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Limited Warranty & Limit
SEAWARD Electronic Limi
1 year. The period of warra
© Copyright 1999
All rights reserved. Nothing
made public in any form or
mechanically, by photocop
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applies to accompanying d
Due to a policy of continuo
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Table of Contents
Declaration of Conformity.......................................................... 1 Before Starting ..........................................................................1 Safety ........................................................................................ 1
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING THE TESTER ................. 1 Introduction................................................................................1 Your Portable Appliance Tester ................................................1
The Top Panel.................................................................1 The Keyboard............................................................................1 Definitions..................................................................................1 Quick Reference........................................................................1
CHAPTER 2 CONNECTING THE TESTER .................. 1 Connecting the tester ................................................................1
CHAPTER 3 USING THE TESTER............................... 1
Introduction................................................................................1 Fast Key Menus ........................................................................1
How to.... .........................................................................1 How to perform Automatic Tests...............................................1
Test Settings ...................................................................1 Default Sequence............................................................1 Use Testcodes ................................................................1 Add Comments ...............................................................1 Options after Test............................................................1 Abort Actions................................................................... 1
How to use the Meter Display ...................................................1 How to view Test Results..........................................................1
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Edit User List / Options ...................................................1 Edit Site List ....................................................................1 Edit Location List............................................................. 1 Change Time/Date..........................................................1 Set Language..................................................................1 System Configuration...................................................... 1 Change Password...........................................................1 Set Brightness.................................................................1 Factory Settings ..............................................................1
How to use the Memory ............................................................1 View Memory Used.........................................................1 Perform Memory Test .....................................................1 Delete Single Appliance.................................................. 1
How to upload test details to your Supernova ..........................1 Clear Results Memory ....................................................1 Clear Upload Memory.....................................................1
How to change the User............................................................1 How to use Help ........................................................................1
Help Provided to the User...............................................1 The effect of User Levels during Test Sequences.......... 1
CHAPTER 4 TIPS & TROUBLESHOOTING................. 1 Power -On Self tests: ................................................................1 Sequence Warning Faults.........................................................1 Safety Tests during operation ...................................................1 Temperature monitoring............................................................ 1 Multiple Earth connections: .......................................................1 Barcodes ................................................................................... 1 Interfacing..................................................................................1 Downloading to Computer Software .........................................1
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CHAPTER 5 MAINTA
Cleaning the Tester.
User Maintenance ...
CHAPTER 6 ACCES
Standard Accessorie
Optional Accessories
CHAPTER 7 SPECIF
Earth Bond Test ......
Earth Screen Test ...
Insulation Test .........
Substitute Leakage T
Flash Test................
Leakage...................
Touch Leakage........
Power Tests ............
IEC Lead Test .........
Mechanical ..............
Environmental .........
APPENDIX A PURPO
Earth Bond Test ......
Earth Screen Test ...
Insulation Test .........
Substitute Leakage T
Flash Test................
IEC Lead Test .........
Powered Tests ........
Leakage Test...........
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Touch Leakage Test..................................................................1 Operation Test...........................................................................1
APPENDIX B REFERENCE.......................................... 1 INFORMATION FACTORY-SET TEST SEQUENCES... 1
Testcode Tables........................................................................1
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Declaration of Conformity
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Declaration of Conformity
for the
Seaward Supernova Portable Appliance Tester
Manufactured by:
Seaward Electronic Ltd, Bracken Hill, South West Industrial Estate
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 (1993) Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use
EN 50081-1 (1992) Electromagnetic Compatibility. Generic Emission
Standard: EN55022 Class B
EN 50082-1 (1992) Electromagnetic Compatibility. Generic Immunity
Standard: IEC1000-4-2, -4-3, -4-4, -4-5
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 Super
1. Check that all the
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Safety
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Safety
Note
Please read the following Safety Instructions before use !
Safety Precautions The manual contains specific warning and caution statements where
they apply.
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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Due to the potential h
electrical circuit it is i
with the instructions
operation of this instrthat all reasonable sa
any doubt exists shou
This product is desig
competent personnel
accordance with the i
Failure to comply with the
electrical hazard
This Tester performs a nu
voltages and high currents
or the test leads, whilst a te
Always check all test leads
use damaged or defective l
Always ensure the mains s
earth.
This manual contains inf
heeded to ensure user sa
this manual is read fully be
Should the Tester behav
testing. Disconnect immed
servicing (see Chapter 5 - M
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Introduction
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Chapter 1 Introducing the Tester
Introduction
The Seaward Supernova Portable Appliance Tester is a powerful
tool to assist in the analysis of the safety of portable electrical andelectronic equipment. A range of tests are provided, with innovative
features to aid difficult test situations, which allow testing of a wide
variety of equipment.
The Tester is designed to be easy to use, and also includes the
following innovative features:-
• Multi-voltage tester
• Stores up to 2400 results including appliances, location, site, date
and time in non-volatile flash memory
• Accurate earth bond and leakage measurement even when
multiple earth paths exist
• Qwerty keyboard with fast keys.
• Full graphics display, Real-time clock
• Connects to PC, Barcode reader and printer
• Compatible with Seaward’s PATs Plus and other leading software
packages (including Seaward’s PATSwin software package)
• Software adjusts the user interface to differing levels of expertise
• Auto testcode generation
• Fast Start-up
• Superfast download up to 10 times quicker than existing testers
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Your Portable App
Item Number Part
1 Supernov
2 Earth Bon
3 115V Ada
4 Flash Pro
5 Manual
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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 lead connector
6 IEC Lead connector
7 Fuses
8 Indicators for selected sockets and mains on.
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The Keyboard
Item Number Part
1 Graphic L
2 ‘QWERTY
3 Cursor Ke
4 Go (Gree
5 ‘Fast’ Key
6 Serial Por
7 Parallel P
The user is provided with
Crystal Display (LCD). Th
keyboard, together with spkeyboard are five function
options displayed on the Di
There are four cursor keys
To the bottom of the keybo
perform execute and cance
The Supernova also has t
which can be displayed b
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Definitions
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entry. Simply use the cursor keys to highlight the required character
and press the Green button button. You can also use numeric keys 1-
9 to move you to extreme points of the symbol matrix.
The Shift can also be used when editing text
Shift and * Result
Left key Go to start of line
Right key Go to end of line
Up key Go to start of text
Down key Go to end of text
Delete key Delete character under cursor
* and any alpha key = lower case characters
Definitions
Equipment Under Test The electrical / electronic apparatus
(EUT) which is the subject of testing.
Powered Tests - The EUT is supplied with mains voltage,
with measurements being taken of power
consumption, leakage currents etc.
