MD 1160 - Voltage tester Metrel - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Voltage tester
Brand	Metrel
Model	MD 1160
Dimensions (approx.)	185 x 70 x 38 mm
Weight (approx.)	190 g (with batteries)
Power supply	2 LR03 (AAA) 1.5 V batteries
Measurement category	CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V
Standards	EN 61243-3:2010, CE
Protection rating	IP64
Voltage range	12...690 V AC (16-400 Hz) and DC ±
Continuity test	Yes, up to 500 kΩ
Single-pole phase test	Yes, from 100 V AC
Phase rotation test	Yes, 120...400 V phase-to-ground 50/60 Hz
Display	LED + LCD (for MD 1160)
Flashlight	Yes, with auto shut-off after 10 s
Auto power off	Yes, after 5 s without signal on probes
Operating temperature	-15°C to +55°C
Maximum humidity	85 % RH (non-condensing)
Maintenance	Clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent
Repairability	User-replaceable batteries; opening by authorized technician
Package contents	Tester, 4 mm adapters, protective tips, batteries, instruction manual

Frequently Asked Questions - MD 1160 Metrel

How to turn on the MD 1160 tester?

The tester turns on automatically when it detects a voltage above approximately 10 V or an active phase on the L2 probe. It can be turned off by pressing the flashlight button. Automatic shutdown occurs after 5 seconds without a signal on the probes.

What is the measured voltage range?

The tester measures AC (16-400 Hz) and DC voltages from 12 V to 690 V. The LEDs indicate nominal values (12, 24, 50, 120, 230, 400, 690 V) and the LCD screen shows the precise value with a resolution of 0.1 V (up to 300 V) then 1 V.

How to perform a continuity test?

Before testing, ensure the object is not energized. Connect both probes. The continuity LED lights up and a beep sounds if the resistance is less than approximately 500 kΩ.

What does the ELV LED mean?

The ELV (Extra Low Voltage) LED lights up when the voltage exceeds 50 V AC or 120 V DC, indicating a risk of electric shock. It remains lit as long as the voltage exceeds this threshold.

How to replace the batteries?

Remove the probes from any test points. Unscrew the battery compartment door with a coin. Replace used batteries with two LR03 1.5 V batteries, respecting the indicated polarity. Replace the door and ensure it is locked before any new measurement.

Is the tester waterproof?

Yes, the IP64 rating guarantees protection against dust and splashing water. However, do not use it in rain or excessive humidity conditions.

Can I use the tester on three-phase circuits?

Yes, it allows phase rotation testing. Connect the two probes to two phases. The right LED lights up for a right rotating field, the left LED for a left rotating field. The test works on voltages from 120 to 400 V phase-to-ground.

What to do if the screen shows nothing?

First, check the batteries: a low battery symbol appears on the screen if they are discharged. Replace them if necessary. If the batteries are good, check the probes and connections. If the problem persists, stop using the device and contact an authorized technician.

How to clean the tester?

Use a damp cloth with mild detergent. Never use abrasive products or solvents. Before cleaning, remove the probes from any test points. Make sure the device is off.

Where can I find the full manual?

The full manual is available for free download in PDF format on notice-facile.com. You can also request a translation in another language by providing your email address.

USER MANUAL MD 1160 Metrel

GB

Voltage/Continuity Tester

D

MD 1060-LED & MD 1160-LCD

Version 1.0, Code no. 20 752 345

Distributor:

METREL d.d.

Unit 1, Hopton House,

Ripley Drive,

Normanton Industrial Estate,

Normanton,

West Yorkshire

WF6 1QT

Great Britain

E-mail: [e-mail]

Internet: http://www.metrel.co.uk/

© 2007 METREL

Mark on your equipment certifies that this equipment meets the requirements of the EC (European Community) regulations concerning safety and electromagnetic compatibility.

No part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means without permission in writing from METREL.

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Contents

1. Introduction / Product Package....6
2. Safety Measures 6
3. Danger of electric shock and other dangers 6
4. Intended Use....7
5. Tester Information 8
6. Preparation for tests....9
   6.1 Auto-power-on/ switching on 9
   6.2 Auto-power off 9
7. Conducting Tests 9
   7.1 Voltage test 9
   7.2 Single-pole phase test....9
   7.3 Phase rotation test....9
   7.4 Continuity test....10
   7.5 Torch light 10
8. Battery Replacement....10
9. Technical data....11
10. Cleaning and storage 11

References marked on tester or in instruction manual:

⚠ Warning of a potential danger, comply with instruction manual.

Reference. Please pay utmost attention.

