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Please observe the safety instructions!
Error
Possible cause
Remedy
The multimeter
Is the battery flat or is the high-cap
Check the status. Change the battery or
doesn’t function
(VC290) discharged?
charge the device.
No measured
Is the wrong measurement function
Check the display (AC/DC)
value change.
active (AC/DC)?
measurement value change and switch
the function if necessary.
Did you use the wrong measuring
Compare the connection with that shown
sockets?
in the display.
Is the fuse defect?
Check the fuses.
Is the Hold function activated in the
Press the “H” button to deactivate this
VC290 (display "H")
function.
Repairs other than those described should only be carried out by an authorised
specialist. If you have queries about handling the measuring device, our technical
support is available under the following telephone number:
Voltcraft®, 92242 Hirschau, Lindenweg 15, Tel.-No. 0180 / 586 582 7.
Technical Data
Display
4000 Counts (digits), 2000 Counts for VC250
Measuring rate
approx. 2-3 measuring operations/second
Measuring lead length
approx. 90 cm each
Measuring impedance
>10M
Ω
(V range)
Operating voltage
9V block battery (VC250/VC270)
High-cap/Solar cell (VC290)
Working conditions
0 to 30°C (<75%rF), >30 to 40°C (<50%rF)
Operating altitude
max. 2,000 m
Storage temperature
-10°C to +50°C
Weight
approx. 380 g
Dimensions (LxWxH)
185 x 91 x 43 (mm)
Over-voltage category
CAT III 600 V, Impurity level 2
Measurement tolerances
Statement of accuracy in ± (% of r display error in counts (= number of smallest points)). The
accuracy is valid for one year at a temperature of +23°C ± 5°C, and at a relative humidity of less than
75 %, non-condensing.
