Gossen MetraWatt SECUTEST ST BASE Operating instructions

Condensed Operating Instructions
SECUTEST ST BASE(10)/PRO
and SECULIFE ST BASE(25)
Testers for Testing the Electrical Safety of Devices
per VDE 0701-0702, IEC 62353 and IEC 60974-4
3-447-066-03
2/10.20
Important
Read carefully before use.
Keep on file for future reference!
Please read the full operating instructions as well,
which are available as a PDF file at
www.gossenmetrawatt.com.
The condensed operating instructions do not replace
the full operating instructions!
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Operating and Connection Overview
Note
Features such as touchscreen, Bluetooth® etc. can be found in your instrument’s
data sheet.
MEM: Database
ESC :Return
HELP: Help images
START : Start/Stopp
– Single meas.
– Test seq.
Finger contact
PRINT : Print via USB
Fixed Function Keys
Symbol display for devices
connected to the USB master
interface see below
Softkeys
2 USB master
– For keyboard
– for scanner
– for printer
– for USB stick
1 USB slave
– for PC
Test socket for
connecting DUTs
Attention!
Depending on the measuring
task, the test probe may be
charged with line v
oltage.
!
Rotary
Selector Switch
LC panel Connection for
voltage supply
SECUTEST CLIP
(Z745H)
Sockets
2
nd
test probe
Special Symbol Displays:
– Measurement at IT line active
– OFFSET for RPE active
Kink protection grommet:
black: max. 16 A
green: max. 25 A
Mains on test socket
SFC: Normal condition
Mains on test socket
SFC: N interrupted
white/silver identified &
fused high current path
Fuse compartment
Voltage measurement
Rotary switch level: orange
Test sequences A1 ... A9
(test sequences per standard)
Rotary switch level: green
Single measurements
Test Probe

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Table of Contents Page Page
1 Safety Precautions .....................................4
2 Scope of Delivery .......................................6
3 Initial Start-Up ...........................................7
3.1 Mains Connection ........................................7
3.2 Detection of Mains Connection Errors ............7
4
Overview of Functions of the Testers ..........8
5 User Interface Symbols – Parameter and
Softkey Symbols ......................................10
6 Internal Database ....................................11
6.1 Creation of Test Structures .........................11
6.2
Export – Transmission and Storage of Test
Structures and Measurement Data ................. 11
6.3 Import (PRO and/or Feature KB01 only) ........... 11
7 Data Input ................................................12
7.1 Keyboard or Softkey Entries ........................12
7.2 Entry via Touch Screen
( SECUTEST ST PRO
and/or Feature E01 only) ................................ 12
8 Notes on Saving Single Measurements
and Test Sequences ................................13
9 Single Measurements ..............................14
9.1 RPE – Protective Conductor Resistance for
Protection Class I Devices ...........................15
9.2 RINS – Insulation Resistance Measurement
for Protection Class I Devices ......................16
9.3 RINS – Insulation Resistance Measurement
for Protection Class II Devices .....................17
9.4 IPE – Protective Conductor Current .............18
9.5 IT – Touch Current .....................................19
9.6 IE – Device Leakage Current .......................20
9.7 IA – Leakage Current from the Application
Part ...........................................................21
9.8 IP – Patient Leakage Current ......................22
9.9 U – Probe Voltage ......................................23
9.10 U – Measuring Voltage ...............................24
9.11 tPRCD – PRCD Time to Trip
(portable residual current device) ................25
9.12 P – Functions Test .....................................26
9.13 EL1 – Function Testing of Extension Cords ..27
9.14 EXTRA – Special functions ..........................28
9.15 2-Pole Measurements with P1 and P2 Test
Probes ......................................................30
9.16
Measurement with Current Clamp Sensor at
Permanently Installed DUTs of Safety Class I ............ 30
9.17 Measurements with Test Adapter .............. 31
10 Test Sequences in Accordance with
Standards ................................................ 32
10.1 General Procedure .................................... 32
10.2 Evaluation Procedure ................................. 32
10.3 Sample Test Sequence .............................. 33
11 Measurement Parameters for Individual
Measurements and
Test Sequences ...................................... 37
12 Repair and Replacement Parts Service
Calibration Center and Rental Instrument
Service .................................................... 38
13 Product Support ...................................... 38
14 IZYTRONIQ Data Processing
Software ................................................. 39

