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- Page 1 CLAMP MULTIMETER F601 EN G LI S H User’s manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS PRESENTATION ......................7 THE SWITCH ........................8 THE KEYS OF THE KEYPAD ..................9 THE DISPLAY UNIT ....................... 10 1.3.1 The symbols of the display unit ..............10 1.3.2 Measurement capacity exceeded (O.L) ............11 THE TERMINALS ......................11 THE KEYS ......................... - Page 3 3.11.1 Frequency measurement in voltage.............. 24 3.11.2 Frequency measurement in current.............. 25 3.12 TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT ................26 3.12.1 Measurement without external sensor ............26 3.12.2 Measurement with external sensor ............... 26 CHARACTERISTICS....................27 REFERENCE CONDITIONS ..................27 CHARACTERISTICS UNDER THE REFERENCE CONDITIONS......27 4.2.1 DC voltage measurement ................
- Page 4 You have just acquired an F601 clamp multimeter and we thank you. For best results from your device : read this user manual attentively, • observe the precautions for its use. • Meanings of the s ymbols us ed on the devic e Danger.
- Page 5 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE This device complies with safety standards IEC-61010-1 and 61010-2-032 for voltages of 1,000V 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 6 As a safety measure, and to avoid repeated overloads on the inputs of the device, we recommend performing configuration operations only when the device is disconnected from all dangerous voltages. MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES Definitions of the measurement categories : CAT II: Circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation. Example: power supply to household electrical appliances and portable tools.
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Page 7: Presentation
PRESENTATION The F601 is a 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; Resistance measurement; Diode test;... -
Page 8: The Switch
THE SWITCH The switch has five positions. To access the , functions, set the switch to the desired function. Each setting is confirmed by an audible signal. The functions are described in the table below. Figure 2 : the switch Item Function See §... -
Page 9: The Keys Of The Keypad
THE KEYS OF THE KEYPAD Here are the five keys of the keypad : Figure 3 : the keys of the keypad Item Function See § Storage of values, disabling of display Compensation of the resistance of the leads in the 3.6.1 continuity and ohmmeter function Selection of the type of measurement (AC, DC) -
Page 10: The Display Unit
THE DISPLAY UNIT Here is the display unit of the clamp multimeter: Figure 4 : the display unit Item Function See § Display of the modes selected (keys) Display of the measurement value and unit 3.12 Display of the MAX/MIN modes Type of measurement (AC or DC) Display of the selected modes (switch) Spent battery indication... -
Page 11: Measurement Capacity Exceeded (O.l)
Hertz Ampere Ω Milli- prefix Kilo- prefix Compensation of the resistance of the leads Continuity test Diode test Permanent display (automatic switching off de-activated) Spent battery indicator 1.3.2 Measurement capacity exceeded (O.L) The O.L (Over Load) symbol is displayed when the display capacity is exceeded. THE TERMINALS The terminals are used as follows: Figure 5 : the terminals... -
Page 12: The Keys
2 THE KEYS The keys of the keypad respond differently to short, long, and sustained presses. In this section, the icon represents the possible positions of the switch for which the key concerned has some action. This key is used to: store and look up the last values acquired specific to each function (V, A, Ω, ... -
Page 13: Key
Successive … serve presses on -to select AC or DC. Depending on your choice, the screen displays AC or DC -to cycle through the Ω and diode test modes and to return to the continuity test -to select °C or °F as the unit This key is used to backlight the display unit. -
Page 14: Key
2.4.1 In the normal mode This key activates 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. in this mode, the "automatic switching off" function of the device is R emark : automatically de-activated. - Page 15 Successive …serves presses on to enter the True-INRUSH mode long (>2 sec) -"Inrh" is displayed for 3s (the backlighting blinks) -the triggering threshold is displayed for 5s (the backlighting is steady); -"------" is displayed and the "A" symbol flashes -after detection and acquisition, the inrush current measurement is displayed, after the calculations stage "------"...
