ABEM Terrameter SAS 1000 / SAS 4000
- 46 -
Unstable
and
possibly
negative
readings
Poor
electrode
connection/grounding, and
possibly too low measuring
current. High level of self-
potential.
Check that the Terrameter is set to as high
measuring
current
as
possible!
If
necessary water, and hammer down,
electrodes, and if that is not sufficient
connect two or more electrodes to each
electrode take-out! Check that all
connectors are in good condition and are
firmly connected to the electrodes!
No contact obtained
from electrode take-
outs on the cable
beyond the
cable
joint
The cable joint may be
connected in the wrong
direction or not connected at
all
Check that the cable joints are properly
connected! The groove on the cable joint
should point towards the layout centre
Negative, but rather
stable
resistivity
readings
Cable 2 and cable 3 may be
switched
at
Electrode
Selector
Check that the cables are connected to the
Electrode Selector in the right order!
Unstable/unrealistic
results
Badly installed electrodes.
Dirty or moist connectors.
Damaged spread cables.
Check that all connectors and cables are
in good condition. Run CABLETST and
CABLE INSULATION TEST on regular
bases.
6.2.13
The ALARM Connector
The ALARM connector on the ES464 has four pins:
A
Gives 12V out at an occasion of alarm. The output is fused by 2A.
B
Pin B and C give a contact closure at an occasion of alarm. The pins are totally
isolated from the rest of the system. Max permissible load would be 12V at 2A.
C
D
0V reference
The ALARM connector on the ES10-64 has a different configuration of the four pins:
A
For 12V power supply of ES10-64C[e] for linked units beyond the first one.
B
Gives 12V out at an occasion of alarm. The output is fused by 2A.
C
0V reference.
D
Ground for power supply.