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P R O F E S S I O N A L S T A T I C C O N T R O L P R O D U C T S SureTest® Circuit Analyzer PGT-61-154 SureTest®, Manufactured by Ideal Industries, Sycamore, Illinois USA Operations Manual...
PGT-61-154 SureTest Circuit Analyzer Introduction The SureTest circuit analyzer was designed to troubleshoot branch circuits quickly, easily and accurately. It has a patented technology that allows it to test branch circuits under a full load condition to identify hidden problems behind the wall that will not be found with traditional testing methods.
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PGT-61-154 SureTestCircuit Analyzer WARNING! Do not use on outputs from UPS system, light dimmers or square wave generating equipment. III. Menu Structure The measurements taken by the SureTest Model 61-154 are organized into a simple menu. The first measurement in each menu selection is listed on the face of the unit. To the right of each menu is the unit of measure for the tests performed within that menu.
PGT-61-154 SureTest Circuit Analyzer B. Measurement Icon The measurement icon is located on the right-hand side of the display. The icon consists of the measurement symbol and test to describe which test is being measured. For example, the following icon indicates that the numerical value displayed is the % of voltage drop under a 12-Amp load.
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PGT-61-154 SureTestCircuit Analyzer measurement menu, but only the line voltage and voltage drop measurements are available. In a polarity reversal condition, the SureTest will not be able to take any measurement, so the unit will not be able to access the measurement menu under these conditions.
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PGT-61-154 SureTest Circuit Analyzer E. Line Voltage Measurements There are three tests within the line voltage menu. Measurement Icon Line Voltage Peak Voltage Frequency The line voltage measurement is the first measurement within this menu selection. Pressing the side arrow button (→) moves the unit from measurement to measurement within the line voltage menu.
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PGT-61-154 SureTestCircuit Analyzer Measurement Expected Problem Possible Possible Result Causes Solutions • • Line Voltage 108 – 132 V High/Low line Too much Redistribute voltage load on the load on branch circuit the circuit • • High Locate high resistance resistance connection connection/de...
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PGT-61-154 SureTest Circuit Analyzer Voltage Drop at 20-Amp load The National Electrical Code recommends 5% as the maximum voltage drop for branch circuits for reasonable efficiency (NEC article 210-19. FPN 4). High voltage drop could be an indication of a high resistance connection within the circuit, undersized wire for the load or length or run, or a defective device on the branch circuit.
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PGT-61-154 SureTestCircuit Analyzer ground-neutral voltage may result in inconsistent or intermittent equipment performance. Pressing the down arrow button (↓) moves the unit to the next menu selection – Line Impedance. Troubleshooting Tips Measurement Expected Problem Possible Possible Result Causes Solutions High G-N voltage •...
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PGT-61-154 SureTest Circuit Analyzer H. Line Impedance Measurements There are three tests within the line impedance menu. Measurement Icon Hot Conductor impedance Neutral conductor impedance Ground impedance The line voltage measurement is the first measurement within this menu selection. Pressing the side arrow button (→) moves the unit from measurement to measurement within the line voltage menu.
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PGT-61-154 SureTestCircuit Analyzer Troubleshooting Tips Measurement Expected Problem Possible Possible Result Causes Solutions • • Hot conductor High conductor <0.48Ω/foot of Too much Redistribute impedance impedance 14 gauge wire load on the load on branch circuit the circuit <0.03Ω/foot of •...
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PGT-61-154 SureTest Circuit Analyzer GFCI Testing The SureTest applies 6mA through a fixed resistor to trip the GFCI. A functional GFCI will disconnect the power. The reset button for the GFCI may be at the receptacle or at the panel. NOTE: The SureTest will not allow the GFCI test if a no ground condition exists.
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PGT-61-154 SureTestCircuit Analyzer J. Locating High Resistance Connections Troubleshooting to identify the cause of the high impedance within the electrical system is actually quite simple. First, measure the voltage drop at the furthest receptacle from the panel on the branch circuit under test. If the voltage drop is high, then further investigation is necessary.
PGT-61-154 SureTest Circuit Analyzer Quick Reference Guide Measurement Menu Line Voltage Menu Press → Press → Press → Line Voltage Peak Voltage Frequency Measurement for next Measurement for next Measurements for next test test test Press ↓ to advance to Voltage Drop Menu Voltage Drop Menu Press →...
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PGT-61-154 SureTestCircuit Analyzer or other incidental or consequential damages, expenses, or economic loss, or for any claim or claims for such damage, expenses or economic loss. State laws vary, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
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