11
16
12
17
13
18
14
19
15
20
MicroAmps DC (μADC)
Microamps for fl ame rectifi er diode test on a heater control.
Connect leads between fl ame sensor probe and control module and
turn heating unit on to read μA measurement. When the fl ame is on,
there should be a measurable μADC signal, typically under 10μADC.
Compare measurement to manufacture’s specifi cation to determine
if replacement is necessary.
Ranges:
500μA
Resolution:
0.1μA
Accuracy:
±(1.0% + 2)
Voltage burden:
1V
Overload Protection:
600VDC or 600VAC rms
Frequency (Hz) through Leads
Check Variable Frequency Drives. Check incoming voltages to
ensure they are cycling at 60Hz or desired frequency.
Ranges:
500Hz, 5kHz, 50kHz, 500kHz, 1MHz
Resolution:
0.1Hz
Accuracy:
±(0.1% + 5)
Sensitivity:
10Hz to 1MHz: >3.5Vrms
Duty Cycle (%)
Duty cycle shows the % of the AC waveform which has postitive
amplitude.
Ranges:
5%-95% (40Hz to 20kHz)
PW:
>10μs
Resolution:
0.1%
Accuracy (5V logic):
±(2% + 10)
Capacitance (MFD)
Set to MFD to test motor start and run capacitors. Capacitors
are one of the most failure prone components in a HVAC/R system.
Discharge capacitor and disconnect from power and resistors
between terminals before testing. If dIS.C is displayed, discharge the
capacitor.
Ranges:
5μF, 50μF, 500μF, 5mF
Resolution:
1nF
Accuracy:
±(3% + 15) 5μF, ±(3% + 5) 50μF to 500μF,
±(5% + 20) 5mF
Overload Protection:
600VDC or 600VAC rms
O
F
F
MFD
NCV
V
AC
V
DC
A
AC
Hz
Hz
%
°C
°F
O
F
F
MFD
NCV
V
AC
V
DC
A
AC
Hz
Hz
%
°C
°F
O
F
F
MFD
NCV
V
AC
V
DC
A
AC
Hz
Hz
%
°C
°F
Discharge Cap First!
Voltage DC (VDC)
Select VDC and the range will automatically be selected to give
the best resolution.
Ranges:
500mV, 5V, 50V, 500V, 600V
Resolution:
0.1mV
Accuracy:
±(0.5% + 2)
Input impedance:
>100MΩ (500mV), 10MΩ (5V),
9.1MΩ (50V-600V)
Resistance (Ω)
Used for “ohming out” a motor. 0.1Ω resolution is necessary to
test the resistance between the motor poles because the values are
typically very low.
Ranges:
500Ω, 5kΩ, 50kΩ, 500kΩ, 5MΩ, 50MΩ
Resolution:
0.1Ω
Overload Protection:
600VDC/VAC rms
Accuracy:
±(1.0% + 5) 500Ω to 500kΩ, ±(1.5% + 5) 5MΩ, ±(3.0%
+ 5) 50MΩ
Continuity (
O
F
F
)
Use the continuity feature to test if a circuit is open or closed.
Use this feature to check fuses as well. A steady “beep” and green
LED indicate the circuit is good. Turn dial to Ω position and press SEL
button once.
Range:
500Ω
Resolution:
0.1Ω
Response time:
100ms
Audible beep:
<30Ω
Overload Protection:
600VDC/VACrms
Diode Test (
O
F
F
)
Test diodes for proper forward and reversed-biased functions.
Turn dial to Ω position and press SEL button twice.
Test current:
0.8mA (Approx.)
Accuracy:
±(1.5% + 5)
Overload Protection:
600VDC/VACrms
O
F
F
MFD
NCV
V
AC
V
DC
A
AC
Hz
Hz
%
°C
°F
O
F
F
MFD
NCV
V
AC
V
DC
A
AC
Hz
Hz
%
°C
°F
O
F
F
MFD
NCV
V
AC
V
DC
A
AC
Hz
Hz
%
°C
°F
Amps AC (AAC)
Test any isolated power line. Press SEL on VAC/AAC/Hz position.
AAC will display in the upper display. True RMS on model SC56 only.
Ranges:
50A, 400A
Resolution:
0.01A
Crest factor:
≤ 3
Accuracy:
±(2.0% + 10) 50-60Hz
Jaw Opening:
1.2in
(
30 mm)
Frequency (Hz) through Clamp
Measure frequency without using test leads, just use the clamp.
