Fluke 741B, 743B, and 744 Process Calibrator Datasheet
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... moisture; Summary specifications: best case, midrange, one -year for pressure modules) 744: Get HART-ability The Fluke 744 offers all the capabilities of full scale, per pressure module specifications. Additional 744 accessories BP7235 NiMH Battery Pack, HART communications cable, HART user's manual, NIST Traceable calibration certificate and data, three-year warranty. With its expanded memory, the...
... moisture; Summary specifications: best case, midrange, one -year for pressure modules) 744: Get HART-ability The Fluke 744 offers all the capabilities of full scale, per pressure module specifications. Additional 744 accessories BP7235 NiMH Battery Pack, HART communications cable, HART user's manual, NIST Traceable calibration certificate and data, three-year warranty. With its expanded memory, the...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. Users Manual All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. ® 744 Documenting Process Calibrator PN 691287 September 1998 Rev.1, 2/99 © 1998,1999 Fluke Corporation.
All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. Users Manual All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. ® 744 Documenting Process Calibrator PN 691287 September 1998 Rev.1, 2/99 © 1998,1999 Fluke Corporation.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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744 Users Manual Displaying the Date and Time 24 Using the Backlight 26 Personalizing the Calibrator 26 Using Measure Mode...28 Measurement Ranges 28 Measuring Electrical Parameters 28 Testing Continuity ...30 Measuring Pressure 30 Measuring Temperature 34 Using Thermocouples 34 Using ...
744 Users Manual Displaying the Date and Time 24 Using the Backlight 26 Personalizing the Calibrator 26 Using Measure Mode...28 Measurement Ranges 28 Measuring Electrical Parameters 28 Testing Continuity ...30 Measuring Pressure 30 Measuring Temperature 34 Using Thermocouples 34 Using ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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Contents (continued) Using Manual Step 60 Using Auto Step 61 Ramping the Output 62 Simultaneous Measure/Source 65 Calibrating a Process Instrument 68 Generating "As Found" Test Data 68 Adjusting the Transmitter 73 "As Left" Test Run ...74 Test Comments ...75 Calibrating a Delta-Pressure Flow Instrument 75 Calibrating a Limit Switch 76 Transmitter Mode ...79 Memory Operations... Value 88 Quick Guide to Applications 88 Communicating with a PC 98 Maintenance...98 Replacing the Battery Pack 98 Internal Lithium Backup Battery 99 Cleaning the Calibrator 99 iii
Contents (continued) Using Manual Step 60 Using Auto Step 61 Ramping the Output 62 Simultaneous Measure/Source 65 Calibrating a Process Instrument 68 Generating "As Found" Test Data 68 Adjusting the Transmitter 73 "As Left" Test Run ...74 Test Comments ...75 Calibrating a Delta-Pressure Flow Instrument 75 Calibrating a Limit Switch 76 Transmitter Mode ...79 Memory Operations... Value 88 Quick Guide to Applications 88 Communicating with a PC 98 Maintenance...98 Replacing the Battery Pack 98 Internal Lithium Backup Battery 99 Cleaning the Calibrator 99 iii
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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744 Users Manual Calibration Data ...99 In Case of Difficulty 99 Service Center Calibration or Repair 100 Replacement Parts ...101 Accessories...102 Specifications...104 DC Voltage Measurement 105 AC Voltage Measurement 106 DC Current Measurement 107 Resistance Measurement 107 ...
744 Users Manual Calibration Data ...99 In Case of Difficulty 99 Service Center Calibration or Repair 100 Replacement Parts ...101 Accessories...102 Specifications...104 DC Voltage Measurement 105 AC Voltage Measurement 106 DC Current Measurement 107 Resistance Measurement 107 ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... 24. Monitoring AC Line Voltage and Frequency 90 28. Measuring the Output Current of a Transmitter 92 30. Measuring a Precision Resistor 93 31. Calibrating a mV to -Pressure (I ) Transmitter 95 35. 744 Users Manual 18. LCD Operating Environment Specification 123 viii Checking a Switch ...94 33. Checking a Tachometer...94 34. Connections for Simulating an RTD 58...
