MARTINDALE CM69 User manual

CM69 TRMS AC EARTH
LEAKAGE CLAMP METER
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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ALWAYS READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING
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CONTENTS
1 Safety Information 1
1.1 Meaning of Symbols and Markings 1
1.2 Precautions 2
2 Introduction 4
2.1 Inspection 4
2.2 Description 4
2.3 Accessories 5
2.4 Battery Installation 5
3 Operation 6
3.1 General 6
3.2 Low Battery Indication 6
3.3 Description of Clamp Meter Elements 6
3.4 Description of Press Buttons 7
3.5 Description of LCD Symbols 7
3.6 Auto Power Off 7
3.7 Backlight 8
3.8 Display Hold 8
3.9 Zero Function 8
3.10 Peak Function 8
3.11 Low Pass Filter 9
3.12 Use of the TL16 Test Leads 9
3.13 AC Current Measurements 9
3.14 Out of Balance (Differential) AC Leakage Current Measurements 10
3.15 AC Voltage Measurements 11
3.16 DC Voltage Measurements 11
3.17 Resistance Measurements 12
3.18 Continuity Testing 12
4 Maintenance 13
4.1 Battery Replacement 13
4.2 Test Lead Replacement 13
4.3 Calibration 14
4.4 Cleaning 14
4.5 Repair & Service 14
4.6 Storage Conditions 15
5 Warranty 16
Measurement Categories 17
Specifications
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1. SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read before proceeding.
REMEMBER: SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT
These instructions contain both information and warnings that are necessary
for the safe operation and maintenance of this product. It is recommended
that you read the instructions carefully and ensure that the contents are
fully understood. Failure to understand and to comply with the warnings and
instructions can result in serious injury, damage or even death.
Particular attention should be paid to the Warnings, Precautions and Technical
Specifications.
Please keep these instructions for future reference. Updated instructions and
product information are available at: www.martindale-electric.co.uk
1.1 Meaning of Symbols and Markings
Caution - risk of danger & refer to instructions
Caution - risk of electric shock
Equipment protected by double or reinforced insulation
(Class II)
Application around and removal from hazardous live
conductors is permitted.
CAT II (Measurement Category II) is applicable to test and measuring
equipment connected directly to utilization points (socket outlets
and similar points) of the low-voltage MAINS installation.
CAT III (Measurement Category III) is applicable to test and measuring
equipment connected to the distribution part of the building’s low-
voltage MAINS installation.
CAT IV (Measurement Category IV) is applicable to test and measuring
equipment connected at the source of the building’s low-voltage
MAINS installation.
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For further information on measurement categories see page 17 or visit
www.martindale-electric.co.uk/measurement_categories.php
Equipment complies with relevant EU Directives
End of life disposal of this equipment should be in
accordance with relevant EU Directives
1.2 Precautions
This product has been designed with your safety in mind, but
please pay attention to the following warnings and cautions before
use.
Warnings
In order to avoid the danger of electrical shock, it is important that
proper safety measures are taken when working with voltages
exceeding 30V AC rms, 42V AC peak or 60V DC.
Where applicable other safety measures such as the use of
protective gloves, goggles etc. should be employed.
The clamp meter must only be used by a skilled and competent
person who is familiar with the relevant regulations, the safety risks
involved and the consequent normal safe working practices, and
under the conditions and for the purposes for which it has been
constructed and specified.
Before each use the clamp meter and any associated test leads
and accessories should be examined for damage, cracks, cuts or
scratches. Do not use if damaged in any way.
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Make sure the clamp meter and test leads are dry, clean and free
from dust, grease and moisture while in use to avoid the danger
from electric shock due to surface leakage.
Always test this unit on an appropriate proving device or a known
good voltage source before and after using it to determine if a
hazardous voltage exists in a circuit to be tested. Do not use the
unit if it does not function correctly during proving.
Measuring/testing for a voltage/current that exceeds the specified
limits of the unit may damage the unit and may expose the operator
to a shock hazard. Always check the unit’s specified limits before
use.
As a clamp meter or multimeter the unit must only be used on
CAT IV installations up to 300V and CAT III and CAT II installations
up to 600V to earth, and within the operating temperature and
humidity range specified.
If the removable probe tip caps are not fitted to the probes of the
test leads, their measurement category becomes CAT II 1000V,
and they must not be used on CAT III or CAT IV installations to
avoid the risk of shorting high energy circuits and arc flash.
