KT63DL
Multifunction Installation Tester
Operating Instructions
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Index
Safety information and explanation of symbols used ......................3
Features of the KT63DL ................................................................5
Special Polarity Test Function. ........................................................... 6
Audible tones ...............................................................................7
Overview of the switches and LCD ..............................................8
Test lead inputs ............................................................................9
Continuity Test Function ..............................................................10
Continuity Test Procedure ................................................................10
Lead Nulling ................................................................................... 10
Hands Free Continuity Testing .......................................................... 11
Insulation Test Function ..............................................................12
Insulation Test Procedure ................................................................12
Hands Free Insulation Testing .......................................................... 13
Loop Test functions ....................................................................14
High Current mode ......................................................................... 14
No Trip Mode .................................................................................14
PFC/PSC ....................................................................................... 15
Test lead conguration .................................................................... 15
Lead conguration for No-Trip testing ...............................................16
Lead conguration for High current 2-wire testing .............................16
Loop Test Procedures ..................................................................... 17
No Trip Loop test (Zs) ..................................................................... 17
High current test (Ze) ...................................................................... 18
Hands Free Loop testing ................................................................. 18
RCD Test Function ......................................................................19
Ramp test ...................................................................................... 20
Sinusoidal polarity (the 0° or 180° test) ............................................ 20
RCD test procedure ........................................................................ 21
User selected test .......................................................................... 21
30mA Automatic test ...................................................................... 22
Ramp test ...................................................................................... 22
Specications and tolerances .....................................................23
Continuity Test Range Accuracy ....................................................... 23
Insulation Test Range Accuracy ........................................................ 23
Insulation Output Voltage ................................................................. 23
Loop Test Range Accuracy .............................................................. 23
RCD Test Range Accuracy ............................................................... 24
Safety information and explanation of symbols used
Because the KT63DL is a multifunction tester used for testing both live and dead
circuits there are different safety issues that apply to the individual functions. Before
using your KT63DL please read these instructions paying particular attention to the
general safety warnings below and those at the start of each section.
Before using the tester check the case and the test leads for damage.
If any damage is noticed the unit should be withdrawn from service and returned to
Kewtech for repair.
It is important for safety that only one set of leads can be tted at a time. In the
unlikely event that the interlock cover is damaged the tester should be withdrawn
from service and returned to Kewtech for repair
Caution read this manual for safety information
Do not make any modications to the instrument or use it in any manner not
intended by the manufacturer.
The Continuity and Insulation functions are rated at 500V Category III
The Loop and RCD functions are rated at 300V Category IV
When installing batteries observe correct polarity do not mix old and new batteries
- Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations – Never incinerate
batteries.
To clean the tester wipe with a damp cloth with a mild soap solution taking care
not to allow water ingress into the input terminals. Do not use solvents and do not
immerse. Allow the tester to fully dry before use.
The KT63DL is fuse protected against damage by accidental connection to an
over-voltage supply. The fuse is located inside the battery compartment and can
be accessed by removing the two small battery cover retaining screws on the back
of the case. Always ensure that test leads are disconnected before removing the
battery cover.
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The broken fuse indicator on the LCD will ag if the fuse has blown. It must be replaced with
the correct type:
Fuse type: F 500mA fast blow ceramic 500V.
The enclosure is double insulated
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Protected against over voltage to 550V
550V
Features of the KT63DL
The KT63DL is packed with design features that maximise both convenience and safety.
These include:
Large display
To give the clearest results the KT63DL uses a large auto-backlit LCD which makes reading
the test results easy even when used in poorly lit areas.
For safety reasons the tester is shipped without batteries tted. To install batteries remove
the two small crosshead screws on the back of the instrument that retain the battery cover
and t four Alkaline batteries type AA / LR6 in accordance with the polarity shown.
The KT63DL complies fully with the requirements of EN61010.
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The following table details the operating ranges for the individual functions compliant with the
performance requirements of EN61557.
