® 114, 115, and 117 True-rms Multimeters Users Manual Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.
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True-rms Multimeters Introduction The Fluke Model 114, Model 115, and Model 117 are battery-powered, true-rms multimeters (hereafter "the Meter") with a 6000-count display and a bar graph. This manual applies to all three models. All figures show the Model 117. These meters meet CAT III IEC 61010-1 2nd Edition standards. The IEC 61010-1 2nd Edition safety standard defines four measurement categories (CAT I to IV) based on the magnitude of danger from transient impulses.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Safety Information A "XWWarning" statement identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause bodily harm or death. A "WCaution" statement identifies conditions and actions that could damage the Meter or the equipment under test. To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, follow these guidelines: • Use the Meter only as specified in this manual or the protection provided by the Meter might be impaired.
True-rms Multimeters Safety Information • • • • • • Comply with local and national safety requirements when working in hazardous locations. Use proper protective equipment, as required by local or national authorities when working in hazardous areas. Avoid working alone. Use only the replacement fuse specified or the protection may be impaired. Check the test leads for continuity before use. Do not use if the readings are high or noisy.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Display 8 VoltAlert 6 7 5 9 4 10 11 3 2 12 1 16 14 15 17 13 18 edy02f.eps No. A Symbol w B 4 Meaning The Meter is in the VoltAlert™ non-contact voltage detect mode. Model 117 s The Meter function is set to Continuity. 114, 115, & 117 C R The Meter function is set to Diode Test 115 & 117 D O Input is a negative value. 114, 115, & 117 E Y X Unsafe voltage. Measured input voltage ≥30 V, or voltage overload condition (OL).
True-rms Multimeters Display F K G H M VWX (Red LED) I LoZ J K nµF mVµA MkΩ kHz DC AC Display hold enabled. Display freezes present reading. 114, 115, & 117 MIN MAX AVG mode enabled. Maximum, minimum, average or present reading displayed Voltage presence through the non-contact VoltAlert sensor 117 The Meter is measuring voltage or capacitance with a low input impedance. 114, 115 & 117 Measurement units.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Terminals 1 A COM V 3 10 A FUSED 2 edy01f.eps No. Description A B Input terminal for measuring ac and dc current to 10 A. Common (return) terminal for all measurements. 115 & 117 114, 115, & 117 C Input terminal for measuring voltage, continuity, resistance, capacitance, frequency and testing diodes. 114, 115, & 117 bAtt CAL Err EEPr Err F11 Err 6 Model Error Messages Battery must be replaced before the Meter will operate. Calibration required.
True-rms Multimeters Rotary Switch Positions Rotary Switch Positions Switch Measurement Function Position Automatically selects ac or dc volts based on the sensed input with a low x impedance input. AC voltage from 0.06 to 600 V. e Hz (button) Frequency from 5 Hz to 50 kHz. D l Ω s R S j Hz (button) I w DC voltage from .001 V to 600 V. AC voltage from 6.0 to 600 mV, dc-coupled. DC voltage from 0.1 to 600 mV. Model 114 & 117 114, 115 & 117 115 & 117 114, 115 & 117 114, 115 & 117 Ohms from 0.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Battery Saver ("Sleep Mode") The Meter automatically enters "Sleep mode" and blanks the display if there is no function change, range change, or button press for 20 minutes. Pressing any button or turning the rotary switch awakens the Meter. To disable the Sleep mode, hold down the g button while turning the Meter on. The Sleep mode is always disabled in the MIN MAX AVG mode.
True-rms Multimeters Power-Up Options When you turn the Meter on, it defaults to Autorange and Auto is displayed. 1. To enter the Manual Range mode, press q. Manual is displayed. 2. In the Manual Range mode, press qto increment the range. After the highest range, the Meter wraps to the lowest range. Note You cannot manually change the range in the MIN MAX AVG or Display HOLD modes.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Testing for Continuity Measuring Resistance edy06f.eps edy04f.eps XWWarning To avoid electric shock, injury, or damage to the Meter, disconnect circuit power and discharge all highvoltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, diodes, or capacitance. 10 Note The continuity function works best as a fast, convenient method to check for opens and shorts. For maximum accuracy in making resistance measurements, use the Meter’s resistance (e) function.
True-rms Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Measuring AC and DC Voltage Volts AC Volts DC This function also sets the Meter’s input impedance to approximately 3 kΩ to reduce the possibility of false readings due to ghost voltages. Measuring AC and DC Millivolts Millivolts AC Millivolts DC V DC edy03f.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Measuring AC or DC Current (115 & 117) XWWarning To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter: • • • • Never attempt to make an in-circuit current measurement when the opencircuit potential to earth is >600 V. Check the Meter's fuse before testing. (See “Testing the Fuse”) Use the proper terminals, switch position, and range for your measurement. Never place the probes in parallel with a circuit or component when the leads are plugged into the A (Amps) terminals.
