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b) Measuring voltage

The diagram below shows how to connect the adapter to a multimeter or other similar

measurement device. The measurement device is not included and must be purchased

separately. Two measuring adapters are required to measure the voltage.

Fig.2

Follow the steps below to measure the voltage on a battery connected to the load.
• Connect both measuring adapters to the battery that you want to measure. Follow the

instructions in section "a) Connecting the connecting the contacts to the battery/batteries"

to establish the connection.

•

Connect the measuring adapters to a compatible multimeter, as shown in figure 2.

• Take the measurement. For instructions, refer to the instruction manual that came with your

measuring device.

c) Measuring current

The diagram below shows how to connect the adapter to a multimeter or other similar

measurement device. The measurement device is not included and must be purchased

separately.

Fig.3

Follow the steps below to measure the current on a battery connected to the load.
• Connect a measuring adapter to the positive terminal on the battery/batteries that you want

to measure. Follow the instructions in section "a) Connecting the connecting the contacts to

the battery/batteries" to establish the connection. Ensure that you only use one measuring

adapter when measuring current.

• Connect the measuring adapter on the positive battery terminal to a compatible multimeter,

as shown in figure 3.

• Take the measurement. For instructions, refer to the instruction manual that came with your

measuring device.

d) Measuring voltage and current

Fig.4

Two multimeters are required to measure the voltage and current on a battery connected to the

load. Follow the steps below to take a measurement.
• Connect the measuring adapter to the battery that you want to measure. Follow the

instructions in section "a) Connecting the connecting the contacts to the battery/batteries" to

establish the connection. In addition to two multimeters, you will also require a second and

third measuring adapter.

• Connect the three measuring adapters to two compatible multimeters, as shown in the

diagram.

• Take the measurement. For instructions, refer to the instruction manual that came with your

measuring devices.

e) 9 V block batteries without a battery connector

Block batteries are often connected to devices with a battery connector. However, some devices

require the battery to be connected to spring-loaded contacts in the battery compartment

without using a battery connector. If the device requires the block battery to be connected via a

battery connector, use suitable measuring adapters.

Fig.5

Fig. 6

To measure the voltage (fig. 5) and current (fig. 6) on a block battery connected to the load,

follow the steps below.
• Connect the measuring adapter to the block battery that you want to measure. Follow the

instructions in section "a) Connecting the contacts to the battery/batteries" to establish the

connection. In this example, round batteries are used, but the principle remains the same

(insert the contact tabs between the battery and contacts in the battery compartment).

• To measure the voltage, connect the two measuring adapters to a compatible multimeter, as

shown in figure 5.

• To measure the current, connect a measuring adapter to a second compatible multimeter,

as shown in figure 6.

• Measure the voltage or current. For instructions, refer to the instruction manual that came

with your measuring device.

Care and cleaning

• Always disconnect the product from the power supply before cleaning it.
• Never use aggressive detergents, rubbing alcohol or other chemical solutions, as these may

damage the casing or cause the product to malfunction.

• Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the product.

Disposal

Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be placed in household

waste. At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant

statutory regulations.

You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to protection of the environment.

Technical data

Operating voltage/current ............. <12 V/DC, <1 A
Operating altitude .........................

0–2000 m

Operating conditions .....................

0 to +40 °C, >5 % relative humidity (non-condensing)