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Pocket Multimeter 5115

 

Statement of Compliance 

Chauvin Arnoux

®

, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC

®

 Instruments 

certifies that this instrument has been calibrated using 
standards and instruments traceable to international 
standards. 

We guarantee that at the time of shipping your 
instrument has met its published specifications. 

An N.I.S.T. traceable certificate may be requested at 
the time of purchase, or obtained by returning the 
instrument to our repair and calibration facility, for a 
nominal charge. 

The recommended calibration interval for this 
instrument is 12 months and begins on the date of 
receipt by the customer. For recalibration, please use 
our calibration services. Refer to our repair and 
calibration section at

 

www.aemc.com

Serial #: 
Catalog #: 

2154.10 

Model #:  

5115 

Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated: 

Date Received: 

 

Date Calibration Due: 

 

Chauvin Arnoux

®

, Inc. 

d.b.a AEMC

®

 Instruments 

www.aemc.com

Summary of Contents for 5115

Page 1: ...5115 ENGLISH User Manual POCKET MULTIMETER ...

Page 2: ...ion is provided as is without warranty of any kind expressed implied or otherwise Chauvin Arnoux Inc has made every reasonable effort to ensure that this documentation is accurate but does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the text graphics or other information contained in this documentation Chauvin Arnoux Inc shall not be liable for any damages special indirect incidental or inconseque...

Page 3: ... be requested at the time of purchase or obtained by returning the instrument to our repair and calibration facility for a nominal charge The recommended calibration interval for this instrument is 12 months and begins on the date of receipt by the customer For recalibration please use our calibration services Refer to our repair and calibration section at www aemc com Serial Catalog 2154 10 Model...

Page 4: ...uble insulated Shock Hazard Important note Battery Comply with EU directives Diode Earth Ground Process according to WEEE 2002 96 EC Sorting for the recycling of electric and electronic waste in the EU Danger hazard Definition of Measurement Categories CAT IV Test and measurement circuits connected to the source of the building s low voltage network Examples Equipment upstream of the main fuse or ...

Page 5: ...voltage network Examples Circuits in network for household appliances portable tools and similar instruments PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Failure to comply with these safety instructions can create a risk of electric shock fire and explosion resulting in destruction of the instrument injury to the user and damage to the facility If the instrument is used other than as specified in this manual the protectio...

Page 6: ... incomplete or improperly closed Before each use check the condition of the housing and probes Any instrument on which the insulation is deteriorated even partially must be set aside for repair or disposal Observe all environmental conditions of use Do not modify the instrument or replace components using equivalent parts Repairs and adjustments must be performed by qualified approved personnel Re...

Page 7: ...nstallation 11 2 2 Instrument Check 12 2 3 Sleep Mode 12 3 OPERATION 13 3 1 Backlight Flashlight 13 3 2 Data Hold 13 3 3 MAX Mode 14 3 4 AC DC Voltage Measurement 14 3 5 Continuity Check 15 3 6 Resistance Measurement 16 3 7 Diode Check 16 3 8 Non Contact Voltage Detection NCV 17 4 MAINTENANCE 18 4 1 Cleaning 18 4 2 Battery Replacement 18 LIMITED WARRANTY 22 ...

Page 8: ...laim immediately with the carrier and notify your distributor at once giving a detailed description of any damage Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim Ordering Information Multimeter Model 5115 Cat 2154 10 Includes meter soft carrying pouch two lithium CR2032 batteries installed and user manual 1 2 Description The Model 5115 measures AC or DC voltage resistance and continu...

Page 9: ...Pocket Multimeter 5115 9 1 3 Front Panel 1 Flashlight light 5 Function button 2 LCD display 6 HOLD button 3 Rotary selection switch 7 MAX button 4 Backlight flashlight button ...

Page 10: ...ull autorange Flashlight Non contact voltage NCV detection MAX function Attached leads 2mm IEC 61010 2 033 compliant Diode test Specifications Display LCD includes backlight Counts 2000pts Power 2 x CR2032 IP IP40 Safety 600V CATIII Operating range 32 to 122 F 0 to 50 C Accuracy VDC 1 2 2cts VAC 1 5 8cts Resistance 1 5 5cts ...

