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User Manual

Limited 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 EXPRESSED, 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

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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

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Non-warranty Repairs and Replacement – Europe

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	AT-8000 Advanced Wire Tracer
CONTENTS
1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES..............................................................		2
2. KIT COMPONENTS.................................................................................................		5
2.1	AT-8000-R Receiver.........................................................................................................	6
2.2	AT-8000-T Transmitter....................................................................................................	8
2.3	CT-400 Signal Clamp.......................................................................................................	11
3. MAIN APPLICATIONS ............................................................................................		12
3.1	Tracing Energized Wires.................................................................................................	13
	• Using the Receiver in Energized SMART SENSORTM mode........................................	14
	• Using Receiver in Energized TIP SENSOR mode........................................................	15
3.2	Tracing De-Energized Wires...........................................................................................	16
	• Using Receiver in De-Energized TIP SENSOR mode
3.3	Identifying Breakers and Fuses.......................................................................................	17
	• Using Receiver in Energized & De-Energized Breaker mode
3.4	Non-Contact Voltage Mode (NCV) ................................................................................	20
4. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS ........................................................................................		21
4.1	GFCI-Protected Circuit Wire Tracing..............................................................................	21
4.2	Finding Breaks/Opens ...................................................................................................	22
4.3	Finding Shorts ................................................................................................................	22
4.4	Tracing Wires in Metal Conduit: Junction Box Method...............................................	23
4.5	Tracing Non-Metallic Pipes and Conduits.....................................................................	23
4.6	Tracing Shielded Wires...................................................................................................	24
4.7	Tracing Underground Wires..........................................................................................	25
4.8	Tracing Low Voltage Wires and Data Cables................................................................	25
4.9	Sorting Bundled Wires...................................................................................................	26
4.10 Mapping a Circuit using Test Leads Connection.........................................................		27
4.11 Tracing Breakers/Fuses on Systems with Light Dimmers.............................................		27
4.12 Signal Clamp - Closed Loop Circuits.............................................................................		28
4.13 Signal Clamp - Mapping Circuits..................................................................................		30
5. MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................		31
5.1	Battery Replacement.......................................................................................................	31
5.2	Fuse Replacement...........................................................................................................	34
6. SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................................		35

1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES

General

For your own safety and to avoid damage to the instrument we suggest you to follow the procedures listed below:

NOTE: Before and during measurements be diligent to follow the instructions.

•Make sure that the electrical instrument is operating properly before use.

•Before attaching any of the conductors, make sure that the voltage present in the conductor is in the range of the instrument.

•Keep the instruments in their carrying case when not in use.

•If the Transmitter or Receiver will not be used for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent leakage in the instruments.

•Use Amprobe approved cables and accessories only.

Safety precautions

In many instances, dangerous levels of voltage and/or current may be present. Therefore, it is important to avoid direct contact with any uninsulated voltage/current carrying surfaces. Insulated gloves and protective clothing should be worn in hazardous voltage areas.

•Do not measure voltage or current in wet, damp or dusty places.

•Do not measure voltage in the presence of gas, explosive materials or combustibles.

•Do not touch the circuit under test if no measurement is being taken.

•Do not touch exposed metal parts, such as unused terminals and circuits.

•Do not use the instrument if it appears to be malfunctioning (i.e. if you notice deformations, breaks, leakage of substances, absence of messages on the display, etc).

Safety information

The product complies with:

•UL/IEC/EN 61010-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, Pollution Degree 2, Measurement category IV 600 V MAX

•IEC/EN 61010-2-030

•IEC/EN 61010-2-032

•IEC/EN 61010-031 (test leads)

•EMC IEC/EN 61326-1

Measurement Category IV (CAT IV) is for circuits that are directly connected to the primary utility power source for a given building or between the building power supply and the main distribution board. Such equipment may include electricity tariff meters and primary over current protection devices.

Measurement Category II (CAT II) is for measurements performed on circuit directly connected to the low voltage installation. Examples are measurements on house hold appliances, portable tools and similar equipment.

CENELEC Directives

The instruments conform to CENELEC Low-voltage directive 2014/35/EU and Electromagnetic compatibility directive 2014/30/EU.

1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES

Warnings: Read Before Using

To avoid the possibility of electric shock or personal injury:

•Use the Product only as specified in this manual or the protection provided by the instrument may be compromised.

•Avoid working alone so assistance can be rendered.

•Test on a known signal source within the rated voltage range of the Product both before and after use to ensure the Product is in good working conditions.

•Do not use the Product around explosive gas, vapor, or in damp or wet environments.

•Inspect the Product before use and do not use if it appears damaged. Check for cracks or missing plastic. Pay particular attention to the insulation around the connectors.

