Seaward apollo 400 User manual

Apollo 400 Operating Instructions
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Apollo 400
Operating Instructions
Bracken Hill
South West Industrial Estate
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 2SW
Co Durham SR8 2SW
England
Tel: [phone]
Part Number 380A5531 Revision 2
November 2015
© 2015 Seaward Electronic Ltd

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Table of Contents
1. Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability.....................................................4
2. Disposal of old product ...............................................................................4
3. Certificate of Conformity..............................................................................5
4. User Notes...................................................................................................6
5. Safety Notes ................................................................................................6
6. Accessories .................................................................................................7
6.1 Standard Accessories ............................................................................7
6.2 Optional Accessories .............................................................................7
7. Introduction to the Apollo 400 .....................................................................8
8. Getting Started ............................................................................................8
8.1 Charging New Batteries .........................................................................8
8.2 Power On ...............................................................................................8
9. User Interface Navigation ............................................................................9
9.1 Screen Layout ........................................................................................9
9.2 Menu Navigation ....................................................................................9
9.3 Battery Status ......................................................................................10
9.4 Test Functionality .................................................................................10
10. Main Menu ...............................................................................................11
10.1 View Saved Data ................................................................................11
10.2 User Options ......................................................................................11
10.3 Bluetooth Setup .................................................................................12
10.4 Automatic Test Sequence Editor (PAT Edit).......................................12
10.5 Download ...........................................................................................13
10.6 Set Date and Time..............................................................................13
10.7 Memory ..............................................................................................13
11. Portable Appliance Testing .....................................................................14
11.1 Automatic Test Sequence ..................................................................14
11.1.1 Entering Asset Details..................................................................14
11.1.2 The Formal Visual Inspection.......................................................14
11.1.3 The Electrical Tests......................................................................15
11.1.4 Printing a Label............................................................................15
11.2 Manual Test Interface.........................................................................15
11.3 Test Functions....................................................................................16
Earth Continuity ......................................................................................16
Nulling out the earth continuity test lead(s) resistance ...........................17
Insulation Resistance..............................................................................17
Substitute Leakage.................................................................................19
Protective Earth (PE) Conductor Current................................................20
Touch Current.........................................................................................20
RCD Trip Time ........................................................................................21
IEC Lead / Polarity..................................................................................21
External Leakage Adaptors ....................................................................21
11.4 Checkbox Verification ........................................................................22
12. Updating your Firmware ..........................................................................22
13. Electrical Specification.............................................................................23
14. Useful Information....................................................................................25

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14.2 Other Information ...............................................................................26
15. Environmental Conditions........................................................................27
16. Maintenance ............................................................................................27
16.1 Charging the battery pack..................................................................27
16.2 Securing the Apollo 400 .....................................................................27
16.3 Cleaning the Apollo 400 .....................................................................27
16.4 Replacing the battery pack. ...............................................................28
17. Support....................................................................................................28

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1. Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability
SEAWARD Electronic Limited guarantees this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 2 years (subject to product
registration) provided that the instrument is serviced and calibrated by a Seaward approved
agent in accordance with the manufactures instructions. The period of warranty will be
effective at the day of delivery.
(c) Copyright 2013
All rights reserved. Nothing from this edition may be multiplied, or made public in any form or
manner, either electronically, mechanically, by photocopying, recording, or in any manner,
without prior written consent from SEAWARD Electronic Limited. This also applies to
accompanying drawings and diagrams.
Due to a policy of continuous development SEAWARD Electronic Limited reserves the right
to alter the equipment specification and description outlined in this publication without prior
notice and no part of this publication shall be deemed to be part of any contract for the
equipment unless specifically referred to as an inclusion within such contract.
2. Disposal of old product
This product has been designed and manufactured
with high quality materials and components that can
be recycled and reused.
When this symbol is attached to a product it means
the product is covered by the European Directive
2002/96/EC.
Please familiarise yourself with the appropriate local separate collection system for electrical
and electronic products.
Please dispose of this product according to local regulations. Do not dispose of this product
along with normal waste material. The correct disposal of this product will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

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3. Certificate of Conformity
As the manufacturer of the apparatus listed, declare under our sole responsibility that the
product:
Apollo 400
To which this declaration relates are in conformity with the relevant clauses of the following
standards:
BS EN 61010-1:2010, BS EN 61010-1-030:2010, BS EN 61010-031:2008
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory
use.
BS EN 61557-1,-2,-4:2007 & -10:2001
Electrical safety in low voltage distribution systems up to 1000V a.c. and 1500V d.c. –
Equipment for testing, measuring and monitoring of protective measures
BS EN 61326:2006
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory user-EMC
Requirements
Performance: The instrument operates within specification when used under the conditions
in the above standards EMC and Safety Standards.
The product identified above conforms to the requirements of Council Directive 89/336/EEC
and 73/23 EEC.
Seaward Electronic Ltd is registered under BS EN ISO9001:2000 Certificate No: Q05356.

