Wavecom Instruments Portable Appliance Testers Instruction Manual Australian made to comply with the requirements of the Standard AS/NZS 3760 Developed By Wavecom Instruments Pty Ltd Ph: (08) 8243 3500 257 Grange Road Findon SA 5023 Email: winpats@wavecom.com.au Web: www.wavecom.com.au Melbourne Office 772A Station Street, Box Hill, Victoria 3128 Phone: 1300 793 301 Fax: (+61) 03 9897 4766 Email: salesvic@wavecom.com.
Table of Contents Important Information Accessories Supplied Manufacturer Recommendations Safety Warning Disclaimer & Limited Warranty The TnT Portable Appliance Tester (Diagram) Competent Person 4 4 4 4 5 5 Technical Information Class 1 (Earthed Appliance) Construction Class 2 (D/Insulated) Construction Testing of Electrical Equipment To Change Test Voltage (250/500VDC Select) 6 6,7 7 8 Integrated Tests Supply Mains Tests NCNT Test 8 8 First Test Visual Inspection Test
Stop TnT+X Diagram TnT+X Test Function Flow Chart Tests Common To All Models 21 21 21 21 3PL Instructions Stop 3PL Diagram Power Up Checking 3PL Cables Menu System 3PL Earth Bond Current Selection 3PL RCD Trip Phase Selection Menu Test Common To 3PL & TnT+ Models 22 22 23 23 23,24 24 25 25 Memory Option for TnT Introduction Powering on the Tester Adding Equipment Retesting Equipment Deleting Equipment 25 26 26 28 29 Test and Print (T&P) Option T&P T&P Flow Cha
Important Information Accessories Supplied (With the Range of TnT Portable Appliance Testers) Portable Appliance Tester Instruction Manual Manufacturers Calibration Certificate IEC Lead Earth Lead with Alligator Clip Soft Carry Case Manufacturer Recommendations (For the Range of TnT Portable Appliance Testers) Calibration: The manufacturer recommends a routine calibration verification of readings for determining the accuracy of readings on a 12 Monthly basis.
TnT Portable Appliance Tester Competent Person To ensure that all electrical equipment or devices that are used to perform specific tasks, are inspected and tested and tagg ed correctly, regulations require that a competent person such as a Licensed Electrician be employed to perform the required tests. A person competent to undertake Inspection and Testing of electrical equipment must therefore have: Knowledge and practical experience of electricity and its hazards.
Disclaimer Limited Warranty The Manufacturer warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. During the warranty period, the manufacturer will repair (or at its option replace at no charge) the product that proves to be defective. This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse or miss-application or as a result of service or modification by anyone other than manufacturer of the TnT.
Class II equipment is marked with the words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or the symbol For double insulated under Safety Symbols: Note 1 – Double Insulation is insulation comprising both basic and supplementary insulation. Note 2 – Reinforced Insulation is a single insulation system with a degree of protection against electric shock, which is equivalent to double insulation.
To Change Test Voltage To change the test voltages select the "change ins" from the options menu. Please refer to the special functions section of this manual. Please Note: In earlier models the Return/Enter Key may need to be pressed 3 times to change Voltages. The TnT-el will automatically default to 500VDC when restarted. Integrated Tests Supply Mains Test The Supply Mains Test checks the polarity and connectivity of the mains supply by LED's.
Visual Inspection (First Test) Visual Inspection THIS TEST IS TO OCCUR BEFORE ANY OTHER TEST IS CARRIED OUT USING ANY OF THE RANGE OF TnT APPLIANCE TESTERS In regard to the Device Under Test (DUT), please ensure that; There is no damage or component defects to the accessories, plugs, outlet sockets or connectors (physical). There are no cracks &/or abrasions. There are no exposed inner cores or conductors (flexible) and that the supply cords are not twisted or distorted.
Earthed Appliance Test - F1 (For earthed appliances CLASS 1) Please Note: A visual inspection test must be carried out before any others (refer to First Test Section) The Earth Appliance Test completes the following sequences as part of its proced ure: 1. Integrated Supply Mains Test Refer to Integrated Test section 2. Integrated NCNT Test Refer to Integrated Test section 3. Earth Bond Test (@200mA): 200mA test current, pass level less than 1Ω 4.
5. Read and record results appropriately 6. Unplug DUT 7. Press the enter key to return to the main menu If the result was a pass - Tag the DUT with the appropriate tag including "next test due" date and "return to service". If the result was a fail - Tag the DUT wit a danger tag and remove the DUT from service. In some situations if the DUT is labelled with “Surge Protection Fitted” or if it is electronic and fails, conduct a 250V -insulation test. Should it still fail, remove it from service.