Fastkeys - The keys with symbols to the left of the
keyboard. These are used to select menu
options displayed on the screen.
Tester - The Seaward Supernova Portable Appliance
Tester
Un-powered Tests - The EUT is the subject of electrical tests
using stimuli generated within the Tester.
The EUT is not provided with mains power.
User - The test technician using the Tester to
perform tests on an EUT
Quick Reference
Editing the date in all modes
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On delivery of the Super
correct time and a date a
retained in memory and do
the date: from the MAIN
TIME/DATE, use the curso
To store the changed time
The unit will then display th
Entering a User Name
On delivery of Supernova
name(s) is stored. To edit
SETUP, select EDIT USE
and select a name, a scre
press Green button, use t
and press GREEN BUTTO
Storing Appliance Test R
The Appliance Test Resu
COMMENTS MENU, upon
messages STORING RES
now been stored.
Storing Appliance Test R
The Appliance Test Res
Appliance Sequence has b
this will prompt you for an
GREEN BUTTON twice.
this will prompt you
COMMENTS/RESULTS an
then display the message
Your results have now bee
Storing System Data
System Data consists of ev
MENU. To store the Syste
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Quick Reference
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SETUP MENU. The unit will then display the message STORING
SYSTEM DATA. This will only be done if changes have been made, if
no changes have been made then the system data will not be
updated.
Waiting for a Yes/No response
When you are prompted to respond with YES or NO you must use
the fastkeys under the display.
Using Symbols in Text Fields
Although there is an option to use non-ascii symbols as Appliance
numbers, Site & Location descriptions, User names and comments
does not guarntee that your computer software will support them. If
you are unsure avoid using symbols.
10 Digit Restriction
When you first receive your Supernova the Appliance and Commentswill be set to ‘10 Digit Restriction’. If you are using compatible
software then this option can be set to ‘Full Length’. When set to ‘Full
Length’ the maximum Appliance length is extended to 15 characters
while the maximum line for the comments is extended to 20
characters per line.
Comparing Flash test results with other testers
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To comply with forth comin
has been limited. The actua
previous testers as illustrat
Load
3M ohms 1.5M ohms
750K ohms
500K ohms
300K ohms
The Flash pass/fail limits ha
1,5mA and 2mA respective
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Chapter 3 Us
Introduction
Once the start-up procedu
following screen will appea
USER
Thursday 4 Ma
Navigation through the men
Ke F← C↑ C
→ C
↓‘ C‘Red’ Button N
‘Green’ Button Y
Return E
-------MAINNEW
VIEW TESDOWNLOA
SEMEMORY
CHANGREMOTACCES
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Fast Key Menus
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There are also the five Fast keys under the LCD whose action will
change depending on the function of the Tester at any particular
point.
To select an option from the Main Menu, use the cursor keys. The
selected option will be highlighted by a light-coloured bar. The
highlighted selection is actioned by pressing the Green button.
Fast Key Menus
To facilitate a fast access to commonly used options on the menus,
use the ‘fast’ keys on the keyboard.
How to....
The remainder of this chapter has been sub-divided into sectionsdescribes the Tester in terms of the essential functions to beperformed. A summary is shown below:-
• How to perform Automatic tests• How to use the Meter display
• How to view test results
• How to perform Manual tests
• How to download test results
• How to use Setup
• How to use the memory
• How to change the user
• How to use Help
• How to use a Barcode Scanner
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How to perform Au
To perform automatic tests
Test option on the Main M
following menus:-
Use the keyboard or a c
Appliance Number.
See Chapter 4 for tips o
If you need to change the c
SITE and press Green butt
Use the cursor keys to hig
to select the desired option
If you need to change the
highlight LOCATION and p
----ENTER A
APPLIAN
S
LOCATI
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Use the cursor keys to highlight a location name and press green
button to select the desired option.
Note
Default settings for Sites and Test Sequences are pre-loaded
into the Tester. See ‘How to use Setup’ to change these
settings.
Test Settings
The user has the ability to:-
- Set a specific test sequence by selecting DEFAULT SEQUENCE
- Allow testcodes to determine the test to be carried out
- Use preprogrammed sequences for specific EUTS, e.g ITEquipment.
Selecting either of the first two options allows settings to be altered.
Selecting any of the remaining options allows the user to commence
immediately with that test.
Press the keyboard shortcut or use the cursor keys to highlight a Test
Sequence and press Green button to select the desired option.
---LOCATION LIST-- WORKSHOPCAD ROOMKITCHEN
--SELECT TEST SETTING--DEFAULT SEQUENCEUSE TESTCODES
A. IT EQUPIMENT 1B. IT EQUIPMENT 2C. DOMESTIC 1
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Default Sequence
When you first enter this m
displayed and one of the fie
Use the cursor keys to h
Green button to select the
Test Parameter Fields
By selecting one of the
---------------DEFAUL-
SOCKET VISUAL
EARTH BOND INSULATION SUB LEAKAGE FLASH LEAKAGE TOUCH LEAKAGE POLARITY
-------------------------
OUTPUT L230V S115V 0.2
0.5
0.1.2.22.53.03.9.
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Sequence, a list of options for that field will be displayed:-
Use the cursor left and right keys to highlight the description, then
use the cursor up and down keys to highlight the required setting.
Use the cursor left and right keys to change the highlighted field.
Use the Green button key to save the settings and return to the
Default Sequence Editor. Repeat this process for each field as
appropriate.
Press the red button to abort changes made to the settings andreturn to the Default Sequence Editor.
To start the test sequence select PERFORM TEST.
Use Testcodes
This option bypasses the need to edit a specific test sequence,allowing direct entry of a Testcode through the keyboard or a barcode
scanner.
Use the cursor keys to highlight the Testcode to be changed. Press
Green button to select that digit. Use the keyboard to change the
value of the digit. Press Green button to confirm the change. Press
the Red button to abort changes to the selected Testcode.
Use a barcode scanner to enter a Testcode
---------------ENTER TESTCODES-------------------------OUTPUT LIMIT DUR NUM
SOCKET 230VVISUAL YES 1
EARTH BOND 4A 0.10Ω 5 1
INSULATION 500V 0.50MΩ 5 1SUB LEAKAGE SKIPFLASH SKIPLEAKAGE SKIPTOUCH LEAKAGE SKIPPOLARITY SKIP
TESTCODE 1: I2F8008032TESTCODE 2: R222111111
PERFORM TEST
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Use the cursor keys to h
press Green button to com
Press the Red button to ret
If you enter the wro
Supernova will identify
using codes from prethese in either field. T
translate
Perform Test
Use the cursor keys to hig
Green button to perform th
to the previous menu.
