HT Italia XL421 User manual

ENGLISH
User’s manual
©Copyright HT ITALIA 2007 Release EN 1.02 - 13/06/2007
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INDEX
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES.......................................................................................... 2
1.1 Preliminary instructions.........................................................................................................................................2
1.2 During use.............................................................................................................................................................3
1.3 After use................................................................................................................................................................3
1.4 Overvoltage categories - definitions......................................................................................................................3
2GENERAL DESCRIPTION........................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 Functions ..............................................................................................................................................................4
3PREPARATION FOR USE........................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Preliminary checks................................................................................................................................................5
3.2 Power supply ........................................................................................................................................................5
3.3 Calibration.............................................................................................................................................................5
3.4 Storage.................................................................................................................................................................5
4INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION..................................................................................................................... 6
4.1 Keyboard...............................................................................................................................................................6
5INITIAL SETTINGS....................................................................................................................................... 6
5.1 Date, Time and Measuring Interval.......................................................................................................................6
6MEASURING PROCEDURE........................................................................................................................ 7
6.1 Using the instrument in a Single Phase plant .......................................................................................................7
6.2 Using the instrument in a Three Phase plant........................................................................................................9
7LED MESSAGES DESCRIPTION...............................................................................................................11
8CONNECTION OF INSTRUMENT TO PC..................................................................................................11
9MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................................................................12
9.1 General information.............................................................................................................................................12
9.2 Battery replacement............................................................................................................................................12
9.3 Cleaning..............................................................................................................................................................12
9.4 End of life............................................................................................................................................................12
10 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................13
10.1 Characteristics....................................................................................................................................................13
10.1.1 Safety standards...........................................................................................................................................................13
10.1.2 General data.................................................................................................................................................................13
10.2 Environmental conditions....................................................................................................................................13
10.2.1 Climatic conditions........................................................................................................................................................13
10.2.2 EMC..............................................................................................................................................................................13
10.3 Accessories.........................................................................................................................................................14
11 SERVICE.....................................................................................................................................................14
11.1 Warranty conditions............................................................................................................................................14
11.2 After-sale service................................................................................................................................................14
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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES
This meter has been designed in compliance with EN 61010 directive. For your own safety
and to avoid damaging the instrument we suggest you follow the procedures hereby
prescribed and to read carefully all the notes preceded by the symbol .
WARNING
Should you fail to keep to the prescribed instructions you could damage the
instrument and/or its components or endanger your safety.
Take extreme care of the following conditions while taking measurements:
)Do not performing any measures in humid or wet environments.
)Do not use the meter in presence of explosive gas (material), combustible gas
(material), steam or dust.
)Do not touch the circuit under test if no measurement is being taken.
)Do not use the instrument if it seems to be malfunctioning (i.e. if you notice
deformations, breaks, leakage of substances and so on).
The herewith symbols are used:
Caution: refer to the instruction manual; an improper use may damage the
instrument or its components
Danger high voltage: risk of electrical shocks
De-energize the plant under test before connecting the instrument
Double insulated meter
AC voltage and current
1.1 PRELIMINARY INSTRUCTIONS
)This instrument has been designed for use in environments of pollution degree 2 up to
2000m high.
)It can be used for CURRENT measurements up to 2500A on installations with
overvoltage category CAT III 1000V∼to ground or CAT IV 600V∼to ground.
)Please use the standard safety precautions aimed at:
9Protecting you against dangerous electric currents.
9Protecting the instrument against incorrect operations.
)Do not test circuits exceeding the current and voltage limits.
)De-energize the plant under test before connecting the instrument. Take all the safety
precautions before taking actions on the plant.
)Do not perform any test under environmental conditions exceeding the limits indicated
in this manual (ref. par. 10.2).
)Make sure that batteries are correctly installed.
)Only the accessories supplied with the instrument guarantee compliance with the
safety standards. They must be in good conditions and must be replaced, if necessary,
with identical models.
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1.2 DURING USE
Carefully read the following recommendations and instructions:
WARNING
Non compliance with warnings and/or instructions may cause damage to
the tester or its components or injure the operator.
)During a current measurement keep the clamp as far as possible from cables not
involved in measurement.
