Chauvin Arnoux F 62 User manual

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User’s manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Libretto d’Istruzioni
Manual de Instrucciones
FRANÇAIS
ENGLISH
DEUTSCH
ITALIANO
ESPANOL
 Pince Multimètre - Courants de fuites
 Leakage Clamp-on Meter
 Multimeter und Fehlerstrom-Messzange
 Pinza Multimetro - Correnti di fuga
 Pinza Multímetro - Corrientes de fugas

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS .........................19
1.1. Precautions and safety measures ..............19
1.1.1. Before use...............................................19
1.1.2. While in use.............................................20
1.1.3. Symbols ..................................................20
1.1.4. Instructions..............................................20
1.1.5. Maintenance............................................20
1.2. Warranty ....................................................21
1.3. Maintenance ..............................................21
1.4. Unpacking - Repacking ..............................21
2. DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTRUMENT .......22
2.1. Description of the front and rear panels .....22
2.2. Description of the display unit ....................23
3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION............................24
3.1. Preparation for use.....................................24
3.1.1. Power supply...........................................24
3.1.2. Installation and replacement of the batteries
24
3.2. Automatic ranges .......................................24
3.3. MAXIMUM value (MAX) .............................24
3.4. Hold mode (HOLD) ....................................24
3.5. Relative values (ZERO).............................. 25
3.6. 50-60Hz filter..............................................25
3.7. Automatic shut-off (instrument) ..................25
3.8. Backlighting................................................25
4. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION......................25
4.1. Alternating current measurement (A range)25
4.2. Leakage current measurement (mA range) 27
4.3. AC and DC voltage measurements ............28
4.4. Resistance measurement...........................28
4.5. Audible continuity test ................................29
4.6. Frequency measurement (Hz)....................30
5. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................31
5.1. General ......................................................31
5.2. Characteristics ...........................................31
5.2.1. AC current (automatic ranges) ................31
5.2.2. mAC current (automatic ranges) .............31
5.2.3. AC voltage (automatic ranges) ................31
5.2.4. DC voltage (automatic ranges)................31
5.2.5. Resistance (Ω) and continuity .................32
5.2.6. Frequency (automatic ranges).................32
5.2.7. Safety ...................................................32
5.2.8. General information.................................32
5.3. Environment...............................................33
5.3.1. Temperature............................................33
5.3.2. EMC ...................................................33
5.4. To order .....................................................33

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1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1.1. Precautions and safety measures
1.1.1.Before use
You have just bought a clamp-on leakage meter. Thank
you for your confidence.
This clamp-on meter complies with the IEC 61010 safety
standard for electronic measuring instruments. For your
own safety, and that of the instrument, it is best to follow
the instructions given in this manual.
∗This instrument can be used for measurements on
circuits in installation category III, in a pollution level
2 environment, with voltages not exceeding 600V
with respect to ground.
∗Definitions of the installation categories
(cf. IEC publication 61664):
CAT I: CAT I circuits are circuits protected by devices
that limit transient over voltages to a low level.
Example: protected electronic circuits.
CAT II: CAT II circuits are power supply circuits for
household appliances and similar devices, in which
moderate transient over voltages are possible.
Example: power supplies of household appliances and
portable tools
CAT III: CAT III circuits are power supply circuits for
high-power devices in which large transient over
voltages are possible.
Example: power supplies of industrial machines and
devices
CAT IV: CAT IV circuits are circuits in which very large
transient over voltages are possible.
Example: power feeders
For your safety, use only cords complying with the IEC
61010 standard. Before each use, check that they are in
perfect working condition.

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1.1.2.While in use
• Never exceed the maximum safe values indicated in
the specifications for each type of measurement.
• When the clamp-on meter is connected to the
measuring circuits, do not touch any unused
terminal.
• Before changing functions, disconnect the
measuring cords from the circuit being measured.
• Never perform resistance measurements on a live
circuit.
1.1.3.Symbols
Se reporter à la notice de fonctionnement
Risque de choc électrique
Isolation double
1.1.4.Instructions
- Before opening the instrument,
you must disconnect it from the measuring circuits
and check that you are not charged with static
electricity, which could destroy internal components.
- A "qualified person" is someone familiar with the
installation, construction, use, and hazards. He/she
is authorized to start up and shut down the
installation and equipment, in conformity with the
safety rules.
1.1.5.Maintenance
Clean the instrument with a damp cloth and soap. Do not
use abrasive substances or solvents.
Refer to the operating manual
Risk of electric shock
Double insulation

