Multimetrix VT 14 - Voltage Tester Manual

To get the best service from this instrument:

• read this user's manual carefully
• respect the safety precautions detailed

Meaning of the symbol

Please refer to the User's Manual before using the instrument.
In this User's Manual, the instructions preceded by the above symbol, should they not be carried out as shown, can result in a physical accident or damage the instrument and the installations.

Meaning of the symbol
This device is protected by a double insulation or by a reinforced insulation. No linking is required from the protection earth terminal to ensure the electrical security.

Symbol WEEE 2002/96/EC

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Maximum operating voltage: 690 V.
• Do not use on an installation in which the voltage is greater than 600 V in relation to the earth, and which has an overvoltage category greater than III.
• Never touch the metallic test prods during a test.

TO ORDER

• Tester VT 14: P06230203
  Supplied with a 9 V battery and this User's manual

PRESENTATION

The VT 14 is an audible and visual DC and AC voltage, continuity and resistance tester. It also has a phase/ neutral identification function. Its maximum operating voltage, 690 V, allows tests on a 3-phase 400 V/ 690 V installation whilst respecting the max voltage in relation to the earth of 600 V.

This tester does not have a fuse and its design avoids risks of internal short circuit.

1. Test prods (with 19 mm gap)
2. Non-slip guard to avoid any accidental contact with a live conductor
3. Ramp of LED's giving the value of the voltage

VOLTAGE TEST

HOW TO USE

Place the red test prod in position in the lockable «+» terminal. Hold the tester in your hand and place the test prods at the terminals of the circuit to be tested. The simple presence of a voltage ensures automatic operation.

RECOGNITION OF DC OR AC

• Both green LED's «+» and «-» light up: AC voltage
• The «+» LED lights: DC, positive at the test prod of the tester
• The «-» LED lights: DC, negative at the test prod of the tester
• No LED lights up: no voltage or voltage < 12 V.

VALUE OF THE VOLTAGE

• 2 green LED's: 12 V and 24 V
• 5 red LED's: 50 V, 127 V, 230 V, 400 V and 690 V
  The last LED lit gives the level of voltage present.
  Lights to 85% of the nominal voltage.
  In case of bright sunlight, the visual perception of the presence of voltage may be affected.

SPECIFICATIONS AND DOMAIN OF USE

• Voltage detection: 12V ≤ U ≤ 690V
• Frequency: 0 and 50/60Hz
• Maximum voltage in relation to the earth: 600V
• Permitted overload: 1000Vrms for 30 seconds
• Consumption: variable depending on the voltage.
  125µA at 50V and 1.7mA at 690V
• Impedance: 400kΩ
• Response time: < 0.5 seconds
• Duration of test: unlimited for U ≤ 690Vrms.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Conditions to respect to guarantee good operation

• Use indoors.
• Temperature: -10...+55°C
• Relative humidity: 10...90% RH
• Altitude: up to 2000 m

POWER SUPPLY

• 1 battery 9 V (6 F 22, 6 LF 22 or NEDA 1604)
• Battery life:
  • 5000 tests of 5 seconds with alkaline battery (6 LF 22)
  • 3500 tests of 5 seconds with ordinary battery

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

• Dimensions: 193 x 47 x 36 mm (outside)
  Weight: 170 g (with battery)
• Length of lead: 1.20 m
• Diameter of test prods: 2 mm and 3.7 mm

CONFORMITY WITH STANDARDS

• Electrical safety (to IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-033)
  • Double insulation
  • Installation category III
  • Degree of pollution 2
  • Rated voltage: 600 V (in relation to the earth)
• Watertightness (to NF EN 60529): Protection index IP 50
• Emissions and immunity in an industrial setting compliant with EN 61326-1

MAINTENANCE

For maintenance, use only specified spare parts. The manufacturer will not be held responsible for any accident occurring following a repair done other than by its After Sales Service or approved repairers.

REPLACING THE BATTERY

Always disconnect the tester from any electric source before opening the case

• Remove the two screws from the lower half of the case
• Replace the used 9 V battery by a battery of the same type (6 F 22, 6 LF 22 or NEDA 1604)
• Close the case again before using the tester

CLEANING

• Clean the case with a cloth slightly moistened with soapy water. Wipe off with a damp cloth. Then dry quickly with a cloth or in a hot air flow.

STORAGE

If the tester is not used for more than 60 days, remove the battery and store it separately.

REPAIR

For all repairs before or after expiry of warranty, please return the device to your distributor.

WARRANTY

Our guarantee is applicable for twelve months after the date on which the equipment is made available (extract from our General Conditions of Sale, available on request).

09 - 2015

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