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1. a EIN DC Voltage gcc102 eps Figure 1 AC and DC Voltage Measurements True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter How to Make Measurements Resistance Measurements ACaution To prevent possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test disconnect power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before resistance measurements The Meter sends a small current through the circuit for resistance measurements Because this current flows through all possible paths between the probes the resistance measured is the total resistance of all paths between the probes The resistance ranges are 600 0 Q 6 000 kQ 60 00 kQ 600 0 kQ 6 000 MQ and 40 00 MQ Set the Meter as shown in Figure 2 to measure resistance Below are some hints for resistance measurements e The measured value of a resistor in a circuit is frequently different from the specified resistor value e The test leads can add 0 1 Q to 0 2 Q of error to resistance measurements To measure test lead resistance touch the probe points together and read the resistance e The resistance function uses sufficient voltage to forward bias silicon diode or transistor junctions and cause current to flow If you think current flows through the junction push to apply a lower current in the next higher range If the value is higher use the higher value Refer to the Input Parameters tab2. 4 D NRIJGM T 5 Capacitance Measurements cies iese sie cine eadein td Ua danni 6 Current Measurements siren Im T Display Module SepatatiOn 22e uiii roii eoe Ehe patate amaan ca Foe Ep a M LA tes Haa MERE a 8 Dock Display Module with Meter Base 9 Meter Base Battery Replacement aaiaaaaaiaaaaassaassaanassnannsnnasnsnnasnnnnnsnnnnnsnnnnnnananananai 10 Display Module Battery Removal a aiiaaaaaaassaassssaassaanansnnannsnnnnnnnnnsnnnnnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnai 11 FUSE Test 12 Fuse Replacement aa 13 Replacement Parts iei eerte ENEE o tede ined a ie aote e Lex cea laen vii 233 Users Manual viii Introduction The Fluke 233 hereafter the Meter is a compact and easy to operate tool for electrical and electronic circuit measurements A AWarning Read Safety Information before you use the Meter How to Contact Fluke Use one of the telephone numbers below to speak with a Fluke representative Technical Support USA 1 800 44 FLUKE 1 800 443 5853 Calibration Repair USA 1 888 99 FLUKE 1 888 993 5853 Canada 1 800 36 FLUKE 1 800 363 5853 Europe 31 402 675 200 Japan 81 3 3434 0181 Singapore 65 738 5655 Anywhere in the world 1 425 446 5500 Or visit Fluke s website at www fluke com To register your product visit http
3. 40 C to 400 C 40 F to 752 F 0 1 C 0 1 F Function Range Resolution Accuracy mV de 600 0 mV 0 1 mV 6 000 V 0 001 V T 60 00 V 0 01 V 0 25 2 600 0 V 0 1 V 1000 V 1V 600 0 Q 0 12 0 9 2 6 000 kQ 0 001 kQ 60 00 kQ 0 01 kQ Q 0 9 1 600 0 kQ 0 1 kQ 6 000 MQ 0 001 MQ 40 00 MQ 0 01 MQ 1 5 2 Continuity The beeper is guaranteed on lt 20 Q and guaranteed off gt 250 Q and detects opens or shorts of 500 us or longer Temperature Range Resolution Accuracy DI 1 0 10 1 0 18 1 Temperature uncertainty accuracy does not include error of the thermocouple probe 40 True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Detailed Specifications AC Current Accuracy Function Range Resolution 45 500 Hz Aacl 6 000 A 0 001 A 1 5 3 10 00A 0 01 A 1 All ranges are specified from 5 of range to 100 of range 2 Crest factor of lt 3 at 4000 counts decreasing linearly to 1 5 at full scale 3 AC current gt 10 A is unspecified 20 A continuous overload for 30 seconds maximum DC Current Function Range Resolution Accuracy Adc 6 000 A 0 001 A 1 0 3 10 00 A 0 01 A 1 DC current gt 10 A is unspecified 20 A continuous overload for 30 seconds maximum 41 233 Users Manual Capacitance Range Resolution Accuracy 1000 nF 1 nF 10
4. appears If the display shows bftt d 5P the Meter will not function until the display module batteries are replaced If the display shows bftt bR 5E the Meter will not function until the Meter base batteries are replaced There are two low battery indicators in the display one for the Meter base batteries and one for the display module batteries Replace the batteries when the low battery indicator shows 29 233 Manual Users Figure 9 Meter Base Battery Replacement 30 True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Maintenance To replace the batteries in the Meter base Turn the Meter off and remove all test leads 2 Lift the tilt stand up as shown in Figure 9 3 Turn the battery door latch with a standard screwdriver until the unlocked symbol g aligns with the arrow 4 Lift off the battery door 5 Remove the three AA batteries and replace them with new ones Use the correct battery orientation 6 Install the battery door Turn the battery door latch until the locked symbol 8 aligns with the arrow When the Meter does not power on the Meter base batteries or display module batteries can be dead To find which of the batteries to replace 1 Dock the display module with the Meter base 2 Turn the function switch to off and then on If the red high voltage LED on the Meter base flashes the Meter base batteries are good Replace the display module batteries and turn the Met
