Fluke 729 150G, 729 30G FC, 729 150G FC, 729 300G, 729 300G FC User manual

729/729 FC

Automatic Pressure Calibrator

Users Manual

May 2017 Rev. 1, 8/20

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Table of Contents

Title Page

Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1

Contact Fluke ................................................................................................................. 2

Safety ............................................................................................................................. 2

Standard Equipment....................................................................................................... 3

Buttons ........................................................................................................................... 5

The Display .................................................................................................................... 8

Triple-Function Display .............................................................................................. 12

RTD Connection ........................................................................................................ 13

Pressure Module Connection .................................................................................... 13

Fluke Connect Device Connection ............................................................................ 14

Ports ............................................................................................................................... 15

Download the Fluke Connect

Enable the Fluke Connect App ..................................................................................... 18

Setup Menu .................................................................................................................... 19



App ................................................................................ 17

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Manage FC Devices (729 FC Only) .......................................................................... 19

Locator ...................................................................................................................... 19

729 Information ......................................................................................................... 20

729 Setup ................................................................................................................. 21

Manage Users ........................................................................................................... 22

Manage Test Results ................................................................................................ 23

Manage Screen Shots .............................................................................................. 23

Manage Custom Tasks ............................................................................................. 24

Maintenance Menu ................................................................................................... 24

Drain Water (Condensation) ................................................................................. 24

Keypad Test ......................................................................................................... 26

Exhaust ................................................................................................................ 26

Tasks Menu ................................................................................................................... 26

Pressure Transmitter (P/I) ......................................................................................... 27

Pressure Switch (SW) ............................................................................................... 29

Current to Pressure Test (I/P) ................................................................................... 31

Pressure Leak Test ................................................................................................... 34

Pressure Transmitter (P/V) ....................................................................................... 35

Pressure Transmitter (P/P) ...................................................................................... 35

HART Functionality ........................................................................................................ 37

Loop Power +24V ON ............................................................................................... 38

Enable HART 250Ω .................................................................................................. 40

HART Menu ................................................................................................................... 40

HART Data ............................................................................................................... 40

HART Service ........................................................................................................... 41

PV Zero Trim ........................................................................................................ 41

mA Output Trim .................................................................................................... 41

Trim to Applied Values ......................................................................................... 41

Set Fixed mA Output ............................................................................................ 42

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Re-range Transmitter ............................................................................................ 42

Device Diagnostics ............................................................................................... 42

Calibrate (Ad hoc) ...................................................................................................... 42

Adjust .................................................................................................................... 43

PV Zero Trim ........................................................................................................ 43

mA Output Trim .................................................................................................... 43

Trim to Applied Values .......................................................................................... 44

As Left .................................................................................................................. 44

Find Task by Tag ....................................................................................................... 44

Bus Polling ................................................................................................................ 44

Measure Mode ............................................................................................................... 44

Current Measurement ................................................................................................ 45

Volts Measurement .................................................................................................... 45

Pressure Measurement ............................................................................................. 46

Autostep and Auto Ramp the Output Value ............................................................... 49

Autostep .................................................................................................................... 49

Auto Ramp the Output ............................................................................................... 50

Temperature Measurement ....................................................................................... 51

Source mA Mode ....................................................................................................... 52

4 to 20 mA Simulation ............................................................................................... 52

Log ................................................................................................................................. 54

Communication with a PC .............................................................................................. 54

The Battery ..................................................................................................................... 56

Charge the Battery .................................................................................................... 56

Battery Life ................................................................................................................ 56

Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 57

Clean the Product ...................................................................................................... 57

Clean the Pump Valve ............................................................................................... 57

In Case of Difficulty .................................................................................................... 59

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Battery Replacement ................................................................................................ 60

Update Product Firmware ......................................................................................... 61

Calibration Data ........................................................................................................ 61

Service Center Calibration or Repair ........................................................................ 61

Error Messages ......................................................................................................... 62

HART Commands ..................................................................................................... 68

Documenting Functionality ........................................................................................ 69

Strap .............................................................................................................................. 69

Hanger Accessory ......................................................................................................... 71

User-Replaceable Parts and Accessories ..................................................................... 72

Specifications ................................................................................................................ 74

Pressure Specification .............................................................................................. 74

Electrical Specification .............................................................................................. 74

Product Models ......................................................................................................... 76

Mechanical Specification .......................................................................................... 79

Environmental Specification ...................................................................................... 79

Safety ........................................................................................................................ 79

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Introduction

The Fluke 729 and 729 FC Automatic Pressure
Calibrators (the Product)
calibration tools for lab or field use. This battery-operated
product performs automatic pressure calibration of
transmitters, pressure switches, and gauges. The
automatic functions are done by the Product or by
downloaded tasks from calibration-management software
(CMS). The Product also supplies basic HART
communicator functions when used with HART-capable
transmitters. “FC” designates Fluke Connect
this manual.

Product key features and benefits include:

• Automatic pressure calibration of transmitters,
pressure switches and pressure gauges.

• Source and measure pressure to test and calibrate
pressure sensors, transmitters, and other pressure
instruments.

are portable field pressure

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®

throughout

• Source and simulate milliamp signals while
measuring pressure for testing current to pressure
converters (I/P).

• HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer)
communication to configure and perform trim on
HART smart-pressure transmitters.

• Provides Loop Power and simultaneously measures
mA output from a connected device.

• Measures pressure with any of 50 Fluke-750P Series
pressure modules.

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• Document automated as-found/as-left procedures to
satisfy quality regulations or audits with DPCTrack2
software.

• Advanced features like auto step and auto ramp
allow tests of devices automatically.

• The pressure switch test automatically ramps
pressure up and down across expected switch trip
setting to calibrate pressure switches.

• Fluke Connect (FC) built into FC models.

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Standard Equipment

Standard Equipment

Figure 1 and Table 1 show standard equipment.

1

7

2

8

13

12

11

4

3

10

9

14

5

15

16

6

17

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Figure 1. Standard Equipment

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Table 1. Standard Equipment

No. Equipment No. Equipment





















729 or 729 FC Automatic Pressure Calibrator

AC/DC converter

Mains line cable

Rechargeable Li-ion Battery

Stackable test lead set

AC280 Sure Grip hook set (red and black)

Alligator clips (red and black)

One set of TP220 test probes (red and black) Soft carrying case

USB communication cable: 3 ft (1 m) Type A
plug for host (PC) to Mini-B plug for device

Nylon hose 1/8 in diameter, 3.5 ft length Traceable calibration report with data

Fitting, 1/8 in NPT-Female x 1/4 in NPT­Female

Tube fitting, male connector (qty 2), 1/8 in
NPT male connector, 1/8 in hose









Not
Shown

Fitting, 1/8 in NPT-Female X M20-Female

Fitting, 1/4 in BSP-Female X 1/8 in NPT-Female

Hanger Kit

Hose to drain condensed water generated from
the Product. 1/8 in diameter, 1 ft length

Hose for leakage test. 1/8 in diameter, 2 in
length

Adjustable quick-release strap for hanging the
Product

Printed multilingual Safety Information

PTFE Tape

International AC Adapter Kit

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Buttons

Buttons

See Figure 2 and Table 2 for the Product buttons and the softkeys.

3

2

1

18

17

16

15

14

13

12

4

10

11

Figure 2. Buttons

5

6

7

9

8

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Table 2. Buttons

Number Description Number Description











Power button. Push to turn on or turn off
the Product.

BACK button. Push to move to the
previous user interface (UI) screen. When
navigating through the screens, BACK can
move out of most screens and with
repeated pushes, can take you all the way
to the startup screen.

F1-F4 softkeys. Performs the specified
function of the label above each softkey on
the display. These labels change
throughout the UI.

