Associated Research HYAMP 3240 User manual

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Operation and Service Manual
13860 West Laurel Drive, Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045 USA
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HYAMP®Series
Model 3240
40 Amperes AC/DC GROUND BOND TESTER
Serial ————————
Item 40067 •Version 1.00
Printed August 21, 2017
RoHS 2
COMPLIANT
2011/65/EU

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer: Associated Research
A Divison of Ikonix USA
Address: 13860 W. Laurel Dr.
Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA
Product Name: HYAMP®Ground Bond Tester
Model Number: 3240
Conforms to the following Standards:
Safety: IEC 61010-1:2010
IEC 61010-2-030 :2010
CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 61010-1-12
CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 61010-2-030-12
EMC: EN 61326-1:2013
EN 61000-3-3 :2013/IEC 61000-3-3 :2013
EN 61326-1/2014
EN 61000-3-3/2014
EN 55011/2009A1:2010
EN 6100-4-5/2014
IEC 61000-4-2 :2008
IEC 61000-4-3 :2006+A1 :2007+A2 :2010
EN 61000-4-4 :2012/IEC 61000-4-4 :2012
EN 61000-4-6 :2014
EN 61000-4-8 :2010IEC 61000-4-8 :2009
EN 61000-4-11 :2004/IEC 61000 :4-11 :2004
Supplementary Information
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
and the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU with respect to the following substances: Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Cadmium (Cd), He-
vavalent chromium (CR (VI)), Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE), Deca-BDE incuded.
Last two digits of the year in which the CE marking was afxed: 17
The technical le and other documentation are on le with Associated Research
Joseph Guerriero
President / General Manager
Associated Research
Lake Forest, Illinois USA
August 21, 2017

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Warranty Policy
Associated Research, certies that the instrument listed in this manual meets or exceeds published manufacturing specications.
We calibrated this instrument using standards that are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Your new instrument is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of (3) year from the date of
shipment.
5-Year Program
All Associated Research instruments include the opportunity to extend the standard warranty for up to a period of 5 years.
Returning instruments to Associated Research for their annual calibration and inspection will extend the instrument’s warranty
for an additional year. This warranty is extendable for up to ve years and annual returns must be made in succession starting
one year after the original purchase date. There are no additional costs for the 5 year product warranty. You are responsible
for the annual calibration fees and shipping costs. This extended warranty is non-transferable and is offered only to the original
purchaser. You must obtain a return material authorization (RMA) from Associated Research before returning this instrument for
warranty service. Please contact our customer care center at 1-800-858-TEST (8378) to obtain an RMA number. It is important
that the instrument is packed properly for safe transport. Please contact our customer care center for proper instructions on
packaging. We will not honor damages sustained as a result of improper packaging. You must prepay transportation costs for
the return of the instrument for warranty service. Associated Research will assume the return freight costs when returning your
instrument. The return method will be at the discretion of Associated Research.
Operator Modications
Any non-authorized modications, tampering or physical damage will void this warranty. Elimination of any connections in the
earth grounding system or bypassing any safety systems will void this warranty. This warranty does not cover accessories not of
Associated Research manufacture. Parts used must be parts that are recommended by Associated Research as an acceptable
specied part. Use of non-authorized parts in the repair of this instrument will void the warranty.
Associated Research will not be responsible for any injuries sustained due to unauthorized equipment modications or use
of parts not specied by Associated Research Instruments returned to Associated Research with unsafe modications will be
returned to their original operating condition at your expense.

