Schneider Electric EM4000 User Manual

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This section contains the following installation topics:

• “Pre-Installation” on page 6
• “Installation Procedures” on page 7
• “Connecting Pulse Inputs” on page 26

The pre-installation checklist and site planning must be performed before installing 
the equipment at the site. 

The equipment required for each PowerLogic EM4000 meter installation includes:

• high-density meter (PowerLogic EM4033 or PowerLogic EM4080)
• For the PowerLogic EM4033 and PowerLogic EM4080, one 12-ft (4-m) AMP 

cable with one 50-pin connector supplied with each unit

• CD and meter configuration software, this installation manual and an installation 

record form

When you receive your order, verify that the items listed above are included with 
the shipment, and visually inspect them for damage. If any parts are missing or 
damaged, contact your Schneider Electric representative.

The installer must provide the following information, tools, and equipment before 
proceeding with the installation:

• certified current transformers for metering (not supplied)
• an appropriate 15-Amp maximum circuit breaker or a fused disconnect switch 

for the type of panel

• current/voltage meter to test the phasing of panels

•

RJ45 Ethernet patch cable

•

4-wire 14 AWG (1.63 mm

2

) cable for three-phase wye connected circuits, or 3-wire 14 

AWG (1.63 mm

2

) cable for a single-phase wye connected circuits

•

small flat-head screwdriver

•

#2 Phillips screwdriver

•

crimping tool

•

18 AWG butt splice connector

•

wire strippers

•

four 1-inch (25 mm) #8 mounting screws suitable for selected mounting surface

1. Determine the number of PowerLogic EM4000 series meters to be installed and 

ensure adequate space. For clearances, see Figure 3 on page 8. 

2. Determine the number of Ethernet drops required, and ensure they are installed 

before installing the PowerLogic EM4033 and EM4080 meters.