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PrimeTest 220 REV A Cover 2nd
5/12/05 1:50 pm
Page 1
PrimeTest 220
Operating Instructions
Bracken Hill, South West Industrial Estate,
Peterlee, Co. Durham SR8 2SW. England.
Tel: +44 (0)191-586 3511 Fax: +44 (0)191-586 0227
www.seaward.co.uk
sales@seaward.co.uk
349A550 Rev 1
calibration@seaward.co.uk
Primetest 220
Tel: +44 (0)191 490 1547
Fax: +44 (0)191 477 5371
Email:
northernsales@thorneandderrick.co.uk
Website:
www.cablejoints.co.uk
www.thorneanderrick.co.uk
Operating Instructions

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  • Page 1 PrimeTest 220 REV A Cover 2nd 5/12/05 1:50 pm Page 1 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions PrimeTest 220 Operating Instructions Tel: +44 (0)191 490 1547 Fax: +44 (0)191 477 5371 Bracken Hill, South West Industrial Estate, Email: northernsales@thorneandderrick.co.uk Peterlee, Co. Durham SR8 2SW. England.
  • Page 2 PrimeTest 220 REV A Cover 2nd 5/12/05 1:50 pm Page 2 Primetest 220 Primetest 220 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Fig 3. Fig 1. Fig 2. Fig 4.
  • Page 3 PrimeTest 220 REV 1 5/12/05 1:51 pm Page 1 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions Fig 5. Fig 6.
  • Page 4 PrimeTest 220 REV 1 5/12/05 1:52 pm Page 2 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions Fig 7. Fig 8.
  • Page 5 PrimeTest 220 REV 1 5/12/05 1:52 pm Page 3 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions Fig 9.
  • Page 6 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...
  • Page 7 PrimeTest 220 REV 1 5/12/05 1:52 pm Page 5 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    - Class I appliances - Class II appliances - IEC Leads With the PrimeTest 220 connected to the mains supply using an IEC mains lead the following tests can be performed: - Differential current - Touch current...

  • Page 9: Safety Notes

    BS EN 61010 part 1. BS EN 61557 part 1, 2, 4 and 10. The PrimeTest 220 has left the factory in a perfectly safe state. To maintain this state and ensure safe operation of the unit, all notes and warnings in these instructions must be observed at all times.

  • Page 10: Standard Accessories

    - Ensure the black measuring lead is plugged into the corresponding black socket on the PrimeTest 220 - Do not operate the PrimeTest 220 in an explosive gas or dust environment. Accessories Standard Accessories The PrimeTest 220 is supplied with the following items: 3.1.1 1 off PrimeTest 220...

  • Page 11: Description

    Operating Instructions Optional Accessories It should be noted that the following parts of the PrimeTest 220 are user serviceable and must be replaced with appropriate parts as detailed below: 1 off fuse, nominal current rating 12.5 A, 500 V AC, Anti Surge, (27B111).
  • Page 12 PrimeTest 220 REV 1 5/12/05 1:52 pm Page 10 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions LCD and Keymat Digital display for all measurement readings and polarity indication. Small digital display used to indicate Pass/Fail criteria or secondary test requirements for selectable test functions e.g. Polarity.

  • Page 13: General Information

    When the PrimeTest 220 is switched on from power off position to another switch position, an on load battery test occurs. The result of this test determines the available battery capacity.

  • Page 14: Environmental Conditions

    5/12/05 1:52 pm Page 12 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions Dimensions of the PrimeTest 220 are 265 x 108 x 55mm (L x W x H) Environmental Conditions The PrimeTest 220 has been designed to perform tests and measurements in a dry environment.
  • Page 15 PrimeTest 220 REV 1 5/12/05 1:52 pm Page 13 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions Insulation resistance measuring range (rotary switch position , IEC and MΩ. Measuring Range Resolution Accuracy Overload Protection 2MΩ 0.01MΩ ±2% ±2 digits 300 V AC/DC 20MΩ 0.1MΩ...
  • Page 16 PrimeTest 220 REV 1 5/12/05 1:52 pm Page 14 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions Protective earth conductor current measurement Measuring Range Resolution Accuracy Overload Protection 19.99mA 0.01mA ±5% ±2 digits Test voltage mains supply @ 230V - 15%/+10% @ 10A max Frequency 50Hz ±1%...

