Chauvin Arnoux AEMC 607 User manual

607
POWER CLAMP-ON METER
User Manual
ENGLISH

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CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE .................................................................................. 7
MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES......................................................................... 8
RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT........................................................................... 8
ORDERING INFORMATION................................................................................ 8
1PRESENTATION .......................................................................................... 9
1.1 ROTARY SWITCH ......................................................................................... 10
1.2 FUNCTION BUTTONS .................................................................................. 11
1.3 DISPLAY......................................................................................................... 12
1.3.1 Display Symbols ........................................................................... 12
1.3.2 Measurement Capacity Exceeded (OL) ........................................ 13
1.4 TERMINALS ................................................................................................... 13
2BUTTONS................................................................................................... 14
2.1 BUTTON ................................................................................................. 14
2.2 (YELLOW) BUTTON (second function) ............................................... 15
2.3 BUTTON ................................................................................................. 15
2.4 BUTTON ................................................................................................. 16
2.5 BUTTON ................................................................................................ 16
2.5.1 Normal Mode ................................................................................ 16
2.5.2 MAX/MIN Mode + HOLD Mode..................................................... 17
2.5.3 True Inrush®Mode ( set switch to ) ................................ 18
2.6 BUTTON................................................................................................ 18
2.6.1 Normal Mode ................................................................................ 19
2.6.2 Harmonic Order Display or +................................. 19
2.6.3 Hz Function + HOLD Mode........................................................... 19
3USE............................................................................................................. 20
3.1 BATTERY INSTALLATION ........................................................................... 20
3.2 TURNING ON THE METER.......................................................................... 20
3.3 TURNING OFF THE METER........................................................................ 20
3.4 CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................... 21
3.4.1 Auto Power Off.............................................................................. 21
3.4.2 Current Threshold for True InRush®............................................. 21
3.4.3 Recording Duration ....................................................................... 22
3.4.4 Erasing Memory............................................................................ 22
3.4.5 Default Configuration .................................................................... 22
3.5 VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT (V) .................................................................. 23
3.6 CONTINUITY TEST ................................................................................. 24
3.7 RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT Ω.............................................................. 25

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3.8 CURRENT MEASUREMENT (A) ................................................................. 25
3.8.1 AC Measurement .......................................................................... 25
3.8.2 DC or AC+DC Measurement ........................................................ 26
3.9 CURRENT OR OVERCURRENT (True InRush®) MEASUREMENT ........ 28
3.10 POWER MEASUREMENTS W, VA, var AND PF ....................................... 30
3.10.1 Single-Phase Power Measurement............................................... 30
3.10.2 Balanced 3-Phase Power Measurement....................................... 31
3.10.3 Four Quadrant Diagram ................................................................ 32
3.11 ENERGY METERING MEASUREMENT ..................................................... 33
3.12 FREQUENCY MEASUREMENT (Hz) .......................................................... 36
3.12.1 Frequency Measurement (V) ........................................................ 36
3.12.2 Frequency Measurement (A) ........................................................ 37
3.13 THD AND DISPLAY OF HARMONICS ORDER ......................................... 37
3.13.1 THD (V)......................................................................................... 37
3.13.2 THD (A)......................................................................................... 38
3.13.3 Individual Harmonics & Frequency Of Fundamental..................... 39
3.14 RECORDING MEASUREMENTS ................................................................ 40
3.15 CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER............................................................... 40
3.15.1 Bluetooth Connection.................................................................... 40
3.15.2 Pairing the Instrument to the Computer ........................................ 41
3.16 TURNING BLUETOOTH ON/OFF................................................................ 41
3.17 RECORDING DATA ...................................................................................... 42
3.17.1 Starting a Recording Session........................................................ 42
3.17.2 Stopping a Recording Session...................................................... 42
3.18 DOWNLOADING RECORDED DATA.......................................................... 42
3.19 ERASING DATA FROM MEMORY .............................................................. 42
3.20 DATA STORAGE ........................................................................................... 43
3.20.1 Trend Measurements.................................................................... 43
3.20.2 Recording with Memory Cleared................................................... 43
3.20.3 Recording with a Partial or Full Memory ....................................... 43
3.20.4 Memory Filled During Recording Session..................................... 43
3.21 DATAVIEW®SOFTWARE INSTALLATION..................................................43
3.22OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL ............................................................. 44
3.23USING THE CONTROL PANEL ................................................................... 44
4SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................... 45
4.1 REFERENCE CONDITIONS ........................................................................ 45
4.2 SPECIFICATIONS UNDER THE REFERENCE CONDITIONS................. 45
4.2.1 DC Voltage Measurement............................................................. 45
4.2.2 AC Voltage Measurement............................................................. 46
4.2.3 AC+DC Voltage Measurement...................................................... 46
4.2.4 DC Current Measurement............................................................. 47
4.2.5 AC Current Measurement ............................................................. 47
4.2.6 AC+DC Intensity Measurement .................................................... 48
4.2.7 True InRush®Measurement.......................................................... 48
4.2.8 Crest Factor (CF) Calculation ....................................................... 49
4.2.9 RIPPLE in DC Calculation............................................................. 49
4.2.10 Continuity Measurement ............................................................... 49
4.2.11 Resistance Measurement ............................................................. 49
4.2.12 Active DC Power Measurement .................................................... 50

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4.2.13 Active AC Power Measurement .................................................... 50
4.2.14 Active AC+DC Power Measurement............................................. 52
4.2.15 Apparent AC Power Measurement ............................................... 52
4.2.16 Apparent AC+DC Power Measurement ........................................ 53
4.2.17 Reactive AC Power Measurement ................................................ 53
4.2.18 Reactive AC+DC Power Measurement......................................... 54
4.2.19 Power Factor (PF) Calculation...................................................... 54
4.2.20 Displacement Power Factor (DPF) Calculation............................. 55
4.2.21 Frequency Measurements ............................................................ 55
4.2.22 THDr Specifications ...................................................................... 56
4.2.23 THDf Specifications ...................................................................... 56
4.2.24 Harmonic Measurement Specifications......................................... 56
4.3 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ............................................................... 57
4.4 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................... 57
4.5 POWER SUPPLY .......................................................................................... 57
4.6 COMPLIANCE WITH INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS ............................. 57
4.7 ENVIRONMENTAL VARIATIONS ................................................................ 58
5MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................... 59
5.1 WARNING: ..................................................................................................... 59
5.2 CLEANING ..................................................................................................... 59
5.3 BATTERY REPLACEMENT.......................................................................... 59
6REPAIR AND CALIBRATION .................................................................... 60
7TECHNICAL AND SALES ASSISTANCE .................................................. 60
8LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................ 61
9WARRANTY REPAIRS .............................................................................. 61

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Thank you for purchasing the Clamp-on Meter Model 607.
For best results from your instrument and for your safety, read the following
operating instructions carefully and comply with the precautions for use. This
instrument must be only used by qualified and trained users.
Symbols used on the instrument
CAUTION - Risk of Danger! Indicates a WARNING. Refer to this user
manual for instructions before operating the instrument in all cases where
this symbol is marked.
Risk of electric shock. The voltage at the parts marked with this symbol may
be dangerous.
Refers to a type A current sensor. This symbol signifies that application
around and removal from HAZARDOUS LIVE conductors is permitted.
1.5 V battery.
Indicates compliance with European directives.
Double insulation or reinforced insulation.
In the European Union, this product is subject to a separate collection
system for recycling electrical and electronic components In accordance
with directive WEEE 2002/96/EC.
AC – Alternating current.
AC and DC – Alternating and direct current.
Ground/Earth.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
This instrument complies with safety standards IEC-61010-1 and 61010-2-032
for voltages of 1000V in category IV at an altitude of less than 6500’ (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.
The operator and/or the responsible authority must carefully read and clearly
understand the various precautions to be taken in use.
If this instrument is used other than as specified, the protection it provides
may be compromised, thereby endangering you.
Do not use the instrument in an explosive atmosphere or in the presence of
flammable gases or fumes.
Do not use the instrument on networks of which the voltage or category
exceeds those mentioned.
Do not exceed the rated maximum voltages and currents between terminals
or with respect to earth.
Do not use the instrument if it appears to be damaged, incomplete, or not
properly closed.
Before each use, check the condition of the insulation on the leads, housing,
and accessories. Any element of which the insulation is deteriorated (even
partially) must be set aside for repair or scrapped.
Use leads and accessories rated for voltages and categories at least equal
to those of the instrument. If not, an accessory of a lower category lowers
the category of the combined clamp + accessory to that of the accessory.
Observe the environmental conditions of use.
Do not modify the instrument and only use factory replacement parts.
Repairs and adjustments must be done by approved qualified personnel.
Replace the batteries as soon as the symbol appears on the display of
the unit. Disconnect all leads before opening the battery compartment cover.
Use personal protective equipment when conditions require.
Keep your hands away from the unused terminals of the instrument.
When handling the test probes, alligator clips, and clamp ammeters, keep
your fingers behind the physical guard.
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.

