Amprobe AT-8000 Series User manual

AT-8000
Advanced Wire Tracers
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AT-8000
Advanced Wire Tracer
AT-8020
AT-8030
User Manual
3/2020, 6012207 A
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Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability
Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from
the date of purchase unless local laws require otherwise. This warranty does not cover fuses,
disposable batteries or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or
abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized to extend any other
warranty on the behalf of Amprobe. To obtain service during the warranty period, return the
product with proof of purchase to an authorized Amprobe Service Center or to an Amprobe
dealer or distributor. See Repair Section for details. THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY.
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES - WHETHER EXPRESSED, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY - INCLUDING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY, ARE HEREBY
DISCLAIMED. MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. Since some
states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental
or consequential damages, this limitation of liability may not apply to you.
Repair
All Amprobe products returned for warranty or non-warranty repair or for calibration should
be accompanied by the following: your name, company’s name, address, telephone number,
and proof of purchase. Additionally, please include a brief description of the problem or
the service requested and include the test leads with the meter. Non-warranty repair or
replacement charges should be remitted in the form of a check, a money order, credit card
with expiration date, or a purchase order made payable to Amprobe.
In-warranty Repairs and Replacement – All Countries
Please read the warranty statement and check your battery before requesting repair. During
the warranty period, any defective test tool can be returned to your Amprobe distributor for an
exchange for the same or like product. Please check the “Where to Buy” section on amprobe.com
for a list of distributors near you. Additionally, in the United States and Canada, in-warranty repair
and replacement units can also be sent to an Amprobe Service Center (see address below).
Non-warranty Repairs and Replacement – United States and Canada
Non-warranty repairs in the United States and Canada should be sent to an Amprobe Service
Center. Call Amprobe or inquire at your point of purchase for current repair and replacement rates.
Non-warranty Repairs and Replacement – Europe
European non-warranty units can be replaced by your Beha-Amprobe distributor for a
nominal charge. Please check the “Where to Buy” section on beha-amprobe.com for a list of
distributors near you.
Beha-Amprobe
Division and reg. trademark of Fluke Corp. (USA)

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AT-8000 Advanced Wire Tracer
CONTENTS
1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES ............................................................. 2
2. KIT COMPONENTS................................................................................................. 5
2.1 AT-8000-R Receiver ........................................................................................................6
2.2 AT-8000-T Transmitter ...................................................................................................8
2.3 CT-400 Signal Clamp ......................................................................................................11
3. MAIN APPLICATIONS ............................................................................................ 12
3.1 Tracing Energized Wires.................................................................................................13
• Using the Receiver in Energized SMART SENSORTM mode.......................................14
• Using Receiver in Energized TIP SENSOR mode........................................................15
3.2 Tracing De-Energized Wires...........................................................................................16
• Using Receiver in De-Energized TIP SENSOR mode
3.3 Identifying Breakers and Fuses......................................................................................17
•Using Receiver in Energized & De-Energized Breaker mode
3.4 Non-Contact Voltage Mode (NCV) ...............................................................................20
4. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS ........................................................................................ 21
4.1 GFCI-Protected Circuit Wire Tracing .............................................................................21
4.2 Finding Breaks/Opens ...................................................................................................22
4.3 Finding Shorts ...............................................................................................................22
4.4 Tracing Wires in Metal Conduit: Junction Box Method ..............................................23
4.5 Tracing Non-Metallic Pipes and Conduits ....................................................................23
4.6 Tracing Shielded Wires ..................................................................................................24
4.7 Tracing Underground Wires..........................................................................................25
4.8 Tracing Low Voltage Wires and Data Cables ...............................................................25
4.9 Sorting Bundled Wires ..................................................................................................26
4.10 Mapping a Circuit using Test Leads Connection.........................................................27
4.11 Tracing Breakers/Fuses on Systems with Light Dimmers ............................................27
4.12 Signal Clamp - Closed Loop Circuits ............................................................................28
4.13 Signal Clamp - Mapping Circuits..................................................................................30
5. MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................... 31
5.1 Battery Replacement......................................................................................................31
5.2 Fuse Replacement...........................................................................................................34
6. SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................... 35

