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  • Page 1 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE...

  • Page 2: Limited Warranty And Limitation Of Liability

    LIMITED WARRANTY & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SEAWARD Electronic Limited guarantees this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 2 years, provided the instrument is serviced and calibrated by an authorised agent in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 3: Environmental Conditions

    ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The HAL:400 has been designed to perform tests and measurements in a dry environment. Overvoltage category II 300V. Pollution degree 2 according to IEC 61010-1. Protective system IP40 according to IEC 60529. Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Interference immunity and emitted interference conforming to IEC 61326-1, Class B.

  • Page 4: Safety Notes

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE SAFETY NOTES In order to ensure safe operation of the HAL:400, all notes and warnings in these instructions must be observed at all times. Do not attempt to turn off the HAL:400 while tests are active. The HAL:400 is intended for use in an indoor dry environment only.
  • Page 5 Do not open the HAL:400, no user serviceable parts. It is advised to regularly verify the correct operation of the instrument and any associated test accessories. Prolonged test times using high current may result in the test tips or jaws becoming hot.

  • Page 6: What's In The Box

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE WHAT’S IN THE BOX? The following items are supplied as part of your new HAL:400 instrument: Product Name Part Number HAL:400 Instrument 490A910 (without Ground Bond) 490A913 (with Ground Bond) Hipot Test Lead Red 490A1050 Hipot Test Lead Black 490A1049 Earth Bond / Continuity Kelvin Test Lead Set 490A1008...
  • Page 7 Also supplied as standard: Product Name Part Number Power Lead UK 39044 Power Lead EU 44B053 Power Lead US 44B118 Quick Start Guide 490A590 Calibration Certificate PG 7...
  • Page 8 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE HAL:400 TOUR Front Panel Feature Function Touch Screen Main user interface Soft Power Button Turn on/off Start Button Initiates test Stop Button Aborts test PG 8...
  • Page 9 Feature Function Test Indicators Indicates test status: Fail Test in Progress Pass USB Slots For use with peripherals and data transfer PG 9...

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Rear Panel Feature: Function: Beacon Output Switch from green to red while HAL:400 is active (Optional Accessory) Speaker Output Reserved for future use (3.5mm Jack) Display Output Output the main display to a large screen Remote Start / Stop Allows a remote start/stop button to be used (For integration) Pass / Fail...
  • Page 11 Feature: Function: USB-B Port Reserved for future use. IO Expander Port Used with IO Modules (For integration) HAL:PL1 Port For connection to optional load and leakage module (HAL:PL1) Mains Switch Incoming supply for the instrument and power switch No Burn Probe Port No burn earth bond probe port (Optional Accessory) Ground Bond Current +...

  • Page 12: Before First Use

    GETTING TO KNOW THE HOME SCREEN Feature: Function: Upper Information Bar This area provides access to the Home icon (Seaward logo) and the Log Out functionality. It also provides information relating to the current screen, and the user who is logged into the HAL:400.

  • Page 13: Test Connections

    TEST CONNECTIONS This section describes the test connections for the HAL:400 and how they are designed to be connected to the accessories. All test connections for the HAL:400 are positioned at the rear of the device. Hipot and Insulation Resistance Test Connections This section shows the correct method for connection of the HAL:400 test instrument for both Hipot and Insulation Resistance Testing.
  • Page 14 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Source H Source H Source L Source L Earth Bond and Continuity Test Connections using No-burn Probe Additionally the No-Burn probe (optional) accessory can also be used as part of the measuring circuit. This is designed to be used as an alternative to the (Output / Return) connection and replaces the (Red / Black) Kelvin lead.

  • Page 15: Checking And Updating Firmware

    CHECKING AND UPDATING FIRMWARE It is recommended that on first use of the instrument that a check is performed to ensure the latest firmware is applied. Firmware updates are provided over the air (OTA) by internet connection. Ensure the HAL:400 is connected to an active internet connection via the Ethernet cable (or Wifi Dongle) to proceed.

  • Page 16: Updating The Firmware

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Updating the Firmware After confirming the version numbers the next step is to initiate the update by selecting the Firmware update button. You will then be prompted to select a source for the update, it is recommend that this is performed using the Over The Air function with a HAL:400 connected to the internet.

  • Page 17: User Levels

    After completing the download, the HAL:400 will load the new firmware automatically. Upon completion the HAL:400 will require a restart in order to apply the updates. USER LEVELS The HAL:400 has three levels of user within the user interface, each with various permissions based on the activities performed with the HAL:400.

  • Page 18: General Tab

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE General Tab Allows the user level to be modified if needed and the username to be set. A password is required for both Supervisor and Engineer level users, but can be left blank for operators if a password is not desired.

  • Page 19: Settings Tab

    Settings Tab For each new user added the available test modes they can access can be chosen by simple check boxes. If a user is not given access to a test mode, then they will not see this mode from their home screen. The Test Mode screen is the default home screen for an operator level user, if only one option is selected, the HAL:400 will load automatically into this mode.
  • Page 20 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE CREATING YOUR FIRST TEST SEQUENCE The HAL:400 allows you to create test sequences and templates. There are subtle differences between the two, but both are designed to simplify and standardise the testing operation for the user. Test Sequence Test Template: List of individual tests that the HAL:400...
  • Page 21 Select the test type required. Modify the test settings on the right of the screen to match your requirements. Press the ‘Save’ button to store the sequence, if this is the first time you have SAVE attempted a save, the HAL:400 will prompt you to give the sequence a name. For full information on creating custom tests please refer to the HAL:400 user manual.
  • Page 22 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE UNDERSTANDING A TEST SCREEN During a Test Sequence or Manual Test, the test screen displays various pieces of useful information: Feature: Function: Test Sequence This section shows the tests in the sequence, at any one time three tests will be shown on screen.
  • Page 23 Feature: Function: Serial Number An optional field displaying the user assigned Serial number, this will be included in the test record. Part Number An optional field displaying the user assigned part number, this will be included in the test record. Output Display This column shows the output of the test where this is configurable in settings, for example Current on the Earth...

  • Page 24: Online Resources

    CALIBRATION To maintain the specified accuracy of the measurement results, the instrument must be recalibrated at regular intervals by Calibrationhouse (Seaward’s sister brand) or an authorised Seaward Service Agent. We recommend a recalibration period of one year. CALIBRATIONHOUSE (UK HEAD OFFICE) service@calibrationhouse.com...
  • Page 25 Notes PG 25...
  • Page 26 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Notes PG 26...
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  • Page 28 Head Office +44 (0) 191 586 3511 sales@seaward.com Seaward, 15-18 Bracken Hill, South West Industrial Estate, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2SW, United Kingdom USA Office +1 813 886 2775 usasales@seaward.com Seaward Group USA, 6304 Benjamin Road, Suite 506, Tampa, FL 33634, United States seaward.com...

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