Model UT513

OPERATING MANUAL
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Table of Contents
Title Page
Introduction 5
Unpacking the Meter 5
Safety Information 6
International Electrical Symbols 8
Battery Saver (Sleep Mode) 8
Battery Indication 8
The Meter Structure 9
Display 12
Key Functions 14
Measurement Operation 17
A. Measuring Voltages 17
B. Measuring Insulation Resistance 19
a) Continuous Measurement 20
b) Timed Measurement 20
c) Polarization Index (PI) Measurement 21
d) Compare Function 22
The Use of Power Adaptor 23

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Title Page

USB Interface 24
Maintenance 25
A. General Service 25
B. Replacing the Battery 26
Specifications 27
Safety and Compliances 27
Physical Specifications 27
General Specifications 28
Feature Summary 28
Detailed Accuracy Specifications 29
A. Voltage Measurement 29
B. Insulation Resistance Measurement 30

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List of Tables

Table Title Page

1. Unpacking Inspection 5
2. International Electrical Symbols 8
3. Battery Indication 8
4. Meter Front Description 10
5. Meter Side Description 11
6. Display Description 13
7. Key Description 14

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List of Figures

Figure Title Page

1. The Meter Front Structure 9

2. The Meter Side Structure 11
3. Display 12
4. Voltages Measurement 17
5. Insulation Resistance Measurement 19
6. The Use of Power Adaptor 23
7. USB Interface Connection 24
8. Battery Replacement 26

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Introduction Table 1. Unpacking Inspection

Uni-Trend Model UT513 insulation resistance tester Item Description Qty

(hereafter, the Meter) is a handheld instrument 1 English Operating Manual 1 piece
designed primarily to make resistance/ insulation
2 One plug test lead to one alligator 1 piece
resistance measurement.
clip (Black colour)
Unpacking the Meter 3 One plug test lead to one alligator 1 piece
clip (Green colour)
The Meter includes the following items:
4 Two plugs test lead to one 1 piece
alligator clip (Red colour)
5 1.5V Battery (LR14) 8 pieces
6 Tool Box 1 piece
7 USB Interface Cable 1 piece
8 Software 1 piece
9 Power adaptor (input voltage 1 piece
230V, 50/60Hz, 75mA, output
DC14V, 1.0A)(optionally, available
at extra cost)

In the event you find any missing or damage, please

contact your dealer immediately.

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Safety Information Operating Caution identifies conditions that user

This Meter complies with the standards IEC61010 safety needs to take extra care during operating the Meter
measurement requirement: in pollution degree 2, International electrical symbols used on the Meter and
overvoltage category (CAT. III 600V) and double in this Operating Manual are explained on page 8.
insulation.

CAT II: Local level, appliance, PORTABLE EQUIPMENT Danger

etc., with smaller transient voltage overvoltages than Use of instrument in a manual not specifed by the
CAT. III manufactuer may impair safety features/protection
provided by the equipment. Read the following
Use the Meter only as specified in this operating manual, safety information carefully before using or
otherwise the protection provided by the Meter may be servicing the instrument.
impaired.
Do not apply more than 600V.
Danger identifies conditions and actions that pose Do not use the Meter around explosive gas,
hazard(s) to the user. vapor or dust.
Do not use the Meter in a wet environment.
Warning identifies avoiding electric shock. When using the test leads, keep your figures
Caution identifies conditions and actions that may away from the lead contacts. Keep your
damage the Meter and carrying out accurate figures behind the finger guards on the leads.
measurement. Do not use the Meter with any parts or cover
removed.

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When carrying out insulation measurement, When performing resistance tests, remove all
do not contact the circuit under test. power from the circuit to be measured and
discharge all the power.
Warning When servicing the Meter, use only the same
Do not use the Meter if it is damaged or metal model number or identical electrical
part is exposed. Look for cracks or missing specifications of test leads and power adaptor.
plastic. Do not use the Meter if the battery indicator
Be careful when working above 33V rms, 46.7V ( ) shows a battery empty condition. Take
ac rms or 70V DC. Such voltages pose a shock the battery out from the Meter if it is not used
hazard. for a long time.
Discharge all loading of circuit under test after Do not use or store the Meter in an
measuring high voltage. environment of high temperature, humidity,
Do not change battery when the Meter is in explosive, inflammable and strong magnetic
wet environment. field. The performance of the Meter may
Place test leads in proper input terminals. deteriorate after dampened.
Make sure all the test leads are firmly Soft cloth and mild detergent should be used
connected to the Meters input terminals. to clean the surface of the Meter when
Make sure the Meter is turned off when servicing. No abrasive and solvent should be
opening the battery compartment. used to prevent the surface of the Meter from
corrosion, damage and accident.
Caution Dry the Meter before storing if it is wet.

