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1. Step 3 Wrap the strap around the post and secure the PM45 with the quick release clip at the rear cv i Do not connect the PM45 to the pole without embracing the unit with the strap as this may weaken the holster over time PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 22 of 50 GridSense 7 5 Connecting the PM45 Connect the appropriate voltage lead to the PM45 The voltage connector is keyed Screw up the locking ring to ensure the connector does not inadvertently become disconnected Connect the appropriate current probes to the PM45 These connectors are keyed Push on the locking rings to ensure that the connectors do not become inadvertently disconnected When any voltage clamp plug is connected to a hazardous live conductor the other voltage clamp plugs should also be treated as live due to the internal measurement impedance of the PM45 When attaching the connectors to the PM45 ensure the connectors and receptacles on the PM45 are completely dry To ensure accurate power measurements it is important that the current probes are connected to the same phases as the voltage leads For example the A phase voltage must be measured by the A phase voltage clamp and the A phase current probe must measure the A phase current Current probe arrows should point to the load to ensure accurate power measurement Connect the current probes first making sure that e They are co
2. N Channel connector 5 pin Current Probe B Channel connector 4 3 3 Voltage leads The voltage leads connect the PM45 to the equipment under test Several lead types are available e PC5 2 channel Phase A to Neutral amp Ground to Neutral 3 wire fused lead terminating in a standard general purpose outlet GPO plug e VL5 C 4 channel Phase A to Neutral Phase B to Neutral Phase C to Neutral amp Ground to Neutral 5 wire lead terminating in fused CAT IV 600 V clamps e VL5 B 4 channel Phase A to Neutral Phase B to Neutral Phase C to Neutral amp Ground to Neutral fused 5 wire lead terminating in fused CAT IV 600 V banana plugs e VL8 B 4 channel Phase A to Neutral A Phase B to Neutral B Phase C to Neutral C amp Ground to Neutral 8 wire lead terminating in fused CAT IV 600 V banana plugs The VL8 B is an optional accessory PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 11 of 50 GridSense 3 4 PC5 Single phase power lead The PC5 single phase lead is supplied for use in the office for single phase measurements Figure 3 PC5 Single phase lead Australia and New Zealand version shown The PC5 lead measures the Phase A to Neutral and Ground to Neutral voltages The PC5 lead measures the Phase A amp Ground voltages with respect to a common neutral connection During measurements the PM45 is powered directly from the Phase A to Neutral connection The PC5 lead DOES NOT provide CAT IV 600
3. The phase phase voltages and line currents are measured The phase phase voltages are converted to phase neutral voltages and processed so that the centre of the PowerMonic PM45 User Manual phase phase voltage triangle becomes the neutral point This conversion is done point by point in the time domain so there is no assumption that the three phase system is balanced Page 39 of 50 GridSense 14 1 Three Phase 4 Wire Wye Source with Wye Load Source Phase A Phase B gt y yie ae Voltage ie aS i BUA 6 aC Nad a Current Connection Diagram using 5 Wire Voltage Cable VL5 or VL5 2 Circuit Summary 3 Phase Star Wye Source Load Star Wye Connection Star Wye Voltage Lead Connection for Nominal RMS Voltage PnasesNeutral VL5 or VL5 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Phase A Phase A Phase B Phase B Phase C Phase C Neutral Neutral Voltage Lead Connection for VL8 or VL8 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Neutral Neutral Phase A Phase A Neutral A Neutral Phase B Phase B Neutral B Neutral Phase C Phase C Neutral C Neutral Phasor Diagram Notes i i i e This connection should be configured as Star Wye 8 phase 4 wire in PowerView e Current probe arrows should point to the VC IC
4. for USA region PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 38 of 50 GridSense 14 CIRCUIT CONNECTIONS The table below provides a summary of the circuit connections suitable for use with the PM45 The table highlights which voltage lead assembly can be used the voltage connection type and Nominal RMS Voltage settings used in the PM45 configuration parameters Detailed connection diagrams for each circuit are found on the following pages Voltage Nominal Ref Source Type Load Type Voltage Cable Pett Voltage 14 1 3 Phase 4 Wire Wye Star Wye VL5 VL8 Star Wye Phase Neutral 14 2 3 Phase 3 Wire Delta VL8 Delta Phase Phase 3 WattMeter Delta 14 3 3 Phase 3 Wire Delta VL8 Delta Phase Phase 2 WattMeter Delta 14 4 Split Phase 2 Single Phase VL5 VL8 Star Wye Phase Neutral 14 5 Single Phase Single Phase PC5 VL5 VL8 Start Wye Phase Neutral 14 6 Generic 3 Single Phase VL8 Star Wye Phase Neutral 14 7 3 Phase 3 Wire Wye Delta VL8 Delta Phase Phase 14 8 3 Phase 3 Wire Wye 3 Single Phase VL8 Delta Phase Phase 14 9 Delta Mid Tap 2 Single Phase VL5 VL8 Star Wye Phase Neutral The circuit connections fall into two categories The phase neutral voltages and line currents are measured Neutral line connection This includes connections 14 1 14 4 14 5 14 6 and 14 9 Non neutral line connection This includes connections 14 2 14 3 14 7 and 14 8
5. GridSense Then click on Finish to exit the Configuration Wizard This will return you to the Control Panel and bring up a dialog box asking if you want to apply this configuration to the PM45 Tools Options Window Help ajaj ffan z el 2 coll eal Jat EA ta Logging Summary updated every 15 seconds aT Log Capacity Us C oeoa one i THIS VERSION OF PowerView 4 IS FOR EVALUATION ONLY IT IS NOT TO BE USED IN FIELD MEASUREMENTS open a drect connection to FowerMonic Click on the Yes button and a confirmation screen will appear Information ee i The original PM40 configuration was successfully updated The PM40 is ready to start another logging session Click on the lt Start Log gt button to start the recording Click on OK to continue Then click on the Start Log Options button and select the appropriate option Three options are available e Start logging immediately o If this option is selected the PM45 will commence logging immediately o This option is most useful if the configuration is being changed while the PM45 is installed and sufficient power is present at the A phase voltage input o This option is unavailable greyed out if the PM45 is not powered up i e the USB cable is connected but power is not available at the A phase voltage input e Start logging at the next power up o If this option
6. e This connection should be configured as VC IC Generic independent measurement in PowerView VA IA e Current probe arrows should point to the load to ensure accurate power measurement VB IB PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 47 of 50 GridSense 14 9 Delta Mid Tap Source with 2 Single Phase Loads Phasor Diagram PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Voltage Current GON oN cl nl KF MN Connection Diagram using 5 Wire Voltage Cable VL5 Circuit Summary Table Source Delta Mid Tap Load 2 Single Phases Connection Star Wye Nominal RMS Voltage Phase Neutral Voltage Lead Connection for VL5 or VL5 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Phase A Phase A Phase B Phase B Phase C Neutral Neutral Neutral Voltage Lead Connection for VL8 or VL8 2 Wire Connection Label Point Ground Ground earth Neutral Neutral Phase A Phase A Neutral A Neutral Phase B Phase B Neutral B Neutral Phase C Neutral Neutral C Neutral Notes e This connection should be configured as IB IA Split Phase in PowerView E e Channel N can be used for neutral current e Current probe arrows should point to the load to ensure accurate power measurement Page 48 of 50 GridSense 15 VOLTAGE LEAD PINOUTS The voltage leads use an 8 way connector
7. 22 26 30 31 34 35 Unbalance Display 10 Unused voltage clamps 23 USB 8 17 25 30 35 USB driver 25 Verifying internal battery voltages 35 VL5 B 14 VL5 C 13 VL8 B 15 voltage channels 8 15 Voltage lead pinouts 49 Voltage leads 11 Warranty 2 19 Welcome screen Display 0 PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 50 of 50
