IKONIX SCi 260 Series Installation and operating instructions

Operation &
Service Manual
Model 264, 266 • V1.05
Model 264 (40 Amperes Ground Bond Tester)
Model 266 (60 Amperes Ground Bond Tester)
Item 99-10760-01
Printed May 20, 2020
RoHS 2
COMPLIANT
2011/65/EU
Model 266 Model 264

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer: SCI a Division of Ikonix USA
Address: 28105 N. Keith Drive
Lake Forest, IL 60045
USA
Product Name: SCI 260 Series
Model Number: 264
Conforms to the following Standards:
Safety: UL 61010-1:2012
CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 61010-1-12
IEC 61010-1:2010
IEC 61010-2-30:2010
EN 61010-1:2010
EN 61010-2-30:2010
EN 61010-31:2002+A1:2008
EMC: EN 61326-1:2013 Class A
EN 55011:2009+A1:2010 Group 1, Class A,
EN 61000-3-3:2013/ IEC 61000-3-3 :2013,
EN 61000-4-2:2008/IEC 61000-4-2 :2008
EN 61000-4-3:2006+A1 :2006+A2 :2010,
IEC 61000-4-3:2006+A1 :2007+A2 :2010,
EN 61000-4-4:2012/IEC 61000-4-4:2012,
EN 61000-4-5:2014 /IEC 61000-4-5 :2014
EN 61000-4-6:2014/IEC 61000-4-6:2013,
EN 61000-4-8:2010/IEC 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 and 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), Hexavalent chromium (Cr (VI)), Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), Polybrominated
diphenyl ethers (PBDE), Deca-BDE included.”
Last two digits of the year the CE mark was rst axed: 16
The technical le and other documentation are on le with Slaughter Company, Inc.
Joseph Guerriero
President
SCI a Division of Ikonix USA
Lake Forest, Illinois USA
May 20, 2020

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer: SCI a Division of Ikonix USA
Address: 28105 N. Keith Drive
Lake Forest, IL 60045
USA
Product Name: SCI 260 Series
Model Number: 266
Conforms to the following Standards:
Safety: UL 61010-1:2012
CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 61010-1-12
EN 61010-1:2010
EN 61010-2-30:2010
EMC: EN 61326-1:2013 Class A
EN 55011:2009+A1:2010 Group 1, Class A,
EN 61000-3-2:2014/IEC 61000-3-2 :2014,
EN 61000-3-3:2013/ IEC 61000-3-3 :2013,
EN 61326-1 :2013(Industrial Locations)
EN 61000-4-2:2009/IEC 61000-4-2 :2008
EN 61000-4-3:2006+A1 :2008+A2 :2010,
IEC 61000-4-3:2006+A1 :2007+A2 :2010,
EN 61000-4-4:2012/IEC 61000-4-4:2012,
EN 61000-4-5:2006 /IEC 61000-4-5 :2005
EN 61000-4-6:2014/IEC 61000-4-6:2013,
EN 61000-4-8:2010/IEC 61000-4-8 :2009,
EN 61000-4-11 :2004/IEC 61000-4-11 :2004
Supplementary Information:
Supplementary Information:
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU and 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), Hexavalent chromium (Cr (VI)), Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), Polybrominated
diphenyl ethers (PBDE), Deca-BDE included.”
Last two digits of the year the CE mark was rst axed: 16
The technical le and other documentation are on le with Slaughter Company, Inc.
Joseph Guerriero
President
SCI a Division of Ikonix USA
Lake Forest, Illinois USA
May 20, 2020

