GE

Grid Solutions

Kelman™
DGA 900 MultiTank-family
Operator Guide
Transformer Oil
Dissolved Gas and Moisture Monitor

GEDE-GA_M-DLIS-TE.MA-036 Rev 1.2 9-Dec-21

Contents
Page
1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 8
1.1 MultiTank-family Overview ............................................................................................................. 8
1.2 Scope ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
1.3 Front Panel LEDs .............................................................................................................................. 11
2 Safety ...............................................................................................................12
2.1 Symbols ................................................................................................................................................ 12
2.2 Safety Statements ........................................................................................................................... 12
2.3 Hazardous Substances .................................................................................................................. 14
3 Technical Specifications ..............................................................................15
4 Compliance .....................................................................................................17
5 Power ...............................................................................................................18
6 HMI ....................................................................................................................19
6.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 19
6.2 Connections........................................................................................................................................ 20
6.3 Start-Up Procedure ......................................................................................................................... 21
6.4 Login....................................................................................................................................................... 21
6.5 Home page .......................................................................................................................................... 21
6.5.1 Local HMI ............................................................................................................................................................. 22
6.5.2 Remote HMI ........................................................................................................................................................ 23
6.6 Dashboard ........................................................................................................................................... 26
6.6.1 Quick Access ...................................................................................................................................................... 27
6.7 GAS / Diagnostics ............................................................................................................................. 30
6.7.1 Active Alarms ..................................................................................................................................................... 30
6.7.2 Measurements ................................................................................................................................................... 30
6.7.3 Duval Triangle .................................................................................................................................................... 31
6.7.4 Gas Ratio .............................................................................................................................................................. 33
6.7.5 Scheduler ............................................................................................................................................................. 33
6.8 Calculations ........................................................................................................................................ 35
6.8.1 Gas Ratios ............................................................................................................................................................ 35
6.8.2 Relative Saturation .......................................................................................................................................... 35
6.8.3 Gas Rate of Change ......................................................................................................................................... 36
6.8.4 Analog Inputs RoC Configuration ............................................................................................................... 36
6.9 Alarms ................................................................................................................................................... 37
6.9.1 Gases ..................................................................................................................................................................... 38
6.9.2 Gas Ratios ............................................................................................................................................................ 40
6.9.3 Gas Rate of Change ......................................................................................................................................... 42
6.9.4 Relative Saturation .......................................................................................................................................... 43
6.9.5 Analog Inputs ..................................................................................................................................................... 44
6.9.6 Analog Inputs Rate of Change ..................................................................................................................... 45
6.9.7 Digital Inputs ...................................................................................................................................................... 46
6.9.8 Digital Inputs Transition Total ..................................................................................................................... 46
6.10 Peripherals .......................................................................................................................................... 47
6.10.1 Peripheral Scheduler ....................................................................................................................................... 47
6.10.2 Analog Inputs ..................................................................................................................................................... 47
6.10.3 Digital Inputs ...................................................................................................................................................... 48
6.10.4 Input Measurements ....................................................................................................................................... 48
6.11 Settings ................................................................................................................................................. 49
6.11.1 Oil Source Settings ........................................................................................................................................... 49

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 6.11.2 Communications............................................................................................................................................... 50
6.11.3 Date & Time ........................................................................................................................................................ 51
6.11.4 SMS Alerting ....................................................................................................................................................... 52
6.11.5 Firewall ................................................................................................................................................................. 52
6.11.6 Communication Services ............................................................................................................................... 53
6.12 Service ................................................................................................................................................... 54
6.12.1 Measurement ..................................................................................................................................................... 54
6.12.2 Controller Reprogramming ........................................................................................................................... 55
6.12.3 Analysis Box Reprogramming ...................................................................................................................... 56
6.12.4 I/O Board Reprogramming ............................................................................................................................ 60
6.12.5 Gas Normalization ........................................................................................................................................... 61
6.12.6 Factory .................................................................................................................................................................. 62
6.12.7 User Administration ........................................................................................................................................ 66
6.12.8 Configuration Import ...................................................................................................................................... 67
6.13 TransOpto............................................................................................................................................ 68
6.13.1 Measurements ................................................................................................................................................... 68
6.13.2 Rate of Change .................................................................................................................................................. 68
6.13.3 Alarms ................................................................................................................................................................... 69
6.13.4 Rate of Change Alarms ................................................................................................................................... 70
6.13.5 Channels .............................................................................................................................................................. 71
6.13.6 Settings ................................................................................................................................................................. 71
6.14 BMT ......................................................................................................................................................... 72
6.14.1 General Settings ............................................................................................................................................... 72
6.14.2 Calibration ........................................................................................................................................................... 74
6.14.3 Configuration ..................................................................................................................................................... 75
6.14.4 Live Measurement............................................................................................................................................ 79
6.14.5 BMT Reprogramming ...................................................................................................................................... 81
6.15 Logout ................................................................................................................................................... 82
6.16 Shutdown Procedure ...................................................................................................................... 83
6.17 Error Notifications ........................................................................................................................... 84
6.17.1 Error Codes ......................................................................................................................................................... 86
6.17.2 Other Notifications .......................................................................................................................................... 87
7 Manual Oil Sampling .....................................................................................88
7.1 Sampling Arrangement.................................................................................................................. 88
7.2 Local HMI for manual sampling.................................................................................................. 89
7.3 Sampling Process ............................................................................................................................. 93
8 Communications............................................................................................95
8.1 DNP3 ...................................................................................................................................................... 95
8.2 IEC 61850 ............................................................................................................................................. 95
8.3 Modbus Protocol .............................................................................................................................. 95
8.4 HTTP / HTTPS Protocol................................................................................................................... 95
9 Technical Support .........................................................................................95
Appendix A Security Configuration ................................................................96
Appendix B Transportation PGA Lock ........................................................ 104
Appendix C Maintenance Activities ............................................................ 108
Appendix D Time Sync Implementation ..................................................... 114
Appendix E Alarm Settings: General Advice ............................................. 116
Contact & Copyright Details ............................................................................ 121

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List of Tables and Figures
Page
Figure 1-1: Inside MultiTank – Analysis module (left) & Hub module (right) .......................................... 8
Figure 1-2: TapTrans Analysis module (left) & MultiTrans Analysis module (right) ............................... 9
Table 1-1: Hub front panel LED lights ..................................................................................................... 11
Table 3-1: Measurements ....................................................................................................................... 15
Table 4-1: Type tests ............................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 5-1: Fuse holder ........................................................................................................................... 18
Table 5-1: External LED status indicators .............................................................................................. 18
Figure 6-1: Inside the Hub module – LCD top left .................................................................................. 19
Figure 6-2: Ethernet / USB HMI connection ........................................................................................... 20
Figure 6-3: Log-in page............................................................................................................................ 21
Table 6-1: User access rights .................................................................................................................. 21
Table 6-2: Oil sources .............................................................................................................................. 22
Figure 6-4: MultiTrans local HMI home page ......................................................................................... 22
Figure 6-5: TapTrans local HMI home page ............................................................................................ 23
Figure 6-6: MultiTrans remote HMI dashboard page ............................................................................. 24
Figure 6-7: MultiTrans oil sources .......................................................................................................... 25
Figure 6-8: TapTrans remote HMI dashboard page ............................................................................... 25
Figure 6-9: TapTrans oil tanks ................................................................................................................ 26
Figure 6-10: Last DGA Measurement ..................................................................................................... 26
Figure 6-11: Quick Access ....................................................................................................................... 27
Figure 6-12: Quick Access – Rapid Mode ............................................................................................... 28
Figure 6-13: Active Alarms...................................................................................................................... 30
Figure 6-14: Measurements.................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 6-15: Duval Diagnostic – MultiTrans (OS1) ................................................................................. 32
Figure 6-16: Duval Diagnostic – TapTrans (Div) ..................................................................................... 32
Figure 6-17: Gas Ratio ............................................................................................................................. 33
Figure 6-18: DGA Scheduler (MultiTrans) .............................................................................................. 34
Figure 6-19: DGA Scheduler (TapTrans) ................................................................................................. 34
Figure 6-20: Gas Ratio Settings .............................................................................................................. 35
Figure 6-21: Gas Ratio Settings – Ratio 1 definition .............................................................................. 35
Figure 6-22: Relative Saturation Settings .............................................................................................. 35
Figure 6-23: Gas RoC Configuration ....................................................................................................... 36
Figure 6-24: Analog Inputs RoC Configuration....................................................................................... 36
Figure 6-25: Gas Alarms Configuration .................................................................................................. 38
Figure 6-26: Hydrogen alerts .................................................................................................................. 39
Figure 6-27: Gas Ratio Alarms Configuration ........................................................................................ 40
Figure 6-28: Gas Ratio Alarms Configuration – Ratio 1 definition ........................................................ 41
Figure 6-29: Gas RoC Alarms Configuration .......................................................................................... 42
Figure 6-30: Relative Saturation Alarms Configuration ........................................................................ 43
Figure 6-31: Analog Inputs Alarms Configuration ................................................................................. 44
Figure 6-32: Analog Inputs RoC Alarms Configuration .......................................................................... 45
Figure 6-33: Digital Inputs Alarms Configuration .................................................................................. 46
Figure 6-34: Digital Inputs Transition Total Alarms Configuration ....................................................... 46
Figure 6-35: Peripheral Scheduler .......................................................................................................... 47
Figure 6-36: Analog Inputs Configuration .............................................................................................. 47
Figure 6-37: Analog Input 4 (4-20 mA Temperature Sensor) ................................................................ 47
Figure 6-38: Digital Input Configuration ................................................................................................. 48
Figure 6-39: Input Measurements .......................................................................................................... 48
Figure 6-40: Communications Settings .................................................................................................. 49

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Figure 6-41: Communications Settings .................................................................................................. 50
Figure 6-42: Date & Time ........................................................................................................................ 51
Figure 6-43: Date & Time Settings.......................................................................................................... 51
Figure 6-44: NTP Settings ....................................................................................................................... 51
Figure 6-45: SMS Alerting ....................................................................................................................... 52
Figure 6-46: Firewall configuration ........................................................................................................ 52
Figure 6-47: Communication Services ................................................................................................... 53
Figure 6-48: Measurement Settings ....................................................................................................... 54
Figure 6-49: Controller Reprogramming ................................................................................................ 55
Figure 6-50: Upgrade in progress ........................................................................................................... 55
Figure 6-51: Analysis Box Reprogramming ............................................................................................ 56
Figure 6-52: Drag and drop firmware file ............................................................................................... 57
Figure 6-53: Upload to host confirmation .............................................................................................. 57
Figure 6-54: Firmware package uploaded to host ................................................................................. 57
Figure 6-55: Upload to Analysis box confirmation................................................................................. 58
Figure 6-56: Ready to upgrade the Analysis box ................................................................................... 58
Figure 6-57: Analysis box firmware upgrade in progress ...................................................................... 59
Figure 6-58: Analysis box firmware upgrade complete ......................................................................... 59
Figure 6-59: I/O Board Reprogramming ................................................................................................. 60
Figure 6-60: Upgrade in progress ........................................................................................................... 60
Figure 6-61: Gas Normalization Settings ............................................................................................... 61
Figure 6-62: Factory Settings.................................................................................................................. 62
Figure 6-63: TapTrans HMI banner bar showing Safe Mode activated ................................................. 63
Figure 6-64: DGA Scheduler > Selector Scheduler Disabled (left) and Enabled (right) ....................... 63
Figure 6-65: TapTrans HMI banner bar showing Safe Mode cleared .................................................... 63
Table 6-3: Factory Settings: Data and configuration cleardown ........................................................... 64
Figure 6-66: Simulation mode ................................................................................................................ 65
Figure 6-67: Restart the device .............................................................................................................. 65
Figure 6-68: User Administration ........................................................................................................... 66
Figure 6-69: Change Password ............................................................................................................... 66
Table 6-4: Password Strength ................................................................................................................ 66
Figure 6-70: Configuration Import .......................................................................................................... 67
Figure 6-71: Configuration Import in progress ...................................................................................... 67
Figure 6-72: TransOpto Measurements ................................................................................................. 68
Figure 6-73: TransOpto RoC Configuration ............................................................................................ 68
Figure 6-74: TransOpto Alarms Configuration ....................................................................................... 69
Figure 6-75: Channel 1 High alerts ......................................................................................................... 69
Figure 6-76: TransOpto RoC Alarms Configuration ............................................................................... 70
Figure 6-77: Channel 2 High-High alerts ................................................................................................ 70
Figure 6-78: TransOpto Channels Settings ............................................................................................ 71
Figure 6-79: TransOpto Settings ............................................................................................................ 71
Figure 6-80: General Settings ................................................................................................................. 72
Figure 6-81: Primary and Secondary bushing settings & CT and temperature sensor sliders ............ 73
Figure 6-82: Temperature sensor configuration .................................................................................... 74
Figure 6-83: Failures detection ............................................................................................................... 74
Figure 6-84: Bushing Adaptor Failure Alarms ........................................................................................ 74
Figure 6-85: HF / LF multipliers and Input Impedance .......................................................................... 75
Figure 6-86: HF / LF multipliers and Input Impedance .......................................................................... 75
Figure 6-87: HF / LF multipliers and Input Impedance .......................................................................... 75
Figure 6-88: Live HF Noise ...................................................................................................................... 75
Figure 6-89: Exponential Moving Average Configuration ...................................................................... 76
Figure 6-90: Input signalling monitoring / configuration ....................................................................... 76