TnT-el Part No: WCM-TNT-EL TnT-el Test Function Flow Chart Menu 1 Menu 2 Note: Menu 1 is common to all models Menu 2 Main Menu 1 F1 Earth Test F2 D/Ins Test F3 Ext Lead Test F1 Earth Test Mains Supply Test NCNT Test Earth Bond Test Insulation Test Results Summary F2 D/Ins Test Mains Supply Test NCNT Test Double Ins Test Results Summary F3 Ext Lead Test Mains Supply Test Earth Bond Test Insulation Test Continuity & Polarity Test Results Summary F1 Earth Leakage F2 D/Ins
Leakage Test The Leakage Test is an alternate method to perform insulation resistance tests. Leakage testing is a major function of the TnTel & TnT+ models Please Note: A visual inspection test must be carried out before any others (refer to First Test Section) This test determines errors of leakage not otherwise detected in a normal insulation test. If there are any doubts with insulation testing of the equipment, the Standard (AS/NZS 3760 since 2001) allows for a leakage test to be carried out instead.
Caution: This test turns the Device Under Test (DUT) ON. The power / leakage test can handle up to 10 Amp (Resistive) Load MAX. Exceeding this value will blow the external M205 ceramic fuse. Care should be taken when testing inductive loads (ie AC motors) with large start up currents. To stop operation press and hold the Return/Enter key at any time. The unit will power down after 20 seconds as default. If 10A HBC fuse is blown the appliance will not operate in Power test or Leakage test modes.
Tests Common To All Models - Menu 1 Earthed Appliance Test (refer to TnT) Double Insulation Test (refer to TnT) Ext Lead Test (refer to TnT) Power Test - Menu 2 The Power Test is for the purposes of monitoring and performance testing the DUT up to the current value 10Amps. Please Note: A visual inspection test must be carried out before any others (refer to First Test Section) The Power TEST completes the following sequence as part of its comprehensive testing procedure: 1.
Note: Before operating, ensure the equipment firmly secured and is free from any possibility of causing injury or damage. This function turns the appliance on any, rotating devices have clearance from body or object. Appliances will jump of benches if not secured properly.| Caution: This test turns the Device Under Test (DUT) ON. The power / leakage test can handle up to 10 Amp (Resistive) Load MAX. Exceeding this value will blow the external M205 ceramic fuse.
To select the second menu, press and release the Return/Enter button. This menu will display 3 functions: Power Test Leakage Test RCD Test To enter the RCD menu press and release the F3 button. RCD Tests Time Test Ramp Test Exit Press F1 to select the time test. Trip Time Testing: This principal is designed to trip RCD devices at a fixed current and to determine the trip time of the RCD device. This function is factory set to 30mA for fast testing the user can set the current to X0.5, X1.
Performing a Time Test: The displayed trip time is in milliseconds. This is the time taken for the RCD device to trip once the injected fault current has been applied. The TnT+ injects a true fault current value using a real time compensation calculation of the actual voltage at the time of test. Hence delivering a true and accurate trip current no compensation of voltage fluctuations corrections required. Voltage range 200 – 265V ac Timed Test 0 Deg.
RCD Timed Test (continued): Press the F1 key to select the 0 deg test and the F2 key to select the 180 deg test. Use the F1/F2 keys to scroll through the multipliers X0.5 X1.0 X5.0 of the set current. Maximum output current = 500mA. I.E if set test current were 100mA then 100 X 5.0 =500mA. If set test current = 200mA then maximum out put 5 x 200mA =1A is out of range. Unit will n ot deliver this output current and display on Screen “OUT of RANGE”. Press F3 to start test.
TnT-elx Part No: WCM-TNT-elx-15 (15A Plug) Part No: WCM-TNT-elx-20 (20A Plug) Before continuing reading this manual it is expected that you have the previous sections. This includes reading all safety procedures and functionality of the TnT. Certain functions of the TnT-elx including F keys, display LED's & leads are explained in previous chapters. The TnT-elx has the same functioning as a TnT-el, and has the additional feature of allowing the user to test earth leakage loads up to 20 Amps.
TnT+X Part No: WCM-TNT+X-15 (15A Plug) Part No: WCM-TNT+X-20 (20A Plug) Before continuing reading this manual it is expected that you have the previous sections. This includes reading all safety procedures and functionality of the TnT. Certain functions of the TnT+X including F keys, display LEDS & leads are explained in previous chapters. The TnT+X has the same functioning as a TnT+, and has the additional feature of all owing the user to test earth leakage loads up to 20 Amps.
3PL Part No: WCM-TNT-3PL Before continuing reading this manual it is expected that you have read the previous sections. This includes reading all safety procedures and functionality of the TnT. Certain functions of the 3PL including F keys, display LED's & leads are explained i n previous chapters.
Power Up Checking When the 3PL is turned on it will determine the type power source. This is either: - 1 Phase 3 Wire - 3 Phase 4 Wire (No Neutral wire) - 3 Phase 5 Wire (With Neutral wire) If the power source is 3 phase the tester will do an additional phase rotation test. The test will indicate that the phase rotation is correct or incorrect. The 3PL will determine the power source by the plug attached to the mains power supply in 3PL front diagram.
