3 PERFORMING APPLIANCE & LEAD TESTS
Warning
The HPAT500 and this Instruction Manual are intended
for use by personnel who are adequately trained and
familiar with IET Code of Practice for Portable Appliance
Testing.
3.1 Preliminary Checks and Set Up
Ensure that the appliance under test is NOT
plugged into the mains supply when removing
fuses
.
Appliance Visual and Fuse Checks
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Visually inspect the appliance for any damage.
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Visually inspect the appliance mains lead and mains
plug for any damage.
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Check that the fuse in the mains plug is of the correct
rating (if fitted).
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Check that any accessible fuses on the appliance are
of the correct rating.
u
DO NOT
proceed with electrical testing if any of
the visual or fuse checks fail.
IEC Lead/Extension Lead Visual and Fuse Checks
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Visually inspect the lead and plug for any damage.
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Visually inspect the extension lead socket for any
damage.
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Check that the fuse in the plug is of the correct
rating. (if fitted).
u
DO NOT
proceed with electrical testing if any of
the visual or fuse checks fail.
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