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DL9120
DL9130EV
Multifunction
installation tester
Operating Instructions
Revision 1.2

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  • Page 1 DL9120 DL9130EV Multifunction installation tester Operating Instructions Revision 1.2...
  • Page 2 DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions Figure 1 DL9120 / DL9130EV Overview - 2 -...
  • Page 3 DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions Figure 2 Earth Continuity/Insulation Measurement Figure 3 Voltage measurement using test probes - 3 -...
  • Page 4 DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions Figure 4 Voltage, RCD, Zs and line impedance measurement at a mains outlet Figure 5 Voltage, RCD, Zs, Ze and line impedance measurement at a distribution board - 4 -...
  • Page 5 DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions Figure 6 Phase to phase impedance/PSC measurement (DL9130EV only) Figure 7 Phase rotation (DL9130EV only) - 5 -...

  • Page 6: Limited Warranty & Limitation Of Liability

    DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability DI-LOG Test Equipment guarantees this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 2 years. The period of warranty will be effective from the date of purchase.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    6.7 Voltage/Frequency Measurement ..........37 7 Environmental Conditions ..............38 8 Maintenance ..................39 8.1 Preparing to work on the DL9120 / DL9130EV......39 8.2 Securing the DL9120 / DL9130EV ..........39 8.3 Cleaning ................... 39 8.4 Battery Replacement ..............40 8.6 Service and Calibration.
  • Page 8 DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions Disposal of Old Product This product has been designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused. Please familiarise yourself with the appropriate local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions Introduction The DL9120 / DL9130EV is a handheld, battery powered, multi-function electrical installation test instrument capable performing comprehensive range of tests, including: Earth Continuity @ 200mA Earth Continuity @ 15mA (DL9130EV only) Insulation Resistance at 250V, 500V and 1000V...

  • Page 10: User Notes

    DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions 1 User Notes This instrument and its operating instructions are intended for use by trained personnel. The following symbols are used in these operating instructions and on the DL9120 / DL9130EV. Warning of electrical danger! Indicates instructions must be followed to avoid danger to persons.

  • Page 11: Safety Notes

    Prior to any resistance measurement, always ensure that the circuit under test is electrically isolated. Where safe operation of the DL9120 / DL9130EV is no longer possible it should be immediately shut down and secured to prevent accidental operation.

  • Page 12: Accessories

    DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions 3 Accessories 3.1 Standard Accessories The DL9120 / DL9130EV is supplied with the following items: DL9120 or DL9130EV unit Padded neck strap Professional carry case DI-LOG mains lead 1.2 M blue test lead 1.2 M red test lead 1.2 M green test lead...

  • Page 13: Unit Description

    DL9120 / DL9103EV. Note: The DL9120 / DL9130EV will power off if it is inactive for a period of time. In order to re-power the DL9120 / DL9130EV you must rotate the Rotary Switch to off then rotate the Rotary Switch to the required test position.

  • Page 14: Lcd Display

    DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions 4.2 LCD display 1. Icons for function key F1. These icons are used to display the available options for the selected test. Repeatedly pressing function key F1 cycles through the available options. 2. Icons for function key F2. These icons are used to display the available options for the selected test.
  • Page 15 13. Warning Icons. These icons are used to inform the user of the potential of any hazard or warning which may restrict the operation of the DL9120 / DL9130EV. Details are provided in the relevant parts of these operating instructions.

  • Page 16: Using The Dl9120 / Dl9130Ev

    5 Using the DL9120 / DL9130EV 5.1 Power On To turn the DL9120 / DL9130EV on, simply rotate the rotary switch to the required test position, the DL9120 / DL9130EV will display the battery voltage for a short period of time.

  • Page 17: Continuity Tests

    Rotate the rotary switch until the Continuity test is selected. When the continuity test is selected, the DL9120 / DL9130EV will display the user selectable test options for a short period of time; Buzzer, R max, Lead Zero and 15/200mA (15mA DL9130EV only). If the Buzzer or Lead Zero was previously enabled, then the icon will remain on the display when the continuity test is selected.

  • Page 18: Insulation Resistance Tests

    Lead Zero function has failed, and the display icon will not be shown. Note: For ease of use, the DL9120 / DL9130EV will store the Lead Zero compensation when switched off and recall this value when next switched on. The stored value is only applicable to the test leads used when the compensation measurement was made.
  • Page 19 1Mohm. Test Lock (F3) The Test Lock is used to ‘lock’ the DL9120 / DL9130EV in a continuous measurement mode, with a single press of the TEST key. When Test Lock is enabled, the LCD shows the padlock icon. When Test Lock is active the TEST key is locked until the option is disabled or the rotary switch is moved to another position.

  • Page 20: Voltage Measurement And Phase Rotation

    Not Used Not Used Not used Rotate the rotary switch until the V test is selected. The DL9120 / DL9130EV will automatically measure any voltage present on the test probes. The TEST key is not required. The function keys do not perform any operations while in Voltage mode.
  • Page 21 Auto Start select The DL9120 / DL9130EV is capable of performing both 2 wire and 3 wire High Current Loop / Line Impedance tests on single phase installations. In order to perform 2 wire tests the correct connection setting (F1) must match the 2 wire connection being made.

  • Page 22: Three Phase Line Impedance

    / DL9130EV is connected to the correct mains supply via a mains plug or the test probes. The Auto Start function remains enabled if the switch position is changed or the DL9120 / DL9130EV is powered off. To disable the Auto Start function press F4.

