I have an outlet with no power on it, will this tool help me trace the circuit to the next junction point?
1406200
Not sure - the way the product works is that you plug one of the devices into the outlet in question (or use a socket device in a light socket or an alligator clip when needed) and then move a sensor along the circuit breakers in the panel box one by one until an audible signal is emitted when the sensor locates the correct circuit breaker. So it is all based on having a continuous circuit going back to the panel box. If the circuit is broken, it likely will not work. Have you considered to contact the manufacturer to get their advice?
1406201
Sorry, but the ET300 requires the circuit to be powered for it to work. You will need to use other methods to trace out the circuit and find out where the problem is.
1406202
Nope, it barely picks up the signal when held against the wire. Probably a reason tracer costs so much
1406203
No. You need power for this to work. A tone generator would do what you want.
829770
Yes. If you look at the photo of the plug that you plug into the outlet you will see that there is a knurled ring that unscrews the tip. The fuse is behind this tip.
2158841
of course -- it only completes a path of the current from point a to pt. b 6/volt or 110
142932
Yes I have used this tool to find a bad wire behindd ddrywall which was cut by a drywall screw.
2155824
If your wires are in wire harness and bundled up, then I'm going to say no. This may be good for tracing wires but not good for finding open circuit because the transmitter is too strong. I would not recommend this one.
2156009
Yes you would need this tool and a RJ45 unit. Two to be exact and you'll need to crimp both ends and plug in.
1472533
This type of tool can sense a hot circuit through both the individual leads's insulation and the sheath insulation. However, I don't know if this particular product will reliably do so. I have had to spend more time and effort than I would like getting a result that I was certain I could trust. Please note Trina Buchanan's response, too; she has the credentials. A different model or brand might be better for you.
2051945
Select either on-intensity with push-button and plug-in to outlet. It will turn off when plugged in to functioning outlet, and turn on when power fails.
324165
make sure it is inserted into the socket far enough, check for voltage in the socket, then at the end of the wiring, then try another device to power. you should be able to find where a break is located.
861376
No, but you will need to turn that breaker off. Use a meter and double check that there is no power on that circuit. If in doubt, then pull the wires for that circuit.
1096794
I'm sorry to disappoint you, but I do not have any outlets on a switch circuit. Perhaps you can visit the manufacturer's web site for that info.
2275344
I would have say no because in a car there is 12 DC volts in line for power to find the break..this device is made to take up to 42 DC volts not AC volts like found in a house...Maybe you could put 12 volts DC through your house wiring and use this tool to find the short,,, BUT MAKE SURE YOU HAVE NO FEED BACK TO YOUR MAIN POWER...I would be very carefull.... P.S. also I don't know if this tool would work going through walls....because doing car wiring you have to keep the tool right on the wiring it self...wall might be to thick...
2275343
I would say yes but am not sure, so tell I will you why. It works by plugging 2 leads into the fuse box, so if you can connect it where the 2 house wires meet, perhaps at the junction box or the breaker box AND THE ENTIRE HOUSE HAS NO ELECTRICITY, then I suspect it should as it is simply reading where the break is, but the car grounds to the body or frame and that may make a difference. I am not sure. Harbor Freight I think has a tool that may work on the house. I am curious. Could you let me know? hgj@jasneflorio.com
284199
Yes.Since you can't be sure of which switch controls that light, turn off the power at the fuse box for that circuit. Make certain that the power is off, then and only then proceed. If you have rubber gloves they will add a layer of protection when handling the tool.I am not an electrician so if you are not comfortable doing this, please do not attempt. That's the best advice I can give you. Please be safe!
1307303
This item will tell you if 1. The outlet is getting power. 2. Wired correctly. If you were told a gfci "wasn't working" it could be many reasons. But the most likely is it's a bad component. This tool would only confirm the outlet is not dispensing power. You would need to pull the face plate off to access the terminals on either side to test power. If the terminals are "live" then replacing the gfci component would be your solution. You need a multi tester to test the terminals. Or an electrician.
1963805
I was replacing the exact same outlet, so I just unhooked everything and reconnected it exactly as it was before. There were instructions, but I would look for other sources for help if you are unsure. Youtube is a good place.
452965
No this device will only show if the outlet actually has power, how it is wired (polarized), and test a GFCI outlet for tripping properly. GFCI not resetting then will not show you anything on this tester as no lights will light up. I would check first to see if there is another GFCI receptacle or even breaker that is downstream from the one that is tripped as I see this in my inspections from time to time. Basically someone installed an unnecessary GFCI . If there is, it will need to be reset in order to reset the one upstream. If not, then the GFCI outlet has probably just gone bad. If none of that made sense....call an electrician. Bottom line is no this tester will not help No this device will only show if the outlet actually has power, how it is wired (polarized), and test a GFCI outlet for tripping properly. GFCI not resetting then will not show you anything on this tester as no lights will light up. I would check first to see if there is another GFCI receptacle or even breaker that is downstream from the one that is tripped as I see this in my inspections from time to time. Basically someone installed an unnecessary GFCI . If there is, it will need to be reset in order to reset the one upstream. If not, then the GFCI outlet has probably just gone bad. If... » Read More No this device will only show if the outlet actually has power, how it is wired (polarized), and test a GFCI outlet for tripping properly. GFCI not resetting then will not show you anything on this tester as no lights will light up. I would check first to see if there is another GFCI receptacle or even breaker that is downstream from the one that is tripped as I see this in my inspections from time to time. Basically someone installed an unnecessary GFCI . If there is, it will need to be reset in order to reset the one upstream. If not, then the GFCI outlet has probably just gone bad. If none of that made sense....call an electrician. Bottom line is no this tester will not help « Show Less