Fluke 917X Operating Manual

917X Series

2005, Rev. 1, 3/11

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Metrology Well

Users Guide

LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Each Fluke product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and
service. The warranty period is one year and begins on the date of shipment. Parts, product repairs, and
services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of a
Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries, or to any product which, in Fluke’s
opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions
of operation or handling. Fluke warrants that software will operate substantially in accordance with its func­tional specications for 90 days and that it has been properly recorded on non-defective media. Fluke does not
warrant that software will be error free or operate without interruption.

Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers only
but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is available
only if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the applicable interna­tional price. Fluke reserves the right to invoice Buyer for importation costs of repair/replacement parts when
product purchased in one country is submitted for repair in another country.

Fluke’s warranty obligation is limited, at Fluke’s option, to refund of the purchase price, free of charge repair, or
replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Fluke authorized service center within the warranty

period.

To obtain warranty service, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return authorization
information, then send the product to that service center, with a description of the difculty, postage and insur­ance prepaid (FOB Destination). Fluke assumes no risk for damage in transit. Following warranty repair, the
product will be returned to Buyer, transportation prepaid (FOB Destination). If Fluke determines that failure was
caused by neglect, misuse, contamination, alteration, accident, or abnormal condition of operation or handling,
including overvoltage failures caused by use outside the product’s specied rating, or normal wear and tear of
mechanical components, Fluke will provide an estimate of repair costs and obtain authorization before com­mencing the work. Following repair, the product will be returned to the Buyer transportation prepaid and the
Buyer will be billed for the repair and return transportation charges (FOB Shipping Point).

THIS WARRANTY IS BUYER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WAR­RANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. FLUKE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, INCLUDING
LOSS OF DATA, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY.

Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied warranty, or exclusion or limita­tion of incidental or consequential damages, the limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to
every buyer. If any provision of this Warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court or other decision-mak­er of competent jurisdiction, such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision.

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Table of Contents

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

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

1.2 Symbols Used ........................................................................................... 1

1.3 Safety Information ..................................................................................... 2

1.3.1 Warnings .........................................................................................................2

1.3.2 Cautions ..........................................................................................................4

1.4 CE Comments ........................................................................................... 5

1.4.1 EMC Directive .................................................................................................5

1.4.2 Immunity Testing .............................................................................................5

1.4.3 Emission Testing ............................................................................................. 6

1.4.4 Low Voltage Directive (Safety) ........................................................................6

1.5 Authorized Service Centers ...................................................................... 6

2 SpecicationsandEnvironmentalConditions .....................9

2.1 Specications ............................................................................................ 9

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

3 Quick Start ..............................................................................13

3.1 Unpacking ............................................................................................... 13

3.2 Setup....................................................................................................... 14

3.3 System Setup.......................................................................................... 15

3.4 Display .................................................................................................... 15

3.4.1 Measure ........................................................................................................15

3.5 Setting the Temperature .......................................................................... 16

3.5.1 Set-point Setup..............................................................................................16

3.6 Reference Probe (-R models only) ......................................................... 16

3.6.1 Probe Connection..........................................................................................17

3.6.2 Measure Temperature ...................................................................................17

4 PartsandControls .................................................................19

4.1 Back panel .............................................................................................. 19

4.2 Front panel .............................................................................................. 20

4.3 Front Panel Display................................................................................. 22

4.4 Front Panel Buttons ................................................................................ 22

4.5 Accessories ............................................................................................. 24

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Figures

Figure 1 Probe connector wiring ...................................................................... 17

Figure 2 Metrology Well back panel view ........................................................ 19

Figure 3 Metrology Well front panel view ......................................................... 21

Figure 4 Metrology Well insert options. Probe sizes indicated in inches for A, B,
and C, and millimeters for sleeves D, E, and F except for 0.25 inch reference

holes in E and F. .............................................................................................. 25

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Tables

Table 1 International Symbols ............................................................................ 1

Table 2 Metrology Well Specications ............................................................... 9

Table 3 Built-in Readout Specications............................................................ 10

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Before You Start

1 Before You Start

1.1 Introduction

Fluke’s Hart Metrology Wells (9170, 9171, 9172, and 9173) are designed to be stable
heat sources that can be used in a laboratory or eld environment. With a calibrated
display and an optional built-in reference thermometer input (designated with “-R”),
Metrology Wells may also be used as a reference standard.

Metrology Wells feature interchangeable probe sleeves that t various sized diameter
probes.

The Metrology Wells’ controller uses a PRT sensor and thermoelectric modules or
heaters to achieve stable, uniform temperatures throughout the block.

The LCD display continuously shows many useful operating parameters including the
block temperature, block stability, heating and cooling status, and current set-point.
The temperature may be easily set with the control buttons to any desired temperature
within the calibrator’s specied range.

Metrology Wells are designed for laboratory performance that can be used anywhere.
With proper use, the instrument will provide continued accurate calibration of temper­ature sensors and devices. Before use, the user should be familiar with the warnings,
cautions, and operating procedures of the calibrator as described in the Getting Started
Guide.

Symbols Used

1.2 SymbolsUsed

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

Table 1 International Symbols

Symbol Description Symbol Description

AC (Alternating Current) PE Ground

AC-DC Hot Surface (Burn Hazard)

Battery

Complies with European Union

directives

DC On

Double Insulated Canadian Standards Association

Read the User’s Guide (Important
Information)

Off

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Safety Information

Symbol Description Symbol Description

Electric Shock C-TICK Australian EMC mark

Fuse

OVERVOLTAGE (Installation)
CATEGORY II, Pollution Degree 2
per IEC1010-1 refers to the level
of Impulse Withstand Voltage

protection provided. Equipment of

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II is
energy-consuming equipment to be
supplied from the xed installation.
Examples include household, ofce,
and laboratory appliances.

