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clare G2000 Operator's Manual

Comprehensive test station for the lighting association code of practice
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  • Page 3 CLARE G2000 Comprehensive Test Station The Lighting Association Code of Practice Operator Manual February 1999  1999 Clare Instruments Ltd.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Declaration of Conformity Section 2 - General Guidance Notes Safety Safe Application of Test Equipment Maintenance Summary of Safety Information Section 3 - Introducing the CLARE G2000 Front Panel Controls Rear Panel Connections Accessories Section 4 – Operating Procedures Instrument Set-Up Test Procedure A –...

  • Page 7: Section 1 - Notices

    Section 1 Notices...

  • Page 8: E&Oe

    Notices Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability CLARE Instruments Limited guarantees this product for a period of 1 year. The period of warranty will come into effect on the day of delivery.  Copyright 1999 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 CLARE Instruments Limited.

  • Page 9: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity For the Clare G2000 Test Station Manufactured by: Clare Instruments Ltd. Dominion Way, Worthing, West Sussex. BN14 8NW Millennium Statement This product is Millennium compliant and conforms fully to the BSI DISC PD2000-1 document. 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.

  • Page 11: Section 2 - General Guidance Notes

    Section 2 General Guidance Notes...

  • Page 12: Safety

    General Guidance Notes SAFETY The design of the CLARE G2000 Test Station meets the European Commission Directive No. 73/23/EEC, relating to the “Low Voltage Directive”. This is in accordance with BS EN 61010-1: 1993 – Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control, and laboratory use. This unit is also compliant with the draft European Standard prEN 50191:1997.

  • Page 13: Safe Application Of Test Equipment

    General Guidance Notes Do not remove or open the instrument cover - When connected to the mains supply, internal terminals of the equipment will be live and the opening of covers or removal of parts is likely to expose live parts and create a risk of electrical shock.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    In the event of difficulty or apparent malfunction, it is advisable to contact Clare Instruments Ltd. On – Telephone 01903 502551 or Fax 01903 244258.

  • Page 15: Summary Of Safety Information

    The equipment contains parts that are specific to the equipment only, therefore, order spare parts from the above address. Clare Instruments Ltd. strictly forbid any use of spare parts, other than those acquired from the original manufacturer.

  • Page 17: Section 3 - Introducing The Clare G2000

    Section 3 Introducing the CLARE G2000...
  • Page 18 Introducing the CLARE G2000 Facia Controls and Indicators FIG.1 Facia Controls & Indicators...
  • Page 19 Introducing the CLARE G2000 Descriptions 1. Supply Switch - Rocker switch for switching the instrument on or off, illuminated in the ON position. 2. Earth Circuit meter – displays the ohmic value of the measured Earth path. A satisfactory reading will be below 0.5 ohms (in the amber or uncoloured zones).
  • Page 20 Introducing the CLARE G2000 7. Flash Fault lamp – lights to show that the product has failed the applied Flash test, an internal audible alarm will also sound and the test voltage will be removed automatically. This lamp also acts as the Fault Reset button, which must be momentarily depressed to cancel the fault indication and reset the safety trip circuit.

  • Page 21: Rear Panel Connections

    Introducing the CLARE G2000 Rear Panel FIG.3 Rear Panel Socket numbers illustrated, correspond with appropriate accessories detailed on the following pages...

  • Page 22: Accessories

    Introducing the CLARE G2000 Accessories FIG.2 Accessories...
  • Page 23 Introducing the CLARE G2000 Descriptions 1. Mains lead - 240V 13A plug to IEC connector – plug top fuse rated at 3A. 2. Remote Safety Switch – a push-button device used to promote two-handed operation when applying the high voltage Flash tests. Can be replaced by a Guard Interlock switch when using a safety enclosure.

  • Page 25: Section 4 - Operating Procedures

    Section 4 Operating Procedures...

  • Page 26: Instrument Set-Up

    Operating Procedures Instrument Set-Up 1. Ensure that the text prior to this point, especially with regard to safety, is fully understood before proceeding. 2. Sight the instrument in accordance with the General Guidelines to promote ease of use and operator safety. Clearly defined test area - limited access –...
  • Page 27 Operating Procedures 7. Earth test set up – this may require the use of a small, flat bladed, screwdriver. With nothing connected to the Test Output sockets, apply the tip of the Earth Probe, using a firm steady pressure, to an insulated surface.
  • Page 29 Test Procedure A Basic Earthed (Class I) Products...

