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- Page 1 ® PowerMaster 8813 Training Simulator & ® PowerMaster 8843 Training Administrator Station Firmware Version 1.0.4.0 Product Manual Revision 1.0 Rev 1.00...
- Page 2 Copyright Notice: Copyright © by TEC, 2020. All rights reserved. Disclaimer This documentation is provided for information purposes. TEC makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Contacting Powermetrix ................4 Warranty ......................5 Safety ......................6 Product Manual Release Notes ..............7 Introduction ..................... 8 Components & Standard Accessories ..........9 Model 8813 ........................9 Model 8843 Training Administrator Station ................ 9 Model 8813 Training Simulator Description ........10 Bench Overview ...................... -
Page 4: Contacting Powermetrix
CONTACT US page on the website. Technical Support For technical support, please contact the factory at +1 (865) 966-5857 and ask for “Powermetrix Technical Support.” You may alternatively email Powermetrix at help@powermetrix.com. The support staff will answer questions about the operation and care of your equipment, assist you in troubleshooting a problem, and help you overcome common application difficulties whenever possible. -
Page 5: Warranty
(but not limited to) scratches, dents, and electric meters. Extended Warranty ® TEC/Powermetrix Division offers 3-year extended warranties for the PowerMaster 8813 and associated components. This warranty will begin after the manufacturer’s standard 2-year warranty is exhausted, thus adding comprehensive coverage for each model to 5 years from purchase date. -
Page 6: Safety
Safety WARNING ® Operation of the PowerMaster and the supplied accessories and adapters can present the user to potentially hazardous conditions. Please follow all required safety procedures set forth by the user’s safety organization within the company. If no safety organization exists, please follow all applicable OSHA rules and standards for PPE (Person Protective Equipment) when working in high voltage and low voltage environments. -
Page 7: Product Manual Release Notes
Product Manual Release Notes ® Product: PowerMaster 8813 Release Date: 5/26/2020 Manual Version: What’s New: First version of user manual Rev 1.00... -
Page 8: Introduction
1 Introduction The PowerMaster® 8813 is a true 3-phase training simulator for metering technicians to help improve their troubleshooting skills for applications encountered in the field. The Model 8813 provides a safe, controlled environment to help the trainee accelerate their education in meter testing and wiring verification. -
Page 9: Components & Standard Accessories
The PowerMaster 8813 (10-130-8813) package comes with the following components and standard accessories: Part Number Product 10-120-8813 PowerMaster 8813 Self-Contained Training Bench 10-123-8804 8813 Touchscreen Computer System Package 10-130-8851 Rack Mount 3-Phase Load Box 30A 10-130-8860 PowerMaster 8813 Distribution Box Assembly... -
Page 10: Model 8813 Training Simulator Description
3 Model 8813 Training Simulator Description ® This section gives the user a brief tour of the PowerMaster 8818833. It describes the various components, functionality, and other standard features of the test bench. 3.1 Bench Overview User Interface Meter Sockets Load Box &... - Page 11 16SS 1S/2S Meter Meter Socket Socket Probewell Socket 12SS Meter Socket 240V AC Power Input Strip Figure 2.1.2 – Bench Detail (Front) AC Power Strip The Model 8813 test bench includes a 6-connector AC power strip to be used for electronic devices.
- Page 12 Emergency Stop Power GFI Reset Figure 2.1.3 – Bench Detail (Mid) Power The Power switch turns the test bench on or off. When switched on, the Load Box, Model 8851 distribution box, rack cooling, and all other circuitry are powered on. Emergency Stop The Emergency Stop will eliminate the power provided to all meter sockets and is meant to be used during an emergency situation.
- Page 13 User Interface Computer Peripherals Figure 2.1.3 – Bench Detail (Right) User Interface Using a mounted display, the User Interface allows the user to interact with the test bench. The display is touchscreen and is powered by an integrated personal computer. Computer Peripherals Each test bench includes (1) USB wireless mouse and (1) USB wireless keyboard as alternative peripherals to the PC’s embedded touchscreen.
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Page 14: Bench Touchscreen Interface
Distribution Box (Model 8860) The Model 8860 is used in tandem with the Load Box to allow the Model 8813 Test Bench to simulate errors commonly found in the field. Load Box The Load Box provides 3-phase current and voltage to power the meter sockets on the bench. Controls for the load box are communicated using the Model 8843 Training Administrator Station or by the user while in “Technician”... -
Page 15: Login
3.2.1 Login When the test bench is powered up, the user can login using the credentials defined in the Model 8843 Training Administrator Station (TAS). Note that the Model 8843 Training Administrator Station (TAS) must be powered up and logged in by the Admin before logging into the Bench Touchscreen Interface. -
Page 16: Technician (And Admin) View
When the scenario begins, the Trainee will see a dynamic screen that communicates to the user the designated meter form and service, the status of the load box, and the time elapsed during the scenario. The intention is that the Trainee is not aware of the actual scenario and provides a learning experience for the user to hone troubleshooting skills. -
Page 17: Model 8843 Training Administrator Station (Tas)
4 Model 8843 Training Administrator Station (TAS) The Training Administrator Station (TAS), which can pair up to four Model 8813 and/or Model 8813 training benches, is a remote controller that uses a touchscreen Microsoft tablet communicating over a closed WIFI network. -
Page 18: User Management
4.2 User Management After the master Administrator is created and logged in, users can now be created. There are three levels of users to choose from. Administrator An Administrator has all rights enabled and is the only user that can operate the Model 8843 Training Administrator Station (TAS) and its associated functions. -
Page 19: User Management Screen Overview
4.2.2 User Management Screen Overview Username This field is meant for the user’s name or nickname. 16 character limit. Required field. Enabled When the check is visible, the user can login to the touchscreen PC on the bench. If the Enabled is unchecked, the user cannot login. -
Page 20: Main Interface (Home Screen)
4.3 Main Interface (Home Screen) Company Logo Bench and Emergency Scenario Stop Info Emergency Function Stop All Active Keys Benches The Model 8813 display allows the user to select the meter form and error scenario to simulate for each metering service. Each section represents a test bench and information associated while the bench is either active or inactive. -
Page 21: Manual Adjustments
Select Scenario, then click Wait on Trainee/Technician On bench, Trainee/Technician “Select” confirmation verifies PPE. Click “Start Test” STEP 7 STEP 8 On bench, scenario will begin On tablet, scenario can be monitored 4.5 Manual Adjustments Adjustment buttons for primary values Making Manual Adjustments Once connections are made and the Load Box is enabled, the user has the ability to change both amplitude and phase for voltage and current. -
Page 22: How To Stop And Evaluate A Completed Scenario
To begin, on the TAS, click on the active test bench. Next, click on the Manual Drive tab and adjust values. The up/down arrows will display next to the values. The user can now press the buttons to allow the value to increase or decrease by one increment (volt or amp) per button push. -
Page 23: Scenario Evaluation Screen Overview
4.6.1 Scenario Evaluation Screen Overview After the scenario is complete, the Admin has the ability to “Pass” or “Fail” the Trainee/Technician for their performance after the scenario is complete. For any issue that is considered to be no fault of the Trainee/Technician, like an emergency stop, the Admin can click on “Not Fault”. Each scenario and the Trainee/Technician’s performance is recorded and saved in a database. -
Page 24: Export User Records
click the “Clear” button at the header. To filter by date, select both the Start Date and End date using the calendar function. Once filtering is complete, click View Logs 4.8 Export User Records After filtering is complete from Section 3.7, the Admin has the ability to select records to export to a .csv file. - Page 25 This is the code version running on the TAS. PT/CT Error Lights Note: This feature only applies to the Model 8833. This is a toggle switch for the green and red LED indicators on the Model 8833 test bench. When enabled, the green light indicators next to the active CTs and PTs will light.
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Page 26: Error Scenarios
5 Error Scenarios The following Error Scenarios are helpful in teaching the user possible situations that can be found in the field and could lead to a revenue loss. The Model 8813 will allow the user to simulate particular scenarios, and the PowerMaster will display results the user will see when an error is detected. -
Page 27: Model 8813 Specifications
6 Model 8813 Specifications* AC Current Source Channels 3 outputs, 100mA to 30A Range Accuracy Phase Error Accuracy 100mA-30A Phase Adjustment 0 to 359.9° in 0.1° steps each phase < 1.0%, fundamental only Resolution 0.01A Frequency 60Hz AC Voltage Source Channels 3 outputs with Neutral reference;... - Page 28 *All information subject to change Rev 1.00...
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