•Inspect the test leads and other accessories before use. Do not use if insulation is damaged or metal is exposed.

•Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly. Protection may be impaired. When in doubt, have the Product serviced.

•Check the test leads for continuity. Replace damaged test leads before using the Product.

•Have the Product serviced only by qualified service personnel.

•Use extreme caution when working around bare conductors or bus bars. Contact with the conductor could result in electric shock.

•Do not hold the Product beyond the tactile barrier.

•Do not apply more than the rated voltage and CAT rating, as marked on the Product, between the terminals or between any terminal and earth ground.

•Remove test leads from the Product before opening the Product case or battery cover.

•Never operate the Product with the battery cover removed or the case open.

•Use caution when working with voltages above 30 V AC RMS, 42 V AC peak, or 60 V DC. These voltages pose a shock hazard.

•Do not exceed the Measurement Category (CAT) rating of the lowest rated individual component of a Product, probe, or accessory.

•Do not attempt to connect to any circuit carrying voltage that may exceed the maximum range of the Product.

•Use the proper terminals, functions and ranges for your measurements.

•When using alligator clips and test probes, keep fingers behind the finger guards.

•Use only exact fuse replacement and specified replacement parts.

•When making electrical connections, connect the common test lead before connecting the live test lead; when disconnecting, disconnect the live test lead before disconnecting the common test lead.

•To avoid false readings that can lead to electrical shock and/or injury, replace the batteries as soon as the low battery indicator appears. Check Product operation on a known source before and after use.

•Use only AA batteries, properly installed in the Product case, to power the Product (see Section 5.1: Battery Replacement).

•When servicing, use only specified user serviceable replacement parts.

•Adhere to local and national safety codes. Individual protective equipment must be used to prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous live conductors are exposed.

•Only use the test lead provided with the Product or UL Listed Probe Assembly rated CAT IV 600 V or better.

•\ Do not use the HOT STICK (TIC 410A) to operate the AT-8000-R Receiver at voltages above 600 V.

•Remove the batteries if the Product is not used for an extended period of time, or if stored in temperatures above 122 °F (50 °C). If the batteries are not removed, battery leakage can damage the Product.

•Follow all battery care and charging instructions from the battery manufacturer.

•Do not use the Product to check for absence of voltage. Please use an appropriate voltage tester instead.

1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES

Symbols used in this product

Battery status – Displays the remaining battery charge.

Home – Return to home screen when selected.

Help – Enters to the help guide when selected.

Settings – Enters to the settings menu when selected.

Indicates the volume is muted.

Volume – Displays the volume in four levels.

Sensitivity indicator – Displays the sensitivity level from 1 to 10.

Icon indicating energized system.

Icon indicating de-energized system.

Signal strength indicator – Shows the strength of the signal from 0 to 99.

SIGNAL

MAN/AUTO Shows whether the sensitivity adjustment is in Manual or Automatic mode.

Lock indicates if the Auto sensitivity lock is active (Only in Auto sensitivity mode).

Application and removal from hazardous live conductors permitted.

Caution! Risk of electric shock.

WCaution! Refer to the explanation in this Manual.

TThe equipment is protected by double insulation or reinforced insulation.

JEarth (Ground).

CAT IV 600V Overvoltage up to Category IV 600V (transient protection up to 8 kV).

IFuse.

)Conforms to relevant North American Safety Standards.

PComplies with European Directives.

Conforms to relevant Australian standards.

This product complies with the WEEE Directive marking requirements. The affixed label indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic

=product in domestic household waste. Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as category 9 “Monitoring and Control Instrumentation” product. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.

1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES

This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed for safe operation and maintenance of the instrument. If the Product is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the Product may be impaired. This Product meets water and dust protection IP52 (Receiver) and IP40 (Transmitter and signal clamp) per

IEC 60529. Do NOT operate outside during periods of rainfall. The Product is double insulated for protection per EN 61010-1 to CAT IV 600 V.

CAUTION: Do not connect the Transmitter to a separate ground in Electrically Susceptible Patient areas of a health care facility. Make the ground connection first and disconnect it last.