Arrow buttons. Push to move the display
cursor left, right, up, or down. Cursor
highlights in yellow over the selection.

SELECT button. Push to make a selection
on the UI. This button cannot confirm
number or character choices (push
ENTER).











Display brightness button. Push to change the
display brightness from dim to bright and back again.

Numeric keypad. Used when a numeric entry is
necessary.

ENTER button. Push to make a selection on the UI.
Only ENTER confirms numbers and characters.
Confirm all editable items with ENTER.

CLEAR (ZERO) button. Push to clear highlighted
entry. When PI/PV/IP/SWT starts, push to zero the
pressure reading.

mA button. Push to select the mA measure function.

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Buttons

Table 2. Buttons (cont.)

Number Description Number Description

SOURCE PRESSURE button. Use this function
to output (source) a target pressure from the
Product. Use the arrows to select the Setpoint
field and enter the values with the number
buttons.



VDC button. Push to select the measure dc
voltage function.









SETUP button. Push to enter the Setup menu
to change operating parameters. See Setup
Menu.

TASKS button. Push to enter the Tasks menu.
See TASKS Menu.

VENT button. Push to release pressure at the
internal pressure port. VENTING shows on the
display as the Product vents. VENTED shows
after venting is complete.







MEASURE PRESSURE button. Use this function
for pressure measurement mode.

HART button. Push to enter HART
communication mode.

HOLD button. Push to freeze the reading on the
display. Push it a second time to release the hold
on the display. Push and hold to capture the
screen and save into memory.

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The Display

Figure 3 and Table 3 explain the display.

2 3 4 5 6

1

8

13

12

11

10

Figure 3. The Display

7

8

9

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The Display

Table 3. The Display

Number Description Number Description

 Step size indicator  Pressure units indicator

External display shows selected device that is
connected. The device can be a pressure module,

 Setpoint indicator 

temperature probe, process variable (PV) of
connected HART device, or Fluke Connect
secondary device reading.

 Fluke Connect on indicator (729 FC only)  Softkey indicator
 HART on indicator  Current, voltage, or pressure switch display
 24 volt loop power active indicator  Main display with measured or sourced value
 Battery charge level  Time and date display
 Pressure port status

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The display can also show different configurations:

Typically, the display does not show the third functions, see
Figure 4. See Triple-Function Display.

• The upper display for the internal pressure has these
different functions:

o VENT

o SOURCE

o MEASURE

• The lower display shows these different functions:

o Measure Current

o Source Current

o Simulate Current

o Measure VDC

o Switch

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Figure 4. Typical Dual-Function Display

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The Display

The screen has two sections:

The upper display shows the internal pressure controller
status and includes:

• Mode: Measure, Source, and Vent

• Pressure Value: Current measured pressure and unit

• Status: Shows nothing in measure mode, NOT READY,

STABLE in source mode, and VENTING, VENTED in
vent mode.

• Setpoint: Current setpoint for source function.

• Step Size: The step size when B (Step Up) and

C (Step Down) are pushed when sourcing
pressure.

The lower display shows the electrical status and includes:

• Mode: Measure Current, Source Current, Simulate
Current, Measure V dc, and Switch.

• Reading: Current reading from measure functions or
setpoint for source functions.

• Switch State: Shows the pressure reading when the
switch contacts open and close.

• Percent: Shows the percentage value of 4 mA to 20 mA
or 1 V to 5 V in measure functions.

• Status: Shows Open circuit detected in mA source
mode.

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Triple-Function Display

When the third function (RTD, External Pressure
Module, HART Transmitter, or FC secondary device) is
connected, the Product changes to triple-function display
automatically. In the subsequent triple-function display,
the original bottom half of the display is divided into two
parts:

• The left display continues to show the electrical
measurement display.

• The right display shows the model name, reading,
and units from the selected third function. See
Figure 5. The figure shows a transmitter device
(3051C).

When more than one third function is available, use the
arrow keys to highlight the device (in yellow) in the right
display. Then use the softkeys to select the device to
show.

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Figure 5. Triple-Function Display

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The Display

RTD Connection

The display can show RTD temperature measurements in
the selected unit (C/F) as the third-function. When the
temperature unit field highlights, push the softkey to toggle
the temperature setting. The ohms reading shows.

Note

The Product supports PT100-385 RTD only.

Pressure Module Connection

The Product automatically detects external pressure module
installation or removal. Move the cursor to the unit type and
push E to configure the pressure-unit type (it can be
different from the pressure unit of internal pressure). Change
the unit type of the internal pressure to automatically change
the unit type of the pressure module.

Figure 6 shows a pressure module as the third function.

• When you plug in an external pressure module, the
pressure-unit type defaults to the internal pressure unit
type.

• When you remove or install an external pressure
module, the zero offset resets.

Figure 6. Triple-Function Display with External Pressure
Module Connected

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Fluke Connect Device Connection

The display shows connected FC device measurements as
the third-function.

See Setup Menu for information to manage secondary FC
devices.

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Ports

Ports

Figure 7 and Table 4 show the Product ports.

Left Right

1

7

2

6

Bottom

3

4

5

8

Figure 7. Product Ports

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Table 4. Product Ports

Number Description



Battery charger/universal power supply port. Use the battery charger for bench-top applications that have ac
line power available. Use the battery charger to charge the battery while installed in the Product.

 USB port – Used for communication between the Product and a PC.
 Push to drain condensation (see Maintenance Menu).
 Drain port fitting connector.
 External temperature port for RTD Temperature Probe
 External pressure module port
 Pressure connection
 COM Port
 Measure, source, and simulate mA; measure V dc and supply loop power.

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Download the Fluke Connect App

Download the Fluke Connect App

To download the Fluke Connect App, see Figure 8.

iOS

Android

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Figure 8. Download the Fluke Connect App

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Enable the Fluke Connect App

To enable the Fluke Connect App on your phone, see Figure 9.

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Connect

3

4

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Figure 9. Enable the Fluke Connect App

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Setup Menu

Setup Menu

Use the multi-page Setup menu to configure the Product
features.

Note

For some of the submenu functions, the Product
password is required. The default password is

1234.

To access the Setup menu, push S.

The Setup menu includes submenus for Product
configuration. The submenus are:

1. 729 Information

2. 729 Setup

3. Manage Users

4. Manage Test Results

5. Manage Screen Shots

6. Manage Custom Tasks

7. Maintenance

Push the arrow buttons, R, or E to access these
submenus. Alternatively, push the corresponding number
button for access. Push F to go to the previous menu.

To clear all stored files, push D (Clear All Files).
Enter the Product password to use this function. This
action clears all stored test results, screen shots, and
custom tasks.

The subsequent sections explain the Setup menu and
submenus.

Manage FC Devices (729 FC Only)

1. Enter the Setup menu.

2. Push B (Manage FC Device) to set 729 FC as

the primary device and discover other units that have
Fluke Connect. The connected product shows on the
display.

Push C (Enable Fluke Connect) to set 729 FC as
the secondary device so it can be discovered by the
Fluke Connect App on smart phone.

Locator

When the Product shows several FC devices on the
Fluke Connect screen, highlight a product and push
B (Locator). This causes the Fluke Connect button
on the listed product to flash repeatedly. The FC device
exits locator mode automatically or when B
(Locator) is pushed again.

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729 Information

The 729 Information submenu is an information-only
screen that shows information about the Product. The
screen shows:

• The Product model (729 or 729 FC)

• Serial Number

• Firmware Revision

• The last calibration date of the Product pressure

components.

• The last calibration date of the Product electrical
components.

