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Section 1 

Introduction 

 

This  manual  contains  complete  operating,  maintenance  and  calibration  instructions  for  the  Compliance 
West USA Model GFM-300A-DM Ground Bound Tester.   
 
The instrument is a bench-type ground circuit tester.   
 
The GFM-300A-DM features a large variac knob, current and voltage digital meters and output breaker 
switch on front panel, always operate with precaution.  
 
The GFM-300A-DM meets all safety agency criteria for ground bound testers. 
 
Your  tester  is  warranted  for  a  period  of  one  year  upon  shipment  of  the  instrument  to  the  original 
purchaser.

   

 

Specifications 

 

 

GFM-300A-DM Specifications 

 

 

SPECIFICATIONS

 

 

 
 

Test Type 

 

AC 

 
 

Current Output 

 

3-400Aac (Short Circuit) *Do not exceed 300A 

 

 

 

3-300Aac (Short Circuit to 10.0mΩ) 

  

 

 

50% Duty cycle, 2min. ON, 2min. 

 
 

Max. Voltage Output: 

 

3.75Vac (Open Circuit) 

 
 

Current Meter 

 

3-20Aac 

5%, 20-400Aac 

2.5% 

 
 

Voltage Meter 

 

0.37-5.0Vac 

1.5% 

 
 

Alarm Trigger 

 

305Aac 

 
 

Input Power (120V version) 

 

120V 10.0A 50/60Hz 

 
 

Input Power (220V version) 

 

220V 5.0A 50/60Hz 

 
 
 

ENVIRONMENTAL

 

 
 

Operating Temperature 

 

15-28

C, 60-95

 
 

Relative Humidity Range 

 

0-90% non-condensing 

 

 

 

GENERAL 

 
 

Dimensions 

 

11.25”(W) x 6.75”(H) x 13.00”(L) 

 
 

Weight 

 

55 lbs approx. 

 

 

Table 1-1.  GFM-300A-DM 120V Specifications 

Summary of Contents for GFM-300A-DM

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Page 2: ...anel and represents the latest in high current production line testing To fully appreciate all the features of your new meter we suggest that you take a few moments to review this manual Compliance We...

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Page 4: ...r Panel Features 4 Front Panel 4 Front Panel Description 4 Rear Panel 5 Rear Panel Description 5 Initial Checkout Procedure 6 Voltage Verification 6 Current Verification 7 Operating Techniques 8 Techn...

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Page 6: ...eriod of one year upon shipment of the instrument to the original purchaser Specifications GFM 300A DM Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Test Type AC Current Output 3 400Aac Short Circuit Do not exceed 30...

Page 7: ...able be sure that adequate protection is provided to prevent damage during shipment We recommend that the instrument be surrounded by at least one inch of shock absorbing material on all sides of the...

Page 8: ...les the outputs thru the leads Always turn the knob to the minimum before switching to ON position 2 Knob Output Adjustment The large knob facilitates the increase or decrease of current output Always...

Page 9: ...Fuse holder provides access for Fuse replacement 3 Power Switch I to turn on the tester make sure output switch on the front panel is OFF otherwise the tester output will be enable O to turn tester o...

Page 10: ...e bench 4 Plug your Tester to a correctly rated source of supply 5 Turn Variac Knob to the minimum 6 Connect a Voltage meter at the output 7 Turn the power switch on the back to the I or ON position 8...

Page 11: ...re the area around the leads and clamps is free from people contact 8 Turn the Output switch on the front to the I or ON position 9 Increase the current by turning the variac knob clockwise and confir...

Page 12: ...the EUT making sure the alligator clamp makes as much conductor contact as possible This avoids extra resistance 5 Turn the power switch on the back to the I or ON position 6 Turn the output switch o...

Page 13: ...rom Compliance West USA is available Phone 800 748 6224 Hours 8 30 AM 4 30 PM Pacific Time Also available on our web site at www compwest com Contact Compliance West USA 650 Gateway Center Way Suite D...

Page 14: ...at no charge Mail the instrument post paid to the manufacturer Dated proof of purchase is required for all in warranty repairs The manufacturer is also available for calibration and or repair of inst...

Page 15: ...has been repaired The calibration procedure should be performed at an ambient temperature of 23 C 5 C 73 4 F 9 F The procedure consists in the verification and calibration of the meter reading The Ca...

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