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1. PAT400 Series Portable Appliance Testers User Manual Thank you for purchasing the Megger PAT400 portable appliance tester For your own safety and to get the maximum benefit from your instrument please ensure that you read and understand the safety warnings and instructions before attempting to use the instrument These instruments are designed and manufactured by Megger Instruments Ltd Archcliffe Road Dover Kent CT17 9EN England Megger Limited reserves the right to change the specification of these instruments at any time without prior notice CONTENTS X 1 Unpacking the carton dns nenene 5 X 2 Safety Warning Senan a A eee en ees 5 X 3 Symbols used on the insStruMent ccc cece c cece eeeeeeeeeee ees eeese esse eeeeeeseeeeseeeseeeeseeeseesseeeseeeseesaees 6 Te dnstrument Cayout qnerre odo ata T 1 1 Overview of the PATIENTS 7 1 2 Instrument yo PP 8 1 3 Button funcions OS 9 1 4 HOT KEY GeSCribtions a A A 9 1 5 Display Information a a eee A 9 2 Getingsarted A eee eee eee 10 2 1 Switching ON the PA T4000 see 10 2 2 HOME Screen explain de 12 2 3 SWITCHING OM the PA TAO see 12 De TOSUNG WINA PATAOO Asser 13 3 1 Connecting an asset to the PAT400 cout e 13 3 2 TESUNO AN AS SOU ae 14 3 3 TEST PIOGESS HP 18 3 4 Remote Probe and CIID ve AN 18 3 5 AA A 19 3 6 ADONG ae 19 3 7 COMPICTION OF es AE 19 3 8 Tess en NN 20 3 9 WARNING Power On tests 1 ide 20 2 A A a A 21 5 Adding assets to memory sitial ts2. Backup To USB File name Restore From USB Backupl Export Results To USB vie Warning No USB mass storage device detected Please connect USB storage device Press OK to continue ESC to abort This error can be caused by a faulty USB stick Replace the USB stick with another type and try again Importing restoring data from USB memory stick Importing data from PowerSuite to the PAT400 or restoring data from a saved file are the same The file must be in a binary format This would either have been created by the PAT400 as a backup file or created from PowerSuite for import into the PAT400 1 Connect a USB st lee stick containing the binary file to either of the Type A USB sockets on the front of the PAT400 bs Type A USB socket 2 Select the restore From USB option in the DATA menu and press OK The PAT400 will search for any database files and display the list of found files 3 A drop down box appears Press OK to access the files available and use the DOWN arrow key to select the file to import or restore If there are many files in the list use the RIGHT ARROW key to page down the list 27 Backupl w Restore From USB Export Results To USB Backup3 View Results 12092010 15092010 Please select restore file name from list Press OK to continue ESC to abort 4 Press OK to accept the file for restore The PAT400 will display a message Warning This operation over
3. Press the DOWN arrow and complete the additional asset data as required Client and location cannot be changed in this screen See section 6 below 22 5 1 gt CTI Asset 1D 000034 ES COPY last ASSET Test Group SC1 Yv Description Fan heater Serial number BS0334 88N Fuse rating A 3 Room ID Room 23 Client Megger Limited Location Archcliffe Road Press save hotkey to store asset data TEST to store and HOME or ESC to abort H SAVE results to memory Y When completed Press the SAVE HOTKEY The asset will be added to the memory under the current client and location To abort an add asset page press ESC or HOME A warning will appear asking to confirm you wish to exit without saving data To edit asset information go to section 6 Adding assets to memory Assets can be saved to memory after they are tested as above or before any testing starts 5 1 Ra Copying the previously added asset using the Asset COPY HOTKEY 5 2 Alternatively Asset data can be loaded from PowerSuite via a USB stick 5 3 Adding assets to memory before testing Adding multiple assets to the PAT400 database is the same process as described for saving a result above However the TEST GROUP will also need to be selected before the asset can be saved to memory ad 1 From the HOME screen press the ADD ASSET 5 HOTKEY icon The following empty asset screen will appear Asset ID Test Group Select tes
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5. Buisson de la Couldre 23 rue Eugene Henaff 78190 TRAPPES France Tel 33 1 30 16 08 90 Fax 33 1 34 61 23 77 This instrument is manufactured in the United Kingdom The company reserves the right to change the specification or design without prior notice Megger is a registered trademark PAT400 UG V02 1110 www megger com 50
6. Press one of the four TEST GROUP HOTKEYS ge a gt D Reo or eo foer e Class SOC insulation SCI 250V E c 250v ee Css 250V insulation Mcse Css PC maven Katt 22010000 ee frr 2 Using the DOWN arrow scroll down to list of DROP DOWN boxes from 1 to 9 to the field to be allocated the TEST GROUP 32 3 Press the OK button A list of available TEST GROUPS will appear Scroll down the list to the required TEST GROUP and press OK 4 The TEST GROUP will be allocated to the selected field Class I Kettle Class I dead NOTE The TEST GROUPS can be freely allocated to any of the four HOTKEYS If necessary a CLASS TEST GROUP can be allocated to the RCD HOTKEY 8 3 Editing a test group Each test group can be edited or deleted from the list NOTE When importing data a saved record the test groups will also be imported over writing the existing test groups Always backup your test records before editing or deleting test groups or assts To edit a test group 1 Using the RIGHT ARROW key select SETUP in the top menu option sat 2 Press the TEST GROUP HOTKEY 3 Press the edit test group S HOTKEY The display will show the Edit test group screen below Editing test groups Nre IN Y Description Class standard Supply 230v M Class 1 hd Visual Fla
7. case for the appliance tester has a lead storage pouch in the lid of the case when opened This is designed for basic lead and document storage Further items can be stored in the pouch If it becomes difficult to close the case the storage pouch can be removed from inside the case and attached to the front using the straps on the reverse of the pouch These are passed through the D loops on the outside of the case and secured to the underside of the pouch using the Velcro fixings An additional storage pouch is available from Megger Limited for extended storage such that there is a pouch on both the inside and outside of the carry case 44 Appendix B Bar Code sample table The following sheet is an example of a bar code sheet that can be used in conjunction with the optional OPTICON bar code scanner The sheet allows fast input of standard data which would otherwise need to be manually typed in or selected from a drop down list Bar code look up sheet Test Groups Description Fuse rating A ser HIM reno Wi UL i sca HKN Enn KL 08000100 0000000800000 4000 7A iil UU HY UE on MU LAE HAMA nn sa MOT mn CCT Extension lead 110V 10000000 EIN Extension Lead w RCD Ip A WINN NG NK A KA A GU eco BIN Washroom Male eten HULDT aco rue TAL Washroom Female SA Standard Class I I HI I IIl sca ROD TT Main office ester BALM KON me TG DKK SKK venne HI nm Room ID Min Canteen
8. date below A O l DD MM YYYY Time Nh mm ss 3 Using the RIGHT LEFT and OK keys enter the Date time Date format is DD MM YYYY Time format is 24 Hr Hr Min Sec 4 Press the SAVE H HOTKEY to accept changes Further changes can be made in the menu SETUP options 10 On completion of the initialisation the following warning screen is displayed when the PAT tester is switched on UK configured PAT400 instruments Non UK configured PAT400 instruments Warning WARNINGS The following warnings must be ead and WARNINGS The following warnings must be read and understood before proceeding understood before proceeding eo Ensure only one asset E Connected and tested at time Faulty appliances can present a shock hazard Avoid contact with al conductors and conductive parts durng lesbng O Faulty appliances can present shock hazard Avoid contact with al conductors and conductive parts during testing e All tests that include a load or Leakage test will run the asset Ensure asset is switched on and safe before starting the test O All tests that mciude a load of Leakage test wil run the asset saquenco Ensure asset is Switched on and safe before starting the test sagene Press OK to confirm these wamings have been read and Press OK to confirm these warnings have been read and understood understood NOTE This screen is not displayed if the PAT tester is re started within five minutes of b
