hama 00223561 Energy Cost Meter Instruction Manual

hama 00223561 Energy Cost Meter

Controls and displays

1.  LCD display
2.  FUNC = Change the display
3.  SET = Set various parameters
4.  UP = Change the current setting
5.  RESET = Reset to factory settings / Delete all saved data

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Explanation of warning symbols and notes

Risk of electric shock
This symbol indicates a risk of electric shock from touching uninsulated product parts that may carry hazardous voltage.
Warning
This symbol is used to indicate safety instructions or to draw your attention to specific hazards and risks.
Note
This symbol is used to indicate additional information or important notes.

Package contents

•  Energy costs meter
•  these operating instructions

Explanation of symbols used on the product label

Safety instructions

•  The product is intended for private, non-commercial use only.
•  Use the product only for the intended purpose.
•  Protect the product from dirt, moisture and overheating and use it in dry rooms only.
•  Do not drop the product and do not expose it to any major shocks.
•  Do not operate the product outside the power limits given in the specifications.
•  As with all electrical products, this device should be kept out of the reach of children.
•  Dispose of packaging material immediately in accordance with the locally applicable regulations.
•  Do not modify the product in any way. Doing so voids the warranty.
•  Do not use the product in the immediate vicinity of heaters, other heat sources or in direct sunlight.
•  Do not use the product in areas in which electronic products are not permitted.
•  Do not use the product in a damp environment and avoid splashing water.
•  Never connect multiple units of this product in series.
•  The product must only be operated on a supply network as described on the type plate.
•  Avoid storing, charging and using in extreme temperatures and at extremely low atmospheric pressures (such as at high altitudes).
•  Do not incinerate the battery or the product.
•  Do not tamper with or damage/heat/disassemble the batteries/rechargeable batteries

Risk of electric shock

•  Do not open the device or continue to operate it if it becomes damaged.
•  Do not use the product if the AC adapter, the adapter cable or the mains cable are damaged.
•  Do not attempt to service or repair the productB yourself. Leave any and all service work to qualified experts.

Warning

•  Only operate the product from an approved socket that is connected to the public power supply. The socket must be installed close to the product and must be easily accessible.
•  Disconnect the product from the power supply using the On/Off switch – if this is not available, unplug the power cord from the socket.
•  If using a multi-socket power strip, mak  sure that the total power consumption of all connected devices does not exceed the socket strip’s maximum throughput rating.
•  If you will not be using the product for a prolonged period, disconnect it from mains power.
•  The rechargeable battery must only be changed by an authorised professional.

Correct use

•  The energy cost meter allows you to determine the current consumption of your electrical devices.
•  Alongside the current output and amount of energy measured, the energy cost meter can also display the mains voltage, current strength, mains frequency and power factor.
•  The values on the energy cost meter do not provide any basis for the billing of energy costs between the energy supplier and the consumer.

Commissioning/entering the electricity price (Euro/kWh)

Note

•  If the energy cost meter cannot be made to work, press the Reset button (5) for a few seconds.
•  The rechargeable battery is charged during operation.
•  When not used for a prolonged period, the internal battery will discharge. Plug the energy cost meter into an electric socket for approx. 24 hours every 3 months to charge the internal battery.
• Press the FUNC button and the following appear in sequence on the display:
•  VOLTac: Display of the mains voltage, mains frequency and time
•  AMP: Display of the current, power factor and time
•  WATT: Display of the power, power factor and time
•  WATT max: Display of the max. power
•  kWh: Display of the kWh used, power factor and time
•  TOTAL PRICE; TOTAL ON TIME: Display of the total price and total duration of use
•  PRICE1: Display of price 1 and the duration of use, only appears if a value has already been entered in cents / kWh for PRICE 1
•  PRICE2: Display of price 2 and the duration of use, only appears if a value has already been entered in cents / kWh for PRICE 2

Setting the time

•  Press the FUNC button until CLOCK appears in the display
•  Press the SET button and set the relevant day of the week with the UP button
•  Press the SET button and set the relevant hour with the UP button
• Press the SET button and set the minutes with the UP button
•  Press the SET button to save the settings
•  Press the UP button to select between 12h/24h mode

Setting the price

If you have two different electricity prices with your electricity supplier (e.g. normal tariff and night tariff), you can set both with the energy cost meter and also the period (weekday/s and time) at which the respective tariff applies. If you only have one electricity price that applies around the clock, you only need to enter the electricity price under Price

•  Weekdays, time and the dates for Price
• should then be left blank.
•  Press and hold the FUNC button for a few seconds until the display shows COST/kWh
•  Press the SET button to set price 1. Use the SET button to select the digit you want to enter.
•  Enter the desired value with the UP button
•  Press the SET button and set the relevant days of the week with the UP button
•  Press the SET button and set the relevant time with the UP button
•  Press the SET button to save the settings
•  After setting price 1, press the FUNC button to set price 2.
•  If you only have one electricity price, do not enter any values for price 2.
•  To do this, repeat the steps above
•  After setting price 2, press the FUNC button to set the max. overload value
•  Press the SET button, then select the digit you want to enter
•  Enter the desired value with the UP button
•  Press the SET button to save the setting
•  Hold the FUNC button for a few seconds to return to the normal display

Measurement

Note

•  Precise measuring results even for small consumers.
•  The voltage or power of the connected devices must not exceed 230 V or 3680 W.
•  Observe the information on the type plate of the connected units.
•  If you connect an electrical consumer with more than 3680W, OVERLOADappears.
•  It is advisable to measure the energy consumption of an appliance over a longer period of time and, if necessary, extrapolate it to the annual consumption.
•  Connect the energy cost meter to a conventional earthed socket.
•  Plug the electrical appliance to be measured or its mains lead into the socket of the energy cost meter. The consumption measurement starts automatically.
•  Press the FUNC button to change the display contents.
•  Disconnect the electrical appliance from the energy cost meter or the energy cost meter from the mains to end the measurement

Resetting the meter (Reset)

Note

•  A reset resets the device to the factory settings.
•  This will erase all stored data on the device.
•  A reset may be necessary if the device no longer shows any reaction or you want to reset the stored data.
•  Press the Reset button (5) using a pointed object to reset the energy cost meter.

Care and maintenance

Note

• Disconnect the device from the mains before cleaning and during prolonged periods of non-use.
•  Only clean this product using a lint-free, slightly damp cloth and do not use any harsh cleaners.
•  Ensure that no water is able to enter the product.

Warranty disclaimer
Hama GmbH & Co KG assumes no liability and provides no warranty for damage resulting from improper installation/mounting, improper use of the product or from failure to observe the operating instructions and/or safety notes.

Technical data

References

• hama.com

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