Digital Multimeter With Voice Readout
2218202
PREPARATION
Installing the battery
Your meter requires 3 AA batteries (not included).
• To avoid electrical shock, disconnect both of the meter’s test leads from any equipment before
you install or remove the meter’s battery.
• Do not operate your meter until the battery is properly installed and the battery compartment
cover is in place and secured.
Caution: Use only a fresh battery of the required size and recommended type.
1. Set the selector to OFF.
2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws in the battery compartment cover, then lift off
the cover.
3. Place the battery in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked
inside.
4. Replace the cover and secure it with the screws.
When appears on the display, the display dims, or the meter does not seem to measure
accurately, replace the battery. If the battery power is extremely low, does not display.
Warning
: Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not bury or burn them.
Caution
: Always remove an old or weak battery. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy
electronic parts. If you are not going to use the meter for a few weeks, remove the battery.
USING THE METER
Caution
: Do not try to measure voltage greater than 1000V DC/ 750V RMS AC.
To use the meter, open the meter’s case by pulling the tabs on the case in
opposite directions. Then unwind the test leads from inside the cover.
Caution
: The test leads are permanently attached to the meter. Do not try to remove them.
Rotate the selector to the function you want to use. Then connect the test leads to the circuit you
want to measure. See the unit of measure on the front of the meter to distinguish the range. For
example, DC V includes five ranges; 400 mV, 4V, 40, 400 and 1000.
Caution
: If OL appears when you are measuring voltage, the value you are measuring exceeds
the meter’s maximum range. Immediately disconnect the probes from the circuit or your meter
might be damaged. Also, note the position of the decimal.
When you finish using the meter:
1. Set the selector to OFF .
2. Put in carrying case.
3. Tuck the test leads inside the carrying case and close the cover.
Making measurements
Measuring DC/ AC Voltage
Warning
: The maximum input limit for voltage measurement is 1000V DC and 750V AC (RMS). To
avoid electrical shock and damage to the meter, never try to measure a DC voltage above 1000
volts or an AC voltage above 750 volts RMS.
Follow these steps to measure DC or AC voltage:
1. Set the selector to DC V to measure DC voltage or set AC V to measure AC voltage.
2. Connect the test leads to the circuit you want to test.
3. If you cannot determine the correct position, set the range switch to the highest range for the
type of voltage (AC or DC) you are measuring, then reduce it as necessary until the correct
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