Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
PACE5000
PACE6000
Introduction
This technical manual provides operating instructions for the PACE Pneumatic Pressure
Controllers.
The features shown and described in this manual may not be available on some models.
Safety
The manufacturer has designed this equipment to be safe when operated using the
procedures detailed in this manual. Do not use this equipment for any other purpose than
that stated.
This publication contains operating and safety instructions that must be followed to ensure
safe operation and to maintain the equipment in a safe condition. The safety instructions
are either warnings or cautions issued to protect the user and the equipment from injury or
damage.
Use suitably qualified * technicians and good engineering practice for all procedures in this
publication.
Pressure
Do not apply pressures greater than the maximum working pressure to the equipment.
Toxic Materials
There are no known toxic materials used in construction of this equipment.
Maintenance
The equipment must be maintained using the procedures in this publication. Further
manufacturers procedures should be carried out by authorized service agents or the
manufacturers service departments.
Technical Advice
For technical advice contact the manufacturer.
* A qualified technician must have the necessary technical knowledge, documentation,
special test equipment and tools to carry out the required work on this equipment.
Abbreviations
The following abbreviations are used in this manual; the abbreviations are the same in the
singular and plural.
abs
Absolute
a.c.
Alternating current
ALT
Altitude
BSP
British pipe thread
CAS
Calculated airspeed
CSK
Countersunk
d.c.
Direct current
DPI
Digital Pressure Instrument
e.g.
For example
etc.
And so on
Fig.
Figure
ft
Foot
g
Gauge
Hg
Mercury
HTS
High tensile steel
Hz
Hertz
IAS
Indicated airspeed
i.e.
That is
IEC
International Electrotechnical Commission
IEEE 488
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers standard 488 data
in
Inch
kg
Kilogram
kts/kn
knot
LCD
Liquid crystal display
m
Metre
mA
Milliampere
max
Maximum
mbar
Millibar
min
Minute or minimum
mm
Millimetre
mV
Millivolts
MWP
Maximum working pressure
No.
Number
NPT
National Pipe Thread
PACE
Pressure Automated Calibration Equipment
Para.
Paragraph
PDCR
Pressure transducer
PED
Pressure Equipment Directive
psi
Pounds per square inch
PTX
Pressue transmitter
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ROC
RS232
SCPI
UUT
V
VFC
+ve
-ve
C
Rate of Climb
Serial communications data standard
Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments
Unit under test
Volts
Volts-free contact
Positive
Negative
Degrees Celsius
Associated publications
K0447 PACE 5000/6000 User Guide and Safety Instructions
K0450 PACE Series Calibration Manual
K0476 Pressure Control Module User Guide and Safety Instructions
K0472 Remote Communications Manual
K0469 Heritage Communications Manual - Instrument Emulation
Symbols
The equipment contains the following symbols to identify hazards.
This equipment meets the requirements of all relevant European safety directives.
The equipment carries the CE mark.
This symbol, on the instrument, indicates that the user should refer to the user
manual.
This symbol, on the instrument, indicates do not throw-away in domestic bin,
hazardous material, dispose correctly in accordance with local regulations.
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Factor (hPa)
Pressure units
Factor (hPa)
mbar
1.0
cmH2O @ 20C
0.978903642
bar
1000.0
mH2O @ 20C
97.8903642
Pa (N/m2)
0.01
kg/m2
0.0980665
hPa
1.0
kg/cm2
980.665
kPa
10.0
torr
1.333223684
MPa
10000.0
atm
1013.25
mmHg @ 0C
1.333223874
psi
68.94757293
cmHg @ 0C
13.33223874
lb/ft2
0.4788025898
mHg @ 0C
1333.223874
inH2O @ 4C
2.4908891
inHg @ 0C
33.86388640341
inH2O @ 20C
2.486413
mmH2O @ 4C
0.0980665
inH20 @ 60F
2.487641558
cmH2O @ 4C
0.980665
ftH2O @ 4C
29.8906692
mH2O @ 4C
98.0665
ftH2O @ 20C
29.836983
mmH2O @ 20C
0.097890364
ftH20 @ 60F
29.8516987
Unit Conversion
To convert FROM pressure VALUE 1 in pressure UNITS 1
TO pressure VALUE 2 in pressure UNITS 2, calculate as follows:
VALUE 2
=
VALUE 1 x FACTOR 1
FACTOR 2
Note:
The PACE instrument contains selectable pressure units and user defined units. Use the conversion
factors to calculate a user defined unit from the table above. Refer to the data sheets SDS0001 or
SDS0008 for the list of selectable pressure units.
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CONTENTS
Section
Title
Page
Description ......................................................................................................................
1-1
1.1
Introduction ....................................................................................................................
1-1
Installation.......................................................................................................................
2-1
2.1
Packaging........................................................................................................................
2-1
2.2
2-1
2.3
2-1
2.4
2-2
2.5
2-7
2.6
Electrical connections................................................................................................
2-8
OPERATION......................................................................................................................