The screen will change to
How to use the Meter Displ
If a visual test is included a
screen will be displayed:-
Use the Pass and Fail fas
screens will be displayed fo
After the visual tests, the
actual electrical test of the
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Note
Help screens may be displayed depending on the User Level
set. It is possible to stop these appearing by altering the User
Level. See EDIT USER LIST OPTIONS. Help can be
displayed during any test by pressing the appropriately
marked fast key.
If an Insulation test has been selected, then once the test hascommenced, a screen similar to the following will be displayed:-
If an external connection e.g. a probe is required, the display will flash
the connection icon. The user needs to connect the probe. The test
can then proceed when the GREEN BUTTON button is pressed. At
the end of each test in the test sequence, the display will indicate the
result.
All test results are automatically stored.
If any test in the test sequence fails, then the test sequence is
aborted and an fail message will be displayed. A Failure Menu may
be shown if the option is selected (see Test Options.)
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Add Comments
When you have completed
be referenced to the Applia
Use the keyboard to enter
button for a new line. To sto
Your results and comments
Options after Test
an Automatic sequence ha
Use the cursor keys to higbutton to select the desired
New Test
Perform a new test.
---------ENTER
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REVIEWDOWNLO
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Review Test Results
Display the results from the test in tabular form:-
APPLIANCE : A1212654673891SITEUSER
: KITCHEN: BOB
TESTCODE1 : 1027353823TESTCODE 2 : 312169743A
TEST OUTPUT LIMIT RESULT STATUSEARTH BOND 25A 0.1ohms 0.99 PASSEARTH BOND 25A 0.1ohms 0.98 PASSINSULATION 500V 2Mohms 20.67 PASSSUB LEAKAGE 7.5mA <0.25 PASSLOAD 2.00kVa
A fast key may illuminate to ‘view comments’.
Use the Red button to return to the previous menu.
Print Pass/Fail Label
A pass or fail label can be printed using a compatible printer - seeChapter 6. Use the Green button to start the print. The followingmessage will be displayed:-
PRINTING PASS/FAIL LABELSPRESS THE RED BUTTON TO
ABORT
On completion, the Search menu is displayed.
If there are problems downloading e.g. due to interfacing problems,then after a delay, the following error message appears:-
----------WARNING----------- DOWNLOAD FAILED
CHECK CONNECTIONSAND TRY AGAIN
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Press the Red Button to ret
Main Menu
Return to the Main Menu.
Abort Actions
immediately stops the tes
menu:-
Use the cursor keys to hig
Green button to select the
Restart Test
Restart the current test.
Restart Appliance
Restart the first test in the t
Abort Test
Abort the test without storin
Abort Appliance
Abort the test sequence an
-------ABRE
RESTA
ABO
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How to use the Meter Display
The following screen is displayed prior to tests commencing in both
Manual Mode and Automatic Mode:-
Ref.
Number
Function
1 Test Icon
2 Connection Icon3 Test in Progress Icon
4 Test Duration Counter
5 Primary Display
6 Secondary Display
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Test Icon
Indicates the test selected.
Visual
Insulation
Flash
Touch Leak
Connection Icon
Indicates connection requir
Ea
Pro
No
IEC
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Test in Progress Icon
Indicates test in progress with voltage warning.
Low Voltage
High Voltage
Applying Power
Test Duration Counter
Indicates duration of test. This will count down, when the counter reaches zero if the Supernova is still taking a measurement the
counter will flash.
Primary Display
Indicates test result or pass/fail limit.
Secondary Display
Indicates test output e.g. voltage or current.
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How to view Test R
To view test results stor
highlight the View Test Re
Green button to display the
Use the cursor keys to hig
press Green button to sele
Appliance Number
Enter an Appliance numb
Appliance number field is
inserted, indicating to searc
Site Name
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APSIT
LO
TESTSTORAGE
DA
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Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name and press Green button
to select the desired option. Select ‘*’ if you wish your search to
include all of the sites. Select ‘Other’ to search for a Site not in the
list (this can happen if a Site Name has been modified during testing).
If you select ‘other’ you are prompted to enter a site name
Location Name
Use the cursor keys to highlight a Location name and press Green
button to select the desired option. Select ‘*’ if you wish your search
to include all of the names. Select ‘Other’ to search for a Location not
in the list (this can happen if a Location name has been modified
during testing). If you select ‘other’ you are prompted to enter a
Location name
User Name
Use the cursor keys to highlight a User name and press Green button
to select the desired option. Select ‘All’ if you wish your search to
include all of the names. Select ‘Other’ to search for a User not in the
list (this can happen if a User name has been modified during
testing). If you select ‘other’ you are prompted to enter a user name.
---LOCATION LIST--*OTHER...CAD ROOMKITCHENROOM 123
------USER LIST------*OTHER...ANTHONYJOHN
MALCOLM
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Test Status
When Test Status is highli
option required, everytime
option will be displayed.
indicates both.
Storage Status
When Storage Status is hig
option required, evertime y
will be displayed. This ca
indicates both.
Date From
This option allows the user
date. Use the cursor keys
the (up or down) cursor ke
directly using the keypad. S
to abort them.
Date To
This option allows the us
selected date. Use the
changed. Use the cursor k
directly using the keypad. S
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01/0
----------------D
01/01
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Appliance Test Resul
It is possible to view the res
highlighting the appliance n
APPLIANCE : ASITEUSER
: K: B
TESTCODE1 : TESTCODE 2 : 3
TEST O
EARTH BOND 25EARTH BOND 25INSULATION 50SUB LEAKAGE LOAD
A fast key may illuminate to
Use the Red button to retur
How to perform M
Manual mode provides the
this mode individual tests c
numbers, sites, users a
appliances if required, thou
Entering Manual Mod
Use the fast key to select M
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How to perform Manual Tests
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The manual tests and other options available are shown in the table
below:-
Press the appropriate key to select a test or option.
note
To store tests in memory from Manual mode you must first
select Create Appliance No., perform the tests required fromthe EUT. When you have completed the required tests select
Enter Comments/Save Results, upon leaving this option the
Supernova will now store the results. Note that the Enter
Comments option is not displayed until there is something to
store. Tests carried out without appliance details being
entered will not be stored
----------MANUAL TEST SELECTION--------------A..CREATE APPLIANCE NO.S..CHANGE 230V/115V OP SOCKET1..VISUAL CHECK
2..EARTH BOND TEST3..INSULATION TEST4..SUB LEAKAGE TEST5..LEAKAGE TEST6..FLASHTEST7..TOUCH LEKAGE TEST8..POLARITY TESTC.ENTER COMMENTS & STORE RESULTS
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Create Appliance Num
This allows all manual te
appliance number until the
Use the keyboard or a c
Appliance Number.
