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READ
Choose this function to measure temperatures with an RTD probe or sensor.
1) Disconnect the RTD sensor from any other device.
2) Select “
READ
” with slide switch
w
.
3) Place the EZ-CHECK switch into the READ position.
4) Connect the PIECAL 211 to the device using 2, 3 or 4 wires.
The PIECAL 211 measures the temperature signal and constantly updates the display with the
current temperature reading. Move the EZ-CHECK switch to MAX to see the highest temperature
reading and to MIN to see the lowest temperature reading. Press and hold the knob
e
to clear the
MAX and MIN readings.
The OVERLOAD indicator will light if excessive voltage or current is detected by the calibrator.
Reading RTD Sensors
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THERMOCOUPLE
CALIBRATOR
J, T, E, K, mV
Pt100
α
=385
AUTOMATED
RTD
CALIBRATOR
READ
SOURCE
HI
SET
LO
MAX
READ
MIN
OVERLOAD
Push & Hold
to
Store/Step
Push & Turn
for
Fast Dialing
Double Click
for Options
OFF
°C
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100.0
+
-
-
+