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ELECTRICAL Typical Multimeter Usage Multimeter Usage
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, or Tektronix DMM155See photo at rightThis instrument will provide digital readout of the measured value of the test being performedListed below are the dial symbols, their meaning and what the dial setting can be used forOffInstrument OffVolts ACmeasuring alternator output Red Lead here for Amperes Dial Red Lead here for Volts and Ohms
Common (Black Lead)
Used to measure AC voltage in an electrical systemAC voltage is produced from every coil on the stator plate when magnet is passed by itTest Method 1Connect black lead to Com () meter terminal2Connect red lead to (+) meter terminal3Turn selector dial to setting4Connect test leads parallel with test componentThe polarity of the leads is not importantUsage 17.29 VAC