FLUKE 6500 User Guide
PN 2141150
April 2005, Rev.1, 6/05
© 2005 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved. Printed in UK
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
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Table of Contents
Title Page
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
Contacting Fluke ............................................................................................................ 1
Unpacking the Tester ..................................................................................................... 2
Safety Information .......................................................................................................... 2
Operating Features ........................................................................................................ 4
Front panel description .............................................................................................. 4
Understanding the Pushbuttons ................................................................................ 5
Understanding the Beeper Sounds............................................................................ 6
Understanding Displayed Symbols............................................................................ 6
Powering the Tester ....................................................................................................... 7
Understanding the Power-up Screen......................................................................... 7
Setting Up the Tester: Basic Functions .......................................................................... 7
Adjusting the Display Contrast................................................................................... 7
Zeroing the Earth Bond Test...................................................................................... 7
Setting Date and Time............................................................................................... 8
Setting the Site Text .................................................................................................. 8
Setting Up the Tester: Advanced Functions ................................................................... 9
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Changing the Access Code....................................................................................... 9
Selecting Fast or Standard Test Mode...................................................................... 9
Creating/Editing an Auto-Test Sequence .................................................................. 9
Setting Manual Test Limits........................................................................................ 11
Locking and Unlocking Manual Tests........................................................................ 12
Setting the Serial Port Communications Speed ........................................................ 12
Installing - Formatting a Compact Flash Card........................................................... 13
Testing Appliances ........................................................................................................ 14
Aborting a Test.......................................................................................................... 14
Test Modes: Single - Continuous Test ...................................................................... 15
Test Modes: Standard or Fast................................................................................... 15
Using the Auto-Test Mode ........................................................................................ 16
Performing Auto-Tests ......................................................................................... 16
Using the Manual Test Mode .................................................................................... 18
Performing Manual Tests ..................................................................................... 18
Description of the Tests ................................................................................................. 19
Visual Inspection Test ............................................................................................... 19
Bond Test 25A/200 mA (R
Insulation Test (R
)................................................................................................. 20
ISO
).................................................................................... 19
PE
Substitute Leakage Current Test (ISL) ....................................................................... 22
Touch Current Test (ITC)............................................................................................ 23
Load/ Leakage Current (I
) Test.............................................................................. 24
PE
IEC Lead Test ........................................................................................................... 26
PELV Test................................................................................................................. 27
Using the Memory.......................................................................................................... 28
Saving Test Results .................................................................................................. 28
Viewing Test Result Records .................................................................................... 29
Viewing Auto-Test Sequences .................................................................................. 29
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Deleting Test Result Records.................................................................................... 30
Clearing the Memory ................................................................................................. 30
Printing - Downloading Data........................................................................................... 31
Connecting the Printer or the PC............................................................................... 31
Printing test results .................................................................................................... 32
Printing Auto-tests ..................................................................................................... 32
Downloading Test Results to a PC ............................................................................ 32
Transferring Results to Compact Flash Card............................................................. 32
Maintaining the Tester.................................................................................................... 33
Cleaning .................................................................................................................... 33
Calibration ................................................................................................................. 33
Accessories ............................................................................................................... 33
Specifications ................................................................................................................. 34
General Specifications............................................................................................... 34
Test Specifications .................................................................................................... 35
Power-on Test ...................................................................................................... 35
Earth Bond Test.................................................................................................... 35
Insulation Test ...................................................................................................... 35
Touch Current Test............................................................................................... 36
Substitute Leakage Current Test .......................................................................... 36
Load/Leakage Test: Load Current ........................................................................ 36
Load/Leakage Test: Load Power .......................................................................... 37
Load/Leakage Test: Leakage Current .................................................................. 37
PELV Test............................................................................................................. 37
Influence Factor Errors ......................................................................................... 37
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Introduction
The Fluke model 6500 Appliance Tester (hereafter
referred to as ‘the tester’) is designed to carry out the
following tests to ensure the integrity of electrical
equipment / portable appliances:
x L-N Mains Volts and Mains Wiring test.
x Insulation test (500 V dc).
x Earth Bond test 200 mA and 25A with test lead zero
facility.
x Substitute Leakage Current test.
x Touch Current test .
x IEC Lead test.
x Leakage test.
x Appliance Power and Load current test.
x PELV test
Contacting Fluke
To contact Fluke for product information, operating
assistance, service, or to get the location of the nearest
Fluke distributor or Service Centre, call:
x +31-402-678-200 in Europe
Visit Fluke’s web site at: www.fluke.com
Register your Tester at: register.fluke.com
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Unpacking the Tester
The tester comes with the items listed in Table 1. If the
tester is damaged or an item is missing, contact the place
of purchase immediately.
