Megger MIT300-EN User manual

MIT300 Series
Insulation and Continuity Testers

USER MANUAL

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GSAFETY WARNINGS

n Safety Warnings and Precautions must be read and understood before the instrument is used. They must be observed during use.
n The circuit under test must be switched off, de-energised and isolated before test connections are made when carrying out insulation and continuity

tests.

n Circuit connections and exposed metalwork of an installation or equipment under test must not be touched.
n The live circuit warning and automatic discharge are additional safety features which may fail and therefore safe working practices must be

observed.

n The voltage function will only work if the instrument is functional and switched on.
n After insulation tests, capacitive circuits must be allowed to discharge before disconnecting test leads.
n The instrument should not be used if any part of it is damaged.
n Test leads, probes and crocodile clips must be in good order, clean and with no broken or cracked insulation.
n Ensure that hands remain behind guards of probes/clips when testing.
n National Safety Authorities may recommend the use of fused test leads when measuring voltage on high-energy systems.
n Replacement fuses must be of the correct type and rating. Failure to fit the correctly rated fuse may result in a safety hazard and may cause damage to

the instrument in the event of an overload.

n The battery cover must be in place whilst conducting tests.
n The MIT310A is designed for use only in a controlled electromagnetic environment.

NOTE

THE INSTRUMENT MUST ONLY BE USED BY SUITABLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT PERSONS.

Users of this equipment and/or their employers are reminded that National Health and Safety Legislation requires them to carry out valid risk assessments of
all electrical work so as to identify potential sources of electrical danger and risk of electrical injury such as inadvertent short circuits. Where the assessments
show that the risk is significant then the use of fused test leads may be appropriate.

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CONTENTS

Safety warnings 4
Introduction 2
General description 4

Case contents 5
LCD display 6
Front panel (digital instruments) 6
Connection panel 7
Lid open/closure 7

Preparations for use (all instruments) 8

Batteries 8
Preliminary test lead check 8

General operating instructions 8

General functions 8
Test lead connection. 9

Continuity measurement (MIT300, 310, 320, 330) 10

Test lead null 10
Continuity test (MIT300, 310,320, 330) 10

Continuity Buzzer (MIT300, 310, 320, 300) 11

Continuity buzzer mode: 11
Setup mode (MIT320/330 only) 11

Insulation testing - General 12

Insulation test 12
Test lock 13
Insulation test (MΩ alarm ON/OFF (MIT320 only) 13
MΩ threshold adjustment (MIT320/330 only) 13

Insulation test lock disable (MIT320/330 only) 13
AC / DC Voltage measurement 14
Analogue Instrument MIT310A 14

Test lead null 14

Continuity test 15

Continuity buzzer test 15

Insulation testing 15

Test lock 15
SP4F Switched (optional accessory for MIT320) 16
Test result storage (MIT330 only) 16
Replacing batteries and fuses 18

Low battery warning symbol 18

To replace batteries 18

Fuse replacement (user replaceable) 19
Preventive maintenance 19
Technical specification 20
Accessories and equipment 23
Repair and Warranty 24

Symbols used on the instrument are:

F Caution: risk of electric shock

G Caution: refer to accompanying notes

t Equipment protected throughout by Double

Insulation (Class II)

c Equipment complies with current EU directives.

N13117

Equipment complies with ‘C tick’ requirements

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INTRODUCTION GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Thank you for purchasing the Megger Insulation Tester.

For your own safety and to get the maximum benefit from your
instrument, please ensure that you read and understand the following
safety warnings and instructions before attempting to use the instruments.

This user guide describes the operation and functions of the following:

MIT300 Series of insulation and continuity testers:

MIT300

MIT310

MIT310A

MIT320

MIT330

The MIT300 series variants have the following features:

MIT300 MIT310 MIT310A MIT320 MIT330

Insulation testing

1 kV Insulation range

nnnn

500 V Insulation range nnnnn

250 V Insulation range nnnnn

Insulation test full scale 999 MΩ 999 MΩ 999 MΩ 999 MΩ 999 MΩ

Insulation limit alarm

0.01 MΩ to 1 GΩ

nn

Continuity

Voltmeter range
(600 V digit)

nnnn

Continuity buzzer n n nnn

Adjustable buzzer
threshold 1 Ω to 20 Ω nn

Audible buzzer disable nn

Lead null to 9.0 Ω
(0.5 Ω for MIT310A) n n 0.5Ω n n

Stored test lead null nnnnn

Resistance

10 Ω to 1M Ω resistance
range

nn

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CASE CONTENTS

MIT300 MIT310 MIT310A MIT320 MIT330

Features

Locking test button

Backlight and rotary
switch illuminations nn

Voltage warning n

Default voltmeter nnnn

Auto-power-down with
defeat nn nn

Switched test probe
connector n n

Switched test probe n n

Results storage n

Downloading n

USB n

nnnnn

Please complete the warranty card and return it to Megger Limited as soon
as possible to help us reduce any delays in supporting you, should the
need arise.

