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micro CA-25
Inspection Camera
WAR NI NG !
Read this Operator’s Man ual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of this
manual may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious
person al injury.
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Table of Contents
Safety Symbols ....................................................................................................2
General Safety Information
Work Area Safety...............................................................................................2
Electrical Safety.................................................................................................2
Personal Safety..................................................................................................2
Equipment Use and Care ..................................................................................2
Service...............................................................................................................3
Specific Safety Information
micro CA-25 Inspection Camera Safety............................................................3
Description, Specifications and Standard Equipment
Description.........................................................................................................4
Specifications.....................................................................................................4
Standard Equipment..........................................................................................4
Controls .............................................................................................................4
FCC Statement .....................................................................................................5
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)................................................................5
Tool Assembly
Changing/Installing Batteries.............................................................................5
Installing An Accessory .....................................................................................5
Pre-Operation Inspection ....................................................................................6
Tool and Work Area Set-Up .................................................................................7
Operating Instructions ........................................................................................7
Viewing ..............................................................................................................8
Cleaning................................................................................................................8
Storage..................................................................................................................8
Service and Repair...............................................................................................8
Disposal ................................................................................................................8
Battery Disposal...................................................................................................9
Lifetime Warranty.................................................................................Back Cover
*Original Instructions - English
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micro CA-25
Inspection Camera
microCA-25
micro CA-25 Inspection Camera
Record Serial Number below and retain product serial number which is located on nameplate.
Serial
No.
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Safety Symbols
In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to
communicate important safety information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey
all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property.
This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s manual contains important information on the safe and proper operation of the equipment.
This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when handling
or using this equipment to reduce the risk of eye injury.
This symbol indicates the risk of hands, fingers or other body parts being caught or wrapped
in gears or other moving parts.
This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock.
• Do not expose equipment to rain or
wet conditions. Water en tering equipment will increase the risk of electrical
shock.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when operating equipment. Do not use equipment
while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating
equipment may result in serious personal
injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
Equipment Use and Care
• Do not force equipment. Use the correct
equipment for your application. The cor-
rect equipment will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
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General Safety
Information
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
• Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate equipment in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust. E -
quip ment can create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and by-standers a way
while operating equipment. Distrac tions
can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
• Avoid body contact with earthed or
ground ed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is
an increased risk of electrical shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.
NOTICE
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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Read these precautions carefully before
using the micro CA-25 In spec tion Cam era to reduce the risk of electrical shock
or other serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
A manual holder is supplied in the carrying
case of the micro CA-25 Inspection Camera
to keep this manual with the tool for use by
the operator.
micro CA-25 Inspection Camera
Safety
• The micro CA-25 imager head and ca ble
are waterproof to 4' (1.2 m). The handheld display unit is not. Do not expose
the display unit to water or rain. This increases the risk of electrical shock.
• Do not place the micro CA-25 Inspec -
tion Cam era anywhere that may contain a live electrical charge. This in-
creases the risk of electrical shock.
• Do not place the micro CA-25 Inspec -
tion Cam era anywhere that may contain moving parts. This increases the
risk of entanglement injuries.
• Do not use this device for personal in-
spection or medical use in any way.
This is not a medical device. This could
cause personal injury.
• Always use appropriate personal pro-
tective equipment while handling and
using the micro CA-25 Inspection Cam era. Drains and other areas may contain
chemicals, bacteria and other substances
that may be toxic, infectious, cause burns
or other issues. Appropriate personal
protective equipment always includes
safety glasses and gloves, and may in-
clude equipment such as latex or rubber
gloves, face shields, goggles, protective
clothing, respirators and steel-toed foot wear.
• Practice good hygiene. Use hot, soapy
wa ter to wash hands and other exposed
body parts exposed to drain contents after
handling or using the micro CA-25 In spec tion Camera to inspect drains and other
areas that may contain chemicals or bacteria. Do not eat or smoke while operating
or handling the micro CA-25 Inspection
Camera. This will help prevent contamination with toxic or infectious material.
