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MI 3152
EurotestXC 2,5 kV
MI 3152H
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Version 1.4.8, Code no. 20 752 411

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  • Page 1 EurotestXC MI 3152 EurotestXC 2,5 kV MI 3152H Instruction manual Version 1.4.8, Code no. 20 752 411...
  • Page 2 The trade names Metrel , Smartec , Eurotest , Auto Sequence are trademarks registered in Europe and other countries. No part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means without permission in writing from METREL.
  • Page 3 i. About the Instruction manual  This Instruction manual contains detailed information on the EurotestXC, its key features, functionalities and use.  It is intended for technically qualified personnel responsible for the product and its use.  Please note that LCD screenshots in this document may differ from the actual instrument screens in details due to firmware variations and modifications.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Table of contents Table of Contents General description ......................7 Warnings and notes ....................7 1.1.1 Safety warnings ....................... 7 1.1.2 Markings on the instrument ..................8 1.1.3 Warnings related to safety of batteries ..............8 1.1.4 Warnings related to safety of measurement functions ..........
  • Page 5 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Table of contents 4.8.6 Opening a Workspace ................... 47 4.8.7 Deleting a Workspace / Export ................47 4.8.8 Importing a Workspace ..................48 4.8.9 Exporting a Workspace ..................49 Memory Organizer ......................50 Memory Organizer menu ................... 50 5.1.1 Measurement statuses ..................
  • Page 6 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Table of contents 7.24 llumination ....................... 147 AUTO TT – Auto test for TT earthing system ............149 7.25 AUTO TN (RCD) – Auto test for TN earthing system with RCD ....... 151 7.26 AUTO TN – Auto test for TN earthing system without RCD ........153 7.27 AUTO IT –...
  • Page 7 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Table of contents 12.18.2 Voltage ......................186 12.18.3 Frequency ....................... 186 12.18.4 Online terminal voltage monitor ............... 186 12.19 Currents ........................187 12.20 Power ........................188 12.21 Harmonics ....................... 188 12.22 Varistor test ......................189 12.23 ISFL –...

  • Page 8: General Description

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) General description 1 General description Warnings and notes Read before use 1.1.1 Safety warnings In order to reach high level of operator safety while carrying out various measurements using the EurotestXC instrument, as well as to keep the test equipment undamaged, it is necessary to consider the following general warnings: ...

  • Page 9: Markings On The Instrument

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) General description  The instrument comes supplied with rechargeable Ni-MH battery cells. The cells should only be replaced with the same type as defined on the battery compartment label or as described in this manual. Do not use standard alkaline battery cells while the power supply adapter is connected, otherwise they may explode! ...

  • Page 10: Notes Related To Measurement Functions

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) General description 1.1.5 Notes related to measurement functions Insulation resistance  The measuring range is decreased if using Plug commander.  If a voltage of higher than 30 V (AC or DC) is detected between test terminals, the measurement will not be performed.
  • Page 11 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) General description  Trip out time measurement for B and B+ type RCDs in AUTO function is made with sine- wave test current, while trip-out current measurement is made with d.c. test current (MI 3152 only). Z loop, Zs rcd ...
  • Page 12 METREL assumes no responsibility for any Auto Sequence® by any means. It is the user’s responsibility, to check adequacy for the purpose of use of the selected Auto Sequence®.

  • Page 13: Testing Potential On Pe Terminal

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) General description Testing potential on PE terminal In certain instances faults on the installation's PE wire or any other accessible metal bonding parts can become exposed to live voltage. This is a very dangerous situation since the parts connected to the earthing system are considered to be free of potential.
  • Page 14 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) General description Test procedure  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Connect test leads to the object under test, see Figure 1.1 and Figure 1.2.  Touch test probe for at least 2 seconds. If PE terminal is connected to phase voltage the warning message is displayed, display is yellow coloured, instrument buzzer is activated and further measurements are disabled in RCD tests, Rpe, Z loop, Zs rcd, Z auto, AUTO TT, AUTO TN, AUTO TN (rcd)

  • Page 15: Battery And Charging

    2100 mAh or above.  Unpredictable chemical processes can occur during the charging of battery cells that have been left unused for a longer period (more than 6 months). In this case METREL recommends repeating the charge/discharge cycle at least 2-4 times. ...

  • Page 16: Standards Applied

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) General description Standards applied The EurotestXC instruments are manufactured and tested in accordance with the following regulations: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) EN 61326-1 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use – EMC requirements Class B (Hand-held equipment used in controlled EM environments) Safety (LVD) EN 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and...

  • Page 17: Instrument Set And Accessories

    Set of Ni-MH battery cells  Power supply adapter  CD with instruction manual, “Guide for testing and verification of low voltage installations” handbook and PC software Metrel ES Manager.  Short instruction manual  Calibration Certificate Standard set MI 3152H EurotestXC 2,5 kV ...

  • Page 18: Instrument Description

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument description 3 Instrument description Front panel Figure 3.1: Front panel 4,3“ COLOR TFT DISPLAY WITH TOUCH SCREEN SAVE key Stores actual measurement result(s) CURSOR keys Navigate in menus RUN key Start / stop selected measurement. Enter selected menu or option.

  • Page 19: Connector Panel

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument description Connector panel Figure 3.2: Connector panel Charger socket USB communication port Communication with PC USB (2.0) port PS/2 communication port Communication with PC RS232 serial port Connection to optional measuring adapters Connection to barcode / RFID reader C1 inputs Current clamp measuring input Test connector...

  • Page 20: Back Side

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument description Back side Figure 3.3: Back view Battery / fuse compartment cover Fixing screws for battery / fuse compartment cover Back panel information label Figure 3.4: Battery and fuse compartment...
  • Page 21 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument description Fuse F1 M 315 mA / 250 V Fuses F2 and F3 F 4 A / 500 V (breaking capacity 50 kA) Serial number label Battery cells Size AA, alkaline / rechargeable NiMH Figure 3.5: Bottom view Bottom information label Neck belt openings...

  • Page 22: Carrying The Instrument

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument description Carrying the instrument With the neck-carrying belt supplied in standard set, various possibilities of carrying the instrument are available. Operator can choose appropriate one on basis of his operation, see the following examples: The instrument hangs around operator’s neck only –...
  • Page 23 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument description Figure 3.7: Alternative method Please perform a periodical check of the attachment.

  • Page 24: Instrument Operation

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation 4 Instrument operation The EurotestXC instrument can be manipulated via a keypad or touch screen. General meaning of keys Cursor keys are used to:  select appropriate option. Run key is used to: ...

  • Page 25: General Meaning Of Touch Gestures

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation General meaning of touch gestures Tap (briefly touch surface with fingertip) is used to:  select appropriate option;  confirm selected option;  start and stop measurements. Swipe (press, move, lift) up / down is used to: ...

