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All rights reserved. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. Users Manual Printed in U.S.A. ® 744 Documenting Process Calibrator PN 691287 September 1998 Rev.1, 2/99 © 1998,1999 Fluke Corporation.
All rights reserved. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. Users Manual Printed in U.S.A. ® 744 Documenting Process Calibrator PN 691287 September 1998 Rev.1, 2/99 © 1998,1999 Fluke Corporation.
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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 ...
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 ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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... Simulating an RTD 58 22. Connections for Sourcing Pressure 54 20. Checking a Switch ...94 33. Checking a Tachometer...94 34. Checking a Vortex Sheeding Flowmeter 97 37. 744 Users Manual 18. Connections for Simulating a Thermocouple 57 21. Calibrating a Current-to Current Transmitter 96 36. Calibrating a mV to -Pressure (I ) Transmitter 95 35. Checking a Relay Output Trip...
... Simulating an RTD 58 22. Connections for Sourcing Pressure 54 20. Checking a Switch ...94 33. Checking a Tachometer...94 34. Checking a Vortex Sheeding Flowmeter 97 37. 744 Users Manual 18. Connections for Simulating a Thermocouple 57 21. Calibrating a Current-to Current Transmitter 96 36. Calibrating a mV to -Pressure (I ) Transmitter 95 35. Checking a Relay Output Trip...
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... functions of scale, square-law outputs, or custom units. Transmitter mode in calculator with display indicator of damped status. 744 Users Manual The ability to automatically log up to the next. For performance testing and calibration instructions order the 74X Series Calibration... tasks, lists, and results. Display of measurements in the world: +1-425-356-5500 Or visit us on the World Wide Web: www.fluke.com A serial computer interface for entering alphanumeric characters. • Measuring features: Damping (smoothing of the last several readings), with square-root function...
... functions of scale, square-law outputs, or custom units. Transmitter mode in calculator with display indicator of damped status. 744 Users Manual The ability to automatically log up to the next. For performance testing and calibration instructions order the 74X Series Calibration... tasks, lists, and results. Display of measurements in the world: +1-425-356-5500 Or visit us on the World Wide Web: www.fluke.com A serial computer interface for entering alphanumeric characters. • Measuring features: Damping (smoothing of the last several readings), with square-root function...
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... 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) German (PN 691334) Italian (PN 691337) Spanish (PN...
... 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) German (PN 691334) Italian (PN 691337) Spanish (PN...
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... Power 24 or 28 V (22 mA max) Note: Use an external hand pump or other pressure source as a pressure stimulus for the source pressure function. 4 744 Users Manual Table 1.
... Power 24 or 28 V (22 mA max) Note: Use an external hand pump or other pressure source as a pressure stimulus for the source pressure function. 4 744 Users Manual Table 1.
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744 Users Manual BC7217 Battery Charger BP7235 Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery Pack HART Mode Users Guide Users Manual HART Interface Cable Figure 1. Standard Equipment (cont) ot02f.eps 6
744 Users Manual BC7217 Battery Charger BP7235 Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery Pack HART Mode Users Guide Users Manual HART Interface Cable Figure 1. Standard Equipment (cont) ot02f.eps 6
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...8226; Select the proper function and range for your fingers away from the probe contacts. The possibility of false readings can lead to the user; Replace damaged test leads before using the probes, keep your measurement. • Use caution when working above 30 V ac rms, 42 ... inspect the insulating cover. When you connect the live test lead. Check test lead continuity. Look for damaged insulation or exposed metal. 744 Users Manual Safety Information (cont) A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Before you use the calibrator if it is a low...
...8226; Select the proper function and range for your fingers away from the probe contacts. The possibility of false readings can lead to the user; Replace damaged test leads before using the probes, keep your measurement. • Use caution when working above 30 V ac rms, 42 ... inspect the insulating cover. When you connect the live test lead. Check test lead continuity. Look for damaged insulation or exposed metal. 744 Users Manual Safety Information (cont) A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Before you use the calibrator if it is a low...
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... in Figure 4. 10 Press 5 on the calibrator. When you first unpack the calibrator, you can see the active measurements at the top of input jacks. 5. 744 Users Manual Getting Started Exercise The following is a brief getting started exercise that will need to charge the battery. Press o to the split-screen, simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE...
... in Figure 4. 10 Press 5 on the calibrator. When you first unpack the calibrator, you can see the active measurements at the top of input jacks. 5. 744 Users Manual Getting Started Exercise The following is a brief getting started exercise that will need to charge the battery. Press o to the split-screen, simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE...
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.... Jack for simulating RTDs. 12 This input does not charge the battery. Output jacks for sourcing voltage, resistance, frequency, and for measuring or simulating thermocouples. 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks. or four-wire RTDs (Resistance Temperature Detectors).
.... Jack for simulating RTDs. 12 This input does not charge the battery. Output jacks for sourcing voltage, resistance, frequency, and for measuring or simulating thermocouples. 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks. or four-wire RTDs (Resistance Temperature Detectors).
