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CLAMP-ON METER
MODEL 511
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CLAMP METER
I N S T R U M E N T S
600V CAT III 1000A
PEAK
1mS
HOLD
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V
A
40A
OFF
Hz
MAX MIN
REL
RANGE
MAX MIN
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MODEL 512
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TRMS CLAMP METER
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600V CAT III 1000A
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HOLD
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OFF
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  • Page 1 300V CAT III 1000V 300V CAT III 1000V 600V 600V User Manual E N G L I S H ® I N S T R U M E N T S ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 2 511 / 512 Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated: Date Received: ___________________________ Date Calibration Due: ______________________ ® I N S T R U M E N T S ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.1.4 REL Function ......12 4.1.5 Manual Range Mode ....12 AC Current Measurement ....13 AC Volt Measurement ......14 DC Volt Measurement ......15 Resistance Measurement ....16 Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 4 Frequency Measuring - Voltage ..19 Frequency Measurement - Current ..20 MAINTENANCE ........21 Warning! ..........21 Cleaning ..........21 Battery Replacement......22 Limited Warranty ..........24 Warranty Repairs ..........24 Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    ● Use extreme caution when measuring live systems with voltages greater than 60V ● Use extreme care when working around bus bars and bare conductors. ● Do not use the meter in over range/overload conditions (OL). ● For accurate readings, change the battery when the symbol appears. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 6: International Electrical Symbols

    Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim. Ordering Information Clamp-on Meter Model 511 .....Cat. #2117.67 Includes meter, pair of test leads (red/black with probe tips), one 9V battery, soft carrying case and a user manual.
  • Page 7: Product Features

    They also have a high resolution 40A range. The Models 511 and 512 are sized for comfortable, one- handed operation. The tapered and hooked jaw design facilitates maneuvering in crowded wiring and breaker panels, making it easy to select conductors.
  • Page 8: Model 511/512 Control Features

    Rotary Range Selector Switch Maximum/Minimum Button LCD Display COM (black) Input Data Hold Button Peak Hold Button Range Button 10. Relative Button 11. Positive (red) Input Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 9: Lcd Display

    Diode Function Indication Negative Peak Detect Indication Data Hold Manual Range KΩ Resistance Measurement Indicator Voltage/Current Indicator KHz / MH Frequency Measurement Indicator Analog Bargraph Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 10: Specifications

    0.75% Reading ± 2cts 1200Vrms 1000V Resistance - Ohms (Ω) Range Resolution Accuracy (50/500Hz) Overload 400Ω 0.1Ω 1% Reading ± 2cts 600Vrms 4000Ω 1Ω Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 11: Mechanical Specifications

    Diode ( Range Active Region Overload Protection 0.6mA 600Vrms NOTE: Model 511 is average sensing Model 512 is TRMS Continuity ( Range Beeper Activation Overload < 40Ω 600Vrms Frequency (Hz) (Auto Ranging) Function Range Resolution Sensitivity Accuracy A - Hz 2Arms 0.1% of Reading...
  • Page 12: Environmental Specifications

    14° to 140°F (-10° to 60°C) < 70% RH, battery removed Safety Specifications EN61010 600V CAT III, Pollution Degree: 2 EN61010 1000V CAT II, Pollution Degree: 2 *Specifications are subject to change without notice Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 13: Operation

    Peak Hold button to keep the peak reading. • Pressing the PEAK button for 2 seconds will return the meter back to normal operation. • Once the function range is changed, the meter will need another calibration for peak measurement. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 14: Max/Min Function

    • Pressing the ∆REL button for more than 2 seconds will set the meter back to normal operation. 4.1.5 Manual Range Mode • The Models 511 and 512 operate in an Auto-ranging mode (AUTO displayed) by default. Manual-ranging in , and A (1000A) is available. AC/DC • Press and hold the RANGE button. When the range changes (decimal point shift), release the button.
  • Page 15: Ac Current Measurement

    • Clamp the jaws around the conductor to be measured. • If reading is unstable and is hard to read, push the HOLD button and read the measurement. WARNING: If overload " " is displayed, unclamp the meter immediately . Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 16: Ac Volt Measurement

    • If reading is unstable and is hard to read, push the HOLD button and read the measurement. WARNING: Immediately unclamp the meter from the conductor under test if overload " " is displayed. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 17: Dc Volt Measurement

    • If reading is unstable and is hard to read, push the HOLD button and read the measurement. WARNING: Immediately unclamp the meter from the conductor under test if overload " " is displayed. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 18: Resistance Measurement

    WARNING: When making a resistance mea- surement, make sure that the power is off (dead circuit), and that all capacitors in the measured circuit are fully discharged. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 19: Continuity Measurement

    • If the resistance is less than 40Ω, the beeper emits a continuous sound. WARNING: Immediately unclamp the meter from the conductor under test if overload " " is displayed. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 20: Diode Measurement

    I N S T R U M E N T S 600V CAT III 1000A PEAK HOLD 1000 Ω ∆ MAX MIN 600V CAT III 600V 1000V CAT II 1000V 600V Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 21: Frequency Measuring - Voltage

    "COM" input jack. • Bring the test probe tips into contact with the sample under test. WARNING: Immediately unclamp the meter from the conductor under test if overload " " is displayed. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
  • Page 22: Frequency Measurement - Current

    WARNING: Do not use both voltage and cur- rent inputs at the same time when measuring frequency. This may be dangerous. Errone- ous readings will occur if both inputs are used at the same time. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664...
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    9V battery. The symbol will appear on the LCD display when the supply voltage drops below proper operating range. This indicates that the battery needs to be changed. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664...
  • Page 24 • Place the meter face down and loosen the battery cover screw with a flat head screwdriver. • Replace the old battery with a new 9V battery. • Replace the battery compartment cover and tighten down the screw. Clamp-on Meter Models 511 and 512 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
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  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty The Models 511 and 512 are warranted to the owner for a period of one year from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture. This limited warranty is given by AEMC ® Instruments, not by the distributor from whom it was purchased.
  • Page 27: Español

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