There are also softkeys at the bottom of this screen.
These are:

• A - Calibrate Pressure – Follow the prompts

on the screen and the Product takes you through a
procedure that calibrates the pressure components
of the Product. Enter the Product password to use
this function. D (Options) lets you save the
calibration, go back a step, skip a step, or move to
the next section. See Calibration Manual for details.

• B - Calibrate Electrical – Follow the prompts

on the screen and the Product takes you through a
procedure that calibrates the electrical components
of the Product. Enter the Product password to use
this function. D (Options) lets you save the
calibration, go back a step, skip a step, or move to
the next section. See Calibration Manual for details.

• C - Battery Information – An information-only

screen that shows if the battery is present, the
remaining battery charge level, battery temperature,
and battery voltage.

• D - Change Password – Use to change the

password for advanced functions.

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Setup Menu

729 Setup

The 729 Setup submenu shows the information in
Table 5.

Table 5. 729 Setup Menu

Menu Parameter Function

Push E and use the arrows to
select the UI language: English,

Language

Date and Time

Simplified Chinese, Traditional
Chinese, French, German, Italian,
Portuguese, Spanish, Russian,
Japanese, or Korean.

Push E and use the arrows to
access the Date and Time menu.
Once inside the menu, use the
arrows to select a parameter and
use the number keys to make
changes to these settings. For am or
pm, push R. Once you make
changes, push D (Done) to
store the new parameters. The
timestamp saves with any stored
results.

Table 5. 729 Setup Menu (cont.)

Menu Parameter Function

Set the format of the date. Use

Date Format

Time Format

Number Format

Temperature Unit

the softkeys to select

yyyy-mm-dd, mm/dd/yyyy, or
dd/mm/yyyy.

Push the necessary softkey to
select 12-hour or 24-hour time
format. The format changes in
the Date Format menu. E or
R also changes the format.

Push the necessary softkey to
select a decimal point or comma
for the numbering format. E or
R also changes the format.

Push the necessary softkey to

[1]

select between °C or °F. E or
R also changes the units.

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Table 5. 729 Setup Menu (cont.)

Menu Parameter Function

The Product has a programmable
Auto Battery Timeout feature to
save the battery charge. Push the
arrow keys to highlight this line.
Push E or R to reach the

Auto Battery
Timeout

PCM Resolution

HART
Communication

Fluke Connect Enable/Disable

timeout menu. The choices are:

• Never

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 60 minutes

Choices are High and Low. High
resolution is the normal state, and
Low reduces the resolution one
digit.

Enable/Disable

Manage Users

The Manage Users submenu controls access to add or
delete Product user names from this menu:

• Add a new user: push A (New):

Use the onscreen keyboard to add a new user. Push
the softkeys for Capslock ON (or OFF), Backspace,
and to complete the entry (Done).

1. Push the arrows to highlight each letter.

2. Push R or E to choose the letter.

3. When finished, push D (Done) to return to

the Manage Users screen.

• Delete an existing user: push the arrows to

highlight a user and the push D (Delete).

[1] Disabled in Japanese models.

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Setup Menu

Manage Test Results

The Product saves test results as found and as left and
saves calibration results.

1. In the Setup menu, push the arrow buttons to
highlight Manage Test Results.

2. Push E to show a list of tests. The tests are
designated by date and time, Tag ID, and serial
number.

3. Push the arrow buttons and E or R to view the
selected test results.

4. Push A to select the As Found or As Left test
result.

5. Push D to redo the calibration and save a new
test result.

To delete all test results:

1. Go to the Manage Test Results screen.

2. Push D (Delete All).

3. Confirm to delete all records.

4. Push C (OK) to delete all records or D
(Cancel) to escape the deletion process.

Manage Screen Shots

The Product can take screen shots of any screen and
store them.

To take a screen shot:

1. Bring up the screen to save.

2. Push and hold H. The Product shows File Saved.

To view the screen shots:

1. From the Setup menu, push the arrows to highlight
Manage Screen Shots.

2. Push E or R. The Product shows a list of
screenshots and their time and date stamps.

3. Use the arrows to highlight a screen shot.

4. Push E or R and the screen shot is shown. The
screen shows: You are reviewing a screen copy!
over the saved screen.

5. Push D to delete the individual screen.

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Manage Custom Tasks

Use this submenu to delete custom tasks (see Tasks
Menu). To delete a single task, use the arrow to select a

custom task and push A (Delete). To delete all of
the tasks, push D (Delete All).

Maintenance Menu

Maintenance has these sections:

• Drain Water (condensation)

• Keypad Test

• Pressure Sensor Characterize (see Calibration

Manual)

• Supply Sensor Self Calibration (see Calibration
Manual)

• Exhaust

Drain Water (Condensation)

To drain condensation from the Product, see Figure 10:

1. Connect the hose to collect drained water.

2. Push D (Continue).

3. The display shows Creating pressure, please
standby. The pump works to establish a pressure.

4. To let the water out, use a small-tipped tool, such as
a small Philips screwdriver, to push the DRAIN
button on the side of the Product.

5. Push D to repeat the drain operation.

6. When finished with water drain, push in on the fitting
to release the hose.

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Figure 10. Drain Water from Product

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Keypad Test

Use this screen to check the Product buttons. Push any
button and verify the onscreen response.

For the power button, push and hold for 2 seconds.

Exhaust

The Exhaust function releases all pressure inside the
Product including the pressure reservoir. This reservoir
keeps the pressure stable and provides pressure if only
small pressure steps are necessary. Push A for
Exhaust.

Tasks Menu

Tasks let you set up calibration and measurement tasks
to save and recall for later use.

To go to the Tasks menu, push T. The Tasks menu
has these submenus:

• Pressure Transmitter (P/I)

• Pressure Switch (SW)

• Current to Pressure Test (I/P)

• Pressure Leak Test

• Pressure Transmitter (P/V)

• Pneumatic Pressure Transmitter (P/P)

Note

P/P tasks require a pressure module connected
to the Product.

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Tasks Menu

Pressure Transmitter (P/I)

Use this function to calibrate a P/I transmitter (pressure to
current) with current measurement. See Figure 11 for
connections:

1. From page 1 of the Tasks menu, push the arrows to
highlight Pressure Transmitter (P/I).

2. Push E or R.

3. From this screen, use the arrows, numeric keypad,
and E to change the values of the Source
Pressure and Measure Current.

4. Push B (PV Calibrate) if HART is enabled and
PV calibration is necessary.

5. Push C to turn on (or off) 24 V loop power.

6. Once these values are specified, push D
(Continue).

7. From this second screen, use the arrows, numeric

keypad, and E to change the values of the
Tolerance of Range, Test Strategy, Auto Settling
Time, and Transfer Function.

8. Push A to change the Transfer Function to

Square Root or Linear.

9. To select the Test Strategy, highlight the parameter

and push R. Highlight the applicable listed test
strategy and push E.

10. Push B (Save as Customized) to store this

task for later use.

11. Once you enter the parameters, push D

(Continue).

12. Push B (Manual Test) or D (Auto Test).

13. Push C to adjust. Go to 0%, 50%, and 100%.

14. Push A (As Left) to do the As Left test.

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Figure 11. Pressure Transmitter (P/I) Task Connections

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Pressure Switch (SW)

Use this feature to calibrate a pressure switch. See
Figure 12 for connections:

1. From page 1 of the Tasks menu, push the arrows to
highlight Pressure Switch (SW).

2. Push E or R.

3. From this screen, use the arrows, numeric keypad,
and E to change the values of these parameters:

• Setpoint

• Tolerance

• Min Deadband

• Max Deadband

• Max Pressure

• Switch Type

Note

Make sure to push E after EACH value
change.

You can save these settings as a customized task.
Push B (Save as Customized). Recall this
customized task from the Tasks menu.

