Klein Tools NCVT-3P User manual

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1. NCV Power On/Off Button
2. Flashlight Power On/Off Button
3. Power On/Mode LEDs
4. Voltage Detection LEDs (Inside Tip)
5. Non-Contact Tip
6. Flashlight
7. Pocket Clip
8. O-ring Seal
9. Battery Cap
10. 2x AAA Batteries (Included)
NOTE: There are no user-serviceable parts inside tester.
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DURABILITY
Ingress Protection IP67
Drop Protection 6.6 ft.
(2 m)
Safety Rating CAT IV
1000V
SYMBOLS ON TESTER /
Warning – Risk of electric shock / Advertencia: riesgo de choque eléctrico / Avertissement – Risque d'électrocution
Risk of danger. Important information: It is important that users of this tester read, understand, and follow all warnings, cautions,
safety information, and instructions in this manual before operating or servicing this tester. Failure to follow instructions could result
in death or serious injury.
Double insulated / Doble aislamiento / Double isolation
Read instructions / Lea las instrucciones / Lire les instructions
Conformité Européenne
Conforms with European Economic Area directives.
This product has been independently tested by Intertek and meets applicable published standards.
CAT
IV
For measurements performed at the source of low-voltage installation and outside lines.
NCVT-3P
INSTRUCTIONS – dual-range Non-Contact Voltage Tester with Flashlight (English: page 2)
• Detects AC voltage from 12 to 1000V with visual & audible indicators
• Flashlight may be used independently of the NCVT
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WARNINGS
To ensure safe operation and service of the tester, follow these
instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can result in severe
injury or death.
• Risk of electric shock and burn. Contact with live circuits could result in death or
serious injury.
• Use caution with voltages above 25V AC as a shock hazard may exist.
•A blinking LED or a steadily illuminated LED in the tip and audible beeps indicate
presence of voltage. If no indication, voltage could still be present.
• Before and after each use, verify operation by testing a known working circuit that is
within the rating of this unit.
• Never assume neutral or ground wires are de-energized. Neutrals in multi-wire branch
circuits may be energized when disconnected and must be retested before handling.
•The tester WILL NOT detect voltage if:
• The wire is shielded.
• The operator is not grounded or is otherwise isolated from an effective earth ground.
• The voltage is DC.
•The tester MAY NOT detect voltage if:
• The user is not holding the tester.
• The user is insulated from the tester with a glove or other materials.
• The wire is partially buried or in a grounded metal conduit.
• The tester is at a distance from the voltage source.
•The field created by the voltage source is being blocked, dampened, or otherwise
interfered with.
• The frequency of the voltage is not a perfect sine wave between 50 and 500Hz.
• The tester is outside of operating conditions (listed in Specifications section).
• Operation may be affected by differences in socket design and insulation thickness
and type.
•In bright light conditions, the LED visual indicators will be less visible.
• When powered-ON, one of the “power-ON” LED’s will be illuminated, and a green light
will illuminate the tip.
DO NOT USE TESTER UNLESS ONE OF THE “POWER-ON” LEDs
IS ILLUMINATED.
• Do not use if tester appears damaged or is not operating properly. If in doubt, replace
the tester.
• Do not apply more than the rated voltage as marked on the tester (1000V).
• Do not apply to uninsulated hazardous live conductors.
• Detection above 70V AC in Mode 1, or above 12V AC in Mode 2 is specified under
"normal" conditions as detailed below. The tester may detect at a different threshold at
different conditions, or may not detect at all unless:
• The tip of the tester is within 0.25" (6 mm) of an AC voltage source radiating unimpeded.
• The user is holding the body of the tester with his or her bare hand.
• The user is standing on or connected to earth ground.
• The air humidity is nominal (50% relative humidity – non-condensing).
• The tester is held still.
•Always wear approved eye protection.
• Comply with local and national safety requirements.
• If this product is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, protection
provided by the product may be affected.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SELECTING VOLTAGE TESTING MODE
NCVT-3P can detect voltage in two distinct modes, defined by the
voltage ranges to which the tester is sensitive. Mode 1 detects 70 to
1000V AC, Mode 2 detects 12 to 1000V AC. With the tester powered-
ON, successive presses of the NCV Power-ON button
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will switch
the tester between modes 1 and 2. The Power-ON indicator LED’s
3
will indicate the currently active mode. The tester will power-ON in the
mode that was most recently used.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CHECKING FOR THE PRESENCE OF AC VOLTAGE
1. Press NCV Power On/Off button. After performing a self-test, a
green light will illuminate the tip when no voltage is detected.
