Troubleshooting - VOLTCRAFT VC281 TRMS Bedienungsanleitung

13. Troubleshooting

The multimeter was designed using the latest technology and is safe to use. However, problems and malfunctions
may still occur.
This section explains how to troubleshoot common issues:
Always follow the safety information.
Error
The multimeter does not work. Is the battery flat?
The measured value does not
change.
No measurement possible
with the current clamp
The multimeter cannot take
measurements in the mA/µA
range.
Any repair work other than that described above must be carried out by an authorised technician.
If you have questions about the multimeter, please contact our technical support team.
Possible cause
Have you selected the wrong meas-
urement mode (AC/DC)?
Did you use the wrong measurement
sockets?
Is the hold function enabled?
Is the current clamp switched on?
Was the wrong mode (AC/DC)
selected on the multimeter?
The PTC fuse was triggered, which
limits the measurement current.
Possible solution
Check the status. Replace the batteries.
Check the display (AC/DC) and select
another mode if necessary.
Check that the test leads are connected
to the correct measurement sockets.
Disable the hold function.
Check the operating indicator.
Replace the batteries.
Check the settings on the multimeter.
Reduce the measurement current
or switch to the clamp measurement
range.
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