B2 HVA28TD User manual

HVA28TD
User Manual
E N G L I S H
DHV0053 Rev01
b2 High-Voltage
is a business division
of
b2 electronic GmbH
Riedstraße 1
6833 Klaus
AUS RIA
el. [phone]
Fax + 43 (0)5523 57373-5
www.b2hv.com
[email protected]
Subject to alternations-
errors excepted
Illustrations are not binding
Ultra-compact and uni ersal
VLF High Voltage Test Set
with Tangens Delta

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Table of Contents
1 FORWARD ...........................................................................................4
1.1 Regarding this Document ..................................................................4
1.2 Documentation Conventions.............................................................5
1.3 Legal Considerations .........................................................................6
2 SAFETY................................................................................................7
2.1 General Safety.....................................................................................7
2.2 Work Safety .........................................................................................7
2.3 Appropriate Applications...................................................................9
2.4 Operator Qualifications ......................................................................9
3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION.................................................................10
3.1 Technical Specifications
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3.2 Design Features ................................................................................11
3.3 Materials ............................................................................................12
4 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION .......................................................13
4.1 Control Elements ..............................................................................13
4.2 User Interface ....................................................................................16
4.3 Instrument Set-up .............................................................................18
4.4 Operation Modes...............................................................................23
5 TEST PROCEDURE...........................................................................26
5.1 Equipment Set-up .............................................................................26
5.2 Manual Test Mode.............................................................................28
5.3 Automatic Test Mode........................................................................33
5.4 Interrupting a Test ............................................................................38
6 TANGENS DELTA .............................................................................39
6.1 Application ........................................................................................39
6.2 Equipment Set-up .............................................................................39
6.3 Tangens Delta Test ...........................................................................41
6.4 PC Software HVA28TD .....................................................................43
6.5 Bluetooth® Setup and Config Procedure.......................................47
7 DISCONNECTION PROCEDURE......................................................64
8 INSTRUMENT CARE .........................................................................66
9 GLOSSARY AND ABBREVIATIONS ................................................67
10 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ..................................................68

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Purpose
This operating manual serves to ensure the proper and safe use of the
HVA28TD test instrument.
1.1 Regarding this Document
Target User
This operating manual is designed to inform various user groups. The scope
and depth of the information provided may not be appropriate for all users.
However, it is important that all users familiarize themselves with this document
in full. The following is a guideline indicating the most significant information as
a function of the user’s responsibilities.
User Responsibilities Focus
HVA Operator •To connect the equipment
•To carry out manual or pre-programmed
test sequence
•To verify validity of HVA application
•To adjust instrument settings
•To program automatic test sequences in
accordance with particular testing standards
All Sections
Particular focus on all
safety messages
Procurement,
Management
•To assure that the workplace is safe and
has all required equipment
•To assure that HVA operators are qualified
technicians
•To assure that operators fulfil their
responsibilities
Particular focus on safety
messages and information
regarding general product
description.
Safekeeping
NOTICE
This manual should always be on hand when using the HVA28TD test
instrument

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1.2 Documentation Conventions
The following explain the symbols, and safety messages found in this
document. The employment of safety symbols and signal words are according
to the American National Standards Institute standard ANSI Z535.6 "Product
Safety Signs and Labels".
Safety Messages
Symbols
Danger DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or
serious injury
Warning WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or
serious injury.
Caution CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or
moderate injury.
Notice
NOTICE
Indicates suggested practices to protect equipment and property.
Yellow triangle, framed in black: Used to indicate a potential hazard.
Only used in conjunction with description of the possible hazard!
Detailed symbol may correspond to this specific hazard.
Red outlined circle with red diagonal line: Used to indicate forbidden practices.
The described handling practice must not be carried out!
Blue circle with white exclamation mark: Used to indicate recommended
precautionary measures or a situation that can lead to property damage.

