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Gossen MetraWatt PROFITEST PRIME Operating Instructions Manual

Gossen MetraWatt PROFITEST PRIME Operating Instructions Manual

Testing of the effectiveness of protective measures per: vde 0100-600 / din vde 0100-600 / iec 60364-6 vde 0105-100 / din vde 0105-100 / en 50110-1 ove e 8101 niv sn 411000 vde 0113-1 / din en 60204-1 / iec 60204-1 vde 0126-23-1 / din en 62446-1 / iec 624
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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
1/3.25
3-447-232-03
PROFITEST PRIME
PROFITEST PRIME AC
TEST INSTRUMENTS FOR STANDARDS-COMPLIANT
TESTING OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PROTECTIVE
MEASURES PER:
VDE 0100-600 / DIN VDE 0100-600 / IEC 60364-6
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VDE 0105-100 / DIN VDE 0105-100 / EN 50110-1
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OVE E 8101
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NIV SN 411000
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VDE 0113-1 / DIN EN 60204-1 / IEC 60204-1
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VDE 0126-23-1 / DIN EN 62446-1 / IEC 62446-1
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VDE 0122-1 / DIN EN 61851-1 / IEC 61851-1
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VDE 0100-710 / DIN VDE 0100-710 / IEC 60364-7-710
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VDE 0660-600-1 / DIN EN IEC 61439-1 *
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VDE 0432-1 / DIN EN 60060-1 / IEC 60060-1 *
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VDE 0472 / DIN VDE 0472 *
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* PROFITEST PRIME AC only

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  • Page 1 VDE 0100-710 / DIN VDE 0100-710 / IEC 60364-7-710  VDE 0660-600-1 / DIN EN IEC 61439-1 *  VDE 0432-1 / DIN EN 60060-1 / IEC 60060-1 *  VDE 0472 / DIN VDE 0472 *  * PROFITEST PRIME AC only...
  • Page 2 General Notes Concerning Measurements......58 N ..............35 ZLOOP AC/DC ..........36 10.1 Help Function ..........58 ZLOOP DC+ ........... 37 10.2 Automatic Settings, Monitoring and Shutdown 58 Zloop Z+Rlo ............ 37 2 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 3 14.2.1 General............. 79 15.1.6 Accessing the Table of “Allowable Fuses”..98 14.2.2 RCD IN – Measurement of Time to Trip 15.2 ZLOOP AC/DC – Measuring Line/Loop with Nominal Current ........ 80 Impedance ............98 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 3 | 168...
  • Page 4 17.2 IMD Measurement ......... 106 23.3 Required Accessories ........123 17.3 Retrieving Saved Measured Values ....107 23.3.1 SIGNAL PROFITEST PRIME AC (Z506B) Indicator/Signal Lamp Combination ..123 RCM – Testing of Residual Current Monitoring Devices . 108 23.3.2 HV-P PROFITEST PRIME AC (Z506V) 18.1 General ............
  • Page 5 27.4 Replacing LEDs in the Signal Lamp Combination (Z506B) for the PROFITEST PRIME AC ..138 27.4.1 Model Without Black Covers....138 27.4.2 Model With Black Covers......139 27.5 Calibration ............. 139 Troubleshooting .............. 140 28.1 Error Messages..........140 28.2 Reset ............. 149 Repairs................
  • Page 6  tended for this purpose. Unless expressly confirmed oth- applicable for your work environment. erwise in writing by Gossen Metrawatt GmbH, they are Wear suitable and appropriate personal protective equip-  not intended or suitable for use with other products.
  • Page 7 ® The instrument is equipped with a Bluetooth module.  Determine whether or not use of the implemented fre- quency band of 2.402 to 2.480 GHz is permissible in your country. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 7 | 168...
  • Page 8 VDE 0104 / DIN EN 50191 and VDE 0413-14 / DIN EN 61557-14 / IEC 61557-14 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC are used during setup and initial startup, as well as for periodic testing and for troubleshooting.
  • Page 9 (including excerpts) are only permissible after previ- General warning symbol ously obtaining written consent from Gossen Metrawatt Gm- bH. This applies in particular to storage and processing in electronic systems provided they do not exclusively serve le- Warning regarding electrical voltage gitimate internal purposes.
  • Page 10 RCCB (residual current circuit breaker) PRCD Portable residual current device Term Definition PRCD-S: with protective conductor detection and Measuring/ PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC monitoring test instru- PRCD-K: ment with undervoltage trigger and protective conductor Device under Object to be examined/tested,...
  • Page 11  "AUTO – Test Sequences (automatic test sequenc-  es)" 132 Transfer the measurement/test results to a PC with IZY- TRONIQ report generating software for data backup and evaluation 135. Further topics of interest: Maintenance 136 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 11 | 168...
