BD Sensors DM01 User manual

Operating Manual
Digital gauge DM01, DM01-500, DM01-500 HD, DL01
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1. General information
1.1 Information on the operating manual
This operating manual contains important information on proper
usage of the device. Read this operating manual carefully before
installing and starting up the pressure measuring device.
Adhere to the safety notes and operating instructions which are
given in the operating manual. Additionally applicable regulations
regarding occupational safety, accident prevention as well as
national installation standards and engineering rules must be
complied with!
This operating manual is part of the device and must be kept at
a, for the personnel always accessible location, close to the
installation position of the device.
This operating manual is copyrighted. The contents of this
operating manual reflect the version available at the time of
printing. It has been issued to our best knowledge and belief.
However, errors may have occurred. For incorrect statements
and their consequences, liability cannot be assumed by BD
SENSORS.
– Technical modifications reserved –
1.2 Symbols used
DANGER! – Dangerous situation, which may result in
serious or fatal injuries
WARNING! – Potentially dangerous situation, which may
result in fatal or serious injuries
CAUTION! – Potentially dangerous situation, which may
result in minor injuries
!CAUTION! – Potentially dangerous situation, which may
result in damage of objects
NOTE – Tips and information for the user to ensure good
conditions for the operation.
1.3 Target group
WARNING! To avoid hazards for the operator and damages
of the device, following described instructions have to be
worked out by qualified technical personnel.
1.4 Limitation of liability
No liability is assumed and warranty claims are excluded in case
of non-observance of the operating manual, improper application,
modification of or damage to the device.
1.5 Intended use
- The battery powered digital gauge has been designed for
extremely high demands in the sector of calibration and test
technology. It can be easily and quickly installed in situ.
- It is in the responsibility of the user to verify whether the
chosen device is suitable for the intended application. In case
of any doubts, contact our sales department to eliminate any
indistinctness. BD SENSORS does not assume any liability for
an incorrect selection and its consequences!
- Permissible media are gases or liquids, which are compatible
with the media wetted parts described in the data sheet. In
addition it has to be ensured, that this medium is compatible
with the media wetted parts.
- The technical data listed in the current data sheet are engag-
ing. If the data sheet is not available, please order or
download it from our homepage.
(http://www.bdsensors.com)
WARNING! - Danger through improper usage!
1.6 Package contents
Please verify that all listed parts are undamaged included in the
delivery and check for consistency specified in your order.
The batteries are already used. The circuit is interrupted by an
insulation foil. Take this before first introduction, see in addition
battery change!!
1.7 UL – Approval (for devices with UL-identification)
The UL – Approval was done with respect to U.S. standards
norms which also correspond with the applicable Canadian
standards norms for safety.
Note the following points, so that devices fulfils the demands of
UL approval:
- The transmitter shall be supplied by Limited Energy Source
(per UL 61010) or NEC Class 2 Power Source.
- only indoor use
- maximum operating voltage: see technical data
- use only batteries with UL certification
2. Product identification
The manufacturing label serves for the identification of the device
for the display and the pressure transmitter module. It provides
the most important data. By the ordering code, the product can
be clearly identified.
Fig. 1 Manufacturing label
!The manufacturing label must not be removed from the
device!
3. Mechanical Installation
3.1 Mounting and safety instructions
WARNING! Mount the device (pressure transmitter module)
always in the state without pressure and apart from the dis-
play!
WARNING! This device may only be installed by qualified
technical personnel who has read and understood the
operating manual!
WARNUNG! Do not use the display to tighten or solve to
the mechanical connection of the pressure transmitter mod-
ule!
!Handle this electronic precision measuring device carefully
in packed as well as in unpacked condition!
!The device must not be subject to any changes or
modifications.
!The device may not be thrown!
!To avoid damaging the diaphragm, remove packaging and
protective cap only directly before starting up the device. A
delivered protective cap must be stored!
!Place the protective cap on the pressure port again
immediately after disassembling.
!Handle the unprotected diaphragm very carefully - it is very
sensitive and may be easily damaged.
!Do not use any force when installing the device to prevent
damage of the device and the plant!
Take note that no inadmissibly high mechanical stresses
occur at the pressure port as a result of the installation,
since this may cause a shifting of the characteristic curve or
to the demage. This is especially important for very small
pressure ranges as well as for devices with a pressure port
made of plastic.
In hydraulic systems, position the device in such a way that
the pressure port points upward (venting).