Warranty Policy
SCI a Division of Ikonix USA certies that the tester listed in this manual meets or exceeds published manufacturing
specications. This tester was calibrated using standards that are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology
(NIST).
Your new tester is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of (1) year from date of shipment.
SCI recommends that your tester be calibrated on a twelve-month cycle. A return material authorization (RMA) must be
obtained from SCI. Please contact our Customer Support Center at 1-847-932-3662 to obtain an RMA number. Damages
sustained as a result of improper packaging will not be honored. Transportation costs for the return of the tester for warranty
service must be prepaid by the customer. SCI will assume the return freight costs when returning the tester to the customer. The
return method will be at the discretion of SCI.
Except as provided herein, SCI makes no warranties to the purchaser of this tester and all other warranties, express or implied
(including, without limitation, merchantability or tness for a particular purpose) are hereby excluded, disclaimed and waived.
Any non-authorized modications, tampering or physical damage will void your 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
SCI manufacture. Parts used must be parts that are recommended by SCI as an acceptable specied part. Use of non-authorized
parts in the repair of this tester will void the warranty.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................................................................................................1
Front Panel Controls........................................................................................................................................................................2
264 Rear Panel Controls..................................................................................................................................................................3
266 Rear Panel Controls..................................................................................................................................................................4
Setup Instructions for Model 264/266..........................................................................................................................................5
Getting to Know Your Tester................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
1. Working with Memories ................................................................................................................................................................................................6
2. Perform Test Screen.........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
3. Program Memory Location..........................................................................................................................................................................................6
4. Setting up a GND Bond Test ........................................................................................................................................................................................7
System Parameter Descriptions ........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Setting System Parameters .................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Using the Display.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
1. Test Mode Displays.........................................................................................................................................................................................................12
2. Failure Mode Displays...................................................................................................................................................................................................13
3. Error Messages.................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Reviewing Test Results for Multistep Sequences.......................................................................................................................................................14
Using the Remote I/O ....................................................................................................................................................................15
Signals on Remote I/O ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................16
Using the Tester Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................17
Using the Test Leads...............................................................................................................................................................................................................17
Appendix A - Installation and Test Operator Information .......................................................................................................18
Installation ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
1. Unpacking and Inspection..........................................................................................................................................................................................18
2. Safe Lifting and Carrying Instructions ...................................................................................................................................................................18
3. Contents of the Carton.................................................................................................................................................................................................18
4. Preparation for Use ........................................................................................................................................................................................................19
5. Power Cable ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................19
Operating Environment........................................................................................................................................................................................................19
Storage and Shipment ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................20
Packaging ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................20
Test Operator and Safety Considerations ..................................................................................................................................21
1. Qualications....................................................................................................................................................................................................................21
2. Safety Procedures...........................................................................................................................................................................................................21
3. Dress.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................21
4. Medical Restrictions.......................................................................................................................................................................................................21
5. Test Procedures ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................21
6. Test Station........................................................................................................................................................................................................................22
Appendix B – 260 Series Tester Specications.......................................................................................................................... 23
Appendix C - 264/266 Options.................................................................................................................................................... 27
APPENDIX D - Remote BUS Interface: USB ................................................................................................................................ 32
Appendix E - Replacement Parts List - Model 264/266............................................................................................................ 38
Appendix F - Service and Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 39
Appendix G – Calibration Procedure ......................................................................................................................................... 40

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Safety Precautions
GENERAL
This product and its related documentation must be reviewed for familiarization with safety markings and instructions before
operation. This product is a Safety Class I tester (provided with a protective earth terminal).
Before applying power verify that the tester is connected to the correct line voltage and the correct fuse is installed.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL SYMBOL. PLEASE REFER TO THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR SPECIFIC WARNING OR CAUTION
INFORMATION TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT.
INDICATES HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES MAY BE PRESENT.
CHASSIS GROUND SYMBOL.
WARNING CALLS ATTENTION TO A PROCEDURE, PRACTICE, OR CONDITION, THAT COULD POSSIBLY
CAUSE BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING A TEST PRODUCES VOLTAGES AND CURRENTS WHICH 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 TESTER.
CAUTION Calls attention to a procedure, practice, or condition that could case damage to equipment
or permanent loss of data.

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Front Panel Controls
RESET BUTTON - This is a momentary contact switch used to reset the tester. If an out-of-range reading is detected
during a test, the red failure lamp within the button will light. To reset the system for the next test, press and release this
button. This button may also be used to abort a 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
current output when in test mode. The indicator lamp within the button will light when test expires with pass condition.
LCD DISPLAY - The Liquid Crystal Display is the main readout for the operator and programmer of the test settings and
test results.
RETURN OUTPUT JACK - For the connection of the detachable 5 foot (1.52 m) black return test lead or three-prong
receptacle adapter box. This jack is always used when performing a Ground Bond test.
CURRENT OUTPUT JACK - Use this jack for the connection of the detachable 5-foot (1.52 m) red high current test lead
or adapter box. This jack is used when performing a Ground Bond test.
POWER SWITCH - Use this to turn instrument ON or OFF.
PUSH BUTTON - Use this knob to advance forward/backward through the setup menus and to setup system and test
parameters.
HIGH CURRENT LED INDICATOR - This indicator ashes to warn the operator that high current is present at the high
current output terminal.