8. Check the item to use the On Screen Display PowerMonic Configuration Wizard Uncheck the item to use the tabbed notebook configuration Finish z P D Next This is the first screen of the Configuration Wizard and is divided into two panes The left hand pane shows the stages of the configuration process with the current stage highlighted This pane will change as options are selected Configuration options are entered into the right hand pane At the conclusion of each option click on the Next button in the bottom right hand corner The Previous button allows you to return to the previous screen The Help button displays contect sensitive help The Cancel button allows you to exit the Configuration Wizard The Configuration Welcome screen allows an existing configuration file to be loaded Clicking on the Next button brings up the Circuit Connection screen PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 27 of 50 GridSense zaxi Circuit connection Main setup Welcome Quick configuration Nominal voltage Log Profile Metrics Harmonics Event Capture Event Capture Summary E Voltages E Sag Swell Hysteresis RMS and Waveform Transient Capture E Currents RMS and Waveform Finalisation Memory management On Screen Display Finish Select the type of voltage cable that you will be using to connect to the PowerMonic and the type of circuit connection that the cable implements Refer to the Circuit C
9. SwellEvent 8192 events 0 events 8192 events OFF start next power up RMS Event 31 events 0 events 31 events OFF start next power up Waveform Event 31 events 0 events 31 events OFF start next power up Cance Operation Close 11 04 2008 12 29 52 onune To view the log data you have two options Option 1 Run PowerView and select Open Log File from the following screen hs Tables Tools O ptiors Window Help af ajaj sjim gt a 2 d _ gt a ala mI al S E Connectto PowerMonic Close Help WARNING THIS VERSION OF PowerView 4 IS FOR EVALUATION ONLY IT IS NOT TO BE USED IN FIELD MEASUREMENTS Option 2 Double click the PM4 filename you have saved previously Data can be examined in both tabular and graphical form The configuration information of the PM45 which was used to record the data is also stored in the data file Tabular data can be exported in Comma Separated Variable CSV format and can then be analysed in spreadsheets and other software PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 33 of 50 GridSense 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 10 1 The PM45 does not start up after applying power When powered up the PM45 LCD should show the instrument date time and the log status If the LCD remains off check that the voltage lead is connected to the voltage connector and that the voltage lead is connected to a suitable power source Check the fuses on the voltage
10. V protection The PC5 lead is designed for indoor use only on CAT II 300 V circuits The PC5 lead connects via a standard general purpose outlet GPO The PC5 lead contains internal 2A HRC high rupture capacity fuses The fuses are not user replaceable The GND channel is intended for measurement of the voltage between the ground earth connection and the neutral phase PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 12 of 50 GridSense 3 5 VL5 C Three phase 5 wire lead with voltage clamps The VL5 C three phase 5 wire lead connects to three phase circuits using 5 fused clamps The lead has a common neutral N shared by all phases Figure 4 VL5 C Three phase lead The VL5 C lead measures the Phase A to Neutral Phase B to Neutral Phase C to Neutral amp Ground to Neutral voltages and is intended for use on three phase star wye connected power systems During measurements the PM45 is powered directly from the Phase A to Neutral connection The five VL5 C leads are fused with 2A high rupture capacity HRC fuses These fuses are an integral part of the VL5 C lead and are not user replaceable The VL5 C lead measures the Phase A Phase B Phase C amp Ground voltages with respect to a common neutral connection Note that the A B and C channels can measure voltages up to 600 V while the GND channel can only measure voltages up to 60 V The GND channel is intended for measurement of the voltage between the ground earth
11. a kit which includes the following components Part No Description PM45 PowerMonic PM45 power quality recorder and protective holster mounting plate and nylon safety strap PM45 Calibration Calibration certificate Certificate USBCABLE Data and power supply cable PC5 2 channel voltage lead measures Phase A and Ground earth with respect to Neutral Power cable for GPO connection Suitable for CAT II 300V environments VL5 C 4 channel voltage lead measures A B C amp Ground earth with respect to Neutral using 5 fused voltage clamps Safety rating CAT IV 600 V VL5 B 4 channel voltage lead measures A B C amp Ground earth with respect to Neutral using 5 fused banana plugs Safety rating CAT IV 600 V PM45 User Manual PM45 User Manual this document PowerView PowerView Software CD CBP3 Black nylon carry bag Note Accessory part numbers have additional suffix 2 for USA region To maintain CAT IV 600V rating for the PM45 GridSense accessories with CAT IV 600 V safety rating should be used The use of accessories with lower safety ratings will negate the CAT IV 600 V rating of the PowerMonic The use of any other manufacturer s accessories with the PM45 will void the warranty and may cause safety hazards PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 9 of 50 GridSense 3 1 Liquid Crystal Display LCD Figure 1 shows the PM45 front panel and l
12. connection and the neutral phase e The VL5 C lead connects to live power systems using clamps Connections should only be made by appropriately qualified operators Appropriate personal protective equipment must be used when making live connections e The working voltage between any phase and Ground or between any two phases must not exceed 600 V RMS A e lf the clamps are wet or are installed or removed in rainy conditions it is recommended that extra safety precautions are followed As a minimum this includes the use of appropriately rated insulated gloves e If the VL5 C shows any sign of damage or broken insulation the VL5 C should not be used Return it to GridSense or your supplier for repair or replacement e Never connect the A or N phases to ground earth PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 13 of 50 GridSense 3 6 VL5 B Three phase fused 5 wire lead with banana plugs The VL5 B three phase 5 wire lead connects to three phase circuits using banana plugs The lead has a common neutral N shared by all phases Figure 5 VL5 B Three phase lead The VL5 B lead measures the Phase A to Neutral Phase B to Neutral Phase C to Neutral amp Ground to Neutral voltages and is intended for use on three phase star wye connected power systems in indoor environments During measurements the PM45 is powered directly from the Phase A to Neutral connection The five VL5 B leads are fused with 2A high rupture c
13. leads Remove the voltage lead from all mains power and then disconnect the voltage lead connector from the PM45 Check the fuses using a continuity tester referring to the voltage lead wiring diagrams provided in Section 15 Note that the PM45 is powered from the A phase At least 60 V is required for start up 10 2 The PM45 does not display voltage and or current values If the values of voltages and or currents do not display you must configure the PM45 to do so using the PowerView software If this is not configured the PM45 displays only the date time and log status Log status is shown in the bottom right hand corner of the display means logging is in progress P indicates power down mode and a blank indicates that logging is not in progress 10 3 The PM45 displays incorrect voltage current values Ensure that the voltage clamps and current probes are connected to the correct inputs and phases Check the connectors on the voltage lead and current probes for broken loose or dislodged pins If damage is found do not use the unit Return the faulty unit to GridSense or your supplier Check the fuses on the voltage leads Remove the voltage lead from all mains power and then disconnect the voltage lead connector from the PM45 Check the fuses using a continuity tester referring to the voltage lead wiring diagrams provided in Section 15 Check that the current probe pole faces are free of dirt or rust Poorly maintained current p
14. thermal switch disconnects the battery battery powered operation and battery charging will not be possible Other circuitry in the PM45 will continue to operate normally When the battery temperature falls to 35 C the thermal switch will reconnect the battery The battery life of the PM45 can be extended by following a few simple precautions as outlined below e When the PM45 is not in use it should be stored at ambient temperatures below 30 e When the PM45 is not in use it should be stored with a fully charged battery This can be achieved by energising the PM45 for 24 hours before storage e Recharge the battery after every three months of non use The battery is recharged when the PM45 is powered from the any of the voltage leads It is NOT recharged when the PM45 is powered from the USB cable e The battery is not user serviceable If you suspect the battery is faulty return the PM45 to GridSense or your supplier PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 17 of 50 GridSense 4 EQUIPMENT RATING The PM45 is meant to operate under the following conditions A full set of specifications is provided in Section 12 of this manual 4 1 Operating voltage range Minimum input voltage on channel A for correct operation is 60 VRMS The maximum voltage which can be applied between any 2 voltage leads is 600 VRMS The maximum phase to neutral voltage is 600 VRMS The maximum phase to phase voltage is 600 VRMS The maximum volta
