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DL9110 / DL9118        

                                           Operating Instructions 

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Figure  4  Voltage,  RCD,  Zs    and  line  impedance  measurement  at  a 
mains outlet 

 

 

Figure  5  Voltage,  RCD,  Zs,  Ze  and  line  impedance  measurement  at  a 
distribution board 

 

Summary of Contents for DL9110

Page 1: ...DL9110 DL9118 Multifunction installation tester Operating Instructions Revision 1 ...

Page 2: ...DL9110 DL9118 Operating Instructions 2 Figure 1 DL9110 DL9118 Overview ...

Page 3: ...DL9110 DL9118 Operating Instructions 3 Figure 2 Earth Continuity Insulation Measurement Figure 3 Voltage measurement using test probes ...

Page 4: ...DL9110 DL9118 Operating Instructions 4 Figure 4 Voltage RCD Zs and line impedance measurement at a mains outlet Figure 5 Voltage RCD Zs Ze and line impedance measurement at a distribution board ...

Page 5: ...DL9110 DL9118 Operating Instructions 5 Figure 6 Phase to phase impedance PSC measurement DL9118 only Figure 7 Phase rotation DL9118 only ...

Page 6: ...y be multiplied or made public in any form or manner either electronically mechanically by photocopying recording or in any manner without prior written consent from DI LOG This also applies to accompanying drawings and diagrams Due to a policy of continuous development DI LOG reserves the right to alter the equipment specification and description outlined in this publication without prior notice ...

Page 7: ...Measurement and Phase Rotation 19 5 7 Single Phase High Current Earth Loop Impedance Line Impedance 19 5 8 Three Phase Line Impedance DL9118 only 21 5 9 Non trip Earth Loop Impedance Line Impedance 22 5 10 Auto RCD Test Sequence 23 5 11 RCD Trip Time Tests 25 5 12 RCD trip current Ramp Tests 27 6 Electrical Specifications 29 6 1 Earth Continuity 29 6 2 Insulation Resistance 29 6 3 Earth Loop Imped...

Page 8: ...d reused Please familiarise yourself with the appropriate local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products Please dispose of this product according to local regulations Do not dispose of this product along with normal waste material The correct disposal of this product will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health ...

Page 9: ...luding Earth Continuity 200mA Insulation Resistance at 250V 500V and 1000V 1000V in DL9118 only Voltage Frequency Phase rotation DL9118 only RCD Trip Time at I n I n and 5xI n RCD Trip current Non trip Zs and PFC measurement on RCD protected circuits High current Ze and PFC on non RCD protected circuits Phase to neutral impedance and PSC Phase to phase impedance and PSC DL9118 only Power socket wi...

Page 10: ... trained personnel The following symbols are used in these operating instructions and on the DL9110 DL9118 Warning of electrical danger Indicates instructions must be followed to avoid danger to persons Important follow the documentation This symbol indicates that the operating instructions must be adhered to in order to avoid danger ...

Page 11: ...sulation resistance measurement Always hold test probes above the hand guards The DL9110 DL9118 and all associated cables and leads must be checked for signs of damage before equipment is operated Prior to any resistance measurement always ensure that the circuit under test is electrically isolated Where safe operation of the DL9110 DL9118 is no longer possible it should be immediately shut down a...

Page 12: ...y case DI LOG mains lead 1 2 M black test lead 1 2 M red test lead 1 2 M green test lead Black crocodile clip Red crocodile clip Green crocodile clip Remote probe with test button DL9118 only MN1500 AA 1 5v Batteries x 6 Spare 1 6A 1000V HRC FF FuseOperating Instruction Manual Calibration certificate 3 2 Optional Accessories 1 6A 1000V HRC FF Fuse Do not open unit no other serviceable parts ...

Page 13: ...ation resistance 1000V DL9118 only c Insulation resistance 500V d Insulation resistance 250V e Continuity 200mA f Off g High current Ze Zs and PSC PFC h Non trip Zs and PFC i Auto RCD sequence j RCD trip time I N k RCD trip time I N l RCD trip time 5I N m RCD trip time ramp test 2 LCD Display 3 Function keys F1 F2 F3 and F4 4 TEST key 5 Test lead input RED 6 Test lead input GREEN 7 Test lead input...

