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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DL250
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Introduction Safety Notes The DL250 Digital Clamp-on is the all-in-one test-tool that's designed Before using this meter, read all safety information carefully. In to make quick work of HVAC/R service and industrial maintenance. this manual the word "WARNING" is used to indicate conditions Whether you're measuring flame safeguard current, motor inrush or actions that may pose physical hazards to the user. The word current, run/start capacitors, recording time-stamped temperature "CAUTION"
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4. Range and Time Stamp Push-button: Switches meter International Symbols from auto to manual ranging. Also initiates the time stamp function when used in conjunction with MA X / MIN / R e c o r d i n g . 5. Hold Push-button: Freezes the value displayed on the digital read-out. This function does not work while recording is in progress. Also turns on back light and work area light. 6. MAX/MIN Push-button: Use to cycle through recorded and present values, and the time stamp function. 7. Cl
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The following describes the indicators displayed by the LCD. 29. OFL: This symbol appears when the input value exceeds the meters selected range or overall specification. 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Operating Instructions 16 Auto Power Off 17 28 18 The instrument automatically shuts off after 30 minutes of inactivity. 19 The meter is considered active when there is a change of at least 10 20 digits during the period (i.e., the meter senses a change from 24.04 volts to 24.14 volts) 29 To disable this
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When the “MIN/MAX” button is pressed a second time, the symbol B. Press the “TIME STAMP” button to return the display to the “MAX” appears at the top of the display, while the maximum recorded measured values. Press the “MIN/MAX” button; the “MIN” value is displayed. When the “MIN/MAX” button is pressed a third symbol appears at the top of the LCD and a value of “088.3” time, the “MIN” symbol appears at the top of the display, while the is displayed. Press the “TIME STAMP” button; the time sta
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The maximum limit for this function is 400 amps AC. Too much Measuring Three-Phase AC Volts current will saturate the ferrous material in the clamp, and adversely affect accuracy. WARNING! This meter is primarily designed to measure residential, commercial WARNING! and light industrial AC voltage. When measuring 3-phase circuits, DO NOT attempt to take any unknown voltage or current measure m e n t s line-to-line, the value of the voltage is actually higher than the rated that may be in excess
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The voltage or current applied during resistance measurements could Your meter is designed to apply enough voltage, in the forward biased damage some devices. Typically, the voltages applied in the resistance direction, to allow current flow. All diodes use up or “drop” a small ranges vary from 3 volts in the lowest range to 0.5 volts in the highest amount of the supplied voltage when they are forward biased. When range. Current will typically vary from 800 µA at the lowest range to 30 they are
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Measuring Capacitance To measure AC or DC current flow (in amps): This meter measures capacitors, such as those used as motor-run-start 1. Ensure power is off to the circuit to be tested. capacitors, ranging in value from .001 to 10,000 microfarads (µf). 2. Insert the test leads into the meter (red to the multifunction port on the right, and black to the common port on the left). WARNING! Capacitors should be completely discharged prior to testing. 3. Set the rotary switch to the DC microamp
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Cleaning and Decontamination Fuse Replacement Periodically clean your meter’s case using a damp cloth. DO NOT use The DC µA position is protected by a 400 mA fuse. If this fuse blows the abrasives, cleaning solvents or strong detergents, as they may damage meter will display all zeros (example, 00.00 mA) on the LCD when the the finish or affect the reliability of the structural components. DC µA function is selected, regardless of input. Battery Replacement Always use a fresh replacement battery
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The specifications listed in the following table are based on an instru- Maximum voltage between any 600 V DC or AC RMS ment operating in an ambient temperature of between 65 and 90˚F, at a terminal and earth ground relative humidity of less than 80%, and within one year of calibration. Digital display 4000 Count - Updates 4 times per second The “accuracy” column indicates the percent of possible error based on Storage temperature -4˚ to 140˚F (-20˚ to 60˚) the reading displayed, plus an additi
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DL250 Digital Clamp-On Multimeter Limited Warranty The DL250 is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. If within the warra n ty period your instrument should become inoperative from such defects, the unit will be repaired or replaced at UE i ’ s option. This warra n ty covers normal use and does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failure which results from alteration, tampering, accident, misuse, abuse, ne
