5500

Digital Multi Function Tester

OPERATION MANUAL

4 IN 1:
Insulation Resistance Measurement
Earth Resistance Measurement
ACV Measurement
Phase Sequence Test

Rev2 . 0

5500
Digital Multi Function Tester

OPERATION MANUAL

4 IN 1:
Insulation Resistance Measurement
Earth Resistance Measurement
ACV Measurement
Phase Sequence Test

Rev2 . 0
2) Measurement of Earth Voltage
Be sure to set the range selector to the 600VAC , Contents Page
and confirm the voltage is lower than 10 V . If the I. General Introduction … … … … … … … … … … … … … …2
voltage is higher than 10 V , power off the earth II. Safety Rules… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … …2
III. Features … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … …3
electrode under test to drop the earth voltage
IV. Electrical Specification … … … … … … … … … … … … …4
before you test again . V. Front Panel … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … …5
3) Measurement of Earth Resistance VI. Operation Instruction … … … … … … … … … … … … … …6
Start from 2000 Ω , press the “Test/Stop” button , VII. Maintenance… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … …13
the “OK” indicator on the LCD will turns on , VIII. Accessories… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … …13
indicating the test is in process . In case of the
value displayed is too small, switch to 200 Ω or 20Ω
for measurement . The value displayed now is the
value of the earth resistance.
Notice:
The measurement current is approx. 2mA.
Therefore, even if a RCD is connected, the RCD
will not act.
The real earth resistance RX must be
calculated with the formula below:
RX=Re-re
Re: reading of instrument
re: earth resistance of common earth terminal of
commercial power system Warning
This user manual includes
warning and safety specifications,
which shall be strictly followed to
ensure safety. Please be sure to read
through this user manual before
operating this instrument.

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9. LCD Size: (65x48)mm (digit height is 2 9 mm ) 5. Earth Resistance Test

10. Power: 8x1.5V (R6P AA) batteries Normal Earth Resistance Test(3 wires method)
11. Size: 190x155x75mm Danger: up to 50V voltage is generated between E - C
12. Weight: approx. 900g(including batteries) terminals when you test the earth resistance ! Do not
13. The instrument and accessories can be box for easy touch the test wire or you will get shocked.
carriage Remember to confirm that the plug of the test wire has
14.Environment conditions been inserted into the test socket completely before you
Operating temperature: 0℃~40℃ start the test. Too loose connection brings errors for the
Relative humidity<80% test result.
Storage temperature: -10℃ ~50℃ a. Connection of Test Wire
Relative humidity<80% Put the auxiliary earth spikes P1 and C1 into the soil
5 to 10 meters away from the object under test in straight
distance as shown in Fig 1, connect the green wire to
IV. Electrical Specification the terminal “E ” of the instrument , yellow wire to the
Accuracy: ( %reading+digit ) the warranty is one year terminal “P ” and red wire to the terminal “C ” .
Environment temperature: 23℃±5℃ Notice: Be sure to insert the auxiliary earth spikes into soil
Relative humidity: <75% with high water content. In case of the soil is dry, has
1. Insulation Resistance many sands or gravels , be sure to add water to
Testing Voltage 250V/500V/1000V ensure the soils in which auxiliary earth spikes are
Output voltage 90%-110% of the test voltage inserted are wet . In case of cement land, place the
Range 0.1 MW-20GW auxiliary earth spikes horizontally and add water, place
Resolution 0.01MW wet towels wrapping the auxiliary earth spikes before you
Accuracy 0.1 MW-200 MW ± (3%rdg +5dgt) test.
200 MW-20GW ± (5%rdg +10dgt)

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Range Accuracy Resolution Test Frequence

20W ± 2%rdg +0.1W 0.01W
200W 0.1W Approx. 820Hz
± (2%rdg +3dgt)
2000W 1W
Fig. 1
3. AC Voltage ( Earth Voltage ) Measurement
Measurement range: 1-600VAC E is connected to the port of earth electrode
Accuracy: ( 2% rdg+5dgt ) P is connected to the port of potential electrode
Resolution:1V C is connected to the port of current electrode

