Y160 - Simulateur de défauts Seaward - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Fault Simulator for Electrical Safety Testers
Model Variants	Y160 (bare ended terminals), Y160H (UK plug), Y160S (Schuko plug)
Main Functions	Earth Bond, Insulation Resistance, AC Dielectric Withstand (Flash)
Earth Bond Resistance (nominal)	Approx. 0.1 Ω
Insulation Resistance (500V)	0.4 MΩ at AC, 0.2 MΩ at DC
Flash Test Trip Current	5 mA
Flash Test Trip Voltage Range	0.9 kV to 1.1 kV
Maximum Test Voltage	1500 V AC
Operating Temperature Range	5 °C to 40 °C
Protection Rating	IP40 (IEC 60529)
Overvoltage Category	II
Contamination Degree	2 (IEC 61010-1)
Maximum Operating Altitude	2000 m
Environmental Condition	Dry indoor use only
Warranty	1 year from delivery
Manufacturer	Seaward Electronic Ltd., UK
Contact for Support	www.seaward.com/support

Frequently Asked Questions - Y160 Seaward

What is the purpose of the Seaward Y160 Fault Simulator?

The Y160 Fault Simulator is designed to quickly and simply verify the test functions of an Electrical Safety Tester, including Earth Bond, Insulation Resistance, and AC Dielectric Withstand (Flash) tests.

What are the differences between Y160, Y160H, and Y160S models?

The Y160 has bare ended terminals for connection. The Y160H is fitted with a UK plug for easy connection. The Y160S has a Schuko plug for European test sockets.

How do I use the Y160 to check the Earth Bond function?

Connect the simulator to the tester's test socket. Perform an Earth Bond test for no longer than 5 seconds. A reading of approximately 0.1 Ω indicates a pass. To simulate a failure, set the tester's limit to 0.09 Ω.

What should I do to test the Insulation Resistance function?

Connect the simulator and perform a 500V insulation test for 1 second. The expected reading is 0.4 MΩ for AC voltage or 0.2 MΩ for DC. Set the lower limit to 1 MΩ to test the trip circuit failure.

How do I verify the Flash (Dielectric Withstand) test function?

Set the trip limit to 5 mA and ramp voltage from 0V to no more than 1500V. The simulator should cause a failure between 0.9 kV and 1.1 kV with current exceeding 5 mA.

Can the Y160 be used with any electrical safety tester?

Yes, the Y160 series is designed to work with most electrical safety testers. Ensure proper connection according to the model (bare ends, UK plug, or Schuko plug) and follow the operating instructions.

What safety precautions should I take when using the Y160?

Do not touch the product or test leads during testing. Only use the simulator when correctly connected to the equipment under test. Never plug the fault simulator into a mains outlet. Do not exceed stated test voltages (1500V).

What environmental conditions are required for operation?

The Y160 is designed for dry indoor use only. Operating temperature range is 5°C to 40°C without moisture condensation. Maximum altitude is 2000m. The device has IP40 protection and is rated for overvoltage category II and contamination degree 2.

How long is the warranty period for the Y160?

Seaward provides a 1-year warranty from the date of delivery.

Where can I get support or additional information?

Visit www.seaward.com/support for support. For sales and delivery inquiries, call [phone] or email [e-mail]. For service, calibration, and repair, contact [phone] or email [e-mail].

USER MANUAL Y160 Seaward

Y160 / Y160H / Y160S Fault Simulator

Operating Instructions

SEAWARD

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Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability

Seaward guarantees this product for a period of 1 year.

The period of warranty will be effective at the day of delivery.

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Disposal of Old Product

This product has been designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused.

When the crossed out wheelie bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product iscovered by the European Directive 2012/19/EU. Please familiarise yourself with the appropriate local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products.

Please dispose of this product according to local regulations. Do not dispose of this product along with normal waste material. The correct disposal of this product will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

User Notes

DO NOT touch the product or test leads while performing checks.

Only perform testing where the Fault Simulator is correctly connected to the outlet box of the equipment under test, where the simulator is provided with a plug for connection.

DO NOT plug the fault simulator into any mains outlet

DO NOT exceed stated test voltages

Y160 – Instructions for use

The Y160 Fault simulator is intended to provide a quick and simple method of ensuring the test functions of an Electrical Safety Tester are working as expected. It is assumed the operator is

competent with the operation of the test equipment and is trained to understand the hazards that may arise with performing High voltage testing.

The Y160 fault simulator series has 3 main test functions, Earth Bond, Insulation Resistance and AC Dielectric Withstand (Flash) Test.

Note: Y160 is supplied with bare ended connection terminals, and the Y160Hare supplied with a plug for easy connection to UK or output terminals. The Y160S is fitted with a Schuko plug for connection to equipment with European test sockets.

Notes for HAL Users

For each test below it is advised to create a single test sequence for each test. This way the fail condition can be logged, Creating all three tests within a single sequence will not be possible, as the aim is to fail the test. We cannot perform the next test if the sequence fails

Checking the Earth Bond Function

The Y160 is designed to offer a pass and a fail measurement for instruments with a 0.1 limit.

1) Plug the Y160H / Y160S into the test socket of the Test Instrument to be checked.
2) If using a Y160 connect the output clip of the test instrument to the Earth Cable of the simulator.
3) Connect the Earth Return Clip of the Test Instrument to the external metal connection point.
4) Perform an Earth Bond Test for no longer than 5s.
5) Perform the test and observe a reading of approx. 0.1 , if your tester has a limit, set this to 0.09Ohms to initiate a Failure condition.

Checking the Insulation Resistance Function

1) Plug the Y160H / Y160S into the test socket of the Test Instrument to be checked.
2) If using a Y160 ensure the Live and Neutral cables of the fault simulator are connected to the output terminal of the test equipment, and that the Earth cable is connected to the return terminal of the test instrument.
3) Perform an Insulation Resistance Test at 500V Test Voltage, a one second test time should be sufficient.
4) Perform the test and observe a reading of 0.4MΩ if performed at ac voltage or 0.2MΩ if performed at dc
5) If you wish to check the trip circuits, set your lower limit to 1MOhms and ensure the test fails

Checking the Flash Test Function

1) Plug the Y160H / Y160S into the test socket of the Test Instrument to be checked
2) If using a Y160 ensure the Live and Neutral cables of the fault simulator are connected to the output terminal of the test equipment, and that the Earth cable is connected to the return terminal of the test instrument.
3) Ensure the Trip Limit of the Flash Tester is set to 5mA.
4) Perform a Flash Test ramping the voltage from 0V, do not exceed 1500V.
5) The unit should produce a fail condition and operate the trip function of the instrument between 0.9 and 1.1kV with a reading greater than 5mA.

Environmental Conditions

The Y160/ Y160H / Y160S have been designed to perform test and measurements in a dry indoor environment.

Maximum barometric elevation at which measurements can be recorded is 2000m.

Contamination degree 2 according to IEC 61010-1.

Overvoltage Category II

Protective system IP40 according to IEC 60529.

Operating temperature range of 5^ C to 40^ C without moisture condensation.

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Seaward Electronic Ltd.

15 - 18 Bracken Hill

South West Industrial Estate

Peterlee

County Durham

SR8 2SW

United Kingdom