RAYTECH USA, Inc. T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Section Page(s) Table of Contents – Safety Precautions 1 – 0 Uncrating Procedure 2 – 0 Technical Specifications 3 – 0 Introduction 4 –...
BEFORE APPLYING POWER Read this manual carefully before operating the system. The WR50-12 is line operated. The system operates from a wide range power input from 100 to 250 Vac 50/60Hz. DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
UNCRATING PROCEDURE: 2 – 0 Unpack your new WR50-12 and check to see that you have the following standard items: WR50-12 Potential Current Safety Leads Leads Ground Cable Carry Case Jumper Instruction Power Stylus External with shoulder strap Lead Manual...
5 Year standard warranty OPTIONS: Part No - TP01: External temperature probe Part No - AHRT 01: Heat Run Test * Specifications are subject to change at anytime. Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
50 A. Operation: The WR50-12 applies a preset current level, selected by the User. The 50V power source quickly charges the load. The results of the test are then displayed within a few seconds automatically.
R = Resistance, V = Voltage, I = Current Discharging Transformer Windings: The WR50-12, as well as all of the WR50 series, are specialized systems designed to measure transformer windings. These systems are equipped with heavy duty discharge circuits that are...
Turn Clockwise to release Accepts 100...250 Vac 50/60 Hz Interfaces: USB 2.0 Port: 1 Host and 1 Device Serial Port: RS232 Bi-directional, Female 9 pin connector Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
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Shows that Current is flowing. Shows that you bought Shows that test Object is Do not remove any Cable! the right Instrument. in a Safe condition. Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
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These vents pull in the air. This is the exhaust vent. *Please make sure there are no obstructions blocking these vents. Damage to the system may occur. Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
WARNINGS AND UNDERSTAND THEM FULLY. OPERATION: This section describes a typical, step by step, operation of the WR50-12 Open the protection lid of the case and attach the test leads and the power cord to the test set. The Two (2) connections on the front plate +Current & -Current are the current leads.
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GETTING STARTED: (cont.) 7 – 1 The WR50-12 incorporates a touch-screen display for all input parameters. All Parameters are initiated from the “Set up screen: General, Mode, Range, Temp. Corr., and Colors. First, select the Current Range level to be used for the measurement by touching “Set up” and then “Range”.
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To select approproiate current, choose a current range above the test current. If testing at 30A, select 40A, etc. The test system will then automatically detect the magnitude of stored energy (if any) and demagnetize the transformer core. Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
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Assistant is used for adjusting the instrument’s readings for when the current flow is stable. You may select Auto Print Results if you desire to print the results after each test. Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
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Selecting “Results” you get the following options: Print selected Measurements Print ALL the Measurements Erase selected Measurement Erase ALL Measurements Store the results to an USB-Device (Removeable USB storage drive) Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
• Allows the user to change the name of Channel 1 or Channel 2 or Channel 3. * Show Mouse Cursor • Show or hide the Mouse Cursor. Usefull when using an external mouse via the USB port. Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
A login code is required. Touch “#” to Exit. ABOUT You can easily check the Firmware Version installed on your WR50-12, as well as the serial number. In the general tab, touch “Setup” and then the “About” key .
Download this new version and store it to the USB Key provided with the system. Switch the WR50-12 on and plug the USB Key into the USB Port of the Instrument. Select the Version you want to install and then press “Install” .
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This feature allows the user to set the length of cable that is under test. Along with the “R” (resistance) correction for a particular length of cable. Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
There are temperature compensation tables for Copper and Aluminum available to calculate the conversion factor to a known reference temperature. The WR50-12 is a very accurate and precise test system. To take full advantage of this high accuracy, the temperature of the device under test should be recorded.
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* In case the “T” in the box is red, there is no temperature probe connected. *The above image is for reference only and may differ from the actual display. Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
QUICK TEST: 10 – 1 This section outlines the basic measurement instruction, step by step, for the WR50-12. These are basic instructions, simplified, for the trained and qualified operator. 1. Connect the test leads (2 Current / 2 or 4 Potential) to an un-energized device to be measured.
3. Poor supply power. Check extension cords, plugs and cables carefully. 4. Test set attached to a “Live” load or high interference load. The WR50-12 is designed to be trouble free. If problems or questions do arise, please contact our service support group; 888 4 THE SPY (888 484 3779).
All other features of the system ( storing, printing … ) are still active. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Attempt to store results to the USB-key without any device key plugged to the WR50-12 Raytech USA, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced without written consent.
WARRANTY 13 – 0 RAYTECH USA, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser of any new WR50-12, 50 Amp / 2 Channel Winding Resistance Meter, that it will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 2 years from the original date of shipment.
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