BAPortaTest E

PortaTest
60A | 80A | 100A

Oil Tester

Operating Manual
Oil Tester | PortaTest

The safety measures required by law must be adhered to!
Schleich GmbH * D-58675 Hemer * ?0049 / (0)2372 / 9498-0 * ?0049 / (0)2372 / 9498-99 * http://www.schleich.com * info@schleich.com 2

File name BAPortaTest_E.doc
Revision 1.4 Firmware V1.11 up
Editor F. Marke / M. Lahrmann / G. Schellnack / K.Ritter
Date of print-out 06.12.2007 12:04



Index

1 Introduction.................................................................................................................... 9
1.1 Technical details.............................................................................................................. 9
1.2 Range of application ...................................................................................................... 10
1.3 Liability ....................................................................................................................... 11
1.4 Copyright ..................................................................................................................... 11
1.5 Warranty ..................................................................................................................... 11
2 Safety............................................................................................................................. 12
2.1 Safety symbol............................................................................................................... 12
2.2 Attention ..................................................................................................................... 12
2.3 Operational safety......................................................................................................... 12
2.4 Important information for users of high voltage testing equipment ......................................... 13
2.5 Safe usage of the device.................................................................................................. 14
3 General information...................................................................................................... 15
4 Adjustment of the supply voltage ................................................................................ 15
5 Initial commissioning ................................................................................................... 16
6 Cleaning the test vessel and filling in the oil sample .................................................. 17
7 Operating elements of the oil tester ............................................................................ 18
8 Operation and testing ................................................................................................... 20
8.1 Switching the tester on ................................................................................................... 20
8.2 Main menu .................................................................................................................... 21
8.2.1 Starting a new test ...................................................................................................... 21
8.2.2 Viewing stored test results (Viewer) ................................................................................ 21
8.2.3 Printing test results...................................................................................................... 21
8.2.4 Changing system parameters of the tester....................................................................... 21
8.3 Basic test process........................................................................................................... 22
8.3.1 Select test standard ..................................................................................................... 23
8.3.2 Enter ambient temperature (not with ExpertMode on ) ....................................................... 23
8.3.3 Select electrodes with the test vessel (not with ExpertMode on ) .......................................... 24
8.3.4 Adjust the distance between the electrodes (not with ExpertMode on ).................................. 25
8.3.5 Fill test vessel with oil and insert it into the oil tester ......................................................... 26
8.3.6 Enter the number (not with ExpertMode on ) .................................................................... 27
8.3.7 Test in process............................................................................................................ 28
8.4 Input of user programs .................................................................................................... 29
8.4.1 Selection of a user program........................................................................................... 29
8.4.2 User program Ramps.................................................................................................... 31
8.4.3 User program withstand voltage..................................................................................... 32
8.5 SetUp........................................................................................................................... 33
8.5.1 Input of values and changing values in the SetUp.............................................................. 33

8.5.2 Meaning of the values in the SetUp................................................................................. 34
9 Error messages of the tester........................................................................................ 36
9.1 General error messages................................................................................................... 36
10 RS232 interface........................................................................................................... 38
10.1 Connection cable between the oil tester and the PC ............................................................ 38
11 Bootloader / updating the tester with a new program............................................. 39
11.1 General information on the Bootloader ............................................................................. 39
11.2 Programming ............................................................................................................... 40
11.3 Connection cable between tester and PC........................................................................... 42
12 Standards .................................................................................................................... 43
13 Electrodes.................................................................................................................... 44


Konformittserklrung

Die Unterzeichner erklren im Namen der Firma

Schleich Antriebs- und Steuerungstechnik GmbH

An der Schleuse 11
D-58675 Hemer

dass der Tester

PortaTest

auf den sich diese Erklrung bezieht
die nachstehenden EG-Richtlinien
(einschlielich aller zutreffenden nderungen)
erfllt

73/23/EEC Niederspannungsrichtlinie
89/336/EEC Elektromagnetische Vertrglichkeit
98/37/EG Maschinenrichtlinie

und das die nachfolgenden Normen zur
Anwendung gelangt sind.

EN61010-1 Sicherheitsbestimmungen fr elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgerte
EN61326-1 EMV-Anforderungen / Elektrische Betriebsmittel fr Leittechnik und Laboreinsatz

Hemer, den 6.4.2005

Dipl.Ing. M. Lahrmann Karl-Dieter Schleich
Geschftsleitung Geschftsleitung


Declaration of Conformity

The undersigned declare on behalf of


An der Schleuse 11
D-58675 Hemer

That the testers

PortaTest

to which this declaration relates
(serial number specified on the product)
are in compliance with the below mentioned
EEC Directives (including all amendments)

73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic compatibility
98/37/EG | EN60204 Machinery Directive

and that following standards have been applied

EN61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use
EN61326-1 EMC requirements / Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use

Hemer, 6 April 2005

General Manager General Manager


Dclaration de Conformit

Les soussigns dclarent au nom de


An der Schleuse 11
D-58675 Hemer

que le produit

PortaTest

a quel se rfr cette dclaration
(numro de srie indiqu sur le produit)
est en conformit aux directives CE cites
ci-aprs (amendements inclus)

