Contents 1. Safety Warnings ························································································ 2. Features ····································································································· 3. Specifications ··························································································· 4. Instrument Layout ··················································································· 5. Preparation for Measurement ································································ 6. Measurement 6-1 DC Current Measurement ······························································ 6-2 AC Current Measurement ···························································· 6-3 DC Voltage Measurement ···························································· 6-4 AC Voltage Measurement ···························································...
1. Safety Warnings This instrument has been designed, manufactured and tested according to IEC 61010-1: Safety requirements for Electronic Measuring apparatus, and delivered in the best condition after passed the inspection. This instruction manual contains warnings and safety procedures which have to be observed to ensure safe operation of the instrument and maintain it in a safe condition.
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The symbol indicated on the instrument means that the user must refer to related parts in the manual for safe operation of the instrument. Be sure to carefully read the instructions following each symbol in this manual. DANGER is reserved for conditions and actions that are likely to cause serious or fatal injury.
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flammable gasses, fumes, vapor or dust. Otherwise, the use of the instrument may cause sparking, which can lead to an explosion. ⃝ T he transformer jaws are made of metal and their tips are not insulated. Where equipment under test has exposed conductive parts, be ...
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CAUTION ⃝ M ake sure that the Function Selector switch is set to an appropriate position before making measurement. ⃝ A lways make sure to insert each plug of the test leads fully into the appropriate terminal on the instrument. ⃝ B e sure to set the Function Selector switch to the "OFF"...
2. Features ⃝ T ear-drop-shaped jaws for ease of use in crowded cable areas and other tight places ⃝ Provides a wide measuring range from 0 up to 2000A ⃝ T erminal cover to avoid the use of incorrect use of the input terminals.
3. Specifications Measuring Ranges and Accuracy (at 23 , 45 to 85%RH) ± ℃ DC Current Range Measuring Ranges Accuracy 400A 0 to 399.9A ± 1.5%rdg 2dgt ± ± 2000A 0 to 1999A ± AC Current Range Measuring Ranges Accuracy 1.5%rdg 2dgt(50/60Hz)
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OUTPUT Voltage (Output impedance: about 10k Ω Range DC Output Voltages Input Currents Accuracy 400A 0 to 400.0mV 0 to 400A 1.5%rdg ± ± 2000A 0 to 200.0mV 0 to 2000A 1.5%rdg ± ± 400A 0 to 400.0mV 0 to 400A 1.5%rdg 3mV(50/60Hz) ±...
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⃝ Power Source : Two R6P(DC1.5V) batteries or equivalent ⃝ Current Consumption : Approx. 9mA max ⃝ Sleep function : Automatically switches to the Sleep mode in about 10 minutes after the last switch or button operation (current consumption in the Sleep mode: about 20 μ...
4. Instrument Layout ① ⑮ ⑯ ② ③ ④ ⑧ ⑤ ⑦ ⑥ ⑨ ⑬ ⑩ ⑪ ⑫ ⑭ Transformer Jaws : Include current sensors ① Jaw Trigger : Used to open and close the transformer jaws ② Function Selector Switch ③...
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AC/DC Button ⑤ Used to switch the instrument between the AC and DC modes. The instrument is set to the AC mode when it is powered on. Press this button to select the DC mode. Mode Button ⑥ A press of this button on a current or voltage range turns the ...
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Terminal Cover ⑨ Used to enclose the input terminals (COM and V/ ) when the Ω OUTPUT terminal is in use, thus avoiding accidental application of voltage to the instrument. OUTPUT Terminal (for current measurement only) ⑩ Provides DC voltage in proportion to the reading on an AC or ...
5. Preparation for Measurement 5-1 Checking Battery Voltage Set the Function Selector switch to any position other than "OFF". When the display is clear without showing, proceed to measurement. When the display blanks or is shown, replace the batteries ...
6. Measurement 6-1 DC Current Measurement DANGER ⃝ T o avoid electric shock, never make measurement on a circuit in the following categories; Measurement category (CAT. : over AC/DC600V Ⅳ Ⅳ Measurement category (CAT. )or lower: over AC750V/DC1000V Ⅲ Ⅲ...
