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How to Wire a 220 Well Pressure Switch (6-Step Guide)
Having a pressure switch can be beneficial in many ways. It is a must-have safety mechanism for your water pump. … Read more
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Where to Find Thick Copper Wire for Scrap (8 Common Places)
When it comes to recycling and scrap collection, copper is far more valuable than most metals. Copper’s infinite recyclable capabilities … Read more
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How to Use a Laser Level to Level Ground (11-Step Guide)
A laser level is valuable for most construction projects to ensure everything is precisely aligned and correct to avoid architectural … Read more
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What Wires Go to The Starter Solenoid (Simple Guide)
You might be dealing with DIY car repairs or want to know how a starter solenoid works. Either way, understanding … Read more
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How to Test a Subwoofer with a Multimeter (Guide)
Over time a subwoofer’s vibration weakens or disappears. In my experience, I have had almost every subwoofer start making a … Read more
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How to Test a TP Sensor with a Multimeter (Step-by-Step Guide)
The throttle position sensor is a power resistor on the throttle body that feeds data to your engine control unit … Read more
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How to Test a Halogen Bulb with a Multimeter (Guide)
There are times when you flip your switch but your bulbs do not light up! Well, it’s not always your … Read more
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How to Check RPM with a Multimeter (Step-by-Step Guide)
RPM is the abbreviation for Revolutions Per Minute and is a valuable measurement for determining how hard your engine is … Read more
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Multimeter Circuit Symbols and Their Meanings
A multimeter is used to measure voltage, resistance, current, and continuity. It’s one of the most used electrical tools. The … Read more
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What Does Negative Voltage Mean on a Multimeter?
A multimeter measures voltage, amperage, and resistance. Generally, multimeter readings are either positive or negative and you need to have … Read more
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Kohler Voltage Regulator Test (Guide)
Having a properly functioning Kohler voltage regulator is a must. Otherwise, you’ll have a damaged wire harness or a battery. … Read more
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How to Test Dishwasher Circulation Pump with Multimeter
Are you having issues using your dishwasher? Is the dishwasher making abnormal noise? Is the motor overheating? These are some … Read more
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How to Test Air Fuel Ratio Sensor with Multimeter
The car’s air-fuel ratio sensor, commonly known as the O2 or lambda sensor, measures the amount of oxygen in the … Read more
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How to Test a Voltage Regulator (Step-by-Step Guide)?
A bad voltage regulator can cause some serious trouble for an electrical circuit. Whether it is common household electrical equipment … Read more
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How to Test a Low Voltage Transformer (Easy Steps & Guide)
Low voltage transformers control domestic equipment, such as doorbells and air conditioners. They connect to a home’s high-voltage power source … Read more
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How to Test a Watch Battery with a Multimeter (Guide)
Small watch batteries also known as coin batteries and small single cell batteries can be used with various electronics. You … Read more
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How to Test Oil Pressure Sensor with Multimeter (In 3-Steps)
If your car uses a mechanical oil pressure switch and you notice that the warning light is on, we recommend … Read more
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How to Test a Motorcycle Battery with a Multimeter (Guide)
The heartbeat of a motorcycle is in its battery. If the battery is dead, it becomes impossible to move the … Read more
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How to Test Potentiometer with Multimeter (6-Step Guide)
Potentiometers have many practical uses that can be pretty handy for controlling electrical devices. For instance, with the help of … Read more
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Multimeter Setting for 220V Outlet Test (Guide)
Heavy-duty electrical devices such as refrigerators, dryers, and window unit air conditioners require a 220-volt electrical outlet. So, if your … Read more
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Multimeter Blown Fuse (Guide to Why and How to Repair)
A digital multimeter is, to a large extent, an easy-to-use device. However, when you are not an electrician or an … Read more
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Voltage Drop Test Alternator (Guide with Photos)
An excessive voltage drop can cause some serious issues for any circuit. If this situation occurs in your vehicle’s charging … Read more
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How to Test Golf Cart Batteries with a Multimeter (Guide)
One of the most common problems with a golf cart is when your golf cart’s battery gives out. This guide … Read more
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How to Test a Stepper Motor with a Multimeter (Guide)
A stepper motor is a DC motor that can be “stepped” by a microcontroller and its main parts are the … Read more
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How to Test Parking Sensors with a Multimeter (6 Steps)
Parking sensors are position sensors that help the driver recognize nearby objects when parking a car. They are commonly installed … Read more
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How to Test Solar Panels with a Multimeter (3-Step Guide)
Solar panels are usually tested under standard conditions using a light source that mimics the light from the sun on … Read more
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How to Use a Fieldpiece Multimeter
This article will teach you how to use a fieldpiece multimeter. As a contractor, I have mostly used Fieldpiece multimeters … Read more
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What is DCA on a Multimeter?
DCA on a multimeter stands for Direct Current Amperage. The DC (direct current) is a one-directional flow of the electrons … Read more
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How to Test an Ethernet Cable with a Multimeter (Quick Guide)
Ethernet cables are perfect for providing a hardwired internet connection. They are much faster than a Wi-Fi connection and more … Read more
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How to Test an Antenna with a Multimeter (Guide)
A damaged or defective antenna may cause high SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) issues resulting in poor system performance. Though these … Read more
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How to Test Spark Plug Wires without a Multimeter
Spark plug wires transmit thousands of volts to the spark plugs up to 45,000V, depending on the requirements. They have … Read more
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How to Test an Oven Element with a Multimeter (Guide)
Oven elements or heat elements are the heating coils on the top and bottom of your electric oven. They heat … Read more
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What is hFE on a Multimeter
hFE is a unit of measurement for determining the amount of current gain (or amplification) that a transistor can produce. … Read more
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How to Test a Furnace Pressure Switch with a Multimeter
Pressure switches are critical to a system’s operations. They validate that gas is being vented from a furnace before starting … Read more
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How to Test a Map Sensor with a Multimeter (Step-by-Step Guide)
The manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor detects air pressure in the intake manifold and allows the vehicle to change the … Read more
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How to Test an ABS Sensor with a Multimeter (Guide)
An ABS (anti-lock brake sensor) is a tachometer that measures the rapidity of a wheel. It then passes the calculated … Read more
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How to Test a Power Window Switch with a Multimeter?
Are you trying to troubleshoot why your power windows aren’t working and think you may be dealing with a broken … Read more
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How to Set a Multimeter’s Continuity Setting
A digital multimeter is one of the most useful tools you can use to troubleshoot electronics. The continuity setting on … Read more
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What Should a 6 Volt Battery Read on a Multimeter
Some applications and a few recreational vehicles such as wheelchairs, golf buggies, and motorcycles, need 6V batteries to function properly. … Read more
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How to Test Fuel Pump with a Multimeter (6-Step Guide)
The fuel pump is a critical component for a car’s entire operation. When the fuel pump fails, it implies the … Read more