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HAL:400
QUICK START GUIDE
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  • Page 1 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE To ensure safe and proper use of the instrument, read and follow the instructions in the related user manual. The user manual can be downloaded from our website https://www.seaward.com/gb/products/manufacturing/hipot-testers/hal-400/#downloads...
  • Page 2 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE PG 2...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The instrument has been built and tested in accordance with: BS EN 61010-1 and BS EN 61010-2-034. Read and follow these instructions carefully and completely in order to ensure safe and proper use.

  • Page 4: Operating Conditions

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE • Devices and accessories from Seaward Electronic Ltd. are designed to work optimally with the Seaward Electronic Ltd. products expressly intended for this purpose. Unless otherwise expressly confirmed in writing by Seaward Electronic Ltd., they are not intended or suitable for use with other products.

  • Page 5: Adjustment / Calibration

    Fuses • The instrument may only be used as long as the fuses are in flawless condition. Defective fuses must be replaced. If in doubt seek guidance from an approved Seaward service centre • Never bridge the fuses. Never put the fuses out of operation.

  • Page 6: Liability And Guarantee

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION Intended Use / Use for Intended Purpose The HAL:400 is a multi-function production line Hipot tester designed to test electrical equipement that is not connected to the mains. It can perform continuity, insulation resistance, and hipot (AC and DC) tests either manually or automatically by setting up user-configurable test sequences.

  • Page 7: Symbols On The Device

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Opening the Instrument / Repairs The instrument may only be opened by authorised, trained personnel in order to ensure flawless, safe operation and to assure that the guarantee is not rendered null and void. Even original replacement parts may only be installed by authorised, trained personnel.
  • Page 8 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 490A913 (with Earth Bond test option) Hipot Test Lead Croc Clip (Red) (2 m)
  • Page 9 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE 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 no part number Optional Accessories: Some measurements requires optional accessories, for example hipot testing requires mandatory safety equipment.

  • Page 10: Front Panel

    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 10...
  • Page 11 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Feature Function Test Indicators Indicates test status: Fail Test in Progress Pass USB Ports (type A) For use with peripherals and data transfer PG 11...
  • Page 12 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Rear Panel Feature: Function: Beacon Output For beacon connection; switch from green to red while the instrument is active (Optional Accessory) Speaker Output Reserved for future use (3.5mm Jack) Display Output (HDMI) Output the main display to a large screen...
  • Page 13 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Feature: Function: USB Port (Type B) Reserved for future use. HAL:PL1 Port For connection to optional HAL:PL1 Load and leakage module IO Expander Port Used with I/O Control Modules (For integration) Mains Switch Incoming supply for the instrument and power switch...

  • Page 14: Powering On/Off

    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 instrument.

  • Page 15: Checking And Updating Firmware

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE 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.
  • Page 16 ‘Update’ button to begin. (If there is no update available, the available update screen will be blank indicating the HAL:400 is on the latest version.) After selecting ‘Update’, the instrument will display a message advising the user that the instrument is downloading the firmware and not to power off.

  • Page 17: User Levels

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE USER LEVELS The instrument has three levels of user within the user interface, each with various permissions based on the activities performed with the instrument. Each user level can have multiple assigned users. User Level Permissions Engineer Has full administrative rights to the instrument.

  • Page 18: Settings Tab

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE 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.
  • Page 19 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Creating a New Test Sequence DANGER High voltage! Incorrectly carried out high-voltage work is life endangering. Hipot testing can cause electric shock. • Read and observe the information from the associated manual. (See link on front page.) •...
  • Page 20 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Select the test type required. Modify the test settings on the right of the screen to match your requirements. Press the ‘Save’ button SAVE to store the sequence, if this is the first time you have attempted a save, the instrument will prompt you to give the sequence a name.

  • Page 21: Test Connections

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE TEST CONNECTIONS All test connections for the instrument are positioned at the rear of the device. Hipot and Insulation Resistance Test Connections For Hipot and Insulation Resistance testing the test clips or probes are connected as...
  • Page 22 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Earth Bond and Continuity Test Connections using No-burn Earth Bond Probe The No-burn Earth Bond Probe (optional) accessory can also be used as part of the measuring circuit. It maintains the four wire measurement principle and has a unique press and hold facility to ensure no marking on the product surface due to poor contact resulting in sparking.
  • Page 23 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE BEGINNING A TEST SEQUENCE The user can select a number of options for beginning a test when creating their sequence. Each individual test in the sequence can configured to start in one of four ways: Start Button The test is started by pressing the green illumated Start button (3 on page 10) or, if used, by a remote start/stop button (4 on page 12).
  • Page 24 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 25 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Feature: Function: Serial Number An optional field displaying the user assigned serial number, this will be included in the test record. (Not displayed in manual mode.) Part Number An optional field displaying the user assigned part number, this will be included in the test record.

  • Page 26: Technical Specification

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Continuity Test Display Range 0.00 Ω … 9.99 Ω, 10.0 Ω … 99.9 Ω, 100 Ω … 999 Ω, 1.00 kΩ … 10 kΩ Measurement Range 0.00 Ω … 9.99 Ω, 10.0 Ω … 99.9 Ω, 100 Ω...
  • Page 27 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE AC Hipot Test Display Range 0.001 mA … 20.000 mA Measurement Range 0.001 mA … 20.000 mA Display Resolution 0.001 mA Measurement Accuracy ±1% ±10 uA Output Voltage Range 100 V … 5000 V Output Voltage Steps...

  • Page 28: Disposal And Environmental Protection

    HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE DISPOSAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Proper disposal makes an important contribution to the protection of our environment and the conservation of natural resources. ATTENTION Environmental Damage Improper disposal results in environmental damage. • Follow the instructions concerning return and disposal included in this section.
  • Page 29 HAL:400 QUICK START GUIDE Old devices, electrical or electronic accessories and waste batteries (including rechargeable batteries) used in Germany can be returned free of charge to Gossen Metrawatt GmbH or the service provider responsible for their disposal in compliance with applicable regulations, in particular laws concerning packaging and hazardous goods.

  • Page 30: Service And Calibration

    The instrument is fully calibrated and found to be within the specified performance and accuracy at the time of production. The Seaward Group provides its products through a variety of channels; therefore it may be possible that the calibration date on the provided certificate may not represent the actual date of first use.

  • Page 31: Regulatory Information

    Seaward Electronic Limited. This also applies to accompanying drawings and diagrams. Due to a policy of continuous development Seaward Electronic Limited reserves the right to alter the equipment specification and description outlined in this publication without prior notice and no part of this publication shall be deemed to be part of any contract for the equipment unless specifically referred to as an inclusion within such contract.
  • Page 32 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...

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