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International Electrical Symbols Battery Indication

International symbols on the Meter and in this manual There is a battery indicator shows on the display upper
are explained in Table 2. left hand corner. Below Table 3 is the explanation:
Table 2. International Electrical Symbols
Table 3. Battery Indication
Risk of electric shock
Battery Battery Voltage
Equipment protected by double or
reinforced insulation. Indicator
DC Measurement 10V or less. It means the battery is
AC Measurement empty, dont use the Meter as it cannot
Grounding guarantee accuracy.
See Manual 10V~10.5V. It means the battery is
Empty of Built-In Battery nearly empty, replacing battery is
Conforms to Standards of European Union necessary. At this status, the Meter can
still do 500V and 1000V output
Battery Saver (Sleep Mode)
The Meter enters the Sleep Mode and blanks the display measurement, accuracy will not be
if there is no button press for 15 minutes. This is done affected.
to conserve battery power. The Meter comes out of 10.6V~11.5V
Sleep Mode when ON/OFF button is pressed and hold 11.6V or more
for 1 second.
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The Meter Structure

Below Figure 1 and Table 4 shows the Meter front
structure and description

Green Black Red

Figure 1. The Meter Front Structure

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Table 4. Meter Front Description

1 LCD 17 Up Button
2 Scroll Button 18 LINE: High Voltage output input terminal
3 Emergency Stop (two plugs red test lead to one alligator clip)
4 Data Clear the Display Backlight Button 19 High voltage line shielding input terminal
5 Down Button (two plugs red test lead to one alligator clip)
6 On/Off Button 20 GUARD: Grounding protection input terminal
7 Compare Button (one plug black test lead to one alligator clip)
8 Insulation Resistance Button 21 EARTH: High resistance measurement input
9 DC Voltages measurement Button terminal (one plug green test lead to one
10 Timer Button. alligator clip)
11 AC Voltages measurement Button 22 Testing leads:
12 Test Button Two plugs red test lead to one alligator clip.
13 USB Button One plug black test lead to one alligator clip.
14 Data Store Button. One plug green test lead to one alligator
15 Data Recall Button clip.
16 Scroll Button

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Below Figure 2 and Table 5 shows the Meter side Table 5. Meter Side Description
structure and description
1 Safety Shutter
2 Power adaptor Input Terminal
3 USB Port

Figure 2. The Meter Side Structure

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Display
Table 6 and Figure 3 describe the display.

Figure 3. Display

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Table 6. Display Description

Number Meaning Number Meaning

1 Indicator for DC voltage 12 Data recall is on
2 Indicator for data store full 13 Indicator for polarization index
3 Indicator for clearing 14 Unit symbols
4 Indicator for AC voltage 15 The continuity buzzer is on
5 Indicator for timer 16 Compare feature pass
6 Step symbol 17 Analogue bar graph
7 Indicates selected pass/fail compare value 18 Risk of electric shock
8 Indicates for negative reading 19 Compare feature fail
9 Timer 1 symbol 20 Indicator for power adaptor
10 Timer 2 symbol 21 Battery life indicator
11 Data store is on

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Key Functions
Table 7. Key Description

ON/OFF Turn on or off the Meter. Press and value.

hold the button for 1 second to turn the LOAD Press once to recall the first stored
Meter on. Press again to turn off the value.
Meter. Press again to exit Load feature.
The Meter default range is 500V Load feature can only be used when
insulation resistance continuous there is no high voltage output.
measurement when turning on. When the insulation resistance
E-STOP Emergency stop button. Press this measurement has no testing voltage
button when the Meter is hang and output, press to select one voltage
cannot turn off the power. range up.
CLEAR / Press to turn on or off the display Under load mode: press to recall the
backlight previous stored value.
Press and hold to clear the stored data When the insulation resistance
SAVE Press to store the current measurement measurement has no testing voltage
value. The maximum number of stored output, press to select one voltage
reading is 18. When the stored readings range down.
memory is full, the Meter shows FULL Under load mode: press to recall the
and stop storing. Press and hold next stored value.
CLEAR / to clear the stored value
in order to store the next measurement

