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TnP 3PLM
User Manual
Wavecom
Procedure:
1. Complete a Visual Inspection
2. Plug in the IEC-550 Orange Lead adaptor lead supplied into the IEC socket.
3. Plug male end of extension lead or power board into the Three Phase Test Socket.
4. Connect the IEC-550 Orange lead to your extension lead or power board. If testing a device with multiple
sockets, ensure you repeat this test for each socket.
5. Navigate to Main Menu C, then Press the F2 key to begin the test
6. Once the test is complete you can record the result, then unplug and tag the appliance.
If the result was a
PASS
- Tag with PASS tag showing “next test due” date and return the device to service.
If the result was a
FAIL
- Tag with a DANGER tag and remove the device from service.
Three Phase Leakage Test - Menu C – F3
The Leakage Test is an alternate method to perform insulation resistance tests. Leakage testing is a major
function of the 3PLM - Series
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. The 3PLM - Series appliance testers have been designed to perform these tests.
The Leakage Test applies power to the Device Under Test and measures any imbalance or leakage current. The
leakage is tested to the limits of the class types specified in the Standard AS/NZS 3760 i.e. Class 1 = > 5mA as
Fail.
The Limit of imbalance measured on the 3PLM appliance tester will read well in excess of the limits set in mA.
However, should the supply circuit be protected by an RCD this device will trip anywhere between 10 to 30mA
and trip the mains supply switch OFF.
Procedure:
1. Complete a Visual Inspection
2. Plug device into the Three Phase Test Socket
3. Connect earth clip to any exposed metal on the device. If this is not possible, you can use a metal mesh
braid to establish an earth connection (sold separately)
4. Navigate to Main Menu C, then Press the F3 to open the 3 Phase Leakage Test Sub-Menu.
5. You will see two options: Neutral (5 Pin) or No Neutral (4 Pin) - select the relevant test depending on the
appliance you are testing.
F2 = Neutral (5 Pin)
F3 = No Neutral (4 Pin)
6. A warning will be displayed on screen - ensure the appliance is safely located, then press F3 to power the
appliance and continue the leakage test. You can press the Enter button at any time to stop the test in an
emergency.
7. The device will be powered and the tests conducted.
8. Your results will appear on the screen - you can now record the result, then unplug and tag the appliance.
If the result was a
PASS
- Tag with PASS tag showing “next test due” date and return the device to service.
If the result was a
FAIL
- Tag with a DANGER tag and remove the device from service.