Wavecom TnT EL User Manual

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  • Page 1 Wavecom Wavecom Portable Appliance Tester User Manual + Certificate of Warranty and Product Support Information...
  • Page 2 This can be extended a further 12 months if you calibrate your tester a second time within 24 months of the date of purchase. The Manufacturer (Wavecom Pty. Ltd.) warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Meter Mode ® [Not available in Battery Mode] Specifications Technical Information Settings Wavecom Tags Other Information Serial Number & WinPATS Coupon Code Rear Cover Wavecom Instruments Pty. Ltd. service@wavecom.com.au ENVELOPE (+61) 08 8243 3500 257 Grange Road, Findon, PHONE South Australia, Australia 5023 (+64) 0800 164 888...
  • Page 4: Important Information

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Important Information Contents • • Wavecom Portable Appliance Tester Black 16A Power Adaptor (20A Units Only) • • IEC Test Lead (500mm Orange) 12 Month Calibration Certificate • • Earth Lead with Alligator Clips...
  • Page 5: Precautions

    Please ensure the unit is stored in compliance with the operating environment requirements and in a safe and secure location. When sending your Wavecom Portable Appliance Tester for calibration, please turn off the battery isolation switch which is located on the rear panel of your tester.
  • Page 6: Using The Lithium Ion Battery

    The IATA and other laws and regulations covering the transport of goods are very comprehensive, and Wavecom makes no warranty that these regulations will permit particular shipments of its products by air freight. Should you require further information on the...
  • Page 7: Replacing Fuses

    Tester to break. When this occurs you will need to replace the fuse. If you prefer you can return your tester to Wavecom and we can replace the fuse for you, or if you wish you may replace the fuse. Contact us if you require information or guidance when replacing a fuse in your Portable Appliance Tester.
  • Page 8: Product Support

    At Wavecom we take great pride in our customer service and support. We provide assistance, troubleshooting and support over the phone, via Skype or Facetime, via email or in person to help you get the most from your Wavecom Portable Appliance Tester. To be eligible for our support services, register your Wavecom product.
  • Page 9: Powering On The Tester

    Appliance Tester Powering on the Tester To use your Wavecom Appliance Tester, ensure the isolation switch (located on the rear of the tester) is switched ON. We recommend that your Wavecom Appliance Tester is fully charged before the first use.
  • Page 10: Connecting Via Bluetooth

    If your organisation already has a Company Account, log in now. Otherwise, create a new Company Account now. You will receive an email with a One Time Password (OTP) from noreply@wavecom.com.au. Enter the OTP, then click ‘Verify OTP’. You will then receive another email from noreply.winpats@wavecom.com.au with your Company ID and a temporary Company Password.
  • Page 11: User Account

    WinPATS App (at the top of the screen) to establish this connection. You should be prompted to connect a Wavecom Appliance Tester as soon as you open the Test Menu for the first time. Tap ‘BLUETOOTH’ to begin the Bluetooth setup process.
  • Page 12: Adding A User

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Using Your TnT Titan with WinPATS Adding a User Note: You will have already created a WinPATS User during the setup process. Follow this process to add another User, or to edit the details of your Users.
  • Page 13: Editing Items

    ‘Update Item’ to confirm. You can also edit multiple Items at once - view the ‘Managing your Inventory with WinPATS’ video on the Wavecom Youtube channel for more information. Deleting Items Items in your database can be deleted from the Inventory screen. To open the Inventory screen, open the Side Menu, tap ‘Database+’...
  • Page 14: Led Indicators

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom LED Indicators Status LEDs TnT EL TnT RCD TnT Titan LEDs will flash yellow during tests when running on mains power. When an appliance fails a test, the Status LEDs will turn red while the test results are on screen...
  • Page 15: Battery Leds

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom TnT EL TnT RCD TnT Titan If there is a fault with the mains power connection, you may see one (or more) of the Status LEDs turn red. This may indicate a serious issue with the mains power supply - consult a qualified professional before proceeding.
  • Page 16: Testing Menu - Main Menu A

    If the Device Under Test is labelled with “Surge Protection Fitted” or if it contains MOV’s (Metal Oxide Varistors), conduct a 250V Insulation Test. TnT EL & TnT RCD users can adjust the Insulation Test Voltage in the Settings Menu - see page 34. TnT Titan users testing with WinPATS can select the insulation test voltage when adding the item to their database.
  • Page 17 Varistors), conduct a 250V Insulation Test. You can select between 250V and 500V when adding your item to your WinPATS database. TnT EL & TnT RCD users can adjust the Insulation Test Voltage in the Settings Menu - see page 34. TnT Titan users testing with WinPATS can select the insulation test voltage when adding the item to their database.
  • Page 18 Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Lead Test - Extension Leads & Power Boards TnT EL TnT RCD TnT Titan You Will Need: Test Sequence: • Device Under Test • Earth Bond Test (@ 200mA) Pass level less than 1Ω...
  • Page 19: Testing Menu - Main Menu B

