Klein Tools CL600 User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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CL600
FRAN AIS pg. 29
ESPAÑOL pg. 15
600A AC Auto-Ranging
Digital Clamp Meter
1000V
600A
60M
Ω
• NON-CONTACT
VOLTAGE TESTER
• AUTO-RANGING
• DATA HOLD
• RANGE HOLD
• AUDIBLE
CONTINUITY
• DIODE TEST
True RMS
Measurement
Technology
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Klein Tools CL600 is an automatically ranging true root mean square
(TRMS) digital clamp-meter that measures AC current via the clamp,
and measures AC/DC voltage, resistance, continuity, and tests diodes
via test-leads.
• Operating Altitude: 6562 ft. (2000m)
• Relative Humidity: <80% non-condensing
• Operating Temp: 32°to 104°F (0°to 40°C)
• Storage Temp: 14°to 140°F (-10°to 60°C)
• Accuracy: Values stated at 65° to 83°F (18° to 28°C)
• Temp Coefcient: 0.1 x (Quoted Accuracy) per °C above
28°C or below 18°C, corrections are required when ambient
working temp is outside of Accuracy Temp range
• Dimensions: 9.09" x 3.82" x 1.54" (231 x 97 x 39 mm)
• Weight: 11.8 oz. (335 g) including batteries
• Calibration: Accurate for one year
• Standards: Conforms to: UL STD 61010-1, 61010-2-032,
61010-2-033.
Certified to: CSA STD C22.2 # 61010-1,
61010-2-032, 61010-2-033.
IEC EN 61010-1, 61010-2-032,
61010-2-033, 61326-1.
• Pollution degree: 2
• Accuracy: ± (% of reading + # of least significant digits)
• Drop Protection: 6.6 ft. (2m)
• Safety Rating: CAT IV 600V, CAT III 1000V, Class 2,
Double insulation
CAT III: Measurement category III is applicable to test and
measuring circuits connected to the distribution part of the
building’s low-voltage MAINS installation.
CAT IV: Measurement category IV is applicable to test and
measuring circuits connected at the source of the building’s
low-voltage MAINS installation.
• Electromagnetic Environment: IEC EN 61326-1. This
equipment meets requirements for use in basic and controlled
electromagnetic environments like residential properties,
business premises, and light-industrial locations.
Specifications subject to change.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Function Range Resolution Accuracy (50/60 Hz)
AC Voltage
(V AC)
6.000V 1mV ±(1.5% + 5 digits)
60.00V 10mV ±(1.2% + 5 digits)
600.0V 100mV
1000V 1V ±(1.5% + 5 digits)
DC Voltage
(V DC)
600mV 0.1mV ±(1.0% + 8 digits)
6.000V 1mV
±(1.0% + 3 digits)60.00V 10mV
600.0V 100mV
1000V 1V ±(1.2% + 3 digits)
Input Impedance: 10MΩ
Frequency Range: 50 to 400Hz
Maximum Input: 1000V AC RMS or 1000V DC
AC Current
(A AC)
60.00A 10mA ±(2.0% + 8 digits)
600.0A 100mA ±(2.0% + 5 digits)
Frequency Range: 50 to 60Hz
Function Range Resolution Accuracy
Resistance
600.0Ω 0.1Ω
±(1.5% + 5 digits)
6.000KΩ 1Ω
60.00kΩ 10Ω
600.0kΩ 100Ω
6.000MΩ 1kΩ
60.00MΩ 10kΩ ±(2.0% + 10 digits)
Maximum Input: 600V AC RMS or 600V DC
OTHER MEASUREMENT APPLICATIONS
Maximum Input: 600V AC RMS or 600V DC
• Diode Test: Max. 1.5mA, open circuit voltage ~3.0V DC
• Continuity Check: Audible signal <50Ω, current <0.35mA
• Sampling Frequency: 3 samples per second
• Auto Power off: After ~30 minutes of inactivity.
• Overload:
"OL" indicated on display, overload protection
1000V in Voltage setting, 600V RMS in all other settings
• Polarity: "-" on display indicates negative polarity
• Display: 3-5/6 digit, 6000 Count LCD
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SYMBOLS ON METER
AC DC
Resistance (in Ohms) Audible Continuity
Double Insulated Class II Ground
Diode A Amperage (Amps)
V Voltage (Volts)
Warning or Caution
To ensure safe operation and service of this meter, follow all
warnings and instructions detailed in this manual.