4. Once you enter the parameters, push D

(Continue).

5. Push D (Auto Test) or B (Manual Test)

to do the As Found switch test. The test runs.

After the test runs, the results show on the display.

To save the test results:

1. Push D (Done).

2. Push E to edit the Tag information.

3. Push D (Done).

4. Move the cursor to the S/N field (Serial Number).

5. Push E to edit the S/N information.

6. Push D (Done).

7. Move the cursor to the User ID field.

8. Push A (User List) to select a user.

9. Push D (Done).

10. Adjust the switch and push B(Step Up)
and C(Step Down) to verify.

11. Push A (As Left) to do the As Left test.

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Use low volume tubing

when possible

Figure 12. Switch Test Connections

Pressure

Switch

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Current to Pressure Test (I/P)

Use this feature to calibrate a current to pressure (I/P)
converter with current source and pressure
measurements. See Figures 13 and 14:

1. From page 1 of the Tasks menu, push the arrows to
highlight Current to Pressure Test (I/P).

2. Push E or R.

3. From this screen, use the arrows, numeric keypad,
and E to change the values of the source current
and measure pressure.

Note

Make sure to push E after EACH value
change.

4. Once you enter the values, push D (Continue).

Tolerance of Range, Test Strategy, and Auto Settling
Time can be set from here.

To save these settings as a customized task, push
B (Save as Customized). You can then recall
the saved task from the Tasks menu.

5. Once you enter the parameters, push D

(Continue).

6. Push B (Manual Test) or D (Auto Test).

7. Adjust with C to go to 0%, 50%, and 100%.

8. Push A (As Left) to do the As Left test.

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I/P Transducer

Out

Pressure

In

Module

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Figure 13. Current to Pressure Test (I/P) with External Pressure Module

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I/P Transducer

In

Out

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Figure 14. Current to Pressure Test (I/P) with Internal Connections

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Pressure Leak Test

Use this feature to test a pressure device for leaks. For
connections, see Figure 15:

1. From this screen, use the arrows, numeric keypad, and

E to change the values of these parameters:

• Setpoint (Pressure value)

• Settling Time

• Test Time

Note

Make sure to push E after EACH value change.

2. Push D (Continue). When the pressure leak test

completes, the Product shows the results. Results
include Start Pressure, End pressure, Test time, and
Leak rate.

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Tasks Menu

Pressure Transmitter (P/V)

Use this feature to calibrate a pressure to voltage
transmitter with voltage measurement. For connections, see
Figure 11.

1. From page 1 of the Tasks menu, push the arrows to
highlight Pressure Transmitter (P/V).

2. Push E or R.

3. From this screen, use the arrows, numeric keypad, and
E to change the values of the source pressure and
measure voltage.

Push D (Continue) to edit these other
parameters:

• Tolerance of Range

• Test Strategy

• Auto Settling Time

• Transfer Function A (Linear or Square

Root).

Push B (Save as Customized) to save these
settings as a customized task. Recall these customized
tasks from the Tasks menu at any time.

Pressure Transmitter (P/P)

To calibrate a pressure-to-pressure transmitter, use this
feature. This feature requires a pressure module to
measure pressure output from a connected transmitter.
To use the function, see Figure 15:

1. From page 1 of the Tasks menu, push the arrows
to highlight Pressure Transmitter (P/P).

2. Push E or R.

3. From this screen, use the arrows, numeric keypad,
and E to change the values of the source
pressure and measure pressure.

4. Push D (Continue) and these parameters
can be edited:

• Tolerance of Range

• Test Strategy

• Auto Settling Time

5. Push B (Save as Customized) to save these
settings as a customized task. Recall this
customized task from the Tasks menu at any time.

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Pneumatic

Transmitter

In Out

+

Pressure

Module

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Figure 15. Pressure Transmitter (P/P) Connections

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HART Functionality

The Product interfaces with HART devices. It can:

• View and modify transmitter setup and data that
includes:

o Write Lower Range Value (LRV)

o Write Upper Range Value (URV)

o Write PV Unit

o Write Message and Descriptor

o Write Damping Value

o Write Date

• Perform service features including:

o PV Zero Trim

o mA Output Trim

o Trim to Applied Values

o Set Fixed mA Output

o Re-range Transmitter

o Device Diagnostics

• Perform HART calibration without using a Task (Ad
hoc)

• Perform HART calibration from a downloaded Task

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Push G and the Product searches (polls) the bus to find
any connected HART devices. From this screen, there are
these softkeys:

A - Communicator Only

B - Loop Power +24V ON

C - Enable HART 250Ω

D - Restart BUS Polling

Once Polling finds the transmitter(s), move the cursor to the
desired tag number and select D (Continue) to select.

Loop Power +24V ON

The Product supplies loop power at 24 V dc to a current
transmitter disconnected from the system. To supply 24 V
loop power:

1. From the HART menu, push B (Loop Power

+24V ON). The Product polls the bus to see if a
transmitter is connected.

2. With the transmitter disconnected from normal loop
power, connect the Product test leads in series with the
instrument current loop as shown in Figure 16.

3. The mA display shows measure loop current.

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HART Functionality

TEST DC PWR

+–+–

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Figure 16. Connection with Loop Power Enabled

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Enable HART 250Ω

The Product has a selectable 250 Ω HART resistor to
facilitate use with HART devices. Enable the HART resistor
when you connect the Product to a HART device. The
HART resistor defaults to OFF.

To turn on or off the HART resistor, push C (Enable
HART 250Ω) or (Disable HART 250Ω).

HART Menu

The HART menu has these functions that configure and
calibrate a HART device:

• HART Data

• HART Service

• Calibrate (Ad Hoc)

• Find Task by Tag

• Bus Polling

From the HART menu, push A (Disconnect) to
disconnect from HART communication, or push D
(Continue) to continue to the highlighted entry.

HART Data

The HART data screen shows information about the
connected HART device. Push B (Page Up) or C
(Page Down) where necessary.

You can modify certain fields that include:

• Tag ID

• PV Unit Type

• Lower Range Value (LRV)

• Upper Range Value (URV)

• Damping

• Message

• Descriptor

• Date

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HART Menu

HART Service

HART Service includes these submenus:

• PV Zero Trim

• mA Output Trim

• Trim to Applied Values

• Set Fixed mA Output

• Re-range Transmitter

• Device Diagnostics

Highlight the HART Service menu selection and push
D (Continue). When you enter some of the
submenus, a warning tells you to remove the loop from
AUTOMATIC control. Push D (Continue).

PV Zero Trim

This function sets the digital pressure value of the
transmitter to zero.

1. Push C (Trim Zero) to trim the PV output value to

zero.

2. Push D (Done) when completed.

mA Output Trim

In the mA output trim screen, you can adjust the transmitter
output.

1. Start with the 4 mA range. Push A (Fetch) to get

the current measured mA value.

2. Push B (Trim 4 mA) to send the measured value
for correction. Push C (Next Point). The Product
moves to the 20 mA range.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.

4. When complete, push C to return to the previous
point or D (Done).

Trim to Applied Values

1. Enter the LRV pressure value necessary in the Setpoint
entry and then push E and let the pressure settle.

2. Push B (Trim LRV) to trim the lower range of
pressure applied.

3. Enter the necessary URV pressure value in the
Setpoint entry and push E and let the pressure
settle.

4. Push C (Trim URV) to trim the upper range of
pressure applied.

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Set Fixed mA Output

Enter the necessary mA value to output from the connected
transmitter.

• Push B (Step Up 4mA) to increase mA output in

4 mA steps.

• Push C (Step Down 4mA) to decrease mA output

in 4 mA steps.

Re-range Transmitter

Change the Upper Range Value (URV) and the Lower
Range Value (LRV) of the connected transmitter from this
screen.

