Voltage recorded when switch is off?

[abnjim6]

I am installing ceiling fan and when the ceiling wires (two) are tested for the presence of AC voltage and the wall switch is OFF, I read 50 VAC. When switched on the VAC reading is 117 VAC.

I am using a T5-600 Fluke multi-tester in the "V" position.

Should I continue with this installation and risk a shock?

Why does this tester read 50 VAC when the wall switch is in the OFF position?

Thank you.

James

 

[abnjim6]

Unfortunately, I live in the US.

In 2000 I toured England and Wales on a bike. Loved the people and the country! But I had a Grandmother from Cardiff, and traveled there to see that town.

Loved the pastry!

Thanks

 

[oldtimer]

Yep I thought so although it would have helped as I said switch on 120vac switched off 50v induced pick up ac if you have halogen lamps you can switch them off and see if this changes if you are still unsure switch the circuit breaker off.

Yep been to Florida a few times (Blackpool of the US) but like old Blighty

 

[abnjim6]

Well said, Sir. I will ask the landlord (who had recent heart surgery) to contact an electrician.

Meanwhile, I will rely on my stationary bikes fan for cooling.

Thanks !

 

[Rampage]

Emm I take it you are in the US if this is the case your 117v is fine your 50v is induced ac pick up because you are using a multimeter but if you used a voltage tester nothing would register

Hop I am right about US or it egg on ones face lol

I've used a multimeter which when set to DC will measure a similar value on AC.