15. 68 Industrial Blvd Unit 3 Ground Floor Suite 100 20 36 Nancarrow Avenue West Sacramento CA 95691 Meadowbank NSW 2114 USA AUSTRALIA PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 36 of 50 GridSense 12 POWERMONIC PM45 SPECIFICATIONS Voltage Current Input Channels 4 isolated 4 A B amp C channels 0 600 VAC Measuring Range RMS GND channel 0 60 VAC 0 3000 Amp Frequency Range 50Hz nominal 42 5Hz 57 5Hz 50Hz nominal 42 5Hz 57 5Hz quency ang 60Hz nominal 51 0Hz 69 0Hz 60Hz nominal 51 0Hz 69 0Hz A B amp C channels 0 4 reading 1 Isd l A nstrument Accuracy GND channel 1 reading 1 Isd 0 4 reading 1 Isd System Accuracy 0 4 reading 1 Isd 1 reading 1lsd 0 5M Current probes Resolution Logged Data A B C amp GND channels 0 01 Volt 0 01 Amp Resolution Display 0 1 Volt 0 1 Amp Instrument Type Class B IEC 61000 4 30 Samples Cycle 204 50Hz 170 60Hz Samples rate PLL synchronised Logged Parameters IEC61000 4 30 V A Min Max Freq TPF DPF kW KVA kVAR Frequency IEC61000 4 30 0 02Hz Total Harmonic Distortion IEC61000 4 7 THD F amp THD R Harmonics IEC61000 4 7 Up to 48 Magnitudes amp Angles Interharmonics IEC61000 4 7 Up to 48 Flicker Pst amp Plt IEC61000 4 15 10min Pst 2hr Plt logged every 10min Voltage amp Current Unbalance IEC61000 4 30 Duration 400ms Wavefo
16. GridSense PowerMonic PM45 USER S MANUAL Edition 1 3 January 2009 PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 1 of 50 GridSense PowerMonic PM45 User Manual CHK GridSense Pty Ltd 2008 This product complies with IEC 61010 The material presented in this manual is copyright protected by CHK GridSense Pty Ltd 2008 Any reproduction in whole or part for any purpose without the prior written consent of CHK GridSense Pty Ltd is strictly prohibited Information in this document is subject to change without notice All trademarks are property of their respective owners Printed in Australia AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND EMC NOTES N3207 This is a CISPR 22 Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference which the user may need to take steps to prevent LIMITED WARRANTY The PowerMonic is guaranteed to be free of mechanical and electrical defects when dispatched from our store Provided that the PowerMonic has been operated within its normal ratings as specified it will be repaired or replaced free of charge if within a period of twelve 12 months from date of our invoice to the original purchase it is proven upon examination by our engineers to be defective in material or workmanship This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with abused or if the defect is related to service not performed by CHK GridSense Pty Ltd Responsibility of CHK GridSense Pty Ltd
17. Under this guarantee the responsibility of CHK GridSense Pty Ltd is limited to the repairing or replacing of any defective part provided the instrument is returned freight paid to and from our Testing and Service office in Sydney NSW Australia PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 2 of 50 GridSense TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 THE POWERMONIC PM45 cccccccccccsseessecceeeeeeeeeeeescceeeeeeeeeaeaeasceceeeesseaseaassceeeessessaaaaeees 5 2 WHAT S NEW WITH THE POWERMONIC PM45 ccccccccccecssseseecceeeeeeeeeeeseeeceeeessesseeeaaees 8 3 POWERMONIC PM45 KIT OVERVIEW cccccccccssseseeccceeeceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeseasceeeeeessseaeaaeees 9 3 1 Liquid Crystal Display LCD 10 3 2 Connectors 11 3 3 Voltage leads 11 3 4 PC5 Single phase power lead 12 3 5 VL5 C Three phase 5 wire lead with voltage clamps 13 3 6 VL5 B Three phase fused 5 wire lead with banana plugs 14 3 7 VL8 B Three phase 8 wire lead with voltage clamps optional accessory 15 3 8 F3000 Current Probes optional accessory 16 3 9 Data Cable 17 3 10 Standby Battery 17 4 EQUIPMENT RATING pecsi anan E aa EA EE EAR EASE A E Eia 18 4 1 Operating voltage range 18 4 2 Operating frequency 18 4 3 Operating power 18 4 4 Environmental 18 5 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE c ccescccceceeceeeseessecceeeeeseeeeeaeesseeeeesseseeseaaesceeeeessesaeaaaess 19 5 1 Periodic maintenance and testing 19 5 2 Equipment faults 19 5 3 Calibration 19 5 4 Cleaning 19 5 5 Warranty ca
18. apacity HRC fuses These fuses are an integral part of the VL5 B lead and are not user replaceable The VL5 B lead measures the Phase A Phase B Phase C amp Ground voltages with respect to a common neutral connection Note that the A B and C channels can measure up to 600 V while the GND channel can only measure up to 60 V The GND channel is intended for measurement of the voltage between the ground earth connection and the neutral phase e The VL5 B lead connects to live power systems using banana plugs and or crocodile clips Connections should only be made by appropriately qualified operators Appropriate personal protective equipment must be used when making live connections e The working voltage between any phase and GND or between any A two phases must not exceed 600 V RMS e The VL5 B lead is designed for indoor use only e If the VL5 B shows any sign of damage or broken insulation the VL5 B should not be used Return it to GridSense or your supplier for repair or replacement e Never connect the A or N phases to ground earth PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 14 of 50 GridSense 3 7 VL8 B Three phase 8 wire lead with voltage clamps optional accessory The VL8 B three phase 8 wire lead connects to three phase circuits using 8 fused banana plugs Va 0 yi D Kp Fod SP VM L Z L MI Gg NY NHN KH KN NHN NH HK Figure 6 VL8 B Three phase lead The VL8 B lead measures the Phase A to Neu
19. as follows asterisk indicates that the PM45 is logging data e If the bottom right hand corner of the screen is blank the PM45 is not logging data e P indicates that the PM45 is in power down mode This means that no power is applied to the A channel voltage input and the PM45 is running from the internal battery The PM45 will shut down within 2 minutes 8 4 Starting PowerView Start PowerView by clicking on the desktop icon The splash screen will appear for 5 seconds GridSense PowerView 4 For PowerMonic PQ Data Logger Copyright 1995 2006 CHK GridSense Pty Ltd You can exit this early by clicking on the GridSense logo If not disabled the What s New screen will appear next PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 25 of 50 GridSense What s new in PowerView 4 x What s new in Cowerifeiw 4 Support for CAT IY 600V PM45 Easy to use PowerMonic Configuration Wizard 2 Vertical cursor bars on graphs yY Display difference between cursor bars On line monitor shows battery level Right click on any table to export it to CSV Note Requires PM40 firmware version 1 80 or PM45 firmware version 3 15 for the new features to be opar tional J7 Do not show this screen again To prevent this screen from appearing again tick the box in the the bottom left hand corner The What s New screen can be accessed at any time from the File menu The next screen to alci is the PowerView Open scree
20. atust Poweroric Cock_ CENNERE AoE CT Neutral 100 Code 0 Power Quality Logging Configuration PQ Logging Configuration Start Stop Log Control Start Log Stop Log Now Data Memory Control Read All Data Clear All Data Memory Estimated time lett 0 Data Logging Summary updated every 15 seconds Log Type Log Capacity Log Used Log Remaining Log Status Log Profiling 13 days 00h 28min 0 days 00h 00min 13 days 00h 28min OFF start next power up Flicker 18 days 23h 10min 0 days 00h 00min 18 days 23h 10min OFF start next power up SagiSwellEvent 8192 events 0 events 8192 events OFF start next power up RMS Event 31 events 0 events 31 events OFF start next power up Waveform Event 31 events 0 events 31 events OFF start next power up Cancel Operation 11 04 2008 12 29 52 ONLINE Click on Close to disconnect from the PM45 Remove the data cable from the PM45 PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 31 of 50 GridSense 9 DOWLOADING AND VIEWING DATA PowerView is used to download and view logged power quality data Run PowerView to allow communications between the PC and the PM45 via the USB data cable Select Connect to PowerMonic as shown below ri Fe a 9 ja gt Powerview Open Screen a amp Open Log File E B Connectto PowerMonic lose Help WARNING THIS VERSION OF PowerView 4 IS FOR EVALUATION ONLY IT IS NOT TO BE USED IN FIELD MEASUREMENTS You wil
21. ccccesseseseceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeaaeeeeeeeeeeeaaa 37 PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 3 of 50 GridSense 13 ACCESSORY SPECIFICATIONS ccccccccccessccccececeeeeeeeseceeeeeeeeeaseaeusceeeeeesseseaeaeeeeeeeeeeeaea 38 13 1 Voltage leads 38 13 2 Current Probes 38 14 CIRCUIT CONNECTIONS cccccccccccccccecceeesscceeeeeeeeeaeeeseeseceeeeeeesseseesaeeaeceeeeesseseseaeeeeeseeaaa 39 14 1 Three Phase 4 Wire Wye Source with Wye Load 40 14 2 Three Phase 3 Wire Delta Source with Delta Load 41 14 3 Three Phase 2 WattMeter Delta Source with Delta Load Standard 42 14 4 Split Phase with 2 Single Phase Loads 43 14 5 Single Phase 44 14 6 Generic 4 Independent Circuits 45 14 7 Three Phase 4 Wire Wye Source with Delta Load 46 14 8 Three Phase 4 Wire Wye Source with 3 Single Phase Loads 47 14 9 Delta Mid Tap Source with 2 Single Phase Loads 48 15 VOLTAGE LEAD PINOUTS Q ccccccccccccceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeaeeeseseeeeeeseeesseaeacseeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeseeeaaa 49 INDEX ssicvsieeticstteeeeeiieni ie rra eda a a ia aaa aaae aiant reda Seed ane areia 50 PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 4 of 50 GridSense 1 THE POWERMONIC PM45 The Powermonic PM45 is a robust power quality analyser and disturbance analyser This manual describes the installation and operation of the PM45 The PM45 is intended to log four channels of AC voltage and four channels of AC current in accordance with IEC 61000 standards The PM45 measur
22. earth PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 15 of 50 GridSense 3 8 F3000 Current Probes optional accessory The current probe connections allow current probes to be connected to the PM45 The PM45 continuously detects the current rating of the current probes while they are attached and scales the measured current accordingly Figure 7 F3000 Flexible Current Probe Referring to IEC61010 2 32 the F3000 is a type B current sensor This means it has protection against a short circuit between wires or busbars during clamping but it has no defined hand held or hand manipulated parts which provide protection against electronic shock from hazardous live conductors which cannot be de energised during application or removal of the current sensor When installing the F3000 1 Ensure conductors are de energised and are not hazardous live or 2 If installing on hazardous live conductors appropriate safe operating procedures and use of personal protective equipment is required Refer to your employer or responsible body for safe procedures If the inner contrasting colour of the insulation of the flexible cord is visible or the lead is damaged do not use the probe Return it to GridSense or your supplier for repair or replacement The current probe inputs should only be connected to GridSense current probes To install the F3000 flexible probe release the retaining clamps and open the probe place it around the current co
23. elevant sections of this manual for further information Warning summary Page Number Definition of symbol 6 Use of accessories 9 PC5 cable safety 12 VL5 C installation safety 13 VL5 B installation safety 14 VL8 B installation safety 15 F3000 current probe safety 16 Data cable safety 17 Cleaning procedure 19 Safe use of the PM45 20 Live working procedures 21 Holster safety warning 22 Connection safety 23 Disconnection safety 24 PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 7 of 50 GridSense 2 WHAT S NEW WITH THE POWERMONIC PM45 The PowerMonic PM45 includes the following enhancements over previous PowerMonic Power Quality Analysers IEC 61010 CAT IV 600 V rating Mains transient voltage 8000 V peak Rated phase to neutral input voltage 600 VRMS Rated phase to phase input voltage 600 VRMS Four voltage channels Measures ground earth to neutral voltages 0 to 60 VRMS USB data cable now allows configuration and data downloads without an external power supply Up to 4 times faster data downloads New configuration wizard in PowerView 2 vertical cursor bars on graphs with time difference display On line monitor for backup and real time clock battery voltages Right click on any table to export that table in CSV format PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 8 of 50 GridSense 3 POWERMONIC PM45 KIT OVERVIEW The PowerMonic PM45 is normally supplied in
24. es and logs phase to neutral and phase to phase voltages up to 600 V ground earth to neutral voltages up to 60 V phase and neutral currents frequency and power factor apparent power S real power P and reactive power Q voltage and current imbalance short term and long term flicker distortion harmonic magnitude amp angle and interharmonics sag swell events versus ITC curve transient waveform and RMS events This manual covers the PM45 Other products in the PowerMonic suite are described in other manuals Gridsense places the highest emphasis on safety Ensure that only qualified personnel use the PM45 PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 5 of 50 GridSense This manual uses the following International Safety Symbols CAUTION risk of danger documentation must be consulted in all cases where this symbol is marked Equipment protected throughout by Double Insulation or Reinforced Insulation NO Alternating current The manual also uses these definitions from IEC61010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use Insulation comprising both Basic Insulation and Supplementary Double insulation i ouble insulatio Insulation Insulation the failure of which could cause a risk of electric Basic Insulation shock Independent insulation applied in addition to Basic Insulation in Supplementary insulation order to provide protection a
25. ftware The internal clock is maintained during power off periods by an internal battery If this is not functioning properly return the unit to your supplier for repair 10 7 Verifying internal battery voltages With the PM45 powered up the Real Time Clock RTC battery voltage is displayed in the bottom left of the On line Monitor screen as shown below PowerMonic Operation PowerView 4 5 2 904 BETA x Control Pane On line Monitor Advanced Controis F j diivaie n ine Monitor hervat B 2 Date Time 14 11 2008 09 57 26 PM3 Monitor updated every 3 seconds PhaseA PhaseB PhaseC Neutral Voltage RMS V 246 80 0 00 0 00 205 Current RMS A doo oo 000 0 00 Frequency Hz 49 99 sk Unbalance Votage Angle V oo 000 0 00 100 00 Current Angie A ooo ooo 0 00 0 00 0 00 True Power Factor 7 1 00 1 00 1 00 Displacement Power Factor 100 1 00 1 00 Total Power Real Power W ooo ooo 0 00 0 00 Reactive Power KVAR ooo ooo 000 0 00 Apparent Power kVA ooo ooo 0 00 0 00 THOF Votage 516 oo 0 00 THDR Votege 515 oo 0 00 THD F Current ooo 000 0 00 0 00 THOR Current w 000 000 oo 0 00 Ficker Pst oo 000 0 00 Ficker Pt 000 0 00 0 00 Backup battery V n a Ficker FL 4300 ooo 0 00 RTC battery V B14 Cancel Operation Close 14 11 2008 09 57 27 ONLINE To display the Backup battery voltage remove the AC power from the PM45 The Backup battery v
26. gainst electric shock in the event of a failure of Basic Insulation Measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the Measurement category Il gory low voltage installation Measurements performed in the building installation Examples are measurements on distribution boards circuit breakers wiring including cables bus bars junction boxes switches Measurement category III socket outlets in the fixed installation and equipment for industrial use and some other equipment for example stationary motors with permanent connection in the fixed installation Measurements performed at the source of the low voltage installation Examples are electricity meters and measurements on primary over current protection devices and ripple control units Measurement category IV Capable of rendering an electric shock or electric burn in normal Hazardous Live ae a condition or single fault condition Individual or group responsible for the use and maintenance of Responsible body equipment and for ensuring that operators are adequately trained PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 6 of 50 GridSense Where the A CAUTION symbol appears on the PM45 or accessories the operator must consult the manual in order to determine the nature of the potential hazard and any actions which need to be taken The table below provides a cross reference to the sections in this manual where the A symbol is used Refer to the r
