User`s Manual for Victor 88E Digital Multimeter
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1. and range to avoid fault operation 5 Move the test leads away from test points when switching the function 6 Never input voltage when measuring current 7 Never modify the meter s internal circuits 8 Introduction for safety symbol villas A high voltage present GND oO dual insulation refer to manual 1 Low battery SPECIFICATION 1 General features 1 1 Display LCD 1 2 Max display 3999 3 3 4 digits automatic polarity and unit symbol display 1 3 Measurement method double integral A D conversion 1 4 Sampling rate approximately 3 times sec 1 5 Over range display OL displayed in the highest digit 1 6 Low battery display 1 7 Working environment 0 40 relative humidity less than 80 1 8 Power supply 2 pieces 1 5V battery AAA 7 battery 1 9 Dimension 7 4 x 3 8 x 1 3 length x width x height 1 10 Weight approximately 14 ounces including battery 1 11 The Victor 88E Standard Package comes complete with U36 Deluxe Test leads C1 Clip Set TP3 Temperature Probe Duracell batteries and P25 hard case 1 12 The Victor 88E C comes with Standard Package L36 Test Leads FSG1 Flame Safeguard Adapter GA 1 and GA2 Gas Burner Thermocouple Adapters PT1 Probe Pins and one pair of J1 Jumpers 1 13 1 12 The Victor 88E C A comes with 88E C Package and 88CP9 AmpKlamp see Appendix A TECHNICAL FEATURES 2 1 Accuracy a2. into the COM terminal and the red one into the mA terminal the Max 400mA or into the 20A terminal the Max 20A When measuring uA DC use the FSGI adapter between the meter leads and the control 2 Use the selector knob and set to the proper DCA range press the key to select the measurement mode and then connect the leads in series into the electric circuit under test LCD displays current under test Note 1 Users should first set the selector knob to the highest range if users have no idea about the range of current under test and then select the proper range based on displaying value 2 Ifthe LCD displays OL it means the current is over range Now you need to select the knob to the higher range 3 Maximum input current is 400mA or 20A subject to the terminal the red test lead is inserted into too large a current will damage the fuse and meter 4 5 ACA measurement 1 Insert the black test lead into the COM terminal and the red one into the mA terminal maximum 400mA or to the 20A terminal maximum 20A 2 Use the selector knob to set the proper ACA range press the DC AC key to select the measurement mode and then connect the leads in series to the electric circuit under test LCD displays current under test Note 1 Users should first set the selector knob to the highest range if users have no idea about the range of current under test and then select the proper range based on displaying value 2 If the LCD displa
3. x reading data digits environment temperature at 23 C 5 relative humidity less than 75 2 2 DC Voltage DCV 400mV 1 5 6 ImV 400V 100mV 1000V 1 0 4 1V Input impedance 400mV Range 1OMQ other range is 40MQ Overload protection 1000V DC or 750V AC 2 3 AC Voltage ACV 400mV 1 5 6 ImV ImV 0 8 6 100mV Te imv 0 5 6 100mV IV 400V 100mV 750V 1 0 6 1V Input impedance 400mV Range 10MQ other range is 40MQ Overload protection 1000V DC or 750V AC Frequency response mV and 750V range 40 to 1OOHz other range 40 to 400 Hz Display Sine wave RMS Average value response 2 4 DC Current DCA 400uA O 1uA 4000uA luWA io F Ta a 400mA 100uA 20A 1 2 10 10mA MAX measurement voltage drop full range mA 1 2VA 100mV Max input current 20A within 15 seconds Overload protection 400mA 250V and 20A 250V fast acting fuse 2 5 AC Current ACA 400uA 0 1nA 4000uA 1A 1 5 5 D 400mA 100uA 20A 2 0 15d MAX measurement voltage drop full range mA 1 2V A 100mV Max input current 20A within 15 seconds Overload protection 400mA 250V and 20A 250V fast acting fuse Frequency response 20A range 40 100Hz other range 40 to 400Hz 40mA 2 6 Resistance 4000 O 8 45d AHD 0 8 4d gt Open circuit voltage 400mV Overload protection 250V DC or AC peak value NOTE At a range of less than 400 Q short circuit the test leads
4. 40 C to 50 C 45 RH Storage conditions 22 F to 140 F 30 C to 60 C lt 90 Relative Humidity Altitude Operate at less than 9800 feet or 3000 meters Weight 4 5 ounces Dimensions 4 25 x 1 9 x 1 25 HxWxD Standards IEC1010 1 1995 EN61010 1 1995 Category Il 600V Category Il 300V C e Specifications eneon om Sensitivity Sadma Oem Current 0 to 200A ImV A 1A mV AC 2 0 0 5A 50 60Hz Using the Amp Klamp To use the Amp Klamp follow these instructions l Connect the test leads of the Klamp probe to the terminals of the 88E Multimeter Insert the black test lead to COM terminal and the red test lead to V Q Hz terminal Turn the selector knob on the 88E multimeter to the mV millivolt range Hit to select AC push button on 88E Position the Klamp jaw perpendicular to and centered around the conductor to be measured Read the measured value from the 88E LCD display 10 Example for using multimeter with the CP09 AC Current Clamp on Adapter Current Clamp Sensitivity ImV A Multimeter displays 100 0mV Actual current display value sensitivity Current Clamp 100 0mV 1mV A 100 0A EXAMPLE When measuring AC current to transformer in a 24Vac circuit multimeter reads 0 03 mV actual reading is 0 03 Amps When measuring input to typical small powerburner PSC motor multimeter reads 1 30 mV actual reading is 1 3 amps Figure 1 Description of Amp Klamp 88CP9 Curre
