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The

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Mains power cord (see Figure 6)

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USB

cable

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Probe access cover

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Transport tank cover

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Printed safety information

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Product

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Report of calibration with label

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Clamp-on ferrite (-P models)

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Din connector (-P models)

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Test lead kit (-P models)

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Operators manual in multiple languages

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Software distribution licenses

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Source code for public-domain software

Product Overview

This section is a reference for the Product features, parts, and user interface (UI).

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The Product top and tank are shown in Figure 1.

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Page 1: ...n All rights reserved Specifications are subject to change without notice All product names are trademarks of their respective companies 6109A 7109A Portable Calibration Baths Operators Manual www com information itm com 1 800 561 8187 ...

Page 2: ...iod To obtain warranty service contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return authorization information then send the product to that service center with a description of the difficulty postage and insurance prepaid FOB Destination Fluke assumes no risk for damage in transit Following warranty repair the product will be returned to Buyer transportation prepaid FOB Destinatio...

Page 3: ...entilation 13 Add Bath Fluid 13 Attach the Probe Access Cover 14 Connect to Mains Power 14 Attach Accessories 16 Fluid Overflow Accessory 16 Probe Clamp 17 Adjustable Probe Fixture 18 Turn On the Product 19 Set the Language Time and Date 19 Set the Password 20 Connect the Reference Probe and Test Sensor 20 Connect the Reference Probe 20 Configure the Reference Probe Coefficients 22 Connect a Test ...

Page 4: ...USB Device 42 RS 232 43 Test 43 Commands 44 SCPI Conformance Information 44 Command Reference 44 Maintenance 65 Clean the Product 65 Clean Up Spills 65 Check the Bath Fluid 66 Drain the Bath Fluid 66 Transport the Calibration Bath 67 Calibrate the Product 67 Temperature Setpoint Calibration 68 Temperature Stability Calibration 69 Temperature Uniformity Calibration 70 Input Module Calibration 71 Tr...

Page 5: ...lamp probes and a reference thermometer The 7109A tests the temperature range of 25 C to 140 C The 6109A covers the temperature range of 35 C to 250 C Traceable NVLAP accredited calibration is included Models that equipped with the Input Module can also measure an RTD thermocouple or 4 20 mA transmitter and a reference PRT This functionality makes the Product a complete calibration solution www co...

Page 6: ...ecified replacement parts Disconnect the mains power cord before you remove the Product covers Disable the Product if it is damaged Do not use the Product if it is altered or damaged Do not heat bath fluid above its flash point unless it is necessary approved and handled safely The bath fluid or its vapor may be flammable Connect an approved three conductor mains power cord to a grounded power out...

Page 7: ...on directives Conforms to relevant Australian EMC standards Fuse Conforms to relevant South Korean EMC Standards This product complies with the WEEE Directive marking requirements The affixed label indicates that you must not discard this electrical electronic product in domestic household waste Product Category With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I this product is cl...

Page 8: ...e tank covered If the Product is operated with the tank open multiply the specifications by 1 25 Specifications are valid with fluid depth at least 130 mm and within the working volume defined as a 75 mm square centered in the tank opening from 15 mm above the bottom of the tank to 65 mm below the surface of the fluid The specifications also apply with the recommended fluid in good condition Resul...

Page 9: ...ion Temperature 0 C to 40 C 0 35 C Thermocouple Temperature 25 C to 250 C J 0 44 C K 0 49 C T 0 53 C E 0 44 C N 0 57 C M 0 48 C L 0 42 C U 0 48 C 0 C to 250 C R 1 92 C S 1 88 C C 0 84 C D 1 12 C G W 3 34 C mA 0 mA to 22 mA 0 02 0 002 mA Notes Specifications stated in percent are percent of reading If the environment temperature is outside the Performance Environment Range but within the Operating ...

