TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions ....................................4 Applications ......................................6 Intended Use / Use for Intended Purpose ......................6 Use for Other than Intended Purpose......................... 6 Liability and Guarantee............................6 Documentation....................................7 Information Concerning these Instructions......................7 Identification of Warnings ........................... 7 Identifiers ................................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Performing a Measurement..........................20 7.3.1 Preparation for a Mode 2 Measurement.....................20 7.3.2 Preparation for a Mode 3 Measurement.....................21 7.3.3 Selecting a Cable Type from the Database ....................21 7.3.4 Entering Vehicle Data..........................22 7.3.5 Visual Inspection ............................22 7.3.6 Starting Automatic Measurement.......................24 Printing Out the Test Report..........................25 Saving the Measurements..........................25 Opening the “System”...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and follow these instructions carefully and completely in order to ensure safe and proper use. The instructions must be made available to all persons who use the instrument. Keep for future reference. General The instrument may only be used by electro-technically trained persons (ETPs), electricians and persons with at least ...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not use the instrument in areas subject to the risk of fire. Danger of fire! Implement adequate measures for protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD). Fuses The instrument may only be used as long as the fuses are in flawless condition. Defective fuses must be replaced. Fuses ...
APPLICATIONS APPLICATIONS Please read this important information! INTENDED USE / USE FOR INTENDED PURPOSE The PROFiTEST H+E CABLE tester is used for standards-compliant testing of charging cables for electric vehicles. It’s laid out for the testing of mode 2 (IC-CPD) and mode 3 charging cables. The following tests are conducted: Low-resistance protective conductor continuity R ...
The latest version of these instructions is available on our website: https://www.gmc-instruments.de/en/services/download-center/ Firmware Version This documentation describes instruments with software version 1.1.0. You can view your instrument’s firmware version ...
DOCUMENTATION ATTENTION Damage to the product or the environment is possible. Note Important information Useful additional information or application tip IDENTIFIERS The following identifiers are used in this documentation: Identifier Meaning Control element Keys, buttons, menus and other controls Prerequisite A condition etc.
GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED This chapter provides an overview of the initial steps for working with the instrument. 1. Read and adhere to the product documentation. In particular, observe all safety information in the documentation, on the instrument and on the packaging. Safety instructions 4 ...
THE INSTRUMENT THE INSTRUMENT SCOPE OF DELIVERY Please check the scope of delivery for completeness and intactness. PROFiTEST H+E CABLE tester Keyboard Roll of thermal paper 3-phase measuring adapter, CEE 16 A to Schuko 3-phase measuring adapter, CEE 32 A to Schuko 3-phase measuring adapter, Camping to Schuko Calibration certificate Operating instructions...
THE INSTRUMENT 5.3.2 THERMAL PRINTER Cover handle Short paper feed key Perforated tearing edge Long paper feed key Status lamp Paper compartment Figure 2: Thermal Printer 5.3.3 SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT AND THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Symbol Meaning Warning concerning a point of danger (attention, observe documentation!) Double insulation (protection class II) European conformity marking...
THE INSTRUMENT INCLUDED FEATURES Standards-compliant testing of mode 2 (IC-CPD) and mode 3 charging cables with automatic test sequence: Low-resistance protective conductor continuity R Insulation resistance R RCD AC tripping current and time to trip DC sensor test, 6 mA tripping time/current ...
THE INSTRUMENT TECHNICAL DATA Nominal line voltage: 220 V / 230 V 50 … 60 Hz Power Supply Mains connection: inlet plug Mains connection fuses: F for L and N Mode 3: Charging station end / house end: Single or 3-phase charging 32 A 480 V~ cable, type 2 charging plug 2 A, 30 V...
THE INSTRUMENT 5.7.3 RCD TIME TO TRIP AND TRIPPING CURRENT, 230 V SINGLE-PHASE, MODE 2 CHARGING CABLE Measuring Accuracy Measurement Measuring Range Resolution (at 23 °C ± 5 °C, ≤ 80% RH) RCD time to trip, 10 mA, 20 mA, 30 mA AC test 10 ms … 500 ms 1 ms ±...
