LiveWare Arc Chaser LW-AC120 User manual

USER MANUAL
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Arc ChaserTM
The 21st Century Dual Mode TDR for Testing and
Monitoring Energized and Unenergized Cables
LW-AC120
LW-AC120AV
TM
Revison 08/19/13

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User Manual
Table of Contents
Touch-Screen Dual Mode Cable Testing for
Arc Faults, Shorts, and Opens
About the Arc Chaser..................................................................................3
Features & Benets.................................................................................4
Kit Contents .............................................................................................5
Optional Accessories...............................................................................5
Safety Information...................................................................................6
Arc Chaser Description............................................................................7
General Operations..................................................................................9
On/Off..........................................................................................5
Automatic Power Down............................................................................9
System Settings........................................................................................10
First System Settings Screen .................................................................10
Second System Settings Screen.............................................................11
Third System Settings Screen................................................................12
Fourth System Settings Screen..............................................................13
Fifth System Settings Screen.................................................................15
Fault Location Mode.................................................................................16
Types of Faults........................................................................................16
Test Setup...............................................................................................17
Fault Location Options............................................................................18
Fault Location Testing.............................................................................19
Saving test as a PDF................................................................................19
Live/Intermittent Fault Detection (Live IFD) Mode...................................20
Test Setup...............................................................................................20
Live IFD Options......................................................................................22
Live IFD Testing.......................................................................................23
Saving test as a PDF...............................................................................24
Saving test as a CSV................................................................................24
Tone............................................................................................25
File Manager.............................................................................................25
Saving Results to Your Computer...............................................................26
Maintenance.............................................................................................27
Batteries...........................................................................................27
Cleaning..............................................................................................27
Storage........................................................................................27
Customer Service......................................................................................28
Specications......................................................................................29
Patents/Intellectual Property....................................................................30
Warranty Information...............................................................................31
Contact Us.................................................................................................32
Arc ChaserTM

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ABOUT THE ARC CHASER
The Arc Chaser’s patented Spread Spectrum Time Domain Reectometry
(SSTDR) technology is a revolutionary way to locate a fault on cables.
It can test energized or unenergized cables, in real time, for shorts and
opens and determines the fault location and length. The Arc Chaser can
conduct a Fault Location (static) test or Live IFD Intermittent Fault Location
(dynamic) tests, monitoring for intermittent faults (shorts, open, arcs).
Feature Function
Works on both energized
and unenergized cables
Discover cable events which can
only be shown under load
Monitors cable for intermittent faults Records intermittent faults such
as those caused by vibration or
exing of the cable
Shows results in graphical or text
format
Clear and simple view of faults
Saves reports, transferrable to PCs for
storage and printing
Maintain test result history in
PDF or CSV
Cable fault nding Easily verify quality of entire cable
length
Tone generation Signal tracing of cables
Cable test setup Walks users through cable test
setup
No calibration needed No metrology calibration required
English or metric measurements International applications
600V Category II Designed to meet international
requirements for working on energized cables
Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery pack 8–10 hours of battery power
Sleep Mode Extends battery life

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Arc Chaser has a combination of soft keys and touch screen icons for easy
navigation across screens. It is designed with both an SD card and USB
connection to save results on your computer.
Physical Features Benets
Color touch-screen display Easy to navigate in all lighting
environments
Compact form factor Usable in tight spaces and
weighs less than 2 lbs
3rd generation rechargeable Lithium-
ion batteries
8–10 hours of continuous use
Bench-top, handheld, or hung up Easy to use for eld ight line and
production work
Modular connector interface Banana style connector and
modular
Waterproof/shock resistant transport
case
Keeps equipment protected in
harsh conditions
SD card and USB connection for data
le transfer of cable tests
Easy-to-maintain report les, save
for later viewing
Upgradeable rmware Stay up-to-date with cable
settings, features, and enhanced
software upgrades
Features & Benets