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1 Safety Precautions
SECUTEST ST BASE(10), SECUTEST ST PRO and
SECULIFE ST BASE(25) test instruments are
manufactured and tested in accordance with
the following safety regulations:
IEC/EN 61010-1 / VDE 0411-1, DIN VDE
0404, IEC/EN 61577 / VDE 0413-2,-4 /
DIN
EN 61557-16 / VDE 0413-16
The “automatic test sequences” are semi-
automatically controlled sequences whose
progress is interrupted by safety-relevant
stoppages and the associated warnings and
instructions. As a result, the level of protec-
tion provided to the user is greater than
demanded by sections 4.1.6 and 4.1.7 of
DIN EN 61557-16 with regard to “automatic
test sequences”.
The safety of the user, the test instrument
and the device under test (electrical equip-
ment or electrical medical device) is only
assured when the instrument is used for its
intended purpose.
Read these condensed operating instructions and the
full operating instructions carefully and completely
before placing your test instrument into service (avail-
able at our homepage www.gossenmetrawatt.com for
download). Follow all instructions contained therein.
Make sure that the operating instructions are available
to all users of the instrument.
Tests 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 test.
Suitable personal safety equipment is
required.
If you use any active or passive implanted
medical devices, please consult your doctor
or the manufacturer of these devices.
Note
Manufacturers and importers of electrical
medical devices must provide documen-
tation for the performance of mainte-
nance by trained personnel.
Observe the following safety precautions:
• The instrument may only be connected to
electrical systems (TN, TT or IT) with a maxi-
mum of 240 V which complies with applica-
ble safety regulations (e.g. IEC 60346, VDE
0100) and is protected with a fuse or circuit
breaker with a maximum rating of 16 A.
• Measurements within electrical systems
are prohibited.
• Be prepared for the occurrence of unex-
pected voltages at devices under test
(for example, capacitors can be danger-
ously charged).
• Make certain that the measurement
cables are in flawless condition, e.g. no
damage to insulation, no cracks in
cables or plugs etc.
• When using a test probe with coil cord
(SK2W): Grip the tip of the test probe
firmly, for example during insertion into a
jack socket. Tensioning at the coil cord
may otherwise cause the test probe to
snap back resulting in possible injury.
• Measurement of insulation resistance and
equivalent leakage current
(leakage current
alternative measuring methods)
Testing is conducted with up to 500 V. Cur-
rent limiting is utilized (I < 3.5 mA), but if
terminals L or N at the test socket are
touched, electrical shock may occur which
could result in consequential accidents.
•During operation with line voltage:
Exposed conductive parts may conduct
dangerous touch voltage during testing.
Do not touch under any circumstances!
Use a special cover in order to avoid
touch contact.
Mains power is disconnected at the
instrument if leakage current exceeds
approx. 10 mA (can be switched to 30
mA). However, this does not fulfill the
requirements specified for a PRCD. If the
“Proceed in case of limit violation” setting
is used, enhanced safeguarding against
touch contact and a 30 mA RCD must
be used, and personal protective equip-
ment (PPE) must be worn (secure work-
station).

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Attention!
!
The function test may only be per-
formed after the DUT has successfully
passed the safety test!
•Probe check for probe connector P1: Please
perform a probe check after each test.
Attention!
!
If there is a fuse defect in test probe
P1 after having started the test, all
subsequent measurements which
are performed with this measure-
ment path might be erroneously
rated as good!
Fuse replacement
The fuses may only be replaced when the
instrument is voltage-free, i.e. the instrument
must be disconnected from mains supply
power and may not be connected to a mea-
suring circuit. The fuse type must comply
with the specifications in the technical data
or the labeling on the instrument.
Opening the instrument / repairs
The instrument may only be opened by
authorized, trained personnel in order to
ensure flawless operation and to assure that
the guarantee is not rendered null and void.
Even original replacement parts may only be
installed by authorized, trained personnel.
If it can be ascertained that the instrument
has been opened by unauthorized person-
nel, no guarantee claims can be honored by
the manufacturer with regard to personal
safety, measuring accuracy, compliance
with applicable safety measures or any con-
sequential damages.
Any warranty claims will be forfeited when
the warranty seal has been damaged or
removed.
Switching power consumers (max. 16 A*)
Be absolutely sure to adhere to the
sequence specified below when switching
the live device under test. This prevents
excessive wear of the mains relays at the
test instrument.
Before measurement:
1) DUT: Turn the DUT off via its own switch.
2) Tester:
Switch line voltage to the test
socket.
3) DUT: Turn the DUT on via its own switch.
After measurement:
4) DUT: Turn the DUT off via its own switch.
5) Tester:
Deactivate line voltage to the test
socket.
* for currents > 16 A AC please use adapter
AT3-IIS32 (Z745X), for example
The test instrument may not be used:
• If external damage is apparent, for example
if parts which conduct dangerous touch
voltage are freely accessible, if the display
is broken or defective (in which case dan-
gerous voltage or mains connection errors
might no longer be indicated)
• If the seal or sealing lacquer has been
removed as the result of repairs or manipu-
lation carried out by a non-authorized/non-
certified service provider.
• With damaged connection and/or mea-
surement cables and patient ports, e.g.
interrupted insulation or kinked cable
• If the instrument no longer functions flawlessly
• After serious damage due to transport
In such cases, the instrument must be
removed from operation and secured
against unintentional use.

