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  • Page 1  CLAMP-ON METER ENG L ISH User Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT ................7 ORDERING INFORMATION ................7 PRESENTATION ..................8 THE ROTARY SWITCH ................. 9 THE FUNCTION BUTTONS ................ 10 THE DISPLAY ....................11 1.3.1 Display Symbols ................11 1.3.2 Measurement Capacity Exceeded (OL) ........12 THE TERMINALS ..................12 THE BUTTONS ...................
  • Page 4 3.9.2 DC Measurement ................26 ® 3.10 STARTING CURRENT OR OVERCURRENT (True InRush MEASUREMENT ..................27 3.11 FREQUENCY MEASUREMENT (H ) ............27 3.11.1 Frequency Measurement (V) ............27 3.11.2 Frequency Measurement (A) ............28 3.12 TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT ............29 3.12.1 Measurement without External Sensor .........
  • Page 5 Thank you for purchasing a Model 603 Clamp-on Meter. For best results from your instrument and for your safety, read the enclosed operating instructions carefully and comply with the precautions for use. These products must be only used by qualified and trained users.
  • Page 6 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE This device complies with safety standards IEC-61010-1 and 61010-2-032 for voltages of 1000V 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 7: Receiving Your Shipment

    ORDERING INFORMATION Clamp-on Meter Model 603 ............Cat. #2139.31 Includes set of 2 color-coded silicone insulated test leads, test probes and alligator clips, K-thermocouple with 4mm integrated adapter, soft carrying case, 4x1.5V AA batteries and user manual.

  • Page 8: Presentation

    1 PRESENTATION The Clamp-on Meter Model 603 is a 6000-count 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 ...

  • Page 9: The Rotary Switch

    THE ROTARY SWITCH The rotary switch has six positions. To access the functions, set the switch to the desired function. The functions are described in the table below. Figure 2: The Function Rotary Switch Item Function See § OFF mode – Turns the clamp-on meter off AC, DC voltage measurement (V) Continuity test Resistance measurement Ω...

  • Page 10: The Function Buttons

    THE FUNCTION BUTTONS Figure 3: The Function Buttons Item Function See § Holds the last value on the display Zero correction A 3.9.2 Lead resistance compensation in the continuity and 3.6.1 ohmmeter functions Selects the type of measurement and configuration functions (AC, DC) Enables/disables display backlighting Enables/disables the MAX/MIN mode...

  • Page 11: The Display

    THE DISPLAY Figure 4: The Display Item Function See § Mode selection display Active measurement value and unit display 3.5 to 3.12 Display of the MAX/MIN modes Type of measurement (AC or DC) Selected resistance measurement display Low battery indication Temperature unit display 3.4.4 1.3.1...

  • Page 12: Measurement Capacity Exceeded (Ol)

    Hertz Ampere Temperature unit Celsius or Fahrenheit °C/°F Percentage Ω Milli- prefix Kilo- prefix Lead resistance compensation Continuity test Diode test Auto Power Off disabled Low battery indicator 1.3.2 Measurement Capacity Exceeded (OL) The OL (Over Load) symbol is displayed when the display capacity is exceeded. THE TERMINALS The terminals are used as follows: Figure 5: The Terminals...

  • Page 13: The Buttons

    2 THE BUTTONS The buttons respond differently to short, long, and sustained presses. keys provide additional functions as well as the detection and acquisition of parameters complementary to the basic measurements. Each of these buttons can be used independently of the others or in •...

  • Page 14: Yellow) Button (Second Function)

    (YELLOW) BUTTON (SECOND FUNCTION) This button is used to select the type of measurement (AC, DC) and the second functions marked in yellow next to the relevant positions of the switch. It can also be used to modify the default values in the configuration mode (see §...

  • Page 15: Button

    BUTTON 2.4.1 Normal Mode This button activates the detection of the MAX and MIN values of the measurements made. Max and Min are the extreme mean values in DC and the extreme RMS values in AC. NOTE: In this mode, the Auto Power Off function of the device is automatically disabled.

  • Page 16: The Max/Min Mode + Activation Of The Hold Mode

    2.4.2 The MAX/MIN Mode + Activation of the HOLD Mode Successive presses on Function Displays the MAX/MIN values detected before the button was pressed. short When the button is pressed, the last value is held on the display. NOTE: The HOLD function does not interrupt the acquisition of new MAX, MIN values ®...

