Beha-Amprobe PROINSTALL-75-UK User Manual

Beha-Amprobe PROINSTALL-75-UK User Manual

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  • Page 1 Multifunction Installation Tester ProInstall-75 User Manual...
  • Page 3 Multifunction Installation Tester ProInstall-75 User Manual 5/2019, Rev C ©2019 Beha-Amprobe. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on the behalf of Beha-Amprobe. To obtain service during the warranty period, return the product with proof of purchase to an authorized Beha-Amprobe Service Center or to an Beha-Amprobe dealer or distributor.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ProInstall-75 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......................3 SYMBOLS ........................3 SAFETY INFORMATION ....................4 UNPACKING THE TESTER ....................5 OPERATING THE TESTER .....................5 Using the Rotary Switch ......................5 Understanding the Pushbuttons ................... 5 Understanding the Display ....................7 Input Terminals ........................9 Error Codes ..........................9 Power-On Options .........................
  • Page 6 ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENT SPECIFICATIONS ............25 Insulation Resistance (R ) ....................25 Continuity (R ) ........................26 Loop Tests (Z ) ........................26 RCD/FI Tests ( T, I N) ......................27 AC Voltage Measurement (V) ....................28 Continuity Testing (R ) ......................28 Insulation Resistance Measurement (R ) ................
  • Page 7: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION The Beha-Amprobe Model ProInstall-75 is a battery powered multifunction installation tester. This tester is designed to measure and test the following: • Voltage and Frequency • Insulation Resistance (EN61557-2) • Continuity (EN61557-4) • Loop/Line Resistance (EN61557-3) • Residual Current Devices (RCD) Tripping Time (EN61557-6) •...
  • Page 8: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION A Warning identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause bodily harm or death. A Caution identifies conditions and actions that could damage the installation tester or cause permanent loss of data. W Warnings: Read Before Using To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury: •...
  • Page 9: Unpacking The Tester

    UNPACKING AND INSPECTION Your shipping carton should include: • ProInstall-75 • Test lead set • ProInstall-TL-UK (LC38 AMP-MFT, mains test cord) • Alligator clips • Test probe • ProInstall-TL-KIT (Remote test probe and probe tips) • ProInstall-CC (Soft case with carrying strap) •...
  • Page 10 Number Measurement Function Starts the selected test. The TEST key is surrounded by a “touch pad”. The touch pad measures the potential between the operator and the tester’s PE terminal. If you exceed a 100 V threshold, the W symbol above the touch pad is illuminated. Set RCD variable trip current.
  • Page 11: Understanding The Display

    Understanding the Display Number Description Configuration options. Settings you can make within the measurement functions. For example, in the RCD Tripping Time function ( T) you can press F2 to multiply the test current by x1/2, x1, x5 and you can press F3 to select the type of RCD you are testing.
  • Page 12 Indicates the preset fault voltage limit. The default setting is 50 V. Some locations require the fault voltage be set to 25 V, as specified by local electrical codes. Press F4 when you turn on the tester to toggle the fault voltage between 25 V and 50 V.
  • Page 13: Input Terminals

    Figure 1. Error Display Error Condition Code Solution Self-test Fails Return the tester to your distributor or Beha-Amprobe. Over-temp Wait while the tester cools down. Check the installation, in particular, the voltage Fault Voltage between N and PE.
  • Page 14: Power-On Options

    Power-On Options To select a power-on option, press and the function key simultaneously and then release button. Power-on options are retained when the tester is turned OFF. See Table below. UK - Mode Selected Automatic Lead Swapping Mode Selected Figure 2. Lead Swapping Modes Keys Power-on Options Loop/Line Impedance I...
  • Page 15: Making Measurements

    MAKING MEASUREMENTS Measuring Volts and Frequency Figure 3. Volts Display/Switch and Terminal Settings To measure voltage and frequency: 1. Turn the rotary switch to the V position. 2. Use two (red and blue) terminals for this test. You can use test leads or mains cord when measuring AC voltage.
  • Page 16: Measuring Continuity

