PCWork PCW06A AC Voltage Detector User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- PCWork
Table of Contents
PCWork PCW06A AC Voltage Detector
Safety Instructions
The instrument is designed according to the requirements of the international electrical safety standard IEC61010-1, which defines the safety requirements for electronic testing instruments. The design and manufacturing of this instrument strictly comply with the requirements of the IEC61010-1 CAT.III 1000V, CAT.IV 600V over voltage safety standards and pollution level 2.
In order to avoid possible electric shock, personal injury, or any other safety accident, please abide by the following instructions:
- Read this manual carefully before us ing the device and strictly follow the instructions when using it. Otherwise safety for the user cannot be guaranteed.
- The operator of this device is obliged to ensure that every other person using this device has read and understood the manual. Only qualified users are permitted to operate the device.
- Please be careful if the measurement exceeds 30V AC. There is the danger of getting an electric shock with this kind of voltage. Since life-threatening voltage can be tested with the device, extra care is required and please adhere to all relevant safety requirements. Do not measure voltage, which exceeds the defined max. values on the device or in this manual.
- Always test the device’s functionality on a known circuit first. If it is not working properly, stop using the device immediately.
- Never use the device if: the device is damaged, the tip is broken, the display is not lit / does not work.
- Never look directly into the LED flashlight of the device. Non-compliance bears the risk of permanently damaging your eyesight.
- Please comply with the local and national safety code. Wear personal protection equipment to prevent any injury. Do not use the instrument around explosive gas, steam, or in an wet environment.
- When low battery is indicated, please replace the battery in time to prevent of any measurement error, electric shock, or injury.
- When using the tester, please put your fingers behind the anti-slip guard.
- Opening, repairing, or maintenance should only be executed by qualified professionals.
- Attention: even without any indication on the device, voltage could be still present. The device shows the effective voltage, when a voltage supply generates an intense enough electro-static field. If the field is too weak, the device cannot detect the presence of voltage. The existence of voltage is affected by various factors, e.g. shielded wires/cables and insulation type.
- Warranty and any liability in regards to material damage or personal injury are suspended in the following cases:
- Improper usage and operation of the device
- Not following the instructions and safety regulations provided by the manual
- Operation and usage without wearing proper personal protection equipment
- Usage and installation of non-approved spare parts
- Improper maintenance and changes related to the design or construction of the device; removal of the type plate
Product Overview
- Probe (NCV sensor)
- Flashlight
- Signal indicator
- Display
- Power switch
- Sensitivity / Flashlight Button
- Battery cover
Operation
Power on/off
Press the power key for more than 2 seconds to turn the device on or off. When turning the device on, it “beeps” and the display lights up. After 3 minutes of inactivity, the device automatically turns off and is not operational.
AC Voltage Detection
Attention:
Always test the device’s functionality on a known live circuit prior to usage. Approach the AC voltage source with the device’s tip. If voltage is detected, the device will make a “beep” sound and the tip lights up red. As the intensity of the voltage signal changes, the bar graph on the screen as well as the frequency of beeping sounds and blinking lights increases or decreases, depending on the signal’s intensity. The signal’s intensity depends on the distance between the device and the voltage source. The further the device is away from the voltage source, the weaker the signal becomes.
Dual Range (High / Low Sensitivity)
The device is in low sensitivity mode by default, when turning it on (48-1000V). In order to switch to the high sensitivity setting (12-1000V), press the Sensitivity / Flashlight button for more than 1 second. Depending on which mode chosen, the device will emit different visual and audio signals. Refer to the overview below for each mode.
Low-Sensitivity Mode:
| Turned on | 12V-48V AC | 48V-1000V AC |
|---|---|---|
| Single „beep“, | No beeping | High-frequency |
| green screen | signal, green | beeping signal, |
| screen | the tip illuminates | |
| continuously in | ||
| red, red screen |
High-Sensitivity Mode:
| Turned on | 12V-48V AC | 48V-1000V AC |
|---|---|---|
| Single „beep“, | Low frequency | High-frequency |
| green sensitivity | beeping signal, | beeping signal, |
| button & screen | the tip illuminates | the tip illuminates |
| continuously in | continuously in | |
| red | red, red screen |
When the device is in high-sensitivity mode, the tester will be more sensitive and will show voltage indication from a further distance from the voltage source than in low-sensitivity mode.
Identification of Null and Live Wire
Keep the two lines (cables) as far away fr om each other as possible. Then pay attention to the signals:
| Live Wire | Null Wire |
|---|
Up to 8 var graphs on
screen
| Below 6 bars graphs on
screen
Fast-paced beeping
signals
| Slow-paced beeping
signals
Red screen| Green screen
If the voltage is higher than 90V AC, the screen turns red and shows the high voltage symbol. Note: Do not distinguish neutral and live wire through the screen color, but through the detected signal intensity. The live wire causes stronger signals than the neutral wire. Consequently, it is recommend to use the high-sensitivity mode during identification.
Breakpoint Testing of Cables:
Put the device in high-sensitivity mode and move the tester’s tip along the cable. The visual and audio signal of the device will change/disappear when a break is detected in the cable. Do not use it on cable ducts or metal-clad cables.
LED Flashlight
Press the Sensitivity / Flashlight button and hold it for more than 2 seconds to turn the flashlight on or off. It will turn off after 3 minutes if no signals or operation has been detected.
Auto Power off
After 3 minutes of inactivity and no signal detection, the device will power off to save energy.
Low Battery Indication:
When the battery voltage drops below 2.5V the will be displayed. When the battery voltage drops below 2.3V the device will automatically turn itself off.
Technical Specifications:
| Voltage | 12-1000V AC, 50/69 Hz |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0-40°C |
| Storage Temperature | -10-50°C |
| Humidity | £95% |
| Operating Altitude | £2000m |
| Safety Compliance | CE, CAT.III 1000V, CAT.IV 600V |
| Batteries | 2X1.5V AAA |
Battery Replacement
Rotate the battery cover as shown below, in order to remove it from the device. Then t ake out the old batteries and insert new ones with the same specifications. Rotate the cover back onto the device and make sure that it is fully locked, before you continue using the device.
Cleaning
Use a dry or slightly damp cloth for cleaning, never use chemicals or detergents. Caution: Make sure that the device is completely dry, before continuing to use it.
Information regarding waste disposal:
You are not permitted to dispose of this device in household garbage. This multimeter corresponds to the EU-directive concerning the “Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment”. Please dispose of the device in your local collection point.Please follow the decree related to the disposal of batteries. Used batteries are not permitted to be disposed of in household garbage. You are obliged to recycle them. Dispose of used batteries by bringing them to local collection points. Creation date of manual: March 2021 – all technical changes reserved. No responsibility is taken for any technical or printing errors.
Importer / Distributer
| Company Name | P+C Schwick GmbH |
|---|---|
| Address | Pohlhauser Straße 9, |
42929 Wermelskirchen, Germany
Email| info@schwick.de
Internet| www.schwick.de
WEEE-No.| DE 73586423
Local district court| Wermelskirchen, Germany
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References
- PCWork - Tools & Digital Multimeters for Enthusiasts
- P+C Schwick GmbH Industrial & Retail - German Electronics Distributor