  • Page 12 Please check the scope of delivery for completeness and in- PRIME AC: tactness. SIGNAL PROFITEST Signal lamp combination for dielec- 1 Measuring/test instrument (PROFITEST PRIME M516A PRIME AC tric strength testing per or PROFITEST PRIME AC M516C) (Z506B) DIN EN 50191/VDE 0104 and 1 Mains power cable, 1.5 m...
  • Page 13   Testing of residual current monitors (RCMs)   Leakage current measurement (direct)   Current measurement (with optional current clamp sensor)   Power measurement (with optional current clamp sensor) PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 13 | 168...
  • Page 14 50%. Key Function – Not possible/sensible available Quick Charging Mode No measurements can be conducted during the quick charging process. This is assured by the “Charge” position at the rotary switch. 14 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 15 THE INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT OVERVIEW 5.5.1 CONNECTION, CONTROL AND DISPLAY PANEL, PROFITEST PRIME Fig. 1: Instrument Overview, PROFITEST PRIME Measuring circuit fuses 12. Connection for current clamp sensor (PROFITEST CLIP Z506H, METRAFLEX P300 Z502E*, Connector for inlet plug with country-specific mains...
  • Page 16 THE INSTRUMENT 5.5.2 CONNECTION, CONTROL AND DISPLAY PANEL, PROFITEST PRIME AC Fig. 2: Instrument Overview, PROFITEST PRIME AC Measuring circuit fuses 16. Connector socket for signal lamp combination: SIGNAL PROFITEST PRIME AC (Z506B) Connector for inlet plug with country-specific mains plug 17.
  • Page 17 50 V during RCD testing, as well as after safety shutdown range of use and measuring uncertainty, as well as nominal occurs. value. It also lights up if R or R limit values have been exceed- ed or fallen short of. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 17 | 168...
  • Page 18 *** Mains connection test: Connection L and N reversed See 21 for all display indications. Fig. 4: Display Optional accessory, not included Optional accessory, not included Optional accessory, not included Optional accessory, not included 18 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 19 LOOP , Δ L/AMP Limit value for touch voltage UL exceeded RCD I , RCD I , RCD I ΔN ΔN LOOP LOOP LOOP IMD, RCM, PRCD, Evaluation: “NOT OK” E-mobility PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 19 | 168...
  • Page 20 RCD IF , RCD IΔ , RCD IF +IΔ Measuring/test instrument is deactivated  No supply power  LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP , IMD, RCM, L/AMP T% r.H., extra, auto, setup, charge 20 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 21 Phase conductor L interrupted, displayed neutral conductor N charged with phase voltage Phase conductor L and protective conductor PE reversed displayed L and N are connected to the phase conductors displayed PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 21 | 168...
  • Page 22 Probe L3 connected to neutral conductor N displayed Intelligent Probe Status Symbol Status Rotary Switch Position Function/Meaning The symbol is displayed instead of “BAT” as displayed soon as an I-SK4/12 intelligent probe is con- nected. 22 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 23 Memory occupancy ≥ 50% displayed Δ , e-mobility, PRCD, Memory occupancy ≥ 37.5% HV-AC, displayed Setup Memory occupancy ≥ 25% displayed Memory occupancy ≥ 12.5% displayed Memory occupancy ≥ 0% displayed PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 23 | 168...
  • Page 24 Any errors that might occur are displayed in error pop-ups.  "Error Messages" 140. They have to be acknowledged by pressing the following keys: At the measuring/test instrument: ESC  At intelligent measuring probes I-SK4-PROFITEST-PRIME Z516T and I-SK12-PROFITEST-PRIME Z516U  Optional accessory, not included Optional accessory, not included 24 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 25 Loop impedance with LOOP suppression of tripping of type A RCD Short-circuit current 100 Loop impedance / line im- LOOP pedance ZL-PE/ZL-N with suppression of tripping of type B RCD Short-circuit current 102 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 25 | 168...
  • Page 26 “AUTO”. monitoring) 108 Fault, leakage or stray cur- rent Frequency 110 1V Fault, leakage or stray cur- L/AMP rent (Apparent) power 111  T%rh Temperature r. H. (relative humidity) 113 26 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 27 Calibration seal XY123 Consecutive number Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH Registration number 15080-01-01 2018-05 Date of calibration (year – month) Tab. 4: Symbols on the Instrument and the Included Accessories PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 27 | 168...
  • Page 28 IEC 61557-2 bution systems up to 1000 V AC and 1500 V DC – Tab. 5: Relevant Standards Devices for testing, measuring or monitoring protective measures – Part 2: Insulation resistance 28 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 29 85 V … 264 V (mains connection): 16.7 Hz … 50 Hz … 400 Hz Power consumption: PROFITEST PRIME: < 300 VA PROFITEST PRIME AC: < 800 VA Mains interrupt: Mains connection socket with line disconnector Battery operation: Battery pack:...