• Do not operate the micro CA-25 In -
• Do not use equipment if the switch
does not turn it ON and OFF. Any tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the batteries from the e quip-
ment before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk
of injury.
• Store idle equipment out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the equipment or these instructions to operate the equipment.
Equipment can be dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
• Maintain equipment. Check for misalign-
ment or binding of moving parts, missing
parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the equipment’s
operation. If damaged, have the equipment repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained equipment.
• Use the equipment and accessories in
accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the equipment for operations different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
• Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your
equipment. Accessories that may be suit-
able for one piece of equipment may become hazardous when used with other
equipment.
• Keep handles dry and clean; free from
oil and grease. Allows for better control of
the equipment.
Service
• Have your equipment serviced by a
qual i fied repair person using on ly identical replacement parts. This will ensure
that the safety of the tool is maintained.
Specific Safety
Information
WARNING
This section contains important safety information that is specific to the inspection camera.
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Power Source ...............4 x “AA”, Alkaline or
Rechargeable
Batteries
Attachments .................Hook, Magnet,
Mirror
Weight...........................1.35 lbs (0,6 kg)
Standard Equipment
The micro CA-25 Inspection Camera comes
with the following items:
• micro CA-25 with Fixed 4' (1.2 m) 17mm
Imager
• 3' (90 cm) RCA Cable
• Hook, Magnet, Mirror Attachments
• 4 x “AA” Batteries
• Carrying Case
• Operator’s Manual
Figure 1 – micro CA-25
Controls
Figure 2 – Controls
spection Camera if operator or device is
standing in water. Operating an electrical
device while in water increases the risk
of electrical shock.
The EC Declaration of conformity (890-011-
320.10) will accompany this manual as a separate booklet when required.
If you have any question concerning this
RIDGID
®
product:
– Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
– Visit www.RIDGID.com or
www.RIDGID.eu to find your local
RIDGID contact point.
– Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service De -
part ment at rtctechservices@emer son.com,
or in the U.S. and Canada call (800) 519-
3456.
Description,
Specifications and
Standard Equipment
Description
The micro CA-25 Inspection Camera displays
live color video from an imaging sensor and
light source that’s connected to a 4' (1.2 cm)
flexible cable. It can be used to look into tight
spots and beam back real-time video to a
color LCD. It comes with a
11
/16" (17 mm) cam-
era head for general use.
Specifications
Display.........................2.4" (60,9 mm)
Color LCD (480 x
234 Resolution)
Lighting........................4 Adjustable LEDs
Cable Reach................4' (1.2 m) Fixed
Cable Waterproof
to 4' (1.2 m) (IP67)
Camera Head..............
11
/16" (17mm)
Video Output ...............RCA (3' (0,9 m)
Cable Included)
TV-Out .........................NTSC
Operating Temp ...........32°F - 122°F
(0 C ~ 50°C)
Storage Temp ..............4°F - 140°F
(-20°C ~ 60°C)
Storage Humidity.........15% ~ 85% RH
Depth of Field (DOF)....0.04" (10mm) ~ •
(infinity)
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Image
Power
LED
Brightness
Decrease
Power
Status
Light
LED Brightness
Increase
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batteries prior to long term storage to avoid
battery leakage.
1. Slide lock button toward middle to open
battery door
(See Figure 3)
and remove
battery compartment from the micro CA25 Inspection Camera
(See Figure 4)
. If
needed, remove batteries.
Figure 3 – Battery Door
2. Install 4 new AA alkaline batteries (LR6),
observing the correct polarity as indicated on the battery compartment. Only
replace in sets to help prevent battery
leakage.
3. Insert battery compartment into inspection camera terminal end first. The compartment will only go in one way. Do not
force. Close the battery door, confirm securely closed.
Figure 4 – Battery Compartment
Installing An Accessory
The three included accessories, (mirror, hook
and magnet)
(Figure 1)
all attach to the imager
head the same way.
