I've got a multimeter that seems to have continuity and fresh batteries, but it won't measure voltage. I've checked and have the leads connected correctly – red is hot and black is negative – and I've set it to 200V AC for measuring a household outlet, which should be around 120V. But I'm getting zero readings. Could my multimeter be faulty?
2 Answers
Have you tried switching the multimeter to the range AC setting instead of just the 200V setting? If that doesn't work, you might want to test with a DC setting, like off your car battery. You could rule out a fault there.
It sounds like there may be an issue with your multimeter. Have you checked the model and manufacturer? Sometimes, a broken lead can cause problems. If you have a spare set of leads, give those a shot to see if that helps!