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1. 0 25mA 0 5mA 0 75mA 2 5mA 3 5mA 7 0mA 9 9mA 15 0mA Leakage R tije ni semuis baies 0 1mA 10 0mA Resolution re ttt ene eee de ove ut cde 0 01mA ACCU ACY oe iR ati 5 of reading 2 digits Pass Levels 0 25mA 0 5mA 0 75mA 1 5mA 2 25mA 2 5mA 3 0mA 3 5mA 9 9mA 84 Touch Leakage Touch Leakage Range e t EE E ee EE 0 1mA 2 0mA Resolution ee EE Re EER Ee eet egt eoe ees 0 01mA ACCUFacy ics De p IR 10 of reading 2 digits Pass Levels uie td 0 25mA 0 5mA 1 0mA Power Tests Socket Selectable 115V BS4343 BS546 230V BS 1363 socket Measured Voltage ee ee ee ee ek ke ee ee Re ee ee Re ee ee 90 300V Indication only Measured Load tae 0 AKVA IEC Lead Test Test Voltage ice me e Rte dev sae dud 40Vac Detects nesciens Open Short Good Reversed Test stimulus based on mains supply of 230V varies with supply voltage Mechanical SIZe o ode Ne b GE 450mm x 410mm x 155mm Weight sie dct cti de ate ent 3 5kg 85 Environmental Environmental Operating uie Ge ein O C to 40 C non condensing SIOrage dest ete De ee esee 10 C to 50 C non condensing MELD es OE OR OR ORE N 90 Supply Rating eierniie ee ee ee Re ee ee Re ee ek be ee 230V 50 60Hz Max Output Current cess n ETE Mq Ux aia 16A Fuses Internal ese ee ee ee ae not user replacable 86 Earth Bond Test Appendix A Purpose of Tests Ea
2. 5s add 0 4 to the earth bond limit J 10s add 0 4 to the earth bond limit 30s add 0 4 to the earth bond limit 99 Digit 10 Insulation Test Duration Second Testcode Digit 1 Sub Leakage Test Duration ja IR Ee E Pe EE M NM NE BE Za cae S T 1 2 3 Leakage Load Test Duration Unlimited 6 8 100 Testcode Tables Testcode Tables Unlimited 101 Number of Insulation Tests 1 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 SEITE Digit 7 Number of Substitute Leakage Tests 3 B LL 25 EE Unlimited 102 Testcode Tables Testcode Tables Digit 8 Not used set to 0 0 Reserved 1 Reserved 2 Reserved 3 Reserved Reserved 5 Reserved 6 Reserved 7 Reserved 8 Reserved 9 Reserved Reserved B____ Reserved 1 2 3 5 T Digit9 Number of Load Leakage Tests il oO alam alo alo 103 Testcode Tables Digit 10 Number of Touch Leakage Tests 30 These digits are included for compatibility with other Seaward test instruments They should be set to the indicated values unless they are being used with other tester 104
3. Low Voltage High Voltage Applying Power Indicates duration of test This will count down when the counter reaches zero if the Tester is still taking a measurement the counter will flash Primary Display Indicates test result or pass fail limit Secondary Display Indicates test output e g voltage or current 33 How to view Test Results How to view Test Results To view test results stored in memory use the cursor keys to highlight the VIEW TEST RESULTS option on the Main Menu and press Enter to display the following menu SEARCH FOR DATA APPLIANCE SITE LOCATION USER TEST STATUS STORAGE STATUS NORMAL DATE FROM 01 01 1900 00 00 DATE TO 04 03 2001 13 07 START SEARCH Use the cursor keys to highlight the required search parameters and press Enter to select the desired option Appliance Number Enter an Appliance number to search for specific results If the Appliance number field is left blank then the character will be inserted indicating a search for all appliances Site Name 34 How to view Test Results Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name and press Enter to select the desired option Select if you wish your search to include all of the sites Select Other to search for a Site not in the list this can happen if a Site Name has been modified after testing If you select OTHER you are prompted to enter a Site name Loca
4. South West Industrial Estate Peterlee Co Durham SR8 2SW Tel 44 0 191 586 3511 Fax 44 0 191 586 0227 service seaward co uk 80 Standard Accessories Chapter 6 Accessories A series of standard and optional accessories are available for the Seaward Europa Plus Tester The standard accessories are supplied with the Tester Standard Accessories Earth bond test lead 249A908 115V Adaptor UK Only 281A075 Instruction manual 302A550 Computer download lead 194A919 Carry Case 270A555 81 Optional Accessories Optional Accessories Accessory Part Number Calibration Checkbox 283A951 Barcode Scanner 283A922 Thermal Label Printer 283A954 Thermal Printer Labels 283A304 Appliance Number Labels 250 194A307 Serial Printer Lead 283A955 Serial PC Download Lead 9 9 way 194A919 Serial PC Download Lead 9 25way 194A920 Pass Labels 500 91B038 Read Write Brain Cell Reader 288A910 Brain Cells Self Adhesive 50 288A953 Brain Cells Cable Tie 50 288A954 PATGuard Plus Software 296A910 Test nTag Printer 308A910 82 Earth Bond Test Chapter 7 Specifications Earth Bond Test Test Voltage 0 0 ccc ee ee ee Re ee 6V nominal no load Test Current 4A 10A 25A selectable into s c load Range i n ade e EE EA Ei 40mQ 19 990 Resol ution n itn Res aet es 0 016 ACCUIACY ir obe ere niti 5 of reading 2 digits Pass Levels pe Egestas selectable ER E
5. i e all spaces if a password was previously set Set Brightness You can set the Brightness of the display Use the cursor keys to change the Brightness once the Brightness is set press the Green button to accept the changes Press the Red button to abort any changes made Factory Settings It is possible to reset the Europa Plus to the settings which were configured from new This option will first ask you if you are sure select Yes to reset or No to abort Caution This will restore all lists to default settings including SITE LIST LOCATION LIST USER LIST and TEST SETTINGS 66 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes How to use the Memory To use the memory tests and functions use the cursor keys to highlight the MEMORY OPTIONS on the Main Menu and press Enter to display the following menu VIEW MEMORY USED PERFORM MEMORY TEST DELETE SINGLE APPLIANCE CLEAR RESULTS MEMORY CLEAR UPLOAD MEMORY Use the cursor keys to highlight a test or function and press Enter to select the desired option View Memory Used The Tester allows the user to see how much of the results memory is being used The following bar graph of the memory remaining is displayed Perform Memory Test AVAILABLE MEMORY MEMORY CAPACITY REMAINING 98 67 Once the PERFORM MEMORY TEST option is highlighted press the enter button The memory test checks all of the appliance results against their checksums If the test passes
6. 2 Parity None Inter character Delay 20ms 76 Interfacing When to use a Barcode Scanner Barcodes can be scanned at the following points e Entering a Testcode as part of an Automatic Test in the ENTER TESTCODES screen e Entering a Testcode in the TEST SETTINGS EDITOR e Entering an Appliance number in the ENTER APPLIANCE DETAILS screen Interfacing The Tester provides two interfacing ports An input Serial Port for connection Barcode Reader Scanner Modem Brain Cell Reader An output Serial Port for connection to a PC Printer or Modem To avoid any problems during download ensure that leads are undamaged and correct for the application Downloading to Computer Software The Europa Plus can be setup to be compatible with various software packages The APLNCE amp CNMTS option can be found in SYSTEM CONFIGURATION in the SETUP menu this may need to be set for 10 DIGIT RESTRICTION for non Seaward software Check with your software supplier For all non Seaward software programs always select PATS as the DOWNLOAD FORMAT on the DOWNLOAD OPTIONS screen prior to Download For Seaward PAT software programs always select SSS as the DOWNLOAD FORMAT on the DOWNLOAD OPTIONS screen prior to Download 71 Downloading to Computer Software Serial Ports The serial port uses a standard 9 way D type connector Baud Rate 9600 19200 28800 selectable Start Bits 2 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 2 Parity
7. Appendix B Reference Information Factory set Test Sequences Name Earth Insulation Leakage Touch Flash Bond Leakage 230V 0 10 1 0MQ 0 5mA SKIP SKIP HH PORT 1 230V SKIP 2 0MQ 0 2bmA SKIP SKIP HH PORT 2 IT 0 12 1 MQ SKIP SKIP SKIP EQUIPMENT 1 IT SKIP 2 0MQ SKIP SKIP SKIP EQUIPMENT 2 230V 0 12 1 0MQ 3 5mA SKIP SKIP MOV STAT 1 230V SKIP 2 0MQ SKIP 0 25mA SKIP MOVISTAT 2 230VLEAD 0 082 1 0MQ SKIP SKIP SKIP 3M 230V LEAD 0 220 1 0MQ SKIP SKIP SKIP 6M 230V LEAD 0 32 1 0MQ SKIP SKIP SKIP 12M 230V 0 12 SKIP 075mA SKIP SKIP HH PORT NI 1 230V SKIP SKIP SKIP 0 25mA SKIP HH PORT NI 2 92 Factory set Test Sequences 110V 0 12 1 0MQ 0 5mA SKIP SKIP HH PORT 1 110V SKIP 2 0MQ SKIP 0 25mA SKIP HH PORT 2 110V 1 0MQ 3 5mA SKIP SKIP MOV STAT 1 110V SKIP 2 0MQ SKIP 0 25mA SKIP MOV STAT 2 110V LEAD 0 080 SKIP SKIP SKIP 3M n LEAD as SKIP SKIP SKIP 110VLEAD 0 3 1MQ SKIP SKIP SKIP 12M All tests have visual test included Extension lead tests include a Polarity check 93 Testcode Tables Testcode Tables The test sequence code is split into two 10 digit testcodes this Appendix describes how the two testcodes are broken down First Testcode Digit 1 Visual Voltage Inspection Polarity H No Visual Inspection 230V No Polarity Test Visual Inspection 230V No Polarity Test J No Visual Inspection 230V Polarity Test K Visual I
8. Use the up or down cursor keys to change the value or enter the digits directly using the keypad Select OK to store the settings or CANCEL to abort them Date To 04 08 2002 10 37 36 How to view Test Results This option allows the user to search for test results before the selected date Use the cursor keys to highlight the digit to be changed Use the cursor keys to change the value or enter the digits directly using the keypad Select OK to store the settings or CANCEL to abort them Search After all the search parameters have been set highlight START SEARCH amp press the Green or Enter button to search Search Result When you select Start Search the following screen will be displayed This screen displays the appliances that match the search criteria VIEW COHHMTS 37 Appliance Test Results It is possible to view the results obtained for a certain appliance by highlighting the appliance number and pressing the Enter button APPLIANCE 41234 SITE SITE 4 PASS LOCATION LOC 1 USER USER 1 TESTCODES I8GEdB8BBB21 5121111111 TEST DATE 19 89 2885 11 66 RETEST DUE 1976372664 TEST OUTPUT LIMIT RESULT VISUAL P INSULATION 5B8V 4 86H 299 994 P VIEH VIEW PAGE C MHNTS VISUAL UP A fast key is available to VIEW COMMENTS Use the Red button to return to the previous menu 38 How to perform Manual Tests How to perform Manual Tests Manual mode provides the user with direct acces
9. TEST which becomes ISOLATED TEST to return to the previous test mode enables the user to select an In Situ test Isolated Test This is a normal Earth Bond Test where the EUT is plugged into the Tester power socket and the Earth Bond lead is connected to the EUT This is the default test In Situ Test This is an Earth Bond Test where the EUT is not plugged into the Tester power socket but remains powered up from its normal power socket For this test to be correctly carried out the Europa Plus is required to be powered from an adjacent socket to the EUT s power socket 21 How to perform Automatic Tests There are two stages to this test 1 An Earth Bond Test to the socket earth This is carried out by connecting the Earth Bond lead to the Socket screw which should be earthed or an adjacent building earth to the EUT Press the Green button to activate the test No Pass or Fail will be displayed for this test During this stage of the test a large icon showing the earthbond probe and a mains socket outlet will be displayed 2 An Earth Bond Test to the EUT is now required This is carried out by connecting the Earth Bond lead to the EUT earthed cover Press the Green button to activate the test After the test the result of the Earth Bond Test will be displayed During this stage of the test a large icon showing the earthbond probe attached to a mains power appliance will be displayed Note Any subsequent Tests
