VOLTCRAFT GT-6000 User manual

Operating Instructions
Device tester GT-6000 v2
Item No. 2362387 Page 2 - 34

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Table of contents
Page
1. Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................3
2. Explanation of symbols........................................................................................................................................3
3. Intended use........................................................................................................................................................4
4. Delivery contents .................................................................................................................................................5
5. Optional accessories ...........................................................................................................................................5
6. Transport and storage .........................................................................................................................................6
7. Safety instructions ...............................................................................................................................................6
8. Operation elements and connections ..................................................................................................................8
9. Carrying out Measurements ..............................................................................................................................13
a) Testing a mains power outlet ......................................................................................................................13
b) Testing devices of protection class 1 ..........................................................................................................14
c) Testing devices of protection class 2 (insulated) and devices of protection class 3 (safety low voltage) ...17
d) Lead test - testing of power / extensions cables, cable reels and multi-plugs ............................................19
e) Testing (passive and active) of three-phase devices ..................................................................................22
f) Testing of RCDs ..........................................................................................................................................23
10. Memory function ...............................................................................................................................................26
a) Saving measurement data...........................................................................................................................26
b) Retrieving measurements............................................................................................................................26
c) Measurement data deleting.........................................................................................................................26
d) Transferring measurements data.................................................................................................................26
e) Software and driver installation ..................................................................................................................27
f) Setting the RTC (Real Time Clock) ............................................................................................................28
11. Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................29
a) Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................29
b) Calibration Interval ......................................................................................................................................29
c) Battery Replacement and Disposal .............................................................................................................29
d) Fuse Replacement / Product Disposal ........................................................................................................30
12. Technical data....................................................................................................................................................31

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1. Introduction
Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing this product.
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements.
To maintain this status and to ensure safe operation, you as the user must observe these operating instructions!
These operating instructions are part of this product. They contain important notes on commissioning and
handling. Also consider this if you pass on the product to any third party. Therefore, retain these operating
instructions for reference!
If there are any technical questions, please contact: www.conrad.com/contact
2. Explanation of symbols
The lightning symbol is used if there is a danger to your health, e.g. from electric shock.
The exclamation mark in a triangle indicates important notes in these operating instructions that must be
observed strictly.
The “arrow” symbol indicates that special advice and notes on operation are provided.
Conformity symbol, the instrument complies with the valid directives. It complies with the EMC Directive
(2014/30/EU), Standards EN 61326-1 is fullled. It also complies with the Low Voltage Directive
(2014/35/EU), Standard EN 61010-1 is fullled.
This symbol indicates that device is intended for use in dry indoor areas only.
Protection class 1 (earthing contact)
Protection class 2 (double or reinforced insulation, protective insulation)
CAT I for measurements of circuits not directly connected to the mains. i.e. battery powered instruments.
CAT II for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the low voltage installation (main voltage)
such as household appliances, portable tools and similar equipment.

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CAT III for measurements performed in the building installation, i.e. distribution boards, circuit breakers, wiring,
including cables, bus-bars, junction-boxes, switches, socket-outlet in the xed installation, and equipment
for industrial use and some other equipment, for example, stationary motors with permanent connection to
the xed installation.
CAT IV This category is for measurements performed at the service entrance i.e. at the source of the low voltage
installation (mains distribution, electricity transfer points to homes, electricity meters) or on power lines
(overhead or buried). This includes measurements before the service equipment overcurrent device.
3. Intended use
The device tester GT-6000 v2 is developed for electrical safety testing of portable appliances.
It is used for:
• Portable appliances testing in accordance with DIN VDE 0701-0702, DGUV Regulation 3, ÖVE/ÖNORM E 8701,
NEN 3140
• Tripping time measurement of permanently installed (RCCB/RCD) and portable (RCCB/PRCD) circuit breakers
• Three-phase electrical devices testing (with the help of optional measurement adapters)
• Voltage test on grounded sockets
• Cables, extension cables, cable distributions and IEC power cables testing
Tester GT-6000 v2 is characterized by the following features:
• Test results of GT-6000 v2 are compared with preset values of limits and based on that pass/fail information is
given to user. Preset values of limits and more information regarding test can be found in last versions of standards.
• Default value of voltage for insulation resistance test is 500 V/DC (standard). If there is a need for lower voltage
(500 V/DC too high for DUT or voltage protection / surge arresters built-in), test voltage can be set to lower
value – 250 V/DC.
• The differential current/direct measurement method is applied when GT-6000 v2 is supplied with 230 V/AC mains
voltage via the socket (the protective conductor current/contact current measurement is automatically provided).
• The alternative leakage current measurement method is applied when battery set inside GT-6000 v2 is used for
tests regarding the protective conductor current and contact current measurement.
• Approx. 2500 device tests can be performed by GT-6000 v2, with fully charged batteries.