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1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES
General
For your own safety and to avoid damage to the instrument we suggest you to follow the
procedures listed below:
NOTE: Before and during measurements be diligent to follow the instructions.
•Make sure that the electrical instrument is operating properly before use.
•Before attaching any of the conductors, make sure that the voltage present in the
conductor is in the range of the instrument.
•Keep the instruments in their carrying case when not in use.
•If the Transmitter or Receiver will not be used for a long time, remove the batteries to
prevent leakage in the instruments.
•Use Amprobe approved cables and accessories only.
Safety precautions
In many instances, dangerous levels of voltage and/or current may be present. Therefore, it
is important to avoid direct contact with any uninsulated voltage/current carrying surfaces.
Insulated gloves and protective clothing should be worn in hazardous voltage areas.
•Do not measure voltage or current in wet, damp or dusty places.
•Do not measure voltage in the presence of gas, explosive materials or combustibles.
•Do not touch the circuit under test if no measurement is being taken.
•Do not touch exposed metal parts, such as unused terminals and circuits.
•Do not use the instrument if it appears to be malfunctioning (i.e. if you notice
deformations, breaks, leakage of substances, absence of messages on the display, etc).
Safety information
The product complies with:
•UL/IEC/EN 61010-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, Pollution Degree 2, Measurement
category IV 600 V MAX
• IEC/EN 61010-2-030
• IEC/EN 61010-2-032
• IEC/EN 61010-031 (test leads)
• EMC IEC/EN 61326-1
Measurement Category IV (CAT IV) is for circuits that are directly connected to the primary
utility power source for a given building or between the building power supply and the
main distribution board. Such equipment may include electricity tariff meters and primary
over current protection devices.
Measurement Category II (CAT II) is for measurements performed on circuit directly
connected to the low voltage installation. Examples are measurements on house hold
appliances, portable tools and similar equipment.
CENELEC Directives
The instruments conform to CENELEC Low-voltage directive 2014/35/EU and Electromagnetic
compatibility directive 2014/30/EU.

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�Warnings: Read Before Using
To avoid the possibility of electric shock or personal injury:
•Use the Product only as specified in this manual or the protection provided by the
instrument may be compromised.
•Avoid working alone so assistance can be rendered.
•Test on a known signal source within the rated voltage range of the Product both before
and after use to ensure the Product is in good working conditions.
•Do not use the Product around explosive gas, vapor, or in damp or wet environments.
•Inspect the Product before use and do not use if it appears damaged. Check for cracks or
missing plastic. Pay particular attention to the insulation around the connectors.
•Inspect the test leads and other accessories before use. Do not use if insulation is
damaged or metal is exposed.
•Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly. Protection may be impaired. When in
doubt, have the Product serviced.
•Check the test leads for continuity. Replace damaged test leads before using the Product.
•Have the Product serviced only by qualified service personnel.
•Use extreme caution when working around bare conductors or bus bars. Contact with
the conductor could result in electric shock.
•Do not hold the Product beyond the tactile barrier.
•Do not apply more than the rated voltage and CAT rating, as marked on the Product,
between the terminals or between any terminal and earth ground.
•Remove test leads from the Product before opening the Product case or battery cover.
•Never operate the Product with the battery cover removed or the case open.
•Use caution when working with voltages above 30 V AC RMS, 42 V AC peak, or 60 V DC.
These voltages pose a shock hazard.
•Do not exceed the Measurement Category (CAT) rating of the lowest rated individual
component of a Product, probe, or accessory.
•Do not attempt to connect to any circuit carrying voltage that may exceed the maximum
range of the Product.
•Use the proper terminals, functions and ranges for your measurements.
•When using alligator clips and test probes, keep fingers behind the finger guards.
•Use only exact fuse replacement and specified replacement parts.
•When making electrical connections, connect the common test lead before connecting
the live test lead; when disconnecting, disconnect the live test lead before disconnecting
the common test lead.
•To avoid false readings that can lead to electrical shock and/or injury, replace the
batteries as soon as the low battery indicator appears. Check Product operation on a
known source before and after use.
•Use only AA batteries, properly installed in the Product case, to power the Product (see
Section 5.1: Battery Replacement).
•When servicing, use only specified user serviceable replacement parts.
•Adhere to local and national safety codes. Individual protective equipment must be used
to prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous live conductors are exposed.
•Only use the test lead provided with the Product or UL Listed Probe Assembly rated
CAT IV 600 V or better.
• Do not use the HOT STICK (TIC 410A) to operate the AT-8000-R Receiver at voltages above 600 V.
•Remove the batteries if the Product is not used for an extended period of time, or if
stored in temperatures above 122 °F (50 °C). If the batteries are not removed, battery
leakage can damage the Product.
•Follow all battery care and charging instructions from the battery manufacturer.
•Do not use the Product to check for absence of voltage. Please use an appropriate voltage
tester instead.
1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES

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Symbols used in this product
Battery status – Displays the remaining battery charge.
Home – Return to home screen when selected.
Help – Enters to the help guide when selected.
Settings – Enters to the settings menu when selected.
Indicates the volume is muted.
Volume – Displays the volume in four levels.
Sensitivity indicator – Displays the sensitivity level from 1 to 10.
Icon indicating energized system.
Icon indicating de-energized system.
99
SIGNAL
Signal strength indicator – Shows the strength of the signal
from 0 to 99.
MAN/AUTO
Shows whether the sensitivity adjustment is in Manual or Automatic mode.
Lock indicates if the Auto sensitivity lock is active
(Only in Auto sensitivity mode).
Application and removal from hazardous live conductors permitted.
Caution! Risk of electric shock.
�Caution! Refer to the explanation in this Manual.
TThe equipment is protected by double insulation or reinforced insulation.
JEarth (Ground).
CAT IV 600V Overvoltage up to Category IV 600V (transient protection up to 8 kV).
IFuse.
)Conforms to relevant North American Safety Standards.
PComplies with European Directives.
Conforms to relevant Australian standards.
=
This product complies with the WEEE Directive marking requirements. The
affixed label indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic
product in domestic household waste. Product Category: With reference
to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is
classed as category 9 “Monitoring and Control Instrumentation” product.
Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.
1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES

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This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed for safe operation
and maintenance of the instrument. If the Product is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the Product may be impaired. This Product meets
water and dust protection IP52 (Receiver) and IP40 (Transmitter and signal clamp) per
IEC 60529. Do NOT operate outside during periods of rainfall. The Product is double insulated
for protection per EN 61010-1 to CAT IV 600 V.
CAUTION: Do not connect the Transmitter to a separate ground in Electrically Susceptible
Patient areas of a health care facility. Make the ground connection first and disconnect it last.
2. KIT COMPONENTS
Your shipping box should include:
AT-8020 KIT AT-8030 KIT
AT-8000-R RECEIVER 1 1
AT-8000-T TRANSMITTER 1 1
TL-8000-INT TEST LEAD AND ACCESSORY KIT* 1 1
CC-8000 HARD CARRYING CASE 1 1
BATTERY CHARGERS - 3
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES NIMH TYPE 1.2 V AA
(IEC LR6) - 12
BATTERIES ALKALINE 1.5 V AA (IEC LR6) 12 -
CT-400 SIGNAL CLAMP - 1
HS-1 MAGNETIC HANGER - 1
USER MANUAL 1 1
QUICK START GUIDE 1 1
*TL-8000-INT test lead and accessory kit includes:
• 2 x 1 m test leads (red, black): CAT IV 600 V
• 1 x 7 m test lead (green): CAT IV 600 V
• 2 x Alligator clips (red, black): CAT IV 600 V
• 2 x Outlet blade adapters (red, black): CAT II 300 V
• 2 x Outlet round adapters (red, black): CAT II 300 V
Optional Accessories:
• TL-8000-25M 25 m test lead
• ADPTR-SCT Socket adapter
• HS-1 Magnetic hanger
• CT-400 Signal clamp
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2. KIT COMPONENTS
2.1 AT-8000-R Receiver
The AT-8000-R Receiver detects the signal generated by the AT-8000-T Transmitter along
wires using either the Tip Sensor or Smart SensorTM and displays this information on the full
color TFT LCD display.
Active tracing using a signal generated by the AT-8000-T Transmitter
The Smart SensorTM works with a 6 kHz signal generated along Energized wires (above 30 V
AC/DC) and provides an indication of the wire position and direction relative to the Receiver.
The Smart SensorTM is not designed to work on De-energized systems; for that application
the Tip Sensor should be used in De-energized mode.
The Tip Sensor may be used on either Energized or De-energized wires and can be used for
general tracing, tracing in tight spaces, locating breakers/fuses, pinpointing wires in bundles
or in junction boxes. The TIP SENSOR mode will pinpoint the wire location with both an
audible and visual indication of detected signal strength, but unlike SMART SENSORTM mode
it will not provide wire direction or orientation.
Note: The Receiver will NOT detect signals from the wire through metal conduit or shielded
cable. Refer to Special Applications, section 4.4 “Tracing Wires In Metal Conduit” for
alternative tracing methods.
TIP SENSOR
LCD DISPLAY
Full color TFT display
SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT
BUTTON (-/+)
SMART SENSORTM
(Back side)
NCV BUTTON
Non-Contact
Voltage mode
4-WAY
NAVIGATION KEYS
RUBBER OVER
MOLDED ENCLOSURE
ENTER BUTTON
Selects the function
POWER BUTTON
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
(Back side)
HOT STICK ATTACHMENT POINT
(Do not use for voltage higher
than 600 V)
TACTILE BARRIER
TACTILE BARRIER
Figure 2.1a: Overview of AT-8000-R Receiver

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ENERGIZED:
DE-ENERGIZED:
--
Main
applications
Setting menu
Help guide
Buzzer volume adjustment Sensitivity adjustment
Battery
status
Figure 2.1b: Overview of home screen elements
x.x.x x.x
Home menu
Figure 2.1c: Overview of settings menu elements
Language English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Backlight 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%
Setting DEFAULT : Restore default settings
Help Guidance ON : Device will guide you through each mode
OFF : Device will start without guidance
Sensitivity* MAN : Manual sensitivity adjustment (+) and (-) keys
AUTO : Auto sensitivity adjustment
Smart SensorTM
Range SHORT : For wire detection up to 3 feet
LONG : For wire detection between 3 and 20 feet
*Note: The Auto and Manual sensitivity mode can be easily changed by pressing the + and
– key at the same time when the Receiver is in a tracing mode. When sensitivity mode is set
to “Auto” manual adjustment is disabled.
2. KIT COMPONENTS