Clare Instruments Inc. Safe Check 5s User manual
Rental Industry Safety Tester
Safe Check 5s
Feb 2006 © 2006 Clare Instruments Inc.
Issue 2.0 Firmware Version : 1.2a
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Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability
Clare Instruments Inc, guarantees this product for a period of one year. The
period of warranty will be effective at the day of delivery.
In order to ensure the continued performance of this product Clare
recommends that this tester be serviced and calibrated on an annual basis,
by Clare Instruments Inc. or any of Clare’s authorised service center using
Clare’s approved parts and components.
Any unauthorised modifications, tampering or physical damage sustained
through negligent use or handling will void your warranty.
© Copyright 2005
All rights reserved. Nothing from this edition may be copied for reproduction,
or made public in any form or manner, either electronically, mechanically, by
photocopying, recording, or in any manner, without prior written consent
from Clare Instruments Inc. This also applies to accompanying drawings
and diagrams.
Due to a policy of continuous development Clare Instruments Inc. reserves
the right to alter the equipment specification and description outlined in this
publication without prior notice and no part of this publication shall be
deemed to be part of any contract for the equipment unless specifically
referred to as an inclusion within such contract.
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Table of Contents
BEFORE STARTING.......................................................2
SAFETY...........................................................................3
WARNING .......................................................................4
INTRODUCING THE TESTER.........................................5
Introduction................................................................................5
Standard Accessories................................................................5
Optional Accessories.................................................................5
SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................6
Input Rating ...............................................................................6
Ground Bond Test .....................................................................6
Short to Case Test.....................................................................6
Short to Line Test ......................................................................6
Leakage Test.............................................................................6
PURPOSE OF THE TESTS.............................................7
Ground Bond Test .....................................................................7
Short to Case Test.....................................................................7
Short to Line Test ......................................................................7
Leakage Test.............................................................................7
Extension Cord Test..................................................................7
DEFINITIONS ..................................................................8
SWITCHING ON THE TESTER.......................................8
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SUPPLY POWER OUTLET FAULTS..............................8
USING THE TESTER ......................................................9
Testing Metal Case (Class 1) Products.....................................9
Testing Double Insulated (Class 2) Products............................9
Testing Extension Cords .........................................................10
RUN/LEAKAGE Test – Self Test Facility ................................10
REPAIR AND CALIBRATION.......................................11
MAINTAINING THE TESTER........................................ 12
Cleaning the Tester.................................................................12
User Maintenance ...................................................................12
NOTES...........................................................................13
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
for the
Clare Safe Check 5s
Manufactured by:
Seaward Electronic Ltd., Bracken Hill, Peterlee
County Durham. SR8 2SW England
Millennium Statement
This product is Millennium compliant, and conforms fully to the document
BSI DISC PD2000-1.
Statement of Conformity
Based on test results using appropriate standards, the product is in
conformity with Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC and
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
Standards used:
EN 61010-1 (2001) Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use.
EN 61326: (1998) Class A. Electrical equipment for measurement, control
and laboratory use – EMC requirements.
The tests have been performed in a typical configuration.
This Conformity is indicated by the symbol ,
i.e. “Conformité Européenne
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Before Starting
Upon receipt of your Tester:
1. Check that all the component parts are present:
• Safe Check 5s Tester
• Instruction Manual
2. Read the operating instructions fully before conducting any
tests.
3. Contact Clare Instruments if you need information on
training in Electrical Safety Testing. Courses can be
arranged at Clare, or at the customer location.
4. Clare Instruments reserve the right to update the software in
any instruments returned to them for repair or otherwise,
without notifying the customer previously.
Clare Instruments Inc. can be contacted at:
Clare Instruments U.S. Inc,
6304 Benjamin Road, Suite 506, Tampa, Florida.
Telephone: 813 886 2775
Fax: 813 886 2754
Email: [email protected]
Internet: www.clareinstruments.com
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Safety
Note:
Please read the following Safety Instructions before use!
Safety Precautions
The manual contains specific warning and caution statements.
A Warning will identify the conditions and actions that pose hazard(s)
to the user.
A caution will identify the conditions and actions that may damage the
Tester.
Symbols used within this manual and on the Tester are shown below:
Risk of electric shock
Warning of potential
hazard
Conformité Européenne
Use of the instrument in a manner not specified may impair safety. Read
the following safety information carefully before attempting to operate the
instrument.
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Warning
Due to the potential hazards associated with any electrical
circuit it is important that the user is familiar with the
instructions covering the capabilities and operation of this
instrument. The user should ensure that all reasonable safety
precautions are followed and if any doubt exists should seek
advice before proceeding.
This product is designed for use by suitably trained competent
personnel and should be operated strictly in accordance with
the instructions supplied.
Failure to comply with these instructions may expose the user to electrical
hazard.
This Tester performs a number of electrical tests, which involve supply
voltages and high currents. Never touch the Product being tested, or the
test leads, whilst a test is in progress. Never remove the cover and touch
any internal components whilst the tester is switched ON.
Always check all test leads for signs of damage prior to use. Never use
damaged or defective leads, to perform any test.
Always ensure the power outlet to the Tester provides an adequate Ground
connection.
This manual contains information and warnings, which must be adhered to,
to ensure operator safety during operation. It is essential that this manual
be read fully before proceeding to test.
Should the Tester behave abnormally do not continue with the testing.
Disconnect immediately and contact Clare Instruments for servicing (see
Chapter 5 - Maintaining the Tester).
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