IDEAL 61-076, 61-065 Instruction Manual

Vol-Con®Voltage/
Continuity Tester (61-076)

Vol-Test™ Voltage Tester
(61-065)

Instruction Manual

WARNING

Read First: Safety Information

Use the tester only as specified in this manual;
otherwise, the protection provided by the tester
may be impaired.

Warning

To avoid possible electric shock or personal
injury, follow these instructions:

• Do not use tester if it is damaged. Visually
inspect tester to ensure case is not cracked.

• Inspect and replace leads if insulation is dam­aged, metal is exposed, or probes are cracked.

• Do not use tester if it operates abnormally as
protection maybe impaired.

• Do not use during electrical storms or in wet
weather.

• Do not use around explosive gas, dust, or
vapor.

• Do not apply more than the rated voltage to
the tester.

• Always operate this solenoid-type tester
within the specified duty cycle on the front of
the tester.

• Do not use without batteries and caps
properly installed. (61-076)

• Remove test leads prior to removing battery
caps. (61-076)

Caution

To protect yourself, think "Safety First":

• Voltages exceeding 30VAC or 60VDC pose a
shock hazard so use caution.

• Never ground yourself when taking electrical
measurements.

• Use appropriate personal protective equip­ment such as safety glasses, face shields,
insulating gloves, insulating boots, and/or
insulating mats.

• Before each use:

• Perform a continuity test by touching the

probe tips together, the continuity LED
should light. This test verifies the func­tionality of the batteries and test leads.
(61-076)

• Verify tester operation by measuring a

known voltage. Apply tester to circuit under
test. And, then test on the known live volt­age again to ensure proper operation.

• Connect the black common lead to

ground before applying the red test lead
to voltage. Disconnect the red test lead
from the voltage first.

• Always work with a partner.

• When using the probes, keep fingers as far
behind the probe tips as possible.

Features:

• Vibration Mode with indicator movement

• Auto-Switching Voltage/Continuity
Technology (61-076)

• Independent solenoid and electronic circuitry
design provides back-up voltage indication
for added safety

• Low Impedance

• Replaceable Test Leads

• Shielded probe tips

• Ultrasonically welded and o-ring sealed for
added durability

• Indicates:

• 100-600V AC/DC (61-065)

• 5-600V AC/DC (61-076)

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VOL-CON

®

TESTER

CATALOG NO. 61-076

NEGATIVE SIDE GLOWS ON D.C.

DUTY CYCLE ON:OFF RATIO

240 V. OR LESS 1:7

GREATER THAN 240 V. 1:40

15 SECONDS MAX. ON

AC

BOTH

5 TO 600 V.

+ DC

CONTINUITY

- DC

600 V.

100 TO

120

120
240

480
600

600

BLK

RED

240

DO NOT USE OVER 600 V.

PERFORM LEAD TEST

BEFORE USING TESTER

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
Sycamore, Illinois, U.S.A.

D.C.

A.C.

ND 2851-3

Cat III - 600V

Listed
Voltage Testers
122X

Neon Bulb
100-600V AC/DC

LEDs (61-076)
5-600V AC/DC
Continuity

Indicator
120-600V AC/DC

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To Measure AC/DC Voltage:

• Ensure that the plug for the test leads is fully
seated into the banana jacks.

• Connect the tester in parallel with the load or
circuit.

• The tester indicates the voltage type, DC
polarity, and the voltage level.

Warning

Do not exceed duty cycle specified on tester.

To Test for Continuity (61-076):

• Ensure that the plug for the test leads is fully
seated into the banana jacks.

• Test for continuity by connecting the tester to
the de-energized circuit.

• If circuit has <500kΩ, the Continuity LED
lights.

• Reversing prods on the circuit under test
verifies continuity versus low voltage +DC.

Applications:

• Locating Blown Fuses

With power off (61-076):
Place tester across the
suspected fuse to perform
continuity check. If
continuity LEDlights, the
fuse is good. If not, the
fuse is defective.

With power on: Place tester across the
“source” side of one fuse and the load side of
an adjoining fuse. If no or low voltage is indi­cated, the fuse next to the load side prod is
blown. If line voltage is indicated, the fuse
next to the load side prod is OK. Repeat the
same test with the prods on the opposite side
of the same two fuses to check the other fuse.

• Finding Grounded Side of Line
(neutral)

Hold one test prod to the ground and touch
the other test prod to each of the line terminals
until one is found that does not give a voltage
indication. This is the grounded side of the
line.

The continuity LED should also light. (61-076)

• Checking Continuity of Cords, Motors,
Appliances, etc. (61-076)

Remove power source and place tester across
circuit to be tested. Continuity LEDlights if
resistance is less than 500kΩ.

• Locating Excessive Leakage to Ground
(61-076)

Place tester across the neutral terminal and the
ground. The single continuity LED should indi­cate neutral and ground are connected. If both
LEDs light, there is > 5VAC (N-G) indicating a
high resistance leakage to ground.

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Battery Replacement (61-076):

• Replace batteries when touching the leads
together no longer lights the continuity LED.

• Remove test leads from tester.

