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MT 730
AC CLAMP METER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
© 2004, MAJOR TECH (PTY) LTD. All rights reserved

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  • Page 1 MT 730 AC CLAMP METER INSTRUCTION MANUAL © 2004, MAJOR TECH (PTY) LTD. All rights reserved...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Measuring Limits ......Safety Warnings ......Features ......... 4 Instrument Layout ......5 Specifications ........ 5 AC Current Measurement ..... 7 DC Voltage Measurement ..... 8 AC Voltage Measurement ..... 9 Resistance Measurement ..... 10 10. Diode Test ........11 11 .
  • Page 3: Safety Warnings

    SAFETY INFORMATION This manual contains information that must be followed for operating the meter safely and maintaining the meter in a safe operating condition. If the meter is not used in a manner specified in this manual, the protection provided by the meter may be impaired The Model MT730 has been designed and complies with IEC 61010-1 and EN 61010-1...
  • Page 4 DANGER Never use the meter to measure voltages on a circuit above the maximum allowable input value on any function. Do not exceed the maximum allowable input of any measurement range. Never touch exposed wiring, connections or any live circuit when attempting to take measurements.
  • Page 5: Features

    CAUTION Before making measurements ensure that the function selector switch is set on the appropriate range position. Always make sure that the plug of each test lead is inserted fully into the appropriate terminal of the meter. Ensure that the function selector switch is set to the “OFF”...
  • Page 6: Instrument Layout

    4. INSTRUMENT LAYOUT Transformer Jaws Trigger Range Selector Switch for Volts and Resistanc Backlight Switch Data Hold Buzzer and Switch Diode Test Switch Display Max Hold Switch AC Volt, DC Volt Resistance, Terminal Buzzer and Diode Test Input Terminal...
  • Page 7: Specifications

    5. SPECIFICATIONS AC Current Range Measuring Range Resolution Accuracy (% of Reading) 0 ~ 40.00A 0.01 A ± (2.5% + 10 digits) 400A 0 ~ 400.0A 0.1 A ± (2.5% + 10 digits) 600A 0 ~ 600A ± (3.0% + 8 digits) DC Voltage Range Measuring Range Resolution...
  • Page 8: Ac Current Measurement

    6. AC CURRENT MEASUREMENT WARNING: Ensure that the test leads are disconnected from the meter before making current measurements. 1. Set the function switch to 200A 600A range position, and make sure that the current under test does not exceed the upper limit of the measuring range you have selected.
  • Page 9: Dc Voltage Measurement

    __ __ _ _ _ _ 7. DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT 1. Set the function switch to range position. The meter automatically defaults to DC Volts. 2. Insert the red test lead into the “V Ω ” input terminal and the black lead to the “COM” terminal.
  • Page 10: Ac Voltage Measurement

    8. AC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT 1. Set the function switch to range position. 2. Insert the red test lead into the “V Ω ” input terminal and the black lead to the “COM” terminal. 4. Connect the other end of the test leads to the circuit under test.
  • Page 11: Resistance Measurement

    9. RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT 1. Set the function switch to range Ù position. 2. Insert the red test lead into the “V Ω ” input terminal and the black lead to the “COM” terminal. 3. Connect the other end of the test leads to the circuit or component under test.
  • Page 12: Diode Test

    10. DIODE TEST 1. Set the function switch to range position. 2. Press the button to select the Diode Test range. The meter automatically defaults to Diode Test range. 3. Insert the red test lead into the “V Ω ” input terminal and the black lead to the “COM”...
  • Page 13: Continuity Testing

    11. CONTINUITY TESTING 1. Set the function switch to range position. 2. Press the button to select the Continuity Test range. The meter automatically defaults to Diode Test. 3. Insert the red test lead into the “V Ω ” input terminal and the black lead to the “COM” terminal.
  • Page 14: Data Hold Function

    12. DATA HOLD This is a function used to freeze the reading on the display, ideal for later viewing. HOLD 1. Press the button once. When the Hold is activated, the meter beeps, freezes the reading, and displays the “HOLD” indicator on the LCD.
  • Page 15: Battery Replacement

    15. BATTERY REPLACEMENT When the “ BAT “ sign appears on the LCD, this indicates the battery should be replaced. Use the following procedure to replace the two standard “AAA” 1.5V batteries (IEC LR 3) batteries. 1. Disconnect the test leads from any live source and remove the leads from the input terminals.
  • Page 16 P .O. Box 888, Isando 1600, South Africa Telephone: +27 11 872 5500 National Contact Number: 08 61 62 5678 Sales Facsimile: +27 11 822 2806 Admin Facsimile: +27 11 822 1411 E-mail: sales@major-tech.com www.major-tech.com © 2004, MAJOR TECH (PTY) LTD. All rights reserved E&OE...

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