Risk of Electrical Shock
Improper use of this meter can lead to risk of electrical shock. Follow
all warnings and instructions detailed in this manual.
Risk of Electrical Shock
Application around and removal from UNINSULATED HAZARDOUS
LIVE conductors is permitted.
FEATURE DETAILS
1
9
2
3
10
13
14
12
5
8
7
4
1. 6000 count LCD display 8. "MAX/MIN" button
2. Function selector switch 9.
Data Hold / Backlight button #2
3. Clamp 10.
Clamp trigger (press to open clamp)
4. "COM" jack 11. Arrow markings
5. "VΩ" jack 12. N
on-Contact Voltage Testing Button
6. Data Hold / Backlight button 13. Test lead holder for test probe
7. "RANGE" button 14.
Non-Contact Voltage Testing Sensor
SYMBOLS ON LCD
AC Measurement DC Measurement
Negative Reading Data Hold
Auto Ranging MAX Maximum Value Hold
MIN Minimum Value Hold Low Battery
Auto Power Off Audible Continuity
k kilo (value x 10
3
) M Mega (value x 10
6
)
m mili (value x 10
-3
) Ohms
V Volts A Amps
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WARNINGS
To ensure safe operation and service of the meter, 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.
• Use only with CAT IV rated test leads.
• 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 25V AC RMS or
60V DC. Such voltages pose a shock hazard.
• To avoid false readings that can lead to electrical shock, replace
batteries when a low battery indicator appears.
• Do not attempt to measure resistance or continuity on a live circuit.
• Always adhere to local and national safety codes. Use personal
protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury
where hazardous live conductors are exposed.
NOTE: There are no user-serviceable parts inside meter.
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FUNCTION BUTTONS
ON/OFF
To power ON the meter, rotate the Function Selector switch
2
from the OFF setting to any measurement setting. To power OFF the
meter, rotate the Function Selector switch
2
to either of the OFF
settings. By default, the meter will automatically power OFF after 30
minutes of inactivity. If the meter automatically powers OFF while in
a measurement setting, rotate Function Selector switch
2
to any
other setting (excluding the OFF settings) to power ON the meter. To
deactivate the power OFF functionality press and hold the "RANGE"
button
7
before powering ON from the OFF setting. When auto
power OFF is deactivated, the Auto Power Off icon will not be
visible in the display.
DATA HOLD
Press either of the Data Hold / Backlight buttons
6
or
9
to hold
the measurement on the display. Press again to release the display to
return to live measuring.
BACKLIGHT
Press and hold either of the Data Hold / Backlight buttons
6
or
9
for more than one second to turn ON the backlight. The backlight will
automatically power OFF after 3 minutes of inactivity.
RANGE
The meter defaults to auto-ranging mode . This mode
automatically determines the most appropriate measurement range
for the testing that is being conducted. To manually force the meter to
measure in a different range, use the Range button
7
.
1. Press the "RANGE" button
7
to manually select measurement
range ( is deactivated on the LCD). Repeatedly press the
"RANGE" button
7
to cycle through the available ranges, stopping
once the desired range is reached.
2. To return to auto-ranging mode, press and hold the "RANGE"
button
7
for more than one second ( is reactivated).
FUNCTION BUTTONS
MAX/MIN
When the "MAX/MIN" button
8
is pressed, the meter keeps track
of the Maximum and Minimum values and the difference between
the Maximum and Minimum values as the meter continues to take
samples.
1. When measuring, press "MAX/MIN" button
8
to toggle between
the Maximum value (MAX) and the Minimum value (MIN).
2. Press "MAX/MIN" button
8
for more than one second to return to
normal measuring mode.
NON-CONTACT VOLTAGE TESTING
Press the NCV button
12
to test for AC voltage using the integrated
non-contact voltage meter. Approach the conductor under test
leading with the sensing antenna
14
. The meter delivers audible
warning signals when AC voltage is detected.
