ELTEL-Tan Delta Kit Manual

I N D U S T R I E S
ACTS-12K
AUTOMATIC CAPACITANCE & TAN DELTA TEST SET
OPERATION & INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOR SOFTWARE VERSION 1.8.2 & ABOVE
Revision - 1
I N D U S T R I E S
ACTS-12K
FOR SOFTWARE VERSION 1.8.2 & ABOVE
Revision 1
April 24, 2006.
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ACTS-12K
Table of Contents
I.
II.
III.
IV.
OPERATOR SAFETY..
DESCRIPTION
..
GROUNDING
..
POWER CORD AND FUSES..
Chapter 1.
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
Chapter 2.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
INTRODUCTION
1
1
1
1
..
Description ..
Applications ..
Features
..
System Specifications .
1.4.1 Measuring Bridge .
1.4.2 Power Source
.
1.4.3 Cables
.
Additional Specification ..
1.5.1 Test Functions
.
1.5.2 Interference
.
1.5.3 Printer port
.
1.5.4 RS-232 Interface .
Available Optional Accessories ..
1.6.1 Oil Cell
.
1.6.2 Calibrator
.
1.6.3 Range Extension Transformer .
1.6.4 Compensating Reactors .
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3
3
4
4
5
6
6
6
6
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
INSTALLATION 8
Unpacking and Inspection ..
Preparation for use ..
Line Supply Voltage ..
Safety Considerations .
External Connections .
2.5.1 RS-232 Connector
2.5.2 Centronix Parallel port (Printer port) .
Repacking and shipment .
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Chapter 3.
OPERATION .
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3.1
Power Source
..
3.1.1 Front panel ..
3.1.2 Rear panel ..
13
13
16
3.2
Bridge
..
19
3.2.1 Front panel ..

3.2.2 Rear panel ..
19
21
Menus and Options Overview ..
23
3.3.1 Measure C&DF.. ..

3.3.2 Measure Excitation...
3.3.3 Selections...
24
24
25
Description of different measurement modes ....
28
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.4.4
3.4.5
28
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31
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31
3.3
3.4
3.5
Chapter 4.
Measure C&DF.. ..
Measure Excitation...
Range Extension...
Selections. .
Cable Connections...
Service and maintenance .....
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ACTS-12K
Preface
About this manual
This manual describes the installation and operation of the ELTEL ACTS-12K. This
is a technical document intended for testing engineers, technicians and operators
responsible for the operation and maintenance of ACTS-12K.
Regarding comments or suggestions concerning this manual.

Comments and suggestions regarding the content and design will be appreciated. To
submit comments, please contact the ELTEL Customer Support Department according to
the following information.
Customer Support
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Product information
Information on returning a product
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Product training
Reporting comments or suggestions concerning manuals.
An ELTEL Customer Support representative may be reached at :

ELTEL INDUSTRIES
Plot #. 39, KIADB Industrial Area,
Veerapura, Doddaballapur,
Bangalore - 561 203
INDIA
Tel
: 91-080-27630350, 27630366, 27630367, 27630368
Fax : 91-080-27630351
E-mail : eltel@vsnl.net
To return ELTEL product (in-warranty and out-of-warranty) for repair or replacements.
1. Be prepared to supply the Customer Support representative with model number,
serial number and a description of the problem.
2. To ensure that the product is not damaged during shipping, pack the product in its
original shipping carton/packaging.
3. Ship the product back to ELTEL Industries (Shipping charges should be prepaid).
For more information regarding the warranty policies, refer to disclaimer page.
ACTS-12K
WARRANTY POLICY
ELTEL Industries product warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one year from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, ELTEL will, as its
option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective.
For requirement under warranty, the customer is responsible for freight to ELTEL and all
related customs, taxes, tariffs, insurance, etc. ELTEL is responsible for the freight charges
only for the return of the equipment from the factory to the customer.
ELTEL warrants that its software and firmware designated by ELTEL for use with our
instrument will execute its programming instructions when properly installed on that
instrument. ELTEL does not warrant that the operation of the instrument, or software, or
firmware will be uninterrupted or error free.
LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTY
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper installation or
maintenance, abuse, unauthorized modification or operation outside of environmental
specifications for the product, or, for damage that occur due to improper repackaging of the
equipment for return to ELTEL.
No other warranty is expressed or implied. ELTEL Industries specifically disclaims
the implied warranties or merchantability and fitness for particular purpose.
EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES
The remedies provided herein are the buyers sole exclusive remedies. ELTEL Industries
shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damage,
whether based on contact, trot or any other legal theory.
Disclaimer
ELTEL has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order that it will be an easy-to-use guide to
your equipment. All statements, technical information and recommendations in this manual
and in equipment guides or related documents are believed reliable, but the accuracy and
completeness thereof are not guaranteed or warranted and they are not intended to be, nor
should they be understood to be, representations or warranties concerning the products
described. Further, ELTEL deserves the right to make changes in the specifications of the
product described in the manual at any time without notice and without obligation to notify
any person of such changes.
If you have any questions regarding your equipment or the information in this manual,
please contact ELTEL Industries. (For more information, refer to the preface.)

ACTS-12K
OPERATOR SAFETY
ATTENTION: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING THE INSTRUMENT.
II
DESCRIPTION
This instrument must be operated, used and serviced ONLY by trained,
qualified personnel. Misuse of electrical instrument can result in personal
injury and damage to the apparatus under test. Obey all applicable safety
rules and regulations at all times.
Refer to the following sections of manual for operating specifications and
procedures.
III
GROUNDING
MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE THIRD PIN OF POWER-IN CONNECTOR
SHOULD BE AT THE SAME POTENTIAL AS THAT OF THE SYSTEM
GROUND/ EARTH.
CONNECT GROUND LEADS TO THE INSTRUMENT PRIOR TO
MAKING OTHER CONNECTIONS.
WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT INTERRUPT THE
CONNECTION TO THE PROTECTIVE SAFETY GROUND.
IV
POWER CORD
The power cord must be connected to a ground supply system with proper
electric ratings, as mentioned in the manual.
WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK ALWAYS DISCONNECT
THE POWER CORD FROM THE SUPPLY CIRCUIT BEFORE
SERVICING THE INSTRUMENT.

