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D Coil Tester
The Coil Tester is used to confirm the 350 system is functioning in the correct manner. This is achieved
by generating a localised and controlled alternating magnetic field.
The Coil Tester provides the following benefits:
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A quick and simple method for testing the individual search coils of HydroPACT 350 system
and the associated cables, connectors and circuitry.
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A circular recess in body to securely house a search coil.
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Momentary action push-on/release-off power and battery test switch.
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Tester condition LED.
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A completely portable and self-contained solution, as the Coil Tester is powered by a 9V alka-
line battery.
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Protected to IP65 preventing water ingress when operating in exposed environments.
To achieve accurate results the Coil Tester should be used with a fully calibrated 350 system with the
topside computer configured with the coil calibration constants stamped onto each coil.
It is important to have a thorough working knowledge of the 350 system and clear understanding of the
information outlined in this section prior to using the Coil Tester.
All instructions outlined in this section should be followed to prevent misuse of, or damage to, the Coil
Tester.
D.1 Pre-Operation
Prior to using the Coil Tester:
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Read the complete 350 system manual.
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Install the 350 system according to the instructions provided in
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Ensure the coil calibration constants configured on the topside computer correspond to the val-
ues displayed on the brass connector flanges of the search coils.
D.1.1 Coil Calibration Constants
Care is taken during manufacture to ensure the coils and pre-amplifiers are matched. However, there
will inevitably be some residual differences between individual sensing coils.
Each of the sensing coils has an identification plate that includes a calibration constant. The 350
system requires this information to compensate for the residual differences between the search coils.
During the coil installation process record the following information:
1. The calibration constants for each of the six search coils.
2. The serial number of each of the six search coils.
3. All search coil positions.