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Quick Start Description %
Hz °F°C NCV Display
INRUSH
1. For electrical testing, connect test leads to The new SC200 series compact clamp meters Controls °F°C SEL
INRUSH
Battery Life (replace
INRUSH
9V if blinking)
SEL
SEL
"COM" and "+" jacks. are designed for everyday HVACR service. Their MFD
SEL
Auto
SEL
Power Off Enabled
SEL
2. Rotate the dial to your desired measurement. compant pocketable design makes them easy Fieldpiece High Voltage Warning (>16VAC/35VDC)
Compact 3. Connect to test points and read measurement. to take on any job. NCV
TRUE
°F°C
RMS
AAC
VAC
VDC
SEL
Manual Range (Range) Mode
4. For temperature testing, remove test leads, Hang the SC260 to any metallic surface with MFD Maximum Reading
Clamp slide TEMP switch to the right and connect its newly designed swivel magnet to keep Fieldpiece
SEL
SEL
your TRUE RMS
NCV
A AC
V
SEL
SEL
Minimum Reading
Type K thermocouple (SC240/SC260 only). hands free to do more. Test variable frequency AC
SEL Data Hold Mode
Meters drives more accurately with True RMS and easily
MFD

AAC
°F°C
Fieldpiece
VDC
TRUE
TRUE
SEL
TRUE RMSRMS AutoAUTO
RMS AUTO
SelectOFF
AUTO
Mode ( / / /MFD)
OFFOFF
see your measurements in low lighting withNCV the Continuity Test
OPERATOR'S Fieldpiece
Certifications bright blue blacklight (SC260 only). °F°C
VAC TRUE RMS
MFD VDC
30V30V
MAXMAX30V
TRUE K-TYPE
Diode
MAXTEMPTEMP 30V
RMS AUTO OFF
K-TYPE
Test
K-TYPE

MANUAL MFD
TRUE RMS
Save time with the new Auto Select mode.
Fieldpiece AAC
TEMPMAX
Resistance TEMP K-TYPE
Test (ohms)
UL 61010-1, Third Edition Simply set the dial to ( / / /MFD) and NCV Rotate dial VAC to the function you want to use.RMS AUTO OFF CAT Capacitance
CAT III Test (farads)

HOLD
Models SC260 NCV
AAC
VAC
TRUE III III
CAT
600V
600V TRUE
TRUERMS RMS AUTO AUTOOFF OFF
°F°C
connect TRUE
your leads. Your meter will automatically °F°C VDC 600VUnit (10
Nano , one billionth)
CAT-9­III
RMS AUTO OFF TRUE RMS TRUE AUTO RMS AUTO OFF 30V
OFF
VDC
30V 30V600V
SC240 SC220 EN61010-1 select the appropriate measurement depending
MFD
MAX
Select a parameter. Ohms/Continuity/
K-TYPE
(10−6, oneK-TYPE
K-TYPE
30V OFF Micro Unit millionth)
MAX
MAX
30V
K-TYPE
S
AAC elect M/m
TRUE RMS
30V AUTO
TEMP
K-TYPE K-TYPE TEMP
TEMP
EN61010-2-032 MAX
on what it detects. Move from a cold freezer to Diode/MFD. °F/°C (SC240/26030V MAX
only). TEMP MAX Milli Unit (10 , one thousandth)
−3
TEMP NCV VAC TEMP
EN61010-2-033 a hot rooftop and get accurate temperature °F°C VDC SC260 MAX CAT K-TYPE
III KiloOFF
Unit (103,CAT one thousand)
Selec TRUE
TRUERMSRMS AUTO AUTOOFF OFF TRUE RMS AUTO
TEMP600V CATIIIIII
600V
6600V
EMC EN61326-1 measurements that lesser thermometers cannot M/m Toggle backlight (SC260 only). TRUE RMS Mega Unit (10 , one million)
t M/m
CAT III Sele CAT III CAT III
SC260 30V
30V600V
ct
600V 30V AUTO 600VOFF
K-TYPE
measure properly MAX(SC240/SC260
MAX K-TYPE
K-TYPEonly). CAT III MAX
TEMP
TEMP SC260 TRUE
600V RMS AUTO
30V TEMP
K-TYPE OFF
C-Tick (N22675) Test for proper flame rectification micro amp Freeze maximum and minimum MAX
Select TRUE read-
RMS30VAUTOTEMP OFF
K-TYPE
DC current on heating systems (SC220 only).
CAT
CAT III
III
M/m ing. Hold for 1 second to clear30V
. MAX CAT III
600V
600V TEMP 600V
MAX K-TYPE
AUTO OFF WEEE All SC200 compact clamp meters are built to
SC260 (SC240/SC260 only) CAT
TEMP 600V
III
withstand the rigors of HVACR service with high CAT III
TYPE K 30V
MAX
TEMP
COM 600V
CATIII 600V, class II and pollution degree 2 impact plastic and a display you can read in Sele
very
ct an ge AUTO OFF
Manually select a range (SC220/240).CAT III
M/m R 600V
30V
CAT III indoor use comply with CE, RoHS compliant. hot or very cold environments. TYPE K MAX
600V
SC240 TEMP
CATIII is for measurements performed in the COM Freeze the display.
HOLD
AUTO OFF
building installation. 30V
01 02 03 TYPE K
04 MAX 05
TEMP
COM
AUTO OFF CAT III
600V