5. User s Manual for Victor 88E Digital Multimeter 3999 Auntonfsuatenstousteudhastiush Distributed by www FiredragonEnt com OVERVIEW The Victor 88E digital multimeter is a battery driven 3 3 4 digital multimeter It uses an LCD with a 1 display for easy reading The 15 second backlight and overload protection make all types of operation more convenient The digital multimeter has the function of measuring DCV ACV DCA ACA resistance capacitance frequency temperature duty cycle and diode and a continuity performance test The meter can provide functions including analog bar and unit symbol display data holding HOLD relative value measuring REL maximal minimal value measuring MAX MIN auto manual range switching RANGE auto power off and warning functions It adopts double integral A D converter as its core It is an ideal tool for labs factories radio technology and HVAC field use SAFETY NOTES The instrument is designed according to IEC1010 standard safety standard issued by International Electro Technical Committee Please read the following before operation 1 Voltage less than 36V is a control and safety voltage When measuring voltage higher than DC 36V AC 25V check the connection and insulation of test leads to avoid electric shock 2 Do not input a limited voltage higher than DC 1000V or AC 750V when measuring 3 When measuring voltage higher than DC 60V AC 40V please be careful 4 Select correct function
6. V Q Hz terminal 4 If the LCD doesn t display 0 press the button to clear the reading 5 Place the test leads in parallel with the capacitor being tested The red test lead is for the positive pole LCD displays capacitance value Note 1 Never input voltage or current to the VQHz terminal when measuring capacitance 2 In order to assure an accurate reading press the button to clear the reading before testing 3 There is only the auto range mode for testing capacitors 4 The capacitance must be complete discharged before testing to protect the meter 5 A reading over the 400uF range will delay 15 seconds 4 8 Frequency measurement 1 Insert the black lest lead into the COM terminal and the red one into the V Q Hz terminal 2 Turn the selector knob to the Hz range 3 Place the test leads to the signal source or the load which is to be tested 4 Press the key to switch frequency duty cycle it will display the frequency or duty cycle of the signal source which is tested Note 1 There is only the auto range mode under the frequency mode 2 The meter can still work if the input is higher than 10Vrms but the accuracy is not guaranteed 3 In noise environment you should use shielded cable to measure a low signal 4 When measuring high voltage circuits no part of your body should touch the high voltage circuit 5 Never input a voltage higher than 250V DC or AC peak value or it may damage the meter 4 9 Diode perfor
7. age under test connected by the red test lead Note 1 Users should first set the select knob to the highest range if users have no idea about the range of voltage under test and then select the proper range based on the displaying value If LCD displays OL it means meter is over the maximum value of this range select a higher range 2 Never input a voltage over DC 1000V 3 Be careful while measuring a high voltage DO NOT touch the high voltage circuit 4 3 ACV measurement 1 Insert the black test lead into the COM terminal and the red one to the V Q Hz terminal 2 Turn the selector knob to V range 3 Auto range is the original mode it will display AUTO symbol Press the RANGE key to change to the manual range mode 400mV 4V 40V 400V 750V range is selective Note When measuring ACV under auto range mode pressing the key will display AC mV range 4 Connect the leads in parallel across the electric circuit under test LCD displays voltage by the test lead Note 1 Users should first set the selector knob to the highest range if users have no idea about the range of voltage under test and then select the proper range based on displaying value If LCD displays OL it means meter is over the maximum value of this range select a higher range 2 Never input a voltage over AC 750V 3 Be carefully while measuring a high voltage DO NOT touch the high voltage circuit 4 4 DCA measurement 1 Insert the black test lead