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MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES
Definitions of the measurement categories:
CAT IV: Circuits supplying the low-voltage installation of the building.
Example: power lines, meters, and protection devices.
CAT III: Power supply circuits in the installation of the building.
Example: distribution panel, circuit-breakers, fixed industrial machines or
devices.
CAT II: Circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation.
Example: power supply to household electrical appliances and portable tools.
RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT
Upon receiving your shipment, make sure that the contents are consistent with
the packing list. Notify your distributor of any missing items. If the equipment
appears to be damaged, file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify your
distributor at once, giving a detailed description of any damage. Save the
damaged packing container to substantiate your claim.
ORDERING INFORMATION
Clamp-on Meter Model 607 .......................................................... Cat. #2139.61
Includes set of 2 color-coded silicone insulated test leads, test probes and alligator clips,
hard carrying case, 4x1.5V AA batteries, Bluetooth adapter, safety information sheet and a
USB drive containing product user manual and DataView®software.
Replacement Parts:
Hard Carrying Case......................................................................... Cat. #2139.73
Set of 2 Color-coded Silicone Test Leads, Test Probes
and Alligator Clips ........................................................................... Cat. #2152.05
Set of 2 Color-coded Silicone Test Leads (Red/Black) 5’................ Cat. #2152.15
Clip – Safety Alligator - Black .......................................................... Cat. #2140.53
Clip – Safety Alligator - Red ............................................................ Cat. #2140.52
Black Test Probe ............................................................................. Cat. #5000.30
Red Test Probe ............................................................................... Cat. #5000.31

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1 PRESENTATION
The Clamp-on Meter Model 607 is a 10,000-count professional electrical
measuring instrument that combines the following functions:
Current measurement
InRush current / overcurrent (True InRush®) measurement
Voltage measurement
Frequency measurement
Harmonic distortion (THD) measurement
Harmonic rank value (A and V) up to the 25th
Continuity test with buzzer
Resistance measurement
Power (W, VA, var and PF) and Energy measurements
Crest Factor (CF), the Displacement Power Factor (DPF) and RIPPLE
measurement
Recording of data in memory; wireless transfer via Bluetooth to a PC
Item Description See §
1 Jaws with centering marks 3.5 to
3.13
2 Physical guard -
3 Rotary function switch 1.1
4 Function buttons 2
5 Backlit display 1.3
6 Input terminals 1.4
7 Trigger for opening jaws -
Figure 1: Clamp-on Meter Model 607

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1.1 ROTARY SWITCH
The rotary switch has five positions. To access the , , , functions,
set the switch to the desired function. The functions are described in the table
below.
Figure 2: Function Rotary Switch
Item Function See §
1 OFF mode – Turns the clamp-on meter off 3.3
2 AC, DC, AC+DC voltage measurement (V) 3.5
3 Continuity test
Resistance measurement Ω
3.6
3.7
4 AC, DC, AC+DC current measurement (A) 3.8
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Power measurements (W, var, VA) AC, DC, AC+ DC
Power factor (PF), displacement power factor (DPF),
and energy calculation
3.10
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1.2 FUNCTION BUTTONS
1 2 3
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Figure 3: Function Buttons
Item Function See §
1 Holds the last value on the display
Zero correction ADC/AAC+DC/WDC/WAC+DC
2.1
3.8.2
2
Selects the type of measurement and configuration
functions (AC, DC, AC+DC)
Selection of single-phase or 3-phase measurement
2.2
3
Enables/disables display backlighting
Scrolls up the of orders of harmonics or of pages of
results in W, MAX/MIN/PEAK
Enables/disables Bluetooth wireless transfer (in
combination with 6 below))
2.3
4 Enables/disables the MAX/MIN/PEAK mode
Enables/disables the True InRush®mode in A 2.5
5
Measures frequency (Hz), total harmonic distortion
(THD), and orders of harmonics
Enables/disables the energy metering mode
2.6
6
Scrolls down the orders of harmonics or of pages of
results in W, MAX/MIN/PEAK
Enables/disables recording of current data in memory
Enables/disables Bluetooth wireless transfer (in
combination with 3)
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1.3 DISPLAY
Figure 4: Display
Item
Function
See §
1
Low battery indication
5.2
2
Type of measurement (AC or DC)
2.2
3
Active measurement value and unit display
3.5 to 3.13
4
Display of the MAX/MIN/PEAK modes
3.10
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Mode selection display
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Display Symbols1.3.1
Symbol
Description
AC
Alternating current or voltage
DC
Direct current or voltage
AC+DC
Alternating and direct current
Storage of the values and display hold
RMS
RMS value
Max
Maximum DC or RMS value
Min
Minimum DC or RMS value
AVG
Mean RMS value
PEAK+
Maximum peak value
PEAK-
Minimum peak value
Balanced total 3-phase power measurement
V
Volt
Hz
Hertz
W
Active power
A
Ampere
%
Percentage
Ω
Ohm
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m
Milli- prefix
k
Kilo- prefix
var
Reactive power
VA
Apparent power
PF
Power factor
DPF
Displacement power factor (cos φ)
CF
Crest factor
RIPPLE
Ripple (in DC)
THDf
Total harmonic distortion with respect to the fundamental
THDr
Total harmonic distortion with respect to the true RMS value of
the signal
REC
Recording in memory
Bluetooth wireless communication
Continuity test
Auto power off disabled
Low battery indicator
Measurement Capacity Exceeded (OL)1.3.2
The OL (Over Load) symbol is displayed when the display capacity is exceeded.
1.4 TERMINALS
The terminals are used as follows:
1 2
Figure 5: Terminals
Item
Function
1
COM (black) Input Terminal Jack
2
+Positive (red) Input Terminal Jack

