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ARCTIC HAYES DIGITAL CLAMP METER WITH TEMPERATURE FUNCTION User Manual AH206 Before using the instrument, please read this manual carefully, and save for future reference.
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Safety Instructions The instrument is designed according to the requirements of the international electrical safety standard IEC61010-1 for the safety requirements of the electronic testing instruments. The design and manufacture of instruments strictly comply with the requirements of IEC61010-1 CAT.III 600V over voltage safety standards.
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Safety Instructions • By measuring the known voltage to check whether the meter work is normal, if it is not normal or damaged, do not use it again. • Before using the instrument, please check whether there are cracks in the instrument shell or plastic parts damaged.
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Safety Instructions • When it shows low battery indicator, please replace the battery in time in case of any measurement error. • Do not use the instrument around explosive gas, steam or in wet environment. • When using the probe, please put your fingers behind the finger protector of the probe.
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Physical Appearance Safety symbols High Voltage Warning AC (Alternating current) DC (Direct current) AC or DC Warning, important safety signs Ground Fuse Equipment with double insulation/reinforced insulation protection Battery under voltage Product complies with all relevant European laws The additional product label shows that do not discard this electrical/electronic product into household garbage.
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Physical Appearance NCV probe Clamp Flashlight Data hold / NCV key Trigger Knob switch Function keys Measuring input Display screen jack Height - 194mm Weight - 189g Width - 73.5mm (without batteries) Depth - 34.5mm...
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Specification Operation Max/Min measurement press key ”MAX/MIN” View Maximum and Minimum, press key ” ” and keep more than 2 seconds to exit the maximum and minimum measurements. Data hold Press” ” key, enter data hold mode/ cancel data hold mode. Backlight Press”...
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Specification Environment condition of using CAT||| 600V Pollution level Altitude <2000m Working environment 0~40°C (<80% RH, <10°C non condensing). temperature & humidity Storage environment -10~60°C (<70% RH, remove the battery). temperature & humidity General technical specifications Temperature coefficient: 0.1 x accuracy/°C (<18°C or >28°C). MAX.
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Measurement Operation AC current measurement 1. Turn the knob to “ “ and select Proper range (6A,60A or 600A), 2. Then press the trigger to open the clamp, clamp the conductor to be tested, slowly release the trigger until the clamp are completely closed, and determine whether the conductor to be tested is clamped in the centre of the pliers, if the conductor is not in the centre of the pliers, additional errors...
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Measurement Operation AC/DC voltage measurement 1. Turn the knob to “ “ Switching AC or DC Current Measurement Function by Pressing “ “ Key. 2. Insert the red probe in “INPUT” jack, insert the black probe in “COM” jack 3. Contact the probe to the measured circuit (connect to the measured power supply or circuit in parallel), measure the voltage.
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Measurement Operation Frequency/duty measurement 1. Turn the knob to Hz%, Switching frequency or duty Measurement Function by Pressing “ “ Key. 2. Insert the red probe in “INPUT” jack, insert the black probe in “COM” jack. 3. Contact the probe to the measured circuit (connect to the measured power supply or circuit in parallel).
Measurement Operation Warning. When measuring resistance on the line, disconnect the power supply and discharge all the high-voltage capacitors. Otherwise, the instrument may be damaged and may be struck by electric shocks. Caution. To avoid damaging the instrument or equipment, do not input a voltage greater than 10V.
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Measurement Operation the power supply and discharge all the high-voltage capacitors. Otherwise, the instrument may be damaged and may be struck by electric shocks. Caution. To avoid damaging the instrument or equipment, do not input a voltage greater than 10V. Note.
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Measurement Operation Caution. To avoid damaging the instrument or equipment, do not input a voltage greater than 10V. Capacitance measurement 1. Turn the knob to “ “ , Switching capacitance Function by Pressing “ “ Key 2. Insert the red probe in “INPUT” jack, insert the black probe in “COM”...
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Note 2: Using K type thermocouple probe. Calibration To maintain the integrity of measurements, Arctic Hayes recommends that the multimeter is calibrated annually at an approved Calibration Laboratory. Arctic Hayes can offer this service, please contact sales@arctic-hayes.com or call +44(0)113 271 5245 to arrange.
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Measurement Operation & Accuracy Specification Non-contact AC Voltage Detection (NCV) 1. At any position, hold down the“ “ key for more than 2 seconds, “click” a sound, the instrument shows the “NCV” character, and then enter the NCV detection function. 2.
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Accuracy Specification AC Voltage Range Resolution Accuracy 0.001V ±(0.8% reading +5) 0.01V 600V 0.1V AC Current Range Resolution Accuracy 0.001A 40~400Hz: ±(2.5% reading +5) other: ±(3.0% reading +10) 0.01A 600A 0.1A Capacitance Range Resolution Accuracy 10nF 0.001nF ±(4.0% reading +5) 100nF 0.01nF 1000nF...
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Battery & Fuse Replacement Battery Replacement The instrument uses two AAA 1.5V batteries. Please install or replace the batteries according to the following steps. 1. Turn off the power of the instrument and remove the probe. 2. Use screwdriver to unscrew the screw that fixes the battery cover and remove the battery cover.
Do not dispose of the unit with the usual domestic refuse. Do not burn the product. Arctic Hayes Ltd Arctic Hayes Ltd 9 Millshaw Park Ave | Leeds Ipco B.V, Spinel 400 LS11 0LR | United Kingdom 3316 LG Dordrecht sales@arctic-hayes.com...
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