b2 electronic BA60 User Manual

b2 electronic BA60 User Manual

Breakdown analyzer for insulating oil

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E N G L I S H
DHV0017 Rev12
b2 electronic GmbH
Riedstraße 1
6833 Klaus
AUSTRIA
Tel. +43 5523 57373
Fax + 43 5523 57373-5
www.b2hv.com
info@b2hv.com
Subject to alterations –
errors excepted
Illustrations are not binding
BA60/75/80/100
User Manual
Breakdown Analyzer for
Insulating Oil

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  • Page 1 BA60/75/80/100 User Manual E N G L I S H DHV0017 Rev12 b2 electronic GmbH Riedstraße 1 6833 Klaus AUSTRIA Tel. +43 5523 57373 Fax + 43 5523 57373-5 www.b2hv.com info@b2hv.com Subject to alterations – errors excepted Illustrations are not binding...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INSTRUMENT CARE ............. 41 Update ....................41 Installing Printer Paper Roll ............. 41 Replacing Printer Ink Ribbon ............43 Charging Internal Battery ..............45 Storage/Repairs................. 45 GLOSSARY AND ABBREVIATIONS ........46 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........47 DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    • To assure that BA operators are qualified technicians. • To assure that operators fulfil their responsibilities. Safety NOTICE This manual should always be on hand when using the BA test instrument. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 4: Documentation Conventions

    Red outlined circle with red diagonal line: Used to indicate forbidden practices. The described handling practice must not be carried out! Blue circle with white exclamation mark: Used to indicate recommended precautionary measures or a situation that can lead to property damage. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 5: Legal Considerations

    This warranty and our liability are limited to replacing or repairing defective equipment, at our discretion. Equipment that is returned to b2 electronic GmbH must be packed in original packaging. All shipped items must be prepaid and insured.
  • Page 6 Customer Portal – customers.b2hv.com Register now and get access to a quick and comprehensive support and product data base. The b2 Customer Portal is reserved for b2 electronic customers. Submit the registration and find: • Information about meetings and training sessions •...
  • Page 7: Safety

    The test vessel and electrodes must be free from cleaning solvents before performing any high-voltage tes WARNING Toxic Materials Cleaning solvents and oil samples must be handled and disposed of according to manufacture indications. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 8: Appropriate Applications

    “Technical Description” for a list of the automatic test standards applicable for this BA instrument. It is the responsibility of the BA instrument user to follow appropriate liquid filling procedures and to set gap spacing of the electrodes according to the selected standard. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 9: General Description

    Dimensions L x W x H (mm) 430 x 280 x 250 430 x 280 x 250 Note: b2 electronic GmbH reserves the right to modify values in accordance with future BA development. **extended temperature range © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 10 430 x 280 x 250 521 x 343 x 300 L x W x H (mm) Note: b2 electronic GmbH reserves the right to modify values in accordance with future BA development. **extended temperature range DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 11: Design Features

    To alert user of any device or Improves safety BA75 power supply abnormalities BA80 prior to testing BA100 • • Stable test voltage BA60 To ensure testing is not Improves safety and BA75 affected by variations in functionality BA80 line voltage BA100...
  • Page 12: Materials

    Dielectric Oil Tester SB5001 BA75 Fully automatic Portable Liquid Dielectric Oil Tester including SB5003 BA80 integrated battery and printer. SB5004 BA100 Fully automatic Portable Liquid Dielectric Oil Tester including integrated battery and printer. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 13 Paper roll 44 x Ø 50 mm / 12, 1 VPE BA80 BA100 GB0103 BA75 Epson ribbon black BA80 BA100 marking specifies items that are country specific. For enquiries, please contact b2 personnel. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 14 3 General Description Accessories (Optional) Optional and additional equipment is not included upon standard supply of the BA. These items are available for order through b2 electronic GmbH. For orders, please contact b2 personnel or our distributor. Art. No. Model...
  • Page 15 GB0303 BA80 BA100 NOTICE Equipment not included Grounding cable for use with an external power supply are not supplied by b2 electronic GmbH. Grounding cables should have a cross-section of min. 1.5 mm © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 16 Only applicable for models with integrated printer. Upon initial delivery of the BA the printer mechanism is fully installed. Additional printer replacement parts are available for order through b2 electronic GmbH. For orders, please contact b2 personnel or our distributor. Art. No.
  • Page 17: Unpacking The Instrument

    Carefully remove foam inserts one at a time. Check the instrument for damage that may have occurred during transport. In the event of damage notify b2 electronic GmbH and the shipping company. For future shipping or transportation, do not discard the original shipment packaging.
  • Page 18: Design And Construction

    5 Design and Construction Design and Construction Instrument Layout Reference Image Only! DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 19 • On / Off Button To turn on the instrument, press the button for approx. 1 second. • To turn off the instrument, press and hold the button until display gets dark. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 20: Instrument Set-Up

    “Stir on HV” option. Use “OK” to toggle one of the following options: • Enabled • Disabled Depending on the standard selected, this option selects whether the stirrer is on/off during High-Voltage. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 21 To change the display language, with the cursor on the “Language” option. Use “OK” to toggle one of the following options: • English • Deutsch • French • Italian • Espanol • Nederlands • Polski • Russian • Turkish © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 22 To change between week and high contrast, with the cursor on the “Contrast” option, click “OK” to toggle. • Weak contrast • High contrast The BA unit will restart after changing the contrast. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 23 The device will automatically run up to 35 kV. This option allows to perform a quick check using the VT Calibrator (optional). During the “Voltage Check” use left/right arrows to change the voltage in 10 kV steps. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 24 To see all information of the unit, with the cursor on the “System Info” w, click OK. All Data of the unit are listed: • Unit Serial Number • Firmware Version • Hardware Serial Number • USB Driver Version DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 25: Software - Remote Control

