AM500EUR - Multimeter FLUKE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AM500EUR FLUKE

Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability

Your Beha-Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for three years from the date of purchase unless local laws require otherwise. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on the behalf of Beha-Amprobe. To obtain service during the warranty period, return the product with proof of purchase to an authorized Beha-Amprobe Service Center or to an Beha-Amprobe dealer or distributor. See Repair Section for details. THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY. ALL OTHER WARRANTYES - WHERER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY - INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTYES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. Since some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential damages, this limitation of liability may not apply to you.

Repair

All Beha-Amprobe tools returned for warranty or non-warranty repair or for calibration should be accompanied by the following: your name, company's name, address, telephone number, and proof of purchase. Additionally, please include a brief description of the problem or the service requested and include the test leads with the meter. Non-warranty repair or replacement charges should be remitted in the form of a check, a money order, credit card with expiration date, or a purchase order made payable to Beha-Amprobe.

In-Warranty Repairs and Replacement – All Countries

Please read the warranty statement and check your battery before requesting repair. During the warranty period, any defective test tool can be returned to your Beha-Amprobe distributor for an exchange for the same or like product. Please check the "Where to Buy" section on beha-amprobe.com for a list of distributors near you.

Non-Warranty Repairs and Replacement - Europe

European non-warranty units can be replaced by your Beha-Amprobe distributor for a nominal charge. Please check the "Where to Buy" section on beha-amprobe.com for a list of distributors near you.

Beha-Amprobe

Division and reg. trademark of Fluke Corp. (USA)

Germany* United Kingdom

In den Engematten 14 52 Hurricane Way

79286 Glottertal Norwich, Norfolk

Germany NR6 6JB United Kingdom

Phone: [phone] - 0 Phone: [phone]

The Netherlands - Headquarters**

Science Park Eindhoven 5110

5692 EC Son

The Netherlands

Phone: [phone]

beha-amprobe.com

*Correspondence only - no repair or replacement available from this address.

European customers please contact your distributor.)

**single contact address in EEA Fluke Europe BV

LCD Display
3 DATA HOLD Button
2 SELECT Button
4 Rotary Switch
Input Terminal for voltage, diode, resistance and continuity measurement
Input Terminal for battery test and AC/DC mA or A measurement
Input Terminal for AC/DC A measurement to10A
COM (return) terminal for all measurements

Screen Display

The Meter selects the range with best resolution
2 Direct Current
Alternate Current
Negative reading
5 Data hold
6 Diode test
Continuity test
Measurement units for resistance test
Measurement units for voltage test
Measurement units for current test
Low battery indicator
12 Battery Test

CONTENTS

SYMBOLS 2

SAFETY INFORMATION 2

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 4

FEATURES 4

MAKING MEASUREMENT 5

Rotary Switch Positions. 5

SELECT Button 6

DATA HOLD Button. 6

Auto Power OFF 6

Measuring AC and DC Voltage 6

Measuring Resistance 7

Measuring Continuity 7

Measuring Diode. 8

Battery Test. 8

Measuring AC and DC Current 9

SPECIFICATION 10

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 14

BATTERY AND FUSE REPLACEMENT 15

SYMBOLS

A	Caution! Risk of electric shock.
A	Caution! Refer to the explanation in this Manual
~	Alternating Current (AC)
=	Direct Current (DC)
□	The equipment is protected by double insulation or reinforced insulation
±	Earth (Ground)
●●●	Audible tone
+	Battery
CE	Complies with European Directives
◎	Conforms to relevant Australian standards
©C US	Canadian Standards Association (NRTL/C)
×	Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Contact a qualified recycler.

SAFETY INFORMATION

The Meter complies with:

IEC/EN 61010-1 3rd Edition, UL61010-1 2nd Ed. and CAN/

CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-04 + CSA Update No.1: 2008 to

Category III 600 Volts, Pollution degree 2

IEC/EN 61010-2-030

IEC/EN 61010-2-31 for test leads

EMC IEC/EN 61326-1

"This product has been tested to the requirements of CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1, second edition, including Amendment 1, or a later version of the same standard incorporating the same level of testing requirements".