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4. User Notes
These operating instructions are intended for the use of adequately trained personnel.
The following symbols are used in these operating instructions and on the Apollo 400.
Warning of electrical danger!
Indicates instructions must be followed to avoid
danger to persons.
Caution, follow the documentation! This symbol
indicates that the operating instructions must be
adhered to in order to avoid danger.
Note: Data may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory under certain
circumstances. Therefore Seaward Electronic assumes no responsibility for financial losses
or claims due to data lost or otherwise rendered unusable whether as a result of abuse,
improper use, defects, disregard of operating instructions or procedures, or any allied
causes.
5. Safety Notes
This Apollo 400 has been built and tested in accordance with:
BS EN 61010-1: 2010.
BS EN 61557 part 1, 2, 4 and 10.
To ensure safe operation of the unit, all notes and warnings in these instructions must be
observed at all times.
If the Apollo 400 is used in a manner not specified by
these operating instructions then the protection
provided may be impaired.
Always ensure that the circuit or appliance under test
is electrically isolated.
Do not connect the Apollo 400 to electric circuits with
nominal voltage greater than CAT II 300 V AC/DC.
The Apollo 400 and all associated cables and leads
must be checked for signs of damage before
equipment is operated. Do not use if there are signs of
damage. Only use the correct leads supplied with the
Apollo 400.
Do not touch test probes beyond the hand barrier on
the test probe.
The Apollo 400 may apply high voltage or mains power
to the appliance under test. Do not touch conductive
parts of the appliance while tests are active.
If the Apollo 400 is being used to determine the
presence or absence of hazardous voltages, always
prove the operation of voltage measurement function
before and after use by means of a known voltage
source or proving unit.
Do not operate the Apollo 400 in an explosive gas or
dust environment.

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The Apollo 400 has been designed to make
measurements in a dry environment.
The Apollo 400 includes a rechargeable battery pack
which is charged while the Apollo 400 is connected to
a mains supply. Only a Seaward battery pack should
be connected into the Apollo 400. Disconnect the
Apollo 400 from all leads before opening the battery
compartment.
Do not open the Apollo 400, no user serviceable parts.
Where safe operation of the Apollo 400 is no longer possible it should be immediately shut
down and secured to prevent accidental operation.
It must be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible:
- if the instrument or leads show visible signs of damage or
- the instrument does not function or
- after long periods of storage under adverse environmental conditions.
6. Accessories
6.1 Standard Accessories
The Apollo 400 is supplied with the following items:
Apollo 400 unit
1
Seaward black power lead
1
Test lead, red, 1.2m with alligator clip, red
1
IEC test lead
1
USB Download Lead
1
6.2 Optional Accessories
Test lead, red, 1.2m with alligator clip, black
380A983
Apollo Checkbox
380A953
Apollo carry case
380A952
Professional Seaward kit bag
71G109
Test n Tag Elite Bluetooth Label Printer
339A970
Test n Tag Pro Bluetooth Label Printer
339A980
Bluetooth Barcode Scanner
339A923
PATGuard 3 Software
see www.seaward.co.uk/PG3Trial
110V test adaptor
270A076
3 Phase Leakage Adaptor 5 Star 16A
391A920
3 Phase Leakage Adaptor 5 Star 32A
391A910
3 Phase Adapter Delta 4 pin 16A 415V (for Rpe & IR)
209A910
3 Phase Adapter Star 5 pin 16A 415V (for Rpe & IR)
209A911
3 Phase Adapter Delta 4 pin 32A 415V (for Rpe & IR)
209A912
3 Phase Adapter Star 5 pin 32A 415V (for Rpe & IR)
209A913

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7. Introduction to the Apollo 400
Front
1. Test terminal end plate
2. Screen
3. Function keys F1 - F5
4. QWERTY keyboard
5. Power Off/Stop Key
6. Power On/Start Key
7. Arrow keys
Top
1. EUT test socket
2. IEC Inlet
3. Probe Socket
4. Mains Inlet/Probe Socket 2
5. USB B Port for download
Back
1. Battery compartment
8. Getting Started
8.1 Charging New Batteries
Before using Apollo 400 for the first time please ensure that you fully charge the unit using
the Seaward black power lead plugged into the mains inlet socket on the top of the tester.
8.2 Power On
This is the Power On button.
This is the Power Off button
The first time the Apollo 400 is powered up the User will be automatically set to admin.
For further information about changing User see 10.2 User Options.

