PCE INSTRUMENTS PCE-ITE 50 Insulation Tester
Specifications
- LOOP Resistance L-PE (Hi-Amp):
- Range (Ω): 0.23-9.99, 10.0-99.9, 100-999
- Resolution (Ω): 0.01, 0.1, 1
- Measuring Current: 4.0 A
- Range of the Voltage Used: 195V a.c.-260V a.c. (50,60Hz)
- General Specification:
- Power Source: Battery
- Battery Life: 2000m
- CAT Rating: 500mA Fast response
- Protection Classification: BS 88 Fuse
- Protection Rating: 24.2cm(L) x 10.5cm(W) x 14.5cm(H)
- LCD Screen Type: 320X(RGB)X240 color active matrix
- Operating Temp: –
- Relative Humidity: –
- Storing Temp: –
- Operating Altitude: –
- Protective device: –
- Dimensions: 1.56kg
Product Usage Instructions
Caution and Declaration of Conformity:
Do not change functions on the test instrument with the test leads in place to avoid potential damage. The instrument has been tested according to regulations EN 61326 and EN 61010-1 for safety requirements.
Error Codes:
If you encounter an error condition indicated by the icon “Err” and an error number on the display, refer to Table 1 for solutions to various error conditions that may disable testing.
Instrument Overview:
Front View:
- Starts the selected test.
- Warning lamp.
- LCD screen type: 320X(RGB)X240 color active matrix.
- Function selector switch.
- Navigation keys: Enter, Up, Down, Left, Right.
- Selects sub-menus from the Test Mode.
- Accesses help menus.
FAQ
- Q: What should I do if I encounter an error code on the instrument?
- A: If you see an error code displayed on the instrument, refer to Table 1 in the user manual for specific solutions to address the error condition.
- Q: How do I start a test using the instrument?
- A: To initiate a test, press the designated start button on the instrument after ensuring that the test leads are properly connected and in the correct position.
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Safety Considerations
This manual contains instructions regarding the safe use and the proper functioning of the instrument. If not complied with, the user could be exposed to danger and the instrument to possible damage.
International Symbols
WARNING!
CAUTION! Voltage present
Earth
Double Insulation (Class Il insulation)
Fuse
4 – 50V
CE
Prohibited to use for the Electrical System which uses the voltage above 550V Conformity to European Standards
Terminology
The term WARNING as used in this manual defines a condition or a procedure which could lead to a serious injury or accident. The term CAUTION defines a condition or action which could lead to the instrument being rendered defective during the testing process.
Warnings
• Make sure to read and fully understand the instruction contained within this manual prior to use.
• This instrument is not intrinsically safe therefore do not use the instrument in hazardous environments.
• In order to prevent fire and/or electrical shock, do not use the instrument in wet, damp or highly humid environments.
• Prior to use, check if the instrument functions correctly. If any symptoms/symbols of malfunction or abnormalities are indicated, do not use and inform MTi Instruments.
• Users who could be exposed to voltages in excess of the extra low band (50V ac or 120V dc) should be competent and be aware of the requirements of GS 38 regarding the use of the instrument and the associated leads and probes etc.
• Make sure your fingers holding the test probes are positioned behind the safety lines of the test probes.
• DO NOT OPEN THE INSTRUMENT.
• If the internal fuse (protective device) operates, replace with a device of the same type and rating. If it operates again seek professional advice. DO NOT REPLACE FUSE AND TRY AGAIN.
Caution
Do not change functions on the test instrument with the test leads in place, i.e. changing from a “dead test” to a test where the supply is required could damage the instrument.
Declaration of Conformity
This instrument has been tested according to the below regulations:
EN 61326: Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
EN 61010-1: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use
Part 1: General requirements.
BS EN61557: Electrical safety in low voltage distribution systems up to 1000V a.c. and 1500V d.c.
Equipment for testing, measuring or monitoring of protective measures.
• Part 1 General requirements
• Part 2 Insulation resistance
• Part 3 Loop resistance
• Part 4 Resistance of earth connection and equipotential bonding
• Part 6 Residual current devices (RCDs) in TT and TN systems
• Part 7 Phase sequence
• Part 10 Combined measuring equipment
Error Codes
Various error conditions are detected by the tester and are indicated with the icon, “Err”, and an error number on the primary display. See Table 1. These error conditions disable testing and, if necessary, stop a running test.
Table 1. Error Codes
Error Condition Code
Solution
Fault Voltage
Over Temp
Excessive Noise
Excessive Probe
Resistance
Self Test Fails
Code
1
3
4
5
Solution
Check the installation, in particular, the voltage between N and PE.
Wait while the tester cools down.
Switch off all appliances (Loop, RCD measurements) and move the earth stakes (earth measurement).
Put the stakes deeper into the soil. Tamp down the soil directly around the stakes. Pour water around the stakes but not at the earth ground under test.
Return the tester to a Service Center.
Specification
LOOP Resistance
L- PE (Hi-Amp)
Range (2)
0.23 – 9.99
10.0 – 99.9
Resolution (2)
0.01
0.1
Accuracy
≤(4% of reading + 4di gits)
100 – 999
Measuring Current: 4.0 A
Range of the Voltage Used: 195V a.c. – 260V a.c. (50,60Hz)
L- PE (No Trip)
Range (2)
0.23 – 9.99
10.0 – 99.9
100 – 999
Resolution (2)
0.01
0.1
1
Accuracy
≤(5% of reading + 6 digits)
Measuring Current: < 15mA
Range of the Voltage Used: 195V a.c – 260V a.c (50,60Hz) (50,60Hz)
LINE Resistance
L- N
Range (2)
0.23 – 9.99
10.0 – 99.9
100 – 999
Resolution (2)
0.01
0.1
1
Accuracy
≤(4% of reading + 4digits)
Measuring Current: 4.0 A
Range of the Voltage Used: 195V a.c. – 260V a.c. (50,60Hz)
RCD (BSEN 61557-6)
Red Rating (Ln): 10mA, 30mA, 100mA, 300mA, 500mA, 650mA and 1A.
