KLEIN TOOLS CL100 AC Clamp Meter Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- KLEIN TOOLS
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KLEIN TOOLS CL100 AC Clamp Meter
Product Information
The Klein Tools CL100 is a multi-featured clamp meter designed for measuring AC/DC voltage, AC, resistance, diodes, and continuity. It has a 1999 count LCD and can measure up to 600V and 600A. The clamp meter is equipped with CAT III- rated leads or higher for safety purposes.
Electrical Specifications
DC Voltage Measurement:
- Range : 200mV, 2V, 20V, 200V, 600V
- Resolution : 0.1mV, 0.001V, 0.01V, 0.1V, 1V
- Input Impedance : 10M
AC Voltage Measurement:
- Range : 200mV, 2V, 20V, 200V, 600V
- Resolution : 0.1mV, 0.001V, 0.01V, 0.1V, 1V
- Input Impedance : 10M
- Response : Averaging
AC Current Measurement:
- Range : 2A, 20A, 200A, 600A
- Resolution : 0.001A, 0.01A, 0.1A, 1A
- Frequency Range : 50 to 60Hz
- Response : Averaging
Resistance Measurement:
- Range : 200Ω, 2kΩ, 20kΩ, 200kΩ, 2MΩ, 20MΩ
- Resolution : 0.1Ω, 0.001kΩ, 0.01kΩ, 0.1kΩ, 0.001MΩ, 0.01MΩ
- Overload Protection: 250V
- Open Circuit Voltage: 0.25V
Diode Test:
- Forward DC Current : Approximately 1mA
Continuity Test:
- Overload Protection: 250V
- Resolution : 0.001V
- Resolution: 0.1mΩ
- Reverse DC Voltage : Approximately 1.5V
- Open Circuit Voltage: Approximately 0.45V
Usage Instructions
- DC Voltage Measurement:
- Connect the test leads to the appropriate terminals on the clamp meter.
- Select the desired range using the range switch.
- Touch the test leads to the circuit or component you want to measure.
- Read the measurement value from the LCD.
- AC Voltage Measurement:
- Follow the same steps as for DC voltage measurement, but ensure the range switch is set to the AC voltage range.
- AC Current Measurement:
- Turn off the power to the circuit being measured
- Open the clamp and position it around the conductor carrying the current.
- Close the clamp securely.
- Turn on the power to the circuit.
- Read the measurement value from the LCD.
- Resistance Measurement:
- Disconnect power from the circuit being measured.
- Connect the test leads to the appropriate terminals on the clamp meter.
- Select the desired range using the range switch.
- Touch the test leads to the circuit or component you want to measure.
- Read the measurement value from the LCD.
- Diode Test:
- Disconnect power from the circuit being tested.
- Connect the test leads to the appropriate terminals on the clamp meter.
- Set the clamp meter to the diode test mode. d. Touch the test leads to the diode being tested.
- The clamp meter will display the forward DC value.
- Continuity Test:
- Disconnect power from the circuit being tested.
- Connect the test leads to the appropriate terminals on the clamp meter.
- Set the clamp meter to the continuity test mode.
- Touch the test leads to the circuit being tested.
- The clamp meter will indicate continuity if the circuit is closed.
Please refer to the user manual for additional information and safety instructions.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DC Voltage Measurement
Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
---|---|---|
200mV | 0.1mV | **** |
± (0.8% + 2 digits)
2V| 0.001V
20V| 0.01V
200V| 0.1V
600V| 1V| ± (1.0% + 2 digits)
Overload Protection:
- 200mV range: 250V DC / AC RMS
- 2V-600V ranges: 600V DC / AC RMS
- Input Impedance: 10MΩ
AC Voltage Measurement
Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
---|---|---|
200mV | 0.1mV | ± (1.0% + 10 digits) |
2V | 0.001V | **** |
± (1.0% + 5 digits)
20V| 0.01V
200V| 0.1V
600V| 1V| ± (1.5% + 5 digits)
Overload Protection:
- 200mV range: 250V DC / AC RMS
- 2V-600V ranges: 600V DC / AC RMS
- Input Impedance: 10MΩ
- Response: Averaging
AC Current Measurement
Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
---|---|---|
2A | 0.001A | ± (3.5% + 20 digits) ≤ 0.5A |
2A | 0.001A | ± (3.0% + 10 digits) > 0.5A |
20A | 0.01A | ± (3.0% + 10 digits) |
200A | 0.1A | ± (2.5% + 10 digits) |
600A | 1A | ± (1.5% + 5 digits) |
- Frequency Range: 50 to 60Hz
- Response : Averaging
Resistance Measurement
Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
---|---|---|
200Ω | 0.1Ω | **** |
± (1.2% + 2 digits)
2kΩ| 0.001kΩ
20kΩ| 0.01kΩ
200kΩ| 0.1kΩ
2MΩ| 0.001MΩ
20MΩ| 0.01MΩ| ± (2.0% + 5 digits)
- Overload Protection: 250V
- Open Circuit Voltage: 0.25V
Diode Test
Forward DC Current | Resolution | Reverse DC Voltage |
---|---|---|
Appx. 1mA | 0.001V | Appx. 1.5V |
Continuity Test
Overload Protection | Resolution | Open Circuit Voltage |
---|---|---|
250V | 0.1mΩ | Appx. 0.45V |
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
The Klein Tools CL100 is a multi-featured clamp meter. It measures AC / DC
voltage, AC, and resistance. It can also test diodes and continuity.
