FLUKE 110 True Rms Multi Meter User Manual

FLUKE 110 True Rms Multi Meter

Product Specifications

• Models: 110, 113, 114, 115, 117
• Type: True-rms Multimeter
• Display: 6000-count display with a bar graph

Product Information

• The Fluke Model 110, Model 113, Model 114, Model 115, and Model 117 are battery-powered, true-rms multimeters with a 6000-count display and a bar graph. This manual applies to all models.
• For safety information, refer to the printed Safety Information included with the product or visit the Fluke website.

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Information:
Always follow safety precautions when using the multimeter. Ensure you are familiar with the safety guidelines provided in the manual and on the product.

Product Familiarization:
The manual explains features for multiple models. Use Table 1 to identify the features specific to your Meter.

Features:

Display Features:

How to Contact Fluke:
If you have any questions or need assistance, contact Fluke using the provided contact information in the manual.

Test Lead Alert:
Ensure test leads are correctly connected to avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter. Follow the lead alert warnings provided in the manual.

FAQ

• What should I do if I see the Z symbol on the display?
  The Z symbol indicates a hazardous voltage or overload condition. Ensure proper precautions and refer to the safety information in the manual.

• How do I know if the test leads are correctly placed?
  The Meter will display LEAd and emit an audible beep when you move the rotary switch to or from any Amps position, reminding you to check lead placement.

LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF

LIABILITYOF LIABILITY

• This Fluke product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on Fluke’s behalf. To obtain service during the warranty period, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return authorization information, then send the product to that Service Center with a description of the problem.

• THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY. NO OTHER WARRANTIES, SUCH AS FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. FLUKE IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. Since some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential damages, this limitation of liability may not apply to you.vision.

  • Fluke Corporation
    P.O. Box 9090 Everett, WA 98206-9090 U.S.A.

  • Fluke Europe B.V
    P.O. Box 1186 5602 BD Eindhoven The Netherlands

Introduction

The Fluke Model 110, Model 113, Model 114, Model 115, and Model 117 (the Meter or Product) are battery-powered, true-rms multimeters with a 6000-count display and a bar graph. This manual applies to all models. All figures show the Model 117 unless indicated.

How to Contact Fluke

• To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone numbers:
  • Technical Support USA: 1-800-44-FLUKE (1-800-443-5853)
  • Calibration/Repair USA : 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853)
  • Canada: 1-800-36-FLUKE (1-800-363-5853)
  • Europe: +31 402-675-200
  • Japan: +81-3-6714-3114
  • Singapore: +65-6799-5566
  • China: +86-400-921-0835
  • Brazil: +55-11-3530-8901
  • Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-5500
• Or, visit Fluke’s website at www.fluke.com.
• To register your product, visit http://register.fluke.com.
• To view, print, or download the latest manual supplement, visit http://us.fluke.com/usen/support/manuals. To request a printed manual, visit www.fluke.com/productinfo.

Safety Information

For Product safety information, see the printed 110/113/114/115/117 Safety Information included with the Product or located on the Fluke website.

Unsafe Voltage

To alert you to the presence of a potentially hazardous voltage, the Z symbol is displayed when the Meter measures a voltage ≥30 V or a voltage overload (OL) condition. When making frequency measurements >1 kHz, the Z symbol is unspecified.

Test Lead Alert

Warning
Personal injury or damage to the Meter can occur if you attempt to make a measurement with a lead in an incorrect terminal.
To remind you to check that the test leads are in the correct terminals, LEAd is briefly displayed and an audible beep sounds when you move the rotary switch to or from any A (Amps) position.

Product Familiarization

The manual explains features for multiple models. Because models have different features, not all of the information in the manual may apply to your Meter. Use Table 1 to identify the features of your Meter.

Features
Table 1 is a list of the features for each Meter.

Display
Table 2 is a list of the features for each display.

Terminals
Table 3 is a list of terminals on the Meter.

Error Messages
Table 4 is a list of error messages for the Meter.

