Triplett 9007-A User manual

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TABLE OFCONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. Safety Rules and Warnings
3. International Symbols
4. Product Features
5. Specifications
6. Front Panel
7. Measurement Procedures
8. Test Lead Holders and Stand
9. Maintenance
10. Accessories
1:INTRODUCTION
The Triplett 9007-A isa ruggedized 3½ digit (2000 count)
high performanceprecision digital multimeter with a large
backlit high contrast LCD display. Itsoffering ofmeasurement
features includes ACand DC Voltage and Current,
Resistance, Continuity, Diode Test, Temperature, Frequency
and Capacitance. Theovermolded housing provides impact
and drop resistance ina sleek ergonomic package, and the
convenient Auto Power Off feature maximizes battery life. Its
industry leading CAT III design provides superior resistance to
damage from transient overvoltage’s such as those
experienced indemanding industrial settings. The 9007-A is
well suited foruse inall test environments, from occasional
use in residential applications, toeveryday use by installers,
home theater technicians, security technicians, electricians,
HVAC technicians, and other professionals in the electrical
and electronics industry.
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2:SAFETY RULES & WARNINGS
2.1 Read all instructions inthis manual before using this
meter. Failure todo so may result indamage tothe
meter orinjury tothe user.
2.2 Prior tousing the meter inany situation which could
result ininjury tothe user, inorder toverify that the
meter is functional and producing a valid reading,
test the meter on a circuit(s) known tohave
potentials equivalent tothe potential that istobe
measured. For example, before using the meter to
determine if an AC power line isenergized with
120VAC,test the meter on a line known tobe
energized with 120VAC. Failure todo so may result
indamage tothe meter orinjury tothe user.
2.3 Do not use this meter with itscase open, orwith
parts removed. Doing so may damage the meter
and/or injure the user.
2.4 When using this meter inschools and workshops,
responsible teachers orskilled personnel must
control the usage ofthis meter. Failure toobserve
this precaution may result indamage tothe meter or
injury tothe user.
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2.5 Follow the recommendations ofany Trade
Organizations or Regulatory Agencies whose scope
encompasses the use of this meter. Failure todo so
may result indamage tothe meter orinjury tothe user.
2.6 Do not open this meter formaintenance without
first disconnecting the test leadsfrom all external
circuitry. Failure toobserve this precaution may
result indamage tothe meter orinjury tothe user.
2.7 Repairs and maintenance must only be carried out by
qualified service personnel orqualified electricians /
technicians who know the dangers of, and the safety
rules applicable tothis type ofequipment. Failure to
observe this precaution may result indamage tothe
meter orinjury to the user.
2.8 Always set the meter tothe appropriate range or
mode before connecting it tothe circuitry tobe
tested. Failure to observe this precaution may result
indamage tothe meter orinjury tothe user.
2.9 Check the condition ofthe test leads before making a
measurement. Do not use the test leads if there is
damaged insulation orexposed metal. Failure to
observe this precaution may result in damage to the
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meter or injury to the user.
2.10 Make sure test leads are properly inserted and
seated inthe meter’s input jacks. A loose test lead
may cause the user
tobelieve that no hazard exists, when infact,
dangerous voltages orcurrents may be present.
Failure toobserve
this precaution may result indamage tothe meter or
injury tothe user.
2.11 Do not touch the tips ofthe test leads when making
a measurement. Do not touch live circuitry when
making a measurement. Failure toobserve this
precaution may result indamage tothe meter or
injury tothe user.
2.12 Before using the meter, examine both the meter and
the test leads fordamage. Do not use the meter if
damage (damaged insulation, exposed metal, cracked
case, burnt smell, etc.) is evident. Failure toobserve
this precaution may result in damage tothe meter or
injury tothe user.
2.13 Insert the test leads inthe jacks specified inthe
instructions forperforming particular tests. Inserting
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the test leads in incorrect jacks can damagethe meter
and/or injure the user.
2.14 Do not exceed the maximum voltage orcurrent
limitations ofthe meter (see product specifications).
Doing so may damagethe meter and/or injure the
user.