Provide a cooling line when using the device in steam lines.
3.2 General installation steps
- Carefully remove the pressure measuring device from the
package and dispose of the package properly.
- Then go ahead as detailed in the specific instructions
below.
3.3 Installation steps for DIN 3852
DO NOT USE ANY ADDITIONAL SEALING MATERIALS,
LIKE YARN, HEMP OR TEFLON TAPE!
- Check to ensure the proper groove fitting of the o-ring and
additionally to ensure no damage to the o-ring.
- Ensure that the sealing surface of the taking part is perfectly
smooth and clean. (RZ 3.2)
- Screw the device into the corresponding thread by hand.
- If you have a device with a knurled ring, the transmitter has
to be screwed in by hand only.
- Devices with a spanner flat have to be fully tightened with
an open-end Devices (G1/4": approx. 5 Nm; G1/2": approx.
10 Nm).
- The indicated tightening torques must not be
exceeded!
3.4 Installation steps for EN 837
- Use a suitable seal, corresponding to the medium and the
pressure input (e. g. a cooper gasket).
- Ensure that the sealing surface of the taking part is perfectly
smooth and clean. (RZ6.3)
- Screw the device into the corresponding thread by hand.
- Tighten it with a wrench (for G1/4": approx. 20 Nm; for
G1/2": approx. 50 Nm).
- The indicated tightening torques must not be
exceeded!
3.5 Installation steps for NPT
- Use a suitable seal (e. g. a PTFE-strip).
- Screw the device into the corresponding thread by hand.
- Tighten it with a wrench (for 1/4" NPT: approx. 30 Nm; for
1/2" NPT: approx. 70 Nm).
- The indicated tightening torques must not be
exceeded!
3.6 Installation steps for internal threads M20x1.5 and 9/16"
UNF (for DM01-500 HD)
- Screw the high pressure connection into the internal thread
of the pressure port and tighten it properly with approx. 160
Nm.
- DANGER! The high pressure tube seals metal-to-metal
in the chamfer of the pressure port. No further seal is
allowed with this high pressure connection. A wrong
installation can cause enormous danger!
4. Connection display with pressure transmitter module
Connect display with pressure transmitter module as follows:
- bring together carefully the display with pressure transmit-
ter module.
- press the display sturdy pressure transmitter module to this
engages.
5. Supply / changing the batteries
As soon as in the display the announcement of "battery" is
shown, carry out battery change as follows:
- unscrew three fixing screws with a suitable screwdriver.
- take the battery case cap and exchange the batteries 3 x
1.5 V AA (remove the insulation foil before first intro-
duction).
- lock the device after that properly
!An incorrect usage may cause a leak out of batteries and
so a damage the device!
!Never combine batteries of different types or old with new
ones!
!Make sure that the batteries are connected correctly with
the corresponding contacts in the battery tray.
!Never try to charge batteries, demount them, or short-
circuit them.
!use only batteries with UL certification
!Keep the batteries away from heat and unshielded flame.
EN
Supply Ordering code
Input Ordering code
Serialnumber
Type designation
Fig. 3 Battery case cap and communication interface
battery case
battery case cap
fixing screw
connecting cable comm. -
interface
insulation foil
protection screwing
battery
manufacturing label for display
Fig. 2 Lock against protection
lock against
protection
pressure transmit-
ter module
display
manufacturing label
for
pressure sensor module
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DM01

BA_DM0X_E_210217
Switch on
The device can be switched on with every button (left button, menu button, right button).
Menu 1/9
on / off By push the menu button the operating mode will be selected / left / ("Menu" / "Exit").
Menu 2/9
date / time / info
Setting of topical time and the topical date. Software version will be showed.
Menu 3/9
Units
Setting of
the pressure unit
adjustable units: [bar], [mbar], [PSI], [inHg], [cmHg], [mmHg], [hPa], [kPa], [MPa], [mmH2O], [mH2O], [kg/cm 2]
or [user] (the user-defined unit can be programmed only by means of the software BD|LOG), a conversation of
all pressure related parameters is carried out automatically
Setting of decimal places
adjustable decimal place: standard [Std], [+1], [+2]
Setting of the temperature unit
the unity is not adjustable. Factory setting [°C]
Menu 4/9
Min / Max Values
Displaying of Min /
Max Values
Pmin - Minimum pressure display: The minimum pressure applied during measuring is shown in the display.
Pmax - Maximum pressure display: The maximum pressure applied during measuring is shown in the display.