When this unit is used in combination with test leads, the
measurement category of the combination is the lower
measurement category of either this unit or the test leads used.
Likewise if test lead accessories such as crocodile clips are also
used, the measurement category will be the lowest measurement
category in that combination.
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Do not use if the battery compartment cover is not fitted.
When using test leads, always keep your fingers behind the finger
guard on the test lead probe.
When positioning the clamp jaws around a hazardous live conductor
always keep your fingers behind the clamp safety protection barrier.
When making current measurements using the clamps, disconnect
the test leads from the clamp meter terminals.
Cautions
Avoid severe mechanical shock or vibration and extreme temperature.
When using test leads avoid excessive stresses to the cable entry
points at the probe and 4mm plug connector.
To avoid possible corrosion from leaking batteries, remove the
batteries when the unit is not in use for an extended period.
2. INTRODUCTION
2.1 Inspection
Examine the shipping carton for any sign of damage. Inspect the
unit and any accessories for damage. If there is any damage then
consult your distributor immediately.
2.2 Description
The Martindale CM69 has the following measurement functions:
True rms AC current to 60A
True rms AC voltage to 600V
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DC voltage to 600V
Resistance to 600k:
Continuity with audible indication
Further functions are:
Display hold
Peak indication
Zero function
Selectable low pass filter
Auto power off
Auto ranging
Display backlight
2.3 Accessories
The CM69 comes with the following accessories:
Carrying case
Set of TL16 test leads
2 x 1.5V AAA batteries
Instructions
2.4 Battery Installation
Refer to section 4.1 (Battery Replacement) for the battery
installation instructions.
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3. OPERATION
3.1 General
If the clamp meter displays OL then the measurement limits of the
range have been exceeded.
3.2 Low Battery Indication
If the symbol is displayed, the batteries need replacing as
measurement accuracy can no longer be guaranteed (see section
4.1 Battery Replacement).
3.3 Description of Clamp Meter Elements
1 Clamp current sensing jaws
2 Clamp safety protection barrier
3 Backlight button
4 Clamp trigger
5 Rotary function selector switch
6 Zero button
7
Peak and /:selector button
8 Hold & LPF button
9 Liquid crystal display
10 COM input terminal
11 Positive input terminal
Figure 1
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3.4 Description of Press Buttons
Selects backlight
Zero’s display offsets
Selects peak function
Selects continuity or resistance functions
Selects hold function
Selects low pass filter when AC current functions selected
3.5 Description of LCD Symbols
Auto power off is activated
PEAK Peak function is activated
HOLD Display hold is activated
ZERO Zeroing is activated
Indicates AC measurement
Indicates DC measurement
LPF Low pass filter is selected
mA, A, V, :, k:Units of measurement being displayed
Continuity function is selected
Indicates low battery
3.6 Auto Power Off
If the clamp meter is inactive for a period of 30 minutes it will
automatically power off.
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If any button is pressed after the clamp meter has automatically
powered off, the clamp meter will turn back on.
To disable the auto power off function, press at the same
time as turning the rotary switch from OFF to any position. The
symbol will no longer be displayed on the LCD.
3.7 Backlight
Press to turn on the backlight. Press again to turn the backlight
off.
The backlight will automatically turn off after 30 seconds to conserve
the battery.
3.8 Display Hold
To hold a displayed value, press . The LCD will display HOLD.
Press again to exit display hold.
3.9 Zero Function
Press
to remove a displayed offset. The LCD will display
ZERO.
Press again to exit the zero function.
3.10 Peak Function
Press
to select the peak function.
The peak function will record the peak or maximum measured value.
Press
again to exit the peak function.
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3.11 Low Pass Filter
A low pass filter may be selected when the clamp is set for AC
current measurement.
Press for 2 seconds to select the low pass filter. The LCD will
display LPF .
Press again for 2 seconds to remove the low pass filter.
3.12 Use of the TL16 Test Leads
Before use, always check the continuity of the test leads.
Where access to test points may require extended probe tips, the
probe tip caps may be removed by gently pulling them forward until
they unclip from the probe body.
CAT III 1000V
CAT IV 600V
CAT II 1000V ONLY
DO NOT USE ON
CAT III or CAT IV
installations
3.13 AC Current Measurements
Set the rotary switch to the
mA
or
A
position depending on the
magnitude of the current to be measured.
