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 Multifunction Testers

Martindale Electric Company Limited

Martindale Electric Co Ltd,
Metrohm House, Imperial Park, Imperial Way,
MICROPAT+ PAT TESTER
Watford, Hertfordshire, WD24 4PP, UK
Tel: +44(0)1923 441717 Fax: +44 (0)1923 446900
E-mail:[email protected]
Website: www.martindale-electric.co.uk MARTINDALE
© Martindale Electric Company Ltd. ELECTRIC
Registered in England No. 3387451.
24 Rev 1. 2018 Trusted by professionals
FIRMWARE VERSION 6.1 ONWARDS
 SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read before proceeding. 5. Warranty
This Martindale product is warranted to be free from defects in material and
WARNING workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty period is 2 years and
begins on the date of receipt by the end user. This warranty extends only to the
These instructions contain information and warnings that are necessary for original buyer or end-user customer, and does not apply to fuses, disposable
safe operation and maintenance of the MicroPAT+. It is recommended that batteries, test leads or to any product which, in Martindale’s opinion, has been
you read the instructions carefully and ensure the contents are understood. misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal
Failure to understand the instructions and comply with warnings and conditions of operation, handling or storage.
instructions herein can result in serious injury, damage or even death.
Martindale authorised resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused
In order to avoid the danger of electrical shock, it is important that proper products to end-user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or
safety measures are taken when working with voltages exceeding 30V AC different warranty on behalf of Martindale.
rms, 42V AC peak or 60V DC. Never exceed the maximum allowable input
level for each function and range. Refer to the specifications for maximum Martindale's warranty obligation is limited, at Martindale's option, to refund of the
inputs. Never touch exposed wiring, connections or live circuits. purchase price, free of charge repair, or replacement of a defective product which is
returned to Martindale within the warranty period.
The MicroPAT+ must only be used in conditions and for the purpose which
it has been constructed. Attention should be paid to safety instructions, This warranty is the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and is in lieu of all other
technical specifications and use of the MicroPAT+ in dry surroundings. warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to any implied warranty
of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Martindale shall not be liable
Always inspect your meter, test leads and accessories for any sign of for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages or losses, including
damage before use. If any abnormal conditions exist (e.g: broken test leads, loss of data, arising from any cause or theory.
cracked case, display not reading, etc.), do not attempt to use it. Do not
expose it to direct sunlight, excessive temperature or moisture. Since some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of the term of an implied warranty, or
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the limitations and
Keep these instructions for future reference. Updated instructions and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer. If any part of any provision
product information are available at: of this warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court or other decision-maker of
www.martindale-electric.co.uk/instruct.html competent jurisdiction, such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any
other provision or other part of that provision.
SYMBOLS:
Nothing in this statement reduces your statutory rights.
Equipment complies with relevant EU Directives

AC (Alternating Current)

Ground

Direct Current

Equipment protected by Double Insulation (Class II)

Caution - refer to accompanying documents

Caution - risk of electric shock

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 4. MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
4.1 Cleaning
The exterior of the instrument can be cleaned with a dry clean cloth to remove 1 Introduction
any oil, grease or grime. Never use liquid solvents or detergents. 1.1 Description
1.2 Earth Continuity
4.2 Calibration 1.3 Fuse Rating
The recommended calibration interval is 12 months. 1.4 Insulation
Martindale Electric will carry out routine calibration (on a chargeable basis) if the 1.5 Run (Load)
instrument is returned, carriage paid, to the address on the final page of this 1.6 Earth Leakage
document. Alternatively, a chargeable collection and return service is available. 1.7 Flash
1.8 Unpacking & Inspection
4.3 Repair & Service 1.9 Accessories
Repairs or servicing not covered in this manual should only be performed by
qualified personnel. There are no user serviceable parts in this unit. Return to 2 Specifications
Martindale Electric Company Ltd if faulty, unless fuse replacement only is 2.1 Technical Specification
necessary. Our service department will promptly quote to repair any faults that 2.2 Mechanical Specification
occur outside the warranty period. 2.3 Environmental Specification

