Craftsman 82345 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Manual Ranging MultiMeter

Model 82345

CAUTION: Read, understand and

follow Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this manual before using this product.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page Warranty 3 Safety Instructions 4 Safety Symbols 5 Control and Jacks 6 Symbols and Annunciators 6 Specifications 7 Battery Installation 10 Operating Instructions 11

DC Voltage Measurements 11 AC Voltage Measurements 12 DC Current Measurements 13 Resistance Measurements 14 Temperature Measurements 14 Diode Test 15 Continuity Test 15 Battery Test 16 Data Hold 16

Maintenance 17

Replacing the Battery 18

Replacing the Fuse 18 Troubleshooting 19 Service and Parts 19

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN MULTIMETER If this CRAFTSMAN Multimeter fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will replace it, free of charge. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

For Customer Assistance Call 9am - 5pm (ET) Monday through Friday 1-888-326-1006

WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION IN THE USE OF THIS DEVICE. Improper use of this device can result in injury or

death. Follow all safeguards suggested in this manual in addition to the normal safety precautions used in working with electrical circuits. DO NOT service this device if you are not qualified to do so.

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 600V AC and DC

mA DC 200mA DC

A DC 10A DC (for 15 seconds max.

Resistance, Diode Test, Continuity

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 power and disconnect test leads before opening the

covers to replace the fuse or battery.

7. NEVER operate the meter unless the back cover is 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.

every 15 minutes)

500V DC/AC

SAFETY SYMBOLS

This symbol adjacent to another symbol, terminal or operating device indicates that the operator must refer to an explanation in the Operating Instructions to avoid personal injury or damage to the meter.

WARNING

CAUTION

MAX 600V

This WARNING symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

This CAUTION symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result damage to the product.

This symbol advises the user that the terminal(s) so marked must not be connected to a circuit point at which the voltage with respect to earth ground exceeds 600V.

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 voltages. For maximum safety, the meter and its test leads should not be handled when these terminals are energized.

This symbol indicates that a device is protected throughout by double insulation or reinforced insulation.

CONTROLS AND JACKS

1. LCD Display

2. Hold push-button

3. Rotary function dial

4. Test lead jack for voltage,

milli-amp, resistance and temperature

5. Test lead jack for amps

6. COM test lead jack

Note: Tilt stand and battery

access is on the rear of unit.

SYMBOLS AND ANNUNCIATORS

AC (voltage)

DC (direct current or voltage)

•))) Continuity and Diode test

mV, V millivolt, volt (voltage)

!! k!!"M!" ohm, kilohm, megohm (resistance)

mA, A milliamp, Amp (current)

F, ºC Degrees Fahrenheit, Centigrade (temperature)

Low battery

H Display hold

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