function range switch to the maximum range 3.

SELECT To gain excellent measured result by separating

position if scope of measured value cannot be To switch over between element from circuit.
determined. Be sure to cut off circuit power and Note: Automatic shutdown function will be To disconnect probe and measured circuit then
discharge all capacitors before measuring cancelled if pressing SELECT key to wake up remove probe from input end after all
of online resistance, diode or circuit. Disconnect the meter from the sleep mode. measurement operations.
probe and measured circuit then remove probe 4.Automatic Shutdown 4. Diode measurement ( ) (See Figure 6)
from input end of clamp meter and cut off power Clamp meter will power off automatically Warning: Be sure to cut off circuit power and
after measurement. (under sleeping status) to save electric energy if discharge residual charge
8. Replace the battery when“ ” shows on the function key and knob switch fail to operate of all capacitors before
LCD to ensure the measuring accuracy.To within 15 minutes during measurement. Clamp load connection.
take battery out if clamp meter has not been meter will start up automatically (under To set knob.
used for a long time. working status) by rotating function key under Please place
9. Please do not alter internal wiring of clamp meter automatic shutdown status. (Please refer to Item function knob to
randomly to avoid instrument damage and safety 6 for effective key operation.) .
danger. Note: Automatic shutdown function will be To select functions.
10.Do not store or use clamp meter in environment cancelled by pressing SELECT key for wake-up To select diode detection
of high-temperature, high-humidity, flammables, under sleeping status. by pressing SELECT key;
explosives and strong current magnetic Field. 5.Buzzer To connect load. Figure 6
11.Please clean the instrument shell by soft cloth Buzzer will beep if pressing any effective function To gain excellent measured result by separating
and neutral detergent during maintenance. Do key under any measurement range. It will not ring element from circuit.
not use abrasive or solvent to avoid shell if the key is invalid. Buzzer will issue 5 warning To disconnect probe and measured circuit then
corrosion which may cause any damage to the voices continuously about 1 minute before remove probe from input end after all
clamp meter or personal injury. automatic shutdown. It also will issue a long-term measurement operations.
voice before power off.
IV.Electrical Symbols
6.Key validity 5. Continuity Test ( ) (See Figure 7)
Double Insulated Grounding
Not all keys are valid under any range. As indicated Warning: Be sure to cut off circuit power and
AC DC
below, corresponding functions or to wake up the discharge residual charge of all capacitors
Diode Low battery Indication
Warning prompt Buzzing ON/OFF meter can be achieved only when the keys are valid. before load connection.
I.Overview AC or DC Key SELECT REL HOLD To set knob.
To meet European Union standard. Please place function knob to
Warning
Please read the manual and “Safety Information” To select functions.
V.The Meter Structure (See Figure 1)
and Warnings carefully before using the meter. To select conductance detection by pressing
1. Input end; Hz N/A N/A SELECT key;
UT204A is a 4000-count AC/DC digital clamp meter 2. LCD digit display; N/A
3. Function key: To select basic functions; To connect load.
with stable performance, high degree of safety and
4. Measurement function knob: White mark is Buzzer will ring if
reliability. It is designed with large-scale integrated
initially set value; Blue mark is validated after measured resistance
circuits and dual integral A/D converter as its core,
is less than
overload protection for all ranges and novel structure, selecting blue key;
which make it a superb tool for electricians. The 5. Clamp head trigger: To press
VIII. Measurement Instructions 10 . It can ring or
not ring if measured
7

meter can measure AC/DC voltage, AC/DC current, the trigger to loosen clamp
6

1. DC voltage measurement ( ) (See Figure 3)

resistance exceeds 10 .
resistance, diode, continuity, capacitance, frequency head. Clamp head will be 4
Warning: Clamp meter cannot be used for
To disconnect probe and
5

and temperature, etc. tightened again conductive object of which voltage exceeds
measured circuit then Figure 7
3

if loosening the trigger; AC/DC 600V .

