Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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 table of contents
Safety ..........................................2 Operation ..................................... 8
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Specifications ..............................5 Maintenance ...............................14

Setup ...........................................6 Warranty .....................................16

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.
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Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate injury.

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

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 iMpOrtant SaFEty inFOrMatiOn
Safety Warnings and precautions

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read all safety warnings and all 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.
1. Electrical shock can cause death 6. Use caution when working near
or injury! NEVER TOUCH exposed voltages above 30 VAC rms,
conductors of electricity. 42 VAC peak, or 60 VDC. Voltages this
high present a risk of electric shock.
2. test cable voltages with care.
7. Disconnect the circuit’s power

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3. Inspect the Multimeter before
before connecting the Meter in
use. In addition to a general
series, when measuring current.
inspection, look specifically for:
8. Connect the common (COM) test
a. Pay special attention to the
lead first and disconnect it last.
insulation protecting the connectors.
b. Check the leads for exposed metal, 9. Hold the probes with fingers
behind guards.
damaged insulation, and continuity.
10. Avoid electrical shock. Use extreme
c. Replace damaged test lead
caution when working near uninsulated
immediately, before use.
conductors or bus bars. Prevent body
4. Do not use the Multimeter if:

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contact with grounded surfaces such
a. Either of the test leads are as pipes, radiators, ranges, and cabinet
damaged in any way. enclosures when testing voltages.

b. Test leads are dirty or 11. Observe work area conditions. Do

have residue on them. not test voltages in damp or wet
locations. Don’t expose to rain.
c. The battery is low. Keep work area clean and well lit.
d. Near any explosive 12. Keep children away. Children must
gasses or fumes. never be allowed in the work area.
e. Any abnormal operation is 13. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing,
detected. use common sense. Do not operate
(If in doubt about the
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any meter when you are tired.

condition of the Meter, have
it serviced before use). 14. Do not operate meter if under the
influence of alcohol or drugs. Read
f. The battery cover is open. warning labels on prescriptions
5. Power this Meter using only to determine if your judgment or
the battery(ies) referenced in reflexes are impaired while taking
the Specifications Chart. drugs. If there is any doubt,
do not operate the meter.

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 15. People with pacemakers should 24. Use the proper settings, terminals,
consult their physician before use. techniques, and range for the
Electromagnetic fields in close tests performed. Start with the
proximity to heart pacemaker could range stated in the instructions.
cause pacemaker interference 25. Do not apply voltage to the Test
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or pacemaker failure. Leads when the Multimeter is in

16. Do not test voltage on circuits the Ohms testing setting. Damage
higher than 600 volts. can occur to the Meter.
17. Do not test current on circuits 26. Do not switch between testing
higher than 10 amps. modes with the multimeter
connected to a circuit.
18. Dress properly. Protective,
electrically nonconductive 27. Do not use the meter at a setting
clothes and nonskid footwear are marked as blank on the scale.
recommended when working. 28. Have the multimeter calibrated by
19. Wear ANSI-approved safety a qualified technician every year
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goggles during use. to maintain accurate results.

20. Only use accessories intended 29. Do not disassemble multimeter;
for use with this meter. take it to a qualified technician
when service or repair is required.
21. Avoid damaging meter. Use only
Incorrect reassembly may result
as specified in this manual.
in a risk of electric shock or fire.
22. Prior to testing resistance, diodes,
30. The warnings, cautions, and
or continuity; disconnect all power
instructions discussed in this
to the circuit and discharge all
instruction manual cannot cover all
high-voltage capacitors.
possible conditions and situations
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23. Performance of this meter may vary that may occur. It must be understood
depending on battery condition. 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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 Specifications
DC Voltage Ranges: 200mV / 2V / 20V / 200V / 600V DC (max)
Input Impedance: 10MΩ