THE INSTRUMENT Measuring Accuracy Measurement Measuring Range Resolution (at 23 °C ± 5 °C, ≤ 80% RH) RCD DC ramp test 2 mA … 10 / 20 / 2 mA ± (5% + 2 places) 30 mA DC current ramp from 1.2 mA ... 6 mA in steps of 0.3 mA Test current 1.8 s Step time...
THE INSTRUMENT 5.7.6 VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT, MODE 2 AND MODE 3 CHARGING CABLES Measuring Accuracy Measurement Measuring Range Resolution (at 23 °C ± 5 °C, ≤ 80% RH) Voltage measurement at external, grounded … 270 V ± (10% + 2 places) outlet Measured voltage out of range ±10% (207 …...
MENU AND FUNCTIONS MENU AND FUNCTIONS The instrument is operated using the function keys to the left and right of the display. Settings and values appear at the display. Entries are made via the USB keyboard (included). FUNCTION KEYS AND ICONS Description Function Function Keys with Fixed Assignment...
MENU AND FUNCTIONS Description Function Reset limit to default setting Reset limit View a report Report Open database Database Start update Update Display initial page Initial page Selector switch Fail/pass Switch between Yes and No Answer “No” to the question Answer “Yes”...
OPERATION OPERATION ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY 1. Insert the inlet plug into the inlet socket on the instrument. 2. Connect the mains plug to mains power. SWITCHING THE INSTRUMENT ON AND OFF 7.2.1 SWITCHING THE INSTRUMENT ON 1. Set the OFF/ON toggle switch to the I position. The display and user interface are activated.
OPERATION 7.3.2 PREPARATION FOR A MODE 3 MEASUREMENT The instrument is connected to mains power. The instrument is switched on. The charging cable under test is a mode 3 cable. 1. Select Mode 3. 2. Press the function key next to the OK icon. 3.
OPERATION 7.3.4 ENTERING VEHICLE DATA 1. Connect the USB keyboard to the instrument’s USB port. 2. Use the keyboard to enter the license plate number of the vehicle associated with the cable. 3. Press the function key next to the Down icon or press Tab on the keyboard, in order to switch to the Chassis Number field.
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OPERATION Criteria for Visual Inspection Result Inspection Criterion Free of damage or contamination Yes / No All cables fulfill the requirements for intended use. Yes / No The mains plug and the vehicle coupler are free of defects. Yes / No Strain reliefs for all cables are free of defects.
OPERATION 7.3.6 STARTING AUTOMATIC MEASUREMENT Visual inspection has been completed. 1. The menu is switched automatically to automatic measurement. The Start Measurement field appears with a green background. 2. Press the function key next to the OK icon. Automatic measurement is started.
OPERATION PRINTING OUT THE TEST REPORT The test steps for automatic testing have been completed in full. The test report is displayed. 1. Press the PRINT function key. 2. The test report is printed. SAVING THE MEASUREMENTS The test steps for automatic testing have been completed in full. ...
OPERATION PERFORMING SINGLE MEASUREMENTS The System menu is open. The cable under test is connected to the test instrument. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Single Test submenu. The Single Test submenu appears with a green background.
OPERATION EDITING A LIMIT VALUE The window with the single measurement is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Limit icon. The dialog for adjusting the limit value appears. 2. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to increase or decrease the limit value.
OPERATION 7.10 DELETING A TEST REPORT FROM THE DATABASE The System menu is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Delete submenu. The Delete submenu appears with a green background. 2.
OPERATION 7.11 ADDING/EDITING AN INSPECTOR Opening the “Inspector” Submenu The System menu is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Inspector submenu. The Inspector submenu appears with a green background. ...
OPERATION 7.12 ADDING/EDITING COMPANY DATA Opening the “Company Data” Submenu The System menu is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Company Data submenu. The Company Data submenu appears with a green background. ...
