1999 Polaris SLH, SLTH, SLX, SLTX, PRO785 Factory Service Manual, Page 301Get this manual
ELECTRICAL Charging System Electrical Testing
Digital MultitesterThe Fluke 73 The easiest and most accurate method for testing modern electrical components is with digital multitesterAny good quality multitester will workHowever, due to ease of operation and durability, Polaris recommends the Fluke Model 73 (see photo) This instrument will provide digital readout value on the test being performedListed below are the dial symbols, their meaning and what the dial setting can be used for
RED LEAD HERE
FOR AMPS COMMON
(BLACK LEAD)
Off= Instrument Off V"V=Volts ACmeasuring alternator output
V-::-: =Volts DCmeasuring battery voltage, volt drop, etc 300mv-::-: =Milli Volts DCmeasuring small DC voltages Q=Ohms, resistancemeasuring component resistance valuestesting coils, wiring, etc+-Diode checkchecking the condition of rectifier diodes; cannot be used for testing except when the diodes are out of circuit "VAmps ACnot used A-::-:Amps DCused to check battery charge rate, system draws, etcNOTE: When using the Amp settings, the red test lead must be moved to the 10A (unfused) socket on the front of the instrument