Megger TM1800 User manual

TM1800
Circuit Breaker Analyzer System
Art No. ZP-CG01E Doc. CG0757JE V04a 2017
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User’s Manual

TM1800
Circuit Breaker Analyzer System
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Contents
1 Safety
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1.1 General............................................................... 8
Symbols on the instrument ................................ 8
1.2 Safety instructions............................................... 8
1.3 Protective earthing procedure in HV environments
....................................................................... 12
2 Introduction
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2.1 Features............................................................ 14
Benefits ........................................................... 14
2.2 User’s Registration............................................. 15
2.3 Service and Support.......................................... 15
Contact Information ........................................ 15
Checklist before calling/e-mailing for support...15
2.4 Shipping TM1800 ............................................. 16
3 System overview
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3.1 The instrument ................................................. 18
3.2 Control panel.................................................... 18
3.3 Display.............................................................. 19
3.4 Navigation buttons ........................................... 20
3.5 Top panel.......................................................... 21
3.6 Module panel ................................................... 22
3.7 Keyboard .......................................................... 22
3.8 External equipment........................................... 23
Network/External computer ............................. 23
Printer ............................................................. 23
Backup media.................................................. 23
External screen ................................................ 23
3.9 Operating positions........................................... 24
4 Modules
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4.1 Control module ................................................ 26
4.2 DCM module.................................................... 27
DCM capability ................................................ 28
4.3 Timing M/R module .......................................... 29
4.4 Analog module................................................. 30
4.5 Digital module .................................................. 30
4.6 Timing Aux module ........................................................31
4.7 Printer module.................................................. 31
How to change paper ...................................... 31
4.8 HDD module..................................................... 33
4.9 Dummy module................................................ 33
5 Installing/removing modules _______ 34
5.1 Installing a module............................................ 34
5.2 Removing a module.......................................... 35
6 CABA Local
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6.1 Start/Shut down CABA Local............................. 36
Start ................................................................ 36
Shut down....................................................... 36
6.2 OnLine Help...................................................... 37
WHAT´S THIS? ................................................. 37
MANUAL ......................................................... 37
6.3 Navigation & display buttons............................. 38
6.4 Main and submenus ......................................... 39
Selected items bar ........................................... 39
6.5 Repair CABA Local............................................ 39
6.6 Updating CABA Local ....................................... 40
6.7 Optional software............................................. 40
Printer and Back-up media............................... 40
Antivirus .......................................................... 40
6.8 The main menu................................................. 41
Templates ........................................................ 41
Breaker List...................................................... 41
Breaker View ................................................... 41
Analyser View.................................................. 41
Transducers...................................................... 41
System Settings ............................................... 41
6.9 Templates menu................................................ 41
What is a template .......................................... 41
How to create a template ................................ 42
Max Config Template....................................... 42
Comparison to test plans in CABA Win ........... 42
Create a subfolder ........................................... 42
Delete a subfolder ........................................... 42
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Rename a subfolder......................................... 42
Create a template from a breaker .................... 43
Rename a template.......................................... 43
Set a template as default ................................. 43
Delete a template ............................................ 43
6.10 Breaker List menu ........................................... 43
Create a breaker .............................................. 44
Edit Breaker ID................................................. 44
Delete a breaker .............................................. 45
Import a breaker.............................................. 45
Export a breaker .............................................. 45
Begin a new test.............................................. 46
Edit Test ID....................................................... 46
Delete a test .................................................... 47
Hook up diagrams & transducers ..................... 47
View a recording.............................................. 47
Graph.............................................................. 48
Parameters ...................................................... 49
Graph layout ................................................... 50
Display settings................................................ 50
