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User Manual ENG FRE SPA BT-120, BT-250 Breaker Tracer Circuit Tracer Receiver Circuit Tracer TransmitterBT-120 BT-250 Breaker Tracer User Manual 8/2018, 6011458B ©2018 Amprobe All rights reserved. Printed in China EnglishLimited Warranty and Limitation of Liability Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase unless local laws require otherwise. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on the behalf of Amprobe. To obtain service during the warranty period, return the product with proof of purchase to an authorized Amprobe 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 DISCLAIMED. MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT 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 Amprobe 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. 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 distributor for an exchange for the same or like product. Please check the “Where to Buy” section on 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 an Amprobe Service Center (see address below). Non-warranty Repairs and Replacement – United States and Canada Non-warranty repairs in the United States and Canada should be sent to an Amprobe Service Center. Call Amprobe or inquire at your point of purchase for current repair and replacement rates. USA: Canada: Amprobe Amprobe Everett, WA 98203 Mississauga, ON L4Z 1X9 Tel: 877-AMPROBE (267-7623) Tel: 905-890-7600 Non-warranty Repairs and Replacement – Europe European non-warranty units can be replaced by your Beha-Amprobe distributor for a nominal charge. Please check the “Where to Buy” section on beha-amprobe.com for a list of distributors near you. Beha-Amprobe Division and reg. trademark of Fluke Corp. (USA) Germany* United Kingdom The Netherlands - Headquarters** In den Engematten 14 52 Hurricane Way Science Park Eindhoven 5110 79286 Glottertal Norwich, Norfolk 5692 EC Son Germany NR6 6JB United Kingdom The Netherlands Phone: +49 (0) 7684 8009 - 0 Phone: +44 (0) 1603 25 6662 Phone: +31 (0) 40 267 51 00 beha-amprobe.de beha-amprobe.com beha-amprobe.com *(Correspondence only – no repair or replacement available from this address. European customers please contact your distributor.) **single contact address in EEA Fluke Europe BVCircuit Tracer Receiver Circuit Tracer Transmitter BT-120 BT-250 Breaker Tracer

Sensor Location Identification Arrow LED Indicator Battery Compartment ON/OFF Switch Adaptor Prongs Transmitter Power LED Indicator Receiver Power LED Indicator

Caution ! Refer to the Manual

Application around and removal from hazardous live conductors is permitted

Complies with European Directives

Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Contact a qualified recycler for disposal. Conforms to relevant Australian standards

Underwriters Laboratories. [Note: Canadian and US.] Audible tone Safety Information

• The BT-120 Breakers Tester is conformed to UL 61010-1; CAT II 120 V, class II and pollution degree 1 or 2.

• The BT-250 Breakers Tester is conformed to UL 61010-1; CAT II 250 V, class II and pollution degree 1 or 2. Warning and precaution

• Before and after hazardous voltage measurements, test the voltage function on a known source such as line voltage to determine proper meter functioning.

• Do not touch the membrance.

• Inspect the receiver and the transmitter before every use. Do not use any damaged part.

• Never ground yourself when taking measurements. Do not touch exposed circuit elements or test probe tips.

• Do not operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere.3

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

• The meter is intended only for indoor use. To avoid electrical shock hazard, observe the proper safety precautions when working with voltages above 60 VDC, 42.4 Vpk, or 30 VAC rms. These voltage levels pose a potential shock hazard to the user.

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

Your shipping carton should include: 1 Receiver 1 Transmitter 1 9V alkaline battery 1 User manual 1 Carrying case (BT-250) 1 Connection cable (BT-250) 1 Light fixture adapter (BT-250) If any of the items are damaged or missing, return the complete package to the place of purchase for an exchange. INTRODUCTION The Amprobe BT Series Breaker Tracers work on powered systems from 90 to 120 V AC (BT-120) and 90 to 250 V AC (BT-250) and are designed for use in residential and light commercial environments. Both kits comes complete with a Transmitter and Receiver. Features:

• Identifies circuit breaker location

• Works on all electrical systems within the voltage rating range

• Perfect for office, residential and HVAC applications

• Automatic sensitivity adjustment

• Microprocessor controlled

• Extremely accurate reading always finds the right breaker

• Durable and dependable4 OPERATION Breaker and Fuse Identification

1. Plug the Transmitter into an energized wall outlet (Figure 1).

2. Make sure the red LED is ON to indicate that the outlet is energized.

3. Push the Power switch on the Receiver to turn it ON. The Receiver will

beep and the Power LED will be lit.

4. At the breaker panel or fuse box, hold the Receiver perpendicular to the

breakers. Scan slowly all breakers once to calibrate the Receiver. During this scan, the Receiver may beep and flash at several breakers. This is a normal part of the identification process (Figure 2).

5. Without touching the ON/OFF button, begin scanning again to identify

the right breaker or fuse. When the Receiver beeps, the correct breaker has been identified.

6. Push and hold the Power switch for three seconds to turn the Receiver

off. Beeping and flashing during the shutdown is normal.

7. Unplug the Transmitter from the wall outlet.

Circuit Tracer Transmitter Figure 1 Figure 2 Circuit Tracer Receiver5 Using the BT-LFA Incandescent Light Fixture Adapter (BT-250 only)

1. Remove the light bulb exercising the proper caution.

2. Screw in the BT-LFA adapter.

3. Plug the Transmitter into the BT-LFA (Figure 3).

4. Preform scan following directions in step 4 under “Operation.”

Using the BT-VLA High Voltage Leads Adapter (BT-250 only) The BT-250 Transmitter can be used alone on 110V circuits. For circuits up to 250V or exposed circuits, use the BT-VLA and follow the directions listed below.

1. Plug Transmitter into high voltage lead receptacle. Be sure that the

Transmitter is completely seated and that no part of the Transmitter prongs are exposed.

2. Attach the high voltage leads to the terminal or conductor while

exercising extreme caution (Figure 4).

3. Preform scan following directions in step 4 under “Operation.”

Figure 46 SPECIFICATIONS Operating & Detection BT-120 BT-250 Voltage for Transmitter 90-120 VAC, Not to exceed ±10% (inclusive in rating) 90-250 VAC, Not to exceed ±10% (inclusive in rating) Operating Frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz 40 Hz to 70 Hz Storage Temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C) Operating Temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C) Sensitivity Adjustment Automatic Power Supply 9 V alkaline battery (Receiver) Transmitter Polarity Automatic Humidity 50% RH (non condensing) Environmental Conditions Indoor use, altitudes up to 2000 m, Pollution Degree 1 or 2, Installation Category II Caution BT-VLA cord assembly to be used with Transmitter only according to instructions. BATTERY REPLACEMENT Power is supplied by one 9 V alkaline battery (Receiver). The Identification Arrow LED on the Receiver will not turn ON when replacement is needed. To replace the battery, remove the screw from the back of the meter and slide the battery door outward. Remove the battery from case bottom and replace it with a fresh 9 V alkaline battery. Remove screw Slide battery door outward7

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

If there appears to be a malfunction during the operation of the tracer, the following steps should be performed in order to isolate the cause of the problem.

1. Check the battery. Replace the battery immediately if the Receiver LED

2. Review the operating instructions for possible mistakes in operating

• Product specifications