10. WRITE DATA TO BRAIN CELL Use the cursor keys to highlight an option after test and press Enter to select the desired option New Test Perform a new test 28 How to perform Automatic Tests Review Test Results Display the results from the test in tabular form APPLIANCE 1234 SITE SITE 4 PASS LOCATION LOC 4 USER TESTCDDES IBEjBBaB21 2121111111 TEST DATE 19 89 2805 11 66 ETEST DUE 197603728084 TEST OUTPUT LIMIT RESULT VISUAL P INSULATION SAGWV i1 8BH3 299 99 P VIEH VIEH C MHNTS VISUAL A fast key is available to VIEW COMMENTS Use the Red button to return to the previous menu Results Comparison Selecting this option will cause the tester to search memory for a previously stored test result for the same Appliance and Site If there is one the display will show a comparison of the two test results If there is more than one the latest result will be compared Download Test Results This option allows previous test results to be downloaded to a printer PC or Z Modem The printer option allows a Pass Fail label to be printed on a compatible printer see Chapter 6 On selecting this option the DOWNLOAD OPTIONS menu is displayed Main Menu Return to the Main Menu 29 How to perform Automatic Tests Write Data to Brain Cell This option can only be used when combined with the Seaward Brain Cell Reader Full details of this option can be found in the Instruction Manual which is suppli
11. aie Eg Ne eves Ge EA Ee eg uen vane 85 Power TeSt t ui uinsuthendseutd uneninsisi b 85 IEG Lead Test EES AL ette in vette cote 85 Mechanical AI t GE EA RE GE EE ens 85 Environmental EE Se ee Ee t vete ee ER 86 APPENDIX A PURPOSE OF TESTS 87 Earth Bond T st ui Reis 87 Table of Contents Earth Screen Test iine ES ERGE nih deat Ee Ge ii 87 Insulation TES inne A eS ee 87 Substitute Leakage Test ee ee ee ee ee AA ee ee ee 88 IEC Lead Testo RE EE e Hee ee 88 Powered Testes soe den medien 89 Leakage Test nocere rete e tle e Pon epe Ee GE 90 Touch Leakage Teste is inei ttc io tte troie tt orem ote dede 90 Load Test gi A dell A Ge 91 APPENDIX B REFERENCE INFORMATION 92 Factory set Test Sequences ee ee ee ee ee ee ek ke ee ee 92 Testcode Tables RE enh wag ee ea SE 94 Disposal of Old Product Disposal of Old Product This product has been designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused When the crossed out wheelie bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002 96 EC Please familiarise yourself with the appropriate local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products Please dispose of this product according to local regulations Do not dispose of this product along with normal waste material The correct disposal of this product will help prevent poten
12. in the Test sequence will be disabled for an In Situ test selected during Automatic testing The stored Test sequence will not be affected by choosing an In Situ test If any test in the test sequence fails then the test sequence is aborted and a fail is displayed A Failure Menu may be shown if the option is selected see SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Options 22 How to perform Automatic Tests Use Testcodes This option bypasses the need to edit a specific test sequence allowing direct entry of a Testcode through the keyboard or a barcode scanner OUTPUT LIMIT DUR NUM 230V VISUAL YES EARTH BOND 4A 0 10Q 5 INSULATION 500V 0 50MQ 5 SUB LEAKAGE SKIP LEAKAGE SKIP TOUCH LEAKAGE SKIP POLARITY SKIP TESTCODE 1 I2F8008032 TESTCODE 2 R222111111 PERFORM TEST Use the cursor keys to highlight the Testcode to be changed Press Enter to select that digit Use the keyboard to change the value of the digit Press Enter to confirm the change Press the Red button to abort changes to the selected Testcode Use a barcode scanner to enter a Testcode Use the cursor keys to highlight the PERFORM TEST option and press Enter to commence the test sequence Press the Red button to return to the previous menu Perform Test Use the cursor keys to highlight the Perform Test option and press Enter to perform the test Pressing the Red Button will return to the previous menu The screen will change to the Meter Display see separate
13. is the subject of electrical tests using stimuli generated within the Tester The EUT is not provided with mains power The test technician using the Tester to perform tests on a EUT 11 Quick Reference Quick Reference Editing the date in all modes On delivery of the Europa Plus it is necessary to ensure that the correct date and time are stored Once stored the date time is retained in memory and does not need to be entered again To edit the date from the MAIN MENU select SETUP select CHANGE DATE TIME use the cursor keys to highlight the digit to be changed To store the changed time date setting return to the MAIN MENU The unit will then display the message STORING SYSTEM DATA Entering a User Name On delivery of Europa Plus it is necessary to ensure that a user name s is stored To edit the user list from the MAIN MENU select SETUP select EDIT USER LIST OPTIONS use the cursor keys and select a name Press the Green button to display the EDIT USER SETTINGS screen Press the Green button to edit the NAME use the keyboard to type in the desired name and press the Green button to enable the OK Fast key To save the changes and return to the previous menu select the OK fast key Storing Appliance Test Results in Automatic mode The Appliance Test Results will not be stored until you leave the COMMENTS screen after a test Select the OK fast key to leave the COMMENTS screen When storing results the message STORING RE
14. section How to use the Meter Display for an explanation 23 How to perform Automatic Tests Visual Test If a visual test is included as part of the test sequence the following screen will be displayed VISUAL RESULT INSPECTION COVER CASE POWER CORD PLUG The first inspection COVER CASE will be pre selected on entering this screen Users can also navigate up and down the columns Hitting the Fast key marked PASS will cause a Pass to be entered for the selected VISUAL INSPECTION and the next inspection to be selected Hitting the Fast key marked FAIL will cause a Fail to be entered for the selected VISUAL INSPECTION and the next inspection to be selected Hitting the fast key marked N A Not Applicable will cause N A to be entered for the selected VISUAL INSPECTION and the next inspection to be selected Only when all tests have a result will the RH Fast key display and allow an OK Enter Green key will cause an OK action if all results are filled Once the table has been completed then a large tick or cross will appear depending on the overall result any X will cause an overall Fail The Overall Pass Fast key will set a Pass for every VISUAL INSPECTION After the visual tests the test sequence will continue into the first actual electrical test of the test sequence Note Help screens may be displayed depending on the User Level set It is possible to stop these appearing by altering the
15. the cursor to highlight the desired option Performing a Manual Test After selecting the appropriate test the tester displays a screen from which you can set test parameters The user can change an individual setting when the parameter is shown in inverse video Use the left and right cursor keys to highlight a field on the display Then use the up amp down cursor keys to change the variable in the selected field In Situ Earth Bond Test When selecting an Earth Bond Test and setting the Test Current parameter to 100mA the test can be performed in one of two ways A Fast key IN SITU TEST which becomes ISOLATED TEST to return to the previous test mode enables the user to select an In Situ test Isolated Test This is a normal Earth Bond Test where the EUT is plugged into the Tester power socket and the Earth Bond lead is connected to the EUT This is the default test In Situ Test This is an Earth Bond Test where the EUT is not plugged into the Tester power socket but remains powered up from its normal power socket For this test to be correctly carried out the Europa Plus is required to be powered from an adjacent socket to the EUT s power socket 42 How to perform Manual Tests There are two stages to this test 1 An Earth Bond Test to the socket earth This is carried out by connecting the Earth Bond lead to the Socket screw which should be earthed or an adjacent building earth to the EUT Press the Green
16. then no action is taken If the test fails then the Memory checksum requires updating Use the cursor keys and press Enter to choose an action if corrupted tests are found Note The memory checksum is the sum of all of the memory excluding display data registers and deleted tests Delete Single Appliance DELETE SINGLE APPLIANCE Enter the Appliance number to delete a single appliance and press Enter A warning Are You Sure prompt will appear Press the No Fast key to return to the previous menu or press the Yes Fast key to perform the delete operation and return to the previous menu Note Deleting Appliances in this way will delete all of the matched appliances across all Sites and Locations When a single appliance is deleted it is not removed from memory but hidden from the user This test is still resident in memory and is taking up memory space this test can be reviewed downloaded at a later date Since the test is still resident in memory the View Memory Capacity indicates there are results stored In this situation to remove all resident tests select clear results memory 68 How to upload Clear Results Memory This option will delete all of the appliances currently stored in memory and should be used carefully Note Users will be asked whether they are sure about performing this action A warning Are You Sure prompt will appear Press the No fast key to return to the previous menu
17. D E UNFROT EO USER LIEF UNPROTECTED EDIT AA TE LABEL TITLE The SYSTEM CONFIGURATION settings cover the range of system settings available to the User APPLIANCE ID This option allows the User to predetermine the Appliance Number Options are BLANK REPEAT LAST INCREMENT LAST BLANK Each time the appliance number field is displayed it will be blank REPEAT LAST Each time the Appliance Number field is displayed it will be a repeat of the last number INCREMENT LAST The least significant number will be incremented by one each time the Appliance Number field is displayed Default is BLANK SUB LEAKAGE This option allows you to set the Sub Leakage value indicated 10 6 or 0 high depending upon national legislation or best practice Default is 0 63 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes POWER POLARITY This option will allow the tester to perform the power tests in one of three ways INPUT POLARITY perform the power tests with the same mains polarity as the Europa Plus is powered AUTO CORRECTED perform the power tests with the mains correct polarity even if the Europa Plus is powered from a socket which has the mains polarity reversed INPUT amp REVERSED this option will perform two power tests for every one selected one with the correct mains polarity and one with the reverse mains polarity Default is INPUT POLARITY ON TEST FAILURE This gives the User the option of having a men
