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1. 9 Fuse Type D o RCD 10mA l e p e A an La s a Ue 50V Fuse T 5s Rlim 5000 Isc_lim 21 64 INSULATION Z LINE CART RcD En u NSULATION 2 LINEJAT TT RcD En E Z LOOP 2 13 isc 1084 amp 1 760 xr 1 200 Beskyttelse Sikring Fuse Type D Fuse 4A Fuse T 5s Ilsc lim 21 54 qu INSULATION Z LINE CETT RCD ER Figure H 3 Examples of loop impedance measurement results Displayed results Lm Fault loop impedance Klo MR Prospective fault current ROSTRUM Resistive part of loop impedance p Reactive part of loop impedance 148 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix H DK modifications Prospective fault current Isc is calculated from measured impedance as follows Wem Un x Koc SC Z where ies Nominal U_ pe voltage see table below KSC oou Correction factor for Isc see chapter 4 4 2 Input voltage L PE 230 V 185 V lt U Lpe lt 266 V Notes a High fluctuations of mains voltage influence the measurement results The noise sign HiH is displayed in the message field in such case Repeat the measurement a Isc is not calculated in case the terminal voltage monitor does not detect voltage state that corresponds to the selected supply system indication a This measurement will trip out RCD in RCD protected electrical installation if Sikring is selected as breaking device instead of RCD 149
2. 137 CEN IUOS mE ES 137 G 1 1 LEE E OU ase tT 137 GZ WWISCCIHANCOUS orso Ta 138 G 2 1 Operation MOS tintos dic 138 5 9 Mea U eME S sisse ibat SS 138 G 3 1 AP a I PMCID 139 G 3 2 Resistance to earth connection and equipotential bonding 140 G 3 3 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current oocccoccconccoccconnconocononos 143 G 3 4 Line impedance and prospective short circuit current sseessesesse 145 H Appendix H DK modifications 11eeeeeeeee eee nennen nennen 147 H 1 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current 147 MI 3105 EurotestXA Preface 1 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the instrument and its accessories from METREL The instrument was designed on basis of rich experience acquired through many years of dealing with electric installation test equipment The multifunctional hand held installation tester EurotestXA is intended for all tests and measurements required for total inspection of electrical installations in buildings In general the following measurements and tests can be performed a True rms voltage and frequency phase sequence a Insulation resistance Resistance to earth connection and equipotential bonding plus continuous resistance measurement Line impedance Voltage drop Loop impedance RCD protection Resistance
3. gt 10 lt 30 999 ms T TN m gt 30 vbl gt 999 ms Minimum test period for current of 2xlan RCD shall not trip out Test current and measurement accuracy correspond to AS NZ requirements Maximum test times related to selected test current for general non delayed RCD Maximum test times related to selected test current for selective time delayed RCD Standard EN 61008 EN 61009 EN 60364 4 41 1000 ms 1000 ms BS 7671 2000 ms AS NZ IV 1000 ms 1000 ms 39 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Miscellaneous 4 4 3 Memory E MEMORY B In this menu the stored data can be recalled viewed X E XT and cleared See chapter 6 Data handling for more information MEMORY TEST Figure 4 25 Memory options Keys Select option ESC Exits this option TEST Enters selected option 4 4 4 Date and time EM 6SET DATE TIME Date and time can be set in this menu Figure 4 26 Setting date and time Keys gt Selects the field to be changed NIN Modify selected field ESC Exits date and time setup without changes TEST Confirms new setup and exits 40 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Miscellaneous 4 4 5 Initial settings E INITIAL SETTINGS P Instrument settings and measurement parameters and limits are set to their initial values in this menu Voltage System Contrast COM Port Language Function parameters will be set to default E SE
4. MEMORY 2 opti CLA ESO E In select option to delete particular result CLEAR TESTS or modify installation data structure REE 99 7 SELECTED 4 12 001 INSULATION 03 Mar 2006 07 37 002 CONTINUITY 02 Mar 2006 14 15 003 Z LINE 03 Mar 2006 07 32 004 RCD of 03 Mar 2006 07 38 dl Rename El Change view Figure 6 12 Clear test menu Keys V Select location TEST Opens dialog for clearing in installation data structure TAB Moves focus into result field for selection of surplus result see 6 5 7 F2 Enters installation structure tree view to select appropriate location F1 Renames current location ESC Back to the last mode of the instrument 6 5 1 Clearing specialties In the result field the particular stored test result can be cleared REE 99 7 REE 99 7 001 INSULATION 25 May 1970 00 001 INSULATION 002 CONTINUITY 07 5ep 2005 10 12 002 CONTINUITY 07 5ep 2005 10 12 003 Z LINE 07 5ep 2005 10 27 003 Z LINE 07 5ep 2005 10 27 004 RCD Y 07 Sep 2005 10 28 004 RCD 2005 10 28 CLEAR TEST Selection of data for clearing Dialog before clear Figure 6 13 Clearing particular test Keys Keys in opened dialog V Select stored test Select YES NO TEST Opens dialog for clearing selected test TEST Confirms selected option ESC Back to last mode of the instrument ESC Cancels without changes 90 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Editing instal
5. Voltage between line 2 and protective conductor D 3 3 Line impedance see chapter 5 5 the measurement is the same only terminal voltage monitor indication corresponds to IT system 117 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix D IT supply systems D 3 4 RCD testing RCD testing is performed in the same way as in TN TT system See chapter 5 3 with the following exception Uc measurement is not relevant Test circuit with bypassing principle should correspond to that on figure D 3 ma m E ARA LII2 JJ N IF f Figure D 3 RCD testing in IT system D 3 5 IMD testing This function is intended for checking the alarm threshold of insulation monitor devices IMD by applying a changeable resistance between L1 PE and L2 PE terminals See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys Li PE L2 qus tun ue a de CURRENT SENSOR CIAO SFL Figure D 4 IMD test Test parameters for IMD test Type OFF I R Minimum insulation resistance 20 0 KQ 118 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix D IT supply systems Test circuit for IMD test UA SS Figure D 5 Connection with plug commander and universal test cable Keys in IMD test procedure V s Change terminals to which resistance is applied L1 PE or L2 PE lt I gt Change the selected line TEST Starts stops test procedure IMD test procedure Select the WDRO 1044 function Enable and set limit value
6. Warnings n n a Maximum allowed voltage between any test terminal and ground is 600 V Maximum allowed voltage between test terminals is 550 V Maximum short term voltage of external power supply adapter is 14 V Do not connect any voltage source on clamp connector sockets It is intended for connection of current clamp with current output only Maximum continuous current of current clamp input is 30 mA 15 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument description Back panel 3 3 Back panel Figure 3 3 Back panel Legend 1 Battery fuse compartment cover 2 Back panel information label 3 Fixing screws for battery fuse compartment cover Figure 3 4 Battery and fuse compartment Legend 1 Fuse F1 T 315 mA 250 V 2 Fuse F2 T4A 500 V 3 Fuse F3 T4A 500 V 4 Serial number label o Battery cells Size AA alkaline rechargeable NiMH or NiCd 6 Battery holder Can be removed from the instrument 16 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument description Bottom 3 4 Bottom RCD EN 61557 6 N It 10mA 30mA 100mA 300mA 500mA 1A Nominal voltage 100V 1264V 15Hz 500Hz Contact voltage Uc 0 0V 1 100 0V Rs 0 00 10 00k 1 Rs Uc lin Tripping time non delayed time delayed RCDs 1 Oms 300ms 500ms 2 0ms 150ms 200ms 5 0ms 40ms 150ms Uc 0 0V1100 0V Tripping current 11 0 201on 0 1 1 CEN AC 01 50 lin A ti Oms O 300ms Uc 0 0V O 100 0V Multiplier 00 5 01 02 05 Resistance to e
7. Rated Disconnection time s current 35m 01 02 HA Min prospective short circuit current A 30 30 3 hn 2830 30 40 200 200 200 200 200 50 250 X 250 250 250 200 9 63 35 4293105 3 ss 1065 305 Fuse type C Rated Disconnection time s current 35m 01 02 04 45 Min prospective short circuit current A 5 5 25 2 1 Disconnection time s 35m 01 02 j 04 A Min prospective short circuit current A 109 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix A Fuse table Fuse type D Rated current Disconnection time s Min prospective short circuit current A 10 2 7 110 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix B Accessories for specific measurement B Appendix B Accessories for specific measurements The table below presents standard and optional accessories required for specific measurement The accessories marked as optional may also be standard ones in some sets Please see attached list of standard accessories for your set or contact your distributor for further information Function 1 Suitable accessories Optional with ordering code A Insulation a Universal test cable a Tip commander A 1176 Continuity a Universal test cable a Tip commander A 1176 o Probe test lead 4m A 1012 a Universal test cable a Tip commander A 1176 a Universal test cable a Plug commander a Plug cable a Tip commander A 117
8. Ec VOLTAGE TRMS d 12 36 Eq VOLTAGE TRMS do FEI u21 39 1v 49 992 u21 39 1v TEETE 1 v 41 2 3 uz1 09 1 v u32 2390v u32 39 1v 50 00nz amp 3 2 1 L1 L3 L2 L1 L3 L2 o ee 3917 330 3917 391 LIBET SICONTINUITY INSULATION e LIBET SICONTINUITY INSULATION Figure 5 30 Examples of voltage measurement in three phase system Displayed results for single phase system Uln Voltage between phase and neutral conductors Ulpe Voltage between phase and protective conductors Unpe Voltage between neutral and protective conductors Tesem frequency Displayed results for three phase system AA Voltage between phases L1 and L2 Su M Voltage between phases L1 and L3 S pc E Voltage between phases L2 and L3 a iore Correct connection CW rotation sequence A M Invalid connection CCW rotation sequence occid frequency 65 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Resistance to earth 5 Resistance to earth Resistance to earth is important for protection against electric shock This function is intended for verification of earthing of house installation and other earthings e g earthing for lighting The measurement conforms to the EN 61557 6 standard The following resistance to earth sub functions are available a Standard 3 wire for standard resistance to earth measurements a One clamp for measuring resistance to earth of individual earthing rod
9. EurotestXA MI 3105 Instruction manual Version 3 6 HW 3 Code no 20 751 009 Nig E METREL vi Distributor Manufacturer METREL d d Ljubljanska cesta 77 1354 Horjul Slovenia web site http www metrel si e mail metrel metrel si O 2006 2010 METREL The trade names Metrel Smartec Eurotest Autosequence are trademarks registered or pending in Europe and other countries No part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means without permission in writing from METREL MI 3105 EurotestXA Table of contents A AA A 7 2 Safety and operational CconsSideratiONS ocooncccncocnnocccocncnnnennnenanonnnonncnnronarenannnnnnanenas 8 21 Wamngs and NOLES TU 8 2 2 Battery and charging cooccocccoonccccocnconconncancnconnnnnnonconnnonnnnnnnanoncnnnnnnnnnnnnanenrnnannnss 11 2 2 1 New battery cells or cells unused for a longer period 12 Qu Sanda rasa o PE 13 3 Instrument GESEFI DUO IN iia 14 3 1 OI DANN NETT T T T ITTITTTTUTTUMTMM 14 32 sGODDeclor Dale sedcdissdtdesdpsuiteudpduditcutpunteudps ed ecudgu cu Sepe dp S dR SR MEO NNDEPI Nd UNE 15 Deo WACK DANG inci TUO UOTE 16 Sas DOMO srta no 17 29 DISplay organization sica tata N 18 3 5 1 Terminal Voltage MONON san ciu it 18 3 5 2 MENU DUI ec eck E ade diia 19 320 0 Message Neid et sheesh oyster OL o om 19 3 5 4 A Tm 20 940 0 OMC messages qute ae ae tai ect es aec C MEC
10. occcoccncoccccccnconnncncncncnccnnncnnnononononnnonnnnos 38 4 4 3 MEMON nas ES 40 4 4 4 AUS andlMS T ER TTL MP 40 4 4 5 Iur iuge cC H 41 4 4 6 COMMUMIGAHOM DOLE earran E A 43 4 4 7 LOCION asi dt d 43 4 4 8 Operatoria a ias 44 S Measurement 45 5 1 INSUIatoORTeSIStanCO drid dida 45 5 2 Resistance to earth connection and equipotential bonding 4T 5 2 1 Continuity R200 MA MeasureMeNt oocncocnccccncccnccnonnnccnncnnnoncnnnncnnnnnonnnnonanonannnnaninanoss 47 0 2 2 mA resistance measurements eot d Ert pedet a boe E E d D 49 MI 3105 EurotestXA Table of contents 5 2 3 Compensation of test leads resistance eeseeseeeen nne 50 5 0 TESMO ARCOS citado lie s ieoci o aic value sales alesalqinteite emis aie imei sau 52 5 3 1 Contact voltea de RCD UC o nd dance 53 9 3 2 A II A 54 903 9 TRPOUE CU Nba ones es ewes 55 5 3 4 FRED Altos tua sicin 56 5 4 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current 59 5 5 Line impedance prospective short circuit current and Voltage drop 60 5 5 1 Line impedance and prospective short circuit CuUrrent occooccocconionconconionconiocnnncnnnns 61 5 9 2 NW OWMAGS ONO oT A 62 5 6 Voltage frequency and phase sequence ccccecceecseeteceeeeteeeeeeeeeteeeeeeteeeeeees 64 Dil RESISTANCES TIO Calais 66 5 441 Standard 3 Wike measurement a nina didas 66 5 1 2 One clam
11. 5 200 1999 E pd mes Nominal voltage range 100 V 440 V Nominal frequency oocccoccccccccccccccnccncnno 50 Hz Maximum test current at 400V 267 A 10 ms Calculation of prospective short circuit current standard voltage value 230 V k Ui N 7 230 V 10 96 400 V k 4 UL 400 V 10 96 Calculation of prospective short circuit current non standard voltage value lamaxapn ue ND lui Nsph Cn Uo 2 v3 Era j V3 Za HOT is L L HOT kun CMT NEN hana 7 ecc ij L N HOT Li y Ro T X Ziayor y ox Ri EXI Lin N Rp T XN Za Nyuor 7 y ox Rin TX see 400 2 10 290 lt Un lt 400 iB eae 230 V lt Un lt 400 V 1 05 8 11 2 High precision fault loop impedance Measuring range according to EN61557 5 0 1999 mQ Measuring range mQ Resolution mQ 0 0 199 9 CI ig 200 1999 AS Nominal voltage range 100 V 440 V Nominal frequency e o0 Hz Maximum test current at 230 V 154 A 10 ms 105 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications Calculation of prospective short circuit current standard voltage value 230 V k 4 U pe 230 V 10 Calculation of prospective short circuit current non standard voltage value C MAX Ut pg C MIN os Unt pg MAX L PE KMIN L PE LE Z 1 PE HOT Zope ER Repe 3 Nue Z pE uoT y 1 OX Ripe E X o Unc pey 230
12. 5 Conventional touch voltage limit 25 V 50 VI The instrument is intended for testing of general L G non delayed and selective time delayed RCDs which are suited for a Alternating residual current AC type marked with symbol a Pulsating residual current A type marked with symbol a DC residual current B type marked with symbol Time delayed RCDs demonstrate delayed response characteristics They contain residual current integrating mechanism for generation of delayed trip out However contact voltage 131 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix F Country notes pre test in the measuring procedure also influences the RCD and it takes a period to recover into idle state Time delay of 30 s is inserted before performing trip out test to recover type RCD after pretests and time delay of 5 s is inserted for the same purpose for G type RCD Modification of the chapter 5 3 1 Contact voltage Uc RCD type proportional to Rated lan 1 O5x Ian any 2x1 05xlAN G 1 4x1 05xlan 0D S 2x1 4x1 05xlAN 2x1 05xlAN lt 30 mA 2x2x1 05xlAN 2x1 05xlAN 2x2x1 05xl uud Table F 1 Relationship between Uc and lin CD gt gt gt gt 813 Ll Ll egek O o lo Technical specifications remain the same F 2 2 ES modification CONTINUITY LOOP Re The procedure is intended for measurement the resistance of PE wiring between distribution board and indivi
13. Save the comment F1 437 _ k Enter Edit comment menu F2 437 Save the comment J TEST ALL Uso 500V Limit ON Limit 1MQ Exit parameter mode F1 432 SetPAUSE wait to reconnect measuring leads _ 35 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing 7 gt 4 3 2 Select VOLTAGE F1 4 3 2 SetPAUSE wait to connect mains voltage EL dam E 55 Set test parameters for line impedance and fuse FUSET 5s INE Exit parameter mode od z EMITE Test parameters for RCD trip out current test type nd results of this test are also contact voltage at l Ulim 50V and trip out time F1 A 43 2 SetPAUSE wait to activate RCD Tripout time t 30mA Test parameters for RCD trip out time test at 5 4y x5 result of this test is also contact voltage at lan 50V Exit parameter mode Exit the editing of sequence field F2 1435 Store prepared test sequence Confirm storing HAUTO SEQUENCE EET erification of wall socket 1 0 protected with fuse and RCD Sock 64 JmA 4C CONTINUITY INSULATION Figure 4 21 Auto sequence screen of the example above 36 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Miscellaneous 4 4 Miscellaneous Different instrument options can be set in the Options are e Es selection of mains supply system Pca system MEMORY Re
14. interruptores etc 3 O 14 Tubos canales etc 11 5 Conductores accesibles te Protecci n contra contactos indirectos F2 Aplicaci n REBT 2002 Aplicaci n REBT Tap Figure G 3 Inspections menu Inspection types type Aplicacion REBT 2002 Aplicacion REBT1973 Hasta diciembre 1975 Further keys are active after starting inspection F2 Clears all flags in selected schedule V Select individual item in selected schedule E gt Selected header line Apply same flag to all items in selected header Selected particular item Apply appropriate result flag to selected item Inspection procedure Select the kid ziesgie function Select Inspection type Press TEST key to start inspection Browse through items line by line and apply appropriate flags Press TEST or ESC key to stop inspection Store the inspection result optional 139 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 Hasta diciembre 1975 10 25 E Aplicaci n REBT 1973 10 20 REVISION PERIODICA REVISION PERIODICA Protecci n contra contactos directos Protecci n contra contactos directos Comprobaci n visual del buen estado de las Comprobaci n visual del buen estado de las envolventes cubiertas y aislamientos Ho envolventes cubiertas y aislamientos No presencia de roturas o grietas partes quemadas presencia de roturas o grietas partes quemadas o ennegrecidas etc o ennegrecidas e
15. the temperature inside the instrument is higher than the safety limit and measurement is prohibited until the temperature decreases under the allowed limit Fuse F1 has blown or not inserted jejej gai ER and zz functions It is possible to store result s High electrical noise during measurement Results may be impaired 19 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument description Display organization Probe resistances Rc or Rp could influence earth resistance result Low clamp current could influence earth resistance result aM Pause activated in auto sequence test Follow required activity for paused test function 3 5 4 Result field v Measurement result is inside pre set limits PASS x Measurement result is out of pre set limits FAIL O Measurement is aborted Consider displayed warnings and messages 3 5 5 Other messages Instrument settings and measurement parameters limits are set to Hard Reset initial factory values for more information refer to chapter 4 8 5 Recalling original settings CAL ERROR Service intervention required 3 5 6 Sound warnings Warning Dangerous voltage on the PE terminal is detected Periodic sound Refer to chapter 5 8 for more information 3 5 7 Help Key HELP Opens help screen The help menus contains some basic schematic connection diagrams to illustrate recommended connection of the instrument to the electrical installation and information about the instrument Pressing the H
16. 0Hz f 50 0Hz a Da a Figure 5 50 Example of 2 Q line loop measurement results Displayed results LS Line loop impedance Sas Prospective short circuit current BS Resistive part of line impedance D m Reactive part of line impedance The following parameters are displayed in sub screen for single phase line impedance measurement IscMaxL N Maximum prospective short circuit current IscMinL N Minimum prospective short circuit current ISCStd otandard prospective short circuit current When testing phase to phase line impedance the following parameters are displayed in sub screen IscMax3Ph Maximum three phase prospective short circuit current IscMin3Ph Minimum three phase prospective short circuit current IscMax2Ph Maximum two phase prospective short circuit current IscMin2Ph Minimum two phase prospective short circuit current ie wie MEER RT otandard prospective short circuit current The following parameters are displayed in sub screen for loop impedance measurement IscMaxL Pe Maximum prospective fault current IscMinL Pe Minimum prospective fault current ISCOLA serranas Standard prospective fault current 3 Contact voltage at maximum prospective fault current Contact voltage is measured against probe S terminal 6 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements PE test terminal Notes a F
17. 13 Examples of line impedance measurement result Displayed results VPE Line impedance oras Prospective short circuit current e Resistive part of line impedance A Reactive part of line impedance Prospective short circuit current is calculated as follows Unx ksc SC Z where Un Nominal L N or L1 L2 voltage see table below KSC suis Correction factor for Isc see chapter 4 4 2 Input voltage range L N or L1 L2 110 V 93 V lt Un lt 134 V 230 V 185 V lt ULn lt 266 V 400 V 321 V lt UL lt 485 V Note a High fluctuations of mains voltage can influence the measurement results The noise sign HiH is displayed in the messje na age field in this case Repeat the measurement a Isc is not calculated in case the terminal voltage monitor does not detect voltage state that corresponds to the selected supply system indication 146 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix H DK modifications H Appendix H DK modifications DK modifications relate to modified fault loop test group H 1 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current Fault loop is a loop comprising mains source line wiring and PE return path to the mains source The instrument has ability to measure impedance of mentioned loop and calculate short circuit current and contact voltage regarding the selected circuit breaker type The measurement is covered by requirements of the EN 61557 3 standard See 4 2 Single test for