4.4 Storage Conditions 3 Operation

The MicroPat+ should be kept in warm, dry conditions away from direct sources 3.1 Start Up
of heat or sunlight and in such a manner as to preserve the working life of the 3.2 Set Up Mode
instrument. 3.3 Outputting Stored Records
3.4 Testing Appliances
3.4.1 Manual Mode
3.4.2 Auto Mode
3.4.3 Appliance & User I.D.
3.4.4 PROCEED and MAN Keys
3.5 110/240V Operation
3.6 Battery Backup
3.7 Table of Codes for Test Parameters

4 Maintenance
4.1 Cleaning
4.2 Calibration
4.3 Repair & Service
4.4 Storage Conditions

5 Maintenance

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 1. INTRODUCTION When the battery is nearly drained, records will be lost or only maintained for a
short time and if this occurs the battery must be replaced. This battery is not user
replaceable and should only be replaced by qualified personnel.

To ensure maximum protection of instrument records they should be transferred

to a permanent copy on a daily basis.

Do not use the PAT as the primary store for your records.

WARNING: This product contains a lithium battery which must not be cut open,
incinerated, exposed to temperatures above +60ºC or recharged. “Dispose of in
accordance with local regulations”.

3.7 Table of Codes for Test Parameters For Firmware Versions 6.1 Onwards

Fig. 1
Earth Test Codes
Class Insulation Test Run Flash
Test Limit 0.1Ω 0.2Ω 0.3Ω 0.4Ω 0.5Ω
1.1 Description
The MicroPAT+ microprocessor controlled Appliance Tester (Fig. 1) is housed in I Limit 1.0MΩ Skip Skip 25A 01 02 03 04 05
a robust injection moulded case with a hinged lid. The base of the case contains
I Limit 1.0MΩ Skip Test 25A 06 07 08 09 10
the complete power and electronics circuitry under the control panel. A sixteen
key tactile membrane switch pad with added audio feedback operates the tester. I Limit 1.0MΩ Test Skip 25A 11 12 13 14 15
Test leads and a comprehensive instruction manual are stored in the lid behind a I Limit 1.0MΩ Test Test 25A 16 17 18 19 20
shelf which carries basic operating instructions. I Limit 1.0MΩ Skip Skip 100mA 21 22 23 24 25
I Limit 1.0MΩ Skip Test 100mA 26 27 28 29 30
The MicroPAT+ can scan Bar Code labels of the Appliance I.D. and Test
Parameters using an optional bar code reader. The Bar Code symbology used is I Limit 1.0MΩ Test Skip 100mA 31 32 33 34 35
code 3 of 9 (USD-3). The bar code reader is connected to the serial interface I Limit 1.0MΩ Test Test 100mA 36 37 38 39 40
when required.
II Limit 2.0MΩ Skip Skip Skip 81

Tests carried out on both Class I and Class II electrical appliances are based on II Limit 2.0MΩ Skip Test Skip 82
the recommendations of the Electricity at Work Act, The Health & Safety II Limit 2.0MΩ Test Skip Skip 83
Executive and The Electronic & Business Equipment Association.
II Limit 2.0MΩ Test Test Skip 84

NOTE: NOTE: Older test codes for previous versions of firmware will still work correctly. There is no
Class I - Earthed distinction between ‘As New’ and ‘In Service’ so insulation pass limits will be Class I at 1.0MΩ
Class II - Unearthed (double insulated), usually denoted by the symbol . and Class II at 2.0MΩ for all codes.
The MicroPAT+ can accept either 230/240V or 110V (55-0-55) 50/60Hz supplies
(via a special lead adaptor). A 240V and a 110V socket on the control panel
enables appliances of either voltage to be tested with the relevant mains supply.

Six tests can be performed on an appliance whose mains switch should be ON.

