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1. Fig 9 c Hold down the ED button while pressing the on off power control switch The instrument is now in adjustment service mode 38 123943 03 ee Press c or 62 to toggle between the different options CNI TIN TUE Loot tt cge Press to accept your selection To exit the adjustment service mode switch the instrument off and on again using the power control switch 123943 03 39 8 2 1 Adjusting the calibration date Adjust the date by toggling through the available days months and years Begin by selecting the required day as shown below ee Press c or 62 select the required day in the interval 1 31 cge Press to accept your selection cg Press c or 62 to select the required month from JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC EU E M H 1 C dH IN y e Li iL CE Press to accept your selection gt Press cC 62 to select a year between 2002 2025 40 123943 03 FE Press PE to accept your selection The day will be adjusted if necessary to ensure the legality of the date the A month and year will flash cg Press to accept the date or ESC cg press to cancel the whole selection 8 2 2 Calibrating adjusting the instrument The internal calibration adjustment is a complex function which is divided into a number of different steps The instrument will disclose the first calibration temperature by
2. DOWN ARROW button used to adjust temperature values value decreases and to select menu options ESC MENU button used to escape or to activate the menu system hold button down for min 2 seconds AUTO STEP button used to activate AUTO STEP The function is used to switch between a series of set temperatures automatically 3 3 Display The various segments of the display are used to indicate the following cf Fig 2 POS Description Used to display Read temperature and parameters in the menu system Celsius temperature unit for top display Fahrenheit temperature unit for top display Fahrenheit temperature unit for bottom display 0 Celsius temperature unit for bottom display a Minute time unit for bottom display 2 Used to display set temperature time until stable and parameter values in the menu system 123943 03 3 AUTO STEP symbol used to indicate that the function is active symbol flashes repeatedly Check mark displayed when the calibrator is stable 3 4 Connections The instrument is designed for the following connections cf Fig 1 POS Description Connection of RS232 cable 3 5 Calibrator functions overview The instrument s functions are divided into hierarchical groups See the key diagram in Fig 3 3 6 Selecting the set temperature cg Press c or 62 The current set temperature flashes the starting point is the last chosen set temperature even if the instrum
3. Emissivity 123943 03 ETC 400 R 400 C 752 F 5 C 41 F ambient temperature 0 C 32 F 28 C 82 4 F ambient temperature 23 C 73 4 F 45 C 113 F ambient temperature 40 C 104 F 1 or 0 1 C 1 8 or 0 18 F 0 3 C 0 54 F 0 5 C 0 9 F 0 4 rdg 1 C 0 4 rdg 1 8 F 28 to 200 C 82 to 392 F 2 min 200 to 400 C 392 to 752 F 3 min 3 minutes 400 to 200 C 752 to 392 F 9 min 200 to 50 C 392 to 122 F 24min 0 96 49 Electrical specifications Specifications Power supply VAC Power consumption max Power supply VAC 115VAC 45 65Hz 230VAC 45 65Hz Power consumption max Model ETC 125 A Multivoltage 115VAC and 230VAC 47 63Hz 115 V 90 132 and 230 V 180 264 75 VA ETC 400 A R 90 127 180 254 350 W Mechanical specifications Specifications Weight Dimensions LxWxH Operating temp Storage temp Humidity range Protection class 50 Model ETC 125 A 1 75 kg 3 86 Ib 172 x 72 x 182 mm 6 8 x 2 8 x 7 2 inch 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F 20 to 50 C 4 to 122 F 0 to 90 RH IP10 123943 03 Weight Dimensions LxWxH Operating temp Storage temp Humidity range Protection class ETC 400 A R 1 58 kg 3 5 lb ETC 400 A 1 7 kg 3 7 Ib ETC 400 R 172 x 72 x 182 mm 6 8 x 2 8 x 7 2 inch 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F 20 to 50 C 4 to 122 F 0 to 90 RH IP10 Additi
4. se Press c or 62 to set the max temperature in steps of 0 1 C or 0 1 F If the current set temperature is higher than the new max temperature you will need to adjust the set temperature The instrument will immediately begin to cool if required as soon as the new max temperature is accepted cg Press to accept your selection gt If you wish to exit SETUP simply press E gt 4 5 3 Adjusting the extra stability time The extra stability time is the amount of extra time you wish to elapse before the checkmark symbol is displayed after the calibrator has stabilised FE Press c or 62 to set the time to anywhere between 0 and 20 minutes cg Press to accept your selection 24 123943 03 4 5 4 Adjusting the temperature resolution Se Press c or 62 to select the required number of decimals cg Press to accept your selection 123943 03 25 4 6 Calibrating IR thermometers ETC 400 R only Warning e Do never allow any foreign material to come in contact with the target unit surface as the emission factor of the target unit might change Do not touch the target unit surface and the grid plate they may be very hot Se Press or 62 to select the required test temperature The starting point is the last chosen test temperature even if the instrument has been switched off cg ros gt to accept the change or 2 to cancel The calibrator will now heat up cool down The top dis
