Temperature function
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1. ACA Current Clamp on RANGE Accuracy 2 8 50Hz 400Hz True RMS Models BM183 188 Crest Factor lt 2 5 1 at full scale amp lt 5 0 1 at half scale Add 12d to specified accuracy while reading is at 1 to 10 of range 2 Induced error from adjacent current carrying conductor lt 0 5A A 3 Specified accuracy is from 1 to 100 of range and for measurements made at the jaw center When the conductor is not positioned at the jaw center position errors introduced are Add 1 to specified accuracy for measurements made WITHIN jaw marking lines away from jaw opening Add 4 to specified accuracy for measurements made BEYOND jaw marking lines toward jaws opening Hz Line Level Frequency Sensitivit Sre RNS Accuracy 0 03 4d VFD sensitivity linearly decreases from 10 F S 200Hz to 40 F S 420Hz Non Contact EF Detection Bar Graph Typical Voltage indication 20V tolerance 10V 36V 55V tolerance 23V 83V 110V tolerance 59V 165V 220V tolerance 124V 330V 440V tolerance 250V amp 600V Indication Bar graph segments amp audible beep tones proportional to the field strength Detection Frequency 50 60Hz Detection Antenna Top side of the stationary jaw Probe Contact EF Detection For more precise indication of live wires such as distinguishing between live and ground connections use the Red test probe for direct contact measurement2. MAX 600A 600V CAT I _ CREST HOLD ll AWC EF True RMS RELA PC Comm COM soir eal a OO BRYMEN USER S MANUAL BM181 BM183 BM185 BM188 Versatile Clamp on Multimeter Series BRIGHT PEOPLE S CHOICE 1 1 SAFETY This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed for operating the instrument safely and maintaining the instrument in a safe operating condition If the instrument is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired The meter protection rating against the users is double insulation per IEC61010 1 2nd Ed EN61010 1 2nd Ed UL61010 1 2nd Ed CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 0 92 IEC61010 2 032 EN61010 2 032 UL61010B 2 032 amp CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 2 032 04 Measurement Category Ill 600V AC amp DC Per IEC61010 1 2nd Ed 2001 Measurement Category Measurement Category IV CAT IV is for measurements performed at the source of the low voltage installation Examples are electricity meters and measurements on primary overcurrent protection devices and ripple control units Measurement Category Ill CAT Ill 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 equipm
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4. frequency gt 420Hz 2 Added range to indicate instantaneous over range voltage values 3 Accuracy linearly decreases from 2 50d 200HZz to 6 80d 420Hz AutoCheck Lo Z ACV Threshold gt 1V 50 60Hz nominal AutoCheck Lo Z ACV Input Impedance Initially approx 2 5kQ 200pF nominal Impedance increases abruptly within a fraction of a second as display voltage is above 50V typical Ended up impedances vs display voltages typically are 15kQ 100V 100k 300V 250kQ 600V AutoCheck Ohm RANGE 600 00 6 000KQ 60 00KQ 0 5 5d 600 0KQ 0 8 5d 3 0 80d 2 0 50d 6 80d 6 000MQ 1 2 5d 60 00MQ 2 2 5d Open Circuit Voltage 0 45VDC typical 1 AutoCheck Ohm Threshold lt 10 00MQ nominal Audible Continuity Tester Audible Threshold Between 1002 and 2009 Response time 32ms approx Capacitance RANGE Accuracy 1 60 00nF 600 0nF 6 000uF 2 0 5d 3 5 5d 2 4 0 5d 2 Accuracies with film capacitor or better 2 Temperature Coefficient 0 25 x specified accuracy C 0 C 18 C or 28 C 40 C Diode Tester RANGE 1 000V 1 0 3d Test Current 0 56mA typically Open Circuit Voltage lt 1 8VDC typically DC A Model 185 amp 188 only RANGE Accuracy Burden Voltage 600 0 uA 2000 A 0 5 5d 3 5 mV uA Temperature Model 185 amp 188 only Accuracy 0 3 4d 0 3 6d K type thermocouple range amp accuracy not included 58 OF 1832 OF
5. largely out of specifications To avoid mis leading measurements stop using the meter and send it for re calibration Refer to the LIMITED WARRANTY section for obtaining calibration repairing or warranty service Cleaning and Storage Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent do not use abrasives or solvents If the meter is not to be used for periods of longer than 60 days remove the batteries and store them separately Battery replacement The meter uses standard 1 5V AAA Size NEDA 24A or IEC LR03 battery X 2 Loosen the 2 captive screws from the battery cover case Lift the battery cover case Replace the batteries Replace battery cover case Re fasten the screws GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Display 3 5 6 digits 6000 counts amp 3 1 2 digits 1 999 counts for Hz Polarity Automatic Update Rate 5 per second nominal Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C Relative Humidity Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperature up to 31 C decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 40 C Pollution degree 2 Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C lt 80 R H with battery removed Altitude Operating below 2000m Temperature Coefficient nominal 0 15 x specified accuracy C 0 C 18 C or 28 C 40 C or otherwise specified Sensing Average sensing for models 181 amp 185 True RMS for models 183 amp 188 Safety Double insulation per IEC61010 1 2nd Ed EN61010 1 2nd Ed UL61010 1 2nd 15 Ed