MEASUREMENT
RANGE
CONTINUITY 0.00 Ω - 19.99 kΩ. 0.1 Ω - 9.99 kΩ. IN>200mA
INSULATION 0.00 MΩ - 1999 MΩ.0.1 MΩ - 1990 MΩ. IN = 1mA
LOOP HI-I 0.01 Ω - 500 Ω 1.04 Ω - 500 Ω.. 230V
LOOP NO-TRIP 0.01 Ω - 500 Ω. 1.04 Ω - 500 Ω. 230V
RCD TRIP TIME 5 ms – 1999 ms 38 ms – 1999 ms.
OPERATING RANGE
PER EN61557
OTHER
Uq < 7V
50Hz
50Hz
Auto shut down
To preserve battery life when not in use the KT63DL incorporates an Auto-Off function that
powers the unit down after three minutes of inactivity. To resume use after an Auto shut down
a single press of any of the function buttons will power up the unit.
Battery check
The rst position to the left of the off position of rotary selector switch is a battery check
function.
Extended battery life
For simplicity the tester is powered by just four conventional AA (LR6) alkaline batteries. The
KT63DL has much lower power consumption than most testers and therefore gives excellent
battery life.
In addition to the battery status indicator that shows on the LCD, when the battery power
is becoming very low the Red warning LED will light to show that imminent replacement is
necessary. Always use Alkaline rather than zinc carbon batteries.
Easy to locate
The test lead inputs are located on the top of the case allowing the tester to stand vertically
or be laid at. Alternatively the unit can be carried by the supplied neck strap.
Hands Free
Most of the test functions can utilise the Hands-Free mode in which the tester is primed to
automatically start the test as soon as the probes are connected to a circuit, thereby leaving
your hands free to hold the test probes.
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Socket wiring check
To protect both the user and the instrument against harm caused by accidental connection to
an incorrectly wired supply the tester will automatically check the polarity upon connection to
a live supply. If the wiring has been incorrectly connected testing will be inhibited an alarm will
sound with ashing LED.
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Special polarity test function
It is a little known fact that a system can be reverse wired with Line (Phase) to earth/
neutral and earth/neutral to Line (Phase). The sockets will all work and conventional loop
testers will show and test that everything is correct despite this very dangerous wiring
condition.
Although extremely rare, this incorrect wiring condition can exist so if your test shows
this fault do not proceed – if in any doubt advise your customer to contact their supply
company immediately.
Audible tones
A simple selection of audible tones is used to supplement the visual display. These help the
user by providing intuitive feedback during testing. In addition to warning about dangerous
or unstable supply conditions they provide a very quick conrmation that the measurement
process is taking place and, upon completion of the test, a warning if the results are likely to
be regarded as a failure.
The meaning of the tone for each individual function is covered in detail in the relevant
section. Generally however there are ve types of tone emitted.
Danger
A rising siren type alarm
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Warning
A continuous 2 tone alarm
Wait-Test in progress
A steady beeping sound
Test completed
A single beep
Alert
A short 2 tone alarm
In the event of a potentially dangerous situation such as
connecting to a live supply when congured for insulation
testing. Will be accompanied by the Red Voltage/Polarity
warning LED ashing.
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An unsuitable supply conguration such as a mains supply
with incorrect polarity or having the leads connected
wrongly will be accompanied by the Red Voltage/Polarity
warning LED ashing.
Emitted whilst a measurement is in progress. The same
tone is sounded when used in Handsfree mode to indicate
that continual measurement is being made
Sounded upon completion of a measurement to indicate
that the result is being displayed
Sounded when a test returns a result that is likely to be
regarded as a failure e.g. An insulation test that gives a
result of less than 2 MΩ
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Overview of the switches and LCD
Test lead inputs
Test lead inputs
RCD
multiplier
PFC-Loop
RCD Recall
Hands free
Button
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Test
Button
Polarity test
touch pad area
The Primary display of the large LCD shows the result of the test being conducted. At the
same time a secondary display area shows supporting information e.g. for an insulation test
the main display shows the resistance of the insulation whilst the secondary display conrms
the test voltage applied.
