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Contents
Introduction
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General introduction
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Unpacking the carton
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LCD display
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Top panels
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Additional controls on the LTW335
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Keypad controls
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Range knob controls
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Connection panel
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Lid open/closure
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Preparations for use
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Preliminary test lead
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Ingress moisture
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General operating instructions
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Backlight operation
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Test leads
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Test lead connection
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Loop testing
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Description of test methods
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No-trip test (all instruments)
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Symbols used during a normal loop test
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High current test (all instruments)
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High resolution test (LTW425 only)
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Performing a loop test
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Non-tripping loop test (NO TRIP)
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No-trip testing using the mains socket test lead
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Phase to Earth loop test
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Phase to Neutral loop test
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No-trip loop testing using the RED/GREEN test lead
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Phase to Earth loop test
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Phase to Neutral and Phase to Phase loop testing
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Earth bonded metalwork testing
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High current loop test
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High current Phase to Neutral loop test
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High current Phase to Phase loop test
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High resolution loop test (LTW425 only)
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Prospective fault current display (PFC)
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PFC measurement
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Possible source of error
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MaxZ (LTW325, LTW335 and LTW425)
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Diriving R1 + R2 (LTW325, LTW335 and LTW425)
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Measuring Zref
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Voltage and frequency measurement
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Phase to Earth and Phase to Neutral voltage and frequency measurement
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Phase to Phase voltage and frequency measurement
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Saving and downloading test results (LTW335 only)
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Storing LOOP test results
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To store a result
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To store subsequent result
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To recall test result
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Downloading results to a PC
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Deleting test results
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SETUP menu
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Setup option selection
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Fused or long test lead length
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Backlight brightness adjust
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Warning and status messages
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Loop test inhibit or premature termination of a loop test
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Replacing batteries and fuses
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Low battery warning symbol
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Procedure to replace batteries
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Fuse blown indicator
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Auto power down
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Preventative maintenance
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Technical specification
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Accessories
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Repair and Warranty
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