5 Operation
Note
Before operating the device, you must read, understand, and follow all in-
structions, dangers, warnings, cautions, and notes.
Note
When the meter is not in use, the function switch should be set to the
position.
Note
When connecting the probe leads to the device under test, connect the nega-
tive lead before connecting the positive lead. When removing the probe
leads, remove the positive lead before removing the negative lead.
5.1 Powering the meter
1. Set the function switch to any position to switch on the meter.
2. If the battery indicator
shows that the battery voltage is low or if the meter
does not power on, replace the batteries. See section 6.2 Battery replace-
ment, page 23.
5.1.1 Auto power off
The meter enters sleep mode after 25 minutes of inactivity. To turn on the meter
again, set the function switch to OFF and then set it to any position again. The au-
to power off time-out is then reset.
5.2 Auto/Manual range
In Auto range mode, the meter automatically selects the most appropriate meas-
urement scale. In Manual range mode, the desired range (scale) is set manually.
Auto range is the default method of operation. When any new function is selected
with the function switch, the starting mode is Auto range, and the
indicator is
displayed.
#T559826; r. AD/ 9130/9130; en-US 13
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