  • Page 30 Max. 50,000 objects Internal Memory Can only be ordered from GMC-I Service GmbH. following keyboard models have been successfully tested: Rapoo E6080, Logitech K380, Keychron We offer no guarantee for other devices. 30 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 31 With a load of < 50 mΩ: auxiliary power: 230 V (-0% +10%), 50 Hz and the included 4 m probe cables. EN 61439-1 specifies a test current of > 10 A AC for protective conductor testing. The limit value is 0.1 Ω. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 31 | 168...
  • Page 32 < 1.6 mA 25 V … 1.19 kV ±(3% rdg.+1 d) ±(1.5% rdg. + 1 d) 250 V / U ISO 0.01 kV 1.00 kV … 1.19 kV 325 V / 500 V / 1000 V 32 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 33 100 mA / ±(0.2% rdg.+1 d) ±(0.1% rdg.+1 d) 100 Hz … 999 Hz 1 Hz 300 mA / 500 mA / 1000 mA Only required when testing with direct current. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 33 | 168...
  • Page 34 100 Hz … 999 Hz 1 Hz + 1 d) 1000 mA 300 mA / 500 mA / 1000 mA Only required when testing with direct current. Depending on maximum permissible touch voltage. 34 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 35 ±(0.2% rdg. + 1 d) ±(0.1% rdg. + 1 d) 100 mA AC 100 Hz … 999 Hz 1 Hz 420 Hz 300 mA AC 500 mA AC / 1000 mA AC PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 35 | 168...
  • Page 36 1 Hz 15.4 Hz … 420 Hz 200 Hz / 100 Hz … 999 Hz 400 Hz With 100% test current Depending on maximum permissible touch voltage. With 50% test current 36 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 37 15.4 Hz … 420 Hz ±(0.2% rdg.+1 d) ±(0.1% rdg. + 1 d) 100 Hz… 999 Hz 1 Hz * Specifications apply to selected RCD types ≥ 30 mA I Δ PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 37 | 168...
  • Page 38 ±(6% rdg. + 2 d) ±(3.5% rdg. + 2 d) 10.0 … 99.9 mA 0.1 mA 10.0 mA … 25.0 mA Resistance value R is a setting value, not a measured value. L-PE 38 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 39 ±(0.2% rdg. + 1 d) ±(0.1% rdg. + 1 d) 100 Hz … 999 Hz 1 Hz = leakage current Frequency is only displayed as of a level of I > 100 μA. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 39 | 168...
  • Page 40 100 V AC … 725 V AC 850 V DC 100 V … 999 V ±(2% rdg. + 1 d) ±(1% rdg. + 1 d) 100 V DC … 850 V DC (- 0 %) 40 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 41 ±(5% rdg. + 5 d) (typ. ~ 15 MΩ) 2.5 kV    0° to 90° 1° 0° to 90° ±(12% rdg. + 10 d) ±(10% rdg. + 10 d) PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 41 | 168...
  • Page 42 10.8 V, deviation:  10% Auxiliary power (battery) +23 °C, deviation  ±2 K Ambient temperature 40% ... 60% Relative humidity < 0.1 A/m Extraneous field strength Linear, strictly ohmic Load resistors 42 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 43 690 V, I < 25 mA continuous 15 mA continuous, measurement is stopped in case of interference voltage > 60 V TRMS continuous TRMS PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 43 | 168...
  • Page 44 The battery is continuously charged as long as the measur- switch the measuring/test instrument on and off. ing/test instrument is connected to the mains (44) and the mains switch is set to ON “I”, regardless of the selector switch position. 44 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 45 (except OFF).  The menu which corresponds to the rotary selector switch is displayed. The measuring/test instrument can be switched off manually by setting the rotary selector switch to the OFF position. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 45 | 168...
  • Page 46 Furthermore, applications in combination with the PROFIT- 7.2.2 MEASURING PROBES WITH LONGER EST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC are described in this CONNECTOR CABLES (OPTIONAL chapter and in the chapter on the respective measurement/ ACCESSORY) test.
  • Page 47 BLUETOOTH KEYBOARD SENSORS ® The PROFITEST PRIME (Z506G) T/H sensor is required for An external keyboard can be connected via Bluetooth measuring temperature and relative humidity  "T %r.H. – easier entry of text, numbers and other characters. Measurement of Temperature and Atmospheric Humidity"...
  • Page 48 It appears in the list of trusted devices. Note Set the language of the measuring/test instru- ment to match the keyboard layout  "Test In- strument Settings – Setup" 49. 48 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 49 Return to main menu MAINS NETZ LED: test green MAINS NETZ LED: test red UL/RL LED: test red BATT LED: test green RCD FI LED: test red BATT LED: test red PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 49 | 168...
  • Page 50 Time, on-time and default settings Time Return to main menu Date Language for user interface ® Bluetooth On-time for DB mode display illumination and (database display) measuring/test instrument Brightness/contrast Default settings 50 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 51 (loss of all measurement data, database, instrument configuration, test sequences etc.) Back up your structures, measurement data and sequences to a PC before pressing the respective  key. A security prompt appears, allowing you to change your mind if desired.  PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 51 | 168...
