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This adapter can also be used to test GFCI receptacles on 2-wire circuits.  Connect the alligator
clip on the adapter to a ground, such as a metal water or gas pipe prior to testing the GFCI.

#61-176 Isolated Ground Adapter

This adapter allows the operator to verify that a receptacle is completely isolated from the
system ground that is bonded to other devices on the branch circuit.  Test the ground
impedance of the receptacle and record the ohms value. (See the section on Line
Impedance Testing for details on obtaining the ground impedance value).  Remove the
SureTest and plug it into the isolated ground adapter.  Attach the alligator clip to the center
receptacle screw or metal junction box, and re-insert the SureTest into the receptacle and
record the ohms value.

The isolated ground adapter creates a parallel pathway to ground, which results in a lower
ground impedance reading with the adapter versus with the receptacle with the isolated
ground.  If the two readings are the same, then the receptacle does not have an isolated
ground.  If the reading taken with the isolated ground adapter is lower, then the receptacle
has an isolated ground. 

Maintenance

Clean case with a damp cloth and mild detergent.  Do not use abrasives or solvents.

Service and Replacement Parts:

This unit has no user-serviceable parts.  To inquiry about service information, call Technical
Support at 877 201-9005 or visit our website at www.testersandmeters.com.  
Repair address is:

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
Attention:  Repair Dept.
1000 Park Ave.
Sycamore, IL 60178  

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Troubleshooting Tips

Measurement

Expected

Problem

Possible

Possible

Result

Causes

Solutions

Check wiring and re- 

wire device according

to manufacturer’s

instructions.

AFCI defective.

Replace AFCI.

High source of 

Check for 

line impedance 

high voltage

or resistance. 

drop.

Re-wire circuit

per AFCI

manufacturer’s

Instructions.

Optional Accessories

#61-183 Alligator Clip Adapter

This adapter allows the SureTest to analyze non-outlet based circuits for branch circuit 
safety and performance.  Simply plug the alligator clip adapter into the IEC connection on
the front of the SureTest.  Then, properly connect the hot (black), neutral (white) and ground
(green) alligator clips onto the circuit.  Correct test results are dependent on making good
connections with the alligator clips onto the circuit.

WARNING: 

The SureTest is designed for 120/240VAC circuits only. Do not 

exceed the rating of the SureTest with this adapter.  

This adapter also allows the operator to use the SureTest (#61-165 only) to verify AFCI 
protection on non-outlet based circuits in bedrooms, such as on circuits used for lighting,
ceiling fans, and smoke detectors.  

#61-175 Ground Continuity Adapter

This adapter allows the operator to verify that a cabinet or equipment chassis has been
properly bonded to the system ground.  Plugging the SureTest into the ground continuity
adapter isolates the SureTest from the electrical ground.  If the equipment is properly
grounded, then connecting the alligator clip from the ground continuity adapter to the cabi-
net or equipment chassis should provide a pathway to ground, and consequently a normal
wiring condition on the SureTest.

After the ground continuity adapter has been connected, the SureTest can be used to mea-
sure the ground impedance of the cabinet or equipment chassis back to the panel.  See the
section on Line Impedance Measurements for test instructions for ground impedance.

AFCI Test

AFCI installed

incorrectly.

Shared neutral

exists.

Shared Neutral

Test

AFCI does

not trip

AFCI does

trip.

AFCI trips

AFCI does

not trip.

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Страница 1: ...circuit interrupter AFCI devices to ensure that AFCI breakers protecting the circuit have been installed correctly This test dis rupts the electrical supply if a functional AFCI is present This tool...

Страница 2: ...vi gate through the submenu use the side arrow button The Amperage A menu displays the Estimated Load on Line ELL in real time and holds the maximum amperage in the upper right of the display The main...

Страница 3: ...e current on the branch circuit If a voltage drop reading changes significantly from one receptacle to the next then the problem is a high impedance point at or between two receptacles It is usually l...

Страница 4: ...main menu The GFCI symbol in the display should be highlighted as the default test Press the side arrow button to highlight the EPD symbol Then press the GFCI button to activate the test The actual c...

Страница 5: ...ed The AFCI device should trip causing the display to blank out with the loss of power If the AFCI fails to trip the SureTest will not lose power and the display shows a dimly lit GFCI Test GFCI trips...

Страница 6: ...defective Replace AFCI High source of Check for line impedance high voltage or resistance drop Re wire circuit per AFCI manufacturer s Instructions Optional Accessories 61 183 Alligator Clip Adapter T...

Страница 7: ...Instrument has been evaluated and complies with insulation category III overvoltage cate gory III Pollution degree 2 in accordance with IEC 644 Indoor use Measurement Specifications All specifications...

Страница 8: ...product including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the above The manufacturer shall not be liable for loss of use of the ins...

Страница 9: ...ncionamiento de los equipos Los riesgos personales de descarga el ctrica se originan en conexiones a tierra incorrectas tierras falsas y o ausencia de protecci n contra fallas de tierra Los incendios...

Страница 10: ...tando estas rutinas Para evitar este problema mantenga oprimido el bot n del teclado cada vez hasta que cambie el men Las mediciones tomadas por el SureTest se dividen en cinco men s principales que s...

Страница 11: ...60 Hz La tensi n pico debe ser 1 414 veces la tensi n eficaz de l nea en el caso de una onda senoidal limpia La tensi n de tierra a neutro debe ser inferior a 2 VCA En un circuito monof sico una tensi...

Страница 12: ...rceptible a medida que uno se acerca al primer dispositivo del circuito significa que el problema est entre el primer dispositivo y el tablero Verifique visualmente las ter minaciones del primer dispo...

Страница 13: ...posibles posibles Prueba de disyuntores GFCI Para probar el dispositivo GFCI SureTest crea un desequilibrio entre los conductores vivo y neutro haciendo circular una peque a corriente de fuga del viv...

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Страница 23: ...de l adaptateur de continuit de terre l armoire ou au ch ssis de mat riel doit assurer un chemin la terre et en cons quence un tat de c blage normal sur le SureTest Une fois l adaptateur de continuit...

Страница 24: ...p cifiques et il est possible que vous b n ficiiez galement d autres droits lesquels varient d tat tat La garantie se limite exclusivement la r paration ou au remplacement il n est accord aucune garan...

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