AEMC instruments 6550 User manual

10kV and 15kV MEGOHMMETERS
6550
6555
ENGLISH User Manual
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Statement of Compliance
Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC®Instruments certies
that this instrument has been calibrated using standards and
instruments traceable to international standards.
We guarantee that at the time of shipping your instrument has
met its published specications.
An NIST traceable certicate may be requested at the time of
purchase, or obtained by returning the instrument to our repair
and calibration facility, for a nominal charge.
The recommended calibration interval for this instrument is
12 months and begins on the date of receipt by the customer.
For recalibration, please use our calibration services.
Refer to our repair and calibration section at .
Serial #: ______________________________
Catalog #: 2130.31 / 2130.32
Model #: 6550 / 6555
Please ll in the appropriate date as indicated:
Date Received: ____________________________
Date Calibration Due: _______________________
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Thank you for purchasing a Megohmmeter Model 6550/6555.
For best results from your instrument and for your safety, read the enclosed operating instructions carefully and
comply with the precautions for use. These products must be only used by qualied and trained users.
Signies that the instrument is protected by double or reinforced insulation.
CAUTION - DANGER! Read the User Manual.
Risk of electric shock. The voltage at the parts marked with this symbol may be dangerous.
Refers to a type A current sensor. This symbol signies that application around and removal
from HAZARDOUS LIVE conductors is permitted.
Refers to a type B current sensor. Do not apply around or remove from HAZARDOUS LIVE
conductors without additional protective means (de-energizing the circuit or wearing protec-
tive clothing suitable for high voltage work).
Important instructions to read and to fully understand.
Useful information or tip to read.
USB socket.
Ground/Earth.
The CE marking guarantees conformity with European directives and with regulations covering
EMC.
Chauvin Arnoux®Inc. d.b.a. AEMC®Instruments has adopted an Eco-Design approach in order
to design this instrument. Analysis of the complete lifecycle has enabled us to control and
optimize the effects of the product on the environment. In particular this instrument exceeds
regulation requirements with respect to recycling and reuse.
The trash can with a line through it means that in the European Union, the product must
undergo selective disposal for the recycling of electric and electronic material, in compliance
with Directive WEEE 2002/96/EC.
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Precautions Before Use
This instrument and its accessories comply with safety standards IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-031, and
IEC 61010-2-030 for voltages of 1000V in Category IV at an altitude of less than 2000m, indoors, with
a degree of pollution of not more than 2. Failure to observe the safety instructions may result in electric
shock, re, explosion, and destruction of the instrument and of the installations.
■The operator and/or the responsible authority must carefully read and clearly understand the
various precautions to be taken in use. Sound knowledge and a keen awareness of electrical
hazards are essential when using this instrument.
■If the instrument is used other than as specied, the protection it provides may be
compromised, thereby endangering you.
■Do not use the instrument on networks of which the voltage or category exceeds those
mentioned.
■Do not use the instrument if it seems to be damaged, incomplete, or poorly closed.
■Before each use, check the condition of the insulation on the leads, housing, and accessories.
Any item of which the insulation is deteriorated (even partially) must be set aside for repair or
scrapping.
■Use only the leads and accessories supplied. Using leads (or accessories) of a lower voltage or
category reduces the voltage or category of the combined instrument and leads (or accessories)
to that of the leads (or accessories).
■Use personal protection equipment systematically.
■Keep your hands away from the terminals of the instrument.
■When handling the leads, test probes, and alligator clips, keep your ngers behind the physical
guard.
■As a safety measure, and to avoid interference, do not move and do not handle the leads during
measurements.
