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Front Panel Controls Model 298
RESET BUTTON - This is a momentary contact switch used to reset the tester. If an out-of-range reading is detected
during a test, the red failure lamp within the button will light. To reset the system for the next test, press and release this
button. This button may also be used to abort a test in progress.
TEST BUTTON - This is a momentary contact switch used to start a test. Press the green button to turn on the high
voltage output when in test mode. The indicator lamp within the button will light when there is continuity between Cont.
Check and Return ports.
LCD DISPLAY - The Liquid Crystal Display is the main readout for the operator and programmer of the test settings and
test results.
CONT CHECK - Provides the connection for checking ground continuity.
RETURN JACK - Provides the return connection for the leakage current.
POWER SWITCH - Rocker-style switch with international ON ( | ) and OFF (0) markings.
ROTARY KNOB - Use this knob to advance forward/backward through the setup menus and to setup system and test
parameters.
HIGH VOLTEAGE OUTPUT JACK - Use this jack for the connection of the detachacble high voltage test lead or the
adapter box high voltage connector.
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