APPA 603 Insulation Tester and Multimeter User Manual

APPA 603 Insulation Tester and Multimeter User Manual

Introduction

This Insulation Tester is an accurate, professional industry tool for measuring ACV, DCV, Frequency, Earth-Bond -Resistance, Insulation Resistance.

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Understand and follow operating instructions carefully.

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• If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be
• Always use proper terminals, switch position, and range for
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this product around explosive gas or in damp locations.
• Verify the Meter operation by measuring a known If in doubt, have the Meter serviced.
• Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked on Meter, between terminals or between any terminal and earth
• To avoid false readings that can lead to electric shock and injury, replace battery as soon as low battery indicator blinks /
• Avoid working alone so that assistance can be
• Do not use the Tester if the Tester is not operating properly or if it is
• Individual protective device must be used if hazardous live parts in the installation where the measurement is to be carried out could be
• Disconnect the test leads from the test points before changing the position of the function rotary switch.
• Never connect a source of voltage when the function rotary switch is not in voltage position.
• When using test leads or probes, keep your fingers behind the finger guards.
• Use caution with voltages above 30Vac rms, 42 Vac peak, or These voltages pose a shock hazard.
• Remove test lead from Meter before opening the battery door or Meter case.
• DO NOT USE the test leads when the internal white insulation layer is
• DO NOT USE the test leads above maximum ratings of Environment, voltage and current, that are indicated on the probe and the probe tip guard cap.
• DO NOT USE the test leads without the probe tip guard cap in CAT III and CAT IV environments.
• Probe assemblies to be used for MAINS measurements shall be RATED as appropriate for MEASUREMENT CATEGORY III OR IV according to IEC 61010-031 and shall have a voltage RATING of at least the voltage of the circuit to be
• Only replace the blown fuse with the proper rating as specified in this manual.
• Do not attempt a resistance measurement when the open voltage is above the fuse protection rating. Suspected open voltage can be checked with voltage function.
• Never attempt a voltage measurement with the test leadinserted into the Ω input terminal.
• Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, or

Symbols as marked on the Meter and Instruction manual

Unsafe Voltage

To alert you to the presence of a potentially hazardous voltage, when the Tester detects a voltage ≧ 30 V in insulation test, or a voltage overload (OL), the ” “ symbol is displayed and High voltage indicator is turned on.

Maintenance

Do not attempt to repair this Meter. It contains no user service able parts. Repair or servicing should only be performed by qualified personnel.

Cleaning

Periodically wipe the case with a dry cloth and detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

The Meter Description

Front Panel Illustration

Measuring ACV/DCV : Auto sense function

Auto sense mode: The meter displays ACV or DCV whichever is higher (>1V).
If the measured voltage is above 660Vac/dc, ” > 660Vac/dc ” will appear on the display.

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When connecting the test leads to the DUT (Device Under Test) connect the common test leads before connecting the live leads; When removing the test leads, remove the test live leads before removing the common test leads.
Don’t apply more than AC/DC 600V between the V-COM terminals.

Switch Auto Voltage sense /ACV/DCV function when the rotary switch is in

voltage position

Measuring Earth-Bond Resistance (Continuity)

Before starting the test :

• * The circuit under test must be completely de-energized.

  • Check the fuse is See the chapter “ Testing the

fuse ”.

• Short the test leads before measurement, and press the Function button to zero the wire resistance of probe. If the wire resistance is <10Ω, the resistance offset value will be saved, and the “->0<-” symbol will be displayed onLock mode :

Press the Lock button to enter the Lock Mode.
Then press the TEST button to start the test. The test voltage will continue to be applied until the TEST/LOCK button is pressed again.

2. The meter displays the ” ＞ ” symbol and the maximum resistance for the range when measured resistance is higher than the maximum display

Measuring Insulation Resistance

1. Before starting the test :
   The circuit under test must be completely de-energized.
   If the voltage detected is above 30V, “>30V” will appear on the display. In this condition, the test is inhibited.

2. Press the Function button to display insulation resistance or
   Leakage current during the test or when the test stops.

3. Lock mode: Press the Lock button to enter the Lock Mode. Then press TEST button >1sec to start the test. The test voltage will continue to be applied until the TEST/LOCK button is pressed

4. Stop the output test voltage before removing the test leads (to enable the tester to discharge capacitive circuits).
   If the screen displays volts, wait until it reaches zero.

5. The meter displays the ” ＞ ” symbol and the maximum resistance for the range when measured resistance is higher than the maximum display

Using the Compare function

Before starting the Insulation Resistance test, select the comparative value in Setup mode: 0.5MΩ, 10MΩ, 20MΩ, 50MΩ, 100MΩ, 200MΩ, 500MΩ, 1000MΩ.
Before starting the Earth-Bond Resistance test, select the comparative value in Setup mode: 0.5Ω, 1Ω, 2Ω, 3Ω, 4Ω, 5Ω, 10Ω, 20Ω, 30Ω, 40Ω.
If the measured value is better than the selected compare value, the Pass indicator will be green, otherwise it is red.

Auto Power Off (Battery Saver)

Restore power by switching rotator or by pressing any button.

Backlight

Power-up options :

Press the following button while turning meter on from OFF position.
Test button : display of the software version. Lock button : Show the full display of the LCD Function button : Enter Setup Mode

Setup Mode

200, 500, 1000MΩ

| 100MΩ
Pass threshold of Earth-bond

Continuity

| 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10,

20, 30, 40Ω

| 2Ω
APO Timer| Off, 10, 20, 30, 40,

50, 60 minutes

| 30 minutes
Reset| Yes, No| No

1. Press the Test button to select the function to be
2. Press the Function button and Comp button to adjust the
3. Press the Lock button to record the option.

