the Veritest 2240 manual - Gas & Environmental Services Ltd
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1. Reference temperature 23 5 C Working temperature 10 C 50 C Relative humidity allowed lt 80 Storage temperature 20 60 C Storage humidity lt 80 1 CALIBRATION OF TEST LEADS 1 Connect red amp black test leads to P N terminals respectively 2 Turn dial to low Q continuity setting Display shows LOW Q at top left 3 Press FUNC key repeatedly until CAL is shown on display 4 Connect Short circuit test leads together so good contact is made 5 Press yellow GO key MEASURING briefly appears on the display Calibration is being carried out The test lead resistance is shown briefly before the screen zeros 6 When calibration is complete 2 beeps are heard and MEASURING is not displayed NB Toremove test lead compensation repeat procedure above but with test leads open circuit This function enables the instrument to measure the resistance of the test leads and commits the measurement to memory Once this has been carried out the test lead resistance is automatically subtracted from any continuity measurement thus giving more accurate results This compensation value is retained when the instrument is powered down and when batteries are removed for replacement the instrument has a stored value for the resistance of the test leads function selected CAL LOWQ 0 000 current supplied by instrument during calibration procedure 219MA 2 L2. Select MAN x 12 MAN x1 MAN x 2 MAN x 5 AUTO RAMP wij Ut by repeatedly pressing the function key pync See further description on next page 4 Select the rated tripping current of the RCD by repeatedly pressing the U lAn key 10mA 30mA 100mA 300mA 500mA until the desired level is reached 5 If the test is to be carried out on a selective time delayed RCD the symbol S must be displayed This function is controlled via the S is not available in ramp or Ut mode 6 Select the limit for contact voltage 50V by default by pressing UL w button A key and This cycles between 50V amp 25V 7 Connect either the mains plug to a 230V 50HZ socket outlet or the croc clips to the appropriate conductors on which the test is to be carried out 8 A Press the yellow GO phase with positive half wave of the voltage indicated on display by O B Press the yellow 180 GO key once The instrument injects a current in key twice The instrument injects a current in phase with negative half wave of the voltage indicated on display by 9 SPECIFICATION Accuracy is indicated as of reading number of digits It refers to the atmospheric conditions listed previously CONTINUITY Test mode Range Resolution Accuracy AUTO R R 0 01 19 99Q 0 010 2 rdg 2dgt 20 0 99 9Q 0 10 2 rdg 2dgt Timer
3. 0mA 500V lt 2 0mA SOV 100V 250V 1000V 1 Connect the red and black test leads to P N terminals respectively Test current on load gt 1MA Vrest across R load 1000 X VTest Q If the instrument measures a voltage higher than 30V the instrument does not 2 Turn dial to M Q insulation resistance Display shows Riso at top left perform the test 3 Select MAN AUTO or TIMER mode by repeatedly pressing the FUNC RCD key See below for details of individual tests Type of RCD AC A 4 Press UwIAn repeatedly to select the voltage suitable for the test being Range of phase to earth voltage 100 265 V carried out 50V 100V 250V 500V 1000V Rated Tripping Current IAj 10mA 30mA 100mA 300mA 500mA Test frequency 50Hz 0 5 Hz 5 Connect the test leads to the conductor on which the insulation test is to be carried out TRIPPING TIME a 6 Press yellow GO key The instrument performs the test as stated below Test Range Resolution Accuracy lan lan 0 999ms ims 2 rdg 2dgt At the end of the test the instrument beeps twice indicating a successful 2 lan 0 200ms general ims 2 erdg 2dgt measurement The resistance is displayed on the screen 0 250ms selective ims 2 rdg 2dgt If the insulation is very low value the tester emits a long single beep to indicate 5 lan RCD 0 50ms general ims 2 erdg 2dgt that the test voltage fell below the set rated
