User Manual

8. Care and Maintenance
Your digital multimeter is a precise electronic device. Do not
tamper with circuit. To prevent electric shock hazard, turn off the
meter and disconnect test leads before removing the back cover.
Any adjustments, maintenance or repair of the instruments,
except battery and fuse replacement, should be done by
qualified individuals.
* Keep your meter dry. If it does get wet, wipe it immediately.
Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic
circuits.
* Use and store your meter only in normal temperature
environments. Extreme temperature can shorten the life of
electronic devices, damage battery and distort or melt plastic
part.
* Handle your meter gently and carefully. Dropping it can
damage circuit boards and cause the meter to work
improperly.
* Keep your meter away from dusts and dirt which can cause
premature wear of parts.
* Wipe out meter with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it
looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or
strong detergents for cleaning the meter.
* Use only a brand new battery of the same size and type.
Always remove an old or weak battery. It can leak chemicals
that destroy electronics circuits.
Warning!
Modifying or tampering with your meter’s internal components
can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty.
8.1. Installing the battery
Your meter requires a 4 x 1,5 V batteries (AA, UM-3) for power.
The battery symbol appears when the batteries voltage drops to
certain limits. For correct operation, replace the battery as soon
as possible. Continued use with a low battery will lead to errors
in reading.
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