Table 1. Shipment Box Contents
6500 Appliance Tester
Crocodile Clip
Test Lead
Touch Current Probe
Hard Case
Users Manual (this manual)
Safety Information
The tester must only be used by a suitably trained and
competent person.
Carefully read the following safety information before
using the tester.
Definitions of symbols used
Caution! Risk of Danger. Refer to Manual
Caution! Risk of Electric Shock
Conforms to Relevant European Standard
Double Insulated (Class II) Equipment
Earth Ground
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Safety Information
Warnings: Read Before Using
To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury,
follow these guidelines:
x If the tester does not power up immediately after
connecting it to the mains outlet disconnect and
verify that the mains outlet is correctly wired.
x Use the tester only as specified in this manual, or the
protection provided by the tester might be impaired.
x The tester shall not be used for measurements in
electrical installations.
x When conducting tests do not touch the appliance as
some tests involve high voltages and high currents.
x Do not use the tester around explosive gas, vapour
or dust, or in wet environments.
x Inspect the tester before using it. Do not use the
tester if abnormal conditions of any sort are noted
(such as a faulty display, broken case, etc.).
x Use only test leads and probes supplied with the
tester, or indicated by Fluke as suitable for the tester.
x Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or
exposed metal. Check test lead continuity. Replace
damaged leads before using the tester.
x When testing, always be sure to keep your fingers
behind the safety barriers on the test leads.
x Never open the tester’s case because dangerous
voltages are present. There are no user replaceable
parts in the tester.
x Have the tester serviced only by qualified personnel.
x The tester must be properly earthed. Only use a
supply socket that has a protective earth contact. If
there is any doubt as to the effectiveness of the
supply socket earth, do not connect the tester. Do
not use a two-conductor adapter or extension cord;
this will break the protective ground connection.
x The tester has been set for a nominal 230 V ac –
50 Hz operation, it must never be connected to a
higher voltage.
x The tester may only be connected to a correctly
wired mains socket protected for a maximum current
rating of 13 A.
x The mains supply is never to be connected to the IEC
lead test connector or to the appliance test
connector.
x When carrying out Earth Bond tests, regularly zero
the Earth Bond test lead.
x Under certain test conditions the test socket may
have mains potential with a maximum current of
13 A.
x If the tester continuously emits a two tone sound,
you should unplug it immediately as this indicates a
dangerous condition.
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Operating Features
Front panel description
The connectors, controls and indicators of the tester are
shown and listed below.
VISUAL
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1 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
2 Earth bar to zero the Earth Bond test lead.
3 Socket to connect IEC lead for IEC Lead test .
4 Serial RS-232 Port to connect the Fluke printer,
Fluke bar code scanner, or a computer.
5 Socket to connect test lead and crocodile clip for
Earth Bond test.
6 Socket to connect test probe for Insulation test,
Touch Current test, Substitute Leakage test and
PELV test.
7 Socket to connect the appliance to be tested.
8 Slot to insert a Type I Compact Flash Memory
Card.
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Understanding the Pushbuttons
The table below shows the pushbuttons to control
operation of the tester.
Button Function
INSUL-
ATI ON
BOND
25A
BOND
200mA
VISUAL
TOUCH
LOAD/
LEAK
SUB
GO
AUTO
IEC
LEAD
STOP
Select the Insulation test.
Select the 25 A Earth Bond test.
Select the 200 mA Earth Bond test.
Select the Visual Inspection test.
I
Select the Touch Current test.
Select the combined Load/Earth Leakage
Current test.
I
Select the Substitute Leakage Current test.
Start /Enter selection.
Provide help on the current function.
i
Select the auto-test mode.
Select the IEC Lead test.
Abort the current action and return to idle
screen.
SET
UP
MEM
YES
NO
PC/PRINT
SPACE
Scroll up/down to highlight options in screen
instructions (
).
Move left/right to change options in screen
instructions ( ).
Select the setup menu.
Store test results or viewing auto-test
sequences.
Confirm a proposed action.
Reject a proposed action.
Download/Print test results and auto-tests.
Use capital characters.