)During a current measurement keep the cable under test in the very middle of the jaws.
1.3 AFTER USE
)If you expect not to use the instrument for a long period of time remove the batteries
and strictly follow the indications at paragraph 9.2.
1.4 OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORIES - DEFINITIONS
EN 61010-1 (Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and
laboratory use, Part 1: General requirements) defines what a measurement category
(usually called “overvoltage category”) is. At paragraph 6.7.4: Measuring circuits it says:
(OMISSIS)
Circuits are divided into the following measurement categories:
•Measurement category IV is for measurements performed at the source of low
voltage installations.
Examples are electricity meters and measurements on primary overcurrent protection devices
and ripple control units.
•Measurement category III is for measurements performed in the building
installation.
Examples are measurements on distribution boards, circuit breakers, wiring, including
cables, bus-bars, junction boxes, switches, socket-outlets in the fixed installation, and
equipment for industrial use and some other equipment, for example, stationary motors with
permanent connection to fixed installation.
•Measurement category II is for measurements performed on circuits directly
connected to the low voltage installation.
Examples are measurements on household appliances, portable tools and similar
equipment.
•Measurement category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly
connected to MAINS.
Examples are measurements on circuits not derived from MAINS, and specially protected
(internal) MAINS-derived circuits. In the latter case, transient stresses are variable; for that
reason, the norm requires that the transient withstand capability of the equipment is made
known to the user.
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2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
2.1 INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer, the instrument you have just purchased will grant you accurate and
reliable measurements provided that it is used according to the present manual’s
instructions.
The instrument was designed to grant the user the utmost safety conditions thanks to a
new concept assuring double insulation and overvoltage CAT III 1000V∼to ground or CAT
IV 600V∼to ground.
2.2 FUNCTIONS
This manual is referred to two models: XL421 and XL422. XL421 can recording a single
Current in single phase or three phase plant. XL422 can recording up to 3 Currents
simultaneously in single phase or three phase plant.
Where not expressly indicated the characteristics are common for both models.
The meter can monitoring a plant for a long time thanks to a sophisticated memory-
managing algorithm. More exactly, the instrument uses the following sampling periods:
Measuring Interval XL421 – Autonomy (days) XL422 – Autonomy (days)
1s 5 1.5
6s 34 8
30s 170 42
1min 364 (*) 91
5min 1820 (*) 455 (*)
(*) Depending on batteries autonomy
The instrument starts each recording using the Measuring Interval set through PC
DATALINK software (see chapter 8). Just before the event of full memory, the instrument
applies the successive measuring Interval to all the memory, thus getting more free
memory locations. The instrument continues the data storing according to the new
Measuring Interval.
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3 PREPARATION FOR USE
3.1 PRELIMINARY CHECKS
This instrument has been checked mechanically and electrically before shipment. All
precautions have been taken to assure that the instrument reaches you in perfect
condition.
However, it is advisable to carry out a rapid check in order to detect any possible damage,
which might have occurred in transit.
Check the accessories contained in the packaging to make sure they are the same as
reported in chapter 11.
3.2 POWER SUPPLY
The instrument is powered by two 1.5V type LR6 AA AM3 MN1500 alkaline batteries. For
battery life see paragraph 10.1.2. For battery fitting operation procedure please see
paragraph 9.2.
WARNING
•The meter, after fitted batteries, is always continuously ON also if STATUS
and ALARM LED are OFF. Pressing of START/STOP key activate or disable
recordings only.
•During a recording the blinking ALARM LED every 3 seconds means a low
battery status.
3.3 CALIBRATION
The instrument complies with the accuracy specifications listed in this manual and such
compliance is guaranteed for 12 months, afterwards the tester may need recalibration.
3.4 STORAGE
In order to guarantee the accuracy of the measurements, after a period of storage in
extreme environmental conditions wait for the instrument to stabilize to within the listed
operating conditions (see paragraph 10.2).
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4 INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION
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LEGEND:
1. Flexible head
2. “STATUS" LED
3. "ALARM" LED
4. RS232 port
5. "START/STOP" key
6. Press here to open the
head
Fig. 1: Instrument description
4.1 KEYBOARD
LED “STATUS” blinks every time the START/STOP key is pressed.
