AEMC 275HVD User manual

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NON-CONTACT,
HIGH VOLTAGE DETECTOR
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DETECTOR DE ALTA
TENSIÓN SIN CONTACTO
275HVD
TEST
OFF
240V
2kV
6kV
11kV
22kV
33kV
132kV
275kV
ENGLISH User Manual
ESPAÑOL Manual de Instrucciones
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Statement of Compliance
Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC®Instruments
certifies 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 specifications.
The recommended calibration interval for this
instrument is 12 months and begins on the date of
receipt by the customer.
Serial #: ________________________________
Catalog #: 2131.12
Model #: 275HVD
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Date Received: _________________________________
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Non-Contact, High Voltage Detector 275HVD 1
Testing the 275HVD Before Operating:
The 275HVD is a battery operated instrument. It must be carefully checked each
time before use.
(1) Test Before Use:
Switch the sensitivity to “TEST”. The warning buzzer should emit A continuous
audible tone and the warning light LEDs should stay lit up with the 275HVD in all
positions. This indicates that the sensor is operational and the battery functional.
If there is any intermittent buzzer and/or light, do not operate the 275HVD.
Further operation is not to take place until authorized and qualied personnel
have reviewed the operation and cleared the instrument after proper Test
and Functional tests.
(2) Detection Test:
After a successful Test (1), perform the following steps to ensure that the 275HVD
detects voltage on a known live conductor.
Select the 240V• AC range and place the sensing head near a known live
(low voltage) conductor (if not available, rub the sensor with a cloth or
against a clothing item to generate a DC static charge which will trigger
the sensor circuit detection).
The warning light and warning beeper should go ON as if a live conductor•
were being tested.
NOTE: Positioning the sensing dome near a computer screen or a TV screen
(not liquid crystal display type) should also trigger the tester while on the 240V
selection.
(3) Battery:
If any malfunction or instability of the light and/or buzzer occurs, then the•
user should also check the battery compartment and/or batteries.
When installing a new set of batteries or before use, tighten the battery•
compartment completely and properly (insure the O-ring is well seated),
select the Test position and move the meter in different positions. In the
Test mode the light and buzzer should remain ON continuously and
be steady at all times. Otherwise, do not use the instrument.
Failure to properly close the battery compartment and/or the use of weak•
batteries may result in intermittent operation. Do not use the 275HVD if
intermittent operation occurs (see Test Before Use).
WARNING! - READ BEFORE USE!
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Table of Contents
Testing the 275HVD Before Operating..............................................1
1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................... 3
1.1 International Electrical Symbols................................................4
1.2 Receiving Your Shipment..........................................................4
1.3 Ordering Information.................................................................4
2. PRODUCT FEATURES ...................................................................... 5
2.1 Description................................................................................5
2.2 Typical Uses (always use a Hot Stick)......................................6
2.3 275HVD Features.....................................................................7
3. SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................. 8
3.1 Electrical ...................................................................................8
3.2 Mechanical................................................................................8
3.3 Environmental...........................................................................8
3.4 Detection Levels .......................................................................9
4. OPERATION .................................................................................. 11
4.1 Preparation for Use.................................................................11
4.2 Limitations on the Model 275HVD ..........................................11
4.3 Testing the 275HVD Before Operating ............................... 12
4.4 High Voltage Testing ...............................................................12
4.5 Low Voltage Testing................................................................13
4.6 Faults (Open) in Cables..........................................................14
4.7 Changing the Batteries ...........................................................14
Limited Warranty ...................................................................................16
Warranty Repairs...................................................................................16
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Warning
The Model 275HVD Non-Contact High Voltage Detector has been
designed with safety in mind. However, no design can completely protect
against incorrect use. The 275HVD should be used by trained and
qualied personnel only. The 275HVD can only be used with an
insulated rod or “Hot Stick” rated at the appropriate working volt-
age. The 275HVD Non-Contact High Voltage Detector is never to be
put into direct contact with a live conductor.
