Auto-Range Multimeter  (220-0174A)        Operation     Faxback Doc. # 7236

INSTALLING BATTERIES

The meter requires 6 AA batteries for power.  We recommend alkaline
batteries, such as Radio Shack's Cat. No. 23-552.

WARNING:  TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, DISCONNECT BOTH TEST LEADS FROM ANY
          EQUIPMENT BEFORE YOU REMOVE OR INSTALL THE BATTERIES.

Follow these steps to install batteries.

1.  Turn off the power by setting the power switch to OFF.  Then
    disconnect the test leads from the meter.

2.  Open the battery/fuse compartment cover by pressing down on the
    cover's arrow and sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow.

3.  Install the batteries, as indicated by the polarity marks (+ and -)
    and illustration inside the battery compartment.

4.  Replace the compartment cover.

WARNING:  DO NOT OPERATE THE METER UNTIL YOU CORRECTLY INSTALL THE
          BATTERIES AND CLOSE THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER.

When the batteries become weak, BATT appears on the left side of the
display.  Replace all batteries.  Remove the batteries when you will not
use the meter for a week or more.  Never leave weak or dead batteries in
your meter.  Even leak-proof batteries can leak damaging chemicals.

USING TEST LEADS

Use only the type of test leads supplied with your meter.  These leads are
rated for 1200 volts.  You can buy replacement leads (Cat. No. 278-704)
from your local Radio Shack store.

Cautions:  Although these test leads are rated for 1200 volts, the maximum
           rating of this meter is 1000 volts DC and 750 volts AC.  Do not
           try to measure any voltage that exceeds these ratings.  Use
           extreme caution when you use high-voltage ranges.

           Be sure you always select the correct function before you 
           attach the test leads to the circuit to be measured.  You can
           blow one or more fuses if you rotate the function control while
           there is current or voltage present.

(LB/all-07/20/94)