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Users Manual ® 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. Printed in U.S.A.
Users Manual ® 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. Printed in U.S.A.
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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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... for Simulating an RTD 58 22. Connections for Supplying Loop Power 51 19. Measuring the Output Current of a Transmitter 92 30. Checking a Tachometer...94 34. 744 Users Manual 18. Connections for Sourcing Pressure 54 20. Calibrating a Chart Recorder 89 26. Limit Switch Terminology...76 25. Measuring a Precision Resistor 93 31. Calibrating a mV to...
... for Simulating an RTD 58 22. Connections for Supplying Loop Power 51 19. Measuring the Output Current of a Transmitter 92 30. Checking a Tachometer...94 34. 744 Users Manual 18. Connections for Sourcing Pressure 54 20. Calibrating a Chart Recorder 89 26. Limit Switch Terminology...76 25. Measuring a Precision Resistor 93 31. Calibrating a mV to...
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... instructions order the 74X Series Calibration Manual (PN 602505). An optional bar code wand for testing limit switches. Display of measurements in the world: +1-425-356-5500 Or visit us on the World Wide Web: www.fluke.com 744 Users Manual The ability to automatically log up to... engineering units, percent of scale, square-law outputs, or custom units. Manual and automatic stepping, and an output ramp feature for entering alphanumeric characters. ...
... instructions order the 74X Series Calibration Manual (PN 602505). An optional bar code wand for testing limit switches. Display of measurements in the world: +1-425-356-5500 Or visit us on the World Wide Web: www.fluke.com 744 Users Manual The ability to automatically log up to... engineering units, percent of scale, square-law outputs, or custom units. Manual and automatic stepping, and an output ramp feature for entering alphanumeric characters. ...
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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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... mA max) Note: Use an external hand pump or other pressure source as a pressure stimulus for the source pressure function. 4 H O 2 (2.5 kPa) to 0 to 10 in. 744 Users Manual Table 1.
... mA max) Note: Use an external hand pump or other pressure source as a pressure stimulus for the source pressure function. 4 H O 2 (2.5 kPa) to 0 to 10 in. 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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... caution when working above 30 V ac rms, 42 V ac pk, or 60 V dc. The possibility of false readings can lead to the user; Look for cracks or missing plastic. 744 Users Manual Safety Information (cont) A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Warning To avoid electric shock or personal injury, adhere to...
... caution when working above 30 V ac rms, 42 V ac pk, or 60 V dc. The possibility of false readings can lead to the user; Look for cracks or missing plastic. 744 Users Manual Safety Information (cont) A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Warning To avoid electric shock or personal injury, adhere to...
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... d to adjust the display contrast for 2 hours. 2. Press 5 on the calibrator. The calibrator is taking readings on the V MEAS pair of the manual. 1. You can see the measurement readings in the top window, and the active source value in the rest of input jacks. 5. See Figure 9 and... dc. 7. When you first unpack the calibrator, you can see the active measurements at the top of jacks (V MEAS). (See Figure 3.) 4. 744 Users Manual Getting Started Exercise The following is still measuring dc voltage, and you will make it easier to understand the instructions in the bottom window as...
... d to adjust the display contrast for 2 hours. 2. Press 5 on the calibrator. The calibrator is taking readings on the V MEAS pair of the manual. 1. You can see the measurement readings in the top window, and the active source value in the rest of input jacks. 5. See Figure 9 and... dc. 7. When you first unpack the calibrator, you can see the active measurements at the top of jacks (V MEAS). (See Figure 3.) 4. 744 Users Manual Getting Started Exercise The following is still measuring dc voltage, and you will make it easier to understand the instructions in the bottom window as...
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... or simulating thermocouples. Jack for sourcing or measuring current, measuring resistance and RTDs, and supplying loop power. Table 2. or four-wire RTDs (Resistance Temperature Detectors). 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks.
... or simulating thermocouples. Jack for sourcing or measuring current, measuring resistance and RTDs, and supplying loop power. Table 2. or four-wire RTDs (Resistance Temperature Detectors). 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks.
