Gossen Metrawatt M360C, PROFITEST PVSUN, PROFITEST PVSUN MEMO User guide
Operating Instructions
PROFITESTPVSUN and PVSUN MEMO
Test Instruments for Testing PV Modules
and Strings per DIN EN 62446 (VDE 0126-23)
3-349-672-15
11/3.16
These operating instructions are available
in this, as well as other languages, in PDF
format on the Internet at
www.gossenmetrawatt.com.
Contents Page
Caution! Dangerous Voltage
Attention!
!
Warning!
Attention!
!
Note
!
2 Significance of Symbols
1 Scope of Delivery ............................................................. 2
2 Significance of Symbols .................................................. 2
3 Introduction ...................................................................... 3
4 Transport and Storage ..................................................... 3
5 Safety Precautions ........................................................... 3
6 Use for Intended Purpose ................................................. 3
7 Operating and Display Elements ..................................... 3
8 Initial Start-Up .................................................................. 4
9 Measurements ................................................................. 4
9.1 Testing Protective Conductor Continuity
per EN 62446 (VDE 0126-23) (> 200 mA) ......................................4
9.2 Polarity Test / Measuring Open Circuit Voltage U0
per EN 62446 (VDE 0126-23) ........................................................4
9.3 Measuring Short-Circuit Current I
9.4 Testing Insulation Resistance per EN 62446 ....................................5
9.5 General Insulation Resistance Measurement ....................................6
9.6 Ground Fault Test ..........................................................................6
per EN 62446 ..........................5
SC
10 Data Storage with PROFITEST PVsun memo .................... 7
10.1 Operating and Display Elements .....................................................7
10.2 Function Description ......................................................................7
Meanings of Symbols on the Instrument
Warning concerning a point of danger
(attention: observe documentation!)
Protection class II device
(continuous, doubled or reinforced insulation)
This device may not be disposed of with the trash. Further information regarding the WEEE mark can be
accessed on the Internet at www.gossenmetrawatt.com by entering the search term “WEEE”.
EC mark of conformity
Meanings of Symbols in the Operating Instructions
While performing measurements in the presence of dangerous voltages, the PROFITEST PV
PROFITEST PV
safety gloves as it involves the risk of hazardous contact.
SUN MEMO should only be operated with PPE
SUN/
11 Application of PC Software .............................................. 8
11.1 System Requirements ....................................................................8
11.2 Installation ....................................................................................8
11.3 Initial Startup of the Device .............................................................8
11.4 Creation of Structures and Transfer to the Test Instrument ...............8
11.5 Reading Out and Exporting Test Data ..............................................8
12 Measurement of irradiation, temperature and inclination
with PROFITEST PVsun-sor (optional) .............................. 9
13 Characteristic Values ....................................................... 9
14 Maintenance .................................................................. 10
14.1 Battery Replacement ....................................................................10
14.2 Housing ......................................................................................10
15 Repair and Replacement Parts Service
Calibration Center* and Rental Instrument Service .............10
16 Product Support ............................................................. 10
1 Scope of Delivery
1 PROFITEST PVSUN or PROFITEST PVSUN MEMO
4 Batteries, 1.5 V IEC LR6 (AA)
3 Safety measurement cables, 1.5 m, red, blue and yellow:
banana plug – banana plug
1 Solar plug adapter, red: MC3 socket – banana socket
1 Solar plug adapter, red: MC4 socket – banana socket
1 Solar plug adapter, blue: MC3 plug – banana socket
1 Solar plug adapter, blue: MC4 socket – banana socket
1 Plug-on safety test probe with socket, red
1 Plug-on safety alligator clip with socket, yellow-gray
1 Carrying case with foam insert
1 Set of operating instructions
1 PC software (PROFITEST PV
can be downloaded from our website at:
www.gossenmetrawatt.com
1 USB interface cable (PROFITEST PV
SUN MEMO only)
SUN MEMO only)
Warning concerning a source of danger
Non-observance may result in distorted measurement
results.
Please observe!
Opening of Equipment / Repair
The equipment may be opened only by authorized service personnel to ensure the safe and correct operation of the equipment
and to keep the warranty valid.
Even original spare parts may be installed only by authorized service personnel.
In case the equipment was opened by unauthorized personnel,
no warranty regarding personal safety, measurement accuracy,
conformity with applicable safety measures or any consequential
damage is granted by the manufacturer.
Measuring Categories and their Significance per IEC 61010-1
CAT Definition
Measurements in other electrical circuits
0
which are not directly connected to the mains:
e.g. electrical systems in motor vehicles and aircraft, batteries etc.
