Seaward Supernova User Manual

Seaward Supernova Portable Appliance Tester Instruction Manual September 1999 © 1999 Seaward Electronic Ltd. Issue 6

Testcode Tables 90 Digit 4 Touch Leakage Test Duration 1 2s 2 5s 3 10s 4 30s 5 60s 6 120s 7 180s 8 Unlimited Digit 5 Number of Earth Bond Tests

Testcode Tables 91 Digit 6 Number of Insulation Tests 0 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 10 7 15 8 20 9 25 A 30 B Unlimited Digit 7 Number of Substitute L

Testcode Tables 92 Digit 8 Number of Flash Tests 0 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 10 7 15 8 20 9 25 A 30 B Unlimited Digit 9 Number of Load/Leakage Test

Testcode Tables 93 Digit 10 Number of Touch Leakage Tests 0 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 10 7 15 8 20 9 25 A 30

Testcode Tables 94

Declaration of Conformity 1 Declaration of Conformity for the Seaward Supernova Portable Appliance Tester Manufactured by: Seaward Electronic Ltd,

Before Starting 2 Before Starting Upon receipt of your Supernova Tester:- 1. Check that all the component parts are present:- • Seaward Supernova

Safety 3 Safety Note Please read the following Safety Instructions before use ! Safety Precautions The manual contains specific warning and caution

Safety 4 Warning Due to the potential hazards associated with any electrical circuit it is important that the user is familiar with the instructio

Introduction 5 Chapter 1 Introducing the Tester Introduction The Seaward Supernova Portable Appliance Tester is a powerful tool to assist in the

Your Portable Appliance Tester 6 Your Portable Appliance Tester Item Number Part 1 Supernova Appliance Tester 2 Earth Bond Lead 3 115V Adapter

7 The Top Panel Item Number Part 1 110V/115V socket 2 230V socket 3 Class 2 Flash Probe connector 4 Remote Probe sense socket 5 Earth Bond l

The Keyboard 8 The Keyboard Item Number Part 1 Graphic LCD 2 ‘QWERTY’ keyboard 3 Cursor Keys 4 Go (Green) and Abort (red) keys 5 ‘Fast’ Keys 6

Definitions 9 entry. Simply use the cursor keys to highlight the required character and press the Green button button. You can also use numeric keys

Quick Reference 10 On delivery of the Supernova it is necessary to ensure that the correct time and a date are stored. Once stored the time/date is

Quick Reference 11 SETUP MENU. The unit will then display the message STORING SYSTEM DATA. This will only be done if changes have been made, if no

Quick Reference 12 To comply with forth coming test standards the Flash output current has been limited. The actual current displayed with differ fr

Connecting the tester 13 Chapter 2 Connecting the Tester Connecting the tester The Tester may be powered by either a 230V or a 110V supply and wil

Introduction 14 Chapter 3 Using the Tester Introduction Once the start-up procedure of the Tester has been completed, the following screen will a

Fast Key Menus 15 There are also the five Fast keys under the LCD whose action will change depending on the function of the Tester at any particular

How to perform Automatic Tests 16 How to perform Automatic Tests To perform automatic tests, use the cursor keys to highlight the New Test option on

How to perform Automatic Tests 17 Use the cursor keys to highlight a location name and press green button to select the desired option. Note Defaul

How to perform Automatic Tests 18 Default Sequence When you first enter this menu all of the previous values are displayed and one of the field des

How to perform Automatic Tests 19 Sequence, a list of options for that field will be displayed:- Use the cursor left and right keys to highlight the

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How to perform Automatic Tests 20 Use the cursor keys to highlight the PERFORM TEST option and press Green button to commence the test sequence. Pr

How to perform Automatic Tests 21 Note Help screens may be displayed depending on the User Level set. It is possible to stop these appearing by alte

How to perform Automatic Tests 22 Add Comments When you have completed a test you can enter comments which will be referenced to the Appliance numb

How to perform Automatic Tests 23 Review Test Results Display the results from the test in tabular form:- APPLIANCE : A1212654673891 SITE USER : K

How to perform Automatic Tests 24 Press the Red Button to return to the previous menu. Main Menu Return to the Main Menu. Abort Actions During

How to use the Meter Display 25 How to use the Meter Display The following screen is displayed prior to tests commencing in both Manual Mode and Aut

How to use the Meter Display 26 Test Icon Indicates the test selected. Visual Earth Bond Insulation Substitute Leakage Flash

How to use the Meter Display 27 Test in Progress Icon Indicates test in progress with voltage warning. Low Voltage High Voltage Applying P