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2 BUTTONS
The buttons respond differently to short, long, and sustained presses.
In this section, the icon represents the possible positions of the switch for the
button’s functionality.
2.1 BUTTON
This button is used to:
Store and look up the last values acquired specific to each function (V, A, Ω,
W) according to the specific modes previously activated (MAX/MIN/PEAK,
Hz, THD). The present display is then maintained while the detection and
acquisition of new values continues.
Perform automatic zero correction in ADC/AC+DC and WDC/AC+DC (see § 3.9.2).
Successive
presses on
Function
First press: Holds the last value displayed
Second press: Returns to normal display mode (the
value of each new measurement is displayed)
long
(> 2 sec)
ADC
AAC+DC
WDC
WAC+DC
Performs automatic zero correction (see 3.9.2)
NOTE: This mode operates if the MAX/MIN/PEAK or
HOLD modes (short press) are first de activated
See § 2.5.3 and § 2.6.3 for the button functionality in combination with the
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2.2 (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 configuration mode (see §
3.4).
NOTE:This button is invalid in the MAX/MIN/PEAK and HOLD modes.
Successive
presses on
Function
short
Selects AC, DC or AC+DC. Depending on your
choice, the screen displays AC, DC or AC+DC.
Toggles between continuity and Ohm Ω
modes.
long (>2 sec)
Displays the total 3-phase power of a balanced
system ( is displayed). Press again to
return to the display of the single-phase power
( is off).
2.3 BUTTON
This button is used to:
Scroll up through the order of harmonics or successive pages
Activate the backlighting
Activate the Bluetooth function
Successive
presses on Function
short
Scrolls through the various pages of
measurement results, depending on the function
and possibly the active mode (MAX/MIN/PEAK
or THD/Harmonics)
long (> 2 sec)
Enables/disables the backlighting of the display
NOTE: The backlight turns off automatically
after 2 minutes
combined with the
button
- Activates Bluetooth wireless communication
- The symbol is displayed
NOTE: Activation of Bluetooth mode
automatically stops the recording of the data

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2.4 BUTTON
This button is used to:
Scroll down through the orders of harmonics or successive pages
Activate data recording
Activate the Bluetooth function
Successive
presses on
Function
short
- Scrolls through the various pages of
measurement results, depending on the
function and possibly the active mode
(MAX/MIN/PEAK or THD/Harmonics)
long (> 2 sec)
- Enables/disables the recording of the data
- The REC symbol is then displayed
NOTE: When the recording memory is full, the
REC symbol flashes
combined with the
button
- Activates Bluetooth wireless communication
- The symbol is displayed
NOTE: Activation of Bluetooth mode
automatically stops the recording of the data
2.5 BUTTON
Normal Mode2.5.1
This button activates the detection of the MAX, MIN, PEAK+, PEAK- or AVG 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.
NOTE:In this mode, the Auto Power Off function of the device is automatically
disabled. The symbol is displayed on the screen.

