Gossen MetraWatt MINITEST PRO User manual

Bedienungsanleitung
Operating Instructions
MINITEST PRO | (3P) MASTER
Testers per DIN VDE 0701-0702
Testers per DIN VDE 0701-0702 3-349-358-15
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Table of Contents
1 Safety Instructions ........................................................................................ 1
2 Applications................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Intended Use / Use for Intended Purpose................................................. 3
2.2 Use for Other than Intended Purpose ....................................................... 3
2.3 Liability and Guarantee............................................................................. 3
2.4 Opening the Instrument / Repairs............................................................. 3
3 Documentation.............................................................................................. 4
3.1 Identifiers ................................................................................................. 4
4 Getting Started .............................................................................................. 4
5 The Instrument .............................................................................................. 5
5.1 Scope of Delivery ..................................................................................... 5
5.2 Optional Accessories .............................................................................. 5
5.3 Device Overview....................................................................................... 6
5.3.1 Features................................................................................................ 6
5.3.2 Connections and Controls..................................................................... 7
5.3.3 Symbols on the Device and the Included Accessories........................... 8
5.4 Relevant Standards.................................................................................. 8
5.5 Technical Data ......................................................................................... 9
5.6 Characteristic Values.............................................................................. 10
6 Initial Startup ............................................................................................... 12
7 Performing Tests......................................................................................... 13
7.1 Test Sequence....................................................................................... 13
7.2 Descriptions of Individual Measurements................................................ 15
7.2.1 Measurements at the Test Socket(s) ................................................... 15
7.2.2 Measurements at the Mains Outlet(s) .................................................. 17
7.3 LED Test................................................................................................ 19
8 Logging Functions ...................................................................................... 19
8.1 Selecting the Operating Mode ................................................................ 19
8.2 Transmission Mode................................................................................ 20
8.3 Continuous Transmission ....................................................................... 20
8.4 Memory Mode (MINITEST Master and MINITEST 3P Master only) .......... 20
8.4.1 Activating the Memory Menu............................................................... 20
8.4.2 Selecting a Memory Function .............................................................. 20

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8.4.3 Exiting the Memory Menu ................................................................... 21
8.4.4 Reading Out Stored Measured Values via a PC................................... 21
8.4.5 Safe Shutdown ................................................................................... 21
8.5 Barcode Reader Function (MINITEST Master and
MINITEST 3P Master only)21
9 Maintenance................................................................................................ 22
9.1 Housing ................................................................................................. 22
9.2 Replacing the Fuse ................................................................................ 22
9.3 Recalibration .......................................................................................... 23
10 Service and Support ................................................................................... 24
10.1 Product Support .................................................................................... 24
10.2 Repair and Replacement Parts Service
Calibration Center * and Rental Instrument Service24
10.3 Competent Partner ................................................................................ 24
11 CE Declaration ............................................................................................ 25
12 Returns and Environmentally Sound Disposal .......................................... 25

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1 Safety Instructions
Observe this documentation, in particular all included safety information, in order to
protect yourself and others from injury, and to prevent damage to the instrument.
• Carefully and completely read and adhere to these operating instructions.
The respective document can be found at http://www.gossenmetrawatt.com.
Retain the document for future reference.
• Tests/measurements may only be performed by a qualified electrician, or under
the supervision and direction of a qualified electrician. The user must be
instructed by a qualified electrician concerning performance and evaluation of
the tests/measurements.
• Observe and comply with all safety regulations which are applicable for your
work environment.
• Wear suitable and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) whenever
working with the instrument.
• Use only the specified accessories (included in the scope of delivery or listed as
an option) with the instrument.
• Carefully and completely read and adhere to the product documentation for
optional accessories. Retain these documents for future reference.
• Use the instrument in undamaged condition only.
Inspect the instrument before use. Pay particular attention to damage, inter-
rupted insulation or kinked cables.
Damaged components must be replaced immediately.
• Accessories and cables may only be used as long as they’re fully intact.
Inspect accessories and all cables and before use. Pay particular attention to
damage, interrupted insulation or kinked cables.
• If the instrument or its accessories don’t function flawlessly, permanently
remove the instrument/accessories from operation and secure them against
inadvertent use.
• If the instrument or accessories are damaged during use, for example if they’re
dropped, permanently remove the instrument/accessories from operation and
secure them against inadvertent use.
• Do not use the instrument and its accessories after long periods of storage
under unfavorable conditions (e.g. humidity, dust or extreme temperature).
• Do not use the instrument and its accessories after extraordinary stressing due
to transport.
• Only use the instrument and its accessories within the limits of the specified
technical data and conditions (ambient conditions, IP protection code, measur-
ing category etc.).
• Do not use the instrument in potentially explosive atmospheres.

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• Measurements within electrical systems are prohibited.
• The function test may only be performed after the device under test has suc-
cessfully passed the safety test while connected to the test socket!
• The instrument and the accessories may only be used for the tests/measure-
ments described in the documentation for the instrument.
• The instrument is equipped with fuses. The instrument may only be used as
long as the fuses are in flawless condition. Defective fuses must be replaced.
• Be prepared for the occurrence of unexpected voltages at devices under test
(for example, capacitors may be dangerously charged).
• Plugging in the measurement cables must not necessitate any undue force.
• Never touch conductive ends (e.g. of test probes).
• Fully unreel all measurement cables before starting a test/measurement. Never
perform a test/measurement with the measurement cable rolled up.

