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USER'S MANUAL
AC DIELECTRIC TEST SET
TYPE 6CB
MODEL NUMBER
6CB50/10-3
PHENIX TECHNOLOGIES
A Division of Doble Technologies
75 Speicher Drive
Accident, MD 21520
Phone 1 (301) 746-8118
Fax 1 (301) 895-5570
E-mail: info@phenixtech.com
Copyright © Phenix Technologies
VERSION 1.3 4/28/23

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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL AC DIELECTRIC TEST SET TYPE 6CB MODEL NUMBER 6CB50/10-3 PHENIX TECHNOLOGIES A Division of Doble Technologies 75 Speicher Drive Accident, MD 21520 Phone 1 (301) 746-8118 Fax 1 (301) 895-5570 E-mail: info@phenixtech.com Copyright © Phenix Technologies VERSION 1.3 4/28/23...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION SECTION NUMBER DANGER - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS UNCRATING PROCEDURE CONTROLS AND INDICATORS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INITIAL SETUP TESTING PROCEDURE DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE CALIBRATION TROUBLESHOOTING MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE VACUUM AND OIL FILL PROCEDURE CHECKING OIL PURITY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TRANSPORTING OF EQUIPMENT STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT CIRCUIT DIAGRAM SYMBOLS...

  • Page 3: Danger - Safety Precautions

    SECTION 1: DANGER - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING!!! Complete Grounding of this unit is necessary for the safe operation of this equipment. Disconnect inputs before ungrounding this equipment...
  • Page 4 SECTION 1: DANGER - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This equipment is capable of providing POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES! Improper operation or test practices may result in injury or death to the operator or surrounding personnel. The operation of High Voltage test equipment should only be performed by personnel familiar with HIGH VOLTAGE testing and safety procedures.

  • Page 5: Technical Specifications

    SECTION 2: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: 6CB50/10-3 Dielectric Test Sets are designed to measure the dielectric strength that an insulating material can withstand before an insulation breakdown occurs at rated power frequencies. INPUT (Refer to Unit Serial Tag) 110-120 Volts AC Amps AC 50/60 Phase...
  • Page 6 SECTION 2: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS METERING Output Voltmeter: Instrument Type: Meter Type: Peak/(Square root of 2) Accuracy: ± (0.8% of Reading + 0.2% of Range) + LSD (10-100% of range) Range: 0-10kV, 50kV Total Currentmeter: Instrument Type: Meter Type: True RMS Accuracy: ±...

  • Page 7: Uncrating Procedure

    SECTION 3: UNCRATING PROCEDURE GENERAL PROCEDURE 1. Exercise care in removing shipping materials to avoid injury to personnel or damage to the unit. Items in this shipment are large and heavy. Phenix Technologies recommends that 2 persons be assigned to this task. 2.

  • Page 8: Controls And Indicators

    SECTION 4: CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Control Panel Ground Stud Ground connection point for tying to high voltage cylinder ground. Main Power Circuit Breaker This is the main circuit breaker for the system. It provides a input overload protection for the system and functions as the main on/off switch for the unit.
  • Page 9 SECTION 4: CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Security/Warning Circuit Security Circuit - Provided for user connection of external interlock or auxiliary safety control device such as emergency off switch, gate switch, foot switch, dead man switch, etc. Included plug has shorting jumper installed to complete circuit. Jumper must be removed, and cable connected to user supplied device by user if desired to use this provision.
  • Page 10 SECTION 4: CONTROLS AND INDICATORS High Voltage Transformer 1. XFRM Input Input power connection to high voltage cylinders from control/regulator box. 2. Ground Stud Main ground point for unit. Connection to facility ground. Ground all other unit pieces to this point. This must be grounded at all times.

