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TRMS LEAKAGE CURRENT CLAMP-ON METER User Manual E N G L I S H...
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Statement of Compliance Chauvin Arnoux , Inc. d.b.a. AEMC Instruments ® ® certifies that this instrument has been calibrated using standards and instruments traceable to international standards. We guarantee that at the time of shipping your instrument has met its published specifications.
30V • Use extreme care when working around bus bars and bare conductors. • Do not use the meter in over range/over- load conditions (OL). • For accurate readings, change the battery when the symbol appears. Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim. Ordering Information TRMS Clamp-on Leakage Current Meter Model 566........Cat. #2139.83 Includes meter, test leads, two 1.5V AAA (LR03) batteries, soft carrying case and user manual. 1.3.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts Replacement Pouch ........
50/60Hz. In this mode, only the fundamental signal is measured. The Model 566 is ergonomic in design and fits well in the hand. Also, one hand operation is possible. The jaw size is compact yet designed to accommodate most known ground conductors up to 0.91"...
AC measurement indicator DC measurement indicator Current measurement indicator Voltage measurement indicator ZERO Zero indicator HOLD Data hold indicator PEAK Peak hold indicator Low pass filter indicator Continuity test indicator Measurement unit Ω Resistance measurement indicator Measurement unit Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
Press PEAK again to return to normal mode. Ω, press PEAK to 2. With the rotary switch set to enter resistance measurement mode. Press PEAK a second time to enter continuity test mode. Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
When the backlight is on, the meter will automatically turn it off after about 30 seconds. 2.4.5 Auto-OFF The Model 566 will automatically shut down if there is no activity for approximately 30 minutes. 1. To disable the Auto-OFF function, turn the rotary switch to OFF.
2.0% Rdg ± 8cts 60mA 0.01mA 2.0% Rdg ± 5cts 600mA 0.1mA AC Current (TRMS, Auto-ranging) Range Accuracy 1.0% Rdg ± 5cts (50 to 60Hz) 66Arms 2.0% Rdg ± 5cts (60 to 500Hz) 10mA Max Voltage to Ground: 600V Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
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1% Rdg ± 2cts 60kΩ 0.01kΩ 600kΩ 0.1kΩ Overload: is displayed Nominal Sample Rate: ~2 measurements/sec Power Supply: Two 1.5V AAA batteries Low Battery Indication: is displayed when batteries fall below the voltage required for proper operation Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
• DO NOT touch the voltage input jacks when measuring current. • DO NOT measure current while the test leads are connected to the input jacks. • DO NOT touch the jaw’s magnetic core when measuring voltage. Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
3. To freeze the reading, push the HOLD button. Push the button again to release. Immediately unclamp the meter from the conductor if " " is displayed. Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
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4. To measure out of balance leakage current, clamp onto all conductors except the ground wire. The imbalance current appears on the LCD. 300V 300V CAT IV CAT IV 3-phase 3-wire 300V CAT IV Single-phase 2-wire Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
2. Insert the red test lead to the red input jack and the black lead to the black "COM" input jack. 3. Bring the test probe tips into contact with the test points. WARNING: Immediately remove the leads from the conductor if " " is displayed. Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
2. Insert the red test lead to the red input jack and the black lead to the black "COM" input jack. 3. Bring the test probe tips into contact with the test points. WARNING: Immediately remove the leads from the conductor if " " is displayed. Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
WARNING: When testing resistance, make sure that there is no power in the tested sample or circuit (dead circuit). Also make sure the current is fully discharged. This may be checked by using the voltage functions. Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
(dead circuit). Also make sure the current is fully discharged. This may be checked by using the voltage functions. Short circuit Open circuit with beep no beep Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
• Do not use abrasives or solvents. • Do not get water inside the case. This may lead to electrical shock or damage to the instrument. • Thoroughly dry all parts before using again. Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
2. Place the meter face down and loosen the battery cover screw with a flat head screwdriver. 3. Replace the batteries with two fresh 1.5V AAA (LR03) batteries. 4. Replace the battery compartment cover and tighten down the screw. Clamp-on Meter Model 566...
Limited Warranty The Model 566 is warranted to the owner for a period of two years from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture. This limited warranty is given by AEMC ® Instruments, not by the distributor from whom it was purchased.