FLIR VT8-600, VT8-1000 User Manual
USER MANUAL
Voltage, Continuity, and Current Testers
VT8-600 and VT8-1000
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Table of Contents
1. ADVISORIES 3
1.1 Copyright 3
1.2 Quality Assurance 3
1.3 Documentation 3
1.4 Disposal of Electronic Waste 3
2. INTRODUCTION 4
2.1 Features 4
2.2 Accessories 4
3. SAFETY INFORMATION 5
4. DESCRIPTIONS 7
4.1 Meter Description 7
4.2 Display Icon Descriptions 8
4.3 Push-Button Descriptions 8
4.4 Rotary Function Switch Description 9
5. OPERATION 9
5.1 Meter Power ON/OFF 9
5.2 Display Backlight 9
5.3 Worklight 9
5.4 Data Hold 9
5.5 Test Lead Considerations 10
5.6 Voltage Measurement Warnings and Cautions 10
5.7 AC/DC Voltage Measurements 10
5.8 AC/DC Current Measurements 11
5.9 Non-Contact AC Voltage Detector 12
5.10 Resistance Measurements 13
5.11 Continuity Measurements 14
5.12 Capacitance Measurements 15
6. MAINTENANCE 16
6.1 Battery Replacement 16
6.2 Cleaning and Storage 16
7. SPECIFICATIONS 17
7.1 Electrical Specifications 17
7.2 General Specifications 19
8. TECHNICAL SUPPORT 20
9. THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 20
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1. Advisories
1.1 Copyright
© 2018, FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts of the software including
source code may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed or translated into any language or
computer language in any form or by any means, electronic, magnetic, optical, manual or
otherwise, without the prior written permission of FLIR Systems.
The documentation must not, in whole or part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or
transmitted to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent, in writing,
from FLIR Systems.
Names and marks appearing on the products herein are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of FLIR Systems and/or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, trade names or company
names referenced herein are used for identification only and are the property of their respective
owners.
1.2 Quality Assurance
The Quality Management System under which these products are developed and manufactured
has been certified in accordance with the ISO 9001 standard.
FLIR Systems is committed to a policy of continuous development; therefore, we reserve the right
to make changes and improvements on any of the products without prior notice.
1.3 Documentation
To access the latest manuals and notifications, go to the ‘Downloads’ tab at:
http://support.flir.com. It only takes a few minutes to register online. In the download area you
will also find the latest releases of manuals for our other products, as well as manuals for our
historical and obsolete products.
1.4 Disposal of Electronic Waste
As with most electronic products, this equipment must be disposed of in an
environmentally friendly way, and in accordance with existing regulations for
electronic waste.
Please contact your FLIR Systems representative for more details.
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2. Introduction
Thank you for selecting the FLIR VT8 Series Voltage, Continuity, and Current Tester.
The VT8 series is a feature-packed Open Jaw True RMS Electrical Tester. The VT8-600 is a
100A/600V rated instrument while the VT8-1000 is rated for 200A/1000V.
Measure AC/DC voltage, AC/DC current, Resistance, Continuity, and Capacitance. This meter series
also includes a Non-Contact Voltage Detector (NCV).
Other functions include Data Hold, Relative/Zero mode, Worklight, LCD Backlight, and Auto poweroff (APO).
This device is shipped fully tested and calibrated and, with proper use, will provide years of reliable
service. Please visit our website (www.flir.com) to check for the latest version of this User Guide,
Product Updates, Product Registration, and Customer Support.
2.1 Features
6000 count (0 ~ 5999) digital display
LCD display with high/low intensity backlight
True RMS AC measurements
0.8% DCV accuracy
Data Hold freezes the displayed reading
Relative and DC Zero functions
Auto Power OFF (APO)
100A (VT8-600) and 200A (VT8-1000) AC/DC current measurements
600V (VT8-600) and 1000V (VT8-1000) AC/DC voltage measurements
Non-Contact Voltage Detector
Visual and audible continuity measurement alert
Low battery indicator
CAT III 1000V / CAT IV 600V (VT8-1000)
CAT III 600V / CAT IV 300V (VT8-600)
2.2 Accessories
The VT8 series includes test leads, a printed Quick Start guide, batteries, and carry pouch.
