Tempo Fitness 521E User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
521E™
Wire and Valve Locator
Read and understand all the instructions for use
and safety information before you use this tool.
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Table of contents:
Description.................................................................................................................. 2
Purpose of this Manual......................................................................................... 2
Warranty ......................................................................................................... 2
Safety .......................................................................................................................... 3
Important Safety Information ...................................................................... 3
Contact Details ......................................................................................................... 4
Part Identication ................................................................................................... 5
Setup ............................................................................................................................ 6
Operation .................................................................................................................... 7
Locating a Wire Path ........................................................................................ 7
Finding Wire Breaks and Nicks in Insulation (ground leakage)...... 7
Determining the Depth of a Wire ................................................................ 8
Two-Step Solenoid Valve Locating Process ............................................ 9
Digitally Addressable (Two-Wire) Systems............................................. 9
Specications ........................................................................................................... 11
Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 11
Battery Replacement ....................................................................................... 11
Cleaning ................................................................................................................. 11
Description
Tempo Communications Inc. has designed the 521E “Wire and Valve Locators” to aid irrigation
technicians and troubleshooting experts in diagnosing trouble with electronic irrigation control cables.
The uses for this tool include fault identication, fault location, cable location and valve location. 521E
may be used for other similar applications but be aware of potential hazards.
Purpose of this Manual
The purpose of this manual is to familiarize you with the safe operation and maintenance procedures
for the 521E Wire and Valve Locator.
Keep this manual available to all personnel. The latest manuals are always available for download from
our website. We aim to keep this manual up to date with product changes.
Warranty
Tempo Communications Inc. warrants to the original purchaser of these goods for use that these products will
be free from defects in workmanship and material for one year. This warranty is subject to the same terms and
conditions contained in Tempo Communications Inc.’s standard one-year limited warranty.
For all Test Instrument repairs, contact Customer Service at [phone] and request a Return
Authorization. Or complete the form at: www.tempocom.com/returns.
For items not covered under warranty (such as items abused, dropped, soaked, etc.), a repair cost quote is
available upon request.
Note: Prior to returning any test instrument, please check batteries are charged and follow any instructions
given by Tempo’s customer support.
All specications are nominal and may change as design improvements and software updates occur. Tempo Communications Inc.
shall not be liable for damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
CableScout and TestWizard are trademarks of Tempo Communications Inc.
Do not discard this product or throw away!
For recycling information, go to www.TempoCom.com.
KEEP THIS MANUAL

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Safety
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of Tempo tools and equipment. This
manual and any markings and indications on the tool including warnings, supply
information for avoiding hazards and unsafe practices related to the use of this tool.
Observe all the safety information provided.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This symbol is used to call your attention to hazards or unsafe practices which
could result in an injury or property damage. The signal word, dened below,
indicates the severity of the hazard. The message after the signal word provides
information for preventing or avoiding the hazard.
Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL result in severe injury or death.
Hazards which, if not avoided, COULD result in severe injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided, MAY result in injury or property
damage.
Read and understand this material before operating or servicing
this equipment. Failure to understand how to safely operate this
tool could result in an accident causing serious injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
Contact with live circuits could result in severe injury
or death.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Electric shock hazard:
• Intended for tracing disconnected circuits. At higher output levels, tracing
signal, if applied across electronic devices, may cause permanent damage.
• Do not touch the exposed end of the test leads or cable being traced unless the
transmitter is o.
• Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
• Use this unit for the manufacturer’s intended purpose only, as described in this
manual. Any other use can impair the protection provided by the unit.
• Use test leads or accessories that are appropriate for the application. Refer to
the category and voltage rating of the test lead or accessory.
• Inspect the test leads or accessory before use. They must be clean and dry, and
the insulation must be in good condition.
• Before opening the battery cover, remove the test leads from the circuit and
shut o the unit.
Fire / Explosion hazard:
Do not use this tool in an explosive atmosphere or connected
to wires entering an area with explosive atmosphere. Failure
to heed this warning could result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
• Do not connect the transmitter to any active circuits.
• Avoid listening to the receiver through the headset at high
volume levels for more than a few seconds at a time. Use
only the Tempo recommended headset.
Servicing:
• There are no user serviceable parts within 521E, do not
disassemble.
• High voltages can be present inside the transmitter.
• Contact Tempo’s Support Team (details below)
Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury and
can damage the instrument or connected equipment.
RECEIVER DISPLAY

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Part Identication
Display Indicators
1. Headset
2. Ground stake
3. Transmitter
4. Receiver
5. Carrying case
6. Black lead
7. Red lead
8. Output level buttons
9. ON/OFF switch
10. Battery cover
11. 45 degree angle detector
12. Null
13. Low Battery Warning*
14. Output Level
RECEIVER DISPLAY
11.
12. 13.
1.
3.
10.9. 5.
6.
7.
4.
2.
8.
TRANSMITTER DISPLAY
14.
*When transmitter battery is low
receiver tone cadence will change until
battery is replaced.