SAFETY WARNINGS Safety Warnings and Testing Precautions must be read and understood before the • instrument is used. They must be observed during use The circuit under test must be switched off, de-energised and isolated before test • connections are made. The test terminal panel and side recess panel must be kept in a dry, clean condition.
Contents Safety Warnings General Description Features and Controls Battery or Mains Operation Mains supply re-charging 12 V supply re-charging Battery Charging Notes Setting up procedures Setup Language Setup IR, SV and DD Tests Setup PI Tests Disable a Test Mode Enable a Test Mode Delete Stored Test Results Set / Reset Date and Time...
‘O O O O n n n n ’ or ‘O O O O f f f f f f f f ’. A high level of internal isolation allows the S1-5010 to be used while the battery is being recharged.
Features and Controls Guard Terminal Positive Terminal Negative Terminal To insert and lock in shrouded test plugs To release shrouded test plugs Push in turn a quarter turn and pull out Voltage setting HV Warning Flashes when a test is in progress or a hazardous Right Hand Cursor voltage is present.
The application of a mains supply of 95 - 265 V a.c., 50 - 60 Hz powers the instrument, and charges the battery. The S1-5010 will operate on a supply as low as 90 volts, but this will not fully charge the battery.
Setting Up Procedures Note: † If pre-set, the ‘SETUP’ security code input screen will be displayed. Enter the 3 digit security code using the ‘+’ , ‘-’ and ‘NEXT‘ keys. Press the ‘OK’ key to display the ‘SETUP‘ screen. Setup Screens Any changes made to the ‘Setup’...
Setting Up Procedures Example showing the setup of an enhanced SV Test Setup PI Test 1. From the ‘Menu’ screen, use the left hand cursor keys to select and highlight ‘SETUP‘. 2. Press the ‘CHANGE’ key. †§ The ‘SETUP‘ screen is displayed. 3.
Example showing the disabling of a PI Test Enable a Test mode 1. From the ‘Menu’ screen, use the left hand cursor keys to select and highlight ‘SETUP‘. 2. Press the ‘CHANGE’ key. †§ The ‘SETUP‘ screen is displayed. 3. Use the left hand cursor keys to select the test (identified as OFF) to be enabled. 4.
This is the communication speed to your PC when retrieving results to a PC file and does not affect the speed when using the S1-5010 with the remote control software. The default Baud rate is 9600. 1. From the ‘Menu’ screen, use the left hand cursor keys to select and highlight ‘SETUP‘.
Set / Reset ‘Setup’ Code To set or re-set the 3 digit ‘Setup’ code, the code is switched from OFF to ON. The screen is then exited and on re-entry, the required user definable 3 digit code is entered. This ‘Setup’ code must then be entered by anyone wishing to access the Setup screens.
Set / Reset Locking Test button The red Test button defaults to locking, when pushed for more than 1 second. The button can be set to ‘Locked’ or ‘Unlocked’. 1. From the ‘Menu’ screen, use the left hand cursor keys to select and highlight ‘SETUP’. 2.
The circuit under test must be completely de-energized and isolated before test connections are made • The S1-5010 can generate up to 5 mA at 5000 V. Circuit connections must not be touched when testing. • When turned On, voltage in excess of 5 volts across the + and - terminals will be indicated on the display.
Operation Performing Tests - General • Ensure that all test leads are clean and in good condition, and firmly connect them to the instrument and to the isolated circuit under test. • Switch the instrument On by pressing the yellow ‘On / Off’ switch once. The calibration check runs to check the operation of the measurement system and correct any small calibration errors which may occur during the life of the instrument.
An internal fault occurs. When the test is terminated the item under test will be automatically discharged. • To return to the menu display and start another test, press the ‘Menu’ key. • To switch the instrument Off, press the On / Off button once. Auto switch-off operates after 10 minutes inactivity.
8. To return to the menu display press the ‘Menu’ key. 9. If required, Setup the test button to the ‘NOT LOCKED’ position. Remote operation A software package S1-S1 is available for controlling the S1-5010 directly from a PC. You may also automatically define certain test sequences. See ‘Accessories’.
Test duration is typically 30 or 60 seconds and the S1-5010 will allow you to set this duration, and the test will finish automatically. The reading will not necessarily be the maximum value but if the same duration is used each test, then the same point on the curve of increasing apparent resistance is being compared.
Test Mode Summary The value of PI can often help in the situation where past test record frequency are limited, by giving a rough guide to condition of insulator. The figures should always be interpreted in the context of the equipment history and your experience.
The maximum DD value that can be measured (assuming the default test voltage of 500 V) is typically 20, if the capacitance of the test sample is 1µF, but decreasing to 2 for a capacitance of 10 µF. If the maximum value has been exceeded the result will show a ‘>’...
‘Batch’ (downloading a single or multiple results after a test(s) has been completed and stored in the memory of the S1-5010). In both cases, the download of results takes place via the RS232 port of the S1-5010 to a COM port of the PC.
Application Notes Preventive Maintenance The proverb ‘A stitch in time saves nine’ inspired the title of an Megger Limited booklet on insulation testing, as it neatly sums up the benefits of preventative maintenance. The savings come in financial terms from costly repairs, lost production, lost profits and in human terms, from lives saved in the event of dangerous electrical faults.
Application Notes Insulation Testing Concepts Insulation resistance can be considered by applying Ohm’s Law. The measured resistance isdetermined from the applied voltage divided by the resultant current, There are two further important factors to be considered. These are (i) the nature of the current through and/or over the insulation, and (ii) the length of time for which the test voltage is applied.
The guard lead can be used to remove the effects of surface leakage if necessary. The S1-5010 is capable of measuring up to 5 TΩ, and down to 0,01 nA (equivalent to 500 TΩ at 5000 V). When measuring resistances this high, the test leads should not be allowed to touch each other or any other object since this will introduce leakage paths.
(Please note that most voltmeters do not like more than 1 kV). If you wish to perform a proper calibration check using external resistors, the CB101 5 kV resistor box with 10 MΩ, 100 MΩ, 1 GΩ and 10 GΩ resistors is available from Megger Limited.
Appendix 1 Instrument DD index Leakage Selected test Selected test PI1 and PI2 and software (if applicable) current (in µA) voltage duration (if appicable) identity Capacitance of the item under test Heading Type of Test How test ended Actual terminal voltage Insulation Resistance STOPPED Step Voltage...
300 V phase to earth systems, Category III. Environmental Protection: IP54 with side recess panel closed EMC: In accordance with IEC61326-1 Operational uncertainties: Refer to www.megger.com Temperature coefficient: Measured current (>100 nA) 0,2% /°C Measured voltage 0,1% /°C Temperature range: Operating -20°C to +50°C Storage -25°C to +65°C...
Accessories Supplied with the instrument Part Number User Guide 6172-283 High Voltage test lead, 3m long (3 supplied) 8101-181 RS232 communication lead 25955-025 PC download software 6220-594 Test record cards (x 5) 6172-112 Accessory pouch 6420-116 Optional Fused Test Lead Set 6320-240 8m HV Test Lead set 8101-182...
A number of independent instrument repair companies have been approved for repair work on most Megger instruments, 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.
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