  • Page 26: Virtual Keyboard

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Virtual keyboard Figure 4.1: Virtual keyboard Toggle case between lowercase and uppercase. Active only when alphabetic characters keyboard layout selected. Backspace Clears last character or all characters if selected. (If held for 2 s, all characters are selected). Enter confirms new text.

  • Page 27: Display And Sound

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Display and sound 4.4.1 Terminal voltage monitor The terminal voltage monitor displays on-line the voltages on the test terminals and information about active test terminals in the a.c. installation measuring mode. Online voltages are displayed together with test terminal indication. All three test terminals are used for selected measurement.

  • Page 28: Battery Indication

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation 4.4.2 Battery indication The battery indication indicates the charge condition of battery and connection of external charger. Battery capacity indication. Battery is in good condition. Battery is full. Low battery. Battery is too weak to guarantee correct result. Replace or recharge the battery cells.
  • Page 29 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Instrument is overheated. The measurement is prohibited until the temperature decreases under the allowed limit. High electrical noise was detected during measurement. Results may be impaired. Indication of noise voltage above 5 V between H and E terminals during earth resistance measurement.

  • Page 30: Result Indication

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation 4.4.4 Result indication Measurement result is inside pre-set limits (PASS). Measurement result is out of pre-set limits (FAIL). Measurement is aborted. Consider displayed warnings and messages. RCD t and RCD I measurements will only be performed if the contact voltage in the pre-test at nominal differential current is lower than the set contact voltage limit! 4.4.5 Auto Sequence®...

  • Page 31: Instruments Main Menu

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Instruments main menu From the Main menu different main operation menus can be selected. Figure 4.2: Main menu Options Single Tests Menu with single tests, see chapter 6 Single tests. Auto Sequences® Menu with customized test sequences, see chapter 8 Auto Sequences®.

  • Page 32: General Settings

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation General Settings In the General settings menu general parameters and settings of the instrument can be viewed or set. Figure 4.3: General settings menu Options Language Instrument language selection. Power Save Brightness of LCD, enabling/disabling Bluetooth communication. Date /Time Instruments Date and time.

  • Page 33: Language

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Initial Settings Factory settings. About Instrument info. 4.6.1 Language In this menu the language of the instrument can be set. Figure 4.4: Language menu 4.6.2 Power Save In this menu different options for decreasing power consumption can be set. Figure 4.5: Power save menu Brightness Setting level of LCD brightness level.

  • Page 34: User Accounts

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Figure 4.6: Setting date and time Note  If the batteries are removed the set date and time will be lost. 4.6.4 User accounts The demand to sign in can prevent from unauthorized persons to work with the instrument. In this menu user accounts can be managed: ...
  • Page 35 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Options User signing in The user should be selected first. The last used user is displayed in the first row. Sign in with selected user name. Enter the password and confirm. The user password consists of an up to 4 digit number. Administrator signing in The Account manager menu is accessed by selecting Account manager in Sign in menu or User profile menu.
  • Page 36 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation 4.6.4.2 Changing user password, signing out Figure 4.8: User profile menu Options Signs out the set user. Enters procedure for changing the user’s password. The user can change its password. The actual password must be entered first followed by the new password.
  • Page 37 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation The account manager password must be entered and confirmed first. The default password is ADMIN. Field for setting if signing in is required to work with the instrument. Field for setting if signing is required once or at each power on of the instrument.

  • Page 38: Settings

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation In the Add New window the name and password of the new user are to be set. ‘Add’ confirms the new user data. Changes password of the selected user account. Deletes all user accounts. Deletes the selected user.
  • Page 39 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation protective circuit breakers (fuses, over-current breaking devices, RCDs). The value should be set according to local regulative. Length Unit [m, ft] Length unit for specific earth resistance measurement. Ch1 clamp type [A 1018, A 1019, A1391] Model of current clamp adaptor.
  • Page 40 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation ½I 2I 5I N N N N  120 V  800 ms > 800 ms   TN / IT  230 V  400 ms > 400 ms   < 150 ms <...

  • Page 41: Devices

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation 4.6.6 Devices In this menu operation with external devices is configured. Figure 4.12: Device settings menu Reading devices Type Sets appropriate reading device (QR or barcode scanner). Port Sets communication port of selected reading device. Bluetooth device Goes to menu for pairing with selected Bluetooth device.

  • Page 42: About

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Note Following customized settings will stay:  profile settings,  Data in memory (Data in memory organizer, Workspaces and Auto Sequences) and  user accounts. 4.6.8 About In this menu instrument data (name, serial number, FW / HW versions, fuse version and date of calibration) can be viewed.

  • Page 43: Instrument Profiles

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Instrument profiles In this menu the instrument profile can be selected from the available ones. Figure 4.15: Instrument profiles menu The instrument uses different specific system and measuring settings in regard to the scope of work or country it is used.

  • Page 44: Workspace Manager Menu

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Workspace Manager menu The Workspace Manager is intended to manage with different Workspaces and Exports that are stored into internal data memory. 4.8.1 Workspaces and Exports The works with MI 3152(H) EurotestXC can be organized and structured with help of Workspaces and Exports.

  • Page 45: Operations With Workspaces

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation 4.8.3 Operations with Workspaces Only one Workspace can be opened in the instrument at the same time. The Workspace selected in the Workspace Manager will be opened in the Memory Organizer. Figure 4.17: Workspaces menu Options Marks the opened Workspace in Memory Organizer.
  • Page 46 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Options Deletes the selected Export. Refer to chapter 4.8.7 Deleting a Workspace / Export for more information. Imports a new Workspace from Export. Refer to 4.8.8 Importing a Workspace for more information. Opens more options in control panel / expands column.

  • Page 47: Adding A New Workspace

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation 4.8.5 Adding a new Workspace Procedure  New Workspaces can be added from the Workspace Manager screen.  Enters option for adding a new Workspace. Keypad for entering name of a new Workspace is displayed after selecting New.

  • Page 48: Opening A Workspace

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation 4.8.6 Opening a Workspace Procedure  Workspace can be selected from a list in Workspace manager screen.  Opens a Workspace in Workspace manager. The opened Workspace is marked with a blue dot. The previously opened Workspace will close automatically.

  • Page 49: Importing A Workspace

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation Before deleting the selected Workspace / Export the user is asked for confirmation.  Workspace / Export is removed from the Workspace / Export list. 4.8.8 Importing a Workspace  Select an Export file to be imported from Workspace manager Export list.

  • Page 50: Exporting A Workspace

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Instrument operation 4.8.9 Exporting a Workspace  Select a Workspace from Workspace manager list to be exported to an Export file.  Enters option Export. Before exporting the selected Workspace the user is asked for confirmation. ...

  • Page 51: Memory Organizer

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5 Memory Organizer Memory Organizer is a tool for storing and working with test data. Memory Organizer menu The data is organized in a tree structure with Structure objects and Measurements. EurotestXC instrument has a multi-level structure. The hierarchy of Structure objects in the tree is shown on Figure 5.1.

