Fluke 43 User manual

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Fluke 43
Power Quality Analyzer
Users Manual
4822 872 00842
June 1998, Rev. 2, 07/98
© 1998 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved. Printed in The Netherlands.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
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Fluke 43
Users Manual
PLACING ORDERS AND GETTING ASSISTANCE
To locate an authorized service center, visit us on the World Wide Web:
http://www.fluke.com
or call Fluke using any of the phone numbers listed below:
[phone] in U.S.A. and Canada
[phone] in Europe
[phone] from other countries

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Table of Contents
Chapter Title Page
Unpacking.................................................................................... 1
Safety Information: Read First ..................................................... 2
Current Probe.......................................................................... 4
1 Introducing the Fluke 43............................................................ 5
Powering the Fluke 43................................................................. 5
Inputs........................................................................................... 7
Main Menu ................................................................................... 8
Instrument Setup.......................................................................... 12
Setting the Date ...................................................................... 12
Setting the Time...................................................................... 13
Adjusting the Contrast............................................................. 14
Selecting Probes..................................................................... 15
Setting up the Harmonic- and Power Function........................ 16
Selecting a Language ............................................................. 18
Using FlukeView Software........................................................... 19
Using a Printer............................................................................. 20
Connecting to a Printer ........................................................... 20
Selecting a Printer Type.......................................................... 21
Resetting the Fluke 43................................................................. 22
2 Maintenance ............................................................................... 23
Cleaning and Storage.................................................................. 23
Cleaning the Fluke 43............................................................. 23
Storing the Fluke 43................................................................ 23
Cleaning the Current Probe..................................................... 23
Batteries....................................................................................... 24
Charging the Batteries ............................................................ 24
Extending Battery Operation Time.......................................... 25
Replacing the Ni-Cd Battery Pack........................................... 26
Ordering Codes............................................................................ 28
Replaceable Parts................................................................... 28
Manuals................................................................................... 29

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Troubleshooting............................................................................ 30
The Fluke 43 Does Not Start Up.............................................. 30
The Screen Remains Black...................................................... 30
The Batteries Operate less than Four Hours ........................... 30
FlukeView Does Not Recognize the Fluke 43.......................... 30
The Printer Does Not Print....................................................... 30
3 Specifications.............................................................................. 31
Introduction................................................................................... 31
Safety Specifications .................................................................... 32
Function Specifications................................................................. 33
Electrical functions................................................................... 33
Scope....................................................................................... 35
Meter........................................................................................ 37
Record...................................................................................... 37
Miscellaneous............................................................................... 38
Current Probe ............................................................................... 39
Environmental Conditions............................................................. 40
Electromagnetic Immunity............................................................. 41
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................. 42
Index

Unpacking
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Unpacking
The following items are included in your Fluke 43 kit:
Figure 1. Carrying Case Contents
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Fluke 43 Power Quality Analyzer
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BP120 Ni-Cd Battery Pack (installed)
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Power Adapter/Battery Charger
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TL24 Test Leads, red and black
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TP1 Flat blade Test Pins, red and black
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TP4 4mm Test Pins, red and black
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AC85A Large Jaw Alligator Clips for Banana Plugs, red and black
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AC20 Industrial Alligator Clips for Banana Plugs, red and black
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80i-500s Clamp-on AC Current Probe
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BB120 Shielded Banana-to-BNC Adapter Plugs (2x black)
Applications Guide
Users Manual
Product Registration Card with Envelope
PM9080/001 Optically Isolated RS232 Adapter/Cable
SW43W FlukeView®Power Quality Analyzer software
FlukeView®Users Manual
C120 Hard Carrying Case

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Safety Information: Read First
Read the safety information before using the Fluke 43.
Specific warning and caution statements, where they apply, will be found
throughout the manual.
A “Warning” identifies conditions and actions that pose
hazard(s) to the user.
A “Caution” identifies conditions and actions that may damage
the Fluke 43.
The following international symbols are used on the Fluke 43 and in this
manual:
Read the safety information in
the manual Double Insulation (Protection Class)
Earth Equipotential inputs,
connected internally
UL 3111 listed
UL1244
UL 1244 listed
Conformité Européenne
Recycling information Disposal information
Warning
To avoid electrical shock, use only a Fluke power supply, Model
PM8907 (Power Adapter/Battery Charger).

