IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save these instructions - This operator’s manual contains important safety and operating
instructions for the MILWAUKEE Fluorescent Lighting Tester. Before using the tool, read this
operator’s manual and all labels on the tool.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
rain, snow, damp or wet locations. Do not use in
the presence of explosive atmospheres (gaseous
fumes, dust or fl ammable materials) because
sparks may be generated when inserting or removing batteries, possibly causing fi re.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating the tool. Do not
use while you are tired or under the infl uence
of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention may result in serious personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
in unexpected situations.
• Do not allow antenna to contact yourself or
others. Do not engage in horseplay. Discharge
can startle or shock, causing injury.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
• Always hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces. Do not touch or hold antenna during
operation. Do not allow antenna to contact
"live" electrical parts. Contact may make ex-
posed metal parts of the tool “live” and could give
the operator an electric shock.
• Keep away from excess dust and water.
• Do not bend or use antenna to pry. Bending
antenna will damage tool and could cause
personal injury.
• This tool is designed to be powered by 4-AA
batteries properly inserted into the MILWAUKEE
Fluorescent Lighting Tester. Do not attempt to
use with any other voltage or power supply.
• Do not leave batteries within the reach of
• Do not mix new and used batteries. Do not mix
• Do not mix rechargeable and non-rechargeable
• Install batteries according to polarity (+ / –)
• Properly dispose of used batteries immedi-
• Do not incinerate or dismantle batteries.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be eject-
• Have your tool serviced by a qualifi ed repair
• Do not disassemble. Incorrect reassembly may
• Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store where
• Do not remove or deface labels. Maintain
SPECIFICATIONS
Max. Antenna Output in LAMP Test Mode 3000 V
Min. Antenna Sensitivity in BALLAST Test Mode 10V at 1"
Max. PIN Test Capacity 30V~, <1kOhm
Surge Protection 6 kV Peak
Operating Temperature -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F) (85% Relative Humidity)
Storage Temperature -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) (85% Relative Humidity)
Operating Altitude 2000 m
Battery 4 AA NEDA 15A, IEC LR6
Battery Life 75 hrs normal use
Drop Test 2 m
Safety Compliances UL 61010-1 (EN 61010-1), Double Insulation
WORK AREA SAFETY
Certifi cations
CULUS, CE, C1, ROHS, PAHS
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BA TTER Y USE AND CARE
children.
brands (or types within brands) of batteries.
batteries.
diagrams.
ately.
ed from the battery, avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, fl ush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
SERVICE
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the tool is maintained.
result in the risk of electric shock or fi re. If it is
damaged, take it to a MILWAUKEE service facility .
temperatures may exceed 140°F (60°C) such as
in direct sunlight, a vehicle or metal building during
the summer.
labels and nameplates. These carry important
information. If unreadable or missing, contact a
MILWAUKEE service facility for a free replacement.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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1. LED worklight
2. Antenna
3. TEST button
4. Pin slots
5. Worklight on/off
button
6. Dial
7. Visual indicators
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LAMP
BALLAST
PIN
TEST
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SYMBOLOGY
Read Operator’s Manual
Double Insulation
Risk of Electric Shock -
Do not touch or hold antenna during
operation.
Danger, Warning, or Caution Consult the operators manual for
additional safety information.
Battery
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.,
United States and Canada
Canadian Conformity Mark
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European Conformity Mark
Do not dispose of this product as
unsorted municipal waste.
ASSEMBLY
Changing the Batteries
Replace the batteries when the red light begins to
blink continuously. When the red light blinks 3 times
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and then shuts off, the batteries must be replaced
OFF
immediately.
1. Turn dial to OFF.
2. Unscrew and remove
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5
battery door.
3. Insert four (4) AA batteries,
according to the polarity
marked in the battery
compartment.
4. Close the battery door and tighten screw
securely.
WARNING To reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock, always hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces. Do not touch or hold antenna
during operation. Do not allow antenna to
contact "live" electrical parts.
Using the Antenna
The antenna sends a test voltage to the fi xture to
diagnose the failure.
• Pull the antenna fi rmly out.
• Don't bend the antenna or use excessive force.
• The protective plastic sleeve should extend fi rst
and retract last.
• Don't touch during use.
Attaching/Removing the Adapter
Use the adapter to enhance the fl icker response
during LAMP Tests.
1. Turn the dial to OFF.
2. Raise the antenna a couple of inches out of the
tool. Note: Do not attach or remove the adapter
when the antenna is fully extended. This may
bend the antenna.
