TestSafe miniPAT User Manual

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Page 1 TESTSAFE miniPAT APPLIANCE TESTER USER MANUAL...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES GENERAL DESCRIPTION Overall Result Earthing and Class I Appliances Overall Result–Class I Appliances and Cables Inserting the Battery Low Battery Warning Calibration Visual Checking Determining the Appliance Class SAFE OPERATION Preuse Check APPLIANCE CHECKING 11-16 How to Test an Appliance Class I and II Testing Examples 12-16...
Page 3: Safety Rules
Electrical circuits can be dangerous and/or lethal when lack of caution or poor safety practices are used. DO NOT USE the miniPAT tester on any appliance which is connected to the electrical supply. Ensure the appliance under test is fully isolated from the mains.
Page 4: General Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION This miniPAT is a simplified version of a standard PAT tester that uses low voltage to perform all of its testing function. The miniPAT is also suitable for use on IT equipment. The miniPAT is not intended to be used to perform high volume or certification-type testing where readings are required.
Page 5: Earthing And Class I Appliances
It is a critical safety feature of class I appliances and a class I cable that the earth wire is connected. As well as the insulation test the miniPAT will also verify that the resistance between the earth chassis of the appliance and the earth conductor (at the plug) connected to the appliance is less than 0.3Ω...
Page 6: Inserting The Battery
Your miniPAT is now ready to use. Low Battery Warning The miniPAT is fitted with a low battery warning light which will light up when the battery voltage is below 7V (volts). If this happens, replace the battery.
Page 7: Visual Checking
Visual Checking Before carrying out any type of test on an appliance you must check the following: 1) Plug - For signs of cracks, damage and/or overheating. - Ensure the cable is tightly in the plug and not loose. 2) Cable - For splits in the cable and/or areas that have been covered with insulating tape.
Page 8: Determining The Appliance Class
Important Information - Determining the Appliance Class Before you can check any appliance, you must first determine the class of the appliance. This will determine which LEDs you need to check whilst testing. Appliances and cables generally only fit into one of two classes: Class I or Class II.
Page 9 Class II Appliances These appliances are double insulated for safety and DO NOT require an earth cable safety. Examples of Class II appliances are: Mobile phone chargers, DVD players, hairdryers, food mixers, straighteners, hedge trimmers, lawnmowers and mains powered drills. If you are unsure what class an appliance is, first look for a Class II symbol somewhere on the appliance identification / rating plate.
Page 10: Safe Operation
SAFE OPERATION Pre-use Check DO NOT CONNECT ANY APPLIANCE TO THE TESTER DURING THIS CHECK. 1) Press the "TEST" button. The LOW BATTERY indicator should NOT light up. The Class I and the Earth LED should light up red. The Class II and the Insulation LED should light up GREEN.
Page 11: Appliance Checking
APPLIANCE CHECKING How to Test an Appliance 1) Plug the appliance into the miniPAT, then touch a metal part of the appliance (unpainted screw or chassis) with the tip of the test probe, making sure there is a good contact.
Page 12: Class I And Ii Testing Examples
Class I ‒ Example: PC The appliance is plugged into the miniPAT. Touch the probe onto the appliance casing and test. As this is a Class I appliance all LEDs must be green.
Page 13 Class I ‒ Example: Electrical Water Urn The appliance is plugged into the miniPAT. Appliance switch is in the ON position. Attach the probe to clean metal work on the appliance and test. As this is a Class I appliance all LEDs must be green.
Page 14 Class I ‒ Example: Extension Lead Plug the extension lead into the miniPAT. Plug the supplied earth adapter into the extension lead and repeat for each socket.
Page 15 Class II ‒ Example: Drill Plug the extension lead into the miniPAT. Attach the earth probe onto any exposed metalwork and Test. Latch the appliance in the ON position. As this is a Class II appliance we need to check that both the insulation and overall Class II LEDs are illuminated green.
Page 16 Laptop Supply and IEC Cables If you are testing laptop power supply and kettle-type leads, there is a special adaptor kit which is sold separately which will allow you to easily test these with the test probe. 110V and 240V Industrial appliances can also be checked using the adaptor kits.
Page 17: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL Resistance Ranges: Class I Appliances and Cables The L-E LED will light red when the resistance between line to earth on the appliance or cable is lower than 1MΩ ±5%. The N-E LED will light red when the resistance between neutral to earth is lower than 1MΩ...
Page 18 Maximum Output Voltage: 5V rms Response Time: 0.1secs nominal Battery Low Indicator: 7V nominal MECHANICAL Size: 72mm x 150mm x 36mm Weight (less carrying case): Approx. 194g (with battery) ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature Range: -15ºC to +55ºC Storage Temperature: -20ºC to +70ºC GENERAL Battery: 9V / CE Marked / EN 61326-1...
Page 19: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY We warrant the product to be from defective material or workmanship and agree to repair or replace this product if faulty within a twenty-four-month period. Consult the user manual for proper instruction regarding use of this tester. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing this test equipment which proves to be defective within twelve-month period from the date of original purchase.
Page 20 DISTRIBUTED BY PASS Ltd 1 Wilson Street Stockton On Tees TS17 7AR United Kingdom www.tester.co.uk +44 800 247 1600 For Pat Testing Courses and a Training DVD with certificate visit! www.pat-testing-course.com...