Measure Temperature

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If your multimeter has a temperature function, plug the specialized temperature probe into the correct ports (often the same as the voltage/ohms ports). Rotate the dial to the 'Temperature' setting. You may need to press 'Select' to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit. Insert the temperature probe into the substance or area you wish to measure. The multimeter will display the temperature reading. For example, inserting it into a cold can of beer might show around 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Goal: Measure temperature using the multimeter's temperature function.

Tools and materials

Multimeter Klein Tools MM400 — Measuring temperature
Temperature Probe — Detecting and measuring temperature
Busch Light Beer Busch Light — An example substance for temperature measurement

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for testing things like wire and fuses. Continuity checks whether there's a complete electrical path. If your wire is broken or your fuse is blown, you won't hear the beep at all. And some meters can even tell me if my beer is cold. Change it to Fahrenheit. Stick in the probe. 40°. I might have to go look at my fridge. You don't need to know every setting to start using your multimeter. Learn these basic functions and you can troubleshoot a ton of stuff around the house and even on your car. Anyways,

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