3. To attach the adapter , align the slot in the adapter
with the end of the antenna. Press the adapter
fi rmly onto the antenna.
4. T o remove the adapter , pull the antenna end out
of the adapter slot.
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OPERATION
Sleep Mode
The tool is automatically powered off about 20
minutes after the last dial or button operation. To
reset, rotate the dial to OFF.
LED Worklight
Turn the dial to LAMP, BALLAST, or PIN. Press the
worklight button , on the side of the tool, to turn
the LED worklight on and off. The worklight will
turn off after about 10 minutes and can be turned
back on by pressing the worklight button
again.
Testing the Fixture
WARNING To reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock, always hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces. Do not touch or hold antenna
during operation. Do not allow antenna to
contact "live" electrical parts.
To determine the failure in the lighting fi xture, per-
form the following tests, in order, until the failure
is identifi ed.
LAMP Test
The LAMP Test can be performed while the fl uo-
rescent lamp is in hand or installed in a fi xture.
1. Turn power off to the lighting fi xture.
2. Remove the light fi xture cover.
3. Extend the antenna to desired length. Always
retract the antenna when not in use.
Note: Add the lamp adapter to the antenna
end or decrease the antenna length for an
enhanced “fl icker” response.
4. Turn the dial to LAMP.
5. Holding the tool by its insulated gripping surfaces, touch the antenna to any part of a lamp.
Do not contact the fi xture's live electrical parts.
6. Hold down the TEST button.
7. Test all lamps in the fi xture.
8. Two possible outcomes:
a. The lamp is not energized by the antenna,
indicating gas has escaped from the lamp.
• Replace the lamp.
b. The lamp is energized by the antenna
causing it to “fl icker” light every second,
indicating the lamp is fi lled with gas.
• Continue with the BALLAST Test.
BALLAST Test
The BALLAST Test works for all T8 Electronic
Ballasts. A BALLAST Test cannot be done if the
fi xture is turned off.
1. Turn power on to the lighting fi xture.
2. Extend the antenna to desired length. Always
retract the antenna when not in use.
3. Turn the dial to BALLAST
For Lit T8 Lamps:
4. Holding the tool by its insulated gripping surfaces, place the antenna end within 1" of any
part of a lit lamp. Do not contact the fi xture's live
electrical parts.
5. Hold down the TEST button.
6. Two possible outcomes:
a. The tool indicator does not beep or fl ash
red, indicating that the ballast is not working
properly.
• Replace the ballast. Continue checking
all lamps in the fi xture as multiple ballasts
may be present.
b. The tool indicator beeps and fl ashes red,
indicating the fixture has a functioning
electronic ballast.
• Continue with next step.
For Unlit T8 Lamps:
7. Holding the tool by its insulated gripping surfaces, place the antenna within 1" of each end
of the unlit lamp. Do not contact the fi xture's live
electrical parts. It is best to test the ballast from
directly below the lamp you are testing, this will
prevent the antenna from picking up frequencies
from adjacent lamps.
8. Hold down the TEST button.
9. Two possible outcomes:
a. The tool indicator does not beep or fl ash
red, on either end of the lamp when tested,
indicating that the ballast is not working
properly.
• Replace the ballast. Continue checking
all lamps in the fi xture as multiple ballasts
may be present
b. The tool indicator beeps and fl ashes red
on at least one end of the lamp, indicating
the ballast is working properly.
• Continue with the PIN test.
For T5/T12 Ballasts:
Some T5/T12 Ballasts have an End-of-Life feature.
The End-of-Life feature will turn off the ballast when
there is any broken connection, like a bad lamp.
T o test a T5/T12 Ballast, fi rst use the LAMP T est and
replace all faulty lamps. Cycle the fi xture OFF and
back ON to reset the ballast before continuing with the
BALLAST T est. If the ballast fails the BALLAST T est,
contact a qualifi ed electrician to service the fi xture.
PIN Test
The PIN Test can be used on any dual pin Fluorescent Lamps. Fluorescent Lamps have a fi lament
under the metal cap that is used to excite the gas
it contains and turn it on. If the fi lament is broken,
the lamp will not operate correctly.
1. Turn the power off to the lighting fi xture.
2. Remove lamp from the fi xture.
3. Turn dial to PIN.
4. Plug the lamp pins into the pin slots on the bottom of the tool.
5. Hold down the TEST button.
6. Two possible outcomes:
a. The tool indicator does not beep or fl ash
red, indicating that the fi lament is broken.
