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- Page 1 Autoranging Multimeter TM-86 User’s manual HB2TM8600000 TENMARS ELECTRONICS CO., LTD...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents: 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES .... 3 1.1. Preliminary ..............4 1.2. During use ..............5 1.3. After use ..............6 1.4. Measuring (overvoltage) categories definitions..6 2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ..........8 3. PREPARATION FOR USE ..........9 3.1. Initial ................9 3.2. - Page 3 TM-86 4.3.9. Duty Cycle measurement ........24 4.3.10.Capacitance measurement 5. MAINTENANCE............27 5.1. General information ..........27 5.2. Batteries replacement ..........27 5.3. Fuse replacement ............ 29 5.4. Cleaning..............30 5.5. End of life ..............30 6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS........30 6.1.
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Page 4: Safety Precautions And Procedures
TM-86 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES This meter is in compliance with safety Standards EN 61010-1 related to electronic measuring instruments. For your own safety and to avoid damaging the instrument follow the procedures described in this instruction manual and read carefully all notes preceded by this symbol .When taking... -
Page 5: Preliminary
TM-86 Danger high voltage: risk of electric shocks Double insulated meter AC voltage or current DC voltage or current 1.1. PRELIMINARY This instrument has been designed for use in environments of pollution degree 2. It can be used for VOLTAGE and CURRENT measurements on installations of over voltage CAT III 1000V and CAT IV 600V. -
Page 6: During Use
TM-86 Do not test or connect to any circuit exceeding the specified overload protection. Do not effect measurements under environmental conditions exceeding the limits indicated in paragraphs 6.1.1 and 6.2.1. Make sure that batteries are properly installed. -
Page 7: After Use
TM-86 active. 1.3. AFTER USE After using the instrument turn it off. If you expect not to use the instrument for a long period remove the battery to avoid leakages of battery liquids which may damage its inner components. - Page 8 TM-86 Measurement category III is for measurements performed in the building installation. Examples are measurements on distribution boards, circuit breakers, wiring, including cables, bus-bars, junction boxes, switches, socket-outlets in the fixed installation, and equipment for industrial use and some other...
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Page 9: General Description
TM-86 2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION This meter performs the below listed measurements: DC Voltage AC sine wave Voltage DC Current AC sine wave Current Resistance Continuity Diode test Frequency Duty cycle Capacitance All selectable by means of a 10 position rotary selector (including OFF position). -
Page 10: Preparation For Use
TM-86 minutes after last selector rotation or function selection. 3. PREPARATION FOR USE 3.1. INITIAL This instrument was checked both mechanically and electrically prior to shipment. All possible cares and precautions were taken to let you receive the instrument in perfect conditions. Notwithstanding we suggest you to check it rapidly (eventual damages may have occurred during transport –... -
Page 11: Calibration
TM-86 3.3. CALIBRATION The instrument complies with the technical specifications contained in this manual and such compliance is guaranteed for 1 year. Annual recalibration is recommended. 3.4. STORAGE After a period of storage under extreme environmental conditions exceeding the limits mentioned in paragraph 6.2.1 let the instrument... -
Page 12: Operating Instructions
TM-86 4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.1. INSTRUMENT - DESCRIPTION 4.1.1. Front panel LEGEND: HOLD Key R Key REL Key SEL Key Backlight Key OFF position DCV position ACV position 10. Hz and Duty position position position position position Fig. 1: Instrument description 15. -
Page 13: Description Of Function Keys
TM-86 4.2.DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION KEYS 4.2.1. HOLD key By pressing HOLD key the measured value is frozen on the display where the symbol "HOLD" appears. Press again HOLD to disable this function and resume normal operation. 4.2.2. R (RANGE) key By pressing R key, the manual mode is activated and the “AUTO”... -
Page 14: Backlight Key ( )
TM-86 position and to select between AC and DC current measure. 4.2.5. Backlight key ( By pressing key it’s possible to activate the backlight function on the display. The function automatically disabled itself after some seconds and is available on each position of the rotary selector 4.2.6. - Page 15 TM-86 Fig. 2: Using the meter for DC Voltage measurement 1.Selecting the position V . 2.Pressing the R key to select the correct range or using the Auto range feature (see paragraph 4.2.2). If the voltage value under test is unknown, select the highest range.