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 pressing the CLASS key. When the PROCEED key is pressed, if a Class I test is 1.2 Earth Continuity
specified, the display indicates the continuity test parameters. Pressing the For this test a voltage of 6V AC is applied between the earth pin of the plug of the
PROCEED key initiates the AUTO TEST. appliance and its exposed metalwork, via the wander earth lead. The resulting
high current verifies that the protective earth path will carry fault currents in the
3.4.3 Appliance and User I.D. event of a breakdown within the appliance.
It is possible to enter appliance I.D.’s from the keyboard, or from bar codes using
a bar code reader connected to the serial port. The user I.D. is entered via the Alternatively, the 100mA soft test can be selected for testing IT equipment. For
keyboard. However, the keyboard is numeric, 0-9, and in order to enter letters, this test, a constant current of 100mA DC is applied between the earth pin on the
the following procedure must be followed. Press the SET UP key and then press plug of the appliance and its exposed metalwork via the earth wander lead.
the numeric keys over the range, 00-27. The character conversion table on the lid
label indicates the two digit codes required for each letter of the alphabet. 1.3 Fuse Rating
A low AC voltage is applied between the phase and neutral of the appliance to
3.4.4 PROCEED and MAN Keys ensure that excessive currents will not flow when the full mains supply is used
These are the two most used keys on the keyboard. The PROCEED key is similar during a run test. This test is displayed but not recorded.
to the enter key on a PC. It accepts entries and increments the sequences. The Note that a ruptured fuse will pass this test, since it cannot supply excessive
MAN key is essentially the clear key, returning the PAT to its READY mode. currents. A ruptured fuse should have been found during preliminary visual tests,
However, in certain circumstances, it acts as a skip key, allowing certain tests to or will be revealed during the run test.
be skipped or ignored.
1.4 Insulation
3.5 110/240V Operation 500V DC is applied between the appliance phase and neutral joined together and
The PAT has the option of carrying out any of the above tests with either 110V or earth to ensure that the insulation has not fallen below an acceptable level.
220/240V mains. This instrument can be connected directly to a 220/240V supply
using the 13A plug fitted on the supply lead or to a 110V supply using the 1.5 Run (Load)
supplied adaptor. On power up, the PAT will monitor the mains supply and adjust This is an optional test that may be omitted. The appliance under test is operated
its measurement circuits and select the correct test socket accordingly. The at the nominal mains voltage. Care should be taken to ensure that there is no
display will also indicate the supply voltage on which tests will be carried out. mechanical hazard with this test.
Appliances to be tested should be connected into the appropriate socket and be
compatible to the supply currently in use with the PAT. i.e. 110V appliance - 110V 1.6 Earth Leakage
supply. During the run test, current flow in the earth lead and wander earth lead is
monitored to check that no potentially hazardous, voltage induced, earth leakage
paths are created by the operating conditions.
READY DATE 15/02/02 1.7 Flash
USING 240V MAINS This is an optional test that may be omitted. On Class I appliances 1.5kV AC is
applied between the phase and neutral joined together and earth. The flash probe
is not required for Class I appliances. However, on Class II appliances, 3kV AC is
applied between the phase and neutral joined together and the tip of the flash
Fig. 11 probe which is touched onto any exposed appliance metalwork. This test is a
further verification that functional and supplementary insulation levels have not
3.6 Battery Backup deteriorated.
During times that no mains power is connected to the PAT, a battery ensures that
the records stored in memory are maintained. The expected life for this battery The tester can be run in either a manual or an automatic mode. Manual mode
will be approximately five years depending on use. allows any or all tests to be performed in any sequence as desired. In the
automatic mode tests are performed in a prescribed sequence. Pass/fail values
are preset and the test results are displayed on a high contrast LCD.
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 When the automatic mode is selected the test results are stored in an internal If a run test is required then press the RUN key. The run test limit will momentarily
memory with a capacity for up to 1000 sets of results. To these results are added be shown then the display will prompt for the removal of the wander earth probe.
the test number, date, appliance ID, user ID, class and visual inspection. For
permanent recording the serial interface socket allows the results sequence to be NOTE: Prior to starting a run test the PAT automatically performs a fuse test. If
printed out or downloaded into an IBM compatible computer using a suitable this indicates that the likely run current will exceed the preset limit the test will not
software package. The serial interface also allows the appliance ID and test code be started but will indicate that the likely start current will be high (see fuse test). If
to be entered via a bar code reader (available separately from Martindale Electric). the appliance is known to have a high initial current which will rapidly fall to a
steady value within the fuse rating then continue the test by releasing then re-
1.8 Unpacking & Inspection applying the PROCEED key otherwise stop the test and check the appliance.
Before unpacking the MicroPat+, examine the shipping carton for any sign of
damage. Unpack and inspect the MicroPat+ for any damage. If there is any The display will momentarily show the test limit and then a warning to remove the
damage then consult your distributor immediately. wander earth. By pressing and holding the PROCEED key, the appliance will
power up and the measured VA rating be displayed.
1.9 Accessories
Bar Code reader MARBARCCD. Release the PROCEED key, after a short delay the display will change to
Universal extension lead tester MARLTDV. displaying the leakage current measured between the supply phase and earth.
Full range of appliance labels.
Computer download lead MARTL125 (serial interface - can be used in WARNING: If the fuse in the PAT ruptures it must be replaced with a fuse as
conjunction with a MARPATUSBADAPT for USB connection) specified on page 8. Fitting of any other type or rating of fuse is hazardous and
3 Phase PAT test adaptors. may result in damage to the PAT.

