
BC BIOMEDICAL
SA-2000 SERIES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
This User Manual covers the following units:
SA-2000 & SA-2000-R
SA-2000-INTL & SA-2000-INTL-R
SA-2000-AUS & SA-2000-AUS-R
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTICES .............................................................................. ii
DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................... 1
LAYOUT ......................................................................................................................... 3
TESTING........................................................................................................................ 7
COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL ................................................................................... 9
MANUAL REVISIONS .................................................................................................. 11
LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................................. 11
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................... 12
NOTES ......................................................................................................................... 15

WARNING - USE
The SA-2000 is intended for testing only and
should never be used in diagnostics, treatment
or any other capacity where they would come in
contact with a patient.
WARNING - MODIFICATIONS
The SA-2000 is intended for use within the
published specifications. Any application
beyond these specifications or any unauthorized
user modifications may result in hazards or
improper operation.
WARNING - CONNECTIONS
All connections to patients must be removed
before connecting the DUT to the SA-2000. A
serious hazard may occur if the patient is
connected when testing with the SA-2000. Do
not connect any leads from the patient directly to
the SA-2000 or DUT while it is powered by the
SA-2000
WARNING - CLEANING
Disconnect Line Power to the SA-2000 before
attempting to clean it. Do not immerse. The SA-
2000 should be cleaned by wiping gently with a
damp, lint-free cloth. A mild detergent can be
used if desired.
WARNING - LIQUIDS
Do not submerge or spill liquids on the SA-2000.
In the event of a spill onto the SA-2000, do not
operate the SA-2000 regardless of fluid type.

CAUTION - SERVICE
The SA-2000 is intended to be serviced only by
authorized service personnel. Troubleshooting
and service procedures should only be
performed by qualified technical personnel.
CAUTION - ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to environmental conditions outside
the specifications can adversely affect the
performance of the SA-2000. Allow SA-2000 to
acclimate to specified conditions for at least 30
minutes before attempting to operate it.
CAUTION - INSPECTION
The SA-2000 should be inspected before each
use for obvious signs of abuse or wear. The SA-
2000 should not be used and should be serviced
if any parts are in question.
CAUTION - USAGE
The SA-2000 is not a continuous duty device, it
is intended for short duration testing within the
current limits and duty periods specified. Do not
leave the DUT connected to the SA-2000 for
extended time periods.
Do not to drop the SA-2000.
CAUTION - FUSE
Only replace the SA-2000 fuse with the specified
type and rating.

Caution
(Consult Manual for Further Information)
Electrical Caution
(Consult Manual for Further Information)
Per European Council Directive 2002/95/EC,
do not dispose of this product as unsorted
municipal waste.
Association for the Advancement of
Medical Instrumentation
International Electrotechnical Commission
National Electrical Manufacturers
Association
Volt(s) Alternating Current

NOTICE – DISCLAIMER
BC GROUP INTERNATIONAL, INC. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE
FOR ANY INJURIES SUSTAINED DUE TO UNAUTHORIZED
EQUIPMENT MODIFICATIONS OR APPLICATION OF
EQUIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE PUBLISHED INTENDED USE
AND SPECIFICATIONS.
NOTICE – DISCLAIMER
BC GROUP INTERNATIONAL, INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO
MAKE CHANGES TO ITS PRODUCTS OR SPECIFICATIONS AT
ANY TIME, WITHOUT NOTICE, IN ORDER TO IMPROVE THE
DESIGN OR PERFORMANCE AND TO SUPPLY THE BEST
POSSIBLE PRODUCT. THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL
HAS BEEN CAREFULLY CHECKED AND IS BELIEVED TO BE
ACCURATE. HOWEVER, NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED
FOR INACCURACIES.
NOTICE – CONTACT INFORMATION
BC BIOMEDICAL
BC GROUP INTERNATIONAL, INC.
3081 ELM POINT INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
ST. CHARLES, MO 63301
USA
1-800-242-8428
1-314-638-3800
www.bcgroupintl.com
sales@bcgroupintl.com
NOTICE – PERFORMING TESTS
REFER TO DUT MANUFACTURER’S SERVICE MANUAL FOR
TEST PROCEDURES AND MEASUREMENT LIMITS.
SA-2000 Series User Manual Copyright © 2012
http://www.bcgroupintl.com/ Made in the USA
06/12 Rev 06

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BC BIOMEDICAL
SA-2000 SERIES
ELECTRICAL SAFETY ANALYZER
The Model SA-2000 is a Microprocessor based Electrical Safety Analyzer. The following
are highlights of some of the main features:
SA-2000:
DEVICE UNDER TEST CURRENT MEASUREMENT
EARTH / GROUND LEAD RESISTANCE
EARTH / GROUND LEAKAGE CURRENT
CHASSIS LEAKAGE CURRENT
TRUE RMS MEASUREMENTS
90 TO 264 VAC OPERATION
20 AMP RATING (SA-2000 and SA-2000-INTL Models)
10 AMP RATING (SA-2000-AUS Model)
TOUCH CONTROL KEYS – NO KNOBS
LED STATUS INDICATORS
AUDIO FEEDBACK
EXTERNALLY REPLACEABLE GROUND FUSE
AUTOMATIC LOAD REVERSAL DELAY
AVAILABLE MODELS:
SA-2000 – STANDARD MODEL WITH HOSPITAL-GRADE NEMA 5-15P LINE
PLUG AND HOSPITAL-GRADE NEMA 5-20R DUT TEST RECEPTACLE FOR USE
IN THE US AND OTHER COMPATIBLE COUNTRIES
SA-2000-INTL – INTERNATIONAL MODEL, IEC C20 RECEPTACLE PIGTAIL
(MUST USE COUNTRY-SPECIFIC LINE CORD – SEE ACCESSORIES SECTION)
AND UNIVERSAL DUT TEST RECEPTACLE THAT WORKS WITH THE
FOLLOWING COUNTRY-SPECIFIC PLUGS:
o NEMA 5-15P, NEMA 5-20P, NEMA 6-15P and NEMA 6-20P (US/NORTH
AMERICA)
o UK1-13P and UK3-5P (UK)
o SW1-10P (SWITZERLAND)
o IT1-10P (ITALY)
o IS1-16P (ISRAEL)
o JA1-15P (JAPAN)
o EU1-16P (EURO) CEE 7/7 “SCHUKO” (NOTE: MUST USE SCHUKO
GROUNDING ADAPTER TO PERFORM LEAKAGE MEASUREMENTS,
SEE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES SECTION)
o DE1-13P (DENMARK) (NOTE: NO EARTH/GROUND PIN, THEREFORE
LEAKAGE MEASUREMENTS NOT APPLICABLE)
o EUROPLUG CEE 7/16 (NOTE: NO EARTH/GROUND PIN, THEREFORE
LEAKAGE MEASUREMENTS NOT APPLICABLE)