1.3 SafetyInformation

Use this instrument only as specied in this guide. Otherwise, the protection provided
by the instrument may be impaired. Refer to the safety information in the Warnings
and Cautions sections below.

The following denitions apply to the terms “Warning” and “Caution”.

●

“Warning” identies conditions and actions that may pose hazards to the user.

●

“Caution” identies conditions and actions that may damage the instrument
being used.

1.3.1 Warnings

To avoid personal injury, follow these guidelines.

The European Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

Directive (2002/96/EC) mark.

GENERAL

DO NOT use this instrument in environments other than those listed in the User’s

Guide.

Inspect the instrument for damage before each use. DO NOT use the instrument if it
appears damaged or operates abnormally.

Follow all safety guidelines listed in this guide.

Calibration equipment should only be used by trained personnel.

If this equipment is used in a manner not specied by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Before initial use, or after transport, or after storage in humid or semi-humid environ­ments, or anytime the Metrology Well has not been energized for more than 10 days,
the instrument needs to be energized for a “dry-out” period of 2 hours before it can be
assumed to meet all of the safety requirements of the IEC 1010-1. If the product is wet

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Safety Information

or has been in a wet environment, take necessary measures to remove moisture prior
to applying power such as storage in a low humidity temperature chamber operating at
50°C for 4 hours or more.

DO NOT use this instrument for any application other than calibration work. The
instrument was designed for temperature calibration. Any other use of the instrument
may cause unknown hazards to the user.

Completely unattended operation is not recommended.

DO NOT place the instrument under a cabinet or other structure. Overhead clearance
is required. Always leave enough clearance to allow for safe and easy insertion and
removal of probes.

Use of this instrument at HIGH TEMPERATURES for extended periods of time
requires caution.

Completely unattended high temperature operation is not recommended due to safety
hazards that can arise.

If the instrument is used in a manner not in accordance with the equipment design, the
operation of the Metrology Well may be impaired or safety hazards may arise.

This instrument is intended for indoor use only.

BURN HAZARD

Each Metrology Well is equipped with a Block Temperature Indicator (front panel
LED HOT indicator – U.S. Patent 7,561,058 even when the instrument is unplugged.
When the indicator is ashing, the instrument is not powered and the temperature of
the block is above 50°C. When the indicator is illuminated, always on, the instrument
is powered and the block temperature is above 50°C.

DO NOT turn the instrument upside down with the inserts in place; the inserts will
fall out.

DO NOT operate instrument in any orientation other than vertical (block opening face
up). Risk of re or burn hazard may result due to excessive heat build up.

DO NOT operate on a ammable surface or near ammable materials.

DO NOT touch the well access surface of the instrument.

The block vent may be very hot due to the fan blowing across the heater block of the
Metrology Well.

The calibration well temperature of the Metrology Well is the same as the actual dis­play temperature, for example, if the instrument is set to 700°C and the display reads
700°C, the well is at 700°C.

The air over the well can reach temperatures greater that 200°C for high temperature
(400°C and higher) Metrology Wells.

Probes and inserts may be hot and should only be inserted and removed from the
instrument when the instrument is operating at temperatures below 50°C.

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Safety Information

DO NOT turn off the instrument at temperatures higher than 100°C. This could create
a hazardous situation. Select a set-point less than 100°C and allow the instrument to
cool before turning it off.

The high temperatures present in Metrology Wells designed for operation at 300°C
and higher may result in res and severe burns if safety precautions are not observed.

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

These guidelines must be followed to ensure that the safety mechanisms in this instru­ment will operate properly. This instrument must be plugged into a 115 VAC (230
VAC optional), AC only electric outlet. The power cord of the instrument is equipped
with a three-pronged grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock haz­ards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. The
receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances. Consult a
qualied electrician. DO NOT use an extension cord or adapter plug.

If supplied with user accessible fuses, always replace the fuse with one of the same
rating, voltage, and type.

Always replace the power cord with an approved cord of the correct rating and type.

HIGH VOLTAGE is used in the operation of this equipment. SEVERE INJURY or
DEATH may result if personnel fail to observe safety precautions. Before working
inside the equipment, turn power off and disconnect power cord.

1.3.2 Cautions

To avoid possible damage to the instrument, follow these guidelines:

To properly calibrate the Metrology Well, the “Fan Limit” must be set to “Auto.”

DO NOT leave the sleeve(s) in the instrument for prolonged periods. Due to the high
operating temperatures of the instrument, the sleeves should be removed after each use
and buffed with a Scotch-Brite® pad or emery cloth (see the Maintenance section of
the Technical Guide).

Always operate this instrument at room temperature between 5°C and 50°C (41°F
and 122°F). Allow sufcient air circulation by leaving at least 6 inches (15 cm) of
clearance around the instrument. Overhead clearance is required. DO NOT place the
instrument under any structure.

DO NOT interchange inserts between Metrology Well models. The inserts provided
with the instrument as well as any additional inserts ordered are model specic.

Component lifetime can be shortened by continuous high temperature operation.

DO NOT apply any type of voltage to the switch terminals. Applying a voltage to the
terminals may cause damage to the controller.

DO NOT use uids to clean out the well. Fluids could leak into electronics and dam­age the instrument.

DO NOT introduce any foreign material into the probe hole of the insert. Fluids, etc.
can leak into the instrument causing damage.

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