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MN16A  V1.4   03/12 

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

This meter has been designed for safe use, but must be operated with caution. The rules listed below 
must be carefully followed for safe operation. 

1. 

NEVER

 apply voltage or current to the meter that exceeds the specified maximum: 

Input Protection Limits 

Function Maximum 

Input 

V DC or V AC 

600VDC/AC  

mA AC/DC 

400mA AC/DC 

A AC/DC 

10A AC/DC (20A for 30 sec max every 15 min) 

Frequency, Resistance, Capacitance, 
Diode Test, Continuity, Temperature 

250VDC/AC 

2. 

USE EXTREME CAUTION

 when working with high voltages. 

3. 

DO NOT

 measure voltage if the voltage on the "COM" input jack exceeds 600V above earth 

ground. 

4. 

NEVER

 connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the function switch is in the 

current, resistance, or diode mode. Doing so can damage the meter. 

5. 

ALWAYS

 discharge filter capacitors in power supplies and disconnect the power when making 

resistance or diode tests. 

6. 

ALWAYS

 turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before opening the covers to replace 

the fuse or batteries. 

7. 

NEVER

 operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery and fuse covers are in place 

and fastened securely. 

8. 

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided 
by the equipment may be impaired. 

 

Summary of Contents for MN16A

Page 1: ...User s Guide Autoranging Mini Multimeter Model MN16A...

Page 2: ...s identifies them as being associated with ranges that may in normal use be subjected to particularly hazardous voltages For maximum safety the meter and its test leads should not be handled when thes...

Page 3: ...on electrical outlets can be difficult and misleading because of the uncertainty of connection to the recessed electrical contacts Other means should be used to ensure that the terminals are not live...

Page 4: ...ges 3 DO NOT measure voltage if the voltage on the COM input jack exceeds 600V above earth ground 4 NEVER connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the function switch is in the current re...

Page 5: ...button 10 Battery compartment rear Symbols and Annunciators Continuity Diode test Low Battery n nano 10 9 capacitance micro 10 6 amps m milli 10 3 volts amps A Amps k kilo 10 3 ohms F Farads capacitan...

Page 6: ...uch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit 4 Read the voltage in the display AC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS WARNING Risk of Electrocution The probe tips may not be long enough to contact...

Page 7: ...probe tip to the positive side of the circuit 8 Apply power to the circuit 9 Read the current in the display AC CURRENT MEASUREMENTS CAUTION Do not make 20A current measurements for longer than 30 se...

Page 8: ...the function switch to the position 2 Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative COM jack Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive jack 3 Press the MODE button to indicate and...

Page 9: ...acitors before taking any capacitance measurements Remove the batteries and unplug the line cords 1 Set the rotary function switch to the CAP position 2 Insert the black test lead banana plug into the...

Page 10: ...ows you to make measurements relative to a stored zero reference value A reference voltage current etc can be stored and measurements made in comparison to that value The displayed value is the differ...

Page 11: ...IES OF THE RECOMMENDED SIZE AND TYPE Remove old or weak batteries so they do not leak and damage the unit 6 IF THE METER IS TO BE STORED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME the batteries should be removed to pr...

Page 12: ...nt A DC 10A 0 01A 2 5 reading 5 digits 400 A 0 1 A 1 5 reading 5 digits 4000 A 1 A 40mA 0 01mA 400mA 0 1mA 1 8 reading 5 digits AC Current A AC 10A 0 01A 3 0 reading 7 digits 400 0 1 1 2 reading 4 dig...

Page 13: ...es approximately Polarity Automatic no indication for positive Minus sign for negative Measurement Rate 2 times per second nominal Low Battery Indication is displayed if battery voltage drops below op...

Page 14: ...ned to Extech The sender is responsible for shipping charges freight insurance and proper packaging to prevent damage in transit This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from action of the us...

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