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Megger DET2/3 - User Manual

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DET2/3
Advanced Earth (Ground) Tester
User Guide
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Table of Contents

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Summary

Safety

Safety Warnings

Read and understand safety warnings before operating the instrument.

Instrument Operation Basics

Powering On, Off, and Auto-Off Features

How to power the instrument on/off and manage auto-off settings.

Earth Test Configuration Options

Setting output voltage, test frequency, and noise filter parameters.

Instrument Set-up and Configuration

Earth and Ground Resistance Testing

Earth;Ground Resistance Test Procedure

Step-by-step guide for performing earth and ground resistance tests.

Connecting Stakes and Setting Controls

Instructions for connecting test stakes and setting function/mode.

Setting Test Parameters and Starting

Configuring test parameters like voltage and frequency, then starting the test.

Test Completion and Result Display

Procedures for ending tests and interpreting results.

Manual and Graphical Test Results

Viewing results in manual mode versus continuous graphical mode.

Earth and Ground Resistivity Measurement

Resistivity Test Procedure Setup

Steps for setting up pins/stakes and instrument controls for resistivity tests.

Selecting Resistivity Test Methods

Choosing between Wenner or Schlumberger methods and setting measurements.

Wenner and Schlumberger Formulas

Explanation of resistivity calculation formulas for Wenner and Schlumberger.

Setting Resistivity Test Parameters

Configuring voltage, frequency, and noise filter for resistivity tests.

Manual and Graphical Resistivity Results

Viewing and interpreting resistivity results in different test modes.

Continuity Testing Procedure

Setting Up for Continuity Tests

Steps for setting function, mode, and connecting leads for continuity testing.

Starting and Ending Continuity Tests

How to initiate and conclude continuity tests.

Nulling Test Leads for Accuracy

Procedure for nulling test leads to improve continuity measurement accuracy.

Leakage Current Measurement

Leakage Current Test Setup

Steps for connecting the clamp and setting the instrument for leakage current.

Executing Leakage Current Tests

Procedures for starting, monitoring, and ending leakage current tests.

Advanced Test Methods: FoP

Fall of Potential (FoP) Test Overview

Introduction to the Fall of Potential test method.

Four Terminal FoP Lead Set-up

Detailed instructions for setting up test leads for a four-terminal FoP test.

Test Methods: ART and Three Terminal

Four Terminal ART Lead Set-up

Procedure for setting up test leads for four-terminal ART tests.

Three Terminal Test Lead Set-up

Instructions for connecting leads for three-terminal tests.

Advanced Test Methods: Slope Method

Slope Method (FoP) Description

Explanation of the Slope Method for earth resistance measurement.

Slope Method Lead Set-ups

Test Methods: 61.8% Rule

Specialized Earth Tests

Instrument Calibration and Accuracy

Instrument Calibration Check Procedure

Steps for verifying instrument calibration using a check tool.

Clamp Calibration Checks

Clamp Calibration Check Procedure

Procedure for calibrating current clamps using a calibration tool.

Data Management and Saving Results

Instrument Maintenance and Care

Battery Replacement Procedure

Battery Charging and External Power

Instrument Specifications: Measurements

2, 3, 4 Terminal Resistance Specs

Detailed specifications for resistance measurements with different terminal configurations.

General Instrument Specifications

Clamp Calibration Tool Specifications

Repair and Warranty Information

Calibration and Return Procedures

Summary

Safety

Safety Warnings

Read and understand safety warnings before operating the instrument.

Instrument Operation Basics

Powering On, Off, and Auto-Off Features

How to power the instrument on/off and manage auto-off settings.

Earth Test Configuration Options

Setting output voltage, test frequency, and noise filter parameters.

Instrument Set-up and Configuration

Earth and Ground Resistance Testing

Earth;Ground Resistance Test Procedure

Step-by-step guide for performing earth and ground resistance tests.

Connecting Stakes and Setting Controls

Instructions for connecting test stakes and setting function/mode.

Setting Test Parameters and Starting

Configuring test parameters like voltage and frequency, then starting the test.

Test Completion and Result Display

Procedures for ending tests and interpreting results.

Manual and Graphical Test Results

Viewing results in manual mode versus continuous graphical mode.

Earth and Ground Resistivity Measurement

Resistivity Test Procedure Setup

Steps for setting up pins/stakes and instrument controls for resistivity tests.

Selecting Resistivity Test Methods

Choosing between Wenner or Schlumberger methods and setting measurements.

Wenner and Schlumberger Formulas

Explanation of resistivity calculation formulas for Wenner and Schlumberger.

Setting Resistivity Test Parameters

Configuring voltage, frequency, and noise filter for resistivity tests.

Manual and Graphical Resistivity Results

Viewing and interpreting resistivity results in different test modes.

Continuity Testing Procedure

Setting Up for Continuity Tests

Steps for setting function, mode, and connecting leads for continuity testing.

Starting and Ending Continuity Tests

How to initiate and conclude continuity tests.

Nulling Test Leads for Accuracy

Procedure for nulling test leads to improve continuity measurement accuracy.

Leakage Current Measurement

Leakage Current Test Setup

Steps for connecting the clamp and setting the instrument for leakage current.

Executing Leakage Current Tests

Procedures for starting, monitoring, and ending leakage current tests.

Advanced Test Methods: FoP

Fall of Potential (FoP) Test Overview

Introduction to the Fall of Potential test method.

Four Terminal FoP Lead Set-up

Detailed instructions for setting up test leads for a four-terminal FoP test.

Test Methods: ART and Three Terminal

Four Terminal ART Lead Set-up

Procedure for setting up test leads for four-terminal ART tests.

Three Terminal Test Lead Set-up

Instructions for connecting leads for three-terminal tests.

Advanced Test Methods: Slope Method

Slope Method (FoP) Description

Explanation of the Slope Method for earth resistance measurement.

Slope Method Lead Set-ups

Test Methods: 61.8% Rule

Specialized Earth Tests

Instrument Calibration and Accuracy

Instrument Calibration Check Procedure

Steps for verifying instrument calibration using a check tool.

Clamp Calibration Checks

Clamp Calibration Check Procedure

Procedure for calibrating current clamps using a calibration tool.

Data Management and Saving Results

Instrument Maintenance and Care

Battery Replacement Procedure

Battery Charging and External Power

Instrument Specifications: Measurements

2, 3, 4 Terminal Resistance Specs

Detailed specifications for resistance measurements with different terminal configurations.

General Instrument Specifications

Clamp Calibration Tool Specifications

Repair and Warranty Information

Calibration and Return Procedures

Megger DET2/3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Measurement Range0.01 Ω to 20 kΩ
Resolution0.01 Ω
Operating Temperature-10°C to +50°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to +60°C
Ingress ProtectionIP54
Test Frequency128 Hz

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