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Greenlee DM-45 User Manual

Greenlee DM-45
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DM-45
Digital Multimeter
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Greenlee DM-45 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BacklightYes
Product typeDigital multimeter
AC current range0 - 10 A
DC voltage range0 - 600 V
Resistance range1 - 40000000 Ω
Carrying caseNo

Summary

Introduction and Description

Product Overview

General overview of the DM-45 Digital Multimeter and its measurement capabilities.

Safety Importance

Emphasizes the essential nature of safety in using and maintaining Greenlee tools.

Manual Objective

To familiarize personnel with the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the DM-45.

Important Safety Information

Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words

Explains the safety alert symbol and signal words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) for hazard severity.

General Operational Safety

Warning to read and understand the manual before operating the equipment for safe use.

Live Circuit Hazard

Critical warning about severe injury or death risk from contact with live circuits.

Environmental and Physical Safety

Precautions against moisture, wet conditions, and using damaged units.

Test Lead and Accessory Safety

Guidelines for using appropriate, inspected test leads and maintaining insulation.

Measurement Category Safety Standards

Information on test lead standards and probe tip length limits for safety categories.

Voltage and Terminal Safety

Warning to avoid exceeding rated voltage between terminals or ground.

Uninsulated Part Contact Warning

Caution against touching uninsulated test lead tips or accessory parts.

Fuse Integrity for Protection

Importance of using correct fuses for overvoltage protection; using others voids ratings.

Pre-Measurement Safety Checks

Ensure power is off, capacitors discharged, and leads correctly connected before measuring.

Electromagnetic Interference Effects

Warning that EMI can cause unstable or inaccurate readings.

Function Change During Measurement

Precaution against changing measurement function while leads are connected to a circuit.

Repair and Environmental Hazards

Do not attempt repairs; avoid extreme temperatures and humidity.

Meter Identification

Component Identification

Identifies key parts of the multimeter like display, buttons, and terminals.

Display Icons Explained

Explains the meaning of various icons shown on the multimeter's LCD screen.

Unit Symbols Defined

Defines symbols found on the multimeter unit, such as warnings and indicators.

Using the Features

Range Selection

How to enter manual ranging mode, step through ranges, and return to auto ranging.

Hz/% Function

How to toggle between frequency and duty cycle functions when the selector is on Hz/%

REL and HOLD Functions

How to use Relative Zero and Data Hold functions for measurements.

Backlight and Power Off Features

How to operate the backlight and the automatic power off feature.

Using the Test Leads

Test Lead Safety Standards

Compliance with IEC/UL/CSA standards and probe tip length limits for safety categories.

Test Lead Cap Usage

Requirement to use the cap for measurement categories III or IV, and its removal for I or II.

Operation

Basic Operation Steps

General steps for operating the multimeter, including settings, connections, and testing.

Troubleshooting Operation Issues

Advice on replacing battery/fuses if the unit doesn't function as expected.

Operation Settings

Settings Table Reference

Guide to using the settings table for correct measurement setup and connections.

Typical Measurements

AC Voltage Measurement

Illustrates and explains how to perform an AC voltage measurement.

DC Voltage Measurement

Illustrates and explains how to perform a DC voltage measurement.

Current Measurement

Illustrates and explains how to perform a current measurement.

Typical Measurements Details

Resistance Measurement

Illustrates and explains how to perform a resistance measurement.

Continuity Check

Illustrates and explains how to perform a continuity check.

Capacitance Measurement

Illustrates and explains how to perform a capacitance measurement.

Diode Measurement

Illustrates and explains how to perform a diode test.

Typical Measurements Examples

Temperature Measurement

Illustrates and explains how to perform a temperature measurement.

Accuracy Specifications

AC Voltage Accuracy Specs

Detailed accuracy figures for AC voltage measurements across various ranges.

DC Voltage Accuracy Specs

Detailed accuracy figures for DC voltage measurements across various ranges.

Resistance Accuracy Specs

Detailed accuracy figures for resistance measurements across various ranges.

Diode and Continuity Accuracy

Accuracy details for diode testing and continuity tone threshold.

Accuracy Specifications Details

AC Current Accuracy Specs

Detailed accuracy figures for AC current measurements, including burden voltage.

DC Current Accuracy Specs

Detailed accuracy figures for DC current measurements, including burden voltage.

Frequency and Duty Cycle Accuracy

Accuracy figures for frequency and duty cycle measurements.

Accuracy Specifications Summary

Capacitance Accuracy Specs

Detailed accuracy figures for capacitance measurements, including compensation notes.

Temperature Accuracy Specs

Detailed accuracy figures for temperature measurements in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

Technical Specifications

Display and Performance Specs

Details on display, sampling rate, and temperature coefficient affecting accuracy.

Operating and Storage Conditions

Recommended environmental conditions for operation and storage.

Safety Features and Ratings

Information on battery, overload protection, and overvoltage category.

Compliance Standards

Lists electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards met by the multimeter.

Measurement Categories

Category I Definition

Definition of Measurement Category I, related to signal levels and transient protection.

Category II Definition

Definition of Measurement Category II, related to local power circuits and appliances.

Category III Definition

Definition of Measurement Category III, related to distribution level circuits.

Category IV Definition

Definition of Measurement Category IV, related to primary supply level circuits.

Statement of Conformity

Quality Management Certification

Certification of Greenlee Textron Inc. in accordance with ISO 9001.

Calibration Traceability

Statement on instrument calibration being traceable to NIST standards.

Maintenance

Pre-Maintenance Safety Procedures

Essential safety steps before performing any maintenance on the unit.

Battery and Fuse Replacement

Instructions for safely replacing the battery and fuses, including safety warnings.

Unit Cleaning Guide

Proper methods for cleaning the multimeter's case using mild cleaning agents.

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