Case contents

1 x MIT300 series insulation tester

1 x Red/Black test lead set with clips

8 x AA (LR6) batteries fitted

1 x Warranty card

x Certificate of test

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1 x Calibration certificate

1 x CD containing user manual

1 x Printed quick start guide

1 x USB lead (MIT330 only)

1 x SP4F switched probe (MIT320 and MIT330 only)

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LCD DISPLAY

FRONT PANEL (DIGITAL INSTRUMENTS)

MIT300, 310, 320 and 330

MIT310A

Moving coil
Analogue
display
indication

Test Lock LED

Test lead null

Battery check

Battery condition
indication

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Voltage warning LED

MIT300 Series
Insulation and Continuity Testers

USER MANUAL

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PREPARATIONS FOR USE (ALL INSTRUMENTS)

GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Batteries

The Megger MIT300 series of instruments are supplied with batteries
fitted. When batteries become exhausted, refer to page 18, batter
replacement.

ning: Do not

War

removed.

Preliminary test lead check

Functional verification

1. Before each use of the instrument visually inspect the test leads, prods
and crocodile clips to confir
damaged or broken insulation.

2. Check continuity of the test leads by firmly shorting the leads together
and read the test lead resistance measurement directly from the display,
which should be less than 1.0

Refer to page 10 for operation guide.

3. Supply voltage
Using an approved method, ensure the circuit to be tested has been

fully disconnected from the supply prior to using the instrument.

switch the instrument on with the battery cover

m that their condition is good, with no

Ω.

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Safety note:

If a voltage greater than 25 V appears on the circuit under test the
instrument will default to a voltage measurement and display the
supply voltage.

On supply voltages over 50 V the instrument will prevent the test
button from performing an insulation test, protecting your
instrument from damage.

General functions

Voltage Testing on High Energy Systems

Use extreme care when using or measuring voltages above 30 V,
particularly in high energy systems. F
optional accessories for local situations where increased protection is
required. See accessories section.

Tests lock

The LOCK

It is activated by holding down the [TEST] button, and pressing the LOCK

L indicates when an INSULATION test range is locked ON.

used test leads are available as

L button.

Note: See analogue section for MIT310A

Warning: Hazardous voltages can exist on the insulation test range all the

time the [TEST] button is locked down.

Voltage war

If a voltage exists on the circuit under test, the instrument will emit a
warning beep.

If a voltage greater than 50 V exists, testing will be automatically inhibited.

ning (MIT300 only)

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Voltage warning (MIT310A only)

If a voltage exists on the circuit under test the voltmeter will indicate this.
However voltages under 50 V will be displayed but may be difficult to read
from the analogue display.

Default voltmeter (MIT310, MIT320 and MIT330)

The default voltmeter automatically operates if a voltage is present across
the test probes of greater than 25 V.

In Volts range the meter operates at greater than 2 V.

If the voltage exceeds 50 V any further testing is inhibited for safety.
The voltage will be displayed.

Backlight operation (MIT320 and MIT330 only)

Both the display and test ranges are backlit. The backlight function can be
selected at any time while the instr

CKLIGHT

BA

The backlight function will switch off automatically 20 seconds after the
instrument has finished testing.

Display warning symbols

J button.

ument is switched on by pressing the

GRefer to user manual

Any time the warning triangle is displayed the operator should refer to
the user manual for further information.

LRange lock

Displayed at any time the [TEST] button is locked in the on position.

Battery condition indication. Refer to page 18.

f Fuse blown indicator, appears when an instrument fuse has failed.

Refer to page 19.

Test lead connection

The Red/Black test lead set should be connected to the appropriate
sockets on the rear of the instrument marked + and – respectively.

Test probes and crocodile clips are supplied for connection to the circuit
under test.

