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Hi

Can anyone tell me if the pins on an ehu are different to a transformer?

I am wanting to test our ehu which we got last year as an exchange because the first ehu didn't work the second time we came to use it.

When we came to test the ehu on a transformer the pin layout was different - would this be correct?  I just don't want to get to spain and this one not work!

Any ideas on how we can make sure the ehu works?

Thanks

Quote: Originally posted by Hacksaw Bob on 22/2/2013Not sure what kind of transformer you mean, but the simplest way of checking your EHU lead and unit is to use an adaptor like this.

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Quote: Originally posted by zozo3791 on 22/2/2013

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When we came to test the ehu on a transformer the pin layout was different - would this be correct?

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How can you test an EHU on a transformer?

A transformer reduces voltage, it does not test anything.

Quote: Originally posted by madfunkymonkey on 22/2/2013 you could plug it into a 240 to 110 transformer, (16amp out not 32)providing you have a device that would run or not be dammaged by 110v to test the leads working (ot use a simple fluke meter or continuity tester) some devices can be switched from 240v to 110v although a simple kettle or lead lamp thats 240 would work on 110v might take a while to boil.. i think by test he means working not looking for earth leakage. . But if in doubt get a sparky out. least you can admire his brand new vw van. As he charges you 35+ a hr…

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Post last edited on 23/02/2013 00:34:02

Quote: Originally posted by zozo3791 on 22/2/2013

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When we came to test the ehu on a transformer the pin layout was different -

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It was  a large transformer that you use for power tools.  I'll buy an adaptor seen as they aren't that expensive and try it that way.  Not sure if I'll be camping before June now otherwise I could have tried it on a campsite.

Will I need a continental ehu adaptor in Spain?  We were fine in France and didn't need one.

thanks

the keyway and earth pin hour position is completely different between a 230V 16A  and 110V 16A socket/plug arrangement .

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IEC_60309