Line Tracer
12
ON
Transmitter T10K
is in modeLO AD
En ergized syste m
Receiver R10K
Selective probe
Fig. 6. Searching the fuse
b) Non-energized lines, the transmitter in GEN mode
Hints: continued
When the traced lines are in short circuit, the test current from internal generator of the
transmitter unit T10K flows through the tested loop.
This can also happen in case of cable shorts, connected bulbs or other loads etc.
Receiver R10K
switched in
inductive mode
Transmitter T10K
is automatically
in generator mode
LINES: Non-energized or DC powered
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Fig. 7. Injection of test current into tested loop
Detection possibilities for traced object
Tracing object Distance Notes
Pair of conductors Up to 5 cm