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Printed in China All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. ® 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Users Manual PN 2729710 October 2006 © 2006 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved.
Printed in China All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. ® 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Users Manual PN 2729710 October 2006 © 2006 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved.
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Display Features 5 List of Tables Table Title Page 1. 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Features 4 2. Ground Resistance Measurement Principles 7 4. Alarm Functions 9 6. Setting the Sampling Interval 11 7. Ground Leakage Current Measurement 8 5. Display Features 5 3. Stored Data Display 12 iii List of Figures Figure Title Page 1. 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Features 4 2.
Display Features 5 List of Tables Table Title Page 1. 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Features 4 2. Ground Resistance Measurement Principles 7 4. Alarm Functions 9 6. Setting the Sampling Interval 11 7. Ground Leakage Current Measurement 8 5. Display Features 5 3. Stored Data Display 12 iii List of Figures Figure Title Page 1. 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Features 4 2.
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... used in the following standard accessories are provided with the Clamp: 1 9-V alkaline battery (type IEC 6F22, NEDA 1604 installed) 1 Resistance test/check loop 1 1630 Users Manual 1 Carrying Case 1 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Introduction The Fluke 1630 Earth Ground Clamp (hereafter called the "the Clamp") is a hand-held battery-operated clamp that measures the ground resistance of lightning protection systems Standard Accessories The following applications...
... used in the following standard accessories are provided with the Clamp: 1 9-V alkaline battery (type IEC 6F22, NEDA 1604 installed) 1 Resistance test/check loop 1 1630 Users Manual 1 Carrying Case 1 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Introduction The Fluke 1630 Earth Ground Clamp (hereafter called the "the Clamp") is a hand-held battery-operated clamp that measures the ground resistance of lightning protection systems Standard Accessories The following applications...
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...look for cracks or missing portions of the 1630 Earth Ground Clamp, follow these instructions: • Read the operating instructions before use and follow all safety instructions. • Use the Clamp only as specified in the operating instructions, otherwise the Clamp's safety features may not protect you. ...to the insulation surrounding the jaws. • Never use , inspect the Clamp. 1630 Users Manual Contacting Fluke To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone numbers: USA: 1-888-44-FLUKE Canada: 1-800-363-FLUKE Europe: +31 402-675-200 Japan: +81-3-3434-0181 Singapore: +...
...look for cracks or missing portions of the 1630 Earth Ground Clamp, follow these instructions: • Read the operating instructions before use and follow all safety instructions. • Use the Clamp only as specified in the operating instructions, otherwise the Clamp's safety features may not protect you. ...to the insulation surrounding the jaws. • Never use , inspect the Clamp. 1630 Users Manual Contacting Fluke To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone numbers: USA: 1-888-44-FLUKE Canada: 1-800-363-FLUKE Europe: +31 402-675-200 Japan: +81-3-3434-0181 Singapore: +...
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Such voltages pose a shock hazard. Contact Fluke or a qualified recycler for disposal. ) Complies with voltages above 60 V dc or 30 V ac. Double insulation Battery Conforms to protect against transients from ...of electric shock. Contact with the conductor could result in electric shock. • Use caution when working around bare conductors or busbars. Hazardous voltage. Earth Ground Clamp Symbols • CAT II equipment is designed to protect against transients in equipment in fixed-equipment installations, such as unsorted municipal waste. Important information. ...
Such voltages pose a shock hazard. Contact Fluke or a qualified recycler for disposal. ) Complies with voltages above 60 V dc or 30 V ac. Double insulation Battery Conforms to protect against transients from ...of electric shock. Contact with the conductor could result in electric shock. • Use caution when working around bare conductors or busbars. Hazardous voltage. Earth Ground Clamp Symbols • CAT II equipment is designed to protect against transients in equipment in fixed-equipment installations, such as unsorted municipal waste. Important information. ...
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.... D LCD E REC button. F Down arrow used to increment value. G Up arrow used to become more familiar with the Clamp's features. 1 1630 EARTH GROUND CLAMP HOLD 2 OFF mA A 3 7 CAT 300 V 4 9 FUNC REC 5 8 6 Figure 1. 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Features Table 1. 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Features eht01f.eps Number Description A Jaws. Used to start data logging. C Rotary Switch for power on and function selection. Press to...
.... D LCD E REC button. F Down arrow used to increment value. G Up arrow used to become more familiar with the Clamp's features. 1 1630 EARTH GROUND CLAMP HOLD 2 OFF mA A 3 7 CAT 300 V 4 9 FUNC REC 5 8 6 Figure 1. 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Features Table 1. 1630 Earth Ground Clamp Features eht01f.eps Number Description A Jaws. Used to start data logging. C Rotary Switch for power on and function selection. Press to...
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... the alarm function. C Indicates data logging is not closed properly. This symbol appears on the display. G Indicates the rotary switch is in ground electrode or ground rod. the batteries are low and need to 6 minutes. Earth Ground Clamp Getting Acquainted with decimal point. NOISE H 8 2 1 A P 9 10 m A 11 Figure 2. Display Features eht02f.eps Number Description A Indicates the...