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I. General Introduction d. Measurement of Earth Resistance
Rotatory selector set to 2000Ω press the “Test/Stop”
The brand 5500 multi-functional instrument can
button , if the displayed value is too small , switch to
measure earth resistance, insulation resistance, AC
200Ω or 20Ω. The value displayed now is the resistance
voltage and phase sequence. As a new generation
of the earth resistor.
electrical measurement instrument which we have
Notice: Be sure that no wire twists with any other wire.
successfully developed recently , It is aimed by the nice
Twisted or not well connected wires generate induction in
and fashionable design, more stronger functions ,
testing and impact readings. If the auxiliary earth
easier to use and more reliable . The instrument and
resistance is too big, some errors are generated. Be sure
accessories are all in the toolbox , suitable for field
that auxiliary earth spikes are inserted into moist soils, to
application . It can be used to test the insulation
ensure the various parts are in full contact.
resistance and earth resistance of power system ,
electrical equipment , lightning arrester equipment , and
measure AC voltage and phase sequence test . Transformer
Secondary side
Primary side

II. Safety Rules -0.00 H

1. Be sure to read this user manual carefully before

using this instrument.
2. Do not use this instrument when the rear cover is not
in place, otherwise you may get electrical shock. Earth electrode
3. Be sure to check the insulation layer of the probe is
good and free of any damage before using this instrument.
4. To prevent electrical shock, be sure not to touch 2-Wires Simplified Earth Resistance Test Method
electric lead and circuit when the test is in process. This test method is intended for the application where
5. Be sure to confirm the range selector has been set in cann’t inserting an auxiliary earth spikes . In this method,
the appropriate range before testing. an existing earth electrode with very little earth
6. Confirm the plug of the wire has been tightly inserted impedance is used , such as a metal water pipe , a
in the terminal. common earth of a commercial electric power system ,
7. Be sure not to use the instrument when it is moist. or a earth terminal of a building , instead of the
8. Be sure not to turn the function selector when the auxiliary earth spikes “ C ” and “ P ” .
test is in process. 1) Connection of Test Wire
Connect wires with simplified test wires as shown in the
figure above.
Danger: be careful of electrical shock when you use the
commercial electronic system earth method . Do not use
this instrument to test the voltage of power supply .

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b. Operating Power and Wire Connection Test 9. Do not apply any voltage higher than 600V AC or DC
Press the “Test/Stop” button , If the “Ok”indicato on between test terminals.
the LCD is light , it indicates that the wires are well 10. Do not test in inflammable environment since spark
connected to “ P ” and “ C ” terminals , and the earth may lead to explosion.
resistance of the auxiliary earth spikes is within the 11. Stop using the instrument in case of any metal is
allowed range. If the “OK” indicator on the LCD is not light, exposed caused by the shell or test wire is broken when
check the wires connected with “ P ” and “ C ” terminals or the test is in process.
reduce the auxiliary earth resistance to an appropriate 12. Be sure that the test wire has been removed from the
level by changing the position of earth-spikes or wetting test terminal and the function range selector in the “OFF”
the soil. You can short circuit the clamps in red and position when you remove the rear cover to replace
yellow wire terminals to check if they are broken . battery.
c. Measurement of Earth Voltage 13. Do not replace battery when the instrument is moist.
First the range selector set to the 600VAC first , and 14. Be sure to set the function range selector at the
confirm this voltage is lower than 10 V . If the voltage “OFF” position when your work is over.
is higher than 1 0 V , there will be error in the 15. Remember to remove the battery when you are not
measurement value of the earth resistance . In such going to use the instrument for a long period of time.
case, power off the earth electrode under test to reduce 16. Replace battery immediately to ensure the
the earth voltage before you test again. accuracy of measurement when the instrument displays
“ ”.