RCD
Phase
Function Selector
RCD
multiplier
RCD
Ramp
RCD
Type
Continuity
Null
The test lead input/ output terminals are separated into two groups by the clear sliding
interlock cover.
When slid to the left (gure 1) the interlock cover exposes only the Blue/Black terminal
(marked -) and the Brown/Red terminal (marked +). These are used for the Continuity and
Insulation test functions.
For both of these functions two of the test leads from the ACC063 set are used. The Brown
4mm Plug should be connected to the Brown/Red socket (+) and the Blue 4mm plug
connected to the Black/Blue socket (-)
Continuity
Null Button
RCD type
selector
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Fig.1 Interlock in position for Continuity and Insulation testing
Moving the interlock cover to the right (gure 2) blanks off these inputs and exposes
the Blue (Neutral), Green (Earth) and Brown (Line) inputs that are used for Loop and RCD
testing. This allows for connection of either the 13A mains lead (KAMP12) or the 3-pole test
lead set ACC063 for the live testing functions.
When using these lead sets the Brown 4mm plug is connected to the Brown/Red socket
(L), the Blue 4mm plug to the Blue/Black socket (N) and the Green 4mm plug to the Green
socket (E).
Primary
display
mode
Hands
Free
Broken
Fuse
Over
temperature
Battery
status
Secondary
display mode
Greater than
/ less than
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Primary
display
Fig.2 Interlock in position for RCD & Loop testing
Busy
indicators
Secondary
display
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Continuity Test Function
Caution
If accidentally connected to a live circuit the Red warning LED will ash, a rising
siren type alarm will sound and testing will be inhibited. If this happens disconnect
the probes from the circuit and isolate the circuit before continuing.
The tester is protected against being damaged by accidental connection to a live
circuit but for personal safety it is essential to ensure that the circuit is dead before
working on it.
The word ‘NULL’ will now appear in the display and all subsequent continuity tests conducted
by pressing the Orange test button will automatically deduct this value before displaying the
result. To conrm that this is working press the Orange test button with the prod tips still
connected together and the display should show zero resistance.
You can now use the Orange test button to measure the resistance of a circuit in either
manual or Hands Free mode and the result shown will be that of the circuit tested and not
include the resistance of the test leads.
This will continue as long as the ‘NULL’ indicator appears lit in the LCD, which will be
until the tester is switched off either manually or as a result of the Auto off feature. If the
instrument is powered off by either method it will be necessary to null the leads again before
further testing.
Continuity Test Procedure
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Fit the Brown test lead from the ACC063 set into the Brown/Red(+) input terminal and the Blue
lead into the Blue/Black (-) input terminal. Fit either the test prod or crocodile clip to the other
end of the test lead.
Select the Continuity test function by rotating the selection switch to the ‘CONTINUITY’ setting.
Lead Nulling
The purpose of continuity testing is to establish the resistance of the circuit under test.
However the continuity test function will measure the overall resistance of the circuit between
the two input terminals on the tester, this will include the resistance of the test leads, an
element that is not wanted in the nal result. Traditionally this would mean that the resistance
of the test leads would have to be measured and manually deducted from each subsequent
reading. The KT63DL has a handy feature known as lead nulling that does this calculation for
you.
To use the lead nulling feature hold the tips of the test prods very rmly together (or clip the
jaws of the crocodile clips together) and press the ‘CONTINUITY NULL’ button on the tester.
This will start a measurement of the resistance of the pair of test leads and display the result.
Hands Free continuity testing
To enable the hands free feature simply press the HANDS FREE button once, The
‘HANDSFREE’ annunciator will appear ashing on the LCD and will continue to do so until
canceled by a further press of the HANDS FREE button or by changing the function selector
switch.
When the HANDSFREE annunciator is ashing a single press of the Orange test button will
toggle continuous testing on and off.
Once started a steady beeping tone will be emitted to indicate that measurement is being
taken.
