Fluke 1623-2 User Manual

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Table of Contents
Title Page
Introduction ........................................................................................................ 1
How to Contact Fluke ......................................................................................... 1
Safety Information .............................................................................................. 2
Storage ............................................................................................................... 3
Models and Accessories .................................................................................... 4
Additional Accessories ....................................................................................... 5
Features ............................................................................................................. 6
Display ............................................................................................................... 7
Setup .................................................................................................................. 8
Batteries ......................................................................................................... 8
Description of Functions ................................................................................ 10
Operation ........................................................................................................... 11
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2-Pole, 3-Pole Measurements .................................................................. 11
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4-Pole Measurements .............................................................................. 13
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3-Pole Selective Earth Resistance Measurement with Current Clamp .... 15
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4-Pole Selective Earth Resistance Measurement with Current Clamp .... 17
Stakeless Ground Loop Measurement .......................................................... 19
Advanced Operation .......................................................................................... 21
Measurements on High Voltage Pylons ........................................................ 21
Measurement of Soil Resistivity .................................................................... 24
Export Stored Data to PC .................................................................................. 26
Delete Stored Data ............................................................................................. 26
How to Troubleshoot .......................................................................................... 27
Maintenance ....................................................................................................... 29
Calibration .......................................................................................................... 29
Service ............................................................................................................... 29
Specifications ..................................................................................................... 30

Fluke 1623-2 Specifications

General

USB port	Yes
Control type	Buttons, Rotary
Certification	IEC61326-1, CE
Housing color	Black, Yellow
Display digits	1999 digits
Measuring time	6 s
Maximum voltage	48 V
Display technology	LCD
Number of memory records	1500
Storage temperature (T-T)	-30 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	-10 - 50 °C
International Protection (IP) code	IP56
Battery size	AA
Battery voltage	1.5 V
Battery technology	Alkaline
Battery life (measurements)	3000
Number of batteries supported	6

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	187 mm
Width	250 mm
Height	133 mm
Weight	1100 g