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Gossen MetraWatt SECUTEST SIII Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
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SECUTEST
SIII
3-349-111-03
Test Instrument for Testing the Electrical Safety of Electrical Devices
10/5.06
www.valuetronics.com

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions ® SECUTEST SIII 3-349-111-03 Test Instrument for Testing the Electrical Safety of Electrical Devices 10/5.06 www.valuetronics.com...
  • Page 2 I leakage Iso / Auto Function Test Applied Parts A C E G I SECUTEST SIII B D F H K 16 17 ☞ Note Contact problems with exposed conductive parts when using the standard probe with test tip In order to assure good contact, surface...
  • Page 3 1 Jack for protective conductor at device under test Overview of Available Probe Types 2 Jack for neutral conductor at device under test Probe Type Application Special Features 3 Jack for phase conductor at device under test Standard probe (test probe with coil-cable Max.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Page Page Applications ...................6 Measuring Protective Conductor Resistance .......17 Table: Types of DUTs – Tests – Regulations ...........6 Maximum Allowable Limit Values for Protective Conductor Resistance Table: Individual Measurements and Regulations ..........7 for Connector Cables with a Length of up to 5 m ........... 18 Table: Leakage Current Types ................7 ®...
  • Page 5 Contents Contents Page Page Measurements in Accordance with National and Direct Print-Out (feature KE01, option SECU-dd) ......57 International Standards with Selector Switch in Auto Position ... 31 15.1 Test Sequences ...................31 Characteristic Values ..............58 15.2 Setting Up Test Sequences ................32 15.3 Configuring Measuring Parameters ...............33 RS 232 Interface ................

  • Page 6: Applications

    Applications Table: Types of DUTs – Tests – Regulations Applicable Standards Start-up German National European International Testing after Type Tests / and Modifi- Periodic Testing Repairs Routine Testing DIN EN 61010 EN 61010 IEC 61010 cations DIN EN 60601 EN 60601 IEC 60601 EN 60335-1 DIN EN 60335-1...
  • Page 7 Table: Individual Measurements and Regulations Table: Leakage Current Types DIN VDE 0701-1 DIN VDE 0702-1 DIN VDE 0751-1 DIN EN 60601-1 The following is (2001) measured: Individual Equivalent Equivalent PROBE Measurements per Leakage Current Leakage Current (connected to Regulation protective conductor) to L &...

  • Page 8: List Of Possible Options For Secutest ® Siii Device Series

    ® List of Possible Options for SECUTEST SIII Device Series without without 10 A 200 mA without without without without without without without standard + service with 25 A with with with with with with version socket max. 6,126 kV DC 4 KV AC) Hospital beds...

  • Page 9: Safety Features And Precautions

    Safety Features and Precautions • Leakage Current Measurement During leakage current measurement it is imperative to ensure that the This instrument fulfills the requirements of the applicable European and na- device under test is operated at line voltage. Exposed conductive tional EC guidelines.

  • Page 10: Notes Regarding The High-Voltage Test

    Notes Regarding the High-Voltage Test Attention! The KS13 cable set, or similar cable sets, may not be used for the high-voltage If connection is not possible via an earthing contact outlet: Shut test. The high-voltage test may only be performed directly via the test socket! down mains power first.

  • Page 11: Automatic Recognition Of Mains Connection Errors

    Automatic Recognition of Mains Connection Errors General Notes The test instrument automatically recognizes mains connection errors, Online Instructions if the conditions in the following table have been fulfilled. The user is The performance of measurements and tests is quick and easy with the informed of the type of error, and all measuring functions are disabled ®...

  • Page 12: Adjusting Contrast

    Adjusting Contrast Configuring Device Parameters, Setting Date and Time Device parameters and functions which are valid for all selector switch positions can be activated or deactivated with the selector switch in the Setup position (see chapter 8 on page 16). Auto Configuring Measurement and Sequence Parameters Set the selector switch to Auto.

  • Page 13: Classification Of Devices Under Test

    Classification of Devices Under Test with heating elements, or if interference suppression capacitors have been replaced. Safety Classes A device under test demonstrating a value of 300 kΩ would fail the test if Devices assigned to all of the following safety classes are equipped with classification were deactivated (= _).

  • Page 14: Abbreviations

    Abbreviations Error condition: application part grounded Neutral conductor B, BF, CF Classifications for application parts Normal conditions Operational earth Active power ΔI Differential current, fault current Functional earth (equipotential bonding) ΔI Maximum residual current (during function test) Resistance DEFI Defibrillator R-ISO Insulation resistance ISO,...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Device Under Test

    Connecting the Device Under Test ➭ Connect the DUT in accordance with the schematic diagrams included double checked and determined manually if necessary. in the online help function. ➭ Position the cursor at the second line in the start menu for the test Connection of the DUT to the test instrument depends upon: sequence.

