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User Manual - Page 1
All product names are subject to change without notice. Specifications are trademarks of their respective companies. All rights reserved. Printed in USA. Models 175, 177 & 179
True RMS Multimeters
Users Manual
May 2003 Rev. 1, 10/08 © 2003-2008 Fluke Corporation.
User Manual - Page 2
... unenforceable by use outside of the product's specifications, or normal wear and tear of a defective product purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet and at the applicable international price.
NO OTHER WARRANTIES, SUCH AS FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. If any non-warranty repair, Fluke will replace the LCD for a fee based on http...
User Manual - Page 3
... AC and DC Voltage 6 Measuring Resistance ...6 Measuring Capacitance...6 Testing for Continuity...7 Measuring Temperature (Model 179 Only 7 Testing Diodes...7 Measuring AC or DC Current 8 Understanding AC Zero Input Behavior of True RMS Meters 8 Measuring Frequency...9 Using the Bar Graph ...9 Cleaning...10 Testing the Fuses ...10 Replacing the Battery and Fuses 10 Specifications...11
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User Manual - Page 4
... leads if they appear damaged, or if the Meter is not operating properly.
Meter in this manual or the protection provided by TÜV (Technischer Überwachungs Verein) Product Services
! XW Warning. These voltages pose a shock hazard.
⇒ Replace the battery as soon as the low battery indicator ( b ) appears.
⇒ Disconnect circuit power and...
User Manual - Page 5
... are designed to or from the primary supply level (overhead or underground utility service). Models 175, 177 & 179
True RMS Multimeters
"Warning" and "Caution" Statements
A "XW Warning" identifies...models. The Fluke Model 175, Model 177, and Model 179 are in fixed-equipment installations at http://register.fluke.com. These meters meet CAT III and CAT IV IEC 61010 standards.
This manual...
User Manual - Page 6
...) measurements.
E
Farads from 2 Hz to 50 MΩ.
Hz
Frequency from 1 nF to 99.99 kHz.
Hz Frequency from 2 Hz to 9999 μF.
Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual
Battery Saver ("Sleep Mode")
The Meter enters the "Sleep mode" and blanks the display if there is always disabled in the MIN MAX AVG mode...
User Manual - Page 7
... Displayed when the rotary switch is enabled. bAtt
diSC
EEPr Err CAL Err OPEn
Error Messages Replace the battery immediately. Have Meter serviced. Display
freezes present reading. In MIN MAX AVG mode, MIN MAX
AVG recording is...Analog display.
12 Auto Range
The Meter selects the range with the best resolution. Manual Range The user selects the range.
13 ±
Bar graph polarity.
14 0L ...
User Manual - Page 8
... turns off .
Display Backlight (Model 177 and 179 Only) Press S to toggle the backlight on a rotary switch setting, e.g., to select DC mA, DC A, Hz, temperature (Model 179 only), capacitance, diode test.
... readings, press MIN MAX for 1 second or turn the rotary switch. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual
MIN MAX AVG Recording Mode
The MIN MAX AVG recording mode captures the ...
User Manual - Page 9
...Manual... mL switch position displays the model number. To enter the Manual Range mode, press RANGE. The...displays the software version number. Manual Range is turned OFF. Note
You cannot manually change the range in MIN MAX...to increment the range.
Manual Ranging and Autoranging
The Meter has both Manual range and Autorange modes.... resolution.
⇒ In the Manual Range mode, you turn the...
User Manual - Page 10
... Warning
To avoid electric shock, injury, or damage to the circuit or device, connect the common (COM) test lead before removing the common test lead. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual
Making Basic Measurements
The figures on the following pages show how to make basic measurements.
User Manual - Page 11
... MINMAX RANGE
HOLD MINMAX RANGE
Testing Diodes Good Diode
HOLD MINMAX RANGE
True RMS Multimeters Making Basic Measurements
Good Diode
HOLD MINMAX RANGE
Measuring Temperature (Model 179 Only)
AIK06F.EPS
HOLD MIN MAX RANGE
RANGE
Vent or
80BK-A Integrated Pipe Type K DMM
Temperature Probe
XW Warning: Do not connect 80BK-A to live...
User Manual - Page 12
... not affect the specified AC accuracy above 5% of 60 mA AC, or 3 mA AC
HOLD MINMAX RANGE
DC mA
+ +
A
CAT CAT
AIK08F.EPS
8 Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual
Measuring AC or DC Current
XW Warning
To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter: • Never attempt to make a measurement.
Understanding AC...
User Manual - Page 14
HOLD MINMAX RANGE
440 mA
11 A Testing the Fuses
XW Warning To avoid electrical shock or injury, remove the test leads and any input signals before replacing the fuse. Test fuses as shown below. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual
Cleaning
Wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
Dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect readings.
User Manual - Page 16
...full scale) typical, for crest factors up to 1000 μF, the measurement accuracy is 1.2 % + 2 for measurements to 3.
4. In the 9999 μF range for all models. 5. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual
Function
Range 1
Resolution
Accuracy ±( [ % of ≤ 3 at full scale up to 600 mA overload.
7. > 10A unspecified.
1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 10 % typical
1.5 % + 3
12...
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