Caution! Dangerous voltage. Danger of electrical shock.

☐ Continuous double or reinforced insulation complies with category II DIN EN 61140.

CE Conformity symbol, the instrument complies with the valid directives. It complies with the EMV -Directive (89/336/EEC), Standard EN 61326-1 are fulfilled. It also complies with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC), Standard EN61243-3:2010 is fulfilled.

Tester complies with the standard (2002/96/EG) WEEE

The instruction manual contains information and references, necessary for safe operation and maintenance of the tester.

Prior to using the tester (commissioning/ assembly) the user is kindly requested to thoroughly read the instruction manual and comply with it in all sections.

⚠️ Failure to read the tester manual or to comply with the warnings and references contained herein can result in serious bodily injury or tester damage.

The respective accident prevention regulations established by the professional associations are to be strictly enforced at all times

1. Introduction / Product Package

The voltage testers MD 1060 and MD 1160 are universally applicable testers for voltage testing, continuity testing and rotary field testing.

The testers are constructed according to the latest safety regulations and guarantee safe and reliable working.

The voltage testers MD 1060 and MD 1160 are characterized by the following features:

• Designed to meet international safety standards. EN61243-3:2010
  • Measurement Category (CAT.) IV 600V
• AC and DC voltage test up to 690V with LEDs and LCD (MD 1060: no LCD display)
• Polarity indication
• Single-pole phase test
• Phase rotation test
• Continuity test
  • Auto-power ON / OFF
• Torch light
• IP64 (IEC60529)

After unpacking, check that the instrument is undamaged. The product package comprises:

1 pc Tester MD 1060 or MD 1160
2 pcs 4mm test tip adapters
2 pcs CAT III/ 1000V test tip cover
2 pcs batteries 1.5V, IEC LR03
1 pc operating instructions

2. Safety Measures

The testers have been constructed and tested in accordance with the safety regulations for voltage testers and have left the factory in a safe and perfect condition.
The operating instructions contain information and References required for safe operation and use of the tester. Before using the tester, read the operating instructions carefully and follow them in all respects.

3. Danger of electric shock and other dangers

To avoid an electric shock, observe the precautions when working with voltages exceeding 120 V (60 V) DC or 50 V (25 V) eff AC. In accordance with DIN VDE these values represent the threshold contact voltages (values in brackets refer to limited ranges, e.g. in agricultural areas).
⚠ The tester must not be used with the battery compartment open
⚠️ Before using the tester, ensure that the test lead and device are in perfect working order. Look out e.g. for broken cables or leaking batteries.
Hold the tester and accessories by the designated grip areas only, the display elements must not be covered. Never touch the test probes.
The tester may be used only within the specified measurement ranges and in low-voltage installations up to 690 V.
The tester may be used only in the measuring circuit category it has been designed for.
Before and after use, always check that the tester is in perfect working order (e.g. on a known voltage source).
The tester must no longer be used if one or more functions fail or if no functionality is indicated.

⚠ It is not permitted to use the tester during rain or precipitation.
A perfect display is guaranteed only within a temperature range of -15^ to +55^ at an relative air humidity less than 85% .
⚠️ If the safety of the user cannot be guaranteed, the tester must be switched off and secured against unintentional use.

⚠ Safety is no longer guaranteed e.g. in the following cases:

• obvious damage
  – broken housing, cracks in housing
• if the tester can no longer perform the required measurements/ tests
  – stored for too long in unfavorable conditions
  – damaged during transport
• leaking batteries

The tester complies with all EMC regulations. Nevertheless it can happen in rare cases that electric devices are disturbed by the electrical field of the tester or the tester is disturbed by electrical devices.

⚠️ Never use the tester in explosive environment

⚠️ Tester must be operated by trained users only

⚠️ Operational safety is no longer guaranteed if the tester is modified or altered.

The tester may be opened by an authorized service technician only.

4. Intended Use

The tester may be used only under the conditions and for the purposes for which it was designed. Therefore, observe in particular the safety instructions, the technical data including environmental conditions.

5. Tester Information

1. Test Probe, L1
2. Test Tip, L2
3. Torch Light
4. Display
5. Torch Light Button
6. Main body

Accessory

1. 4 mm test Tips,
2. Plug on cover (GS38)
3. Protective cover

Control elements

1. Buzzer hole for acoustic indication
2. Single Pole Test ELV Warning
3. Continuity Test
4. Rotary field
5. LCD Display indication voltage, polarity and low battery (MD 1160)
6. LED's indicating 12V and polarity
7. Voltage Indication

6. Preparation for tests

6.1 Auto-power-on/ switching on

• The tester switches on when it detects continuity, an AC or DC voltage above approx. 10V or a live phase on L2 (single pole test).
• It can be switched on with the torch light button.

