METREL MA 4804 User manual

Variable Transformer
MA 4804
Instruction manual
Version 3.0., Code no. 20 750 280

Distributor:
Manufacturer:
METREL d.d.
Ljubljanska cesta 77
1354 Horjul
Slovenia
web site: http://www.metrel.si
e-mail: [email protected]
Mark on your equipment certifies that this equipment meets the
requirements of the EC (European Community) regulations concernin
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safety and electromagnetic compatibility.
© 2011 METREL
No part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any
means without permission in writing from METREL.
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MA 4804 Variable transformer Table of contents
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Table of contents
1.....................................................................................................................4Preface
2.................................................................5Safety and operational considerations
2.1 ..............................................................................................5Warnings and notes
2.2 .................................................................................................6Standards applied
3...........................................................................................7Instrument description
3.1 ............................................................................................................7Front panel
3.2 ............................................................................................................8Back panel
3.3 .......................................................................................................8Instrument set
4..............................................................................................9Instrument operation
4.1 ..........................................................................................9Working with MA 4804
4.2 .........................................................................................9Application of MA 4804
5..........................................................................................................11Maintenance
5.1 ....................................................................................................11Replacing fuse
5.2 ..............................................................................................................11Cleaning
5.3 ..............................................................................................11Periodic calibration
5.4 ................................................................................................................11Service
6.......................................................................................12Technical specifications

MA 4804 Variable transformer Preface
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1 Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the instrument from METREL. The
instrument was designed on basis of rich experience, acquired through many
years of dealing with variable transformers.
The Variable transformer MA 4804 is intended for dedicated equipment and
circuits that requires separating (insulating) from mains supply. In general the
MA 4804 offers the following:
Floating secondary circuit,
Robust construction,
Adjustable output AC voltage from 0 V to 245 V,
Permanent load current is 3.1 A,
Possible overloading for short period,
4 A output circuit protection,
Measuring of output voltage and load rms current,
Inrush current limiting to prevent automatic disconnection of supply
voltage.
The MA 4804 is very useful equipment for all electrical laboratories, service
shops and others who need to change the mains or other AC voltage levels.

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2 Safety and operational considerations
2.1 Warnings and notes
In order to reach high level of operator’s safety while carrying out various
applications of MA 4804, as well as to keep the equipment undamaged, it is
necessary to consider the following general warnings:
The symbol on the instrument means »Read the Instruction
manual with special care for safe operation«. The symbol
requires an action!
If the MA 4804 is used in a manner not specified in this
Instruction manual the protection provided by the equipment
might be impaired!
The MA 4804 is intended for indoor use only.
Do not use the instrument and accessories if any damage is
noticed!
In case a fuse has blown follow the instructions in this manual to
replace it!
Consider all generally known precautions in order to avoid risk of
electric shock while dealing with hazardous voltages!
Service intervention and calibration procedure is allowed to be
carried out only by a competent authorized person!
All normal safety precautions have to be taken in order to avoid
risk of electric shock when working on electrical installations!

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2.2 Standards applied
The MA 4804 is manufactured and tested according to the following regulations
as listed below.
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
EN 61326-1 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use – EMC requirements – Part 1: General requirements
Safety (LVD)
EN 61010-1
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use – Part 1: General
requirements
EN 61558-1 Safety of power transformers, power supplies, reactors and similar products – Part 1: General requirements and tests
EN 61558-2-1
Safety of power transformers, power supplies, reactors and
similar products – Part 2-1: Particular requirements and tests
for separatin
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transformers and power supplies incorporatin
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separating transformers for general applications
EN 61558-2-14
Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and
combination thereof – Part 2-14: Particular requirements and
tests for variable transformers and power supply units
incorporating variable transformers
Note about EN and IEC standards:
Text of this manual contains references to European standards. All standards
of EN 6xxxx (e.g. EN 61010) series are equivalent to IEC standards with the
same number (e.g. IEC 61010) and differ only in amended parts required by
European harmonization procedure.

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3 Instrument description
3.1 Front panel
Figure 3.1: Front panel
Legend:
1 Handel Intended for moving the MA 4804 by hand.
2 V-meter Indicates output voltage.
3 Output socket Prepared for connection of floating load.
4 Dial Knob for manual regulation of output voltage.
5 I/O switch Main switch for turning power on/off.
6 Automatic fuse Protects output circuit.
7 A-meter Indicates rms value of load current.

