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- Page 1 User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG for Vesala Signal Generator SG33 version X2.0 IMPORTANT: Read carefully before use. Keep for future reference. English Issued: 2021-04-21 Revised: 2021-06-30...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
4.8 Identifying circuit breakers, switches and fuses in low voltage network ......23 4.9 Locating and identifying open ends of wires ................. 23 4.10 Locating short non-conductive pipes and ducts................24 4.11 Using clamp-on transformers ......................25 2 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 3: Safety Notes
Inspect the battery cover seal every time the battery cover is opened. If necessary, clean the battery cover seal according to section 5.2: Cleaning and maintenance. Close battery cover carefully after every battery change. 3 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... - Page 4 Signal Generator SG33 between a hazardously live circuit and a circuit that does not have protection against electric shock. For safe and proper connection consult section 4: Operating Signal Generator SG33. 4 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
- Page 5 2000 m may result in an injury or property damage. Before connecting Signal Generator SG33 to a circuit at an altitude over 2000 m, make sure that the circuit is not hazardously live. For permitted ambient conditions consult section 3.2: Specifications. 5 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
- Page 6 Turn off the power if possible. Alert others in danger. Alert emergency responders if necessary. Try to put out the fire if possible. Contain the fire if possible. Direct emergency responders to the location. 6 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
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Page 7: Explanation Of Symbols Placed On The Product
Additionally, SG33 may be connected indirectly using a clamp-on transformer accessory or an inductive coupler accessory. SG33 is intended to be used by a skilled electrician. 7 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 8: Specifications
CAT III 300 V CAT II 450 V Output fuse 400 mA, time-delay, 600 V Ambient temperature, LR6 batteries, +5°C…+40°C device in boost mode Ambient temperature, LR6 batteries, -10°C…+40°C device in normal mode 8 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... - Page 9 6.9…11 V Current consumption 10…300 mA @ 9 V Battery fuse 1.5 A, 8 V, resettable Enclosure ABS+PC, size 155 x 90 x 52 mm Degree of protection IEC 60529 IP67 (not operational) 9 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
- Page 10 PM50 Clamp-on transformer for cable diameter up to 50 mm PM100 Clamp-on transformer for cable diameter up to 100 mm SY33 Inductive coupler for buried cables, 33 kHz SPA10 Flexible antenna for locating ducts, length 10 m 10 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
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Page 11: Package Contents
1000 V red (X25915) TB10m Safety test lead for direct connection, 4 mm 1 m CAT III 1000V black (V15926) XKKm Alligator clip for direct connection, insulated 1000 V black (X25913) 11 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... - Page 12 SY33 Inductive coupler for indirectly connecting to buried cables, 33 kHz (V14120) Accessories and spares may be purchased separately. Other devices may be sold together with Signal Generator SG33 or included in the kit. Refer to their corresponding information for use. 12 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
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Page 13: Selecting And Changing Batteries
5.2: Cleaning and maintenance. Remove old batteries. Insert six batteries of the same type. Observe battery polarity. Close battery cover carefully with hand tools and do not overtighten the screws. Do not operate the device without its battery cover in place. 13 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 14: Signal Generator Sg33 Parts And Functions
Long press is required to turn on boost mode PULSE LED and button Cycle pulsing modes: continuous, 4 Hz, 8 Hz Batteries Bottom side, under the battery cover: 6 x LR6, HR6 or FR6 14 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 15: Operating Signal Generator Sg33
Precautions shall be taken before connecting Signal Generator SG33 to a hazardously live circuit or when conditions are wet. When these instructions are followed, operation is safe with hazardously live circuits and in wet conditions. 15 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... - Page 16 When simultaneously all three conditions apply, the Signal generator SG33 output voltage alone may be considered hazardous: Conditions are wet. Boost mode is in use. Circuit connected between Signal Generator SG33 outputs has high impedance. 16 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
- Page 17 2000 m may result in an injury or property damage. Before connecting Signal Generator SG33 to a circuit at an altitude over 2000 m, make sure that the circuit is not hazardously live. 17 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
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Page 18: Locating Accessible Buried Cables
The length of this section varies from a few meters to tens of meters. Conductive pipes and ducts can also be located using this method. 18 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 19: Locating Cables Connected To A Grounded Object
It is possible to locate multiple cables connected to the same grounded object with this method. 19 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 20: Locating Cables Indoors
Boost mode may be required if the other end is unconnected. To locate exposed wire ends, refer to section 4.9: Locating and identifying open ends of wires. 20 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 21: Locating Heating Cables
SG33 between heating cable’s current carrying conductors, possibly marked live and neutral. Locating accuracy may be lower using this method, but the whole cable can be located if it is intact. 21 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 22: Locating Cable Faults
Short circuit: Connect SG33 between the shorted conductors and leave other conductors unconnected. Open circuit: Connect SG33 between ground and the faulty conductor. Ground all the other conductors and cable shield. Boost mode is recommended. 22 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 23: Identifying Circuit Breakers, Switches And Fuses In Low Voltage Network
4.9 Locating and identifying open ends of wires Connect both SG33 outputs to a wire pair or between a single wire and ground. Wires should be located using cable locator’s capacitive, or E-field, antenna. 23 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 24: Locating Short Non-Conductive Pipes And Ducts
Push SPA10 into the pipe or duct until it stops or its length runs out. Boost mode is recommended. Refer to your cable locator information for use for how to locate cables. 24 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 25: Using Clamp-On Transformers
Neither end can then be located. Boost mode is recommended if one or both ends have poor or no connection to ground or when the located object is buried. 25 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 26: Using Inductive Couplers
If two SG33s are available when locating cable faults, connect one SG33 to each end of the cable and use a different pulse frequency in both of them. At the fault point both signals should have approximately the same strength. 26 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 27: Taking Care Of Your Equipment
Battery contacts and battery cover seal should only be cleaned with isopropanol and a soft, lint free cloth. Periodically inspect that battery cover seal is in working condition. The battery cover can be sent to your supplier for seal replacement. 27 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
Also use weak. boost mode when using inductive couplers or clamp-on transformers. Connection to located circuit To learn how to properly connect SG33, see is wrong. section 4: Operating Signal Generator SG33. 28 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... - Page 29 Use HR6 NiMH or FR6 Li-FeS2 while battery voltage recovers after batteries when boost must be boost mode is dropped because of used in low temperatures. low battery voltage. SG33 output fuse has blown. Service your SG33. 29 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
- Page 30 Locate inductive coupler closer to the high. located object. Inductive coupler or clamp-on Handle fragile inductive couplers and transformer connected to SG33 clamp-on transformers with care. has been damaged or failed. Replace the damaged accessory. 30 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG...
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Page 31: Modifying, Misuse And Damaged Equipment
Signal Generator SG33 has one-year warranty against material or manufacturing defects from the date of purchase. The warranty shall not cover batteries, normal wear and tear, misuse or faults resulting from modifying the product. 31 (32) User Manual Vesala SG33 X2.0 ENG... -
Page 32: Disposal
Declaration on conformity Hereby, H. Vesala Oy, declares that the measuring equipment type Signal Generator SG33 version X2.0 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2011/65/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU and 2015/863/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.vesala.fi/sg33/doc...
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