kleintools VDV500-123 Probe-Pro Tracing Probe Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: KLEINTOOLS

Table of Contents

kleintools VDV500-123 Probe-Pro Tracing Probe
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURE DETAILS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
STORAGE
WARRANTY
DISPOSAL / RECYCLE
References
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kleintools VDV500-123 Probe-Pro Tracing Probe

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

The Klein Tools VDV500-123 Probe-Pro is a professional-series tone tracer, featuring an inductive probe with speaker for amplification, and LED light for use in dark spaces. It also features a headphone jack for use in extreme noise environments.

Operating Altitude: 6562 ft. (2000 m) maximum
Relative Humidity: 10% – 90% non-condensing
Operating Temp: 14° to 122°F (-10° to 50°C)
Storage Temp: -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C)
Dimensions: 1.75″ x 8.88″ x 1.13″ (44 x 226 x 29 mm)
Weight: 5.7 oz. (161.6 g) including batteries
Battery Type: 4 x 1.5V AAA Alkaline
Battery Life: Active: 25 hours
Standby/Storage: 3 years
Auto-Power Off: After 10 minutes of inactivity Specifications subject to change.

FEATURE DETAILS

P1 Replaceable Inductive Polymer Tip (VDV999-068) P2 Worklight
P3 Worklight On/Off Button
P4 Signal Strength Indicator
P5 Power On/Off Button
P6 Volume Increase Button
P7 Volume Decrease Button
P8 Battery Status Indicator
P9 Speaker
P10 Lanyard Slot
P11 “-” (Negative) Terminal
P12 “+” (Positive) Terminal
P13 Terminal Release Buttons
P14 Verification Indicator
P15 Battery Cover
P16 Battery Cover Screw (#2 Phillips) P17 3.5mm Headphone Jack

WARNINGS
To ensure safe operations and service of the instrument, follow these instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can result in fire, electric shock, severe injury or death.

The Probe-Pro is designed for use on extra-low voltage cabling systems (less than 60 volts) for testing when NOT energized.
DO NOT use instrument if wet, as it could pose a shock hazard.
DO NOT use instrument if damaged in any way.
Turn off instrument before attempting to replace batteries.
The battery door must be in place and secure before you operate the instrument.
DO NOT open the case, other than the battery compartment.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING AND RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

TRACING PAIRED WIRES

Connect tone generator (VDV500-063 Toner-Pro recommended, sold seperately) to the wires of the pair to be traced, following the tone generator’s instructions.
Turn the Probe-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button P5 .
At the far end of the cable, spread the wires apart at least 2″ (51 mm), if possible.
Use the Probe-Pro to scan the cable’s wire pairs. Move the Probe-Pro’s tip P1 slowly across the wires (FIG. 1). The Probe-Pro’s volume will increase as it approaches the toned pair. When the Probe-Pro’s volume is high over the first wire, low in the middle (between) the two wires, and high over the second wire, you have located the pair of wires you are tracing. Use the Volume Increase P6 and Volume Decrease P7 buttons to adjust the volume.

VERIFYING TONED PAIRS

Connect tone generator (VDV500-063 Toner-Pro recommended, sold separately) to the cable to be traced, following the tone generator’s instructions.
On the other end of the cable, remove approximately 2 mm (3/32″) of the outer jacket of each of the wires believed to be the toned pair.
Insert the wire connected to the positive test clip of the tone generator to the “+” (Positive) Terminal P12, and the wire currently in the negative test clip of the tone generator to the “-” (Negative) Terminal P11 . To access the terminals, press their respective Terminal Release buttons P13, insert the wire(s) and release (FIG. 2). The Verification Indicator P14 will illuminate when the correct pair is inserted.

TRACING NON-PAIRED WIRES

Connect the tone generator (VDV500-063 Toner-Pro recommended, sold separately) to the wires to be traced, following the tone generator’s instructions.
Turn the Probe-Pro on by pressing the Power On/Off button P5.
At the far end of the cable, spread the wires at least 2″ (51 mm) apart, if possible.
Use the Probe-Pro to scan the cable’s wire pairs. Move the Probe-proper’s tip P1 slowly across the wires. The Probe-producer’s volume will increase as it approaches the toned wire.

USING THE PROBE’S WORK LIGHT
The Probe-Pro has a work light P2 to aid in illuminating dark or low-light work areas. Press the Worklight On/Off button P3 to turn the light on and off.

MAINTENANCE

BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the Battery Status Indicator P8 blinks, the batteries must be replaced.

Turn off instrument(s) before attempting to replace batteries.
Loosen screw P16 on battery cover P15 .
Remove and properly dispose of four 1.5V AAA batteries.
Install new batteries (note proper polarity).
Replace battery cover and fasten securely with screw.

To avoid risk of electric shock, do not operate while battery door is removed.

PROBE-PRO TIP REPLACEMENT (KLEIN CAT. NO. VDV999-068) The tip P1 of the Probe- Pro is replaceable if damaged. To remove and replace tip:

Turn tip 1/4 turn and pull gently to remove.
Insert new tip with the key in proper orientation and push gently.
Rotate 1/4 turn to lock into place.

CLEANING

Be sure instrument is turned off and wipe with a clean, dry lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.

STORAGE

Remove the batteries when the instrument is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Do not expose to high temperatures or humidity. After a period of storage in extreme conditions exceeding the limits mentioned in the GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS section, allow the equipment to return to normal operating conditions before using.

WARRANTY

www.kleintools.com/warranty

DISPOSAL / RECYCLE

Do not place equipment and its accessories in the trash. Items must be properly disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Please see www.epa.gov/recycle for additional information.

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