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Meanings of Symbols on the Instrument
The symbols on the instrument have the fol-
lowing meanings:
Warning regarding dangerous
electrical voltage
Warning concerning a point of
danger (attention: observe docu-
mentation!)
Indicates European Conformity
This device may not be disposed of
with the trash. Further information
regarding the WEEE mark can be
accessed on the Internet at
www.gossenmetrawatt.com by
entering the search term “WEEE”.
If the guarantee seal is damaged
or removed, all guarantee claims
are rendered null and void.
QR CODE QR CODE is a registered
trademark of
DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED
2ScopeofDelivery
The scope of delivery varies depending on
which instrument variant has been ordered,
and is country-specific. Information con-
cerning the scope of delivery can be found in
your order and the data sheet, in which all
order information is listed.
Example of a standard variant (standard
model):
1 SECUTEST ST BASE, SECUTEST ST PRO or
SECULIFE ST BASE(25) test instrument
1 Mains power cable
1 Test probe, 2 m, not coiled
1 USB cable, USB A to USB B,
length: 1.0 m
1 Plug-on alligator clip
1 KS17-ONE cable set for voltage measur-
ing inputs
(only with SECUTEST PRO or an instrument
with feature I01 and SECULIFE ST BASE(25))
1 Calibration certificate
1 Condensed operating instructions
– Set of complete operating instructions
available on the Internet for download
from
www.gossenmetrawatt.com
1 Card with registration key for
IZYTRONIQ BUSINESS Starter software
!

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3 Initial Start-Up
3.1 Mains Connection
Nominal mains values: 100 to 240 V, 50 Hz to 400 Hz
➭Connect the test instrument to the mains
cable via its inlet plug and insert the
mains plug into an electrical outlet. The
function selector switch can be set to
any position. If a mains outlet (earthing
contact outlet) is not available, or if only a
3-phase outlet is available, the adapter
socket can be used to connect the
phase conductor, the neutral conductor
and the protective conductor. The
adapter socket has three permanently
attached cables and is included with the
KS13 cable set (see wiring diagram in
the operating instructions).
Attention!
!
If connection is not possible via an
earthing contact outlet: Shut down
mains power first. Then connect the
cables from the coupling socket to
the mains using pick-off clips in ac-
cordance with the diagram. Discon-
nection from mains power is only
possible with the mains plug.
Measurements in IT Systems
The setting IT system can be activated in
selector switch position SETUP (Setup 1/3)
under sub-menu All Measurement:
Parameter „Meas. at IT-mains“ = Yes: active
leakage current measurements (and/or all
measurements which include the PE at the
mains connection end) are blocked. Test
sequences which contain such kind of mea-
surements are disabled as well.
3.2 Detection of Mains Connection Errors
The device automatically recognizes mains
connection errors if the conditions in the fol-
lowing table have been fulfilled. The user is
informed of the type of error, and all measur-
ing functions are disabled in the event of
danger.
1
10 A/25 A R
PE
measurements are only possible with line
voltages of 115/230 V and line frequencies of 50/60 Hz.
2
if the test person is highly insulated, the following error
message may appear: „Interference voltage at PE of
mains connection“
Attention!
!
In the event of mains connection er-
rors as described in either of the first
two cases in the table above, imme-
diately disconnect the test instrument
from the mains and arrange to have
the error eliminated!
Note
Voltage at the electrical system’s protec-
tive conductor PE
may result in distorted
measurement values during testing for
the absence of voltage, or during leak-
age voltage measurements.
Type of
Connection Error
Message Condition Measure-
ments
Voltage at protec-
tive conductor PE
to finger contact
(START/STOP key)
Display at the
instrument
Press START/
STOP button
U25 V
Button PE:
< 1 M2
All measure-
ments
disabled
Protective conduc-
tor PE & phase
conductor L
reversed and/or
neutral conductor
N interrupted
Voltage at PE
> 100 V
Impossible
(no supply
power)
Line voltage
< 180 V / < 90 V
(depending on mains)
UL-N < 180 V
UL-N <90V
Possible
under certain
circum-
stances
1
Test on IT/T N
system
Display at the
instrument
Connection
N PE
> 20 k
Possible
under certain
circumstances

