⛔ Klein Tools Digital Circuit Breaker Finder / So Easy To Use ⛔
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- This Might Be the best circuit breaker finder out there. Klein Tools Digital Circuit Breaker Finder is So Easy To Use. No more false readings. Today I'm testing it out and showing you how it works.
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The Klein Tools ET310 Circuit Breaker Finder with Integrated GFCI Outlet Tester is a digital circuit breaker finder used to locate the correct circuit breaker in a panel to which an electrical outlet or fixture is connected. The Transmitter is connected to the electrical outlet or fixture in the circuit while the receiver is used to scan the breakers in the circuit panel. The Transmitter also features a GFCI outlet tester.
California residents
This circuit breaker finder can quickly and accurately locate the correct circuit breaker in a panel corresponding to the circuit to which an electrical outlet or fixture is connected
Tester consists of two parts: a Transmitter, connected to the electrical outlet or fixture and a Receiver, used to scan the panel to locate the correct breaker
Receiver delivers clear visual and audible indications when the correct breaker has been located
Operates on 90-120V AC circuits
Transmitter incorporates a GFCI outlet tester to inspect the wiring condition at the electrical outlet and test GFCI devices
Transmitter docks in the Receiver for convenient storage as a single item when tester is not is use
Transmitter incorporates a three-pin plug for connecting to North-American-style grounded electrical outlets.
The transmitter may be connected to other electrical fixtures using optional accessories which are sold separately (Cat. No. 69411)
Receiver powers off automatically after approximately three minutes of non-use to conserve battery life
Transmitter is powered by the circuit when connected to the electrical outlet or fixture
Low battery indicator
Easily accessible battery compartment. Uses one 9V battery in receiver only; Transmitter does not require a battery
Built to withstand a 6.6-Foot (2 m) drop
CAT II 120V safety rating
Measurement Category II is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected directly to utilization points (socket outlets and similar points) of the low-voltage MAINS installation
Includes Transmitter, Receiver, user manual, and 9V battery (for Receiver)
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I have noticed once in a while I get a false reading. If this happens, make sure you push the on/off button again. That will reset the unit. I have found this helps tremendously.
Mine is pretty bad. I wonder if it's just my panel. I do find on/off works it out though. Wish it was real accurate in reading, though.
Wish the transmitter was battery powered. then you could use it to track back for 220 or even for circuits that might have a problem
Gives False alarms 🤔🤔🤔
I wonder if you're using it properly. You didn't use it properly in the video. You're supposed to scan ALL breakers and IGNORE any indications until the scanning is done, and then go over the breakers again.
Is it using this brand
Thanks for the video. Because I watched your video, I went to my local HD and purchased one. Used it 3 times this past week and made life so much easier. Thanks 👍
Awesome! I'm glad my video help you out. 😎
Thanks for your video - you are correct - the cheaper red detector is a poor unit I too quit using it because I couldn't tell which breaker was the correct one! I bought Klein Tools ET310 which simplifies my trouble shooting skills. It has not disappointed yet!
I'm thinking about buying a Klein. I never knew these were a thing. I appreciate the review.
Thanks. I had the ET-300 from Klein before and always found it a bit finnicky so I bough the ET-310 hoping it would be better and it is. However, it does give false information sometimes. I followed the exact instructions that Klein provided - run over the full panel ignoring a signals received and on the second pass pay close attention to get your result. In one instance it identified a breaker adjacent to the one I was trying to find quite positively - red light and all.
That happened to me as well and tbh I haven’t used it ever since but it can still come in handy
Same here, I just bought insulated screw drivers and wore dipped gloves and only attached one wire at a time to replace the worn out outlet. It worked on other outlets, but one was signaling for two different breakers, even after turning both off the outlet was still active 😂.
You have to calibrate it before it will work. The old one would probably work if you calibrate it by running it over all the breakers first. The second time you run it over the breakers, it will find the correct breaker
yep, Klein 300T is just like the "old one" you have in the way it works, and you are using it wrong. It specifically states that you have to make a pass over all breakers and ignore the noises in the first pass. Only in the second pass it is quiet until you pass over. Shouldn't knock that other one if you're using it wrong.
Hello Phillip, I have a question regarding this product. I work in multiple hotels doing AV. And we don’t have access to the breakers. To avoid over loading a breaker is it possible to sniff wall outlet to wall outlet? 99% of hotels don’t have Circuit labeled.