4. ING TO BE CARRIED OUT IN ACCORDANCE WITH WIRING REGULATIONS IEE 16TH EDITION BS 7671 2001 SAFETY INFORMATION Always read before proceeding WARNING These instructions contain information and warnings that are necessary for safe operation and maintenance of the Veritest It is recommended that you read the instructions carefully and ensure the contents are understood Failure to understand the instructions and comply with warnings and instructions herein can result in serious injury damage or even death In order to avoid the danger of electrical shock it is important that proper safety measures are taken when working with voltages exceeding 30V AC rms 42V AC peak or 60V DC Never exceed the maximum allowable input level for each function and range Refer to the specifications for maximum inputs Never touch exposed wiring connections or live circuits The Veritest must only be used in conditions and for the purpose which it has been constructed Attention should be paid to safety instructions technical specifications and use of the Veritest in dry surroundings Always inspect your meter test leads and accessories for any sign of damage before use If any abnormal conditions exist e g broken test leads cracked case display not reading etc do not attempt to use it Do not expose it to direct sunlight excessive temperature or moisture Keep these instructions for future reference Updated instructions and product information are ava
5. Mode 0 01 9 99Q 0 010 2 rdg 2dgt Test current gt 200mA DC up to 16Q include the resistance of the calibration 40mA DC from 16Q to 99 92 Resolution 1mA Open circuit Test Voltage 9V Live Circuit Warning Yes Timer test duration 10 999 seconds INSULATION TESTS Rated Test Measurable Range MQ Voltage at Rated Test Voltage Resolution Accuracy 50V 0 05 19 99 MQ 0 01MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 20 0 49 9 MQ 0 1MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 50 0 99 9 MQ 0 1MQ 5 rdg 2dgt 100V 0 10 19 99 MQ 0 01MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 20 0 99 9 MQ 0 1MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 100 0 199 9 MQ 0 1MQ 5 rdg 2dgt 250V 0 23 19 99 MQ 0 01MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 20 0 199 9 MQ 0 1MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 200 249 MQ 1MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 250 499 MQ 1MQ 5 rdg 2dgt 500V 0 25 19 99 MQ 0 01MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 20 0 199 9 MQ 0 1MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 200 499 MQ 1MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 500 999 MQ 1MQ 5 rdg 2dgt 1000V 0 90 19 99 MQ 0 01MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 20 0 199 9 MQ 0 1MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 200 999 MQ 1MQ 2 rdg 2dgt 1000 1999 MQ 1MQ 5 rdg 2dgt Automatic selection of the measuring range 15 8 INSTRUMENT CONNECTION TO PC OR A PRINTER The connection from the VR2240 to a PC is made using the optional infra red data lead VRTL1 connected to the PC serial port The optional software package VRSOFT1 provides the facility to download and print results onto a form All items sold separately Before connecting the VR2240 to a PC it is necessary to select and configure the COM port on the PC used for data transfer To set
6. OW Q CONTINUITY TEST 1 Connect red amp black test leads to P N terminals respectively 2 Turn dial to low Q continuity setting Display shows LOW Q at top left 3 Select Auto R R R TIMER R TIMER By repeated pressing of the FUNC key See below for details of individual tests If using the timer function set time using S A UL w keys 4 Connect the test leads to the conductors on which the continuity test is to be carried out 5 Press yellow key The instrument performs the test Auto The instrument carries out 2 measurements 1x positive polarity and 1 x negative polarity The instrument displays an average reading of the two measurements performed R The instrument carries out 1 measurement with a positive polarity I E Red test lead positive R The instrument carries out 1 measurement with a negative polarity I E Black test lead positive R TIMER The instrument carries out 1 measurement with a positive polarity and an adjustable duration of test Min 3 seconds Max 15 seconds Use S A U W to set test duration R TIMER The instrument carries out 1 measurement with a negative polarity and an adjustable duration of test Minimum of 3 seconds Maximum of 15 seconds Use S A Ut W to adjust time up and down respectively At the end of the test if the resistance valu