II. Unpacking Inspection 6. Hand protection: It prevents
2

To set knob.
remove probe from input
end after all measurement operations.
Please open the package box and take instrument users from touching any 1 Please place function knob to
out. Please check if following items are deficient or dangerous area. To select key functions. 6. Capacitance measurement ( ) (See
damaged or not. 7. Clamp head: It is a device to The clamp meter defaults at Figure 8)
1. Operating Manual 1 pc measure AC/DC current to Figure 1 DC Voltage and auto-ranging
convert current to voltage. Single Warning: Be sure to cut off circuit power and
2. Test Probes 1 pair mode. Press REL △ to
conductor of measured current must pass through access relative mode. discharge residual charge of all capacitors
3. Temperature probe 1 pc
center of clamp head perpendicularly; before load connection.
4. Guarantee certificate 1 pc To connect load. V

To disconnect probe To set knob.

Please contact your supplier instantly if any VI.Display Symbols(See Figure 2) Please place function knob to
and measured circuit then
item is deficient or damaged. 5 6 7 8 9 10
11
remove probe from input To select functions.
4
III. Safety Information 3
12 end after all measurement Figure 3 To select capacitance detection by pressing
13 operations. SELECT key;
The instrument is designed and manufactured in 14
compliance with GB4793, IEC61010-1 and IEC 2
15 2. AC voltage measurement ( ) (See Figure 4) To connect load.
1
1010-2-032: Double Insulation, Overvoltage CAT 16
Figure 2 Measurement notice:
Ⅱ600V & CATⅢ 300V and Pollution Degree 2. Warning: Clamp meter cannot be used for
1)Be sure to reset by
A Warning identifies conditions and actions that 1. Indicator for AC Measurement; conductive article of which voltage exceeds
pressing REL key
may pose hazards to the user, or cause damage 2. Indicates negative polarity; AC/DC 600V .
before measurement.
to the Meter or equipment under test. Please pay 3. Indicator for DC Measurement; To set knob.
2)Instrument reading will
attention to warnings and use the meter as 4. Low Battery Indication; Please place function knob to
delay for about 30
specified as follows, otherwise the protection offered 5. under Auto-Ranging Mode; To select key functions. seconds normally when
by the clamp meter would be impaired. 6. Indicator for Diode Test; Press SELECT button to
~
Figure 8
measuring large capacitance.
1. Please inspect clamp meter and test leads before 7. Indicator for Continuity Test; select AC voltage mode,
8. Indicator for Duty Cycle Test; To disconnect probe and measured circuit then
use to avoid damage or abnormal use. Please it defaults at auto
9. Data Hold is Active; remove probe from input end after all
do not use the clamp meter again if test leads or -ranging.Press
10. Indicator for Relative Measurement; measurement operations.
shell insulation is damaged obviously with LCD REL△ to access
11. Temperature Unit (℃); relative mode.
~
V
7.Frequency measurement (Hz) (See Figure 9)
display failure or clamp meter cannot operate 12. Resistance Unit (Ω, KΩ and MΩ);
normally. To connect load. Warning: Clamp meter cannot be used for
13. Frequency Unit (Hz);
2. It is strictly prohibited to use clamp meter before To disconnect probe and
14. Capacitance Unit (nF and µF); conductive objecte of which voltage exceeds
covering rear cover and battery cell to avoid measured circuit then
15. Current Unit (A); Figure 4 AC/DC 600V.
electric shock. remove probe from
16. Voltage Unit (mV and V) To set knob.
3. Fingers cannot exceed the finger guard of probe input end after all measurement operations.
Please place function knob to Hz
during measurement. Do not touch nude electric VII. Key Functions and Automatic 3. Resistance measurement ( ) (See Figure 5) To select key functions.
wires, connector, unused input end or circuits Shutdown Warning: Be sure to cut off circuit power and To connect load.
during measurement to avoid electric shock. 1.HOLD discharge residual charge of all capacitors To disconnect probe and
4. Function switch must be in correct position It is to maintain displayed reading by triggering. before load connection. measured circuit then
before measurement. It is strictly prohibited to Displayed value will be locked for constant display remove probe from
To set knob.
change ranges during measurement to avoid by pressing the key once. It can be pressed again input end after all
Please place function
damage of clamp meter. to release locking status and return to common knob to measurement
Hz