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DC Voltage Accuracy (@200mV - 200V) ± 0.5% of rdg + 3D
(@600V) ± 0.8% of rdg + 3D
DC Current Ranges: 200μA / 2000μA / 20mA / 200mA / 10A
DC Current Accuracy (@ 200μA - 200mA) ± 0.8% of rdg +3D
(@10A) ± 1.0% of rdg + 10D
AC Voltage Ranges: 2V / 20V / 200V / 600V AC rms (max)
Frequency Response: 40Hz - 400Hz
AC Voltage Accuracy (@2V - 200V) ± 0.5% of rdg + 5D
(@600V) ± 1.0% of rdg + 5D
AC Current Ranges: 200μA / 2000μA / 20mA / 200mA / 10A
AC Current Accuracy (@200μA - 20mA) ± 1.0% of rdg + 3D

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(@200mA) ± 1.2% of rdg +3D
(@10A) ± 1.5% of rdg + 10D
Resistance Ranges: 200Ω / 2kΩ / 20kΩ / 200kΩ / 2MΩ / 20MΩ
Resistance Accuracy (@200Ω - 2MΩ) ± 0.8% of rdg + 4D
(@20MΩ) ± 1.0% of rdg + 4D
Diode 1.5V forward voltage drop
Battery Test Accuracy (@12V / 9V) ± 0.8% of rdg +7D
(@1.5V) ± 3.0% of rdg +5D
Continuity Meter beeps at < 50Ω ± 20Ω
Temperature Range: -4°F - 1382°F (-20°C - 750°C)

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Temperature Accuracy (@-20°C - 750°C) ± 2.0% of rdg +2D
(@-4°F - 1382°F) ± 2.0% of rdg + 4D
Operating Temperature Range: 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)
Operating Humidity <80% RH
Overload Protection (mA jack) FF 400mA H 600V fuse (F2)
(A jack) FF 10A H 600V fuse (F1)
Display LCD
Battery 9V (included)
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 Setup - Before use:

read the EntirE iMpOrtant SaFEty inFOrMatiOn section

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

Functions
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Display

Data
Hold
Button range Button

Function
Button
non-contact
Voltage
Button
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rotary
Switch

Stand
(on back)
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a input
Jack Jack

cOM Jack

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Display

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Symbol Description
autO Auto range mode

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Data Indicates that display data is being held
Diode test
Continuity buzzer
Battery low indicator
Dc Direct current
ac Alternating current
°c °F Celsius / Fahrenheit (temperature)
kMΩ Ohms, Kilohms, Megohms (resistance)
Milli/Micro, Volts (voltage) /
mμVA

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Amperes (current)

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 Operating instructions

read the EntirE iMpOrtant SaFEty inFOrMatiOn section

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

Electrical shock can cause death or injury! nEVEr tOucH
exposed conductors of electricity.

General Operation

Func Button
Press the Func Button to switch between AC/DC or other functions.

Data Hold Button

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The data HOLD function keeps the current reading on the Display.
1. To activate hold, press the HOLD 2. Press HOLD again to release the hold.
Button. The reading will be held on the
Display and the symbol will appear.

ran Button
The ran function allows you to manually switch through different ranges.
1. Press the ran Button to enable 3. When the highest is reached, the
manual selection. When next press of the ran Button will
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enabled, the autO indicator will switch to the range to the lowest.
disappear from the Display. 4. Hold down the ran Button to
2. Pressing the ran Button will progress return to auto range. When in
the reading to the next higher range auto range the autO indicator will
and as you press it will move the reappear on the Display and you
range up until the highest is reached. can release the ran Button.
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ncV (non-contact ac Voltage) Button
The ncV function allows you to use the Meter for voltage detection.
1. To activate, hold down the 3. Release the ncV Button to
ncV Button in any mode. stop voltage detection.

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2. Move the Meter close to the voltage WarninG! Even if no indication is
source or unshielded conductor. If given, voltage may still be present.
voltage is detected, the meter will Do not rely solely on NCV detection to
beep and the Non-Contact Voltage determine the presence of voltage.
Indicator will flash.

auto power-Off Operation

If the Meter is not used for approximately 15 minutes, it automatically turns
itself off to conserve battery power. To turn the Meter back on after auto-
off, press any Button or turn the rotary switch. To disable Auto Power-Off,

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press and hold down the HOLD Button when powering on the Meter.

