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90 days. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries, or to any product which, in Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
Clamp Connection ......................19 Set up the Transmitter ......................19 Use the Receiver ......................... 21 Smart Sensor Mode (2062R) ..................22 Quick Scan Mode (2052R) ....................24 Tip Sensor Mode ........................ 24 Breaker Mode ........................26 NCV Mode..........................29 Special Applications ........................30 Find a Broken or Open Wire ...................
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Map a Circuit......................... 38 Test Leads........................38 The Clamp ........................38 Maintenance..........................41 Clean the Product ......................41 Receiver Battery Replacement ..................42 Transmitter Battery Replacement................42 Battery Type Selection (2000T, 2052R)..............43 Transmitter Fuse Replacement..................44 Product Disposal ........................ 44 Specifications..........................44...
Introduction The Fluke 2052R and 2062R (the Receiver or the Product) are wire tracer receivers. The Fluke 2000T (the Transmitter or the Product) is a wire tracer transmitter. Use the Receiver to detect an electromagnetic signal in wires or cables.
Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Receivers Receivers The 2052R and 2062R receivers have different features and displays, but the Receivers detect energized or de-energized signals on wires in similar ways. Features Table 2 shows the features of the Receivers. Table 2. Receivers Features...
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Description Function Warning Tactile barrier Hold the Product behind the tactile barrier. Selects the mode. Push to cycle through the modes: Mode button (2052R) quick scan, tip sensor, breaker, non-contact voltage (NCV) See Table NCV button (2062R) Selects non-contact voltage (NCV) mode.
Receivers 2052R Receiver Display The display shows different features based on the selected mode. Table 3 shows the features on the display of the 2052R receiver. To use the Receiver, see Use the Receiver. Table 3. 2052R Display Features Item...
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Table 3. 2052R Display Features (cont.) Item Description Function Numeric signal In Precision, Breaker, or NCV mode, shows the strength of strength level the signal from 00 to 99. Battery level Battery power level indicator...
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Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Receivers Table 4. 2062R Display Features A Home Screen A Trace Screen Item Description Function Trace mode Use with navigation buttons to set and show non-NCV trace selectors modes. See Change the Trace Mode. Opens the settings screen to select the language, brightness Settings button of the screen, volume, and type of breaker (GFI or RCD).
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Table 4. 2062R Display Features (cont.) Item Description Function While in a trace mode, shows the sensitivity level (1 to 8) of Sensitivity level the Receiver. Signal strength In a trace mode, shows the strength of the signal in a bar ...
Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Receivers Change Settings Use the settings menu to set the language, screen brightness, and the breaker type (GFCI or RCD). To change the settings: 1. Push to highlight h. 2. Push to open the settings menu. 3.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Transmitter Use the Transmitter to generate a signal on an energized or de-energized wire. Features Table 5 shows the features of the Transmitter. Table 5. Transmitter Features 2000T TRANSMITTER Item Description Function Input jacks Use to connect the test leads to the Transmitter.
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Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Transmitter Table 5. Transmitter Features (cont.) Item Description Function Blinks to indicate the mode of operation. Blinks quickly, progressively from the center to the outermost LEDs: Indicates high signal mode. Transmission mode LEDs Blinks slowly, progressively from the center to the outermost LEDs: Indicates low signal mode.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Magnetic Strap To attach the magnetic strap to the Transmitter, insert the strap through the slot on the back of the Transmitter and connect the hook and loop pieces and to each other. See Figure Attach the magnet ( ...
Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter The Clamp The Clamp When a direct connection to a conductive wire is not possible, use the Clamp with the Transmitter to generate a signal on a wire through the insulation around the wire. The Clamp works on low impedance closed circuits or to trace conduits or shielded wires grounded on both ends.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Connect the Transmitter The Transmitter generates a signal on a wire which creates an electromagnetic field around the wire. The Receiver detects the electromagnetic field to trace the wire. With the Transmitter connected to two adjacent wires on the same circuit, the signal travels in one direction through the first wire and returns in the opposite direction through the second wire.
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Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Connect the Transmitter Figure 2. Wire not Connected to a GFI Device or RCD...
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2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual 5. To trace a wire connected to a GFI outlet: a. Remove the protective receptacle wall plate. b. Connect the red alligator clip to the screw of the hot wire. c. Connect the alligator clip of the green test lead to a separate ground such as a metal water pipe, a metal grounded structure of the building, a grounded screwdriver, or a grounded stake.
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Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Connect the Transmitter 6. To trace a wire connected to a GFI breaker: a. Locate the closest connection to the breaker or fuse panel that is on a different branch of the same circuit that is connected to the same GFI breaker. b.
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2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual 7. To trace a wire on a circuit connected to an RCD: a. Locate the closest connection to the breaker or fuse panel that is on a different branch of the same circuit that is connected to the same RCD as the line or phase wire.
Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Set up the Transmitter Clamp Connection Note Because the Clamp does not have a direct connection to a conductive wire, the signal may not be strong enough for the Receiver to detect very far from the Clamp. When possible use test leads to make a direct connection to a conductive wire.
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2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Energized mode: When the Transmitter detects a voltage (≥35 V ac/dc to 600 V ac/dc and 40 Hz to 400 Hz) on the wire, the Transmitter operates in energized mode. In energized mode, the Transmitter draws a low current from the energized circuit and generates a 6 kHz signal in a direct path to the power source.