5. Do not exert more than 600V between terminal .

measurement status. To select key operations.
of clamp meter and grounding to avoid electric functions.
2.REL
Shock or damage of clamp meter. It defaults at Ω
Press down the key to use current reading as the
6. To operate the instrument carefully under DC 60V reference value and reset the display to "0". This mode and in auto
or AC 30V to avoid electric shock. -ranging.Press REL△ Figure 9
reference value is subtracted every time from
7. Do not measure voltage or current which is more measuring results until you press the key again to access relative mode. Figure 5
than permissible input value. Be sure to place to exit the mode. To connect load.
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8.Temperature measurement ( ) (See IX. Technical Indicators (6) Capacitance ( ) sensitive device, Hall element will be sensitive to
Figure 10) Range Resolution Accuracy Overload protection heat and mechanical stress to different extents
1.General specification
4nF 0.001nF in addition to magnetic sensitivity. Collision will
LCD display: 4000 counts;
To set knob. 40nF 0.01nF cause short-term reading variation.
To place function knob to Polarity display: Automatic display; 400nF 0.1nF AC conversion type:
(4.0%+3) 600Vp
Overload display: To display OL or -OL ， 4µF 0.001µF AVG response; RMS value for sinewave input.
To select functions.
Low Battery Indication: shows as battery 40µF 0.01µF
X. Maintenance(See Figure 13)
To connect load. 100µF 0.1µF (5.0%+10)
voltage is less than required working voltage.
Sampling rate: 3 times/second; Warning: Please remove testing rod before
To measure under RELATIVE measurement mode;
Sensor category: Hall affect sensor for DC/AC opening bottom cover to avoid electric shock.
measurement; (7) Frequency (Hz) 1. General maintenance
Error of testing position: 1.0% of additional Range Resolution Accuracy Overload protection A. The clamp meter must be repaired and served
reading error may be caused if failing to place 10Hz 0.001Hz by qualified professional repair personnel or
measured source to center of clamp head during 100Hz 0.01Hz designated repair department.
current measurement; 1kHz 0.1Hz B. To clean the shell periodically by dry cloth.
Figure 10 (0.5%+3) 600Vp
10kHz 1Hz However, it is not allowed to use detergent
Shock-resistant: pass 1m drop test; 100kHz 10Hz
1) LCD will display OL if failing to insert with abrasive or solvent .
Max.clamp Opening : 28mm diameter; 1MHz 100Hz
temperature sensor. Clamp meter will display
Max. Tested Conductor: 26mm diameter; 10MHz 1kHz (Reading is only for reference.)
current indoor temperature after user inserting
temperature sensor. Influence of electromagnetic field: Device used Sensitivity: 300mV rms if 100kHz;
2) The protection for the temperature range is near electromagnetic field may display unstable 600mV rms if 100kHz;
1KΩ resistor(R59). any conductor with voltage or incorrect reading; 800mV rms if 1MHz;
present cannot be inserted into input jack to 2.Environment limitation
avoid. Indoor use Input amplitude a:
9. DC current measurement ( ) (See The altitude height: 2,000m 10Hz～100kHz : 30V rms ≥ a ≥300mV rms
Figure 11) Safety rules: ICE 1010-1 CAT.II 600V 100kHz～10MHz : 30V rms ≥ a ≥600mV rms
To set knob. CAT.III300V
Pollution degree: 2 (8) Temperature ( )
To place function knob to 40A or 600A
Operation temperature & humidity: 0 to 30 Range Accuracy Overload protection
To select functions. (not more than 80%R.H.) -40 ~0 (8%+5)
The meter defaults at DC Current Mode. -40 ~ Plug-in resistance
30 to 40 (not more than 75%R.H.) 1,000 0 ~400 (2.5%+3)
of 1K
To connect load. 40 to 50 (not more than 45%R.H.)
400 ~1,000 (3.0%+3)

Storage temperature & humidity: -20 to +60 Note:

