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LCD Contrast 

The numbers 0 through 9 correspond to the different contrast settings, 0 meaning the 
lightest color of displayed characters and 9 meaning the darkest color of displayed 
characters. After the “+” soft key is pressed the display will automatically adjust to the 
new display setting.  
 

Results 

Selects the type of results you would prefer to have displayed at the end of a test or 
sequence of connected test steps. The available selections are: All, P/F and Last. 
 
When All is selected, a Results Summary screen will be displayed at the end of the 
test or sequence of connected test steps displaying the results of all of the test steps. 
The Results Summary screen will appear as follows: 

 

 

 

When P/F is selected, a Pass or Fail screen will be displayed at the end of the test. 
The Pass and Fail screens will appear as follows: 
 

        

 

 

When P/F is selected, it is not possible to see the test results directly at the end of the 
test.  In order to review the test results refer to section 

4.2.3. Reviewing Test Results. 

When Last

 

is selected, the results of the last test step performed will be displayed on 

the Perform Tests screen.  There will not be a change in appearance or special 
screen displayed in this mode. 
 

Lock 

Turning Lock ON restricts access to parameter and system settings.  The level of 
security is determined by the Mem Lock function. 
 
 

Mem Lock 

Mem Lock is a sub-function of the Lock setting.  In order for the Mem Lock function to 
work, the Lock must first be turned ON.  Turning the Mem Lock OFF will allow the user 
to access all available memory locations but restricts access to memory and step 
editing capabilities.  Turning the Mem Lock ON will allow the user to only run the 

Summary of Contents for ESD-140

Page 1: ...ESD 140 DC Ground Bond Tester Operation Manual E 1 01...

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Page 3: ...ly or the whole unit Any non authorized modifications tampering or physical damage will void your warranty Elimination of any connections in the earth grounding system or bypassing any safety systems...

Page 4: ...se in non residential non domestic environments Use of the product in residential domestic environments may cause electromagnetic interference 2 Connection of the instrument to a test object may produ...

Page 5: ...ment Controls 13 4 Programming Instructions 15 4 1 Power Up 15 4 2 System Setup 16 4 3 Test Setup 21 5 Operating 24 5 1 Instrument Connections 24 5 2 Performing a Test 25 5 3 Test Metering 25 5 4 Resu...

Page 6: ...ommonly in the U S A 60 per second in other countries 50 times per second Breakdown The failure of insulation to effectively prevent the flow of current sometimes evidenced by arcing If voltage is gra...

Page 7: ...flow is directly proportional to voltage The insulation and or capacitance are thought of as a constant impedance unless breakdown occurs Resistance That property of a substance that impedes current...

Page 8: ...ream of activity which employees do not walk through in performing their normal duties If this is not practical because of production line flow then the area should be roped off and marked for HIGH VO...

Page 9: ...c shock and must only be operated by a skilled worker trained in its use The operator should understand the electrical fundamentals of voltage current and resistance They should recognize that the tes...

Page 10: ...1 3 5 Key Safety Points to Remember Keep unqualified and unauthorized personnel away from the test area Arrange the test station in a safe and orderly manner Never touch the product or connections du...

Page 11: ...s and outputs for simple PLC relay control Outputs include PASS FAIL RESET and TEST IN PROCESS signals Inputs include TEST INTERLOCK RESET and remote recall of MEMORY 1 2 and 3 WITHSTAND PROCESSING IN...

Page 12: ...t 1137 Current with Kelvin Cable ASSY High Current Return 1138 Return with Kelvin Fuse 10 Amp Slow Blow 250VAC Power Cord Standard Interlock Connector 1505 Only accessories that meet the manufacturer...

Page 13: ...ed in a socket outlet with a protective ground earth contact This protective ground must not be defeated by the use of an extension cord without a protective conductor Do not replace the included line...

Page 14: ...e 40 75 C Altitude 25000 feet 7 620 meters The instrument should also be protected against temperature extremes that may cause condensation within the instrument Ventilation Do not block any ventilati...

Page 15: ...00A 30 01 40 00 Resolution 1 m Accuracy 3 of reading 3 counts 2 of reading 2 counts GENERAL Input Voltage AC 100 120V 10 200 240V 10 auto detection 50 60 Hz 10 Amp slow blow 250 VAC PLC Remote Control...

Page 16: ...lder Interlock Disable Key 1505 1 Ground Bond Test Lead 40A 1 6m 1137 1 Ground Bond Return Lead 40A 1 6m 1138 1 product specifications are subject to change without notice Ordering Information ESD 140...

Page 17: ...the display 3 GRAPHIC LCD 128 X 64 Monographic LCD 4 SOFT KEYS Multifunction parameter selection keys Keys used to select screens and change parameters 5 SENSE JACK Connector used to attach the Curre...