To connect, hold the imager head as shown in
Figure 5
. Slip the semicircle end of the acces sory over the flats of the imager head as
shown in
Figure 5
. Then rotate the accessory
a 1/4 turn so the long arm of the accessory is
extending out as shown.
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment
OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC)
The term electromagnetic compatibility is ta ken
to mean the capability of the product to function smoothly in an environment where elec tro magnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges
are present and without causing electromagnet interference to other equipment.
The RIDGID micro CA-25 Inspect ion Camera conforms to all applicable EMC
standards. However, the possibility of it causing interference in other devices cannot be
precluded.
Tool Assembly
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury during use, follow these procedures for
proper assembly.
Changing/Installing Batteries
The micro CA-25 is supplied without batteries
installed. If the power status light is red, the
batteries need to be replaced. Re move the
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Figure 6 – Warning Label
8. If any issues are found during the inspection, do not use the inspection camera until it has been properly serviced.
9. With dry hands, re-install the battery hold er, making sure to fully insert.
10. Press and Hold the Power Button for 1
second. Once the camera is ready an
image will appear. If the unit does not
operate properly, try changing the batteries.
11. Press and Hold the Power Button for 1
second to turn the unit OFF.
Tool and Work Area
Set-Up
WARNING
Set up the micro CA-25 In spec tion Cam era and work area according to these
procedures to reduce the risk of injury
from electrical shock, entanglement and
other causes and prevent tool and system damage.
1. Check work area for:
• Adequate lighting
• Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that
may ignite. If present, do not work in
area until sources have been identified
and corrected. The micro CA-25 In spection Camera is not explosion proof
and can cause sparks.
Figure 5 – Installing Accessories
Pre-Operation
Inspection
WARNING
Before each use, inspect your inspection camera and correct any problems
to reduce the risk of serious injury from
electric shock and other causes and
prevent tool damage.
1. Make sure the unit is OFF.
2. Remove the battery holder and inspect it
and batteries for signs of dam age. Re place batteries if necessary. Do not use
inspection camera if batteries are damaged.
3. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the e quip ment. This aids inspection and helps
prevent the tool from slipping from your
grip.
4. Inspect micro CA-25 Inspection Camera
for any broken, warn, miss ing, misaligned
or binding parts or any condition which
may prevent safe and normal operation.
5. Inspect the camera head lens for condensation. To avoid damaging the unit, do
not use the camera if condensation forms
inside the lens. Let the water evaporate
before using.
6. Inspect the full length of the cable for
cracks or damage. A damaged cable
could allow water to enter the unit and increase the risk of electrical shock.
7. Check that the warning label is present,
firmly attached and readable.
Accessory
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3. Make sure the micro CA-25 Inspec tion
Camera has been properly inspect ed.
4. Install the correct accessories for the application.
Operating Instructions
WARNING
Always wear eye protection to protect
your eyes against dirt and other foreign
objects.
Follow operating instructions to reduce
the risk of injury from electrical shock,
entanglement and other causes.
1. Make sure that the inspection camera
and work area have been properly set up
and that the work area is free of bystanders and other distractions.
Figure 7 – Controls
2. Power On: Press and Hold the power
button for 1 second.
The power status light will come ON. If
the power status light is GREEN, the
micro CA-25 Inspection Camera batteries
are good. If the power status light is RED,
the batteries need to be changed. If the
LED does not turn ON, the batteries need
to be changed.
3. Pre-Form The Cable: If needed for the
area to be inspected, pre-form the cable.
Do not try to form bends with a radius of
less than 2" (50 mm) as this can damage
the cable.
• Clear, level, stable, dry place for operator. Do not use the inspection camera
while standing in water.
2. Examine the area or space that you will
be inspecting and determine if the micro
CA-25 Inspection Camera is the correct
piece of equipment for the job.
• Determine the access points to the
space. The minimum opening the cam era head can fit through is approximate ly
3
/4" (19 mm) in diameter for the 17 mm
camera head.
• Determine if there are any obstacles
that would require very tight turns in
the cable. The inspection camera ca ble
can go down to a 2" (50 mm) radius
without damage.