  • Page 52: Structure Objects

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer finished single test with test results and no status empty single test without test results Overall statuses of Auto Sequences® at least one single test in the Auto Sequence® passed and no single test failed at least one single test in the Auto Sequence®...

  • Page 53: Selecting An Active Workspace In Memory Organizer

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer Options There are no measurement results under selected structure object. Measurements should be made. One or more measurement result(s) under selected structure object has failed. Not all measurements under selected structure object have been made yet.

  • Page 54: Adding Nodes In Memory Organizer

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer Press the active Workspace in Memory  Organizer Menu.  Select List of Workspaces in Control panel. Choose desired Workspace from a list of  Workspaces.  Use Select button to confirm selection New Workspace is selected and displayed on ...

  • Page 55: Operations In Tree Menu

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer Select Add New Structure Element in Control  panel. Change name of the Node if necessary and  press Add to confirm.  New Structure Element (Node) will be added. 5.1.5 Operations in Tree menu In the Memory organizer different actions can be taken with help of the control panel at the right side of the display.
  • Page 56 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer Saves a measurement. Saving of measurement on a position after the selected (empty or finished) measurement. Clones the measurement. The selected measurement can be copied as an empty measurement under the same Structure object. Refer to chapter 5.1.5.7 Clone a measurement for more information.
  • Page 57 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer View / edit parameters and attachments. Parameters and attachments of the Structure object can be viewed or edited. Refer to chapter 5.1.5.3 View / Edit parameters and attachments of a Structure object for more information. Adds a new measurement.
  • Page 58 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.3 View / Edit parameters and attachments of a Structure object The parameters and their content are displayed in this menu. To edit the selected parameter, tap on it or press the key to enter menu for editing parameters. Procedure ...
  • Page 59 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer Attachments  The name of attachment can be seen. Operation with attachments is not supported in the instrument.  Select Comments in Control panel.  View or edit comments Complete comment (if exists) attached to the structure object can be seen on this screen.
  • Page 60 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.4 Add a new Structure Object This menu is intended to add new structure objects in the tree menu. A new structure object can be selected and then added in the tree menu. Procedure ...
  • Page 61 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer  Parameters of the Structure object can be edited.  Adds the selected structure object in the tree menu. Returns to the tree menu without changes.  New object added.
  • Page 62 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.5 Add a new measurement In this menu new empty measurements can be set and then added in the structure tree. The type of measurement, measurement function and its parameters are first selected and then added under the selected Structure object.
  • Page 63 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer Select parameter and modify it as described earlier. Refer to chapter 6.1.2 Setting parameters and limits of single tests for more information.  Adds the measurement under the selected Structure object in the tree menu.
  • Page 64 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.6 Clone a Structure object In this menu selected structure object can be copied (cloned) to same level in the structure tree. Cloned structure object has the same name as the original. Procedure ...
  • Page 65 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.7 Clone a measurement By using this function a selected empty or finished measurement can be copied (cloned) as an empty measurement to the same level in the structure tree. Procedure  Select the measurement to be cloned. ...
  • Page 66 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.8 Copy & Paste a Structure object In this menu selected Structure object can be copied and pasted to any allowed location in the structure tree. Procedure  Select the structure object to be copied. ...
  • Page 67 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer  The new structure object is displayed. Note The Paste command can be executed one or more times. 5.1.5.9 Cloning and Pasting sub-elements of selected structure object When structure object is selected to be cloned, or copied & pasted, additional selection of its sub-elements is needed.
  • Page 68 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.10 Copy & Paste a measurement In this menu selected measurement can be copied to any allowed location in the structure tree. Procedure  Select the measurement to be copied.  Select Copy in Control panel. ...
  • Page 69 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.11 Delete a Structure object In this menu selected Structure object can be deleted. Procedure  Select the structure object to be deleted.  Select Delete in Control panel.  A confirmation window will appear. Selected structure object and its sub- elements are removed.
  • Page 70 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.12 Delete a measurement In this menu selected measurement can be deleted. Procedure  Select a measurement to be deleted.  Select Delete in Control panel.  A confirmation window will appear. Selected measurement is deleted. Returns to the tree menu without changes.
  • Page 71 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.13 Rename a Structure object In this menu selected Structure object can be renamed. Procedure  Select the structure object to be renamed.  Select Rename in Control panel.  Virtual keypad will appear on screen. Enter new text and confirm.
  • Page 72 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer 5.1.5.14 Recall and Retest selected measurement Procedure  Select the measurement to be recalled.  Select Recall results in Control panel.  Measurement is recalled.  Parameters and limits can be viewed but cannot be edited. ...

  • Page 73: Searching In Memory Organizer

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer  Parameters and limits can be viewed and edited.  Select Run in Control panel to retest the measurement.  Results / sub-results after re-run of recalled measurement.  Select Save results in Control panel. ...
  • Page 74 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer Procedure  Search function is available from the active workspace directory line.  Select Search in control panel to open Search setup menu.  The parameter that can be searched for is displayed in the search setup menu. Name is referred to all structure objects.
  • Page 75 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Memory Organizer Searches through the Memory Organizer  for objects according to the set filter. The results are shown in the Search results screen presented on Figure 5.7. Figure 5.7: Search results screen (left), structure object selected (right) Options Next page (if available).

  • Page 76: Single Tests

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests 6 Single tests Single tests can be selected in the main Single tests menu or in Memory organizer main menu and sub-menus. Selection modes In Single tests main menu four modes for selecting single tests are available. Options Area Group With help of area groups it is possible to limit...

  • Page 77: Single Test (Measurement) Screens

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests Cross selector This selection mode is the fastest for working with the keypad. Groups of single tests are organized in a row. For the selected group all single tests are displayed and easy accessible with up /down keys.
  • Page 78 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests Single test screen organization Header line:  ESC touch key  function name  battery status  real time clock Control panel (available options) Parameters (white) and limits (red) Result field:  main result(s) ...

  • Page 79: Setting Parameters And Limits Of Single Tests

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests 6.1.2 Setting parameters and limits of single tests Procedure  Select the test or measurement. The test can be entered from:  Single tests menu or  Memory organizer menu once the empty measurement was created in selected object structure.

  • Page 80: Single Test Start Screen

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests  Accepts the new parameters and limit values and exits. 6.1.3 Single test start screen Figure 6.2: Single test start screen, example of insulation resistance measurement Options (before test, screen was opened in Memory organizer or Single test main menu) Starts the measurement.

  • Page 81: Single Test Screen During Test

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests 6.1.4 Single test screen during test Figure 6.3: Single test is running, example of insulation resistance continuous measurement Operations when test is running Stops the single test measurement. Proceeds to next step of the measurement (if measurement consists of more steps). Previous value.