I’ve owned a sperry breaker finder for many many years and use it on my job as a building maintenance man. The building I maintain has 12 breaker panels all scattered across 2 stories. The sperry allows me to walk up to a panel and quickly scan to see if I have the right panel or if I need to move on to another one. Once I locate the correct panel you adjust a sensitivity dial until you reach the correct breaker, most of the time it’s very accurate. Can the Klein scan and locate the correct panel then the correct breaker? I normally don’t buy tools until I’ve worn out the tools I previously own but this looks like a time and leg work running to see if the circuit is off saver. Klein is definitely my go to tools for most tasks I perform so I’m curious about this breaker finder, I may have to try one out.
I bought one, rewiring a major portion of the house, along with installing a new service/sub panel in my attached garage. It saved me a lot of time, worth the cost. Once calibrated, I had no issues with mine. It nailed the circuits the first time, every time.
Calibration is key for it to work. I think some people who talk about this product not working right for them. They didn’t calibrate the tester. 👍🏻
I have one also, it was working for about 2 weeks then it just stopped working properly. How do you re calibrate it?
@@PhillipBridgesReviewsq
This works about half the time. It's a great tool but it does give off a lot of false positives especially if you're running wires through junction boxes.
50% of the time it works every time
Great video. Definitely answered questions i have had about the klien.
Thanks for the video it helped me a lot on how to use it
Oh, First comment! This is a pretty nice tool. My mother in law moved to a new house a while back and could have used that when we remodeled things. The panel was not marked properly and half the time I just shut the main off cause I was tired of figuring out which breaker did what. lol Great video
it's great to have if you are doing electrical work. My old one just took forever it seems to find that breaker you need to have off. I love how fast and easy it is to use. 😎
Hey buddy. Thanks for this video. I always heard that other circuit finders sucked but I never got to use one first hand. I like how you showed how both worked in comparison. I have just been putting my voltage tester into an outlet and flicking off breakers till the sound stopped but that can ruin your tester and if it’s too far away then you can’t hear it. I’m definitely getting the Klein circuit finder cause it will save me so much time and steps. Thanks!
No problem. It’s been pretty reliable for me. 👍🏻
Just bought this tool and it does just what I needed. *****
Can you check the breakers on it's on to see if it has current
Very helpful for electrical workers especially working in an area where the breakers are not labeled.
Definitely. I use it on a daily.
Thank you very much for that video
Awesome! Thanks for the tip! What about if I’m changing a ceiling light fixture and I don’t know which breaker controls it? There is no outlet to plug into, how can I find which breaker is connected to a light fixture? Thanks in advance!
They make an accessory clip that has a plug. So you would just clip the power and neutral to each clip and then plug in the tester. It works nice. I do wish it was a quicker process. It just is another step in finding the light circuit.
@@PhillipBridgesReviews thank you for the tip! Is there a video to explain this accessory?
Well done!
I noticed that the beeping sounds exactly like the Southwire circuit breaker finder. They are both made in China and I bet the manufacturer is Intertek. The reason for scanning twice is it automatically adjust the sensitivity down Rittz the second time which is supposed to make it pick up only the strongest signal. However, I still get multiple false positives. I just purchased the Klein advanced circuit tracer, which has adjustable sensitivity. It sells for $200. It is supposed to overcome, the difficulty of the simpler type that only has two levels of sensitivity, which it automatically adjusts from higher to lower to home in on the correct one. Supposedly. The south wire has the identical sound and type of lights so I suspect they are the same and different bodies.
I have a section where 2 outlets outside has no power and can't figure out why it is not receiving electrical power. Can't find breaker that has tripped. So if outlet is has tripped will this help me find breaker? I can't find any GFI's either.
The out must have power to it in order for this tester to work. If they are outside. They might be switched or loaded off a GFI inside the house. If they worked before and suddenly stopped it is probably a easy solution. Some breaker many not looked tripped but are. If you can just go through and turn each breaker off and on again.
I want to get one but never thought they worked well, this one seems reliable enough but I'm a septic service technician, a lot of hack type of guys will run the septic circuit off of any random circuit and never add to the label and most customers aren't happy with flipping the main for what could be several hours, some times the circuits I'm trying to find are several hundred feet from the panel, do you think this will work from say 150ft+ as the crow flies? Meaning if the two parts are that far from each other.