Page 10: ...ow 4 20 mA Input Loop Power Voltage 24 V dc 6 V 4 20 mA Fuse 0 05 A 250 V 5x20 fast Size 1 Height 382 mm 15 in Width 242 mm 9 5 in Depth 400 mm 15 7 in Weight 2 7109A 20 kg 45 lb 6109A 16 kg 35 lb Fluid Volume 2 5 liters 0 66 gal Fluid Working Area 75 mm x 75 mm 3 in x 3 in Maximum Fluid Depth 154 mm Remote Interface RS 232 port 1200 to 38400 baud USB 2 0 device port USB 2 0 host port for data rec...

Page 11: ...ct if it is damaged Do not use the Product if it is damaged or altered Check that all items listed below are present and have no visible damage The Product Mains power cord see Figure 6 USB cable Probe access cover Transport tank cover Printed safety information Product CD Report of calibration with label Clamp on ferrite P models Din connector P models Test lead kit P models The Product CD contai...

Page 12: ...hen control is enabled Stir Guard Separates the working area of the tank from the stir propeller MIN and MAX marks on the stir guard show the correct fill levels Propeller Stirs the bath fluid Carrying Handle Use the handle to lift or move the Product There are also recessed handles on the sides of the Product not shown Ready Indicator Changes from amber to green when the bath fluid temperature ha...

Page 13: ...m the fan opening as the fan produces strong suction USB Host Port Use this port to record temperature data to a memory device USB Device Port Like the RS 232 Port this USB device port can be used to control the Product RS 232 Port Like the USB Device Port this port can be used to control the Product remotely Control Panel See Control Panel Process Input Module This optional module measures electr...

Page 14: ...Other Keys Controls used to operate the Product There are numbers cursor keys and to make menu choices Returns the UI to the prior menu and Use to move the cursor up or down and Use to move the cursor left or right Number keys 0 9 Use the ten number keys to enter decimal numbers If a setting accepts an exponential number a special exponent key is shown as one of the softkeys Push to save the numbe...

Page 15: ...gle this switch to O to turn off the Product Fuses Protect the Product from excessive current If a fuse appears to be blown contact Fluke Calibration for assistance See Contact Fluke Calibration Overflow Tube Directs excess bath fluid into the optional overflow container If the overflow kit is not used keep the overflow tube plugged and reduce the fluid level to allow for thermal expansion Overflo...

Page 16: ...minals A 4 20 mA transmitter connects to the two transmitter terminals labeled mA LOOP and COM Figure 5 Input Module Option Installation The subsequent sections explain safe and correct Product installation Product Placement Warnings To prevent possible electrical shock fire or personal injury do not restrict access to the Product mains power cord The mains power cord is the mains disconnecting de...

Page 17: ... point Bath fluid vapors tend to condense onto surrounding surfaces This can contaminate materials and inhibit laboratory cleanliness If enough condensation accumulates on the floor the floor becomes slippery and creates a safety hazard For appropriate fume extraction use a ventilation duct of at least 75 mm 3 inches in diameter with an air flow rate between 1 4 cubic meters and 1 7 cubic meters p...

Page 18: ... tank is filled to maximum depth To add bath fluid 1 Remove the tank cover 2 Pour the bath fluid in through the tank opening 3 Replace the cover and tighten its thumb screws 4 Clean up any drips or spills Do not get fluid on the control panel Attach the Probe Access Cover Keep the tank covered when you operate the Product to ensure temperature stability uniformity and accuracy Use the provided pro...

Page 19: ...pes available from Fluke Calibration Universal Euro North American Japan United Kingdom Australia China Swiss South Africa Brazil LC 1 LC 3 LC 4 LC 5 LC 6 LC 7 LC 42 hhp004 eps Type Fluke Calibration Part Number North America LC 1 Universal Euro LC 3 United Kingdom LC 4 Switzerland LC 5 Australia LC 6 South Africa LC 7 Brazil LC 42 Figure 6 Available Mains Power Cord Types www com information itm ...

Page 20: ...o avoid spills caused by thermal expansion of the fluid or an overfilled tank To install the bath fluid overflow accessory see Figure 7 1 Remove the plug from the overflow tube 2 Place the overflow container onto the mounting bracket and align it below the overflow tube 3 Place the cover not shown on the overflow container 1 2 3 icu03 eps Figure 7 Fluid Overflow Accessory www com information itm c...

Page 21: ...urchased separately to hold temperature probes in place while they are calibrated The post of the probe clamp screws into any of the four the M4 size threaded holes located near the corners of the top panel See Figure 8 icu14 eps Figure 8 Probe Clamp Accessory www com information itm com 1 800 561 8187 ...

Page 22: ...k opening and attaches to the top panel of the Product with four thumb screws The height of the platform can be adjusted for proper immersion of the stems and flanges of the temperature sensors To adjust the height slightly squeeze the tabs inward on the height adjustment bracket shown in Figure 9 1 icu08 eps Figure 9 Adjustable Probe Fixture www com information itm com 1 800 561 8187 ...

Page 23: ...d Date Set the display language time date and other operator preferences in the Setup Instrument screen The UI is available in English French German Portuguese Spanish Russian Simplified Chinese Japanese Korean To change the language time or date 1 Push 2 Push 3 Push to move the focus to an item 4 Push 5 Push to move the selection to the necessary value 6 Push to save the change 7 Push the Done to...

Page 24: ...t the Reference Probe and Test Sensor The 7109A P and 6109A P include the Input module to which a reference thermometer and one DUT Device Under Test sensor can be connected Temperatures show on the display and are automatically recorded as a program runs This section explains how to set up these models to operate the sensor inputs Connect the Reference Probe A reference probe provides improved te...

Page 25: ...gh the ferrite as shown in Figure 10 Fluke Calibration also recommends a ferrite for the test sensor 1 3 2 icu10 eps Number Description Connector Clamp on Ferrite Probe Figure 10 Ferrite Installation The reference probe plugs into the REF PRT input It requires a 6 pin DIN connector wired as shown in Figure 11 1 2 3 icu11 eps Number Description Probe Connector Shield PRT Sensor Figure 11 Reference ...

Page 26: ...e 4 Push or to step through the list 5 Push Done to return the first screen If the reference probe does not have a programmed INFO CON connector enter the probe coefficients manually Get the values from the reference PRT s report of calibration Push Test Calculation to test the probe coefficients and see that they produce correct temperatures When properly connected and configured the temperature ...

Page 27: ...ove the highlight to the RTD Type control 12 Push to enter edit mode 13 Push or to move the highlight to the correct type 14 Push to save 15 Push Done to return the first screen When properly connected and configured the temperature or resistance of the test RTD shows on the display under DUT in Monitor mode Connect a Thermocouple The Input Module measures temperature from a thermocouple and autom...

Page 28: ...and COM If Loop Power mode is OFF the Input Module measures current that flows into the red COM terminal If Loop Power is on positive dc voltage is supplied from the red COM terminal to the black mA LOOP terminal and the Input Module measures current that flows into the black mA LOOP terminal Configure the mA Input Configure the Input Module to measure the transmitter current If the transmitter ha...

Page 29: ...properly configured the reference temperature and test sensor reading show on the home screen Test Sensor reading P models only This is the temperature that the DUT presently reads Control Indicator Shows Stable when the bath fluid temperature is at the setpoint and the Product is ready for temperature measurement Connection Indicator P models only The connection indicator shows when a reference p...

Page 30: ... you use a reference probe place it in the center of the working area Use the optional probe clamps to hold sensors vertical at the proper height Set the Setpoint 1 Push The setpoint field changes to edit mode 2 Enter the setpoint temperature with the number keys 3 Push to save the setpoint 4 Push Ramp to specify a temperature ramp rate 5 Push to edit the Ramp Rate 6 Use the number keys to type a ...

