AEMC INSTRUMENTS MR193-BK Current Probe User Manual

AEMC INSTRUMENTS MR193-BK Current Probe

Product Information

The product is an AEMC current probe compatible with power quality meters. It is available in various models, including 193-24-BK, 193-36-BK, 196A-24-BK, MA193-10-BK, MA193-14-BK, J93, MN93-BK, MN193-BK, MR193-BK, SL261-BK, and SR193-BK. The user manual for this product can be accessed at the following links: https://manual-hub.com/ https://manual-hub.com/ The product is designed to be used by qualified and trained users. It is important to read the operating instructions carefully and follow the precautions for use to ensure safety and achieve optimal results. The product is protected by double insulation and meets the requirements of IEC 61010-2-032 for both Type A and Type B current sensors. The product carries the CE marking, indicating conformity with European directives and regulations covering EMC. In compliance with Directive WEEE 2002/96/EC, the product must undergo selective disposal for recycling of electric and electronic materials in the European Union. The product is designed for measurements in different measurement categories:

• CAT IV: Measurements at the source of low-voltage installations (e.g., power feeders, counters, protection devices).
• CAT III: Measurements on building installations (e.g., distribution panels, circuit-breakers, machines, fixed industrial devices).
• CAT II: Measurements on circuits directly connected to low-voltage installations (e.g., power supply to domestic electrical appliances and portable tools).

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before use, ensure that the current probe is not used in a way that is not recommended by the manufacturer, as it may compromise its protection.
2. Comply with the rated maximum voltage and current as specified by the manufacturer.
3. Upon receiving your shipment, verify that the contents are consistent with the packing list. If any items are missing, notify your distributor.
4. In case of equipment damage during shipment, file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify your distributor, providing a detailed description of the damage. Save the damaged packing container for claim substantiation.
   For detailed instructions on operating the current probe and using it with power quality meters, please refer to the user manual available at the provided links.

Copyright

• Copyright © Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® Instruments. All rights reserved.
• No part of this documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means (including electronic storage and retrieval or translation into any other language) without prior agreement and written consent from Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc., as governed by United States and International copyright laws.
• Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® Instruments
• 15 Faraday Drive
• Dover, NH 03820 USA
• Tel: 800-945-2362 or 603-749-6434
• Fax: 603-742-2346
• This documentation is provided “as is,” without warranty of any kind, express, implied, or otherwise. Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. has made every reasonable effort to ensure that this documentation is accurate; but does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the text, graphics, or other information contained in this documentation. Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. shall not be liable for any damages, special, indirect, incidental, or inconsequential; including (but not limited to) physical, emotional or monetary damages due to lost revenues or lost profits that may result from the use of this documentation, whether or not the user of the documentation has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

INTRODUCTION

• Thank you for purchasing an AEMC current probe.
• For best results from your instrument and for your safety, read the enclosed operating instructions carefully and comply with the precautions for use. Theseproducts must be only used by qualified and trained users.

Definition of Measurement Categories (CAT)

• CAT IV Measurement category IV corresponds to measurements taken at the source of low-voltage installations.
  Example: power feeders, counters and protection devices.

• CAT III Measurement category III corresponds to measurements on building installations.
  Example: distribution panel, circuit-breakers, machines or fixed industrial devices.

• CAT II Measurement category II corresponds to measurements taken on circuits directly connected to low-voltage installations.
  Example: power supply to domestic electrical appliances and portable tools.

Precautions BEFORE Use

The protection assured by the current probe can be compromised if it is used in a way that is not recommended by the manufacturer.

• Comply with the rated maximum voltage and current, and the measurement category. Do not use the current probe on networks where the voltage or category exceeds those specified.
• Comply with the conditions of use (e.g. temperature, humidity, altitude, degree of pollution, location).
• Do not use the current probe if its housing is open, deteriorated, or incorrectlyreassembled. Before each use, check the integrity of the insulation of the unit, jaws, clamps, housing, and leads.
• Do not subject the current probe to water or other liquids.
• Keep the jaw contacts of the clamp absolutely clean.
• Use suitable personal protective equipment when hazardous voltages may be accessible in the installation where the measurement is made.
• Any repairs must be carried out by accredited skilled personnel.

INTRODUCTION

Receiving Your Shipment
Upon receiving your shipment, make sure that the contents are consistent with the packing list. Notify your distributor of any missing items. If the equipment appears to be damaged, file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify your distributor at once, giving a detailed description of any damage. Save the damaged packing  container to substantiate your claim.