Battery Saver™ (Sleep Mode)
If the Meter is ON, but inactive and not connected to voltage for more than 20 minutes, the display goes blank to save battery life.To use the Meter, press any button or turn the rotary switch. To disable the Sleep mode, see Power-Up Options. The Sleep mode is always disabled in the MIN MAX AVG mode.

MIN MAX AVG Recording Mode
The MIN MAX AVG recording mode captures the minimum and maximum input values (ignoring overloads), and calculates a running average of all readings. When the Meter detects a new high or low, the Meter beeps.
Note
Autoranging and Battery Saver™ are disabled in MIN MAX AVG mode.

1. Select the measurement function and range.

2. Push to enter MIN MAX AVG mode.
   and MAX show on the display. The highest reading detected since entering MIN MAX AVG shows on the display.

3. Push to step through the low (MIN), average (AVG), and present readings.

4. To pause MIN MAX AVG recording without erasing stored values, push . ( shows on the display.)

5. To resume MIN MAX AVG recording, push f again.

6. To exit and erase stored readings, push for at least one second, or turn the rotary switch.

Display HOLD
Warning
To avoid electric shock, when Display HOLD is activated, be aware that the display will not change when you apply a different voltage.
In the Display HOLD mode, the Meter freezes the display.

1. Push to activate Display HOLD. ( shows on the display.)
2. To exit and return to normal operation, push or turn the rotary switch.

Backlight

• Push to toggle the backlight on and off.
• The backlight automatically turns off after 40 seconds. To disable backlight auto-off, see Power-Up Options.

Manual and Autoranging
The Meter has both Manual and Autorange modes. The Meter defaults to Autorange. To toggle between Manual and Autorange, push for 1 second.

• In the Autorange mode, the Meter selects the range with the best resolution.
• In the Manual Range mode, you override Autorange and select the range yourself. Push for 1 second to enter Manual range. (Manual shows on the display.) Push to increment the range. After the highest range, the Meter wraps to the lowest range.
  Note
  You cannot manually change the range in the MIN MAX AVG or Display HOLD modes. If you push while in MIN MAX AVG or Display Hold, the Meter beeps twice, indicating an invalid operation and the range does not change.

Power-Up Options
To select a Power-Up Option, hold down the button indicated in Table 5 while turning the Meter from OFF to any other function. Power-Up Options are canceled when you turn off the Meter and when sleep mode is activated.

Making Basic Measurements

When connecting the test leads to the circuit or device, connect the common (COM) test lead before connecting the live lead; when removing the test leads, remove the live lead before removing the common test lead.
Warning
To avoid electric shock, injury, or damage to the Meter, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, diodes, or capacitance.

Measuring Resistance

Testing for Continuity
Note
Use the continuity function as a fast, convenient method to check for opens and shorts. For maximum accuracy in making resistance measurements, use the Meter’s resistance (e) function.

Measuring AC and DC Voltage

Using Auto Volts Selection (114, 117)

• With the function switch in the position, the Meter automatically selects a dc or ac voltage measurement based on the input applied between the V or + and COM jacks.
• This function also sets the Meter’s input impedance to approximately 3 kΩ to reduce the possibility of false readings due to ghost voltages.

Measuring AC and DC Millivolts (110, 114, 115, 117)
With the function switch in the position, the Meter measures ac plus dc millivolts. Press to set the Meter to dc millivolts.

Measuring AC or DC Current (115, 117)
Warning
To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter:

• Never attempt to make an in-circuit current measurement when the open-circuit potential to earth is >600 V.
• Check the Meter’s fuse before testing. See Testing the Fuse (115, 117).
• Use the proper terminals, switch position, and range for your measurement.
• Never place the probes in parallel with a circuit or component when the leads are plugged into the A (Amps) terminals.

To measure current:

1. Turn circuit power off.
2. Break the circuit
3. Insert the Meter in series with the circuit, and then turn circuit power on.

Measuring Current above 10 Amps (110, 114, 115, 117)
The millivolt and voltage function of the Meter can be used with an optional mV/A output Current Probe to measure currents that exceed the rating of the Meter. Make sure the Meter has the correct function selected, AC or DC, for your current probe. Refer to a Fluke catalog or contact your local Fluke representative for compatible current clamps.