TEST LEAD HOLDER
When working with test leads, one test probe may be mounted in the
test lead holder
13
to facilitate natural two-handed operation with the
clamp in one hand and a single test probe in the other.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AC CURRENT (LESS THAN 600A)
AC Current is measured by pressing the clamp trigger
10
to open
the clamp
3
and placing it around a current-carrying wire. When
measuring, care should be taken to ensure that the clamp
3
is
completely closed with trigger
10
fully released, and that the wire
passes perpendicularly through the center of the clamp
3
in line
with the arrow markings
11
.
To measure current:
1. Rotate the Function Selector switch
2
to the AC current Asetting.
2. Place clamp
3
around wire. The current measurement will be
shown in the display.
The meter will auto-range to display the
measurement in the most appropriate range.
Disconnect test leads when measuring with the clamp.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONNECTING TEST LEADS
Do not test if leads are improperly seated. Results could cause
intermittent display readings. To ensure proper connection, firmly
press leads into the input jack completely. Lead guard should be
flush with the meter’s faceplate.
TESTING IN CAT III / CAT IV MEASUREMENT LOCATIONS
Ensure the test lead shield is pressed firmly in place. Failure to use
the CAT III / CAT IV shield increases arc-flash risk.
TESTING IN CAT II MEASUREMENT LOCATIONS
CAT III / CAT IV shields may be removed for CAT II locations. This
will allow testing on recessed conductors such as standard wall
outlets. Take care not to lose the shields.
PRESS
NO GAP
5/32"
(4 mm)
.7" (18 mm)
WIRE
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RESISTANCE MEASUREMENTS
1. Insert RED test lead into VΩ jack
5
, and BLACK test lead into
COM jack
4
, and rotate function selector switch
2
to the
Resistance setting.
2. Remove power from circuit.
3. Measure resistance by connecting test leads to circuit. The
meter will auto-range to display the measurement in the most
appropriate range.
NOTE: When in a Resistance setting and the test leads are open
(not connected across a resistor), or when a failed resistor is under
test, the display will indicate O.L. This is normal.
DO NOT attempt to measure resistance on a live circuit.
CONTINUITY
1. Insert RED test lead into VΩ jack
5
, and BLACK test lead into
COM jack
4
, and rotate function selector switch
2
to the
Continuity
setting.
2. Remove power from circuit.
3. Test for continuity by connecting conductor or circuit with test
leads. If resistance is measured less than 50Ω, an audible signal
will sound and display will show a resistance value indicating
continuity. If circuit is open display will show "OL".
DO NOT attempt to measure continuity on a live circuit.
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Black lead Red lead
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AC VOLTAGE (LESS THAN 1000V)
1. Insert RED test lead into VΩ jack
5
, and BLACK test lead into
COM jack
4
, and rotate function selector switch
2
to the
AC voltage
V setting.
2. Apply test leads to the circuit to be tested to measure voltage.
The meter will auto-range to display the measurement in the
most appropriate range.
DC VOLTAGE (LESS THAN 1000V)
1. Insert RED test lead into VΩ jack
5
, and BLACK test lead into
COM jack
4
, and rotate function selector switch
2
to the
DC voltage
V setting.
2. Apply test leads to the circuit to be tested to measure voltage.
The meter will auto-range to display the measurement in the
most appropriate range.
NOTE: If "–" appears on the LCD, the test leads are being applied to
the circuit in reverse. Swap the position of the leads to correct this.
NOTE: When in a voltage setting and the test leads are open,
readings of order mV may appear on the display. This is noise and
is normal. By touching the test leads together to close the circuit
the meter will measure zero volts.
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MAINTENANCE
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When indicator is displayed on LCD, batteries must be replaced.
1. Remove screw from battery door.
2. Replace 2 x AAA batteries (note proper polarity).
3. Replace battery door and fasten securely with screw.
T o avoid risk of electric shock, disconnect leads from any voltage
source before removing battery door.
To avoid risk of electric shock, do not operate meter while
battery door is removed.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DIODE TEST
1. Insert RED test lead into VΩ jack
5
, and BLACK test lead into
COM jack
4
, and rotate function selector switch
2
to the
Diode-Test setting.
2. Touch test leads to diode. A reading of 200-800mV on display
indicates forward bias, "OL" indicates reverse bias. An open
device will show "OL" in both polarities. A shorted device will
show approximately 0mV.
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