  • Page 16: Configuring Device Parameters

    Configuring Device Parameters duration selected in seconds under “Mains pause” has elapsed. Setup Automode x: for fully automatic test sequences the messeges are mainly suppressed Modem... This function can be enabled with the help of an upgrade program (see chapter 17 on page 55). General device parameters can be Test Sequence ...

  • Page 17: Measuring Protective Conductor Resistance

    Measuring Protective Conductor Resistance Connecting Safety Class I Devices to the Test Socket When the DUT is connected, resistance is measured between the protec- tive conductor terminal at the test socket or at the PE jack and the probe connection at the DUT (contact with conductive parts of the housing). ➭...

  • Page 18: Maximum Allowable Limit Values For Protective Conductor Resistance For Connector Cables With A Length Of Up To 5 M

    Differential Protective Conductor Resistance Insulation Measurement Zero balancing is also possible for protective conductor measurement. With zero balancing, all subsequent measurements are adjusted with an offset such that 0 Ω is displayed for a selected reference point which is con- Iso / HV nected to the protective conductor.
  • Page 19 Exception for Permanently Installed Safety Class I Devices R-ISO Attention! Deactivate the electrical system which supplies power to the device under test before connecting the test instrument! Start measurement. ➭ Remove the mains fuses from the device under test and disconnect Nominal voltage is 500 V DC in this the neutral conductor N inside the device under test.

  • Page 20: Equivalent Leakage Current

    10.2 Equivalent Leakage Current Equivalent Patient Leakage Current I (DIN VDE 0751) Test Setup General A high-impedance power supply is connected between each pa- Measurement of equivalent leakage current is required for: tient port and all exposed metal Probe • DIN VDE 0701 and 0702, parts of the housing (which are after passing the insulation connected to one another).
  • Page 21 Connection Equivalent Leakage Current I DIN VDE 070x / 2 K Refer to the schematic diagrams included with the online help for connection instructions. Connection Exception for Permanently Installed Safety Class I Devices Select the I-EL measurement and start. Current is measured between the probe, with which the L and N conduc- tors must be contacted, and the protective conductor terminal PE at the Equivalent leakage current is measured between short-circuited N and L, device under test for permanently installed safety class I devices under...

  • Page 22: High-Voltage Test

    10.3 High-Voltage Test is interrupted, the high-voltage test does not charge all dielectric material and the scope of testing is thus insufficient. Only safety class I and II devices can be tested, which can be connected to the test socket. Connection The high-voltage test is performed with direct voltage.

  • Page 23: Leakage Current Measurement

    ➭ Safety class II: Contact all exposed, conductive parts, simultaneously The high-voltage test is ended auto- if possible, in order to avoid unnecessarily long test durations or matically after the test duration has repeats. Avoid contacting individual parts sequentially. elapsed. : Equivalent test voltage in DC ➭...

  • Page 24: Patient Auxiliary Current Ipx (Feature Ka01 Or Secu 601 Option)

    Frequency response is 11.3 Patient Leakage Current I taken into consideration Current which flows from an ap- in accordance with the plication part via the patient to digram to the right when earth. This current may be caused leakage current is mea- by an unintentional interference sured.

  • Page 25: Device Leakage Current Ilc Per Din Vde 0751

    11.5 Residual Current I Maximum Allowable Limit Values for Leakage Current in mA Sum of instantaneous current values which flow via the L and N conduc- Test Standard tors at the device mains connection (also known as differential current). SFC NC SFC Residual current is practically identical to fault current in the event of an SC I: 3.5 error.

  • Page 26: Alternating / Direct Voltage Uac/Dc - Max. 253 V (Option*)

    Multimeter Functions 12.2 Alternating / Direct Voltage U – Max. 253 V (option*) AC/DC Direct, alternating and pulsating voltages of up to 253 V can be measured between the N (2) and L (3) connector jacks. VΩ Select the measurement and start. AC/DC 12.3 Resistance R (option*) 12.1 Probe Voltage U...

  • Page 27: Measurements With Accessories

    Measurements with Accessories Start the measurement. Select measuring range. 13.1 Alternating Current I with Clip-On Converter 13.2 Protective Conductor Resistance R via Clip-On Meter Connection Connection Protective conductor resistance can be determined with the WZ12C clip-on current transformer. 25 A AC test current (feature G01): Use the Z864A shunt in addition to measuring range matching.

