RIDGID Micro CM-100, Original Instructions Manual

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2. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to
loosen the battery compartment cover
screw and remove the cover. Remove
existing battery.
3. Install 9V alkaline battery (NEDA 1604,
IEC 6F22 or 6LR61), observing the cor-
rect polarity as indicated on the battery
compartment.
4. Securely install the battery compartment
cover. Do not operate without the battery
cover secured.
Pre-Operation Inspection
WARNING
Before each use, inspect your tool and correct any problems to reduce
the risk of serious injury from electric shock and other causes and pre-
vent tool damage.
1. Make sure the unit is OFF and the leads are not connected.
2. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the equipment. This aids inspection and helps pre-
vent the tool from slipping from your grip.
3. Inspect the tool.
• For any broken, worn, missing or binding parts or any condition which may pre-
vent safe and normal operation.
• Confirm that battery compartment cover and back cover are
PROP
erly secured.
• Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed wire. Check the test
leads for continuity.
• Check that the markings and warning label are present, firmly attached and read-
able.
If any issues are found during the inspection, do not use the tool until it has been
properly serviced.
4. Verify the meter operation (following the Operating Instructions)
• Turn the unit ON and confirm that the Low Battery icon is not ON.
• Perform a continuity test.
5. Do not use the meter if it operates abnormally. When in doubt, have the meter serv-
iced.
Set-Up and Operation
WARNING
Set up and operate the micro CM-100 Digital Clamp Meter ac-
cording to these procedures to reduce the risk of injury from
electric shock and other causes, and prevent tool damage.
Use caution when working with voltages above 30 V AC RMS,
42 V AC peak or 60 V DC. These voltages pose serious shock hazard. High-voltage cir-
cuits, both DC and AC, are very dangerous and should be measured with great care.
Avoid working alone.
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Figure 5 – Changing Battery