6.2 Auto-power off

• Tester is automatically powered off after 5 sec when there is no signal contacted to the probes.
• The torch light switches off after approx. 10 sec.

7. Conducting Tests

7.1 Voltage test

• Connect both probes to the object under test.
• The voltage is indicated by LEDs and LCD (MD 1160 only)
• Buzzer sounds when a threshold voltage of approx. 38VAC or approx. 100 VDC is exceeded.
  • Voltage polarity is indicated in following manner.

AC: + and - 12V LED are on
+DC: +12V LED is on
- DC: -12V LED is on

When the L2 probe + is the positive (negative) potential, the Polarity indication LED indicates “+DC” (“-DC”).
During voltage test, L or R LED may light up.
In case of empty batteries, the ELV LED lights up >50VAC, >120VDC

7.2 Single-pole phase test

Function of this test may not be fully achieved if the insulation condition/ grounding conditions of user or of the equipment under test aren't good enough. Verification of live-circuit shouldn't be dependent on this Single-pole phase test only, but on the voltage test.

- Hold the tester good in your hand. Connect the "L2+" probe to the object under test. Live circuit LED lights up and buzzer sounds when a voltage of approx. 100V AC or more exists in the object under test. (Pol≥100VAC).

7.3 Phase rotation test

• L LED and R LED for Phase rotation test may operate on various wiring systems, but effective testing result can be obtained only on three-phase 4-wire system.
• Hold the tester good in your hand and connect both probes to the object under test.
• Phase-to-phase voltage is indicated by Voltage LEDs.
  • R LED lights up for Right rotary field.
  • L LED lights up for Left rotary field.
• Measurement principle: The instrument detects the phase rising order regarding the user as earth.
  Function of this test may not be fully achieved if the insulation condition/ grounding conditions of user or of the equipment under test is not good enough.

7.4 Continuity test

⚠️ Make sure the object under test isn’t live.

- Connect both test probes to the object under test. Continuity LED lights up and buzzer sounds continuously to indicate continuity

7.5 Torch light

- Pressing the torch light button to turn on the light and after approx. 10s it will turn itself off

8. Battery Replacement

⚠ Remove the probes from any testing point, when opening the Battery case. Batteries are dead when the continuity test with both test probes connected cannot be done anymore. A battery symbol in the LCD indicates low battery.

Follow the procedure below and replace batteries with new ones (type IEC LR03 1.5V).

- Unscrew the battery door, e.g. with a coin.

- Pull out the Battery door and replace the batteries. Insert new batteries according to the engraving on the Battery door.

- Re-assemble battery door.

⚠️ Confirm that the Battery door case is properly locked prior to measurements.

9. Technical data

• Voltage range: 12...690V AC (16...400Hz), DC(±)
• LED Nominal voltage: 12/24/50/120/230/400/690V, AC (16...400Hz), DC(±)
• LED tolerances according to EN61243-3
• ELV indication LED >50VAC, >120VDC
- Response time: < 1s at 100% of each nominal voltage
- LCD Range: 0...690V, AC (16...400Hz), DC(±) (MD 1160 only)
• LCD Resolution: 0.1V (MD 1160 only)
• LCD Accuracy : ±3%±5dgt (0...690V) (MD 1160 only)
- LCD Overrange indication: "OL" (MD 1160 only)
• Peak current: Is<3.5mA (at 690V)
• Measurement Duty: 30s ON (operation time), 240s OFF (recovery time)
- Internal battery consumption: Approx. 80mA
- Single-pole phase test voltage range: 100...690V AC (50/60Hz)
- Phase rotation test: 120...400V earth-to-phase, AC 50/60Hz
• Continuity test: Detection range 0...500kΩ + 50%
- Battery: 3V (IEC LR03 1.5V x 2)
- Temperature: -15...55°C operation; -20...70°C storage, No condensation
• Humidity: Max 85% RH
• Altitude up to 2000m
• Overvoltage CAT.III/ 1000V/ CAT. IV 600V
• Standard EN61243-3:2010
- Pollution degree 2
- Protection: IP 64

10. Cleaning and storage

⚠ Tester does not need any special maintenance if used according to user manual.
⚠️ Remove tester from all test points before cleaning.
Use a lightly damp cloth with neutral detergent for cleaning the instrument. Do not use abrasives or solvents.
⚠ Do not expose the instrument to direct sun light, high temperature and humidity or dewfall.
⚠ Remove batteries when the instrument will not be in use for a long period.

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