If caution or poor safety practices are not adhered to, electrical cir-
cuits can be dangerous and lethal.
This instrument should only be used by authorized and properly
trained personnel who fully understand the High Voltage testing
procedures.
Personnel working with high voltages should be trained regularly.
• Read the user manual carefully and completely before using the
tester. Fully understand the instructions before using this product.
• Follow the instructions for every test.
• Take all the necessary safety precautions. Do not exceed the limits
of this instrument.
• The 275HVD Non-Contact High Voltage Detector must never be in
physical contact with any conductor. This is a proximity detector, not
a detector which works by contact.
• Tests must only be carried out with the 275HVD attached to an
approvedinsulatedberglassrodorHotStick.
• Alwaysuseanauthorizedberglass(orequivalent)rodorHotStick
appropriately rated for the voltage with which you are working.
• Always check that the 275HVD Non-Contact High Voltage Detector
is working before and after the test.
• Verify the Range Switch setting before measuring. Make sure it is on
the correct setting for your application.
• Do not touch any exposed wiring, connections, or other “live” parts of
an electrical circuit.
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1.1 International Electrical Symbols
This symbol on the instrument indicates a WARNING and that
the operator must refer to the user manual for instructions before
operating the instrument. In this manual, the symbol preceding
instructions indicates that if the instructions are not followed, bodily
injury, installation/sample and product damage may result.
Risk of electric shock. The voltage at the parts marked with this
symbol may be dangerous.
1.2 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car-
rier and notify your distributor at once, giving a detailed description of any
damage. Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim.
Do not use an instrument that appears to be damaged.
1.3 Ordering Information
Non-Contact High Voltage Detector Model 275HVD.......Cat. #2131.12
Includes three 1.5V C-cell batteries, shotgun adapter, carrying case, and user
manual.
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CHAPTER 2
PRODUCT FEATURES
IMPORTANT WARNING
Never assume conductors that have been tested as
de-energized will stay de-energized.
Always install proper grounding devices before working.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
2.1 Description
The Non-Contact High Voltage Detector Model 275HVD is a high voltage
detector by proximity. It is not designed to enter into contact with
conductors.
The 275HVD should never touch conductors and must be used
with an insulated berglass rod or Hot Stick appropriately
rated for the voltage being tested.
The Non-Contact High Voltage Detector Model 275HVD is not a “measuring
instrument” per say, rather it is a product designed to warn the user of the
presence of voltage in a particular work site.
The 275HVD uses an internal sensor designed to detect the radiated
electrical eld (V/m) present in energized conductors. The radiated
electricaleldincreaseswiththelinevoltagebutdecreaseswithdistance
and/or shielding.
The 275HVD has eight voltage range settings. These correspond to
internaleldsensitivitysettings:thelowerthevoltagesetting;thehigher
thesensitivitytodetecttheelectricaleld;and,thegreaterthedetection
distance. It also has an “auto-test” setting to check functionality (see §
4.3).
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The 275HVD is battery powered and contains three standard 1.5V “C”
cells in the shaft below the sensing head.
Whenanelectricaleldisdetected,asoundannunciator(high-pitch,high
-powered buzzer) and visual indicators (bright LEDs) are triggered ON,
warning the user.
The body is made out of industrial grade UL rated polyamide (Type 66
Nylon).Theshotgunadapterattheshaftendisdesignedtotintomost
Hot Stick adaptors.
2.2 Typical Uses (always use a Hot Stick)
• Identifyandchecklivecables
• Checkanddetectlivehighvoltagecables
• Findfaultinexiblecables
• Checkgroundingequipment
• Serviceneonlighting
• Tracelivewires
• Checkhighfrequencyradiation
• Detectresidualorinducedvoltages
IMPORTANT WARNING
The275HVDdetectsradiatedelectricalelds.Toaccomplishthis,
an energized cable or sample must radiate an electrical eld.