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264 Rear Panel Controls
POSITION FOR OPTIONAL REAR OUTPUT JACKS Please refer section Optional Rear Panel Controls for details.
CALIBRATION ENABLE KEY - To enter the calibration mode press this key while the tester is being powered ON.
USB INTERFACE - Optional USB port for serial communication. Refer to Option 03 in Options Section of
this manual.
REMOTE OUTPUT - 9 pin D subminiature female connector for monitoring PASS, FAIL, and PROCESSING output relay
signals.
REMOTE INPUT - 9 pin D subminiature male connector for sending TEST, RESET, Hardware INTERLOCK, and Withstand
Processing signals.
CHASSIS GROUND (EARTH) TERMINAL - This safety terminal should be connected to a good earth ground before
operation.
FUSE RECEPTACLE - To change the fuse unplug the power (mains) cord and turn the fuse cap counter clockwise to
remove the fuse.
INPUT POWER RECEPTACLE - Standard IEC 320 connector for connection to a standard NEMA style line power
(mains) cord.
THERMAL FAN - To cool the tester.
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266 Rear Panel Controls
POSITION FOR OPTIONAL REAR OUTPUT JACKS - Please refer section Optional Rear Panel Controls for details.
CALIBRATION ENABLE KEY - To enter the calibration mode press this key while the tester is being powered ON.
USB INTERFACE - Optional USB port for serial communication. Refer to Option 03 in Options Section of this manual.
REMOTE OUTPUT - 9 pin D subminiature female connector for monitoring PASS, FAIL, and PROCESSING output
relay signals.
REMOTE INPUT - 9 pin D subminiature male connector for sending TEST, RESET, Hardware INTERLOCK, and Withstand
Processing signals.
FUSE RECEPTACLE - To change the fuse unplug the power (mains) cord and turn the fuse cap counter clockwise to
remove the fuse.
INPUT POWER RECEPTACLE - Standard IEC 320 connector for connection to a standard NEMA style line power
(mains) cord.
CHASSIS GROUND (EARTH) TERMINAL - This safety terminal should be connected to a good earth ground before
operation.
THERMAL FAN - To cool the tester.
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Setup Instructions for Model 264/266
Power-Up Sequence:
1. Check to be sure the correct input line cord is used.
2. Connect the power input plug into its socket on the rear panel of the tester.
The SCI 260 series of testers has an automatic input voltage range.
3. Connect the male end of the plug to the grounded AC outlet.
4. Connect the Interlock Disable key to the Remote Input connector on the back
panel of the tester. This is required in order to run a test. For more information
on the interlock, see section Using the Remote I/O.
5. Turn on the POWER switch located on the lower left hand side of the front panel. Upon powering the tester 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. In addition the display will show the following message, with the actual model number and software
version number.
6. The tester will recall the last memory program that was active and the display will show the parameters that were
programmed into that memory. The tester is now ready for operation.
WARNING PLEASE BE SURE THAT THE SAFETY GROUND ON THE POWER LINE CORD IS NOT
DEFEATED AND THAT YOU ARE CONNECTING TO A GROUNDED POWER SOURCE. ALSO,
CONNECT THE REAR PANEL CHASSIS GROUND FOR ADDITIONAL SAFETY
Grounded
Power
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Getting to Know Your Tester
1. Working with Memories
The model 264/266 is equipped with 5 memory locations numbered M1 through M5. Each memory location contains one
step that can be connected sequentially to the next consecutive step.
2. Perform Test Screen
The Perform Test Screen displays 4 parameters
Follow the setup procedures to set the desired parameters. The display will show the Ground Bond test settings
depending:
*The underscore character may be displayed after the Memory Location number, i.e. M1_. This indicates that another congured
test will execute after the displayed test has completed.
3. Programming Memory Location
Display* Description
Ground Bond test display

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4. Setting up a GND Bond Test
START
PROGRAM A MEMORY: CHANGE CURRENT
When CURR is selected. Press the
rotary knob to edit the Current.
The rst digit of Current will blink.
Turn the yellow rotary knob to
scroll to desired parameter to
edit CURR.
Turn the rotary knob to change
the Current for each digit.
Press the rotary knob to select the
setting and move to the next digit.
When done, you will be returned
to the previous menu.
START
PROGRAM A MEMORY: CHANGE HILIMIT
When HI-L is selected. Press the
rotary knob to edit the HI-Limit.
The rst digit of HI-Limit will blink.
Turn the yellow rotary knob to
scroll to desired parameter to
edit HI-L.
Turn the rotary knob to change
the HI-Limit setting for each digit.
Press the rotary knob to select the
setting and move to the next digit.
When done, you will be returned
to the previous menu.