7. Other products from Martindale 16th Edition Testers All in one s Calibration Equipment Continuity Testers Electrician s kits Full Calibration amp Repair Service Fuse Finders Q U I C K STA RT Digital Clamp Meters MARTINDALE Digital Multimeters eo Microwave Leakage Detectors Motor Maintenance Equipment Non trip loop testers Pat testers amp Accessories Phase rotation Proving units Socket Testers Thermometers amp Probes Test Leads Voltage Indicators Specialist Metrohm testers 4 amp 5kV Specialist Drummond testers VERITEST 2240 ALL IN ONE Martindale Electric Company Limited Metrohm House Penfold Trading Estate Watford WD24 4YY UK Tel 44 0 1923 441717 Fax 44 0 1923 446900 Giese wer mernitdels secre dk MARTINDALE ELECTRIC Martindale Electric Company Ltd 2005 Registered in England No 3387451 Rev 8 Trusted by professionals USER NOTES CONTENTS THIS IS DESIGNED TO BE USED AS A QUICKSTART GUIDE ONLY COMPREHENSIVE INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD AT www martindale electric co uk instruct htm 1 Calibration of test leads 3 2 LOW Q continuity test 4 3 M Q insulation test 5 4 RCD test 6 5 Loop Zs IK 9 6 Non Trip Earth Loop Impedance Test Ra15mA 10 1Q resolution with PFC calculation 7 Phase Rotation Sequence 11 Instrument Connection to a PC 14 Specification 15 10 Accessories 19 11 Maintenance 19 ALL TEST
8. e is lower than 5Q the instrument beeps twice indicating low resistance The resistance value is displayed on the screen NB Cal amp Low Q is displayed in the top left of the screen if a lead compensation value is stored this value will be applied to any measurement made AC VOLTAGE Electrical Syst Range V Resolution V Accuracy Single phase 0 265 1 2 rdg 2 dgt 2or3 phase 0 460 1 5 rdg 2 dgt FREQUENCY Range V Resolution HZ Accuracy 15 3 99 9 Hz 0 1 HZ 0 1 rdg 1 dgt LINE IMPEDANCE LOOP ZS IK PHASE TO PHASE OR PHASE TO NEUTRAL Test mode Range Resolution Accuracy P P amp P N 0 03 19 99Q 0 019 Res 5 rdg 2 dgt 20 0 199 92 0 1Q Res 5 rdg 2 dgt PSC 1 999A 1 0 20 0KA Test voltage Vpn 100V 265V 50Hz 0 5 Hz Vpp 100V 460V 50Hz 0 5 Hz 100V 3 17A test duration 80ms 230V 6 64A test duration 40ms 400V 11 5A test duration 40ms Accuracy current measurement 10 Ina Pk Max peak test current PHASE EARTH IMPEDANCE LOOP Zg lx Range Resolution Accuracy 0 03 19 99Q 0 019 Res 5 rdg 2dgt 20 0 199 9Q 0 1Q Res 5 rdg 2dgt 200 1999Q 1Q Res 5 rdg 2dgt PFC 1 999A 1 0 20 0KA 100V 3 17A test duration 80ms 230V 6 64A test duration 40ms Accuracy current measurement 10 Imax Pk 100V 265V 50Hz 0 5 Hz Max peak test current Test frequency Vpg 17 Open circuit voltage Rated voltage test 0 10 3 M Q INSULATION TEST Short circuit current lt 3
9. ilable at www martindale electric co uk SYMBOLS C Equipment complies with relevant EU Directives AC Alternating Current Ground Direct Current Equipment protected by Double Insulation Class II A Caution refer to accompanying documents Caution risk of electric shock 10 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Infra red data lead VATL1 Download software VRSOFT1 Mini printer VRPRINT1 Data Lead VRPRINT1 to VR2240 TL130 Test lead GB 13A plug TL206 Fused test lead set TL54 11 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Maintenance consists of periodic cleaning The exterior of the instrument can be cleaned with a dry clean cloth to remove any oil grease or grime Never use liquid solvents or detergents Repairs or servicing not covered in this manual should only be performed by qualified personnel Calibration The recommended calibration interval is 12 months Martindale Electric will carry out routine calibration on a chargeable basis if the instrument is returned carriage paid to the address on the final page of this document Alternatively a chargeable collection and return service is available Repair amp Service There are no user serviceable parts in this unit Return to Martindale Electric if faulty Our service department will promptly quote to repair any faults that occur outside the warranty period Storage Conditions The Veritest should be kept in warm dry conditions away from direct source
