Instructions for Gunson's multi-test

[Mack001]

Hi, I have an older digital Gunson's multi-test (this one - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gunsons-Multitest-Digita... , but have misplaced the instructions and an Internet trawl hasn't produced any results. So hoping someone on here might be able to help.

I have no problems using the meter, except it has been a long time since i have used the ammeter side and have forgotten how this should be connected. I seem to recall there was an additional metal bar that might need to be used?

I need to use it to try to diagnose a parasitic battery drain. So if any one can help with providing the instructions relating to the ammeter side of things I would be very gratefully

Thanks

[mudster]

If you can post a close up picture of the dial and the connections somebody will be able to help. I have no experience with that particular meter but I would be surprised if it's much different to others.

[cpas]

I have a similar unit but a 'Multimeter' version, and I believe there is a 10A fuse in the back to protect the amp circuit. One option would be to run a 5W bulb in series when doing the initial test, as this would limit the current even if there was a dead short, and you should be able to calculate the current if the bulb was taken out of the circuit.

[Doctor Volt]

First of all check with your local dealer that your vehicle will run ok if the battery is disconnected and reconnected
If all is well - Disconnect the battery earth lead and reconnect it with a 21Watt light bulb in series with the lead and battery post, if the bulb doesnt glow or glows dim you are ok to test for a battery drain with your meter and no metal shunt
An above poster mentioned removing fuses one by one until you find the fault "if only life was that easy" - Yes do remove fuses to begin with as this method can save much time, if having removed all the fuses and you still have a drain showing on your meter you will need to start disconnecting components
Feel free to post up the value of the battery drain as I may be able to point you in the right direction

[Doctor Volt]

Did you find what was draining your Battery?