Battery and Fuse Replacement

Refer to the following figure to replace fuse and the batteries :

Caution

• Use only a fuse with the amperage, interrupt, voltage, andspeed rating specified.
• Fuse rating : Fast, 315mA, 1000V, at least 10kA InterruptRating.
• Replace battery as soon as low battery indicator blinks /appears to avoid false reading.
• When the battery is too low for reliable operation , the meter displays “ bAtt ”. The meter will not operate at all until the battery is1.5V x 4 alkaline batteries.

Testing the fuse

• Remove the test leads before testing the
• If the display reading is FUSE, the fuse is bad and should be replaced.

Specifications

General Specifications
Display Count : 4000 counts.
Overrange display : “ >OL Reading ” or “ >-OL Reading ”
Conversion Rate : 2 times / second
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 96mm x207mm x 54mm with holster
Weight : 630g including battery.
Power requirement : AA size ALKALINE Battery * 4
Batteries Life : 1.5 AA ALKALINE battery

Resistance Measurements : Tester can perform at least2600 earth-bond resistance measurements with new alkaline batteries at room temperature. These are standard tests of 1Ω with a duty cycle of 5 seconds on and 25 seconds off.
Insulation test: Tester can perform at least 1100 insulation tests with new alkaline batteries at room temperature.
These are standard tests of 1 MΩ at 1000 V with a duty cycle of 5 seconds on and 25 seconds off.
Installation Category : IEC/EN 61010-1, IEC/EN 61010-2-034
Compliance to EN 61557 : IEC/EN 61557-2:2019
IEC/EN 61557-4:2019
EMC : EN 61326-1

II

| It is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected directly to utilization points (socket outlets and similar points) of the low-voltage MAINS installation.

III

| It is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected to the distribution part of the building’s low-voltage MAINS installation.

IV

| It is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected at the source of the building’s low-voltage MAINS installation

Environmental Conditions Indoor Use

Pollution degree : 2

Operating altitude : 2000m (6562ft)
Operating temperature : Non-condensing <5°C,

5°C ~ 30°C ( ≦ 80% RH),
30°C ~ 40°C ( ≦ 75% RH),
40°C ~ 50°C ( ≦ 45%RH)

Storage temperature :

-20°C to 60°C , 0 to 80% R.H. (batteries not fitted)

Temperature Coefficient :

0.15 x (Specified accuracy)/°C, < 20°C or > 26°C .

IP Rating : IP40

Shock vibration : Random Vibration per MIL-PRFF Class 2
Drop Protection : 4 feet drop to hardwood on concrete floor.

Electrical Specifications

Accuracy is given as ±(% of reading + counts of least significant digit) at 23°C ± 3°C, with relative humidity Less than 70% R.H., and is specified for 1 year after calibration.

ACV Function

• ACV and ACA specifications are ac coupled, true
• For square wave, accuracy is
• For non-sinusoidal waveforms, Additional Accuracy by Crest Factor (C.F.): Add 0% for C.F. 1.0 to 2.0

Add 2.5% for C.F. 2.0 to 2.5
Add 4.0% for C.F. 2.5 to 3.0

• Crest Factor of Input Signal: 3.0 @ 3000 counts

2.0 @ 4500 counts
1.5 @ 6000 counts

• Frequency Response is specified for sine

AC Voltage

600.0V

| ****

660.0V

| ****

0.1V

| ±(1.5%+5D)(50~60Hz)

±(2.0%+5D)(61~400Hz)

Input Impedance: 10MΩ// less than 100pF Frequency Response: 50Hz to 400Hz Overload Protection: AC/DC 600VDC Voltage

Input Impedance: 10MΩ
Overload Protection: AC/DC 600V

Frequency

±(1.0%+3D)

1000Hz| 1100Hz| 1Hz

ACV Minimum Sensitivity: > 60V Minimum Frequency: 10Hz Overload Protection: AC/DC 600V
Earth-bond Resistance (Continuity)

±(1.5%+3D)

4.000kΩ| 4.000kΩ| 0.001kΩ
40.00kΩ| 44.00kΩ| 0.01kΩ

• <1.00Ω add 3dgt

Output Current: >200mA @ <2Ω
Output Voltage: >4V

Insulation Resistance

±(2.5%+5D)

4.000MΩ| 4.000MΩ| 0.001MΩ
40.00MΩ| 40.00MΩ| 0.01MΩ
400.0MΩ| 400.0MΩ| 0.1MΩ
4.000GΩ| 4.000GΩ| 0.001GΩ| ****

±(20%+3D)

20.0GΩ| 22.0GΩ| 0.1GΩ

• Above specifications only apply when high quality silicone leads with test clips are being used with no hands touch.
  Test Voltage vs. Maximum resistance range:

250V/250.0MΩ, 500V/0.500GΩ, 1000V/20.0GΩ
Test Voltage vs. Minimum resistance range:
250V/250.0kΩ, 500V/0.500MΩ, 1000V/1.000MΩ
Short Circuit Test Current: <2mA, +0%, -50%
Test Voltage Accuracy: -0%, +2%+2V
Auto discharge function: discharge time <1 sec for C ≤ 1uF Maximum Capacitive load: Operable with up to 1uF load Live Circuit Detection: if ≥ 30V ac/dc at inputs, test inhibited

Limited Warranty

This meter is warranted to the original purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase. During this warranty period, Manufacturer will,
at its option, replace or repair the defective unit, subject to verification of the defect or malfunction.
This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or damage from abuse, neglect, accident, unauthorized repair, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
Any implied warranties arising out of the sale of this product, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the above.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for loss of use of the instrument or other incidental or consequential damages, expenses, or economic loss, or for any claim or claims for such damage, expense or economic loss. Some states or countries laws vary, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

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