Trotec BE15, BE16 Operating Manual

BE15

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OPERATING MANUAL

VOLTAGE DETECTOR

TRT-BA-BE15-TC-001-EN

Table of contents

Notes regarding the operating manual................................. 1

Safety .....................................................................................1

You can download the current version of the operating manual
and the EU declaration of conformity via the following link:

Information about the device................................................2

Transport and storage...........................................................3

Operation ...............................................................................3

Maintenance and repair ........................................................5

Disposal .................................................................................5

Notes regarding the operating manual

Symbols

Warning of electrical voltage

This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.

Warning

This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.

Caution

This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.

Note

This signal word indicates important information (e.g.
material damage), but does not indicate hazards.

Info

Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.

Follow the manual

Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
operating manual must be observed.

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Safety

Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use!

Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/ or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.

This appliance can be used by children aged from
8years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.

• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms.

• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.

• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.

• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.

• Do not open the device with a tool.

• Observe the storage and operating conditions as given in
the Technical data chapter.

Intended use

Only use the device for detecting alternating voltages whilst
adhering to the technical data.

To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and
spare parts which have been approved by Trotec.

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Improper use

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The device is not suitable for the accurate measurement of
voltages. Do not try to detect direct current voltages with the
device.

The device may not be used in potentially explosive
atmospheres, when wet or very humid.

Personnel qualifications

People who use this device must:

• be aware of the dangers that occur when working with
electric devices in damp areas.

• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.

Residual risks

Danger

Electric shock from insufficient insulation. Check the
device for damages and proper functioning before each
use.
If you notice damages, no longer use the device.
Do not use the device when the device or your hands
are damp or wet!
Do not use the device when the battery compartment
or the housing are open.

Information about the device

Device description

The voltage detector detects alternating voltage (AC) and signals
it to the user via a flashing LED and an acoustic signal.

The device can be used for finding a cable break or determining
the presence of alternating voltage in fuses, wires and cables.

Additionally the measuring device is equipped with an
integrated LED torch.

Device depiction

Danger

Electric shock from contact with live parts. Do not
touch any live parts. Secure neighbouring live parts by
insulating them or switching them off.

Warning

Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.

Warning

The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.

Warning

Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!

Caution

Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.

Note

To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.

Note

Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.

No. Designation

1 Device power button/ sensitivity selection button

2 Clip

3 LED torch power button

4 LED torch

5 Battery compartment cover

6 Battery compartment

7 Measuring tip

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Technical data

Operation

Parameter Value

Detection range 200 V AC to 1000 V AC

24 V AC to 1000 V AC

Overvoltage category CAT III 1000 V

CAT IV 600 V

Degree of pollution 2

Battery type 2 x 1.5 V batteries AAA (Micro)

Weight 48.5 g

Ambient conditions 0°C to 40°C

with max. 80% RH

Storage conditions -10°C to 60°C

with max. 80% RH

Scope of delivery

1xVoltage detector BE15

2 x 1.5 V battery AAA (Micro)

1 x Quick guide

Transport and storage

Inserting the batteries

Note

Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the
device is switched off.

Insert the batteries contained in the scope of delivery (2 x 1.5V
AAA) before first use.

Please proceed as follows to insert the batteries into the device:

1. Press down the clip(2).

2. Pull the battery compartment cover(5) back.

3. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment(6) with
correct polarity.

4. Slide the battery compartment cover(5) back onto the
device and make sure that the clip(2) engages.

Note

If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.

Transport

For transporting the device use a suitable bag to protect it from
external influences.

Storage

When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:

• dry and protected from frost and heat

• protected from dust and direct sunlight

• with a cover to protect it from invasive dust if necessary

• The storage temperature is the same as the range given in
the Technical data chapter.

• Remove the batteries from the device.

Switching the device on

1. Switch the device on by pressing the device power
button(1).

ð A brief beep is emitted, and the measuring tip(7) lights

up green.

Info

After switch-on, the device's measurement sensitivity
is always set to 200V to 1000V. In order to detect
lower ACvoltages, you have to select sensitivity level2
before starting the measurement.

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Setting the measurement sensitivity

24 V – 1000 V 200 V – 1000 V

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The device BE15 has two sensitivity levels.

Sensitivity level ACvoltage

measuring range

LED colour
measuring tip

1 200 V to 1000 V green

2 24 V to 1000 V orange

Please proceed as follows to change the sensitivity level:

1. Switch the device on.

ð After switch-on, the device's measurement sensitivity is

set to 200V to 1000V.

2. Briefly press the sensitivity selection button(1) once.

ð The measuring tip lights up orange, and sensitivity

level2 is set.

ð The device's measurement sensitivity is now set to 24V

to 1000V.

Checking the device's functionality before measuring

ü Charged batteries have been inserted into the device.

1. Switch the device on.

2. Check the voltage detector for proper functioning before
each measurement. To do so, hold the measuring tip (7)
to a known source of voltage.

ð The measuring tip (7) flashes red.
ð A repetitive beep is emitted.
ð You can now use the device to detect ACvoltages.

Detecting ACvoltage

After successfully testing the device's functionality, you can use
the device to detect ACvoltages. To do so, please proceed as
follows:

ü Charged batteries have been inserted into the device.
ü The device's functionality has been tested successfully.

1. Switch the device on.

2. Select the desired sensitivity level.

3. Hold the device near the ACvoltage source to be
measured.

ð If there is an ACvoltage within the selected sensitivity

range present at the source, the measuring tip(7) will
flash and a repetitive beep will be emitted.

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Switching on the torch

Li-Ion

Please proceed as follows to use the torch:

ü Charged batteries have been inserted into the device.

1. Press and hold the LED torch power button(3).

ð The LED torch(4) will be illuminated for as long as the

LED torch power button(3) is pressed.

2. Let go of the LED torch power button(3) to switch off the
LED torch.

Maintenance and repair

Cleaning

Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Ensure
that no moisture enters the housing. Do not use any sprays,
solvents, alcohol-based cleaning agents or abrasive cleaners,
but only clean water to moisten the cloth.

Repair

Do not modify the device or install any spare parts. For repairs
or device testing, contact the manufacturer.

Disposal

The icon with the crossed-out waste bin on waste
electrical or electronic equipment stipulates that this equipment
must not be disposed of with the household waste at the end of
its life. You will find collection points for free return of waste
electrical and electronic equipment in your vicinity. The
addresses can be obtained from your municipality or local
administration. For further return options provided by us please
refer to our website www.trotec24.com.

The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic
equipment aims to enable the re-use, recycling and other forms
of recovery of waste equipment as well as to prevent negative
effects for the environment and human health caused by the
disposal of hazardous substances potentially contained in the
equipment.

In the European Union, batteries and accumulators must not be
treated as domestic waste, but must be disposed of
professionally in accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 6September 2006
on batteries and accumulators. Please dispose of batteries and
accumulators according to the relevant legal requirements.

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