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Page 16: Key
This key is used to display the frequency measurements of a signal. Remark : this key is not working in DC mode. 2.5.1 The Hz function in the normal model Successive …serves presses on to display: -the frequency of the signal measured -the present voltage (V) or current (A) measurement 2.5.2... -
Page 17: Use
3 USE COMMISSIONING Insert the batteries supplied with the device as follows: Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screw of the battery compartment cover (item 1) on the back of the housing and open it. Place the 4 batteries in the compartment (item 2), taking care to get the polarities right. -
Page 18: Switching The Clamp Multimeter
SWITCHING THE CLAMP MULTIMETER The clamp multimeter can be switched off either manually, by setting the switch to OFF, or automatically, after ten minutes with no action on the switch and/or the keys. Thirty (30) seconds before the device is switched off, an audible signal sounds intermittently. -
Page 19: Programming Of The Current Threshold For The True Inrush Measurement
3.4.3 Programming of the current threshold for the True INRUSH measurement To program the triggering current threshold of the True INRUSH measurement: 1. in the OFF position, hold the key down while turning the switch to , until the "full screen" display ends and a beep is emitted, to enter the configuration mode. -
Page 20: Default Configuration
3.4.5 Default configuration To reset the clamp to its default parameters (factory configuration): In the OFF position, hold the key down while turning the switch to , until the "full screen" display ends and a beep is emitted, to enter the configuration mode. -
Page 21: Continuity Test
CONTINUITY TEST Warning : Before performing the test, make sure that the circuit is off and any 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 «+». Place the test probes or the crocodile clips on the terminals of the circuit or component to be tested. -
Page 22: Resistance Measurement Ω
RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT Ω Warning : Before making a resistance measurement, make sure that the circuit is cold and any capacitors have been discharged. Set the switch to and press the key. The Ω symbol is displayed; Connect the black lead to the COM terminal and the red lead to « + »; Place the test probes or the crocodile clips on the terminals of the circuit or component to be measured ;... -
Page 23: Current Measurement (A)
The measured value is displayed on the screen. CURRENT MEASUREMENT (A) The jaws are opened by pressing the trigger on the body of the device. The arrow on the jaws of the clamp (see the diagram below) must point in the presumed direction of flow of the current, from the generator to the load. -
Page 24: Frequency Measurement (Hz)
3.10 STARTING CURRENT OR OVERCURRENT (TRUE INRUSH) MEASUREMENT To measure a starting current or overcurrent, proceed as follows: Set the switch to then encircle only the conductor concerned with the clamp. Effect a long press on the key. The InRh symbol is displayed, then the triggering threshold. -
Page 25: Frequency Measurement In Current
The measured value is displayed on the screen. 3.11.2 Frequency measurement in current Set the switch to and press the key. The Hz symbol is displayed. Encircle only the conductor concerned with the clamp. The measured value is displayed on the screen. -
Page 26: Temperature Measurement
3.12 TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT 3.12.1 Measurement without external sensor Set the switch to The temperature displayed (blinking) is the internal temperature of the device, 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 27: Characteristics
4 CHARACTERISTICS 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: 45–65Hz Sine wave: pure Peak factor of the applied alternating signal: √2 Position of the conductor in the clamp: centred Adjacent conductors: none... -
Page 28: Ac Voltage Measurement
Note (1) Above 1000V, a repetitive beep indicates that the voltage being measured is greater than the safety voltage for which the device is guaranteed. 4.2.2 AC voltage measurement Measurement 0.15 V to 100.0 V to 1000 V RMS range 99.99 V 999.9 V 1400 V peak (1) -
Page 29: True-Inrush Measurement
Note (2) Any value between zero and the min. threshold of the measurement range (0.15A) is forced to “----“ on the display. Residual current at zero <150mA. Specific characteristics in MAX/MIN mode (from 10Hz to 1kHz in AC, from 0,30A): •... -
Page 30: Diode Test
The "-" and "+" signs are not managed. Specific characteristics in MAX/MIN mode: • Uncertainties: add 1% R to the values of the table above. • Capture time of the extrema: approximately 100ms. 4.2.7 Diode test Measurement range 0.000 V to 3.199 V DC Specified measurement range 1 to 100% of the measurement range Uncertainties... -
Page 31: Temperature Measurement
Specific characteristics in MAX/MIN mode MAX-MIN (from 10Hz to 5kHz in voltage and from 10Hz to 1kHz in current): • Uncertainties: add 1% R to the values of the table above. • Capture time of the extrema: approximately 100ms. 4.2.9 Temperature measurement Function External temperature... -
Page 32: Characteristics Of Construction
CHARACTERISTICS OF CONSTRUCTION Housing: Rigid polycarbonate shell with moulded elastomer covering Polycarbonate Jaws: Opening: 60 mm Clamping diameter: 60 mm LCD display unit Screen: Blue backlighting Dimension: 41 x 48 mm Dimension: H-296 x W-111 x D-41mm Weight: 640g (with the batteries) POWER SUPPLY Batteries: 4x1,5V LR6... -
Page 33: Variations In The Domain Of Use
VARIATIONS IN THE DOMAIN OF USE Influence Quantity of Range of Quantity influence influence influenced Typical V AC 0,1%R/10°C V DC 0,1%R/10°C 0,5%R/10°C + 2 ct Temperature -20...+55°C 1%R/10°C * 1,5%R/10°C + 2ct * T°C (0,2%R+1°C)/10°C (0,3%R+2°C)/10°C 0,1%R/10°C + 2ct 0,1%R/10°C + 3ct Hz Ω... -
Page 34: Maintenance
This instrument should be checked at least once a year. For checks and calibrations, contact one of our accredited metrology laboratories (information and contact details available on request), at our Chauvin Arnoux subsidiary or the branch in your country. REPAIR For all repairs before or after expiry of warranty, please return the device to your distributor. -
Page 35: Warranty
Damage caused by shocks, falls, or floods. • 7 DELIVERY CONDITION The F601 clamp multimeter is delivered in its packaging box with : 2 banana-banana leads, one red and one black • 2 test probes, one red and one black •... - Page 36 Tel: 01 61 61 961-0 - Fax: 01 61 61 961-61 Tel: (01) 89 04 25 - Fax: (01) 89 04 24 SCANDINAVIA - CA Mätsystem AB USA - Chauvin Arnoux Inc - d.b.a AEMC Instruments 200 Foxborough Blvd. - Foxborough - MA 02035 Sjöflygvägen 35 - SE 18304 TÄBY...