  • Page 28: Temperature T With Pt100/1000 Sensor (Option*)

    Select measurement and start. Select the Temp measurement and start. Select Pt100 or Pt1000 by means of “select measuring range” with the key. The temperature unit of measure can be selected in the “TEMPERATURE” setup menu. Selection can be made amongst °C (Celsius), °F (Fahrenheit) or Kelvin.

  • Page 29: Function Test

    Function Test The device under test can be subjected Measurements to a function test with line voltage via the The function test includes the following measurements: integrated test socket. – Voltage U-LN between the L and N conductors – Residual current ΔI Function Test (corresponds to fault current between L and N)
  • Page 30 Short-Circuit Test Test for shorts between N and L. Test to determine whether or not the N or L conductors are short- circuited to the protective conductor. The test socket can be rendered voltage-free with the key (14), or the function test can be ended with the key (12).

  • Page 31: Measurements In Accordance With National And International Standards With Selector Switch In Auto Position

    Measurements in Accordance with National and 15.1 Test Sequences International Standards with Selector Switch in Auto Position Test sequences for the various standards are always run in the same If measurements need to be performed in accordance with given stan- order, assuming that the device under test has been properly connected dards which require specific tests, and if results need to be documented and the mains connection test has been passed.

  • Page 32: Setting Up Test Sequences

    function test should be started. Beyond this, the function test can also Additional Parameters be started from the Function Test selector switch position. See chapter R-PE with clip x: Protective conductor resistance can be 14 on page 29 regarding performance of the function test. determined with the help of the WZ12C current clip.

  • Page 33: Configuring Measuring Parameters

    15.3 Configuring Measuring Parameters Depending upon the test regulation, various measuring parameters can Additional Parameters for DIN VDE 0702/0751 be configured for the test sequence (settings: x / – = function activated / Auto (test) method The instrument recognizes whether or not the device deactivated).

  • Page 34: Testing Devices In Accordance With Din Vde 0701, Parts 1, 200 And 260

    15.4 Testing Devices in Accordance with DIN VDE 0701, Parts 1, 200 and 260 Check connection parameters and start test. The following measurements can be performed in accordance with the above mentioned standard: • Protective conductor measurement R (permanent connection or with plug) Test current: ±200 mA DC –...
  • Page 35 Test Sequence per VDE 0701 Select connection, select test regulation VDE 0701 part 1 or 200, classify DUT (SC I, II or III), part 1: extension cable X/– (with/without) Framed with dashed line: Test The test is only run if it has been activated in Visual inspection the initial program window, or in the Setup menu under Sequence..

  • Page 36: Testing Devices In Accordance With Din Vde 0701, Part 240

    15.5 Testing Devices in Accordance with DIN VDE 0701, part 240 Data Processing / Office Machines Testing safety class I and II data processing equipment and office machines as Permanently connected or with plug individual devices and in combination with one another. The following measurements can be performed in accordance with the above mentioned standard: •...
  • Page 37 Test Sequence per VDE 0701, part 240 Select connection, select test regulation VDE 0701, part 240 classify DUT (SC I, II or III), combination testing X/– (yes/no) Framed with dashed line: Test Visual inspection The test is only run if it has been activated in the initial program window, or in the Setup menu under Yes/No...

  • Page 38: Testing Devices In Accordance With Din Vde 0702:2004

    15.6 Testing Devices in Accordance with DIN VDE 0702:2004 Check connection parameters and start test. The following measurements can be performed in accordance with the above mentioned standard: • Protective conductor R (permanent connection or with plug) Test current: DC ±200 mA •...
  • Page 39 Test Sequence per VDE 0702:2004 Select connection, select test standard VDE 0702, classify DUT (SC I, II or III), extension cable X/– (with/without) Framed with dashed line: Visual inspection The test is only run if it has been activated in the initial program window of in the Setup menu under Sequence ...

  • Page 40: Testing Extension Cables For Vde 0701, Part 1, And Vde 0702 (Optional El1 Adapter)

    15.7 Testing Extension Cables for VDE 0701, Part 1, and VDE 0702 Performing the Test (optional EL1 adapter) ➭ Connect the extension cable to the EL1 adapter as shown in the figure above. Extension Cables up to 5 m Long ➭...
  • Page 41 www.valuetronics.com GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt GmbH...

