Fluke 4180, 4181 Operating Manual

4180, 4181

Precision Infrared Calibrator

Users Guide

March 2013
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Table of Contents

1 Before You Start .......................................................................1

1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 1

1.2 Unpacking ................................................................................................ 1

1.3 Symbols Used ........................................................................................... 2

1.4 Safety Information ..................................................................................... 3

1.4.1 Warnings .........................................................................................................4

1.4.2 Cautions ..........................................................................................................6

1.5 CE Comments ........................................................................................... 7

1.5.1 EMC Directive .................................................................................................7

1.5.2 Emission Testing ..............................................................................................7

1.5.3 Low Voltage Directive (Safety) ........................................................................7

1.6 Authorized Service Centers ...................................................................... 7

2 Specications and Environmental Conditions ......................9

2.1 Specifications ........................................................................................... 9

2.2 Environmental Conditions ....................................................................... 10

3 Quick Start ..............................................................................11

3.1 Setup ....................................................................................................... 11

3.2 Parts and Controls .................................................................................. 11

3.2.1 Display Panel ................................................................................................11

3.2.2 Display .......................................................................................................... 13

3.2.3 Back Panel ....................................................................................................14

3.3 Languages .............................................................................................. 16

3.3.1 Language Selection ......................................................................................16

3.4 Ice Buildup and Purge Procedure (4180 Only) ...................................... 16

3.4.1 Icing Warning ................................................................................................16

3.4.2 Purge Procedure ...........................................................................................16

3.4.3 Removing Ice Buildup on the Target .............................................................17

3.5 Emissivity Setting of the IR Thermometer ............................................... 17

3.5.1 Apparent Temperature Setting Limits ............................................................17

3.6 Forced Air and Convection ..................................................................... 18

4 Menu Structure .......................................................................19

4.1 Temperature Setup Menu ....................................................................... 19

4.2 Program Menu ........................................................................................ 20

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4.3 System Menu .......................................................................................... 21

4.4 View Temperature Menu ......................................................................... 22

5 Maintenance ...........................................................................23

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Tables

Table 1 Symbols used ........................................................................................ 2

Table 2 Specifications ....................................................................................... 9

Table 3 Apparent temperature limits ................................................................ 18

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Figures

Figure 1 Display panel ..................................................................................... 12

Figure 2 Main screen ....................................................................................... 14

Figure 3 418X back panel ................................................................................ 15

Figure 4 Steps to language selection .............................................................. 16

Figure 5 Temperature setup menu ................................................................... 19

Figure 6 Program menu ................................................................................... 20

Figure 7 System menu ..................................................................................... 21

Figure 8 View temp menu ................................................................................ 22

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Before You Start

Unpacking

Before You Start1

Introduction1.1

The Model 4180/4181 Portable IR Calibrator may be used as a portable instrument or
bench top temperature calibrator for calibrating point IR thermometers. The 4180/4181
is small enough to use in the field, and accurate enough to use in the lab.

The instruments feature:

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Rapid heating and cooling

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RS-232 interface capability

Built in programmable features include:

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Temperature scan rate control

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Eight set-point memory

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Adjustable readout in °C or °F

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Adjustable Emissivity

The temperature is accurately controlled by Hart’s digital controller. The controller
uses a precision platinum RTD as a sensor and controls the surface temperature with a
solid state relay (triac) driven heater (4181) and FET driven Peltier modules (4180).

The LCD display continuously shows the current temperature. The temperature may
be easily set with the control buttons to any desired temperature within the specified
range. The instrument’s multiple fault protection devices insure user and instrument
safety and protection.

The 4180/4181 calibrators are designed for portability and ease of operation. Through
proper use the instrument will provide continued accurate calibration of IR tempera­ture measurement devices. The user should be familiar with the safety guidelines and
operating procedures of the calibrator as described in this User’s Guide.

Unique patent pending safety features make the instruments the safest IR calibrators
available. The Block Temperature Indicator (Patent Pending) shows the user when
the target temperature is above 50°C letting the user know when it is safe to place the
target cover on the instrument and/or move it to a different location. The indicator
remains illuminated when the instrument is energized and above 50°C, but with mains
power removed, it will flash until the target temperature drops below 50°C.

Unpacking1.2

Unpack the calibrator carefully and inspect it for any damage that may have occurred
during shipment. If there is shipping damage, notify the carrier immediately.

Verify that the following components are present:

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Symbols Used

4180

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4180 IR Calibrator

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Report of Calibration

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Power Cord

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User’s Guide

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Documentation CD

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Target Cover

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Serial Cable

4181

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4181 IR Calibrator

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Report of Calibration

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Power Cord

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User’s Guide

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Documentation CD

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Serial Cable

If all items are not present, contact an Authorized Service Center (see Section 1.6
Authorized Service Centers on page 7).

Symbols Used1.3

Table 1 lists the International Electrical Symbols. Some or all of these symbols may be
used on the instrument or in this guide.

Symbols usedTable 1

Symbol Description

AC (Alternating Current)

AC-DC

Battery

Complies with European Union directives

DC

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Symbol Description

Double Insulated

Electric Shock

Fuse

PE Ground

Hot Surface (Burn Hazard)

Read the User’s Guide (Important Information)

Before You Start

Safety Information

Off

On

Canadian Standards Association

C-TICK Australian EMC mark

The European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/
EC) mark.

Safety Information1.4

The Portable IR Calibrators are designed in accordance with IEC 61010-1, IEC
61010-2-010 and CAN/CSA 22.2 No 61010.1-04. Use this instrument only as speci­fied in this manual. Otherwise, the protection provided by the instrument may be
impaired.

The following definitions apply to the terms “Warning” and “Caution”.

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“Warning” identifies conditions and actions that may pose hazards to the user.

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“Caution” identifies conditions and actions that may damage the instrument
being used.

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