KOBALT ET-18 Receptacle Tester with GFCI Instruction Manual

KOBALT ET-18 Receptacle Tester with GFCI Instruction Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SPECIFICATION

Measure Voltage| 125 AC maximum
GFCI Test| ’6nîA
GFCI Working Voltage| 110V”125V AC
Operating Environment| 32°F to I04’F (0°C to 40’C› at •:80 relative humidity
Storage Environment| i4°F to ‘140’F {-‘i0’C to 60’Ci at ‹80% relative humidity
Operating Altitude| 7000ft {2000nJ) maximum
Net Weight| Approx.0.1QIh f47g›
Dimension| max. .3×1.7×3.8in (34x44x96nJm)
Safety| Complies with UL tor measurement Category 123s. Pollution Degree 2

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Symbol

safe/ information.
| Indicates hazardous voltages may be present.
| Equipment is protected by double or reinforced insulation.

Safety Category Ratings

• Household appliances. power tools
• Outlets more than 30ft f10m) from a CAT III source
• Outlets more than 60ft F20m) front a CAT IV source

The measurement category (CAT) rating and voltage rating is determined fry a combination of the meter, test probes and any accessions connected to the meter and test probes.
The combination rating is the LO\\’EST of any individual component.

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNINGS

• Please read and understand this entire manual before using this product.
• Refer to the instruction manual for proper Use. Incorrect use may result in damage to the dev:ce or M components.
• For use on 110-125V AC receptacles only.
• All appliances or equipment on the circuit being tested should be unplugged to help avoid erroneous readings.
• This tester is not a comprehensive diagnostic instrument. It will not:
  • Indicate quality of the ground.
  • Detect 2 hot wires in a circuit.
  • Detect a combination of defects.
  • Indicate reversal of grounded and grounding conductors.
• Refer all indicated problems to a qualified electrician.

PRODUCT COMPLIANCE

Users of this product are cautioned not to make modifications or changes.
Doing so may void the compliance of this product with applicable Law and regulator,’ requirements and may result in the loss of the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
“This de‘7ice complies ’with part I * of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept and’ interference received. including Interference that may cause undesired operation.”’

Lowe’s Home Centers LLC
100fi Lowe’s 8Ivd.
Mooresville. NC 28 I l7
1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258›

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment‹ generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and. if ‹Jot installed and used in accordance the the instructions. may cause harmful interference to Radio communications.
However, fierce is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Jf this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception , which can be determined fry turning the equipment off and all, the user is encouraged
to try’ to correct the interference by’ one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radia/T’v’ technician for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority’ to operate the equipment.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Receptacle Wiring Test Instructions
WARNING: For use on l20 ‘bolt AC receptacles only.

• Before performing test. verify operation on a known good receptacle that is property ’wired and live.
• Plug the tester into the receptacle being tested.
• Compare lit Neon lights to the diagnostic chart printed on the tester.
• If the tester does not indicate a properly wired outlet, consult a qualified electrical.

Diagnostic Chart

GFCI Test Instructions

WARNING: For use on 120 Volt AC receptacles  only

• Check the instructions on the specific GFCI device you are testing before proceeding.
• Check to make sure the receptacle is properly ‘wired before proceed the GFCI test. Refer to Receptacle Wining Test Instructions.
• Press the test button on the GFCI receptacle. The GFC1 should trip. if not, do not use the receptacle and insults a qualified electrician of it does trip, press the reset button on the GFCI receptacle.
• Insert the tester into the receptacle being tested.
• Press the GFCî button on the tester. The GFCI found top and the indicator lights on the tester should turn of.
  • If the GFCI does not tnp, either the receptacle is misworded or the
  GFCf is defect Do not use the receptacle and consult a qualified electrician.
  CAUTION:
  When testing a GFCI installed on a 2-wire (non-grounded) outlets, the tester may indicate a faulty GFCI. If this occurs, press the test button on the GFCJ receptacle. The GFCi should trip. Restore power by pressing the GFCJ reset button.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• Keep the tester dry. If it gets wet. wipe it off.
• Keep the tester clean. Wipe the dirt ‘Eli a soft cloth dampened ’with water. Do not use chemicals. cleaning solvents. or detergents.
• Handle the tester gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage the electronic parts or the case.
• Use and store the tester in normal temperatures. Temperature extremes can shorten the life of the electronic parts and distort or melt plastic parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING

test
Neon Light no indication| Neon lights damaged| Replace tester

WARRANTY

Three – year Warranty. Incidental or consequential damages are excluded from this warranty’.

Customer Support

Questions, j›roblems, missing parts?
Before returning to your retailer. call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT
( l-888-356-2258›. 8 am – 8 pm EST. Monday- Sunday. You may also contact us anytime at
www.lowes,com

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