Page 31: ...d preset Set the Cutout The cutout is a safety device that prevents overheating of the Product and bath fluid in the event of operator error or product malfunction For each test set the cutout to 5 C to 15 C above the maximum temperature at which the Product will operate Do not set the cutout higher than the maximum safe temperature of the fluid 1 Push 2 Push Operation 3 Push to edit the Cutout Te...

Page 32: ...nge filename characters To use the keyboard 1 Use the direction keys to choose a letter 2 Push to add the letter to the filename 3 Repeat until the filename is complete Push Backspace to delete a letter Recording Temperature The recording function stores temperature readings in a file on a USB memory device To use this device 1 Insert a Linux compatible FAT32 formatted memory device into the USB h...

Page 33: ...e See Keyboard Use 4 Push Save to save the program name 5 Push Edit Setpoints to specify the setpoints 6 Push or to choose an existing setpoint or to add a new setpoint 7 Push to edit the setpoint temperature 8 Use the number keys to type the setpoint temperature 9 Push to save the setpoint 10 Push after all setpoints have been defined 11 Push several times to move the highlight to Dwell Time 12 P...

Page 34: ...e items in the user interface menu system The menus are arranged into separate menu trees associated with the mode keys Most menus contain a softkey labeled Done This returns the menu system to the home screen of the active mode Push to move to the prior menu Some menus require the password before settings can be changed Monitor Use Monitor mode to view and record temperature data Monitor Recordin...

Page 35: ... and set a new starting point for subsequent statistics Monitor Delta Temperature DUT Reading P models Select the parameter to be shown in the DUT field on the Monitor screen DUT Reading is the immediate indication from the test sensor Delta Temperature is the difference between the DUT reading and the reference probe temperature Delta T is only valid if the Reference and DUT are both configured t...

Page 36: ...n you push Program Use Program mode to create and run an automatic setpoint program When is pushed a list of defined programs is shown Use or to select a program Program Select Choose the program to run or edit does the same When you push a list of defined setpoints is shown The softkeys change with the state of the program execution Program Select Run Program Start the selected program This funct...

Page 37: ...efore the program is finished Order controls the order of setpoints If Order is Linear the program setpoints step from first to last in one cycle The next cycle starts with the first setpoint again If Order is Up Down the sequence is from first to last then backwards last to first to complete one cycle Dwell Time is number of minutes the temperature is held at each setpoint before it advances to t...

Page 38: ...am to memory Program Select Options Change general program and report settings If Program Beep is ON the Product beeps when the program finishes In the 7109A P and 6109A P settings to manage reports are also available Report determines whether a test report is created Readings are captured at the end of the dwell time and added to the report Standard determines the source for the reference tempera...

Page 39: ...Report Program Reports Delete Delete the selected report Setup The Setup menu contains operator preferences and instrument settings Setup Operation Change settings related to temperature control The cutout is a safety device that prevents overheating of the Product and bath fluid in the event of operator error or product malfunction If the fluid temperature exceeds the Cutout Temperature power is ...

Page 40: ...at for the time shown on the display Options are 24 hour and 12 hour format Time changes the clock s time Date Format selects the format of dates shown on the display Options are YYYY MM DD default MM DD YYYY DD MM YYYY DD MM YYYY and YYYY MM DD Date changes the clock s date Decimal selects the decimal character used in numbers shown on the display Options are period and comma Setup Instrument Eng...

Page 41: ...echnician when necessary Incorrect values could cause the bath temperature to oscillate or drift The password is required to change these settings Stir Speed sets the speed of the stir motor The normal speed is 2000 revolutions per minute RPM When bath fluids are used that have low viscosity the operator might want to decrease the stir speed to reduce spatter Note The stir motor only runs when tem...

Page 42: ...robe DUT P models Setup Instrument More Password Default Change the password back to the factory default 1234 Setup Instrument More Service View or change service related parameters Product information is shown Model Serial Number Firmware Version Bath Calibration date and Input Calibration date P models Setup Instrument More Service System Status View information about the condition of the Produc...