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4 Overview of Functions of the Testers
1
10 A/25 A-R
PE
measurements are only possible with line
voltages of 115 V/230 V and line frequencies of 50 Hz/60 Hz.
2
Voltage measuring inputs only for SECUTEST ST PRO (or
for devices with feature I01) and
SECULIFE ST BASE(25)
3 Measurement of time to trip not possible in IT systems.
4
No checking for reversed polarity takes place when the
EL1 adapter is used.
Switch
setting,
descrip-
tion as of
Measuring functions,
test current/voltage
Single measurements, rotary switch level: green
Measurements at voltage-free objects
RPE
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RPE protect. conductor resistance
Ip test current (200 mA)
SECUTEST ST BASE(10)/PRO
SECULIFE ST BASE: 10 A 1
(Feature G01)
SECULIFE ST BASE25: 25 A 1)
(Feature G02)
RINS
Page 16
RINS insulation resistance
UINS test voltage
Measurements at DUTs with line voltage
IPE
Page 18
IPE
prot. conductor current, TRMS
IPE~ AC component
IPE= DC component
ULPE test voltage
UGen reference voltage (alternative)
IT
Page 19
ITtouch voltage, TRMS
IT~)AC component
IT= DC component
ULPE test voltage
UGen reference voltage (alternative)
IE
Page 20
IE
device leakage current, TRMS
IE~ AC component
IE= DC component
ULPE test voltage
UGen reference voltage (alternative)
IA
Page 21
IA
leakage current from app. part
ULPE test voltage
UGen reference voltage (alternative)
IP
Page 22
IP
patient leakage current, TRMS
IP~ AC component
IP= DC component
ULPE test voltage
U
Page 23
Uprobe voltage, TRMS
U~ alt. voltage component
U= direct voltage component
URMS Voltage 2
U~ AC voltage component 2
U= DC voltage component 2
tPRCD 3
Page 25
ta
time to trip for 10/30 mA PRCD
ULN line voltage at the test socket
P
Page 26
Function test at the test socket
Icurrent between L and N
Uvoltage between L and N
ffrequency
Pactive power
Sapparent power
PF power factor
Probe measuring functions
EL1
Page 27
Extension cord function test with EL1/VL2E/
AT3-IIIE adapter: continuity, short-circuit, re-
versed wires 4
EXTRA
Page 28
Reserved for expansions in connection with
software updates
°C Temperature measurement
2
with Pt100/Pt1000
IZ Measurement of current at clamp with cur-
rent clamp sensor
Test sequences per standard rotary switch level: orange
Page 32
Preconfigured (freely selectable) test sequences
A1 VDE 0701-0702, passive measurement type,
test socket
A2 VDE 0701-0702, active measurement type,
test socket
A3
VDE 0701-0702 , parameters configuration for
EDP (active)
A4
IEC 62353 (VDE 0751), passive measurement type
A5
IEC 62353 (VDE 0751), active measurement type
A6 IEC 60974-4, connection type: test socket
A7
IEC 60974-4 , connection type: AT16-DI/AT32-DI
A8 VDE 0701-0702,
measurement type ext ension
cord test (RPE, RISO), EL1/VL2E/ AT3-IIIE adapter
A9
VDE 0701-0702 , connection type, measurement
type, protection category – in each case automatic
Switch
setting,
descrip-
tion as of
Measuring functions,
test current/voltage

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Note
Changes in test sequences A1 ... A9
are preserved even after switching off
the test instrument.
Note
Features involving expansions (firm-
ware) which can be enabled are avail-
able for an additional charge if they’re
not included in the scope of delivery.
Example: Feature KD01, “Z853S –
SECUTEST DB COMFORT”, as men-
tioned in this document.
Refer to the test instrument’s operat-
ing instructions for further informa-
tion.