  • Page 17: Button

    BUTTON This button is used to display the frequency measurements of a signal. NOTE: This button is not functional in the DC mode. 2.5.1 Normal Mode Successive Function presses on Displays: - The frequency of the signal measured - The present voltage (V) or current (A) measurement 2.5.2 The Hz Function + Activation of the HOLD Mode...

  • Page 18: Button

    BUTTON This button is used to display and store the reference value in the unit of magnitude measured, or to display the differential and relative values, in %. Successive Function presses on Enters the ΔREL mode, to store, then display the reference value.

  • Page 19: Use

    3 USE INSTALLING THE BATTERIES Insert the batteries supplied with the device as follows: Using a screwdriver, unscrew the battery compartment cover (item 1) from the back of the housing. Insert the 4x1.5V AA batteries supplied (item 2), observing polarities. Close the battery compartment cover and screw it onto the housing.

  • Page 20: Configuration

    CONFIGURATION As a safety measure, and to avoid repeated overloads on the inputs of the device, configuration operations should only be performed when the device is disconnected from all dangerous voltages. 3.4.1 Configuring the Maximum Resistance for Continuity To configure the maximum resistance allowed for a continuity: With the switch in the OFF position, hold the (yellow) button down while turning the switch to...

  • Page 21: Changing The Default Temperature Unit

    2. To change the threshold, press the (yellow) button. The value flashes; each press on the (yellow) button displays the next value. To record the chosen threshold, apply a long press (>2s) on the (yellow) button. A confirmation beep is emitted. When the desired value is displayed, turn the switch to another setting.

  • Page 22: Default Configuration

    3.4.6 Default Configuration To reset the clamp-on meter to its default parameters (factory configuration): In the OFF position, hold the (yellow) button down while turning the switch to , until the "full screen" display ends and a beep is emitted. The "rSt"...

  • Page 23: Continuity Test

    CONTINUITY TEST Warning: Before performing the test, make sure that the circuit is off and all 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 the "+" terminal.

  • Page 24: Resistance Measurement Ω

    RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT Ω Warning: Before making a resistance measurement, make sure that the circuit is off and all capacitors have been discharged. Set the switch to and press the (yellow) button. The Ω symbol is displayed. Connect the black lead to the COM terminal and the red lead to the "+" terminal.

  • Page 25: Current Measurement (A)

    The measured value is displayed on the screen. Reverse the leads on the diode and repeat the test. CURRENT MEASUREMENT (A) The jaws are opened by pressing the trigger on the body of the meter. The arrow on the jaws of the clamp-on meter (see the diagram below) should point in the presumed direction of current flow, from the generator to the load.

  • Page 26: Dc Measurement

    3.9.2 DC Measurement Set the switch to and select DC if the display does not indicate "0"; the DC zero must be corrected first. Step 1: Correction of DC Zero Important: The clamp must not be closed on the conductor during the DC zero correction.

  • Page 27: Starting Current Or Overcurrent (True Inrush ® )

    ® 3.10 STARTING CURRENT OR OVERCURRENT (True InRush MEASUREMENT To measure a starting current or overcurrent, proceed as follows: Set the switch to , correct the DC zero (see §3.9.2), then clamp the jaws around the conductor to be measured. Perform a long press on the button.

  • Page 28: Frequency Measurement (A)

    The measured value is displayed on the screen. 3.11.2 Frequency Measurement (A) Set the switch to and press the button. The Hz symbol is displayed. Select AC by pressing the (yellow) button until desired choice is reached. Clamp the jaws around the conductor to be measured. The measured value is displayed on the screen.

  • Page 29: Temperature Measurement

    3.12 TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT 3.12.1 Measurement without External Sensor Set the switch to The temperature (blinking) displayed is the internal temperature of the device. It will be 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 30: Adapter Function Measurement

    3.13 ADAPTER FUNCTION MEASUREMENT This function makes it possible to connect any adapter or sensor that converts a measured electrical or physical quantity into a voltage (either DC or AC). A direct, immediate reading is obtained without applying a conversion factor. The measurement mode, AC or DC (the default), must be chosen manually using the yellow button.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    4 SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCE CONDITIONS Quantities of Influence Reference Conditions Temperature: 23°C ±2°C Relative humidity: 45% to 75% Supply voltage: 6.0V ±0.5V Frequency range of the applied signal: 45 to 65Hz Sine wave: pure Peak factor of the applied alternating signal: √2 Position of the conductor in the clamp: centered...

