Item #826 403 Model #MS8132A USE AND CARE GUIDE DIGITAL MULTIMETER MS8132A DIGITAL MULTIMETER 2K OFF 9V 1.5V CAT III 300V 300VCAT III Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call Commercial Electric Customer Service 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., EST, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., EST, Saturday 1-877-527-0313 HOMEDEPOT.COM THANK YOU We appreciate the trust and confidence you have placed in Commercial Electric through the purchase of this digital multimeter.
Table of Contents Safety Information ......................................................... 2 Precautions ..............................................................................3 Warranty ......................................................................... 3 Pre-Operation ................................................................ 4 Product Description .................................................................4 LCD Display Definitions ..............................................
Safety Information (continued) PRECAUTIONS WARNING: Measure known voltage with the meter to verify that the meter is working properly. If the meter is working abnormally, stop using it immediately. A protective device may be damaged. If there is any doubt, have the meter inspected by a qualified technician. WARNING: Do not measure voltages exceeding the rated voltage marked on the meter. WARNING: Do not operate the meter with any part removed or damaged.
Pre-Operation PRODUCT DESCRIPTION E A F MS8132A DIGITAL MULTIMETER 2K OFF 9V 1.5V B C D 300V CAT III Part Name Description A LCD display Displays the measured readings. B Select switch Rotate to select a measurement mode. C Common input jack Connect to the black test lead. D Positive input jack Connect to the red test lead to measure DC voltage, AC voltage, resistance, diode and batteries.
Pre-Operation (continued) LCD DISPLAY DEFINITIONS 1 4 2 3 MS8132A DIGITAL MULTIMETER LCD Term Description 1 High voltage indicator 2 Numerical value polarity indicator (negative sign) 3 Battery low voltage indicator 4 Measurement display value ACCURACY Function Range Accuracy ACV 1V-300V ±(2.0% of reading +10 digits) DCV 1V-300V ±(2.0% of reading +8 digits) Resistance 2KΩ ±(2.0% of reading +10 digits) Diode Displays the appropriate diode positive voltage Battery test 1.5V 1.
Pre-Operation (continued) PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Component Specification Altitude Up to 2000 meters Battery 2 x AAA 1.
Operation (continued) 2 Completing a resistance measurement E □ □ □ □ A F WARNING: To avoid damage to the meter or equipment being measured, cut off all power supply to the measured circuits and discharge all high voltage capacitors before measuring resistance. MS8132A DIGITAL MULTIMETER 2K Set the switch (B) to the Ω position (1). Connect the black test lead (F) to the common jack (C) and the red test lead (E) to the positive jack (D).
Operation (continued) 4 Testing a battery E WARNING: To prevent injury or damage to the meter, do not connect the meter to a battery with a voltage rating that exceeds 60V AC or 30V DC. □ □ □ A F MS8132A DIGITAL MULTIMETER Set the switch (B) to either the 9V (1) or 1.5V (2) battery position (1). Connect the black test lead (F) to the common jack (C) and the red test lead (E) to the positive jack (D).
Maintenance (continued) □ □ □ □ □ □ Turn the meter off by turning the switch to the OFF position. Disconnect the test leads and any connectors from the terminals on the meter. Use a screwdriver to unscrew and remove the battery cover located on the back of the meter. If you are replacing the fuse, unscrew all of the screws on the back of the meter. Remove the used batteries or damaged fuse. Replace with a new battery or fuse. Reattach the battery cover and secure with the screws.
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call Commercial Electric Customer Service 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., EST, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., EST, Saturday 1-877-527-0313 HOMEDEPOT.COM Retain this manual for future use.
