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MN16  V1.2    7/08 

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. 

1. 

NEVER

 apply voltage or current to the meter that exceeds the specified maximum: 

Input Protection Limits 

Function Maximum 

Input 

V DC or V AC 

600VDC/AC  

mA AC/DC 

400mA AC/DC 

A AC/DC 

10A AC/DC (20A for 30 sec max every 15 min) 

Frequency, Resistance, Capacitance, 
Diode Test, Continuity, Temperature 

250VDC/AC 

2. 

USE EXTREME CAUTION

 when working with high voltages. 

3. 

DO NOT

 measure voltage if the voltage on the "COM" input jack exceeds 600V above 

earth ground. 

4. 

NEVER

 connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the function switch is in 

the current, resistance, or diode mode. Doing so can damage the meter. 

5. 

ALWAYS

 discharge filter capacitors in power supplies and disconnect the power when 

making resistance or diode tests. 

6. 

ALWAYS

 turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before opening the covers to 

replace the fuse or batteries. 

7. 

NEVER

 operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery and fuse covers are in 

place and fastened securely. 

8. 

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection 
provided by the equipment may be impaired. 

 

Summary of Contents for Extech Instruments MN16

Page 1: ...User s Guide Autoranging Mini Multimeter Model MN16...

Page 2: ...identifies them as being associated with ranges that may in normal use be subjected to particularly hazardous voltages For maximum safety the meter and its test leads should not be handled when these...

Page 3: ...n electrical outlets can be difficult and misleading because of the uncertainty of connection to the recessed electrical contacts Other means should be used to ensure that the terminals are not live I...

Page 4: ...es 3 DO NOT measure voltage if the voltage on the COM input jack exceeds 600V above earth ground 4 NEVER connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the function switch is in the current res...

Page 5: ...utton 10 Battery compartment rear Symbols and Annunciators Continuity Diode test Low Battery n nano 10 9 capacitance micro 10 6 amps m milli 10 3 volts amps A Amps k kilo 10 3 ohms F Farads capacitanc...

Page 6: ...isplay AC VOLTAGE FREQUENCY DUTY CYCLE MEASUREMENTS WARNING Risk of Electrocution The probe tips may not be long enough to contact the live parts inside some 240V outlets for appliances because the co...

Page 7: ...probe tip to the positive side of the circuit 8 Apply power to the circuit 9 Read the current in the display AC CURRENT MEASUREMENTS CAUTION Do not make 20A current measurements for longer than 30 sec...

Page 8: ...the function switch to the position 2 Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative COM jack Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive jack 3 Press the MODE button to indicate and o...

Page 9: ...itors before taking any capacitance measurements Remove the batteries and unplug the line cords 1 Set the rotary function switch to the CAP position 2 Insert the black test lead banana plug into the n...

Page 10: ...ws you to make measurements relative to a stored zero reference value A reference voltage current etc can be stored and measurements made in comparison to that value The displayed value is the differe...

Page 11: ...ES OF THE RECOMMENDED SIZE AND TYPE Remove old or weak batteries so they do not leak and damage the unit 6 IF THE METER IS TO BE STORED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME the batteries should be removed to pre...

Page 12: ...nt A DC 10A 0 01A 2 5 reading 5 digits 400 A 0 1 A 1 5 reading 5 digits 4000 A 1 A 40mA 0 01mA 400mA 0 1mA 1 8 reading 5 digits AC Current A AC 10A 0 01A 3 0 reading 7 digits 400 0 1 1 2 reading 4 dig...

Page 13: ...Minus sign for negative Measurement Rate 2 times per second nominal Low Battery Indication is displayed if battery voltage drops below operating voltage Battery Two AAA batteries Fuses mA A ranges 0...

Page 14: ...and will not be liable for any direct indirect incidental or consequential damages Extech s total liability is limited to repair or replacement of the product The warranty set forth above is inclusive...

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