9. faulty appliance Assets should not be routinely flash tested Where flash testing is required refer to further guidance on Flash testing section A7 Replacement fuses must be of the correct rating and type Refer to section 6 3 The USB connection should only be used by approved service personnel nothing should be connected to the USB port during testing Only use a NiMH rechargeable 9 V PP3 battery do not use a non rechargeable type as this could become dangerous if charged by the instrument Serviceable fuses should only be replaced with those that are suitably rated In case of an emergency use an easily accessible power point Only use Megger approved accessories with this product Symbols used on the instrument Caution risk of electric shock Caution refer to accompanying notes Equipment complies with relevant EU Directives Equipment complies with C tick requirements Fused This equipment should be recycled as electronic waste HV test lead in unlocked position HV test lead in locked position Battery type fitted DO NOT connect to 230 V supply ls Instrument Layout 1 1 Overview of the PAT400 The PAT400 series of portable appliance testers are fully automated testers for the fast safety testing of portable electrical equipment The PAT400s will operate from 230 Vac or 110 Vac supplies The PAT400 s are ready to start testing however the warnings must be read and understood before the testers are used A
10. of an asset A test group is a collection of tests that when run perform all the tests allocated to that test group The PAT400 s are shipped with a range of test groups for the majority of electrical equipment that will require testing as detailed below Additional test groups can be added up to a limit of 100 Existing test groups can be edited or deleted as required Creating a test group 1 Using the RIGHT ARROW key select SETUP in the top menu options mn 2 Press the TEST GROUP HOTKEY Client Location Quicktests Date Time Language Default settings About fi hi 3 Press the Test Group ES Hotkey 4 Press the ADD Hotkey to add a new test group The TEST GROUP CONFIGURATION screen will appear 30 Add test Group Name Description s Supoly 230V v Class 1 Y Visua Class Earth Bord Class Continuity l Class nsulation B Class Polarity 5 Complete the fields as required Those fields with an arrow are drop down boxes Select box then press OK to access drop down list An example of a typical standard Class test may look like Add test Group Name SKI Description Class I standard Supply I 230v lv Class Y Visual Y Flash Earth Bond h Leakage Y Continuity Bn Load m Insulation m RCO Polarity Y NAME Test group name This can be up to 10 characters For
11. to confirm or ESC to abort WARNING The asset and it s associated test record will be deleted This deletion is not reversible 25 7 1 DATA Test results and data transfer Data storage backup and restore The PAT400 can store up to 10 000 electrical assets with associated test records Megger STRONGLY RECOMMEND this data is backed up frequently MEGGER CANNOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY OR ANY LOST DATA HOWEVER CAUSED The backup and recall operations are extremely fast 10 000 records can be backed up to a USB stick in lt 20seconds Smaller databases are significantly faster The file format for data backup is a binary BIN file format DO NOT ATTEMPT TO EDIT THIS FILE Corruption of this file will prevent further transfer back to the PAT400 or to PowerSuite Export to CSV file Test results can also be exported to a CSV comma separated value file This can be viewed with the Megger CSV viewer or opened with Microsoft Excel However opening with Microsoft Excel will not display the column headings correctly View results Asset data and test results can be viewed from the VIEW RESULT data menu option This permits each test result to be reviewed on the PAT400 if necessary Printing bar code labels Duplicate Bar code labels can be printed from the VIEW TEST RESULTS page This allows replacement of labels if they are damaged or multiple labels are required for an asset Backup to USB memory stick 1 Connect a USB stick
12. to either of the type A USB sockets on the front of the PAT400 pa Type A USB socket 2 Use the RIGHT ARROW to select DATA in the main menu options The data transfer options are displayed as below Home Setup Data Backup To USB Restore From USB Export Results To USB View Results Create backup file This file can be used to restore data All current results test groups and settings will be saved to the USB memory stick Pres OK to begin ESC to abort 3 Use the DOWN arrow to select backup to USB and press OK 4 Press OK A text box appears Enter the name of the file you wish to create The file name can be up to eight characters numbers or letters 26 7 2 Backup To USB File name Restore From USB Export Results To USE Backup View Results Please enter backup file name maximum 8 alphanumeric characters Press OK to continue ESC to abort 5 Press OK to initiate backup If the file name clears without backup starting the file name contains excluded characters Only 0 9 and A Z should be used 6 On completion the display will show the message Backup complete There are no limits to the number of times you can backup The stored file is a Binary file Do not attempt to edit this file as this can corrupt the data and prevent further use of that file If the USB device is not recognised the following message will be displayed Home Setup Data
13. 50V Insulation M Class I PC M Class II test groups Class IEC Power and extension lead test groups Kettle a assets rsson css asso ej Class Kettle Plug In RCDs EN MM y EC si Add Asset fast access se UDE Select one of the test groups by pressing the relevant number For more Information on test groups adding editing configuration or deletion go to section 8 Press TEST to start the test sequence or press the test number again Starting a TEST PRESSING THE TEST BUTTON From the HOME screen press the TEST button The display will show the TEST ASSET page Type in the asset ID if available and press OK If the asset is already in the database the details of the asset will be displayed as below Test Asset Asset ID Test Group Description Serial number Fuse rating A RoomID ae Location Press TEST to start test or ESC to Abort Press the TEST button and the test sequence will commence Go to 3 3 TESTING PROGRESS 15 3 NOTE 9 A Alternatively to search through the asset database press the FIND ASSET HOTKEY L4 If the asset is not in the database a blank TEST ASSET screen will appear This only contains the current client and location If no client and location have been added these will say DEFAULT Asset ID ae Test Group Select test group V Description Serial number 7 Fuse rating ay 7 Roo
14. ET AT A TIME 3 1 1 Connecting a Class I or Class II asset To connect standard Class I or Class Il equipment to the PAT400 er 1 Plug the asset into the 230 V test socket on the PAT400 TEST To connect 110 V equipment to the PAT400 1 Plug the asset into the 110 V test socket on the PAT400 3 1 2 Connecting an IEC type power cord or 110 V Power lead To connect a standard IEC type power cord computer type power lead to the PAT400 1 Connect the mains plug to the mains test socket on the PAT400 2 Connect the IEC plug to the IEC socket To connect a 110 V power lead use the 110 V to IEC plug adaptor optional accessory 1 Connect the 110 V mains plug to the 110 V test socket 2 Connect the free end of the 110 V power lead to the 110V adaptor plug 3 Connect the 110 V adaptor IEC connector to the IEC socket on the PAT400 13 3 1 3 Connecting an extension lead To connect an extension lead to the PAT400 1 Connect the mains plug to the mains test socket on the PAT400 2 Using the extension lead adaptor connect the furthest socket on the extension lead to the IEC socket on the PAT400 To connect a 110 V power lead use the 110 V to IEC plug adaptor optional accessory 1 Connect the 110 V mains plug to the 110 V test socket 2 Connect the free end of the 110 V power lead to the 110V adaptor plug Connect the 110 V adaptor IEC connector to the IEC socket on the PAT400 To connect a
15. FEE 45 Appendix C Specification PAT PAT PAT PAT PAT PAT SPECIFICATIONS ANA a ER Electrical supply range 230 V 10 110 V 10 Hz not PAT UK Fo ek Y Y Y PAT EU 230 V 10 50 Hz AAA Y Y PAT DE 230 V 10 50 Hz Y PAT AU 240 V 10 50 Hz Y Y PAT US 120 V 10 60 Hz O ly Bond test 10 A amp 25 A Open circuit voltage 9 V a c 10 0 1 V supply 230 V 50 Hz ly y Earth bond resistance accuracy Earth bond resistance resolution Display range Continuity test 200 mA Continuity test voltage Continuity resistance accuracy Continuity resistance resolution Display range Insulation test 250 V amp 500 V Insulation resistance accuracy 230 V supply Insulation resistance resolution Display range Substitute leakage test Test voltage and frequency Leakage current accuracy Leakage current resolution Display range Differential leakage current Test voltage amp frequency Differential leakage current accuracy Differential leakage current resolution Display range Touch current test Test voltage amp frequency Touch current accuracy Touch current resolution Display range Operational test Test voltage amp frequency VA Accuracy Resolution Display range Extension lead test Tests performed Polarity test voltage 5 3 digits 0 to 0 49 Q 5 5 digits 0 5 to 99 Q 10 mO 0 to 1 99 O 0 to 1 99 Q 4 0 V d c 0 10 15 3 digi
