Major tech MT22 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1000V AC/DC
MULTIMETER
MT22

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Contents Page no
1. Safety Information.............................................................................4
2. Safety Symbols..................................................................................4
3. Controls and Jacks.............................................................................5
4. Symbols and Annunciators..................................................................6
5. Specifications....................................................................................6
5.1. DC Voltage (Auto Ranging)........................................................7
5.2. AC Voltage (Auto Ranging except 200mV)...................................7
5.3. DC Current (Auto Ranging for uA and mA)...................................7
5.4. AC Current (Auto Ranging for uA and mA)...................................8
5.5. Clamp-on Adaptors DC Current..................................................8
5.6. Clamp-on Adaptor AC Current....................................................8
5.7. Resistance (Auto Ranging)........................................................9
5.8. Temperature...........................................................................9
5.9. Diode Test...............................................................................9
6. Operation.........................................................................................9
6.1. Mode Button..........................................................................10
6.2. Range Button........................................................................10
6.3. Data Hold Button....................................................................10
6.4. Max Hold Button....................................................................10
6.5. DC Voltage Measurements......................................................10
6.6. AC Voltage Measurements.......................................................11
6.7. DC Current Measurements......................................................11
6.8. AC Current Measurements.......................................................12
6.9. Clamp-on Adaptor AC/DC Current Measurements......................12
6.10. Resistance Measurements.......................................................13
6.11. Continuity Test.......................................................................13
6.12. Diode Test.............................................................................13
6.13. Temperature Measurements....................................................14
6.14. Replacing the Battery..............................................................14
6.15. Battery Installation.................................................................14
6.16. Replacing the Fuses................................................................14

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1. SAFETY INFORMATION
The following safety information must be observed to insure maximum
personal safety during the operation at this meter:
ŸDo not use the meter if the meter or test leads look damaged, or if you
suspect that the meter is not operating properly.
ŸNever earth yourself when taking electrical measurements. Do not
touch exposed metal pipes, outlets, fixtures, etc., which might be at
earth potential. Keep your body isolated from earth by using dry
clothing, rubber shoes, rubber mats, or any approved insulating
material.
ŸTurn off power to the circuit under test before cutting, unsoldering, or
breaking the circuit. Small amounts of current can be dangerous.
ŸUse caution when working above 60V DC or 30V AC RMS. Such
voltages pose a shock hazard.
ŸWhen using the probes, keep your fingers behind the finger guards on
the probes.
ŸMeasuring voltage which exceeds the limits of the multimeter may
damage the meter and expose the operator to a shock hazard. Always
recognise the meter voltage limits as stated on the front of the meter.
ŸNever apply voltage or current to the meter that exceeds the specified
maximum:
This symbol adjacent to another symbol, terminal or
operating device indicates that the operator must refer to an
explanation in the Operating Instructions to avoid personal
injury or damage to the meter.
This WARNING symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
This CAUTION symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which if not avoided, may result damage to the
product.
This symbol advises the user that the terminal(s) so marked
must not be connected to a circuit point at which the voltage
with respect to earth ground exceeds (in this case) 500 VAC
or VDC.
This symbol adjacent to one or more terminals identifies
them as being associated with ranges that may, in normal
use, be subjected to particularly hazardous voltages. For
maximum safety, the meter and its test leads should not be
handled when these terminals are energized.
MAX
500V
2. SAFETY SYMBOLS

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3. CONTROLS AND JACKS
1 - 2000 count Liquid Crystal
Display with symbolic signs
2 - Function switch
3 - Positive input jack
4 - COM (negative) input jack
5 - 10A (positive) input jack for
10A DC or AC measurements
6 - Mode push button: selection
Continuity/Diode, AC/DC,
Temperature(C/F)
7 - Range push button
8 - Data Hold push button
9 - MAX. Hold push button
Input Limits
Function Maximum Input
V DC or V AC CAT II-1000V DC /AC
CAT III-600V DC /AC
mA DC/AC 200mA DC/AC
A DC/AC 10A DC/AC (30 seconds max every 15 minutes)
Resistance, Diode test, 500V DC/AC
Continuity
Temperature