Print preview ................................................... 50
Delete recording .............................................. 50
Edit notes ........................................................ 51
6.11 Breaker View menu......................................... 51
Make settings for a breaker ............................. 51
Breaker set up example.................................... 52
Setting the pulse and delay times.................... 52
Setting the measurement preferences .............. 53
Settings ........................................................... 53
Setting the trig in settings................................ 54
Setting the resistance measurement preferences
....................................................................... 55
Setting the measurement time & sample interval
....................................................................... 55
Motion measurement preferences menu.......... 56
6.12 Analyzer view menu........................................ 57
Hook-up instructions ....................................... 57
Select transducer ............................................. 57
Monitor ........................................................... 57
6.13 Transducers menu........................................... 58
Define new transducer..................................... 58
Defining motion transducer ............................. 58
Calibrating resistive transducers ....................... 59
6.14 System Settings menu..................................... 66
General ........................................................... 66
DATE & TIME ................................................... 67
Company data................................................. 67
Units................................................................ 67
Printer ............................................................. 68
Select printer ................................................... 69
System Versions ............................................... 69
Hardware Data ................................................ 69
Backup/Restore................................................ 70
7 Perform testing
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7.1 TM1800 Start-up .............................................. 72
7.2 Check list - before testing ................................. 72
7.3 Basic test .......................................................... 73
7.4 Quick test ......................................................... 73
7.5 Define a new circuit breaker ............................. 74
7.6 Using circuit breaker created in CABA Win........ 74
Import circuit breaker set-ups from CABA Win. 76
7.7 Reporting.......................................................... 76
Print preview ................................................... 76
Send recordings to other report formats .......... 77
7.8 Evaluate the results........................................... 78
Timing measurement ....................................... 78
Motion measurement ...................................... 79
Coil currents .................................................... 79
Dynamic Resistance Measurements (DRM) ....... 80
7.9 Store measurements ......................................... 81
To do backup................................................... 81
8 Application examples
__________________________________ 82
8.1 Example 1......................................................... 82
3-phase circuit breaker with two interrupters per
phase and separate operating mechanism with
DualGround..................................................... 82
GIS circuit breaker - DCM in GIS mode............. 83
8.2 Example 2......................................................... 84
3-phase circuit breaker with single interrupter per
phase and common operating mechanism....... 84
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8.3 Example 3......................................................... 85
3-phase circuit breaker with two interrupters per
phase and separate operating mechanism ....... 85
9 Specifications
__________________________________ 86
Specifications TM1800............................................ 86
10Troubleshooting & FAQ
__________________________________ 88
10.1 Troubleshooting.............................................. 88
10.2 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions ................. 89
11 Data analysis
__________________________________ 90
11.1 Analysis window (CABAana) ........................... 90
File menu......................................................... 90
Edit menu........................................................ 91
View menu ...................................................... 91
Parameter Window.......................................... 92
Graph Window................................................ 92
Layout menu ........................................ 93
Compare - menu ............................................. 94
Window menu................................................. 94
Report ............................................................. 95
12 Quick Guide
__________________________________ 98
Select – Connect – Inspect ...................................... 98
STEP 1: Select ......................................................... 98
STEP 2: Connect ..................................................... 99
STEP 3: Inspect........................................................ 99
Index _____________________________ 100
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1Safety
1.1 General
IMPORTANT
Read and comply with the following in-
structions.
Always comply with local safety regula-
tions.
Symbols on the instrument
Caution, refer to accompanying docu-
ments.
Caution, risk of electric shock.
Protective conductor terminal.
WEEE, Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment. Please utilize your local
WEEE collection facilities in the dispo-
sition of this product and otherwise
observe all applicable requirements.
The unit can also be returned to Megger
at any time at no charge for the dis-
posal.
1.2 Safety instructions
1] Read All Instructions. All safety and operat-
ing instructions must be read before using
TM1800.
2] Retain All Instructions. All safety and operat-
ing instructions must be retained for future
reference.
3] Follow All Instructions. All operating and
usage instructions for the TM1800 must be
followed. To avoid damage, do not exceed
the maximum specified input limits.
