Baur Sys compact 2000 M pro, User Manual

Page 1: ... i f f e i s e n s t r 8 6 8 3 2 S u l z A u s t r i a T 4 3 5 5 2 2 4 9 4 1 0 F 4 3 5 5 2 2 4 9 4 1 3 w w w b a u r e u h e a d o f f i c e b a u r a t Us er manual Cable fault location system S ys compact 2000 M pro phd ...

Page 2: ... in an amended format is allowed only with prior written permission of BAUR GmbH 6832 Sulz Austria We reserve the right in the interests of our customers to make amendments as a result of further technical development Illustrations descriptions and scope of supply are therefore not binding The names of products and companies are the trademarks or brand names of the relevant companies ...

Page 3: ...isk of explosion and fire 12 2 3 6 Dangers when working with high voltage 12 2 3 7 Danger during the system s surge mode 14 2 3 8 Maximum permissible output current in DC voltage mode 15 2 3 9 TDR measurement on live cables 15 2 3 10 Dangers from road traffic 16 2 3 11 Guaranteeing immediate measures in an emergency 16 2 3 12 Safety locking feature against unauthorised operation 16 2 4 Special per...

Page 4: ...ing the system 35 6 5 2 Connecting 35 6 6 Connecting the TDR connection cable to the test object IRG 2000 37 6 6 1 Safety instructions for connecting the IRG 2000 to the live cable 37 6 6 2 Connecting 38 6 7 Connecting the system to the supply voltage 39 6 8 Securing the test area 39 6 9 Switching on the system 40 7 Switching off the system in the event of an emergency 41 8 Using the IRG 2000 as a...

Page 5: ...n 52 12 1 Safety instructions for cable fault location 52 12 2 Setting the general pre location parameters on the IRG 2000 52 12 3 TDR Time Domain Reflectometry 53 12 3 1 About the TDR method 53 12 3 2 Available TDR methods 54 12 3 3 Setting TDR parameters 54 12 3 4 Performing the TDR measurement 55 12 3 5 Evaluating TDR reflection images 56 12 4 SIM MIM Secondary Multiple Impulse Method 59 12 4 1...

Page 6: ... Testing the discharge unit 82 15 5 Checking and cleaning the connection cables and accessories 83 15 6 Cleaning system components 84 15 7 Replacing the rechargeable batteries of the IRG 2000 85 15 8 Checking and replacing the fuse in the TDR connection cable IRG 2000 86 15 9 Regular calibration 86 16 Faults and corrective measures 87 16 1 Safety instructions for repair work 87 16 2 Error display ...

Page 7: ...om card version A 1 06 The IRG 2000 time domain reflectometer from firmware version 05 05 05 05 03 09 1 3 Applicable documents This user manual applies in conjunction with the following documents User manual for the IRG 2000 time domain reflectometer User manual for Locator Set and other pin pointing devices option 1 4 Structure of safety instructions The safety instructions in this user manual ar...

Page 8: ...l danger Risk of electric shock Dangerous for persons with pacemakers 1 5 View Settings Symbol Meaning You are requested to perform an action 1 2 Perform the actions in this sequence a b If an operation consists of several operating steps they are specified with a b c Perform the operating steps in this sequence 1 2 Numbering in the legend List Indicates further information on the topic Indicates ...

Page 9: ... 2000 M pro About this manual 822 175 2 9 98 1 6 Note on the screenshots and graphics used The screenshots and graphics used are intended to illustrate the procedure and may differ slightly from the actual state ...

Page 10: ...nd property resulting from incorrect operation Proper use also includes compliance with all instructions in this user manual and all other applicable documents compliance with the technical data and connection requirements given on the rating plate and in the user manual and any other applicable documents compliance with the inspection and maintenance instructions for the system and its components...

Page 11: ...rbidden for persons with pacemakers DANGER Magnetic and electromagnetic fields in the immediate surroundings of electric equipment It is dangerous for persons with pacemakers and metal implants to stand in the immediate surroundings of electric equipment Magnetic and electromagnetic fields can damage and adversely affect the function of pacemakers and metal implants This can be dangerous for the h...