18. E beu 4 wire measurement floating earth DC Earth Bond Test Test Voltage ss DE ES nents 4V nominal no load Test Current 200mA 200mA selectable into s c load ELE a EE ieee Toe eG N 40mQ 19 99Q Resolution is ou ae eee e RR cdd 0 016 ACCUFACY i oi n Hd ti a 5 of reading 2 digits Pass Levels 4 EE mt ttv etae msn selectable MISE oe aer eto eerte 12 4 wire measurement floating earth Earth Screen Test Test Voltage F ee ee ee ee Re ee ee 100mV nominal no load Test Current ee ee ee ee ee ee Ge eens 100mA into s c load ETER RO ET 40mQ 19 99Q Resolution rs iine med Her Leda 0 016 Accuracy ee ee ee ee 5 of reading 2 digits up to 5 00Q Pass Eevels ennt eat ee ais domitis selectable MISC i irte noon 4 wire measurement floating earth 83 Insulation Test Insulation Test Test Voltage 500V d c or 250V d c nominal 0 5MQ load Short Circuit Current 0 ee ee ee ee ee 2mA d c maximum Range ico pn a iene dees 100kQ 100 MQ Resolution eee teen 0 01 MQ 100 MQ Accuracy 5 of reading 2 digits 100kQ 20MQ Pass Levels 0 5MQ 1MQ 2MQ 4MO 7MQ 10MQ 50MQ Substitute Leakage Test Test Voltage EER Ses aca eene 40V a c o c Display Range sse 0 1 20 0 mA a c Resolution genae eee em eus 0 01mA Accuracy 10 of reading 2 digits 1 00 20mA Pass Levels
19. Fast key It is also possible to compare the new Test Results with any previous Test Results stored in memory for the same Appliance at the same Site To compare the new Test Results with previous Test Results select the COMPARE RESULTS Fast key Note If there are more than one set of Test Results found in memory the Results Comparison will be with the latest chronological Test Results To enter comments use the keyboard and enter comments into the box Press Enter for a new line To store the comments press the OK Fast key Your results and comments will now be stored 27 How to perform Automatic Tests The inverse video descriptions are Comments Designators These are used to remind the user what to enter into each comment line They are defaulted to correspond with the requirements of the PATSLite software supplied with the tester The Asset Description should be entered into Comment Line 1 To change Comment Designators see SYSTEM CONFIGURATION found in the SETUP menu Note The PATSLite software expects the first line of the comments to contain the Asset Description Whatever is typed into the first line will appear as an Asset description in PATSLite If nothing is entered then PATSLite will use the Appliance as an Asset Description Options after Test The options menu is displayed when an Automatic sequence has been completed NEW TEST REVIEW TEST RESULTS RESULTS COMPARISON DOWNLOAD TEST RESULTS MAIN MENU
20. GA Graphical Liquid Crystal Display LCD The keyboard consists of an alphanumeric keyboard together with specific function keys To the bottom of the keyboard are five function keys which allow the user fast access to options displayed on the Display There are four cursor keys used to navigate the menus To the bottom of the keyboard are the two main function keys which perform execute and cancel function as well as Start and Stop The Europa Plus also has the ability to use non standard characters which can be displayed by pressing the Symbols key during text entry Simply use the cursor keys to highlight the required character and press the Green button You can also use numeric keys 1 9 to move you to extreme points of the symbol matrix The Shift can also be used when editing text Shift and Left key Go to start of line Right key Go to end of line Go to start of text Down key Go to end of text Delete key Delete character under cursor 10 Definitions Definitions Equipment Under Test The electrical electronic apparatus EUT Powered Tests Fast keys Tester Un powered Tests User which is the subject of testing The EUT is supplied with mains voltage with measurement being taken of leakage currents The keys with symbols to the left of the keyboard These are used to select menu options displayed on the screen The Seaward Europa Plus Portable Appliance Tester The EUT
21. If you need to change the current Site use the cursor keys to highlight SITE and press Enter to select another Site name Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name and press Enter to select the desired option If you need to change the current Location use the cursor keys to highlight LOCATION and press Enter to change the Location name 40 How to perform Manual Tests SELECT LOCATION WORKSHOP Use the cursor keys to highlight a Location name and press Enter to select the desired option Note Default settings for Sites and Test Sequences are pre loaded into the Tester See How to use Setup to change these settings Re Test Period Use the cursor keys to select RE TEST PERIOD and then press the ENTER key to choose a re test period RE TEST PERIOD 6 MONTHS 12 MONTHS 24 MONHTS 48 MONTHS OTHER Complete the rest of ENTER APPLIANCE DETAILS as normal and move on to the next stage in the test process Note for PATGuard Plus Users Re test periods are downloaded with test results and are compared with re test periods of existing Assets on PATGuard Plus or used as the re test period for new Assets This is to ensure that re test periods are synchronized across the PAT system Asset Upload from PATGuard Plus will also include the re test period 41 How to perform Manual Tests Select Manual Test Use the appropriate number key from the table to select a specific test or use
22. Mains voltage applied to appliance The following powered tests differ from the previous tests in that they apply mains supply voltage to the appliance to perform their functions e Leakage Test e Touch Leakage Test e Load Test The Tester performs an initial low voltage test to establish that the appliance can be safely powered A Warning It is important that the user verifies that an appliance with moving parts e g an electric drill is safely mounted to allow movement without causing damage to equipment or personnel If the potential load current is too high a warning message appears allowing the user to continue If a Live to Neutral short exists this message will appear and if tests are continued the fuses will blow If the potential load current is low a warning message appears to allow the user to check that the appliance is switched on and all fuses are intact The Tester also performs a safety test to verify that internal relays are properly set before applying full mains supply to the appliance Power to the appliance will remain until the Red Button is pressed This allows the user to switch between the three powered tests without removing power from the appliance 89 Leakage Test Leakage Test ZN Warning Mains voltage applied to appliance The Leakage Test shows the current being lost through Leakage as the difference in the currents flowing in the Live and the Neutral conductors This difference is th
23. None Inter character Delay 20ms 78 Cleaning the Tester Chapter 5 Maintaining the Tester Cleaning the Tester The Tester case can be cleaned with a damp cloth with if necessary a small amount of mild detergent Prevent excessive moisture around the socket panel or in the lead storage area Do not allow liquid inside the Tester or near the sockets panel Do not use abrasives solvents or alcohol If any liquid is spilt into the Tester case the Tester should be returned for repair stating the cause of the defect 79 User Maintenance User Maintenance The Tester is a rugged quality instrument However care should always be taken when using transporting and storing this type of equipment Failure to treat the product with care will reduce both the life of the instrument and its reliability If the Tester is subject to condensation allow the Tester to completely dry before use e Always check the Tester and all test leads for signs of damage and wear before use e Do not open the Tester under any circumstances e Keep the instrument clean and dry e Avoid testing in conditions of high electrostatic or electromagnetic fields e Maintenance should only be performed by authorised personnel e There are no user replaceable parts in the Tester e The unit should be regularly calibrated at least annually e For repair or calibration return the instrument to Seaward at Seaward Electronic Limited Bracken Hill
24. PTIONS menu giving the User further choices NEW TEST Will display the ENTER APPLIANCE DETAILS screen to immediately commence the next test DOWNLOAD NEW TEST Will Download the test results with out further prompting and display the ENTER APPLIANCE DETAILS screen to immediately commence the next test When this option is chosen a further option is required to CONFIGURE the Download Default is OPTIONS ROLL PRINTER This allows the user to define the roll printer to be used with the Europa Plus For barcode printing with the Seaward Thermal Printer 283A954 set to SEAWARD 283A954 DATE AND TIME This allows the user to password protect the date and time An existing password must be setup before this option will become effective USER LIST This allows the user to password protect the USER LIST An existing password must be setup before this option will become effective 65 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes Change Password It is possible to Password protect the TEST SEQUENCE EDITOR and the SYSTEM CONFIGURATION If you currently do not have password protection you will be asked to enter a new password twice once for confirmation If you currently do have password protection then you will be asked for the old password before entering a new one again you will be asked for the new password twice To clear the password protection simply press Enter when asked for the new password Or set the field to blank
25. SULTS is displayed Storing Appliance Test Results in Manual mode The Appliance Test Results will not be stored until a Manual Appliance Sequence has been completed To do this first press the letter A on the key pad this will prompt you for an Appliance number enter this and press the Green button twice if the Site and Location do not require to be changed Perform the tests required then press the letter C on the key pad this will prompt you to enter COMMENTS select the OK Fast key to store the results When storing results the message STORING RESULTS is displayed 12 Quick Reference Storing System Data System Data consists of everything changed from within the SETUP MENU To store the System Data return to the MAIN MENU from the SETUP MENU The unit will then display the message STORING SYSTEM DATA This will only be done if changes have been made if no changes have been made then the system data will not be updated Using Symbols in Text Fields Although there is an option to use non ASCII symbols for Appliance numbers Site names Location names User names and Comments there is no guarantee that your computer software will support them If you are unsure avoid using symbols 13 Quick Reference Chapter 2 Connecting the Tester The Tester must be powered by a 230V supply The supply must include an earth connection via a 3 pin mains plug When switched on the Tester will carry out a short self test procedure a