See Chapter 4 for tips o
If you need to change the c
SITE and press Enter to ch
Use the cursor keys to h
select the desired option.
If you need to change the
----ENTER A
APPLIAN
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LOCATI
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highlight LOCATION and press Enter to change the Site Name
Use the cursor keys to highlight a Location name and press Enter to
select the desired option.
Note
Default settings for Sites and Test Sequences are pre-loaded
into the Tester. See ‘How to use Setup’ to change thesesettings.
Change Output Socket
Press the S key to toggle between 230V and 115V output sockets.
The LED indicators on the Top Panel indicate which socket is active.
You may need to use the adaptor when changing voltages
Use the keyboard to enter comments into the box (4 lines of 20
characters). Press Enter for a new line. To store the comments press
the OK fastkey. Use the Red button if you do not want to store thecomments.
Select Manual Test
Use the appropriate number key from the table to select a specific
test or use the cursor to highlight the desired option.
Performing a Manual Test
After selecting the appropriate test the tester displays a screen from
which you can set test paramteres.
The user can change an individual setting when the icon is shown
inverted. Use the left and right cursor keys to highlight a field on the
display. Then use the up & down cursor keys to change the variable
in the selected field.
When an icon is shown inverted use the left and right cursor keys to
highlight a field on the display. Then use the up and down cursor
keys to change the variable in the selected field.
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When the connection ico
settings.
You cannot change the
performed that test from
example after selecting
change the Earth Bond
all sebsequent Earth Bsettings.
Press the Green button to s
Press the Red button to ab
In manual mode you w
simply stop the test and
aborted test will not be
If an Appliance Number hstored under the entered n
Enter Comments / Save Re
Enter Comments/Save
When you have completed
be referenced to the Applia
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How to download Data
To download results stored in memory, use the cursor keys to
highlight the Download Data option from the Main Menu and press
Enter to display the following menu:-
-----------------DOWNLOAD OPTIONS---------------------
DESTINATION : GENERIC PRINTER
OUTPUT CONNECTION : RS232BAUD RATE : 9600
DOWNLOAD FORMAT : CERTIFICATEOPTION : ONE PER PAGE
OK
Use the cursor keys to highlight the required parameters. Use
repeated presses of the green button to show the desired options for
destination, output connection and baud rate.
Download Format This field shows the format choices available depending upon the
destination selected.
For downloading to a PC the user has the option of sending data in a
PATS+ format, compatible with Seaward PATS+ software, SSS
format - Seaward super system, compatible with Seawards PATS
Win software, certificate - downloads results in non-ASCII certificate
format.
In PATS+ format the user has the option to download by site (send
site) or to download by user (send user). This will be truncated to 10
characters.
For downloading to a generic A4 printer the user has the option of
sending data as a certificate, or a list, or as pass/fail labels. In the
certificate format the user has the option to produce one certificate
per page or to produce continuous printouts.
For downloading to a roll printer, including ‘till roll’ and thermal
printers the user has the option of sending data as a continuous list
or as pass/fail labels. When using a compatible thermal roll printer
the pass/fail labels will produce appliance number and in a number
and barcode format. However, the restrictions of paper width means
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that appliance numbers rep
printed and a numbered lab
and upto 15 digits can be a
two lines.
Use repeated presses of th
for download format. If app
Use repeated presses of th
When the download optionand press the green button
Use the cursor keys to hig
press Enter to select the d
Appliance Number
Enter an Appliance numb
Appliance number field is
inserted, indicating to searc
---------SEARAPSIT
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TESTSTORAGE
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Site Name
Use the cursor keys to highlight a Site name and press Enter to
select the desired option. Select ‘*’ if you wish your search to include
all of the sites. Select ‘Other’ to search for a Site not in the list (this
can happen if a Site Name has been modified during testing). If you
select ‘other’ you are prompted to enter a site name
Location Name
Use the cursor keys to highlight a Location name and press Enter to
select the desired option. Select ‘*’ if you wish your search to include
all of the names. Select ‘Other’ to search for a Location not in the list
(this can happen if a Location name has been modified during
testing)..’ If you select ‘other’ you are prompted to enter a location
name
-------SITE LIST-------*OTHER...SEAWARDBSX LTDHSH OFFICES
---LOCATION LIST--*OTHER...CAD ROOMKITCHENROOM 123
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User Name
Use the cursor keys to hi
select the desired option.
include all of the names. S
list (this can happen if a
testing). If you select ‘other
Test Status
When Test Status is highl
option required, everytime
option will be displayed.
indicates both.
------U*OTHEANTHJOHN
MALC
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Storage Status
When Storage Status is highlighted use the Green button to select
the option required, everytime you press the Green button a different
option will be displayed. This can be NORMAL, DELETED or ‘*’ which
indicates both.
Date From
This option allows the user to search for test results after the selected
date. Use the cursor keys to highlight the digit to be changed. Use
the (up or down) cursor keys to change the value or enter the digits
directly using the keypad. Select OK to store the settings or CANCELto abort them.
Date To
This option allows the user to search for test results before theselected date. Use the cursor keys to highlight the digit to be
changed. Use the cursor keys to change the value or enter the digits
directly fusing the keypad. Select OK to store the settings or CANCEL
to abort them.
--------------DATE FROM------------
01/01/1900 00:00
----------------DATE TO--------------
01/01/1900 00:00
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Search
After all the search pa
appropriate printer or devic
GREEN BUTTON to search
If there are problems dow
then after a short delay, the
Press the red button to ret
successful downloading, t
menu. The user can then
button to return to the main
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How to print Barcode Labels and Testcodes
The Supernova is capable of printing barcode labels in conjunction
with a compatible thermal printer (see chapter 6).
To print barcode testcodes
To print barcode test codes select setup from the main menu andselect test settings from the setup menu. From the select test
settings menu chose the desired test eg HOUSEHOLD CLASS 1.
Attach the compatible printer to the port and from the test settings
editor highlight the PRINT TESTCODE option and press enter.
To Print Barcode Pass/Fail Labels
To print barcode pass/fail labels it is necessary to carry out an actual
test. (see how to perform automatic tests.) After a test is complete
and the results stored in memory it is possible to download results to
a thermal printer (see how to download results) and print pass/fail
labels.
Note
Restrictions of paperwidth means that representing more than 12
digits cannot be printed and a numbered label will print instead.
The print format options available are dependant upon the the
specific printer chosen.
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How to use Setup
To set up the Tester, use th
on the Main Menu and pres
From this menu you can ch
also change user levels an
function and press Enter to
Edit Test Settings
This allows the user to ad
that can then be selected d
Also see Change Password
Use the cursor keys to high
enter the Test Settings Edit
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SELECT
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Test Settings Editor
The Test Settings Editor allows the test sequence for the selected
test to be examined and changed if required:-.