6. plug temperature probes DCA Current function Model 185 amp 188 only Set slide switch to DCA function position Inputs are made through the test leads terminals Application notes The DCuA function is designed especially for HVAC R flame sensor applications The 0 1uA resolution is useful for identifying the minute current changes in flame detector applications Flame signal current check should indicate steady flame signal of at least 2uA for a rectification type or 1 5uA for an ultraviolet type 8uA for self checking systems If a flame signal current with inadequate strength or fluctuation beyond 10 check the following to avoid the risk of unwanted flame relay dropout For gas or oil flames Minipeeper Low supply voltage Detector location Defective detector wiring Dirty viewing windows Faulty Minipeeper For oil flames Photocell Detector location amp wiring Smoky flame or poorly adjusted air shutter e Faulty Photocell e Temperature over 165 F 74 C at photocell For gas flames Flame Rod ignition interference A flame signal current difference with the ignition both on and off greater than 0 5uA indicates the presence of ignition interference Insufficient ground must be at least 4 times the detector area Flame lifting off burner head ground or not continuously in contact with the flame rod T Temperature in excess of 600 F 316 C at the flame electrode insulator causing short to
7. LIMITED WARRANTY BRYMEN warrants to the original product purchaser that each product it manufactures will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service within a period of one year from the date of purchase BRYMEN s warranty does not apply to accessories fuses fusible resistors spark gaps batteries or any product which in BRYMEN s opinion has been misused altered neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling To obtain warranty service contact your nearest BRYMEN authorized agent or send the product with proof of purchase and description of the difficulty postage and insurance prepaid to BRYMEN TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION BRYMEN assumes no risk for damage in transit BRYMEN will at its option repair or replace the defective product free of charge However if BRYMEN determines that the failure was caused by misused altered neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling you will be billed for the repair THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE BRYMEN WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BRYMEN BRIGHT PEOPLE S CHOICE BRYMEN TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION TEL 886 2 2226 3396 FAX 886 2 2225 0025 http Awww brymen com ee PRINTED
8. S models 183 amp 188 voltage accuracies are specified from 5 to 100 of range or otherwise specified Maximum Crest Factor lt 1 65 1 at full scale amp lt 3 3 1 at half scale and with frequency components within the specified frequency bandwidth for non sinusoidal waveforms DC Voltage RANGE 0 5 5d Added range to indicate instantaneous over range voltage values Input Impedance 10MQ 50 pF nominal 6 000V 60 00V 600 0V 600V AutoCheck DCV RANGE Accuracy 1 3 5d 6 000V 60 00V 600 0V 600V Added range to indicate instantaneous over range voltage values AutoCheck Lo Z DCV Threshold gt 1 0VDC amp lt 1 0VDC nominal AutoCheck Lo Z DCV Input Impedance Initially approx 2 5kQ 200pF nominal Impedance increases abruptly within a fraction of a second as display voltage is above 50V typical Ended up impedances vs display voltages typically are 15kQ2 100V 100k 300V 250kQ 600V CREST MAX Capture Mode Accuracy Specified accuracy plus 250 digits for changes gt 5ms in duration AC Voltage RANGE 50Hz 400Hz 6 000V 60 00V 600 0V 600V 1 1 2 5d Added range to indicate instantaneous over range voltage values Input Impedance 10MQ 50 pF nominal 16 AutoCheck_ACV with Low Pass Filter Accuracy 1 RANGE 5Hz 20Hz 600 0V 600V 2 20Hz 200Hz 6 000V 60 00V 600 0V 600V 2 200Hz 420Hz 600 0V 600V 2 1 Not specified for fundamental