26. Seaward Europa Plus Portable Appliance Tester Instruction Manual 302A550 July 2009 2009 Seaward Electronic Ltd Issue 3 Limited Warranty amp Limitation of Liability SEAWARD Electronic Limited guarantees this product for a period of 1 year The period of warranty will be effective from the day of delivery Copyright 2009 All rights reserved Nothing from this edition may be multiplied or made public in any form or manner either electronically mechanically by photocopying recording or in any manner without prior written consent from SEAWARD Electronic Limited This also applies to accompanying drawings and diagrams Due to a policy of continuous development SEAWARD Electronic Limited reserves the right to alter the equipment specification and description outlined in this publication without prior notice and no part of this publication shall be deemed to be part of any contract for the equipment unless specifically referred to as an inclusion within such contract Table of Contents Disposal of Old Product se ee ee AR Ge ee ee ee ee Re Re ee 1 Declaration of ConfOrMIty ee ee ee Ge ee RR ee ee 2 Before Starting edite Ee tte aa 3 Safety sie OR HP Men Pee 4 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING THE TESTER 6 Introduction eee rte ant en i e d EG 6 Your Portable Appliance Tester ie se ee ee GR Ee RA ee 7 The Top Panel 4 5 aste de utes 8 Th Keyboard i i e eoi tette ied 9 Definition
27. User Level See EDIT USER LIST OPTIONS If an Insulation test has been selected then once the test has commenced a screen similar to the following will be displayed 24 How to perform Automatic Tests B uma 2 200 UUM OO vz HELP If an external connection e g a probe is required the display will flash the connection icon The user needs to connect the probe The test can then proceed when the Green or Enter button is pressed At the end of each test in the test sequence the display will indicate the result In Situ Earth Bond Test For test sequences which include an Earth Bond Test where the Test Current parameter is set to 100mA the test can be performed in one of two ways A Fast key IN SITU TEST which becomes ISOLATED TEST to return to the previous test mode enables the user to select an In Situ test Isolated Test This is a normal Earth Bond Test where the EUT is plugged into the Tester power socket and the Earth Bond lead is connected to the EUT This is the default test In Situ Test This is an Earth Bond Test where the EUT is not plugged into the Tester power socket but remains powered up from its normal power Socket For this test to be correctly carried out the Europa Plus is required to be powered from an adjacent socket to the EUT s power socket 25 How to perform Automatic Tests There are two stages to this test 1 An Earth Bond Test to the socket earth This is carri
28. arch for results menu The user can then conduct other search or press the red button to return to the main menu Press the red button to return to the search menu 52 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes The Europa Plus is capable of printing barcode labels in conjunction with a compatible thermal printer see chapter 6 To Print Barcode Pass Fail Labels To print barcode pass fail labels it is necessary to carry out an actual test see how to perform automatic tests After a test is complete and the results stored in memory it is possible to download results to a thermal printer see how to download results and print pass fail labels To print barcode testcodes To print barcode test codes select SETUP from the Main Menu and select EDIT TEST SETTINGS from the SETUP menu From the SELECT TEST SETTINGS menu chose the desired test e g 230V HH PORT 1 Attach the compatible printer to the port and from the TEST SETTINGS EDITOR highlight the PRINT TESTCODE option and press enter Note The restrictions of paper width means that appliance numbers representing more than 12 characters cannot be printed and a numbered label will print instead Testcodes are accommodated since these are displayed as two lines of 10 characters 53 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes How to use Setup To set up the Tester use the cursor keys to highlight the Setup option on the Main Menu a
29. bels and Testcodes User Level Use the cursor keys to highlight a USER LEVEL and press Enter to select the desired option Novice User Selects the User level as a NOVICE user This will cause Help screens to be displayed prior to every test Advanced User Selects the user level as an ADVANCED user No Help will be displayed before each test automatically Help is still available from the Help fast key Startup Mode Use the cursor keys to highlight a test mode on startup and press Enter to select the desired option Automatic Mode The Tester will start up in Automatic Mode with the Tester displaying the Main Menu Manual Mode The Tester will start up in Manual Mode with the Tester displaying the Manual Test Selection Menu Beep on Key Press Use the cursor keys to highlight the option and press Enter to select the desired option This option will cause a beep every time a key is pressed Beep on Tests Use the cursor keys to highlight the option and press Enter to select the desired option This option will cause beep whenever the High Voltage Test in Progress icon is displayed or a test has failed 59 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes Beep on Barcodes Use the cursor keys to highlight the option and press Enter to select the desired option This option will cause a beep whenever a barcode has been received Beep on Warning Use the cursor keys to highlight the option and press Enter to
30. button to activate the test No Pass or Fail will be displayed for this test During this stage of the test a large icon showing the earthbond probe and a mains socket outlet will be displayed 2 An Earth Bond Test to the EUT is now required This is carried out by connecting the Earth Bond lead to the EUT earthed cover Press the Green button to activate the test After the test the result of the Earth Bond Test will be displayed During this stage of the test a large icon showing the earthbond probe attached to a mains power appliance will be displayed Earth Bond Limit Calculator Earth Bond tests have an additional Fast Key LIMIT CALC Selecting this enables the User to set an accurate Earth Bond Test limit by specifying the cable parameters In Situ Touch Leakage Test The Touch Leakage Test can be performed without powering down the EUT and plugging it into the tester power socket The only connection the User is required to make is to connect the Earth Bond Test lead to the exposed metal work of the EUT and then perform the test 43 How to perform Manual Tests Note When the connection icon is flashing you cannot change any settings The settings cannot be changed for a test if you have performed that test from within an appliance sequence For example after selecting Create Appliance No you can only change the Earth Bond settings on the first Earth Bond test all subsequent Earth Bond test will conform to the sa
31. d a eave tette eR at 69 How to change the USeF ee ee ee ee ee ke ee ee ke ee ee ke ee ee 70 Help Provided to the USeF ese ee ee ee ee ee ee AR ee 71 The effect of User Levels during Test Sequences 72 CHAPTER 4 TIPS amp TROUBLESHOOTING 73 Power On Self tests ii ees ee ek ke ee Re ee ee ke ee ek Re ee 73 Sequence Warning Faults sese 74 Safety Tests during operation ee ee ee ee AR ee AR ee ee 75 Temperature monitoring cece ee ee ee ee AA ee Re ee ee 76 Table of Contents Multiple Earth Connections iese se ee ee ee ee ee RR RR Re Ge ee ee ee ee 76 BarCOd S uit octal RE oe EN GR AE EER EE de 76 Interfacing x ecc EE Dre DR etes 71 Downloading to Computer Software ies ee ek ee 71 CHAPTER 5 MAINTAINING THE TESTER 79 Cleaning the Tester 79 User Maintenance ESE SERE ee et eter debeo tee ce E EROS 80 CHAPTER 6 ACCESSORIES ern 81 Standard Accessories sess eee nnns 81 Optional ACCESSOLSIES ccccccceceseeeeeseeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeseeesesesenenes 82 CHAPTER 7 SPECIFICATIONS ren 83 Earth Bond Test MNR EA EE a s 83 DC Earth Bond Test EE SE EE ceil aie 83 Earth Screen TeSt anieri eg eet eed Eo 83 InsulatiofTest EE aren tee te ein trs 84 Substitute Leakage Test ee se RR Re Ee ee ee Ee Re ee ee ee ee 84 Leakage ninie betur tt qe dbi pd 84 Touch Leakage oeni
32. e Labels and Testcodes Store Settings Use the cursor keys to highlight the OK and press Enter or select the OK Fast key to save the settings and return to the previous menu Pressing the Red Button will abort all of the changes made and return to the previous menu Print Testcodes The Testcodes can be printed using a compatible printer see Chapter 6 Use the cursor keys to highlight PRINT TESTCODES then press the Enter button to start the print The following message will be displayed PRINTING TESTCODES PRESS THE RED BUTTON TO ABORT On completion of printing the TEST SETTINGS EDITOR menu is displayed Press the Red Button to return to the TEST SETTINGS EDITOR menu 57 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes Edit User List Options USER 3 Use the cursor keys to highlight a User name and press Enter to select the desired option NAME JOHN USER LEVEL ADVANCED STARTUP MODE AUTO BEEP ON KEYPRESS YES BEEP ON TESTS YES BEEP ON BARCODES YES BEEP ON WARNING YES OK To change the user name highlight NAME and press the Enter button Note If you change the name of the user during testing all of the previous tests will still be referenced to the old user name this gives unlimited amounts of users within the test results memory Use the cursor keys to highlight options that can be selected for each User and press Enter to select the desired option 58 How to print Barcode La
33. e anes 41 Performing a Manual Test se de ee ee 42 How to download Data ees ee ee ee ee ke ee ee ke ee ee ke ee ee 47 Destinations 43 0 EE eam ata am eae 47 Output Connection esses 48 Baud RAE EE EN EE Re ee DE EE ut eis 48 Download Format essen 48 Appliance Number inerea ee ma ee ee ee aaa 49 Location Name ee ee AR AA ee emen 50 User Name 25 AA DE PG AE A ed AG 51 Test Staltus EE ME otro f eode t 51 Storage Status iese ee ee ee ee Re ee Ge RR ee ee de ee ee 51 Date T i nei tee de ge eens 52 Table of Contents eed EE EE EE 52 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes 53 To Print Barcode Pass Fail Labels 53 To print barcode testcodes ee ee se RR ee ee 53 Edit Test Settings eme ee Ge ee eg 54 Edit User List Options iese ee ee ee ee ee Ge Re AR ee 58 Edit Site lISt e AE N EE 60 Edit Location Liste eei onneen aaee eee 61 Change Date Time 62 Edit Phone BOOK List ees ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 62 Change Password ee ee ee ee ee ee Re ee Re ee ee 66 Set BrightneSs iis ett e dins 66 Factory Settingan raea ee de ee ee ee ee n 66 View Memory Used ee ee ee ee ee ee ee emm 67 Perform Memory Test ss se de reii 67 Delete Single Appliance 68 Clear Results Memory sse 69 Clear Upload Memory ee ee se ee ee Re ee Re ee ee 69 Howto Uploa
34. e of the field descriptions is highlighted OUTPUT LIMIT DUR NUM 230V YES EARTH BOND 4A 0 10Q 5 INSULATION 0 50MQ 5 POLARITY PERFORM TEST Use the cursor keys to highlight a field to be changed and press Enter to select the desired option Test Parameter Fields By selecting one of the test parameter fields from the Default Sequence a list of options for that field will be displayed OUTPUT LIMIT DURATION NUMBER 230V SKIP 0 25mA 0 50mA 0 75mA 1 50mA 2 25mA 2 50mA 3 00mA 3 50mA 9 90mA 20 How to perform Automatic Tests Use the cursor left and right keys to highlight the description then use the cursor up and down keys to highlight the required setting Use the cursor left and right keys to change the highlighted field Use the Enter key or OK Fast key to save the settings and return to the Default Sequence Editor Repeat this process for each field as appropriate Press the red button to abort changes made to the settings and return to the Default Sequence Editor Earth Bond Limit Calculator Earth Bond tests have an additional Fast Key LIMIT CALC Selecting this enables the User to set an accurate Earth Bond Test limit by specifying the cable parameters To start the test sequence select PERFORM TEST In Situ Earth Bond Test For test sequences which include an Earth Bond Test where the Test Current parameter is set to 100mA the test can be performed in one of two ways A Fast key IN SITU
