Tasco POWER TRACE PTL610 Instruction Manual
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POWER TRACE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL PTL610
TASCO, INC.
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WHY THE POWER TRACETM POLYSIGTM
COMPOSITE SIGNAL IS IMPORTANT
Many circuit tracers rely on a single transmitter frequency for tracing.
This means that any noise in that frequency range will be received as
a signal, causing confusion and possibly indicating the wrong breaker.
By using the Polysig
TM
composite signal as well as a unique tone sequence, it is almost impossible to receive anything other than the true
signal. The Polysig
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provides a much longer range capability than a
single frequency. Because of the longer range and reduced noise, the
transmitter operates with a very low signal current. This low current
will not disrupt voltage sensitive electronics used in computers, telephone, security systems and other devices.
WHAT THE POWER TRACETM CAN DO
TRACE: FIND:
Power lines Circuit breakers
Neutral lines Fuses
Ground lines Shorts to ground
Wire in conduit Junction boxes
Underground wiring Relays
Wire in walls and floors Breaker boxes
Dead or shorted lines
HOW YOUR POWER TRACETM OPERATES
The POWER TRACETM is composed of two primary components: the
Receiver and the Transmitter. When the Transmitter is connected to
any electrical line (up to 600 Volts), it draws a very small current that
is used to create a composite signal. The signal is a microprocessor
controlled combination of separate frequencies that create a specialized “signature” which is recognized by the Receiver.
To be received, the signal must have this exact combination of frequencies.
This feature greatly reduces the possibility of interference from electrical “noise” which is often caused by lamps, electrical equipment,
appliances, florescent fixtures, or machinery that is on the same line.
The signal produced by the Transmitter generates a magnetic “signature” around the conductor being traced which matches that of the
signal itself. This “signature’ is present the entire length of the current
path, including through breakers, fuses, switchgear, and transformers.
The Power Trace
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Receiver is “tuned” to pick up only that “signature” produced by the Transmitter. Both the Transmitter and Receiver
are microprocessor controlled for maximum ease of use and accuracy.
TOLL FREE CUSTOMER SERVICE 1.800.999.9952
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SOME POWER TRACE
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USES
Finding Neutral Wires
Tracing Conduit
Tracing Wires in Walls
Finding Breaker Panel
Identifying Circuit Breakers
Tracing Live Wires
TOLL FREE CUSTOMER SERVICE 1.800.999.9952
Read and understand this material before operating
or servicing this equipment. Failure to understand
how to safely operate this instrument can result in an
accident causing serious injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
Contact with live circuits can result in severe injury
or death.
THIS TESTER IS DESIGNED FOR USE
BY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
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