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1. lay Battery Life replace 9V if blinking Auto Power Off Enabled High Voltage Warning gt 30VAC VDC Manual Range RNG Mode Data Hold Mode Inrush Amps Mode Model SC440 Continuity Test Diode Test Frequency Test hertz Resistance Test ohms Capacitance Test farads Duty Cycle Test percentage Micro Unit 10 one millionth Milli Unit 10 3 one thousandth Kilo Unit 10 one thousand Mega Unit 10 one million HOLD INRUSH il AUTO OFF TYPE K eas AN ina Unplug Leads and Slide TEMP Switch to the Right MicroAmps DC pADC Microamps for flame rectifier diode test on a heater control Connect leads between flame sensor probe and control module and turn heating unit on to read pA measurement When the flame is on there should be a measurable ADC signal typically under 10pADC Compare measurement to manufacturer s specification to determine if replacement is necessary Ranges 500A Resolution 0 14A Accuracy 1 0 2 Voltage burden 1V Overload Protection 600VDC or 600VAC rms Frequency Hz Through Leads Check incoming voltages to ensure they are cycling at 60Hz For frequency measurements on VFD equipment use the amp clamp Ranges 500Hz 5kHz 50kHz 500kHz 1MHz Resolution 0 1Hz Accuracy 0 1 5 Sensitivity 10Hz to 1MHz gt 3 5Vrms PW gt 1ps Duty Cycle Limits gt 30 and lt 70 Duty Cycle Duty cycle shows the On Time of a 5V logic signal square wave2. The new SC400 series clamp meters are designed for HVACR service Hang clamp meter to any metallic surface with the redesigned heavy duty magnet and keep your hands free to do more SC440 only See both voltage and amperage readings at the same time on the dual LCD display even in low light conditions using the bright blue backlight backlight SC440 only Take measurements with one hand using the single test lead holder for added safety Test leads come with removable gold plated tips to connect with Fieldpiece accessory heads Take more accurate VAC and AAC readings on VFDs with True RMS sensing technology SC440 only Measure the starting amp draw of a compressor with Inrush current feature SC440 only Find the wire you want to test with the automatic clamp jaw light SC440 only The SC400 series clamp meters are built to withstand the rigors of HVACR with high impact plastic and a display you can read in hot or cold environments Move from a cold freezer to a hot roof top and get accurate temperature measurements that lesser thermometers can not measure properly Specifications Display 5000 count dual display Backlight 60 second duration with auto off Blue color SC440 only Overrange OL or OL is displayed Measurement rate 3 3 times per second nominal Zero Automatic Operating environment 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C at lt 70 relative humidity Storage temperature 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C 0 t
3. Ranges 5 95 40Hz to 10kHz 10 90 10kHz to 20kHz Accuracy 5V logic 2 10 Resolution 0 1 PW gt 10ps Overload Protection 600VDC or 600VAC rms Capacitance MFD Set to MFD to test motor start and run capacitors Capacitors are one of the most failure prone components in a HVACR system Disconnect from power and resistors between terminals Discharge capacitor before testing If dIS C is displayed capacitor is not discharged completely Ranges 5yF 50uF 500uF 5mF Resolution 1nF Accuracy 3 15 5uF 3 5 50uF to 500pF 5 20 5mF Overload Protection 600VDC or 600VAC rms Modular Expandability Your new Swivel Clamp Meter is compatible with all Fieldpiece Accessory Heads With Fieldpiece Accessory Heads you can measure any available parameter and read the measurement on your new meter s display in real time Just set the range to VDC and press the RANGE button until mV is displayed Remove the probe tips of your test leads and connect your accessory head model AAV3 shown Visit www fieldpiece com to see all of the different accessory heads that Fieldpiece offers F az MFp 2 7 Vac DC o NCV Hz F pAnc o gt F Hz Aac Q F Vac MFD Voc NCV Hz F C pApc en F az mrp 2 7 Vac NCV Hz F C pApc Discharge Cap First Temp Calibration For accuracies of 1 F calibrate to a known temperature A glass of stabilized ice water is very close to 32 F 0 C
4. steady beep and green LED indicate you have continuity Press SELECT once Range 5000 Resolution 0 10 Response time 100ms Audible beep lt 300 Overload Protection 600VDC or 600VAC rms Diode Test gt Test diodes for proper forward and reversed biased functions Test current 0 8mA Approx Accuracy 1 5 5 Open circuit volts 3 2VDC typical Audible beep lt 0 03V Visual Indicator Green LED Overload Protection 600VDC or 600VAC rms Auto Power Off Auto power off or APO will automatcially turn off your meter after 30 minutes of inactivty By default it is activated and APO will show on the display To disable turn meter off Hold and power on the meter by turning the selector dial to any range Release after the beep APO will no longer display over the battery icon Auto Hold Press and hold asa for two seconds Meter will beep and HOLD will blink on LCD After 6 seconds the measurement on screen will freeze automatically Press as to exit this mode Battery Replacement When your meter s battery is low the battery icon will appear empty and blink for 30 seconds LO bt will display and meter will power off Turn dial to OFF position disconnect test leads and remove the battery cover with magnet strap SC440 only on the back of your meter Remove old battery and replace with a standard 9V battery only Be sure to re insert the magnet strip before re installing the battery cover Ma
