RELAY TESTER
66249
These instructions accompanying the product are the original instructions. This document is part of the product,
keep it for the life of the product passing it on to any subsequent holder of the product. Read all these
instructions before assembling, operating or maintaining this product.
This manual has been compiled by Draper Tools describing the purpose for which the product has been
designed, and contains all the necessary information to ensure its correct and safe use. By following all the
general safety instructions contained in this manual, it will ensure both product and operator safety, together
with longer life of the product itself.
AlI photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate the operation of the
product.
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this manual, the Draper
Tools policy of continuous improvement determines the right to make modifications without prior warning.
1. TITLE PAGE
1.1 INTRODUCTION:
USER MANUAL FOR: Relay tester
Stock No’s: 66249
Part No’s: RT-100
1.2 REVISIONS:
Date first published June 2017.
As our user manuals are continually updated, users should make sure that they use
the very latest version.
Downloads are available from: http://drapertools.com/manuals
Draper Tools Limited
Hursley Road
Chandler’s Ford
Eastleigh
Hampshire
SO53 1YF
UK
Website: drapertools.com
Product Helpline: +44 (0) 23 8049 4344
General Fax: +44 (0) 23 8026 0784
1.3 UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUALS SAFETY CONTENT:
WARNING! – Information that draws attention to the risk of injury or death.
CAUTION! – Information that draws attention to the risk of damage to the product or
surroundings.
1.4 COPYRIGHT © NOTICE:
Copyright © Draper Tools Limited.
Permission is granted to reproduce this publication for personal and educational use
only. Commercial copying, redistribution, hiring or lending is prohibited.
No part of this publication may be stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any
other form or means without written permission from Draper Tools Limited.
In all cases this copyright notice must remain intact.
2. CONTENTS
1. TITLE PAGE
1.1 INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................2
1.2 REVISION HISTORY ..................................................................................................2
1.3 UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL .............................................................................2
1.4 COPYRIGHT NOTICE .................................................................................................2
2. CONTENTS
2.1 CONTENTS....................................................................................................................3
3. GUARANTEE
3.1 GUARANTEE...............................................................................................................4
4. INTRODUCTION
4.1 SCOPE.........................................................................................................................5
4.2 SPECIFICATION..........................................................................................................5
4.3 HANDLING AND STORAGE........................................................................................5
5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
5.1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................6
6. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
6.1 IDENTIFICATION.........................................................................................................7
7. UNPACKING AND CHECKING
7.1 PACKAGING ...............................................................................................................8
8. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
8.1 TESTING .....................................................................................................................9
8.2 OPERATION OF RELAY TESTER...............................................................................9
9. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
9.1 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS.....................................................................................10
10. DISPOSAL
10.1 DISPOSAL ................................................................................................................. 11
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY.............................................................................. ENCLOSED
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3. GUARANTEE
3.1 GUARANTEE
Draper tools have been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and are guaranteed to be
free from defective materials and workmanship.
Should the tool develop a fault, please return the complete tool to your nearest distributor or
contact:
Draper Tools Limited, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 1YF. England.
Telephone Sales Desk: (023) 8049 4333 or:
Product Helpline (023) 8049 4344.
A proof of purchase must be provided.
If upon inspection it is found that the fault occurring is due to defective materials or workmanship,
repairs will be carried out free of charge. This guarantee period covering parts/labour is 12 months
from the date of purchase except where tools are hired out when the guarantee period is 90 days
from the date of purchase. This guarantee does not apply to normal wear and tear, nor does it
cover any damage caused by misuse, careless or unsafe handling, alterations, accidents, or
repairs attempted or made by any personnel other than the authorised Draper warranty repair
agent.
Note: If the tool is found not to be within the terms of warranty, repairs and carriage charges will be
quoted and made accordingly.
This guarantee applies in lieu of any other guarantee expressed or implied and variations of its
terms are not authorised.
Your Draper guarantee is not effective unless you can produce upon request a dated receipt or
invoice to verify your proof of purchase within the guarantee period.
Please note that this guarantee is an additional benefit and does not affect your statutory rights.
Draper Tools Limited.
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4. INTRODUCTION
4.1 SCOPE
For the testing of 4 and 5 pin electro-mechanical relays. Any other application is considered
misuse.
