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Tracing Wires
Applications include finding the locations of cable runs and identifying other devices and loads
on the circuit.
1) Connect the transmitter to the circuit to be traced and power it on.
a) For optimal tracing, leave the circuit energized to create a closed loop.
b) If the circuit is de-energized, then connect transmitter to the neutral and ground
conductors to create a closed loop.
2) Turn on the receiver and use the default maximum sensitivity ( ).
3) Starting several feet from the transmitter, use a linear sweeping motion and the back of the
receiver to find the strongest signal location behind the wall, above the ceiling, or under
the floor.
a) If the signal is too strong, reduce the sensitivity range.
b) If the signal is too weak, utilize a remote return path for the transmitter. Then, reduce the
sensitivity range on the receiver and repeat step #3.
4) Continue following the highest reading until the end of the circuit is found.
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