Definition of Measurement Categories (CAT)
■CAT IV - 3-Phase at utility connection, outdoor conductors:
-Origin of installation, or where low-voltage connection is made to utility power
-Electricity meters, primary overcurrent protection equipment
-Outside and service entrance, service drop from pole to building, runs between meter & panel
-Overhead line to detached building, underground line to well pump
■CAT III - 3-Phase distribution, including single-phase commercial lighting:
-Equipment in xed installations, such as switchgear and polyphase motors
-Bus and feeder in industrial plants
-Feeders and short branch circuits, distribution panel devices
-Appliance/equipment outlets with short connections to service entrance
■CAT II - Single-phase, receptacle-connected loads:
-Appliances, portable tools, and other similar light industrial/household loads
-Outlet and long-branch circuits
-Outlets at more than 30 ft from CAT III source
-Outlets at more than 60 ft from CAT IV source
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Receiving Your Shipment....................................................................................................................... 5
1.1.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts .......................................................................................... 5
2. PRODUCT FEATURES .......................................................................................... 6
2.1 Description............................................................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Front Panel Features.............................................................................................................................. 7
2.3 Display ................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.3.1 Example of Display Before Measurement ................................................................................... 8
2.3.2 Example of Display During Measurement ................................................................................... 8
2.3.3 Example of Display After Measurement...................................................................................... 8
2.4 Button Functions ................................................................................................................................... 9
2.4.1 TEMP Button............................................................................................................................... 9
2.4.2 ALARM Button .......................................................................................................................... 10
2.4.3 CONFIG Button ......................................................................................................................... 11
2.4.3.1 Before the Measurement ................................................................................................... 11
2.4.3.2 During the Measurement ................................................................................................... 15
2.4.4 DISPLAY Button ........................................................................................................................ 16
2.4.5 GRAPH Button .......................................................................................................................... 16
2.4.5.1 During a Measurement ...................................................................................................... 16
2.4.5.2 After a Measurement ......................................................................................................... 16
2.4.6 FILTER Button ........................................................................................................................... 18
2.4.7 HELP Button.............................................................................................................................. 19
3. INSTRUMENT CONFIGURATION ......................................................................... 20
3.1 Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast................................................................................................ 20
3.2 Selecting the Language ....................................................................................................................... 20
3.3 Choosing the Measurement of the Lead Compensation..................................................................... 21
3.4 Conguring the Instrument (SET-UP).................................................................................................. 21
3.4.1 Conguring the Instrument using the SET-UP Function ........................................................... 21
3.4.2 Congurable Parameters .......................................................................................................... 22
3.4.3 Resetting the Default Parameters ............................................................................................. 22
3.4.4 Measurement Parameters ......................................................................................................... 23
3.4.5 Adjustment of the Test Voltages................................................................................................ 24
3.4.6 Adjustment of the Alarm Thresholds......................................................................................... 25
4. OPERATION........................................................................................................ 26
4.1 Charging the Batteries ......................................................................................................................... 26
4.2 Using the Leads................................................................................................................................... 27
4.3 AC/DC Voltage Measurement.............................................................................................................. 27
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4.4 Insulation Measurements..................................................................................................................... 28
4.4.1 Description of the Measurement Principle ................................................................................ 28
4.4.2 Using a Fixed Voltage................................................................................................................ 29
4.4.3 Using a Variable Voltage............................................................................................................ 29
4.4.4 Using a Voltage Ramp............................................................................................................... 30
4.4.5 Using a Stepped Voltage........................................................................................................... 31
4.4.6 Connection................................................................................................................................ 32
4.4.7 Before the Insulation Measurement .......................................................................................... 33
4.4.8 During the Insulation Measurement .......................................................................................... 34
4.4.9 After the Insulation Measurement ............................................................................................. 36
4.5 Error Indications................................................................................................................................... 37
4.6 DAR (dielectric absorption ratio) and PI (polarization index) ............................................................... 37
4.6.1 DAR/PI Measurement................................................................................................................ 38
4.6.2 Interpretation of the Results...................................................................................................... 39
4.7 DD (dielectric discharge index) ............................................................................................................ 40
4.7.1 DD Measurement ...................................................................................................................... 40
4.7.2 Interpretation of Results............................................................................................................ 43
4.8 Capacitance Measurement.................................................................................................................. 43
4.9 Measurement of the Residual Current ................................................................................................. 43
5. MEMORY FUNCTION .......................................................................................... 43
5.1 Recording a Measurement................................................................................................................... 43
5.2 Reading Recorded Values.................................................................................................................... 45
5.3 Erasing the Memory............................................................................................................................. 46