1. Enter the Upper Range Value (PV URV) necessary.

2. Push E to select.

3. Push C (Send) to change the URV.

4. Enter the Lower Range Value (PV LRV) necessary.

5. Push E to select.

6. Push C (Send) to change the LRV.

Device Diagnostics

Select Device Diagnostics to send the self-diagnostics
command to the connected transmitter and view the
transmitter Self Test result.

Calibrate (Ad hoc)

Calibrate (Ad Hoc) calibrates a connected HART device
without a downloaded task.

The opening screen shows the task type and
source/measure configuration for the device. The
transmitter HART configuration is copied into this
configuration screen. Correct as needed for your test.

1. Push B (PV Calibrate) to change the measure

from mA to the PV source value of the transmitter.

2. Push C (Disable/Enable Loop Power).

3. Push D (Continue) to continue to second

configuration screen. These choices are shown:

• Tolerance of Range

• Test Strategy

• Auto Settling Time

• Transfer Function

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HART Menu

These softkeys are active:

A – Linear/Square Root Selection

B – Save as Customized

C – Leak Test

D – Continue

The next screen starts the As Found Calibration. These
softkeys are active:

A – Abort

B – Manual Test

D – Auto Test

Test results show after all strategy points have recorded the
measurements. Measurements in specification show as
black. Measurements out of specification show as red.

1. Push D (Done) or A (Abort).

2. Enter the Tag ID, serial number of the device, and the
User ID.

3. Push D (Done)

Adjust

Push B (HART Adjust). These choices are shown:

• PV Zero Trim

• mA Output Trim

• Trim to Applied Values

PV Zero Trim

To set the digital pressure value of the Product to zero:

1. Push C (Trim Zero).

2. Push D (Done).

mA Output Trim

From the mA output trim screen, you can fetch the current
PV value and send this value to the transmitter to adjust the
PV to the correct mA output.

1. Starting with the 4 mA range, push A (Fetch) to

get the current measured mA value.

2. Push B (Trim 4mA) to send the measured value

for correction.

3. Push C (Next Point). The Product moves to the

20 mA range.

4. Repeat steps 1, 2, and 3.

5. When complete, push Cto return to the previous
point or D (Done).

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Trim to Applied Values

1. Enter the LRV pressure value necessary in the Setpoint
entry and let the pressure settle.

2. Push B (Trim LRV) to trim to the lower range of
pressure applied.

3. Enter the URV pressure value necessary in the
Setpoint entry and let the pressure settle.

4. Push C (Trim URV) to trim to the upper range of
pressure applied.

As Left

Push D (As Left). Repeat the procedure from As
Found.

Calibration results save to the Test Results menu.

Find Task by Tag

Downloaded tasks from DPCTrack2 or other supported
software are shown. Use the up and down arrows to scroll
through the tasks. Push B (Page Up) or C
(Page Down) where necessary. Push D (Recall) to
recall the highlighted task.

Bus Polling

Bus Polling goes back into the bus polling screen and scans
for connected HART devices.

If no HART device is found after Polling has completed,
push D (Restart Bus Polling) to restart bus polling to
search of the Product BUS for HART devices. The Product
locates the device.

Measure Mode

The measure mode has these functions:

• mA dc measure

• mA dc source

• mA dc simulate

• V dc measure

• Switch (continuity)

The lower left of the display shows the operation mode.

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Measure Mode

Current Measurement

The Product measures 0 mA to 24 mA.

Move the cursor to highlight Measure Current. Push

C to Source Current. Push D to Simulate
Current.

+–

Figure 17. VDC Measurement Connections

Volts Measurement

The Product measures 0 V dc to 30 V dc. Figure 17 shows
measurement connections for voltage measurements.

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Pressure Measurement

The Product supports the 700P and 750P series pressure
modules. See Accessories. Before you use a pressure
module, read its instruction sheet. The modules are different
in how they are used, zeroed, what types of process
pressure media are allowed, and accuracy specifications.

Figure 18 shows gage and differential modules. Differential
modules also operate in gage mode when you leave the low
fitting open to atmosphere.

To measure pressure, attach the applicable pressure
module for the process pressure you will test as described
in the module’s instruction sheet.

To measure pressure:

W Warning

To prevent personal injury, shut off the valve
and slowly bleed off the pressure before
attaching the pressure module to the pressure
line to avoid a violent release of pressure in a
pressurized system.

Low

Differential

High

Gage

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Figure 18. Gage and Differential Pressure Modules

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Measure Mode

WCaution

To prevent possible damage to the Product or
to equipment under test:

• Never apply more than 10 lb-ft. of torque

between the pressure module fittings, or
between the fittings and the body of the
module.

• Always apply correct torque between the

pressure module fitting and connecting
fittings or adapters.

• Never apply pressure above the rated

maximum printed on the pressure module.

• Use the pressure module only with

specified materials. See the printing on the
pressure module or the pressure module
instruction sheet for the acceptable
material compatibility.

Connect a pressure module to the Product as shown in
Figure 19. The pressure module shows on the display after
several seconds once installed.

The Product automatically senses the pressure module
attached and sets its range accordingly.

Note

Before doing a task that sources or measures
pressure, zero the Product.

1. With the pressure module highlighted in the third

screen, push D (Zero External) to zero the
pressure. When zeroing absolute pressure modules,
enter the current barometric pressure when the
displayed value turns to yellow highlight

2. Zero the pressure. See the module’s Instruction Sheet.
Modules can have different zeroing procedures that
depend on module type.

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Isolation

Valve

Gage

Module

Differential

Module

HL

Tank

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Figure 19. Pressure Module Connections

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Measure Mode

Autostep and Auto Ramp the Output Value

Autostep and Auto Ramp can automatically adjust the value
of source functions for pressure or current.

Autostep

To configure the Product to make a sequence of steps that
run automatically:

1. Connect the Product to the test circuit.

2. From the main screen, push A (Autostep).

3. Set the Product for the necessary source function:

• B (Pressure)

• C (Current)

4. From this screen, use the arrows, numeric keypad, and

E to change the values of Start and End Values, and
Number of Steps and time per step.

5. Select the Repeat Mode:

• B (One Time)

• C (Repetitive)

6. Select the Step Style:

• B (Sawtooth)

• C (Triangle)

7. Push D (Start).

8. The Product automatically starts the step function. The
softkey label changes to Stop Step.

9. To Push the Stop Step softkey to stop the automatic
step function.

10. Push the Done softkey to continue normal operation.

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Auto Ramp the Output

When ramped, the source sweeps up or down in value. Use
the Auto Ramp feature to verify a switch or alarm, or when a
smooth increase or decrease of the output function is
necessary. Set the Product to ramp up Pressure or Current.

1. From the main screen, push D (Auto Ramp).

2. Set the Product for the necessary source function:

• B (Pressure)

• C (Current)

3. Use the arrows, numeric keypad, and E to change

the Start Values, End Values, and Slew Rate (Ramp
Time).

4. Select the Repeat Mode:

• B (One Time)

• C (Repetitive)

5. Select the Step Style:

• B (Sawtooth)

• C (Triangle)

6. Push D (Start).

While the signal ramps, the output adjusts to the value. The
selection of endpoints and ramp time determines the size of
steps. For example, if you set the Product to ramp from
1 mV to 1 V over 10 seconds, the output adjusts in
approximately 25 mV steps. The Ramp function continues
until you get the selected limit.

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Measure Mode

Temperature Measurement

To measure temperature with an RTD probe accessory,
connect the probe into the RTD port on the right of the
Product. Make sure the correct probe type is used. Use
Fluke-720RTD, PN 4366669 or the Fluke-720URTDA,
PN 4382695.

