In detail: voltage stabilizer huter 400gs DIY repair from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.
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The HUTER 400 GS manual contains pages in Russian
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PREPARATION FOR WORK AND WORK PROCEDURE
ATTENTION! Before connecting the stabilizer, make sure
absence of mechanical damage.
If the transportation was carried out at subzero temperatures,
should be kept for at least 2 hours to prevent the appearance
ATTENTION! The connection of the stabilizer must be done
a qualified specialist in compliance with the requirements of the PUE, PTB and
Remove the stabilizer from the packaging and carry out an external inspection with
to determine if there is any damage to the case or switch.
Install the stabilizer in a room suitable for the working conditions
In the absence of a connected grounding contact in the socket, the housing
the stabilizer must be grounded.
Plug the stabilizer into a power outlet.
Set the switch to the "on" position for 10 seconds.
The output voltage voltmeter should show 220V during operation
stabilizer in normal mode.
Set the switch to the "off" position.
Connect the load to the output sockets, make sure it is reliable
Set the switch to the "on" position.
During gimbal operation, the following may appear on the display.
this means that the mains voltage has dropped below the range
operation of the stabilizer (below 140 V) and the protection against low
voltage, the stabilizer continues to function and supply voltage
exit, but the letter "L" is lit on the board. When the voltage returns to the working
range, the display will reappear with the output voltage.
this means that the voltage in the network has risen above the operating
stabilizer range (above 260 V) and overvoltage protection has tripped,
the stabilizer turned off the output voltage to avoid damage
devices. The gimbal will automatically return to working condition when
return the input voltage to the operating range.
this means that the total power connected to the stabilization
device higher than the rated power of the stabilizer and triggered
thermal overheating protection. It is necessary to reduce the load (disconnect one
or several consumers). After returning the stabilizer to working
thermal mode, the stabilizer will automatically turn on.
The mobile leveling device HUTER 400 is used to create high-quality power supply to the most important consumer loads for individual use.
The stabilizer is designed for a switched load power of up to 400 volt-amperes, and can withstand short-term small surges and voltage drops. The device creates a voltage equalization up to 220 volts with drops at the power input 120-260 volts.
The power of the device is 400 volt-amperes.
The efficiency is not lower than 97%.
Protection degree - IP 20.
The number of voltage phases is 1.
Country of manufacture - Latvia.
The range of outside air temperature is 0 + 40 degrees.
The accuracy of the deviation of the power supply parameter is 8%.
The range of the input voltage, permissible - from 120 to 260 V.
The graph of the voltage output signal is a perfect sine wave.
Cooling type - no fan, natural.
Input frequency is 50 hertz.
The voltage at the output of the stabilizer is 220 volts.
The warranty period is 12 months.
Connecting sockets - a cord with a plug, as well as a socket for consumer power supply.
Screen type - digital display (liquid crystal).
The switching speed of the 1st channel is from 5 to 7 milliseconds.
Device type - relay switching keys, digital type.
The equalizer is most useful for power supplies with frequent large surges and dips. It is advisable to use the stabilizer with loads that have a constant or long-term mode of operation: heating boilers, life support systems in the form of thermostats, air conditioners, ventilation systems, and alarms.
The device is made with small overall dimensions. This makes it possible to place the device right next to the connected load of the consumer. The HUTER voltage stabilizer has a short-circuit current blocking in the form of a fuse-link. When the permissible power is exceeded, and in cases of a low input power supply, or vice versa, a very high value, the device turns off the power supply to the load. The device is protected according to class IP 20. The stabilizer consumes an insignificant amount of electrical energy. The efficiency is over 97%.
The operation of this stabilizer is based on the principle of adding voltage, and is performed using a discrete autotransformer and electronic control switches in the form of thyristors. When a voltage is input that differs from the nominal, the switch switches the power circuit of the device. At the same time, he connects the required transformer winding to the circuit. As a result, at the output of the stabilizer, an allowable voltage is obtained that corresponds to the passport information.
The body of the stabilizer is made of plastic and metal. At the top of the device there are control buttons and a digital screen with measuring instruments to control the voltage at the output and input. The huter stabilizer does not require forced ventilation and is effectively cooled naturally.
Graphic display of the main operating modes of voltage stabilizers
In one of the previous articles, the main types of voltage stabilizers were described, as well as instructions on how to connect them to the network with your own hands.This material introduces the main malfunctions of voltage stabilization devices and the possibility of their self-repair.