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3.2 Back panel
Figure 3.2: Back panel
Legend:
1 Fuse F1 T 4 A / 250 V (Breaking capacity: >150 A)
2 Cord entry For power supply entry
3.3 Instrument set
Instrument – variable transformer MA 4804
Instruction manual

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4 Instrument operation
4.1 Working with MA 4804
The MA 4804 is class I equipment. It means that all accessible conductive
parts (case) are connected to PE. For safety working the following shall apply:
Warnings:
Use wall socket with proper earthing on PE terminal!
Never disconnect PE wiring nor cut it, it is hazardous live!
Secondary circuit is floating, it is separated from mains input and
separated from PE. Keep secondary circuit floating or connect to
PE only if necessary!
4.2 Application of MA 4804
General application procedure for MA 4804 is as follows:
Before connection to mains supply keep I/O switch in O (OFF) position,
switch off automatic fuse and rotate dial knob c.c.w. to limit position (0 V
position).
Connect MA 4804 into proper wall socket (see 4.1).
Connect the circuit supplied from MA 4804 into output socket.**
Turn mains switch to I (ON), turn on output fuse and adjust output
voltage.
** If the circuit requires limited voltage range then the last two steps are
modified as follows:
Turn mains switch to I (ON), turn on output fuse and adjust output
voltage into required voltage range.
Turn off output fuse.
Connect the circuit supplied from MA 4804 into output socket.
Turn on output fuse.

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Application examples
Figure 4.1: Observing in circuit
Note:
Pay attention that the observed circuit is completely floating in other
case the short circuit will arise through oscilloscope grounding.
Figure 4.2: Testing to supply voltage variations or supplying the equipment with other rated
AC power supply voltage
Notes:
PE shall be connected as shown if observed equipment requires TN/TT
supply voltage condition.
The PE of observed equipment might be connected to the PE of supply
system for special purpose only, e.g. as functional earth or additional
guarding to minimize EMI problems.
To prevent unintentional working conditions or even damage of the
observed equipment, set the output voltage into rated supply voltage
range of observed equipment and then connect the equipment to MA
4804 output.

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5 Maintenance
Unauthorized person is not allowed to open the MA 4804. There are no user
serviceable components inside the instrument.
In the event of noticing any visible damage, if the instrument does not function
properly, if it has been stored for a long period of time under unfavourable
conditions, or has been exposed to strong blows during transportation, refrain
from operating it immediately.
5.1 Replacing fuse
There is a fuse on the backside of the MA 4804.
F1
T 4 A / 250 V, 205 mm, (IEC 60127), Breaking capacity: >150 A
Warnings:
Disconnect power cord from main supply before replacing the
fuse!
Replace blown fuse with original type only, otherwise the
instrument may be damaged and/or operator’s safety impaired!
Position of fuses can be seen in Figure 3.4 in chapter 3.3 Back panel.
5.2 Cleaning
No special maintenance is required for the housing. To clean the surface of the
instrument use a soft cloth slightly moistened with soapy water or alcohol.
Then leave the instrument to dry totally before use.
Do not use liquids based on petrol or hydrocarbons!
Do not spill cleaning liquid over the instrument!
5.3 Periodic calibration
It is essential that the test instrument is regularly calibrated in order the
technical specification of built in instrument is guaranteed. We recommend an
annual calibration. Only an authorized technical person can do the calibration.
Please contact your dealer for further information.
5.4 Service
For repairs under warranty, or at any other time, please contact your
distributor.

MA 4804 Variable transformer Technical specifications
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Rated mains supply voltage ......230 V
Rated supply frequency ............50 Hz
Maximum output voltage ..........245 V (no load)
Continuous output current ........3.1 A
Idle run current consumption ....70 mA
Automatic output fuse..............4 A (type C), (IEC 60898)
Mains fuse..............................T 4 A, 250 V, 5 mm x 20 mm, (IEC 60127),
breaking capacity: >150 A
Loading characteristics.............see graph below
Figure 6.1: Loading characteristic of MA 4804
Input overvoltage category .......300 V CAT II
Protection class.......................I
Transformer type ....................separating
Pollution degree ......................2
Protection degree ....................IP30
Dimensions (w h d).............228 mm x 216 mm x 210 mm
Weight ..................................approx. 11 kg
Reference conditions
Reference temperature range....10 C 30 C
Reference humidity range.........40 %RH 70 %RH
Operation conditions
Working temperature range ......5 C 40 C
Maximum relative humidity.......95 %RH (0 C 40 C), non-condensing
Storage conditions
Temperature range..................-10 C +70 C
Maximum relative humidity.......90 %RH (-10 C +40 C)
80 %RH (40 C 60 C)
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