16. OK to accept ESC to exit WARNING A test group cannot be deleted whilst there are assets in the database that are using that test group 34 9 Quick test QT The Quick Test QT key provides instant access to continuity bond insulation leakage load and flash testing without having to create a test group NOTE Some tests shown below may not be available depending on the instrument being used 9 1 Running a quick test 1 Press the QT key on the keyboard The display will show a numerical list of options Quick Test 1 25A bond test 2 10A bond 3 200mA Continuity test 3 Insulation test 250V 500V 4 Operational test 5 Earth Leakage 6 RCD test 7 Extension lead test 8 Flash test Example of QT screen options 2 Press the number key associated with the test you wish to run Example 3 Insulation Timer 5s Bond 0070 Where a test has several options such as 5 earth leakage a sub menu of options will appear Enter the sub menu option if available The PAT400 will go to the test screen relevant to the test selected Press the TEST button to commence testing Follow on screen instruction as necessary HIRO or Nr Nr o On completion of the test the display will show a PASS as normal Quick test times can be changed in SETUP Refer to section 10 35 10 SETUP menu options The SETUP menu options allow changes to the instrument configuration t
17. PAT400 will warn the operator by displaying the message Warning Unable to verify earth path connection parallel earth paths may exist Refer to User Guide Press TEST to proceed Esc to fail If the BOND continuity lead is not connected to the null post on the PAT400 the asset must be checked for additional earth paths These could be as high as 1 Q Testing an asset with multiple earth paths dos not confirm the asset is safely earthed refer to appendix A 8 for additional information This warning may be repeated on other tests while potential parallel paths exist Lead length compensation The bond test may fail due to the excessive length of the equipment supply flex Extension leads may also fail due to increased resistance induced by long cable lengths When a bond test fails the PAT400 will allow display a lead compensation table allowing the pass limit to be modified By changing the lead length and cross sectional area of the flex a new pass limit is calculated and a revised pass or fail will be displayed Alternatively if the resistance of the supply lead is known this can be entered directly into the lead compensation calculator Bond test current auto switching To prevent the high current bond test from exceeding the 26 A limit testing of very low resistance loads typically lt 0 03 Q will automatically drop the test current to 10 A 41 A 2 A 3 A 3 1 A 3 2 A 3 3 Insulation testing This is u
18. ccccococcnonnnoconnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnninannnncnninanes 49 X 1 Unpacking the carton Unpack the carton contents carefully There are important documents that you should read and keep for future reference Please complete the pre paid warranty card and return it to Megger Limited as soon as possible to help us reduce any delays in supporting you should the need assistance UK carton contents PAT410 PAT420 and PAT450 1 1 1 1 1 d d _ h X 2 PAT400 series appliance tester Carry case carry handle and strap Quick start guide Black test lead set with probe and clip IEC type power cord 30cm Extension lead adaptor PC power supply test adaptor Warranty card Owners CD manual Flash test lead PAT450 ONLY Safety Warnings European carton contents PAT410 PAT420 and PAT450 1 1 1 1 1 PAT400 series appliance tester Carry case carry handle and strap Quick start guide Black test lead set with probe and clip IEC type Power cord 30cm Extension lead adaptor Warranty card Owners CD manual Flash test lead PAT450 ONLY The following safety warnings and precautions must be read and understood before the instrument is used They must be observed during use For safety only connect the PAT to a supply that is properly earthed If in doubt the supply should be checked by a qualified electrician Do not use the instrument if there are any sig
19. compatibility to PAT4 see section 11 DESCRIPTION Text string Keyboard or Barcode entry SUPPLY On instruments that can test 110 V assets this is a drop down box VISUAL Check box EARTH BOND Check box configuration options available on second page CONTINUITY Check box configuration options available on second page INSULATION Check box configuration options available on second page POLARITY Check box configuration options available on second page CLASS Drop down box This is required so the instrument knows which test connectors are to be used Options Class Class Il EXT FLASH Check box configuration options available on second page LEAKAGE Check box configuration options available on second page LOAD Check box configuration options available on second page RCD Check box configuration options available on second page 31 8 2 6 When complete press the down arrow ICON y The test options for each of the selected test will appears as below Vo fone Me EN Continuity ev Ev mm en pep i E or ME 7 Now the test limits test times and repetition settings can de adjusted for each test if required 8 On completion press the save button 9 The test group can now be allocated to one of the test group HOT KEYS Allocating test groups to HOTKEYS Test groups can be allocated to one to the four TEST GROUP HOTKEYS on the HOME screen To allocate a test group dl 1
20. d on manually during the test The Insulation test will not test beyond the RCD and consequently has little value Flash testing PAT450 only Flash testing measures the leakage current when high test voltages are applied to an asset Flash testing is NOT recommended for portable appliance testing as it is a destructive test Repeated use on an asset can cause premature failure or possible electrical damage Parallel path WARNING The following warning message will be displayed if parallel earth paths have been detected Warning Unable to verify earth path connection parallel earth paths may exist Refer to User Guide Press TEST to proceed Esc to fail This message can appear on all tests and is caused by a The equipment under test has an alternative earth path This could be via the outer case of the equipment touching other earthed equipment or from touching the ground Parallel earth paths affect measurement accuracy and in worst case situations can lead to equipment being passed as safe when there is no proper earth connection through the electrical outlet b A hardware fault in the PAT400 c A combination of the above Any reports of parallel paths should be investigated The PAT400 can be checked by disconnecting the equipment under test and re starting the PAT400 If the PAT400 does not report a fault the problem exists on the equipment under test Additional testing information Carry case The carry
21. e appendix E 40 A 1 Appendix A Test types explained Each test group is constructed from a series of individual tests The tests are selected depending on the electrical construction of the asset under test The operator must understand the type of electrical construction of the asset before a correct selection of tests can be made The tests available on the PAT400 s are as follows Continuity amp bond testing Continuity and bond testing are both used to confirm the existence of a safety earth return path of a Class asset However they differ in how they work and both have their benefits and drawbacks Continuity low current or Soft testing This test uses a 200 mA test current at 4 to 5 V The test current is low so that there is no risk of damaging earth connections that may only exist for functional rather than safety reasons High current Bond testing not available on the PAT410 Uses a 10 A or a 25 A DC test current at 4 5 V Used where concerns that an earth may be maintained by a few strands of wire or where poor surface contact the probes or clips could give a misleading reading This test is frequently the preferred test by many organisations Bond test warning Occasionally there may be a parallel earth path between the asset under test and the system earth This can arise from a Class asset touching other metal equipment or being electrically in contact with the floor Under these circumstances the