5. displaying the text TEMP 1 XXX C for approx 1 second Calibration temperature for calibrators ETC 125 A 1 8 C 17 6 F 2 0 C 32 F 3 50 C 122 F 4 100 C 212 F 5 125 C 257 F 123943 03 41 ETC 400 A R 50 C 122 F 100 C 212 F 200 C 392 F 300 C 572 F 400 C 752 F Oe O N a The instrument will now heat up cool down to reach the first calibration temperature MIRE L JU r nun StL Se Once the calibrator is stable you need to enter the reference temperature found using the reference thermometer The calibration temperature is suggested as a reference point VIE This procedure is repeated for TEMP 2 TEMP 3 TEMP 4 and TEMP 5 All five calibration temperatures and associated reference temperatures have now been entered The instrument will now check whether the reference temperatures which have been entered are within the permitted tolerances Permitted tolerances e ETC 125 A 400 A 400 R 0 2 C 0 36 F 42 123943 03 If the calibrator is found to be within the permitted tolerances the instrument will display the text OK at the top of the display The text Cont will flash in the bottom of the display to indicate that you may continue without adjustments IL LINN Jays cpm LLL If the instrument detects excessive deviations for one or more steps it will show a screen reading ERR in the top of the display The text Adu will fl
6. MAX The highest permissible temperature for 2j the calibrator D IH IL Add Extra time which must elapse once the well is stable before the check mark symbol is displayed RE SUL Temperature resolution of 0 or 1 decimal cg fS to select the SETUP parameter you wish to change The current value will flash cg Press or 62 to select the required value cq Press to accept your selection or Gap to cancel and return to the previous value cq Once you have changed all SETUP parameters as required cancel the function by pressing FE twice 123943 03 11 4 0 After use Caution Hot surface e Do not touch the well the insertion tube or the grid plate they may be very hot e Do not touch the tip of the sensor when it is removed from the insertion tube well it may be very hot ETC 125 A only e Never leave hot insertion tubes which have been removed from the calibrator unsupervised they may constitute a fire hazard Caution e The insertion tube must always be removed from the calibrator after use The humidity in the air may cause verdigris to form on the insertion tube inside the instrument There is a risk that the insertion tube may become stuck if this is allowed to happen The following routine must be observed before the insertion tube is removed and the instrument turned off cf Fig 1 1 12 If the calibrator has been heated up to temperatures above 100 C 212 F you
7. accuracy e Do not operate this instrument without a properly grounded power cord e Donotuse this instrument for any application other than calibration work e The calibration instruments should only be used by TRAINED PERSONNEL 123943 03 A Caution Hot surface This symbol is engraved in the well of the ETC 400 A and in the grid plate of the ETC 125 A 400 R e Do not touch the well the insertion tube the grid plate or the target unit they may be very hot amp Note The product liability only applies if the instrument is subject to a manufacturing defect This liability becomes void if the user fails to follow the maintenance instructions set out in this manual or uses unauthorised spare parts 123943 03 3 0 Setting up the calibrator 3 1 Receipt of the calibrator When you receive the instrument e Carefully unpack and check the calibrator and the accessories e Check the parts off against the list shown below If any of the parts are missing or damaged please contact the dealer who sold the calibrator You should receive e 1 calibrator e 1 mains power cable e 1 insertion tube ETC 125 A only e 1 tool for insertion tube ETC 125 A only e 1 traceable calibration certificate 8 123943 03 e 1 user and reference manual e 1 RS 232 serial cable e 1 shoulder strap e 1 CD ROM containing the software package O JOFRACAL e 1 CD ROM containi
8. by the manufacturer e non original parts are used in any way when operating the instrument Ametek Denmark s liability is restricted to errors which originated from the factory If the calibrator detects an error during operation the instrument will terminate all functions and display an error code ERROR Likely cause Defective RTD sensor or excessively high temperature measured by the instrument s internal sensor Solution The calibrator should be returned to the manufacturer for service ERROR pone Likely cause The calibration coefficients have not been accepted Solution Try again If the error message returns the calibrator should be returned to the manufacturer for service 123943 03 33 ERROR 0003 Likely cause An error has occurred in the control circuit Solution The calibrator should be returned to the manufacturer for service Nothing happens when the power control switch on off switch is pressed Likely cause There is no power to the calibrator Solution Check that the calibrator is correctly connected If there are no problems with the mains cable the calibrator should be returned to the manufacturer for service 34 123943 03 7 0 Returning the calibrator for service When returning the calibrator to the manufacturer for service please enclose a fully completed service information form Simply copy the form on the following page and fill in the required information The cali