Taking all necessary safety precautions and referring to figure 2,
press the clamp meter trigger to open the clamp jaws, position the
jaws around the conductor to be measured, and release the trigger
to close the jaws.
Position the clamp meter so the conductor is central within the
clamp jaws. 9
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Read the measured ac current from the display.
Note: Clamping around more than one conductor will result in an
incorrect measurement.
3.14 Out of Balance (differential) AC Leakage Current
Measurements
Set the rotary switch to the
mA
or
A
position depending on the
magnitude of the current to be measured.
Taking all necessary safety precautions and referring to figures 3 and
4, press the clamp meter trigger to open the clamp jaws, position the
jaws around the conductors to be measured, and release the trigger
to close the jaws.
Position the clamp meter so the conductors are central within the
clamp jaws.
Read the measured ac leakage current from the display.
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Figure 2
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Figure 3 3-Phase 3-Wire System Figure 4 Single Phase 2-Wire System
3.15 AC Voltage Measurements
Connect the black test lead to the COM terminal and the red test lead
to the terminal.
Set the rotary switch to the Vposition. The smart function will
automatically detect if an AC or DC voltage is present at the
terminals.
Taking all necessary safety precautions connect the test leads to
the circuit being measured.
Read the measured AC voltage from the display.
3.16 DC Voltage Measurements
Connect the black test lead to the COM terminal and the red test lead
to the terminal.
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Set the rotary switch to the
V
position.
Taking all necessary safety precautions connect the test leads to
the circuit being measured.
Read the measured dc voltage from the display.
3.17 Resistance Measurements
Connect the black test lead to the COM terminal and the red test
lead to the terminal.
Set the rotary switch to the :position and press the / :
button. The symbol will no longer be displayed on the LCD.
Taking all necessary safety precautions connect the test leads to
the circuit being measured.
Read the measured resistance from the display.
3.18 Continuity Testing
Connect the black test lead to the COM terminal and the red test
lead to the terminal.
Set the rotary switch to the :position. The symbol will be
displayed on the LCD.
Taking all necessary safety precautions connect the test leads to
the circuit being tested.
If the resistance is <55:±10:, the buzzer will sound continuously.
The resistance value will be displayed if d660:.
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Figure 5
4. MAINTENANCE
4.1 Battery Replacement
To avoid shock or injury, disconnect the clamp meter from
any external circuits and remove the test leads before
proceeding.
Referring to figure 5, the battery compartment is underneath the
unit and can be accessed by removing the screw and lifting off the
cover.
Fit 2 new 1.5V, AAA alkaline batteries (IEC LR03, NEDA 24A)
observing correct polarity.
Replace the battery compartment cover and screw.
Note: Do not mix old and new batteries.
4.2 Test Lead Replacement
If the test leads become damaged they should be replaced.
The replacement test leads must have the same (or better)
overvoltage category rating as the TL16 test leads supplied.
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4.3 Calibration
To maintain the integrity of measurements made using your
instrument, Martindale Electric recommends that it is returned
at least once a year to an approved Calibration Laboratory for
recalibration and certification.
Martindale Electric is pleased to offer you this service.
Please contact our Service Department for details.
Email: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]
4.4 Cleaning
To reduce the risk of surface leakage, this instrument must be
kept in a clean condition.
Prior to cleaning, ensure that the instrument is disconnected
from any voltage source.
If contamination is found, clean with a damp soft cloth and if
necessary a mild detergent or alcohol. Do not use abrasives,
abrasive solvents, or detergents which can cause damage to the
unit. If a mild detergent is used, the unit should subsequently be
thoroughly cleaned with a water dampened soft cloth. After cleaning,
dry and allow to remain in a dry environment for 2 hours before use.
4.5 Repair & Service
There are no user serviceable parts in this unit other than those that
may be described in section 4. Return to Martindale Electric if faulty.
Our service department will quote promptly to repair any fault that
occurs outside the guarantee period.
Before the unit is returned, please ensure that you have checked the
unit, batteries, leads and for poor connections.
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4.6 Storage Conditions
The instrument should be kept in warm dry conditions away from
direct sources of heat or sunlight, and in such a manner as to
preserve the working life of the unit. It is strongly advised that the
unit is not kept in a tool box where other tools may damage it.
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5. WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
This Martindale product is warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty period
is 2 years and begins on the date of receipt by the end user. This
warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer,
and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries, test leads or to any
product which, in Martindale’s reasonable opinion, has been misused,
altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal
conditions of operation, handling or storage.
