Insulation Multimeter 
  Basic Measurements 
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Figure 9. Testing Insulation 
PI/DAR 
Polarization Index (PI) is the ratio of the 10-minute 
insulation resistance to the 1 minute insulation resistance. 
Dielectric Absorption Ratio (DAR) is the ratio of the 
1-minute insulation resistance to the 30 second insulation 
resistance. 
Insulation tests should only be performed on de-energized 
circuits. To measure the polarization index or dielectric 
absorption ratio: 
1.  Insert test probes in the 
p and q input terminals. 
Note 
Because of the time required to perform the PI and 
DAR tests, use of test clips is recommended. 
2. Press r repeatedly to select the test voltage. 
3. Press  to select polarization index or dielectric 
absorption ratio. 
4.  Connect the probes to the circuit to be measured. The 
Tester automatically detects if the circuit is energized: 
•  The primary display shows ---- until you press the 
 button and a valid resistance reading is 
obtained. 
•  The high voltage symbol (Z) and a primary display 
of >30 V warns if voltage greater than 30 V ac or 
dc is present. If high voltage is present, the test is 
inhibited. 
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