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For recalibration, please use our calibration services. Refer to our repair and calibration section at www.aemc.com. Serial #: Catalog #: 1403.01 Model #: 1015 Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated: Date Received: Date Calibration Due: Chauvin Arnoux , Inc. ®...
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ................5 1.1 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE ............6 1.2 RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT ..........6 1.3 ORDERING INFORMATION ............. 7 1.3.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts ..........7 2. PRODUCT FEATURES ..............8 2.1 DESCRIPTION ................8 2.2 FEATURES .................
1. INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing an AEMC Instruments Megohmmeter Model 1015. ® For the best results from your instrument and for your safety, you must read the enclosed operating instructions carefully and comply with the precautions for use. Only qualified and trained operators should use this product.
Notify your distributor of any missing items. If the equipment appears to be damaged, file a claim immediately with the car- rier and notify your distributor at once, giving a detailed description of any damage. Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim. Megohmmeter Model 1015...
1.3 ORDERING INFORMATION Megohmmeter Model 1015............Cat. #1403.01 Includes a carrying case, shockproof rubber housing, set of black and red leads, black test probe, red alligator clip, spare fuse (inside megohmmeter), (4) 1.5 V alkaline AA batteries (not installed), and a user manual.
2. PRODUCT FEATURES 2.1 DESCRIPTION The Megohmmeter Model 1015 is a True Megohmmeter analog instru- ® ment with four easy-to-read scales. The MΩ scale is an easy-to-read log scale graduated from 0.1 to 1000 MΩ (yellow background) at 500 V and 1000 V. The Ω scale is linear with a range from (0 to 10) Ω...
Open Circuit Voltage: (4.5 to 6.5) V Accuracy: ±3 % full scale VOLTAGE TESTS (Safety Check) Voltage Range: (0 to 600) V Frequency: (45 to 400) Hz Accuracy: 3 % of full scale Input Impedance: 300 kΩ Megohmmeter Model 1015...
Part 5: Sections relating to electric shocks IEC 68.2.6: Vibrations IEC 68.2.27: Shocks IEC 68.2.29: Shakes IEC 68.2.31: Bumps IEC 68.2.32: Free fall UL 94: Self-extinguishing capability Specifications are subject to change at any time without notice Megohmmeter Model 1015...
No published standard tells which voltage to choose for any given winding. However, published recommendations could be summarized as follows: Rated Voltage of Motor Test Voltage Below 115 250 V 250 V or 500 V 500 V 500 V or 1000 V Megohmmeter Model 1015...
Consult your equipment manufacturer for specific test or test voltage if not known. Insulation resistance decreases with moisture, temperature and age and should be recorded over time at a given temperature and corrected. Megohmmeter Model 1015...
Cable Insulation 600V Battery MΩ - 500 V Check MΩ - 1000 V 1000 Ω 10 Ω + 10 Ω − MEGOHMMETER AEMC MODEL 1015 I N S T R U M E N T S Figure 3 Megohmmeter Model 1015...
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Cable Insulation 600V Battery MΩ - 500 V Check MΩ - 1000 V 1000 Ω 10 Ω + 10 Ω − MEGOHMMETER AEMC MODEL 1015 I N S T R U M E N T S Figure 5 Megohmmeter Model 1015...
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MΩ - 1000 V 1000 Ω 10 Ω + can be made between the individual 10 Ω − conductors and ground. MEGOHMMETER AEMC MODEL 1015 I N S T R U M E N T S Figure 7 Megohmmeter Model 1015...
MEGOHMMETER AEMC MODEL 1015 tance value can now be I N S T R U M E N T S determined. Figure 9 Read between phases “A” and “B”, then “B” and “C”, then “C” and “A”. Megohmmeter Model 1015...
• Return to OFF after use. NOTE: For better measurement accuracy on the 10 Ω+ and the 10 Ω– ranges, measure the resistance of the leads by short- circuiting them, then subtract this value from the measured values. Megohmmeter Model 1015...
• Read the value on the white scale (0 to 10) Ω, then multiply the reading by 100 to get the actual value measured. • Return to OFF after use. Megohmmeter Model 1015...
• 1500 continuity measurements of 10 s on the 10 Ω range. NOTE: The instrument will operate correctly with a battery voltage range of (4.5 to 6.5) V. 5.1.1 Battery and Fuse Replacement 600V RED zone or below: GREEN zone: Battery needs to be replaced Battery is good Megohmmeter Model 1015...
Clean the body of the instrument with a damp and soapy cloth Do not submerge the instrument in water Do not use solvents Megohmmeter Model 1015...
Phone: (800) 945-2362 (Ext. 360) / (603) 749-6434 (Ext. 360) Fax: (603) 742-2346 E-mail: repair@aemc.com Caution: To protect yourself against in-transit loss, we recommend that you insure your returned material. NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument Megohmmeter Model 1015...
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