2.15 Do not apply voltage orcurrent tothe input ofthe
meter when it isset toany ofthe Ohms  ranges.
Doing so may damage the meter and/or injure the
user.
2.16 Do not apply voltage orcurrent tothe input ofthe
meter when it isset tothe Diode Test or
Continuity Beeper modes. Doing so may damage
the meter and/or injure the user.
2.17 Do not attempt to measure a voltage source with the
test leads plugged into the meter’s uAmA or 10A
jacks. Doing so may damage the meter and/or injure
the user.
2.18 Do not rotate the Function switch with the test leads
connected tothe circuitry tobe tested. Doing so may
damage the meter orthe circuitry, and/or injure the
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user.
2.19 Replace fuses only with exact orequivalent fuses.
Do not “bridge” fuses out ofcircuit. Failure to
observe this precaution may result indamage to
the meter or injury tothe user.
2.20 Do not apply voltages tothe input ofthe meter
which are elevated above the earth ground
potential by more than 600V AC/DC. Doing so
may damage the meter and/or injure the user.
2.21 Do not continue touse meter when the “lowbattery”
symbol isdisplayed. The displayed reading may
be inerror andlead the user tobelieve that no hazard
exists, when infact, dangerous voltages orcurrents
may be present. Failure to observe this precaution
may result indamage tothe meter
orinjury tothe user.
2.22 Use caution when working with voltages above 25
volts AC or 35 volts DC. Such voltages may cause a
life threatening electrical shock.
2.23 This meter isnot foruse by children. Failure toobserve
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this precaution may result indamage tothe meter or
injury tothe user.
2.24 Do not use this meter tomake measurements in
adverse environments such as rain, snow, fog, or
locations with steam, explosive gases ordusts.
Doing so may damage the meter and/or injure the
user.
2.25 Do not use meter incondensing atmospheres.
That is, do not use meter inconditions where
ambient temperature and humidity could cause
condensation ofwater inside ofmeter. Doing so
may cause injury tothe user.
2.26 Do not use the meter if either the meter orthe test
leads are wet, either from exposuretothe weather, or
after cleaning the case ofthe meter. Doing so may
cause injury tothe user.
2.27 Do not attempt immediate use ofthe meter when
bringing it from a cold environment toa warm
environment. Condensation ofwater, inside and
outside ofthe meter, may produce dangerous
measuring conditions. Allow the meter towarm to
room temperature before using. Failure to observe
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this precaution may result indamage tothe meter or
injury tothe user.
2.28 Do not modify the meter. Changing the design
may make the meter unsafe and may result in
injury tothe user.
2.29 Use caution when attempting toevaluate if a
dangerous voltage ispresent. The meter willnot
read ACvoltage if it isset toDC, nor willit read DC
if it isset toAC. For example, if the meter isset to
200VDC, it willnot measure a dangerous AC
voltage, even if the probes are inserted into a
household AC wall outlet.
2.30 Do not touch the metallic portion ofone test lead if the
other test lead isconnected toa live circuit. The
current from the live circuit may pass through the
meter and appear on the unconnected test lead.
Failure toobserve this warning may result inuser
injury.
2.31 Do not attempt touse meter when no display ispresent
on LCD.Doing so may damage the meter and/or injure
the user.
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2.32 Use caution when measuring circuits containing
capacitors. Capacitors can store dangerous orlethal
levels ofelectricity, even when the circuitry which they
are inhas been disconnected from itspower source.
Some capacitors could source enough energy to
damage the meter and/or injure the user.
2.33 Do not use the meter if there isevidence ofchemical
leakage from the battery. Leakagecould damage
meter and lead to injury ofuser.
2.34 Do not use this meter tomeasurecurrent incircuits
whose open circuit voltage exceeds 250V AC/DC.
The meter’s fuses are rated at 250V max. Failure to
observe this precaution may result indamage tothe
meter orinjury tothe user.
2.35 When you use the meter tocheck a high-voltage
circuit, do not trytoconnect both test leads at once.
