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To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the meter from any circuit, remove the test leads from the
input jacks and turn OFF the meter before opening the case. Do not operate with open case.
Install only the same type of fuse or equivalent

Calibration

Periodic calibration at intervals of one year is recommended to maintain meter accuracy. Accuracy
is specified for a period of one year after calibration. If self-diagnostic message “

C_Er

” is being

displayed while powering on, some meter ranges might be largely out of specifications. To avoid
mis-leading measurements, stop using the meter and send it for re-calibration. Refer to the
LIMITED WARRANTY section for obtaining warranty or repairing service.

Cleaning and Storage

Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent; do not use abrasives or solvents.
If the meter is not to be used for periods of longer than 60 days, remove the battery and store it
separately

Trouble Shooting

If the instrument fails to operate, check battery, fuses, leads, etc., and replace as necessary.
Double check operating procedure as described in this user’s manual

If the instrument voltage-resistance input terminal has subjected to high voltage transient (caused
by lightning or switching surge to the system) by accident or abnormal conditions of operation, the
series fusible resistors will be blown off (become high impedance) like fuses to protect the user
and the instrument. Most measuring functions through this terminal will then be open circuit. The
series fusible resistors and the spark gaps should then be replaced by qualified technician. Refer
to the LIMITED WARRANTY section for obtaining warranty or repairing service.

Battery and Fuse replacement

Battery use:

1.5V AAA Size battery x 2

Fuses use:

Fuse (FS1) for

AmA current input:

0.63A/500Vac, IR 50kA, F fuse

Fuse (FS2) for A current input:
10A/600Vac, IR 100kA, F fuse

Battery and Fuse replacement:

Loosen the screw from the access
cover of the case bottom. Lift the
access cover. Replace the batteries or
fuse. Re-fasten the screw.

Summary of Contents for TOP TRONIC TBM251

Page 1: ...USER S MANUAL TBM251 TBM252 TBM255 TBM257 JA C K JA C K ...

Page 2: ...nt category V Category II 1000V CAT III 600V and CAT IV 300V AC DC mA A Category III 500Vac and 300Vdc A Category III 600Vac and 300Vdc Per IEC61010 1 2nd Ed 2001 Measurement Category Measurement Category IV CAT IV is for measurements performed at the source of the low voltage installation Examples are electricity meters and measurements on primary overcurrent protection devices and ripple control...

Page 3: ...not attempt a current measurement to any circuit where the open circuit voltage is above the protection fuse voltage rating Suspected open circuit voltage should be checked with voltage functions Never attempt a voltage measurement with the test lead inserted into the A mA or A input jack Only replace the blown fuse with the proper rating as specified in this manual CAUTION Disconnect the test lea...

Page 4: ...t a function 4 Input Jack for milli amp and micro amp current functions 5 Input Jack for all functions EXCEPT current A mA A functions 6 Common Ground reference Input Jack for all functions 7 Input Jack for 8A 15A for 30sec current function Analog bar graph The analog bar graph provides a visual indication of measurement like a traditional analog meter needle It is excellent in detecting faulty co...

Page 5: ...eutral 5 Bus bars and electrical panels to vibrate Crest Factor Crest Factor is the ratio of the Crest instantaneous peak value to the True RMS value and is commonly used to define the dynamic range of a True RMS DMM A pure sinusoidal waveform has a Crest Factor of 1 4 A badly distorted sinusoidal waveform normally has a much higher Crest Factor NMRR Normal Mode Rejection Ratio NMRR is the DMM s a...

Page 6: ...rement reading is being displayed in AutoCheckTM mode press the RANGE or SELECT button momentarily 1 time can lock the range or function it was in Press the button momentarily repeatedly to step through the ranges or functions As Hazardous Alert When making resistance measurements in AutoCheckTM mode an unexpected display of voltage readings alerts you that the object under test is being energized...

Page 7: ...A C K Hz Note Input sensitivity varies automatically with function range selected before activating the Hz function 6V function range has the highest and the 1000V range has the lowest It is recommended to first measure the signal voltage or current level then activate the Hz function in that voltage or current range to automatically set the most appropriate trigger level You can also press the RA...

Page 8: ...reading Continuity function is convenient for checking wiring connections and operation of switches A continuous beep tone indicates a complete wire Normal forward voltage drop forward biased for a good silicon diode is between 0 400V to 0 900V A reading higher than that indicates a leaky diode defective A zero reading indicates a shorted diode defective An OL indicates an open diode defective Rev...

Page 9: ...so use a plug adapter Bkb32 Optional purchase with banana pins to K type socket to adapt other standard K type mini plug temperature probes A mA and A Current functions Press SELECT button momentarily to toggle between DC and AC Last selection will be saved as power up default for repeat measurement convenience ...

Page 10: ...distinguish between live or earth connections Probe Contact EF Detection For more precise indication of live wires such as distinguishing between live and ground connections use the Red test probe for direct contact measurements PC computer interface capabilities The instrument equips with an optical isolated interface port at the meter back for data communication Press HOLD button while turning t...

Page 11: ...RANGE button momentarily to select manual ranging and the meter will remain in the range it was in the LCD turns off Press the button momentarily again to step through the ranges Press and hold the button for 1 second or more to resume auto ranging Note Manual ranging feature is not available in Hz and functions Set Beeper Off Press the RANGE button while turning the meter on to temporarily disabl...

Page 12: ...ore it separately Trouble Shooting If the instrument fails to operate check battery fuses leads etc and replace as necessary Double check operating procedure as described in this user s manual If the instrument voltage resistance input terminal has subjected to high voltage transient caused by lightning or switching surge to the system by accident or abnormal conditions of operation the series fus...

Page 13: ... 300V AC DC mA A Category III 500Vac and 300Vdc A Category III 600Vac and 300Vdc E M C Meets EN61326 1 2006 EN55022 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 EN61000 4 2 EN61000 4 3 EN61000 4 4 EN61000 4 5 EN61000 4 6 EN61000 4 8 EN61000 4 11 In an RF field of 3V m Capacitance function is not specified Other function ranges Total Accuracy Specified Accuracy 100 digits Performance above 3V m is not specified Overloa...

Page 14: ...shold 1V nominal AutoCheckTM Lo Z ACV Input Impedance Initially approx 2 5k 120pF nominal Impedance increases abruptly within a fraction of a second as display voltage is above 50V typical Ended up impedances vs display voltages typically are 15k 100V 100k 300V 250k 600V 375k 1000V Ohm RANGE Accuracy 600 0 6 000K 60 00K 600 0K 0 5 4d 6 000M 0 7 4d 60 00M 1 2 4d Open Circuit Voltage 0 45VDC typical...

Page 15: ... continuous 8A to 15A for 30 sec max with 5 minutes cool down interval Temperature model 252 255 257 only RANGE Accuracy 50 oC 1000 oC 0 3 3d 58 oF 1832 oF 0 3 6d K type thermocouple range accuracy not included Logic Level Hz mV Function RANGE Sensitivity square wave 5 00 Hz 500 0 kHz 3 Vpeak 5 00 Hz 1 000 MHz 5 Vpeak Accuracy 0 03 2d Hz Line ACV DCV Current AutoCheckTM Function Sensitivity Sine R...

Page 16: ...repaid to BRYMEN TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION BRYMEN assumes no risk for damage in transit BRYMEN will at its option repair or replace the defective product free of charge However if BRYMEN determines that the failure was caused by misused altered neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling you will be billed for the repair THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU O...

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