Insulation and Earth Continuity Testing Quiz

What is the purpose of Earth Continuity Testing?

To make sure that the Live, Neutral and Earth connections are correct in the plug
To check that there is a good connection between the Earth pin on the plug and the case of the appliance
To make sure that when the door is open, no current is present at the handle or any operating controls
To make sure that the appliance is energised and ready to use

When should an Earth Continuity Test be carried out?

What type of meter would you use to carry out Earth Continuity?

Where do you attach the test leads for an Earth Continuity Test?

Plug – 1 to the Earth Pin and 1 to each Live and Neutral Pins
Plug – 1 to each Live and Neutral Pins
Plug – 1 to the Earth Pin and 1 to a visible and accessible part of the cabinet, such as a door hinge or front panel
Anywhere on the appliance as long as the fuse is rated 13 Amps

What reading are you looking for on a good Earth Continuity test?

What is the purpose of the Insulation Resistance Test?

To make sure that the Earth is connected to the appliance
To make sure that when the user starts the appliance, it will trip the electric after the cycle completes
To make sure that the appliance is connected to the electric and water points
To make sure that the appliance is not leaking to earth

When should an Insulation Test be carried out?

Where do you attach the test leads for an Insulation Test?

Plug – 1 to the Earth Pin and 1 to the Live Pin and TEST then 1 to the Earth Pin and 1 to the Neutral Pin and TEST
Plug – 1 to the Neutral Pin and 1 to the Live Pin and TEST then swap the leads and TEST
1 to the cabinet or door hinge and 1 to the plug Earth Tag
1 to an internal Earth Connection and 1 to the Mains Suppressor

What DC Voltage would select to use for a UK 230V Installation?

What reading are you looking for on a good Insulation test?

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