Instead, clip one probe tothe neutral orground lead
ofthe circuit (usually a bare, green, orwhite wire in
ACwiring circuits) using the insulatedslip-on
Alligator Clips.Then probe forvoltages with the other
test lead.This helps prevent you from accidentally
touching a hot wire, since you need to concentrate
on only one test lead. Failure toobserve this
precaution may result indamage tothe meter or
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injury tothe user.
2.36 If there isany doubt about the condition ofthe meter
(i.e. safe vs unsafe), remove the meter from service
and secure it ina location that willprevent its
unintentional use. Failure toobservethis precaution
may result indamage tothe meter orinjury tothe
user.
2.37 Do not use the meter if it does not appear towork
correctly on all ranges and inall modes. Failure to
observe this precaution may result indamage tothe
meter orinjury tothe user.
2.38 Do not use the meter if it has undergone long-term
storage under unfavorable conditions. Failure to
observe this precaution may result indamage tothe
meter orinjury
tothe user.
2.39 Do not use the meter if it may have been
damaged in transport. Failure toobserve this
precaution may result indamage tothe meter or
injury tothe user.
2.40 Always connect one ofthe meter’s alligator clips tothe
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low side ofa power circuit first. Never clamp onto a
hot wire first, (usually red, black, orblue inACwiring
circuits.) If you clamp onto a hot wire first, and touch
the other probe, you could receive a shock. Failure to
observe this precaution may result indamage tothe
meter orinjury tothe user.
2.41 To avoid damage tothe meter and possible user injury,
disconnect test leads from test points before changing
the function/range. Failure toobserve this precaution
may result indamage tothe meter orinjury tothe user.
2.42 Avoid usagenear strong magnetic fields (magnets,
loudspeakers, transformers, motors, coils, relays,
contactors, electromagnets, etc.). The meter may
display readings that are inerror, causing the user to
misinterpret the hazards present. For example, the
meter may indicate a low voltage when high
voltages are actually present. Failure
toobservethis precaution may result indamage tothe
meter orinjury tothe user.
2.43 Avoid usagenear strong electrostatic fields (high
voltage power lines, televisions, computer
monitors, etc.).The meter may display readings
that are inerror, causing the user tomisinterpret
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the hazards present. For example, the meter may
indicate a low voltage when high voltages are
actually present. Failure toobservethis precaution
may result indamage tothe meter orinjury tothe
user.
2.44 Avoid usage near strong RF fields (radio or
television transmitters, walkie talkies, cellular
phones, etc.).The meter may display readings
that are inerror, causing the user to
misinterpret the hazards present. For example,
the meter may indicate a low voltage when
high voltages are actually present. Failure to
observe this precaution may result indamage
tothe meter orinjury tothe user.
2.45 Remove the battery when the meter may be left
unused for longer than 1month. Chemical leakage
from the battery could damage the meter, leading to
user injury.
2.46 Do not attempt totest charged capacitors. Only
discharged capacitors may be tested. If you wish to
test a capacitor, discharge it using an approved
method before connecting it tothe meter. Caution:
Some capacitors can store dangerous lethal charges.
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Discharging these capacitors can be dangerous
unless an approved method isused. Failure
toobservethis precaution may result indamage
tothe meter orinjury tothe user.
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3: INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
The following International Symbols may be used inthis
manual and on the case ofthe meter toidentify, caution, or
warn the user of important product limitations orimportant
operational procedures that must be followed toensure safe
usage ofthe product.
Low Battery
See Instruction Manual
DC
Double Insulated
Diode
Dangerous Voltages
Ground
AC
Fuse
Beeper
AC or DC
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4:PRODUCT FEATURES
4.1 30 Measurement Ranges
4.2 Huge 1.4” tall High Contrast LCD display
4.3 White LCD Backlight allows viewing inpoorly lit areas
4.4 31/2 digit resolution (2000 counts)
4.5 Protective shock absorbing overmolded shell with
built in stand and test lead holders
4.6 Diode Test
4.7 Continuity Beeper
4.8 Temperature Test
4.9 Frequency Test
4.10 Capacitance Test
4.11 Auto Power Off
4.12 FusedmA and Amp ranges
4.13 Overload protection
4.14 Double Insulated
4.15 CE Mark (EMC / LVD)
4.16 CAT I, II, and III compliance
(see Specifications fordetails)