Measurements in electrical circuits
II
which are electrically connected to the low-voltage mains:
via plug, e.g. in household, office and laboratory applications
Measurements in building installations:
III
Stationary consumers, distributor terminals, devices connected
permanently to the distributor
Measurements at power sources for low-voltage installations:
IV
meters, mains terminals, primary overvoltage protection devices
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3 Introduction
Caution! Dangerous Voltage
Attention!
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Warning!
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Battery full
Battery weak
These operating instructions contain information and directions
which are necessary for safe operation and use of the instrument.
Before using the instrument, the operating instructions must be
carefully read and all points contained therein must be followed
correctly. Non-observance of the operating instructions, as well
as warnings and directions included therein, may result in severe
injury to the user or damage to the instrument.
The
PROFITEST PV
modules. The terms used in these operating instructions to designate systems for generating electrical power from sunlight include:
solar system, photovoltaic system, PV system and the like.
Scope of Functions
• Voltage measurement to 1000 V DC
• Short circuit current measurement to 20 A DC
• Selection of insulation test voltage: 250, 500 or 1000 V DC
• Insulation measurement to 20 M with display of limit value
• Testing of protective conductor continuity
• Earth fault measurement
• Polarity check
• Backlit LCD panel
• Optional temperature measurement
SUN
is used for simple testing of solar cells and
The instrument may not be opened, dismantled or modified in any
way. The instrument may only be used with recommended
accessories. The use of unsuitable accessories is impermissible.
Trade association accident prevention regulations for electrical
systems and operating equipment must be adhered to during all
work with the instrument.
Do not allow the instrument to warm up due to exposure to direct
sunlight. Flawless functioning and a long service life cannot otherwise be assured.
The internal warming of the test instrument is measured
electronically. An inpermissible overheating is signalled
by ISC and °C in the display while further measurements
are being disabled. Allow the test instrument to cool
down before continuing measurements.
6 Use for Intended Purpose
The instrument may only be used under the conditions and for the
purposes for which it has been designed. In this respect, special
attention must be given to safety precautions, technical data
regarding ambient conditions and use in a dry environment.
4 Transport and Storage
Please retain the original packaging for subsequent shipment of
the instrument. Transport damages due to inadequate packaging
are excluded from the guarantee.
The instrument may only be stored in dry, closed rooms.
If the instrument is subjected to extreme temperature during
transport, it requires at least 2 hours for acclimatization before it is
switched on.
5 Safety Precautions
The instrument has been manufactured and tested in accordance
with IEC/EN 61010-1, “Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use”, and has been
shipped from the factory in flawless technical safety condition. In
order to assure that this condition is retained, the user must
observe the safety precautions included in these operating
instructions.
In order to prevent electrical shock, corresponding safety
precautions must be implemented when working with
voltages of greater than 120 V (60 V) DC or 50 V (25 V)
AC TRMS. In accordance with DIN VDE, these values
specify the limit for exposed (touchable) voltages (the values in parentheses apply to, for example, the fields of
medicine and agriculture).
Before each measurement, make sure that the measurement
cables and the measuring instrument are in flawless condition.
The measuring instrument may only be used within the specified
measuring ranges.
If the safety of the user is no longer assured, the instrument must
be removed from service and secured against unintentional use.
Safety of the user is no longer assured if the instrument:
• Demonstrates apparent damage
• No longer performs the desired measurements
• Has been stored for too long under unfavorable conditions
• Has been subjected to mechanical stressing during transport
Operating safety is no longer assured in the event of modification
or alteration. The instrument may only be opened by authorized
service technicians.
Never operate the instrument at a higher voltage than specified in
the technical data! The instrument may otherwise be destroyed or
permanently damaged.
7 Operating and Display Elements
1 LCD panel with background illumination
2 Sensor socket for temperature measurement (optional)
3 On/Off switch / background illumination
4 Low-resistance measurement R
5 Short-circuit measurement ISC /
6 General insulation resistance measurement RISO /
7 Measurement input +
8 Measurement input – / insulation measurement / continuity test
9
10 Back: battery compartment
11 Battery level indicator
The instrument may not be operated at measuring category II, III and IV mains power circuits.
In accordance with EN 61010-1:2010, the instrument
has been designed without a rated measuring category,
and may only be used at direct voltage circuits with up to
1000 V without transient overvoltages.
/
measurement cable compensation COMP
insulation resistance measurement R
selection of insulation test voltage
Measurement input ground terminal / insulation measurement /
continuity test
LOW
ISO
per EN 62446
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