Socket & See PDL PRO Instruction Manual & Specification

Instruction Manual & Specification

PDL PRO

High Resolution Loop

Tester

SSM0028v1

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1. Safety

1.1 Equipment Markings

Caution - refer to the instruction manual.

Construction is double insulated.

Product should be recycled as electrical waste.

Conforms to EU standards.

Prohibited to use on Electrical Systems which use voltages above
550V.

Measurement Category IV is applicable to testing and measuring
circuits at the origin of the installations supply. They are utility
level checks. This part of the installation is expected to have a
minimum of one level of over-current protective device between
the transformer and connecting points of the measuring circuit.
This tester’s voltage rating for CAT IV location is 300V where the
voltage is Phase (line) to Earth.

Measurement Category III is applicable to testing and measuring
circuits connected after the source of the building’s low-voltage
MAINS installation. This part of the installation is expected to
have a minimum of two levels of over-current protective devices
between the transformer and connecting points of the
measuring circuit.
Examples of CAT III are measurements on devices installed after
the main fuse or circuit breaker fixed within the building
installation. Such as distribution boards, switches and socket
outlets.
This tester’s voltage rating for CAT III location is 500V where the
voltage is Phase (line) to Earth.

CAT IV
300V

CAT III
500V

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1.2 Operational Safety

The PDL PRO is designed to be used by skilled persons in accordance with safe
methods of work. If the PDL PRO is used in a manner not specified by Socket &
See, the protection provided by it may be impaired.

Inspect the product before using. If any damage is visible; such as cracks in the
casing, damage to any accessories, leads or probes, the unit should not be
used.

Do not operate the PDL PRO with the battery cover off as this will compromise
the insulated safety barrier.

To maintain safety, ensure serviceability and to monitor accuracy of the PDL
PRO the tester should be checked on a checkbox such as the Socket & See
CB400 at regular intervals.

Although fully protected against over voltage up to 440V, the tester should
only be used on 230V systems.

2. Description

The PDL PRO is a no trip and high current, high resolution digital earth loop
impedance tester.

2.1 Features

● No Trip loop L-E test

● High current L-E loop test

● High current, High resolution L-E loop test

● High current, High resolution L-N loop test

● AC Voltage VLN - VLE - VNE

● Distribution network operator polarity test pad

● PFC / PSC measurements

● Hands free function

● Polarity, voltage present LED

● Auto switch off function for battery preservation

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2.2 Indication

The white display backlight will illuminate when switching on and during
testing. To preserve battery life the backlight will switch off after
approximately 4 seconds of inactivity. The unit will automatically power
off after approximately 3 minutes of inactivity. To switch the tester back
on after auto power off, press any button..

*LCD display shown in the no trip loop function.

3. Usage

Battery Status

Mains

Mains Voltage
Indicator

Volts Present/Polarity LED

Voltage LN/LE/NE
toggle button

Hands Free selection
button

4mm colour coded
sockets

PFC-PSC/Voltage toggle
button

Rotary selection dial

Polarity touch pad

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3.1 Battery Installation

Unit requires 4 x AA batteries.

Ensure that all test leads are removed before installing batteries. Remove
the rubber over mould and battery cover on the reverse of the unit. Install
the new batteries ensuring correct polarity as indicated. After installing
batteries and before use ensure the battery cover and over mould are
correctly fitted, switch on the unit and check for correct operation.

Dispose of used batteries as per the local authorities guidelines.

3.2 Operation

Loop No Trip L-E

This is a three wire test to measure Zs where the circuit is protected by a
RCD. Where possible, non-essential electrical equipment should be
disconnected to reduce the chance of the RCD tripping as a result of
leakage build up.

Turn the rotary dial to the Loop No Trip L-E position. Allow the tester to
conduct a self test and check the incoming voltage and polarity. Voltage
L-N will be displayed and Volts Present LED will illuminate green. Push
TEST. Loop result will be displayed with voltage L-N.

Loop High Current L-E

This High current test is used to measure Ze at the distribution board
downstream of any RCD or Zs, where the circuit is not protected by a RCD.

Turn the rotary dial to the Loop High L-E Position. Voltage L-N will be
displayed and volts present LED will illuminate green if conditions are
correct. Push TEST. Loop result will be displayed with Voltage L-N.

High Resolution L-E / L-N

These High current tests are used to measure Ze or Zs, where the circuit is

not protected by an RCD. Results will be displayed to 1 mΩ resolution.

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Turn the rotary dial to the Loop High Resolution L-E or L-N as required.
Voltage L-N will be displayed and volts present LED will illuminate green if

conditions are correct. Push TEST. Loop result will be displayed to 1 mΩ

resolution with Voltage L-N.

Hands Free

The Hands Free function can be used with any loop measurement. Select
the loop measurement required with the rotary dial. Press the Hands Free
button and HANDSFREE will be displayed on the screen. Once the tester is
connected, correct voltage and polarity is confirmed and a loop test will
be conducted without TEST being pressed.

Volts L-N/ L-E / N-E

Voltage L-N is the tester’s default setting. By pressing VOLTS LN-LE-NE the
voltage displayed will be toggled. The voltage displayed can be toggled
before or after a loop test is carried out.

PFC / PSC

After a loop test has been carried out the calculated PFC or PSC can be
displayed by selecting PFC L-E / PSC L-N.

Polarity Test Pad

It is a little known fact that a system can be reverse wired with Live
(Phase) to earth/neutral and earth/neutral to Live (Phase). The sockets
will all work and conventional loop testers will test and show that
everything is correct despite this very dangerous wiring condition.
Although extremely rare, this dangerous condition can exist, so if your test
shows this fault do not proceed.

Touch the touchpad area next to the test button. There should be no
change in the indication given. If the Voltage/Polarity LED flashes Red and
a warning tone is emitted when the touchpad is touched, a potentially
dangerous polarity reversal exists. Do not proceed. If in any doubt advise
the customer to contact the electricity supply company immediately.

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4. Maintenance and Service

If required, clean with a soft damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use
abrasives or solvents.
With the exception of the batteries there are no user serviceable parts.
Contact Socket & See for parts and technical assistance.

Socket & See
Century Road
High Carr Business Park
Newcastle-Under-Lyme
Staffordshire, UK
ST5 7UG

Specification

Voltage

Range Accuracy

0 to 260 V ± (3% + 3 digits)

No Trip L-E Loop Test

(No trip L-E mode, 3 wire testing, Phase - Neutral - Earth all connected)

Range Accuracy

0.00 to 99.99 Ω ± (5% + 5 digits)

100.0 to 499.9 Ω ± (3% + 3 digits)

High I L-E Loop Test

(High I L-E mode, 3 wire testing, Phase-Neutral-Earth all connected)

0.000 to 9.999 Ω ± (3% + 30 mΩ)

10.00 to 99.99 Ω ± (3% + 3 digits)

100.0 to 500.0 Ω ± (3% + 3 digits)

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Specification Continued

Power Supply 4 x AA LR6 Batteries
Battery Life 50 Hours

Overvoltage Category

CAT III 500V
CAT IV 300V

Operating Temperature 0 - 40°C

Storage Temperature -10 to 60°C

Operating Humidity 80% @ 31°C to 50% @ 40°C
Safety Compliance BSEN 61010-2-030:2010
EMC Compliance BSEN 61326-2-2:2013
Performance Standard BSEN 61557-1:2007

BSEN 61557-3:2007

Probes GS38 Compliant
Dimensions (mm) 180mm x 85mm x 50mm

Weight (g) Approximately 450g