Shielded cables or shielded samples do not radiate, or radiate very
smallelectricalelds.Also,cableswithconcentricneutralswillhave
asmaller/lowerradiatedeldthanplaininsulatedcables.
The 275HVD may not detect, as expected, an electrical eld on
shielded cables (buried cables are often shielded) or shielded
samples and the 275HVD has lower sensitivity on cables with
concentric neutrals.
It is not recommended to use the 275HVD on shielded cables or
shielded samples. Use extreme care on cables with concentric
neutrals (use a low setting).
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2.3 275HVD Features
1. Warning Light - Bright, low current Red LEDs triggered on voltage
detection
2. Warning Buzzer - High noise level buzzer triggered on voltage
detection
3. RotarySelectorwiththefollowingsettings:
• OFF-Turnthepick-upsensoroff
• TEST- Veriesthatthecircuitry is working
• 240V-2kV-6kV-11kV-22kV-33kV-132kV-275kV
4. Battery Holder
5. ShotgunadapterendttingforHotStickconnection
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CHAPTER 3
SPECIFICATIONS
3.1 Electrical
Ranges: 240V, 2kV, 6kV, 11kV, 22kV, 33kV, 132kV, 275kV
Detection Frequency: 40 to 70Hz
Power Supply: Three 1.5V “C” cell batteries
Power Consumption: 40mA
Signal Lamp: 47 lux @ 20cm
Sound Volume: 75 db @ 1m from detector
3.2 Mechanical
Case Height: 9" (229mm)
Case Width: 3.78" (96mm)
Weight: 1.30 lbs (0.59kg) batteries included
Shock Test: IEC 68-2-29
Vibration Test: EN 61010, clause 8.3
Drop Test: EN 61010, clause 8.4
Impact Test: EN 61010, clause 8.2
3.3 Environmental
Operating Temperature: 5° to 130°F (-15° to 55°C)
Storage Temperature: -4° to 150°F (-20° to 65°C)
Humidity: 0 to 93% RH @ 104°F (40°C)
Cold Temperature: IEC 68-2-1
Dry Heat: IEC 68-2-2
Damp Heat: IEC 68-2-3
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3.4 Detection Levels
The 275HVD is used by moving it closer to the live conductor until the
buzzer and light warnings are triggered. It is designed to detect at a lower
voltage than the range setting.
The following data is considered as typical response for the 275HVD. Vari-
ations may occur from unit to unit. As a general rule, in a “clean” environ-
ment, the 275HVD will trigger @ 45 to 65% of the voltage range at 4"/10cm,
and detected the selected voltage setting at 8 to 12" (20 to 30cm).
The following data provides indicative distances at which the 275HVD will
detect a given voltage. Note that these tests were conducted in ideal test
conditions (unshielded single conductor, lab environment, sensor head
perpendicular to conductor) and are not fully representative of the work
site,whichmayhaveothervoltagespresent(andwhichmayinuencethe
overall results).
The distances should only be taken as indicative and not as electrical
specications.Careshouldbetakenwheninpresenceofotherconductors
which may also be detected by the 275HVD (see § 4.2). Measurements
are based upon a 90° angle (sensor head perpendicular to conductor).
Range Setting Distance Voltage Detection
240V 4" – 10cm 75V – 90V
2kV 4" – 10cm 1.3kV
6kV 4" – 10cm 3.6kV
11kV 4" – 10cm 7.5kV
22kV 4" – 10cm 11kV
33kV 4" – 10cm 19.5kV
132kV 4" – 10cm Not Rated
275kV 4" – 10cm Not Rated
Range Setting Voltage Distance
240V 240V 10.5" - 27cm
2kV 2kV 10.5" - 27cm
6kV 6kV 11.5" - 29cm
11kV 11kV 10.5" - 27cm
22kV 22kV 12.2" - 31cm
33kV 33kV 11.0" - 28cm
132kV 132kV 10.0" - 25cm
275kV 275kV 10.0" - 25cm
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The following information provides typical detection distances when using
a lower setting than the line voltage.