After a second or two the test result will be displayed in the primary display area and an
audible tone will indicate either by a single beep that the result is a value under 20 KΩ or by
a short 2-tone alarm that the result is a value over 19.99 KΩ. The secondary display area
will show the terminal voltage being applied.
The tester will continue to take measurement and any further change to the resistance of
the circuit will be indicated by an audible tone as described above and a change of result on
the display.
A further single press of the test button will suspend measurement.
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NULLING CROC CLIPS AND PRODS
Note: The two lower static jaws of the crocodile clips should contact each other when nulling.
Prods should be held very rmly together.
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Insulation Test Function
Hands Free Insulation testing
Caution
Do not touch the metal jaws of the crocodile clips (or prod tips) when using the Insulation test
function in either manual or hands free mode as they will be energised during testing.
The Insulation function is for use on dead circuits only. If accidentally connected to a live
circuit the Red warning LED will ash, a rising siren type alarm will sound and testing will be
inhibited.
The tester is protected against being damaged by accidental connection to a live circuit but
for personal safety it is essential to ensure that the circuit is dead before working on it
All equipment and appliances should be disconnected from the circuit under test. Attached
equipment may be damaged by the higher voltages applied during testing and may return an
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articially low test result.
There may be capacitance on the circuit being tested (a longer than normal test time will
indicate this condition). Your tester will automatically discharge this but do not disconnect the
test leads until this auto discharge has completed.
Insulation test procedure
Fit the Brown test lead from the ACC063 set into the Brown/Red (+) input terminal and the
Blue lead into the Blue/Black (-) input terminal. Fit either the test prod or crocodile clip to the
other end of the test lead.
Select the voltage range that you wish to test at by turning the function selection switch to
the 250V, 500V or 1000V setting within the Insulation test range.
To enable the hands free feature simply press the HANDS FREE button once, The
‘HANDSFREE’ annunciator will appear ashing on the LCD and will continue to do so
until cancelled by a further press of the HANDS FREE button or by changing the function
selector switch.
When the HANDSFREE annunciator is ashing a single press of the Orange test button will
toggle continuous testing on and off.
Once started a steady beeping tone will be emitted to indicate that measurement is being
taken.
After a second or two the test result will be displayed in the primary display area and an
audible tone will indicate either by a single beep that the result is a value above 2MΩ or by
a short 2-tone alarm that the result is a value under 2MΩ. The secondary display area will
show the terminal voltage being applied.
The tester will continue to take measurements and any further change to the resistance of
the circuit will be indicated by an audible tone as described above and a change of result
on the display.
Whilst testing in hands free mode continues the Red warning LED will ash to warn of the
voltage between the prod tips/crocodile clips.
A further single press of the test button will suspend measurement.
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Connect the Brown test probe to the phase conductor and the Blue probe to the other
conductor being tested and press the Orange test button.
During Insulation testing the KT63DL will audibly indicate that measurement is being made by
emitting a steady beeping sound.
The Red Voltage/Polarity LED will ash to warn that there is a voltage potential at the probe
tips/crocodile clips and the primary display will show only the dashes chasing across the
LCD that also indicate that measurement is being made. The secondary display will show the
voltage being applied during the test.
Once the test is complete the result will be shown in the LCD primary display area whilst the
secondary display will revert to 0V to conrm that there is no longer any voltage between the
test probes. A single beep will indicate that the result of the test is resistance above 2 MΩ
whilst a short 2-tone alarm will sound if the result is below 2 MΩ.
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Loop test functions
Caution
Although fully protected against over voltage to 440V this tester should only be used on a
230V supply
Important note for calibration check box users: The smart loop test system used by the
KT63DL is immune to sudden high value changes such as voltage spikes. As a result when
changing calibration or check box loop values the tester or the supply must be switched off
between changes
Over temperature. If this symbol shows in the display the temperature of the unit has
reached a point where the performance accuracy could not be guaranteed. Allow the
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tester to cool down before proceeding
The KT63DL Loop test function has 2 modes for Loop testing that allow the user to conduct
the most accurate test possible whether or not the circuit under test is protected by an RCD.