If both the run and earth leakage current are within limits then the display will
2. SPECIFICATIONS move on to prompt for a flash test. If a flash test is to be carried out then operate
the FLASH key. The display will show a high voltage warning along with a prompt
2.1 Electrical Specification to press the PROCEED key. Press the PROCEED key to start the test. Once
started the test will run for ten seconds after which the result will be shown for a
Supply Voltage: 230/240V ±10% 50/60Hz short period then the display will revert to prompting for another flash test. This
110 (55-0-55)V ±10% 50/60Hz procedure can be repeated three times. With Class II appliances a prompt for the
use of the flash probe is displayed.
Power Consumption:10/220VA (excluding run)
Pressing the PROCEED key in place of the RUN or FLASH keys, in the run or
EARTH CONTINUITY TEST flash tests will cause those tests to be skipped.
Test Voltage: 6V AC nominal with no load
At the end of the series of tests, a prompt to save the results appears on the
Test Current: 25A AC nominal with 0.1Ω load
display. Pressing the PROCEED key will cause the PAT to store these test
100mA DC constant current (soft test) for IT equipment
results, and return to the READY mode. If the MAN key is pressed, the PAT
Pass Level: <0.1, 0.2, 0.3..... 0.9, 1.0Ω
returns to its READY mode with no test results stored. During an auto test, when
Range: 0 - 1.99Ω
the PAT prompts for the entry of a test code, it is possible to skip this operation by
Accuracy of Indication: ±10% ±2 digit of reading
pressing the MAN key, and the pat then performs an auto test sequence
comprising of a continuity, fuse, insulation, run and flash test. In this mode of
Fuse Rating Test
operation, the test types (25A or 100mA and In Service or As New) and the pass
Test Voltage: 6V AC nominal
limits (0.1 to 0.5Ω and Class I or Class II) defined in the set up mode determine
Range: 0 - 19.9A AC
the test parameters. After the MAN key is first pressed, the display indicates the
Accuracy of Indication: ±10% ±2 digit of reading
insulation test parameters and it is possible at this stage to alter the class by

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 and then the user I.D. will appear as already described. The prompt to enter the INSULATION TEST
test code will now be displayed. A number obtained from the “Table of Codes for
Test Voltage: 500VDC -0%, + 20% at 0.5MΩ
Test Parameters” should now be entered via the keyboard or from a bar code
Short Circuit Current: 1.5mA DC nominal
reader connected to the serial port. Once the correct test code is displayed, then
Pass Level: >1MΩ Class I There is no distinction between
the PROCEED key should be pressed to continue with the test. Once the correct
>2MΩ Class II {
As New or In Service pass levels
type of test has been set on the display operate the PROCEED key to continue
Range: 0 - 19.9MΩ
with the test.
Accuracy of Indication: ±5% ±1 digit of reading
If a Class I type test has been selected the display will then identify the type of
RUN TEST
continuity test and the continuity pass limit. On pressing the PROCEED key, the
display will change to prompt for the earth wander. Range: 0 - 3.1kVA
Pass Level: <3.1kVA at 240V AC/<1.43kVA at 110V AC
The wander earth should then be carefully attached to any exposed metalwork on Accuracy of Indication: ±10% ±100VA at nominal 240V mains supply
the appliance and the PROCEED key pressed to start the test. ±10% ±50VA at nominal 110V mains supply