Functions

MAX
Safety Information Specifications

30V
30V

VDC

Rang
TYPE K

Fieldpiece
MAX

VAC
Do not use during electrical storms. TEMP AUTO OFF

AAC

AUTO OFF
MFD

Temperature (°F/°C) SC240 and SC260 only

COM

SC240
CAT III

TEMP
Never ground yourself when taking electrical Do not apply more than rated voltages between Display: 4000 count

CAT III
M/m
600V AAC
30V

600V
Backlight: 5 minute duration with auto-off. Blue color. SC260 only AUTO OFF
TYPE K MAX
NCV VAC
measurements. Do not touch exposed metal input and ground. Plug
30V any Type K thermocouple directly into the meter to measure COM

MFD
°F°C VDC
Overrange: (OL) or (-OL) is displayed TYPE K MAX

NCV
temperature. Cold junction is located inside the meter and allows for

COM
pipes, outlets, fixtures, etc., which might be Isolate capacitors from system and discharge

TYPE K
Select
TEMP CAT III

°F°C
Measurement rate: 3 times per second, nominal COM extremely accurate measurements even in rapidly changing ambient
at ground potential, while taking measure- them safely before testing. Zero: Automatic
600V
temperatures (going from rooftop to freezer). No adapter is required.
ments. Keep your body isolated from ground Temperature switch prevents leaving thermo- Operating environment: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) at <70% See Temp Calibration section for calibration instructions. Press Unplug Leads and Slide
by using dry clothing, rubber shoes, rubber couple plugged in while measuring voltage. relative humidity SELECT button to switch between °F and °C. TEMP Switch to the Right
Storage temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C), 0 to 80% RH CAT III
mats, or any approved insulating material. When measuring high frequency AC current, do 600V Range: -30°F to 752°F, (-35°C to 400°C) Resolution: 0.1°
(with battery removed)
Disconnect the test leads before opening the not exceed the rated 400AAC of the clamp. Accuracy: ±(1°F)* 32°F to 120°F, ±(1°C) 0°C to 49°C
Accuracy: Stated accuracy @ 73°F±9°F (23°C±5°C), <75%RH
case. Inspect the test leads for damage to the Failure to adhere may cause the clamp to heat ±(1%+2°F) 32°F to 392°F, ±(1%+1°C) 0°C to 200°C
Temperature coefficient: 0.1 x (specified accuracy) per °C [0°C to MFD
±(2%+6°F) -30°F to 32°F, ±(2%+3°C) -35°C to 0°C
insulation or exposed wire. Replace if suspect. up dangerously. 19°C (32°F to 66°F), 28°C to 50° C(82°F to 122°F)]
±(2%+6°F) 392°F to 752°F, ±(2%+3°C) 200°C to 400°C AAC
NCV VAC
Keep your fingers behind the finger guards on All voltage tests: All voltage ranges will APO (Auto Power Off): Approx. 30 minutes
Sensor type: Type K thermocouple *After field calibration °F°C VDC
the probes while taking measurements. withstand up to 600V. Do not apply more than Power: 9V, NEDA 1604A, IEC 6LR61 9V alkaline battery
Overload protection: 30 VDC or 30VAC rms
Battery life: 200 hours typical alkaline (SC220/SC240); 150 hours
When disconnecting from a circuit, disconnect
the“RED”lead first, then the common“BLACK”
600VDC or AC rms.
Symbols used:
typical alkaline (SC260) Voltage DC (VDC)
Low battery indication: Battery icon blinks and "LO.bt" is displayed Select VDC and measure DC voltages on circuit boards on more
lead. Use one handed testing when possible. Caution, risk of electric shock when the battery voltage drops below the operating level advanced HVACR systems.
Work with others. ! Caution, refer to manual. Dimensions: 205.5mm(H) x 67.4mm(W) x 45.1mm(D) Ranges: 4V, 40V, 400V, 600V Resolution: 0.001V
Turn off power to the circuit under test before Ground Weight: Approx. 265g including battery Accuracy: ±(0.5% + 2)
Altitude: Up to 6562 ft (2000m) Input impedance: 10MΩ (4V), 9.1MΩ (40V-600V)
cutting, unsoldering, or breaking the circuit. Double insulation Overload protection: 600 VDC or 600VAC rms unless otherwise MFD
