Fluke 753 User manual

July 2011
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753/754
Documenting Process Calibrator
Users Manual

LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
This Fluke product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This
warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or
abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on Fluke’s behalf.
To obtain service during the warranty period, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return
authorization information, then send the product to that Service Center with a description of the problem.
THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY. NO OTHER WARRANTIES, SUCH AS FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. FLUKE IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. Since some states or countries
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential damages, this limitation of
liability may not apply to you.
Fluke Corporation
P.O. Box 9090
Everett, WA 98206-9090
U.S.A.
Fluke Europe B.V.
P.O. Box 1186
5602 BD Eindhoven
The Netherlands
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Table of Contents
Title Page
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
How to Contact Fluke..................................................................................................... 1
Safety Information .......................................................................................................... 2
Standard Equipment....................................................................................................... 5
Functions........................................................................................................................ 8
Get Started..................................................................................................................... 10
Operation Features ........................................................................................................ 12
Input and Output Jacks.............................................................................................. 12
Buttons ...................................................................................................................... 14
Display....................................................................................................................... 17
Strap and Stand......................................................................................................... 20
The Battery..................................................................................................................... 21
Charge the Battery .................................................................................................... 21
Battery Charge Level................................................................................................. 22
Battery Life ................................................................................................................ 22

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Preserve Battery Life ................................................................................................ 24
The Battery Charger ................................................................................................. 24
Display Languages ........................................................................................................ 25
Display Intensity............................................................................................................. 25
Date and Time ............................................................................................................... 25
The Backlight ................................................................................................................. 27
Personalize the Product................................................................................................. 27
Measure Mode............................................................................................................... 28
Measurement Ranges............................................................................................... 28
Electrical Parameter Measurement........................................................................... 29
Continuity Test .......................................................................................................... 31
Pressure Measurement............................................................................................. 31
Temperature Measurement ...................................................................................... 35
Thermocouple Use............................................................................................... 35
Resistance-Temperature Detectors (RTDs) ......................................................... 38
Measurement Scale .................................................................................................. 42
Linear-Output Transmitters .................................................................................. 42
Square-Law Process Variables ............................................................................ 42
Measure or Source with Custom Units...................................................................... 43
Using the 700-IV Current Shunt ................................................................................ 43
Damping Measurements........................................................................................... 44
Source Mode ................................................................................................................. 44
Source Electrical Parameters ................................................................................... 44
4 to 20 mA Transmitter Simulation............................................................................ 47
Supply Loop Power................................................................................................... 49
Source Pressure ....................................................................................................... 51
Thermocouple Simulation ......................................................................................... 54
RTD Simulation......................................................................................................... 55
Source Temperature with a Hart Scientific Drywell ................................................... 58

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Source Scale ............................................................................................................. 60
Linear-Responding Transmitters........................................................................... 60
Square-Root Process Variables............................................................................ 60
Step and Ramp the Output Value.............................................................................. 61
Manual Step Use .................................................................................................. 61
Auto Step Use....................................................................................................... 61
Ramp the Output .................................................................................................. 62
Simultaneous Measure/Source ...................................................................................... 65
Process Instrument Calibration ...................................................................................... 68
Generate “As Found” Test Data ................................................................................ 68
Transmitter Adjustment ............................................................................................. 73
“As Left” Test Run ..................................................................................................... 74
Test Comments ......................................................................................................... 74
Calibrate a Delta-Pressure Flow Instrument .............................................................. 74
Switch Calibration...................................................................................................... 75
Transmitter Mode ........................................................................................................... 78
Memory Operations........................................................................................................ 79
Save Results ............................................................................................................. 79
Review the Memory................................................................................................... 82
Log Data.................................................................................................................... 82
Record Min and Max Measurements......................................................................... 85
Run a Preloaded Task............................................................................................... 86
Clear the Memory...................................................................................................... 86
The Calculator ................................................................................................................ 86
Save to and Recall from the Registers ...................................................................... 87
Use the Calculator to Set the Source Value .............................................................. 87
Quick Guide to Applications ........................................................................................... 87
Communication with a PC .............................................................................................. 100
Maintenance................................................................................................................... 100

