Steelman 60339 User manual

60339
INSTRUCTIO N MANUAL
Please read this manual before switching the unit on.
Important safety information inside.
HEAVY DUTY OPEN JAW CLAMP METER

BATTERY USE AND CARE
1. Introduction....................................................................
2. Safety.............................................................................
2-1. International Safety Symbols.....................................
2-2. Safety Notes..............................................................
2-3. Warnings.....................................................................
2-4. Cautions......................................................................
3. Description.....................................................................
3-1. Meter Description........................................................
3-2. Display icons Description............................................
4. Specications..................................................................
5. General Specications....................................................
6. Operation.......................................................................
6-1. AC Current Measurements..........................................
6-2. AC Voltage Measurements..........................................
6-3. DC Voltage Measurements..........................................
6-4. Resistance Measurements..........................................
6-5. Continuity Measurements...........................................
6-6. Capacitance Measurements........................................
6-7. Diode Measurements..................................................
6-8. Frequency Tests..........................................................
6-9. Temperature Measurements........................................
6-10. Non-Contact Voltage.................................................
6-11. Button Function.........................................................
7. Maintenance...................................................................
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INTRODUC TION
SAFETY
This clamp meter is a hand-held digital Clamp Meter for automotive and
construction use, where high current measurement is required. The Clamp Meter
can measure the following:
• AC/DC Voltage
• AC Current
• Resistance
• Capacitance
• Frequency
• Continuity
• Diode
• Temperature
The Heavy Duty Open Jaw Clamp Meter features:
• Auto Power OFF
• Data Hold
• Backlight LCD display
2-1. International Safety Symbols
This symbol, adjacent to a terminal, indicates that, under normal use,
hazardous voltages may be present.
Double insulation
2-2. Safety Notes (see table in section 2-4).
• Do not exceed the maximum allowable input range of any function.
• Do not apply voltage to meter when resistance functions is selected.
• Set the function switch OFF when the meter is not in use.
• Remove the battery if meter is to be stored for longer than 60 days.
2-3. Warnings
• Set function switch to the appropriate position before measuring.
• When measuring voltage, do not switch to current/resistance modes.
• Do not measure current on a circuit whose voltage exceeds 600V.
• When changing ranges, always disconnect the test leads from the circuit
under test.
• Replace the batteries as soon as the low battery indicator appears.
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SAFETY
2-4. Cautions
• Improper use of this meter can cause damage, shock, injury or death. Read and
understand this user manual before operating the meter.
• Always remove the test leads before replacing the battery.
• Inspect the condition of the test leads and the meter itself for any damage
before operating the meter. Repair or replace any damage before use.
• Use great care when taking measurements if the voltages are greater than
25VAC rms or 35VDC. These voltages are considered a shock hazard.
• Always discharge capacitors and remove power from the device under test
before performing Diode, Resistance, or Continuity tests.
• Voltage checks on electrical outlets can be difficult and misleading because of
the uncertainty of connection to the recessed electrical contacts. Other means
should be used to ensure that the terminals are not "live".
• If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Function
A AC
V DC, V AC
Frequency
Resistance, Capacitance, Diode Test
Temperature
Maximum Input
200A AC
600V DC/AC
300V DC/AC
250V DC/AC
-20.0˚C to 760.0˚C (4˚F to 1400˚F)
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Frequency Resistance,
Capacitance, Diode Test

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DESCRIPTION
3-2. Display Icons Description
HOLD Data Hold
Minus sign Negative reading display
0 to 3999 Measurement display digits
AUTO Auto Range mode
DC/AC Direct Voltage and Current/
Alternating Voltage and Current
Low Battery
mV or V Milli-Volts or Volts (Voltage)
Ω Ohms (Resistance)
A Amperes (Current)
Hz% Hertz (Frequency) and
Duty Cycle
°F/°C Fahrenheit and Celsius
units (Temperature)
n,m,W,M,k Unit of measure prefixes: nano
milli, micro, mega, and kilo
Continuity test
Diode test
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No. DESCRIPTION
CURRENT FORK
NCV INDICATOR LIGHT
ROTARY FUNCTION SWITCH
DATA/HOLD/BACKLIGHT BUTTON
MODE BUTTON
Hz/% BUTTON
REL BUTTON
LCD DISPLAY
COM INPUT JACK
V CAP TEMP Hz JACK
BATTERY COVER