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5 User Interface Symbols – Parameter and Softkey Symbols
Sym-
bols
Setup
Page
Parameters and their significance
Complete overviews of all symbols are included in the full operating instructions.
1/3
All measurements : Ref.voltage L-PE: voltage to which the measured values for leakage current
have been standardized; Gnd fault sens.: continuous residual current monitoring (10/30 mA)
Automatic measurements: set parameters for test sequences: start and end view,
inclusive operation uncertainty (yes/no), auto measurement point (yes/no)
1/3 Database: deletion, statistics,
with inserted USB stick : save, restore database
1/3 System: set general device parameters;
date/time, volume, brightness, default settings, self-test
2/3 Printer: printer selection for USB master interface
connected, disconnected
2/3 Tester: select tester from list, add new tester
2/3 Culture: select language for operating instructions, keyboard and measuring
sequences by acknowledging the respective national flag; Reboot necessary!
2/3 Optionally connected external devices
USB stick, keyboard / barcode scanner, printer
3/3 System information: query software and hardware version, serial number, build
number, calibration data and storage occupancy
— Functions and their significance
Set classification parameters for the respective test sequence
(test sequences switch settings A1 ... A9)
Accept parameters, acknowledge message
Abort single measurement or test sequence
Evaluate measurement of visual inspection with OK or not OK (toggle key)
Continue test, next test step in the test sequence
Symbol left: Direct selection key measurement type (connection type...) or measur-
ing method (direct ...) / Symbol right: Selection between two states (no submenu)
Start evaluation – record measured value. Each time this softkey is pressed, an
additional measured value is saved and the number is increased by one.
Symbol left: Repeat measured value recording
Symbol right: Repeat test step in the test sequence
Symbol left: Delete measured value
Symbol right: Skip individual tests in the test sequence
Display measured values from performed measurements and test sequences
Magnifying glass symbol: show (+) or hide (–) details regarding database objects
or selected measurements
Enter a new ID for a test object either before or after a test, and in case the ID
has not yet been entered to the structure
Save measurement data / save measurement data as (with display of directory
path / ID or new entry of an ID other than the preselected one)

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6 Internal Database
6.1 Creation of Test Structures
A complete test structure with data regarding
customers and devices under test be created
in the test instrument. This structure makes it
possible to store the results of single measure-
ments or test sequences of test objects
belonging to various customers. Manual single
measurements can be grouped together into a
so-called “manual sequence”.
Up to 50,000 data records can be stored in
the test instrument. The following applies in
this regard: 1 data record = 1 DUT or loca-
tion node or customer or individual measure-
ment.
A complete description of database creation is
included in the full operating instructions for
your test instrument.
6.2 Export – Transmission and Storage of
Test Structures and Measurement Data
Structures set up in, and measurement data
saved to the test instrument can be imported
to the IZYTRONIQ report generating software
via a plugged-in USB stick (PRO and/or Fea-
ture KB01 only) or via the USB slave port.
Data can then be saved to the PC and
reports can be generated.
Note
Data transfer to IZYTRONIQ should not
be started during single measure-
ments or test sequences.
Furthermore, you can save the database to
a plugged-in USB stick for subsequent
restoring to the device memory.
6.3 Import (PRO and/or Feature KB01 only)
The test structures created at the PC with
the help of the report generating software
can be loaded into the test instrument via an
USB stick or via the USB slave port.

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7 Data Input
7.1 Keyboard or Softkey Entries
After selecting ID or any other object param-
eter, a keyboard is displayed which allows
for the entry of alphanumeric characters via
the fixed function keys and the softkeys.
Alternatively, entries can also be made with
the help of a USB keyboard or barcode
scanner which is connected to the instru-
ment.
Procedure
(example: entering a DUT designation)
1 Switch the keyboard to uppercase, low-
ercase or special characters with the abc
key (Abc, ABC, Symb).
2 Select the desired alphanumeric charac-
ter or a line break with the scroll keys
(left, right, up and down). The selection
cursor can be accelerated by pressing
and holding the respective scroll key.
3 After pressing the key, the respec-
tive character appears in the display
field.
4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 until the com-
plete designation is shown in the display
field.
5 After pressing the green check-
mark, the selected character string
is saved.
7.2 Entry via Touch Screen ( SECUTEST ST
PRO
and/or Feature E01 only)
The touch-screen allows for the convenient
entry of data and comments, parameters
and direct parameter selection.
PRINT
ESC
HELP
MEM
Display Field
Key Field
Example Softkey Entries
Switch between
Scroll down
Transfer char. at cursor
Exit entry function
position to display field
without saving
Scroll up
key and display field Delete characters
Toggling: uppercase,
Scroll left
Accept entry
Scroll right