F

used test leads are available as an optional accessory, please refer to

accessories list at the end of this document.

Application

This instrument may be connected live to ear
conductors of systems that have a rated voltage of 600 V a.c. rms to earth
and an installation (overvoltage) Category III or lower, or CA
applications with a rated voltage of 300 V or less.

This means that the instrument may be connected to any fixed wiring of a
building installation, but not to primary supply circuits such as overhead
cables. To maintain user safety and ensure accurate measurements, only
use the test leads supplied by Megger Limited.

th or between live

TIV

zLead nulled

Indicates that the test lead resistance has been removed from the test
result.

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CONTINUITY MEASUREMENT (MIT300, 310, 320, 330)

All continuity measurements are AUTO ranging from 0.00 Ω to 100 Ω on
Digital/analogue scale).

The MIT310A has manual range selection to 2 kΩ.

From 0.00 Ω to 10 Ω test current is greater than 200 mA. From 10 Ω to
100 Ω test current is greater than 20 mA. (See page 15 for MIT310A)

Test lead Null

(See page 14 for MIT310A)

Before using the continuity range or buzzer range for the first time, the test
lead resistance should be ‘zeroed out’. This ensures any measurement does
not include the resistance of the test leads.

Connect the test leads to the instrument and firmly short both leads

1.

together.

ait for the reading to stabilise and press the [TEST] button.

2. W

3. Display of the
should be 0.00 Ω.

Note: Lead zeroing is retained when the instrument is switched off, or auto
shut-off operates.

To remove the ‘lead zero’ press the [TEST] button again.

Continuity test (MIT300, 310,320 and 330)

(See page 15 for MIT310A)

To make a continuity measurement:

1. Turn the instrument ‘On’ by selecting the continuity Ω range.

2. If required, zero test lead resistance, see test lead null (above).

3. Connect the test probes to the isolated circuit under test. The test will
start automatically.

zconfirms test leads zeroing. The display

4. The display shows the resistance value. (Maximum 99,9 Ω)

5. Disconnect the test probes to terminate the test.

6. On completion of testing switch to the [OFF] position. Alternatively auto
shut off operates after a period of instrument inactivity.

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CONTINUITY BUZZER (MIT300, 310, 320, 330)

(See page 15 for MIT310A)

Continuity buzzer mode:

The continuity buzzer has a fast check which looks for a resistance greater
than 1.0 MΩ and will buzz when found. If a voltage is detected the
continuity test will stop (the instrument will not be damaged).

The continuity buzzer will then check for a low resistance path less than
5≈ (or as set on the MIT320 and MIT330), and continue to buzz.

form a continuity buzzer test:

To per

1. Set the test range knob to the continuity buzzer

2. Connect the test probes to the isolated circuit under test.

3. A continuous beep note sounds when the test leads make contact

with resistance less than 5 Ω and contact is maintained. (Resistance
greater than 5 Ω is indicated by a short or intermittent beeping).

4. The buzzer visual indicator symbol closes when continuity
is detected.

Setup mode (MIT320 and MIT330 only)

Continuity buzzer threshold adjustable

The adjustable buzzer threshold adjustment allows the operator to set the
maximum resistance at which the buzzer operates.

To adjust:

1. Switch the MIT320/MIT330 to [SETUP]. The display should flash

between CON and 5.00 Ω.

2. Press and hold down the [TEST] button

3. The buzzer threshold resistance is displayed. This will count down from

5 Ω to 1.0 Ω.

Z position

4. When the display reaches the desired value release the [TEST] button

5. Press the

To select a threshold value above 5.0 Ω

1. Switch the MIT320 or MIT330 to [SETUP]. The display should flash

between CON and 5.00 Ω.

2. Hold the [TEST] button down until the display shows 1.0 Ω.

3. Release the [TEST] button.

4. Press the [TEST] button again. It will commence counting down from

20 Ω.

5 Release the [TEST] button at the desired value.

6. Press the LOCK

Buzzer ON/OFF (silent buzzer)

To disable the continuity buzzer:

1. Switch the MIT320 or MIT330 to [SETUP]. The display should flash

between CON and 5.00 Ω.

2. Press and release the [TEST] button until the BUZ sign is displayed.

3. Press and hold the [TEST] button to select the OFF option (Press and
hold again to select ON).

4. Press the Lock

L button to store the value

L button to store the value.

L to store the value.