  • Page 52 These can then be edited in the report generating program Decrease brightness and transferred back to the measuring/test instrument if re- quired. Increase contrast Decrease contrast 52 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 53 Pairing is described within the context of the respective func- tion. Devices which have been paired with the measuring/test in- strument can be found in the list of trusted devices. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 53 | 168...
  • Page 54 (see “DB Mode” 52). Hide the zoom window. Change display to menu selection. This section describes creation of the distributor structure at the measurement/test instrument. 54 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 55 Delete character Switching amongst different types of alphanu- meric characters: RCBO Upper case letters Lower case letters Operating equipment Numbers Equipotential bonding busbar Equipotential bonding conductor Special characters Earth electrode Measuring point PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 55 | 168...
  • Page 56 If you change the electrical circuit parameters specified by the structure in the measuring/test instrument, a warning is displayed when the change is saved. Press the key in order to create a new object. 56 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 57 ... and entering the desired text (only full matches are found – no wild cards, case sensitive) ... Continue searching ... the first match is displayed. Further matches can be found by selecting the icon shown here at the right. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 57 | 168...
  • Page 58 Touch voltage which is induced by test current is monitored for each measuring sequence. If touch voltage exceeds the selected limit value, measurement is immediately interrupt- ed. The UL/RL LED lights up red. 58 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 59 Select the respective values with the left or right cursor key. The value is accepted by pressing the  key. The Select the EDIT menu. ✓ value is acknowledged by selecting and then press- ing the  key. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 59 | 168...
  • Page 60 L1-PE L1-PE L2-PE L2-PE L2-PE L3-PE L3-PE L3-PE L1-N N-PE N-PE L2-N L1-N L+N-PE L3-N L2-N L1-N L1-L2 L3-N L2-N n × L2-L3 L1-L2 L3-N L1-L3 L2-L3 L1-L2 L1-L3 L2-L3 L1-L3 60 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 61  The display is switched to the memory menu or the structure view. Navigate to the desired memory location, i.e. to the desired structure element / object, for which the mea- surement data will be saved. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 61 | 168...
  • Page 62 Navigate to the desired electric circuit using the scroll keys. Switch to page 2 by pressing the key shown at the right: Display the measurement data by pressing the key shown at the right: 62 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 63 The measuring/test instrument is connected to the PC/ IZYTRONIQ and is ready for use. Sending Results to the PC/IZYTRONIQ with Push-Print Complete information regarding push-print and a description of the application can be found in IZYTRONIQ online help. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 63 | 168...
  • Page 64 IN key. Mea- Observe the measuring category: without safety sured values are saved for the momentary set- caps on the probes, measurements may only be ting. performed in CAT II. 64 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 65 CEE outlets. See data sheet. Connection for 3-wire measurement, plug L1-L2-L3 in clockwise direction beginning at PE socket Indications for mains connection test  "Signal- ing via LEDs" 19 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 65 | 168...
  • Page 66 UL/RL LED lights up. Limit values can be selected within a range of 0.10  to 10.0  (editable). The limit value is dis- played above the measured value. 66 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 67 T = 0.00 Ohm is displayed. OFFSE Select the test signal with which you intend to conduct the measurement. Then short circuit the measurement cables. Start measurement by pressing the IN key. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 67 | 168...
  • Page 68 If the HELP key is activated after performance of resistance measurement, the cable lengths corresponding to common conductor cross sections are displayed. Press and hold for long-term measurement 68 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 69 0.2A measurement: Press the ON/START key causes the PRCD to trip under unfavorable conditions. (see also chapter "RLO 0.2 A Measurement" 68). Save: possible via softkey after successful measure- ment. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 69 | 168...
  • Page 70 Measurement results cannot be read and measure- ment with the same or another polarity cannot be started until the symbol at the right appears. 70 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 71 This warning might also appear if continuity of the protec- tive conductor connection is impaired, because in this case external voltages have been capacitively induced. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 71 | 168...
  • Page 72 30 seconds. If this repetition rate is exceed- ed, the measuring/test instrument may overheat in which case measurement is disabled. 72 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 73  Test current is applied.  End of measurement: as soon as the measured value is stable or after 10 seconds.  The following measured values are displayed: RLO: resistance  I: test current  PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 73 | 168...
  • Page 74 10.4). This list makes it possible to select a test voltage which deviates from nominal voltage, and is usually lower, for measurements at sensitive components, as well as systems with voltage limiting devices. 74 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 75 < 1 k. In this way, incorrect connection can be avoided and interrupted measurement cables can be detected. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 75 | 168...
  • Page 76 The specification of conductor relationship points makes it possible to allocate measured values and measuring points to each other. Corresponding report generation is possible after measurement has been completed by pressing the save key (softkey). 76 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 77 Select maximum voltage such that the anticipated  Current flows at the selected amperage  breakdown voltage of the device under test is roughly one third of this value (observe manufacturer’s data sheet if applicable). PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 77 | 168...
