HOW TO PAT Test a Class 1 Appliance - TOASTER

[@gmw-ws1xj]

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.

[@rscelectrical7091]

In answer to your question, the lever should be held down. Otherwise your not fully testing the appliance, your basically just testing the lead.

[@Nathansillav]

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

[@rscelectrical7091]

Your quite correct, the current draw changes depending on the appliance. The supply voltage to your sockets in the UK stays at 230v.

[@nasir_glasgow5274]

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

[@rscelectrical7091]

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.