18. 1999 mQ can be measured The measurement is covered by requirements of the EN 61557 3 standard Z LINE m L N TEI i See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys O DE nes Figure 5 48 Impedance adapter connected Test parameters for 2 line loop impedance measurement Function Z LINE Impedance function m L N mQ L L Functions Z LINE and Z LOOP FUSE type Selection of fuse type NV gG BB C K D FUSE Rated current of selected fuse Maximum breaking time of selected fuse Minimum short circuit current for selected fuse combination See Appendix A for reference fuse data Means no fuse selected Additional key F2 Toggles between result screens Test setup for 2 line loop impedance measurement y Figure 5 49 Connection of impedance adapter to the instrument 79 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements 2 Q line loop impedance 2 Q line loop impedance measuring procedure Connect Impedance adapter to the instrument see figure 5 49 Select the functions or ZIWeTe z Enable and set limit value optional Power ON the Impedance adapter ON OFF key green LED lits Connect Impedance adapter to tested installation Press the TEST key for measurement Store the result optional DOOD OODD E Z LINE m L N 20 37 5 E Z LINE m L N 20 38 e 1425 Isemaxtn 169a IscMinLN 102a il 64460 81424n0 53 000 iscstd 101a ind 224V ind 224V f 50
19. L2 NAL ee extension lead Figure 5 11 Shorted test leads examples for N PE Compensation of test leads resistance procedure Select the fe BT EM function any Connect test cable to the instrument and short N PE or L PE terminals see figure 5 11 Press the F1 key to open test leads resistance compensation menu Press the TEST key for measurement and compensation of test leads resistance Press the ESC key to return to function menu a 202 is limit value for test leads resistance compensation 51 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Testing RCD 5 3 Testing RCDs Various test and measurements are required for verification of RCD s in RCD protected installations Measurements are based on the EN 61557 6 standard The following measurements and tests sub functions can be performed Contact voltage Trip out time Trip out current RCD autotest 0DOD OO RCD Tripout time t 14 56 i See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys N e oan a 5 a NSULATION ZLINE ZLOOP Dm Figure 5 12 RCD test Test parameters for RCD test and measurement TEST RCD sub function test Tripout time t Uc AUTO Tripout current Idn Rated RCD residual current sensitivity lan 10 mA 30 mA 100 mA 300 mA 500 mA 1000 mA type RCD type v m 2 Actual test current relative to rated Idn 1 2 5 Conventional touch voltage limit 25 V 50 V The instrument is intended for testing of
20. MANSO PIES Ena 106 o lo Cenci A i T T Tm T TT 107 A Appendix Fics USC table anida 108 B Appendix B Accessories for specific measurements 111 C Appendix C Locator receiver R10K esee ener nennen nnn nnn 112 C 1 Tracing principles occocccoccoccconcociccnconcocnconcnnonononnoononnonnnnoncnrnnnnnnnonnnonncnnonnnnone 113 C 1 1 Positioning the rec ler ETE 113 C 1 2 POSIFONING current ca Msi o dede 113 C 1 3 Positioning selective DIODE 000 il 114 C 2 Detection distances for different connections occoccoccocnonnonnonncononnonnennonnennonoos 114 Gio TION DOWOPSHDDIV sas uh Quien oa beaux endlbe uen pepe SERA Dex sa pan oepu IS 114 GA IMatenanCO scsi e b tust du teu dus ada Aa nS bue eur ue du t 114 D Appendix D IT supply systems eeseereere ener enne nnn nnn 115 D 1 Standard references ssssssssssssse II I HH menn nennen nenne 115 D Fundamental Ss 115 Do Measurement guides a a oil 116 D 3 1 MI 3105 test functions and IT SyStemS oocccoccccccncconccononccnccnnncnnnonacnnnnnocnnnnanonos 117 D 3 2 Voltage Measur MEMES serra 117 D 3 3 EIne IMP CO AN Curacao 117 D 3 4 pig Coo or ii eae 118 D 3 5 IMD tESINO a eos 118 D 3 6 First fault leakage current ISFL oocccoccoconccocnccccncocncconononncnanococnnonnonanonnanonons 120 D4 Technical specifications saietera A me aal c 122 D 4 1 FIrStiaul
21. Part 3 Loop resistance Part 4 Resistance of earth connection and equipotential bonding Part 5 Resistance to earth Part 6 Residual current devices RCDs in TT and TN systems Part 7 Phase sequence Part 10 Combined measuring equipment Other reference standards for testing RCDs EN 61008 EN 61009 EN 60755 EN 60364 4 41 EN 60364 5 52 IEC 62423 BS 7671 AS NZ 3760 Residual current operated circuit breakers without integral overcurrent protection for household and similar uses Residual current operated circuit breakers with integral overcurrent protection for household and similar uses General requirements for residual current operated protective devices Low voltage electrical installations Part 4 41 Protection for safety Protection against electric shock Low voltage electrical installations Part 5 52 Selection and erection of electrical equipment Wiring systems Type F and type B residual current operated circuit breakers with and without integral overcurrent protection for household and similar use IEE Wiring Regulations In service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment Note about EN and IEC standards Text of this manual contains references to European standards All standards of EN 6xxxx e g EN 61010 series are equivalent to IEC standards with the same number e g IEC 61010 and differ only in amended parts required by European harmonization procedure 13 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument des
22. RCD 144 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 G 3 4 Line impedance and prospective short circuit current Line impedance is measured in loop comprising of mains voltage source and line wiring L and N It is covered by requirements of the EN 61557 3 standard ERATIS TEF See 4 2 Single test for keys functionality INSULATION IND L00 RED Emp Figure G 11 Line impedance Test parameters for line impedance measurement FUSE Rated current of fuse 6 A 10 A 16 A 20 A 25 A Maximum line impedance for selected fuse Means no fuse selected Circuit for measurement of line impedance Figure G 12 Phase neutral or phase phase line resistance measurement connection of plug commander and universal test cable Line impedance measurement procedure Select the 4MiNi function Select test parameters optional Connect test cable to the instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figure G 12 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional 145 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 FATT TS 40 39 FAT TS FRE 0 74 V isc d 1 1 E 0 720 xr 0 160 1 13 V ls SOBA kg 1 080 xr 0 330 Fusel Z limz1 100 zlim 2 200 quiNsuLATION EXIT G LOOP RCD EA da NSULATION IND ZL 00 RCD EAM Line to neutral Line to line Figure G
23. active keys ETT TE E Isc_lim 120 04 RINSULATION Z LINE ARTI RcD EA Figure H 1 Fault loop impedance Test parameters for fault loop impedance measurement TEST selection the type of fault loop measurement Sikring RCD Rs RCD Fuse type Selection of fuse type NV gG B C K D Fuse Fuse T sc_lim Minimum short circuit current for selected fuse combination Rs RCD selected RCD Rated residual current sensitivity of RCD 10 mA 30 mA 100 mA 300 mA 500 mA 1000 mA Uc Touch voltage limit 50 V 25 V Rlim Maximum fault loop resistance for selected RCD and Uc combination See Appendix A for reference fuse data Select RCD or Rs RCD to prevent trip out of RCD in RCD protected installation Means no fuse selected 147 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix H DK modifications Circuits for measurement of fault loop impedance ES JJ O JJ m T ill Figure H 2 Connection of plug cable and universal test cable Fault loop impedance measurement procedure Select the r Kele function Select test parameters optional Connect test cable to the EurotestXA Connect test leads to the tested object see figure H 2 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional E Z LOOP 1 82 isc 1264 amp 1 280 xr 1 290 E Z LOOP A Q7 isc 2154 amp 0 8 4o x 0 660 TEST Rs RCD Beskyttelse RCD
24. case the terminal voltage monitor does not detect voltage state that corresponds to the selected supply system indication 4 This measurement will trip out RCD in RCD protected electrical installation if FUSE is selected as breaking device instead of RCD 59 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Line impedance Voltage drop 5 5 Line impedance prospective short circuit current and Voltage drop Line impedance is measured in loop comprising of mains voltage source and line wiring It is covered by the requirements of the EN 61557 3 standard The Voltage drop sub function is intended to check that a voltage in the installation stays above acceptable levels if the highest current is flowing in the circuit The highest current is defined as the nominal current of the circuit s fuse The limit values are described in the standard EN 60364 5 52 Sub functions a Z LINE Line impedance measurement according to EN 61557 3 a AU Voltage drop measurement See 4 2 Single test for keys functionality 4m coNTINUITY INSULATION EMI 2 L Figure 5 22 Voltage drop Test parameters for line impedance measurement TEST Selection of sub function Z AU FUSE Type Selection of fuse type NV gG B C K D FUSE Rated current of selected fuse FUSE T Maximum breaking time of selected fuse Minimum short circuit current for selected fuse combination See Appendix A for reference fuse data Means no fuse selected Addit
25. collection of minor modifications related to particular country requirements Some of the modifications mean modified listed function characteristics related to main chapters and others are additional functions Some minor modifications are related also to different requirements of the same market that are covered by various suppliers F 1 List of country modifications The following table contains current list of applied modifications Related chapters Modificationtype Note 1 5 3 8 3 F 2 1 Appended Special G type RCD Appended CONTINUITY LOOP RE CONTINUITY LOOP RE Appended Change L N Appendix G Appended Application of regulative UNE 202008 5 4 Appendix H Appended Fault loop test modified F 2 Modification issues F 2 1 AT modification G type RCD Modified is the following related to the mentioned in the chapter 5 3 Gtype mentioned in the chapter is converted to unmarked type Added G type RCD Time limits are the same as for general type RCD Contact voltage is calculated the same as for general type RCD Modifications of the chapter 5 3 Test parameters for RCD test and measurement TEST RCD sub function test Tripout time t Uc AUTO Tripout current Rated RCD residual current sensitivity lan 10 mA 30 mA 100 mA 300 mA 500 mA 1000 mA type RCD type L 6 5 test current waveform plus starting polarity 27 2 2 Actual test current relative to rated Idn 1 2
26. conditions Reference temperature range 10 C 30 C Reference humidity range 40 RH 70 RH Operation conditions Working temperature range 0 C 40 C Maximum relative humidity 95 RH 0 C 40 C non condensing Storage conditions Temperature range 10 C 70 C Maximum relative humidity 90 RH 10 C 40 C 80 RH 40 C 60 C LOCA iaa supports inductive mode Maximum operation voltage 440 V a c Communication transfer speed FRO ZOZ 115200 baud o 256000 baud The error in operating conditions could be at most the error for reference conditions specified in the manual for each function 1 of measured value 1 digit unless otherwise specified in the manual for particular function 107 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix A Fuse table A Appendix A Fuse table Note This fuse table is incorporated in the instrument Fuse type NV Rated Disconnection time s current Min prospective short circuit current A 1590 6 2212 9 2 66 1 15906 22729 2766 1 1000 34402 1 23555 5 19356 3 16192 1 9146 2 1250 45555 1 36152 6 29182 1 24411 6 13070 1 Fuse type gG Rated current A 6 314 028 70 X 6565 HA X 267 80 015072 11331 9649 8365 4479 108 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix A Fuse table Fuse type B
27. current selection r m s value calculated to 20ms according to IEC 61009 IAN x 1 2 RCD lA JAN mA AC A B JAC A B AC A B _ AC jA BAC JA B 30 15 105 15 30 42 60 60 84120 150 212 300 v V 600 848 na 1500 na na V v v 500 250 175 250 500 707 1000 1000 1410 n a 2500 na na Y v v 1000 500 350 500 1000 1410 n a 2000 na na na jna jna v v na np m m not applicable AC IVDO nt sine wave test current AUD Ci panii midi ees speak pulsed current BV DC PECAR AE EU smooth DC current 8 3 2 Contact voltage RCD Uc Measuring range according to EN6155 is 20 0 V 33 0V for limit contact voltage 25V Measuring range according to EN6155 is 20 0 V 66 0V for limit contact voltage 50V Measuring range V Resolution V 0 0 19 9 0 96 15 96 of reading 10 digits 20 0 99 9 i 0 15 of reading The accuracy is valid if mains voltage is stabile during the measurement and PE terminal is free of interfering voltages TesEGUITOll asuc ovs Ert Ha bu du max 0 5xlan Limit contact voltage 25 V 50V Specified accuracy is valid for complete operating range 8 3 3 Trip out time Complete measurement range corresponds to EN 6155 requirements Maximum measuring times set according to selected reference for RCD testing Measuring range ms Resolution ms O 40 1 ms For max time see normative references in 4 4 2 th
28. cycles then each battery cell should be checked by comparing battery voltages testing them in a cell charger etc It is very likely that only some of the battery cells are deteriorated a The effects described above should not be mixed with normal decrease of battery capacity over time Battery also loses some capacity when it is repeatedly charged discharged Actual decreasing of capacity versus number of charging cycles depends on battery type It is provided in the technical specification from battery manufacturer 12 MI 3105 EurotestXA Safety and operational considerations Standards applied 2 3 Standards applied The MI 3105 EurotestXA instrument is manufactured and tested according to the following regulations listed below Electromagnetic compatibility EMC EN 61326 Safety LVD EN 61010 1 EN 61010 031 Functionality EN 61557 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use EMC requirements Class B Hand held equipment used in controlled EM environments Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use Part 1 General requirements Safety requirements for hand held probe assemblies for electrical measurement and test Electrical safety in low voltage distribution systems up to 1000 V a c and 1500 V d c Equipment for testing measuring or monitoring of protective measures Part 1 General requirements Part 2 Insulation resistance
29. instrument can prepare comments regarding the measurements Warnings reconnection hints or other useful remarks related to the test sequence can be applied this way Enters pause set up and comments menu for selected function in auto F1 sequence main menu PAUSE COMMENT 11 Z LINE PAUSE OFF COMMENTS Set up of comments is enabled if pause flag is set to ON Figure 4 16 Pause set up menu 31 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing Keys l gt V A TEST ESC Comments set up menu enables selection and editing of the pause comment COMMENT Eo Enable ON disable OFF pause flag Select between pause flag and comments fields Confirms pause and comment selection and returns to auto sequence main menu Returns to auto sequence main menu without changes PAUSE COMMENT al Edit Figure 4 17 Comments set up menu Keys V Select between setup of pause and comment lt I gt Select comment no comment 1 99 F1 Enters edit comments menu for selected comment number TEST Confirms pause and comment selection and returns to auto sequence main menu ESC Returns to auto sequence main menu without changes m Editcomments E Comments can be entered and edited in the Edit SE PLUG COMMANDER comments menu Maximum comment length 250 characters including space and new line characters CeX3X2X3Y4X 8X 8X2 ROG Keys Highlighted ke
30. key Press the F1 key to skip the paused function The test will continue with the next test if any or will end Press the ESC key to skip the remaining functions and finish the auto sequence a The set of measurements will be performed in sequential manner until the conditions at input terminals are valid for each individual test If not the instrument will stop the buzzer sounds The auto sequence will proceed After correct conditions are restored at the input terminal e g by reconnecting switching on the RCD If pressing the F1 key this function will be skipped By pressing the ESC key to skip the remaining functions and finish the auto sequence a Results of a finished auto sequence can be viewed and stored See chapter 6 for more information 25 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing Measurements are marked with one of the following symbol after finished test MI CONTINUITY Measurement is finished and has failed MINSULATION Measurement is finished and has passed VOLTAGE Measurement is finished No comparison limit was applied Z LINE Measurement is not performed yet during test or was skipped Overall PASS result is reported if all performed tests passed x Overall FAIL result is reported if one or more performed tests failed HAUTO SEQUENCE 09 47 7 LIVE sph RCD Fuse Type LJINSULATION 3 Z LINE a SKIP Figure 4 4 Waiting for
31. low voltage systems The table below contains EurotestXA functions intended for test and measurement of supply systems with compatibility notes related to the reduced low voltage system system functions RCD Trip out time t RCD Tripping current RCD Automatictest OOOO Fault Loop Impedance Both fault loops Z1 L1 PE and Z2 L2 PE Fault Loop Prospective Short circuit Current Isc1 and Isco2 for both fault loops Line functions Line Impedance Impedance Z Line Line Line Prospective so for Uno 110 V Independent of selected supply system Independent of selected supply system Independent of selected supply system Disabled E 3 1 1 Voltage measurements Eq VOLTAGE TRMS d 12 45 LU uz 110v 150 004 Uipe 55v U2pe 55v L1 PE L2 e a m 55 7 554 118 LIBI SICONTINUITY INSULATION Figure E 2 Voltage measurements Displayed results for single phase system UA AAA Voltage between line conductors U1pe Voltage between line 1 and protective conductors U2pe Voltage between line 2 and protective conductors 124 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems E 3 1 2 RCD tests Maximum regular RCD test current is 1 A r m s 1 4 A peak and can be achieved only when fault loop impedance is lower than 1 Q RCD Uc 23 04 uc1 0 2Zv Y l EE uc2 0 2v Tests are carried out for both combination L1 PE and M L2 PE automatically L1 PE L2 Eac
32. manufacturer or distributor of the test equipment to avoid possible fire or electric shock 2 2 1 New battery cells or cells unused for a longer period Unpredictable chemical processes can occur during charging of new battery cells or cells that were unused for a longer period more than 3 months Ni MH and Ni Cd battery cells are affected to capacity degradation sometimes called as memory effect As a result the instrument operation time can be significantly reduced Recommended procedure for recovering battery cells Procedure Notes gt Completely charge the battery At least 14h with in built charger gt Completely discharge the battery vend e c with normal work with the gt Repeat the charge discharge cycle for i Four cycles are recommended at least two times Complete discharge charge cycle is performed automatically for each cell using external intelligent battery charger Notes a The charger in the instrument is a pack cell charger This means that the battery cells are connected in series during the charging The battery cells have to be equivalent Same charge condition same type and age a One different battery cell can cause an improper charging and incorrect discharging during normal usage of the entire battery pack it results in heating of the battery pack significantly decreased operation time reversed polarity of defective cell a If no improvement is achieved after several charge discharge
33. optional Connect test cable to the instrument and tested item see figure D 5 Press the TEST key for measurement Press the gt keys until IMD alarms an insulation failure for L1 Change line terminal selection to L2 Y Press the gt keys until IMD alarms an insulation failure for L2 Press the TEST key to stop the measurement Store the result optional DOCO OO OODD CURRENT SENSOR CIKIS is Figure D 6 Example of IMD test result Displayed results RAN Threshold indicative insulation resistance for line 1 A Threshold indicative insulation resistance for line 2 EA Calculated first fault leakage current for R1 AO Calculated first fault leakage current for R2 119 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix D IT supply systems Calculated first fault leakage current at threshold insulation resistance is given as U Lio Uit 12 is line line voltage The calculated first fault current is the maximum 1 2 current that would flow when insulation resistance decreases to the same value as the applied test resistance and a first fault is assumed between opposite line and PE Note a It is recommended to disconnect all appliances from the tested supply to receive regular test results Any connected appliance will influence the insulation resistance threshold test a The displayed resistances and currents are indicative only Displayed resistance can significantly differ from
34. switch in the head detector should always be set in IND inductive mode The CAP capacitive operating mode is intended for operating in combination with other Metrel measuring equipment The built in field detector is placed in the front end of the receiver External detectors can be connected via the rear connector Traced object must be energized when working with the EurotestXA In built inductive sensor IND Tracing hidden wires Locating wires Locating fuses in fuse cabinets Low battery indicator ON GAIN keys A opening Sensitive area A CAP IND INDuctive CAPacitive switch Input connector Potenti t probe current LED bargraph otentiometer clamp bower OR for fine adjustment LED indicator Figure C 1 Receiver R10K The user can choose between three sensitivity levels low middle and high An extra potentiometer is added for fine sensitivity adjustment A buzzer sound and 10 level LED bar graph indicator indicates the strength of the magnetic field e g proximity of the traced object Note a The field strength can vary during tracing The sensitivity should always be adjusted to optimum for each individual tracing 112 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix C Locator receiver H10K C 1 Tracing principles C 1 1 Positioning the receiver The receiver has to be correctly positioned see the figures below to obtain the best results Also wire position can be defined this way ee correct SE pos