  • Page 23: Non Trip Earth Loop Impedance / Line Impedance

    / DL9130EV is connected to correct mains supply via a mains plug or the test probes. The Auto Start function remains enabled if the switch position is changed or the DL9120 / DL9130EV is powered off. To disable the Z Auto Start function press F4.
  • Page 24 / DL9130EV is connected to the correct mains supply via a mains plug or the test probes. The Z Auto Start function remains enabled if the switch position is changed or the DL9120 / DL9130EV is powered off. To disable the Z Auto Start function press F4.

  • Page 25: Auto Rcd Test Sequence

    5.9 Auto RCD Test Sequence The DL9120 / DL9130EV will only allow the RCD test to be performed if the correct voltages are detected between line- earth (L-PE illuminated), line-neutral (L-N illuminated) and neutral-earth (N-PE not illuminated).
  • Page 26 Recall (F3) The RCL (Recall) key is used to recall the results of the last automatic RCD test performed by the DL9120 / DL9130EV. The LCD will update to show all of the relevant parameters for the result displayed. Repeat press the F3 key to cycle through the results.

  • Page 27: Auto Ev Test Sequence (Dl9130Ev Only)

    During the sequence if any test passes and does not trip the RCD then the DL9120 / DL9130EV will move on to the following test. If any test passes and does trip the RCD then the DL9120 / DL9130EV will move onto the following test as soon as the RCD has been reset.
  • Page 28 Recall (F3) The RCL (Recall) key is used to recall the results of the last automatic RCD test performed by the DL9120 / DL9130EV. The LCD will update to show all of the relevant parameters for the result displayed. Repeat press the F3 key to cycle through the results.
  • Page 29 DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions TEST When the required settings have been selected, press the TEST key to begin the sequence. The test sequence will perform the following tests at set test current. 6mA DD Setting 30mA Setting Display +6mA...

  • Page 30: Rcd Trip Time Tests (X1/2, X1 And X5)

    Shows the status of the RCD under test. 5.11 RCD Trip Time Tests (x1/2, x1 and x5) The DL9120 / DL9130EV will only allow the RCD test to be performed if the correct voltages are detected between line- earth (L-PE illuminated), line-neutral (L-N illuminated) and neutral-earth (N-PE not illuminated).
  • Page 31 RCD Type A Selective (Pulsating Waveform) RCD Type B (DC) During selective tests the DL9120 / DL9130EV will display a delay timer which counts down from 30s to 0s. Pressing the Test key or turning the rotary switch while the DL9120 / DL9130EV is counting will terminate the count.

  • Page 32: Rcd Variable Mode

    DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions 5.12 RCD Variable Mode The DL9120 / DL9130EV will only allow the RCD test to be performed if the correct voltages are detected between line- earth (L-PE illuminated), line-neutral (L-N illuminated) and neutral-earth (N-PE not illuminated).

  • Page 33: Rcd Trip Current (Ramp) Tests

    RCD Type A Selective (Pulsating Waveform) RCD Type B (DC) During selective tests, the DL9120 / DL9130EV will display a delay timer which counts down from 30s to 0s. Pressing the Test key or turning the rotary switch while the DL9120 / DL9130EV is counting will terminate the count.
  • Page 34 RCD Type A Selective (Pulsating Waveform) RCD Type B (DC) During selective tests the DL9120 / DL9130EV will display a delay timer which counts down from 30s to 0s. Pressing the Test key or turning the rotary switch while the DL9120 / DL9130EV is counting will terminate the count.

  • Page 35: Warning / Test Active Indications

    5.14 Warning / Test Active Indications The following indications are used across a number of functions in the DL9120 / DL9130EV. Indicates that the DL9120 / DL9130EV is hot. Please allow to cool before proceeding. Indicates that a hazardous test is in progress with by the DL9120 / DL9130EV.

  • Page 36: Electrical Specifications

    DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions 6 Electrical Specifications 6.1 Earth Continuity Test Voltage Open Circuit >4V Test Current >200mA into 2R >15mA into 2R (DL9130EV only) Display Range 0.00 - 2000 @ 200mA 0.00 - 200 @ 15mA (DL9130EV) 0.10 – 2000 @ 200mA Measuring Range 0.10...

  • Page 37: Line Impedance

    DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions 6.4 Line Impedance 195V – 253V, 45Hz – 65Hz Supply Voltage 328V - 440V, 45Hz – 65Hz Nominal Test Current Display Range 0.01 - 2000 Measuring Range 0.1 - 1999 Resolution 0.01 maximum Accuracy ±5% ±5 digits 0kA –...

  • Page 38: Environmental Conditions

    Operating temperature range of 0°C to 40°C. Operating humidity up to 75% without condensation. The DL9120 / DL9130EV can be stored at any temperature in the range -25°C to +65° The batteries should be taken out of the instrument for storage.

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    Electric shock danger! 8.1 Preparing to work on the DL9120 / DL9130EV. Make the DL9120 / DL9130EV is voltage free as follows, before opening the instrument; Power the unit off using the rotary switch by selecting the Off position on the rotary switch.

  • Page 40: Battery Replacement

    Power the unit off by selecting the Off position on the rotary switch. Disconnect all the test leads from the unit Position the DL9120 / DL9130EV face down and release the 4 captive screws in the battery compartment cover. Remove the battery compartment cover.

  • Page 41: Service And Calibration

    Power the unit off by selecting the Off position on the rotary switch. Disconnect all the test leads from the unit. Position the DL9120 / DL9130EV face down and release the captive 4 screws in the battery compartment cover. Remove the battery compartment cover.

  • Page 42: Spare Parts

    DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions 8.7 Spare Parts. Part No. 3 wire lead set c/w croc clips (unfused) LS3W9100 3 wire lead set c/w croc clips (fused) FL9100 Mains lead ML9100 Remote Probe RP9100 Carrying Case CCDL9100 For help or advice on Service and Calibration contact:...
  • Page 43 DL9120 / DL9130 Operating Instructions - 43 -...

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