Never do any work on a circuit breaker un-
less the control circuits of the circuit breaker
are disconnected from the TM1800 control
module or remote operation.
Turn off the power and disconnect all the
connected leads and the power plug before
dismounting or adding any modules to the
TM1800.
Use caution when working near bare con-
ductors or bus bars. Accidental contact with
a conductor may cause electrical shock. At
dry locations use caution when working with
voltages that exceed 33 V AC and 46 V peak
or 70 V DC, such signals pose a shock hazard.
At wet locations, use caution when working
with voltages that exceed 16 V AC and 22
V peak or 35 V DC. Follow the local safety
regulations.
4] Grounding (Earthing).
Single ground system. This equipment can
be used only in electrical systems with single
ground.
The user must verify before connecting this
unit to power, that High Voltage Ground
and Low Voltage Protective Ground create
a single protective ground with no measur-
able voltage potential existing between
these ground systems. If a voltage potential
is found between the ground systems please
consult local safety regulations.
Mains cord protective conductor. The
TM1800 is equipped with a power cord with
integral safety ground pin. Do not defeat the
safety ground in any manner. The equipment
must be connected to a grounded mains out-

Figure 1.2-1 Protective conductor terminal
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let. Not doing so may result in fire or electric
shock.
Separate ground wire. The TM1800 case must
also be grounded by the separate protective
ground wire with connection to the Protective
Conductor Terminal on top of the TM1800.
Check the continuity of the protective
ground wire before each use. Make sure the
connector is fastened properly to the TM1800
Protective Conductor Terminal. Make sure
the connection point at the ground system
is fastened properly. Route the wire so that
it is unlikely to be walked on or that it may
loosen accidentally by someone or something
moving near it.
Note: The protective ground wire must not
be loosened while any input connector is at-
tached to the contacts of a high voltage cir-
cuit breaker or another device being subject
to inductive or capacitive coupled interfer-
ence from surrounding high voltage wires.
5] Connections and disconnections to the
inputs. All input or output connections and
disconnections must be made only while
the circuit breaker poles are connected to
ground on both sides. Always connect the
TM1800 to ground before making any other
connections to the TM1800.
The Timing M/R module inputs are designed
to handle coupled interference current from
surroundings by active interference suppres-
sion. The protection, though, is relaying on
a current path from the connected inputs to
ground.
The current passing through the wires may
be harmful if there is no current path to
ground since, in that case, the high voltage
may cause an arc.
Before connecting or disconnecting the
TM1800 to a high voltage circuit breaker’s
contacts, make sure the circuit breaker is
closed and connected to ground on both
sides.
The rules regarding connection to protec-
tive ground given above must be followed
closely.
Neglecting these rules may result in fire, elec-
tric shock, or other hazards.
The Timing M/R module inputs are designed
to CAT I Environment – Secondary (signal
level) or battery operated circuits of electron-
ic equipment. Not connected to mains.
DO NOT use the Timing M/R inputs to meas-
ure on circuits in measurement category II, III
or IV.
6] Heat. The TM1800 must be situated away
from any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products that pro-
duce heat.
7] Ventilation. Slots and openings in the
TM1800 are provided for ventilation. They
ensure reliable operations of the TM1800,
keeping it from overheating. These open-
ings must not be blocked nor covered during
operation. Do not install the TM1800 in a
closed space, such as a rack or cabinet, unless
proper ventilation is provided through fol-
lowing the manufacturer’s installation proce-
dure. Blocking the ventilation slots prevents
proper airflow and may result in fire, electric
shock or equipment damage. Do not run the
TM1800 with an empty module slot, insert a
Dummy module.
8] Water and moisture. Do not use the TM1800
near water. To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the TM1800 to rain or mois-
ture.
Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Doing
so may result in electrical shock.
9] Accessories. Do not use any accessories not
recommended by the TM1800 manufacturer
as they may cause hazards.
