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PAC3760 plus
Operating Instructions
PAC3760 plus
Operating Instructions
Represented in Australia by:
EMONA Instruments Pty Ltd
78 Parramatta Rd
Camperdown NSW 2050
Tel: 1 800 632 953
www.emona.com.au, www.protag.com.au
testinst@emona.com.au
Part Number 372A550 Revision 2
© 2010 Seaward Electronic Ltd
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  • Page 1 PAC3760 plus Operating Instructions PAC3760 plus Operating Instructions Represented in Australia by: EMONA Instruments Pty Ltd 78 Parramatta Rd Camperdown NSW 2050 Tel: 1 800 632 953 www.emona.com.au, www.protag.com.au testinst@emona.com.au Part Number 372A550 Revision 2 © 2010 Seaward Electronic Ltd...
  • Page 2 SEAWARD Electronic Limited. This also applies to accompanying drawings and diagrams. Due to a policy of continuous development SEAWARD Electronic Limited reserves the right to alter the equipment specification and description outlined in this...
  • Page 3 EMC and Safety Standards. The product identified above conforms to the requirements of Council Directive 89/336/EEC and 73/23 EEC. Seaward Electronic Ltd is registered under BS EN ISO9001:2000 Certificate No: Q05356.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PAC3760 plus Operating Instructions Contents Important Information .........5 Introduction............7 Performing Tests..........8 3.1 Testing a Class I Appliance............8 3.2 Testing a Class I Appliance with Leakage .........10 3.3 Testing a Class II Appliance ............12 3.4 Testing a Class II Appliance with Leakage ........13 3.5 Testing a mains cord ..............14...

  • Page 5: Important Information

    These operating instructions are intended for the use of adequately trained personnel. The following symbols are used in these operating instructions and on the PAC3760 plus. Caution, risk of electric shock. Indicates instructions must be followed to avoid danger to persons.
  • Page 6 PAC3760 plus Operating Instructions Figure 1. PAC3760 Front View Figure 2. PAC3760 End View...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    PAC3760 plus Operating Instructions Introduction The PAC3760 plus is a hand held battery powered unit suitable for carrying out electrical safety checks on: • Class I appliances • Class II appliances • IEC mains leads • Extension leads • 10mA RCD •...

  • Page 8: Performing Tests

    Plug the earth test lead into the Earth Continuity test terminal on the PAC3760 plus end panel. Plug the appliance into the PAC3760 plus front panel test socket. Connect the earth test lead to an exposed metal part on the appliance.
  • Page 9 PAC3760 plus will display LO LOAD. If the LO LOAd enunciator is displayed, the load presented by the appliance may be too small for the PAC3760 plus to detect. In this case, press the Class I test button to continue.

  • Page 10: Testing A Class I Appliance With Leakage

    Visually inspect the appliance as per requirements of AS/NZS3760:2003. If the appliance passes a visual inspection proceed with the electrical tests. Plug the mains lead into the PAC3760 plus and a mains supply socket. When plugging the mains lead into the PAC3760 plus ensure that the polarity orientation of the connector is correct.
  • Page 11 If the LO LOAd enunciator is displayed, the load presented by the appliance may be too small for the PAC3760 plus to detect. In this case, press the Leakage button to continue. Note: If the High Load enunciator is displayed, the...

  • Page 12: Testing A Class Ii Appliance

    PAC3760 plus will display LO LOAD. If the LO LOAd enunciator remains on the display, the load presented by the appliance may be too small for the PAC3760 plus to detect. In this case, press the Class II test button to continue.

  • Page 13: Testing A Class Ii Appliance With Leakage

    Visually inspect the appliance as per requirements of AS/NZS3760:2003. If the appliance passes a visual inspection proceed with the electrical tests. Plug the mains lead into the PAC3760 plus and a mains supply socket. When plugging the mains lead into the PAC3760 plus ensure that the polarity orientation of the connector is correct.

  • Page 14: Testing A Mains Cord

    If the LO LOAd enunciator is displayed, the load presented by the appliance may be too small for the PAC3760 plus to detect. In this case, press the Leakage button to continue. Note: If the High Load enunciator is displayed, the...
  • Page 15 Plug the mains cord under test into the IEC socket and the front panel mains socket on the PAC3760 plus. Press the Class I test sequence button. The PAC3760 plus will first test the continuity of the protective earth. If the measured value is greater than 1 ohm a cross is placed next to the R enunciator, a FAIL is indicated.

