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Cable locator
3.1.1 In open circuit
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Detect line interruptions in the wall or under the floor;
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Find and trace lines, sockets, junction boxes, switches, etc. in home
facilities;
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Find bottlenecks, bends, buckles and obstructions in installation pipes using
metal cables.
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Caution!
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When using this application, please make sure that the earth protection
cable is working properly.
Recommendations
1.
Open circuit application is suitable for finding outlets and switches in
unused equipment.
2.
The depth of scan depends on the medium and application. A typical
depth is between 0 and 2m. The protective terminal of an electrical outlet
can be used as the grounding connection for the emitter.
3.1.2 Location and tracking of lines and intakes
Preconditions:
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The circuit must be unused.
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The neutral line and the earth wire must be connected and fully
operational.
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Connect the emitter to the line and to earth, following Fig. 3-1-2.