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Battery Replacement ................................................................................................ 100
Clean the Product ..................................................................................................... 100
Calibration Data ........................................................................................................ 101
In Case of Difficulty ................................................................................................... 101
Service Center Calibration or Repair ........................................................................ 101
User-Replaceable Parts................................................................................................. 101
Accessories ................................................................................................................... 103
Specifications ................................................................................................................ 105
General Specifications................................................................................................... 105
Environmental Specifications .................................................................................... 105
Standards and Agency Approval Specifications........................................................ 106
Detailed Specifications .................................................................................................. 106
DC mV Measurement ............................................................................................... 106
DC Voltage Measurement......................................................................................... 107
AC Voltage Measurement......................................................................................... 107
DC Current Measurement......................................................................................... 108
Resistance Measurement ......................................................................................... 108
Continuity Testing ..................................................................................................... 108
Frequency Measurement .......................................................................................... 109
±DC Voltage Output.................................................................................................. 109
+DC Current Source ................................................................................................. 110
+DC Current Simulate (External Loop Power) .......................................................... 110
Resistance Sourcing ................................................................................................. 110
Frequency Sourcing.................................................................................................. 111
Temperature, Thermocouples................................................................................... 112
Temperature, Resistance Temperature Detectors .................................................... 114
Loop Power............................................................................................................... 115

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List of Tables
Table Title Page
1. Symbols................................................................................................................................. 4
2. Summary of Source and Measure Functions ........................................................................ 9
3. Input/Output Jacks and Connectors ...................................................................................... 12
4. Buttons .................................................................................................................................. 15
5. Elements of a Typical Display ............................................................................................... 19
6. Typical Battery Life................................................................................................................ 22
7. Thermocouple Types Accepted............................................................................................. 36
8. RTD Types Accepted ............................................................................................................ 38
9. Simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE Functions with Loop Power Disabled........................... 66
10. Simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE Functions with Loop Power Enabled............................ 67
11. Duration Limits ...................................................................................................................... 83
12. Replacement Parts................................................................................................................ 102

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List of Figures
Figure Title Page
1. Standard Equipment.............................................................................................................. 6
2. Jumper Connections ............................................................................................................. 11
3. Measure/Source Example ..................................................................................................... 11
4. Input/Output Jacks and Connectors ...................................................................................... 13
5. Buttons .................................................................................................................................. 14
6. Elements of a Typical Display ............................................................................................... 18
7. Stand Use and Strap Attachment .......................................................................................... 20
8. Battery Removal and Charger Use........................................................................................ 23
9. Time and Date Display .......................................................................................................... 26
10. Edit the Date Format ............................................................................................................. 26
11. Personalize the Product ........................................................................................................ 27
12. Electrical Measurement Connections .................................................................................... 30
13. Gage and Differential Pressure Modules............................................................................... 32
14. Pressure Measurement Connections .................................................................................... 34
15. Temperature Measurement with a Thermocouple................................................................. 37

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16. Correct Jumper Use.............................................................................................................. 40
17. Temperature Measurement with an RTD.............................................................................. 41
18. Electrical Source Connections .............................................................................................. 46
19. Connections fo Simulate a 4 to 20 mA Transmitter............................................................... 48
20. Connections to Supply Loop Power...................................................................................... 50
21. Connections to Source Pressure .......................................................................................... 53
22. Connections to Simulate a Thermocouple ............................................................................ 56
23. Connections to Simulate an RTD.......................................................................................... 57
24. Source Temperature with Drywell......................................................................................... 59
25. Ramp Screen........................................................................................................................ 63
26. Check a Relay Output Trip Alarm ......................................................................................... 64
27. Measure and Source Screen ................................................................................................ 65
28. Process Instrument Calibration Screen................................................................................. 69
29. Process Instrument Calibration Screen 2.............................................................................. 69
30. Calibrate a Thermocouple Temperature Transmitter ............................................................ 70
31. Calibration Parameters Screen............................................................................................. 71
32. Measure and Source Screen for Calibration ......................................................................... 72
33. Error Summary Screen ......................................................................................................... 72
34. As Left Data Screen.............................................................................................................. 74
35. Switch Terminology .............................................................................................................. 75
36. Saved Data Screen............................................................................................................... 80
37. Additional Data Input Screen ................................................................................................ 80
38. Alphanumeric Entry Window................................................................................................. 81
39. Memory Review Screen........................................................................................................ 82
40. Data Log Parameters Screen ............................................................................................... 82
41. Start Logging Screen ............................................................................................................ 84
42. Min Max Screen.................................................................................................................... 85
43. Chart Recorder Calibration ................................................................................................... 88
44. Voltage Drop Measurement .................................................................................................. 88