ACTS-12K
Chapter 1.
INTRODUCTION
This chapter describes the purpose, function, description and system
specifications of ACTS-12K Automatic Capacitance and Tan Delta Test Set.
1.1
Description
The Eltel Model Automatic Capacitance & Tan Delta Test Set (Model ACTS-12K)
is an instrument designed to conduct power factor tests on electrical insulation.
The test set is capable of automatically measuring the insulation power factor of
multi-terminal equipment at voltages ranging from less than 1KV up to 10KV.
Being equipped with two measuring leads, the test set can measure all the
quantities necessary to complete an insulation power factor test report for two,
three and multi-terminal electrical power equipment.
The ACTS-12K operates on the Transformer Ratio Arm Bridge principle. The
current from the device under test is compared to the current of an internal
reference capacitor. The residual of this comparison is measured and resolved
into in phase (watt loss) and quadrature current components. The test voltage
and total specimen current are also measured. From these measured quantities,
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power factor and capacitance are calculated and displayed along with the test
voltage, total current and watt loss.
The test set features interference measuring and suppression circuitry. When
activated by the operator, the circuitry automatically measures and suppresses
interference that may be present on the test specimen. This greatly reduces
operator intervention and improves accuracy and consistency of test results.
The test set provides information on:
* Voltage
* Current
* Capacitance
* Power
* Power factor/Dissipation factor
* Frequency
* Interference Current
1.2 Applications
Power factor testing of electrical insulation is one of the most recognized and
highly regarded procedures in both preventive maintenance process and
manufacturing of electrical power apparatus, such as transformers, reactors,
circuit breakers, electromechanical rotating machines etc. The power factor of
electrical insulation, the ratio of power loss to volt-ampere, is a measure of the
quality of the insulation. It is with this in mind that the electrical power industry is
monitoring the power factor of their major system components to avert unwanted
failures and outages.
1.3 Features
Rugged Compact Design; two vibration and shock resistant cases.

Semi Automatic Operation; Instrument self balances and guides the
operator by means of menu driven Alpha-numeric display
Keyboard entry of parameters.
Digital display of test results on 240 X 128 dot back-lit LCD display.
RS-232C computer interface.
Centronix parallel port printer interface.
Automatic Ranging.
Auto print facility.
Flexible cold weather cable
Direct Reading; no calculations to perform, equivalent to 2.5KV / 10KV
results also displayed.
Capable of performing all UST and GST tests.
Operates Accurately in Hostile Electrical Environments; will function in
stations to 700KV.
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1.4 System Specifications

1.4.1 Measuring Bridge
2.
Dissipation
Factor
: Range
Accuracy
Readout
Highest Resolution
3.
Power
4.
Interference
Current
: Range
Accuracy
Readout
Highest Resolution
: Range
Accuracy
Readout
Highest Resolution
: 0 to 0.26F
: External
Range
extender
to
increase capacitance range up to
2.6F
: 0.2% of reading 1pF (UST)
0.2% of reading 10pF (GST)
: 4 digits
: 0 to
: 1% of reading 0.05%
: 5 digits
: 0.00001, DF display is in absolute
value or percentage
: 0 to 2 kW
: 1% of reading
: 4 digits
: 1W
: 0 to 100mA
: 1%
: Absolute or Percentage
: 1A
5.
Power factor
: Range
Accuracy
Readout
Highest Resolution
:
:
:
:
6.
Voltage
: Range
Accuracy
Resolution
0 to 100 %
1% of reading 0.05%
5 digits
0.00001, PF display is in absolute
value or percentage
: 0 to 12000 volts
: 1% of reading, RMS responding
: 1 volt
7.
Current
8.
Frequency
: Range
Accuracy
Resolution
: Operation Range
Accuracy
Resolution
:
:
:
:
:
:
9.
Display
: 240X128 dot back
- Lit LCD panel
10.
Key board
: 20 key membrane
Key board
11.
Measurements
: UST, GST with

Ground, GST with
Guard
UST (3 positions)
GST (1 position)
GST-g (3 positions)
1.
Capacitance
: Range
Range Extension
Accuracy
Resolution
Measures
UST
GSTwith Ground
GST with Guard
H-L; H-T; H-(L+T)

H-(L+T+G)
H-G; H-(L+G); H(T+G)
4
0 to 2000 mA
1% of reading
1A
45 to 65 Hz
0.02 Hz
0.01 Hz

ACTS-12K
1.4.2 Power Source

1.
Power input
230V 10%, 50 Hz, 1.2 KVA (2.4 KVA

intermittent) OR
110V 10%, 60 Hz, 1.2 KVA (2.4 KVA
intermittent)
2.
HV OUTPUT
Tap # 1
Tap # 2
:
:
0 to 12000 volts @ 100mA(200mA intermittent)

0 to 2400 volts @ 500mA(1000mA intermittent)
Both the 12kV and 2.4kV voltage taps are available for C & DF as well as the
excited current measurements.
3.
Reference Capacitor:
200 pF Standard Capacitor with guard circuit
4.
Power Transformer :
Double shielded, air insulated construction
5.
Built-in Safety features

The ACTS-12K has many built-in safety features, these include:
1.ZERO START Interlock: Operator is required to place voltage output
variac to zero before high voltage can be initiated
2.OPERATOR HAND SWITCH Interlock: Operator involved with lead
connections to test apparatus has control of high voltage initiations and
de-activation at all times.
3.FOOT SWITCH INTERLOCK: Operator involved with operation of
ACTS-12K has interlock control via foot switch of both activation and deactivation of high voltage output.
4.DOUBLE GROUND PROTECTION: ACTS-12K must be connected to a
suitable ground for initiation of high voltage output.
5.HV OFF (EMERGENCY STOP): At any time during testing, high voltage
can be immediately shut down by depressing this button. The ACTS-12K
will not be able to be turned on until this button is released from a locked
position.
6.SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION: At any time, if any short between HV
& LV and / or HV & Ground, the instrument will trip.
7.OVER VOLTAGE PROTECTION: If the operator exceeds the maximum
specified voltage of 12kV, the instrument will trip in a fraction of seconds.
8.OVER TEMPERATURE PROTECTION: If the power transformer (Inside
the power source) overloaded beyond the design limits, the instrument will
trip.
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9.INDICATORS
1.POWER ON
2.HV ON
3.OPEN GROUND
4.OPEN INTERLOCK
5.OVER TEMPERATURE
6.OVER VOLTAGE with Reset
7.SHORT CIRCUIT with Reset
6.
MECHANICAL DATA:
Size
Weight
TWO RED LAMPS (SMALL)

TWO RED LAMPS (BIG)
ONE RED LAMP
ONE RED LAMP
ONE RED LAMP
ONE RED LAMP
ONE RED LAMP
19 " rack, 7 " high, 12" deep

approx.
Approx. 65 Kgs.
7.
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
0 to 50C.
8.
HUMIDITY
0 to 90%, non condensing.
1.4.3 CABLES
1.5
High Voltage cable (12KV) of 20m, length double screened and

equipped with clips and hooks
Two Low Voltage leads of screened cable of 20m, length equipped
with clips and hooks
Two grounding cables of 20m & 10m length equipped with clip.
Foot switch used for safety of operator while handling high voltage;
equipped with 5m length cable
Mains connecting cable of 10m length
One set of interconnecting cables
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATION
1.5.1 TEST FUNCTIONS
The following test functions are provided with each test set:
1.
Measurement without interference suppression
2.
Measurement of interference suppression
3.
Range Extension measurement
1.5.2 INTERFERENCE
Automatic cancellation of interference when enabled by the
operator. The accuracy of measurement is reduced with increased
interference levels. The instrument measures and displays the
quantity of interference.