Page 43: ...me of remote operation Setup Instrument More Service System Status Update Firmware Update the Product firmware A valid firmware update file must be stored on the memory device plugged in to the USB host port Setup Instrument More Service Memory Manage data stored in memory The Memory screen shows how many user defined programs and test reports are stored in memory Setup Instrument More Service Mem...

Page 44: ...sword to change any of the settings Input Calibration is the date the Input Module was calibrated REF1C0 adjusts the accuracy resistance measurements at 0 Ω REF1C100 adjusts the accuracy of resistance measurements at 100 Ω TCC0 adjusts the accuracy of the thermocouple measurements at 0 mV TCC100 adjusts the accuracy of the thermocouple measurements at 100 mV TCCRJ adjusts the accuracy of the therm...

Page 45: ...peration Setup Probe DUT Configure the test sensor DUT Type is the type of sensor The Input Module can measure an RTD thermocouple or 4 20 mA transmitter Different parameters are shown below depending on the DUT Type RTD Type is the specification to which the RTD conforms Choose PT100 385 for an RTD that conforms to IEC 60751 or ASTM E 1137 Other options are PT100 392 for an α 0 00392 type PRT PT1...

Page 46: ... in Figure 14 Some setup may be required to get the remote interface to function properly with the computer 1 2 3 icu04 eps Number Description USB Host Port USB Device Port RS 232 Port Figure 14 Remote Interface Ports USB Device The USB remote interface requires a special driver to be installed on the computer The driver can be found on the Product CD Connect the Product to the computer with the p...

Page 47: ...e first screen Test Once the remote interface is set up test several commonly used commands 1 Run terminal software such as PuTTY 2 Select the COM port associated with the Product 3 Select the matching baud rate 4 Type the command SYST BEEP IMM and push Enter on the remote computer The Product should beep 5 Type the command IDN and push Enter on the remote computer Product information should appea...

Page 48: ...eywords shown in square brackets are optional Parameters shown separated by are alternative values Some commands as noted may be password protected The password must be given with the command SYSTem PASSword CENable SYSTem PASSword CENable Some commands are conditionally password protected depending on the security setting Some commands as noted are only available in the 7109A P and 6109A P Comman...

Page 49: ... PON Power on IDN Return product information The response contains the manufacturer model number serial number and firmware version numbers OPC OPC Operation complete Since all commands are sequential this command is not necessary for synchronization OPT Return the product configuration The response is 1 if the Product is equipped with the Input Module 7109A P or 6109A P only It is 0 otherwise RST...

Page 50: ...lag 3 QSB Questionable status flag 4 MAV Message available not used 5 ESB Standard Event Status flag 6 MSS Master summary status 7 OSB Operation status flag TST Return the self test results The response is 1 if a failure was detected or 0 otherwise WAI Wait to continue Since all commands are sequential this command is not necessary for synchronization CALibration DATE year month day CALibration DA...

Page 51: ...n of the reference probe readings The response is a temperature value in C or F and depends on the temperature unit setting CALCulate1 CONVersion CATalog P models only Return the list of supported PRT types for the reference probe The response is CVD ITS90 IEC RES NONE CALCulate1 CONVersion DATE year month day CALCulate1 CONVersion DATE P models only Store the given date as the reference probe cal...

Page 52: ...nclosed in quotation marks This command is conditionally password protected CALCulate1 CONVersion STATe P models only Return the connection state of the reference probe memory The response is 1 if the Product and reference probe memory are linked or 0 otherwise CALCulate1 CONVersion TEST numeric_value P models only Return temperature calculated from the given resistance that uses the current refer...

Page 53: ...sensor type type is the specific DUT sensor type The allowed types depend on the current function see CALCulate2 CONVersion CATalog and SENSE2 FUNCtion When the DUT sensor type is changed the RTD wires setting see INPut2 RTD WIRes and transmitter loop power setting see INPut2 MAMP LPOWer revert to their default values This command is conditionally password protected CALCulate2 DATA P models only R...