... 24. Monitoring AC Line Voltage and Frequency 90 28. Measuring the Output Current of a Transmitter 92 30. Measuring a Precision Resistor 93 31. Calibrating a mV to -Pressure (I ) Transmitter 95 35. 744 Users Manual 18. LCD Operating Environment Specification 123 viii Checking a Switch ...94 33. Checking a Tachometer...94 34. Connections for Simulating an RTD 58...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... features: An analog display to make it easy to read measurements when the input is shown in Table 1. A summary of the manual. Documenting Process Calibrator Introduction The Fluke 744 Documenting Process Calibrator (hereafter referred to as the calibrator) is a batterypowered, hand-held instrument that lets you set the display to English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish.
... features: An analog display to make it easy to read measurements when the input is shown in Table 1. A summary of the manual. Documenting Process Calibrator Introduction The Fluke 744 Documenting Process Calibrator (hereafter referred to as the calibrator) is a batterypowered, hand-held instrument that lets you set the display to English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...) from one ramp increment to 8,000 data points. For performance testing and calibration instructions order the 74X Series Calibration Manual (PN 602505). An optional bar code wand for uploading/downloading tasks, lists, and results. To contact Fluke, call: USA and Canada: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853) Europe: +31 402-678-200 Japan: +81-3-3434... to set source values to emulate the functions of the last several readings), with square-root function, and accessible registers containing measure and source values. 744 Users Manual The ability to automatically log up to the next.
...) from one ramp increment to 8,000 data points. For performance testing and calibration instructions order the 74X Series Calibration Manual (PN 602505). An optional bar code wand for uploading/downloading tasks, lists, and results. To contact Fluke, call: USA and Canada: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853) Europe: +31 402-678-200 Japan: +81-3-3434... to set source values to emulate the functions of the last several readings), with square-root function, and accessible registers containing measure and source values. 744 Users Manual The ability to automatically log up to the next.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...shown in Figure 1 are included with interface cable (9-pin male-female straightthrough, PN 943738). 3 If the calibrator is damaged or something is missing, contact the place of this manual. • TL24 industrial test leads (two sets) • AC20 test clips (two sets) •...for three-wire RTD measurement connections (two included, PN 944632) Documenting Process Calibrator Standard Equipment • 744 Users Manual English (PN 691287) French (PN 691300) German (PN 691311) Italian (PN 691318) Spanish (PN 691303) • 744 HART® Mode Users Guide English (PN 691292) French (PN 691326...
...shown in Figure 1 are included with interface cable (9-pin male-female straightthrough, PN 943738). 3 If the calibrator is damaged or something is missing, contact the place of this manual. • TL24 industrial test leads (two sets) • AC20 test clips (two sets) •...for three-wire RTD measurement connections (two included, PN 944632) Documenting Process Calibrator Standard Equipment • 744 Users Manual English (PN 691287) French (PN 691300) German (PN 691311) Italian (PN 691318) Spanish (PN 691303) • 744 HART® Mode Users Guide English (PN 691292) French (PN 691326...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... the level of Symbols gj56f.eps 7 Documenting Process Calibrator Safety Information Safety Information This calibrator is designed and tested in manual Common (LO) Input equipotentiality Equipment protected throughout by the calibrator may be impaired. Use the calibrator only as specified in this manual are explained in this manual, otherwise the protection provided by DOUBLE INSULATION or REINFORCED...
... the level of Symbols gj56f.eps 7 Documenting Process Calibrator Safety Information Safety Information This calibrator is designed and tested in manual Common (LO) Input equipotentiality Equipment protected throughout by the calibrator may be impaired. Use the calibrator only as specified in this manual are explained in this manual, otherwise the protection provided by DOUBLE INSULATION or REINFORCED...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... function and range for cracks or missing plastic. Such voltages pose a shock hazard. • When using the calibrator. • Do not use the calibrator, inspect the insulating cover. Look for your fingers away from the probe contacts. Warning To avoid electric shock or... personal injury, adhere to electric shock and personal injury. 8 Check test lead continuity. When in the equipment under test. 744 Users Manual Safety Information...
