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Operating Instructions
METRAport
32 XS
3-349-281-02
Digital Multimeter
6/3.04

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions  METRAport 32 XS 3-349-281-02 Digital Multimeter 6/3.04...
  • Page 2 8 Resettable miniature circuit breaker (AUTO FUSE) 9 Rotary switch for function selection 10 Eyelet for carrying strap 11 MAN/AUTO: Key for manual and automatic measuring range selection 12 DATA and MIN/MAX: Key for measured value storage 13 FUNC: Multifunction key GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 3 8 Unit of measure 9 Over-ranging 10 Pointer for analog display 11 Analog display scale 12 Resistance thermometer: Pt100 / Pt1000 13 Negative analog display range exceeded 14 Zero balancing active 15 Acoustic signal activated (e.g. for continuity testing) GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Temperature Measurement with Pt100 and Pt1000 ..........19 Characteristic Values ..................20 Maintenance ......................26 15.1 Batteries .........................26 15.2 Fuses ........................26 15.3 Housing ........................27 Multimeter Messages ...................27 Repair and Replacement Parts Service DKD Calibration Lab and Rental Instrument Service ..........28 Product Support ....................28 GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 5: Safety Features And Precautions

    This instrument fulfills the requirements of the applicable European and national EC guidelines. We confirm this with the CE marking. The relevant declaration of conformity can be obtained from GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH. The analog/digital multimeter has been manufactured and tested in accordance with safety regulations IEC 61010–1:2001/DIN EN 61010–1:2001/VDE 0411–...
  • Page 6 Safe operation can no longer be relied upon: • If the instrument demonstrates visible damage • If the instrument no longer functions • After long periods of storage under unfavorable conditions, e.g. humidity, dust, excessive temperature (see “Ambient Conditions” on page 25). GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 7: Initial Start-Up

    A closed-circuit current of about 300 µA remains. The instrument is only disconnected from the batteries after it has been switched off manually with the toggle switch or with the instrument folded. GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 8: Selecting Measuring Functions And Measuring Ranges

    3000 µF → 30000 µF → 30 nF … Hz: 300 Hz → 3 kHz → 300 kHz → 300 Hz … : 3.000 → 30,00 → 300,0 → 3,000 … long Return to automatic measuring range selection — GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 9: Quick Measurements

    If the measuring range is exceeded (> 3099 digits, in the 30 mF range: > 30999) a triangle is displayed at the right. Scaling at the analog display is automatic, which is quite helpful for manual measuring range selection. GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 10: Measured Value Storage - Data / Min-Max Key

    “frozen”. The DATA function can be deactivated by pressing and holding the DATA key for about 1 second, by turning the function selector switch or by switching the instrument off and back on again. GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 11: Storage Of Minimum And Maximum Values "Min-Max" With Time Stamp

    MAX and h:mm:ss time elapsed to stored MAX value brief MAX and hh:mm same as 1., brief stored values are not same as 1. same as 1. Return to 1. deleted long Deactivate are deleted is deleted is cleared GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 12: Voltage Measurement

    This value is automatically subtracted from all subsequently measured values. ➭ Zero balancing can be cleared: – by pressing and holding the FUNC key, after which clearing is acknowledged by – a twice repeated acoustic signal, by switching the instrument off. GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 13: Transient Overvoltages

    Voltages of greater than 300 V can be measured with a high-voltage measuring probe, for example the HV3 of the HV30 from GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH. The bonding terminal must be grounded in this case. Observe all applicable safety precautions! Measuring voltages of greater than 300 V...
  • Page 14 Eliminate the cause of overload after the fuse or breaker is tripped before placing the instrument back into service! • Fuse replacement is described in chapter 15.2, on page 26. ☞ Note! Motors with high starting current cause tripping of the circuit breaker, except for measurement with clip-on ammeters. GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 15: Current Measurement With Current Transformers With Voltage Output