10. nce Press either S 4 or ULY to adjust the P number up or down This is used to identify the test within a number of tests When the desired number is shown Press save again to commit the test to memory 2 memory location MEM The instrument beeps twice confirming that the test results have been stored Press ESC to return to test mode RECALLING TEST RESULTS If the test results are to be recalled proceed as follows 1 2 3 4 5 Press the RCL key Navigate to the desired test number using the S A and UL Y keys Press the DISP button to display test result You can navigate to other test results by pressing 5 A and UL w again Press ESC to return to test mode 5 LOOP ZS IK PHASE TO NEUTRAL TESTING PN Connect the red black and green leads or plug top lead to P N E terminals respectively Turn the dial to loop Zs Ik Display shows LOOP at the top centre Press FUNC key repeatedly to select P N P N is shown Connect the mains plug to a 230V 50Hz socket outlet or the croc clips to appropriate conductors on which the test is to be carried out Press the yellow GO key to start the test At the end of the test the instrument beeps twice indicating a positive outcome of the test with the relevant
11. oltage or phase shifted by 180 with respect to the voltage MAN x 1 the instrument performs the test with a leakage current at 1x the value of the rated current indicated with the leakage current in phase with the voltage or phase shifted by 180 with respect to the voltage MAN x 2 the instrument performs the test with a leakage current at 2x the value of the rated current indicated with the leakage current in phase with the voltage or phase shifted by 180 with respect to the voltage MAN x 5 the instrument performs the test with a leakage current at 5x the value of the rated current indicated with the leakage current in phase with the voltage or phase shifted by 180 with respect to the voltage AUTO the instrument performs the test automatically with a leakage current at 2x 1x 5x the value of the rated current indicated with the leakage current in phase with the voltage and then phase shifted by 180 with respect to the voltage Recommended test RAMP Mode aff the instrument performs the test with a steadily increasing leakage current with the leakage current in phase with the voltage or phase shifted by 180 with respect to the voltage Use this test to measure the tripping current U Mode the instrument performs the test with a leakage current equal to the value of the rated current indicated and calculates the contact voltage as well as the Ra earth resistance with the leakage current in phase with the voltage or pha
12. ress the FUNC key repeatedly to display the three differential voltages L1 2 L2 3 and L3 1 individually Press the yellow GO key to start the measurement of phase sequence The display must read 123 for correct phase sequence This means that the red test lead connected to L1 is phase no 1 The black test lead connected to L2 is phase no 2 and the green test lead connected to L3 is phase no 3 If 213 or 132 are displayed then the phase sequence is incorrect 10 11
13. results displayed PHASE TO PHASE TESTING P P 1 AUN 6 Connect the red black and green leads to P N E terminals respectively Turn the dial to loop Zs Ik Display shows LOOP at the top centre Press FUNC key repeatedly to select P P P P is shown Connect green test lead to the earth PLE conductor Connect the red and black test leads to each pair of phase conductors in turn P1 amp P2 P2 amp P3 P3 amp P1 and press the GO key for each pair At the end of the test the instrument beeps twice indicating a successful outcome of the test with the relevant results displayed PHASE TO PROTECTIVE EARTH P PE Connect the red black and green cables to P N E terminals respectively Turn the dial to loop Zs Ik Display shows LOOP at the top centre Connect the mains plug to a 230V 50HZ socket outlet or to the appropriate conductor by means of the croc clips Press FUNC key repeatedly to select P PE P PE is shown Press the yellow GO key once The instrument carries out the test injecting a current in phase with positive half wave of the voltage indicated on display by 0 OR Press the yellow GO key twice The instrument carries out the test injecting a current in phase with negative half wave of the voltage indicated on display by 180 At the end of the test the instrument beeps twice indicating a positive o