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Successive presses on
Function
short
First press: Activates detection of the
MAX/MIN/AVG and PEAK values and
displays MAX/AVG and MIN values.
Second press: Displays the PEAK+,
AVG, and PEAK- values (on a second
screen).
Third press:
Displays MAX/AVG and MIN
values without exiting from the mode (the
values already detected are not erased).
NOTE: Depending on the mode, AC or
DC, the crest factor (CF), harmonics,
frequency, and RIPPLE are also available.
- Activates the detection of MAX/MIN/
AVG values
- Displays the MAX, MIN and AVG value
successively.
- Returns to the display of the present
measurement without exiting from the
mode (the values already detected are
not erased).
long (> 2 sec)
- Exits the MAX/MIN/PEAK mode. The
values previously recorded are then
erased.
NOTE:If the HOLD function is enabled, it
is not possible to exit from the
MAX/MIN/PEAK mode. The HOLD
function must first be disabled first.
MAX/MIN Mode + HOLD Mode2.5.2
Successive presses on
Function
short
- Displays the MAX, AVG, MIN and PEAK+,
AVG, PEAK- values detected before the
button was pressed.
- 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.

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True InRush®Mode ( set switch to )2.5.3
This button allows measurement of the True InRush®current (starting current, or
overcurrent in steady-state operation) for AC or DC current only (not operational
in AC+DC).
Successive presses on
Function
long (>2 sec)
- First press: Enters the True InRush®
mode
- "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 (backlighting turns off)
- After detection and acquisition, the
InRush current measurement is
displayed, after the calculations stage
"------" (backlighting off)
NOTE:The A symbol flashes to indicate
"surveillance" of the signal
- Second press: Exits the True InRush®
mode (returns to simple current
measurement)
short (<2 sec)
Note: A short press
is functional only if a
True
InRush value has been
detected.
- Displays the PEAK+ value of the current
- Displays the PEAK- value of the current
- Displays the RMS True InRush®current
NOTE:The A symbol is displayed during
this sequence
2.6 BUTTON
This button is used to display the frequency measurements of a signal, of power,
of the levels and orders of harmonics.
NOTE:This button is not functional in the DC mode.

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Normal Mode2.6.1
Successive
presses on Function
short
Displays:
- The frequency of the signal, the RMS
measurement, and the DC component.
- The crest factor CF, the RMS measurement,
and the DC component.
long (>2 sec)
- Enters or exits the THD calculation and
display mode.
- Displays the THDf, the THDr, and the RMS
value.
- The and buttons are used to display
each order of harmonic (25 orders, from h01
to h25), with the associated harmonic
distortion (with respect to the fundamental)
and the RMS value of order hxx.
- NOTE: Order hdC (displayed in the DC and
AC+DC modes) is the DC component; order
h01 is the fundamental.
- Starts/Stops the energy metering mode.
- Displays the various energy parameters.
- The and buttons are used to display
the status and energy metering measurement
results pages.
Harmonic Order Display or +2.6.2
Successive
presses on
Function
short
- First press: Displays the frequency of the
harmonic order previously selected using the
or buttons, instead of order hxx.
- Second press: Restores the display of order
(hxx or hdC).
Hz Function + HOLD Mode2.6.3
Successive
presses on
Function
short
- Stores and displays the frequency with the
RMS value and the DC component, then on
a 2nd consecutive page, the crest factor CF.
- NOTE: The values displayed are those
measured before the button is pressed.

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3 USE
3.1 BATTERY INSTALLATION
Insert the batteries supplied with the device as follows:
1. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the battery compartment cover (item 1) from
the back of the housing.
2. Insert the 4x1.5V AA batteries supplied (item 2), observing polarities.
3. Close the battery compartment cover and screw it onto the housing.
Figure 6 : Battery Compartment
3.2 TURNING ON THE INSTUMENT
With the rotary switch set in the OFF position, turn the switch to the desired
function. The display lights (all symbols) for a few seconds (see §1.3), then
the selected function screen is displayed.
The clamp-on meter is now ready to make measurements.
3.3 TURNING OFF THE INSTUMENT
The clamp-on meter can be turned off in two ways:
Manually - Turn the switch to the OFF position.
Automatically - After ten minutes with no activity, the instrument will turn
OFF. Thirty (30) seconds before the device is switched off, an audible signal
sounds intermittently. To re-activate the device, press any button or turn the
rotary switch.
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