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- Page 1 Instruction Manual...
- Page 3 To fully appreciate all the features of your new instrument, we suggest that you take a few moments to review this manual. Compliance West USA stands by your instrument with a full one-year warranty. If the need arises, please don't hesitate to call on us.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction to Impulse Testing with the MegaPulse PF series tester ............1 Safety Precautions ........................1 Test Personnel ..........................1 Testing Area ..........................1 Safety Techniques ........................2 Safety Markings ...........................2 Using the MegaPulse Impulse Tester ...................3 Section 2 ..............................4 Getting Started ............................4 Unpacking and Inspection ......................4 Packaging ........................4 Product Package for DF-80PF DSW Tester ..............4... -
Page 7: Introduction To Impulse Testing With The Megapulse Pf Series Tester
Section 1 Introduction to Impulse Testing with the MegaPulse PF series tester The impulse test is designed to simulate impulse surges which occur in everyday life due to nearby lightning strikes, switching transients, and other high-frequency faults on the power distribution network. Impulse testing is the fundamental method for empirical verification of the adequacy of insulation. -
Page 8: Safety Techniques
Safety Techniques The high voltage circuit of the MegaPulse Code 360 can be shut off at any time by turning OFF the rear power switch. Always press TRIGGER to discharge the tester before turning OFF. The MegaPulse tester is provided with a digital VOLTAGE ADJUST knob on the front panel. This voltage setting should always confirm by pressing the VOLTAGE ADJUST knob before start any testing. -
Page 9: Using The Megapulse Impulse Tester
Using the MegaPulse Impulse Tester The impulse test involves high voltage and caution should be exercised when using the tester. The RETURN lead is referenced to building ground when properly connected. However, both the OUTPUT and RETURN leads must always be treated as Hazardous whenever the power switch of the MegaPulse is in the ON position. -
Page 10: Section 2
Check the shipping order against the contents of the container and report any damage or short shipment to Compliance West USA. Please save the shipping carton and packing material for the carrier’s inspection. Our customer support department will assist you in the repair or replacement of your instrument. -
Page 11: Ac Line Voltage Requirements
• Please contact Compliance West USA (1-800-748-6224) to inform about the service for your instrument. AC Line Voltage Requirements AC line voltage requirements for your Tester are noted on the rear panel of the instrument. Do not connect the instrument to a different voltage source. The cord packaged with your MegaPulse Tester is for use in the United States. -
Page 12: Section 3
Section 3 Specifications and Controls Specifications for the MegaPulse Code 360 are listed in the table below and the component designations are shown in Error! Reference source not found.. ELECTRICAL Output Voltage: 5000 V tolerance ±1% Main Capacitance: 35 uF ±3% (Dry capacitor type, 2.5 million cycles life) Main Inductance: 50 mH ±3% 360J ±5% with 50Ω... -
Page 13: Front And Rear Panel Features
Front and Rear Panel Features Before using your Tester, take a few minutes to become familiar with the use of its controls, indicators and connectors. The front panel features of the MegaPulse are shown in and described in . The rear panel features of the MegaPulse are shown in and described in Table 2 Figure 2 Table 1... - Page 14 Table 1 MegaPulse Code 360 Front Panel Features ITEM NAME FUNCTION Adjust the digital voltage set point in the tester. VOLTAGE Adjust Knob Press the voltage knob to display the voltage set point. This setting will blink for a few seconds on the front meter. Turn Clockwise to increase the setting Voltage Setting Point before pressing CHARGE button Toggles the output pulse polarity from Normal to Reverse, Normal for positive and Reverse for Negative, the pulse will appear on the Output jack relative to the return jack...
- Page 15 Figure 3. MegaPulse Code 360 Rear Panel...
- Page 16 Table 2 MegaPulse Code 360 Rear Panel Features ITEM NO. NAME FUNCTION Tester Information Contains Tester name and Serial Number and contact information. Fuse replacement warning / Specifies replacement fuse and required supply voltage. Rating of power supply Appliance Inlet / Fuse holder / Use supplied cordset to connect the MegaPulse Code 360 tester to an appropriate source of supply.
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Page 17: Section 4
Section 4 Operating Instructions The Code 360 tester consists of two parts; the pulse generation portion and the measurement portion. Please refer to the general electric circuit shown in Figure 3 to show the function of the Code 360. The following procedure will explain how to generate a high voltage pulse with the MegaPulse unit. External Interlock The external interlock is a two position terminal block located on the rear panel. -
Page 18: Polarity Pulse Selection
Polarity Pulse Selection NOTE If the red Trigger light is lit or more than 200V remains on the internal capacitor, the polarity pulse selection will be automatically blocked for safety reasons. Turn the rear-panel Power Switch ON. Positive polarity always is set by default after the unit is turned ON. Press the POLARITY switch button to toggle between positive and negative. -
Page 19: Testing
Figure 4. Waveform Measurement Setup (Image for reference only) Testing This section describes how the MegaPulse Code 360 tester is used to conduct a test. The test can be stopped immediately at any time by turning OFF the rear-panel power switch. CAUTION: Make sure you have a load of at least 50Ω... -
Page 20: Section 5
23C 5C (73.4F 9F). The procedure consists on internal components tolerance verification and calibrating the meter reading to agree with the capacitor bank. The Calibration procedure must be performed by qualified personnel, for more information contact Compliance West USA. - Page 21 Voltage Stop Disable / Keyboard Enable by Keyboard. If the MegaPulse Code 360 tester includes TestMinder option and has the Voltage Stop by the PC command activated, it is possible to disable it using the next keyboard sequence: Note: Disabling Voltage Stop enables the keyboard. Turn OFF the MegaPulse tester.
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Page 22: Section 6
Section 6 Technical Assistance Technical Assistance from Compliance West USA is available: Phone: (800) 748-6224 Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Pacific Time. Also available on our web site at: www.compwest.com Contact: Compliance West USA 650 Gateway Center Way Suite D San Diego, CA 92102 USA.
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