TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Page 3 Safety Instructions Safety Symbols Control and Jacks Symbols and Annunciators Specifications Operating Instructions AC Current Measurements DC Current Measurements AC Voltage Measurements DC Voltage Measurements Resistance Measurements Continuity Measurements Diode Testing Capacitance Measurements Frequency/Duty Cycle Measurements Temperature Measurements Auto Power Off Auto/Manual Ranging...
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN AC/DC CLAMP METER If this CRAFTSMAN Clamp Meter fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will replace it, free of charge.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This meter has been designed for safe use, but must be operated with caution. The rules listed below must be carefully followed for safe operation. NEVER apply voltage or current to the meter that exceeds the specified maximum: Input Limits Function Maximum Input...
SAFETY SYMBOLS This symbol adjacent to another symbol, terminal or operating device indicates that the operator must refer to an explanation in the Operating Instructions to avoid personal injury or damage to the meter This WARNING symbol indicates a potentially WARNING hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury...
CONTROLS AND JACKS 1. Current clamp 2. Clamp Opening Trigger 3. Rotary Function Switch 4. LCD display 5. ZERO button 6. Data Hold and Backlight button 7. Mode select button 8. Range select button 9. Hz/% Duty Cycle button 10. COM input jack 11.
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Clamp size Opening 0.9" (23mm) approx. Diode Test Open circuit voltage <1.5V DC; Test current 0.3mA (typical) Continuity Check Audible signal <150; Test current < 1mA Temperature sensor Type K thermocouple Input Impedance 7.8M (VDC and VAC) Display 3-3/4 digits (4000 counts) LCD AC V bandwidth 50Hz to 400Hz AC A bandwidth...
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UL LISTED The UL mark does not indicate that this product has been evaluated for the accuracy of its readings PER IEC1010 OVERVOLTAGE INSTALLATION CATEGORY OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I is equipment for connection to circuits in which measures are taken to limit the transient overvoltages to an appropriate low level.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Notice: Read and understand all WARNING and CAUTION statements listed in the safety section of this operation manual prior to using this meter. Set the function select switch to the OFF position when the meter is not in use. NOTES: 1.
DC/AC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS WARNING: Risk of Electrocution. The probe tips may not be long enough to contact the live parts inside some 240VAC outlets for appliances because the contacts are recessed deep in the outlets. As a result, the reading may show 0 volts when the outlet actually has voltage on it.
RESISTANCE MEASUREMENTS WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect all power to the unit under test, remove the batteries, unplug the line cords and discharge all capacitors before taking any resistance measurements. Set the function switch to the •))) CAP position. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative (COM) jack and the red test lead banana plug into the...
DIODE TEST WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not test any diode that has voltage on it. 1. Turn the rotary switch to the •))) CAP position. 2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative (COM) jack and the red test lead banana plug into the positive (V...
FREQUENCY or % DUTY CYCLE MEASUREMENTS Turn the rotary switch to the Volts Hz % position. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative (COM) jack and the red test lead banana plug into the positive (V jack. Select Hz or % with the HZ/% button.
AUTO POWER OFF To extend the battery life, the meter will enter the sleep mode after 30 minutes of continuous use. Turn the function switch to the OFF position to shut the meter OFF and then to the needed function to resume operation.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until all covers are in place and fastened securely. This meter is designed to provide years of dependable service, if the following care instructions are performed: 1. KEEP THE METER DRY. If it gets wet, wipe it off. 2.
Item Number Description 82398 Set of black and red Test Leads 82394 Temperature Probe 82369-DB Replacement battery door 82369-CS Rear cover screws For replacement parts shipped directly to your home Call Monday through Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM Eastern Time...