9. ice crystals may form on the insertion tube and the well This in turn may cause verdigris to form on the material To prevent this from happening simply heat up the calibrator to 50 C 122 F Remove the insertion tube from the calibrator using the tool for insertion tube supplied with the instrument as shown in Fig 8 123943 Caution e The insertion tube must always be removed from the calibrator after use The humidity in the air may cause verdigris to form on the insertion tube inside the instrument There is a risk that the insertion tube may become stuck if this is allowed to happen e The insertion tube must be removed to avoid damage to the instrument if the calibrator is to be transported long distances e Never leave hot insertion tubes which have been removed from the calibrator unsupervised unauthorized personnel might pick up insertion tubes causing severe burns 03 31 ETC 400 R only When the ETC 400 Ris not in use it is advisable to store the calibrator in the carrying case Caution e You must ensure that the instrument has cooled down to a temperature below 100 C 212 F before placing it in the carrying case 32 123943 03 6 0 Errors Warning The calibrator must be switched off before any attempt to service the instrument is made 1 Note Ametek Denmark s liability ceases if e parts are replaced repaired using spare parts which are not identical to those recommended
10. must wait until the instrument reaches a temperature below 100 C 212 F before you switch it off If the calibrator has reached a temperature below 0 C 32 F it should be heated momentarily to a temperature of 50 C 122 F Turn off the calibrator using the power control switch pos 4 Remove the insertion tube from the calibrator using the tool supplied with the instrument 123943 03 Reference manual Temperature Calibrator JOFRA ETC 125 A 400 A 400 R Copyright 2005 AMETEK DENMARK A S 123943 UK List of contents 1 0 Introduction 4 2 0 Safety instructions 6 3 0 Setting up the Calibrator eene 8 3 1 Receipt of the calibrator 8 3 2 Preparing the Calibrator sssem 10 3 3 Choice of insertion tube correct bore in well 11 3 4 Inserting the sensor 13 4 0 Operating the calibrator rer 14 4 1 Keyboard display and connections 14 4 2 Starting the calibrator kernerne 17 4 3 Selecting the set temperature ssssseee 17 4 4 Using the AUTO STEP ui 19 4 5 Using the MENU 22 4 5 1 Adjusting the temperature unit 23 4 5 2 Adjusting the max temperature ssesss 24 4 5 3 Adjusting the extra stability time 24 4 5 4 Adjusting the temperature r
11. starting point is the last chosen set temperature even if the instrument has been switched off re to accept the change or 2 to cancel The calibrator will now heat up cool down 123943 03 17 18 The top display continuously shows the read temperature The bottom display shows either the set temperature or the estimated time in whole minutes until the calibrator will be stable When the calibrator is stable the display will show the checkmark symbol The instrument will emit an audible alarm and the estimated time until stable will be replaced by the set temperature 123943 03 44 Using the AUTO STEP AUTO STEP is used to step automatically between a range of different calibration temperatures This is useful when calibrating sensors in places which are hard to reach and when calibrating sensors for which the output is displayed in a different location The function can be illustrated using the following example t min o Calibrator stable A Calibrator starts working towards next temperature Fig 6 cg Press E o S The ST symbol for AUTO STEP flashes to indicate that the function is active er The function can be cancelled at any time by pressing ED 123943 03 19 Press C 62 to select the required number of steps minimum 2 steps maximum 9 steps Press to accept your selection S Press to accept your selection Repeat the above procedure for all temperature steps 20 Pres
12. 36 60F137 60F138 60F139 60F140 60F141 60F142 60F143 123958 123939 123938 124045 124004 124915 124591 124592 65 PT100 150 SPEC 123943 03
13. Jofra ETC 400 R ISO 9001 certified Ametek Denmark A S was awarded the ISO 9001 certificate in September 1994 by BVQI Bureau Veritas Quality International ISO 9001 4 123943 03 SS CE label Your new calibrator bears the CE label and conforms to the EMC directive and the Low voltage Directive amp Technical assistance Please contact the dealer from whom you acquired the instrument if you require technical assistance Guarantee According to current terms of sale and delivery This guarantee only covers defects in manufacture and becomes void if the instrument has been subject to unauthorised intervention and or misuse 123943 03 5 2 0 Safety instructions e Read this manual carefully before using the instrument Please follow the instructions and procedures described in this manual They are designed to allow you to get the most out of your calibrator and avoid any personal injuries and or damage to the instrument Warning e The calibrator must not be used for any purposes other than those described in this manual e The calibrator is designed for interior use only and should not be used in risk prone areas where vapour or gas leaks etc may constitute an explosives hazard Neither should the calibrator be operated in an excessively dusty or dirty environment e Avoid knocking bumping or dropping the instrument This can cause permanent damage to the instrument and loss of
