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otrfun
Explorer II
May 03, 2013

Using Clamp-On Multimeter to Check a/c Surge Current

I'm thinking about purchasing a Yamaha EF2400iSHC generator to power my 13,500 BTU a/c. I know the odds are in my favor that it will work, but ya never know. Some of you have mentioned using clamp...
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Bill_T
Explorer
May 04, 2013
Find a hvac supply store. See if they carry the AMPROBE brand. This use to be an analog meter, hope it still is. It is a basic clamp on meter. It use to have a hold on the needle for peak readings. Also has an ohm meter. No dc function. But a very reliable meter without busting the bank.

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