Type the space character.
Assign special characters to keys.
Enter typed data.
Backspace.
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Understanding the Beeper Sounds
The tester can make several types of beeper sounds.
Sound Meaning
Click A key is pressed.
1 beep A test passed.
2 beeps - A test failed.
- Warning, see display.
- The STOP key is pressed, the
current action is aborted.
Long beep Test will start in continuous
mode.
Continuous two
tone sound
Dangerous condition! Unplug the
unit immediately!
Understanding Displayed Symbols
The following symbols can be displayed:
Caution! Risk of Electric Shock.
Caution! Risk of Danger. Refer to Manual.
Ø
LMT
I II
Lockout on
Bond test lead has been zeroed.
Auto-test failed.
At IEC lead test: L-N/fuse test failed.
Auto-test passed.
At IEC lead test: L-N/fuse test passed.
Applicable limit is exceeded.
The printer/PC is connected.
Class I, Class II.
Use buttons .
Manual tests are locked out.
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Setting Up the Tester: Basic Functions
Powering the Tester
The tester will power up when you connect it to the mains
supply. Disconnect the mains plug to power the tester down.
Warning
Read the safety information on page 2 before
powering the tester.
Understanding the Power-up Screen
On power up the display will perform a self-test. During
this test it shows the Fluke model 6500 and the software
version, for example V1.32.
After performing the self test, if all is well, the tester
shows the idle screen:
23/06/04 10:12
Site: Fluke
VLN 231.2 V
VNE 0.0 V
50.2 Hz
Ø
If there is an error a self explanatory message will
appear. Follow the screen instructions if an error
message is displayed!
m date and time
m most recent entered site name
m live-neutral voltage
m neutral-earth voltage
m line frequency
m bond test has been zeroed
Setting Up the Tester: Basic Functions
This section describes how to set the parameters of the
basic functions.
Adjusting the Display Contrast
To adjust the display contrast, do the following:
1
2 Adjust the contrast.
Zeroing the Earth Bond Test
For correct Earth Bond test results you must zero the
earth bond lead to eliminate its resistance:
x when setting up your new tester. Earth Bond tests are
locked out unless the bond zero icon (
x occasionally, dependent on the condition of the bond
socket and the test lead plug a dirty plug/socket can
result in a significant contact resistance. .
To zero the test lead, do the following:
1
Power the tester up OR
STOP
press STOP to see the idle screen.
SET
Open the setup menu.
UP
Ø) is on.
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2 Highlight BOND ZERO set.
3
Open the setup menu and follow the screen
GO
instructions:
- Attach the crocodile clip to the test lead
and insert the test lead plug into the
BOND 25A/200mA socket, see fig. 2.
- Firmly attach the crocodile clip to the
BOND ZERO Ø bar on the tester.
Figure 2. Bond Zero Connections
When finished the tester shows the bond zero symbol
and the resistance value of the test lead, for example
RPE 0.09 ȍ. It will subtract this value from bond test
results. As it saves this zero value you will not need to
repeat the operation every time you use the tester.
If the display shows the message R
lead resistance is more than 1.99 ȍ and cannot be
zeroed. Earth bond tests will now be locked out.
> 1.99ȍ the
PE
Ø ,
If the Earth Bond test lead has been zeroed, the idle
screen and the earth bond test results screen will show
the zero symbol Ø, for example:
Ø Bond test 25A
Setting Date and Time
The tester has a date and time clock. To set the date and
the time, do the following:
SET
1
Open the set-up menu.
UP
2 Highlight DATE/TIME set.
GO
3
Open the next menu and follow the
screen instructions.
Setting the Site Text
To set the site text, do the following:
SET
1
2 Highlight SITE text set.
3
Open the set-up menu.
UP
GO
Open the next menu and follow the
screen instructions.
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Setting Up the Tester: Advanced
Functions
This section describes how to set the parameters of the
advanced functions.
Changing the Access Code
The factory set access code is 9999. You need the
access code to enter or edit auto-tests, to lock or unlock
manual tests, and to edit the access code. If you forget
your access code contact Fluke.
To change the access code, do the following:
SET
1
2 Highlight ACCESS CODE set.
3
Selecting Fast or Standard Test Mode
In the standard test mode the tester provides help
information during the tests. In the fast mode this
information is bypassed where possible to save test time.
See also ‘Test Modes: Standard or Fast’ on page 15.
Open the set-up menu.