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1.3 Legal Considerations
Warranty
b2 provides a one-year warranty from the original purchase date of instrument
for all necessary parts and labor. This warranty is void in the event of abuse,
incorrect operation or use, unauthorized modification or repairs, or failure to
perform the specified maintenance as indicated in this operation manual. This
warranty does not include normal consumable items such as lamps, paper rolls,
printer ribbons, batteries or other auxiliary items.
This warranty and our liability are limited to replacing or repairing defective
equipment, at our discretion. Equipment that is returned to b2 must be packed
in original packaging. All shipped items must be prepaid and insured. No other
warranties are expressed or implied.
Contact Information
b2 electronic GmbH
Riedstrasse 1, Klaus
Vorarlberg, Austria
T: [phone]
F: [phone]
www.b2hv.at
[email protected]
Copyright
©2012 b2 electronic GmbH
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored, or translated
in hardcopy or electronic form without the written consent of b2.
Your opinion matters!
Your comments and suggestions are of value. We are dedicated to supporting
your needs. Offering you optimal documentation is part of our promise of
quality.
Improvement suggestions regarding this manual may be sent to:
[e-mail]
Thank you for your feedback!

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2 Safety
Safety is priority! Respect all safety information; only use the HVA28TD for
appropriate applications and ensure that operators possess the required
operator qualifications.
2.1 General Safety
2.2 Work Safety
NOTICE
Operation Manual
Before carrying out any high voltage test with this instrument, read this
Operating Manual in its entirety .
DANGER
Electric Shock Hazard
Never assume that equipment is safe to handle without using the necessary
safety equipment and earthing procedures.
•All procedures must comply with local safety regulations
•Always treat exposed connectors and conductors as potential electric shock
hazards.
•DUT must be earthed, de-energized and isolated from all power sources.
•All auxiliary electrical apparatus such as switchgear, surge arresters etc.
must be isolated from the test power source and the DUT.
•All cables and connectors must be inspected for damage before use.
Damaged equipment must not be used.
•Earth connections must be made first and removed last!
•DUT must be discharged and earthed before disconnecting the test lead.
• Avoid testing alone. In the event of an emergency another person’s
presence
may be essential.
DANGER
Authorized Personnel Only
The test area must be secured to keep non-qualified personnel off the premises!
•Signs must warn all persons of the high voltage test area.
•Only qualified electrical technicians should have access to the test area.
• Other persons must be accompanied by qualified electrical technicians and
must be informed of the risks involved.

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WARNING
Radiation Hazard
Testing vacuum bottles, above their voltage rating, with DC can produce
dangerous X-rays.
NOTICE
Equipment Handling
DUT must have clean connections.
Test instruments must only be repaired or modified by authorized
b2 personnel.
NOTICE
If required according to local safety regulations
Wear high voltage gloves when handling high voltage cables and equipment.

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2.3 Appropriate Applications
The HVA28TD test instrument is designed to perform high voltage insulation
testing of various types of highly capacitive loads.
Appropriate DUTs
DUT Type Examples
Cables •Extruded cables (e.g. XLPE)
•Laminated cables (e.g. PILC)
•Insulated cables
•Cable jacket / sheath
Other highly
capacitive loads
•Generators
•Switchgear
•Transformers
•Rotating machines
•Insulators
•Bushings
Appropriate Measurements
Measurement Examples
Test •Capacitance
•Resistance
•Dielectric breakdown voltage
•RMS current
•Applied voltage
2.4 Operator Qualifications
HVA operators must be qualified electrical technicians! Proof of necessary
qualifications for working in high voltage domain is mandatory. It is highly
recommended that operators have completed an emergency rescue training
program.
NOTICE
Other Applications
Before proceeding, contact b2 to validate appropriate use!

