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- Page 1 AT-6000 Advanced Wire Tracer AT-6020 AT-6030 User Manual 8/2017, 6009478 Rev B ©2017 Amprobe Test Tools. All rights reserved. Printed in China. 1.800.544.2843 www.calcert.com sales@calcert.com...
- Page 2 Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase unless local laws require otherwise. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
AT-6000 Series CONTENTS 1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES ............. 2. KIT COMPONENTS ....................2.1 AT-6000-R Receiver ......................5 2.2 AT-6000-T Transmitter ....................7 2.3 CT-400 Signal Clamp (AT-6030 Kit) ................10 3. MAIN APPLICATIONS .................... 3.1 Tracing Energized and De-energized Wires ..............12 3.2 Identifying Breakers and Fuses (Energized and De-energized) ........15 3.3 Non-contact Voltage Mode (NCV) and Passive Tracing ..........17... -
Page 4: Precautions And Safety Measures
• If the Transmitter or Receiver will not be used for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent leakage in the instruments. • Use Amprobe approved cables and accessories only. Safety precautions • In many instances, dangerous levels of voltage and/or current may be present. Therefore, it is important to avoid direct contact with any uninsulated current carrying surfaces. - Page 5 1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES Safety information The product complies with: • UL/IEC/EN 61010-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, Pollution Degree 2, Measurement CAT III 600 V MAX • IEC/EN 61010-2-033 • IEC/EN 61010-2-032 • IEC/EN 61010-031 (test leads) • EMC IEC/EN 61326-1 Measurement Category III (CAT III) is applicable to test and measure circuits connected to the distribution part of the building’s low-voltage MAINS installation.
- Page 6 CAT III 600 V or better. • Do not use the HOT STICK (TIC 410A) to operate the AT-6000-R Receiver at voltages above 600 V. • Remove the batteries if the Meter is not used for an extended period of time, or if stored in temperatures above 122 °F (50 °C).
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Page 7: Kit Components
TL-7000-25M TEST LEAD (25 m long) HOT STICK (TIC 410A) 2.1 AT-6000-R Receiver The AT-6000-R Receiver detects the signal in wires and cables using the following methods: Active (using Transmitter) The AT-6000-T Transmitter generates a signal capable of tracing either Energized or De-energized wires. - Page 8 POWER BUTTON - NCV-contact detecion Turns unit On / Off (Non-contact voltage) BATTERY COMPARTMENT (Back side) HOT STICK ATTACHMENT POINT (Do not use for voltage higher than 600 V) Figure 2.1: Overview of AT-6000-R Receiver 2.2 AT-6000-T Transmitter 1.800.544.2843 www.calcert.com sales@calcert.com...
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Page 9: At-6000-T Transmitter
2. KIT COMPONENTS The AT-6000-T Transmitter works on Energized and De-energized circuits up to 600 V AC/DC in Category I through Category III electrical environments. Transmitter signal modes: High Signal (Hi) – The HIGH mode function is recommended for most wire tracing applications on Energized and De-energized circuits including breaker location. - Page 10 2. KIT COMPONENTS Working with the Transmitter: When the Transmitter is on and connected to the circuit with test leads, it checks for voltage. A red Voltage Warning Indicator will light up if the Transmitter detects dangerous voltage levels above 30 V AC/DC. IMPORTANT! The Voltage Warning Indicator light will blink when overvoltage (>...
- Page 11 ON / OFF BUTTON BATTERY STATUS Figure 2.3: Overview of AT-6000-T Transmitter ON/OFF: Short press to turn the Transmitter on. Long press >2s to turn the Transmitter off. Volume adjustment: The volume can be changed by short presses on VOLUME UP/DOWN buttons.
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Page 12: Ct-400 Signal Clamp (At-6030 Kit)
2. KIT COMPONENTS 2.3 CT-400 Signal Clamp (included with AT-6030 option for AT-6020) The Signal Clamp accessory is used for applications when where is no access to the bare conductors. The clamp attachment enables the Transmitter to induce a signal through the insulation into either wires. -
Page 13: Main Applications
3. MAIN APPLICATIONS IMPORTANT NOTICE, PLEASE READ BEFORE STARTING TRACING X� Avoiding signal cancellation problems with a separate ground connection The signal generated by the Transmitter creates an electromagnetic field around the wire. This field is what is detectable by the Receiver. The clearer this signal, the easier it is to trace the wire. -
Page 14: Tracing Energized And De-Energized Wires
Figure 3.1a: Proper connection with tracing methods. separate ground AT-6000-T TRANSMITTER Setting up the AT-6000-T Transmitter 1. Press ON/OFF key to turn on the Transmitter. 2. Verify that the test leads are properly BLINKING connected; the red LED voltage status... - Page 15 3. MAIN APPLICATIONS - TRACING ENERGIZED AND DE-ENERGIZED WIRES Using the AT-6000-R Receiver in Quick Scan Mode Quick Scan mode detects wires at a longer distance (between a wire and the Receiver) but with less precision than Precision Tracing or Breaker modes. This feature is used to verify that the tracing signal is present and to quickly follow the path of the wire.
- Page 16 3. MAIN APPLICATIONS - TRACING ENERGIZED AND DE-ENERGIZED WIRES Using the AT-6000-R Receiver in Precision Tracing Mode Use Precision Tracing mode to precisely pinpoint the wire location or the place of the fault. The Receiver will indicate detected signal strength using a two digit readout, bar graph and sound.
