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...
the function switch is in the current, resistance, or diode mode. Doing so can damage the meter. ALWAYS discharge filter capacitors in power supplies and disconnect the power when making resistance or diode tests. ALWAYS turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before opening the doors to replace the fuse or batteries.
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result damage to the product. This symbol advises the user that the terminal(s) so marked must not be connected to a circuit point at which the voltage with respect to earth ground exceeds (in this case) 500 VAC or VDC. This symbol adjacent to one or more terminals identifies them as being associated with ranges that may, in normal use, be subjected to...
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 SPECIFICATIONS Function Range Resolution Accuracy (0.5% reading + 2 digits) DC Voltage 200mV 0.1mV (V DC)
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(0.8% reading + 2 digits) 200V 0.1V 600V (1.2% reading + 10 digits AC Voltage 200V 0.1V (V AC) (50/60Hz) 600V (1.0% reading + 2 digits) DC Current 2000A 1A (A DC) 20mA 10A (1.2% reading + 2 digits) 200mA 100A (2.0% reading + 2 digits) 10mA...
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(% reading) – This is the accuracy of the measurement 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 C) and less than 75% RH.
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polarity); Minus (-) sign for negative polarity. Measurement Rate 2 times per second, nominal Low Battery Indication “BAT” is displayed if battery voltage drops below operating voltage Battery one 9 volt (NEDA 1604) battery Fuses mA, µA ranges; 0.2A/250V fast blow A range;...
BATTERY INSTALLATION WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any source of voltage before removing the battery door. Disconnect the test leads from the meter. Open the battery door by loosening the screw using a Phillips head screwdriver. Insert the battery into battery holder, observing the correct polarity.
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. Change to a higher range. NOTE: On some low AC and DC voltage ranges, with the test leads not connected to a device, the display may show a random, changing reading.
negative side of the circuit. Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit. 4. Read the voltage in the display. Reset the function switch to successively lower V DC positions to obtain a higher resolution reading. The display will indicate the proper decimal point and value.
Set the function switch to the highest V AC position. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative (COM) jack. Insert red test lead banana plug into the positive (V) jack. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit.
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2. For current measurements up to 200mA DC, set the function switch to the highest DC mA position and insert the red test lead banana plug into the (mA) 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.
RESISTANCE MEASUREMENTS 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. Set the function switch to the highest position. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative (COM) jack Insert the red test lead banana...
CONTINUITY CHECK WARNING: To avoid electric shock, never measure continuity on circuits or wires that have voltage on them. Set the function switch to the position. Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative (COM) jack Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive () jack. Touch the test probe tips to the circuit or wire you wish to check.
indicate “I” in both polarities. BATTERY TEST Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack. Select the 1.5V or 9V BAT position using the function select switch.
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.
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Install the new fuse into the holder. Always use a fuse of the proper size and value (0.5A/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.