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3.1 Technical Specifications
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Characteristic HVA28TD
Input Voltage 100 – 240 V 50/60 Hz (400 VA)
Output Voltage
[Max.]
Sinusoidal: 0 – 28 kV peak, 20 kV rms
DC: ± 0 – 28 kV
Squarewave: 28 kV, Accuracy: ± 1%
Resolution: 0.1 kV
Output Current 0 – 20 mA (Resolution 1 µA) Accuracy: ± 1%
Resistance Range 0.1 MΩ….5 GΩ
Output Frequency 0.01 – 0.1 Hz in steps of 0.01 Hz (default 0.1 Hz) – auto frequency
selection
Output Load 0.5 µF @ 0.1 Hz @ 20kV rms
5.0 µF @ 0.01 Hz @ 20 kV rms
10.0 µF maximum Capacitance!1
Sheath Test Unmax: 10 kV
Duration: 1 min – 15 min
Trip Current: 0.1 mA – 5.0 mA
Sheath Fault Location² Unmax: 10 kV
Duration: 1 min – 60 min
Pulse/Period: 1:3/4 s, 1:5/4 s, 1:5/6 s, 1:9/6 s
Test Modes AC (VLF) Symmetrical and load independent across full range, DC
(plus or negative polarity), Burn-/ Fault Condition or Fault Trip Mode,
Jacket / Sheath Testing
Safety 50 Hz – 12 kV Feedback Protection / Dual Discharge Device
(internal)
Record Storage Built in Memory: up to 50 reports , 40 Test sequences
USB Memory Flash drive: Unlimited
Metering Voltage and Current (True rms and / or peak),
Capacitance, Resistance, Time, Flashover Voltage
Tangens Delta measurement
optimal accuracy ± 1 x 10
-4
Duty Continuous! No thermal limitation for operating time
PC Software [included] “HVA Control Center” for Windows XP / Vista / 7
Computer Interfaces Bluetooth and USB
Weight 14 kg
Dimensions [Peli Case 1430] 430mm x 240mm x 340mm
Environment Storage Temperature: -25°C to 70°C (-13F to 158F)
Operation Temperature: -5°C to 45°C (23F to 113 F)
Humidity: 5-70 % non-condensing;
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Technical Specifications are subject to change. b2 reserves the right to modify values in accordance with
future HVA28TD development.
² in combination with locating device (not in scope of supply)

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3.2 Design Features
To assure that the workplace is safe and that operators can fulfil their
responsibilities with ease, the HVA28TD provides the following features.
Feature Purpose / Application Advantage
Optimized Frequency
Selection /
Automatic load
measurement
•
To test capacitive loads
•No instrument restart necessary
•
Facilitates testing
•Limits number of connections to
the DUT
Fully Automatic Test
Sequences
•
To test according to IEEE or other
standards
•
Facilitates complex testing
•Facilitates test repetition
Real Time Display
•
To indicate instantaneous output
voltage display.
•
Facilitates testing
Load independent output
•
To indicate true symmetrical
sinusoidal and square wave
waveforms output
•
Facilitates testing
Built in Memory
•
To save test sequences
•To save test reports
•
Facilitates test repetition
•Facilitates documentation
Arc Management
•
To provide short-circuit protection
•To allow for fault conditioning
•
Limits test interruptions
commonly encountered when
using conventional HV test
instruments that immediately
trip on arc detection.
Automatic load
measurement
•
To limit connections to the DUT
•
Facilitates testing
Intelligent Design
•
To avoid moving parts and need for
lubrication
•
Reduces maintenance
•Improves instrument durability
and reliability
Instrument Lock-
Key switch (7)
•
To prevent against unauthorized use
•
Improves safety
Local and remote
emergency off switches
•
To shutdown operations in
emergency situation
•
Improves safety
Fully integrated discharge
and transient circuit
•
To ground the DUT after testing
•To protect the unit from transient over
voltages
•
Improves safety
•Protects instrument
Initial load clearance test at
reduced voltages
•
To check automatically for shorts or
grounds, during load measurement,
before test initiation
•
Improves safety
Return Voltage Indication
•
To monitor external high voltage
greater than 100V (AC or DC )
•
Improves safety
Discharge Status Indication
•
To indicate when DUT is not fully
discharged.
LED Red (3) lights when residual
voltage greater than 100V
•
Improves safety during normal
disconnection procedures
USB
•
To store test reports
•To upload test sequences
•
Facilitates documentation
•Facilitates Test repetition
Bluetooth
•
To send test reports
•To upload test sequences
•
Facilitates documentation
•Facilitates Test repetition
IP67 (with closed lid)
•
To avoid damage during transport or
storage
•To protect instrument from water
•
Protects instrument
•Improves functionality

