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Test systems for electrical safety
Power in electrical safety
TGH1256en/10.2005

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  • Page 1 Operating manual UNIMET® 1000ST and UNIMET® 1100ST Test systems for electrical safety Power in electrical safety TGH1256en/10.2005...
  • Page 2 Distribution: Manufacturer: Bentron® GmbH & Co.KG Dipl.-Ing. W. Bender GmbH & Co.KG Carl-Benz-Str. 8 • 35305 Grünberg • Germany Londorfer Str. 65 • 35305 Grünberg• Germany PO Box 1161 • 35301 Grünberg • Germany PO Box 1161 • 35301 Grünberg • Germany Tel.: +49 (0)6401-807-730...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Effective use of this manual .................. 7 About the operating manual ....................7 Technical support ........................7 Explanations of symbols and notes ................... 7 Overview of chapters ......................8 2. Safety instructions ....................9 Delivery ............................9 Intended use ..........................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Main menu ..........................21 System administration ......................22 4.5.1 Basic settings ........................... 22 4.5.2 Log in test engineer ......................24 4.5.3 Interfaces ..........................25 4.5.3.1 RS-232 interface ......................25 4.5.3.2 Barcode reading ......................25 4.5.3.3 Unimet standard protocol ..................26 4.5.4 Database maintenance, test step editor, user-defined test ........
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 5.3.2 Connecting the DUT ......................62 5.3.3 Carrying out electrical tests ....................63 5.3.3.1 Has the test probe been connected correctly? ........... 63 5.3.3.2 Test steps display ......................64 5.3.3.3 PE conductor test ......................64 5.3.3.4 Monitoring limiting values ..................65 5.3.3.5 Tests on de-energized DUTs ..................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Device errors ..........................81 8. Options and accessories ..................83 Standard version, options and accessories ..............83 25 A PE conductor test option ..................86 Printer ............................87 ST6180 barcode reading wand, DLC7070 barcode scanner ........88 VK701 adapter ........................

  • Page 7: Effective Use Of This Manual

    1.2 Technical support As a BENDER customer, you will receive technical support and assistance in the event of queries relating to equipment you have purchased. Please contact the technical sales ®...

  • Page 8: Overview Of Chapters

    Effective use of this manual This symbol indicates a potential risk to life and limb. Failure to observe the associated instructions and take appropriate precautions may result in death, serious physical injury or substantial damage to property. Warning This symbol indicates a potentially dangerous situation. Failure to observe the associated instructions and take appropriate precautions may result in minor physical injury or damage to property.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    BENDER equipment is designed and built in accordance with the state of the art and accepted rules in respect of technical safety. However, the use of such devices may introduce risks to the life and limb of the user or third parties and/or result in damage to BENDER equipment or other property.

  • Page 10: Warranty And Liability

    Non-observance of instructions in this operating manual and the enclosed sheet entitled ● "Important safety instructions for BENDER products" in respect of transport, storage and assembly. Constructional changes made by parties other than the manufacturer ●...

  • Page 11: System Description

    System description 3. System description 3.1 Areas of application UNIMET® 1100ST is used to test electrical safety. It has been designed for use in various areas of application: Testing of medical electrical equipment to DIN EN 60601-1 (VDE 750 Part 1):1996-03, ANSI/ ●...

  • Page 12: Tests Conforming To Standards

    System description 3.3 Tests conforming to standards UNIMET® 1100ST carries out measurements and tests based on the following standards (see also the chapter entitled “Standards” on page 91): IEC 60601-1:1988 ● DIN EN 60601-1:1996-03/VDE 0750 T1 ● DIN VDE 0751 Part 1: 2001-10 ●...

  • Page 13: System Components

    System description 3.4 System components The following accessories are supplied with the UNIMET® 1100ST: Carrier bag For the storage and transportation of accessories such as test probes, measuring cables and interface cables. TM1000 keypad module Keypad module for entering text and numbers Active test probe TP2 Active test probe with pushbutton (cable length 1.8 m).

  • Page 14: Operating Elements

    System description 3.5 Operating elements BENDER F1: Gerätekatalog F2: Typenkatalog F3: Klassifikation F4: Einzelmessung (Einzelprüfung) F5: Systemverwaltung RS 485 [C] [D] RS 232 BENDER Unimet 1100 ST Sicherheitstester /Safety-Tester Test socket: The DUT’s power supply cord is plugged in here.

