Alpha Dickson KT6P1 User manual

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KT6P1, KT6P2, KT6P5
6” (152mm) Temperature Chart Recorder
Quick Start
1. Remove the protective pen cap.
2. Connect Probe: Make sure the KTC probe is connected firmly to the Replaceable Sensor and that the Replaceable
Sensor is plugged in firmly to the chart recorder.
3. Insert 4 AA batteries and plug in AC adapter. Unit will power on.
4. The instrument will move pen to the appropriate readings.
5. Install the chart that matches the Dip Switch settings you have selected.
a. Press the PEN HOME key to move the pen to the outside of the chart. The pen is automatically raised off the chart.
b. Remove the old chart, place the new chart on the Chart Hub being certain that the edge of the chart slides under
the Chart Guide Clip located at the outside of the chart.
6. Set the appropriate time. There are two ways to adjust the chart and set the appropriate time:
a. Set the chart time manually by inserting a coin into the groove in the chart hub and turning clockwise until the
correct hour (and day if applicable) on the chart is referenced to the timing arrow (just to the right of the pen tip on the
dial). Press Pen Home to move the pen(s) back onto the chart.
The following feature should be used for fine adjustments only:
b. To adjust the chart time, press and hold Adjust-Up and Adjust-Down buttons located on the back of the unit next to
the dip switch.
The green LED will blink rapidly for about five seconds, then the LED will remain solid green. While in this state the
Adjust-Up button will move the chart backward (counter clockwise) and the Adjust-Down button will move the
chart forward (clockwise).
Rotate the chart until the correct hour (and day if applicable) on the chart is referenced to the timing arrow. Once
you have set your chart, press the Pen Home button to exit Chart Adjust Mode. The unit will take one minute to exit the
Chart Adjust Mode once Pen Home is pressed. Press Pen Home to move the pen(s) back onto the chart.
7. Place the KT6 recorder on a flat vibration-free surface. Be sure it is in a vertical position and level. For best
performance and longevity, the location should be a clean environment, free from dust and corrosive fumes. Do not
exceed temperature specifications. Wall Mount: Keyhole slots are provided on the KT6 recorder for wall mounting.

Display Symbols and Button Operations
On/Off
The On/Off key turns the unit on and off.
Pen Home
If the pen is located on the outside edge of the chart, press the PEN HOME to move pen to recording position. If the pen is
located on the chart, press the PEN HOME key to move the pen to the outside edge of the chart
Alarm - (KT6P3 and KT6P5)
1. To set the alarm, make sure unit is on and press and hold the ALARM button. The LED will blink red rapidly for about five
seconds, then the LED will turn solid green. Release the ALARM button and the LED will turn solid red. At this point the
display will show the following: ON or OFF.
2. Pressing either the ADJUST-UP or ADJUST-DOWN buttons, located on the back of the unit next to the dip switch, will
toggle the alarm on or off.
3. Pressing PEN HOME will scroll to the next alarm option. The options are as follows:
a. alarm on or off
b. pen 1 alarm min
c. pen 1 alarm max
4. In order to set pen alarm minimums and maximums, pressing ADJUST-UP will increase the alarm value, and pressing
ADJUST-DOWN will decrease the alarm value. There is acceleration if the ADJUST-UP button is held down. Repetitively
pressing the PEN HOME button will scroll through the five options until the alarm button is pressed to exit from alarm
adjust. Each press of the PEN HOME or ALARM button will store the new settings. The unit will take one minute to exit
Alarm Set Mode once the ALARM button is pressed.
5. If the alarm is triggered, the LED will show as solid red and the alarm will sound. Press the ALARM button to silence
Audible Alarm.

