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USER'S MANUAL
BM157 & BM357
3-Phase PowerClamp
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SAFETY
PER IEC61010 OVERVOLTAGE INSTALLATION CATEGORY
Explains overvoltage installation categories for safety.
TERMS IN THIS MANUAL
Defines WARNING and CAUTION terms used in the manual.
INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS
Lists and explains common electrical symbols used.
CENELEC Directives
States compliance with CENELEC low-voltage and EMC directives.
OPERATION
AutoVA™ Function
Details the automatic ACV, DCV, or ACA selection feature.
THD%-F Total Harmonic Distortion
Explains the Total Harmonic Distortion measurement for model 157.
Peak-rms Mode
Describes the mode for measuring peak RMS values of surge voltage/current.
Line-level Frequency (Hz) Function
Explains how to use the line-frequency measurement function.
HOLD Mode
Explains the display hold function for freezing readings.
Power Factor Concepts
Discusses displacement and total power factor, including harmonics.
Single-Phase & 3-Phase Balanced-Load Power
Details measurements for single-phase and balanced three-phase power.
kWHr Recording Function
Guides on starting, pausing, and stopping kilowatt-hour recording.
3-Phase Unbalanced-Load Power Measurements
Explains measurements for unbalanced three-phase, three- and four-wire systems.
Meter Features and Settings
Covers Ω/))) functions, backlight, APO, frequency setup, and PC interface.
MAINTENANCE
Troubleshooting
Guidance for diagnosing and resolving instrument operational issues.
Cleaning and Storage
Recommendations for maintaining and storing the instrument.
Battery Replacement
Step-by-step instructions for replacing the meter's batteries.
SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
Provides overall specifications including display, update rate, and operating conditions.
Electrical Specifications - AC/DC Voltage, Current, Frequency
Details AC/DC voltage, current, and frequency measurement ranges and accuracies.
Special Function Specifications
Accuracy details for THD%-F, PEAK-rms HOLD, and other special functions.
Power, Resistance, Continuity, PF Specifications
Accuracy for power, resistance, continuity, and power factor measurements.

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