DRAPER 41823 Digital Multimeter Instruction Manual

400 SERIES
MULTIMETER
41823, 41824.

41823 Digital Multimeter

IMPORTANT : Please read these instructions carefully to ensure the safe and effective use of this product and save these instructions for future reference. This manual has been compiled by Draper T ools and is an integrated part of the product with which it is enclosed and should be kept with it for future references.
This manual describes the purpose for which the product has been designed and contains all the necessary information to ensure its correct and safe use. We recommend that this manual is read before any operation or, before performing any kind of adjustment to the product and prior to any maintenance tasks. By following all the general safety instructions contained in this manual, it will ensure both product and operator safety, together with longer life of the product itself.
AlI photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Draper T ools to help illustrate the operation of the product.
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure accuracy of information contained in this manual, the Draper T ools policy of continuous improvement determines the right to make modifications without prior warning.

TITLE PAGE

1.1 INTRODUCTION:
USER MANUAL FOR:
SERIES 400 MULTIMETER
Stock no. 41823, 41824.
Part no. DMM400, DMM401.
1.2 REVISIONS:
Date first published April 2017
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As our user manuals are continually updated, users should make sure that they use the very latest version.
Downloads are available from: http://www.drapertools.com/manuals
DRAPER TOOLS LIMITED
HURSLEY ROAD
CHANDLER’S FORD
EASTLEIGH
HAMPSHIRE
SO53 1YF
UK
WEBSITE: drapertools.com
PRODUCT HELPLINE: +44 (0) 23 8049 4344
GENERAL FAX: +44 (0) 23 8026 0784

1.3 UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUALS SAFETY CONTENT:
WARNING!
Information that draws attention to the risk of injury or death.
CAUTION!
Information that draws attention to the risk of damage to the product or surroundings.
1.4 COPYRIGHT © NOTICE:
Copyright © Draper T ools Limited.
Permission is granted to reproduce this publication for personal & educational use only.
Commercial copying, redistribution, hiring or lending is prohibited.
No part of this publication may be stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any other form or means without written permission from Draper T ools Limited.
In all cases this copyright notice must remain intact.

GUARANTEE

3.1 GUARANTEE
Draper tools have been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and are guaranteed to be free from defective materials and workmanship.
Should the tool develop a fault, please return the complete tool to your nearest distributor or contact Draper Tools Limited, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 1YF. England.
Telephone Sales Desk: (023) 8049 4333 or Product Helpline (023) 8049 4344.
A proof of purchase must be provided with the tool.
If upon inspection it is found that the fault occurring is due to defective materials or workmanship, repairs will be carried out free of charge. This guarantee period covering parts/labour is 12 months from the date of purchase except where tools are hired out when the guarantee period is 90 days from the date of purchase. This guarantee does not apply to normal wear and tear, nor does it cover any damage caused by misuse, careless or unsafe handling, alterations, accidents, or repairs attempted or made by any personnel other than the authorised Draper warranty repair agent.
Note: If the tool is found not to be within the terms of warranty, repairs and carriage charges will be quoted and made accordingly.
This guarantee applies in lieu of any other guarantee expressed or implied and variations of its terms are not authorised.
Your Draper guarantee is not effective unless you can produce upon request a dated receipt or invoice to verify your proof of purchase within the guarantee period. Please note that this guarantee is an additional benefit and does not affect your statutory rights.
Draper Tools Limited.

INTRODUCTION

4.1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Display mode: liquid crystal display (LCD).
Maximum display: 5999, 3 5/6 automatic polarity display and unit display.
Measurement methods: double integral A/D conversion.
Sampling rate: about 3 times per second.
Over range display: display “OL”.
Low battery display: “ ” symbol appears.
Work environment: 0 ~ 40 °C, relative humidity < 80%.
Storage condition: – 10 ~ 50 °C, relative humidity of < 80%.
Battery: 6F22 9V battery.
Size: 190mm×90mm×55mm (length x width x height).
Weight：about 403g（include battery).
DC Voltage

Input impedance: 10MΩ
Overload protection:
A) DC in mV or 250V AC peak
B) 1000V DC or 750V AC peak.
AC Voltage

Input impedance: 10MΩ.
Overload protection: 1000V DC or 750V AC peak.
Frequency response: 40 ~ 1000Hz.
Display: True RMS (sine wave RMS calibration); Duty cycle display: (10.0% -90.0%).