Alarm Relays
The SPST 24V 500mA relay contacts are normally open and will close on alarm conditions when the alarms are enabled.
Relay contacts are always functional when the alarm is enabled. The relay will close only during minimum and maximum
alarm conditions. Relays will not operate under battery only power conditions.
Dip Switch Set-Up
To set-up the KT6 recorder for your specific application, you might need to change some of the Dip Switches. The Dip
Switches are located on the back of the unit. Use a pen or small screw driver to flip the switches.
Recording Time
CH1 = Pins 1, 2, 3
• Pins 1 and 2 make contact when CH1 is in Alarm
• Pins 1 and 3 make contact when CH1 is not in Alarm
1
2
3
Slide toggle down for “off” position
Slide toggle up for “on” position
Dip Switch
7 & 8 are
not active on
this recorder
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Pen Adjust
Pen adjust may be needed if the pen(s) and display do not match. While the unit is on, press and hold both the Pen
Home button and the On/Off button (making sure to press the Pen Home button first so the unit will not turn off). The led will
blink rapidly between amber and green for about five seconds. The LED will then turn green. Release the Pen
Home and On/Off buttons. The LED will flash amber and green for one second and the LED will turn off.
One-Pen Models:
The red pen will move to the outer edge of the chart and is ready to be adjusted. Use the Adjust-Up and Adjust-
Down buttons to move the pen to the maximum temperature line on the chart. Once the pen is set, the Pen Home button will
move the pen to reaffirm the new pen position. Press the On/Off button to exit Pen Home Adjust.
Two-Pen Models:
Both pens will move to the outer edge of the chart, and then the shorter red pen will move to the current position. Use
the Adjust-Up and Adjust-Down buttons to move the pen to the maximum temperature line on the chart. Once the shorter red
pen is set, the Pen Home button will move the shorter red pen to the outer edge of the chart and the longer blue pen will move
to its current position. The Adjust-Up and Adjust-Down buttons will adjust the longer blue pen position. Once the pen is set,
the Pen Home button will move the longer blue pen to the outer edge of the chart and the shorter red pen will move to its new
position. Each time pen home is pressed the two pens will switch positions (moving the most recently adjusted position) until
the On/Off button is pressed to exit pen adjust mode.
Note: Pressing the On/Off button will exit the adjustment and return the unit to normal operation. Each time the Pen
Home or On/Off button is pressed, the adjustment currently in progress will be stored. The unit will take one minute to exit Pen
Adjust Mode once the On/Off button is pressed.
LED Indicators
• AC Power with Battery Backup - Solid Green
• AC Power with Low Battery or No Battery – Solid Red
• Battery Only - Blinks Green
• Battery Only (Low Battery) – Blinks Red
User Calibration
Your instrument was carefully tested and calibrated before being shipped from the factory. For greatest accuracy, we
recommend replacing the sensor every 6-12 months (does not include N400 and N450). For re-calibration, call customer
service at [phone]. If you wish to do calibration yourself, follow these procedures
1. To activate calibration mode, turn the unit on and press and hold both the On/Off button and the Adjust-Down button
(making sure to press the Adjust-Down button first so the unit will not turn off). The led will blink in amber rapidly for about
five seconds, and turn solid green. Release the On/Off button and the Adjust-Down button, the led will then blink amber
at which point only the pen being adjusted will show on the display.
2. To raise the unit of measurement, press the Adjust-Up button. To lower the unit of measurement, press the Adjust-
Down button. Pen home switches between the red and blue pens on a two pen unit and stores the current adjustment
value.
3. When calibration is complete, press the On/Off button. Calibration is stored in memory even after you turn the unit off.
User calibration information will not be lost if AC power fails.
Note: After two hours, if no buttons are pressed, the unit will time out of user calibration and resume normal operation. The
user calibration is stored separately from the factory calibration. If you wish to cancel out your user calibration, simply enter
calibration mode and toggle through the steps without adjusting displayed readings. Exit by pressing the On/Off button.
You have now restored factory calibration.
It is recommended that you use a controlled chamber when calibrating temperature and humidity. Calibrating in
an open room is not recommended as humidity can vary greatly within a very small area.

Warranty
Dickson warrants that the products it sells will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service
for a period of twelve months after delivery. In the event of a claim under this warranty, the product or part must be returned to
the factory for repair or replacement (shipping pre-paid) with a Return Authorization Number. It will be repaired at Dickson’s
option without charge. This warranty DOES NOT cover routine calibration, pen, chart and battery replacement. The foregoing
warranty and remedy are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties either expressed or implied. Dickson shall not be liable for
consequential or incidental damages resulting from failure or malfunction of its products. Dickson makes no warranty for
products not manufactured by it or for any products modified by buyer, or subject to misuse or neglect.
Factory Service & Returns
Contact the factory (630-543-3747) for a Return Authorization (RA) Number before returning any instrument. The model
number, serial number and a purchase order number will be requested before an RA number is issued. Carefully repack the
instrument, label the outside of the box with the RA# and return the instrument (freight pre-paid) to Dickson.
All instruments that do not have the RA# clearly marked on the outside of the box will be refused.
When returning instruments for credit, please include all accessories in shipment. Calibration/Freight charges are non-
refundable.
NOTE: Dickson shall not be liable for consequential or incidental damages resulting from failure or malfunction of its products
Customer Satisfaction
Dickson takes pride in providing you, the customer, with the highest quality instrumentation. We welcome the opportunity to
help you in any way possible. Whether it be a question or a new idea in documentation, the Dickson Company would like to
hear your response. Please call our Customer Service Department at 1-800-323-2448 or [phone] (in Illinois).
Software Return Policy
IMPORTANT - Read your Software License Agreement carefully before installing software. Dickson will accept returns for
replacement of defective disks and CDs only.