Megger DET2/3, User Manual

Page 1: ...DET2 3 Advanced Earth Ground Tester User Guide www calcert com sales calcert com 1 800 544 2843 0 5 10 15 20 25 30...

Page 2: ...uction 4 Applications 4 Agricultural location 4 Features 4 Accessories 4 Overview 5 User interface 5 Display 6 Controls 7 Navigation control panel 8 Terminals 8 Soft keys 9 Operation 10 Power on off 1...

Page 3: ...Three terminal ART test lead set up 25 Slope method FoP 25 Description 25 Slope four terminal test lead set up 28 Slope three terminal test lead set up 28 61 8 Rule FoP 29 61 8 Four terminal test lead...

Page 4: ...check tool 40 Electrical specification 40 Mechanical specification 40 Clamp calibration check tool 41 Electrical specification 41 Mechanical specification 41 Accessories 42 Repair and warranty 43 Cal...

Page 5: ...e a test is in progress Do not leave the instrument unattended when connected to the system under test and always disconnect the instrument after tests have been completed The only clamps certified fo...

Page 6: ...e encountered at the installation Voltage measurement categories The rated measurement connection voltage is the maximum line to earth voltage at which it is safe to connect CAT IV Measurement Categor...

Page 7: ...warning will not show if all terminals are at the same high voltage Note The warning will not operate if the instrument is set to Off Internal Error Warning Internal Error Warning switch off and back...

Page 8: ...well as performing archaeological and geological investigations Where there is doubt about a particular application reference should be made to the advice and guidance contained in the publication Get...

Page 9: ...ket 6 Function switch Controls page 7 2 Display 7 Navigation control panel page 8 3 USB 1x Type A 1x Type B 8 Mode switch Controls page 7 4 Soft keys page 9 9 Save Test Result Management page 36 5 Ter...

Page 10: ...us bar 4 Test mode Secondary measurement result Data management mode Asset number 2 Main display Primary measurement result 5 Test mode Test parameters Data management mode Record name 3 Soft key func...

Page 11: ...escription 1 Continuous graphical mode page 11 1 Resistivity 2 Manual mode page 11 2 4 Pole ART 3 Power on off page 10 3 4 Pole 4 Test result management page 33 4 3 Pole ART 5 Set up page 12 5 3 Pole...

Page 12: ...methods and set up page 23 C1 CAT IV 300V P1 P2 C2 E ES S H I V E X Y V MVC1010 MVC1010 MCC1010 I 1 2 3 4 5 No Description 1 MCC1010 used for ART Noise current and stakeless tests 2 MVC1010 C1 E Volt...

Page 13: ...er on off USB ALL Send all test records to USB Hz Automatic frequency Scan Delete single test record a a b R b 2 aR Earth ground resistivity test method USB Send single test record to USB Metres or fe...

Page 14: ...12 V dc supply Operate the instrument while connected to a 12 V dc supply See 12 V supply page 38 See also Specifications page 39 Earth test options Output voltage The maximum output voltage of the i...

Page 15: ...o lay them close to each other This is to minimise the effect of mutual inductance Test leads must be spread out at least one metre apart Test modes The instrument can operate in two modes to do a tes...

Page 16: ...derlined Current selection General set up 1 Press to scroll through the parameters 2 Press OK to select the highlighted parameter 3 Use to move left and right through the parameter options Date Time 1...

Page 17: ...he highlighted parameter 3 Use to move through the options 4 Press OK to accept OK must be pressed to exit the parameter even if no parameter was modified Language set up Select the instrument languag...

Page 18: ...of potential Fall of potential Four terminal test lead set up page 23 Three terminal test lead set up page 24 Three terminal ART test lead set up page 24 4P 4P ART 3P 3P ART Slope method Slope method...

Page 19: ...P2 C2 Connect test leads to instrument Connect test leads to instrument 5 Set test parameters Set test parameters Note 15 50V 15 or 50 test voltage Manually select a frequency Hz Automatically select...

Page 20: ...ss Repeat test Press Repeat test See Data management page 33 Repeat test if required While the test result is shown test parameters can be modified for the next test If required test parameters can be...

Page 21: ...010 MCC1010 I C1 E P1 ES C2 H P2 S a a b Schlumberger Note Set up the test leads and stakes as required by the selected test method on screen Do not connect the test leads to the instrument 2 Set func...

Page 22: ...paced in a line The resistivity is calculated in the equation 2 aR C1 CAT IV 300V P1 P2 C2 E ES S H I V E X Y V MVC1010 MVC1010 MCC1010 I C1 E P1 ES C2 H P2 S a a b The Schlumberger method has the pot...

Page 23: ...tivate deactivate the average display Go back to test settings the Ready screen 9 End Test End Test 10 Test ends Press to stop TEST Press to stop TEST 11 12 Press Repeat test Press Repeat test Note Se...

Page 24: ...Set function to 4P 4P 3P 3P 2P A 2 Set the mode MAN OFF 3 Connect test leads to instrument C1 CAT IV 300V P1 P2 C2 E ES S H I V E X Y V MVC1010 MVC1010 MCC1010 I Start test Manual mode Continuous gra...

Page 25: ...ly together 2 Press When the test result shows press again to activate de activate the Null process Null active Result is minus the test lead resistance The Null function is active while results are c...

Page 26: ...P1 P2 C2 E ES S H I V E X Y V MVC1010 MVC1010 MCC1010 I Start Test Manual mode Continuous graphical mode 5 Press to start TEST Press TEST End Test Note Clear Stop the current data stream and restart...

Page 27: ...the earth 30 to 50 metres away from the earth electrode to be tested 2 Insert the potential stake pin into the earth midway between the current test spike and the earth electrode 3 Firmly connect ter...

Page 28: ...he earth electrode test lead resistance The earth electrode test lead resistance can be determined separately 1 Remove the test lead from the earth electrode and connect to the C2 and P2 terminals 2 P...

Page 29: ...has been shown to give satisfactory results both in theoretical and practical cases and when the soil is nonhomogenous It is called the Slope Method To apply the Slope Method 1 Choose a convenient ro...

Page 30: ...the practical result is as accurate as the theory appears to indicate The Slope Method has been designed to eliminate the need for impractically long leads by the ability to interpolate the correct di...

Page 31: ...0 550 1 36 0 445 0 57 0 618 0 97 0 548 1 37 0 441 0 58 0 617 0 98 0 546 1 38 0 438 0 59 0 615 0 99 0 544 1 39 0 434 0 60 0 614 1 00 0 542 1 40 0 431 0 61 0 612 1 01 0 539 1 41 0 427 0 62 0 610 1 02 0...

Page 32: ...V 300V Y V P1 ES P2 S C2 H 50 m a a a a a a a a P1 P2 C2 Slope three terminal test lead set up G F V I C1 E E X CAT IV 300V CAT IV 300V CAT IV 300V CAT IV 300V Y V P1 ES P2 S C2 H 50 m Electrode under...

Page 33: ...AT IV 300V CAT IV 300V Y V P1 ES P2 S C2 H 61 8 of EC 38 2 of EC Electrode under test Potential spike Current spike P1 P2 C2 61 8 Three terminal test lead set up G F V I C1 E E X CAT IV 300V CAT IV 30...

Page 34: ...all continuity tests see local regulations Note If the earth noise voltage is above 50 V peak to peak 18 Vrms the display will show a warning triangle and an excessive noise voltage indicator Set up t...

Page 35: ...and should match the value written on the calibration check tool Checking instrument accuracy Instrument accuracy 0 5 2 digits At 25 is this gives an allowed measurement range of 0 145 Calibration ch...

Page 36: ...the clamp calibration check tool 5 Make sure that there is a minimum separation of 100 mm between the MCC1010 and MVC1010 6 Set the function switch to I 7 Start a test Press and release TEST The inst...

Page 37: ...aved data and graph files A test record is either Manual mode A single test record several saved records may be required to complete a test Continuous mode A single test record as a graph file Note A...

Page 38: ...te 9 Press to save and return The save icon will display when save function is available Press save button and a record number will display Note In continuous graphical mode save can be pressed at any...

Page 39: ...record Delete a single test record Press USB The selected test record is downloaded copied to the connected device Press The selected test record is deleted Multiple test results download or delete 6...

Page 40: ...ent top ups and should never be left in a flat state for extended periods as this can cause permanent damage If the battery is to be stored for extended periods maintain a charge of 40 allow for some...

Page 41: ...case 6 Undo 4 fixing screws 2 remove battery cover 3 7 Disconnect battery connector 4 and lift foam strips 7 to release the battery lead 8 Remove battery 5 9 Connect new battery to connector 5 10 Ins...

Page 42: ...two seconds then changes to green charging 5 When fully charged the LED shows steady amber power connected battery charged 6 Once the charge cycle has started the instrument can be used as normal 12 V...

Page 43: ...th readings over 50 m 4 and 3 terminal ART selective resistance Range 0 01 to 10 00 k auto range Accuracy 5 accuracy 3 digits at 23 C 2 C Stakeless resistance Range 0 01 to 200 Accuracy 7 3 digits Tes...

Page 44: ...External 100 to 240 V ac 50 60 Hz with adaptor External 18V dc supply 65 W Battery life 10 h max typically Battery charge time Fast recharge to 50 3 h for 100 Ambient temperature battery charge 0 40 C...

Page 45: ...1 Mechanical specification Operating temperature 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F 0 to 85 RH at 35 C 95 F Storage temperature 20 C to 70 C 4 F to 158 F Dimensions 111 x 216 x 45 mm 4 4 x 8 5 x 1 8 in Weight...

Page 46: ...reel kit ETK50 1010 177 Cable reel kit ETK100 1010 178 Cable reel kit ETK50C 1010 179 Cable reel kit ETK100C 1010 180 Clamp MCC1010 1010 516 Clamp MVC1010 1010 518 12 V dc power lead 1004 183 Termina...

Page 47: ...er unfavourable conditions or has been subjected to severe transport stresses New instruments are guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase by the user Note Any unauthorized prior repair or ad...

Page 48: ...for receipt of your instrument and to provide the best possible service to you Model for example DET2 3 Serial number found on the underside of the case or on the calibration certificate Reason for re...

Page 49: ...osal The crossed out wheeled bin symbol placed on a battery is a reminder not to dispose of batteries with general waste at the end of their life This instrument contains a rechargeable Li ion battery...

Page 50: ...ed by Megger Instruments Limited described in this user guide is in compliance with Directive 2014 53 EU Other equipment manufactured by Megger Instruments Limited described in this user guide is in c...