TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REQUIRED FOR HIGH VOLTAGE TESTING! ........................................................................................6
Front Panel Controls ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Rear Panel Controls .........................................................................................................................................................................8
Setup Instructions .........................................................................................................................................................................11
Power-Up Sequence ......................................................................................................................................................................11
Getting To Know Your Tester .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
1. Working With Memories .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
2. Perform Test Screen .......................................................................................................................................................................................................12
3. Selecting Memory .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
4. Setting an AC Hipot Test .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
5. Setting a DC Hipot Test ................................................................................................................................................................................................19
6. Setting an IR Test .............................................................................................................................................................................................................23
System Parameter Descriptions ........................................................................................................................................................................................27
Setting System Parameters .................................................................................................................................................................................................28
Using The Display ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................30
1. Test Mode Displays ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
2. Failure Mode Displays ...................................................................................................................................................................................................30
3. Error Messages ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Reviewing Test Results For Multistep Sequences ......................................................................................................................................................32
Using The Remote I/O ................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Signals On Remote I/O ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................33
Using The Tester Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................... 34
Using The Test Leads ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................34
Using The Adapter Box..........................................................................................................................................................................................................35
Appendix A - Installation And Test Operator Information .......................................................................................................36
Installation ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................36
1. Unpacking And Inspection .........................................................................................................................................................................................36
2. Safe Lifting And Carrying Instructions ...................................................................................................................................................................36
3. Contents Of The Carton ...............................................................................................................................................................................................36
4. Preparation For Use .......................................................................................................................................................................................................37
5. Power Cable ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................37
Operating Environment ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 37
Storage And Shipment ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................38
Packaging ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................38
Test Operator And Safety Considerations .................................................................................................................................. 39
1. Qualications ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................39
2. Safety Procedures ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
3. Dress ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
4. Medical Restrictions.......................................................................................................................................................................................................39
5. Test Procedures ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................39
6. Test Station ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................40
Appendix B - 290 Series Tester Specications ...........................................................................................................................41
Appendix C - 290 Series Options ................................................................................................................................................ 44
Appendix D - Remote Bus Interface: USB .................................................................................................................................. 49
Appendix E - Replacement Parts List - 290 Series ..................................................................................................................... 56
Appendix F - Service And Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 57
Appendix G – Calibration Procedure ......................................................................................................................................... 58