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Figure 6-91: HF Gain and Control ........................................................................................................... 76
Figure 6-92: Noise threshold .................................................................................................................. 77
Figure 6-93: PD Settings and Correlation PDi-RH .................................................................................. 77
Figure 6-94: Failures detection ............................................................................................................... 77
Figure 6-95: Failures detection ............................................................................................................... 78
Figure 6-96: Bushing profiles and mappings .......................................................................................... 78
Figure 6-97: Live Measurement .............................................................................................................. 79
Figure 6-98: Bushing readings ................................................................................................................ 79
Figure 6-99: PD & PDi-RH correlations ................................................................................................... 80
Figure 6-100: Chart ................................................................................................................................. 81
Figure 6-101: BMT Reprogramming........................................................................................................ 81
Figure 6-102: Upgrade in progress ......................................................................................................... 82
Figure 6-103: Logout ............................................................................................................................... 82
Figure 6-104: Log-in page ....................................................................................................................... 82
Figure 6-105: System Info – Standby ..................................................................................................... 83
Figure 6-106: Measurement started ...................................................................................................... 83
Figure 6-107: PGA and Oxygen Sensor Error States.............................................................................. 84
Figure 6-108: PGA Errors ........................................................................................................................ 85
Table 6-5: PGA Errors .............................................................................................................................. 86
Table 6-6: Oxygen sensor error codes.................................................................................................... 87
Figure 6-109: MicroSD card memory usage ........................................................................................... 87
Figure 7-1: Oil filter location (above) and manual sampling ports (below) (TapTrans Analysis module)
................................................................................................................................................................. 88
Figure 7-2: Manual sampling port with quick connect fitting................................................................ 89
Figure 7-3: Valve orientation .................................................................................................................. 89
Figure 7-4: Sampling assembly ............................................................................................................... 89
Figure 7-5: Luer fitting on assembly ....................................................................................................... 89
Figure 7-6: Local HMI: Quick Access ....................................................................................................... 90
Figure 7-7: Manual Sampling .................................................................................................................. 90
Figure 7-8: Purging Oil ............................................................................................................................. 91
Figure 7-9: Take manual oil sample ........................................................................................................ 91
Figure 7-10: Manual Sampling cannot be started.................................................................................. 92
Figure 7-11: Dashboard: Stop Measurement ......................................................................................... 92
Figure 7-12: Manual oil sampling flowchart ........................................................................................... 93
Table A-1: External Interfaces ................................................................................................................ 97
Table A-2: Protocols ................................................................................................................................ 98
Figure A-1: Settings > Communication Services.................................................................................... 98
Figure A-2: Communication Services ..................................................................................................... 99
Figure A-3: Firewall Settings ................................................................................................................. 101
Figure A-4: Default policy options ........................................................................................................ 101
Figure A-5: Specific policy options........................................................................................................ 102
Figure A-6: LAN interface ...................................................................................................................... 102
Figure A-7: LAN interface ...................................................................................................................... 102
Figure A-8: Accept HTTPS ..................................................................................................................... 102
Figure B-1: PGA lock – engaged ............................................................................................................ 104
Figure B-2: PGA lock – pins and locking bracket secured with cable ties ........................................... 104
Figure B-3: PGA lock – remove pins...................................................................................................... 105
Figure B-4: PGA lock – remove plastic nuts ......................................................................................... 105
Figure B-5: PGA lock – remove metal bracket ..................................................................................... 105
Figure B-6: PGA lock – insert metal bracket ........................................................................................ 106
Figure B-7: PGA lock – attach plastic nuts ........................................................................................... 106
Figure B-8: PGA lock – insert pins......................................................................................................... 106

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Figure B-9: PGA lock – pin to enclosure hole ....................................................................................... 107
Figure B-10: PGA lock – pins and locking bracket secured with cable ties......................................... 107
Figure C-1: Controller PCB coin cell battery......................................................................................... 108
Figure C-2: GMCU PCB coin cell battery ............................................................................................... 108
Figure C-3: Hub fan air inlet .................................................................................................................. 109
Figure C-4: Detached inlet cover with filter – facedown ..................................................................... 109
Figure C-5: Detached inlet cover with filter removed ......................................................................... 109
Figure C-6: Filter mesh cartridge – face up .......................................................................................... 109
Figure C-7: Louvre catchment tray – attached .................................................................................... 110
Figure C-8: Louvre gasket – tray removed ........................................................................................... 110
Figure C-9: Louvre catchment tray – detached & filter removed........................................................ 110
Figure C-10: Louvre air filter ................................................................................................................. 110
Figure C-11: Oil connections – TapTrans (left) & MultiTrans (right) ................................................... 111
Figure C-12: Oil filter ............................................................................................................................. 111
Figure C-13: Internal push-fit cover removal ....................................................................................... 111
Figure C-14: Peltier cooler .................................................................................................................... 113
Figure C-15: Fan group electrical connection ...................................................................................... 113
Figure C-16: Peltier cooling fins ............................................................................................................ 113
Figure C-17: Fan group detached from cooler ..................................................................................... 113
Table D-1: Timing................................................................................................................................... 114
Table D-2: UNIX time registers ............................................................................................................. 114
Table D-3: Access flags ......................................................................................................................... 115
Table D-4: Modifier flags ....................................................................................................................... 115
Table E-1: Main Tank: Gas Level Alarms ............................................................................................... 117
Table E-2: ROC alarms (key gas values) ............................................................................................... 117
Table E-3: ROC alarms (for ROC in ml/day) .......................................................................................... 119
Table E-4: Measurement intervals........................................................................................................ 119

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Abbreviations & Definitions

Abbreviation Meaning
HMI Human Machine Interface
PCB Printed Circuit Board
I/O Input / Output
GMCU Gas Manifold Control Unit
OMCU Oil Manifold Control Unit
PGA Photoacoustic Gas Analyser
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
PCC (cable) Power, Communications and Control
RoC Rate of Change

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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 MultiTank-family Overview
The MultiTank-family is an overarching term for the following products — Kelman™ DGA
900 MultiTrans and Kelman™ DGA 900 TapTrans (herein referred to as the products
MultiTrans and TapTrans respectively). The products are multigas online DGA (Dissolved
Gas Analysis) and moisture monitoring systems for implementing Asset Performance
Management (APM) across electrical generation, transmission, distribution and
industrial applications.
The products can detect and diagnose incipient faults and trend asset health via the
monitoring of critical gases including moisture in the transformer oil. This includes any
mineral oil or ester-based fluid (natural or synthetic). The products measure nine
certified fault gases on three oil sources: hydrogen, methane, ethane, ethylene, carbon
monoxide, carbon dioxide, acetylene, oxygen, nitrogen as well as water content and the
transformer load current. Such data provides insight on transformer condition criteria,
such as developing faults, paper degradation and electrical arcing.
Once installed, operation is intuitive and programmable. The products can be managed
remotely over a network via a web-based interface or locally via a touchscreen interface.
All results are stored within the product, but online management is recommended.
Results and the full product database can also be downloaded to a PC for analysis,
aggregation and trending with the Perception software suite.
As part of the DGA 900 family, both products comprise of an Analysis module (with
internal cover) where the oil samples are analysed, and a Hub module where all other
hardware and functionality is located, as shown for example, in Figure 1-1.

Figure 1-1: Inside MultiTank – Analysis module (left) & Hub module (right)

The Hub module runs the relevant product firmware and communications options, but
the Analysis module is where the hardware differs as shown in Figure 1-2. The TapTrans
has two oil manifolds to measure oil from the transformer main tank and on-load tap

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 changer (OLTC), including the selector and diverter tanks where they exist. The
MultiTrans has one oil manifold to measure oil from three separate oil tanks, for
example, three transformer tanks operating in a single-phase bank.

Figure 1-2: TapTrans Analysis module (left) & MultiTrans Analysis module (right)

The products feature:

▪ An innovative two-enclosure design connecting the two modules by a Power,
Communications and Control (PCC) cable for a more flexible installation
configuration. The Analysis module contains the PGA measurement technology,
whereas the Hub module contains the communications technology and HMI screen.
The modules have IP56-rated aluminium enclosures (compliant in the installed
upright position) and are powder coated to the RAL 9002 colour.
▪ An automated headspace gas extraction manifold to extract target gases from the oil
sample. Note: Two manifolds for the TapTrans product.
▪ Advanced high precision Photo-Acoustic Spectroscopy (PAS) sensing technology
based on a robust multi-point individual gas calibration process using certified gases
to calibrate the PGA.
▪ Complete multi-gas analysis (nine gases and moisture) with a user-configurable
sampling frequency from once per hour to once every four weeks including remote
alert capabilities. All gas sensing is carried out internally without a need for carrier
gases or recalibration. Minimal equipment care*1 and no requirement for costly
consumables.
▪ Improved lower detection limits and measurement repeatability for earlier detection
of incipient faults on the transformer being monitored.
▪ Transformer load tracking (CT analogue input as standard).
▪ Watchdog relay as standard to monitor power fluctuations.
▪ Six configurable relay contacts based on absolute gas and moisture values (with one
dedicated for service).
▪ Five optional analogue inputs (for example used by 4-20 mA, RTD or PT100).
▪ Three digital inputs (optional configurations available).

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 ▪ Compatible with AC or DC power.
▪ Four sunlight-visible LED arrays on the exterior of the Hub module — red for alarm,
yellow for caution (both user-configurable) — and green for power, blue for service.
▪ A fully embedded microprocessor with 4 GB non-volatile internal memory storage,
highly scalable analogue and digital I/Os, an embedded webserver, 8 GB SD card to
hold measurement data and an integrated 7 in. colour LCD screen with resistive
touch for simplified local user interaction and visualization of data.
▪ The infrastructure provides a platform for expansion and future feature
enhancements complemented by an extensive range of secure communications
options. These include Ethernet, RS-485, cellular modem (SMS Text Alerts /GPRS), and
fibre optic options (IEC61850 or DNP3). Internal USB connection is provided for
commissioning and service, or local data download. Other options may be available
on request.
▪ Compatibility with GE’s advanced fleet management software, such as Perception
and APM solutions, providing data download, trending, analysis and configuration of
assets. Supports industry standard protocols for communication with other non-GE
supervisory, data analysis and historian systems.
*1 Note: The only recommended equipment care is periodic cleaning of the air filters, in-
line oil filter and battery replacement.

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1.2 Scope
This guide outlines the use of the HMI, manual sampling function and general equipment
care activities for a MultiTank product.

1.3 Front Panel LEDs

Table 1-1 outlines the LEDs on the front panel of the Hub module.
Table 1-1: Hub front panel LED lights
LED Colour Symbol Meaning
Alarm A measured parameter has exceeded a user-programmed
“alarm” threshold.

Caution A measured parameter has exceeded a user-programmed

“warning” threshold.

Power 24 V Power OK.

Service Service required. Triggered by a warning service event if the

product detects internal issues or if equipment settings are
exceeded. If scheduled, the product will still attempt another
measurement and clear any service condition if the issue is no
longer present.

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2 SAFETY
2.1 Symbols
The meaning of symbols used on MultiTank-family products:

Refer to the Installation Manual / Operator Guide to prevent death, injury,

equipment damage or loss of data.

Electrical Hazard. Risk of electric shock.

Primary Protective Earth connection.

Hot surfaces may be present.

The meaning of symbols used in this guide:

WARNING : A procedure, practice, or condition that could cause death or serious

injury and/or significant equipment damage.

A procedure, practice, or condition could cause minor injury, equipment

damage or loss of data.

Electrical Hazard: Risk of electric shock.

Hot surfaces may be present.

2.2 Safety Statements

The following safety statements must be observed:

The customer and installer are responsible for ensuring that all local
regulations and site policies are complied with concerning safe working
practices.

If working at height, third parties must have received appropriate training

for working at height prior to work commencing. This includes, but is not
limited to, ‘Working at height’ and ‘Using Mobile Elevated Working
Platforms’ training.

If working at a height greater than 4 feet (1.2 metres) or at a height greater

than that stipulated by national or site regulatory requirements, it is the

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 responsibility of the installer to ensure that planned work complies with
those requirements.

The installer shall also ensure that any third-party equipment, such as an
approved platform, scaffold or lift is suitable and safe before commencing
work. Ladders or improvised platforms do not meet GE service engineer
requirements.

The minimum ambient temperature for installation and service activities is

−10 °C.

Do not open the cabinet during inclement weather.

Hot surfaces present on oil pipes and risk of contact with mineral oil. Use
suitable PPE.

Before commencing any installation or maintenance work, ensure that the

product is disconnected from the mains supply via the external switch or
circuit breaker.

Ensure all power sources, including relays, are de-energised as stipulated

by lockout-tagout (LOTO) requirements before performing any
maintenance work inside the product.

Hazardous voltages are accessible when the doors are open. The Analysis
module door shall only be opened for service access by suitably qualified
and authorised service personnel. Under normal use, the Hub module door
can be opened to access the HMI. The doors shall be kept shut and locked
at all other times.

If the equipment is installed or used in a manner not specified by the

manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Only GE-trained and certified personnel may commission GE Kelman

products. Commissioning tasks include making any connections and/or
performing any work within the modules, or performing tasks such as
purging the oil circuit between the transformer and the product, and/or all
first start-up procedures relating to equipment or firmware/software.

WARNING: All procedures in this manual must be followed. Any deviation

could cause irreversible damage to the transformer being monitored and/or
the product, and could lead to property damage, personal injury and/or
death.

The product provides IP56 water spray protection. It is possible for a water
deluge system to exceed IP56 thresholds depending on the location,
pressure and direction of the water jets. Should customers require testing a
water deluge system in the area in which the product is installed, GE
recommends powering down the product and draping it with a suitable
waterproof covering.

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2.3 Hazardous Substances
The gases measured in the product are extracted from the oil and expelled to the
atmosphere via the exhaust vent on the external base of the Analysis module. The area
around the exhaust vent should be kept clear and unobstructed. All expelled gases are at
concentrations that are nonflammable, nontoxic and quickly diluted in the surrounding
atmosphere. The expelled gases are not hazardous to health or life.

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3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
The product meets the following technical specification as outlined in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1: Measurements
PARAMETER VALUE/MEETS
GAS MEASURED *1 & 10
RANGE ACCURACY *2 & 3 REPEATABILITY
*2

Hydrogen (H2) 5 – 5,000 ppm ± 5% or ± LDL <3%

Methane (CH4) 2 – 50,000 ppm ± 3% or ± LD L <2%
Ethane (C2H6) 1 – 50,000 ppm ± 3% or ± LDL <2%
Ethylene (C2H4) 1 – 50,000 ppm ± 3% or ± LDL <2%
Acetylene (C2H2) 0.5 – 50,000 ppm ± 3% or ± LDL <2%
Carbon Monoxide (CO) 1 – 50,000 ppm ± 3% or ± LDL <2%
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) 20 – 50,000 ppm ± 3% or ± LDL <3%
Oxygen (O2) 100 – 50,000 ppm ± 5% or ± LDL <3%
Nitrogen (N2) *4 10,000 – 100,000 ppm ± 15% or ± LDL <3%
Moisture (H2O) 0 – 100% Relative ± 3.5% <3%
Saturation *5
Measurement frequency Variable – Once per hour to once every 4 weeks
ENVIRONMENTAL*11
Operating external −40 °C to 55 °C
temperature range
Storage temperature 0 °C to 45 °C
range
Oil temperature range *6 −20 °C to 120 °C
Altitude Up to 2000 m
Atmospheric pressure Up to 1050 mbar
Operating humidity 10 – 95% RH non-condensing
Enclosure IP56 (when installed in the vertical position)
Weight *7 MultiTrans TapTrans
Analysis module: 32 kg (71 lb) 37 kg (82 lb)
Hub module: 18.5 kg (40.8 lb) 18.5 kg (40.8 lb)
2m PCC cable: 0.8 kg(1.83 lb) 0.8 kg(1.83 lb)
Product weight: 51.3 kg (128.3 lb) 56.3 kg (128.3 lb)
Pollution Degree 2
POWER REQUIREMENTS Nominal input voltage range:
100-250 V DC 4 A
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 4 A
Input voltage range:
90-264 V AC
90-275 V DC
AC frequency range:
45-65 Hz
Single phase Alarm Relays: 10 A 250 V AC, 10 A 30 V DC, 0.3 A 110 V DC, 0.12 A 220 V DC
NO and NC provided
Over Voltage Category II
Fuses *9 10 A 600 V AC/DC EATON KLM-10
Coin cells Panasonic CR2450 3 V 620 mAh

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 *1
Note: Parameters specified in application with mineral oil.
*2
Note: Accuracy and repeatability are quoted for the detectors under factory
calibration and test levels. Gas-in-oil measurements may be affected by
sampling and/or oil type.
*3
Note: Whichever is greater.
*4
Note: Available on free-breathing transformers only.
*5
Note: Given in ppm.
*6
Note: Based on testing carried out using VOLTESSO™ 35 mineral oil over a ¼ in. pipe
run of 10 metres or less from oil supply or return valve to product connection
point, and on transformer oil supply valve volumes of 200 ml or less. For oil
temperatures colder than −20 ºC, GE recommends the use of heat trace cabling
on piping. Low oil viscosity reduces oil flow.
*7
Note: The weight depends on the order specification. The stated weight is for a base
product without packaging and excludes options such as a mounting stand.
Check the shipping document for the exact packaged weight.
*8
Note: Maximum DC breaking capacity for a resistive load.
*9
Note: Use only the approved and recommended fuse to ensure continued fire
protection and compliance.
*10
Note: Laboratory results can vary greatly worldwide as has been established through
many round-robin tests. Any comparison of product measurement results
against laboratory results need to be considered in this context.
*11
Note: It is possible for a small amount of condensation to form on the inner surface of
the Analysis enclosure. This occurs under certain environmental conditions and
does not affect the performance or reliability of the product.

