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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL ELEMENTS OF THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USE.

WARNING:

Use of the FireFly Fuse Tool Voltage Detector in certain corner locations

may result in incorrect indications. Those conditions should be avoided or re-tested
in a nearby location. Voltage cancellation effects inside right angles (conductors
approximately 90° apart) may cause false indications if the Detector is used within
3 feet (1 meter) of the conductors joining. Other operating limitations may exist.
These are found in the Instructions for Use section of this manual (page 6).

DANGER: 

Never insert the FireFly Detector into metal enclosures, switchgear, through

access holes or use in any situations other than overhead conductors. Incorrect
use of the FireFly Detector can lead to severe injury or death.

SAFETY

Rigorous hotstick work practices should be used at all times. All industry, OSHA and
company work practices and safety procedures shall apply when working on or near
high voltage systems. When used properly, the FireFly Detector reliably provides an
alarm warning of energized conductors.

• Only trained, professional operating personnel should use this equipment. The

voltages these instruments operate at are to be considered live and dangerous
and are lethal. Severe injury or death can occur if improperly used.

• Make certain all other safety considerations have been identified, implemented

and are in place prior to using this equipment. Maintain proper work clearances
at all times.

• Make certain the FireFly Detector is properly rated for use on the system voltages

you will test.

• Prior to using, make certain to inspect the instrument for any physical damage,

cleanliness and check for proper working order using the test button. Remove
from service and do not use if you suspect a problem with any of the above.

• Test the instrument before and after each use by testing on a known voltage source

such as the PT-FTVD Proof Tester® Detector Tester for FireFly Voltage Detectors.

• Never allow another high voltage conductor, or grounded point, to come in

contact with the tool during use. Keep housing of FireFly Detector free and
clear of all structures at all times.

• Hotsticks must be used at all times per industry, OSHA and company work practices.

• Never touch the detector or control panel during contact with high voltage. The FireFly

Detector should be considered to be at the same voltage as the conductor under test.

Summary of Contents for Firefly

Page 1: ... Instruction Manual FIREFLY a nd TESTER FUSE TOOL VOLTAGE DETECTOR 1475 Lakeside Drive Waukegan Illinois 60085 U S A 847 473 4980 fax 847 473 4981 website www HDElectricCompany com Making the Invisible VisibleTM ...

Page 2: ...ION 7 BATTERY REPLACEMENT 8 MAINTENANCE AND CARE 9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 9 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 10 WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 12 1475 Lakeside Drive Waukegan Illinois 60085 U S A 847 473 4980 fax 847 473 4981 website www HDElectricCompany com Operating Instruction Manual FIREFLY a nd TESTER FUSE TOOL VOLTAGE DETECTOR ...

Page 3: ...d professional operating personnel should use this equipment The voltages these instruments operate at are to be considered live and dangerous and are lethal Severe injury or death can occur if improperly used Make certain all other safety considerations have been identified implemented and are in place prior to using this equipment Maintain proper work clearances at all times Make certain the Fir...

Page 4: ...he FireFly Voltage Detector has a built in self test feature to make certain the unit is working properly Push the TEST button which will test the battery the electronic circuitry and the audible and visual alarm see page 5 for more information To test the FireFly Detector on a known voltage source before and after each use the PT FTVD Proof Tester FireFly Voltage Detector Tester can be used see p...

Page 5: ... replacement see Battery Replacement section page 8 If changing the battery does not produce the results shown in Step 1 remove the unit from service and send in for repair 3 After completing the voltage detection on the conductor see next section always confirm proper function of the FireFly Detector by completing Step 1 again If the self test does not function as above DO NOT assume that the tes...

Page 6: ...ERFERENCE When two conductors of the same phase are in close proximity to one another the field generated could shield the FireFly Detector causing it not to operate 3 OPPOSITE PHASE INTERFERENCE This condition may occur when testing a grounded and de energized conductor which is in close proximity to a live ungrounded conductor In this situation the FireFly Detector may indicate live voltage when...

Page 7: ... of the fuse cutout or switch The FireFly Detector should be positioned as close to a 90 orientation perpendicular to the fuse or switch as possible If the conductor is energized the detector will give both an audible beeping tone and visual red blinking lights indication If the conductor is not energized no signal is given When operating within the unit s voltage range see product label the FireF...

Page 8: ... not necessary to replace all four batteries at the same time 1 Remove the molded plastic inner housing from the aluminum outer housing by pressing and holding the two latches on the front of the unit and pushing through the hole in the back of the unit 2 Pull the battery cover off of the back of the molded housing 3 Replace batteries as needed for the voltage detector and or the white lights Veri...

Page 9: ...age 8 for additional information CALIBRATION TESTING It is recommended that every twelve months the FireFly Detector is sent in for testing cleaning and inspection We recommend this to be done at a factory trained repair facility the HD Electric Company factory or other qualified location Minimal maintenance is required for the FireFly Detector The carrying bag that is supplied with the unit is re...

Page 10: ...eplace the Proof Tester battery with a 9V lithium or alkaline type battery CAUTION This device generates high voltage AC for testing the voltage detection function in FireFly Detectors There is no danger of electric shock when this Tester is used as directed Discontinue use and return to HD Electric Company for service if the housing is cracked or broken or if the battery cover is lost WARNING Do ...

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Page 12: ...aired or replaced due to unavailability of parts HD Electric Company will use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain substitute parts or conduct work around design but cannot guarantee its ability to do so Items not found defective will be returned at your expense or failing receipt of instruction from you on return of such items within five 5 business days of our notice to you that the product...

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