Do not measure resistance (ohms) when circuit
is powered. Isolate load by disconnecting ! WARNINGS stated
Test leads: Use UL listed test leads that comply to UL61010-031
Voltage AC (VAC) (50Hz-500Hz) NCV
AAC
VAC
DISCONNECT AND UNPLUG TEST LEADS before opening case. Test power lines (120, 220, 480), test 24V going to controls, and °F°C VDC
from circuit. rated CATIII 600V or above. Included test leads are gold-plated test for transformer failure.
TEST NCV FUNCTION ON KNOWN LIVE WIRE before using.
Disconnect the meter from circuit before turning DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE greater than 30VAC or 60VDC to the and have removeable safety caps. Ranges: 4V, 40V, 400V, 600V Resolution: 0.001V
any inductor off, including motors, transform- thermocouple or the jacks when the rotary dial is on °F°C. (Use Please operate the instrument following all instructions Accuracy: ±(1.2% + 8), ±(1.5% + 8) on 600V range
only Type K thermocouples) True RMS: model SC260 only Crest factor: ≤ 3
ers, and solenoids. High voltage transients DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE TO THE JACKS when the rotary dial is on of the operator's manual to avoid impairing the safety Audio/Visual Hi-V indicator: >16VAC/35VDC
can damage the meter beyond repair. microamps. Even low voltages can cause a current overload and of the product. Input impedance: 10MΩ (4V), 9.1MΩ (40V-600V)
potentially harm the meter.
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SC56 SC56
SC56
Capacitance (MFD) SC240
HOLD
and SC260 only Diode Test ( ) MicroAmps DC (µADC) SC220 only
O Start
Hz and run capacitors are one of the most failure prone
MFD
Set to / / /MFD to test diodes for proper forward MFD Microamps for flameOrectifier test on a heater control. ConnectHOLD
Hz
F AAC in a HVACR system. Disconnect from power and resistors
components NCV
AAC
VAC and reversed-biased functions. Press SELECT twice to manually select AAC leads between flame sensor
F AACprobe and control module and turn
F VAC terminals.
D between VDC Discharge capacitor before testing. HOLD If dIS.C is °F°C VDC TRUE RMS theAUTO OFF
diode test. A constant beep and green LED indicate continuity.
NCV VAC
heating unitMFD FV
on to read µA AC VDC When the flame is on,
measurement.
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displayed,NCV
% be a measurable µADC
there should NCV
signal, typically under 10µADC.
HOLD / /
/ Hz
capacitor 30V
F AisACnot fully discharged. Set to
HOLD MAX Test current:
K-TYPE 1.0mA (Approx.) Accuracy: ±(1.5% + 5) HOL
HOL
OOto
MFD
MFD Hz
Hz
test F VAC VDC
capacitance of motor start and run capacitors TRUE RMS
Open
TEMP circuitAUTO OFF typical
volts: 3.2VDC Compare °F°C
measurement to manufacturer’s
OO Hz Hz specification to determine
% FF A AAC
AC TRUE
NCV selectRMSINRUSH AUTO OFF or press VisualAUTO
indicator: Green LED Audible beep: <0.03V if replacement is necessary. FF AAAC AC INRUSH
MFD Hz
MFDSELECT
FFVthree
V ACtimes
AC VVDCDCto manually MFD. TRUE
TRUERMSRMS
30V AUTOOFF OFF
K-TYPE MFD
MFD FFVV ACACV VDCDC
°C 30V MAXIII
CATAuto Select Threshold: Forward voltage drop <0.8V (SC240/SC260 Ranges: 400µA, 4000µA Resolution: 0.1µA
Hz°FRanges: 4nF,NCV
Hz 40nF,
NCV 400nF, 4µF,
MAX40µF, 400µF, 4mF Resolution: 1pF
K-TYPE
30V
30V600V TEMP %%
Accuracy: ±(1.0%HzHz+ 2) Voltage burden:NCV
NCV1V, 8V on 4000µA
Accuracy: ±(3% + 20) 4nF, ±(3% +TEMP INRUSH
5) 40nF to 400µF, MAX
MAX only) K-TYPE
K-TYPE
Discharge Cap First! TEMP
TEMP Overload °F °C
°F°C
Protection: 600VDC or 600VAC rms
±(5% + 20) 4mF TRUE
TRUERMS RMS AUTO
AUTOOFF OFF Overload
CATProtection:
III 600VDC or 600VAC rms
CAT INRUSH
INRUSH
III 600V INRU
INRU
Auto Select Ranges: 4nF to 400µF, 30V
30V>500pF
600V CAT
CATIIIIII
600VAC rms K-TYPE K-TYPE
Overload Protection: 600VDC orMAX MAX
TEMP
TEMP MFD Non Contact Voltage (NCV)
600V
600V MFD