(not more than 80%R.H.) 1) There is no voltage protection for temperature
A
ranges. It is not allowed to insert electrified
3.Electrical specification conductor into jack to avoid burnout of 1K
Accuracy: (a% readings + b digits)
resistance;
Calibration period for 1 year
Ambient temperature: 23 5 2) K type thermocouple (Ni-Cr~Ni-Si) is only
Ambient humidity: Not more than 80% R.H. suitable to temperature measurement of less
Temperature coefficient: 0.1*precision/1 than 230 . Rod type temperature sensor shall
Figure 11
be used for temperature measurement of more
(1)DC voltage ( ) than 230 .
Please do not loosen trigger suddenly. As a
Range Resolution Accuracy Overload protection
sensitive device, Hall element will be sensitive to 400.0mV 0.1mV (0.8%+3) (9) DC current ( )
heat and mechanical stress to different extents 4.000V 1mV Range Accuracy Overload protection
Resolution
in addition to magnetic sensitivity. Collision will 40.00V 10mV (0.8%+1) 600V DC/AC 40.00A 0.01A
cause short-term reading variation. Please open 400.0V 100mV (2%+5) 600A DC/AC
600A 1A
the clamp head by pressing trigger then fetch 600V 1V (1%+3)
measured conductor by clamp head and loosen Input impedance: 10M Ω Note:
trigger slowly until it is closed completely. Please Current measurement function must be operated
check if measured conductor is in the middle of (2)AC voltage ( ) between 0 and 40 . Current direction is
clamp head or not. Additional error may be caused from bottom to top for positive reading during
Range Resolution Accuracy Overload protection
if failing to place it in the middle of clamp head. 4.000V 1mV
DC current measurement. (As shown in Figure
Clamp meter can measure a current conductor 40.00V 10mV (1%+5) 11, panel is on the top and bottom cover is on the
600V DC/AC bottom.) Please do not loosen the trigger
once and measurement reading error may be 400.0V 100mV
caused if measuring two or more current 600V 1V (1.2%+5) suddenly after pressing. As a sensitive device,
conductors at the same time. Input impedance: 10M //not less than 100pF Hall element will be sensitive to heat and
mechanical stress to different extents addition to
10. AC current measurement ( ) (See Frequency response: 40Hz~400Hz
magnetic sensitivity. Collision will cause short
Figure 12) AC conversion type:
-term reading variation. More correct
To set knob. AVG response, RMS value for sinewave input. measurement can be guaranteed
To place function knob to 40A or 600A (3) Resistance ( ） by following operation methods:
To select functions. Range Resolution Accuracy Overload protection Press the trigger and open clamp head to
To press SELECT key for AC current 400.0 100m (1.2%+2) fetch measured conductor by clamp head then
measurement; 4.000K 1 loosen trigger slowly until clamp head is closed
To connect load. 40.00K 10 (1%+2)
600Vp
completely. Please check if measured conductor
400.0K 100 is in the middle of clamp head or not. Additional
4.000M 1K (1.2%+2) reading error of 1.0% may be caused if failing
40.00M 10K (1.5%+2)
to place it in the middle of clamp head;
To remove clamp head away from the current
(4) Diode test ( ) conductor;
Range Resolution Accuracy Overload protection To press REL key for display resetting;
To display To repeat step ;
Figure 12 1mV approximate 600Vp
positive pressure To gain more correct reading by above
drop. (Open circuit measurement steps;
Please do not loosen trigger suddenly. As a voltage is about
1.48V.) (10) AC current ( )
sensitive device, Hall element will be sensitive to
heat and mechanical stress to different extents Range Resolution Accuracy Frequency Overload
(5) Continuity test ( ) response protection
except magnetic sensitivity. Collision will cause 40.00A 0.01A (2.5%+8)
Range Resolution Accuracy Overload protection 50Hz~60Hz 600A DC/AC
short-term reading variation.Please open the 600A 1A (2.5%+5)
Buzzer will ring if
clamp head by pressing trigger then fetch meas 600Vp
0.1 it is less than or Note:
-ured conductor by clamp head and loosen trigger equal to 10 .
slowly until it is closed completely. Please check (Open circuit Current measurement function must be fulfilled
if measured conductor is in the middle of clamp voltage is about between 0 and 40 . Frequency response:
0.45V.) 50Hz~60Hz;
head or not. Additional error may be caused if
failing to place it in the middle of clamp head. Note: Buzzer will ring or not ring if measured Instable or incorrect inductive reading with less
Clamp meter can measure a current conductor resistance exceeds 10 than 10 words may be displayed in AC current
once and measurement reading error may be gear and it will not influence measurement result.
caused if measuring two or more current cond Please do not loosen trigger suddenly. As a
-uctors at the same time.