Fluke 12 User Manual

12 Multimeter
MEASURING CAPACITANCE
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MEASURING CAPACITANCE
First, turn off power to the circuit, and disconnect and discharge the capacitor.
1. Insert test leads, and move the slide-switch to [E]. (See Figure 6.)
2. Press [E]. The capacitance function is selected and µF is displayed.
3. Touch the probes to the capacitor. When measuring polarized capacitors, be sure
to connect the positive to [&] and the negative to COM. Capacitor dielectric
absorption can cause measurement errors. If more discharge is necessary, the
meter displays “dISC” while the capacitor is discharging.
To exit capacitance, press [E] or [g], or move the slide-switch to another position.

Fluke 12 Specifications

General

Continuity Beeper	Yes
Diode Test	Yes
Safety Rating	CAT III 600 V
Operating Temperature	0 °C to 50 °C
Display Type	LCD
Voltage DC	600V
Voltage AC	600V
DC Current Range	10 A
AC Current Range	10 A
Resistance Range	40 MΩ
Battery Type	9V
Dimensions	169 mm x 84 mm x 44 mm