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9. User Interface Navigation
9.1 Screen Layout
1. Information bar
2. Function key icons
3. Test interface sequence table
4. Test interface details
5. Main area
Information Bar
This area of the screen shows the Date, Time, Current User, Battery Status and Connection
Status.
Function Key Icons
This area of the screen is used to identify the current action assigned to the function keys.
Test Interface Sequence Table
This area is only displaying in test mode showing the tests within the selected test sequence.
This will also show the results and status of the results that have been performed. In the
manual mode this table may only show one test.
Test Interface Details
This area is only displayed in test mode showing the details specific to the active test. This
includes the measurement, an analogue measurement graph, the duration and limit. Some
tests may show more than more measurement.
Main Area
This area is used to display menu items, text fields and forms.
9.2 Menu Navigation
The Apollo is controlled by the function keys. The function key icons, which are located
above each key, are context sensitive and will change depending on the current options
available to you.
This is the Home function. This will take you back to the
Home screen.
This is the Escape function. This will return to the previous
screen without saving changes.
This is the Accept function. This will accept the changes
made in the current screen and move to the next screen.
This is the Setup Options function. This will take you the
Setup Options screen for the specific function that you are
currently viewing.
This is the information key. Depending on the current
screen displayed this will display the manual or the Apollo
400 details, in the details screen this function will display
the manual.

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This is the Menu/Options key. This function will bring up a
context sensitive menu giving the options available for the
current screen.
This is the Save key. This function is used to save
data/changes that you have made on the current screen.
9.3 Battery Status
While the Apollo 400 is powered on there are periodic checks of the batteries. The Apollo
400 will show the status of the batteries
This symbol indicates that the batteries are at 100%
capacity.
There are several symbols which will display the current
battery voltage. When these icons are displayed the
batteries are still good.
This symbol indicates that the batteries are low.
Although tests performed with the batteries in this state
are still valid all test types may not complete their
intended duration.
This symbol indicates that the batteries are discharged.
The Apollo 400 will switch itself off after a short period of
time.
This symbol indicates that the Apollo 400 is bulk
charging batteries at the full charge current.
This symbol indicates that the Apollo 400 is trickle
charging the batteries with reduced charge current. This
is known as the Top Up Charge.
This symbol indicates that the Apollo 400 has detected a
fault with the battery or battery charger circuit. Unplug
the Apollo 400 from the mains supply and wait 2 minutes
before reconnecting the mains. If the fault persists then
return the Apollo 400 for service.
Please note that the battery symbols are not updated in real time and may take a while to
update.
9.4 Test Functionality
There are two buttons which control the starting and stopping of the selected test type.
This is the Start Test button. This is used to start
electrical tests.
This is the Abort Test button. This is used to stop
electrical tests.

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10. Main Menu
10.1 View Saved Data
This will allow you to view any data that you have saved in the Apollo 400. By selecting this
icon in the Main Menu you can view a list of all saved Asset IDs by site and location.
Use the arrow keys to scroll up and down.
This is the Accept function. This will open the selected
record.
This button allows you to filter records to give a
customised view. Select the filters you wish to apply and
press ‘Accept’.
Once in the record you will be given a list of items under that record such as PAT results and
JPEG images. Press Accept to open.
This button allows you to delete the selectde record.
When viewing a PAT_results record the Menu icon will become available so that you can
view results or print labels.
When viewing a saved Health & Safety Form you can edit the report and then save the
changes.
This will create a new time and date stamped report as well as saving the original.
This is the Menu/Options key. This function will bring up a
context sensitive menu giving the options available for the
current screen.
10.2 User Options
Apollo 400 has one default user account set up as admin who will have full access to the
product. You can add one additional user account to the Apollo 400.
This is where you can set up new, edit and delete the user account. The user can alter their
own screen power save time, Auto power down, background image, avatar and power on
screen and press Save to apply.
Use this button to Change User. You can then select the
User name to change the current user of the tester.
This User Information menu allows users to view their
user type (Expert or Novice).
This is the New User button. Here you can set up a new
user account by adding a username and pressing ‘Save.
You can then select their name from the dropdown in the
User Information screen, select the type of user (Expert or
Novice