It must be remembered that a stabilizer of any type is a complex electrical or electromechanical device with many components inside, therefore, in order to repair it with your own hands, you must have a sufficiently deep knowledge of radio engineering. Repairing a voltage regulator also requires appropriate measuring equipment and tools.
Sophisticated stabilizer design
All voltage stabilization devices have a protection system that checks the input and output parameters for compliance with the rated value and operating conditions. Each stabilizer has its own protective complex, but several common ones can be distinguished. parameters, going beyond which will not allow the stabilizer to work:
Rated input voltage (stabilization limits);
Output voltage matching;
Excess load current;
Temperature range of components;
Various signals from indoor units.
The list of control parameters of the stabilizers specified in the technical characteristics
It is necessary to check whether there is a short circuit in the load, the input voltage, the temperature conditions of operation and study the meaning of the error codes displayed on the displays.
The most difficult thing is to find a breakdown in the stabilizer on triac keys, which are controlled by complex electronics. For repairs, you must have a diagram of the device, measuring instruments, including an oscilloscope. According to the given oscillograms at the control points, a malfunction is found in the structural module of the stabilizer, after which it is necessary to check each radio component in the defective unit.
The main nodes of the triac stabilizer
In relay stabilizers, the most common cause of failure is the relay that switches the transformer windings. Due to frequent switching, the relay contacts can burn out, jam, or the coil itself can burn out. If the output voltage fails or an error message appears, check all relays.
Power switches of the relay stabilizer
For a master unfamiliar with electronics, it will be easiest to fix an electromechanical (servo) stabilizer - its operation and reaction to voltage changes can be seen with the naked eye immediately after removing the protective casing. Due to the relative simplicity of the design and high stabilization accuracy, these stabilizers are very common - the most popular brands are Luxeon, Rucelf, Resanta.
Resant stabilizer, power 5 kW
If the stabilizer transformer began to warm up without a noticeable load, then a short circuit, called interturn, may have occurred between the turns. But, given the specifics of the operation of these devices, in which the terminals of the autotransformer or the secondary winding of the transformer are switched all the time in order to adjust the output voltage to the required value, we can conclude that the short circuit is somewhere in the switches.
Switching unit for relay stabilizer
In relay stabilizers (SVEN, Luxeon, Resanta) one of the relays can jam, and several turns of the transformer will be short-circuited... A similar situation can arise in thyristor (triac) stabilizers - one of the keys may fail and will "short" the output windings. The short-circuit voltage between turns, even with an adjustment step of 1-2V, will be enough to overheat the transformer.
Switching unit of the stabilizer on triacs
It is necessary to check the triac keys to exclude this breakdown. The thyristor or triac is checked by a tester - between the control electrode and the cathode, the resistance during forward and reverse measurements should be the same, and between the anode and cathode, it should tend to infinity.This check does not always guarantee reliability, therefore, to guarantee it is necessary to assemble a small measuring circuit, as shown in the video:
In servo-driven stabilizers, the windings do not switch, but adjacent turns can also be closed due to a mixture of soot, dust and graphite sawdust clogged in the space between the turns. Therefore, servo-driven stabilizers such as Resanta and others require periodic preventive cleaning of contaminated contact pads.
Many users have noticed that the speed of wear and contamination of the contacts of servo stabilizers depends on the operating environment, in particular, dust and moisture. Therefore, the craftsmen came up with a way to modify Resant's stabilizers, installing a fan from a computer processor (cooler) opposite the most commonly used autotransformer sector.
Miniature fan for servo stabilizer modification
A constantly running fan prevents dust from settling on the contact pads, preventing contamination and wear by removing abrasive particles from the working area. In addition to cleaning the contact surfaces, the fan installed in the Resant stabilizer will also contribute to better cooling of the autotransformer.
Repair of stabilizers with a servo drive, such as Resanta, should begin with an inspection of the working contact area of the autotransformer.
Carefully inspect the most worn areas of the contact turns
If the Resant's stabilizer was stored in a humid environment after a long time of operation, then the exposed unprotected copper contact pads could oxidize, which prevents the contact slider from contacting. Dust accumulated during downtime due to sparking can be flammable. Briefly about the prevention of electromechanical stabilizers and a demonstration of the servo drive in the video: