Electrical Test Instruments PI-6000
Section IV - Operating Instructions
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9.
Repeatedly jog the INITIATE button, while adjusting the OUTPUT
CONTROL higher, until the circuit breaker trips instantaneously. This is the
approximate pickup point. If insufficient current is obtained at maximum
position of the rheostat, set the OUTPUT TAP control to the next higher
tap, return the rheostat to zero, and continue.
10.
Close breaker under test.
11.
By repeating the test, determine the MINIMUM SETTING of the OUTPUT
CONTROL, at which the breaker under test opens immediately, whenever
the INITIATE button is depressed.
12.
Read and record ammeter reading as instantaneous pick-up of the
breaker.
13.
Repeat the above test for the other poles of the circuit breaker.
14.
Shut down test set, disconnect breaker, and prepare for subsequent
testing or relocation according to steps 18 through 22 in pre-test
installation and setup outlined above.
Instantaneous Trip Time Test
1.
Perform Instantaneous Pickup Test as outlined above.
2.
Adjust controls to obtain current above pickup, at approximate desired
multiple of rating.
3.
Close breaker under test.
4.
Press the INITIATE button. Breaker should trip instantaneously.
5.
Read and record timer and ammeter readings as instantaneous trip time
and current.
6.
Repeat the above test for the other poles of the circuit breaker.
7.
Shut down test set, disconnect breaker, and prepare for subsequent
testing or relocation according to steps 18 through 22 in pre-test
installation and setup outlined above.