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Page 16: Ac Voltage Measurement
TM-86 7.For HOLD function and Relative measure please refer to paragraph 4.2. 4.3.2. AC Voltage measurement CAUTION The maximum input for AC voltage is 600V. Do not attempt to measure higher voltages to avoid electrical shocks or damages to the instrument. -
Page 17: Dc Current Measurement
TM-86 3. Insert the test leads into the jacks, the red plug into jack and black plug into COM jack (see Fig. 3). 4. Connect the test leads to the circuit under test. The voltage value is displayed. 5. If the message "O.L" is displayed select a higher range. -
Page 18: Ac Current Measurement
TM-86 1. Power off the circuit under test. 2. Selecting the position . The message “ ” is shown at display. 3. Insert the test leads into the jacks, the red plug into A jack and black plug into COM jack (see Fig. 4). - Page 19 TM-86 Fig. 5: Using the instrument for AC Current measurement 1.Power off the circuit under test. 2.Selecting the position 3.Press the SEL key to select AC measurement. The “ ” symbol is shown at display. 4.Insert the test leads into the jacks, the red plug into A jack and black plug into COM jack (see Fig.
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Page 20: Resistance Measurement
TM-86 4.3.5. Resistance measurement CAUTION Before taking resistance measurements on the circuit remove power from the circuit being tested and discharge all capacitors. Fig. 6: Using the instrument for Resistance measurement 1.Selecting the position . 2.Pressing the R key to select the correct range or using the Auto range feature (see paragraph 4.2.2). -
Page 21: Continuity Test
TM-86 4.Connect the test leads to the circuit under test; the resistance value is displayed. 5.If the message "O.L" is displayed a higher range must be selected. 6.For HOLD function and Relative measure please refer to paragraph 4.2. 4.3.6. Continuity test... -
Page 22: Diode Test
TM-86 1.Selecting the position 2.Insert the test leads into the jacks, the red plug into jack and black plug into COM jack. 3.Connect the test leads to the circuit under test. 4.The resistance value is displayed and the instrument emits a sound signal if the resistance value results to be lower than 140Ω. - Page 23 TM-86 Fig. 8: Using the instrument for Diode test 1.Selecting the position 2.Insert the test leads into the jacks, the red plug into jack, and black plug into COM jack. 3.Connect the test leads to the diode under test observing the proper polarities (see Fig. 8).
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Page 24: Frequency Measurement
TM-86 4.3.8. Frequency measurement CAUTION The maximum input for AC voltage is 600V. Do not attempt to measure higher voltages to avoid electrical shocks or damages to the instrument. Fig. 9: Using the instrument for frequency measurement 1.Selecting the position Hz/DUTY. The symbol “Hz” is shown at display. -
Page 25: Duty Cycle Measurement
TM-86 4.3.9. Duty Cycle measurement CAUTION The maximum input for AC voltage is 600V. Do not attempt to measure higher voltages to avoid electrical shocks or damages to the instrument. Fig. 10: Using the instrument for Duty Cycle measurement 1.Selecting the position Hz/DUTY and pressing SEL key. -
Page 26: Capacitance Measurement
TM-86 3.Connect the test leads to the circuit under test. The duty cycle value is shown at display. 4.If the message "O.L" is displayed the maximum readable value is reached. 5.For HOLD function please refer to paragraph 4.2. 4.3.10. Capacitance measurement... - Page 27 TM-86 Fig. 11: Using the instrument for Capacitance measurement 1. Selecting the position . 2. Insert the test leads into the jacks, the red plug into jack and black plug into COM jack (see Fig. 11). 3. Connect the red and black test clamps to the capacitor terminals respecting if necessary the proper polarities.
