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Page 1: Operating Manual
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester TG basic 1 Appliance tester for testing protective measures in accordance with DIN VDE 0701-0702 (DIN EN 62638) Operating manual (Version 1.00.15 or higher) Gilgen, Müller & Weigert... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Table of contents Page Safety information Introduction Safety instructions Appropriate usage Operating elements Starting up 6.1. Initial equipping or battery replacement 6.2. Switching the tester on and off Selecting the measuring sequences, options Explanation of terminology 7.1. -
Page 3: Safety Information
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 1. Safety information Tests on the electrical safety of electrical appliances may only be carried out by qualified electricians or under their supervision. Carefully read through the following safety information before starting up the TG Basic appliance tester. -
Page 4: Introduction
The product was calibrated during the manufacturing process in accordance with the specified operating procedures. The TG basic 1 appliance tester, hereafter referred to as the tester, has been developed for carrying out the following measurements for testing the safety of electrical appliances in... -
Page 5: Safety Instructions
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 3. Safety instructions The appliance tester was constructed and tested in accordance with the applicable safety regulations and left the factory in a faultless safety condition. In order to maintain this condition and ensure safe operation, the user must observe the instructions and warnings contained in this operating manual. -
Page 6: Appropriate Usage
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 4. Appropriate usage The tester may only be used under the conditions and for the purposes for which it has been designed. It is particularly important to observe the safety instructions and the technical data regarding ambient conditions and usage in a dry environment. -
Page 7: Operating Elements
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 5. Operating elements Explanation of the appliance tester’s connections, operating elements and displays. In-case socket for IEC appliances, for testing connection and extension cables/ measuring the mains voltage at a protective earth mains socket. -
Page 8: Starting Up
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Starting up 6.1. Initial equipping or battery replacement The tester is operated using 6 x 1.5 V type AA batteries (IEC LR6) or six type AA rechargeable batteries. The six batteries supplied must be inserted into the tester before starting the device. - Page 9 Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester „OFF“ switch position: Turning the rotary switch to the „OFF“ position switches off the device. Turn the rotary switch to the „ON“ position to switch on the tester. The device performs a self-test. If the device is OK, the...
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Page 10: Language Selection
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Select the required menu item (shown inversely) by pressing the „Start“ button (< 2 s). By pressing the ‘Start’ button (> 2 s), the item is confirmed. The corresponding submenu will be displayed. - Page 11 Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Valid for protection Valid for cable test Valid for protection class I and cable test After selecting the validity by briefly pressing the „Start“ button (< 2 s), the desired selection is confirmed by pressing the „Start“...
- Page 12 Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester After the switch-on message has been displayed, the desired operating mode PC I, PC II or cable test can be selected. The „Measuring sequence“ window is displayed depending on the setting of the rotary switch.
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Page 13: Explanation Of Terminology
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Explanation of terminology 7.1. Protection class I (PC I) The active parts of the device are protected against direct touching by the basic insulation. Through connection of the touchable conductive housing parts to... -
Page 14: Substitute Leakage Current (I )
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 7.6. Substitute leakage current (I Current that would flow through the interconnected active conductors of the device (test object) and the protective conductor or the touchable conductive parts at rated voltage and rated frequency of the device. -
Page 15: Conducting Tests In Accordance With Din Vde 0701-0702 Definition Of Standards
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Conducting tests in accordance with DIN VDE 0701-0702 Definition of standards The sequence of tests is specified in the standard. 8.1. Visual inspection The test objects are inspected for externally visible defects. -
Page 16: Measuring The Substitute Leakage Current For Devices Of Protection Class I
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Measuring principle circuit Insulation resistance PC I PC II Appliance tester ´Probe´ ´Probe´ socket socket Test socket Test socket Test line Test line Test object 8.4. Measuring the substitute leakage current for devices of... -
Page 17: Measuring The Substitute Leakage Current For Devices Of Protection Class
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 8.5. Measuring the substitute leakage current for devices of protection class II The substitute leakage current procedure is an alternative method for measuring the touch current. The limit value is 0.25 mA. -
Page 18: Test Procedures
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Test procedures 9.1. Testing devices of protection class I Rotary switch position: Test object connection: The test procedure occurs automatically in the sequence specified below: - Protective conductor resistance - Insulation resistance - Substitute leakage current Please note: The test object must be switched on. - Page 19 Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester At the start of measuring, the tester checks to see if the measuring current is greater than 200 mA. If this is not the case, the test is aborted. This can occur for the following reasons:...
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Page 20: Measuring The Insulation Resistance
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester When performing the protective conductor resistance measurement, the automatic test sequence can also be switched to a permanent measurement (max. 3 min). When the tester is in the normal measuring mode, pressing the „START“... -
Page 21: Measuring The Substitute Leakage Current
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 9.1.3. Measuring the substitute leakage current The substitute leakage current is measured automatically. Switching to permanent measurement is not possible. Exceeding of the limit value is indicated as follows: - The momentary measurement value blinks - An audio signal is emitted 9.1.4. -
Page 22: Testing Devices Of Protection Class
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 9.2. Testing devices of protection class II - Testing devices without a protective conductor and with touchable conductive parts - Testing devices with a protective conductor and with touchable conductive parts that are not connected to the... -
Page 23: Test Assessment
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 9.2.3. Test assessment The measurements and their assessments („X“ or „ “) are displayed here. The status bar displays „Test PASS“ or „Test FAIL“ depending on the result. Briefly pressing the „START“ button will repeat the test or perform a new test if a new test object has been connected. -
Page 24: Protective Conductor Resistance
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 9.3.1. Protective conductor resistance The same statements apply as in point 9.1.1. 9.3.2. Insulation resistance The same statements apply as in point 9.1.2. 9.3.3. Cable test This test provides an additional function that is not part of the DIN VDE 0701-0702 standard. - Page 25 Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester only by version: - Great Britain - Switzerland; - Czech - France - Poland L & N swapped Briefly pressing the „START“ button will repeat the test or perform a new test if a new test object has been connected. Pressing the „START“...
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Page 26: Measuring The Voltage At An External Earthed Mains Socket
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 9.4. Measuring the voltage at an external earthed mains socket The test allows checking of the voltage potentials between the → → → → → N, L PE and N PE terminals. The L... -
Page 27: Checking The Battery Voltage
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester 10. Checking the battery voltage Before each measurement, the tester automatically checks that the charge level of the batteries is sufficient for correct execution of the respective measurement. If this is not the case, the following information is displayed: In this case the tester must be switched off and the batteries replaced as described in point 6.1. -
Page 28: Technical Data
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Measuring the voltage at an external earthed mains socket Measuring range: 50…270 V AC Display range: 50...270 V AC Resolution: ± ± ± ± ± 5 % Tolerance: General technical data: Power supply: 6 x 1.5 V batteries... - Page 29 Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Gilgen, Müller & Weigert...
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Page 30: Manufacturer's Guarantee Conditions
Operating manual for the TG basic 1 appliance tester Manufacturer’s guarantee conditions The TG basic 1 appliance tester is subject to a strict quality inspection. Nevertheless, we grant a 24-month manufacturer’s guarantee in the case of malfunctions during normal daily usage.