Test current: x1/2, x1 and x5
RCD (BSEN 61557-6)
Red Rating (In): 10mA, 30mA, 100mA, 300mA, 500mA, 650mA and 1A.
Test current: x1/2, x1 and x5
Current Multiplier
Trip Time Accuracy
x1/2
≤(1% of reading + 1ms)
x1
(1% of reading + 1ms)
x2
#(1% of reading + 1ms)
X5
(1% of reading + 1ms)
Form of the Test Current: Sine wave form (ac), Pulse wave form (dc)
RCD Form: General (G – non-delayed), Selective (S – time-delayed)
Initial Polarity of the Test Current: 0°, 180°.
Voltage Range: 195V a.c. – 260V a.c. (50Hz,60Hz)
Accuracy of the Current of the RCD: ≤ (5% of reading + 1 digits)
Resolution of the RCD Timing: 0.1 ms
Voltage and Frequency
Measurement Range
(V) / AC-DC
80 – 500
Resolution (V)
Accuracy
1
(2% of reading + 2digits)
Low Ohm
Range
0.000~2.000Đ
2.00~20.000
20.0~200.00
200 ~ 20002
Resolution
0.0010
0.012
0.10
12
Earth Resistance
Range
Resolution
0.00 ~ 99.990
0.010
100.0 – 999.90
0.10
1000~20000
10
Accuracy
Max. Open Circuit Voltage Overload Protection
#(1.5% +30)
5.0V
250Vrms
≤(1.5%+3)
+(1.5%+5)
Accuracy
≥(2% + 30d)
(2% + 6d)
Instrument Overview
Front View
1-Starts the selected test. The T key is surrounded by a “touch pad”. The touch pad measures the potential between the operator and the tester’s PE terminal. If you exceed a 100 V threshold, the D symbol above the touch pad is illuminated.
2-Warning lamp
3-320X(RGB)X240 color active matrix
4-Press and hold Turns the tester on and off. Short Press return the latest status.
5-Function selector switch.
6-Navigation keys: Enter, Up, Down, Left, Right
7-Selects the sub-menus from the Test Mode selected by the rotary switch: F1, F2, F3, F4
8-Accesses help menus.
Connector panel
1-Input Terminal to operate the switched probe
2-L – Line Input
3-PE – Protective Earth Input
4-N – Neutral Input
5-Input Terminal to operate the switched probe
6-TV OUT
7-System reset
8-USB connector
9-Audio out
10-Power supply socket
Battery & Fuse
1-Fuse 5A 600V
2-Fuse 5A 600V
3-Fuse 500mA 600V
4-Battery cells (size AA).
Understanding the display
No. Annunctator
Function
1
RCD
Value
Loop/PFC
V/Phase
Continuity
L-PE
L-L
L-N
L-PE
0.50
1.00
2.00
5.00
AUTO
X1/2
X1
X2
X5
RAMP
1
Continuity
Terminal Voltage
2
Trip Current
3
Current
Beeper
Type of RCD
4
Lock
0°/180°
ZERO
Reference
10.00
20.00
50.00
50.00
125V
250V
500V
1000V
30mA
100mA
300mA
500mA
650mA
1000mA
10mA
NO Trip
Hi Amp
OFF
ON
MIs
OFF
ON
0°
180°
0.125MQ
0.25MQ
0.5MQ
1MO
2MO
5MQ
10MQ
20MQ
50MO
100MQ
200MQ
5
Date Time
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
lill
30S
K
888.8
888.8
UF:
UL:
•- 23p
P- 2300
8 1
IN-PE
L-N
L-PE
PFC
MA
Low battery icon. See
Indicates the battery status.
:100%
:80%
50%
20%
:Low Battery
for additional information on batteries and power management.
Beeper
Lock
Hold
Datalog
Bluetooth
Appears when the instrument is overheated.
Display 30 seconds (time-delayed)
Being tested
Primary display and measurement units.
Primary display and measurement units.
Fault voltage. Measures neutral to earth.
Indicates the preset falut voltage limit.
Arrows above or below the terminal indicator symbol indicate
reversed polarity. Check the connection or check the wiring to
correct.
N-PE Value
L-N Value
L-PE Value
Prospective Earth Fault Curremt.
Calculated from voltage and loop impedance which is measured
line to orotective earth.
ha0 14
22
N-PE
23
L-N
24
L-PE
25
PFC
PSC
26
27
28
4
–
N-PE Value
L-N Value
L-PE Value
Prospective Earth Fault Curremt.
Calculated from voltage and loop impedance which is measured
line to protective earth.
Prospective Short Circuit. Calculated from measured voltage
and impedance when reading line to neutral.
Being tested
High Voltage Warning
Warning
Contact information
PCE Instruments contact information
Germany
PCE Deutschland GmbH
Im Langel 4
D-59872 Meschede
Deutschland
Tel.: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 0
Fax: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 29
info@pce-instruments.com
www.pce-instruments.com/deutsch
Spain
PCE Ibérica S.L. Calle Mayor, 53 02500 Tobarra (Albacete)| España
Tel. : +34 967 543 548
Fax: +34 967 543 542
info@pce-iberica.es
www.pce-instruments.com/espanol
Italy
PCE Italia s.r.l.
Via Pesciatina 878 / B-Interno 6
55010 Loc. Gragnano
Capannori (Lucca)
Italia
Telefono: +39 0583 975 114
Fax: +39 0583 974 824
info@pce-italia.it
www.pce-instruments.com/italiano
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