35. t Trip out time measurement verifies the sensitivity of an RCD at different residual currents Trip out time measurement procedure Select the Kej function oet sub function Tripout time t oet test parameters if necessary Connect test cable to the instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figure 5 13 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional RCD Tripout time t gt 300 V TEST Tripout time t L PE N 30mA nom a 5 ha INSULATION Z LINE ZLO 0P Dm Figure 5 15 Example of trip out time measurement results Displayed results PP Trip out time DC esos Contact voltage for rated lan 54 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Testing RCD Note o See 4 4 2 RCD normative reference for selection of appropriate standard test conditions 5 3 3 Trip out current A continuously rising residual current is intended for testing the threshold sensitivity for RCD trip out The instrument increases the test current in small steps through appropriate range as follows Slope range RCD type Start value Waveform A lan 30 mA Pulsed A lan 10 mA mil B O0O2xdw 22xhw DC Maximum test current is l4 trip out current or end value in case the RCD didn t trip out Trip out current measurement procedure Select the ie function Set sub function Tripout current Set test parameters if necessary Connect test cable to the
36. the actual resistance the Eurotest simulates If IMD s with very low test currents below 1mA are checked the displayed resistance value is typically lower and current higher than the actual simulated resistance The difference is lower for lower set resistances D 3 6 First fault leakage current ISFL First fault leakage current measurement is performed in order to verify the maximum current that could leak into PE from observed line This current flows through the insulation resistance and reactance capacitance between the other lines and PE when the first fault is applied as short circuit between observed line and PE HISFL 15 06 E See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys Li PE L2 erecta an LM dE CURRENT GENSOR MD CHECK ED Figure D 7 ISFL measurement Test parameters for first fault leakage current measurement Leakage current limit type OFF Hi limit Lo limit If Hi limit selected Maximum leakage current 3 0 mA 20 0 mA If Lo limit selected MLolimitselected O o Minimum leakage current 10 mA 30 mA 100 mA 300 mA 500 mA Limit A 1000 mA Nominal residual currents for RCD protection 120 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix D IT supply systems Test circuit for first fault leakage current AA UA SS Figure D 8 Measurement of highest first fault leakage current with plug commander and universal test cab
37. the measurement is finished wait until tested item is discharged Store the result optional 4 EARTH CURRENT ICA Sen Figure 5 59 Example of varistor test result Displayed results 0 ee Measured threshold voltage at It 1 mA Uac Rated AC voltage Uac is calculated from U according to Uac U 1 6 82 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Memory organization 6 Data handling 6 1 Memory organization The following data can be stored in instrument memory a Auto sequence name sequence and function parameters a Auto sequence and single test results with belonging parameters a Installation structure with belonging data Stored data can be organized according to the installation structure of the tested object Measured results can be stored into corresponding location of the structure 6 2 Installation data structure This functionality helps to organize operation with data in a simple and effective manner The memory organization can be customized according to the actual structure of the tested electrical installation Main benefits are a Test results can be organized and grouped in a structured manner that equals the structure of the tested electrical installation If a test plan for verification of electrical installation is prepared it is possible to organize the data structure according to it Each tested location place like room floor installation node switchgear etc can be reflecte
38. 1 L2 110 V 93 V lt Un lt 134 V 230 V 185 V xU yu lt 266 V 400 V 321 V lt UL lt 485 V Note a High fluctuations of mains voltage influence the measurement results The noise sign HiH is displayed in the message field in this case Repeat the measurement a Isc is not calculated in case the terminal voltage monitor does not detect voltage state that corresponds to the selected supply system indication 5 9 2 Voltage drop The voltage drop is calculated based on the difference of line impedance at connection points sockets and the line impedance at the reference point usually the impedance at the switchboard Circuits for voltage drop measurement Step 1 Step 2 E EN Ps MB Er ae Lp 43 25 L1 L2 L3 PE Y l 7 L AAA Oe AAA A A T 1 4 4 PE L1 L2 L3 l l N l PE l l l a j Figure 5 25 Phase neutral or phase phase voltage drop measurement connection of plug commander and 3 wire test lead Ro Re E 4 iF Voltage drop measurement procedure Step 1 Measuring the impedance Zref at electrical installation origin Select the 28h13 function Select the AU sub function Select test parameters optional Connect test cable to the instrument Connect the test leads to the origin of electrical installation see figure 5 25 Press the F1 key to perform the measurement of Zref Keep the AU sub function selected Select test paramet
39. 55 is 0 34 MQ 30 0 MQ Measuring range MQ Resolution MQ 0 00 19 99 001 10 ofreading 5 20 0 30 0 0 1 digits Voltage Measuring range V Resolution V 0 1200 3 of reading 3 digits Nominal voltages 50 Vpc 100 Vpc 250 Vpc 500 Vpc 1000 Vpc Open circuit voltage 0 20 of nominal voltage Measuring current min 1 mA at RN UNx1 kQ V Short circuit current max 0 6 mA Specified accuracy is valid if universal test cable is used while it is valid up to 100 MA if tip commander is used Specified accuracy is valid up to 100 MQ if relative humidity gt 85 In case the instrument gets moistened the results could be impaired In such case it is recommended to dry the instrument and accessories for at least 24 hours The error in operating conditions could be at most the error for reference conditions specified in the manual for each function 5 of measured value The number of possible tests gt 1200 with a fully charged battery Auto discharge after test 96 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications 8 2 Continuity 8 2 1 Resistance R200mA L PE N PE Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 16 Q 1999 Q Measuring range R Q Resolution Q 0 00 19 99 3 of reading 3 digits 20 0 199 9 m 200 1999 AAA 2000 9999 MN Indicator only Me
40. 6 Line impedance Voltage drop a Universal test cable a Plug commander a Plug cable a Tip commander A 1176 RCD testing a Universal test cable a Plug cable Phase sequence a Universal test cable a Three phase cable A 1110 a Three phase adapter A 1111 Voltage frequency a Universal test cable a Plug commander a Plug cable a Tip commander A 1176 Earth resistance a Universal test cable Earth resistance 3 wire a Universal test cable Earth resistance 1 clamp a Universal test cable a Current clamp 1000 A sensitive Earth resistance 2 clamp a Universal test cable a Current clamp 1000 A sensitive a Current clamp 1000 A standard A 1019 a Current clamp 200 A standard A 1074 Specific earth resistance a p Adapter A1199 Current a Current clamp 1000 A sensitive Sensor a Lux meter type C A 1173 a Lux meter type B A 1172 a Receiver R10K A 1191 a 1000 A current clamp A 1019 a 200 A current clamp A 1074 Fault loop impedance Locator a Clamp interface A 1068 a Selective probe A 1192 2 Q line loop impedance a Impedance adapter A1143 Varistor test a Universal test cable 111 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix C Locator receiver H10K C Appendix C Locator receiver R10K The highly sensitive hand held receiver R10K detects the fields caused by the currents in the traced line It generates sound and visual output according to the signal intensity The operating mode
41. 6 5 A 10 ms Nominal voltage range 30 V 500 V 14 Hz 500 Hz R XL values are indicative 100 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications Voltage drop calculated value Measuring range Resolution l Consider accuracy of line ZREF measuring range 0 00 Q 20 00 8 6 Voltage frequency and phase rotation 8 6 1 Phase rotation Nominal system voltage range 100 Vac 550 Vac Nominal frequency range 14 Hz 500 Hz Result displayed 1 2 3 or 3 2 1 8 6 2 Voltage Measuring range V Resolution V 0 550 Ot 2 Of reading 2 digits PRES UIC DVDB ccn itn oer eode True r m s trms Nominal frequency range 0 Hz 14 Hz 500 Hz 8 6 3 Frequency Measuring range Hz Resolution Hz 0 00 999 99 0 2 of reading 1 digit Nominal voltage range 10V 550 V 8 Online terminal voltage monitor Measuring range V Resolution V 10 550 A 2 of reading 2 digits 101 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications 8 8 Earth resistance Earth resistance three wire method Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 67 Q 9999 Q Measuring range 0 Resolution O 0 00 19 99 0 01 20 0 199 9 ehh ic 200 1999 5 of reading 2000 9999 10 of reading Additional spike resistance error if Rc max or Rp max is
42. AVE TEST E See chapter 6 2 for definitions of displayed fields 001 INSULATION 03 Mar 2006 07 37 002 CONTINUITY 02 Mar 2006 14 19 003 Z LINE 03 Mar 2006 07 38 004 RCD v 03 Mar 2006 07 38 dl Rename El Change view Figure 6 5 Save test menu 86 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Storing test results Keys in save test menu installation data structure field Short press select the location in structure of installation data field gt 1 V Pressed for a few seconds in some cases add a new location in the structure see 6 6 7 MEM Saves test results to the last position in selected location and returns to the measuring menu TAB Switches between results and structure data field see 6 3 7 ESC Exits save test menu F1 Edits name of selected location see 4 3 4 F2 Enters installation structure tree view to select appropriate location Notes a Press the MEM key twice to quickly store the results to pre selected location a By default it is offered to append the result to the existing results in the selected location 6 3 1 Saving results specialties It is possible to overwrite existing result when storing new result H SAVE TEST E METREL d d 1 REE 99 7 001 INSULATION 07 5ep 2005 10 002 CONTINUITY 07 Sep 2005 10 18 003 Z LINE 07 Sep 2005 10 27 004 RCD Y 07 Sep 2005 10 28 Appending new result P SAVE TEST E METREL d d 1 REE 99 7 001 I
43. CUIT lt 0 5 lan Limit contact voltage 25b Vor50V The Contact Voltage is calculated to lan standard type or to 2l4y selective type 126 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems Trip out time Complete measurement range corresponds to EN 61557 requirements Maximum measuring times set according to selected reference for RCD testing Measuring range ms Resolution ms O 40 0 1 1 ms For max time see normative references in 4 4 2 this specification applies to max time gt 40 ms Test CUFTeritesei ooo cupri eiae citata ruia VoxlaN lan 2Xlan 5xlAN 5xlan is not available for lan 1000 mA RCD type AC or lan 100 mA RCD types A B 2xlan is not available for lay21000 mA RCD type A or lan 2 300 mA RCD type B 1xlaw is not available for lan 1000 mA RCD type B Trip out current Trip out current Complete measurement range corresponds to EN 61557 requirements Measuring range Resolution 0 2xlam 1 1xlan AC type 0 05xlan 0 2xlan 1 5xlan A type lan 230 mA 0 05xlAN 0 2xla 2 2xlan A type lan 30 mA 0 05xlAN 0 2xlan 2 2xlan B type 0 05xlan Trip out time Measuring range ms Resolution ms 0 300 Contact voltage Measuring range V Resolution V 0 0 19 9 0 96 15 96 of reading 10 digits 1 0 15 of reading The accuracy is valid if Mains voltage is stabile during the measu
44. ELP key in single test generates help screen for selected single test function while in other working menus the voltage system help is displayed first Keys in help menu lt gt Select neighbour help screen HELP Rotates through help screens ESC Exits help menu 20 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument description Display organization EJHELP YVOLTAGE SYSTEM 09 43 EJHELP INSULATION L1 L1 mm La A L2 L2 4h L3 L3 M eh h h FEF TTA TN E L1 Baw 63 aye TIO L2 L3 PE 63V RLY L1 ao 110 ao L2 PE 55V RLY Figure 3 7 Examples of help screen 3 5 8 Backlight and contrast adjustments With the BACKLIGHT key backlight and contrast can be adjusted Click Keep pressed for 1 s Toggle backlight intensity level Lock h igh intensity backlight level until power is turned off or the key is pressed again Keep pressed for2s Bargra ph for LCD contrast adjustment is displayed CONTINUITY R200mA 12 36 LCD CONTRAST L F1 TEST R200mA PAT Limit OFF VOLTAGE in ILLAS INSULATION E Figure 3 8 Contrast adjustment menu Keys for contrast adjustment 5 TEST ESC Reduces contrast Increases contrast Accepts new contrast Exits without changes 21 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument description Carrying the instrument 3 6 Carrying the instrument With the neck carrying belt supplied in standard set various possibilities of carry
45. El Warning Phase voltage on the PE terminal Stop the activity immediately and eliminate the fault connection problem before proceeding with any activity 3 5 2 Menu line In the menu line the name of the selected function is displayed Additional information about active cursor TEST keys and battery condition are shown Function name Time Active keys on cursor TEST keypad Y and TEST in this example I Ju Battery capacityindication Low battery Battery is too weak to guarantee correct result Replace or recharge the battery cells Recharging in progress if power supply adapter is connected 3 5 3 Message field In the message field different warnings and messages are displayed ie ur PAL IED le eSEE Warning High voltage is applied to the test terminals Measurement is running consider displayed warnings Conditions on the input terminals allow starting the measurement TEST key consider other displayed warnings and messages Conditions on the input terminals do not allow starting the measurement TEST key consider displayed warnings and messages Test leads resistance in Me BI INR 4 tests is not compensated see Chapter 5 2 3 for compensation procedure Test leads resistance in e am IER tests is compensated Possibility to perform reference measurement Zref in ANI sub function RCD tripped out during the measurement in RCD functions Instrument is overheated
46. G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 G Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 ES1 modification enables operator to select limits and test procedures according to national regulative UNE 202008 G 1 Main menu In the Main menu an additional operation mode to those listed in chapter 4 7 can be set E UNE 202008 TD SINGLE TEST a Inspection menu AUTO SEQUENCE AS MISCELLANEOUS Figure 4 1 Main menu Additional keys 12 Toggle between Single test and Inspection menu 4 P 4 is intended to run individual measurement functions see 4 2 gt 4 an 4 is intended for visual inspections see G f 7 G 1 1 Inspection Keys in main Inspection screen Select inspection type a lt Aplicacion REBT 2002 gt Periodic inspection according to REBT 2002 Su a lt Aplicacion REBT 1973 gt Periodic inspection according to REBT 1973 a Hasta diciembre 1975 Periodic inspection according to requirements from 1975 TEST Starts selected inspection type F2 Clears all schedule flags TEST Stops inspection ESC MEM Stores inspection results recalls inspection results See Chapter 5 for more information about standard operations of the instrument in single test and Chapter G 3 for regulative UNE 202008 related operations of the instrument in single test plus inspection functions 137 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 G 2 Miscellaneous
47. General non delayed and S elective time delayed RCDs which are suited for a Alternating residual current AC type marked with symbol a Pulsating residual current A type marked with symbol a DC residual current B type marked with symbol Time delayed RCDs demonstrate delayed response characteristics They contain residual current integrating mechanism for generation of delayed trip out However contact voltage pre test in the measuring procedure also influences the RCD and it takes a period to recover into idle state Time delay of 30 s is inserted before performing trip out test to recover RCD after pretests 52 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Testing RCD Circuits for testing RCD E 4 t i Y m III lt JE y O JJ m LO MIL iF Figure 5 13 Connecting the plug commander and the universal test cable 5 3 1 Contact voltage RCD Uc A current flowing into the PE terminal causes a voltage drop on earth resistance i e voltage difference between PE equipotential bonding circuit and earth This voltage difference is called contact voltage The voltage is present on all accessible conductive parts connected to the PE It should always be lower than the conventional safety limit voltage The contact voltage is measured with a test current lower than Y lan t
48. MAC menu as defined in chapter 4 4 Miscellaneous has additional option SEN UB LAHGUAGE SYSTEM MEMORY PORT 9 STANDARD Operator NACHO Additional option is a Selection standard or regulative supported measurement Figure G 1 Options in Miscellaneous menu G 2 1 Operation mode a Standard measurements plus parameters or measurements with parameters that support UNE 202008 can be selected in this menu Figure G 2 Operation mode selection Keys NIN Select operation mode TEST Confirms selected mode ESC Exits without changes G 3 Measurements This chapter contains description of operation of single tests inspection that are new or different to standard procedures from Chapter 5 138 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 G 3 1 Inspections This function is intended to support visual inspections of tested installation or installation assemblies Result flags for each individual item can be set El Aplicacion REBT 2002 __ 09 58 E See chapter G 1 1 Inspection for functionality of REVISION PERI DICA E a 1 Protecci n contra contactos directos keys In Main inspection menu Comprobaci n visual del buen estado de las envolventes cubiertas y aislamientos No presencia de roturas o grietas partes quemadas o ennegrecidas etc 1 4 Cuadro general de protecci n O 1 2 Cajas de derivaci n O 1 3 Accesorios tomas de corriente
49. NSULATION 07 5ep 2005 10 12 002 CONTINUITY 07 5ep 2005 10 18 003 Z LINE 07 5ep 2005 10 27 004 RC 5 10 28 005 Replace previous TEST Overwriting requires confirmation Figure 6 6 Saving in result field Keys in save test menu results field VI TEST ESC Select stored test result Saves test result into selected line confirmation is needed to overwrite an existing result Back to store test menu installation data structure field Keys with open dialog Select YES NO TEST Confirms selected option ESC Cancels without changes For information about storing into a new non existent location see 6 6 f 87 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Recalling test results and parameters 6 4 Recalling test results and parameters Press the MEM key in single or auto sequence menu when there is no result available for storing or select Rag in MISC menu MEMORY RECALL MEMORY ie iid Y 03 Mar 2006 07 nae 002 Z LINE 03 Mar 2006 07 46 003 INSULATION 03 Mar 2006 07 50 004 7 Socket outl 03 Mar 2006 07 52 See chapter 6 2 for definitions of displayed fields dl Rename El Change view Figure 6 7 Main recall menu Keys in main recall memory menu Short press select the location in structure of installation data field gt V Pressed for a few seconds in some cases add a new location in the structure see 6 6 f TAB Switches between results an
50. OE Re Cee CEPR ee eee meer 95 o Tech AicalSpeciicatON Sii 96 8 1 Insulation TESISTAN CE SAA 96 MEE Conil d ai oca 97 8 2 1 Resistance R200mA L PE NSPE dni ipe il aba Ea t ab 97 8 2 2 Resistance RIMA LEP Ey WN ESE uos a liebe 97 ER Bic Tm 97 8 3 1 Generalitat octal 97 8 3 2 Contact Voltage ICD JG 25 ha letal 98 8 3 3 TEHDSOUPL DII ur caainato O EU ten ict cde ub a dll ead ou TCU cS clea es 98 8 3 4 MOS OO CUI SIN T T anar et baladas caian 99 8 4 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current 99 4 MI 3105 EurotestXA Table of contents 8 4 1 No disconnecting device or FUSE selected oocccocccocccocncocccocccocncocncnnonanononcnonnos 99 8 4 2 aie SSC eae 100 8 5 Line impedance prospective short circuit current and Voltage drop 100 8 6 Voltage frequency and phase rotation cooccoccocnconcocnconconnonncononnnonnconononenoos 101 8 6 1 PRase TOTO T T TT 101 8 6 2 NOM AG us ti ie co siecida 101 8 6 3 a O 101 8 7 Online terminal voltage MONItOF coocccocccoccconcconocononcnonnoconocanonanonnnonnncnnonanenono 101 00 Eanes aC E RITU UM 102 0 7 TRMS Clamp CUNA A AA 104 0 105 MINIMO susi 104 9 11 2 lnedoop IMPEdaMCe tiara da 105 8 11 1 High precision line impedance sanira iaa 105 8 11 2 High precision fault loop impedance ooccocccocncocccocnconiconoconconnconncncnoncnonnnonnnonncnnnnos 105 YES MEME e A A 106 Sl
51. P etd 20 3 5 6 SOUMGWAMAINGS siesta seit elec c p TES 20 3 5 7 milio T M 20 3 5 8 Backlight and contrast adjustments esses 21 9 0 arra the SIMONSEN errors 22 3 7 Instrument set and accessories eoo coii oem PEDE vote Pea EE Ra FER rta PEU ait pd aea ul Rad 22 e Standard Olor ios dieron 22 3 7 2 ODOM AlACCCSSONCS scuurcsnii epe ae emnt ii 22 4 Instrument operation eeeeeeleeienenieni enhn nenne nnnm h nhanh hum h hen he she nne nas 23 4 1 IP AUN NN RR Tt 23 A Eu O A A eee ee O 23 2 9 Automalie TESNO cra teca 25 4 3 1 Auto sequence number main MENU ccceccecceeceeeceeeeeeceeteeecseceeaseteeeeeeceeeaeeeaes 27 4 3 2 Auto SEQUENCO SO ida 21 4 3 3 Test parameters in auto Sequence ocooccocccocccccconconoconnonoonncononnonannnnonnnonnnononanenninannns 28 4 3 4 Name and description Of auto sequence occocccccccccccocccccncocnconnoncnoncncnnnonnnonnnnnncnnnnos 29 4 3 5 Storing auto sequence settings sequence number name 30 4 3 6 Pause flag and comments in auto SOQqUenNCe ccocccccccccccccncocnconnconnoncnoncnonnnonncnnnnononos 31 4 3 7 Setting pause flag and comments occcccccnccccncnccnnncncnnnonononnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonaronannnnaninos 31 4 3 8 Building an autoSequence suscita 33 4 MISCCIIANCOUS de Lot MN dr OI DEED 37 4 4 1 E A A 37 4 4 2 Supply system Isc factor RCD standard