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INSULATION TESTING - GENERAL

(Refer to page 14 for additional MIT310A notes)

Safety note:

Insulation testing is performed at high DC voltages and could be
hazardous if touched. Always obser
performing an Insulation test, and ensure all necessary health and safety
precautions are observed.

A

utomatic Discharge: Capacitive circuits are automatically discharged

when the test button is released following an insulation test.

Insulation measurements are performed at either 250 V, 500 V or 1000 V.

Insulation test

The insulation tests apply a known voltage to the circuit under test and
measure the resulting leakage current.

The circuit under test must be completely de-energised and isolated
before test connections are made.

ve the safety precautions when

To perform an insulation test:

1. Turn the instrument ‘On‘ by selecting the desired 250 V, 500 V or 1000 V
[MΩ] range.

2. Connect the test probes to the isolated circuit under test.

3. Press and hold the [TEST] button; allow the display to settle.
The reading will remain displayed for a few seconds af

button is released.

4. Release the [TEST] button before removing the test leads (to enable the
instrument to discharge the circuit under test). If the display shows
VOLTS, wait.

5. On completion of testing switch to the ‘OFF’ position. Alter
shut-off operates after a period of inactivity.

For MIT310A see notes on insulation testing page 15
Note: To prevent accidental application of 1 kV

1000 V prior to the start of the first 1000 V test.

Note: 50Hz noise from the circuit under test below 100 µA or 25 V is
ignored and will not affect test accuracy

Higher levels of noise will cause the default voltmeter to indicate. Above
50 V (or 200 µA) testing is inhibited.

Test lock

The insulation test can be locked on by pressing the lock
holding down the [TEST] button.

To disable lock press the [TEST or LOCK] button.

, a warning display will flash

.

ter the push

natively auto

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Insulation test MΩ alarm ON/OFF (MIT320/MIT330 only)

The buzzer can be enabled or disabled for working in office environments.

To enable the buzzer:

1. Switch the instrument to [SETUP].

2. Repeatedly press the [TEST] button until the display shows ON/OFF

3. Press and hold the [TEST] button to select ON.

4. Press the

To disable the buzzer:

1. Switch the instrument to [SETUP].

2. Repeatedly press the [TEST] button until the display shows RON/ON.

3. Press and hold the [TEST] button to select OFF

4. Press the

MΩ threshold adjustment (MIT320 and MIT3300 only)

The buzzer threshold adjustment allows the operator to set the resistance
above which the buzzer operates. The instrument will beep so long as the
insulation value measured remains above the threshold value.

The instrument is supplied with the threshold level set to OFF and the
threshold value set to 1.00 MΩ.

To adjust:

1. Switch the instrument to [SETUP]

2. Repeatedly press the [TEST] button until the display shows RES.

3. The initial insulation alarm level is set to 1.00 MΩ.

4.

Press and hold down the [TEST] button. The Threshold limit will
decrease from 999 MΩ to 1.0 MΩ.

5. When the display reaches the desired value release the [TEST] button.

L button to save.

.

L button to save.

.

6. Press the L button to store the value.
The instrument will now beep every time an insulation test is

performed, and the measured value is greater than the threshold value
set. (only if buzzer is enabled)

Insulation test lock disable (Not MIT310A)

The instrument is shipped with the test lock function enabled. To disable
the test lock function:

1. Ensure the instr

2. Hold down the

3. Keep the

4. The instrument shall display OFF to indicate the lock function is
disabled.

This setting is permanently stored.

To re-enable the test lock function, repeat the above process.

ument is switched off.

L button and turn the range knob to MΩ 500 V.

L button depressed for 10 seconds.

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AC / DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT

ANALOGUE INSTRUMENT MIT310A

If a voltage greater than 2 V a.c. or d.c. is present at the terminals the
measured voltage is indicated on the display. If the fuse is blown the
voltmeter will still operate - see note 1.

For normal voltage measurement:

1. Set the range switch to [V]

2. Connect the test leads to the circuit under test.

3. The display will show the voltage across the test leads.

Note: measured voltage should not exceed 600 V phase to earth.

NOTE 1.

When fuse is blown:

MIT300 - MIT330 voltmeter will operate normally when connected to more
than 5 volts.

MIT310A will show approximately 40% of true voltage.

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Additional notes:

Battery Level = Exhausted battery

Battery test

Battery condition can be checked by rotating the range knob to the

y symbol and pressing TEST button. The position of the needle over

batter
the taper symbol will indicate battery condition. Highest charge to the
right.

