Sierra Instruments Instruction Manual SmartTrak®100 Series
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction.....................................................................................................5
Welcome to the future of gas flow measurement! .................................................................5
Using This Manual.................................................................................................................5
Safety Information..................................................................................................................6
Receipt of your instrument.....................................................................................................7
The SmartTrak Flow Sensing Principle .................................................................................9
Chapter 2: Installation......................................................................................................11
Before You Begin Installation..............................................................................................12
Pre-Installation Check List...................................................................................................12
Installing the Instrument—Plumbing...................................................................................13
Compression Fittings............................................................................................................14
VCO Fittings ........................................................................................................................14
VCR Fittings.........................................................................................................................14
1/4 Inch Female NPT ...........................................................................................................15
Installing your Instrument—Mechanical Mounting.............................................................15
Installing your Instrument—Electrical Connections............................................................17
Figure 2-3: HD DB-15 Connector Pin Configuration (on the instrument) ..........................18
Figure 2-4: Wiring Definitions for Optional Communication Cable...................................18
Figure 2-5: Power Supply Requirements .............................................................................20
Chapter 3: Analog Operation .........................................................................................23
Analog Operation, Mass Flow Controller............................................................................24
SmartTrak Features ..............................................................................................................25
Setpoint Adjustment.............................................................................................................25
Changing the Output or Setpoint Signals.............................................................................25
Over-Range Condition .........................................................................................................25
Manual Valve Override—Valve Close ................................................................................25
Manual Valve Override—Valve Purge Function.................................................................26
Important Notes About Purging...........................................................................................26
Purging Non-Reactive Gases: ..............................................................................................26
Purging Reactive Gases:.......................................................................................................26
Chapter 4: Digital Operation with Pilot Module...........................................................28
Introduction to Pilot Module Features and Capabilities.......................................................28
Pilot Module Operation, Mass Flow Meters........................................................................29
Pilot Module Operation, Mass Flow Controllers:................................................................30
Making Changes Using the Lower Level Screens:......................................................................38
Lost Passwords and General Customer Service:........................................................................47