73/23/EEC Directive basse tension
89/336/EEC Compatibilit lectromagntique
98/37/EG directive des machines

et que les normes suivantes on t appliques

EN61010-1
EN61326-1

Hemer, den 6.4.2005

General Manager General Manager


Dichiarazione di Conformita

I sottoscritti dichiarano in nome e per conto della ditta


An der Schleuse 11
D-58675 Hemer

che l'apparecchio di prova

PortaTest

al quale questa dichiarazione si riferisce,
soddisfa le direttive CE elencate qui di seguito
(comprese tutte le modifiche che le riguardano)

73/23/EEC Direttiva per la Bassa Tensione
89 e ZV al /336/EEC Compatibilit Elettromagnetica
98/37/EG Direttiva macchine

e che si fatto uso delle seguenti norme:

EN61010-1 Disposizioni per la sicurezza di apparecchi elettrici di misura,
di comando, di regolazione e da laboratorio
EN61326-1 EMC / Esigenze e requisiti / Mezzi desercizio elettrici per il controllo
e la conduzione di processi e per luso di laboratorio

Hemer, den 6.4.2005

Direttore commerciale Direttore commerciale



1 Introduction

1.1 Technical details

Supply voltage : 230V AC / 50Hz-60Hz
Fuse protection, PortaTest 230V : F1 = 10Amp, slow
High voltage : depending on the type 60KV / 80KV / 100KV AC

Model PORTATEST
Article-No.
60A-2
4018300
80A-2
4018301
100A-2
4018302
Testing voltage: 60 kV RMS 80 kV RMS 100 kV RMS
Weight approx. 35 kg 39 kg 39 kg
Dimensions (WxHxD): 503 (+70 carrying handles) x 450 x 390 mm
Mains supply voltage: 110, 230, 240 V / 50 or 60 Hz - selectable via voltage selector
Power consumption Max. 900 VA
Voltage measurement: True RMS measurement, Resolution 0.1 kV, Accuracy +/ - 1 kV
Switch-off current/ time programmable 1...5 mA / <1ms
Breakdown monitoring Detecting insulating liquids with insulation resistance below 30 MOhms
Voltage withstand tests: Rate of rise, hold voltage and hold time selectable in 5 steps
Rate of rise 0,1... 10 kV/s programmable, in automatic mode selected by testing standard
Testing standards: IEC 156/95, VDE 370/96, BS 5874/80, UTE C 27-221/74, UNE 21309/89, NEN
10156, SEV 3141/69, CEI 10-l/73, ASTM D1816/90, ASTM D877/90, J I S 2101-82,
J I S Silicon 2101/82, selectable via menu, additionally 10 User testing sequences
freely programmable
Display: LCD Graphic display with backlight
Printer: Built in Matrix printer, 24 Characters/line
Stirrer: Magnetic stirrer, PTFE-bar
Sample No.: Successive Number or entered by operator before starting the test
Date and time: Storage via Li back-up battery
I nterface: Serial I nterface RS 232C on the front panel
Max. temperature: Operation 0 to 50C, storing -20 to +50 C



1.2 Range of application

The oil tester PortaTest serves for testing the electric insulation capability and voltage proof of insulating
oils.

The oil tester PortaTest is designed solely for testing electric insulating oils.
Any usage other than this is regarded as not appropriate.
For any damage resulting from inappropriate usage, the manufacturer/supplier cannot be hold liable; the
user bears all risks.
Before the tester is switched on for the first time or after it has been transported, it needs to adapt to the
ambient temperature first. Please unpack the device and put it on a table. You should wait at least 30
minutes before switching it on.

The device must not be operated without the test vessel!

The device must not be exposed to the condensation of water.

We are pointing out that it is necessary to calibrate and, if necessary, adjust the testing device
annually and after every modification (repair), which can influence the measuring technique. The
manufacturer usually tests the device for its accuracy and the calibration is certified with a protocol.

For test methods, measuring ranges and accuracies please refer to the enclosed calibration protocol.

1.3 Liability

The testing device has been designed according to the latest developments in technology, checked and is
therefore operationally reliable. In case the tester is maintained or repaired improperly by persons not
authorized by Schleich GmbH, the liability will in any case be passed on to the owner. The same applies if
the testing device is operated in any other way than described in this manual. (See chapter Operative
range and appropriate usage).

The user is obliged to operate the tester only in perfect condition.
Messrs. Schleich GmbH is liable for mistakes and omissions, with the exception of further claims, only
within the framework of the guarantee commitments in the order confirmation (respectively the
commitments in the offer).

In view of the permanent development and improvement of our products, we reserve the right for technical
modifications at any time. Such modifications, mistakes and misprints do not imply a claim for damages.