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8 Notes on Saving Single Measurements and Test Sequences
At the end of each test, test results can be
saved under an ID number which is unequiv-
ocally assigned to the respective test object.
Depending on the initial situation, i.e.
whether or not a test structure or database
is already available or an ID has already been
entered, the following different procedures
are used for saving:
Variant 1 – pre-selection of an existing ID
You’ve already set up a test structure in the
test instrument
or loaded one from the
IZYTRONIQ .
Open the database view before starting the
measurement by pressing the MEM key.
Then select the test object or its ID within the
test structure by pressing the respective
scroll key. Exit the database view (MEM navi-
gation) by pressing ESC and start the mea-
surement. Press the Save as key at the
end of the measurement. The display is
switched to the SAVE view. The ID appears
with a green or orange background. Press
the Save key in order to complete the pro-
cedure.
Variant 2 – entry of an existing ID at the end of the
test
You’ve already set up a test structure in the
test instrument
or loaded one from the
IZYTRONIQ ( SECUTEST PRO only) . You perform the
measurement without first opening the data-
base. No test object was previously selected
in the database. Press the Save as key at
the end of the measurement. The following
message appears: “No DUT selected!”
Press the ID key. The softkey keyboard
appears.
If you enter an ID here which is already in the
database, the database view appears auto-
matically (MEM navigation) and the test
object’s ID is displayed inversely. Acknowl-
edge the entry by pressing the key. The
display is switched to the SAVE view. The ID
appears with a green or orange background.
Press the Save key once again in order to
complete the procedure.
Variant 3 – entry of a new ID at the end of the test
You haven’t yet set up a test structure in the
test instrument, or the ID is not included in
the existing structure.
Press the Save as key at the end of the
measurement. The following message
appears: “No DUT selected!” Press the ID
key in order to enter the test object’s ID. The
softkey keyboard appears.
If you enter an ID here which is not yet
included in the database, a prompt appears
asking you if you want to enter a new object.
– :If you press , the display is switched
to the SAYVE view. The ID appears with a
green background. Press the key once
again in order to complete the procedure.
– :If you press , the database view
appears (MEM navigation). Go to the next
page (Process objects 2/3) by pressing ,
and then enter a new test object. Press
to this end. All possible object types
are displayed. Press “DUT”. The newly
entered ID appears in red to the right of
the ID parameter. Acknowledge the entry
by pressing the key. The display is
switched to the database view (MEM navi-
gation). The newly entered test object is
displayed inversely in the structure. Press
ESC in order to return to the SAVE view. The
ID appears with a green or orange back-
ground. Press the key once again in
order to complete the procedure.
–ESC: If you don’t want to save any mea-
sured values, press ESC twice in order to
go to the measuring view. If you press ESC
again, a prompt appears asking whether
or not you want to delete the measuring
points in order to continue with the mea-
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9 Single Measurements
Any measuring duration is possible. The
respective measurement is ended by press-
ing START/STOP. No limit values have been
entered for single measurements. As a
result, no evaluation of the measurement
results takes place.
Procedure for measuring with save function and
pre-selection of the (ME) device
If you’d like to save your single measure-
ments to selected (ME) devices in a data-
base (see section 6), the following procedure
is advisable.
1 Activate the database view ( MEM nav-
igation) by pressing the
MEM key.
2 Select the (ME) device or its ID num-
ber for the following measurements
with the scroll keys.
3 Return to the measuring view by
pressing the ESC key or the START/
STOP key.
4 Start the test with the START/STOP
key before switching the DUT on
.
The measured value recording
symbol shown at the right
appears. Each time this key is
pressed, the currently displayed
value is saved to the clipboard
and the number shown in the symbol is
increased by one.
5 Switch off the DUT before finis-
hing the test with the START/STOP
key.
The Save as symbol appears
(floppy disk icon with the number
of measured values saved to the
clipboard).
6 If you press the save symbol now,
the display is switched to the SAVE
view, where the pre-selected (ME)
device is highlighted.
7 After pressing the Save symbol
once again, acknowledgement of
successful storage appears. At the
same time, the display returns to the
measuring view.
Procedure for measuring with save function and
subsequent entry of the (ME) device
As an alternative to the procedure described
above, you can start with step 4 and, after
measurement has been completed, assign
the results to a (ME) device or its ID number
which is included in the database: manually
by selecting ID and entering the ID via the
alphanumeric keyboard, or by scanning a
barcode.
MEM


