Gossen MetraWatt METRAPHASE 1 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
METRAPHASE 1
Phase Sequence Indicator
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600 V CAT IV
L3
L1
L2
1
2 3
L3
4
L2
L1
120/
230/
400V
400/
690V
5
208V
EN 61557 / 1 + 7
(1) Connector sockets for phases L1 ... L3 (2) Rotation LEDs for frequency display and direction of
(3) Direction of Phase Rotation and Frequency
Green arrow: clockwise rotation; indicates correct phase sequence Illuminated green LEDs rotate clockwise. Frequency: Indicated by brief, red illumination of corresp. LED. Dashed red arrow: counterclockwise rotation; indicates incorrect phase sequence Illuminated red LEDs rotate counterclockwise. Frequency: Indicated by brief, green illumination of corresponding LED.
(4) Phase LEDs, indicate voltage at L1 ... L3 (5) Voltage value LEDs, indicate value of line-to-line voltage
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Tab le o f C o n t e n t s
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1 Safety Precautions .......................................................... 3
2 General Description ......................................................... 5
3 Initial Start-Up ................................................................. 5
4 Operation ......................................................................... 6
4.1 Voltage Display .................................................................. 6
4.2 3-Pole Connection ............................................................. 6
4.3 2-Pole Connection ............................................................ 7
5 Characteristic Values, Phase Sequence Indicator ........... 8
6 Maintenance ................................................................. 10
6.1 Batteries ......................................................................... 10
6.2 Housing .......................................................................... 10
7 Accessories (not included as standard equipment) ...... 11
8 Repair and Replacement Parts Service
DKD Calibration Lab
and Rental Instrument Service ...................................... 12
9 Product Support ............................................................ 12

1 Safety Precautions

General
This instrument fulfills the requirements of the applicable European and national EC guidelines. We confirm this with the CE marking. The relevant declaration of conformity can be obtained from GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH.
The phase sequence indicator has been manufactured and tested in accordance with safety regulations IEC 61 010-1 / DIN EN 61010-1 / VDE 0411-1. When used for its intended purpose, safety of the operator, as well as that of the instrument, is assured. Their safety is however not guaranteed if the instrument is used improp­erly or handled carelessly.
In order to maintain flawless technical safety conditions, and to assure safe use, it is imperative that you read the
operating instructions thoroughly and carefully before placing your instrument into service, and that you follow all instructions contained therein.
Repair and Parts Replacement
When the instrument is opened, voltage conducting parts may be exposed. The instrument must be disconnected from the measuring circuit or the device under test before maintenance or the replacement of parts.
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The following safety precautions must be observed:
The instrument may only be operated by persons who are capable of recognizing contact hazards and taking the appropriate safety precautions. Contact hazards exist anywhere, where voltages of greater than 30 V r.m.s. may occur.
Avoid working alone when taking measurements which involve contact hazards. Be certain that a second person is present.
Make certain that the measurement cables are in flawless condition, and that they do not suffer from damage to the conductors or their insulation. This applies to test probes and alligator clips as well.
No measurements may be made with this instrument in electrical circuits with corona discharge (high-voltage).
Measurements under moist ambient conditions are not permitted, nor are their results reliable.
Use the recommended batteries.
The instrument is not a voltmeter in the usual sense of the word: it only reads out voltages within the indicated ranges.
Errors and Extraordinary Strains
If it may be assumed that the instrument can no longer be operated safely, it must be removed from service and secured against further use. Safe operation can no longer be relied upon,
if the instrument demonstrates visible damage,
if the instrument no longer functions.
Meanings of Symbols on the instrument
Warning concerning a point of danger
!
(Attention: observe documentation)
Earth
Continuous, double or reinforced insulation
Indicates EU conformity
CAT IV The maximum allowable voltage between any given
connector jack (1) and earth is equal to 600 V, category IV.
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2 General Description

The instrument provides for the following measurement and test functions:
Phase sequence indicator
Voltage display
Frequency display

3 Initial Start-Up

Batteries
The phase sequence indicator is delivered with 4 mignon cells installed and is ready for use. Before initial start-up, please refer to chapter 6.1 “Batteries”.
Battery Test
If none of the LEDs light up after a voltage has been applied, or if they are only faintly illuminated, the batteries must be replaced.
Automatic Activation
The instrument is activated automatically as soon as a voltage of at least 100 V is applied to any 2 measurement sockets.
Automatic Shut-Down
The instrument is shut down automatically when zero voltage is applied in order to extend battery service life.
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4Operation

4.1 Voltage Display

Voltage is displayed by means of 3 red LEDs (5), each of which indicates a different nominal line voltage. The highest voltage which occurs between two phases is always displayed. Voltage is displayed for the following nominal values: 120 V/208 V, 230 V/400 V und 400 V/690 V.
Missing or Non-Connected Phase
If one of the phases has not been connected to the phase sequence indicator, or if one phase has not been wired, its potential at artificial neutral is too small and the correspond­ing phase LED does not light up. However, the voltage value LED which corresponds to line-to-line voltage is illuminated. Exception: If no phase has been connected to terminal L1, the voltage value LED displays the next lowest voltage because the instrument is no longer provided with an inter­nal reference point.
Attention!
!
The L1 jack at the METRAPHASE 1 must always be contacted first, in order to avoid erroneous measurements.

