TESTO 512 User manual

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Contents
General notes ....................................................22
1. Safety advice......................................................23
2. Intended purpose ..............................................24
3. Product description ............................................25
3.1 Display and control elements ........................................25
3.2 Interfaces ......................................................................26
3.3 Voltage supply ..............................................................26
4. Commissioning ..................................................27
5. Operation ..........................................................28
5.1 Connecting pressure hoses, Pitot tube..........................28
5.2 Switching the instrument on / off ..................................29
5.3 Switching the display light on / off ................................29
5.4 Performing settings ......................................................29
6. Measuring ..........................................................34
7. Care and maintenance ......................................36
8. Questions and answers......................................37
9. Technical data ....................................................38
10. Accessories/spare parts ....................................39
testo 512
Digital manometer

General notes22
General notes
The documentation contains information that must be
applied if the product is to be used safely and efficiently.
Please read this documentation through carefully and
familiarise yourself with the operation of the product before
putting it to use. Keep this document to hand so that you
can refer to it when necessary.
Identification
Representation Meaning Comments
Note Offers helpful tips and information.
, 1, 2 Objective Denotes the objective that is to be
achieved via the steps described. Where
steps are numbered, you must always
follow the order given!
Condition A condition that must be met if an action
is to be carried out as described.
, 1, 2, ... Step Carry out steps. Where steps are
numbered, you must always follow the
order given!
Text Display text Text appears on the instrument display.
Control button Press the button.
- Result Denotes the result of a previous step.
Cross-reference Refers to more extensive or detailed
information.
Button

1. Safety advice 23
1. Safety advice
Avoid personal injury/damage to equipment
Do not use the measuring instrument and probes to
measure on or near live parts.
Never store the measuring instrument/probes together
with solvents and do not use any desiccants.
Product safety/preserving warranty claims
Operate the measuring instrument only within the
parameters specified in the Technical data.
Always use the measuring instrument properly and for its
intended purpose. Do not use force.
Do not expose handles and feed lines to temperatures in
excess of 70 °C unless they are expressly permitted for
higher temperatures.
Temperatures given on probes / sensors relate only to
the measuring range of the sensors.
Open the instrument only when this is expressly
described in the documentation for maintenance and
repair purposes.
Carry out only the maintenance and repair work that is
described in the documentation. Follow the prescribed
steps when doing so. For safety reasons, use only
original spare parts from Testo.
Ensure correct disposal
Take faulty rechargeable batteries/spent batteries to the
collection points provided for them.
Send the product back to Testo at the end of its useful
life. We will ensure that it is disposed of in an
environmentally friendly manner.

2. Intended purpose24
2. Intended purpose
Use the product only for those applications for which it was
designed. Ask Testo if you are in any doubt.
The testo 512 is a compact digital manometer with
temperature compensation for measuring the positive and
negative over-pressure and differential pressure of non-
aggressive gases. With the versions 2hPa, 20hPa and
200hPa, flow velocity can also be measured via a Pitot
tube.
The product was designed for the following
tasks/applications:
· Measurement on heating, ventilation and air conditioning
systems
· Customer service and maintenance work
The product should not be used in the following areas:
· Areas at risk of explosion.
· Diagnostic measurements for medical purposes

3. Product description 25
3. Product description
3.1 Display and control
elements
Overview
Infrared interface,
Pressure connection nipple
(4/6mm):
(+) positive over-pressure
(-) negative over-pressure
Display
Control buttons
Battery compartment (rear)
Button functions
Button Functions
Switch instrument on;
switch instrument off (press and hold)
Switch display light on / off
Keep reading, display
maximum/minimum value
Open/leave configuration mode (press
and hold);
In configuration mode:
Confirm input
In configuration mode:
Increase value, select option
In configuration mode:
Reduce value, select option
Print data
Carry out zeroing

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Important displays
Display Meaning
Battery capacity (bottom right in display):
· 4 segments in the battery symbol are lit: Instrument battery is fully
charged
· No segments in the battery symbol are lit: Battery is almost spent
Print function: Readings are sent to the printer
3.2 Interfaces
Infrared interface
Measurement data can be sent to a Testo printer via the
infrared interface on the head of the instrument.
Pressure connection nipple
Pressure hoses can be connected via the pressure
connection nipple at the upper end of the instrument.
3.3 Voltage supply
Voltage is supplied by means of a 9V monobloc battery
(included in delivery) or rechargeable battery. It is not
possible to run the instrument from the mains supply or
charge a rechargeable battery in the instrument.

4. Commissioning 27
4. Commissioning
Removing the protective film on the display:
Pull the protective film off carefully.
Inserting a battery/rechargeable battery:
1To open the battery compartment on the rear of the
instrument, push the lid of the battery compartment in
the direction of the arrow and remove it.
2Insert a battery/rechargeable battery (9V monobloc).
Observe the polarity!
3To close the battery compartment, replace the lid of
the battery compartment in position and push it
against the direction of the arrow.
- The instrument switches itself on.