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1.5.3 PRINTER PORT

The instrument provides an optically isolated compatible parallel
printer port. The test data is printed out on two lines and may be the
2.5KV or 10KV equivalent readings, or may be the actual reading at
the measured test voltage (as selected by the operator).
1.5.4 RS-232C INTERFACE
The standard RS-232C data port can be used to transmit test
results to a personal computer.
The data output includes:
1.6
Type and mode of measurement taken

Test results at the set test voltage or
2.5kV or 10kV equivalent test results
AVAILABLE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

1.6.1 OIL CELL
A 10KV Oil Cell is available for the instrument to test the oils at
room temperature. The cell gap is 11 mm, nominal. The cell
capacity is 2000 ml.
1.6.2 CALIBRATOR
A 200pF calibrator that provides power factors over the range of 010% is available (0,0.1,0.3,1,3,10%). The calibrator is useful up to
10KV.
1.6.3 RANGE EXTENSION TRANSFORMER (CTS-RE)
The Capacitance Range Extension Transformer (CTS-RE) is a
precision current transformer, especially designed for use with the
ACTS-12K to extend its range of capacitance measurement. The
provided ratios are 1000, 500, 200, 100 to 1.
1.6.4 COMPENSATING REACTORS
The use of one or more compensating reactors increases the
capacitance that the internal power supply can excite to conduct
measurements. The reactors are available in two ratings:
104 Henries at 300mA, for compensating 0.1F (MODEL CTS-100)
52 Henries at 600mA, for compensating 0.2 F (MODEL CTS-50)

ACTS-12K
Chapter 2.
INSTALLATION
This chapter provides the following information:
2.1
Unpacking and Inspection

Preparation for use
Line supply voltage
Safety considerations
External Connections
Repacking and shipment
Unpacking and Inspection

The Model ACTS-12K Power Source and Bridge are packed in pre-formed
reusable foam inside an Aluminium Carrying cases. Cables and
Instruction Manual are packed in a Plastic Box. For shipment, all the three
boxes are packed in Cardboard cartons.
Prior to shipment this instrument is electrically tested and mechanically
inspected and found to meet specifications and be free of mechanical
defects.
After unpacking the instrument, visually inspect the instrument and
accessories for damage. If evidence of damage is present, you must
contact the carrier who transported the unit and file a claim in writing. The
carriers agent should retain the shipping container and packing material
for inspection. Electrical operation should be checked as soon as possible
after receipt of the instrument.
2.2
Preparation for use

ENSURE THAT THE APPARATUS TO BE TESTED IS CLEARED AND
DE-ENERGIZED PRIOR TO TEST. It is highly recommended that the
user become familiar with the controls, functions and features of the
instrument before use of the Kit.
2.3
Line supply voltage

This instrument is shipped from the factory for operation on either 230V,
50Hz line or 120V, 60Hz line (Set at Factory). Other input voltages
available upon request.

ACTS-12K
2.4
Safety Considerations
CAUTION!!
This instrument is capable of generating LETHAL VOLTAGES.
Extreme care should be used in operating this unit.
WHEN TESTING IN HIGH VOLTAGE ENVIRONMENT, IT IS
ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL THAT ALL TEST APPARATUS HAVE
SAFETY
GROUND
CONNECTIONS
INSTALLED,
BEFORE
CONNECTING THE ACTS-12K TEST LEADS.
THE ACTS-12K
PROTECTIVE GROUND TERMINALS MUST BE CONNECTED TO A
GOOD EARTH GROUND PRIOR TO MAKING ANY OTHER
CONNECTIONS TO THE INSTRUMENT.
TURN OFF THE INSTRUMENT WHENEVER INTERCONNECTIONS TO
THE OUTPUT TERMINALS OR THE TEST SPECIMEN ARE BEING
MADE.
THE HIGH VOLTAGE AND MEASURING LEADS SUPPLIED BY ELTEL
SHOULD BE USED WITH THIS INSTRUMENT.
OBEY ALL APPLICABLE SAFETY RULES AND REGULATIONS AT
ALL TIMES !!!
2.5
External Connections
The Test Set consists of two units, namely (a) Power Source and (b)
Measuring Bridge. However, optionally these two units can be housed in
a 19" Rack mount chassis. The test connection leads can be stored in the
Rack chassis, in the space at the bottom of the stacked-up units,
accessible from the rear door of the chassis.
The CxL leads (co-axial leads with yellow and blue) are connected to the
Bridge measuring arms and are the sensitive leads of the Bridge
concerning the influence of stray capacitance.
The following is a general procedure for operating ACTS-12K:
1. Connect the Ground Stud terminal to a low impedance earth ground
using the 10 meter ground cable supplied with the Test Set.
2. Using the two short leads of co-axial cable, connect Cn of Bridge to Cn
of Power Supply.
3. Connect the 20 meter co-axial cable with yellow mark to the CxL yellow
terminal of the Bridge.
4. If required connect the 20 meter co-axial cable with blue mark to the
CxL blue terminal of the Bridge.
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5. Connect the 20m high voltage cable to the HV OUT terminal of the
Power Source (Capacitance and Dissipation Factor measurements)
6. Connect the 5m control cable, with Foot-switch, to one of the terminals
marked Foot switch. A plug, short-circuited should be inserted in the
Interlock receptacle. However, this may also be used for connection to a
safety Interlock switch.
7. Connect the power input receptacle of the Bridge to the Power out
receptacles of the Power Source, using the two meter Extension cord
supplied with the Test Set.
8. Connect the Input receptacle of the Power Source to the AC power
source, using the 10 m input power cable supplied with the Test Set.
9. Connect the ground terminal of the Bridge to ground terminal of the
Power Source via two meter cable provided with the Test Set.
10. Connect the guard terminal of the Bridge to guard terminal of the
Power Source via two meter cable supplied with the Test Set.
11. Interconnect the Test Polarity receptacles using two meter cable
provided with the Test Set.
12. Connect the high voltage lead to high voltage connector of POWER
SOURCE. Take precaution not to place too much strain on this cable as it
will reduce its life expectancy. Also keep HV connectors clean and free of
moisture.
13. Plug in the provided line cord to a suitable source
14. Instrument is now ready to turn on.
2.5.1 RS-232 Connector
The RS-232 interface is been provided on a 9-pin female D-Connector
and is been used to interface with PC. Refer to Table 2-1 for connector pin
out.
The RS-232 connector is a DCE interface. Screw locks are been provided
for mechanical security of the mating connector.
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Table 2-1 RS-232 connector pin outs

Pin #
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Name
NC
TX1
RX1
NC
GND
NC
TX2
RX2
NC
2.5.2 Centronix Parallel port (Printer Port)

The Centronix port is been provided on a 25 pin female D-connector and
is been used to interface with any 80 column printer for data transfer.
Refer to Table 2-2 for connector pinouts.
Table 2-2 Centronix Parallel Port
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18-25
Shell
SIGNAL
STB #
PD0
PD1
PD2
PD3
PD4
PD5
PD6
PD7
ACK #
BUSY
PE
SLCT
AFD #
ERR #
INIT #
SLIN #
GND
GND
I/0
O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I
I
I
I
O
I
O
O
N/A
N/A
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DEFINITION
Strobe
Parallel data bit 0
Parallel data bit 1
Parallel data bit 2
Parallel data bit 3
Parallel data bit 4
Parallel data bit 5
Parallel data bit 6
Parallel data bit 7
Acknowledge
Busy
Paper end
Select
Automatic feed
Error
Initialize printer
Select in
Signal ground
Frame ground