Furthermore, only original Schleich GmbH spare parts and accessories may be used. For any damage
arising from non-observance of the instructions in this operating manual Messrs Schleich GmbH do not
assume liability. Only the German original of this operating manual is binding. The above information does
not extend the liability- and guarantee agreements of the conditions of sale and delivery of Messrs.
Schleich GmbH.

1.4 Copyright

Messrs. Schleich GmbH holds the copyright for this operating manual. This operating manual has been
written for the operating and supervising personnel of the tester. It contains instructions and technical
illustrations that may neither completely nor partly be copied, distributed or used for competition purposes
or given to a third party.

1.5 Warranty

If the device is opened without permission during the warranty period, the manufacturer will not accept any
guarantee claims!


2 Safety

2.1 Safety symbol

You will find this symbol with all safety precautions and warnings in this operating manual where danger to
life and limb exists. Please follow these warnings and act particularly careful in these cases. All safety
precautions and warnings need to be passed on to other users. Apart from the information in this operating
manual, the generally valid safety and accident prevention regulations must be observed.

2.2 Attention

You will find this Attention symbol at those points in this operating manual, which must be observed very
carefully, so that the guidelines, regulations and indications and the correct operating process, are
observed. This is also necessary to prevent that the testing device and/or other parts of the equipment are
damaged or destroyed.

2.3 Operational safety

The oil tester PortaTest has been designed according to the latest developments in technology and is
operationally reliable. However, should unqualified personnel use this testing device, in an inappropriate
way or for improper use, this testing device can be dangerous.

Each person in the factory of the user that deals with the installation, the operation and the maintenance of
the oil tester PortaTest must have read and understood the complete operating manual and particularly the
information on safety. We recommend that the user has this confirmed in writing.

The oil tester PortaTest is designed solely for testing electric insulating oils. Any usage other than this
is regarded as not appropriate.
For any damage resulting from inappropriate usage, the manufacturer/supplier cannot be hold liable; the
user bears all risks.

It is also necessary to follow the installation-, operating- and maintenance/repair conditions specified by
the manufacturer/supplier.

The oil tester PortaTest may only be operated, maintained and repaired by authorized, trained and
instructed personnel, which must have participated in a special training covering all possible risks.

Upon any kind of work concerning commissioning, operation, repairs and maintenance, the switching-off
and switching-on procedures indicated in the operating manual must be considered.

Any working manner that impairs the safety of the testing device must be refrained from.

The user/operator is obliged to report any change at the testing device, that impairs the safety,
immediately to his superior (e.g. to the person in charge for measuring devices) or to Messrs. Schleich
GmbH.


Unauthorized modifications and changes, which impair the safety of the testing device, are not
allowed. All work on the testing device must be done when it is voltage-free and switched-off. For this
purpose, the mains plug always needs to be removed.

Before commissioning and after maintenance/repairs it must be checked, whether all protection
devices are installed properly and functional. Protection devices must never be removed.

For the operation of the oil tester PortaTest, please take particular note of the regional safety regulations
and regulations for the prevention of accidents.

2.4 Important information for users of high voltage testing equipment

Caution! High voltage!

Touching high voltage can result in loss of life! Equipment and accessories must be in
perfect condition and need to be checked regularly. The equipment may only be used in dry state
and in dry rooms. Only suitable qualified personnel or trained personnel under supervision of
specialists must work with this equipment.



2.5 Safe usage of the device

Every day before starting work, the oil tester and the accessories must be vis ually examined to ensure their
perfect condition. Every user must be familiar with the safety notices in this manual and should be aware of
all risks. He is obliged to protect himself and others against possible accidents. Because of the necessary
personal responsibility, all users must be selected carefully and need to be trained in detail at least once a
year.
The training must be put on record. Maintenance and alterations are reserved to the manufacturer.
Unauthorized alterations endanger the safety.

No testing with open test cover or with disconnected limit switch!! This is highly
dangerous for the life of the operator and others!

Under no circumstances a test lead must lead from the high-voltage electrodes out of
the test cover!! This is highly dangerous for the life of the operator and others!

Under no circumstances the device must be operated without the inserted test vessel!

Under no circumstances the device must be operated without the caps on the high-
voltage connections!


3 General information

This operating manual has been worked out with the utmost care. However, Messrs. Schleich
GmbH cannot be hold liable for possible mistakes in this operating manual and their consequences. We
reserve the right for technical changes. Messrs. Schleich GmbH shall not be liable for any mistakes in this
manual.

This operating manual has been written with the intention to be read and understood in all detail by those
responsible for the oil tester PortaTest.
The complete documentation should always be kept within easy reach of the testing device. Details of great
importance for operating the tester are pointed out to in this operating manual.
Only the knowledge of this operating manual will ensure that mistakes with this testing device can be
avoided and guarantee trouble-free operation. It is therefore of great importance that this operating
manual is known to the relevant persons.

We recommend reading this operating manual carefully, because we will not accept liability for any damage
or operating trouble resulting from disregarding this operating manual. Should you nevertheless have
difficulty with the operation, please do not hesitate to contact our service department.

4 Adjustment of the supply voltage

The oil tester has been designed for two different supply voltages. The supply voltages are, however, not
selected automatically. They need to be selected manually via a jumper.