5. 233 True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Users Manual September 2009 2009 Fluke Corporation All rights reserved Specifications are subject to change without notice All product names are trademarks of their respective companies LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY This Fluke product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for three years from the date of purchase 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 Fluke s behalf To obtain service during the warranty period contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return authorization information then send the product to that Service Center with a description of the problem THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY NO OTHER WARRANTIES SUCH AS FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED FLUKE IS NOT 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 Fluke Corporation Fluke Europe B V P O Box 9090 P O Box 1186 Everett WA 98206 9090 5602 BD Eindhoven U S A The Netherlands 11 99 Table o
6. register fluke com To see print or download the latest manual supplement visit http us fluke com usen support manuals 233 Users Manual Safety Information The Meter complies with In this manual a Warning identifies the conditions and procedures that cause a dangerous situation to the user A Caution identifies the conditions and procedures that could cause damage to the Meter equipment under test ISA 82 02 01 CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 04 ANSI UL 61010 1 2004 EN 61010 1 2001 EN 61326 1 2006 EN 61326 2 2 2006 ETSI EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 ETSI EN 300 489 V1 8 1 2008 FCC Part 15 Subpart C Sections 15 207 15 209 15 249 FCCID T68 F233 RSS 210 IC 6627A F233 Measurement Category III 1000V Pollution Degree 2 Measurement Category IV 600V Pollution Degree 2 damage or permanent data loss The symbols used on the Meter and in this manual are shown in Table 1 Warnings and Cautions A AWarning To prevent possible electrical shock or personal injury follow these guidelines e Usethis Meter only as specified in this manual or the protection can be compromised e Do not use the Meter if it is damaged Before you use the Meter examine the case Look for cracks or missing plastic Carefully look at the insulation around the terminals e Make sure the battery door is closed and locked before you operate the Meter e Replace the batteries when the battery indicator GC 4 appears T
7. Display Digital Multimeter Features Table 4 Function Switch Positions witen Description Position P Vv AC voltage from 0 06 to 1000 V Hz a toe lt from 5 Hz to 50 kHz DC DCvoltagefrom0 001Vt0100V from 0 001 V to 1000 V AC voltage from 6 0 to 600 0 mV dc coupled DC voltage from 0 1 to 600 0 mV 0 Ohms from 0 1 Q to 40 MO Continuity beeper turns on at 20 Q and turns off at gt 250 Q Farads from 1 nF to 9999 uF de a Diode Test OL shows in the display when the input voltage is gt 2 0 V repre N Anz AC current from 0 1 A to 10 A gt 10 to 20 A 30 seconds on 10 minutes off gt 10 00 A display flashes gt 20 A OL is shown DC coupled Hz button Frequency from 45 Hz to 5 kHz DC current from 0 001 A to 10 A gt 10 to 20 A 30 seconds on 10 minutes off gt 10 00 A display flashes gt 20 A OL is shown Note All ac functions are true rms AC voltage is ac coupled AC mV and ac amps are dc coupled 11 233 Users Manual Error Messages Table 5 contains possible error messages and the steps to clear the error Table 5 Error Messages Error Messages Display module batteries must be replaced before the Meter will operate Meter base batteries must be replaced before the Meter will operate Calibration necessary Meter calibration is necessary before the Meter will operate Internal error The Meter must be repaired before it will operate Loss of radio connection with the Meter bas
