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- Page 1 GB - User’s manual F201 Clamp multimeter...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS PRESENTATION ......................7 THE SWITCH ........................8 THE KEYS OF THE KEYPAD ..................9 THE DISPLAY UNIT ....................... 10 1.3.1 The symbols of the display unit ..............10 1.3.2 Measurement capacity exceeded (O.L) ............11 THE TERMINALS ......................11 THE KEYS ......................... - Page 3 3.11.1 Frequency measurement in voltage.............. 23 3.11.2 Frequency measurement in current.............. 24 3.12 TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT ................25 3.12.1 Measurement without external sensor ............25 3.12.2 Measurement with external sensor ............... 25 CHARACTERISTICS....................26 REFERENCE CONDITIONS ..................26 CHARACTERISTICS UNDER THE REFERENCE CONDITIONS......26 4.2.1 DC voltage measurement ................
- Page 4 You have just acquired an F201 clamp multimeter and we thank you. For best results from your device : • read this user manual attentively, • observe the precautions for its use. Meanings of the symbols used on the device Danger.
- Page 5 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE This device complies with safety standards IEC-61010-1 and 61010-2-032 for voltages of 1000V in category III or 600V in category IV at an altitude OF less than 2000m, indoors, with a degree of pollution not exceeding 2. These safety instructions are intended to ensure the safety of persons and proper operation of the device.
- Page 6 As a safety measure, and to avoid repeated overloads on the inputs of the device, we recommend performing configuration operations only when the device is disconnected from all dangerous voltages. MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES Definitions of the measurement categories : CAT II: Circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation. Example: power supply to household electrical appliances and portable tools.
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Page 7: Presentation
PRESENTATION The F201 is a professional electrical measuring instrument that combines the following functions: Current measurement; Measurement of inrush current / overcurrent (True-Inrush); Voltage measurement; Frequency measurement; Continuity test with buzzer; Resistance measurement; Diode test; ... -
Page 8: The Switch
THE SWITCH The switch has five positions. To access the , functions, set the switch to the desired function. Each setting is confirmed by an audible signal. The functions are described in the table below. Figure 2 : the switch Item Function See §... -
Page 9: The Keys Of The Keypad
THE KEYS OF THE KEYPAD Here are the four keys of the keypad : Figure 3 : the keys of the keypad Item Function See § Storage of values, disabling of display Compensation of the resistance of the leads in the 3.6.1 continuity and ohmmeter function Selection of the type of measurement (AC, DC) -
Page 10: The Display Unit
THE DISPLAY UNIT Here is the display unit of the clamp multimeter: Figure 4 : the display unit Item Function See § Display of the modes selected (keys) Display of the measurement value and unit 3.12 Display of the MAX/MIN modes Type of measurement (AC or DC) Display of the selected modes (switch) Spent battery indication... -
Page 11: Measurement Capacity Exceeded (O.l)
Ampere Ω Milli- prefix Kilo- prefix Compensation of the resistance of the leads Continuity test Diode test Permanent display (automatic switching off de-activated) Spent battery indicator 1.3.2 Measurement capacity exceeded (O.L) The O.L (Over Load) symbol is displayed when the display capacity is exceeded. THE TERMINALS The terminals are used as follows: Figure 5 : the terminals... -
Page 12: The Keys
2 THE KEYS The keys of the keypad respond differently to short, long, and sustained presses. In this section, the icon represents the possible positions of the switch for which the key concerned has some action. This key is used to: store and look up the last values acquired specific to each function (V, A, Ω, ... -
Page 13: Key
Successive … serve presses on -to select AC or DC. Depending on your choice, the screen displays AC or DC -to cycle through the Ω and diode test modes and to return to the continuity test -to select °C or °F as the unit 2.3.1 In the normal mode This key activates detection of the MAX and MIN values of the measurements made. -
Page 14: The Max/Min Mode + Activation Of The Hold Mode
2.3.2 The MAX/MIN mode + activation of the HOLD mode Successive presses on … serve display successively MAX/ short MIN values detected before the was pressed Note: the HOLD function does not interrupt the acquisition of new MAX, MIN values 2.3.3 Access to the True-INRUSH mode ( set to... -
Page 15: Key
This key is used to display the frequency measurements of a signal. Remark : this key is not working in DC mode. 2.4.1 The Hz function in the normal model Successive …serves presses on to display: -the frequency of the signal measured -the present voltage (V) or current (A) measurement 2.4.2... -
Page 16: Use
3 USE COMMISSIONING Insert the battery supplied with the device as follows: Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screw of the battery compartment cover (item 1) on the back of the housing and open it. Place the battery in the compartment (item 2), taking care to get the polarities right. -
Page 17: Configuration
CONFIGURATION As a safety measure, and to avoid repeated overloads on the inputs of the device, we recommend performing configuration operations only when the device is disconnected from all dangerous voltages. 3.4.1 Programming of the maximum resistance allowed for a continuity To program the maximum resistance allowed for a continuity From the OFF position, hold the... -
Page 18: Change Of Temperature Measurement Unit