Before the tester is switched on for the first time, you have to make sure that the correct voltage is
selected. Otherwise, the device could be destroyed. In this case, the manufacturer will assume no liability.

The jumper for selecting the voltage is in the mains socket, where the mains lead is connected.

Please make sure that the correct fuse, matching the selected supply voltage, is used.

Selected supply voltage 110V 230V240V
Fuse F1 10A (slow) 10A (slow)
Fuse F2 8A (slow) 4A (slow)



5 Initial commissioning

After unpacking the oil tester, please check whether the delivery is complete.

Delivery extent:
1 pc. oil tester
1 pc. oil test vessel
2 pcs. PTFE agitator stick
1 pc. remover for agitator stick
1 pc. gauge 2.5mm
1 pc. gauge 2mm
1 pc. mains connection cable
2 pc. fuses 4AmpT
2 pc. fuses 8AmpT
1 pc. fuse 10AmpT

If you discover shipping damage or incomplete delivery, please inform us or our agent immediately.

Before the tester is switched on for the first time, you have to make sure that the correct voltage is
selected. Otherwise, the device could be destroyed. In this case, the manufacturer will assume no liability.

Depending on the country, it might become necessary to exchange the mains plug at the mains cable.
Below, please find the definition of the different colors of the leads:
1. PE protective earth -> yellow/green
2. L (phase) -> black or brown
3. N (neutral lead) -> blue

If you do not connect the PE, you cannot operate the oil tester!! A PE monitoring is integrated in the
PortaTest. I.e., the device can only be operated with a PE that is connected an functional.

L / N
N / L
PE
Protective Earth (PE)
Phase
Neutral



6 Cleaning the test vessel and filling in the oil sample

Do not touch the inside of the test vessel or the electrodes with bare hands.

Before performing breakdown tests, the test vessel must be cleaned.

The test vessel is made of glass. It is resistant against:
mineral oil
silocon oil
alcohol (exept methanol)
Askarel (PCB)

For cleaning the vessel, we recommend to use alcohol.
For cleaning the vessel, only non-fuzzing tissue paper should be used.

The empty and clean test vessel should be stored in a drying cabinet at approx. 60C.

The oil to be tested must be poured slowly into the clean and dry vessel.

Please avoid to produce air bubbles. The level of the oil must be approximately 10 mm above the
top edge of the electrodes.

Take care that there is no insulating oil or other contamination on the metallic contacts of the
vessel. These are to be cleaned thoroughly with alcohol at the testing set and at the vessel occasionally or
when visible contamination. Hold the contacts dry an clean.

Contacts at the vessel

Contacts at the testing set



7 Operating elements of the oil tester

The tester is operated via the membrane switches on the front panel.

Key switch
The key switch is the main switch of the device. Via this switch, the
tester is switched on and off.

Function switches Printer
LC graphics display Result LEDs
RS232 interface


F1, F2, F3 and F4
Function switches for operating the tester. The respective function is indicated in the bottom line of the
display.

Printer
The printer serves for printing the test results. For printing, the function switch
Print
is to be activated
after the test.

Interface connection for the PC
This interface serves for installing new firmware on the tester (see chapter Bootloader) or for transmitting
the test results to a PC. In this case, the PrintCom software, which can be ordered optionally, can read in
and store the test results on the PC.



8 Operation and testing

8.1 Switching the tester on

After switching the tester on with the key switch, you will see the below display for a short time.

software version
hardware version
project number
stepper motor software version

present supply voltage/frequency

As long as you see this display, the LEDs of the signal lamp go through a self-test.
In addition, some device information is indicated.

Software version: current software version of the oil tester
Hardware version: current hardware version of the control
Project number: device number of the oil tester
stepper motor software version: current software version of the stepper controller
Voltage: The tester measures the supply voltage/frequency to which it is connected. This is a help for the
correct adjustment of the jumper of the supply-voltage selector (also refer to: 4 Adjustment of the supply
voltage)

Now, you will see the following display:

PORTATEST
11.1.2005 - 14:33
>Ready to start
Test View Print Setup

Selftest Stepper
V1.03 B1 P2500 V1.1
PORTATEST
100
Selftest Clock
Schleich GmbH
Selftest: Stepper
Voltage: 232.3V/50Hz
PORTATEST
100
Selftest: Clock
Schleich GmbH

8.2 Main menu

This main menu always appears after switching on the tester or at after a test has been performed.

PORTATEST
11.1.2005 - 14:33
>Ready to start

In the main menu, you can select from the following options:
1. starting a new test
Test

2. viewing the test results stored in the tester
View

3. printing the test results of the latest test
Print

4. changing system parameters of the tester
Setup

8.2.1 Starting a new test

Test
Please refer to chapter 8.3 Basic test process

8.2.2 Viewing stored test results (Viewer)

View
If you activate this function button, you can view the test results stored in the tester. In addition,
you can print the indicated results again. If no results were stored, there will be a message.

