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 Limits Function Maximum Input...
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ALWAYS turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before opening the doors to replace the fuse or batteries. NEVER operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery and fuse doors are in place and fastened securely.
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 the meter. This WARNING symbol indicates WARNING potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CONTROLS AND JACKS HOLD 2000 2000 2000 200k ¡ã C ¡ã F Temp 2000 CAT III 600V LCD Display Function switch 10A jack COM jack Positive jack Data Hold Button Backlight Button Note: Tilt stand, fuse and battery compartment are on rear of unit.
SYMBOLS AND ANNUNCIATORS •))) Continuity Diode test micro (amps) milli ( volts, amps) kilo (ohms) ohms volts direct current volts alternating current amps direct current Battery test Degrees Centigrade Degrees Fahrenheit...
SPECIFICATIONS Function Range Resolution Accuracy (0.5%reading 200mV 0.1mV + 2 digits) 2000mV DC Voltage 0.01V (V DC) (0.8%reading 200V 0.1V + 2 digits) 600V (1.2%reading 200V 0.1V AC Voltage + 10 digits 600V (V AC) (50/60Hz) (1.0%reading 2000A 1A + 2 digits) 20mA 10A (1.2%reading...
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circuit. (+ digits) – This is the accuracy of the analog to digital converter. NOTE: Accuracy is stated at 65 F to 83 F (18 C to 28 and less than 75% RH. SPECIFICATIONS Diode Test Test current of 1mA maximum, open circuit voltage 2.8V DC typical Continuity Check...
Operating Altitude 7000ft. (2000) meters maximum. Weight 255g Size 150mm x 70mm x 48mm Safety indoor accordance with Overvoltage Category II, Pollution Degree 2. Category II includes local level, appliance, portable equipment, etc., with transient overvoltages less than Overvoltage Category III.
they are properly inserted. DATA HOLD BUTTON The Data Hold function allows the meter to "freeze" a measurement for later reference. Press the DATA HOLD button to “freeze” the reading on the indicator. The indicator “HOLD” will be appear in the display.
DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS CAUTION: Do not measure DC 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 highest V DC position. 2.
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 highest V AC position. 2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative (COM) jack.
3. For current measurements up to 10A DC, set the function switch to the 10A range and insert the red test lead banana plug into the (10A) jack. 4. Remove power from the circuit under test, then open up the circuit at the point where you wish to measure current.
Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive jack. Touch the test probe tips across the circuit or part under test. It is best to disconnect one side of the part under test so the rest of the circuit will not interfere with the resistance reading.
Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and the red test lead banana plug into the positive diode jack. / •))) position. Turn the rotary switch to the Touch the test probes to the diode under test. Forward voltage will indicate 400 to 700mV.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any source of voltage before removing the battery door. When the batteries become exhausted or drop below the operating voltage, “BAT” will appear in the right-hand side of the LCD display. The batteries should be replaced.
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(0.2A/250V fast blow for the 200mA range, 10A/250V fast blow for the 10A range). Put the fuse door back in place. Insert the screw and tighten it securely. WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until the fuse door is in place and fastened securely.
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