35. e total leakage away from the appliance and is generally equivalent to the current flow through the earth lead of the appliance and displays the result in milliamps mA This differential method of determining leakage will show the full leakage of an appliance in situ so if the appliance has an extra earth point i e water pipe then the Tester will show the full and true appliance leakage This is also known as Enclosure or Differential Leakage Touch Leakage Test IN Warning Mains voltage applied to appliance The Touch Test displays the current that would flow if the appliance was touched by a person This is based on a body model of 2kQ The Tester detects any current flowing in the Earth Bond Lead attached to an appropriate point on the appliance and indicates the potential leakage through a metal panel The Tester displays the result in milliamps mA 90 Load Test Load Test A Warning Mains voltage applied to appliance The Power test supplies the equipment under test appliance connected to 115V 230V test sockets with the rated voltage of that socket The Tester measures the power used by the appliance and displays the reading in kVA There is no test duration limit on the Power tests Once supplied with power the appliance will be supplied until the test is cancelled This will allow appliances with slow start up speeds the time to ramp up to their working state 91 Factory set Test Sequences
36. ed option Select if you wish your search to include all of the sites Select Other to search for a Site not in the list this can happen if a Site Name has been modified after testing If you select other you are required to enter a Site name Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name from the list and press Enter to select the desired option Note If the list contains more sites than the unit can display then use the cursor keys to scroll through the list Location Name LOCATION LIST OTHER Use the cursor keys to highlight a Location name and press Enter to select the desired option Select if you wish your search to include all of the names Select Other to search for a Location not in the list this can happen if a Location name has been modified after testing If you select OTHER then you are prompted to enter a Location name 50 How to download Data Note If the list contains more locations than the unit can display then use the cursor keys to scroll through the list User Name Use the cursor keys to highlight a User name and press Enter to select the desired option Select X jf you wish your search to include all of the names Select Other to search for a User not in the list this can happen if a User name has been modified after testing If you select OTHER then you are prompted to enter a User name Note If the list contains more users than the u
37. ed out by connecting the Earth Bond lead to the Socket screw which should be earthed or an adjacent building earth to the EUT Press the Green button to activate the test No Pass or Fail will be displayed for this test During this stage of the test a large icon showing the earthbond probe and a mains socket outlet will be displayed 2 An Earth Bond Test to the EUT is now required This is carried out by connecting the Earth Bond lead to the EUT earthed cover Press the Green button to activate the test After the test the result of the Earth Bond Test will be displayed During this stage of the test a large icon showing the earthbond probe attached to a mains power appliance will be displayed Note Any subsequent Tests in the Test sequence will be disabled for an In Situ test selected during Automatic testing The stored Test sequence will not be affected by choosing an In Situ test If any test in the test sequence fails then the test sequence is aborted and a fail is displayed A Failure Menu may be shown if the option is selected see SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Options 26 How to perform Automatic Tests Add Comments APPLIANCE 1234 SITE BP LOCATION LOC USER DAVID B2 18024280803 14 27 ASSET DESCRIPTION NOTES NOTES REVIEH COMPARE RESULTS RESULTS When you have completed testing the EUT you can enter comments The Test Results can be reviewed before entering any comments by selecting the REVIEW RESULTS
38. ed with every Brain Cell Reader Abort Actions During an Automatic test pressing the Red Button immediately stops the test in progress and displays the following menu ABORT OPTIONS RESTART TEST RESTART APPLIANCE ABORT TEST ABORT APPLIANCE Use the cursor keys to highlight an action following abort and press Enter to select the desired option Restart Test Restart the current test Restart Appliance Restart the first test in the test sequence for the current appliance Abort Test Abort the test without storing a test result and select the next test Abort Appliance Abort the test sequence and select a new appliance 30 How to use the Meter Display How to use the Meter Display The following screen is displayed prior to tests commencing in both Manual Mode and Automatic Mode Ref Number Test Icon Connection Icon ME di Test in Progress Icon 6 Test Duration Counter Primary Display Secondary Display 31 How to use the Meter Display Test Icon Indicates the test selected Visual h Earth Bond 7 SUB Insulation Substitute Leakage n gt Flash Leakage amp Load Touch Leakage HR Polarity Connection Icon Indicates connection required for external probes A Earth Bond No Probe EER B IEC Lead How to use the Meter Display Test in Progress Icon Indicates test in progress with voltage warning LV ANN ANE Test Duration Counter
39. ere is one the display will show a comparison of the two test results If there is more than one the latest result will be compared 46 How to download Data How to download Data To download results stored in memory use the cursor keys to highlight the Download Results option from the Main Menu and press Enter to display the following menu DESTINATION PC OUTPUT CONNECTION RS232 BAUD RATE 9600 DOWNLOAD FORMAT SSS OK Use the cursor keys to highlight the required parameters Use repeated presses of the enter button to show the desired options for destination output connection and baud rate Destination This option of selects the device to send the test results to the available options are PC Download the test results to a computer with a compatible software package Select this option to download to PAT software GENERIC PRINTER Download the test results to a compatible serial printer ROLL PRINTER Download the results to a compatible Roll Printer Z MODEM This option can only be used when combined with a Seaward MODEM 283A969 Full details of this option can be found in the manual which is supplied with every MODEM 47 How to download Data TRANSFER PRINTER This option can only be used with the Seaward Test N Tag System 308A910 Full details of this option can be found in the manual supplied with every Test N Tag System Output Connection Selects the tester output co
40. ered on a number of messages can possibly appear as the Tester performs safety tests on itself and the mains power supply If a voltage greater than 30V is detected on the neutral input line or the earth is missing then the following message will be displayed LIVE AND NEUTRAL REVERSED PRESS ANY KEY TO CONTINUE Check for incorrect wiring on supply The next test will check for an earth connection If there is no Earth connection the following message will appear POSSIBLE DISCONNECTED FLOATING OR ISOLATED EARTH CHECK INPUT EARTH BEFORE PROCEEDING PROCEED ONLY IF YOU KNOW THE INPUT EARTH IS ISOLATED PROCEEDING WITH AN INCORRECT EARTH MAY GIVE INCORRECT TEST RESULTS Check for incorrect wiring on supply 73 Sequence Warning Faults The Tester will fail the earth check if it is being supplied with a balanced supply e g isolating transformer since it will detect phase voltage on both L and N supply connections Only continue if certain that the supply is balanced and the earth on the Tester connection is secure If all the above is checked OK then the Europa Plus may be faulty Contact your Seaward Agent for repair The unit then completes an internal check If any faults are found then the following message will be displayed INTERNAL RELAY FAULT CANNOT PROCEED If this message is displayed then the Europa Plus is faulty and should be returned to you Seaward Agent fo
41. ers the user has the option of sending data as a continuous list or as pass fail labels When using a compatible thermal roll printer the pass fail labels will produce appliance numbers in a number and barcode format However the restrictions of paper width means that appliance numbers representing more than 12 characters cannot be printed and a numbered label will print instead Testcodes are accommodated since these are displayed as two lines of 10 characters each Use repeated presses of the enter button to show desired settings for download format If appropriate the option field will illuminate Use repeated presses of the Enter button to show desired settings When the download options are set highlight the OK field and press the enter button or select the OK Fast key to display the following menu APPLIANCE SITE LOCATION USER TEST STATUS STORAGE STATUS NORMAL DATE FROM 01 01 1900 00 00 DATE TO 04 03 2001 13 07 START SEARCH Use the cursor keys to highlight the required search parameters and press Enter to select the desired option Appliance Number Enter an Appliance number to search for specific results If the Appliance number field is left blank then the character will be inserted indicating to search for all of the appliances 49 How to download Data Site Name OTHER SEAWARD SITE 2 SITE 3 Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name and press Enter to select the desir
42. es during automatic testing When Name is highlighted press the Enter button then use the keyboard to enter a new name for the Test Sequence of up to 15 characters and press Enter to confirm 55 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes Test Parameter Fields By selecting one of the test parameter fields from the TEST SETTINGS EDITOR a list of options for that field will be displayed INSULATION Test for example LIMIT DUR SKIP 2s 0 50MQ 5s 1 00MQ 10s 2 00MQ 30s 4 00MQ 7 00MO 10 00MQ 50 00MQ When you first enter this menu all of the previous values and one of the Test Parameter columns are highlighted Use the cursor left and right keys to highlight the Test Parameter to be changed and then use the cursor up and down keys to highlight the required setting Use this process for each Test Parameter Use the Enter button or OK Fast key to save the settings and return to the TEST SETTINGS EDITOR Press the Red button to abort changes made to the settings and return to the TEST SETTINGS EDITOR Earth Bond Limit Calculator Earth Bond tests have an additional Fast Key LIMIT CALC Selecting this enables the User to set an accurate Earth Bond Test limit by specifying the cable parameters Testcodes Selections made in the Test Parameter Fields will automatically set the correct Testcode Alternatively entering a Testcode will automatically set the correct Test Parameters for that Testcode 56 How to print Barcod
