MARTINDALE PC104 User manual

PC104/PC105
3-PHASE SOCKET TESTER
Instruction
Manual
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read before proceeding.
Warning
These instructions contain both information and warnings that are necessary for the
safe operation and maintenance of this product. It is recommended that you read the
instructions carefully and ensure that the contents are fully understood. Failure to
understand and to comply with the warnings and instructions can result in serious
injury, damage or even death.
In order to avoid the danger of electrical shock, it is important that proper safety
measures are taken when working with voltages exceeding 30V AC rms, 42V AC
peak or 60V DC.
This product must only be used by a competent person capable of interpreting the
results under the conditions and for the purposes for which it has been constructed.
Particular attention should be paid to the Warnings, Precautions and Technical
Specifications. Always check the unit is in good working order before use and that
there are no signs of damage to it. Do not use if damaged.
Where applicable other safety measures such as use of protective gloves, goggles
etc. should be employed.
Please keep these instructions for future reference. Updated instructions and
product information are available at: www.martindale-electric.co.uk
REMEMBER: SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT
MEANING OF SYMBOLS:
Equipment complies with relevant EU Directives
End of life disposal of this equipment should be
in accordance with relevant EU Directives
Caution - risk of electric shock
Caution - risk of danger & refer to instructions
Equipment protected by double or reinforced insulation (Class II)
Three-phase alternating current
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Thank you for buying one of our products. For safety and full
understanding of its benefits please read this manual before use.
Technical support is available from 01923 441717 and
[e-mail].
CONTENTS
1 Introduction 1
1.1 Inspection 1
1.2 Description 1
1.3 Accessories 1
2 Product Specific Safety Information 2
2.1 Precautions 2
3 Operation 4
3.1 Testing a 3-Phase Socket 4
3.2 Wiring Colour Coding 5
4 Maintenance 5
4.1 Cleaning 5
4.2 Repair & Service 5
4.3 Storage Conditions 6
5 Warranty 6
Specifications
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Inspection
Examine the shipping carton for any sign of damage. Inspect the
unit and any accessories for damage. If there is any damage then
consult your distributor immediately.
1.2 Description
The PC104 and PC105 are 3-phase socket testers intended to
check CEE 4 & 5 pin, 16A, 32A & 63A sockets.
The PC104 checks for phase presence, phase sequence and PE
presence.
The PC105 also checks for neutral presence.
The table below shows the model number and the CEE socket type
tested.
Model No Socket Type
Tested
PC104/16 16A/3P+E
PC105/16 16A/3P+N+E
PC104/32 32A/3P+E
PC105/32 32A/3P+N+E
PC104/63 63A/3P+E
PC105/63 63A/3P+N+E
1.3 Accessories (included)
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2. PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFETY INFORMATION
Measurement Category III (CAT III) is applicable to test and
measuring equipment connected to the distribution part of the
building’s low-voltage MAINS installation.
2.1 Precautions
This product has been designed with your safety in mind, but please
pay attention to the following warnings and cautions before use.
Warning
Before use check the unit for cracks or any other damage. Make
sure the unit is free from dust, grease and moisture. Also check any
associated leads and accessories for damage. Do not use if damaged.
Warning
Always verify the unit is functioning correctly on a known correctly-
wired live socket before and after use. Do not use the unit if the unit
does not give the correct indications.
Warning
The socket tester does not test whether the earth is voltage-free.
Before using the socket tester, test by other means that the earth
contacts are voltage-free. If there is voltage on the earth, switch off
immediately (disconnect at the fuse). The socket tester must not be
used in this case.
Warning
The socket tester is not intended to determine if circuits being tested
are dead. The correct testing methods should be used to do this.
Warning
If the indicators do not illuminate, this does not necessarily mean all
three phases under test are dead. Two phases and the earth/neutral
could be open circuit, but one phase could still be live.
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Caution
Avoid severe mechanical shock or vibration and extreme
temperature.
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3. OPERATION
3.1 Testing a 3-Phase Socket
Plug the PC104/PC105 into the socket to be tested and refer to the
table below, or the front decal of the unit, to determine the wiring
condition of the socket under test.
PC104
Indication
PC105
Indication
Wiring Condition
Socket is wired correctly.
Phase sequence is L1, L2, L3.
PE & Neutral are present.
L1, L2 & L3 flash green in a
clockwise direction. PE & N
illuminate green.
Phases wired incorrectly.
Phase sequence is L1, L3, L2.
L1, L2 & L3 flash red in an
anti-clockwise direction.
Phase L1 is missing
L2 & L3 flash red.
Phase L2 is missing
L1 & L3 flash red.
Phase L3 is missing.
L1 & L2 flash red.
PE is missing.
PE illuminates red (PC104).
PE extinguished (PC105).
NA
Neutral is missing.
N illuminates red.
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Note: The interchanging of the neutral wire (N) with the earth (PE)
cannot be recognised by this device.
Warning
Where a socket is found to have a wiring error, maintenance should
only be carried out by a competent electrician who is familiar with
the relevant regulations and the safety risks involved.
3.2 Wiring Colour Coding
In April 2004 the colour coding of UK wiring was harmonised with
the IEC wiring colour code. Table 2 shows the old UK colour code
and the new IEC colour code.
Earth Neutral Line 1 Line 2 Line 3
Old UK
Colours
Green/
Yellow
Black Red Yellow Blue
New IEC Green/
Yellow
Blue Brown Black Grey
4. MAINTENANCE
4.1 Cleaning
The unit may be cleaned using a soft dry cloth. Do not use moisture,
abrasives, solvents, or detergents, which can be conductive.
4.2 Repair & Service
There are no user serviceable parts in this unit other than those that
may be described in section 3. Return to Martindale Electric if faulty.
Our service department will quote promptly to repair any fault that
occurs outside the guarantee period.
Before the unit is returned, please ensure that you have checked
the unit.
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4.3 Storage Conditions
The instrument should be kept in warm dry conditions away from
direct sources of heat or sunlight, and in such a manner as to
preserve the working life of the unit. It is strongly advised that the
unit is not kept in a tool box where other tools may damage it.
5. WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
This Martindale product is warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and service. The
warranty period is 2 years and begins on the date of receipt by the
end user. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-
user customer, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries,
test leads or to any product which, in Martindale’s opinion, has been
misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident
or abnormal conditions of operation, handling or storage.
Martindale authorised resellers shall extend this warranty on new
and unused products to end-user customers only but have no
authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of
Martindale.
Martindale’s warranty obligation is limited, at Martindale’s option, to
refund of the purchase price, free of charge repair, or replacement
of a defective product which is returned to Martindale within the
warranty period.
This warranty is the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and is in lieu
of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited
to any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose. Martindale shall not be liable for any special, indirect,
incidental or consequential damages or losses, including loss of
data, arising from any cause or theory.
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Since some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of the term of
an implied warranty, or exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, the limitations and exclusions of this
warranty may not apply to every buyer. If any part of any provision
of this warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court or other
decision-maker of competent jurisdiction, such holding will not affect
the validity or enforceability of any other provision or other part of
that provision.
Nothing in this statement reduces your statutory rights.
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Specication
PC104/PC105
3-Phase Socket Tester
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Input voltage range: 380V to 415V AC (Phase to Phase)
Input frequency: 50Hz
Input current: < 20mA
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power: From circuit under test
Dimensions: 131(L) x 94(W) x 54(D) mm
Weight: Approx 292g (without plug)
Includes: Instructions
SAFETY:
Conforms to BS EN 61010-1, CAT III 300V
Class II Double Insulation
Pollution Degree: 2
EMC: Conforms to BS EN 61326-1
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