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3.3 Materials
Shipment Content
Items included upon delivery of the HVA28TD are listed below. The * marking
specifies items that are country specific. For inquiries, please contact b2.
Art. No. Item Description Qty
GH0584 HVA28TD HV Anschlusskabel
1
GH0522 Earthing Cable Transparent
6mm2 / 4m; with 400A clamp
1
KEC0007 Power On Key
Spare key for Key switch (7)
1
KEK0038* Main Cable (Europe)
EURO 3m sw EN60320 / C13
1*
KDD0012 USB Stick Flash Drive b2
1
VK0046 HVA28TD Transport Box
475 x 365 x 555 mm
1
VKR0027 HVA28TD Laptop bag b2
1
VS0002 HVA28TD riser for Peli Case
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DHV0053 HVA28TD Operation Manual
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HVA28TD PC Software
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4 Design and Construction
4.1 Control Elements
H VA28TD control and connection components are located on the front panel.
Orientation Description
Front Panel •Test controls and emergency shutdown
•HV status information
•Cable and power source connections
•Air vent
•USB
Front Panel

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Switches and Controls
Pos. Name Description
1 Emergency OFF Activates emergency shutdown.
Operation is only possible when Emergency OFF is deactivated.
•To Activate Emergency OffPress in
•To Deactivate Emergency OffRelease latch and rotate
2 LED green Indicates HV status.
Green light indicates High Voltage is OFF
3 LED red Indicates HV status.
Red light indicatesHigh Voltage is ON (possible DANGER)
DUT not discharged
(residual voltage >100V)
4 Display screen Displays menu, options and status information.
5 Navigation knob Enables user to select options and functions shown on display.
See 4.2 User Interface
•To scroll selection up or downRotate
•To enter selectionClick (push in)
6 HV switch [on/off] Activates high voltage.
•To activate HV outputPress within 10 seconds after START
See 5.2 Manual Test Procedure
See 5.3 Automatic Test Procedure
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3 4
5
6
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Pos. Name Description
7 Key switch [on/off] Locks the unit to prevent against unauthorized use.
•To disable unitRemove key from the OFF Position
•To reactivate unit Replace key and turn to ON Position.
8 Earthing connector Serves as connection point from HVA to earth.
9 Power supply plug Serves as connection point from the HVA to the100V – 240V, 50/60 Hz
powers source.
10 HV output
connector
Serves as connection point from the HVA to the HV test lead.
To connectScrew the HV test lead into the HV output connector and
tighten
11 Air Vent Air inlet with filter, for cooling of electronic elements.
12 Air Vent Air outlet, for cooling of electronic elements.
13 Communication
port
Serves as connection point from the HVA to a USB device.

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4.2 User Interface
Main Screen
Element Description
Title
After activating the unit, display shows
“Main Menu”
Unit Indicates type of unit operated
Date and Time Indicates day, date and time
USB
Indicates if USB is enabled (green) or
disabled (red)
Bluetooth
Indicates if Bluetooth is enabled (green) or
disabled (red)
Scroll Button
If active, scroll up or down the screen
Up and Down
Arrow
Navigate with these arrows up and down if
a Control Box is active.
Control Box Active
Box is active, chose given selections
Control Box
Inactive
Box inactive, no selections to be chosen

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Display Navigation
The navigation knob (5) enables the user to select or change options shown on
the HVA display screen (4).
•To move to another item in a menu list or to any other field possible on the
actual displayed screenRotate the knob.
•To scroll through options or to change value displayed of an active field
Rotate the knob.
•To select marked option or to accept set value acceptPush in / “click”
Rotate Push in / „Click“

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4.3 Instrument Set-up
The HVA28TD instrument settings should be established prior to first utilization
and can be modified at anytime thereafter. “Instrument Settings” is found in the
main menu.
Instrument Setup
Steps IS1- IS7 describe how to do the Instrument Setup .
Step Procedure (Instrument Setup)
IS1: Settings
Select “Settings”
IS2: Instrument Setup
Select “Instrument Setup”