2. Prior to use, test on a known live circuit to verify tester
functionality.
3. Place tip of the tester
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near AC voltage. If voltage is present,
the unit will emit audible beeps and the LEDs in the tip
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will
illuminate:
Mode Power-On
LED Color 12 to 70V AC >70 to 1000V AC
Mode 1
70 – 1000V
Range
Red No illumination, no
sound Red LED in tip
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illuminated, continuous
audible beep
Mode 2
12 – 1000V
Range
Blue
Blue LED in tip
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blinking, pulsing
audible beep
Red LED in tip
4
illuminated, continuous
audible beep
NOTE: In Mode 2, the tester is more sensitive to high voltage sources
and electrically noisy environments. It is recommended to set the
tester to operate in Mode 1 when expected voltages are above 70V AC.
SILENT OPERATION
To activate silent operation, power-ON by pressing and holding the
NCV Power-ON button
1
for more than 2 seconds. Power-ON in this
manner each time silent operation is desired.
CLEANING
Be sure tester is turned off and wipe with a clean, dry lint-free
cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
STORAGE
Remove the batteries when 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 General Specifications section, allow the tester to
return to normal operating conditions before using.
DISPOSAL /RECYCLE
Do not place equipment and its accessories in the trash.
Items must be properly disposed of in accordance with local
regulations. Please see www.epa.gov or www.erecycle.org
for additional information.
MAINTENANCE
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the battery is low, the unit will power-on with a blinking red
LED
3
; at this point the NCVT-3P will disable the flashlight
functionality to conserve battery function for voltage detection.
1. Unscrew the battery cap
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and remove/recycle spent batteries.
2. Install two new AAA batteries. Note proper polarity.
3. Screw battery cap tightly to ensure a tight seal with the O-Ring
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FUNCTION BUTTONS
NCV POWER ON/OFF BUTTON
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To activate the Non-Contact Voltage Testing feature, press and
release the NCV Power button
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. All LEDs will illuminate during
self-test, then the tester will emit a single beep, one of the Power
ON LEDs
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will illuminate
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indicating which NCVT mode is
active (see OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS), and a green light will
illuminate in the tip
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. To power-OFF the tester, press and hold the
NCV Power button
1
. The tester will emit a double beep.
NOTE: The tester will automatically power-OFF following 4 minutes
of inactivity to conserve battery life.
FLASHLIGHT ON/OFF BUTTON
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Press the Flashlight Power Button
2
to turn on the flashlight.
Press again to turn off the flashlight.
NOTE: The flashlight will automatically power-off after 20 minutes
to conserve battery life
CAUTION
• DO NOT attempt to repair this tester. It contains no serviceable parts.
• DO NOT expose tester to extremes in temperature or high humidity.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
The Klein Tools NCVT-3P is a dual-range non-contact voltage tester
(NCVT) with flashlight. It can detect voltage from 70 to 1000V AC
(Mode 1), or from 12 to 1000V AC (Mode 2) for low voltage and
higher sensitivity.
•Environment: Indoor or outdoor
•Measurement Range: Mode 1: 70 to 1000V AC
Mode 2: 12 to 1000V AC
•Frequency Range: 50 to 500 Hz
•Batteries: 2x AAA 1.5V Alkaline
•Operating and Storage Altitude: Up to 6562 ft. (2000 m)
•Operating and Storage Temp: 14°to 122°F (-10°to 50°C)
•Relative Humidity: <95% non-condensing
•Dimensions: 6.0" x 0.96" x 1.16" (152 x 24 x 29 mm)
•Weight: 2.5 oz. (72 g) including batteries
•Pollution degree: 2
•Safety Rating: CAT IV 1000V AC
•Drop Protection: 6.6 ft. (2 m)
•Ingress Protection: IP67
•Standards: EN61010-1:2010, EN61010-2-030:2010,
EN61326-1:2013, EN61326-2-2:2013.
Conforms to UL STD. 61010-1, 61010-2-030
Certied to CSA STD. C22.2 No. 61010-1, 61010-2-030.
Specifications subject to change.
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