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4. Delivery contents
• Device tester GT-6000 v2
• 1 mains cable (IEC 60320 C19)
• 1 test lead with alligator clip
• 1 IEC power cable (IEC adapter cable IEC 60320 C13)
• 1 USB-C connection cable (USB-A connector to USB-C socket)
• 6 AA batteries,1.5 V (type AA/LR6)
• 1 lithium button battery (CR2032)
• 1 pouch
• Operating instructions
Up-to-date operating instructions
Download the latest operating instructions via the link www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR
code. Follow the instructions on the website.
5. Optional accessories
Passive measurement adapter:
Single and three-phase loads adapter are intended for RPE, RISO and IEA measurements (without mains voltage-
dependent switching device). Commercially available measurement adapters with the following connections can be
used:
16 A CEE connector (5-pin, L1, L2, L3 are bridged) --> earthing contact connector.
Active measurement adapter:
Three-phase loads adapter for RPE and IPE measurements (direct measurement, with mains voltage-dependent
switching device) under operating conditions:
16 A CEE adapter (5-pin), active
The active measurement adapter can be obtained using item no. 2267357.

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6. Transport and storage
• Please keep the original packaging for later transport, e.g. for calibration. Any transport damage due to faulty
packaging will be excluded from warranty claims.
• In order to avoid instrument damage, it is advised to remove batteries when not using the instrument over a certain
time period. However, should the instrument be contaminated by leaking battery cells, you are kindly requested to
return it to the factory for cleaning and inspection.
• Instruments must be stored in dry and closed areas. In the case of an instrument being transported in extreme
temperatures, a recovery time of minimum 2 hours is required prior to instrument operation.
7. Safety instructions
Before using the instrument, instructions must be read and followed, particularly rst time.
The respective accident prevention regulations established by the professional associations for electrical
systems and equipment must be strictly always met.
The respective accident prevention regulations established by the professional associations are to be
strictly always enforced regarding body protection in the event of danger of burns.
In order to avoid electrical shock, the valid safety and VDE regulations regarding excessive contact
voltages must receive utmost attention, when working with voltages exceeding 120V (60V) DC or 50V
(25V) rms AC. The values in brackets are valid for limited ranges (as for example medicine and agriculture).
Measurements in dangerous proximity of electrical systems are only to be carried out in compliance with
the instructions of a responsible electronics technician, and never alone.
If the operator’s safety is no longer ensured, the instrument is to be put out of service and protected against
use. The safety is no longer insured if the instrument:
• shows obvious damage,
• does not carry out the desired measurements,
• has been stored for too long under unfavorable conditions,
• has been subjected to mechanical stress during transport.

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If the instrument is changed or modied, the safety is no longer ensured.
The instrument may only be used within the operating ranges as specied in the technical data section.
Avoid any heating up of the instrument by direct sunlight to ensure perfect functioning and long instrument
life.
The opening of the instrument for fuse replacement, for example, may only be carried out by professionals.
Prior to opening, the instrument must be switched off and disconnected from any current circuit. During
operating instrument and measurements, battery compartment must be closed. Test leads or accessories
must be original. During measurements, touching of measuring points and measuring probes (tips), outside
of the marked handling area, is forbidden.
The instrument may only be used under those conditions and for those purposes for which it was
conceived. For this reason, in particular the safety references, the technical data including environmental
conditions and the usage in dry environments must be followed (no measurements when strong magnetic
or electromagnetic elds are applied, moisture, high humidity/moisture exist).
Only originally specied batteries (6x1.5V AA/LR06) must be used (not rechargeable batteries).

