CONTENTS RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT................8 ORDERING INFORMATION................8 PRESENTATION ..................9 THE ROTARY SWITCH................. 10 THE FUNCTION BUTTONS................11 THE DISPLAY ....................12 1.3.1 Display Symbols ................12 1.3.2 Measurement Capacity Exceeded (OL) ........13 THE TERMINALS................... 14 THE BUTTONS................... 15 BUTTON ....................
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3.10 STARTING CURRENT OR OVERCURRENT (True InRush™) MEASUREMENT ................... 28 3.11 POWER MEASUREMENTS W, VA, AND PF........29 3.11.1 Single-Phase Power Measurement..........29 3.11.2 Balanced 3-Phase Power Measurement........30 PHASE ROTATION MODE ..............31 3.12 3.13 FREQUENCY MEASUREMENT (H )............32 3.13.1 Frequency Measurement (V) ............
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MAINTENANCE..................49 WARNING ...................... 49 CLEANING ..................... 49 REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERIES............49 REPAIR AND CALIBRATION ..............50 TECHNICAL AND SALES ASSISTANCE..........50 LIMITED WARRANTY ................51 WARRANTY REPAIRS ................51...
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Thank you for purchasing a Model 605 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.
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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.
Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim. ORDERING INFORMATION Clamp-on Meter Model 605 ............Cat. #2139.60 Includes set of 2 color-coded silicone insulated test leads, test probes and alligator clips, soft carrying case, 4x1.5V AA batteries and user manual.
1 PRESENTATION The Clamp-on Meter Model 605 is a professional electrical measuring instrument that combines the following functions: Current measurement Measurement of InRush current / overcurrent (True InRush™) Voltage measurement Frequency measurement Measures harmonic distortion (THD) ...
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, AC+DC voltage measurement (V) Continuity test Resistance measurement ...
THE FUNCTION BUTTONS Figure 3: The Function Buttons Item Function See § Holds the last value on the display Zero correction A 3.9.2 AC+DC AC+DC Lead resistance compensation in the continuity and 3.6.1 ohmmeter functions Selects the type of measurement and configuration functions (AC, DC, AC+DC) Selection of single-phase or 3-phase measurement Enables/disables display backlighting...
THE DISPLAY Figure 4: The Display Item Function See § Mode selection display Display of the measurement value and unit 3.5 to 3.12 Display of the MAX/MIN/PEAK modes Type of measurement (AC or DC) Total 3-phase power measurements 3.11.2 Selected resistance mode display Low battery indication 1.3.1 Display Symbols...
PEAK- Minimum peak value Balanced total 3-phase power measurement Volt Hertz Watt Ampere Percentage Ω Milli- prefix Kilo- prefix Reactive power Apparent power Power factor THDf Total harmonic distortion with respect to the fundamental Total harmonic distortion with respect to the true RMS THDr value of the signal.
THE TERMINALS The terminals are used as follows: Figure 5: The Terminals Item Function COM (black) Input Terminal Jack + Positive (red) Input Terminal Jack...
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 conjunction with each other.
(YELLOW) BUTTON (SECOND FUNCTION) This button is used to select the type of measurement (AC, DC, 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 §...
BUTTON 2.4.1 Normal Mode This button activates the detection of the MAX, MIN, PEAK+ and PEAK- values of the measurements made. Max and Min are the extreme mean values in DC and the extreme RMS values in AC. Peak+ is the maximum instantaneous peak and Peak- is the minimum instantaneous peak.
2.4.2 The MAX/MIN Mode + Activation of the HOLD Mode Successive presses on Function Displays the MAX/MIN/PEAK 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, PEAK values 2.4.3 Access to the True Inrush™...
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 Displays: short...
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 %. NOTE: This button is not functional in phase rotation mode. Successive Function presses on Enters the ΔREL mode, to store, then display the reference value.
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.
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 measurement: With the switch in the OFF position, hold the (yellow) button down while turning the switch to...
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. To exit from the configuration mode, turn the switch to another setting.
The measured value is displayed on the screen. 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.
3.6.1 Lead Resistance Compensation Warning: Before the compensation is executed, the MAX/MIN and HOLD modes must be disabled. To perform automatic compensation of the test lead resistance, proceed as follows: Short-circuit the leads connected to the meter. Hold the button down until the display unit indicates the lowest value.
DIODE TEST Warning: Before performing the diode test, make sure that the circuit is off and all capacitors have been discharged. Set the switch to and press the (yellow) button twice. The symbol is displayed. Connect the black lead to the COM terminal and the red lead to the "+" terminal.
The measured value is displayed on the screen. 3.9.2 DC or AC+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.
3.10 STARTING CURRENT OR OVERCURRENT (True InRush™) MEASUREMENT NOTE: The measurement can be made only in AC or DC mode (AC+DC mode disabled). 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.
