DMM 16
Multimeter
User’s manual
CHAUVIN ARNOUX
190, rue Championnet
75876 PARIS Cedex 18 - FRANCE
Tel.: +33 1 44 85 44 85 - Fax: +33 1 46 27 73 89
info@chauvin-arnoux.fr
Export: Tel.: +33 1 44 85 44 38 -Fax: +33 1 46 27 95 59
export@chauvin-arnoux.fr
694243A02 - Ed. 4 - 07/14
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
This device is compliant with safety standards IEC61010-1, 61010-2-032 and 61010-2-033 for
voltages up to 300V in category III at an altitude below 2,000m, indoors, with a degree of pollution
of not more than 2.
These safety instructions are intended to ensure the safety of persons and proper
operation of the device. If the device is used other than as specified in this data sheet, the
protection provided by the device may be impaired.
The operator and/or the responsible authority must carefully read and clearly
understand the various precautions to be taken in use.
If you use this instrument other than as specified, the protection it provides may be
compromised, thereby endangering you.
Do not use the instrument in an explosive atmosphere or in the presence of
flammable gases or fumes.
Do not use the instrument on networks of which the voltage or category exceeds
those mentioned.
Do not exceed the rated maximum voltages between terminals or with respect to
earth.
Do not use the instrument if it seems to be damaged, incomplete, or poorly closed.
Before each use, check the condition of the insulation on the leads, housing, and
accessories. Any item of which the insulation is deteriorated (even partially) must
be set aside for repair or scrapping.
Use leads and accessories rated for voltages and categories at least equal to
those of the instrument. If not, an accessory of a lower category reduces the
category of the combined mult accessory to that of the accessory.
Observe the environmental conditions of use.
Do not modify the instrument and do not replace components with "equivalents".
Repairs and adjustments must be done by approved qualified personnel.
Replace the battery as soon as the
symbol appears on the display unit.
Disconnect all leads before opening the battery compartment cover.
Use personal protective equipment when conditions require.
Keep your hands away from the unused test probes of the device.
When handling the test probes, crocodile clips, and current sensor, keep your
fingers behind the physical guard.
Disconnect the test probes from the measurement circuit to make current
measurements.
Disconnect the test probes from the measurement circuit before changing
functions.
MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES
CAT II: Circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation.
Example:
power supply to electro-domestic devices and portable tools.
CAT III: Power supply circuits in the installation of the building.
Example:
distribution panel, circuit-breakers, machines or fixed industrial devices.
CAT IV: Circuits supplying the low-voltage installation of the building.
Example:
power feeders, counters and protection devices.
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You have just acquired a
DMM16
multimeter and we thank you for your confidence.
For best results from your instrument:
Read
these operating instructions carefully;
Comply
with the precautions for use.
Risk of danger. The operator agrees to refer to these instructions
whenever this danger symbol appears.
Application or withdrawal authorized on uninsulated or bare conductors at
dangerous voltages.
Battery
The CE marking indicates conformity with European directives.
Double insulation or reinforced insulation.
Selective sorting of wastes for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment within the European Union. In conformity with directive WEEE
2002/96/EC: this equipment must not be treated as household waste.
DC– Direct current
AC– Alternating current
AC and DC– Alternating and direct current
Earth
Risk of electric shock
Instructions that must be read and understood
1. PRESENTATION
Le
DMM16
is an instrument for measuring electrical quantities that groups the following
functions:
AC or DC voltage measurement;
Frequency measurement;
Resistance measurement, continuity measurement with buzzer, or diode test;
Capacitance measurement;
DC or AC current measurement;
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1.1
The switch
The switch has six positions. To access the various functions, set the switch to the
corresponding positions. Each active position is confirmed by an audible signal. The
functions are described in the table below.
OFF
Stop
V
or V
/
Hz
AC or DC voltage measurement/Frequency
measurement
/
/
Resistance measurement, continuity
measurement with buzzer, or diode test
Capacitance measurement
120A
/
120A/Hz
120A DC or AC current measurement/
Frequency measurement
60A
/
60A/Hz
66A DC or AC current measurement/
Frequency measurement
1.2
The keys of the keypad
-"SEL" (SELECT) key
Press the "SEL" key repeatedly to obtain the following functions according to the setting
of the rotary switch:
V
/V
DC voltage/AC voltage
/
/
Resistance measurement/continuity
measurement/diode test
120A
/
120A
120A DC current measurement/120A AC current
measurement
60A
/
60A
66A DC current measurement/66A AC current
measurement
-"RANGE" key
Your multimeter has a range change function that is normally automatic but can be made
manual. When the instrument is switched on, the default mode is automatic range
change: the "AUTO" message is then displayed.
Briefly press the "RANGE" key to change to manual mode: the "AUTO" message is
then replaced by "MANU".
Successive brief presses are used to reach the desired range.
Hold the "RANGE" key down for 2 seconds to return to the automatic range change
mode: the "MANU" message reverts to "AUTO".
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