43. ese settings Re Test Period Use the cursor keys to select RE TEST PERIOD and then press the ENTER key to choose a re test period 6 MONTHS 12 MONTHS 24 MONHTS 48 MONTHS OTHER Complete the rest of ENTER APPLIANCE DETAILS as normal and move on to the next stage in the test process 18 How to perform Automatic Tests Note for PATGuard Plus Users Re test periods are downloaded with test results and are compared with re test periods of existing Assets on PATGuard Plus or used as the re test period for new Assets This is to ensure that re test periods are synchronized across the PAT system Asset Upload from PATGuard Plus will also include the re test period Test Settings SELECT TEST SETTING DEFAULT SEQUENCE USE TESTCODES C IT EQUIPMENT 1 The user has the ability to Set a specific test sequence by selecting DEFAULT SEQUENCE Allow Testcodes to determine the test to be carried out Use preprogrammed sequences for specific EUTS e g IT Equipment Selecting either of the first two options allows settings to be altered Selecting any of the remaining options allows the user to commence immediately with that test Press the keyboard shortcut or use the cursor keys to highlight a Test Sequence and press Enter to select the desired sequence 19 How to perform Automatic Tests Default Sequence When you first enter this menu all of the previous values are displayed and on
44. est clip can be used for an earth return lead For appliances which incorporate over voltage protection a 250V DC test voltage is provided to allow a reading to be taken without the protection devices generating a false failure Substitute Leakage Test The substitute leakage test applies a nominal voltage of 40V AC RMS to the appliance and is applied between the earth pin and both the live and neutral pins of the supply plug For Class ll appliances connect the Earth Bond test clip to the appliance as a substitute for the Earth The Tester measures the current that flows and scales the result to display a guide to the current that would flow if the test voltage had been the nominal mains supply voltage scaled for the applicable socket Please note that values for Substitute Leakage may differ substantially from that of conventional Earth Leakage tests because of the way that the test is performed e g it will be affected by the presence of Neutral to Earth suppression capacitors This test can prove useful in situations where neither conventional Insulation nor Flash tests are acceptable methods of testing the insulation of the appliance IEC Lead Test This test confirms the electrical safety of 230V IEC leads The IEC test performs a continuity and polarity check on the Live and Neutral conductors and confirming that there are no breaks or cross wiring in these conductors 88 Powered Tests Powered Tests A Warning
45. ester is provided with internal temperature monitors to ensure sensitive components are not overheated High rates of testing may cause this situation especially with long duration Earth Bond tests Setting Earth Bond test duration to 2 secs will increase operating time If the following message appears leave the tester to cool down before pressing Enter to continue testing WARNING THE TEST HAS BEEN ABORTED BECAUSE THE APPLIANCE TESTER BECAME TOO HOT ALLOW THE UNIT TO COOL BEFORE STARTING PRESS ENTER BUTTON TO CONTINUE Multiple Earth connections In general multiple earth connections to an EUT e g water pipe connections to a water heater can cause difficulties in measurement This has previously needed the additional earth connections to be isolated The Europa Plus tester is capable of testing earth connections in the presence of additional earth paths This is done automatically by performing a point to point measurement of the earth connection and measurement of the differential leakage current rather than the earth lead current Measurements are thus assured without special precautions Barcodes Barcode Scanner Specification The Europa Plus Tester can be used with barcodes and barcode scanners readers or wands compatible with other Seaward PAT testers These connect to the serial RS232 connector The required barcode reader scanner configuration is as follows Baud Rate 9600 Start Bits 2 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits
46. ficult test situations which allow testing of a wide variety of equipment The Tester is designed to be easy to use and also includes the following innovative features Stores up to 2400 results including appliances location site date and time in non volatile flash memory Accurate earth bond and leakage measurement even when multiple earth paths exist Full QWERTY keyboard with fast keys Full graphics display Real time clock Connects to PC Barcode reader and printer Software adjusts the user interface to differing levels of expertise Auto testcode generation Fast Start up Super fast download up to 10 times quicker than existing testers Your Portable Appliance Tester Your Portable Appliance Tester Europa Plus carrying Case Europa Plus Manual Computer Lead The Top Panel 1 Mains socket PF 2 Main Earth Bond Insulation socket IEC Lead Connector AT RS232 for Scanners and Brain Cells Aux Earth Bond Connector Mains Supply Lead RS232 for Printers and Computers The Keyboard The Keyboard 1 p 2 DC 2C 2C jl LOL LL MIE Id AE MNS 2 LJLJLJULJLJULJULJULUJU ee 3 5 3 poo 6 7 Fast Keys n 3 c Alpha numeric Keyboard MF 5 Delete and Space Keys 3 mma 0000 Enter Key 6 Red No Abort Key 7 Green Yes Go Enter Key The user is provided with a 320 x 240 1 4 V
47. ialogue box for Destination tester and serial number and COM port Select OK A PATGuard dialogue box is displayed on the PC to ensure the tester is in REMOTE MODE and connected to the PC Select OK to send data to the tester The tester displays the message READY SSS COMMAND MODE The PC software displays an Upload dialogue box that monitors the progress of the upload Once upload is complete a dialogue box informs the user of a successful upload Select OK to acknowledge upload complete After uploading Appliances selecting an appliance to test which has been uploaded will cause the Tester to offer the Testcode associated with the Appliance in the software record to be decoded and displayed ready to perform the test How to change the User To change the User use the cursor keys to highlight the CHANGE USER option on the Main Menu and press Enter to display the following menu BOB JOHN USER 3 USER 4 USER 5 Use the cursor keys to highlight the User and press Enter to select the desired option 70 How to change the User How to use Help The Tester is provided with an on line help function which can be called up when the test screens are displayed by pressing the HELP Fast key Each test will have three or four help pages depending on information content Help Provided to the User The Help function provides the following information Description of Test The first help page shown contains informa
48. me settings Press the Enter button to start the test Press the Red button to abort the test at any time Note In manual mode you will not get Abort Options the test will simply stop the test and revert to the Meter display The aborted test will not be stored If an Appliance Number has been created the test result will be stored under the entered Appliance number To store tests to memory select COMMENTS SAVE RESULTS from the MANUAL TEST SELECTION screen 44 How to perform Manual Tests Enter Comments Save Results When you have completed testing the EUT you can enter comments APPLIANCE ITE 5 LOCATION USER AVIO B2 1802428803 14 27 ASSET DESCRIPTION NOTES NOTES NOTES REVIEH COMPARE RESULTS RESULTS Other Fast keys are available for use before entering Comments and storing results 45 How to perform Manual Tests Review Results Display the results from the test in tabular form APPLIANCE 1234 SITE SITE 4 PASS LOCATION LOC 1 USER USER 1 TESTCDDES TBE lAAAAe1 2121111111 TEST DATE 19709 2003 11 85 ETEST DUE 19 83 2004 TEST OUTPUT LIMIT RESULT S VISUAL P INSULATION Saav 1 BBMR 99 99 P IEH VIEH V COMHMTS VISUAL UP A fast key is available to VIEW COMMENTS Use the Red button to return to the previous menu Results Comparison Selecting this option will cause the tester to search memory for a previously stored test result for the same Appliance and Site If th
49. nd press Enter to display the following menu EDIT TEST SETTINGS EDIT USER LIST OPTIONS EDIT SITE LIST EDIT LOCATION LIST EDIT PHONE BOOK LIST CHANGE DATE TIME SET LANGUAGE SYSTEM CONFIGURATION CHANGE PASSWORD SET BRIGHTNESS FACTORY SETTINGS From this menu you can change the way the Tester will operate and also change User levels and Sites Use the cursor keys to highlight a function and press Enter to select the desired option Edit Test Settings This allows the user to add modify remove or confirm test settings that can then be selected during automatic testing SELECT TEST SETTING A 230V HH PORT 1 B 230V HH PORT 2 C IT EQUIPMENT 1 D IT EQUIPMENT 2 E 230V MOV STAT 1 Use the cursor keys to highlight a Test Setting and press Enter to enter the TEST SETTING EDITOR 54 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes Test Settings Editor The TEST SETTINGS EDITOR allows the test sequence for the selected test to be examined and changed if required OUTPUT LIMIT DUR 230V YES EARTH BOND 25A 0 109 5s INSULATION 500V 1 00MQ 5s SUB LEAKAGE SKIP LEAKAGE 230V 0 75mA 5s TOUCH LEAKAGE SKIP POLARITY SKIP TESTCODE 1 11C700321 TESTCODE 2 8121111111 NAME 230V HH PORT 1 PRINT TESTCODES OK Use the cursor keys to highlight a field to be changed and press Enter to select the desired option Name Each test sequence is given a name This is to help the user when selecting test sequenc
50. nd press Enter to save and return to the previous menu Press the Red button to return to the previous menu without saving changes 61 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes Change Date Time 01 08 2002 15 30 This option allows the user to change the Date and Time Use the left and right cursor keys to highlight the digit to be changed Use the up and down cursor keys to change the value or enter the digits directly using the keypad Select the OK Fast key to store the settings or press the Red button to cancel any changes Edit Phone Book List This option is used when combined with the Seaward MODEM 283A969 On selecting EDIT PHONE BOOK LIST the User is presented with a PHONE BOOK LIST This list has four phone number slots Select the required entry and press Enter EDIT PHONE NUMBER 0191 586 3511 The screen will now change to display a text box labeled EDIT NAME Edit the name of the number which you want to store the in Phone Book Press Enter when you have entered the name a EDIT NAME HEAD OFFICE A new text box will be added to the screen EDIT PHONE NUMBER Enter or edit the receiving computer s modem phone number Once you have entered the phone number press Enter You will be returned to the Phone Book List menu 62 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes System Configuration MTS LINE amp NOTES AFTER TEST OPTIONS ROLL Foo TER eee EE DATE AN
