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99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 Phone 781-665-1400 Toll Free 1-800-517-8431 Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com Measurement Guide 3159 INSULATION/ WITHSTANDING HiTESTER August 2014 Revised edition 1 3159A985-01 14-08H...
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The Model 3159 Insulation/Withstanding HiTester is a hazardous instrument that generates high voltage. For safe use, please read the “Introduction,” “Inspection,” “Safety Notes,” and “Notes on Use” in the 3159 Instruction Manual. This document provides, as an example, a simple method for testing withstanding voltage of electrical appliances by using the Model 3159 Insulation/Withstanding HiTester.
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1. Preparation (1) Before starting a test using the 3159, Model 3159 Insulation/Withstanding HiTester check the following information regarding Electric-proof rubber sheet the electrical appliance to be tested. 1. Test voltage High-voltage rubber gloves 2. Reference leakage current value Electric appliance...
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2. Simple Startup Inspection (Connection) During startup inspection, the operator intentionally applies electric current to check whether the 3159 and the test leads are functioning properly. Wear high-voltage rubber gloves when connecting the lead wires. Connect the test leads securely so that they do not disconnect during the test, Do not place the test leads directly on the ground or floor during the test.
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Check that the analog voltmeter indicates 0 kV and that the lamp does not light Check that is displayed on the screen. Take due care when the 3159 enters the READY state in which testing can start. Set the parameters as follows: Parameter Comparative-voltage Upper limit for test...
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Check the test lead connections (insertion/tightening) and test again. If the result is still “PASS,” a test lead may be damaged or the 3159 may be malfunctioning. Please contact your authorized Hioki distributor or reseller. Press the STOP (EXIT) key to cancel the hold state.
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Check that no one is near the testing area and turn on the main power to the 3159. Check that the analog voltmeter is indicating 0 kV...
Set the test voltage after pressing the START key to start the test. Check the values to be used before pressing the START key. When a test is started, high voltage is generated by the 3159 when it enters the state.
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Leakage current value Remaining time An "UPPER FAIL" judgment will be given and the 3159 will beep if the electric appliance fails to withstand the test voltage for the set test time. Record the result as FAIL in the record form or other documents.
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