Testing for Electrical Intermittents |
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Testing for Short to Ground
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Testing for Continuity
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Testing for a Short to Voltage
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J 39200 must be used in order to perform the following procedure since it can monitor current, resistance or voltage while recording the minimum (MIN) and maximum (MAX) values measured. |
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Connect the J 39200 to both sides of a suspected connector (still connected), or from one end of a suspected circuit to the other. Refer to Troubleshooting with a Digital Multimeter for information on connecting the J 39200 to the circuit. |
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Set the rotary dial of the J 39200 to the V (AC) or V (DC) position. |
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Press the range button of the J 39200 in order to select the desired voltage range. |
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Press the MIN MAX button of the J 39200. The J 39200 displays 100 ms RECORD and emits an audible tone (beep).
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Simulate the condition that is potentially causing the intermittent connection, either by wiggling the connections or the wiring, test driving, or performing other operations. Refer to Inducing Intermittent Fault Conditions. |
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Listen for the audible Min Max Alert which indicates that a new minimum or maximum value has been recorded. |
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Press the MIN MAX button once in order to display the MAX value and note the value. |
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Press the MIN MAX button again in order to display the MIN value and note the value. |
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Determine the difference between the MIN and MAX values. |
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If the variation between the recorded MIN and MAX voltage values is 1 V or greater an intermittent open or high resistance condition exists. Repair the condition as necessary. |
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If the variation between the recorded MIN and MAX voltage values is less than 1 V, an intermittent open or high resistance condition does not exist. |