8. II distribution panels feeders and short IV branch circuits and lighting systems in large buildings Do not discard this product as unsorted X municipal waste Go to the Fluke website RAR Diode for recycling data Ue anglicensediby TUM Product EA Conforms to relevant Australian standards 233 Users Manual Features See Tables 3 through 4 for a list of Meter features with a short feature description Table 2 Display DE d wei Nd E NFC mVA L B O is v Fm Auto RangeManual Range remote tz J S b s ro sme MIN MAX AVG mode on Maximum minimum or average measurement shown Display hold on Display freezes the measurement True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Features Table 2 Display cont pe Smbol wans DN Radio connection indicator degrees Celsius degrees Fahrenheit amperes amps volts millivolts microfarad nanofarad Direct current or alternating current ohm megohm kilohm hertz kilohertz 7 RRE ol o temas SS Pia wt emma PT rat regata O O O O OOOO 233 Users Manual Table 3 Inputs A iz 5 A CATE Lar ED Lear V 4 M Gy Description Input for 0 A to 10 00 A current measurements HONEC UN Common terminal for all measurements m Input for voltage continuity resistance diode capacitance temperature and frequency measurements 10 gcc110 eps True rms Remote
9. hase Three AA Alkaline batteries NEDA 15A IEC LR6 Display module Two AA Alkaline batteries NEDA 15A IEC LR6 Battery LME 400 hrs typical Alkaline Shock A ne c pede reete 1 Meter drop 6 sides per IEC 61010 Size H x W xL 5 3 cm x 9 3 cm x 19 3 cm 38 True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Detailed Specifications Merter 604 g 1 3 Ibs Safety Compliance see Complies with ANSI ISA S82 01 2004 CSA 22 2 No 61010 1 04 to 1000 V Measurement Category III and 600 V Measurement Category IV Certifications aaiaianiaianiasasiasansassansansasansana CSA T V EN61010 C E N10140 VDE GOST Detailed Specifications For all detailed specifications Accuracy is specified for 1 yr after calibration at operating temperatures of 18 C to 28 C with relative humidity at 0 to 90 96 Accuracy specifications take the form of 96 of Reading Number of least significant digits AC Voltage AC conversions are ac coupled and valid from 1 96 to 100 of range Range n Resolution Accuracy 45 500 Hz 500 Hz 1 kHz 600 0 mV 0 1 mV 6 000 V 0 001 V 60 00 V 0 01 V 1 0 3 2 0 3 600 0 V 0 1 V 1000 V 1V 1 Crest factor of lt 3 at 4000 counts decreasing linearly to 1 5 at full scale 39 233 Users Manual DC Voltage Conductance and Resistance
10. is not stable the input signal can be below or near the trigger level A lower range increases the sensitivity of the Meter and can usually repair these problems e An input signal with distortion can cause a frequency measurement to be higher than usual The distortion can cause multiple triggerings of the frequency counter A higher voltage range decreases the input sensitivity and can correct this problem In general the lowest frequency is the correct one 26 Remote Operation The Meter uses low power 802 15 4 wireless technology to allow the display module to operate in a different location than the Meter base Although there is control of some Meter functions Hold MIN MAX AVG Range and Backlight complete remote control of the Meter is not available through the display module The wireless radio does not interfere with meter measurements Usually the radio is off when the display module is docked on the Meter base It is possible for the radio to be on when the display module is docked and the function switch is set to OFF To make sure that the radio is off remove the batteries from the Meter base and display module The display module is synchronized with a Meter base when it is docked on the Meter base and turned on Different display modules can be synchronized with a Meter base but only one display module can be synchronized to a Meter base at the same time True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Remote O
11. minimum interrupt rating of 17 000 A Use only Fluke PN 803293 To re assemble the Meter do the steps above in the opposite sequence 34 gcc113 eps Figure 12 Fuse Replacement True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Service and Parts Service and Parts Replacement parts and accessories are shown in Table 7 If the Meter fails replace the battery and do a fuse test and Figure 13 Read this manual to make sure the Meter is applied To get parts and accessories refer to How to Contact correctly Fluke Table 7 Replacement Parts Description Qty Fluke Part or Model Number Battery AA 1 5 V 376756 AFuse 11 A 1000 V FAST 803293 Battery Door Display Module 3383770 Battery Door Meter Base 3383762 233 Display Contact Fluke Alligator Clip Black i Alligator Clip Red Test Lead Set TL75 Integrated DMM Temperature Probe 80BK A 233 Users Manual CD 3465353 233 Getting Started Manual 1 3465366 A To ensure safety use exact replacement only 1 Contact your local Fluke service center for display replacement 35 233 Users Manual Fuse 233 Display TL75 11A 1000 V Fast Test Lead Set Battery AA 1 5 V Battery Door Display Module ks Battery Door RS Meter Base 233 233 Getting Started Manual Users Manual CD 80BK A Integrated DMM Temperature Probe gcc116 eps Figure 13 Replacement Parts 36 True rms Remote Display D