High Current mode
For Ze testing at the distribution board or at any point upstream of RCD protection there is
a traditional fast high current test mode. The high current mode is a 2-wire test that enables
the user to test the true impedance of both the Line-Neutral Loop and the Line–Earth Loop
and therefore to establish both the PSC (prospective short circuit current) and the PFC
(prospective fault current) for the installation.
Unlike most testers that only measure the resistance of the Loop, the high current mode
of the KT63DL will measure the true Impedance of the Loop which includes an element of
reactance. This can be signicant where the distribution board is close to the mains supply
transformer and is therefore much more accurate than older Loop testing techniques. You
should be aware that because of this there may well be variations in readings compared
to ordinary loop testers or to the no-trip function of this tester, particularly when the
measurement is made near to the mains supply transformer.
No Trip Mode
For Zs testing where the circuit being tested is protected by an RCD there is the new NTL (No
Trip Loop) mode. In this mode testing can be made at sockets on the nal circuit without fear
of tripping the RCD.
Whilst No-Trip testing at points on the nal circuit will normally function with a high level of
accuracy, it should be noted that the low current measurement technique used is more likely
to be adversely affected by external factors.
Circumstances such as testing at seldom used socket outlets with tarnished contacts or
testing a circuit with a lot of background noise from electronic apparatus can result in the
occasional erroneous reading.
For this reason it is recommended that multiple measurements are made when using the Notrip mode and any isolated odd results are ignored. When taking multiple readings the tester
should be disconnected from the supply between consecutive tests.
For safety reasons the No-Trip mode is recommended for all measurements made on TT
systems.
* Where practical all other equipment powered by the same circuit should be switched off
before testing. This will reduce the chances of the RCD tripping as a result of combined
leakages.
PFC/PSC
In both Loop test modes the KT63DL will also display the supply voltage and at the touch of
the PFC button the PFC/PSC will be displayed.
Test lead conguration
The KT63DL Loop test function can be used with 2 different types of connecting lead. It is
important to understand and use the correct lead conguration for each test mode or you
may not obtain the correct results.
Lead options
1 Ref: KAMP12 The mains lead with 3 x 4mm plug to 13A plug
2 Ref: ACC063 The 3-Pole distribution board test lead set that can be tted with either prod
tips or crocodile clips as required.
The lead is an integral part of the tester set-up and should accompany the tester when being
returned for re-calibration or service. Do not use any other type of mains lead or test lead set.
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This is achieved by testing at a current that is too low to trip an RCD on an otherwise
healthy circuit.* The No Trip test is a 3-wire test that also checks the Live, Neutral / Earth
conductors are correctly connected before running the loop test.
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Lead conguration for No-Trip testing
In No-trip mode the tester can be used with the mains lead KAMP12 when testing at 13A
socket outlets, or the distribution board lead set ACC063 for testing at other points in the
circuit. In No-trip mode the 3 colour coded prods/crocodile clips of the test lead should be
connected to the corresponding Line, Neutral and Earth terminals.
Mains supply wiring and voltage test
When rst connected to a mains supply the KT63DL will automatically conduct a safety test
to ensure that the Live, Neutral and Earth conductors are all connected correctly and that the
supply voltage is in the acceptable range (207-253V).
Lead conguration for High current 2-wire testing
The high current test mode requires the use of the distribution board lead set ACC063
congured in 2-wire mode.
To arrange the test leads in 2-wire mode pull the blue prod or crocodile clip off the blue test
lead and plug the Blue probe into the back of the Green 4mm connector as shown below.
You will now have the Earth and Neutral leads connected together ready for connection to the
Earth or Neutral conductor to be tested.
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Fig 3. Prods in 2 wire testing conguration
If all is well the VOLTAGE/POLARITY warning LED will light Green and the supply voltage will be
displayed in the primary display area.