Page 54: ...ing is mA This command is conditionally password protected DATA RECord STATe boolean DATA RECord STATe Turns data recording on or off A properly formatted memory device must be already connected to the USB host port boolean is 1 ON or 0 OFF DATA RECord FILename filename DATA RECord FILename Specify the name of the file to which data is recorded filename is the name of the file that can have up to ...

Page 55: ... CHINESE JAPANESE or KOREAN DISPlay SAVer numeric_value DISPlay SAVer Set the screen saver timeout period numeric_value is the time in minutes 0 disables screen saver A non zero value is rounded to 10 30 or 60 DISPlay TEMPerature DIGits numeric_value DISPlay TEMPerature DIGits Set the number of decimal places for temperature values on the display numeric_value is the number of decimals places eith...

Page 56: ... number of lead wires for the DUT RTD circuit The default is 4 wires This command is conditionally password protected MEASure P models only Return the reference probe temperature and DUT sensor reading The response is temperature in C or F and depends on the temperature unit setting OUTPut DATA Return percent heating output of the temperature control function The response is a decimal number of pe...

Page 57: ...efined a new default program will be created to replace those that have been deleted This command is password protected PROGram EXPlicit DEFine name numeric_value PROGram EXPlicit DEFine Create a new temperature program name is the name of the new program enclosed in quotation marks It can contain up to 14 characters Characters can range from A to Z a to z 0 to 9 and _ The name must be different f...

Page 58: ... SPO5 Setpoint temperature in C or F Default is 40 C or 104 F Setpoint 6 SPO6 Setpoint temperature in C or F Default is 40 C or 104 F Setpoint 7 SPO7 Setpoint temperature in C or F Default is 40 C or 104 F Setpoint 8 SPO8 Setpoint temperature in C or F Default is 40 C or 104 F Example PROG DEF My_Program 2 0 5 1 0 3 0 0 50 0 100 0 This command is conditionally password protected The query returns ...

Page 59: ...Table 5 numeric_value is the value of the variable PROGram SELected STATe boolean RUN PAUSe CONTinue STOP PROGram SELected STATe Change the execution state of the selected program boolean is 0 STOP or 1 RUN Which parameters are allowed depends on the present state RST stops program execution The query returns the present state either STOPPED RUNNING or PAUSED PROGram MEMory CLEar ALL P models only...

Page 60: ...models only Set a calibration parameter for the Input Module PRT RTD inputs index selects the calibration parameter 1 REF1C0 2 REF1C100 numeric_value is the value to which the calibration parameter is set Calibration parameters should only be changed by a qualified technician as part of a calibration procedure This command is password protected SENSe1 DATA P models only Return the reference probe ...

Page 61: ... CUTout EVENt Return the most recent cutout event The response is a sum of one or more codes Codes are interpreted as in Table 8 Table 8 Cutout Codes Code Definitions 0 No cutout occurred 1 Fluid temperature exceeded the cutout temperature 2 Tank is empty 16 Heater temperature exceeded the cutout temperature 32 Stir motor failed SOURce CUTout LEVel numeric_value SOURce CUTout LEVel Set the cutout ...

Page 62: ...ted SOURce LCONstants PBANd numeric_value SOURce LCONstants PBANd Set the proportional band loop constant for temperature control Control parameters affect the temperature stability of the Product and should only be changed by a qualified personnel This command is password protected SOURce RAMP RATE numeric_value SOURce RAMP RATE Set Ramp Rate numeric_value is the ramp rate value in C per minute o...

Page 63: ...e Return the moving average of the fluid temperature The response is a temperature value in C or F and depends on the temperature unit setting SOURce SENSe AVERage SDEViation Return the moving standard deviation of the fluid temperature The response is a temperature value in C or F and depends on the temperature unit setting SOURce SENSe DATA Return the fluid temperature The response is a temperat...

