IDEAL 61-737 Clamp Meter Instruction Manual

IDEAL 61-737 Clamp Meter

Introduction

The IDEAL 61-737 Clamp Meter is an auto-ranging true root mean square (TRMS) digital clamp meter that measures AC (amps) via the clamp head, measures voltage, frequency, resistance, continuity, capacitance, and diode via test leads measures temperature via a K-Type thermocouple, and detects the presence of voltage between 40V to 600V via a non-contact sensor in the right tip of the clamp.
Arc Flash and Shock Hazard, Proper PPE Required. Follow all safety procedures, and wear proper PPE by NFPA 70E. Read and fully understand the instruction manual before using this product. Failure to comply can result in serious injury or death.

Contacting IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
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Safety Information
Warning – Identifies conditions and actions that could result in possible death or serious injury if the hazard is realized.
Caution – Identifies conditions and actions that could result in meter damage, equipment under test damage, or data loss if the hazard is realized.

WARNING
Arc Flash and Shock Hazard, Proper PPE Required. Follow all safety procedures, wear proper PPE by NFPA 70E, and follow the guidelines below and the instructions in this manual when operating the meter. Failure to comply can result in serious injury or death.

• Choking Hazard, Small Parts. Keep Away from Children. Sharp Objects Hazard, This is not a toy. It is not for use or play by children. Keep Away from Children. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
• Only experienced or technically competent consumers should use this equipment.
• When in doubt, call an experienced electrician to make any necessary repairs or installations. At all times, perform any necessary work on a de-energized circuit that has had its circuit breaker turned off and has been locked out.
• Use the Meter only as specified in this manual or the protection provided by the meter can be compromised.
• Before using or connecting the Meter, visually inspect it to ensure the cases are not cracked and the back case is securely in place. Do not use it if the Meter appears damaged.
• Before using the test leads, inspect carefully for damaged insulation, exposed metal, or cracked probes. Check test leads for continuity. Do not use leads if they appear damaged.
• Use only approved test leads. Do not use improvised connections that could present a safety hazard.
• Never measure AC while the test leads are inserted into the input jacks.
• When using the probes, keep fingers behind the finger guards on the probes.
• Connect the common test lead before connecting the live test lead. When disconnecting test leads, disconnect the live test lead first.
• This Meter is intended for use by qualified electricians. Follow NFPA 70E Standards for Electrical Safety in the Workplace when using this Meter.
• Do not use without the batteries correctly in place and the battery door closed and secured.
• Do not use a Meter if it operates incorrectly as protection may be compromised.
• When in doubt, have the Meter serviced.
• When servicing the Meter, use only specified replacement parts.

WARNING
Arc Flash and Shock Hazard, Proper PPE Required. Follow all safety procedures, wear proper PPE by NFPA 70E, and follow the guidelines below and the instructions in this manual when operating the meter. Failure to comply can result in serious injury or death.

• Have the Meter serviced only by qualified service personnel.
• Do not use the Meter around explosive gas, dust, or vapor, or during electrical storms, or in wet environments.
• When measuring, keep your fingers behind the Tactile Barrier. See “The Meter” on pg. 8 and 9.
• Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked on the Meter, between the terminals or between any terminal and earth ground.
• To avoid false readings that can lead to electrical shock and injury, replace the batteries as soon as the low battery indicator ( ) appears.
• Remove the test leads from the circuit before removing the battery door.
• Voltages exceeding 30VAC RMS or 60VDC pose a shock hazard so use caution.
• Always ensure that test leads are secured so that they cannot be accidentally snagged or tripped over.
• Do not work alone so that assistance can be rendered in an emergency.
• Use extreme caution when working around bare conductors or bus bars. Contact with the conductor could result in electric shock.
• Adhere to local and national safety codes. Individual protective equipment must be used to prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous live conductors are exposed.
• Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before you measure resistance, continuity, or capacitance.
• Do not measure current in circuits carrying more than 600V or 400A with the Meter Jaw.
• Never operate the Meter with the back cover removed or the case open.
• Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

CAUTION
Meter damage, equipment under test damage, or data loss can occur if the following guidelines are not adhered to.

• Use the proper terminals, function, and range for the measurement application.
• Clean the case and accessories with a damp cloth and mild detergents only.
• Do not use abrasives or solvents. Make sure the meter is completely dry before use.

Symbols & Descriptions

NOTE: The Measurement Category (CAT) and voltage rating of any combination of test probe, test probe accessory, current clamp accessory, and Meter is the LOWEST rating of any individual component.

Operation

Identification and Description of Operating Controls and Functions for the 61-737 400A AC:

1. Tapered Jaws with Hook Tip
2. Data Hold
3. Function Dial
4. Max/Min
5. LCD Display
6. Volts and Resistance (V-Ω) Input Terminal
7. COM Input Terminal
8. Ergonomic Grip
9. Range Button
10. Relative Button
11. Select / Backlight Button
12. Lever
13. NCV/Continuity/High Voltage Indicator
14. Tactile Barrier
15. NCV Sensing Point

Operating Features
High Voltage Warning (HI-V)
The meter LED remains RED and the beep lasts for 1 second and then goes silent when voltages over 30V are measured.
NOTE: This feature does not work in the Ohm, capacitor, continuity, or clamp modes.

Data Hold Feature
Press the Hold button on the side of the meter to toggle in and out of the data hold mode. “HOLD” appears in the upper left of the meter display when the data hold is active. Use the data hold feature to lock a measurement reading on the display. Press the Hold button again to unlock the display and obtain a real-time reading.

MAX/MIN Feature
The MAX/MIN records the maximum and minimum measured values. Press the MAX/ MIN button to activate this feature and to toggle between MAX, and MIN readings. The unit will continually capture MAX and MIN values over time. Depressing the MAX/MIN button for >2 sec. exits the MAX/MIN mode.

Relative Mode
Press the “ ” button to enter the Relative mode. The “ ” symbol is displayed, and the value on the display is stored as a reference value. In the Relative mode, the value shown on the display is always the difference between the stored reference value and the present reading. Press the “ ” button again to exit the Relative mode.

Auto Power Off (APO) Feature Disable
The meter automatically powers itself down after about 30 minutes of no use. Press any button, and the meter will wake up and display the last reading taken before power down. To Disable APO, press and hold the SEL button while turning the dial to any desired function. When APO is defeated, the “APO” will be removed from the display. Turning the meter off and back on will restore the APO default.

Backlight

Press and hold the SEL button on the meter for more than 2 seconds to turn the backlight on and off. The white backlight will remain lit for about 5 minutes before it automatically turns off to conserve battery power. Or turn the lights off by pressing and holding the button for more than 2 seconds again.

Using Test Leads
WARNING: Arc Flash and Shock Hazard, Proper PPE Required. Follow all safety procedures, wear proper PPE by NFPA 70E, and follow the guidelines below and the instructions in this manual when operating the meter with TL-757 Test Leads or equivalent. Test Leads must be rated for the electrical environment the meter is being used in and have a voltage rating of at least the voltage of the circuit to be measured. Failure to comply can result in serious injury or death. Choking Hazard, Small Parts. Keep Away from. Children. Sharp Objects Hazard, This is not a toy. It is not for use or play by children. Keep Away from Children. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

WARNING

1. Use only approved test leads. Do not use improvised connections that could present a safety hazard.
2. Never measure AC or DC while the test leads are inserted into the input jacks.
3. Before using the test leads, inspect them carefully for damaged insulation, exposed metal, or bent probes. Check test leads for continuity. Do not use leads if they appear damaged.
4. When using the probes, keep fingers behind the finger guards on the probes.
5. Connect the common test lead before connecting the live test lead. When disconnecting test leads, disconnect the live test lead first.
6. Always ensure that test leads are secured so that they cannot be accidentally snagged or tripped over.
7. This meter is intended for use with the IDEAL TL-757 lead set (provided with this product) or equivalent. The lead set must comply with requirements for Overvoltage and Measurement Categories CAT IV 600V CAT III 1000V CAT II 1000V.

Meter Operation

Non-Contact Voltage Sensing

****First, rotate the function key to the NCV position. Place the jaw tip marked with NCV close to an AC outlet (or any AC conductor such as light switches or power cords) and scan back and forth across the outlet. The red indicator LED flashes at a frequency of 3Hz, and the buzzer beeps at a frequency of 3Hz simultaneously if the live voltage is greater than 40VAC (50~60Hz) is detected. To differentiate between hot and neutral in an outlet, place the NCV tab directly next to each slot in the outlet.

The tone (buzzer) will sound over the slot that is energized and not on the neutral slot. Either test lead can also be used to differentiate between the hot and neutral. Plug the red or black test lead into the V input jack on the meter. With the function switch in the NCV position, insert the probe end of just one probe into the slots on the outlet. The meter will beep and the Red LED will flash when a hot conductor is contacted.

NOTES
While the NCV is a helpful function, it is ALWAYS RECOMMENDED that the operator verifies that any electrical conductor is completely de-energized and that no voltage is present by measuring for voltage AND

CONFIRMING THAT NO VOLTAGE IS PRESENT and that all applicable PPE and lock tag-out procedures be followed before attempting any work on ANY electrical distribution system. Voltages with frequencies higher than 60Hz or electrostatic charges
may also be detected by the NCV sensing antenna.

Measuring AC ( ) Current (Amps)

Note: When measuring current, align the conductor with dash marks on the jaws.

Measuring AC ( ) or DC ( ) Voltage

Verifying Continuity ( )

• Verify the circuit is de-energized.
• The meter will sense the level of resistance and a beep if the resistance is less than 10 Ω to confirm that continuity is present.
• Red LED will illuminate and resistance value will be displayed.
• The default setting is Continuity.

Measuring Resistance (Ohms / Ω )

Verify the circuit is de-energized to obtain accurate measurements.

Measuring Capacitance ( )

Measuring Diodes ( )

Measuring Frequency ( Hz )

Measuring Temperature ( °F °C )

Functions Operation Table

Operation
Note: Long Press: > 2 seconds Short Press: < 2 seconds
Short Press : Circularly enter or exit the data hold mode, LCD will display “ ”

1. Short press: Circularly select the appropriate test function.
2. When in HOLD, RANGE, MAX/MIN, REL/function, Short press the SEL key will exit the current function and go into the relative select function.
3. Long press: Circularly turn on or off the backlight, default is off, Applicable to all measuring settings. The backlight will turn off automatically 5 minutes after they are activated. Long press the SEL button again to turn on the backlight.
4. Short press the RANGE key to enter manual range mode (LCD will not display “AUTO”), and the current range, and press again to enter the cyclical selection range. Long press: exits manual range and enters Auto range. Switching the measurement setting or restarting the unit returns the unit to the default setting.
5. In HOLD, MAX/MIN, and REL functions, Short press the RANGE key to exit the current function and enter the relative range function.
6. Short press: enter “MAX/MIN” statistics mode, continuously update the data, and you can circularly view the maximum value→ minimum value→ maximum value. Long press: exits statistical mode and returns to the normal working mode. After pressing the REL, and then short pressing MAX/MIN, the unit will show the MAX/MIN after deducting the initial offset value.
7. When the HOLD function is in use, MAX/MIN is invalid.
8. After entering the statistical mode, exit the automatic range at the same time, and enter the current range, the APO will be disabled; exit the MAX/MIN function to restore the automatic range and automatic shutdown.
9. In the statistical mode, a short press of the HOLD key will stop refreshing the statistical data. At At the same time, a short press of the MAX/MIN key can review the stored data of MAX/MIN, a short press of the HOLD key exits HOLD to continue refreshing the statistical data.
10. Short press: Circularly enter or exit the REL function (when entering the REL function, LCD will display “ ” symbol )
11. Entering the REL function, exiting the auto range, and entering into the current range.
12. Entering the REL measurement mode does not change the actual measurable range of the current range
13. When HOLD or MAX/MIN is in use, the REL function is invalid. Displays “EF” – Electromagnetic Field

Functions Indication Table

Electrical Specifications

1. Overload Protection: 600VRMS and 400 AAC
2. Accuracy a is % of reading and b is LSD (Least Significant Digit).
3. AC crest factor 2.5 at 4000 counts, And non-sinusoidal wave according to wave factor calculated as follows:
4. Add 3% when the crest factor is 1~2
5. Add 5% when the crest factor is 2~2.5

