Safety Cont'd
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Danger
Avoid electrical shock: do not touch the test leads, tips or the circuit being tested.
Do not try a voltage measurement with the test leads in the 20A or the mA terminal.
When testing for the presence of voltage or current, make sure the meter is functioning correctly. Take a
reading of a known voltage or current before accepting a zero reading.
Choose the proper range and function for the measurement. Do not try voltage or current measurements
that may exceed the ratings marked on the Function/Range switch or terminal.
When measuring current, connect the meter in series with the load.
Never connect more than one set of test leads to the meter.
Disconnect the live test lead before disconnecting the common test lead.
The mA and the 20A terminals are protected by fuses. To avoid possible injury or damage, use only in
circuits limited to 400mA or 20A for 30 seconds.
See also
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Fuse Replacement
Safety Cont'd
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IMPORTANT
To maintain accuracy of the meter, replace the discharged battery immediately when the battery symbol
"BAT"
appears on the meter display.
Avoid measuring error from outside interference. Keep the meter away from spark plug or coil wires.
Avoid damaging the meter when testing voltage. Disconnect the test leads from the test points before
changing functions.
Do not exceed the limits shown in the table below: