Omega Products RD260A Installation Manual

User’s Guide

http://www.omega.com

e-mail: [e-mail]

RD260A RECORDER

Users Manual

OMEGAne t®On-Line Service Internet e-mail

h t t p : / / w w w.omega.com i n f o @ o m e g a . c o m

Servicing North America:

USA: One Omega Drive, Box 4047

ISO 9001 Certified Stamford, CT 06907-0047

Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]

Canada: 976 Bergar

Laval (Quebec) H7L 5A1
Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]

For immediate technical or application assistance:

USA and Canada: Sales Service: 1-800-826-6342 / 1-800-TC-OMEGA

Customer Service: 1-800-622-2378 / 1-800-622-BEST
Engineering Service: 1-800-872-9436 / 1-800-USA-WHEN
TELEX: 996404 EASYLINK: 62968934 CABLE: OMEGA

Mexico and
Latin America: Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]

En Espan˜ol: [phone]-7803 e-mail: [e-mail]

SM

SM

SM

Servicing Europe:

Benelux: Postbus 8034, 1180 LAAmstelveen, The Netherlands

Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Toll Free in Benelux: 0800 0993344
e-mail: [e-mail]

Czech Republic: ul. Rude armady 1868, 733 01 Karvina-Hranice

Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Toll Free: 0800-1-66342 e-mail: [e-mail]

France: 9, rue Denis Papin, 78190 Trappes

Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Toll Free in France: 0800-4-06342
e-mail: [e-mail]

Germany/Austria: Daimlerstrasse 26, D-75392 Deckenpfronn, Germany

Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Toll Free in Germany: 0130 11 21 66
e-mail: [e-mail]

United Kingdom: One Omega Drive, River Bend Technology Centre

ISO 9002 Cert i f i e d Northbank, Irlam, Manchester

M44 5EX, United Kingdom
Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Toll Free in United Kingdom: 0800-488-488
e-mail: [e-mail]

It is the policy of OMEGA to comply with all worldwide safety and EMC/EMI regulations that
a p p l y. OMEGA is constantly pursuing certification of its products to the European New Appro a c h
D i rectives. OMEGA will add the CE mark to every appropriate device upon cert i f i c a t i o n .

The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but OMEGA Engineering, Inc. accepts
no liability for any errors it contains, and reserves the right to alter specifications without notice.
WARNING: These products are not designed for use in, and should not be used for, patient-connected applications.

All Rights Reserved, Copyright © 1998

Notes

• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice as a result of
improvements in the instrument’s performance and functions. Display contents
illustrated in this manual may differ slightly from what actually appears on your screen.

• Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual to ensure the accuracy
of its contents. However, should you have any questions or find any errors, please
contact OMEGA Engineering.

i

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This recorder is developed to satisfy and to be used under the following conditions:

• It is a component type instrument to be installed on an instrumentation panel or
rack.

• It complies with the IEC class II safety standard.

• It complies with the EN61010-1 safety standard.

• It complies with the CSA1010-1 safety standard.

• It is based on EN55011 (EMI) Group 1, Class A (for commercial and industrial use).

• It complies with the EN50082-2 (EMS) safety standard.

General definitions of safety symbols used on the recorder and in this manual:

Make sure to comply with the following safety precautions. Not complying might result in
injury, death of personnel, or cause damage to the instrument. We assume no liability for
customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.

Where this mark is found on the In-position of bistable push control
recorder there is danger of injury
or death.
Please check the manual carefully

Power ON Alternating current

Power OFF Functional earth terminal (This

Equipment protected throughout “Protective earth terminal”.)
by double insulation or reinforced
insulation (Class II).

Out-position of bistable push control

terminal should not be used as a

WARNING

Power Supply

Ensure the source voltage matches the voltage of the power supply before turning

ON the power.

Grounding

Make sure to ground the recorder before turning on the power.

Necessity of Grounding

Grounding is necessary to prevent noise interference.

Do not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere

Do not operate the recorder in the presence of flammable liquids or vapors.
Operation of any electrical instrument in such an environment constitutes a safety

hazard.

Keep Away from Live Circuits

Inside this recorder there are areas of high voltage; therefore, never touch the

interior when the power supply is connected. The recorder has replacable parts
and subassemblies; however, the replacement must be carried out only by our
service personnel.

External Connection

Before connecting to measurement and control unit, connect the grounding wire.

ii

Using the User’s Manual

This manual contains information about the instrument’s functions and operating
procedures as well as precautions that should be observed during use. To ensure
proper use of the instrument, please read this manual thoroughly before operating it.
Keep the manual in a safe place for quick reference whenever a question arises.

Two manuals are provided with the instrument, including this User’s Manual.

Manual Name Description

User’s Manual Basic information for recorder operators.
Technical Manual Detailed technical manual for recorder engineers,

Structure of this Manual

Chapter Title Content
1 Before Operation Explains basic functions and display of the recorder, and

2 Daily Operation Contains all information needed for simple daily operation

3 Periodic Inspection About periodic inspection and clening of the recorder
4 Troubleshooting Explains the meaning of some basic error messages on

Index

including mounting, wiring and setting
information.
Read this manual first.

contains the handling precautions. Please read carefully.

of the recorder, including instructions on chart, pen and
ribbon cassette replacement

recorder display.

iii

Using the User’s Manual

Conventions Used in this Manual

Displayed characters

Bold alphanumeric characters enclosed with [ ] refer to characters or setting values that
are displayed on the screen.

Symbols

The following symbol marks are used to attract the operator’s attention.

Affixed to the instrument. Indicates danger to personnel or
instrument and the operator must refer to the User’s Manual.
ThinUser’s Manual to indicate the reference.

WARNING

CAUTION

Note

Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent injury or
death to the user.

Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent minor or
moderate injury, or damage to the instrument.

Provides important information for the proper operation of the
instrument.

iv

Contents

1

2

3

4

Index

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................................ ii

Using the User’s Manual ............................................................................................................... iii

Chapter 1 Before Operation .................................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.1 Front/Rear Panels: Functions and Display ........................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Handling Precautions ........................................................................................................... 1-3

Chapter 2 Daily Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1 Recording ............................................................................................................................. 2-1

2.2 Selecting the Display ............................................................................................................ 2-2

2.3 Recorder Modes ................................................................................................................... 2-3

2.4 Loading Chart Paper ............................................................................................................ 2-4

2.5 Installing/Replacing Pens (Pen Model).................................................................................2-6

2.6 Installing/Replacing the Ribbon Cassette (Dot Model) ......................................................... 2-8

Chapter 3 Periodic Inspection ................................................................................................................................ 3-1

3.1 Periodic Inspection ............................................................................................................... 3-1

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................... 4-1

4.1 Error Messages .................................................................................................................... 4-1

4.2 Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................... 4-2

Index....................................................................................................................................................................Index-1

v

1

Chapter 1 Before Operation

1.1 Front/Rear Panels: Functions and Display

Front Panel

5 Display

CH DATA

RCD CH UPFEEDMENU

ESC

2 Key panel

3 Chart cassette

1 Power switch

4 Status display

RCD ALM

1.Power switch (push-button type)
Pressing the switch turns the power ON and OFF.

2.Key panel (push-key type)
The panel contains the follwing five keys:

Before Operation

RCD

ESC
DISP

FEED

CH UP

RCD key

Pressing the key starts or stops the recording.

DISP key, ESC key
DISP function: Cycles through the modes of display in the order of

AUTO, MANUAL, and OFF. Also selects between the Regular Setting
and Operation modes.
If this key is pressed for three seconds, the recorder enters the Regular
Setting Mode.
ESC function: Exits from the menu in the middle of setting or selecting
procedures.

key
Selects setting parameters (numerics or command codes). Selecting
step is upward circulation.
If the recorder is a pen model, pressing this key for three seconds
causes the recorder to enter the pen-replacement mode.

FEED key, key
FEED function: The chart is fed as long as this key is being pressed.

key function: Changes the number of digits for setting numeric
values. The digit moves from high to low.

CH UP key , ENT key
CH UP function: Selects a channel for which the display shows the

screen in the MANUAL display mode.

function: Makes a parameter entry or executes a function after
selecting parameters (numerals or command codes). Pressing the key
executes the settings.

1-1

Front/Rear Panels: Functions and Display

3.Chart cassette
Contains a Z-fold chart (width: 100 mm, length: 16 m).

4.Status Display
RCD indicator: illuminated when recording of measurement values is in progress.
ALM indicator: illuminates when an alarm occurs.

5.Seven-segment character display
Used to display data, setting screen, and so on.

• Data display (left) : Displays channel No., type of alarms, and measured data.

• Setting screen (right): Displays various settings of the recorder.

Characters on Display

The display consists of seven segments, and therefore characters exist which are
difficult to display.
Characters are presented on the display as shown in the following table:

Display
Alphabet
Display
Alphabet

Rear Panel

Below, the rear panel of the dot model recorder, for more details and the rear of the pen
model recorder see the

A

BCDEFGHhI JKLl

MNOPQRSTUVWXYZ

Technical Manual,

Section 1.7,

Optional terminals

Wiring

.

1-2

Power terminal

L

N

Input terminals

1

1.2 Handling Precautions

Safety precautions

• Before you use this recorder make sure to read the Safety Precautions on page 2 of
this manual.

• Do not touch the interior of this recorder. For the replacement of parts, please
contact the dealer of which you purchased this recorder

• Turn the recorder power switch off as soon as any symptoms of malfunction such as
unusual sound, smell, or smoke yield from the recorder. Also turn the main power
switch off.
If a malfunction occurs, contact the dealer from which you purchased the instru­ment.

General handling precautions

• The recorder contains many plastic parts. To clean, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use
chemicals such as benzene or thinner, since these may cause discoloration or
damage.

• Do not bring any objects charged with static electricity near the signal terminals.
This might cause malfunction.

Before Operation

• Do not allow any volatile substances to the front or key panel. Do not allow rubber or
vinyl to remain in contact with the recorder for long periods.

• Whenever the recorder is not used, turn the power switch OFF.

1-3

2

Chapter 2 Daily Operation

2.1 Recording

Switching Power ON/OFF

The power switch is located at the lower right-hand corner of the front face behind the
door. The switch is a push-button type. Press the switch to turn the recorder ON and
press again to turn it OFF.
After the power turns ON, the recorder executes a self-diagnostic check for several
seconds before starting measurement and recording.

ON

Power Switch

OFF

Note

• The warm-up time is approximately 30 minutes; however, after the initial start-up, the recorder
might need more time.

• If the input wiring is connected parallel with other equipment, do not turn the power switch ON/
OFF to prevent fluctuations in measuring values.

Daily Operation

Starting/Stopping Recording

Press the RCD key to start or stop the recording.

Feeding Chart Paper

The chart paper is fed by pressing the FEED key as long as the key is pressed.
See also Section 2.4,

Loading Chart Paper

.

2-1

2.2 Selecting the Display

Three different displays can be selected: Auto, Manual, and dislay OFF.
If the DISP key is pressed you the recorder will change the display modes in the order of
AUTO > MANUAL > OFF,
Note that manual display can’t be selected on the 1-pen model.

Auto Display

Channel number and measured values will appear on the display.
Every channel will be shown for approximately 2 sec. If the input is greater than the
upper limit of the recording span, – – – – will appear.
If the input is less than the lower limit of the recording span, – – – – – will appear.

Measured Value (5 digits)

Type of Alarm (1 digit)*

Channel Number(1 digit)

*Type of alarm

: high limit
: low limit

Manual Display

Pen model

The measured values of specified channels are alternately displayed every two seconds.
The contents of the display are the same as that of auto mode.

Display OFF

Characters on Display

2-2

Dot-printing model (Dot model)

The measured values of specified channels are alternately displayed every measure­ment cycle. The contents of the display are the same as that of auto mode.

Pressing the CH UP key changes the channel No. being displayed (channel No. in­creases).
Manual display can’t be selected on the 1-pen model.

Turns OFF all displays except the status display.

The display consists of seven segments, and therefore characters exist which are
difficult to display.
Characters are presented on the display as shown in the following table:

Display
Alphabet
Display
Alphabet

A

BCDEFGHhI JKLl

MNOPQRSTUVWXYZ

2

2.3 Recorder Modes

The recorder has three modes as described below:

Operation Mode

This is the mode for daily operation; when the power turns on, the recorder automatically
enters this mode.
Select from the following functions by pressing the appropriate keys on the key panel.

key Replacement of pens (pen model only). See Section2.5.

RCD key Starting/stopping the recording.
FEED key Feeding the chart. See Section 2.1,
DISP key Selection from the modes on display. See Section1.1.

Regular Setting Mode

In this mode, daily-used data such as alarm setpoints, date, and time are set. Pressing
the DISP key three seconds in the operation mode changes the mode to the Regular
Setting mode. For details, refer to the

Basic (SETUP) Setting Mode

In the Basic (SETUP) Setting Mode, you can adjust a whole range of detailed settings
such as the pen’s position, dot printing postion and color, the noise input filter, and
remote trigger settings. For details, refer to the

Note

While in the Basic (SETUP) mode, measurement, recording, and alarm detection are not carried
out. Using the settings protection function, you can protect your settings by defining a password
when you enter the Regular or Basic (SETUP) mode. For details on the settings protection
function, see the

Technical Manual

Technical Manual

Section 3.12.

Feeding Chart Paper.

Section 2,

Technical Manual

Regular Settings

Section 3.

Daily Operation

.

Turning the Recorder Modes ON

Power ON

Operation

mode

Mode changes to the other by pressing
the DISP key for three seconds.

Regular

Setting mode

Turning the Recorder Modes OFF

Power ON

Operation

mode

*1

*1 Mode changes to the other by pressing

the DISP key for three seconds.

*1

Password

Regular

Setting mode

Power ON while pressing

the CH UP (ENT) key.

Basic

SET UP mode

Leaving the Basic SET UP
mode is done by the
SET UP END procedure.

Power ON while pressing

the CH UP (ENT) key.

SET UPQUIT

Password

Basic

SET UP mode

Leaving the Basic SET UP
mode is done by SET UP
END procedure.

2-3

2.4 Loading Chart Paper

Stoppers

Installing / Replacing Chart Paper

1. Open the front door of the recorder, as shown below.

2. Make sure that recording is OFF. Power may be ON.

3. Riffle the chart thoroughly before loading.

4. While gently pressing the chart-cassette stoppers, located at both front ends of the
cassette, lift and draw the cassette out of the recorder case.

2-4

5. Open the chart retainer backward on the cassette.

6. Pull and open the front transparent chart guide.

Chart retainer

Chart guide (transparent plastic plate)

CAUTION

• If you replace the chart paper compartment back into the unit without closing the
front transparent chart guide, the lock tabs might be damaged.

2

Loading Chart Paper

7. Load the chart paper into the chart compartment; the small perforations should be at
the left-hand. Make sure that the sprocket teeth of the chart drives are properly
engaged in the chart paper perforations. Take care not to load the chart paper
backwards.

Small perforations

8. Close the chart retainer.

9. Close the chart guide (transparent plastic plate).

Daily Operation

Close the front transparent chart guide
before you start recording.

10.Replace the chart cassette back into the recorder case; hang the knurls of the
cassette to the grooves of the case, and move the cassette to trap the stopper.

11.Press the FEED key on the key panel to assure that the chart moves two or more
folds smoothly into the chart receiver. If it moves unsteadily, do the installing proce­dure again from step (4).

Note

A red band with a ‘RENEW CHART’ notice appears when the chart nears to its end (length of
remaining chart is approximately 40 cm) to suggest you to prepare a new chart.

2-5

2.5 Installing/Replacing Pens (Pen Model)

CAUTION

• Do not press or pinch the felt tip to prevent deformation. Do not move the pen
holder up- or down-scale to protect the driving mechanism.

• Always make sure to remove the pen cap before installation.

Simple replacement

1. Open the front door, and make sure that recording is OFF. Power may be ON.

2. Pull and open the display around the hinge.

CAUTION

• Please take care not to apply any undue pressure in an upward or downward
direction to the display, to prevent strain on the hinges.

• Do not force the display open any further than about 100° from being closed.

3. Pull out the pen-cartridge by pulling the protruding part of the cartridge from the pen
holder.

Pen holder

Felt pen

1st pen : red
2nd pen : green
3rd pen : blue

2-6

4. Remove the cap from a new felt-tip pen, and insert the pen firmly to the pen holder.

5. Press the RCD key to restart the recording.

2

Installing/Replacing Pens (Pen Model)

Replacement under pen-replacement mode

When a pen is located at a place where its replacement is difficult to do, relocate the pen
by the following procedures:

1. Make sure that recording is OFF. The main Power switch must be ON.

2. Press the

3. Press the
the center of the scale where the pens can be easily replaced.
Note that a line is drawn on the chart when the pens move.

4. Replace the pen according to the ‘simple replacement’ 2, 3, and 4 described above.

5. After pen replacement the indicator shows [End], then press the ENT key.

6. To restart recording, press the RCD key.

key for three seconds to display [C_Pen], and press the ENT key.
key to display [Yes], and press the ENT key. The pens will move near to

Daily Operation

2-7

2.6 Installing/Replacing the Ribbon Cassette (Dot
Model)

CAUTION

• Improper cassette insertion may cause faulty print color or damage the cassette.

1. Open the front door, and make sure that power is switched OFF.

2. Open the display by pulling its left end.

CAUTION

• Please take care not to apply any undue pressure in an upward or downward
direction to the display, to prevent strain on the hinges.

• Do not force the display open any further than about 100° from being closed.

3. Hold the printer carriage, and move it to the right.

4. Hold the left-hand part of the ribbon cassette, and pull it out from the recorder case.

Ribbon cassette

Printer carriage

5. Insert a new ribbon cassette into the cassette holder; first, insert the right-hand part,
next the left-hand part. Check that the cassette is properly engaged with the cassette
holder snap.
If the cassette is not engaged with the holder properly, turn the ribbon feeding knob in
the direction of the arrow to fit the peg to the driving hole of the holder.

6. To check that the cassette is properly inserted, turn the left-hand knob in the direction
of the arrow a half or more turning.

7. If the ribbon loosens, turn the knob in the direction of the arrow to tighten it.

8. Turn the display back to the normal position.

2-8

3

Chapter 3 Periodic Inspection

3.1 Periodic Inspection

Check the following items periodically, and replace parts, if necessary:

Character printing

Are recorded lines or printed characters clear, not blurred?

To replace a felt-tip pen, refer to the

; also, refer to

Pens

to replace the ribbon cassette of a dot-printing model.

Chart paper

Is there enough chart paper left in the chart compartment ?
Remaining chart length (cm) is printed on the left margin of the chart at intervals of 20

cm. See also

Indication of Remaining Chart Length:

Remaining chart length

User’s Manual

User’s Manual

User’s Manua

Section 2.6

Section 2.4

l Section 2.5

Installing/Replacing Ribbon Cassette

Loading Chart Paper

Installing/Replacing

.

Maintenance

Cleaning the Carriage Shafts (Dot Model)

To maintain proper recording functions, it is recommended to, if necessary, wipe up

dust from the shaft of the printer carriage with a piece of soft cloth or paper without
fluffing.

Shaft

3-1

Chapter 3 Periodic Inspection

3.2 Fuse

Don’t replace the fuse by yourself. Never take the recorder apart if the fuse needs to be
replaced.

Contact your nearest Omega sales representative if the fuse needs to re replaced.