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8. Operation elements and connections

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1 Schuko test socket for connecting DUT
2 Pushbutton for testing class 1 (protection) devices (protective conductor and touchable conductive parts
connected)
3 Pushbutton for testing class 2 type devices (devices without protective conductor and with accessible conductive
parts) and for testing of class 3 type devices (safety low voltage)
4 Pushbutton for testing the protective conductor current (using differential measurement) or the contact current
(using direct measurement) when DUT is supplied with 230 V AC
5 Insulation resistance measurement: pushbutton for setting the test voltage (250 V DC or 500 V DC)
6 Pushbutton for testing RCCB/RCD breakers
7 Pushbutton for testing 3-phase devices with (optional) 3-phase adapter
8 Display
9 4 mm test socket (to be used with test lead with alligator clip)
10 IEC 60320 C14 connector for connecting the IEC low-power cable (C13) or for connecting optional measurement
3-phase adapter (16 A CEE adapter)
11 IEC 60320 C20 connector for connecting mains voltage (230 V, 50 Hz) or for voltage measurement at external
earthed sockets
12 USB-C connector (memory operations)
13 Pushbutton for recording last measurement results
14 Pushbutton for reading saved measurement results
15 Power & Backlight On/Off pushbutton

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LCD Symbols
Warning, potentially dangerous voltage!
Class I Test
Class II Test
Indication that long version of test is selected
(protective conductor resistance, differential and
touch leakage current measurements)
Calibration mode (only available in service center)
USB connection
STORE (saving record in PAT memory)
OPEN (recall saved record from PAT memory)
Battery is low (battery replacement is required)
Battery is empty (PAT will soon Turn Off)

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Protective conductor resistance - RPE Test
Insulation resistance – RISO Test
Differential or Touch Leakage Current – IDIFF/IDIR Test
Substitute Leakage Current – IALT Test
RCD Test
Portable RCD Test
RCD Test - 180° initial polarity
RCD Test - 0° initial polarity
Volt - Voltage measurement
Ω - RPE Test
Mega Ω - RISO Test
RISO Test Voltage – 500V
RISO Test Voltage – 250V

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Mili Ampere - Leakage Current Test
Mili Second - RCD Test
FAIL
PASS
Voltage measurement - LINE to NEUTRAL
Voltage measurement - LINE to EARTH
Voltage measurement - NEUTRAL to EARTH
IEC Power Cable Test
3- Phase 16A CEE Adapter
Note:
Backlight function (white-LEDs) is activated/deactivated by short press to the pushbutton (15). If not deactivated by
the user, backlight will turn off automatically after approx. 1 minute.
Additionally, if the test result is PASS it will be indicated by turning on the green-LEDs backlight. Otherwise, when test
result is FAIL, the red-LEDs backlight is turned on.

