Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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Specifications

Frequency 45-450 Hz

DC Amps Ranges: 200µA/2000µA/20mA/200mA, 5A

Accuracy (@200µA-200mA) 1.2%±2D; (@5A) 3%±2D

DC Voltage Ranges: 200mV/2000mV/20/200/250V

Accuracy (@200mV) 0.5%±1D;

(@2000mV-200V) 1.0%±1D;
(@250V) 1.0%±2D

AC Voltage Ranges: 200/250V

Accuracy (45-450 Hz) 1.2%±10D

Resistance Ranges: 200/2000/20K/200K/2000K Ohm

Accuracy (@200-200K Ohm) 0.8%±2D;

(@2000K Ohm) 1.0%±2D;

Sampling Rate 2.5 times/Second

Overload Protection Fast-Acting 500mA/250V Fuse

Operating Temperature Range: 32° - 104° F

Display 1
/2" high 3-1/2-digit LCD

Battery One 9 V (included)

Weight .45 lb.

Features Transistor (NPN and PNP) Testing Function, Battery Testing

Function, and Automatic Polarity and Zero Adjust

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 WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

Important Safety Information

Read all safety warnings and instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

General Safety Rules

1. Electrical shock can cause death 4. This meter should be powered only by a
or injury! NEVER TOUCH exposed single, correctly installed 9V battery.
conductors of electricity.
5. Use caution when working near
2. Inspect the Multimeter before voltages above 30 VAC rms, 42 VAC
use. In addition to a general peak, or 60 VDC. Voltages this high
inspection, look specifically for: present a risk of electric shock.
a. Pay special attention to the insulation 6. Disconnect the circuit’s power
protecting the connectors. before connecting the meter in
b. Check the leads for exposed metal, series, when measuring current.
damaged insulation, and continuity. 7. Connect the common (COM) test
c. Replace damaged test lead lead first and disconnect it last.
immediately, before use.
8. Hold the probes with fingers behind guards.
3. Do not use the multimeter if:
9. Avoid electrical shock. Use extreme
a. The test lead is damaged in any way. caution when working near uninsulated
b. The battery is low. conductors or bus bars. Prevent body
c. Near any explosive gasses or fumes. contact with grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ranges, and cabinet
d. Any abnormal operation is detected. enclosures when testing voltages.
(If in doubt about the condition of
the meter, have it serviced.) 10. Observe work area conditions. Do
not test voltages in damp or wet
e. The battery cover is open.
locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep
work area clean and well lit.

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11. Keep children away. Children must 22. Avoid damaging meter. Use only
never be allowed in the work area. as specified in this manual.
12. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, 23. Prior to testing, resistance, diodes, or
use common sense. Do not operate continuity; disconnect all power to the circuit
any meter when you are tired. and discharge all high-voltage capacitors.
13. Do not operate meter if under the influence 24. Performance of this meter may vary
of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on depending on battery condition.
prescriptions to determine if your judgment
25. Use the proper settings, terminals,
or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If
techniques, and range for the tests
there is any doubt, do not operate the meter.
performed. Always start with the
14. Due to the danger inherent in such work, range stated in the instructions.
we strongly recommend that only a
26. Do not apply voltage to the Test Leads when
licensed electrician work on high-voltage
the Multimeter is in the Ohms testing setting.
or other potentially dangerous circuits.
Damage can occur to the multimeter.
15. Do not test voltage on circuits higher than
27. Do not switch between testing modes with
250 volts. This type of testing should
the multimeter connected to a circuit.
only be done by a qualified electrician.
28. Never attempt to use the meter at a setting
16. Do not test current on circuits
combination marked as blank on the scale.
higher than 5A.
29. Prior to testing capacitors, resistance,
17. Store idle equipment. When not in use,
diodes, or continuity; disconnect all
meters must be stored in a dry location to
power to the circuit and discharge
decrease exposure to moisture. Lock up
all high-voltage capacitors.
meters and keep out of reach of children.
30. Check fuse before testing current.
18. Dress properly. Protective, electrically
nonconductive clothes and nonskid footwear 31. Use the proper settings, terminals,
are recommended when working. techniques, and range for the tests
performed. Always start with the
19. Wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles.
range stated in the instructions.
20. Only use accessories intended
32. Have the Multimeter calibrated by
for use with this meter.
a qualified technician every year. A
21. The warnings, cautions, and instructions multimeter that is not calibrated yearly
discussed in this instruction manual will not yield accurate results.
cannot cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. It must
be understood by the operator that
common sense and caution are factors
which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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 Operating Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section

at the beginning of this manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK:

ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN CAUSE DEATH OR INJURY. AVOID
TOUCHING EXPOSED CONDUCTORS OF ELECTRICITY.
Do not test voltage on circuits higher than 250 volts.
Do not test current on circuits higher than 5 amps.

Controls

AC Volt
Selection
Area

Battery Test
DC Volt Selection
Selection Area Area

DC AMP
Selection
Area
Ohm Selection
Area
5A
5A Selection
Area/Jack
Transistor/hFE B B

Jack C C
Transistor
5A MAX
MAX 10SEC
EACH 15MIN
UNFUSED Selection
Area
250V MAX
250V MAX
7 FUNCTION
500mA FUSE
Volt/Ohm/
DIGITAL
MULTIMETER 250V MAX mA Jack

ON/OFF
Switch Diode COM Jack
Selection
Area

Additional Multimeter Precautions

1. Do not to apply voltage to the Test 2. Do not switch between testing modes with
Leads when they are connected to the the multimeter connected to a circuit.
COM (Bottom) and VΩmA (Center)
Jacks and the Multimeter is in an Ohms
testing setting. Damage can occur to
the multimeter or the fuse may blow.