Fuse Ratings

Rated Voltage: 250V
Rated Current 1.25A
Type: Time Lag
Approved Standard: IEC/VDE

3-2

4

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

4.1 Error Messages

Error Code List

Please contact the dealer from which you purchased this recorder in case the following
errors appear. See the

Error Codes Meaning Recovery

Main memory reading error.
Main memory writing error.
A/D converter memory reading error.
A/D converter memory writing error.
Calibration data error of A/D converter.
System ROM failure.
System RAM failure.
Ribbon shift, ribbon feed failure (dot model).
Printer failure (dot model).
Range memory reading/writing error.
System failure.
Entered value exceeds allowable setting range.

Technical Manual

, Section 6, for more error messages.

Contact OMEGA Engineering.

Enter correct data.

Troubleshooting

4-1

4.2 Troubleshooting

See the

Technical Manual

, Section 6, for more troubleshooting information.

Recorder is completely inoperative:

Is the power switch ON?

Does the switch turn

properly?

YES

Is the power supply

properly connected?

YES

Does the power

meet the specified rating?

YES

Contact OMEGA Engineering.

NO

NO

NO

Turn the switch on properly

Connect the supply lines properly.

Supply the power with specified
voltage/frequency.

4-2

Index

Index

Index

A

ALM indicator ....................................................................1-2

B

Basic (SETUP) Setting Mode............................................2-3

C

C_Pen ...............................................................................2-7

Carriage Shat Cleaning (Dot Model) ................................. 3-1

Cassete (Ribbon) Installing/Replacement.........................2-8

CH UP key ........................................................................ 1-1

Characters on Display.......................................................1-2

Copyright............................................................................... i

D

DISP key ...........................................................................1-1

Display

Auto ............................................................................ 2-2

Characters ..................................................................1-2

Manual ........................................................................ 2-2

of Status .....................................................................1-2

Turning OFF ............................................................... 2-2

Dot Printing ....................................................................... 2-2

E

ENT key ............................................................................ 1-1

Error Messages.................................................................4-1

ESC key ............................................................................1-1

F

FEED key .......................................................................... 1-1

Feeding Chart Paper.........................................................2-1

Functions .......................................................................... 1-1

O

Operation Mode ................................................................ 2-3

P

Pen Model Recorder .........................................................2-2

Pens, Installing/Replacing (Dot Model) ...................... 2-6, 2-7

R

RCD indicator....................................................................1-2

RCD key............................................................................1-1

Rear Panel ........................................................................1-2

Regular Setting Mode ....................................................... 2-3

Ribbon Cassette, Installing/Replacing .............................. 2-8

S

Safety Precautions ........................................................ ii, 1-3

Starting/Stopping Recording .............................................2-1

Index

Index-1

WARRANT Y/DISCLAIMER

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of 25 months f rom date of purchase. OMEGA Warranty adds an additional one (1) month grace
period to the normal two (2) year product war r a n t y to cover handling and shipping time. This
ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum coverage on each product.

If the unit malfunctions, it must be re t u rned to the factory for evaluation. OMEGA’s Customer Serv i c e
D e p a rtment will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written re q u e s t .
Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be re p a i red or replaced at no
c h a rge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the purc h a s e r, includ­ing but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing, operation outside of design limits,
i m p roper re p a i r, or unauthorized modification. This WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of
having been tampered with or shows evidence of having been damaged as a result of excessive corro s i o n ;
or current, heat, moisture or vibration; improper specification; misapplication; misuse or other operating
conditions outside of OMEGA’s c o n t rol. Components which wear are not warranted, including but not
limited to contact points, fuses, and triacs.

OMEGA is pleased to offer suggestions on the use of its various products. However,
OMEGA neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors nor assumes liability for any
damages that result from the use of its products in accordance with information provided by
OMEGA, either verbal or written. OMEGA warrants only that the parts manufactured by it will be
as specified and free of defects. OMEGA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR
R E P R E S E N T ATIONS OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THAT OF TITLE,
AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT­NESS FOR A P A R TICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. LIMITATION OF
L I A B I L I T Y : The remedies of purchaser set forth herein are exclusive, and the total liability of
OMEGA with respect to this or d e r, whether based on contract, war r a n t y , negligence,
indemnification, strict liability or otherwise, shall not exceed the purchase price of the
component upon which liability is based. In no event shall OMEGA be liable for
consequential, incidental or special damages.

