User Manual

10/ 2013 BENNING PV 1-1
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Operating instructions
BENNING PV 1-1
Battery-operated photovoltaic tester for installation testing and periodic inspection of mains-
coupled photovoltaic systems in compliance with VDE 0126-23 (DIN EN 62446):
- protective conductor resistance measurement with a testing current of 200 mA DC
- automatic display of the voltage polarity with acoustic / visual warning in case of wrong
polarity
- open-circuit voltage measurement at the PV module/ PV string with up to 1000 V DC
- short-circuit current measurement at the PV module/ PV string with up to 15 A DC
- insulating resistance measurement with a testing voltage of 250 V, 500 V, 1000 V DC
- functional test by means of current measurement using an optional current clamp adapt-
er with up to 40 A AC/ DC
- measurement of the insolation, PV module temperature and ambient temperature by
means of the optional insolation and temperature measuring instrument BENNING SUN 2
Table of contents
1. User notes
2. Safety note
3. Scope of delivery
4. Unit description
5. General information
6. Environment conditions:
7. Electrical specifications
8. Making measurements with the BENNING PV 1-1
9. Maintenance
10. Environmental notice
1. User notes
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This operating manual is intended for qualified technical personnel! Qualified
technical personnel is competent to identify risks and to prevent possible
hazards. Improper handling involves the risk of injury!
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Warning of dangerous electric voltage!
Absolutely observe all safety instructions!
Always observe international, national and - if applicable - regional regulations of electrical engi-
neering. Relevant skills of electrical engineering are absolutely required.
The BENNING PV 1-1 is intended for making measurements in dry environment (More details in
chapter 6. “Environmental conditions”).
The following symbols are used in these operating instructions and on the BENNING PV 1-1:
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Warning of electrical danger!
Indicates instructions which must be followed to avoid danger to persons.
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Important, comply with the documentation!
The symbol indicates that the information provided in the operating instructions must
be complied with in order to avoid risks.
This symbol on the BENNING PV 1-1 means that the BENNING PV 1-1 complies
with the EU directives.
This symbol appears on the display to indicate discharged batteries. As soon as the
battery symbol ashes, immediately replace the batteries by new ones.
Symbolizes a PV module
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(AC) Alternating voltage or current.
(DC) Direct voltage or current.
Ground (Voltage against ground).
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Protection class I
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Protection class II