These modes are displayed when the 3PL is first powered on. If a test is not available based on the type of power input then a message will be displayed on the screen. Other 3PL Features: The 3PL contains two fuse holders show in side view diagram. These are used to protect the RCD circuitry of the 3PL. Only replace these fuses with M205 1A ceramic slow blow fuses. Under normal condition these fuse should never have to be replaced. The 3PL uses a thermal fan located on the side of the unit.
Tests Common to 3PL & TnT+ Models Menu 1 Earthed Appliance Test (refer to TnT) Double Insulation Test (refer to TnT) Ext Lead Test (refer to TnT) Menu 2 Power Test (refer to TnT+) Earth Leakage Test (refer to TnT-el) RCD Test (refer to TnT+) TnT Memory Operation Introduction The TnT Memory model has inbuilt flash memory and real time clock. This gives the ability to store up to 5000 records, which can include items from 16 different sites and 6 different users.
Adding New Equipment The following must be done before testing: Create a site or use and existing site. Create a user name to under the users list. If auto generate number are used the initial number must be set correctly. If you are adding equipment to an existing site please make sure that the correct site is displayed. If the wrong site is displayed the equipment will be assigned to the wrong site. When the testers memory has been erased it will look like the following screen.
Edit User X ALP Entering a user is the same process as entering a site, please refer to the Adding a Site steps above, Note: The user name will not appear on the initial screen once selected. Users 1 - 3 Once a user has been entered, the 'F' buttons are used to select the user; for example to select user 1, F1 would be pressed. User 1 User 2 User 3 Auto Generate Barcode Function If required the auto generate barcode number can be set before testing.
Main Menu A Earthed Test D/Insulated Test Ext Lead Test Test Results Earthbond Pass Insulation Pass What Next? Re-Test Cont. If the item passes a visual inspection and pass is selected, testing can begin. Select the correct test based on the appliance type. Once test has completed the results are displayed. To test the item multiple times press (F3) this will take you back to the main menu A screen. From here you can choose a test class. You would use this for example if testing power boards.
Deleting Equipment If for some reason a record needs to be deleted it can be removed from the search barcode screen. This feature removes the whole record and not just the test results. If a record is deleted and replaced it might create a new record when downloaded in WinPATS. This is because the record details didn't match the original ones. Multiple items cannot be deleted at the same time. Site x Search Barcode 0000435 Site x S/Record Del. From the search barcode screen press and hold the enter key.
T&P Flow Chart Options Menu TnT Options Here you can adjust the way the TnT behaves under certain tests and other TnT functions. Some TnT options are not available to some TnT models. Some options are only available to TnT memory units. To access the TnT options menu: From either the Enter barcode screen (memory unit) or the main menu A screen hold down the return button With this button held down press the F2 key .
You should now be in the TnT options screen. The screen displays 1 option at a time. You can select this option by pressing the return button To select the next item press the F2 button Pressing the F3 button . . escapes out of the TnT options menu. If you have a TnT+ M model TnT your menu items will cycle as listed.
Press the key to disable. Press the key to enable. Label Options - Only El Memory & Plus Memory Models Changing the label options changes the way the printer behaves or how the tag is printed. When selecting this option you will be prompted with 3 different options. Enable / Disable, Choosing a label set and modify the due date. Enable / Disable: Selecting this option will enable or disable the tag information being sent to the zebra printer.
Press the key to enable. Press the key to disable. Barcode Options - Only El, Plus & 3PL Memory Models Barcode options refers to modifying the auto generate barcode function. The barcode options can be selected by two ways. Either holding F3 down when on the new barcode screen or by the TnT options menu. Both have the same menu options expect when entering barcode options VIA TnT options. These menu options are: Set the number of digit for barcodes.
Optional Accessories WinPATS LITE Software Part No: WCM-WinPATS Lite WinPATS Base Software WinPATS Base Software Upgrade Symbol Barcode Scanner Part No: WCM-WinPATS Base Part No: WCM-WinPATUP (dependant on specific upgrade) Part No: WCM-1200 Scanner USB 500mm Earth Strap Part No: TnT-ES 500 ZEBRA Tag Printer 3-Phase Adaptor 20A 3-Phase Adaptor 40A 3-Phase Adaptor Multi HBC Fuse Isolation Transformer for RCD testing Part No: WCM-Z2824 Part No: WCM-3Phase-20A Part No: WCM-3Phase-40A Part No: WCM-3Phase
Power Test (for TnT+ model only) Voltage 220 – 270 VAC + < 5% of reading Current 0 -10 A + < 5% of reading (X-Models Only, 0 – 20A) Load current max 10A resistive HBC fuse protected 500Vac (X-Models Only 20A, Thermal overload protected manual reset RCD Test (for TnT+ model only) Trip Current 2 – 500mA + < 5% of value Trip Time 0 – 300 mS + < 1mS Battery powered when testing RCD Display (for TnT, TnT-el & TnT+ models) ___ ____ ____ ________ ______ ______ Backlit Graph
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