12. 00 uF 0 01 uF 1 9 2 1 100 0 uF 0 1 uF 9999 uF 1 uF 1 gt 1000 uF 5 20 Diode Range Resolution Accuracy 2 000 V 0 001 V 0 9 2 42 True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Detailed Specifications Frequency AC coupled 5 Hz to 50 kHz for V ac dc coupled 45 Hz to 5 kHz for A ac switch position Range Resolution Accuracy 99 99 Hz 0 01 Hz 999 9 Hz 0 1 Hz 0 1 2 9 999 kHz 0 001 kHz 50 00 kHz 0 01 kHz MIN MAX Recording Nominal Response Accuracy 100 ms to 80 Specified accuracy 12 counts for changes gt 200 ms in duration 40 counts in ac 43 233 Users Manual Input Characteristics Input Common Mode Overload Da 2n Function A Impedance Rejection Ratio Normal Mode Rejection Protection nominal 1 kQ unbalance V gt 100 dB at dc 50 H V 1100 Vrms gt 10 MQ lt 100 pF lt gt 60 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz or 60 Hz V 1100 Vrms gt 5 MQ lt 100 pF gt 60 dB dc to 60 Hz Open Circuit Full Scale Voltage Test Vol Typical Short Circuit Current est Voltage togma 40MQ Q 1100 V rms lt 2 7 V dc 0 7 Vdc 0 9 V dc 350 uA n 1100 V rms 2 7 V dc 300 mV dc 350 LA Je 1100 V rms 2 7 V dc 700 mV dc 350 uA gt 1100 V rms lt 2 7 V dc Up to 2 000 V dc 1 2 mA 44
13. Maintenance 2 eie etn oir oerte Leo ch XR UH ERR Sae EENS EENS Battery Replacement 0 cesecececssneesesvenceeeecenenneaedeceneveteseucensessanersnepaneetescenenteasteee FUSE TOS Fuse BReplacemieri aaa DOPVICE ANG Ml es CH General SPeCiiCatlOns Ta Detailed Specific MON prem AC Voltages EE DC Voltage Conductance and Resistance a2aaaaaasaaaaanasassanannasassasanaananann V eu HNIC AC OU IM E pese 0721 07 7051 519107 ce ll Contents continued RUE Input Characteristies niece er i n P repa FEE ORE kenast ka pace MIN MAX Recording cette tette tette tetto ns iii 233 Users Manual List of Tables Table 1 Electrical SYMDOIS ANNE 2 DIS PV ui o ista da at 3 ei AA ieee eee Lace de eh end ee et 4 Function Switch Positions 5 Error Messages EE 6 PowerUp Options E rem 7 Replacement Parts csc iii a tank ened a ach Reet 8 lee TEE 233 Users Manual vi List of Figures Figure Title 1 AC and DC Voltage Measurements aaiiaaaaiiaasaaaaassaassssaasssnnassnanansnnnnnsnnnnnnnnnssnnnannana 2 Resistance Measurements 5 ridic t oreet ier de Bre dated vaadet ouveeevaallcteneedeneceesoueeedsutenied 3 Continuity Tests E
14. ce that can cause undesired operation of the device Class B digital device A digital device that is marketed for operation in a residential environment notwithstanding use in commercial business and industrial environments Examples of such devices include but are not limited to personal computers calculators and equivalent electronic devices that are marketed for operation by the general public The Meter was tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions can cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the measures that follow e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The term IC before the radio certification number only signifies the device meets In
15. display with the Meter base as shown in Figure 8 1 Set the display on the top 10 millimeters of the Meter base with the battery compartment of the display in the channel in the top of the Meter base 2 Push the display nearer the Meter base until the display latches catch 28 gcc115 eps Figure 8 Dock Display Module with Meter Base True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Maintenance Maintenance A AWarning To prevent a possible electrical shock or personal injury have an approved technician repair the Meter General Maintenance Clean the case with a damp cloth and weak detergent Do not use a solvent or cleaners with abrasives Dirt or moisture in the terminals can cause incorrect measurements To clean the terminals Turn the Meter off and remove all test leads 2 Shake out dirt that can possibly be in the terminals Soak a clean swab with weak detergent and water Move the swab around in each terminal Dry each terminal with canned air to push the water and detergent out of the terminals A AWarning To prevent electrical shock or personal injury remove the test leads and all input signals before you replace the batteries or fuses To prevent damage or injury install ONLY specified replacement parts shown in Table 7 Battery Replacement A AWarning To prevent incorrect measurements possible electrical shock or personal injury replace the battery when the battery indicator