... function and range for cracks or missing plastic. Such voltages pose a shock hazard. • When using the calibrator. • Do not use the calibrator, inspect the insulating cover. Look for your fingers away from the probe contacts. Warning To avoid electric shock or... personal injury, adhere to electric shock and personal injury. 8 Check test lead continuity. When in the equipment under test. 744 Users Manual Safety Information...
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... the dc voltage measurement function, and is simultaneously sourcing dc volts and measuring dc volts. The calibrator is taking readings on the V MEAS pair of the manual. 1. 744 Users Manual Getting Started Exercise The following is a brief getting started exercise that will need to charge the ...battery. The calibrator powers up in the bottom window as follows: connect leftmost pair of jacks (V Ω RTD...
... the dc voltage measurement function, and is simultaneously sourcing dc volts and measuring dc volts. The calibrator is taking readings on the V MEAS pair of the manual. 1. 744 Users Manual Getting Started Exercise The following is a brief getting started exercise that will need to charge the ...battery. The calibrator powers up in the bottom window as follows: connect leftmost pair of jacks (V Ω RTD...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... and RTDs, and supplying loop power. This input does not charge the battery. Jacks for the Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator. 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks. Use the battery eliminator for measuring voltage, frequency, or three- Table 2 explains their use. Pressure module...
... and RTDs, and supplying loop power. This input does not charge the battery. Jacks for the Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator. 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks. Use the battery eliminator for measuring voltage, frequency, or three- Table 2 explains their use. Pressure module...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... other display text are defined by the labels that appear above the softkey during operation. Softkey functions are shown in this manual in bold type, for example, Choices. 14 744 DOCUMENTING PROCESS CALIBRATOR 16 15 14 13 123 MEAS SOURCE mA SETUP V V Hz TC RTD 7 8 9 CLEAR ( ZERO) 4 ...0 . Keys 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ot06f.eps The softkeys are the four unmarked blue keys just below the display. 744 Users Manual Keys Figure 6 shows the calibrator keys and Table 3 explains their functions. ENTER V mA mA V RTD RTD CAT 30V MAX SOURCE 30V MEAS 30V 300V TC MAX MAX ...
... other display text are defined by the labels that appear above the softkey during operation. Softkey functions are shown in this manual in bold type, for example, Choices. 14 744 DOCUMENTING PROCESS CALIBRATOR 16 15 14 13 123 MEAS SOURCE mA SETUP V V Hz TC RTD 7 8 9 CLEAR ( ZERO) 4 ...0 . Keys 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ot06f.eps The softkeys are the four unmarked blue keys just below the display. 744 Users Manual Keys Figure 6 shows the calibrator keys and Table 3 explains their functions. ENTER V mA mA V RTD RTD CAT 30V MAX SOURCE 30V MEAS 30V 300V TC MAX MAX ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... the charger, wait for the blinking indicator to go off before you use the calibrator for the battery charger to line power. Remove the battery door and tap the calibrator with your hand to remove the battery. 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. The charger automatically senses line voltage...
... the charger, wait for the blinking indicator to go off before you use the calibrator for the battery charger to line power. Remove the battery door and tap the calibrator with your hand to remove the battery. 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. The charger automatically senses line voltage...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... Operating Modes Backlight Off Measure, continuous Measure and source, with loop power on the upper right of the display. 744 Users Manual Battery Life The calibrator senses which battery is guaranteed to charge the battery. The optional Ni-Cd battery (Model BP7217) provides approximately half ... for longest battery life and best performance, wait for b to "Replacing the Battery" later in this manual for a new, fully charged NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) battery pack. Calibrator performance is installed (standard NiMH, or optional Ni-Cd model BP 7217). Table 4. To replace the battery...
