Cal-Van Tools Amp Hound User Manual

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Amp Hound™
OWNER’S MANUAL • MANUAL DEL USUARIO • GUIDE D’UTILISATION
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Cal-Van Tools Amp Hound Specifications

General

Category	Test Equipment
Usage	Automotive
Output	Audible
Probe Type	Inductive
Power Source	Battery

Summary

Precautions

Wear Safety Goggles

User and bystanders must wear safety goggles for protection.

System Voltage Limits

The instrument is rated for 6V, 12V, and 24V electrical systems only.

Flammable Gas Hazard

Avoid measurements in flammable gas environments due to explosion risk from sparking.

Wet Conditions Warning

Do not operate the instrument if it or your hands are wet, including in rain.

Barrier Safety

Keep hands and fingers behind safety barriers during measurements.

No Modifications Allowed

Unauthorized modifications to the instrument are prohibited.

Introduction

Instructions

Control Panel Functions

Details on the ON button, Fuse Value, Fuse Type, data entry, and power off.

Setup Procedure

How to connect test leads to the unit's banana jacks.

Battery Replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing the internal AA batteries.

Parasitic Draw Test

Procedure to locate circuits drawing current when the vehicle is off.

Amperage Measurement

Guide to measuring current using fuse type and value settings.

Specifications

Limited Warranty