User`s guide

2 Making Measurements
Measuring Temperature
68 U1273A/U1273AX User’s Guide
Measuring Temperature
The multimeter uses a type- K (default setting) temperature
probe for measuring temperature. To measure temperature,
set up your multimeter as shown in Figure 2- 29.
Probe the test points, and read the display. The primary
display normally shows temperature or the message OL (open
thermocouple). The open thermocouple message may be due
to a broken (open) probe or because no probe is installed
into the input jacks of the multimeter.
Figure 2-28 Temperature display
WARNING
Do not connect the thermocouple to electrically live circuits. Doing
so will potentially cause fire or electric shock.
CAUTION
Do not bend the thermocouple leads at sharp angles. Repeated
bending over a period of time can break the leads.
Table 2- 1 6 Rotary switch position allowing temperature measurements
Legend Default function Function when is pressed
Capacitance
measurement
Temperature measurement
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