Measurement Category III (CAT III) is for measurements performed in the building installation. Examples are measurements on distribution boards, circuit- breakers, wiring, including cables, bus-bars, junction boxes,

switches, socket-outlets in the fixed installation, and equipment for industrial use and some other equipment, for example, stationary motors with permanent connection to the fixed installation.

CENELEC Directives

The instruments conform to CENELEC Low-voltage directive 2006/95/EC and Electromagnetic compatibility directive 2004/108/EC

Warning: Read Before Using

• To avoid possible electrical shock or personal injury, follow these instructions and use the Meter only as specified in this manual.
• Do not use the Meter or test leads if they appear damaged, or if the Meter is not operating properly. If in doubt, have the Meter serviced.
• Always use the proper function and range for measurements.
• Before rotating the function range selection switch, disconnect test probe from circuit under test.
• Verify the Meter's operation by measuring on a known voltage source.
• Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked on the Meter, between the test probe or between any test probe and earth ground.
• Use the Meter with caution for voltages above 30 Vac rms, 42 Vac peak, or 60 Vdc. These voltages pose electrical shock hazards.
• Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance.
• Do not use the Meter around explosive gas or vapor.
• When using the test leads, keep your fingers behind the finger guards.
• Remove test leads from the Meter before opening the Meter case or battery door.
• if the meter is used in a manner not specified in the users manual, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired

Your shipping carton should include:

1 AM-500-EUR Multimeter
1 Pair of test leads
2 1.5V alkaline AAA battery (installed)
1 Users manual

If any of the items are damaged or missing, return the complete package to the place of purchase for an exchange.

FEATURES

Easy to use digital multimeter designed for the homeowner or DIY enthusiast. Install, troubleshoot or repair light fixtures, fans, appliances, or automotive electrical problems with easy and safety of a CAT III 600V rated product. Check for voltage in electrical sockets, extension cords, batteries and other electrical circuits. Let the power of a professional Amprobe multimeter keep you safe and help you solve all your electrical challenges.

• Measurements: Voltage up to 600V AC/DC, AC/DC Current and Resistance
• Audible continuity
• Diode Test
  Data hold
• Auto power off
• Low battery warning
• Safety: CAT III 600V

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1. Use the proper function and range for measurements.
2. To avoid possible electrical shock, personal injury or damages to the Meter, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance and diode.

3. Connecting test leads:

4. Connect the common (COM) test lead to the circuit before connecting the live lead.

5. After measurement, remove live lead before removing the common (COM) test lead from the circuit.

6. Symbol "OL" is displayed on LCD when the measurement is out of range.

Rotary Switch Positions

Switch Position		Measurement Function
V∞		AC or DC voltage measurement (use SELECT button for switching to AC or DC).
Ω		Resistance measurement
→		Voltage measurement of diode PN junction
···		Continuity measurement
43	9V	For measurement of dry batteries of not exceeding 15Vdc
	1.5V	For measurement of dry batteries of not exceeding 2Vdc
μA mA mA A		AC or DC current measurement (use SELECT button for switching to AC or DC).
Button	SELECT	Press to select alternate measurement functions on the rotary switch.
	DATA HOLD	Display freezes present reading

SELECT Button

Press the yellow SELECT button to select alternate measurement functions on the rotary switch.

DATA HOLD Button

Press DATA HOLD button to freeze present reading on display. Press again to resume normal operation.

Auto Power OFF

Auto power off: approx. 15 minutes.

When the Meter is in auto power off mode, press SELECT or DATA HOLD button to resume normal operation.

Measuring AC and DC Voltage

Press SELECT button to switch to DC voltage measurement function.

Do not apply on a voltage source higher than AC/DC 600V.

Measuring Resistance

4 Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance.

Note: On a higher resistance measurement (>1M) , the measurement may take a few seconds to get stable reading.

Measuring Continuity

4 Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing continuity.

Measuring Diode

Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing diode.

Battery Test

Applying a voltage source or incorrect battery type under battery test may cause personal Injury or damage to the Meter.

