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DESIGN and FUNCTION
The HI POT DEVICE is designed to HI POT de-energized 15kV class cables. The tools
transforms 18 volts from the battery to approximately 8,000 volts DC. When the
battery is installed and the safety switch is in the closed position, the unit is in
voltage detection mode. Unit should be in this position when installing the device
as it will sound a warning alarm if you approach an energized source. When the
safety switch is open and the toggle switch is switched ON (forward), the unit is
in the Hi-Pot mode and the high voltage DC is being applied.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
There is an 18V battery on the base of the unit. On the front of the battery is a
built in battery test button. If the battery test results in 2 or less lights, it is
recommended to remove the battery by pressing both buttons on the sides, and
sliding the battery out of the device to be charged. Once the battery is fully
charged, you can resume any testing required.
METER SET-UP and TESTING
WARNING
See “Product Safety Information”, page 3.
See “Inspection & Maintenance”, page 3.
1.
Ensure the safety switch is in the closed position. This ensures the high
voltage doesn’t become active when installing the battery.
2.
Install the 18V rechargeable battery.
3.
To test the meter, attach the ground clamp to the probe tip. Then flip
the safety and power switch to the open and ON position. If the meter
and tester are working properly, the needle will move the 100% full
scale position. This indicates a full short on the line. Once complete you
can flip the safety switch closed, which will automatically switch the
toggle OFF, at which point the high voltage is removed. The unit is ready
for operation.