5. Fieldpiece Essential Clamp Meters OPERATOR S Fietdpiece MANUAL Models SC440 SC420 Safety Information Never ground yourself when taking electrical measurements Do not touch exposed metal pipes outlets fixtures etc which might be at ground potential while taking measure ments Keep your body isolated from ground by using dry clothing rubber shoes rubber mats or any approved insulating material Disconnect the test leads before opening the case Inspect the test leads for damage to the insulation or exposed wire Replace if suspect Keep your fingers behind the finger guards on the probes while taking measurements When disconnecting from a circuit disconnect the RED lead first then the common BLACK lead Use one handed testing when possible Work with others Turn off power to the circuit under test before cutting unsoldering or breaking the circuit Do not measure resistance ohms when circuit is powered Isolate load by disconnecting from circuit Disconnectthe meter from circuit before turning any inductor off including motors transform ers and solenoids High voltage transients can damage the meter beyond repair Quick Start 1 For electrical testing connect test leads to COM and jacks 2 Rotate the dial to your desired measurement 3 Connecttotest points and read measurement 4 For temperature testing remove test leads slid
6. and is usually very convenient but any known temperature can be used 1 Select the F C range 2 Plug thermocouple to be calibrated into the Type K jack 3 Unscrew A and B and remove the battery cover 4 Stabilize a large cup of ice water Stir the ice with the water until temperature stays ata stable value 5 Immerse the thermocouple probe and let it stabilize Arse Keep stirring water to prevent micro environments 6 Do not let the thermocouple come in direct contact with c ice 7 Use a small screwdriver to Teme ca adjust calibration pot C below B the battery as close to 32 F 0 C as you would like Note J1 J2 switch is for auto calibration purposes only Do not switch from J2 A Voltage DC VDC Select VDC and measure DC voltages on circuit boards on more advanced HVACR systems Ranges 500mV 5V 50V 500V 600V Resolution 0 1mV Accuracy 0 5 2 Input impedance gt 100MQ 500mV 10M0 5V 9 1MO 50V 600V Resistance 1 Used for ohming out a compressor 0 10 resolution is necessary to test the resistance between the motor poles because the values are typically very low Ranges 5000 5k0 50k 500kQ 5M0 50M0 Resolution 0 10 Overload Protection 600VDC or 600VAC rms Accuracy 1 0 5 5000 to 500k0 1 5 5 5MQ 3 0 5 50M0 Continuity Use the continuity feature to test if a circuit is open or closed Use this feature to check fuses as well A
7. e TEMP switch to the right and connect Type K thermocouple Certifications c US UL 61010 1 Third Edition LISTED CE N22675 C Tick N22675 X WEEE CATIII 600V class Il and pollution degree 2 indoor use comply with CE RoHS compliant CATIII is for measurements performed in the building installation EN61010 1 EN61010 2 032 EN61010 2 033 EMC EN61326 1 Do not use during electrical storms Donotapply more than rated voltages between input and ground Isolate capacitors from system and discharge them safely before testing Temperature switch prevents leaving thermo couple plugged in while measuring voltage When measuring high frequency AC current do not exceed the rated 400AAC of the clamp Failure to adhere may cause the clamp to heat up dangerously All voltage tests All voltage ranges will withstand up to 600V Do not apply more than 600VDC or AC rms Symbols used E Caution risk of electric shock A Caution refer to manual Ground E Double insulation A WARNINGS DISCONNECT AND UNPLUG TEST LEADS before opening case TEST NCV FUNCTION ON KNOWN LIVE WIRE before using DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE greater than 30VAC or 60VDC to the thermocouple or the jacks when the rotary dial is on F C Use only Type K thermocouples DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE TO THE JACKS when the rotary dial is on microamps Even low voltages can cause a current overload and potentially harm the meter Description
8. hrough local distributors Fieldpiece Designed in USA MADE IN TAIWAN www fieldpiece com Fieldpiece Instruments Inc 2014 v21