8.2.3 Printing test results

Print
If you activate this function button, the test results of the latest test are printed. If no test has been
performed after switching on, there will be a message.

8.2.4 Changing system parameters of the tester

Setup
If you activate this function button, you can change the system parameters of the tester; for
example time or date. Please refer to chapter "Setup".



8.3 Basic test process

Below please find the principle execution of an oil test:

1. start test
2. select testing standards / select or define user-standards
3. measure and enter ambient temperature ( not with ExpertMode on )
4. select test vessel with the respective electrodes ( not with ExpertMode on )
5. adjust the distance of the electrodes ( not with ExpertMode on )
6. fill oil into the clean test vessel
7. insert test vessel into the oil tester
8. close test cover
9. enter number of the test ( not with ExpertMode on )
10. start test
11. if necessary, print out or store the test results after the test

The test sequence usually consists of individual disruptive breakdown test steps that are performed one
after the other. The connection of the high voltage is preceded by a settling time. Now, the voltage is
continuously increased until a disruptive breakdown occurs.
As soon as a disruptive breakdown occurs, the voltage is switched off very fast.
For stirring the oil, the agitator can still be on.

The complete process is defined in the standards. Test times, agitator activity, etc. are automatic as defined
in the standards. The process can not be influenced. If different processes are required, it will be necessary
to generate user-specific programs.

test process

agitator

PORTATEST
11.1.2005 - 14:33
>Ready to start

Stand: IEC 156/95
>Ready to start
Start Stand User ESC
U=----KV

For starting the test, please activate the button
Test
. You will see the above display.

U


8.3.1 Select test standard

The currently selected standards are indicated.
For selecting a different test standard, please activate the function button F2 and the selection of
standards will be indicated.

Indication of standard Selection of standards
Norm : IEC 156/95
>Ready to start
U=----KV

NEN 10156
Sel
UNE 21309/89
UTE C27-221/74
>BS 148/72
SEV 3141/69
CEI 10-1/73
ESC

Now, please select the desired standard via the function buttons and .
After selecting, pease activate the function button
Sel
.
If you decide not to select a new standard, please activate the button
ESC
.
If you wish to cancel the complete test process, please activate the button
ESC
.

8.3.2 Enter ambient temperature (not with ExpertMode on )

After selecting the test standard, the test process is continued by activating the function button
Start
.
Now, the ambient temperature is requested.

Norm : IEC 156/95
>Ready to start
Start Norm User ESC
U=----KV

Temperature: 20C
OK Temp+ Temp- ESC
Ambient
temperat.
Range: 20C +-5%
>Ready to start

The entered temperature will later be printed in the protocol.
The temperature is entered via the function buttons
Temp+
and
Temp-
.
After the input, please activate the function button
OK
.
ESC
.



8.3.3 Select electrodes with the test vessel (not with ExpertMode on )

After the ambient temperature has been entered, the display indicates, which test electrodes are to be used
in the test vessel.

Temperature: 20C
OK Temp+ Temp- ESC
Ambient
temperat.
Range: 20C +-5%

Typ2: Mushr-25.0mm
OK ESC
Electrodes
Typ1: Spher-12.5mm

For freely defined user standards
Temperature: 20C
OK Temp+ Temp- ESC
Ambient
temperat.

Disc
OK ESC
Elektroden
>Spher
Mushr

Depending on the selected test standard, it is possible that two different test electrodes can be used. The
test electrodes currently used can be selected via the arrow buttons and appear in the test results.
The selection of the test electrode needs to be confirmed with the function button
OK
.



8.3.4 Adjust the distance between the electrodes (not with ExpertMode on )

After the test vessel has been selected, the display indicates, which electrode distance is to be set.

Typ2: Mushr-25.0mm
OK ESC
Electrodes
Typ1: Spher-12.5mm

OK ESC
Electrodes
2.5mm
Distance:

For adjusting the distance of the electrodes, the bolt needs to be adjusted as indicated on the picture below.
The respective gauge needs to be held between the electrodes.

The electrodes must be adjusted at both sides. This is very important!
It allows you to center the position of the electrodes in the vessel.

adjusting screw

The adjustment of the electrode distance needs to be confirmed with the
function button
OK
.

ESC
.



8.3.5 Fill test vessel with oil and insert it into the oil tester

After the distance of the electrodes has been adjusted the vessel is cleaned and filled with oil.

For cleaning the vessel, we recommend to use alcohol.
For cleaning the vessel, only non-fuzzing tissue paper should be used.

The oil to be tested must be poured slowly into the clean and dry vessel.

Please avoid to produce air bubbles. The level of the oil must be approximately 10 mm above the top edge
of the electrodes. After it has been filled, the oil vessel is covered with the glass lid.

10mm

After inserting the test vessel, it is essential that the two caps are attached to both high-voltage electrodes.

Now, the agitator stick must be put into the oil vessel.



8.3.6 Enter the number (not with ExpertMode on )

After inserting the test vessel into the oil tester, the test cover must be closed.
The display indicates the number of the sample.