  • Page 32: Ac Voltage Measurement

    4.2.2 AC Voltage Measurement Measurement 1000V RMS 0.15 to 99.99V 100.0 to 999.9V range 1400V peak (1) Specified measurement 0 to 100% of the measurement range range (2) 0.15 to 9.99V ± (1% R + 10cts) Accuracy ± (1% R +3cts) 10.00 to 99.99V ±...

  • Page 33: Ac Current Measurement

    4.2.4 AC Current Measurement Measurement 0.25 to 99.99A 100.0 to 999.9A 1000 to 2000A (1) Range Specified Measurement 0 to 100% of the measurement range Range (2) 1000 to 1500A ± (1.5% R +3cts) Accuracy ± (1% R + 10cts) ±...

  • Page 34: Resistance Measurement

    4.2.7 Resistance Measurement 0.0 to 1000 to 10.00 to Measurement Range (1) 999.9Ω 9999Ω 99.99kΩ Specified Measurement 1 to 100% of the 0 to 100% of the Range measurement range measurement range Accuracy ± (1% R +5cts) Resolution 0.1Ω 1Ω 10Ω...

  • Page 35: Temperature Measurement

    4.2.9.2 Current Measurement Range (1) 5.0 to 999.9Hz Specified Measurement Range 1 to 100% of the measurement range Accuracy ± (0.4% R + 1ct) Resolution 0.1Hz Note (1) In MAX/MIN mode, the operating range is limited to 1kHz. If the level of the signal is too low (<10% of the range, or V<10V or I<10A) or if the frequency is less than 5Hz, the device cannot determine the frequency and displays "----".

  • Page 36: Adapter Function Measurement

    4.2.11 Adapter Function Measurement 4.2.11.1 In DC mode Measurement Range (1) 0.0 to 999.9mV 1.00 to 9.99V Specified Measurement Range (2) 0 to 100% of the measurement range Accuracy 1% R +3cts Resolution 0.1mV 10mV Input Impedance 10MΩ 4.2.11.2 In AC mode Measurement Range (1) 5.0 to 999.9mV 1.00 to 9.99V...

  • Page 37: Mechanical Specifications

    MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS Rigid polycarbonate shell with over-molded elastomer Housing covering; UL94 V1 Polycarbonate Jaws Opening: 2.36" (60mm) Clamping diameter: 2.36" (60mm) LCD display unit Screen Blue backlighting Dimension: 1.6 x 1.9" (41 x 48mm) Dimension 11.65 x 4.37 x 1.61" (296 x 111 x 41mm) Weight 1.4 lbs (640g) with batteries POWER SUPPLY...

  • Page 38: Environmental Variations

    ENVIRONMENTAL VARIATIONS Influence Condition of Range of Measurement Influence Influence Influenced Typical 0.1% R/10°C 0.1% R/10°C 0.5% R/10°C + 2ct -4° to +131°F Temperature 1% R/10°C T°C 1.5% R/10°C + 2ct (-20° to +55°C) (0.2% R +1°C)/10°C (0.3% R +2°C)/10°C Ω...

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    5 MAINTENANCE WARNING Remove the test leads on any input before opening the case. • • Do not operate the clamp-on meter without a battery case cover. To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to perform any servicing • unless you are qualified to do so. To avoid electrical shock and/or damage to the instrument, do not get •...

  • Page 40: Repair And Calibration

    Chauvin Arnoux , Inc. d.b.a. AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive • Dover, NH 03820 USA Tel: (800) 945-2362 or (603) 749-6434 (Ext. 360) Fax: (603) 742-2346 or (603) 749-6309 repair@aemc.com (Or contact your authorized distributor) Costs for repair, standard calibration, and calibration traceable to N.I.S.T. are available.

  • Page 41: Limited Warranty

    8 LIMITED WARRANTY The Model 603 is warranted to the owner for a period of three years from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture. This limited ® warranty is given by AEMC Instruments, not by the distributor from whom it was purchased.
  • Page 42 NOTES:...
  • Page 44 06/21 99-MAN 100369 v9 ® ® Chauvin Arnoux , Inc. d.b.a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive • Dover, NH 03820 USA www.aemc.com...

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