Yes, it should work. 👍🏻
Just short out whatever you're working on, it'll identify the breaker. Also can save a trip to the breaker if you need to turn it off. I'm kidding of course, don't do that! :D
😂
I tried that before. It worked good
@@jsmith5443 Oh I've tried it before a couple of times. Breaker worked as intended. The arc flash wasn't very kind to me though.
Lol doesnt always trip
@@brandoncole6358 You don't need to find the breaker if the building burns down now do you? Solving problems!
good video Im interested in buying one I hear nothing but great things about Klein breaker finder
I thought mine had quit working. It will come on but I had a hard time tracing the breakers. As soon as I put a new battery it started working like a champ again.
They should come up with something that can slip over a switch to find a breaker (so that you don't have to use alligator clips).
I agree. That would be really convenient
Smiling largely, as you Ask the question; will I trust the information from the Amprobe, 10 year old device "...oh hell no!" Good presentation. Thanks
Does there have to be a certain distance between the transmitter and receiver for it to work?
No. Any distance should be fine. I have done it right next to the panel and have been over 300feet away. Just remember if you get a false reading, reset the tester with the on/off button.
Good for how feet distance? :)
Thanks!
Why does turn red when passed over the main breaker? I calibrated it and still the same result. Any thoughts anyone?
Getting ready to buy one. It comes as a kit with all the extra pieces now 😂
Nice 👍🏻
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Thanks. 😎
Do they have alligator clips so that it can be used to find breakers for HVAC equipment?
I have a cheater chord that uses a hot a neutral and ground with a female end and aligator clamps going to each wire you can also make one with a male end that can supply power
Do you know what is the range of the transmitter, the ET300 claims 1000ft .
Not sure on the range. I’ll have to contact Klein and ask.
I had the same question. Thank you.
This is crazy.. I just had the idea for this yesterday without knowing it existed.
I was installing a motion sensor in my hallway and my fuse box is mislabeled. So I would shut off one breaker walk all the way upstairs and check to see if the power and the hallway is off. I did that probably seven times until I found the right fuse 😅 So I started thinking it would be really cool if I had a device I could plug into an outlet or screw in to a receptacle that could wirelessly transmit a signal to my phone (or some other device) to let me know when the power is off for a specific fuse.
I have those moments too. Then find out it exists. I’m like dang. 👍🏻
I am sold 👍🏾
Awesome video
Thank you. 😎
Great!!!
Cool item but curious is there a device where you would be able to locate the breaker of a light switch?
This has an adapter you can buy that screws into a light socket to help find the breaker of a switch.
If I’m understanding how this works correctly, were you able to retest that circuit breaker once it’s turned off and it would not beep? Since it takes power for the sender to work…
Yes. Once the breaker is off the beep stops. Then if you turn the breaker on it will beep.
Does it work in the middle of a run. Could I put it up against a romex cable and detect the right wire in a jumble of wires that goes to that same breaker ??
Good question. I haven’t tested that. I will for you. 😀
@@PhillipBridgesReviews sweet thanks. I'm looking forward to the results.
I could be wrong, but I think the transmitter needs a direct wire connection to send the signal. For example...with the plug in transmitter for receptacles; the light socket adapter; or the alligator clip adapter on a light switch. The insulation on the wire should prevent signal transmission in most situations.
@@sonnyh9774 If you can read the signal through the plastic on the breaker why not through the cable like a point tester?
Or do you think that the signal the transmitter puts out is not strong enough to read through the cable like if it had 120v to a point tester
Following as that’s what I want it for
Does anyone know if it would work on a 277v circuit? Or would it get fried?
Only works with 110-120 volt.
ok for working in an apartment but not for commercial use . you get false readings when the panel is a distance away
Hi. Would this work in the UK 230V?
This is made for 120 v
Does this work if the breaker is outside? Is there a limit in distance for it not to work?
I have used it with outdoor panels. Distances a few hundred feet at a camp ground. Saved a bunch of time.
Cool video, i just bought one
There great.
can you add a link to the prong so im able to use on a lightbulb please
Here is a link for the combo.
www.amazon.com/dp/B08VWCSG7G/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_7DNYD6TA1DDHQGA97D3T?linkCode=ml2&tag=phillipbri05d-20
This is the link for just the accessory.
www.amazon.com/dp/B003U2GNI8/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_CZWEFTGYV7PQ5XCHYP79?linkCode=ml2&tag=phillipbri05d-20
Does it work with knob and tub circuits
I have not run into any knob and tube yet to try it.