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Arc Chaser
The Arc Chaser is available in two kits that will cover all your needs.
LW-AC120AV includes multi-pin adapters.
Part Number Description
LW-AC120
▪Arc Chaser main unit
▪LiveWire leader cable 5ft 600V CAT III
▪Flanged Crocodile Clips: red and black 600V
CAT III UL/CSA
▪Dual banana to BNC female
▪Adapter: BNC male to F female
▪Power Supply
▪SD card
▪Micro USB cable
▪Caribiner Strap
▪Protective Arc Chaser case (Serpac)
LW-AC120AV
▪Arc Chaser main unit
▪LiveWire leader cable 5ft 600V CAT III
▪Multi-pin adapters
▪Flanged Crocodile Clips: red and black 600V
CAT III UL/CSA
▪Dual banana to BNC female
▪Adapter: BNC male to F female
▪Power Supply
▪SD card
▪Micro USB cable
▪Caribiner Strap
▪Protective Arc Chaser case (Pelican)
Optional Accessories
Part Number Description
LW-AD006 Multi-pin Adapters 1000V Cat III
LW-CA009 Cable Assembly, Power cord to 3 banana plugs 300V

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Safety Information
To ensure safe operations of the Arc Chaser, follow instructions carefully
and observe warning and caution messages in this manual. Failure to
observe warnings can result in severe injury or death and can damage
the equipment.
Noti cation De nition
Warning/caution: potential for personal injury or damage
to equipment
Voltage! Warning: hazards could cause harm or death
Conformité Européenne. Conforms to European Economic
Area directives.
Disposal information
▪Do not use the Arc Chaser or Arc Chaser accessories if they appear
damaged or if the Arc Chaser is not working properly.
▪Do not use with voltages higher than the Arc Chaser’s rated voltage
(600V).
▪Use with caution with voltages greater than 30 V AC RMS, 42 V AC
peak, or 60 V DC.
▪Do not use around explosive or  ammable gas.
▪Use only test leads approved by a safety agency and that have at
least the same voltage and category as the Arc Chaser.
▪Before opening the battery door, remove leader cables or BNC to dual
banana connector.
▪Always wear personal protective equipment when working with the
Arc Chaser.
▪Use caution when handling the probes and cable connections on the
Power Prowler when the Voltage! icon is present.

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Arc Chaser Description
Arc Chaser
Module
Banana Jacks
Removable
SD Card
Micro
USB
Port
Power Cable Port
Touch Screen
QVGA Display
Easy to navigate in all
lighting environments.

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Arc Chaser Description
Power
Tone
USB Mode
Fault Location Test
Battery life indicator
System Settings
Live IFD
(Intermittent Fault Detection)
Test
File Manager
Test/Enter
Settings
Home page
Back
Soft keys for operation shown in display
NOTE: Soft keys may have different functions depending on the
screen displayed.

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General Operations
On/Off
▪Turn Arc Chaser on by pressing the red Power button.
▪Press the red power button to put the Arc Chaser in sleep mode.
▪Press and hold the red power button until the screen turns off and
release.
Automatic Power Down
▪The Arc Chaser automatically enters sleep mode to conserve battery
power if no input or activity is performed on the device. See System
Settings to adjust the length of time before the automatic power
down occurs.

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The Arc Chaser Setup consists of ve screens to congure the unit to the
user’s preference. Use the settings button to navigate through the
settings screens.
System Settings
First System Settings Screen
▪Turn the Arc Chaser on by pressing the red Power button.
▪Select System Settings on the home screen .
▪Length settings:
▪Under Display Units, select either Feet or Meters.
▪Under Leader Setting, select either Leader Cable or
No Leader.
▪Leader should be selected unless the dual banana to BNC (F)
is used.
▪LCD screen brightness:
▪To the right of Brightness, select Set.
▪Enter a number between 5 and 100 then select OK. To cancel,
press the Back button .
▪To continue, select More Settings by pressing the Settings button .