For all of you who have a multimeter thrown in a drawer or toolbox but don’t know how to use it, these instructions will help in your search for missing voltage.

Can't you hook up a test light on the positive side of the motor, then the other lead to ground? If the light lights up, you've got power up to the motor.

Want to know how to use a multimeter properly? Here are five common ways to put your digital multimeter to good use. Note: These instructions are applicable to most multimeters.