14. K DENMARK A S 123943 UK 29 09 2005 FIG 3 H Y p Iti at cu lt giu es SET TEMP gn c EE Le D AUTO STEP ED ST E ew Y TEMP La 1 MHX 1i531H JL Add Lx I SI 29 09 2005 FIG 4 AUTO STEP Re Ode de gd Ln l I P I 9 jw 0 3 gt LJ lt 29 09 2005 FIG 5 _ ESC 1 La 0 2 sek E SETU T MAX un it TEMP 29 09 2005 29 09 2005 List of contents 1 0 INEFOCUCTION aieo do eee ang 2 2 0 Safety instructions eere 3 3 0 Operating the calibrator 6 3 1 Before se uincere rdg 6 3 2 derer jio ES 8 3 03 DIS 0 FN RL Une CR art ae eed a 8 3 Connections rtt f oet tee IT nest ete Um 9 3 5 Calibrator functions overview 9 3 6 Selecting the set temperature 9 aur AUTO STEP sasssa lama i Sif li di pietate teens dei ri da 10 MENU a ilinn A ta Rate 11 4 0 After US sera sas sens an cn ae 12 123943 03 1 1 0 Introduction ETC calibrators are temperature calibrators designed to calibrate temperature sensors Read this manual carefully before using
15. User and Reference manual Temperature Calibrator JOFRA ETC 125 A 400 A 400 R Copyright 2005 AMETEK DENMARK A S 123943 UK About this manual e The structure of the user and reference manual The user manual sets out the operating instructions for the instrument It is designed to provide a quick reference guide for use in the field The reference manual is aimed at users who are familiar with Ametek calibrators as well as those who are not The manual is divided into 10 chapters which describe how to set up operate service and maintain the calibrator The technical specifications are described and accessories may be ordered from the list of accessories Safety symbols This manual contains a number of safety symbols designed to draw your attention to instructions which must be followed when using the instrument as well as any risks involved Warning Events which may compromise the safe use of the instrument and result in considerable personal or material damage Caution Events which may compromise the safe use of the instrument and result in slight personal or material damage gt e Note Special situations which demand the user s attention 123943 03 29 09 2005 List of contents User manual English Reference manual English 29 09 2005 123943 03 User manual Temperature Calibrator JOFRA ETC 125 A 400 A 400 R Copyright 2005 AMETE
16. ash in the bottom of the display to indicate that an adjustment is required Accept by pressing 2B ES Press to cancel the adjustment function cq Press c to go back to a previous screen and press to repeat an adjustment step when it is shown on the display gt Press 62 to toggle between AdJ and Cont on the display cg Press when AdJ is flashing to calculate a new set of coefficients Next repeat the entire calibration adjustment procedure 123943 03 43 44 If the new coefficients deviate by more than 4 from the standard values the instrument will display an ERROR 2 in the display The calculated coefficients will be ignored Lr EYEAE AE LINIEN LI nnn UN 7 LIL Press a to repeat the entire calibration adjustment procedure Press when Cont is flashing to end the calibration adjustment procedure and enter a new calibration date see section 8 2 1 123943 03 8 2 3 Calibrating adjusting the ETC 400 R In order to calibrate the inner thermometer of the calibrator a 3 mm insertion hole for the reference sensor has been drilled 1 mm beneath the target unit surface See fig 10 Insertion hole for the reference sensor Fig 10 For the calibration it is recommendable to use the RTD reference sensor 65 Pt100 150 SPEC which AMETEK DENMARK A S has developed specifically for this instrument In principle any sensor fitting the insertion hole is useable however there i
17. ashes repeatedly 9 Used to display set temperatures time until stable and parameter values in the menu system Minute time unit for bottom display Celsius temperature unit for bottom display Fahrenheit temperature unit for bottom display D Fahrenheit temperature unit for top display Celsius temperature unit for top display Used to display Read temperature and parameters in the menu system 123943 03 15 Connections All connections are located on the back of the instrument Fig 5 Pos 16 Description Power control switch with connection for cable and on off switch Connection for RS232 cable Voltage label It is very important that the voltage shown on the label is identical to the mains voltage 123943 03 4 3 Starting the calibrator Switch the calibrator on using the power control switch Fig 5 pos 1 The instrument is initialised and the last calibration date is displayed The calibration date will be displayed for approx 2 seconds The initialisation process has been completed and the calibrator is ready for use All settings are stored when the calibrator is switched off When the instrument is switched back on again the status will be the same as when it was switched off Selecting the set temperature Pres or 62 to adjust the set temperature The current selection flashes in the bottom display The
