Pro TM1018 User manual

Product Manual
MNX10013 REV C
MODEL TM1018
Accelerometer Verification Meter

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Section I
Overview
Introduction.................................................................................….… 2
Description.......................................................................................... 2
Section II
Installation
Connecting the TM1018..................................................................... 3
Section III
Operation
Turning on the TM1018...................................................................... 4
Circuit Integrity (LED Readout)........................................................... 4
Diagnostic Check List......................................................................... 4
Bias Voltage LCD Readout................................................................. 4
Section IV
Maintenance
Battery Life......................................................................................... 5
General............................................................................................... 5
Warranty............................................................................................. 5
Contents

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Introduction
This document contains information on the operation, installation and
maintenance of accelerometers and hardware. This manual is an overview of the
system and references the specific component manuals. User manuals are
provided with the system for all configurable internal components.
Description
The TM1018 meter indicates if your accelerometer, cable and/or switch box is in
working condition. It will also display the exact voltage of your accelerometer.
Section I
Overview

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Connecting the TM1018
Your TM1018 Test Meter comes supplied with 3 cables for connection. Each
cable has a BNC plug to connect to the top of the Test Meter. The other end of
the cable terminates as follows:
•A 2 socket connector with a seal tight boot- Use this cable for connecting
directly to your sensor or to the output of a CTC Switch Box (Model SB102
or SB202).
•A BNC plug - Use this connector when connecting to a CTC Junction or
Cable Termination Box.
•Two tinned leads - Use this connector when connecting to a terminal strip
on a CTC Junction Box.
Section II
Installation

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Turning on the TM1018
Turn on the TM1018 Verification Meter by moving the switch to the ‘I’ position.
Circuit Integrity (LED Readout) – Diagnostic Check List
Normal: Indicates that the accelerometer is connected properly
Green Light and that the accelerometer is within operating
specifications. Typical voltage display will be between 4
and 16 volts. Operating voltage for most sensors is
between 10-14 volts.
NOTE: A displayed voltage lower than 10 volts, but
still displaying a Green Light, may mean that the
sensor connectors have been exposed to water or
other contaminents. Check the sensor connections.
Open Circuit: A) The cable connector is not connected properly
Yellow Light B) The cable is open circuit (cable is broken or not
connected)
C) The accelerometer is non functioning properly
D) The polarity is reversed. Check your wiring in your
junction box or the wire leads of the cable.
Typical voltage display for an open circuit will be above 16
volts.
Short Circuit: A) Wires in the switch box or cable connector are touching.
Red Light B) Contamination in the connector
Typical voltage for a short circuit will be below 4 volts.
Bias Voltage LCD Readout
The displayed readout is the exact bias voltage value that the accelerometer is
using to operate. In the event that the LED lights indicate an open or short
condition, the bias voltage may be useful in determining the failure mode.
CTC Technical Assistance will be able to use the information from the bias meter
readout to provide failure mode indications. If the accelerometer is in suspect of
proper operating condition, this portion of the meter may be used to track the
bias voltage of the accelerometer over time. If the voltage is consistently rising or
falling, this is the leading indicator of accelerometer failure and you should call
CTC at 1-585-924-5900 for assistance.
Section III
Operation

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Battery Life
The TM1018 uses a standard 9 volt battery (Type IEC 6CR61) and is installed in
the battery compartment in the bottom of the case.
Typical life for a fresh alkaline battery will be 90 hours with no sensor attached
and 36 hours with a sensor attached.
The LED will display ‘LOBAT’ for a low battery warning and will operate for
approximately 1 hour before the end of battery life.
General
Aside from battery replacement, there are no customer replaceable parts. The
device should provide trouble-free continuous service under normal operating
conditions.
Warranty
If any PRO product should ever fail, we will repair or replace it at no charge, as
long as the product was not subjected to misuse, natural disasters, improper
installation or modification which caused the defect.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Connection Technology Center, Inc (CTC)
7939 Rae Blvd.
Victor, NY 14564
1-800-999-5290 (US & Canada) 1-585-924-5900 (International)
[email protected] – www.ctconline.com
Section IV
Maintenance