Measuring Capacitance (113, 115, 117)

Measuring Frequency (115, 117)
Warning
To avoid electrical shock, disregard the bar graph for frequencies >1 kHz. If the frequency of the measured signal is >1 kHz, the bar graph and Z are unspecified.

• The Meter measures the frequency of a signal by counting the number of times the signal crosses a trigger level each second. The trigger level is 0 V, 0 A for all ranges.
• Press to turn on or turn off the frequency measurement function on and off. Frequency works with ac functions only.
• In frequency, the bar graph and range annunciator indicate the ac voltage or current present.
• Select progressively lower ranges using manual ranging for a stable reading.

Detecting AC Voltage Presence (117)
To detect the presence of ac voltage, place the top of the Meter close to a conductor. The Meter gives an audible as well as visual indication when voltage is detected. The sensitivity settings are:

• Lo: use on flush mounted wall sockets, power strips, flush mounted industrial outlets and various power cords.
• Hi: for ac voltage detection on other styles of recessed power connectors or sockets where the actual ac voltage is recessed within the connector itself.
  The VoltAlert detector works in bare wire applications with voltages as low as 24 V in the Hi setting.
  Warning
  If there is no indication, voltage could still be present. Do not rely on the VoltAlert detector with shielded wire. Operation may be effected by differences in socket design, insulation thickness and type.

Making Low Impedance Capacitance Measurements (115, 117)
For making capacitance measurements on cables with ghost voltage:

1. Hold as you turn on the Meter to enable the low-input impedance Capacitance mode.
2. Wait until shows on the display.
   In this mode, capacitance measurements will have a lower accuracy and lower dynamic range.
   Note
   This setting is not saved when the Meter is turned off or goes into sleep mode.

Testing Diodes (113, 115, 117)

Using the Bargraph

• The bar graph is like the needle on an analog meter. It has an overload indicator to the right and a polarity indicator (+) to the left.
• Because the bar graph is much faster than the digital display, the bar graph is useful for making peak and null adjustments.
• The bar graph is disabled when measuring capacitance. In frequency, the bar graph and range annunciator indicates the underlying voltage or current up to 1 kHz.
• The number of segments indicates the measured value and is relative to the full-scale value of the selected range.
• In the 60 V range, for example (see below), the major divisions on the scale represent 0, 15, 30, 45, and 60 V. An input of -30 V turns on the negative sign and the segments up to the middle of the scale.

Maintenance

Maintenance of the Meter consists of battery and fuse replacement, as well as case cleaning.

Testing the Fuse (115, 117)
Test fuse as shown in Figure 1.

Replacing the Battery and Fuse
Warning
To avoid shock, injury, or damage to the Meter:

• Remove test leads from the Meter before opening the case or battery door.
• Use ONLY a fuse with the amperage, interrupt voltage, and speed ratings specified.

See Figure 2 for disassembly.

To remove the battery door for battery replacement:

1. Remove the test leads from the Meter.
2. Remove the battery door screw.
3. Use the finger recess to lift the door slightly.
4. Lift the door straight up to separate it from the case.
5. The battery fits inside the battery door, which is then inserted into the case, bottom edge first, until it is fully seated. Do not attempt to install the battery directly into the case.
6. Install and tighten battery door screw.

To open the case for fuse replacement:

1. Remove the test leads from the Meter.
2. Remove the Meter from its holster.
3. Remove two screws from the case bottom.
4. Separate the case bottom from the case top.
5. Remove the fuse from its holder and replace it with an 11 A, 1000 V, FAST fuse having a minimum interrupt rating of 17,000 A. Use only Fluke PN 803293.
6. To re-assemble the Meter, first attach the case bottom to the case top, then install the two screws. Finally, insert the Meter into its holster.

Cleaning
Wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect readings.

Specifications

Accuracy is specified for 1 year after calibration, at operating temperatures of 18 °C to 28 °C, with relative humidity at 0 % to 90 %. Extended specifications are available at www.Fluke.com.

