
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
When making voltage or current measurements, develop the habit of turning
off all power to the circuit under test. Connect the test leads at the desired
points in the circuit; then turn on the power while taking readings. Turn off
the power before disconnecting the test leads from the circuit.
INTERNAL BATTERY CHECK
To check the battery condition, insert the black test lead into the (-) jack. Set
the range switch to the ΩX1 range position and short the ends of the two
sides of the test leads. If the pointer can not be brought to the zero mark,
replace the 1.5V cells or 9V cell. (See battery replacement.)
BEFORE OPERATING
1. Set the range switch to the proper position before making any
measurement.
2. Never apply more voltage or current than the rated value in every
position.
3. When the voltage or current to be measured it not known, always start
with the highest range.
4. If meter indication is in the lower half of the scale and falls within the
range of a lower scale, reset selector switch to the lower range for
greatest accuracy.
5. If the meter won’t wotk at all, check the fuse located on the PCB. If it’s
blown, replace it. (See fuse replacement.)
6. Avoid placing the meter where extreme shock or continuous vibration is
encountered and do not store in excessively hot or damp places.
Although very rugged, the meter is a sensitive measuring device and
should be handled carefully & properly.
7. Do not check resistance, transistor, diode, LED, or capacitance when live
voltage or current input across the circuit.
8. When the meter is not in use, keep the selector switch to the “OFF”
range position, this provides direct short across meter movement for
minimum needle bounce when transporting meter.
9. If you should accidentally apply excessive voltage or current on a certain
range, disconnect the leads from the circuot as quickly as possible,
check instrument operation on that range by applying peoper input. If the
meter does not operate peoperly, check fuse. If it is blown replace it.
(See fuse replacement.)