The standard probe has a 10-inch insertion depth with a
¼-inch diameter stainless steel sheath. See Figure 20.

Note

The factory default type is PT100-385 so if the
Product is used with the Fluke 720 RTD Probe
(PN 4366669), it is not necessary to set the probe
type. Connect the probe to the Product and
configure the display to read temperature.

The display shows “OL” when the measured
temperature is outside the nominal measurement
range of the RTD function (below -40 °C or above
150 °C).

Figure 20. Temperature Probe Connection

RTD Probe

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Source mA Mode

The operation mode (for example, measure or source)
shows on the display. If the Product is not in mA source
mode, push M.

To source mA:

1. Connect the test leads as necessary.

2. Key in the necessary output value (for example, to

source 5.5 mA, push 5.5E).

3. Push E.

4. To change the output value, record a new value and

then push E.

4. To set the output value in the present source function,

push P then enter the desired value and push E.

5. To turn off sourcing completely, select another function.

Note

Use the source current function to drive a current
input device. This is different from the loop power
function in which the Product is powering a
process instrument.

4 to 20 mA Simulation

To configure the Product as a load on a current loop:

1. Move the cursor to the analog function indicator and

push D (Simulate Current).

2. Enter the necessary value.

3. Connect an external loop supply to the mA port as
shown in Figure 21.

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+

Loop

Power

Supply

+24

UUT

–

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Figure 21. Connections to Simulate a 4 to 20 mA Transmitter

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Log

Users can record a series of pressure or mA
measurements for later upload to a host computer. The
Product records a maximum of 8000 readings, depending
on the reading rate, duration, and how much memory is in
use for other functions such as tasks or stored results.
Record the reading rate and duration in minutes.

To log data:

1. From the main screen, push B (Log). Adjust

the Reading Rate and Duration with the arrow
buttons and then push E to select parameters
from the Log screen.

2. Choose the Log Source from any of the available

measured values with A, B, or C.
The log source can be internal pressure, external
pressure, mA, V dc, HART PV, or temperature.

3. For Reading Rate: push E to adjust the reading

rate from 1 /m to 60 /m.

4. For Duration: use the numeric keypad to record the

duration in minutes, followed by E. The maximum
depends on the reading rate and how much memory
is available to log data.

5. Push D (Start) to begin. The Product logs the

measured values of the selected source for the pre­selected duration. Push A (Abort) to stop
logging.

Results show after the Product logs the data. Push
A (Abort) or D (Done). If you push D
(Done), enter Tag, S/N, and a User ID. The Product
saves the results and are recalled under the
Setup>Manage Test Results menu. Upload the logged
Product data to DPCTrack2 for review in a graphical
report.

Communication with a PC

Download procedures from a PC to the Product and
upload test results to a PC from the Product. A PC,
Microsoft Windows, USB cable (supplied), and Fluke

DPCTrack2 application software, or a qualified Fluke
partner’s software are required. See the DPCTrack2
Users Manual for further instructions. See Figure 22 for

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USB Port

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Figure 22. Connection to a PC

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The Battery

The Product features a rechargeable battery. Charge the
battery while it is inside or outside of the Product. This
allows you to have more than one fully charged battery on
hand.

Charge the Battery

Before the Product is used, charge the battery. To charge
the battery while in the Product, connect the battery
charger to the Product.

The battery fully charges in 8 hours.

To charge the battery outside of the Product, see
Figure 24 for battery access:

1. Place the Product face down.

2. Lift the Product stand to expose all screws.

3. Remove the six screws with a Phillips screwdriver.

4. Pull off the back.

5. Remove the battery.

6. Connect the battery charge to the input on the
battery.

The battery charge indicator (top-right of display) shows
while the battery is outside of the Product. Solid green
bars show the level of charge on the battery. When all
bars are illuminated and solid, the battery is fully charged.
The bars progressively illuminate to show that the battery
is currently charging.

Battery Life

The battery charge indicator shows on the upper right of
the display.

Table 6 shows the typical operation time for a new, fully
charged battery. Product performance meets its
specification until the battery charge indicator reads
empty.

Table 6. Typical Battery Life

Operation Modes Battery Life

Measure, continuous 20 Hours

Measure and source,
with loop power on,
continuous

Typical intermittent
operation

10 Hours

>16 Hours

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Maintenance

Maintenance

XW Warning

To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or
personal injury:

• Have an approved technician repair the

Product.

• Do not operate the Product with covers

removed or the case open. Hazardous
voltage exposure is possible.

• Remove the input signals before you

clean the Product.

• Use only specified replacement parts.

• Run “Exhaust” before you open the battery

door.

Clean the Product

Clean the Product and pressure modules with a soft cloth
dampened with water or water and mild detergent.

WCaution

To prevent possible damage to the Product,
do not use solvents or abrasive cleansers.

Clean the Pump Valve

1. Remove the battery door (see Battery Replacement)

and locate the pump valve caps, see Figure 23 ().

2. Use a small screwdriver to remove the two valve
retention caps located in the oval shaped opening on
the underside of the Product.

3. Gently remove the spring and O-ring assembly.

4. Set aside the valve assemblies and clean out the
valve body with a cotton swab soaked in isopropyl
alcohol (IPA).

5. Repeat this process several times with a new cotton
swab until there is no sign of residue.

6. Run the pump for a few seconds.

7. Clean the O-ring assembly and O-ring on the
retention caps with IPA and inspect the O-rings
closely for any cuts, nicks, or wear. Replace if
necessary.

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8. Inspect the springs for wear or loss of tension. They
should be approximately 3.8 mm (0.15 in) long in the
relaxed state. If they are shorter, the O-ring will not
seat properly. Replace if necessary.

9. Clean and inspect all parts and then reinstall the
O-ring and spring assemblies into the valve body.

10. Reinstall the retention caps and gently tighten the
cap.

11. Seal the output of the Product and pump up the unit
to at least 50 % of its rated pressure.

12. Release the pressure and repeat several times to
ensure that the O-rings seat properly.

The Product is now ready for use.

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Figure 23. Pump Valve

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In Case of Difficulty

XW Warning

To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or
personal injury, do not use the Product if it
operates abnormally. Protection may be
impaired. When in doubt, have the Product
serviced.

If the Product does not turn on, check the battery charge.
Disconnect the battery charger. If the Product receives
power, the power button is illuminated. If the button is
illuminated, but the Product does not turn on, have the
Product serviced. See Contact Fluke.

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Battery Replacement

Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge for
the rated interval. The battery normally lasts for up to 300
charge/discharge cycles. To order a replacement battery,
see Contact Fluke and User-Replaceable Parts.

Note

Take spent batteries to a qualified recycler or
hazardous materials handler for disposal.
Contact an authorized Fluke Service Center for
recycling information.

To replace the battery, see Figure 24:

1. Push S and select Maintenance.

2. Push A(Exhaust) to release Product internal
pressure.

3. Turn the Product Off.

4. Remove test leads.

5. Make sure the Product is unplugged from its charger.

6. Turn the Product over.

7. Lift up the bail and remove the six screws with a
Phillips screwdriver.

8. Lift off the back battery cover.

9. Replace the battery.

10. Replace the back cover and screws.

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Figure 24. Replace the Battery

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Maintenance

Update Product Firmware

To update the Product firmware version:

1. Turn on the Product.

2. Connect the USB cable (provided) to a PC (see
Figure 23).

4. Click on “Find your software”.

5.

Search for “729”.

6.

On the results page, select the Software
Downloads tab.