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OPERATION Deleting an Existing Company Name The System menu is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Delete submenu. The Delete submenu appears with a green background. 2.
OPERATION 7.13 CREATING A BACKUP Opening the Backup Submenu A USB flash drive is connected to the USB port. The System menu is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Backup submenu.
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OPERATION Backing Up Log Files A USB flash drive is connected to the USB port. The Backup submenu is displayed. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Backup Log Files option. The Backup Log Files option appears with a green background.
OPERATION 7.14 ENTERING THE CALIBRATION DATE The System menu is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Calibration submenu. The Calibration submenu appears with a green background. 2.
OPERATION 7.15 CUSTOMIZING SYSTEM SETTINGS 7.15.1 CHANGING THE DISPLAY LANGUAGE The System menu is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Language submenu. The Language submenu appears with a green background. ...
OPERATION Changing the Date The System menu is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Date/Time submenu. The Date/Time submenu appears with a green background. 2. Press the function key next to the OK icon. 3.
OPERATION The new firmware version is displayed. 7.17 RESTORING THE INSTRUMENT TO DEFAULT SETTINGS The System menu is open. 1. Press the function key next to the Up or Down icon, in order to select the Delete submenu. The Delete submenu appears with a green background.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT STORAGE AND TRANSPORT ATTENTION Improper Storage Damage to the product and measuring error due to environmental influences. Store the instrument in a protected location and only within the limits of the specified permissible am- bient conditions. The respective ambient conditions (temperature, humidity etc.) can be found under ...
If this is not the case, a calibration interval of 2 to 3 years is usually adequate. Please contact GMC-I Service GmbH for calibration services "Contact, Support and Service" 42. A sticker with an instrument-specific guideline value for the calibration interval and information regarding the service provider is included on the instrument as an aid.
MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE FUSE WARNING Risk of accident if the wrong fuse is installed! Using the wrong fuse may result in fire or failure of safety features due to overload. Always replace blown fuses with new ones of the same type. 1.
REPAIR 10 REPAIR If your instrument requires repair, please contact our service department “Contact, Support and Service” 42. Note Loss of Warranty and Guarantee Entitlements Unauthorized modification of the instrument is prohibited. This also includes opening the instrument. If it can be ascertained that the instrument has been opened by unauthorized personnel, no guarantee claims can be honored by the manufacturer with regard to personal safety, measuring accuracy, compli- ance with applicable safety measures or any consequential damages.
Industrial Measuring support.industrie@gossenmetrawatt.com Technology: Enquiries concerning training and seminars can also be submitted by e-mail and online: training@gossenmetrawatt.com https://www.gossenmetrawatt.de/en/knowledge/webinars/ Please contact GMC-I Service GmbH for repairs, replacement parts and calibration +49 911 817718-0 Beuthener Str. 41 90471 Nürnberg service@gossenmetrawatt.com Germany www.gmci-service.com/en/...
CERTIFICATIONS 12 CERTIFICATIONS 12.1 CE DECLARATION The instrument fulfills all requirements of applicable EU directives and national regulations. We confirm this with the CE mark. The CE declaration is available upon request. 12.2 CALIBRATION CERTIFICATE A calibration certificate is included with the instrument. PROFITEST H+E CABLE 43 | 48...
DISPOSAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 13 DISPOSAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Proper disposal makes an important contribution to the protection of our environment and the conservation of natural re- sources. ATTENTION Environmental Damage Improper disposal results in environmental damage. Follow the instructions concerning return and disposal included in this section. ...
TABELLEN TABLES Identifiers in this Document ............................... 8 Icons Used in this Document............................. 8 Definition of Terms ................................8 Symbols on the Instrument and the Included Accessories ....................11 Relevant Standards ................................. 12 Technical Data ................................13 Characteristic Values, Continuity Test, Protective Conductor Resistance R , Mode 2 and Mode 3 Charging Cables ..
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