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III. Features
1. Low power consuming CMOS dual integral A/D
conversion IC, automatic zero
2. LCD: 3 1/2 display, maximum reading 1999
3. Data holding function
Fig. 2 4. Measure voltage lower than AC600V
E is connected to the port of earth electrode 5. Low Battery indication
P is connected to the port of potential electrode 6. LCD back-light function
C is connected to the port of current electrode 7. Phase sequence test
ACV is connected to the port of voltage electrode 8. Automatic range ( Insulation test only )

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VI. Operation Instruction 3. Insulation Resistance measurement
① Connection of Test Terminals
1. Safety Precautions
Insert the red test lead into the “ L ” socket of the
① Be sure to confirm the high voltage on the object
instrument and the plug of the black test lead with flat
under test has been discharged , be careful of the high
crocodile clamp into the “ E ” socket of the instrument .
voltage shock after the insulation resistance test is over.
② Test connection
② Do not touch the object under test when the test is in
The wiring of “ E ” socket of the instrument is the earth wire ;
process otherise you should get electrical shock.
The wiring of “ L ” socket of the instrument is the line wire.
③ The object under test shall not be live and be sure to
The “ G ” terminal socket of the instrument is the shield wire
confirm the object under test is securely earthed when
to test the high insulation resistance.
you test the insulation resistance . Short the two test
If necessary insert another black wire with small crocodile
terminals of the object under test to discharge before
clamp into the “ G ” socket, The clamp connect to earth wire
you start the test .
to eliminate the measurement error caused by the leak
④ Do not lead any external voltage into the test loop
current in the surface of the product, and ensure the
when you test the insulation resistance.
accuracy of the test and reading stability.
⑤ Be sure to confirm the selector is in right position and
③ Test Voltage selection
the test wire is firmly connected before you start the test.
Select the test voltage you need to measure the insulation
⑥ Up to 1000V high voltage is generated between “ L ”
resistance by turning the selector to the relevant voltage
terminal and “ E ” terminal when the high voltage button
class.
has been pressed. Be sure not to touch any exposed part
④ Test Operation
of instrument and the object under test, otherwise you may
Connect the other terminal of the wire to the object
get electrical hazard.
under test . Press the “ Test / Stop ” button , the red LED
2. Battery Voltage Inspection
indicator turns on , indicating the high voltage generated.
Turn on the instrument, if LCD does not display“ ” When the test has started, the LCD of the instrument
icon , it indicates the battery is good. If LCD displays displays some readings. The value displayed by LCD is the
nothing or display “ ” icon , replace the batteries as insulation resistance of the object under test.
described in the user manual .
If load Rx is great than maximun range 20GΩ, the LCD will
3. AC Voltage measurement
display “1”.
① Do not test any voltage higher than 600V.
⑤ Turn off
② Connection Test Terminals.
When the test is over , press the “ Test / Stop ” button, the
Insert the red test lead into the “ ACV”socket of the
red indicator turns off , indicating the test high voltage
instrument and the black test lead into the “G” socket of the
has been disappeared . set the selector at “ OFF ”
instrument.
position, LCD displays nothing. For capacitive
③ Set the rotary selector at the “600V”position and
connect the probe to the object under test.
④ The value displayed by the instrument now is the AC
voltage between two terminals of the object under test .

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VI. Operation Instruction 3. Insulation Resistance measurement