9. amp CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 0 92 to CAT III 600V and CAT IV 300V AC amp DC Transient Protection 6 0kV 1 2 50us surge Overload Protections ACA Clamp on jaws AC 600A rms continuous amp COM Terminals all other functions 660VDC VAC rms E M C Meets EN61326 1 2006 EN55022 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 EN61000 4 2 EN61000 4 3 EN61000 4 4 EN61000 4 5 EN61000 4 6 EN61000 4 8 EN61000 4 11 In an RF field of 3V m Capacitance function is not specified Other function ranges Total Accuracy Specified Accuracy 100 digits Performance above 3V m is not specified Power Supply 1 5V AAA Size battery X 2 Power Consumption 5 2mA typical Low Battery Below approx 2 4V APO Timing Idle for 34 minutes APO Consumption 10uA typical Dimension L190mm X W63mm X H32mm Weight 179 gm Accessories Test leads pair user s manual Bkp60 banana plug K type thermocouple x 1 Models 185 amp 188 only Optional purchase accessories USB interface kit BRUA 13X BKB32 banana plug to type K socket plug adaptor Models 185 amp 188 only Special Features AutoCheck V8 amp Q VFD V amp VFD Hz Backlighted LCD 185 amp 188 only 5ms CREST MAX Capture mode Peak Hold Auto ranging Relative Zero mode Display Hold EF Detection NCV Interface capabilities with PC computers Electrical Specifications Accuracy is reading digits number of digits or otherwise specified at 23 C 5 C amp less than 75 relative humidity True RM
10. ction selections are equipped with low pass filter to deal with VFD Variable Frequency Device signals VFD ACV LoZ selection however further pre selects the most appropriate voltage ranges and thus the Hz trigger levels to best cope with most VFD Voltage and VFD Frequency applications 2 When using Diode test function normal forward voltage drop forward biased for a good silicon diode is between 0 400V to 0 900V A reading higher than that indicates a leaky diode defective A zero reading indicates a shorted diode defective An OL indicates an open diode defective Reverse the test leads connections reverse biased across the diode The digital display shows OL if the diode is good Any other readings indicate the diode is resistive or shorted defective CAUTION 1 Using Resistance Continuity Diode or Capacitance function in a live circuit will produce false results and may damage the meter In many cases the suspected component s must be disconnected from the circuit to obtain an accurate measurement reading 2 When using Capacitance function discharge capacitor s before making any measurements Large value capacitors should be discharged through an appropriate resistance load Electric Field EF Detection In Voltage Current or Temperature function press the EF button for one second or more and release to toggle to EF Detection feature The meter displays E F when it is ready Signal strength is indicated as a s
11. designed to apply around or remove from uninsulated hazardous live conductors But still individual protective equipment must be used if hazardous live parts in the installation where measurement is to be carried out could be accessible CAUTION Disconnect the test leads from the test points before changing meter functions INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS A Caution Refer to the explanation in this Manual A Caution Risk of electric shock Earth Ground m Double Insulation or Reinforced insulation Fuse u AC Alternating Current TE DC Direct Current Application around and removal from hazardous live conductors is permitted 2 CENELEC Directives The instruments conform to CENELEC Low voltage directive 2006 95 EC and Electromagnetic compatibility directive 2004 108 EC 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This user s manual uses only representative model s for illustrations Please refer specification details for function availability to each model 10 MAX 600A 600V CAT III CREST In A E HOLD aj 3 EF True RMS PC Comm VFD rae IM li I I na cll i VFD DE j LAL 0000 _ SELECT amp D ge JT 3 1 Transformer Clamp Jaw for AC current magnetic field pick up 2 Hand Finger Barrier to indicate the limits of safe access of the meter during measurement 3 Push buttons for special functions amp features 4 Input Jack for all functions EXCEPT non invasive ACA current f
12. ent for example stationary motors with permanent connection to the fixed installation Measurement Category Il CAT Il is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the low voltage installation Examples are measurements on household appliances portable tools and similar equipment TERMS IN THIS MANUAL WARNING identifies conditions and actions that could result in serious injury or even death to the user CAUTION identifies conditions and actions that could cause damage or malfunction in the instrument 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture The meter is intended only for indoor use To avoid electrical shock hazard observe the proper safety precautions when working with voltages above 60 VDC or 30 VAC rms These voltage levels pose a potential shock hazard to the user Before and after hazardous voltage measurements test the voltage function on a known source such as line voltage to determine proper meter functioning Keep your hands fingers behind the hand finger barriers of the meter and the test leads that indicate the limits of safe access of the hand held part during measurement Inspect test leads connectors and probes for damaged insulation or exposed metal before using the instrument If any defects are found replace them immediately Only use the test lead provided with the equipment or UL Listed Probe Assembly This Clamp on meter is
