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SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL rigelmedical.com...
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SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability Rigel Medical, guarantees this product for a period of 2 years. The period of warranty will be effective at the day of delivery. To activate your 2-year warranty, register your product at the below link. Terms and conditions apply.
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Environmental Conditions The SafeTest 99 has been designed to be operated for indoor use in a dry environment, at a temperature of 0 to 40 degrees C without moisture condensation, and at an operating altitude 0 2000m.
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Do not operate the SafeTest 99 in an explosive gas or dust environment. The SafeTest 99 and all associated cables and leads must be checked for signs of damage before equipment is operated. Do not use if there are signs of damage.
SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL 1. Introduction The SafeTest 99 is a dedicated medical safety analyzer, ideal for testing high volumes of basic medical and laboratory equipment. A robust and reliable design ensures that the SafeTest 99 can withstand a busy schedule of testing medical equipment.
RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL 1.3. Interfaces Point to point auxiliary probe Ground continuity and leakage probe EUT socket, (Applied Parts 90-264 VAC, Connector Box) 48-64Hz Line inlet 90-264 VAC 48-64Hz Function keys F1-F5 Line Start, Stop, Single Fault...
404A951 1.5. Unique use of ICONS The Rigel SafeTest 99 features a high resolution color graphic back lit display provides a unique user experience and to help guide the user through the different test steps. Below are of some of the icons used in the Rigel SafeTest 99:...
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RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL Applies normal mains to EUT Applies reversed mains to the EUT Interrupts mains to EUT Warning, EUT socket live Select Ground leakage Select Chassis leakage Patient Lead Leakage selection Open Ground single fault condition key...
The SafeTest 99 can perform electrical safety tests in accordance with NFPA 99-2015. To get started, simply follow these instructions; Switch ON: To switch on the SafeTest 99, please insert the mains cable to the power inlet, the SafeTest 99 will automatically power up to the Home screen. 2.1. Setting your Language Press from Home screen to enter Settings menu;...
• Last calibration date 2.3. Accessing the SafeTest 99 Functions From the SafeTest 99 Home screen, select the required test; Select (F1) to enter the Ground Continuity test menu. Please see section 3.0 for further information on performing a Ground Continuity test.
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RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL Please see section 8.0 for further information on point-to-point Ground Continuity and point to point Leakage testing. Select (F5) to enter the Settings menu. Please see section 2.0 for product information such as serial number, hardware, firmware and calibration date.
To perform a Ground continuity test, select the (F1) icon from the Home screen. The SafeTest 99 will automatically start measuring when the Ground continuity test, (F1), is selected from the Home screen. When testing the Test running icon, , is displayed.
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To remove the lead compensation, remove the cable and select the button. When different ground bond cables are used, the NULL function must be repeated for each different cable. Switching off the SafeTest 99 will not...
Leakage test menu. (F1), to select the Ground Leakage test menu. Note in the Leakage menu, you can switch between Leakage tests and the SafeTest 99 will alter internal settings accordingly. Connection between EUT and SafeTest 99; Ground Leakage NFPA 99-2015...
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RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL To apply mains voltage in normal polarity, and start the test, select the button on the front panel. The test will run until the button is pressed. To apply mains voltage in reversed polarity, and start the test, select the button on the front panel.
Home screen, to enter the Leakage test menu. (F2), to select the Chassis Leakage (Touch Current) test menu. Note in the Leakage menu, you can switch between Leakage tests and the SafeTest 99 will alter internal settings accordingly. Connection between EUT and SafeTest 99;...
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RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL To apply mains voltage in normal polarity, and start the test, select the button on the front panel. The test will run until the button is pressed. To apply mains voltage in reversed polarity, and start the test, select the button on the front panel.
Leakage test menu. (F3), to select the Patient Lead Leakage test menu. Note in the Leakage menu, you can switch between Leakage tests and the SafeTest 99 will alter internal settings accordingly. Connection between EUT and SafeTest 99;...
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RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL To apply mains voltage in normal polarity, and start the test, select the button on the front panel. The test will run until the button is pressed. To apply mains voltage in reversed polarity, and start the test, select the button on the front panel.
Leakage test menu. In the Leakage test menu, select (F4) to display the line voltage, frequency and load current. Note in the Leakage menu, you can switch between Leakage tests and the SafeTest 99 will alter internal settings accordingly.
The Point to point test is ideal for ground continuity testing on larger and or fixed installed installations. Connection between EUT and SafeTest 99; Point to Point Testing...
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RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL (F1) to perform a point-to-point Ground Continuity measurement (F2) to perform a point-to-point Leakage measurement When testing the icon is displayed. The test will run until either (F1), (F2) or the stop button is selected.
RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL 9. Warning Messages The SafeTest 99 will warn the user of possible incorrect test setups such as secondary grounding and isolated mains supply (line voltage isolated from ground). Secondary ground warning: To perform a valid test, the secondary ground must be removed. Testing with a secondary...
10. Maintaining the SafeTest 99 10.1. Cleaning the Analyzer The SafeTest 99 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.
RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL 14. Technical Specifications Ground Continuity Method 2 wire ZAP technique Test Current Max Test Voltage 4-24Vrms o/c Measuring Range (Low Range) 0.001 Resolution Measuring Range (Mid Range) 1.00 Resolution 0.01 Measuring Range (High Range) 10.0 19.9...
RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL 14.1. General Specifications Weight 2.5lbs (unit) 5lbs (complete with accessories) Size (L x W x D) 14.2. Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C Humidity 0 -98% Relative humidity, non-condensating Storage Temperature -10 to 50°C...
RIGEL MEDICAL SafeTest 99 USER MANUAL Appendix A NFPA 99 Pass / Fail Limits Test Single Fault Condition Limit Ground bond None Leakage current (fixed equipment) None 10mA AC/DC Touch Current Open Ground 500µA Lead Leakage None 100µA 500μA Lead Leakage...
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