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21. Measuring – Temperature
When taking a temperature measurement, only allow the temperature probe to come into contact
with the surface of the measured object. The multimeter must not be exposed to temperatures
below or in excess of the operating temperature, as this may lead to incorrect measurements.
The temperature probe must only be used on voltage-free surfaces.
a) Introduction
• The supplied temperature probe can measure temperatures from -40 to +250 °C.
• To use the full temperature range (-40 bis +1000 °C), purchase a Type-K thermal
sensor. An adapter plug is required to connect Type-K sensors with a miniature
connector.
• All K-type thermal sensors can be used for taking temperature measurements. The
temperature is displayed in °C or °F.
b) Measuring procedure
1. Select < °C°F > mode. [ °F °C ] will appear on the display.
2. Insert the red test lead into the
socket and the black test lead into the
COM socket.
- When using a thermal sensor with miniature connectors, connect the sensor
to a compatible adapter.
- The two contacts on the thermal sensor plug have a different width to ensure
that they are connected correctly.
3. The main display indicates the measured temperature in °C. The small display
indicates the measured temperature in °F.
- [ OL ] indicates that the measurement range was exceeded or the sensor
was disconnected.
4. After measuring, remove the sensor and turn off the multimeter.