UP
Open the next menu and follow the screen
GO
instructions.
To select the fast or standard mode, do the following:
SET
1
Open the set-up menu.
UP
2 Highlight FAST MODE set.
3
Open the next menu and follow the screen
GO
instructions.
Creating/Editing an Auto-Test Sequence
The tester is provided with factory programmed automatic
test sequences, see page 17. You can create new autotest sequences, and edit tests you created.
To create or edit auto-tests, proceed as follows:
SET
1
2 Highlight AUTO-TEST setup.
3
9 9 9 9
4
5
Open the set-up menu.
UP
Open the User auto-test setup menu.
GO
Enter the access code, for example 9999.
Accept the access code.
GO
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In the next step you must enter a 3-digit test number:
x Enter a new auto-test number to start creating a user
programmed auto-test from scratch.
x Enter the number of a factory programmed auto-test
to make a copy of it, edit the copy, and store it as a
new user programmed auto-test. See page 17 for the
factory programmed tests.
x Enter the number of an existing user-programmed
auto-test to edit the test.
Continue as follows:
6
7
Enter the test number, for example 123.
Accept the number.
GO
If you entered a factory programmed
number do step 8 and 9 to make a copy.
If you entered a new auto-test number or an
existing user programmed auto-test number
go to step 10.
8
Enter the number to be assigned to the copy
4 5
6
of the factory programmed auto-test, for
example 456.
9
Accept the new auto-test number and enter
GO
the set-up/instruction screen.
10 Start setting up the test.
11
Use the up/down keys to select the test
parameter(s) to be changed.
Use the left/right arrow key to change the
test parameter
For the test parameters see Table 2.
12
13
When finished exit the set up screen.
GO
To review/edit.
To save the auto-test.
MEM
Notes
Test numbers 137 to 142 and 235 to 240 are
reserved for future factory programmed tests.
User programmed tests are stored in
chronological order and not in numeric order.
To view saved auto-tests see ‘Viewing Auto-Test
Sequences’ on page 29.
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Table 2. Test parameters
Test Parameter
Visual check (Skipped) - SELECTED
Bond
Current
1)
Repeat
Limit
Duration
Insulation
Repeat
Safety Class
Limit
Duration
Substitute Leakage
Limit
Safety Class
Duration
Load/leakage
Limit Load
Limit Leakage
Duration
Touch Current
Repeat
Limit
Duration
IEC Lead
Limit Rpe
Duration
Limit Riso
2)
2)
3)
200mA – 25A
R0 – R1 – R2 - R3
0.1 …19.9
(Skipped) - 5s….60s
R0 – R1 – R2 - R3
I – II
0.1 M…290M
(Skipped) - 5s….60s
0.5mA … 19.5mA
I – II
(Skipped) - 5s….60s
0VA…3200VA
0.5mA …19.5mA
(Skipped) - 5s….60s
R0 – R1 – R2 - R3
0.25mA, 0.5mA – 1.9mA
(Skipped) - 5s….60s
0.1…19.9
(Skipped) - 5s….60s
fixed at 2 M
Notes
1) The repeat test parameters R0, R1, R2, and R3
define how many times a test will be repeated.
When you select for example R1, the test will be
repeated once (two tests).
2) The selected class for the isolation test also
applies to the substitute leakage test.
3) The IEC lead test can only be selected if all
other tests, except for the visual check, are
skipped.
Setting Manual Test Limits
To set the manual test limits you need your access code
(factory default 9999).
Do the following:
SET
1
2 Highlight MANUAL LIMITS
3
Open the set-up menu.
UP
Open the next menu and follow the screen
GO
instructions.
To restore the factory set limits press NO.
For the test parameters see Table 2.
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Locking and Unlocking Manual Tests
To unlock/lock manual tests you need your access code
(factory default 9999).
Do the following:
SET
1
2 Highlight MANUAL TEST lock.
3
Open the set-up menu.
UP
Open the next menu and follow the screen
GO
instructions.
Setting the Serial Port Communications Speed
The tester communications speed (baud rate) must
correspond to the communications speed of the
connected printer, bar code scanner, or computer.
To set the communications speed, do the following:
SET
1
2 Highlight COMMS RATE set.
3
The default communications speed setting for the
SP1000 printer and the SP15 scanner is 9600 baud.
Open the set-up menu.
UP
Open the Serial port baud rate menu and
GO
follow the screen instructions.