22. eakage Also called equivalent earth leakage Test voltage 40 Vac 50 Hz gt 19 9 mA This alternative earth leakage test is performed at 40 V ac 50 Hz For this test the appliance under test has its phase conductors joined together within the PAT and a 40 V supply is applied between both phase conductors and the protective conductor connection of the equipment under test in the case of Class 1 equipment In the case of Class 2 appliances the TEST lead and probe is connected to the PAT This probe is applied to any conductive parts on the appliance under test The actual voltage is measured at the appliance socket From these readings the earth leakage current of the appliance is calculated This calculated current is automatically scaled to the equivalent figure relevant to operation at exactly 253 V TOUCH current Test IF Also called absence of potential Test voltage 230 Vac 50 Hz gt 3 5 mA This alternative earth leakage test is more commonly known as a touch current test During this test the appliance under test is powered from its normal mains supply and the black lead and probe is connected to the PAT terminal This probe is applied to any conductive parts on the appliance under test This probe performs a current measurement with respect to earth This test can also be performed on three phase appliances powered from their own supply Warning A touch leakage test will operate the asset during the test Make sure the asset is w
23. eing un plugged or when the PAT tester restarts from the same screen as before 5 Press OK to confirm you have read and understood these warnings The instrument will display the following HOME screen when all initial tests pass 11 2 2 HOME screen explained The HOME screen is the start point of all testing Menu functions Home Class I test groups Test launch screen Supply voltage 230 7 VAC HOT KEY access Supply Frequency 50 0 Hz Instrument status Supply Polarity Normal Serial Number 1000 743 080908 1000 Class IEC Power and Client Self Tests Passed extension lead test groups Location Client Quick tests Location Date Time Time Language Date Default settings Memory used About Class II test groups Plug In RCDs Add asset fast access Backup to USB Restore from USB Export to USB CSV View results 2 3 Switching off the PAT400 2 3 1 Normal Power Off To switch off the tester press the RED off button The display will show the message It is now safe to remove power Now the mains plug can be removed from the supply Switching off using this button prevents the quick start battery from discharging unnecessarily 2 3 2 FAST Restart If the tester is to be moved to a new location and testing continued simply unplug the unit from the mains supply and reconnect it in the new location The appliance tester will enter a hibernation mode during the move and restart instantly from the point powe
24. ell secured before the test commences 42 A 4 A 5 A 6 Load Operation testing Testing the load the asset places on the supply is a god indication of the condition of the equipment By setting a load VA limit in the test groups the asset can be assessed automatically for excessive load which can occur for a variety of reasons The Load VA limit is usually set based on the fuse rating in the asset or in the mains connector Example 230 Vac with 3 A fuse maximum VA Rating should be 230 x 3 690 VA Select 750 mVA pass limit However some equipment can draw very high inrush currents when starting This should be considered when setting pass limits Also when a highly inductive load is run the PAT400 may see the load as a short circuit Under these conditions the load operational test should be started and the appliance switched on shortly afterwards True short circuits can blow the fuse in the PAT400 This should be considered when selecting a LOAD test Warning A Load or RUN test will operate the asset during the test Make sure the asset is well secured before the test commences RCD testing The PAT400 is capable of testing Plug in 30 mA RCDs These are the portable type used to protect individual items of electrical equipment Test options include 30 mA test or FULL test 30 mA test Tests the manual test button on the RCD and the trip function at 30mA fault current FULL test Tests the following Manual test but
25. er test to ensure there is no 18 3 5 3 6 3 7 breakdown of the insulation nie ei ie 7 l I l L Remote probe connected to different metal contact points to IT ensure they are all isolated from I i N the supply I 1 500V I I I Appliance under test i E I gt ho n ee oe oe J ws PAT tester N See also TEST LEAD NULL in section 10 Short circuit assets Some assets may appear to the PAT400 to be short circuit This can be caused by large inductive loads In such cases the following warning message will be displayed Warning Asset may be Short circuit Press TEST to contine Esc to fail Only if the operator is certain the equipment is not a short circuit Press TEST Otherwise press ESC to fail the asset Aborting a test All tests can be aborted at any time by pressing the TEST button or ESC escape button Completion of testing On completion of testing all test fields should turn green as below The test results are displayed in the centre column with the pass limits for that test group on the right Repeat test sequence la Print bar code label amp SAVE 8 results to memory Test Group SC1 Asset PASSED a SAVE results to memory 19 3 8 3 9 On completion of testing the following options are available TEST im Re test asset using current test group Warning test data will not be saved for the previous test Soyga JENNI Save the tes
26. hat cannot be accessed by HOTKEYS 10 1 Client settings The PAT400s are shipped with the CLIENT and LOCATION set to DEFAULT This can be changed or additional Clients can be added edited or deleted The DEFAULT CLIENT and LOCATION can only be deleted when other additional CLIENTS AND LOCATIONS are added 10 1 1Adding Clients 1 Select CLIENT from the SETUP menu list Setup n Client sl Location Quick Test Keys Setup Date Time Language Default Settings About 2 Select the ADD HOTKEY to add a new client to the database 3 Complete the text fields with the necessary client information The first line is mandatory Additional data is optional On completion press the savel Er HOTKEY 4 5 The display automatically jumps to the ADD LOCATION screen 6 Add the location details Again only the first line is mandatory 7 On completion press the SAVE HOTKEY A new CLIENT and LOCATION has been added to the database The current CLIENT and LOCATION has been updated to the new CLIENT and LOCATION automatically 10 1 2 Editing and deleting clients Su or To edit or delete a client or location details follow the same procedure as above but select the EDIT tr DELETE HOTKEYS Remember to save the data after changing 10 2 Location settings Multiple locations can be added to one CLIENT To Add a LOCATION select the LOCATION option from the SETUP menu Follow the same process as adding locations in 10 1 1 ab
27. ircumstances 2 If you are sure the asset is NOT short circuit do not leave the asset switched on at the start of the test As soon as the test leakage or load commences switch the asset ON 20 Using the memory Important overview All records are stored under a client The PAT400 can store up to 50 clients Each client can have up to 50 locations The client and locations are configured in SETUP refer to section 10 The PAT400s are shipped with the client and first location set to default All results will be stored under this default client and location unless changed in SETUP These can be left as default but it is recommended these are changed to the name of the client and location of the test site See section 11 Assets are stored with a minimum of an asset ID and a test group A client CANNOT have duplicate asset IDs even if there are several locations However the same asset ID can be used for different clients By allocating each asset a unique identifying number an asset ID the test results can be stored alpha numerically in the PAT400 s internal memory The internal memory will store up to 10 000 records Entering an asset ID that already exists in that client s database will generate a duplicate asset ID warning Change the asset ID the re save Assets can be saved to memory before they are tested or after testing is complete The add asset screen is the same for both as sh
28. ll operators should also be competent in the safety testing of electrical equipment and meet all the local legal requirement before testing EN 2 Instrument layout 110 V test socket UK Only Flash test socket Bond continuity socket Lead null post USB interfaces Power OFF Home button Escape button Qwerty keypad IEC Extension lead return test socket Mains test socket Fuse checker 1 3 Button functions Button functions CD Power down Does not discharge battery D Returns to HOME screen O Escape Exit screen without saving 1 4 Home screen a p am NA Class 1 test groups Class II test groups Power extension leads He Portable RCDs S Add asset 1 5 Main display area Display and test result information Additional menu options HOT KEY descriptions SETUP screen Display information supply voltage supply Frequency Supply Polarity Serial Number self Tests Client Location Time Date Memory used Test group mgr Change client Change location Bond lead null Edit asset Menu bar Provides navigation path and menu options Other Icons gt oa Q Edit Save Delete Saya Find asset 230 7 VAC 50 0 HZ Normal 1000 743 080908 1000 Passed default default 1231 22 09 2010 0 used Hot keys Function depends on adjacen
