Omicron CP TD1 User Manual Download

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OMICRON

Safety instructions

Before performing tests using high voltage, observe the following instructions:

► Do not use the test equipment without a good connection to substation ground.
► Do not insert objects (for example screwdrivers, etc.) into any input/output socket.
► Do not operate the

CP TD1

under ambient conditions that exceed the temperature and humidity limits

listed in 12.2 "Environmental Conditions" on page 109.

► Make sure to position the test equipment on dry, solid ground.
► Do not operate the

CP TD1

in the presence of explosives, gas or vapors.

► Opening the

CP TD1

invalidates all warranty claims.

► Do not use an extension cable on a cable reel to prevent an overheating of the cord; run out the

extension cord.

► If the

CP TD1

does not seem to function properly, do not use it anymore. Please call the OMICRON

technical support.

1.4

Handling cables

► Always turn off the

CP TD1

completely before you connect or disconnect any cable (disconnect the

CPC 100

from mains or press its Emergency Stop button).

► The high-voltage cable must always be well attached and tightly connected to both the

CP TD1

and

the test object. A loose or even falling off connector at the test object carrying high-voltage is life-
hazardous. Make sure the connectors are clean and dry before connecting.
At the

CP TD1

, press the high-voltage cable’s plug to the connector tightly and turn the screw cap

until you feel a mechanical stop. If you notice a rough-running of the screw-cap, clean the screw
thread and use a lubricant (Vaseline recommended).
At the test object, insert the high-voltage cables’ plugs carefully until you feel a "click" position. Now
they are locked. Confirm this by trying to pull them out. This should not be possible now.

Note:

Tighten the plugs manually. Do not use any tools for that because that can damage the plugs

or connectors.
Insert the yellow banana plug (the high-voltage cable’s grounding) into the respective plug socket.

► Do not connect any cable to the test object without a visible grounding of the test object.
► The high-voltage cable is double-shielded and therefore safe. However, the last 50cm (20 inch) of

this cable have no shield. Therefore, during a test consider this cable a life wire and due to the high-
voltage life-hazardous!

► When the

CPC 100

is switched on, consider this part of the cable has to be in the high-voltage area

due to a hazard of electric shock!

► Never remove

any

cables from the

CP TD1

or the test object during a test.

► Keep clear from zones in which high voltages may occur. Set up a barrier or establish similar

adequate means.

► Both low-voltage measuring cables must always be well attached and tightly connected to the

CP TD1

’s measuring inputs IN A and IN B.

Make sure to insert the red and blue marked cables into the corresponding measuring inputs: IN A =
red, IN B = blue.
Tighten the plugs by turning them until you feel a stop.

Note:

Tighten the plugs manually. Do not use any tools for that because that can damage the plugs

or connectors.

► Do not use any other cables than the ones supplied by OMICRON.