  • Page 15: Operation And Setting

    Operation and setting 4. Operation and setting 4.1 Unpacking Unpack all the parts supplied with the system. Do not use tools with sharp edges which might damage the content of the package. Compare your order with our delivery note to check that you have received all products in full.

  • Page 16: Switching On

    Operation and setting 4.2.3 Switching on UNIMET® 1100ST must always be connected to the supply voltage indicated on the nameplate. Failure to observe this requirement may lead to the test system and any DUT connected to it sustaining damage. During testing, the UNIMET® 1100ST test socket is live. Do not touch the earthing contacts on the socket.

  • Page 17: Switching Off

    Operation and setting During start-up, the firmware version and company name will be displayed. The company name can be changed in the system administration settings. The test system's main menu appears: The test system is now ready for operation. 4.2.4 Switching off 1.

  • Page 18: Principle Of Operation

    Operation and setting 4.3 Principle of operation 4.3.1 Calling up functions Type catalogue Device catalogue Classification Single test System administration test engineer: W. Wacker User defined test not registered Selection menu (the example shows the main menu) Current assignment of function keys: Branch to type catalogue Branch to device catalogue Etc.

  • Page 19: How To Use The Tm1000 Keypad Module

    Operation and setting 4.3.2.1 How to use the TM1000 keypad module << § " & ß Ü Ö Ä CAPS LOCK The Info key shows the telephone number of the BENTRON® hotline. Function keys are used to activate each function (as on UNIMET® 1100ST). No function Letter keys Shift key for upper case and special characters...

  • Page 20: Selecting Catalogue Entries

    Operation and setting Editing text: The keys now have the following function: Insert character here. Arrow keys Move change marker to the required position. Undo previous action. Delete character here. Delete entire entry. 4.3.3 Selecting catalogue entries There are various ways of selecting and activating an entry in the type, device or test engineer names catalogue.

  • Page 21: Main Menu

    Operation and setting 4.4 Main menu All UNIMET® 1100ST functions and sub-menus can be accessed from the main menu. F1: Type catalogue The type catalogue contains saved type names and associated test procedures. F2: Device catalogue The device catalogue contains saved device IDs and associated test results.

  • Page 22: System Administration

    Operation and setting 4.5 System administration The “System administration” screen provides extensive options for configuring and administering your UNIMET® 1100ST.. F1: Log in test engineer Enter, select, change, delete test engineer name. F2: Interfaces - Change RS-232 interface baud rate - Log on barcode scanner/pen - Activate remote status F3: Database...
  • Page 23 Operation and setting The following diagram will help you to familiarise yourself with the system settings Log in test engineer Input, edit or delete test engineer Interfaces RS-232 interface Barcode reading Unimet standard protocol Modify type catalogue Database maintenance Modify device catalogue catalogues: delete and repair, printout all test data Link to user defined test...

  • Page 24: Log In Test Engineer

    Operation and setting 4.5.2 Log in test engineer [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F1: Log in test engineer] The names of the test engineers are stored in the test engineer names catalogue. The tester whose name appears in the test protocol is logged on here. You should therefore set the test engineer name before carrying out the first test: The test engineer names catalogue will be empty the first time the test system is used.

  • Page 25: Interfaces

    Operation and setting 4.5.3 Interfaces [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F2: Interfaces] The menu features setting options for the RS-232 interface and the barcode scanner. 4.5.3.1 RS-232 interface [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F2: Interfaces -> F1: RS-232 interface] The UNIMET®...

  • Page 26: Unimet Standard Protocol

    Operation and setting Following logon and every time the UNIMET® 1100ST is started up, the ST6180 barcode reading wand will need about 20 seconds before it is ready for operation. The red LED in the tip of the reading wand will flash to indicate readiness for operation.

  • Page 27: Database Maintenance, Test Step Editor, User-Defined Test

    Operation and setting 4.5.4 Database maintenance, test step editor, user-defined test [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F3: Database maintenance…] The following options are available in this menu: F1: Modify Delete entries, select for user-defined test, edit test steps. type catalogue F2: Modify Delete entries, select for user-defined test, edit test steps.

