Sperry instruments VT611 Operating Instructions

these operating instructions before
using the instrument.
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WARNING: Keep the manual
at hand to enable quick reference
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
whenever necessary.
MODEL: VT611 • The instrument is to be used only in
its intended applications.
VOLTAGE TESTER
• Understand and follow all the
1.0 METER FUNCTIONS
safety instructions contained in
1 the manual.
• It is essential that the above
instructions are adhered to.
• Failure to follow the above
2 instructions may cause injury,
instrument damage, and/or
damage to equipment under test.
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DANGER: is reserved for
conditions and actions that can
cause serious or fatal injury.
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CAUTION: is reserved
for conditions and actions that
3
can cause injury or instrument
damage.
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DANGER: Never take
FIG 1 measurement on a circuit in
which voltage over AC 600 V
exists.
1. DC Polarity Indicators
2. AC/DC Voltage Scale
• Do not attempt to take
3. Probe Holders and Storage measurements in the presence of
flammable gasses. Otherwise, the
2.0 READ FIRST:
use of the instrument may cause
IMPORTANT SAFETY
sparking, which can lead to an
INFORMATION
explosion.
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Read this operators manual
• This tester is designed for
thoroughly before using this meter.
intermittent duty only (On 15
This manual is intended to provide
seconds, Off 240 seconds). It
basic information regarding this
should only take several seconds
meter and to describe common
to note a voltage indication. If the
test procedures which can be
reading is maintained longer than
made with this unit. Many types
15 seconds, damage to the unit
of appliance, machinery, and other
may occur.
electrical circuit measurements are
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WARNING: Never attempt to
not addressed in this manual and
use the instrument if its surface or
should be handled by experienced
your hand is wet.
service technicians.
• Do not exceed the maximum
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Use extreme caution when
allowable input of any measuring
using this meter. Improper use
range.
of this meter can result in severe
• The instrument is to be used
damage to property, severe
only in its intended applications
personal injury, or death. Follow
or conditions. Otherwise, safety
all instructions and suggestions
functions equipped with the
in this operators manual as well
instrument don't work, and
as observing normal electrical
instrument damage or serious
safety precautions. Do not use
personal injury may be caused.
this meter if you are unfamiliar
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with electrical circuits and proper WARNING: Never attempt
test procedures. to take measurements if any
abnormal conditions such as
SAFETY WARNINGS
broken case or exposed metal
This instrument has been
parts are found on the instrument.
designed, manufactured, and
• Do not install substitute parts
tested according to IEC61010:
or make any modification to the
Safety requirements for Electronic
instrument. For repair or
Measuring apparatus, and
re-calibration, return the
delivered in the best condition
instrument to your local
after passing inspection. This
distributor from where it was
instruction manual contains
purchased.
warnings and safety rules which
• Verify proper operation on a
must be observed by the user
known source before use or
to ensure safe operation of the
taking action as a result of the
instrument and retain it in safe
indication of the instrument.
condition. Therefore, read through
VT611manual.indd 1
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CAUTION: Use appropriate Two Hand
personal protective equipment such
Dos manos
as insulating gloves, insulating
boots, and safety glasses.
• Do not expose the instrument to
the direct sun, high temperature
and humidity, or dewfall.
• Using the meter in areas with
high magnetic fields can result in
inaccurate readings.
• Altitude 2000m or less.
Appropriate operating
temperature is within 32 °F –
104 °F (0 °C – 40 °C).
• This instrument is not dust and
water resistent. Keep away from
dust and water.
• Cleaning: Use a cloth dipped in
water or neutral detergent for
cleaning the instrument.
4.1 Measuring DC
Do not use abrasives or solvents,
Voltage Levels
otherwise instrument may get
Measure the voltage by touching
damaged, deformed, or discolored.
the test lead tips to the circuit
where the value of voltage is
3.0 SPECIFICATIONS
needed. If the yellow test lead is on
DC Voltage: 120 - 600 Volts
the positive contact, the +VDC light
AC Voltage: 120 - 600 Volts
will illuminate. If the yellow test
AC Voltage Frequency:
lead is on the negative contact, the
50 - 60 Hz
-VDC light will illuminate. FIG 5.
Intermittent Duty Only!
Read the voltage level from the DC
On 15 seconds, Off 240 seconds
voltage scale.
Operation Environment:
32 °F – 104 °F (0 °C – 40 °C),
80% RH Max.
50% RH above 31 °C
Altitude up to 2000 meters.
Indoor use.