4.2 3-Pole Connection

Symmetrical Clockwise Rotation
When a symmetrical, clockwise phase sequence is mea­sured, phase LEDs L1, L2 and L3 are continuously illuminated and a green point of light (rotation LED) rotates around the display dial in the clockwise direction (at approx. 30 RPM).
Symmetrical Counterclockwise Rotation
Phase LEDs L1, L2 and L3 are also continuously illumi­nated for a symmetrical, counterclockwise phase sequence, but the color and the direction of the rotating point of light are changed: it rotates in the counterclock­wise direction and is illuminated red.
Frequency Display
The appropriate frequency LED lights up briefly in red for a clockwise phase sequence at the moment the rotating point of light passes the corresponding position. The frequency LED lights up green for a counterclockwise phase sequence.
Devices Connected to N or PE
If one of the devices has been connected to N or PE with an asymmetrical phase sequence the phase LED for the incor­rectly connected phase does not light up. Phase sequence direction is indicated in the same way as it is for symmetrical clockwise or counterclockwise phase sequences.
Wiring Incorrect
If wiring is incorrect, e.g. 2 x L1, ambiguous displays are likely to occur.
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4.3 2-Pole Connection

ABC
The phase sequence indicator also allows for the determination of phase sequence direction with only 2 connector cables, as long as a line frequency of 50 or 60 Hz prevails:
First connect terminal L1 to phase L1, and terminal L2
to phase L2 (see figure A). Phase LEDs L1 and L2, as well as the corresponding voltage value LED, light up red. The two LEDs for 100 and 400 Hz are also illuminated, which indicates that the instrument has synchronized itself to phases L1 and L2.
Disconnect phase L2 from terminal L2 (see figure B).
The two LEDs for 50 and 200 Hz light up during this intermediate stage.
Now connect phase L3 to terminal L2 (see figure C).
Phase LEDs L1 and L3 light up red. L2 is generated internally. Phase sequence direction and line voltage value are displayed.
Note!
Approximately 2 seconds are allowed for changing over from L2 to L3. If this time period is exceeded, the instrument is no longer able to maintain syn­chronization with the electrical system. This error is indicated by means of simultaneous illumination of the LEDs for 60, 100, 300 and 400 Hz. The LEDs for 100 und 400 Hz are then illuminated in order to indicate that 2-pole measurement has been resumed. The same display occurs if phase L2 is inadvertently reconnected instead of changing to phase L3.
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5 Characteristic Values, Phase Sequence Indicator

Line Frequency
Nominal
Frequency
50 Hz
60 Hz 58.3 ... 61.0 Hz 58.1 ... 61.2 Hz
100 Hz 97.7 ... 102.8 Hz 97.5 ... 103 Hz
200 Hz 195.4 ... 205.6 Hz 195.2 ... 205.8 Hz
300 Hz 299 ... 303.4 Hz 298.8 ... 303.6 Hz
400 Hz
1)
< 50 Hz/> 400 Hz: both LEDs active
Total frequency range 15 ... 410 Hz Total line voltage
3 Phase ~Line Voltage
Nominal Line Voltage
Phase Sequence Direction
Direction
Clockwise L1 - L2 - L3
Counter-
clockwise
Asymmetrical Lx - N/PE - Lx
Phase Missing Lx - X - Lx
Display Range Tolerance Band Display
1)
49.4 ... 50.7 Hz 49.2 ... 50.9 Hz
51.1 ... 57.9 Hz 50.9 ... 58.1 Hz
61.4 ... 97.3 Hz 61.2 ... 97.5 Hz
103.2 ... 195 Hz 103 ... 195.2 Hz
206 ... 298.6 Hz 205.8 ... 298.8 Hz
303.8 ... 395.3 Hz 303.6 ... 395.5 Hz
1)
395.7 ... 405.8 Hz 395.5 ... 406 Hz
LED is active
50 Hz and 60 Hz
LEDs are active
LED is active
60 Hz and 100 Hz
LEDs are active
LED is active
100 Hz and 200 Hz
LEDs are active
LED is active
200 Hz and 300 Hz
LEDs are active
LED is active
300 Hz and 400 Hz
LEDs are active
LED is active
100 ... 690 V
Phase
Display Range
L-L Voltage
Display at
Phase LEDs
L1 L2 L3
light up
connection with
N/PE
not indicated
missing phase
does not light up,
the other 2 do
light up
LED Display
120/208V 180 ... 300 V 104 ... 173 V
230/400V 360 ... 470 V 208 ... 271 V
400/690V 530 ... 800 V 306 ... 462 V
Phase
Sequence
L3 - L2 - L1 L1 L2 L3 light up
Corresponding
L-N Voltage
Display at Rotation LEDs
green LED rotates
in clockwise direction
red LED rotates in
counterclockwise direction
green or red LED rotates
clockwise or
counterclockwise
depending upon connection
50 Hz
60 Hz
100 Hz
200 Hz
300 Hz
400 Hz
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Reference Conditions
Ambient Temperature Relative Humidity Battery Voltage Line Voltage Line Frequency
+23°C ±2K 40 ... 60%
4.5 V ±0.25 V 230/400 V ±0.5%
50 Hz ±0.1 Hz Line Voltage Waveshape
sine, deviation between effective
and rectified value < 1%
Ambient Conditions
Storage Temperature Operating Temperature Relative Humidity Altitude
–25 °C ... +75 °C
–10 °C ... +50 °C
max. 75%, no condensation
to 2000 m
Power Supply
Battery
4 mignon cells, alkaline-
manganese per IEC LR6
(4 x AA-Size)
or 4 mignon cells, zinc-carbon
per IEC R6 Battery Voltage Battery Service Life
Electrical Safety
Protection Class Measuring Category Operating Voltage Contamination Level Test Voltage
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Interference Emission/Interference Immunity
Mechanical Design
Protection
IP XY (1st digit X)
Protection against the penetration of solid foreign matter
4 1.0 mm
Dimensions Weight
4 V ... 6 V
approx. 100 hours
with alkaline-manganese cells
II per IEC 61010-1
IV
600 V
2
5.55 kV
IEC 61326
IP40 per DIN VDE 0470 Part 1/
EN 60529
Extract from table on the signifi-
cance of IP codes
IP XY (2nd digit Y)
Protection against the penetration of water
0 no protection
84 mm x 195 mm x 35 mm
approx. 0.3 kg with batteries,
without protective rubber cover
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6 Maintenance

6.1 Batteries

Attention!
!
Disconnect the instrument from the measuring cir­cuit before opening to replace batteries.
Before initial start-up and after any period of storage, make certain that no battery leakage has occurred. Inspect for battery leakage at regular intervals as well.
If battery leakage has occurred, the electrolyte from the batteries must be carefully and completely removed with a damp cloth, and the batteries must be replaced before the instrument is placed back into service.
If none of the LEDs light up after a voltage has been applied, or if they are only faintly illuminated, the batteries must be replaced. The instrument requires four 1.5 V batteries in accordance with IEC or equivalent rechargeable batteries.
Replacing the Batteries
Lay the instrument onto its face, loosen both of the screws at the rear panel and lift out the housing base starting at the side at which the screws are located. The housing base and housing top are fastened together by means of snap hooks at the other side.
Replace the batteries in the battery holder with 4 new batteries. Replace the housing base starting at the side with the snap hooks and make certain that they are properly engaged.
Refasten the housing base with the two screws. Please dispose of depleted batteries in an environmentally
sound fashion, for example at an appropriate collection depot.
Note!
The phase sequence indicator is not equipped with any fuses!

6.2 Housing

No special maintenance is required for the housing. Keep outside surfaces clean. Use a slightly dampened cloth for cleaning. Avoid the use of cleansers, abrasives or solvents.
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7 Accessories (not included as standard equipment)

Variable Plug Adapter Set (article no. Z500A)
Three self-retaining, contact-protected test probes for the connection of mea­surement cables with 4 mm banana plugs or with contact-pro­tected plugs for 3.5 to 12 mm outlets, e.g. CEE outlets, Perilex outlets etc. For example, the test
probes fit into the square PE sockets at Perilex outlets. Maximum allowable operating voltage: 600 V per IEC 61010.
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8 Repair and Replacement Parts Service
DKD Calibration Lab and Rental Instrument Service
When you need service, please contact:
GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH Service Center Thomas-Mann-Strasse 20 90471 Nürnberg • Germany Phone +49 911 86 02 - 0 Fax +49 911 86 02 - 2 53 E-mail service@gossenmetrawatt.com
This address is for Germany only. Abroad, our representa­tives or establishments are at your disposal.

9 Product Support

When you need support, please contact:
GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH Product Support Hotline Phone +49 911 86 02 - 112 Fax +49 911 86 02 - 709 E-Mail support@gossenmetrawatt.com
Edited in Germany • Subject to change without notice • A PDF version is available on the Internet
GOSSEN METRAWATT GMBH Thomas-Mann-Str. 16-20 90471 Nürnberg • Germany Telefon +49-(0)-911-8602-0 Fax +49-(0)-911-8602-669 E-Mail info@gossenmetrawatt.com www.gossenmetrawatt.com
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