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45. Monitor AC Line Voltage and Frequency............................................................................... 89
46. Current-to-Pressure (I/P) Transmitter Calibration.................................................................. 90
47. Output Current of a Transmitter Measurement...................................................................... 91
48. Precision Resistor Measurement........................................................................................... 92
49. Resistance Source ................................................................................................................ 92
50. Checking a Switch................................................................................................................. 93
51. Tachometer Examination....................................................................................................... 93
52. Analog and HART Pressure Transmitter Connection ............................................................ 94
53. mV to Current Transmitter Calibration................................................................................... 95
54. Vortex Sheding Flowmeter Check ......................................................................................... 96
55. HART and Analog RTD Transmitter Connections ................................................................. 97
56. Analog and HART Thermocouple Transmitter Connections.................................................. 98
57. Transmitter HART- Comm Only ............................................................................................ 99

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Introduction
The 753 and 754 Documenting Process Calibrators (the
Product) are battery-powered, hand-held instruments that
measure and source electrical and physical parameters. In
addition, the 754 supplies basic HARTcommunicator
functions when used with HART-capable transmitters. See
the 754 HART Mode Users Guide for instructions on how to
use the HART communication feature.
The Product helps troubleshoot, calibrate, verify, and
document work performed on process instruments.
Note
All figures in this manual show the 754.
How to Contact Fluke
To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone
numbers:
•Technical Support USA: 1-800-44-FLUKE
(1-800-443-5853)
•Calibration/Repair USA: 1-888-99-FLUKE
(1-888-993-5853)
•Canada: 1-800-36-FLUKE (1-800-363-5853)
•Europe: [phone]
•Japan: [phone]
•Singapore: [phone]
•Anywhere in the world: [phone]
Or, visit Fluke's website at www.fluke.com.
To register your product, visit http://register.fluke.com.
To view, print, or download the latest manual supplement,
visit http://us.fluke.com/usen/support/manuals.
The latest software trial version of DPCTrack2 can be
downloaded at www.fluke.com/DPCTrack. For more
information see “Communication with a PC”.
753/754 Accessories can be found at
www.fluke.com/process_acc.

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Safety Information
A Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose
hazards to the user; a Caution identifies conditions and
actions that may damage the Product or the equipment
under test.
 Warning
To prevent personal injury, use the Product
only as specified, or the protection supplied by
the Product can be compromised.
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or
personal injury:
•Read all safety Information before you use
the Product.
•Carefully read all instructions.
•Use only correct measurement category
(CAT), voltage, and amperage rated
probes, test leads, and adapters for the
measurement.
•The battery must be locked in place before
you operate the Product.
•Recharge the battery when the low battery
indicator shows to prevent incorrect
measurements.
•Do not apply more than the rated voltage,
between the terminals or between each
terminal and earth ground.
•Limit operation to the specified
measurement category, voltage, or
amperage ratings.
•Do not exceed the Measurement Category
(CAT) rating of the lowest rated individual
component of a Product, probe, or
accessory.
•Measure a known voltage first to make
sure that the Product operates correctly.
•Do not touch voltages > 30 V ac rms, 42 V
ac peak, or 60 V dc.
•Do not use the Product around explosive
gas, vapor, or in damp or wet
environments.
•Do not use and disable the Product if it is
damaged.
•Do not use the Product if it operates
incorrectly.
•Keep fingers behind the finger guards on
the probes.
•Remove all probes, test leads, and
accessories that are not necessary for the
measurement.
•Only use probes, test leads, and
accessories that have the same
measurement category, voltage, and
amperage ratings as the Product.