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4 COMPLIANCE
The product is designed to meet the following type tests as listed in Table 4-1.
Table 4-1: Type tests
CATEGORY STANDARD CLASS/LEVEL TEST
EMC Emissions CISPR 11 A Radiated & Conducted Emissions
EN 61326- FCC Part 15 Meets the Radiated & Conducted Emissions
1:2006 requirements of A
EN 61000-3-2 A Harmonic Current Emissions
Limits
EMC Immunity EN 61000-4-2 IV Electrostatic Discharge
EN 61326- EN 61000-4-3 III Electromagnetic Field Immunity
1:2006
EN 61000-4-4 III Electrical Fast Transients
IEC 61000-6-5:
2015 EN 61000-4-5 III Surge Immunity
EN 61000-4-6 III Conducted RF Immunity
EN 61000-4-8 IV & V Magnetic Field Immunity
EN 61000-4-11 III Voltage Dips & Interruptions
IEC 61000-4-12 2.5 kV & 1 kV Oscillatory Wave
IEC 61000-4-16 A Mains frequency voltage
EN 60255-5 5 kV, 2 kV & Impulse, Dielectric & Insulation
500 V DC resistance testing
Environmental IEC 60068-2-1 −40 °C Cold
Tests IEC 60068-2-2 55 °C Dry Heat
IEC 60068-2-6 10 – 500 Hz, Vibration
0.5 g operation
10 – 500 Hz,
1 g endurance
IEC 60068-2-30 55 °C, 95% RH Damp Heat
EN 60529 IP56 Degree of Protection
Safety IEC 61010-1 2010
EN 61010-1 2010

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5 POWER
The product is wired directly to the mains so is continually powered on. The mains fuse
holder for the product is shown in Figure 5-1 and is located towards the bottom right-
hand side of the Hub module. Note: This is not a point of electrical isolation.

Live

Neutral

Earth

Fuse holder

Figure 5-1: Fuse holder

The product uses four external sunlight-visible LEDs on the front door. Each LED has two
states – ‘Off’ (-) or ‘On’ as outlined in Table 5-1.
Table 5-1: External LED status indicators
Mode Alarm Caution Power Service
red LED amber LED green LED blue LED
Power Off - - - -
Normal - - On -
Alarm On - On -
Caution - On On -
Service - - On On

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6 HMI
6.1 Introduction
The local HMI features an integrated 7 in. colour LCD panel with resistive touch screen
and embedded webserver. The remote HMI is via a wireless comms option (or direct USB
connection) to a web browser. The latter being the preferred means of interaction with
the product since it offers the convenience of accessing the product from anywhere
using a full screen web browser. The remote HMI is optimised for Chrome, but has also
been tested in Firefox and Edge. The local HMI allows operators to interact directly with
the product onsite without additional equipment. However, the local HMI facility is
intended as an alternative or secondary access method in situations where network
connectivity is unavailable.

To prevent exposure of the internal equipment to extreme weather or

other adverse environmental conditions, ensure additional cover is in place
prior to opening the door.

The LCD panel is in the Hub module and is visible when the door is open as shown in
Figure 6-1.

Figure 6-1: Inside the Hub module – LCD top left

The LCD and web server are powered on by default as soon as power is supplied to the
product. Access to the HMI can be gained locally via the resistive touch screen (using a
finger or stylus) or remotely through the Web from any computer. Both HMI experiences
are comparable with a similar look and feel.
Note: This guide primarily uses screenshots from the remote Web access HMI. The
images rendered on the local HMI are similar, but some have a different layout
due to the smaller screen.
Note: This guide displays screens from an Administrator login. All user logins have a
similar look and feel, but some features are dependent on the type of user.

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 Note: If there are any rendering issues on the remote HMI, press Ctrl + F5 to
refresh.
Note: If using Internet Explorer 11, ensure that the option for ‘Compatibility View’ is
disabled.

6.2 Connections
The remote HMI can also be accessed from a laptop via a direct physical connection to
the product. The product ships with the default IP address as shown in Figure 6-2. Use
either an Ethernet or USB cable to make the connection as shown in Figure 6-2.

Figure 6-2: Ethernet / USB HMI connection

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6.3 Start-Up Procedure
When the product is powered on or rebooted, the PGA takes several minutes to
initialise. If using the remote access HMI, the icon denotes that the initialization
process is not yet complete.

6.4 Login
The log-in page prompts for a username and password as shown in Figure 6-3. The
product ships with a default username and password that can be changed after initial
login.

Figure 6-3: Log-in page

The system supports three roles with different levels of access as outlined in Table 6-1.
Table 6-1: User access rights
Role Access
Observer View information only (includes downloading if using the remote HMI)
Operator View information and make configuration changes.
Administrator View information, make configuration changes and perform user
administration e.g. change passwords.

Note: The session inactivity timeout is 10 minutes.

The Administrator can omit to set a password for the ‘Observer’ role. This means anyone
with physical access to the product or a connected computer can observe the gas levels
and measurements etc. without the need to supply a password. See Section 6.12.7 for
user administration details.

6.5 Home page

MultiTank-family products share a common interface and functionality profile with the
base DGA 900. Table 6-2 outlines the default oil sources and other available oil sources
per product.

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 Table 6-2: Oil sources
Tanks / Oil sources # TapTrans (label) MultiTrans (label)
1 Main (Main) Oil Source 1 (OS1)

2 Diverter (Div) Oil Source 2 (OS2)

3 Selector (Sel) Oil Source 3 (OS3)

The banner bar on each page shows the product name, signal strength, oil source or
tank, language, username and menu bar as shown in Figure 6-4 to Figure 6-9.
Note: All data shown relates to the chosen oil source or tank. All HMI elements and
data are clearly demarcated with the appropriate blue source labels as
appropriate for the chosen oil source or tank (as listed in brackets on Table
6-2).

6.5.1 Local HMI

The MultiTrans local HMI home page on the default Oil Source 1 (OS1) is shown in Figure
6-4. To choose a different oil source, press the blue oil source button on the banner bar.

Figure 6-4: MultiTrans local HMI home page

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 The TapTrans local HMI home page on the default Main tank is shown in Figure 6-5. To
choose a different oil tank, press the blue oil tank button on the banner bar.

Figure 6-5: TapTrans local HMI home page

Note: For all manual sampling HMI functionality, see Section 7.2.

6.5.2 Remote HMI

The remote access HMI presents a detailed dashboard as shown in Figure 6-6 and Figure
6-8. The Dashboard page displays details of the Last DGA measurement for the selected
oil source or tank, a Quick Access panel, System Information and a trend chart below.
MultiTrans remote access HMI with home page data for the default Oil Source 1 (OS1) is
shown inFigure 6-6.

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 Figure 6-6: MultiTrans remote HMI dashboard page

Click the blue dropdown list button on the banner bar to choose between showing data
for Oil Source 1, Oil Source 2 or Oil Source 3 as shown in Figure 6-7.

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 Figure 6-7: MultiTrans oil sources

TapTrans remote access HMI with home page data for the default Main tank is shown in
Figure 6-8.

Figure 6-8: TapTrans remote HMI dashboard page

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 Click the blue dropdown list button on the banner bar to choose between showing data
for the Main, Diverter or Selector tanks as shown in Figure 6-9.

Figure 6-9: TapTrans oil tanks

6.6 Dashboard
Let’s examine the dashboard of the remote web-based HMI section by section.
The ‘Last DGA Measurement’ panel as shown in Figure 6-10 lists the measurement date
and time stamp, gas levels (with measurements in PPM) displayed numerically and
represented graphically on a bar chart marked with the configured Caution (H for High)
and Alarm (HH for High High) levels.
Blue signifies a reading within the normal limits, yellow a caution — the reading has
exceeded the High (H) level, and red an alarm – the reading has exceeded the High-High
level.
Rest the pointer on any gas to obtain the full name in a tooltip. After the next
measurement completes, the details automatically update.

Figure 6-10: Last DGA Measurement

The ‘System Info’ panel (top right of Figure 6-8) gives the current date, time, product
state, scheduler mode (Normal, Alarm, Caution) and next scheduled measurement.
Indicators show the status of the alarm, caution and service LEDs as well as the six
relays. There is also a free text ID field to assign a meaningful name to the product. The
default is the product’s serial number. Note: Only Operator or Administrator changes will
be saved. The product’s serial and firmware version numbers are also listed.

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 The trend chart panel (bottom of Figure 6-8) provides a variety of trend charts —
Historical, Thermal, Humidity, and RTD Sensor. The default trend chart is an Historical
Chart that plots selected gas readings over time. Use the gas legend to identify the gas
and the date selector control to change the timeframe. Rest the pointer on any data
point on a plot line to obtain a tooltip with a timestamped gas value. Click a gas label on
the legend to toggle the display of the plotted gas on or off.
Note: This manual illustrates common functionality using a MultiTrans on Oil Source 1
(typically). HMI functionality is the same irrespective of the product or oil
source. Blue labels next to the relevant item of information denote the oil
source or tank to which it relates.

6.6.1 Quick Access

The Quick Access panel in the centre of the HMI as shown in Figure 6-11 offers additional
functionality. Note: Any features currently in development are disabled.

Figure 6-11: Quick Access

The following Quick Access features are available:

6.6.1.1 Diagnostics

Click Diagnostics to access the Duval Triangle or Gas Ratio diagnostics.

6.6.1.2 Save Configuration

Click Save Configuration to export settings to a PC or import settings from a PC.

Product configuration details (including alarm settings) can be saved to a PC file and
then uploaded to a replacement product eliminating the need to re-input the original
settings. See also 6.12.8 Configuration Import.

6.6.1.3 Download Log

Click Download Log to access the available log files. Choose from a System Log, TFD
Log, CFR Log and PGA Advanced Techlog. These service files contain product

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 performance data that is used to check product functionality. If requested, download and
send the relevant log files to the GE M&D Service Support team for analysis. Note: Logs
are saved in the PC Downloads folder.

6.6.1.4 Enter Rapid Mode

Rapid mode is a means of on demand sampling and uses a smaller quantity of oil to
deliver a result in around 30 minutes. Rapid mode measures four critical gases —
hydrogen, acetylene, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide — and water, and charts the
measurements below. The ability to invoke successive quick measurement cycles over a
short period can indicate the speed at which a fault is progressing.
Note: Rapid mode measurements are performed independently of all other
measurements and do not affect alarms, relays or calculations.
Click Enter Rapid Mode to access the rapid mode options. The Quick Access panel
displays the available options as shown in Figure 6-12.

Figure 6-12: Quick Access – Rapid Mode

Note: If a measurement is already in progress, the options are disabled.

6.6.1.4.1 Start 1x Rapid Mode

To start a single rapid mode measurement, click Start 1x Rapid Mode.

6.6.1.4.2 Start 4x Rapid Mode

To start four rapid mode measurements in succession, click Start 4x Rapid Mode.

6.6.1.4.3 Stop Measurement

To cancel an active Rapid Mode measurement, click Stop Measurement.

6.6.1.4.4 Exit Rapid Mode

To exit Rapid Mode and return to the main dashboard, click Exit Rapid Mode.

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6.6.1.5 Start / Stop Measurement

Click Start Measurement to manually initiate a measurement cycle. Click Stop

Measurement to manually terminate a measurement cycle. The state in the System Info
pane updates to reflect the intervention in the measurement state.
Note: The button reflects the current state of measurement.

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6.7 GAS / Diagnostics
6.7.1 Active Alarms
Select GAS / Diagnostics > Active Alarms to open the Active Alarms page as shown in
Figure 6-13.

Figure 6-13: Active Alarms

Note: Deadbands are specified in the units relating to what is measured. E.g. PPM for
gas, degrees Celsius (°C) for temperature. See Section 6.9 for a definition of
deadbands.

6.7.2 Measurements
Select GAS / Diagnostics > Measurements to open the Measurements page as shown
in Figure 6-14. The Measurements page reports the values of all variables from a
measurement cycle. The most recent measurement cycle is listed first. Use the scroll
buttons to navigate to previous measurements.

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 Figure 6-14: Measurements

6.7.3 Duval Triangle

Select GAS / Diagnostics > Duval to open the Duval Diagnostic page as shown in Figure
6-15.

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 Figure 6-15: Duval Diagnostic – MultiTrans (OS1)

Use the ‘Select Diagnostic’ dropdown menu to apply other Duval diagnostic options.
Figure 6-16 shows a TapTrans product with the Duval Diagnostic applied to the on-load
tap changer.

Figure 6-16: Duval Diagnostic – TapTrans (Div)

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6.7.4 Gas Ratio
Select GAS / Diagnostics > Gas Ratio to open the Gas Ratio page as shown in Figure
6-17.

Figure 6-17: Gas Ratio

6.7.5 Scheduler
MultiTank products manage up to three oil sources / tanks and these are enabled by
default as outlined in Section 6.11.1. It is recommended to use the scheduling capability
described here to enable / disable DGA measurements rather than the oil sources /
tanks.
To schedule a DGA measurement cycle, select GAS / Diagnostics > Scheduler to open
the DGA Scheduler page as shown in Figure 6-18.
Use the ‘tank / oil source’ dropdown (blue label top right of screen) to choose the
relevant oil source or tank to schedule a DGA measurement on. In this example Figure
6-18 shows a MultiTrans on Oil Source 1.
Use the Scheduler Enabled slider control to enable the master scheduler.
Set the required date and time, for example, as shown in Figure 6-18.
Note: Each oil source / tank can be independently enabled and scheduled.
Use the [oil source # / tank] Scheduler Enabled slider control to enable the scheduler
on the chosen oil source / tank.
Note: It is conceivable that one or more oil sources / tanks may be inactive or run
with differing measurement schedules. While each oil source / tank can be
independently controlled, it is recommended to keep each oil source / tank
enabled and to use the source / tank scheduler to control the scheduling of

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 measurements to avoid any scheduling conflicts, such as where an oil source is
disabled with a measurement scheduled.
Set the required measurement intervals for the Normal, Caution and Alarm modes.
The default intervals are 12 hours, 6 hours, and 3 hours respectively.
Note: When deciding interval periods, consider the number of oil sources / tanks to
be measured. If two or more active oil sources / tanks have an interval set to 1
hour, measurements may be skipped due to the scheduling conflict.