Resistance
SEL (Ω)
Use NCV to check for 24VAC from a thermostat or live voltage up AAC

CA600V
T III
30 X
MA
V
AAC NCV AAC

MP
VAC

TE
OFF
TO

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NCV

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AU
CAT
CATIIIIII VAC NCV VAC

K
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to 600VAC. Always test on a known live source before using. A three SEL

TY
°F°C VDC

0
26
Used for “ohming out” a compressor. 600V
600V
0.01Ω resolution is useful
to µADC VDC

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SC
°F°C VDC

m
t
Selec
AAC VACVDC
segment graph and RED LED will display the presence of voltage. The

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test the resistance between the motor poles because the values are

TR
pie

°C
V
NC
D

°F
MF
ld
audible beep increases from intermittent to continuous as intensity of

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typically very low. SEL
field (EF) increases.
Ranges: 40Ω, 400Ω,SEL
SEL 4kΩ, 40kΩ, 400kΩ, 4MΩ, 40MΩ AC Voltage Detection Range: 24VAC to 600VAC (50-60Hz) SEL
SEL
Resolution: 0.01Ω
Accuracy: ±(1.0% + 15) 40Ω, ±(1.0% + 5) 400Ω to 400kΩ,
±(1.5% + 5) 4MΩ, ±(3.0% + 5) 40MΩ Fieldpiece
Auto Select Ranges: 4KΩ to 4MΩ, >400Ω (SC240/SC260 only)
Overload Protection: 600VDC or 600VAC rms
Amps AC (AAC) Auto Select Mode MFD
TRUE RMS

Fieldpiece

CA600V
T III
30 X
MA
V
Test any isolated power line, compressor or capacitor wire. True

MP
TE
OFF

HOLD
For SC240/260 only. SaveAtime and let your

M
TO

CO
AC

AU
PE
MFD

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Continuity ( )

K-
NCV V
RMS on SC260 only.

