AC/DC Current (A )
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
Sycamore, IL 60178, U.S.A.
877-201-9005 Technical Hotline
www.idealindustries.com
www.testersandmeters.com
ND 6296-1
Made in China
Audible Continuity (
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Specifications
General Features
Display:
3999 Count LCD
Over range:
“OL” is displayed
Polarity:
Automatic (no indication for
positive polarity); Minus(-) sign
for negative polarity
True-RMS:
61-314 only.
Auto Power Off:
After 15 minutes of non-use
Low Battery:
is displayed if battery voltage
drops below operating voltage
Altitude:
6561.7 ft. (2000m)
Accuracy:
Stated accuracy at 73° ±41°F
(23° ±5°C), < 75% R.H.
Batteries:
61-312 requires (2) 1.5V AAA
(IEC LR03)
61-314 requires 9VDC NEDA 1604
Fuse:
500mA/250V (#F-312)
10A/250V (#F-314)
Operating
32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
environment:
at < 75% R.H.
Storage
-4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C)
environment:
at < 80% R.H.
Weight:
7.1 oz (200g)
Size:
5.9"H x3.0"W x1.5"D
(150mmHx76mmWx38mmD)
Accessories
Test leads (TL-310), 9V battery
Included:
for 61-314, (2) AAA for 61-312,
Operating Instructions
Safety
Complies with UL 61010-1,
Certification:
UL61010-031, IEC EN61010-1,
EN 61010-031, Cat II-600V
Equipment protected by double
insulation.
Instrument complies with overvoltage category II.
Cat II equipment protected from transients in
outlets and long branch equipment. Pollution degree
2 in accordance with IEC-664. Indoor use.
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Maintenance
Clean the case with a damp cloth and mild deter-
gent. Do not use abrasives or solvents.
Service and Replacement
Parts
No user-serviceable parts.
For replacement parts or to inquire about service
information contact IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. at
1-877-201-9005 or visit our website @
www.testersandmeters.com.
Warranty Statement
This meter is warranted to the original purchaser
against defects in material or workmanship for a
2-year period after purchase. During this warranty
period, IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. will, at its option,
replace or repair the defective unit, subject to verifi-
cation of the defect or malfunction.
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 out of the sale of an
IDEAL product, including but not limited to implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a par-
ticular purpose, are limited to the above. The man-
ufacturer 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 or claims for such damage, expenses, or
economic loss.
State laws vary, so the above limitations or exclu-
sions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Warranty does not cover batteries.
CAT II
MAX
Closed
Ci
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cuit
Open
Ci
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cuit
CAT II
MAX
Capacitance
CAT II
MAX
Battery & Fuse Replacement
WARNING:
To avoid electric shock, dis-
connect test leads before removing battery cover.
WARNING:
For continued protection
against fire, replace only with fuse of the specified
voltage, current and rupture speed ratings.
Turn power off, break circuit, insert meter in
series, then turn power back on.
WARNINGS:
• Check fuse before testing.
• Use the proper switch position and lead
inputs.
• Never attempt to measure current on
circuits or equipment with more than
250 volts potential.
Bad Diode
Good Diode
Open
Sho
r
ted
Fowa
r
d
Reve
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se
CAT II
MAX
Hz
CAT II
MAX
Diode Testing
Frequency (Hz)
Data Hold
¼
MAX
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–
Temperature
WARNING: De-energize circuit before
taking resistance measurement.
WARNING: De-energize circuit before
taking capacitance measurement.
WARNING: De-energize circuit first.
WARNING: De-energize circuit before
checking diode.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do
not place test leads or thermocouple on a
voltage source.
CAT II
MAX
Resistance (
Ω
)
~
Toggle for DC
Toggle for
Press to hold
present value in
display; depress to
release display.
F-314: 10A/250V
5mm x 20mm
(61-312 model)
(61-314 model)
F-312: 500mA/250V
5mm x 20mm
Reve
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se
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