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TnP 3PLM
User Manual
Wavecom
Caution
: Before operating ensure the equipment is firmly secured to eliminate the possibility of causing injury
or damage. This function will power the appliance on, and in the case of appliance with movable parts these
parts may begin to move. Ensure the appliance can power on safely before proceeding.
Procedure:
1. Complete a Visual Inspection. For details refer to the First Test section. If the device passed the Visual
Inspection, continue with the following instructions, if not, refer to the First Test section
2. Ensure that the appliance is safely located and secure as it will be powered and operational during this
test.
3. Plug the appliance into the Appliance Test Socket of the TnP 3PLM
4. If testing a Class 1 Appliance, plug the IEC Clamp Cable into the IEC socket of the TnP 3PLM, then clamp it
onto earthed metal on the appliance
5. If testing an RCD, plug the IEC-550 Orange Cable into the IEC socket of the TnP 3PLM, then plug it into a
socket on your RCD and turn that switch on
6. Navigate to Main Menu B, then press F2 to enter the Leakage Test Menu
7. Press a function key to start the test
F1 = Earth Leakage, limit set to MAX then 5mA fail
F2 = Double Insulated Leakage and Extension Leads, limit set to MAX then 5mA fail
F3 = RCD Leakage (not a full RCD Trip Time or Ramp Test)
8. The TnP 3PLM will conduct the first part of the test without powering the appliance
9. 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
10. 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 the appropriate tag including “next test due” date and “return to service”
If the result was a
FAIL
- Tag with a DANGER TAG and remove from service.