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Table 7. Key Description

When set the timer duration for the increment the time. The maximum
measurement of insulation resistance length of time is 30 minutes and 30
or polarization index, press to seconds, the Meter will automatically
decrement the time. The maximum carry out measurement.
length of time is 15 minutes and 30 When use the compare feature
seconds, the Meter will automatically measuring insulation resistance,
carry out measurement. press to increment a resistance
When compare feature measuring comparing value.
insulation resistance, press to After polarization index
decrement a resistance comparing measurement, press to display
value. polarization index, TIME 2 insulation
After polarization index resistance value and TIME 1
measurement, press to display insulation resistance value in
polarization index, TIME 2 insulation sequence.
resistance value and TIME 1 USB Press once to start the data
insulation resistance value in transferring to the computer via USB,
sequence. USB symbol shows on the display.
When set the timer duration for the Press again to stop the data
measurement of insulation resistance transferring to the computer via USB,
or polarization index, press to USB symbol disappears.

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Table 7. Key Description

COMP Set a pass / fail limit for insulation tests.

The default value is 10M
TIME Pres to step through continuous
measurement, timed measurement and
polarization index measurement in
sequence.
TEST Press to stop or start an insulation
resistance test
IR Press to initiate insulation resistance
measurement
DCV Press to initiate DC voltage
measurement
ACV Pres to initiate AC voltage
measurement

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Measurement Operation A. Measuring Voltages

Below section explains how to make measurements.

Press and hold ON/OFF to turn on the Meter, press

Red
again to turn off the Meter. The Meter default range is
500V insulation resistance continuous measurement
when turning on.

Green

Figure 4. Voltages Measurement

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Operating Catuion
To avoid harms to you or damages to the Meter,
please do not attempt to measure voltages
higher than 600V or 600V rms, although
readings may be obtained.
Special care should be taken when measuring
high voltage.
To measure voltages, set up the Meter as Figure 4 and
do the following:
1. Press DCV or ACV button to select DC voltage or
AC voltage measurement
2. Insert the red and green test lead into the tested
circuit.
3. When measuring DC voltage, if the red test lead is
negative voltage, - symbol will show on the display.
Note
When voltage measurement has been completed,
disconnect the connection between the testing
leads and the circuit under test and remove testing
leads away from the input terminals of the Meter.

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B. Measuring Insulation Resistance Operating Caution

Red
When performing insulation resistance tests,
remove all power from the circuit to be
measured and discharge all the power.
Operating the Meter must be very careful as it
outputs dangerous voltage during
measurement. Must make sure the tested object
is firmed clipped, hands are away from the
clips, then press TEST button to put high
voltage.
Do not short circuit the testing leads during
Green
high voltages output or test insulation
resistance after high voltages output. This kind
of incorrect operating may cause sparking and
fire, which damages the Meter and harms to
you.
Black
Do not measure over 10 seconds when:
500V measure resistance lower than 2M
Groud
1000V measure resistance lower than 5M
2500V measure resistance lower than 10M
5000V measure resistance lower than 20M
Figure 5. Insulation Resistance Measurement

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To measure insulation resistance, set up the Meter as

Figure 5 and do the following:
Press TIME button to select continuous
1. Press IR button to select insulation resistance measurement mode, there is no timer icon on the
measurement. LCD.
2. When there is no testing voltage output, press Press and hold TEST button for 1 second to
and button to select voltages of 500V, 1000V, carry out continuous measurement. Output
2500V or 5000V. insulation resistance testing voltage, TEST button
3. When performing insulation resistance tests, remove light up, blinks on every 0.5 seconds.
all power from the circuit to be measured and Press TEST button to close the insulation resistance
discharged all the power. measurement voltage when measurement is
4. Insert the red test lead into the LINE input terminal completed. TEST button lights off, disappears.
and the black test lead into GUARD input terminal. The LCD shows the current insulation resistance
5. Connect the red and black alligator clip to the circuit measurement value.
to be measured, negative voltage output from LINE
terminal.
6. Choose below insulation resistance measurement Press TIME button to select timed measurement
mode. mode, the LCD displays TIME 1 and symbols.
Press and buttons to set the time (00:10~15:00).
Within 1 minute, the time increment or decrement
by every 5 seconds. Afterward, the time increment
or decrement by every 30 seconds.