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5:SPECIFICATIONS
5.1 Display: ..............................1.4” (35mm) high LCD
5.2 Display Resolution: ............2000 counts, 0000 to2000
5.3 Overrange Indication: .........First digit displays “1”, remaining
digits are blank
5.4 Measurement Rate: .............2 times per second
5.5 Low Battery Annunciator: ..
5.6 Operating Conditions:
Temperature: ......……........0 to 50 degrees C
(32 to122 degrees F)
RelativeHumidity……………less than 70%
5.7 Storage Conditions:
Temperature: .......…...........-20 to60 degrees C
(-4to140 degrees F)
RelativeHumidity….............less than 80%
5.8 Case Dimensions: ...............182 x82 x55 mm (LxW xH)
7.1x3.2 x2.1 inches (LxW xH)
5.9 Weight (wbattery) ………….Approx. 360 grams, 0.79 lbs.
5.10 Battery: ...................…........1 standard 9volt alkalinebattery
NEDA 1604, Triplett Part No. 37-48
5.11 Battery Life: ........…............Typically 200 hours
5.12 Fuses: .................…............0.2A / 250 volt FAST, 5x20mm
fuse, formA ranges.
10A / 600 volt FAST, 6x25mm,
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5:SPECIFICATIONS CONT.
5.13 Insulation: ................Double Insulated (Protection ClassII)
5.14 Pollution Degree ….2
5.15 Approvals: ...............IEC 1010-1 (EN61010-1) Overvoltage
Category (Installation Category)
Category I to600 volts DC, 600 volts AC
Category II to600 volts DC, 600 volts AC
Category III to600 volts DC, 600 volts AC CE: EMC, LVD
Note:
a) T he f ollowing accur ac y specifica tions ar e valid a t 23
de g r ees C , +/- 5 degrees C, Relative Humidity less than 75%
b)
The specifications are in the form “ +/- (x%of reading +
LSD)”
where LSD is “Least Significant Digit”.
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DC Voltage
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
200.0mV
0.1mV
± (0.5% rdg + 2
digit)
2.000V
1mV
20.00V
10mV
200.0V
100mV
600V
1V
± (0.8% rdg + 2 dgt)
Input Impedance: All ranges are 10MΩ
Overload Protection: 200mV Rang e: 250V AC/DC rms .
s
.
s
s
Other VDC ranges: 600VDC, 600VAC rms
Input
Impedance: All ranges are 10MΩ
Frequency: 50Hz to400Hz
Overload Protection: 200mV Rang e: 250V AC/DC rms.
Other VACranges: 600VDC, 600VAC rms
Display: Average Value (RMS of Sine W a ve)
AC Voltage
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
2.000V
1mV
±
(1.0% rdg + 3
digits)
20.00V
10mV
200.0V
100mV
600V
1V
± (1.2% rdg + 5digits)
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DC Current
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
2.000mA
1μA
±(1.0% rdg + 3digits)
200.0mA
100
μA
±(1.5% rdg + 3digits)
10.00A
10mA
±(2.5% rdg + 10digits)
Overload Protection: 0.2A / 250V fuse
(below 200mA range)
10A /600V fuse (10A r ang e)
Limit measurement time on 10A range to 30 seconds for
inputs over 10A. Allow 15 minutes cool down between
measurements.
Overload Protection: 0.2A / 250V fuse
(below 200mA range)
10A /600V fuse (10A range) Limit
measurement time on 10A range to 30 seconds for inputs
over 10A. Allow 15 minutes cool
down between
measurements.
Display:
Average Value (RMS of Sine W a ve)
AC Current
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
2.000mA
1μA
± (1.2% rdg + 3digits)
200.0mA
100μA
± (2.0% rdg + 3digits)
10.00A
10mA
± (3% rdg + 10 digits)
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