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Installing - Formatting a Compact Flash Card
You can copy saved test results and user defined autotests to a Type I Compact Flash Memory Card
(FAT12/FAT16 formatted) for backup purposes.
Caution
x Do not remove the card or do not press
the STOP key during a format or a write
operation. This will damage your card!
x Formatting a card will erase all data on
that card.
x Do not force the CF card into the 6500
card socket. If you encounter resistance,
stop and check that you have plugged in
the card in the correct orientation. If you
use force you may damage the card and
the card reader.
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Figure 3. Inserting the CF card
If the card has an invalid file format a screen message will
prompt you to format the card.
To format the card, do the following:
SET
1
Open the set-up menu.
UP
2 Highlight FORMAT a Compact Flash card
To install a card gently insert it into the slot, see figure 3.
To remove the card press the card eject button next to
3
Open the Format menu and follow the
GO
screen instructions.
the slot.
Note
If you are formatting a CF card on a PC, please ensure
you format it to FAT 12 or FAT 16 formats.
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Testing Appliances
For the vast majority of testing you can use the auto-test
mode. This is advantageous because you can just follow
the on screen instructions.
The manual test mode is designed for applications where
one particular test must be repeated several times in a
row and to quickly carry out a test.
Warnings
x Before commencing any testing you are strongly
advised to make reference to the Electricity at
Work Regulations 1989 and any relevant
publications from the Health and Safety
Executive.
x The appliance must be switched on for all tests.
x When conducting tests do not touch the
appliance as some tests involve high voltages
and high currents.
x The tests should only be performed by
competent persons who are familiar with the
requirements of the type of tests suitable for
portable appliances.
x It is potentially hazardous for both user and
appliance should the wrong type of tests be
undertaken or if testing is carried out in an
incorrect sequence.
x It is important that you fully understand the
various tests required and how they should be
performed.
x The appliance must have passed the visual
inspection, the earth bond test (Class I), and the
insulation test (in this sequence) prior to any
other test. If any of these fail further testing must
be stopped and any faults must be rectified.
x During the load/leakage test and the touch
current test, the appliance will be energized at
mains voltage. For this purpose, switch on the
appliance. Appliances driven by motors or
equipped with heating units may present a
danger for the person testing (comply with the
appliance instruction manual!). Ensure that the
appliance is in a safe condition to run. Please
secure it prior to the test.
Aborting a Test
Pressing
progress, makes the tester safe and then shows the idle
screen.
STOP
immediately aborts whatever test is in
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Test Modes: Single - Continuous Test
You can run manual tests in a single test mode or in a
continuous test mode. A test in the auto-test mode will
always be a single test.
Single Test
To run a single manual test press a test button to select a
GO
test and then press and release
The tester connects the test supply, performs one test,
disconnects the test supply and holds the result on the
display. In the auto-test mode the tester will proceed with
the next test.
Note
To start the Visual Inspection test just press the
VISUAL
key.
Continuous Test
To start a continuous manual test press a test button to
select a test and then press
GO
least 2 seconds. A long beep will indicate the continuous
test has started.
The tester connects the test supply, makes the first test
and displays the first result. Then the tester continues
measuring and displaying results without disconnecting
to start the test.
and hold it down for at
the test supply. The maximum run time is 8 minutes. After
this time the test stops.
To stop a continuous test, press the selected test button
GO
or press
again. The tester disconnects the test
supply and holds the last test result on the display.
Note
The IEC-Lead test cannot be run in the
continuous test mode.
Test Modes: Standard or Fast
In the standard test mode the tester displays instructions
on how to perform a test. The factory-set mode is the
standard mode.
In the fast test mode screen instructions will be bypassed
where possible. During auto-tests in the fast mode the
Visual test is assigned a pass and the test screen is not
shown.
To select the fast mode or standard mode see ‘Selecting
Fast or Standard Test Mode’ on page 9.
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Using the Auto-Test Mode
The tester provides a number of factory programmed
auto-tests, see Table 3 (Class I appliances) and Table 4
(Class II appliances). An auto-test consists of a number of
single tests that will be carried out in the programmed
order. The test limits are pre-set, and the test result will
give a pass/fail indication.
See page 9 on how to create new auto-tests.
Auto-tests are locked out unless the Earth Bond test lead
resistance has been zeroed out, see page 7.
When any test fails during an auto-test, further tests can
not be carried out .
