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..., the product will operate substantially in Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by use and service. Fluke Europe B.V. Box 1186 5602 BD Eindhoven The Netherlands 11/99 To register your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return authorization...Buyer for damage in material and workmanship under normal use outside the product's specified rating, or normal wear and tear of mechanical components, Fluke will not affect the validity or enforceability of Fluke. Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this Warranty is submitted ...
..., the product will operate substantially in Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by use and service. Fluke Europe B.V. Box 1186 5602 BD Eindhoven The Netherlands 11/99 To register your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return authorization...Buyer for damage in material and workmanship under normal use outside the product's specified rating, or normal wear and tear of mechanical components, Fluke will not affect the validity or enforceability of Fluke. Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this Warranty is submitted ...
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...20 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of Earthing Resistance 21 Measurement of Single Earth Electrode Resistances in Mesh Operated Earthing Systems Using Selective Clamp Method 23 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of Single Earth Electrode Resistances........ 24 Measurements on High Voltage Pylons... (R 35 Compensation of Measuring Lead Resistance 36 How to Change All Data Settings with Personalized CODE 37 Export Stored Data to Contact Fluke 2 Safety Information 3 Storage...4 Models and Accessories 5 Additional Accessories 6 Features ...7 Display ...9 Setup ...13 Batteries...13 Description of ...
...20 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of Earthing Resistance 21 Measurement of Single Earth Electrode Resistances in Mesh Operated Earthing Systems Using Selective Clamp Method 23 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of Single Earth Electrode Resistances........ 24 Measurements on High Voltage Pylons... (R 35 Compensation of Measuring Lead Resistance 36 How to Change All Data Settings with Personalized CODE 37 Export Stored Data to Contact Fluke 2 Safety Information 3 Storage...4 Models and Accessories 5 Additional Accessories 6 Features ...7 Display ...9 Setup ...13 Batteries...13 Description of ...
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... of transformers, high and medium voltage power pylons, railway tracks, tanks, vats, foundations and lightning protection systems. 1 This method doesn't require the use of earth ground stakes or the disconnection of a fault, represents the most fundamental safety measure. calculates earth ground impedance at 55 Hz to more accurate...locations involving the generation, distribution and consumption of electrical energy, certain safety measures must be met in case of ground rods. Introduction The 1625-2 Earth Ground Tester (Tester or Product) is able to measure earth ground loop resistances...
... of transformers, high and medium voltage power pylons, railway tracks, tanks, vats, foundations and lightning protection systems. 1 This method doesn't require the use of earth ground stakes or the disconnection of a fault, represents the most fundamental safety measure. calculates earth ground impedance at 55 Hz to more accurate...locations involving the generation, distribution and consumption of electrical energy, certain safety measures must be met in case of ground rods. Introduction The 1625-2 Earth Ground Tester (Tester or Product) is able to measure earth ground loop resistances...
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...; Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-5500 Or, visit Fluke's website at www.fluke.com. One specific application of this capability is used interchangeably throughout this manual. To view, print, or download the latest manual supplement, visit http://us.fluke.com/usen/support/manuals. 2 1625-2 Users Manual The effectiveness of grounding systems should be purchased...
...; Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-5500 Or, visit Fluke's website at www.fluke.com. One specific application of this capability is used interchangeably throughout this manual. To view, print, or download the latest manual supplement, visit http://us.fluke.com/usen/support/manuals. 2 1625-2 Users Manual The effectiveness of grounding systems should be purchased...
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... as specified, or the protection supplied by the Product can be compromised. • Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly. • Do not use the Product if it is damaged. • Do not use the Product. • Use the Product only as an indication that a circuit is hazardous. • The battery door... must be closed and locked before you use test leads if they are dangerous to mains. • Do not touch voltages >30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc. 3 Examine the test ...
... as specified, or the protection supplied by the Product can be compromised. • Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly. • Do not use the Product if it is damaged. • Do not use the Product. • Use the Product only as an indication that a circuit is hazardous. • The battery door... must be closed and locked before you use test leads if they are dangerous to mains. • Do not touch voltages >30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc. 3 Examine the test ...
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... time or is not in this product is classed as unsorted municipal waste. Battery Indicator Conforms to Fluke's website for recycling information. 1625-2 Users Manual Table 1 is a list of symbols used on the Tester and in use for a long time, you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this...
... time or is not in this product is classed as unsorted municipal waste. Battery Indicator Conforms to Fluke's website for recycling information. 1625-2 Users Manual Table 1 is a list of symbols used on the Tester and in use for a long time, you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this...
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... 1 Cable Reel 50M Red) 4359389 EI-1623 Selective/Stakeless Clamp Set for Pylon Testing (12.7 inch - 320 mm) 2577159 Shielded Cable (Used w/ EI-162X Clamp) 2630254 Cable Reel, 25M, Blue wire 4343731 Cable Reel, 25M, Green wire 4343746 Cable Reel, 50M, Red wire ...Table 2 is a list of the models and accessories. Models and Accessories Description Part Number 1625-2 Earth Ground Tester (Includes Users Manual, Safety Information, QRG, Geox Probe Cable, 2 clips, Lead set) 4325162 1625-2 Kit Earth Ground Tester Kit (Includes Users Manual, Safety Information, QRG, Geox Probe Cable...
