Fluke 114 User Manual

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PN 2572573
July 2006, Rev. 1, 2/07
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114, 115, and 117
True-rms Multimeters
Users Manual
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Fluke 114 Specifications

General

Frequency range	0.005 - 50 kHz
Continuity check	Yes
DC voltage range	0.0001 - 600 V
Resistance range	1 - 600 Ω
Resistance resolution	1 Ω
Resolution (DC voltage)	0.0001 mV
Basic accuracy (DC voltage)	1.0% + 3 (DC, 45 Hz to 500 Hz)
Temperature measurement range	-40 - 400 °C
Battery type	9V
Battery voltage	9 V
Number of batteries supported	1

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	46 mm
Width	84 mm
Height	167 mm
Weight	550 g

Summary

Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability

Product Introduction and Safety Alerts

Introduction to Fluke Multimeters

Overview of the Fluke 114, 115, and 117 true-rms multimeters.

Unsafe Voltage Alert

Alerts users to potentially hazardous voltage presence with a symbol.

Test Lead Insertion Warning

Warns users to check test lead placement in terminals.

Safety Information

Display Overview

Terminals and Error Messages

Terminals Description

Describes the multimeter's input terminals and their functions.

Error Messages

Explains common error codes and their meanings.

Rotary Switch Positions

Meter Modes and Functions

Battery Saver ("Sleep Mode")

Explains the automatic power-saving sleep mode feature.

MIN MAX AVG Recording Mode

Captures minimum, maximum, and average input values.

Display HOLD Function

Freezes the current display reading.

Backlight Control

Information on controlling the display backlight.

Manual and Autoranging Modes

Describes how to select between manual and autoranging modes.

Advanced Features and Basic Measurements

Power-Up Options

Customizing meter behavior at startup.

Making Basic Measurements

Guide on performing fundamental measurement tasks.

Measuring Resistance and Continuity

Measuring Resistance

Procedure for measuring resistance values.

Testing for Continuity

Method for checking circuit continuity.

Measuring Voltage

Measuring AC and DC Voltage

How to measure AC and DC voltage with the multimeter.

Measuring AC and DC Millivolts

Procedure for measuring millivolt AC and DC values.

Measuring AC or DC Current

Measuring High Current and Capacitance

Measuring Current above 10 Amps

How to measure currents exceeding the meter's direct rating.

Measuring Capacitance

Procedure for measuring capacitance values (115 & 117 only).

Measuring Frequency and Detecting Voltage

Measuring Frequency

How to measure signal frequency (115 & 117 only).

Detecting AC Voltage Presence

Using the VoltAlert feature to detect AC voltage (117 only).

Advanced Measurements and Detection

Testing Diodes

Procedure for testing diodes (115 & 117 only).

Low Impedance Capacitance Measurement

Measuring capacitance in low impedance circuits (115 & 117 only).

Display Features and Fuse Testing

Using the Bargraph

Explains the function and use of the bar graph display.

Testing the Fuse

Procedure for testing the multimeter's fuse (115 & 117 only).

Maintenance and Battery/Fuse Replacement

Meter Maintenance

General maintenance overview including cleaning.

Replacing the Battery and Fuse

Step-by-step guide for replacing the battery and fuse.

Fuse Replacement and Cleaning

Fuse Replacement Procedure

Detailed steps for opening the case and replacing the fuse.

Cleaning the Meter

Instructions for cleaning the multimeter case and terminals.

General Specifications

Accuracy Specifications

Accuracy Specifications (Continued)

Accuracy Specifications (Continued)

Input Characteristics