  • Page 82: Single Test Result Screen

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests 6.1.5 Single test result screen Figure 6.4: Single test results screen, example of insulation resistance measurement results Options (after measurement is finished) Starts a new measurement. Starts a new continuous measurement (if applicable long on selected single test).
  • Page 83 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests An already carried out measurement was selected in structure tree, viewed and then restarted:  a new measurement will be saved under the selected Structure object. Opens help screens. Opens screen for changing parameters and limits. Refer to chapter 6.1.2 Setting parameters and limits of single tests for more information.

  • Page 84: Editing Graphs (Harmonics)

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests 6.1.6 Editing graphs (Harmonics) Figure 6.5: Example of Harmonics measurement results Options for editing graphs (start screen or after measurement is finished) Plot edit Opens control panel for editing graphs. Increase scale factor for y-axis. Decrease scale factor for y-axis.
  • Page 85 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests Options Retest Enters starting screen for a new measurement. Refer to chapter 6.1.3 Single test start screen for more information. Opens menu for viewing parameters and limits. Refer to chapter 6.1.2 Setting parameters and limits of single tests for more information.

  • Page 86: Single Test (Inspection) Screens

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests 6.1.8 Single test (inspection) screens Visual and Functional inspections can be treated as a special class of tests. Items to be visually or functionally checked are displayed. In addition on-line statuses and other information are displayed.
  • Page 87 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests 6.1.8.2 Single test (Inspection) screen during test Figure 6.9: Inspection screen (during inspection) Options (during test) Selects item. Stops the inspection. Applies a pass to the selected item or group of items. Applies a fail to the selected item or group of items. Clears status in selected item or group of items Applies checked status to selected item or group of items.
  • Page 88 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests  The child item(s) will automatically get a status on base of status in the parent item. All child items will get the same status as applied to the parent item.  Note ...
  • Page 89 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests 6.1.8.4 Single test (inspection) memory screen Figure 6.11: Inspection memory screen Options Retest Enters screen with “empty” measurement. Enters view mode.

  • Page 90: Help Screens

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Single tests 6.1.9 Help screens Help screens contain diagrams for proper connection of the instrument. Figure 6.12: Examples of help screens Options Opens help screen. Goes to previous / next help screen. Back to test / measurement menu.

  • Page 91: Tests And Measurements

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements 7 Tests and measurements See chapter 6.1 Selection modes for instructions on keys and touch screen functionality. Voltage, frequency and phase sequence Figure 7.1: Voltage measurement menu Measurement parameters System Voltage system [-, 1-phase,3-phase] Limit type Type of limit [Voltage, %] Earthing system...
  • Page 92 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement limits for IT earthing system: 7,9) Min. voltage [0 V … 499 V] Low limit U12 7,9) Max. voltage [0 V … 499 V] High limit U12 Min. voltage [-20% … 20%] Low limit U12 Max.

  • Page 93: Frequency

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements  Stop the measurement.  Save results (optional). Figure 7.4: Example of Voltage measurement in single-phase system Figure 7.5: Examples of Voltage measurement in three-phase system Measurement results / sub-results Single-phase TN/TT system voltage between phase and neutral conductors Ulpe voltage between phase and protective conductors...

  • Page 94: R Iso - Insulation Resistance

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements R iso – Insulation resistance Figure 7.6: Insulation resistance measurement menu Measurement parameters / limits Uiso Nominal test voltage [50 V, 100 V, 250 V, 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V Type of test [-, L/PE, L/N, N/PE, L/L, L1/L2, L1/L3, L2/L3, L1/N, Type Riso L2/N, L3/N, L1/PE, L2/PE, L3/PE] Limit(Riso)
  • Page 95 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the R iso function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Disconnect tested installation from mains supply and discharge installation as required.  Connect test cable to the instrument. ...

  • Page 96: The Dar And Pi Diagnostic (Mi 3152H Only)

    ������ ���� = �� ( 1 min ) ������ For additional information regarding PI and DAR diagnostic, please refer to Metrel’s handbook Modern insulation testing. Figure 7.10: Diagnostic test menu Measurement parameters / limits Uiso Nominal test voltage [500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V] Connection diagrams ≤...
  • Page 97 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Figure 7.12: Connection of 2.5 kV test lead (U = 2.5 kV) Measurement procedure  Enter the Diagnostic test function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Disconnect tested installation from mains supply and discharge installation as required. ...

  • Page 98: Varistor Test

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Varistor test Figure 7.14: Varistor test main menu Measurement parameters / limits I lim Current limit [1.0 mA] System System [-, TT, TN, TN-C, TN-S] Range Test voltage range [1000 V, 2500 V*] Low limit (Uac) Low breakdown limit value @ 1000 V range [Off, 50 V …...
  • Page 99 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the Varistor test function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Connect test leads to object under test (see Figure 7.15 and Figure 7.16). Different test cable must be used for testing with MI 3152 where end voltage is 1000 V and MI 3152H where end voltage is 2500 V.

  • Page 100: R Low - Resistance Of Earth Connection And Equipotential Bonding

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements R low – Resistance of earth connection and equipotential bonding Figure 7.18: R low measurement menu Measurement parameters / limits Output [LN, LPE] Bonding [Rpe, Local] Max. resistance [Off, 0.05 Ω ... 20.0 Ω] Limit(R) R low measurement depends on Output parameter setting, see table below.
  • Page 101 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the R low function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Compensate the test leads resistance if necessary, see section 7.6.1 Compensation of test leads resistance.

  • Page 102: Continuity - Continuous Resistance Measurement With Low Current

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Continuity – Continuous resistance measurement with low current Figure 7.21: Continuity resistance measurement menu Measurement parameters / limits Sound [On*, Off] Max. resistance [Off, 0.1 Ω ... 20.0 Ω] Limit(R) *Instrument sounds if resistance is lower than the set limit value. Connection diagrams Figure 7.22: Tip commander and 3-wire test lead applications Measurement procedure...

  • Page 103: Compensation Of Test Leads Resistance

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements  Compensate the test leads resistance if necessary, see section 7.6.1 Compensation of test leads resistance.  Disconnect device under test from mains supply and discharge it as required.  Connect test leads to device under test, see Figure 7.22. ...
  • Page 104 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Compensation of test leads resistance procedure  Enter R low or Continuity function.  Connect test cable to the instrument and short the test leads together, see Figure 7.24.  Touch the key to compensate leads resistance.

  • Page 105: Testing Rcds

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Testing RCDs Various test and measurements are required for verification of RCD(s) in RCD protected installations. Measurements are based on the EN 61557-6 standard. The following measurements and tests (sub-functions) can be performed: ...

  • Page 106: Rcd Uc - Contact Voltage

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Parameter is available only when parameter Use is set to other (for Electrical Vehicle (EV) RCDs and Mobile installations (MI) RCDs). With Plug test cable or Plug commander RCD tests are measured in the same way regardless of the setting.