  • Page 28: Modify Type Catalogue

    Operation and setting 4.5.4.1 Modify type catalogue [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F3: Database maintenance… -> F1: Modify type catalogue] Entries saved in the type catalogue (types) can be edited. 1. Start by selecting a type. 2. Press Enter to confirm your selection. 3.

  • Page 29: Modify Device Catalogue

    Operation and setting 4.5.4.2 Modify device catalogue [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F3: Database maintenance… -> F2: Modify device catalogue] Entries saved in the device catalogue (devices) can be edited. 1. Start by selecting a device. 2. Press Enter to confirm your selection. 3.

  • Page 30: How To Use The Test Step Editor

    Operation and setting 4.5.4.3 How to use the test step editor The test step editor can be used to customise the test sequence to meet individual requirements. Running the modified test sequence can put test personnel (electric shock) and the DUT (damage beyond repair) at risk. You should therefore first run a test sequence without the DUT and check whether all tests are completed as required.
  • Page 31 Operation and setting How to delete a test step 1. Select the test step to be deleted using the arrow keys (here: insulation test #106): 2. Press to delete the selected test step. 3. Press F1 to confirm the deletion of the test step. <<...
  • Page 32 Operation and setting 3. Select the group of messages to which the required test step belongs (e.g. touch current direct test). Press Enter to select the group. 4. Select the test step to be added. Press Enter to select the test step. 5.
  • Page 33 Operation and setting How to modify the limiting value for test steps If you change a limiting value, it will be changed for all test steps of the same name in this test sequence. Check if any other test steps have the same name and whether they are compatible with the change in limiting value for these test steps.
  • Page 34 Operation and setting 5. The test step now appears in the list of test steps. 6. Repeat the procedure to add other test steps to the test sequence (e.g. touch current test direct test phase reversed # 116). How to sort the test step sequence 1.

  • Page 35: Delete And Repair Catalogues, Print All Data

    Operation and setting How to save a test sequence following modification << 1. Press to exit the test step editor. ⇒ 2. Press F1 to save the modified test sequence. << Press to exit the test step editor without making any changes. The old unmodified test sequence is restored.
  • Page 36 Operation and setting Print all [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F3: Database maintenance… -> F3: Catalogues -> F1: Print all] Prints a separate protocol for each device. Prints a separate protocol for each type. Prints a separate protocol for each device. <<...

  • Page 37: System Info

    Operation and setting Delete all data [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F3: Database maintenance… -> F3: Catalogues -> F3: Delete all data] This function is used for example if the UNIMET® 1100ST is used by different departments and each department transfers its data for periodic testing from PC to the UNIMET®...

  • Page 38: Internal System Self Test

    Operation and setting Once you have pressed "F1: System self test" you can choose between an internal self test and a more extensive test with the TB3 test box. 4.5.5.1 Internal system self test [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F4: System info -> F1: System self test -> F1: Internal system self test] The internal system self test checks the essential functions of the UNIMET®...

  • Page 39: System Self Test With Tb3

    Operation and setting 4.5.5.2 System self test with TB3 [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F4: System info -> F1: System self test -> F2: System self test with TB3] The system self test with TB3 checks the calibration values of the UNIMET® 1100ST. Please note the following conditions to be met in order for the test to be carried out: Connect the UNIMET®...

  • Page 40: Setup

    Operation and setting 4.5.6 Setup [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F5: Setup] The following settings can be made in the “Setup” menu: 4.5.6.1 Language [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F5: Setup -> F1: Language] All menus will appear in the selected language.
  • Page 41 Operation and setting Selecting the nominal voltage: F1 ... F4 Select nominal voltage. Manual input of nominal voltage. Exit function without making changes. << Manual input of nominal voltage Select nominal voltage. UNIMET® 1100ST only accepts values from 100 to 264 V. Undo previous action.