Ordering Information
NOTE: The current probes in this manual are compatible only with AEMC® Power Analyzers (see § 4 for meter compatibility).

• AmpFlex® Sensor 24″ Model 193-24-BK Cat. #2140.34
• AmpFlex® Sensor 36″ Model 193-36-BK Cat. #2140.35
• AmpFlex® Sensor 24” Model 196A-24-BK Cat. #2140.75
• MiniFlex® Sensor 10″ Model MA193-10-BK Cat. #2140.48
• MiniFlex® Sensor 14″ Model MA193-14-BK Cat. #2140.50
• AC/DC Current Probe Model J93 Cat. #2140.49
• AC Current Probe Model MN93-BK Cat. #2140.32
• AC Current Probe Model MN193-BK Cat. #2140.36
• AC Current Probe Model MR193-BK Cat. #2140.28
• AC Current Probe Model SR193-BK Cat. #2140.33
• **AC/DC Current Probe Model SL261*** Cat. #1201.51
• Adapter for SL261 – BNC Adapter Cat. #2140.40

PRODUCT FEATURES

Control Features

1. **AmpFlex® Models 193-24-BK, 193-36-BK & 196A-24-BK

**

1. Flexible sensor
2. Sensor opening connector
3.  Shielded lead
4. Custom 4-pin input connector

2. **MiniFlex® Model MA193-BK

**

1. Flexible sensor
2. Sensor opening device
3. Shielded lead
4. Custom 4-pin input connector

3. **AC/DC Current Probe Model J93

**

1. Jaws
2. 4-point CA connector
3. Safety guard
4. Zero adjustment knob
5. Power ON/Low battery indicator
6. Three-position switch: ON, OFF, battery test

4. **AC Current Probe Models MN93-BK & MN193-BK

**

1. Jaws
2. Protective guard
3. Two-position range switch (MN193 only)
4. Jaw opening lever
5. Shielded lead
6. Custom 4-pin input connector

5. **AC Current Probe Model MR193-BK

**

1. Jaws
2. Protective guard
3. Jaw opening lever
4. Two-position range switch
5. Shielded lead
6. Zero adjustment
7. Custom 4-pin input connector

6. **AC Current Probe Model SL261

**

1. Jaws
2. Zero adjust knob
3. Range selection switch
4. Battery compartment screw
5. Battery compartment cover
6. BNC Adapter (sold separately – Cat. #2140.40)

7. **AC Current Probe Model SR193-BK

**

1. Jaws
2. Protective guard
3. Jaw opening lever
4. Shielded lead
5. Custom 4-pin input connector

OPERATION

• The current probes and flexible sensors are used to measure the current flowing in a conductor or bus bar without opening the circuit. They also insulate the user from dangerous voltages in the circuit.
• The choice of current probe or sensor to be used depends on the amperage to be measured and the diameter of the cables or size of the bus bar.
  • For three-phase measurements, use the color-coded ID markers to associate a color for each current input to match the phase identifiers on the measured system.
  • IMPORTANT NOTE : Always connect the probes or sensors with the indicating arrows pointing toward the load.

For Example Only (instruments may vary):
Connect the current probe or sensor to the current terminals of the instrument.

For MR193 and SL261 Probes:

• MR193: Set the switch to 1mV/A; the ON indicator will light up. SL261: Set the switch to 10mA or 100mA/A; the ON indicator will light up.
• Connect the probe to the instrument.
• Adjust the zero by turning the potentiometer with no conductor in the jaws of the clamp.
• When the measurement is finished, turn the probe switch to OFF.

For Probes:

• Press the jaw opening lever on the probe to open the jaws.
• Clamp the probe around the conductor to be tested. For best results, center the conductor in the jaws of the clamp.

For AmpFlex® and MiniFlex® Sensors:

• AmpFlex®: Press simultaneously on both sides of the opening connector.
• MiniFlex®: Press the opening device to open the flexible sensor.
• Clamp the sensor around the conductor to be tested. For best results, center the conductor in the jaws of the clamp.

• Close the sensor by pushing the moving part into the connector until it clicks.
  NOTE: For details of the measurement configuration and technical specifications, refer to the user manual of the instrument the current probe is being used with.

SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical
NOTE: The measurement ranges specified are for the probes and sensors. In some cases, they may differ from the ranges that can be measured by the instrument with which they are used with.
For complete specifications: Refer to the product user manual that is supplied with each compatible instrument.