Page 64: ... temperature unit setting The range depends on the model Example SOUR SPO DEF8 100 SOURce SPOint SELect index Set the temperature setpoint to a selected preset Temperature control must be turned on for the setpoint to take effect see the command OUTPut STATe SOURce STABility BEEP boolean SOURce STABility BEEP Enable the ready beep boolean is 0 OFF or 1 ON SOURce STABility CONDition Return the read...

Page 65: ...ted SOURce STIR TACHometer Return the actual stir speed The response is the stir speed in revolutions per minute RPM Stir speed is 0 if control is off STATus OPERation EVENt Return and clear the SCPI Operation Status Event register P models only The response is 16 measurement ready if the latest reading of the reference probe has not yet been queried see the command FETCh STATus OPERation CONDitio...

Page 66: ...egister numeric_value is a decimal number ranging from 0 to 255 This determines which bits of the Questionable Status Event Register affect the QSB summary message of the Status Byte Register SYSTem BEEP IMMediate Make the Product beep SYSTem BEEP KEY boolean SYSTem BEEP KEY Enable key beep boolean is 0 OFF or 1 ON SYSTem COMMunicate SERial BAUD numeric_value SYSTem COMMunicate SERial BAUD Set the...

Page 67: ...or from the error queue The response is an error code and message separated by a comma Example 100 Command error If the error queue is empty the message is No error Example 0 No error SYSTem KLOCk boolean SYSTem KLOCk Disable the front panel keys boolean is 0 OFF unlocked or 1 ON locked After power on the setting is always 0 SYSTem PASSword CDISable Lock protected commands At power on all protecte...

Page 68: ...ected When the setting is off only calibration commands and password commands are protected This command is password protected SYSTem TIME hour minute second SYSTem TIME Set the clock time This command is conditionally password protected SYSTem VERSion Return the SCPI version The response is 1999 0 UNIT TEMPerature unit UNIT TEMPerature Select the temperature unit unit is C or CEL for degrees Cels...

Page 69: ...emporarily removed so that the area underneath it can be cleaned Use a T20 Torx driver to remove the carrying handle and a T10 Torx driver for the stir motor cover Replace the stir motor cover before you operate the Product Clean Up Spills Fluid spilled on the floor is a safety hazard To avoid accidents follow these precautions and instructions Caution Be careful when you fill and operate the Prod...

Page 70: ...er set the setpoint to 100 C and hold that temperature for an hour to let the water evaporate Drain the Bath Fluid Occasionally it is necessary to drain the tank to replace the bath fluid or transport the Product A clean wide mouth container large enough to contain at least 2 5 liters of fluid is necessary Warning To prevent personal injury wear appropriate personal protective equipment To drain t...

Page 71: ... transport cover over the tank and fasten it securely 6 Install the overflow plug on the overflow tube 7 Wipe off any fluid on the Product 8 Use the carrying handle and the recessed handle on the side to lift the Product 9 If you transport the Product by car or truck carefully pack the Product in the original shipping carton 10 Follow the instructions provided in Setup to prepare the Product for o...

Page 72: ... alignment points Table 10 Calibration Points for Temperature Setpoint Calibration Point number 7109A Temperature 6109A Temperature Calibration Parameter 1 25 C 35 C TEMP1 2 0 C 100 C none 3 50 C 150 C TEMP2 4 100 C 200 C none 5 140 C 250 C TEMP3 To calibrate the temperature setpoint 1 Place the reference PRT in the center of the tank with the tip 13 mm above the bottom 2 Set the Stability Window ...

Page 73: ...e calibration parameters repeat the setpoint calibration to make sure that the errors at each calibration point are no greater than 50 of the specification Temperature Stability Calibration The Product is tested to ensure it performs within the Temperature Stability specifications Test temperature stability at least at the two extreme calibration points listed in Table 12 The temperature stability...

Page 74: ... modified probe access cover that has holes at the locations of interest To calibrate the temperature uniformity 1 Insert the first reference PRT into the tank at the reference location placing the tip of the PRT 15 mm above the bottom of the tank 2 Insert the second reference PRT into the tank at the test location 3 Set the setpoint to the required temperature 4 Wait for the control indicator to ...

