USER GUIDE Circuit Breaker Finder/Receptacle Tester
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1. Meter Description Transmitter 1 GFCI Test button 2 Receptacle Test Code Chart 3 Test Indicating LED s Receiver Battery Compartment ON OFF RESET button EXTECH Low Battery LED Circuit Breaker Finder Indicating LED Sensing Tip OI Du E Battery Cover Latch Operation Functional Test Turn the receiver on and check that 1 The Indicating LED is ON and Red 2 The Low Battery LED is OFF If either of these conditions does not exist replace the battery Plug the transmitter into a live socket and move the receiver scanning head over the face of the transmitter The frequency of the beeping should become very rapid or change to a continuous tone The Indicating LED should turn Green when the scanning head is detecting a signal hotspot this is good practice for scanning since the indication is similar to finding the correct circuit breaker at the panel 3 CB20 EU EN V1 2 5 13 Setting Maximum Sensitivity Before performing a scan set the unit for maximum sensitivity To maximize sensitivity After powering the unit ON hold the unit away from the circuit breaker panel and then press and release the reset button once Finding a Circuit Breaker The transmitter injects a signal onto the circuit which can be detected by the receiver The receiver will beep and the indicating LED will change from red to green when the strongest signal is located The receiver sensitivity automatica2. EXTECH USER GUIDE INSTRUMENTS Circuit Breaker Finder Receptacle Tester Model CB20 Circuit Breaker Finder Introduction Thank you for selecting the Extech Model CB20 This device is shipped fully tested and calibrated and with proper use will provide years of reliable service Please visit our website www extech com to check for the latest version of this User Guide Product Updates and Customer Support Safety International Safety Symbols A A This symbol adjacent to another symbol or terminal indicates the user must refer to the manual for further information This symbol adjacent to a terminal indicates that under normal use hazardous voltages may be present O Double insulation Safety Note Remove the battery if the device is to be stored for longer than 60 days Cautions If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired This product is designed for use by suitably qualified personnel familiar with electrical supply systems Before using this product read these instructions and safety warnings Failure to comply with the safety warning or use of the unit in a manner not specified may result in serious injury or damage to equipment Use in dry conditions Before use test that unit is functioning correctly WARNING Refer all indicated problems to a qualified electrician 2 CB20 EU EN V1 2 5 13
3. TRAL WITH HOT OPEN O O HOT AND GROUND REVERSED 0ee HOT AND NEUTRAL REVERSED ee OPEN HOT OOO OPEN NEUTRAL 00e OPEN GROUND 00 OOFF ON Receptacle GFCI Test 1 Before using the tester press the TEST button on the installed GFCI receptacle the GFCI should trip If it does not trip do not use the circuit and call a qualified electrician If it does trip press the RESET button on the receptacle Plug the Transmitter Receptacle tester into the outlet Verify that the wiring is correct as described above Press and hold the test button on the tester for at least 8 seconds the indicator lights on the tester will shut off when the GFCI trips If the circuit does not trip either the wiring is incorrect or the wiring is correct and the GFCI is defective 6 CB20 EU EN V1 2 5 13 Battery Replacement When the red low battery LED on the receiver turns on the 9V battery must be replaced To replace the battery e Press down on the battery cover latch then slide the cover to the rear and lift off e Replace the 9V battery e Reinstall the battery cover Note The transmitter is powered by the AC line and does not require a battery All EU users are legally bound by the Battery Ordinance to return all used batteries to community collection points or wherever batteries accumulators are sold Disposal in household trash or refuse is prohibited Disposal Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the disposal of the device
4. at the end of its lifecycle Other Battery Safety Reminders e Never dispose of batteries in a fire Batteries may explode or leak e Never mix battery types Always install new batteries of the same type Please dispose of batteries responsibly always observe local state and federal regulations with regard to battery disposal Cleaning Wipe the exterior surface of the transmitter and receiver with a damp cloth or cleansing wipe Do not use solvents Dry thoroughly before use 7 CB20 EU EN V1 2 5 13 Specifications Operating Voltage Operating Frequency Power supply Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Humidity Operating Altitude Weight Dimensions Approvals UL Listed 90 to 120VAC 47 to 63Hz 9V battery receiver 52C to 402C 412F to 1042F 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Max 80 up to 312C 872F decreasing linearly to 50 at 402C 1042F lt 80 2000 meters 7000ft maximum Transmitter 91g 3 202 Receiver 136g 4 802 Transmitter 118 x 60 x 35mm 4 6 x 2 4 x 1 4 Receiver 196 x 55 x 36mm 7 7 x 2 2 x 1 4 UL CE The UL mark does not indicate that this product has been evaluated for the accuracy of its readings Copyright 2013 FLIR Systems Inc All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form 1SO 9001 Certified www extech com 8 CB20 EU EN V1 2 5 13