Figure 6-18: DGA Scheduler (MultiTrans)

Repeat these steps as indicated on Figure 6-18 as appropriate for each oil source / tank.
Figure 6-19 shows the DGA Scheduler page for TapTrans on the Diverter tank configured
similarly.

Figure 6-19: DGA Scheduler (TapTrans)

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6.8 Calculations
6.8.1 Gas Ratios
Select Calculations > Gas Ratios to open the Gas Ratio Settings page as shown in
Figure 6-20. Note: Ratios can be set for each tank.

Figure 6-20: Gas Ratio Settings

Choose the relevant > icon to expand the ratio definition as shown in Figure 6-21.

Figure 6-21: Gas Ratio Settings – Ratio 1 definition

Type a Ratio Name and select the relevant gases.

Note: Nitrogen (N2) is available as a choice only if Nitrogen Measurement is enabled.
Refer to the IEEE® C57.104 and IEC® 60599 standards for alarm settings or Appendix E.

6.8.2 Relative Saturation

Select Calculations > Relative Saturation to open the Relative Saturation settings
page as shown in Figure 6-22.

Figure 6-22: Relative Saturation Settings

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6.8.3 Gas Rate of Change
Select Calculations > Gas Rate of Change to open the Gas RoC Configuration page as
shown in Figure 6-23. See Appendix E for more details on settings.

Figure 6-23: Gas RoC Configuration

6.8.4 Analog Inputs RoC Configuration

Select Calculations > Analog Inputs Rate of Change to open the Analog Inputs RoC
Configuration page as shown in Figure 6-24. The default is for a CT to be installed on
Analogue Input 1. The product supports up to five additional analogue inputs.

Figure 6-24: Analog Inputs RoC Configuration

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6.9 Alarms
Perception allows deadbands to be defined for each alarm. A deadband establishes
another limit for clearing the alarm and prevents an alarm returning to normal until the
alarm condition is cleared by the deadband. This reduces the number of false alarms and
the amount of chattering. For example, an alarm triggered at 200 ppm with a deadband
of 3 will remain in the alarm state until the value falls below 197 ppm.
Note: Deadbands are specified in the units being measured. Gases are specified in
PPM, temperature in degrees Celsius.

The host network must have the capability to transmit alarms and critical
messages during times of heavy use, including but not limited to network
storm conditions. If this requirement is not met or has not been tested, the
notification of hazardous gas levels could be delayed by a network
slowdown.

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6.9.1 Gases
Select Alarms > Gases to open the Gas Alarms Configuration page as shown in Figure
6-25.

Figure 6-25: Gas Alarms Configuration

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 Click on a gas alarm icon > e.g. Hydrogen to configure the type of alerts as shown in
Figure 6-26.

Figure 6-26: Hydrogen alerts

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6.9.2 Gas Ratios
Select Alarms > Gas Ratios to open the Gas Ratio Alarms Configuration page as shown
in Figure 6-27.

Figure 6-27: Gas Ratio Alarms Configuration

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 Choose the relevant > icon to expand the ratio definition and configure the alerts as
shown in Figure 6-28.

Figure 6-28: Gas Ratio Alarms Configuration – Ratio 1 definition

Refer to the IEEE® C57.104 and IEC® 60599 standards for alarm settings or Appendix E.

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6.9.3 Gas Rate of Change
Select Alarms > Gas Rate of Change to open the Gas RoC Alarms Configuration page as
shown in Figure 6-29. See Appendix E for more details on settings.

Figure 6-29: Gas RoC Alarms Configuration

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6.9.4 Relative Saturation
Select Alarms > Relative Saturation to open the Relative Saturation Alarms
Configuration page as shown in Figure 6-30.

Figure 6-30: Relative Saturation Alarms Configuration

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6.9.5 Analog Inputs
Select Alarms > Analog Inputs to open the Analog Inputs Alarms Configuration page as
shown in Figure 6-31.

Figure 6-31: Analog Inputs Alarms Configuration

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6.9.6 Analog Inputs Rate of Change
Select Alarms > Analog Inputs Rate of Change to open the Analog Inputs RoC Alarms
Configuration page as shown in Figure 6-32.

Figure 6-32: Analog Inputs RoC Alarms Configuration

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6.9.7 Digital Inputs
Select Alarms > Digital Inputs to open the Digital Inputs Alarms Configuration page.
Choose the relevant > icon to expand the digital input and configure the alerts. For
example, DIN1, as shown in Figure 6-33.

Figure 6-33: Digital Inputs Alarms Configuration

6.9.8 Digital Inputs Transition Total

Select Alarms > Digital Inputs Transition Total to open the Digital Inputs Transition
Total Alarms Configuration page as shown in Figure 6-34.

Figure 6-34: Digital Inputs Transition Total Alarms Configuration

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6.10 Peripherals
6.10.1 Peripheral Scheduler
Select Peripherals > Peripheral Scheduler to open the Peripheral Scheduler page as
shown in Figure 6-35.

Figure 6-35: Peripheral Scheduler

The Peripheral Scheduler allows the Measurement Time Interval to be set to 5, 10, 15 or
20 minutes.

6.10.2 Analog Inputs

Select Peripherals > Analog Inputs to open the Analog Inputs Configuration page as
shown in Figure 6-36.

Figure 6-36: Analog Inputs Configuration

If there are analogue cards fitted to the I/O PCB, these will auto populate with default
values as shown in Figure 6-37. The next step is to configure each card to the required
sensor.

Figure 6-37: Analog Input 4 (4-20 mA Temperature Sensor)

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6.10.3 Digital Inputs
Select Peripherals > Digital Inputs to open the Digital Input Configuration page as
shown in Figure 6-38. Note: Name field is editable to allow custom name fields.

Figure 6-38: Digital Input Configuration

6.10.4 Input Measurements

Select Peripherals > Input Measurements to open the Input Measurements page as
shown in Figure 6-39.

Figure 6-39: Input Measurements

Use the controls (top right) to move back and forward through the Input Measurement
data and Export to CSV (if required).

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6.11 Settings
6.11.1 Oil Source Settings
Select Settings > Oil Source Settings to open the Oil Source Settings page as shown in
Figure 6-41.

Figure 6-40: Communications Settings

By default, all oil sources are enabled and use the default field name, which can be
amended using the adjacent text box. The toggle switches are used to enable/disable the
respective oil sources. Disabling an Oil Source means the ‘Next Measurement’ of the Oil
Source shows as ‘Never’ on the dashboard.
Note: It is recommended to keep each oil source / tank enabled. This prevents
conflicts when scheduling DGA measurements. Instead use the scheduler as
outlined in Section 6.7.5 to enable / disable DGA measurements.

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6.11.2 Communications
Select Settings > Communications to open the Communications Settings page as
shown in Figure 6-41.

Figure 6-41: Communications Settings

If a GPRS modem is fitted and the appropriate carrier sim is installed, the IP address also
displays.
Note: APN sim and login credentials are required before the IP address displays.
See Appendix A.2 for more details on the external interfaces and supported protocols.

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6.11.3 Date & Time
Select Settings > Date & Time to open the Date & Time page as shown in Figure 6-42.
To change the system time, click Edit System Time.

Figure 6-42: Date & Time

The Date & Time Settings section becomes editable as shown in Figure 6-43. Use the
controls to update the date and time.

Figure 6-43: Date & Time Settings

PC time lists the current time on the PC hosting the connection. To synchronise the
product’s system time with that of the PC, click Synchronize Time.
Note: Power up Time records when the product was last powered on or rebooted.
Support for the Network Time Protocol (NTP) allows for accurate clock synchronisation.
The NTP Settings section lists the IP address of all NTP servers as shown in Figure 6-44.
Use this section to enable the NTP protocol and add or remove NTP servers as required.

Figure 6-44: NTP Settings

Note: NTP support can be disabled for security reasons.

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6.11.4 SMS Alerting
Select Settings > SMS Alerting to open the SMS Alerting page as shown in Figure 6-45.
The system can be configured to send SMS messages to designated person(s) on restart,
measurement error or whenever a system error is raised.

Figure 6-45: SMS Alerting

6.11.5 Firewall
To create a custom security policy, select Settings > Firewall to open the Firewall
Settings page as shown in Figure 6-46. Rules can be added, edited or deleted to create a
suitable access policy for each type of interface. These rules are used to block unused
ports and specify distinct firewall actions (accept, reject or drop) based on the IP or port.

Figure 6-46: Firewall configuration

See Appendix A.4 for more details on firewall configuration.

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6.11.6 Communication Services
Select Settings > Communication Services to open the Communication Services page
as shown in Figure 6-47.
Note: This functionality is available only to ‘Operator’ and ‘Administrator’ users.
All configuration settings specified on this page apply to all interfaces (Ethernet, USB and
GSM-GPRS modem).

Figure 6-47: Communication Services

Select the relevant slider button to enable/disable the relevant communication service.
E.g. Modbus-TCP, SSH (Secure Shell) and HTTPS — but do not rely on the firewall settings.
To implement a custom security policy, upload a new certificate and enable HTTPS
requests. Note: If HTTPS is enabled, all requests via HTTP are blocked.
In the Upload certificate field, click the Select file button, select the new certificate (PEM
file), and click Open. Click the ‘Save’ button in the application header to apply the
changes and then restart the MultiTank product.
Note: SSL certificates are small data files that digitally bind a cryptographic key to an
organization's details. When installed on a web server, it activates the padlock
and the HTTPS protocol and allows secure connections from a web server to a
browser.
Note: If HTTPS is disabled, the certificate will be applied when HTTPS is enabled.
Note: The HMI has no automatic redirection between HTTP and HTTPS (or vice versa).
This results in the following browser message “Site cannot be reached over
HTTP”.

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6.12 Service
6.12.1 Measurement
Select Service > Measurement to open the Measurement Settings page as shown in
Figure 6-48. The Normalization Temperature is a thermostatically controlled internal
target temperature for the Analysis module. Depending on the region, one of two
temperatures can be set 0 °C or 20 °C.

Figure 6-48: Measurement Settings

The following Measurement Flags are available:

Nitrogen Enabled — displays measurement data for nitrogen. This also activates the
display of Total Dissolved Gases (TDG) (disabled by default).
TDG Enabled — lists the Total Dissolved Gases (TDG). Inactive if nitrogen measurement
is not enabled. TDG = H2 + CO2 + CO + C2H4 + C2H6 + CH4 + C2H2 + O2 + N2.
TDH Enabled — lists the Total Dissolved Hydrocarbons. (TDH). TDH = CH4 + C2H2 + C2H4 +
C2H6.
Estimated Safe Handling Limit (ESHL) – expresses the concentration of gases contained
within the oil sample as a percentage. This is a safety indicator and is used to assess the
associated risk of the oil sample. ESHL = H2/LevelH2 + CH4/LevelCH4 + CO/LevelCO +
C2H6/LevelC2H6 + C2H4/LevelC2H4 + C2H4/LevelC2H4.

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6.12.2 Controller Reprogramming
Consult with Technical Support to confirm the availability of new firmware for the
Controller PCB. Upgrade to the latest version of the firmware via an Ethernet connection
to avail of new features.
Note: A firmware upgrade resets passwords back to their default values.
To upgrade the Controller PCB firmware, select Service > Controller Reprogramming
to open the Controller Reprogramming page as shown in Figure 6-49.

Figure 6-49: Controller Reprogramming

Drag and drop the firmware file into the circle or click in the circle to select the file. After
the file loads into the software cache, click Upgrade and the status information and a
progress bar display as shown in Figure 6-50.

Figure 6-50: Upgrade in progress

Once complete, the firmware image is applied and the system restarts. On initial power
up, the product’s LCD screen remains blank, but the ‘On’ heartbeat LED and ‘Boot’ LED
illuminate (solid blue and red respectively). After a moment, the Boot LED switches off
and the ‘On’ heartbeat LED flashes blue to indicate normal operation. The restart
sequence takes approximately 3 minutes after which the onboard HMI loads up.

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6.12.3 Analysis Box Reprogramming
Consult with Technical Support to confirm the availability of new firmware for the
Analysis box. Upgrade to the latest version of the firmware via an Ethernet connection to
avail of new features.
The Analysis box firmware package comprises of three firmware components – the Gas
Manifold Control Unit (GMCU), Oil Manifold Control Unit (OMCU) and the PGA. These
components are upgraded using a single firmware upgrade package, which is initially
uploaded to the Controller (host) and then automatically rolled out to the respective
component parts of the Analysis box as outlined below.
To start, select Service > Analysis Box Reprogramming to open the Analysis Box
Reprogramming page as shown in Figure 6-51.
Note: The product must be in Standby to complete the Analysis firmware
reprogramming. Either, wait until the product finishes the current
measurement cycle and the status returns to Standby, or ‘Stop’ the current
measurement and wait for the status to return to Standby.

Figure 6-51: Analysis Box Reprogramming

Drag and drop the firmware file (*.pkg) into the circle or click in the circle to select the file
as shown in Figure 6-52.

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 Figure 6-52: Drag and drop firmware file

Once the firmware upload to the host completes, a confirmation dialog displays as
shown in Figure 6-53. Click OK.

Figure 6-53: Upload to host confirmation

And the screen updates to reflect the latest firmware as shown in Figure 6-54. The next
phase is to upload the firmware to the Analysis box. Click Upload. Note: If necessary,
scroll down to see the button.

Figure 6-54: Firmware package uploaded to host

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 Once the upload to the Analysis box is complete, a confirmation dialog displays as shown
in Figure 6-55. Click OK.

Figure 6-55: Upload to Analysis box confirmation

To upgrade the Analysis box as shown in Figure 6-56, click Upgrade. Note: If necessary,
scroll down to see the button.

Figure 6-56: Ready to upgrade the Analysis box

This upgrades the the Analysis box firmware on the respective PCBs in turn. Individual
progress counters display status information and a progress percentage, and a progress
dial displays overall upgrade progress, for example, as shown in Figure 6-57.

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 Figure 6-57: Analysis box firmware upgrade in progress

If the upgrade completes successfully, each PCB is listed with the new version of
firmware followed by the status label ‘Upgraded’, for example, as shown in Figure 6-58.

Figure 6-58: Analysis box firmware upgrade complete

Click Restart Analysis Box to finalise the upgrade and resume measurements.
Note: If the upgrade fails at any point, reattempt the steps as outlined above.
Once complete, the firmware image is applied and the system restarts. On initial power
up, the product’s LCD screen remains blank, but the ‘On’ heartbeat LED and ‘Boot’ LED
illuminate (solid blue and red respectively). After a moment, the Boot LED switches off
and the ‘On’ heartbeat LED flashes blue to indicate normal operation. The restart
sequence takes approximately 3 minutes after which the onboard HMI loads up.

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6.12.4 I/O Board Reprogramming
Consult with Technical Support to confirm the availability of new firmware for the I/O
Board. Upgrade to the latest version of the firmware via an Ethernet connection to avail
of new features.
To upgrade the I/O Board firmware using an Ethernet connection, select Service > I/O
Board Reprogramming to open the I/O Board Reprogramming page as shown in Figure
6-59.

Figure 6-59: I/O Board Reprogramming

Drag and drop the firmware file into the circle or click in the circle to select the file. Click
Upgrade and the status information and a progress bar displays as shown in Figure
6-60.

Figure 6-60: Upgrade in progress

Once complete, the firmware image is applied and the system restarts. On initial power
up, the product’s LCD screen remains blank, but the ‘On’ heartbeat LED and ‘Boot’ LED
illuminate (solid blue and red respectively). After a moment, the Boot LED switches off
and the ‘On’ heartbeat LED flashes blue to indicate normal operation. The restart
sequence takes approximately 3 minutes after which the onboard HMI loads up.

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6.12.5 Gas Normalization
Select Service > Gas Normalization to open the Gas Normalization Settings page as
shown in Figure 6-61. Note: Each oil source has its own Gas Normalization Settings.

Figure 6-61: Gas Normalization Settings

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6.12.6 Factory
Select Service > Factory to open the Factory Settings page. Product details are as
shown in Figure 6-62

Figure 6-62: Factory Settings

Note: Once the Device Class has been set as either Taptrans or Multitrans, it is not
recommended to change the number of oil sources. If an oil source is not
required, disable this oil source using GAS / Diagnostics > Scheduler and
disable the scheduler for the relevant oil source – see Section 6.7.5).

6.12.6.1 Alarm Reflash

The Alarm Reflash option ensures that a relay’s digital output reflashes (if already
activated) when another source triggers the same relay. An alarm reflash applies only to
relays 1-6 and is achieved by deactivating the relevant digital output for a duration of 1
second before reactivating it to achieve a flashing effect. This signifies to an operator or
control room in real time that multiple sources have triggered the same relay.
Note: This ensures that further alarms raised by the same source have no further
effect.

6.12.6.2 Oil Source Safe Mode

The Oil Source Safe Mode control is enabled by default and allows the product to detect
if certain errors are being repeated on measurements. When such errors are detected,
safe mode is activated on the identified oil source and flagged by a red label on the HMI
banner bar. In this example, using TapTrans, Safe Mode is activated on the Selector oil
source as shown in Figure 6-63.

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 Figure 6-63: TapTrans HMI banner bar showing Safe Mode activated

When Safe Mode is activated, the DGA Scheduler cancels any further scheduled
measurements on the affected oil source as shown in Figure 6-64 (left) until an Operator
logs in and manually reactivates the Scheduler as shown in Figure 6-64 (right).

Figure 6-64: DGA Scheduler > Selector Scheduler Disabled (left) and Enabled (right)

Once the issue that triggered Safe Mode has been identified and resolved, scheduled
measurements on that oil source can resume. In this example, using a TapTrans product,
the Safe Mode label clears from the HMI banner bar as shown in Figure 6-65.

Figure 6-65: TapTrans HMI banner bar showing Safe Mode cleared

Note: Safe Mode should not be cleared from an oil source until the product has been
assessed by a qualified field service engineer or qualified independent third-
party engineer.

6.12.6.3 Clear Historical Data Only

Clears all historical data — DGA measurements, alarm data and TransOpto
measurements. Table 6-3 outlines the type of data items that get erased.

6.12.6.4 Reset Configuration Settings

Clears all historical data described previously and resets configuration settings (except
Communications) to the default state. Table 6-3 outlines the type of data items that get
erased.

6.12.6.5 Factory Reset

Clears everything — historical measurement data, configuration settings and

communication settings, so that the product returns to the initial factory state. Table 6-3
outlines the type of data items that get erased.

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 Table 6-3: Factory Settings: Data and configuration cleardown
Clear Reset of
Full Factory
Historical Configuration
Reset
Data Only Settings

Measurements   
DGA Scheduler  
Gas ratios  
Relative Saturation  
Calculations Gas RoC  
Transopto RoC  
Analog Input RoC  
Alarms Alarms   
Transopto Channels  
Transopto
  
Peripherals Measurements
Analog Inputs  
Digital Inputs  
Settings Communications 
Measurement  
Oxygen Sensor 
Service Transopto 
Gas Normalization  
Factory  

6.12.6.6 Rapid Test Cycle

The Rapid Test Cycle is used by the factory to test operational aspects of the
measurement cycle.
Note: Usage not applicable outside of factory testing.

6.12.6.7 Simulation Mode

The dashboard environment can be switched to Simulation Mode to simulate a realistic

live environment before the product is physically installed or any measurement cycles
have started.
Note: Simulation mode can be enabled in Standby but cannot be enabled while other
measurement operations are being performed.
Click Simulation Mode to see the dashboard view populated with simulated data for all
three oil sources. During simulation mode the host does not communicate with the PGA.
Datapoints normally read from the PGA are instead substituted with fixed values to
simulate DGA measurement results (gas values, diagnostics, and other data). Many of
these datapoints are mapped to Modbus registers, so the registers are read with these
simulated values.

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 To differentiate between real and simulation data, the colour scheme for the bar chart
simulation data uses grey scales and the DGA 900 state changes to ‘PGA simulation
mode’ as shown in Figure 6-66.

Figure 6-66: Simulation mode

This allows the HMI to display realistic sample data for showcasing e.g. training and
testing purposes without affecting real-time data, but has no validity since it does not
relate to any underlying measurement cycles.

6.12.6.8 Restart Device

Some configuration changes require a device restart. Click Restart Device to restart the
device and then click Restart to confirm as shown in Figure 6-67.

Figure 6-67: Restart the device

6.12.6.9 Recalibrate LHMI

The local HMI (LHMI) can be recalibrated to adjust the sensitivity of the touchscreen.
Recalibration must be performed using the local screen, but it is not recommended to
change the default settings for the touchscreen unless there is an issue.
To initiate calibration mode, press and hold the touchscreen for 20 seconds or click
Recalibrate LHMI.
Follow the onscreen instructions until the new calibration settings have been measured.
Once measured, ensure to tap the screen to store the new calibration data to the
product.
Note: Tap the screen within the time limit otherwise the settings are not stored, and
a reminder prompts for screen calibration.

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6.12.7 User Administration
Select Service > User Administration to open the User Administration page as shown
in Figure 6-68.

Figure 6-68: User Administration

Select the user or root password. Click Change Password to enter a new password. On
typing, the strength of the password is assessed as shown in Figure 6-69.

Figure 6-69: Change Password

A password strength is categorised as listed in Table 6-4.

Table 6-4: Password Strength
Password Strength Rating Description
Not enough No password entered or password less than 8
characters.
Strong 8 characters or more.
The string must contain at least one each of
the following characters: lowercase
alphabetical, uppercase alphabetical, numeric
and special.
Certain special characters are not accepted
i.e. # ` $ ^ & * ( ) | ' % " \ including the space
character and any password containing more
than two consecutive characters of a user’s
role.

Other security options relating to all accounts include implementing the Secure Shell
Protocol (SSH) to increase login security over the Internet and a means to enable all
Observer accounts to perform the manual sampling process (by default, it’s disabled for
Observer accounts).

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6.12.8 Configuration Import
To upgrade the product configuration, select Service > Configuration Import to open
the Configuration Import page as shown in Figure 6-70. Product configuration details
(including alarm settings) can be uploaded to a replacement product eliminating the
need to re-input the original settings.

Figure 6-70: Configuration Import

Drag and drop the configuration file into the circle or click in the circle to select the file.
The status information and a progress bar display as shown Figure 6-71. Click Apply to
proceed.

Figure 6-71: Configuration Import in progress

Once complete, the system restarts. On initial power up, the product’s LCD screen
remains blank, but the ‘On’ heartbeat LED and ‘Boot’ LED illuminate (solid blue and red
respectively). After a moment, the Boot LED switches off and the ‘On’ heartbeat LED
flashes blue to indicate normal operation. The restart sequence takes approximately 3
minutes after which the onboard HMI loads up.

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6.13 TransOpto
6.13.1 Measurements
Select TransOpto > Measurements to open the TransOpto Measurements page as
shown in Figure 6-72.

Figure 6-72: TransOpto Measurements

6.13.2 Rate of Change

Select TransOpto > Rate of Change to open the TransOpto RoC Configuration page as
shown in Figure 6-73.

Figure 6-73: TransOpto RoC Configuration

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6.13.3 Alarms
Select TransOpto > Alarms to open the TransOpto Alarms Configuration page as shown
in Figure 6-74.

Figure 6-74: TransOpto Alarms Configuration

Click on a channel alarm icon > e.g. ‘Channel 1 High’ to configure the type of alerts as
shown in Figure 6-75.

Figure 6-75: Channel 1 High alerts

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6.13.4 Rate of Change Alarms
Select TransOpto > Rate of Change Alarms to open the TransOpto RoC Alarms
Configuration page as shown in Figure 6-76.

Figure 6-76: TransOpto RoC Alarms Configuration

Click on a channel alarm icon > e.g. ‘Channel 2 High-High’ to configure the type of alerts
as shown in Figure 6-77.

Figure 6-77: Channel 2 High-High alerts

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6.13.5 Channels
Select TransOpto > Channels to open the TransOpto Channels Settings page as shown
in Figure 6-78.

Figure 6-78: TransOpto Channels Settings

6.13.6 Settings
Select TransOpto > Settings to open the TransOpto Settings page as shown in Figure
6-79.

Figure 6-79: TransOpto Settings

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6.14 BMT
Note: Bushing monitoring is currently only available on the TapTrans product. This
functionality will be released on the MultiTrans product in the future.

6.14.1 General Settings

Select BMT > General Settings to specify general setting as shown in Figure 6-80.

Figure 6-80: General Settings

The Enable Service Mode allows full access to all BMT calibration and configuration
settings (see Section 6.14.2). Service mode is reserved for commissioning and service
activities but should not be required for standard operations.
Note: The correct factory Password Of The Month (POTM) must be specified to allow
Service Mode.
All relevant settings are pre-configured in the factory, but the Import from PC and
Export to PC buttons allow the operator to import new settings or export existing
settings if requested by the GE Technical Support Team.
Scroll down the page to see further sections with more settings. Let’s examine each
section in turn. Figure 6-81 shows details for the Primary and Secondary bushings,
including slider controls to toggle On or Off the Neutral CT and multiple temperature
sensors.

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 Figure 6-81: Primary and Secondary bushing settings & CT and temperature sensor sliders

The Primary section defines the label for the HV bushings and respective phase names.
The Secondary section defines the label for the LV bushing and respective phase names.
The default convention is to use ‘Primary’ and ‘Secondary’ as the labels. However, it is
recommended to change the default labels to match the naming convention in use on
the site, particularly if the site has multiple transformers or monitoring devices. For
example, HV1 for Primary and LV1 for Secondary. Otherwise, it is fine to retain the
default names. Phase names may also be changed, for example A, B, C might be R, Y, B or
U, V, W.
Note: The Input Labels are free text.
The operational voltages and nominal phase angles are preconfigured in the factory as
per the customer-specific workflow or as otherwise requested. However, at the time of
commissioning it is advised to review the General Settings page to verify that the
operational voltage values reflect the actual operational values of the transformer.
Phase angles A-B and A-C are preconfigured in the factory as per the customer-specific
workflow or as otherwise requested. However, at the time of commissioning it is advised
to review the ‘Live Measurement’ page to verify that the phase angles measured are
within two degrees of the nominal phase angles. Refer to the ‘MA-041 - DGA 900
Plus - Installation & Commissioning Manual’ for precise commissioning instructions.
The measurement Log interval is specified in minutes and the default value is 240.
Customers may want to review the log interval depending on the criticality/age of the
equipment.

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 In this example, there is one Neutral CT and one Top Oil sensor installed. The site-
specific details of the customer are pre-configured in the factory. If the sensors cannot
be fitted, they can be disabled by toggling the relevant HMI control to the ‘Off’ position.
The Temperature sensor configuration is shown in Figure 6-82. In this section, the Top
Oil Sensor is assigned to the relevant phase. The default allocation is as shown. Use the
dropdown menu to assign the temperature sensor to the correct phase.

Figure 6-82: Temperature sensor configuration

In addition to core bushing settings, a list of operational attributes can be polled for
issues and the detection of a failure fault can be flagged. These distinct attributes are
required and are as listed in Figure 6-83. The ability to detect failure can be individually
toggled On or Off under the Administrator account using the corresponding slider
control as shown in Figure 6-83.

Figure 6-83: Failures detection

The Bushing Adaptor Failure Alarms are listed as shown in Figure 6-84. If any alarms are
activated, the Service LED will illuminate. Click Clear to clear the respective alarm for the
relevant bushing. In this example, no alarms are activated.

Figure 6-84: Bushing Adaptor Failure Alarms

6.14.2 Calibration
Select BMT > Calibration to specify calibration settings as shown in Figure 6-85. The
Calibration menu option is only visible and accessible to users with Service mode
enabled. These settings are preconfigured in the factory as per the customer order
workflow and should not be modified.

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 Figure 6-85: HF / LF multipliers and Input Impedance

The Phase angle calibration settings are shown in Figure 6-86.

Figure 6-86: HF / LF multipliers and Input Impedance

The calibration data for each Bushing Adaptor is shown in Figure 6-87. Select an Adaptor
label to reveal the relevant data for that Adaptor.

Figure 6-87: HF / LF multipliers and Input Impedance

6.14.3 Configuration
Select BMT > Configuration to specify configuration settings as shown in Figure 6-88.
The Live HF Noise section lists all channels and noise levels. These settings are
preconfigured in the factory and cannot be modified here. They are only visible to
Administrator/operator users or those with Service mode enabled. (edit)

Figure 6-88: Live HF Noise

Scroll down the page to see further configuration sections with more settings. Let’s
examine each section in turn. Figure 6-89 shows the exponential moving average
configuration. These settings are preconfigured in the factory and cannot be modified
here. They are only visible to Administrator users or those with Service mode enabled.

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 Use the slider to calculate daily averages as well as the pre-set values. This is useful as a
trending metric to observe over time.

Figure 6-89: Exponential Moving Average Configuration

The Input signalling monitoring / configuration is shown in Figure 6-90. These are pre-set
in the factory.

Figure 6-90: Input signalling monitoring / configuration

The HF Gain and Control sections are shown in Figure 6-91. These are pre-set in the
factory.

Figure 6-91: HF Gain and Control

The Noise threshold values are shown in Figure 6-92. These are pre-set in the factory.

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 Figure 6-92: Noise threshold

The PD Settings and Correlation PDi-RH are listed as shown in Figure 6-93. In this
example, the factory defaults are shown. The recommended settings for internal and
external PD measurements are listed and should not be changed unless advised by GE.
The PDi-RH value specifies in hours the time window for the effect of Relative Humidity
on the PD Intensity measurement.

Figure 6-93: PD Settings and Correlation PDi-RH

The Failures Detection section lists bushing attributes and corresponding values that can
be used to detect issues as shown in Figure 6-94. These settings are preconfigured in the
factory and should not be modified. They are only visible to Administrator users or those
with Service mode enabled.

Figure 6-94: Failures detection

The Transformer monitoring configuration section is shown in Figure 6-95. These setting
are preconfigured in the factory as per the customer-specific workflow or as otherwise
requested.

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 The operational frequency is typically 50 or 60 Hz. The monitoring modes is either ‘Single
transformer’ or ‘Multiple transformers’. For example, a three-phase transformer or a
bank of single-phase transformers. The Phase rotation order is A, B, C or C, B, A. The
default Bushing Adaptor type value is ‘Resistive’ and the default Temperature sensor
source value is ‘Wire sensor’. During installation and commissioning, all these settings
must be checked against the customer-specific workflow.

Figure 6-95: Failures detection

The Bushing profiles and mappings are shown in Figure 6-96. The product supports one
or two sets of three bushings in a single three-phase transformer, or three single-phase
transformers. They can only be modified by Administrator users or those with Service
mode enabled.
Each bushing must be mapped to a profile. Typically, it is recommended to use the
bushing adaptor serial number as an identifying label for the bushing. The naming will be
configured during installation and commissioning.
The nominal C1 and PF values can be obtained from the bushing nameplate or customer-
specific workflow. During installation and commissioning, these values must be checked
to verify each bushing has been fitted with the correct bushing adaptor. If the nominal
values for C1 and PF are not correct, the Service Engineer should update the bushing
profiles using the POTM.
Note: The bushing adaptor labels shown in this guide are generic. Every installation
has its own predefined naming convention.

Figure 6-96: Bushing profiles and mappings

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6.14.4 Live Measurement
Select BMT > Live Measurement to view the live measurements as shown in Figure
6-97 to Figure 6-100.
The System Frequency measurement should show as either 50 or 60 Hz, along with the
ambient temperature (C) and humidity (%).
Note: Realtime values for system frequency and environmental parameters update
every five seconds.
The Export to CSV button exports the entire BMT measurement log to a CSV file for
offline reference or forwarding. The measurement log can also be cleared at any time by
clicking the Clear button.
Note: It is advised to clear the measurement log of any unwanted data points prior to
re-energising the transformer.

Figure 6-97: Live Measurement

Scroll down the page to see specific bushing and PD readings. Let’s examine each section
in turn. The Bushing readings are shown in Figure 6-98 starting with Capacitance. In this
example, the default naming convention of ‘Primary’ and ‘Secondary’ is used. Select
Primary or Secondary (or whatever name is assigned) to see the respective readings.
Note: The actual names depend on the prescribed naming convention followed at the
site.

Figure 6-98: Bushing readings

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 The top rows lists the Nameplate C1 capacitance readings (pF) for the bushings, with the
Expected and Measured Current values (mA) below, and below that, the Estimated C1
capacitance readings (pF) for each phase.
The three phase values of A, B and C are used to calculate the amplitude of the polar plot
and this is referenced as an ‘Imbalance’ value in the last column for Estimated C1 and
Tan δ.
The Nameplate Tan δ row provides the power factor percentages, with the Expected and
Measured degrees of angle (as found on the nameplate), and below that, the Estimated
Tan δ percentage for each phase. The Estimated Tan δ is calculated based on the
arbitrary frame of reference to provide a power factor percentage.
The PD readings and PDi-RH correlations are shown in Figure 6-99. Select Primary,
Neutral PD or PD N-Less to see the respective readings.

Figure 6-99: PD & PDi-RH correlations

Several plots are available for the primary and secondary bushings, phase angles and
temperature. The chart in Figure 6-100 shows percentage change over time for the
specified date range. Use the dropdown control to change the type of plot and the date
selectors to change the date range.

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 Figure 6-100: Chart

6.14.5 BMT Reprogramming

Consult with Technical Support to confirm the availability of new firmware for the
Bushings and PD card. Upgrade to the latest version of the firmware via an Ethernet
connection to avail of new features.
Note: A firmware upgrade resets passwords back to their default values.
To upgrade the BMT card firmware, select BMT > BMT Reprogramming to open the
BMT Reprogramming page as shown in Figure 6-101.

Figure 6-101: BMT Reprogramming

Drag and drop the firmware file into the circle or click in the circle to select the file. Click
Upgrade and the status information and a progress bar display as shown in Figure 6-50.

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 Figure 6-102: Upgrade in progress

Once complete, the firmware image is applied and the system restarts. On initial power
up, the product’s LCD screen remains blank, but the ‘On’ heartbeat LED and ‘Boot’ LED
illuminate (solid blue and red respectively). After a moment, the Boot LED switches off
and the ‘On’ heartbeat LED flashes blue to indicate normal operation. The restart
sequence takes approximately 3 minutes after which the onboard HMI loads up.

6.15 Logout
Select the Logout option below the username as shown in Figure 6-103.

Figure 6-103: Logout

The Log-in page displays as shown in Figure 6-104.

Figure 6-104: Log-in page

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6.16 Shutdown Procedure
If the product is to be shut down, perform the following steps:
Log in to the product to observe the operating state on the dashboard as shown in
Figure 6-105.

Figure 6-105: System Info – Standby

If the product is in “Standby” state, then proceed to shut down the product as follows:
− Turn the external switch or circuit breaker to the ‘Off’ position.
− Turn the transformer oil valves that connect to the input and output of the product
to the ‘Closed’ position.
If the product is performing a measurement as shown in Figure 6-106, then
− Either wait for the product to finish the active measurement or manually stop the
measurement. For the latter, choose Stop Measurement as shown in Figure 7-11.
− The MultiTank state changes to “Oil Draining”. This process may take several
minutes after which the product state returns to “Standby” as shown in Figure
6-105.
− Turn the external switch or circuit breaker to the ‘Off’ position.
− Turn the transformer oil valves that connect to the input and output of the product
to the ‘Closed’ position.

Figure 6-106: Measurement started

When the product is to be powered up again, first turn the transformer oil valves that
connect to the input and output of the product to the ‘Open’ position. Then turn ‘On’ the
external switch or circuit breaker. The product will be ready to resume taking scheduled
readings.

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6.17 Error Notifications
The Measurements page reports all errors as shown in Figure 6-107: If there are no
errors in the current measurement cycle, the results are displayed as normal. Errors for
the most recent measurement cycle are listed first. Use the navigation buttons to move
through the various measurement cycles and examine any errors encountered in
previous measurement cycles.

Figure 6-107: PGA and Oxygen Sensor Error States

Errors are reported using a sequence of double-digit codes for the PGA and the Oxygen
sensor (if enabled). The PGA Error State denotes the most recent state within the
measurement cycle where the error occurred. All errors are listed as error codes and the
associated hexadecimal in brackets allows the most recent state to be identified. See
Section 6.17.1 for a definition of the error codes.
Note: The Customer Service Centre requires both the state code(s) and error code(s)
to interpret any error.
For example, Figure 6-108 shows that the product has encountered two PGA errors. The
PGA Error code 04 denotes that there is an issue with the gas flow in the Main
Measurement state (23) and error code 13 denotes that the pump pressure is too low.

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 Figure 6-108: PGA Errors

Note: If the Oxygen sensor is not enabled, no Oxygen sensor state or error codes
display.

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6.17.1 Error Codes
Table 6-5 lists the PGA error codes. All the service alarm error codes are accompanied by
illumination of the blue Service light that is visible on the front door of the product.
Note: Error codes are offset by 1 from the Modbus register bit numbers.
Note: This information relates to PGA firmware version 19.0.52.
Table 6-5: PGA Errors
Code Error Note
PGA Connection Error
00 Incorrect H2 calibration
01 PGA power supply voltage too low
02 PGA chopper frequency outside range
03 PGA IR-source outside range
04 Gas flow lower than limit
05 Background noise/vibration too high
06 Microphone test failed
07 Not level sensor 1 pulses (level)
08 Not level sensor 3 (drain)
09 Fill level shows Oil
10 Over Fill shows Oil
11 PGA Air temperature outside limits
12 Bad communication with control PCB
13 Gas leak test: Pump pressure too low
14 Gas leak test: Pressure decay too high
15 Unusual ambient gas measurements
16 Oil temperature too low
17 Oil temperature too high
18 Oil pressure too low Check that all oil supply valves are open.
19 Oil pressure too high Check that all oil return valves are open.
20 Oil pump tacho count too high
21 Oil pump pressure too low
22 Oil pump speed out of range
23 Manual oil sampling switch
24 Oil pump tacho count too low
25 Oil pump not turning
26 PreSens reading is not available
27 Temperature Sensor(s) 1 disconnected
28 Temperature Sensor(s) 2 disconnected
29 Drain level shows oil
30 Conditioned oil temp. outside limits
31 timeout

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 Table 6-6 lists the Oxygen sensor error codes.

Table 6-6: Oxygen sensor error codes

Code Error Note
0 Oxygen sensor measurement has finished with no error.
1 System error. Internal state. Initial state of state machine.
2 System error. Internal error. Oxygen sensor thread is busy.
3 Oxygen sensor is disabled.
4 Measurement cancelled by user.
5 System error. Measurement just started.
6 PGA measurement has finished before we achieve state 6. We could
not run Oxygen sensor measurement.
7 In attempt to write -1 to PGA Oxygen Saturation register, writing fails
because the read value is not the same as which has been written.
8 In attempt to clear EE (Electronically Erasable) Store bit in Oxygen
sensor Control register, writing fails due to a communication error.
9 PGA Oil Temperature reading fails due to a communication error.
10 Oxygen sensor Oil temperature writing fails due to a communication
error.
11 Oxygen sensor (Dissolved Oxygen) DO Trigger command writing fails
due to a communication error.
12 Oxygen sensor Status DO_DATA_RDY is not set.
13 Oxygen sensor DO Error Code reading fails due to a communication
error.
14 Oxygen sensor Oxygen reading fails due to a communication error.
15 PGA Oxygen Saturation writing fails due to a communication error.
16 Reading PGA state fails due to a communication error.
17 PGA Transfix state is greater than 34. We lose time to write Oxygen
Saturation and measurement result may have an error.
18 Oxygen sensor DO Error Code register is not null. Oxygen sensor has
an error during measurement.

6.17.2 Other Notifications

If the onboard MicroSD card has exceeded 80% of its storage capacity, the SD card icon
displays. Click the icon to reveal the message as shown in Figure 6-109. The MicroSD
card should be replaced as soon as possible.

Figure 6-109: MicroSD card memory usage

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7 MANUAL OIL SAMPLING
A manual oil sample can be taken via the following arrangement.

Before commencing work, ensure the use of suitable protective gloves,

such as nitrile rubber.

7.1 Sampling Arrangement

Manual oil sampling is accessed from the base gland plate using a dedicated manual
sampling port to which the supplied sampling arrangement is fitted. TapTrans has two
manual oil sampling ports – one for the Main and Selector tanks, and one for the Diverter
tank. The MultiTrans has one manual oil sampling port for all oil sources. The product
ensures that there is fresh oil at the sampling point when the sampling process takes
place.
Note: The manual sampling process is identical irrespective of the chosen product or
port.

Diverter sampling port Main & Selector sampling port

Figure 7-1: Oil filter location (above) and manual sampling ports (below) (TapTrans Analysis module)

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 The sampling arrangement consists of a quick-connect body and a captive body-
protector fitting as shown in Figure 7-2.

Figure 7-2: Manual sampling port with quick connect fitting

A male quick-connect fitting and valve assembly is provided in the product installation
kit. GE also recommends the use of a 50-mL ground glass syringe.

OPEN

CLOSED
Quick-connect body protector Figure 7-4: Sampling assembly
with pull-down collar for
release

Oil sampling valve assembly with Luer fitting

Figure 7-3: Valve orientation Figure 7-5: Luer fitting on assembly

Perform the manual oil sampling according to the sampling process outlined in Figure
7-12. GE recommends the use of a 50-ml ground glass syringe. Manual oil sampling shall
be performed while the product is in Standby state — either wait until the product
returns to Standby state or force the product to stop the current measurement cycle
using the software. The optimum time to perform a manual sample is just after the
product has completed a measurement because fresh oil will be at the manual sampling
point.

Collecting a manual sample while the product is performing a

measurement is not recommended as this could potentially affect the
readings.

The manual oil sampling arrangement and sampling port must not be
cleaned with any type of solvent as this could affect results for subsequent
oil samples.

7.2 Local HMI for manual sampling

The manual sampling functionality is implemented on the Quick Access page of the local
HMI only as shown in Figure 7-6. Choose the correct oil source from the banner bar, for
example with MultiTrans OS1, OS2 or OS3, and press Manual Sampling.

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 Note: Before proceeding, ensure that the sampling assembly is fitted as outlined in
Section 7.1.

Figure 7-6: Local HMI: Quick Access

The Manual Sampling page displays. Press Start as shown in Figure 7-7 to start the
manual sampling process.

Figure 7-7: Manual Sampling

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 The oil purging process starts as shown in Figure 7-8. Allow several minutes for the oil to
purge and then press Continue when done.

Figure 7-8: Purging Oil

The system prompts the user to take the manual oil sample. See Section 7.3 for more
details on the sampling process.
Press Finish to return to the home page as shown in Figure 7-9.

Figure 7-9: Take manual oil sample

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 If the product is already performing a measurement, manual sampling is prevented as
shown in Figure 7-10. Press Exit to return to the Quick Access page.

Figure 7-10: Manual Sampling cannot be started

Either wait for the current measurement cycle to finish or stop the current measurement
cycle. To stop the current measurement cycle, return to the Dashboard and press Stop
Measurement as shown in Figure 7-11.

Figure 7-11: Dashboard: Stop Measurement

The product is now ready to take a manual sample.

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7.3 Sampling Process
Logon to the product using the local HMI and observe the product state on the
Dashboard. The product state must be in Standby to initiate manual sampling. Figure
7-12 and the accompanying steps detail the process to obtain a manual oil sample.

Standby state Measurement state

Press Stop
Measurement

Oil Drains

Standby state

Remove quick-
connect body
protector

Attach male fitting

and valve assembly
with valve closed

Press Manual
Sampling, & Start

Wait at least several

minutes for oil to
purge…

Press Continue

Open sampling valve Remove male fitting Replace quick-connect

Close sampling valve
and take oil sample and valve assembly body protector

Press Finish

Figure 7-12: Manual oil sampling flowchart

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 Observe the product state on the HMI Dashboard page. Either wait for the product to
return to the Standby state or use the HMI to stop the current measurement cycle.
If the product is in “Standby” state, proceed to step 3. If the product is in a
measurement state, manual sampling is prevented.
Navigate to the Dashboard page and press Stop Measurement. The state changes to
“Oil draining”. If there is oil in the headspace, the draining process may take several
minutes. The product returns to “Standby” state.
On the local HMI Quick Access page, press Manual Sampling.
When the product is in “Standby” state, remove the quick-connect body protector by
pulling the collar down.
Fit the male quick-connect fitting and valve assembly to the correct quick-connect
body on the base of the product as shown in Section 7.1. Ensure that the valve is
closed to prevent oil leakage.
Press Start.
An oil line purging process starts. The product state reads “Oil purging”. To ensure
accurate results, oil must be adequately purged before sampling begins. This brings
fresh oil from the transformer to the manual oil sampling port. Typically, this means
waiting approximately 5–10 minutes, but the recommended wait time can vary
depending on the installation (longer tubing and lower temperatures can increase the
purge duration). Consult with Technical Support.
Press Continue when done. The product state reads “Oil sampling”. Note: This
indicates that the oil sampling process can begin.
Remove the Luer fitting cap, connect the oil sampling equipment e.g. syringe, and
perform the oil sampling as per standard process and procedures.
When finished sampling, close the valve and disconnect the oil sampling equipment.
Remove the male fitting and valve assembly and replace the body protector fitting on
the quick-connect body.
Press Finish when done. The product state returns to “Standby”. Note: If left in the “Oil
sampling” state, the product reverts to “Standby” after one hour. Measurement then
begins at the next scheduled measurement time.
To start a measurement immediately, press the Start button.

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8 COMMUNICATIONS
See the Communications section of ‘MA-024 - DGA 900 MultiTank Installation Manual’
for available communication options.

8.1 DNP3
Refer to the document CG-060 – DGA 900 DNP3 Objects & IO Points Index.

8.2 IEC 61850

Refer to the document CG-070 - DGA 900 IEC 61850 Edition 2.

8.3 Modbus Protocol

Refer to the document CG-062 - DGA 900 Modbus IO Registers.

8.4 HTTP / HTTPS Protocol

The HTTP and HTTPS protocols are used for communication with the Perception
software suite. The login credentials for such communication are independent of the
local and remote HMI. The login credentials to communicate with Perception from the
MultiTank product are as follows:
Username: perception
Password: perception
Refer to the Perception software documentation (v 1.22.3 or later) for further details.

9 TECHNICAL SUPPORT
For technical support, please contact the GE Customer Service Centre (24 hours a day,
365 days a year):
T +44 1785-250-070 (United Kingdom)
T 1-800-361-3652 (United States and Canada)
T +1 514-420-7460 (worldwide)
[email protected]

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 Appendix A Security Configuration

A.1 Introduction
This appendix addresses security configuration for remote operations and the software
firewall.

A.1.1 General Recommendations

GE recommends the ‘Defence in depth’ approach. The Defence in depth approach

advocates multiple layers of independent security controls to make it as difficult as
possible for an attack to succeed. When using GE products and solutions, consider
adopting the following security best practices:
▪ Care must be taken when connecting hardware to a wide area network including but
not limited to a corporate network or the Internet at large. The network segmentation
and firewall rules at each network interface must be carefully considered to reduce
the allowed traffic to the bare minimum needed for operation. Access rules
customised to the site's specific needs must be used to access devices from outside
the local control networks. Care must be taken to control, limit, and monitor all
access, using, for example, virtual private networks (VPN) or Demilitarised Zone
(DMZ) architectures. If a device is being used in a manner that does not require wide
area network access, it is strongly recommended that the device not be connected to
any wide area network to reduce the attack surface.
▪ It is recommended that the hardware is not connected to the same network as
transformer protection equipment.
▪ Harden system configurations by enabling/using the available security features, and
by disabling unnecessary ports, services, functionality, and network file shares.
▪ Apply all the latest GE product security updates, SIMs, and other recommendations.
▪ Apply all the latest operating system security patches to control systems PCs.
▪ Use antivirus software on control systems PCs and keep the associated antivirus
signatures up to date.
▪ Use whitelisting software on control systems PCs and keep the whitelist up to date.

A.1.2 Sample Checklist

This section provides a sample checklist to help guide the process of securely deploying
GE products.
▪ Create or locate a network diagram.
▪ Identify and record the required communication paths between nodes.
▪ Identify and record the protocols required along each path, including the role of each
node.
▪ Revise the network as needed to ensure appropriate partitioning, adding firewalls or
other network security devices as appropriate. Update the network diagram.
▪ Configure firewalls and other network security devices.

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 ▪ Enable and/or configure the appropriate security features on each GE product.
▪ On each GE product, change every supported password to something other than its
default value.
▪ Harden the configuration of each GE product, disabling unneeded features, protocols
and ports.
▪ Test / qualify the system.
▪ Create an update/maintenance plan.

A.2 Communication Requirements

Communication between different parts of a control system is, and must be, supported.
However, the security of a control system can be enhanced by limiting the protocols
allowed, and the paths across which they are allowed, to only what is needed. This can
be accomplished by disabling every communication protocol that isn’t needed on a
particular device, and by using appropriately configured and deployed network security
devices (e.g. firewalls, routers) to block every protocol (whether disabled or not) that
doesn’t need to pass from one network/segment to another.
GE recommends limiting the protocols allowed by the network infrastructure to the
minimum set required for the intended application. Successfully doing this requires
knowing which protocol is needed for each system-level interaction.

A.2.1 External Interfaces

The product features the following external interfaces as shown in Table A-1.
Table A-1: External Interfaces
External Comment
interface
RS-485
Ethernet HMI/SSH access
Ethernet Multi-protocol module DNP3/IEC
61850
GSM-GPRS modem
microSD
USB host
USB device USB-Ethernet

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A.2.2 Supported Protocols

The product supports the following protocols as shown in Table A-2.

Table A-2: Protocols
Network Layer Protocol
Link ARP
Internet ICMP
IPv4
Transport TCP
Application DHCP Server
SSH
HTTP Server
HTTPS Server
Modbus RTU Slave
Modbus TCP Slave

A.3 Secure Remote Operations

Select Settings > Communication services as shown in Figure A-1.
Note: This functionality is available only to ‘Operator’ and ‘Administrator’ users.

Figure A-1: Settings > Communication Services

The Communication Services page displays as shown in Figure A-2. All configuration
settings specified on this page apply to all interfaces (Ethernet, USB and GSM-GPRS
modem).

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 Figure A-2: Communication Services

Select the relevant slider button to enable/disable the relevant communication service.
E.g. Modbus-TCP, SSH (Secure Shell) and HTTPS — but do not rely on the firewall settings.
To implement a custom security policy, upload a new certificate and enable HTTPS
requests. Note: If HTTPS is enabled, all requests via HTTP are blocked.
In the Upload certificate field, click the Select file button, select the new certificate (PEM
file), and click Open. Click the ‘Save’ button in the application header to apply the
changes and then restart the MultiTank product.
Note: SSL certificates are small data files that digitally bind a cryptographic key to an
organization's details. When installed on a web server, it activates the padlock
and the HTTPS protocol and allows secure connections from a web server to a
browser.
Note: If HTTPS is disabled, the certificate will be applied when HTTPS is enabled.
Note: The HMI has no automatic redirection between HTTP and HTTPS (or vice versa).
This results in the following browser message “Site cannot be reached over
HTTP”.

A.3.1 Enable/disable Modbus-TCP protocol

▪ Use the HMI to login as either ‘Administrator’ or ‘Operator’.

▪ Select Settings > Communication Services.
▪ Select the Modbus-TCP Enable slider button to enable/disable the Modbus-TCP
protocol.

▪ Click the ‘Save’ button in the application header to apply the changes.
▪ Restart the MultiTank product.

A.3.2 Enable/disable SSH service (root access over SSH)

▪ Use the HMI to login as either ‘Administrator’ or ‘Operator’.

▪ Select Settings > Communication Services.

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 ▪ Select the SSH Enable slider button to enable/disable the Secure Socket Shell service.

▪ Click the ‘Save’ button in the application header to apply the changes.
▪ Restart the MultiTank product.

A.3.3 Enable/disable HTTPS protocol

▪ Use the HMI to login as either ‘Administrator’ or ‘Operator’.

▪ Select Settings > Communication Services.
▪ Select the Enable HTTPS slider button to enable/disable the HTTPS protocol.

▪ Click the ‘Save’ button in the application header to apply the changes.
▪ Restart the MultiTank product.
Note: The HMI has no automatic redirection between HTTP and HTTPS (or vice versa).
This results in the following browser message “Site cannot be reached over
HTTP”.

A.3.4 Apply customer certificates for HTTPS

▪ Use the HMI to login as either ‘Administrator’ or ‘Operator’.

▪ Select Settings > Communication Services.
▪ To implement a custom security policy, upload a new certificate and enable HTTPS
requests only.
In the Upload certificate field, click the Select file button, select the new certificate
(PEM file) and click Open.

▪ Click the ‘Save’ button in the application header to apply the changes.
▪ Restart the MultiTank product.
Note: If HTTPS is disabled, the certificate will be applied when HTTPS is enabled.

A.4 Software Firewall

The MultiTank product has a built-in firewall that defines the security settings for the
various interfaces. Firewall policies are configured separately for each interface
(Ethernet, USB, GSM-GPRS modem). The MultiTank product ships with a standard GE
self-signed certificate with the firewall enabled by default to accept all HTTP requests.
You should customise the firewall.
To create a custom security policy, select Settings > Firewall to open the Firewall
Settings page as shown in Figure A-3.

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 Figure A-3: Firewall Settings

Rules can be added, edited or deleted to create a suitable access policy for each type of
interface. These rules are used to block unused ports and specify distinct firewall actions
(accept, reject or drop) based on the IP address or port.

A.4.1 Default Policy

The default policy is to accept all incoming requests and applies for all cases not covered
by specific policies. The default policy provides a dropdown list of three options as shown
in Figure A-4.

Figure A-4: Default policy options

A.4.2 Specific Policies

The specific policy adds exceptions to the default policy.

Click the ‘Create new rule’ button to create a new policy. The rule options are as
shown in Figure A-5.

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 Figure A-5: Specific policy options

A.4.3 Disable all Connections on a dedicated interface

In the Firewall Settings page, select the interface type e.g. lan and in the Default policy
dropdown, select REJECT as shown in Figure A-6.

Figure A-6: LAN interface

A.4.4 Disable all Connections except HTTPS

In the Firewall Settings page, select the interface type e.g. lan and in the Default policy
dropdown, select REJECT as shown in Figure A-7.

Figure A-7: LAN interface

Click the ‘Create new rule’ button to create a new policy. The policy requires
completing several fields as shown in Figure A-8.

Figure A-8: Accept HTTPS

In the ‘Rule Name’ field, type a descriptive name e.g. Accept HTTPS.
In the ‘IP’ field, select the IP checkbox and specify/edit the IP address e.g.
192.168.0.124.
In the ‘Port’ field, select the Port checkbox and type 443.
In the ‘Firewall Action’ dropdown list, select ACCEPT.

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 Repeat the above steps for each interface type to ensure that only HTTPS requests are
permitted on those interfaces e.g. ‘usb’ and ‘gsm’.

After all interfaces have been configured, click the ‘Save’ button in the application
header to save the security settings and then restart the MultiTank product.

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 Appendix B Transportation PGA Lock

The Analysis module is equipped with a factory-fitted transportation PGA lock that
consists of a metal locking bracket, two metal securing pins, two plastic nuts and three
cable ties as shown in Figure B-1.

Figure B-1: PGA lock – engaged

The lock is engaged prior to shipping, but must be disengaged prior to operation of the
product. The lock must be refitted if there is ever a requirement to transport the module
(or if the product is ever to be laid horizontally). If the product is to be relocated or
transported, it must be shutdown using the procedure outlined in Section 6.16.
Note: If the product is to be removed from the transformer, ensure that the
transformer inlet and outlet valves, and the pipework valves are closed before
removing the pipework.
To access the lock, open the Analysis module, remove the black push-fit insulating cover
as described in Section C.3 and follow the relevant procedure outlined below.

B.1 Remove the lock

To remove the PGA lock after transportation of the product, follow this procedure:
▪ Cut the three cable ties to release the two securing pins and the locking bracket as
shown in Figure B-2.

Figure B-2: PGA lock – pins and locking bracket secured with cable ties

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 ▪ Pull each pin forward and out to remove it from the vibration mount assembly as
shown in Figure B-3.

Figure B-3: PGA lock – remove pins

▪ Loosen and remove the two plastic nuts securing the metal bracket to the anti-
vibration mounts as shown in Figure B-4.

Figure B-4: PGA lock – remove plastic nuts

▪ Remove the metal bracket as shown in Figure B-5. Note: Retain the metal bracket,
pins and plastic nuts for future use of the lock.

Figure B-5: PGA lock – remove metal bracket

The transportation PGA lock is now disengaged rendering the PGA anti-vibration mounts
active. If the product is transported and reconnected to a different substation asset, it
must be recommissioned by a GE-approved commissioning engineer.

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B.2 Fit the lock
To fit the PGA lock, reverse the procedure outlined in Appendix B.1:
▪ Insert the metal bracket into the vibration mount assembly as shown in Figure B-6.

Figure B-6: PGA lock – insert metal bracket

▪ Secure the metal bracket to the anti-vibration mounts using the two plastic nuts as
shown in Figure B-9.

Figure B-7: PGA lock – attach plastic nuts

Note: Hold the base of the anti-vibration mount while tightening the plastic nuts to
prevent twisting of the soft silicone.
▪ Push each metal pin into the vibration mount assembly as shown in Figure B-9.

Figure B-8: PGA lock – insert pins

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 ▪ Ensure that each pin end is fully inserted into the hole in the back wall of the
enclosure as shown in Figure B-9.

Figure B-9: PGA lock – pin to enclosure hole

▪ Use three cable ties to secure the pins to the metal bracket at the appropriate holes
as shown in Figure B-10.

Figure B-10: PGA lock – pins and locking bracket secured with cable ties

The transportation PGA lock is now engaged rendering the PGA anti-vibration mounts
inactive. After the product is removed, ensure that it is stored in an upright position.
Note: Any remaining oil in the pipework should be drained into a suitable container.

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 Appendix C Maintenance Activities

C.1 Battery
The product uses non-rechargeable lithium coin cell batteries (Panasonic CR2450
3 V 620 mAh) — one in the Hub module on the Controller PCB as shown in Figure C-1,
and the other in the Analysis module on the Gas Manifold Control Unit (GMCU) PCB as
shown in Figure C-2. If either battery needs to be replaced, data from the product must
be backed up. Failure to do so may result in historical data loss.

Figure C-1: Controller PCB coin cell battery Figure C-2: GMCU PCB coin cell battery

The following steps describe how to change the battery:

1. Back up the product data — if necessary, contact your GE
representative.
2. Disconnect the mains power.
3. Open the door on the relevant module to locate the battery on the
relevant board.
4. Slide the battery out of its housing.
5. Replace with a new Panasonic CR2450 3 V 620 mAh coin cell.
6. Close the door.

There is a danger of a new battery exploding if installed incorrectly.

Dispose of the used battery in accordance with local regulations — not in a

fire or with household waste. Contact your local waste disposal agency for
the address of the nearest battery deposit site. Perchlorate material —
special handling may apply.
See: www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

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C.2 Air Filter Replacement
The Hub module draws air from the base and expels it via the air outlet on the front door.
The intake air is filtered to remove the largest particles, so depending on environmental
conditions, the air filter cartridge may need periodic replacement.
To replace the air intake filter:

First isolate the product through the external circuit breaker or external switch
and apply LOTO.
Remove the four M8 hex nuts from the four M2.5 hex bolts securing the filter
holder assembly as shown in Figure C-3 and then prise the holder off the base
plate as shown in Figure C-4.
Remove the used filter mesh cartridge from the holder and dispose of it as shown
in Figure C-5. Replace with a new filter mesh cartridge as shown in Figure C-6 in
the orientation shown in Figure C-4. Note: the metallic mesh cover must face
downwards and outwards in the holder.
Place the filter holder assembly back onto the module’s base plate and secure in
place using the four nuts and bolts previously removed as shown in Figure C-3.

Figure C-3: Hub fan air inlet Figure C-4: Detached inlet cover with filter –
facedown

Figure C-5: Detached inlet cover with filter Figure C-6: Filter mesh cartridge – face up
removed

The air outlet filter on the rear of the front door should also be periodically checked and
replaced if required.
To replace the air outlet filter:

First isolate the product through the external circuit breaker or external switch
and apply LOTO before opening the door.

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 Remove the eight M5 aerotight nuts that secure the Louvre catchment tray to the
top rear of the front door as shown in Figure C-7, and then lift the tray away from
the neoprene 3 mm gasket as shown in Figure C-8.
Remove the used white filter from the tray (it’s disposable and can be pulled out)
as shown in Figure C-9. Insert a new Louvre air filter as shown in Figure C-10 into
the tray ensuring that the filter evenly fills the entire space.
Refit the tray to the gasket on the front door and secure in place using the eight
nuts previously removed as shown in Figure C-7.

Figure C-7: Louvre catchment tray – attached Figure C-8: Louvre gasket – tray removed

Figure C-9: Louvre catchment tray – detached & Figure C-10: Louvre air filter
filter removed

C.3 Oil Filter Cleaning

The oil is filtered to prevent particles from entering the product or being returned to the
transformer. Therefore, this filter may need occasional cleaning.
Note: A non-critical error in the product data file, such as error code 18 or 20 can be
suggestive of such action.
Figure C-11 shows the oil connections on the gland plate of the Analysis module for each
product.

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 Figure C-11: Oil connections – TapTrans (left) & MultiTrans (right)

Figure C-12 shows the oil filter location with the filter element removed.

Figure C-12: Oil filter

Before removing the filter housing, first isolate the product through the
external switch or circuit breaker and ensure that the oil supply valve is
closed.

To clean the oil filter:

If a measurement is in progress, press Stop Measurement on the HMI to abort
the measurement process and return the product to Standby mode. Power off the
product at the external switch or circuit breaker once it is in Standby mode.
Close the product’s supply and return oil valves.
Open the door of the Analysis module.
Pull the black insulating push-fit cover by the moulded handle nearer the centre
top until the top of the cover opens, then lift the cover vertically up and out of the
way as shown in Figure C-13.

Figure C-13: Internal push-fit cover removal

Remove the four M3 hex bolts holding the oil filter cover.
Remove the stainless steel filter element and clean it using a brush and compressed
air (or replace with a new filter, order FITT01029H). Then replace the filter back into its
housing and re-secure the oil filter cover using the four M3 hex bolts.

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 Replace the black insulating push-fit cover by inserting the bottom end first. Note:
Take care to route the earthing cable through the groove in the insulation. And then
press fit the top of the cover home.
Close and lock the door.
Re-open the product’s supply and return valves.
Re-energise the product and it will automatically begin measuring at the next
scheduled time.

C.4 Peltier Cooler

The product uses a thermoelectric cooler attached to the outer left side of the Analysis
module to regulate the temperature within the module. The Peltier cooler as shown in
Figure C-14 is self-contained and requires minimal maintenance other than periodic
cleaning.
Follow this procedure to clean the cooler:
Power down the product as described in Section 6.16.

WARNING: Ensure the product is powered off and disconnect all supplies
at their source before continuing.

Remove the six M2.5 hex bolts holding the external fan group as highlighted in
Figure C-14 and separate the mating connectors of the electrical cable to free the
fan group from the unit as shown in Figure C-15 to Figure C-17.
Use dry compressed air to blow any dust, insect matter or other debris from the
fans, cooling fins and the top vent (if necessary, remove the hood held by two M2.5
hex bolts).
Use a clean dry cloth to remove any hardened deposits from the general area.
If necessary, protect the electrical connector and use a non-pressurised hose pipe
to direct deionised water through the top fins of the cooler and continue to flush
water through the fins until the water running out from the bottom of the cooler
turns clear.

Use only deionised water and a non-pressurised hose to direct water

through both fan inlets for as short a time as possible; typically, less than
10 seconds is sufficient to clean each fan inlet (with a typical total duration
of under 3 minutes).

Reconnect the electrical cable at the clip, replace the external fan group (and hood
if removed), and secure in place with the M2.5 hex bolts.
Power on the product.

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 Hood

Hex bolts
(six
highlighted)

Electrical
clip
connector

Figure C-14: Peltier cooler Figure C-15: Fan group electrical connection

Cooling fins Detached

fan group

Figure C-16: Peltier cooling fins Figure C-17: Fan group detached from cooler

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 Appendix D Time Sync Implementation

The product has a time-sync feature that allows users to synchronize the clock. This
Appendix explains the data format options for the “time sync” and its implementation.

D.1 Time Format

Under the standard Modbus® register list, the timing is defined in Table D-1.
Table D-1: Timing
Group
Register Permissions Description Data Format
Size
1200 UTC Clock: Years YYYY (BCD)
1201 UTC Clock: Months, days MMDD (BCD)
1202 R/W 4* UTC Clock: Hours, minutes HHMM (BCD)
UTC Clock: Seconds, Day of week
1203 SSWW (BCD)
(0-6, 0 Sunday)

This R/W (read/write) register is in BCD format (Binary Coded Decimal). Some systems
are not compatible with this data format. *The time registers can be written separately
in 5 second intervals in any order.

D.2 UNIX® Epoch register

A UNIX Epoch register was added to the host board firmware (v1.12.2) to make systems
integration easier in cases of system incompatibility. Both register formats (BCD & UNIX)
will be maintained in future firmware versions and both affect the same single clock. The
details of the UNIX time registers are listed in Table D-2.
Table D-2: UNIX time registers
Register Access Version Storage Effect Name Description Data
Flags Class After Format
1197 rg2,wg2 1.12.2 RAM immediately RTC_UNIX Current Time 32-bit
1198 _TIME UTC in UNIX integer
format

These registers are readable and writable, but should be written together as a single 32-
bit value.

D.2.1 UNIX Time Format

The number of seconds from the UNIX epoch time of Jan 1st 1970 00:00:00.

D.2.2 UNIX Time Example

For reference, the time on a device is reported in the UTC format on the HMI as
11/29/2017 00:00:00 BST and the corresponding value in the registers mentioned above
is 1511913600.
When testing, please check that you are reading registers 1197-1198 (assuming
addresses start at 999 +1) and decoding an unsigned 32-bit big endian number. The

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 epoch time is in UTC. This matches the device time. An online converter e.g.
http://www.epochconverter.com/ can be used to verify.

D.2.3 Register Access Control

The product registers are protected with access flags. The register map details the
relevant access flags for each register. Each register may have one or more access flags,
separated by commas. Table D-3 lists the supported access flags:
Table D-3: Access flags
Flag Access Description
R Read Read access to a single register
rgN Read group Read access to a group of length N (Nmax = 120)
W Write Write access to a single register
wgN Write group Write access to a group of length N (Nmax = 120)
Access flags may be modified with the addition of the modifier flags listed in Table D-4.
Table D-4: Modifier flags
Flag Access Description
u User Only accessible if the master is authorised with user access
c Config Only accessible if master is authorised as config (commissioning) user
f Factory Only accessible if master is authorised as factory (service) user

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 Appendix E Alarm Settings: General Advice

Note: This Appendix is based on Technical Bulletin No 18 (amended below for

MultiTank products).

E.1 Introduction
There are published standards for interpretation of DGA results. The main internationally
recognised standards are IEEE® C57.104 and IEC® 60599. It is recommended that the
customer refers to these or local standards for more information on DGA interpretation.
As every transformer is different due to design, manufacturing tolerances, operating
regime, etc., there are no rules that can be applied to every transformer. Therefore, alarm
settings should be individually set for each transformer.
IEEE C57.104 provides a 4-level criterion to classify risks to transformers. Condition 1
gives the average gas values below which a ‘normal transformer’ is operating
satisfactorily.
If there is DGA history available for the transformer, then the customer should also
consult this information when deciding on the alarm settings for the transformer.

E.2 Setting Alarms

All online DGA monitors should have alarm levels set at commissioning. This will ensure
that the customer is alerted should the gas concentrations increase. While it is the
customer’s responsibility to set appropriate alarms, it is recommended that there always
be some alarms set on the DGA monitor as there have been some cases where alarm
levels have not been set and the transformer has failed without any notification to the
customer.
Customers with experience in monitoring transformers may have their own
methodology for setting alarms. In this case, the customer methodology should be used
to set alarms on the DGA monitoring system.
Where a customer wishes to monitor the transformer for a period before deciding on the
alarm settings, it is recommended that some preliminary alarm levels are set at the time
of commissioning using the method outlined in E.3.

E.3 Main Tank: Gas Level Alarms

If the customer does not have their own system for setting alarms, the following
procedure may be used, at the customer’s discretion, to set preliminary alarms on the
DGA monitor:
• Run the analyser for several hours, preferably overnight, at hourly
measurements.
• Compare the results to IEEE Standard C57.104-2008 to see if any of the results
are outside the established norms.

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Table E-1: Main Tank: Gas Level Alarms
µL/L or Hydrogen Methane Acetylene Ethylene Ethane Carbon Carbon TDCG
ppm (H2) (CH4) (C2H2) (C2H4) (C2H6) monoxide dioxide
(CO) (CO2)
IEEE STD 100 120 1 50 65 350 2500 720
Condition
1

1) Set alarms to the following only if the measurements taken are LESS THAN the above values.
(C2H2 is set slightly higher to avoid spurious alarms)

Caution 100 120 2 or 4* 50 65 350 2500

Alarm 120 144 3 or 6* 60 78 420 3000
* To avoid spurious alarms ona MultiTank product, C2H2 Caution and Alarm limits should be set no lower
than 2 and 3 ppm respectively.

2) Set alarms to the following only if the measurements taken are ABOVE the IEEE Condition 1
values.
Measured Value * yyy% = ppm caution/alarm value)

Caution Value *120% Value Value *120% Value Value Value *120% Value
*120% *120% *120% *120%
Alarm Value *150% Value Value *150% Value Value Value *150% Value
*150% *150% *150% *150%

Note: The values cited in this table assume that no previous tests on the transformer for
dissolved gas analysis have been made or that no recent history exists. If a previous analysis
exists, it should be reviewed to determine if the situation is stable or unstable.
Note: See the example in Section E.8 at the end of this Appendix.

E.4 Main Tank: Gas Rate Of Change Alarms

Set the Rate of Change (ROC) alarms to the following values listed in Table E-2 for the
most critical gases:
▪ Daily Rate of Change (ROC) alarms – if oil volume is unknown
Table E-2: ROC alarms (key gas values)
ppm / Hydrogen Methane Acetylene Ethylene Ethane Carbon Carbon TDCG
day (H2) (CH4) (C2H2) (C2H4) (C2H6) monoxide dioxide
(CO) (CO2)
Caution - - 0.5 0.5 - 2 - 2
Alarm - - 1.0 1.0 - 5 - 8

▪ Daily Rate Of Change (ROC) alarms – if oil volume or weight is known

If the oil volume is known, the severity of defects based on ROC depends on the volume
(or weight) of oil contained in the transformer. For instance, a 1 ppm/day gas increase in
a large transformer (80,000 l oil) means a ROC of 80 ml/day of such gas. In a smaller
transformer (4,000 l oil), the same 1 ppm/day gas increase means a ROC of 4 ml/day. In

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 either case there is a defect, but in the larger transformer the defect is much more
severe.

E.4.1 Using Oil Volume

It is strongly recommended to use ROC in ml/day. Convert the ppm/day figure to ml/day
based on the oil volume or weight:

1) ROC =
(ROC )  m ml / day


Transformer owner may calculate ROC in ml/day by using following formula (IEC 60599):
( y2 − y1 ) m ml / day
2) ROC =
  (d 2 − d1 )

where:
▪ y1 is the last reading, in ppm;
▪ y2 is the previous reading, in ppm;
▪ m is the oil mass / weight, in kilograms;
▪ ρ is the oil density, in kilograms per cubic metre;
▪ d1 is the date of y1, and
▪ d2 is the date of y2.
Note: This is a very generic formula. As Kelman® equipment readings are taken every
day, then (d2 – d1) = 1

E.4.2 Using Oil Mass

Should the transformer owner use oil mass instead of oil volume, then ρ = 1,000. Thus,
formula can be simplified to:

3) ROC = ( y2 − y1 ) M (ml / day)

where:
▪ (y2 – y1) is the difference between two consecutive readings in 24 hours, in ppm
▪ M is the oil mass, in metric tons
Note: Pay attention to the units of measure.
▪ In formula 2), oil density is given in kilograms per cubic metre, thus typical oil density
is about 960 kg/m3.
▪ In formula 3), gas concentration is given in ppm and oil mass is given in metric tons).
If using ROC in ml/day, use Table E-3 to set ROC alarms:

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Table E-3: ROC alarms (for ROC in ml/day)
ml/day Hydrogen Methane Acetylene Ethylene Ethane Carbon Carbon TDCG
(H2) (CH4) (C2H2) (C2H4) (C2H6) monoxide dioxide
(CO) (CO2)
Caution 2.5 1 0.05 1 1 25 - 5
Alarm 5 2 0.1 2 2 50 - 10

E.5 Measurement Intervals

If the customer does not have a policy for measurement intervals, use the following
measurement intervals (in hours):
Table E-4: Measurement intervals
Normal 12
Caution 6
Alarm 3

E.6 Other Settings / Alarm Setups

Using the Webserver, remember to map Caution and Alarm values to Caution/Alarm
indicators, Caution/Alarm modes, any wired relays and SMS messaging as required.

E.7 Important Notes

All alarm and measurement interval settings should be set and approved by the
asset manager.
After oil treatment (degassing, regeneration, drying, mixing, etc.), the alarm
settings should be reviewed and changed if necessary.

E.8 Example (Main Tank)

The maximum measured value of ethylene is 48 ppm.
This is close to the limit in Table E-1, so the Caution should be set to 120% of the value
and Alarm to 150% of the value.
Caution 58 ppm
Alarm 72 ppm
The rate of change alarms should also be set.
Caution 0.4 ppm/day
Alarm 1.0 ppm/day

E.8.1 Caution

There may be cases where the transformer suddenly fails (between measurements at
the normal measurement interval). The customer should be made aware that online
monitoring equipment is not capable of detecting such rapid (often catastrophic)
failures. DGA monitoring is designed for the detection of incipient slow-developing faults.

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 Other protective devices (Buchholz relay, pressure relief device, over-current and
differential current protection, etc…) should be used in conjunction with DGA monitoring
equipment to provide complete protection for the transformer.

E.8.2 Stray Gassing (CIGRE® TF 15/12.01.11)

Some modern, unused oils are recognised as ‘stray gassing’. This means that the oil itself
can produce some hydrogen in the absence of defects. Should the online monitor be
installed before or within a few months after the commissioning of the transformer,
hydrogen concentration may rise to 250 ppm. This should be taken into consideration
when establishing the caution and alarm settings.
In stray gassing oils, hydrogen concentration increases very rapidly when the
transformer is energised, reaches a plateau at about 250 ppm and then decreases slowly
to normal values. The transformer owner should know this behaviour before setting up
caution and alarm values and adapt them during the first year or two of transformer
operation. If Kelman equipment is installed on a transformer already in service, this note
is not applicable unless a passivator or an additive has been recently added to the oil.
After any oil treatment (degassing, regeneration, drying, mixing, etc.), the alarm settings
should be reviewed and changed if necessary.

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