PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 344A550 rev 1
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1. Storage temperature range 25 to 65 Note Batteries should be removed prior to storage Overvoltage category 300V CAT II 5 Maintenance Clean only with a dry cloth do not use solvents Before use ensure unit is clean and dry visually inspect all leads connectors and case Any damage or wear must be rectified to preserve user safety Check the battery contacts and compartment are free of electrolytic contamination Any contamination of the battery contacts or compartment should be cleaned with a dry cloth Note The PrimeTest 100 contains no user serviceable parts If an Error warning should appear on the display please contact the manufacturer or an authorised Seaward Service Agent for advise 6 Battery Check The PrimeTest 100 is powered from a 6 AA cells which are checked before a test is performed When the battery voltage is low the __ enunciator is illuminated The unit will continue to perform within specification for a limited number of tests dependent upon the type of the batteries fitted When the battery voltage reaches a level where the performance is affected the enunciator will flash and all test keys are disabled The batteries must be replaced 18 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 6 1 A Battery Replacement Before opening the PrimeTest 100 ensure that all test leads are disconnected Switch off the unit by pressing and holding keys and Disconnect the black test lea2. J Iueak lt D iO mA PASS O 3 4 Testing a mains cord Visually inspect the mains cord and plug for signs of damage Check that the correct fuse is fitted If the cord passes a visual inspection proceed with the electrical tests Plug the mains cord under test into the IEC socket and the front panel mains socket on the PrimeTest 100 Press the cords test key The PrimeTest 100 will first test the continuity of the protective earth If the measured value is greater than the factory set limit a cross is placed next to the Rpe enunciator a FAIL is indicated Note The protective earth resistance will depend upon the length of the extension lead and the size cross sectional area of the cable The measured value may be acceptable even if a cross is shown next to the Rpg enunciator For reference typical resistance values for a variety of cable lengths and cross sectional area are given in Table 1 If the measured value is less than the factory set limit a tick is placed next the Ree enunciator The unit will proceed with the Insulation test If the Insulation Resistance is lower than the factory set limit an cross is placed next PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions to the Riso enunciator and the test sequence is halted If the Insulation Resistance is greater than the factory set limit a tick is placed next to the Riso enunciator The unit will proceed with the wiring test checking the live and neutral conduc
3. wear must be rectified prior to use Standard Accessories Part Number PrimeTest 100 unit 344A910 Carry Case 71G082 Black Test Lead 1m 347A002 UK IEC mains cord 0 5m 300A002 Operating Instructions 344A550 Optional Accessories Part Number PATGuard Lite 352A930 PATGuard Workabout 336A910 NiMH Batteries and charger 339A950 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 3 SEAWARD Pretest r O A Figure 1 PrimeTest 100 Front View Figure 2 PrimeTest 100 End View 6 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 2 Introduction The PrimeTest 100 is a hand held battery powered unit suitable for carrying out electrical safety checks on Class appliances Class II appliances IEC mains leads Extension leads Mains outlet wiring Numbers shown in circles e g O refer to figure 1 and figure 2 on page 6 Test connections on the PrimeTest 100 are e Mains socket on front panel O for connecting the appliance under test e 4mm socket on end panel for earth test probe e IEC socket on end panel for mains cord testing User Interface The LCD display shows test progress results for individual tests and the overall test result for an appliance or mains cord Tests are initiated using the three push buttons Power ON OFF until two beeps are heard Class appliance test Class II appliance test Cord extens
4. PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions PRIMETEST AYD Operating Instructions ELECTRONIC LTD PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions Limited Warranty amp Limitation of Liability SEAWARD Electronic Limited guarantees this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 1 year The period of warranty will be effective at the day of delivery c Copyright 2006 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 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY As the manufacturer of the apparatus listed declare under our sole responsibility that the product PRIMETEST 100 To which this declaration relates are in conformity with the relevant clauses of the following standard BS EN 61010 1 2001 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measure