52. Returns to auto sequence main menu without changes Auto sequence settings are stored in nonvolatile memory Stored auto sequence procedures remain in memory until the user changes them It is not possible to store any auto sequence in locked location Locked auto sequence can be copied in an unlocked location Stored sequence is unlocked in this case EXAUTO SEQUENCE ___09 52 5 7 HAUTO SEQUENCE TEN E 7 LIVE 3ph RCD LIVE 3ph RCD Figure 4 13 Store dialog for locked sequence Figure 4 14 Failed storing It is possible to unlock all locked sequences if necessary see 4 4 5 for more information 30 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing 4 3 6 Pause flag and comments in auto sequence The auto sequence holds if a pause flag is associated with the measurement and the pre defined comment is displayed When the input conditions are regular the auto sequence can be continued by pressing the TEST key HAUTO SEQUENCE 22 58 USE PLUG COMMANDER CONNECT MAINS Fuse Type Show Comments Comment appears with the pause Blinking pause flag in main screen Figure 4 15 Examples of screens during the pause in auto sequence Keys TAB Toggles between comment screen and auto sequence main screen TEST Continues with the paused test F1 Skip paused test ESC Skip all tests and ends auto sequence 4 3 7 Setting pause flag and comments Operator of the
53. T al Other settings Figure 4 27 Initial settings dialogue Keys TEST Restores default settings ESC Exits the menu without changes F2 Opens other settings menu Warning a Custom made settings will be lost when this option is used The default setup is listed below Instrument setting Default value Contrast As defined and stored by adjustment procedure ASS Isc factor 1 00 Supply system TN TT RCD standards EN 61008 EN 61009 COM port RS 232 Language English Function um Sub function Parameter limit value CONTINUITY R 200 mA R LOWO High limit resistance value OFF Continuity High limit resistance value OFF INSULATION Nominal test voltage 500 V Low limit resistance value OFF Selected test leads combination LN Z LINE Fuse type none selected AU Limit 4 0 Zret 0 00 O Z LOOP Protection Fuse Fuse type none selected RCD t Nominal differential current lan 30 mA RCD type G Test current starting polarity gt 0 Limit contact voltage 50 V Current multiplier x1 41 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Miscellaneous Earth resistance 3 Wire 3 wire Limit value OFF One clamp Limit value OFF Two clamps Limit value OFF opecific resistance Distance unit m Adapters 2 2 line loop mQ L N impedance Fuse type none selected Hi limit 400 V Other settings F2 Enters menu to unlock the protected auto sequences and comments and or select distance unit for specifi
54. V 10 230 V lt Un lt 400 V 8 11 3 Contact voltage Measuring range V Resolution V Accuracy 0 100 10 3 digits 8 12 Varistor test O OS z x QO CO O1 O1 ok ok OA O O DC voltage Measuring range V Resolution V Accuracy O 1000 3 of reading 3 digits AC voltage Measuring range V Resolution V 0 625 Consider accuracy of DC voltage Measurement principle d c voltage ramp Test voltage slope 500 V s Threshold current 1 mA 106 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications 8 13 General data Power supply voltage 9 Vpc 6x1 5 V battery or accu size AA Operator iae Cete EHE ER REEA typical 13 h Charger socket input voltage 12 V 10 9o Charger socket input current 400 mA max Battery charging current 250 mA internally regulated Overvoltage category 600 V CAT III 300 V CAT IV Plug commander overvoltage category 300 V CAT IIl Protection classification double insulation Pollution degree 2 Protection degree IP 40 ISP V eestautmusmam EN tI i Pepe 320x240 dots matrix display with backlight Dimensions w x h x d 23 cm x 10 3 cm x 11 5 cm WEINE oU 1 37 kg without battery cells Reference
55. V three phase star center grounded DOCOO CU TN TT and IT systems are defined in EN 60364 1 standard 110 V reduced low voltage systems are defined in BS 7671 See Appendix D for particular characteristics of IT supply system measurements and instrument characteristics See Appendix E for particular characteristics of 110 V reduced low voltage supply systems measurements and instrument characteristics Isc factor ksc Short circuit current Isc in the supply system is important for selection or verification of protective circuit breakers fuses over current breaking devices RCDs The default value of ksc is 1 00 Change the value as required by local regulative for tested type of mains supply system Range for adjustment of the ksc is 0 20 3 00 38 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Miscellaneous RCD normative references Maximum RCD disconnection times differ in various standards The trip out times defined in individual standards are listed below Trip out times O 2 EN DEER E EN 61009 rans neri ae Ee edad D TUS ee Sk DOM TUS OU Tru aS OS UCET Trip out times n S EN D 41 eee on Eee abs time delayed 999 ms 130 ms lt ta lt 999 ms 60 ms lt ta lt 200 ms 50 ms lt t lt 150 ms Trip out times according to BS 7671 Yoxlan rl a Sater m Kimesdelavedy 159 esee DR HAT USQUE ODDS US HOO TS CENSO FS Trip out times according to AS NZ 1 0
56. alculated value Measuring range A Resolution A 0 00 9 99 0 01 10 0 99 9 Consider accuracy of fault 100 999 loop impedance 1 00k 9 99K measurement 10 0k 23 0k The accuracy is valid if mains voltage is stable during the measurement Test current at 230 V 6 5 A 10 ms Nominal voltage range 30 V 500 V 14 Hz 500 Hz 99 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications 8 4 2 RCD selected Fault loop impedance Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 46 Q 19999 Q Measuring range 2 Resolution O 0 00 9 99 5 96 of reading 10 digits 10 0 99 9 10 96 of reading 100 19999 10 96 of reading Accuracy may be impaired in case of heavy noise on mains voltage Prospective fault current calculated value Measuring range A Resolution A 0 00 9 99 0 01 10 0 99 9 Consider accuracy of fault 100 999 1 loop impedance 1 00k 9 99k measurement 10 0k 23 0k Nominal voltage range 30 V 500 V 14 Hz 500 Hz No trip out of RCD R XL values are indicative 8 5 Line impedance prospective short circuit current and Voltage drop Line impedance Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 25 Q 19 9 kO 0 00 9 99 10 99 1 5 of reading 5 digits Prospective short circuit current calculated value 0 00 0 99 impedance measurement Test current at 230 V
57. amp with ratio 1000 1 Measurement principle current clamp ratio 1000 1 Nominal frequency 40 Hz 500 Hz Additional clamp error has to be considered 8 10 Illumination Illumination LUX meter type B Resolution lux 0 0 lux 19 99 lux ee AS ALI 5 of reading 2 digits 200 lux 1999 lux i 2 00 Klux 19 99 Klux Measurement principle silicon photodiode with V A filter Spectral response error 3 8 9o according to CIE curve COSINE CO suesessteencaseonsbarskseansientandic lt 2 5 up to an incident angle of 85 degress Overall accuracy matches to DIN 5032 Class B standard Specified accuracy is valid for complete operating range Illumination LUX meter type C Resolution lux 0 00 lux 19 99 lux a Bs pee we 10 of reading 3 digits 200 lux 1999 lux 2 00 klux 19 99 klux Measurement principle silicon photodiode COSINE CO Fausto lt 3 0 up to an incident angle of 85 degress Overall accuracy matches to DIN 5032 Class C standard Specified accuracy is valid for complete operating range 104 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications 8 11 20 line loop impedance 8 11 1 High precision line impedance Measuring range according to EN6155 is 5 0 1999 mQ Mesuring range mQ Resolution mQ 0 1 199 9
58. art the measurement Press the TEST key again to finish the measurement Store the result optional HICURRENT 04 16 TO ITA CURRENT y Figure 5 43 Example of clamp current measurement result Displayed result Current Displayed current represents r m s value for current clamp with ratio 1000 1 Use test clamp supplied by METREL or other with similar characteristics current output ratio 1000 1 appropriate measurement range consider error of test clamp when evaluating measured results Current clamps Metrel A 1074 and A 1019 are suitable for use with the instrument in range of 0 2 A 20 A Below 0 2 A they can be used as indicator only They are not suitable for leakage current measurements The only Metrel current clamp suitable for leakage current measurements is A 1018 1000 A 1 A 2 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Sensors Illumination 5 9 Sensors and adapters This function extends application range of the instrument by using external Metrel sensors and adapters The probe is connected to the instrument via RS 232 interface The instrument automatically recognizes connected probe 5 9 1 Illumination The measurement is performed with LUX meter type B or LUX meter type C probes in order to test and verify illumination ESTE E See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys du CURRENT AREIA mp CHECK SFL Figure 5 44 Insulation resistance Test param
59. arth EN 61557 5 R 0 04 9999 Open circuit voltage lt 45V Short circuit current lt 20mA CAT III 600V E METREL Ljubljanska 77 SI 1354 Horjul Measuring and Regulation Tel 386 175 58 200 Equipment Manufacturer d d http www metrel si Continuity R Low EN 61557 4 R 0 12 1999 Test current min 200mA v at 2 Open circuit voltage 6 5V 1 9 0V Continuity 7mA R 0 0 1999 Test current max 8 5mA ma Open circuit voltage 6 5V 9 0 V Insulation resistance EN 61557 2 R 0 18M 199 9M UN 50Ves 100 Vw 250 Ves R 0 12M 999M1 Un 500V 1kV U OVE 1200V Nominal voltages 100V 250V 500V 1kV Measuring current min imA at RNZUN 11k M Short circuit current lt 3mA Line impedance EN 61557 3 Ri n L 0 17 1999 tPsc 0 20A 1 4kA w Nominal voltage 100V 440V 15Hz 0 500Hz Fault loop impedance EN 61557 3 Ri PE 0 17 1999 Iprc 0 14A 0 1 4kA Nominal voltage 100V 264V 15Hz 0 500Hz Voltage frequency U OV 0 440V f 15Hz 500Hz Phase rotation EN 61557 7 Nominal voltage 100V 440V 15Hz 500Hz Results 1 23 0r2 1 3 20 224 832 Figure 3 5 Bottom Legend 1 Bottom information label 2 Neck belt openings 3 Handling side covers 17 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument description 3 9 Display organization TEST ALL L
60. asuring range R R 0 Resolution Q 0 00 19 9 041 J 5 of reading 5 digits 20 0 199 9 o 200 1999 GENE SE a 2000 9999 NENNEN Se Indicator only Open circuit voltage 6 5 VDC 9 VDC Measuring current min 200 mA into load resistance of 2 Q Test lead compensation up to 20 O The number of possible tests gt 2000 with a fully charged battery Automatic polarity reversal of the test voltage 8 2 2 Resistance R7mA L PE N PE Measuring range Q Resolution O 0 0 19 9 0 1 20 1999 Se 2000 9999 Indicator only Open circuit voltage 6 5 VDC 9 VDC Short circuit current max 8 5 mA Test lead compensation up to 20 O 8 3 RCD testing 8 3 1 General data Nominal residual current 10 mA 30 mA 100 mA 300 mA 500 mA 1000 mA Nominal residual current accuracy 0 0 1 1A IA IAN 2xlAN 5xlAN 0 1 IA 0 IA 0 5xlAN AS NZ selected 5 Test current shape Sine wave AC pulsed A DC B DC offset for pulsed test current 6 mA typical ROD TY Dime G non delayed S time delayed Test current starting polarity 0 or 180 Voltage range sss 40 V 264 V 14 Hz 500 Hz 97 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications RCD test
61. ation data structure field Root level in the structure a METREL d d 1 level location name a 1 1 No of selected available locations on this level Sub level level 2 in the structure a PRODUCT sub location name a 2 5 No of selected available locations on this level LL Sub level level 3 in the structure 4 3 a 3PH SOCKET location name a 1 3 No of selected available locations on this level FREE 99 8 SELECTED 4 6 001 INSULATION 07 Sep 2005 10 18 002 CONTINUITY 07 Sep 2005 10 18 oaeo vworsepzoosozs Results field stored results in the selected location Arrows point to existing non displayed structure locations FREE 93 9 Available memory information No of stored test results in selected location No of all stored SELECTED 4 43 test results in complete structure El Change view Option for opening the structure tree view Options for modification of the structure see chapter 6 6 Note a Only three locations in the installation data structure field placed horizontally can be displayed at the same time in the basic view Basic keys 84 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Installation data structure VIMICEI gt Select the existing location y Pressed for 2 s opens dialog box for adding a new location F1 Renames the current location F2 Enters installation structure tree screen ESC Back to the last operation mode of the instrument Note a The tree s
62. auto sequence Press the TEST key Select auto sequence number see 4 3 2 Repeat until finished maximum 6 steps Select auto sequence step see 4 3 2 Select auto sequence function see 4 3 2 Select auto sequence test parameters of the function see 4 3 3 4 Set reset pause flag II and select or create new comment if necessary see 4 3 7 a Name or rename the auto sequence and enter its description see 4 3 4 a Save prepared auto sequence see 4 3 5 OOO Uco 33 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing HAUTO SEQUENCE Figure 4 20 Blank auto sequence Example of building an auto sequence A house installation wall socket protected with fuse type gG In 6 A td 5 s and RCD type AC lan 30 mA shall be tested The following measurements must be performed Equipotential bonding resistance of PE terminal to main PE collector R lt 0 1 Q Insulation resistances between L N L PE and N PE U 500 V R gt 1 MQ Voltages on the socket Line impedance with fuse verification RCD trip out time at nominal current RCD trip out time at increased current 5 x lan The name of test sequence number 10 is Sock 6A 30mA AC Description of the test sequence is Verification of wall socket protected with fuse and RCD DL DLDLDLDUGJL For the measurement the following conditions shall apply a Equipotential bonding resistance and insulation resi
63. c earth resistance measurement Other settings Unlock protected sequences or distance unit can be selected Figure 4 28 Other settings dialogue Keys NIN Select other settings item TEST Enters selected item ESC Exits the menu without changes Unlocking autotests and comments Ey Other settings Protection flag key for all default auto test sequences and associated comments will be cleared Figure 4 29 Other settings dialogue TEST Unlocks locked auto test sequences ESC Exits the menu without changes 42 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Miscellaneous Units selection Zj Units of measurement Unit for specific earth resistance will be se ected Ed ND m Figure 4 30 Other settings dialogue gt Select distance units TEST Enters selected distance units ESC Exits the menu without changes 4 4 6 Communication port al A COMPORT The communication port RS232 or USB can be selected in this menu RS232 USB Figure 4 31 Communication port selection Keys NIN Select communication port TEST Confirms selected port ESC Exits without changes Note a Only one port can be active at the same time 4 4 7 Locator This function enables tracing electrical lines Keys TEST Starts locator function ESC Exits miscellaneous menu oee chapter 5 11 Locator for locator operation 43 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument ope
64. calling and clearing stored results Setting date and time Selection of communication port Setting the instrument to initial values Entering locator function Selection of operator DOODODDOUL Figure 4 22 Options in Miscellaneous menu Keys VIMICEI gt Selection of option TEST Enters selected option ESC Returns to the main menu 4 4 1 Language The instrument supports different languages l SELECT LANGUAGE ENGLISH ITALIANO ESPANOL FRANCAIS Figure 4 23 Language selection Keys Y I Select language TEST Confirms selected language and exits to settings menu ESC Exits to settings menu without changes 3 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Miscellaneous 4 4 2 Supply system Isc factor RCD standard In the Voltage system menu the following parameters can be selected a VOLTAGE SYSTEM Voltage system Mains supply system type Set Isc factor Correction factor for Isc RR y calculation ksc Qs RDC testing RCD normative reference 1 00 RCD testing EN61008 EN61009 Figure 4 24 System parameters Keys VI Select option el Change the option TEST Confirms selected option ESC Exits to settings menu with new setup Mains supply systems The following supplying systems are supported TT TN earthed systems IT system insulated from earth 110 V reduced low voltage 2 x 55 V center tap grounded 110 V reduced low voltage 3 x 63
65. cessive Uc or trip out time out of bounds a Auto test is finished without 523 tests in case of testing the RCD type A with rated residual currents of lAn 300 mA 500 mA and 1000 mA In this case auto test result passes if all previous results pass and indications tA and E are omitted 5 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Fault loop impedance 5 4 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current Fault loop is a loop comprising mains source line wiring and PE return path to the mains source The instrument has ability to measure impedance of mentioned loop and calculate short circuit current and contact voltage regarding the selected circuit breaker type The measurement is covered by requirements of the EN 61557 3 standard E Z LOOP 19 28 E See 4 2 Single test for active keys L AL J inre 225 B Protection INSULATION Z LINE CETT RCD Figure 5 18 Fault loop impedance Test parameters for fault loop impedance measurement Selection of main protection device in fault loop RCD FUSE Fuse type Selection of fuse type NV gG B C K D Fuse Rated current of selected fuse Isc_lim Minimum short circuit current for selected fuse combination See Appendix A for reference fuse data Select RCD to prevent trip out of RCD in RCD protected installation Means no fuse selected Fuse type Fusel Maximum breaking time of selected fuse Isclim Circuits for measurement o
66. connected to phase voltage the warning message is displayed instrument buzzer is activated and further measurements are disabled in Z LOOP and RCD functions Warning a If line voltage is detected on the tested PE terminal immediately stop all measurements find and remove the fault Notes a In main and miscellaneous menus the PE terminal is not tested o PE test terminal does not operate in case the operators body is completely insulated from floor or walls 8 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Locator 5 11 Locator This function is intended for tracing mains installation like a Tracing lines a Finding shorts breaks in lines a Detecting fuses eo The instrument generates test signals that can be traced with the handheld tracer receiver R10K See Locator appendix for additional information x SYSTEM MEMORY Figure 5 53 Locator entry point Parameters for locator There are no parameters Typical applications for tracing electrical installation IYD t im y 0 La mla Mi Euh Figure 5 54 Tracing wires under walls and in cabinets m installation Selective probe ee ee ee o R mn a n m Receiver R10K Figure 5 55 Locating individual fuses 9 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Locator Line tracing procedure Select the Kej ez wge function in MISC menu Connect test cable to t
67. cription Front panel 3 Instrument description 3 1 Front panel Legend O NOO ON OFF HELP F2 F1 MEM ESC TAB Cursor keypad with TEST key BACKLIGHT CONTRAST LCD p N EurotestXA Figure 3 1 Front panel Switches the instrument power on or off The instrument automatically turns off 15 minutes after the last key was pressed Accesses help menus Adds new memory location Confirmation of name entered in edit mode Enters memory editing mode Deletes character on the left in edit mode Handling with memory Exits selected and displayed option Jumps between display windows Cursors Selection of tested function and its working parameters TEST Initiates measurements Acts also as the PE touching electrode Changes backlight level and contrast 320 x 240 dots matrix display with backlight 14 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument description Connector panel 3 2 Connector panel A gt 355 Figure 3 2 Connector panel Legend 1 Test connector Measuring inputs outputs connection of measuring cables 2 Charger socket Connection of power supply adapter 3 PS 2 connector Protection cover Communication with PC serial port and connection to optional measuring adapters Protects from simultaneous access to test connector and power supply adapter socket plus communication connectors 5 USB connector USB 1 1 communication port 6 Clamp connector Measuring input for current clamp
68. ct auto sequence B Connect test leads to the tested wall socket or consumer and the instrument see figure F 3 Select test parameters optional Connect test cable to the instrument Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional 135 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix F Country notes EJLOOP Re TH j HCONTINUITY LOOP Re 07 15 B 40 4 Y Re outlet 0 20 LOOP Re at distribution board LOOP Re at wall socket Figure F 4 Examples of LOOP Re measurement results Displayed results A Resistance of PE wiring at distribution board Rpe Resistance of PE wiring between distribution board and wall socket Re_outlet Resistance of complete PE wiring Notes a Resistance Re for distribution board Re DB is kept in the instrument memory until new LOOP Re is done or the instrument initialized see 4 4 5 a CONTINUITY with LOOP Re sub function operates only with the right connected test connection F 2 4 CH modification Change L N In the terminal voltage monitor see 3 5 1 the positions of L and N indications are opposite to standard version Voltage monitor example N PE L a 9 Online voltage is displayed together with test terminal indication LLL Note a All figures in main text of the user manual containing the terminal voltage monitor has to be read as the example above for this modification 136 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix
69. d N test terminals are reversed automatically according to detected terminal voltage Earth resistance a High currents and voltages in earthing could influence the measurement results a High resistance of S and H probes could influence the measurement results In this case indications Rp and Rc appear in the message field There is no pass fail indication in this case a Resistance of E measuring wire is added to the measurement result of resistance to earth Use only standard test accessory without extension lead for E probe a In two clamps test the distance between clamps should be at least 30 cm see figure 5 34 a In one clamp test the accuracy decreases as the ratio R Re increases Line tracer a Receiver R10K should always be in IND mode when working with the MI 3105 instrument a When dealing with complex installations long conductors or more current loops connected in parallel it is advisable to disconnect parts of the installation that are not of interest at that moment Otherwise the test signal will spread all over the installation and the selectivity can fall to an unacceptable level 10 MI 3105 EurotestXA Safety and operational considerations Battery and charging 2 2 Battery and charging The instrument uses six AA size alkaline or rechargeable Ni Cd or Ni MH battery cells Nominal operating time is declared for cells with nominal capacity of 2100 mAh Battery condition is always present on the display when t
