• Measure flame safety control current
• Test run and start capacitors and motors
• Measure motor run current and capture peak motor start up amperage
• Measure heat anticipator current
• Determine thermocouple voltage
• Test line and control voltages
• Measure heating element resistance
• Measure air temperature in ducts
• Test for the presence of voltage in circuits without contacting the circuit
• Measure temperature differential using relative mode
• 400 Amps AC
• Measure motor in-rush current and run current
• Measure temperature differential using relative mode
• Frequency, Min/Max/Record, Data Hold and Peak Hold
• Up to 40,000 microfarads to test start and run capacitors
• 4,000 count display with 41 segment analog bar graph
• CAT III 600V rated
• cULus 61010
• 3-year limited warranty

The 270 comes complete with the following accessories:

• Carrying Pouch
• Test Lead Set
• Temperature Probe
• Instruction Manual
• Battery & Fuse

Model 270 Applications

• Measure flame safety control current
• Test run and start capacitors and motors
• Measure motor run current and capture peak motor start up amperage
• Measure heat anticipator current
• Determine thermocouple voltage
• Test line and control voltages
• Measure heating element resistance
• Measure air temperature in ducts
• Test for the presence of voltage in circuits without contacting the circuit
• Measure temperature differential using relative mode

Perform the following tests and/or measurements with the 270 and the appropriate function:

HVAC/R

• DCmV - Thermocouples in furnaces
• ACA - Heat anticipator current in thermostats
• ACV - Line voltage
• ACV or DCV - Control circuit voltage
• OHMS - Compressor winding resistance
• OHMS - Continuity of wiring
• CAP - Motor start and run capacitors
• ACA - Motor and compressor start up current
• Hz - Frequency on controls and line voltage
• TEMP - Air duct temperatures
• ALL - Bar graph to indicate rapid fluctuations

ELECTRICAL

• ACV - Measure line voltage
• ACA - Measure line current
• OHMS - Continuity of circuit breakers
• DCV - Voltage of direct drive DC motors
• ACA - Start up current of motors, relays, contactors and transformers

ELECTRONIC

• ACV - Measure power supply voltage
• ACA - Measure power supply current
• OHMS - Continuity of circuit breakers and fuses

Model 270 Specifications

DC Voltage

• Max Range: 600V
• Max Resolution: 0.1mV
• Basic Accuracy: 0.5%

AC Voltage

• Max Range: 600V
• Max Resolution: 0.1mV
• Basic Accuracy: 1.2%

DC Amps: N/A

DC Microamps

• Max Range: 400uA
• Max Resolution: 0.01uA
• Basic Accuracy: 3%

AC Amps

• Max Range: 400A
• Max Resolution: 0.1A
• Basic Accuracy: 3%

Resistance

• Max Range: 40MΩ
• Max Resolution: 0.1Ω
• Basic Accuracy: 1%

Frequency

• Max Range: 400MHz
• Max Resolution: 0.1Hz
• Basic Accuracy: 1%

Capacitance

• Max Range: 40mF
• Max Resolution: 0.001nF
• Basic Accuracy: 1%

Temperature

• Max Range: 1000°F
• Max Resolution: 0.1°F
• Basic Accuracy: 1%

Non-Contact Voltage (NCV): 24VAC and above

Continuity Buzzer: <35Ω

Diode Test: 1.5mA Max

True RMS Response: No

Peak Hold: No

Relative Mode: No

Min/Max Record: No

Data Hold: Yes

% Total Harmonic Distortion: No

Range Selection: Auto / Manual

Display Type: 4000 count LCD with analog bargraph

Operating Temperature: 32°F to 113°F

Relative Humidity: 80% non-condensing

Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F

Battery Type: 9V (MN1604)

Battery Life: 80hrs typical

Auto Off / Sleep Mode: Yes

Dimensions: (H x L x W) 1.3” x 10” x 2.5”

Weight: 0.8lb

Agency Approval

• CE IEC 61010: CAT III, 600V cULus 61010