4.71. Switch off the supply the main switch.
3.
Remove the test link and record the results schedule test results such
as that given Appendix the IEE Regulations.
2. 14. Remove all lamps and appliances. the pin the right earth) and earth
at each socket outlet shown Fig.
5. Test between the centre pin any Edison screw lampholders and
any convenient earth connection. Test between the ‘common’ terminal and earth each switch
position.e.
6.7)
Low-voltage supplies having earthing arrangements which are indepen-
dent the supply cable are classified systems. For this type sup-
ply necessary sink earth electrode into the general mass earth,
which then forms part the earth return conjunction with RCD.
For satisfactory test result the ohmmeter continuity meter should read
very close zero for each test.
.
5 Testing earth electrode resistance (612. Fix temporary link between the line and earth connections the
consumer’s side the main switch.
Lights
Switches
Sockets
Link
L N
Tester
C
C
C
FIGURE 14. Test between the live pin (i.Electrical installations and wiring systems
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The test done with the supply disconnected using ohmmeter con-
tinuity tester follows:
1.71
Polarity test