51. nit can display then use the cursor keys to scroll through the list Test Status When Test Status is highlighted use the Enter button to select the option required every time you press the Enter button a different option will be displayed This can be PASS FAIL or which indicates both Storage Status When Storage Status is highlighted use the Enter button to select the option required every time you press the Enter button a different option will be displayed This can be NORMAL DELETED or x which indicates both 51 Date From 01 01 1900 00 00 This option allows the user to search for test results after the selected date Use the cursor keys to highlight the digit to be changed Use the up or down cursor keys to change the value or enter the digits directly using the keypad Select OK to set the date or press the red key to cancel any changes Date To 04 03 2001 10 37 This option allows the user to search for test results before the selected date Use the cursor keys to highlight the digit to be changed Use the cursor keys to change the value or enter the digits directly fusing the keypad Select OK to set the date or press the red key to cancel any changes Search After all the search parameters have been set connect the appropriate printer or device Highlight START SEARCH and press the ENTER BUTTON to search and download On completion of successful downloading the tester returns to the se
52. nnection to which the results are to be sent available options are RS232 This sends the data to the RS232 serial port 9 way D connection on the tester for connection using a compatible serial cable Select this option for downloading to PAT software Baud Rate If available this option selects to the Baud Rate at which the data is sent possible values are 9600 19200 or 28800 Leave default set to 9600 for downloading to PAT software Download Format This field shows the format choices available depending upon the destination selected For downloading to a PC the user has the option of sending data in a PATS format compatible with Seaward PATS software SSS format Seaward Super String compatible with Seaward PAT software Certificate downloads results in non ASCII certificate format Summary downloads a summary of results In PATS format the user has the option to download site send site name with each test result or to download user send user name with each test result This will be truncated to 10 characters as it appears to the software as a Usercode For downloading to a generic A4 printer the user has the option of sending data as a certificate or a list or as pass fail labels In the certificate format the user has the option to produce one certificate per page or to produce continuous printouts 48 How to download Data For downloading to a roll printer including till roll and thermal print
53. nspection 230V Polarity Test L No Visual Inspection 115V No Polarity Test M Visual Inspection 115V No Polarity Test N No Visual Inspection 115V Polarity Test Visual Inspection 115V Polarity Test 94 Earth Bond 0 SkipEarthBond 1 9 Earth Bond Fault Limit mQ Bo 25mQ 0 E D 45mO 95mO o j 95 Testcode Tables Earth Bond Current Multiplie 1 ai i a iplier x1 10A x10 G x100 100mA a c xt 20mA 3 x00 20m L x11000 20mA M xt 20m X H s 6 x10 EE B D T xt000 200mA U Reseved Reseved Ww Reserved X Resmved 96 Testcode Tables a aa 0 5MQ 250V d c 1 0MQ 250V d c 2 0MQ 250V d c 0 Ski 6 osmo 500V do 8 20MQ S00Vde 9 40MQ S00Vde B 100M 250Vde D 100M S00Vde E 50 0MQ 500V d c LN NEE Skip 7 9 90mA 15 0mA 1 00mA 97 Testcode Tables Testcode Tables 1 2 3 4 5 98 Testcode Tables ENE 5 O DIL N 7 fossa oe cantons ses aa oT he samba NEED N ER 2s add 0 1 to the earth bond limit 7 A 5s add 0 2 to the earth bond limit C Bo 10s add 0 2 to the earth bond limit 30s add 0 2 to the earth bond limit 2s add 0 3 to the earth bond limit F 10s add 0 3 to the earth bond limit Eg
54. or press the Yes fast key to perform the clear operation and return to the previous menu Clear Upload Memory This option will delete all of the Appliance codes that have been uploaded from an external computer PAT software program and should be used carefully Note Users will be asked whether they are sure about performing this action A warning Are You Sure prompt will appear Press the No fast key to return to the previous menu or press the Yes fast key to perform the clear operation and return to the previous menu How to upload The Europa Plus tester is capable of uploading Assets Sites Locations and Test sequences of equipment previously tested and saved in a PC using Seaward PAT software To upload data into the Europa Plus connect the serial port of the tester to an appropriate port on a PC using the PC download test lead supplied with the tester Before any communication can occur between the tester and PC the user must register the tester in the PC software Select Add Test Instrument to display a test instrument dialogue box The user must select the instrument type in this case Europa Plus and the instrument serial number Select OK 69 How to change the User From the main menu on the tester use the cursor softkeys to select REMOTE MODE The tester displays the message ESTABLISHING COMMUNICATION Using the PAT software user manual instructions detailing upload to the tester configure the Upload d
55. pproximately 2 seconds During this test the following screen will appear SZ SEAWARD ELECTRONIC LTD SOFTWARE VERSION 0 XX HARDWARE VERSION 1 YY Note Current revision numbers are shown at the bottom of the screen The Tester will then display the Main Menu 14 Introduction Chapter 3 Using the Tester Introduction Once the start up procedure of the Tester has been completed the following screen will appear NEW TEST VIEW TEST RESULTS DOWNLOAD RESULTS SETUP MEMORY OPTIONS CHANGE USER REMOTE MODE ACCESSORIES USER John Thursday 4 March 2001 09 03 Navigation through the menus is by dedicated keys Cursor Left E T Cursor Up gt Cursor Right Cursor Down Red Button No Abort Green Button Yes Go Enter There are also the five Fast keys down below the display whose action will change depending on the function of the Tester at any particular point To select an option from the Main Menu use the cursor keys The selected option will be displayed in inverse video The highlighted option is selected by pressing the Green button or Return key 15 Fast Key Menus Fast Key Menus To facilitate a fast access to commonly used options on the menus use the fast keys on the keyboard These are located below the display These correspond to the key name on the bottom of the screen How to The remainder of this chapter has been sub divided into sections desc
56. r Repair Sequence Warning Faults If you enter a testcode which includes tests the Europa PLUS cannot perform then you may see one of the following warnings THE SELECTED TESTCODES SPECIFY THAT A FLASH TEST SHOULD BE PERFORMED THIS IS NOT POSSIBLE ON THE EUROPA PLUS THE FLASH TEST WILL BE SKIPPED PRESS THE START KEY TO CONTINUE 74 Safety Tests during operation Safety Tests during operation The Tester performs self tests during normal operation An internal earth bond test and a low voltage test are performed prior to applying mains power to any EUT including Leakage tests If the internal earth bond test failed the following message will be displayed INTERNAL RELAY FAULT CANNOT PROCEED If this message appears the Europa Plus is faulty and requires repair Contact your Seaward Agent for repair If the low voltage test fails then either of the following warnings will be displayed APPLIANCE MAY BE SHORT CIRCUIT PRESS THE ENTER BUTTON IF SAFE PRESS THE RED BUTTON TO ABORT FUSE MAY BE OPEN CIRCUIT OR PRESS THE ENTER BUTTON IF SAFE PRESS THE RED BUTTON TO ABORT These messages mean that the EUT is switched off or the fuse may be open circuit or it maybe possible that the EUT will draw more than 18A and could damage the Tester User discretion is required If in doubt abort the test and seek advice 75 Temperature monitoring Temperature monitoring The t
57. ribing the Tester in terms of the essential functions to be performed A summary is shown below How to perform Automatic tests How to use the Meter display How to view test results How to perform Manual tests How to download Data How to print Barcode Labels How to use Setup How to use the memory How to Upload How to change the user How to use Help 16 How to perform Automatic Tests How to perform Automatic Tests To perform automatic tests use the cursor keys to highlight the New Test option on the Main Menu and press Enter to display the following menus LOCATION LOC 1 RE TEST PERIOD amp MONTHS 0K Use the keyboard or a compatible Barcode Reader to enter an Appliance Number Note See Chapter 4 for tips on using barcodes If you need to change the current Site use the cursor keys to highlight SITE and press Enter to change the Site Name SEAWARD SITE 2 SITE 3 17 How to perform Automatic Tests Use the cursor keys to highlight a site name and press enter to select the desired option If you need to change the current Location use the cursor keys to highlight LOCATION and press Enter to change the Location Name LOCATION LIST WORKSHOP LOCATION 2 LOCATION 3 Use the cursor keys to highlight a location name and press enter to select the desired option Note Default settings for Sites and Test Sequences are pre loaded into the Tester See How to use Setup to change th
58. rth Bond Test This test is to ensure that the connection between the earth pin in the mains plug of the appliance and the metal casing of the appliance is satisfactory and of sufficiently low resistance A selectable test current is applied between the earth pin of the mains supply plug and the earth bond test lead clip A high current is normally used to stress the connection under fault conditions The length of the test should be limited to prevent damage due to overheating Earth Screen Test This test is to check the earth screen connection using a current which will prevent damage that may be caused by testing using high currents This is often required by sensitive electronics such as computers and other Information Technology IT equipment A low voltage of approximately 100mV AC RMS is applied between the earth pin of the mains supply plug and the Earth Bond test lead clip A current of 100mA is allowed to flow for the duration of the test Insulation Test A Warning 500 V 250V d c test voltage This test is used to verify that adequate insulation exists between the mains supply pins and earth During the insulation test a 500V DC voltage is applied between the earth pin and both the live and neutral pins of the appliance mains supply plug The Tester displays the resistance measured and allows the user to confirm sufficient insulation exists 87 Substitute Leakage Test For Class 2 appliances the Earth Bond T
59. s ss EE hate eee lea 11 Quick Reference dedi iei tie eu Sia e MES REG 12 CHAPTER 2 CONNECTING THE TESTER 14 CHAPTER 3 USING THE TESTER 15 Introduction ce ext cue DA ERU 15 Fast Key MEDUS cete toe re Poet eh AE ee Lee ee ee Eg 16 ale ACRI 16 How to perform Automatic TestsS ees see se ke Re ee ee ee ee 17 Re Test Period ie ee ee ee ER AR AR Ee Re AA ee 18 T est Settlgs EE EE ER ER eode ers 19 Default Seduence se ee ee ER Ee Re ee ee Ee ek ee 20 Use Testcodes ED See EE eee tee 23 Add Comments ie se ee ee GR ER RA Ee ee eee 27 Options after Test creed ege e 28 ADOEFLACEUORDS i rt ete AE bet eed gee dios 30 Table of Contents How to use the Meter Display eie ees se ee ee ke ee ek Re ee 31 How to view Test Results esse se ees ee ee ee ee ee Re ee ee ee ke ee ee 34 Appliance Number sees ee ee ee ee Re RA ee ee ee Ee ee 34 Site Name ett ede ee ES teaver ees 34 Location Name EE yen pereat pta GER Ge Ee ee 35 User En 35 Test Status ue ER 36 Storage Status eodein eseina piaia Ge RR ee ee ee ee ee 36 Date Erom EE ee endet itae dts 36 Date T0 itia ot dietetic ete 36 SCal Cleat cn etian da 37 Search Result ED ee ee e ac pert des 37 Appliance Test Results se se ee ee ER ER AA ee 38 How to perform Manual Tests 39 Entering Manual Mode ese se ee ee se ee ee ee de ee ee 39 Re Test Period is od cr eee el
