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Safety Summary The following safety precautions apply to both operating and maintenance personnel and must be followed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this instrument. Before applying power to this instrument: Read and understand the safety and operational information in this manual. ...
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by a maximum voltage of the circuit to be tested, which defines the voltage impulses expected and required insulation clearances. These categories are: Category I (CAT I): Measurement instruments whose measurement inputs are not intended to be connected to the mains supply. The voltages in the environment are typically derived from a limited- energy transformer or a battery.
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You must ensure that each accessory you use with this instrument has a category rating equal to or higher than the instrument's category rating to maintain the instrument's category rating. Failure to do so will lower the category rating of the measuring system. Do not operate in an explosive or flammable atmosphere Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or vapors, fumes, or finely-divided particulates.
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In atmospheric pressures outside the specified altitude limits or where the surrounding gas is not air. In environments with restricted cooling air flow, even if the air temperatures are within specifications. In direct sunlight. This instrument is intended to be used in an indoor pollution degree 2 environment. The operating temperature range is and the operating humidity range is relative humidity with no...
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Do not clean the instrument, its switches, or its terminals with contact cleaners, abrasives, lubricants, solvents, acids/bases, or other such chemicals. Clean the instrument only with a clean dry lint-free cloth or as instructed in this manual. Not for critical applications This instrument is not authorized for use in contact with the human body or for use as a component in a life-support device or system.
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Do not insert any object into an instrument's ventilation openings or other openings. Servicing Do not substitute parts that are not approved by B&K Precision or modify this instrument. Return the instrument to B&K Precision for service and repair to ensure that safety and performance features are maintained.
1.1 INTRODUCTION B&K Precision Battery Capacity Analyzer Model 600B measures the % capacity left in a battery. The model 600B supports 12V storage type lead acid batteries with wide range of Ah capacity. No external power (Main or DC) is required. The unit works on BUT (Battery Under Test).
Section 2 Operation FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Refer to the Front view of the unit. Ah Range : With this key the user can select the correct Ah range according to the battery under test. Ah Select LED: This LED in ON to indicate that the user can select the Ah range.
600B to +ve terminal of Battery. Connect -ve The display will show the last selected/stored Ah value. terminal of 600B to -ve terminal of Battery. The 600B will be (Power ON default value is 7 Ah) powered by the BUT. On Power up, 600B performs a self test To change the value, press the key again.
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No Load Battery Voltage, press the ‘Display Mode Key’. The display will show the No Load Battery Voltage. 1) Do not connect Model 600B to a voltage source more than 20V. Note: User cannot conduct a test while the ‘Ready’ LED is blinking.
Service Information Warranty Service: Please go to the support and service section on our website to obtain a RMA #. Return the product in the original packaging with proof of purchase to the address below. Clearly state on the RMA the performance problem and return any leads, probes, connectors and accessories that you are using with the device.
Limited One-Year Warranty B&K Precision Corp. warrants to the original purchaser that its products and the component parts thereof, will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from date of purchase. B&K Precision Corp. will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective product or component parts. Returned product must be accompanied by proof of the purchase date in the form of a sales receipt.
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CE Declaration of Conformity This instrument meets the requirements of 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive and 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive with the following standards. Low Voltage Directive EN61010-1 : 2001 EMC Directive EN61326-1 : 2013 CISPR11 EN61000-4-2 : 2009 EN61000-4-3 : 2006 + A2 : 2010 EN61000-4-8 : 2010 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com...