Storage Temperature:
14 °F – 140 °F (-10 °C – 60 °C)
CAT III 600V
4.0 OPERATION
This meter is designed with probe
holders to allow for maximum
versatility and single hand testing.
Refer to the drawings in FIG 2
and FIG 3 for common setups.
When using the test leads, the tester
will automatically activate when
connected to AC or DC voltage. The
tester will automatically select the
proper function.
4.2 Measuring AC
Voltage Levels
For testing
Measure the voltage by touching
probes slide
the test lead tips to the circuit
down from top
where the value of voltage is
needed. Both polarity indicators will
Para probar las
illuminate to indicate AC Voltage.
sondas deslice
FIG 6. Read the level from the AC
hacia abajo
voltage scale. The polarity of the
desde arriba
leads does not matter for AC voltage
measurements.
Limited Lifetime Warranty limited
solely to repair or replacement; no
warranty of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose. Product is
warrantied to be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for the
normal life of the product. In no event
FIG 2
shall Sperry Instruments be liable for
incidental or consequential damage.
Single Hand
Una sola mano
FIG 3
INSTRUCTIONS DE
FONCTIONNEMENT
MODÉLE: VT611
PROBADOR de VOLTAJE
1.0 FUNCIONES DEL
MEDIDOR
FIG 1
1. Indicadores de polaridad de CC
2. Escala de voltaje de CA/CC
3. Portasondas y almacenamiento
2.0 LEER PRIMERO:
INFORMACIÓN
IMPORTANTE DE
SEGURIDAD
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Lea este manual del operador
totalmente antes de usar este
medidor. Este manual está
destinado a brindar información
básica referente a este medidor y a
FIG 5 describir procedimientos comunes
de prueba que pueden realizarse
con esta unidad. Muchos tipos de
mediciones de circuitos eléctricos,
artefactos y maquinarias no se
describen en este manual y deben
realizarlas los técnicos de servicio
experimentados.
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ADVERTENCIA Tenga
sumo cuidado al utilizar este
medidor. El uso indebido de este
medidor puede producir graves
daños materiales, además de
lesiones físicas serias o fatales.
Siga todas las instrucciones y
sugerencias en este manual
del operador y observe también
las precauciones de seguridad
normales con la electricidad.
No use este medidor si no está
familiarizado con los circuitos
eléctricos y los procedimientos
correctos de prueba.
ADVERTENCIAS DE
SEGURIDAD
Este instrumento ha sido
diseñado, fabricado y probado
conforme a IEC61010: Requisitos
de seguridad para aparatos
electrónicos de medición, y se
entrega en el mejor estado después
de pasar la inspección. Este
manual de instrucciones contiene
advertencias y reglas de seguridad
que el usuario debe observar
para garantizar el funcionamiento
seguro del instrumento y
mantener su estado sin presentar
peligro. Por lo tanto, lea estas
instrucciones operativas antes de
usar el instrumento.
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ADVERTENCIA Conserve
a mano el manual para poder
usarlo a modo de referencia rápida
siempre que sea necesario.
• El instrumento debe usarse
solamente en las aplicaciones
contempladas.
• Entienda y siga todas las
FIG 6
instrucciones de seguridad
contenidas en el manual.
• Es esencial que se respeten las
instrucciones anteriores.
• Si no se siguen las instrucciones
anteriores puede causar lesiones,
daño al instrumento y/o daño al
equipo a prueba.
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PELIGRO se reserva para
condiciones y acciones que
pueden causar lesiones serias
o fatales.
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PRECAUCION se reserva
para condiciones y acciones que
pueden causar lesiones o daño al
instrumento.
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PELIGRO Nunca tome
medidas en un circuito donde
exista voltaje sobre 600V
de CA.
• No intente tomar medidas en la
presencia de gases inflamables. De
lo contrario, el uso del instrumento
puede causar chispas, lo cual puede
ocasionar una explosión.
• Este probador está diseñado
sólo para servicio intermitente
(encendido 15 segundos, apagado
240 segundos). Debe tardar
sólo unos segundos anotar una
indicación de voltaje. Si se mantiene
la lectura más de 15 segundos,
puede dañarse la unidad.
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ADVERTENCIA Nunca
intente usar el instrumento si está
mojada la superficie o la mano.
• No supere la entrada máxima
permisible de cualquier rango de
medición.
• El instrumento debe usarse
solamente en las aplicaciones
o condiciones contempladas.
De lo contrario, las funciones de
seguridad con las cuales se ha
equipado el instrumento quedan
inoperantes, y puede causarse
daño al instrumento o lesiones
físicas serias.
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