If items are missing, please contact your FLIR sales agent. If there is a need to replace the test
leads, please select test leads that meet or exceed these requirements: Double insulation, CAT III
1000V, CAT IV 600V, 10A (VT8-1000) or CAT III 600V, CAT IV 300V, 10A (VT8-600)
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3. Safety Information
To ensure the safe operation and service of the meter, follow these instructions closely. Failure to
observe warnings can result in severe injury.
This instrument is designed and produced in strict accordance with GB4793 Safety Requirements
for Electronic Measuring Apparatus and IEC61010-1 and IEC 61010-2-032 safety standards, and
complies with the safety standard of double insulation, over-voltage CAT III 1000V, CAT IV 600V
(VT8-1000) or CAT III 600V, CAT IV 300V (VT8-600) and pollution level 2. Please use this instrument
in strict accordance with the user manual and quick start guides, failure to do so could compromise
or defeat the provided protections.
Confirms to UL standards 61010-1, 61010-2-030, 61010-2-032, and 61010-2-033; Certified to CSA
standards C22.2 No. 61010-1, 61010-02-030, IE CSTD 61010-2-032, and 61010-2-033.
WARNINGS
WARNINGS identify hazardous conditions and actions that could cause BODILY HARM or DEATH.
When handling test leads or probes, keep hands and fingers behind the finger guards at all times. To
avoid electrical shock do not touch exposed electrical wire, connectors, unused input terminals, or
circuits under test.
Remove test leads from the meter before opening the battery compartment or meter housing.
Use the meter only as specified in this User Guide or accompanying Quick Manual to avoid
compromising the protections provided by the meter.
Be sure to use the proper terminals, switch positions, and ranges when taking measurements.
Verify the meter’s operation by measuring a known voltage. Have the meter serviced if the meter
responds unusually or if there are questions regarding the meter’s functional integrity.
Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked on the meter, between terminals or between any
terminal and earth ground.
Do not measure voltages above 1000V AC/DC (VT8-1000) or 600V AC/DC (VT8-600) between terminal
and ground to prevent electrical shock and damage to the electrical tester.
Use caution working with voltages above 30 VAC RMS, 42 VAC peak, or 60 VDC. These voltages pose a
shock hazard.
To avoid misleading readings that could lead to electric shock and injury, replace the batteries as soon as
the low battery indicator is displayed.
Disconnect power to the circuit under test and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing
resistance, continuity, diodes, or capacitance.
Do not use the meter in the presence of explosive gas or vapor.
To reduce risk of fire or electric shock, do not use the meter if it is wet and do not expose the meter to
moisture.
Individual protective equipment should be used if HAZARDOUS LIVE parts in the installation where
measurements are to be carried out could be accessible.
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CAUTIONS
CAUTIONS identify conditions and actions that could cause DAMAGE to the meter or equipment
under test. Do not expose the meter to extremes in temperature or high humidity.
Disconnect the test leads from the test points before changing the position of the function (rotary)
switch.
Do not expose the meter to extremes in temperature or to high humidity.
Never set the meter to the resistance, diode, capacitance, micro-amp, or amp functions when
measuring the voltage of a power supply circuit; this could result in meter damage and damage to the
equipment under test.
Safety Symbols
This symbol, adjacent to another symbol, indicates the user must refer to the
manual for further information
Risk of electrical shock
Equipment protected by double or reinforced insulation
Conforms to EU directives
ETL listed; complies with USA and Canada requirements
PER IEC1010 OVERVOLTAGE INSTALLATION CATEGORY
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I
Equipment of OVERVOLT AGE CATEGORY I is equipment for connection to circuits in which measures are taken to limit the
transient over-voltages to an appropriate low level.
Note – Examples include protected electronic circuits.
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II
Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II is energy-consuming equipment to be supplied from the fixed installation.
Note – Examples include household, office, and laboratory appliances.
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III
Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III is equipment in fixed installations.
Note – Examples include switches in the fixed installation and some equipment for industrial use with permanent
connection to the fixed installation.
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV
Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV is for use at the origin of the installation.
Note – Examples include electricity meters and primary over-current protection equipment
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4. Descriptions
4.1 Meter Description
1. Non-Contact Voltage Detector
2. Open jaw hall effect Current sensor
3. NCV alert LED lamp
4. Worklight button
5. Rotary function switch
6. REL (Relative ) and ZERO button
7. MODE button
8. HOLD and LCD Backlight button
9. LCD Display
10. Test lead jacks
11. Worklight lens
12. Test leads in holders
13. Battery compartment
14. Compartment screw
Fig 4-1 METER DESCRIPTION
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