Operation 4. maintenance – Sealey TA126 User Manual
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3. OPERATION
4. MAINTENANCE
4.1
Battery Replacement
Power is supplied by a 9V PP3 battery. The ‘
BAT’ symbol appears on the LCD display when
replacement is required.
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WARNING! To avoid electric shock ensure all inputs are disconnected from any circuit before
removing the battery cover.
4.1.1
To replace the battery, remove the screw from the back of the unit and remove the cover.
4.1.2
Remove the exhausted battery and replace with a new one observing the connection polarity.
4.1.3
Replace cover and secure with screw.
4.2
Cleaning
Clean using a soft damp cloth.
Store in a safe, dry, childproof location.
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Environmental Protection.
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste.
All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycle centre and disposed
of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
When the product is no longer required, it must be disposed of in an environmentally protective
way. Contact your local solid waste authority for recycling information.
Battery Removal.
See Section 4.1 for battery removal.
Dispose of batteries according to local authority guidelines.
Under the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009, Jack Sealey Ltd are required to inform
potential purchasers of products containing batteries (as defined within these regulations), that they are
registered with Valpak’s registered compliance scheme.
Jack Sealey Ltd’s Batteries Producer Registration Number (BPRN) is BPRN00705
3.1
Measuring
3.1.1
With the vehicle ignition
OFF, remove the fuse from the circuit to be tested and insert it into the fuse
jack (fig.1.9) of the connector to be used, this ensures the correct level of circuit protection.
3.1.2
Attach the connector to the tester ensuring the banana adaptors are matched (i.e positive to
positive / negative to negative)
3.1.3
If required switch on the vehicle ignition to energise the circuit and then switch on the TA126.
Press the On/Off button (fig.1.4).
3.1.4
Operate the circuit under test and the LCD will display the measured current.
3.1.5
When finished press the On/Off button (fig.1.4) to turn off the tester.
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WARNING! The Fuse blade may become hot during testing. Allow to cool before removing.
3.2
HOLD Function
The Hold function allows the meter to freeze a measurement for later reference.
3.2.1
Press the
HOLD button to freeze the reading on the LCD display. The HOLD message will
appear in the display.
3.2.2
Press the
HOLD button again to return to normal operation.
3.3
ZERO Function
The Zero function allows comparison and offset readings of current.
3.3.1
Press the
ZERO button to reset the displayed figure to 0.00.
3.3.2
Press the
ZERO button again to return to the actual current reading.