Dawson DET 300 User Manual Download

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Using the Tester

Standard 3 wire outlet



Always test on a known good outlet before use.



Plug the tester into the outlet, check the indicator
lights and refer to the following table for the
current state of the outlet.



If incorrect wiring is indicated, do not use outlet.
Consult electrician.

Indicator

Fault

Reason for Wiring Fault

Open ground

Ground contact not
connected

Open neutral

Neutral contact not
connected

Open hot

Hot contact not
connected

Hot/ground
Reverse

Hot and ground contacts
reversed

Hot/neutral
Reverse

Hot and neutral contacts
reversed

Correct

Receptacle is wired
correctly

Summary of Contents for DET 300

Page 1: ...Dawson DET 300 3 Wire GFCI Outlet Tester User s Manual...

Page 2: ...s instrument from Dawson Tools Inc will be free from defects in workmanship and material for three years from the date of original purchase This warranty does not cover defects resulting from damage c...

Page 3: ...n The user is responsible for properly packing the unit and charges such as shipping freight and insurance charges The extent of Dawson s liability is limited solely to the repair replacement of the i...

Page 4: ...state of the outlet If incorrect wiring is indicated do not use outlet Consult electrician Indicator Fault Reason for Wiring Fault Open ground Ground contact not connected Open neutral Neutral contac...

Page 5: ...s trip reset the GFCI Plug the tester into GFCI outlet If the indicator lights do not indicate a correctly wired outlet the GFCI test will not work consult an electrician before using Press the test b...

Page 6: ...perature 32 F To 104 F 0 to 40 Storage Temperature 14 F to 122 F 10 to 50 Altitude 6500 ft 2000 m indoor use only Dimension 3 15 x 1 65 x 1 26 in 80x42x32mm Weight Approx 1 6oz 45g Contact Dawson Daws...