3www.REEDINSTRUMENTS.comIntroductionThank you for purchasing your REED R5040 1000A AC/DC True RMSClamp Meter. Please read the following instructions carefully before usingyour instrument. By following the steps outlined in this manual your meterwill provide years of reliable service.Product QualityThis product has been manufactured in an ISO 9001 facility and hasbeen calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet stated productspecifications. If a certificate of calibration is required please contact thenearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center. Pleasenote an additional fee for this service will apply.Safety• Never attempt to repair or modify your instrument. Dismantling yourproduct, other than for the purpose of replacing batteries, may causedamage that will not be covered under the manufacturer's warranty.Servicing should only be provided by an authorized service center.• Do not exceed the maximum allowable input range of any function.• Do not apply voltage to the meter when resistance function is selected.• Set the function switch OFF when the meter is not in use.• Set the function switch to the appropriate position before measuring.• When measuring volts do not switch to current/resistance modes.• When changing ranges using the selector switch always disconnect thetest leads from the circuit under test.• Do not exceed the maximum rated input limits.• Improper use of this meter can cause damage, shock, injury or death.• Read and understand this user manual before operating the meter.• Always remove the test leads before replacing the battery.• Inspect the condition of the test leads and the meter itself for anydamage before operating.continued...www. GlobalTestSupply .comind Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com