Greenlee FC-110 User manual

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Read and understand all of the instructions and safety information in
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FC-110 and FC-118
Flex Clamp Meters
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
FC-110
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Table of Contents
Description ....................................................................................................2
Safety............................................................................................................2
Important Safety Information......................................................................3–4
Identication..................................................................................................5
Operation...................................................................................................6–7
Typical Measurements and Accuracy .............................................................8
Specications................................................................................................9
Measurement Categories...............................................................................9
Statement of Conformity..............................................................................10
Maintenance................................................................................................10
Description
The Greenlee FC-110 and FC-118 Flex Clamp Meters are hand-held testing devices
that measure AC current. These meters are designed to be placed on or removed from
insulated or uninsulated conductors.
Safety
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of Greenlee tools. This instruction
manual and any markings on the tool provide information for avoiding hazards
and unsafe practices related to the use of this tool. Observe all of the safety
information provided.
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SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This symbol is used to call your attention to hazards or unsafe practices which
could result in an injury or property damage. The signal word, dened below,
indicates the severity of the hazard. The message after the signal word provides
information for preventing or avoiding the hazard.
Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL result in severe injury or death.
Hazards which, if not avoided, COULD result in severe injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided, MAY result in injury or
property damage.
Read and understand this material before operating or servicing
this equipment. Failure to understand how to safely operate this
tool could result in an accident causing serious injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
Contact with live circuits could result in severe injury or death.
Important Safety Information
Do not discard this product or throw away!
All specications are nominal and may change as design improvements occur. Greenlee Tools, Inc.
shall not be liable for damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
® Registered: The color green for electrical test instruments is a registered trademark
of Greenlee Tools, Inc.
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Important Safety Information (cont.)
Electric shock and re hazard:
• Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
• Do not use the unit if it is wet or damaged.
• Clamp meter, leads or any other clamp accessory, when used to make a
measurement, create a System. The System is rated for CAT IV 600V
when using the leads or accessories provided with the meter. The System
CAT and voltage rating is limited by the lowest rated component in the
System when using leads or accessories not provided with the meter.
• Inspect the leads or accessory before use. They must be clean and dry, and the
insulation must be in good condition. Do not use the test lead if the contrasting
inner layer of insulation is visible.
• Use this unit for the manufacturer’s intended purpose only, as described in this
manual. Anyotheruse can impair the protection provided by the unit.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
• Do not apply more than the rated voltage between any two input terminals, or
between any input terminal and earth ground.
• Keep hands and ngers below the barriers on the leads and the clamp meter body.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
• Do not operate with the case open.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
• Unless measuring current, shut off and lock out power. Make sure that all capacitors
are discharged. Voltage must not be present.
• Using this unit near equipment that generates electromagnetic interference can
result in unstable or inaccurate readings.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
• Do not attempt to repair this unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Do not expose the unit to extremes in temperature or high humidity. Refer to
“Specications.”
Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury and can damage the unit.
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Identication
1. Rogowski Coil - The measurement coil of ex clamp meter
2. Clamp Lock – Turn the knob counter clockwise to unlock the clamp; turn clockwise
to lock the clamp
3. Coil Support - Fixes coil to the clamp meter
4. Power Indicator – The LED will be illuminated when the clamp meter is powered on
and in normal operation. The LED will ash when the batteries are low.
5. Range Switch – Select the appropriate current range for the application; Ranges
are 30A, 300A and 3000A
6. Output Voltage Description – Lists the output voltage resolution for a given range.
All voltages are AC.
7. Output Voltage Terminal – Outputs voltage to an AC voltage measuring device.
Symbols on the Unit
FC-110
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Double Insulation Battery
Grounding AC/DC
Warning High Voltage Danger
AC Complies with European
Union Standards
DC ETL Standard Certication
Figure 1
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Operation
Electric shock hazard:
Contact with live circuits could result in severe injury or death.
Keep your hands away from the Rogowski coil and conductor to be measured.
Disconnect all power supplies from the device before measurement. When measuring
uninsulated conductors, do not power on the wire to be tested until the meter has
safely clamped the wire.
1. Turn off the clamp meter as well as the conductor being measured.
2. Unlock the clamp according to Figure 3
3. Use the measuring head to wrap around the conductor to be measured and lock it
in place. (Only one wire can be tested at a time; See Figure 4)
1
2
FC-110 FC-110
Figure 3 Figure 4
FC-110
Figure 2
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Operation (cont.)
4. Turn on the clamp, then turn on the conductor.
5. Connect the clamp meter to an AC Voltage measuring device with a resolution
of at least 1mV.