18. brator should be returned in the original packing 123943 03 35 Service info Customer data Date Customer name and address Attention and Dept Fax no Phone no Your order no Delivery address Distributor name Instrument data Model and Serial no Warranty claimed Yes No Original invoice no Temp Service request This instrument is sent for calibration please tick off O Calibration as left Check O _ Calibration as found and as left Service O ____ Accredited calibration as left Repair O _ Accredited calibration as found and as left Diagnosis data cause for return Diagnosis Fault description Special requests Safety precautions if the product has been exposed to any hazardous substances it must be thoroughly decontaminated before it is returned to Ametek Details of the hazardous substances and any precautions to be taken must be enclosed 36 123943 03 8 0 Maintenance 8 1 Cleaning Caution Before cleaning the calibrator you must switch it off allow it to cool down and remove all cables Users should must carry out the following cleaning procedures as and when required The exterior of the instrument Clean using water and a soft cloth The cloth should be wrung out hard to avoid any water penetrating the calibrator and causing damage The keyboard may be cleaned using isopropyl alcohol when heavily soil
19. ccuracy i 0 5 C 0 9 F Heating time i i 10 to 23 C 14 to 73 F 3 min 23 to 100 C 73 to 212 F 11 min 100 to 125 C 212 to 257 F 7 min 123943 03 47 Time to stability Cooling time Max temperature Min temperature Well specifications Display resolution Stability Accuracy Heating time 5 Time to stability Cooling time 48 ETC 125 A 3 minutes 125 to 100 C 257 to 212 F 1 min 100 to 0 C 212 to 32 F 17 min 0 to 10 C 32 to 14 F 14 min ETC 400 A 400 C 752 F 5 C 41 F ambient temperature 0 C 32 F 28 C 82 4 F ambient temperature 23 C 73 4 F 45 C 113 F ambient temperature 40 C 104 F 40 mm 1 57 in axial homogeneity 0 85 C 1 53 F 180 C 356 F 1 00 C 1 8 F 400 C 752 F 50 mm 1 97 in axial homogeneity 0 85 C 1 53 F 180 C 356 F 1 00 C 1 8 F 400 C 752 F Difference between borings 0 40 C 0 72 F Influence from load 0 30 C 0 54 F 400 C 752 F 1 or 0 1 C 1 8 or 0 18 F 0 15 C 0 27 F 0 5 C 0 9 F 28 to 200 C 82 to 392 F 2 min 200 to 400 C 392 to 752 F 3 min 3 minutes 400 to 200 C 752 to 392 F 6 min 200 to 50 C 392 to 122 F 15 min 123943 03 Max temperature Min temperature Display resolution Stability Accuracy Accuracy incl emissivity Heating time Time to stability Cooling time
20. display The calibrator s simulation mode is used to train personnel in the use of the instrument etc The simulation setting differs from the standard setting as follows e The instrument will not actually heat up or cool down the well e The heating and cooling processes are simulated at around 10 times the normal speed of these operations The calibrator will remain in simulation mode until it is switched off 123943 03 29 5 0 Storing and transporting the calibrator Caution The following guidelines should always be observed when storing and transporting the calibrator This will ensure that the instrument and the sensor remain in good working order Switch off the calibrator using the power control switch Note that the calibration procedure may be interrupted at any time using the power control switch Switching off the calibrator during the calibration process will not damage either the instrument or the sensor Tool for insertion tube Hole for tool for insertion tube Fig 8 30 123943 03 ETC 125 A only The following routine must be observed before the insertion tube is removed and the instrument switched off A Over 100 C 212 F If the calibrator has been heated up to temperatures above 100 C 212 F you must wait until the instrument reaches a temperature below 100 C 212 F before you switch it off Below 0 C 32 F If the calibrator has reached a temperature below 0 C 32 F
21. ed The insertion tube ETC 125 A only Must always be clean and should be regularly wiped using a soft dry cloth You must ensure there are no textile fibres on the insertion tube when it is inserted in the well The fibres may adhere to the well and damage it The well Must always be clean Dust and textile fibres should be removed from the well using e g compressed air REMEMBER Wear goggles when using compressed air The target unit surface ETC 400 R only Must always be clean Dust and textile fibres should carefully be blown from the surface with clean air Do not use fluid to clean the target unit surface If it is impossible to clean the surface with clean air only the target unit could alternatively be heated up to max temperature The dust and fibres will then be burned off the surface There is however the risk that the dust and fibres could permanently burn into the surface altering the emission factor 123943 03 37 8 2 Adjusting and calibrating the instrument You are advised to return the calibrator to Ametek Denmark A S or an accredited laboratory at least once a year for calibration and adjustment Alternatively you can calibrate adjust the calibrator yourself You will need a reference thermometer and a reference sensor with a traceable calibration certificate Please follow the instructions given below Connect the calibrator to an external precision instrument e g a DTI as shown in Fig 9
