Power Measurement ION 8000 Series Installation Guide

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ION 8000 Series Models
Socket Meter
The socket meter is designed to fit into S-Base meter sockets and A-to-S Base
adapters. The meter supports a number of different form factors including 9S,
35S, 36S, 39S, and 76S.
Switchboard Meter
The switchboard meter eliminates the need for shorting blocks. All voltage
and current connections are made via terminals located on the rear of the
switchboard case. When removed from the draw-out case, current inputs are
automatically short circuited.
RMICAN Model
A socket or switchboard meter that is Industry Canada certified for revenue
metering in Canada. Different security options are available, including a
factory-sealed version.
In this Guide
This guide contains the following sections. Your workflow may not specifically
align with the steps outlined below:
 “Meter Overview” on page 6
 “Meter Labels” on page 7
 “Step 1: Mount the Meter” on page 9
 “Step 2: Wire the Ground Terminal” on page 11
 “Step 3: Wire the Onboard I/O” on page 12
 “Step 4: Wire the Voltage and Current Inputs” on page 16
 “Step 5: Wire the Communications” on page 26
 “Step 6: Wire the Power Supply” on page 30
 “Step 7: Power Up the Meter” on page 31
 “Step 8: Set Up Meter Using the Front Panel” on page 31
 “Step 9: Verify Meter Operation” on page 35
 “Step 10: View Meter Data” on page 40

Power Measurement ION 8000 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Power Measurement
Model	ION 8000 Series
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English