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Model HF-15B High Frequency Spark Tester
Instruction Manual
HF-15B/BD-12S shown with optional X3B Horn/Light Tower
295 East Main Street
Clinton, CT 06413 USA
Telephone: 860.669.7548 Fax: 860.669.3825
www.clintoninstrument.com
Clinton Instrument Company

Table of Contents

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Summary

EU Declaration of Conformity

Specifications

Model HF-15 B Description

Digital High Frequency Sine Wave Spark Tester with key features.

HF-15 B Electrodes

Details on available bead chain, brush, and roller electrode assemblies.

Dimensions and Mounting

Diagrams and measurements for various mounting and display configurations.

Safety

Safety Symbols and Conditions

Explanation of safety symbols and environmental operating conditions.

Critical Safety Warnings

Precautions for fire risk, pacemaker interference, ozone, and electrical shock.

Installation

Installation Cautions and Unpacking

General cautions for installation and steps for unpacking the spark tester.

Site Preparation and Mounting

Guidelines for selecting location, mounting on surface, or floor stand.

RC Display and Ventilation

Steps for installing RC Display and providing ventilation for the Test Module.

Power Wiring and Grounding

Procedures for connecting power, external disconnect, and grounding the spark tester.

Terminal Block Wiring

Information on connecting auxiliary equipment via terminal blocks.

Serial RS-485 Connection

Instructions for connecting the spark tester via RS-485 serial interface.

Analog and CompactCom Modules

Details for optional Analog and CompactCom Module connections.

X3 B Horn;Light Tower Connection

Instructions for unpacking and connecting the optional X3B accessory.

Spark Tester Controls

Front Panel Controls Overview

Description of ON/OFF switch, voltmeter, buttons, and fault counter.

Indicator Lights and Reset Functions

Explanation of FAULT light, High Voltage Lamp, and Reset buttons.

Safety Features

Details on the Clear Protective Cover and Safety Interlock Switch.

Definition of Terms

Fault Definitions

Definitions for Actual Voltage, Fault Pulse, Pinhole, Metal Contact, and Gross Barewire.

Fault Behavior Definitions

Definitions for Latch, Non-Latch, Remove Voltage on Fault, and Watchdog.

New Features

Display and Security Features

Details on the detachable display and front panel password security.

Communication and Fault Typing

Overview of optional communication modules and DSP based fault typing.

Spark Tester Configuration (Front Panel)

Menu Navigation and Controls

How to navigate the configuration menu and use panel buttons.

Security and Menu Options

RC Display security, PIN configuration, and available menu options.

Parameter Configuration

Configuration settings for PIN, Fault Detection, Sensitivity, Line Speed, and RS-485.

Spark Tester Inputs

High Voltage Enable (HVE)

Input to enable high voltage by connecting pins 1 & 2.

Fault Reset (FR)

Input to reset the spark tester fault relay with an external switch.

Spark Tester Outputs

General and Voltage Monitor Outputs

Outputs for Cover Open, Unit Malfunction, and Voltage Monitoring.

Fault Pulse and Alarms

Fault Pulse, Any Fault Alarm, Pinhole Alarm, and Metal Contact Alarm configurations.

Multi Pinhole and Gross Barewire Alarms

Configuration for Multi Pinhole and Gross Barewire Alarm outputs.

Fault Limits and Barewire Alarms

Settings for fault count limits and Any Barewire Alarm.

Fault Typing

Fault Type Definitions

Definitions for Pinhole, Direct Metal Contact, Multi Pinhole, and Gross Barewire faults.

Spark Tester Configuration (USB)

Testing Your Product

Product Testing Procedures and Cautions

Step-by-step instructions and critical cautions for performing product testing.

Product Preparation for Testing

Ensuring product is dry, grounded, and properly positioned before testing.

Communication Interfaces

RS-485 Interface Details

RS-485 connector pinout and default serial port parameters.

Analog Interface Pin Functions

Description of functions and notes for each analog interface pin.

Fieldbus Communications

Parameters and addresses for Fieldbus communication interfaces.

CIC XM Utility

Calibration

Calibration Procedures

ST-CAL and HF-CAL calibration procedures, including connections and readings.

Calibration Adjustment

Steps to adjust output voltage and monitor values for accurate calibration.

EVM Calibration

Procedure for calibrating using an Electrostatic Voltmeter (EVM).

Maintenance

Fuses and Periodic Inspection

Information on fuse locations and guidelines for periodic inspection of electrodes.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Cautions and Phantom Faults

Cautions for troubleshooting and steps to resolve phantom faults.

Error Code Resolution

Troubleshooting steps for specific error codes (E.EXI, E.CVO, E.RVF, E.RVC, E.HVD, XMRE).

Operational Issues and Defaults

Resolving relay output issues, unit non-functionality, and setting factory defaults.

Replacement Parts

Optional Accessories

Warranty

FS-4 Floor Stand Assembly

Grounding of Conductors during the spark test

Grounding for Different Test Types

Why grounding is necessary for D-C, A-C, and mains frequency spark testing.

Clinton HF-15B Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandClinton
ModelHF-15B
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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