5.3 Tests, R
PE
measurement
5.3.1 Description
The second test to perform is the R
PE
test. In this test a continuity test is performed between the ground / earth pin on
the charger socket and the 4 mm socket on the bottom of the instruments handle. This test is used on chargers that
have exposed metalwork to check it is connected to the ground / earth pin on the charging socket / plug.
Fig 2:
Pass screen
Fail screen
NOTE:
If there is no exposed metalwork on the charger or the charger is marked with the double insulation symbol
this test is not required.
WARNING: Ensure a PE touch test to check the integrity of the EVSE PE terminal before conducting the
RPE test.
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