5 INITIAL SETTINGS
5.1 DATE, TIME AND MEASURING INTERVAL
It’s possible to set measuring interval and date and time by using the management
program DATALINK. This program enables to:
¾Set the Measuring Interval.
¾Control data and time of the instrument’s internal clock.
¾Set instrument date and time.
¾Check battery status.
How to operate:
1. Connect the instrument to PC COM using included serial cable.
2. Run DATALINK software.
3. Choose the correct COM port with the command Settings Æ“Port”. Using “Autoset”
command for automatic searching for serial port.
4. Choose the command Settings Æ"Instrument’s Settings” to setting instrument’s
Date and Time of start recording and Measuring Interval selecting values 1s, 6s, 30s,
1min or 5min on “Meas. Interv.”
5. Confirm with “Send” command.
WARNING
The instrument could keep the data stored even without batteries. The set date
and time don’t get lost provided that the battery replacement takes less than 2
minutes.
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6 MEASURING PROCEDURE
6.1 USING THE INSTRUMENT IN A SINGLE PHASE PLANT
WARNING
The maximum overvoltage is CAT III 1000V∼to ground or CAT IV 600V∼to
ground. Do not attempt to take any voltage measurements exceeding the
limits indicated in this manual. Exceeding the limits could cause electrical
shock or damage to the instrument.
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Fig. 2: Instrument’s connection in Single Phase plant
WARNING
If possible de-energize the plant under test before connecting the instrument.
Take all the safety precautions before taking actions on the plant.
1. De-energize the plant under test before connecting the meter.
2. Open the flexible head by pressing on expected points (see Fig. 1).
3. Clamp the cable under measurement with the head and close it.
4. To increase the reading accuracy the clamped cable must be in the middle of the head.
5. Re-energize the plant under test.
6. How to start a Recording:
•If no recording was performed or if the recording data was already downloaded to a
PC, pressing and keeping the START/STOP key for 3 seconds. The STATUS LED
will be lighting for the same time, than will be stable lighting for 1 second and the
meter will start the recording.
•If the recording data was not already downloaded to a PC but the operator wants
to overwrite these data, pressing and keeping the START/STOP key for 6
seconds. The STATUS LED will be quickly blinking during the key pressing for the
same time, than the LED will be stable lighting for 1 second and the instrument will
start the recording. The old recording will be deleted and overwritten by the new
one. The meter will wait for the next minute beginning (second=00) and the STATUS
LED is double blinking. After that the recording starts and the STATUS LED blinks
every 3 seconds. The instrument is storing the data.
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7. During a Recording:
•A STATUS LED 3 seconds blinking meaning that the recording is active and the
instrument is storing the data.
•An ALARM LED 3 seconds blinking means that the batteries are low. During a
recording any RS232 communication is possible.
•During Recording operations RS-232 serial communications to PC is not
possible.
8. Stop a Recording:
•To stop a Recording pressing START/STOP key and keep it pressed for 3 seconds.
The STATUS LED will quickly blinks three times and the instrument will stop the
recording, then stop blinking.
For more details about the blinks of STATUS and ALARM LED meaning, please refer to
the chapter 7.
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6.2 USING THE INSTRUMENT IN A THREE PHASE PLANT
WARNING
The maximum overvoltage is CAT III 1000V∼to ground or CAT IV 600V∼to
ground. Do not attempt to take any voltage measurements exceeding the
limits indicated in this manual. Exceeding the limits could cause electrical
shock or damage to the instrument.
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Fig. 3: Instrument’s connection in Three Phase plant
WARNING
If possible de-energize the plant under test before connecting the instrument.
Take all the safety precautions before taking actions on the plant.
1. De-energize the plant under test before connecting the meter.
2. Open the flexible heads by pressing on expected points (see Fig. 1).
3. Clamp the cables under measurement with the heads and close it.
4. To increase the reading accuracy the clamped cable must be in the middle of the head.
5. Re-energize the plant under test.
6. How to start a Recording:
•If no recording was performed or if the recording data was already downloaded to a
PC, pressing and keeping the START/STOP key for 3 seconds. The STATUS LED
will be lighting for the same time, than will be stable lighting for 1 second and the
meter will start the recording.
