Southwire 40116N - Non-Contact AC Voltage Detector Manual

Introduction

The Southwire 40116N detects AC voltage from 100 to 600 volts.

A powerful built-in LED flashlight is included for added convienience.

With proper use, this tester will provide many years of reliable service.

WARNINGS

International Safety Symbols

	Potential danger. Indicates the user must refer to the manual for important safety information
	Indicates hazardous voltages may be present
	Equipment is protected by double or reinforced insulation

Safety Category Ratings

FCC COMPLIANCE
Users of this product are cautioned not to make modifications or changes that are not approved by Southwire Company, LLC. Doing so may void the compliance of this product with applicable FCC requirements and may result in the loss of the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that can cause undesired operation.

FCC Digital Emissions Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the radio or television receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the computer equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the radio or television receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help.

Canadian Digital Apparatus Compliance
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

Maintenance

This tester is designed to provide years of dependable service, if the following care instructions are performed:

1. KEEP THE TESTER DRY. If it gets wet, wipe it off.
2. USE AND STORE THE TESTER IN NORMAL TEMPERATURES. Temperature extremes can shorten the life of the electronic parts and distort or melt plastic parts.
3. HANDLE THE TESTER GENTLY AND CAREFULLY. Dropping it can damage the electronic parts or the case.
4. KEEP THE TESTER CLEAN. Wipe the case occasionally with a damp cloth. DO NOT use chemicals, cleaning solvents, or detergents.
5. USE ONLY FRESH BATTERIES OF THE RECOMMENDED SIZE AND TYPE.
   Remove old or weak batteries so they do not leak and damage the unit.
6. IF THE TESTER IS TO BE STORED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME, the batteries should be removed to prevent damage to the unit.

General Specifications

Detector Description

Operation

1. Turning the Tester On: Momentarily press the tester On/Off button. The beeper will beep once and the green LED will illuminate to indicate that the tester is on and ready for use.
2. Verify Operation: Before using tester,
   1. Make sure the green LED is glowing,
   2. Check tester on a known live AC voltage that is within the defined detection range of the tester.
3. To Operate: Place the tip of the tester near an AC voltage from 100V to 600V.
   When the tester detects AC voltage, the green LED will turn off, the red LED will turn on, and the beeper will beep rapidly.
4. Turning the Tester Off: Momentarily press the tester On/Off button. The tester will beep twice and the green LED will turn off.
5. Auto Power Off: To conserve battery life, the tester will automatically turn off after approximately 5 minutes of inactivity. When powering down, the beeper will beep twice and the green LED will turn off.
6. Flashlight: Press and hold the flashlight power button to turn the flashlight on. Release the button to turn the flashlight off.
7. Low Battery Indication: When the batteries are too low for reliable operation, the beeper will beep three times and the green LED will turn off indicating the tester is inoperative. Replace the batteries immediately when this occurs. Also replace the batteries if the flashlight or indicator LEDs are dimmer than normal.

Battery Replacement

Steps 1. and 2.

1. Press HERE (A.)
2. Pull down here (B.), applying a gentle bending force until you hear a click, then pull off the battery cover
   

NOTE: When batteries are loaded for the first time, please remove the white, rectangular security strip before installing batteries.

3. Replace the batteries (observe polarity). Use two AAA 1.5V batteries.
   
   
4. Carefully slide the battery cover onto the tester making sure the cover is aligned with the slots on the tester body. Make sure the battery cover is completely closed.
   
5. Verify operation by using the tester on a known live AC voltage.

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ON SOUTHWIRE METERS & TESTERS

Southwire Company, LLC. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or damage arising from an accident, neglect, misapplication, contamination, modification, improper maintenance or repair, operation outside of specifications, or abnormal handling of the product. Southwire's sole liability, and the purchaser's exclusive remedy, for any breach of this warranty is expressly limited to Southwire's repair or replacement of the product. Whether Southwire repairs or replaces the product will be a determination that Southwire makes at its sole discretion.

SOUTHWIRE MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT THE PRODUCT WILL BE MERCHANTABLE OR FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOUTHWIRE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH HEREIN. SOUTHWIRE WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES FOR ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.

This warranty is void if this product is used for rental purposes. No product reseller is authorized to extend any other warranty on Southwire's behalf relating to this product, and no such reseller warranty will be binding on Southwire. If you have a warranty claim, or if the product needs to be serviced during or after the warranty period set forth above, please contact the Customer Service Department at 855-SWTOOLS (855-798-6657).

The sender is responsible for all shipping, freight, insurance, and packaging costs associated with sending a product to Southwire. Southwire will not be responsible for lost or damaged products returned pursuant to this warranty.

All products returned to Southwire under this warranty should be mailed to:

Southwire Company, LLC.
Attention: Tool Warranty Return
840 Old Bremen Road
Carrollton, GA 30117