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This is the Delete User button. It will delete whichever
user is currently selected in the ‘Username’ dropdown.
Please note that the admin user cannot be deleted.
Press this button to Save changes and return to the
previous screen.
10.3 Bluetooth Setup
Select this icon to setup your Bluetooth accessories to work with the Apollo 400. Switch on
the Bluetooth device you wish to pair with and ensure it is discoverable.
This will Bluetooth Search button will search the area for
Bluetooth discoverable devices and return to the previous
menu. You can then use the arrow keys to select the
correct Bluetooth ID from the dropdowns for your Bar
Code Scanner, Printer or Mobile Device. Press ‘Save’
once complete.
Press this button to save changes and return to the
previous screen.
10.4 Automatic Test Sequence Editor (PAT Edit)
Although the Apollo 400 comes with a number of pre-defined test sequences you can modify
existing, or create new test sequences of their own.
From the Menu function key select one of the following options using the arrow keys and the
Accept button.
This is the Menu/Options key. This function will bring up a
context sensitive menu giving the options available for the
current screen.
This is the Accept function. This will open the selected
option.
Edit
Edits the highlighted sequence.
Copy
Makes a copy of the highlighted test
sequence.
Delete
Deletes the highlighted test sequence.
Add New
Adds a new test sequence to the bottom of the
list.
Insert New
Adds a new test below the highlighted test
sequence.

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When editing a test sequence the following functions are available
This is the Add Test function. This will add a new test
directly under the currently selected test.
This is the Delete Test function. This will delete the
highlighted test from the test sequence.
This is the Edit Test function. This will edit the
highlighted test.
10.5 Download
Downloading to PATGuard 3
You can download the data from your Apollo to PATGuard 3 software.
In the Download menu select To PATGuard in the Download from Apollo dropdown.
This button is a way of downloading all data from Apollo
You then need to select one of 2 options from the using dropdown:
USB-PC cable
Connect the USB download cable to the USB type B port on the Apollo 400 and to a USB
port on your PC. Press Save.
Instructions for how to import this download into PATGuard 3 can be found in the PATGuard
3 help files.
Bluetooth to Mobile Device
You will need to have a Bluetooth enabled mobile device configured with the Apollo 400 to
use this method. See 10.3 Bluetooth Setup.
NB The Apollo 400 does not have the option to download to flash disk
10.6 Set Date and Time
You can change the date and time in this menu using the arrow keys and number keys.
Press this button to save changes and return to the
previous screen.
10.7 Memory
This section will allow you to view how much memory space you have used and how much
is left.
This is the Restore button. Selecting this will allow you to
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would like to restore by pressing the Enter button.
Press this button to save changes and return to the
previous screen.
11. Portable Appliance Testing
11.1 Automatic Test Sequence
The Apollo 400 comes with a number of pre-defined test sequences (see Factory Set Test
Sequences). These test sequences can include any combination of electrical tests. These
test sequences are performed on equipment to ensure that it meets the safety requirements
outlined in the IET Code of Practice for In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical
Equipment.
11.1.1 Entering Asset Details
Asset ID
This is unique identifier for the equipment under
test. This can be entered using the keypad or a
barcode scanner (see 10.3 Bluetooth Setup).
Test
Sequence
This is the name of the pre-defined test sequence
which will be performed on the equipment.
Site
This is the site where the equipment is located.
You can choose a site from the dropdown using
the arrow keys or enter a new one.
Location
This is the location within the site where the
equipment is. You can choose a location from the
dropdown using the arrow keys or enter a new
one.
Retest Period
(Visual)
This is the period, in months, in which the
equipment should be re-inspected.
Retest Period
(Full)
This is the period, in months, in which the
equipment should be re-tested.
11.1.2 The Formal Visual Inspection
All pre-set test sequences start with a Visual Inspection.
This is the Pass Icon.
This is the Fail icon.

