GW Instek GPT-9800 series User Manual - Manual (Page 9)

INTRODUCTION
9
Leakage Current Modes
1. Earth
Leakage
Current
Refers to the current that flows through a
protective grounding wire to earth. (General
Electrical, Medical Equipment)
2. Enclosure
Leakage
Current
Refers to the current that flows through a human
body in contact with a device enclosure. (General
Electrical, Medical Equipment)
3. Patient
Leakage
Current I
Refers to the current that flows through a human
body that is directly connected to a device.
(Medical Equipment)
4. Patient
Leakage
Current II
Refers to the current that flows through a human
body that is directly connected to a device under
faulty conditions.
(Medical Equipment)