ACTS-12K
The examples of print images sent to the receiving device are been shown
below:
ELTEL ACTS-12K Ser. No. __________
DD/MM/YY
Specimen #:
NORMAL, 2 UST B, V= -----V, I= ------mA, C= -------pF, P= ------mW
PF= -------, DF= --------, F= -------Hz, In= ------%
2.6
Repacking And Shipment

To ensure proper shipment of this instrument, it is recommended that the
original reusable container and packing material be retained. If being
returned for calibration or service, please attach a card to the instrument
specifying the owner, model and serial number and service required.
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Chapter 3.
OPERATION
This Chapter provides the following information
Power Source Front panel & Rear panel

Bridge Front panel & Rear panel
Menus and Options overview
Description of different measurement modes
Description of different measurements
Service and maintenance
3.1
POWER SOURCE
3.1.1 Front panel

The front panel of the Power Source has the following features. The
location of the controls on the panel is shown in Figure 3-1.
1.
POWER SWITCH:
This two-pole circuit breaker is used as On/Off for the Power
Source. It controls power supply to the entire system.
2.
RED AC ON LAMPS:
These lamps are used to indicate that the Power On switch is in the
ON position and that the Test Set is energized from the line. It will
not light up when there is no power supplied to the Test Set.
3.
HV ON SWITCH:
This is a push button switch, which controls the operation of an
internal line contactor and two HV ON red indicator lamps. External
Interlock and Foot-switch cables must be connected to their
receptacles in the rear panel. Foot-switch must be closed, the
Voltage Control set to zero, the Open Ground and Over
temperature and short circuit lamps must be out, the HV OFF
switch must be released in order for the switch to perform its
function. Also the Test Polarity switch in the Bridge Front panel
must be set to Forward or Reverse position. When the switch is
operated, the two HV ON red indicator lamps will light and test
voltage may be applied by the Voltage Control.
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Figure 3-1
14
Front Panel of Power Source
RESET SWITCH
SHORT CIRCUIT
OVER VOLTAGE
OVER TEMP.
OPEN INTERLOCK
OPEN GROUND
HV
LV
START
STOP
VOLTAGE CONTROL

LV
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HV OFF
HV ON
POWER
HV
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4.
RED HV ON LAMPS:
These lamps are used to indicate that voltage is capable of being
applied by clockwise rotation of the Voltage Control. They will light
when the ON Output Voltage push button switch is operated. They
will go out and remain out, if power is removed from the input of the
Test Set, if the OFF Output Voltage push button switch is operated.
If the POWER ON circuit breaker switch is turned OFF, if the Footswitch is opened or the shorting plug is taken out of the External
Interlock receptacle, if the Open Ground is lit or if the Transformer
Overload lamp is lit.
5.
VOLTAGE CONTROL:
The control is a variable ratio autotransformer used to adjust the
output voltage of the Test Set by controlling the primary voltage of
the power transformer. It functions in conjunction with a zero start
switch which requires the control shaft to be in the counter
clockwise ("O") position prior to the ON Output Voltage switch
becoming operative.
6.
HV OFF SWITCH:
This is a push button switch is used to de-energize the line
contractor which turns off the test voltage. The red pilot lamps
should go out when the OFF switch is operated. It performs the
same function as opening the Foot-switch.
NOTE: The HV OFF switch locks in the down position and must be
re-set by turning it clockwise before power can be applied again.
7.
OPEN GROUND LAMP:

If the Open Ground lamp comes On, it indicates the ground circuit
power cable is open, or that the ACTS-12K (The System) is
improperly grounded by the ground cable. The lamp will also come
ON in the event of a high resistance ground between the ground
cable and the power cable ground. The power supply cannot be
energized with high voltage with an Open Ground.
8.
OVER TEMP. LAMP:

This is a red lamp used to indicate thermal overload of the power
transformer beyond the design limits. If extended overload occurs,
a thermal protective relay will operate causing the Transformer
Over Temperature Lamp to come ON. The red HV pilot lamp
should then go out. This performs the same reaction as opening
the Foot-switch. The HV ON push button switch will not function
under this condition until the transformer temperature has returned
to normal. At this time the overload relay will automatically re-set,
and it is indicated by the Transformer Over Temp. lamp going out.
The Test Set can then be re-energized by operation of the POWER
ON switch.
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9.
OPEN INTERLOCK LAMP:

This red lamp indicates the state of the External Interlock and
footswitch. The lamp will be ON if the Interlock or the footswitch is
open.
10.
OVER VOLTAGE LAMP:

This red lamp indicates that the operator has exceeded the
maximum specified voltage of 12kV and the power supply will trip in
a fraction of a second. Then the operator should bring down
Voltage control to start and press the reset switch to initiate the
measurement.
11.
SHORT CIRCUIT LAMP:

This red lamp comes on when the internal impedance relay will trip
if there is a short on the high voltage output transformer or if the
connected capacitance is too large. The operator should remove
the shorted specimen or redo the fallen connection before pressing
the reset switch.
12.
RESET SWITCH:
The red push button switch is provided for setting OFF the Over
voltage and Short Circuit lamps after taking the necessary action as
mentioned under sections 11 & 12 above.
3.1.2 Rear panel

The rear panel of the power source has the following features.
location of the controls on the panel is shown in figure 3-2.
The
1.
Bridge Power Receptacle: (Power out Receptacle):

This receptacle is energized with line voltage when the POWER
ON Breaker is in the ON position and is used to supply input power
to the Bridge via the extension cable supplied with the set.
2.
Cn Receptacle:
The three pin audio connector is used to inter-connect the Bridge
and Power Source, via shielded cable for Capacitance &
Dissipation Factor measurements.
3.
Ground Terminal:
It is also connected to the specimen ground via a 20-meter cable.
Its connected to the bridge via a 2-meter cable
4.
Guard Terminal:
Guard terminal is provided for measurement of multiwinding/terminal specimens. Its connected to the Guard terminal of
the bridge via a inter-connected 2-meter cable.
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Figure 3-2
Back Panel of Power Source
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5.
Test Polarity input receptacle:

Its connected to the bridge counterpart via a 2-meter cable
6.
Power in Receptacle:
This receptacle is used to connect the System to an AC power
source, via the Power Supply input cable.
7.
Foot-switch and External Interlock Receptacles:

A 5-meter cable with a Foot-switch and a short-circuited Interlock
plugs are connected to those receptacles.
8.
HV OUT Receptacle:
This is the high voltage output terminal used for normal
Capacitance and Dissipation Factor measurements. It is connected
to the test specimen via the high voltage test cable. The outer
shield of this cable, terminated with a pigtail lead, should be
connected to the Ground Stud.
9.
12kV Tap Selector:

One can select the 12kV for the measurement by inserting the
shorting plug in to the 12kV tap selector.
10.
2.4kV Tap:
One can select the 2.4kV for the measurement by inserting the
shorting plug in to the 2.4kV tap selector.
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3.2
BRIDGE
3.2.1 Front panel

Refer to Figure 3-3.
The ACTS-12K is locally operated by using the front panel keypad. The
keyboard consists of 20 keys, each of which has its own logical function or
functions refer to table 3-1.
Table 3-1 Definition of Front Panel Key pad.
KEYS
09
ESC
F1
F2
F3
FUNCTION OF KEYS ON KEYPAD

Used for data entry.
[ENTER] is used to execute a function.
ESC used to pack out selections or cancel the configuration that
has not been executed by Enter. Pressing this key generally
returns the display to the previous selection.
To view Results, Repeat the Test.
Check the Results.
To print out the final result.
Decimal point.
Used for increment or decrement
Increase or decrease intensity of LCD back light and also vary
cursor in Customer settings menu.
The ACTS-12K responds by beeping whenever a key is pressed
A single beep indicates that the key pressed was a valid entry and the
appropriate action was taken
A double beep indicates that the key pressed was an invalid entry.
A long beep indicates that the values entered are stored in memory.
The front panel control uses a tree-structured menu systems (Figure 3-5) to
access and execute all functions. The base level of this structure is sign-on
message, which is displayed on the front panel ACTS-12K power-up.
The main level of the menu system is the measurement mode menu, which is
accessed from the base level by pressing key. From the Measurement mode
menu the user may select any one of Six functions.
19
20
OFF
POWER
ON
5
4
7
3
2
Esc 0
F3
F2
F1
ACTS-12K
BRIDGE

ACTS-12K
Figure 3-3 Front Panel of ACTS-12K Bridge

ACTS-12K
3.2.2 Rear panel

The rear panel of the bridge has the following features. The location of
the controls on the panel is shown in figure 3-4.
1.
Power In Receptacle:
The bridge is powered from Power Source. A two meter cable
power cord interconnects the power out of the Power Source and
power in of the Bridge.
2.
Cn Receptacle:
The three pin audio connector is used to inter-connect the Bridge
and Power Source, via shielded cable for Capacitance &
Dissipation Factor measurements.
3.
CxL Blue and CxL Yellow Receptacles:

These are low voltage co-axial terminals used for normal
Capacitance and Dissipation Factor measurements. They are
connected to the Test Set specimen via the yellow and blue low
voltage test cables.
NOTE: A single test cable is used when measuring a specimen,
which has only two terminals plus a ground.
4.
Ground Terminal:
It is connected to the low impedance earth ground via a 10 meter
cable. It is also connected to the Power Source Ground post via a
2 meter cable
5.
Guard Terminal:
Guard Terminal is provided for measurement of multiwinding/terminal specimens. Its connected to the Guard terminal
of the Power Source Guard via a 2 meter cable
6.
Test Polarity output receptacle:

Its connected to the Power Source counterpart via a 2 meter cable
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Figure 3-4
Back Panel of ACTS-12K Bridge
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3.3
Menus and Options Overview
ELTEL
ACTS-12K
Automatic Capacitance and
Tan Delta Test Set
Version 1.81
Copyright 1998 by
ELTEL INDUSTRIES
Press any key to continue
MEASURE
C&DF
PRESS 1
MEASURE
EXCITATION
RANGE
EXTENSION
SELECTIONS
CABLE
CONNECTION
PRESS 2
PRESS 3
PRESS 4
PRESS 5
Figure 3-5 Main Menu
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3.3.1 Measure C&DF

Press 1 for selecting Measurement, as given below:
1. MEASURE C&DF
1 UST Y
GST G 5
2 UST B
GST YG 6
3 UST YB
GST BG 7
4 GST YBG
F1 ViewRes
F2 Check
Enter
Figure 3-6
3.3.2 Measure Excitation
Press 2 for selecting Measure Excitation, as given below:
2. MEASURE EXCITATION
1 UST Y
GST G 5
2 UST B
GST YG 6
3 UST YB
GST BG 7
4 GST YBG
F1 ViewRes
F2 Check
Figure 3-7
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3.3.3 Selections
Press 3 for selections, as given below:
4. SELECTIONS
1 AUTOPRINT
OFF ON1 ON2
2 SEL. PRINT
2.5KV 10KV REAL
3 LOSS
PF
DF
4 LOSS VIEW
ABS %
5 BACK LIGHT
6 DATE/TIME PROPERTIES
7 SPECIMEN #
Figure 3-8
From the ACTS-12K main menu, pressing any key will display the first
menu. Now press 4 which is the selection menu to enter and select the
parameters as desired.
In the selections menu :
1. Auto print: In this, three different printout selections are
available, namely OFF, ON1, ON2. The operator can select any
one by pressing 1. If 1 is pressed again, the cursor will move one
position for each time.
a) If the selection is OFF, the operator should give print command
by pressing F3 after the execution of the selected measurements is
completed.
The sample printout will be, as follows:
DD/MM/YY
Specimen #:
NORMAL, 2 UST B, V= -----V, I= ------mA, C= -------pF, P= ------mW
PF= -------, DF= --------, F= -------Hz, In= ------%
b) If the selection is ON1, the operator will get the on-line printouts.
The printout consists of Forward test results, Reverse test results
and Final result. The sample print out will be as follows:
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DD/MM/YY
Specimen #:
+HV, NORMAL, 2 UST B, V= ----V, I= ----mA, C= -----pF, P= ----mW
PF= -------, DF= --------, F= -------Hz, In= ------%, N= ---, M= ------HV,
NORMAL, 2 UST B, V= -----V, I= ----mA, C= -----pF, P= ----mW
PF= -------, DF= --------, F= -------Hz, In= ------%, N= ----, M= ---FINAL, NORMAL, 2 UST B,V= ----V, I= ----mA, C= ---pF, P= ----mW
PF= -------, DF= --------, F= -------Hz, In= ------%
In the above print out N and M represent the number of turns
selected in N and M windings of the internal Torroid respectively.
c) If the selection is ON2, the printout is similar to ON1 but in short
form. The sample printout will be as follows:
DD/MM/YY
Specimen #:
+HV, NORMAL, 2 UST B, V=-----V,C=------pF, P=------mW, PF=-----HV, NORMAL, 2 UST B, V=------V, C=------pF, P=-----mW, PF=----FINAL, NORMAL, 2 UST B,V=-----V, C=-----pF, P=-----mW, PF=----2. Sel. print: In this, three different printout selections are available,
namely 2.5kV, 10kV and Real. The operator can select any one by
pressing 2. If 2 is pressed again, the cursor will move one
position for each time.
a) If the selection is 2.5kV, the printout will be 2.5kV equivalent
readings irrespective of the test voltage at which the instrument
is operating.
b) If the selection is 10kV, the printout will be 10kV equivalent
readings irrespective of the test voltage at which the instrument
is operating.
c) If the selection is REAL, the printout will be at the actual test
voltage at which the instrument is operating.
3. LOSS: Operator can select either Dissipation Factor (DF) or
Power Factor (PF) by pressing 3. Both PF and DF will be
displayed in absolute value. The PF and DF values are exactly
equal up to 5%. Above 5% the difference between PF and DF value
is very minimal up to 20%.
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4. LOSS VIEW: Operator can select either the absolute value or in