Martindale authorised resellers shall extend this warranty on new and
unused products to end-user customers only but have no authority to
extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Martindale.
Martindale’s warranty obligation is limited, at Martindale’s option, to
refund of the purchase price, free of charge repair, or replacement of
a defective product which is returned to Martindale within the warranty
period.
This warranty is the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and is in lieu
of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited
to any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose. Martindale shall not be liable for any special, indirect,
incidental or consequential damages or losses, including loss of data,
arising from any cause or theory.
Since some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of the term of an implied
warranty, or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, the limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not
apply to every buyer. If any part of any provision of this warranty
is held invalid or unenforceable by a court or other decision-maker
of competent jurisdiction, such holding will not affect the validity or
enforceability of any other provision or other part of that provision.
Nothing in this statement reduces your statutory rights.
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Specification
CM69 TRMS AC Earth
Leakage Clamp Meter
ELECTRICAL
All specified accuracies are at 23°C ± 5°C, <80% RH for 1 year.
Temperature coefficient: Add 0.1 x (specified accuracy) per °C. (0°C to 18°C,
28°C to 40°C).
All accuracies below are expressed as ± (percentage of reading + digits)
DC Voltage
Range Resolution Input
impedance Accuracy
60V 0.01V
2M:1.0% + 2
600V 0.1V
Overload protection: 660V DC or AC rms
AC Voltage (True RMS)
Range Resolution Input
impedance
Accuracy
(50 to 500Hz)
60V 0.01 V
2M:1.0% + 3
600V 0.1 V
Crest factor: 2.0
Overload protection: 660V DC or AC rms
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AC Current (True RMS)
Range Resolution
Accuracy
(50 to 60Hz) 60 to 500Hz or LPF selected
6mA 0.001mA 1.0% + 8 2.0% + 8
60mA 0.01mA
1.0% + 5 2.0% + 5
600mA 0.1mA
6A 0.001A
60A 0.01A
Crest factor: 2.0
Overload protection: 100A DC or AC rms
Low pass filter
Cut-off frequency: 160Hz approx
Attenuation characteristic: -24dB/octave approx
Resistance
Range Resolution Open circuit
voltage
Accuracy
600: 0.1:
2.2V dc 1.0% + 2
6k:0.001k:
60k:0.01k:
600k:0.1k:
Overload protection: 600V DC or AC rms
Continuity
Open circuit voltage Audible indication
2.8V dc <55±10:
Overload protection: 600V DC or AC rms
Specification
CM69 TRMS AC Earth
Leakage Clamp Meter
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GENERAL
Display: Liquid crystal display with maximum reading 6000
Sample rate 2 times/sec
Polarity: automatic, positive implied, ‘-‘ for negative polarity
indication
Overrange: (OL) is displayed
Power: 2 x 1.5V, AAA alkaline batteries (IEC LR03, NEDA 24A)
Battery life (alkaline): 40 hours typical for ACV, ACmA and ACA ranges
60 hours typical for DCV and resistance ranges
Low battery indication: symbol is displayed
Auto power off: after 30 minutes
Jaw opening capability: 23mm
Dimensions: 206 x 76 x 33.5mm
Weight: 262g approx. including batteries
Includes: carrying case, set of TL16 test leads, 2 x 1.5V AAA batteries,
instructions
ENVIRONMENTAL
Temperature & Humidity
(Operating): 0°C to 40°C <80% R.H., non-condensing
(Storage): -10°C to 60°C <70% R.H., batteries removed
Altitude: up to 2000m
Pollution degree: 2
SAFETY
Conforms to: BS EN 61010-1, BS EN 61010-2-032, CAT IV 300V,
CAT III 600V
Class II, double insulation
EMC
Conforms to BS EN 61326-1
Specification
CM69 TRMS AC Earth
Leakage Clamp Meter
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SPECIFICATION FOR TL16 TEST LEADS
Maximum voltage: 1000V AC/DC
Maximum current: 10A continuous
Connector: 4mm banana plug with fixed shroud
Environmental
Temperature (Operating & Storage): 0°C to 40°C
Altitude: up to 2000m
Pollution degree 2
Safety
Conforms to BS EN 61010-031, CAT IV 600V, CAT III 1000V, 10A (Probe tip
covers fitted)
CAT II 1000V, 10A (Probe tip covers
removed)
Class II, double insulation
Specification
CM69 TRMS AC Earth
Leakage Clamp Meter
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