  • Page 30: Test Procedure A Basic Earthed (Class I) Products

    Test Procedure A Basic Earthed (Class I) Products Visual Inspection 10. Before applying any of the electrical tests, first inspect the product to ensure that all parts, including wiring, are mechanically sound and free form obvious defects or damage. Check also that cable restraints and switches, if fitted, are secure and functioning correctly.
  • Page 31 Test Procedure A Basic Earthed (Class I) Products Earth Continuity Test 15. Firmly apply the Earth Probe, for 3 - 6 seconds, to all exposed, unpainted, metalwork on the product in turn and check that the green PASS lamp on the probe lights and the Earth Circuit meter reads below 0.5 ohms, i.e.
  • Page 32 Test Procedure A Basic Earthed (Class I) Products Flash Tests – LN-E and L-N 20. Check that the TEST INHIBIT lamp is off – if it’s on, check that no Lamp Simulators have been left plugged into any of the lampholders. DO NOT TOUCH, HOLD OR COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PRODUCT WHEN APPLYING FLASH TESTS 21.
  • Page 33 Test Procedure B Basic Double Insulated (Class II) Products...

  • Page 34: Test Procedure B Basic Double Insulated (Class Ii) Products

    Test Procedure B Basic Double Insulated (Class II) Products Visual Inspection 24. Before applying any of the electrical tests, first inspect the product to ensure that all parts, including wiring, are mechanically sound and free form obvious defects or damage. Check also that cable restraints and switches, if fitted, are secure and functioning correctly.
  • Page 35 Test Procedure B Basic Double Insulated (Class II) Products Flash Tests – LN-Outer Surfaces and L-N 29. This test will require use of the safety Flash Probe – if it isn’t already connected into the rear panel socket, plug it in before proceeding 30.
  • Page 37 Test Procedure C Earthed (Class I) Products plus Light-Up test...

  • Page 38: Test Procedure C Earthed (Class I) Products Plus Light-Up Test

    Test Procedure C Earthed (Class I) Products plus Light-Up test Visual Inspection 35. Before applying any of the electrical tests, first inspect the product to ensure that all parts, including wiring, are mechanically sound and free form obvious defects or damage. Check also that cable restraints and switches, if fitted, are secure and functioning correctly.
  • Page 39 Test Procedure C Earthed (Class I) Products plus Light-Up test 41. If the green PASS lamp fails to come on, or remain on, whilst the test is applied, the Earth resistance exceeds the permitted 0.5 Ohms – the meter pointer will be in or above the red zone. This may be caused by - loose, broken or even missing Earth wires - loose or corroded joints - applying the probe to lacquered surfaces, or making poor contact with the probe.
  • Page 40 Test Procedure C Earthed (Class I) Products plus Light-Up test Light-Up Test 45. Fit appropriate lamps into the product, making sure not to exceed a maximum of 600W loading. 46. Ensure product switches are set to the ON position. 47. Ensure the TEST INHIBIT lamp is not on – if it is, check that the lamp loading is not excessive or disconnect the product and check for any sources of short circuit in the wiring.
  • Page 41 Test Procedure D Double Insulated (Class II) Products plus Light-Up test...

  • Page 42: Test Procedure D Double Insulated (Class Ii) Products Plus Light-Up Test

    Test Procedure D Double Insulated (Class II) Products plus Light-Up test Flash Test – LN-Outer Surfaces Note – It is not advisable to apply a L-N Flash test to any product that requires a Light-Up test, particularly those that may incorporate electronic control circuits or in-line transformers. The Test Inhibit circuit should detect a L-N short and prevent the Light-Up test being applied.
  • Page 43 Test Procedure D Double Insulated (Class II) Products plus Light-Up test 53. If the FAIL lamp and alarm come on, a flashover has occurred or the leakage current exceeds the permissible level. Release the Safety and test buttons, then momentarily depress the Flash Fault / Reset button to reset the fault indications.
  • Page 44 CLARE INSTRUMENTS LTD Dominion Way WORTHING West Sussex England BN14 8NW Tel: +44 (0)1903 233 314 Fax: +44 (0)1903 216 089 e-mail :sales@ clareinstruments.com Website: www.clareinstruments.com Registered Office:18 Bracken Hill . South West Industrial Estate . PETERLEE . County Durham . England . SR8 2JJ . Registered in England No. 1027434...

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