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d. Press the trigger to open the transformer jaws and clamp them onto the conductor under test and take the reading on the display NOTE During current measurement, keep the transformer jaws fully ◇ closed. Otherwise, accurate measurement cannot be made. The maximum measurable conductor size is 55mm in diameter.
6-2 AC Current Measurement DANGER ⃝ T o avoid electric shock, never make measurement on a circuit in the following categories; Measurement category (CAT. : over AC600V Ⅳ Ⅳ Measurement category (CAT. ) or lower : over AC750V Ⅲ Ⅲ...
6-3 DC Voltage Measurement DANGER ⃝ T o avoid electric shock, never make measurement on a circuit in the following categories; Measurement category (CAT. : over DC600V Ⅳ Ⅳ Measurement category (CAT. ) or lower : over DC1000V Ⅲ Ⅲ...
6-4 AC Voltage Measurement DANGER ⃝ T o avoid electric shock, never make measurement on a circuit in the following categories; Measurement category (CAT. : over AC600V Ⅳ Ⅳ Measurement category (CAT. ) or lower : over AC750V Ⅲ Ⅲ...
6-5 Resistance Measurement DANGER ⃝ N ever try to make measurement on a circuit that is not deenergized. ⃝ D o not make measurement with the battery compartment cover removed. ⃝ K eep your fingers and hands behind the barrier during measurement.
6-6 Continuity Check (Fixed 4000 range) DANGER ⃝ Never try to make measurement on a circuit that is not de live. ⃝ D o not make measurement with the battery compartment cover removed. ⃝ K eep your fingers and hands behind the barrier during measurement.
6-7 MAX Measurement (Response time: 400ms) The MAX measurement mode is used to display a maximum reading over a certain period of time. This function is available on all ranges other than ranges. Ω DANGER ⃝ Never make measurement on a circuit in the following categories; Measurement category (CAT.
7. Other Functions 7-1 Sleep Function NOTE The instrument consumes small amount of current in the Sleep (power-down) mode. Make sure to turn the Function Selector switch to the "OFF" position, when the instrument is not in use. This is a function to prevent the instrument from being left powered on in order to conserve battery life.
7-2 Data Hold Function This is a function used to freeze the measured value on the display. Press the Data Hold button to freeze the reading. The reading will be held regardless of the subsequent variation of current, voltage or is shown on the upper right comer of the resistance under test.
7-3 OUTPUT Terminal (For current measurement only) DANGER ⃝ N ever make measurement on a circuit in the following categories; Measurement category (CAT. : over AC/DC600V Ⅳ Ⅳ Measurement category (CAT. ) or lower : over AC750V/DC1000V Ⅲ Ⅲ ⃝ D o not make measurement with the battery compartment cover removed.
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In the DC mode, the output voltage from the OUTPUT terminal ◇ may not reduce to nil even if the display is zero adjusted with the Zero ADJ button. In this case, make zero adjustment on the recorder or other device that the output voltage is connected to. The Sleep function is disabled while the output plug is ◇...
8. Battery Replacement WARNING ⃝ T o avoid electric shock hazard, make sure to set the Function Selector switch to "OFF" and remove the test leads from the instrument before trying to replace batteries CAUTION ⃝ D o not mix new and old batteries. ⃝ M ake sure to install batteries in correct polarity as indicated in the battery compartment.
Set the Function Selector switch to "400A". b. Select the AC mode with the AC/DC button. c. As shown in the figure below, clamp KEW 2003A onto the pickup coil of MODEL 8008. d. Clamp MODEL 8008 onto the bus-bar or conductor under test.
10. Disposing the Product This Product complies with the WEEE Directive Marking requirement. The affixed product label (see below) indicates that you must not Discard this electrical/ electronic in domestic household waste. Product Category With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE directive Annex 1, this product is classified as a "Monitoring and Control instrumentation"...
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DISTRIBUTOR Kyoritsu reserves the rights to change specifications or designs described in this manual without notice and without obligations. 92-2084A 8-16...
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