① Connection of Test Terminals
1. Safety Precautions
Insert the red test lead into the “ L ” socket of the
① Be sure to confirm the high voltage on the object
instrument and the plug of the black test lead with flat
under test has been discharged , be careful of the high
crocodile clamp into the “ E ” socket of the instrument .
voltage shock after the insulation resistance test is over.
② Test connection
② Do not touch the object under test when the test is in
The wiring of “ E ” socket of the instrument is the earth wire ;
process otherise you should get electrical shock.
The wiring of “ L ” socket of the instrument is the line wire.
③ The object under test shall not be live and be sure to
The “ G ” terminal socket of the instrument is the shield wire
confirm the object under test is securely earthed when
to test the high insulation resistance.
you test the insulation resistance . Short the two test
If necessary insert another black wire with small crocodile
terminals of the object under test to discharge before
clamp into the “ G ” socket, The clamp connect to earth wire
you start the test .
to eliminate the measurement error caused by the leak
④ Do not lead any external voltage into the test loop
current in the surface of the product, and ensure the
when you test the insulation resistance.
accuracy of the test and reading stability.
⑤ Be sure to confirm the selector is in right position and
③ Test Voltage selection
the test wire is firmly connected before you start the test.
Select the test voltage you need to measure the insulation
⑥ Up to 1000V high voltage is generated between “ L ”
resistance by turning the selector to the relevant voltage
terminal and “ E ” terminal when the high voltage button
class.
has been pressed. Be sure not to touch any exposed part
④ Test Operation
of instrument and the object under test, otherwise you may
Connect the other terminal of the wire to the object
get electrical hazard.
under test . Press the “ Test / Stop ” button , the red LED
2. Battery Voltage Inspection
indicator turns on , indicating the high voltage generated.
Turn on the instrument, if LCD does not display“ ” When the test has started, the LCD of the instrument
icon , it indicates the battery is good. If LCD displays displays some readings. The value displayed by LCD is the
nothing or display “ ” icon , replace the batteries as insulation resistance of the object under test.
described in the user manual .
If load Rx is great than maximun range 20GΩ, the LCD will
3. AC Voltage measurement
display “1”.
① Do not test any voltage higher than 600V.
⑤ Turn off
② Connection Test Terminals.
When the test is over , press the “ Test / Stop ” button, the
Insert the red test lead into the “ ACV”socket of the
red indicator turns off , indicating the test high voltage
instrument and the black test lead into the “G” socket of the
has been disappeared . set the selector at “ OFF ”
instrument.
position, LCD displays nothing. For capacitive
③ Set the rotary selector at the “600V”position and
connect the probe to the object under test.
④ The value displayed by the instrument now is the AC
voltage between two terminals of the object under test .

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load, be sure to discharge the residual charges in the Test frequency: 40-400Hz
object under test before you remove the test wire . 4. Phase Sequence Test
4. Phase Sequence Measurement Method Phase-phase voltage range : 100V-450V
There is high voltage in the 3 - phase wire . It would be Frequency : 50-60Hz
highly dangerous to touch, therefore be sure to handle with 5. Phase Sequence test result is indicated by LED, No
care when you connect wires for a 3-phase measurement. display in LCD
In case of the instrument indicator is not light when the test V. Front Panel 1 2 3 4
wire has been connected but one phase may be live, Be
careful not to get shocked. Do not test any voltage is great
than 4 5 0 V / 5 0 - 6 0 Hz ( 3 - phase AC ) . Do not measure for PHASE
5
6
more than 30 minutes when the voltage is greater than 7
200V and not more than 3 minutes when the voltage is 14
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great than 450V. 12 8

① The phase sequence function allows you to test the

phase sequence of 3-phase AC power supply (100V-
450V/50-60Hz). When you have connected the phase 11 10 9

sequence probes with the test wires by input terminals , 1. LCD

you can judge the positive phase and reverse phase of 2. Phase sequence measurement LED indicators (CW,
3 - phase AC according to LED indicator and beep, also CCW, L1, L2 and L3)
phase missing indicated by LED . 3. Insulation resistance measurement high voltage LED
indicator
② Test State 4. Earth resistance measurement LED indicator
Phase Sequence Test Indication Open Phase Test Indication Beep
5. Data holding button
6. Test button
Positive phase (CW indicator is on) L1, L2 and L3 indicators are on. Long beep
7. Back-light button
Reverse phase (CCW indicator is on) L1, L2 and L3 indicators are on. No beep
8. Function rotatory selector
Missing phase (CCW indicator is on) Any of L1, L2 and L3 is not on No beep 9. “E/G” Earth resistance “E” input terminal
ACV measurement COM terminal
insulation “G” input terminal for shield
Note: When the measurement probes have been 10. Earth resistance “P” input socket
connected, the phase sequence measurement function 11. Insulation “E” input socket
will indicate the positive phases and reverse phases of a 3- 12. “C/L1 / L ” earth resistance “C ” input terminal
phase AC, also the LED indicator will indicate the phase / phase sequence “L1” input terminal / Insulation
missing. Be sure to measure with 3 triple-color test wires “L” input terminal
with 3 round crocodile clamps . 13. “L 2 ”phase sequence input socket
14. “ACV” Input socket / Phase sequence “L 3 ” input
socket

