Atec Fluke-724 User Manual

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Temperature Calibrator

Users Manual
®
February 2000 Rev.1, 8/03
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Table of Contents

Title Page
Introduction....................................................................................................................1
Contacting Fluke............................................................................................................ 1
Standard Equipment...................................................................................................... 3
Safety Information.......................................................................................................... 3
Getting Acquainted with the Calibrator.......................................................................... 8
Input and Output Terminals ...................................................................................... 8
Keys.......................................................................................................................... 10
Display...................................................................................................................... 13
Getting Started .............................................................................................................. 14
Shut Down Mode........................................................................................................... 14
Contrast Adjustment...................................................................................................... 16
Using Measure Mode..................................................................................................... 17
Measuring Electrical Parameters (Upper Display).................................................... 17
Current Measurement with Loop Power.................................................................... 17
Measuring Electrical Parameters (Lower Display).................................................... 19
Measuring Temperature............................................................................................ 20
Using Thermocouples.......................................................................................... 20
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Using Resistance-Temperature Detectors (RTDs)............................................... 23
Using Source Mode........................................................................................................ 26
Sourcing Electrical Parameters................................................................................. 26
Simulating Thermocouples........................................................................................ 27
Simulating RTDs........................................................................................................ 27
Setting 0 % and 100 % Output Parameters................................................................... 30
Stepping and Ramping the Output................................................................................. 30
Manually Stepping the Output................................................................................... 30
Auto Ramping the Output.......................................................................................... 31
Storing and Recalling Setups ......................................................................................... 31
Calibrating a Transmitter................................................................................................ 32
Testing an Output Device............................................................................................... 34
Replacing the Batteries.................................................................................................. 35
Replacing the Fuse........................................................................................................ 35
Maintenance................................................................................................................... 36
Cleaning the Calibrator.............................................................................................. 36
Service Center Calibration or Repair......................................................................... 36
Replacement Parts.................................................................................................... 37
Specifications................................................................................................................. 39
DC Voltage Measurement......................................................................................... 39
DC Voltage Source.................................................................................................... 39
DC mA Measurement................................................................................................ 39
Ohms Measurement.................................................................................................. 40
Ohms Source............................................................................................................. 40
Millivolt Measurement and Source*........................................................................... 41
Temperature, Thermocouples................................................................................... 41
Temperature, RTD Ranges, and Accuracies (ITS-90)............................................... 42
Loop Power Supply................................................................................................... 43
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General Specifications.............................................................................................. 43
Index ....................................................................................................................................... 45
(continued)
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List of Tables

Table Title Page
1. Summary of Source and Measure Functions........................................................................ 2
2. International Symbols........................................................................................................... 7
3. Input/Output Terminals and Connectors............................................................................... 9
4. Key Functions....................................................................................................................... 11
5. Thermocouple Types Accepted............................................................................................ 21
6. RTD Types Accepted............................................................................................................24
7. Replacement Parts............................................................................................................... 37
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List of Figures

Figure Title Page
1. Standard Equipment............................................................................................................. 6
2. Input/Output Terminals and Connectors............................................................................... 8
3. Keys...................................................................................................................................... 10
4. Elements of a Typical Display............................................................................................... 13
5. Voltage-to-Voltage Test........................................................................................................ 15
6. Adjusting the Contrast .......................................................................................................... 16
7. Measuring Voltage and Current Output................................................................................ 17
8. Connections for Supplying Loop Power................................................................................ 18
9. Measuring Electrical Parameters.......................................................................................... 19
10. Measuring Temperature with a Thermocouple..................................................................... 22
11. Measuring Temperature with an RTD, Measuring 2-, 3-, and 4-Wire Resistance................ 25
12. Electrical Sourcing Connections........................................................................................... 26
13. Connections for Simulating a Thermocouple........................................................................ 28
14. Connection for Simulating a 3-Wire RTD.............................................................................. 29
15. Calibrating a Thermocouple Transmitter............................................................................... 33
16. Calibrating a Chart Recorder................................................................................................ 34
17. Replacing the Batteries......................................................................................................... 36
18. Replacement Parts............................................................................................................... 38
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Introduction

Your Fluke 724 Temperature Calibrator is a handheld, battery-operated instrument that measures and sources a variety of thermocouples and RTDs. See Table 1.
In addition to the functions in Table 1, the calibrator has the following features and functions:
A split-screen display. The upper display allows you to measure volts and current. The lower display allows you to measure and source volts, resistance temperature detectors, thermocouples, and ohms.
A thermocouple (TC) input/output terminal and internal isothermal block with automatic reference­junction temperature compensation.
Storage and recall of 8 setups.
Manual stepping and automatic stepping and
ramping.

