Section Three: Instrument Maintenance
This section provides some basic maintenance
procedures. Repair, calibration, and servicing not
covered in this manual must be performed by
qualified personnel. For maintenance procedures
not described in this manual, contact a Service
Center.
General Maintenance
Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth
and detergent; do not use abrasives or solvents.
Take out the batteries if the Instrument will not
be used for a long time.
Dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect
readings.
Clean the terminals as follows:
1) Turn the Instrument off and remove all test
leads.
2) Shake out any dirt that may be in
terminals.
3) Soak a new swab with alcohol. Clean
each terminal with the swab.
Replacing the Batteries
This Instrument is powered by two AA batteries
(IEC LR6).
Warning
To avoid electrical shock or personal injury:
Remove Test Leads from the Instrument
before opening the battery door.
Close and latch the Battery Cover before
using the meter.
Note
The new and old Batteries cannot be mixed.
Make sure the battery’s odes are in
accordance with the marks illustrated in
battery pool when replacing them.
Take out the batteries if the meter will not be
used for a long time.
Dispose the old batteries in accordance with
the local law.
Replace the batteries as follows.( See Figure 3-1):
1) Turn off the Instrument and remove all
Test Leads from the Terminals;
6
7