5.3.1 Erasing One Record .................................................................................................................. 47
5.3.2 Erasing All Records ................................................................................................................... 47
5.4 Error Codes.......................................................................................................................................... 48
6. DATAVIEW®SOFTWARE ..................................................................................... 49
6.1 Installing DataView............................................................................................................................... 49
6.2 Megohmmeter Control Panel............................................................................................................... 52
7. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................... 52
7.1 Reference Conditions .......................................................................................................................... 52
7.2 Electrical Specications....................................................................................................................... 53
7.2.1 Voltage....................................................................................................................................... 53
7.2.2 Current....................................................................................................................................... 53
7.2.3 Insulation Resistance ................................................................................................................ 53
7.2.4 DAR, PI, and DD........................................................................................................................ 57
7.2.5 Capacitance .............................................................................................................................. 58
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7.3 Power Supply....................................................................................................................................... 58
7.3.1 NiMH Technology ...................................................................................................................... 58
7.3.2 Battery Charger ......................................................................................................................... 58
7.3.3 Optimize Battery Charging ........................................................................................................ 59
7.3.4 Battery Life ................................................................................................................................ 59
7.3.5 “Defect” message .................................................................................................................... 60
7.4 Environmental Specications............................................................................................................... 60
7.5 Mechanical Specications ................................................................................................................... 60
7.6 Safety Specications ........................................................................................................................... 61
7.6.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility .................................................................................................. 61
7.6.2 Mechanical Protections ............................................................................................................ 61
7.7 Variations in the Domain of Use........................................................................................................... 61
7.8 Inherent and Operating Accuracy........................................................................................................ 62
8. MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................. 62
8.1 Recharging the Battery ........................................................................................................................ 62
8.2 Replacing the Battery .......................................................................................................................... 63
8.3 Replacing the Fuse .............................................................................................................................. 63
8.4 Cleaning............................................................................................................................................... 63
8.5 Repair and Calibration ......................................................................................................................... 64
8.6 Technical and Sales Assistance........................................................................................................... 64
8.7 Limited Warranty.................................................................................................................................. 64
8.8 Warranty Repairs ................................................................................................................................. 65
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Receiving Your Shipment
Upon receiving your shipment, make sure that the contents are consistent with the packing list. Notify your
distributor of any missing items. If the equipment appears to be damaged, le a claim immediately with the
carrier and notify your distributor at once, giving a detailed description of any damage. Save the damaged
packing container to substantiate your claim.
Megohmmeter Model 6550 (Graphical, Analog Bargraph, Backlight, Alarm, Timer, 500V, 1000V,
2500V, 5000V, 10kV, Ramp, StepV, Variable, Auto DAR/PI/DD, USB, w/DataView®Software)...... Cat. #2130.31
Megohmmeter Model 6555 (Graphical, Analog Bargraph, Backlight, Alarm, Timer, 500V, 1000V,
2500V, 5000V, 15kV, Ramp, StepV, Variable, Auto DAR/PI/DD, USB, w/DataView®Software)..... Cat. #2130.32
Both models include set of 3 color-coded (red/blue/black) 9 ft (15kV ) integral leads and alligator clips (1000V
CAT IV), one 15kV jumper lead (blue), set of 2 color-coded test probes (red/black - 1000V CAT IV), optical
USB cable, 115V US power cord, 9.6V rechargeable NiMH batteries, small classic tool bag, and a USB stick
with DataView®software and a user manual.
1.1.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts
Replacement - Small classic tool bag............................................................................................ Cat. #2133.72
Replacement - Optical USB cable ................................................................................................. Cat. #2135.41
Replacement - One 9.6V NiMH battery (two are required) ............................................................ Cat. #2140.19
Replacement - Set of 3 color-coded (red/blue/black) 9 ft (15kV ) integral leads and
alligator clips (1000V CAT IV).......................................................................................................... Cat. #2151.14
Replacement - 15kV jumper lead (blue) ......................................................................................... Cat. #2151.15
Replacement - Set of 2, color-coded (red/black) test probes (1000V CAT IV)............................... Cat. #2152.23
Replacement - 115V US power cord ............................................................................................. Cat. #5000.14
Lead - Set of 3 color-coded (red/blue/black) 9 ft shielded safety leads with hippo clips (15kV) ... Cat. #2151.17
Lead - One shielded safety lead (black) 25 ft with hippo clips (15kV)............................................ Cat. #2151.18
Lead - One shielded safety lead (blue) 25 ft with hippo clips (15kV) ............................................. Cat. #2151.19
Lead - One shielded safety lead (red) 25 ft with hippo clips (15kV)............................................... Cat. #2151.20
Lead - One shielded safety lead (black) 45 ft with hippo clips (15kV)............................................ Cat. #2151.21
Lead - One shielded safety lead (blue) 45 ft with hippo clips (15kV) ............................................. Cat. #2151.22
Probe - Black Test Probe (1000V CAT IV, 15A, UL) ........................................................................ Cat. #2151.30
Probe - Red Test Probe (1000V CAT IV, 15A, UL) .......................................................................... Cat. #2151.31
Power cord - 240V EU.................................................................................................................... Cat. #5000.32
DataView Software Updates are Available at www.aemc.com
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2. PRODUCT FEATURES
2.1 Description
The Megohmmeter Models 6550 and 6555 are high-end portable measuring instruments capable of measuring
very high electrical insulation and resistance values. They are packaged in a rugged case, have a graphical LCD
screen and can operate on battery or AC power.