In the event of a problem with either the mains voltage supply or reversed connections the
VOLTAGE/POLARITY warning LED will light Red, a warning tone will be sounded and testing will
be inhibited.
Loop Test Procedures
No Trip Loop test (Zs)
Rotate the function selector switch to ‘NO TRIP’.
Connect the test lead to the socket/circuit under test.
Providing that the connections are correct and the supply voltage is within the correct range
the VOLTAGE/POLARITY LED will light Green, the KT63DL will start taking some background
measurements and will display the Line-Neutral supply voltage.
Touch the touch-pad area next to the test button. There should be no change in the indication
given. If the Voltage/Polarity LED ashes Red and a warning tone is emitted when the touchpad is touched a potentially dangerous polarity reversal exists see page 7 for example. Do
not proceed. If in any doubt advise the customer to contact the electricity supply company
immediately.
Press the test button to start the loop test. While measurement is being taken the primary
display will go blank whilst the secondary display will continue to show the supply voltage
accompanied by a steady beeping tone.
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Fig 4. Crocodile clips in 2 wire testing conguration
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The result of the test will be shown in the primary display.
A single press of the PFC- Loop button will toggle the display so that the PFC is shown in the
primary display and the impedance in the secondary display. A further press will toggle the
results between the primary and secondary displays.
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High current test (Ze)
The high current should only be conducted with the distribution board test lead set ACC063
congured in 2 wire mode. Do not use this function with the KAMP12 mains lead or the
distribution lead set in 3-wire conguration.
RCD Test Function
Caution
Rotate the function selector to the HIGH position.
Connect the test lead probes to the circuit under test and press the test button.
The result will be shown in the primary display and the mains voltage will be shown in the
secondary display.
Press the PFC-LOOP button to show the PFC/PSC in the primary display and the impedance in
the secondary display area.
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Note: The reading described here as PFC/PSC will be the prospective fault current for the
circuit being immediately tested. This is known as PSC in the case of a test between Live and
Neutral or PEFC for a test between Live and Earth conductors.
The wiring regulations BS7671, call for an IPF value to be recorded, this is the higher of the
PSC and PEFC as described above.
Hands Free Loop testing
The hands free feature can be used in either No Trip or high current test modes.
To enable the hands free feature simply press the HANDS FREE button once, The
‘HANDSFREE’ annunciator will appear ashing on the LCD and will continue to do so until
cancelled by a further press of the HANDS FREE button or by changing the function selector
switch.
When the HANDSFREE annunciator is ashing all you need to do is connect the test lead to a
mains supply and the test will be automatically carried out.
Although fully protected against over voltage to 440V this tester should only be used on a
230V supply
The KT63DL will test all of the most commonly encountered standard and selective type AC
and type A RCDs.
Test requirements
Each RCD is tested to ensure that:
i. It is not prone to ‘nuisance’ tripping and does not trip when a fault of half its rated current
is introduced. This is referred to as the x½ test.
ii. It operates with a maximum disconnection time of 300ms (AC/A type) when a fault at its
rated current is introduced. This is referred to as the x1 test.
iii. In the case of an RCD rated at 30mA there is an additional requirement that it operates
with a maximum disconnection time of 40ms when a fault of ve times its rated current
is introduced. This is referred to as the x5 test.
For the reasons explained below all of the above tests have to be conducted at both 0° and
180° this means that four tests (or for 30mA RCD’s six tests) have to made for each RCD.
NB: The BS7671 2018 states that effectiveness is demed to have been veried where an
RCD meeting the requirements of Reg. 415.1.1 disconnector within 40ms when tested at a
current equal or higher than ve times its rated residual operating current.
Automatic test
For the most commonly encountered type AC/A 30mA RCD the test process is even simpler.
Just turn the rotary selector to the ‘30mA AUTO’ setting select the RCD type required and the
KT63DL will conduct all six required tests at the single touch of a button.
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Pass or Fail result
In addition to displaying the time taken for the RCD to trip the KT63DL will also indicate
whether it has passed or failed the test requirements of the BS7671.
