Fluke 43B User Manual

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Table of Contents
Chapter Title Page
Unpacking......................................................................................... 0-1
Safety Information: Read First ................................................... 0-2
Current Probe......................................................................... 0-4
1 Introducing the Fluke 43B....................................................... 1-5
Powering the Fluke 43B............................................................. 1-5
Inputs ......................................................................................... 1-7
Main Menu ................................................................................. 1-8
Instrument Setup ....................................................................... 1-14
Setting the Date...................................................................... 1-14
Setting the Time ..................................................................... 1-15
Adjusting the Contrast ............................................................ 1-16
Selecting Probes .................................................................... 1-17
Setting up the Harmonic- and Power Function ....................... 1-19
Selecting a Language............................................................. 1-21
Using FlukeView Software ......................................................... 1-22
Using a Printer ........................................................................... 1-23
Selecting a Printer Type ......................................................... 1-24
Resetting the Fluke 43B............................................................. 1-25
2 Maintenance ............................................................................. 2-27
Cleaning and Storage ................................................................ 2-27
Cleaning the Fluke 43B .......................................................... 2-27
Storing the Fluke 43B............................................................. 2-27
Cleaning the Current Probe.................................................... 2-27
Batteries..................................................................................... 2-28
Charging the Batteries............................................................ 2-28
Extending Battery Operation Time ......................................... 2-29
Replacing the Ni-MH Battery Pack ......................................... 2-30
Ordering Codes.......................................................................... 2-32
Replaceable Parts .................................................................. 2-32
Manuals.................................................................................. 2-33
Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 2-34

Fluke 43B Specifications

General

Category	Power Quality Analyzer
Interface	RS-232
Volts AC/DC	Yes
Ohms	Yes
Continuity	Yes
Diode Test	Yes
Capacitance	Yes
Harmonics Measurement	Up to 51st harmonic
Display	LCD
Battery Life	Approximately 6 hours
Weight	1.1 kg (2.4 lb)
Data Storage	Yes
Amps AC/DC	0.1 to 1000 A (with clamp)
Power Measurement	W, VA, VAR, PF
Dimensions	50 mm
Current Measurement Range	Via current clamp accessories (not built-in)