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Then press and hold TEST button for 2 second to or decrement by every 30 seconds.
carry out timed measurement. TIME 1 and are Then press and hold TEST button for 2 seconds to
displayed and blinked on the LCD on every 0.5 carry out timed measurement.
seconds. TIME 1 and are displayed and blinked on the
When the set time is reached, the insulation LCD on every 0.5 seconds before TIME 1 set time
resistance measurement voltage will be closed is reached.
and the measurement will be automatically stopped. TIME 2 and are displayed and blinked on the
The LCD displays the insulation resistance reading. LCD on every 0.5 seconds before TIME 2 set time
is reached.
When the two set time are reached, the insulation
resistance measurement voltage will be closed and
Press TIME button to select timed measurement the measurement will be automatically stopped.
mode, the LCD displays TIME 1 and symbols. The LCD displays the polarization index reading.
Press and buttons to set the time (00:10~15:00). Press , to set through the polarization index,
Within 1 minute, the time increment or decrement TIME 2 insulation resistance reading and TIME 2
by every 5 seconds. Afterward, the time increment insulation resistance reading.
or decrement by every 30 seconds.
Press TIME button again. TIME 2, PI and symbols Information:
appear on the LCD. PI = 3 minutes ~10 minutes reading / 30 seconds ~1
Press and buttons to set the time (00:15~15:30). minute reading
Within 1 minute, the time increment or decrement
PI 4 or more 4~2 2.0~1.0 1.0 or less
by every 10 seconds. Afterward, the time increment
Standard The best Good Warning Bad

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Press COMP button to select compare feature.

COMP symbol displays on the LCD..
Press and buttons to set the compare value
Below is the list in sequence of the compare value:
10M , 20M , 30M , 40M , 50M , 60M , 70M ,
80M , 90M ,100M , 200M , 300M , 400M ,
500M , 600M , 700M , 800M , 900M ,1G ,
2G , 3G , 4G , 5G , 6G , 7G , 8G , 9G ,
10G ,20G , 330G , 40G , 50G , 60G , 70G ,
80G , 90G , 100G ,200G , 300G , 400G ,
500G , 600G , 700G , 800G , 900G
Press and hold TEST button for 2 seconds to carry
out the measurement.
The NG symbol will display if the insulation
resistance value is smaller than resistance value.
Otherwise GOOD symbol will be displayed.

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The Use of Power Adaptor 1. Open the side safey shutter, then you will see there
is a power adaptor input terminal.
The use of power adaptor, see figure 6 2. Make sure the Meter is power off and insert the
UT513 power adaptor to the input terminal.
3. It is highly recommeded to take out all the batteries
when you are using the power adaptor.
4. Make sure the Meter is power off when you
disconnect the UT513 power adaptor from the Meter.
5. It is highly recommeded to use Uni-Trend supplied
UT513 power adaptor to avoid dangerous.

Figure 6. The Use of Power Adaptor

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USB Interface 1. Install the included software, the installation guide

Connecting the USB interface, see figure 7 can be seen from the CD.
2. Open the side safety shutter, then you will see there
is a USB port.
3. Insert the included USB cable to the Meters USB
port and the other end to the computer.

Figure 7. USB Interface Connection

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Maintenance If the Meter is wet, dry it before use.

This section provides basic maintenance information
including battery replacement instruction.

Warning
Do not attempt to repair or service your Meter unless
you are qualified to do so and have the relevant
calibration, performance test, and service
information.
A. General Service
Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and
mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents.
To clean the terminals with cotton bar with detergent,
as dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect
readings.
Turn the Meter to OFF when it is not in use.
Take out the battery when it is not using for a long
time.
Do not use or store the Meter in a place of humidity,
high temperature, explosive, inflammable and strong
magnetic field.

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B. Replacing the Battery Operating Caution

Dont mix to use old and new batteries.

Be careful the polarity is correct when installing
batteries.
Do not use the Meter if the battery indicator
( ) shows a battery empty condition.
Do you carry out measuring during the battery
compartment is open.