  • Page 107: Rcd T - Trip-Out Time

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Fault Loop resistance is indicative and calculated from Uc result (without additional proportional �� �� factors) according to: �� �� �� ∆�� Figure 7.28: Examples of Contact voltage measurement result Test result / sub-results Contact voltage Calculated fault loop resistance 7.7.2 RCD t –...

  • Page 108: Rcd I - Trip-Out Current

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements 7.7.3 RCD I – Trip-out current The instrument increases the test current in small steps through appropriate range as follows: Slope range RCD type Waveform Notes Start value End value AC, EV, MI (a.c. part) Sine 0.2I 1.1I...

  • Page 109: Rcd Auto - Rcd Auto Test

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements RCD Auto – RCD Auto test RCD Auto test function performs a complete RCD test (trip-out time at different residual currents, trip-out current and contact voltage) in one set of automatic tests, guided by the instrument.
  • Page 110 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Figure 7.31: Example of individual steps in RCD Auto test...
  • Page 111 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Test results / sub-results t I∆N x1, (+) Step 1 trip-out time (I , (+) positive polarity)  N t I∆N x1, (-) Step 2 trip-out time (I , (-) negative polarity) ...

  • Page 112: Z Loop - Fault Loop Impedance And Prospective Fault Current

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Z loop – Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current Figure 7.32: Z loop menu Measurement parameters / limits Fuse Type Selection of fuse type [Off, gG, NV, B, C, D, K, Custom] Fuse I Rated current of selected fuse Fuse t...
  • Page 113 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the Z loop function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Connect test leads or Plug commander to the object under test, see Figure 7.33.

  • Page 114: Zs Rcd - Fault Loop Impedance And Prospective Fault Current In System With Rcd

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Zs rcd – Fault loop impedance and prospective fault 7.10 current in system with RCD Zs rcd measurement prevents trip-out of the RCD in systems with the RCD. Figure 7.35: Zs rcd menu Measurement parameters / limits Measurement parameters / limits Protection...
  • Page 115 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Connection diagram Figure 7.36: Connection of Plug commander and 3-wire test lead Measurement procedure  Enter the Zs rcd function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument. ...
  • Page 116 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Prospective fault current I is calculated from measured impedance as follows:   where: ..Nominal U voltage (see table below), L-PE ..Correction factor (Isc factor) for I Refer to chapter 4.6.5 Settings for more information.

  • Page 117: Z Loop M - High Precision Fault Loop Impedance And Prospective Fault Current

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Z loop m – High precision fault loop impedance and 7.11 prospective fault current Figure 7.38: Z loop mΩ menu Measurement parameters / limits Fuse Type Selection of fuse type [Off, gG, NV, B, C, D, K, Custom] Fuse I Rated current of selected fuse Fuse t...
  • Page 118 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Figure 7.40: Contact voltage measurement – Connection of A 1143 Measurement procedure  Enter the Z loop m function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test leads to A 1143 – Euro Z 290 A adapter and switch it on. ...
  • Page 119 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Standard prospective fault current I is calculated as follows: 230 �� �� = 230 �� ± 10 % �� where ��−���� ������ �� The prospective fault currents I and I are calculated as follows: = √...

  • Page 120: Z Line - Line Impedance And Prospective Short-Circuit Current

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Z line – Line impedance and prospective short-circuit 7.12 current Figure 7.42: Z line measurement menu Measurement parameters / limits Fuse Type Selection of fuse type [Off, gG, NV, B, C, D, K, Custom] Fuse I Rated current of selected fuse Fuse t...
  • Page 121 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the Z line function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Connect test leads or Plug commander to the object under test, see Figure 7.43.
  • Page 122 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements The prospective short-circuit currents I and I are calculated as Min2p Min3p Max2p Max3p follows: �� = √ (1.5 × �� + �� �� �� ( ��−�� ) ℎ���� (��−��) (��−��) ������ ��(��−��) ��...

  • Page 123: Z Line M - High Precision Line Impedance And Prospective Short-Circuit Current

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Z line m – High precision line impedance and 7.13 prospective short-circuit current Figure 7.45: Z line mΩ menu Measurement parameters / limits Fuse Type Selection of fuse type [Off, gG, NV, B, C, D, K, Custom] Fuse I Rated current of selected fuse Fuse t...
  • Page 124 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the Z line m function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test leads to A 1143 – Euro Z 290 A adapter and switch it on. ...
  • Page 125 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements The prospective short-circuit currents I and I are calculated as Min2p Min3p Max2p Max3p follows: �� = √ (1.5 × �� + �� �� �� ( ��−�� ) ℎ���� (��−��) (��−��) ������ ��(��−��) ��...

  • Page 126: Voltage Drop

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Voltage Drop 7.14 The voltage drop is calculated based on the difference of line impedance at connection points (sockets) and the line impedance at the reference point (usually the impedance at the switchboard).
  • Page 127 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure STEP 1: Measuring the impedance Zref at origin  Enter the Voltage Drop function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Connect test leads to the origin of electrical installation, see Figure 7.49.
  • Page 128 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement results / sub-results ΔU Voltage drop Ipsc Prospective short-circuit current Voltage L-N Zref Reference line impedance Line impedance Voltage drop is calculated as follows:        where: ΔU Calculated Voltage drop...

  • Page 129: Earth - Earth Resistance (3-Wire Test)

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Earth – Earth resistance (3-wire test) 7.15 Figure 7.52: Earth menu Measurement parameters / limits Maximum resistance [Off, 1  ... 5 k] Limit(Re) Connection diagrams Figure 7.53: Resistance to earth, measurement of main installation earthing Figure 7.54: Resistance to earth, measurement of a lighting protection system...
  • Page 130 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the Earth function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Connect test leads to the object under test, see Figure 7.53 and Figure 7.54. ...

  • Page 131: Earth 2 Clamp - Contactless Earthing Resistance Measurement (With Two Current Clamps)

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Earth 2 clamp – Contactless earthing resistance 7.16 measurement (with two current clamps) Figure 7.56: Earth 2 clamps menu Measurement parameters / limits Maximum resistance [Off, 1  ... 30 ] Limit(Re) Connection diagram Figure 7.57: Contactless earthing resistance measurement Measurement procedure...
  • Page 132 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Figure 7.58: Examples of Contactless earthing resistance measurement result Measurement results / sub-results Earth resistance...

  • Page 133: Ro - Specific Earth Resistance

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Ro – Specific earth resistance 7.17 Figure 7.59: Earth Ro menu Measurement parameters / limits Length Unit Length Unit [m, ft] Distance Distance between probes [0.1 m ... 29.9 m] or [1 ft ... 100 ft] Connection diagram Figure 7.60: Specific earth resistance measurement Measurement procedure...
  • Page 134 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Figure 7.61: Example of Specific earth resistance measurement result Measurement results / sub-results  Specific earth resistance Resistance of H, E (current) probe Resistance of S, ES (potential) probe...

