. ® 183 & 185 True RMS Multimeters Users Manual February 2001 Rev.2, 4/02 © 2001-2002 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in USA All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.How To Use A Multimeter: Learn to use a multimeter to test voltage, resistance, and continuity. LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY Each Fluke 20, 70, 80, 170 and 180 Series DMM will be free from defects in material and workmanship for its lifetime. As used herein, “lifetime” is defined as seven years after Fluke discontinues manufacturing the product, but the warranty period shall be at least ten years from the date of purchase. Table of Contents Title Page Introduction.1 Contacting Fluke.

1. How To Read A Multimeter
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Page: 1 Search the support documentation for service technicians - service test equipment, measuring equipment (oscilloscope, pc oscilloscope, digital oscilloscope, usb oscilloscope, digital multimeter, analog multimeter) by different manufacturers (Fluke, Wavetek, Tektronix ) Search our database of Service manuals, schematics, diagrams, pcb design, service mode, make-model-chassis, repair. R N10140 Technical Data Fluke 113 Digital Multimeter Features include:. VCHEK™ LoZ low impedance measurement function to simultaneously test for voltage and continuity. True-rms for accurate ac measurements on non-linear loads. A large backlit display allows for easy visibility in low-lit areas. Record signal fluctuations using the Min/Max function.

1 Safety Information.2 Safety Terms.2 Symbols. 2 Safety Precautions.3 Front and Rear Panel Overview.6 Measurement Function Knob.9 Input Connectors.10 Operating Basics. 183 & 185 Users Manual FAST MIN MAX (1 ms Peak).23 Backlight Button ( ).23 HOLD Button.23 Auto Hold.24 REL t Button (Making Relative (REL t) Measurements). 24 Relative to a Measured Value.24 Relative to a Saved Value. List of Tables Table Title Page Symbols.

2 Setup Prompts, Definitions, and Default Values. 27 Power-up Options.29 MIN MAX Operations.31 DC Voltage Characteristics.34 DC Voltage Range, Resolution, and Accuracy.34 AC Voltage Characteristics.35 AC Voltage Range, Resolution, and Accuracy. 183 & 185 Users Manual. List of Figures Figure Title Page Front Panel (185 is shown).6 Rear Panel View (185 is shown).7 Display Indicators.8 Measurement Function Knob.9 Input Connectors.10 Meter Softkeys. 12 Positive and Negative Duty Factor.

17 Setup for the Optional Computer Interface Accessory. 183 & 185 Users Manual. Fluke 183 &185 True RMS Digital Multimeters Introduction The Fluke 183 and 185 True RMS Digital Multimeters (hereafter referred to as 'the meter') are handheld, battery-operated instruments that measure and source electrical and physical parameters. These Meters comply with IEC 1010 edition for CAT III 1000 V and CAT IV 600 V environments. 183 & 185 Users Manual Safety Information Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to the meter or any products connected to it.To avoid potential hazards, use the meter only as specified Safety Terms The following terms appear in this manual: Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could Warning result in injury or loss of life.

How To Read A Multimeter

Do not use the meter within 1-inch (2.54 cm) of strong external magnetic fields such as that produced by the Fluke ToolPak hanging magnet accessory. Incorrect readings may result.

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If erratic behavior is noted, turn meter off to reset. 183 & 185 Users Manual WWarning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, follow these guidelines: Before and after measuring hazardous voltages ( 30 V ac rms, 42 V peak, or 60 V dc), verify the meter’s proper operation by measuring a known voltage. Do not use the meter if it is damaged. True RMS Digital Multimeters Safety Information Connect the common test lead before you connect the live test lead. When you disconnect test leads, disconnect the live test lead first.Remove test leads from the meter before you open the battery door. Do not operate the meter with the battery door or portions of the cover removed or loosened. 183 & 185 Users Manual Front and Rear Panel Overview TRUE RMS MULTIMETER RANGE HOLD MIN MAX FAST MIN MAX MEMORY 10A MAX FUSED 1000V ahr01f.eps Extra large LCD display with dual numerical readout.

Measurement function knob – Use to select a measurement.Yellow (shift) button–. True RMS Digital Multimeters Front and Rear Panel Overview ahr02f.eps Press and hold options – Activate by holding down the specified button for two seconds while the meter is on.

Power-up options – Activate by holding down the specified button while turning on the meter. 183 & 185 Users Manual ahr03f.eps Special feature indicators Low battery indicator indicator Yellow (shift) button and memory mode indicators Bargraph Upper display Upper display units Main display Main display units Range indicators Softkey menus Figure 3. Display Indicators.

True RMS Digital Multimeters Front and Rear Panel Overview Measurement Function Knob ahr04f.eps OFF -Turns off the meter. Setup parameters and stored measurements are saved.Volts AC RMS, Volts DC, Volts AC DC dual display, Volts AC+DC total RMS, dB, and dBm. Frequency measurements. 183 & 185 Users Manual Input Connectors 10A MAX FUSED 1000V ahr05f.eps Input connector for current measurements up to 10 A (15 A for 30 seconds).

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Common connector. All measurements are referenced to this connector. Input connector for volts, frequency, ohms, continuity, diode, capacitance, and temperature measurements. True RMS Digital Multimeters Operating Basics Operating Basics Before you take any of the measurements described in this section, follow these steps: For specified accuracy, allow the meter to stabilize for 30 seconds after you turn on the meter. Post navigation.