16. dustry s Canada technical specifications 233 Users Manual Hazardous Voltage When the Meter senses a voltage 230 V or a voltage overload L the 4 symbol is shown on the display and the red high voltage LED on the Meter base illuminates to tell you a hazardous voltage is at the Meter input For frequency measurements gt 1 kHz the 4 symbol and high voltage LED is unspecified Test Lead Alert A AWarning To prevent personal injury or damage to the Meter do not make a measurement with a test lead in an incorrect terminal To make sure that you have the test leads in the correct terminals LEAd briefly shows in the display and a beep sounds when you move the function switch to or from an A Amps position True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Test Lead Alert Table 1 Electrical Symbols AC Alternating Current Earth ground Hazardous voltage Conforms to European Union directives Risk of Danger Important information G Conforms to relevant Canadian Standards See Manual s Association directives Battery Low battery when shown Double insulated IEC Measurement Category III IEC Measurement Category IV CAT III equipment has protection against CAT IV equipment has protection against transients transients in equipment in fixed from the primary supply level such as an electricity CAT i t head or und d utility servi equipment installations such as meter or an overhead or underground utility service
17. e True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Battery Saver Sleep Mode Battery Saver Sleep Mode The Meter powers down Sleep mode if there is no function change range change or button push for 20 minutes The lowest power drain occurs when the display module is docked with the Meter base With the display module removed from the Meter base the power drain is more because the radios are turned on To wake up the Meter push a button or turn the function switch To disable the Sleep mode hold down the __ button while turning the Meter on The Sleep mode is always disabled in the MIN MAX AVG mode MIN MAX AVG Record Mode The MIN MAX AVG record mode records the minimum and maximum input values and calculates an average of all measurements Each new high or low measurement causes the Meter to beep e Set the Meter to the measurement function and range e Push to enter MIN MAX AVG mode e OMI and MAX are shown and the highest measurement detected since MIIA is shown e Push to step through the low MIN average AVG and present measurements To pause MIN MAX AVG record mode push Hop is shown A pause does not erase recorded MIN MAX AVG measurements To continue the MIN MAX AVG record mode push again To exit and erase recorded measurements push for at least one second or turn the function switch 13 233 Users Manual Display Hold ANA Warning To prevent electrical shock w
18. er on 31 233 Users Manual To replace the batteries in the display module 1 4 Remove the display module from the Meter base See the Remove the Display section Remove the battery door of the display module as shown in Figure 10 Remove the two AA batteries and replace them with new ones Use the correct battery orientation Replace the battery door on the display module Dock the display module with the Meter base and turn the Meter on 32 gcc111 eps Figure 10 Display Module Battery Removal True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Maintenance Fuse Test To do a fuse test 1 Set the function switch to Om 2 Connect a test lead to the jack as shown in Figure 11 3 Touch the other end of the test lead to the A jack A good fuse will show a resistance of 0 5 Q or less Replace the fuse if the resistance is higher or Ot is shown Good fuse 0 0 O to 0 5 O Replace fuse OL Figure 11 Fuse Test gcc105 eps 33 233 Users Manual Fuse Replacement To replace the fuse 1 Remove the test leads from the Meter 2 Remove the display module from the Meter base See the Remove the Display Module section 3 As shown in Figure 12 remove four screws from the case bottom 4 Pull the case bottom from the case top Remove the fuse from its holder and replace it with an 11 A 1000 V FAST fuse with a
19. f Contents Title Page WTOC UC WE How to Contact Fluke cc comomoric id ekari elle LTE Warnings and Cautions cii cite e decis Radio Frequency Data Hazardous Voltage 2 2 dct esee ce abrace Sege god Inga baies chad ee E genaue Test Lead Alert Enges SE EE gllgu cct Hr Error ccce t Battery Saver Sleep Mode MIN MAX AVG Record Mode Ipsae S NENE ene nennen nennen nnne nns siTe e RATE RR EE Power Up OPTIONS iii viisata v tku del 233 Users Manual How to Make Measurements nik s sn dbanua a ennemi AC and DC Voltage Measurements sesee eene een Resistance Measurements cio c Temperature Measurements sss ene eene ener nennen Continuity Tests Diode Tests A a eaa E A Aa Ea Aare Ea ee Ora aE Capacitance Measurements 1 122112 1kssniiaisd basdinkasask ti dus ntbu snia a skankana ni nii ns ansis AC and DC Current Measurements A Frequency MeaSurements sannnounanddusatslsssdatllsiaaass usita sksssadinaak t ikasvndananin Remote Operation wii jeeiic da brea Remove the Display Module sse emm eene Dock the Display Module with the Meter base Ma ING NANG c UP m General