Page 12: ...the surfaces and the ambient air the stronger the tendency for condensation Always prevent condensation in devices Temper the device and system before and during the measurements so that no condensation occurs 2 3 5 No operation in areas with risk of explosion and fire Measurements in direct contact with water in environments with explosive gases and in areas with fire risks are not permitted Poss...

Page 13: ...gainst accidental contact and flashovers with suitable covers insulation mats insulating safety plates Cordon off all metal parts in the area of the test object terminals connection point and far end Insulate and earth the metal parts to avoid dangerous charges After a measurement after switching off the device or system the test object can still be live with dangerous voltage Before lifting the s...

Page 14: ... touches the system connected to the station earth Fault is far away from the system As the system is at the same potential as the station earth there can be a voltage difference between the system and the neutral earth in the event of a cable fault which can lead to rising potential of the station earth There is risk of electric shock if a person touches the system connected to the station earth ...

Page 15: ...ng illustrates the maximum permissible output current depending on the output voltage DC voltage Examples of max permissible output currents Output voltage DC Maximum output current Up to 8 kV 16 mA 10 kV 5 mA 12 kV 2 5 mA 16 kV 2 mA 2 3 9 TDR measurement on live cables The IRG 2000 may only be used on live cables in the following scenarios For TDR measurements methods TDR TDR Continuous and TDR T...

Page 16: ...open cables or faulty systems is forbidden Notify the responsible authorities immediately Use suitable personal protective equipment to protect against arcing faults To assess the local conditions adequately provide sufficient lighting at the work place 2 3 10 Dangers from road traffic As tasks with systems are often carried out in the road traffic area when assessing the danger also consider this...

Page 17: ...cific conditions in the work place Protection against electrostatic charging crushing slipping and other accidents Safety footwear Protection against electric dangers arcing fault Tested safety clothing Insulating helmet with visor Insulating protective gloves NH fuse puller with cuff Protection against noise Ear protection Protection against dangers from road traffic High visibility vest accordin...

Page 18: ...le cable fault location methods With Syscompact 2000 M pro you can use any of the following fault location methods Cable testing with DC voltage Time Domain Reflectometry TDR Secondary multiple impulse method SIM MIM Impulse current method ICM Acoustic pin pointing 3 PRODUCT INFORMATION ...

Page 19: ...ontrol the surge voltage generator Further information Chapter System control panel on page 20 4 HV connection cable Is used to connect the Syscompact 2000 M pro to the test object 5 Discharge and earth rod Is used to discharge and earth the test object 6 Rating plate Contains the technical data and connection requirements for the system Further information Chapter Markings on the system on page 2...

Page 20: ... The surge protective device is working and protecting the system from overvoltage Red The surge protective device is damaged When the LED is illuminated red the system cannot be operated 3 key Moves the system to the Ready to switch on operating state 4 key Moves the system to the In operation operating state 5 key Switches off the high voltage and moves the system to the Ready for operation oper...

Page 21: ...emergency off button acknowledge the message and unlock the emergency off button 3 2 2 IRG 2000 time domain reflectometer The IRG 2000 time domain reflectometer is used for cable fault pre location Parameters can be set for each measurement method via the user interface the menu navigation supports the operator when carrying out the measurements The traces are displayed and are easy to evaluate us...

Page 22: ...easurement data The following buttons are displayed LINE Displays the trace of the last measurement REF Displays the inserted reference curve File Displays a saved trace Window Single Window Multi Displays the traces in one or more windows Set REF Temporarily saves the current trace as a reference curve This reference curve can be inserted in the COMPARE view Is used to open saved measurement data...

Page 23: ...3 6 Status LED Displays the charge status of the time domain reflectometer Off The device is turned off or is running off the battery Green flashing The device is charged Green The device is running on mains operation 7 ICM port Is used to connect the cable for the impulse current method 8 Decay port option Is used to connect the cable for the decay method 9 SIM port Is used to connect the cable f...

Page 24: ...t REF Reference curve File Saved trace of a previous measurement 3 Reflection image Displays the traces and cursors 4 User support Shows which step is next in a measurement and gives the user additional support 5 Method Displays the selected measurement method 6 Charge status Displays the IRG 2000 battery charge status 7 Cursor distance Shows the distance of the cursor from the zero cursor 8 Butto...

Page 25: ...tion against unauthorised use or operation In case of danger immediately press the emergency off button The internal capacitor and the test object are discharged The system status changes to the Ready for operation operating state and the green indicator light on the control panel illuminates To operate the system again after pressing the emergency off button acknowledge the message in the display...

Page 26: ...operating state Ready to switch on An operating state in which All test voltage supplies are switched off All access points to the test area are closed To switch the system to the Ready to switch on operating state press the key on the system control panel The system s red indicator light flashes for approx 6 seconds The key illuminates In operation An operating state in which All access points to...

Page 27: ...y voltages are possible these are given consecutively one after another Not applicable here f Mains frequency VA Max recorded apparent output max 16 kV Max output voltage General warning sign Indicates that there is a potential risk of danger when using the product and hence the user manual must be observed CE mark Indicates that the device or system conforms to CE BAUR GmbH 6832 Sulz Austria Name...

Page 28: ...upply voltage If several supply voltages are possible these are given consecutively one after another Not applicable here f Not applicable here General warning sign Indicates that there is a potential risk of danger when using the product and hence the user manual must be observed CE mark Indicates that the device or system conforms to CE BAUR GmbH 6832 Sulz Austria Name and address of the manufac...

Page 29: ...2 80 m μs Accuracy 0 2 Sampling rate 200 MHz 5 ns Resolution 0 4 m at v 2 80 m µs Velocity of propagation v 2 adjustable 50 150 m μs Storage capacity 100 measurements Display 6 LCD screen resolution 320 x 240 pixels User interface languages German English French Italian Dutch Polish Portuguese Russian Spanish Power supply Battery type NiMH 12 V 2100 mAh 7 pcs Battery life Approx 5 h Charger 100 26...

Page 30: ...isplay LCD with background lighting screen resolution 160 x 80 pixels User interface languages German English Polish Portuguese Russian System Power supply 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Max power consumption 1500 VA Ambient temperature operation 10 C to 50 C Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C Relative humidity 90 Non condensing Height above sea level 2000 m Degree of protection IP42 Dimensions W x H x D 680 x ...

Page 31: ...mbient conditions specified in the technical data for this system Protect all system components against the following during transportation Damage Vibrations Dampness and humidity Transport and store the system so that it always remains in an upright position Otherwise the system may become damaged 5 3 Transporting the system manually CAUTION Risk of injury from the system tipping over If the syst...

Page 32: ...ghs approx 90 kg To prevent accidents and injuries note the weight of the system when transporting it If it is necessary to lift or carry the system use two people or a suitable lifting or transportation device 5 4 Transporting the system in vehicles 1 Transport the system so that it always remains in an upright position 2 Secure the system to prevent it from sliding or tipping over 5 5 Shipping t...

Page 33: ...ion cables 4 Check the safety devices regularly for proper condition and function 6 1 1 TDR measurement on live cables with the IRG 2000 as an independent device 1 Before each measurement on live cables check whether the fuses on the terminals of the TDR connection cable are working For this perform a continuity check with a multimeter Further information Chapter Checking and replacing the fuse in...

Page 34: ...able fault is located near to the system there may be potential differences between the system and the earth in surge mode Place the system at a distance of several meters to the cable route or cable fault location If operating in surge mode cordon off the system at distance of at least 1 5 m During surge mode people may only stand outside the cordoned off area Before starting surge mode check the...

Page 35: ...ace must be disconnected from the power supply Further information Chapter Ensuring there is no voltage at the work place on page 33 The connection points and far end are prepared for the measurement Further information Chapter Preparing the test object terminals on page 34 Connection diagrams Screened cable with 3 phases on page 36 Screened cable with 1 phase on page 36 Unscreened cable with 3 ph...

Page 36: ... 2 4 Remove the earthing and short circuit connection from the phase to be tested at the connection point and at the far end 5 Make sure that the phases not being tested are earthed and shorted Screened cable with 3 phases Screened cable with 1 phase ...

Page 37: ...ollowing scenarios For TDR measurements methods TDR TDR Continuous and TDR Trigger If the voltage proof input is enabled parameter Voltage proof On In electric circuits up to AC 400 V DANGER Working in the vicinity of adjacent live parts Danger to life or risk of injury due to electric shock Only use the supplied TDR connection cable with fuses If the TDR connection cable is used without a fuse or...

Page 38: ...measurements on live cables Chapter TDR measurement on live cables on page 15 The IRG 2000 is used as an independent device Further information Chapter Using the IRG 2000 as an independent device on page 42 Connection diagrams Screened cable with 3 phases on page 38 Screened cable with 1 phase on page 38 Unscreened cable with 3 phases on page 39 Procedure 1 Connect the black terminal of the TDR co...

Page 39: ...nger of people tripping 3 If the connection creates a hazard for the testing personnel and pedestrians mark them 4 The area around the test structure test area must be demarcated from workplaces and traffic in such a way that except for the tester no other person can remain in the test area except for the tester no other person can access the test area persons standing outside the boundary cannot ...

Page 40: ...e Press the On Off switch on the system control panel The system status changes to the Ready for operation operating state The green indicator light and the key illuminate The status LEDs on the control panel illuminate green The status LED on the IRG 2000 time domain reflectometer illuminates mains operation or flashes green battery is being charged ...

Page 41: ... off button The internal capacitor and the test object are discharged The EMERGENCY OFF ACTIV INTERNAL message is displayed The indicator light turns green 2 To operate the system again after pressing the emergency off button acknowledge the message in the display and unlock the emergency off button 7 SWITCHING OFF THE SYSTEM IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY ...

Page 42: ...scompact 2000 M pro cable compartment 2 Remove the connection cables from the ports on the IRG 2000 3 Release the rubber fastener and carefully remove the IRG 2000 from the holder 8 2 Placing the IRG 2000 into the system Prerequisite The system is switched off and is disconnected from the mains voltage Procedure 1 Open the Syscompact 2000 M pro cable compartment 2 Carefully place the IRG 2000 in t...

Page 43: ...tem Language 1 Press the MENU key 2 Use the rotary knob to select the System menu item and press the rotary knob 3 Use the rotary knob to select the Language menu item and press the rotary knob 4 Use the rotary knob to select the desired language and press the rotary knob The user interface of the IRG 2000 is displayed in the selected language 9 3 Setting the date and time If you save the measurem...

Page 44: ... rotary knob 4 Select the system of units to be used to display the distance and speed information Metric to display in metres English to display in feet 9 6 Evaluating reflection images with cursors Cursors enable you to mark fault positions precisely or to measure distances There are 3 cursors available Zero cursor Cursor 0 Cursor 1 and Cursor 2 The distances of Cursors 1 and 2 are calculated an...

Page 45: ...the rotary knob The measurement data is saved The measurement data comprise traces incl set parameters date and time of the measurement and cursor position 9 8 Printing measurement data Prerequisites The printer software for the IRG 2000 included in standard delivery is installed on a PC or laptop The IRG 2000 is used as an independent device Further information Chapter Using the IRG 2000 as an in...

Page 46: ...hed on Further information Chapter Switching on the system on page 40 Procedure 1 Press the MENU key on the display 2 Select the INSTRUMENT SETTING menu item and press the ENTER key 3 Select the LANGUAGES menu item and press the ENTER key 4 Select the desired language and press the ENTER key The display appears in the selected language 10 2 Setting the date Prerequisite The system is switched on F...

Page 47: ... information Chapter Switching on the system on page 40 Procedure 1 Press the MENU key on the display 2 Select the INSTRUMENT SETTING menu item and press the ENTER key 3 Select the CONTRAST menu item and press the ENTER key 4 Select the desired contrast and press the ENTER key 10 5 Setting the brightness of the indicator lights Prerequisite The system is switched on Further information Chapter Swi...

Page 48: ...ystem status changes to the Ready to switch on operating state The red indicator light flashes for approx 6 seconds 2 Switch on the high voltage by pressing the key within 6 seconds while the red indicator light flashes 3 The system status changes to the In operation operating state If you do not press the key within this period of time the system will be switched back to the Ready for operation o...

Page 49: ...item and press the DEF key The MAX OUTPUT VOLTAGE view is displayed 3 Use the arrow keys to set the maximum permissible output voltage and press the ENTER key The TEST TIME view is displayed 4 Set a test time of between 0 5 and 60 minutes or CONT and press the ENTER key The BURN MODE view is displayed 5 To enable the burn mode use the arrow keys to select YES and press the ENTER key Burn mode is p...

Page 50: ...int of the test object according to the nominal voltage of the network NOTICE The device may be damaged by an excessive output current An excessive output current during DC voltage mode can generate high thermal loads This will damage the transformer When using DC voltage mode observe the maximum permissible output current Further information Chapter Maximum permissible output current in DC voltag...

Page 51: ...the START key The cable test starts 6 If required and permitted use the HV adjustment keys to change the test voltage The test is stopped After the set test time After a breakdown in this case the breakdown voltage is displayed After 200 mA has been reached in burn mode After the STOP key has been pressed To continue with the cable testing press the CONT key 7 If you do not wish to perform further...

Page 52: ...ute for potential dangers 12 2 Setting the general pre location parameters on the IRG 2000 1 Press the key until the buttons at the bottom for setting the general pre location parameters are displayed 2 Set the desired pre location parameters The following table provides an overview of the pre location parameters that you can define Pre location parameters Settings Function Range 0 to 65 km AUTO I...

Page 53: ... determined by the extent of the impedance change which is defined by the reflection factor r r Reflection factor Z1 Cable impedance up to impedance change Z2 Impedance of a change in the cable route e g fault or joint If the impedance of a change Z2 is greater than the cable impedance Z1 the reflection factor is positive In the reflection image the open cable end is displayed by a positive reflec...

Page 54: ...external measuring device e g a clip on current transformer detects a specific current value The method is suitable for intermittent cable faults in a low voltage network To carry out a measurement connect the external measuring device to the Trigger Input port on the IRG 2000 and select the threshold value for the current Trigger current level 12 3 3 Setting TDR parameters On the IRG 2000 1 If re...

Page 55: ...efore each measurement on live cables check whether the fuses on the terminals of the TDR connection cable are working If the TDR connection cable is used without a fuse or with another type of fuse the IRG 2000 must not be connected to a live cable Trigger current level Can only be set with TDR method TDR Trigger 10 1000 A Is used to set a threshold value for current that is detected by an extern...

Page 56: ... button and press the rotary knob The trace is displayed The cursors are positioned automatically on the cable fault or cable end TDR method TDR Trigger The IRG 2000 is ready A measurement is performed as soon as the measuring device connected to the Trigger Input port detects a current that lies above the set threshold value The trace is displayed The cursors are positioned automatically on the c...

Page 57: ...impedance change The joints generate s shaped reflections Procedure during evaluation 1 Fault position negative reflection 2 Cable end positive reflection If possible compare the traces of a healthy and a faulty phase The differences in the traces clearly indicate possible fault positions 1 Perform a TDR measurement on a healthy phase 2 Press the FUNCTION key 3 Use the rotary knob to select the Se...

Page 58: ... 2 Save the measurement data Further information Chapter Saving measurement data on page 45 3 Perform a measurement with the same settings on the second phase 4 Press the FUNCTION key 5 Use the rotary knob to select the Set REF button and press the rotary knob The trace of the second measurement is saved temporarily 6 Perform a measurement with the same settings on the third phase 7 Press the COMP...

Page 59: ...h resistive fault As high resistive faults result in very minor or no impedance changes at the fault position no fault is visible on this reflection image Therefore it is also called healthy trace Then a HV surge pulse is fed into the defective cable phase which ignites an electric arc at the fault position and temporarily converts the fault into a low resistive connection Precisely at the time of...

Page 60: ...e pulse width is set automatically depending on the measuring range Narrow pulses have high resolution however they have a lower range due to the higher damping They are especially suitable for shorter cables When using wide pulses the range increases and the resolution decreases Voltage 10 60 V Is used to set the pulse voltage Impedance 10 250 Ohm Is used to set the output impedance Automatic cur...

Page 61: ...ters on the IRG 2000 on page 52 chapter Setting SIM MIM parameters on page 60 Procedure 1 System control panel 2 IRG 2000 time domain reflectometer On the system control panel 1 Press the MENU key on the display 2 In the display select the SIM MIM menu item and press the ENTER key 3 Release the high voltage Press the key for at least one second The system status changes to the Ready to switch on o...

Page 62: ... 1 minute This prevents the SIM MIM coupling unit from overheating 2 If no breakdown occurs If permitted use the HV adjustment keys to increase the surge voltage 3 To stop the current measurement press the STOP key 4 If you do not wish to perform any further measurements disable the high voltage release by pressing the key DANGER Dangerous voltage on the test object and other live machine parts Da...

Page 63: ...isplayed as a difference curve g To display the two traces again select the SPLIT button and press the rotary knob The measurement data can be transferred to a PC or laptop and printed To do so the IRG 2000 must be removed from the system Further information Chapter Printing measurement data on page 45 User manual for IRG 2000 Recommendations if the fault position is not easily visible If the meas...

Page 64: ...cannot be located with the Time Domain Reflectometry due to high pulse damping A breakdown is generated at the fault through a HV surge pulse The breakdown produces a travelling wave that drifts between the connection point of the surge voltage generator and the fault with alternating polarity The current ratio of this transient wave is evaluated and the time interval between the periodically recu...

Page 65: ...ject Transient wave that is reflected from the fault to the connection point of the surge voltage generator As the continuous electric arc produced by the breakdown is low resistive the polarity of the transient wave is reversed each time Transient wave that is reflected from the connection point of the surge voltage generator As the connection point is low resistive the polarity of the transient ...

Page 66: ...nob 8 Use the rotary knob to select the ICM parameters and press the rotary knob 9 Set the ICM parameters using the rotary knob The following table provides an overview of the pre location parameters that you can define Pre location parameters Settings Function Pulse width 20 ns 10 µs Is used to set the pulse width The pulse width is set automatically depending on the measuring range Narrow pulses...

Page 67: ... fault distance is 150 m The IRG 2000 is connected to the system via the ICM port The general pre location parameters and the ICM parameters have been set Further information Chapter Setting the general pre location parameters on the IRG 2000 on page 52 chapter Setting ICM parameters on page 66 Procedure 1 System control panel 2 IRG 2000 time domain reflectometer On the system control panel 1 Pres...

Page 68: ...art the measurement press the rotary knob for 2 seconds The measurement is started 5 End the measurement when the trace is displayed with several reflection periods Proceed as follows On the system control panel 1 Press the STOP key on the display 2 If you do not wish to perform any further measurements disable the high voltage release by pressing the key DANGER Dangerous voltage on the test objec...

Page 69: ...the periodically repetitive transients is used to calculate the fault distance to the connection point The first reflection contains an ignition lag ti i e the ionization time of the charger carrier before a breakdown Therefore the second or third reflection period is included for the evaluation Subsequent periods are weakened by multiple reflections and can distort the measurement result It can a...

Page 70: ...n the next peak of the trace 2 The fault distance including the length of the test lead is displayed 3 4 Subtract the length of the test lead 10 m from the displayed fault distance Recommendation With long cables place the each of the cursors on the rising flank Recommendation if the fault position is not easily visible If no breakdown was achieved or if the fault position is not visible properly ...

Page 71: ...ns 1 To save the measurement data press the FUNCTION key after the evaluation 2 Use the rotary knob to select the button and press the rotary knob The measurement data are saved The measurement data can be transferred to a PC or laptop and printed To do so the IRG 2000 must be removed from the system Further information Chapter Printing measurement data on page 45 User manual for IRG 2000 ...

Page 72: ...e acoustic pin pointing On the system control panel 1 Press the MENU key on the display 2 Select the SURGE MODE menu item and press the DEF key The MAX OUTPUT VOLTAGE view is displayed 3 Use the arrow keys to set the maximum permissible output voltage and press the ENTER key The DEF PULSE view is displayed 4 Use the arrow keys to set the desired surge sequence 1 20 pulses min and press the ENTER k...

Page 73: ...cordon off the system at distance of at least 1 5 m During surge mode people may only stand outside the cordoned off area Before starting surge mode check the cable route for potential dangers 13 3 2 Prerequisites The test area is secured The test object is connected properly Further information Chapter Commissioning on page 33 The parameters for the acoustic pin pointing have been set Further inf...

Page 74: ...nge the surge voltage 8 Connect the UL 30 universal receiver to the ground microphone 9 Locate the cable fault with the universal receiver and the ground microphone If the breakdown noise can be heard clearly use the acoustic signal to guide yourself during the pin pointing If the conditions are not suitable for a pure acoustic pin pointing you can also measure the magnetic signal Follow the instr...

Page 75: ...e touching the test object discharge earth and short it at the connection point and at the far end You may touch the parts that were under voltage only if they are visibly earthed and short circuited Disconnect the earth connections as the last connection of the test setup Never disconnect the earth connections as long as power and other periphery connections are still connected 14 PUTTING THE TES...

Page 76: ...ast 50 cm from the protective earthing cable of the discharge and earth rod 1 If not yet connected connect the earth cable of the protective earthing cable of the discharge and earth rod to the station earth 2 Assemble the discharge rod a Screw the hook onto the discharge part b Screw the discharge part onto the handle 3 Use the black handle to hold the discharge and earth rod and make contact wit...

Page 77: ...ic shocks and arcing faults Keep a distance of at least 50 cm from the protective earthing cable of the discharge and earth rod 1 If not yet connected connect the earth cable of the protective earthing cable of the discharge and earth rod to the station earth 2 Assemble the earth rod Screw the hook into the handle 3 Contact the test object with the tip of the earth rod 4 Immediately after earthing...

Page 78: ...ing the On Off switch on the control panel 3 To disconnect the system completely from the supply voltage pull out the mains plug 4 Press the emergency off button and remove the safety key 5 Disconnect the connection cables in the reverse order Important Finally disconnect the earth cable last 6 Clean the connection cables 7 Secure the connection cables onto the holder or clear them away 8 If neces...

Page 79: ...as a capacitor comprising two separate sub capacitors These sub capacitors can still hold a residual charge even when switched off Never take the system apart Inside the device there are no components that could be serviced or repaired by the user Maintenance and repair work must only be carried out by personnel trained and authorised by BAUR 1 Switch off the system before starting any maintenance...

Page 80: ...e unit Further information Chapter Testing the discharge unit on page 82 Every 12 months with frequent use every 6 months or as required Check the ignition voltage of the spark gap Further information Chapter Checking the ignition voltage of the spark gap on page 80 As required depending on the conditions of use Clean the system components Further information Chapter Cleaning system components on ...

Page 81: ...keys to set the single surge and press the START key 11 Use the HV adjustment keys to set the surge voltage to 4 kV 12 Press the PULSE key and check the voltage indication when doing so A single surge is triggered As long as the surge voltage is 1 kV the voltage should collapse with a single surge 13 Reduce the surge voltage step by step and release a single surge each time As long as the surge vo...

Page 82: ...rge in the surge capacitors and the thermal heating of the resistances influence the resistance measurement The system is switched off and is disconnected from the mains voltage The system is earthed correctly Procedure 1 Connect the ohmmeter to the HV connection cable and the screen of the HV connection cable 2 Measure the resistance between the HV connection cable and the screen The resistance m...

Page 83: ...material compatibility Do not clean the connection cables with acetone or thinner Mild cleaning agents or petroleum ether Lint free cleaning cloth Checking and cleaning after each use 1 Each time after using the system clean the connection cables 2 Check the connection cables for damage Cracks breaks or other damage in the connection cable can damage the cable 3 If dirty clean the connection acces...

Page 84: ... cleaning agents Do not use any abrasive corrosive cleaning agents or strong solvents Ensure material compatibility Do not clean the product with acetone or thinner Never clean electrical devices with water Prerequisites Live plant parts located close by are covered The system is switched off and is disconnected from the supply voltage Further information Chapter Safety instructions for maintenanc...

Page 85: ...n to the polarity of the battery Prerequisites Phillips screwdriver size 2 Rechargeable batteries 7 x NiMH 2100 mAh Panasonic HHR 210 A Procedure 1 If the IRG 2000 is used in a system remove the IRG 2000 from the system 2 Undo the 6 screws of the battery compartment on the rear side of the device 3 Remove the cover of the battery compartment 4 Remove the old batteries 5 Insert the new batteries 6 ...

Page 86: ... a multimeter 4 If the fuse is not working replace the fuse 5 Screw the terminal back onto the TDR connection cable 6 Check the fuse on the second terminal of the TDR connection cable 15 9 Regular calibration It is important to calibrate the system regularly to ensure that the technical data given in this user manual are guaranteed We recommend calibrating it once a year The calibration may only b...

Page 87: ...nel 16 2 1 Fault indication with status LEDs The status of the operational earth monitoring and state of the surge protective device is displayed on the system control panel by LEDs If one of these status LEDs lights up red the system cannot be operated Display Possible cause Corrective measure Status LED of the operational earth monitoring turns red The EMERGENCY OFF ACTIV INTERNAL error message ...

Page 88: ...Sales Service and provide the displayed error code and error message If possible describe the steps that caused the fault to occur 16 3 Faults on the IRG 2000 Fault Possible causes Corrective measures The user interface has stopped responding It is no longer possible to switch off the IRG 2000 1 Disconnect the IRG 2000 from the mains voltage 2 At the same time press the rotary knob and the key for...

Page 89: ...t the system and components from humidity Protect the system against unauthorised access Warranty For warranty claims please contact BAUR GmbH or your local BAUR representative http www baur eu baur worldwide Warranty is cancelled in case of misuse Wear parts are excluded from the warranty After Sales For questions contact BAUR GmbH or your BAUR representative http www baur eu baur worldwide BAUR ...

Page 90: ... of the various system components in an environmentally friendly manner and in accordance with the applicable national regulations Syscompact 2000 M pro cable fault location system IRG 2000 time domain reflectometer TDR connection cable 1 5 m with crocodile clips RS232 cable series Battery charger for IRG 2000 Printer software for IRG 2000 on USB drive Protective earthing cable 10 m with earthing ...

Page 91: ...ocation system to which this declaration refers conforms to the following standards or standard documents Low Voltage Directive 2014 35 EC EN 61010 1 2010 EN 50191 2010 EMC Directive 2014 30 EU EN 55011 2009 A1 2010 EN 61000 3 2 2014 EN 61000 4 2 2009 EN 61000 4 4 2012 EN 61000 4 5 2012 EN 61000 4 11 2012 Signed Torsten Berth Technical Director Gerhard Seebacher Director QM QS Sulz 31 05 2016 21 D...

Page 92: ...he BAUR product BAUR IRG 2000 time domain reflectometer to which this declaration refers conforms to the following standards or standard documents Low Voltage Directive 2014 35 EC EN 61010 1 2010 EMC Directive 2014 30 EU EN 61326 1 2013 Environmental testing EN 60068 2 ff Signed Torsten Berth Technical Director Dr Eberhard Paulus Director QM QS Sulz 30 11 2015 ...

Page 93: ...3 Configuring and operating the IRG 2000 43 Configuring and operating the system 46 Connect the high voltage connection cable to the test object 35 Connecting 35 38 Connecting the system to the supply voltage 39 Connecting the TDR connection cable to the test object IRG 2000 37 Connection diagrams 35 38 D Danger during the system s surge mode 14 Dangers from road traffic 16 Dangers when working wi...

Page 94: ... graphics used 9 O On the IRG 2000 54 56 60 62 66 68 On the system control panel 60 61 62 66 67 68 74 Operating states of a testing system with Syscompact 2000 M pro 25 Operation only in a technical secure state 11 Overview of the available cable fault location methods 18 P Packaging 31 Performing acoustic pin pointing 73 Performing ICM measurements 67 Performing the cable test 50 Performing the S...

Page 95: ...nting 72 Setting SIM MIM parameters 60 Setting TDR parameters 54 Setting the brightness of the indicator lights 47 Setting the contrast of the display 47 Setting the date 46 Setting the date and time 43 Setting the general pre location parameters on the IRG 2000 52 Setting the test parameters on the system control panel 49 Setting the time 47 Setting up the system 34 Shipping the system 32 SIM MIM...

Page 96: ...Index Syscompact 2000 M pro 96 98 822 175 2 Using the IRG 2000 as an independent device 42 Using this manual 7 V Validity of this user manual 7 View Settings 8 W Warranty and After Sales 89 ...

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