The display will indicate that the continuity test is running and after five seconds it EARTH LEAKAGE TEST
will momentarily show the test result.
Range: 0 - 6mA AC
If the result of this test is within the pass limit, the display will then change to Pass Level: <3.5mA AC Class I, 0.5mA AC Class II
indicate that the fuse test is running and will then move on to the insulation test. Accuracy of Indication: ±10% ±1 digit of reading
This test will run for 5 seconds, during which time the insulation of the appliance
is stressed with 500V DC and the insulation resistance is measured. FLASH TEST

If the continuity or insulation test fails, the rest of the test sequence is
Test Voltage: 1.5kV AC - Class I
3.0kV AC - Class II } at nominal
240V mains supply
discontinued and when the PROCEED key is pressed, the prompt for saving the Pass Level: <3mA AC
test results will appear on the display. Range: 0 - 3mA AC.
Accuracy of Indication: ±5% ±1 digit
If Class II double insulated appliance test is selected then the continuity test is
omitted. The display will prompt for the wander earth to be fitted to any exposed LEADS
metalwork on the appliance to ensure that the insulation test will be valid.
Mains: 1.7m fixed lead, with a 13A moulded plug
If there is no exposed metalwork on the appliance, metal foil should be wrapped Earth Continuity: 1.5m long, fixed lead, heavy duty crocodile clip
around the appliance and the wander lead clip attached to the foil. Flash Test: 1.3m long, detachable, with a retractable probe at one
end and a shrouded free 4mm safety high voltage plug
Press PROCEED to start the fuse test. The display will indicate that the fuse test at the other.
is running and after five seconds it will momentarily show the test result and move Adaptor: 110V 16A plug at one end and a 240V 13A free socket
onto the insulation test. This test will run for five seconds, during which time the at the other.
insulation resistance is measured.
SOCKETS
If the insulation test fails, the rest of the test sequence is discontinued, and when
Mains: 240V 13A to BS1363
the PROCEED key is pressed, the prompt for saving the test results will appear
110V 16A to BS4343
on the display.

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 Serial interface: Printer/computer output using a 9 pin ‘D’ type basis but should only be used for type testing or after major repairs have been
connector carried out which may have modified the characteristic insulation properties of the
Pin 9: +5V appliance.
Pin 5: Earth/ground
Pin 3: Data out (TX) NOTE: Due to the high voltages present during this test it should only be carried
Pin 2: Busy (RX) out by suitably trained operators.
Pin 7: Earth/ground
RS232 +5V DC levels at a communication speed of Press the FLASH key. The display will momentarily show the flash test limit then
1200 BAUD with 8 data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit go to show a high voltage warning.
Flash: 4mm high voltage safety type
If the appliance is a Class II device then plug in the flash probe. Hold the probe tip
LAMPS firmly against any exposed metal surfaces on the appliance for the duration of the
flash test sequence.
Flash: Neon lamp which illuminates when a flash test is
selected Press and hold the PROCEED key. The orange flash indicator will illuminate and
the flash leakage current will be measured and shown on the display for as long
FUSES as the key is held down. Three seconds after the key is released the display will
Panel: 16A(FF) 11/4” HBC (Ceramic) - 2 spares supplied revert to the ready mode.
13A Plug: 13A(F) 1” HBC (Ceramic)
Internal: 3.15mA(F) HBC 5 X 20mm (Ceramic) If the leakage current exceeds the preset limit the PAT will automatically switch
N.B: Internal fuse is not user replaceable. The front off the high voltage and the display will indicate a fail condition.
panel fuse protects the 240V test socket only. The
110V socket is wired direct to the mains input plug 3.4.2 Auto Mode
fuse. Exact replacements must always be used. In this mode of operation a complete test sequence can be automatically carried
out and the results stored in memory.
DISPLAY
LCD: 2 lines X 20 character. Supertwist liquid crystal high Press the AUTO key. The display will indicate a VISUAL FAIL condition, press the
contrast display ALL key to change to VISUAL PASS if the visual inspection of the appliance
under test shows no indication of mechanical faults. Press the PROCEED key to
EMC Compliance: Meets EN 50081-1, EN 50082-1 accept pass/fail condition.