Note that the distances may vary with each unit and will be affected based
on the actual environment. The values displayed were conducted in an
ideallabenvironmentandcannotrepresenteacheldenvironment.
SETTING VOLTAGE DISTANCE
240VAC 500VAC 12" - 32cm
240VAC 1kVAC 18" - 48cm
240VAC 2kVAC 29" - 75cm
240VAC 6kVAC 48" - 124cm
240VAC 11kVAC 57" - 146cm
240VAC 22kVAC 89" - 226cm
SETTING VOLTAGE DISTANCE
2kVAC 6kVAC 16" - 40cm
2kVAC 11kVAC 20" - 52cm
2kVAC 22kVAC 24" - 60cm
2kVAC 33kVAC 36" - 92cm
SETTING VOLTAGE DISTANCE
6kVAC 11kVAC 24" - 61cm
6kVAC 22kVAC 29" - 75cm
6kVAC 33kVAC 41" - 105cm
SETTING VOLTAGE DISTANCE
11kVAC 22kVAC 13" - 35cm
11kVAC 33kVAC 16" - 42cm
SETTING VOLTAGE DISTANCE
22kVAC 33kVAC 14" - 36cm
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CHAPTER 4
OPERATION
4.1 Preparation for Use
The Non-Contact High Voltage Detector should be inspected for any visible
signs of damage before using, battery condition and the checks described
below should be performed to ensure that it is operating correctly.
Whenyourstreceiveit,ifthereisanysignofdamageoriftheinstrument
does not operate correctly, return it to the distributor from which it was
purchased.
4.2 Limitations on the Model 275HVD
See Warning on Page 5 & 6
• Testing voltages on cable composed of multiple phases may be a prob-
lem. In particular, multiple phase cables twisted together may have
theirelectricaleldscancelingeachotherout(vectorsum),andamuch
lowerdetectableeldsignalmayresult.Thismayleadtonon-detection
if the range setting is too high. Try a lower range setting if this situa-
tion occurs. Keep in mind that the actual line voltage may be much
higher!
• Problems can arise when the 3-phase circuit of a 275/133/11kV trans-
formersaretested.TheelectriceldoftheHVandMVbusbarscan
trigger the detector when it is about one meter (approx 3 ft) above the
ground. Users must be aware that this is common with most of the
electriceldvoltagedetectors.The275HVDcanpickupadjacentcir-
cuitelectricaleldstotheonebeingtestedandmayindicatethewrong
information to the user.
• Electrical Field sensitivity is reduced when the 275HVD is used close
to grounding points.
• The Model 275HVD will work on cables with a concentric neutral.
• The Model 275HVD will not work on shielded cables.
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4.3 Testing the 275HVD Before Operating
( also READ Important warning on page 1)
Switch the sensitivity to “TEST”. The warning buzzer should emit continu-
ous audible tone and the warning light LEDs should light up. This indicates
that the sensor is operational and the battery functional.
Perform the following steps to ensure that the 275HVD detects volt-
age on a known live conductor.
• Selectthe240VAC range and place the sensing head near a known
live (low voltage) conductor (if not available, rub the sensor with
a cloth or against a clothing item to generate a DC static charge
which will trigger the sensor circuit detection).
• ThewarninglightandwarningbeepershouldgoONasifalive
conductor were being tested.
NOTE: Positioning the sensing dome near a computer screen or a TV
screen (not liquid crystal display type) should also trigger the tester while
on the 240V selection.
4.4 High Voltage Testing
See Warning on Page 5 & 6
The 275HVD Non-Contact High Voltage Detector works by proximity. It
is not designed to be in physical contact with live conductors. Its sensor
detectstheradiatedeldwhichsurroundsliveconductors.
Do not touch live conductors with the 275HVD
Non-Contact High Voltage Detector.