27. ge on Channel GND is 600 VRMS Note that only voltages up to 60 VRMS can be measured on Channel GND 4 2 Operating frequency 50 or 60 Hz 4 3 Operating power 12 VA maximum 4 4 Environmental IP66 environmental protection rating in accordance with AS 6059 2004 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures IP Code No ingress of dust complete protection against contact Water projected in powerful jets against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects Operating temperature 20T to 60 Standby batt ery 20T to 50 PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 18 of 50 GridSense 5 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE The PM45 equipment should be regularly tested and maintained to make sure the equipment and leads are in good order 5 1 Periodic maintenance and testing The PM45 and accessories should be inspected tested and tagged as per the normal procedures of your employer or responsible body 5 2 Equipment faults If the equipment is found to be faulty in any way including suspected blown fuses it should be returned to your supplier for service 5 3 Calibration The PM45 and current probes should be calibrated every 12 months CHK GridSense offers this service 5 4 Cleaning The PM45 voltage leads and current probes should be cleaned with a soft moist cloth using only a mild detergent Double check that all connectors and connector receptacles are completely dry f After cleaning ensure that all equipmen
28. he A phase supplies power to the PM45 12 VA maximum e Identify the ground earth neutral and all phases e Ensure the unit will be physically secured against movement e Ensure that leads will not be damaged when shutting enclosure doors e Internal mounting locations should be chosen so that the temperature limits are not exceeded e External mountings should be such that there can be no access by the public 7 2 Hazard assessment Prior to using the PM45 the operator must carry out a work site pre job hazard assessment to identify the safety and environmental needs This must be done prior to commencing work and prior to recommencing work after leaving and returning to the work site Refer to the safety procedures provided by your employer or responsible body 7 3 Live low voltage work For the correct and safe use of this equipment it is essential that all operating personnel follow appropriate safety procedures Check your relevant employer or responsible body s rules for working with live equipment PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 21 of 50 GridSense 7 4 Pole Mounting When installing a PM45 on a pole hang the instrument in a suitable location and ensure that it is safely secured using the holster and strap provided Step 1 The strap is first fed through the holster slats and wrapped around the pole Step 2 Bring the strap forward to embrace the PM45 A gt l n NHI aT
29. ided by the equipment may be impaired To maintain a CAT IV 600V rating only use current probes rated at CAT IV 600V The PM45 unit should not be immersed in water or other fluids The unit should not be used in explosive atmospheres When any voltage clamp plug is connected to a hazardous live conductor the other voltage clamp plugs should also be treated as live due to the internal measurement impedance of the PM45 Connectors should be properly connected to their receptacles using their screw or push fastener The outer sheath of all leads should be free from damage with no inner insulation showing There should be no breakages or cracks in the PM45 enclosure the voltage clamps banana plugs or connectors The PM45 is suitable for outdoor measurements only when used with the VL5 C voltage lead When other voltage leads are used the unit is suitable for indoor measurements When used outdoors with the VL5 C voltage lead the unit will withstand exposure to rain and fog All voltage leads and current probes should be connected to the PM45 before connection to mains conductors If any equipment showing signs of damage should not be used Return it to GridSense or your supplier PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 20 of 50 GridSense 7 INSTALLING YOUR PM45 7 1 Pre installation check e Verify that the nominal voltage to be tested is within the operating range of the PM45 as indicated on the front label e T
30. inal AC Phase to Ground earth 600 Volts Note voltage specifications allow for a mains voltage tolerance of 10 of nominal PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 37 of 50 GridSense 13 ACCESSORY SPECIFICATIONS 13 1 Voltage leads Cat No PC5 VL5 C VL5 B VL8 B optional accessory Termination 3 pin Australian GPO Fused clamps Fused banana Fused banana plugs plug plugs No of channels 2 A amp GND 4 A B C amp GND 4 A B C amp GND 4 A B C amp GND No of wires 1 5 5 8 Phase A Phase Phase A Phase Phase A Neutral A B Phase C B Phase C Phase B Neutral B Ground amp Neutral Ground amp Neutral Phase C Neutral C Ground amp Neutral Length from 2m 2m 2m 2m connector Maximum span 1 5m 1 5m 1 5m 1 5m Safety Suitable for CAT II 300 V CAT IV 600 V CAT IV 600 V CAT IV 600 V Current rating 0 2A 0 2A 0 2A 0 2A Fuses not user 2A High rupture capacity 2A High rupture 2A High rupture 2A High rupture replaceable HRC capacity HRC capacity HRC capacity HRC 13 2 Current Probes F3000 optional accessory 0 3000A 100 uV per A at 50 Hz 120 uV per A at 60 Hz Cat No Input Range Output Range Accuracy Class 2M Window size 100 mm x 128 mm Plastic fully insulating Cat III 1000 V equivalent to CAT IV 600V Encapsulation Safety Note Accessory part numbers have additional suffix 2
31. ing to those recommended by GridSense I so click the Configure now button below and the remainder of the configuration wizard pages will be pre answered for you with recommended values If you wish to customise your settings instead then just skip this page by pressing the Next button low To preview the GridSense recommended values please press the help button located on the lower left edge of the wizard Configure now Pavan This screen allows you to quickly configure the PM45 with GridSense recommended settings Click on the Configure Now button to accept this configuration The next screen to appear will be the Configuration Finish screen PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 28 of 50 GridSense MA PM40 Configuration Quick configuration Nominal voltage Log Profile RMS and Waveform amp Transient Capture Finalisation 1 B Memory management On Screen Display The configuration can now be saved using the Save to File button The default configuration file extension is P4C A default location to save configuration files is assumed Type a suitable name into the dialog box i Select predefined config file to save to RMS and Waveform 19 Transient Capture Finalisation 1 9 Memory F management 9 On Screen Display The complete path and file name will be shown PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 29 of 50
32. iquid crystal display LCD location The LCD is an 8 line by 20 character alphanumeric and graphical display GridSese PowerMonic Power Quality Analyser GridSense PowerMonic PM45 CAT IV 600V 3 PHASE POWER amp DISTURBANCE ANALYSER Z warninc ALL VOLTAGE LEADS MUST BE FUSED NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE Refer to User Manual for Operation Calibration and Service details Bow Any Phase 600V Max to Phase A 60 to 600V 50 60Hz 12VA Max MADE IN AUSTRALIA Figure 1 PowerMonic PM45 front panel The screens displayed on an operating PM45 are selected using the PowerView software Nine distinct displays are provided 1 welcome screen voltage and current values voltage and current unbalance true power factor displacement power factor and frequency kW kVA kVAR and total power total harmonic distortion phasor diagram flicker Current probe information oo 2S ee oS NM Log progress and status PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 10 of 50 GridSense 3 2 Connectors A a ay CURRENT PROBE A VOLTAGE cat ww 600v A Figure 2 PowerMonic connector receptacles Australian colour coding shown Figure 2 Shows the PM45 connector receptacle locations The connector functions are listed below Description 8 pin Voltage Probe connector 8 pin data connector 5 pin Current Probe A Channel connector 5 pin Current Probe C Channel connector 5 pin Current Probe
33. is selected the PM45 will commence logging at the next power up o This option is most useful if the PM45 is being configured in an office situation for later field installation e Start logging at a specified date and time o If this option is selected the PM45 will commence logging at the specified date and time provided sufficient power is available at the A phase voltage input PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 30 of 50 GridSense o If there is insufficient power at the specified date and time the PM45 will commence logging when sufficient power is first available at the A phase voltage input after the specified date and time PM40 Start Stop Log Control Start Log Now Start Log at Next Power Up Start Stop Log Delayed Cancel Select the Start Log at Next Power Up option and click on OK A confirmation screen will appear Ci x 2 Do you want to START logging AT NEXT POWER UP Click on Yes to confirm this You will then be returned to the Control Panel Operations screen which indicates that logging will commence on the next power up PowerMonic Operation Power iew 4 4 902 11 x r PowerMonic Details r Current Transformer Range Serialnumber 08003001 Date Fri 11 Apr 2008 CTA 100 Code 0 Model PM45 Time 12 29 51 CTB 100 Code 0 Memorysize 15 MB z z cre 100 Code 0 Version 3 1 34 3 _A
