Preparing Your Multimeter
Checking the shipment
When you receive your multimeter, check the shipment according to the following
procedure.
1 Inspect the shipping container for damage. Signs of damage may include a
2 Carefully remove the contents from the shipping container, and verify that the
3 For any question or problems, refer to the Keysight contact numbers on the
Installing the batteries
Your multimeter is powered by four 1.5 V AAA alkaline batteries (included with the
shipment). When you receive your multimeter, the AAA alkaline batteries are not
installed.
Use the following procedure to install the batteries.
Before you proceed with the batteries installation, remove all cable
CAUTION
connections to the terminals and ensure that the rotary switch is at the
OFF position. Use only the battery type specified in the
Specifications"
1 Open the battery cover. Loosen the screw with a suitable Phillips screwdriver
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dented or torn shipping container or cushioning material that indicates signs
of unusual stress or compacting. Save the packaging material in case the
multimeter needs to be returned.
standard accessories and your ordered options are included in the shipment
according to the standard shipped items as below:
– U1167A 4 mm tips probes test leads
– 4 x 1.5 V batteries
– Certificate of Calibration
back of this manual.
on page 121.
and remove the battery cover as shown in
Introduction
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