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Test Procedures
• Before installing connection kits
• Before installing the thermal insulation
• After installing the thermal insulation
• Prior to initial start-up (commissioning)
• As part of the regular system inspection
• After any maintenance or repair work
procedure
Insulation resistance testing (using a megohm-
meter) should be conducted at three voltages: 500,
1000, and
2500 Vdc
. Potential problems may not be
detected if testing is done only at 500 and 1000 volts.
First measure the resistance between the heating
cable bus wires and the braid (Test A), then measure
the insulation resistance between the braid and the
metal pipe (Test B). Do not allow test leads to touch
junction box, which can cause inaccurate readings.
Important: System tests and regular maintenance
procedures require that insulation resistance testing
be performed. Test directly from the controller or the
junction box closest to the power connection.
insulation
resistance
criteria
A clean, dry, properly installed circuit should
measure thousands of megohms, regardless of
the heating cable length or measuring voltage
(500–2500 Vdc).
All insulation resistance values should be greater
than 1000 megohms. If the reading is lower, consult
Section 8, Troubleshooting Guide.
Important: Insulation resistance values for Test a
and B for any particular circuit should not vary more
than 25 percent as a function of measuring voltage.
greater variances may indicate a problem with your
heat-tracing system; confirm proper installation and/
or contact Thermal management for assistance.