Note: NiMH or NiCAD rechargeable batteries show a lower charge than
alkaline batteries, and my not give much warning before becoming
exhausted.

Warning: Always perform a batter
ensure the instrument will function properly.

LED Indicators:

Two led indicators show testing status information for test lock and voltage
detection

Voltage war

If a voltage greater than 50 V exists on the circuit under test and the TEST
button is pressed, the RED ‘
automatically inhibited.

Test lead Null (MIT310A only)

Before using the continuity range for the first time, the test lead resistance
should be ‘zeroed out’. This ensures any measurement does not include
the resistance of the test leads.

To null the test leads:

1. Connect the test leads to the instrument and firmly shor
together

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2. Wait for the reading to stabilise and adjust the lead null knob z until

the display pointer indicates 0 Ω.

3. Lead null should be checked periodically and at the start of each session
to ensure ZERO is maintained, or adjusted as necessary.

Note: Lead null can remove up to 0.5 Ω of lead resistance.

Continuity test (MIT310A)

Continuity range extends from 0.00 Ω to 2 kΩ.

Ranges are not auto-ranging. Manual selection of each range is necessary.

Test currents are: 200 mA to 2 Ω, 20 mA to 20 Ω, 2 mA to 200 Ω,
200 µA to 2 kΩ.

e a continuity measurement:

To mak

1. Select the continuity range required.

2. Connect the test leads to the circuit under test.

3. For a single test press and hold down the [TEST] button.

4. Read the resistance from the appropriate range scale.

To increase battery life release it as soon as possible af
complete.

Continuity buzzer test

It is best to lock the test button down: press and hold down the test
button. Press the lock button momentarily.

Insulation testing

Insulation testing is the same as page 13, however the result is only
displayed as long as the [TEST] button is depressed.

Note: If the batteries are exhausted the instrument may not show a
needle movement when testing. We recommend an occasional insulation

ter a test is

test should be performed with the leads shorted together or the battery
test mode should be selected to ensure the batteries are in good working
condition.

MIT310A Test lock

The [TEST] button can be locked down to allow continuous continuity or
insulation testing.

To enable the TEST LOCK:

1. Press and hold down the [TEST] button. Press the
momentarily.

2. The TEST LOCK LED

To remove TEST LOCK:

1. Press the [TEST or LOCK] button.

L should light.

L button

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SP4F SWITCHED (ACCESSORY FOR MIT320/MIT330) TEST RESULT STORAGE (MIT330 only)

The SP4F switch probe allows the user to start a test by pressing the
[TEST] button on the probe, instead of the instrument. This allows for
complete hands free testing and increases user safety.

To use the SP4F probe:

1. Connect the SP4F probe to the MIT320 or MIT330 using the special 3
pole +ve sock

2. Select a suitable insulation test range.

3. Press and hold down the SP4F probe button. The MIT320 or MIT330 will
start an insulation test.

4. When the result has settled, release the probe test button.

et (in place of the RED test lead).

Storing contintuity test results:
Results storage has the following structure:

000, 002…255 = Job number
b00, b01, b02 …99
c00, c01, c02…99 = Circuit number
R12, RrN, Rr2, Rr1, R1 & R2 = Circuit type
P1 to P3 = Phase

Job number ( 000, 001…)acts as a work folder

of results to be saved in one folder.

When downloaded, all results with the same job number can be sorted
together, no matter where they occur in the instruments memory.

Distribution board number b01, b02… and circuit reference c00, c01…:

Results can be assigned a specific distribution board number and circuit
reference number prior to storing.

R1,R2, R12, Rr1 etc circuit, type allows a test to be defined as the circuit
type.

P1, P2 …Phase number, each test can be stored under a particular phase,
P1, P2 or P3.

Unique test number, each test result is assigned a unique test number,
from 0 to 1999. This is automatic and cannot be adjusted.

To store a result:

1. Make a continuity measurement as descried earlier and press
STORE.

2. Select job reference number using ↑↓ keys then press NEXT.

= Distribution board No.

, allowing a set

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(Hold the key down to scroll quickly through the numbers)

3. Select distribution board number (b01,02 etc) using ↑↓ keys

then press NEXT

4. Select circuit number (c01,02 etc) using ↑↓ keys then press NEXT

5. Select the circuit type, R12, RrN, Rr2, Rr1, R2 or R1 by pressing the ↑↓

k

eys, then press NEXT.