    4. Press and hold until the reading settles. Note: Testing is inhibited if voltage is detected in the line. • The primary (upper) display shows the insulation resistance. • The secondary (lower) display shows the actual test voltage. Note: For normal insulation with high resistance, the actual test voltage (UN) should always be equal to or higher than the programmed voltage.
  • Page 17: Measuring Loop/Line Impedance

    Measuring Loop/Line Impedance Figure 6. Loop/Line Impedance/Switch and Terminal Settings Loop Impedance (Line to Protective Earth L-PE) Loop impedance is source impedance measured between Line (L) and Protective Earth (PE). You can also ascertain the Prospective Earth Fault Current (PEFC) that is the current that could potentially flow if the phase conductor is shorted to the protective earth conductor.
  • Page 18: Earth Resistance Testing By Loop Method

    off so it is unnecessary to repeat the operation each time you use the tester with the same test leads or mains cord. Note: Be sure the batteries are in good charge condition before you zero the test leads. 5. Connect all three leads to the L, PE, and N of the system under test or plug the mains cord into the socket under test.
  • Page 19: Line Impedance

    N (Blue) PE (Green) L (Red) Figure 8. 3-Wire Connection for Earth Resistance Loop Test To measure earth resistance using the loop test no trip mode: 1. Turn the rotary switch to the position 2. Press  to select L-PE. 3.
  • Page 20: Measuring Rcd Tripping Time

    To measure line impedance: 1. Turn the rotary switch to the position. The LCD indicates that the high current loop mode is selected by displaying the symbol. 2. Connect the red lead to the L (red) and the blue lead to the N (blue) terminals of the tester. 3.
  • Page 21 In this test, a calibrated fault current is induced into the circuit, causing the RCD to trip. The meter measures and displays the time required for the RCD to trip. You can perform this test with test leads or using the mains cord. The test is performed with a live circuit. You can also use the tester to perform the RCD tripping time test in Auto mode, which makes it easier for one person to perform the test.
  • Page 22 To measure RCD tripping time for a custom RCD setting – VAR mode: 1. Turn the rotary switch to the position. 2. Press  to select the VAR current rating. The current custom setting shows on the  primary display. Use the arrow keys to adjust the value.
  • Page 23: Measuring Rcd Tripping Current

    Measuring RCD Tripping Current Figure 12. RCD Tripping Current/Switch and Terminal Settings This test measures the RCD tripping current by applying a test current and then gradually increasing the current until the RCD trips. You can use the test leads or mains cord for this test.
  • Page 24: Rcd Testing In It Systems

    5. Press and release . Wait for the test to complete. • The primary (upper) display shows the RCD trip current. • If the trip current is according to the appropriate standard of the RCD, the RCD indicator displays. For more information, see Maximum Trip Time Table on page 31. To measure RCD tripping current for a custom RCD setting - VAR mode: 1.
  • Page 25: Maintaining The Tester

    Use the connection shown in Figure 15 for a phase sequence test connection. N (L3/Blue) PE (L2/Green) L (L1/Red) Figure 15. Phase Sequence Test Connection To perform a phase sequence test: 1. Turn the rotary switch to the position. 2. The primary (upper) display shows: •...
  • Page 26 WWarning To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, remove the test leads and any input signals before replacing the battery. To prevent damage or injury, install ONLY specified replacement fuses with the amperage, voltage, and speed ratings shown in the General Specifications section of this manual.
  • Page 27: Testing The Fuse

    2. Short the leads and press and hold 3. If the fuse is bad, FUSE or Err1 will appear on the display to indicate the tester is damaged and needs repair. Contact Beha-Amprobe Service for repair (see Contacting Beha-Amprobe). DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS...
  • Page 28: General Specifications

    General Specifications Specification Characteristic Size 10 cm (L) x 25 cm (W) x 12.5 cm (H) Weight (with batteries) 1.3 kg Battery size, quantity Type AA, 6 ea. Battery type Alkaline supplied. Usable with 1.2 V NiCd or NiMH batteries (not supplied) Battery life (typical) 200 hours idling Fuse...
  • Page 29: Electrical Measurement Specifications

    ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENT SPECIFICATIONS The accuracy specification is defined as ±(% reading +digit counts) at 23 °C ±5 °C, ≤80 % RH. Between -10 °C and 18 °C and between 28 °C and 40 °C, accuracy specifications may degrade by 0,1 x (accuracy specification) per °C. The following tables can be used for the determination of maximum or minimum display values considering maximum instrument operating uncertainty per EN61557-1, 5.2.4.
  • Page 30: Continuity (Rlo )

    Continuity (R Limit Value Maximum Display Limit Value Maximum Display Value Value 0.16 2.68 0.25 3.58 0.34 4.48 0.43 5.38 0.52 6.28 0.61 7.18 8.08 0.79 8.98 0.88 17.98 1.78 26.8 Loop Tests (Z Loop Z Loop Z Loop Z Loop R Hi Current No Trip...
  • Page 31: Rcd/Fi Tests ( P T, I P N)

    Loop Tests (Z ) (cont.) 1000 1000 RCD/FI Tests (ΔT, IΔN) RCD/FI Time RCD/FI Current Limit Value Maximum Display Value Limit Value Maximum Display Value 18.1 0.43 27.1 0.52 36.1 0.61 45.1 54.1 0.79 63.1 0.88 72.1 1.78 81.1 2.68 90.1 3.58 180.1...
  • Page 32: Ac Voltage Measurement (V)

    AC Voltage Measurement (V) Range Resolution Accuracy Input Impedance Overload 50 Hz – 60 Hz Protection 500 V 0.1 V 0.8 % + 3 digits 3.3 MΩ 660 V rms Continuity Testing (R Range Resolution Open Circuit Voltage Accuracy (Autoranging) 20 Ω...
  • Page 33: Loop/Line Impedance: No Trip And Hi Current Modes

    Auto Discharge Discharge time constant <0.5 second for C = 1 μF or less. Live Circuit Detection Inhibits test if terminal voltage >30 V prior to initiation of test. Maximum Capacitive Load Operable with up the 5 μF load. Loop/Line Impedance: No Trip and Hi Current Modes Mains Input Voltage Range 100 - 500 V ac (50/60 Hz) Input Connection...
  • Page 34: Rcd Testing

    RCD TESTING RCD Types Tested RCD Type √ √ √ √ Note: [1] AC – Responds to ac [2] G – General, no delay [3] S – Time delay [4] A – Responds to pulsed signal [5] RCD test inhibited for V >265 ac RCD tests permitted only if the selected current, multiplied by earthing resistance, is <50V.
  • Page 35: Maximum Trip Time

    Measurement Range Current *RCD Type Trip Time Accuracy Multiplier Europe X ½ 310 ms 2000 ms ± (1% Reading + 1ms) X ½ 510 ms 2000 ms ± (1% Reading + 1ms) 310 ms 310 ms ± (1% Reading + 1ms) 510 ms 510 ms ±...
  • Page 36: Mains Wiring Test

    MAINS WIRING TEST Icons ( ) indicate if L-PE or L-N terminals are reversed. Instrument operation is inhibited and an error code is generated if the input voltage is not between 100 V and 500 V. The UK Loop and RCD tests are inhibited if the L-PE or the L-N terminals are reversed. OPERATING RANGES AND UNCERTAINTIES PER EN 61557 EN 61557 Display...
  • Page 37 Operating Uncertainties per EN 61557 The Operating Uncertainty shows the maximum possible uncertainty when all influence factors E1-E10 are counted. Intrinsic 0.80 % 1.50 % 10.00 % 6.00 % 1.00 % 5.00 % Uncertainty A Influence Quantity E1 - Position 0.00 % 0.00 % 0.00 %...
  • Page 38 Visit beha-amprobe.com for • Catalog • Application notes • Product specifications • User manuals Beha-Amprobe ® In den Engematten 14 79286 Glottertal, Germany Phone: +49 (0) 7684 8009 - 0 beha-amprobe.de Beha-Amprobe ® 52 Hurricane Way Norwich, Norfolk NR6 6JB United Kingdom Phone: +44 (0) 1603 25 6662 beha-amprobe.com...

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