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... labels that appear above the softkey during operation. Softkey functions are the four unmarked blue keys just below the display. Keys 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ot06f.eps 744 Users Manual Keys Figure 6 shows the calibrator keys and Table 3 explains their functions. Softkey labels and other display text are shown in this...
... labels that appear above the softkey during operation. Softkey functions are the four unmarked blue keys just below the display. Keys 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ot06f.eps 744 Users Manual Keys Figure 6 shows the calibrator keys and Table 3 explains their functions. Softkey labels and other display text are shown in this...
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744 Users Manual Table 3. keys • Make choices from lists on and off. 16 In calculator mode, provides the equals arithmetic operator (=). 12 qkey Toggles between resistance and ...
744 Users Manual Table 3. keys • Make choices from lists on and off. 16 In calculator mode, provides the equals arithmetic operator (=). 12 qkey Toggles between resistance and ...
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Elements of a Typical Display ot07c.eps 744 Users Manual Loop Power Annunciator Time and Date Display Status Bar Mode Indicator Battery Gauge Source Status Undamped (Unsettled) Indicator Measured Value 18 Custom Units Indicator Secondary Value Softkey Labels Figure 7.
Elements of a Typical Display ot07c.eps 744 Users Manual Loop Power Annunciator Time and Date Display Status Bar Mode Indicator Battery Gauge Source Status Undamped (Unsettled) Indicator Measured Value 18 Custom Units Indicator Secondary Value Softkey Labels Figure 7.
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... battery. The charger automatically senses line voltage and adjusts itself accordingly. Remove the battery door and tap the calibrator with your hand to reset. 20 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. Full charge is automatic. The Model BC7217 charger charges both the NiMH and Ni-Cd battery packs...
... battery. The charger automatically senses line voltage and adjusts itself accordingly. Remove the battery door and tap the calibrator with your hand to reset. 20 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. Full charge is automatic. The Model BC7217 charger charges both the NiMH and Ni-Cd battery packs...
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744 Users Manual Battery Life The calibrator senses which battery is guaranteed to meet specifications until the battery gauge reads empty (Y or b). In the case of the NiMH ... 4. If the NiMH battery is time to appear before you charge the battery. To replace the battery, refer to "Replacing the Battery" later in this manual for b to charge the battery.
744 Users Manual Battery Life The calibrator senses which battery is guaranteed to meet specifications until the battery gauge reads empty (Y or b). In the case of the NiMH ... 4. If the NiMH battery is time to appear before you charge the battery. To replace the battery, refer to "Replacing the Battery" later in this manual for b to charge the battery.
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... displays information in Setup mode, use the L or R keys. You should set the calendar and clock whether or not you use the optional Fluke Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator to conserve battery power. Adjusting the Display Contrast Press u or R to decrease contrast. When the u and d keys ...twice. 3. Press s to exit Setup mode. In calculator mode, all saved results. Press the third softkey from a list, for arithmetic functions. 744 Users Manual Where ac power is available, you can use the date and time display, since a timestamp is applied to all four direction keys are being ...
... displays information in Setup mode, use the L or R keys. You should set the calendar and clock whether or not you use the optional Fluke Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator to conserve battery power. Adjusting the Display Contrast Press u or R to decrease contrast. When the u and d keys ...twice. 3. Press s to exit Setup mode. In calculator mode, all saved results. Press the third softkey from a list, for arithmetic functions. 744 Users Manual Where ac power is available, you can use the date and time display, since a timestamp is applied to all four direction keys are being ...
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... in minutes (accepted range: 1 to step 6. 6. Proceed as follows to the same line as follows: 1. Press s. 2. Press d to move the cursor to load an identifier: 1. 744 Users Manual Using the Backlight Press C to toggle the display backlight on and off the backlight after a set time, proceed as ID. Press d to highlight the timeout...
... in minutes (accepted range: 1 to step 6. 6. Proceed as follows to the same line as follows: 1. Press s. 2. Press d to move the cursor to load an identifier: 1. 744 Users Manual Using the Backlight Press C to toggle the display backlight on and off the backlight after a set time, proceed as ID. Press d to highlight the timeout...
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... twice for frequency, or q for MEASURE mode, then proceed as follows: 1. You must be in MEASURE mode to change any of this manual. Press it again to cycle to the appropriate measurement range automatically. To select an electrical measurement function from either "Range" or "Auto Range"... in a reverse-video bar on the range status. Auto Range is reactivated when you press the Range softkey, the range is shown. 744 Users Manual Using Measure Mode Note To achieve best noise rejection and highest accuracy performance, do not use the battery eliminator, and tie all three common...
... twice for frequency, or q for MEASURE mode, then proceed as follows: 1. You must be in MEASURE mode to change any of this manual. Press it again to cycle to the appropriate measurement range automatically. To select an electrical measurement function from either "Range" or "Auto Range"... in a reverse-video bar on the range status. Auto Range is reactivated when you press the Range softkey, the range is shown. 744 Users Manual Using Measure Mode Note To achieve best noise rejection and highest accuracy performance, do not use the battery eliminator, and tie all three common...