MARTINDALE MM39 Instruction Manual Download Page 2

OPERATION

Before taking any measurements, read the Safety

Information Section. Always examine the instrument for

damage, contamination (excessive dirt, grease, etc.) and

defects. Examine the test leads for cracked or frayed

insulation. If any abnormal conditions exist do not

attempt to make any measurements.

Data Hold

Press [HOLD] button to lock the reading on display, and

release it by pressing the button again.

Manually Selecting Range 

The meter also has a manual range mode. In manual

range, you select and lock the meter in a range. To

manually select a range:

Press [RANGE] button to hold the selected range.

Subsequently pressing the [RANGE] button will select

each range in sequence from the lowest to highest

range. Hold the button for 2 seconds to return to the

Autorange Mode.

Voltage Measurements

1. Connect the red test lead to the "V

Ω

" jack and the 

black test lead to the "COM" jack.

2. Set the Function/Range switch to the desired Voltage

type (AC or DC) and range. If magnitude of voltage is

not known, set switch to the highest range and reduce

until a satisfactory reading is obtained.

3. Connect the test leads to the device or circuit being

measured.

4. For DC, a (-) sign is displayed for negative

polarity, positive polarity is implied.

Current Measurements

1. Connect the red test lead to the (10A) jack and the

black test lead to the "COM" jack.

2. Set the Function/Range switch to the DC or AC 

ranges.

3. Remove power from the circuit under test and open 

the circuit path where the measurement is to be taken.

Connect the meter in series with the circuit.

4. Apply power and read the value from the display.

Resistance Measurements

1. Set the Function/Range switch to the desired

resistance range.

2. Remove power from the equipment under test.

3. Connect the red test lead to the "V

Ω

" jack and the 

black test lead to the "COM" jack.

4. Connect the test leads to the points of measurements

and read the value from the display.

Diode Tests

1. Connect the red test lead to the "V" jack and the black 

test lead to the "COM" jack.

2. Set the Function/Range switch to the "

" position.

3. Turn off power to the circuit under test. External 

voltage across the components causes invalid 

readings.

4. Touch probes to the diode. The forward-voltage drop 

is about 0.6V (typical for a silicon diode).

5. Reverse probes. If the diode is good, "OL" is 

displayed. If the diode is shorted, "0.00" or 

another number is displayed.

6. If the diode is open, "OL" is displayed in both 

directions.

7. Audible Indication: Less than 0.25V.

Continuity Measurements

1. Set the Funtion switch to the 

position.

2. Turn off power to the circuit under test. External 

voltage across the components causes invalid 

reading.

3. Connect the test leads to the two points at which

continuity is to be tested. The buzzer will sound if the

resistance is less than approximately 25

Ω

.

Auto Power off

1. Auto power off: approx. 10 minutes.

2. After auto power off, press any button to restart

the meter, and the reading will be maintained in the

display.

Cancellation of Auto Power Off Feature:

Press and hold the (RANGE) button while rotating

function switch from off to any position. The auto power

off feature is disabled. Note “APO” annunciator is missing

from the LCD.

MAINTENANCE

Battery Replacement

Power is supplied by a 1.5 volt  battery x2 (R03/SIZE

AAA). The "

" appears on the LCD display when

replacement is needed. To replace the battery, remove

the 2 screws from the back of the meter and lift off  the

battery cover. Insert new batteries, observing correct

polarity.

WARNING

Remove test leads before changing battery,

fuse or performing any servicing.

Fuse Replacement

If no current measurements are possible, check for a

blown overload protection fuse. For access to fuses,

remove the four screws from the back of the meter and lift

off the front case. Replace F1 only with the original type

10A/500V, fast acting ceramic fuse.

Cleaning

Wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do

not use abrasives or solvents. Dirt or moisture in the

terminals can affect readings.

Safety: Conforms to IEC61010-1 (EN61010-1),CATIII

600V, Class II, Pollution degree 2 Indoor use.CAT III: is for

measurements performed in the building installation.

EMC: Conforms to EN61326.

The symbols used on this instrument are:

Equipment complies with relevant EU Directives

AC (Alternating Current)

Ground

Direct Current

Equipment protected by Double Insulation (Class II)

Caution - refer to accompanying documents

Caution - risk of electric shock

End of life disposal of this equipment should 
be in accordance with relevant EU Directives

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