1. Introduzzjoni
The MASTECH MS2138 is a reliable digital clamp meter designed for a wide range of electrical measurement tasks. With its multifunctional capabilities and user-friendly features, this tool is ideal for both professionals and hobbyists. This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective operation of your MS2138 clamp metru.
Prodott fuqview wirja tal-vidjoasing the MASTECH MS2138 Clamp Meter's features and components.
2. Informazzjoni dwar is-Sigurtà
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, read and understand all instructions before using this meter. Always operate with the battery cover securely closed.
- Dejjem spezzjona l-miter u l-wajers tat-test għal xi ħsara qabel l-użu. Tużax jekk ikun hemm ħsara.
- Applikax aktar mill-vol nominalitage, kif immarkat fuq il-miter, bejn it-terminals jew bejn kwalunkwe terminal u l-art.
- Oqgħod attent meta taħdem bil-voltag'il fuq minn 30V AC RMS, 42V peak, jew 60V DC. Volum bħal dantages joħolqu periklu ta' xokk.
- Dejjem skonnettja l-enerġija taċ-ċirkwit u armi l-kurrent kollu ta' vultaġġ għolitage capacitors qabel l-ittestjar tar-reżistenza, kontinwità, diodes, jew capacitance.
- Tħaddimx il-meter madwar gass, fwar, jew trab splussivi.
- Kun żgur li s-swiċċ rotatorju jkun fil-pożizzjoni korretta għall-kejl mixtieq qabel ma tqabbad il-wajers tat-test maċ-ċirkwit.
- When making current measurements, ensure the circuit is de-energized before clamping the meter around the conductor.
3. Kontenut tal-Pakkett
Upon opening your MASTECH MS2138 package, please verify that all items listed below are present and in good condition:
- MASTECH MS2138 Diġitali Clamp Miter
- Wavel tat-Test (Aħmar u Iswed)
- Wettaq Bag
- Manwal tal-Utent (dan id-dokument)
- Ċertifikat ta 'Kalibrazzjoni
Note: Batteries (3x 1.5V AAA) are NOT included in the delivery and must be purchased separately.
The MASTECH MS2138 Clamp Meter, its packaging, operation manual, calibration certificate, test leads, and batteries (not included in delivery).
4. Prodott Aktarview
Familiarize yourself with the components of your MS2138 clamp metru:
Quddiem view of the MASTECH MS2138 showing the LCD display, rotary switch, function buttons, and input terminals.
Close-up tal-clamp jaw, used for non-contact current measurement, and the integrated work light.
Wara view of the meter, indicating the battery compartment and safety warnings.
Dimensions of the MASTECH MS2138: 225mm (height) x 86mm (width) x 32mm (depth).
5. Setup
5.1 Installazzjoni tal-batterija
- Kun żgur li l-miter ikun MITFI.
- Sib il-kompartiment tal-batterija fuq wara tal-miter.
- Uża tornavit biex tiftaħ l-għatu tal-kompartiment tal-batterija.
- Insert three (3) 1.5V AAA batteries, observing the correct polarity (+/-).
- Ibdel l-għatu tal-kompartiment tal-batterija u waħħalha bil-kamin.
Note: The meter will display a low battery indicator when the batteries need replacement.
6. Istruzzjonijiet Operattivi
The MS2138 features a rotary switch to select measurement functions and buttons for additional controls.
6.1 Operazzjoni Bażika
- Qawwa ON/OFF: Rotate the central dial from 'OFF' to any desired function to power on. Rotate back to 'OFF' to power off. The meter features auto power off to conserve battery life.
- Għażla tal-Funzjoni: Use the rotary switch to select the primary measurement type (e.g., V~ for AC Voltage, A~ għall-Kurrent AC).
- 'FUNC' Button: Press this button to cycle through sub-functions within a rotary switch position (e.g., AC/DC voltage, resistance/continuity/diode/capacitance).
- 'RANGE' Button: Toggles between auto-ranging and manual ranging. In manual ranging, press repeatedly to select desired range.
- 'REL' Button (Relative Measurement): Stores the current reading as a reference value. Subsequent measurements will display the difference from this reference.
- 'Hz/%' Button (Frequency/Duty Cycle): Used to measure frequency or duty cycle in relevant modes.
- 'HOLD' Button: Jiffriża l-qari attwali fuq id-displej. Agħfas mill-ġdid biex tirrilaxxa.
- 'MAX/MIN' Button: Records the maximum and minimum values during a measurement session. Press and hold for 2 seconds to activate.
- Dawl ta' wara/Dawl tax-Xogħol: The meter features a display backlight for low-light conditions and a work light near the clamp xedaq.
6.2 Measuring AC/DC Current (Clamp Funzjoni)
- Rotate the dial to the 'A~' (AC Current) or 'A=' (DC Current) position.
