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Safety Information

Warning

 identifies conditions and procedures that are dangerous to the 

user.

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Warning

To prevent electrical shock, fire, or personal injury:

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Read these instructions carefully before using the Product.

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Use the Product only with Fluke test tools that have the type 

number ‘BC190’ specified for charge and operation.

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Use this Product only as specified.

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Do not open the Product, it has no user-serviceable parts inside. 

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Do not use the Product around explosive gas, vapor, or in damp or 

wet environments.

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Use this Product indoors only.

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Examine the case before you use the Product. Look for cracks or 

missing plastic. Carefully look at the cable jacket and insulation 

around the terminals.

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Use only the mains power cord and connector approved for the 

voltage and plug configuration in your country and rated for the 

Product.

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Replace the mains power cord if the insulation is damaged or if the 

insulation shows signs of wear.

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Do not use the Product if it is altered or damaged.

Unpack

The Adapter includes these items:

•  BC190/830 Switch Mode Power Adapter (main unit) with dc cable

•  Universal set of 2-wire mains cords with male and female connector
At delivery of the Adapter, make sure that the shipment is complete and all 

items are undamaged. Contact your supplier if you see any damage.

Operation

The power cord connects the Adapter to the mains system. Do not block 

access to the power cord and power plug, these must remain accessible to 

the user at all times.
The Adapter is not equipped with a power switch. Disconnect the mains 

plug from the mains system when not in use.
In case the Adapter is damaged or any damage is suspected, disconnect 

from the mains system and have qualified service personnel inspect the 

Adapter before reconnecting to the mains system again.
To use:

1.  Connect the mains cord to the Adapter.

2.  Connect the power plug to the mains system.

3.  Connect the dc plug to the test tool. 

For continuous operation and recording with the test tool, keep the power 

adapter connected.
The Adapter operates and charges the test tool from local line voltage. 

Any power supply connected to the test tool introduces a certain capacitive 

coupling between the test tool and ground through the power supply 

circuitry. This capacitive coupling can affect test tool measurements. The 

Adapter is equipped with dedicated decoupling networks to reduce possible 

effects of such capacitive coupling during measurements.
For an optimal decoupling from ground, especially to make low-level 

measurements, Fluke recommends that you work in battery-operated mode 

without any power adapter connected. See the User Manual for the test tool 

to find complete safety information before making any measurements.

Note

Always fully charge the test tool battery before storage.

Specifications

Input

Nominal input voltage ............... 100 Vac to 240 Vac, ±10 %
Input current .............................. 0.35 A at max. load
Nominal input frequency ........... 50/60 Hz ±10 %
Mains inlet ................................. IEC 60320-1 type C8
Input power, no load.................. <0.1 W (@ 115 / 230 Vac)

Output

Output voltage........................... 18 Vdc ±5 %
Output current ........................... 0 mA to 840 mA 
Output cable length ................... 2 m (6.5 ft) 
Output connector ...................... 5 mm outer diameter, per DIN45232
Output polarity........................... Inner contact negative, outer contact positive

Physical characteristics

Dimensions of main unit............ 79 mm x 149 mm x 49 mm

Housing material ....................... Heat resistant ABS
Color (housing and cable) ......... Black
Weight ....................................... 0.35 kg
Ingress Protection ..................... IEC 60529, IP40

Environmental

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Operating temperature .............. 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F), up to 90 % rel. 

humidity, no condensation

Storage temperature ................. -40 °C to +70 °C, 10 % to 95 % rel. humidity
Max. altitude.............................. 2000 m (6562 ft) above sea-level

Included accessories

Power cord ................................ Universal set of 2-wire cords
Mains cord length...................... 1.8 m (6 ft), male to female
Power plug adapters ................. US-style, UK-style, European, Japanese, 

Chinese/Australian, Brazilian

Safety

 ............................................ IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-030: CAT IV 600 V, 

Pollution Degree 2

Electromagnetic 

Compatibility (EMC)

 .................... IEC 61326-1: Industrial Electromagnetic 

Environment
CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A

 

Group 1: Equipment has intentionally generated and/or use conductively 

coupled radio-frequency energy which is necessary for the internal functioning 

of the equipment itself. 
Class A: Equipment is suitable for use in all establishments other than 

domestic and those directly connected to a low voltage power supply network 

which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. There may be potential 

difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments, 

due to conducted and radiated disturbances. 

Korea (KCC) ................................ Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & 

Communication Equipment) 

Class A: Equipment meets requirements for industrial electromagnetic wave 

equipment and the seller or user should take notice of it. This equipment is 

intended for use in business environments and not to be used in homes. 

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