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Cat. No. 22-601

OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read before using this equipment.

Clamp-On AC Ammeter Probe

with AC Current Adapter

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22-601.fm Page 1 Monday, August 2, 1999 3:48 PM

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Summary of Contents for 22-601

Page 1: ...Cat No 22 601 OWNER S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment Clamp On AC Ammeter Probe with AC Current Adapter A 22 601 fm Page 1 Monday August 2 1999 3 48 PM ...

Page 2: ...ions are included in the literature ac companying this product RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICE ABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVIC ING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not ex pose this product to rain or mois ture CAUTION 22 601 fm Page 2 Monday August 2 1999 3 48 PM ...

Page 3: ... devices with a standard two or three wire power cable such as a lamp cord or plug in devices such as an AC adapter You can also use the probe to tell how many watts an appliance uses which helps you figure electricity costs per appliance Important The probe is not designed for commercial or industrial use Completely read this manual before you use the probe If you are not familiar with multimeter...

Page 4: ... a Multimeter 8 Connecting the Probe to Your Multimeter 9 Using the Probe 10 Measuring AC Current Using the AC Current Adapter 10 Measuring AC Current in a Wire 13 Determining Wattage 13 Care and Maintenance 14 Specifications 15 22 601 fm Page 4 Monday August 2 1999 3 48 PM ...

Page 5: ...ng current Never use the probe to measure current of more than 300 amps AC and never use the AC current adapter together with the probe to measure current of more than 10 amps AC If you are measuring more than 200 amps AC of current never use the probe longer than 30 seconds at a time Let the probe cool at least 15 minutes before using it again Never apply power to or touch the probe s test leads ...

Page 6: ... MANUAL IN ADDITION TO NORMAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN DEALING WITH ELEC TRICAL CIRCUITS DO NOT USE THIS DEVICE IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS AND TESTING PROCEDURES WARNING IF THE EQUIPMENT IS USED IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER THE PROTEC TION PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT MAY BE IMPAIRED 22 601 fm Page 6 Monday August 2 1999 3 48 PM ...

Page 7: ...urrent where there is any source of more than 500 volts RMS AC with respect to ground This equipment is rated for installation catego ry II maximum 3600 VA The current output between the probe s test leads is one milliamp per 2 amps of input cur rent between the probe s jaws The probe is protected by double insulation Caution Risk of electric shock Refer to the complete operating instructions INPU...

Page 8: ... to be measured Have input jacks that are compatible with the banana plugs on the probe s test leads Have an AC current range of 20 mA or greater up to 200 mA Have an input resistance of less than 12Ω in its AC current mode Using a multimeter that does not meet these specifications could damage the probe or the multimeter Important The probe will not provide accurate readings if the multimeter you...

Page 9: ...eter Never apply power to the probe s test leads Insert the banana plug on the probe s red test lead into the multi meter s current input jack Then in sert the banana plug on the probe s black test lead into the multimeter s COM jack Note If your multimeter does not have a separate current input jack or COM jack consult your multimeter s owner s manual to find the correct jacks to use Red Test Lea...

Page 10: ... the probe connected to your multimeter turn on your multimeter and set it to measure AC current 2 Set your multimeter s current range switch to the correct setting for the current level you want to measure If you do not know the current level you are measuring set the range switch to its highest position then reduce the set ting as necessary to obtain a satisfactory reading If you know the approx...

Page 11: ... the device you are measuring Then plug the power cord for the device you are mea suring into the adapter s female plug 31 2 Digit Multimeter 32 3 Digit Multimeter 33 4 Digit Multimeter Estimated Measured Current amps Set the Range Switch to Set the Range Switch to Set the Range Switch to 1 39 20 mA 30 mA 40 mA 40 59 200 mA 30 mA 40 mA 60 79 200 mA 300 mA 40 mA 80 300 200 mA 300 mA 400 mA AC Curre...

Page 12: ...open area inside the jaws Then note the reading on your multimeter The device s current in amps is equal to twice the reading you see in milliamps on the multimeter s display For example if your multi meter shows 5 milliamps the device is carrying 10 amps of cur rent 6 When you have finished measuring the wire s current immediately unplug the AC current adapter then unplug the device s power cord ...

Page 13: ...ide the probe s jaws at a time If you try to measure AC current in more than one wire at a time the measurement will not be accurate DETERMINING WATTAGE You can use the probe to tell how many watts of power an appli ance uses This helps you determine what the electricity costs are for that appliance The following formula can help you make the necessary conversions V volts x A amps W watts To deter...

Page 14: ...ices and distort or melt plastic parts Keep the probe away from dust and dirt which can cause premature wear of parts Handle the probe gently and carefully Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cases and can cause the probe to work improperly Wipe the probe with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Do not use harsh chemi cals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the prob...

Page 15: ...Resistance Less than 12 Ω at current meter input Jaw Opening 1 Inch 25 mm Test Lead Length 39 37 Inches 100 cm Operating Temperature 32 to 109 4 F 0 to 43 C Storage Temperature 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C Dimensions HWD 813 16 3 3 8 13 16 Inches 224 86 30 mm Weight 10 4 oz 294 1 g AC CURRENT ADAPTER Input Current Range 10 A maximum Working Voltage 120 VAC Specifications are typical individual units migh...

Page 16: ...fect during the warranty period take the product and the Ra dioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store RadioShack will at its option unless otherwise provided by law a correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c refund the purchase price All replaced parts and products and pr...

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