Pentair TRACETEK Operating Instructions Manual

TRACETEK

TRACETEK

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Double flash anytime means low battery

FFS Probe Tester

1. Connect to test plug, Press and Hold RED test button:

Single Flash: Battery OK No Flash: Battery dead/unit damaged

2. Connect to FFS Probe, Press and Hold RED test buttion:

Single Flash: Wiring OK No Flash: Probe wiring/connector damaged

3. With FFS Probe still connected, Release RED test button:

No Flash: Probe OK Single Flash: Probe is in alarm mode-attempt reset

TEST DEVICE FOR TTFFS PROBE

Operating instructiOns

GENERAL INFORMATION

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FFS Probe Tester

1. Connect to test plug, Press and Hold RED test button:
Single Flash: Battery OK No Flash: Battery dead/unit damaged

2. Connect to FFS Probe, Press and Hold RED test buttion:
Single Flash: Wiring OK No Flash: Probe wiring/connector damaged

3. With FFS Probe still connected, Release RED test button:
No Flash: Probe OK Single Flash: Probe is in alarm mode-attempt reset

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TRACETEK

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

Weight 0.3 kg (0.7 lb) nominal
Light source 3 high intensity, high efficiency red LEDs
Battery information 2 “AA” Alkaline Long Life
Projected battery life 1 year – nominal
Recommended battery replacement interval 1 year or whenever low battery signal is detected
Duration of low battery signal Minimum 30 days at 20°C (68°F)
Maximum ambient temperature 40°C (104°F)
Minimum ambient temperature –20°C (–4°F)

instructions must be followed carefully to ensure proper operation.
The TT-FFS Probe Tester is a battery powered device that provides the

capability of testing a TT-FFS Probe to determine whether it is functioning
properly. Designed for use in ordinary areas, the TT-FFS Probe Tester
is a hand held device used to evaluate the operational state of a TT-FFS
Probe. It produces flashing signals with bright red LEDs that identify
different operational conditions of the TT-FFS Probe.

The TT-FFS Probe Tester also monitors its battery voltage and produces a
special DOUBLE Flash signal when the batteries need replacing.

The TT-FFS Probe Tester utilizes the same cable connection hardware as
the TT-FFS Probe. When the TT-FFS Probe Tester is properly connected
to a TT-FFS Probe, the TT-FFS Probe Tester may produce a SINGLE
Flash signal, or a NO Flash signal, to indicate the operational state of the
TT-FFS Probe. Follow the specific steps described in these Operating
Instructions to determine the operational state of the TT-FFS Probe.

STORAGE

Keep the TT-FFS Probe Tester in a dry place that provides temperature
stability in between uses. Avoid impacts that might damage the device.

Operating Instructions

Follow the guidelines discussed in the flow chart sequence on page 2 to
evaluate the operational state of any TT-FFS Probe.

Note: A TT-FFS Probe with MC series metal connector can be con-

nected directly to the TT-FFS Probe Tester as shown in Photos 1 and 1A.

TRACETEK

FFS Probe Tester

1. Connect to test plug, Press and Hold RED test button:
Single Flash: Battery OK No Flash: Battery dead/unit damaged

2. Connect to FFS Probe, Press and Hold RED test buttion:

Double flash anytime means low battery

Single Flash: Wiring OK No Flash: Probe wiring/connector damaged

3. With FFS Probe still connected, Release RED test button:
No Flash: Probe OK Single Flash: Probe is in alarm mode-attempt reset

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Photo 1

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Photo 1A

Note: A TT-FFS Probe without metal connector (L series) can be

connected with the TT-FFS-ALLIGATOR4CLIP-MC cable end adaptor as
shown in Photos 2 and 2A. The 4 colored alligator clip wires should be
connected to the corresponding colored wires of the TT-FFS Probe.

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Double flash anytime means low battery

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No Flash: Probe OK Single Flash: Probe is in alarm mode-attempt reset

3. With FFS Probe still connected, Release RED test button:

Single Flash: Wiring OK No Flash: Probe wiring/connector damaged

2. Connect to FFS Probe, Press and Hold RED test buttion:

Single Flash: Battery OK No Flash: Battery dead/unit damaged

1. Connect to test plug, Press and Hold RED test button:

FFS Probe Tester

Photo 2

Photo 2A

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Connect TT-FFS Probe Tester test
plug to cable end termination.

Are LEDs single

flashing each second?

No

Are LEDs double

flashing at 2 second

intervals?

Yes

Battery voltage is low,
replace batteries.

Batteries are completely dead, or TT-FFS Probe
Tester is damaged. Replace batteries and repeat
this test step. If single flash test still fails, the
TT-FFS Probe Tester must be replaced.

Press and hold RED test button.

No

Are LEDs single

flashing each second?

Batteries are OK. Release RED test
button, connect TT-FFS Probe Tester to

No

TT-FFS Probe directly, or with alligator4
clip adapter.

Yes

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Battery Powered Device

The TT-FFS Probe Tester is a powered by two “AA” Alkaline Long Life
batteries.

Under normal conditions, when the test plug is connected to the cable end
termination, the TT-FFS Probe Tester will not be flashing.

If the batteries reach a low voltage condition, the TT-FFS Probe Tester will
DOUBLE Flash at 2 second interval continuously, and maintain the DOUBLE
Flash signal for about 1 month before the battery voltage drops to an
unusable level. It does not matter if the test plug is connected to the cable
end termination, or to a TT-FFS Probe, the DOUBLE Flash signal will still
be produced as long as the battery voltage is low.

Note: If the batteries are completely dead, the TT-FFS Probe Tester

will stop its DOUBLE Flash. The TT-FFS Probe Tester will not be able to
signal the low battery condition, or properly evaluate the condition of a
TT-FFS Probe.

Battery Lifetime

Two “AA” Alkaline Long Life batteries can be expected to provide service
for nominally one year. However, under extreme high and low temperature
conditions, battery service life may be reduced relative to nominal condi­tions.
Battery lifetime also depends on how much flashing is required as part of
the TT-FFS Probe evaluation testing.

TT-FFS Probe is in alarm
condition. Attempt reset
procedure per H58307
TT-FFS Probe care and
cleaning instruction. DO
NOT RETURN TT-FFS
PROBE TO SERVICE.

Yes

No

TT-FFS Probe has
internal wire damage or
connector damage. DO
NOT RETURN TT-FFS
PROBE TO SERVICE. IT
MUST BE REPLACED.

Press and hold RED test button.

Are LEDs single

flashing each second?

Yes

Release RED test
button, TT-FFS Probe
is good. Return to
service or spares
inventory.

Battery Replacement

• The battery replacement for the TT-FFS Probe Tester should be
performed in a work shop or other nonhazardous location.

• Place a soft towel on the work surface.

• Position the TT-FFS Probe Tester face down, with the LEDs resting

on the soft towel.

• Loosen the four screws securing the back cover of the TT-FFS Probe
Tester, being careful not to put excessive force on the unit, which
might result in damage to the LEDs.

• Remove the back cover taking care to not lose any of the four
screws. Now the black battery cover is visible in the interior of the
TT-FFS Probe Tester.

• Loosen the small screw on the battery cover, then remove the
battery cover.

• Remove the old batteries, replace with fresh batteries and verify
batteries are installed correctly.

• Reposition the battery cover and tighten the small battery cover
screw.

• Replace the back cover of the TT-FFS Probe Tester, and tighten the
four screws evenly.

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• Dispose of the old batteries properly. Do not throw away
the old batteries in a garbage receptacle; take them to your locally
approved collection center for recycling.

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