Control Company PRESSURE VACUUM METER User Manual

TRACEABLE® PRESSURE/VACUUM METER INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

Display:
Range (Resolution):
Cat. No. 3165 3166
psi –14.7 to 725 (1) –14.70 to 29.00 (0.02)
bar –1.0 to 50 (0.05) –1.000 to 2.000 (0.002)
Meter/H20 –10 to 509.5 (0.5) –10.00 to 20.40 (0.02)
Atmospheres –1.0 to 49.35 (0.05) –1.000 to 1.974 (0.002)
mm/Hg –736 to 37500 (50) –736 to 1500 (2)
inch/Hg –29 to 1476 (1) –29.00 to 59.05 (0.05)
inch/H20 –394 to 20050 (20) –394 to 802 (1)
Kg/cm2 –1 to 50.95 (0.05) –1.000 to 2.040 (0.002)

Accuracy: 1% full-scale plus 1 digit
Sampling Rate: Approximately 0.8 seconds
Features: Computer output, 40” cable
Auto power off, Carrying case

CONTROLS: Power, Hold, Sensor Type, MAX/MIN, Unit, Zero

OPERATIONS
Sensor Type Verifi cation

1. Connect the pressure sensor to the meter, noting the model PS100 - 50BAR or PS100 ­2BAR.

2. Press the POWER button to turn the unit on.

3. Press the SENSOR TYPE button to display the stored sensor. If the display and the
information written on the sensor match you are ready to take measurements (see Mea­surement section). If the display and the information on the senor do not match perform
the following steps to store the correct sensor type.

Sensor Type Selection

1. With the meter off, press and hold down the following buttons simultaneously: MAX/MIN,
HOLD and SENSOR TYPE.

2. Continue to hold down buttons and press the POWER button. When all the LCD seg­ments are lit up release the 3 buttons.

3. The display will now show or
the memorized sensor type.
(see illustration)

4. Press the SENSOR TYPE button
until the 2 or 50 (depending on your sensor) is displayed. Press the ZERO button to
confi rm the sensor type. The new setting has now been stored in your unit even if the
power is turned off.

5. Turn the power off to complete the sensor type selection procedure.

Measuring

1. Turn the meter on by pressing the POWER button.

2. Select the desired unit measurement by pressing the UNIT button. The unit selected will
be shown on the display. (Bar, Kg/cm
H20.

3. Zero adjustment - press and hold the ZERO button until the display reads “0”

4. Connect the pressure sensor port connection to the equipment you which to measure.
Depending on the application, the user may wish to place Tefl on tape or an appropriate
sealant on the threads to make it gas tight. Turn the equipment on to apply pressure to
the sensor. The meter will measure the pressure and display the value.

5. To hold a measurement on the display, press the HOLD button while a measurement is
being taken. “HOLD” is shown in the upper left of display. To cancel the data hold feature
simply press the HOLD button a second time.

6. To record a measurement for both Memory Recall and Data Acquisition press the MAX/
MIN button while a measurement is being taken. To deactivate the record function, press
the MAX/MIN button until “REC” is removed from the display.

Memory Recall

1. To record a reading press and hold the MAX/MIN button until “REC” is displayed. Record
the reading.

2. Press the button again to recall the minimum and maximum readings. The maximum
recorded value will be displayed. The letters “max” will also appear, indicating that this is
the maximum or highest reading. A second press of the button will display the minimum
reading. The letters “MIN” will appear indicating that this is the minimum or lowest
reading.

NOTE: The data record function must be on to utilize the memory recall features. Once the
MAX/MIN button has been pressed a second time to deactivate the data record function, the
minimum and maximum values are no longer stored.

5

/8” high 4-digit LCD

Bar

2

2

, mm/Hg, m/H20, ATP (Atmosphere), Psi, in/Hg, in/

Bar

50

Computer Interface

This unit features computer output. A computer output socket is located on the top of the unit.
To utilize this feature, connect the unit to a PC with an accessory Data Acquisition System.
(See “Accessories” section)

ALL OPERATIONAL DIFFICULTIES

If this unit does not function properly for any reason, replace the battery with a new high­quality battery (see “Battery Replacement” section). Low battery power can occasionally
cause any number of “apparent” operational diffi culties. Replacing the battery with a new
fresh battery will solve most diffi culties.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Erratic readings, a faint display, no display or a fl ashing display are all indicators that the bat­tery must be replaced. To replace the battery, use a coin to remove the battery cover located
on the back of the unit. Replace the exhausted battery with a new 9-volt alkaline battery. Use
an alkaline battery, NOT a regular or heavy-duty battery. Properly replace the battery and the
battery cover. Replacement battery Cat. No. 1112.

ACCESSORIES
Cat. No.

4138 Easy-Use™ Accessory Adaptor 115 VAC

8045 Data Acquisition System Accessory

data logging program works with Traceable® Instruments with computer output. Records
interval readings from 1 to 10,000 seconds; displays minimum/maximum readings; and utilizes
an alarm mode that permits the user to be notifi ed visually, audibly, and by email when an
alarm is triggered. Data is stored to a fi le that can be printed in any report or spreadsheet
format. Networking server/client capability allows the captured data to be monitored on a
remote workstation and/or by email. It is designed to work with Windows® 98/Me/NT/2000/XP/
Vista. Includes a CD, a 6-foot cable (supplied USB and serial connections) that plugs into the
instrument and computer. Accessory extension cables expand cable length to 300 feet.

4325 Data Logger Complete DAS-4™ System captures and stores up to 8000 bytes (over 1000

readings) from all meters. Reading may be taken at intervals from 1 second to 99 hours.
Stored readings may be downloaded to any PC and viewed. Can be read “as is” or imported to
spreadsheets, databases, and statistical programs. Supplied with 36-inch serial cable with D9F
computer plug, CD (Windows®), and four AA alkaline batteries. Size is 5 x 3 x 1 inches. Weight
is 7 ounces.

3150 Humidity Sponge™ Indicator Desiccant (40 bags/pack)

3151 Humidity Sponge™ Regenerable Desiccant (40 bags/pack)

1112 Replacement battery (9V)

WARRANTY, SERVICE OR RECALIBRATION

For warranty, service or recalibration, contact:

Powerful and easy to use computer data capture/

CONTROL COMPANY

4455 Rex Road

Friendswood, Texas 77546 USA

Ph. 281-482-1714 Fax [phone]

E-mail [e-mail] www.control3.com

Control Company is ISO 9001 Quality-Certified by DNV and

ISO 17025 accredited as a Calibration Laboratory by A2LA.

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Traceable® Pressure/Vacuum Meter Instructions

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Rev. 2 040909

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