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Table of Contents
Safety Precautions and Warning Symbols for High Current Testing ...........................................................................................5
Front Panel Controls.....................................................................................................................................................................6
Rear Panel Controls ......................................................................................................................................................................7
Setup Instructions.........................................................................................................................................................................8
Getting to Know Your Instrument ................................................................................................................................................9
Main Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................................11
1. Setup System .............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
2. Setup Tests..................................................................................................................................................................................33
2.1 Setup Ground Bond Test .................................................................................................................................................34
3. Perform Tests.............................................................................................................................................................................. 39
4. Security........................................................................................................................................................................................ 45
5. FailCHEK...................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
6. MyMenu.......................................................................................................................................................................................48
Using Remote I/O and PLC Control ............................................................................................................................................49
Appendix A - Installation and Test Operator Information .........................................................................................................52
Installation ............................................................................................................................................................................52
1. Unpacking and Inspection ................................................................................................................................................. 52
2. Safe Lifting and Carrying Instructions ............................................................................................................................. 52
3. Contents of the Carton ...................................................................................................................................................... 52
4. Preparation for Use ............................................................................................................................................................ 53
5. Power Cable ........................................................................................................................................................................53
Operating Environment....................................................................................................................................................... 54
Storage and Shipment......................................................................................................................................................... 54
Test Operator and Safety Considerations .......................................................................................................................... 54
1. Qualifications ......................................................................................................................................................................54
2. Safety Procedures...............................................................................................................................................................55
3. Dress..................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
4. Medical Restrictions ........................................................................................................................................................... 55
5. Test Station.......................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Appendix B - Instrument Specifications.....................................................................................................................................59
Appendix C - Series Options ......................................................................................................................................................59
Appendix D - Remote Bus Interface: RS-232 ............................................................................................................................ 60
Appendix E - Replacement Parts List ........................................................................................................................................73
Appendix F - Calibration Procedure...........................................................................................................................................75
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Safety Precautions and Warning Symbols for High Current Testing
GENERAL: Review this product and its related documentation for familiarization with safety markings and instructions
before operation.
This product is a Safety Class I instrument (provided with a protective earth terminal). Before applying power verify that the input
voltage to the instrument is 115VAC±10% or 230VAC±10% and the correct fuse is installed.
Product will be marked with this symbol when it is necessary to refer to the operation and service manual in order to
prevent injury or equipment damage.
S’il vous plaît se référer au manuel d’instructions de mise en garde ou information sur la prudence pour éviter des
blessures ou des dommages au produit
Product will be marked with this symbol when hazardous voltage or current may be present.
Avertissement des tensions dangereuses qui peuvent être présentes
Product will be marked with this symbol at connections that require earth grounding.
Le produit sera marqué de ce symbole au niveau des connexions qui nécessitent à la terre.
Caution and Warning Symbols
Calls attention to a procedure, practice, or condition that could possibly cause bodily
injury or death.
Appelle l’attention sur une procédure, une pratique ou une condition qui pourrait causer des blessures corporelles ou la mort.
Calls attention to a procedure, practice, or condition that could possibly cause damage
to equipment or permanent loss of data.
Appelle l’attention sur une procédure, une pratique ou une condition qui pourrait causer des blessures corporelles ou la mort.
The HYAMP produces voltages and currents that can cause harmful or fatal
electric shock. To prevent accidental injury or death, these safety procedures must be strictly
observed when handling and using the test instrument.
Le HYAMP, des tensions et des courants qui peuvent causer des chocs électriques dangereux ou mortel. Pour éviter toute
blessure ou un décès accidentels, ces procédures de sécurité doivent être strictement respectées lors de la manipulation et
l’utilisation de l’appareil de contrôle.
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING

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Front Panel Controls
RESET BUTTON: Resets the instrument. If a failure condition occurs during a test, pressing this button will reset the
system, shut off the alarm and clear the failure condition. You must press the Reset button before performing another
test or changing any of the setup parameters. This button also serves as an abort signal to stop any test in progress.
TEST BUTTON: This is a momentary contact switch used to start a test. Press the green button to turn on the high
voltage output when in test mode. The indicator lamp within the button will light when test expires with pass condition.
TOUCH SCREEN GRAPHIC LCD: Displays all the information and allows full control of the instrument.
SENSE+ TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the + sense lead for 4-wire Kelvin current measurement. This connection
provides accurate current measurement during the Ground Bond test.
SENSE- TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the - sense lead for 4-wire Kelvin current measurement. This connection
provides accurate current measurement during the Ground Bond test.
POWER SWITCH: Powers the test instrument ON or OFF.
BARCODE USB PORT: This USB style port allows for connecting a barcode scanner.
DATA USB PORT: This USB style port allows for connecting a USB ash drive to extract test and system data.
CURRENT OUTPUT TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the high current output lead, adapter box high current lead
or test xture high current lead to the instrument. This connection provides the output current for the ground bond and
continuity.
TOGGLE: This button allows you to toggle between test les if you are wearing gloves.
MY MENU: Brings up the MyMENU screen.
HIGH CURRENT INDICATOR: This indicator ashes to warn the operator that high current is present at high current out-
put terminal.
RETURN TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the return test lead, adapter box return lead or test xture return lead to
the instrument. This connection provides the return current path.
RETURNCURRENT
RESET
TEST
HYAMP® Series
GROUND BOND TESTER
SENSE +
TEST
SENSE -
My Menu / Select
POWER DATA
BARCODE
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Rear Panel Controls
Rear Panel SENSE+ TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the + sense lead for 4-wire Kelvin current measurement. This
connection provides accurate current measurement during the Ground Bond test.
Rear Panel CURRENT OUTPUT TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the high current output lead, adapter box high current
lead or test xture high current lead to the instrument. This connection provides the output current for the ground bond.
Rear Panel RETURN TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the return test lead, adapter box return lead or test xture return
lead to the instrument. This connection provides the return current path.
Rear Panel Rear SENSE- TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the - sense lead for 4 -wire Kelvin current measurement. This
connection provides accurate current measurement during the Ground Bond test.
CALIBRATION BUTTON: To put the instrument into the calibration mode push this button and turn on the power switch
simultaneously.
BUS INTERFACE: Standard USB connector for interconnection to bus interface.
REMOTE SIGNAL OUTPUT: 9-Pin D-type subminiature female connector for monitoring PASS, FAIL, and PROCESSING
output relay signals.
REMOTE SIGNAL INPUT: 9-Pin D -type subminiature male connector for remote control of TEST, RESET, and REMOTE
INTERLOCK DISABLE functions, as well as MEMORY SELECTION.
CHASSIS GROUND (EARTH) CONNECTION: For added operator safety, connect this terminal to earth ground.
FUSE RECEPTACLE: To change the fuse, unplug the power (mains) cord and turn the fuse receptacle counter-clockwise. This
will expose the fuse compartment. Always replace with properly rated fuse.
INPUT POWER RECEPTACLE: Standard IEC 320 connector for connection to a standard NEMA style line power (mains) cord.
SIGNAL OUTPUT SIGNAL INPUT
CAL.
USB
REMOTE INTERFACE
GND
T10A 250V
100-120~ / 200-240V~
850VA MAX., 50Hz / 60Hz
INPUT
SENSE -CURRENT RETURNSENSE +
OUTPUT

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Setup Instructions
Power Up Sequence
1. Connect the power input plug into its socket on the rear panel of the instrument. Connect the male end of the plug to the
outlet receptacle.
2. Connect the Interlock Disable key to the Remote Input connector on the back panel of the instrument. This is required in order
to run a test. For more information on the interlock, see section for Remote I/O.
Only insert the main plug in a socket outlet with a protective ground (earth) contact. This protective
ground must not be defeated by the use of an extension cord without a protective conductor.
La che principale ne doit être insérée dans une prise de courant avec une masse (terre) avec système de protection. Cette terre
de protection ne doit pas être vaincu par l’utilisation d’ une rallonge sans conducteur de protection.
WARNING
To Grounded
Power Source

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Main Menu
3. Turn on the POWER switch located on the lower left hand side of the front panel. Upon powering the instrument up, a POWER
ON SELF TEST (POST) will automatically be performed. This test will check for the condition of the ram chips, PCB’s and other
critical components. The instrument screen will then default to the main menu.
The default screen is the main menu screen of the instrument. From this screen you can access all the functions and settings of
the instrument:
Getting to Know Your Instrument
Using the Touch Screen
The touch screen display of the HYAMP provides full control of the instrument. Use the he touch screen to setup system and test
parameters as well as security setup and calibration. HYAMP’s touch screen functions just like any other touch screen.
Soft Keys
The HYAMP touch screen has 3 functional keys: Back, Home and Perform Tests:
Use the Home key to return
to the Main Menu.
Use the Perform Tests key to navigate
to the Perform Tests screen.
Use the Back key to return
to a previous menu.
RETURNCURRENT
RESET
TEST
HYAMP® Series
GROUND BOND TESTER
SENSE +
TEST
SENSE -
My Menu / Select
POWER DATA
BARCODE

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Touch
The various screens of the HYAMP will display icons and parameters.
Touch the appropriate icon or parameter with the ngertip as shown
in the image to the right.
Scroll and Swipe
A scroll bar on the right side of the screen indicates that there are
additional parameters or features. To scroll up and down between
parameters touch the screen anywhere scroll upward or downward.
Swipe left to right in order to change parameters when setting up
test or system values.
Drag and Drop
You can drag and drop meters on your perform test screen. There
are four meter locations, simply touch meter, hold, and drag to
desired location.