• Determine if there is any electrical pow -
er supplied to the area to be inspected.
If so, the power to the area must be
turned off to reduce the risk of electric
shock. Use appropriate lock out proce dures to prevent the power from be ing
turned back on during the inspection.
• Determine if any chemicals are pres-
ent, especially in the case of drains. It is
important to understand the specific
safety measures required to work around
any chemicals present. Contact the
chemical manufacturer for required information. Chemicals may damage or degrade the inspection camera.
• Determine the temperature of the area
and items in the area. The working temperature of the inspection camera is
between 32 and 122 degrees F (0°C 50°C). Use in areas outside of this
range or contact with hotter or colder
items could cause camera damage.
• Determine if any moving parts are pres-
ent in the area to be inspected. If so,
these parts must be deactivated to prevent movement during inspection to
reduce the risk of entanglement. Use
appropriate lock out procedures to prevent the parts from moving during the
inspection.
If the micro CA-25 Inspection Camera is not
the correct piece of equipment for the job,
other inspection equipment is available from
RIDGID. For a complete listing of RIDGID
products, see the RIDGID catalog, online at
www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu.
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Rotate
Image
Power
LED
Brightness
Decrease
Power
Status
Light
LED Brightness
Increase
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4. LED Brightness Adjustment: Tur n th e
LEDs ON. The imager head is equipped
with four white LEDs to aid inspection.
Use the + and – buttons to turn ON and
adjust the brightness of the LEDs.
5. Inspection: Insert the imager head and
cable into the space to be inspected. Do
not use the imager head or cable for anything other than an inspection device.
Do not use the imag er head and cable to
clear a path. Do not force the imager
head and cable through tight bends or
spaces. These uses can damage the unit
and the area to be inspected.
6. Image Rotation: If needed, the image
seen on the screen can be rotated in
180 degree increments by pressing the
rotate image button.
7. Power Off: When the inspection is com -
plete, carefully withdraw the imager and
cable from the inspection area. Press
and Hold the power button for 1 second
to turn the unit OFF. The unit will automatically turn OFF 30 minutes after the last
button press or if the batteries drop too
low.
Viewing
The micro CA-25 Inspection Camera can be
connected to a television or other monitor for
remote viewing or recording through the included RCA cable. Open the rubber cover on
the side of the screen and insert the RCA
cable into the TV-OUT jack.
Insert the other end into the Video In jack on
the television or monitor. The television or
monitor may need to be set to the proper input
to allow viewing.
Figure 8 – TV-OUT Jack
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Cleaning
WARNING
Remove batteries before cleaning.
• Always clean the imager head and cable
after use with mild soap or mild detergent.
• Gently clean the LCD with a clean dry
cloth. Avoid rubbing too hard on the LCD.
• Wipe the hand held display unit down with
a clean, dry cloth.
Storage
The RIDGID micro CA-25 Inspection Cam era
must be stored in a dry secure area between
-4°F (-20°C) and 140°F (60°C).
Store the tool in a locked area out of the
reach of children and people unfamiliar with
the micro CA-25 Inspection Cam era.
Remove the batteries before any long period
of storage or shipping to avoid battery leakage.
Service and Repair
WARNING
Improper service or repair can make the
RIDGID micro CA-25 Inspection Camera
unsafe to operate.
RIDGID tools are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material. Should
this product require service:
Disposal
Parts of the RIDGID micro CA-25 Inspection
Camera contain valuable materials and can be
recycled. There are companies that specialize
in recycling that may be found locally. Dispose
of the com ponents in compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact your local waste
management authority for more information.
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For EC Countries: Do not dispose
of elec trical equipment with household waste!
According to the European Guide line 2002/ 96/EC for Waste Elec trical
and Electronic Equipment and its
imple men tation into national legislation, electrical equipment that is no longer usable must
be collected separately and disposed of in
an environmentally correct manner.
Battery Disposal
For EC countries: Defective or used batteries
must be recycled according to the guideline
2006/66/EEC.
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