  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HMI CONTROLS This system is equipped with an embedded controller and resistive touch screen that functions as the HMI (Human-Machine Interface). The touch screen is used mainly to set up test parameters and display test readings. It is also used for calibration and troubleshooting. A menu style interface with touch buttons is used to navigate the HMI.
  • Page 12 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HMI CONTROLS: MAIN SCREEN The main screen displays voltage and current reading, unit status, and dwell timer values. This is the main operating screen of the device. MAIN SCREEN (STANDBY STATE) 1. Status Bar Indicates the main status message of the unit. There are three types of states that the unit can be in.
  • Page 13 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HMI CONTROLS: MAIN SCREEN (Cont’d) 7. VIEW MENU button Press to enter the Menu Screen. 8. OS Menu buttons...
  • Page 14 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HMI CONTROLS: MAIN SCREEN (Cont’d) MAIN SCREEN (ENERGIZED STATE) 9. Output Voltmeter Displays voltage of selected tap when unit is Energized. 10. Regulator Bar Graph Displays current regulator output voltage relative to maximum regulator output voltage. 11.
  • Page 15 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HMI CONTROLS: MAIN SCREEN (Cont’d) 17. Main Current Limit Displays the configured overcurrent trip-point. Unit will trip off if this value is exceeded. 18. Duration Displays the amount of time since high-voltage was turned on.
  • Page 16 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HMI CONTROLS: TEST RESULTS MESSAGE When the unit has been energized, and then it de-energized and regulator has returned to the zero position, a Test Results Screen will show over the Main Control Screen. The Test Results Screen will display if test was completed successfully or if there was a fault.
  • Page 17 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HMI CONTROLS: TEST RESULTS SCREEN (Cont’d) 2. Test End Cause Displays the specific reason the test was ended. If test ended due to fault, specific fault error will show. See Status Bar Fault states. A. If test was completed successful, will show “All test parameters met”. B.
  • Page 18 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HMI CONTROL: CONFIGURATION SCREEN To run a test, test parameters must first be set up. Setting these parameters allows the unit to automatically run the entire test cycle or have some functions automated when test is done manually. Value ranges are based off the selected output tap.
  • Page 19 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HMI CONTROL: CONFIGURATION SCREEN (Cont’d) 6. Apply button Press to save entered settings and return to the Main Screen. NOTICE: Settings WILL NOT be saved unless applied. 7. Revert button Press to restore most recently applied settings. 8.
  • Page 20 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-10 HMI CONTROL: CONFIGURE LOGGING SCREEN This unit is capable of logging readings from a test onto a USB storage device. Tap voltage, return current, total current, unit status, and time of reading are all logged into a .csv file. Periodic readings will be taken based on the Sample Interval.
  • Page 21 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-11 HMI CONTROL: CONFIGURE LOGGING SCREEN (Cont’d) To configure logging: A. Insert USB storage device into USB port. B. Press ENABLE/DISABLE to enable data logging. C. Enter Filename D. Enter Sample Interval E. Press APPLY CONFIGURE LOGGING SCREEN 1.
  • Page 22 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-12 HMI CONTROL: MENU SCREEN From this menu, users can access logins, settings, and calibration and maintenance tools. Some options will not be available depending on what user is logged in. See Login Screen for more information about users.
  • Page 23 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-13 HMI CONTROL: MENU SCREEN (Cont’d) 8. MAINTENANCE TOOLS button Press to enter Maintenance Tools Screen. Only available with Admin login. 9. FACTORY TOOLS button The Factory Tools Screen is for Phenix use only. It cannot be accessed by users. 10.
  • Page 24 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-14 HMI CONTROL: LOGIN SCREEN There are two different logins available. These are Guest and Admin. By default, when the unit is turned on, the Guest user will be signed in. The Guest user is able to run tests and do only the essential things needed for unit operation.
  • Page 25 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-15 HMI CONTROL: CHANGE PASSWORD SCREEN This screen is used to change the password of the currently logged in user. To change the password: A. Enter current user password in Old Password B. Enter new user password in New Password C.
  • Page 26 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-16 HMI CONTROL: CHANGE CLOCK SCREEN The date and time that is recorded in the data logging file can be changed by modifying this date and time. CHANGE CLOCK SCREEN 1. Date: Displays the current calendar date in ISO8601 format (YYYY-MM-DD). 2.
  • Page 27 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-17 HMI CONTROL: ACTIVATION KEY SCREEN This screen is used to enter product Activation Key and view unit information. A valid Activation Key must be entered for the unit to preform testing. There are two different types of Activation Key. These are Permanent, and Temporary.