0
AC

26
MFD

SC
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m
MFD
AAC meter select the appropriate test Aparameter. Set
°F°C V

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Selec
AAC VACVDC
DC
Ranges: 40A, 400A Resolution: 0.01A Crest factor: ≤ 3

S
RM
NCV VAC

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AC

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AAC

pie

°C
V
NC
°F
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MF
NCV
Set to / / /MFD and measure continuity to test

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V AC

Fie
NCV VAC
Accuracy: ±(2.0% + 10) 50-60Hz Jaw Opening: 1.2in (30 mm) °F°C VDC the selector switch to /°F°C / /MFD V and use DC

if a circuit is open or closed or press SELECT once to manully select °F°C VDC
RMS continuity.
AUTO Use OFF True RMS: model SC260 only Overload Protection: 400AAC your test leads to take
TRUE RMS AUTO OFF the measurement. The
this feature to check fuses as well. A steady “beep” ! Note: AAC through the clamp and voltage through the test
V and green LED indicate you have continuity. clamp meter
30V
will automatically display an ohms,
X K-TYPE leads can be measured simultaneously. However, if only AAC is
TRUE
Range:RMS
TEMP AUTO OFF
400Ω Resolution: 0.1Ω Response time: 100ms MAX
diode, continuity,
TEMP
or K-TYPE
capacitance reading. In
measured through the clamp, test leads and thermocouple must
Fieldpiece
UE
UERMS Audible
RMSMAX beep:
AUTO
AUTOOFF <30Ω
OFFK-TYPE Auto Select mode, Sethe lect Select and Range buttons
M/m
CAT
30V
Overload
III Protection: 600VDC or 600VAC rms
be unplugged from the meter. TRUE RMS
TRUE
TRUERMSRMS AUTO AUTO OFF
OFFM/m
30V600V
30V TEMP MFD are disabled. CAT
600V
III SC260SC240
MAX11
MAX K-TYPE
K-TYPE 12 13 Fieldpiece AAC 14 15 30V
30V
MAX
MAX K-TYPE
K-TYPE
TEMP
TEMP TRUE RMS NCV VAC
CAT III MFD °F°C Fieldpiece
VDC
TEMP
TEMP
600V TRUE RMS

CAT
CATIIIIII AAC

Temp. Calibration Safety Features Max/Min SC240 and SC260 only Maintenance Obtaining Service
NCV VAC
MFD CAT
CATIIIIII
600V
600V 600V
600V
°F°C VDC AAC AUTO OFF
NCV VAC 30V
TYPE K

For accuracies of ±1°F, calibrate to a known 1. Bright LED and beeper warn when testing volt- Record and freeze the maximum and minimum Clean the exterior with a dry cloth. Do not Call Fieldpiece InstrumentsTEMP for one-price-
MAX
°F°C VDC AUTO OFF
COM

temperature. A glass of stabilized ice water ages >16VAC/35VDC. High Voltage warning. measurements. Connect Fieldpiece
the test leads to begin use liquid.
TYPE K
fix-all out-of-warranty service pricing. Send
30V
MAX
TRUE RMS TEMP
Select COM
is very close to 32°F (0°C) and is usually very 2. Switch to the NCV function (non contact volt- the measurement, then press M/m once to
MFD check or money order for the CAT amount
III
quoted. 600V

convenient but any known temperature can be age) and point clamp claw towards suspected freeze the maximum reading. MAX V will show on
A SC260
Send the meter freight prepaid to Fieldpiece
Limited Warranty
AC
NCV AC
Select CAT III
used. For SC240/SC260 models only. voltage source. Monitor the bright RED LED display. Press M/m again
°F°C
to freeze Vthe minimum DC
Instruments. Send proof of date and location
600V