Environmental Specifications

Intended for indoor use

Mechanical Specifications

• EMC/EMI
• CISPR 22 3rd Edition. Class B Limits.
• EN 55032
• CISPR 32
• CISPR 11
• FCC 15. 107 concerning Section 15.109 (g).
• ICES-003
• EN 61326-2-2 Sec 6.4.2.101

Safety
Complies with the following:

• IEC 61010-1, Edition 3 (2010-06) +AMD1 (2016-12)
• ANSI/UL/IEC EN 61010-1, Edition 3 (2015-07-15)
• IEC 61010-2-032 (2019-06)
• IEC 61010-2-033 (2019-06)

Overvoltage CAT III 600V, Not intended for use in a CAT IV. Any voltages exceeding the defined maximum voltage measurement categories described above are outside the normal use of the equipment and protection cannot be guaranteed. Pollution Degree Class 2

Maintenance and Service

Equipment Maintenance and Service

Meter Inspection
Do not use it if the meter appears damaged. Visually inspect the meter to ensure the case and jaws are not cracked.

Test Lead Inspection
Inspect and replace test leads if insulation is damaged, metal is exposed, or probes are cracked. Pay particular attention to the insulation surrounding the connectors.

Thermocouple Inspection
Inspect the thermocouple for signs of wear or breakage. Replace if necessary to guarantee the accuracy of readings.

Battery Inspection/Replacement
Inspect the battery compartment monthly for any signs of degradation. Low battery voltages will cause inaccuracies in readings. Remove the batteries for storage or if the meter will not be used for longer than one month. Battery leakage will compromise the safety of the meter and cause irreparable damage to internal components.

WARNING
Shock Hazard. Remove the test leads from the circuit before removing the battery cover. Failure to comply can result in serious injury or death.

Maintenance and Storage
Switch off and disconnect the meter completely before carrying out any maintenance. Clean the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Keep away from liquids and ensure the meter is completely dry before use.

Service and Replacement Parts
This unit has no user-serviceable parts. This clamp meter has no fuse.

Disposal of Waste, Electrical & Electronic Equipment
To preserve, protect, and improve the quality of the environment, protect human health, and utilize natural resources prudently and rationally, the user should return unserviceable products to relevant facilities by statutory regulations. The crossed-out wheeled bin indicates the product needs to be disposed of separately and not as municipal waste. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. It must be properly disposed of by local regulations. Please see www.epa.gov or www.erecycle.org for additional information.

Disposal of Used Batteries/Accumulators
The user is legally obliged to return used batteries and accumulators. Disposing of used batteries in household waste is prohibited! Batteries/accumulators containing hazardous substances are marked with the crossed-out wheeled bin. The symbol indicates that the product is forbidden to be disposed of via domestic refuse. The chemical symbols for the respective hazardous substances are Cd = Cadmium, Hg = Mercury, Pb = Lead. You can return used batteries/accumulators free of charge to any collecting point of your local authority, our stores, or where batteries/ accumulators are sold. Consequently, you must comply with your legal obligations and contribute to environmental protection.

TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This tester is warranted to the original purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase. With proof of purchase from an authorized IDEAL distributor, a defective tester will be repaired or replaced with the same product or a functionally equivalent product, at the option of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. during the warranty period, subject to verification of the defect or malfunction. The warranty does not cover consumables such as\ fuses, and batteries, and excludes defects caused by leakage from batteries, abuse, mishandling, dropping, ordinary wear and tear, misuse, neglect, unauthorized repair, improper use, alterations, accidents, or any causes beyond IDEAL’s reasonable control. Consequential or incidental damages are not recoverable under this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This LIMITED WARRANTY gives you specific legal rights, which vary from state to state. This warranty constitutes the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser and the exclusive liability of IDEAL, and is instead of any other warranties, and expressly disclaims all other warranties, implied, or statutory as to merchantability, fitness for the purpose sold, description, quality productiveness, or any other matter. No agent, distributor, or other supplier has the authority to modify or amend this warranty or make other representations or warranties other than those contained in this warranty without express written authorization from IDEAL. For warranty service, call IDEAL customer service at 1-800-435-0705.

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References

• Electronic Waste Management - CalRecycle Home Page
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | US EPA
• Electronic Waste Management - CalRecycle Home Page
• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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