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DRB III Safety Information

DRBIII SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING: EXCEEDING THE LIMITS OF THE DRBIII MULTIMETER IS DANGEROUS. IT CAN EXPOSE YOU TO SERIOUS OR POSSIBLE FATAL INJURY. CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CAUTIONS AND THE SPECIFICATION LIMITS.

^ Follow the vehicle manufacturer's service specifications at all times.
^ Do not use the DRBIII if it has been damaged.
^ Do not use the test leads if the insulation is damaged or if metal is exposed.
^ To avoid electrical shock, do not touch the test leads, tips or the circuit being tested.
^ Choose the proper range and function for the measurement. Do not try voltage or current measurements that may exceed the rated capacity
^ Do not exceed the limits shown in the table below:





* Ohms cannot be measured if voltage is present. Ohms can be measured only in a non-powered circuit.
^ Voltage between any terminal and ground must not exceed 500 VDC or 500 VAC peak.
^ Use caution when measuring voltage above 25 VDC or 25 VAC.
^ Use the low current shunt to measure circuits up to 10A. Use the high current clamp to measure circuits exceeding 10A.
^ When testing for the presence of voltage or current, make sure the meter is functioning correctly. Take a reading of a known voltage or current before accepting a zero reading.
^ When measuring current, connect the meter in series with the load.
^ Disconnect the live test lead before disconnecting the common test lead.
^ When using the meter function, keep the DRBIII away from spark plug or coil wires to avoid measuring error from outside interference.