The value stored by default is 10%, representing 110% of the established current measured. The possible values are 5%, 10%, 20%, 50%, 70%, 100%, 150%, and 200%. 2. To change the threshold, press the key. The value flashes: each press on the key displays the next value. -
Page 19: Default Configuration
3.4.5 Default configuration To reset the clamp to its default parameters (factory configuration): In the OFF position, hold the key down while turning the switch to , until the "full screen" display ends and a beep is emitted, to enter the configuration mode. -
Page 20: Continuity Test
CONTINUITY TEST Warning : Before performing the test, make sure that the circuit is off and any capacitors have been discharged. Set the switch to ; the symbol is displayed ; Connect the black lead to the COM terminal and the red lead to «+». Place the test probes or the crocodile clips on the terminals of the circuit or component to be tested. -
Page 21: Resistance Measurement Ω
RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT Ω Warning : Before making a resistance measurement, make sure that the circuit is cold and any capacitors have been discharged. key. The Ω symbol is Set the switch to and press the displayed; Connect the black lead to the COM terminal and the red lead to « + »; Place the test probes or the crocodile clips on the terminals of the circuit or component to be measured ;... -
Page 22: Current Measurement (A)
The measured value is displayed on the screen. CURRENT MEASUREMENT (A) The jaws are opened by pressing the trigger on the body of the device. The arrow on the jaws of the clamp (see the diagram below) must point in the presumed direction of flow of the current, from the generator to the load. -
Page 23: Starting Current Or Overcurrent (True Inrush) Measurement
3.10 STARTING CURRENT OR OVERCURRENT (TRUE INRUSH) MEASUREMENT To measure a starting True-Inrush current, proceed as follows: Set the switch to then encircle only the conductor concerned with the clamp. Effect a long press on the key. The InRh symbol is displayed, then the triggering threshold. -
Page 24: Frequency Measurement In Current
The measured value is displayed on the screen. 3.11.2 Frequency measurement in current Set the switch to and press the key. The Hz symbol is displayed. Encircle only the conductor concerned with the clamp. The measured value is displayed on the screen. -
Page 25: Temperature Measurement
3.12 TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT 3.12.1 Measurement without external sensor Set the switch to The temperature displayed (blinking) is the internal temperature of the device, equal to the ambient temperature after a sufficiently long thermal stabilization time (at least one hour). 3.12.2 Measurement with external sensor The device measures the temperature using a K thermocouple. -
Page 26: Characteristics
4 CHARACTERISTICS REFERENCE CONDITIONS Quantities of influence Reference conditions Temperature 23°C ±2°C Relative humidity 45% to 75% Supply voltage 9.0V ±0.5V Frequency range of the applied signal 45–65Hz Sine wave pure √2 Peak factor of the applied alternating signal Position of the conductor in the clamp centred Adjacent conductors none... -
Page 27: Ac Voltage Measurement
4.2.2 AC voltage measurement Measurement 0.15 V to 60.0 V to 600 V to 1000V RMS range 59.99 V 599.9 V 1400V peak (1) Specified measurement 0 to 100% of the measurement range range (2) from 0.15 V to 5.99V ±... -
Page 28: True-Inrush Measurement
4.2.4 True-Inrush measurement Measurement range 6 A to 600 A AC Specified measurement range 0 to 100% of the measurement range Uncertainties ± (5% R + 5 pt) Resolution Specific characteristics in PEAK mode in True-Inrush (from 10Hz to 1 kHz AC): •... -
Page 29: Diode Test
4.2.7 Diode test Measurement range 0.000V to 3.199V DC Specified measurement range 1 to 100% of the measurement range Uncertainties ± (1% R + 10 pt) Resolution 0.001V Measurement current 0,55 mA Indication: junction reversed or Display of "OL" when the measured open-circuit voltage >3.199V ... -
Page 30: Temperature Measurement
4.2.9 Temperature measurement Function External temperature Type of sensor K thermocouple Operating range -60.0°C to +599.9°C +600°C to +1200°C -76.0°F to +1111.8°F +1112°F to +2192°F Specified measurement 1 to 100% of the 0 to 100% of the range measurement range measurement range Uncertainties (1) 1% R ±3°C... -
Page 31: Characteristics Of Construction
CHARACTERISTICS OF CONSTRUCTION Housing Rigid polycarbonate shell with moulded elastomer covering Polycarbonate Jaws Opening: 34 mm Clamping diameter: 34 mm LCD display unit Screen Dimension: 28 x 43.5 mm Dimension H-222 x W-78 x D-42 mm Weight 340g (with the battery) POWER SUPPLY Battery 1 x 9 V LF22... -
Page 32: Variations In The Domain Of Use
VARIATIONS IN THE DOMAIN OF USE Influence Quantity of Range of Quantity influence influence influenced Typical V AC 0,1%R/10°C V DC 0,1%R/10°C 0,5%R/10°C + 2 ct Temperature -20...+55°C 1%R/10°C 1,5%R/10°C + 2ct T°C (0,2%R+1°C)/10°C (0,3%R+2°C)/10°C 0,1%R/10°C + 2ct Hz Ω 0,1%R/10°C + 3ct Humidity 10%...90%RH... -
Page 33: Maintenance
5 MAINTENANCE The instrument has no parts that can be replaced by personnel who are not trained and approved. Any non-approved repair or other work, or replacement of a part by an "equivalent", may severely compromise safety. CLEANING • Disconnect everything connected to the device and set the switch to OFF. •... -
Page 34: Warranty
6 WARRANTY Except as otherwise stipulated, our warranty is valid for three years starting from the date on which the equipment was sold. Extract from our General Conditions of Sale provided on request. The warranty does not apply in the following cases: •... -
Page 35: Delivery Condition
7 DELIVERY CONDITION The F201 clamp multimeter is delivered in its packaging box with : • 2 banana-test probes leads, one red and one black • 1 K thermocouple with banana terminations • 1 9V battery • 1 carrying bag •...