(GFI or RCD). See Change Settings. 4. If needed, select a mode. Table 8 lists the trace modes and describes the applications for each mode. a. On the 2052R receiver, push . b. On the 2062R receiver, see Change the Trace Mode.
6. To change to a different mode: a. On the 2052R receiver, push . b. On the 2062R receiver, push to select a NCV test, or push to return to the home screen to select another mode. See Change the Trace Mode.
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Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Use the Receiver Figure 7. SMART SENSOR Mode 2062R 2062R RECEIVER RECEIVER 2062R RECEIVER Table 9. SMART SENSOR Mode Display Display Description and Action The Receiver cannot detect a signal or the signal is not strong enough for the Receiver to show where the wire is located.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Quick Scan Mode (2052R) To use quick scan mode: 1. Scan a target area with the tip sensor to find a signal. The signal strength indicator on the display changes. See Figure Figure 8. Quick Scan Signal Strength...
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Use the Receiver Figure 9. Tip Sensor Alignment Groove 4. Periodically adjust the sensitivity to keep the signal strength near 75 %. The signal strength indicator on the display changes. For the 2052R display, see Figure For the 2062R display, see Figure 5.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Figure 11. Tip Sensor Signal Strength (2062R) Signal Detected Signal not Detected Breaker Mode Breaker mode automatically adjusts the sensitivity of the Receiver. The Receiver stores in memory the strongest signal detected. As a result, the Receiver identifies one correct breaker.
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For best results, scan at the output of the breaker or fuse. The order you scan the breakers or fuses does not matter. The signal strength indicator on the display changes. For the 2052R display, see Figure...
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2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Figure 14. Breaker Signal Strength (2062R) Strongest Signal Detected Signal Detected Signal not Detected Figure 15. Breaker Mode Application (2052R) / BREAKER (2062R)
The groove on the top of the tip sensor aligns parallel to the wire. See Figure 3. Periodically adjust the sensitivity to keep the signal strength near 75 %. The signal strength indicator on the display changes. For the 2052R display, see Figure For the 2062R display, see Figure 4.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Figure 17. NCV Signal Strength (2062R) Signal Detected Signal not Detected Special Applications For general instructions to connect the Transmitter, see Connect the Transmitter. Some applications require the test leads to connect differently. For all applications, connect the Transmitter on what would be the load-side of an energized circuit whether or not a circuit is energized or de-energized.
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Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Special Applications To find the location of a broken wire located behind walls, floors, or ceilings: 1. De-energize the wire. 2. Connect the Transmitter to the circuit. See Figure a. Connect the red test lead to the circuit. b.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual 6. Verify the location of the broken wire. a. Move the Transmitter to the other end of the wire. b. Trace from the opposite end of the wire to the location the signal stopped in the previous step.
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Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Special Applications Figure 19. Trace a Short Circuit 3. On the Transmitter, select loop mode. 4. On the Receiver, select tip sensor mode. 5. Trace the wire until the signal stops. 6. Mark the location where the signal stops. 7.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Trace Wires in Conduit or Pipe You can use one of the alternative methods to trace a wire inside a conduit or pipe. Junction Box Method To use the junction box method to trace a wire inside conduit or pipe: 1.
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Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Special Applications Figure 20. Trace a Shielded Wire ≥2 s <1 s 3. On the Transmitter: With a wire grounded at the far-end, select loop mode. See Figure 20 A. The loop mode LED lights. With a wire not grounded at the far-end, select high or low mode.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Find a Wire in a Bundle To identify a wire in a bundle, first determine if the wire is on an energized or de-energized circuit. De-energized Circuit To identify a wire in a bundle in a de-energized circuit: 1.
Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Special Applications Energized Circuit To identify a wire in a bundle in an energized circuit: 1. Connect the Transmitter. See Figure a. Connect the red test lead to the circuit. b. Connect the green test lead to a separate ground. 2.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Map a Circuit Use test leads or the Clamp to map a de-energized circuit. Use the Clamp to map an energized circuit. Test Leads To use test leads to map a de-energized circuit: 1. Turn off the breaker or fuse.
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Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Special Applications Figure 23. Map a Circuit with Test Leads...
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2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Figure 24. Map a Circuit with the Clamp...
Wire Tracer Receiver and Transmitter Maintenance Maintenance The Product requires little maintenance. Warning To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury: Use only specified replacement parts. Use only specified replacement fuses. Have an approved technician repair the Product. ...
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Receiver Battery Replacement Use alkaline or rechargeable NiMH batteries. Batteries do not come installed in the Receiver. To charge NiMH batteries, remove from the batteries from the Receiver. To install or replace the batteries in the Receiver, turn off the Receiver and install new batteries with the correct polarity.
Maintenance Figure 26. Transmitter Battery and Fuse Replacement Battery Type Selection (2000T, 2052R) If the battery type is not defined manually, the Product automatically sets the type to alkaline or NiMH. Automatic battery type recognition draws more current and may be unreliable when batteries do not contain an adequate charge.
2052R/2062R/2000T Users Manual Transmitter Fuse Replacement To install or replace the fuse in the Transmitter (See Figure 26.): 1. Turn off and disconnect the Transmitter from the circuit. 2. Remove the tilt stand screw. 3. Remove the battery compartment screws, the battery cover, and batteries.
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