70. d as its own location in memory Simple browsing through structure and results Test reports can be created with no or little modifications after downloading results to a PC Test procedures can be prepared in advance on the PC and sent to the instrument A new installation structure can be built on the instrument An existing structure can be upgraded on the instrument A name can be assigned to each location 0 O 0DO DO The data structure can be accessed and updated in each of the three main memory menus store recall clear memory but also through tree structure view MEC TT TT E e SETA E laa METREL d d le SOCKET 1 SOCKET 2 004 INSULATION 03 Mar 2006 07 37 002 CONTINUITY 02 Mar 2006 14 15 003 Z LINE 03 Mar 2006 07 32 004 RCD Y 03 Mar 2006 07 38 E OFFICES Basic view Tree structure view Figure 6 1 Example of data structure fields 83 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Installation data structure Structure LIGHT 1 SOCKET 1 SOCKET rl R amp D dep f ACDI J E PRODUCT E 4 JPH SOCKET MOTOR amp fr RCDI 2 5 OFFICES E PCT a LIGHT 1 SEN LIGHT ROD ELECTRODE1 y ELECTRODE y y ELECTRODE3 y y ELECTRODE4 TLINMLIEL l Fr conn to MPE em MPET L EARTHINGI Br WATTER BF HEATING f TELECOM fr CATV die L EL EET Figure 6 2 Installation structure example as presented on PC Memory operation menu Install
71. d structure data field ESC Exits to the last state of the instrument F1 Edits name of selected location for editing see 4 3 4 F2 Enters installation structure tree view to select appropriate location 6 4 1 Recalling result be RECALL MEMORY Result field has to be selected TRATE 07 Sep 2005 40 34 002 RCD Y 07 Sep 2005 10 35 003 INSULATION 13 5ep 2005 14 25 004421 IZOLACIJA 13 5ep 2005 14 28 Figure 6 8 Recall data menu Keys in results field V h Select the stored data TEST Opens selected stored item TAB ESC Back to recall memory main menu 88 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Clearing saved data Key ESC Keys V h TEST ESC Key in open function result ESC 0 61 ise 0 14 r d xr D 0 fo Back to recall memory main menu Select stored data Opens function result Back to recall memory main menu CONTINUITY Back to observed auto sequence Figure 6 10 Auto sequence stored example 6 5 Clearing saved data From main menu select MISC menu and enter MISC option see 4 4 3 results memory Keys gt TEST ESC MEMORY CLEAR MEMORY option for erasing complete test MEMORY LEFT 98 0 A A11 stored data will be deleted GTC CLEAR Figure 6 11 Clear memory Select CANCEL CLEAR Confirms selected option Cancels dialog without changes 89 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Clearing saved data
72. de 4 2 Single test gt EJVOLTAGE TRMS 4 TEH E wine p is intended to run individual test Un 232v 149 99 measurement functions upe 232v Unpe Ov L PE WN ze aN 232 TH III SICONTINUITY INSULATION m Figure 4 2 Example of typical Single test screen 23 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Single test Keys in main single test screen Select test measurement function a lt VOLTAGE gt Voltage and frequency plus phase sequence a lt CONTINUITY gt Resistance to earth connection and equipotential bonding a lt INSULATION gt Insulation resistance a lt Z LINE gt Line impedance a lt Z LOOP gt Fault loop impedance ais a lt RCD gt RCD testing a EARTH Resistance to earth a lt CURRENT gt Clamp current a lt SENSOR gt Illumination a lt VARISTOR TEST Transient suppressor test The following functions are available only when the IT supply system is selected see chapter 4 4 2 a lt IMD check gt Insulation monitor device testing a lt ISFL gt Measurement of first fault leakage current VI Select sub function in selected measurement function TEST Runs selected test measurement function TAB Enters test parameters field ESC Exits single test operation mode MEM Stores measured results recalls stored results Keys in test parameter field V Select measuring parameter 12 Change the selected parameter TEST TAB ESC Exit back to main single test
73. dual wall sockets This is autotest only accessible procedure consisting of two special functions the LOOP Re and the CONTINUITY with LOOP Re sub function Test parameters for LOOP Re function This function does not have any parameters Test parameters for CONTINUITY LOOP Re function TEST Test sub function LOOP Re R200mA R7mA With LOOP Re selected 1 1 With LOOP Re selected Rated current of the fuse for over current protection of tested socket outlet Conventional touch voltage limit 25 V 50 V Calculated limit value for PE wiring resistance Uc I Resistance of PE wiring to distribution board result of LOOP Re measurement Re DB 132 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix F Country notes Circuit for measurement the resistance of PE wire Distribution Outlets and consumers board i jt m XJ o JU m eo if Figure F 1 Two step procedure for PE wiring resistance measurement connection of plug commander and universal test cable Auto sequence recommendation For measurement of the PE resistance the following shall be applied Two auto sequences with at least one function can be prepared see 4 3 The first auto sequence sequence A intended for measurement at distribution board level shall contain function LOOP Re The second auto sequence sequence B intended for measurement of wall sockets and consumers shall contain CONTINUITY function with sub function LOOP Re PE wire resi
74. e name as previous 1 Opens dialog box for adding new location at the next sublevel gt for 2 seconds Active only if there are no sublevels at the selected location Name of the new location 91 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Editing installation data structure Keys in open dialog box C gt Select YES NO TEST Confirms selected option ESC Cancels dialog box without changes An example for opening a new location and storing a test result into the location is presented below CONTINUITY R200mA TEH E Finished test with the results prepared for saving is marked with icon VOLTAGE in IL TLLA INSULATION E Figure 6 15 Test result prepared for saving MP SAVE TEST E Ed ERAS ER 13 REE 99 7 SELECTED 4 42 001 INSULATION 03 Mar 2006 07 37 Key 002 CONTINUITY 02 Mar 2006 14 19 003 Z LINE 03 Mar 2006 07 38 MEM Enters the save test menu eo ACA Figure 6 16 Save test menu Es SAVE TEST E REE 33 75 SELECTED 4 42 Keys 001 INSULATION 03 Mar 2006 07 37 002 CONTINUITY 02 Mar 2006 14 19 F2 Changes structure view 003 Z LINE 03 Mar 2006 07 38 TEST Confirms the new location PARLE Add new location nos Mae F1 Enters name of the location Figure 6 17 Dialog box for new location 92 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Editing installation data structure E SAVE TEST E METREL d d PRODUCT 3PH SOCKET aia ii E O 2 5 Enter name of the locatio
75. ected otherwise they may explode a Hazardous voltages exist inside the instrument Disconnect all test leads remove the power supply cable and switch off the instrument before removing battery compartment cover a All normal safety precautions have to be taken in order to avoid risk of electric shock when working on electrical installations O A Warnings related to measurement functions Insulation resistance a Do not touch the test object during the measurement or before it is fully discharged Risk of electric shock a Automatic discharge of capacitive object will take some time after the finished insulation resistance measurement Warning message and actual voltage is displayed during discharging until voltage drops below 10 V In no case you should disconnect test leads until tested object is completely discharged MI 3105 EurotestXA Safety and operational considerations Warnings and notes Notes related to measurement functions General a a Indicator E means that the selected measurement can t be performed because of irregular conditions on input terminals Insulation resistance varistor test continuity functions and earth resistance measurements shall be performed on de energized objects i e voltage between test terminals should be lower than 10 V PASS FAIL indication is enabled when limit is set to ON Apply appropriate limit value for evaluation of measurement results In case that only two of three wi
76. ers Fuse type must be selected Connect test cable or plug commander to the instrument Connect the test leads to the tested points see figure 5 25 Press the TEST key to perform the measurement After the measurement is finished Store the result optional 62 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Line impedance Voltage drop Mec 8 LA 20 570 zret 0 14410 ri PS B T pm ey TH m coNTiNUITY uiNSULATION EZYTIT3 z a u coNTiNUITY uiNSULATION EZYTIT3 2 L Step 1 Zref Step 2 Voltage drop Figure 5 26 Examples of voltage drop measurement result Displayed results AU uus Voltage drop Siria Prospective short circuit current A Line impedance at measured point Zref Reference impedance Voltage drop is calculated as follows AU s 2 2 mp Ey 100 Uy where AU MO calculated voltage drop N impedance at test point LE impedance at reference point as rated current of selected fuse ado nominal voltage see table below Input voltage range L N or L1 L2 400 V Note a Ifthe reference impedance is not set the value of Zref is considered as 0 00 O a The Zref is cleared set to 0 00 0 if pressing F1 key while instrument is not connected to a voltage source O Isc is calculated as described in chapter 5 5 1 Line impedance and prospective short circuit current a If the measured voltage is outside the ranges described in the table above the AU result will not be calculated a High fluctua
77. estXA Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 Fault loop impedance measurement procedure Select the r Eele x function Select test parameters optional Connect test cable to the EurotestXA Connect test leads to the tested object see figure G 9 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional E Z LOOP 10 34 0 66 isc 35 da amp 0 6 4o xr 0 4120 save as RPEcal ON Z lim 70 00 qu INSULATION Z LIND CETT RCD ER Figure G 10 Example of loop impedance measurement result Displayed results rm Fault loop impedance cm Prospective fault current a Resistive part of loop impedance p Reactive part of loop impedance Prospective fault current Isc is calculated from measured impedance as follows I Unx Ko SC Z where 3 Ae Nominal U_ pe voltage see table below KSC Correction factor for Isc see chapter 4 4 2 Input voltage L PE 230 V 185 V U Lpe lt 266 V Notes a High fluctuations of mains voltage influence the measurement results The noise sign HiH is displayed in the message field in such case Repeat the measurement a Isc is not calculated in case the terminal voltage monitor does not detect voltage state that corresponds to the selected supply system indication a This measurement will trip out RCD in RCD protected electrical installation if FUSE is selected as breaking device instead of
78. eters for illumination measurement Figure 5 45 Connection of LUX probe to the instrument 73 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Sensors lllumination ais AN c m Figure 5 46 LUX meter probe positioning Illumination measuring procedure Connect LUX probe to the instrument see figure 5 45 Select the EEES function Enable and set limit value optional Power ON the LUX probe ON OFF key green LED lits Press the TEST key for measurement Press the TEST key to finish the measurement Power OFF the LUX probe Store the result optional DO COCO DODDO SENSOR TET E Rod EARTH CURRENT GRID Figure 5 47 Example of illumination measurement result Displayed results Illumination Notes a Take care of the LUX probe positioning a For accurate measurements make sure that the milk glass bulb is lit up without any shadows cast by hand body or other unwanted objects a It is very important to know that it takes the time to get full power operation of the artificial light sources see technical data for light sources Therefore they should be switched on for at least that period before the measurements are proceeded 4 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements 2 Q line loop impedance 5 9 2 20 line loop impedance The measurement is performed with Impedance adapter A1143 It is automatically recognized in Z LINE and Z LOOP functions With this adapter low impedances up to
79. evel ESC Returns to auto sequence main menu without changes AUTO SEQUENCE 22 44 AUTO SEQUENCE 22 42 name of sequence description of sequence name of sequence description of sequence DESCRIPTION 0005005000505 BED OA IO KXL Wy E oe E Ed SAVE Ed SAVE Carns Figure 4 10 Auto sequence name edit Figure 4 11 Auto sequence description edit menu menu Keys for 2 level Highlighted key selected symbol or activity I gt IV IN Select symbol or activity TEST Enters selected symbol or performs selected activity F1 Deletes last entered symbol in the name line F2 Confirms name and returns to 1 level of auto sequence name menu ESC Returns to 1 level of auto sequence name menu without changes 20 characters is the maximum length of the auto sequence name 100 characters is the maximum length of the auto sequence description 29 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing 4 3 5 Storing auto sequence settings sequence number name F2 Opens dialog for storing auto sequence settings in auto sequence main menu BAUT SEQUENCE TRE The dialog enables storing existing auto sequence TI settings into different location or overwriting existing TEST EXA1 JCONTINUITY INSULATION L VOLTAGE Z LI q Save Autotest Settings Figure 4 12 Store dialog Keys lt I gt Select the auto sequence number TEST Confirms the storing ESC
80. exceeded 5 of reading 10 digits o Cerne ie errr UR 100 Re or 50 kQ whichever is lower PR OI A A 100 Re or 50 kQ whichever is lower Automatic test of probe resistance yes Additional error at 3 V noise 50 Hz 5 of reading 10 digits Automatic test of voltage noise yes Noise voltage indication threshold 1 V 50 O worst case Open terminal test voltage 40 Vac Test voltage frequency 125 Hz Short circuit test current 20 mA Earth resistance one clamp method Measuring range Q Resolution O 0 00 19 99 0 01 20 0 199 9 3 of reading 3 digits 200 1999 5 of reading 2000 9999 10 96 of reading Additional spike resistance error if Rc max or Rp max is exceeded 5 of reading 10 digits sica da cm 100 Re or 50 kQ whichever is lower o c 100 Re or 50 kQ whichever is lower Automatic test of probe resistance yes Resistance ratio induced error 2 9o x R Re Additional error R and Re at 3 V noise 50 Hz 5 of reading 10 digits R 2 A noise 50 Hz 10 of reading 10 digits Automatic test of voltage noise yes Noise voltage indication threshold 1 V 50 O worst case Open terminal test voltage 40 Vac Test voltage frequency 125 Hz Short circuit test curren
81. f fault loop impedance 4 Figure 5 19 Connection of plug cable and universal test cable 58 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Fault loop impedance Fault loop impedance measurement procedure Select the Helel function Select test parameters optional Connect test cable to the EurotestXA Connect test leads to the tested object see figure 5 18 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional E Z LOOP TRE UU BZ L00P TRH LI 4 43 Y 4 32 isc 5 3 2 4320 xr 0 250 L PE M Qu a gt Qe m lc 5 4 9 4 42 xr 0 290 Protection FUSE L PE M B m m uos 6A ree e Protection RCD uw 30 04 da INE CART RCO EARTH INSULATION Z LINE ATT RCD mp Figure 5 20 Examples of loop impedance measurement result Displayed results rp Fault loop impedance o Prospective fault current oca Resistive part of loop impedance A Reactive part of loop impedance Prospective fault current Isc is calculated from measured impedance as follows Unx ksc I sc n Z where Ubi Nominal U_ pe voltage see table below KSC Correction factor for Isc see chapter 4 4 2 Input voltage L PE 230 V 185 V U Lpe lt 266 V Notes a High fluctuations of mains voltage influence the measurement results The noise sign HiH is displayed in the message field in such case Repeat the measurement a Isc is not calculated in
82. f necessary Disconnect from mains supply and discharge tested installation Connect test leads to the tested PE wiring see figure 5 6 Press the TEST key for measurement After the measurement is finished store the result optional DOUOOCCDODCODO OO CONTINUITY R200mA 18 39 TEST Limit VOLTAGE in IL LAS INSULATION ry Figure 5 7 Example of continuity R200MA result Displayed results RENT Main R200mA resistance average of R and R results PS euo R200mA sub resistance with positive voltage at N terminal R pruners R200mA sub resistance with positive voltage at PE terminal 48 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Continuity 5 2 2 7 mA resistance measurement In general this function serves as standard Q meter with low test current The measurement is performed continuously without pole reversal The function can also be applied for testing continuity of inductive components Test circuit for continuous resistance measurement Figure 5 8 Universal test cable application Continuous resistance measurement procedure Select the fe am VE function oet sub function R 7mA L PE or N PE Enable and set limit optional Connect test cable to the instrument Compensate test leads resistance if necessary Disconnect from mains supply and discharge tested object Connect test leads to the tested object see figure 5 6 Press the TEST key for continuous measurement Press the TEST key to s
83. g To clean the surface of the instrument use a soft cloth slightly moistened with soapy water or alcohol Then leave the instrument to dry totally before use Warnings a Do not use liquids based on petrol or hydrocarbons a Do not spill cleaning liquid over the instrument 7 3 Periodic calibration It is essential that the test instrument is regularly calibrated in order technical specification listed in this manual is guaranteed We recommend an annual calibration Only an authorized technical person can do the calibration Please contact your dealer for further information 7 4 Service For repairs under warranty or at any other time please contact your distributor 95 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications 8 Technical specifications 8 1 Insulation resistance Insulation LN LPE NPE Insulation resistance nominal voltages 50 Vpc 100 Vpc and 250 Vpc Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 25 MQ 199 9 MQ 10 96 of reading 100 0 199 9 20 ofreading Insulation resistance nominal voltages 500 Vpc and 1000 Vpc Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 15 MQ 1000 MQ Measuring range MO Resolution MQ 0 00 19 99 5 of reading 3 digits 20 0 199 9 emn 200 299 pulida 300 1000 20 of reading Insulation ALL and L PE N PE L N L PE Insulation resistance nominal voltages 50 Vpc 100 Vpc 250 Vpc 500 Vpc 1000 Vpc Measuring range according to EN61
84. ge mA Resolution mA Note 0 0 19 9 calculated value 122 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems E Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems E 1 Standard reference BS7671 E 2 Fundamentals Special supply systems are applied where inherent protection to electric shock is required but no SELV used Reduced low voltage supply with ground reference can be used for this purpose There are two options with 110 V nominal voltage L1 L1 55 V PE 110V 110 V 55 V L2 L2 a Single phase with center tap connected a Three phase star connection center tap to PE i e 2x 55 V connected to PE i e 3 x 63 V a No neutral line a No neutral line Figure E 1 General reduced low voltage supply systems E 3 MI 3105 guides The user has to select the reduced low voltage supply system in the instrument before testing it The procedure for selecting the reduced low voltage supply system is defined in chapter 4 4 2 Supply system Isc factor RCD standard Once the reduced low voltage system is selected the instrument can be used immediately The instrument keeps selected reduced low voltage system when it is turned off When the instrument detects appropriate voltage levels for selected reduced low voltage system the terminal voltage monitor shows reduced low voltage system icon RV 123 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems E 3 1 MI 3105 functions and reduced
85. h individual test result is accompanied with isst ee appropriate indication 4m nsuLarioN LINE 2 LooP TT m Figure E 3 RCD Uc test If input voltage is out of range it is displayed on terminal voltage monitor together with the indicator of disabled test Lx E 3 1 3 Line impedance test Measured impedance represents Line Line impedance 1 12 Nominal system voltage for calculation of lpsc is set to 110 V Nominal system voltage range for line impedance measurement is 90 V to 121 V If input voltage is out of range it is displayed on terminal voltage monitor together with the indicator of disabled test IX E 3 1 4 Fault loop impedance tests Definition of nominal system voltage for calculation of lpsc is changed to a 55V for single phase center tap system selected a 63 V for three phase system selected E Z LOOP 23 02 Tests can be carried out for both combination L 1 PE and L2 PE Each individual test result is iE accompanied with appropriate indication Fuse Type NSULATION Z LINE CETT RCD Figure E 4 Fault loop impedance Nominal input voltages are 44 V lt Uinp lt 61 V for single phase 55 V system 56 V x Uinp x 70 V for three phase 63 V system If input voltage is out of range it is displayed on terminal voltage monitor together with the indicator of disabled test Lx 125 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems E 4 Technical specificat
86. hapter 5 2 1 Continuity R200 mA measurement G 3 2 2 7 mA resistance measurement See Chapter 5 2 2 7 mA resistance measurement 141 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 G 3 2 3 R PE loop measurement It is based on Z Loop measurement which also gives reference value measured at e g switchboard or common coupling point of tested electrical installation Test circuit for R PE loop measurement Figure G 6 Connection for reference 1 and socket measurements R PE loop measurement procedure For reference measurement procedure see chapter G 3 3 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current Select the jede BL EMM function oet sub function R PE loop Enable and select Fuse I optional select maximum touch voltage Uc optional Connect test cable to the instrument Tested installation must be in normal operating condition with mains supply Connect test leads to the tested socket see figure G 6 Press the TEST key for measurement After the measurement is finished store the result optional OCCO OO OODD ECONTINUITY R PE loop 09 57 0 21 Y FPEca 0 4 Fo ATUN INSULATION Z LINE Z Lm Figure G 7 Example of continuity R200MA result 142 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 Displayed results Rpe Resistance of PE conductor betwee