SPECIFICATIONS
Input Impedance: 10MΩ
Over range protection: 600V DC or 600V AC RMS
Input Impedance: 10MΩ
Over range protection: 600V DC or 600V AC RMS
Frequency Response: 50Hz~400Hz
Over range protection: Maximum input 200A
Frequency Response: 50Hz~60Hz
Over range protection: 250V DC or 250V AC RMS
Function
AC Current
Range
200
Accuracy (% of reading + digits)
± (3% + 5d)
Resolution
100mV
Function
Resistance
Range
400
4k
40k
400k
4M
40M
Accuracy (% of reading + digits)
± (1.0% + 2d)
± (1.2% + 2d)
± (1.2% +2d)
± (1.2% + 2d)
± (1.2% + 2d)
± (1.2% + 2d)
Resolution
0.1
1
10
100
1k
10k Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
Ω
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Function
DC Voltage
Range
4V
40V
400V
600V
Accuracy (% of reading + digits)
± (1.5% + 2d)
± (1.5% + 2d)
± (1.5% + 2d)
± (2% + 2d)
Resolution
1mV
10mV
100mV
1V
Function
AC Voltage
Range
4V
40V
400V
600V
Accuracy (% of reading + digits)
± (2% + 5d)
± (1.5% + 2d)
± (1.5% + 2d)
± (2% + 2d)
Resolution
1mV
10mV
100mV
1V
10mV
10mV
± (1.2% + 2d)
10kΩ
100kΩ

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SPECIFICATIONS
Function
Frequency
Range
40Hz
400Hz
4KHz
40KHz
400KHz
10MHz
Accuracy (% of reading + digits)
± (1.0% + 2d)
± (1.2% + 2d)
± (1.2% +2d)
± (1.2% + 2d)
± (1.2% + 2d)
± (1.2% + 2d)
Resolution
0.01Hz
0.1Hz
1Hz
10Hz
100Hz
100Hz
Input sensitivity: 10mV rms
Over range protection: 300V DC or 300V AC RMS
Sensitivity: <0.5V RMS
Pulse width: >100us, <100ms;
Overload protection: 300V DC or 300V AC RMS
Sensor: K Type banana plug
Over range protection: 250V DC or 250V AC RMS
Over range protection: 250V DC or 250V AC RMS
Function
Duty Cycle
Range
0.1%~99.9%
Accuracy (% of reading + digits)
± 1.2% ± 2d
Resolution
0.1%
Function
Temperature
Range
-20.0C to 760.0˚C
4˚F to 1400˚F
Accuracy (% of reading + digits)
± (3.0% ± 5˚C)
± (3% ±8˚F)
4˚F to 140˚F
Resolution
0.1˚C
1˚F
Function
Capacitance
Range
4nF
40nF
400nF
4 µF
40 µF
100 µF
Accuracy (% of reading + digits)
± (5% + 20d)
± (3.0% + 5d)
± (3.0% + 5d)
± (3.0% + 5d)
± (3.0% + 5d)
± (5.0% + 10d)
Resolution
0.1 nF
1 nF
10 nF
100 nF
1 µF
10 µF
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10MHz
10Hz
-200.0˚ C to 760.0˚C
± (3% ± 8˚F)
± (1.2% + 2d)