ESC
3
3
3
Select DUT
Start stop initiate saving
12 3 4
Check end saving

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9.1 RPE – Protective Conductor Resistance for Protection Class I Devices
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The selected offset value is permanently stored to memory and
adapted for measurements in selector switch position
A1 ... A9 .
4
Connection also via EL1, VL2E, AT3 adapter, AT16DI/AT32DI
➭Connect the DUT to the test socket.
➭Contact all conductive parts which are
connected to the protective conductor
with test probe P1.
Special case: permanently installed DUT
➭Contact all conductive housing parts
with test probe P1.
Meas. Parameter Meaning
Mode (Measurement type)
admissible test current IP
passive: PE(TS) – P1
@ IP =
200 mA/10 A
Testing between the 2 protective
conductor terminals: at test sock-
et4and test probe P1
active: PE(PD) – P1
@ IP = 200 mA/25 A
Like PE(TS) – P1
but with mains
voltage to socket and with continu-
ously increasing DC current (PRCDs)
PE(mains) – P1
Permanently
connected devices
@ IP = 200 mA/10 A
Testing between ground terminal
at mains and test probe P1
PE(Mains) – P1 clip @ IP = 10 A, see section 9.16
P1 – P2
@ IP =
200 mA/10 A/25 A
Only test devices with feature H01:
2-pole measurement between test
probe 1 and 2, see section 9.15
IP(set) Ip
200 mA Test cur.: 200 mA AC (+/–/± DC)
10 A 1Test current: 10 A (Feature G01)
25 A 2Test current: 10 A (Feature G02)
f – only at 200 mA ~ (AC)
50 to 200 Hz Test sequence (adjustable in increments)
Offset
> 0 to < 2 3 Zero balancing for selected ref. point.
Select measuring function
1
RPE
Select parameters
2
Set parameters
3
Connect DUT
4
PE(PD) – P1
P1
PE(mains) – P1
PE(mains)
P1
Start test
5
Acknowledge line voltage warning
6
!
With active: PE(TS)-P1 only
Save measured values to clipboard
6
Stop test
7
Save measurements under ID no.
8

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9.2 RINS – Insulation Resistance Measurement for Protection Class I Devices
U+/U– = increase/decrease UINS(set)
1
Connection also via EL1, VL2E, AT3-IIIE, AT3-IIS, AT3-II S32,
AT16DI/AT32DI or CEE adapter
Special case: inputs for application parts
➭Connect the DUT to the test socket.
➭ Contact the short-circuited inputs for the
application parts with test probe P1.
Meas. Parameter Meaning
Mode (Measurement type)
LN(TS) – PE(TS) PC I: Testing between short-cir-
cuited LN mains terminals at test
socket and the DUT’s PE terminal
1
LN(TS) – P1 See section 9.3
P1 – P2
Only test devices with feature H01:
2-pole measurement between test
probe 1 and 2 instead of test socket
connection
PE(mains) – P1
Permanently
connected devices
Cable test: Testing between ground
terminal at mains and test probe P1
PE(TS) – P1 Testing between PE terminal at test
socket and test probe P1
LN(TS) – P1//PE(TS) Testing between short-circuited LN
mains terminals at test socket and test
probe P1, including PE at test socket
UINS(set) U+/U–
> 50 to < 500 V Variable test voltage can be en-
tered with the numeric keypad
Select measuring function
1
RINS
Select parameters
2
Set parameters
3
Connect DUT
4
LN(TS) – PE(TS)
LN(TS) – PE(TS)
P1
Start test
5
Save measured values to clipboard
6
Stop test
7
Save measurements under ID no.
8

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9.3 RINS – Insulation Resistance Measurement for Protection Class II Devices
U+ = increase UINS(set)
U– = decrease UINS(set)
➭Connect the DUT to the test socket.
➭Contact all conductive, exposed parts
with test probe P1.
Meas. Parameter Meaning
Mode (Measurement type)
LN(TS) – P1 Testing between short-circuited LN
mains terminals at test socket and
test probe P1
(Connection via test socket, via
adapter VL2E, AT3-IIIE, AT3-IIS,
AT3-II S32 or AT16DI/AT32DI
)
UINS(set) U+/U–
> 50 to < 500 V Variable test voltage can be en-
tered with the numeric keypad
Select measuring function
1
RINS
Select parameters
2
Set parameters
3
Connect DUT
4
LN(TS) – P1
P1
Start test
5
Save measured values to clipboard
6
Stop test
7
Save measurements under ID no.
8