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Main Menu
Upon powering up, the instrument will default to the Main Menu. The Main Menu is also the default home screen.
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Main Menu
Setup Tests Screen - Create test les.
Setup System Menu - Instrument
global parameters such as time and
date, calibration and hardware.
Security Menu - Access instrument
lockout and security features.
Perform Test Screen - Navigate to the
Perform Tests screen in order to run a
test sequence.
My Menu Screen - User customized
menu.
FailCHEK Menu - Check the instrument’s
failure detectors
*Note – Details of each system and test parameter are listed in the relevant sections of the manual.

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1. Setup System
From the default main menu touch the Setup System icon to enter the Setup System sub menu. This is where all System
Parameters can be edited:
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Main Menu
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Setup System Menu Cont.
Setup System Menu
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Time and Date Menu Calibration Alert Menu
Continued on next page C
Import and Export menu's will appear when USB is
detected in data port.

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Setup System Continued
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Hardware Menu
Information Screen Import Menu
Export Menu
Interface Menu

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Time and Date
Time and Date menu allows the user to edit and save the System Time and Date. This time and date will be used to stamp the
test results data.
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Time and Date Menu
Setup System Menu
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Enter the current date to set System
Date.
Select the Date Format for System Date.
Enter current time to set System Time.
Select the Time Format for System
Time.

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Calibration Alert
The Calibration Alert menu allows the user to setup alerts prior to the Calibration Due date. The user can also edit the Calibration
Due date. It is not recommended that the Calibration Due date be changed once the instrument has been calibrated. Associated
Research recommends annual calibrations for all models.
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Calibration Alert Menu
Setup System Menu
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Select Calibration Alert ON or OFF.
Enter a Calibration Alert Date.
Enter a Calibration Due date.
The above Calibration Alert screen will
be displayed upon powering up the
instrument, on and after the Calibration
Alert Date. This screen will display the
Calibration Due Date of the instrument.

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Information Screen
The Information screen displays all instrument information including: Model Number, Serial Number, Calibration Date, Company
Information and Firmware Version.

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User Interface
The User Interface menu allows the user to edit Results, Touch Sound, Alarm Volume, Language, Home Screen, Color Style and
Dual Test parameters.
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User Interface Menu
Setup System Menu
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Select end of test Result Screen. Select Touch Sound ON or OFF.
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Enter Alarm Volume level.
Select start up Home Screen.
Select System Language.
Select System Color Style.
User Interface Continued

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User Interface Parameter Descriptions
Descriptions of User Interface parameters are listed in the following table:
RESULT Select how the test results will be displayed at the end of a test or test sequence.
LAST The results of the last step performed will be
displayed on the Perform Tests screen. There
will not be a change in appearance or special
screen displayed in this mode
ALL Results summary screen will be displayed at the
end of the test or sequence of connected steps
displaying the results of all of the steps.
P/F Pass or Fail screen will be displayed at the end
of the test.
Touch
Sound
Set the instrument to emit a short audible beep anytime the screen is touched. Select between ON or OFF.
Alarm
Volume
Set the instrument alarm volume. The numbers corresponding to the different volume settings are 0 through 9, 0
meaning the volume is off, and 9 being the loudest setting.
Language Set the instrument display in the desired language. The available languages on the HypotULTRA instruments are
English, Chinese, Simplied Chinese, German, French, Turkish, Portuguese and Spanish.
Home
Screen
Set the default screen upon instrument power up. Choose between Perform Test, Menu or My Menu.
Color
Style
Set the color style of the touch screen.

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Import
The Import menu allows the user to import System and Test Files from a USB ash drive into the instrument memory. The Import
menu will only appear under the Hardware menu if a USB ash drive is inserted into the Data port on the front panel of the
instrument.
Setup System Menu
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Import Menu
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Import System le.
Import System and all Test les.
Import a single Test le.
Import all Test les.