3-1
3.1
Preparation .....................................................................................................................
3-1
3.2
3-2
3.3
Measure Mode...............................................................................................................
3-3
3.4
Control Mode..................................................................................................................
3-5
3.5
3-8
3.6
3-12
3.7
3-13
3.8
3-14
3.9
3-15
MAINTENANCE...............................................................................................................
4-1
4.1
Introduction ....................................................................................................................
4-1
4.2
4-1
4.3
Cleaning ...........................................................................................................................
4-1
4.4
Test .....................................................................................................................................
4-1
4.5
Calibration.......................................................................................................................
4-1
4.6
Replacement parts......................................................................................................
4-2
4.7
4-2
4.8
4-4
4.9
4-5
5-1
5.1
Introduction ....................................................................................................................
5-1
5.2
5-1
5.3
Fault Finding...................................................................................................................
5-2
5.4
5-3
6-1
6.1
Installation notes..........................................................................................................
6-1
6.2
6-4
6.3
Icons.................................................................................................................................. .
6-6
6.4
Measure Set-up.............................................................................................................
6-9
6.5
Control Set-up................................................................................................................
6-10
6.6
6-11
6.7
6-12
6.8
Options..............................................................................................................................
6-15
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6.8
Calibration.......................................................................................................................
6-28
6.9
6-29
6.10
Specification...................................................................................................................
6-29
6.11
6-29
6.12
Packaging Procedure.................................................................................................
6-30
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Description
1.1
Introduction
The PACE5000 single-channel and PACE6000 single/dual-channel, Pressure Automated
Calibration Equipment measures and controls pneumatic pressures and displays, on a
touch-screen, the pressure measurement and controller status. The touch-screen enables
selections and settings in both measure and control modes. The instrument can be
operated remotely through communication interfaces.
1-1
1 Description
The instrument can be mounted in a standard 19 inch rack system (rack-mount option).
1-2
Installation
2.1 Packaging
On receipt of the PACE5000 or PACE6000 check the contents of the packaging against the
following list:
i)
Packaging List
PACE5000 or PACE6000 Pressure Controller.
ii)
iii)
iv)
Pneumatic Control Module blanking plate (keep this plate for future use).
CAUTIONS:
1.
AFTER REMOVING A CONTROL MODULE, USE A BLANKING PLATE TO KEEP THE FLOW OF COOLING AIR.
2.
AFTER UNPACKING AN INSTRUMENT THAT HAS BEEN IN COLD CONDITIONS ALLOW TIME TO STABILISE
AND ANY CONDENSATION TO EVAPORATE.
2.
Return the instrument for calibration or repair complete the return goods procedure
detailed in section 6.8, Reference and Specification.
This procedure also applies to the pressure control module as a separate item.
2-1
2 Installation
2.4
Pneumatic connections
WARNINGS:
TURN OFF THE SOURCE PRESSURE AND CAREFULLY VENT THE PRESSURE LINES BEFORE
DISCONNECTING OR CONNECTING THE PRESSURE LINES. PROCEED WITH CARE.
ONLY USE EQUIPMENT WITH THE CORRECT PRESSURE RATING.
BEFORE APPLYING PRESSURE, EXAMINE ALL FITTINGS AND EQUIPMENT FOR DAMAGE.
REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FITTINGS AND EQUIPMENT. DO NOT USE ANY DAMAGED
FITTINGS AND EQUIPMENT.
Connection
Input
adaptor
G 1/8
G 1/8
Output
G 1/8
Vent
G 1/8
Reference G 1/8
Refer to the data sheets SDS0001 or SDS0008 for a complete range of adaptors.
Pressure supply (Figure 2-1)
1.
2.
3.
4.
supply +
supply -
The pressure supply must be clean, dry gas, nitrogen or air and at the correct pressure,
refer to the specification (Section 6).
Ensure the user systems can be isolated and vented.
Connect pressure and vacuum supplies to the SUPPLY + and SUPPLY - connection
ports.
Connect the Unit Under Test (UUT) to the required outlet connection port.
Example instrument
1
BSP connector
2
Bonded seal
Note: For instruments with NPT connections, use adequate pressure sealing.
2-2
2-3
2 Installation
Pneumatic Connection Examples (Figures 2-2 and 2-4)
These examples show a single channel connection detail using supply equipment described above.
SUPPLY
OUTLET
VENT REF
Refer to Section 6 Reference and Specification for details of other system components.
To protect the control module, for ranges above 100 bar, from over-pressure a suitable protection
device (such as a relief valve or bursting disc) must be fitted to limit the applied supply pressure to
below the MWP.
Optional differential connection kit.
2-4
SUPPLY
VENT REF
12
11
13
Pressure source
2
Conditioner
3
Filter
Regulate to between 110% full-scale and MWP
Diffuser*
6
Unit under test
7
Optional reservoir
Protection device 8
9
Optional differential connection
Oil mist trap
11
Vacuum source
12
Normally open electrical release valve
Check valve
a
atmosphere
Notes:Refer to Section 6 Reference and Specification for details of other system components.