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9.4 IPE – Protective Conductor Current
1
Connection also via VL2E, AT3 adapter, AT16DI/AT32DI
2) only suitable for connection of DUT with test socket.
Not suitable for measurements at AT16DI or AT32DI
adapter.
Prior to all leakage current measurements, please
make sure that the measurement parameters „Ref.
voltage L-PE“ and „Testingfreq. Alt“ have been cor-
rectly set in the SETUP, see section 11.
➭Connect the DUT (to test socket).
➭Switch DUT on
➭Switch DUT off
Meas. Parameter Meaning
Mode (Measurement type)
Direct Direct measuring method (via test
socket, AT16DI/AT32DI)
Differential Differential current measurement
(via test socket)
Alternative Equivalent leakage current mea-
suring method (via test socket1)
AT3 Adapter
Only test devices with feature I01:
Measurement with adapter AT3-
IIIE,
AT3-IIS or AT3-II S32
See section 9.17
Clip Only test devices with feature I01:
See section 9.16
Single Fault (SFC) – for direct measurement type only
Normal condition No single fault simulation active
N interrupted Fault simulation - only phase and
protective conductor are con-
nected with the DUT2)
Polarity – for direct, differential measurement
and AT3 adapter only
normal Selection of polarity for line volt-
age at test socket
reverse
Select Measuring Function
1
IPE
Select parameters
2
Set parameters
3
Connect DUT
4
Direct / Diff / Alt
Start test
5
Acknowledge line voltage warning
6
!
Direct & differential & AT3 Adapter:
Save measured values to clipboard
7
Stop test
8
Save measurements under ID no.
9

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9.5 IT – Touch Current
1
Connection also via AT3-IIIE, AT3-II S, AT3-II S32, AT16DI/AT32DI
2
only suitable for connection of DUT with test socket.
Not suitable for measurements at AT16DI or AT32DI
adapter.
Prior to all leakage current measurements, please
make sure that the measurement parameters „Ref.
voltage L-PE“ and „Testingfreq. Alt“ have been cor-
rectly set in the SETUP, see section 11.
➭Connect the DUT to the test socket.
➭Contact additional, accessible, conduc-
tive parts which are not connected to the
protective conductor with test probe P1.
Meas. Parameter Meaning
Mode (Measurement type)
Direct P1 Direct measuring method
(via test socket 1)
Differential P1 Differential current measurement
(via test socket)
Alternative P1
Equivalent leakage current measuring
method (via test socket
1
or VL2E)
Permanent connection P1
Permanently connected DUT
Alternative P1–P2
Only test devices with feature H01:
Equivalent leakage current mea-
surement method:
2-pole measurement between test
probe 1 and 2, see section 9.15
Single Fault (SFC) – for direct measurement type only
Normal condition No single fault simulation active
N interrupted Fault simulation - only phase and
protective conductor are connec-
ted with the DUT2
PE interrupted Fault simulation active - protect. con-
ductor is disconnected from the DUT
for the duration of measurement
Polarity – for direct, differential measurement
and AT3 adapter only
normal Selection of polarity for line volt-
age at test socket
reverse
Select measuring function
1
IT
Select parameters
2
Set parameters
3
Connect DUT
4
DirectP1/DiffP1/AltP1
P1
Start test
5
Acknowledge line voltage warning
6
!
Direct & differential:
Save measured values to clipboard
7
Stop test
8
Save measurements under ID no.
9

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9.6 IE – Device Leakage Current
1
Connection also via AT16DI/AT32DI (only differential
current methtod useful)
2) Measurement must be performed for both mains polar-
ities and the largest value is documented
Prior to all leakage current measurements, please
make sure that the measurement parameters „Ref.
voltage L-PE“ and „Testingfreq. Alt“ have been cor-
rectly set in the SETUP, see section 11.
➭Connect the DUT to the test socket.
➭Contact accessible, conductive parts
which are not connected to the protec-
tive conductor with test probe P1.
➭For DUTs with application parts: addi-
tionally contact the short-circuited inputs
for the application parts with test probe
P1.
Meas. Parameter Meaning
Mode (Measurement type)
Direct Direct measuring method (via test
socket1), optional probe contact
Differential Differential current measurement
(via test socket)
Alternative Equivalent leakage current mea-
suring method with probe contact
(via test socket, AT16DI/AT32DI)
AT3 adapter
Only test devices with feature I01:
Measurement with adapter AT3-
IIIE,
AT3-IIS or AT3-II S32
See section 9.17
Clamp Only test devices with feature I01:
see section 9.16
Polarity 2) – for direct, differential measure-
ment and AT3 adapter only
normal Selection of polarity for line volt-
age at test socket
reverse
Select measuring function
1
IE
Select parameters
2
Set parameters
3
Connect DUT
4
Direct / Alt
P1
Start test
5
Acknowledge line voltage warning
6
!
Direct & differential & AT3 Adapter:
Save measured values to clipboard
7
Stop test
8
Save measurements under ID no.
9