Just used mine for the first time, gave me the wrong breaker. Correct one was breaker 10-11 for a split plug in the kitchen, the klein tool was telling me it was 37-38 for washing machine and plug. Kinda bummed about that. Don't really understand how it could even do that.
The Klein is nice, but heads up to folks AFCI and CAFCI breakers make it work less than stellar. Traditional breakers though its a gem.
Thanks
Just took the brand new out of the box and it doesn't sniff anything out tried it in 2 different houses and nothing was going off. Maybe a faulty unit i am going to exchange it
how to use a klein tools circuit breaker tester on 240V? Just clip one wire and the ground? Just asking…. I know it states 120V
Does the circuit need to be hot to find it? Or can it be done without power to that outlet?
The circuit must be on for it to trace it.
Can this test on outlet that is roasted?
If the outlet works, then it can be tested. If it is melted and can not allow the tester to be plugged in. Than, no. Unless you by the adapter that has the clips. pull the outlet out and hook to the wires. 🙁 not the best method but could be done.
I've been eyeing this. How far away can these work indoors?
I have used this in big warehouse buildings and it works fine. Panel was a good 300ft away. Note : I did have to reset the device with the on/off button. Had 2 breakers that it was reading. Once I reset it. It beeped red at the right breaker.
How do you check for current if you're changing a toggle switch???
Klein makes an adapter kit that clips to the wires.
@@PhillipBridgesReviews can I get electrocuted by using this adapter kit? How does it work?
@@UtubeAdviser here is the link to the kit. www.kleintools.com/catalog/electrical-testers/circuit-breaker-finder-accessory-kit
I tried "un-loosening" the screw in the handle - but that only made it tighter. Is there some other way to get the battery compartment open?
😂 I know right. I just noticed that in the video. You’ll never get it off. Loosen the screw. 👍🏻
I assume my panel is wired incorrectly. When I use mine it identifies the wrong circuit breaker.
My receiver stopped working after about 20 uses.
Turn on green comes on , it beeps 3 times and shuts off.
Does it work in 2 prong outlets?
It has to be 3 prong.
Does it work on a horizontally installed circuit breakers?
Yes
@@PhillipBridgesReviews Big thank you!!
Hi, is there a way to get this to work or get a model that can work on 220 - 240 AC Volts Range cause i couldn't find anything on klein tools website???????????????????????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This unit only does 90V-120volt. I’m actually meeting with a Klein rep over this weekend. I will see if they have a device.
I talked to the Klein rep this week. They do not have a 220 volt version. I asked if it could anyway be modified to work on a 220 source. He highly recommend not doing that. 😂. He was not sure if they were coming out with a 220 model in the future. I said to him that they should look into doing the 220 finder.
Will this work if the gcfi outlet not working?
Outlet has to have power for plug to transmit.
@@PhillipBridgesReviews in this case, the tool is not helpful to find which breaker is dropped. I had to reset all the plug breakers. Scanned again and the tool was able to red blink on the culprit.
Will it work if the outlet has no power ?
The outlet must have power.
this only works with outlet? what about switches and just wires
There is an adapter kit Klein sell for it. I think they should have included it. But they don’t. 😒
would it work if the plug doesn't have power?
It needs to have power at the outlet for the tracer to work.
This is good for some things but if your in the field to stay, invest in the Ideal SureTrace, 3 different models from 900-1500 but that investment will pay off in a few months or less and you will be in awe of how good they work up to 600v.
How do i use this tool to find a circuit braker of my switch lights?
There is an adapter pack that Klein sells for this. Why they did not include these accessories for this tester frustrates me. But it works great.
Thank you very much. I will try this tool and all the accessories. I really appreciate it you time and reply. Thank you so much.
You just unscrew a light bulb that the switch controls and screw in the accessory kit parts and then the tester. Then turn on the light switch and test to find the right breaker for your light switch.
How can you compare your 10 year old Amprobe to a newer Amprobe you have never even tried?
Does the power have to be off on the breakers when you’re testing?
Breaker must be on
@@PhillipBridgesReviews I just realized this! The transmitter required power from the wires to work.