LVD Compliance: Meets BS EN 61010-1, Installation Category II, If the visual inspection has failed then no electrical tests will be carried out and
Pollution Degree 2 the prompt to enter the appliance I.D. will be displayed. The appliance I.D. may
be entered via the keyboard or from a bar code via a bar code reader connected
to the serial port. The PROCEED key is pressed to accept the appliance I.D. or
2.2 Mechanical Specification the MAN key may be pressed to return to the ready screen, with no records being
stored. If the appliance I.D. has been accepted, the prompt to enter the user I.D.
CASE is displayed. The user I.D. may be entered via the keyboard and accepted by
pressing the PROCEED key. If the MAN key is pressed, then the user I.D. is not
Size: 330 X 263 X 144mm stored. The prompt to save the test results is displayed. Pressing the PROCEED
Material: ABS key will store the test results and return the PAT to the READY mode. If the MAN
Colour: Yellow key is pressed, the test results will not be stored.
Weight: 4.75kg complete
If the visual inspection has passed, then the prompt to enter the appliance I.D.

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 tested, this will either be Class I or Class II and the pass test limit. If the displayed 2.3 Environmental Specification
type does not match the appliance to be tested then press the CLASS key to
change displayed type. TEMPERATURE
Operating: 0°C to 35°C
Press the PROCEED key to move onto the next display. If the appliance type is
Storage: -10°C to 50°C
Class II then this will be a prompt to fit the wander earth. This should be carefully
connected to any exposed metal on the appliance.
3 OPERATION
Press the PROCEED key to move onto the next display which will be a warning of
high voltage. Class I tests will skip the wander earth prompt as there is already an
3.1 Start Up
earth return in the appliance lead.
Connect the appliance tester to a suitable supply. The tester will start up in self
test mode. This will run for approximately 3 seconds during which the display will
Press and hold the PROCEED key. The display will show the measured value
show ‘self test’ and the software version. All push-button keys are disabled. Do
then revert to the ready mode three seconds after the key has been released.
not interrupt the supply during the self test mode as the tester requires this period
to recognise the mains voltage being supplied. To do this will not damage the
NOTE: It is important to test the earth continuity in a Class I appliance prior to this
tester but may corrupt stored test results.
test otherwise this test may not be valid.
At the end of the self test the display will show the - READY - screen showing the
d) Run
last entry date and the mains supply which is connected to the PAT. See Fig. 2.
Full mains supply is applied to the appliance. The measured running power and
earth leakage current are displayed.

Press the RUN key. The display will momentarily show the run power limit then go READY DATE 15/02/02
on to show a warning to remove the wander earth if it is fitted. USING 230V MAINS
Press and hold the PROCEED key. After a short delay the display will show the
power used by the appliance. After the key has been released the display will
Fig. 2
change to show the earth leakage current for three seconds then revert to the
ready mode.

If at any time the measured earth leakage or the run current exceeds the preset
3.2 Set Up Mode
limit the test will automatically be stopped.
Any time the instrument is in the ready mode the following setting up operations
can be carried out on the instrument prior to starting tests.
e) Flash
Flash voltage is applied:
When the ‘Set up’ key is pressed a set up menu is displayed allowing class,
continuity, test records and date to be set or modified as required.
i) Between the mains lead phase/neutral and the earth for a Class I instrument
(test voltage 1.5kV).

OR SET UP:- CLASS:

“CONT” “ALL” “DATE”
ii) Between the mains lead phase/neutral and the flash probe for Class II
instruments (test voltage 3kV). This test severely stresses the insulation of the
appliance under test and should not be carried out on a routine maintenance
Fig. 3
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 a) Set Class: a) Earth Continuity
Press the SET UP key. The display will show the setting options. By pressing the This test is only required for earthed (Class I) appliances. The resistance of the
CLASS key, the class menu is displayed. Repeated pressing of the CLASS key earth circuit in the appliance and associated mains wire and plug is displayed.
allows Class I or Class II to be selected. Choosing Class I will also set up the Press the CONT key. The display will show the set earth continuity test limit and
instrument to use 1.0MΩ insulation pass limit. Class II uses 2.0MΩ pass limit. the type of test. The type of test, 25A or 100mA, may be selected by pressing the
To return to set up menu press PROCEED. Pressing the PROCEED key stores CONT key. The PROCEED key should then be pressed, the display will prompt
the selected class and limit and returns the display to the set up menu. Pressing for the wander earth to be fitted. Carefully fit the wander earth lead to any
the MAN key returns the display to the set up menu, without the class and limit exposed earthed metal on the appliance then press and hold the PROCEED key.
being stored. The display will show the measured value for the appliance for as long as the key
is held down then will revert to ready mode after three seconds.

SET UP:- CLASS1 b) Fuse

INSULATION 01.0 Mohm The current likely to be drawn whilst the appliance is powered up is displayed.
Apart from identifying phase to neutral shorts this test is useful in establishing the
likely rating for appliance mains fuse.

Press the FUSE key. The display will momentarily show the fuse test limit then
Fig. 4 prompt for the PROCEED key. Press and hold the PROCEED key. The display
will show the measured value for the appliance as long as the key is held down
then revert to ready mode after three seconds. If the measured value is zero or
b) Set Continuity: very low compared with the expected value then it is likely that the appliance
This allows the pass limit for the earth continuity to be set and the type of test, phase is open circuit due to incorrect wiring, a ruptured fuse or the appliance
25A AC or 100mA DC, to be selected. For appliances with minimum lead lengths mains switch is not in the ON position.
this will normally be set to 0.1Ω. As a guide the following is a table for the
maximum lead lengths which should result in a pass with the 0.1Ω setting. NOTE: The value displayed is an indication of the current likely to be taken by the
appliance at initial switch on. Purely resistive loads may be a good indication of
the steady state current drawn by the appliance. With appliances which have very
high start up currents the display will show the likely maximum current drawn by
Cross section Max length Cable rating the appliance before the steady state condition has been achieved.
2
0.5mm 2 metres 3 amps This value along with the steady state current is useful in establishing the likely
2
0.75mm 3 metres 6 amps fuse type suitable for the appliance.
2
1.0mm 4 metres 10 amps
2
1.5mm 6 metres 15 amps Examples of appliances which may have high start up currents are power tools,
industrial cleaning equipment, stage and site lighting.
To establish the maximum cable lengths permissible for other limits of earth
continuity divide the new limit by 0.1 and multiply by length for 0.1Ω. c) Insulation
2
e.g. Maximum cable length for 0.5mm on 0.1Ω limit = 2 Metres The integrity of the insulation of the appliance is tested by applying 500V DC
2
Maximum cable length for 0.5mm on 0.2Ω limit = (0.2 : 0.1) x 2 between phase/neutral linked together and earth. The measured insulation
= 4 Metres resistance is displayed. Two pass levels are built into the test; these are 1.0MΩ
(Class I), 2.0MΩ (Class II). There is no disinction between ‘As New’ or ‘In Service’
Press the SET UP key. The display will show the setting options. Select CONT by pass limits. Allow a short press PROCEED to clear all the records or MAN to
pressing the CONT key. The display will show the window for selecting the type return to the set up menu with all records retained unchanged.
of test (see Fig. 5).
Press the INSUL key. The display will indicate the type of appliance which is to be

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 The Print/Disp options are as follows:

a) All SET UP:- CONTINUITY

Selecting this option by pressing the ALL key when the all option is displayed will TEST CURRENT 25 AMP
cause all the records stored to be output to the display/printer.