  • Page 28 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-18 HMI CONTROL: ACTIVATION KEY SCREEN (Cont’d) 5. Status Displays the status of the activation key. Permanent  The permanent key has been entered. No additional temporary keys are required. Temporary  The unit is operation with a temporary key. If this key expires the unit will not be able to energize without contacting Phenix Technologies for a new key.
  • Page 29 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-19 HMI CONTROL: CALIBRATION SCREEN NOTICE: If calibration is required, contact Phenix Technologies for instructions and procedure. The Calibration Screen shows the raw analog reading value going into the controller. These values will be the in the range of 0-1. CALIBRATION SCREEN 1.
  • Page 30 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-20 HMI CONTROL: CALIBRATION SCREEN (Cont’d) 8. HOLD button Press to obtain an instantaneous sample of the raw inputs (will displayed in the right column) NOTICE: Displayed values require approximately 7 seconds to fully settle. Users must wait at least this long after changing voltage, before collecting calibration data.
  • Page 31 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-21 HMI CONTROL: CALIBRATION FACTOR BROWSER SCREEN NOTICES: If calibration is required, contact Phenix Technologies for instructions and procedure. This screen is used to view calibration factors for the unit. Each voltage and current channel will have at least one range associated with it.
  • Page 32 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-22 HMI CONTROL: CALIBRATION FACTOR EDITOR SCREEN NOTICES:  If calibration is required, contact Phenix Technologies for test instructions and test procedure.  Settings WILL NOT be saved unless applied. This screen is used to edit calibration factors of the Channel, and Range that was selected in the Calibration Factor Browser Screen.
  • Page 33 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-23 HMI CONTROL: CALIBRATION FACTOR EDITOR SCREEN (Cont’d) 6. Offset Edit button Press to enter a new offset value. 7. Slope Edit button Press to enter a new slope value. 8. Quadratic Edit button Press to enter a new quadratic value. 9.
  • Page 34 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-24 HMI CONTROL: MAINTENANCE TOOL SCREEN This screen allows users to access troubleshooting and maintenance tools. MAINTENANCE TOOL SCREEN 1. BACK button Press to return to Menu Screen. 2. REGULATOR CONTROL button Press to enter Regulator Control Screen. 3.
  • Page 35 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-25 HMI CONTROL: REGULATOR CONTROL SCREEN This screen is used to control the regulator motor. This should be used for maintenance and troubleshooting only. REGULATOR CONTROL SCREEN 1. Regulator Angle Displays approximate regulator swing arm position (0 at lower limit, 1 at upper limit). 2.
  • Page 36 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-26 HMI CONTROL: SOFTWARE OVERLOAD SCREEN MAINTENANCE TOOL SCREEN 1. OVERLOAD STATUS Indices the status of Overvoltage Overload, Total Current Overload, and Return Current Overload.  OK – The overload is not tripped and enabled. Tripped – The overload is tripped. ...
  • Page 37 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-27 HMI CONTROL: BOARD STATUS SCREEN This screen shows the status of various inputs and outputs of the controller. BOARD STATUS SCREEN 1. High-Voltage On Indicates status of HV output. 2. Security Circuit: Indicates status of Security circuit. 3.
  • Page 38 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-28 HMI CONTROL: BOARD STATUS SCREEN (Cont’d) 8. Long-Term Overload Indicates status of Long-Term Overload circuit. 9. Transformer Thermal Indicates status of Thermal Overload circuit. 10. Index Indicates the state of the Motor Position Encoder Index Channel. 11.
  • Page 39 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-29 HMI CONTROL: BOARD STATUS SCREEN (Cont’d) 33. Total Currentmeter Range. Indicates state of Currentmeter Auto-Ranging 34. Voltmeter Input Displays the raw Voltmeter Input value. 35. Return Currentmeter Displays the raw Return Currentmeter Input value. 36. Total Currentmeter Displays the raw Total Currentmeter Input value.
  • Page 40 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-30 HMI CONTROLS: STATUS BAR The HMI can display three types of status message, Standby, Fault, and Energized. This section describes the three types and detailed information about each message. Standby states are shown with a violet background. The standby states indicated that the unit ...
  • Page 41 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-31 HMI CONTROLS: STATUS BAR: FAULT MESSAGES The unit has the following Fault messages: Configure test to continue No test configuration active. Press CONFIGURE TEST to continue. Regulator is off zero position Output is de-energized, but regulator is not in zero position. Wait until regulator automatically returns to zero position to continue.
  • Page 42 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-32 HMI CONTROLS: STATUS BAR: FAULT MESSAGES The unit has the following Fault messages: Total Overcurrent Limit Exceeded Total current has exceeded the software limit. Press RESET OVERLOAD to continue. Return Overcurrent Limit Exceeded Return current has exceeded the software limit. Press RESET OVERLOAD to continue. Waiting For Remote Heartbeat The controller is not communicating with the remote PC.
  • Page 43 SECTION 5: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5-33 HMI CONTROLS: STATUS BAR: ENERGIZED MESSAGES The unit has the following Energized messages: Output energized High-voltage output is Energized. Output energized: At voltage setpoint High-voltage output is Energized and unit is at voltage set point. Dwell timer will countdown if set.

  • Page 44: Initial Setup

    SECTION 6: INITIAL SETUP MECHANICAL SETUP A. Designate an area suitable for electrical testing. The area must provide sufficient mechanical and electrical clearances to perform the test. B. The test site surface must be strong enough to support the weight of the unit. The approximate weight of each module is available from the respective nameplate.
  • Page 45 SECTION 6: INITIAL SETUP GENERAL ELECTRICAL SETUP (Cont’d) F. Connect the test specimen to the output termination or cable of the high voltage transformer. Ensure that connection is applicable for test level and type of test, and that the connection has sufficient safety clearances or voltage rating.
  • Page 46 SECTION 6: INITIAL SETUP CURRENT METER SETUP For all configurations, the ground stud must always be connected to a suitable earth ground. If the test set does not have a separate high voltage tank, the stud on the cabinet that houses the high voltage transformer must be connected to earth ground.
  • Page 47 SECTION 6: INITIAL SETUP UNITS WITH RETURN AND GROUND CONNECTIONS Units with only a return and ground connection are equipped two separate current meters. These are known at the Specimen Current Meter and the Total Current Meter. The appropriate connection to use is dependent on the object being tested.
  • Page 48 SECTION 6: INITIAL SETUP SPECIAL CONSIDERATION FOR AC/DC TEST SETS If the test set has both AC and DC voltage outputs, the guard circuit may be intended for use with the DC output only (see specifications). If so, connect the test specimen return to the high voltage tank’s ground stud for AC tests.

  • Page 49: Testing Procedure

    SECTION 7: TESTING PROCEDURE TEST PROCEDURE This subsection describes the test procedure for operating the test set. WARNING: This unit should only be operated by personnel knowledgeable in High Voltage testing and safety procedures. Improper or careless operation of unit can result in serious injury or death. TEST PROCEDURE: GENERAL The general test procedure is as follows: A.
  • Page 50 SECTION 7: TESTING PROCEDURE TEST PROCEDURE: MANUAL TEST The manual test procedure is as follows: A. Follow the General test up procedure. B. In the Configuration screen select Manual (1) under the Test Type, the desired Output Tap (if applicable) by pressing the Output Tap button (2), the meter return mode (3) and setting the desired test parameters (4).
  • Page 51 SECTION 7: TESTING PROCEDURE TEST PROCEDURE: MANUAL TEST (Cont’d) D. Increase voltage with Infinity Dial on front panel to run the Output Voltage (6) up to the desired test voltage. Dwell timer (7) will automatically count down when voltage is within +-2% of target voltage.
  • Page 52 SECTION 7: TESTING PROCEDURE TEST PROCEDURE: AUTOMATIC TEST The automatic test procedure is as follows: A. Follow the General test up procedure. B. In the Configuration screen select Automatic (1) under the Test Type, the desired Output Tap (if applicable) by pressing the Output Tap button (2), the meter mode (3) and setting the desired test parameters (4).
  • Page 53 SECTION 7: TESTING PROCEDURE TEST PROCEDURE: AUTOMATIC TEST (Cont’d) D. The unit will: Automatically start running the output to the desired Dwell Voltage. Stay at Dwell Voltage for time specified on Dwell Timer. III. Automatically run down the regulator to the zero position and open main contactor. AUTOMATIC MODE: OPERATING NOTICES: •...
  • Page 54 SECTION 7: TESTING PROCEDURE TEST PROCEDURE: REMOTE TEST The remote test procedure is as follows: A. Follow the General test up procedure. B. In the Configuration screen select Remote (1) under the Test Type, the desired Output Tap (if applicable) by pressing the Output Tap button (2). Then press the APPLY button (3) to return to the main operating screen.
  • Page 55 SECTION 7: TESTING PROCEDURE TEST PROCEDURE: REMOTE TEST (Cont’d) C. Operate the remote system to send test parameters to the test set. The test set will display “Waiting for test parameters”. During this time, the unit cannot be enabled. REMOTE CONTROL: WAITING FOR TEST PARAMETERS D.
  • Page 56 SECTION 7: TESTING PROCEDURE TEST PROCEDURE: REMOTE TEST (Cont’d) E. Start the test by pressing the red HV-ON button on front panel. CAUTION: The system is now energized; high voltage is now enabled to the output! F. The unit will: Automatically start running the output to the desired Dwell Voltage.
  • Page 57 SECTION 7: TESTING PROCEDURE TEST PROCEDURE: REMOTE TEST (Cont’d) G. The test is complete. The test set remains in remote control mode, waiting for the next command from the remote system.

  • Page 58: Dielectric Test System Software

    SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE The system is designed to operate with Phenix’s Dielectric Test System (DTS) Windows software. DTS provides data acquisition, database, and report generation capabilities that enables you to save your dielectric test results in a historical database for future recall and report generation. DTS also gives you remote control capabilities, via Test Recipes, allowing you to monitor tests from your computer.
  • Page 59 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE CONNECTING TO TEST SET Connection to the test set is made possible via a wired ethernet cable, or wirelessly via Wi-Fi. If test set is equipped with an ethernet jack, then an ethernet cable must be used. If there is no ethernet jack, then the test set is equipped with Wi-Fi.
  • Page 60 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE CONNECTING TO TEST SET (Cont’d) 4. The first time you launch DTS, you may see the Windows Firewall message below. Check the domain and private allow checkboxes and click “Allow access.” WINDOWS SECURITY ALERT 5.
  • Page 61 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE CONNECTING TO TEST SET (Cont’d) COMMAND PROMPT: PING...
  • Page 62 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE SETUP Once the DTS software is installed, open the application up and select the Tools menu option to display the Setup menu. The setup screen allows the operator to set static information that configures how the application operates.
  • Page 63 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE SETUP: GENERAL SETUP SCREEN: GENERAL 2. Setup tabs The Setup screen has the follow tabs; General, Labels, Data logger, Custom. Click on the tab to display parameters stored under each category. 3. Header information Enter Company and Header information to be displayed as part of the report.
  • Page 64 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE SETUP: GENERAL (Cont’d) 8. Automatically Save Test Results Select the checkbox to automatically save test results after a test. 9. OK/Cancel Buttons Press OK to save all parameters and return to the main application screen. Press Cancel to discard all changes and return to the main application screen.
  • Page 65 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE SETUP: LABELS The labels options screen contains the field labels for the test result info fields. You may change any of these to suit your needs. These labels appear on the test results screen and on the test reports. SETUP SCREEN: LABELS 1.
  • Page 66 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE SETUP: LABELS (Cont’d) 6. Language If the report needs to be converted to a different language select the language from the pull down box. 7. OK/Cancel To save changes and return to the main operating screen press the OK button. Pressing the Cancel button discards any changes and returns to the main operating screen.
  • Page 67 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-10 SETUP: DATA LOGGER To log data at a specific interval during a test select the data logger tab of the setup screen. SETUP SCREEN: DATA LOGGER 1. Data Logger Enable Select the Data Logger Enable checkbox to enable data logging for the application. 2.
  • Page 68 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-11 SETUP: CUSTOM SETUP SCREEN: CUSTOM 1. Current Meter Selects which current meter is logged. 2. Power Factor Bridge Serial Port: Used to select Power Factor Bridge device port.
  • Page 69 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-12 OPERATIONS Navigating DTS is made easy by the three large tabs. These tabs are always accessible and located at the top of every screen. These tabs provide access to the major areas of DTS: Test Results, Test History, and Test Recipes.
  • Page 70 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-13 OPERATIONS: TEST RESULTS (Cont’d) 2. Test History Shows a list of the test history. From here you can generate test reports and sort or search your history of tests. 3. Test Recipes Contains the test recipe table. Here you can add delete or modify test recipes that may be used to initiate or download tests.
  • Page 71 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-14 OPERATIONS: TEST HISTORY The DTS keeps a history of all dielectric tests that have been performed. DTS TEST HISTORY 1. Navigation Bar Use the navigation bar to highlight a specific test. 2. Search Field Use the search field to search for a specific item based upon the Sort By selector.
  • Page 72 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-15 OPERATIONS: TEST HISTORY (Cont’d) 6. Export to CSV Press to export the highlighted test to a separate file (CSV). NOTICE: The D149 report is a special report that is used when performing a dielectric strength test according to the ASTM D149 standard.
  • Page 73 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-16 OPERATIONS: TEST RECIPES Test Recipes are a powerful feature of the DTS software. They allow you to predefine test sequences and then download these sequences into the test set. The Test Recipe screen contains the test recipe table.
  • Page 74 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-17 OPERATIONS: TEST RECIPES (Cont’d) 5. Edit Button Click to modify the selected recipe. 6. Delete Button Click to delete the selected recipe. 7. Run Test Click to run the selected recipe. The test sequence will be downloaded into the test set. You will then be prompted to press the ON button to begin the test.
  • Page 75 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-18 OPERATION: TEST RECIPES: STEP TEST TYPE The step test begins at a predefined voltage level then steps the voltage up at a fixed level, for a fixed dwell duration and for a fixed number of steps. STEP TEST TYPE SCREEN 1.
  • Page 76 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-19 OPERATION: TEST RECIPES: STEP TEST TYPE (Cont’d) 7. Dwell Fields The amount of time (in hours, minutes and seconds) that the voltage remains at the new step level before increasing to the next level. 8.
  • Page 77 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-20 OPERATION: TEST RECIPES: CYCLE TEST TYPE The cycle test type begins at a predefined voltage level then alternately adjusts the voltage up (or down) to a second level for a fixed dwell duration and for a fixed number of cycles. CYCLE TEST TYPE SCREEN 1.
  • Page 78 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-21 OPERATION: TEST RECIPES: CYCLE TEST TYPE (Cont’d) 6. Second Dwell Fields The amount of time (in hours, minutes and seconds) that the voltage remains at the second voltage level before moving back to the start level. 7.
  • Page 79 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-22 OPERATION: TEST RECIPES: CUSTOM TEST TYPE The custom test type allows you to define the voltage level, dwell, and ramp rate for every step in the test sequence. CUSTOM TEST TYPE SCREEN 1. Insert Use the Insert button to add a custom sequence of test steps with unique voltage set points, dwell time, and ramp rates.
  • Page 80 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-23 TOOLS: BACKUP DATA DTS data should be backed up on a regular basis. Hard disks do fail; you don’t want to lose years of valuable data. We recommend that you maintain at least two separate backup disks (floppy disks or USB memory sticks).
  • Page 81 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-24 TOOLS: DATA RECOVERY Should something happen and you need to restore data from a backup, DTS provides a similar function for restoring data. The Restore Data screen allows you to easily select a drive/directory as a source for data recovery.
  • Page 82 SECTION 8: DIELECTRIC TEST SYSTEM SOFTWARE 8-25 EXPORT DATA The data export function allows exporting all test results data from DTS to a Microsoft Access 2000 database and more recent versions. It is also operational in Excel. DATA EXPORT SCREEN The Data Export procedure is as follows: 1.
  • Page 83 SECTION 9: CALIBRATION WARNING!!! Lethal voltages may be encountered when calibrating this equipment. Calibration should be performed by a qualified person. It is strongly recommended that you read the entire calibration procedure before performing any steps, even if you are only performing one section of the calibration procedure. CALIBRATION: GENERAL All meters have been calibrated at the factory.

  • Page 84: Calibration

    SECTION 9: CALIBRATION CALIBRATION: GENERAL (Cont’d) It is recommended that the system is only recalibrated if the validation fails or is close to failing to meet the meter specifications. If the estimated drift percentage indicates that the meter will fall outside of specification before the next scheduled validation, then it is recommended to recalibrate.
  • Page 85 SECTION 9: CALIBRATION CALIBRATION: GENERAL (Cont’d) E. Select a scattered chart from the pulldown list of charts.
  • Page 86 SECTION 9: CALIBRATION CALIBRATION: GENERAL (Cont’d) A chart will appear on the worksheet with the data that was highlighted. Click on the chart elements button and select Trendline. G. Mouse over Trendline and Select more Trendline options (not shown)
  • Page 87 SECTION 9: CALIBRATION CALIBRATION: GENERAL (Cont’d) H. Select Polynomial on the Format Trendline options. Select Display Equation on Chart. J. Enter the Calibration screen on the system and enter the new equation information into the system. Refer to the Operating Instructions section for additional information on how to enter the new calibration factor into the system.
  • Page 88 SECTION 9: CALIBRATION CALIBRATION: AC OUTPUT VOLTMETER AC Hipots are configured to measure the AC peak and divide it by the square root of 2, which is common in insulation-based systems to nominalize the measurement to an RMS value. This is often called “peak responding, calibrated to RMS”...
  • Page 89 SECTION 9: CALIBRATION CALIBRATION: AC TOTAL CURRENT METER The system’s Total Current meter measures the total output current of the system. This measurement includes losses in the system’s transformer in addition to the load of the specimen under test. The Total Current meter is calibrated to True RMS.
  • Page 90 SECTION 9: CALIBRATION CALIBRATION: METERING BOARD (PCB1387) PCB1387 contains the following meters: • Primary Overload • AC Output voltmeter (Peak Responding Square root of 2) • AC Total Current meter (True RMS) • AC Specimen Current meter (If applicable)
  • Page 91 SECTION 9: CALIBRATION CALIBRATION: METERING BOARD PCB1387: PRIMARY OVERLOAD The system is designed with an independent AC overload current meter for additional safety. The overload meter is designed to fault the system if the HV transformer’s primary current exceeds the absolute maximum.

  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 10: TROUBLESHOOTING 10-1 GENERAL If the controls do not operate properly after having been used according to the instructions, the following should be checked. • Check main facility input power to the test set. • Check indicating lamps. (Spare lamps are available through Phenix Technologies.) •...
  • Page 93 SECTION 10: TROUBLESHOOTING 10-2 SPECIFIC PROBLEM: VOLTMETER INOPERABLE High voltage output shorted to ground. Damaged or inoperative Measurement Divider Switch (If equipped). Meter defective. Faulty TX1 interconnect cable (if equipped) Faulty circuit on PCB1387. SPECIFIC PROBLEM: PRIMARY OVERLOAD INOPERABLE A. Improper sensitivity (adjust Overcurrent Trip, R1, on front panel). B.

  • Page 94: Mechanical Maintenance

    SECTION 11: MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE 11-1 CONTROLS/REGULATOR The only mechanical maintenance needed on the control panels is that it be kept clean. No solution or chemical stronger than an ordinary household cleaner such as Formula 409 or denatured alcohol should be applied to the control panel. Care must be used when cleaning the meter faces and panel. Abrasives may remove printing and descriptive titles and scratch meter faces.

  • Page 95: Vacuum And Oil Fill Procedure

    SECTION 12: VACUUM AND OIL FILL PROCEDURE 12-1 With units designed with an oil filled transformer tank, an oil level check should be part of a routine inspection. Oil filling requires a specific oil type and a vacuum be placed on the transformer tank. Follow the procedure below for filling the transformer tank.
  • Page 96 SECTION 13: CHECKING OIL PURITY 13-1 The most reliable means of determining the purity of the oil in the field is to test the dielectric strength. Available test sets for this purpose differ in design, particularly in the shape of the electrodes and the test container.
  • Page 97 SECTION 13: CHECKING OIL PURITY 13-2 SPECIFICATION Transformer oil is a high-quality insulating oil specially refined and formulated to meet the exacting requirements of major electrical equipment manufacturers and users. Transformer oil is used as the insulating and cooling medium for oil-immersed transformers where a high quality straight mineral oil is desired.

  • Page 98: Checking Oil Purity

    SECTION 13: CHECKING OIL PURITY 13-3 METHODS AND CRITERIA Below are test methods and pass criteria specifications for testing Hydrodec Superfine transformer oil. Refer to oil manufacturer’s specification sheet for detailed information. TEST METHOD UNITS SPECIFICATION Moisture ASTM D1533 mg/kg 35 max Color ASTM D1500...

  • Page 99: Maintenance Schedule

    SECTION 14: MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 14-1 Below is a general guide schedule for maintaining the test set. Refer to the appropriate sections in this manual for maintenance instructions. NOTICE: This schedule is intended as a general guide. Preventive maintenance frequency checks will depend on the duty cycle and the environmental conditions for the Test Set.

  • Page 100: Transporting Of Equipment

    SECTION 15: TRANSPORTING OF EQUIPMENT 15-1 In some instances, there is a requirement for transporting the equipment from one location to another for on-site field testing. In such cases, the following precautions should be followed: CONTROL /REGULATOR SECTION Disconnect and rap all cabling securing them with cable ties. Store the cabling in the appropriate bin or bag.

  • Page 101: Storage Of Equipment

    SECTION 16: STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT 16-1 If the equipment will be stored for a prolonged period, the following precautions are recommended. 1. The equipment should be protected from the elements and kept in a warm, dry environment (95% maximum humidity, 5 to 50 degrees C). 2.

  • Page 102: Circuit Diagram Symbols

    SECTION 17: CIRCUIT DIAGRAM SYMBOLS 17-1...

  • Page 103: Electrical Schematics

    SECTION 18: ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS 18-1 SCHEMATIC DRAWING NUMBERS This section lists the Phenix drawing numbers and drawing descriptions that are contained in the system. DRAWING NUMBER DESCRIPTION (110-120V) 9602104 6CB50/10-3 SYSTEM OVERVIEW 7612104 6CB50/10-3 CONTROLS/REGULATOR SCHEMATIC 7632104 6CB50/10-3 HV XFORMER SCHEMATIC (220-240V) 9602105 6CB50/10-3 SYSTEM OVERVIEW...

  • Page 105: Parts Ordering Information

    SECTION 19: PARTS ORDERING INFORMATION 19-1 Replacement parts are available from Phenix Technologies, Inc. Changes to Phenix Technologies' products are sometimes made to accommodate improved components as they become available, and to give you the benefit of the latest technical improvements developed in our Engineering Department.
  • Page 106 SECTION 20: PARTS LIST 20-1 CONTROL SECTION ITEM DESCRIPTION CAT-5 1001489 ETHERNET CABLE D101-2 1780025 DIODE ENCDR101 1004000 ENCODER ENCDR101 1355325 ENCODER KNOB HDMI CBL 1001419 HDMI CABLE, 1 FT MP101 1001238 MICRO CONTROLLER MP101-2 1001217 MEMORY CARD MP102 1001291 MICRO CONTROLLER WIFI PS101 1590136...

  • Page 107: Parts List

    SECTION 20: PARTS LIST 20-2 REGULATOR SECTION ITEM DESCRIPTION BRDG101 1789205 BRIDGE RECTIFIER C101 1098940 CAPACITOR C102 1093070 CAPACITOR CB101 (120V) 1601322 CIRCUIT BREAKER CB101 (220V) 1601312 CIRCUIT BREAKER CB102 1601415 THERMAL CIRCUIT BREAKER CON101 1153328 POWER INLET CON102 1151179 RECEPTACLE CON102 1151184...
  • Page 108 SECTION 20: PARTS LIST 20-3 HIGH VOLTAGE SECTION ITEM DESCRIPTION BP301 GND 1351103 BINDING POST GREEN BP302 RTN 1351102 BINGING POST RED CON301 1151178 RECEPTACLE CON301 1151182 PINS CON301, 1151196 MOV301 (120V) 1606100 MOVISTOR (130V) MOV301 (220V) 1606110 MOVISTOR (275V) R301 1748415 RESISTOR...

  • Page 109: Recommended Spare Parts

    SECTION 21: RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS 21-1 Phenix Technologies recommends that the customer purchase and stock the following parts for normal maintenance of the unit. The recommended quantity should be sufficient to support the unit during normal operation. If the unit will be operated at an isolated site for an extended period or will be subjected to unusual stresses or severe environmental conditions, a larger quantity of parts should be stocked as spares.

  • Page 110: Returned Material

    SECTION 22: RETURNED MATERIAL 22-1 If for any reason it becomes necessary to return this equipment to the factory, contact the Service Department of Phenix Technologies, Inc. The following information must be given: Name Plate Information Model Number Serial Number Reason for Return Cause of Defect If Phenix Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 111: Customer Comments

    SECTION 23: CUSTOMER COMMENTS 23-1 Phenix Technologies made significant efforts to ensure that the materials in this Operator’s Manual are correct. If there are concerns or comments as you have used this information, Phenix Technologies appreciates any feedback. SERIAL NUMBER: SECT PAGE(S) COMMENT Please return to:...

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