EM Test
esd NX30
Instruction Manual
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5
COMMISSIONING
Immediately upon receipt, check the instrument and the accessories for completeness and look for any transport damage.
Damage incurred in transit must be reported to the transportation undertaking without delay.
Before putting the instrument into operation:
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Study the manual
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Take the necessary safety precautions
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Charge the battery, if equipped (see section "Battery charger")
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Plug the interlock terminators into the base station, if equipped
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Connect the earth cable correctly
(the esd NX30 must never be switched on without a solid earth connection being made).
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Allow the instrument to dry out if any condensation has occurred
5.1
Function test
Switch the simulator on with the POWER switch.
The instrument performs audible switching operations for a few moments as it runs through a self-test and calibration proce-
dure. The instrument is ready for use once the self-test routines have been completed.
The display comes up with last used settings, and will look like this:
The
“ready indicator” will be shown in red until the TEST ON button is pressed.
High voltage generation is activated by pushing the trigger button and keeping it pressed. By bringing the discharge tip close
to the earthing point an arc discharge occurs which is acknowledged acoustically.