•If the recording data was not already downloaded to a PC but the operator wants
to overwrite these data, pressing and keeping the START/STOP key for 6
seconds. The STATUS LED will be quickly blinking during the key pressing for the
same time, than the LED will be stable lighting for 1 second and the instrument will
start the recording. The old recording will be deleted and overwritten by the new
one. The meter will wait for the next minute beginning (second=00) and the STATUS
LED is double blinking. After that the recording starts and the STATUS LED blinks
every 3 seconds. The instrument is storing the data.
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7. During a Recording:
•A STATUS LED 3 seconds blinking meaning that the recording is active and the
instrument is storing the data.
•An ALARM LED 3 seconds blinking means that the batteries are low. During a
recording any RS232 communication is possible.
•During Recording operations RS-232 serial communications to PC is not
possible.
8. Stop a Recording:
•To stop a Recording pressing START/STOP key and keep it pressed for 3 seconds.
The STATUS LED will quickly blinks three times and the instrument will stop the
recording, then stop blinking.
For more details about the blinks of STATUS and ALARM LED meaning, please refer to
the chapter 7.
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7 LED MESSAGES DESCRIPTION
For the STATUS and ALARM LEDs messages please refer to the following table:
LED START/STOP Key Light Description
STATUS Kept pressed 3
seconds at least On for 1 second Recording process correctly started.
The previous recorded data was
transferred to a PC
STATUS Kept pressed 6
seconds at least 6 times blinking after 1 second on
Recording process correctly started.
The previous recorded data was not
transferred to a PC and were lost
STATUS Not pressed 2 times blinking
every 3 seconds Waiting for the next minute (seconds=00)
STATUS Not pressed 1 time blinking
every 3 seconds Recording in progress
STATUS Pressed 3 times blinking The recording process was stopped
ALARM Not relevant 1 time blinking
every 3 seconds
Low batteries. Stop the recording,
transfer the data to a PC and replace
batteries
8 CONNECTION OF INSTRUMENT TO PC
Connection of the instrument to a PC is made with a serial cable supplied with the
instrument. To download data to the PC (after installation of DATALINK software) keep to
the herewith procedure:
1. Connect the serial cable to the meter serial port and to a RS232 COM port of the PC.
2. Run "DATALINK" software.
3. Choose SettingsƔPort" and select the COM port. If necessary using "Autoset"
command for choosing automatically the correct COM port.
WARNING
During Recording operations RS-232 serial communications to PC is
not possible.
4. Click on Download key to starting download procedure. A dialogue box displays the
recording stored in the instrument’s memory. By choosing the “download” command
the data transfer procedure will start.
5. At the end of the download the RECORDING application will automatically start.
6. Choose the commands Recording Analysis Æ"Parameters" the recording values are
displayed.
7. For more details see the HELP on line by clicking the right mouse button.
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9 MAINTENANCE
9.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
This instrument is a precision instrument. Whether in use or in storage, please do not
exceed the specifications to avoid any possible damage or danger during use. Do not
place this meter in high temperature and/or humidity or expose to direct sunlight. For long
term storing, remove the batteries to avoid leakage of battery fluid that can damage the
internal components.
9.2 BATTERY REPLACEMENT
An ALARM LED 3 seconds blinking means that the batteries are low. Stop the recording
and replace the batteries with a new set. The management software DATALINK allows the
operator to verify the batteries status. Run the program and choose Settings Æ"Check
Battery ".
The instrument could keep the data stored even without batteries. The set date and
time don’t get lost provided that the battery replacement takes less than 2 minute.
WARNING
Only experts and trained technicians should perform this operation. Remove
the flexible head from the conductor under test before replacing the
batteries.
1. Stop the recording (if necessary), remove the flexible heads from the conductors under
test and transfer the stored data to a PC.
2. Remove the covers on the bottom side of the instrument using a screwdriver in the
proper positions (1) and unscrew the 4 fixing screws (see Fig. 4).
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Fig. 4: Battery replacement
3. Open the box and unscrew the cover’s fixing screw of the battery housing.
4. Replace the batteries with a new set of the same type (1.5V-LR6-AA-AM3-MN1500).
Close the battery housing with the screw, reinsert the screws, screw them and reinsert
the plastic covers. Do not throw flat batteries in the environment after use.