13. eries of bar graph segments on the display together with variable beep tones MAX 600A 600V CAT Ty wae an o ELECT eNon Contact EF Detection An antenna is located along the top right end of the clamp jaw which detects electric field surrounds energized conductors It is ideal for tracing live wiring connections locating wiring breakage and to distinguish between live or earth connections eProbe Contact EF Detection For more precise indication of live wires such as distinguishing between live and ground connections use the Red test probe for direct contact measurements PC computer interface capabilities The instrument equips with an optical isolated interface port at the meter back for data communication Press and hold the HOLD button while turning the meter on to enable meter PC COMM output Optional purchase PC interface kit BRUA13X is required to connect the meter to the PC computer RS232 or USB ports 12 Hold The hold feature freezes the display for later view Press the HOLD button momentarily to toggle the hold feature 5ms CREST MAX capture mode Press CREST HOLD button for one second or more and release to activate CREST MAX capture Instantaneous Peak Hold mode to capture signal peak of voltage or current in duration as short as Sms The LCD C amp MAX turn on Press the button momentarily again can toggle the combination use of HOLD feature Press the button for 1 second or more a
14. ess the jaw trigger and clamp the jaws around only one single conductor of a circuit for load current measurement Make sure the jaws are completely closed or else it will introduce measurement errors Enclosing more than one conductor of a circuit will result in differential current like identifying leakage current measurement Locate the conductor s at the Jaws center as much as possible to get the best measuring accuracy For removal press the jaw trigger and remove the jaws from the conductor s Adjacent current carrying devices such as transformers motors and conductor wires will affect measurement accuracy Keep the jaws away from them as much as possible to minimize influence MAX 600A 600V CAT m CREST A E HODA MAX 600A 600V CAT m CREST A E HODA MAX 600 600V CAT USN A k Ol A E HOLD a EF True RMS RELA C EF EF True RMS RELA True RMS RELA Temperature function Model 185 amp 188 only Set slide switch to ACA 2 TEMP functions position Slide switch on defaults at ACA Hz Function Press SELECT button momentarily to select C Celsius function Press once again to select F Fahrenheit function Inputs are made through the test leads terminals Be sure to insert the banana plug type K temperature bead probe Bkp60 with correct polarities You can also use a plug adapter Bkb32 Optional purchase with banana pins to type K socket to adapt other type K standard mini
15. ground True RMS PC Comm SELECT RANGE Temp m AM Tion ogr T ia Vao S J MAX OM 600V CAT lli 0 0 AutoCheck mode This innovative AutoCheck feature automatically selects measurement function of DCV VFD ACV with low pass filters or Resistance Q based on the input via the test leads eWith no input the meter displays Auto when it is ready eWith no voltage signal but a resistance below 10MQ nominal is present the meter displays the resistance value When the resistance is below the Audible Threshold the meter further gives a continuity beep tone eWhen a signal above the voltage threshold of 1V DCV or VFD ACV up to the rated 600V is present the meter displays the voltage value in appropriate DCV or VFD ACV whichever larger in peak magnitude Note Range Lock and Function Lock Feature When a measurement reading is being displayed in AutoCheck mode press the RANGE or SELECT button momentarily 1 time can lock the range or function it was in Press the button momentarily 8 repeatedly to step through the ranges or functions As Hazardous Alert When making resistance measurements in AutoCheck mode an unexpected display of voltage readings alerts you that the object under test is being energized Ghost voltage Buster Ghost voltages are unwanted stray signals coupled from adjacent hard signals which confuse common multimeter voltage measurements Our AutoCheck mode prov
16. ides low ramp up input impedance approx 2 5kQ at low voltage to drain ghost voltages leaving mainly hard signal values on meter readings It is an invaluable feature for precise indication of hard signals such as distinguishing between hot and open wires to ground in electrical installation applications WARNING AutoCheck mode input impedance increases abruptly from initial 2 5kQ to a few hundred kQ s on high voltage hard signals Loz displays on the LCD to remind the users of being in such low impedance mode Peak initial load current while probing 600VAC for example can be up to 340mA 600V x 1 414 2 5kQ decreasing abruptly to approx 3 4mA 600V x 1 414 250kQ within a fraction of a second Do not use AutoCheck mode on circuits that could be damaged by such low input impedance Instead use slide switch selector or j high input impedance voltage modes to minimize loading for such circuits 600V CATT CREST 600V CAT TTA oar HOLD A 600V CATT CREST 600V CATT CREST aly a HDE Hoog HOLD U III ALLL While in AutoCheck function press SELECT button momentarily to manually select the low input impedance LoZ ACV z VFD ACV z and DCV functions as well as the Q Resistance Continuity 4 Capacitance and Diode functions in Sequence Note 1 Both ACV LoZ amp VFD ACV LoZ fun