87. harge tested insulation Connect test cable to the instrument and tested item see figures 5 2 and 5 3 Press the TEST key for measurement keep pressing for continuous measurement Note a Follow the correct test wiring as indicated in terminal voltage monitor ES when the particular insulation test is selected If only two test wires are connected and L N L PE or N PE test is selected then technical specification for Insulation ALL applies After the measurement is finished wait until tested item is discharged Store the result optional HINSULATION ALL TEH Rin 7Z 29wuo0 om5147v Ripe O vo 05517 Rnpe 1 2 3w 0 05545 B TMi rre 0 a 1 MO SIINSULATION L PE TEJI E A VOLTAGE CONTINUITY ULE Al E VOLTAGE CONTINUITY uU EI EL LU Em Figure 5 4 Examples of insulation resistance measurement results Displayed results RIN aas Insulation resistance between L and N Ripe Insulation resistance between L and PE Rnpe Insulation resistance between N and PE Um Test voltage s actual value s 46 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Continuity 9 2 Resistance to earth connection and equipotential bonding The resistance measurement is performed in order to assure that protective measures against electric shock through earth bond connections are effective Four subfunctions are available a Earth bond resistance measuremen
88. he instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figures 5 54 and 5 55 Press the TEST key Trace lines with receiver in IND mode or receiver plus its optional accessory After tracing is finished press the ESC key to stop generating test signal LOCATOR i Figure 5 56 Locator active 80 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements 5 12 Varistor test Varistor test This test is performed to verify overvoltage protection devices Typical devices are a Metal oxide varistors a Gasarresters a Semiconductor transient voltage suppressors SIVARISTOR TEST See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys a EARTH CURRENT ZG CL SEs Figure 5 57 Varistor test menu Test parameters for varistor test Low limit DC threshold voltage 50 V 1000 V High limit DC threshold voltage 50 V 1000 V It 1 00 mA Threshold current Test circuit for varistor test Y See ee E E S 5 N tit PE rn HA mains voltage ESI switched off s loads Q n permanent disconnected Figure 5 58 Connection of universal test cable for varistor test 81 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Varistor test Varistor test procedure Select the WZAlitky fe Sas function Set test parameters Disconnect mains supply and consumers from tested overvoltage device Connect test cable to the instrument and tested item see figure 5 58 Press the TEST key for measurement After
89. he instrument is turned on In case the battery is weak the instrument indicates this as shown in figure 2 1 This indication appears for a few seconds and then the instrument is turned off BATTERY TEST 6 6V Figure 2 1 Discharged battery indication The battery is charged whenever the power supply adapter is connected to the instrument Internal circuit controls charging assuring maximum battery lifetime Power supply socket polarity is shown in figure 2 2 Figure 2 2 Power supply socket polarity The instrument automatically recognizes connected power supply adapter and controls charging Symbols Indication of battery charging 1 2 Battery voltage a No Figure 2 3 Charging indication m A Before opening battery fuse compartment cover disconnect all measuring accessories connected to the instrument and power off the instrument a Insert cells correctly otherwise the instrument will not operate and the battery could be discharged a Remove all battery cells from the battery compartment if the instrument is not used for longer period a Do not charge alkaline battery cells 11 MI 3105 EurotestXA Safety and operational considerations Battery and charging a Take into account handling maintenance and recycling requirements that are defined by related regulatives and manufacturer of alkaline or rechargeable batteries a Use only power supply adapter delivered from
90. heo 500V Lirnit OFF VOLTAGE GENT CONTINUITY Figure 3 6 Typical single test display 3 5 1 Terminal voltage monitor ESINSULATION ALL Display organization ER E Menu line Result field Test parameter field Message field Terminal voltage monitor INSULATION CONTINUITY MP Function tabs The terminal voltage monitor displays current voltages present on the test terminals In its lower part messages are displayed regarding the measured voltages and selected voltage system see 4 4 2 Supply systems r ge ee en z2H PE O Loa A 233 L PE WN e ec Sm ACACIA reference in measuring circuit L PE N OO a n ge L PE WN e amp 7 L pl D Lu Lu 1 H IT supply system supply system Sele 15185 Three phase connection indicator TT TN supply system L N polarity changed First fault in IT supply system Check monitored voltages to fix the problem 18 Reduced low voltage supply system Online voltage is displayed together with test terminal indication L and N test terminals are used for selected measurement L and PE are test terminals N terminal should also be connected for Polarity of test voltage applied to the output terminals Insulation test two measuring terminals should be shorted Unknown supply system atypical voltage at input terminals for selected MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument description Display organization
91. ic shock through earth bond connections are effective Five subfunctions are avallable a Earth bond resistance measurement according to EN 61557 4 between N and PE terminals test current gt 200 mA a Earth bond resistance measurement according to EN 61557 4 between L and PE terminals test current gt 200 mA a Continuous resistance measurement with lower test current between N and PE terminals test current ca 7 mA a Continuous resistance measurement with lower test current between L and PE terminals test current ca 7 mA and a Resistance of PE conductor through fault loop measurement 140 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 202008 CONTINUITY R PE loop 09 54 See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys Rpe RPEcal DO d 7 RPE lim 2 0060 CaA iNsuLaTION Z LINE Z Lub Figure G 5 Continuity Test parameters for resistance measurement TEST Resistance measurement sub function R200mA NPE R7MA NPE R200mA LPE R7mA LPE R PE loop If R PE loop then Rated current of fuse 6 A 10 A 16 A 20 A 25 AF Touch voltage limit 25 V 50 V e lim Maximum PE resistance RPE cal Calibrated value of PE resistance given by reference loop impedance measurement see G 3 3 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current Maximum resistance OFF 0 1 Q 20 0 Q Means no fuse selected G 3 2 1 Continuity R200 mA measurement See C
92. ifferent wall sockets electric shock hazard C 3 R10K power supply The receiver R10K is supplied by a 9 V alkaline battery IEC 6LR61 C 4 Maintenance Remove battery from R10K when not in use for a longer time Apply maintenance instructions from chapter 7 of this document 114 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix D IT supply systems D Appendix D IT supply systems In order for operator to be familiar enough with measurements in and their typical applications in IT supply system it is advisable to read Metrel handbook Measurements on IT power supply systems D 1 Standard references EN 60364 4 41 EN 60364 6 EN 60364 7 710 BS 7671 D 2 Fundamentals IT supply system is mains supply system that is insulated from ground PE it is ungrounded supplying system The system is without direct connection to the ground or the connection is provided through relatively high impedance It is applied mostly in areas where additional protection to electric shock is required Typical places are medical surgery rooms IT supply system also omits any grounding currents except leakages and in this way there arent problems with step voltage i e voltage drop in one step neither high energy sparking in Ex areas In normal cases the high impedance to the ground exists and is formed by capacitances of supply wires to the ground plus capacitances between primary and secondary windings of IT supply transformer Minor part is formed by Y capacitors EMC i
93. ing the instrument are available Operator can choose appropriate one on basis of his operation see the following examples The instrument hangs around operators neck only quick placing and displacing The instrument can be used even when placed in soft carrying bag test cable connected to the instrument through the front aperture 3 Instrument set and accessories 3 7 1 Standard set a Instrument a Three alligator clips a Soft carrying bag a Current clamp a Short instruction manual a Power supply adapter a Product verification data a CD with instruction manual a Warranty declaration handbook Measurements on a Declaration of conformity electric installations in theory and a Universal test cable practice PC software o Three test tips o USB interface cable a Schuko plug commander a RS232 interface cable 3 7 2 Optional accessories See the attached sheet for a list of optional accessories that are available on request from your distributor 22 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Main menu amp Single test 4 Instrument operation 4 1 Main menu From the Main menu different instrument operation modes can be set AI MAIN MENU SINGLE TEST a Single test menu see 4 2 a Auto sequence menu see 4 3 a Miscellaneous see 4 4 y b ad AUTO SEQUENCE kl A TO MISCELLANEOUS Figure 4 1 Main menu Keys VI Select the mode TEST Enters selected mo
94. instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figure 5 13 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional RCD Tripout current 18 0 Y TEST Tripout L PE MN TEST Tripout current current ns 27 UE Trip out After the RCD is turned on again Figure 5 16 Trip out current measurement result example Displayed results mm Trip out current Uci Contact voltage at trip out current I or end value in case the RCD didn t trip EN Trip out time 55 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Testing RCD 5 3 4 RCD Autotest RCD autotest function is intended to perform complete RCD testing and measurement of belonging parameters contact voltage fault loop resistance and trip out time at different residual currents in one set of automatic tests guided by the instrument If any false parameter is noticed during the RCD autotest then individual parameter test has to be used for further investigation RCD autotest procedure RCD Autotest steps Notes J Select the 34 function oet sub function AUTO oet test parameters if necessary Connect test cable to the instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figure 5 13 Press the TEST key otart of test a Test with xlan O step 1 RCD should not trip out a Test with 2xlan 180 step 2 RCD should not trip out RCD should trip out RCD should trip out a Test with
95. ional test parameters for voltage drop measurement Maximum voltage drop 3 0 96 9 0 96 60 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Line impedance Voltage drop 5 5 1 Line impedance and prospective short circuit current Circuit for measurement of line impedance Ro RE LT ill Figure 5 23 Phase neutral or phase phase line impedance measurement connection of plug commander and universal test cable Line impedance measurement procedure Select the 4Mi T3 function Select the Z sub function Select test parameters optional Connect test cable to the instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figure 5 23 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional 0 57 Y 0 34 isc d 2 0 E 0 570 xr 0 050 E 0 330 xr D 0 Zo L PE M i L1 L3 L2 e hd ze x or pe de CONTINUITY INSULATION IND Zimp Line to neutral Line to line Figure 5 24 Examples of line impedance measurement result Displayed results Last Line impedance Sas Prospective short circuit current ROT Resistive part of line impedance gt C Reactive part of line impedance Prospective short circuit current is calculated as follows Lo Un x Keo SC Z where Un Nominal L N or L1 L2 voltage see table below 61 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Line impedance Voltage drop KSC Correction factor for Isc see chapter 4 4 2 Input voltage range L N or L
96. ions Only those technical specifications are listed below that are different to specifications from chapter 8 of this document E 4 1 RCD General Nominal differential currents 10 30 100 300 500 1000 mA Accuracy of actual differential currents 0 0 1 l for l4 lan 2 lan 9 lAN 0 1 LAN 0 for la 0 5 lAN Maximum nominal differential currents 1000 mA for lan for declared accuracy 500 mA for 2 lAN 100 mA for 5 lan Maximum test current 1 A for Z LOOP lt 1 Q Test current shape sine wave AC pulsed A DC B DC offset for pulsed test current 6 mA typical PRG DTV DG rad G non delayed S time delayed Test current start at 0 or 180 Nominal input voltage 55V 63V 14 Hz 500 Hz Test possibilities L1 PE and L2 PE Contact voltage Uc Measuring range according to EN6155 is 20 0 V 31 0V for limit contact voltage 25V Measuring range according to EN61557 is 20 0 V 62 0V for limit contact voltage 50V Measuring range V Resolution V 0 0 19 9 0 96 15 96 of reading 10 digits sl CO 15 of reading The accuracy is valid if Mains voltage is stabile during the measurement PE terminal is free of interfering voltages Est
97. is specification applies to max time 240 ms Tesbpouttelibs 2 cda odaste osa ita t icorUeS VYoxlan lan 2XlaN 5xlAN 5xlan is not available for l4y21000 mA RCD type AC or lan gt 300 mA RCD types A B 2xlan is not available for lay21000 mA RCD type A or lan gt 300 mA RCD type B 1xl4w is not available for lan 1000 mA RCD type B Specified accuracy is valid for complete operating range 98 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications 8 3 4 Trip out current Trip out current Complete measurement range corresponds to EN 6155 requirements Measuring range l Resolution 0 2xla 1 1xlan AC type 0 05xlAN 0 2xlan 1 5xlan A type lan 230 mA 0 05xlAN 0 2xlaw 2 2xla A type lan lt 30 mA 0 05xlAN 0 2xlan 2 2xlan B type 0 05xlan Trip out time Measuring range ms Resolution ms 0 300 Contact voltage 0 15 of reading The accuracy is valid if mains voltage is stabile during the measurement and PE terminal is free of interfering voltages Trip out measurement is not available for lan 1000 mA RCD type B Specified accuracy is valid for complete operating range 8 4 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current 8 4 1 No disconnecting device or FUSE selected Fault loop impedance Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 25 Q 19999 Q Measuring range Q Resolution O 0 00 9 99 0 01 10 0 99 9 5 of reading 5 digits 100 19999 Prospective fault current c
98. ition Receiver R10K switched in INDuctive mode Figure C 2 Detection of electromagnetic field Lines energized Mains supply Receiver R10K in IND mode Figure C 3 The EurotestXA as a signal source for tracing lines C 1 2 Positioning current clamp Whenever it is possible to embrace the traced wire it is recommended to use the appropriate current clamp instead of the receiver inductive sensor see figure below By using the clamp the signal selectivity will considerably improve Always keep maximum distance between current clamp and R10K 113 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix C Locator receiver H10K Lines energized Mains supply Figure C 4 Transmitter as active load clamp used instead of inductive sensor C 1 3 Positioning selective probe For searching a fuse in a group the selective probe shall be used The wire or housing of the fuse must be touched at the right angle with it Find the best signal by rotating the probe Keep the maximum distance between R10K and selective probe Note a Keep fingers behind the probe barrier to avoid electric shock and access of live parts C 2 Detection distances for different connections Distance up to Connection between L and N wire in same wall socket 40cm o 40cm o Connection between L wire in one wall socket and N wire in 2m other wall socket with separated conduits WARNING Avoid connection of the EurotestXA in trace mode between line and PE of d
99. lan O step 3 a Re activate RCD a Test with lan 180 step 4 a Re activate RCD a Test with 5xlan 0 step 5 a Re activate RCD m a Test with 5xl1m 180 step 6 RCD should trip out a Re activate RCD a After the measurement is finished store the result optional Result examples RCD AUTO FRI le m a Z one 4I NSULATION Z LINEJZ LoOP Dm RCD AUTO PT PE WN e wan gt iia AS dE INSULATION ZLINEJZLOOP ED Step 1 Step 2 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Testing RCD L L QF INSULATION 2 LINE 2 LOOP am INSULATION 2 LINE 2 LOOP TT m Step 3 Step 4 RCD AUTO 231 RCD AUTO PRE O ta gt 500 ms t 108 4ms ta gt 500 ms i ms ta gt 500 ms t 108 4ms ta gt 500 ms 0108 Y t 2206 1 ms t 220 1 ms t 220 1 ms Uc 2 0v tud 26G 1 ms Uc 2 0v e 9 Estay qs NSULATION LINE Z LOOP T m qs NSULATION Z LINE Z LOOP T m Step 5 Step 6 Figure 5 17 Individual steps in RCD autotest ae results t Step 1 trip out time V2xlAN 0 tu Step 2 trip out time 2xlAN 180 tU Step 3 trip out time IAN 09 t Step 4 trip out time IAN 180 t3 Step 5 trip out time 5xIAN 0 LA Step 6 trip out time 5xIAN 180 D o A Contact voltage for rated IAN Notes a The autotest sequence is immediately stopped if any incorrect condition is detected e g ex
100. lation data structure Legend for clearing in installation data structure E CLEAR TESTS AAA Results in current location qi SUB Locations Results in sub locations s CLEAR MEMORY TREE Structure Remove current location and its a sub locations FI SUB Locations O TREE Structure YES Figure 6 14 Clear in installation data structure menu Keys gt V Select option TEST Confirms option ESC Cancels dialog without changes 6 6 Editing installation data structure Installation data structure when once stored in the instrument can also be modified during use of the instrument Editing possibilities are a Adding new location see 6 6 f a Modifying the name of selected location a Clearing location tree structure see 6 5 f The possibilities are accessible in save recall and clear partly menus 6 6 1 Adding new locations Note a The structure can be expanded to 10 horizontal levels deep and with maximum 2000 storing locations Keys Select the existing location E I gt IVIN Pressed for a few seconds in some cases add a new location in the structure see 6 6 f F2 Enters installation structure tree view to select appropriate location F1 Renames the current location ESC Back to the last operation mode of the instrument Opens dialog box for adding new location at the same level V for 2 seconds Active only if selected location is the last in the level Name of the new location Sam
101. le RCD Figure D 9 Measurement of first fault leakage current for RCD protected circuit with universal test cable First fault leakage current measuring procedure Select the ElaM function Enable and set limit value optional Connect test cable to the instrument and tested installation see figures D 8 and D 9 Press the TEST key to start measurement Store the result optional 121 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix D IT supply systems E TRH E E 02 43 Isc1 1 9 6ma isct 46 9ma Ise 2 1 9 Ama isc2 4G Sma GARTH CURREND NO CHECK Vv GARTH CURRENT MD CHECK GD Um Figure D 10 Examples of measurement results for the first fault leakage current Displayed results ISC1 First fault leakage current at single fault between L1 PE S02 acis First fault leakage current at single fault between L2 PE D 4 Technical specifications Only technical specifications that are different to the specifications from chapter 8 of this document are listed below D 4 1 First fault leakage current ISFL Measuring range mA Resolution mA 0 0 99 CEP 100 1999 isan il Measuring resistance approx 30 Q D 4 2 Calibrated resistances for IMD testing Test resistance range 20 kQ to 650 kQ indicative values 64 steps Absolute maximum overload voltage 265 V Calculated insulation leakage current Measuring ran
102. ltage lower than the selected conventional limit contact voltage L and N test terminals are reversed automatically according to detected terminal voltage In case the RCD trips out during safety pretests it is possible to continue measurements just by recovering the RCD Possible reasons for trip out are incorrect RCD sensitivity lan selected or relatively high leakage currents in tested installations or defective RCD MI 3105 EurotestXA Safety and operational considerations Warnings and notes Z LOOP a Fault loop impedance measurement trips out the RCD Use the Z LOOP Impedance Protection RCD option to prevent the trip out a Fault loop impedance function with selected RCD protection takes longer time to complete but offers much better accuracy then R sub result in RCD Uc function a Specified accuracy of tested parameters is valid only if mains voltage is stable during the measurement and no additional operating circuits are connected in parallel a L and N test terminals are reversed automatically according to detected terminal voltage Z LINE Voltage drop a Measurement of Ziine Line With the instrument test leads PE and N connected together will generate warning of dangerous PE voltage when the TEST key is touched but measurement is not prohibited a Specified accuracy of tested parameters is valid only if mains voltage is stable during the measurement and no additional operating circuits are connected in parallel a L an
103. n Key F2 Confirms the name Figure 6 18 Entering name for the new location se SAVE TEST E Key MEM Saves results into the location Figure 6 19 Location prepared RECALL MEMORY E 004 CONTINUITY 03 Mar 2006 08 56 dl Rename El Change view Figure 6 20 Stored example 93 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Communication 6 7 Communication Stored results can be transferred to a PC A special communication program on the PC automatically identifies the instrument and enables data transfer between the instrument and the PC There are two communication interfaces available on the instrument USB or RS 232 for selection see 4 4 6 PS 2 RS 232 cable minimum connections 1 to 2 4 to 3 3 to 5 PS 2 for MI 3101 9 pin D female for PC Figure 6 21 Interface connection for data transfer over PC COM port How to transfer stored data In the MISC Ls select appropriate communication interface USB RS 232 RS 232 selected connect a PC COM port to the instrument PS 2 connector using the PS 2 RS232 serial communication cable USB selected connect a PC USB port to the instrument USB connector using the USB interface cable Power on the PC and the instrument Run the program Eurolink The PC and the instrument automatically recognize each other The program on the PC enables the following possibilities Downloading data Clearing storage Changing and downloading