  • Page 42: Testing In Accordance With The British Standard

    15.9 Testing in Accordance with the British Standard Check connection parameters and start test. The following measurements can be performed in accordance with the above mentioned standard: • Protective conductor R (permanent connection or with plug) Test current: 10 A AC (feature G01: 25 A AC test current) •...
  • Page 43 Test Sequence per British Standard Select connection, select test regulation British Standard classify DUT (SC I, II or III), configure: HV test X/– (with/without) Framed with dashed line: Test The test is only run if it has been activated Visual inspection in the initial program window, or in the Setup menu under Sequence...

  • Page 44: Testing In Accordance With Din En 60950

    15.10 Testing in Accordance with DIN EN 60950 Check connection parameters and start test. Tests for safety class I and II data processing equipment and office machines The following measurements can be performed in accordance with the above mentioned standard: •...
  • Page 45 Test Sequence per EN 60950 Select connection, select test regulation EN 60950 classify DUT (SC I, II or III), setup/sequence: RISO / HV test X/– (with/without) Visual inspection Framed with dashed line: Test The test is only run if it has been Switch DUT on activated in the Setup menu under Short-circuit...

  • Page 46: Testing Devices In Accordance With En 61010

    15.11 Testing Devices in Accordance with EN 61010 The following measurements can be performed in accordance with the Check connection parameters and start test. above mentioned standard. Connection must be made via the test socket: • Protective conductor measurement R Test current: 10 A AC (feature G01: 25 A AC test current) •...
  • Page 47 Test Sequence per EN 61010 Select connection, select test regulation EN 61010 classify DUT (SC I, II or III), setup/sequence: RISO / HV test X/– (with/without) Visual inspection Framed with dashed line: Test Test is only run if it has been Switch DUT on activated in the Setup menu Short-circuit...

  • Page 48: Testing Devices In Accordance With En 60335

    15.12 Testing Devices in Accordance with EN 60335 Check connection parameters and start test. The following tests can be performed in accordance with VDE 0700, part If desired, the test sequence can be adapted to the respective device 500, (as part of DIN EN 50106:1998) in compliance with special rules for under test in the following menu in Setup...
  • Page 49 Test Sequence per EN 60335 Select connection, select test regulation EN 60335 classify DUT (SC I, II or III), setup/sequence: RISO / HV test X/– (with/without) Visual inspection Framed with dashed line: Test Test is only run if it has been Switch DUT on activated in the Setup menu under Short-circuit...

  • Page 50: Testing In Accordance With Din Vde 0751

    15.13 Testing in Accordance with DIN VDE 0751 Check connection parameters and start test. The following measurements can be performed in accordance with the above mentioned standard: • Protective conductor measurement R , test current: 200 mA DC, 10 A AC or 25 A AC (feature G01: 25 A AC test current) •...
  • Page 51 Test Sequence per VDE 0751 Select connection, select test standard VDE 0751, classify DUT (SC I, II or III), application part? (type B/BF/CF) Framed with dashed line: Test The test is only run, Visual inspection – if it has been activated in the initial program window, or in the Setup Yes/No menu under Sequence...

  • Page 52: Testing In Accordance With En 60601 (Feature Ka01 Or Secu 601 Option)

    15.14 Testing in Accordance with EN 60601 (feature KA01 or SECU 601 option) ID No. See parameters database in chapter 15.2 on page 32. Setup… Refer to chapter 15.2 on page 32 regarding setup of the This option can be activated with the Z853G upgrade program. measuring sequence.
  • Page 53 Select connection, select test regulation EN 60601 classify DUT (SC I, II or III), test conditions (amongst others R measurement), application part? (type B/BF/CF) Framed with dashed line: Visual inspection The test is only run if it has been acti- vated in the initial program window, or Yes/No Switch DUT on...

  • Page 54: Storing In Psi Module (Feature E01) And Database Operations (Feature Kb01 Or Dbmed Option)

    Storing in PSI Module (Feature E01) The database can be used in different ways: and Database Operations (Feature KB01 or DBmed option) (see also chapter 15.2 on page 32) 1. Stored test results can be displayed 16.1 Storing Measurement Data in the PSI Module (select the ID no.

  • Page 55: Modem Operation (Feature Kc01 Or Dfümed Option)

    Modem Operation (feature KC01 or DFÜmed option) Remote Control (feature KD01 or SK5 option) This function must be activated with the help of upgrade software, e.g. This function must be activated with the help of upgrade software, e.g. the Z853K program. Two modems are required in addition to the test the Z745K program.

  • Page 56: Printing Via Psi Module (Feature E01) Or With The Printer Adapter (Accessory Equipment Da-Ii)

    Printing via PSI Module (Feature E01) You can shift to the Protocol menu from or with the Printer Adapter (Accessory Equipment DA-II) any of the displayed test results (1 page) with the help of the key. 19.1 Print Out Test Data at the PSI Module Upon completion of a measurement –...