Radiatedeldstrengthincreaseswithvoltageanddecreasesquicklywith
distanceand/orgroundshielding.Theradiatedeldfromacablewhere
conductors supplying three-phase power are close together, tends to
cancel out (See § 4.2). The rotary switch (attenuator) is used to identify
and differentiate various HV live cables.
The tester must only be used with an appropriate insu-
lated rod or Hot Stick when measuring High Voltage.
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After checking the 275HVD and ensuring its good operation, select the
test range. It is recommended to start with a lower setting than the actual
working voltage, and then to try again with higher settings. The user may
also consider using lower settings to check for lower voltages on a con-
ductor.
With the 275HVD at the end of a hot stick, move towards the live conduc-
tor until its warnings are triggered.
TEST
OFF
240V
2kV
6kV
11kV
22kV
33kV
132kV
275kV
Hot Stick
4.5 Low Voltage Testing
See Warning on Page 5 & 6
The 275HVD Non-Contact High Voltage Detector works by proximity. The
275HVD is not designed to be in physical contact with live conductors. Its
sensordetectstheradiatedeldthatsurroundsliveconductors.
Do not touch live conductors with the 275HVD
Non-Contact High Voltage Detector.
Radiatedeldstrengthincreaseswithvoltageanddecreasesquicklywith
distanceand/orgroundshielding.Theradiatedeldfromacablewhere
conductors supplying three-phase power are close together, tends to
cancel out (See § 4.2). Detecting distance of a 250VAC single live wire
is about 4" (10cm). When grouped with neutral and ground wires, as in a
exiblecable,thedistanceisreducedto2"(5cm)orless.
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4.6 Faults (Open) in Cables
See Warning on Page 5 & 6
Faultsincertainexiblecablescanbedetectedwiththe275HVD.Ifthe
cable is still energized, set the 275HVD sensitivity so that it triggers, then
move the 275HVD along the cable until a change in condition is obtained.
An audible tone and LED should be on when the sensor is on the supply
side of the open and will turn off when on the other side.
TEST
OFF
240V
2kV
6kV
11kV
22kV
33kV
132kV
275kV
Hot Stick
4.7 Changing the Batteries
Batteries should be checked with a multimeter and replaced periodically.
The 275HVD Non-Contact High Voltage Detector uses 3 x 1.5V “C” cell
batteries.
Open the battery compartment (turn the shaft counter-clockwise) to
remove the batteries. Ensure that polarity is respected when installing new
batteries.
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Limited Warranty
The Model 275HVD Non-Contact High Voltage Detector is warranted to the
owner for a period of three (3) years from the date of original purchase against
defects in manufacture. This limited warranty is given by AEMC®Instruments,
not by the distributor from whom it was purchased. This warranty is void if the
unit has been tampered with, abused or if the defect is related to service not
performed by AEMC®Instruments.
For full and detailed warranty coverage, please read the Warranty
Coverage Information, which is attached to the Warranty Registration
Card (if enclosed) or is available at www.aemc.com. Please keep the
Warranty Coverage Information with your records.
What AEMC®Instruments will do:
If a malfunction occurs within the three-year period, you may return the
instrument to us for repair, provided we have your warranty registration
informationonleoraproofofpurchase.AEMC®Instruments will, at its option,
repair or replace the faulty material.
Warranty Repairs
What you must do to return an Instrument for Warranty Repair:
First, request a Customer Service Authorization Number (CSA#) by phone
or by fax from our Service Department (see address below), then return the
instrument along with the signed CSA Form. Please write the CSA# on the
outside of the shipping container. Return the instrument, postage or shipment
pre-paidto:
Ship To: Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC®Instruments
 15FaradayDrive•Dover,NH03820USA
 Phone:(800)945-2362(Ext.360)
[phone] (Ext. 360)
 Fax: (603)742-2346or(603)749-6309
 E-mail:[email protected]
Caution: To protect yourself against in-transit loss, we recommend you insure
your returned material.
NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument.
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