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Chapter 1 – General Information 

Instrument Description 

 

The Valhalla Scientific Model 4314KV/KVS Digital Igniter Tester is designed to provide extremely safe and 
reliable resistance testing of explosive or volatile devices.  Some of the proven uses include: fuses, squibs, 
igniters, explosive bolts, automobile airbag initiators and many others. 

 

 

Essentially, a Model 4314KV/KVS  is a 4-wire ohmmeter which has been designed to use very low test 
currents for its measurement.  Additional circuitry proprietary to Valhalla Scientific is used to ensure that 
test current levels do not exceed the specified "failsafe current" even in a worst-case component failure 
situation.  The failsafe feature is tested in every instrument before shipment and the results provided to 
the customer on a Certificate of Calibration that accompanies the unit. In addition, to prove that this level 
of safety is intact, the 

4314KVS

 is equipped with a constant test current monitoring display and a unique 

Fail-Safe test button that simulates a worst case component failure and displays the “real” fail-safe 
current, all while the output is isolated from the current source. 
 
The Valhalla Scientific 4314KV/KVS Igniter Tester contains the enhanced inner circuitry as its ultra-safe 
4314 Series predecessors, with the addition of Constant Current monitoring, Fail Safe test  on the KVS 
model, and 7 ranges 

(2Ω to 2MΩ)

, all 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 explosive 
devices, they are also, thanks to its case, impact resistant and water tight. The devices float in water, are 
water proof when closed to a depth of 3 feet, and can be operated outside in direct rain. 
They comes self-contained with a slim-line AC/DC Battery Charger and measurement test leads ready to 
use. 
 

 

Standard feature of the 4314KV/KVS is a battery monitoring circuit that alerts the user if the batteries 
have become or will soon become unusable.  

 

Safety Considerations 

 

The 4314KV/KVS Digital Igniter Testers are a battery operated equipment, for an optimal function of the 
Failsafe circuitry DO NOT connect the battery charger while the instrument is in an ON position. Always 
disconnect the battery charger before operating the instrument. 

 

 

 

Instrument Identification 

 

Valhalla Scientific instruments are identified by a two part serial number. The Serial Tag is located on the 
rear or bottom of the instrument. The number is in a form of 66-0000. The first two digits, called the serial 
number prefix, indicate the model. It changes only when a change is made to the instrument. The last 4 
digits, called the serial number suffix, are unique for each individual unit. 

 

 

 

Be sure to include the entire serial number, both prefix and suffix, in any correspondence about your 
instrument. 

 

 

 

The serial number can also be found on the Main Board, Calibration Tag and Certificate of Calibration.

 

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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

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

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

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

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

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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Страница 32: ...4314KV and 4314KVS Digital Igniter Tester User Manual Revision 1 Edition 1 2017 Copyright 2017 Valhalla Scientific Inc All rights reserved...

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