Extech RC100 Operating Manual

User's Guide

R/C SMD Tweezers
Model RC100

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Extech RC100
SMD Tweezers. This device offers rapid and accurate
capacitance and resistance measurements of chip
components. This meter is shipped fully tested and
calibrated and, with proper use, will provide years of
reliable service.

Precautions and Safety measures

When using this meter, the user must observe all normal
safety rules

• Allow a 30 seconds warm-up before use.

• If the meter is used near noise generating

equipment the display may become unstable or
indicate large errors.

• Do not use the meter if it appears damaged.

• Use the meter only as specified in this manual;

otherwise, the protection provided by the meter may
be impaired.

• Do not operate the meter near explosive gas, vapor,
or dust.

• To avoid damages to the instrument, do not exceed
the maximum limits of the input values.

• Caution: Don't use this device if working voltage is
above 50V DC or 36 V AC rms. Such voltages pose
a shock hazard and damage the meter

• When using this meter, keep your fingers away from
the metal of the meter.

• Before changing functions, disconnect the test clip
from the circuit under test.

• Replace the battery when the
appears. With a low battery, the meter might
produce false readings.

Symbols:

Symbols used in this manual and on the meter:

Caution: refer to the instruction manual.
Incorrect use may result in damage to the
device or its components.

Conforms to IEC1010

symbol

Product Description

1 Cathode “-“ input (negative)
2 Anode “+” input (positive)
3 POWER and MODE key

This key is used to power the meter and to select
the measurement function. Press the key for >4
seconds to turn power off.

4 REL key

Press this key once to enter into the Relative mode,
press again to return to the normal mode.

5 LCD display
6 Battery cover (on rear)

LCD Display