Megger 1700 tester opening

[blackops]

Hi i have a Megger 1730 and need to open it up to replace an internal fuse.

Does anyone know how to open the 1700 series testers?

Thanks

 

[buzzlightyear]

why are you changing the internal fuses .

 

[blackops]

Been told the internal fuse has blown, just want to know how to open the tester if anyone knows how to?

Thanks

 

[telectrix]

it's tedious but not difficult. i assume they will be similar to the 1500 series as regards opening. if so.......

first, after removing the battery pack, carefully (using a stanley blade) ease up a corner of the front label, then peel off label. under the label you'll find 4 fixing screws. remove these and ease off the front panel.unplug the ribbon cable and take front panel out of the way. don't lose the gasket. then the main halves of the casing ( again 4 screws) can be parted. the sockets panel for your test leads willl be a bit "sticky". when refixing the label, if it does not stick well,use a smear of pritt stck. don't use any form of permanent adhesive in case a future strip down is needed.

 

[blackops]

Thanks for the reply, no its different than the 1500 series testers

 

[telectrix]

i know it's a different meter, but think the procedure would be the same.

 

[blackops]

I have opened the 1500 testers before but the 1700 is different. Thanks

 

[telectrix]

OK, so try here:

Electrical test equipment | power station to plug | Megger - http://uk.megger.com/header/ask-a-question?product=MFT1700+series

 

[buzzlightyear]

how old is it ?

 

[Rpa07]

Nice answer Tel, that was like watching Blue Peter again - shame you didn't need scissors and a responsible adult!

first, after removing the battery pack, carefully (using a stanley blade) ease up a corner of the front label, then peel off label. under the label you'll find 4 fixing screws. remove these and ease off the front panel.unplug the ribbon cable and take front panel out of the way. don't lose the gasket. then the main halves of the casing ( again 4 screws) can be parted. the sockets panel for your test leads willl be a bit "sticky". when refixing the label, if it does not stick well,use a smear of pritt stck. don't use any form of permanent adhesive in case a future strip down is needed.

 

[Midwest]

Hi i have a Megger 1730 and need to open it up to replace an internal fuse.

Does anyone know how to open the 1700 series testers?

Thanks

There's a lid on the back marked battery cover, with two screws. Unscrew the screws, remove the lid, et voila two fuses revealed. Have you actually got a 1730