Polaris 2003 Pro X Service Manual page 287

Multimeter Usage
= Ohms, resistance - measuring component resistance values - testing coils, wiring, etc.
Used to test resistance to the flow of electricity in a circuit or
component. A reading of OL means an open circuit or infinite
resistance. Sometimes the leads themselves will have some
resistance. Touch the leads together and subtract this resis-
tance from the component reading to achieve the actual
reading.
Test Method
1. Connect black lead to Com (--) meter terminal
2. Connect red lead to V
3. Turn selector dial to
4. Isolate test component from the rest of the electrical
circuit by disconnecting wires from harness.
5. Connect test leads to the circuit to be tested.
Usage
S Testing coil resistance
S
Testing switch operation
S
Testing wire continuity
A = Amps AC - used to test lighting coil output
Used to test the power of an alternator coil.
Test Method
1. Connect black lead to Com (--) meter terminal
2. Connect red lead to 10A (+) meter terminal.
3. Disconnect engine harness from system.
4. Connect across the specified coil wires.
5. Start engine and let it idle.
6. Readings should be above 5 Amps at any RPM. NOTE:
It is not necessary to increase RPM. The reading can be
obtained at idle.
Usage
S Testing stator coil power output.
(+) meter terminal.
setting.
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14.00 AC
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