Trotec BE15 User manual

TRT-BA-BE15-TC220421TTRT01-002-EN
BE15
EN
OPERATING MANUAL
VOLTAGE DETECTOR

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Table of contents
Notes regarding the operating manual.................................2
Safety .....................................................................................2
Information about the device................................................4
Transport and storage...........................................................4
Operation ...............................................................................4
Maintenance and repair ........................................................6
Disposal .................................................................................6
Notes regarding the operating manual
Symbols
Warning of electrical voltage
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.
Warning
This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.
Caution
This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.
Note
This signal word indicates important information (e.g.
material damage), but does not indicate hazards.
Info
Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.
Follow the manual
Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
operating manual must be observed.
You can download the current version of the operating manual
and the EU declaration of conformity via the following link:
BE15
https://hub.trotec.com/?id=41857
Safety
Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use.
Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/ or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms or
areas and do not install it there.
• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.
• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.
• Do not open the device.
• Never charge batteries that cannot be recharged.
• Different types of batteries and new and used batteries
must not be used together.
• Insert the batteries into the battery compartment according
to the correct polarity.
• Remove discharged batteries from the device. Batteries
contain materials hazardous to the environment. Dispose
of the batteries according to the national regulations.
• Remove the batteries from the device if you will not be
using the device for a longer period of time.
• Never short-circuit the supply terminal in the battery
compartment!
• Do not swallow batteries! If a battery is swallowed, it can
cause severe internal burns within2hours! These burns
can lead to death!
• If you think batteries might have been swallowed or
otherwise entered the body, seek medical attention
immediately!
• Keep new and used batteries and an open battery
compartment away from children.
• Observe the storage and operating conditions (see
Technical data).
Intended use
Only use the device for detecting alternating voltages whilst
adhering to the technical data.
To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and
spare parts which have been approved by Trotec.

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Foreseeable misuse
The device is not suitable for the accurate measurement of
voltages. The device cannot detect direct current voltages.
Do not use the device in potentially explosive atmospheres,
when wet or very humid.
Unauthorized modifications of the device are forbidden.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• master the 5safety rules
– 1.De-energise
– 2.Secure against restart
– 3.Verify de-energised state (bipolar)
– 4.Earth and short-circuit
– 5.Cover neighbouring live parts
• use the voltage detector following safe working
procedures.
• be aware of the dangers that occur when working with
electric devices in damp areas.
• take measures to protect themselves from direct contact
with live parts.
• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
Residual risks
Warning of electrical voltage
Electric shock due to insufficient insulation! Check the
device for damages and proper functioning before each
use.
If you detect damages, do not use the device any
longer.
Do not use the device when either the device or your
hands are damp or wet!
Do not use the device when the battery compartment
or the housing is open.
Warning of electrical voltage
Electric shock due to contact with live parts! Do not
touch any live parts. Secure neighbouring live parts by
covering them or by switching them off.
Warning of electrical voltage
There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids
penetrating the housing!
Do not immerse the device and the accessories in
water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can
enter the housing.
Warning of electrical voltage
Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an authorised specialist company!
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Warning
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Warning
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Caution
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Note
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Note
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.
Note
Before commissioning, check the function of the
device at a known voltage source, e.g. on a known and
safe230V voltage source or on a known and safe
9Vbattery. Select the correct measuring range!

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Information about the device
Device description
The voltage detector detects alternating voltage (AC) and signals
it to the user via a flashing LED and an acoustic signal.
The device can be used for finding a cable break or determining
the presence of alternating voltage in fuses, wires and cables.
Additionally the measuring device is equipped with an
integrated LED torch.
Device depiction
1 2 3
5
6
7
4
No. Designation
1 Device power button/ sensitivity selection button
2 Clip
3 LED torch power button
4 LED torch
5 Battery compartment cover
6 Battery compartment
7 Measuring tip
Technical data
Parameter Value
Detection range 200 V AC to 1000 V AC
24 V AC to 1000 V AC
Overvoltage category CAT III 1000 V
CAT IV 600 V
Degree of pollution 2
Battery type 2 x 1.5 V batteries AAA (Micro)
Weight 48.5 g
Ambient conditions 0°C to 40°C with max. 80% RH
Storage conditions -10°C to 60°C with max. 80% RH
Scope of delivery
1xVoltage detector BE15
2 x 1.5 V battery AAA (Micro)
1 x Quick guide
Transport and storage
Note
If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.
Transport
For transporting the device, use the bag included in the scope of
delivery in order to protect the device from external influences.
Storage
When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:
• dry and protected from frost and heat
• protected from dust and direct sunlight
• with a cover to protect it from invasive dust if necessary
• the storage temperature complies with the values specified
in the Technical data
• Remove the batteries from the device.
Operation
Inserting the batteries
Note
Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the
device is switched off.
Insert the batteries contained in the scope of delivery
(2 x 1.5V AAA) before first use.
Please proceed as follows to insert the batteries into the device:
1. Press down the clip(2).
2. Pull the battery compartment cover(5) back.
3. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment(6) with
correct polarity.
4. Slide the battery compartment cover(5) back onto the
device and make sure that the clip(2) engages.