How to view Test Results 28 How to view Test Results To view test results stored in memory, use the cursor keys to highlight the View Test Results o

How to view Test Results 29 Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name and press Green button to select the desired option. Select ‘*’ if you w

ii Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability SEAWARD Electronic Limited guarantees this product for a period of 1 year. The period of warranty w

How to view Test Results 30 Test Status When Test Status is highlighted use the Green button to select the option required, everytime you press the

How to view Test Results 31 to abort them. Search After all the search parameters have been set, highlight START SEARCH & press the GREEN BUTTO

How to perform Manual Tests 32 Appliance Test Results It is possible to view the results obtained for a certain appliance by highlighting the applia

How to perform Manual Tests 33 The manual tests and other options available are shown in the table below:- Press the appropriate key to select a te

How to perform Manual Tests 34 Create Appliance Number This allows all manual tests performed to be stored against the appliance number until the a

How to perform Manual Tests 35 highlight LOCATION and press Enter to change the Site Name Use the cursor keys to highlight a Location name and pre

How to perform Manual Tests 36 When the connection icon is flashing you cannot change any settings. note You cannot change the settings for a test

How to download Data 37 How to download Data To download results stored in memory, use the cursor keys to highlight the Download Data option from th

How to download Data 38 that appliance numbers representing more than 12 digits cannot be printed and a numbered label will print instead. Testcode

How to download Data 39 Site Name Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name and press Enter to select the desired option. Select ‘*’ if you wi

iii Table of Contents Declaration of Conformity... 1 Before Starting ...

How to download Data 40 User Name Use the cursor keys to highlight a User name and press Enter to select the desired option. Select ‘All’ if you

How to download Data 41 Storage Status When Storage Status is highlighted use the Green button to select the option required, everytime you press th

How to download Data 42 Search After all the search parameters have been set, connect the appropriate printer or device. Highlight START SEARCH &am

How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes 43 How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes The Supernova is capable of printing barcode labels in conjun

How to use Setup 44 How to use Setup To set up the Tester, use the cursor keys to highlight the Setup option on the Main Menu and press Enter to d

45 Test Settings Editor The Test Settings Editor allows the test sequence for the selected test to be examined and changed if required:-. Use the

46 -------------------INSULATION----------------- O/P LIMIT DUR REP 250V 0.5MΩ 2s 0 500V 1.0MΩ 5s 1 2.0MΩ 10s 2 7.0MΩ 30s 4 SKIP 5

47 Print Testcodes The testcodes can be printed (using a compatible printer - see Chapter 6). Use the Green button to start the print. The followin

48 Use the cursor keys to highlight a User name and press Enter to select the desired option:- Note If you change the name of the user during tes

49 Enter to select the desired option. Automatic Mode The Tester will start up in Automatic Mode, with the Tester displaying the Main Menu. Manual

iv Appliance Number... 1 Site Name ...

50 Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name and press Enter to select the desired option. --EDIT SITE NAME-- OFFICE Note If you change the na

51 Change Time/Date This option allows the user to change the Date and Time. Use the left and right cursor keys to highlight the digit to be chan

52 Sub Leakage This option allows you to set the Sub Leakage value indicated 10%, 6% or 0% high, depending upon national legislation or best pract

How to use the Memory 53 User List This allows the user to password protect the User List. An existing password must be setup before the option can

How to use the Memory 54 --------MEMORY OPTIONS-------- VIEW MEMORY USED PERFORM MEMORY TEST DELETE SINGLE APPLIANCE CLEAR RESULTS MEMORY CLEAR TEST

How to use the Memory 55 AVAILABLE MEMORY MEMORY CAPACITY REMAINING 50% Perform Memory Test Once the perform memory test option is high

How to upload test details to your Supernova 56 to return to the previous menu or press the Yes fast key to perform the delete operation and return

How to change the User 57 Clear Upload Memory This option will delete all of the appliance codes that have been uploaded from an external computer a

How to use Help 58 How to use Help The Tester is provided with an on-line help function which can be called up at during the test screens by pressin

How to use Help 59 Note: This topic will cover one or two pages depending on the connection options available (Insulation and Flash can be Class 1 o

v Edit User List / Options ... 1 Edit Site List ...