2. KIT COMPONENTS

Your shipping box should include:

	AT-8020 KIT	AT-8030 KIT
AT-8000-R RECEIVER	1	1
AT-8000-T TRANSMITTER	1	1
TL-8000-INT TEST LEAD AND ACCESSORY KIT*	1	1
CC-8000 HARD CARRYING CASE	1	1
BATTERY CHARGERS	-	3
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES NIMH TYPE 1.2 V AA	-	12
(IEC LR6)	-	12
(IEC LR6)
BATTERIES ALKALINE 1.5 V AA (IEC LR6)	12	-
CT-400 SIGNAL CLAMP	-	1
HS-1 MAGNETIC HANGER	-	1
USER MANUAL	1	1
QUICK START GUIDE	1	1

*TL-8000-INT test lead and accessory kit includes:

•2 x 1 m test leads (red, black): CAT IV 600 V

•1 x 7 m test lead (green): CAT IV 600 V

•2 x Alligator clips (red, black): CAT IV 600 V

•2 x Outlet blade adapters (red, black): CAT II 300 V

•2 x Outlet round adapters (red, black): CAT II 300 V

Optional Accessories:

•TL-8000-25M 25 m test lead

•ADPTR-SCT Socket adapter

•HS-1 Magnetic hanger

•CT-400 Signal clamp

2. KIT COMPONENTS

2.1 AT-8000-R Receiver

The AT-8000-R Receiver detects the signal generated by the AT-8000-T Transmitter along wires using either the Tip Sensor or Smart SensorTM and displays this information on the full color TFT LCD display.

Active tracing using a signal generated by the AT-8000-T Transmitter

The Smart SensorTM works with a 6 kHz signal generated along Energized wires (above 30 V AC/DC) and provides an indication of the wire position and direction relative to the Receiver. The Smart SensorTM is not designed to work on De-energized systems; for that application the Tip Sensor should be used in De-energized mode.

The Tip Sensor may be used on either Energized or De-energized wires and can be used for general tracing, tracing in tight spaces, locating breakers/fuses, pinpointing wires in bundles or in junction boxes. The TIP SENSOR mode will pinpoint the wire location with both an audible and visual indication of detected signal strength, but unlike SMART SENSORTM mode it will not provide wire direction or orientation.

Note: The Receiver will NOT detect signals from the wire through metal conduit or shielded cable. Refer to Special Applications, section 4.4 “Tracing Wires In Metal Conduit” for alternative tracing methods.

SMART SENSORTM

(Back side)

TACTILE BARRIER

NCV BUTTON

Non-Contact

Voltage mode

4-WAY NAVIGATION KEYS

RUBBER OVER MOLDED ENCLOSURE

TIP SENSOR

LCD DISPLAY

Full color TFT display

TACTILE BARRIER

SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT

BUTTON (-/+)

ENTER BUTTON

Selects the function

POWER BUTTON

BATTERY COMPARTMENT

(Back side)

HOT STICK ATTACHMENT POINT

(Do not use for voltage higher

than 600 V) Figure 2.1a: Overview of AT-8000-R Receiver

2. KIT COMPONENTS

		Battery
		status
	ENERGIZED:
Main
applications	DE-ENERGIZED:
Help guide		-
Setting menu		-
Buzzer volume adjustment		Sensitivity adjustment

Figure 2.1b: Overview of home screen elements

x.x.x	x.x
Home menu

Figure 2.1c: Overview of settings menu elements

Language	English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Backlight	25%, 50%, 75%, 100%
Setting	DEFAULT : Restore default settings
Help Guidance	ON	: Device will guide you through each mode
	OFF	: Device will start without guidance
Sensitivity*	MAN	: Manual sensitivity adjustment (+) and (-) keys
	AUTO	: Auto sensitivity adjustment
Smart SensorTM	SHORT	: For wire detection up to 3 feet
Range	LONG	: For wire detection between 3 and 20 feet

*Note: The Auto and Manual sensitivity mode can be easily changed by pressing the + and

– key at the same time when the Receiver is in a tracing mode. When sensitivity mode is set to “Auto” manual adjustment is disabled.

2. KIT COMPONENTS

2.2 AT-8000-T Transmitter

The AT-8000-T Transmitter works on Energized and De-energized circuits up to 600 V AC/DC in Category I through Category IV electrical environments.

VOLTAGE WARNING
INDICATOR
1. Red: Energized
2. Off: De-energized
3. Blinking: Overvoltage	AT-8000-T
	TRANSMITTER
		TRANSMISSION MODE
VOLUME		INDICATOR
ADJUSTMENT
BUTTON (+/-)
LOOP MODE INDICATOR		MUTE INDICATOR
	HI	HIGH SIGNAL MODE
RUBBER OVERMOLDED	LO	Press >2s for Loop mode
	LO

ENCLOSURE		LOW SIGNAL
		LOW SIGNAL
POWER BUTTON		(PRECISION) MODE
POWER BUTTON		BATTERY STATUS
		BATTERY STATUS

Figure 2.3: Overview of AT-8000-T Transmitter

ON/OFF: Short press to turn the Transmitter on. Long press >2s to turn the Transmitter off.

