Re: How to use an inductive probe?

[Matt Ion <soundy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Bob La Londe wrote:

>>I obtained a Progressive Electronics Model 700C kit which include the
>>200EP Inductive Amplifier and Tracer 2 Model 77HP tone generator.
>>Unfortunately I can't locate the instructions to use the unit. I see
>>the Tracer 2 tone generator has two alligator clips (black & red). Do I
>>just connect one (red?) of these to the wire that's supposed to come
>>from the transformer to the door bell, set the switch to "Tone" and
>>then use the inductive probe to follow the wire or do both wires need
>>to be connected?
>>
>>Appreciate instructions or suggestions you might have. Thx!
>>
>>:Chet.
>
>
> I tried once to located a transformer for a door bell with a toner and
> probe, and then with a cable locator.  I never did find it.  One trick I
> have learned since then is sometimes you can locate a wire of a pair easier
> if you just connect one lead instead of both.  Not sure why, but it works
> sometimes.

Try connecting one wire of the tone generator to an earth ground.


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