Tmin - Maximum pressure display: The minimum temperature during measuring is shown in the display.
Tmax - Maximum temperature display: The maximum pressure applied during measuring is shown in the display.
Possible options: reset value [Reset ?]
(Resetting of a value: select the menu point with "Edit" →button ">>" operate. There appears the question "Reset?" →once more
operate the button ">>". It seems "Sure?" additional confirmation whether the value should be put back →repeated confirming with the
button ">>" takes over topically adjoining pressure as a minimum value.)
Menu 5/9
Configuration 1
Language: Setting of user languages German [DE] or English [EN]
Measuring rate: here it is put how often the measurement is carried out and is indicated.
Possible settings are: a measurement per second [1/sec]
or two measurements per second [2/sec]
Auto Off Time: Setting of the automatic switch off in minutes. The automatic switch off is able in steps from
[1 min], [2 min], [3 min], [4 min] or [5 min]; 30 seconds before switching off the timer is
activated and indicated in the display.
By the option [Off] the device can be deactivated. After deactivation, the precision digital
gauge is in the continuous operation.
Menu /9
Configuration 2
Button settings: left button / right button
Left Button: function configurations: [Min], [Light], [Zero], [Reset]
Right Button: function configurations: [Max], [Light], [Zero], [Reset]
Function descriptions:
- [Min] / [Max] minimum / maximum pressure value will be showed
- [Light] the display backlight is activated
- [Zero] the zero point is automatically put, in the display appears
- [Reset] the opposed zero is put back, goes out
Damping: the damping can be put in 1 second steps between [1 sec] and [10 sec] or be
deactivated by option [Off]
Menu 7/9
Backlight
Backlight settings of display
On Time: the backlight duration can be put in 1 second steps between [1 sec] and [10 sec] or be
deactivated by option [Off]
Brightness: the brightness can be put into 5% of steps between [0%] and [100%]
Menu 8/9
Data Logger
Data Logger configuration
Data Logger: the following settings are possible: linearly [Linear] (value admission to the counter level 8500
is reached), cyclically ( [Loop] (
after the value is reached in 8500, the data logger automatically
begins the values once more to grasp and, besides, headlines the old values) or [Off]
(in the display appears if the data logger is activated and goes out if the data logger is off)
Interval: Intervals to the memory of the measuring values (pressure / temperature) second [1-99 sec],
minute [1-99 min], hour [1-99 hour] or day [1-99 days]
Time: Measuring value admission: in which time the measuring value admission should occur (is
only efficiently for the setting "daily").
Counter: Number of the grasped measuring values is indicated. Maximum value: 8500
(Put back counter reading: menu point with "Edit" select →button "Next" four times operate →button ">>" operate. There appears the
question "Reset?" →once more operate the button ">>". It seems "Sure?" additional confirmation whether the value should be reset →
repeated confirming with the button ">>" reset the grasped measuring values. Display announcement "Counter: 0/8500")
Menu 9/9
Sensor Data
[SN:] the standard number is indicated [Upper] Measuring area end
[Lower] Measuring area beginning [Date] Production date
Values are put by factory and are not adjustable.
Error
Display "No Sensor": display and pressure sensor module are separated.
- Left Button: if is a functional button and can be configured in the menu 6. Light-, Zero-, Reset- or Min- function can be
assigned to the button. The configured function is active in the display mode. Hold the button during
approx. 2 seconds to activate the function. In the operating mode you move in the menu system back-
ward "<<" or you reduce the set value.
- Right Button: if is a functional button and can be configured in the menu 6. Light-, Zero-, Reset- or Max- function can
be assigned to the button. . Hold the button during approx. 2 seconds to activate the function. In the op-
erating mode you move in the menu system forward ">>" or you raise the set value.
- Menu-Button: by pressure of this button "menu" you reach in the operating mode; moreover, she serves for the choice
of the single menu points "Edit" or in the confirmation the opposed worth "Next".
To the configuration of the single menu points the desired menu point is to be put with the help of the left button "<<" or right
button ">>". Confirm this afterwards with the menu button "Edit" the menu point is marked and the configuration can begin.
To store an opposed value the menu button "Next" must be also pressed. To leave the menu press the menu button so often
to the mark of the single menu point and choose with the left button "<<" or right button ">>" the menu 1 and press the menu
button once more "Exit". The operating mode will also leave after approx. 1 min automatically.