• Maximum voltage between any terminal and earth ground 600 V

• Fuse for A input (115 & 117 only) 11 A, 1000 V, IR 17 kA

• Display

  • Digital 6000 counts, updates 4/s
  • Bar Graph 33 segments, updates 32/s

• Temperature

  • Operating -10 °C to 50 °C
  • Storage -40 °C to 60 °C

• Temperature Coefficient 0.1 x (specified accuracy)/°C (<18 °C or >28 °C)

• Altitude

  • Operating 2000 meters
  • Storage 10 000 meters

• Relative Humidity 95 % to 30 °C, 75 % to 40 °C, 45 % to 50 °C

• Battery IEC 6LR61

• Battery Life

  • 113 Alkaline: 300 hours typical, without backlight
  • 110, 114, 115, 117 Alkaline: 400 hours typical, without backlight

• Safety IEC 61010-1: Pollution Degree 2 IEC 61010-2-033

  • 113 Measurement CAT IV 600 V
  • 110, 114 Measurement CAT III 600 V
  • 115, 117 Measurement CAT III 600 V, 10 A

• Ingress Protection IEC 60529: IP42 (non-operating)

• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
  International IEC 61326-1: Portable Electromagnetic Environment CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A

  • Group 1: Equipment has intentionally generated and/or uses conductively-coupled radio frequency energy that is necessary for the internal function of the equipment itself.
  • Class A: Equipment is suitable for use in all establishments other than domestic and those directly connected to a low-voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. There may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments due to conducted and radiated disturbances.
  • Caution: This equipment is not intended for use in residential environments and may not provide adequate protection to radio reception in such environments.
  • Emissions that exceed the levels required by CISPR 11 can occur when the equipment is connected to a test object.

• Korea (KCC) Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & Communication Equipment)
  Class A: Equipment meets requirements for industrial electromagnetic wave equipment and the seller or user should take notice of it. This equipment is intended for use in business environments and not to be used in homes.

• USA (FCC) 47 CFR 15 subpart B. This product is considered an exempt device per clause 15.103.
  Function| Range| Resolution| Accuracy

± ([% of Reading] + [Counts])

| Model
---|---|---|---|---
DC Millivolts| 600.0 mV| 0.1 mV| 0.5 % + 2| 110, 114, 115, 117
DC Volts| 6.000 V| 0.001 V| 0.5 % + 2| 110, 114, 115, 117
60.00 V| 0.01 V
600.0 V| 0.1 V
 | DC, 45 to 500 Hz| 500 Hz to 1 kHz|
Auto-V LoZ[1] True-rms| 600.0 V| 0.1 V| 2.0 % + 3| 4.0 % + 3| 114, 117
k CHEK [4]| 6.000 V| 0.001 V| 2.0 % + 3| 4.0 % + 3| 113
60.00 V| 0.01 V
600.0 V| 0.1 V
 | 45 to 500 Hz| 500 Hz to 1 kHz|
AC millivolts[1] True-rms| 600.0 mV| 0.1 mV| 1.0 % + 3| 2.0 % + 3| 110, 114, 115, 117
AC Volts[1] True-rms| 6.000 V| 0.001 V| ****

1.0 % + 3

| ****

2.0 % + 3

| 110, 114, 115, 117
60.00 V| 0.01 V
600.0 V| 0.1 V
Continuity[5]| 600 W| 1 W| Beeper on <20 W, off >250 W. Detects opens or shorts of 500 ms or longer.| 110, 114, 115, 117
—| —| 113
Ohms[5]| 600.0 W| 0.1 W| 0.9 % + 2| ****

110, 113, 114, 115,

117

6.000 kW| 0.001 kW| 0.9 % + 1
60.00 kW| 0.01 kW| 0.9 % + 1
600.0 kW| 0.1 kW| 0.9 % + 1| 110, 114, 115, 117
6.000 MW| 0.001 MW| 0.9 % + 1
40.00 MW| 0.01 MW| 5.0 % + 2
Diode Test[5]| 2.000 V| 0.001 V| 0.9 % + 2| 115, 117
2.0 % + 3|  | 113
Capacitance[5]| 1000 nF| 1 nF| 1.9 % + 2| 113, 115, 117
10.00 mF| 0.01 mF| 1.9 % + 2
100.0 mF| 0.1 mF| 1.9 % + 2
9999 mF| 1 mF| 100 mF – 1000 mF: 1.9 % +2

