Raptor R00190 User manual

R00190
Wolseley UK, CV31 3HH
0344 292 7060
[e-mail]
www.raptortool.co.uk
Before using the instrument, please read this manual
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R00193
DIGITAL MULTIMETER
With Temperature Function
USER MANUAL

Safety information
Safety symbols.
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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.
WARNING symbol indicates a potentially
hazardous situation, which if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION symbol indicates a potentially
hazardous situation, which if not avoided,
may result in a damaged 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 600 VAC or VDC).

MAX
500
V

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Safety information
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.
Input limits
Function Maximum input
V DC or V AC CATIII-600V DC/AC
mA DC/AC 200mA/250V DC/AC
A DC/AC 10A/250V DC/AC (30
seconds max every
15 minutes)
Resistance, Diode
test, Continuity,
Temperature
250V DC/AC


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Maintenance
Maintenance Information.
• The unit may be cleaned using a dry soft cloth,
do not use a wet or abrasive cloth, solvents or
detergents.
• Always remove any test/temperature leads when
not in use.
Calibration.
To maintain the integrity of measurements,
Wolseley recommends that the multimeter is
calibrated annually at an approved Calibration
Laboratory.
Wolseley can offer this service,
please contact calibr[email protected]o.uk
or call 0344 292 7060 to arrange.

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Features
Accessories.
• Test leads.
• 9V battery.
• User manual.
• K Type 1m wire thermocouple & adaptor.
Symbols.
BAT
HOLD
MAX
AUTO
AC
DC
°F
°C

m

Continuity
Low Battery
Diode
Data Hold
Max data Hold
Auto-ranging
Alternating Current or Voltage
Direct Current or Voltage
Degrees Fahrenheit
Degrees Centigrade
Alternating Current
Direct Current
Micro
Milli
Resistance
AC & DC

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Physical Appearance.
Features
Height - 140mm
Width - 66mm
Depth - 37mm
Weight - 208g
(without battery)

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Measurement
Method
Measurement Method.
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. Change to a higher range.
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.

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Measurement
Method
Mode Button.
To select Diode/Continuity or DC/AC current,
Temperature(C/F).
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 again 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.

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Measurement
Method
Data Hold/Back-light Control Button.
The Data Hold function allows the meter to
“freeze” a measurement for later reference and
control the back light.
1. Press the Data Hold/Back-light control
button to retain the reading on the
indicator. The indicator “HOLD” will be
appear in the display.
2. Press the Data Hold/Back-light control
button to return to normal operation.
3. Press and hold the Data Hold/Back-light
control button for 2 seconds to turn the
back light on. Pressing and holding the
Data Hold/Back-light control button
for 2 seconds will turn the back light off.
Max Hold Button
The Max Hold position is used to measure the
maximum value. The maximum measured value
is updated continuously. Press the Max/Hold
button again to release to hold and allow
further measurement.

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Measurement
Method
DC Voltage Measurements.
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.
AC Voltage Measurements.
WARNING: Risk of electrocution. The probe tips
may not be long enough to contact the live parts
inside some 240V outlets for appliances because
the contacts are recessed deep in the outlets.

As a result, the reading may show 0 volts when
the outlet actually has voltage on it. Make sure
the probe tips are touching the metal contacts
inside the outlet before assuming that no
voltage is present.
CAUTION: Do not measure AC 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 AC position.
(“V” 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.
4. Read the voltage in the display. The display
will indicate the proper decimal point and
value.
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Measurement
Method

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DC Current Measurements.
CAUTION: Do not make current measurements
on the 10A scale for longer than 30 seconds.
Exceeding 30 seconds may cause damage to the
meter and/or the test leads.
1. Insert the black test lead banana plug into
the negative (COM) jack.
2. For current measurements up to 2000A DC,
set the function switch to the A position and
insert the red test lead banana plug into the
(A) jack.
3. For current measurements up to 200mA DC,
set the function switch to the mA range and
insert the red test lead banana plug into the
(mA) jack.
4. For current measurements up to 10A DC, set
the function switch to the 10A position and
insert the red test lead banana plug into the
10A jack.
5. Press the mode button until “DC” appears in
the display.
Measurement
Method