Performing Auto-Tests
You can run an auto-test in the standard mode or in the
fast mode. See ‘Test Modes: Standard or Fast’ on page
15 and ‘Selecting Fast or Standard Test Mode’ on page 9
for more information.
To start an auto-test, do the following:
AUTO
1
Select the auto-test mode and follow the
screen instructions.
The chapter ‘Description of the Tests’ on page 19
provides detailed information on the individual tests.
When the auto-test is finished a pass ( ) or a fail (
indication is displayed. Now you can review the results
before saving them, and save the results.
)
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Testing Appliances
Table 3. Factory Programmed Auto-Tests for Class I Appliances
Tests 131 132 133 134 135 136
Visual Inspection Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Earth Bond 25A () 0.10 0.10 No No 0.10 No
Earth Bond 200mA No No 0.10 0.10 No 0.10
Insulation (M) 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Touch Current (mA) No No No No No No
Substitute Leakage (mA) No No No No No No
Load/Leakage (VA/mA) 3000/3.5 3000/0.75 3000/3.5 3000/0.75 No No
Table 4. Factory Programmed Auto-Tests for Class II Appliances
Tests 231 232 233 234
Visual Inspection Yes Yes Yes Yes
Earth Bond 25A () No No No No
Earth Bond 200mA No No No No
Insulation (M) 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Touch Current (mA) 0.25 0.25 No No
Substitute Leakage (mA) No No No No
Load/Leakage (VA/mA) 3000/0.25 No No 3000/0.25
Note: Test numbers 137 to 142 and 235 to 240 are reserved for future factory programmed tests.
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Using the Manual Test Mode
To lock/unlock manual tests see page 12 .
Performing Manual Tests
You can run manual tests in the standard mode or in the
fast mode. See ‘Test Modes: Standard or Fast’ on page
Warning
NEVER carry out the TOUCH CURRENT and
LOAD/LEAKAGE test unless you have first
15 and ‘Selecting Fast or Standard Test Mode’ on page 9
for more information.
To perform a manual test do the following:
carried out a thorough visual inspection,
followed by a test of the earthing (Class I
1 Select the required test key.
appliances), and then a test of the insulation.
You must verify that these tests are passed
before engaging this test.
GO
2
Table 5 shows the factory-set manual test limits.
Table 5. Factory-set manual test limits
Earth Bond 0.10
Insulation class I/class II 1 M / 2 M
Substitute Leakage class I/class II 3.5 mA / 0.5 mA
Touch Current 0.25 mA
Load 3200 VA
Leakage current 0.75 mA
IEC lead bond/insulation 0.10 / 2 M
To change the test limits refer to page 11.
For more information on the individual test refer to
‘Description of the Tests’ on page 19.
After performing a test you can save the result, see
‘Saving Test Results’ on page 28.
Earth Bond tests are locked out if you did not zero the
earth bond test lead resistance, see page 7.
Follow the screen instructions.
Press and release for a short single test.
Press for longer than 2 seconds for a
continuous test (not applicable for a visual
inspection and IEC lead test).
To stop a continuous test, press the selected
test key or press
GO
again.
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Description of the Tests
Description of the Tests
Visual Inspection Test
Visually inspect the appliance before you start electrical
testing.
Check the appliance for the following:
x condition of the appliance cables, i.e. no cuts, cracks
or any physical damage to the outer insulation layer.
x condition of the plug, cable securely attached, no signs
of overheating and that the correct value of fuse is
fitted.
x any signs of damage, and that any mains or control
switches will physically switch on and off.
x any sockets for signs of overheating or physical
damage.
Bond Test 25A/200 mA (RPE)
The test checks the resistance between the earth pin of
the appliance cable plug and the exposed metalwork on
the appliance. The test applies to Class I appliances.
Remarks:
x To enable the bond test and to obtain correct bond test
results you must have zeroed the test lead, see page 7.
x You should use the lower current 200 mA for certain
appliances. Please refer to appliance test standards
and guidance material.
x Connect the appliance and the earth bond test lead as
indicated on the display. Clip the crocodile clip to an
exposed conductive part on the appliance that requires
testing, see fig. 4.
Do not use the probe for the 25 A bond test. The probe
is only rated for 10 A!
x During the measurement flex the flexible cord along its
length to help find any broken conductors or poor
quality joints.
x Continuous 25 A bond test will periodically drop back
to 200 mA test to prevent the tester from being
overheated.
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