1000 mF: 5 % + 20

Lo-Z Capacitance (Power-up option)| 1 nF to 500 mF| 10 % + 2 typical| 115, 117
AC Amps True-rms[1] (45 Hz to 500 Hz)| 6.000 A| 0.001 A| 1.5 % + 3| 115, 117
10.00 A[3]| 0.01 A
DC Amps| 6.000 A| 0.001 A| 1.0 % + 3| 115, 117
10.00 A[3]| 0.01 A
Hz (V or A input)[2]| 99.99 Hz| 0.01 Hz| 0.1 % + 2| 115, 117
---|---|---|---|---
999.9 Hz| 0.1 Hz
9.999 kHz| 0.001 kHz
50.00 kHz| 0.01 kHz
99.99 kHz| 0.01 kHz
Notes: [1]        All ac ranges except Auto-V LoZ are specified from 1 % to 100 % of range. Auto-V LoZ is specified from 0.0 V. Because inputs below 1 % of range are not specified, it is normal for this and other true-rms meters to display non-zero readings when the test leads are disconnected from a circuit or are shorted together. For volts, crest factor of ::3 at 4000 counts, decreasing linearly to 1.5 at full scale. For amps, crest factor of ::3. AC volts is ac-coupled.

Auto-V LoZ, AC mV, and AC amps are dc-coupled.

[2]        AC Volts Hz is ac-coupled and specified from 5 Hz to 99.99 kHz. Minimum input required above 50.00 kHz typically is >1.1 vac sine. Minimum input typical and not specified. AC Amps Hz is dc-coupled and specified from 45 Hz to 5 kHz. [3]        W>10 A unspecified.Duty cycle: >10 A to 20 A, 30 seconds on, 10 minutes off.

[4]        113 only: All k CHEK voltage ranges are specified from 60 counts to 100 % of range. Because inputs <60 counts are not specified, it is possible and normal for this and other true-rms meters to display non-zero readings when the test leads are disconnected from a circuit or are shorted together. Crest factor of ::3 at 4000 counts, decreasing linearly to 1.5 at full scale.

[5]        113 only: After measuring voltage, a wait time of 1 minute is required to maintain accuracy of ohms, capacitance, diode test, and continuity.

Input Characteristics (110, 114, 115, 117)

Function| Input Impedance (Nominal)| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 k W Unbalanced)| Normal Mode Rejection
---|---|---|---
Volts AC| >5 MW <100 pF| >60 dB at dc, 50 or 60 Hz| 0.5 % + 2| – – –
Volts DC| >10 MW <100 pF| >100 dB at dc, 50 or 60 Hz| 0.5 % + 2| – – –
Auto-V LoZ| ~3 kW <500 pF| >60 dB at dc, 50 or 60 Hz|  | – – –
 | Open Circuit Test Voltage| Full Scale Voltage| Short Circuit Current
Ohms| <2.7 V dc| to 6.0 M W| 40 M W| <350 mA
<0.7 V dc| <0.9 V dc
Diode Test| <2.7 V dc| 2.000 V dc| <1.2 mA

Input Characteristics (113)

Function| Input Impedance (Nominal)| Common Mode Rejection Ratio
---|---|---
k CHEK| ~3 kW <300 pF| >60 dB at dc, 50 or 60 Hz
 | Open Circuit Test Voltage| Full Scale Voltage
Ohms| <2.7 V dc| <0.7 V dc
Diode Test| <2.7 V dc| <2.000 V dc
 | Short Circuit Current
Ohms| <350 mA
Diode Test| <1.0 mA

MIN MAX Recording Accuracy and Response Time (113)
Specified accuracy of the measurement function ±40 counts in k CHEK for changes >500 ms in duration, ±12 counts in e for changes >325 ms in duration. Typical 100 ms response to 80 %. Response time not specified for capacitance.

References

• Fluke Registration

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