Zico ZI-846 Operating Instructions Manual

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Zico ZI-846 OPERATING INSTRUTION DIGITAL MULTIMETER 10A COM V mA OFF 600 200 2000 20m 200 m 10A 1.5V 9V 200 2000 20k ...

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1 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 t...

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2 diode tests. 6. ALWAYS turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before opening the doors to replace the fuse or batteries. 7. NEVER operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery and fuse doors are in pl...

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3 voltage with respect to earth ground exceeds (in this case) 500 VAC or VDC. This symbol adjacent to one or more terminals identifies them as being associated with ranges that may, in normal use, be subjected to particularly hazardous vol...

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4 2. Function switch 3. 10A jack 4. COM jack 5. Positive jack 6. Data Hold Button 7. Backlight Button Note: Tilt stand, fuse and battery compartment are on rear of unit. SYMBOLS AND ANNUNCIATORS •))) Continuity Diode test...

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5 20V 0.01V 200V 0.1V (0.8% reading + 2 digits) 600V 1V AC Voltage (V AC) 200V 0.1V (1.2% reading + 10 digits (50/60Hz) 600V 1V DC Current (A DC) 2000A 1A (1.0% reading + 2 digits) 20mA 10...

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6 SPECIFICATIONS Diode Test Test current of 1mA maximum, open circuit voltage 2.8V DC typical Continuity Check Audible signal will sound if the resistance is less than approximately 30 Battery Test current 9V (6mA); 1.5V (100mA) In...

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7 Operating Altitude 7000ft. (2000) meters maximum. Weight 255g Size 150mm x 70mm x 48mm Safety For indoor use and in accordance with Overvoltage Category II, Pollution Degree 2. Category II includes local level, appliance, portable...

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8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DATA HOLD BUTTON The Data Hold function allows the meter to "freeze" a measurement for later reference. 1. Press the DATA HOLD button to “freeze” the reading on the indicator. The indicator “HOLD�...

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9 random, changing reading. This is normal and is caused by the high-input sensitivity. The reading will stabilize and give a proper measurement when connected to a circuit. DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS CAUTION: Do not measure DC voltages if a m...

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10 WARNING: Risk of Electrocution. The probe tips may not be long enough to contact the live parts inside some 240V outlets for appliances because the contacts are recessed deep in the outlets. As a result, the reading may show 0 volts when...

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11 CAUTION: Do not make current measurements on the 10A scale for longer than 30 seconds. Exceeding 30 seconds may cause damage to the meter and/or the test leads. 1. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative (COM) ja...

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12 measurements, reset the function switch to successively lower mA DC positions to obtain a higher resolution reading. The display will indicate the proper decimal point and value. RESISTANCE MEASUREMENTS WARNING: To avoid...

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13 WARNING: To avoid electric shock, never measure continuity on circuits or wires that have voltage on them. 1. Set the function switch to the position. 2. Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative (COM) jack Ins...

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14 BATTERY TEST 1. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack. 2. Select the 1.5V or 9V BAT position using the function select switch. 3....

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15 2. Follow instructions for installing batteries. See the Battery Installation section of this manual. 3. Dispose of the old batteries properly. WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until the battery door is ...

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16 WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until the fuse door is in place and fastened securely. ...