OK ESC
Electrodes
2.5mm
Distance:

Start ESC
Samp1
Test counter: 4
Number : 1
Num.+ Num.-

The number will later be added to the protocol.
The number is entered via the function buttons
Num.+
and
Num.-
.
Ater the input, the function button
Start
is to be activated. Now, the test starts automatically.

If the test cover is opened during the test, the oil tester will interrupt the complete test.
After this, the complete test process must be restarted.

If you wish to interrupt the complete test process, please activate the button
ESC
.



8.3.7 Test in process

As soon as the test has been started, you will have the following display:

Start ESC
Samp1
Test counter: 4
Number : 1
Num.+ Num.-

Norm : IEC 156/95
100s - Test1/6
>Initial wait
Stop
U=----KV

The status line indicates the test step that is being performed.

currently applied test voltage
graphical indication of the test voltage

test time actual Test-step/Test-steps over all

graphical indication of the test time
standard used for the test

status line

If the test cover is opened during the test, the oil tester will interrupt the complete test.
After this, the complete test process must be restarted.

Norm : IEC 156/95
100s - Test1/6
>Initial wait
Stop
U=----KV


8.4 Input of user programs

As a basic principle, a test process consists of various test sequences that are performed one after the
other.

test process

agitator

The picture below shows the most basic form of a test sequence:

This test sequence consists of a delay time and an increase of the test voltage in the
form of a ramp.

If there is a disruptive breakdown during the voltage increase, this test sequence will be
interrupted and the voltage value at the time of the disruptive breakdown is stored.

Depending on the programming of the test sequence, a test process can consist of individual test
sequences.

8.4.1 Selection of a user program

If, instead of selecting a standard, the function button
User
is activated after starting the test, you will
have the following display:

Stand : IEC 156/95
>Ready to start
U=----KV

User 05 - Ramps
User 06 - Withsta
Sel ESC
User 04 - Withsta
User 02 - Withsta
User 03 - Ramps
>User 01 - Withsta

Should you decide not to select a user program, please activate the button
ESC
and the selection of user
programs will be cancelled.
U
t 1
U1
Ramp 1


If one of the user programs is selected, you will see the following display:

User 05 - Ramps
User 06 - Withsta
Sel ESC
User 04 - Withsta
User 02 - Withsta
User 03 - Ramps
>User 01 - Withsta

Agitator..: Always
Time1.....: 10 min
END EDIT
Distance..: 2.8 mm
Samples...: 1
HV-Steps..: 3
>Type......: Withsta
Edit: User 01

The selection is confirmed by activating the button
ENDE
.

For changing the setup parameters of the user program, first please select the desired setup parameter with
the arrow buttons . Please confirm with the button
EDIT
.
Agitator..: Always
Time1.....: 10 min
END EDIT
Distance..: 2.8 mm
Samples...: 1
HV-Steps..: 3
>Type......: Withsta
Edit: User 01

The selected setup parameter can now be changed with the
+

-
buttons.

Agitator..:>Always
Time1.....: 10 min
ENTER
Distance..: 2.8 mm
Samples...: 1
HV-Steps..: 3
Typ.......: Withsta
- +
Edit: User 01

At the end, please activate the button
ENTER
.


8.4.2 User program Ramps

The most basic user program is the manual operation.
In manual operation, the test voltage in one single test sequence is continuously increased until a disruptive
breakdown occurs.

t 1 t2 t2 t2 t2
U1 U1 U1 U1 U1
Ramp1 Ramp1 Ramp1 Ramp1 Ramp1

For this the following settings are necessary in the user program:
Type Ramps
Samples 1 (1 or 2)
HV steps 3 (1..6)
Distance 2.8mm (0.5..10,0mm)
Stirrer (Off, Always, AfterBreakd)

Time1 10min
U1 75KV
Ramp1 2.5KV/s

Time2 2mins
U2 0kV
Ramp2 0kV/s

Time3 200s
U3 100KV
Ramp3 2.5KV/s

Time4 200s
U4 100KV
Ramp4 2.5KV/s

Time5 200s
U5 100KV
Ramp5 2.5KV/s

Time6 0min
U6 0KV
Ramp6 0KV/s

If Samples is set to 2, the above test program is performed twice one after the other (first run for sample
1 and second run for sample 2).
The individual breakdown tests are performed with a voltage increase ramp of 2.5KV/s each.
The delay time before the first test (Time1) is 10 minutes.
The time between the individual breakdown tests is 2 minutes each.

This is, of course, only an example. You can enter different values for the parameters.

8.4.3 User program withstand voltage

During a withstand voltage test, the test voltage is increased up to an adjustable voltage level. Now, the
voltage remains switched on for an adjustable time. After this, the test is completed. If there is a disruptive
breakdown during the test, the test is interrupted immediately.

