How To Use It - Textron HDE TAG-5000 Operating Instructions Manual

• Always use a hotstick with length appropriate for the voltage being measured per your
company and OSHA published requirements.
• Do not touch the TAG-5000 during measurements. The TAG-5000 housing should be
considered to be at the same voltage as the conductor under test.
• Prior to using, inspect the instrument for cleanliness, any physical damage and
check for proper working order by pressing and holding the All-Check™ buttons on
each unit. Do not proceed if the units are not operating properly.
• Never allow another high voltage or grounded conductor to contact the instrument
during use. Keep the TAG-5000 housing free and clear of all structures at all times.
• If the TAG-5000 does not indicate the presence of voltage it does not mean that the
line is dead or grounded. The TAG-5000 may not indicate voltages below the minimum
voltage on the device label. Always use proper grounding procedures.
• The TAG-5000 units are direct contact devices. The metal portion of the TAG-5000
probe must contact the metal conductor to be tested. Voltage and phasing indication
on insulated conductors such as tree wire or spacer wire will be unreliable.
• The TAG-5000 is sensitive to geometry. Read and understand this entire manual
before using the TAG-5000.
• The TAG-5000 is for three phase 50Hz and 60Hz systems.
It does not work on other poly-phase systems.
Do not use the TAG-5000 to phase or synchronize

HOW TO USE IT

Testing
Install the probes on both the transmitter
and receiver. For overhead applications
the hook probe is generally placed on the
transmitter while the Y probe is placed on
the receiver. Test the units by holding one
in each hand and pressing and holding the
All-Check button on each unit. The transmitter
will begin a series of beeps and flashing lights
lasting about 5 seconds. The receiver will emit
a single short beep. When the transmitter
stops beeping, it will start transmitting a radio
signal to the receiver and the receiver will
respond with a series of beeps and flashing
lights indicating proper reception of the
signal from the transmitter.
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