percentage for Dissipation Factor (DF) by pressing key 4.
5. BACK LIGHT: Press 5 to get Back light menu as shown in
Fig.3-9. And use arrow keys to increase or decrease the Backlight
of the display.
Figure 3-9
6. DATE/TIME PROPERTIES: Press 5 to enter the Date Time
Properties
a)
Press 1 to enter the date in DD/MM/YYYY format.
b)
Press 2 to enter the time in HH : MM : SS format.
Finally when both are entered, press the enter key.
DATE/TIME PROPERTIES
DD/MM/YYYY HH : MM : SS
1. DATE
2. TIME
DD/MM/YYYY
HH : MM : SS
Figure 3-10
7. Specimen #: Press 7 to enter Serial number of the specimen. A
total of 10 digits can be entered. The entered number will be printed
out along with results.
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3.4
Description of different measurement modes
MEASUREMENT MODE
1. MEASURE C&DF
2. MEASURE EXCITATION
3. RANGE EXTENSION
4. SELECTIONS
5. CABLE CONNECTIONS
Figure 3-11
3.4.1 Measure C&DF
In this mode the bridge first makes Positive polarity (Forward polarity)
measurement once and then it will interchange the polarity of the power
supply to HV transformer to make the Negative polarity (reverse polarity)
measurement once. Then it will average both the readings (forward and
reverse) and will display the average as final result. In this mode of
measurement the interference suppressor circuit will get activated.
1. MEASURE C&DF
1 UST Y
GST G 5
2 UST B
GST YG 6
3 UST
GST BG 7
4 GST YBG
F1 ViewRes
F2 Check
Enter
Figure 3-12
Operator now selects the tests need to be conducted by depressing
the function key(s) adjacent to the required tests.
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Where:
1. UST Y: Ungrounded Specimen Test, Measures CxH (High
voltage lead) to CxL Yellow with Ground and CxL Blue leads
guarded.
2. UST B: Ungrounded Specimen Test, Measures CxH (High
voltage lead to CxL Blue with Ground and CxL Yellow leads
guarded.
3. UST YB: Ungrounded Specimen Test, Measures CxH (High
voltage lead to CxL Yellow plus High voltage lead to CxL Blue
with Ground lead guarded.
4. GST YBG: Grounded Specimen Test, Measures CxH (High
voltage lead) to CxL Yellow plus the high voltage lead toCxL
Blue plus the high voltage lead to Ground. This measurement is
used to check the total of the other three readings.
5. GST G: Grounded Specimen Test, Measures CxH (High voltage
lead to Ground with CxL Yellow and CxL Blue are guarded.
6. GST YG: Grounded Specimen Test, Measures CxH (High
voltage lead to CxL Yellow plus high voltage lead to Ground
with CxL Blue lead guarded.
7. GST BG: Grounded Specimen Test, Measures CxH (High
voltage lead to CxL Blue plus high voltage lead to Ground with
CxL Yellow lead guarded.
Each test selected is denoted by a filled-in square while remaining
tests have empty squares. Once all required tests are selected and
the Enter key is depressed, the following menu will appear
1. MEASURE C&DF
Voltage :
Current :
mA
Enter to Continue
Figure 3-13
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In this menu, voltage applied is shown and also the total current drawn
from the power source. The voltage could be varied using the voltage
control variac in the Power source. After setting the desired voltage,
depressing the Enter button executes the desired measurement and the
display appears as shown below.
1. MEASURE C&DF
UST Y
Voltage
Current
Capacitance
Power Factor
Power
Frequency
Interference
F1 Repeat
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
V
mA
pF
mW
Hz
%
Final Result
F2 Check
Enter
Figure 3-14
If the High voltage is not ON because of any one of the safety lamps is
ON, then the following display will appear.
1. MEASURE C&DF
Voltage :
Current :
mA
Enter to Continue
Voltage is < 5V
Figure 3-15
The operator cannot proceed further, until the High voltage is switched ON.
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3.4.2 Measure Excitation

This mode measures excitation current of the windings.
3.4.3 Range Extension
This mode of measurement is useful only when the operator wants to
measure higher capacitance beyond the capability of the Bridge. To make
the measurement, the operator need to connect Range extension
Transformer (CTS-RE) of ELTEL between the return path the specimen
and Cx Yellow of the bridge.
3.4.4 Selections
Please refer 3.3.3
3.4.5 Cable Connections
After making connections go to the Main Menu. Press key7 to get the
cable connections screen. Press key 1 to specify where the HV CABLE
is connected to the specimen.
Similarly press the corresponding key to specify where YELLOW and
BLUE cables are connected. These selections will be printed along with
the test results of the Specimen. This option is only for printout purpose.
5. CABLE CONNECTIONS
1. HV CABLE
HV
IV
LV
2. YELLOW
: R Y B HV IV LV NONE
3. HV CABLE
: R Y B HV IV LV NONE
Figure 3-16
3.5
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
The components and techniques used by ELTEL, India are mostly standard and
readily understood by competent technicians. However, some calibration and
repair procedures are very difficult to perform in the field without the test jigs and
accurate standards available to factory personnel. Therefore customer repair
and calibration are not recommended in field / site.
Please contact your ELTEL representative for service and calibration
requirement.
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Chapter 4.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES TO BE STRICTLY FOLLOWED FOR
CONNECTING HV CABLES WITH HOOKS & BATTERY CLIPS
From our past experience with several customers testing specimens in charged
400kV / 545kV s/s , we have observed that a proper HV cable connection is very
essential in order to carry out satisfactory Capacitance & Tan Delta
measurements . Along with the ACTS-12K Cable set, we are providing both
battery Clips and hooks at the end of the HV / LV Cable which are to be used for
connecting to various specimens.
While carrying out measurements & applying High Voltage, an improper cable
connection can result in sparks being generated at the HV end of the Cable which is in most cases very close to the specimen (say like a HV bushing) where
a larger cross-section of area has High Voltage flowing through it. This has
resulted in malfunction of certain critical components / sub-assemblies etc.
For e.g, usage of the HV cable with the battery clip to connect to a 400kV HV
Bushing - which is typically at a height of approx 10mts from the floor level. Here
the chances of cable falling nearer to the bushing is more during which time the
Guard and Gnd rings of the cable are closer to the HV point of the bushing (due
to large HV area of the bushing). This results in sparking at the specimen end of
HV cable when the voltage is increased say beyond 4kV. Due to this sparking,
the Guard and Ground potential levels of the Test Set are changed. This results
in damages to sensitive ICs & sub-assemblies in the Bridge unit. The chances of
sparking at the specimen end of the HV cable are more while using the battery
clip as against while using the hooks.
To avoid such situations, we recommend using the hooks wherever possible.
Also when the HV cable is connected to a specimen at a height using the hook,
the entire weight of the HV cable is borne by the hook and not on the connector.
This also ensures longer cable life.
By using hooks, there is enough gap between the HV area of the bushing and
the Guard & Ground rings of the HV cable. So the chances of sparks being
generated are greatly reduced & this minimizes possible damages to the Test
Set
The Hook can be connected (hanged) to the Busbars in such a way to create
more space between HV area of Bushing & the cable, which in turn provides a
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wider gap between HV to Ground & Guard points, which in turn minimizes
damages to the Test set.
Only in situations where it absolutely not possible to connect the Hooks at the
specimen end, we would recommend using the battery clip. Here also ensure
that enough precaution is taken while connecting to specimen. An adequate gap
should be there between HV point and Guard & Ground of the HV cable.
BATTERY CLIPS can ONLY be used for connecting to specimens when there is
enough scope for providing adequate gap between the HV point, Gnd and Guard
points in the cable at the specimen end.
Typically shop floor testing of Motor /Generator Coils (usually kept at gnd level),
Small Transformer windings (where cable need not be connected a great
heights) etc.
HOOKS have to be used for ALL specimens where the HV LV points are at a
height.
Typical specimens are
All types 400kV Bushings

