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1 x MSR-A600 Digital Multimeter
2 x Test Leads
2 x 1.5V AAA Batteries (Pre-installed)
1 x User Manual

Package Contents
Safety Information

• International Electrical

Symbols

Function Diagram
Rotary Switch
Button Functions
LCD Screen Symbols
Before First Use
Operation

•  Voltage Measurement
•  Resistance Testing
•  Continuity Testing
•  Diode Testing
•  Capacitance Testing
•  DC and AC Current

Measurement

Maintenance

•  Replacing the Batteries
•  Checking the Fuses
•  Replacing the Fuses

Specifications

• General Specifications
• Accuracy Specifications

Warranty Information
Customer Support

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Page 1: ...1 Digital Multimeter Questions or Concerns support etekcity com 855 686 3835 Model No MSR A600 ...

Page 2: ...e are dedicated to providing our customers with quality products for building on better living Should you have any questions or concerns about using your new product feel free to reach out to our helpful Customer Support team at support etekcity com We hope you enjoy your new product ...

Page 3: ... Symbols Before First Use Operation Voltage Measurement Resistance Testing Continuity Testing Diode Testing Capacitance Testing DC and AC Current Measurement Maintenance Replacing the Batteries Checking the Fuses Replacing the Fuses Specifications General Specifications Accuracy Specifications Warranty Information Customer Support 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 10 11 12 12 13 14 16 16 17 18 19 19 20 24 25 Pac...

Page 4: ...lease read and follow all of the instructions and warnings in this manual before using the product Failure to comply with the instructions may result in serious injury fire and or electrical shock The person responsible for this equipment must ensure that all users understand and follow the instructions TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR DAMAGE TO THE MULTIMETER OR OTHER EQUIPMENT DO NOT CONNE...

Page 5: ...ure voltages when the multimeter is set to measure resistance Ω or current A Take special care to avoid electric shock when the multimeter is working at an effective voltage over 60V DC or 30V rms AC DO NOT change the settings on the rotary switch while the test leads are connected to a power source DO NOT operate the multimeter with the battery cover removed or without the case DO NOT remove the ...

Page 6: ...6 Function Diagram 1 LCD Screen 2 Selection Relative Mode Button 3 Hold Backlight Button 4 Rotary Switch 5 10A Terminal 6 COM Terminal 7 Terminal 1 2 5 4 6 3 7 ...

Page 7: ...ps 10A DC and AC Current Measurement SEL REL Current Measurement Press once to switch to the alternate function Capacitance Test Press once to switch to the Relative Mode which removes the capacitance of the test leads when measuring low capacitance values HOLD BACKLIGHT Data Hold Press once to hold the displayed measurement on the LCD screen Backlight On Off Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn t...

Page 8: ...r Input value is too large for the selected range Diode test Continuity test Ohm the unit of resistance Kilohm 1 x 10 3 or 1 000 ohms Symbol Description Megaohm 1 x 10 6 or 1 000 000 ohms Volts the unit of voltage Millivolt 1 x 10 3 or 0 001 volts Amperes amps the unit of current Milliamp 1 x 10 3 or 0 001 amperes Microamp 1x 10 6 or 0 000001 amperes Millifarad the unit of capacitance Microfarad 1...

Page 9: ...e test leads from the item being measured before changing the settings Check the fuses in the multimeter before measuring current Always make sure power to the circuit has been shut off before connecting the multimeter to the circuit Once you have properly connected the multimeter power on the circuit Remember to replace the batteries as soon as the low battery indicator appears see Replacing the ...

Page 10: ...cause measurement errors in high impedance circuits If the circuit impedance is less than or equal to 10MΩ the error is negligible 0 1 or less Voltage Measurement Operation WARNING DO NOT measure voltages higher than 600V Doing so may result in electric shock damage to the multimeter or injury to the user Always take extra care to avoid electric shock when measuring high voltages i AC or DC Voltag...

Page 11: ...d them in place until the readings on the display stabilize Note The LCD will read if there is an open circuit for the tested resistor or if the resistor value is higher than the maximum range of the multimeter When testing high resistance objects it is normal to wait for several seconds before receiving a stable reading 1MΩ To obtain a stable reading use the test leads for the shortest time possi...

Page 12: ...hem in place until the multimeter beeps Diode Testing WARNING To avoid damaging the multimeter or the object being measured ALWAYS disconnect the circuit power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before testing diodes This test sends a current of 2 1V through a diode or a semiconductor junction then measures the voltage drop across the junction 1 Insert the black test lead into the COM termi...

Page 13: ...f the capacitor to a resistor or a piece of metal Figure 3 1 4 Set the rotary switch to to test the capacitor to ensure it is completely discharged see Voltage Measurement page 10 5 Turn the rotary dial to 6 Connect the test leads to the capacitor The negative end is often marked on the side of the capacitor Hold the test leads until the reading on the display stabilizes Figure 3 1 Note When measu...