  • Page 135: Power

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Power 7.18 Figure 7.62: Power menu Measurement parameters / limits Ch1 clamp type Current clamp adapter [A1018, A1019, A1391] Range Range for selected current clamp adapter A1018 [20 A] A1019 [20 A] A1391 [40 A, 300 A] Connection diagram Figure 7.63: Power measurement...
  • Page 136 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Figure 7.64: Example of Power measurement result Measurement results / sub-results Active power Apparent power Reactive power (capacitive or inductive) Power factor (capacitive or inductive) THDu Voltage total harmonic distortion...

  • Page 137: Harmonics

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Harmonics 7.19 Figure 7.65: Harmonics menu Measurement parameters / limits Ch1 clamp type Current clamp adapter [A1018, A1019, A1391] Range Range for selected current clamp adapter A1018 [20 A] A1019 [20 A] A1391 [40 A, 300 A] Limit(THDu) Max.
  • Page 138 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Figure 7.67: Examples of Harmonics measurement results Measurement results / sub-results U:h(i) TRMS voltage of selected harmonic [h0 ... h11] I:h(i) TRMS current of selected harmonic [h0 ... h11] THDu Voltage total harmonic distortion THDi Current total harmonic distortion...

  • Page 139: Currents

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Currents 7.20 Figure 7.68: Current menu Measurement parameters / limits Ch1 clamp type Current clamp adapter [A1018, A1019, A1391] Range Range for selected current clamp adapter A1018 [20 A] A1019 [20 A] A1391 [40 A, 300 A] Limit(I1) Max.
  • Page 140 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Figure 7.70: Examples of Current measurement result Measurement results / sub-results PE leakage or load current...

  • Page 141: Isfl - First Fault Leakage Current (Mi 3152 Only)

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements ISFL – First fault leakage current (MI 3152 only) 7.21 Figure 7.71: ISFL measurement menu Measurement parameters / limits Imax(Isc1, Isc2) Maximum first fault leakage current [Off, 3.0 mA ... 19.5 mA] Connection diagrams Figure 7.72: Measurement of highest First fault leakage current with 3-wire test lead Figure 7.73: Measurement of First fault leakage current for RCD protected circuit with 3-...
  • Page 142 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the ISFL function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Connect test leads to the object under test, see Figure 7.72 and Figure 7.73. ...

  • Page 143: Imd - Testing Of Insulation Monitoring Devices (Mi 3152 Only)

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements IMD – Testing of insulation monitoring devices (MI 7.22 3152 only) This function checks the alarm threshold of insulation monitor devices (IMD) by applying a changeable resistance between L1/PE and L2/PE terminals. Figure 7.75: IMD test menu Test parameters / limits Test...
  • Page 144 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Test procedure (MANUAL R, MANUAL I)  Enter the IMD function.  Set test parameter to MANUAL R or MANUAL I. Set other test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument. ...
  • Page 145 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements  Insulation resistance between L2-PE is decreased automatically according to limit value every time interval selected with timer. To speed up the test press the keys until IMD alarms an insulation failure for L2. ...

  • Page 146: Rpe - Pe Conductor Resistance

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Rpe – PE conductor resistance 7.23 Figure 7.78: PE conductor resistance measurement menu Measurement parameters / limits Bonding [Rpe, Local] [Yes, No] Max. resistance [Off, 0.1  ... 20.0 ] Limit(Rpe) Connection diagram Figure 7.79: Connection of Plug commander and 3-wire test lead...
  • Page 147 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the Rpe function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Connect test leads or Plug commander to the object under test, see Figure 7.79. ...

  • Page 148: Llumination

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements llumination 7.24 Figure 7.81: Illumination measurement menu Measurement parameters / limits Limit(E) Minimum illumination [Off, 0.1 lux ... 20 klux] Probe positioning Figure 7.82: LUXmeter probe positioning Measurement procedure  Enter the Illumination function. ...

  • Page 149: Illumination

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Figure 7.83: Examples of Illumination measurement result Measurement results / sub-results Illumination...

  • Page 150: Auto Tt - Auto Test For Tt Earthing System

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements AUTO TT – Auto test for TT earthing system 7.25 Tests / measurements implemented in AUTO TT Voltage Z line Voltage Drop Zs rcd RCD Uc Figure 7.84: AUTO TT menu Measurement parameters / limits I ΔN Rated RCD residual current sensitivity [10 mA, 30 mA, 100 mA, 300 mA, 500 mA, 1000 mA]...
  • Page 151 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Connection diagram Figure 7.85: AUTO TT measurement Measurement procedure  Enter the AUTO TT function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Measure the impedance Zref at origin (optional), see chapter 7.14 Voltage Drop. ...

  • Page 152: Auto Tn (Rcd) - Auto Test For Tn Earthing System With Rcd

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements AUTO TN (RCD) – Auto test for TN earthing system 7.26 with RCD Tests / measurements implemented in AUTO TN (RCD) Voltage Z line Voltage Drop Zs rcd Rpe rcd Figure 7.87: AUTO TN (RCD) menu Measurement parameters / limits Fuse type Selection of fuse type [Off, gG, NV, B, C, D, K, Custom]...
  • Page 153 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Measurement procedure  Enter the AUTO TN (RCD) function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Measure the impedance Zref at origin (optional), see chapter 7.14 Voltage Drop  Connect test cable to the instrument. ...

  • Page 154: Auto Tn - Auto Test For Tn Earthing System Without Rcd

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements AUTO TN – Auto test for TN earthing system without 7.27 Tests / measurements implemented in AUTO TN Voltage Z line Voltage Drop Z loop Figure 7.90: AUTO TN menu Measurement parameters / limits Fuse type Selection of fuse type [Off, gG, NV, B, C, D, K, Custom] Fuse I...
  • Page 155 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Connection diagram Figure 7.91: AUTO TN measurement Measurement procedure  Enter the AUTO TN function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Measure the impedance Zref at origin (optional), see chapter 7.14 Voltage Drop. ...

  • Page 156: Auto It - Auto Test For It Earthing System (Mi 3152 Only)

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements AUTO IT – Auto test for IT earthing system 7.28 (MI 3152 only) Tests / measurements implemented in AUTO IT Voltage Z line Voltage Drop ISFL Figure 7.93: AUTO IT menu Measurement parameters / limits Fuse type Selection of fuse type [Off, gG, NV, B, C, D, K, Custom] Fuse I...
  • Page 157 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Connection diagram Figure 7.94: AUTO IT measurement Measurement procedure  Enter the AUTO IT function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Measure the impedance Zref at origin (optional), see chapter 7.14 Voltage Drop. ...

