Fluke 1550B User Manual

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Operating the Meter
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Note
This Meter uses a rechargeable 12 V a lead-acid battery for power. Do
not mix with the solid waste stream. Use a qualified recycler or
hazardous materials handler to dispose of dead batteries. Contact
your authorized Fluke Service Center for disposal and recycling
information.
Storing rechargeable lead-acid batteries in a low-charged state could
lead to reduced life and/or damage. Fully charge the battery before
storing it for extended periods and check the charge at regular
intervals.
The Meter uses a rechargeable 12 V lead-acid battery for power. You can
recharge the battery using the AC power cord.
Fully charging the battery typically takes 12 hours. Avoid charging in extremes
of temperature. Recharge the battery if the Meter has been stored for extended
periods. Figure 4 shows how to connect the Meter to a power supply.
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Figure 4. Power Supply Connections
To recharge the battery using an AC power supply:
1. Turn off the Meter.
2. Disconnect the test leads from the Meter.
3. Rotate the safety shutter toward the top of the Meter to expose the power
supply connection.
4. Connect the AC power cord to the IEC AC power socket (1) on the Meter.
5. Connect the other end of the power cord to an AC power supply. See
“General Specifications” later in this manual for AC charger input
specifications.
6. The LCD on the Meter displays CHARGING. When the Meter is in Charging
mode, downloading is possible.

Fluke 1550B Specifications

General

Insulation Test Voltage	250 V, 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V, 5000 V
Safety Rating	CAT III 1000 V, CAT IV 600 V
Live Circuit Detection	Yes
Guard Terminal	Yes
Operating Temperature	-20°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 60°C
Display	Digital
Power Supply	12 V rechargeable lead-acid battery
Test Voltage Accuracy	±2%
Automatic Calculation	DAR, PI