Page 14: ...ly pressing function key F3 cycles through the available options 4 Icons for function key F4 These icons are used to display the available options for the selected test Repeatedly pressing function key F4 cycles through the available options 5 Zs Ze progress indicator 6 RCD test icons These icons display the selected RCD test function 7 RCD status Indicates when the RCD has tripped during an RCD t...

Page 15: ...correct 13 Warning Icons These icons are used to inform the user of the potential of any hazard or warning which may restrict the operation of the DL9110 DL9118 Details are provided in the relevant parts of these operating instructions 14 Fuse warning Indicates if the internal fuse has blown ...

Page 16: ...her TEST button can be used to initiate a measurement 5 4 Continuity Tests Always ensure that the circuit under test is electrically isolated Measurements can be adversely affected by impedances of additional operating circuits connected in parallel or by transient currents If the test probes are connected across a voltage of 30V ac dc then the DL9110 DL9118 will automatically display the voltage ...

Page 17: ...ater than 10 ohms an error beep will indicate that the Lead Zero function has failed and the display icon will not be shown Note For ease of use the DL9118 will store the Lead Zero compensation when switched off and recall this value when next switched on The stored value is only applicable to the test leads used when the compensation measurement was made If the test leads are replaced the Lead Ze...

Page 18: ...00V MΩ DL9118 only test The DL9110 DL9118 will display the Test Lock and battery symbol for 1 second If the Test Lock feature is required it should be activated as described below Functions keys F1 F4 have are used to select the options below F1 F2 F3 F4 Buzzer Test Lock Not used Not used Buzzer F1 When enabled the Buzzer will sound when the continuity measurement is less than or equal to 1Mohm Te...

Page 19: ...o not perform any operations while in Voltage mode When an AC voltage is applied to the test probes the frequency of the measured voltage is shown in the secondary display DL9118 only When a 3 phase voltage is connected to the test probes the voltage between the red and black is displayed in the primary display and the phase sequence icon is shown on the display When the test probes are connected ...

Page 20: ...function press F4 Note If the mains supply is removed with the 4s countdown the loop test will not start Note If the mains power is removed during the loop measurement the test will terminate and the display will show RCD to indicate that power has been removed To begin the test press and release the TEST key or select Auto Start using F4 During the test progress is shown by the rotating progress ...

Page 21: ...ed Not used Not used Auto Start Note When the Ze Zs High switch position is selected the DL9118 will default to the last used setting even if it has been switched off Auto Start F4 When Auto start is activated the AUTO icon is shown on the display Loop measurements will automatically start approximately 4s after the DL9118 is connected to correct mains supply via a mains plug or the test probes Th...

Page 22: ... Impedance test L PE or the Line Impedance test L N Auto Start F4 When Auto start is activated the AUTO icon is shown on the display Loop measurements will automatically start approximately 4s after the DL9110 DL9118 is connected to correct mains supply via a mains plug or the test probes The Auto Start function remains enabled if the switch position is changed or the DL9110 DL9118 is powered off ...

Page 23: ...ed to repeat the test 5 10 Auto RCD Test Sequence The DL9110 DL9118 will only allow the RCD test to be performed if the correct voltages are detected between line earth L PE illuminated line neutral L N illuminated and neutral earth N PE not illuminated Potential fields from other earthing installations large voltages between the protective conductor and earth large voltage between the neutral and...

Page 24: ...otary switch while the DL9118 is counting will terminate the count ac current standard RCD ac current selective RCD dc current standard RCD dc current selective RCD RCL F3 The RCL Recall key is used to recall the results of the last automatic RCD test performed by the DL9110 DL9118 The LCD will update to show all of the relevant parameters for the result displayed Continue to press the F3 key to r...

Page 25: ...times are shown in the primary display The fault voltage is measured and not calculated When the sequence is completed the RCL key F3 is used to recall the measurements 5 11 RCD Trip Time Tests The DL9110 DL9118 will only allow the Earth Loop Impedance test to be performed if the correct voltages are detected between phase neutral PN illuminated phase earth PE illuminated and neutral earth NE not ...

Page 26: ...g angle of the current All RCD tests will start on zero crossing AC DC Selective F2 Function key F2 is used to select the required RCD type AC or DC sensitive combined with standard or selective RCD types Each time the F2 key is pressed the next option is selected During selective tests the DL9110 DL9118 will display a delay timer which counts down from 30s to 0s Pressing the Test key or turning t...

Page 27: ...ed and neutral earth NE not illuminated Leakage currents in the circuit following the residual current protection device may influence the measurement Note The DL9110 DL9118 will determine the fault voltage that may appear on the protective conductor during the test If the fault voltage is greater than 25V the DL9110 DL9118 will indicate 25V on the LCD but the user may proceed with the test If the...

Page 28: ...me the F2 key is pressed the next option is selected During selective tests the DL9110 DL9118 will display a delay timer which counts down from 30s to 0s Pressing the Test key or turning the rotary switch while the DL9110 DL9118 is counting will terminate the count Rated residual operating current I n F4 The test current can be selected by pressing the F4 key 10mA 30mA 100mA 300mA 500mA ...

Page 29: ...t Voltage 1mA 1mA into UN x 1000Ω V Test Current Short Circuit 2mA Display Range 0 01MΩ 199MΩ Measuring Range EN 61557 2 0 05MΩ 199MΩ Resolution 0 01MΩ maximum Accuracy 5 5 digits Test Voltage Indication Accuracy 5 Number of repeat tests as per IEC61557 2 Approx 3000 6 3 Earth Loop Impedance Supply Voltage 195 253V 45Hz 65Hz Nominal Test Current 15mA non trip test 3A high current test Display Rang...

Page 30: ... 253V 45Hz 65Hz Nominal Test Currents 10mA 30mA 100mA 300mA 500mA Test Current Accuracy 0 10 at I n and 5I n 10 0 at I n Trip Time Ranges 0ms 2000ms I n 0ms 300ms I n General 0ms 500ms I n Selective 0ms 40ms 5I n Trip Time Accuracy 5 2 digits Ramp Current Range I n to 1 1 I n Trip Current Measurement Accuracy 10 6 6 Voltage Frequency Measurement Display Range 0V 440V Voltage Measuring Range 0V 440...

Page 31: ...III Pollution degree 2 according to IEC 61010 1 Protective system IP40 according to IEC 60529 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Interference immunity and emitted interference conforming to IEC 61326 1 Operating temperature range of 0 C to 40 C without moisture condensation The DL9110 DL9118 can be stored at any temperature in the range 25 C to 65 C relative humidity up to 90 The batteries should b...

Page 32: ... DL9110 DL9118 Under certain conditions safe operation of the DL9110 DL9118 can no longer be assumed Visible damage of the instrument case Incorrect measurement results Recognisable abuse to the instrument due to prolonged storage under improper conditions Recognisable abuse to the instrument due to extraordinary transportation stress Check the battery compartment for signs of battery electrolyte ...

Page 33: ...the DL9110 DL9118 ensure that it is disconnected from all voltage Electric shock danger Power the unit off by selecting the Off position on the rotary switch Disconnect all the test leads from the unit Position the DL9110 DL9118 face down and release the 4 captive screws in the battery compartment cover Remove the battery compartment cover Remove the discharged batteries from the compartment Fit a...

Page 34: ...e the battery compartment cover Lift one end of the fuse out of the fuse holder with the help of a flat bladed screwdriver Lift the defective fuse completely out of the fuse holder Insert a new fuse as described and specified by the text on the battery compartment cover Ensure that the new fuse is seated and centred in the fuse holder Relocate the battery cover over the battery compartment and fas...

Page 35: ...Mains lead ML9073 Remote Probe RP9118 Carrying Case CC9118 1 6A 1000V HRC FF Fuse For help or advice on Service and Calibration contact Service Department Di Log Test Equipment 28 Wheel Forge Way Trafford Park Manchester M17 1EH Tel 0161 877 0322 Fax 0161 877 1614 email support dilog co uk web dilog co uk ...

Page 36: ...se angle 0o to 18o at the bottom of the measuring range E6 1 System Phase Angle At a system phase angle 0o to 30o at the bottom of the measuring range E6 2 System frequency 99 to 101 of the nominal frequency E7 System voltage 85 to 110 of the nominal voltage E8 Harmonics 5 of 3rd harmonic at 0o phase angle 6 of 5th harmonic at 180o phase angle 5 of 7th harmonic at 0o phase angle E9 DC Quantities A...

Page 37: ...operating range Designation code Intrinsic error Reference conditions A Position Reference position 90o E1 Supply voltage At the limits stated by the manufacturer E2 Temperature 0o C and 40o C E3 Resistance of the probes Within the limits stated by the manufacturer E5 System voltage 85 to 110 of the nominal voltage E8 Operating Error E E E E E 1 15 A B 2 8 2 5 2 3 2 2 2 1 ...

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