5. ance Visually inspect the appliance and mains cord for signs of damage If the appliance passes a visual inspection proceed with the electrical tests Plug the earth test lead into the 4mm socket on the PrimeTest 100 end panel Plug the appliance into the PrimeTest 100 front panel mains socket D Connect the earth test probe to an exposed metal part on the appliance If the Appliance under test has an ON OFF switch make sure it is in the ON position Press the Class Il test key The PrimeTest 100 will now test Insulation Resistance and Leakage current Note The power switch on the appliance under must be in the ON position to perform an insulation test If no appliance is detected the PrimeTest 100 will display the following Riso lt ma fr a C3 Co Ad Check that the appliance power switch is in the ON position The test will automatically proceed if the appliance power switch is placed in the ON position If the LO LOAd enunciator remains on the display the load presented by the appliance may be too small for the PrimeTest 100 to detect In this case press the test key O to continue If the Insulation Resistance is greater than the factory set limit a tick is placed next to the Riso enunciator a if the Leakage PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions current is less than the factory set limit a tick is placed next to the leak enunciator The PASS enunciator is illuminated Y Riso gt 1999 ma
6. ayed and the unit indicates a fail result as shown below x Re S500 Q Riso lt MQ A LLEAK lt mA e If the measured value is less than the factory set pass fail threshold the measured value is displayed and the unit indicates a pass result as shown below SY Ree lt UUS Q Riso amp ma A LLEAK lt mA 11 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions e The unit will proceed with the Insulation and Leakage tests Note The power switch on the appliance under must be in the ON position to perform an insulation test If no appliance is detected the PrimeTest 100 will display the following Ree lt UUS o Riso lt ma FE C3 Co Ad e Check that the appliance power switch is in the ON position The test will automatically proceed if the appliance power switch is placed in the ON position e f the LO LOAd enunciator remains on the display the load presented by the appliance may be too small for the PrimeTest 100 to detect In this case press the test key to continue e If the Insulation Resistance is greater than the factory set limit a tick is placed next to the Riso enunciator If the Leakage current is less than the factory set limit a tick is placed next to the lleak enunciator e The PASS enunciator is illuminated J Re lt 005 J Riso gt 1999 ma A Iueak lt 0 10 mA PRSS 12 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 3 3 Testing a Class Il Appli
7. d from 4mm test socket Disconnect the IEC mains cable from the IEC socket Disconnect the EUT mains cable from the EUT socket Place the PrimeTest 100 face down and release the captive screw in the battery compartment cover Remove the battery compartment cover and remove the discharged batteries Insert the replacement batteries into the battery compartment ensuring that the battery polarity matches the marking on the inside of the battery compartment Relocate the battery cover over the battery compartment and fasten in position with the battery cover captive screw 19 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 7 Service and Calibration To maintain the specified accuracy of the measurement results the instrument must be recalibrated at regular intervals by either the manufacturer or an authorised Seaward Service Agent We recommend a recalibration period of one year Kebon P RODUC T Thank you for reading this data sheet For pricing or for further information please contact us at our UK Office using the details below UK Office Keison Products P O Box 2124 Chelmsford Essex CM1 3UP England Tel 44 0 1245 600560 Fax 44 0 1245 808399 Email sales keison co uk Please note Product designs and specifications are subject to change without notice The user is responsible for determining the suitability of this product
8. f there is a fault with the Neutral connection this is indicated by the display below LNX LEZ NE X ARRIE In the event of a test failure disconnect the PrimeTest 100 from the supply and rectify the fault 3 2 Do not leave the PrimeTest 100 permanently connected to a mains supply The auto switch off function is disabled when the PrimeTest 100 is connected to a live mains socket The unit will beep continually after 3 minutes to remind the user to disconnect from the mains socket Testing a Class Appliance Visually inspect the appliance and mains cord for signs of damage If the appliance passes a visual inspection proceed with the electrical tests Plug the earth test lead into the 4mm socket on the PrimeTest 100 end panel Plug the appliance into the PrimeTest 100 front panel mains socket D Connect the earth test probe to an exposed metal part on the appliance If the Appliance under test has an ON OFF switch make sure it is in the ON position Press the Class test key The PrimeTest 100 will now test the continuity of the protective earth If the measured value is greater than 100 ohms no reading is shown a cross is placed next to the Rpe enunciator and a fail result is PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions indicated as shown below x Ree e The test sequence is halted e If the measured value is less than 20 ohms but greater than the factory set pass fail threshold the measured value is displ