- Operating Altitude: 2000 meters
- Relative Humidity : 75% max
- Operating Temperature: 32°F ~ 104°F (0°C~ 40°C)
- Storage Temperature: 10°F ~ 122°F (-10°C ~ 50°C
- Accuracy Temperature: 64°F ~ 82°F (18°C ~ 28°C)
- Temperature Coefficient : 0.1*(specified accuracy) / °C
- Sampling Frequency: 2.5 samples per second
- Dimensions: 8″ x 3″ x 1″ (203 mm x 76 mm x 25 mm)
- Weight : 10 oz. (283 g)
- Calibration : Accurate for one year
- Safety Rating : CAT III 600V
- Accuracy : ± (% of reading + # of least significant digits)
WARNINGS
To ensure the safe operation and service of the tester, follow these
instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can result in severe injury or
death.
- Before each use, verify meter operation by measuring a known voltage or current.
- Never use the meter on a circuit with voltages that exceed the category-based rating of this meter.
- Do not use the meter during electrical storms, or in wet weather.
- Do not use the meter or test leads if they appear to be damaged.
- Ensure meter leads are fully seated, and keep fingers away from the metal probe contacts when making measurements.
- Do not open the meter to replace batteries while the probes are connected.
- Use caution when working with voltages above 60V DC, or 25V AC RMS. Such voltages pose a shock hazard.
- To avoid false readings that can lead to electrical shock, replace batteries if a low battery indicator appears.
- Unless measuring voltage or current, shut off and lock out power before measuring resistance or capacitance.
- Always adhere to local and national safety codes. Use individual protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous live conductors are exposed
SYMBOLS
FEATURE DETAILS
- A. Use CAT III rated leads or higher
- Do not attempt to measure more than 600V or any current on lead input.
- B. Keep hands below the line when measuring high current levels.
- C. Select Functionality Button
- Switch between AC and DC.
- Switch between and .
- D. Max Hold
- Press to hold the maximum value on the display.
- Press again to return to live reading.
- E. Auto/Manual Range
- Press repeatedly to cycle through manual ranges.
- Hold for 2 seconds to return to auto-ranging mode.
- AUTO is displayed on LCD only during auto-ranging mode.
- F. Data Hold
- Press to hold the current input on the display.
- Press again to return to live reading.
- G. H. Battery Replacement
- When the indicator is displayed on the LCD, the batteries must be replaced.
- Remove the back screw and replace 3 x AAA batteries.
- I. Backlight / Worklight
- Press the button to activate the worklight and backlight.
- Lights will turn off automatically after 15 seconds.
- The worklight only operates during AC measurement.
- Using lights drains the battery significantly.
Auto Power-Off
- The device will power off after 15 minutes of non-use.
- Turn the dial or press a button to wake up.
- Press the HOLD button while turning on to disable the Auto Power-Off feature.
FUNCTION INSTRUCTIONS
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AC Current: < 600A
Features : HOLD MAX RANGE WORKLIGHT- Centre wire in guides for best accuracy.
- Opposing currents cancel. Use line-splitter (USA only) when necessary
-
AC / DC Voltage: < 600V
Features : HOLD MAX RANGE- Select AC or DC voltage source
-
Diode / Continuity
-
Diode Features: HOLD
Display shows:
* Forward voltage drop if forward biased.
* “O.L.” if reverse biased
2. **Continuity Features** : HOLD
* The display shows resistance.
* Buzzer sounds if less than 60Ω.
-
Resistance : < 20MΩ
Features : HOLD RANGE- Do not measure resistance on a live circuit.
SYMBOLS USED ON LCD
WARRANTY
www.kleintools.com/warranty
CLEANING
Turn instrument off and disconnect test leads. Clean the instrument by using a
damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
STORAGE
Remove the batteries when instrument is not in use for a prolonged period of
time. Do not expose to high temperatures or humidity. After a period of
storage in extreme conditions exceeding the limits mentioned in the
Specifications section, allow the instrument to return to normal operating
conditions before using it.
DISPOSAL / RECYCLE
Caution : This symbol indicates that equipment and its accessories shall be subject to a separate collection and correct disposal.
References
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