Use the cursor keys to highlight a field to be changed and press
Enter to select the desired option.
Name
Each Sequence is given a name, this is to help the user when
selecting Sequences during automatic testing. When Name is
highlighted press the Green button, then use the keyboard to enter a
new name for the Test Sequence (of up to 15 characters) and press
Enter to confirm.
Test Parameter Fields
By selecting one of the test parameter fields from the Test Settings
Editor, a list of options for that field will be displayed:-
---------------DEFAULT SEQUENCE EDITOR-----------------
OUTPUT LIMIT DUR NUM
SOCKET 230VVISUAL YES 1
EARTH BOND 4A 0.10Ω 5 1
INSULATION 500V 0.50MΩ 5 1SUB LEAKAGE SKIPFLASH SKIPLEAKAGE SKIPTOUCH LEAKAGE SKIPPOLARITY SKIP
NAME: IT EQUIPMENTTESTCODE 1: I0G2000122TESTCODE 2: R222111111
PRINT TESTCODESSTORE SETTINGS
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-------------------INSULAO/P LIMIT 250V 0.5MΩ 500V 1.0MΩ
2.0MΩ
7.0MΩ SKIP
When you first enter this m
the field descriptions are
keys to highlight the desc
keys to highlight the requ
description.
Use the Green button to
Settings Editor. Press the
settings and return to the T
Testcodes
Use the cursor keys and En
A Testcode can be entered
barcode scanner, reader o
Scanner).
The Supernova has two testestcode they will automatic
Store Settings
Use the cursor keys to hig
Enter to save the settings
the Red Button will abort a
previous menu.
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Print Testcodes
The testcodes can be printed (using a compatible printer - see
Chapter 6).
Use the Green button to start the print. The following message will be
displayed:-
PRINTING TESTCODESPRESS THE RED BUTTON TO
ABORT
On completion of downloading, the Test Settings Editor menu is
displayed.
If there are problems downloading e.g. due to interfacing problems,
then after a delay, the following error message appears:-
----------WARNING-----------DOWNLOAD FAILED
CHECK CONNECTIONSAND TRY AGAIN
Press the Red Button to return to the Test Settings Editor menu.
Edit User List / Options
--------USER LIST---------ANTHONYJOHNMALCOLM
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Use the cursor keys to high
select the desired option:-
If you change the nam
previous tests will still
this gives unlimited am
To change the user nam
button.
Use the cursor keys to hig
each user and press Enter
User Level
Use the cursor keys to h
select the desired option.
Novice User
Selects the user level as a
level of help information an
Advanced User
Selects the user level as an
minimum level of help infor
prompts
Startup Mode
Use the cursor keys to hi
------------EDIT
USERSTARTUP
BEEP ON KEY
BEEP ONBEEP ON BAR
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Enter to select the desired option.
Automatic Mode
The Tester will start up in Automatic Mode, with the Tester displaying
the Main Menu.
Manual Mode
The Tester will start up in Manual Mode, with the Tester displayingthe Manual Test Selection Menu.
Beep on Key Press
Use the cursor keys to highlight a buzzer option and press Enter to
select the desired option.This option will beep evertime a key is
pressed.
Beep on Tests
Use the cursor keys to highlight a buzzer option and press Enter to
select the desired option.This option will beep whenever the HighVoltage Test in Progess icon is displayed or a test has failed.
Beep on Barcodes
Use the cursor keys to highlight a buzzer option and press Enter to
select the desired option.This option will beep whenever a barcode
has been received.
Saving User Settings
In the Edit user settings menu, highlight OK and press the Green
button. The user settings will then be saved.
Edit Site List
-----EDIT SITE LIST-----WORKSHOP KITCHENCAD ROOMOFFICELAB
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Use the cursor keys to h
select the desired option.
--EDITOFFIC
If you change the nam previous tests will still b
gives unlimited amoun
If you chose to edit an exis
in the box. If you chose t
box will be empty. Use th
and press Enter to return t
Edit Location List
-----EDIT LOWORKSHO
KITCHENCAD ROOMOFFICELAB
Use the cursor keys to hig
select the desired option.
--EDITOFFIC
If you change the nam previous tests will still b
gives unlimited amoun
If you chose to edit an exis
in the box. If you chose t
box will be empty. Use th
and press Enter to return t
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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 changed. Use the
up and down cursor keys to change the value or enter the digits
directly using the keypad. Select OK to store the settings or CANCEL
to abort them. To store the new setting you must return to the MAIN
MENU.
.
Set Language
Use the cursor keys to highlight a language and press Enter to select
the desired option.
NoteIf the selected language is unavailable, a message will be
displayed.
System Configuration
The Test Settings are included to cover the wide range of options
which may be country or company specific.
-------SET DATE AND TIME------
01/01/1900 00:00
-----SET LANGUAGE-----ENGLISH
FRANCAISDEUTSCHITALIANO
NEDERLANDS
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Sub Leakage
This option allows you to se6% or 0% high, depending
Power Polarity
The Power Polarity option wtests in one of three ways.Input Polarity:- perform the
as the Supernova is powerAuto-corrected:- perform thpolarity even if the Supernothe mains polarity reversedInput & reversed:- this optioone selected, one with the reverse mains polarity.
On Test Failure
This gives you the option oautomatic sequence. This mfailed test or appliance.
Roll Printer
This allows the user to defiSupernova. Seawards reco(283A954)”
Date & Time
This allows the user to pasexisting password must be
-----------------SYSTEMSUB LEAKAGE POWER POLARITY ON TEST FAILURE ROLL PRINTER DATE AND TIME USER LIST
APLNCE & CMNTS
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User List
This allows the user to password protect the User List. An existingpassword must be setup before the option can be used.
Aplnce & Cmnts
This allows the user to limit the Appliance number and Commentlines to 10 digits. When limited to 10 digits the Supernova can bedownloaded to a wider range of software.
Change Password
It is possible to Password protect the Test Sequence Editor and the
Country Settings.
If you currently do not have password protection you will be asked to
enter a new password twice, once for confirmation.
If you currently do have password protection then you will be asked
for the old password before entering a new one, again you will be
asked for the new password twice.
To clear the password protection simply press Enter when asked for
the new password. A warning will show that no password is in place.
Set Brightness
You can now set the Brightness of the display. Use the cursor keys to
change the Brightness, once the Brightness is set press the Green
button to accept the changes. Press the Red button to abort any
changes made.
Factory Settings
It is possible to reset the Supernova to the settings which were
configured from new. This option will first ask you if you are sure,select Yes to reset or No to abort.