29. m ID Client Default Location Default Enter asset ID and select test group Press Esc to abort A new asset ID can be added at his stage but it is recommended that this is added after testing is completed Press the DOWN arrow to access TEST GROUPS Press the OK key to select a test group EA Type in the test group name or press the SEARCH TEST GROUP HOTKEY and Press OK Press OK and select a test group from the drop down options Press OK to accept Press TEST to commence testing Go to section 3 3 TESTINGPROGRESS Note Asset IDs do not have to be added until the test is completed This can save time by not cluttering the asset database with unwanted asset IDs a eo MQ If NO asset ID is entered press the Test Group Hotkey VA and type in the Asset ID gt MA e VA Alternatively press the hotkey twice to select the test group drop down box Press OK to list all test group options scroll down the list to select desired test group and press OK to accept NOTE Pressing the Right hand arrow key will Page Down the list Press TEST to start the test sequence Go to section 3 3 TEST PROGRESS 16 Option 3 Starting a TEST USING A BARCODE SCANNER 1 2 From the home page scan the asset ID with the optional bar code scanner The asset ID and asset information will appear If the asset information matches the asset to be tested the completed TEST ASSET screen will appear as below Test A
30. minal for Class 2 lt 3 5 mA short circuit 253 V primary supply voltage 5 5 digits 0 01 mA 0 to 3 0 mA Nominal mains suppl 8 to 2 V2 x 2 to 8 1 x I 5 x I 1 5 digits 0 1 ms 0 to 1999 ms V2 x I 0 to 300 ms 1 x I 0 to 40 ms 5 x I 3 3 V Audible beep if fuse is OK 2 7 kg 3 2 kg 4 4 kg 4 9 kg 5 0 kg 5 5 ko 120 H int x 145 H UK x 255 W x 320 L 155 H int x 180 H UK x 255 W x 320 L 210 H x 280 W x 390 L 10 C to 50 C 20 C to 60 C 90 RH 10 C 30 C 75 RH 30 C to 50 C 2 000 m IP40 IEC 61010 1 CAT II 300 V IEC 61326 1 2006 IEC 61326 2 2 2005 lt PAT PAT PAT PAT PAT 410 420 450 EL ES E LA o y Y fv Se lt ii lt T erkk erkk i kkk kkk kk 47 Appendix D Ordering information ORDERING INFORMATION Product Order Code PAT310 AU 1001 379 PAT310 EU 1000 742 PAT320 AU 1000 741 PAT320 UK 1000 740 PAT320 US 1001 366 PAT350 EU 1000 953 PAT350 UK 1000 743 PAT410 AU 1000 753 PAT410 DE 1000 748 PAT410 EU 1000 747 PAT410 UK 1000 745 PAT420 AU 1000 746 PAT420 UK 1000 752 PAT450 AU 1000 749 PAT450 DE 1000 751 PAT450 EU 1000 750 PAT450 UK 1000 755 PAT450 US 1000 956 Included accessories relevant to territory Printed quickstart guide Full user guide on CD Calibration certificate Continuity earth bond lead probe black 2000 870 Extension lead adaptor 13 A BS 2000 881 Extension lead adap
31. nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnninnanennes 38 10 6 Restoring det UIESCtINasS 0000 A A eed ed 38 10 7 ABOUT PAT400 software version and Megger contact details oocoocccooccoccncono 39 11 PAT4 compatiblity ir eee else eae ed EN 40 12 Care and maintenance see 40 Appendix A Test types explained cui eee 41 A 1 Continuity amp bond testing a4av4v25951 eres ed 41 A 2 insulation testing erre eee 42 A 3 Leakade testing re 42 A 3 3 TOUCH Current Test IP coi eee 42 A 4 Load Operation testing erreren ere ee 43 A 5 RCD es 43 A 6 Power lead extension lead testing oocooocccocncocncconccncncncnnoncncnnnnoncnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonarnnnanennes 43 A 7 Flash testing PAT450 Only ooocooocccocccoococonococococnnoncnconnnoncnnncnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnonnrnnnnnnnnnos 44 A 8 Parallel path WARNING 0 it ren nenn 44 A 9 Additional testing information cococccccccconcccnccocnconnnnnnnnnnnoncnnnnnnonnnonnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnncinass 44 A A a o e y ee eee 44 Appendix B Bar Code sample table ooccocccoccoocccoccocncocnconocononcnconnonnoncnnonononononononnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnaninanens 45 Appendix C SPECIMNICa ION ss 46 Appendix D Ordering INnformati0N ooccocccocccocncociocncocncnnnonnoncnnocnnononononnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnaninanen 48 Appendix E Repair and Warranty o coocooccoccocncoc
32. ns of damage All test leads probes and clips must be in good order clean and with no broken or cracked insulation Probes and clips should be held behind the finger guard Test leads not used during a measurement should be disconnected from the appliance tester For dual voltage testers both sockets can be live simultaneously Only connect one asset to the PAT during testing Tests should be carried out in the order recommended below An appliance that fails a test should be repaired before further testing is carried out Recommended sequence 1 Earth bond continuity of the protective earth conductor Class I devices 2 Insulation test or earth leakage In addition further tests can be performed but ONLY AFTER 1 amp 2 above 3 Operation test 4 Leakage test Only perform an operational test after the earth bond and insulation tests have been completed as this test operates at mains voltage During testing ensure no hazard will exist as a result of normal running or under fault conditions During testing the unit under test asset should not be touched other than using the appropriate accessories as faulty appliances can present a shock hazard Do not touch the exposed parts of test leads during tests as hazardous voltages may be present due to potentially faulty appliance X 3 Do not touch the IEC extension lead socket pins especially during a test as hazardous voltages may be present due to a potentially
33. ove 36 10 3 Quick test configuration QUICK TESTS are available to aid in commissioning and repair of electrical equipment The QUICK TEST keys allow direct access to individual tests without the need to use test groups The test times of the QUICK TESTS can be adjusted independently of test groups To adjust the QUICK TEST settings Select QUICK TEST KEYS from the SETUP menu options Use UP or DOWN arrows to select the test type Press OK to access the drop down options Select the test time required Press OK to accept Press ESC to exit QUICK TEST setup IRON was NN Nr O Nr 10 4 Date time settings To change the time or date settings 1 Using the RIGHT ARROW key select SETUP in the top menu option then the DOWN arrow to select Date Time as below Setup Client Location Quick tests 2 Press OK to accept 4 For DATE settings use LEFT RIGHT arrow keys to select the field to be changed Enter the desired values using the keyboard For TIME settings use the DOWN arrow key to select TIME then the LEFT RIGHT arrow keys to select the fields to be changed 5 Press the save a HOTKEY to accept changes 37 10 5 Changing language selection To change the language settings 3 Using the RIGHT ARROW key select SETUP in the top menu option then the DOWN arrow to select Language as below 4 Press OK to accept The language selection screen will be displayed Please select your lang
34. own below Add asset screen as shipped with no Add asset screen with asset data to be saved assets saved Note Client and location must be changed in SETUP Add Asset AGE ABDEL a he nese COPY last ASSET Tast Group Select test group v Test Group SC v Description Description Fan hantar Ser a number l Sena number 85033455N Fuso rating A Fuse rating A oT Room IO e Room ID Room 7 Retest Frequency H 12 Retest Frequency M 12 Chen Default Chent Defsaukt Locaton Defouk en et SAVE results to Enter asset ID and select test group Press spa w pr ae pe H Press Esc to abort TEST lo store and HOME or ESC lo abort memory Definitions of fields Field Limit Description Asset ID 10 000 Unique number or combined letters and numbers Enter by typing from the keyboard or scanning a bar code Separate clients can use the same ID But one Client cannot have two identical Asset IDs Test group 100 Drop down box of available test groups Press OK to access list DOWN UP arrow to select and OK to enter Description General description of asset Cooling fan Bosch hand drill etc Serial number The manufacturer s serial number 21 Room ID Fuse rating A Location of asset to room level Fuse fitted to the mains plug or internal fuse if using continental plugs Client 50 Customers name This is created in SETUP Location 50 Site detail