Page 75: ... 4 wire resistor 0 0005 Ω Fluke 742A 25 100 Ω 4 wire resistor 0 001 Ω Fluke 742A 100 200 Ω 4 wire resistor 0 002 Ω 400 Ω 4 wire resistor 0 004 Ω Multifunction calibrator mV 2 0 μV mA 40 ppm 0 4 μA Fluke Calibration 5730A Type E thermocouple 0 06 C at 25 C or 35 C Calibration bath 0 1 C at 25 C or 35 C Fluke Calibration 7109A or 6109A Reference PRT 0 008 C Fluke Calibration 5628 PRT readout 20 ppm ...

Page 76: ...esistance 0 Ω REF1C0 2 25 Ω none 3 100 Ω REF1C100 4 200 Ω none 5 400 Ω none 6 DUT 4 wire DUT RTD 4 wires resistance 100 Ω none 7 DUT 3 wire DUT RTD 3 wires resistance 100 Ω none 8 Thermocouple DUT Thermocouple mV 10 mV none 9 0 mV TCC0 10 50 mV none 11 100 mV TCC100 12 DUT Thermocouple E 25 C or 35 C TCCRJ 13 4 20 mA DUT mA Loop Power OFF default scaling 0 mA none 14 4 mA mAC4 15 12 mA none 16 20 ...

Page 77: ...e specification Adjustment is required if the magnitude of any error is 50 of the specification Adjustments are made to the calibration parameters listed in Table 12 These are accessible in the Input Calibration menu after you enter the password Follow these steps For each adjustment point 1 Get the current value of the calibration parameter associated with the alignment point 2 Subtract the error...

Page 78: ... cools slowly Check the Ramp Rate setting Check the ac supply voltage The Calibration Bath heats or cools at less than 100 power It is normal for the Product to heat or cool at less than 100 to avoid excessive overshoot Check the Ramp Rate setting Check the AC supply voltage The fluid temperature is not accurate or steady Enable control Check that the fluid s viscosity is within the limit Set the ...

Page 79: ...k that the DUT is configured with the correct thermocouple type Transmitter reading is incorrect Check that the transmitter wires are connected to the correct terminals of the Input Module 4 20 mA Check that the DUT is configured for mA Check the Loop Power setting Push the Default function key to restore the correct Span Offset and Unit settings Check the current fuse of the Input Module Self che...

Page 80: ...ze deteriorate polymerize evaporate fume or burn Safety Hot fluids have potential to cause injury fire or damage Read and follow the safety guidelines near the front of this manual Warning To prevent personal injury Do not heat bath fluid above its flash point unless it is necessary approved and handled safely The bath fluid or its vapor may be flammable Read the fluid s safety data sheet SDS and ...

Page 81: ... change temperature up to two times faster than other fluids such as water Thermal Expansion Fluids expand when heated This causes the fluid level in the Product to rise or fall as the temperature changes Silicone expands more than some other fluids It is best to use the optional overflow kit to prevent bath fluid from spilling over the top of the tank Check the bath fluid frequently and add more ...

Page 82: ...ypes of silicone fluid supplied by Fluke Calibration Fluke model numbers identify the fluids Nominal viscosity at 25 C is shown below the model number The minimum temperature is the point at which viscosity is about 50 centistokes when the fluid is new The maximum temperature is just below the flash point The red line indicates the oxidation point above which the life of the fluid is reduced At th...

Page 83: ...A 5012 3 8L 2430079 Silicone fluid 50 centistoke for 6109A 5014 3 8L 2430135 Fluid overflow kit 7109 2080 4810215 Single Probe clamp kit 7109 2051 4810226 Adjustable probe fixture 7109 2027 4810232 Probe access cover 7109 2013 2 4810259 Carrying case 7109 CASE 4810267 RS 232 cable 2200962 Transport cover 7109 2013 1 4810244 USB cable 3724037 Din connector P models 3707630 Test lead kit P models 25...

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