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AC DC
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AC DC
PRESS &
HOLD
Hz/Duty
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Continuity
Diode
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FEATURE DETAILS
CL1200
Instruction Manual
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
The Klein Tools CL1200 is an auto-ranging clamp meter. It measures
AC / DC voltage, AC current, resistance, capacitance, frequency and duty
cycle. It can also test non-contact voltage, diodes, and continuity.
• Operating Altitude: 2000 meters
• Humidity: 80% max
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
• Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
• Dimensions: 7.6" x 2.6" x 1.4" (194 mm x 66 mm x 36 mm)
• Weight: 12 oz. (340 g)
• Calibration: Accurate for one year
• Ingress Protection: IP42
• Drop Protection: 2 m (6 ft.)
• Safety Rating: CATIII 1000V, CAT IV 600V
• Accuracy: ± (% of reading + # of least significant digits)
WARNINGS
To ensure safe operation and service of the tester, follow these instructions.
Failure to observe these warnings can result in severe injury or death.
• Before each use, verify meter operation by measuring
a known voltage or current.
• Never use the meter on a circuit with voltages that exceed the
category based rating of this meter.
• Do not use the meter during electrical storms, or in wet weather.
• Do not use the meter or test leads if they appear to be damaged.
• Ensure meter leads are fully seated, and keep fingers away from
the metal probe contacts when making measurements.
• Do not open the meter to replace batteries while the probes
are connected.
• Use caution when working with voltages above 60V DC,
or 25V AC RMS. Such voltages pose a shock hazard.
• To avoid false readings that can lead to electrical shock,
replace batteries if a low battery indicator appears.
• Unless measuring voltage or current, shut off and lock out
power before measuring resistance or capacitance.
• Always adhere to local and national safety codes. Use individual
protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury where
hazardous live conductors are exposed.
SYMBOLS
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AC Alternating Current Warning or Caution
DC Direct Current Dangerous levels
DC/AC Voltage or Current Double Insulated Class II
Ground Safe for disconnect
from live conductors
AC Source
A. Use CAT IV rated leads or higher.
Do not attempt to measure more than 1000V DC or 750V AC or 2000µA.
B. Keep hands below line when measuring high current levels.
C. Auto Power-Off (Apo)
• Device will power off after 30 minutes non-use.
• Turn the dial or press a button to wake.
• Disabled during Max / Min function.
• Holding Select button while turning on disables Auto Power-Off.
D. Select Functionality Button
• Switch between AC and DC.
• Switch between and .
• Press for 2 seconds to switch between AC, frequency and duty cycle.
E. Hold /Backlight /Worklight
• Press to hold the current input on the display.
• Press again to return to live reading.
• Press for 2 seconds to enable /disable lights.
• Using lights drains the battery significantly.
F. Auto /Manual Range
• Press repeatedly to cycle through manual ranges.
• Press for 2 seconds to return to auto ranging mode.
• AT is displayed on LCD only during auto ranging mode.
G. Max /Min Hold
• Press to enter Max /Min mode; the largest and smallest values
will be saved while in this mode.
• Press repeatedly to alternate between the maximum and minimum readings.
• Press for 2 seconds to return to live reading and clear the stored
maximum and minimum values.
1. AC Current (large): < 600A
Features:
2. AC /DC Current (small): <2000µA
Features:
MAX/MINRANGEHOLD
H. I. Battery Replacement
• When indicator is displayed on the LCD, batteries must be
replaced.
• Remove the back screw and replace 2 x AAA batteries.
J. Magnetic Back
• Attach instrument to metal for hands-free use.
K. Bar Graph
• The bar graph shows an approximate analog representation
of a measurement.
• The bar graph responds much faster than the digital display.
• The scale of the bar graph is zero to the maximum reading of
the selected range.
FUNCTION INSTRUCTIONS
• Select AC or DC current source.
• Current above 2000µA will damage instrument.
• Select AC or DC voltage source.
4. Frequency (Hz) / Duty Cycle (See Feature Details)
Features:
HOLD
• Select , ,or setting.
5. Capacitance:
<6000µF
Features:
HOLD
• Safely discharge capacitor before measurement.
• Reading may take up to 60 seconds for large capacitors.
6. Resistance:
<60MΩ
Features:
MAX/MINRANGEHOLD
• Do not measure resistance on a live circuit.
MAX/MINRANGEHOLD
• Center wire in guides for best accuracy.
• Opposing currents cancel (use line-splitter when necessary). 7. Diode / Continuity
3. AC /DC Voltage: <750V AC or 1000V DC
Features:
MAX/MINRANGEHOLD
Display shows:
• Forward voltage drop if forward biased.
• “O.L.” if reverse biased.
Diode Features:
HOLD MAX/MIN
• Display shows resistance.
• Buzzer sounds if less than 40Ω.
Continuity Features:
HOLD MAX/MIN
Dwg Name: CL1200-139701ART Dwg No: 139701
ECO No: 15773 Pkg Dwg Ref: 1650 Rev: B
Color Reference: N/A
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