104. n mains section of connected equipment Selecting appropriate transformer installation cabling and selection of optional high impedance connection to ground can control maximum leakage current Depending on application area additional impedance to the ground can be applied as presented in figure D 1 or through special loading equipment Value of the impedance should begin from 100 Q IT system represents additional level of protection to electric shock In the case of a failure of any line insulation to the PE through equipment failure wrong application or procedure this system is still safe but converted to TN TT type However additional failure is hazardous which means that the insulation has to be continuously checked and repaired immediately after detected failure Supplementary to other protection devices the IT system normally contains insulation monitoring device IMD or system that alarms when insulation resistance or impedance is below set threshold Threshold value depends on environment Typical value for medical installations is 55 kQ In some countries it is not enough to trace insulation resistance of IT supply system to the ground they require tracing of system capacitance too IEC 60364 4 41 OIEC In IT systems live parts shall be insulated from earth or connected to earth through sufficiently high impedance This connection may be made either at the neutral point or at midpoint of the system or at an artificial neutral poi
105. n reference point and tested socket RPEcal PE resistance value of reference socket given in Z LOOP function Notes a Warning Measurement is executed on live installation a Pay attention on proper selected location for reference fault loop impedance measurement a Measurement can only be done with right polarity of connected test leads a High fluctuations of mains voltage influence the measurement results The noise sign HiH is displayed in the message field in such case Repeat the measurement G 3 3 Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current Fault loop is a loop comprising mains source line wiring and PE return path to the mains source The instrument has ability to measure impedance of mentioned loop and calculate short circuit current and contact voltage regarding the selected circuit breaker type The measurement is covered by requirements of the EN 61557 3 standard Ez L0O0P_ 42 00 See 4 2 Single test for active keys save as RPEca ON lim 70 0 INSULATION C LINE CARL RED ER im Figure G 8 Fault loop impedance Test parameters for fault loop impedance measurement Save as RPEcal Use result as reference value for Reg measurement ON OFF Z lim 70 0 0 Maximum fault loop impedance by default from regulative Circuits for measurement of fault loop impedance Figure G 9 Connection of plug cable and universal test cable 143 MI 3105 Eurot
106. nce to earth measurement results 3 wire Displayed results for earth resistance measurement RTT Earth resistance aie TEE Resistance of S probe pio E Resistance of H probe 67 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Resistance to earth 5 7 2 One clamp measurement The measurement supports testing of particular earthing branches in earthing system Circuit for one clamp measurement Le RE4 a i E REZS NVa V L y VU L A gt 5d Figure 5 35 Resistance to earth measurement with a current clamp Resistance to earth one clamp measurement procedure Select the 74 function Select one clamp measurement Enable and set limit optional Connect test cable and clamp to the instrument Connect test leads and clamp to the tested object see figure 5 35 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional HEARTH o lt a Ve Re 2 980 Rc U do Rp 2 Bo Red TU CURRENT SENSOR Figure 5 36 Example of resistance to earth measurement results one clamp Displayed results for earth resistance measurement RN Earth resistance of measured earthing branch po Resistance of S probe gio E Resistance of H probe Re Resistance to earth of tested system Note a Connect test clamp between E test terminal and ground otherwise the parallel resistance of all electrodes RE1 up to RE3 will be measured 68 MI 3105 Eurotes
107. ning on the instrument means Read the Instruction manual with special care to safety operation The symbol requires an action a If the test equipment is used in a manner that is not specified in this user manual the protection provided by the equipment might be impaired a Read this user manual carefully otherwise use of the instrument may be dangerous for the operator for the instrument or for the equipment under test a Do not use the instrument and accessories if any damage is noticed In case a fuse has blown follow the instructions in this manual to replace it a Consider all generally known precautions in order to avoid risk of electric shock while dealing with hazardous voltages a Do not use the instrument in supply systems with voltages higher than 550 V a Service intervention or adjustment and calibration procedure is allowed to be carried out only by a competent authorized person a Use only standard or optional test accessories supplied by your distributor a Consider that older and some of new optional test accessories compatible with this instrument meet overvoltage category CAT Ill 300 V It means that maximum allowed voltage between test terminals and ground is 300 V a Instrument contains rechargeable NiCd or NiMh battery cells The cells should only be replaced with the same type as defined on the battery placement label or in this manual Do not use standard alkaline battery cells while power supply adapter is conn
108. nit optional Set distance optional Connect test leads of p adapter to tested object see figure 5 39 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional n l n n n BJEARTH p ETET 41 01 Ep D o 4Z1INDZ LOOP RCD ETD CURREN m Figure 5 40 Example of specific earth resistance measurement result Displayed results for earth resistance measurement p opecific earth resistance p ER Resistance of S probe p Rp Resistance of H probe 70 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Current Note a Distance units can be selected in Miscellaneous Initial settings Other settings menu see 4 4 5 5 8 Current This function is intended for measurement of the electric current with current clamp It is intended for measurement of leakage current and load current RECURRENT 1 04 45 See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys TTD EARTH CURRENT y Figure 5 41 Current Test parameters for clamp current measurement Maximum current OFF 0 1 mA 100 mA Test circuits for clamp current measurement Figure 5 42 Leakage and load current measurements 1 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Current Current measuring procedure Select the AUIZ3N function Set test parameters Enable and set limit value optional Note Connect current clamp to the instrument and tested item see figure 5 42 Press the TEST key to st
109. nt The latter may be connected directly to earth if the resulting impedance to earth is sufficiently high at the system frequency Where no neutral point or mid point exists a line conductor may be connected to earth through high impedance 115 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix D IT supply systems HT mE a he M IN Optional se impedance i 4 PE Figure D 1 General IT supply system Three phase star connection optional delta connection Optional neutral line Single phase connection is also possible Various system voltages not only three phase 230 V as indicated above One faulty connection of any line to PE is treated as first fault and is regular but it has to be repaired as soon as possible IEC 60364 4 41 In IT systems the following monitoring devices and protective devices may be used Insulation monitoring devices IMDs Residual current monitoring devices RCMs Insulation fault location systems Overcurrent protective devices Residual current protective devices RCDs NOTE Where a residual current operating device RCD is used tripping of the RCD in the event of a first fault cannot be excluded due to capacitive leakage currents Testing of IT supply system is slightly different to standard tests in TN TT system D 3 Measurement guides The user has to select the IT supply system in the instrument before testing it The procedure for selecting the IT supply system is defined in chapter 4 4 2 Suppl
110. o avoid trip out of the RCD and then normalized to the rated Ian Contact voltage measurement procedure Select the Xela function Set sub function Uc Set test parameters if necessary Connect test cable to the instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figure 5 13 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional Displayed contact voltage is proportional to the rated nominal residual current of the RCD and multiplied by appropriate factor Common factor of 1 05 is applied to avoid negative tolerance of result additional depend on RCD type and type of test current See table 5 1 for detailed contact voltage calculation Contact voltage Uc RCD type proportional to Rated lan 1 05xlan an 2x1 05xlan 1 4x1 05xlan m 2x1 4x1 05xlan G B i sS 2ed0 9m 2x1 05xlan an Is 2x2x1 05x lap d Table 5 1 Relationship between Uc and lan 53 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Testing RCD Loop resistance result is indicative and calculated from Uc result without additional proportional factors according to R AN RCD Uc EET 0 4 V Rr 4 1 40 Y TEST Uc n Idn 10mA type ANE Ulim 50V a INSULATION Z LINE Z LooP T3 gt Figure 5 14 Example of contact voltage measurement results Displayed results DO Contact voltage BTE Fault loop resistance 5 3 2 Trip out time
111. o measurement cn ds 68 Odio TWO clamos meas urement i eu Ua ebbe ve aeu ie EM USE IE Ue 69 5 7 4 Specific earth resistance measurement ooccooccconcconcocncocncocncocnnonnnonnnnnnonnnonnnononononoso 70 c EE E y Irae Pa o eee ee eee 71 09 SENSON and adaptelS essa as 13 5 9 1 o NU 73 5 9 2 2 O line loop IMpedanCe naon a AT A 75 O10 PEtesStienTMiNa acia ica Tf o MPOGAUOP sesionar linia 19 SA ae MIND UU E COC adit eautasaunapaiuennmuaawenines 81 o Data AM GING aaa N NA 83 6 1 MEMORY organizallofi 3 att A A A A AA 83 6 2 Installation Cala SIFUCUllG sss oitcet oa dedo oo dpa duo sip edd chine edd ud qes dad Desdquu icu pacticndedudds 83 0 9 SONNO TOS FeSUITS cuc dl en 86 6 3 1 SAVING results Specialties ii dias 87 6 4 Recalling test results and parameters cocccocconccccconioccconoonocancancononnncononnonanens 88 6 4 1 isecallitid TOS UNC asis rai a e od 88 565 AAA saved O a e P Lo EE 89 6 5 1 Cleaning Speciales arinira 2 tit a ame ttseie tiet steusedettabbe toi tatit de nas aU Ee tunt Ee ans 90 6 6 Editing installation data Structure occonccnnconiconconiccnconconnoncncnnnnonnnononnnnancnnonanons 91 6 6 1 AQUINO NCW IOCATIONS siria eot aud ive endete eem he uod stus sa CU cem Deom Re 91 o6 7 COMMUNICA IO ivan add 94 E ces uid uddces test seat ria atenmanmadenacnagecnaeasatenaueemece aacmucenaecaatceaesacceaaceeaee 95 To WREWIA CIOS S cce eau tac e o eem 95 TZ WCNC AINA A oia 95 LS Penodic Calado isa a 95 A
112. oltage Prospective fault current calculated value Measuring range A Resolution A 0 00 9 99 10 0 99 9 Consider accuracy of fault 100 999 1 loop impedance 1 00k 9 99k measurement 10 0k 23 0k IPSC calculation reniir IPSC Un ksc ZL PE Un 55 V 44 V lt Uinp lt 61 V for selected 55 V single phase system Un 63 V 56 V lt Uinp lt 70 V for selected 63 V three phase system Nominal input voltage 55 V 63 V 14 Hz 500 Hz Test possibilities L1 PE and L2 PE No trip out of RCD R XL values are indicative 129 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems E 4 3 Line impedance and prospective short circuit current ZLine Line Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 25 Q 19 9 KQ 1400 99 1 5 of reading 5 digits a a Prospective short circuit current calculated value 0 00 0 99 impedance measurement The accuracy is valid if Mains voltage is stable during the measurement IPSC CalCUIAlION 1 9 9 root ito n IPSC Un ksc ZLine Line Un 110 V 90 V x Uinp lt 121 V Maximum loading 3 1 A 10 ms Nominal input voltage 110 V 14 Hz 500 Hz R XL values are indicative 130 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix F Country notes F Appendix F Country notes This appendix F contains
113. onsisting of two special functions the LOOP Re and the CONTINUITY with LOOP Re sub function Test parameters for LOOP Re function This function does not have any parameters Test parameters for CONTINUITY LOOP Re function TEST Test sub function LOOP Re R200mA R7mA With LOOP Re selected Maximum resistance OFF 0 1 Q 20 0 Q Resistance of PE wiring to distribution board result of LOOP Re measurement 134 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix F Country notes Circuit for measurement the resistance of PE wire Distribution Outlets and consumers board i jt m XJ o JU m eo if Figure F 3 Two step procedure for PE wiring resistance measurement connection of plug commander and universal test cable Auto sequence recommendation For measurement of the PE resistance the following shall be applied Two auto sequences with at least one function can be prepared see 4 3 The first auto sequence sequence A intended for measurement at distribution board level shall contain function LOOP Re The second auto sequence sequence B intended for measurement of wall sockets and consumers shall contain CONTINUITY function with sub function LOOP Re PE wire resistance measurement procedure Select the AW110R 3e 0 0e7 mode Select auto sequence A Connect test leads to the tested distribution board and the instrument see figure F3 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished sele
114. or application and technical data of the Impedance adapter A1143 see its user manual 20750859 a High fluctuations of mains voltage can influence the measurement results Check adapter indications in case the abort symbol appears after the start of measurement 5 10 PE test terminal It can happen that a dangerous voltage is applied to the PE wire or other accessible metal parts This is a very dangerous situation since the PE wire and MPEs are considered to be earthed A common reason for this fault is incorrect wiring see examples below When touching the TEST key in all functions that require mains supply the user automatically performs this test Examples for application of PE test terminal L1 Reversed phase and protection conductors THE MOST DANGEROUS ISITUATION IO lt IR Figure 5 51 Reversed L and PE conductors application of plug commander L1 N PE A tC j Reversed phase and 1 protection conductors MOST DANGEROUS SITUATION aa PE L3 N L2 2 Tm SS S A ia Y O El A Figure 5 52 Reversed L and PE conductors application of universal test cable MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements PE test terminal PE terminal test procedure Connect test cable to the instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figures 5 51 and 5 52 Touch PE test probe the TEST key for at least one second If PE terminal is
115. or setting pause flag and comments see 4 3 7 F2 Saves entered test sequence see 4 3 5 MEM Stores recalls auto sequence results HAUTO SEQUENCE 15 10 f EHAUTO SEQUENCE _04 06 8 CONTINUITY LJINSULATION L VOLTAGE Z LINE Z LOOP JRCD Function selection Parameter selection Figure 4 7 Examples of setting up auto sequence For each of 6 predefined sequence steps any of the following measurement function can be selected voltage continuity insulation Zline Zloop RCD and earth The field can also be left empty Test parameters are applied to individual measurements as in the single test The test parameter menu of selected measurement is available on the right side of the display The pause II flag holds the auto sequence until prosecution is confirmed with the TEST key It is recommended to use it if additional checks or reconnections have to be performed before performing the next measurement 2 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing The key is indication of locked sequence This indication appears at predefined sequences that were loaded into the instrument from PC It is possible to modify locked auto sequences and run them However the modified sequence cannot be stored by overwriting Note a It is recommended to save current auto sequence if modified or new prepared to keep it during manipulation 4 3 3 Test parameters in auto sequence Key
116. ration Miscellaneous 4 4 8 Operator a Operator This menu enables registering the operator of the instrument Selected operator name appears on the bottom of the LCD during turning on of the instrument It is also associated to stored measurement results Up to 5 operators can be defined A SET Figure 4 32 Operator menu Keys NIN Select operator TEST Accepts selected operator ESC Exits to miscellaneous menu without changes F1 Enters operators name edit menu TEC Operators name can be entered or modified Maximum 15 characters can be entered for operator Figure 4 33 Operator name edit menu Keys Highlighted key Selected symbol or activity gt IV IN Select symbol or activity TEST Enters selected symbol or performs selected activity F1 Deletes last entered symbol in the name line F2 Confirms comment and returns to operator main menu Deletes operator immediately after entering the editor ESC Returns to operator main menu without changes 44 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Insulation resistance 5 Measurements 5 1 Insulation resistance Insulation resistance measurement is performed in order to assure safety against electric shock through insulation It is covered by the EN 61557 2 standard Typical applications are Insulation resistance between conductors of installation Insulation resistance of non conductive rooms walls and floors Insulation
117. rement PE terminal is free of interfering voltages lan IS not applicable for lan 1000 mA RCD type A B Uc voltage is calculated to tripping current l 127 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems E 4 2 Fault loop impedance and prospective short circuit current Fuse or no circuit breaker selected Fault loop impedance Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 32 Q 19999 Q Measuring range Q Resolution Accuracy 0 00 9 99 10 0 99 9 10 of reading 5 digits 100 19999 Prospective fault current calculated value 0 00 9 99 Consider accuracy of fault loop impedance 100 999 1 00k 9 99k measurement 10 0k 23 0k The accuracy is valid if Mains voltage is stable during the measurement PSC calculation nrinn IPSC Un ksc ZL PE Un 55 V 44 V Uinp lt 61 V for selected 55 V single phase system Un 63 V 56 V lt Uinp lt 70 V for selected 63 V three phase system Maximum loading 1 9 A 10 ms Nominal input voltage 55 V 63 V 14 Hz 500 Hz Test DOSSIDIIIUIGS 4c ihe aa L1 PE and L2 PE 128 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems RCD selected Loop impedance Measuring range according to EN6155 is 0 85 Q 19999 Q gorog TAO 10 0 99 9 15 96 of reading 100 19999 20 of reading Accuracy may be impaired in case of heavy noise on mains v
118. res are connected to test electrical installation only voltage indication between these two wires is valid Insulation resistance a l l When measuring insulation resistance between installation conductors all loads must be disconnected and all switches closed The instrument automatically discharge tested object after finished measurement Keep the TEST key pressed for continuous measurement Continuity functions a a a Parallel resistance paths and interfering currents in measured circuit will influence the test result If necessary compensate test lead resistance before performing continuity measurement see 5 2 3 Measurement of resistance of wire wound components like transformer or motor windings is possible only in continuous function R7mA due to great influence of the winding inductance RCD functions Parameters set in one function are also kept for other RCD functions The measurement of contact voltage will not trip out RCD of tested installation if selected rated test current is the same as rated lan of observed RCD However the RCD trip out may occur and Uc measurement is affected because of PE leakage currents caused by appliances that are connected to the tested installation The RCD trip out current test and Uc measurement could be affected as a result potential fields of other earthing installations RCD trip out current and time will be measured only if pretest of those functions gives contact vo
119. resistance of ground cables Resistance of semi conductive antistatic floors ODODO INSULATION ALL 18 46 See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys ConTINUITY CENT YI LINE mp Figure 5 1 Insulation resistance Test parameters for insulation resistance measurement TEST Test configuration L N L PE N PE L PE N PE L N L PE ALL Test voltage 50 V 100 V 250 V 500 V 1000 V Limit Minimum insulation resistance OFF 0 01 MQ 200 MQ L PE N PE L N L PE ALL 20 MQ Test circuits for insulation resistance E 6 p s JA 3 oe E N s HD Tf closed e e switches Y Y Y Y loads disconnected mains voltage switched off a m I I I I I MM Figure 5 2 Connection of universal test cable for general insulation resistance measurement TEST L PE 45 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Insulation resistance L1 o L2 o c L3 N o PESA is AO ee q mains voltage i switched off l AA Lak loads disconnected Figure 5 3 Application of plug commander and or universal test cable for insulation resistance measurement TESTS L PE N PE L N L PE ALL Insulation resistance measuring procedure Select the ARISTo function Set test parameters Enable and set limit value optional Disconnect tested installation from mains supply and disc
120. right input condition to proceed HAUTO SEQUENCE 10 07 HAUTO SEQUENCE 10 05 eee eee Figure 4 5 Overall PASS example Figure 4 6 Overall FAIL example Viewing auto sequence particular results a After finished auto sequence press the key v to move focus into sequence field Press TEST key Result of selected function is displayed Press the key v or to select the next function of the sequence Repeat this part until all results are observed a Viewing of the results is finished by pressing the key until selected sequence number is focused or by pressing the ESC key 26 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing 4 3 1 Auto sequence number main menu In the instrument up to 99 auto sequences can be stored 3 Auto sequence number i Indicator that the preset sequence was changed and is not stored yet the auto sequence can be performed TEST EXA1 anyway TesTE1 Optional sequence name see 4 3 4 H Indication of locked sequence see 4 3 2 4 3 2 Auto sequence set Keys in main auto sequence menu TEST Starts the selected test sequence CI Select the test sequence number or measuring function see 4 3 1 VIN Select individual sequence step measuring function TAB Enters test parameter field see 4 3 3 ESC Exits auto sequence menu without changes Enters editor for renaming selected test sequence and entering its F1 description see 4 3 4 Enters menu f