    These units have a built in Bluetooth radio interface which is used for communication to a PC. On the PC side please use the equipped Bluetooth USB Dongle from b2 electronic GmbH. BA ControlCenter is capable of remote controlling up to 4 units at a time and automatically retrieves reports to the PC as a PDF document.
  • Page 26: Test Procedure

    5. Shield the container from light sources prior to testing. Dark or amber glass bottles are recommended. 6. Adhere to recognized standards such as ASTM D923 or IEC 60475:2011 that outline the guidelines for oil sampling procedures. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 27: Instrument Connection

    The BA display screen displays the battery status. For example, when the integrated battery is fully charged, “Battery 100%” is displayed at the bottom of the display screen. To charge the internal battery, see section “Charging Internal Battery”. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 28: Instrument Activation

    5. Once the test instrument is activated, fill the test vessel according to local filling standards for sampling. Avoid agitating the test liquid in order to prevent air bubbles. 6. Verify that the test sample liquid covers the electrodes. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 29: Standard Test Execution

    The voltage “Rise” rate and electrode “Gap” for the chosen standard are displayed. These values are pre-programmed and cannot be adjusted by the user. Click “OK”, with the cursor on “Start Test”, to activate the test. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 30 During the test the cursor is automatically on the “Stop Test” field. To interrupt the test in progress, click “OK” and the test will immediately terminate. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 31: Single Test Execution

    BA instrument. It is the BA operator’s responsibility to verify that these variables are properly adjusted. Step Procedure (Run Single Test) Example Main Menu Use the Up / Down arrows to place the cursor on “Single Test”. Click “OK”. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 32 The test cycle ends. End Test The summary of the test results appear on the screen and the test report is printed. The test has ended. To return to the main menu, click „OK“. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 33: Withstand Test Execution

    To start test, set the cursor on option “Start Test” NOTICE At the end of selected time of withstand test, instrument will rise up to maximum voltage! Alternative settings – please check operation manual of software “BA ControlCenter” © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 34 The test cycle ends. End Test The summary of the test results appear on the screen and the test report is printed. The test has ended. To return to the main menu, click „OK“. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 35: Error Messages

    To store the reports on a USB memory stick put in the USB memory device in the communication port. If unit doesn’t find a connection with an USB memory stick the error message “USB not ready” appears. Please put in the USB memory stick. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 36 Please refill the Test Vessel with new oil and continue the test procedure. Battery defect There is a defect at the Battery. The voltage is below 7 V. Please restart the unit to check the Battery again. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 37: Report

    To view all stored reports, click “Report View”. Choose Test All stored reports are listed. To get the details of the reports, click “OK”. Use the left arrow to get back to the Report menu. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 38 The report is displayed. Click “Ok” for more options. Print Report To print the report, click “OK” on the menu “Print Report”. Delete Report To delete the report, click “OK” on menu “Delete Report” DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 39 Click “OK” to continue Store Reports To store Reports on an USB, click “Reports to USB” Use the Up / Down arrows to enter file format. • • HTML Click “OK” to continue © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 40: Instrument Disconnection And Termination

    4. Remove the test vessel from the test chamber. 5. Discard the tested sample liquid from the test vessel according to local environmental regulations. 6. Fill the test vessel with fresh oil for storage. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 41: Instrument Care

    Turn off the instrument. Pull out the hinged plate of the printer mechanism. Cut the end of the paper roll into an arrow or point. Fold over the tip of the point, forming a „bent arrow“. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 42 The printer will automatically line feed and should push the paper through the outside paper slot of the printer housing. If this does not occur, select “Paper Feed” from the “Instrument Settings” menu. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 43: Replacing Printer Ink Ribbon

    Gently lift the printer mechanism from the groove and remove it from the printer housing. Flip over the printer mechanism. Press the “EJECT” indication on the printer ink ribbon and unlatch the ribbon. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 44 The printer will automatically line feed and should push the paper through the outside paper slot of the printer housing. If this does not occur, select “Paper Feed” from the “Instrument Settings” menu. DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 45: Charging Internal Battery

    Do not store the BA test equipment outdoors! The storage temperature must comply with the temperature range specified in section “Technical Data”. Maintenance and Repairs NOTICE Repairs and maintenance should only be preformed by authorized b2 personnel. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 46: Glossary And Abbreviations

    Standard Practices for Sampling Electrical Insulating Liquids Standard Test Method for Dielectric Breakdown Voltage of Insulating Oils ASTM 1816-12:1/2 of Petroleum Origin Using VDE Electrodes AS 1767 Insulating oil for transformers and switchgear DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 47: Declaration Of Conformity

    10 Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity The BA60, BA75, BA80 and BA100 are CE certified and meet the following requirements of the European Council: Category Standard IEC61004-2, ESD Level 4 (8/15 kV) IEC61004-4, Burst 4 kV 5 kHz EN55011...
  • Page 48 10 Declaration of Conformity BA60 DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 49 10 Declaration of Conformity BA75 © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...
  • Page 50 10 Declaration of Conformity BA80 DHV0017 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
  • Page 51 10 Declaration of Conformity BA100 © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0017 b2 EN...

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