6. Select the phase using ↑↓ k

display a unique test number , which is attached to that particular test.

7. Press OK to save the result.

T

o store a subsequent result:

To save the next test under the same location job number, distribution
board, circuit reference etc:

1. Make another measurement as described earlier and press STORE.

2.

The last Job number ** will be displayed. Press OK.

3. The unique test number will be displayed. Press OK and the result is
stored.

Note: The job number, distribution board, circuit and test type can all be
changed before saving a result by selecting the function using the ↑↓ keys.

To recall the last test result:

1. Set the range knob to RCL

2.

The last unique test number is displayed

3. Press OK and the test result will be displayed.

Note: Only the last test result can be recalled to the display

eys then press NEXT. The screen will

.

Storing insulation test results:

Storing an insulation test result is exactly the same as a continuity test.
However the circuit type options change to L-E, L-L, L-N, N-E

Downloading results to a PC:

1. Connect the tester to the PC using the USB test lead.
Set the tester range knob to [Snd].

2.

3. Run Megger Powersuite Professional or Megger Download Manager on
the PC

4. Select the appropriate downloading instrument from the list

5. Select "download from tester"

6. The test data will automatically download its contents to the
PC.

A bar graph shows the status of the download.

Deleting test results

To delete the latest test result:

1.

Set the range knob to [dEL]. The display will flash "dEL"

followed by the test number to be deleted.

2.

Press the OK button. The last test result will be will be deleted.

WARNING: This operation is not reversible.

To delete all test data:

1. Set the range knob to [dEL]. The display will flash "dEL".

2.

Press the NEX

3. Press the OK button. All the test results will be deleted.
A bar graph shows the progress of the deletion.

T or LAST key. The display will flash "ALL".

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REPLACING BATTERIES AND FUSES

WARNING: This operation is not reversible. All data will be deleted.

Batteries

Battery type: 8 x LR6 (AA), 1.5 V Alkaline, or 8 x 1.2V NiCAD, or 8 x 1.2V
NiMH

Fuse type: 500 mA (F) HBC 50 kA 600 V

Fuse blown symbol

Low battery warning symbol

The battery condition is continuously displayed by the symbol .
When the batteries are exhausted, symbol will show
and testing is inhibited.

Note: Fully charged NiMH or NiCAD rechargeable batteries show a lower
charge than alkaline batteries, and may not give much warning before
becoming exhausted.

To replace batteries

Warning: Do not switch the instr
removed.

1. Switch off the instrument and disconnect (the instrument) from any
electrical circuits.

2. The rear cover must not be opened if the test leads are connected.
To avoid the possibility of electric shock, do not press the test button

3.
or touch the fuse when changing batteries.

4. To remove the rear cover release the screw at the bottom of the
cover and lift the cover upwards.

Remove the dead cells.

5.

6. Refit new batteries observing the correct polarity as marked on the
battery compartment.

7. Replace the cover.

f

ument on with the battery cover

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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Warning: - Incorrect battery cell polarity can cause electrolyte leakage,
resulting in damage to the instrument. If the battery condition indicator
does not show a full charge when battery cells are new, a cell may be
reversed.

Note: Battery cells should not be left in an instrument which may remain
unused for extended periods.

Fuse replacement (user replaceable)

To check fuse, select Ω range.

t circuit the test leads. If the fuse is good, the display will show approx.

Shor
0Ω.

Display of the fuse symbol

The fuse is located behind the rear cover. The rear cover must not be
opened if test leads are connected.

To avoid the possibility of shock, disconnect the battery before touching the
fuse.

A replacement fuse must be of the correct type and rating.

Fuse: 500 mA (F) H.B.C. 50 kA min 600 V (32 mm x 6 mm)

findicates a ruptured fuse.

The MIT series instr

Test leads should be checked before use to ensure there is no damage.

Ensure batteries are removed if left unused for extended periods.

When necessar

Do not use alcohol based cleaners as these may leave a residue.

uments require very little maintenance.

y, the instrument can be cleaned with a damp cloth.

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1000V

800V

600V

400V

200V

0V

0 10 kΩ 100kΩ 1MΩ 10MΩ 100 MΩ

SPECIFICATIONS

Note: For the MIT310A only, the presence of fast transients in excess of

0.5kV or r.f. in excess of 1 volt on measured circuit may affect the results

General Specification
Insulation ranges

Nominal test voltage:
MIT310, 310A, 320, 330 1000 V, 500 V, 250 V (d.c.)

