A.W. Sperry Instruments SP-10A Operating Instructions Manual

Summary of SP-10A

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    08/04 form # 409 operating instructions v.O. Ma multimeters please read these operating instructions carefully misuse and or abuse of these instruments cannot be prevented by any printed word and may cause injury and or equipment damage please follow all these instructions and measurement procedures...

  • Page 2: One Year Limited Warranty

    Specifications sp–10a sensitivity 2 k Ω /v ac & dc ac v 10/50/250/500 dc v 10/50/250/500 dc ma 250 ohms full range 1k/10k/100k Ω ohms mid scale 5/50 /500 Ω db -20 t0 +56 special features separate 1.5v to 9v battery check ranges accuracy dc ± 3% fs - ohms ± 3% of arc indoor use temperature 5 0 c to 4...

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    Pointer zero ohm adjust + jack - jack range decal range switch case scale plate cover zero adjust fig. 1 3.

  • Page 4: Warning:

    Always inspect your meter, test leads and accessories for any signs of damage or abnormality before every use. If any abnormal condition exist: e.G. Broken test lead, cracked case etc., do not attempt to take any measurements. Return for repair to 245 marcus boulevard, hauppauge, ny 11788 double ins...

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    Before taking any measurements, always remember to carefully check the function desired, the position of the rotary switch and the range to be used. Start with the highest range and work down to lower ranges until pointer reads in upper half of scale. Measurement procedure to minimize possibility of...

  • Page 6: Caution

    6 how to read dc millamps 1. Connect red short probe in + jack, black in - jack. 2. Read all dc milliamp ranges on the second arc down. 3. For current measurements, open the circuit and connect the instrument in series with the circuit being measured. Caution make certain that the circuit to be meas...

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    How to read decibles (db) note: in order to eliminate the dc components i the circuit, connect a o. 1 microfarad capacitor, or larger, in series with one of the test leads. 1. The db arc is 4th down, in red. 2. Connect red short probe to + jack, black to – jack. 3. Set switch knob selector to 10v ac...

  • Page 8: A.W. Sperry Instruments Inc.

    Return for repairs before returning your analog multimeter for repair be sure to check that the failure to operate is not due to the following: 1. Weak battery 2. Open fuse 3. Open, loose or intermittent test leads. If these conditions do not exist and the instrument fails to operate properly, retur...