70KV
10min
5min
5KV/s
3min
Preservat. time

The following setup values are necessary in the user program:
Type Withsta
Samples 1 (1 oder 2)
HV steps 3 (1..6)
Distance 2.8mm (0.5..10.0mm)
Stirrer (Off, Always, AfterBreakd)

Time1 10min
U1 70KV
Ramp1 5KV/s

Time2 5min
U2 0KV
Ramp2 0KV/s

Time3 3min
U3 0KV
Ramp3 0KV/s

Time4 0s
U4 0KV
Ramp4 0KV/s

Time5 0s
U5 0KV
Ramp5 0KV/s

Time6 0s
U6 0KV
Ramp6 0KV/s



8.5 SetUp

In the Setup, the basic functions of the tester are adjusted.

8.5.1 Input of values and changing values in the SetUp

After calling a SetUp, you will see, for example, the following display:

Via the buttons F3 and F4, you can now change the selection.

Selection

Function buttons

If you activate the button F2 (EDIT), the marker appears to the
value to be changed.

Via the buttons F3 (-) or F4 (+), you can now increase, decrease
or change the value.
For accepting the changes, please activate the button F2 (ENTER).

withPasswt= No
ENDE
PrintCom..= No
Print.....= No
>Language..= English
Password..= 123
Clear Memo= No
EDIT
withPassw.= No
ENDE
PrintCom..= No
>Print.....= No
Language..= English
Password..= 123
Clear Memo= No
EDIT
withPassw.= No
PrintCom..= No
Print.....=>No
Language..= English
Passwort..= 123
Clear Memo= No
- + ENTER


8.5.2 Meaning of the values in the SetUp

When activating the function button F4, you will see the following display:

withPasswt= No
ENDE
PrintCom..= No
Print.....= No
>Language..= English
Password..= 123
Clear Memo= No
EDIT

Language
Here you can choose between the individual languages.

Print
Normally, the print-out is done at the end of a test when the function button Print is activated.
If, at the end of a test, automatic printing is desired, the input must be Yes.

PrintCom
The oil tester has an internal storage, which allows to store several test results. The results remain stored
even after the device has been switched off. Depending on the amount of measuring values, up to approx.
10 test processes can be stored
With the PrintCom software, the stored test results can be transmitted to a PC.
Attention! During the transmission to the PC, the test results in the device are deleted automatically.
When working with PrintCom, the input must therefore be Yes.

WithPasswd / Password
This function is currently not available.

Clear Memo
If you have activated PrintCom, the test results at the end of a test are stored in the internal storage of the
oil tester.
If the test results are not read out by the PC, the internal result storage will be full after approximately 10
to 12 tests. You will see a message. With this function you can delete the internal result storage.


Hour......= 11
ENDE
Year......= 6
Month.....= 4
Day.......= 20
Minute....= 59
>Counter...= 73
EDIT

Day / Month / Year / Hour / Minute
If you want to set the internal clock, you need to enter the dates, here.

Counter
An internal counter continuously counts from one oil test to the next. This counter number is used for
marking the sample.
This input allows you to adjust the counter to a value determined by you.

Minute....= 59
ENDE
Hour......= 11
Month.....= 4
Counter...= 73
>ExpertMode= No
EDIT
Year......= 6

ExpertMode
If the ExpertMode is activated (entry set to >YES<), at the start of the examination the inputs of the
following environment parameters are not queried:

? Enter ambient temperature (see 8.3.2)
? Select electrodes with the test vessel (see 8.3.3)
? Adjust the distance between the electrodes (see 8.3.4)
? Enter the number (see 8.3.6)

The dates are not on the print or shown by the Viewer and also not stored.

9 Error messages of the tester

9.1 General error messages

EEPROM actual value storage full

complete memory.
Ignor
datas or erase
Please read stored
No more memory space!
Ignor = Continue test
STORE DISABLED
ESC
ESC = Terminate test

This message appears, if PrintCom is activated in the SetUp and the result storage is full. If PrintCom is
activated, all test results can be stored in the storage of the tester. This message appears when the storage
is full (standard storing capacity: 1012 complete oil test results).

Ignor

The message will be ignored and the procedure will continued.
Note: The test results will be not stored!

ESC

The test will be terminated.
Now there are 3 different solutions:
? Connect PortaTest to the PC -> Read all results from the tester with PrintCom.
? Deselect PrintCom in the SetUp. In this case, however, there will be no storage at all.
? Call the command Clear Memo in the SetUp. This deletes the complete contents of the actual value
storage (the EEPROM). The storage is now free for new results.
______________________________________________________________________________________

PE missing

PE Error
Attention!
Check
supply

This message appears, if the tester is connected to a power grid, where the PE is missing or broken. In this
case, the device wont be ready to start, until the failure is present.

Remedy: The PE wiring to your socket or your socket needs to be checked.


Fault at the stepper motor

Stand : IEC 156/95
>Stepper Error
U=----KV

This message appears, if the control of the stepper motor has a fault.

Remedy: You can only contact the manufacturer or the distributor.

Start the test with open hood

shut the
hood
Next ESC
Please

This message comes up, if you want to start the high-voltage test with the hood still open.

Remedy: Shut the hood and the test will start automatically. The test will stop completely if you press
the button
ESC
.

