Introduction This meter measures AC/DC Voltage, AC/DC Current, Resistance, Capacitance, Frequency (electrical & electronic), Duty Cycle, Frequency, Diode Test, Continuity and Thermocouple Temperature. Proper use and care of this meter will provide many years of reliable service. Safety Symbols This symbol adjacent to another symbol, terminal or operating device indicates that the operator must refer to an explanation in the Operating Instructions to avoid personal injury or damage to...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This meter has been designed for safe use, but must be operated with caution. The rules listed below must be carefully followed for safe operation. NEVER apply voltage or current to the meter that exceeds the specified maximum: Input Protection Limits Function Maximum Input...
ALWAYS turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before opening the covers to replace the fuse or batteries. NEVER operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery and fuse covers are in place and fastened securely. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
CONTROLS AND JACKS 4,000 count LCD display HOLD button RANGE button MODE button Function switch mA/µA and 10A input jacks COM input jack Positive input jack Backlight button 10. MAX/MIN button 11. REL button NOTE: Tilt stand and battery compartment are on rear of unit.
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LCD SYMBOLS •))) Continuity Diode test Battery status Nano (10 ) (capacitance) µ Micro (10 ) (amps, cap) Milli (10 ) (volts, amps) Amps Kilo (10 ) (ohms) Farads (capacitance) Mega (10 ) (ohms) Ohms Ω Hertz (frequency) Relative Volts Alternating current Direct current ºF...
PUSH-BUTTON FUNCTIONS MODE BUTTON Selects AC or DC measurement when in Volts, Amps, mA or uA functions. Also used to select between Ω, or •))) when in the Ohm, Diode and Continuity function. HOLD Press the HOLD button and the reading will freeze on the display. Press the button again and the frozen reading displayed will return to normal measurement status.
If the MAX MIN message is flashing, the instrument is in MAX/MIN mode but not recording. Press the MAX/MIN button to select a mode. To return to normal AUTO measurement mode, hold down the MAX/MIN button for 2 seconds. PEAK BUTTON The Peak Hold function captures the peak AC or DC voltage or current.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Risk of electrocution. High-voltage circuits, both AC and DC, are very dangerous and should be measured with great care. 1. ALWAYS turn the function switch to the OFF position when the meter is not in use. 2. If “OL” appears in the display during a measurement, the value exceeds the range you have selected.
AC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS CAUTION: Do not measure AC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched ON or OFF. Large voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter. 1. Set the function switch to the V position. 2.
CAUTION: Do not make 10A current measurements for longer than 30 seconds. Exceeding 30 seconds may cause damage to the meter and/or the test leads. 1. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack. 2. For current measurements up to 4000µA AC/DC, set the function switch to the µA position and insert the red test lead banana plug into the µA/mA jack and press mode...
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WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect power to the unit under test and discharge all capacitors before taking any resistance measurements. Remove the batteries and unplug the line cords. 1. Set the function switch to the Ω position. 2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
circuit is open, the display will indicate “OL”. DIODE TEST 1. Set the function switch to the Ω position. 2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack. 3.
1. Set the function switch to the ºC or ºF position. 2. Insert the Temperature Probe into the positive ºF & negative Com input jacks, making sure to observe the correct polarity. 3. Touch the Temperature Probe head to the surface you wish to measure. Keep the probe touching the surface under test until the reading stabilizes (about 30 seconds).
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any source of voltage before removing the back cover or the battery or fuse covers. WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until the battery and fuse covers are in place and fastened securely. This Multimeter is designed to provide years of dependable service, if the following care instructions are performed: 1.
NOTE: If your meter does not work properly, check the fuses and batteries to make sure that they are still good and that they are properly inserted. F1 F2 REPLACING THE FUSES WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any source of voltage before removing the rear cover (fuse door).
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DC VOLTAGE (AUTO-RANGING) Range Resolution Accuracy 400.0mV 0.1mV +1.2% of rdg + 2 digits 4.000V 40.00V 10mV 400.0V 100mV 1000V +1.5% of rdg + 2 digits Input Impedance: 10MΩ. Maximum Input: 1000V dc or 1000V ac rms. AC VOLTAGE (AUTO-RANGING) Range Resolution Accuracy...
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4000uA +1.5% of rdg + 5 digits 40.00mA 10uA 400.0mA 100uA 10mA +1.8% of rdg + 5 digits All AC Current ranges are specified from 5% of range to 100% of range Overload Protection: FF500mA/1000V and F10A/1000V Fuse. AC Response: 50 Hz to 400 Hz Maximum Input: 4000uA ac rms on uA 400mA ac rms on mA...
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40.00 Hz 0.01Hz +1.0% of rdg + 3 digits 400.0 Hz 0.1Hz 4.000KHz 1 Hz 40.00kHz 10Hz 400.0kHz 100Hz 10.00MHz 1kHz +1.2% of rdg + 4 digits Sensitivity: >0.5V RMS while ≤1MHz ; Sensitivity: >3V RMS while >1MHz ; Input Protection: 1000V dc or 1000V ac rms. TEMPERATURE Range Resolution...
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Continuity Check Audible signal will sound if the resistance is less than 35Ω (approx.), test current <0.35mA Temperature Sensor Requires type K thermocouple Input Impedance >10MΩ VDC & >9MΩ VAC AC Response True rms AC True RMS: The term stands for “Root-Mean-Square,” which represents the method of calculation of the voltage or current value.
Operating Altitude 7000ft. (2000meters) maximum. Weight 0.753lb (342g) (includes holster). Size 7.36” x 3.2” x 2.0” (187 x 81 x 50mm) (includes holster) Safety This meter is intended for origin of installation use and protected by double insulation per EN61010-1 and IEC61010-1 Edition (2001) to Category IV 600V and Category III 1000V;...
WARRANTY INFORMATION This product is warranted to be free of defects for one year. If this product fails during the first 12 months due to faulty material or workmanship, it will be replaced or repaired free of charge, at the discretion of the manufacturer.
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