VF3 AC Voltage detector User Guide Guide de l utilisateur Bedienungsanleitung Guía del usuario
GSAFETY WARNINGS The VF3 Voltage detector may help in the indication of live AC circuits only, and must not be used as verification of a de-energised circuit. This is not a safety test lamp. If damaged, do not use. This instruction guide and markings on the detector provide information for avoiding hazards and unsafe practices related to the use of this tool. Observe all of the safety information provided. F WARNING - ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD : Contact with live circuits can result in severe injury or death Do not use the unit if it is wet or damaged Do not apply more than the rated voltage between the probe tip and earth ground Do not operate with the case open CAUTION: Do not attempt to repair this unit, it contains no user-serviceable parts Do not expose the unit to extremes in temperature or high humidity
CATIV - Measurement category IV: Equipment connected between the origin of the low-voltage mains supply outside the building and the consumer unit. CATIII - Measurement category III: Equipment connected between the consumer unit and the electrical outlets. CATII - Measurement category II: Equipment connected between the electrical outlets and the user s equipment. t Equipment protected throughout by double insulation (Class II). Equipment complies with current EU directives. End of life disposal WEEE DIRECTIVE The crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the instrument and on the batteries is a reminder not to dispose of them with general waste at the end of their life. Megger is registered in the UK as a Producer of Electrical and Electronic equipment. The registration no is; WEE/DJ2235XR.
Users of Megger products in the UK may dispose of them at the end of their useful life by contacting B2B Compliance at www.b2bcompliance.org.uk or by telephone on 01691 676124. Users of Megger products in other parts of the EU should contact their local Megger company or distributor. BATTERY DISPOSAL Batteries in this product are classified as Portable Batteries under the Batteries Directive. Please contact Megger Ltd for instructions on the safe disposal of these batteries. For disposal of batteries in other parts of the EU contact your local distributor. Megger is registered in the UK as a producer of batteries. The registration number is BPRN01235. For Further information see www.megger.com G Read and understand all instructions and safety information in this guide before operating this detector.
DESCRIPTION The Megger VF3 voltage detector is intended to check for the presence of AC voltage, signaled by a bright red LED situated within the white nylon tip and an audible buzzer. The VF3 has the added advantage of a bright-white LED flashlight for use in poor light. FEATURES Non-contact detection of AC voltage 100 V - 600 V AC 50 Hz/60 Hz Visual and audible warning of high voltage Durable rubber over-moulded body Built in bright-white LED flashlight Low power consumption - many hours of flashlight illumination from one set of alkaline batteries Convenient pocket-size The Megger VF3 is useful for identifying live conductors, finding a break in a wire, verifying a blown fuse while in circuit, and detecting the presence of AC voltage at Socket outlets Switches Circuit breakers
Fuses Wires and cables Luminaires GOOD PRACTICE: Before each use the unit must be tested on a known live supply. Place the probe tip on or near the circuit under test. The probe tip will glow bright red and the buzzer will sound when an AC voltage between 90 V and 600 V is detected. If the unit still fails to operate satisfactorily, return for repair. If the unit does not function as expected, replace the batteries. NOTE: The VF3 cannot detect voltage on armoured or sheathed cable, or on cable in conduit, behind panels or in metallic enclosures. FLASHLIGHT Operate the black button alternately to turn the white LED ON and OFF.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT Remove the unit from proximity of any live circuits Turn off flashlight Remove battery cap (1) by lifting clip (2) slightly and pulling cap (1) off body (3) Replace batteries, carefully observing correct type and polarity Replace battery cap (1) 3 2 1 VF3
SPECIFICATIONS INDICATORS: OPTICAL VIA LED AND ACOUSTICAL VIA BUZZER Voltage range: 90-600 V AC 50/60 Hz Operating temp: -10 C - 50 C Humidity: Max. 90% Safety: EN61010-1:2010 EMC: EN61326 Safety Rating: CAT IV 600 V Battery: 2 x AAA / LR03 Size: 178 mm x 26 mm Weight: 48 g (including batteries)
VF3 AC Voltage detector VF3 AC Voltage detector Exclusive Megger design Non-contact detection of AC voltage Automatic audible warning buzzer Bright red voltage indicator in tip Ultra bright LED torch CAT IV 600 V DESCRIPTION The Megger VF3 Voltage detector is a compact pen-style instrument to identify the presence of live AC voltages from 90 V to 600 V at 50 or 60 Hz. Voltage is capacitively detected, signalled on the VF3 by the illumination of a bright red LED situated within the white nylon tip. The VF3 has the additional feature of an audible warning device actuated simultaneously to the red LED. The VF3 incorporates a flashlight torch. Extended battery life is achieved by the use of a bright-white LED. APPLICATION The VF3 can be used for identifying the presence of ac voltage at socket outlets, switches, circuit breakers, fuses, luminaries, wires and cables. It can identify breaks in conductors by tracing along the cable from the source to the point where the indicator no longer illuminates; and also identify a blown fuse while in circuit.
SPECIFICATIONS AC voltage (auto-ranging) Torch Power supply 90 to 600 V AC 50/60 Hz Ultra bright LED 2 piles 1,5 V type AAA LR03 Dimensions 178 mm x 26 mm Weight 48 g Environmental Operating temperature range -10 - +50 C Humidity 90% max. IP rating IP65 Safety CAT IV 600 V Compliance EN 61010-1:2010 ORDERING INFORMATION Description Order Code Box of 12 VF3 voltage detectors 2004-780 UK Archcliffe Road Dover CT17 9EN England T +44 (0) 1304 502101 F +44 (0) 1304 207342 UKsales@megger.com UNITED STATES 4271 Bronze Way Dallas TX 75237-1019 USA T 800 723 2861 (USA only) T +1 214 333 3201 F +1 214 331 7399 USsales@megger.com OTHER TECHNICAL SALES OFFICES Valley Forge USA, College Station USA, Sydney AUSTRALIA, Täby SWEDEN, Ontario CANADA, Trappes FRANCE, Oberursel GERMANY, Aargau SWITZERLAND, Kingdom of BAHRAIN, Mumbai INDIA, Johannesburg SOUTH AFRICA, Chonburi THAILAND CERTIFICATION ISO Registered to ISO 9001:2000 Cert. no. Q 09290 Registered to ISO 14001-1996 Cert. no. EMS 61597 VF3_ds_en_V02 www.megger.com Megger is a registered trademark 2