Volume adjustment: The volume can be changed by short presses on VOLUME UP/DOWN buttons. In addition to mute, four volume levels are available. The chosen volume level will be shown on LED display for a short time. If sound is muted, the MUTE LED light will be on. The sound pattern is different depending on chosen operating mode.

Voltage Warning indicator: The warning light will be ON for Energized circuits (30 to 600 V AC/DC), OFF for De-energized circuits (0 to 30 V AC/DC), and BLINKING if an overvoltage is detected (> 650 V AC/DC).

TRANSMISSION MODE INDICATOR: The LEDs will blink with different rhythm depending on the chosen operating mode.

Transmitting in HIGH mode – Fast blinking Transmitting in LOW mode – Slow blinking Transmitting in LOOP mode – Alternating blinking

High mode: Short press on HI to turn on HIGH transmitting mode. Second short press on HI button to turn off transmitting.

Low mode: Short press on LO to turn on LOW transmitting mode. Second short press on LO button to turn off transmitting.

Loop mode: Long press (>2s) on HI to turn on Loop mode. Short or long press on HI button to turn off Loop mode.

2. KIT COMPONENTS

Transmitter signal modes:

High Signal (Hi) – The HIGH mode function is recommended for most wire tracing applications on Energized and De-energized circuits including breaker/fuse location. This function will be used the majority of the time.

Low Signal (Lo) – The LOW mode function is only appropriate for the most demanding and precise wire tracing applications, as it limits the signal level generated by the Transmitter in order to pinpoint the wire location more precisely. A lower signal level reduces coupling to neighboring wires and metal objects, which avoids misreadings due to ghost signals. A lower signal also prevents oversaturating the Receiver with a strong signal that covers too large of an area.

Loop mode – This mode is initiated by pressing and holding the HI button for >2 seconds. It should be used when working with closed loop De-energized circuits, such as shorted wires, shielded cables or De-energized wires that are grounded on the far-end.

How is the Loop function different from the Hi or Lo settings when using test leads?

Both HIGH and LOW modes generate a signal in all open branches of the De-energized circuit. This is useful when tracing open wires. Hi/Lo modes will NOT work on wires that are shorted (closed loop) or grounded on the far-end because the signal cannot be generated.

SENSORTIP

Figure 2.2a: Generating a signal with HIGH and LOW modes and closed loop

Loop mode generates a signal (current flow) in closed loop De-energized circuits only. Loop mode is used to pinpoint the location of a short (because the current will not be able to flow in open branches) and to trace wires that are grounded on the far end (because the loop is closed via ground connection).

SENSORTIP

Figure 2.2b: Generating a signal in Loop mode

Note: Loop mode only works on De-energized circuits. However the receiver needs to be set to Energized sensor mode (the transmitter creates safe low voltage state). It is automatically disabled when the Transmitter is connected to an Energized line with test leads.

2. KIT COMPONENTS

Working with the Transmitter

When the Transmitter is on and connected to the circuit with test leads, it checks for voltage. A red Voltage Warning Indicator will light up if the Transmitter detects dangerous voltage levels above 30 V AC/DC.

IMPORTANT!

The Voltage Warning Indicator light will blink when overvoltage (> 650 V AC/DC) is detected. In case of overvoltage immediately disconnect the Transmitter from the circuit.

This Voltage Waning Indicator is not desinged to check for absence of voltage. Please use a voltage tester therefore.

If the High (HI) or Low (LO) Signal button is pressed momentarily, the Transmitter starts generating a tracing signal. Based on the detected voltage, the Transmitter automatically switches to either:

•Energized mode (30 to 600 V AC/DC) generating 6 kHZ frequency

•De-energized mode (0 to 30 V AC/DC) generating 33 kHz frequency

Energized mode uses a lower transmission frequency (6 kHz) than De-energized mode (33 kHz) to reduce signal coupling between wires. De-energized mode requires a higher frequency in order to generate a reliable signal.

Energized mode: In Energized mode, the Transmitter draws a very low current from the Energized circuit and generates a 6 kHz signal. This is a very important feature of the Transmitter, since drawing current does not inject any signal that would harm sensitive equipment connected to the circuit. The signal is also generated in a direct path between the Transmitter and the power source, thus NOT placing a signal onto any branches enabling wiring tracing directly back to the breaker/fuse panel. Please note that due to this feature, the Transmitter has to be connected on the load side of the circuit.

De-energized mode: In De-energized mode, the Transmitter injects a 33 kHz signal onto the circuit. In this mode, the signal will travel though all the circuit branches because it is injected. The high frequency/low energy signal will not harm any sensitive equipment.

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