  • Page 42: Buzzer

    Operation and setting 4.5.6.3 Buzzer [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F5: Setup -> F3: Buzzer] Switch the buzzer on. A beep sounds every time a key is pressed. Switch the buzzer off. The beep only sounds when specific events occur (e.g.
  • Page 43 Operation and setting Contrast [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F5: Setup -> F5: More -> F1: Contrast] Adapt the contrast of the UNIMET® 1100ST to the brightness of the environment in which it is being used. Contrast <<...
  • Page 44 Operation and setting Calibrating the test probe [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F5: Setup -> F5: More -> F2: Test probe, VK701 -> F1 Test probe] 1. Select the test probe to be used: Perform zero balancing for a test probe or pushbutton or any measuring cable.
  • Page 45 Operation and setting Connecting the test probe during zero balancing 1. A DUT has a detachable power supply cord. If only the resistance of the PE conductor is to be measured, make the connection as follows: How to perform zero balancing for measurement # 2: –...
  • Page 46 Operation and setting 3. If at a permanently connected DUT the resistance of the PE conductor is to be measured, make the connection as follows: How to perform zero balancing for measurement # 4: – Insert the measuring cable (with test terminal if applicable) into bush “C”. –...
  • Page 47 Operation and setting Zero balancing of the VK701 adapter [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F5: Setup -> F5: More -> F2: Test probe, VK701 -> F2: VK701...] This function can be used to perform zero balancing for the VK701 adapter for the purpose of testing extension cables.
  • Page 48 (lines 1 and 2 for short-format printout; lines 1 to 4 for long-format printout). You can change the setting. F1, F2, F3, F4 Modify the associated line in the start menu. Reset start menu factory settings (Bender GmbH...). Exit function without making changes. << TGH1256en/10.2005...
  • Page 49 Operation and setting Test result [-> Main menu -> F5: System administration -> F5: Setup -> F5: More -> F3: System time, Start menu, Test result -> F3: Test result] Specify how UNIMET® 1100ST should respond following an automatic test: Only if the test is failed will the test result appear immediately.
  • Page 50 Operation and setting TGH1256en/10.2005...

  • Page 51: Testing And Measuring

    Testing and measuring 5. Testing and measuring 5.1 Test concept The integrated type and device catalogue provides the basis for time-efficient and cost- effective testing with UNIMET® 1100ST. Classification The UNIMET® 1100ST can be used to carry out tests in accordance with the standards indicated in “System description”...

  • Page 52: Classification

    Testing and measuring 5.2 Classification Select the applicable test standard from the main menu. Answer the questions that appear on the screen. The test system will identify the required tests and limiting values to be observed. Save the classification under the device’s type name in the UNIMET® 1100ST type catalogue.

  • Page 53: Device Type

    Testing and measuring 5.2.3 Device type Select the type of device. You can activate several relevant menu items by pressing the √ associated function key. Activated menu items are identified by “ ”. Example: “F1 and F5 selected”. F1 ... F4 The DUT can only have one of these features.
  • Page 54 Testing and measuring Example: The combined ultrasound/stimulation current device has two CF type patient connections for stimulation current and two BF type patient connections for ultrasound. The two CF patient connections should be connected to bushes 1 and 2 on the UNIMET® 1100ST. The two BF patient connections should be connected to bushes 3 and 4 on the UNIMET®...

  • Page 55: Measuring Principle

    Testing and measuring Once all patient bushes used have been classified, exit function groups entry by pressing Enter. 5.2.5 Measuring principle The test standards enable you to choose between various measuring principles to ascertain the leakage currents. If you have selected one of methods F1 ... F3, a note about the measuring principle will appear on the screen.

  • Page 56: Test Sequence

    Testing and measuring 5.2.6 Test sequence The test can be carried out automatically, semi-automatically or manually for each DUT. Example: “F1: Automatic test sequence”. Automatic test During automatic testing, the test probe or test terminal comes into sequence contact with one point of the DUT. The test sequence then runs through all test steps automatically.

  • Page 57: Time-Efficient Testing And Documentation

    Testing and measuring ENTER key Starts test To scroll entries in master data screen. Provides information about the sequence of test steps and about limiting values. abc.. Edits the selected entry. The test sequence (automatic, semi- automatic, manual), the warning notice (suppress/automatic) and the start-up (automatic or manual start) can be edited.

  • Page 58: Configuring The Warm-Up And Cooling-Down Phases

    Testing and measuring The test sequence (automatic, semi-automatic, manual) can be modified subsequently. You must also complete the remaining settings, which are valid for all devices of this type (start- up, warning notice, test costs). 5.2.7.3 Configuring the warm-up and cooling-down phases Once they have been switched on, an increasing number of DUTs need to complete a self test and warm-up phase or a cooling-down phase prior to shutting down.