  • Page 158: Z Auto - Auto Test For Fast Line And Loop Testing

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Z auto - Auto test for fast line and loop testing 7.29 Tests / measurements implemented in Z auto test sequence Voltage Z line Voltage Drop Zs rcd Figure 7.96: Z auto menu Measurement parameters / limits Protection Protection type [TN, TNrcd, TTrcd]...
  • Page 159 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Connection diagram Figure 7.97: Z auto measurement Measurement procedure  Enter the Z auto function.  Set test parameters / limits.  Measure the impedance Zref at origin (optional), see chapter 7.14 Voltage Drop. ...

  • Page 160: Locator

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Locator 7.30 This function is intended for tracing mains installation, like:  Tracing lines,  Finding shorts, breaks in lines,  Detecting fuses. The instrument generates test signals that can be traced with the handheld tracer receiver R10K.
  • Page 161 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Line tracing procedure  Select Locator function in Other menu.  Connect test cable to the instrument.  Connect test leads to the tested object (see Figure 7.100 and Figure 7.101).  Start the test.

  • Page 162: Functional Inspections

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Tests and measurements Functional inspections 7.31 Figure 7.103: Example of Functional inspection menu Inspection Figure 7.104: Functional inspection test circuit Functional inspection procedure  Select the appropriate Functional Inspection test from Function menu.  Start the inspection. ...

  • Page 163: Auto Sequences

     MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Auto Sequences 8 Auto Sequences® Pre-programmed sequences of measurements can be carried out in Auto Sequences® menu. The results of an Auto Sequence® can be stored in the memory together with all related information. Selection of Auto Sequences®...

  • Page 164: Searching In Auto Sequences® Menu

     MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Auto Sequences  It is not possible to add user defined Auto Sequences® to MI 3152 or MI 3152H. Only pre-programed / profile Auto Sequences® are available for these two instruments. 8.1.1 Searching in Auto Sequences® menu In Auto Sequences®...
  • Page 165  MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Auto Sequences Figure 8.2: Search results screen – Page view Options Next page (if available). Previous page (if available). Note  Search result page consist of up to 50 results. Figure 8.3: Search results screen with Auto Sequences® selected Options Goes to location in Auto Sequences®...

  • Page 166: Organization Of An Auto Sequence

     MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Auto Sequences Organization of an Auto Sequence® An Auto Sequence® is divided into three phases:  Before starting the first test the Auto Sequence® view menu is shown (unless it was started directly from the Main Auto Sequences® menu). Parameters and limits of individual measurements can be set in this menu.
  • Page 167  MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Auto Sequences 8.2.1.2 Auto Sequence® view menu (measurement is selected) Figure 8.5: Auto Sequence® view menu – measurement selected Options Selects single test. Opens menu for changing parameters and limits of selected measurements. Refer to chapter 6.1.2 Setting parameters and limits of single tests for more information how to change measurement parameters and limits.

  • Page 168: Step By Step Execution Of Auto Sequences

     MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Auto Sequences 8.2.1.3 Indication of Loops The attached ‘x3’ at the end of single test name indicates that a loop of single tests is programmed. This means that the marked single test will be carried out as many times as the number behind the ‘x’...

  • Page 169: Auto Sequence® Result Screen

     MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Auto Sequences Ends the Auto Sequence® and goes to Auto Sequence® result screen. Refer to chapter 8.2.3 Auto Sequence® result screen for more information. Exits the loop of single tests and proceeds to the next step in the test sequence.

  • Page 170: Auto Sequence® Memory Screen

     MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Auto Sequences user can select another Structure object or create a new Structure object. By in Memory organizer menu the Auto Sequence® is saved pressing under selected location. An empty measurement was selected in structure tree and started: ...
  • Page 171  MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Auto Sequences Figure 8.11: Auto Sequence® memory screen Options Retest the Auto Sequence®. Enters menu for a new Auto Sequence®. Enters menu for viewing details of the Auto Sequence®. Refer to chapter 8.2.3 Auto Sequence® result screen for more information.

  • Page 172: Communication

     Tree structure from Metrel ES Manager PC software can be uploaded to the instrument. Metrel ES Manager is a PC software running on Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10. There are three communication interfaces available on the instrument: RS-232, USB and Bluetooth.

  • Page 173: Bluetooth And Rs232 Communication With Scanners

    Some Android applications automatically carry out the setup of a Bluetooth connection.  It is preferred to use this option if it exists. This option is supported by Metrel's Android applications. If this option is not supported by the selected Android application then configure a ...

  • Page 174: Upgrading The Instrument

    The firmware upgrade requires internet access and can be carried out from the Metrel ES Manager software with a help of special upgrading software – FlashMe which will guide you through the...

  • Page 175: Maintenance

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Maintenance 11 Maintenance Unauthorized persons are not allowed to open the EurotestXC instrument. There are no user replaceable components inside the instrument, except the battery and fuses under back cover. Fuse replacement 11.1 There are three fuses under back cover of the EurotestXC instrument. M 0.315 A / 250 V, 205 mm This fuse protects internal circuitry for continuity functions if test probes are connected to the mains supply voltage by mistake during measurement.

  • Page 176: Periodic Calibration

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Maintenance Warnings!  Do not use liquids based on petrol or hydrocarbons!  Do not spill cleaning liquid over the instrument! Periodic calibration 11.3 It is essential that the test instrument is regularly calibrated in order that the technical specification listed in this manual is guaranteed.

  • Page 177: Technical Specifications

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12 Technical specifications R iso – Insulation resistance 12.1 Uiso: 50 V, 100 V and 250 V Riso – Insulation resistance Measuring range according to EN 61557 is 0.15 M … 199.9 M. Accuracy Measuring range (M) Resolution (M)

  • Page 178: Diagnostic Test (Mi 3152H Only)

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications Diagnostic test (MI 3152H only) 12.2 Uiso: 500V, 1000 V, 2500 V DAR – Dielectric absorption ratio Measuring range Resolution Accuracy (5 % of reading + 2 digits) 0.01 ... 9.99 0.01 (5 % of reading) 10.0 ...

  • Page 179: Rcd Testing

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications Test lead compensation ......up to 5  RCD testing 12.5 General data Nominal residual current (A,AC) ..... 10 mA, 30 mA, 100 mA, 300 mA, 500 mA, 1000 mA Nominal residual current accuracy ..-0 / +0.1I; I = IN, 2IN, 5IN -0.1I...

  • Page 180: Rcd T - Trip-Out Time

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications Uc – Contact voltage Measuring range (V) Resolution (V) Accuracy (-0 % / +15 %) of reading ± 0.0 ... 19.9 10 digits 20.0 ... 99.9 (-0 % / +15 %) of reading The accuracy is valid if mains voltage is stabile during the measurement and PE terminal is free of interfering voltages.

  • Page 181: Rcd Auto

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications Limit contact voltage (Uc, Uc I) .... 12 V, 25 V, 50 V The accuracy is valid if mains voltage is stabile during the measurement and PE terminal is free of interfering voltages. Specified accuracy is valid for complete operating range. Trip-out measurement is not available for I =1000 mA (RCD types B, B+).