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2 Applications
Please read this important information!
2.1 Intended Use / Use for Intended Purpose
The test instrument is used to test the electrical safety of single phase and 3-phase
electrical devices. The test instrument makes it possible to measure protective con-
ductor resistance, insulation resistance and differential or touch current.
MINITEST 3P Master:
The instrument is designed for connection to a 3-phase mains system with up to
32 A.
The MINITEST 3P Master can also be connected to all common CEE and earthing
contact outlets via the included adapter.
Safety of the operator, as well as that of the device, is only assured when it’s used
for its intended purpose.
2.2 Use for Other than Intended Purpose
Using the instrument for any purposes other than those described in the con-
densed operating instructions or these instrument operating instructions is contrary
to use for intended purpose.
2.3 Liability and Guarantee
Gossen Metrawatt GmbH assumes no liability for property damage, personal injury
or consequential damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the product, in
particular due to failure to observe the product documentation. Furthermore, all
guarantee claims are rendered null and void in such cases.
Nor does Gossen Metrawatt GmbH accept any liability for data loss.
2.4 Opening the Instrument / Repairs
The instrument may only be opened by authorized, trained personnel in order to
ensure flawless, safe operation and to assure that the guarantee isn’t rendered null
and void. Even original replacement parts may only be installed by authorized,
trained personnel.
Unauthorized modification of the device is prohibited.
If it can be ascertained that the device has been opened by unauthorized person-
nel, no guarantee claims can be honored by the manufacturer with regard to per-
sonal safety, measuring accuracy, compliance with applicable safety measures or
any consequential damages.

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3Documentation
3.1 Identifiers
The following identifiers are used in this documentation:
4 Getting Started
1. Read and adhere to the product documentation. In particular observe all safety
information in the documentation, on the instrument and on the packaging.
“Safety Instructions”, 1
“Applications”, 3
“Documentation”, 4
2. Familiarize yourself with the instrument “The Instrument”, 5.
3. Perform and document measurements.
“Initial Startup”, 12
“Performing Tests”, 13
“Logging Functions”, 19
Identifier Meaning
Attention!
!
Warning
Safety information that must be complied with
Note!
Important
Important information which must be taken into consideration
and complied with
Prerequisite A condition etc. which must be fulfilled before a given action can
be taken
1. Procedural step Steps of a procedure which must be completed in the specified
order
Result Result of a procedural step
•Enumeration
–Enumeration
Bullet lists
Bild 1: Caption Description of the content of a figure
Table 1: Description of the content of a table
Footnote Comment

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5 The Instrument
5.1 Scope of Delivery
Please check for completeness.
1 test instrument
Refer to the table for accessories:
5.2 Optional Accessories
MINITEST 3P Master (M712X) MINITEST Master (M712U) MINITEST Pro (M712D)
Probe cable with test probe ✘✘✘
Adapter, earthing contact plug to CEE coupling (3P+N+PE 32 A-6h) ✘––
Adapter plug (1P+N+PE 16 A) to CEE coupling (3P+N+PE 32 A-6h) ✘––
Adapter plug (3P+N+PE 16 A) to CEE coupling (3P+N+PE 32 A-6h) ✘––
Adapter plug (1P+N+PE 32 A) to CEE coupling (3P+N+PE 32 A-6h) ✘––
USB cable ✘✘✘
Operating instructions ✘✘✘
Description Type Article No.
Probe for measuring protective conductor resistance, e.g. at
rotating devices under test
Brush probe Z745G
Calibration adapter for test instruments per
DIN VDE 0701-0702/IEC 63353 (VDE 0751) (max. 200 mA)
SECU-cal 10 Z715A
Test adapter for electrical devices and extension cables with
CEE plug connectors
VL2 E Z745W
Barcode Readers and Printers, RFID Readers
See data sheet for ID systems
PC Evaluation Software
Information concerning the software can be found on the Internet at http://www.gossen-
metrawatt.com after accessing the respective product page.

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5.3 Device Overview
5.3.1 Features
*For series produced as of March 2007
Cases/Pouches
Case for MINITEST Master and MINITEST Pro Case Z740B
Universal carrying pouch for MINITEST Master and MINITEST Pro F2000 Z700D
Large universal carrying pouch for MINITEST 3P Master F2010 Z700F
MINITEST 3P Master MINITEST Master MINITEST Pro
Connection Types
Tests at single-phase DUTs ✘✘✘
Tests at 3-phase DUTs via additional test sockets
CEE 16A / CEE 32A ✘––
Interrupters
Fuse link for probe socket ✘✘✘
RCCB in the mains plug – ✘✘
Automatic circuit breaker ✘––
Logging Functions
2-line illuminated LCD panel * ✘✘✘
Memory for up to 2000 tests (10 measured values each) ✘✘ –
Key for transmitting measured values ✘✘✘
Key for saving measured values ✘✘ –
Data interface (USB port) ✘✘✘
Barcode reader socket (9-pin D-sub) ✘✘ –
Description Type Article No.

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5.3.2 Connections and Controls
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