Klein Tools PROBEplus User manual

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PROBEplus
VDV500-060
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• Amplifier
OverlOAd led
• Audible
NOtificAtiON
• visuAl
NOtificAtiON
• tAp-mOde
• HOld-mOde
• lOw bAttery
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• AutO pOwer-Off
Instruction Manual

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PROBEplus
Instruction Manual
FEATURES
The Klein Tools PROBEplus is a professional series tone tracer for wire
tracing and cable identification. It features digital volume control and a loud
built-in speaker to assist you in tracing and identifying wire.
• Tap power button to toggle on/off: continuously holding down the
power button is optional.
• Hold on/off button to power on; release to power off.
• Digital volume control.
• Tone detection LED.
• Amplifier overload LED.
• Low Battery Indication.
• Replaceable tip (VDV999-065, sold separately).
• Lanyard attachment loop.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
•Dimensions: 9.85" x 2.00" x 1.14" (25.02 x 5.08 x 2.90 cm)
•Weight: 6.0 oz. (170 grams) with battery
•Operating Temperature: 0°C /32°F to 50°C /122°F
•Storage Temperature: -20°C /-4°F to 60°C /140°F
•Humidity: 10% to 90%, non-condensing
•Altitude: 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) maximum
•Battery Life: 9V alkaline battery - typical
•Standby: 4 years
•Active: 25 hours
WARNINGS
To ensure safe operation and service of the instruments, follow these
instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can result in severe injury
or death.
• The PROBEplus is designed for use on extra low voltage cabling
systems (less than 60 volts).
• These instruments are not designed to be used outdoors.
• Do not use instruments if they are wet, as this could pose a shock hazard.
• Turn off PROBEplus before attempting to replace batteries.
• Do not use PROBEplus if it is damaged in any way.
SYMBOLS:
Warning: Potential for personal injury.
Caution: Potential for damage or destruction to equipment.
Always wear approved eye protection.
Do NOT use on energized circuits.
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shall be subject to a separate collection and correct disposal.

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PROBEplus FRONT PANEL
LEDs
1. Tone Detected LED: The green LED above the level buttons will
illuminate when the detected signal exceeds the set threshold. The
threshold is set with the level buttons.
2. Overload LED: The red LED above the detect LED will illuminate when
the amplifier is overloaded. The volume should be reduced so changes
in signal strength can be heard.
3. Power-On/Battery Low LED: This LED will illuminate when the probe is
active. It will flash rapidly when the battery needs to be replaced.
Buttons
4. On/Off Button: The On/Off button operates in two modes:
• Toggle Mode: When the tracer is turned on with a short tap (less
than 0.5 seconds) of the button, the tester will turn on and stay on
until the button is tapped again or after approximately 5 minutes.
• Normal On/Off: If the button is pressed and held down, the unit will
be on for only as long as the button is depressed.
5. Level Buttons: The up and down buttons are used to adjust the
sensitivity/volume and the detection threshold of the LED. They can be
tapped or pressed and held.
TONE TRACING
1. Press or tap the On/Off button.
2. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the up and down
buttons. If the signal is very loud when near the cable, the volume
may need to be reduced to keep from overloading. When the
amplifier is overloaded, small increases or decreases in the signal at
the tip cannot be heard.
3. To use the green detect LED on a run of cable, start at the tone
generator end of the cable and hold the probe at the distance you
want to detect the tone. Adjust the volume until the detect LED just
turns on or off. This sets the sensitivity of the detect LED.
4. Hold the tip of the PROBEplus near the cables to be identified.
The signal will be loudest on the wire or cable with the generator
attached to it. Separating the wires or cables may help in identifying
the correct one. The probe contacting a terminal or bare wire
carrying the tone will be substantially louder.
Note: The power-on LED of the PROBEplus flashes rapidly if the battery
is low. See Battery Replacement section for new battery installation.
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CONNECTION VARIATIONS
There are several ways to connect the generator to the cable to be traced.
The connection method can greatly change the signal strength detected
by the tone probe or limit coupling to surrounding wires and cables. Too
much signal strength can make it difficult to determine the exact cable or
wire carrying tone.
• Single generator lead: Often just one lead needs to be connected to the
wire or terminal. This is best for tracing along a cable or wire run including
wires behind dry wall. Connect to the shield of a coaxial cable, not the center
lead.
• Both generator leads connected to a cable: Connecting both generator leads
to wires in a cable reduces the radiated signal, especially when connected to
both wires of a twisted pair, due to signal field cancellation. This can be useful
for finding the desired wire or cable in a dense wiring environment such as a
patch panel or a telephone punch-down block. The wires carrying tone must
be very close to the probe tip to be detected. Place the tip in a patch panel
connector or touch a terminal on a block to find the signal.
• Both generator leads, one to ground: With one lead connected to the
wire or cable to trace and the other connected to earth ground, the signal
strength is greatly enhanced. Try a single lead connection first for tracing
along a cable because the ground connection method can yield too much
signal causing poor discrimination between cables or wires.
• RJ plug connection: The RJ plug can be directly connected to a phone jack
and should be the same connection as both generator leads connected to a
pair in a cable, usually line 1 or the center two pins of the jack.
Note: The wire to be traced cannot be at earth or safety ground potential.
The generator signal is shorted out in this instance.
CORRECT PAIR VERIFICATION
When both generator leads are connected to a pair, shorting the two leads
together will cause the tone signal to be shorted out. If the tone probe is on
and nearby, you should hear the tone being lost while the pair is shorted,
verifying the correct pair has been found. This could tell an assistant that the
pair was found and to move on to the next pair.
REPLACING THE PROBE TIP
The probe tip can be replaced if it is worn out or damaged with PROBEplus
Probe Replacement Tip Cat. No. VDV999-065
1. Loosen the screw on the back of the probe nearest to the probe tip
using a #1 Phillips screwdriver.
2. Pull the old tip out of the probe.
3. Push the new tip into the probe. The probe body has a keying slot so
the probe can only be inserted completely in one orientation.
4. Tighten the screw, being careful not to over-tighten. Make sure the
probe tip is firmly held in place by pulling gently on it. If not, tighten
the screw slightly.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
1. Remove screw at the speaker end on the rear of the PROBEplus with
a #1 Phillips head screwdriver. Remove battery door.
2. Recycle exhausted battery.
3. Acquire a 9 volt alkaline battery (IEC 6LR61, ANSI/NEDA 1640A).
4. Connect battery cable to new battery observing polarity and place
into battery compartment.
5. Replace battery door and screw, taking care not to over-tighten it.

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CLEANING
Turn instrument off and disconnect test leads. Clean the instrument by
using a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
STORAGE
Remove the batteries when instrument is not in use for a prolonged period
of time. Do not expose to high temperatures or humidity. After a period
of storage in extreme conditions exceeding the limits mentioned in the
Specifications section, allow the instrument to return to normal operating
conditions before using it.
DISPOSAL /RECYCLE
Do not place equipment and its accessories in the trash. Items
must be properly disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
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