20. hen Display HOLD is on disable Display HOLD to measure the voltage that is possibly different than the Display HOLD measurement Display HOLD freezes the display 1 Push to activate Display HOLD EI is shown 2 To exit and start normal operation push or turn the function switch Manual and Autoranging The Meter has Manual and Autorange modes e Inthe Autorange mode the Meter sets the range to one with the best resolution for the input signal e Inthe Manual Range mode you override Autorange and set the range yourself When you turn the Meter on it is set to Autorange and Auto Range shows in the display 1 To set the Meter to the Manual Range mode push Manual Range shows in the display 14 In the Manual Range mode push to increment the range After the highest range the range of the Meter is set to the lowest range Note You cannot manually change the range in the MIN MAX AVG or Display HOLD modes If you push while in MIN MAX AVG or Display HOLD the Meter beeps twice indicating an invalid operation and the range does not change To exit Manual Range push for at least one second or turn the function switch The Meter is set to Autorange and Auto Range shows in the display True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Backlight Backlight Push to toggle the backlight on and off The backlight automatically extinguishes after 40 seconds To disable backlight auto off hold down wh
21. igital Multimeter Service and Parts Table 8 Accessories m Beton TPAK ToolPak Magnetic Hanger TL223 SureGrip Electrical Test Lead Set TL220 Industrial Test Lead Set AC285 SureGrip Alligator Clips AC87 Heavy Duty Bus Bar Clip Set i400s AC Current Clamp requires PM9081 adapter PM9081 Dual Banana Plug male to Female BNC Adapter Fluke accessories are available from an approved Fluke distributor 37 233 Users Manual General Specifications Maximum voltage between any terminal and earth ground oococonccccnoccconoccccconcccnonnnco 1000 V rms A Fuse for A inputs 2 22 asaiaasaissaasaaai 11 A 1000 V 17000A interrupt rating Fuse Display een etn SE 6000 counts updates 4 sec Frequency 9 999 counts Capacitance 1 000 counts Altitude levi 2 000 meters Storage 12 000 meters Temperature Operating E 10 C to 50 C C EE 40 C to 60 C Temperature coefficient 0 1 X specified accuracy C lt 18 C or gt 28 C Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 61326 1 2006 In an RF field of 3 V m accuracy specified accuracy except in temperature specified accuracy 5 C 9 F Wireless Frequency ssssesseem 2 4 GHz ISM Band 10 meter range Relative Humidity 22 aaaaasaassaasssaasss ari Maximum noncondensing 90 at 35 C 75 at 40 C 45 at 50 C 0 to 70 for 40 MQ range Battery Type M t r
22. ile turning the Meter on Power Up Options Hold a button down while the function switch is moved from the OFF position to set a power up option The power up options cancel when the function switch is moved to OFF or the Meter goes into Sleep mode See Table 6 for all power up options Table 6 Power Up Options Button Power Up Options Illuminates all display segments Kee Disables the beeper bEEP is shown when e Att Disables automatic power down Sleep mode PoFF is shown when on Disables backlight auto off LoFF is shown when on 15 233 Users Manual How to Make Measurements The sections that follow tell how to make measurements with the Meter To connect the test leads to the circuit or device connect the common COM test lead first To remove the test leads remove the common test lead last AC and DC Voltage Measurements The voltage ranges are 600 0 mV 6 000 V 60 00 V 600 0 V and 1000 V To set the 600 0 mV dc or ac range turn the function switch to my Millivolts ac is set first Push __ to switch to millivolts dc Refer to Figure 1 to measure ac or dc voltage For voltage measurements the Meter puts approximately 10 MQ 10 000 000 2 in parallel with the circuit This load can cause measurement errors in high impedance circuits In most cases the error is negligible 0 1 or less if the circuit impedance is 10 KQ 10 000 Q or less 16 AC Voltage Switch Box
