Amprobe VP-600SB Non-Contact-VoltProbe - Manual

1. Voltage Sensor 2. Probe body 3. Battery Cap
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 Refer to the manual  Dangerous Voltage
 Double insulated  Conforms to relevant
Australian standards.
 Underwriters Labora-
tories.[Note: Canadian
and US.]  Do not dispose
of this product as
unsorted municipal
waste.
 Complies with EU
directives  Battery
For Use by Competent Persons
Anyone using this instrument should be knowledgeable and trained about the
risks involved with measuring voltage, especially in an industrial setting, and the
importance of taking safety precautions and of testing the instrument before and
after using it to ensure that it is in good working condition.
SaFety InFormatIon

WarnInG: Use extreme caution when testing live electrical circuits due to risk
of injury from electrical shock.
 Warnings and Precautions
Do not exceed the maximum overload limits (see specifications) nor the limits •
marked on the instrument itself. Never apply more than 600 V ac rms.
Observe the proper safety precautions when working with voltages above 30
•
VAC rms to avoid electrical shock hazard.
Before and after hazardous voltage measurements, test the detector on a
•
known source such as line voltage to determine proper operation.
Never ground yourself when taking measurements. Do not touch exposed
•
circuit elements.
Do not operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere. •
Do not expose this product to rain or moisture. This increases the risk of fire •
or electric shock.
Do not rely on this tester for detecting AC voltage on a shielded wire.
•
Comply with local and national safety requirements. •
Use proper protective equipment as required by local or national authorities. •
IntrodUCtIon
VP-600SB is an instrument for safely checking the presence of an AC voltage
without making any disconnections in cables, wall sockets, fuses, circuit breakers,
junction boxes, etc. No current flow is needed for correct operation. When
voltage is detected, the tip will illuminate, and the unit will also beep and vibrate.
oPeratIon
Apply the plastic tip to any connection point or move it along an insulated cable.
When an AC voltage is detected, the red indicator in the plastic tip will illuminate.
A steady glow (not flash), sound and vibration indicates that voltage is present. If
there is no indication, voltage could still be present. Operation may be affected
by differences in socket design and thickness and type of insulation.

Caution: If three phase equipment is being checked and one phase is open,
the voltage is conducted back to the defective fuse through the other fuses and
will give a faulty indication.
maIntenanCe and rePaIr
If there appears to be a malfunction during the operation of the probe, the
following steps should be performed in order to isolate the cause of the problem:
Check the battery. 1.
Review the operating instructions for possible mistakes in operating 2.
procedure.
Except for the replacement of the batteries, repair of the voltage detector should
be performed only by a Factory Authorized Service Center or by other qualified
instrument service personnel. The front panel and case can be cleaned with a mild
solution of detergent and water. Apply sparingly with a soft cloth and allow to
dry completely before using. Do not use aromatic hydrocarbons or chlorinated
solvents for cleaning.
battery replacement
Use flat blade screwdriver to remove the cap. Remove batteries and replace with
(2) AAA 1.5 volts alkaline batteries. Replace the cap.
SPeCIFICatIonS
Operating voltage: 100-600 VAC
Operating Temperature: 5°C to +40°C (41°F to 104 °F); < 90% RH
Environment: < 2000m, indoor operation
Power: (2) AAA batteries 1.5 volts alkaline.
Dimensions: 132 x 28 x 23mm (5.2 x 1.1 x 0.9")
Weight: 49 gr(1.7 oz)
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EMC: EN 61326-1:2006
Sensitivity: illuminates red, vibrates and beeps at 4mm (0.16") distance from a
wire carrying 120 VAC.
lImIted Warranty and lImItatIon oF lIabIlIty
Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for
1 year from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable
batteries or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination,
or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Amprobe’s warranty obligation
is limited, at Amprobe’s option, to refund of the purchase price, free of charge
repair, or replacement of a defective product . Resellers are not authorized to
extend any other warranty on Amprobe’s behalf. To obtain service during the
warranty period, return the product with proof of purchase to an authorized
Amprobe Test Tools Service Center or to an Amprobe dealer or distributor. See
Repair Section for details. This warranty is your only remedy . All other warranties
- whether express, implied or statutory - including implied warranties of fitness
for a particular purpose or merchantability, are hereby excluded. Neither
Amprobe nor its parent company or affiliates shall be liable for any special,
indirect, incidental or consequential damages or losses, arising from any cause or
theory. Since some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential damages, this limitation of
liability may not apply to you.
repair
All test tools returned for warranty or non-warranty repair or for calibration
should be accompanied by the following: your name, company’s name, address,
telephone number, and proof of purchase. Additionally, please include a brief
description of the problem or the service requested and include the test leads
with the meter. Non-warranty repair or replacement charges should be remitted
in the form of a check, a money order, credit card with expiration date, or a
purchase order made payable to Amprobe® Test Tools.
In-Warranty repairs and replacement – all Countries
Please read the warranty statement and check your battery before requesting
repair. During the warranty period any defective test tool can be returned to your
Amprobe® Test Tools distributor for an exchange for the same or like product.
Please check the “Where to Buy” section on www.amprobe.com for a list of
distributors near you. Additionally, in the United States and Canada In-Warranty
repair and replacement units can also be sent to a Amprobe® Test Tools Service
Center (see below for address).
non-Warranty repairs and replacement – US and Canada
Non-warranty repairs in the United States and Canada should be sent to a
Amprobe® Test Tools Service Center. Call Amprobe® Test Tools or inquire at your
point of purchase for current repair and replacement rates.
In USA In Canada
Amprobe Test Tools Amprobe Test Tools
Everett, WA 98203 Mississauga, ON L4Z 1X9
Tel: 888-993-5853 Tel: 905-890-7600
Fax: 425-446-6390 Fax: 905-890-6866
non-Warranty repairs and replacement – europe
European non-warranty units can be replaced by your Amprobe® Test Tools
distributor for a nominal charge. Please check the “Where to Buy” section on
www.amprobe.com for a list of distributors near you.
European Correspondence Address*
Amprobe® Test Tools Europe
Beha-Amprobe GmbH
In den Engematten 14
79286 Glottertal, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 7684 8009 – 0
*(Correspondence only – no repair or replacement available from this address.
European customers please contact your distributor.)
VP-600SB
Non-Contact Volt Probe
VoltProbe
CATIII 600V 100-600VAC
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