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1.2. Warranty
This equipment is warranted against defects in materials
and workmanship, in conformity with the general
conditions of sale.
During the warranty period, the instrument may be
repaired only by the maker, who shall be free to decide
whether to repair or to replace all or part of the
instrument. If the equipment is returned to the maker,
the cost of transport to the maker's is borne by the
customer.
The warranty does not cover the following cases:
1. improper use of the hardware or use in association
with incompatible equipment;
2. modification of the equipment without the explicit
authorization of the maker's technical staff;
3. work done by a person not approved by the maker;
4. adaptation to a particular application not anticipated
in the definition of the equipment or in the operating
instructions;
5. impact, fall, or flood.
The contents of this manual may not be reproduced in
any form without our permission.
Note : warranty does not cover the magnetic head
gap.
1.3. Maintenance
Information and contact details:
Tel: [phone] Fax [phone]
1.4. Unpacking - Repacking
All of the equipment has been checked mechanically
and electrically before shipping. Every precaution has
been taken to ensure that the instrument reaches you
undamaged. It is wise to check it promptly in order to
detect any deterioration that may have occurred during
transport. If any deterioration is found, state your
reservations to the carrier.
Attention! For reshipment, it is best to use the original
packaging and state the reasons for returning the equipment
as clearly as possible in a note enclosed with it.

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WARNING
POLLUTION DEGREE 2
IEC 1010 600V CAT I II
OPENINGTHECASE.
REMOVEALL
TOAVOIDELECTRICSHOCK
INPUTSBEFORE
SIZEAAA1.5VX2
WARNING
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2. DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTRUMENT
2.1. Description of the front and rear panels
1 Jaws
2 Protective guard
3 Trigger
4 MAX function
5 Backlighting function
6 Display unit
7 COM input terminals
8 HOLD function / 50-60Hz filter
9 Switch
10 Display reset (zero) key
11 + Input terminals
12 Battery well

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2.2. Description of the display unit
Batteries low
AUTO Automatic range
MAX Maximum value display
HOLD Hold mode display
ZERO Relative Measurement displayed
Continuity measurement
VVoltage measurement
A Current measurement
…Hz Frequency measurement
50-60 Hz Fundamental filter active
WIDE Measurement over whole pass band
Automatic shut-off activated
Alternating current / voltage
50/60Hz
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3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
3.1. Preparation for use
3.1.1.Power supply
Batteries: AAA or LR03, 1.5 V (two)
Battery life: 45 hours (alkaline batteries).
3.1.2.Installation and replacement of the batteries
1. is displayed when the voltage delivered by
the batteries is below the operating voltage.
2. Before replacing the batteries, set the switch to
"OFF", disconnect the measuring cords, and
disconnect the clamp from the circuit being
measured.
3. Loosen the screw and open the cover of the
battery compartment with a screwdriver.
4. Replace the used batteries with two new 1.5V
LR03 batteries.
5. Put the cover back in place and tighten the
attachment screw.
3.2. Automatic ranges
Range selection is automatic for all functions. The AUTO
symbol on the display indicates this operating mode.
3.3. MAXIMUM value (MAX)
In the AC current and AC&DC voltage measurement
modes, the largest value can be measured simply by
pressing the "MAX" button. The MAX symbol then
appears on the screen.
The acquisition time is 100ms.
To deactivate this function, press the "MAX" button
again.
3.4. Hold mode (HOLD)
The value displayed can be frozen simply by pressing
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displayed on the screen. To deactivate this function,
press the "HOLD" button again.
3.5. Relative values (ZERO)
It is possible to compare two values, in any function
except frequency measurement, simply by pressing the
"ZERO" button.
When the first value is displayed on the screen, press
the ZERO button.
The ZERO symbol then appears on the screen and the
display unit indicates the value zero.
Make your second measurement. The display unit then
indicates the difference between the second value and
the first value.
To deactivate this function, press the "ZERO" button
again.
This function can be used to compare two voltage
measurements (e.g. to determine a voltage drop) or to
correct for the resistance of the cords when making a
resistance measurement.
3.6. 50-60Hz filter
It is possible to filter the signal (when making a current
measurement), in order to display only the fundamental,
by a long press on the "HOLD" button.
The 50/60Hz symbol then appears on the screen.
To deactivate this function and return to measuring over
the whole passband of the instrument, effect another
long press on the "50-60Hz" button.
The WIDE symbol then appears on the screen.
3.7. Automatic shut-off (instrument)
The clamp is shut off automatically after 10 minutes if no
operation is performed.
The symbol indicates that the automatic shut-off mode is
activated.
To deactivate automatic shut-off, hold the "ZERO" button
down and operate the switch.
The symbol disappears from the display unit, indicating
that automatic shut-off is deactivated.
3.8. Backlighting
Pressing the key activates backlighting of the display.
The backlighting can be switched off manually by
pressing the key; otherwise, it is switched off
automatically after 180 seconds.
4. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
4.1. Alternating current measurement (A range)

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Set the switch to A~.
Open the clamp by pressing the trigger.
Place the clamp around the conductor to be measured
and release the trigger; check that the clamp is properly
closed. Read the measurement on the display unit.
Note: As a safety measure, disconnect the measuring
cords from the clamp before performing this operation.
The clamp must be placed around a single conductor of
a circuit, since otherwise the measurement may be
thrown off. The measurement is optimal with the
conductor centred in the middle of the jaws.
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