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9. Carrying out Measurements
General Information to carry out measurements:
• Measurements in dangerous proximity of electrical systems are only to be carried out in
compliance with the instructions of a responsible electronics technician, and never alone.
• Test leads and test probes may only be touched at handle surfaces provided.
• Absolutely avoid the direct contact of the test probes. Prior to switching to a new measurement
range or a new type of measurement, remove all connections from DUT.
• Measurements have to be carried out by respecting the standards.
a) Testing a mains power outlet
• Press the red pushbutton (15) to switch on the GT-6000 v2.
• To switch the device on or off, press and hold the button for approx. 1 second. The
device will turn on or off with a beep.
To avoid electrical shock, the valid safety measures and VDE directives strictly must be met
concerning excessive contact voltage when working with voltages exceeding 120 V (60 V) DC or
50 V (25 V) rms AC. The values in brackets are valid for limited areas (such as e.g. medicine,
agriculture).
• Connect the mains cable (IEC 60320 C19) to the mains inlet
socket (11) and to the power outlet.
• The voltage measurement will start automatically.
• Each time when voltage (mains) is detected, L-N, L-PE and N-PE
are displayed for approx. 3 seconds.
• If the voltage potentials are within the following limit values, a tick
symbol appears next to the symbols “LN”, “LE” and “NE”:
LN 195 V - 253V
LE 195 V - 253V
NI <30 V
or
LN 195 V - 253V
LE <30 V
NI 195 V - 253V
I
PE
I
B
250 V
500 V RCD Phase
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Note:
Check results – tick symbols do not guarantee good installation and proper value of voltage (high
potential) on PE!
b) Testing devices of protection class 1
This function is used to test devices with protective conductor and
accessible conductive parts that are connected to PE.
• Plug the DUT (Device Under Test) into the test socket (1) of the
GT-6000 v2.
• Use the test lead with alligator clip to connect between the 4 mm
test socket (9) and a touchable metal part of the DUT.
• In mains mode (differential current measurement method is
executed and tests the device under test during operation),
connect the mains cable with the built-in connector (11) on the
GT-6000 v2 and the safety plug to an earthed socket (230 V,
50 Hz, 16 A).
• Switch on the DUT (Device Under Test).
• Start the automatic test by (short) pressing pushbutton (2).
• First test is the measurement of the protective conductor
resistance RPE – Earth continuity.
Note: Extended version of this test is started by (long) press
to the pushbutton (2).
The preset value of the test voltage for the RISO measurement is 500V. This voltage can be reduced to
250 V DC with the button (5), if needed. The selected test voltage appears briey on the display then. By
pressing the button (5) again, test voltage will be set back to 500 V DC.
I
PE
I B
250 V
500 V RCD Phase
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• If RPE >1 Ω, the result for RPE is shown on the display and an X symbol appears
next to the RPE value. “FAIL” is shown on the display to indicate that the test
has been aborted.
• If RPE is higher than the permissible limit (≤ 0.3 Ω up to a length of 5 m) but <
1 Ω, there is no rating displayed behind the measured value. The “tAble” symbol
is displayed, and the test sequence stops.
• Is displayed measured value is acceptable (according to limit values and the
length of the DUT lead) must be decided by test person.
• Press the button (2) to accept the measured value. A tick symbol appears next to the RPE value.
• Press the button (3) to reject the measured value. An X symbol appears behind the RPE value. If the test has was
aborted, “FAIL” is shown on the display.
• If RPE ≤ 0.3 Ω, the measured value for RPE is displayed and a tick symbol
appears behind the RPE value. The RPE measurement will be performed again,
with reverse polarity. The higher value of both measurements is shown.
• The insulation resistance test is started after RPE test passed successfully.
• If “LO LOAD” appears on the display, should be checked if DUT is switched on.
• If the DUT is on but the load RL-N > 6 kΩ, press the button (2) to proceed with
the test sequence.
• Very high load (RL-N < 14 Ω, ILOAD > 16 A) from the DUT is presented by
“HIGH LOAD” on the display. In such a case, there is a risk of a short-circuit or
earth fault. Check for a short-circuit between the external conductor (L) and the
neutral conductor (N) on the device under test.
• If there is no short-circuit, press button (2) to proceed with the test sequence.
• Beside the RISO value will be shown a tick symbol (f the RISO is higher than the permissible minimum value).
Protective conductor current (differential current measurement method) – Differential Leakage Current
• After the RISO measurement GT-6000 v2 stops the test sequence and prompts the user to switch the mains voltage
from 230 V to the test socket (“ILEAK” symbol ashes).

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• The protective conductor current measurement (Differential Leakage Current)
starts by (short) pressing pushbutton (4) if the mains voltage is correct.
Note: Extended version of this test is started by (long) press to the
pushbutton (4).
• During testing, DUT should be switched on and active.
Step 1 (of 2):
• After a measurement time of 5 seconds, the polarity (mains) is reversed after
5 sec. and the protective conductor current is measured with the reverse mains
voltage (“L/N” - “N/L”). The higher value of both measurements is shown.
Step 2 (of 2):
• Tick symbol will be displayed beside the ILEAK value if the leakage ILEAK is less
than limit.
• “PASS” will be shown on the display if whole test is successfully nished.

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Option: Substitute Leakage Current (Battery operation, without mains supply):
• Appliance is connected to the GT-6000 v2 like previously described (above), but without connecting the mains
voltage.
• If measured IEA (using equivalent leakage current measurement method) is lower than the permissible limit value, a
tick symbol will be displayed beside IEA value.
• “PASS” will be shown on the display if whole test is successfully nished.
Note for measuring the contact current (Touch Leakage Current)!
When measuring contact current using the direct measurement method (Touch Leakage Current),
GT-6000 v2 should be connected to mains voltage (230 V AC). Appliance must be placed on insulated
surface. If that is not the case, possible leakage currents to earth will disrupt the measurement and
accuracy.
c) Testing devices of protection class 2 (insulated) and devices of protection
class 3 (safety low voltage)
This function is used to test devices without protective conductor and with
touchable conductive parts.
• Plug the DUT (Device Under Test) into the test socket (1) of the
GT-6000 v2.
• Use the test lead with alligator clip to connect between the 4 mm test
socket (9) and a touchable metal part of the DUT.
• In mains mode (Touch Leakage Current - contact current - direct
measurement method), connect the mains cable with the built-in
connector (11) on the GT-6000 v2 and the safety plug to an earthed
socket (230 V, 50 Hz, 16 A).
I PE
I B
250 V
500 V RCD Phase
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The preset value of the test voltage for the RISO measurement is 500V. This
voltage can be reduced to 250 V DC with the button (5), if needed. The selected
test voltage appears briey on the display then. By pressing the button (5)
again, test voltage will be set back to 500 V DC.
• Switch on the DUT.
• Start the automatic test by pressing button (3).
• If “LO LOAD” appears on the display, should be checked if DUT is switched on.
• If the DUT is on but the load RL-N > 6 kΩ, press the button (3) to proceed with
the test sequence.
• Very high load (RL-N < 14 Ω, ILOAD > 16 A) from the DUT is presented by “HIGH
LOAD” on the display. In such a case, there is a risk of short-circuit. Should be
checked connection between L) and N of DUT.
• If there is no short-circuit, press button (3) to proceed with the test sequence.
• Beside the RISO value will be shown a tick symbol (f the RISO is higher than the permissible minimum value).
Contact current measuring using the direct measurement method (Touch Leakage Current)
• After the RISO measurement GT-6000 v2 stops the test sequence and prompts
the user to switch the mains voltage from 230 V to the test socket (“ILEAK” symbol
ashes).
• Contact current measuring using the direct measurement method (Touch
Leakage Current) starts by (short) pressing pushbutton (4) if the mains voltage
is correct.
Note: Extended version of this test is started by (long) press to the
pushbutton (4).
• During testing, DUT should be switched on and active.
Step 1 (of 2):
• After a measurement time of 5 seconds, the polarity (mains) is reversed after
5 sec. and the protective conductor current is measured with the reverse mains
voltage (“L/N” - “N/L”). The higher value of both measurements is shown.

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Step 2 (of 2):
• Tick symbol will be displayed beside the ILEAK value if the leakage ILEAK is less than limit.
• “PASS” will be shown on the display if whole test is successfully nished.
Note for measuring the contact current (Touch Leakage Current)!
Appliance must be placed on insulated surface. If that is not the case, possible leakage currents to earth
will disrupt the measurement and accuracy.
Note for measuring the insulation resistance for test objects of protection class 3:
In the case that measured RISO value is between 2 MΩ (limit for protection class 2 objects) and 0.25 MΩ
(protection class 3 objects), marked with X symbol beside Riso value, test person must decide about result.
Option: Substitute Leakage Current (Battery operation, without mains supply):
• Appliance is connected to the GT-6000 v2 like previously described (above),
but without connecting the mains voltage.
• If measured IEA (using equivalent leakage current measurement method) is
lower than the permissible limit value, a tick symbol will be displayed beside
IEA value.
• “PASS” will be shown on the display if whole test is successfully nished.
d) Lead test - testing of power / extensions cables, cable reels and multi-
plugs
Lead test can be used for testing of power / extensions cables, cable reels and
multi-plugs.
Testing IEC power cables
• Connect the IEC power cable, IEC 60320 C13, to the IEC low - power
connector, IEC 60320 C14, (10).
• By pressing the button (2) automatic test (protection class 1) will start, RPE will
be rst measured.
• If value of RPE is below the limit, a tick symbol is displayed next to the RPE value.

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• RPE depends on the length and cross-section of the tested cable!
• If RPE is higher than limit value (≤0.3 Ω up to a length of 5 m), but lower than 1 Ω,
the measured value is displayed without rating. The “tAble” symbol is displayed,
and the test sequence stops. Main test person needs to decide about correctness
of result.
• In the table below, typical cable resistances can be found:
Lead length Conductor cross section
1.0 mm² 15 mm² 2.5 mm²
5 m 0.1 Ω 0.06 Ω 0.04 Ω
10 m 0.2 Ω 0.12 Ω 0.08 Ω
25 m 0.5 Ω 0.3 Ω 0.2 Ω
50 m 1.0 Ω 0.6 Ω 0.4 Ω
• If main test person decides to RPE value rate like a good (below limit), need to press the button (2). In that case, a
tick symbol will be displayed beside the RPE value and the test can continue.
• If main test person decides to RPE value rate like not good (above limit), need to press the button (3). “FAIL” will be
displayed and test is stopped.
• After RPE test is passed, the RISO is measured automatically.
• Tick symbol is displayed next to the RISO symbol if value is above limit.
• After RISO test is passed, L) and N are tested (open and short-circuit); tick symbol is
displayed next to the cable symbol is passed.
• “PASS” will be shown on the display if whole test is successfully nished.
• If the open / short-circuit test fail, instead of display message “Good” message below will be shown:
- “OPEn” symbol: open circuit in L lead or in N lead, or,
- “SHOr” symbol: short-circuit between L) and N.