5. lly adjusts to minimize false identifications Please follow the instructions below very carefully with regard to the orientation angle of the sensor head to the circuit breaker area Failure to follow these directions exactly could lead to inconclusive test results also note the accompanying diagram for additional guidance 1 Plug the transmitter into the socket under test and the correct LEDs will turn on 2 Goto the circuit breaker panel or fuse box and switch ON the receiver The Indicating LED on the receiver will light red to indicate automatic scan 3 Place the sensing tip in contact with the face of the circuit breaker or fuses The sensing tip must be flat against the circuit r breaker at all times during the test Any tilt in the angle in one direction or another will affect the sensor s ability to pick up the signal 4 Slowly run the sensing tip along the row of circuit breakers Maintain a constant angle to the breakers as shown The frequency of the beeping will increase to a very rapid or continuous tone and the LED will turn from red to green when the receiver encounters the breaker with the strongest signal Continue the scan through all the breakers 5 Repeat the scan of the row of breakers With each sweep the receiver will automatically adjust its sensitivity and disregard weaker signals 6 Continue scanning until the correct indication rapid or continuous tone and green LED is given
6. only when the sensing tip is over one breaker or fuse This is the breaker protecting the circuit that the transmitter is plugged into 7 Turn the selected circuit breaker off and the receiver will revert to a red LED display 8 Return to the tested socket and confirm that the correct breaker has been selected by checking that the LEDs on the transmitter are no longer ON power is off 9 Press and Hold the ON OFF RESET button to turn the Receiver OFF 4 CB20 EU EN V1 2 5 13 Tips for automatic scanning The receiver works by comparing the strength of the signal received from one breaker to the next Observe the following for best results e Important The first strong signal encountered may not be the strongest there is Do not stop scanning when a strong signal is first encountered It is essential to continue scanning until all the breakers are tested to insure the correct breaker is located e Do not let the scanning head wander around To operate well the automatic scanning memory needs a consistent signal e Keep the red scanning head at the same angle relative to the breaker or fuses for the duration of the test e Keep the head in contact with the breaker during each sweep to ensure consistency in the proximity of the head to the breaker e Test only the same side of each breaker during a test Pay particular attention to this when testing a vertically hung panel which may have neighboring breakers mounted in opposite direc
7. tions e Always reset the receiver away from the distribution board before changing any test condition Alternate Scanning Techniques Due to the differing designs of circuit breakers it may sometimes be unclear from the above procedure which of two breakers the strongest signal comes from particularly if it appears to come from a boundary area between two adjacent breakers In the event of this occurring one of the following variations should enable clear identification A Reset the receiver and scan the breakers on the opposite side of the switch The strongest signal may be found at the top of the breaker B Reset the receiver and scan the breakers at a 90 angle to the original scan At some point a stronger signal will be found scan at the new angle 5 CB20 EU EN V1 2 5 13 Receptacle Wiring Test Plug the Transmitter Receptacle tester into the outlet The three LED s will indicate circuit condition The diagram lists all of the conditions that the CB20 can detect The LED s in this diagram represent the view from the GECI button side of the transmitter When viewing the other side of the transmitter the LED s will be a mirror image of those shown here The tester will not indicate the quality of the ground connection 2 hot wires in a circuit a combination of defects or reversal of ground and neutral conductors CORRECT WIRING ece GECI TESTING IN PROGRESS IIJ HOT ON NEU
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