23. le in the specifications section for typical short circuit currents 17 233 Users Manual In Circuit Resistance Measurements Isolating a Potentiometer N Dron Power Isolating a Resistor gcc106 eps Figure 2 Resistance Measurements 18 True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter How to Make Measurements Temperature Measurements The Meter measures the temperature of a type K thermocouple included Choose between degrees Celsius C or degrees Fahrenheit F by pushing raver A Caution To prevent possible damage to the Meter or other equipment use a thermocouple rated for the temperatures to be measured The Meter is rated for 40 0 C to 400 0 C and 40 0 F to 752 F but the included type K thermocouple is rated to 260 C The temperature ranges are 40 0 C to 400 C and 40 0 F to 752 F All other temperatures show L on the display When there is no thermocouple connected the display shows OPEn To measure temperature 1 Connect type K thermocouple to the COM and terminals of the Meter 2 Turn the function switch to A 3 Push to choose Celsius or Fahrenheit Continuity Tests ACaution To prevent possible damage to the Meter or the equipment under test disconnect power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before a continuity test The continuity test uses a beeper that sounds when a closed circuit is sensed The beeper le
24. peration Remove the Display Module To remove the display module see Figure 7 1 Push in on the latches on the sides of the display module 2 Pull the display module off of the top end of the Meter base The Meter base and display module can be a maximum of 10 Meters 30 feet from each other before the radio connection is broken This distance can change if obstacles are between the Meter base and the display module There is a radio connection between the display module and Meter base when RI shows in the display When the display module and Meter base lose the radio connection the display shows dashes and blinks Possible causes for this loss are the distance is too far for the environment or the batteries in the Meter base are dead To reconnect decrease the distance between the display module and Meter base gcc114 eps Figure 7 Display Module Separation 27 233 Users Manual If the radios in the Meter base and display module do not connect rF Err flashes in the display Dock the display module with the Meter base and turn the Meter off and then on When the Meter is turned on the red high voltage LED on the Meter base flashes If not replace the Meter base batteries For maximum battery life dock the display module to the Meter base when the Meter is off The display module has a built in magnet to attach to metal surfaces Dock the Display Module with the Meter base To dock the
25. r pathways between the probes A short beep sounds if the diode is good lt 0 85 V A continuous beep sounds if the measurement is lt 0 100 V or short circuit The display shows OL if the diode is open 21 233 Users Manual 22 Typical Forward Bias Figure 4 Diode Test Jun Reverse Bias gcc109 eps True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter How to Make Measurements Capacitance Measurements ACaution To prevent possible damage to the Meter or to the eguipment under test disconnect power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before capacitance measurements Use the dc voltage function to make sure that the capacitor is discharged Capacitance ranges are 1000 nF 10 00 uF 100 0 uF and 9999 uF To measure capacitance set up the Meter as shown in Figure 5 Select gcc104 eps Figure 5 Capacitance Measurements 23 233 Users Manual AC and DC Current Measurements The current ranges are 6 000 A and 10 00 A AC current is shown as an rms value A AWarning To prevent possible electrical shock or personal injury do not make an in circuit 1 current measurement where the open circuit potential to earth is 21000 V Meter damage or injury can occur if the fuse blows during such a measurement ACaution To prevent possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test e Do a f
26. rue rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Safety Information Remove the test leads from the Meter before the battery door on the Meter base is opened Examine the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed metal Measure the test leads for continuity Replace damaged test leads before you use the Meter Do not apply more than the rated voltage shown on the Meter between the terminals or between a terminal and earth ground Do not operate the Meter with the battery door removed or the case open Be careful around voltages gt 30 V ac rms 42 V ac peak or 60 V dc These voltages pose a shock hazard Use only the replacement fuse specified by the manual Use the correct terminals function and range for measurements Do not work alone For current measurements connect the Meter to the circuit after you remove circuit power Always put the Meter in series with the circuit Connect the common test lead before the live test lead and remove the live test lead before the common test lead Do not use the Meter if it operates incorrectly Protection can be compromised If you are unsure have the Meter examined Do not use the Meter around explosive gas vapor or in damp or wet environments 233 Users Manual e Use only specified 1 5 V AA batteries three in the Meter base and two in the display correctly installed for Meter power e Comply with local and national safety requirements when in ha
