Introduction; User Notes; Safety Notes - Seaward PV100 Notice D'utilisation

Solar Installation PV100

Introduction

The Solar Installation PV100 is a hand held, battery powered, multi-function solar
photovoltaic installation test instrument capable of performing all of the electrical tests
required by IEC 62446, including:
Earth continuity @ 200mA
Open circuit panel, string or array voltage
Voltage polarity
Short circuit panel, string or array current
Insulation resistance at 250V, 500V and 1000V
AC or DC Operating current

1 User Notes

This instrument and its operating instructions are intended for use by adequately
trained personnel.
The following symbols are used in these operating instructions and on the Solar
Installation PV100.
Warning of electrical danger!
Indicates instructions must be followed to avoid danger to persons.
Important, follow the documentation! This symbol indicates that the operating
instructions must be adhered to in order to avoid danger.

2 Safety Notes

In order to ensure safe operation of this instrument, all notes and warnings in these
instructions must be observed at all times.
The PV100 is intended for use in a dry environment only.
The PV100 RED and BLACK 4mm test terminals may be used to make
measurements on circuits rated up to CAT III 300 V AC/DC with reference to
earth. Do not connect the PV100 to voltages which may exceed this rating.
The PV test terminals maximum rating: 1000V DC open circuit voltage, 10A
short circuit current. Do not exceed this rating. The DC supply must be isolated
from earth during testing.
High voltages are present at the probe tips of the PV100 during insulation
resistance measurement. Always hold test probes behind the hand guards.
Check the PV100 and all associated cables and leads before operating the
equipment. Do not use if there are signs of damage.
Only used the test leads supplied with the PV100.
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Operating Instructions