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Fluke 87 Series IV User Manual

Fluke 87 Series IV
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Model 87 & 89 Series IV
True RMS Multimeter
Users Manual
March 1999 Rev.2, 3/00
© 1999,2000 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

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Fluke 87 Series IV Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFluke
Model87 Series IV
CategoryMultimeter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

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Chapter 1 Before You Start

Safety Information

Guidelines to avoid electric shock or personal injury.

Contacting Fluke

How to order accessories or get assistance from Fluke.

Symbols

Explanations of symbols used on the meter and in the manual.

Chapter 2 Getting Acquainted

Introduction

Overview of the manual's scope and Model 89 features.

Rotary Switch

Explanation of the meter's primary function selection dial.

Pushbuttons

Description of buttons that activate features and augment functions.

Understanding the Display

Details on primary and secondary displays, bar graph features.

Using AutoHOLD

How to use AutoHOLD mode to freeze stable readings and detect new ones.

Using MIN MAX

Capturing and displaying minimum, maximum, and average values.

Using Relative Mode (REL)

Zeroing the display and storing a reference reading for comparison.

Chapter 3 Making Measurements

Measuring Voltage

How to measure electrical potential difference between two points.

Measuring AC Voltage

Procedure for measuring true RMS AC voltage readings.

Measuring Resistance

How to measure opposition to current flow in ohms.

Testing for Continuity

Checking for a complete path for current flow with audible beep.

Measuring Capacitance

How to measure the ability of a component to store electrical charge.

Measuring Current

Procedure for measuring the flow of electrons through a conductor.

Measuring Frequency

How to measure the number of cycles a signal completes per second.

Measuring Duty Cycle

Determining the percentage of time a signal is above or below a trigger level.

Measuring Pulse Width

Measuring the duration of a high or low signal within a given period.

Chapter 4 Using Memory & Communications Features (Model 89)

Types of Memory

Overview of saved readings and logged readings memory types.

Viewing Memory Data

Procedure to view saved and logged readings stored in memory.

Clearing Memory

Methods to clear saved and logged readings memory.

Chapter 5 Changing the Default Settings

Selecting Setup Options

How to enter and navigate the meter's setup menu.

Adjusting the Temperature Offset

Procedure to set an offset for the temperature probe for accurate readings.

Selecting Display Resolution (3 1/2 or 4 1/2 Digits)

Choosing between lower resolution/faster or higher resolution/slower display modes.

Setting the 24-Hour Clock

How to set the 24-hour clock for time stamps and elapsed time.

Returning to Factory Defaults

Restoring all setup options to their original factory settings.

Chapter 6 Maintenance

General Maintenance

Routine cleaning of the meter case and terminals.

Testing the Fuses

Procedure to test fuses before measuring current.

Replacing the Batteries

Step-by-step guide to replace the meter's four AA batteries.

In Case of Difficulty

Troubleshooting steps if the meter does not seem to work properly.

Chapter 7 Specifications

Safety and Compliances

Information on safety standards, voltage ratings, and certifications.

Physical Specifications

Details on display, operating temperature, size, weight, and warranty.

Feature Summary

A list of key features and their descriptions for the multimeter.

Detailed Accuracy Specifications

Specific accuracy details for various functions and ranges.

Input Characteristics

Information on input impedance, rejection ratios, and current characteristics.

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