6. Remove power from the circuit under test, then
open up the circuit at the point where you wish
to measure current.
7. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative
side of the circuit. Touch the red test probe tip
to the positive side of the circuit.
8. Apply power to the circuit.
9. Read the current in the display. The display
will indicate the proper decimal point, value
and symbol.
AC Current Measurements.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not measure
AC current on any circuit whose voltage exceeds
250V AC.
CAUTION: Do not make current measurements on
the 10A scale for longer than 30 seconds. Exceeding
30 seconds may cause damage to the meter and/or
the test leads.
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Measurement
Method

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1. Insert the black test lead banana plug into
the negative (COM) jack.
2. For current measurements up to 2000A AC,
set the function switch to the A position and
insert the red test lead banana plug into the
(A) jack.
3. For current measurements up to 200mA AC,
set the function switch to the mA range and
insert the red test lead banana plug into the
(mA) jack.
4. For current measurements up to 10A AC, set
the function switch to the A position and
insert the red test lead banana plug into the
10A jack.
5. Press the mode button until “AC” appears in
the display.
6. Remove power from the circuit under test,
then open up the circuit at the point where
you wish to measure current.
7. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative
side of the circuit. And touch the red test
probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.
8. Apply power to the circuit.
Measurement
Method

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Measurement
Method
9. Read the current in the display. The display
will indicate the proper decimal point, value
and symbol.
Resistance Measurements.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect
power to the unit under test and discharge
all capacitors before taking any resistance
measurements. Remove the batteries and
unplug the line cords.
1. Set the function switch to the  position.
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into
the negative (COM) jack and the red test lead
banana plug into the positive  jack.
3. Touch the test probe tips across the circuit or
part under test. It is best to disconnect one
side of the part under test so the rest of the
circuit will not interfere with the resistance
reading.
4. Read the resistance in the display. The
display will indicate the proper decimal
point, value and symbol.

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Continuity Check.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, never
measure continuity on circuits or wires that
have voltage on them.
1. Set the function switch to the position.
2. Insert the black lead banana plug into the
negative jack (COM) and the red test lead
banana plug into the positive jack ().
3. Press the mode button until the symbol
appears in the display.
4. Touch the test probe tips to the circuit or wire
you wish to check.
5. If the resistance is less than approximately
30, the audible signal will sound. The display
will also show the actual resistance.
Diode Test.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not test
any diode that has voltage on it.
1. Set the function switch to position.
2. Press the mode button until the symbol
appears in the display.
Measurement
Method
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Measurement
Method
3. Insert the black test lead banana plug into
the negative jack (COM) and the red test
lead banana plug into the positive jack ().
4. Touch the test probe tips to the diode or
semiconductor junction you wish to test. Note
the meter reading.
5. Reverse the probe polarity by switching probe
position. Note this reading.
6. The diode or junction can be evaluated as
follows:
A. If one reading shows a value and the other
reading shows OL, the diode is good.
B. If both readings show OL, the device is open.
C. If both readings are very small or 0, the device
is shorted.
NOTE: The value indicated in the display
during the diode check is the forward voltage.
Temperature Measurements.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect
both test probes from any source of voltage
before making a temperature measurement.

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1. Insert the black side of K Type adapter into
the negative (COM) jack and the red side of K
Type adapter into the positive (V) jack,
making sure to observe the correct polarity.
2. Pressing the mode button will change
temperature unit between °C/°F.
3. Touch the temperature probe head to the
part whose temperature you wish to measure.
Keep the probe touching the part under
test until the reading stabilizes
(about 30 seconds).
4. The temperature will be displayed on the
screen.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock always
remove the thermocouple before changing to
another measurement function.
Measurement
Method
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Battery
Replacement
Battery.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect
the test leads from any source of voltage before
removing the battery door.
1. When the batteries become exhausted or drop
below the operating voltage, “BAT” will appear
in the right-hand side of the LCD display. The
battery should be replaced.
2. Follow instructions for installing battery, see
the Battery Installation section of this manual.
3. Dispose of the old battery properly.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not
operate your meter until the battery door is in
place and fastened securely.
Battery Installation.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect
the test leads from any source of voltage before
removing the battery door.

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1. Disconnect the test leads from the meter.
2. Open the battery door by loosening the screw
using a Phillips head screwdriver.
3. Insert the battery into battery holder,
observing the correct polarity.
4. Put the battery door back in place. Secure
with the two screws.
NOTE: If your meter does not work properly,
check the fuses and battery to make sure that
they are still good and that they are properly
inserted.
Battery
Replacement
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