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•Connect the common test lead before the
live test lead and remove the live test lead
before the common test lead.
•Use only current probes, test leads, and
adapters supplied with the Product.
•Do not touch the probes to a voltage
source when the test leads are connected
to the current terminals.
•Use only cables with correct voltage
ratings.
•Do not use test leads if they are damaged.
Examine the test leads for damaged
insulation, exposed metal, or if the wear
indicator shows. Check test lead
continuity.
•Examine the case before you use the
Product. Look for cracks or missing
plastic. Carefully look at the insulation
around the terminals.

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Symbols used on the Product and in this manual are explained in Table 1.
Table 1. Symbols
Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning
Earth ground Common (LO) Input equipotentiality
AC- alternating current Conforms to relevant North American Safety
Standards.
DC- direct current Conforms to European Union directives.
Risk of danger. Important information.
See manual. Pressure
Hazardous voltage. Risk of electrical
shock. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted
municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s website for
recycling information.
Application around and removal from
HAZARDOUS LIVE conductors is
permitted. Conforms to relevant Australian standards.
Double insulated German certifying body.
CAT II CAT II equipment is designed to protect against transients from energy-consuming equipment supplied from
the fixed installation, such as TVs, PCs, portable tools, and other household appliances.

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Standard Equipment
Items included with the Product are listed below and
shown in Figure 1. If the Product is damaged or
something is missing, contact the place of purchase
immediately.
•Battery with integrated charger/power supply and
international adapters
•Printed multilingual 753/754 Getting Started Manual
•753/754 Manual CD containing multilingual Users
Manuals
•Three sets of TP220-1 test probes
•Three sets of 75X industrial test leads with stackable
ends
•Three pairs of 754 Alligator Clip Set (extended tooth)
•Two sets of AC280 Suregrip Hook Clips (red and
black)
•Adjustable quick-release strap
•Jumper for three-wire RTD measurement
connections
•USB Cable: 6 ft. type A to type mini-B
•HART communications cable (754)
•Calibration Manual (available from Fluke’s website)
•Sample DPCTrack2 application software
•NIST-traceable Certificate of Calibration
•TC Input Cap

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Fluke-75X-Stackable
Test Lead Set (3 Red and 3 Black)
Jumper
TC Cap
TP220-1
Test Probe
(3 Red and 3 Black)
Strap
754-8016,
Alligator Clip Set
(3 Red and 3 Black)
AC280 SureGripTM
Hook Clip Set
(2 Red and 2 Black)
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Figure 1. Standard Equipment

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753/754 Getting
Started
753/754 Manuals
CD
DPCTrack2
CD
Lithium Ion
Battery Pack
USB Cable
HART
Communication
Cable
Battery Charger/Universal Power Supply
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Figure 1. Standard Equipment (cont)

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Functions
A summary of functions supplied by the Product is shown in
Table 2. More features include:
•Analog display for easy to read measurements when
inputs are unstable.
•Localized display (5 languages). See “Display
Languages”.
•Thermocouple (TC) input/output jack and internal
isothermal block with automatic reference-junction
temperature compensation. Or manually record an
external temperature reference.
•Test results storage.
•Data logging. Automatically log up to 8,000 data points.
•A USB computer interface to upload or download tasks,
lists, and results.
•Automatic calibration procedures for transmitters and
limit switches when you use split screen
MEASURE/SOURCE mode.
•Transmitter mode in which the Product can be
configured to emulate the functions of a process
instrument.
•Calculator feature with square-root function, and
accessible registers that contain measure and source
values.
•Damp feature (smoothes the last several readings),
with display indicator of damped status.
•Display of measurements in engineering units, percent
of scale, square-law inputs, or custom units.
•Min/Max feature captures and shows minimum and
maximum measured levels.
•Set source values to engineering units, percent of
scale, square-law outputs, or custom units.
•Manual and automatic stepping and an output ramp
feature for testing limit switches. Trip detect is either a 1
V change or a continuity status change (Open or Short)
from one ramp increment to the next.
For performance testing and calibration instructions,
download the 753/754 Calibration Manual from Fluke’s
website