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AC Voltage Measurements
Measure AC conductors carrying up to 250 VAC, 45-450 Hz.
1. Turn the Range Selector Switch to 250 3. Carefully touch the exposed conductors
ACV setting. Always start with the highest with the tips of the probes to measure
range if the voltage is unknown. the voltage (not amperes).
2. Plug the red lead into the VΩmA (Center) 4. Read measurement. If the voltage is
Jack. Plug the black lead into the COM less than 200 volts, set the Range
(Bottom) Jack. Switch the Multimeter ON. Selector Switch to the lower range.
5. When testing is complete, remove Test
Leads and store with multimeter.

DC Voltage Measurements
Measure DC conductors carrying up to 250 VDC.
1. Turn the Range Selector Switch 2. Follow the directions above under
to 250 DCV setting. “AC Voltage Measurements”, only
use the DC settings instead.

DC Current Measurements
Measure DC conductors carrying up to 5 amperes.
1. Turn the Range Selector Switch to the Note: Amperage is always tested in
5A position. Always start with the highest series with the circuit under test.
range if the amperage is unknown.
4. Read measurement.
2. Plug the red lead into the 5ADC (Top)
5. If the reading is less than .2 AMPs,
Jack. Plug the black lead into the COM
switch the red lead to the VΩmA (Center)
(Bottom) Jack. Switch the Multimeter ON.
Jack and set the Range Selector
3. Carefully touch the exposed Switch to the 200 mA setting.
conductors with the tips of the probes
6. When testing is complete, remove Test
to measure the amperage.
Leads and store with multimeter.

Resistance Measurements
Measure circuit resistance up to 2000K Ohms.
WARNING: NEVER measure resistance on 2. Touch the exposed conductors
a circuit with voltage running through it. with the tips of the Test Leads.
1. Turn the Range Selector Switch to the 200 3. Read measurement.
Ω position. Plug the red Test Lead into the
4. If the reading is “1”, set the Range Selector
VΩmA (Center) Jack. Plug the black Test
Switch to the next higher Ohm (Ω) position.
Lead into the Com (Bottom) Jack. Switch
the Multimeter ON. Short the Test Leads
together. The meter should read “0” Ohms.

Transistor (hFE) Measurements

Test transistors to ensure proper function.
1. Turn the Range Selector Switch 2. Switch the Multimeter ON.
to the hFE position.

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3. Insert the transistor pins into the appropriate 4. The meter will show the
hFE jack (NPN or PNP) according to the approximate hFE value.
EBC (Emitter, Base, Collector) sequence.

Diode Measurement
Test the voltage drop in diodes.
1. Turn the Range Selector Switch 3. Connect the red probe to the anode of
to the Diode ( ) position. the diode and the black to the cathode.
2. Plug the red Test Lead into the 4. The approximate forward voltage
VΩmA (Center) Jack. Plug the black drop of the diode will be displayed
Test Lead into the Com (Bottom) in mV. If the connection is reversed
Jack. Switch the Multimeter ON. only “1” will be shown.

Battery Charge Measurement

Test the amount of charge left in batteries.
NOTE: This setting is for testing the charge of small 9V or 1.5V batteries only. Never
use this setting to test automotive or lead-acid batteries. The high current could cause
damage to the meter and/or cause severe personal injury. Use the appropriate DC
Voltage setting to test the open current voltage of such batteries instead.
1. Turn the Range Selector Switch 4. The battery amperage under a load of 370
to the Battery ( ) position. mW will be displayed to a resolution of .1mA.
2. Plug the red Test Lead into the 5. Normal amperage:
VΩmA (Center) Jack. Plug the black For a standard 9V (6LR61) battery
Test Lead into the Com (Bottom) = 25 mA
Jack. Switch the Multimeter ON. For a 1.5 V “AA” (LR6) battery
= 4 mA
3. Connect the red probe to the positive
terminal of the battery and the
black to the negative terminal.

User-Maintenance Instructions

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must

be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK:

Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and remove the test leads
before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication

1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general 2. AFTER USE, clean external surfaces
condition of the tool. Check for loose of the tool with clean cloth.
screws, misalignment or binding of moving
3. Remove battery if not in use for long periods.
parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged
electrical wiring, and any other condition 4. Store unit in a dry location.
that may affect its safe operation. 5. Replace battery and fuse as necessary.

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6. Other than the battery and fuse, there are
no replaceable parts on this unit. Repairs
should be done by a qualified technician.

Battery/Fuse Replacement
To replace the battery or fuse:
1. Remove the Test Leads from the multimeter. 5. Pull battery/fuse out of unit and replace with
a 9V battery or 500mA/250V fast-acting fuse.
2. Turn the unit over.
6. Replace cover and retighten screws.
3. Remove both screws.
4. Remove back cover.

Limited 90 Day Warranty

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This
warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or
accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation,
normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death,
injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to
you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint
must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or
replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot
readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our
expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not
within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.

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