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 Measurement Operation
note: Remove plugs from note: Test Lead probes have removable
ends of Test Leads (included) covers for overvoltage protection. With
before connecting to Meter. covers in place, Test Leads are rated for
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use with CAT III circuits. Exposed probes

are rated for use with CAT II circuits.
ac/Dc Voltage Measurement
Measure AC conductors carrying up to 600 VAC, from 40 Hz to 400 Hz.
Measure DC conductors carrying up to 600 VDC.
WarninG! Use caution when working 3. Press Func Button to choose
near voltages above 30 VAC rms, between AC and DC voltage.
42 VAC peak, or 60 VDC. Voltages this 4. While observing polarity, carefully
high present a risk of electric shock. touch exposed conductors
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WarninG! To prevent damage with tips of probes.

to the Meter or personal injury, do 5. Read measured voltage on the Display.
not measure voltages higher than
600 VDC or 600 VAC rms. • ″OL” displayed on the Meter
indicates the measurement
1. Plug black test lead into cOM Jack. exceeds the current range.
Plug red test lead into input Jack.
6. When testing is complete, turn
2. Turn Rotary Switch to the position. Rotary Switch to OFF, remove
Test Leads and store with Meter.

temperature Measurement
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Measure temperature from -4°F to 1382°F (-20°C to 750°C).

1. Connect red end of Thermocouple 4. Read measured temperature
(included) to the input Jack and on the Display.
the black end to the cOM Jack. 5. When is complete, turn Rotary
2. Turn Rotary Switch to the temp Switch to OFF remove Thermocouple
position. The Display will show and store with Meter.
the current ambient temperature. WarninG! To prevent electric
Press Func to switch between shock, remove Thermocouple before
Celsius and Fahrenheit. switching between testing modes.
3. Touch the tip of the Thermocouple
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to the object to be tested.

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continuity Measurement
Test continuity between two points of a circuit.
WarninG! To prevent electric shock, turn 5. Read measured resistance on
off all power and fully discharge capacitors the Display. If the measured

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in the circuit under test before measuring. resistance is less than 50Ω ±
20Ω, the Meter will beep.
1. Plug black test lead into cOM Jack.
Plug red test lead into input Jack. 6. When testing is complete, turn
Rotary Switch to OFF, remove
2. Turn the Rotary Switch
Test Leads and store with Meter.
to the position.
note: If Test Leads are open or
3. Press Func until is displayed.
the resistance of the circuit is out
4. Connect the test leads across of range, OL is displayed.
the circuit to be measured.

resistance Measurement

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Measure circuit resistance up to 20M ohms.
WarninG! To prevent electric shock, turn 5. When testing is complete, turn
off all power and fully discharge capacitors Rotary Switch to OFF, remove
in the circuit under test before measuring. Test Leads and store with Meter.
note: When measuring Ohms, note: Sometimes the resistor value and
start with the lowest range if the measured resistance differ. This is due
resistance is unknown. to the Meter’s output test current going
through all possible paths between leads.
1. Plug black test lead into cOM Jack.
Plug red test lead into input Jack. • Keep test leads as

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short as possible.
2. Turn the Rotary Switch to
the position. The default • Resistors should be
position is resistance. measured out of circuit.
3. Carefully touch exposed note: For resistance measurements
conductors with tips of probes. above 1MΩ, allow a few seconds
to get a steady reading.
4. Read measured resistance
on the Display. note: When leads are disconnected
or measurement is out of
range, OL is displayed.
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 Diode Measurement
Test voltage drop in diodes.
WarninG! To prevent electric shock, turn 4. Connect red probe to diode’s anode (+)
off all power and fully discharge capacitors and black probe to its cathode (-).
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in the circuit under test before measuring. 5. Read measured forward-biased

1. Plug black test lead into cOM Jack. voltage drop on the Display.
Plug red test lead into input Jack. note: If the test leads are reversed
2. Turn the Rotary Switch or open, OL is displayed.
to the position. note: When testing is complete,
3. Press Func until is displayed. turn Rotary Switch to OFF, remove
Test Leads and store with Meter.

