Fluke 8505A - Section 2 Operating Instructions; Introduction and Initial Setup

2-1. INTRODUCTION
2-2.
installation and operation of the multimeter are
explained in this
section. These instructions should
be
read
thoroughly prior to multimeter operation. Once
a
familiarization with the instrument
is
achieved, parts
of
this
section will serve
as
a quick reference. Explanations
and
applications are provided for all standard functions
and
operations. Should any difficulties arise, contact
your
nearest Fluke Sales Representative (listed in Section
7)
or the John Fluke Mfg. Co.,
Inc.;
P.O. Box C9090;
Everett,
WA.
98206;
tel.
(206)
342-6300).
2-3.
SHIPPING INFORMATION
2-4.
The multimeter is packaged
and shipped in
a foam-
packed container. Upon receipt
of the instrument,
a
thorough inspection should
be
made
to reveal
any
possible shipping damage. Special
instructions
for
inspection and claims are included
with the shipping
container.
2-5.
If reshipment is necessary, the original
container
should be used. 1 f the original container is not available,
a
new container
can
be obtained from John Fluke Mfg.
Co., Inc.
Please
reference the instrument model number
when
requesting
a new
shipping
container.
2-6.
INSTALLATION
2-7.
Non-marring feet
and a tilt-down
bail arrangement
are installed on the instrument
for field or
bench use.
A
rack-mounting kit and rack
slides are available
for use
with the
standard 19-inch equipment
racks. Information
regarding installation and rack-mounting
accessories is
contained in Section
6.
2-8.
The multimeter operates from
100, 120,
220,
or
240V ac
(±10%)
at 50 or
60
Hz. Line voltage
selection
must be
verified
before the power cord is connected.
This
verification procedure is explained in Section
4.
WARNING
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, PRO-
PERLY GROUND THE CHASSIS. AGROUND
CONNECTION IS
PROVIDED ON THE
THREE-PRONG POWER CONNECTOR.
IF
PROPER GROUND IN
YOUR POWER
SYSTEM IS IN DOUBT, MAKE A SEPARATE
GROUND CONNECTION
TO THE REAR
PANEL CHASSIS BINDING
POST.
OTHERWISE, THE POSSIBILITY
OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY EXIST IF HIGH
VOLTAGE
IS MEASURED WITH THE LEADS
REVERSED (INPUT HI GROUNDED).
2-9.
OPERATING FEATURES
2-10. Front and rear panel features are
illustrated in
Figure
2-1
and described in Table
2-1.
Use this
information for initial
familiarization
with the
multimeter.
A full explanation
of all features is
presented
later in this
section.
2-11.
OPERATING NOTES
2-12. Input Power
2-13. A binding post on the rear panel has been
provided as an earth ground connection. Line voltage
selection
(100, 120, 220,
or 240V
ac)
is
explained in
Section 4. With the exception of proportionately
slower
reading rates and filter time-outs, operation at
50
Hz
is
identical to that at 60 Hz.
2-14.
The line fuse
(0.5A MDL Slow Blow for
100 or
120V
ac,
or 0.25 MDL Slow Blow for 220 or 240V ac) is
located on the lower right side of
the
rear panel (in the
heat sink). The current and ohms
protection
fuse (1.5
A
AGC) is located in the lower
right-hand
corner of the
front panel for
front input connections and on the
left side
of the rear
panel (as seen from the rear) for rear input
connections. Refer to Fuse
Replacement in
Section 4
before
replacing
any
fuse.
2-1