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This means that the inspection is not applicable to the
EUT.
Pass
All
Pressing the Pass All button will apply a pass to all
relevant inspections and move onto the next test.
11.1.3 The Electrical Tests
The Apollo 400 has probe detection that will automatically flag up if you do not have the
correct probe configuration for the test you are trying to perform.
During the tests you can see the test duration, limit and result on screen, see 9.1 Screen
Layout.
Should any test with the sequence fail the sequence will be aborted and you will presented
with the Notes screen by default but this can be changed, see 11.5 PAT Settings.
11.1.4 Printing a Label
If you have a TnT Bluetooth printer configured with the Apollo 400 you can print a label after
each test.
See 10.3 Bluetooth Settings to set up a printer.
Press this button to go to the print screen and then
again to print a label.
This is the Tools function. This function allows you to
configure which pre-configured label printer to use.
11.2 Manual Test Interface
The Apollo 400 allows direct access to all of the electrical tests through Manual Mode.
Within each test there are a number of function key options;
This is the Tools function. This function allows you to
configure the test current test type, this includes;
- test duration
- test pass/fail limit
- test type/connection
Always ensure that you have selected the correct test
connection method in the test for the probe
connections made.
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11.3 Test Functions
Earth Continuity
Always ensure that the circuit under test is electrically
isolated.
Note that measurements can be adversely affected by
parallel resistances of additional circuits or by
transient currents.
Connecting a test probe to a hazardous voltage when
a point to point measurement is active will result in
that voltage being present on the other test probe.
This test is applicable to Class I equipment. This test will measure one of the following:
resistance between the protective earth terminal in the EUT mains plug and the point
at which a single test probe is applied –CLI EUT Continuity
resistance between two test probes –Point to Point Continuity
resistance between the protective earth terminal in an IEC lead mains plug and the
protective earth terminal in the IEC connector –IEC Continuity
to ensure that the connection is satisfactory and of sufficiently low resistance. The
measurement will be displayed in Ohms.
There are three possible connection methods for the Earth Continuity test.
CLI EUT Continuity
The test is performed between the red
test terminal and the EUT test socket.
Point to Point Continuity
This test is performed between the red
test terminal and the black test
terminal. Additional test lead is
required.
IEC Continuity
The test is performed between the EUT
test socket and the IEC test socket.
Always ensure that you have selected the appropriate
test type for the probe connections.

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Selecting test type
In manual PAT test mode, the earth continuity test can be switched between a Class I EUT
continuity test and a point to point continuity test as follows:
Select Class I Continuity (1) and press the setup key (F3). In the Test Type field, select EUT
Continuity Test or Point to Point Continuity Test.
During automatic sequences, the test type will be as per the test type programmed in the
test sequence.
Once the correct connections have been made for the selected test type press
the Start button. The test will continue until it times out. If we wish to abort the current test
press the Stop button. Tests on IEC leads, CLI EUTs can be performed using a current of
+200mA and/or -200mA. Tests performed in point to point mode are always performed
using a current +200mA test. The direction of the test current can be reversed by switching
the test probes at the point of connection to the appliance/circuit under test.
Nulling out the earth continuity test lead(s) resistance
For a more accurate earth continuity measurement, the resistance of the test lead(s) can be
zeroed out. The feature can be used with both the EUT Continuity and Point to Point
measurement modes.
The null facility remains active, even if the Apollo 400 is powered off, until the feature is
deactivated by pressing the null key again or the Test Type is changed e.g. if a pair of test
leads are nulled for point to point measurement, the null will be deactivated if the Test Type
is changed to EUT Continuity test.
Nulling a single test lead
In the manual PAT screen, press the setup key (F3) and change the Test Type to EUT
Continuity Test. Press save (F4). Connect the earth continuity test lead to the earth continuity
test socket and connect the probe tip to the earth pin of the EUT socket. Press Null (F4) to
measure and stored the test lead resistance. When the null feature is active the Null icon will
appear on the display.
Nulling both test leads
In the manual PAT screen, press the setup key (F3) and change the Test Type to Point to
Point Continuity Test. Press save (F4). Connect both earth continuity test leads to the earth
continuity test sockets and connect the probe tips together using the supplied alligator clips.
Press Null (F4) to measure and stored the test lead resistance. When the null feature is active
the Null icon will appear on the display.
Insulation Resistance
Always ensure that the circuit under test is electrically
isolated.
Connecting a test probe to a hazardous voltage when
a point to point measurement is active will result in
that voltage being present on the other test probe.
This test is applicable to Class I and Class II equipment. This test will measure one of the
following:
insulation resistance between live circuits and the protective earth circuit in the EUT
–Class I / IEC lead insulation test
insulation resistance between live circuits and a test probe applied to the EUT –
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insulation resistance between two test probes –Point to Point Insulation
to ensure that the test points are adequately insulated from one another. The measurement
is displayed in MOhms.
There are three possible connection methods for the Insulation test.
CLI and IEC Insulation
The test is performed between the EUT
test socket live and neutral and the EUT
test socket earth pin.
For IEC leads the other end of the lead
should be connected into the IEC test
socket.
CLII Insulation
The test is performed between the EUT
test socket live and neutral and Red
test terminal.
Point to Point Insulation
The test is performed between the Red
and Black test terminals, both the
continuity test leads are required for
this test. Additional test lead is
required.
Always ensure that you have selected the correct test
connection method in the test for the probe
connections made.
Ensure that the appliance mains switch is in the ON
position.
During this test, 250V or 500V D.C. is applied between
the two connections points. The 500V D.C. potential
will be present across the two probe tips during a
Point to Point test.
Selecting test type
In manual PAT test mode, the insulation test can be switched between a 250V EUT
Insulation test, 500V EUT Insulation test, 250V Point to Point Insulation test or 500V Point to
Point Insulation test as follows:

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Select Insulation Resistance (2) and press the setup key (F3). In the Test Type field, select
the required test.
During automatic sequences, the test type will be as per the test type programmed in the
test sequence.
In manual mode once the correct connections have been made for the selected test type
press the Start button, in automatic mode the test will proceed automatically. The test will
continue until it times out. If we wish to abort the current test press the Stop button. The
measurement will be displayed in Mega Ohms.
If an EUT fails the Insulation test then this may be because of internal filtering or an MOV.
Retry the test at 250V or substitute the Insulation test with a Protective Conductor or Touch
Current test.
Substitute Leakage
This test is applicable to Class I and Class II equipment. This test is used to verify that the
leakage between the mains conductors of the EUT to the EUT earth pin, or conductive
accessible surface of the enclosure, is to a satisfactory low level.
There are two possible connection methods for the Substitute Leakage test.
CLI and IEC Substitute Leakage
The test is performed between the EUT
test socket live and neutral and the EUT
socket earth pin.
For IEC leads the other end of the lead
should be connected into the IEC test
socket.
CLII Substitute Leakage
The test is performed between the EUT
socket live and neutral and Red test
terminal.
During this test, 40V A.C. is applied between the earth pin and both the live and neutral
pins of the appliance mains supply plug.
In manual mode once the correct connections have been made for the selected test type
press the Start button, in automatic mode the test will proceed automatically. The test will
continue until it times out. If we wish to abort the current test press the Stop button. The
measurement will be displayed in milli Amps.
This test can prove useful in situations where neither conventional insulation nor flash tests
are acceptable methods of testing the insulation of the appliance.
Please note that values for substitute leakage may differ substantially from that of

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conventional earth leakage tests because of the way that the test is performed (e.g. it will be
affected by the presence of Neutral-to-Earth suppression capacitors).
Protective Earth (PE) Conductor Current
Always test the earth continuity and insulation
resistance before performing a PE Conductor Current
test.
Always check that an appliance with moving parts (e.g.
an electric drill) is safely mounted to avoid risk of
damage to equipment or personnel.
Avoid prolonged, repeated use at full load (16A) and
excessive test duration as this may reduce the life of the
unit.
Always ensure that appliance and leads, which include
RCD protection, that the RCD is reset at the beginning
of the test. Failure to do so may result in incorrect
measurements being recorded.
This test is applicable on Class I
Equipment.
The Apollo 400 should be connected to
a mains supply. The EUT should be
connected into the EUT test socket.
In manual mode once the correct
connections have been made for the
selected test type press
the Start button, in automatic mode the
test will proceed automatically.
The test will continue until it times out. If we wish to abort the current test press
the Stop button. The measurement will be displayed in mA.
Should the test measurement over range then the test will be aborted immediately and a fail
will be logged.
Touch Current
Warning: Always test the insulation resistance before
performing a Touch Current test.
Warning: Always check that an appliance with moving
parts (e.g. an electric drill) is safely mounted to avoid
risk of damage to equipment or personnel.
Attention: Avoid prolonged, repeated use at full load
(16A) and excessive test duration as this may reduce the
life of the unit.
Always ensure that appliance and leads, which include
RCD protection, that the RCD is reset at the beginning
of the test. Failure to do so may result in incorrect
measurements being recorded.