Megger 1kv IR faulty?

[Mpe123]

Hi, I have a megger 1741+ that won't perform the 1kv IR test.
Everything else on the tester is good but when I press test with 1kv IR settings it triple beeps, that's with the leads not connected to anything (or connected to a circuit).
Is there an easy fix for this or does it need sending back to megger?

Thanks

 

[timhoward]

Can I check something - on Megger's IR testing is press and hold the test button, and for 1kv there is a delayed start for safety.
Are you pressing and letting go or pressing and holding?

 

[Mpe123]

Ahhhh, thank you! Just have to hold test through the warning beeps and it carries out the test...

 

[timhoward]

Ahhhh, thank you! Just have to hold test through the warning beeps and it carries out the test...

Good stuff. That's a decent tester you have there.
When doing routine IR tests at 500v and 250v, still press and hold. My boss used to say 'don't be afraid to warm things up!'
Seeing how the IR changes with time can be informative, e.g. if the results improves the longer you hold it can suggest the test is drying out moist or damp cables.

 

[Mpe123]

Thank you, I had a metrel before and much prefer the Megger! I did wonder why there is a lock on the IR test, that must be why! Noted, thanks for the tip!

 

[SparkySy]

There is a lock on it, press the test button down and press the lock button, the symbol will appear on the screen in the middle right hand side saying it's locked on.