Intended Use - VOLTCRAFT VC276 SE Mode D'emploi

3. Intended use

- Measures and displays electrical parameters in measurement category CAT III (up to 600 V). Complies with the
EN 61010-1 standard and all lower categories. The multimeter and accessories must not be used in the measuring
category CAT IV.
- Measures direct and alternating voltages up to 600 V
- Measures direct and alternating currents up to 10 A
- Frequency measuring up to 10 MHz
- Measures capacitance up to 60 mF
- Measures resistance up to 60 MΩ
- Measures temperatures from -40 to +1000 °C
- Continuity tests (<10 Ω acoustic)
- Diode tests
- Non-contact 230 V/AC voltage detection (NCV)
The measurement modes are selected using the rotary dial. In many measurement ranges, measurement range
selection is automatic (except for continuity testing, diode testing and current measurement ranges).
Effective (True RMS) measurements are displayed when measuring AC voltages/currents with a frequency of up to
400 Hz. This ensures that sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal voltage/currents are measured accurately.
Negative polarity readings are indicated with the (-) sign.
The 10 A current measurement input is equipped with a ceramic high-performance fuse to protect against overloading.
The voltage in the measurement circuit must not exceed 600 V.
The mA/µA measurement input is equipped with self-resetting PTC fuses. In the case of overload, the current flow
is limited and the measurement device is protected. This negates the need for fuse changes with this measurement
mode.
A low-impedance mode (LoZ) enables voltage measurement with reduced internal resistance. This suppresses phan-
tom voltages, which may occur in high-impedance measurements. Measurement with reduced impedance is only
permissible in measurement circuits of up to 250 V and for up to 3 s.
The multimeter is powered by a standard 9 V block batteries (type 6F22 or identical specifications). Only use batteries
of the specified type. Rechargeable batteries have a lower capacity and should not be used.
The device switches off automatically after 15 minutes if no buttons are pressed. This prevents the battery from drain-
ing. This automatic shut-off function can be disabled.
Do not use the multimeter when the battery compartment is open or when the battery compartment cover is missing.
Do not take measurements in potentially explosive areas, damp rooms or adverse conditions. Adverse conditions
include: Moisture or high humidity, dust and flammable gases, vapours or solvents, thunderstorms and strong elec-
tromagnetic fields.
For safety reasons, only use test leads or accessories that match the multimeter's specifications.
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