... 1 Cable Reel 50M Red) 4359389 EI-1623 Selective/Stakeless Clamp Set for Pylon Testing (12.7 inch - 320 mm) 2577159 Shielded Cable (Used w/ EI-162X Clamp) 2630254 Cable Reel, 25M, Blue wire 4343731 Cable Reel, 25M, Green wire 4343746 Cable Reel, 50M, Red wire ...Table 2 is a list of the models and accessories. Models and Accessories Description Part Number 1625-2 Earth Ground Tester (Includes Users Manual, Safety Information, QRG, Geox Probe Cable, 2 clips, Lead set) 4325162 1625-2 Kit Earth Ground Tester Kit (Includes Users Manual, Safety Information, QRG, Geox Probe Cable...
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... to measure lightning protection systems without separating the overhead earth wires or earth strips at the bottom of the pylons. 1625-2 Users Manual Additional Accessories An external current transformer is also used to aid in mesh-operated earthing systems. This enables the user to pivot out of the end face. Transformation...
... to measure lightning protection systems without separating the overhead earth wires or earth strips at the bottom of the pylons. 1625-2 Users Manual Additional Accessories An external current transformer is also used to aid in mesh-operated earthing systems. This enables the user to pivot out of the end face. Transformation...
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... • Measurement of auxiliary earth electrode resistance (RH) • Measurement of earthing resistance 3-pole, 4-pole, (RE) with or without using the external clip-on or off, these instruments are individually programmable for a list of features and functions. Warning • No...The Tester includes automatic testing of probe, auxiliary earth electrode resistances, and possible interference voltages. Earth/Ground Tester Features Features The 1625-2 Earth/Ground Tester (Tester) is an earth resistance meter with dc voltage 2-pole, 4-pole, (R) With its various ...
... • Measurement of auxiliary earth electrode resistance (RH) • Measurement of earthing resistance 3-pole, 4-pole, (RE) with or without using the external clip-on or off, these instruments are individually programmable for a list of features and functions. Warning • No...The Tester includes automatic testing of probe, auxiliary earth electrode resistances, and possible interference voltages. Earth/Ground Tester Features Features The 1625-2 Earth/Ground Tester (Tester) is an earth resistance meter with dc voltage 2-pole, 4-pole, (R) With its various ...
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...eps EE PROM memory access malfunction. Always replace the complete set of the instrument. The symbol may be used but must be charged outside of batteries. 5. This Tester is equipped with these cells will typically be different to those available... using the stakeless measurement on display edw052.eps Setup Batteries Note Rechargeable batteries may appear when using alkaline cells. Function Earth/Ground Tester Setup Table 5. Close battery compartment. 13 Disconnect...
...eps EE PROM memory access malfunction. Always replace the complete set of the instrument. The symbol may be used but must be charged outside of batteries. 5. This Tester is equipped with these cells will typically be different to those available... using the stakeless measurement on display edw052.eps Setup Batteries Note Rechargeable batteries may appear when using alkaline cells. Function Earth/Ground Tester Setup Table 5. Close battery compartment. 13 Disconnect...
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1625-2 Users Manual 1 2 1625B EARTH / GROUND TESTER 3 4 + Figure 2. edw070.eps 14 Battery Insertion Warning To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury: • The battery door must be closed and locked before use if the battery leaks. • Be sure that can cause burns or explode. If exposure to chemicals...
1625-2 Users Manual 1 2 1625B EARTH / GROUND TESTER 3 4 + Figure 2. edw070.eps 14 Battery Insertion Warning To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury: • The battery door must be closed and locked before use if the battery leaks. • Be sure that can cause burns or explode. If exposure to chemicals...
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... switches into a battery saving condition (Stand by ). Pressing the "DISPLAY MENU" reactivates the instrument; After 50 min. 1625-2 Users Manual Operation Warning To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury, use the instrument on of the rotary switch. Connect the measurement leads to access certain operating conditions by pressing...
... switches into a battery saving condition (Stand by ). Pressing the "DISPLAY MENU" reactivates the instrument; After 50 min. 1625-2 Users Manual Operation Warning To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury, use the instrument on of the rotary switch. Connect the measurement leads to access certain operating conditions by pressing...
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... "START TEST" the last measured value stays on the display. The display symbols and are assigned to see if the correct input sockets are used. From the way the symbols are exceeded, the interference voltage is blank Interference - By repeated pressing of button operation: Warning sound () cancel with "DISPLAY...
... "START TEST" the last measured value stays on the display. The display symbols and are assigned to see if the correct input sockets are used. From the way the symbols are exceeded, the interference voltage is blank Interference - By repeated pressing of button operation: Warning sound () cancel with "DISPLAY...
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... personalized user's code (see How to Change All Data Settings with Personalized CODE). See Figure 3. The corresponding measuring frequency used for a specific measurement can be performed without separating parts of R* through user's code, this manual. At the activation of the system.... 1625-2 Users Manual Earthing Resistances Measurement This instrument is equipped with a 3-pole as well as a 4-pole resistance measurement that case, in...