The Model 6550 makes insulation measurements at voltages up to 10,000V, the Model 6555 up to 15,000V.
Their main functions are:
■detection and measurement of input voltage, frequency, and current
■quantitative and qualitative insulation measurement:
-measurement at a xed test voltage of 500V, 1000V, 2500V, 5000V, 10,000V or 15,000VDC
-measurement at an adjustable test voltage from 40 to 15,000VDC
-measurement with a voltage ramp selectable in the ranges from 40 to 1100V or from 500 to 15,000V
-measurement with a voltage in steps from 40 to 15,000V with up to 10 steps and dwell times
-non-destructive (Early Break) test, test stopped at a preset current (Break at I-limit) or Burning
-calculation of the DAR, PI, and DD (dielectric discharge index) quality ratios
-calculation of the temperature corrected resistance
■measurement of the capacitance of the circuit tested
■measurement of the residual current
These megohmmeters contribute to the safety of electrical installations and equipment.
Their operation is managed by microprocessors that acquire, process, display, and store the measurements.
They have many advantages, such as:
■digital ltering of insulation measurements
■measurement of the voltage
■programming of thresholds to trigger audible alarms
■time controlled measurements
■current limit programming
■plotting of resistance, voltage, and current vs. time and current vs. voltage: R(t), V(t), I(t), and I(V)
■fuse protection, with defective fuse indication
■automatic discharge of the test voltage at the end of the measurement provides operator safety
■auto power off mode to save battery power
■battery charge condition indication
■large graphical display with backlight capability
■data storage of measurements
■real-time clock, and a USB interface
■conguration, real-time testing and data export to a PC (using the included DataView®software)
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2.2 Front Panel Features
TEMP ALARM CONFIG DISPLAY
MEM
HELP
FILTER GRAPH
110-230V 50/60 Hz
80 VA max
1000V CAT III
600V CAT IV
( 2500V )
MR
V RAMP
V VAR
OFF
SET-UP
V FIXED
Step
Voltage
15 kV MEGOHMMETER
MODEL 6555
START
STOP
1
2 3 4
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6
7
8
1Safety connection terminals “+”, “G” and “-”.
2Graphical, digital LCD (see § 2.3).
3Power receptacle for recharging the batteries.
4USB connection for communication with a PC.
5Seven-position rotary function switch.
6Navigation buttons for moving the cursor, selecting and changing values.
7START/STOP measurement button.
8Eight function buttons (see § 2.4).
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2.3 Display
The display is a graphical, digital LCD with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. It has built-in backlight, which can
be controlled by a long press on the HELP/ button.
2.3.1 Example of Display Before Measurement
FIXED VOLTAGE
1000 V
Input voltage
Frequency
Input current
Date 2011.05.23
-0.1 V DC
0.2 Hz
112 pA
Time 10:31
BURN
500 V 2500 V
ALARM
Test Run Time 00:02:00
The alarm is enabled
Test with programmed duration
The blinking value can be modified
using the navigation arrow keys
Value of the next lowest
available test voltage
Value of the external voltage present
on the terminals and its frequency
Current flowing between the terminals
No stop at current limit
Battery power level status
Measurement function
Value of the next highest
available test voltage
Programmed duration of the test
Date and Time
2.3.2 Example of Display During Measurement
10 100 110 10 10
100 1100 1
kΩMΩGΩTΩ
303.3 MΩ
3.244 µA
Elapsed Time 00:00:48
DF 20s
984 V
ALARM I-LIM
The measurement smoothing filtering is
active, with a time constant of 20 seconds
Value of the insulation resistance
The voltage generated is >70VDC
and therefore, dangerous
True value of the test voltage
Value of the insulation resistance
on the bargraph
Stop at current limit
Current flowing between the terminals
Elapsed time since the beginning
of the measurement
2.3.3 Example of Display After Measurement
995 MΩ
528 V 531 nA
Elapsed Time 00:01:12
DAR (30s/60s)
PI (1.0m/10m)
Capacitance
1.00
---
2.201 nF
RANGE E-BRKALARM
The insulation resistance is below the
alarm threshold
The measurement range is fixed
Value of the insulation resistance
True value of the test voltage at
the end of the measurement
Subsidiary results
The type of measurement is a
non-destructive test
Current at the end of the measurement
Duration of the measurement
The symbol indicates blinking.