  • Page 59: Activate Warning Notice

    Testing and measuring Make the settings for devices with warm-up and cooling-down phases under “Start-up DUT”. Example: The device does not need a warm-up and cooling-down phase. You should therefore select “Automatic”. Automatic (no warm-up and cooling-down phase) Manual starting and ending of electrical testing. 5.2.7.4 Activate warning notice If this function is activated, a warning notice will appear prior to the DUT being connected...

  • Page 60: Exit Classification

    Testing and measuring 5.2.8 Exit classification << Once all settings have been made, exit the master data screen by pressing For our example, we are selecting “F1: …create in type catalogue” in the “Save classification” menu. The classification is saved in the type catalogue under the type name. If an ID number has been assigned with “F4”...
  • Page 61 Testing and measuring Example 2: Classification of a care bed or hospital bed, Class II. Select “DIN VDE 0751-1:2001-10” in the main menu and “Hospital bed test” in the next sub- menu. The UNIMET® 1100ST default settings for care beds or hospital beds mean that only a few settings need to be made.

  • Page 62: Test

    Testing and measuring 5.3 Test A test can be started in a number of ways. Start a test: following classification by pressing Enter; ● by selecting an existing type from the type catalogue; ● by selecting an existing device from the device catalogue; ●...

  • Page 63: Carrying Out Electrical Tests

    Testing and measuring UNIMET® 1100ST will now display the connection diagram matching the classification. This diagram will show you where to make the connection for the test probe and all other connections to the DUT. In the connection diagram, the test probe is connected to the colour-coded bushes [A] and [B].

  • Page 64: Test Steps Display

    - green if the limiting value is observed or if no limiting value applies. Activity display, flashes slowly during testing. Indicates the patient components currently being tested. Measured value unit Measurement number. BENDER device measurements are numbered consecutively. See also "Chapter 9.2 Test steps". << Abort test 5.3.3.3...

  • Page 65: Monitoring Limiting Values

    Testing and measuring 5.3.3.4 Monitoring limiting values A warning signal will sound if the limiting value is not observed during PE conductor testing. The measured value is displayed followed by a warning notice. ⇒ UNIMET® 1100ST offers several options to respond when this limiting value has been exceeded: ENTER key Continue test.

  • Page 66: Tests On De-Energized Duts

    Testing and measuring 5.3.3.5 Tests on de-energized DUTs In accordance with classification, all tests during which the DUT is not in operation (e.g. PE conductor test, insulation test, substitute leakage current) are carried out at this point. During testing of the insulation resistance, a direct touch current of up to 1.8 mA may be conducted on faulty test objects or in the event of direct contact with the test probe.
  • Page 67 Testing and measuring Power consumption UNIMET® 1100ST measures the power consumed by the DUT. Please note that only DUTs with a power consumption of up to 3700 VA may be supplied with power via the UNIMET® 1100ST test socket. If DUTs with higher power consumption levels are connected, the thermomagnetic circuit-breaker integrated into the UNIMET®...

  • Page 68: Carrying Out The Functional Test

    Testing and measuring 5.3.4 Carrying out the functional test The functional test follows the electrical part of the test. The functional test is assessed as “passed” . The functional test is assessed as “failed” . The entire test is saved as “failed” . Power up the DUT by connecting it to the UNIMET®...

  • Page 69: Editing And Saving

    Testing and measuring 5.3.5.2 Editing and saving For our example, we are selecting “F4: Edit type and ID”. You can also access the following functions via this menu: Save in type catalogue. We do not need this function for our example, as the type has already been saved.

  • Page 70: Saving In The Device Catalogue

    Testing and measuring 5.3.5.4 Saving in the device catalogue In the next menu, you can save the test in the device catalogue. This completes the test. TGH1256en/10.2005...

  • Page 71: Type Catalogue

    Testing and measuring 5.4 Type catalogue All type names and the test steps and limiting values defined during classification are saved in the type catalogue. If there are a number of devices of the same type, the type catalogue offers the following advantages: Saves time: Classification only has to be carried out once.

