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TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT MANUAL
MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
308.009 WIGGY VOLTAGE TESTER
EFFECTIVE: OCTOBER 2007
Current Revision Date: 12/18/18 Next Revision Date: 12/18/23
Author’s Name/Rank: Dennis Barnhart, Engineer Review Level: 1
PURPOSE
Familiarize members with the use of the Wiggy Voltage Tester.
APPLICATION
The tester is used by Fire Companies to test for electrical current during emergency
response.
OPERATIONAL POLICY
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OPERATIONAL GUIDELINE
The Wiggy Voltage Tester is a hand-held device with two insulated probes to test for
the presence of electrical current.
PROCESS
The voltage tester is used to measure current ranging from 120 to 600 volts. It is
only used on voltage LESS than 600 volts and is not intended for high-tension or
distribution lines.
Do not use the voltage tester if uncomfortable around electricity or with the voltage
tester.
Recommended use of this tool is in conjunction with advice from a representative of
the electrical company (PG&E).
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Stowed Position Ready For Use
1. Begin operation by placing the base of the red insulated probe in the
top of the tester with the tip facing outward.
2. Hold the tester and probe against the HOT wire to be tested.
3. Hold the black insulated probe with the other hand and touch the tip to
neutral or ground.
4. If the circuit is energized, the tester will vibrate and a visual red line
marker in the center of the tester will be displayed.
For testing outlets, the operation is similar to above:
1. Begin by placing the red probe into one side of the outlet.
2. Insert the black probe into the other side of the outlet (See Figure 1).
Figure1 Figure 2
1. If there is current, the unit will vibrate and the red indicator drop down on the
scale will display approximate voltage (See Figure 2).
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INFORMATION
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DEFINITIONS
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CROSS REFERENCES
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