9.3 CLEANING
To clean the instrument, use a soft dry cloth. Never use a wet cloth, solvents or water, etc.
9.4 END OF LIFE
CAUTION: this symbol indicates that equipment and its accessories shall be
subject to a separate collection and correct disposal.
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10 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
This product conforms to the prescriptions of the European directive on low voltage
73/23/EEC (LVD) and to EMC directive 2004/108/CE.
10.1 CHARACTERISTICS
CURRENT MEASUREMENT
Range current Resolution Accuracy
2 ÷2500A 1A ±(2% rdg +2 digit)
¾Additional error due to not centering: 2% reading
¾Crest Factor max: 3
¾Frequency (Hz): 50±6%, 60±6%
¾Conversion mode: TRMS
¾Bandwidth: 3200Hz
¾Sampling frequency: 64 samples each 20ms
¾Memory size: 1Mbyte
¾Sampling period: 1s, 6s, 30s, 1min, 5min
¾Serial port: RS232
10.1.1 Safety standards
•Comply with: IEC / EN 61010
•Insulation: Class 2, double reinforced insulation
•Pollution: Level 2
•Max height: 2000m
•Overvoltage category: CAT III 1000V∼to ground
CAT IV 600V∼to ground
10.1.2 General data
Mechanical characteristics
•Size: 120 (L) x 80 (W) x43 (D) mm
•Max diameter cable clamped: 174mm
•Head length: 600mm
•Weight (including battery): about 0.5kg
•Protection index: IP65 (RS232 connector Closed)
Power supply
•Battery type: 2 batteries 1.5V LR6-AA-AM3-MN1500
•Battery life: > 6 months (with charged batteries)
10.2 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
10.2.1 Climatic conditions
•Reference temperature: 23 ± 5°C
•Operating temperature: -20° ÷60°C
•Operating humidity: up to 100% RH (RS232 connector closed)
•Storage temperature: -20 ÷ 60 °C
•Storage humidity: up to 100% RH (RS232 connector closed)
10.2.2 EMC
This instrument was designed in accordance with EMC standards in force and its
compatibility has been tested in accordance IEC / EN61326.
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10.3 ACCESSORIES
Description Code
Adhesive Velcro 50 x 70 cm VELCRO
Carrying bag BORSA2000
Management software DATALINK
Serial cable C2004
Batteries GP15AU
User’s manual YAMUM0009HT0
11 SERVICE
11.1 WARRANTY CONDITIONS
This equipment is guaranteed against any material fault or manufacturer’s defect, in
accordance with the general conditions of sale. During the warranty period (one year),
faulty parts may be replaced, with the manufacturer reserving the right to decide either to
repair or replace the product.
In the event of returning the equipment to the after-sales service or to a regional branch,
the outward transport is to the charge of the customer. The returning must be agreed in
advance with the supplier or local distributor. A report indicating the reasons for returning
and defects detected must accompany the instrument.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage against persons or things.
The warranty doesn’t apply to the following cases:
•Accessories and batteries (not covered by warranty).
•Improper use of the equipment or combination of the instrument with incompatible
equipment.
•Damages caused by incorrect shipping procedures.
•Damages caused by repair/service trials of unauthorized people.
•Modifications to the equipment without explicit authorization of our Technical Dept.
•Adaptation to a particular application not provided for by the definition of the equipment
or by the instruction manual.
The contents of this manual may not be reproduced in any form whatsoever without our
agreement.
NOTE: Our products are patented. The logotypes are registered. We reserve
the right to modify characteristics and prices as part of technological
developments which might require them.
11.2 AFTER-SALE SERVICE
If the equipment doesn’t work properly, before contacting our Service Dept. please test the
battery condition and replace them whether necessary. If the problem persists check if
your operating procedure agrees with the one described in this manual.
In the event of returning the equipment to the after-sales service or to a regional branch,
the outward transport is to the charge of the customer. The returning must be agreed in
advance with the supplier or local distributor. A report indicating the reasons for returning
and defects detected must accompany the instrument. The manufacturer will not be
responsible for any damage against persons or things.
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