10] EMC Warning. The TM1800 generates, uses,
and can generate radio frequency energy.
If not installed and used in accordance with
this manual it may cause interference to
radio communications. The TM1800 has
been tested and found to comply with the
limits for measurement equipment designed
to provide reasonable protection against
such interference when used in an industrial
environment. Operation of the TM1800 in
a commercial or residential area is likely to
cause interference, at which case, the user,

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at his own expense, will be required to take
whatever measures that may be required to
correct the interference.
11] Cables. To conform to the CE requirements
for high frequency radiation, shielded cables
or cables with added ferrite filters must be
used for connection to the inputs/outputs.
Do not use auxiliary equipment and/or cables
not recommended by the TM1800 manufac-
turer.
12] Cables Protection. Connecting cables must
be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on nor pinched by items placed upon
or against them. Do not place them under-
neath the TM1800 or other heavy objects. Do
not pull on or tie them. Pay particular atten-
tion to the connectors. To disconnect a cable,
unlock the retainer (in case of an XLR con-
nector), grasp the connector firmly and pull.
Tugging on the cord may damage and result
in fire or electric shock. If an input- or output
cable becomes damaged, stop using it. Use of
a damaged cable may result in fire or electric
shock.
13] Power Cord Protection. Power supply cords
must be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on nor pinched by items placed
upon or against them. Do not place the cord
underneath the TM1800 or other heavy
objects. Do not pull on or tie the cord. Pay
particular attention to the cords at AC wall
plugs and convenience receptacles, and at
the point where the cord connects to the
TM1800. To disconnect the power cord, grasp
the plug firmly and pull. Tugging on the cord
may damage and result in fire or electric
shock. If the power cord becomes damaged,
stop using it. Use of a damaged cord may
result in fire or electric shock.
14] Power sources. The TM1800 must be oper-
ated from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label and in the installation
instructions. If you are not sure of the type of
power supplied to your facility, consult your
local power company. Not doing so may result
in fire or electric shock or equipment damage.
Use an easily accessible power outlet. This
will ensure that you can disconnect the
power quickly in case of a problem.
The TM1800 should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on its
nameplate.
15] Inputs and outputs. Do not apply voltage
to the outputs. Do not exceed the specified
input voltage limit on any of the TM1800
inputs.
16] Lightning. For added protection for the
TM1800 during a light storm, or when it is
left unattended and unused for long periods
of time, unplug it from the AC outlet and
from all cables connected to the inputs. This
will prevent damage to the TM1800 due to
lightning and power supply surges.
Note: The protective ground wire must not
be loosened while any input connector is
attached to any source of power, especially
the contacts of a high voltage circuit breaker
or another device being subject to inductive
or capacitive coupled interference from sur-
rounding high voltage wires.
17] Overloading. Do not overload AC wall out-
lets, extension cords, or integral convenience
outlets as this can result in fire or electric
shock hazard.
18] Object and liquid entry. Never push objects
of any kind into the TM1800 through open-
ings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short parts that could result in fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind into the unit.
19] Place the TM1800 at a strong and stable
place. Do not place the TM1800 on an unsta-
ble cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
unit may fall, causing serious damage to a
person, and serious damage to the unit.
Do not place the TM1800 in areas with exces-
sive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
20] A TM1800 and Cart Combination should
be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
unit and the cart combination to overturn.
Disconnect the power cord and cables when
moving the unit. Moving the unit with the
cord or cables attached is dangerous. It may
result in injury.
21] Carrying. Handle with care when carrying the
unit. Lifting the unit with your back bended
or dropping the unit may result in injury or
equipment damage.
22] Damaged TM1800. Do not use the TM1800
if the test leads appear damaged. Do not
continue using a damaged TM1800. Using a
damaged TM1800 may result in fire or electric
shock.
Never touch the plug and power cord if it
begins to thunder. Touching them may result
in electric shock.