Changes become first after activity of the menu button "Next" and after abandonment of the menu point effective. With
the abandonment of the whole menu system the opposed parameters are checked once again in dependence to each
other and concerning the characteristics of the device. With the configuration of the unity a conversion of the measuring
area occurs in the new unity only after abandonment of the menu system. According to pressure area not all units can be
also used if necessary.
5.1 Data logger
The battery powered digital gauge disposes of an integrated data
logger. The measuring values stored away in the device can be
selected above the communication interface by means of
software BD|LOG (included in delivery).
5.2 PC - connection
Connect device with a computer as follows:
- unscrew the protective screwing of the communication
interface with a suitable slit screwdriver.
- connect the handle plug of the connecting cable (included
in delivery) with the interface socket of the device. Con-
nect the side with the USB plug with a free USB connec-
tion on the computer.
- install the COM driver and data logger software BD|LOG,
receive available on CD (included in delivery).
- after the use, disconnect the connection and lock the
protection screwing again properly.
6. Initial start-up
remove the insulation foil before first introduction.
WARNING! Before start-up, the user has to check for
proper installation and for any visible defects.
WARNING! The device can be started and operated by
authorized personnel only, who have read and understood
the operating manual!!
WARNING! The device has to be used within the technical
specifications, only (compare the data in the data sheet)!
7. Placing out of service
WARNING! When dismantling the device, it must always be
done in the depressurized and currentless condition! Check
also if the medium has to be drained off before dismantling!
WARNING! Depending on the medium, it may cause
danger for the user. Comply therefore with adequate
precautions for purification.
8. Operation
8.1 Operating and display elements
The display of the measuring value as well as configuring the
single parameters occurs menu-steered about a LC display
capable of graphic arts. The single functions are regulated on the
basis of three-front-sided arranged push buttons.
The menu system is closed, thereby one can "browse" forward
as well as backward by the single setting menus to reach to the
desired setting point.
8.2 Structure of the menu system
7.3 Menu list
9. Maintenance
In principle, this device is maintenance-free. If desired, the
housing of the device can be cleaned when switched of using a
damp cloth and non-aggressive cleaning solutions.
With certain media, however, the diaphragm may be polluted or
coated with deposit. It is recommended to define corresponding
service intervals for control. After placing the device out of
service correctly, the diaphragm can usually be cleaned carefully
with a non-aggressive cleaning solution and a soft brush or
sponge. If the diaphragm is calcified, it is recommended to send
the device to BD SENSORS for decalcification. Please read
therefore the chapter “Repair” below.
!A false cleaning of the device can cause an irreparable
damage on the diaphragm. Therefore never use pointed ob-
jects or pressured air for cleaning the diaphragm.
11. Service / Repair
We recommend that the instrument is regularly recalibrated by
BD SENSORS, with timeintervals of approx. 12 months.
Before you return, the device has to be cleaned carefully and
packed shatter-proofed. You have to enclose a notice of return
with detailed defect description when sending the device. If your
device came in contact with harmful substances, a declaration of
decontamination is additionally required. Appropriate forms can
be downloaded from our homepage www.bdsensors.com.
Should you dispatch a device without a declaration of
decontamination and if there are any doubts in our service
department regarding the used medium, repair will not be started
until an acceptable declaration is sent.
If the device came in contact with hazardous sub-
stances, certain precautions have to be complied with
for purification!
12. Disposal
The device must be disposed according to the
European Directives 2002/96/EG and 2003/108/EG
(on waste electrical and electronic equipment)
Waste of electrical and electronic equipment may
not be disposed by domestic refuse!
WARNING! Depending on the measuring medium, deposit
on the device may cause danger for the user and the
environment. Comply with adequate precautions for
purification and dispose of it properly.
13. Warranty conditions
The warranty conditions are subject to the legal warranty period
of 24 months from the date of delivery. In case of improper use,
modifications of or damages to the device, we do not accept
warranty claims. Damaged diaphragms will also not be accepted.
Furthermore, defects due to normal wear are not subject to
warranty services.
14. Declaration of conformity / CE
The delivered device fulfils all legal requirements. The applied
directives, harmonised standards and documents are listed in the
EC declaration of conformity, which is available online at:
http://www.bdsensors.com/products/ download/certificates.
Additionally, the operational safety is confirmed by the CE sign
on the manufacturing label.
Fig. 4 Display and operating foil
barograph
display
right button
menu - button
left button
timer / battery
pressure value
time
temperature