Battery 1.5V range is for dry battery not exceeding 2Vdc. The resistance load is around 30

Battery 9V range is for dry battery not exceeding 15Vdc. The resistance load is around 1K . The resistance load is around 1K .

Measuring AC and DC Current

Press SELECT button for switching to DC current measurement function.

4 To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter:

1. Do not attempt to make an in-circuit current measurement when the open-circuit potential to earth ground exceeding 600 V.
2. Switch to proper function and range for your measurement.
3. Do not place the test probe in parallel with a circuit when the test leads are connected to the current terminals.
4. Connect the test leads to the correct input A/mA μA current terminal and to the circuit before powering the circuit under test.
5. After measurement, switching OFF the circuit's power before removing test leads from the circuit.

For current range from 8-10A, do not measure current for more than one (1) minute. Wait for 10 minutes before taking another measurement.

Ambient temperature: 23^ ± 5^ ( 73.4^ ± 9^ )

Relative temperature: ≤ 75%

Accuracy: ± (% of reading ^+ digits)

Maximum voltage between input terminal and earth ground: AC 600Vrms or DC 600V

Fuse for mA μA input: 0.5A H 700V fast-fuse, 6.3x32mm

Fuse for 10A input: 10A H 600V fast-fuse, 6x25mm

Maximum display: 1999, updates 2 to 3/sec Over-range indication: OL

Range: Automatic

Altitude: Operating ≤ 2000m

Operating temperature: 0^ +40^ ( 32^ 104^ )

Relative humidity: 0^ +30^ ( 32^ 86^ ) ≤ 75% ; +30^ +40^ ( 86^ 104^ ) ≤ 50%

Storage temperature: -10^ +50^ ( 14^ 122^ )

Electromagnetic compatibility: In an RF filed of 1V / m = Specified accuracy ± 5%

Battery: 2 x 1.5V AAA alkaline battery or equivalent Low battery indication:

Dimensions (L x W x H): 150 mm x 83 mm x 40 mm (5.9 in x 3.3 in x 1.6 in)

Weight: Approx. 290g (0.64lb) with batteries installed

1. DC Voltage Measurement

Range Resolution	lution Accuracy
200.0mV 0.1	mV ±(0.8%+3dgt)
2.000V 1mV		±(0.8%+1dgt)20.00 V 10mV
200.0V 100mV
600V 1V ±(1.0%+3dgt)

Input impedance: around 10M ; (Input impedance >3G for DC 200mV range)

Overload protection: 600VDC or AC rms

2. AC Voltage Measurement

Range Resolution	Accuracy
2.000V 1mV		±(1.0%+3dgt)20.00V 10mV
200.0V 100mV
600V 1V ±(1.2%+3dgt)

Input impedance: around 10M

Frequency response: 45Hz 400Hz

Overload protection: 600VDC or AC rms

3. Resistance Measurement

Range Resolution	Solution Accuracy
200.0Ω 0.1Ω		±(1.2%+5dgt) at ≤5Ω ±(1.2%+3dgt) at >5Ω
2.000kΩ 1Ω		±(1.0%+2dgt)20.00kΩ 10Ω
200.0kΩ 100Ω
2.000MΩ 1kΩ ±(1.2%+2dgt)
20.00MΩ 10kΩ ±(1.5%+5dgt)

200Ω range: Measured value = (Measured display value)

• (Short-circuiting value of probe)

Open circuit voltage: around 0.5V

Overload protection: 600V

4. :Continuity :Diode measurement

Range	Resolution	Accuracy
·	0.1Ω	Open circuit voltage is around 0.5V. Resistance >150Ω, buzzer will not sound. Resistance ≤10Ω, buzzer will sound. 11 < Resistance < 150……Not Specified.
→+	1mV	Open-circuit voltage is around 1.5V. Normal voltage is around 0.5V to 0.8V for silicon PN junction.