Follow Figure 8 and proceed as follows to replace the

battery:
Turn the Meter to OFF and remove all connections
from the terminals.
Remove the screw from the battery compartment,
and separate the battery compartment from the case
bottom.
Figure 8. Battery Replacement
Replace with 8pcs of new 1.5V (LR14) batteries.
Rejoin the case bottom and battery compartment,
Warning and reinstall the screw.
To avoid electric shock, remove all the test leads
from the Meter when replacing the batteries.

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Specifications
Safety and Compliances
Certification
Compliances IEC 61010 CAT.III 600V overvoltage and double insulation standard

Physical Specifications
Display (LCD) Digital: 9999 counts
Analog bar graph.
Operating Temperature -10 ~40 (14 ~104 )
Storage Temperature -20 ~60 (-4 ~152 )
Relative Humidity 85% @ -10 ~40 below;
90% @ -20 ~60 :
Battery Type 8pcs of 1.5V (LR14) batteries or power adaptor (input voltage 230V, 50/60Hz,
75mA, input DC14V, 1.0A).
Power adaptor is optionally at extra cost.
Dimensions (HxW xL) 202 x 155 x 94 mm
Weight Approx. 2kg (including battery)

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General Specifications
Range Auto
Overloading Display OL on insulation resistance range
Battery Indicator Display
Icon Display Equips with function and battery indicator icons.
Current Consumption Maximum: around 1.0A
Average: around 20mA

Feature Summary
Display Backlight Bright backlight for clear readings in poorly lighted areas.
Computer connection Via USB interface.
Data Logging and Recall 18
Autorange The Meter automatically selects best range
Warning and red light will on.
Voltage Auto release voltage
COMP Measurement Use the Compare function to set a pass/fail compare level for the insulation
measurements.
PI Measurement Polarization Index is the ratio of insulation resistance. You can pre-set two
point of times and automatically carry out the measurement.
TIME To carry out measurement by setting a specified time within 15 minutes.

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Detailed Accuracy Specifications

Accuracy: ([% of reading] + [number of least significant digits), guarantee for 1 year.
Operating temperature: 18 ~28
Relative humidity: 45~75%RH

A. Voltage Measurement

DC Voltage AC Voltage
Measurement Range 30 ~ 600V 30V~600V (50/60Hz)
Resolution 1V
Accuracy (2%+5) Among them 30~100V(50/60Hz) (2%+8)

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B. Insulation Resistance Measurement

Output Voltage 500V 1000V 2500V 5000V
Display Range 0.5M ~20G 2M ~40G 5M ~100G 10M ~1000G
Open Circuit Voltage DC 500V 0%~+ 20% DC1000V 0%~+ 20% DC 2500V 0%~+ 20% DC5000V 0%~+ 20%
Test Current 1mA~1.2mA @ 500k 1mA~1.2mA @ 1M 1mA~1.2mA @ 2.5M 1mA~1.2mA @ 5M
0.50M ~99.9M : (3%+5) 2.0M ~99.9M : (3%+5) 5.0M ~99.9M : (3%+5) 10.0M ~29.9M : (For
Accuracy 100M ~9.99G : (5%+5) 100M ~9.99G : (5%+5) 100M ~9.99G : (5%+5) reference only)
30.0M ~99.9M : (3%+5)
10.0G ~20.0G : (10%+5) 10.0G ~40.0G : (10%+5) 10.0G ~100G : (10%+5)
100M ~9.99G : (5%+5)
10.0G ~99.9G : (10%+5)
Above 100G : [ (20%+5)
Humidity:Below 50%]
Short Circuit Less than 2.0mA

Operating Caution
At any output voltage, when the tested resistance is les than 10M , the testing time cannot exceed 10
seconds continuously.

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*END*

This operating manual is subject to change without notice.

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Copyright 2007 Uni-Trend Group Limited.

All rights reserved.

Manufacturer:
Uni-Trend Technology (Dongguan) Limited
Dong Fang Da Dao
Bei Shan Dong Fang Industrial Development District
Hu Men Town, Dongguan City
Guang Dong Province
China
Postal Code: 523 925

Headquarters:
Uni-Trend Group Limited
Rm901, 9/F, Nanyang Plaza
57 Hung To Road
Kwun Tong
Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2950 9168
Fax: (852) 2950 9303
Email: [email protected]
http://www.uni-trend.com

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