This device is protected by a double insulation or by a reinforced insulation. No linking is required from the protection earth terminal to ensure the electrical security. Thank you for purchasing a C.A 5230 RMS Multimeter. To get the best service from this instrument : read this user manual carefully, respect the safety precautions detailed.
12 - Maintenance ................. 10 Technical and Sales Assistance ........... 11 1 - PRESENTATION The C.A 5230 multimeter is designed for the daily needs of professionals in electricity. - true rms measurement (RMS) - digital 4000 counts and 42 segment bargraph...
2 - DESCRIPTION LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY 4000 measurement counts - height of digits 0.5" (12mm) Rate: 2 measurements / second Bargraph with 42 segments / Rate: 20 measurements / second Note: the bargraph is not operational on frequency and capacitance measurements Automatic display of all the symbols for commands, ranges and functions Use battery indication :...
FUNCTION SELECTOR SWITCH Off position AC voltages up to 600V in rms value V ... DC voltages up to 600V Frequencies of voltages up to 400kHz Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω Continuity sound test for a resistance R ≤ 40Ω, and measurements of resistances up to 40MΩ...
4 - FREQUENCY Connect the leads to the multimeter and connect in parallel to the circuit to be tested. Place the selector switch on the Hz voltage frequency function. Automatic range selection: read the measured value Note: The bargraph is inactive on frequency measurement If necessary, press the following buttons: - MIN/MAX to read the min or max values to light the display...
7 - CAPACITANCE Never make a capacitance test on a live circuit Always respect the polarity of electrolytic condensers. This type of condenser may be sensitive to temperature, so avoid touching it during measurement. ♦ Connect the leads to the multimeter and to the terminals of the condenser.
40mA 400mA AC/DC Voltage 450mV 650mV 400mV drop Digital 10µA 100µA 10mA resolution Bargraph 10mA resolution Accuracy ±1.2% R ± 0.8% of Reading ± 2cts on DC ± 4cts Accuracy ± 1.5% R ± 1.2% of Reading ± 4cts on AC ±...
Degree of watertightness (IEC 529): protection index IP 40 10 - TO ORDER Use the designations and references below. C.A 5230 ..............Cat. #2116.76 Sold with shockproof case, a pair of leads with probes attached, a 9V battery and this user’s manual...
12-4 Repair and calibration To guarantee that your instrument complies with the factory specifications, we recommend that the Model C.A 5230 be submitted to our factory service center at one-year intervals for recalibration, or as required by other standards.