8333 , 8336 & PEL Series
MiniFlex ® MA193 (1) 14″ (355 mm)| 200mA to 3000A (10,000A peak)| 8333 , 8336 & PEL Series
J93| 50 to 3500;

50  to 5000 (DC only )

| 8333 , 8336, 8435 and PEL
MN93| 2 to 240AAC

( I >200A not permanent )

| All PowerPads and PEL
MN193| 5A: 0.005 to 6AAC

100A: 0.1 to 120AAC

| All PowerPads and PEL
MR193| 10 to 1000AAC;

10 to 1300APEAK AC+DC

| All PowerPads and PEL
SL261| 100mV/A: 100mA to 10A peak 10 mV/A: 1 to 100A peak| 8333 , 8336, 8435 and PEL
SR193| 1 to 1200AAC

( I > 1000A not continuously )

| All PowerPads and PEL

1. 10 to 6500AAC for Model 8435
2. 200mA to 10,000A measurement range for the PEL 100 Series.
3. 12,000A is specified for the PEL 100 Series only.
4. Battery: 9V Alkaline NEDA 1604A, 6LR61
5. Battery Life: MR193 – 100H typical
6. SL261 – 55H typical
7. J93 – 70H typical

Environmental
Indoor use.

• Operating Temperature: 14° to 131°F (-10° to 55°C); 10% to 85% RH
• Storage Temperature: -40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C); 10% to 90% RH
• Degree of pollution: 2
• Altitude: < 2000 m

Mechanical

Model| Lead Length

(nominal)

| Clamping Diameter| Dimensions| Weight
---|---|---|---|---
AmpFlex ® 193-24-BK 24″ (610mm)| 10 ft (3m)| 7.64 ” (190mm)| 6.6 x 6.2 x .98″  (170 x 158 x 25mm)| 7.7 oz

(270g)

AmpFlex ® 193-36-BK 36″ (910mm)| 10 ft (3m)| 11.46 ” (290mm)| 11 x 10.4 x .98″ (280 x 265 x 25mm)| 9.5 oz (220g)
AmpFlex ® 196A-24-BK 24″ (610mm)| 10 ft (3m)| 7.64 ” (190mm)| 6.6 x 6.2 x .98″  (170 x 158 x 25mm)| 7.7 oz

(270g)

MiniFlex ®

MA193 -10-BK

10″ (250mm)

| 10 ft (3m)| 2.75″ (70mm)| 4.0 x 2.5 x 1.1″  (103 x 64 x 28mm)| 1.94 oz (55g)
MiniFlex ®

MA193-14-BK

14″ (350mm)

| 10 ft (3m)| 3.94″ (100mm)| 4.0 x 2.5 x 1.1″  (103 x 64 x 28mm)| 2.11 oz (60g)
J93| 10 ft (3m)| 2.84″ (72mm)| 13.23 x 5.00 x 1.65″ (336 x 127 x 42mm)| 3.75 lbs (1.7 kg )
MN93| 10 ft (3m)| 0.8″ (20mm)| 5.47 x 2.00 x 1.18″ (135 x 51 x 30mm)| 24 oz (690g)
MN193| 10 ft (3m)| 0.8″ (20mm)| 5.47 x 2.00 x 1.18″ (135 x 51 x 30mm)| 24 oz (690g)
MR193| 10 ft (3m)| One 1.6″ (42mm) or two 0.98″

(25mm) or two bus bars

1.96 x 0.19″

(50  x 5mm )

| 8.8 x 3.82 x 1.73″  (224 x 97 x 44mm)| 19 oz (540g)
SL261| 6.5 ft (1.9m)| 0.46″ (11.8mm)| 9.09 x 1.42 x 2.64″ (231 x 36 x 67mm)| 11.6 oz (330g)
SR193| 10 ft (3m)| 2″ (52mm)| 8.5 x 4.4 x 1.8″  (216 x 111 x 45mm)| 24 oz (690g)

Safety

• Protection index IP 40 for the probes and IP 30 jaws open, according to IEC 60 529
  • IP 65 for the AmpFlex® according to IEC 60 529
  • IK 04 according to IEC 50102
• Drop test: According to IEC 61010-1
• Electrical safety according to IEC 61010-2-032.
• Maximum applicable voltage:
  • AmpFlex®: 1000V CAT III; 600V CAT IV
  • MiniFlex®: 1000V CAT III; 600V CAT IV
  • J93: 600V CAT III; 300V CAT IV
  • MN93 /MN193: 600V CAT III; 300V CAT IV
  • MR193: 600V CAT III; 300V CAT IV
  • SL261: 600V CAT III
  • SR193: 1000V CAT III; 600V CAT IV
    Specifications are subject to change without notice.