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Clamp jaw opening 1.2" (30 mm) approximately
Display 3-3/4 digits (4000 counts) backlit LCD
Continuity check Buzzer sounds at less than 50Ω
Diode Test Test current of 0.5mA typical
Open circuit voltage < 2VDC typical
Low battery indication is displayed
Over-range indication “OL” display
Measurement rate 3 readings per second, nominal
Temperature sensor Type K thermocouple
Input impedance 10MΩ (VDC and VAC)
Operating temperature 5˚C to 40˚C (41˚F to 104˚F)
Storage temperature -20˚C to 60˚C (-4˚F to 140˚F)
Operating humidity Max 80% up to 31˚C (87˚F) decreasing linearly
to 50% at 40˚C (104˚F)
Storage humidity < 80%
Operating altitude 7000 ft. (2000 meters) maximum
Battery 2*1.5V AAA battery
Auto power OFF After approximately 30 minutes
Dimensions & weight 230 x 82 x 40 mm / 230 g
Safety For indoor use and in accordance with the
requirements for double insulation to
IEC 1010-1 (2001) : EN61010-1 (2001)
Over voltage category II1000V and category
III 600V, pollution degree 2.
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Operating humidity

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OPERATION
Note: Read and understand all Warning and Caution statements in this
operation manual prior to using this meter. Set the function select switch to the
OFF position when the meter is not in use.
6-1. AC Current Measurements
• Set the function switch to AC Current.
• Place the current fork around the middle of the test lead.
• The clamp meter LCD will display the reading.
6-2. AC Voltage Measurements
• Insert the black test lead into the negative COM terminal and the red test lead
into the positive V Hz% Ω CAP TEMP terminal.
• Set the function switch to AC Voltage.
• Connect the test leads in parallel to the circuit under test.
• Read the voltage measurement on the LCD display.
6-3. DC Voltage Measurements
• Insert the black test lead into the negative COM terminal and the red test lead
into the positive V Hz% Ω CAP TEMP terminal.
• Set the function switch to DC Voltage.
• Connect the test leads in parallel to the circuit under test.
• Read the voltage measurement on the LCD display.
6-4. Resistance Measurements
• Insert the black test lead into the negative COM terminal and the red test lead
into the positive V Hz% Ω CAP TEMP terminal.
• Set the function switch to Ω CAP position.
• Use the MODE button to select Resistance Measurement.
• Touch the test probe tips across the circuit or component under test.
• Read the resistance on the LCD display.
Note: When set to this position, Data Hold and backlight function cannot be used.
6-5. Continuity Measurements
• Insert the black test lead into the negative COM terminal and the red test lead
into the V Hz% Ω CAP TEMP positive terminal.
• Set the function switch to Ω CAP position.
• Use the MODE button to select continuity “ ”. The display icons will change
when the MODE button is pressed.
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6-6. Capacitance Measurements
To avoid electric shock, discharge the capacitor under test before measuring.
• Set the function switch to Ω CAP position.
• Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and the red
test lead banana plug into the V Hz% Ω TEMP positive jack.
• Use the MODE button to select CAP measurements.
• Touch the test probe tips across the part number under test.
• Read the capacitance value in the display.
• The display will indicate the proper decimal point and value.
Note: When set to this position, Data Hold and backlight function cannot be used.
For very large values of capacitance measurement, it can take several minutes
before the final reading stabilizes.
• Touch the test probe tips across the circuit or component under test.
• If the resistance is at less than 50Ω, a tone will sound.
6-7. Diode Measurements
• Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and the red
test lead banana plug into the V Hz% Ω CAP positive jack.
• Turn the function switch to Ω CAP position. Use the MODE button to
select the diode function if necessary (diode symbol will appear on the
LCD when in Diode test mode).
• Touch the test probe tips to the diode or semiconductor junction under test.
Note the meter reading.
• Reverse the test lead polarity by reversing the red and black leads. Note
this reading.
• The diode or junction can be evaluated as follows:
1. If one reading displays a value (typically 0.400V to 0.900V) and the other
reading displays “OL”, the diode is good.
2. If both readings display “OL” the device is open.
3. If both readings are very small or “0”, the device is shorted.
Note: When set to this position, Data Hold and backlight function cannot be used.
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