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Testing Menu – Main Menu B Use the Enter button to switch between Menu A and Menu B. All tests on Menu B require a Mains Power source. 20A Portable Appliance Testers must be connected to Mains via the provided Power Adaptor when testing.
  • Page 20 Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Earth Leakage Test - Class I TnT EL TnT RCD TnT Titan You Will Need: Test Sequence: • A Mains Power Source • Earth Bond Test (@ 200mA): (The TnT RCD 20A/TnT Titan 20A must be Pass level less than 1Ω...
  • Page 21 Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Earth Leakage Test - Class II TnT EL TnT RCD TnT Titan You Will Need: Test Sequence: • A Mains Power Source • Insulation Test (@ 250V or 500V) (The TnT RCD 20A/TnT Titan 20A must be Pass level greater than 1MΩ...
  • Page 22 Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Earth Leakage Test - RCD TnT EL TnT RCD TnT Titan You Will Need: Test Sequence: • A Mains Power Source • Earth Bond Test (@ 200mA): Pass level less than 1Ω (The TnT RCD 20A/TnT Titan 20A must be connected to Mains via the provided 20A •...
  • Page 23 Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Further Information The Leakage Test is an alternate method to perform insulation resistance tests. There are three types of Leakage test available on your Portable Appliance Tester - take care to ensure you use the correct test for your appliance.
  • Page 24 AS/NZS 3551. Type 2 RCDs a trip time of < 300mS and a trip current of < 30mA. These types of RCDs are generally more commonplace. All Wavecom Appliance Testers are set to test Type 2 RCDs by default.
  • Page 25 Tutorial Video on • NCNT Check For portable RCDs with a physical switch this topic • Wavecom Isolation Transformer For portable RCDs without a physical switch Test Procedure 1. Complete a Visual Inspection 2. Connect your Portable Appliance Tester to a mains power source.
  • Page 26 Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom RCD Trip Time Test (continued) Further Information This test is designed to trip RCD devices at a fixed current and to determine the trip time of the RCD device. During an RCD Trip Time test, your Portable Appliance Tester injects a true fault current value using a real-time compensation calculation of the actual voltage at the time of test, delivering a true and accurate trip current.
  • Page 27 • IEC-550 Orange Cable Tutorial Video on For portable RCDs with a physical switch this topic • Wavecom Isolation Transformer For portable RCDs without a physical switch Test Procedure 1. Complete a Visual Inspection 2. Connect your Portable Appliance Tester to a mains power source.
  • Page 28: Meter Mode

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Meter Mode® Meter Mode measures electrical parameters such as Volts, Amps, Watts, and Volt/Amps. These electrical parameters will be displayed on screen. How to use Meter Mode Conduct a visual inspection, and inspect the compliance plate to determine the expected results Plug in the appliance to the appliance test socket on your Portable Appliance Tester.
  • Page 29: Specifications

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Specifications Refer also to the compliance plate on the rear of your Portable Appliance Tester. Mains Supply Test Checks Polarity and continuity of mains supply by LED indicators when connected to Mains Power Supply.
  • Page 30: Technical Information

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Technical Information Visual Inspection A visual inspection must be undertaken before proceeding to any further AS/NZS 3760 test. The visual inspection is carried out to ensure there are no physical faults with the appliance before testing.
  • Page 31: Earth Continuity Test

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom This is done by means of connecting the earth lead with the crocodile clip/probe attached to an earth point (metal covered by paint or other coatings will not provide effective connections) and the appliance plugged into your Portable Appliance Tester appliance testers’...
  • Page 32: Testing Of Electrical Equipment

    Earth Leakage Test be performed instead or in addition to a standard Class I or Class II test. The TnT EL, TnT RCD & TnT Titan have a maximum resistive load of 10 amps. The TnT RCD 20A & the TnT Titan 20A have a maximum resistive load of 20 amps.
  • Page 33 Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Integrated Tests Mains Supply Test Note: The Mains Supply Test only applies when connected to Mains Power - if you are using your Portable Appliance Tester in battery mode, you can disregard this information.
  • Page 34: Settings

    Portable Appliance Tester User Manual Wavecom Settings If you are using a TnT Titan, you can adjust many of these settings directly from WinPATS which we recommend as it offers an easier user interface. In particular, you can change the insulation test voltage and leakage test time directly as part of the testing process.
  • Page 35: Wavecom Tags

    Bluetooth Barcode Scanner Disclaimer – E&OE All specifications may be subject to be change by Wavecom Pty. Ltd. without prior notice. Updated specifications and other changes may be found on the Wavecom website: www.wavecom.com.au At the time of developing this manual, all care and consideration for accuracy has been implemented. Wavecom accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions in this document.
  • Page 36 WinPATS Android App Discount Coupon (Valid for one use only) Purchase Information Date of Purchase Sold By Wavecom Portable Appliance Testers are proudly designed and manufactured in Australia. Wavecom Instruments www.wavecom.com.au Pty. Ltd. 257 Grange Road, Findon, South Australia, Australia 5023 service@wavecom.com.au...

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