MAINTENANC

Use only factory specified replacement parts. AEMC® will not be held responsible for any accident, incident, or malfunction following a repair done other than by its service center or by an approved repair center.
CAUTION: Risk of electric shock. Disconnect the instrument from any source of electricity.

Cleaning

•  Use a soft cloth, dampened with soapy water. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry rapidly with a dry cloth.
• Do not use alcohol, solvents, or hydrocarbons.
• Do not splash water directly on the instrument.

Battery Replacement

1. Model MR193
   • Disconnect the MR193 completely and turn the rotary switch to OFF.
   • Use a screwdriver to unscrew the screws and remove the battery compartment cover on the backside of the unit.
   • Withdraw the battery from its compartment.
   • Disconnect the old battery without pulling on the wires and replace with a new one, observing the polarity.
   • Put the battery into its compartment.
   • Put the cover back in place and screw the screws back in.
2. Model SL261
   • Disconnect the SL261 completely and turn the rotary switch to OFF.
   • Unscrew the battery compartment screw and pull off the battery compartment cover.
   • Replace the battery with a new one, observing the polarity.
   • Put the cover back in place and screw the screw back in.
3. Model J93
   • Insert a tool, not more than 3mm in diameter, in the hole in the battery compartment cover.
   • Push to unlock the battery compartment cover, then slide it off.
   • Remove it completely by hand.
   • Remove the battery and the shim from the compartment.
   • Place the new battery in the compartment with the polarity as indicated on the label. Then replace the shim.
   • Put the battery compartment cover back in the slide and push it in until you hear a click.
     Used batteries must not be treated as ordinary household waste. Recycle them appropriately

Repair and Calibration
To ensure that your instrument meets factory specifications, we recommend that it be scheduled back to our factory Service Center at one-year intervals for recalibration, or as required by other standards or internal procedures.

For instrument repair and calibration:
You must contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization Number (CSA#). This will ensure that when your instrument arrives, it will be tracked and processed promptly. Please write the CSA# on the outside of the shipping container. If the instrument is returned for calibration, we need to know if you want a standard calibration, or a calibration traceable to N.I.S.T. (Includes calibration certificate plus recorded calibration data).

Ship To:

• Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® Instruments
• 15 Faraday Drive
• Dover, NH 03820 USA
• Phone: 800-945-2362 (Ext. 360)
• 603-749-6434 (Ext. 360)
• Fax: 603-742-2346 or 603-749-6309
• E-mail: repair@aemc.com
  Costs for repair, standard calibration, and calibration traceable to N.I.S.T. are available.

Technical and Sales Assistance
If you are experiencing any technical problems, or require any assistance with the proper operation or application of your instrument, please call, mail, fax or e-mail our technical support team:

• Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® Instruments
• Phone: 800-945-2362 (Ext. 351)
• 603-749-6434 (Ext. 351)
• Fax: 603-742-2346
• E-mail: techsupport@aemc.com

Limited Warranty

• The current probes and sensors are warranted to the owner for a period of two years from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture. This limited warranty is given by AEMC® Instruments, not by the distributor from whom it was purchased. This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with, abused or if the defect is related to service not performed by AEMC® Instruments.
• Full warranty coverage and product registration is available on our website at www.aemc.com/warranty.html.
• Please print the online Warranty Coverage Information for your records.

What AEMC® Instruments will do:
If a malfunction occurs within the warranty period, you may return the instrument to us for repair, provided we have your warranty registration information on file or a proof of purchase. AEMC® Instruments will, at its option, repair or replace the faulty material.

Warranty Repairs
What you must do to return an Instrument for Warranty Repair:

First, request a Customer Service Authorization Number (CSA#) by phone or by fax from our Service Department (see address below), then return the instrument along with the signed CSA Form. Please write the CSA# on the outside of the shipping container. Return the instrument, postage or shipment pre-paid to:

• Ship To:
  • Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® Instruments
  • 15 Faraday Drive
  • Dover, NH 03820 USA
  • Phone: 800-945-2362 (Ext. 360)
  • 603-749-6434 (Ext. 360)
  • Fax: 603-742-2346 or 603-749-6309
  • E-mail: repair@aemc.com
• Caution: To protect yourself against in-transit loss, we recommend you insure your returned material.
• NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument.

ABOUT COMPANY

• Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® Instruments
• 15 Faraday Drive
• Dover, NH 03820 USA
• Phone: 603-749-6434
• Fax: 603-742-2346
• www.aemc.com

References

• Get Electrical Testers – Power Analyzers | AEMC Instruments
• AEMC Warranty Registration
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