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Introduction 

This unique meter has a full complement of features in a package only 3/8 
inch thick, weighing less than 3 oz. for the utmost in shirt-pocket 
portability. The PM55 is fully autoranging and has an oversized, easy-to-
read digital display. With an AutoTect™ feature that enables the meter to 
detect and display measurements of AC Volts, DC Volts and Resistance. The 
PM55 offers VolTect™, a built-in non-contact voltage detection of AC 
voltage. Although very small, this meter is fully UL safety rated to CAT III 
levels and is UL listed. The Meterman PM55 precision meter includes 
measurement extras such as capacitance, frequency, DC microamps and 
safety extras such as transient protection to 4 kV and overload protection to 
600 V.  
 

Safety Information 

 

The PM55 Digital Multimeter is certified for cULus and 
EN61010-1:2001; CAT II 600 V, CAT III 300 V, class 2 and  
pollution deg. 2. 

 

This instrument is EN61010-1 certified for Installation Category II  
(600 V). It may only be used to make measurements on energy limited 
circuits within equipment and not directly connected to mains. 

 

This instrument is EN61010-1 certified for Installation Category III  
(300 V). It is recommended for use with local level power distribution, 
appliances, portable equipment, etc., where only smaller transient 
overvoltages may occur, and not for primary supply lines, overhead 
lines and cable systems. 

 

Do not exceed the maximum overload limits per function (see 
specifications) nor the limits marked on the instrument itself. Never 
apply more than 600 V between the test lead and earth ground. 

 

Inspect the DMM, test leads and accessories before every use. Do not 
use any damaged part. 

 

Never ground yourself when taking measurements. Do not touch 
exposed circuit elements or test probe tips.  

 

Do not operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere. 

Summary of Contents for PM55

Page 1: ...PM55 Automatic Precision Pocket Meter Users Manual Mode d emploi Bedienungshandbuch Manual d Uso Manual de uso PN 2153049 August 2004 2004 Meterman Test Tools All rights reserved Printed in Taiwan...

Page 2: ...A LCD display B Rotary switch to select functions and to turn the power on or off C SELECT button to select alternate functions and turn the power off and on D Permanently attached red test lead for...

Page 3: ...asurements 4 AutoTect Mode 5 Continuity Audible With Symbolic Display 5 Electric Field EF Detection VolTect 6 Voltage 8 Resistance 8 Frequency 8 Capacitance 8 V dc V ac and Line Level Hz 8 Diode 9 600...

Page 4: ...s and EN61010 1 2001 CAT II 600 V CAT III 300 V class 2 and pollution deg 2 This instrument is EN61010 1 certified for Installation Category II 600 V It may only be used to make measurements on energy...

Page 5: ...e case Always measure current in series with the load NEVER ACROSS a voltage source Symbols Used in this Manual N Battery W Refer to the manual T Double insulated X Dangerous Voltage F Direct Current...

Page 6: ...st lead for positive polarity and Black test lead for Ground reference unless otherwise specified AutoTect mode is the default function in Auto V position Press the SELECT button momentarily to select...

Page 7: ...d ghost voltages or a hard connection Ghost voltages will be zeroed out by the low input impedance Overload Alert Feature When more than 600 V is present the meter displays OL with a warning beep tone...

Page 8: ...cations later in this manual for a complete description of the bar graph indicators An antenna is located at the top left corner of the meter which detects electric field surrounding current carrying...

Page 9: ...7 Note For Maximum sensitivity hold the meter away from the VolTect corner SELECT SELECT...

Page 10: ...is ready This function is auto ranging Return to Auto Press the SELECT button 8 times to return to AutoTect test mode V dc V ac and Line Level Hz Turn the rotary switch to the V position to select com...

Page 11: ...indicate the diode is resistive or shorted defective 600 Press the SELECT button to select the lowest 600 range for lower resistance measurements It is an extended range to complement the AutoTect res...

Page 12: ...chnician Refer to the LIMITED WARRANTY section for obtaining warranty or repairing service Battery Replacement If the meter starts up with persistent resetting display or with low battery icon N turns...

Page 13: ...WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES ARISING...

Page 14: ...and Canada should be sent to a Meterman Test Tools Service Center Call Meterman Test Tools or inquire at your point of purchase for current repair and replacement rates In USA In Canada Meterman Test...

Page 15: ...ied Sensing Average sensing Overload Protection 600 V dc and V ac rms Low Battery Below approx 2 4 V Power Supply 3 V standard button battery x 1 IEC CR2032 ANSI NEDA 5004LC Power Consumption typical...

Page 16: ...he measurement circuit Users should exercise care and take appropriate precautions to avoid misleading results when making measurements in the presence of electronic interference Accessories H PM prot...

Page 17: ...l ACV AutoTect Threshold 1 5 V ac 50 Hz 60 Hz nominal Capacitance Range1 Accuracy2 100 0nF 1000nF 10 00 F 100 0 F 3 3 5 6 dgt 4 1 Accuracy below 50nF is not specified 2 Accuracies with film capacitor...

Page 18: ...s for 6 000k 6 000M ranges 2 Add 40 dgt to specified accuracy while reading is below 20 of range Frequency Range1 Accuracy Specified At 10 00 Hz 30 00 kHz2 2 0 V Sine rms 10 00 Hz 999 9 Hz 0 5 4 dgt 6...

Page 19: ...en Voltage 400 0 A 2 0 3 dgt 6 mV A 2000 A 1 5 3 dgt 6 mV A Voltect Typical Voltage Bar Graph Indication 20 V to 80 V 45 V to 125 V 70 V to 215 V 120 V to 285 V above 170 V Indication Bar graph segmen...

Page 20: ...18 Audible Continuity Tester 600 Range Open Circuit Voltage 0 4 V dc typical Audible Threshold 175 125...

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