7. Click on the necessary software link.

8. Read the instructions on this page.

9. Download the Firmware file.

10. Click on the Firmware exe file.

Calibration Data

The date of the last calibration and verification shows on
the sticker on the calibration certificate and on the
Instrument Information screen in screen in the Setup
menu. The CAL. STATUS number on the sticker should
always match the Calibration Status number in the
calibration screen. Only qualified personnel should
calibrate the Product.

Service Center Calibration or Repair

Only qualified service personnel must do calibration,
repairs, or service not included in this manual. If the
Product fails, examine the battery pack first, and replace
it if necessary.

Make sure to operate the Product in accordance with the
instructions in this manual. If the Product is faulty, send a
description of the failure with the Product. Pressure
modules do not need to accompany the Product unless
the module is faulty also. Be sure to pack the Product
securely, in the original shipping container if it is
available. See Contact Fluke and the Warranty
Statement.

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Error Messages

The Product display shows error messages when the
Product fails to meet certain conditions or there is a

Table 7. Error Messages

Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause and Solution

Too many errors Too many errors, the error queue overflow.

Cannot read file Failed to read file from file system.

Cannot recall procedure Failed to recall downloaded procedure.

Cannot store results Failed to store task results.

problem with the configuration of the Product or test. See
Table 7 to troubleshoot these issue.

Clear the errors with the Product user
interface

1. File corrupted, delete the file and try
again.

2. Data flash memory failure, the main
PCA needs service.

1. The downloaded procedure contains an

illegal configuration.

2. File corrupted, download the procedure

again.

1. Not enough space, delete some files

and run the task again.

2. Delete all results and run the task again.

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Table 7. Error Messages (cont.)

Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause

Filesystem fatal error

Cannot save screen Failed to save screen into filesystem.

Calibration error when
(name of step)

HART command failed (command
dependent explanation)

Lost connection to PCM The link to the PCM is broken.

Lost connection to EMM The link to EMM is broken.

PCM temperature too high

Failed to load filesystem from flash
memory when startup.

Calibration failed at current step.

Error returned from HART device of
previous command.

The temperature of PCM reaches its high
limit.

Data flash memory failure, the main PCA
needs service.

Not enough space, delete some files and
try again.

Make sure connection and reference are
correct and try again.

Device-dependent error, please refer to
user manual of HART transmitter.

Cycle power, if error persists, the unit
needs service.

In measure mode, let the PCM cool
down and try the task again.

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Table 7. Error Messages (cont.)

Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause

PCM pressure exceeds limit The pressure of PCM exceeds its limit. Vent pressure and do the task again.

Failed to initial DPC memory

Invalid Instrument Setup,
Default loaded

Zero offset too large, please
vent

Flash memory error Failed to initial data flash memory.

Lost connection to external
pressure module, Task
aborted

Failed to initial memory lists for
documenting.

Checksum of instrument setup failed. All
settings reset to their default values.

Pressure is higher than limit for zeroing. Vent pressure and zero the Product again.

Running task aborted, due to lost
connection to external pressure module.

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1. Clear all files and try again.

2. Data flash memory failure, the main PCA
needs service.

Cycle power, if error persists, the main PCA
needs service.

1. Make sure the external pressure module
is connected and run the task again.

2. Replace the external pressure module. If
still undetected, the Product needs
service.

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Table 7. Error Messages (cont.)

Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause

Lost connection to HART
transmitter, Task aborted

Lost connection to FC devices,
Task aborted

Lost connection to RTD, Task
aborted

Open circuit detected

Invalid Task Setting Task setting contains invalid items.

Running task aborted, due to lost
connection to HART transmitter.

Running task aborted, due to lost
connection to Fluke Connect
secondary unit.

Running task aborted because RTD
was removed.

Open circuit detected while sourcing
mA.

Make sure the transmitter is connected and
powered. Try HART polling again. After
connected, rerun the task.

Turn on the FC secondary device and make
sure FC is active. Redo the discovery
process. After connected, run the task again.

Make sure the RTD probe is connected and
run the task again.

Connect the circuit properly and try again.

Verify zero/full-scale value defined in the task
are in the range of the selected pressure
source and try again.

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Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause

Table 7. Error Messages (cont.)

Input Out Of Range Invalid input signal when calibrating.

Invalid EMM/PCM CAL
constant, Factory value
loaded

Invalid EMM/PCM CAL
constant, Default value
loaded

Checksum failed for calibration constant and
factory values are loaded.

Checksum failed for factory calibration
constant and default values are loaded.

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Make sure input signal is in the range of
the current calibration point and try again.

The unit needs service for recalibration.

The unit needs service for recalibration.

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Table 7. Error Messages (cont.)

Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause

1. The pressure volume is too large, reduce
the volume and try again.

2. The leakage of pressure volume is too

Supply Pressure Too Low

Value out of range Value input is out of range. Try to configure a valid value.

Failed to create supply pressure for the
current setpoint.

large. Test the leakage and try again.

3. Ambient pressure is lower than the negative
gauge setpoint. Change the negative gauge
setpoint to a reasonable value at current
ambient pressure.

4. The unit needs service.

Function not available

Illegal Operation Illegal operation for the current state.

Selected function is not available for the
current state.

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HART Commands

See Table 8 for Product HART commands.

Number Command Description Type

Table 8. Supported HART Commands

Number

1 Read Primary Variable Universal

2

3

8

12 Read Message Universal

13 Read Tag, Descriptor, Date Universal

14

15 Read Device Information Universal

17 Write Message Universal

18 Write Tag, Descriptor, Date Universal

Command Description

Read Loop Current and Percent
of Range

Read Dynamic Range and Loop
Current

Read Dynamic Variable
Classification

Read Primary Variable
Transducer Information

Type

Universal

Universal

Universal

Universal

20 Read Long Tag Universal

21 Read Unique Identifier Universal

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40 Enter/Exit Fixed Current Mode

41 Perform Self Test

43 Set Primary Variable Zero

44 Write Primary Variable Units

45 Trim Loop Current Zero

46 Trim Loop Current Gain

48 Read Additional Device Status

Write Primary Variable Range
Value

Common
Practice

Common
Practice

Common
Practice

Common
Practice

Common
Practice

Common
Practice

Common
Practice

Common
Practice

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Strap

Documenting Functionality

The Product uses calibration management software to
communicate with documenting software. The Product
documents As Found, As Left, and single-reading results.
Download tasks by pre-defined tag numbers and save the
results to Product memory. Review or delete these results
when necessary.

Strap

Attach the Product carrying strap as shown in Figure 25.
Adjust the straps as necessary to hang the Product on
any sturdy support.

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Figure 25. Product Strap

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Hanger Accessory

Hanger Accessory

Figure 26 shows the provided magnetic hanger
accessory.

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Figure 26. Hanger Accessory

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User-Replaceable Parts and Accessories

Table 9 lists replacement parts and accessories.

Table 9. User-Replaceable Parts and Accessories

Item No. Description Quantity Fluke P/N

1 BP729, Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1 4817068

2 Power Charger, AC/DC 1 4878453

3 Mains Adapters International (Except For China) 1 2441372

4 Line Cord, Jumper (Except China) 1 4542113

5 Power Cable (China Only) 1 2716592

6 USB Cable Assembly 1 4499448

7 AC280, Suregrip Hook Clips 1 1610115

8 Alligator Clip Set 1 3765923

9

10 TP220-1, Test Probes 1 3971276

Cable Assembly, Stackable Test Leads Set

1 3669716

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Item No. Description Quantity Fluke P/N

11 Hose, Nylon 3.3 Ft 4366602

12 Fitting, 1/8" NPT-Female X 1/4" NPT-Female 1 4366616

13 Fitting, 1/8" Tube x 1/8" NPT-Male 2 4551693

14 Fitting, 1/8" NPT-Female x M20-Female 1 4366633

15 Fitting, 1/4" BSP-Female x 1/8" NPT-Female 1 4366640

16 PTFE Tape 1 3714052

17 Filter 2 4883735

18 Softcase 1 4860790

19 Softcase Accessory 1 4821227

20 Shoulder Strap 1 4850059

21 Hanger, Dual Magnet 1 4357287

22 Magnet Strap 2 4329190

23 Strap - 9 in 1 669960

24 Liquid Contaminant Trap (optional) 1 4380747

- Calibration Certificate 1 Not Shown

- Printed Multilingual Safety Information 1 Not Shown

- Warranty Card 1 Not Shown

Table 9. User-Replaceable Parts and Accessories (cont.)

