EXTECH DA50 Non-Contact Current Detector Data Sheet User Guide

User’s Guide

DA50 Non-Contact Current Detector

Safety Description Battery Installation

WARNING: Risk of Electrocution. Before use, always test the Current 1. Unscrew the probe tip.. Detector on a known current carrying circuit to verify proper

1. Current sensor 2. Insert two 1.5V button batteries (observe polarity).

operation

WARNING: Risk of Electrocution. Keep hands and fingers on the 2. ON and Current indicator lights

handle of the probe and away from the probe tip NOTE: If your meter does not work properly, check the battery to make

3. Sensitivity adjustment (rear)

sure that it still good and that it is properly inserted.

WARNING: If the equipment is used in manner not specified by

4. ON/OFF switch

manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be

impaired You, as the end user, are legally bound (Battery

5. Battery compartment

ordinance) to return all used batteries and accumulators;

CAUTION: Read, understand and follow Safety Rules and Operating

6. Telescoping rod disposal in the household garbage is prohibited!

Instructions in this manual before using this product.

You can hand over your used batteries / accumulators,

7. Probe storage area

Do not attempt to repair this unit. There are no user serviceable parts.

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Do not expose the unit to extreme temperatures or high humidity 8. Handle your community or wherever batteries / accumulators

Do not use the unit if it is wet or damaged are sold!

Disposal

Do not apply more than the rated voltage between the probe tip and

Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the

ground.

disposal of the device at the end of its lifecycle

Do not operate with the case open

This symbol, adjacent to another symbol or terminal, indicates

Operating Instructions

the user the user must refer to the manual for further information.

AC CURRENT DETECTION This symbol, adjacent to a terminal, indicates that, under normal 1. Lift the probe tip from the storage area and extend the use, hazardous voltages may be present telescoping rod. 2. Twist the rod into the LOCKED position as indicated.

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3. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. The green ON light will illuminate and the red detection light may flash.

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4. Adjust (decrease) the sensitivity adjustment until the red flashing All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in

Specifications voltage indicator light and the beeper just stop. any form Current Sensitivity 200m A AC at 0.2”

5. Move the probe tip near the current carrying conductor until the Bandwidth 50/60Hz tip flashes and beeper sounds. Operating Temperature 32 to 122o F (0 to 50o C) 6. Slowly adjust the sensitivity and reduce the distance between the probe and conductor to pinpoint and identify the conductor.

Storage Temperature -4 to 140o F (-20 to 60o C)

Altitude Operating below 2000 meters 7. To turn off the audible beeper, slide the ON/OFF switch to the position.

Relative Humidity 80% up to 31o C, decreasing to 50% at 50o C

NOTE: RF signals in close proximity to the detector may cause the light

Battery 2 x 1.5V button batteries (LR44/AG13)

and beeper to latch into a constant tone and light indication. Wait until Dimensions/Weight 7.7x2.4x1.2”(195x62x30mm)/ 5.2oz (148g) the RF signal has disappeared before proceeding with detection.

Safety For indoor use and in accordance with

Overvoltage Category IV 600V, Overvoltage Category III 1000V, Pollution Degree 2.

DA50-EU-V2.0 12/08