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CI-50 

NOTE:

 Do not connect the interrupter to the AC output side of rectifiers that have 

an efficiency  transformer.  Always  interrupt the  DC (output)  leg (not  the  taps) of 
the circuit in that case. 

Common Uses of the Model CI-50 include: 

Close Interval Surveys (CIS)

On / Off Potential Surveys

Stray Current / Interference Testing

Fall of Potential

DCVG

The  Model  CI-50  is  easily  programmed  with  Closed  (Seconds  On)  and  Open  (Seconds  Off) 
cycles  of  between  0.1  sec  and  99.9  sec,  in  0.1  sec  increments.  The  instrument  is 
microprocessor  controlled  for  accurate  timing  and  uses  electronic  switching  instead  of 
mechanical relays. The CI-50 is not a GPS synchronizing instrument. 

NOTE: 

The  CI-50  is  designed  to  be  used  by  trained  individuals.  Many 

jurisdictions have laws or recommendations for the type of training necessary in 
order  to  handle  high  voltage  connections.  Consult  your  company  or  jurisdiction 
for guidance in the type of training necessary to use this instrument properly. 

Programming the CI - 50: 

The  Model  CI-50  is  capable  of  interrupt  cycles  of  0.1  sec  Closed  (Seconds  On)  and  Open 
(Seconds Off). To program the CI-50, it is necessary to follow these simple steps: 

(1) Turn the instrument on by moving the toggle switch UP. Note that the OPEN LED turns

on. (If Low Batt LED is flashing, it is recommended that the batteries be changed)

(2) Wait for the instrument to initialize. This is indicated by the  display quickly counting up

numbers,  Left  to  Right,  then  returning  to
blank.

(3) Press the Program button.
(4) The first digit (Left side) begins to blink.
(5) Press  the  appropriate  Adjust  Digit  button

(Up or Down) to change the display to the desired digit.

(6) When  the  Left  most  number  is  the  correct  digit  for  your  programming,  press  Program

button again, and the next digit begins to blink. This
digit  may  now  be  adjusted  using  the  Adjust  Digit
buttons.

(7) Repeat  steps 3 through 6 until all six (6) digits have

been programmed.

(8) Press Program button again and the display will turn

off.

The Model CI-50 is now programmed and ready for operation. 

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Summary of Contents for CI-50

Page 1: ...and duration of the spike the solid state circuitry of the CI 50 and most other current interrupters made today can become significantly damaged It is recommended that an oscilloscope be connected to...

Page 2: ...on for guidance in the type of training necessary to use this instrument properly Programming the CI 50 The Model CI 50 is capable of interrupt cycles of 0 1 sec Closed Seconds On and Open Seconds Off...

Page 3: ...s be turned Off Power toggle switch to Off down when making or breaking connections Connecting the Model CI 50 is done using the supplied cable A single plug in type connector on the end of the cable...

Page 4: ...l CI 50 is a normally Open Off instrument This means that when not in operation or when the power is turned off the circuit through the instrument is Open Off When a program begins the program always...

Page 5: ...he instrument cannot be programmed The Program button will not work until the Display is turned off by again pressing the View Program button or by automatically shutting off Once the Display is off t...

Page 6: ...en Cycles 0 1 sec to 99 9 sec Programmable Battery Size AA size Battery Type Alkaline Battery Volts 4 1 5v AA Cable Size 10 AWG 6 0 mm2 Cable Type Stranded copper PVC jacketed Black Cable Length 6 1 8...

Page 7: ...This step becomes especially important when the DC output of the rectifier is 50 or more of the maximum current the interrupter can handle In the case of the CI 50 which is a 50 Amp max instrument a...

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