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Page 28: Maintenance
TM-86 5. MAINTENANCE 5.1. GENERAL INFORMATION This is a precision instrument. To guarantee its performances be sure to use it according to these instructions and keep it stored on suitable environmental conditions Do not expose it to high temperatures or humidity or direct sunlight. Be sure to turn it off after use. - Page 29 TM-86 4.Remove all batteries replacing them with new ones of the same type (refer to paragraph 6.1.2) respecting the polarity signs. 5.Replace the back case and screws. 6.Use the appropriate battery disposal methods for your area. EN - 28...
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Page 30: Fuse Replacement
TM-86 5.3. FUSE REPLACEMENT CAUTION Before replacing fuses, disconnect test leads from any energized circuit to avoid electrical shock. LEGEND: 1.Turn OFF the meter and disconnect the test leads from the input terminals. 2.Unscrew the four fixing screws of the back holster and remove it. -
Page 31: Cleaning
TM-86 5.4. CLEANING To clean the instruments use a soft dry cloth. Never use a wet cloth, solvents or water. 5.5. END OF LIFE Caution: this symbol indicates that equipment and its accessories shall be subject to a separate collection and correct disposal. - Page 32 TM-86 AC Voltage Accura Input Overload Range Resolution impedance protection (4040 0Hz) 400mV 0.1mV declare (1.0%r 0.001V 600V 0.01V dg + 10M DC/ACrms 3dgt) 400V 0.1V (1.2%r 600V dg + 3dgt) DC Current Accuracy Resol Overload Range Voltage drop ution protection (1.2%rdg +...
- Page 33 TM-86 AC Current Accuracy Resol Overload Range Voltage drop ution protection (40400Hz) (2.0%rdg + Fusibile 0.01A 200mV 10A/600V 5dgt) (*) Accuracy is guaranteed for current up to: 6A continuous measurement, 7A 3 minutes uninterrupted measurement, up to 10A 2 minutes continuous measurement.
- Page 34 TM-86 Diode Test Max Open Direct Overload Feature Accuracy Circuit voltage protection Voltage 600V (0.5%rdg 0 – 1.5V DC/AC rms 1.000V + 3dgt) <30sec Continuity test Max Open Test Overload Feature Buzzer Circuit protection Current Voltage About 600V DC/AC About 0.5V <140...
- Page 35 TM-86 Duty cycle (Autorange) Resolu Range Accuracy Overload protection tion (1.0%rdg + 20 - 0.1% 600VDC/ACrms <30sec 5dgt) Note: Never exceed voltage limits listed below. Voltage limits for Frequency and Duty Cycle Working voltage Frequency 1.5Vp-p 0 – 400Hz ...
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Page 36: Safety
TM-86 6.1.1. Safety The instrument complies with: EN 61010-1 Insulation: Class 2, Double insulation Pollution degree: Over voltage category: CAT III 1000V, CAT IV 600V Max height: 2000m 6.1.2. General data Mechanical characteristics Dimensions: 163(L) x 88(W) x 48(H) mm Weight (including batteries): approx. -
Page 37: Emc
TM-86 Working temperature: -5 ÷ 40 °C Relative humidity: <70%HR Storage temperature: -10 ÷ 60 °C Storage humidity: <70%HR 6.2.2. EMC This instrument is designed and tested in compliance with the requirements of the European EMC Directive 89/336/EEC modified with 93/68/CEE and in accordance with Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC 6.3.ACCESSORIES... - Page 38 TM-86 the reasons for returning (detected fault). Use only original packaging. Any damage occurred in transit due to no original packaging will be charged anyhow to the customer. The manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage to persons or things.
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Page 39: After-Sale Service
TM-86 Our products are patented and our logotypes registered. We reserve the right to modify specifications and prices in view of technological improvements or developments which might be necessary. 7.2. AFTER-SALE SERVICE Shouldn’t the instrument work properly, before contacting your distributor make sure that batteries are correctly installed and working, check the test leads and replace them if necessary. - Page 40 Solar power meter, Radiation meter, Clamp meter, Multimeter Phase Rotation tester, Digital Insulation tester Our products of high quality are selling well all over the world TENMARS ELECTRONICS CO., LTD 6F, 586, RUI GUANG ROAD, NEIHU, TAIPEI 114, TAIWAN. E-mail: service@tenmars.com http://www.tenmars.com...