Amprobe ST-101B User Manual

ST-101B Socket Tester
Safety Information
March 2012© Amprobe Test Tools. All rights reserved.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Use extreme caution when testing live electrical
circuits due to risk of injury from electric shock.
Instructions:
1. Plug the socket tester into known live socket to ensure tester
is operational.
2. Unplug all appliances and equipment on the circuit to be
tested for best results.
3. Plug the tester into the socket and note which indicators light.
4. Refer to the table below to determine the wiring.
Note: For use on 110 to 125 V ac sockets only. This tester does
not indicate the quality of the ground. Will not detect two
hot wires in circuit, two or more faults in combination, or
reversal of neutral and ground connectors.
• For use on 110-125 VAC sockets only
• All appliances or equipment on the circuit being tested
should be unplugged to help avoid erroneous readings
• Not a comprehensive diagnostic instrument but a simple
instrument to detect nearly all probable common improper
wiring conditions
• Refer all indicated problems to a qualified electrician
• Will not indicate quality of ground
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
Attention! Refer to Operating Instructions
Canadian Standards Association. [Note: Canadian and US.]
Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste

Amprobe ST-101B Specifications

General

Category	Test Equipment
Model	ST-101B
Display	LCD
Power Source	9V Battery
Frequency Weighting	A
Time Weighting	Fast

Summary

Explanation of Symbols

Attention!

Symbol indicates to refer to Operating Instructions for important safety information.

Canadian Standards Association

Symbol indicates compliance with Canadian Standards Association, applicable in Canada and the US.

Do Not Dispose

Symbol indicates the product should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste.

Warnings and Precautions

Electrical Shock Hazard

Use extreme caution when testing live electrical circuits due to risk of injury from electric shock.

Usage Limitations

For use on 110-125 VAC sockets only; will not indicate ground quality or detect certain faults.

Equipment Handling

Unplug appliances/equipment on the circuit being tested to avoid erroneous readings.

Professional Referral

Refer all indicated problems to a qualified electrician for diagnosis and repair.

Instructions

Initial Operation Check

Plug the socket tester into a known live socket to ensure the tester is operational.

Preparation for Testing

Unplug all appliances and equipment on the circuit to be tested for best results.

Performing the Test

Plug the tester into the socket and note which indicators light to determine wiring.

Testing Limitations

Tester is for 110-125V AC sockets only; does not indicate ground quality or detect multiple faults.