    1 mV/ 1 mA 1 mV/ 10 mA 1:10 mA 1 mV/ 100 mA (Z13B) 60 A 40 A 10 mV/A 1:100 mA 1 mV/ A (Z13B) 600 A 400 A 1 mV/A I(A) Z13B V /~ GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 16: Resistance Measurement

    ➭ Connect the measurement cables to the device under test. ☞ Note! Continuity testing is very fast (< 50 ms) and is suitable for locating connections with poor contact (e.g. due to vibration) in automotive service applications. GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 17: Diode Testing

    “. 0 L” is displayed at the instrument. If a value of less than 1.8 V is displayed, this generally indicates that the diode’s blocking direction is defective. ☞ Note! Resistors and semiconductor paths which have been connected in parallel to the diode distort measurement results! GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 18: Capacitance Measurement

    Frequency Measurement ➭ Turn the rotary switch to the Hz position. ➭ Apply the measured quantity as described under voltage measurement. ➭ Smallest measurable frequencies and maximum allowable voltages are listed in chapter 14, “Characteristic Values”. GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 19: Temperature Measurement With Pt100 And Pt1000

    Switch back to temperature measurement by briefly acknowledging with the FUNC key. The new cable resistance value is retained, even after the instrument has been switched off. ☞ Note! The default setting is Pt100 with a cable resistance of 0.1 Ω. GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 20: Characteristic Values

    Up to max. 1.8 V diode voltage, “OL” (overload) is displayed for higher values. Smallest measurable frequency for sinusoidal measuring signal symmetric to zero point. Exception: Pt1000: – 100.0 °C corresponds to 600 V CAT I Key: d = digit(s), rdg. = reading, MUL = measuring range upper limit GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 21 If “zero balancing” function is active, ZERO appears at display. Plus sensor error Sinusoidal input voltage at least 3 kHz > 50 mV, 3 kHz at least 100 kHz > 200 mV Indicated intrinsic error values valid for 3 to 100% of the mV measuring range GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 22 300.0 µA > 15 Hz ... 45 Hz Frequency 1 + 5 > 65 Hz ... 1 kHz 15.00 A (AC) With zero balancing Indicated error applies as of a display value of 10% of the measuring range. GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 23 > 40 dB Series-Mode max. 300 V , 50 Hz, 60 Hz sine Interference Voltage interference quantity max. 300 V > 50 dB nom. value, respective measuring range Except for sinusoidal waveshape GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 24 “0L” appears “–” is displayed if plus pole is connected to ⊥ jack Polarity Display Sampling Rate 2 measurements per second Display Refresh Rates (DC), V~ (AC), A, Ω, °C (Pt100, Pt1000) twice per second once per second GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 25 Ambient Conditions −10 °C +50 °C … Operating Temp. −25 °C +70 °C (without batteries) … Storage Temperature Relative Humidity max. 75%, no condensation allowed Elevation to 2000 m Deployment indoors, outdoors: only within the specified ambient conditions GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Replace the battery compartment cover and press into position until it audibly snaps into place. ➭ Please dispose of depleted batteries in an environmentally sound fashion! 15.2 Fuses Eliminate the cause of overload after a fuse or breaker is tripped before placing the instrument back into service! GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 27: 15.3 Housing

    Use a slightly dampened cloth for cleaning. Avoid the use of cleansers, abrasives or solvents. Multimeter Messages Message Function Significance FUSE Current measurement Blown fuse or tripped miniature circuit breaker In all operating modes Battery voltage less than 2.3 V In all measuring modes Indicates overload GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH...
  • Page 28: Repair And Replacement Parts Service Dkd Calibration Lab And Rental Instrument Service

    Repair and Replacement Parts Service DKD Calibration Lab* and Rental Instrument Service When you need service, please contact: GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH Service-Center Thomas-Mann-Str. 20 90471 Nürnberg • Germany Phone +49-(0)-911-8602-0 +49-(0)-911-8602-253 E-Mail service@gossenmetrawatt.com This address is only valid in Germany.

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