27. ts you do continuity tests without the necessity to look at the display To do a continuity test set up the Meter as shown in Figure 3 19 233 Users Manual For in circuit tests turn circuit power off D ES PLORE 23351 ELE Tre MULTMETER close d FLUKE 23351 os MULIMETER Activates O i continuity 4 beeper Lan C Ba 5 mV Lem D Om gcc103 eps Figure 3 Continuity Tests 20 True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter How to Make Measurements Diode Tests ACaution To prevent possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test disconnect power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before a diode test Do a diode test on diodes transistors silicon controlled rectifiers SCRs and other semiconductor devices This function sends a current through the semiconductor junction and then measures the voltage drop across the junction A good silicon junction drops between 0 5 V and 0 8 V To do a diode test on a diode out of a circuit set up the Meter as shown in Figure 4 For forward bias measurements on a semiconductor component put the red test lead on the positive terminal of the component and put the black test lead on the negative terminal of the component In a circuit a good diode has a forward bias measurement of 0 5 V to 0 8 V A reverse bias measurement includes the resistance of othe
28. use test before current measurements e Use the correct terminals function and range for all measurements e Do not put the probes across in parallel with a circuit or component when the test leads are connected to the current terminals To measure current you must break the test circuit then put the Meter in series with the circuit 24 To measure current see Figure 6 Remove power from the circuit Discharge all high voltage capacitors Put the black test lead into the COM terminal Put the red test lead into the A terminal Set the function switch to o for ac current or A for dc current True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter How to Make Measurements Circuit Power Total Current to Circuit OFF to connect meter ON for measurement OFF to disconnect meter Current Through One Component gcc107 eps Figure 6 Current Measurements 25 233 Users Manual Frequency Measurements A frequency measurement is a count of the number of times an ac voltage or current signal crosses a threshold point each second To make a frequency measurement 1 Set the function switch to y for voltage or x for current 2 Connect the Meter to the signal source 3 Push 0 The Meter autoranges to one of four freguency ranges 99 99 Hz 999 9 Hz 9 999 kHz and 50 kHz Below are some hints for freguency measurements e Ifa measurement shows as 0 Hz or
29. zardous locations e Only use test leads that have the same voltage category and amperage ratings as the Meter and that are approved by a safety Agency e Measure a known voltage first to make sure that the Meter operates correctly If you are unsure have the Meter examined e Use protective equipment as directed by local or national authorities when in hazardous work areas e Measure the test leads for continuity before use Do not use if the resistance is high or noisy e Use only specified replacement parts in the Meter e Keep fingers behind the finger guards on the probes ACaution To prevent damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test follow these guidelines e Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before you do diode tests or measure resistance continuity or capacitance e Use the correct terminals function and range for all measurements e Before a current measurement do the fuse test True rms Remote Display Digital Multimeter Safety Information Radio Frequency Data Note Changes or modifications to the wireless 2 4 GHz radio not expressly approved by Fluke Corporation could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the two conditions that follow 1 this device can not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interferen
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