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Ramp test
The KT63DL also includes a diagnostic Ramp test feature. In this mode rather than applying a
steady fault current and measuring the time taken for the RCD to trip, the KT63DL gradually
increases the fault current and identies the level of additional leakage at which the RCD trips.
This is particularly useful in diagnostic testing of circuits where nuisance tripping is a problem
and helps to identify the difference between an over sensitive RCD and excessive leakage
from poor insulation or equipment with high leakage.
RCD test procedure
Select the type and rating of the RCD to be tested with the rotary function selector switch and
RCD type button.
Connect the 4mm plugs of the chosen test lead to the corresponding L, N & E terminals of
the KT63DL and connect the other end to the socket or circuit terminals under test.
Sinusoidal polarity (the 0° or 180° test)
RCD’s often operate with different reaction times depending upon whether the fault is
introduced during the positive or negative half cycle of the AC waveform. Therefore to
accurately determine the maximum response time of an RCD it is necessary to test it twice
at each given fault current, rstly with the fault introduced during the positive half cycle and
secondly during the negative half cycle.
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The KT63DL takes care of this for you by alternating the start point of consecutive tests at
any given setting. If for example you have selected a test at the rated trip current (x1) of a
100mA RCD, the rst press of the test button will apply a 100mA fault current starting on
the positive half cycle (0°) and display the result. A further press of the test button
will carry out another test at the same current but starting on the negative half cycle
(180°).
Test leads
Where testing is to be conducted at a point on the circuit other than a socket outlet the
distribution board test lead set ACC063 is used in 3-wire mode as described in the previous
chapter. The probes can be tted with either prod tips or crocodile clips as required.
Mains supply wiring and voltage test
When rst connected to a mains supply the KT63DL will automatically conduct a safety test to
ensure that the Live, Neutral / Earth conductors are correctly connected and that the supply
voltage is in the acceptable range of 207-253V.
If all is well the VOLTAGE/POLARITY warning LED will light Green and the supply voltage will be
displayed in the primary display area.
If using the distribution board test lead set ACC063 observe the correct polarity by
connecting the Brown probe to the Live conductor, Blue to Neutral and Green to Earth.
Touch the touch-pad area next to the test button. There should be no change in the indication
given. If the Voltage/Polarity LED ashes Red and a warning tone is emitted when the touchpad is touched a potentially dangerous polarity reversal exists see page 7 for example. Do
not proceed. If in any doubt advise the customer to contact the electricity supply company
immediately.
User selected test
The recommended order of tests is rstly at ½x the rated current followed by a test at the
rated current and nally, for 30mA RCD’s only, 5x the rated current.
The default test parameters of x½ for the current multiplier and 0° for the phase polarity will
be automatically selected for the rst test. These will be displayed on the LCD along with the
Line-Neutral voltage.
Press the test button and a test will be conducted at these settings. If successful and the
RCD has failed to trip a single beep will sound and the main display will be similar to gure 5.
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In the event of a problem with either the mains voltage supply or reversed connections the
VOLTAGE/POLARITY warning LED will light Red, a warning tone will be sounded and testing will
be inhibited.
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Displaying result of 1st ½x test
(Figure.5)
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Changed polarity ready for 2nd test
(Figure 6)
The main display shows that the fault current was applied for over 2000 milliseconds (2
seconds) without tripping the RCD. The secondary display conrms that this passes the
requirements of the BS7671.
In the event of the RCD failing the test and tripping within 2 seconds at half the rated current
the main display will show the trip time and the secondary display will show ‘FAIL’. A short 2
tone alert will also sound.
After displaying the result for a few seconds the tester will switch to the 180° phase polarity
setting in readiness for the next test. (Figure 6)
When both tests have been conducted at the x½ setting press the multiplier button to change
the test current to the x1 setting.
Press the test button to conduct a test at the x1 setting at 0°. The result will be shown as a
pass if RCD trips within 300ms. After displaying the result for a few seconds the tester will
switch to the 180° phase polarity setting in readiness for the second test at the x1 current
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setting.