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load, be sure to discharge the residual charges in the Test frequency: 40-400Hz
object under test before you remove the test wire . 4. Phase Sequence Test
4. Phase Sequence Measurement Method Phase-phase voltage range : 100V-450V
There is high voltage in the 3 - phase wire . It would be Frequency : 50-60Hz
highly dangerous to touch, therefore be sure to handle with 5. Phase Sequence test result is indicated by LED, No
care when you connect wires for a 3-phase measurement. display in LCD
In case of the instrument indicator is not light when the test V. Front Panel 1 2 3 4
wire has been connected but one phase may be live, Be
careful not to get shocked. Do not test any voltage is great
than 4 5 0 V / 5 0 - 6 0 Hz ( 3 - phase AC ) . Do not measure for PHASE
5
6
more than 30 minutes when the voltage is greater than 7
200V and not more than 3 minutes when the voltage is 14
13
great than 450V. 12 8

① The phase sequence function allows you to test the

phase sequence of 3-phase AC power supply (100V-
450V/50-60Hz). When you have connected the phase 11 10 9

sequence probes with the test wires by input terminals , 1. LCD

you can judge the positive phase and reverse phase of 2. Phase sequence measurement LED indicators (CW,
3 - phase AC according to LED indicator and beep, also CCW, L1, L2 and L3)
phase missing indicated by LED . 3. Insulation resistance measurement high voltage LED
indicator
② Test State 4. Earth resistance measurement LED indicator
Phase Sequence Test Indication Open Phase Test Indication Beep
5. Data holding button
6. Test button
Positive phase (CW indicator is on) L1, L2 and L3 indicators are on. Long beep
7. Back-light button
Reverse phase (CCW indicator is on) L1, L2 and L3 indicators are on. No beep
8. Function rotatory selector
Missing phase (CCW indicator is on) Any of L1, L2 and L3 is not on No beep 9. “E/G” Earth resistance “E” input terminal
ACV measurement COM terminal
insulation “G” input terminal for shield
Note: When the measurement probes have been 10. Earth resistance “P” input socket
connected, the phase sequence measurement function 11. Insulation “E” input socket
will indicate the positive phases and reverse phases of a 3- 12. “C/L1 / L ” earth resistance “C ” input terminal
phase AC, also the LED indicator will indicate the phase / phase sequence “L1” input terminal / Insulation
missing. Be sure to measure with 3 triple-color test wires “L” input terminal
with 3 round crocodile clamps . 13. “L 2 ”phase sequence input socket
14. “ACV” Input socket / Phase sequence “L 3 ” input
socket

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VII. Maintenance
This instrument is a precision electronic instrument, be
sure to maintain it well.
1. Do not apply the instrument to any AC voltage higher
than 600V.
2. To replace battery, remove the probe and power off
the instrument first. Unscrew the screws of the battery
cover and remove the battery cover. Be sure to replace the
battery according to the specification requirement.
3. Do not forget to remove the battery if you are not
going to use the instrument for a long period of time .
Place the instrument at a dry and well ventilated
environment.
4. Do not change any internal circuit of this instrument.
.
VIII. Accessories
1. One copy of user manual.
2. 1 toolbox.
3. 4 sets of special test wires (a phase sequence test
wire, an insulation resistance test wire , an earth
resistance test wire , and a simplified test wire for
earth resistance )
4. 2 earth spikes
5. 1.5V(R6P) AA batteries 8PCS

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VII. Maintenance
This instrument is a precision electronic instrument, be
sure to maintain it well.
1. Do not apply the instrument to any AC voltage higher
than 600V.
2. To replace battery, remove the probe and power off
the instrument first. Unscrew the screws of the battery
cover and remove the battery cover. Be sure to replace the
battery according to the specification requirement.
3. Do not forget to remove the battery if you are not
going to use the instrument for a long period of time .
Place the instrument at a dry and well ventilated
environment.
4. Do not change any internal circuit of this instrument.
.
VIII. Accessories
1. One copy of user manual.
2. 1 toolbox.
3. 4 sets of special test wires (a phase sequence test
wire, an insulation resistance test wire , an earth
resistance test wire , and a simplified test wire for
earth resistance )
4. 2 earth spikes
5. 1.5V(R6P) AA batteries 8PCS

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