Tis Tis455 User manual

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User manual

©Copyright Test Instrument Solutions 2019 Release EN 1.00 - 08/07/2019

 LINESPLITTER 
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES..................................................................2
GENERAL DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................4
PREPARATION FOR USE...............................................................................................4
1. Initial checks ........................................................................................................................4
2. Instrument power supply .....................................................................................................4
3. Storage ................................................................................................................................4
NOMENCLATURE ..........................................................................................................5
1. Description of instrument ......................................................................................................5
INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS...........................................................................................5
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................6
1. Line current measurement ....................................................................................................6
2. Leakage current measurement .............................................................................................6
3. Voltage and power measurement .........................................................................................7
MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................................7
1. Cleaning the instrument.......................................................................................................7
2. End of life.............................................................................................................................7
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................9
1. Accessories .........................................................................................................................9
1.1. Accessories provided...................................................................................................................9
ASSISTANCE................................................................................................................10
1. Warranty conditions ...........................................................................................................10
2. Assistance .........................................................................................................................10
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1. PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES

The instrument has been designed in compliance with IEC/EN61010-1 guidelines relevant

to electronic measuring instruments. For your safety and in order to prevent damaging the

instrument, please carefully follow the procedures described in this manual and read all

notes preceded by symbol with the utmost attention. Before and after carrying out

measurements, carefully observe the following instructions:

•Do not carry out any measurement in humid environments.

•Do not carry out any measurements in case gas, explosive materials or flammables are

present, or in dusty environments.

•Avoid any contact with the circuit under test if no measurement is in progress.

•Avoid any contact with exposed metal parts, with unused measuring probes, circuits

•Do not carry out any measurement in case you find anomalies in the instrument such

as deformation, breaks, substance leaks, absence of display on the screen, etc.

•Pay special attention when measuring voltages higher than 25V AC, since a risk of

electrical shock exists.

In this manual, and on the instrument, the following symbols are used:

Warning: observe the instructions given in this manual; improper use could

damage the instrument or its components.

High Voltage danger: electrical shock risk

AC voltage or current

Ground reference

1. PRELIMINARY INSTRUCTION

CAUTION

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•The instrument can be used for AC CURRENT and AC VOLTAGE

measurements on installations with CAT II 240V to ground, max load

current as described in § 8

•Do not use the instrument on loads with absorbed currents over the

same described in § 8

•Do not use the instrument if the protection conditions on the circuit are

limited or protection devices are damaged.

•Do not use the instrument in circuits with voltages higher than the rated

ones

•Do not carry out any measurement in case you find anomalies in the

instrument such as deformation, breaks, substance leaks, absence of

display on the screen, etc.

•Use only indoor

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2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The instrument has the following features:

•Splitting phase conductor L from N and PE conductors for 2-poles, 3-poles cables

•Easy (L-N, L-PE, N-PE) AC voltage measurement with clamps/multimeters

•Easy AC current measurement with external clamps

•Current ring x1 for direct AC current measurement

•Current ring x10 for direct AC low current measurement

•Leakage current direct measurement on PE conductor

•Leakage current indirect measurement on L-N conductors

•Use with loads with maximum absorbed current described in § 8

3. PREPARATION FOR USE

3.1. INITIAL CHECKS

Before shipping, the instrument has been checked from an electric as well as mechanical

point of view. All possible precautions have been taken so that the instrument is delivered

undamaged. However, we recommend thoroughly checking the instrument in order to

detect possible damage suffered during transport. In case anomalies are found,

immediately contact the forwarding agent. We also recommend to check whether the

packaging contains all components indicated in § 8.1.1. In case of discrepancy, please

contact the Dealer. In case the instrument should be returned, please follow the

instructions given in § 9.

3.2. INSTRUMENT POWER SUPPLY

The instrument is supplied directly by the main 230V with the integrated plug.

3.3. STORAGE

In order to guarantee precise measurement, after a long storage time, wait for the

instrument to come back to normal condition (see § 8).

CAUTION

If the instrument is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the

protection provided may be impaired

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4. NOMENCLATURE

4.1. DESCRIPTION OF INSTRUMENT

Fig. 1: Description of LINESPLITTER instrument

5. INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS

LINESPLITTER is a useful accessory capable of performing electrical splitting between the

active conductors of phase, neutral and PE for single-phase loads supplied by 2 or 3 poles

cords. It aims at performing an immediate current measurement directly on the cords using

clamps or multimeters which would not be possible without it (null result).

LINESPLITTER has 2 rings (Ax1 and Ax10 - see Fig.1 parts 6 and 7) so as to respectively

perform the measurement of the line current and the measurement of the same current

multiplied by a factor 10 (useful with current clamps having poor sensitivity or too high

ranges).

LINESPLITTER also includes other two rings (mA PE and mA L-N - see Fig 1 parts 2 and

5) for easy leakage current measurement respectively direct to ground (on the PE

conductor) and indirect/differential (on L-N conductors).

Finally LINESPLITTER also allows to perform AC L-N, L-PE and N-PE voltage

measurements (see Fig. 1 part 4) using digital multimeters.