I work mostly on commercial 3phase ECT it would be nice if they had a single pin version that you could stick into any Nema plug tape.
Would you upload the circuit diagram for both the receiver and transmitter?
I do not have that info. Klein only has instructions on using the tester. There website is in my description.
@@PhillipBridgesReviews would you by any chance explain the components used and their functions?
@@gbillymaina4601 here is a link for you. 👍🏻. data.kleintools.com/sites/all/product_assets/documents/instructions/klein/ET310-INSTRUCTIONS_WEB.pdf
It is work for 220v?
It does not.
Buying this as we speak. Just bought a house and the breakers aren’t labeled at all.
It didn’t work for me, it shows six different circuit breakers on two different main panels as the right circuit breaker and it’s none of them. It was a waste of money for me.
The reset didn’t solve the issue.
How do you use this tool to find the breaker for the AC?
This is only for 110volts.
Is there a way to use it see which breaker applies to a switch?
There is an adapter that you can hook to a light that allows you to find that light circuit.
How do you check if the breaker's are active??
If the breaker is on the plug adapter will light up.
@@PhillipBridgesReviews it's strange because it kept going off on like two different breakers at one point
Reminds me of my buddy Eddie 2 times.
Mine doesn’t work. I’ve plugged the transmitter into multiple different outlets/breakers and it’s just beeps on one breaker. And that is not the right breaker.
Would it trace through a metal pipe?
Yes
@@PhillipBridgesReviews what I meant was that “can I run the probe NOT at the panel, but between the panel and the outlet”, like on the metal pipe carrying the power cable
@@gareginasatryan6761 probably not, even if it could read through conduit i feel itd give a lot of false readings
Genius, you're supposed to calibrate them with a pass over every breaker first. That's why the one was saying different breakers. I have had a cheap Ideal one for years and still does great.
I have the customize one. Just call your sister/brother through phone and just tell them which one of the switch/lights or appliances are off. So we ill be the transmitter and she will be receiver.
😂
My battery has lasted a year and I use it 2 times a day 5 days a week
After accidentally flipping off the breaker to my neighbor's life support, I'll definitely make sure to have this in my tool kit.
Will it blend?
Does this work on a dead circuit? Or must the outlet have power?
The outlet must have power
@@PhillipBridgesReviews came here to ask just this. I have two GFCI outlets that are busted. And the panel is not labeled right. So this will still help me narrow down still. Will make life much easier. I think.
@@LitLotus if the GFCI’s can’t reset it will not work with the circuit finder.
@@PhillipBridgesReviews Thank you Phillip. I figured as much from your previous comments. But still went ahead and bought it, about to unbox in a few. If I can isolate the other active circuits, eventually I should be able to turn off the mains to the busted ones and not get electrocuted lol. Thanks for a great review.
With that Klein tool it seems like the circuit has to be on for it to work good. What if the circuit is off and you don't want to flip on any breakers that tool is completely useless in that scenario I know I have one and it let me down. Had to go old school.
It is mainly intended to find a circuit that is on. It does work sometimes times the other way. But not always. I understand it would be nice if it worked all the time like that.
That’s my method. Seems to work all (most) of the time.
I purchased my for $50 @ home depot
you didn't calibrate before you identified the circuit
I don't see why you couldn't use it on a 240v circuit by just attaching an alligator clip to one leg and the other alligator clip to a neutral or ground. No reason why that wouldn't work unless the other hot leg in the sheathed cable interferes or cancels the tracer signal in some way.
Did you try this yet,if so what were your findings.The fact that it says it's for 110 only has kept me from buying it.I didn't feel like spending 50 bucks to find out the answer.
Can i use 110V to 220V transformer so i can use it on 220V?
I have not tried this out yet. But you bring up a good question.
@@PhillipBridgesReviews can you try it and make a video?
@@Marc-mp6lf 👍🏻
The one you don't like... you are using it wrong... run the receiver over all of the breakers and then repeat and it will find it without any false beeps
I just used this in a gym yesterday, it was invaluable. The room I was troubleshooting was a former Albertson's security room with literally every outlet going to a different breaker.
Money well spent.
Not working without energy the circuit?
I find the Ideal digital tracer more accurate. Kindoff disappointed in the Klien, alot of false readings. The Klein ET 450 is much better than this one.