IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 (01) PDF Document

Press the Hold button on the side of the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 meter to toggle in and out of the data hold mode. The “HOLD” symbol appears in the lower left of the meter display when data hold is active.

Press the Hold button again on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 to unlock the display and obtain a real-time reading.

Press the MAX/MIN button on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 meter to activate this feature and to toggle between MAX, and MIN readings. The unit will continually capture MAX or MIN values over time.

Depressing the MAX/MIN button for greater than 2 seconds exits the MAX/MIN mode on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 meter.

Press the Delta (Relative) button on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 meter to enter the Relative mode. The Delta symbol is displayed, and the value on the display is stored as a reference value. In the Relative mode, the value shown on the display is always the difference between the stored reference value and the present reading.

Press the Delta (Relative) button again on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 meter to exit the Relative mode.

The “ZERO” button on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 is used to zero out the display before measuring DC current. Press the “ZERO” button to subtract out the non-zero number. Then, measure the DC amps. Pressing the “ZERO” button again causes the “ZERO” to flash and the original offset number to be displayed. Press the “ZERO” button to exit this mode.

To disable APO on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415, press and hold the SEL button while turning the dial to any desired function. When APO is defeated, the “APO” will be removed from the display. Turning the meter off and back on will restore the APO default.

Press and hold the SEL button for greater than 2 seconds on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 meter to turn the backlight/flashlight on and off. The white backlight and flashlight will remain lit for about 5 minutes before they automatically turn off to conserve battery power. Or turn the lights off by pressing the SEL for more than 2 seconds.

Follow all safety procedures, wear proper PPE in accordance to NFPA 70E and follow the guidelines below and the instructions in this manual when operating the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 meter with TL-757 Test Leads or equivalent.

Use only approved test leads. Do not use improvised connections that could present a safety hazard.

Never measure AC or DC current while the test leads are inserted into the input jacks.

Prior to using the test leads, inspect them carefully for damaged insulation, exposed metal or bent probes. Check test leads for continuity. Do not use leads if they appear damaged.

When using the probes, keep fingers behind the finger guards on the probes.

Connect the common test lead before connecting the live test lead. When disconnecting test leads, disconnect the live test lead first.

Always ensure that test leads are secured so that they cannot be accidentally snagged or tripped over.

First, rotate the function key to the NCV position on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415. Place the jaw tip marked with NCV close to an AC outlet (or any AC conductor such as light switches or power cords) and scan back and forth across the outlet. A steady tone (buzzer) will sound, and the Red indicator LED flashes at a frequency of 3Hz, and the buzzer beeps at a frequency of 3Hz simultaneously if live voltage is greater than 40VAC (50~60Hz) is detected.

To differentiate between hot and neutral in an outlet, place the NCV tab directly next to each slot in the outlet. The tone (buzzer) will sound over the slot that is energized and not on the neutral slot.

Either test lead can also be used to differentiate between the hot and neutral. Plug the red or black test lead into the V input jack on the meter. With the function switch in the NCV position, insert the probe end of just one probe into the slots on the outlet. The meter will beep and the Red LED will flash when a hot conductor is contacted.

Ensure the function dial is set to measure AC or DC Current.

When measuring current, align conductor with dash marks on meter jaws.

For DC current point the arrow (located at base of jaws) towards the load.

Ensure the function dial is set to measure AC or DC Voltage (V~ or V—).

Connect the test leads: Common (COM) to the common terminal and the other test lead to the V/Ω terminal.

Connect the test leads across the component or circuit being measured.

Verify the circuit is de-energized on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415.

The meter will sense the level of resistance and beep if the resistance is less than 10 Ω to confirm that continuity is present.

Red LED will illuminate and resistance value will be displayed.

Verify the circuit is de-energized on the IDEAL TIGHTSIGHT 61-415 to obtain accurate measurements.

Rotate the Function Dial to the Resistance (Ω) position.

Connect the test leads to the circuit.

To exit Continuity and enter the Resistance mode, Press the SEL Button.

Rotate the Function Dial to the Capacitance (F) position.

Connect the test leads across the capacitor.

To exit Resistance and enter the Capacitance mode, Press the SEL Button.

Rotate the Function Dial to the Diode Test mode.

Connect the test leads across the diode with correct polarity for a forward measurement.

To exit Capacitance and enter the Diode Test mode, Press the SEL Button.

HOLD: All Functions (Except NCV) will respond with Normal Measurement (Default Function).

For ACA, DCA, ACV, DCV functions, the response is N/A (Default Function).

For Continuity function, the response is Continuity (Default Function).

The response is Auto range (LCD display “AUTO”) (Default Function).

The response is Normal Measurement (Default Function).

The response is Normal Measurement (Default Function).

The response is Normal Measurement (Default Function).

Short Press: Circularly enter or exit the data hold mode, LCD will display “HOLD” symbol.

Long press: Circularly turn on or off the backlight and flashlight, default is off. Applicable to all measuring settings. The backlight and flashlight will turn off automatically 5 minutes after they are activated. Long press SEL button again to turn on the backlight and flashlight.