All types of 400kV CTs , PTs , CVTs
All Large Power & Distribution Transformer Windings
All Shunt Rector Windings
All type of EHV Circuit Breakers Both two arm and four arm. etc
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ACTS-12K HIGH VOLTAGE LEAD
HIGH VOLTAGE POINT

GUARD
GUARD
HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE DETAILS

The following Fig 4-1 shows the RECOMMENDED / CORRECT
making the cable connections with hooks to a HV Bushing:
ways for
Connection A : The Hook can be hanged or connected to the Neutral Bushing.

Because the conduction area (HV) is less, the chances of the Guard and Ground
rings coming nearer to the HV point are less. It is preferred to connect to neutral
bushing, if it is present in that side of the winding.
Connection B : The Hook can be hanged as shown in fig and the HV cable can
be pulled and tied to some hard contact nearby so that the Cable should not fall
close to the bushing. Make sure there is enough space between the HV point of
the bushing and Guard and Ground rings of the HV cable.
The fig also shows two WRONG / FAULTY connections:
Connection C : Here the HV clip is connected to the HV point of the Bushing. At
that time HV point and Ground and guard rings of HV cable are very close and
this invariably causes sparks while applying high voltage. Such a connection
should definitely be avoided.
Connection D : Even after using hook, if the cable is falling close to the HV point
of the bushing , this will again lead to sparking while applying high voltage. This
type of a connection procedure should be definitely avoided.
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CONNECTION B
GOOD
CONNECTION C
BAD
CONNECTION D
BAD
MORE DISTANCE
CONNECTION A
GOOD
Fig 4-1 Different ways of HV cable connection

Cable Connection procedure for Capacitance & Tan Delta Testing of EHV
Class Transformer Bushings:
1. Make certain that the apparatus under test and the ACTS-12K are deenergized.
2. Remove risers and/or all busbars and cables from all bushings.
3. Leave working grounds attached to the risers and/or busbars and cables.
4. The porcelain surface of bushings should be clean and dry. Remove any
dirt or oil with clean dry rags.
5. Short the High Voltage bushings with a bare braided jumper wire. The
neutral or star point of a three phase transformer winding should also be
connected to the other bushings of that winding by means of a shorting
jumper. This is done to eliminate the inductance effect of the winding and
create symmetrical balance of voltage gradient on the H and L sides of the
transformer. The jumper should be tight and should not be allowed to
sag.
6. Short the Low voltage bushings with a bare braided jumper wire. The
neutral or star point of a three phase transformer winding should also be
jumper.
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7. Ensure that all neutrals are ungrounded.

8. Connect High Voltage lead of ACTS-12K with hooks to the one of HV
bushing. Preferably connect to neutral bushing, if this winding is having
neutral or star point. If not available, connect to one of the phases of the
HV bushing. Please make sure that the HV cable (Guard and Ground)
rings and sleeve of the HV cable are not close to the HV point of the
specimen. Please see the diagram for the correct way of connection.
Please refer figure 4-2 for correct method of connection.
9. Connect ACTS-12K CxL blue lead to Tan Delta Tap of the Bushing.
Before connecting the lead, make sure tap of the bushing is isolated from
ground. Open only Cap Tap of bushings which are under test and all the
other bushings Tan Delta taps should be in the normal manner (Cap Taps
should not be opened)
10. Connect ACTS-12K Ground cable to the tank of the Transformer.
11. Select UST-B and conduct the measurement. Initially make a Low Voltage
measurement
(Say at 2KV for 10 KV final measurement) to ensure that the proper
connections made. If you get the correct readings (approx) at 2KV, then
proceed to High Voltage measurement say 10 KV.
HV LEAD
LV LEAD (CxL BLUE)
Fig 4-2 Cable Connection diagram for Testing of EHV class Transformer
Bushings
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Cable connection procedure for Capacitance & Tan Delta Testing of

Windings of large Power & Distribution Transformers:
1. Make certain that the apparatus under test and the ACTS-12K are deenergized
2. Remove risers and/or all busbars and cables from all bushings
4. The porcelain surface of bushings should be clean and dry. Remove any
dirt or oil with clean dry rags
5. Short the High Voltage bushings with a bare braided jumper. The neutral
or star point of a three phase transformer winding should also be
jumper. This is done to eliminate the inductance effect of the winding and
create symmetrical balance of voltage gradient on the H and L sides of the
transformer. The jumper should be tight & not be allowed to sag.
6. Short the Low voltage bushings with a bare braided jumper. The neutral or
star point of a three phase transformer winding should also be connected
to the other bushings of that winding by means of a shorting jumper.
7. Ensure that all neutrals are ungrounded.
8. Connect High Voltage lead of ACTS-12K with hook to the one of HV
bushings. Preferably connect to neutral bushing, if the winding is having
neutral or star point. In case of absence of neutral or star point, connect to
one of the phases of the main bushing. Please make sure that the HV
cable ( Guard and Ground ) rings and sleeve of the HV cable is not close
to the HV point of the specimen. Please refer to the earlier note on the
correct connection procedure using hooks. Please refer figure 4-3 for
correct method of connection.
9. Connect ACTS-12K CxL lead with hook to the one of LV bushing.
Preferably connect to neutral bushing if the winding is having neutral or
star point. In case of absence of neutral or star point, connect to one of the
phases of the LV bushing connect. Here again please make sure that the
sleeve of the LV cable is not close to the HV point of the specimen. Please
refer the figure for correct method of connection.
10. Connect ACTS-12K ground cable to the tank of the Transformer.
11. Select UST-B and conduct the measurement to measure the Capacitance
& Tan Delta between the HV winding to LV winding. Initially make a low
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voltage measurement (say at 2KV for a 10kV measurement) to ensure

that the proper connections made. If you get the correct readings (approx)
at 2KV, then proceed to high voltage measurement say 10 KV.
12. Select GST-G and conduct the measurement, to measure the insulation
between the HV winding to Ground. Initially make a low voltage

