MI 3125 / BT EurotestCOMBO Measurements
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Examples for application of PE test terminal
Figure 5.36: Reversed L and PE conductors (application of plug commander)
Figure 5.37: Reversed L and PE conductors (application of 3-wire test lead)
Reversed phase and protection conductors! The most dangerous situation!
PE terminal test procedure
Connect test cable to the instrument.
Connect test leads to the item to be tested (see Figure 5.36 and Figure 5.37).
Touch PE test probe (the TEST key) for at least one second.
If PE terminal is connected to phase voltage the warning message is displayed,
instrument buzzer is activated, and further measurements are disabled in Z-
LOOP and RCD functions.
Warning:
If dangerous voltage is detected on the tested PE terminal, immediately stop all
measurements, find and remove the fault!
Notes:
In the SETTINGS and VOLTAGE TRMS menus the PE terminal is not tested.
PE test terminal does not operate in case the operator’s body is completely
insulated from floor or walls!