5. Operation28
5. Operation
5.1 Connecting pressure
hoses, Pitot tube
Connecting pressure hoses:
Attach the pressure hoses (4 or 6mm) correctly
according to the mathematical signs:
· positive over-pressure measurement (+)
· negative over-pressure measurement (-)
· Differential pressure measurement (+ -)
Connecting Pitot tube (versions 2hPa, 20hPa and
200hPa only):
1Attach the pressure hoses (4 or 6mm) correctly
according to the mathematical signs:
2Attach pressure hoses to the connecting ends of the
Pitot tube:

5. Operation 29
5.2 Switching the instrument
on / off
Switching the instrument on:
Press .
- A segment test is carried out: The measurement
value display segments light up briefly (2x 8888).
- Measurement view is opened: The current reading
is displayed.
Switching the instrument off:
Press and hold (for approx. 2s) until the display
goes out.
5.3 Switching the display
light on / off
Switching the display light on/off:
The instrument is switched on.
Press .
5.4 Performing settings
1To open configuration mode:
The instrument is switched on and is in measurement
view. Hold,Max or Min are not activated.
Press and hold (for approx. 2s) until the display
changes.
- The instrument is now in configuration mode.
You can change to the next function with .
You can leave configuration mode at any time. To do
so, press and hold (for approx. 2s) until the
instrument has changed to measurement view. Any
changes that have already been made in configuration
mode will be saved.

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2Setting the unit of pressure:
The configuration modus is open, the set unit blinks.
Set the desired unit with / and confirm with
.
3Setting the parameter for the lower measurement value
line:
The parameters temperature (internal temperature
sensor) or flow (versions 2hPa, 20hPa and 200hPa only)
can be displayed in the lower measurement value line.
The configuration modus is open, °C°F lights up.
1Select the desired option with / and confirm
with :
·On: The temperature measurement value is
displayed in the lower measurement value line,
except when the display of flow measurement
value is activated (versions 2hPa, 20hPa and
200hPa only).
· OFF: The temperature measurement value is not
displayed in the lower measurement value line.
OFF is selected, Version 2000hPa:
Next handling objective 4 SET DAMPING.
OFF is selected, Versions 2hPa, 20hPa and 200hPa:
-m/s and fpmx100 light up.
Next step 3.
On is selected:
- The set temperature blinks.
2Select the desired unit with / and confirm
with :
Version 2000hPa:
Next handling objective 4 SET DAMPING.
Versions 2hPa, 20hPa and 200hPa:
-m/s and fpmx100 light up.

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3Select the desired option with / and confirm
with :
·On: The flow measurement value is displayed in the
lower measurement value line
· OFF: The flow measurement value is not displayed
in the lower measurement value line
OFF is selected:
Next handling objective 4 SET DAMPING.
On is selected:
- The set unit of flow blinks.
4Select the desired unit with / and confirm
with :
- The set air-density and the corresponding unit are
displayed.
Entering the air-density is required to calculate the flow
correctly.
5Set the value with / and confirm with :
- The set Pitot factor is displayed, Pitot factor lights
up.
The Pitot factor is dependant on the Pitot tube used.
6Set the value with / and confirm with :
4Setting damping:
When damping is activated, a moving mean value is
shown in the display, which is created from an
adjustable number of measurement values:
·1= Damping deactivated, current measurement value
is shown
·20 = Maximum damping, mean value calculation over
the last 20 measurement values.
The configuration modus is open, Damping lights up.
Set the value with / and confirm with :

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5Setting max/min pressure function:
The configuration modus is open, MaxMin lights up
Select the desired option with / and confirm
with :
·On: When printing current or recorded
measurement values, maximum and minimum
values of the parameters pressure and flow
(versions 2hPa, 20hPa und 200hPa only) are also
printed out.
· OFF: When printing current or recorded
measurement values, maximum and minimum
values of the parameters pressure and flow
(versions 2hPa, 20hPa und 200hPa only) are not
printed out.
- and the set unit of temperature light up.
6Setting temperature-pressure modus:
The configuration modus is open, and the set unit
of temperature light up.
Select the desired option with / and confirm
with :
·On: When printing current or recorded
measurement values, the temperature
measurement value is also printed out.
· OFF: When printing current or recorded
measurement values, the temperature
measurement value is not printed out.
7To set Auto Off:
Configuration mode is opened, AutoOff is lit.
Select the desired option with / and confirm
with :
·on: The measuring instrument switches off auto-
matically if no button is pressed for 10min.
Exception: A recorded reading is shown on the
display (Hold is lit).
· oFF: The measuring instrument does not switch
itself off automatically.

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8To set the date/time:
Configuration mode is opened, Year is lit.
1Use / to set the current year and confirm
with .
2Use / to set the other values for the month
(Month), day (Day) and time (Time) and confirm each
one with .
9To reset:
Configuration mode is opened, RESET is lit.
Select the desired option with / and confirm
with :
·no: Instrument is not reset.
· Yes: Instrument is reset. The instrument is reset to
the factory settings.
The setting of date/time is not reset.
- The instrument returns to measurement view.