22. ent has been turned off cg Press c or 62 to select the required temperature cgo Press to accept the change or to cancel and return to the previous value The calibrator will now work towards the new set temperature 123943 03 9 3 7 AUTO STEP The AUTO STEP function cf Fig 4 is used to step automatically between a range of different set temperatures cg Press The instrument displays the number of set temperature STEPS cq Press SY Or 62 to select the required number of steps Se Press to accept your selection The first set temperature will flash a Press c or 62 to select the required temperature CE Press gt to accept your selection The next set temperature will flash This process will be repeated until the last value has been accepted The extra I ME for which you wish the calibrator to remain at every step will flash cg Pres SY or 62 to set the required number of minutes Se Press to accept your selection The function will be activated ce Press after the last set temperature to end the function or to leave the function at any time 10 123943 03 3 8 MENU The MENU function cf Fig 5 is used to modify the SETUP parameters Hold down for approx 2 seconds The word 5E TUP will appear on the display ce Press 2 The first SETUP parameter will be displayed cge Pres Sy a to toggle between the SETUP parameters ZM E IFA Lil ik Temperature unit C or F 4 4 2
23. esolution 25 4 6 Calibrating IR thermometers ETC 400 R only 26 4 7 Simulation training sarina renarna nyaaa nmn 29 5 0 Storing and transporting the calibrator 30 6 05 ERRORS eR 33 7 0 Returning the calibrator for service 35 9 0 Mass aa in a ka co sanse 37 8 1 Gleaning iiec etg coe e e Eee ger ad eral 37 8 2 Adjusting and calibrating the instrument 38 8 2 1 Adjusting the calibration date 40 8 2 2 Calibrating adjusting the instrument 41 8 2 3 Calibrating adjusting the ETC 400 R 45 9 0 Technical specifications see 46 10 0 List of accessories 52 123943 03 3 1 0 Introduction Congratulations on your new Ametek Jofra ETC Calibrator With the Ametek Jofra calibrator you have chosen an extremely effective instrument which we hope will live up to all your expectations Over the past many years we have acquired extensive knowledge of industrial temperature calibration This expertise is reflected in our products which are all designed for daily use in an industrial environment Please note that we would be very interested in hearing from you if you have any ideas or suggestions for changes to our products This reference manual applies to the following instruments e Jofra ETC 125 A e Jofra ETC 400 A e
24. ion e The well and the insertion tube must be clean before use e Scratches and other damage to the insertion tube should be avoided by storing the insertion tube carefully when not in use e The insertion tube must never be forced into the well The well could be damaged as a result and the insertion tube may get stuck e Do not touch the well the insertion tube or the grid plate as the calibrator is heating up they may be very hot e Do not touch the tip of the sensor when it is removed from the insertion tube well it may be very hot 123943 03 13 4 0 Operating the calibrator 4 1 Keyboard display and connections Keyboard TEK CALIBRATION INSTRUMENTS Pos Description LCD AUTO STEP button used to activate AUTO STEP The function is used to switch between a series of set temperatures automatically ESC MENU button used as Escape key or to activate the menu system hold button down for min 2 seconds DOWN ARROW button used to adjust temperature values value decreases and to select menu options UP ARROW button used to adjust temperature values value increases and to select menu options ENTER button used to accept chosen options 14 123943 03 Display Fig 4 Pos Description DO CHECKMARK displayed when the calibrator is stable AUTO STEP symbol used to indicate that the function is active symbol fl
25. ion 3 3 for information on how to select the insertion tube correct bore in the well The calibrator is now ready for use Section 3 3 and 3 4 are for ETC 125 400 A only 3 3 Choice of insertion tube correct bore in well Insertion tubes are only available for the ETC 125 A An insertion tube is selected on the basis of the diameter of the sensor to be calibrated You may choose between an 8 mm 5 16 inch insertion tube an 3 8 inch insertion tube or alternatively you may order an undrilled insertion tube and drill the required hole yourself The finished dimension should be as follows e Sensor diameter 0 2 0 05 0 mm 123943 03 11 bore is selected on the basis of the diameter of the sensor to be calibrated The sensor can now be inserted directly into the bore of the well See Fig 2 for various design combinations The various design combinations to choose from 6 mm 1 4 in Metric ETC 400 A Imperial ETC 400 A 8mm 6mm 5 16 in 1 4 in 12 5mm 4mm 1 2 in 5 32 in 3 16 in Imperial ETC 400 A ETC 125A Fig 2 1 8 in 12 123943 03 3 4 Inserting the sensor Before inserting the sensor and switching on the calibrator please note the following important warning Warning e Never use heat transfer fluids such as silicone oil paste etc These fluids may penetrate the calibrator and cause damage or create poisonous fumes Insert the sensor as shown in Fig 1 pos 6 Caut