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Specifications

Pressure Specification

1-year Specification ................................................................ 0.02 % of full scale

Control Specification ............................................................... 0.005 % full scale minimum

Temperature Compensation ................................................... 15 °C to 35 °C (59 °F to 95 °F) to rated accuracy

Note: For temperatures from -10 °C to +15 °C and 35 °C to
50 °C, add 0.04 % of full scale

Electrical Specification

All specifications are valid to 110 % of range, except 24 mA source and simulate which are valid to 100 % of range.

Ranges

mA ..................................................................................... 0 mA to 24 mA

Volts .................................................................................. 0 V dc to 30 V dc

Resolution

mA Ranges ....................................................................... 1 μA

Voltage Range ................................................................... 1 mV

Accuracy ................................................................................. 0.01 % ±2 LSD all ranges (at 23 °C ±5 °C)

Temperature Compensation ................................................... 20 ppm of full scale /°C from -10 °C to +18 °C and 28 °C to

50 °C

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Loop Compliance Voltage ...................................................... 24 V dc @ 20 mA

mA Simulate External Voltage Requirement .......................... 12 V dc to 30 V dc

Temperature Measurement Only/100 Ω Pt(385) RTD ............ -50 °C to +150 °C (-58 °F to +302 °F)

Temperature Resolution ......................................................... 0.01 °C (0.01 °F)

Temperature Accuracy ............................................................±0.1 °C (0.2 °F) ±0.25 °C (±0.45 °F) combined uncertainty

when using 720 RTD probe (optional accessory)

Drive Capability .......................................................................1200 Ω without HART resistor, 950 Ω with internal HART

resistor

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Product Models

Model

Psi Range,
Resolution

Bar Range,
Resolution

kPa Range,

Resolution

Comment

729 30G

729 150G

729 300G

729 30G FC

729 150G FC

729 300G FC

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-12.0000 psi to
+30.0000 psi

-12.000 psi to
+150.000 psi

-12.000 psi to
+300.000 psi

-12.0000 psi to
+30.0000 psi

-12.000 psi to
+150.000 psi

-12.000 psi to
+300.000 psi

-0.82737 bar to
+2.06842 bar

-0.8273 bar to
+10.3421 bar

-0.8273 bar to
+20.6843 bar

-0.82737 bar to
+2.06842 bar

-0.8273 bar to
+10.3421 bar

-0.8273 bar to
+20.6843 bar

-82.737 kPa to
+206.843 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+1034.21 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+2068.43 kPa

-82.737 kPa to
+206.843 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+1034.21 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+2068.43 kPa

No wireless communication

Dry air and non-corrosive gas
only

Wireless communication for
Fluke Connect

Dry air and non-corrosive gas
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Model

Psi Range,
Resolution

Bar Range,
Resolution

kPa Range,

Resolution

Comment

729CN 200K

729CN 1M

729CN 2M

729CN 200K FC

729CN 1M FC

729CN 2M FC

729JP 200K N/A N/A

-12.0000 psi to
+30.0000 psi

-12.000 psi to
+150.000 psi

-12.000 psi to
+300.000 psi

-12.0000 psi to
+30.0000 psi

-12.000 psi to
+150.000 psi

-12.000 psi to
+300.000 psi

-0.82737 bar to
+2.06842 bar

-0.8273 bar to
+10.3421 bar

-0.8273 bar to
+20.6843 bar

-0.82737 bar to
+2.06842 bar

-0.8273 bar to
+10.3421 bar

-0.8273 bar to
+20.6843 bar

-82.737 kPa to
+206.843 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+1034.21 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+2068.43 kPa

-82.737 kPa to
+206.843 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+1034.21 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+2068.43 kPa

-82.737 kPa to
+206.843 kPa

For China, no wireless
communication

Dry air and non-corrosive
gas only

For China, wireless
communication for Fluke
Connect

Dry air and non-corrosive
gas only

For Japan, no wireless
communication

Dry air and non-corrosive
gas only

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Model

729JP 1M N/A N/A

729JP 2M N/A N/A

Psi Range,

Resolution

Bar Range,
Resolution

kPa Range,

Resolution

-82.73 kPa to
+1034.21 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+2068.43 kPa

Comment

For Japan, 1 MPa range, no
wireless communication

Dry air and non-corrosive
gas only

For Japan, 2 MPa range, no
wireless communication

Dry air and non-corrosive
gas only

729JP 200K FC N/A N/A

729JP 1M FC N/A N/A

729JP 2M FC

N/A N/A -82.73 kPa to

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+206.843 kPa

-82.73 kPa to
+1034.21 kPa

+2068.43 kPa

For Japan, wireless
communication for Fluke
Connect

Dry air and non-corrosive
gas only

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Mechanical Specification

Size (H x W x L) ..................................................................... 7.0 cm x 27.9 cm x 17.3 cm (2.75 in x 11.0 in x 6.8 in)

Weight .................................................................................... 2.95 kg (6.5 lb)

Environmental Specification

Operating Temperature .......................................................... -10 °C to +50 °C for measurement, 0 °C to 50 °C for pressure control

Battery will only charge from 0 °C to 40 °C

Operating Temperature with Battery ...................................... -10 °C to +40 °C

Storage Temperature ............................................................. -20 °C to +60 °C

Operating Altitude................................................................... 3000 m

Storage Altitude ...................................................................... 13 000 m

Operating Humidity................................................................. Non condensing (<10 °C)

≤90 % RH (at 10 °C to 30 °C)
≤75 % RH (at 30 °C to 40 °C)
≤45 % RH (at 40 °C to 50 °C)

Safety

General .................................................................................. IEC 61010-1, Pollution Degree 2, IEC 61010-2-030: 30 V max

Ingress Protection ................................................................. IEC 60529: IP54 (with all port seals properly fitted)

Lithium Battery ....................................................................... IEC 62133, UN 38.3; 14.4 V, 6.7Ah, 97Wh, 4ICR19/66-2 (4s2p)

Charge input 19.5 V, 1.6 A.

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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

International ................................................... IEC 61326-1: Basic Electromagnetic Environment;

CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A

Group 1: Equipment has intentionally generated and/or uses conductively-

coupled radio frequency energy that is necessary for the internal function of
the equipment itself.

Class A: Equipment is suitable for use in all establishments other than

domestic and those directly connected to a low-voltage power supply network
that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. There may be potential
difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments
due to conducted and radiated disturbances.

Caution: This equipment is not intended for use in residential environments

and may not provide adequate protection to radio reception in such
environments.

Korea (KCC) .................................................. Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & Communication Equipment)

Class A: Equipment meets requirements for industrial electromagnetic wave

equipment and the seller or user should take notice of it. This equipment is
intended for use in business environments and not to be used in homes.

USA (FCC) .................................................... 47 CFR 15 subpart B. This product is considered an exempt device per clause

15.103 (non FC versions only)

Radio Certification ......................................... (Contains) FCC ID: T68-FBLE, IC: 6627A-FBLE

Frequency ...................................................... 2402 MHz to 2480 MHz

Output Power ................................................. <100 mW

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