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START
PROGRAM A MEMORY: CHANGE LOLIMIT
When LO-L is selected. Press the
rotary knob to edit the LO-Limit.
The rst digit of LO-Limit will blink.
Turn the yellow rotary knob to
scroll to desired parameter to
edit LO-L.
Turn the rotary knob to change
the LO-Limit setting for each digit.
Press the knob to select the setting
and move to the next digit.
When done, you will be returned
to the previous menu.
START
PROGRAM A MEMORY: CHANGE DWELL
When DWLL is selected. Press the
rotary knob to edit the Dwell Time.
The rst digit of Dwell Time will blink.
Turn the yellow rotary knob to
scroll to desired parameter to
edit DWLL.
Turn the rotary knob to change
the Ramp Time for each digit.
Press the rotary knob to select the
setting and move to the next digit.
When done, you will be returned
to the previous menu.

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START
PROGRAM A MEMORY: CHANGE FREQUENCY
When FREQ is selected. Press the
rotary knob to edit the Frequency.
The options will blink.
Turn the yellow rotary knob to
scroll to desired parameter to
edit FREQ.
Turn the rotary knob to change the
Frequency setting: 50Hz or 60Hz.
Press the rotary knob to select
the setting.
You will be returned to the
previous menu.
START
PROGRAM A MEMORY: CHANGE OFFSET (MANUAL)
When OFFS is selected. Press the
rotary knob to edit the Oset.
Turn the yellow rotary knob to
scroll to desired parameter to
edit OFFS.
Turn the rotary knob to change
the Oset setting.
Press the rotary knob to select
the setting.
You will be returned to the
previous menu.

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START
PROGRAM A MEMORY: CHANGE CONNECT
When CONN is selected. Press the
rotary knob to edit the Connect
Setting. The options will blink.
Turn the yellow rotary knob to
scroll to desired parameter to
edit CONN.
Turn the rotary knob to change
the Connect setting: ON or OFF.
Press the rotary knob to select
the setting.
You will be returned to the
previous menu.
When OFFS is selected. Push the
rotary knob to edit the Oset.
The options will blink.
Short the Red High Current lead with
the Black Return Lead as shown above
Tester performing Auto Oset Push the knob to select the setting.
Push the green TEST button to start reading
the oset value. CAUTION: The tester will start
outputting once the TEST button is pressed
RESET
POWER
TEST
RETURN
TEST
CURRENT
Model 264
GROUND BOND TESTER
START
RESET
POWER
TEST
RETURN
TEST
CURRENT
Model 264
GROUND BOND TESTER
PROGRAM A MEMORY: CHANGE OFFSET (AUTO)

START
EDIT SECURITY SETTINGS
Turn the yellow rotary knob to
scroll to SCTY to edit Security
settings.
Home screen. When SCTY is selected. Press the
rotary knob to enter the Security
settings. The options will blink.
Turn rotary knob to change the
Security settings: OFF, RUN or
MEM.
Press the rotary knob to select
the Security setting option.
Enter a PIN number for the Security
setting. Turn rotary knob to enter
the PIN.
Press the rotary knob to save the
PIN. This PIN will be required when
the Security setting is edited.
You will be returned to the
previous menu.
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System Parameter Descriptions
Setting System Parameters
*Anytime the Security setting is changed the user will be asked to enter a PIN number. This PIN will be required again if the Security
parameter needs to be set to a dierent setting. Refer to the Edit Security ow chart for instructions on setting the PIN.
System Parameter Setting Description
PLC Remote ON/OFF
Allows the user to initiate a test through the REMOTE INPUT on the rear
panel of the tester. If PLC Remote = ON the front panel TEST button is
disabled and a test may only be started through the rear panel I/O. If PLC
Remote = OFF, the test must be initiated via the front panel TEST button.
SCTY (security)
OFF With SCTY set to OFF all test and system parameters can be edited.
RUN
With SCTY set to RUN the user will not be able to recall any of the memory
locations or edit any of the test and system parameters. With this setting
if the user attempts to edit any test or system parameter the following
message will be displayed, “Security is RUN, can’t be edited.”
MEM
With SCTY set to MEM the user will be able to recall any of the 5 available
memory locations. The user will not be able to edit any test or system
parameters.