35. portable RCD to the PAT400 1 Connect the RCD to the 230 V test socket on the PAT400 2 Using the IEC test lead adaptor connect the IEC plug of the adaptor lead into the IEC socket on the PAT400 3 Connect the MAINS plug of the IEC test lead adaptor into the RCD 3 2 Testing an asset The PAT400 s are designed to automatically test electrical equipment using TEST GROUPS A TEST GROUP is a specific group of tests suitable for the type of asset being tested The PAT tester is shipped with a pre defined set of test groups However others can be added as required up to a maximum of 100 section 8 Before a test will run a TEST GROUP must be selected There are three options to start the test sequence e OPTION 1 Select a test group from the HOTKEY options e OPTION 2 Press the TEST button This will run the current test group defaults to first test group in list e OPTION 3 Scan the asset ID with a bar code scanner then press TEST asset details must already be stored in the PAT400 otherwise PAT400 defaults to ADD ASSET screen 14 Option 1 Option 2 1 2 Starting a TEST USING HOT KEYS Select a Class I Class Il IEC extension lead or RCD test group by pressing one of the HOT KEY options A list of TEST GROUPS are displayed that are relevant to that type of equipment Example Class test groups EN 2 SC1 250V EN Class test groups Class 1500V Insulation M M Class 12
36. r was disconnected without any delay Any test results are retained On reconnection the previous test result can still be saved The rechargeable 9 V NIMH battery is used to maintain hibernation status whilst unplugged This battery is continuously charged whilst the appliance tester is connected to the mains supply Continuous use of the hibernation mode will discharge the battery Should the move take longer than 5 minutes the appliance tester will leave hibernation mode and complete a full power down 3 Testing with a PAT400 3 1 Connecting an asset to the PAT400 Assets are tested through the test connectors on the top of the instrument An asset is simply plugged into the appropriate socket A power cord IEC lead or an extension lead needs to be wrapped back to the small IEC socket on the top of the instrument This allows automatic testing of continuity and polarity without connecting the remote probe Standard Class and Class ll assets will also use the additional remote probe for BOND INSULATION or LEAKAGE testing The instruction to connect it is displayed on the screen at the appropriate time The following drawings show how the asset under test should be connected at the start of testing NOTE The dotted line indicates where a 110 V asset would be connected UK PAT testers only Other test leads may need to be connected during the test sequence Follow on screen instructions NEVER CONNECT MORE THAN ONE ASS
37. revious PAT testers To maintain compatibility when transferring data between the PAT 4 and the PAT400s the following should be considered Test options The PAT400s include additional tests not available on the PAT4 These include ROD testing Touch leakage Substitute leakage Test groups Test groups that contain tests not available on the PAT4 should be avoided The PAT4 only allows 3 characters in the name of a test group Use Test groups that conform to the PAT4 format Memory capacity The PAT400s have 10x the storage capability of the PAT4 storing up to 10 000 records compared to 1000 records This will allow full customer records to be uploaded rather than just a small segment ASSET ID The PAT400 can use the same ASSET ID across multiple clients For example Client 1 Asset 0001 0002 0003 Client 2 Asset 0001 0002 0003 However the same asset ID cannot be used in different locations under one client for example Allowed Client 1 Location 1 0001 0002 0003 Location 2 0004 0005 0006 Client 2 Location 1 0001 0002 0003 Location 2 0004 0005 0006 Not allowed Client 1 Location 1 0001 0002 0003 Location 2 0001 0002 0003 Care and maintenance The PAT400 should only be opened or repaired by an approved Megger service centre or by Megger instruments Limited To clean the instrument use a damp cloth or isopropyl alcohol To clean the display window only use a lint free cloth For warranty repairs se
38. s Each client can have multiple locations This is created in SETUP Assets marked are mandatory fields Data cannot be saved unless these are completed Either DEFAULT of client name and location required before data can be saved 4 2 Saving a test result On completion of a test sequence the message asset PASSED and the SAVE key will appear 1 HOTKEY or press PETT iin Press the SAVE to print a bar code label and SAVE If no asset ID was entered before testing started the asset screen will be displayed as below The test group will already be set as this was selected when the test was run If the asset data already existed in the database the asset screen will appear as in step 7 below Asset ID Test Group Descnption Serial number Fuse rating A COPY last ASSET SC1 Room ID Retest Frequency My 12 Glient Default Location Default Enter asset ID and select test group Press Esc to abort Enter the asset ID This can be via the keyboard or scanned in by bar code scanner If an asset ID already exists in memory a duplicate asset ID warning will be displayed In this case enter a different asset ID number Examples of asset ID formats 0001 0002 0179 7082 MEGGER0001 MEGGER0002 AA0001 AA0002 BF0001 BF0002 Press OK Use the DOWN ARROW to move down the list TEST GROUP cannot be modified as this was the test to which the test results apply
39. s for each asset can be viewed in the VIEW RESULTS menu option of the DATA folder as below 1 Select view results from the menu and press OK Data Backup To USB Restore From USB rt Results To USB Search and view last recorded test results of an asset Pres OK to begin ESC to abort The view test results screen will be displayed as below View test results SEARCH asset list Asset ID Test Group y Description Ser a number Fuse rating A Room ID Client Location Enter asset ID press search hotkey for list or manual entry Press ESC to abort ADD asset EDIT asset 2 Enter the asset ID or press the SEARCH asset HOTKEY to list the assets with results 3 Press OK to accept The VIEW TEST RESULTS Icon will appear as below 29 8 1 View test results Asset ID Test Group w Description Seria number Fuse rating A Room ID Client Location Enter asset ID press search hotkey for list or manual entry Press ESC to abort y VIEW TEST RESULTS 5 Press the VIEW TEST RESULTS hotkey The test results will be displayed for that asset as below 6 Also displayed is a Bar code print hotkey Duplicate bar codes can be printed from this screen by pressing the print key E 7 To exit this screen press HOME or ESC Test groups Overview of test groups Test groups are used to simplify the testing
40. sed to confirm there is separation between the live conductors live and neutral and any extraneous conductive parts The instrument will short together the live and neutral conductors and then apply a 500 V or 250 V insulation test between the temporarily connected live neutral and the earth Typically a test voltage of 500 V is used However on sensitive equipment or especially where there are surge protection devices fitted a 250 V option is available For Equipment with no return earth Class Il the use of an external probe is required to provide the return Leakage testing Differential earth leakage test IDIFF Also called protective conductor current Test voltage 230 Vac 50 Hz 319 9 mA The differential earth leakage test determines whether any current is flowing to earth Normally appliances should have no or very little earth leakage current A Class 2 double insulated appliance could exhibit earth leakage through its mountings or by operator contact During the test the actual mains voltage is also measured at the appliance socket In order to ensure that the equipment is safe even when the mains supply rises to its maximum permitted value 253 V the PAT calculates and displays the leakage current that would flow at this value Warning A differential test will operate the asset during the test Make sure the asset is well secured before the test commences Substitute leakage test IPE Also called alternative earth l
41. sh Earth Bond st Leakage Continuity Load y Insulation hdl ROD Polarity 4 Press the OK button to access the drop down list 33 Editing test groups Name Description Supply Visual Earth Bond Continuity Insulation Polarity SK2 EXT 1 EXT 2 EL 1 EL2 EL3 FAN PC Scroll down the list to find the test group to be edited and press OK to accept To scroll down the list a page at a time use the RIGHT arrow key The test group settings can be adjusted and saved as per the test group ADD function above 8 4 Deleting a test group To delete a test group 1 Using the RIGHT ARROW key select SETUP in the top menu option fi le Mir 2 Press the TEST GROUP EA HOTKEY 3 Press OK to activate the drop down list Scroll down to select the test group required FF 4 Press the delete test group W Deleting Test Groups Ne Ty Description Class standard Supply 230v M Class 1 hd Visual Flash Earth Bond ad Leakage st Continuity Load v insun fe rod 7 Polarity Bd HOTKEY The display will show the delete test group screen below 5 The display will ask for confirmation that the test group is to be deleted 6 Press