  • Page 17: Operation Of Test Functions

    8.1.3 Plug the equipment under test (EUT) into the EUT socket 11 on the front of the PrimeTest 220. 8.1.4 Plug the black test lead into the black socket 12 on the PrimeTest 220.
  • Page 18 Protective Earth Conductor Current See figure 4. Attention - The Black 4mm test socket must not be used whilst the PrimeTest 220 is performing a leakage test. Electric Shock Danger. Attention - before a protective earth conductor current test is performed on a Class I EUT the operator must ensure that the EUT has already passed a Class I safety test.
  • Page 19 Page 17 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions 8.2.3 Plug the equipment under test (EUT) into the EUT socket 11 on the front of the PrimeTest 220 8.2.4 Select the protective earth conductor current test function, on the rotary switch 10 .
  • Page 20 EUT during differential leakage measurements. Attention - where the input current waveform displays a crest factor of 2 then a percentage error of 2.2% is recorded on the PrimeTest 220 measured value. Residual Current Device, RCD, Test See figure 5...
  • Page 21 8.3.6 To start the RCD test, press the button 9 . 8.3.7 The PrimeTest 220 will produce a test current of 30mA r.m.s. between the live and protective earth of the supply. The test will commence at the start of a positive half cycle.
  • Page 22 PrimeTest 220 REV 1 5/12/05 1:52 pm Page 20 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions 8.4.2 To test IEC leads connect the IEC socket side of the lead into the IEC plug 14 . Connect the mains plug side of the lead into the EUT socket 11 .
  • Page 23 Ensure the IEC mains lead is disconnected from the PrimeTest 220. 8.5.2 Plug the equipment under test (EUT) into the EUT socket 11 on the front of the PrimeTest 220. 8.5.3 Plug the black insulation test lead into the black, socket 12 on the PrimeTest 220.
  • Page 24 8.6.1 Plug the supplied mains power lead into the mains power socket 13 on the PrimeTest 220. 8.2.2 Plug the other end of the supplied mains power lead into a mains power socket.
  • Page 25 8.6.4 Plug the equipment under test into the EUT socket 11 on the front of the PrimeTest 220. 8.6.5 Plug the black test lead into the black socket 12 on the PrimeTest 220.
  • Page 26 8.7.3 Select the Zs test function on the rotary switch 10 8.7.4 Switch on the mains power. 8.7.5 The PrimeTest 220 automatically checks the wiring of the power socket being used. If the line potentials are correct then the LCD will display the symbols PE and PN in the steady state.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Electric shock danger! Preparing to work on the PrimeTest 220. Make the PrimeTest 220 voltage free as follows, before opening the instrument. 9.1.1 Disconnect the test lead from the measuring point. 9.1.2 Disconnect the mains power cable from the PrimeTest 220.
  • Page 28 Page 26 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions Cleaning 9.3.1 Clean the external case of the PrimeTest 220 with a clean dry cloth. 9.3.2 Avoid using solvents and abrasive scouring agents to clean the external case of the PrimeTest 220. 9.3.3 Check the battery contacts and compartment are free of electrolytic contamination.
  • Page 29 Used batteries should be disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler. Checking the EUT Socket Fuse. 9.6.1 Plug the PrimeTest 220 into the mains power socket, using the mains lead provided. 9.6.2 Select one of the four power tests, protective earth conductor current ,touch leakage current RCD trip or earth loop impedance test Zs.
  • Page 30 PrimeTest 220. 9.7.3 Remove the test lead from the PrimeTest 220. 9.7.4 Select the test function 0, power off position on the rotary switch 11 . 9.7.5 Position the PrimeTest 220 face down and release the captive screw in the battery compartment.
  • Page 31 5/12/05 1:52 pm Page 29 Primetest 220 Operating Instructions Spare Parts. Fuse 31.75mm x 6.35mm 12.5A 250V Type T Seaward Part No: 27B111 Test Leads (with alligator clips) Seaward Part No: 44B124 Carry Case Seaward Part No: 71G082 Appendix 1...
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