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Warning
Do the following to avoid electrical shock or fire if a Fluke 43
common input is connected to more than 42 V peak (30 V rms):
• Use only test leads and test lead adapters supplied with the
Fluke 43 (or safety-designed equivalents as specified in the
accessory list, see Chapter 2.)
• Do not use conventional exposed metal banana plug
connectors.
• Use only one common connection to the Fluke 43.
• Remove all test leads that are not in use.
• The maximum allowable input voltage is 600V. Use test lead
adapters that have a rating of 600V or more.
• When powering the Fluke 43, first connect the power adapter
to the outlet before connecting it to the Fluke 43.
• Do not insert metal objects into the power adapter connector
of the Fluke 43.
Warning
In the scope function it is possible to select AC coupling and to
operate time base ranges and amplitude manually. In this case,
the measuring results displayed on the screen may not be
representative of the total signal. This can result in the presence
of dangerous voltages of more than 42 V peak (30 V rms) not
being detected. To guarantee user safety, all signals should first
be measured with DC coupling. This ensures that the full signal
is measured.

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The terms ‘Isolated’ or ‘Electrically floating’ are used in this manual to indicate
a measurement in which the Fluke 43 COM (common, also called ground) is
connected to a voltage different from earth ground.
The term “Grounded” is used in this manual to indicate a measurement in
which the Fluke 43 COM (common) is connected to an earth ground potential.
The Fluke 43 common inputs (red INPUT 1 shield, gray INPUT 2 shield, and
black 4-mm banana COM input) are connected internally via self-recovering
fault protection. This is denoted by the symbol.
The input connectors have no exposed metal and are fully insulated to protect
against electrical shock. The black 4 mm banana jack COM (common) can be
connected to a voltage above earth ground for isolated (electrically floating)
measurements and is rated up to 600V rms above earth ground.
If Safety-Precautions are Impaired
Using the Fluke 43 in a manner not specified may impair the protection
provided by the equipment. Before using, inspect the test leads for
mechanical damage and replace damaged test leads!
If it is likely that safety has been impaired, turn the Fluke 43 off and disconnect
it from the line power. The matter should then be referred to qualified
personnel. Safety is likely to be impaired if, for example, the Fluke 43 fails to
perform the intended measurements or shows visible damage.
Current Probe
Warning
• Use extreme caution when clamping the current probe around
uninsulated conductors or bus bars.
• Never use the current probe on circuits rated higher than
600V in overvoltage category III (CAT III) of IEC-1010-1.
• Keep your fingers behind the finger guard.
Do not use a probe that is cracked, damaged, or has a defective cable. Such
probes should be made inoperative by taping the clamp shut to prevent
operation.

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Chapter 1
Introducing the Fluke 43
Powering the Fluke 43
To power the Fluke 43 from a standard AC outlet, perfom steps 1-3.
For battery power, see Chapter 2.
1Plug the power adapter in the AC outlet.
2Connect the power adapter cable to the Fluke 43 (see Figure 2).
Figure 2. Powering the Fluke 43
3Turn the Fluke 43 on.
The opening screen will appear on the display (see Figure 3).
Note
If the Fluke 43 does not turn on, the batteries may be dead. Leave the
Fluke 43 connected to the outlet for 15 minutes and try again.

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Figure 3. Opening Screen
The screen shows which test leads or probes you should use on the inputs.
Note that in the screen shown in Figure 3, for example, you should use TEST
LEADS for voltage measurements and a 1 mV/A current probe for current
measurements.
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