Select
and beeper to see if the source is “hot.” reading. MINSC260 will show on display. Press M/m This meter is warranted against defects in of purchase for in-warranty service. The meter
1. Select the °F °C range. 3. Temperature switch prevents the thermo- again to display real-time measurement SC260 material or workmanship for one year from will be repaired or replaced, at the option
2. Plug thermocouple to be couple plugging in while measuring voltage. with both maximum and minimum readings date of purchase. Fieldpiece will replace or of Fieldpiece, and returned via least cost
calibrated into the Type K jack.
3. Unscrew A and B and remove recording in the background. MAXAUTO MINOFFwill blink 30V
repair the defective unit, at its option, subject transportation.
Select TYPE K
on display. Press and hold for one
TEMP second
MAX
to verification of the defect. For international customers, warranty for
the battery cover.
Auto Hold
M/m
COM
4. Stabilize a large cup of ice to exit Max/Min AUTO mode.
OFF SC260
30V
This warranty does not apply to defects products purchased outside of the U.S. should
water. Stir the ice with the Press and hold for two seconds. Meter
HOLD
TYPE K
Max/Min functionality
TEMP is disabled in AUTO
MAX
AutoOFF resulting from abuse, neglect, accident, be handled through local distributors.
water until temperature stays A will beep and HOLD will blink on LCD. After 6
COM
Select mode.--
CAT III
600V
TYPE K 30V
MAX
unauthorized repair, alteration, or unreasonable
TEMP
at a stable value. Fieldpiece COM
seconds the measurement on screen will freeze use of the instrument.
Range

MAX
30V
VDC

5. Immerse the thermocouple

Fieldpiece

TRUE RMS
VAC

CAT III
AAC

AUTO OFF

automatically. Press to exit this mode. Any implied warranties arising from the sale of
SC240

TEMP

probe and let it stabilize. Keep

Battery Replacement
600V
CAT III

MFD
M/m

HOLD
600V

TEMP CAL
MFD

CAT III
stirring water to prevent micro- AAC AUTO OFF a Fieldpiece product, including but not limited
NCV

COM
TYPE K

C
Select

600V
°F°C

NCV VAC 30V

environments. °F°C VDC
When the battery is low, the
TYPE K
battery icon will MAX
to implied warranties of merchantability and
Auto Power Off
Range

MAX
30V
VDC

TEMP
Fieldpiece

VAC

6. Do not let the thermocouple

DO NOT SWITCH FROM J2

Fieldpiece COM
AAC

AUTO OFF

empty and blink for 30 seconds. “LO.bt” will fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to
SC240

TEMP

CAT III
HOLD
M/m

600V

come in direct contact with ice.

MFD

Auto power off or APO will automatcially turn display and meter will power off. the above. Fieldpiece shall not be liable for loss
NCV

COM
TYPE K
Select
°F°C

MFD
7. Use a small screwdriver to CAT III
adjust calibration pot C below off your meter after 30 NCVminutes
A
V of inactivty. By AC
AC Turn dial to OFF position, disconnect test 600V
of use of the instrument or other incidental or
°F°C V
the battery as close to 32°F B default it is activated and APO will show on the
DC
leads and remove the battery cover. Remove consequential damages, expenses, or economic
(0°C) as you would like. display. To disable, turn meter off. Hold Select
M/m old battery and replace with a standard 9V loss, or for any claim of such damage, expenses,
Note: J1-J2 switch is for auto- (SC240/260) and power on the meter by turning SC260 battery only. or economic loss.
calibration purposes only. Not
intended for use in the field. the selector dial to any range. For SC220, follow State laws vary. The above limitations or www.fieldpiece.com
the same procedure Sbutelect hold Range and power on.
M/m exclusions may not apply to you. © Fieldpiece Instruments, Inc 2016; v17
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