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Switching the device on
1. Switch the device on by pressing the device power
button(1).
ðA brief acoustic signal is emitted, and the measuring
tip(7) lights up green.
Info
After switch-on, the device's measurement sensitivity
is always set to 200V to 1000V. In order to detect
lower ACvoltages, you have to select sensitivity level2
before starting the measurement.
Setting the measurement sensitivity
The device BE15 has two sensitivity levels.
Sensitivity level ACvoltage
measuring range
LED colour
measuring tip
1 200 V to 1000 V green
2 24 V to 1000 V orange
Please proceed as follows to change the sensitivity level:
1. Switch the device on.
ðAfter switch-on, the device's measurement sensitivity is
set to 200V to 1000V.
2. Briefly press the sensitivity selection button(1) once.
ðThe measuring tip lights up orange, and sensitivity
level2 is set.
ðThe device's measurement sensitivity is now set to 24V
to 1000V.
24 V – 1000 V 200 V – 1000 V
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Checking the device's functionality before measuring
Note
Before commissioning, check the function of the
device at a known voltage source, e.g. on a known and
safe230V voltage source or on a known and safe
9Vbattery. Select the correct measuring range!
üCharged batteries have been inserted into the device.
1. Switch the device on.
2. Hold the measuring tip (7) to a known source of voltage.
ðThe measuring tip (7) flashes red.
ðA repetitive acoustic signal is emitted.
ðYou can now use the device to detect ACvoltages.

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Detecting ACvoltage
üCharged batteries have been inserted into the device.
üThe device's functionality has been tested successfully.
1. Switch the device on.
2. Select the desired sensitivity level.
3. Hold the device near the ACvoltage source to be
measured.
ðIf there is an ACvoltage within the selected sensitivity
range present at the source, the measuring tip(7) will
flash and a repetitive acoustic signal will be emitted.
Switching on the torch
Please proceed as follows to use the torch:
üCharged batteries have been inserted into the device.
1. Press and hold the LED torch power button(3).
ðThe LED torch(4) will be illuminated for as long as the
LED torch power button(3) is pressed.
2. Let go of the LED torch power button(3) to switch off the
LED torch.
Maintenance and repair
Battery change
A battery change is required when the device can no longer be
switched on (see chapter Inserting the batteries).
Cleaning
Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Make
sure that no moisture enters the housing. Do not use any
sprays, solvents, alcohol-based cleaning agents or abrasive
cleaners, but only clean water to moisten the cloth.
Repair
Do not modify the device or install any spare parts. For repairs
or device testing, contact the manufacturer.
Disposal
Always dispose of packing materials in an environmentally
friendly manner and in accordance with the applicable local
disposal regulations.
The icon with the crossed-out waste bin on waste
electrical or electronic equipment stipulates that this equipment
must not be disposed of with the household waste at the end of
its life. You will find collection points for free return of waste
electrical and electronic equipment in your vicinity. The
addresses can be obtained from your municipality or local
administration. You can also find out about other return options
that apply for many EU countries on the website
https://hub.trotec.com/?id=45090. Otherwise, please contact an
official recycling centre for electronic and electrical equipment
authorised for your country.
The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic
equipment aims to enable the re-use, recycling and other forms
of recovery of waste equipment as well as to prevent negative
effects for the environment and human health caused by the
disposal of hazardous substances potentially contained in the
equipment.
In the European Union, batteries and accumulators must
not be treated as domestic waste, but must be disposed of
professionally in accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 6September2006
on batteries and accumulators. Please dispose of batteries and
accumulators according to the relevant legal requirements.
Only for United Kingdom
According to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Regulations 2013 (2013/3113) and the Waste Batteries and
Accumulators Regulations 2009 (2009/890), devices that are no
longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in
an environmentally friendly manner.

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