Cleaning and Storage, Cleaning the Fluke 43B | Fluke instruction

Chapter 2

Maintenance

Cleaning and Storage

Cleaning the Fluke 43B

Clean the Fluke 43B with a damp cloth and a mild soap. Do not use abrasives, solvents or alcohol. These may damage the text on the Fluke 43B.

Storing the Fluke 43B

When storing the Fluke 43B, even for extended periods of time, it is not necessary to remove the battery pack. However, the batteries will gradually decharge. To keep the batteries in optimal condition, charge the batteries periodically (once per month).

Cleaning the Current Probe

Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and detergent. Do not use abrasives, solvents or alcohol. Open the jaws and wipe the magnetic pole pieces with a lightly oiled cloth. Do not allow rust or corrosion to form on the magnetic core ends.

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Contents

Fluke 43B Placing Orders and Getting Assistance Table of Contents Index Unpacking Carrying Case Contents Safety Information Read First Safety Information Read First Current Probe Fault protection. This is denoted by the symbol Powering the Fluke 43B Powering the Fluke 43B Opening Screen Measurement Connections Inputs Main Menu Introducing the Fluke 43B Main Menu Volts / Amps / Hertz PowerHarmonics Transients Sags & SwellsInrush Current Time resolution in Sags & Swells and Record modes Screen with 16 minutes time scale Setting the Date Instrument Setup Setting the Time Adjusting the Contrast Selecting Probes Move to the probe settings for input Setting up the Harmonic- and Power Function Power settings Harmonics- and Power Settings Harmonics settings Selecting a Language Connecting a Computer Using FlukeView Software Connecting a Parallel Printer Using a Printer Selecting a Printer Type Resetting the Fluke 43B Resetting the Fluke 43B Fluke 43B Storing the Fluke 43B Cleaning and StorageCleaning the Fluke 43B Cleaning the Current Probe Charging the Batteries Batteries Extending Battery Operation Time Replacing the Ni-Cd Battery Pack Replacing the Battery Pack Replaceable Parts Ordering CodesOrdering Code FlukeView User Information Ordering Code ManualsItem Cont’d Ordering Code Fluke 43B Ordering Code Applications Guide Troubleshooting Environmental Data Safety CharacteristicsPerformance Characteristics Introduction Maximum input voltage Input 1 Safety Specifications Harmonics Function SpecificationsPower Volts / Amps / Hertz Transients Sags & SwellsInrush Current Horizontal Input ImpedanceVertical DC, a DC Scope readings Continuity TemperatureOhm Diode Mechanical MiscellaneousDisplay Memory Altitude Electrical SpecificationsCurrent Probe 80i-500S Accuracy Humidity Environmental ConditionsElectromagnetic Compatibility EMC Electromagnetic Immunity Disturbance with test leads TL24 in scope modeDisturbance with test leads TL24 or Current Clamp 80i-500s Sample tests Declaration of ConformityManufacturer Statement of Conformity Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability Index Save Key. See Applications Man Ual