CONDITIONS: Equipment sold by OMEGA is not intended to be used, nor shall it be used: (1) as a “Basic
Component” under 10 CFR 21 (NRC), used in or with any nuclear installation or activity; or (2) in medical
applications or used on humans. Should any Product(s) be used in or with any nuclear installation or
a c t i v i t y, medical application, used on humans, or misused in any way, OMEGA assumes no re s p o n s i b i l i t y
as set forth in our basic WA R R A N TY/DISCLAIMER language, and, additionally, purchaser will indemnify
OMEGA and hold OMEGA h a rmless from any liability or damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the
P roduct(s) in such a manner.

RETURN REQUEST S / INQUIRIES

Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA Customer Service Department. BEFORE
RETURNING ANY PRODUCT(S) TO OMEGA, PURCHASER MUST OBTAIN AN AUTHORIZED RETURN
(AR) NUMBER FROM OMEGA’S CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPA RTMENT (IN ORDER TO AV O I D
PROCESSING DELAYS). The assigned AR number should then be marked on the outside of the return
package and on any correspondence.

The purchaser is responsible for shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to prevent
breakage in transit.

FOR WARRANTY RETURNS, please have the
following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:

1 . P u rchase Order number under which the pro d-

uct was PURCHASED,

2. Model and serial number of the product under
warranty, and

3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems
relative to the product.

OMEGA’s policy is to make running changes, not model changes, whenever an improvement is possible. This affords our
customers the latest in technology and engineering.

OMEGA is a registered trademark of OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.
© Copyright 1998 OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. All rights reserved. This document may not be copied, photocopied, re p ro-

duced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form, in whole or in part, without the prior
written consent of OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.

FOR NON-WARRANTY REPAIRS,
for current repair charges. Have the following
information available BEFORE contacting OMEGA:

1. Purchase Order number to cover the COST
of the repair,

2. Model and serial number of the product, and

3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems
relative to the product.

consult OMEGA

W h e re Do I Find Everything I Need for

P rocess Measurement and Control?

OMEGA…Of Course!

T E M P E R AT U R E

Thermocouple, RTD & Thermistor Probes, Connectors, Panels & A s s e m b l i e s
Wi re: Thermocouple, RTD & Thermistor
Calibrators & Ice Point Refere n c e s
R e c o rders, Controllers & Process Monitors
I n f r a red Pyro m e t e r s

PRESSURE, STRAIN AND FORCE

Transducers & Strain Gauges
Load Cells & Pre s s u re Gauges
Displacement Tr a n s d u c e r s
I n s t rumentation & A c c e s s o r i e s

F L O W / L E V E L

Rotameters, Gas Mass Flowmeters & Flow Computers
Air Velocity Indicators
Turbine/Paddlewheel Systems
Totalizers & Batch Contro l l e r s

p H / C O N D U C T I V I T Y

pH Electrodes, Testers & A c c e s s o r i e s
Benchtop/Laboratory Meters
C o n t rollers, Calibrators, Simulators & Pumps
Industrial pH & Conductivity Equipment

D ATA ACQUISITION

Data Acquisition & Engineering Software
Communications-Based Acquisition Systems
Plug-in Cards for Apple, IBM & Compatibles
Datalogging Systems
R e c o rders, Printers & Plotters

H E AT E R S

Heating Cable
Cartridge & Strip Heaters
Immersion & Band Heaters
Flexible Heaters
Laboratory Heaters

E N V I R O N M E N TA L
MONITORING AND CONTROL

Metering & Control Instru m e n t a t i o n
R e f r a c t o m e t e r s
Pumps & Tu b i n g
A i r, Soil & Water Monitors
Industrial Water & Wastewater Tre a t m e n t
pH, Conductivity & Dissolved Oxygen Instru m e n t s

M3287/0299