26. n all sides and 1 metre above the calibrator Caution Hot surface Do not touch the well the insertion tube or the grid plate as the calibrator is heating up has been heated up they may be very hot 123943 03 Follow the instructions below before using the calibrator cf Fig 1 1 123943 Place the calibrator on an even horizontal surface away from all draughts Caution Do not use the instrument if the ventilator is out of order Ensure a free supply of air to the ventilator pos 5 Check that the voltage shown on the label above the power control switch is identical to the mains voltage ETC 400 only If not the instrument should be returned to Ametek Denmark A S or the distributor for replacement Plug in the cable below pos 3 the power control switch pos 4 and check that the earth connection is present The selected insertion tube is inserted into the calibrator ETC 125 A only Caution e The well and the insertion tube must be clean before use e The insertion tube must never be forced into the well The well could be damaged as a result and the insertion tube may get stuck Place the sensor pos 1 Fig 1 03 7 3 2 Keyboard The keys on the keyboard activate the following functions cf Fig 2 POS 6 BO Description ENTER button used to accept chosen options UP ARROW button used to adjust temperature values value increases and to select menu options
27. n it is removed from the insertion tube well it may be very hot 4 123943 03 Caution About the use e Donot use the instrument if the ventilator is out of order About the well insertion tube and grid plate e The well and the insertion tube must be clean before use e The insertion tube must never be forced into the well The well could be damaged as a result and the insertion tube may get stuck e The insertion tube must always be removed from the calibrator after use The humidity in the air may cause verdigris on the insertion tube inside the instrument There is a risk that the insertion tube may be stuck if this is allowed to happen Note The product liability only applies if the instrument is subject to a manufacturing defect This liability becomes void if the user fails to follow the instructions set out in this manual or uses unauthorised spare parts 123943 03 3 0 Operating the calibrator 3 1 Before use Warning The calibrator must not be used for any purposes other than those described in this manual The calibrator is designed for interior use only and should not be used in risk prone areas where vapour or gas leaks etc may constitute an explosives hazard Never use heat transfer fluids such as silicone oil paste etc These fluids may penetrate the calibrator and cause damage or create poisonous fumes The calibrator must be kept clear within an area of 20 cm o
28. ng JOFRA IR LAB O calibration software ETC 400 R only e 1 correction table for emissivity ETC 400 R only When reordering please specify the parts number found in the list of accessories section 10 0 123943 03 3 2 Preparing the calibrator Warning e The calibrator must not be used in areas prone to explosives hazards e The calibrator must be kept clear within an area of 20 cm on all sides and 1 metre above the calibrator Note The instrument must not be exposed to draughts Especially the temperature of the target unit surface on the ETC 400 R might be affected by this Fig 1 10 123943 03 When setting up the calibrator you must see fig 1 OD Place the calibrator on an even horizontal surface in the spot you intend to use it Caution Do not use the instrument if the ventilator is out of order 9 Ensure a free supply of air to the ventilator Check that the voltage shown on the label above the power control switch is identical to the mains voltage ETC 400 A R only If not the instrument should be returned to Ametek Denmark A S or the distributor for replacement 4 Check that the earth connection for the instrument is present and attach the cable S Select an insertion tube with the correct bore diameter and place it in the largest bore of the instrument ETC 125 A only or use one of the bores in the well that best suits your needs See sect
29. onal data directives observed EMC directives 89 336 EEC EN61326 1997 corr 2000 A1 2001 A2 2001 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use EMC requirements Low voltage Directive 73 23 EEC EN61010 1 2001 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use part 1 general requirement 123943 03 51 10 0 List of accessories All parts listed in the list of accessories can be obtained from the factory through our dealers Please contact your dealer for assistance if you require parts which do not appear on the list List of accessories Accessories User and reference manual Tool for insertion tube ETC 125 A only Aluminium carrying case Mains cable 115V US type B Mains cable 240V UK type C Mains cable 220V South Africa type D Mains cable 220V Italy type E Mains cable 240V Australia type F Mains cable 230V Europe type A Mains cable 230V Denmark type G Mains cable 220V Switzerland type H Mains cable 230V Israel type RS232 serial cable 2 m 5 x undrilled insertion tubes for ETC 125 A 8 mm 5 16 inch insertion tube for ETC 125 A 3 8 inch insertion tube for ETC 125 A Shoulder strap with snap hooks JOFRACAL PC software JOFRA IR LAB calibration software for ETC 400 R Correction table for emissivity for ETC 400 R Pt100 sensor 3mm x 150mm for ETC 400 R 52 Parts no 123943 60F172 124094 60F135 60F1