  • Page 78 154. These values take maximum device error into consideration (under nominal conditions of use). Intermediate values can be inter- polated. 78 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 79 Test Probes Generation of DC residual current: All three probes are required in this case: (1)L, (2)N, (3)PE. 2 probes, namely 1(L), 3(PE), suffice when generating AC cur- rent or half-wave current. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 79 | 168...
  • Page 80 Measurement can be aborted by pressing ON/START, I N ESC. Explanation of displayed measured values:  : touch voltage relative to nominal residual current  : time to trip  : earth loop resistance  80 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 81 Repair the system. 3-Phase Connections For proper RCD testing at three-phase connections, the trip- ping test must be conducted for one of the three phase con- ductors (L1, L2 and L3). PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 81 | 168...
  • Page 82 (see also chapter "Characteristic Values" 31). Selection is possible from the following options: Full-wave, 0°  Positive half-wave  Negative half-wave  82 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 83 Press the ON/START key.   Measured values display: U , U, f. Start touch voltage measure- ment and tripping test: Press the IN key.  Test current is applied. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 83 | 168...
  • Page 84 < 25 V, < 50 V, < 65 V current to be applied: Full-wave, 0°  Time to trip Full-wave, 180°  Positive half-wave  Negative half-wave  Positive direct current  84 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 85 End of measurement: when the RCD is tripped or the final value is reached.   Measured values display: U , ta, R , U, f. Measurement can be aborted by pressing ON/START, IN or ESC. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 85 | 168...
  • Page 86 Measuring Method A test current which is increased in steps is applied within a range of 0.35 … 1.3 × I . Time to trip and tripping current N are measured simultaneously. 86 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 87 U deviates from nominal voltage by 10%. f: frequency of the applied voltage.  is displayed if frequency f deviates from nominal fre- quency by 1%. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 87 | 168...
  • Page 88 If, during the no-trip test which lasts for 1 second, the RCD trips too early at 50% I N i.e. before the actual tripping test starts, the pop-up window shown at the right ap- pears. 88 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 89 Type 1 Start Measurement Note Battery operation: Incorrect measurement results when the battery is low! Only perform the measurement with DC test cur- rent if the battery charge level is ≥ 50%. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 89 | 168...
  • Page 90  N (the PRCD-K must be tripped at 50% nominal current.) Tripping current I : testing with rising residual current I   Select Measuring Function RCD I RCD I N 90 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 91 The PRCD-S must be suitable for commercial use, and is in- stalled like an extension cable between an electrical consum- er – as a rule an electrical tool – and the electrical outlet. Parameter Settings SRCD/PRCD Type 1 Start Measurement PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 91 | 168...
  • Page 92 Start with the positive or negative half-wave of the respective full-wave: Waveform: 0°: Start with positive half-wave 180°: Start with negative half-wave Negative half-wave Positive half-wave Positive direct current Negative direct current 92 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 93 Time to trip: Time to trip: 6 mA: 10.0 s 60 mA: 0.3 s 200 mA: 0.1 s Note The RDC-DD is tested with nominal residual cur- rents of 6 to 200 mA. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 93 | 168...
  • Page 94 Furthermore, PRCD-Ks have an inversely wired protective conductor. Consequently, tripping is already possible as of 0.25 × I N RCBO The RCBO function makes it possible to test RCCBs with overcurrent protection. 94 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 95 PRCD-K and SRCD: Half of the respective value of the specified factor is set as the limit value for the no-trip test and the tripping test. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 95 | 168...
  • Page 96 If line voltage does not lie within these nominal ranges, sitive RCCBs the measuring/test instrument calculates short-circuit cur- rent I based upon prevailing line voltage and measured loop resistance Z LOOP 96 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 97 I (see table be saved after it has been  "RCM Display Values" 160). evaluated. The variants which can be selected with the Limits key have the following meanings: PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 97 | 168...
  • Page 98 * Parameters which are only used for report gen- eration and do not influence the measurement Measurement in AC or DC system with 100% test current Measurement in DC system with 50% test current 98 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 99 I Measurement in AC system only: Polarity selection Semiautomatic measurement Start Measurement  You have set the parame- ters for the measurement at the measuring/test in- strument. Saving Measured Values PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 99 | 168...
  • Page 100 Waveform: DC-L and positive half-wave DC-H and positive half-wave See chapter "Settings for Calculating Short-Cir- cuit Current – Parameter IK" 97 with regard to parameter I 100 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 101 Battery operation: Incorrect measurement results when the battery is low! Only perform the Z (DC-H) measure- LOOP ment with DC test current if the battery charge level is ≥ 50%. Connection PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 101 | 168...