4.2 SPECIFICATION
Stock No...................................................................................................................................66249
Part No. ................................................................................................................................ RT-100
Relay configuration............................................................................................................ 4pin / 5pin
Rated Voltage .............................................................................................................................12V
Dimensions (WxHxD)............................................................................................. 68 x 140 x 36mm
Weight .......................................................................................................................................622g
4.3 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Care must still be taken when handling, dropping this tester will have an effect on the accuracy.
This tester is not a toy and must be respected.
The environment will have a negative result on its operation if you are not careful. If the air is
damp, components will rust. If the tester is unprotected from dust and debris; components will
become clogged.
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5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
5.1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warning: Risk of Electrocution. Keep hands and fingers away from metal probe clamps and
relay insertion points.
Caution: Read, understand and follow Safety Instructions and Operating Instructions in this
manual before using this product.
a) Do not attempt to repair unit. There are no serviceable parts.
b) Do not expose the unit to extreme temperatures or high humidity.
c) Do not use the unit if it is wet or damaged.
d) Do not apply more than the rated current and voltage.
e) Do not operate with the case open or broken.
f) Do not allow the battery clips to touch each other.
Workshop Safety
• WARNING! Ensure Health and Safety, local authority and general workshop practice regulations
are adhered to when using tools.
• DO NOT use tools if damaged.
• Maintain tools in good and clean condition for best and safest performance.
• Wear approved eye protection.
• Wear suitable clothing to avoid snagging. DO NOT wear jewellery and tie back long hair.
• Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
• DO NOT attempt to start engine or move vehicle whilst in gear.
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6. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
6.1 IDENTIFICATION
Front panel relay sockets.
Pass/Fail LED.
Test button.
4-pin and 5-pin selector switch.
Crocodile clips.
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7. UNP ACKING AND CHECKING
7.1 PACKAGING
Carefully remove the tester from the packaging and examine it for any sign of damage that may
have happened during shipping. If any part is damaged or missing; please contact the Draper
Helpline (the telephone number appears on the Title page) and do not attempt to use the machine.
The packaging material should be retained at least during the guarantee period: in case the
machine needs to be returned for repair.
Warning! Some of the packaging materials used may be harmful to children. Do not leave any of
these materials in the reach of children.
If any of the packaging is to be thrown away, make sure they are disposed of correctly; according
to local regulations.
8. OPERATING INSTRUCTION
8.1 TESTING
This Relay Tester is used to test 4 and 5 pin electro-mechanical relays commonly found on
modern vehicles.
The Relay Tester tests the following conditions:
• Coil resistance
• Surge suppression
• Open/closed contact integrity
• Contact cycling test for intermittent failure detection
• Loaded contact continuity
• Relay close-to-open time
8.2 OPERATION OF RELAY TESTER
1. Turn the vehicle's ignition OFF.
2. Carefully connect the tester's crocodile clips to the vehicle's 12V battery for power. First
connect the Black cable to the ground post (negative-) and the red to the positive(+) post.
3. Relays are plugged directly into the face of the meter for testing. Choose the socket
configuration that matches the relay under test.
4. Use the 4-pin/ 5-pin selector switch to match the relay under test.
5. Press the TEST button for approx. 13 seconds to perform the test.
The relay tester will cycle the relay ten times, testing the resistance, contacts and consistency
with in each cycle.
6. The Pass/Fail LED indicator will show the test result.
• If the relay is faulty the LED will be red.
• If the relay is OK the LED will be green.
9. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
9.1 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
Do not dispose of WEEE*
unsorted municipal waste.
Warning!
Read the instruction manual.
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10. DISPOSAL
10.1 DISPOSAL
– At the end of the machine’s working life, or when it can no longer be repaired, ensure that it is
disposed of according to national regulations.
– Contact your local authority for details of collection schemes in your area.
In all circumstances:
Do not dispose of power tools with domestic waste.
•
Do not incinerate.
•
Do not abandon in the environment.
•
Do not dispose of WEEE* as unsorted municipal waste.
•
* Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment.
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CONTACTS
Draper Tools Limited, Hursley Road,
Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire. SO53 1YF. U.K.
Helpline: (023) 8049 4344
Sales Desk: (023) 8049 4333
Internet: drapertools.com
E-mail: sales@drapertools.com
General Enquiries: (023) 8026 6355
Service/Warranty Repair Agent:
For aftersales servicing or warranty repairs, please contact the
Draper Tools Helpline for details of an agent in your local area.
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