Amprobe AM-500 User Manual
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- Page 1 AM-500 Autoranging Mulitmeter AM-500-EUR Digital Multimeter Users Manual • Mode d’emploi • Bedienungshandbuch • Manuale d’uso • Manual de uso • Gebruikershandleiding • Podręcznik użytkownika • Användarhandbok • Brukerhåndbok • Käyttöohje • Manual do utilizador • Brugervejledning...
- Page 3 AM-500 Autoranging Mulitmeter AM-500-EUR Digital Multimeter Users Manual 8/2012, 4275548 A ©2012 Amprobe Test Tools. All rights reserved. Printed in China...
- Page 4 Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase, unless local laws require otherwise. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
- Page 5 Non-Warranty Repairs and Replacement – US and Canada Non-warranty repairs in the United States and Canada should be sent to an Amprobe® Service Center. Call Amprobe® or inquire at your point of purchase for current repair and replacement rates. In USA:...
- Page 6 AM-500 Autoranging Mulitmeter AM-500-EUR DIY-PRO Digital Multimeter LCD Display DATA HOLD Button SELECT Button Rotary Switch Input Terminal for voltage, diode, resistance and continuity measurement Input Terminal for battery test and AC/DC mA or μA measurement Input Terminal for AC/DC A measurement to10A...
- Page 7 Screen Display The Meter selects the range with best resolution Direct Current Alternate Current Negative reading Data hold Diode test Continuity test Measurement units for resistance test Measurement units for voltage test Measurement units for current test Low battery indicator Battery Test...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS SYMBOLS ................2 SAFETY INFORMATION ............2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION .......... 4 FEATURES ................4 MAKING MEASUREMENT ..........5 Rotary Switch Positions ..........5 SELECT Button ..............6 DATA HOLD Button ............6 Auto Power OFF ............. 6 Measuring AC and DC Voltage ........6 Measuring Resistance ............ -
Page 9: Symbols
SYMBOLS Caution ! Risk of electric shock. � Caution! Refer to the explanation in this Manual Alternating Current (AC) Direct Current (DC) The equipment is protected by double insulation or reinforced insulation Earth (Ground) Audible tone Battery Complies with European Directives �... - Page 10 switches, socket-outlets in the fixed installation, and equipment for industrial use and some other equipment, for example, stationary motors with permanent connection to the fixed installation. CENELEC Directives The instruments conform to CENELEC Low-voltage directive 2006/95/EC and Electromagnetic compatibility directive 2004/108/EC Warning: Read Before Using X�...
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Page 11: Unpacking And Inspection
Check for voltage in electrical sockets, extension cords, batteries and other electrical circuits. Let the power of a professional Amprobe multimeter keep you safe and help you solve all your electrical challenges. • Measurements: Voltage up to 600V AC/DC, AC/DC Current and Resistance •... -
Page 12: Making Measurement
MAKING MEASUREMENT X� 1. Use the proper function and range for measurements. 2. To avoid possible electrical shock, personal injury or damages to the Meter, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance and diode. 3. Connecting test leads: •... -
Page 13: Select Button
Press to select altemate measurement SELECT functions on the rotary switch. Button DATA Display freezes present reading HOLD SELECT Button Press the yellow SELECT button to select alternate measurement functions on the rotary switch. DATA HOLD Button Press DATA HOLD button to freeze present reading on display. -
Page 14: Measuring Resistance
Measuring Resistance X� Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance. Note: On a higher resistance measurement (>1MΩ), the measurement may take a few seconds to get stable reading. Measuring Continuity X� Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high- voltage capacitors before testing continuity. -
Page 15: Measuring Diode
Measuring Diode X� Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high- voltage capacitors before testing diode. Battery Test X� Applying a voltage source or incorrect battery type under battery test may cause personal Injury or damage to the Meter. Battery 1.5V range is for dry battery not exceeding 2Vdc. The resistance load is around 30Ω. -
Page 16: Measuring Ac And Dc Current
Measuring AC and DC Current Press SELECT button for switching to DC current measurement function. X� To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter: 1. Do not attempt to make an in-circuit current measurement when the open-circuit potential to earth ground exceeding 600 V. -
Page 17: Specification
Maximum voltage between input terminal and earth ground: AC 600Vrms or DC 600V � Fuse for mA μA input: 0.5A H 660V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500) 0.5A H 700V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500-EUR) � Fuse for 10A input: 10A H 660V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500) - Page 18 1. DC Voltage Measurement Range Resolution Accuracy 200.0mV 0.1mV ±(0.8%+3dgt) 2.000V 20.00V 10mV ±(0.8%+1dgt) 200.0V 100mV 600V ±(1.0%+3dgt) Input impedance: around 10Me; (Input impedance > 3Ge for DC 200mV range) Overload protection: 600VDC or AC rms 2. AC Voltage Measurement Range Resolution Accuracy...
- Page 19 Resolution Accuracy 1.5V 10mV ±(10%+3dgt) Overload protection: � F1 fuse, 0.5A H 660V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500) F1 fuse, 0.5A H 700V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500-EUR) For 1.5V range: Load resistance is around 30Ω. For 9V range: Load resistance is around 1kΩ.
- Page 20 10mA Overload protection: � mA /μA input: F1 fuse, 0.5A H 660V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500) F1 fuse, 0.5A H 700V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500-EUR) 10 A input: F2 fuse, 10A H 660V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500) F2 fuse, 10A H 600V fast-fuse, 6x25mm (AM-500-EUR) 7.
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Page 21: Maintenance And Repair
10 A input: F2 fuse, 10A H 660V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500) F2 fuse, 10A H 600V fast-fuse, 6x25mm (AM-500-EUR) MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR If the Meter fails to operate, check battery, test leads, etc., and replace as necessary. Double check the followings: 1. -
Page 22: Battery And Fuse Replacement
BATTERY AND FUSE REPLACEMENT X� WARNING To avoid shock, injury, or damage to the Meter: Disconnect test leads before opening case. Use ONLY fuses with the amperage, interrupt, voltage, and speed ratings specified. Replacing BATTERY follow below steps: 1. Disconnect the test lead probe from measuring circuit. - Page 23 5. Put the enclosure back and re-fasten the screw. Fuse: mA /μA input: F1 fuse, 0.5A H 660V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500) F1 fuse, 0.5A H 700V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500-EUR) 10 A input: F2 fuse, 10A H 660V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm (AM-500)
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