Page 18: ...MA style line power mains cord 4 CHASSIS GROUND EARTH TERMINAL This terminal should be connected to a good earth ground before operation 5 THERMAL COOLING FAN Full time cooling fan 6 CALIBRATION BUTTO...

Page 19: ...played when the Connect function has been turned ON NOTE There are only 3 programmable test steps per memory location Step 3 of any memory location cannot be connected to another step 4 1 2 Main Menu...

Page 20: ...for reviewing and editing test parameters refer to section 4 3 Test Parameters System Pressing the System soft key from this menu will allow you to access the Setup System screen For specific instruct...

Page 21: ...PLC Remote function is turned ON a pop up message will be displayed Refer to the section 6 Connection of Remote I O for more details Single Step This function is used to temporarily override the auto...

Page 22: ...ll be displayed at the end of the test The Pass and Fail screens will appear as follows When P F is selected it is not possible to see the test results directly at the end of the test In order to revi...

Page 23: ...instrument will display the Cal Alert warning screen upon power up If the Show this screen again function has been turned OFF at the Cal Alert Warning screen this parameter will automatically be set...

Page 24: ...ords Yes and No using the corresponding soft key and then pressing the OK soft key Selecting No will disable the Cal Alert function Selecting Yes will exit the Cal Alert Warning screen and go to the s...

Page 25: ...displayed 2 From the Main Menu screen press the Menu soft key Results Test and System selections will now be displayed 3 From this screen press the Test soft key The Test Parameter Review screen will...

Page 26: ...test fixture resistance during the test Using the up and down arrow keys scroll the cursor to the Offset parameter and press the Edit soft key You may now manually or automatically set an Offset value...

Page 27: ...the and soft keys to the Current parameter Press the Edit soft key Increase or decrease the Current parameter using the up and down arrow keys Press the Enter soft key to accept the parameters or pres...

Page 28: ...ect the High Current lead to the Current receptacle on the ESD 140 then connect the Kelvin lead smaller gauge wire captured in the same sleeve to the SENSE receptacle Next connect the other end of the...

Page 29: ...see section 4 2 Setup System for more information To access the results screen use one of the following methods Method 1 Hot key Pressing the bottom soft key at the Perform Tests screen will display t...

Page 30: ...well beyond the metering range of the test Interlock Open This message appears on the display if the Remote Interlock feature is activated before or during a test See section 6 2 Remote Signal Inputs...

Page 31: ...cate the condition of the tester The RESET OUT pulse signal and the START OUT pulse signal are also provided by a normally open internal relay The RESET OUT gives a signal whenever the RESET function...

Page 32: ...und Bond Tester and a connected eec Hipot The parameter controls if the Hipot will run after the Ground Bond Tester has completed its test G W or if the Hipot will run at the same time as the Ground B...

Page 33: ...quipped with a Remote Interlock feature Remote Interlock utilizes a set of closed contacts to enable the instrument s output If the Remote Interlock contacts are open the output of the instrument will...

Page 34: ...dicator will appear in the upper right of the display PLC Remote Pop up message If you attempt to start a test from the front panel TEST button and the PLC remote function is turned ON a pop up messag...

Page 35: ...ecting the Ground Bond Tester with an eec HIPOT Tester The parameter determines if the Hipot will run after the Ground Bond Tester has completed its test G W or if the Hipot will run at the same time...

Page 36: ...ill return with 06 hex or 6 decimal the Acknowledge ACK ASCII control code If there is an error with the command string that is sent the instrument will respond with 15 hex or 21 decimal the Not Ackno...

Page 37: ...fset for the ground bond test The cables and any test fixture should be connected before executing the command This command will perform an actual test and all safety precautions should be observed wh...

Page 38: ...modify the test parameter within each step These commands require a parameter value to be included with the command The writing of the parameter requires that the unit not be included with the value...

Page 39: ...t the order of which the steps were executed For example if the test was executed starting from step 2 and ending with step 3 then the first step test results will be found in location 2 not in locati...

Page 40: ...he option to press the TEST button and activate the Verification Menu The option to activate verification expires approximately 3 seconds after power up 8 2 Verification Menu From the Initialization s...

Page 41: ...37 If the instrument fails the Verification test pass indicating the fail detectors are not working properly the following message will appear...

Page 42: ...calibration mode Required Calibration Equipment 40 Amp DC Ammeter 10 VDC Voltmeter 9 1 Calibration Initialization Press and hold the Calibration key on the rear panel with a pen pencil or small screw...

Page 43: ...39 9 1 2 Calibration of Ground Bond DC Current...

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