  • Page 102 Probe 1(L)  mains L Probe 2(N)  mains PE Probe 3(PE)  mains N See chapter "Settings for Calculating Short-Cir- cuit Current – Parameter IK" 97 with regard to parameter I 102 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 103 * Parameters which are only used for report gen- eration and do not influence the measurement Touch voltage See chapter "Settings for Calculating Short-Cir- cuit Current – Parameter IK" 97 with regard to parameter I PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 103 | 168...
  • Page 104  tions. Note The correct RCD type (above all I ) must be se- N lected before measurement because the RCD will otherwise be tripped during the measuring proce- dure. Connection 104 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 105 UL/RL LED lights up red. U Limit value: U > U with limit value t PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 105 | 168...
  • Page 106 : active test resistance with upper and lower limit  L-PE The parameter is set as a percentage with reference to the values resistance momentarily introduced by the measuring/test in- strument. 106 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 107 RL LED lights up red. Save: press the Save Value softkey. Measurement can be aborted by pressing ON/START or ESC. The evaluation prompt appears (see above) even after abort- ing with ESC. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 107 | 168...
  • Page 108 Use of an RCM in combination with an RCD: a RCD tripping is permissible if the measuring/test in- strument is connected between mains and ground. b Tripping of the RCD is not permissible if: 108 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 109  = NOK /  = OK Within special ranges, reduced touch voltage limit values   Evaluation  (in case of false alarm): the UL/RL LED apply: 25 V or 60 V lights up red. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 109 | 168...
  • Page 110 UL/RL of a level of > 100 μA. Press the corresponding Specifying limit values results in automatic evaluation at the softkey to save your end of the measurement. results. 110 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 111 As a standard procedure, power is calculated with a refer- The transformation ratio parameter must be correspondingly ence voltage of 230 V. set at the measuring/test instrument depending on the re- spectively selected measuring range at the current clamp sensor. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 111 | 168...
  • Page 112 Set the rotary switch to the 1V  position. Connect the current clamp sensor. Set the parameters. In particular the transformation ratio of the connected current clamp sensor. In order to start current clamp measurement: Press the ON/START key. 112 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 113 Connect the Z506G T/H sensor. See chapter "Instru- ment Overview" 15.  The measured values are displayed. The following measured values are displayed: ϑ: temperature [°C/°F]  r.H.: relative humidity [%]  PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 113 | 168...
  • Page 114 L1-N  IN: nominal current of the upstream fuse  Tripping characteristic, e.g. 5 × I (B) (maximum tripping  current is additionally specified) Cable cross-section  Type of cable  114 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 115  OFFSET matically. The ascertained Z value is deleted when the func-  OFFSET tion is deactivated. If an error message appears, the last acquired, valid value  is retained. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 115 | 168...
  • Page 116 1%. U : relative voltage drop at the transfer point  OFFSET : line impedance at the transfer point  OFFSET 116 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 117 METRALINE PRO-TYP EM. cordingly with the respective adapter. The results are saved to the PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC as a vi- 22.3.2 PROFITEST H+E EXPERT CHECK – sual inspection. They can then be documented in IZYTRO- TEST ADAPTER FOR TESTING E- NIQ software.
  • Page 118 -12 V. Note the result as a visual inspection at the PROFIT-  EST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC. After responding to the visual inspection prompt and saving the results during the test sequence, automatic switching to the next status ensues – the 01/05 key display corresponds to A/E (01 = A, 02 = B, 03 = C, Status D –...
  • Page 119 EXTRA menu ( "General" 114), the desired PRCD type can be chosen via the adapter symbol in the upper right-hand area. The EXTRA selection menu is accessed by pressing this key once again. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 119 | 168...
  • Page 120 Fault simulations can be skipped by pressing clamp transformer (step 11): the IN key. 22.4.3 PRCD-S TEST SEQUENCE (SINGLE-PHASE) – 11 TEST STEPS Selection Examples Simulation of interruption (steps 1 to 6): 120 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 121 Simulation of interruption (steps 1 to 10): Reversed conductor simulation (steps 11 to 16): Simulation of PE to phase (step 17): Measurement of protective conductor current with a current clamp transformer (step 18): PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 121 | 168...
  • Page 122 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY) 23 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY) The high-voltage module for the PROFITEST PRIME AC is in- ways ensure that no other persons are present in the po-...
  • Page 123 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY)  The neutral conductor (if present) has been disconnected 23.3 REQUIRED ACCESSORIES from the mains. The following accessories are required in order to fulfill the In TN Systems: specified safety precautions: The protective conductor is connected to the neutral Indicator/signal lamp combination 123...
  • Page 124 It must be clearly visible and positioned outside of the danger zone. Connection The STOP PROFITEST PRIME AC is connected to the func- tion socket identified with the emergency off symbol in the HV TEST connector panel ( "Instrument Overview" 15).
  • Page 125 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY) 23.3.4 KEY FOR KEY SWITCH 23.4 GENERAL The key switch prevents unauthorized activation of the high- The electrical equipment of the machine under test must voltage measuring circuit. withstand a test voltage of twice its own rated voltage value...