6. Read the value displayed on the AC voltage measuring device. If the current to be
measured is over the range, a value greater than 3V will display on the AC voltage
measuring device. Please select the appropriate range. (30.00A/300.0A/3000A)
7. Improper operation examples:
a. Do not test more than one conductor at a
time as shown in as shown in Figure 5
b. Do not attempt to twist, bend, or wrap the coil
of the CMF-110/118 as shown in Figures 6, 7, and 8.
c. Do not attempt to pull on or apply a force to the
coil of the CMF-110/118
FC-110
Figure 6
Figure 8
Figure 7
Figure 5
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Typical Measurements and Accuracy
Electrical Accuracy Specications
The Temperature Coefcient is 20% of accuracy per °C difference from 18 °C between
0 °C and 18 °C and from 28 °C between 28 °C and 50 °C.
Accuracy ± (%reading)
Temperature 23° C±5° C
Humidity ≤ 80% RH
Temperature Coefcient 0.2 x (accuracy)/°C
(1) FC-110/118 AC Current Measurement
Range Resolution Accuracy (At
Centered Position) Cable Position
30.0A 0.1A ±(3%+0.5A) Accuracy when
measuring
in centered
position.
Please refer
to gures 9
and 10.
300A 1A ±(3%+5A)
3000A 10A ±(3%+50A)
Frequency Response 45Hz-500Hz – –
FC-118 Accuracy
Additional
accuracy range
when measuring
outside of
optimum location
(when no other
electrical or
magnetic elds
are present)
Center for optimal
measurement ± (3%+5)
35mm (1.4 inches) Add 1.0% Region A
50mm (2.0 inches) Add 1.5% Region B
60mm (1.4 inches) Add 2.0% Region C
FC-110 Accuracy
Additional
accuracy range
when measuring
outside of
optimum location
(When no other
electrical or
magnetic elds
are present)
Central optimum
measurement
location
±(3%+5)
FC-110
15mm
(0.6”) away
from center
Additional 2.0% Region A
25mm
(1.0”) away
from center
Additional 2.5% Region B
35mm
(1.4”) away
from center
Additional 3.0% Region C
FC-110
Figure 9
Figure 10
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Specications
Overload Indication: Greater than 3V will be displayed on the AC voltage
measuring device
Low Battery Indication: Power Indicator ashes
Sensor Type: Rogowski Coil
Impact strength: The meter can be dropped from 1 meter's height
Clamp size: The FC-110 has a coil size of 25.4cm (10 inches). The FC-118 has a coil
size of 45.7cm (18 inches)
Electromagnetic eld effect: When electromagnetic interference exists, the meter may
show an incorrect reading
Power Supply: 3 AAA 1.5V batteries
Environmental Limitations
Operating Environment: Indoor use
Maximum height: 2000m
Safety: IEC61010-1, IEC61010-031, IEC61010-2-032, CAT IV 600V
Pollution level: 2
Working temperature and humidity: 0°C- 30°C (≤ 80%RH), 30° C - 40°C (≤ 75%RH),
40°C- 50°C (≤ 45%RH)
Storage temperature and humidity: -20%°C - 60°C (≤ 80%RH)
Measurement Categories
These denitions were derived from the international safety standard for insula-
tion coordination as it applies to measurement, control, and laboratory equipment.
These measurement categories are explained in more detail by the International
Electrotechnical Commission; refer to either of their publications: IEC 61010-1 or
IEC60664.
Measurement Category II
Local level. Appliances, portable equipment, and the circuits they are plugged into.
Some examples include light xtures, televisions, and long branch circuits.
Measurement Category III
Distribution level. Permanently installed machines and the circuits they are hard-wired
to. Some examples include conveyor systems and the main circuit breaker panels of a
building’s electrical system.
Measurement Category IV
Primary supply level. Overhead lines and other cable systems. Some examples include
cables, meters, transformers, and other exterior equipment owned by the power utility.
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Statement of Conformity
Greenlee Tools, Inc. is certied in accordance with ISO 9001 (2000) for our Quality
Management Systems.
The instrument enclosed has been checked and/or calibrated using equipment that is
traceable to the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST).
Maintenance
Electric shock hazard:
Before opening the battery cover or case, remove the leads from external devices and
shut off the unit.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe injury or death.
a. The repair and service of the meter should be accomplished by Greenlee
professional maintenance personnel or authorized departments.
b. Clean the meter case by using dry cloth periodically. Grinding agent and solvent
should not be used.
Battery Installation and Replacement
This product uses 3 AAA 1.5V batteries. Please install or replace the batteries by
following the procedure below:
a. Turn off the meter and remove the probes
b. Remove the screws from the battery cover, remove the battery cover, and
replace the batteries.
c. After installing the batteries, replace the battery cover and secure with screws.
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