measurement (say at 2KV for 10 KV final measurement) to ensure that the
proper connections made. If you get the correct readings (approx at 2KV),
then proceed to take a High Voltage measurement at 10 KV.
LV LEAD (CxL BLUE)
HV LEAD
Fig 4-3 Cable Connection diagram for Testing of EHV class Transformer
Windings
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CTs:
2. Open the Breakers or Isolator at both the ends of the CT to isolate from
energized lines. This automatically reduces the amount of Interference.
The busbars from CT to Breakers or Isolators should be as short as
possible If it is of longer length, then busbars should be removed from CT.
4. The porcelain surface of CT should be clean and dry. Remove any dirt
or oil with clean dry rags
5. Isolate the Tan Delta Tap (C point) of the CT from Ground.
6. Connect High Voltage lead of ACTS-12K with hook to one of the side
busbars attached to CT. Please make sure that the HV cable (Guard and
Ground) rings and sleeve of the HV cable are not close to the HV point
of the specimen. Refer figure 4-4 for correct method of connection.
7. Connect ACTS-12K CxL Blue lead to Tan Delta Tap (C point) of the CT.
Before connecting the lead, make sure tap of the CT is isolated from
ground.
8. Connect ACTS-12K ground cable to the tank of the CT (Ground).
9. Select UST-B and conduct the measurement. Initially make a low voltage
proper connections made. If you get the correct readings (approx) at 2KV,
then proceed to high voltage measurement say 10 KV.
10. If Tan Delta Tap (C point) is not available, then no need to connect any LV
cable. Connect only the HV cable and Ground cable as mentioned above.
11. Select GST-G and conduct the measurement. Initially make a low voltage
proper connections are made. If you get the correct readings (approx) at
2KV, then proceed to high voltage measurement say 10 KV.
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HV LEAD
LV LEAD (CxL BLUE)
Fig 4-4
Cable Connection diagram for Testing of Capacitance & Tan

Delta Testing of CTs
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of Grading Capacitors in Circuit Breakers:
2. Open the Isolator at both the ends of the Circuit Breaker to isolate from
energized lines. This automatically reduces the amount of interference.
The length of the busbars from Breakers to Isolators should not be as
short as possible. If it is longer, then the busbars should be removed from
Circuit Breaker.
4. The porcelain surface of Circuit Breaker should be clean and dry.
Remove any dirt or oil with clean dry rags
5. Connect High Voltage lead of ACTS-12K with hook to one of the side
busbars attached to Circuit Breaker. Please make sure that the HV cable
(Guard and Ground) rings and sleeve of the HV cable are not close to the
HV point of the specimen. Please refer figure 4-5 for correct method of
connection.
6. Connect ACTS-12K CxL Blue lead to middle point of the Circuit Breaker.
7. Connect ACTS-12K ground cable to the tank of the Circuit Breaker
(Ground).
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LV LEAD (CxL BLUE)
HV LEAD
Fig 4-5 Cable Connection diagram for Capacitance & Tan Delta Testing of
Grading Capacitors in Circuit Breakers
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CVTs:
1. Make certain that the apparatus under test and the ACTS-12K Test Set
are de-energized
2. Open the Breakers or Isolator at both the ends of the CVT to isolate from
energized lines. This automatically reduces the amount of interference.
The busbars from CT to Breakers or Isolators should be as short as
possible. If it is longer, then busbars should be removed from CVT.
4. The porcelain surface of CVT should be clean and dry. Remove any dirt
or oil with clean dry rags
5. Isolate the Tan Delta Tap (HF point) of the CVT from ground.
6. Connect High Voltage lead of ACTS-12K with hook to the one of the side
busbars attached to CVT. Please make sure that the HV cable (Guard and
Ground) rings and sleeve of the HV cable are not close to the HV point of
the specimen. Please refer figure 4-6 for correct method of connection.
7. Connect ACTS-12K CxL blue lead to Tan Delta Tap (HF point) of the CVT.
Before connecting the lead, make sure tap of the CVT is isolated from
ground.
8. Connect ACTS-12K ground cable to the tank of the CVT (Ground).
measurement (say at 2KV for 10 KV final measurement) to ensure that
proper connections are made. If you get the correct readings (approx) at
2KV, then proceed to high voltage measurement say 10 KV.
10. If the Capacitance and Tan Delta results are not correct, then select GSTBG and conduct the measurement. Initially make a low voltage
11. If you want to test & & DF of individual stacks then connect High Voltage
lead to the Top portion of that stack and CxL blue lead to the bottom
portion of the same stack. Select UST-B and conduct the measurement.
12. For the bottom most stack, if the Capacitance and Tan Delta results are
not correct, then select GST-BG and conduct the measurement. Initially
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make a low voltage measurement (say at 2KV for 10 KV final

measurement) to ensure that the proper connections made. If you get the
correct readings (approx) at 2KV, then proceed to high voltage
measurement say 10 KV.
HV LEAD
LV LEAD (CxL BLUE)
Fig 4-6 Cable Connection Diagram for Capacitance and Tan Delta of CVTs

Bushings of Shunt Reactor:
The method is same as explained in Cable connection procedure for
Capacitance and Tan delta Testing of EHV Class Transformer Bushings.
Measurement of Capacitance & Tan delta Testing of three Bushings mounted on
the reactor can be carried out.
Windings of Shunt Reactor:
The method is same as explained in Cable connection procedure for
Capacitance and Tan delta Testing of Windings of large Power & Distribution
Transformers. Measurement of Capacitance & Tan delta testing of Winding to
ground can be carried out.
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3.2.1 Front panel ..

Menus and Options Overview ..

3.3.1 Measure C&DF.. ..

Description of different measurement modes ....

Service and maintenance .....

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Rugged Compact Design; two vibration and shock resistant cases.

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1.4 System Specifications

: 240X128 dot back

- Lit LCD panel

: UST, GST with

H-L; H-T; H-(L+T)

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1.4.2 Power Source

230V 10%, 50 Hz, 1.2 KVA (2.4 KVA

0 to 12000 volts @ 100mA(200mA intermittent)

200 pF Standard Capacitor with guard circuit

Double shielded, air insulated construction

Built-in Safety features

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TWO RED LAMPS (SMALL)

19 " rack, 7 " high, 12" deep

0 to 90%, non condensing.

High Voltage cable (12KV) of 20m, length double screened and

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1.5.3 PRINTER PORT

Type and mode of measurement taken

AVAILABLE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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Unpacking and Inspection

Unpacking and Inspection

Preparation for use

Line supply voltage

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Table 2-1 RS-232 connector pin outs

2.5.2 Centronix Parallel port (Printer Port)

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Repacking And Shipment

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Power Source Front panel & Rear panel

3.1.1 Front panel

Front Panel of Power Source

AUTOMATIC CAPACITANCE & TAN DELTA TEST SET

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OPEN GROUND LAMP:

OVER TEMP. LAMP:

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OPEN INTERLOCK LAMP:

OVER VOLTAGE LAMP: