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LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Each Fluke product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty period is two years and begins on the date of shipment. Parts, product repairs, and services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries, or to any product which, in Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
Introduction How to Contact Fluke The 1732 and 1734 Energy Loggers (the Logger or Product) are To contact Fluke, use one of these telephone numbers: compact devices for energy and power quality surveys. With a built-in • USA: 1-800-760-4523 touch screen and USB flash drive support, it is easy to configure, •...
1732/1734 Users Manual Safety Information • Replace the mains power cord if the insulation is damaged or if the insulation shows signs of wear. A Warning identifies hazardous conditions and procedures that are • dangerous to the user. A Caution identifies conditions and...
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Energy Logger Safety Information • • Do not exceed the Measurement Category (CAT) rating Do not use USB accessories when the Product is of the lowest rated individual component of a Product, installed in environment with wires or exposed metal probe, or accessory.
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This product contains a Lithium-ion battery. Do not mix with the solid waste stream. Spent batteries should be disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler per local regulations. Contact your authorized Fluke Service Center for recycling information.
Energy Logger Before You Start Before You Start The 1734 Energy Logger also includes these items in the standard purchase list: Below is a list of the items included with your purchase. Carefully • WiFi/BLE to USB Adapter unpack and inspect each of the items: •...
Auxiliary Input Adapter for up to 2 DC voltages (0 V to 10 V and 0 V to 1000 V) MP1-MAGNET PROBE 1 Set of 4 Magnet Probes for 4 mm banana plugs 1732/UPGRADE Upgrade Kit for 1732 to 1734 (includes: Hanger, Magnet Probes and WiFi BLE Dongle)
1732/1734 Users Manual Battery Operation To charge the battery: Connect the mains cord to the ac input socket on the power Caution supply. To prevent damage to the Product: Fit the power supply to the Logger or use the dc power cord to •...
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1732/1734 Users Manual Table 5. Connector Panel Item Description Current measurement inputs (3 phases) Voltage measurement inputs (3 phases + N) Power Cord/Measurement Line Slide-Cover • Power Cord AC Input 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 15 VA Measurement Line AC Input...
1732/1734 Users Manual Power Measurement Line Power Source Attach the Power Supply to the Logger or use the dc power cord to The Logger has options for power source: connect the Power Supply to the Logger. • mains Move the slide-cover on the power supply to access the safety •...
Energy Logger Power Battery Power Source Table 7. Power/Battery Status The Logger can operate on battery power without a connection to the power supply or dc power cord. Logger On Push . The Logger turns on and is ready to use in <30 seconds. Power Source Battery Symbol Power LED Color...
1732/1734 Users Manual Touch Screen Calibration The touch screen is pre-calibrated in the factory. If you notice that the The touch screen lets you interact directly with what is on the display. targets do not align with your touch on the display, you can calibrate To change parameters, touch a target on the display.
For more information, see the white paper, Measurement Theory Formulas, at www.fluke.com for a list of formulas. Pick the work standards for your region. This action selects the color codes and the phase descriptor (A, B, C, N or L1, L2, L3,...
1732/1734 Users Manual First Measurements Connect the voltage test leads to neutral, phase A/L1, phase B/L2, and phase C/L3. At the energy study site, look at the information in the panel and the With all of the connections done, check that the voltages for rating plates on the machines.
Energy Logger Function Selection Buttons Function Selection Buttons 17. Review the logged data using the softkeys V, A, Hz, +, Power, and Energy. The Logger has three buttons that switch between the Meter, Power, 18. To prevent unwanted operation, touch the Lock Screen target. and Logger function modes.
1732/1734 Users Manual THD Voltage includes a traffic light indicator: Study Type Depending on the application, select either Load Study or Energy • green: <2 % Study. • yellow: 2 % to 8 % • Energy Study: Select this study type when power and energy •...
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1732/1734 Users Manual Split Phase 3-<P Wye Example: A North American residential installation at the service Example: Also called "Star" or four-wire connection. Typical entrance. commercial building power. Energy Study Energy Study Load Study (no voltage measurement) Load Study (no voltage measurement)
Wireless Connection to Fluke Connect Modules the module during a logging session. The Logger supports wireless radio communication with Fluke For more information about FC module support with the 1734 Energy 3000-series modules to remotely monitor equipment. See Figure 6. Logger, go to www.fluke.com.
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Energy Logger Function Selection Buttons • Wired Connection Use up to 8 characters to configure the measurement Unit of the parameter. Configure the Auxiliary input to show the readings for the attached sensor. In addition to the default setting of ±10 V, up to five custom •...
1732/1734 Users Manual Example 2: Verify Fluke 80TK Thermocouple Module Push (Show Menu) and select Verify. Push to toggle between Generator Mode and Motor Output: 1 mV/°C, 1 mV/°F Mode. Settings in sensor configuration: Usually the current flow direction is toward the load. Use - Sensor type: Other Motor Mode for these applications.
Energy Logger Function Selection Buttons Correct Digitally Power Push (Show Menu) and select Correct Digitally to access the – In the Power mode you can get the values and a live trend connection correction screen. This screen allows you to virtually swap chart for each phase (A, B, C or L1, L2, L3) and total as: phases and invert the current inputs instead of a manual correction.
1732/1734 Users Manual The menu also provides the access to live values of Energy as: Logger • Active Energy (Ep) Wh – In Logger mode, you can: • Reactive Energy (E r) in varh • Configure a new logging session •...
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Energy Logger Function Selection Buttons To select between Load Study and Energy Study: Duration and Recording Start/Stop Date and Time Go to Meter > Change Configuration. This Configuration screen You can set the duration of the measurement from a list. No end contains the measurement configuration parameters such as configures the maximum possible duration based on the available Topology, current range, voltage, and current ratios.
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1732/1734 Users Manual Options to configure the logging session: The Logger recommends an interval based on the duration to get the best balance between resolution and data size. • Duration and manual start A memory gauge shows the memory used by recorded sessions and •...
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Energy Logger Function Selection Buttons Energy costs From the Logger home screen you have access to: • V, A, Hz, + (A, Hz, + for load studies) Enter the costs/kWh for demand energy. The energy costs are applied to forward energy (positive energy) using the demand interval and can •...
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1732/1734 Users Manual The algorithm to calculate Voltage min/max values is in accordance to For all power values, except PF and DPF, the three highest values established power quality standards to detect dips, swells, and during the logging session are available. Use (Reverse interruptions.
The screen shots are stored on the USB flash drive in the Sessions for more details. \Fluke173x\<serialnumber>\screenshots folder. Note Fluke 173x = your model number, such as Fluke 1734. It is not possible to review a completed logging session when Instrument Settings another session is active.
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1732/1734 Users Manual Phase Color/Phase Labels Name for Instrument The phase colors are configurable to match with the connector panel You can assign a name to the Logger. This name is attached to the decal: measurement files when you review these files in Energy Analyze Plus software.
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Energy Logger Function Selection Buttons Date/Time Zone To set the date format: The logger stores the measurement data in universal time coordinate Push (UTC) to ensure continuity in time and accounts for time changes due Push (Instrument Settings). to daylight saving time (DST).
PIN is also supported. Note Contact your local Fluke office for a master PIN in the case of a lost or unknown PIN. You will need the Product serial number and date shown on the screen to request a master...
Energy Logger Function Selection Buttons Touch Screen Calibration Copy Service Data to USB The touch screen has been calibrated at the factory before shipment. If requested for customer support, use this function to copy all In case you do experience misalignment with the touch targets, use measurement files in raw format and system information to a USB the touch screen calibration feature.
1732/1734 Users Manual Reset to Factory Defaults Copy the firmware file (*.bin) into this folder. The reset function deletes all user data, such as logging sessions and Make sure the Logger is powered from mains and turned on. screen captures. It also deletes the WiFi access point connection Plug the flash drive into the Logger.
Select Product Family > Power Quality Tools. 10. Copy the license file (*.txt) to this folder. Select Model Name > Fluke 1732 or Fluke 1734. 11. Make sure the Logger is powered from mains and turned on. Enter the serial number of the Logger.
See www.fluke.com for locations and contact information of If the Logger is dirty, clean it carefully with a damp cloth (without Fluke Service Centers worldwide. cleaning agents). Mild soap may be used. Warning Battery Replacement To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal The Logger has an internal rechargeable Lithium-ion battery.
Logger. The recommended calibration cycle is order parts and accessories, see How to Contact Fluke on page 1. 2 years. For more information see How to Contact Fluke on page 1. Table 8. Replacement Parts Fluke Part or Ref.
Energy Analyze Plus Software System Requirements The computer hardware requirements for the software are: Purchase of the Logger includes Fluke Energy Analyze Plus software. • With the software, you can do many tasks from a computer: Free Hard Disk space 50 MB, >10 GB (for measurement data) recommended •...
Energy Logger WiFi Support WiFi Direct Connection WiFi-Infrastructure The WiFi direct connection uses WPA2-PSK (pre-shared key) with The WiFi connection requires the WiFi-Infrastructure license and AES encryption. The passphrase shown on the screen is required to supports WPA2-PSK. This connection requires a DHCP service establish a connection from a client to the device.
1732/1734 Users Manual Remote Control Configuration IP Address You can remotely control the instrument with a free third-party VNC Direct Connection ......10.10.10.1 client available for Windows, Android, Apple iOS, and Windows Phone after the WiFi connection is setup. VNC (Virtual Network WiFi Infrastructure......
Fluke Connect Wireless System Select the WiFi network that begins with "Fluke173x<serial-no>". Go to the Fluke Connect App and select the Logger from the list. The Logger supports the Fluke Connect Wireless System (may not be available in all regions). Fluke Connect is a system that wirelessly Go to www.flukeconnect.com...
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Energy Logger Wiring Configurations Power A fund B fund C fund Total Total fund A fund B fund ...
1732/1734 Users Manual General Specifications Color LCD Display..........4.3-inch active matrix color TFT, 480 pixels x 272 pixels, resistive touch panel Power/Charging/LED Indicator Warranty Logger and Power Supply ........2 years (battery not included) Accessories ............1 year Calibration Cycle ...........2 years Dimensions Logger ..............19.8 cm x 16.7 cm x 5.5 cm (7.8 in x 6.6 in x 2.2 in)
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Energy Logger Environmental Specifications Safety IEC 61010-1 IEC Mains Input..........Overvoltage Category II, Pollution Degree 2 Voltage Terminals ...........Overvoltage Category IV, Pollution Degree 2 IEC 61010-2-033..........CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) International ............IEC 61326-1: Industrial CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A Group 1: Equipment has intentionally generated and/or uses conductively-coupled radio frequency energy that is necessary for the internal function of the equipment itself.
1732/1734 Users Manual Electrical Specifications Power Supply Voltage Range ............nominal 100 V to 500 V (85 V min to 550 V max) using safety plug input Mains Power ............nominal 100 V to 240 V (85 V min to 265 V max) using IEC 60320 C7 input (figure 8 power cord) Power consumption..........Maximum 50 VA (max.
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Input Range.............0 V dc to ± 10 V dc Wireless Connection (requires WiFi/BLE adapter USB1 FC) Number of Inputs..........2 Supported Modules .........Fluke Connect 3000 series Acquisition............1 reading/s Scale factor ............Format: mx + b (Gain and offset) user configurable Displayed units............User configurable (up to 8 characters, for example °C, psi, or m/s) Data Acquisition Resolution ............16-bit synchronous sampling...
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USB-A ..............File transfer via USB Flash Drive, Firmware updates, max. supply current: 120 mA WiFi Supported modes..........Direct connection and connection to infrastructure (requires WiFi-Infrastructure license) Security ............WPA2-AES with pre-shared key Bluetooth .............read auxiliary measurement data from Fluke Connect 3000 series modules (requires WiFi/BLE adapter USB1 FC) USB-mini .............Data download device to PC...
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Energy Logger Electrical Specifications Accuracy at Reference Conditions Maximum Intrinsic Accuracy at Reference Conditions Parameter Range Resolution (% of Reading + % of Range) ±(0.2 % + 0.01 %) Voltage 1000 V 0.1 V ±(0.3 % + 0.02 %) 15 mV 0.01 mV Rogowski Mode ±(0.3 % + 0.02 %)
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1732/1734 Users Manual Power/Energy Parameter Direct Input iFlex1500-12 iFlex3000-24 iFlex6000-36 i40S-EL Clamp: 50 mV/500 mV 150 A / 1500 A 300 A / 3000 A 600 A / 6000 A 4 A / 40 A Rogowski: 15 mV/150 mV Power Range W, VA, var Clamp: 50 W/500 W 150 kW / 1.5 MW...
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Energy Logger Electrical Specifications Intrinsic Uncertainty ±(% of measurement value + % of power range) Direct Input iFlex1500-12 iFlex3000-24 iFlex6000-36 i40S-EL Influence Parameter Quantity Clamp: 50 mV/500 mV 150 A / 1500 A 300 A / 3000 A 600 A / 6000 A 4 A / 40 A Rogowski: 15 mV/150 mV PF ≥0.99...
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Energy Logger Electrical Specifications iFlex Probe Specifications Measuring range iFlex 1500-12 ............1 to 150 A ac / 10 to 1500 A ac iFlex 3000-24 ............3 to 300 A ac / 30 to 3000 A ac iFlex 6000-36 ............6 to 600 A ac / 60 to 6000 A ac Nondestructive current ........100 kA (50/60 Hz) ....±0.7 % of reading Intrinsic Error at reference condition...
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Energy Logger Electrical Specifications Minimum bending radius .........38 mm (1.5 in) Output cable length iFlex 1500-12 ............2 m (6.6 ft) iFlex 3000-24 & iFlex 6000-36 ......3 m (9.8 ft) Weight iFlex 1500-12 ............115 g iFlex 3000-24 ............170 g iFlex 6000-36 ............190 g Material Transducer cable ..........TPR Coupling ..............POM + ABS/PC...
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Energy Logger Electrical Specifications Influence of conductor position ............± in jaw opening 0.5 % of reading (@ 50/60 Hz) Bandwidth ...............10 Hz to 2.5 kHz Working Voltage............600 V CAT III, 300 V CAT IV [1] Reference Condition: • Environmental: 23 °C ±5 °C, no external electrical/magnetic field, RH 65 % •...
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