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PrimeTest 100

Operating Instructions

Bracken Hill
South West Industrial Estate
Peterlee
Co Durham
SR8 2SW
ENGLAND
Tel: +44(0)191 5863511

www.seaward.co.uk

Part Number 344A550 Revision 1
© 2006 Seaward Electronic Ltd

Summary of Contents for PrimeTest 100

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Bracken Hill South West Industrial Estate Peterlee Co Durham SR8 2SW ENGLAND Tel 44 0 191 5863511 www seaward co uk sales seaward co uk service seaward co uk Part Number 344A550...

Page 2: ...made public in any form or manner either electronically mechanically by photocopying recording or in any manner without prior written consent from SEAWARD Electronic Limited This also applies to accom...

Page 3: ...for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use Part 1 General requirements BS EN 61326 1998 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory user EMC Requirements Perf...

Page 4: ...rforming Tests 9 3 1 Checking a mains power outlet 9 3 2 Testing a Class I Appliance 10 3 3 Testing a Class II Appliance 13 3 4 Testing a mains cord 14 3 5 Testing an extension lead 15 4 Specification...

Page 5: ...ust be adhered to in order to avoid danger Before use ensure unit is clean and dry visually inspect all leads connectors and case Any damage or wear must be rectified prior to use Standard Accessories...

Page 6: ...PrimeTest 100 Operating Instructions 6 Figure 1 PrimeTest 100 Front View Figure 2 PrimeTest 100 End View...

Page 7: ...or connecting the appliance under test 4mm socket on end panel for earth test probe IEC socket on end panel for mains cord testing User Interface The LCD display shows test progress results for indivi...

Page 8: ...t has been selected and where possible will prompt the user if an inappropriate test has been selected For example if an IEC lead is connected between the front panel mains socket and the IEC socket o...

Page 9: ...ow 3 1 Checking a mains power outlet Connect the IEC power cord to the PrimeTest 100 socket and plug into the mains power outlet to be tested If the mains socket wiring is correct the display will sho...

Page 10: ...Testing a Class I Appliance Visually inspect the appliance and mains cord for signs of damage If the appliance passes a visual inspection proceed with the electrical tests Plug the earth test lead in...

Page 11: ...is less than 20 ohms but greater than the factory set pass fail threshold the measured value is displayed and the unit indicates a fail result as shown below If the measured value is less than the fa...

Page 12: ...ition The test will automatically proceed if the appliance power switch is placed in the ON position If the LO LOAd enunciator remains on the display the load presented by the appliance may be too sma...

Page 13: ...II test key The PrimeTest 100 will now test Insulation Resistance and Leakage current Note The power switch on the appliance under must be in the ON position to perform an insulation test If no applia...

Page 14: ...ntinuity of the protective earth If the measured value is greater than the factory set limit a cross is placed next to the RPE enunciator a FAIL is indicated Note The protective earth resistance will...

Page 15: ...d and a PASS is indicated for the sequence Note If the tested cord has a wiring fault one of the following enunciators will be illuminated in place of GOOd OPEn indicates that either the live or neutr...

Page 16: ...pon the length of the extension lead and the size cross sectional area of the cable The measured value maybe be acceptable even if a cross is shown next to the RPE enunciator Table 1 Approximate resis...

Page 17: ...A into 2k Leakage Current Accuracy 5 2 digits Test voltage 40V rms 50Hz AC Test current 5mA into 2k Cord Test Earth continuity insulation resistance as above Check for Live and Neutral open circuit sh...

Page 18: ...tion Any contamination of the battery contacts or compartment should be cleaned with a dry cloth Note The PrimeTest 100 contains no user serviceable parts If an Error warning should appear on the disp...

Page 19: ...Disconnect the EUT mains cable from the EUT socket Place the PrimeTest 100 face down and release the captive screw in the battery compartment cover Remove the battery compartment cover and remove the...

Page 20: ...intervals by either the manufacturer or an authorised Seaward Service Agent We recommend a recalibration period of one year For help or advise on Service and Calibration contact Service Department Se...