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6. Measuring
Taking a measurement:
The instrument is switched on and is in measurement
view.
1Place the measuring instrument in the position in
which the measurement is to be made (Usage
position).
The measurement values can be falsified by a change
in the position of the measuring instrument. After
zeroing, the position of the measuring instrument
must not be changed. Carry out zeroing before every
measurement in order to compensate faulty
positioning or long-term zero-point drift. Zeroing is
only possible in a range of 0...25% of the measuring
range.
2Carry out zeroing with open pressure connections:
press .
3Attach pressure hoses to the pressure system or
position the Pitot tube, and read measurement values.
Holding the reading, displaying the maximum/minimum
value:
The current pressure/flow measurement value can be
fixed. The maximum and minimum values of the
parameters pressure and flow (since the last time the
instrument was switched on) can be displayed.
Press several times until the desired value is
displayed.
- The following are displayed in turn:
·Hold: the recorded reading
·Max: Maximum value
·Min: Minimum value
· The current reading

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Resetting the maximum/minimum values:
The maximum/minimum values of all channels can be
reset to the current reading.
1Press several times until Max or Min lights up.
2Press and hold (approx. 2s).
- All maximum or minimum values are reset to the
current reading.
Printing readings:
A Testo printer is required (accessory part).
When printing current or recorded measurement
values, maximum and minimum values of the
parameters pressure and flow (versions 2hPa, 20hPa
und 200hPa only) are also printed out.
See the chapter PERFORMING SETTINGS.
Press .

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7. Care and maintenance
Cleaning the housing:
Clean the housing with a moist cloth (soap suds) if it
is dirty. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or
solvents!
Changing the battery/rechargeable battery:
The instrument is switched off.
1To open the battery compartment on the rear of the
instrument, push the lid of the battery compartment in
the direction of the arrow and remove it.
2Remove the spent battery/rechargeable battery and
insert a new battery/rechargeable battery
(9 V monobloc). Observe the polarity!
3To close the battery compartment, replace the lid of
the battery compartment in position and push it
against the direction of the arrow.
Instrument settings can be lost if the electricity supply is
interrupted.
4Check instrrument settings.
See the chapter PERFORMING SETTINGS.

8. Questions and answers 37
8. Questions and answers
Question Possible causes Possible solution
is lit (bottom right · Instrument battery is · Replace instrument
in display). almost spent. battery.
Instrument switches · Auto Off function · Switch function off.
itself off automatically. is switched on.
· Residual capacity · Replace battery.
of battery is too low.
Display: uuuuu · Permitted measuring range · Keep to permitted
was undershot. measuring range.
Display: ooooo · Permitted measuring range · Keep to permitted
was exceeded. measuring range.
If we are unable to answer your question, please contact
your dealer or Testo Customer Service. Contact details can
be found on the guarantee card or on the Internet under
.

9. Technical data38
9. Technical data
Characteristic Value
All Versions:
Measurement parameters Pressure (hPa, kPa, psi, inH2O, mmHg, inHg, mmH2O
Versions 2hPa, 20hPa, 200hPa only: Pa)
Temperature (°C, °F)
Versions 2hPa, 20hPa, 200hPa only:
Flow (m/s, fpmx100)
Measuring range 0...+60°C/32...+140°F
temperature
Resolution 0.1°C, 0.1°F
temperature
Working temperature 0...+60°C / 32...+140°F
Storage temperature -10...+70°C / 14...+158°F
Accuracy pressure 0,5% of final value ±1 Digit (22°C/71.6°F)
Accuracy temperature ±3°C / 5,4°F ±1 Digit
Measurement medium Non-aggressive gases
Messrate 2/s
Voltage supply 1x 9V monobloc battery/rech. battery
Battery life approx. 120h (Display illumination off)
Protection class with TopSafe (accessory part) and attached pressure
hoses: IP65
EC Directive 89/336/EEC
Warranty 2 years
Version 2hPa:
Meas. range press. 0...+2hPa
Resolution press. 0.001hPa
Overload press. ±10hPa
Meas. range flow 2...17.5m/s, 3.95...34.45fpm
Resolution flow 0.1m/s, 0.1fpmx100
Version 20hPa:
Meas. range press. 0...+20hPa
Resolution press. 0.01hPa
Overload press. ±200hPa
Meas. range flow 5...55m/s, 9.85...108.3fpm
Resolution flow 0.1m/s, 0.1fpmx100
Version 200hPa:
Meas. range press. 0...+200hPa
Resolution press. 0.1hPa
Overload press. ±2000hPa
Meas. range flow 10...100m/s, 19.7...196.9fpm
Resolution flow 0.1m/s, 0.1fpmx100
Version 2000hPa:
Meas. range press. 0...+2000hPa
Resolution press. 1hPa
Overload press. ±4000hPa

10. Accessories/spare parts 39
10. Accessories/
spare parts
Name Part no.
Connection hose, silicon, 5m, up to 700hPa 0554 0440
Pitot tube, 350mm 0635 2145
Hose connection set incl. silicon hose 0554 0315
TopSafe testo 512, protection from dirt and knocks 0516 0221
Testo report printer with IRDA and infrared interface
1 roll thermo paper and 4 mignon batteries 0554 0547
For a complete list of all accessories and spare parts,
please refer to the product catalogues and brochures or
look up our website: www.testo.com

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