During the PAT testing course I did, I was advised to hold down the toast lowering lever during the test. I see that you didn't do that ... which method is correct? Thanks for the video and your anticipated response.
I would think a tv dose not "draw more voltage then the toster" a tv runs off a dc converter and probably runs off around 12volts internally, unless its an old tube tv then it has a transformer that increases the internal voltage, and the amps needed for a tv are heaps lower then a toster, the voltage draw dose not change only the amps needed
There are many PAT testers on the market, depends on how in-depth you want to test. Seaward make some really good equipment but if your taking a proper course with a training company, they can advise you and often offer discounts on equipment.
During the PAT testing course I did, I was advised to hold down the toast lowering lever during the test. I see that you didn't do that ... which method is correct? Thanks for the video and your anticipated response.
In answer to your question, the lever should be held down. Otherwise your not fully testing the appliance, your basically just testing the lead.
I would think a tv dose not "draw more voltage then the toster" a tv runs off a dc converter and probably runs off around 12volts internally, unless its an old tube tv then it has a transformer that increases the internal voltage, and the amps needed for a tv are heaps lower then a toster, the voltage draw dose not change only the amps needed
Your quite correct, the current draw changes depending on the appliance. The supply voltage to your sockets in the UK stays at 230v.
Hello Barney
i am looking to do pat test course soon and could you advise pat testing unit
test will be for rental properties white goods
thanks
There are many PAT testers on the market, depends on how in-depth you want to test. Seaward make some really good equipment but if your taking a proper course with a training company, they can advise you and often offer discounts on equipment.