Overload protection: 600V

5. Battery Test

Range Resolution	lution Accuracy
1.5V	10mV ±(10%+3dgt)
9V

Overload protection:

F1 fuse, 0.5A H 700V fast-fuse, 46.3 × 32 ~mm

For 1.5 ~V range: Load resistance is around 30 .

For 9V range: Load resistance is around 1k

6. DC Current Measurement

Range Resolution		1μA	±(1.0%+2dgt)
μA	200.0μA 0	1μA
	2000μA 1μA	1μA
mA	20.00mA 10μA	10μA
	200.0mA 0.1mA	1mA
A	2.000A 1mA	1mA	±(1.2%+3dgt)
	10.00A 10mA	mA

Overload protection:

mA /μA input:

F1 fuse, 0.5A H 700V fast-fuse, 46.3 × 32 ~mm

10 A input:

F2 fuse, 10A H 600V fast-fuse, 46 × 25 ~mm

7. AC Current Measurement

Range Resolution		Accuracy
μA	200.0μA 0	1μA	±(1.2%+2dgt)
	2000μA 1μA
mA	20.00mA 10μA
	200.0mA 0.1mA
A	2.000A 1mA		±(1.5%+3dgt)
	10.00A 10mA

Frequency response: 45Hz 400Hz

Overload protection:

mA /μA input:

F1 fuse, 0.5A H 700V fast-fuse, 46.3 × 32 ~mm

10 A input:

F2 fuse, 10A H 600V fast-fuse, 46 × 25 ~mm

If the Meter fails to operate, check battery, test leads, etc., and replace as necessary.

Double check the followings:

1. Replace the fuse or battery if the meter does not work.
2. Review the operating instructions for possible mistakes in operating procedure.

Except for the replacement of the battery, repair of the meter should be performed only by an Authorized Service Center or by other qualified instrument service personnel.

The front panel and case can be cleaned with a mild solution of detergent and water.

Apply sparingly with a soft cloth and allow to dry completely before using. Do not use aromatic hydrocarbons, Gasoline or chlorinated solvents for cleaning.

WARNING

To avoid shock, injury, or damage to the Meter: Disconnect test leads before opening case. Use ONLY fuses with the amperage, interrupt, voltage, and speed ratings specified.

Replacing BATTERY follow below steps:

1. Disconnect the test lead probe from measuring circuit.
2. Turn the Meter to OFF position.
3. Remove the screws from the battery cover and open the battery cover
4. Remove the batteries and replace with two 1.5V Alkaline Batteries (AAA) or equivalent. Pay attention to the polarity signs.
5. Put the battery cover back and re-fasten the screw.

Battery: 1.5V Alkaline Batteries (AAA) or equivalent

Replacing FUSE follow below steps:

1. Disconnect the test lead probe from measuring circuit.
2. Turn the Meter to OFF position and remove the holster.
3. Remove the screws from the enclosure and open the enclosure.
4. Remove the broken fuse and replace with new specified fuse.
5. Put the enclosure back and re-fasten the screw.

Fuse:

mA /μA input:

F1 fuse, 0.5A H 700V fast-fuse, 6.3× 32mm

10 A input:

F2 fuse, 10A H 600V fast-fuse, 6 × 25 ~mm

Relative Temperature: ≤ 75%

Indikation for over omrade: OL

VEDLIKEHOLD OG REPARASJON 14

BYTTE BATTERI OG SIKRING 15

SYMBOLER

Sikring for 10 A-inngang:

10A H 600 V rask sikring, 6 × 25 ~mm

DATA HOLD -painike. 6

MANUTENÇA O REPARACAO 14

Beha-Amprobe (a division of Fluke Corp. USA) confirms herein that the unit you have purchased has been calibrated, during the manufacturing process, in compliance with the test procedures defined by Beha-Amprobe. All Beha-Amprobe procedures and quality controls are monitored on a permanent basis in compliance with the ISO 9000 Quality Management Standards. In addition, Beha-Amprobe confirms that all test equipment and instruments used during the calibration process are subject to constant control. All test equipment and instruments used are calibrated at determined intervals, using reference equipment which has also been calibrated in compliance with (and traceable to) the calibration standards of national and international laboratories.

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