current Measurement
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Measure current in AC and DC circuits carrying up to 10 amperes.

note: Amperage is always tested 5. Break the circuit and connect the
in series with circuit under test. Test Leads in series with the circuit
being measured. Connect the black
note: When using manual range
lead on the lower voltage side.
mode, always start with the highest
range if the amperage is unknown. • Plug black test lead
into cOM Jack.
WarninG! Check fuses before
making current measurements. To • If amperage is < 200mA, plug
prevent damage to the meter, be sure red test lead into input Jack.
to use the correct input jacks. • If amperage is > 200mA
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1. Turn the Rotary Switch to the (10A maximum), plug red

appropriate position, depending on the test lead into Jack.
amperage of the circuit under test. 6. Power on the circuit and read
• Selections are microamperes, measurement. If “OL” is displayed
milliamperes, or amperes. then the measurement exceeds
the current rating. Move the
2. Press Func to select AC or DC.
rotary switch to a higher range.
3. Always start with the highest range
note: Measure for a maximum 30
if the amperage is unknown.
seconds and allow 15 minutes to
4. Turn off power to the circuit and pass between measurements.
allow capacitors to discharge.
7. When testing is complete, turn
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Rotary Switch to OFF, remove

WarninG! To prevent damage to
Test Leads and store with Meter.
the Meter, never measure open-circuit
voltages exceeding 600V between
the input terminals and ground.

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Battery test
To measure voltage stored in a battery.
1. Set the Rotary Switch to the range 4. Read the measurement
that matches the battery under test. on the Meter Display.

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• Selections are 12V, 9V or 1.5V. WarninG! To prevent damage to
the Meter, do not connect the Meter
2. Plug the red lead to the input Jack.
Plug the black test lead into cOM jack. to a battery with a voltage rating
exceeding 60 VAC or 30 VDC.
3. Connect the red test lead to the
5. When testing is complete, turn
positive (+) terminal of the battery
Rotary Switch to OFF, remove
and the black test lead to the
Test Leads and store with Meter.
negative (-) terminal of battery.

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 Maintenance and Servicing

procedures not specifically explained in this manual

must be performed only by a qualified technician.
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cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication

1. Wipe unit with a dry, lint-free cloth. 3. Store Meter in a dry location.
Do not use solvents or abrasives. 4. Other than test leads, the battery, and
2. Remove battery if not in fuses, there are no replaceable parts
use for long periods. on this Meter. repairs should be
done by a qualified technician.

Battery replacement
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If the sign appears on the Display, 4. Remove battery from the

the battery should be replaced. battery compartment.
1. Power off Meter and 5. Replace battery with the
remove its Test Leads. same type and rating.
2. Turn Meter over and remove screw 6. Replace battery cover and tilt stand.
on back cover. Save the screw. Fasten securely with saved screw.
3. Carefully remove battery cover and note: Do not reverse the
tilt stand from back of Meter. polarity of the battery.

Fuse replacement
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1. Power off Meter and 4. Carefully pull the outside

remove Test Leads. cover off the Meter.
2. Turn Meter over and remove screw 5. Remove four screws from back cover,
from back. Save the screw. one from each corner. Save screws.
3. Carefully remove battery cover and One screw at
tilt stand from back of meter. each corner.
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6. Carefully open the case and separate
the case top and bottom. Lie the two
sides of the case next to each other
being careful to not pull the wires.

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F2 = 400ma F1 = 10a

8. Replace with new fuse of the

same type and rating.
7. Carefully remove fuses one at a
9. Rejoin the covers being careful to
time. Gently pry one end loose
not pinch wires. Secure covers
and remove from its bracket.
with the four saved screws.
Make note of the rating.
10. Reattach Meter’s outside cover.
11. Reattach battery cover and tilt
stand. Secure with the saved
screw and tighten securely.

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calibration
Have the Meter calibrated by a qualified technician every year. MaintEnancE

record Serial number Here:

note: If product has no serial number,

record month and year of purchase instead.

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 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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