30. play continuously shows the read temperature The bottom display shows that the calibrator is working towards the given test temperature 26 123943 03 When the calibrator is stable the display will show the checkmark symbol The instrument will emit an audible alarm and the calibrator is now ready for use Firilve y LILI OU te LOLOL Select the emission factor of the target unit on the IR thermometer to be calibrated If your IR thermometer has a fixed emissivity setting use the IRLAB software to calculate corrections Point the IR thermometer perpendicular towards the target unit surface It is very important that the thermometer is held close to the target unit surface Fig 7 123943 03 27 Caution Avoid contact to the target unit surface with the thermometer during operation as the thermometer accuracy will be affected and the thermometer may overheat or be damaged Recommended operating distance is between 2 5 5cm 1 2 Ensure the thermometer s field of vision is centred and contained within the surface area of the target unit See fig 7 If the calibration is not carried out as described the result of the calibration will not be accurate 28 123943 03 4 7 Simulation training S Hold down the GB and c buttons while you switch on the calibrator The instrument will display the following screen CIMI JUL The instrument will then revert to the standard
31. s the risk of incorrect temperature reading due to the limited insertion depth of the reference sensor hole 123943 03 45 9 0 Technical specifications The illustration below shows the setup which forms the basis for the technical specifications In this case an ETC 400 A Pos Description DO Calibrator 4 mm Pt 100 sensor with traceable certificate ETC 125 400 A 3mm Pt 100 sensor with traceable certificate ETC 400 R Q DTI 1000 reference precision thermometer with traceable certificate 46 123943 03 Thermal specifications All specifications are given with an ambient temperature of 23 C 73 4 F 3 C 5 4 F 1 Measured at the bottom of the well with a 4 mm sensor Specified at 115V 230V Specifications Model ETC 125 A Max temperature 125 C 257 F Min temperature 18 C 0 4 F ambient temperature 0 C 32 F 10 C 14 F ambient temperature 23 C 73 4 F 6 C 42 8 F ambient temperature 40 C 104 F Well specifications 40 mm 1 57 in axial homogeneity 0 30 C 0 54 F 10 C 14 F 0 85 C 1 53 F 125 C 257 F 60 mm 2 36 in axial homogeneity 0 30 C 0 54 F 10 C 14 F 0 85 C 1 53 F 125 C 257 F Difference between borings 0 40 C 0 72 F Influence from load 0 10 C 0 18 F 10 C 14 F 0 20 C 0 36 F 125 C 257 F Display resolution 1 or 0 1 C 1 8 or 0 18 F Stability 0 05 C 0 09 F A
32. s to accept your choices once you have adjusted the last temperature step Press O to set the amount of extra time you wish the calibrator to remain at every step TIME I FIL SU t to accept your selection 123943 03 The following will be displayed for one second to indicate that the calibrator is ready to work towards the set temperature TI Ii Ci ST The calibrator will now work towards the given set temperature An audible alarm will be emitted once the calibrator is stable The calibrator will wait the specified amount of extra time The instrument indicates this by counting down the amount of time remaining The calibrator will then go to the next step The procedure is the same as for the first step This process will be repeated until the last step has been executed and the function has been completed 123943 03 21 4 5 ee ee ese 22 Using the MENU Hold down ED for more than approx 2 seconds t to select SETUP Press c or e to switch between the adjustable parameters 123943 03 cge If you wish to exit SETUP simply press ESC cge The instrument will ignore all changes if you press when adjusting any of the parameters d Press to adjust the parameter 4 5 1 Adjusting the temperature unit er Press c or 62 to switch between C and F T M Ede ILIN e Pe to accept your selection 123943 03 23 4 5 2 Adjusting the max temperature
33. the instrument and make sure that all safety instructions and warnings are observed 2 123943 03 2 0 Safety instructions Read this manual carefully before using the instrument In order to avoid any personal injuries and or damage to the instrument all safety instructions and warnings must be observed Disposal WEEE Directive These calibrators contain Electrical and Electronic circuits and must be recycled or disposed of properly in accordance with the WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC Warning About the use e The calibrator must not be used for any purposes other than those described in this manual gt e The calibrator has been designed for interior use only and should not be used in hazardous areas where vapour or gas leaks etc may constitute a danger of explosion e The calibrator must be kept free within an area of 20 cm on all sides and 1 metre above the calibrator e Never use heat transfer fluids such as silicone oil paste etc These fluids may penetrate the calibrator and cause damage or create poisonous fumes 123943 03 3 About the insertion tubes e Never leave hot insertion tubes which have been removed from the calibrator unsupervised they may constitute a fire hazard Caution Hot surface e Donot touch the well the insertion tube or the grid plate as the calibrator is heating up has been heated up they may be very hot e Do not touch the tip of the sensor whe

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