Meter Mode ® - (Independent of all other Tests)

How to activate Meter Mode

• Hold F3 from main screen display for 2 seconds
• Screen will change to show volts by default when socket is ( not powered )
• Plug appliance into testers , test socket , Press F3 to go into power mode and will show ( Warning device will be powered )
• Press F3 again to continue and (power the device). If you continue the A-N LED on the tester will flash green      and device will power up. Otherwise press enter to exit.
• Press the enter key to stop the power mode and return to volts.
• Pressing F3 key will start power mode again.
• TnT stays in  Meter Mode  regardless of power on/off until you exit
• Pressing Return key will exit meter mode and return the main menu.
• If the TnT is reset in meter mode it will return to meter mode when powered up again.

Meter Mode Uses

Meter Mode is a new and versatile function of the new Gen 4 tester that will allow you to display Electrical Parameters from a Power outlet source or from the appliance under test.

Typical Applications

Example.:  Measuring the Power of a bar heater, or electric power drill check the ratings and compare them to that on the compliance plate etc. Quick test of Power outlet Voltages in rooms or locations split from multiple circuits.

Meter Mode Features – (Four Discrete Options)

Electrical parameters are displayed as Volts, Amps, Watts, and Volt / Amps

These electrical parameters will be displayed on the Testers main screen display. Select from the 4 Test available in Meter Mode.

Meter Mode Measures and displays volts in AC, Current in Amps, Power Measurement in Watts and VA in Volt/AMPS

Explanation of Electrical Parameters

Volts

• A volt is the unit used to measure the energy available in the electrical current of a circuit. Voltage controls the available electrical power (wattage).

Amperes

An amp is the unit used to measure electrical current as it flows past a specified point.

Watts

• A watt is the unit used to measure the amount of actual flowing electrical energy.

Volt-Amps

• A volt-amp is the unit used to measure the apparent electrical power used by computing equipment. Mathematically, it is expressed as volts times amps (V*A).

*Meter Mode ® is a unique function of all TnT Gen 4 Models.

Uses of Volt-Amp Measurement

• Because it represents the amount of energy computing systems may draw from a power grid, the VA is used to determine the kind of wiring and circuit breakers required to support the computing equipment in question.

Watts and VA (Detailed Explanation)

The power drawn by equipment is expressed in Watts or Volt-Amps (VA). The power in Watts is the real power drawn by the equipment. Volt-Amps are called the "apparent power" and are the product of the voltage applied to the equipment times the current drawn by the equipment. Both Watt and VA ratings have a use and purpose. The Watt rating determines the actual power purchased from the utility company and the heat loading generated by the equipment

Safety Precautions

Make sure you have a clear and safe area when powering any equipment, remove any drills bits etc before testing any equipment. Always read equipment compliance plates.

Disclaimer

Meter Mode is to be used for quick simple indicative electrical parameter measurements. Providing reasonably accurate readings without the need to carry any other instruments. It is not intended to replace specific, more accurate individual test equipment, nor is its purpose to replace prescribed testing requirements. It in doubt please consult a qualified electrician when unsure or perform proper test procedures.