121. s a Two clamps also recommended in IEC 60364 6 for urban areas for measuring resistance to earth of individual earthing rods a Specific earth resistance by using optional external adapter See 4 2 Single test for keys functionality EDS XE EL CURRENT SENSOR m Figure 5 31 Resistance to earth Test parameters for earth resistance measurement TEST Test configuration 3 wire one clamp two clamps p Maximum resistance OFF 1 Q 5 KQ 2 clamps 1 Q 20 QJ If p selected Distance between probes 0 1 m 30 0 m or 1 ft 100 ft 5 7 1 Standard 3 wire measurement Circuits for 3 wire measurement 8 xilol Ol o a of 2 Sta 9 Pr NI N NS NN N gt 5d d Figure 5 32 Resistance to earth 3 wire measurement of PE grounding 66 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Resistance to earth p o gt E A d S REA i Res E S SI Re Hp RE2 EHE gt 5d Figure 5 33 Resistance to earth 3 wire measurement of lighting protection Resistance to earth 3 wire measurement procedure Select the YN 34 function Select 3 wire measurement Enable and set limit optional Connect test cable to the instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figures 5 32 and 5 33 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional HEARTH 3 WIRE 2 98 Rp 2 Bo Red EU CURRENT SENSOR Figure 5 34 Example of resista
122. s in test parameter menu in auto sequence E gt Select test parameter value or enable disable parameter VIN Select test parameter TEST TAB ESC Return to auto sequence main screen Whenever a new function is selected for auto sequence its test parameters should be verified and changed to appropriate values states Test parameter merging When the prepared sequence from section 4 3 2 contains selected at least two of Zline Zloop or RCD is possible to merge test parameters of one function to others of mentioned in the same sequence Merged parameters are related to fuse data and RCD data except start polarity of test current Additional key in main auto sequence menu with selected Zline Zloop or RCD F2 Merges test parameters HAUTO SEQUENCE 24 58 Fuse T lec_lim 32 54 Figure 4 8 Parameter merging possibility 28 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing 4 3 4 Name and description of auto sequence F1 Enters test sequence name menu from auto sequence main menu o HAUTO SEQUENCE 22 44 Name and description for the selected auto sequence name of sequence description of sequence can be added or changed optional in this two level menu a Edit Figure 4 9 Auto sequence name menu Keys for 1 level CI Select between name and description field TEST Returns to auto sequence main menu F1 Enters editing of selected field 2 l
123. screen General rule for enabling limits for evaluation of measurement test result OFF No limit comparison Limit Limit ON enabled comparison Limit Value minimum maximum limit value Type of limit value depends on particular function See Chapter 5 for more information about operation of the instrument in single test functions 24 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing 4 3 Automatic testing 3 Qu is intended for automatic executing of predefined measurement sequences AUTO SEQUENCE __ AUTO SEQUENCE Auto sequence menu Selected sequence number and optional name CONTINUITY CI CONTINUITY INSULATION L INSULATION L VOLTAGE Z LINE Sequence field L LI Z LOOP LI RCD L VOLTAGE Z LINE Z LOOP JRCD Test parameter auto sequence description field Figure 4 3 Typical auto l sequence screen ELB isse Saving and renaming options Running auto sequence a Select auto sequence see 4 3 2 a Connect the instrument to tested object as required for the first measurement in the sequence a Press TEST key a The sequence will pause at the functions marked with pause flag II Comments regarding the paused function will be displayed optional Press the TAB key to toggle between comments menu and auto sequence main menu If the conditions at input terminals are valid the test will proceed after pressing the TEST
124. stance measurement has to be performed on de energized socket a Equipotential bonding resistance test see figure 5 6 should be performed with the universal test cable and extension lead a Insulation resistance test should be performed with the plug cable or commander see figures 5 2 and 5 3 a Other tests have to be applied on energized test socket with the plug cable or commander see figures 5 13 5 22 and 5 26 Example Chapter Auto sequence TEST of auto sequence operation in main F1 o 4 3 4 Enter into sequence name editing menu F1 J J 434 Enter the sequence name editor Accept name and exit into sequence name editing menu 245 Select description of test field Enter the description of test editor cation ot wai of wall 4 3 4 Enter the description socket protected with fuse and RCD MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing Accept description and exit into sequence name editing menu T eun Set test parameters for equipotential bonding E c 9 2 resistance Limit 0 10 F1 X 1432 SetPAUSE wait to prepare for measurement y 4 3 7 Select COMMENT F 437 Enter Edit comment menu univ cable ext F2 o 437 Save the comment F1 437 Enter Edit comment menu F2 4 437 Save the comment F1 437 Enter Edit comment menu F2 437
125. stance measurement procedure Select the AW110R 3e 0 0e7 mode Select auto sequence A Connect test leads to the tested distribution board and the instrument see figure F 1 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished select auto sequence B Connect test leads to the tested wall socket or consumer and the instrument see figure F 1 Select test parameters optional Connect test cable to the instrument Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional 133 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix F Country notes EJLOOP Re 06 19 y ECONTINUITY LOOP Re 06 04 B 0 2 Y Re outlet 0 4 LOOP Re at distribution board LOOP Re at wall socket Figure F 2 Examples of LOOP Re measurement results Displayed results A Resistance of PE wiring at distribution board Rpe Resistance of PE wiring between distribution board and wall socket Re_outlet Resistance of complete PE wiring Notes a Resistance Re for distribution board Re DB is kept in the instrument memory until new LOOP Re is done or the instrument initialized see 4 4 5 a CONTINUITY with LOOP Re sub function operates only with the right connected test connection F 2 3 IT modification CONTINUITY LOOP Re The procedure is intended for measurement the resistance of PE wiring between distribution board and individual wall sockets This is auto test only accessible procedure c
126. t 20 mA Low clamp current indication yes Noise current indication yes Additional clamp error has to be considered 102 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications Earth resistance two clamps method Measuring range 0 Resolution 0 0 00 19 9 10 of reading 10 digits 20 0 30 0 20 of reading 30 1 39 9 30 of reading Distance between test clamps gt 30 cm Additional error at 3 A 50 Hz noise into 1 O 10 of reading Test voltage frequency 125 Hz Noise current indication yes Low clamp current indication yes Additional clamp error has to be considered Specific earth resistance 0 0 99 9 See accuracy note Principle p 2 distance Re with Re as measured resistance in 4 wire method Accuracy note a Accuracy of the specific earth resistance result depends on measured resistance Re and is as follows Measuring range O 1 00 1999 5 of measured 2000 19 99k 10 of measured 20 of measured Additional error See Earth resistance three wire method 103 MI 3105 EurotestXA Technical specifications 8 9 TRMS Clamp current 0 0 mA 99 9 mA 100 mA 999 mA 3 of reading 3 digits 1 00 A 19 99 A 0 01 A Input resistance 100 Q Maximum input current 30 mA 230 A current cl
127. t according to EN 61557 4 between N and PE terminals test current 200 mA a Earth bond resistance measurement according to EN 61557 4 between L and PE terminals test current 200 mA a Continuous resistance measurement with lower test current between N and PE terminals test current ca 7 mA a Continuous resistance measurement with lower test current between L and PE terminals test current ca 7 mA ECONTINUITY R200mA__18 36 See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys VOLTAGE in IL LAS INSULATION gt Figure 5 5 Continuity Test parameters for resistance measurement TEST Resistance measurement sub function R200mA NPE R7 mA NPE R200mA LPE R7mA LPE Maximum resistance OFF 0 1 Q 20 0 Q 5 2 1 Continuity R200 mA measurement The resistance measurement is performed with automatic polarity reversal of the test voltage 47 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Continuity Test circuit for Continuity R200mA measurement MPEC Main Potential Equilizing Collector PCC Protection Conductor Collector 1 esu PE L3 L L1 extension lead Figure 5 6 Connection of universal test cable plus optional extension lead Resistance to earth connection and equipotential bonding measurement procedure Select the jede BL EMM function Set sub function R200mA L PE or N PE Enable and set limit optional Connect test cable to the instrument Compensate test leads resistance i
128. t leakage current ISFE rara aa E 122 D 4 2 Calibrated resistances for IMD testing oocccocccccncconncconiconnnconocanononnnonononono 122 E Appendix E Reduced low voltage supply systems 123 ET Standard TefeFence usis b vnd EE Ere Te enata hie Hae te tand aa hiavnetnuts 123 E 2 FUNdaMentalsS occoccooccoccccconioniocnononnonnonennonnonnononnonnonnononronnennonenrennennonnonenrennennonons 123 ES MEIOS OUNCES E te 123 E 3 1 MI 3105 functions and reduced low voltage systems sss 124 E 4 Technical SpecificatiONS occoocconconnconconnocnconconncononnnnnncononcnnnnnononnnornnanoncnnnnnono 126 E 4 1 TOP c eR Tan ee rt ae mee E eee ee 126 E 4 2 Fault loop impedance and prospective short circuit current 128 E 4 3 Line impedance and prospective short circuit Current cooccccccccconcccnconicnnconinnons 130 MI 3105 EurotestXA Table of contents F Appendix F Country notes ninia 131 Fol EIST OF COURIER modit caloris serei dos 131 eZ IMO GING AOS cM 131 F 2 1 AT MOGIIGANON G1 Pe RI ie ica 131 F 2 2 ES modification CONTINUITY LOOP R oooccccccccnnncccnnnonononocononononaconnnononononinanons 132 F 2 3 IT modification CONTINUITY LOOP Re eeenenen nnnm 134 F 2 4 CE moaiiecation change Ely uites de etos 136 G Appendix G ES1 application of regulative UNE 2020068
129. tXA Measurements Resistance to earth 5 7 3 Two clamps measurement The measurement is intended for testing of particular earthing branches in earthing system especially in urban areas It is also required by IEC 60364 6 2006 Circuit for two clamps measurement RN WAE Figure 5 37 Resistance to earth two clamps measurement of lighting protection Resistance to earth two clamps measurement procedure Select the 2X function Select two clamps measurement Enable and set limit optional Connect test clamps to the instrument Connect test clamps to the tested object see figure 5 37 Press the TEST key After the measurement is finished store the result optional Rod TU CURRENT SENSOR Figure 5 38 Example of resistance to earth measurement result two clamps Displayed results for earth resistance measurement Koen Earth resistance Note a The distance between clamps should be at least 30 cm 69 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Resistance to earth 5 7 4 Specific earth resistance measurement The measurement is intended for measuring specific earth resistance by using special adapter A1199 Circuit for specific earth resistance measurement a 20 max Z a a a Figure 5 39 Specific earth resistance measurement with p adapter Specific earth resistance measurement procedure Select the FA function Connect p adapter to the instrument Select p measurement Select distance u
130. tc Ez Cuadro general de protecci n Ez Cuadro general de protecci n Ez Cajas de derivaci n Ez Cajas de derivaci n Ez Accesorios tomas de corriente interruptores etc Ez Accesorios tomas de corriente interruptores etc Ez Tubos canales etc Ez Tubos canales etc Ez Conductores accesibles Ez Conductores accesibles Iprotecci n contra contactos indirectos Iprotecci n contra contactos indirectos EORUM n nu t Hasta diciembre 1975 ee ee Hasta dicie mtm EAplicaci n REBT 2002 10 49 40 2 6 Comprobaci n de la desconexi n de los diferenciales por corriente residual Bot n de ensayo T 3 Protecci n contra sobreintensidades Ez 3 1 Presencia del Interruptor General Automatica GA Ez 3 2 Protecci n contra cortocircuitos y sobrecargas mediante interruptores autom ticos al inicio de cada circuito 4 Protecci n contra sobretensiones O 4 1 Presencia de dispositivo de protecci n contra sobretensiones en el cuadro general de protecci n de la vivienda en cazo que ste sea Obligatorio Dejar en blanco sino aplica Aplicaci n REBT 1m Figure G 4 Examples of results Markings O Inspection was not performed EX Inspection passed Ex Inspection failed G 3 2 Resistance to earth connection and equipotential bonding The resistance measurement is performed in order to assure that protective measures against electr
131. tions of mains voltage can influence the measurement results the noise sign is displayed in the message field In this case it is recommended to repeat few measurements to check if the readings are stable 63 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Voltage frequency phase sequence 5 6 Voltage frequency and phase sequence Voltage and frequency measurement is always active in the terminal voltage monitor In the special voltage menu the measured voltage frequency and information about detected three phase connection can be stored Phase sequence measurement conforms to the EN 61557 7 standard Eq VOLTAGE TRMS do 12 03 Un 233v 149 964 Ulpe 233v Unpe Ov See 4 2 Single test for keys functionality L PE WN ase o ue TN LIBI SICONTINUITY INSULATION ub Figure 5 27 Voltage in single phase system Test parameters for voltage measurement There are no parameters Circuits for voltage measurement WDD Y o J m C i Figure 5 29 Connection of plug commander and universal test cable in single phase system 64 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Voltage frequency phase sequence Voltage measurement procedure Select the 4elmp Yer123 function Connect test cable to the instrument Connect test leads to the tested object see figures 5 28 and 5 29 Store current measurement result optional Measurement runs immediately after selection of Ze wate function
132. to earth Leakage and load currents Testing of Insulation Monitoring Devices IMDs First fault leakage current Illuminance measurements 2 line loop impedance Tracing the installation Overvoltage protection devices Specific earth resistance measurement O OOOO OOOO O00 O Tests can be performed on the following supply systems a TN TT a IT a 110 V reduced low voltage 2 x 55 V and a 110 V reduced low voltage 3 x 63 V The high resolution graphic display with backlight offers easy reading of results indications measurement parameters and messages Operation is simple and clear operator does not need any special training except reading this instruction manual to operate the instrument In order for operator to be familiar enough with measurements in general and their typical applications it is advisable to read Metrel handbook Measurements on electric installations in theory and practice The instrument is equipped with all accessories necessary for comfortable testing It is kept in a soft carrying bag together with all accessories MI 3105 EurotestXA Safety and operational considerations Warnings and notes 2 Safety and operational considerations 2 1 Warnings and notes In order to reach high level of operators safety while carrying out various tests and measurements using EurotestXA as well as to keep the test equipment undamaged it is necessary to consider the following general warnings a A War
133. top measurement DOOUODODUOUUULUDE After the measurement is finished store the result optional VOLTAGE in ILLAS INSULATION gt Figure 5 9 Example of 7 mA resistance measurement Displayed result ies Resistance 49 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Continuity 5 2 3 Compensation of test leads resistance This chapter describes common principle for compensation of test leads resistance for both CONTINUITY functions The compensation is required to eliminate the influence of test leads resistance plus internal resistances of the instrument The lead compensation is very important to obtain correct result The compensation status E El is indicated in the message field Key F1 Enters test leads resistance compensation menu for any of mentioned functions EJLEADS CALIBRATION IE HIE See chapter 4 2 Single test for functionality of keys Calibrate CONTINUITY Figure 5 10 Test leads resistance compensation menu Keys TEST Performs compensation VIN Sets function to be compensated The instrument compensates following Continuity subfunctions Compensation NPE 2h Same compensation for both 7 mA and 200 Short N and PE terminals mA measurements Compensation LPE En Same compensation for both 7 mA and 200 Short L and PE terminals mA measurements 50 MI 3105 EurotestXA Measurements Continuity Circuits for compensating the resistance of test leads a b PE L3 p N
134. tructure is limited to 2000 locations with 10 levels in depth see figure 6 3 RECALL MEMORY El ANSIA fit RCD PRODUCT 3PH SOCKET MOTOR HERCDA OPROD A 30L004 dl Rename GU Fa El Change view al Rename El Change view pOL L_saQLoo 10 Levels Mand AOL OK Figure 6 3 Sub levels depth definition Figure 6 4 shows how individual structure elements are displayed on the instrument The outlook is the same for all three memory menus 85 MI 3105 EurotestXA Data handling Storing test results SS icm 3 RECALL MEMORY R SELECTED 2 10 001 RCD Y 03 Mar 2006 07 46 E LIGHT 1 002 Z LINE 03 Mar 2006 07 46 SOCKET 1 SOCKET 2 i ECD ga ri aT her gt Zl Change view RECAD MEMORY E mfi RCDI S i OFFICES 0 8 4 PCT 3 LIGHT 1 O Rename change view 5 a LIGHT ROD E Tarea n ELECTRODE TTE ar ERODUCT ELECTRODE4 eren A ESF conn to MPE n sae l m MPE EARTHING1 pr GAS gr WATTER 5 4 HEATING gpr TELECOM gr CATY Figure 6 4 Data structure elements 6 3 Storing test results After the completion of a single test or auto sequence the results and parameters are ready for storing kJ icon is displayed in the information field Press the MEM key to store the results MP S
135. user data Preparing a simple report form Preparing a file for exporting to a spreadsheet The program Eurolink is a PC software running on Windows NT Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Read the file README TXT on CD for instructions about installing and running the program Note a USB drivers should be installed on PC before using the USB interface Refer to USB installation instructions available on installation CD 94 MI 3105 EurotestXA Maintenance 7 Maintenance Unauthorized person is not allowed to open the EurotestXA instrument There are no user replaceable components inside the instrument except three fuses and batteries under rear COVer 7 1 Replacing fuses There are three fuses under back cover of the EurotestXA instrument a F1 M 0 315 A 250 V 20x5 mm This fuse protects internal circuitry of continuity function if test probes are connected to the mains supply voltage by mistake during measurement a F2 F3 F4A 500 V 32x6 3 mm General input protection fuses of test terminals L L1 and N L2 Warnings a A Disconnect any measuring accessory and power off the instrument before opening battery fuse compartment cover hazardous voltage inside o Replace blown fuse with original type only otherwise the instrument may be damaged and or operator s safety impaired Position of fuses can be seen in Figure 3 4 in chapter 3 3 Back panel 7 2 Cleaning No special maintenance is required for the housin
136. y 23l wvI TEST F1 F2 ESC CONNECT MAINS a XB X Xp EXE NG AE CL XM NC OX P RIGID MASON ZI X6 X02 009 AL XeX 4 Figure 4 18 Comments edit menu Selected symbol or activity Select symbol or activity Enters selected symbol or performs selected activity Deletes last entered symbol in the name line Opens dialog for comment storing Deletes comment immediately after entering the editor Returns to auto sequence main menu without changes 32 MI 3105 EurotestXA Instrument operation Automatic testing e Editcomments E Storing comment opens dialog for storing into selected COMMENT location Figure 4 19 Store dialog for comment Keys lt i gt Select comment number TEST Confirms storing the comment and returns ESC Returns to Edit comments menu Note a Itis not possible to overwrite comments associated to locked auto sequences 4 3 8 Building an auto sequence The instrument supports up to 99 auto sequences each consisting of up to 6 steps It is not necessary that all steps are enabled The auto sequence can be prepared in the following ways a By storing the existing auto sequence under another auto sequence number see 4 3 5 a By changing an existing auto sequence and saving it under the same auto sequence number not possible for locked auto sequence a By building a new auto sequence Building a new auto sequence In the main menu see 4 7 select
137. y system Isc factor RCD standard Once the IT system is selected the instrument can be used immediately The instrument keeps selected IT system when it is turned off When the instrument detects appropriate voltage levels for selected IT system the terminal voltage monitor shows IT system icon ir 116 MI 3105 EurotestXA Appendix D IT supply systems D 3 1 MI 3105 test functions and IT systems The table below contains functions of the instrument including compatibility notes related to the IT system IT system functions Note Phase rotation RCD Uc RCD Trip out Time t RCD Tripping Current Applicable with bypassing the test current RCD Automatic test Fault Loop Impedance ora Curent Short circuit Current Line functions Line Impedance Impedance Zi ine Line Line Prospective so for rated Unene Independent of selected supply system Independent of selected supply system Independent of selected supply system Active but does not inhibit selected test if voltage is detected D 3 2 Voltage measurements Eq VOLTAGE TRMS d FED uz 219 50 00 Uipe 1 09 u2pe 1 10 Li PE L2 e b 1897 1197 es 1107 LIBI SICONTINUITY INSULATION gt Figure D 2 Voltage measurements Displayed results for single phase system Us PA Voltage between line conductors U1pe Voltage between line 1 and protective conductor U2pe

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