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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 
Measuring Voltage 

1.  Connect the black test lead to the “COM” Terminal and the red test lead to the “INPUT” 

terminal. 

2.  Set the function switch to V~ or V

 range. Select Auto or Manual range with the 

“RANGE” button.  

3.  In manual range, if the voltage magnitude to be measured is not known beforehand, set 

the ranges switch to the highest range position and then reduce it range by range until 
satisfactory resolution is obtained. 

4.  Connect the test leads across the source or load to be measured. 
5.  Results are displayed on the LCD display. The polarity of the red lead connection will be 

indicated when making a DC measurement.  

Note:  

a.  In small ranges, the meter may display an unstable reading when the test leads have not 

been connected to the load to be measured. It is normal and will not affect the results. 

b.  In manual range mode, when the meters show the Overload symbol, “OL”, a higher 

range must be selected. 

c.  To avoid damage to the meter, do not measure a voltage which exceeds 600V DC (for 

DC voltage measurement) or 600V AC (for AC voltage measurement). 

 

Measuring Current 

1.  Connect the black test lead to the “COM” jack. If the current to be measured is less than 

200mA, connect the red test lead to the “INPUT” jack. If the current is between 200mA 
and 10A, connect the red test lead to the “10A” jack instead.  

2.  Set the range switch to desired “µA

”, “mA

”, or “A

” range. 

If the current magnitude to be measured is not known beforehand, set the ranges switch 
to the highest range position and then reduce it range by range until satisfactory 
resolution is obtained. 

3.  Select DC current measurement or AC current measurement with the “Select” Button. 
4.  Select auto range or manual range with the “Range” button. In manual range, if the 

current magnitude to be measured is not known beforehand, select the highest range. 

5.  Connect test leads in series with the circuit to be measured. 
6.  Results are displayed on the LCD display. For DC current measurement, the polarity of 

the red test lead connection will be indicated as well. 

Note: 

a.  When the display shows the Overload symbol “OL”, a higher range must be selected. 

 

Measuring Resistance 

1.  Connect the black test lead to the “COM” jack and the red to the “INPUT” jack (Note: 

The polarity of the red test lead is positive “+”). 

2.  Set the range switch to “

”position. 

3.  Set the “Select” button to “

” range. 

4.  Select auto range or manual range with the “Range” button. In manual range, if the 

current magnitude to be measured is not known beforehand, select the highest range. 

5.  Connect the test leads across the load to be measured. 
6.  Results are displayed on the LCD display. 

Note: 

a.  For resistance measurements >1MΩ, the meter may take a few seconds to stabilize 

reading. This is normal for high-resistance measurement. 

Summary of Contents for DT132A

Page 1: ...if all or part of the exterior casing is removed Look for cracks or missing plastic Pay special attention to the insulation around the connectors Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or expos...

Page 2: ...and damage Turn the Meter off when not in use and take out the battery when it is not going to be used for an extended period of time Regularly check the battery as it may leak when it has not been u...

Page 3: ...al Polarity Indication displayed Overload Indication OL displayed Low Battery Indication Yes Operating Environment 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C 80 RH Storage Temperature 14 F 122 F 10 C 50 C 85 RH Power 3 x 1...

Page 4: ...de when measuring voltage current resistance or capacitance When the meter is in auto range mode AUTO is displayed on the screen To enter or exit manual range mode press the RANGE button When entering...

Page 5: ...maximum and minimum values will be cleared after cleared when the test function changes or the meter is turned off 6 Relative Test Press this button to store the current reading and resets the display...

Page 6: ...t Impedance 10M Overload Protection 600V DC or 600V AC rms 200mV range 250V DC AC rms Max Input Voltage 600V DC AC Voltage Auto Ranging Range Resolution Accuracy 400mV 1mV 1 2 of rdg 5 dgts 4V 1mV 1 0...

Page 7: ...ed for standard configuration DC Current Range Resolution Accuracy 400 A 0 1 A 1 2 of rdg 8dgts 4000 A 1 A 40m A 10 A 400m A 100 A 4A 1mA 10A 10mA Overload Protection A and mA ranges F0 5A 600V fuse 4...

Page 8: ...l 200mA A Terminal 10A For measurements 5A only measure in durations less than 10 seconds in intervals greater than 15 minutes Voltage Drop 400 A 40mA and 4A ranges 40mV 4000 A 400mA and 10A ranges 40...

Page 9: ...it voltage about 0 5V Overload Protection 250V DC AC rms For continuity test When the resistance is between 50 and 100 the buzzer may sound or may not sound When the resistance is more than 100 the bu...

Page 10: ...d 10A connect the red test lead to the 10A jack instead 2 Set the range switch to desired A mA or A range If the current magnitude to be measured is not known beforehand set the ranges switch to the h...

Page 11: ...ead to the anode of the diode to be tested and the black test lead to the cathode 5 The meter will show the approximate forward voltage of the diode If the connections are reversed OL will be shown on...

Page 12: ...he specified ratings Then reinstall the battery cover and lock the cover DISPOSAL OF THIS ARTICLE If you at some point intend to dispose of this article please keep in mind that many of its components...

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