Seaward PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

PrimeTest 200

Operating Instructions

Bracken Hill, South West Industrial Estate,

Peterlee, Co. Durham SR8 2SW. England.

Tel: +44 (0)191-586 3511 Fax: +44 (0)191-586 0227

www.seaward.co.uk

sales@seaward.co.uk

304A550 Rev 3

calibration@seaward.co.uk

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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Primetest 200 Operating Instructions PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions Bracken Hill, South West Industrial Estate, Peterlee, Co. Durham SR8 2SW. England. Tel: +44 (0)191-586 3511 Fax: +44 (0)191-586 0227 www.seaward.co.uk sales@seaward.co.uk 304A550 Rev 3 calibration@seaward.co.uk...
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Page 9 PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability SEAWARD Electronic Limited guarantees this product for a period of 1 year. The period of warranty will be effective at the day of delivery. (c) Copyright 2003 All rights reserved. Nothing from this edition may be multiplied, or made public...
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
- Class I appliances - Class II appliances - IEC Leads With the PrimeTest 200 connected to the mains supply using an IEC mains lead the following tests can be performed: - Differential current - Touch current...
Page 12: Safety Notes
BS EN 61010 part 1. BS EN 61557 part 1, 2, 4 and 10. The PrimeTest 200 has left the factory in a perfectly safe state. To maintain this state and ensure safe operation of the unit, all notes and warnings in these instructions must be observed at all times.
Page 13: Description
PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions It should be noted that the following parts of the PrimeTest 200 are user serviceable and must be replaced with appropriate parts as detailed below: 1 off fuse, nominal current rating 0.5 A, 600 V AC/DC, Quick Blow,...
Page 14: General Information
RCD could be tripped due to the inadvertent testing of a defective EUT. Dimensions of the PrimeTest 200 are 265 x 108 x 55mm (L x W x H) Environmental Conditions The PrimeTest 200 has been designed to perform tests and measurements in a dry environment.
Page 15: Electrical Specifications
PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions Electrical Specification Appendix 1 specifies the operating error for all tests and functions of the PrimeTest 200. Earth continuity measuring range (rotary switch position , and IEC) Measuring Range Resolution Accuracy Overload Protection 19.99Ω 0.01Ω ±5% +2 digits...
Page 16 PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions Voltage measuring range Measuring Range Resolution Accuracy Overload Protection 250 V AC/DC ±2% +2 digits 300 V AC/DC Frequency Range up to 400Hz Analogue bargraph display 0 to 250 V Bargraph accuracy Input protection >20MΩ An input voltage of ≥30 V AC/DC, detected between the + and - input measuring terminals, disables the voltage measurement function.
Page 17: Operation Of Test Functions
8.1.1 Select the Class I test function on the rotary switch 10 . Ensure the IEC mains lead is disconnected from the PrimeTest 200. 8.1.2 The LCD will display a probe signal to indicate that an earth bond test lead is required. This test function is selected when the equipment to be tested is fitted with a protective earth conductor.
Page 18 (e.g. an electric drill) is safely mounted to allow movement without causing damage to equipment or personnel. 8.2.1 Plug the PrimeTest 200 into a mains power socket using the supplied IEC lead. 8.2.2 Plug the equipment under test (EUT) into the EUT socket 11 on the front of the PrimeTest 200 8.2.3...
Page 19 8.3.10 Re-apply power to the PrimeTest 200 by resetting the RCD and press button 9 . 8.3.11 The PrimeTest 200 will produce a test current of 30mA r.m.s. in the protective earth of the supply. The test will commence at the start of a negative half cycle.
Page 20 8.4.1 Select the IEC test function on the rotary switch 10 . Do not connect the IEC lead to the PrimeTest 200, in preparation for an IEC lead test, before the unit is switched on. Failure to comply will result in an error message displayed on the LCD.
Page 21 (e.g. an electric drill) is safely mounted to allow movement without causing damage to equipment or personnel. 8.6.1 Plug the PrimeTest 200 into a mains power socket using the supplied IEC lead. 8.6.2 Select the touch leakage current test function on the rotary switch 10 .
Page 22 PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions If the power test is selected but the mains supply has not been connected to the PrimeTest 200 then PE and PN symbols will flash and the test is inhibited. 8.6.7 To start the touch leakage test, press the button 9 .
Page 23 Electric shock danger! 8.8.1 Ensure the circuit or test object to be measured is voltage free. Ensure the IEC mains lead is disconnected from the PrimeTest 200. 8.8.2 Select the insulation resistance measurement function on the rotary switch 10 .
Page 24: Maintenance
Ensure the IEC mains lead is disconnected from the PrimeTest 200. 8.9.2 Plug the PrimeTest 200 temperature module (see 3.2.1) into the red 13 and black 12 sockets on the PrimeTest 200. 8.9.3 Plug the type K thermocouple into the PrimeTest 200 temperature module.
Page 25 9.1.4 Select the test function 0, power off position, on the rotary switch 11 . Securing the PrimeTest 200 Under certain conditions safe operation of the PrimeTest 200 can no longer be assumed. 9.2.1 Visible damage of the instrument case.
Page 26 If the fuse is defective, F3 will be displayed. Checking the EUT Socket Fuses. 9.6.1 Plug the PrimeTest 200 into the mains power socket, using the IEC lead provided. 9.6.2 Select one of the three power tests, differential leakage current...
Page 27 Calibration. To maintain the specified accuracy of the measurement results, the instrument must be recalibrated at regular intervals by either the manufacturer or an authorised Seaward Service Agent. We recommend a recalibration period of one year. Spare Parts. Fuse 31.75mm x 6.35mm 0.5A 600V Type F...
Page 28 PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions Appendix 1 Class 1 Earth Bond Intrinsic Error or Reference Conditions or Code Max Error Influence Quantity Rated Operating Conditions Seen Intrinsic Error Reference Condions Position Reference Positions ±90° Supply Voltage At the Limits Specified 0.49%...
Page 29 PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions IEC Insulation Intrinsic Error or Reference Conditions or Code Max Error Influence Quantity Rated Operating Conditions Seen Intrinsic Error Reference Condions Position Reference Positions ±90° Supply Voltage At the Limits Specified by the Manufacturer Temperature 0°C and 35°C...
Page 30 PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions Point to Point Insulation Intrinsic Error or Reference Conditions or Code Max Error Influence Quantity Rated Operating Conditions Seen Intrinsic Error Reference Condions Position Reference Positions ±90° Supply Voltage At the Limits Specified 1.6% by the Manufacturer Temperature 0°C and 35°C...
Page 31 PrimeTest 200 Operating Instructions Voltage Intrinsic Error or Reference Conditions or Code Max Error Influence Quantity Rated Operating Conditions Seen Intrinsic Error Reference Condions Position Reference Positions ±90° Supply Voltage At the Limits Specified 0.5% by the Manufacturer Temperature 0°C and 35°C...
Page 32 Flash Flash Neutral Open - Circuit Err 1 The PrimeTest 200 has failed one of the Earth Relay Pre-Check tests. Contact your local service agent. Err 2 The PrimeTest 200 has failed one of the Safety Relay Pre-Check tests. Contact you local service agent.
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