- Iftaħ il-clamp xedaq billi tagħfas il-grillu.
- Poġġi l-clamp around a single conductor (not a cable containing multiple conductors) of the circuit you wish to measure.
- Kun żgur li x-xedaq ikun magħluq għalkollox.
- Aqra l-valur attwali fuq id-displej.
Example of using the clamp meter to measure frequency from an electrical outlet.
6.3 Kejl AC/DC Voltage
- Insert the red test lead into the 'VΩHz' input terminal and the black test lead into the 'COM' terminal.
- Rotate the dial to the 'V~' (AC Voltage) jew 'V=' (Volum DCtage) pożizzjoni.
- Qabbad il-wajers tat-test maċ-ċirkwit jew il-komponent li għandu jitkejjel.
- Aqra l-voltagIl-valur fuq il-wiri.
6.4 Measuring Resistance, Continuity, Diode, and Capacitance
- Insert the red test lead into the 'VΩHz' input terminal and the black test lead into the 'COM' terminal.
- Rotate the dial to the 'Ω' (Resistance/Continuity/Diode/Capacitance) position.
- Press the 'FUNC' button to cycle through Resistance (Ω), Continuity (Buzzer icon), Diode (Diode icon), and Capacitance (F).
- Connect the test leads to the component. For resistance and capacitance, ensure the component is de-energized.
- Read the measurement on the display. For continuity, the buzzer will sound if resistance is below 50±20Ω.
7. Speċifikazzjonijiet
Detailed measurement ranges, resolutions, and accuracies for the MASTECH MS2138.
| Karatteristika | Valur |
|---|---|
| Tip ta 'Wiri | Digital Only (4000 counts) |
| Ftuħ tax-xedaq | Φ40mm / 1.6" |
| Dimensjonijiet | 222mm x 86mm x 32mm |
| Provvista tal-Enerġija | 3 Batteriji AAA ta' 1.5V (mhux inklużi) |
| Klassifikazzjoni tas-Sigurtà | CAT III 600V |
| Ċertifikazzjoni | CE |
| Auto Power Mitfi | Iva |
| Żamma tad-Data | Iva |
| Kejl Relattiv | Iva |
| Backlight & Work Light | Iva |
8. Manutenzjoni
8.1 Tindif
Imsaħ il-miter b'reklamaramp drapp u deterġent ħafif. Tużax abrażivi jew solventi. Żomm it-terminals tad-dħul ħielsa mill-ħmieġ u l-umdità.
8.2 Sostituzzjoni tal-batterija
When the low battery indicator appears on the display, replace the batteries as described in the 'Battery Installation' section (5.1). Always use three new 1.5V AAA batteries.
8.3 Ħażna
Jekk il-miter ma jkunx se jintuża għal perjodu twil ta’ żmien, neħħi l-batteriji biex tevita t-tnixxija u l-ħsara. Aħżen il-miter f’post frisk u niexef, ’il bogħod mix-xemx diretta u minn temperaturi estremi.
9 Issolvi l-problemi
| Problema | Kawża Possibbli | Soluzzjoni |
|---|---|---|
| Il-miter ma jixgħelx | Batteriji mejta jew installati ħażin. | Iċċekkja l-polarità tal-batterija jew ibdel il-batteriji. |
| No reading or 'OL' (Overload) displayed | Incorrect function selected, out of range, or open circuit. | Select correct function/range. Check for open circuits. |
| Qari mhux eżatt | Konnessjoni ħażina tal-wajer tat-test, interferenza esterna, jew batterija baxxa. | Ensure secure connections. Move away from strong electromagnetic fields. Replace batteries. |
| Auto power off too quickly | Normal operation to save battery. | Press any button or rotate the dial to reactivate. |
10. Għajnuniet għall-Utenti
Ma kien hemm l-ebda pariri speċifiċi għall-utent disponibbli minn reviews or Q&A for this product at this time. However, general tips for clamp meter users include:
- Always ensure the clamp jaw is fully closed for accurate current measurements.
- When measuring current, clamp around only one conductor. Clamping around a multi-conductor cable will result in a zero reading as the magnetic fields cancel each other out.
- For stable readings, especially in noisy electrical environments, use the 'HOLD' function to capture a momentary value.
- The 'REL' function is useful for nulling out test lead resistance when measuring small resistances or for comparing measurements against a known baseline.
11. Garanzija u Appoġġ
The MASTECH MS2138 Digital Clamp Meter is designed and manufactured to high-quality standards and is CE certified, indicating compliance with European safety, health, and environmental protection requirements.
For any technical support or warranty inquiries, please refer to the contact information provided with your purchase documentation or contact your local MasTech distributor.





