KDS EA760A-24, Instructions Manual

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mesh, it is typical that the symbol e
for magnetic metal is indicated on
the display directly above the iron
rods, whereas between the iron rods,
the symbol
d for non-magnetic metal
will appear.
Power Cable
The operating mode “Power cable”
is suitable only for detecting "live"
conductors (0–230V).
Press button
8 to activate the op-
erating mode “Power cable” . The
illuminated ring 1 and indication 4
above button 8 light up green.
When a “live” conductor is detected,
indication
f appears on the display
3 . Move the measuring tool repeat-
edly over the area to localise the
“live” conductor more precisely.
After moving over the “live” conduc-
tor several times, it can be indicated
very accurately. When the measuring
tool is very close to the conductor,
the illuminated ring
1 flashes red and
the audio signal beeps swiftly.
Notes:
“Live” conductors are indicated in
any operating mode.
“Live” conductors can be detected
easier when power con-sumers
(e.g. lamps, machines) are con-
nected to the sought conductor
and switched on.
Under certain conditions (such
as below metal surfaces or be-
hind surfaces with high water
content), “live” conductors can-
not be securely detected.
The sig-
nal strength of a “live” conductor
depends on the position of the ca-
ble. Therefore, apply further meas-
urements in close proximity or use
other information sources to check
if a “live” conductor exists.
Voltage-free conductors can be de-
tected as metal objects in the op-
eration mode
“Metal” . This does
not apply for stranded conductors
(contrary to solid conductors or
cable).
Static electricity can lead to inac-
curate indication of electric lines,
e.g., over a large range. To improve
the indication, place your free hand
flat on the wall next to the meas-
uring tool, in order to remove the
static electricity.
Working Advice
Measuring values can be im-
paired through certain ambient
conditions. These include, e.g.,
the proximity of other equipment
that produce strong magnetic or
electromagnetic fields, moisture,
metallic building materials, foil-
laminated insulation materials
or conductive wallpaper or tiles.
Therefore, please also observe
other information sources (e.g.
construction plans) before drilling,
sawing or routing into walls, ceil-
ings or floors.
Marking Objects
If required, detected objects can
be marked. Perform a measure-
ment as usual. Once you have found
the boundaries or the centre of an
object, mark the sought location
through the marking hole
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