8. anual cannot be exceeded by special usage MB 088E FD 08 10 APPENDIX A OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR 88CP9 AMP KLAMP Thank you for purchasing the 88CP9 a smaller sized convenient to use AC Current Clamp On Adapter for the Victor 88E Multimeter The 88CP9 is a 200Amp AC Clamp on Adapter using the voltage output of the adapter and the standard meter inputs of a multimeter It can also be used with power harmonics oscilloscopes or other voltage measurement devices Using the Amp Klamp Safely Warning To prevent electric shock fire and personal injury carefully read all safety information before attempting to operate the 9 current Clamp and follow these procedures Do not use the clamp on circuits rated higher than 600V in Installation Category II Use caution when clamping around un insulated conductors or bus bars Do not use a Klamp that is cracked damaged or has a defective cable Such Klamps should be made inoperative by taping the Klamp shut to prevent operation and disposed of Check the magnetic mating surfaces of the Klamp jaws these should be free of dust dirt rust and other foreign matter Keep your fingers off the Klamp jaws Keep your fingers behind the safety barrier as shown in Figure 1 General Specifications Output Impedance lt 1kQ AC Bandwidth 40 to 400Hz Jaw opening 1 2 inch or 16 mm Operating conditions 32 F to 86 F 0 C to 30 C 90 RH 86 F to 104 F 30 C to 40 C 75 RH 104 F to 122 F
9. ature measurement end of he thermocouple on the surface or inside the object to be tested Read the temperature from the screen and the data is in Centigrade 3 Press the key to select Fahrenheit the data is in degrees Fahrenheit Note 1 When the input terminal is in ambient air 1t will display the temperature 2 Only use the TPO1 probe or the value accuracy isn t guaranteed 3 Never input voltage at temperature range 4 12 Flame measurement Testing of flame signals will either be in DC microamps DCuA or DC Volts V depending on the manufacturer of the control device For DC microamps DCuA refer to Section 4 4 For DC volts refer to Section 4 2 4 13 Data holding 1 The presently measured value is held on the LCD and the symbol displays Press the button again the HOLD function is cancelled 4 14 Auto power off 1 When the meter has not been used for about 15 minutes the built in buzzer will sound 5 times and the meter goes into sleeping mode minute later the buzzer sounds a long tone time and the meter powers off Press any key to restart the power 4 15 Meter maintenance The 88E is a high accuracy precision instrument please do not attempt to modify any of the internal circuits 1 Keep the meter away from water dust and shock 2 Do not store and operate the meter under extremes of high temperature high humidity combustibles explosives and strong magnetic areas 3 Wipe the case with a damp clo
10. mance test 1 Insert the black test lead into the COM terminal and the red one into the V Q Hz terminal the polarity of the red lead is 2 Turn the selector knob to range press the key to select the measurement mode Connect the test leads to the diode being tested the red test lead connects to the diode positive polarity the black test lead to the diode cathode polarity the reading is the approx value of the diode forward volt drop 3 With the red test connected to the diode cathode polarity and the black test lead to the diode positive polarity the LCD will display OL 4 This will complete diode testing including forward and backward measurement if the desired result isn t met by performing the above tests it means the diode is bad 4 10 Continuity performance test 1 Insert the black test lead into the COM terminal and the red one into the V Q Hz terminal 2 Turn the selector knob to range press the key to select the Continuity measurement mode 3 Insert the test leads onto two points of the tested circuit if the inner buzzer sounds the resistance is less than 500 Note Never input voltage at gt range 4 11 Temperature measurement 1 Turn the selector knob to the C F range 2 Using the TP3 temperature probe insert the cathode black pin of the cold end free end of the probe into the mA terminal jack and the anode red pin into the VQHz terminal Put the working end temper
11. nt sensing jaw Klamp trigger to open Safety barrier oe ee Voltage output lead Safety Information M This symbol adjacent to another symbol or terminal indicates the user must refer to the manual for further information A This symbol adjacent to a terminal indicates that under normal use hazardous voltages may be present LI This symbol denotes Double Insulation 03 10 88CP9FD FIREDRAGON ENTERPRISES 11
12. th and a mild detergent do not use abrasives and alcohol 4 If do not operate the meter for a long time you should take out the battery to avoid leakage and corrosion 5 When the t symbol displays you should replace the battery following the steps 5 1 Unlock the button and remove the battery case 5 2 Take out the old battery and replace with new ones Alkaline batteries are better and have a longer service life 5 3 Fit on the battery case and lock the button 6 Fuse change When replacing the fuse use a fuse of the same type and specification Note 1 Never input a voltage value higher than DC 1000V or AC 750V 2 Never measure a voltage with the meter selector knob in the current resistance temperature capacitance or diode and continuity range 3 Never use the meter without a battery installed and the back case closed securely 4 When replacing the fuse remove the test leads from the measuring terminals and power off the meter first 4 16 Troubleshooting If the meter does not work properly check the meter as following E Turn on the power No reading on LCD E Set the HOLD key to a correct mode E Replace battery e signal appears E Replace battery m Replace fuse Big Error Value E Replace battery E These specifications are subject to change without notice E We hereby will not be responsible for any accident and damage caused by improper operation The functions stated in this User M
13. to measure the wire resistance and then subtract it from the real measurement 2 7 Capacitance C 2 5 6d HPE 4000n F 100pF 3 5 8d 400uF 3 0 8d 10OnF Overload protection 250V DC or AC peak value 2 8 Frequency F 100Hz 1000Hz 10Hz 10kHz 10Hz 00kHy 100Hz IMHz 1kHz 30MHz 10kHz Input sensitivity 1 0V Overload protection 250V DC or AC peak value 2 9 Diode and continuity performance test Range Value displayec esting condition Forward voltage drop of diode erin eee 0 5mA the backward h il Buzzer makes a long sound while resistance 1s eR ee nr ee eee rr less than 30 20 Q P 8 pprox V Over load protection 250V DC or AC peak value CAUTION DO NOT INPUT VOLTAGE IN THIS RANGE 2 10 Temperature 0 C 1 0 4 40 C 1000 C 0 C 400 C 1 0 4 1 C 400C 1 5 15 7 750 F 0 8 5 r AAT 4950 F 1 5 15 Sensor TPO1 K type thermocouple CAUTION DO NOT INPUT VOLTAGE IN THIS RANGE OPERATION 4 1 Panel description 1 LCD display the measuring value and unit 2 Function key 2 1 key DC AC mode temperature C F Diode Continuity performance switch 2 2 key select auto range or manual range mode Auto range is the normal mode it will display AUTO symbol Press it to change to manual range Press it more than 2 seconds it will return to auto range mode 2 3 key press it the presently measured value is held on LCD and HOLD symbol displa
14. ys Press it again HOLD symbol disappears and the meter is exited the holding mode 2 4 key press it reading clears and goes to relative value measurement mode REL symbol displays press it again REL symbol disappears and the meter exits the relative mode 2 5 key press it meter goes to MAX mode it will hold the max value of measured reading Press it again goes to MIN mode it will hold the minimum value of measurement No auto power off and analog bar display in this mode Press it more than 2 seconds it exits MAX MIN mode 2 6 key When measuring AC Voltage Current press it meter switches to Frequency duty cycle Voltage Current When measuring the Frequency it will switch frequency duty cycle 1 99 3 Selector Knob Selects measuring function and range 4 Temperature positive and VQHzt terminal 5 Voltage resistance frequency capacitor and temperature terminal 6 COM terminal 7 Less than 400mA current testing terminal and temperature negative terminal 8 20A current terminal 4 2 DCV measurement 1 Insert the black test lead to COM terminal and the red one to V Q Hz terminal 2 Turn the selector knob to V range 3 Auto range is the normal mode it will display AUTO symbol Press the key to change to the manual range mode 400mV 4V 40V 400V 1000V range is selective 4 Connect the leads in parallel across the electric circuit under test LCD displays polarity and volt
15. ys OL it means the current is over range Now you need to select the knob to the higher range 3 Maximum input current is 400mA or 20A subject to the terminal the red test lead is inserted into too large a current will damage the fuse and meter 4 6 Resistance measurement 1 Insert the black lest lead into the COM terminal and the red lead into the V Q Hz terminal 2 Turn the selector knob to Q range 3 Connect the leads in parallel with the resistance being measured 3 Auto range is the original mode press the key change to the manual range mode 4 When measuring the actual minimum resistance short circuit the test leads first press the button and then test the resistance it will now display the actual resistance Note 1 The LCD displays OL when the resistance is over the selected range When measuring a value over IMQ the reading will take a few seconds to become stable This is normal for high resistance measuring 2 When the input lead is in an open circuit overload displays OL 3 When measuring in line resistors be sure that the power is off and all capacitors are completely discharged 4 Never input any voltage while the meter is set for resistance range 4 7 Capacitance measurement 1 Discharge any capacitor to be tested by shorting the terminals of the capacitor with an insulated device 2 Turn the selector knob to 4 range 3 Insert the black lest lead into the COM terminal and the red lead into the
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