If the 30mA setting has been selected a x5 current option will be available by using the
multiplier button. This option is not available, or required, for other ratings.
30mA Automatic test
The Auto test function will set up the tester to automatically conduct all 6 tests by a single
press of the test button. All you have to do is reset the RCD after it trips. To auto test type A
RCDs press the RCD type button before starting the procedure.
Upon completion of the auto test routine the results for each setting can be recalled by using
the RCD-RECALL button to cycle through the routine.
Ramp test
Use the rotary switch to select the rating of the RCD.
Use the RCD type button to select the RCD type required.
Press the multiplier button until the symbol is displayed.
Press the test button to start the test. The fault current applied will increment in 3mA steps
until the RCD trips.
If nuisance tripping on a circuit is a problem this function can be used to retest the RCD with
other appliances systematically connected and removed.
For example a 30mA RCD may trip at 12mA on ramp test with an appliance connected
and then at 27mA with the appliance removed. You will know that the appliance is leaking
approximately 15mA.
Specications and tolerances
Continuity Test Range Accuracy
Ranges (Auto Range) Tolerance (@ 20°C)
0.00 to 9.99 Ω ±3% ±2 digits
10.0 to 99.9 Ω ±3% ±2 digits
100 Ω to 19.99 KΩ ±3% ±2 digits
Open Circuit Voltage >4V, <10V
Short Circuit Current >200 mA
Zero offset Adjust (Test Lead Null) 4 Ω
Typical Test Time (2 Ω) <2 sec
Hazard warning LED >25V
Insulation Test Range Accuracy
Test Voltage Ranges (Auto Range) Tolerance (@20°C)
0.01 to 9.99 MΩ ±3% ±1 digit
250V 10.0 to 99.9 MΩ ±3% ±1 digit
100 to 2000 MΩ ±6% ±1 digit
0.01 to 9.99 MΩ ±3% ±1 digit
500V 10.0 to 99.9 MΩ ±3% ±1 digit
100 to 199 MΩ ±3% ±1 digit
200 to 2000 MΩ ±6% ±1 digit
0.01 to 9.99 MΩ ±3% ±1 digit
1000V 10.0 to 99.9 MΩ ±3% ±1 digit
100 to 399 MΩ ±3% ±1 digit
400 to 2000 MΩ ±6% ±1 digit
Insulation Output Voltage
Voltage Load Output Current Tolerance
250 250 kΩ 1 mA –0% +20%
500 500 kΩ 1 mA –0% +20%
1000 1 MΩ 1 mA –0% +20%
Short circuit current (in to 2 kΩ) <2 mA
Typical Test Time (10 MΩ) <2 sec
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Loop Test Range Accuracy
Range Accuracy
No trip 0.00 – 9.99 Ω ± 5% ± 5 digits
No trip 10.00 – 99.9 Ω ± 3% ± 3 digits
No trip 100 - 500 Ω ± 3% ± 3digits
High Current 0.00 - 500 Ω ± 3% ± 3 digit
PSC/ PFC
PSC accuracy is derived from measured loop impedance specication and measured
voltage specication.
Voltage measurement: +/- 3% 50/60Hz and 90 – 250V
RCD Test Range Accuracy
Supply voltage 195V – 253V AC 50Hz
Test current accuracy (½ I) –0% to –10%
Test current accuracy (I, 5I) +0% to +10%
Trip time accuracy up to 1 second ±(1% + 1ms)
Trip time accuracy over 1 second ±(1% +10ms)
For repair and calibration please return to us at :
Express Cal
Unit 2, Shaw Wood Business Park, Shaw Wood Way, Doncaster DN2 5TB
T: 01302 761044 F: 01302 321993
E: expresscal@kewtechcorp.com
Kewtech Corporation Limited
Midas House, Unit 2b, Stones Courtyard, High Street, Chesham, Bucks HP5 1DE
T: 01494 792212 F: 01494 791826
E: sales@kewtechcorp.com
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