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- Page 1 UNDERGROUND CABLE TESTER and ACCESSORIES Operating Instruction Manual 1475 Lakeside Drive • Waukegan, Illinois 60085 U.S.A. • 847.473.4980 f a x 8 4 7 . 4 7 3 . 4 9 8 1 • w e b s i t e : w w w. H D E l e c t r i c C o m p a n y. c o m...
- Page 3 UNDERGROUND CABLE TESTER and ACCESSORIES Operating Instruction Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............4 GENERAL DESCRIPTION .
- Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Read and understand these instructions prior to use. These operating instructions are not a substitute for proper training in the use of this equipment. High voltage systems present serious hazards, including the risk of death or serious injury due to arcing, thermal burns and electrocution. HD Electric Company's products are intended solely for use by professionals with knowledge, training and experi- ence in the use of the equipment and its accessories in and around high voltage systems.
- Page 5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The HD Electric Underground Cable Tester is a self contained one piece solution for DC leakage current testing of deenergized shielded primary voltage underground cables. Test results are displayed on a large LED display. The UCT-8 first alerts the user to the presence of AC voltage on the underground cable.
- Page 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER: UCT-8 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS CONDITIONS - Indoor and outdoor use ALTITUDE - Up to 6,566 ft. (2000M) OPERATING TEMPERATURE +20°F to +120°F (-7°C to +49°C) HUMIDITY - 95% to 49°C (non-condensing) POLLUTION DEGREE - PD4 MEASUREMENT CATEGORY IV - Classification Rating (CAT IV) – Product is intended for use with test and measuring circuits connected to the circuits/wiring outside of a building installation, including transmission lines.
- Page 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pre-Use Inspection WARNING: Before using the instrument be sure to inspect the equipment to insure that it is functioning properly and is in safe, working condition. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death and may result in erroneous test measurements. Before making any high voltage measurements, test and inspect the tester as follows: 1) Make certain the instrument is clean and dry.
- Page 8 Press the ON button to turn the unit on and verify a good battery. A low battery is shown with an empty battery icon in the bottom right corner of the screen. Press and hold the ON button for 3 seconds to turn on the 8kVDC high voltage.
- Page 9 Cable Charging / Leakage Current (DC microamps)
- Page 10 PROBES & ACCESSORIES WARNING: ALWAYS use probes appropriate to your application. NEVER use overhead probes in underground applications. Failure to use the correct probe can result in arcing or electrical contact and may cause serious injury or death. If you are not trained in the particular operation or are not sure about the appropriate probe for your application DO NOT PROCEED.
- Page 11 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Regular periodic maintenance is required to keep the cable tester in proper operating condition. Digital models will require periodic battery replacement. Keep the tool clean and dry and always store it in its case. The tester should be kept clean and free of dirt, contamination and marking.
- Page 12 LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY This warranty applies to all products sold by HD Electric Company (the "Products"); provided, however, that the term Products does not include any third party products purchased through HD Electric Company, for which no warranties are made (the "Third Party Products"). Third Party Products may be subject to a separate manufacturer's warranty;...
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