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START
EDIT PLC REMOTE SETTINGS
Turn the yellow rotary knob to
scroll to PLC to edit the PLC
settings.
Home screen. When PLC is selected. Press the
rotary knob to enter the PLC
settings. The options will blink.
Turn the rotary knob to change
the PLC settings: ON or OFF.
Press the rotary knob to select
the PLC setting.
You will be returned to the
previous menu.
Using the Display
Test Mode Displays
Test Mode Display Description
Displayed when the test current is ramping up from 0.0 A to full test current. The
ramp is xed at 0.1 second.
Displayed when the test current has reached full potential. Dwell is the amount of time
the current is held at the set value.
Displayed when a test sequence has passed. The green TEST button will illuminate
and a short audible beep tone will be activated.
Displayed if the operator elects to stop a test in process. This can be accomplished by
pressing the RESET button during the test.

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Failure Mode Displays
Failure Mode Display** Description
Displayed if the resistance exceeds the metering range.
For current range 3.0 – 10.0A (Model 264)
3.0 – 15.0A (Model 266)
Displayed if the resistance exceeds the metering range.
For current range 10.1 – 30.0A (Model 264)
15.1 – 30.0A (Model 266)
Displayed if the resistance exceeds the metering range.
For current range 30.1 – 40.0A (Model 264)
30.1 – 60.0A (Model 266)
Displayed if the resistance exceeds the high limit trip setting, but do not exceed the
metering range.
Displayed if the resistance does not exceed the low limit setting.
** For all failures, the red RESET button will illuminate and an alarm will be activated. To stop the alarm, please press the
RESET button once. The alarm will stop and the display will retain the failure information. The tester is now ready for the next
test. If the RESET button is pressed again, the failure information will be cleared and the display will indicate the setting data
of the executed test.

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Error Messages
Reviewing Test Results for Multistep Sequences
After the test is performed, the test results will be indicated on the front panel display.
Pass: If the DUT passes the test, you will hear a short audible beep and the display will indicate the test result.
Fail: If a failure occurs, you will hear a long audible alarm and the red ashing indicator will light up. To stop the alarm, press the
RESET button.
The test results from the memories that are executed can be reviewing by turning the rotary knob left or right. Successive
rotation of the knob will continue advancing to the next result. The results of the last step in the process will be followed by the
rst step when scrolling through the results. Results can be reviewed at any time before the next test is executed. All results are
cleared at the start of the next test cycle.
Display Description
All of the buttons are not active in this situation. This type of failure permanently locks
the tester in the Fatal Error mode and required that the tester be serviced by a SCI
authorized service center. Contact the SCI Customer Support Center at 1-800-504-
0055 to receive further instruction.
FATAL ERROR 9002 will appear on the display, if the tester’s System data or the
Model/Option data are corrupted and do not match the setting.
FATAL ERROR 9003 will appear on the display, if the tester’s Calibration data is
corrupted.
This message appears on the display, if the tester detects internal over temperature
conditions. This message indicates the tester is heating up beyond the specied
operating conditions.

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Using the Remote I/O
Two 9-pin “D” type connectors are mounted on the rear panel that provides REMOTE-INPUT-OUTPUT control and information.
• These connectors mate with standard 9 pin D-sub-miniature connector provided by the user.
• The output mates to a male (plug) connector while the input mates to a female (receptacle) connector.
• For best performance, a shielded cable should be used. To avoid ground loops the shield should not be grounded at both
ends of the cable.
REMOTE I/O Pinouts
Suggested AMP part numbers for interconnecting to the Remote I/O
Part Number Description
205204-4 PLUG SHELL WITH GROUND INDENTS
205203-3 RECEPTACLE SHELL
745254-7 CRIMP SNAP-IN PIN CONTACT (for plug)
745253-7 CRIMP SNAP-IN SOCKET CONTACT (for receptacle)
745171-1 SHIELDED CABLE CLAMP (for either plug or receptacle)
747784-3 JACKSCREW SET (2)