42. sset Asset ID Test Group Description Serial number Fuse rating A Room ID Client Megger Limited Location Archcliffe Road Enter asset ID or test group and press TEST to start a test or press Esc to abort Check the asset information matches the ASSET to be tested If so Press TEST and go to section 3 3 TEST PROGRESS If the asset information does not match the asset to be tested check the CLIENT is correct The same Asset ID can be used for different clients but one client cannot have duplicate asset IDs If the asset ID does not exist press the ADD ASSET icon The screen will jump to Add Asset screen Select the TEST GROUP The TEST GROUP is selected by pressing OK and selecting from a drop down list Additional information can also be added but this is not essential NOTE When scanning an Asset ID that exists in the database under a location that is different to that set in the PATs current status a yellow warning indicator will show on the Location field as below Press the TEST button Go to section 3 3 TESTING PROGRESS for further information on the test sequence 17 3 3 Test progress The PAT400 display all the tests to be run in the selected test group Each test is run sequentially and the results displayed for each test before proceeding to the next test A FAIL on any test will prevent further testing for safety purposes Test screen example Class I asset Test results screen List of
43. t display icon Used for fast selection of options Es Copy last asset m N Re run test 0 Save print label HH View test result eee 2 Le lt D List test groups Print barcode m Hot keys Quick access to frequently used test groups and other options Getting started Switching ON the PAT400 Connect the instrument to a suitable electrical supply either 230 Vac or 110 Vac For testing 230 V electrical equipment connect the PAT tester to a 230 V electrical outlet For testing 110 V electrical equipment connect the PAT tester to a 110 V electrical outlet using the optional 110 V to 230 V supply lead adaptor Refer to section 3 for further details The appliance tester will automatically start when connected to the mains supply IMPORTANT DO NOT connect any equipment to the PAT tester until it has been switched on and passed self test Connected equipment will create a relay error and necessitate restarting the appliance tester Power should be disconnected and reconnected Start up initialisation The first time the Pat tester is started the instrument will ask for the operating language time and date to be set Please select your language English Wablon sie thre sparacho vor Deutsch Selectoor uw taal 3 Nederiandisch 1 Use the UP DOWN arrows to select the operating language from the options listed 2 Press OK when complete Enter time and
44. t group COPY last ASSET Description Serial number Fuse rating A Room ID Client Megger Limited Location Archcliffe Road Enter asset ID and select test group Press Esc to abort 2 Enter an ASSET ID using the keyboard or bar code scanner 3 Select a TEST GROUP from the drop down memory 23 4 5 Completion of the remaining asset fields are optional Add Asset COPY last ASSET Asset ID 000734 t Test Group SC1 Description Fan heater Serial number 8S0334 88N Fuse rating A 3 Room ID Room 23 Client Megger Limited Location Archcliflo Road Press save hotkey to store asset data TEST to store and HOME or ESC to abort SAVE results to memorv Press the SAVE button The asset data will be saved to memory The screen should display the SAVED message and return to the ADD ASSET screen 5 2 Copying the previously added asset 1 From the HOME screen press the ADD ASSET p HOTKEY icon The following empty asset screen will appear COPY last ASSET Asset ID Test Group Select test group Description Fuse rating A Room ID Client Default Location Default Enter asset ID and select test group Press ESC to abort BA To recall the last asset to the screen press the HOTKEY This will recall the last asset added to the database z Asset ID 000234 Test Group SC1
45. t results to memory and print a bar code label a Megger USB barcode printer must be connected prior to requesting this function Save test results to memory and return to the initial screen Go to section 4 to learn about using the memory or Section 4 2 saving a result to memory To return to the HOME screen without saving the results press HOME button Test fail screen Should an asset fail a test at any stage the test sequence is stopped and the screen message ASSET FAILED is displayed Test results rer Repeat test sequence Diff Leakage lt 3 5 mA Print bar code label amp SAVE E results to memory Test Group SC1 ASSET FAILED B SAVE results to memorv Example Asset has failed the insulation test Pass limit set to 0 5 MQ Measurement recorded at 0 03 MQ The same options are available as an asset that has passed e Asset can be re tested e Test results can be saved and a bar code FAIL label printed if connected e Test results can be saved to memory WARNING Power On tests Running a leakage or load test will operate the asset under test Some assets such as vacuum cleaners disc cutters etc can draw high initial load currents The PAT400 will under certain circumstances report the asset is short circuit If this warning is displayed it is recommended the following actions are taken 1 Where possible check the asset is not a short circuit appliance the fuse would normally be blown in such c
46. tests in test group Test results column Test limits column 3000 VA EET a he LOTT Lesage 45 mA Test Group SC1 Pass limit set for this test Timer Os Bond gt 1 990 Current test values or Instructions during the test Actual measurement result Sequence Interruption to automatic testing Testing proceeds automatically unless an action is required from the operator These include e Connection of BOND test lead Class assets Connection of Insulation test lead Class II assets Repeat bond test multiple bond tests within one test group Powered test authorisation where asset will run electric drill etc RCD reset and manual test button operation Follow on screen instructions as they appear 3 4 Remote probe and clip Some tests will require the use of the remote probe and clip These are used where the asset under test has no earth return Class ll assets Test using the remote probe include Insulation testing on Class II equipment Continuity bond testing on Class equipment Touch leakage testing The PAT400 will instruct the operator when the remote probe needs to be connected Example of remote probe application Class ll insulation test Riso Live and neutral are shorted together automatically in the PAT RED LINK and a voltage 250 V or 500 V is applied between the shorted L N and the remote probe The probe is connected to any metallic locations on the appliance und
47. tion is likely to be impaired if for example it shows visible damage fails to perform the intended measurements has been subjected to prolonged storage under unfavourable conditions or has been subjected to severe transport stresses NEW INSTRUMENTS ARE GUARANTEED FOR 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BY THE USER Note Any unauthorized prior repair or adjustment will automatically invalidate the Warranty CALIBRATION REPAIR AND SPARE PARTS For service requirements for Megger Instruments contact Megger Instruments Limited Archcliffe Road Dover Kent CT17 9EN England Tel 44 0 1304 502 243 Fax 44 0 1304 207 342 Megger operate fully traceable calibration and repair facilities ensuring your instrument continues to provide the high standard of performance and workmanship you expect These facilities are complemented by a worldwide network of approved repair and calibration companies to offer excellent in service care for your Megger products Returning your product to Megger UK and USA service centres 1 When an instrument requires recalibration or in the event of a repair being necessary a Returns Authorisation RA number must first be obtained from the address shown above You will be asked to provide the following information to enable the Service Department to prepare in advance for receipt of your instrument and to provide the best possible service to you Model e g PAT400 Serial number to be found on the
