VOLTCRAFT VC-63 SE Bedienungsanleitung Seite 4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
VOLTAGE TESTER "VC-63 SE"
ITEM NO. 2139579
INTENDED USE
The 2pole voltage tester can be used to measure and display AC and DC voltages in an electrical
low-voltage circuit. The product also has an acoustic and visual circuit indicator as well as an RCD
test. Power is supplied by two batteries of type AAA/Micro included in the delivery.
The voltage tester complies with the standard for two-pole voltage testers of 12 - 690 V/CAT III
1000 V, CAT IV 600 V according to EN 61243-3:2014/EN 60529 as well as protection class IP64
(dust and splashed water). The product is suitable for use in dry or damp conditions. Use during rain
or other precipitation is not permitted. The voltage tester is designed for use by electrically skilled
persons using personal protective equipment.
The measuring instrument must not be operated when the battery compartment is open.
Measuring under adverse ambient conditions such as dust and flammable gases, vapours or
solvents is not permitted.
Always observe the safety instructions and all other information included in these operating instruc-
tions.
This product complies with the applicable national and European requirements. All names of com-
panies and products are the trademarks of the respective owners. All rights reserved.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• Voltage tester
• 2x batteries Micro/AAA
• 2x plastic protective sleeves
• 2x 4mm-adapter for unscrewing the measuring probes
• Operating instructions
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
T he lightning flash symbol in a triangle warns against the risk of an electric shock or
interference with the electrical safety of the device
An exclamation mark inside a triangle refers to important notes in the operating instruc-
tions.
The arrow symbol indicates special information and advice on operating the device.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The warranty will expire in case of any damage caused by the failure to follow
these operating instructions! We assume no liability for any resulting consequen-
tial damage!
We assume no liability for any damage to property or personal injuries caused by
improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions! The warranty will be
void in such cases.
• T he unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the product is not permitted for
safety and approval reasons. Do not disassemble the product.
• This product is not a toy. Therefore, be especially careful when children are around.
Use the product where it is out of the reach of children.
• Never use the product immediately after it has been taken from a cold room to a warm
one. The condensation that forms can ruin the product under certain circumstances.
• Avoid the following adverse conditions at the location of installation and during trans-
port:
- Extreme cold or heat, direct sunlight
- Dust or flammable gases, fumes or solvents
- Strong impacts, blows
• Do not leave packaging material carelessly lying around, since it could become a
dangerous plaything for children.
• Handle the product with care; it can be damaged by impacts, blows, or accidental falls,
even from a low height.
• Never touch the measuring probes or a measuring point during the measuring process.
There is the risk of an electrical shock.
• Never touch areas outside of the marked handling area during a measurement.
• D o not use in the immediate proximity of strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields or
transmission aerials. These can affect the measurement.
• Prior to and after each measurement, check your instrument and the measuring leads
for damage. Never take any measurements if the protective insulation is defective or
the measuring instrument is damaged otherwise.
• Be especially careful when dealing with voltages higher than 50 V/AC or 75 V/DC. Even
at such voltages you can get a life-threatening electric shock if you come into contact
with live electrical wires.
• The measuring instrument is suitable for use in dry or damp conditions. Avoid use in a
wet environment.
• Always ensure that the measuring probes are perfectly clean. Dirty or even corroded
measuring probes can lead to an incorrect measurement.
• The measuring probes must only be touched at the handles provided for this purpose.
VERSION 07/19
Otherwise, there is danger of an electric shock.
• Never exceed the highest permissible voltage values. If the stated values are
exceeded, the product may become damaged and a fatal hazard exists. (See chapter
"Technical Data").
• T he recovery time as specified in Technical Data must always be adhered to. Other-
wise, the product could be damaged.
• T he voltage values specified are nominal voltages.
• If the neutral wire (N) or the earth wire (PE) is interrupted, no reading is shown.
• Use the measuring instrument only within the allowed ambient conditions (see Chapter
"Technical Data").
• Always attach the measuring probe cover if you are no longer using the device.
• Keep the measuring instrument in a dry, dust-proof place when not in use.
• When using the voltage tester in the measurement category CAT III and CAT IV, it
is recommended to attach the plastic protective sleeves to the measuring probe to
decrease the exposed contact tip length of the probe. This reduces the risk of possible
short circuit during testing.
• Depending on the internal impedance of the voltage tester, there are different ways
of displaying "operating voltage present" or "operating voltage not present" in the
presence of interference voltage.
• A voltage tester with relatively low internal impedance does not display all interference
voltages with an initial value above ELV, compared to the reference value of 100 kΩ.
Upon contact with the parts to be tested, the voltage tester may temporarily reduce the
interference voltage by discharging to a level below ELV; however, after removing the
voltage detector, the interference voltage will assume its original value again.
• W hen the notification "voltage present" does not appear, it is strongly recommended
that you insert the earthing device before starting work.
• A voltage tester with relatively high internal impedance will not clearly display "ope-
rating voltage present" in the event of existing interference voltage, compared to the
reference value of 100 kΩ.
• When "voltage present" appears on a part which is considered disconnected from the
system, it is strongly recommended to check the state "operating voltage not present"
with additional measures (e.g., using a suitable voltage tester, visual inspection of the
disconnection point in the electrical network, etc.) to make sure the voltage indicated by
the voltage tester is not a fault.
• A voltage tester indicating two values of the internal impedance has passed the design
test for handling interference voltages and is able to differentiate (within technical limits)
the operating voltage from the interference voltage and directly or indirectly display the
existing voltage type.
CAT I Measurement Category I is applicable to measuring circuits of electrical and electronic
equipment that is not directly supplied with mains voltage (battery-operated devices,
etc.)
CAT II
Measurement Category II is applicable to measuring circuits of electrical and electronic
equipment that is directly supplied with the mains voltage via a power plug. This cat-
egory also covers all smaller categories (e.g. CAT I for measuring signal and control
voltages).
CAT III
Measurement Category III is applicable to measuring circuits of installations in buildings
(e.g. electric sockets or sub-distributions). This category also covers all smaller catego-
ries (e.g. CAT II for measuring electronic devices).
CATIV Measurement Category IV is applicable to measuring at the origin of the low-voltage
installation (e.g. main distribution, electricity provider's transfer points to homes, etc.)
and outdoors. This category also contains all lower categories.
GENERAL BATTERY INSTRUCTIONS
• Batteries should be kept out of the reach of children.
• Do not leave batteries lying around in the open; there is a risk of them being swallowed by child-
ren or pets. If they are swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
• Leaking or damaged batteries can lead to caustic burning of the skin. Therefore, use suitable
protective gloves.
• B atteries must not be short-circuited, opened or thrown into fire. There is a risk of explosion.
• M ake sure that the polarity is correct when inserting the batteries (pay attention to plus/+ and
minus/-).