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Function Range
5. SPECIFICATIONS
The instrument complies with: EN61010-1
Insulation: Class 2, Double insulation
Overvoltage category: CAT III 600V, CAT II 1000V
Display: 2000 counts LCD display with function
indication
Polarity: Automatic, (-) negative polarity
indication
Overrange: “OL” mark indication
Low battery indication: The “BAT” is displayed when the battery
voltage drops below the operating level
Measurement rate: 2 times per second, nominal
Auto power off: Meter automatically shuts down after
approx. 15 minutes of inactivity
Operating environment: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) at < 70%
relative humidity
Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) at < 80%
relative humidity
For inside use, max height: 2000m
Pollution degree: 2
Power: One 9V battery, NEDA 1604, IEC 6F22
Dimensions: 150 (H) x 70 (W) x 48 (D) mm
Weight: Approx.: 255g
Accuracy is given at 18°C to 28°C (65°F to 83°F), less than 70% RH
4. SYMBOLS AND ANNUNCIATORS
Continuity
BAT Low Battery
Diode
DATA HOLD Data Hold
AUTO AutoRanging
AC Alternating Current or Voltage
DC Direct Current or Voltage

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Range Resolution Accuracy
200.0mV 0.1mV ±0.5% of rdg ±2 dgts
2.000V 1mV
±1.2% of rdg ±2 dgts
20.00V 10mV
200.0V 100mV
600V(CAT III) 1V ±1.5% of rdg ±2 dgts
1000V(CAT II) ±1.5% of rdg ±4 dgts
5.1. DC Voltage (Auto Ranging)
Input Impedance: 10MΩ.
Maximum Input: 600V DC/AC RMS.(CATIII)
Maximum Input: 1000V DC/AC RMS.(CATII)
Range Resolution Accuracy
200.0mV 0.1mV ±1.5%of rdg ±30 dgts
2.000V 1mV ±1.2% of rdg ±3 dgts
20.00V 10mV ±1.5% of rdg ±3 dgts
200.0V 100mV
600V(CAT III) 1V ±2.0% of rdg ±4 dgts
1000V(CAT II) ±2.0% of rdg ±8 dgts
5.2. AC Voltage (Auto-ranging except 200mV)
Input Impedance: 10MΩ.
Frequency Range: 50 to 60Hz
Maximum Input: 600V DC/AC RMS. (CAT III)
Maximum Input: 1000V DC/AC RMS. (CAT II)
Range Resolution Accuracy
200.0uA 0.1uA ±1.0% of rdg ±3 dgts
2000uA 1uA
20.00mA 10uA ±1.5% of rdg ±3 dgts
200.0mA 100uA
10A 10mA ±2.5% of rdg ±5 dgts
5.3. DC Current (Auto-ranging for uA and mA)
Overload Protection: 0.2A / 250V and 10A / 250V Fuse.
Maximum Input: 200mA DC or 200mA AC RMS on uA /
mA ranges, 10A DC or AC RMS on 10A
range.

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Range Resolution Accuracy
200.0uA 0.1uA ±1.5% of rdg ±5 dgts
2000uA 1uA
20.00mA 10uA ±1.8% of rdg ±5 dgts
200.0mA 100uA
10A 10mA ±3.0% of rdg ±7 dgts
5.4. AC Current (Auto-ranging for uA and mA)
Overload Protection: 0.2A / 250V and 10A / 250V Fuse.
Frequency Range: 50 to 60 Hz
Maximum Input: 200mA DC or 200mA AC RMS on uA /
mA ranges, 10A DC or AC RMS on 10A
range.
Range Resolution Accuracy
200A 0.1A ±1.0% of rdg ±3dgts
2000A 1A (meter only, Clamp-on
Adaptor accuracy not
included)
5.5. Clamp-on Adaptors DC Current
Sensor: Clamp-on Adaptor
(Note: not provided)
200A Range Input Sensitivity: 1mV/A
2000A Range Input Sensitivity: 1mV/A
Overload protection: 500V DC or AC RMS.
Range Resolution Accuracy
200A 0.1A ±1.5% of rdg ±3dgts
2000A 1A (meter only, Clamp-on
Adaptor accuracy not
included)
5.6. Clamp-on Adaptor AC Current
Sensor: Clamp-on Adaptor
(Note: not provided)
200A Range Input Sensitivity: 1mV/A
2000A Range Input Sensitivity: 1mV/A
Frequency Range: 50 to 60 Hz
Overload protection: 500V DC or AC RMS.

