Fluke 718-100US User manual

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718 Series
Pressure Calibrator
Users Manual
July 1998 Rev. 4, 3/06
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Table of Contents
Title Page
Introduction..................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Information .......................................................................................................... 2
Getting Acquainted with the Calibrator ........................................................................... 6
Power Saver.............................................................................................................. 6
Switch Test..................................................................................................................... 8
Zeroing with Absolute Pressure Modules ....................................................................... 9
Calibrating a P/I Transmitter........................................................................................... 10
Using the Internal Pump ............................................................................................ 10
Pump Valve Assembly Cleaning Instructions ................................................................. 15
Using an External Pump................................................................................................. 16
External Fluke Pressure Module Compatibility ............................................................... 18
Sourcing Loop Voltage ................................................................................................... 19
Percent Error Setup........................................................................................................ 19
Maintenance................................................................................................................... 20
In Case of Difficulty.................................................................................................... 20
Cleaning .................................................................................................................... 20
Calibration ................................................................................................................. 20
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Replacing the Batteries ............................................................................................. 21
Parts and Accessories ................................................................................................... 22
Specifications................................................................................................................. 25
Pressure Sensor Input .............................................................................................. 25
Pressure Module Input .............................................................................................. 25
DC mA Input ............................................................................................................. 25
Loop Supply .............................................................................................................. 25
General Specifications .............................................................................................. 26
How to Contact Fluke..................................................................................................... 27
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List of Tables
Table Title Page
1. Input Units ............................................................................................................................. 2
2. Safety Information ................................................................................................................. 3
3. International Electrical Symbols............................................................................................. 5
4. Pushbutton Functions............................................................................................................ 7
5. Pump Features...................................................................................................................... 10
6. Recommended Pressure Modules ........................................................................................ 14
7. Fluke Pressure Module Compatibility .................................................................................... 18
8. Replacement Parts................................................................................................................ 22
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List of Figures
Figure Title Page
1. Connection Technique........................................................................................................... 5
2. Front Panel Features............................................................................................................. 6
3. Pump Features...................................................................................................................... 9
4. Internal Pressure Sensor with Internal Pump ........................................................................ 12
5. Pressure Module with Internal Pump..................................................................................... 13
6. Pressure Module with External Pump.................................................................................... 17
7. Sourcing Loop Voltage .......................................................................................................... 19
8. Battery Replacement............................................................................................................. 21
9. Replacement Parts................................................................................................................ 24
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Pressure Calibrator
Introduction
The Fluke 718 Series Pressure Calibrators do the
following:
•Calibrate P/I (pressure to current) transmitters
•Measure pressure via a 1/8-inch NPT pressure fitting
and an internal pressure sensor or via a Fluke 700
Series Pressure Module
•Source pressure
•Measure current up to 24 mA
•Simultaneously display pressure and current
measurements.
•Supply loop voltage
•Calculate mA percentage in Percent Mode
•Calculate mA error % in Percent Error Mode
The 718 Pressure Calibrators (hereafter, “the Calibrator”)
include:
•718 1G
•718 30G
•718 100G
•718 300G
The Calibrator makes 5-digit pressure readings in the
following units: psi, inH2O at 4 °C, inH2O at 20 °C, kPa,
cmH2O at 4 °C, cmH2O at 20 °C, bar, mbar, kg/cm2, inHg,
and mmHg.
Pressure sensor specifications are as listed under
“Pressure Sensor Input”.
The Calibrator measures pressure sensor inputs in the
units shown in Table 1.
For pressure modules, full scale readings for all pressure
ranges can be made in psi, kPa, and inHg units. To avoid
display overflow, full scale readings are limited to 1000 psi
in cmH2O, mbar, and mmHg units, and 3000 psi in inH2O
units. Pressures of at least 15 psi must be measured for
meaningful readings in bar and kg/cm2units.
Your Calibrator is supplied with a holster, two installed 9 V
alkaline batteries, one set of TL75 test leads, one set of
AC70A alligator clips, one 700-ILF In-Line Filter (to protect
the pump), a Product Overview Manual, and a CD-Rom.
If the Calibrator is damaged or something is missing,
contact the place of purchase immediately. Contact your
Fluke distributor for information about accessories. See
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“How to Contact Fluke.” To order replacement parts or
spares, see “Parts and Accessories.”
Table 1. Input Units
Displayed Pressure Units
psi
inH2O at 4°C
inH2O at 20°C
cmH2O at 4°C
cmH2O at 20°C
bar
mbar
kPa
inHg
mmHg
kg/cm2
Safety Information
Use the Calibrator only as specified in this Users Manual,
otherwise the protection provided by the Calibrator may be
impaired.
A Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose
hazard(s) to the user; a Caution identifies conditions and
actions that may damage the Calibrator or the equipment
under test.
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Table 2. Safety Information
XW Warning
To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury:
•Never apply more than 30 V between the mA terminals, or between either of the mA terminals and earth
ground.
•Do not use the Calibrator to make measurements in a CAT II, CAT III, or a CAT IV environment.
CAT I equipment is designed to protect against transient from high-voltage, low-energy sources, such
as electronic circuits or a copy machine
•Remove the test leads from the Calibrator before you open the battery door.
•Make sure the battery door is closed and latched before you operate the Calibrator.
•Do not operate the Calibrator if it is damaged.
•Do not operate the Calibrator around explosive gas, vapor, or dust.
•When using probes, keep fingers behind the finger guards on the probes.
•Use only two 9 V batteries, properly installed in the Calibrator case, to power the Calibrator.
•Follow all equipment safety procedures.
•Turn off circuit power before connecting the Calibrator mA and COM terminals in the circuit. Place
Calibrator in series with the circuit.
•When servicing the Calibrator, use only specified replacement parts.
•Do not allow water inside the case.
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Table 2. Safety Information (cont.)
XW Warning
•To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock or personal injury, replace the
battery as soon as the battery indicator Bappears.
•To avoid a violent release of pressure in a pressurized system, shut off the valve and slowly bleed off
the pressure before you attach or detach the internal pressure sensor or pressure module fitting to the
pressure line.
•To avoid over pressure damages, do not apply pressure that exceeds the limits listed in the Pressure
Specifications table in the “Specifications” section.
•To avoid mechanically damaging the Calibrator, do not apply torque between the pressure fitting and
the Calibrator case. See Figure 1 for the proper use of tools.
•To avoid misleading readings, disconnect the pressure module connector at the Calibrator.
•To avoid damage to the pressure module, refer to the related Instruction Sheet.
•To avoid damage to the pump, use with dry air and non-corrosive gases only. Check test leads for
continuity before using. Inspect Calibrator for cracks or damage, do not use the probes if they are
damaged or show high resistance.
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Figure 1. Connection Technique
Table 3. International Electrical Symbols
Symbol Meaning
J Earth ground
I Fuse
M Battery
W Refer to this instruction sheet for
information about this feature.
X Hazardous voltage. Risk of electric
shock.
T Double insulated
) Conforms to relevant Canadian
Standards Association directives.
P Conforms to relevant European Union
directives
f Pressure
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