How to use the Memory
To use the memory tests and functions, use the cursor keys to
highlight the Memory Options option on the Main Menu and press
Enter to display the following menu:-
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--------MEMORY OPTIOVIEW MEMORY
PERFORM MEMORDELETE SINGLE APCLEAR RESULTS MCLEAR TESTFILE M
Use the cursor keys to hig
select the desired option.
View Memory Used
The Tester allows the user
being used. The followin
displayed:-
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AVAILABLE MEMORY
MEMORY CAPACITY REMAINING
50%
Perform Memory Test
Once the perform memory test option is highlighted press the green
button. The memory test checks all of the appliance results against their
checksums. If the test result is a pass then no action is taken. If any
tests fail then the Memory checksum requires updating. Use the
cursor keys and press Enter to choose an action if corrupted tests
are found.
Note
The memory checksum is the sum of all of the memory
excluding display data, registers and deleted tests.
Delete Single Appliance-----DELETE APPLIANCE-----APPLIANCE NUMBER
Enter the Appliance number to delete a single appliance and press
Enter .
A warning ‘Are You Sure ?’ prompt will appear. Press the No fast key
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How to up
to return to the previous m
the delete operation and re
Deleting Appliances in
appliances across all o
When a single applianc
memory but hidden fromemory and is taking u
reviewed / downloaded
resident in memory the
seem false. i.e whilst yo
stored and the View Me
results stored, previous
memory. In this situatio
clear results memory.
How to upload tes
To upload test details to serial port of the Supernov
a serial-download lead (9
optional accessories sectio
From the main menu on
REMOTE MODE, the teste
Follow the instructions sup
to communicate with the
process the tester will sho
software and Supernova
transfer is complete. On
return to the MAIN MENU.
the Supernova can be used
Clear Results Memor
This option will delete all of
and should be used carefu
A warning ‘Are You Sure ?
to return to the previous me
the delete operation and re
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Clear Upload Memory
This option will delete all of the appliance codes that have been
uploaded from an external computer and should be used carefully!
Note
Users will be asked whether they are sure about performing
this action.
A warning ‘Are You Sure ?’ prompt will appear. Press the No fastkey to return to the previous menu or press the Yes fast key to
perform the delete operation and return to the previous menu.
How to change the User
To change the User, use the cursor keys to highlight the Change
User option on the Main Menu and press Green button to display the
following menu:-
------SELECT USER-------BILL
BOBKARENJIMTONY
Use the cursor keys to highlight the User and press Green button to
select the desired option.
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How to use Help
The Tester is provided wi
called up at during the test
Each test will have three or
information.
Help Provided to the
The Help function provides
Description of Test
The first help page shown
including its icon and a des
How to Perform Tests
The second page of inform
the test. A diagram showiis included. An example for
A description of how to con
provided in a step-by-step f
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Note:
This topic will cover one or two pages depending on the
connection options available (Insulation and Flash can be
Class 1 or Class 2). Each connection option will have a new
page of information.
Why tests fail
The final page of information provides guidance on why a test mayfail e.g. connection problems. This includes a step by step check list
to ensure all of the connections are correct and secure.
The effect of User Levels during Test Sequences
There are two possible user levels: Novice, and Advanced.
Note
The user level for a new user is set to Novice.
Novice User LevelWhen the user level is set to Novice Level, the help information is
displayed before every new test
Press the Green button key to continue the sequence.
Advanced User Level
When the user level is set to Advanced Level, no help information
will be shown before a test. Use the Help/Information key for help
information if required at any time.
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Chapter 4 Tip
Power -On Self tes
When the tester is powere
appear as the tester perfo
power supply.If a voltage greater than 3
the earth is missing then th
LIVE & NEUTRAL INPUT
Check for incorrect wiring o
The next test will check fo
connection, the following m
EARTH CHECK FAILPRESS THE ENTEBUTTON IF SAFE
Check for incorrect wiring o
The Tester will fail the e
balanced supply (e.g. 55V
on both L and N supply con
supply is balanced and the
If all the above is check
Seaward for repair
The unit then completes then the followi
1INTECAN
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The Supernova is faulty and should be returned to Seaward for
Repair
Sequence Warning Faults
If you enter a testcode which involves tests the Supernova cannot
perform then you may see one of the following warnings.
--------------------WARNING--------------------THE SELECTED TESTCODE SPECIFYTHAT A 200mA (DC) EARTH BONDTEST SHOULD BE PERFORMEDTHIS IS NOT POSSIBLE ON THESUPERNOVAA 100mA (AC) TEST WILL BEPERFORMED. PRESS START KEY TOCONTINUE
Safety Tests during operationThe Tester performs self-tests during normal operation. An internal
earth bond test and a low voltage test are performed prior to applying
mains power to any EUT (including Load/Leakage and Touch
Leakage tests). If the internal earth bond test is failed, the following
message will be displayed:-
INTERNAL RELAY FAULTCANNOT PROCEED !!
If this message appears, the Supernova is faulty and requires repair.
If the low voltage test fails, then either of the following warnings willbe displayed:-
--------------------WARNING--------------------APPLIANCE MAY BE SHORT CIRCUITPRESS THE ENTER BUTTON IF SAFEPRESS THE RED BUTTON TO ABORT
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--------------------WARNFUSE MAY BE OP
PRESS THE ENTER PRESS THE RED BU
These messages mean th
or the fuse may be ope
appliance under test will dr
Supernova. User discretio
seek advice.
Temperature mon
The tester is provided with
that prolonged tests do n
during testing a ‘Hot’ warn
allow the tester to cool.
switched off in a controlled
will occur if the test is allowand the following message
THE TEST HAS BEEN A
TESTER BECAME TO
BEFORE STARTING PR
Multiple Earth con
In general, multiple earth
connections to a water heaThis has previously neede
isolated.
The Supernova tester is c
presence of additional ea
performing a point to point
measurement of the differe
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lead current. Measurements are thus assured without special
precautions.
Barcodes
Barcode Scanner Specification
The Supernova Tester can be used with barcodes and barcodescanners, readers or wands compatible with the Seaward PAT2000i.
These connect to the serial (RS232) connector The required
configuration is as follows:-
Baud Rate: 9600
Start Bits: 2
Data Bits 8
Stop Bits: 2
Parity: None
Inter-character Delay: 20ms
When to use a Barcode Scanner
Barcodes can be scanned at the following points:-
• Entering a Testcode as part of an Automatic Test
- Test Setting Editor
- Use Testcodes
• Entering an Appliance number
Interfacing
The Tester provides two interfacing ports:-
Serial Port - for connection to a PC, printer or Barcode Reader
To avoid any problems during download, ensure that leads are
undamaged and correctly wired.
The Connector pinouts for Serial port are shown below:-
Parallel - The Supernova features a serial port. However a serial to
parallel adaptor is available to allow interface with parallel ports. See
accessories in Chapter 6.
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Downloading to C
The Europa can be setup to
software packages. The AP
SYSTEM CONFIGURATIO
Note for PATS/PATS+ for
Please note that if the vers
is not millenium compatible
Contact on 0191 586 3511
If you are using version 5.4
CMNTS to FULL LENGTH
and 20 digit comments line
If you are using an earlier v
CMNTS set to 10-DIGIT RE
Note for PATS+ for Windo
Please note that you should
version allows you to set th
to obtain the 15 digit Applia
If you are not using the late
a free update.
Note for PATSwin Users
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version allows you to set th
to obtain the 15 digit Applia
If you are not using the late
0191 586 3511 for a free up
Please note that when usinresults of any test type. Thi
indicated as a PASS. For e
PATSwin will only record th
Note for PATSwin Users
The Europa has only been
are using Powersuite then
DIGIT RESTRICTION.
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When downloading use the Download Wizard and select PAT
2000iee as the tester to download.
Please note that when using PATSwin it only accepts the first 3
results of any test type. This may lead to a FAILED appliance being
indicated as a PASS. For example if the fourth Earth Bond is a fail,
PATSwin will only record the three results, these may all be passes.
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Serial Port
The serial port uses a stand
Pin Description
1. N.C.
2. RX
3. TX
4. DTR
5. 0V
6. N.C.
7. 0V
8. N.C.
9. +5V
Baud Rate: 96
Start Bits: 2
Data Bits 8
Stop Bits: 2
Parity: No
Inter-character Delay: 20
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Quick Reference
Editing the date in all modes
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
retained in memory and does not need to be entered again. To edit
the date: from the MAIN MENU select SETUP, select, CHANGE
TIME/DATE, use the cursor keys to highlight the digit to be changed.
Press GREEN BUTTON to confirm the change. To store thechanged time/date setting return to the MAIN MENU. The unit will
then display the message STORING SYSTEM DATA.
Entering a User Name
On delivery of Supernova it is necessary to ensure that a user
name(s) is stored. To edit the user list: from the MAIN MENU select
SETUP, select EDIT USER LIST, use the cursor keys and select
USER 1, a screen will appear "EDIT USER NAME" use the keyboard
to type in the desired name and press GREEN BUTTON to return to
the previous menu.
Editing User Level and Novice Mode
The Supernova is delivered with a default setting of novice user level.
To change this setting: from the MAIN MENU select SETUP, select
USER OPTIONS, select USER LEVEL, select the desired level by
selecting either REGULAR or ADVANCED. To store the changed
user level setting return to the MAIN MENU. The unit will then
display the message STORING SYSTEM DATA.
Storing Appliance Test Results in Automatic mode
The Appliance Test Results will not be stored until you leave the
OPTIONS MENU, upon leaving this menu the unit will display the
messages STORING RESULTS then SAVED OK. Your results have
now been stored.
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Storing Appliance Test R
The Appliance Test Res
Appliance Sequence has b
this will prompt you for an
GREEN BUTTON twice.
this will prompt you
COMMENTS/RESULTS an
then display the message
Your results have now bee
Storing System Data
System Data consists of ev
MENU. To store the Syste
SETUP MENU. The unit
SYSTEM DATA. This will o
no cahnges have been m
updated.
Waiting for a Yes/No resp
When you are prompted t
the fastkeys under the disp
Using Symbols in Text Fi
Although there is an optio
numbers, Site & Location
does not guarntee that yo
you are unsure avoid using
10 Digit Restriction
When you first receive you
will be set to ‘10 Digit R
software then this option ca
Length’ the maximum App
while the maximum line
characters per line.
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Comparing Flash test results with other testers
To comply with forth coming test standards the Flash output current
has been limited. The actual current displayed with differ from
previous testers as illustrated in the table below.
Load PreviousTesters
Supernova
3M ohms 0.5mA 0.43mA
1.5M ohms 1mA 0.75mA
750K ohms 2mA 1.2mA
500K ohms 3mA 1.5mA
300K ohms 5mA 1.87mA
The Flash pass/fail limits have been adjusted from 3mA and 5mA to
1,5mA and 2mA respectively.
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Chapter 5 Ma
Cleaning the Teste
The Tester case can be cle
a small amount of mild around the socket panel or
Do not allow liquid inside t
not use abrasives, solvents
If any liquid is spilt into the
for repair, stating the cause
User Maintenance
The Tester is a rugged q
always be taken when us
equipment. Failure to trealife of the instrument its reli
If the Tester is subject
completely dry before use.
• Always check the Test
and wear before use.
• Do not open the Tester
• Keep the instrument cle
• Avoid testing in conditio
fields.
• Maintenance should on
• There are no user repla
• The unit should be regu
• For repair or calibration
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Seaward Electronic Limited.
Bracken Hill
South West Industrial Estate
Peterlee
Co. Durham
SR8 2SW
Tel : +44 (0)191 586 3511
Fax: +44 (0)191 586 [email protected]
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Chapter 6 Ac
Standard Accesso
Accessory
Earth Bond Test Lead
Flash Probe
115V Adaptor Lead
Manual
Optional Accesso
Calibration Checkbox
Barcode Scanner
Thermal Label Printer
Thermal Printer Labels
Appliance Number Lab
Test Code Labels (240
Serial Printer Lead
Serial to Parallel adapt
Serial-PC Download L
Serial-PC Download L
Pass Labels (500)
PATS Software (DOS)
PATS Plus Software (D
PATS Plus for Window
PATSwin
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Chapter 7 Specifications
Earth Bond Test
Test Voltage * .....................................................6V nominal (no load)
Test Current *.....................4A, 10A, 25A selectable (into s/c load)
Range ..........................................................................40mΩ - 19.99Ω Resolution...............................................................................0.01Ω
Accuracy................................................ +/- 5% of reading, +/- 2 digits
Pass
Levels...........................................................................selectable
Misc.............................................4-wire measurement, floating earth
Earth Screen Test
Test Voltage * ............................................. 100mV nominal (no load)
Test Current *...............................................100mA (into s/c load)
Range............................................................................40mΩ - 19.99Ω
Resolution...............................................................................0.01Ω
Accuracy..............................+/- 5% of reading, +/- 2 digits upto 5.00Ω
Pass
Levels...........................................................................selectable
Misc.............................................4-wire measurement, floating earth
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Insulation Test
Test Voltage * ............... 50
Short Circuit Current .......
Range................................
Resolution....................
Accuracy..................... +/-
Pass Levels......................
Substitute Leakag
Test Voltage * ...................
Display Range ..................
Resolution........................
Accuracy..........................+
Pass Levels......................
3.5mA, 7.0mA, 9.9mA, 15.0
Flash Test
Test Voltage .....................
Display Range ..................
Resolution........................
Accuracy...........................
Pass Levels......................
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supply plug. The Tester dis
the user to confirm sufficien
For Class 2 appliances, th
earth return lead.
For appliances which incor
test voltage is provided to
protection devices generati
Substitute Leakag
The substitute leakage test
to the appliance and is ap
live and neutral pins of th
connect the Earth Bond te
the Earth.
The Tester measures the
display a guide to the curr
been the nominal mains socket.
Please note that value
substantially from that of c
of the way that the test is
presence of Neutral-to-Eart
This test can prove usefu
Insulation nor Flash tests
insulation of the appliance.
Flash Test
1500V/3
This test is used to dete
strength to prevent break
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• Touch Leakage Test
• Operation Test
The Tester performs an init
appliance can be safely po
It is important that t
with moving part
mounted to allow mo
equip
If the potential load curren
allowing the user to contin
message will appear, and the potential load current is
the user to check that the a
intact. The Tester also pe
relays are properly set b
appliance.
Power to the appliance wi
This allows the user to s
without removing power fro
Leakage Test
Mains vol
The Leakage Test shows t
the difference in the curre
conductors. This differe
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appliance, and is generally equivalent to the current flow through the
earth lead of the appliance, and displays the result in milliamps (mA).
This differential method of determining leakage will show the full
leakage of an appliance in-situ, so if the appliance has an extra earth
point, i.e. water pipe, then the Tester will show the full and true
appliance leakage. This is also known as Enclosure or Differential
Leakage.
Touch Leakage Test
Warning
Mains voltage applied to appliance
The Touch Test displays the current that would flow if the appliance
was touched by a person. This is based on a ‘body model’ of 2kΩ.The Tester detects any current flowing in the Earth Bond Lead
(attached to an appropriate point on the appliance) and indicates the
potential leakage through a metal panel. The Tester displays the
result in milliamps (mA).
Operation Test
Warning
Mains voltage applied to appliance
The Power test supplies the equipment under test (appliance),connected to 115V/230V test sockets, with the rated voltage of that
socket.
The Tester measures the power used by the appliance and displays
the reading in kVA. There is no test duration limit on the Power tests.
Once supplied with power, the appliance will be supplied until the
operation is cancelled. This will allow appliances with slow start-up
speeds the time to ramp up to their working state.
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Appendix B Reference
Information Factory-set Test Sequences Name Earth
Bond
Insulation Leakage Touch
Leakage
Flash
230V
Household 1
0.1Ω 0.5MΩ 0.75mA 0.5 mA SKIP
230V
Household 2
SKIP 1.0MΩ 0.25mA SKIP SKIP
IT Equip. 1 0.1Ω 0.5MΩ SKIP SKIP SKIP
IT Equip. 2 SKIP 1.0MΩ SKIP SKIP SKIP
Hand-held
230V Power Tools 1
0.1Ω 0.5MΩ 0.75mA 0.5 mA 1.5mA
Hand-held
230V Power
Tools 2
SKIP 1.0MΩ 0.25Ma SKIP 1.5mA
Lead (3m)
230V
0.08Ω 0.5MΩ SKIP SKIP SKIP
Lead (6m)
230v
0.2Ω 0.5MΩ SKIP SKIP SKIP
Lead (12m)
230v
0.3Ω 0.5MΩ SKIP SKIP SKIP
110V H H
Powertools 1
0.1Ω 0.5 0.5 0.5 1.5mA
110 V H H
PowerTools
2
SKIP 1.0 0.25 SKIP 1.5mA
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110V Lead 6
M
0.2Ω 0
110V Lead
12 M
0.3Ω 0
110V
Household 1
0.1Ω 0
110V
Luminaires 1
0.5 0
110V
Luminaires 2
SKIP 1
All tests have visual test inc
Extension lead tests includ
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Testcode Tables
The test sequence code is split into two 10-digit testcodes, this
Appendix describes how the two testcodes are broken down.
First Testcode:Digit 1 Visual
Inspection/Polarity
Voltage
H No Visual Inspection
No Polarity Test
230V
I Visual Inspection
No Polarity Test
230V
J No Visual Inspection
Polarity Test
230V
K Visual InspectionPolarity Test
230V
L No Visual Inspection
No Polarity Test
115V
M Visual Inspection
No Polarity Test
115V
N No Visual Inspection
Polarity Test
115V
O Visual Inspection
Polarity Test
115V
Digit 2 Earth Bond
0 Skip Earth Bond
1-9 Earth Bond Fault Limit (mΩ)
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Digit 3 Earth Bond
Multiplier
1 x1
2 x10
3 x100 4 x1000
5 x1
6 x10
7 x100
8 x1000
A x1
B x10
C x100
D x1000
E x1
F x10
G x100
H x1000
I Reserved
J Reserved
K Reserved
L Reserved
M Reserved
N Reserved
O Reserved
P Reserved
Q Reserved
R ReservedS Reserved
T Reserved
U Reserved
V Reserved
W Reserved
X Reserved
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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.
6 0.5MΩ 500V d.c.
7 1.0MΩ 500V d.c.
8 2.0MΩ 500V d.c.
9 4.0MΩ 500V d.c.
A 7.0MΩ 500V d.c.
Digit 5 Sub-Leakage
0 Skip
1 0.25mA
2 0.50mA
3 0.75mA
4 2.50mA
5 3.50mA
6 7.00mA
7 9.90mA
8 15.0mA
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Digit 6 Flash
0 Skip
1 1mA
2 1.5mA
3 2.00mA4 2.25mA
Digit 7 Leakage
0 Skip
1 0.25mA
2 0.50mA
3 0.75mA
4 1.50mA
5 2.25mA
6 2.50mA
7 3.00mA
8 3.50mA
9 9.90mA
Digit 8 Touch Leakage
0 Skip
1 0.25mA
2 0.50mA
3 1.00mA
Digit 9 Earth Bond Tes
1 2s
2 5s
3 10s
4 30s
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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 30s
Digit 2 Flash Test Duration
1 2s
2 5s
3 10s
4 30s
Digit 3 Leakage/Load Test Duration
1 2s
2 5s
3 10s
4 30s
5 60s
6 120s
7 180s
8 Unlimited
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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 Leakage
Tests
0 11 1
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
6 10
7 15
8 20
9 25
A 30
B Unlimited
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Digit 8 Number of Flas
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 Loa
0 1
1 12 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
6 10
7 15
8 20
9 25
A 30
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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
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