60. s to the tests In this mode individual tests can be selected and performed Appliance number site location user can still be assigned to appliances if it is required to store the result Entering Manual Mode Use the Fast key to select Manual Mode from the Main Menu Note To store tests in memory from Manual mode you must first select Create Appliance No perform the tests required for the EUT When you have completed the required tests select Enter Comments Save Results upon leaving this option the Tester will now store the results Note that Enter Comments option is not displayed until there is something to store The manual tests and other options available are shown in the table below A CREATE APPLIANCE NO S CHANGE 230V 115V OP SOCKET VISUAL CHECK EARTH BOND TEST INSULATION TEST SUB LEAKAGE TEST LEAKAGE TEST FLASH TEST TOUCH LEKAGE TEST POLARITY TEST C ENTER COMMENTS amp STORE RESULTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Press the appropriate key to select a test or option 39 How to perform Manual Tests Create Appliance Number This allows all manual tests performed to be stored against the appliance number until the appliance number is changed SITE SITE 1 LOCATION LOC 1 RE TEST PERIOD amp MONTHS ak Use the keyboard compatible Barcode Reader or Brain Cell Reader to enter an Appliance Number Note See Chapter 4 for tips on using barcodes SEAWARD SITE2 SITE 3
61. select the desired option This option will cause a beep whenever a warning message is displayed or a test fails Saving User Settings In the EDIT USER SETTINGS highlight OK and press the Enter button or select the OK Fast key The user settings will then be saved Edit Site List WORKSHOP SITE 2 SITE 3 SITE 4 SITE 5 Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name and press Enter to select the desired option EDIT SITE NAME SITE 4 Note If you change the name of the Site during testing all of the previous tests will still be referenced to the old Site name this gives unlimited amounts of Sites within the test results memory 60 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes Use the keyboard to edit the name of the Site and press Enter to save and return to the previous menu Press the Red button to return to the previous menu without saving changes Edit Location List EDIT LOCATION LIST WORKSHOP LOC 2 LOC 3 LOC 4 LOC 5 Use the cursor keys to highlight a Location name and press Enter to select the desired option EDIT LOCATION NAME LOC 4 Note If you change the name of the Location during testing all of the previous tests will still be referenced to the old Location name this gives unlimited amounts of Locations within the test results memory When choosing to edit a Location the name of the Location will be shown in the box Use the keyboard to edit the name of the Location a
62. tial negative consequences for the environment and human health Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for the Seaward Europa Plus Portable Appliance Tester Manufactured by Seaward Electronic Ltd Bracken Hill South West Industrial Estate Peterlee County Durham SR8 2SW England Statement of Conformity Based on test results using appropriate standards the product is in conformity with Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89 336 EEC and Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC Standards used EN 61010 1 1993 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use EN 50081 1 1992 Electromagnetic Compatibility Generic Emission Standard EN55022 Class B EN 50082 1 1992 Electromagnetic Compatibility Generic Immunity Standard IEC1000 4 2 4 3 4 4 4 5 The tests have been performed in a typical configuration This Conformity is indicated by the symbol CE i e Conformit Europ enne Before Starting Before Starting 1 Check that all the component parts are present e Seaward Europa Plus Tester e Earth bond lead e 115V Adaptor UK only e Instruction Manual e Evaluation disc e Computer download lead 2 Read the operating instructions fully before conducting any tests 3 Contact Seaward Electronic if you need information on training for Portable Appliance Testing 4 Data may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory under certain circ
63. tion Name LOCATION LIST OTHER WORKSHOP LOC 2 LOC 3 Use the cursor keys to highlight a Location name and press Enter to select the desired option Select X jf you wish your search to include all of the names Select Other to search for a Location not in the list this can happen if a Location name has been modified after testing If you select OTHER then you are prompted to enter a Location name User Name Use the cursor keys to highlight a User name and press Enter to select the desired option Select if you wish your search to include all of the names Select Other to search for a User not in the list this can happen if a User name has been modified after testing If you select OTHER then you are prompted to enter a User name 35 How to view Test Results Test Status When Test Status is highlighted use the Enter button to select the option required every time you press the Enter button a different option will be displayed This can be PASS FAIL or which indicates both Storage Status When Storage Status is highlighted use the Enter button to select the option required every time you press the Enter button a different option will be displayed This can be NORMAL DELETED or x which indicates both Date From 01 01 1900 00 00 This option allows the user to search for test results after the selected date Use the cursor keys to highlight the digit to be changed
64. tion on the particular test including its icon and a description of the purpose of the test How to Perform Tests The second page of information describes how the Tester performs the test A diagram showing how to the connect the Tester to the EUT is included An example for the Insulation test is shown below PAT fais TESTER A description of how to connect the test leads and perform the test is provided in a step by step format 71 How to change the User Note This topic will cover one or two pages depending on the connection options available Insulation can be Class 1 or Class 2 Each connection option will have a new page of information Why tests fail The final page of information provides guidance on why a test may fail e g connection problems This includes a step by step check list to ensure all of the connections are correct and secure The effect of User Levels during Test Sequences There are two possible user levels NOVICE and ADVANCED Novice User Level When the user level is set to NOVICE Level the help information is displayed before every test Press the Enter key to continue the test sequence Advanced User Level When the user level is set to ADVANCED Level no help information will be shown before a test Use the HELP fast key to display help information before a test 72 Power On Self tests Chapter 4 Tips amp Troubleshooting Power On Self tests When the tester is pow
65. tions covering the capabilities and operation of this instrument The user should ensure that all reasonable safety precautions are followed and if any doubt exists should seek advice before proceeding This product is designed for use by suitably trained competent personnel and should be operated strictly in accordance with the instructions supplied Failure to comply with these instructions may expose the user to electrical hazard This Tester performs a number of electrical tests which involve high voltages and high currents Never touch the appliance being tested or the test leads whilst a test is in progress Always check all test leads for signs of damage prior to use Never use damaged or defective leads Always ensure the mains supply to the Tester provides an adequate earth This manual contains information and warnings which must be heeded to ensure user safety during operation It is essential that this manual is read fully before proceeding with any tests Should the Tester behave abnormally do not continue with the testing Disconnect immediately and contact Seaward Electronic for servicing see Chapter 5 Maintaining the Tester Introduction Chapter 1 Introducing the Tester Introduction The Seaward Europa Plus Portable Appliance Tester is a powerful tool to assist in the analysis of the safety of portable electrical and electronic equipment A range of tests are provided with innovative features to aid dif
66. u for a failure within an automatic sequence This menu will give you the option of retrying a failed test or appliance Default is FAIL MENU COMMENTS This option allows the User to determine if the Comments field will be available at the end of a test ALWAYS Comments always available at the end of test ON PASS Comments only available if the Appliance passed the test ON FAILURE Comments only available if the Appliance failed the test NEVER Comments will not be available at the end of the test Default is ALWAYS APLNCE amp CMNTS This allows the user to set the number of characters available for the appliance number and comments Options are APP 10 CMNTS 20 APP 15 CMNTS 20 APP 10 CMMTS 10 Default is APP 10 CMNTS 20 64 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes COMENTS LINE 1 4 These options allow the User to designate each Comment line as a specific field for use with PATGuard Plus software Options are ASSET DESCRIPTION ASSET GROUP MAKE MODEL SERIAL NUMBER NOTES These should be set to correspond to the settings in PATGuard Plus Default is COMENTS LINE 1 ASSET DESCRIPTION COMENTS LINE 2 NOTES COMENTS LINE 3 NOTES COMENTS LINE 4 NOTES These correspond with the default settings in PATSLite and PATGuard Plus software AFTER TEST The options set here determine the next action all the test results are saved to memory Options are OPTIONS Displays the O
67. umstances Therefore Seaward Electronic assumes no responsibility for financial losses or claims due to data lost or otherwise rendered unusable whether as a result of abuse improper use defects disregard of operating instructions or procedures or any other allied causes 5 Seaward Electronic reserve the right to update the software in instruments returned to themselves for repair or otherwise without notifying the customer previously Seaward Electronic Limited can be contacted at Bracken Hill South West Industrial Estate Peterlee Co Durham SR8 2SW Tel 44 0 191 586 3511 Fax 44 0 191 586 0227 sales seaward co uk Safety Safety Note Please read the following Safety Instructions before use Safety Precautions The manual contains specific warning and caution statements where they apply A Warning will identify the conditions and actions that pose hazard s to the user A caution will identify the conditions and actions that may damage the Tester Symbols used within this manual and on the Tester are shown below Risk of electric shock Warning of potential hazard Conformit Europ enne Use of the instrument in a manner not specified may impair safety Read the following safety information carefully before attempting to operate the instrument Safety A Warning Due to the potential hazards associated with any electrical circuit it is important that the user is familiar with the instruc

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