Contacting Fluke

To order accessories, receive operating assistance, or get the location of the nearest Fluke distributor or Service Center, call:
USA: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853) Canada: 1-800-363-5853 Europe: +31 402-675-200 Japan: +81-3-3434-0181 Singapore: +65-738-5655 Anywhere in the world: +1-425-356-5500
Or, visit Flukes Web site at www.fluke.com.
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Table 1. Summary of Source and Measure Functions
Function Measure Source
dc V 0 V to30 V 0 V to10 V Resistance 0 to 3200 15 to 3200 Thermocouple Types E, J, K, T, B, R, S, L, U, N, mV RTD
(Resistance­Temperature Detector)
Other functions Loop supply, Step, Ramp, Memory, Dual display
Pt100 (385) Pt100 (3926) Pt100 (3916) Pt200 (385) Pt500 (385) Pt1000 (385) Ni120
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Standard Equipment

Standard Equipment
The items listed below and shown in Figure 1 are included with your calibrator. If the calibrator is damaged or something is missing, contact the place of purchase immediately. To order replacement parts or spares, see the user-replaceable parts list in Table 7.
TL75 test leads (one set)
Alligator clips (one set)
Stackable alligator clip test leads (one set)
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Spare fuse

Safety Information

The calibrator is designed in accordance with IEC1010-1, ANSI/ISA S82.01-1994 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1-
92. Use the calibrator only as specified in this 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.
International symbols used on the calibrator and in this manual are explained in Table 2.
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W Warning
To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury:
Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked on the calibrator, between the terminals, or
between any terminal and earth ground. Maximum for all terminals is 30 V, 24 mA.
Before each use, verify the calibrator’s operation by measuring a known voltage.
Follow all equipment safety procedures.
Never touch the probe to a voltage source when the test leads are plugged into the current terminals.
Do not use the calibrator if it is damaged. Before you use the calibrator, inspect the case. Look for
cracks or missing plastic. Pay particular attention to the insulation surrounding the connectors.
Select the proper function and range for your measurement.
Make sure the battery door is closed and latched before you operate the calibrator.
Remove test leads from the calibrator before you open the battery door.
Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed metal. Check test leads continuity. Replace
damaged test leads before you use the calibrator.
When using the probes, keep your fingers away from the probe contacts. Keep your fingers behind the
finger guards on the probes.
Connect the common test lead before you connect the live test lead. When you disconnect test leads,
disconnect the live test lead first.
Do not use the calibrator if it operates abnormally. Protection may be impaired. When in doubt, have the
calibrator serviced.
Do not operate the calibrator around explosive gas, vapor, or dust.
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Safety Information
W Warning
Use only 4 AA batteries, properly installed in the calibrator case, to power the calibrator.
Disconnect test leads before changing to another measure or source function.
When servicing the calibrator, use only specified replacement parts.
To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock or personal injury, replace the
batteries as soon as the battery indicator (M) appears.
Caution
To avoid possible damage to calibrator or to equipment under test:
Disconnect the power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance or continuity.
Use the proper jacks, function, and range for your measurement or sourcing application.
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Alligator Clips
Test Lead Set
TL75
mA
4W
Stackable Test Leads
Figure 1. Standard Equipment
SOURCE / MEASURE
3W
-
STORE SETUP
RECALL
30V MAX ALL TERMINALS
V
RTD
COM
100%
25%
25%
0%
MEASURE
V
TC
mA
LOOP
COM
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Table 2. International Symbols
AC - Alternating current Double insulated DC - Direct current Battery Earth ground Refer to the manual for information about
this feature.
Pressure Conforms to Canadian Standards
Association directives
O
ON/OFF Conforms to European Union directives
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