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DPG 2001B and DPG2004B Series Digital Pressure Gauges

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Installation Precautions

Error or Out-of-Range Indications

Attempting to zero the gauge with pressure 

greater than approximately 3% of full-scale 

pressure or vacuum applied will result in an 

error condition. The display will alternately 

indicate 

Err 0

 and the actual pressure. 

The gauge must be powered down to reset 

the error condition. 
If excessive vacuum is applied to a 

pressure-only gauge, the display will 

indicate 

-Err

 until the vacuum is released. 

Applying vacuum to a pressure gauge can 

damage the pressure sensor.
If excessive pressure is applied (112.5% 

over range), an out-of-range indication of 

1 – – – or 1.–.–.– will be displayed.

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Display Backlighting

BL Versions Only

Display backlighting can be turned on by momentarily pressing the 

Power button whenever the gauge is on. The backlighting will turn 

on for one minute and then automatically shut off. This also restarts 

the auto shutoff timer. The display backlighting will not be apparent 

under bright lighting conditions.

Shut Down

To shut off the gauge manually at any time, 

press and hold the Power button until the 

display indicates 

OFF

 (about 5 seconds) 

and then release.
When the auto shutoff timer is used, the 

display indicates 

OFF

 five seconds prior 

to auto shutoff. Press the Power button to 

keep the gauge on.
If the gauge is set up without auto shutoff (on/off operation) it will 

stay on until manually shut off or until the batteries are depleted. 

Turn gauge off when not in use to conserve batteries.

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Battery Replacement

A low battery indication will be shown in the upper left-hand 

corner of the display when the battery voltage falls sufficiently. The 

batteries should be replaced soon after the indicator comes on or 

unreliable readings may result.
1.  Remove the 6 Phillips screws on the back of the unit. 
2.  Remove the battery cover or cradle (depending on model).

Remove batteries by lifting up the positive end of the battery 

taking care not to bend the battery holder spring.

3.  Discard old batteries properly, do not discard into fire, sources 

of extreme heat, or in any hazardous manner.

4.  Always replace both batteries at the same time with high quality 

alkaline batteries. Install batteries with correct orientation. The 

negative (flat) end of each battery should be inserted first facing 

the battery holder spring.

5.  Replace the back cover, including the rubber gasket.

Power-Up and Normal Operation

Your gauge is shipped ready to use. It was 

factory calibrated just prior to shipment 

with batteries installed.
Press and hold the Power button for 

approximately 1 second.
The display is tested.

The full-scale range is indicated.

The display test is briefly shown again.

The actual pressure and units are 
displayed. The gauge is ready for use. 

Occasional flashing of the minus sign is 

normal and indicates the gauge is at zero 

pressure.
Following the start-up initialization, the display indicates the 

pressure reading updated approximately 3 times per second. The 

auto shutoff timer starts when the gauge is powered and resets 

whenever any button is pressed, unless the gauge shutoff time was 

set to zero for on/off operation.

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Auto Shutoff Time Selection

The auto shutoff time is displayed on the 

upper display. The lower display will indicate 

AST M

 if the time displayed is in minutes 

or 

AST H

 if it is in hours. 

Use the 

s

 and 

t

 buttons to select 0, 1, 2, 

5, 10, 15, 20, or 30 minutes, or 1, 2, 4, or 

8 hours.
A setting of zero disables the auto shutoff 

timer. This requires using the Power button 

to shut the gauge off.
When the desired length of time is displayed, 

press and release the Power button to save 

your selection and move to the next parameter.

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AST M

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AST H

Zero the Display

This applies to gauge reference models only. Absolute reference 

gauges do not use the zero feature since they read atmospheric 

pressure under normal conditions.
Be sure the gauge is in the normal 

operating mode. The gauge port must be 

exposed to normal atmospheric pressure 

with no pressure or vacuum applied. 

Press and hold the Zero/Clear button.

Occasional flashing of the minus sign with 

zero pressure/vacuum is normal.
The stored zero correction is erased when 

the gauge is shut off.

Continue to press the Zero/Clear

 

button 

until 

oooo

 is displayed.

Release the button.
The gauge in now zeroed.

