Klein Tools Klein Tools NCVT-3 Manual

Probador de voltaje
sin contacto con linterna

Testador de tensão
sem contato com lanterna

Testeur de tension sans
contact avec lampe de poche

12 - 1000V AC

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NCVT-3

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FIG. 1

Flashlight

Linterna
Lanterna
Lampe de poche

Flashlight power button

Botón de encendido de la linterna
Botão da lanterna
Bouton d'alimentation de la

lampe de poche

PWR LED (Power on)

LED PWR (encendido)
LED PWR (ligado)
DEL PWR (mise sous tension)

Body

Cuerpo
Corpo
Corps

Tip

Punta
Ponta
Pointe

LED bar graph

Gráfico de barras de LED
Gráfico de barras em LED
Graphique à barres DEL

NCV power button

Botón de encendido del NCV
Botão liga/desliga NCV
Bouton d'alimentation NCV

Shirt clip

Clip de sujeción
Clipe de camisa
Agrafe pour chemise

O-ring

Junta tórica
Anel O

Batteries

Joint torique

Baterías
Pilhas
Piles

Battery cap

Tapa del compartimiento
de las baterías

Tampa das pilhas
Couvercle de piles

FIG. 2

For reference only / Para usar como referencia solamente

Somente para referência / À des fins de référence seulement

24V

120V

~

2"

(~51 mm)

ENGLISH

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

The Klein Tools NCVT-3 is a non-contact voltage tester with flashlight. It detects
12 - 1000V AC. The proximity sensor indicates voltage strength with an LED bar
graph for easy viewing.

Tester Type: Non-contact voltage detector
Voltage Range: 12 - 1000V AC
Frequency Range: 50 - 500Hz
Environment: Indoor or outdoor
Operating and Storage Altitude: Up to 6562 ft. (2000 m) max.
Relative Humidity: <95% (non-condensing)
Operating and Storage Temperature: 14° to 122° F (-10° to 50° C)
Pollution Degree: 2
Batteries: 2 x AAA 1.5V alkaline
Battery Life: • NCVT: 15 hours continuous use

Dimensions: 5.83" x .96" x 1.16" (148 mm x 24 mm x 29 mm)
Weight: 2.5 oz. (72 g)
Standards: Conforms to UL 61010-1 3rd Edition, UL 61010-2-030 1st Edition.

Ingress Protection Rating: IP67
Drop Protection: 6.6 ft. (2 m)
Safety Rating: CAT IV 1000V

Specifications subject to change.

• It is important that users of this tester read, understand, and follow all warnings, cautions, safety

• Risk of electric shock and burn. Contact with live circuits could result in death or serious injury.

• Use caution with voltages above 30V AC as a shock hazard may exist.

• A single blinking LED or a steady glowing LED and an audible beep indicate voltage present. If no

• Before and after each use, verify operation by testing a known working circuit that is within the

• Never assume neutral or ground wires are de-energized. Neutrals in multi-wire branch circuits

• The tester WILL NOT detect voltage if:

• The tester MAY NOT detect voltage if:

• Operation may be affected by differences in socket design and insulation thickness and type.

• In bright light conditions, the LED visual indicators will be less visible.

• Do not use if "power on" LED is not illuminated.

• Do not use if tester appears damaged or is not operating properly. If in doubt, replace the tester.

• Do not apply more than the rated voltage as marked on the tester (1000V).

• Detection above 12V is specified under "normal" conditions as specified below. The tester may

• Always wear approved eye protection.

• Comply with local and national safety requirements.

• If this product is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, protection provided

• Do not attempt to repair this tester. It contains no serviceable parts.

• Do not expose the product to extremes in temperature or high humidity.

• Flashlight: 6 hours continuous use

Certified to CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1-12 3rd Edition,
ANSI/ISA-61010-1 3rd Edition, EN 61010-1:2010, IEC 61010-1 3rd Edition,
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-2-030-12 1st Edition, ANSI/ISA-61010-2-030 1st Edition,
EN 61010-2-30:2010, IEC 61010-2-030 1st Edition.

WARNINGS:

information, and instructions in this manual before operating or servicing this tester. Failure to
follow instructions could result in death or serious injury.

indication, voltage could still be present.

rating of this unit.

may be energized when disconnected and must be retested before handling.

• The wire is shielded.

• The operator is not grounded or is otherwise isolated from an effective earth ground.

• The voltage is DC.

• The user is not holding the tester.

• The user is insulated from the tester with a glove or other materials.