34. l then see this screen PowerMonic Connection Mode i 33 Remote Connection toot _ Select PM40 Series then click on direct connection You will see the following screen To save the log data click on Read All Data You can then save the log data to a PM4 file You will then be asked if you want to view the log data GridSense recommend that the data is viewed immediately in order to verify the download integrity If the data does not appear as expected down load the data again and save it with a different file name PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 32 of 50 GridSense Control Panel On ine Montor Advanced Controis r PowerMonic Details urrent Transformer Range Serial number 08003001 Date Fri 11 Apr 2008 cra 10 Code 0 El Model PM45_ Time 12 29 51 CTB 100 Code 0 Memory size 15 MB CTC 100 Code 0 Version 3 1 31 3 _Aajust Poweronic Cook _ ECA SUBSE CT Neutral 100 Code 0 Power Quality Logging Configuration PQ Logging Configuration Start Stop Log Control Data Memory Control Read All Data Clear All Data Memory Estimated time lett Data Logging Summary updated every 15 seconds Log Type Log Capacity Log Used Log Remaining Log Status Log Profiling 13 days 00h 28min O days 00h 00min 13 days 00h 28min OFF start next power up Flicker 18 days 23h 10min O days 00h OOmin 18 days 23h 10min OFF start next power up Sag
35. load to ensure accurate power measurement VA IA VB IB PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 40 of 50 GridSense 14 2 Three Phase 3 Wire Delta Source with Delta Load Floating cearthe Delta O Ka lan y iN Voltage Current Connection Diagram using 8 Wire Voltage Cable VL8 or VL8 2 Circuit Summary Table Source 3 Phase Delta Load Delta Connection Delta Nominal RMS Voltage Phase Phase Voltage Lead Connection for VL8 or VL8 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Neutral Phase C Phase A Phase A Neutral A Phase B Phase B Phase B Neutral B Phase C Phase C Phase C Neutral C Phase A Phasor Diagram Notes e This connection should be configured as Delta IC 3 phase 3 wire in PowerView vc e Current probe arrows should point to the load to ensure accurate power measurement VB PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 41 of 50 GridSense 14 3 Three Phase 2 WattMeter Delta Source with Delta Load Standard Floating oEarthel Delt laa Kost No Voltage Current Connection Diagram using 8 Wire Voltage Cable VL8 or VL8 2 Circuit Summary Table Source 3 Phase Delta Load Delta Connection Delta Nominal RMS Vo
36. ltage Phase Phase Voltage Lead Connection for VL8 or VL8 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Neutral Phase C Phase A Phase A Neutral A Phase B Phase B Phase B Neutral B Phase C Phase C Phase C Neutral C Phase A Phasor Diagram Notes e This connection should be configured as Delta IC 3 phase 2 wattmeter in PowerView VC e The same type of Current probes should be used for Phase A and Phase C VA e For a system with only two loads connected configure the PM45 as Delta 3 phase 2 wattmeter in PowerView e Current probe arrows should point to the load VB to ensure accurate power measurement gt PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 42 of 50 GridSense 14 4 Split Phase with 2 Single Phase Loads Source hy a PS rd Voltage Current Cc N Connection Diagram using 5 Wire Voltage Cable VL5 or VL5 2 Circuit Summary Table Source Split Phase Load 2 Single Phases Connection Star Wye Nominal RMS Voltage Phase Neutral Voltage Lead Connection for VL5 or VL5 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Phase A Phase A Phase B Phase B Phase C Neutral Neutral Neutral Voltage Lead Connection for VL8 or VL8 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Neut
37. m using 8 Wire Voltage Cable VL8 Circuit Summary Table Source 3 Phase Star Wye Load Delta Connection Delta Nominal RMS Voltage Phase Phase Voltage Lead Connection VL8 or VL8 2 Wire Connection Point Label Ground Ground earth Neutral Neutral if available Ground earth otherwise Phase A Phase A Neutral A Phase B Phase B Phase B Neutral B Phase C Phase C Phase C Neutral C Phase A Phasor Diagram Notes e This connection should be configured as Delta 3 phase 3 wire in PowerView e Current probe arrows should point to the load to ensure accurate power measurement vc PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 46 of 50 GridSense 14 8 Three Phase 4 Wire Wye Source with 3 Single Phase Loads Source S AN OUNO Voltage Current Connection Diagram using 8 Wire Voltage Cable VL8 Circuit Summary Table Source 3 Phase Star Wye Load 3 Single Phases Connection Star Wye Nominal RMS Voltage Phase Phase Voltage Lead Connection VL8 or VL8 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Neutral Neutral if available Ground earth otherwise Phase A Phase A Neutral A Phase B Phase B Phase B Neutral B Phase C Phase C Phase C Neutral C Phase A Phasor Diagram Notes
38. ment which utilises embedded firmware and PC based software PowerView GridSense occasionally releases firmware upgrades for the PM45 and new versions of PowerView and recommend that these should be installed Users who have electronically registered with GridSense will be notified of firmware upgrades and new versions of PowerView Updated firmware and software can be downloaded from the GridSense web site after registering http Awww gridsense net support 11 3 Technical sales and assistance The PM45 is manufactured by CHK GridSense Pty Ltd Unit 3 Ground Floor 20 36 Nancarrow Avenue Meadowbank NSW 2114 If you are experiencing any technical problems or require any assistance with the proper use or application of this instrument please call our technical hotline NORTH AMERICA OTHER COUNTRIES Phone 1916 372 4945 Phone 61 2 8878 7700 Fax 1 916 372 4948 Fax 61 2 8878 7788 Email support_na gridsense net Email support gridsense net Web http www gridsense net service Web http www gridsense net service 11 4 Calibration To guarantee that your instrument complies with factory specifications we recommend that the PM45 be submitted for recalibration to our factory service center at a minimum of one year intervals Return the PM45 including all accessories current probes and voltage leads etc to NORTH AMERICA OTHER COUNTRIES GridSense Inc CHK GridSense Pty Ltd 25
39. n i Tables Tools Options Window Help Pore Ee laf ai freon ial 2 Hi we H Open Log File ZE Connect to PowerMonic WARNING THIS VERSION OF PowerView 4 IS FOR EVALUATION ONLY IT IS NOT TO BE USED IN FIELD MEASUREMENTS l I Connect to the PM45 and the Connections Mode screen will appear PowerMonic Connection Mode PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 26 of 50 GridSense 8 5 Configuring the PM45 using the Configuration Wizard Select PM40 Series and the Operation screen Control Panel will appear peration PowerView 4 4 902 11 E xj On line Monitor 4 Advanced Controls PowerMonic Details Serial number 08003001 Dete Fri 11 Apr 2008 cra 100 Code 0 g Model PM45 Time 11 39 11 cre 10 Code 0 Memory size 15 MB z cte 100 Code 0 Version 31 34 3 _AajustPowernis clock _ Bernea CT Neutral 100 Code 0 Power Quality Logging Configuration PQ Logging Configuration Start Stop Log Control Start Log Stop Log Now Stop logging now Data Memory Control Read All Data Clear All Data Memory Estimated time left 0 Data Leasing Summary updated every 15 seconds Log Typ Log Capacity Log Used Log Remaining Log Status Log Profiling 6 days 18h 10min O days OOh OOmin 6 days 18h 10min OFF start next power up 18 days 23h 10min O days 00h OOmin 18 days 23h 10min OFF start next power up SagiSwell Event 8192 events 0 eve
40. nductor and then close the retaining clamps Current probe arrows should point to the load to ensure accurate power measurement There are no user serviceable parts contained within the F3000 Flexible Current Probe PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 16 of 50 GridSense 3 9 Data Cable The data cable allows connection of the PM45 to a PC USB port PowerView software is used to configure the PM45 and to download recorded data Figure 8 Data cable The 5 V DC power provided by the USB port is also used to power up the PM45 avoiding the need to connect a voltage lead to configure and download data from the PM45 Note that the standby battery is not charged when the PM45 is powered from the USB port The data cable is intended to connect to a standard PC data port The cable should only be connected to non hazardous live circuits insulated from hazardous live circuits by reinforced or double insulation or equivalent 3 10 Standby Battery The PM45 uses a sealed lead acid standby battery to power the unit for two minutes when loss of AC supply occurs This allows normal and event logging to continue The performance of the standby battery will degrade if it is exposed to long periods of high temperature and or it is allowed to discharge excessively As a safety measure the PM45 battery is protected by a thermal switch that operates when the temperature of the battery exceeds 50 If the