  • Page 57: Direct Print-Out (Feature Ke01, Option Secu-Dd)

    Direct Print-Out (feature KE01, option SECU-dd) After completion of each test (individual test or at the end of a test sequence), test results are read out directly via the RS 232 interface. If ® the SECUTEST PSI has been connected, the results are printed directly to paper.

  • Page 58: Characteristic Values

    Characteristic Values Please refer to chapter 1.2 on page 7 to check as to which of the following measurements is required for the relevant regulation Measured Quantity Meesuring Range/ Resolu- Nominal Open- Nominal Short- Internal Refer- Measuring Error Intrinsic Error Overload Capacity Nominal Range of tion...
  • Page 59 Func- Measured Quantity Measuring Range / Resolu- Open- Short- Internal Measuring Intrinsic Error Overload Capacity tion Nominal Range of tion Circuit Circuit Resis- Error Value Duration Voltage Current tance 103,5 V ... 126,5 V ± Nominal Voltage U 0.1 V —...

  • Page 60: Product Standard

    Influencing Quantities and Influence Error for function test continuous max. 3600 VA, power is conducted through the instrument only, Influencing Quantity / Designation Influence Error switching capacity ≤ 16 A ± … % of Measured Value Sphere of Influence DIN VDE 0404 RS 232 Data Interface Position Change —...
  • Page 61 Mechanical Design High-Voltage Test (feature F02) Display multiple dot matrix display, 128 x 128 pixels Transducer Dimensions test instruments without high-voltage module: 0.5 … 0.99 kV Nominal Voltage, AC adjustable in 10 V steps LxWxH: 292 mm x 138 mm x 243 mm 1 …...

  • Page 62: Rs 232 Interface

    RS 232 Interface ® The RS 232 port is used to connect the SECUTEST PSI module 22.3 Interface Definition and Protocol ® ® (accessory), which can be installed to the lid of the SECUTEST SIII, The interface included with the SECUTEST SIII is in compliance to a PC or a barcode scanner.

  • Page 63: Appendix

    Appendix 23.1 Evaluation of Measured Values for Individual Measurements 5.000 5.350 0.600 0.560 as well as for Calculated Quantities 7.000 7.450 0.700 0.655 In order to assure that the limit values for the individual measurements 10.00 10.60 or 12.5 0.800 0.750 are always observed, device measuring error must be taken into 20.00...

  • Page 64: Index

    23.3 Index Absence of Voltage ........... 7 Earth Fault .............. 16 Limit Values .............16 Acst Sig, Meas ............16 Earth Leakage Current ......... 7, 24 Acst Sig, Seq ............16 Electrical Safety ............60 Alternating / Direct Voltage UAC/DC ......26 Electromagnetic Compatibility ........
  • Page 65 Patient Auxiliary Current ......... 7, 24, 33 Test Conditions ............52 Patient Leakage Current ........7, 24 Test Current ..............7 Periodic Testing ............6 Test Sequence ............16 Power Supply ............60 Test Time ..............16 Printer Adapter ............56 Testing after Repairs ..........6 Probe Voltage Uprobe ..........

  • Page 66: Maintenance - Calibration

    Maintenance - Calibration Housing Maintenance No special maintenance is required for the housing. Keep outside surfaces clean. Use a slightly dampened cloth for cleaning. Avoid the use of cleansers, abrasives or solvents. Calibration According to the new DIN VDE 0702:2004-06 standard the following ap- plies as from 1/6/2004: „Measuring instruments used for periodic testing must be inspected and calibrated at regular intervals.“...

  • Page 67: Repair And Replacement Parts Service

    Repair and Replacement Parts Service Competent Partner DKD Calibration Lab * GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt GmbH is certified in accordance with and Rental Instrument Service DIN EN ISO 9001:2000. If service is required please contact: Our DKD calibration laboratory is accredited by the Physikalisch Tech- nische Bundesanstalt (German Federal Institute of Physics and Metrology) GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt GmbH and the Deutscher Kalibrierdienst (German Calibration Service) in accor-...
  • Page 68 • • Edited in Germany Subject to change without notice A pdf version is available on the internet Phone +49-(0)-911-8602-0 GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt GmbH +49-(0)-911-8602-669 Thomas-Mann-Str. 16-20 E-Mail info@gossenmetrawatt.com 90471 Nürnberg • Germany www.gossenmetrawatt.com www.valuetronics.com...