48. ton ensures correct operation 1 2x test ensures the RCD does not trip too easily 1xI test 30 mA trip to ensure trip function works correctly ie lt 300 ms 5 X Ensures trip function works quickly on large fault currents ie lt 40 ms The test result is stored as a single PASS or FAIL result as there is no value in storing the individual trip times Test button failure The RCD test sequences include an RCD test button check This works by automatically monitoring the 230 V supply through the RCD If the RCD test button fails to trip the RCD the RCD has failed However the PAT400 will wait for a trip In this case a manual fail is required PRESS THE F key This will log the test as a fail and allow the result to be saved Power lead extension lead testing Power cords and extension leads are tested in a similar way The principle differences are the need to use an extension lead adaptor when testing extension leads as the lead must be looped back to the PAT400 to allow bond and polarity testing Extension leads or power leads with surge protection should be tested with an Insulation test voltage of 250 V This prevents the surge protection from operating and artificially failing the lead 43 A 7 A 8 A 9 Extension leads fitted with RCDs should be tested as per an ordinary plug in RCD In addition the following tests can be used Bond test continuity test Differential leakage test The RCD must be switche
49. tor 110 V BS 6220 639 Extension lead adaptor ELA 230 V AU AS NZ2531 12 2000 883 Extension lead adaptor ELA 230V SC CEE7 7 2000 882 Extension lead adaptor ELA 120V US 2001 290 Flash lead 3 0 kV 3 5 mA red 5310 401 Carry case with lead document pouch 2000 962 Plug adaptor IEC C6 C13 Sway 5A PSU 2000 551 Optional accessories PowerSuite software Extension lead adaptor ELA 110 V BS4343 6220 639 110 V mains lead adaptor BS1363 BS4343 1000 766 415 V adaptor lead 4 pin to AU AS NZ253112 16A 1000 769 415 V adaptor lead 4 pin to BS BS1363 16A 4000 767 415 V adaptor lead 4 pin to SC CEE7 7 16A 1000 768 415 V adaptor lead 5 pin to AU AS NZ253112 16A 1000 772 415 V adaptor lead 5 pin to BS BS1363 16A 4000 770 415 V adaptor lead 5 pin to SC CEE7 7 16A 1000 771 Bar code scanner USB 1001 047 Pass fail barcode label printer USB 1001 046 USB lead PAT Printer 25970 041 Barcode printer label refills Cartridge 90001 010 Appliance bar code labels 1 1000 6121 483 Roll of 1000 FAIL test labels 1001 227 Roll of 1000 PASS test labels 1000 971 PAT accessory pouch 2001 044 PAT test certificate book 1001 299 48 Appendix E Repair and Warranty The instrument contains static sensitive devices and care must be taken in handling the printed circuit board If an instrument s protection has been impaired it should not be used but sent for repair by suitably trained and qualified personnel The protec
50. ts 0 to 0 49 Q 15 5 digits 0 5 to 99 Q 10 mQ 1 to 19 99 O O to 19 990 2 5 digits 0 to 19 99 MQ 5 10 digits 20 to 99 99 MQ 0 01 MQ 0 10 to 99 99 MQ 40 V a c 10 nominal mains frequenc 5 5 digits 0 01 mA 0 to 19 99 mA Nominal mains suppl 5 5 digits 0 01 mA 0 to 19 99 mA Nominal mains suppl 5 5 digits 0 01 mA 0 to 10 mA Nominal mains suppl 5 10 digits 0 to 99 VA 5 50 digits 100 VA 999 VA 5 100 digits 1000 VA 3700 VA 1 VA 0 to 3700 VA 0 to 3 99 KVA Bond insulation amp polarit 12 V lt lt lt lt lt SPECIFICATIONS Polarity checks Flash test Flash test voltage Flash test current Flash test breakdown current accuracy Flash test breakdown current resolution Display range Portable RCD test Test voltage amp frequency Test current accuracy Trip time accuracy Trip time resolution Display range Fuse test Test voltage Warning Environmental Weight Instrument with packaging Weight Instrument with packaging Weight Instrument with packaging Dimensions mm Instrument Dimensions mm Instrument Dimensions mm Packaging Operating temperature Storage temperature Humidity Maximum altitude Dust and water ingress protection Design Standards Safety EMC Lead OK Live neutral S C Live neutral reversed Live neutral O C 1500 V a c nominal for Class 1 3000 V a c no
51. uage ff English Wahlen sie Ihre sparache vor Deutsch Selecteer uw taal Nederlandisch 6 Use the UP DOWN arrow keys to select the required language 7 Press OK or the save a HOTKEY to accept 10 6 Restoring default settings WARNING Restoring factory default settings will overwrite existing stored data Stored data will be lost Megger strongly recommend backing up and storing data prior to restoring factory settings These can then be restored if necessary To restore the PAT400 to the factory shipped configuration 1 Using the RIGHT ARROW key select SETUP in the top menu option then the DOWN arrow to select DEFALT SETTINGS option as below 38 2 Press OK to accept selection 3 The display will show a warning that all results and test groups will be rest to factory settings Existing records and test groups should be backed up prior to restoring factory settings 4 Press OK to accept Esc to abort 5 The display will show confirmation that the default setting have been restored 10 7 ABOUT PAT400 software version and Megger contact details To select the product information and Megger contact details 1 Using the RIGHT ARROW key select SETUP in the top menu option then the DOWN arrow to select ABOUT option 2 Press OK to access the ABOUT screen 3 To exit the ABOUT screen press ESC 39 11 12 PAT4 compatibility The PAT400 s have additional test capability that does not exist on p
52. underside of the case or on the calibration certificate Reason for return e g calibration required or repair Details of the fault if the instrument is to be repaired 2 Make a note of the RA number A returns label can be emailed or faxed to you if you wish 3 Pack the instrument carefully to prevent damage in transit 4 Ensure the returns label is attached or that the RA number is clearly marked on the outside of the package and on any correspondence before sending the instrument freight paid to Megger Copies of the original purchase invoice and packing note should be sent simultaneously by airmail to expedite clearance through customs In the case of instruments requiring repair outside the warranty period an immediate quotation can be provided when obtaining the RA number o You may track the progress of your return on line at www megger com Approved Service Centres A list of Approved Service Centres may be obtained from the UK address above or from Megger s website at www megger com 49 Megger Limited Archcliffe Road Dover Kent CT17 9EN England Tel 44 0 1304 502100 Fax 44 0 1304 207342 Megger 4271 Bronze Way Dallas TX 75237 1017 U S A Tel 1 800 723 2861 U S A only Tel 1 214 330 3203 International Fax 1 214 337 3038 Megger Valley Forge Corporate Centre 2621 Van Buren Avenue Norristown PA 19403 USA Tel 1 610 676 8500 Fax 1 610 676 8610 Megger SARL Z A Du
53. v Description Fan heater Serial number B50334 8BN Fuse rating A 3 Room ID Room 23 Client Default Location Default Enter asset ID and select test group Press ESC to abort Change the Asset ID to access the SAVE function The SAVE function is only available when the ASSET ID has been changed Change any other asset information if necessary Press the SAVE HOTKEY to save the ASSET to memory 24 6 1 6 2 Editing and deleting assets and results All asset data can be edited or deleted as required Editing asset data 1 From the HOME screen enter the SETUP menu option by pressing the RIGHT arrow key Setup Da Client Location Quick Test Keys Setup Date Time Language Default Settings About EDIT asset SQ 2 Press the EDIT ASSET HOTKEY The EDIT ASSET screen should be displayed Enter an ASSET ID to be edited To list the assets in the database press the SEARCH asset 7 HOTKEY Test Asset Assel ID Test Group SC1 Description Fan heater Seria number BS0334 RAN Fuse rating A Room ID Client Megge Limited Location Archcliffe Road Press TEST to start test or FSC to Abort 3 Edit the asset details as required and press the SAVE key to store changes Deleting assets tr 1 Repeat the above process When the required asset is displayed press the DELETE W asset HOTKEY 2 A screen message confirming the deletion is displayed 3 Press OK
54. writes all current data Are you sure you want to proceed Press OK to conform ESC to cancel 5 Press OK to accept the file for import restore 6 The file will be imported On completion the message File transfer complete will be displayed USB Operation complete Press OK to continue WARNING Importing or restoring a file will overwrite the existing assets and results in the database Always ensure existing data has been saved prior to importing new data 7 3 Export results to CSV Assets and test results can be exported to a CSV file format This file can be opened with a CSV viewer WARNING This file cannot be used to restore data to the PAT400 Too export data and test results to CSV 1 Connect a USB stick to either of the type A USB sockets on the front of the PAT400 2 Select export results to USB and press OK The following screen will appear Backup to USB File name Restore From USB xport Results To USB Export01 view Results Please enter export CSV file name maximum 8 alphanumeric characters Press OK to continue ESC to abort 3 Enter a name for the CSV file Up to 8 characters can be used Use letters and or numbers Press 28 7 4 OK when ready 4 The CSV file will be saved to the USB memory stick On completion the following message will be displayed f in fi Ts A USB Operation complete Press OK to continue Accessing test results Test result
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