  • Page 72: Device Catalogue

    Testing and measuring Modify master data (master data can also be modified once the test has been completed). ENTER key Starts the test Start the test and follow the instructions on the UNIMET® 1100ST display (see also “Test” on page 62ff). Once the test is complete, save the result to the device catalogue. 5.5 Device catalogue All tested devices are saved in the device catalogue with their device ID and the test results obtained.

  • Page 73: How To Start A Test From The Device Catalogue

    Testing and measuring 5.5.2 How to start a test from the device catalogue The required ID number is already selected. Modify master data (master data can also be modified once the test has been completed). ENTER key Starts the test Start the test and follow the instructions on the UNIMET®...

  • Page 74: How To Start A Single Test

    Testing and measuring 5.6.2 How to start a single test Select the required test and then start it by pressing Enter. Chapter “Connecting the test probe during zero balancing” on page 45 describes the various options for PE conductor testing. Sets the single test up as a user-defined test in the main menu.

  • Page 75: Pc-Compatible Functions Of The Unimet® 1100St

    PC-compatible functions of the UNIMET® 1100ST 6. PC-compatible functions of the UNIMET® 1100ST 6.1 Overview of functions The UNIMET® 1100ST can be connected to a PC using the null modem cable included in the scope of supply. A number of different device administration programs (e.g. programs manufactured by HSD, Loy &...

  • Page 76: Unibackup Software

    PC-compatible functions of the UNIMET® 1100ST 6.3 UniBackup software 6.3.1 System requirements UNIMET® 1000ST/1100ST firmware version 4.20 or higher ● UniBackup will run on IBM-compatible PCs with a Windows® 95/98, Windows® 2000 or ● Windows® XP operating system. 6.3.2 Installing UniBackup 1.

  • Page 77: Updating The Unimet Operating Software (Firmware Update)

    PC-compatible functions of the UNIMET® 1100ST 6.3.4 Updating the Unimet operating software (firmware update) ® UNIMET® 1100ST is continuously developed. New update files received from BENTRON transferred from PC to UNIMET® 1100ST using UniBackup. Before performing an update, we strongly recommend that you back up all type and device catalogue data to a PC.

  • Page 78: Backing Up The Unimet Database To Pc

    PC-compatible functions of the UNIMET® 1100ST 6.3.5 Backing up the Unimet database to PC You should make regular back-up copies of the UNIMET® 1100ST database in order to avoid loss of data. If the UNIMET® 1100ST is used by a number of different people in various departments, various versions of the Unimet database can be backed up.

  • Page 79: Unidata1100 Software

    PC-compatible functions of the UNIMET® 1100ST 6.4 UNIData1100 software 6.4.1 System requirements UNIMET® 1000ST/1100ST firmware version 4.20 or higher ● IBM-compatible PC, minimum 600 MHz Pentium II processor, ● with RS-232 interface or USB/RS-232 adapter Minimum 128 MB RAM, 256 MB recommended ●...
  • Page 80 PC-compatible functions of the UNIMET® 1100ST TGH1256en/10.2005...

  • Page 81: Maintenance And Calibration

    Maintenance and calibration 7. Maintenance and calibration 7.1 Calibration Like any other test instrument, UNIMET® 1100ST requires a regular measured values check. The calibration interval is 24 months. The test system can only be calibrated and adjusted by ® ® BENTRON or persons who has been authorized by BENTRON 7.2 Changing the battery...
  • Page 82 Maintenance and calibration TGH1256en/10.2005...

  • Page 83: Options And Accessories

    Options and accessories 8. Options and accessories 8.1 Standard version, options and accessories The following table provides an overview of the available options and documentation, along with ordering data. The latest documentation can be accessed in the Download area of our homepage at http://www.bentron.de.
  • Page 84 Options and accessories Description Image More information Order number T1000 UNIMET® 1100ST brochure B 9602 0001 Carrying bag well designed, to store the UNIMET® 1100ST, printer, barcode scanner, etc. TW1000 UNIMET® 1100ST brochure B 9602 0059 Unimet trolley with built-in bag for easy transportation of the UNIMET®...
  • Page 85 Options and accessories Description Image More information Order number VK701-3 UNIMET® 1100ST brochure, B 9602 0050 Screw/plug-in connector adapter for testing VK701 data sheet extension cables and device power supply cables with PK701 adapter case VK701-4 UNIMET® 1100ST brochure, B 9602 0051 CEE 32 A 5-pole adapter for testing extension VK701 data sheet cables and device power supply cables...

