User Manual

6. How to make measurements
6.1. Measuring AC/DC voltage
Understanding Phantom readings:
In some DC and AC voltage ranges, when the test leads are not
connected to any circuit, the display might show a phantom reading. This
is normal. The meter’s high input sensitivity produces a wandering effect.
When you connect the test leads to a circuit, accurate reading appears.
Warning!
Do not try to measure a voltage greater than 600 V DC/AC. You might
damage your meter and expose yourself to a severe shock hazard.
Follow these steps to measure DC/AC Voltage.
1. Set the rotary selector to the desired position. Select the range as
required for the voltage level to be measured. If you do not know the
voltage level, start with the range switch set to the highest voltage
position and reduce the setting as needed to get a reading.
2. Plug the black test lead into the meter’s COM terminal and the red
test lead into the V//CAP/Hz/Temp.- terminal.
3. Connect the test leads to the DC/AC voltage source you want to
measure.
Warning! When you connect the test probes to an AC outlet, do not turn
the rotary selector switch to another range. It could damage the meter’s
internal components or injure you.
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