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Enter Gauge Configuration Mode

The configuration mode allows changing 

engineering units, shut off time, memory 

labels, or resetting these to factory defaults.
The gauge uses a 4 digit pass code to enter 

the configuration mode. This is to prevent 

unauthorized changing of settings.
With the gauge off, press and hold the 

s

 

button. Then press the Power button.
Release all buttons when the display 

indicates 

CFG

. The gauge firmware version 

is also displayed.
The gauge then goes through the normal 

power up sequence.
The display prompts for entry of the 

configuration pass code (

CFGPC

), with the 

first underscore blinking.
Note: The gauge will automatically revert 

to normal operation if no buttons are pressed for approximately 

15 seconds. To cancel and return to normal operation, press 

and release the Power button without entering any pass code 

characters.

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firmware version

power up sequence

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Enter the pass code. 3510 is the factory 

default, but it is user-modifiable.
Use the 

s

 or 

t

 buttons to set the left-

most digit to 3.

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CFGPC

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3

CFGPC

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CFGPC

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CFGPC

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3

CFGPC

Press and release the Power button to index 

to the next position. The 3 will remain, and 

the second position will be blinking.

Use the 

s

 or 

t

 buttons to select 5.

Press and release the Power  button to 

index to the next position. 3 5 will remain, 

and the third position will be blinking.
Use the 

s

 or 

t

 buttons to select 1.

Press and release the Power  button to 

index to the next position. 3 5 1 will remain, 

and the fourth position will be blinking.
Use the 

s

 or 

t

 buttons to select 0.

Enter Configuration Pass Code

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Gauge Configuration—User or Factory

Upon successful pass code entry, the upper 

display will be blank, and the lower section 

will display 

USER

.

With User selected, the gauge configuration 

can be modified as described in the 

following sections. 
Press and release the 

t

 button if User is 

not displayed. The lower display will indicate 

USER

.

Press and release the Power button to 

continue with configuration.
If Factory (

FCTRY)

 is selected, the user 

configuration will be replaced by the 

configuration as it left the factory.
To select Factory, press and release the 

s

 button. The lower display will indicate 

FCTRY

.

Press and release the Power button to restore 

the factory configuration and restart the gauge.

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USER

FCTRY

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CFGPC

After the pass code is entered press and 

release the Power button to proceed with 

configuration procedures. 
Note: If an incorrect pass code is entered, 

the gauge will return to the start of the pass 

code entry sequence.

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  Read these instructions before using the gauge. Configuration 

may be easier before installation. 

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 These products do not contain user-serviceable parts. 

Contact us for repairs, service, or refurbishment.

4

 Gauges must be operated within specified ambient 

temperature ranges.

4

 Outdoor or wash down applications require a NEMA 4X 

gauge or installation in a NEMA 4X housing.

4

  Use a pressure or vacuum range appropriate for the applica-

tion.

4

 Use fittings appropriate for the pressure range of the gauge. 

4

 Due to the hardness of 316 stainless steel, it is 

recommended that a thread sealant be used to ensure leak-

free operation.

4

 For contaminated media use an appropriate screen or filter 

to keep debris out of gauge port. 

4

 Remove system pressures before removing or installing gauge.

4

 Install or remove gauge using a wrench on the hex fitting 

only. Do not attempt to turn gauge by forcing the housing. 

4

 Good design practice dictates that positive displacement 

liquid pumps include protection devices to prevent sensor 

damage from pressure spikes, acceleration head, and 

vacuum extremes.

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Avoid permanent sensor damage! Do not apply vacuum to 

non-vacuum gauges or hydraulic vacuum to any gauges. 

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Avoid permanent sensor damage! NEVER insert objects into 

gauge port or blow out with compressed air.

 Gauges are not for oxygen service. Accidental rupture of 

sensor diaphragm may cause silicone oil inside sensor to 

react with oxygen.

T

he range next to the gauge model number table on page 1 

indicates the default range when the gauge was ordered. 
Engineering units may be changed to any of 

those listed in the same row as shown in the 

table on page 1. 
With the gauge in the user configuration 

mode, the upper display will be blank with 

the engineering units in the lower display.
Use the 

s

 and 

t

 buttons to navigate 

through the list of engineering units. Available 

engineering units depend on the sensor range.
When the desired units are displayed, press 

and release the Power button to save your 

selection and move to the next parameter.

Engineering Unit Selection

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WARNING:

 This product can expose you to chemicals including 

lead, nickel and chromium, which are known to the State of 

California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive 

harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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