14. s of heat or sunlight and in such a manner as to preserve the working life of the instrument Warranty Faults in manufacture and materials are fully guaranteed for 24 months from date of invoice and will be rectified by us free of charge provided the unit has not been tampered with and is returned to us with its housing unopened Damage due to dropping abuse or misuse is not covered by the guarantee Nothing in these instructions reduces your statutory rights 19 18 NON TRIP EARTH LOOP TEST RA15MA Measuring Resolution 1 1999Q 1Q Res PFC 1 999 Amps 1 0 20 0KA Test current 15mA Accuracy 5 rdg 2dgt Battery type 6x1 5V LR6 AA AM3 MN1500 Low battery indication Yes Battery life About 40 hrs in stand by or 500 Continuity tests or 250 Insulation tests 500V 500k or 1000 LOOP RCD PHASE SEQUENCE TESTS Weight batteries included 1000gm Dimensions 222mm L x 162mm W x 57mm D Phase Rotation Test graphic display of phase sequence Memory Slots For Saved Tests 350 Display Features LCD custom Interface optical RS232 to print or to download the tests Please refer to the accessories section for test leads SAFETY STANDARDS The instrument complies with EN 61010 1 A2 1997 EN61557 EN61326 1 1997 A1 1998 Insulation Class 2 double insulation Pollution degree 2 Inside use max altitude 2000m Overvoltage category CAT III 460V P N E 265V to earth ENVIRONMENT Environmental working conditions
15. se shifted by 180 with respect to the voltage Readings below 1Q are displayed as 1Q PLEASE NOTE MAN x5 and auto test modes are not available for RCD type A 500mA Test results MAN x MAN x1 x2 x5 AUTO Ya x lAn 0 v2 x lAn 180 1x l n 0 1x l n 180 5x lAn 0 5 x lAn 180 If the RCD does not trip the instrument beeps twice indicating a successful outcome See screen on unit If the RCD trips within limits the instrument beeps twice suggesting a successful outcome see screen on unit Please note that the internal values apply for RCDs manufactured to comply with BSEN61008 RCDs which are manufactured to comply with BS4293 are required to operate in 0 2s at 1X lan It is important that the user of this instrument is aware of the applicable tripping time s for the RCD being tested Please refer to the full user manual for tripping times The instrument carries out the following 6 tests with different values of rated current The RCD should not trip The RCD should not trip The RCD trips blinking RCD The RCD trips blinking RCD The RCD trips blinking RCD The RCD trips blinking RCD Switch RCD on again Switch RCD on again Switch RCD on again Switch RCD on again YS I NI FT OK displayed test passed DISP Please refer to the full user manual for tripping times Press to scroll through the test results RAMP Ur The instrumen
16. t generates a leakage current growing step by step in a given time interval At the end of the test if the RCD tripping current is lt lAn type AC or 1 4xlAn type A with An gt 10mA the instrument beeps twice indicating a positive outcome of the test If the parameters set on the instrument are consistent with the RCD under test the ramp test will cause RCD tripping with a current lower than or equal to the selected rated differential current GO Press yellow key once The instrument carries out the test If the RCD does not trip the instrument beeps twice indicating a successful outcome of the test CLEARING TEST RESULTS To clear results proceed as follows 1 Press the RCL key 2 Navigate to the desired test using S 4 and UL Y keys 3 Press the DISP key to display the selected test result 4 Press CLR once CLR flashes in the display To cancel deletion press ESC CLR 5 Press again to permanently delete the test result from the one selected to the last one saved WARNING The instrument will delete the all results stored from the memory location selected to the last full one 13 SAVING TEST RESULTS If test results are to be stored proceed as follows a Cc saved results identify T Po3 After carrying out any successful test press the SAVE key o