• Replace the lamp.
b. The tool indicator beeps, indicating the
PINS are functional.
• The PINS are good.
7. Repeat with other end of the lamp.
If the Fluorescent Lighting passes all three tests
but will not light, contact a qualifi ed electrician
to service the fi xture.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury ,
always remove the batteries from the tool
before performing any maintenance. Never
disassemble the tool. Contact a MILWAUKEE
service facility for ALL repairs.
Maintaining Tool
Keep your tool in good repair by adopting a regular
maintenance program. After one year, it is recommended to return the tool to a MILWAUKEE service
facility for calibration.
If the tool does not start or operate at full power
with new batteries, clean the contact in the battery compartment. If the tool still does not work
properly, return the tool to a MILWAUKEE service
facility for repair.
WARNING To reduce the risk of per-
sonal injury and damage, never immerse
your tool in liquid or allow a liquid to fl ow
inside them.
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from the tool. Keep tool
handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Dirt
or moisture in the terminals can affect readings.
Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the
tool since certain cleaning agents and solvents
are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts.
Some of these include gasoline, turpentine, lacquer
thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents,
ammonia and household detergents containing
ammonia. Never use fl ammable or combustible
solvents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool to the nearest service
center listed on the back cover of this operator's
manual.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING Always remove accessories
before changing or removing batteries. Only
use accessories specifi cally recommended
for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
For a complete listing of accessories refer to your
MILWAUKEE Electric Tool catalog or go online
to www.milwaukeetool.com. To obtain a catalog,
contact your local distributor or a service center
listed on the back cover of this operator’s manual.
FIVE YEAR TOOL
LIMITED WARRANTY
MILWAUKEE Test & Measurement Product (including
bare tool, M12™ battery pack(s) and battery charger)
is warranted to the original purchaser only to be free
from defects in material and workmanship. Subject to
certain exceptions, MILWAUKEE will repair or replace
any part on this product which, after examination, is
determined by MILW AUKEE to be defective in material
or workmanship for a period of fi ve (5) years* after the
date of purchase. Return of the Test & Measurement
tool to the nearest Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
- factory Service Center, freight prepaid and insured
is required. A copy of the proof of purchase should be
included with the return product. This warranty does not
apply to damage that MILWAUKEE determines to be
from repairs made or attempted by anyone other than
MILW AUKEE authorized personnel, misuse, alterations,
abuse, normal wear and tear, lack of maintenance, or
accidents.
* See separate & distinct CORDLESS BATTER Y P ACK
LIMITED WARRANTY statement for the warranty period
of the LITHIUM-ION battery pack that ships with Test &
Measurement Product. *Alkaline battery that ships with
Test & Measurement Product is separately warranted
by the alkaline battery manufacturer.
*The warranty period for a Voltage Detector with Work
Light – 2201 20, Voltage Detector with LED – 2202-20
or M12™ 2-Beam Plumb Laser – 2230 20 is one (1)
year from the date of purchase.
Warranty Registration is not necessary to obtain the applicable warranty on MILWAUKEE product. The manufacturing date of the product will be used to determine
the warranty period if no proof of purchase is provided
at the time warranty service is requested.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE EXCLUSIVE REPAIR AND
REPLACEMENT REMEDIES DESCRIBED HEREIN
IS A CONDITION OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE
PURCHASE OF EVERY MILWAUKEE PRODUCT. IF
YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS CONDITION, YOU
SHOULD NOT PURCHASE THE PRODUCT. IN NO
EVENT SHALL MILWAUKEE BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY COSTS, ATTORNEY
FEES, EXPENSES, LOSSES OR DELAYS ALLEGED
TO BE AS A CONSEQUENCE OF ANY DAMAGE TO,
FAILURE OF, OR DEFECT IN ANY PRODUCT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CLAIMS FOR
LOSS OF PROFITS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU
OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR ORAL.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LA W , MIL W AUKEE
DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED W ARRANTIES, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMIT A TION ANY IMPLIED W ARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE; TO THE EXTENT SUCH
DISCLAIMER IS NOT PERMITTED BY LAW, SUCH
IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTY
AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU, THIS WARRANTY GIVES
YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MA Y ALSO
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE
TO STATE.
This warranty applies to product sold in the U.S.A. and
Canada only.
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