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Page 17: Identifying Breakers And Fuses (Energized And De-Energized)
4. Connect the green lead to a separate ground, such as a metal building structure, metal water pipe, or ground wire on a separate circuit. Setting up the AT-6000-T Transmitter 1. Press the ON/OFF key to turn on the Transmitter. - Page 18 3. MAIN APPLICATIONS – LOCATING BREAKERS Using the AT-6000-R Receiver 1. Press the ON/OFF push button to turn on the Receiver and continue pressing the MODE button until Breaker Locating mode is selected. 2. Align the groove on the Tip Sensor with the breaker lengthwise (See Figure 3.2c).
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Page 19: Non-Contact Voltage Mode (Ncv) And Passive Tracing
3. MAIN APPLICATIONS – LOCATING BREAKERS 3.3 Non-contact Voltage Mode (NCV) and Passive Tracing The NCV (Non-Contact Voltage) mode is used to verify if the wire is Energized and to perform tracing without the use of the Transmitter. The Receiver will detect and trace an Energized cable if the voltage is between 90 V and 600 V AC and between 40 and 400 Hz. -
Page 20: Special Applications
4. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS 4.1 GFCI-Protected Circuit Wire Tracing: Connecting the AT-6000-T Transmitter to GFCI Protected Circuits Connecting the Transmitter to an Energized GFCI protected circuit using a separate ground method will trip the GFCI protection. Use the following methods to work with GFCI protected circuits. -
Page 21: Finding Shorts
4. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS The tracing signal generated by the Transmitter is conducted along the wire as long as there is continuity in the metal conductor. To find a fault, trace the wire until the signal stops. To verify the fault’s location, move the Transmitter to the other end of the wire and repeat, tracing from the opposite end. -
Page 22: Tracing Non-Metallic Pipes And Conduits
4. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS 4.5 Tracing Non-Metallic Pipes and Conduits The Transmitter can indirectly trace plastic conduits and pipes using the following steps: 1. Insert fish tape or wire inside the conduit. 2. Connect the Transmitter with the red test lead to the fish tape and the green ground wire to a separate ground (see wire tracing section 3.1 for further set-up instructions). -
Page 23: Tracing Underground Wires
Figure 4.7: Tracing Underground Wires 4.8 Tracing Low Voltage Wires and Data Cables The AT-6000 can trace data, audio and thermostat cables (to trace shielded data cables, refer to section 4.6 “Tracing Shielded Wires”). Trace data, audio, and thermostat cables 1. -
Page 24: Mapping A Circuit Using Test Leads Connection
4. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS 4.10 Mapping a Circuit using Test Leads Connection Mapping a circuit can be only performed on a De-energized circuit when using test leads connection. 1. Switch the breaker to the OFF position. 2. Set up the Transmitter and Receiver as described in the Precision Tracing section 3.1. 3. - Page 25 AT-6000-T Figure 4.12a: Connecting the clamp TRANSMITTER Setting up the AT-6000-T Transmitter 1. Press the ON/OFF key to turn on the Transmitter. The red LED voltage status indicator should be OFF BLINKING when the clamp is connected and when working with either Energized or De-energized systems.
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Page 26: Signal Clamp - Mapping Circuits
4. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS 4.13 Signal Clamp - Mapping Circuits The clamp accessory can be used to map loads to the specific breakers on both Energized and De-energized circuits. There is no need to disconnect the power. 1. Connect the CT-400 test leads to the terminals of the Transmitter (polarity does not matter) and select HIGH mode. -
Page 27: Maintenance
5. MAINTENANCE 5.1 Battery Replacement Changing the Transmitter Batteries The battery compartment on the back of the Transmitter is designed to make it easy for the user to change the batteries. A screw is added to secure the battery in case the unit is dropped. - Page 28 5. MAINTENANCE Manual Selecting of Transmitter Battery Type The type of batteries being used-Alkaline or rechargeable NiMH-are recognized automatically during power up of the device or may be defined manually by the user. Set battery type as alkaline: 1. Make sure that the Transmitter is turned off. 2.
- Page 29 5. MAINTENANCE Changing the Receiver Batteries The battery compartment on the back of the Receiver is designed to make it easy for the user to change the batteries. Four (4) AA 1.5 V alkaline or 1.2 V rechargeable batteries may be used. Note: Batteries do not come pre-installed in the Receiver.
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Page 30: Fuse Replacement
5. MAINTENANCE 5.2 Fuse Replacement Transmitter Fuse Replacement: X� Warning: To avoid shock, injury, or damage to the Transmitter, disconnect test leads before opening case. 1. Disconnect all test leads from the Transmitter. 2. Make sure the Transmitter is turned off. 3. -
Page 31: Specifications
6. SPECIFICATIONS Features AT-6000-R AT-6000-T CT-400 Measurement CAT III 600 V CAT III 600 V CAT IV 600 V, Category CAT III 1000 V Operating 0 to 600 V AC/DC 0 to 600 V AC/DC 0 to 1000 V AC... - Page 32 6. SPECIFICATIONS General specifications Features AT-6000-R AT-6000-T CT-400 Display Size LCD 2.5 in (6.35 cm) LEDs Display Dimensions 1.45 x 1.93 in (W x H) (36.72 x 48.96 mm) Display Resolution 240(RGB) x 320 pixels Display Type TFT-LCD (262 K)
- Page 33 6. SPECIFICATIONS Accessory specifications Features ADPTR-SCT TL-6000 Measurement Category CAT II CAT III (test leads) CAT IV (alligator clips) Operating Voltage and Current 0 to 120 V AC, 4 A, max. 1000 V, 16 A max. (red/green leads) 600 V, 16 A max. (black lead) 600 V, 10 A max.