3.3.3. Capacitance measurement
• Press « POWER » key to turn on the power.
• Press the function key to select Capacitance test range.
• Connect the test clip to the component leads.
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Press frequency key to select testing frequency.
Press the « D / Q / θ » key to display the D calculation on the secondary display.
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Read the display readings for capacitance value and dissipation factor.
To avoid electrical hazards, discharge the capacitor to be tested before measuring.
ON
OFF
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REC
AUTO
RS232
HOLD
D/Q/
£c
FREQ
RANGE
ALWAYS DISCHARGE THE CAPACITOR BEFORE TESTING
FORCE
SENSE
Black
clip
P
S
CAL
L/C/R
TOL
REL
SENSE
FORCE
Red clip
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