41. nected to a hazardous live conductor the other voltage clamp plugs should also be treated as live due to the internal measurement impedance of the PM45 Disconnect the voltage leads in the following order PC5 Switch off the GPO and remove the plug VL5 C and VL5 B Phase A Phase B Phase C Neutral Ground VL8 B Phase A Neutral A Phase B Neutral B Phase C Neutral C Neutral Ground Disconnect the current probes PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 24 of 50 GridSense 8 CONFIGURING THE PM45 BEFORE USE 8 1 Introduction The PM45 is configured using a PC running PowerView software for Microsoft Windows To install this software insert the CD supplied with the PM45 into a CD drive If the installer does not start automatically browse to the PowerView directory on the CD and run the PVSetup program Note that you must install the USB driver when the PM45 is first connected to your computer The USB driver must be installed for each USB port that you will use 8 2 Connecting the PM45 to the PC e Connect the USB data cable to the PM45 e Connect the USB cable to one of the USB ports on the computer e This will power up the PM45 The operating system will then detect the PM45 e If you have not connected the PM45 to that USB port before you will need to install the USB driver 8 3 PM45 Status PM45 status is indicated in the bottom right hand corner of the display The three main modes of operation are shown
42. nnected to the appropriate phase e The arrow markings point towards the load Connect the voltage clamps in the following order PC5 Insert the plug in the GPO and switch it on VL5 C and VL5 B Ground Neutral Phase C Phase B Phase A VL8 B Ground Neutral Neutral C Phase C Neutral B Phase B Neutral A Phase A The PM45 is powered from the Phase A to Neutral connection and will commence logging once the A phase connection is made It will draw power 12 VA maximum from the A phase A full set of connection diagrams is provided in section 14 7 6 Post installation checks e Ensure that voltage clamps and current probes are secure and not likely to move or dislodge e Check that all leads are secure and will not be damaged when equipment doors are closed e The PM45 is powered by the A phase voltage You must connect this phase for the PM45 to begin logging e Unused voltage clamps should be connected to neutral Do not leave the unit unattended with unconnected voltage clamps e Before leaving the installation site check that the voltages and currents displayed on the LCD are reasonable e Check that the PM45 is logging data by checking that an asterisk is shown on the bottom right hand corner of the LCD e If the bottom right hand corner of the display is blank the PM45 is NOT logging data PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 23 of 50 GridSense 7 7 Disconnecting the PM45 N When any voltage clamp plug is con
43. nts 8192 events OFF start next power up 19 events 0 events 19 events OFF start next power up Waveform Event 14 events 0 events 14 events OFF start next power up 11 04 2008 10 35 40 ONLINE Now select PQ Logging Configuration and the Configuration Welcome screen will appear Note You may be asked to update the PM45 clock stop logging and clear the PM45 memory before you are able to configure the PM45 EA PM40 Configuration 2 O x M tt gt ihent Velcome Circuit connection Quick configuration Nominal voltage File name Log Profile Connection mode ONLINE Metrics 7 Edtmode Editable armonics Event Capture Event Capture Summary Load from file E Voltages S Sag Swell This is the PowerMonic Configuration Wizard It is a dialog which will guide you through the 4 Hysteresis configuration of the PowerManic Select the Next button to go to the next page RMS and Waveform At any time you can skip pages or even go right to the end using the navigation tree to the left Transient Capture a Hel Fe eves ible for the Configuration Wizard To ss help press the Help button in the lower E Currents left cor RMS and Waveform Finalisation If you prefer the old style tabbed notebook configuration dialog to this the PowerMonic Configuration izard you can access the configuration dialog though the Options Wizard based configuration Memory management menu item This can be found in the main menu at the tor screen
44. oltage will be displayed during the 2 minute power down period as shown below PowerMonic PM45 User Manual PowerMonic Operation PowerView 4 5 2 904 BETA x Control Panel On line Monitor Advanced Controis faves Onine Woa meva P 2 DateTime 14 11 2008 10 01 46 PM40 Monitor updated every 3 seconds PhaseA PhaseB PhaseC Neutral Votage RMS V oo ooo 0 00 0 00 Current RMS A 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 Frequency Hz 50 03 ans BP eee Ubale Votage Angle V ooo 0 00 0 00 100 00 iront Aree a oo ooo 000 o0 0 00 True Power Factor Too 100 1 00 Displacement Power Factor 1 00 1 00 1 00 Total Power Real Power W oo 000 000 0 00 Reactive Power KVAR ooo ooo 0 00 0 00 Apparent Power KVA ooo 000 0 00 0 00 THOF Votage 10 31 oo 000 THO R Voltage 10 25 000 0 00 THOF Current oo 0 00 0 00 0 00 THOR Current ooo ooo 0 00 0 00 Ficker Pst ooo 000 0 00 Flicker Pit 000 000 600 Backup battery V 6 53 Ficker FL Too ooo 0 00 RTC battery cv 3 14 Cancel Operation Close 14 11 2008 10 01 49 ONLINE f Page 35 of 50 GridSense 11 CHK GRIDSENSE SUPPORT SERVICES 11 1 Operational problems If you have any questions about the operation of the PM45 or the PowerView software first look in the User Manual or consult the on line help file included with PowerView software 11 2 Firmware and software upgrades The PM45 is a complex instru
45. onnection Manual for diagrams and details p Cieut connection Wye Star 3 phase 4 wire Split phase C Single phase C Deta 3 phase 3 wire T Delta 3 phase 2 watt meter C Genetic independent measurement Circuit Connection Instructions i EO we Always read the PM40 Circuit Connections manual first pave toreMimodse PM 45 Voltage Cable Connection Voltage Cable Connection A Phase Red A Phase Red B Phase White C Phase Blue Neutral Black Earth Green Yellow CT Connections B Phase White C Phase Blue arth Green Yellow Neutral Red Black Red Neutral White Black White Neutral Blue Black Blue A Phase PowerMonic A Neutral Green Yellov Black B Phase PowerMonic B Green Yellow C Phase PowerMonic C IN Phase PowerMonic N CT Connections hal lt Previous gt nen This window shows the available connection types with details of the logged parameters for specific voltage connection leads shown in the two scrolling sub panes Clicking on the Next button brings up the Quick Configuration screen zimizi Circuit connection Quick configuration Nominal voltage Log Profile Metrics Harmonics Event Capture Event Capture Summary El Voltages E Sag Swell Hysteresis RMS and Waveform Transient Capture Currents RMS and Waveform Finalisation Memory management On Screen Display Finish X Cancel 2 Help Quick configuration Would you like to configure the PowerMonic sett
46. ral Neutral Phase A Phase A Neutral A Neutral Phase B Phase B Neutral B Neutral Phase C Neutral Neutral C Neutral Phasor Diagram Notes e This connection should be configured as VB VA IB IA Split Phase in PowerView e e _ e Current probe arrows should point to the load to ensure accurate power measurement PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 43 of 50 GridSense 14 5 Single Phase Source Phase A Line 4 Ke Ly MO Voltage Current Connection Diagram using 5 Wire Voltage Cable VL5 or VL5 2 Circuit Summary Table Source Single Phase Load Single Phase Connection Star Wye Nominal RMS Voltage Phase Neutral Voltage Lead Connection for VL5 or VL5 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Phase A Phase A Phase B Neutral Phase C Neutral Neutral Neutral Voltage Lead Connection for VL8 or VL8 2 Wire Label Connection Point Ground Ground earth Neutral Neutral Phase A Phase A Neutral A Neutral Phase B Neutral Neutral B Neutral Phase C Neutral Neutral C Neutral Note The PC5 may also be used to log A phase and ground earth voltages Phasor Diagram Notes e this connection should be configured as Single Phase in PowerView 5 5 e The return current on the neutral is the same as the Phase A current e C