Turn dial to VAC/AAC/Hz and press SEL twice. Clamp Hz upper display.
Range:
10Hz to 400Hz
Accuracy:
±(0.1% + 5)
Minimum current range:
> 5AAC
Overload Protection:
400AAC
Resolution:
0.1Hz
O
F
F
MFD
NCV
V
AC
V
DC
A
AC
Hz
Hz
%
°C
°F
SEL
RNG
Inrush Current (SC56 only)
Inrush feature captures current at start of fi rst 100ms period
of a motor start. This can help diagnose a motor before it fails.
To activate Inrush, turn dial to
VAC/AAC/Hz position
, press SEL to
show AAC on top display, then press the INRUSH button on the
side of the meter once for 50AAC range and twice for 400AAC.
Inrush measurement period:
100-milliseconds
Minimum input:
>2A on 50A range; >20A on 400A range
Modular
Expandability
Your new Swivel Clamp Meter is compatible
with all Fieldpiece Accessory Heads. With
Fieldpiece Accessory Heads, you can measure
any available parameter, and read the
measurement on your new meter's display in
real-time.
Just set the range to VDC and press the
RANGE button until mV is displayed. Remove
the probe tips of your test leads, and connect
your accessory head (model AAV3 shown).
O
F
F
MFD
NCV
V
AC
V
DC
A
AC
Hz
Hz
%
°C
°F
SEL
RNG
Air Velocity
& Temperature
Head
English
READ
LO BATT
ON
LCD X
100
Average
(16 sec)
Metric
Real
time
AAV3
AUTO-
OFF
English
Metric
Ft/min
M/s
KM/hr
MPH
ºF
ºC
OFF
Visit www.fi eldpiece.com to see all of the
different accessory heads that Fieldpiece
off ers.
Temp. Calibration
For accuracies of ±1°F,
calibrate to a known
temperature. A glass
of stabilized ice water
is very close to 32°F
(0°C) and is usually very
convenient but any
known temperature can
be used.
1. Select the 400°F range.
2. Plug thermocouple to be
calibrated into the K-type jack.
3. Unscrew A and B and remove
the battery cover.
4. Stabilize a large cup of ice
water. Stir the ice with the
water until temperature stays
at 32°F (0°C)
5. Immerse the thermocouple
probe and let it stabilize. Keep
stirring to prevent micro-
environments.
6. Use a small screwdriver to
adjust calibration pot C to the
right of the battery as close to
32°F as you would like.
Safety Features
1. Bright LED and beeper warn you when testing
voltages above 30V.
2. Switch to the NCV function (non contact volt-
age) and point clamp claw towards suspected
voltage source. Monitor the bright LED and
beeper to see if the source is “hot.”
3. Rotate the clamp to the angle that best suits
the situation.
4. Temp switch to prevent leaving thermocouple
plugged in while measuring voltage.
5. LED fl ashlight automatically shines when
clamp jaw is opened (model SC56 only).
Battery Replacement
The battery must be replaced when the
battery icon is empty and blinking. The icon
will blink for 30 seconds, then the meter will
display LO.bt and further measurement will not
be allowed until battery is replaced. Disconnect
and unplug leads, turn meter off and remove
battery cover. Replace the battery with a
standard NEDA type 1604 9V battery.
Maintenance
Clean the exterior with a dry cloth. Do not
use liquid.
Limited Warranty
This meter is warranted against defects in
material or workmanship for one year from
date of purchase. Fieldpiece will replace or
repair the defective unit, at its option, subject
to verifi cation of the defect.
This warranty does not apply to defects
resulting from abuse, neglect, accident,
unauthorized repair, alteration, or unreasonable
use of the instrument.
Any implied warranties arising from the sale of
a Fieldpiece product, including but not limited
to implied warranties of merchantability and
fi tness for a particular purpose, are limited to
the above. Fieldpiece shall not be liable for loss
of use of the instrument or other incidental or
consequential damages, expenses, or economic
loss, or for any claim of such damage, expenses,
or economic loss.
State laws vary. The above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you.
Obtaining Service
Call Fieldpiece Instruments for one-price-fi x-
all out-of-warranty service pricing. Send check
or money order for the amount quoted. Send the
meter freight prepaid to Fieldpiece Instruments.
Send proof of date and location of purchase for
in-warranty service. The meter will be repaired
or replaced, at the option of Fieldpiece, and
returned via least cost transportation.
A
C
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Melrose, MA 02176
Phone
781-665-
1400
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