[Question] Multimeter Initial Reading

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Slasherbaven

Joined Jun 23, 2008
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I bought a multimeter, a Sanwa PM3.
When I turned it on, the reading wasn't at Zero (Reading after turning on starts varying randomly). But when I tested it with a resistor and a capacitor, the reading was close, but off about 10% when compared to the original reading.

Is this fine?
Or if not, is there a way to correct it, or am I subjected to the use of my warranty?
 

SgtWookie

Joined Jul 17, 2007
22,230
Try unplugging and plugging back in the meter's leads. You might have a bad connection there.

It could be that the battery you used is old or perhaps the meter has been sitting in storage for a long time, and the battery is depleted. Try a new battery.

If that doesn't help things, I'd take the warranty option. If you try to make any adjustments, your warranty will be right out the window.
 
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