  • Page 16: Testing An Extension Lead

    Plug the mains plug of the extension lead into the front panel mains socket on the PAC3760 plus. The extension lead can now be tested in the same manner as an IEC as described above.

  • Page 17: Test An Epod/Extension Lead With Mov And/Or Rcds

    Only an earth test is carried out on the remaining sockets. Note: For extension leads with RCDs, follow 3.7b Procedure A and carry out a single socket test. Procedure A: 1. Plug the mains lead into the PAC3760 plus and a mains supply socket.
  • Page 18 LKGE button to carry out a leakage and polarity test on the socket. 7. Repeat sequence on every socket. Procedure B: 1. Plug the mains lead into the PAC3760 plus and a mains supply socket. 2. Plug powerboard lead into mains outlet socket on the PAC3760 plus.

  • Page 19: Testing 3-Phase Equipment

    An RCD trip time test will confirm correct polarity if test is allowed to proceed. 3.8 Testing 3-Phase equipment The PAC3760 plus is capable of performing electrical tests on 3-Phase equipment. In order to perform tests refer to the documentation supplied with the adaptor.
  • Page 20 The operating time of the RCD will be shown on the PAC 3760 display. For 10mA RCD tests the PAC3760 Plus will indicate a pass for ≤40ms. For 30mA RCD tests the PAC3760 Plus will indicate a pass for ≤300ms.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Q I have started a test sequence but the IEC icon is flashing. A The PAC3760 plus has detected an IEC lead. To test the IEC lead press the Class I button. Q I have pressed the 3 Phase button but the PAC 3760 plus indicates ‘PLUG IN 3 PH ADPTR’.

  • Page 22: Specification

    Measuring Range 0.05 – 19.99 ohms Accuracy* ± (5% + 2 digits) Test current 200mA minimum Test voltage 9V nominal *When used with Seaward test lead, Part Number 161A024 Insulation resistance Display Range 0.01 -19.99 Mohms Measuring Range 0.10 – 19.99 Mohms Accuracy ±...

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    If an Error warning should appear on the display please contact Emona Instruments for advise. Battery Check The PAC3760 plus is powered from a 6 AA cells which are checked before a test is performed. When the battery voltage is low the...

  • Page 24: Battery Replacement

    Switch off the unit by pressing and holding Class I and Class II buttons. Disconnect all leads from the PAC3760 plus. Place the PAC3760 plus face down and release the captive screw in the battery compartment cover. Remove the battery compartment cover and remove the discharged batteries.

  • Page 25: Fuse

    Switch off the unit by pressing and holding Class I and Class II buttons. Disconnect all leads from the PAC3760 plus. Place the PAC3760 plus face down and release the captive screw in the battery compartment cover. Remove the battery compartment cover and remove the fuse.

  • Page 26: Service And Calibration

    PAC3760 plus Operating Instructions Service and Calibration To maintain the specified accuracy of the measurement results, the instrument must be recalibrated at regular intervals by either the manufacturer or by Emona Instruments. We recommend a recalibration period of one year.
  • Page 27 PAC3760 plus Operating Instructions LOAD MESSAGES Message Reason Solution Lo Load Appliance switch is not engaged (switch in off Engage the switch (turn it on) position) Lo Load Appliance switch is engaged but requires Insulation test ineffective. Consider doing a leakage power to latch test.
  • Page 28 PAC3760 plus Operating Instructions TEST SEQUENCE Test Setting Description Earth Insulation Test Leakage Test Polarity Test Continuity Class I Earthed Appliance ±200mA 500V CLII Class II Double Insulated 500V Appalance CLI-Lead Power LEAD-IEC or Extension ±200mA 500V Board CLI-Leakage Class I Power-up Test ±200mA...
  • Page 29 PAC3760 plus Operating Instructions Test Type Press Button(s) Attachment Required Examples & Comments Appliance lead (black) connected to 3 pin – Most kitchen appliances exposed metal parts. (toaster, microwave..) CLII Appliance lead (black) connected to Most hand held tools (2 or 3 pin exposed metal parts.

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