9. intenance Clean the exterior with a dry cloth Do not use liquid Limited Warranty This meter is warranted against defects in material or workmanship for one year from date of purchase Fieldpiece will replace or repair the defective unit at its option subject to verification of the defect This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from abuse neglect accident unauthorized repair alteration or unreasonable use of the instrument Any implied warranties arising from the sale of a Fieldpiece product including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the above Fieldpiece shall not be liable for loss of use of the instrument or other incidental or consequential damages expenses or economic loss or for any claim of such damage expenses or economic loss State laws vary The above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Amps AC AAC True RMS Test any isolated power line Press SELECT on VAC AAC Hz position Read AAC in upper display True RMS on SC440 only Ranges 50A 400A Resolution 0 01A Crest factor lt 3 Accuracy 2 0 10 50 60Hz Jaw Opening 1 2in 30 mm Frequency Hz Through Clamp Measure Hz on variable frequency drive motors Turn dial to VAC AAC Hz and press SELECT twice Hz will show in upper display Range 10Hz to 400Hz Accuracy 0 1 5 Minimum current range gt 5AAC Overload Protection 400AAC o Res
10. into the meter to measure temperature Cold junction is located inside the meter and allows for extremely accurate measurements even in rapidly changing ambient temperatures going from rooftop to freezer No adapter is required Range 30 F to 932 F 35 C to 500 C Resolution 0 1 Accuracy 1 F 32 F to 120 F 1 C 0 C to 49 C 1 2 F 32 F to 572 F 1 1 C 0 C to 300 C 2 6 F 30 F to 32 F 2 3 C 35 C to 0 C 2 6 F 572 F to 932 F 2 3 C 300 C to 500 C Sensor type Type K thermocouple After field calibration Overload protection 30 VDC or 30VAC rms Non Contact Voltage NCV Use NCV to check 24VAC from a thermostat or live voltage up to 600VAC Always test a known live source before using A segment graph and RED LED will display the presence of voltage Audible beep increases from intermittent to continuous as intensity of field EF increases AC Voltage Detection Range 24VAC to 600VAC 50 60Hz ee ewe ew ee eB ee eB ee ew eB ee ee ee ee ee eK A Voltage AC VAC 50Hz 500Hz 2 Test power lines 120 220 480 test 24V going to controls and test for transformer failure Ranges 500mV 5V 50V 500V 600V Resolution 0 1mV Accuracy 1 2 8 500mV range 50 60Hz 1 2 8 5V 50V 500V 1 5 8 600V range True RMS model SC440 only Crest factor lt 3 Audio Visual Hi V indicator gt 30VAC VDC Input impedance gt 100MQ 500mV 10M0 5V 9 1MQ 50V 600V Diso
11. o 80 RH with battery removed Accuracy Stated accuracy 73 F 9 F 23 C 5 C lt 75 RH Temperature coefficient 0 1 x specified accuracy per C 0 C to 19 C 32 F to 66 F 28 C to 50 C 82 F to 122 F APO Auto Power Off Approx 30 minutes Power Single standard 9 volt battery NEDA 1604 JIS 006P IEC 6F22 Battery life 200 hours typical alkaline SC420 100 hours typical alkaline SC440 Low battery indication Battery icon blinks and LO bt is displayed when the battery voltage drops below the operating level Dimensions 233mm H x 79mm W x 45mm D Weight Approx 315g including battery Altitude Up to 6562 ft 2000m Overload protection 600 VDC or 600VAC rms unless otherwise stated Test leads Use UL listed test leads that comply to UL61010 031 rated CATIII 600V or above Included test leads are gold plated and have removeable safety caps Please operate the instrument following all instructions of the operator s manual to avoid impairing the safety of the product Controls 4 HOLD INRUSH Rotate dial to the function you want to use Cycle through parameters within VAC AAC Hz and Q em gt switch positions ZAZ FSDT Soe Illuminate backlight SC440 Activate inrush current and scroll through different inrush ranges SC440 Manually select a range Choa Freeze the display Functions Temperature F C Plug any Type K thermocouple directly
12. olution 0 1Hz ara Inrush Current SC440 only Inrush feature captures starting current of a compressor motor Starting current can assist in diagnosing a motor before it fails To activate Inrush feature 1 Turn selector switch to VAC AAC Hz 2 Press SELECT once to show AAC on upper display 3 Press INRUSH once to select 50AAC range Press INRUSH twice to select 400AAC range 4 Clamp meter around compressor start wire Turn motor on The starting current will hold on the upper display 5 Hold INRUSH for 2 seconds to exit Inrush feature or press and release INRUSH to measure starting current again Inrush measurement period 100 milliseconds Minimum input gt 2A on 50A range gt 20A on 400A range A Note AAC through the clamp and voltage through the test leads can be measured simultaneously However if only AAC Frequency Hz or Inrush is measured through the clamp test leads and thermcouple must be unplugged from the meter Obtaining Service Call Fieldpiece Instruments for one price fix all out of warranty service pricing Send check or money order for the amount quoted Send the meter freight prepaid to Fieldpiece Instruments Send proof of date and location of purchase for in warranty service The meter will be repaired or replaced at the option of Fieldpiece and returned via least cost transportation For international customers warranty for products purchased outside of the U S should be handled t
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