... Operating Modes Backlight Off Measure, continuous Measure and source, with loop power on the upper right of the display. 744 Users Manual Battery Life The calibrator senses which battery is guaranteed to charge the battery. The optional Ni-Cd battery (Model BP7217) provides approximately half ... for longest battery life and best performance, wait for b to "Replacing the Battery" later in this manual for a new, fully charged NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) battery pack. Calibrator performance is installed (standard NiMH, or optional Ni-Cd model BP 7217). Table 4. To replace the battery...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... Press u or R to exit Setup mode. Press s. 2. Press the third softkey from the calibrator. In Setup mode you can turn this date and time display on the workbench, and for troubleshooting... process instruments on or off. English is internally disconnected, and can use the optional Fluke Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator to conserve battery power. Press e. 5. Press uor d to highlight your...and clock whether or not you can be shown at the top of language. 24 6. 744 Users Manual Where ac power is available, you use the date and time display, since a timestamp ...
... Press u or R to exit Setup mode. Press s. 2. Press the third softkey from the calibrator. In Setup mode you can turn this date and time display on the workbench, and for troubleshooting... process instruments on or off. English is internally disconnected, and can use the optional Fluke Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator to conserve battery power. Press e. 5. Press uor d to highlight your...and clock whether or not you can be shown at the top of language. 24 6. 744 Users Manual Where ac power is available, you use the date and time display, since a timestamp ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...-Metal Hydride or Model BP7217 NickelCadmium Battery Pack. 744 Users Manual Communicating with a PC You can upload and download procedures and saved results to the DPC/TRACK Users Manual for further instructions. Contact your authorized Fluke Service Center for the rated interval. An IBM ...Fluke Service Parts at 1-800-526-4731. Note N Do not mix spent Nickel-Cadmium batteries with the solid waste stream. A custom serial interface cable for up to 1000 charge/discharge cycles. The battery normally lasts for the calibrator is available in the 74X Series Calibration Manual...
...-Metal Hydride or Model BP7217 NickelCadmium Battery Pack. 744 Users Manual Communicating with a PC You can upload and download procedures and saved results to the DPC/TRACK Users Manual for further instructions. Contact your authorized Fluke Service Center for the rated interval. An IBM ...Fluke Service Parts at 1-800-526-4731. Note N Do not mix spent Nickel-Cadmium batteries with the solid waste stream. A custom serial interface cable for up to 1000 charge/discharge cycles. The battery normally lasts for the calibrator is available in the 74X Series Calibration Manual...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...STATUS number on the sticker should always match the Calibration Status number in Setup mode. Calibration of the 744 is to the 74X Series Calibration Manual (PN 602505). Refer to be impaired. Protection may be done by qualified personnel. Return the calibrator to replace the lithium battery. Press the u ... make sure the contrast is blank or unreadable, but the beeper works when you need to an authorized Fluke service center listed at the next calibration interval as a preventive maintenance procedure. If the display is not maladjusted. You cannot access the lithium battery...
...STATUS number on the sticker should always match the Calibration Status number in Setup mode. Calibration of the 744 is to the 74X Series Calibration Manual (PN 602505). Refer to be impaired. Protection may be done by qualified personnel. Return the calibrator to replace the lithium battery. Press the u ... make sure the contrast is blank or unreadable, but the beeper works when you need to an authorized Fluke service center listed at the next calibration interval as a preventive maintenance procedure. If the display is not maladjusted. You cannot access the lithium battery...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... Pneumatic test pump • 700HTP Hydraulic test pump • Fluke-700TC1 TC miniplug kit • Fluke-700TC2 TC miniplug kit Documenting Process Calibrator Accessories • C781 Soft Carrying Case • C789 Soft Carrying... Case • C700 Hard Carrying Case • BE9005 Series Battery Eliminator for bench-top use • BP7235 NiMH Battery Pack • BP7217 Ni-Cd Battery Pack • BC7217 Battery Charger • 74X Series Calibration Manual...
... Pneumatic test pump • 700HTP Hydraulic test pump • Fluke-700TC1 TC miniplug kit • Fluke-700TC2 TC miniplug kit Documenting Process Calibrator Accessories • C781 Soft Carrying Case • C789 Soft Carrying... Case • C700 Hard Carrying Case • BE9005 Series Battery Eliminator for bench-top use • BP7235 NiMH Battery Pack • BP7217 Ni-Cd Battery Pack • BC7217 Battery Charger • 74X Series Calibration Manual...