  • Page 182: Zs Rcd - Fault Loop Impedance And Prospective Fault Current In System With Rcd

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications Zs rcd – Fault loop impedance and prospective fault 12.8 current in system with RCD Z – Fault loop impedance Measuring range according to EN 61557 is 0.46  ... 9.99 k for I test = standard and 0.48  ... 9.99 k...

  • Page 183: Z Line - Line Impedance And Prospective Short-Circuit Current

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12.10 Z line – Line impedance and prospective short-circuit current Z – Line impedance Measuring range according to EN 61557 is 0.25  ... 9.99 k. Accuracy Measuring range () Resolution () 0.00 ... 9.99 0.01 (5 % of reading + 5 digits) 10.0 ...

  • Page 184: Voltage Drop

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12.12 Voltage Drop ΔU – Voltage drop Measuring range (%) Resolution (%) Accuracy Consider accuracy of line 0.0 ... 99.9 impedance measurement(s)* Uln, Ipsc, Zref, Z Refer to chapter 12.10 Z line – Line impedance and prospective short-circuit current for technical specification.

  • Page 185: Rpe - Pe Conductor Resistance

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12.14 Rpe – PE conductor resistance RCD: No R – PE conductor resistance Accuracy Measuring range () Resolution () 0.00 ... 19.99 0.01 (5 % of reading + 5 digits) 20.0 ... 99.9 100.0 ...

  • Page 186: Earth 2 Clamp - Contactless Earthing Resistance Measurement (With Two Current Clamps)

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12.16 Earth 2 clamp – Contactless earthing resistance measurement (with two current clamps) Re – Earth resistance Accuracy Measuring range () Resolution () (10 % of reading + 10 digits) 0.00 ... 19.99 0.01 (20 % of reading) 20.0 ...

  • Page 187: Voltage, Frequency, And Phase Rotation

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications Rc and Rp values are indicative. Additional error: See Earth resistance three-wire method. 12.18 Voltage, frequency, and phase rotation 12.18.1 Phase rotation Nominal system voltage range ....100 V ... 550 V Nominal frequency range ....... 14 Hz ... 500 Hz Result displayed ........
  • Page 188 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12.19 Currents Instrument Maximum voltage on C1 measuring input ..3 V Nominal frequency .......... 0 Hz, 40 Hz ... 500 Hz Ch1 clamp type: A1018 Range: 20 A I1 – Current Measuring range (A) Resolution (A) Accuracy*...
  • Page 189 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12.20 Power Measurement characteristics Function symbols Class according to Measuring range IEC 61557-12 P – Active power 5 % ... 100 % I S – Apparent power 5 % ... 100 % I Q –...

  • Page 190: Varistor Test

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12.22 Varistor test Udc – DC Voltage Measuring range (V) Resolution (V) Accuracy 0 … 1000 (2500)* (3 % of reading + 3 digits) Uac – AC voltage Measuring range (V) Resolution (V) Accuracy 0 …...
  • Page 191 MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12.25 Illumination Illumination (A 1172) Specified accuracy is valid for complete operating range. Measuring range (lux) Resolution (lux) Accuracy (5 % of reading + 2 digits) 0.01 ... 19.99 0.01 20.0 ... 199.9 (5 % of reading) 200 ...

  • Page 192: General Data

    MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Technical specifications 12.27 General data Power supply ......... 6 x 1.2 V Ni-MH battery cells, size AA Operation ..........typical 9 h Charger socket input voltage ....12 V  10 % Charger socket input current ....1000 mA max. Battery charging current ......

  • Page 193: Appendix A - Profile Notes

    Appendix A – Profile notes MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Appendix A – Profile Notes Instrument supports working with multiple Profiles. This appendix contains collection of minor modifications related to particular country requirements. Some of the modifications mean modified listed function characteristics related to main chapters and others are additional functions.

  • Page 194: Profile Hungary (Profile Code Alad)

    Appendix B – Profile notes MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) A.2 Profile Hungary (profile code ALAD) Fuse type gR added to the fuse tables. Refer to Fuse tables guide for detailed information on fuse data. New Single test function Visual Test added. Figure A.1: Visual Test menu Measurement parameters / limits Protection type [No, Automatic disconnection, Class II,...

  • Page 195: Profile Finland (Profile Code Alac)

    Appendix B – Profile notes MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Modification of RCD Auto test procedure RCD Auto test inserted steps Notes  Re-activate RCD. RCD should trip-out Test with 2I , (+) positive polarity (new step 3). N Re-activate RCD. ...

  • Page 196: Profile France (Profile Code Alag)

    Appendix B – Profile notes MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) A.4 Profile France (profile code ALAG) Modifications in chapters: 7.7 Testing RCDs; 7.10 Zs rcd – Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current in system with RCD; 7.25 AUTO TT – Auto test for TT earthing system; 7.29 Z auto - Auto test for fast line and loop testing.

  • Page 197: Profile Denmark (Profile Code Alam)

    Appendix B – Profile notes MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Modifications in chapters: 7.7 Testing RCDs; 7.10 Zs rcd – Fault loop impedance and prospective fault current in system with RCD; 7.25 AUTO TT – Auto test for TT earthing system; 7.29 Z auto - Auto test for fast line and loop testing.

  • Page 198: Appendix B - Commanders (A 1314, A 1401)

    If the commander is not used for a long period of time, remove all batteries from the  battery compartment. Alkaline or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (size AAA) can be used. Metrel recommends  only using rechargeable batteries with a capacity of 800 mAh or above.

  • Page 199: Operation Of Commanders

    Appendix B – Commanders MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Figure B.2: Front side Plug commander (A 1314) Figure B.3: Back side TEST Starts measurements. TEST Acts also as the PE touching electrode. Left status RGB LED Right status RGB LED LEDs Lamp LEDs (Tip commander) Function selector...

  • Page 200: Appendix C - Locator Receiver R10K

    IND (inductive) mode. The CAP (capacitive) operating mode is intended for operating in combination with other Metrel measuring equipment. The built in field detector is placed in the front end of the receiver. External detectors can be connected via the rear connector.

  • Page 201: Appendix D - Structure Objects

    Appendix D – Structure objects MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Appendix D – Structure objects Structure elements used in Memory Organizer are instrument’s Profile dependent. Symbol Default name Description Node Node Object Object Dist. board Distribution board Sub D. Board Sub Distribution board Local bonding Local equipotential bonding...
  • Page 202 Appendix D – Structure objects MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Symbol Default name Description Foundation gr. Protective conductor for Foundation ground Equip. bond. rail Equipotential bonding rail House water m. Protection conductor for House water meter Main water p. Protection conductor for Main water pipes Main gr.
  • Page 203 Appendix D – Structure objects MI 3152(H) EurotestXC (2,5 kV) Symbol Default name Description Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Varistor Varistor LS connection LS connection Machine Machine...

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