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Chapter 2 – Unpacking and Installing 

 

Inspection 

 

If the shipping carton is damaged, request that the carrier's agent be present when the unit is unpacked.  
If the instrument appears damaged, the carrier's agent should authorize repairs before the unit is returned 
to the factory.  Even if the instrument appears undamaged, it may have suffered internal damage in transit 
that may not be evident until the unit is operated or tested to verify conformance with its specifications.  
If the unit fails to operate or fails to meet the performance specifications of Chapter 3, notify the carrier's 
agent and the nearest Valhalla Sales Office.  Retain the shipping carton for the carrier's inspection.  DO 
NOT return equipment to Valhalla Scientific or any of its sales offices prior to obtaining authorization to 
do so. 

 

 

 

Power Requirements  

The Model 4314KV/KVS is powered by an internal rechargeable heavy-duty Nickel–metal hydride (NiMH) 
battery pack.  The battery charge is maintained by an external AC/DC converter that plugs into a standard 
receptacle. The AC adapter can accept an input voltage from 100 to 240 Vac (50-60Hz) and an output of  
6VDC @ 1.25mA.  
 
The 4314KV/KVS must be turned off and have the adapter connected in order to charge the batteries.   
 
The battery pack may power the 4314KV/KVS for up to 10 hours before requiring a recharge.  
 
Although the batteries are fully charged prior to shipment, it may be desirable to refresh the charge for 
24 hours before use.  As a rule of thumb, the 4314KV/KVS requires twice as much time to fully recharge 
as the amount of discharge time.  For example, if the instrument was used continuously for 2 hours, the 
AC adapter must be connected for 4 hours in order to fully restore the charge.  
 
Isolated AC version are available. Option AC115. 
 

Installation  

The Model 4314KV/KVS consumes little power and generates virtually no heat.  Consequently, it may be 
used in any area where the environment does not exceed the temperature specifications of Chapter 3. 
  
 

 

Summary of Contents for 4314KV

Page 1: ...4314KV 4314KVS Rugged Digital Igniter Tester Operations Manual Valhalla Scientific Inc 12127 Kirkham Rd Poway CA 92064 www valhallascientific com...

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Page 3: ...this instrument is stated on your invoice and packing list Please refer to these to determine appropriate warranty dates We will repair the instrument during the warranty period provided it is returne...

Page 4: ...al shock DO NOT perform procedures involving cover or shield removal unless you are qualified to do so DO NOT operate damaged equipment Whenever it is possible that the safety protection features buil...

Page 5: ...cations 4 Chapter 4 Optional Equipment 5 Available Options 5 Option A2 Battery Charger 5 Replacement Batteries 5 AC 115 Continuous Isolated AC Power 5 Test Leads 5 Option K 174 4 Wire Kelvin Lead Set...

Page 6: ...11 Interpreting the Display 11 Current Display and Multiplier LEDs KVS models only 11 Fail Safe Operation 12 Fail Safe Test model 4314KVS only 12 Low Battery Indicator 13 Standby Mode 13 Chapter 6 Tr...

Page 7: ...19 Chapter 8 Structural Features 20 Certifications 20 Chapter 9 Addendums 21 Table of Figures Figure 1 Fail Safe test button detail KVS 7 Figure 2 4314KV Front Panel 8 Figure 3 4314KVS Front Panel 9 F...

Page 8: ...designed in a compact rugged water resistant Pelican case for protection in the harshest environments Measures Under all Conditions The 4314KV KVS are not only the safest resistance testers for explos...

Page 9: ...eavy duty Nickel metal hydride NiMH battery pack The battery charge is maintained by an external AC DC converter that plugs into a standard receptacle The AC adapter can accept an input voltage from 1...

Page 10: ...ailsafe Currents vary from instrument to instrument The actual measured level is provided on the certificate of calibration Accuracy Table 2 Range Accuracy 2 0 03 of reading 0 02 of range 20 0 03 of r...

Page 11: ...nt Display KVS model 3 digits Light Emitting Diodes LED 999 Overload Indication Screen displays O L Conversion Rate 3 readings per second Terminal Configuration 4 Wire Kelvin Current Source Compliance...

Page 12: ...ircuits When this option is installed the 4314KV KVS is no longer battery powered 100 240Vac 50 60Hz Test Leads Option K 174 4 Wire Kelvin Lead Set RG174 coaxial cable Option K 174 comes standard with...

Page 13: ...via a spring loaded center contact The MP 4 target area is 1 in diameter The MP 5 target area is 4 in diameter Option KK 4 Wire Kelvin Lead Set Option KK is a 48 heavy duty cable set terminated in lar...

Page 14: ...d to place the tester in Stand By mode Fuse Holder The fuse holder is mounted on the front panel and contains a 2 amp in line fuse This fuse is designed to protect the battery pack from excessive char...

Page 15: ...8 Figure 2 4314KV Front Panel...

Page 16: ...9 Figure 3 4314KVS Front Panel...

Page 17: ...potential error source by providing two terminals of constant current and an additional two terminals for high impedance voltage measurement The result is a fast accurate resistance measurement of the...

Page 18: ...ring display is not acceptable the ohmmeter can be made to indicate zero whenever the sense terminals are shorted The display should indicate a stable reading when the test leads are securely attached...

Page 19: ...orst case failure condition The resulting output current is recorded and provided on the Certificate of Calibration included with every unit Fail Safe Test model 4314KVS only The 4314KVS is equipped w...

Page 20: ...usted An overnight recharge should be performed before using the device for critical testing NOTE It is possible for the user to receive a low battery indication on a single range only particularly th...

Page 21: ...or on a specific range only The power supplies are also one of the first things that should be checked Schematics and Parts List The schematics and parts list are not part of this User Manual Please c...

Page 22: ...15 Block Diagram Figure 6 Block Diagram...

Page 23: ...st Equipment Following is a list of the standard resistors and other equipment required to calibrate the 4314KV KVS Precision Resistors 1 0 01 Accuracy 1 0 005 Accuracy 10 0 005 Accuracy 100 0 005 Acc...

Page 24: ...V and press the FAILSAFE TEST button 3 When the display prompts CAL 3 Apply 75mV and press the FAILSAFE TEST button 4 When the display prompts CAL C 5 00mA Remove voltage connections and connect the S...

Page 25: ...the 2 range is too low select R27 using the RC Box 9 Select 20 range and connect to a 10 standard resistor No adjust Verify that display reading is within tolerance of the resistor value 10 If the 20...

Page 26: ...and install batteries Checking the Calibration Results Scale and Linearity Check Apply to each range resister values equal to 50 of range 5 of range 0 5 of range and 0 05 of range All values should b...

Page 27: ...alve balances interior pressure keeps water out Easy open Double Throw latches Certifications Certified Mil Std 810 Method 511 Safe for Explosive Volatile Atmospheres Complies to EWR 127 1 Section 3 1...

Page 28: ...ating considerations for special 4314KV KVS Please refer to any applicable material before attempting to operate your Model 4314KV KVS If you have a digital copy of this manual all available addendums...

Page 29: ...lascientific com For information on our line of products please visit or web site at www valhallascientific com To reach our sales department Phone 858 457 5576 Fax 858 457 0127 E mail sales valhallas...

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