PAT Testing Avolites
Consoles
| Make sure that the desk is disconnected from the mains supply, and is not connected to any other equipment
Only PAT test if qualified to do so, PAT testing can be hazardous if performed without due care. Read the PAT tester instruction manual for further information on PAT testing. The Avolites Azure, Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond desks are CLASS I appliances. |
| Earth continuity test. |
| The earth continuity
test can be performed with 100mA on all desk products When testing with 25A take care not to induce the current on any connector, also make sure that the DZUS fasteners are locked, as arcing may damage the panels. The best place for the wander lead for the Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond is the grill of the PSU (the only mains operated part in the desk) for the Azure use the fastened DZUS head below the memory faders |
| Insulation resistance test. |
| No special instructions apply for the Azure, Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond desks Insulation should be greater than 19 M Ohm testing at 20 degrees Celsius and 30% relative humidity. |
| Run earth leakage current. | ||||
| Disconnect any outgoing cables including the DMX cables. The run earth leakage current should typically be :-
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| Flash Test |
| Flash Testing can result in permanent damage to the
desk. Generally flash testing is not needed for this type of equipment. If however a flash test is needed please contact Avolites for further instructions. |
| Test Data | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tests performed at Avolites with INSTROTECH PAT 1900xi
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