• The wire is partially buried or in a grounded metal conduit.

• The tester is at a distance from the voltage source.

• The field created by the voltage source is being blocked, dampened, or otherwise interfered with.

• The frequency of the voltage is not a perfect sine wave between 50 and 500Hz.

• The tester is outside of operation conditions (listed in Specifications section).

detect at a different threshold at different conditions, or may not detect at all unless:

• The tip of the tester is within 0.25" of an AC voltage source radiating unimpeded.

• The user is holding the body of the tester with his or her bare hand.

• The user is standing on or connected to earth ground.

• The air humidity is nominal (50% relative humidity – non-condensing).

• The tester is held still.

by the product may be affected.

CAUTION:

SYMBOLS ON TESTER:

Warning. Risk of electric shock.
Risk of danger. Important information: It is important that users of this tester read, understand, and

follow all warnings, cautions, safety information, and instructions in this manual before operating or
servicing this tester. Failure to follow instructions could result in death or serious injury.

Double insulated.

This product has been independently tested by Intertek and meets applicable published standards.

Conformité Européenne. Conforms with European Economic Area directives.
For measurements performed at the source of the low-voltage installation and

CAT

IV

outside lines.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

Modes of Operation:

•

The

NCVT-3 can operate as a 12 - 1000V AC non-contact voltage tester and/or a flashlight.

•

The proximity sensor indicates voltage strength with an LED scale (Fig. 2).

Turn NVCT Functionality On:

•

Press and release the “NCV” power button.

•

Listen for single-beep sound and watch for the blue PWR LED to illuminate and remain lit

indicating the unit is powered on.

•

Simultaneously, the Bar Graph LEDs (2 yellow and 3 red) will illuminate for approximately

1 second.

•

After 1 second, the LED Bar Graph will turn off, then display the battery level:

All 5 LEDs lit indicate a full battery

°

1 LED lit indicates batteries are at approximately 20% of capacity

Turn NVCT Functionality Off:

Checking for the Presence of AC Voltage:

NCVT Auto Power Off:

Turn Flashlight On/Off:

Flashlight Auto Power Off:

Low Battery Indication:

BATTERY REPLACEMENT (Fig. 1):

•

Unscrew cap and remove from body.

•

Replace the 2 AAA 1.5V batteries – observe proper polarity.

•

Screw cap on body until cap is fully seated.

•

Damage to O-ring on cap seal can affect IP67 rating but will not affect operation.

CLEANING:

Turn instrument off. Clean the instrument by using a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.

STORAGE:

Remove the batteries when instrument is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Do not expose to high
temperatures or humidity. After a period of storage in extreme conditions exceeding the limits mentioned in
the Specifications section, allow the instrument to return to normal operating conditions before using it.

DISPOSAL / RECYCLE:

°

•

Press and release the “NCV” power button.

•

Listen for double-beep sound and watch blue LED turn off.

•

Prior to use, test on known live circuit to verify tester functionality.

•

Place tip of tester near AC voltage. If voltage is sensed, the unit will emit audible beeps

and the proximity sensor will indicate strength of voltage detected (Fig. 2).

•

After 4 minutes of non-use, the NCVT tester automatically powers off to conserve battery life.

•

Measuring a voltage will reset the 4 minute timer.

•

Upon power off, the unit will emit a double-beep sound and the blue LED will turn off.

NOTE:

This feature is disabled when flashlight is on. When flashlight is turned off, the NCVT
four minute timer will begin.

•

Press and release “Flashlight” button to turn flashlight on or off.

•

After 20 minutes on, the flashlight will automatically power off. This will save batteries if the

flashlight is accidently turned on or left powered on.

•

Before automatically powering off, the unit will “chirp” for 10 seconds.

•

Pressing the flashlight

the flashlight on.

•

If no button is pressed, the flashlight will turn off.

•

When the battery drops to approximately 20% of capacity, the NCVT-3 will disable the

flashlight functionality. This will conserve the battery, and allow the unit to function as a
voltage detector for several more hours.

•

When the flashlight is on and the battery drops to approximately 20% of capacity, the unit will

“chirp” 4 times, and then disable the flashlight.

•

The NCVT function will remain on, and will not be affected.

This symbol indicates that equipment and its accessories shall be subject to
a separate collection and correct disposal. Do not place equipment and its
accessories in the trash. Items must be properly disposed of in accordance with
local regulations.

button while chirping will reset the 20 minute timer, and keep