9. ion lead test Note The PrimeTest 100 will automatically switch OFF after approximately 3 minutes if no keys are pressed The auto switch off is disabled during a power socket test PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions Note When a key is pressed to initiate a test sequence the PrimeTest 100 will compare the type of appliance connected with the test sequence that has been selected and where possible will prompt the user if an inappropriate test has been selected For example if an IEC lead is connected between the front panel mains socket and the IEC socket on the end panel and a Class I or Class Il appliance test is selected the PrimeTest 100 will flash the Cord test enunciator to indicate that the Cord test is the most appropriate test PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 3 Performing Tests Press keys to switch on the PrimeTest 100 When the unit is ready the display will be as shown below Re lt Q Riso lt mo Teak lt mA 3 1 Checking a mains power outlet Connect the IEC power cord to the PrimeTest 100 socket and plug into the mains power outlet to be tested If the mains socket wiring is correct the display will show LNY LEW NE PHS55 If the Live and Neutral in the socket wiring are reversed or there is a fault with the protective earth connection this is indicated by the display below LNY LEX NE X PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions I
10. ment control and laboratory use Part 1 General requirements BS EN 61326 1998 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory user EMC Requirements Performance The instrument operates within specification when used under the conditions in the above standards EMC and Safety Standards The product identified above conforms to the requirements of Council Directive 89 336 EEC and 73 23 EEC Seaward Electronic Ltd is registered under BS EN ISO9001 2000 Certificate No Q05356 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions Contents 1 Important Information 5 2 Introduction 7 3 Performing Tests 9 3 1 Checking a mains power outlet 9 3 2 Testing a Class Appliance 10 3 3 Testing a Class Il Appliance 13 3 4 Testing a mains cord 14 3 5 Testing an extension lead 15 4 Specification 17 5 Maintenance 18 6 Battery Check 18 6 1 Battery Replacement 19 7 Service and Calibration 20 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 1 Important Information These operating instructions are intended for the use of adequately trained personnel The following symbols are used in these operating instructions and on the PrimeTest 100 Caution risk of electric shock A Indicates instructions must be followed to avoid danger to persons Caution risk of danger The operating A instructions must be adhered to in order to avoid danger Before use ensure unit is clean and dry visually inspect all leads connectors and case Any damage or
11. next to the Rpg enunciator Table 1 Approximate resistance of protective earth conductors Cord size current rating 0 5mm7 3A 1 0 mm7 10A 1 25 mm 13A length 5m 0 20 0 10 0 10 10m 0 40 0 20 0 20 25m 1 00 0 50 0 40 For further information on protective conductor resistance and testing of portable appliances can be found in the Code of Practise for In service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment published by the IEE 16 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 4 Specification Earth Continuity Accuracy Test current Test voltage 5 2 digits 200mA minimum 9V nominal Insulation resistance Accuracy Test voltage Test current Test current 5 2 digits 500V gt 1mA into 500kQ lt 2mA into 2kQ Leakage Current Accuracy Test voltage Test current 5 2 digits 40V rms 50Hz AC lt 5mA into 2kQ Cord Test Earth continuity insulation resistance as above Check for Live and Neutral open circuit short circuit or reversed polarity When used with Seaward test lead Part Number 347A002 Factory Set Pass Fail limits Class Class Il Cord Earth 0 2 ohms N A 0 2 ohm Continuity Insulation 1 0Mohm 2 0Mohm 2 0Mohm Resistance Leakage 0 75mA 0 25mA N A 17 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions Environmental rating IP Rating IP40 Operating temperature range 0 C to 40 C without moisture condensation
12. tors for short or open circuits or reversed connections If the wiring is correct a tick is placed next to the cord enunciator the GOOd enunciator is illuminated and a PASS is indicated for the sequence SY Ree lt JUS a J Riso gt 1599 ma PHS I V4 ele i UUU B Note If the tested cord has a wiring fault one of the following enunciators will be illuminated in place of GOOd e OPEN indicates that either the live or neutral conductor is broken open circuit or the plug top fuse has blown e Short indicates that the live and neutral conductors are shorted together e C FOSS indicates that the live and neutral connections are crossed live and neutral conductors reversed 3 5 Testing an extension lead Visually inspect the mains cord and plug for signs of damage Check that the correct fuse is fitted If the cord passes a visual inspection proceed with the electrical tests 15 PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions e Plug the supplied 0 5m red IEC lead into the IEC socket and into a mains outlet on the extension lead Plug the mains plug of the extension lead into the front panel mains socket on the PrimeTest 100 e The extension lead can now be tested in the same manner as an IEC as described above Note The protective earth resistance will depend upon the length of the extension lead and the size cross sectional area of the cable The measured value maybe be acceptable even if a cross is shown
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