Operation; Non-Contact Voltage Detector; Ac/Dc Current Measurements - FLIR Extech Instruments MA1500 Manual

Operation

NOTES: Read and understand all Warning and Caution statements in this operation manual prior
to using this meter. Set the function select switch to the OFF position when the meter is not in use.

Non-Contact Voltage Detector

WARNING: Risk of Electrocution. Before use, always test the Voltage Detector on a known live
circuit to verify proper operation.
1. Rotate the Function switch to any measurement position.
2. Place the detector probe tip on the conductor to be tested.
3. If AC voltage is present, the NCV detector will turn on with a
steady red light.
NOTE: The conductors in electrical cord sets are often twisted. For
best results, move the probe tip along a length of the cord to
assure placing the tip close to the live conductor.
NOTE: The detector is designed with high sensitivity. Static electricity
or other sources of energy may randomly trip the sensor. This
is normal operation.

AC/DC Current Measurements

WARNING: Disconnect the test leads before measuring with clamp.
1. Rotate the Function switch to the 1500A
2. Press the MODE button to select AC or DC.
3. Press the trigger to open jaw. Fully enclose only one
conductor.
4. Read the current value in the display.
5. If the value is less than 400A, rotate the function switch to
the 400A
AC/DC
DCA Zero
The Zero feature removes offset values and improves accuracy
for DC current measurements. To perform a zero, select DC and, with no conductor in the jaw,
press the ZERO button. The display will show approxemately zero. The offset value is now stored
and removed from all measurements.
Frequency
When ACA is selected, the measured frequency can be viewed in the lower display.
position to improve resolution.
position.
AC/DC
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