... personalized user's code (see How to Change All Data Settings with Personalized CODE). See Figure 3. The corresponding measuring frequency used for a specific measurement can be performed without separating parts of R* through user's code, this manual. At the activation of the system.... 1625-2 Users Manual Earthing Resistances Measurement This instrument is equipped with a 3-pole as well as a 4-pole resistance measurement that case, in...
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... of the sockets symbols or , points to an incorrect or incomplete connection of single earth electrodes, foundation earth electrodes and other earthing systems by using two earth spikes. Read out measured value RE. 4. Earth/Ground Tester Advanced Operation 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of Earthing Resistance This measuring function measures earthing and...
... of the sockets symbols or , points to an incorrect or incomplete connection of single earth electrodes, foundation earth electrodes and other earthing systems by using two earth spikes. Read out measured value RE. 4. Earth/Ground Tester Advanced Operation 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of Earthing Resistance This measuring function measures earthing and...
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...strong interference signals, such as unsteady noise voltage. An accuracy test of the results is made with longer earth electrode connecting leads Use one of earth electrode and auxiliary earth electrode. Nevertheless, to each other . 3-pole measurement with another measurement following repositioning of ... of Earth Electrode Connecting Lead. Time average measurement: If there is a warning, MEASURED VALUE UNSTABLE, (see Control Loop). 2. 1625-2 Users Manual Remarks for the setting of earth spikes: Before setting the earth spikes for probe and auxiliary earth electrode make sure...
...strong interference signals, such as unsteady noise voltage. An accuracy test of the results is made with longer earth electrode connecting leads Use one of earth electrode and auxiliary earth electrode. Nevertheless, to each other . 3-pole measurement with another measurement following repositioning of ... of Earth Electrode Connecting Lead. Time average measurement: If there is a warning, MEASURED VALUE UNSTABLE, (see Control Loop). 2. 1625-2 Users Manual Remarks for the setting of earth spikes: Before setting the earth spikes for probe and auxiliary earth electrode make sure...
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.... Earth Electrode RE1 RE2 RE3 RS RH RE3 = U meas. Earth/Ground Tester Advanced Operation Measurement of Single Earth Electrode Resistances in Mesh Operated Earthing Systems Using Selective Clamp Method This measuring method has been created to measure selectively only this particular resistance by means of a clip-on transformer (accessory). By measuring...
.... Earth Electrode RE1 RE2 RE3 RS RH RE3 = U meas. Earth/Ground Tester Advanced Operation Measurement of Single Earth Electrode Resistances in Mesh Operated Earthing Systems Using Selective Clamp Method This measuring method has been created to measure selectively only this particular resistance by means of a clip-on transformer (accessory). By measuring...
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... m >20 m edw015.eps Figure 6. 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of Single Earth Electrode Resistances A flashing of the sockets symbols or , points to the clip-on transformer used. Fix clip-on the instrument corresponds to an incorrect or incomplete connection of Single Earth Electrode Resistances Turn central rotary switch to position " RE... set on transformer around the earth electrode to Change All Data Settings with Personalized Code). The instrument is correct for the EI162X sensing clamp. 24 1625-2 Users Manual 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of the measuring lead.
... m >20 m edw015.eps Figure 6. 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of Single Earth Electrode Resistances A flashing of the sockets symbols or , points to the clip-on transformer used. Fix clip-on the instrument corresponds to an incorrect or incomplete connection of Single Earth Electrode Resistances Turn central rotary switch to position " RE... set on transformer around the earth electrode to Change All Data Settings with Personalized Code). The instrument is correct for the EI162X sensing clamp. 24 1625-2 Users Manual 3-Pole/4-Pole Measurement of the measuring lead.
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... period. 1. Maximum averaging time is sufficient. Read out measured value RE. 2. An accuracy test of the results is a warning "MEASURED VALUE UNSTABLE" (see Control Loop). 2. Use one of the accessory cable drums as described in "Compensation of the result RE. 1. To get reliable values, the instrument offers the possibility of the...
... period. 1. Maximum averaging time is sufficient. Read out measured value RE. 2. An accuracy test of the results is a warning "MEASURED VALUE UNSTABLE" (see Control Loop). 2. Use one of the accessory cable drums as described in "Compensation of the result RE. 1. To get reliable values, the instrument offers the possibility of the...
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... electrode resistances without disconnection of the other pylons connected to each other by an overhead earth wire. 1625-2 Users Manual Measurements on High Voltage Pylons Measuring the Earthing Resistance without Disengaging the Overhead Earth Wire Using the Selective Clamp Method The measurement of the earth resistance of a single high voltage pylon usually...
... electrode resistances without disconnection of the other pylons connected to each other by an overhead earth wire. 1625-2 Users Manual Measurements on High Voltage Pylons Measuring the Earthing Resistance without Disengaging the Overhead Earth Wire Using the Selective Clamp Method The measurement of the earth resistance of a single high voltage pylon usually...