b) Appliance ID
Selecting this option by pressing the PROCEED key will result in the display
prompting for the I.D. of the appliance to be displayed. Enter the appliance I.D. Fig. 5
then press the PROCEED key. All test records stored in memory for that
appliance I.D. will then be output to the display/printer starting from the first Pressing the CONT key selects either a 25A or 100mA test.
(oldest) record stored and include all the following records up to the most recent
record stored in memory. By pressing the SET UP key, the window for selecting the continuity pass limit is
displayed (see Fig. 6).
c) Last
Selecting this option by pressing the PROCEED key will result in the last record
stored in memory to be displayed/printed. SET UP:- CONTINUITY
TEST LIMIT 0.10 ohm
d) From
Selecting this option by pressing the PROCEED key will result in the display
prompting for the low and high test number required to describe a block of
records which it is desired to view. The cursor will be positioned below the first
test number to be entered. Enter the lower number using the number keys then Fig. 6
press the PROCEED key to move the cursor to the high number. This will
automatically be set to the highest test number stored in memory. If a lower test Repeated pressing of the CONT key will cause the displayed value to increment
number is required for the top of the block this can be set in simply by overwriting by 0.1Ω. Press PROCEED to fix the displayed value in the memory and return to
the displayed number. Pressing the PROCEED key outputs all the records in the the set up menu. Press the MAN key to return to the SET UP menu without
block. Pressing the SET UP key will clear the number that has been entered. storing the continuity pass limit.

3.4 Testing Appliances c) Clear all Test Records

Two distinct methods of testing appliances are available with this appliance This allows all test records stored in the memory to be erased thereby making
tester. space for new records.

3.4.1 Manual Mode Press the SET UP key. The display will show the setting options. Select all by
This mode can be entered any time the PAT is in its ready mode simply by pressing the ALL key. The display will show a prompt to press the PROCEED key
selecting the appropriate test key. With manual mode it is possible to carry out to clear all records.
individual tests on appliances without having to complete a full auto test. This can Press PROCEED to clear all records or MAN to return to set up menu with all
be a useful aid to quickly establish that a repaired appliance is likely to pass an records retained unchanged.
auto test or just to establish that an earth bond has been correctly made for
example. The results obtained from manual tests are not stored in memory. The d) Set Date
manual tests which can be carried out with this PAT are as follows: This has to be set up daily as follows:

Press the SET UP key. The display will show set up menu (see Fig. 3). Select the

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 date setting by pressing and releasing the DATE key. The display will show the
last date set with a cursor under the first digit to be changed (see Fig. 7). Change Either press the ALL key to accept the displayed option or press the DISP key to
the first pair or numbers in the date shown if required then press the PROCEED show the next option which is the ‘Appliance ID’ (see Fig. 9).
key to move on to the next pair and repeat the process until the cursor is under
the date’s year digits.
DISP: APPLIANCE ID
PRESS “>>” KEY
SET UP DATE 15/02/02

Fig. 9

Fig. 7
To select this option press the PROCEED key as prompted or press the DISP key
to select the next option which can then be selected using the PROCEED key or
Press the PROCEED key to fix the new date into memory or press the MAN key skipped by pressing the DISP key as appropriate.
to return to the set up menu with the original date unchanged.
Pressing the MAN key at any time will result in the display reverting to the ready
If the date set during this process is invalid, e.g. 35th day of the month the cursor mode.
will return to the wrongly set numeric ready for correction when the final
PROCEED key press is made. If the display has been selected then repeated pressing of the PROCEED key or
holding it down will cause the data from the record(s) to be output sequentially to
3.3 Outputting Stored Records the display.
Test data previously stored in the PAT memory can be viewed or printed using
the DISP or PRINT keys respectively. If the printer has been selected as the output device then all the data stored in the
chosen record(s) will then be automatically printed.
NOTE: If records are to be printed, a printer must be correctly connected to the
serial port and must be switched on and ready to receive data. However, some
printers can appear to be readers and so can cause corruption when the applied It should be noted that when the PRINT key is first pressed, the window for
ID or test code required to be entered. Therefore, it is recommended that the selecting the baud rate of the serial port is displayed (see Fig. 10). Pressing the
printer is only connected when the PAT is about to download information to it. RATE key allows a baud rate of 1200 or 9600 to be selected. Pressing the PRINT
key, the display that shows the option to output all records appears (see Fig. 8)
To display a test record press the DISP key. The display will then show the option and the operation is as described earlier except that the PRINT rather than DISP
to output all the records (see Fig. 8). key is used.

DISP: ALL TESTS BAUD RATE 1200

PRESS “ALL” KEY SEL:RATE**PROC: PRINT

Fig. 8 Fig. 10

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