• Carefully, pry the two battery caps from the
bottom of the case using a screwdriver.

• Replace the batteries.

• Snap the battery caps back in place ensuring
the cap is flush with the bottom of the case.

Accessories:

• 61-070 Standard test leads

• 61-072 Resistor-fused test leads

• C-90 Soft-sided carrying case

• 61-010 Leather case

Maintenance:

• Clean the case with a damp cloth and mild
detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

Service, and Replacement Parts:

For replacement parts or to inquire about service
information contact Technical Support:
1-877-201-9005 or visit our website
www.testersandmeters.com.

Warranty Statement:

This tester is warranted to the original purchaser against
defects in material and workmanship for two years from
the date of purchase. During this warranty period, IDEAL
INDUSTRIES, INC. will, at its option, replace or repair
the defective unit, subject to verification of the defect or
malfunction.

This warranty does not cover fuses, batteries or damage
from abuse, neglect, accident, unauthorized repair, alter­ation, or unreasonable use of the instrument.

Any implied warranties arising out of the sale of an
IDEAL product, including but not limited to implied war­ranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular pur­pose, are limited to the above. The manufacturer shall
not be liable for loss of use of the instrument or other
incidental or consequential damages, expenses, or eco­nomic loss, or for any claim or claims for such damage,
expenses or economic loss.

State laws vary, so the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.

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Specifications:

VAC Ranges: 120V, 240V, 480V, 600V AC.
VDC Ranges: 120V, 240V, 600V DC
Volts Accuracy: Relative indication only
Continuity: LED lights at <500kΩ

Response time of 100ms.
Frequency: Operates at 25-60 Hz
Overload 1000VDC/750VAC rms.
protection:
Operating 32°F to 122°F
Environment: (0 to 50°C)(<70% humidity)
Storage Temp.: -4°F to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)

(<80% humidity)
Battery: (4) 1.5V (61-201, IEC LR44)
Battery Life: 200 hours typical.
Accessories Test Leads, (4) Batteries,
included: Operating Manual
Dimensions: 7.2"H x 2.4"W x 1.5"D

[183H x 61W x 38D]mm
Weight: 8.0 oz (227g)
Safety: UL-61010, CAT III-600V

Double Insulation

Instrument has been evaluated and complies
with insulation category III (overvoltage
category III). Pollution degree 2 in accordance
with IEC-644. Indoor use.

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• Quite los cables de prueba para quitar la tapa

de las pilas. (61-076)

Precaución

Para protegerse, piense en la "Seguridad ante
todo":

• Los voltajes que superen 30 VCA o 60 VCA

presentan un peligro de descarga, por lo que
debe tener cuidado.

• No se conecte nunca a tierra cuando tome

medidas eléctricas.

• Use equipos de protección personal tales

como gafas de seguridad, máscaras, guantes
aislantes, botas aislantes y esteras aislantes.

• Use el método de prueba de 3 pasos antes de

usarlo:

• Realice una prueba de continuidad ponien­do en contacto las puntas de la sonda entre
sí, la luz LED de continuidad debe encen­derse. Esta prueba verifica la funcionalidad
de las pilas y cables de prueba.
(61-076)

• Verifique la operación del probador midien­do un voltaje conocido. Aplique el
probador al circuito que se esté probando.
Y después pruebe el voltaje conectado
conocido para asegurar una operación
apropiada.

• Conecte el cable común negro a tierra antes
de aplicar el cable de prueba rojo al voltaje.
Desconecte primero el cable de prueba rojo
del voltaje.

• Trabaje siempre con un compañero.

• Al usar las sondas, mantenga los dedos lo más
detrás posible de las puntas de las sondas.

Características:

• Modalidad de vibración con movimiento de
indicador

• Tecnología de voltaje/continuidad de con­mutación automática (61-076)

• Diseño de solenoides y circuitos electrónicos
independientes que proporciona una indi­cación de voltaje de reserva para mayor
seguridad.

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#61-065

Probador de voltaje/con­tinuidad Vol-Con® (61-076)
Voltímetro Vol-Test®(61-065)

Manual de instrucciones

ADVERTENCIA

Lea primero: Información de seguri-

dad

Use el probador sólo según se especifica en este
manual; de lo contrario, se puede deteriorar la pro­tección proporcionada por el probador.

Advertencia

Siga estas instrucciones para evitar una posible
descarga eléctrica o lesiones personales:

• No use el instrumento si está dañado.
Inspecciónelo visualmente para asegurarse de
que la carcasa no esté dañada.

• Inspeccione y reemplace los cables si el ais­lamiento está dañado, hay piezas metálicas
expuestas o las sondas están fisuradas.

• No use el probador si funciona de forma anor­mal, ya que la protección puede haber dis­minuido.

• No lo use durante tormentas eléctricas o cuan­do llueva.

• No lo use con gases, polvo o vapores explo­sivos.

• No aplique más del voltaje nominal al probador.

• Opere siempre este instrumento de tipo de sole­noide con el ciclo de trabajo específicado en el
frente del mismo.

• No lo use sin pilas y sin la tapa bien instalada.
(61-076)

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