  • Page 86: Pe Conductor Test Option

    Options and accessories Description Image More information Order number Test probe, passive B 928 748 3 m measuring cable with black test probe TP1010, test probe for testing lab equipment TP1010 instruction leaflet B 9602 0060 in accordance with IEC 61010-1, EN61010-1 Measuring cable, 150 cm, 4 mm connector B 928 703 Test clip...

  • Page 87: Printer

    Options and accessories The optional version of the UNIMET® 1100ST with 25 A PE conductor current has the following features: A regulated AC source supplies a sinusoidal current of 25 A (± 10 %) at a resistance to be ● measured of 0 Ω...

  • Page 88: St6180 Barcode Reading Wand, Dlc7070 Barcode Scanner

    Options and accessories interface must be isolated using an appropriate device. Only connect printers which use an IBM 8-bit character set. Set the printer up so that it runs in ● IBM emulation. 8.4 ST6180 barcode reading wand, DLC7070 barcode scanner The ST6180 barcode reading wand or DLC7070 scanner can be used to read master data, such as the device ID, type name or test engineer's name.

  • Page 89: Tp1010 For Tests To Iec 61010-1:2001-02

    Options and accessories Commissioning Prior to first use, the VK701 adapter must be zero balanced. Connect the VK701 measuring cables to bushes [B] and [C] and plug the VK701 into the UNIMET® 1100ST socket connector. Bushes 1 and 10 are not used. Then connect the VK701 plug and coupler. Start zero balancing (See “Test probe, VK701”...
  • Page 90 Options and accessories TGH1256en/10.2005...

  • Page 91: Data

    Data 9. Data 9.1 Standards 9.1.1 Application standards The UNIMET® 1100ST carries out measurements and tests based on the following standards: DIN EN 60601-1 (VDE 750 Part 1):1996-03 ● Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for safety (IEC 601- 1:1988+A1:1991+A2:1995);...

  • Page 92: Terms Used

    Data 9.1.3 Terms used The terms used have been taken primarily from standard DIN EN 60601-1 (VDE 750 Part 1):1996-03. Term Explanation Detachable Flexible cord intended to be connected to electrical equipment by means of a power supply suitable appliance coupler for mains supply purpose. cord Applied part A part of ME equipment that in normal use,...

  • Page 93: Abbreviations Used

    Data Term Explanation Class II ME ME equipment in which protection against electric shock does not rely on basic equipment insulation only, but in which additional safety precautions such as double insulation or reinforced insulation are provided, there being no provision for protective earth or reliance upon installation conditions.

  • Page 94: Test Steps

    R-PE PE resistance TRMS Root-mean-square value Underwriters Laboratories Unimet UNIMET® 1000ST or UNIMET® 1100ST BENDER test system BGV-A2, VBG4 Accident prevention regulation for electrical installation and equipment in Germany Association of German electrical engineers 9.2 Test steps A classified test sequence with UNIMET® 1100ST comprises a number of individual test steps.
  • Page 95 Data Testing of PE conductor resistance Test voltage ..........................max. 14 V, mains frequency Short-circuit current (standard version) ......................approx. 10 A Short-circuit current (25 A version) ............25 A ± 10% in the range 0.001 Ω to 0.3 Ω Measuring range ..........................0.001 Ω to 29.999 Ω Measuring accuracy......................
  • Page 96 Data TGH1256en/10.2005...
  • Page 97 INDEX Numerics Cooling-off phase 67 Country-specific versions 86 25 A PE conductor test 86 Language 40 Leakage currents 11 - Dangerous 65 Damage in transit 9 Limit value overshoot 65 Accessories Data memory 11 Limiting values 52 - Scope of supply 13 Date 48 List of test steps 94 Accessories carrier 14...
  • Page 98 INDEX - Reversed 63 Test probe 43 Power consumption 67 - Zero balancing 43 Principle of operation 18 Test protocol Print all 36 - Header 48 Test result 68 Printer 87 Test standard 52 Printout Test step editor 30 - Long-format 68 - Short-format 68 Test steps Program update 49...
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