CAPTION:

1. Plug for

connection to main

supply

2. Ring for leakage

measurement on

PE cable

3. Not usable current

rings

4. Input terminals for

L-N, L-PE, N-PE

voltage

measurements

5. Ring for leakage

measurement on

L-N cables

6. R i n g f o r l i n e

current

measurement x1

7. R i n g f o r l i n e

current

measurement x10

8. Plug for load

connection

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6. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

6.1. LINE CURRENT MEASUREMENT

1. Connect LINESPLITTER to 230V AC main socket through plug.

2. Connect the main cable of the load to the instrument’s plug.

3. Put the clamp around the Ax1 or Ax10 rings and switch on the load.

4. Read the value of line current in the Ax1 ring or divide by 10 the value of current read

in the Ax10 ring (see Fig. 2)

Fig. 2: Use of the instrument for line current measurement

6.2. LEAKAGE CURRENT MEASUREMENT

1. Connect LINESPLITTER to 230V AC main socket through plug

2. Connect the main cable of the load to the instrument’s plug.

3. Put a leakage clamp around the mA PE or mA L-N rings and switch on the load.

4. Read the direct value of leakage current (PE conductor) in the mA PE ring or the

indirect/differential value of leakage current (L-N conductors) in the mA L-N ring (see

Fig. 3).

Fig. 3: Use of the instrument for leakage current measurement

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6.3. VOLTAGE AND POWER MEASUREMENT

1. Connect LINESPLITTER to 230V AC main socket through plug

2. Connect the main cable of the load to the instrument’s plug.

3. Put a power clamp around the Ax1 ring and the clamp’s test leads in the Vinputs of the

instrument and switch on the load

4. Read the correspondent values of current, voltage and absorbed power of the load

(see Fig. 4).

Fig. 4: Use of the instrument for current, voltage and power measurement

7. MAINTENANCE

7.1. CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT

Use a soft and dry cloth to clean the instrument. Never use wet cloths, solvents, water, etc.

7.2. END OF LIFE

CAUTION

•Only expert and trained technicians should perform maintenance

operations. Before carrying out maintenance operations, disconnect all

cables from the input terminals.

•Do not use the instrument in environments with high humidity levels or

high temperatures

CAUTION: the symbol on the instrument indicates that the appliance and its

accessories must be collected separately and correctly disposed of.

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8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply: 230V/240VAC (±10%), 50/60Hz

Main connection integrated plug, 50cm length

Load connection: integrated plug

Load current: max 13A

Operating temperature: -20°C ÷40°C (-4°F ÷104°F)

Operating humidity: <80%RH

Storage temperature: -20°C ÷60°C (-4°F ÷140°F)

Storage humidity: <80%RH

Safety: IEC/EN61010-1, IEC/EN61010-02-030

Pollution degree : 2

Measurement category : CAT II 240V

Max operating altitude: 2000m (6562ft)

Dimensions (L x W x H): 210 x 60 x 35mm (8 x 2 x 1in)

Weight: 385g (14 ounces)

This instrument complies with requirements of Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU

(LVD) and of EMC Directive 2014/30/EU

This instrument complies with requirements of European Directive 2011/65/EU

(RoHS) and 2012/19/EU (WEEE)

8.1. ACCESSORIES

8.1.1. Accessories provided

•User manual

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9. ASSISTANCE

9.1. WARRANTY CONDITIONS

This instrument is warranted against any material or manufacturing defect, in compliance

with the general sales conditions. During the warranty period, defective parts may be

replaced. However, the manufacturer reserves the right to repair or replace the product.

Should the instrument be returned to the After-sales Service or to a Dealer, transport will

be at the Customer's charge. However, shipment will be agreed in advance. A report will

always be enclosed to a shipment, stating the reasons for the product's return. Only use

original packaging for shipment. Any damage due to the use of non-original packaging

material will be charged to the Customer. The manufacturer declines any responsibility for

injury to people or damage to property.

The warranty shall not apply in the following cases:

•Repair and/or replacement of accessories and battery (not covered by warranty).

•Repairs that may become necessary as a consequence of an incorrect use of the

instrument or due to its use together with non-compatible appliances.

•Repairs that may become necessary as a consequence of improper packaging.

•Repairs which may become necessary as a consequence of interventions performed

by unauthorized personnel.

•Modifications to the instrument performed without the manufacturer's explicit

authorization.

•Use not provided for in the instrument's specifications or in the instruction manual.

The content of this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the manufacturer's

authorization.

Our products are patented and our trademarks are registered. The manufacturer

reserves the right to make changes in the specifications and prices if required by

improvements in technology.

9.2. ASSISTANCE

If the instrument does not operate properly, before contacting the After-sales Service,

please check the conditions. Should the instrument still operate improperly, check that the

product is operated according to the instructions given in this manual. Should the

instrument be returned to the After-sales Service or to a Dealer, transport will be at the

Customer's charge. However, shipment will be agreed in advance. A report will always be

enclosed to a shipment, stating the reasons for the product's return. Only use original

packaging for shipment. Any damage due to the use of non-original packaging material will

be charged to the Customer.

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NOTES

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TIS TIS455 User manual

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