  • Page 126 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY) Acoustic – periodic acoustic warning: until the triggers at the high-voltage pistols are released. Acoustic signaling takes place during the test sequence – Continuous operation >>> is set as test duration t when high-voltage is present.
  • Page 127 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY) Maximum current: 23.5 PREPARING A MEASUREMENT – PER- FORMING FUNCTION TESTS Execute the following function tests in the specified order. Prerequisites:  The measuring/test instrument is connected to mains Maximum current power.
  • Page 128 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY)  The green signal lamp 23.5.2 TEST RUN FOR THE VOLTAGE TEST must light up and DANGER appears at the High Voltage! display.  The symbols SIGNAL Life endangering due to electric shock.
  • Page 129 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY) Pull the triggers of the 23.5.3 TESTING THE SHUTDOWN FUNCTION high-voltage pistols to The shutdown function is executed during a test run for the the limit stop and hold. voltage test.
  • Page 130 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY)  The signal lamp must 23.6 HV MEASUREMENT light up red and Select Measuring Function appears at the display.  The high-voltage pis- tols appear at the dis- play and the PRESS...
  • Page 131 HV – TESTING FOR DIELECTRIC STRENGTH,(PROFITEST PRIME AC ONLY) Alternative: start another test. Test passed: The pop-up shown at the right appears at Note the display and a brief, high-pitched The measured values at the display are overwrit- acoustic signal is generated.
  • Page 132 Enter a SEQUENCE NAME, a TEST TYPE and a STANDARD. Select the currently connected measuring/test instru- ment from the FOR INSTRUMENT list. 10. Acknowledge by clicking ADD. 11. Save your settings by clicking the icon. 12. Select the new entry. 132 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 133 Test Sequences, is once again than U (the measuring/test instrument must, how- displayed after acknowledging the prompt. ever, be switched on). 22. Mark the sequences to be exported and click the PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 133 | 168...
  • Page 134 The navigation menu can be exited again and the current test step can be displayed by pressing the ESC key. Aborting a Test Sequence An active sequence can be aborted by pressing the ESC key and then acknowledging. 134 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 135 The image shown to the right appears at the display while Details regarding accessories can be found in the data structures and data are being transferred. sheet for the measuring/test instrument. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 135 | 168...
  • Page 136 Remove the blown fuse or fuses and replace with new fuses. Reinsert the fuse holder with the new fuse. The fuse holder must audibly snap into place.  The fuses have now been replaced. 136 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 137 RCD – IF    RCD – I    N RCD – IF+    N   LOOP LOOP       LOOP PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 137 | 168...
  • Page 138 DANGER Incorrect High-Voltage Display! Applied high voltage is not displayed correctly. Make sure that the signal lamp combination  lights up correctly before using it for a mea- surement. 138 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 139 Consequently, the instrument’s characteristic val- ues lie within the specifications and the first cali- bration interval can be determined as of the date of receipt. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 139 | 168...
  • Page 140 Line frequency at the device under test not RCD I , RCD I , RCD I ΔN ΔN within the permissible range. LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP Check mains connection and contacting. IMD, RCM, Extra, Auto 140 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 141 Check contacting and system. U U > U: OFFSET Offset value is greater than the measured  value at the consuming system. OFFSET measurement is not sensible.  Check contacting and system.  PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 141 | 168...
  • Page 142 RCD I , RCD I , RCD I ΔN ΔN check mains connection. LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP IMD, RCM Protective conductor interrupted. RCD I , RCD I , RCD I ΔN ΔN 142 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 143 , RCD I ΔN ΔN Turn off/on or fully charge the battery. LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP If this error persists, send the measuring/test IMD, RCM instrument to our service department 149. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 143 | 168...
  • Page 144  Key switch position  HV measuring functions are not available. HV measuring functions are only available for the PROFITEST PRIME AC. Passed voltage test. The device under test has withstood dielectric strength testing in compliance with the selected parameters.
  • Page 145 Barcode scanner inoperable due to excessively low battery 0.2A, R 25A, voltage. RCD I , RCD I , RCD I ΔN ΔN LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP , IMD, RCM, L/AMP Extra, HV, Auto, Setup PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 145 | 168...
  • Page 146 YES: deletion ensues.  NO: deletion is aborted.  RCD I , RCD I , RCD I ΔN ΔN LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP , IMD, RCM, L/AMP Extra, HV, Auto, Setup 146 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 147 Setup ® Bluetooth connection established. Setup Enter the measuring/test instrument’s PIN at the other device in ® order to establish a Bluetooth connection. Setup ® Data transmission via Bluetooth is active. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 147 | 168...
  • Page 148 No test sequences have been saved. Auto The current sequence step could not be executed. The step will be skipped. The sequence can be resumed. Auto No test sequences have been saved. 148 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 149 Also, be aware of the owner’s or end user’s own responsibility with regard to protecting personal data and any other sensitive data stored in the in- strument before sending it for repair. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 149 | 168...
  • Page 150 CONTACT, SUPPORT AND SERVICE 30 CONTACT, SUPPORT AND SERVICE Gossen Metrawatt GmbH can be contacted directly and conveniently – we have a single number for everything! Whether you require support or training, or have an individual inquiry, we can answer all of your questions here:...
  • Page 151 Datei: Ausgabe: Erstellt: Freigabe: 24-2-M516A_F-CE-Entwurf 15.01.2021 Eckl Weiß Fig. 8: CE Declaration 31.2 CALIBRATION CERTIFICATE A calibration certificate is included with the instrument. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 151 | 168...
  • Page 152 WARNING batteries (including rechargeable batteries) used in Germany Danger of Asphyxiation Resulting from can be returned free of charge to Gossen Metrawatt GmbH Foils and Other Packaging Materials or the service provider responsible for their disposal in com- Children and other vulnerable persons may suffo-...
  • Page 153 Packaging which is not subject to so-called system participation is returned to the appointed service provider. Further information regarding returns can be found on our website. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 153 | 168...
  • Page 154 8.00 7.66 18.0 17.0 9.00 8.62 1000 19.0 18.0 10.0 9.40 20.0 19.2 20.0 19.0 30.0 28.6 25.0 23.8 40.0 38.2 50.0 47.8 60.0 57.4 70.0 67.0 80.0 76.6 90.0 86.2 154 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 155 1.23 5.00 5.27 1.20 1.28 6.00 6.32 7.00 7.37 8.00 8.42 9.00 9.47 10.0 10.7 20.0 21.2 30.0 31.7 40.0 42.2 50.0 52.7 60.0 63.2 70.0 73.7 80.0 84.2 90.0 94.7 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 155 | 168...
  • Page 156 30.0 28.2 1.90 1.77 70.0 > 70 40.0 37.7 2.00 1.87 50.0 47.2 2.10 1.96 60.0 56.7 2.20 2.06 70.0 66.2 2.30 2.15 80.0 75.7 2.40 2.25 90.0 85.2 2.50 2.34 156 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 157 Max. Display Values [ms] [ms] 10.0 20.0 19.1 25.0 23.8 30.0 28.6 40.0 38.1 50.0 47.6 10.0 60.0 57.1 20.0 16.0 65.0 > 70 30.0 26.0 70.0 > 70 40.0 36.0 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 157 | 168...
  • Page 158 Example: Display value of 90,4 A  next lower value for circuit breaker characteristic B from table: 85 A  nominal current (I ) of the protective device: max. 16 A 158 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 159 90.0 82.6 3.00 2.67 3.50 3.12 4.00 3.57 4.50 4.02 5.00 4.47 1000 5.50 4.92 6.00 5.37 6.50 5.82 7.00 6.27 7.50 6.72 8.00 7.17 8.50 7.62 9.00 8.07 9.50 8.52 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 159 | 168...
  • Page 160 1.60 1.49 50.0 47.2 1.70 1.58 60.0 56.7 1.80 1.68 70.0 66.2 1.90 1.77 80.0 75.7 2.00 1.87 10.0 90.0 85.2 2.10 1.96 2.20 2.06 2.30 2.15 2.40 2.25 2.50 2.34 160 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 161 55.3 1.60 1.73 70.0 64.6 1.70 1.84 80.0 73.9 1.80 1.94 90.0 83.2 1.90 2.05 88.0 2.00 2.15 97.0 2.10 2.26 2.20 2.36 2.30 2.47 2.40 > 2.50 2.50 > 2.50 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 161 | 168...
  • Page 162 Once again, the ball is in the manufac- Type of Residual Current Current Tripping Current turer’s court. Waveform Range Sinusoidal alternating cur- 0.5 … 1 I N rent 162 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 163 1 M. The test can be sub- divided into separate segments. A maximum resistance of 50 k is required for the measurement of slip-rings etc. PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 163 | 168...
  • Page 164 95 mm² L 050 m (50 mm² PE) 120 mm² L 050 m (70 mm² PE) Insulation resis- Nominal volt- 500 V tance mea- surement  1 M Resistance lim- it value 164 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 165 Protective conductor current 0105-100 installations – Part 100: Verlag General requirements GmbH DIN EN Electric vehicle conduc- 2013-04 Beuth- 61851-1 tive charging system – Verlag Part 1: General Require- GmbH VDE 0122-1 ments PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 165 | 168...
  • Page 166 Thomas mittel 3-8085- Käppel, www.europa- 3266-9 Klaus lehrmittel.de edi- Ziegler, tion, 2015 Peter Brauk- hoff, Bernd Feustel Fachkunde Europa-Lehr- ISBN 978- Elektrotechnik mittel 3-8085- www.europa- 3435-9, lehrmittel.de edi- tion, 2016 166 | 168 PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC...
  • Page 167 APPENDIX PROFITEST PRIME / PROFITEST PRIME AC 167 | 168...
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