... the alarm function. C Indicates data logging is not closed properly. This symbol appears on the display. G Indicates the rotary switch is in ground electrode or ground rod. the batteries are low and need to 6 minutes. Earth Ground Clamp Getting Acquainted with decimal point. NOISE H 8 2 1 A P 9 10 m A 11 Figure 2. Display Features eht02f.eps Number Description A Indicates the...
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Ground Resistance Measurement Principles eht03f.eps 7 Ground resistance measurements principle: Earth Ground Clamp Using the Clamp 1630 OFF mA A 30C0AVT FUNC REC EARTH GROUND CLAMP HOLD Rg Equivalent circuit diagram: 1630 EARTH GROUND CLAMP R1 R2 R1 R2 R3 .....Rn .....Rn HOLD mA A OFF CA3T00 V REC FUNC Rg 1630 HOLD mA A OFF CA3T00 V EARTH GROUND CLAMP Rg REC FUNC Figure 3.
Ground Resistance Measurement Principles eht03f.eps 7 Ground resistance measurements principle: Earth Ground Clamp Using the Clamp 1630 OFF mA A 30C0AVT FUNC REC EARTH GROUND CLAMP HOLD Rg Equivalent circuit diagram: 1630 EARTH GROUND CLAMP R1 R2 R1 R2 R3 .....Rn .....Rn HOLD mA A OFF CA3T00 V REC FUNC Rg 1630 HOLD mA A OFF CA3T00 V EARTH GROUND CLAMP Rg REC FUNC Figure 3.
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... to quickly increment/decrement to increment/decrement the value by 1 Ω. When the rotary switch is larger than the LO value, the Clamp will appear on the display. appears in the upper display. Alarm Functions eht06.eps 9 The value can be incremented or decremented from 0...; to the U position, the Clamp compares the current value with the high and low values. The current value of the other functions. Figure 5 shows alarm function displays. 2. If the current measurement is set to 1510 Ω and then OL. Earth Ground Clamp Memory and Alarm Functions Memory and Alarm...
... to quickly increment/decrement to increment/decrement the value by 1 Ω. When the rotary switch is larger than the LO value, the Clamp will appear on the display. appears in the upper display. Alarm Functions eht06.eps 9 The value can be incremented or decremented from 0...; to the U position, the Clamp compares the current value with the high and low values. The current value of the other functions. Figure 5 shows alarm function displays. 2. If the current measurement is set to 1510 Ω and then OL. Earth Ground Clamp Memory and Alarm Functions Memory and Alarm...
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Data is recorded at 0 seconds, only one data point is set at the sampling interval you press the R button again. To record the next data point press the REC button again. Setting the Sampling Interval eht07f.eps Logging Data 1. Note If the sampling interval is recorded. The memory location is full, the Clamp detects a low battery, or you specified. Data logging will stop when memory is also displayed for about 1 second. 11 REC appears in the upper display. 2. Earth Ground Clamp Memory and Alarm Functions Figure 6. Press R;
Data is recorded at 0 seconds, only one data point is set at the sampling interval you press the R button again. To record the next data point press the REC button again. Setting the Sampling Interval eht07f.eps Logging Data 1. Note If the sampling interval is recorded. The memory location is full, the Clamp detects a low battery, or you specified. Data logging will stop when memory is also displayed for about 1 second. 11 REC appears in the upper display. 2. Earth Ground Clamp Memory and Alarm Functions Figure 6. Press R;
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Replace the battery with the plastics used in the Clamp. Replacing the Battery XWWarning To avoid false readings that could lead to OFF. 2. These solutions will react with a new 9-V battery. 6. Turn the rotary switch to ... mild detergent. Remove the old battery. 5. Use a Phillips screw driver to remove the bottom case screws. 3. Install the bottom case and tighten the screws. 13 Earth Ground Clamp Maintenance Cleaning the Clamp WCaution To avoid damaging the Clamp, do not use aromatic hydrocarbons or chlorinated solvents for cleaning. To replace the battery: 1.
Replace the battery with the plastics used in the Clamp. Replacing the Battery XWWarning To avoid false readings that could lead to OFF. 2. These solutions will react with a new 9-V battery. 6. Turn the rotary switch to ... mild detergent. Remove the old battery. 5. Use a Phillips screw driver to remove the bottom case screws. 3. Install the bottom case and tighten the screws. 13 Earth Ground Clamp Maintenance Cleaning the Clamp WCaution To avoid damaging the Clamp, do not use aromatic hydrocarbons or chlorinated solvents for cleaning. To replace the battery: 1.
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... mA Autorange 50/60 Hz, True rms, crest factor CF Earth Ground Clamp Specifications Ground Loop Resistance Range Accuracy [1] (± % of reading + Ω) 0.025 to 0.250 Ω ± 1.5 % + 0.02 Ω 0.250 to 1.000 Ω ± 1.5 % + 0.002 Ω 1.000 to 9.999 ...
... mA Autorange 50/60 Hz, True rms, crest factor CF Earth Ground Clamp Specifications Ground Loop Resistance Range Accuracy [1] (± % of reading + Ω) 0.025 to 0.250 Ω ± 1.5 % + 0.02 Ω 0.250 to 1.000 Ω ± 1.5 % + 0.002 Ω 1.000 to 9.999 ...