Socket & See DCF200 Instruction Manual

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DCF200
Dead Circuit Finder
Instruction Manual & Specification
SS0018V2
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  • Page 1 DCF200 Dead Circuit Finder Instruction Manual & Specification SS0018V2...
  • Page 2: Equipment Markings

    Socket & See may result in serious injury or damage to equipment. Although the DCF200 is easy to use it does require the user to have sufficient knowledge of electrical supplies to be able to identify the difference between LIVE (energised) and DEAD (un energised) cabling.
  • Page 3 SS0018V2 2.1 Features Receiver ● Simple single button operation ● Auto adjustment ● Can detect up to a meter from the cable ● Audio and visual (bar graph) indication ● Auto power off to preserve battery life Transmitter ● Battery Powered (no mains voltage required) ●...
  • Page 4: Principles Of Operation

    SS0018V2 3. Usage 3.1 Battery Installation and Status Both the transmitter and receiver must be fitted with an MN1604 or equivalent 9V battery before use (not supplied). Transmitter: To gain access to the battery compartment remove the four screws that secure the back of the transmitter case.
  • Page 5 SS0018V2 Earth of a 13A socket. If you are using it in a location where a socket is not available the crocodile clip can be used to connect the green lead to an earthy’ point, such as bonded metal work or even a nail in a plaster wall. 3.3 Sensitivity and Reset Function In use the receiver will automatically adjust its sensitivity to the maximum strength of signal received since it was last reset.
  • Page 6 If you are familiar with live circuit fuse finders the principles are similar but it is worth experimenting with the position of the DCF200 receiver sensor tip relative to the breaker as it is different to live circuit fuse finding.
  • Page 7 SS0018V2 3.8 Functions Transmitter Functions Power on button: Short press to turn the unit on. Long press to turn the unit off. When connecting the transmitter to a conductor check the colour of the ‘POWER ON’ LED. GREEN: Everything is good RED: Hazard.
  • Page 8: Maintenance And Service

    SS0018V2 4. Maintenance and Service If required, clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Take care not to allow water into the unit. Access to the protective fuse is gained through the battery compartment. Contact Socket and See for parts and technical assistance.
  • Page 9: Specification

    SS0018V2 Specification Operating Voltage 9V DC Protected against accidental mains Overvoltage Category connection up to 440 V Transmitter 9V 6F22 Battery Power supply Receiver 9V 6F22 Battery Weight 950g Dimensions 260H x 230W x 70D (mm)
  • Page 10: Ordering Information

    SS0018V2 Ordering Information Item Supplier Code Easy Fuse Finder SOC/FFCB100UKA Easy Fuse Finder (Inc additional 2-way SOC/FFCB200UKA lead set) Dual Voltage Fuse Finder Kit SOC/FFCB1140UK Dead Circuit Finder DCF200 Combined fuse and dead circuit SOC/FFCDCFKIT finder kit (FFC200/DCF200)

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