AEMC 501N User manual

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CLAMP-ON METER
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MEDIDORES DE TENAZA
501
503
ESPAÑOL Manual de
Instrucciones
ENGLISH User Manual

Statement of Compliance
Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC®Instruments
certifies that this instrument has been calibrated
using standards and instruments traceable to
international standards.
We guarantee that at the time of shipping your
instrument has met its published specifications.
An NIST traceable certificate may be
requested at the time of purchase, or obtained
by returning the instrument to our repair and
calibration facility, for a nominal charge.
The recommended calibration interval for this
instrument is 12 months and begins on the date
of receipt by the customer. For recalibration,
please use our calibration services. Refer to our
repair and calibration section at www.aemc.com.
Serial #: ________________________________
Catalog #: 2117.21 / 2117.22
Model #: 501/503
Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated:
Date Received: ___________________________
Date Calibration Due: ______________________
Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a AEMC®Instruments
www.aemc.com

2 Clamp-on Meter Models 501 and 503
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ..................................... 4
1.1 International Electrical Symbols...........5
1.2 Receiving Your Shipment.....................5
1.3 Ordering Information ............................5
PRODUCT FEATURES............................. 6
2.1 Model 501 Control Features.................6
2.2 Model 503 Control Features.................7
2.3 LCD Display .........................................8
SPECIFICATIONS ................................... 9
3.1 ElectricalSpecications .......................9
3.1.1 Model 501..................................9
3.1.2 Model 503................................10
3.2 MechanicalSpecications..................11
3.3 EnvironmentalSpecications.............12
3.4 SafetySpecications.........................12
OPERATION.......................................... 13
4.1 Functions............................................13
4.1.1 Data Hold ................................13
4.1.2 Manual Range Mode
(Model 503 only) ...........................13
4.1.3 (Relative) Zero Mode
(Model 503 only) ...........................13
4.1.4 Disabling Auto Power Off
(Model 503 only).................................... 14
4.2 AC Current Measurement ..................14
4.3 AC Volt Measurement ........................15

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4.4 DC Volt Measurement ........................16
4.5 DC Current Measurement (503 only)....17
4.6 Resistance Measurement ..................18
4.7 Continuity Measurement ....................19
4.8 Frequency Measurement
Using Current Input............................20
4.9 Frequency Measuring Using .................
Voltage Input ......................................21
MAINTENANCE..................................... 22
5.1 Warning!.............................................22
5.2 Cleaning.............................................22
5.3 Battery Replacement..........................23
Repair and Calibration........................................24
Technical and Sales Assistance .........................24
Limited Warranty ................................................25
Warranty Repairs................................................25

4 Clamp-on Meter Models 501 and 503
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Warning
● Readtheusermanualbeforeoperatingand
follow all safety information.
● Onlyusethemeterasspeciedinthisuser
manual.
● Neverusethismeteronacircuitwithvolt-
ages greater than 600Vrms @ 50/60Hz.
● Nevermeasurecurrentwhilethetestleads
are connected to the input jacks.
● Donotoperatethemeterifthebodyortest
leads look damaged.
● Checktherotaryrangeswitchandmake
sure it is at the correct position before each
measurement.
● Donotperformresistanceandcontinuity
test on a live circuit.
● Useextremecautionwhenmeasuringlive
systems with voltages greater than 60VDC or
30VAC.
● Useextremecarewhenworkingaroundbus
bars and bare conductors.
● Donotusethemeterinoverrange/overload
conditions (OL).
● Foraccuratereadings,changethebattery
when the symbol appears.

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1.1 International Electrical Symbols
This symbol signies that the instrument is pro-
tected by double or reinforced insulation.
This symbol on the instrument indicates a
WARNING and that the operator must refer to the
user manual for instructions before operating the
instrument.Inthismanual,thesymbolpreceding
instructions indicates that if the instructions are
notfollowed,bodilyinjury,installation/sampleand
product damage may result.
Risk of electric shock. The voltage at the parts
marked with this symbol may be dangerous.
1.2 Receiving Your Shipment
Uponreceiving your shipment, make surethat thecon-
tents are consistent with the packing list. Notify your dis-
tributor of any missing items. If the equipment appears to
bedamaged,leaclaimimmediatelywiththecarrierand
notifyyourdistributoratonce,givingadetaileddescrip-
tion of any damage. Save the damaged packing container
to substantiate your claim.
1.3 Ordering Information
Clamp-on Meter Model 501..................... Cat. #2117.21
Includes meter, pair of test leads (red/black with probe
tips), two 1.5V AAA batteries, soft carrying case and a
user manual.
Clamp-on Meter Model 503..................... Cat. #2117.22
Includes meter, pair of test leads (red/black with probe
tips), two 1.5V AAA batteries, soft carrying case and a
user manual.

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CHAPTER 2
PRODUCT FEATURES
2.1 Model 501 Control Features
MODEL 501
CLAMP METER
VV
A
OFFHz
HOLD
COM
Ω
H
CAT II
600V
!
600V CAT II
300V CAT III 400A
!
IEC 1010
600V CAT II
300V CAT III
POLLUTION DEGREE 2
WARNING
TO AV OID ELECTRIC
SHOCK REMOVE ALL
INPUTS BEFORE
OPENING THE CASE
SIZE AAA 1.5V X 2
PLEASE READ
MANUAL FOR SAFETY
1
2
4
5
67
8
3
9
1. Jaw assembly - Ø 1.18" (28mm)
2. Safety barrier – anti-slip guard
3. Lever for jaw opening/closing
4. Rotary range selector switch
5. LCD display with bargraph
6. COM (Black) input terminal jack
7. Positive (Red) input terminal jack
8. Data hold button (Blue)
9. Battery compartment cover

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2.2 Model 503 Control Features
1. Jaw assembly - Ø 1.18" (28mm)
2. Safety barrier – anti-slip guard
3. Lever for jaw opening/closing
4. Rotary range selector switch
5. LCD display with bargraph
6. COM (Black) input terminal jack
7. Positive (Red) input terminal jack
8. Data hold & ranging button (Blue)
9. DC zero button (Blue)
10. Battery compartment cover

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2.3 LCD Display
0 10 20 30 40
MK Hz
AUTO
V
A
Ω
H
Low Battery
AUTO Auto Range
Manual Range
Data Hold
Continuity
VVoltage Indicator
ACurrent Indicator
AC Inupt
DC Input
Polarity Indicator
Analog Bargraph
MK Hz Frequency Measurement
Zero (Relative)