INTRODUCTION NOTE This meter has been designed and tested according to IEC publication 348 , safety requirements for electronic measuring apparatus , IEC-1010 (EN 61010) and other safety standards . Follow all warnings to ensure safe operation . WARNING READ "SAFETY NOTES" ( NEXT PAGE ) BEFORE USING THE METER .
SAFETY NOTES — Read the following safety information carefully before attempting to operate or service the meter . — Use the meter only as specified in this manual ; otherwise the protection provided by the meter may be impaired . —...
FEATURES — 3 1/2 Digit Insulation Tester . — 68mm(2.677")x34mm(1.33") large LCD display . — Three Insulation test voltage 250V,500V,1000V . — External voltage warning indication — Automatic circuit discharge . — Test Insulation at rated voltage into a 1 mA load . —...
MEASURING METHODS Operation caution Observe all safety precautions when the FUNCTION switch is set to either the 200M (250,500V) or the 2000M (1000V) position . Connect the meter test leads to the circuit under test before operating the TEST switch . Do not touch the clip ends of the test leads when the TEST switch is pressed .
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— Always check the following before testing : The "Battery Low" indicator is not showing. There is no visual damage to the instrument or test leads. — Test Lead Continuity: Select the CONTINUITY function and 20W range. Short the test leads together. An over-range ( "1"...
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Caution: Never turn the function dial whilst the button is depressed. This may damage the instrument. Never touch the circuit under test during insulation testing. When testing is complete ensure that the test buttonis released before the test leads are disconnected .
SPECIFICATIONS test leads. — Test Lead Continuity: — Insulation resistance Measuring range : 0-200M (250V,500V DC ±10%) Resolution : 1 count / 100K 0-2000M (1000V DC ±10%) Resolution : 1 count / 1M Accuracy : ±1.5% rdg. ±5dgt. (200M range ±3%rdg.
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Open circuit terminal voltage : 4 V DC min. Short circuit terminal current : 210 mA DC min. Power consumption: Max. consumption current approximately 160mA Buzzer sound below : under 10 (on 20 range) — Withstand :Meet IEC-1010 safety requirements Category —...
MAINTENANCE Caution: Always disconnect the test leads from the instrument before attempting battery or replacement . — Batteries replacement : Please replace batteries when the "Battery Low" indicator was shown on the LCD. Disconnect the test leads from the instrument, remove the battery compartment lid and the batteries.
Limited One-year Warranty B&K Precision 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 from an authorized B&K Precision distributor.
Service Information Warranty Service: Please return the product in the original packaging with proof of purchase to the address below. Clearly state in writing the performance problem and return any leads, probes, connectors and accessories that you are using with the device. Non-Warranty Service: Return the product in the original packaging to the address below.
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