Page 11: ...Back cover 3 Lithium CR2032 batteries two 1 Remove the back cover fastening screw using a Phillips head screwdriver 2 Remove the back cover 3 Insert two lithium CR2032 batteries into the battery compartment Ensure polarity is correct 4 Replace back cover and fastening screw 1 2 3 ...

Page 12: ...D and the measurement should appear as OL 2 Press the yellow function key The icon should appear on the LCD 3 Touch the test leads together The beeper should sound 4 Turn the rotary switch to and check a known voltage for example a battery Ensure the reading is accurate 2 3 Sleep Mode To save battery life the instrument automatically enters sleep mode and turns OFF the LCD after 30 minutes of inac...

Page 13: ...light 3 A third press turns ON the backlight without turning OFF the flashlight 4 A fourth press turns OFF both the backlight and flashlight Note the backlight blinks red in NCV mode if live AC voltage is detected see 3 8 3 2 Data Hold Dangerous voltages may be present at the input terminals and may not be displayed To freeze the displayed measurement on the LCD press the HOLD button A second pres...

Page 14: ...word MAX appears on the LCD The displayed value now updates only when a higher reading is measured If you change the measurement setting the maximum value resets 3 Press MAX to return to normal measurement 3 4 AC DC Voltage Measurement Minimize risk when measuring unknown voltage by measuring both AC and DC 1 Turn the rotary switch to 2 Touch the probes to the desired test points in the circuit 3 ...

Page 15: ...ed 1 Turn the rotary switch to 2 Press the yellow function button The icon appears on the LCD 3 Touch the probe tips to the desired point in the circuit If there is continuity the circuit s resistance is displayed If the reading is under 30Ω the beeper sounds indicating a potential short circuit If the resistance is above 400Ω the LCD displays OL indicating the reading is out of range ...

Page 16: ...ead probe tips to the desired point in the circuit and read the measured resistance on the LCD If the resistance is above 20MΩ the LCD displays OL 3 7 Diode Check To avoid electrical shock and damage to the instrument when checking diodes ensure the power to the circuit is OFF and all capacitors are discharged 1 Turn the rotary switch to 2 Connect the red test probe to the anode side and black tes...

Page 17: ...ve AC voltage referenced to the ground Under some conditions NCV may not detect live voltage present in electrical circuits or equipment To ensure safety never touch the circuit under test even if NCV does not detect voltage 1 Turn the rotary switch to NCV 2 Point the top of the instrument labeled NCV towards the conductor to be tested and approach the conductor with the instrument 3 If AC voltage...

Page 18: ...mise safety 4 1 Cleaning Clean with a soft cloth regularly dipped in soapy water and use a damp cloth to wipe any soap residue Dry with a dry cloth or air dryer Do not use alcohol chemical solvent or hydrocarbon solvent cleaners 4 2 Battery Replacement To avoid false readings that could compromise safety replace the batteries with CR2032 batteries as soon as the battery indicator appears Follow th...

Page 19: ...rocedures For Instrument Repair and Calibration You must contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization Number CSA This will ensure that when your instrument arrives it will be tracked and processed promptly Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container If the instrument is returned for calibration we need to know if you want a standard calibration or a calibration...

Page 20: ...r NH 03820 USA Phone 800 945 2362 x360 603 749 6434 x360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 E mail repair aemc com Or contact your authorized distributor Costs for repair standard calibration and calibration traceable to N I S T are available NOTE You must obtain a CSA before returning any instrument ...

Page 21: ...roper operation or application of your instrument please call mail fax or e mail our technical support team Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 200 Foxborough Boulevard Foxborough MA 02035 USA Phone 800 343 1391 508 698 2115 Fax 508 698 2118 E mail techsupport aemc com www aemc com NOTE Do not ship instruments to our Foxborough MA address ...

Page 22: ...d or if the defect is related to service not performed by AEMC Instruments Full warranty coverage and product registration is available on our website at www aemc com warranty html Please print the online Warranty Coverage Information for your records What AEMC Instruments will do If a malfunction occurs within the warranty period you may return the instrument to us for repair provided we have you...

Page 23: ... CSA Form Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container Return the instrument postage or shipment pre paid to Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 800 945 2362 x360 603 749 6434 x360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 E mail repair aemc com Caution To protect yourself against in transit loss we recommend you insure your returned material...

Page 24: ...06 18 99 MAN 100457 v3 Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 603 749 6434 Fax 603 742 2346 www aemc com ...

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