17. nd release to exit CREST MAX capture mode Auto ranging and Auto Power Off are disabled automatically in this mode Backlighted LCD display models 185 amp 188 only Press the SELECT button for 1 second or more to toggle the LCD backlight The backlight will also be turned off automatically after 32 seconds to extend battery life Relative Zero A mode Relative Zero allows the user to offset the meter consecutive measurements with the main display displaying reading as the reference value Press the REL button momentarily to toggle Relative Zero mode Manual or Auto ranging Press the RANGE button momentarily to select manual ranging and the meter will remain in the range it was in the LCD turns off Press the button momentarily again to step through the ranges Press and hold the button for 1 second or more and release to resume auto ranging Note Manual ranging feature is not available in Hz and 4k function ranges Set Beeper Off Press the RANGE button while turning the meter on to temporarily disable the Beeper feature Turn the slide switch OFF and then back on to resume Auto Power Off APO The Auto Power Off APO mode turns the meter off automatically to extend battery life after approximately 34 minutes of no rotary switch or push button operations To wake up the meter from APO press the SELECT button momentarily or turn the slide switch OFF and then back on Always turn the slide switch to the OFF position when the meter i
18. s not in use 13 Disabling Auto Power Off Press and hold the SELECT button while turning the meter on to temporarily disable the Auto Power Off APO feature Turn the slide switch OFF and then back on to resume 5 MAINTENANCE WARNING To avoid electrical shock disconnect the meter from any circuit remove the test leads from the input jacks and turn OFF the meter before opening the case Do not operate with open case Trouble Shooting If the instrument fails to operate check batteries and test leads etc and replace as necessary Double check operating procedure as described in this user s manual If the instrument voltage resistance input terminal has subjected to high voltage transient caused by lightning or switching surge to the system under test by accident or abnormal conditions of operation the protective impedance components in series might be blown off become high impedance like fuses to protect the user and the instrument Most measuring functions through this terminal will then be open circuit Such components should then be replaced by qualified technician Refer to the LIMITED WARRANTY section for obtaining warranty or repairing service Accuracy and Calibration Accuracy is specified for a period of one year after calibration Periodic calibration at intervals of one year is recommended to maintain meter accuracy If self diagnostic message C_Er is being displayed while powering on some meter ranges might be
19. unction 5 Common Ground reference Input Jack for all functions EXCEPT non invasive ACA current function 6 Slide switch Selector to turn the power ON OFF and Select a function 7 3 5 6 digits 6000 counts amp 3 1 2 digits 2000 counts dual numeric LCD display 8 Jaw trigger for opening the transformer clamp jaw 9 Jaw center Indicators at where best ACA accuracy is specified 10 Jaw marking lines for ACA position error indication 4 4 OPERATION CAUTION Before and after hazardous voltage measurements test the voltage function on a known source such as line voltage to determine proper meter functioning crn CLL ang Cou MAX COM 600V CAT m ACV HZ DCV functions Set slide switch to Voltage function position s Inputs are made through the test leads terminals For Models 185 amp 188 Slide switch on defaults at ACV 4 Function Press SELECT button momentarily toggles to DCV function For Models 181 amp 183 ACV Hz amp DCV functions are in different slide switch positions ACA Z function Set the slide switch to select ACA function Input is made through the clamp jaws for non invasive current measurements Note The Hz trigger level is determined by the ACV or ACA function range being in use Press RANGE button to select different function ranges and thus trigger levels manually CAUTION Application and removal of the Clamp on meter For non invasive ACA current measurements pr
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