INFORMATION SHEET 6.

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Terminate/connect electrical wiring/electronic circuits

Learning Objective:

After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to identify

and apply OHS policies and procedures in Computer System Servicing.

Power and distribution panels and their nearby wiring are a frequent
starting point for technicians when electrical disruptions require
troubleshooting.

Voltage and current are two of the most common electrical

measurements taken at panels and the surrounding wiring. To isolate specific
problems, a technician may also want to test for continuity or measure peak
voltage, peak current, minimum/maximum voltage (or current) over time,
temperature, harmonics, power factor, transient voltage, temperature or even
analyze waveforms.

With the right equipment and use of appropriate protective gear, a

technician can acquire a variety of measurements safely and efficiently in order
to find and fix problems.

Voltage testers: These tools can quickly assess the presence of voltage.
The best-selling Fluke T5-1000 speedily tests for voltage, continuity and
current, and the Fluke T+Pro is a long-time for basic voltage testing.

Digital multimeters: Regarded as the Swiss Army Knife of measurement

tools, DMMs can accommodate a long list of measurement or testing tasks:
voltage, current, resistance, continuity, capacitance, frequency, diodes, duty
cycle and potentially more, depending on the model. The Fluke 87 V is a
standard-bearer of such versatility, and the Fluke 3000 FC series has
introduced wireless safety, efficiency and data sharing into the process.
 Clamp meters: For wiring in tight spaces, panels that are beyond easy
reach, and extra-large conductors, clamp meters greatly simplify measurement
tasks. A top seller such as the Fluke 381 offers the shape-shifting iFlex clamp,
true-rms reliability and a remote display that permits you and your clamp to be
two places at the same time.

Insulation testers: The Fluke 1587 is an example of a tool that

combines a digital insulation tester with a full-featured, true-rms digital
multimeter into a single, cost-effective unit.

Infrared cameras and thermometers: Rugged, handheld IR noncontact

cameras and thermometers quickly measure surface temperatures in hard-to-
reach or hazardous areas. Infrared cameras are ideal for quick inspection of
electrical panels in order to determine potential problem areas before further
testing and troubleshooting.

Correct testing sequence

Some tests will be carried out before the supply is connected, whilst others
cannot be performed until the installation is energized. The table shows the
correct sequence of testing to reduce the possibility of accidents to the

minimum.

Correct sequence for safe testing

BEFORE CONNECTION OF THE SUPPLY

1 Continuity of protective conductors

2 Main and supplementary bonding continuity

3 Continuity of ring final circuit conductors

4 Insulation resistance

5 Site applied insulation

6 Protection by separation

7 Protection by barriers and enclosures

8 Insulation of non-conducting floors and walls

9 Polarity

1
Earth electrode resistance if an earth electrode resistance tester is used
0

WITH THE SUPPLY CONNECTED

1 Earth electrode resistance if an earth-fault loop tester or the ammeter and

1 voltmeter method are used

1
Confirm correct polarity
2

1
Earth-fault loop impedance
3

1
Correct operation of residual current devices
4

1
Correct operation of switches and isolators
5