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6. OPERATION
WARNING: Risk of electrocution. High-voltage circuits, both AC and
DC, are very dangerous and should be measured with great care.
1. ALWAYS turn the function switch to the OFF position when the meter
is not in use. This meter has Auto OFF that automatically shuts the
meter OFF if 15 minutes elapse between uses.
2. If “OL” appears in the display during a measurement, the value
exceeds the range you have selected.
Range Resolution Accuracy
200.0Ω 0.1Ω ±1.2% of rdg ±4 dgts
2.000kΩ 1Ω ±1.0% of rdg ±2 dgts
20.00kΩ 10Ω
200.0kΩ 100Ω ±1.2% of rdg ±2 dgts
2.000MΩ 1kΩ
20.00MΩ 10kΩ ±2.0% of rdg ±3 dgts
5.7. Resistance (Auto-ranging)
Input Protection: 500V DC or 500V AC RMS.
Range Resolution Accuracy
-50°C~+1000°C 1°C ±3% of rdg ±5dgts
-58°F~±1832°F 1°F ±3% of rdg ±8dgts
5.8. Temperature
Sensor: Type K Thermocouple
Overload protection: 500V DC or AC RMS.
Range Resolution Accuracy
0.3mA typical 1 mV ±10% of rdg ±5 dgts
5.9. Diode Test
Open circuit voltage: 1.5V DC typical
Overload protection: 500V DC or AC RMS.
5.10. Audible continuity
Audible threshold: Less than100Ω; Test current: <0.3mA
Overload protection: 500V DC or AC RMS.

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NOTE: On some low AC and DC voltage ranges, with the test leads not
connected to a device, the display may show a random, changing reading.
This is normal and is caused by the high-input sensitivity. The reading will
stabilize and give a proper measurement when connected to a circuit.
6.1. MODE BUTTON
To select Diode/Continuity or DC/AC voltage, current, temperature (°C/°F)
6.2. RANGE BUTTON
When the meter is first turned on, it automatically goes into Auto ranging.
This automatically selects the best range for the measurements being
made and is generally the best mode for most measurements. For
measurement situations requiring that a range be manually selected,
perform the following:
1. Press the RANGE button. The “AUTO” display indicator will turn off.
2. Press the RANGE button to step through the available ranges until
you select the range you want.
3. Press and hold the RANGE button for 2 seconds to exit the Manual
Ranging mode and return to Auto Ranging.
6.3. DATA HOLD BUTTON
The Data Hold function allows the meter to "freeze" a measurement for
later reference.
1. Press the DATA HOLD button to "freeze" the reading on the indicator.
The indicator "HOLD" will be appear in the display.
2. Press the DATA HOLD button to return to normal operation.
6.4. MAX HOLD BUTTON
The max. Hold position is used to measure the maximum value. The
maximum measured value is up dated continuously. Press the button once
again to release the hold and allow a further measurement.
CAUTION: Do not measure DC voltages if a motor on the circuit is
being switched ON or OFF. Large voltage surges may occur
that can damage the meter.
1. Set the function switch to the V DC position ("mV" will appear in the
display).
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative (COM) jack
and the red test lead banana plug into the positive (V) jack.
3. Touch the test probe tips to the circuit under test. Be sure to observe
the correct polarity (red lead to positive, black lead to negative).
4. Read the voltage in the display. The display will indicate the proper
decimal point and value. If the polarity is reversed, the display will
show (-) minus before the value.
6.5. DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS