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Section 6
Maintenance and Calibration
WARNING
MAINTENANCE AND CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. TO
AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THE CONTAINED IN
THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Introduction
This section of the manual contains maintenance information for the MegaPulse 1.2x50/8x20-2PF-HR impulse tester.
A 1-year calibration cycle is recommended to maintain the specifications of the factory. The test equipment required
for the performance test is a digital oscilloscope, high voltage oscilloscope probe, current monitor, digital meter and
a high voltage probe.
Service Information
The MegaPulse tester is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of 1 year. This warranty does not cover
problems due to misuse or neglect. Malfunctions which occur within the limits of the warranty will be corrected at
no charge. Mail the instrument postpaid to the manufacturer. Dated proof of purchase is required for all in-warranty
repairs. The manufacturer is also available for calibration and / or repair of instruments that are beyond their warranty
period. Contact the manufacturer for a cost quotation. Ship the instrument and your remittance according to the
instructions given by the manufacturer.
General Maintenance
To avoid contaminating the PWB with oil from your fingers, handle it by the edges or wear gloves. If the PWB
becomes contaminated, refer to the cleaning procedures given later in this section
.
WARNING
Dangerous voltages exist when energized. Exercise extreme care when working on an energized circuit.
Cleaning
Clean the front panel and case with a mild solution of detergent and a damp sponge. Clean dust from the PWB with
clean, dry, low pressure (<20 psi)
CAUTION
Do not use aromatic hydrocarbons or chlorinated solvents for cleaning. These solutions will react with the
plastic materials used in the instrument.
Calibration Information
The Calibration Procedure should be performed annually and any time the instrument has been repaired.
The calibration procedure should be performed at an ambient temperature of 23
C
5
C (73.4
F
9
F).
The procedure consists on internal components tolerance verification and calibrating the meter reading to
agree with the capacitor bank. The Calibration procedure must be performed by qualified personnel, for
more information contact Compliance West USA.