Short press the RANGE key to enter manual range mode (LCD will not display “AUTO”), and the current range, press again to enter cyclical selection range.

Long press: exits manual range and enters Auto range. Switching measurement setting or restarting the unit returns the unit to the default setting.

Short press: enter “MAX/MIN” statistics mode, continuously updates the data, and you can circularly view the maximum value → minimum value → maximum value.

Long press: exits statistical mode and returns to the normal working mode. Depressing the MAX/MIN button for >2 sec. exits the MAX/MIN mode.

When HOLD function is in use, MAX/MIN is invalid.

After entering the statistical mode, exit the automatic range at the same time and enter into the current range, the APO will be disabled; exit the MAX/MIN function to restore the automatic range and automatic shutdown.

In the statistical mode, a short press of the HOLD key will stop refreshing the statistical data. At the same time, a short press of the MAX/MIN key can review the stored data of MAX/MIN, a short press of the HOLD key exits HOLD to continue refreshing the statistical data.

Short press: Circularly enter or exit REL function (when entering REL function, LCD will display Delta symbol).

Entering the REL function, exits auto range and enters into the current range.

When HOLD or MAX/MIN is in use, REL function is invalid.

Short press: Circularly enter or exits the ZERO clearing function (when entering the ZERO function, the LCD will display the “ZERO” symbol).

Pressing ZERO does not affect the current automatic or manual range status. Pressing ZERO and then pressing MAX/MIN will exit the automatic range and enter the current range.

When HOLD or MAX/MIN is in use, the ZERO function is invalid.

Displays “EF” – Electromagnetic Field.

The meter LED remains RED and the beep lasts for 1 second and then goes silent when voltages in excess of 30V are measured in ACV mode or when the meter’s voltage range is exceeded in DCV mode.

In ACV/DCV voltage measurement value: ACV/DCV is greater than or equal to 30V, the LCD displays the high voltage alarm lightning symbol. Simultaneously the NCV LED is on and beeping lasts for 1 second and then goes silent during measurement.

If the voltage data is out of range, the LCD displays “OL”, and the high voltage alarm lightning symbol appears. Simultaneously the NCV LED is on and beeping lasts for 1 second and then goes silent during measurement.

When turning the dial switch to any setting position except OFF, the buzzer will beep one time and NCV LED flash one time.

When the button selection is valid, the buzzer will beep one time; When the button is invalid, the buzzer will beep twice.

About 1 minute before the automatic shutdown, the buzzer will beep 5 times continuously, and 1 long beep before the unit shuts down.

When the automatic shutdown function is canceled, the buzzer will beep 5 times when it reaches the APO time setting.

LCD displays “OL” when over range is encountered.

When the battery voltage is less than or equal to 3.6 ± 0.2V, the low battery indication symbol appears on the screen and the meter still works normally. When the battery voltage drops to less than 3.1 ± 0.2V, “bAtt” is displayed for 5 seconds then shuts off. When the battery voltage is less than 2.3V, the meter is unreliable.

No actions of the rotary dial or button presses for 30 minutes will automatically cause the unit to shut down and enter the low-power state. Turning the meter off and then on will reset the meter to the default shutdown function, the LCD displays the “APO” symbol.

All the buttons can wake up the unit or rotate the dial switch to OFF setting and then turn on the unit to wake it up. Note: Use caution as shutting the unit off will lose any Max Min data that may have been in volatile memory.

Pressing the “SEL” key while turning on the unit at the same time, will cancel the auto shutdown function. Buzzer will beep 5 times and the LCD will not display the “APO” symbol.

Operating Temperature:

32°F to 86°F (0°C to 30°C) (80%RH)

86°F to 104°F (30°C to 40°C) (75%RH)

104°F to 122°F (40°C to 50°C) (45%RH)

Storage Temperature: 14°F to 140°F (-10°C to 60°C) (<80%RH)

Dimensions: (L x W x H) 61-405: 8.7 in. x 2.4 in. x 1.8 in. (220 mm. x 60 mm. x 44.5 mm.)

Dimensions: (L x W x H) 61-415: 8.8 in. x 2.4 in. x 1.8 in. (225 mm. x 60 mm. x 44.5 mm.)

Jaw Opening Dimensions: 0.75 in. (19 mm.)

Weight: 0.45 LBS (0.2 KG)

Display Count: 61-415: 6000

Display Count: 61-405: 6000

Power Source: 2 x 1.5V AAA

Battery Life: 100 Hours Typical

Do not use if meter appears damaged. Visually inspect the meter to ensure case and jaws are not cracked.

Inspect and replace test leads if insulation is damaged, metal is exposed, or probes are cracked. Pay particular attention to the insulation surrounding the connectors.

Inspect the battery compartment monthly for any signs of degradation. Low battery voltages will cause inaccuracies in readings. Remove the batteries for storage or if the meter will not be used for longer than one month. Battery leakage will compromise the safety of the meter and cause irreparable damage to internal components.

Switch off and disconnect the meter completely before carrying out any maintenance.

Clean the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

Keep away from liquids and ensure the meter is completely dry before use.

This unit has no user-serviceable parts.

This fork meter has no fuse.