Operation; Getting Started - AEMC 8335 User Manual

4.1 Getting Started

NOTE: Make sure the PowerPad
Connecting:
• Start the instrument by pressing the
• Configure the unit to obtain the required results and type of network (see § 4.3).
• Connect the current leads and sensors to the PowerPad
• Connect the ground and/or neutral lead to the network ground and/or neutral
(when distributed), as well as the corresponding current sensor.
• Connect the L1 phase lead to the network L1 phase, as well as the corresponding
current sensor
• Repeat the procedure for phases L2, L3 and N
Note: Complying with this procedure limits connection errors to a minimum and
conserves time.
Disconnecting:
• Proceed in the reverse order to connecting, always finishing by disconnecting the
ground and/or neutral (when distributed)
• Disconnect the unit leads and power it down.
• Recharge the battery and recover the data registered where necessary.
• USB sockets can be used to connect the unit to any type of network.
The following precautions for use must be complied with:
• Do not connect any voltages exceeding 1000Vrms in relation to the
ground/earth.
• When connecting and disconnecting the batteries, check that measuring
leads are disconnected.
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Power Quality Analyzer Model 8335