If values are undetermined, they are represented by - - - -.
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2.4 Button Functions
If the audible signal has not been deactivated in SET-UP (see § 3.4), the instrument conrms each button press
by an audible beep. If the beep has higher frequency, this indicates that pressing the button is prohibited and
will have no effect.
A long press (press maintained for more than two seconds) is conrmed by a second audible beep.
BUTTON DESCRIPTION
TEMP
• Enter temperature and humidity information and calculate temperature corrected resistance
ALARM
• Enables/Disables the alarms
HELP /
• Displays Help information; Enables/Disables the backlighting of the display
MEM
• Stores the measurements
CONFIG
• Conguration of the measurement parameters
DISPLAY
• Switch between screens
FILTER
• Smoothing of the measurements
GRAPH • Switch graph mode ON/OFF
2.4.1 TEMP Button
This function is accessible only when the measurement is completed for V-VAR and V-FIXED only. It is used to
reference the measurement result to a temperature other than the one at which the measurement was made.
Temperature causes the resistance to vary according to a quasi exponential law. To a rough approximation,
raising the temperature by 18°F (10°C) halves the insulation resistance; conversely, lowering the temperature by
18°F (10°C) doubles the insulation resistance.
Comparing measurements to a single reference temperature makes it easier to evaluate insulation resistance
measurements taken at different times and temperatures.
Similarly, measuring the humidity improves the correlation between the various measurements made on a given
device.
Procedure:
■Make a measurement in V-FIXED or V-VAR mode.
■Press the TEMP button.
TEMP
TEMPERATURE
Air Temperature
Humidity
Probe Temperature
Rc Reference Temperature
∆T for R/2
--- °C
--- %
--- °C
--- °C
--- °C
R measured
Rc at --- °C
5.00 GΩ
--- kΩ
Use the ◄ ►▲▼ arrow buttons to enter the various parameters:
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■Air Temperature: the ambient temperature (optional).
■Humidity: the ambient relative humidity (optional).
■Probe Temperature: the temperature of the device tested. If it has not warmed up during the
measurement, it is equal to the ambient temperature.
■Rc Reference Temperature: the temperature to which the measured resistance will be referred.
■∆T for R/2: the temperature variation, known or estimated, sufcient to halve the insulation resistance.
To facilitate the programming, the instrument proposes default values.
The instrument then displays the insulation resistance referred to the reference temperature.
TEMPERATURE
Air Temperature
Humidity
Probe Temperature
Rc Reference Temperature
∆T for R/2
23 °C
40%
23 °C
40 °C
10 °C
R measured
Rc at 40 °C
5.00 GΩ
1.529 GΩ
If coefcient ∆T for R/2 is not known, it can be calculated from a minimum of 3 measurements made on the
same device at different temperatures.
Detail concerning the calculation performed:
The insulation resistance varies with the measurement temperature. This dependence can be approximated by
an exponential function:
Rc = Kt * Rt
where Rc: insulation resistance referred to 40°C
Rt: insulation resistance measured at temperature T
Kt: coefcient dened as follows:
Kt = (1/2) ^ ((40 - T)/∆T)
where ∆T: temperature difference at which the insulation resistance is halved
2.4.2 ALARM Button
ALARM
Press the ALARM button to enable the alarm dened using the CONFIG button (see 2.4.3) or in
SET-UP (see § 3.4). The ALARM symbol is then displayed.
If the measurement is less than the alarm threshold, the instrument indicates this by blinking the
ALARM symbol on the display and emitting an audible signal.
Press the ALARM button again to disable the alarm; the ALARM symbol disappears from the
display.
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2.4.3 CONFIG Button
2.4.3.1 Before the Measurement
If the V-FIXED or V-VAR. test voltages have been chosen, there are two conguration screens. There is only one
for the V-RAMP and V-STEP test voltages.
Press the CONFIG button (press CONFIG again to exit):
CONFIG
CONFIG
Total Run Time ---
Manual Stop
Manual Stop + DD
Timed Run (m:s) 2:00
Timed Run + DD
DAR (s/s) 30/60
PI (m/m) 1.0/10
■Manual Stop: measurements are stopped manually.
■Manual Stop + DD: measurements are stopped manually and dielectric discharge ratio (DD) is
calculated at the end of the programmed duration.
■Timed Run + DD: measurement is automatically stopped at the end of the programmed duration and
dielectric discharge ratio (DD) is calculated.
■DAR: measurement is automatically stopped at the end of one minute
(or of the programmed time, if different).
■PI: measurement is automatically stopped at the end of 10 minutes
(or of the programmed time, if different).
It is always possible to stop a measurement during a test with programmed duration by pressing the START/
STOP button.
The ▲▼ arrow buttons are used to select the measurement
conguration.
CONFIG
When Timed Run (test with programmed duration) or Timed Run + DD is selected, the duration of the
measurement (m:s) can be set.
CONFIG
Total Run Time 00:02:00
Manual Stop
Manual Stop + DD
Timed Run (m:s) 2:00
Timed Run + DD
DAR (s/s) 30/60
PI (m/m) 1.0/10
To do this, use the ◄ ►▲▼arrow buttons.
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The test will run for the time programmed. However, if, during the measurement, the rotary switch position is
changed or the START/STOP button is pressed, the measurement will stop.
Press the DISPLAY button to
see the second conguration
screen.
DISPLAY
Test Type
I-Range
Disturbance Level
2500V
CONFIG
Burn-in
1 mA
Auto(2)
Low
< 2.5 MΩ
Maximum Ouput Current
The ▲▼ arrow buttons are used to
select and modify a parameter.
The second conguration screen depends on the rotary switch setting.
The V-RAMP and V-STEP settings only use the second page of the conguration screen.
The second conguration screen is used to choose:
■The type of test (Test Type)
■Nondestructive test (Early Break)
The measurement will be stopped at the rst breakdown current peak detected. This type of test is used for
non-destructive tests. The current is limited to 0.2mA.
The E-BRK symbol is displayed.
FIXED VOLTAGE
1000 V
Input voltage
Frequency
Input current
Date 2011.05.23
10 V AC
50.0 Hz
24.6 pA
Time 10:31
E-BRK
500 V 2500 V
■Stopping the test at a preset current (Break at I-limit)
The measurement will be stopped when the current reaches the maximum value (Maximum Output Current)
dened by the user (see below). This type of test is useful for testing varistors or other types of voltage limiter.
The I-LIM symbol is displayed.
FIXED VOLTAGE
1000 V
Input voltage
Frequency
Input current
Date 2011.05.23
10 V AC
50.0 Hz
24.6 pA
Time 10:31
I-LIM
500 V 2500 V
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■Burning
The measurement is not stopped depending on the current. Depending on the application, this type of test can
be used to determine the location of insulation faults when there is Burning: appearance of an electric arc during
the test or burn spot after the test.
The BURN symbol is displayed.
FIXED VOLTAGE
1000 V
Input voltage
Frequency
Input current
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10 V AC
50.0 Hz
24.6 nA
Time 10:31
BURN
500 V 2500 V
■The Maximum Current (Maximum Output Current)
This is the current not to be exceeded in any type of test. (In the test type Break at I-limit the measurement is
stopped if this value is reached.).
Use the ▲▼ arrow buttons to set it between 0.2 and 5mA for test types Burning and Break at I-limit. For test
type Early break this value is xed to 0.2mA.
■The Current Range (I-range)
This function is used to make measurements more rapidly when their order of magnitude is already known.
Use the ▲▼ arrow buttons to set the value to Auto or Range 1, 2 or 3.
Current < 300nA 60nA < I < 50µA 10µA < I < 6mA
Current range 123
For example for VN = 10,000V :
Current range 1 2 3
Resistance R > 30GW200MW< R < 16,6GW10MW* < R < 1 GW
*10MWbecause Imax = 1mA at 10,000V.
The xed current range remains active until the instrument is switched off.
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The RANGE symbol is displayed.
FIXED VOLTAGE
1000 V
Input voltage
Frequency
Input current
Date 2011.05.23
10 V AC
50.0 Hz
24.6 nA
Time 10:31
RANGE BURN
500 V 2500 V
■Interference of the Signal (Disturbance Level)
Use the ▲▼ arrow buttons to set the value, from Low to High. The DH symbol is then displayed.
FIXED VOLTAGE
1000 V
Input voltage
Frequency
Input current
Date 2011.05.23
10 V AC
50.0 Hz
24.6 nA
Time 10:31
DH
500 V 2500 V
The High setting is recommended when measurements are made in the presence of strong electromagnetic
elds at the network frequency (for example near high-voltage lines).
■In the V-FIXED and V-VAR Modes: the alarm threshold
Use the ▲▼ arrow buttons to set the alarm threshold.
The alarm threshold can also be set in SET-UP (see § 3.4).
The ALARM symbol is displayed if the alarm is enabled.
FIXED VOLTAGE
1000 V
Input voltage
Frequency
Input current
Date 2011.05.23
10 V AC
50.0 Hz
24.6 nA
Time 10:31
ALARM BURN
500 V 2500 V
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■In the V-RAMP mode: the programming of the ramp (Set Ramp Function)
Use the ▲▼ arrow buttons to go to Set Ramp Function; the instrument displays the voltage ramp values
programming screen. This programming can also be done in SET-UP (see § 3.4).
■In the V-STEP mode: the programming of the step (Set Step Function)
Use the ▲▼ arrow buttons to go to Set Step Function; the instrument displays the voltage step values
programming screen. This programming can also be done in SET-UP (see § 3.4).
2.4.3.2 During the Measurement
During the measurement (for V-VAR and V-FIXED), the CONFIG button is used to choose the current range:
automatic (default) or xed. For more details, refer to the previous section.
■Once the measurement has started, press the CONFIG button. The following screen appears:
CONFIG
502 MΩ
502 V 978 nA
Elapsed Time 00:00:12
Set 500V
I-Range
Disturbance Level
Auto(2)
Low
BURN
CONFIG
■Use the ◄ ►▲▼ arrow buttons to modify the measurement current range. Changes are applied and
saved immediately after entry.
■Conrm and exit by pressing the CONFIG button again.
■If the range is xed, the RANGE symbol is displayed.
■The choice remains active until the rotary switch is moved to another position.
During the measurement, it is also possible to turn the analog lter ON/OFF (Disturbance Level). For more
details, refer to the previous section.
In the case of a variable test voltage, the voltage set is also displayed and can be modied during the
measurement.
502 MΩ
2305 V 4.61 µA
Elapsed Time 00:00:12
BURN
Set 2300V
I-Range
Disturbance Level
Adjustable Voltage
Fix 2
Low
2300 V
RANGE
CONFIG
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2.4.4 DISPLAY Button
This button is used to browse through the various accessible screens containing all information available
before, during or after the measurement. Depending on the measurement mode and the conguration chosen
(CONFIG button), the screens are different.
2.4.5 GRAPH Button
During the measurement, and at the end of each measurement, pressing the GRAPH button displays a
graphical presentation of the measurement results. On the rst screen, the insulation resistance vs. time R(t)
and the voltage vs. time V(t) are shown.
MΩ
GRAPH
508 V
508 V
3.018 GΩ
3.018 GΩ
00:01:00
00:01:00
3050
3000
2950
2900
2850
V
510
500
490
480
470
0 1:00 2:00 3:00 4:00
Insulation resistance axis
Curve R(t)
Time axis
Minimum and maximum values of the
voltage and the resistance and time
at the location of the cursor
Test voltage axis
Curve V(t), identified by x's
This curve is plotted using samples recorded during the measurement.
2.4.5.1 During a Measurement
There is no cursor. Each new measurement result is automatically added to the curve and its values are
shown in one line above the graphical area.
2.4.5.2 After a Measurement
The time indication in the upper right of the screen is blinking, this is the indication for cursor mode.
The ◄ ► arrow buttons can be used to move the time cursor along the curve. The minimum and maximum
values at the cursor position are shown in two lines above the graph area. If the time span on the time axis is
4 minutes (which is the smallest possible) these lines are the same and represent one sample.
Depending on the range of the left vertical scale it may be possible to move the vertical scale and the
corresponding curve with the ▲▼ arrow buttons.
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