3.11 POWER MEASUREMENTS W, VA, VAR AND PF This measurement is possible in single-phase or in balanced 3-phase. NOTE: If performing DC or AC+DC power measurements, correct the DC zero in current first (see § 3.9.2) For the power factor (PF) and the powers VA and var, the measurement is possible only in AC or AC+DC.
3.11.2 Balanced 3-Phase Power Measurement Set the switch to and select VA, var, or PF by pressing the button until the desired choice is reached Press the (yellow) button until the symbol is displayed. The device automatically displays AC+DC. To select AC, DC, or AC+DC, press the (yellow) button until the desired choice is reached.
3.12 PHASE ROTATION MODE This mode is used to determine the phase order of a 3-phase network using the "2-wire" method. To determine the phase order, proceed as follows: Step 1: Determining the Reference Period: Set the switch to . The rdy symbol is displayed; the device is ready for the first phase order determination measurement.
3.13 FREQUENCY MEASUREMENT (HZ) The frequency measurement is available in V, W and A for AC and AC+DC measurements. The measurement is based on a count of zero crossings (positive-going edges). 3.13.1 Frequency Measurement (V) To measure the frequency in voltage, proceed as follows: Set the switch to and press the button.
The measured value is displayed on the screen. 3.13.3 Frequency Measurement (W) Set the switch to and press the button four times. The Hz symbol is displayed; Select AC or AC+DC by pressing the (yellow) button until the desired choice is reached. Connect the black lead to the COM terminal and the red lead to the "+"...
3.14 MEASUREMENT OF THE LEVEL OF HARMONICS (THD) AND OF THE FREQUENCY OF THE FUNDAMENTAL (NETWORK) The device measures the total harmonic distortion with respect to the fundamental (THD ) and the total harmonic distortion with respect to the true RMS value of the signal (THD ) in voltage and in current.
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...
4.2.2 AC Voltage Measurement Measurement 0.15 to 100.0 to 1000V RMS Range 99.99V 999.9V 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 ±...
Specific Specifications in MAX/MIN mode in Voltage (from 10Hz to 1kHz and from 0.30V): Accuracy: add 1% R to the values of the previous table. Capture of the extreme: approximately 100ms. Specific Specifications in PEAK mode in voltage (from 10Hz to 1kHz): ...
4.2.6 AC+DC Intensity Measurement AC: 1000 to 2000A Measurement 0.15 to 100.0 to DC or PEAK: Range (2) 99.99A 999.9A 1000 to 3000A (1) Specified Measurement 0 to 100% of the measurement range Range Accuracy (2) 1500A ± (1% R+10cts) ±...
4.2.9 Resistance Measurement 0.0 to 1000 to 10.00 to Measurement Range (1) 999.9 9999 99.99k Specified Measurement 1 to 100% of the 0 to 100% of the Range measurement range measurement range Accuracy ± (1% R +3cts) Resolution 0.1 1 10...
Note (1) - Display of O.L or ± O.L - Above 3000kW in single-phase (1000V x 3000A). - Above ±6000kW in REL mode. Note (2) Any applied voltage greater than 1000V causes the emission of an intermittent alarm beep to report a dangerous overload. Note (3) The measurement result may be affected by an instability linked to the current measurement (approximately 0.1A).
Consumed Generated 4.2.13 Active AC+DC Power Measurements Measurement 5 to 10.00 to 100.0 to 1000 to Range (2) (4) 9999W 99.99kW 999.9kW 3000kW (1) Specified 1 to 100% of the 0 to 100% Measurement measurement range of the measurement range Range 1000A 1000A...
Note (1) - Display of OL above 2000kVA in single-phase (1000V x 2000A) Notes (2), (3) and (4) of the previous § apply. 4.2.15 Measurement of Apparent AC+DC Power Measurement 5 to 10.00 to 100.0 to 1000 to Range (2) (4) 9999VA 99.99kVA 999.9kVA...
Quadrant 3: Reactive power Q sign - Quadrant 4: Reactive power Q sign – Note (7) With deformed signals (THD and harmonics), uncertainties are guaranteed since Φ > 30°: Add +1% for 10%<THD<20% Add +3% for 20%<THD<30% Add +5% for 30%<THD<40% 4.2.17 Measurement of Reactive AC+DC Power Measurement 5 to...
Note 8 - Sign of the power factor according to the four-quadrant rule (§4.2.12): Quadrant 1: Power factor PF sign + (inductive system) Cos Φ sign + Quadrant 2: Power factor PF sign - (inductive system) Cos Φ sign - Quadrant 3: Power factor PF sign + (inductive system)
4.2.21 Specifications in THDf Measurement Range 0.0 to 1000% Specified Measurement 0 to 100% Range of the measurement range Accuracy ± (5% R ±2cts) in voltage ± (5% R ±5cts) in current Resolution 0.1% Note : The display is "----" if the input signal is too low (V<8V or I<9A) or if the frequency is less than 5Hz.
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...
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. ...
LIMITED WARRANTY The Model 605 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.