10 RS232 interface

The program ComTest serves for checking the interface and the data exchange with the tester.

10.1 Connection cable between the oil tester and the PC

The tester is equipped with a 9-pole Sub-D plug. The PC can also be equipped with a 9-pole Sub-D plug or
with a 25-pole Sub- D plug.

If the 9-pole connection is used at the PC, a so-called Zero Modem Cable will be used.

PC: 9-pole Sub- D Tester: 9-pole Sub-D

PC Tester
2 2 RxD

3 3 TxD

5 5 GND

PC: 25-polie Sub- D Tester: 9-pole Sub-D

PC Tester
2 2 RxD

3 3 TxD

7 5 GND


11 Bootloader / updating the tester with a new program

11.1 General information on the Bootloader

The Bootloader serves for updating the testers without c hanging the EPROM.

The program for this tester is stored in a special programmable storage. Via a special function, the user can
reprogram this storage.
This outstanding feature of the tester enables to optimize the program without having to open the tester
and exchanging components.

The Bootloader is on the CD that is part of the delivery extent. The Bootloader is a program that needs to
be installed on the PC first. For this purpose, the command Setup.exe in the sub-directory Bootloader on the
CD must be started.
After installing the Bootloader and starting the Bootloader, the monitor of the PC shows the following:

For transmitting a new program to the tester, first the file that is to be transmitted must be selected.

If necessary, we will send you the file that is to be transmitted via e-mail.

Attention: When programming the tester no other program must be active on the PC. Please leave all
other programs, because interrupting the programming can lead to incorrect programming. During the
programming time (max. 10 minutes), the screen saver must not start, either.



11.2 Programming

For loading, you need to use the command from the menu bar: Load file. Now the selection window known
from other programs (e.g. Word or Excel) is opened, where you can select the file. Here you need to select
the file that we have sent you via e- mail and which has been stored by you at the respective location on
your hard disk.

After this file has been selected, the transfer is ready to start.

Attention: Please select exactly the file that we have sent you. If you select a different file and use it
to program the tester, the tester not be functioning after this and will have to be sent back to the factory.

Attention: During the following programming, the programming must under no circumstances be
interrupted. Otherwise the tester will not be functioning and will have to be sent back to the factory.

Attention: During the following programming, the current supply to the tester must be interrupted
under no circumstances. Otherwise the tester will not be functioning and will have to be sent back to the
factory.

Attention: Before programming, please note down the version number of the old tester software. The
version number is shown directly after switching on the tester.

Schleich GmbH
V1.07 B1 P2500 V1.1
PORTATEST

Comparing the version number before and after programming serves for making sure that the programming
has been executed correctly. After programming, the version number should be higher than before.



Basic description.
Please follow the instructoins of the PC program Bootloader carefully!!

For starting the Bootloader, please activate the button Bootloader with the mouse. Now the software
checks whether it is possible to build up a connection to the tester. This action will take a few seconds. If a
firm connection can be established, the programming can be started. Please follow the instructions of the
program carefully. First, the tester needs to be switched off. Now, while the tester is switched off, two
buttons on the front panel of the tester need to be pressed simultaneously with two fingers: F2 and F3.

While holding the two buttons, the tester is to be switched on again. The tester is know in reading-in
condition and can receive a new program from the PC. After approximately 2 seconds, the 2 buttons can be
released. The display will show either nothing or something that doesnt make sense. That is normal and no
reason to worry. Now, please start booting. If you follow the commands of the program strictly, there
should be no problems.

During the programming, a blue bar on the PC indicates when the programming will be completed.

After the programming has been completed, the tester automatically restarts the program. Please
check now, whether the correct version of the program has been installed. The new version number of the
program should be higher than the preceding version number of the program. If the tester doesnt restart,
please switch off and on after programming.

Attention: After the transmittance, there could be a message in the display of the tester as follows:

old data version number update to this new data version number

1 2
Update EEPROM

Together with the display, there will be a continuous beep.

That is normal. The tester only gives you the information that after updating the program, now also
variables used in the program are preset with the respective standard values.

After the following switching-on, this message must appear no longer.



11.3 Connection cable between tester and PC

The tester is equipped with a 9-pole Sub-D plug. The PC can also be equipped with a 9-pole Sub-D plug or
with a 25-pole Sub- D plug.

If the 9-pole connection is used at the PC, a so-called Zero Modem Cable will be used.

PC: 9-pole Sub- D Tester: 9-pole Sub-D

PC Tester
3 2 RxD

3 3 TxD

5 5 GND

PC: 25-pole Sub-D Tester: 9-pole Sub-D

PC Tester
2 2 RxD

3 3 TxD

7 5 GND


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13 Electrodes

Overview of the electrodes

Electrodes according to IEC 156 Fig. II taken from the following national test regulations:

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Elektrode according to ASTM 877:

ASTM 877

Electrode according to IEC 156 Fig. I taken from the following national test regulations:

BS 5874/80
IRAN 2341
Poland
UNE 21309
UTE C 27-221
SEV 3141

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