47. rds 19 6 SAFE USE OF THE PM4 5 sis iccie cscs ier ni te ghee a aa a d iea aee Urea Ei 20 7 INSTALLING YOUR PM45 irename A 21 7 1 Pre installation check 21 7 2 Hazard assessment 21 7 3 Live low voltage work 21 7 4 Pole Mounting 22 7 5 Connecting the PM45 23 7 6 Post installation checks 23 7 7 Disconnecting the PM45 24 8 CONFIGURING THE PM45 BEFORE USE ccccceceeeeccceeeeseeseeeeeeeeeeseeeeesseeaaaeaeeeseeeess 25 8 1 Introduction 25 8 2 Connecting the PM45 to the PC 25 8 3 PM45 Status 25 8 4 Starting PowerView 25 8 5 Configuring the PM45 using the Configuration Wizard 27 9 DOWLOADING AND VIEWING DATA cccccccccccsseseeecceeeeeeeeeseeeaseeeeessesaaseeaesseeesessssaeanaees 32 10 MROUBEE STOO TIN Geechee da eos te ene res ences ett a a costs a 34 10 1 The PM45 does not start up after applying power 34 10 2 The PM45 does not display voltage and or current values 34 10 3 The PM45 displays incorrect voltage current values 34 10 4 The PM45 LCD shuts down immediately after removing power 34 10 5 The PM45 does not communicate with the PC using PowerView software 35 10 6 The PM45 date and time are not correct 35 10 7 Verifying internal battery voltages 35 11 CHK GRIDSENSE SUPPORT SERVICES cccccccccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeesseaeaeeseeeeeesenaas 36 11 1 Operational problems 36 11 2 Firmware and software upgrades 36 11 3 Technical sales and assistance 36 11 4 Calibration 36 12 POWERMONIC PM45 SPECIFICATIONG ccc
48. rm Capture Triggers Half Cycle RMS dV dt Half Cycle RMS RMS Capture 50Hz 5s to 30s configurable 60Hz 5s to 25s configurable Sag Swell Capture Half Cycle RMS Circuit Connections Star Wye Delta Delta Split Phase Single Phase Generic Independent Measurement MECHANICAL amp POWER Display Graphic LCD 128 x 64bits Memory 15MB FLASH Communications USB1 1 for Local operation RS232 for Remote operation Power Consumption Maximum 12 VA 10 W typical from Phase A Power Source Main Phase A to Neutral 60 600 Volts AC 50 or 60 Hz Power Source Backup 6 V 0 5 Ah Rechargeable Sealed Lead Acid not user replaceable RTC Battery 3 V 950 mAh Li Manganese Dioxide Organic Electrolyte not user replaceable Dimensions 230 mm l x 120 mm w x 90 mm d or 9 1 I x 4 72 w x 3 6 d Weight 3 kg 7 Ibs instrument only 7kg 16 Ibs typical with accessories in carry case ENVIRONMENTAL amp SAFETY 20 to 60 4F to 130F Ambient Temperature Note standby battery is disabled when ambient temperature exceeds 45 113F Protection Class AS 60529 2004 IP66 IEC 61010 1 2001 Pollution Degree 3 Measurement Category IV 600 Volts Double Insulation or Reinforced Insulation Altitude up to 2000 m Safety rating ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS Nominal AC Phase to Phase Voltage 600 Volts Nominal AC Phase to Neutral Voltage 600 Volts Nom
49. robes may cause measurement errors Check for faulty signal inputs on the PM45 by swapping the voltage or current inputs and checking the displayed value Check for faulty current probes by swapping the current inputs and checking the displayed value The PM45 may need recalibrating GridSense recommends that PM45 units should be recalibrated every 12 months 10 4 The PM45 LCD shuts down immediately after removing power When the power is removed from the PM45 the LCD should remain active for two minutes The PM45 has an internal battery that maintains power during this power off period This battery normally discharges gradually over time To recharge the internal battery connect the PM45 to power for 24 hours If the problem persists the battery may need replacing and you should return the PM45 to your supplier for service PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 34 of 50 GridSense 10 5 The PM45 does not communicate with the PC using PowerView software Check if the data cable is connected to the PM45 data connector and to the PC USB port Check that no pins on the PM45 data cable are broken loose or dislodged Check that the PM45 is powered on and functioning If the USB data cable is connected but the PM45 is not powered up connect the PC5 power lead Check that you have installed the USB driver for the USB port you are using 10 6 The PM45 date and time are not correct The PM45 clock can be set using the PowerView so
50. t is thoroughly dry before use 5 5 Warranty cards When you first receive your PM45 you should complete your warranty card and mail it postage paid to GridSense GridSense also suggest that you register on the GridSense web site http www gridsense net service Registered owners will receive emails advising them of the release of firmware and software upgrades PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 19 of 50 GridSense 6 SAFE USE OF THE PM45 If you do not understand any instructions in this manual please contact GridSense The PM45 is intended to be used on energised lines or equipment Personnel using equipment on energised lines must be authorised by the relevant regulatory bodies to carry out such work and must have appropriate training The information given in this document is given as a guide only It is the user s responsibility to ensure that correct and safe procedures are followed at the actual work site GridSense offers no warranty or indemnity for accidents that may occur when following these instructions Prior to using a PM45 you should note the following The voltage leads have internal HRC fuses which are not field replaceable Refer to Section 10 1 on troubleshooting if you suspect a blown fuse Return the full PM45 system with the voltage leads to your supplier if you determine a fuse has been blown If the PM45 and accessories are used in a manner not specified in this manual the protection prov
51. tral A Phase B to Neutral B Phase C to Neutral C amp Ground to Neutral voltages and is intended as a general connection lead for use on all types of power systems During measurements the PM45 is powered directly from the Phase A to Neutral A connection The eight VL8 B leads are fused with 2A high rupture capacity HRC fuses These fuses are an integral part of the VL5 C lead and are not user replaceable The four voltage channels provided by the VL8 B lead are totally isolated from one another so this lead may be used to monitor voltage sources that are floating with respect to each other Note that the A B and C channels can measure voltages up to 600 V while the GND channel can only measure voltages up to 60 V The GND channel is intended for measurement of the voltage between the ground earth connection and the neutral phase e The VL8 B lead connects to live power systems using banana plugs and or crocodile clips Connections should only be made by appropriately qualified operators Appropriate personal protective equipment must be used when making live connections e The working voltage between any phase and GND or between any A two phases must not exceed 600 V RMS e If the VL8 B shows any sign of damage or broken insulation the VL8 B should not be used Return it to GridSense or your supplier for repair or replacement e The VL8 B is designed for indoor use only e Never connect the A or An phases to ground
52. urrent probe arrows should point to the load to ensure accurate power measurement PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 44 of 50 GridSense 14 6 Generic 4 Independent Circuits Source gt ae Voltage Current Connection Diagram using 8 Wire Voltage Cable VL8 Circuit Summary Table Source Generic Load 4 Single Phases Connection Star Wye Nominal RMS Voltage Phase Neutral Voltage Lead Connection for VL8 or VL8 2 Wire Label Connection Point Phase A Active 1 Neutral A Neutral 1 Phase B Active 2 Neutral B Neutral 2 Phase C Active 3 Neutral C Neutral 3 Ground Active 4 Neutral Neutral 4 Notes Phasor diagram PowerMonic PM45 User Manual This connection should be configured as Generic independent measurement in PowerView The 4 voltage channel GND can only measure limited parameters such as voltage RMS max min voltage RMS during logging interval The 4 voltage channel GND can only measure the voltage up to 60VAC Current probe arrows should point to the load to ensure accurate power measurement Page 45 of 50 GridSense 14 7 Three Phase 4 Wire Wye Source with Delta Load Source Voltage Current Connection Diagra
53. with pin numbers shown below The connection tables are given below VL5 C VL5 B Phase Pin number Phase A 1 Phase B Phase C Ground Neutral 3 5 7 2 4 6 8 VL8 B Phase Pin number Phase A 1 Neutral A Phase B Neutral B Phase C Neutral C Ground Neutral CO N OQ oa AJOIN PC5 Phase Pin number Australasia GPO pins Phase A 1 Active Neutral A 2 8 Neutral Ground 7 Earth PowerMonic PM45 User Manual Page 49 of 50 GridSense accessories 9 19 36 arrow markings 23 asterisk 25 Circuit Connections 39 cleaning 19 clock 27 35 configuration 8 27 28 29 30 33 Configuration Wizard 27 30 Connectors 11 Control Panel 27 30 31 CSV 33 Current Probes 16 Data cable 17 date 30 31 34 35 Display 10 Distortion Display 0 download 17 firmware 19 36 Flicker Display 10 Frequency Display 0 fuses 12 13 14 15 19 20 34 Input voltage absolute maximum 18 minimum 18 LCD 11 34 Log progress Display 10 next power up 30 31 on line help 36 operating range 21 INDEX PC5 12 Phasor diagram Display 0 Power Display 70 power down mode 25 34 Power factor Display 0 PowerView Configuration Wizard 27 Control Panel 27 starting 25 What s New 25 recalibration 36 spreadsheet 33 status 25 34 time

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