DC Current

Maximum input current: mA range: 600mA DC or AC rms.
20A range: 20A DC or AC rms.
Overload protection: 0.63A / 1000V fuse; 20A / 1000V fuse.
AC Current

Maximum input current: mA: 600mA DC or AC rms. 20A range: 20A DC or AC rms.
Overload protection: 0.63A / 1000V fuse; 20A / 1000V fuse.
Frequency response: 40 ~ 1000Hz.
Display: True RMS (sine wave RMS calibration);
Duty cycle: (10.0% -90.0%).
Resistance

Open circuit voltage: about 1.0V.
Overload protection: 250V DC or AC peak.
Diode

3.0V.

Overload protection ： 250V DC current or AC current peak value.
Continuity Test

Overload protection ： 250V DC current or AC current peak value.
Capacitance

Overload protection：250V DC current or AC current peak value.
Frequency

Input Sensitivity: 2.0V.
Overload protection: 250V DC or AC peak. Duty cycle display: (10.0% -90.0%)
Duty cycle

Temperature Measurement

4.2 HANDLING & STORAGE
Care must still be taken when handling, dropping this machine will have an effect on the accuracy.
The environment will have a negative result on its operation if you are not careful. If the air is damp, components will rust. If the machine is unprotected from dust and debris; components will become clogged.

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION

5.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This instrument complies with IEC1010 (International Electrotechnical Commission promulgated safety standards). Design and production using the pollution level 2 safety requirements.
Warning
To avoid electrical shock or personal injury.
Please read the safety information and “warnings and precautions” before use.
Warning: When measuring voltage above 30V, current above 10ma, AC power with an inductive load. Use caution not to touch exposed contacts due to the risk of electric shock, only use approved probes or clamps.

1. Before measuring, check whether the measurement function switch is in the correct position, check whether the test probe is connected correctly to avoid electric shock.
2. The meter is only to be used in conjunction with the supplied test leads to comply with safety standards. If the test leads are broken or damaged, replace the test leads of the same type or the same electrical specifications.
3. Do not use an unapproved fuse to replace the fuse inside the meter. Only replace with the same model or the same specifications of the fuse. Before changing, remove the test leads to ensure that there is no signal input.
4. Do not use unapproved batteries to replace the battery inside the meter. Replace only with the same model or the same electrical specifications of the battery. Before changing, remove the test leads to ensure that there is no signal input.
5. During electrical measurements, the body must not be directly in contact with the earth, use insulating materials to keep your body insulated from the earth.
6. Do not store or use in high temperature, high humidity, flammable, explosive and strong magnetic field environments.
7. Measurements exceeding the limit values of the instrument may damage the instrument and endanger the safety of the operator.
8. Do not attempt to calibrate or service the instrument.
9. When the LCD shows “ ”, please replace the battery.
10. Do not insert the test leads to be inserted into the current terminals to measure the voltage!

IDENTIFICATION

1. LCD display window.
2. Function buttons.
3. Measurement function range switch.
4. Probe sockets.

6.1 FUNCTION BUTTONS 41823 & 41824

1. SELECT
   Press the “SELECT” button to switch between measurement modes.

2. RANGE – 41824 ONLY
   The meters default is auto ranging.
   Press the “RANGE” button to switch to a manual ranging function.

3. REL (Relative Value Measurement) MANUAL MODE ONLY.
   During measuring press the”REL” button, the current value will be stored in the metres memory and the “▲” symbol will appear on the meters screen. The meter will then automatically subtract the stored value from all future values and display the difference.
   Press the “REL” button again to switch back to Auto mode.
   Note: Relative value measurement is not applicable when in Hz% mode.

4. HOLD
   During measuring press the “HOLD” button, the symbol will appear on the screen and the current value will be held, press the “HOLD” button again to return to normal measuring mode.

5. BACK LIGHT
   Press and hold the “ ” button for approx. 2 seconds to turn the back light on, the back light will stay on for approx. 30 seconds, to turn the back light off before this press and hold the “ ” button for approx. 2 seconds.

6. PEAK HOLD – 41824 ONLY
   When pressing the “PH” button the meter will switch to manual mode automatically and will display the peak value.

7. HZ%
   Press the “Hz%” button to switch between voltage, current, frequency and duty cycle.
   Note: Hz% is not applicable when in , and temperature mode.

6.2 LCD

UNPACKING & CHECKING

7.1 PACKAGING
Carefully remove the product from the packaging and examine it for any sign of damage caused during shipping. Lay the contents out and check them. If any part is damaged or missing, do not attempt to use the tool and contact the Draper Helpline immediately (see back page for details).
Retain the packaging material at least during the guarantee period: in case the machine needs to be returned for repair.
Warning! Some of the packaging materials used may be harmful to children, keep them out of reach from children.
Disposed of any packaging correctly and according to local regulations.
7.2 WHAT´S IN THE BOX?
As well as the product; there are several parts not fitted or attached to it.

8. Test probe
9. Test probe caps
10. Temperature probe

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

8.1. AUTOMATIC POWER OFF
If the meter is not used for approx. 15 minutes the meter will automatically switch off. The buzzer will sound approx. 1 minute before.
8.2. DC VOLTAGE
41823 DC voltage has five ranges, 600.0mV, 6.000V, 60.00V, 600.0V, 1000V.
41824 DC voltage is an automatic range, press the SELECT button to select the DC voltage function.

1. Connect the black test lead to the “COM” probe socket and the red to VΩHz probe socket.
2.  Set the measurement function range switch to the DC voltage function.

Note:
Do not measure voltages higher than 1000 VDC or 750 VAC.

8.3. AC VOLTAGE
41823 AC voltage has five ranges, 600.0mV, 6.000V, 60.00V, 600.0V, 1000V.
41824 AC voltage is an automatic range, press the SELECT button to select the AC voltage function.

1. Connect the black test lead to the “COM” probe socket and the red to VΩHz probe socket.
2. Set the measurement function range switch to the AC voltage function.

Note:
Do not measure voltages higher than 1000 VDC or 750 VAC.
8.4. DC CURRENT
41823 DC current has five ranges, 60.00uA, 6.000mA, 60.00mA, 600.0mA, 20A.
41824 AC voltage is an automatic range, uA, mA, A. Press the SELECT button to select the DC current function.

1. Connect the black test lead into the “COM” probe socket. If the input current is less than 600mA connect the red test lead to the test lead to the uAmA probe socket. If the current is higher than 600mA connect the red test lead to the 20A probe socket.

Note:
If “OL” is displayed on the display, the measured current has exceeded the current range. Select a higher range.
8.5. AC CURRENT
41823 AC current has four range, 6.000mA, 60.00mA, 600.0mA, 20A.
41824 AC voltage is an automatic range, uA, mA, A.
Press the SELECT button to select the AC current function.

1. Connect the black test lead to the “COM” probe socket. If the input current is less than 600mA connect the red test lead to the test lead to the uAmA probe socket. If the current is higher than 600mA connect the red test lead to the 20A probe socket.

Note:
If “OL” is displayed on the display, the measured current has exceeded the current range. Select a higher range.
8.6. RESISTANCE (Ω)
The 41823 has six ranges: 600.0Ω, 6.000kΩ, 60.00kΩ, 600.0kΩ, 6.000MΩ, 60.00MΩ and 200.0MΩ respectively.
The 41824 resistor is an automatic range up to 60 MΩ.

1. Connect the black test lead to the “COM” probe socket and the red to VΩHz probe socket.
2. Set the measurement function range switch to the DC voltage function.
3. Note: If “OL” is displayed on the display to indicate that the current range has been exceeded, select a higher range to complete.

Note:
A) When measuring the resistance, ensure all the power is switched off, and all the capacitors should be fully discharged.
B) In the high-resistance range, it takes a few seconds for a stable reading .This is normal for high-resistance measurements.
8.7. DIODE TEST

1. Connect the black test lead to the “COM” probe socket and the red to VΩHz probe socket to diode . Press the SELECT button to select the diode position (for 41824, select resistance and press the SELECT button to select the diode).
2. Set the measurement function range switch to the mode.
   Read the result from the display.

Note:
When checking the diode, switch off all power and all capacitors should be fully discharged.
8.8 CONTINUITY TEST

1. Connect the black test lead to the “COM” probe socket and the red to VΩHz probe socket to continuity test press the SELECT key to select the (for 41824, select resistance and press the SELECT key to select ).
2. Set the measurement function range switch to the mode.

8.9. CAPACITANCE (C)

1. Connect the black test lead to the “COM” probe socket and the red to VΩHz probe socket capacitor (test ). Press the “SELECT” key to select the capacitance range (nF)
2. Set the measurement function range switch to the mode.
3. If “OL” is displayed, the measured capacitance value has exceeded the current range or the capacitor is short-circuited.

Note:
A) When measuring the capacitance, all the power must be disconnected from the circuit under test and all the capacitors should be fully discharged.
8.10 FREQUENCY AND DUTY CYCLE (HZ%) MEASUREMENT

1. Connect the black test lead to the “COM” probe socket and the red to VΩHz probe socket.
2. Set the measurement function range switch to the frequency and duty cycle Hz%.
3. During frequency measurement, press “Hz /%” key to enter the duty measurement mode, press “Hz /%” again to return to the frequency measurement mode.
4. Press “Hz /%” key to enter the frequency measurement, press “Hz /%” key to enter the duty cycle measurement, press “Hz /%” key again to return to the original measurement status.

8.11. TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT

1. Connect the black test lead to the “COM” probe socket and the red to VΩHz probe socket temperature range (°C/°F).
2. Insert the input of the temperature probe into the “COM” and “VΩHz” holes and the positive terminal (red) into the “VΩHz”, the sensing tip of the temperature probe is placed on the surface of the object to be measured.
3. Read the current measurement from the display.
4. Press SELECT to select between Fahrenheit, and Celsius.

MAINTENANCE

9.1 BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Before attempting to open the battery cover or case, make sure that the test leads have been disconnected from the meter.

1. If “ ”appears on the LCD display, it indicates that the battery should be replaced.
2. Loosen the screw fixing the battery cover and remove it.
3. Replace the used battery with a new one.
4. Refit the battery cover.

9.2 TEST LEADS REPLACEMENT
WARNING
Full in compliance with safety standards can be guaranteed only if used with test leads supplied. If necessary, they must be replaced with the same model or same electric ratings.
Electric ratings of the test leads: 1000V 10A.

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

10.1 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

| WEEE
Do not dispose of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment in with domestic rubbish
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| For indoor use.
Do not expose to rain.
| Class II construction (Double insulated)
| Conforms to all relevant safety standards.
| Earth
| Fuse
| Back light
| Warning!
Read instruction manuals before operating and servicing this equipment.
| Diode test
| Temperature
| Capacitance
| Frequency
| Attention.
| High voltage / current!
Danger.
| Voltage AC
| Voltage DC
| Current DC
| Current AC
| Resistance in Ohms
| Continuity test buzzer
| Data hold / Screen lock
| Auto power off
| Low battery display

DISPOSAL

11.1 DISPOSAL

• At the end of the machine’s working life, or when it can no longer be repaired, ensure that it is disposed of according to national regulations.

• Contact your local authority for details of collection schemes in your area.
  In all circumstances:

  • Do not dispose of power tools with domestic waste.
  • Do not incinerate.
  • Do not abandon in the environment.
  • *** Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste.

• Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment.

CONTACT US
Draper T ools Limited, Hursley Road,
Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire. SO53 1YF . U.K.
Helpline: +44 (0) 23 8049 4344
Sales Desk: +44 (0) 23 8049 4333
Internet: www.drapertools.com
E-mail: sales@drapertools.com
General Enquiries: (023) 8026 6355
Service/Warranty Repair Agent: For aftersales servicing or warranty repairs, please contact the Draper T ools Helpline for details of an agent in your local area.
YOUR DRAPER STOCKIST
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References

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