Craftsman Digital Multimeter 82082 User Manual |top| -
Never connect the test leads across a voltage source when the lead is plugged into a current (mA or A) jack. This will short-circuit the system and blow the internal fuse.
The Craftsman 82082 is a compact, manual-ranging digital multimeter designed for DIY homeowners, hobbyists, and automotive enthusiasts. It measures AC/DC voltage, DC current, resistance, and features a diode test and continuity buzzer.
| Feature | Description | | :--- | :--- | | | 3½-digit LCD, maximum reading 1999. Includes low battery indicator. | | Polarity | Automatic negative polarity indication. | | Overrange | Displays "1" or "-1". | | Power | 9V battery (NEDA 1604, 6F22). | | Jacks | COM (Black – Common), V/Ω (Red – Voltage/Resistance), mA (Red – Current up to 200mA), 10A (Red – Current up to 10A). |
Touch the black probe to the neutral/negative side of the circuit. craftsman digital multimeter 82082 user manual
Gently pry it out and replace it with a fuse of the exact same rating (e.g., 250mA/250V or 10A/250V). Do not bypass the fuse with wire. 5. Summary Reference Table Rotary Symbol Red Lead Position Black Lead Position Expected Live Readout Ωcap omega ~120V or ~230V Car Battery Ωcap omega ~12.6V (Engine Off) Good Fuse Continuity / Ωcap omega Ωcap omega Continuous Beep / 0 Ωcap omega Blown Fuse Continuity / Ωcap omega Ωcap omega No Beep / "OL"
Plug the into the 10A (or mA) jack and black into COM . Set the dial to the appropriate A (DC or AC) range.
Remove the rubber holster (if equipped) and unscrew the rear battery compartment cover. Never connect the test leads across a voltage
If the screen reads "1" or "OL" (Overload), select a higher range. C. Measuring Current (A)
However, as with any precision instrument, understanding the manual is not just recommended—it is essential. Losing the original printed manual is common. This article serves as a , walking you through every function, safety protocol, and maintenance step for the Craftsman 82082.
-mA Port : The standard red jack for measuring voltage, resistance, and low current (up to 200mA). It measures AC/DC voltage, DC current, resistance, and
requires you to manually select the correct range for each measurement using its selector switch. 1. Setup and Port Configuration
If the meter beeps and shows a near-zero resistance, the circuit is continuous (good). If the screen shows "OL" (Over Load) and makes no sound, the circuit is open (broken wire or blown fuse). Measuring Resistance ( Ωcap omega