MIT300 500 V, 250 V (d.c.)

Terminal voltage on open circuit (0ºC):

-0% +20% of rated voltage

Measuring Range

All instruments: 10 kΩ - 999 MΩ on all ranges

Short circuit current: 1.5 mA nominal

Test cur

rent on load: 1 mA at min. pass values of insulation (as

specified in BS 7671, HD 384 and
IEC 364)

Accuracy (at 20° C)

MIT300, 310, 320, 330: ±3%, ±2 digits up to 10 MΩ, ±5% up to

100 MΩ, ±30% up to full scale

MIT310A

: ±2.5% of scale length (or 30% of reading

200 kΩ to 10 MegΩ)

Terminal characteristics

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Continuity ranges

Measuring range: 0,01 Ω - 100 Ω

(0 -50 Ω on analogue scale)

Open circuit voltage: 5 V ±1 V

Short circuit current: 205 mA +10 mA -5 mA

Accuracy (at 20° C)

MIT300, 310, 320, 330: ±3% ±2 digits

MIT310A: ±2.5% of scale length

(or 30% of reading 0.2Ω to 2 kΩ)

Zero offset adjust:

MIT300, 310,320, 330: 0 - 9 Ω

MIT310A: 0 - 0.5Ω

Continuity buzzer

MIT300, 310: Operates at <5 Ω

MIT320, 330: Adjustable 1 Ω to 20 Ω

MIT310A: Operates at <5 Ω

MIT300, 310, 320, 330: Response time <20 ms

MIT310A: Response time <100 mS

Resistance range (MIT 320 and MIT330 only)

(can be used for diode testing)

Measuring range: 10 Ω - 1 MΩ

Open circuit voltage: 5 V

Short circuit current: 1.5 mA,

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Accuracy (at 20°C): ±5% ±2 digits up to 100 kΩ

Measuring range (MIT310A only): 0 - 2 kΩ (refer to continuity)

Voltage range

Measuring range: 0 - 600 V a.c. (50/60 Hz) or d.c.

Accuracy (at 20° C)

MIT300, 310, 320, 330: d.c. or a.c. (50/60Hz): ±1%,

±2 digits

MIT310A: ±2.5% of scale length for 50/60Hz

Temperature coefficient: <0,1% per °C on all ranges.

Default voltmeter

all test modes except off

MIT310, 320, 330 voltmeter:>25 V a.c. or d.c. is applied display will

operate as a voltmeter

M300: Beeps and flash ‘V’ on the display

M310A: Warning LED lights when [TEST] button is

pressed. Operates as voltmeter when test
button not pressed

Test inhibit: If more than 50 volts is detected, testing

will be inhibited.

Autopower down: Auto power down operates after 10

minutes if left in standby mode.

Environmental

Operating range: -10°C to +60°C

Operating humidity: 93% R.H. at +40°C max.

Storage range: -25°C to +70°C

Environmental protection: IP54

Results storage and downloading

Capacity: >1000 results
Download
Download lead: Type A to Type B

Dimensions

All units 203 x 148 x 78 mm

Fuses

Ter

500 mA (F) 600 V, 32 x 6 mm ceramic
HBC 50 kA minimum.

Safety

Meets the requirements of IEC61010-1 Cat III 600 V phase to earth. Refer to
safety war

Automatic discharge

After an insulation test the item under test will be discharged automatically.
Any voltage present will be indicated on the display so that the discharge
can be monitored.

Power supply

Battery

Rechargeable NiCAD or NiMH cells may be used.

Battery condition is constantly shown on the display as a four-section bar
graph.

Battery Life

5000 consecutive tests (5 seconds per test) on any test using 2Ah batteries.

: USB download lead 1.8m (supplied)

minals:

nings supplied.

: 8 x 1,5 V cells IEC LR6 type(AA alkaline).

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ACCESSORIES

Order Code

Included Accessories

Test lead set (red & black) with crocodile clips 6220-779

USB download lead (MIT330 only) 25970-041

Download Manager CD 6111-442

Quick start guide 5174-188

CD containing user manual

Optional Accessories

Fused lead set 2 wire fused probe and clip set 6220-789

SP4F Switch probe (MIT320 and MIT330 only)

Megger Certification Software

Powersuite Pro-Lite 16th

6220-809

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