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CM57 

TRMS AC SMART 

CLAMP MULTIMETER

I

NSTRUCTION

M

ANUAL

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ALWAYS READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING

Thank you for buying one of our products. For safety and a full understanding 
of its benefits please read this manual before use. Technical support is 
available from 01923 441717 and [email protected]

CONTENTS

1  

Safety Information   

1

1.1 Meaning 

of 

Symbols 

and 

Markings 

1

1.2 Precautions 

2

2 Introduction 

4

2.1 Inspection 

4

2.2 Description 

4

2.3  

Accessories 

2.4  

Battery Installation 

3 Operation 

3.1 General 

6

3.2 Low 

Battery 

Indication 

6

3.3 Description 

of 

Clamp 

Meter 

Elements 

6

3.4 Description 

of 

Press 

Buttons 

3.5 Description 

of 

LCD 

Symbols 

3.6 

Auto Power Off 

7

3.7 Backlight 

3.8 Display 

Hold 

8

3.9 

Use of the TL16 Test Leads 

8

3.10 AC 

Current 

Measurements 

8

3.11 Voltage 

Measurements 

9

3.12 Frequency 

Measurements 

9

3.13 

Resistance Measurements and Continuity Testing 

10

3.14 Capacitance 

Measurements 

10

3.15 Diode 

Testing 

11

3.16 

Use as a Non-contact Voltage Detector 

11

4 Maintenance 

12 

4.1  

Battery Replacement 

12

4.2 

Test Lead Replacement 

13

4.3  

Calibration 

13

4.4 Cleaning 

13

4.5 Repair 

Service 

14

4.6 Storage 

Conditions 

14

5 Warranty 

15

 Measurement 

Categories 

16

 Specifications

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1. SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read before proceeding.

REMEMBER: SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT

These instructions contain both information and warnings that are necessary 
for the safe operation and maintenance of this product. It is recommended 
that you read the instructions carefully and ensure that the contents are 
fully understood. Failure to understand and to comply with the warnings and 
instructions can result in serious injury, damage or even death.

Particular attention should be paid to the Warnings, Precautions and Technical 
Specifi cations.

Please keep these instructions for future reference. Updated instructions and 
product information are available at: www.martindale-electric.co.uk

1.1 Meaning of Symbols and Markings

 

 

Caution - risk of danger & refer to instructions

 

Caution - risk of electric shock

 

 Equipment protected by double or reinforced insulation 

(Class II)

 

 Application around and removal from hazardous live 

conductors is permitted.

CAT II  

 (Measurement Category II) 

is applicable to test and measuring 

equipment connected directly to utilization points (socket outlets 

and similar points) of the low-voltage MAINS installation.

CAT III 

 

 

(Measurement Category III)

 is applicable to test and measuring 

equipment connected to the distribution part of the building’s low-

voltage MAINS installation.

CAT IV  

 (Measurement Category IV) 

is applicable to test and measuring 

equipment connected at the source of the building’s low-voltage 

MAINS installation.

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For further information on measurement categories see page 16 or visit 

www.martindale-electric.co.uk/measurement_categories.php

 

 

Equipment complies with relevant EU Directives

 

 End of life disposal of this equipment should be in 

accordance with relevant EU Directives

1.2 Precautions

This product has been designed with your safety in mind, but 

please pay attention to the following warnings and cautions before 

use.

Warnings 

In order to avoid the danger of electrical shock, it is important that 

proper safety measures are taken when working with voltages 

exceeding 30V AC rms, 42V AC peak or 60V DC.

Where applicable other safety measures such as the use of 

protective gloves, goggles etc. should be employed.

The clamp meter must only be used by a skilled and competent 

person who is familiar with the relevant regulations, the safety risks 

involved and the consequent normal safe working practices, and 

under the conditions and for the purposes for which it has been 

constructed and specified.

Before each use the clamp meter and any associated test leads 

and accessories should be examined for damage, cracks, cuts or 

scratches. 

Do not use

 if damaged in any way.

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Summary of Contents for CM57

Page 1: ...e Updated instructions and product information are available at www martindale electric co uk 1 1 Meaning of Symbols and Markings Caution risk of danger refer to instructions Caution risk of electric shock Equipment protected by double or reinforced insulation Class II Application around and removal from hazardous live conductors is permitted CAT II Measurement Category II is applicable to test an...

Page 2: ...s Cautions Avoid severe mechanical shock or vibration and extreme temperature When using test leads avoid excessive stresses to the cable entry points at the probe and 4mm plug connector To avoid possible corrosion from leaking batteries remove the batteries when the unit is not in use for an extended period 2 INTRODUCTION 2 1 Inspection Examine the shipping carton for any sign of damage Inspect t...

Page 3: ...nd release the trigger to close the jaws Position the clamp meter so the conductor is central within the clamp jaws Read the measured ac current from the display Note Clamping around more than one conductor will result in an incorrect measurement 3 11 Voltage Measurements Connect the black test lead to the COM terminal and the red test lead to the terminal Set the rotary switch to the V position T...

Page 4: ...can be accessed by removing the screw and lifting off the cover 12 Figure 2 13 Fit 2 new 1 5V AAA alkaline batteries IEC LR03 NEDA 24A observing correct polarity Replace the battery compartment cover and screw Note Do not mix old and new batteries 4 2 Test Lead Replacement If the test leads become damaged they should be replaced The replacement test leads must have the same or better overvoltage c...

Page 5: ... an implied warranty or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages the limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer If any part of any provision of this warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court or other decision maker of competent jurisdiction such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision or other part...

Page 6: ... up to 2000m Pollution degree 2 SAFETY Conforms to BS EN 61010 1 BS EN 61010 2 032 CAT III 600V Class II double insulation Specification CM57 AC Smart Clamp Multimeter EMC Conforms to BS EN 61326 1 SPECIFICATION FOR TL16 TEST LEADS Maximum voltage 1000V AC DC Maximum current 10A continuous Connector 4mm banana plug with fixed shroud Environmental Temperature Operating Storage 0 C to 40 C Altitude ...

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