Power -On Self tests: 60 Chapter 4 Tips & Troubleshooting Power -On Self tests: When the tester is powered on, a number of messages can possib

Sequence Warning Faults 61 The Supernova is faulty and should be returned to Seaward for Repair Sequence Warning Faults If you enter a testcode whic

Temperature monitoring 62 --------------------WARNING-------------------- FUSE MAY BE OPEN CIRCUIT OR PRESS THE ENTER BUTTON IF SAFE PRESS THE RED B

Barcodes 63 lead current. Measurements are thus assured without special precautions. Barcodes Barcode Scanner Specification The Supernova Tester ca

Downloading to Computer Software 64 Downloading to Computer Software The Europa can be setup to be backward compatible with various software package

Downloading to Computer Software 65 When downloading use the Download Wizard and select PAT 2000iee as the tester to download. Please note that when

Downloading to Computer Software 66 Serial Port The serial port uses a standard 9-way D-type connector Pin Description 1. N.C. 2. RX 3. TX 4. DTR 5

Downloading to Computer Software 67 Quick Reference Editing the date in all modes On delivery of the Supernova it is necessary to ensure that the co

Downloading to Computer Software 68 Storing Appliance Test Results in Manual mode The Appliance Test Results will not be stored until a Manual Appli

Downloading to Computer Software 69 Comparing Flash test results with other testers To comply with forth coming test standards the Flash output cur

vi CHAPTER 5 MAINTAINING THE TESTER... 1 Cleaning the Tester ... 1

Cleaning the Tester 70 Chapter 5 Maintaining the Tester Cleaning the Tester The Tester case can be cleaned with a damp cloth, with if necessary,

User Maintenance 71 Seaward Electronic Limited. Bracken Hill South West Industrial Estate Peterlee Co. Durham SR8 2SW Tel : +44 (

Standard Accessories 72 Chapter 6 Accessories Standard Accessories Accessory Part Number Earth Bond Test Lead 249A908 Flash Probe 44B101 115V Ad

Earth Bond Test 73 Chapter 7 Specifications Earth Bond Test Test Voltage * ...6V nominal (no l

Insulation Test 74 Insulation Test Test Voltage * ... 500V d.c. or 250V d.c. nominal (0.5MΩ load) Short Circuit Current...

Leakage 75 Leakage Range...0.1mA - 10.0mA Resolution...

Mechanical 76 Mechanical Size... 450mm x 410mm x 155mm Weight...

Earth Bond Test 77 Appendix A Purpose of Tests Earth Bond Test This test is to ensure that the connection between the earth pin in the mains plug

Substitute Leakage Test 78 supply plug. The Tester displays the resistance measured and allows the user to confirm sufficient insulation exists. For

IEC Lead Test 79 voltages are likely. This test can be omitted when testing equipment with component whose voltage withstand rating is insufficient

vii Touch Leakage Test... 1 Operation Test...

Leakage Test 80 • Touch Leakage Test • Operation Test The Tester performs an initial low voltage test to establish that the appliance can be safel

Touch Leakage Test 81 appliance, and is generally equivalent to the current flow through the earth lead of the appliance, and displays the result in

Operation Test 82

Operation Test 83 Appendix B Reference Information Factory-set Test Sequences Name Earth Bond Insulation Leakage Touch Leakage Flash 230V Househ

84 110V Lead 6 M 0.2Ω 0.5 SKIP SKIP SKIP 110V Lead 12 M 0.3Ω 0.5 SKIP SKIP SKIP 110V Household 1 0.1Ω 0.5 0.5 0.5 SKIP 110V Luminaires 1 0

Testcode Tables 85 Testcode Tables The test sequence code is split into two 10-digit testcodes, this Appendix describes how the two testcodes are br

Testcode Tables 86 Digit 3 Earth Bond Multiplier Current 1 x1 4A 2 x10 4A 3 x100 4A 4 x1000 4A 5 x1 10A 6 x10 10A 7 x100 10A 8 x1000 10A A

Testcode Tables 87 Digit 4 Insulation Voltage 0 Skip 1 0.5MΩ 250V d.c. 2 1.0MΩ 250V d.c. 3 2.0MΩ 250V d.c. 4 4.0MΩ 250V d.c. 5 7.0MΩ 250V d.c.

Testcode Tables 88 Digit 6 Flash 0 Skip 1 1mA 2 1.5mA 3 2.00mA 4 2.25mA Digit 7 Leakage 0 Skip 1 0.25mA 2 0.50mA 3 0.75mA 4 1.50mA 5 2.25mA 6 2.

Testcode Tables 89 Digit 10 Insulation Test Duration 1 2s 2 5s 3 10s 4 30s Second Testcode Digit 1 Sub-Leakage Test Duration Q 2s R 5s S 10s T 3