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SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ Safetytest 1LT User Manual SAFETYTEST GmbH 1LT_BA_En_V1.0 Page 1 of 20...
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SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ Texts, drawings and technical information were prepared with great care. However, errors may still be present. The author and the manufacturer assume no direct or indirect liability for any incorrect or incomplete descriptions or any damages that may occur.
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 1 General Safety and Warning Notes The tester “Safetytest 1LT” was built and complies with the following safety standards. DIN EN 61010-1 (VDE 0411 part 1), SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT FOR MEASUREMENT, CONTROL, AND LABORATORY USE DIN VDE 0404 parts 1 and 2, “Geräte zum Prüfen, Messen oder Überwachen von Schutzmaßnahmen“...
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SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ Earth bond tests and touch current tests in power systems are only allowed in specific cases and when regarding the appropriate safety precautions. Note that large voltages may appear on appliances during tests, e. g. by charged capacitors.
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 2 Application The tester “SAFETYTEST 1LT” is used for testing the electrical safety of appliances. 3 Scope of Delivery and Accessories Scope of Delivery (Standard): • 1 probe lead red and black, 2 m •...
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 1. Main connection IEC 60320 C19 2. Connection for test probes (red/black) 3. OK LED 4. FAULT LED 5. LCD-Display 6. Setup keys (dark blue) - Esc /Print: When selecting: Back When measuring: Transmit the measurement value to the Test Report...
The baud rate to the PC is 19200 baud. The interface is galvanic isolated. The firmware of the “SAFETYTEST 1LT” may be updated easily via the USB/COM interface. An update allows you to get the latest testing sequences and change the display language.
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 6 Testing the Mains Connection The person responsible for the electrical installation is responsible for the safety of the power system to which the tester is connected. The test of the installation is not part of the appliance test. However, it is important to know before testing if the electrical installation is safe.
The display allows a comfortable menu based testing sequence, shows all measuring functions, limits and values. The menu structure is documented in a separate document “SAFETYTEST 1LT-Menu Structure”. It is kept up to date together with the software. 9 Taking the Tester into Operation Visual check •...
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 10 Testing Electrical Appliances The tests required by the standards have been realised by the internal testing sequences. Before starting a test, the appliance has to be classified in the profile menu. After repair, modification and after repetitive testing electrical appliances have to provide a degree of safety to the user which is comparable of that of brand new appliances.
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 10.3 Visual inspection The appliances are checked for externally visible damages, and, if possible, the suitability of the surrounding for their use e. g.: Damages to the housing Suitable place of installation Damages to the power cord...
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 11 Connections, Pictures, Examples 11.1 Earth bond test of AC appliances Protective conductor: Use the protective conductor probe to scan the housing parts and move the connection cord. 11.2 Earth bond test of permanently connected equipment For permanently connected equipment connect the tester to a neighbouring socket outlet.
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 11.4 Earth bond test of three phase equipment using the extension lead adapter Automatic testing sequence using Test-Master and Safety-Remote, guided testing sequence using Report-Master: „SKI with Insulation Resistance Measurement“. Connect the extension lead adapter to the tester and the appliance to the adapter.
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 11.6 Insulation Resistance LN-PE Insulation resistance LN-PE, Equivalent leakage test LN-PE: Connect the appliance to the tester. The test is performed without powering up the appliance. 11.7 Insulation resistance test LN-PE of three phase equipment using the...
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 12 Error messages, Removing Faults 12.1 The display remains dark Note: Possibly there is no N connection on the mains socket. Possibly one of the fuses of the tester has blown. 12.2 Touch current display is 0,000 mA This is no error but the safe condition.
SAFETYTEST 1LT User Manual _________________________________________________________________________ 16 Warranty The tester “SAFETYTEST 1LT” is subject to a strict quality assurance system. A calibration certificate with the documentation of the test results is delivered together with the tester. This certificate should always be available.