Extech Instruments Extech 470 User manual

User's Guide

True RMS Multimeter

plus IR Thermometer

Extech 470

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Extech 470 (part number EX470) True RMS Autoranging

Multimeter plus IR Thermometer. This meter measures AC/DC Voltage, AC/DC Current, Resistance,

Capacitance, Frequency, Duty Cycle, Diode Test, and Continuity plus Thermocouple and Non-Contact

IR Temperature. Proper use and care of this meter will provide many years of reliable service.

Safety

International Safety Symbols

This symbol, adjacent to another symbol or terminal, indicates the user must refer to the

manual for further information.

This symbol, adjacent to a terminal, indicates that, under normal use, hazardous voltages

may be present

Double insulation

This WARNING symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

This CAUTION symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not

avoided, may result damage to the product.

This symbol advises the user that the terminal(s) so marked must not be

connected to a circuit point at which the voltage with respect to earth ground

exceeds (in this case) 600 VAC or VDC.

This symbol indicates there is a potential hazard from a laser light source.

WARNING

CAUTION

MAX

600V

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CAUTIONS

Improper use of this meter can cause damage, shock, injury or death. Read and understand

this user manual before operating the meter.

Always remove the test leads before replacing the battery or fuses.

Inspect the condition of the test leads and the meter itself for any damage before operating the

meter. Repair or replace any damage before use.

Use great care when making measurements if the voltages are greater than 25VAC rms or

35VDC. These voltages are considered a shock hazard.

Always discharge capacitors and remove power from the device under test before performing

Diode, Resistance or Continuity tests.

Voltage checks on electrical outlets can be difficult and misleading because of the uncertainty

of connection to the recessed electrical contacts. Other means should be used to ensure that

the terminals are not "live".

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided

by the equipment may be impaired.

This device is not a toy and must not reach children’s hands. It contains hazardous objects as

well as small parts that the children could swallow. In case a child swallows any of them,

please contact a physician immediately

Do not leave batteries and packing material lying around unattended; they can be dangerous

for children if they use them as toys

In case the device is going to be unused for an extended period of time, remove the batteries

to prevent them from training

Expired or damaged batteries can cause cauterization on contact with the skin. Always,

therefore, use suitable hand gloves in such cases

See that the batteries are not short-circuited. Do not throw batteries into the fire.

Do not directly view or direct the laser pointer at an eye. Low power visible lasers do not

normally present a hazard, but may present some potential for hazard if viewed directly for

extended periods of time

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OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III

This meter meets the IEC 610-1-2001 standard for OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III. Cat III meters are

protected against overvoltage transients in fixed installation at the distribution level. Examples include

switches in the fixed installation and some equipment for industrial use with permanent connection to

the fixed installation.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This meter has been designed for safe use, but must be operated with caution. The rules listed below

must be carefully followed for safe operation.

1. NEVER apply voltage or current to the meter that exceeds the specified maximum:

Input Protection Limits

Function Maximum Input

V DC or V AC 1000VDC/750AC, 200Vrms on 400mV range

mA AC/DC 500mA 250V fast acting fuse

A AC/DC 20A 250V fast acting fuse(30 seconds max every 15

minutes)

Frequency, Resistance, Capacitance,

Duty Cycle, Diode Test, Continuity

250Vrms for 15sec max

Temperature 60V DC/24V AC

2. USE EXTREME CAUTION when working with high voltages.

3. DO NOT measure voltage if the voltage on the "COM" input jack exceeds 600V above earth

ground.

4. NEVER connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the function switch is in the

current, resistance, or diode mode. Doing so can damage the meter.

5. ALWAYS discharge filter capacitors in power supplies and disconnect the power when making

resistance or diode tests.

6. ALWAYS turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before opening the covers to replace

the fuse or batteries.

7. NEVER operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery and fuse covers are in place

and fastened securely.

8. NEVER look directly at the laser light source or aim the pointer at an eye.

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Controls and Jacks

1. IR Thermometer and laser pointer

2. 4000 count LCD display

3. HOLD and Backlight button

4. SELECT button

5. Function switch

6. mA, uA and A input jacks

7. COM input jack

8. Positive input jack

9. RANGE hold button

10. RELATIVE button

11. Laser pointer button

12. Protective holster

Note: Tilt stand and battery compartment are on rear of unit.

Symbols and Annunciators

•))) Continuity

Diode test

Laser pointer

Battery status

Test lead connection

error

n nano (10-9) (capacitance)

µ micro (10-6) (amps, cap)

m milli (10-3) (volts, amps) A Amps

k kilo (103) (ohms) F Farads (capacitance)

M mega (106) (ohms)  Ohms

Hz Hertz (frequency) V Volts

% Percent (duty ratio) REL Relative

AC Alternating current AUTO Autoranging

DC Direct current HOLD Display hold

ºF Degrees Fahrenheit ºC Degrees Centigrade

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Operating Instructions

WARNING: Risk of electrocution. High-voltage circuits, both AC and DC, are very dangerous and

should be measured with great care.

1. ALWAYS turn the function switch to the OFF position when the meter is not in use.

2. If “OL” appears in the display during a measurement, the value exceeds the range you have

selected. Change to a higher range.

NOTE: On some low AC and DC voltage ranges, with the test leads not connected to a device, the

display may show a random, changing reading. This response is normal and is caused by the high-

input sensitivity. The reading will stabilize and give a proper measurement when connected to a

circuit.

DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS

CAUTION: Do not measure DC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched ON or OFF.

Large voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter.

1. Set the function switch to the green V position.

2. Press the SELECT button to indicate “DC” on the display.

3. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.

Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive Vjack.

4. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit.

Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.

5. Read the voltage in the display.

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AC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS

WARNING: Risk of Electrocution. The probe tips may not be long enough to contact the live parts

inside some 240V outlets for appliances because the contacts are recessed deep in the outlets. As

a result, the reading may show 0 volts when the outlet actually has voltage on it. Make sure the

probe tips are touching the metal contacts inside the outlet before assuming that no voltage is

present.

CAUTION: Do not measure AC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched ON or OFF.

Large voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter.

1. Set the function switch to the green V position.

2. Press the SELECT button to indicate “AC” on the display.

3. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.

Insert red test lead banana plug into the positive Vjack.

4. Touch the black test probe tip to the neutral side of the circuit.

Touch the red test probe tip to the “hot” side of the circuit.

5. Read the voltage in the display.

DC CURRENT MEASUREMENTS

CAUTION: Do not make current measurements on the 20A scale for

longer than 30 seconds. Exceeding 30 seconds may cause damage to the meter and/or the test

leads.

1. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.

2. For current measurements up to 4000µA DC, set the function

switch to the yellow µA position and insert the red test lead

banana plug into the µA/mA jack.

3. For current measurements up to 400mA DC, set the function

switch to the yellow mA position and insert the red test lead

banana plug into the µA/mA jack.

4. For current measurements up to 20A DC, set the function switch

to the yellow A range and insert the red test lead banana plug into

the Ajack.

5. Press the SELECT button to indicate “DC” on the display.

6. Remove power from the circuit under test, then open up the circuit

at the point where you wish to measure current.

7. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit.

Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.

8. Apply power to the circuit.

9. Read the current in the display.

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AC CURRENT MEASUREMENTS

CAUTION: Do not make current measurements on the 20A scale for longer than 30 seconds.

Exceeding 30 seconds may cause damage to the meter and/or the test leads.

1. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.

2. For current measurements up to 4000µA AC, set the function

switch to the yellow µA position and insert the red test lead

banana plug into the µA/mA jack.

3. For current measurements up to 400mA AC, set the function

switch to the yellow mA position and insert the red test lead

banana plug into the µA/mA jack.

4. For current measurements up to 20A AC, set the function switch

to the yellow A range and insert the red test lead banana plug into

the Ajack.

5. Press the SELECT button to indicate “AC” on the display.

6. Remove power from the circuit under test, then open up the circuit

at the point where you wish to measure current.

7. Touch the black test probe tip to the neutral side of the circuit.

Touch the red test probe tip to the “hot” side of the circuit.

8. Apply power to the circuit.

9. Read the current in the display.

RESISTANCE MEASUREMENTS

WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect power to the unit under test and discharge all

capacitors before taking any resistance measurements. Remove the batteries and unplug the line

cords.

1. Set the function switch to the green Ω position.

2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.

Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive jack.

3. Press the SELECT button to indicate “"on the display.

4. Touch the test probe tips across the circuit or part under test. It is best

to disconnect one side of the part under test so the rest of the circuit

will not interfere with the resistance reading.

5. Read the resistance in the display.

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CONTINUITY CHECK

WARNING: To avoid electric shock, never measure continuity on circuits or wires that have

voltage on them.

1. Set the function switch to the green

Ωposition.

2. Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.

Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive jack.

3. Press the SELECT button to indicate” "and “Ω”on the display

4. Touch the test probe tips to the circuit or wire you wish to check.

5. If the resistance is less than approximately 150, the audible signal will

sound. If the circuit is open, the display will indicate “OL”.

DIODE TEST

1. Set the function switch to the green Ωposition.

2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and

the red test lead banana plug into the positive Vjack.

3. Press the SELECT button to indicate and Von the display.

4. Touch the test probes to the diode under test. Forward voltage will

typically indicate 0.400 to 0.700V. Reverse voltage will indicate “OL”.

Shorted devices will indicate near 0V and an open device will indicate

“OL” in both polarities.

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CONTACT TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENTS

1. Set the function switch to the black Type K ºC or ºF position.

2. Insert the Temperature Probe into the input jacks, making sure to observe the

correct polarity.

3. Touch the Temperature Probe head to the part whose temperature you wish to

measure. Keep the probe touching the part under test until the reading stabilizes

(about 30 seconds).

4. Read the temperature in the display.

Note: The temperature probe is fitted with a type K mini connector. A mini connector

to banana connector adaptor is supplied for connection to the input banana

jacks.

NON-CONTACT TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENTS

1. Set the function switch to the red IR Non-Contact ºC or ºF position.

2. Point the meter at the surface to be measured.

3. If needed, press the red IR Laser Pointer button to locate the exact spot being measured.

4. The area of the surface to be measured must be larger than the spot size as determined by the

distance to spot size specification.

5. Read the temperature in the display.

WARNING: Do not directly view or direct the laser pointer at an eye. Low power visible lasers

do not normally present a hazard, but may present some potential for hazard if viewed directly for

extended periods of time.

(2.5cm) (5cm)

(10cm)

(20cm)

(40cm)

(80cm)

Diameter of Spot

Distance to Object

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