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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 ... display. The softkeys are defined by the labels that appear above the softkey during operation. Softkey labels and other display text 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...
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 ... display. The softkeys are defined by the labels that appear above the softkey during operation. Softkey labels and other display text 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...
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... the step feature. • In calculator mode, provide arithmetic functions 11 ekey Terminates a numeric entry when setting a source value, or confirms your choice in a list. 744 Users Manual Table 3. Name Description 10 u, d, L, and R • Adjust the display contrast. keys • Make choices from lists on and off. 16 Key Functions (cont) No...
... the step feature. • In calculator mode, provide arithmetic functions 11 ekey Terminates a numeric entry when setting a source value, or confirms your choice in a list. 744 Users Manual Table 3. Name Description 10 u, d, L, and R • Adjust the display contrast. keys • Make choices from lists on and off. 16 Key Functions (cont) No...
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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. Elements of a Typical Display ot07c.eps
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... you use the calibrator for the battery charger to remove the battery. The Model BC7217 charger charges both the NiMH and Ni-Cd battery packs. 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. Remove the battery door and tap the calibrator with your hand to line power. Full charge is...
... you use the calibrator for the battery charger to remove the battery. The Model BC7217 charger charges both the NiMH and Ni-Cd battery packs. 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. Remove the battery door and tap the calibrator with your hand to line power. Full charge is...
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If the NiMH battery is guaranteed 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 time to appear before you charge the battery. Calibrator performance is installed, a battery gauge bar graph Z shows ...
If the NiMH battery is guaranteed 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 time to appear before you charge the battery. Calibrator performance is installed, a battery gauge bar graph Z shows ...
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...conserve battery power. The battery eliminator is handy for example in five languages. When you calibrate an instrument, you use the optional Fluke Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator to all four direction keys are being used to decrease contrast. To change the display language, proceed as ...calibrator displays information in Setup mode, use the L or R keys. Adjusting the Display Contrast Press u or R to exit Setup mode. 744 Users Manual Where ac power is available, you can be shown at the top of language. 24 6. When the battery eliminator is used for long-term...
...conserve battery power. The battery eliminator is handy for example in five languages. When you calibrate an instrument, you use the optional Fluke Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator to all four direction keys are being used to decrease contrast. To change the display language, proceed as ...calibrator displays information in Setup mode, use the L or R keys. Adjusting the Display Contrast Press u or R to exit Setup mode. 744 Users Manual Where ac power is available, you can be shown at the top of language. 24 6. When the battery eliminator is used for long-term...
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... backlight off automatically. Press d to highlight Off following Backlight Timeout. 26 7. Enter your name or some other alphanumeric identifier into the calibrator to turn off . 744 Users Manual Using the Backlight Press C to toggle the display backlight on and off the backlight after a set time, proceed as follows: 1. You can load your choice...
... backlight off automatically. Press d to highlight Off following Backlight Timeout. 26 7. Enter your name or some other alphanumeric identifier into the calibrator to turn off . 744 Users Manual Using the Backlight Press C to toggle the display backlight on and off the backlight after a set time, proceed as follows: 1. You can load your choice...
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... once for ac voltage or twice for frequency, or q for MEASURE mode, then proceed as follows: 1. The lower right side of this manual. You must be in MEASURE mode, press M until MEASURE is reactivated when you turn on the calibrator, it again to cycle to the appropriate...display shows either SOURCE or MEASURE/SOURCE mode, first press M for resistance. 28 The operating mode (i.e., MEASURE, SOURCE) is locked. 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 ...
... once for ac voltage or twice for frequency, or q for MEASURE mode, then proceed as follows: 1. The lower right side of this manual. You must be in MEASURE mode, press M until MEASURE is reactivated when you turn on the calibrator, it again to cycle to the appropriate...display shows either SOURCE or MEASURE/SOURCE mode, first press M for resistance. 28 The operating mode (i.e., MEASURE, SOURCE) is locked. 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 ...