OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Digital Clamp Meter DSA660 IMPORTANT: RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS Visually inspect all components for shipping damage. If you find damage, notify the carrier at once. Shipping damage is NOT covered by warranty. The carrier is responsible for all repair or replacement costs resulting from damage in shipment.
Display Symbols Auto Power Off Relative Hz, kHz, Hertz, Kilohertz, Continuity Indication Measurement Megahertz (Frequency) Non-contact Diode Check Data Hold Duty Cycle Voltage Detection — mV, V Maximum value Negative Value Millivolt, Volt Low Battery Amperes, Milliamp, Minimum value Direct Current µA,mA, A Overload Microamp (Current)
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DANGER • Never make measurement on a circuit in which voltage over 600V exists. • Do not exceed the CAT rating of the measuring device. • Do not attempt to make measurement in the presence of flammable gases. The use of the instrument may cause sparking, which can lead to an explosion. •...
3-2. General Specification • The maximum voltage allowed between terminal and ground: 600 VDC or 600 VAC • Altitude: Maximum 2000m • Display: 5999 count • Sampling time: ~ 2.5 times / sec • Automatic power off: 15 Minutes (Unless disabled) •...
CONTINUITY TEST 1. Insert test leads – Insert the black test lead into the COM input and the red test lead into the input. 2. Set function – Turn the dial to the function. 3. Select Function – There are a total of 3 functions that are accessible by pressing the SELECT key. Press the SELECT key until appears on the display.
5-4. Frequency/Duty Cycle FREQUENCY HZ 1. Set Hz function – Set the meter for an AC voltage or current measurement and press the Hz/DUTY button. Hz should be shown on the display. 2. Test & Measure – Place the red and black test leads at both the positive and negative points to be measured. The display will show the value of the frequency measurement being taken.
6-9. Polarity indication 1. The meter displays “-” for negative values, positive is implied 6-10. Over Range indication 1. When the input exceeds the measuring range “OL” is displayed on the LCD screen 6-11. Non-contact Voltage (NCV) Detection WARNING • Test on a known live source before use •...
Sperry’s written instructions. Test leads, fuses, batteries and calibration are not covered under any implied warranty. “Lifetime” of products that are no longer offered by Sperry will be either repaired or replaced with an item of Sperry Instruments choice of similar value. Lifetime is defined as 5 years after Sperry discontinued manufacturing the product, but the warranty period shall be at least ten years from date of purchase.