What is an r1 + r2 test?

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An r1 + r2 test is a test of the full continuity of the circuit back to the source

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An r1 + r2 test is a test of the full continuity of the circuit back to the source. It is required to be of a low resistance in order for automatic disconnection of the supply to operate effectively.

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