17. this start the software and refer to the help provided with the VRSOFT1 download application The selected port should NOT be shared by other devices or applications eg mouse modem etc The connection from the VR2240 to the printer VRPRINT1 is made using the infra red data lead VRTL41 in conjunction with printer adaptor cable TL130 all items sold separately To transfer the stored data from the instrument to the PC or printer follow the directions below eoe I Turn the rotary switch to the RS232 position FUNC 2 Using the FUNC key select the modes Prn ALL or Prn n1 n2 to display the following screens respectively Press GO to start printing all of the stored test results Press ESC to stop printing immmediately P rn indicates the total number of results All 125 stored in memory Press GO to start printing the test results from memory locations n1 to memory locations n2 inclusive Note that the printing order is that of the increasing value of the parameter P NOT memory location order Ensure the range n1 to n2 covers all the results you need Press ESC to stop printing immediately indicates the memory cell which will be printed as the last one Note Transmission speed on the PC or printer is set to 4800 baud to match the output from VR2240 MAN x the instrument performs the test with a leakage current at 12x the value of the rated current indicated with the leakage current in phase with the v
18. utcome of the test The relevant results are displayed 6 Non Trip Earth Loop Impedance Test Ra15mA 1Q resolution with PFC 7 PHASE ROTATION SEQUENCE calculation 1 1 Connect the red black and green test leads to P N E terminals respectively 2 2 Turn the dial to the Ra 15 mA L position Display shows RCD at the top centre 3 3 Connect the mains plug to a 230V 50HZ socket outlet or to the appropriate conductors on which the test is to be carried out using the croc clips 4 4 Press the key to select the limit values for contact voltage 50V default or 25V 5 Press the yellow GO key to start the test 6 At the end of the test the instrument beeps twice indicating a positive out come of the test The relevant results are displayed PFC is displayed on lower RHS of Display in Amps Readings below 1Q are displayed as 19 Formula for the prospective short circuit current ina the 5 Ra When Uv phase to earth voltage 127V if 100V lt Vmeas lt 150V 6 230V if 150V lt Vmeas lt 265V This test is carried out at 15mA Connect red black and green test leads to P N and E L1 L2 and L3 terminals respectively Turn dial to J position Connect the test leads to the conductors on which the test is to be carried out by using the croc clips The following screen is displayed 386V voltage between P1 P2 voltage between 386V 386V voltage between P3 P1 P2 P3 P
19. voltage and the measurement was 0 160ms selective ims 2 erdg 2dgt unsuccessful See technical specification For RCD type A 500mA the MAN x5 and AUTO tests are not available The Ramp test measures tripping current MAN Minimum test time of 5 or 10 seconds depending on test voltage and insulation resistance See table below If Go is pressed and held for CONTACT VOLTAGE longer than 10 seconds the instrument continues to measure until the Measuring range V Resolution V Accuracy Go key is released 0 2Ut Lim 0 1 0 10 rdg 2dgt Ut Lim UL 25V or 50V AUTO The test ends when the measured value becomes stable TRIPPING CURRENT FOR RCD TYPE A AND AC TIMER Test duration can be adjusted from 10 999 seconds Adjust values RCD with in TUMA using S A or U Y This test can be used if a minimum Type RCD Range I y mA Resolution mA Accuracy lAN measuring time is required AC 0 5 1 4 Ian 0 1 lAN 0 10 lan A 0 5 2 4 lan i 100V 250V 500V 1000V RCD with I y gt 10mA Low resistance 5 seconds 10 seconds 10 seconds 10 seconds A 0 5 2 lan 4 RCD TEST 1 Connect the red black and green test leads or the plug top lead to P N E terminals respectively 2 Turn the dial to RCD j for RCD type A C sensitive to sine leakage current general or RCD iNe for RCD S type A sensitive to pulsating leakage current DC sensitive Display shows RCD ae or RCD AA at top centre 3
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