Page 14: ...been turned to the correct measurement range ALWAYS connect the test leads in series DO NOT connect the test leads in parallel with any circuit while taking measurements Doing so may result in damage to the multimeter or injury to the user Figure 4 1 If the current being tested is greater than 10A measure the current for less than 10 seconds then wait at least 15 minutes before taking the next mea...

Page 15: ...k test lead into the COM terminal If you are measuring microamps μA or milliamps mA insert the red test lead into the terminal If you are measuring Amps A insert the red test lead into the 10A terminal 3 Set the rotary dial to the correct current measurement range Note If you are unsure of the range of the current you are measuring select the highest range A first inserting the red test lead into ...

Page 16: ...eral Maintenance Replacing the Batteries Maintenance 4 Using a small screwdriver remove the screw securing the battery compartment cover on the back of the multimeter Figure 5 1 on next page 5 Remove the old batteries and properly dispose of them 6 Install new 1 5V AAA batteries into the compartment under the correct polarity 7 Replace and secure the battery compartment Note ONLY use 1 5V AAA batt...

Page 17: ...o the terminal 2 Turn the rotary dial to 3 Insert the metal end of the red test lead into the 10A terminal If the multimeter beeps then the internal fuses are still ready If the multimeter does not beep then the internal fuses have been overloaded and the LCD will read 200mA Fuse If the display only reads 0 0 when measuring current using the Terminal it means that the 200mA fuse must be replaced N...

Page 18: ...separate the front and rear panels 4 Replace the fuse s that need to be changed Figure 6 1 WARNING To avoid electrical shock arc blasts arc flashes personal injury or damage to the multimeter use the specified fuses ONLY in accordance with the following procedure Figures 6 1 5 Reconnect the front and back panels then replace the screws to secure the panels together Place the protective case back o...

Page 19: ...ed Protection VΩmAµA Terminal 200mA 10A Terminal 10A Temperature Operating 32 104 F 0 C 40 C Storage 14 122 F 10 50 C Relative Humidity 75 0 30 C 50 30 40 C Maximum Display Value 1999 Overload Display OL Battery Type 2 x 1 5V AAA Batteries Pre installed Dimensions 5 5 x 3 x 1 9 in 140 x 77 x 48 mm Weight 7 1 oz 204 g Specifications ...

Page 20: ...f the temperature is out of this range it is required to multiply the measurement by a temperature coefficient Temperature coefficient 0 1 x specified accuracy C 18 C or 28 C Input impedance is about 10MΩ There may be unstable readings when using the mV range while the leads are not connected This is a normal The reading will become stable once the leads are connected The max input voltage 600V Wh...

Page 21: ...0 2 2000Ω 1Ω 0 8 2 20 00KΩ 0 01KΩ 200 0KΩ 0 1KΩ 20 00MΩ 0 01MΩ 1 2 5 200 0MΩ 0 1MΩ 5 0 5 Input impedance is about 10MΩ Frequency response 40Hz 400Hz sine wave RMS average response Max input voltage 600V When the voltage is more than 610V the LCD will read Measurement result initial reading reading after leads have been tested ii AC Voltage iii Resistance ...

Page 22: ...0Ω the multimeter will read the circuit as open and the buzzer will not sound off If the measured circuit can support a flow of electricity the reading will be less than 10Ω and the buzzer will sound off 0 001V Open circuit voltage 2 1V Test current is about 1mA Silicon PN junction voltage is about 0 5 0 8V Use the Relative Mode when measuring capacitance that is less than 200nF v Capacitance iv C...

Page 23: ...n 10 10A the LCD will read OL and the buzzer will sound Overload protection mA range Fuse 200mA 600V Φ5 x 20mm 10A range Fuse 10A 600V Φ5 x 20mm Frequency response 40 to 400 Hz Accuracy guarantee range 5 to 100 range short circuit allows less than 2 word residual reading If the current being tested is more than 10 10A the LCD will read OL and the buzzer will sound Overload protection mA range Fuse...

Page 24: ...There are no warranties other than the warranties expressly set forth with each product This warranty is non transferrable Etekcity is not responsible in any way for any damages losses or inconveniences caused by equipment failure by user negligence abuse or use noncompliant with the user manual or any additional safety use or warnings included in the product packaging and manual This warranty doe...

Page 25: ...ur product prove defective within the specified warranty period please contact Customer Support via support etekcity com with your invoice and order number DO NOT dispose of your product before contacting us Once our Customer Support Team has approved your request please return the unit with a copy of your invoice and order number Customer Support Should you encounter any issues or have any questi...

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