True-rms Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Measuring Current above 10 Amps The millivolt and voltage function of the Meter can be used with an optional mV/A output Current Probe to measure currents that exceed the rating of the Meter. Make sure the Meter has the correct function selected, AC or DC, for your current probe. Refer to a Fluke catalog or contact your local Fluke representative for compatible current clamps. Measuring Capacitance (115 & 117 only) edy05f.eps edy14f.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Measuring Frequency (115 & 117 only) XWWarning To avoid electrical shock, disregard the bar graph for frequencies >1 kHz. If the frequency of the measured signal is >1 kHz, the bar graph and Z are unspecified. AC Voltage Frequency AC Current Frequency Press g to turn the frequency measurement function on and off. Frequency works with ac functions only. In frequency, the bar graph and range annunciator indicate the ac voltage or current present.
True-rms Multimeters Making Basic Measurements To detect the presence of ac voltage, place the top of the Meter close to a conductor. The Meter gives an audible as well as visual indication when voltage is detected. There are two sensitivity settings. The “Lo” setting can be used on flush mounted wall sockets, power strips, flush mounted industrial outlets and various power cords.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Using the Bargraph The bar graph is like the needle on an analog meter. It has an overload indicator (>) to the right and a polarity indicator (+)to the left. Because the bar graph is much faster than the digital display, the bar graph is useful for making peak and null adjustments. The bar graph is disabled when measuring capacitance. In frequency, the bar graph and range annunciator indicates the underlying voltage or current up to 1 kHz.
True-rms Multimeters Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance of the Meter consists of battery and fuse replacement, as well as case cleaning. Replacing the Battery and Fuse XWWarning To avoid shock, injury, or damage to the Meter: • Remove test leads from the Meter before opening the case or battery door. • Use ONLY a fuse with the amperage, interrupt voltage, and speed ratings specified. To remove the battery door for battery replacement: 1. Remove the test leads from the Meter 2.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual To open the case for fuse replacement: 1. Remove the test leads from the Meter 2. Remove the Meter from its holster. 3. Remove two screws from the case bottom. 4. Separate the case bottom from the case top. 5. Remove the fuse from its holder and replace it with an 11 A, 1000 V, FAST fuse having a minimum interrupt rating of 17,000 A. Use only Fluke PN 803293. 6. To re-assemble the Meter, first attach the case bottom to the case top, then install the two screws.
True-rms Multimeters General Specifications General Specifications Accuracy is specified for 1 year after calibration, at operating temperatures of 18 °C to 28 °C, with relative humidity at 0 % to 90 %. Maximum voltage between any terminal and earth ground ...................................... 600 V Surge Protection ..................................................... 6 kV peak per IEC 61010-1 600V CAT III, Pollution Degree 2 W Fuse for A input (115 & 117 only): ....................
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Certifications ............................................................UL, P, CSA, TÜV, ; (N10140), VDE IP Rating (dust and water protection) ......................... IP42 Table 1. Accuracy Specifications Function Range Resolution Accuracy ± ([% of Reading] + [Counts]) Model DC millivolts 600.0 mV 0.1 mV 0.5 % + 2 114, 115, 117 DC Volts 6.000 V 60.00 V 600.0 V 0.001 V 0.01 V 0.1 V 0.5 % + 2 114, 115, 117 [1] Auto-V LoZ True-rms 600.0 V 0.
True-rms Multimeters General Specifications Table 1 Accuracy Specifications (cont.) Function Range Resolution Accuracy ± ([% of Reading] + [Counts]) Beeper on < 20 Ω, off > 250 Ω; detects opens or shorts of 500 μs or longer. Model 114, 115, 117 Continuity 600 Ω 1Ω Ohms 600.0 Ω 6.000 kΩ 60.00 kΩ 600.0 kΩ 6.000 MΩ 40.00 MΩ 0.1 Ω 0.001 kΩ 0.01 kΩ 0.1 kΩ 0.001 MΩ 0.01 MΩ 0.9 % + 2 0.9 % + 1 0.9 % + 1 0.9 % + 1 0.9 % + 1 5%+2 Diode test 2.000 V 0.001 V 0.
114, 115, and 117 Users Manual Table 1 Accuracy Specifications (cont.) Function Range Resolution 6.000 A AC Amps True10.00 A[3] rms[1] 20 A for 30 seconds max., (45 Hz to 500 Hz) 10 minutes rest min. 0.001 A 0.01 A DC Amps 6.000 A 10.00 A[3] 20 A for 30 seconds max., 10 minutes rest min. 0.001 A 0.01 A Hz (V or A input)[2] 99.99 Hz 999.9 Hz 9.999 kHz 50.00 kHz 0.01 Hz 0.1 Hz 0.001 kHz 0.01 kHz Accuracy ± ([% of Reading] + [Counts]) Model 1.5 % + 3 115, 117 1.0 % + 3 115, 117 0.
True-rms Multimeters General Specifications Table 2. Input Characteristics Function Volts AC Volts DC Auto-V LoZ Ohms Diode Test Input Impedance (Nominal) Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 kΩ Unbalanced) >5 MΩ <100 pF >60 dB at dc, 50 or 60 Hz >10 MΩ <100 pF >100 dB at dc, 50 or 60 Hz ~3 kΩ <500 pF >60 dB at dc, 50 or 60 Hz Open Circuit Test Voltage Full Scale Voltage <2.7 V dc <2.7 V dc To 6.0 MΩ 40 MΩ <0.7 V dc <0.9 V dc 2.
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