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OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF Oil test set User Guide...
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Megger Ltd reserves the right to alter the specification of its products from time to time without notice. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within this document it is not warranted or represented by Megger Ltd. to be a complete and up - to - date description.
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Directive 2014/53/EU. Other equipment manufactured by Megger Instruments Limited described in this user guide is in compliance with Directives 2014/30/EU and 2014/35/EU where they apply. The full text of Megger Instruments EU declarations of conformity are available at the following internet address: megger.com/company/about-us/eu-dofc www.megger.com...
9.6. Print quality and changing paper ....................31 9.7. Vessel and electrodes ........................31 9.8. VCM100D/VCM80D ........................31 9.9. Test vessel motorised stirrer ......................31 10. Preventive maintenance ....................... 32 10.1. General ............................32 10.2. Cleaning ............................32 10.3. Care for OTS electrodes ......................32 OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
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14.2. Approved repair companies ......................39 14.3. Returning a test set for repair ....................39 15. End of life disposal ........................ 40 15.1. WEEE ............................40 15.2. Batteries ............................40 15.3. OTS60PB/ OTS80PB ........................40 15.4. Declarations of conformity ......................40 www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
Safety warnings and precautions must be read and understood before the OTS is used. They must be observed during use. The OTS must be used only in the way intended and for the stated purposes described by Megger. The OTS must not be used if any part of it is damaged.
N13117 Equipment complies with current ‘C tick’ requirements. Do not dispose of to landfill, sewage systems or by fire. DOUBLE INSULATED. This equipment has double or reinforced insulation throughout. DC voltage. AC voltage. Earth terminal. Fuse. USB terminal. www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
General description 3. General description Megger’s Oil Test Sets are liquid dielectric breakdown and withstand testers. The OTS80PB, OTS60PB models are portable instruments, designed for use in the field, where as the OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF are designed for laboratory use.
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OTS PB models The OTS60PB (60 kV) and OTS80PB (80 kV) oil test sets are small and the lightest on the market with weight ranging from 16.8 kg to 20.8 kg depending on model. There is an optional carry bag and transport case. The carry bag has pouches for electrode accessory pack, leads, quick user guide, paper roll etc.
USB barcode reader scans oil sample barcode labels (AF models only) Optional VCM100D/VCM80D voltage check units measure voltage directly Optional carry case with shoulder strap (PB models only) Optional transport case (PB models only) OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
20 ºC to 23 ºC. Note: Certain standards require field tests to be performed between 20 ºC and 30 ºC. www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
Description 3.5 inch, backlight, bright colour QVGA display On/Off LED External power LED / icon TEST’ button with associated red warning LED 12 key alphanumeric keypad Navigation keypad with ‘OK’ select button OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
B (5), offer USB host and device interfaces. A second USB type A (host) interface is located on the front of the instrument for user convenience. The USB type A interface (4) is used for a flash/hard disk drive. www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
Read the section in this document entitled, “Instrument Operation” before powering up the Oil Test Sets for the first time. Connect line power. Turn on the instrument. Follow the instrument setup procedure detailed below. OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
Fig 2: ASTM Storing oil samples ASTM offers an alternative option of storing the vessels empty in dustfree cabinet. ASTM www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
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Fig 4: Megger electrode gap gauge Megger recommends the use of flat, smooth gap gauges. The latest Megger gauges have a black anodized coating, which not only provides a smooth surface but also shows when the gauge is worn, as the shiny aluminium starts to show through the coating.
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The baffle/lid must be fitted to prevent air contact whilst the oil is left to stand to allow any bubbles to clear. www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
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If the impeller is used it is vital that air is prevented from coming into contact with the surface of the oil by fitting the baffle plate and ensuring that the oil level is sufficient to make contact with the bottom surface of OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
However, cleanliness, and good preparation is key to obtaining accurate and meaningful test results. Information on the Megger range of test instruments can be found on the Megger website www.megger.com. Further information can be found on the Megger booklet “The Megger guide to insulating oil dielectric breakdown testing”, part number 2003-149.
The flag symbol is used as an icon representing language option. Simply use the right arrow button to navigate to across the tabs to the language symbol. Then up/down arrow buttons to select the required language and press ‘OK’. The battery symbol will be shown on PB models only. OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
( ) key before entering the desired character. Pressing shift again will enter numeric digit entry mode, and a further press will enter Pinyin Text entry mode. www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
Moving DOWN from the edit box will select the left most Chinese character (most frequent used). Note: ‘>’ only appears (bottom right) when there are more characters than available boxes OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
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Chinese characters according to your requirement e.g. Press OK to complete editing or select RETURN to go back to the Home Screen. The Test ID entry will now be displayed in the Home screen www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
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Chinese characters already entered in the edit field. To edit the Chinese characters, a user needs to ensure there is no syllable, and if there is, use the virtual backspace button to delete the syllable first. OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
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Chinese characters. To accept the entered test ID, navigate the highlight to the virtual keyboard “OK” and press the physical OK button. The instrument returns to home screen with the entered test ID. www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
The electrode potential difference is displayed as it ramps up in over-sized digits to emphasise the presence of high voltage. Between tests there is a dwell time and possibly a stirring action. A count down timer indicates period of dwell or stirring remaining. OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
All screen based test results use only the relevant data to produce statistics i.e. statistics of mean breakdown voltage, data dispersion, range and standard deviation. Printing a result can be selected as default or from the PRINT function within the results window. www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
Navigate to the Tools top level screen as illustrated below. Select, “Manage Test Standards” by pressing the OK button. To edit custom tests select “Edit Custom Test Parameters” and press the OK button. OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
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Tools screen via the RETURN function. Note : The user should ensure that the relevant custom or withstand tests are selected as favourite tests before leaving the manage test standards screen. www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
5. Select required results and then ‘SAVE’ to transfer the results to filename (as entered) on the memory device. 6. Navigate back to top level functions and remove the memory device (if required) OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF www.megger.com...
9.9. Test vessel motorised stirrer Megger’s motorised stirrer is integrated into a modified lid assembly and simply replaces the vessel lid. Power is connected via a flush mounted rear insert and is disconnected as the stirrer assembly is lifted. This unit is not user serviceable.
10.3. Care for OTS electrodes Brass electrodes supplied with the Megger oil test sets will show signs of deposits built up from insulating oil breakdown testing. If left they will oxidise and appear dull.
520 mm x 380 mm x 250 mm OTS60AF 580 mm x 420 mm x 290 mm OTS80AF 580 mm x 420 mm x 290 mm OTS100AF 580 mm x 420 mm x 290 mm www.megger.com OTS80PB and OTS60PB OTS100AF, OTS80AF and OTS60AF...
For PB models, a transportation case is available as an option and required by customers wanting to transport the OTS80PB or OTS60PB by road, rail or air. A soft, shoulder carry case is provided as an option with the OTS80PB or OTS60PB.
PowerDB software 12. PowerDB software You can now download direct from the Megger website to ensure that you have the most recent version available. Visit megger.com/powerdb The latest edition will be at the top. Click the “download” button beside the file.
Accessories and Equipment 13. Accessories and Equipment Only Megger supplied accessories can be used with the OTS range. Non approved equipment cannot be guaranteed to work with the OTS. 13.1. Factory fitted accessories Included accessories (OTS PB models) Item Vessel 400 ml assembly (stirrer lid fitted)
14.2. Approved repair companies A number of independent companies have been approved for repair work on most Megger products, using genuine Megger spare parts. Consult the Appointed Distributor / Agent regarding spare parts, repair facilities and advice on the best course of action to take.
15. End of life disposal 15.1. WEEE The crossed out wheeled bin placed on the Megger products is a reminder not to dispose of the product at the end of it’s product life with general waste. Megger is registered in the UK as a Producer of Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
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