*
2-5
2 Installation
OUTLET
SUPPLY
VENT REF
11
13
12
Pressure source
2
Conditioner
3
Filter
Regulate to between 110% full-scale and MWP
Diffuser *
6
Unit under test
7
Optional reservoir
Protection device 8
9
Optional differential connection
a
atmosphere
Vacuum generator
11
Source pressure (regulated compressed air supply)
Exhaust to atmosphere 13
Check valve
Notes:Refer to Section 6 Reference and Specification for details of other system components.
*
Optimum controller transient response and minimum time to set-point may be degraded if either
the pneumatic supply or vacuum system has restricted flow. Installing a reservoir volume, which
has larger capacity than the load volume, located in close proximity to the controller supply ports
can improve the controller response.
To protect the control module, for ranges above 100 bar, from over-pressure a suitable protection
device (such as a relief valve or bursting disc) must be fitted to limit the applied supply pressure to
below the MWP.
Optional differential connection kit.
2-6
Example instrument
2-7
2 Installation
Refer to the electrical connections below before finally fitting the instrument into the equipment
rack.
Temporarily locate and screw in the two spigots* to each side of the equipment rack.
Locate and slide the instrument into the rack, locating the instrument on the spigots*.
Secure the instrument in the equipment rack with two of the screws and washers (supplied).
Remove the two spigots* and replace with the remaining two screws and washers (supplied).
2.6 Electrical connections
WARNINGS
1.
2.
ISOLATE THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE MAKING ANY ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE
REAR PANEL.
General
The instrument must be connected to the correct electrical power supply as stated on a label next
to the power connector. Also see section 6 Reference and Specification.
Make sure that the power supply is off before connecting the power cable.
Requirements for rack-mounted instruments
Install an isolator in the power supply circuit. The power supply connector and switch on the
rear panel of the instrument will not be accessible.
Set the power supply isolator to OFF. Connect the power supply and set the power supply
switch to ON before sliding the instrument into the rack.
Set the power supply isolator to ON .
Check that the front panel display shows the power-up sequence.
Connecting (Figure 2-6)
To connect the power supply to the instrument proceed as follows:
Insert the IEC power connector (1) into the power supply connector at the rear of the
instrument.
Set the ON/OFF switch to ON.
Check that the front panel display shows the power-up sequence.
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Fuse carrier
Fuse
pin +
=
+24 Vdc
pin -
=
0 Vdc
This facility can energise external equipment. An integral self-resetting fuse protects this output.
Logic (switch) Input
Using a 4-way connector:
Input
Output
This facility can be used to trigger the instrument from a pressure switch contact during the
Pressure Switch Task (see Section 3.4). Connections are not polarised and can be connected either
way. Integral opto-isolators protect this input circuit.
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2 Installation
Communication Connections
Connect the appropriate connectors into the rear panel communications ports and, if appropriate,
secure with the captive screws.
Note: The RS232 and IEEE 488 interfaces are both enabled at power-up. Set the required parameters in
Supervisor Setup/communications menu, see Section 3.8.
1
5
RS232
USB A
2
6
RS232 Interface
When using the RS232 interface, a cable must be connected directly from the instrument to a
suitable port on the computer in a point to point link. The pin connections for the 9-pin D-type,
RS232 connector and the relationship between the instrument and the RS232 control signals,
together with device interconnection interface is shown in Table 2-1. The instrument is configured
as Data Circuit Terminating Equipment (DCE).
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Instrument
Instrument
Function
Control Line
Connector
9-way
D-type
Pin No.
Signal
Direction
RS232
Terminology
Computer/Printer
Connector Type
9-way
D-type
Pin No.
25-way
D-type
Pin No.
RxD (I/P)
TxD
TxD (O/P)
RxD
GND
GND
CTS (I/P)
RTS
RTS (O/P)
CTS
Pulled
high
internally
RLSD
(DCD)
Not
connected
DTR
20
Pulled
high
internally
DSR
DCE Ready
Equipment
chassis
Connector
shell
Cable
Screen
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2 Installation
IEEE 488 Interface
This interface complies with IEEE 488 standard. The IEEE 488 parallel interface connects a
computer/controller to one or more PACE instrument and possibly other instruments. Up to 30
instruments can be connected through a high-speed data bus to the computer/controller.
Note: The length of each IEEE 488 cable must be less than 3 metres to comply with the EMC
requirements, see Section 6 Reference and Specification.
Single Unit Installation (Figure 2-8)
Connect an IEEE 488 connector/cable assembly to the rear panel IEEE 488 connector of the
instrument.
Connect the other end of the connector/cable assembly to the IEEE 488 connector on the
controller/computer.
Change the IEEE 488 communication parameters as described in the Supervisor set-up (refer to
Section 6.7).
Multiple Unit Installation (Figure 2-8)
To install multiple units use stacking plugs to link from first instrument to the second instrument.
Proceed as follows.
Connect a pair of IEEE 488 stacking connectors
1
to the rear panel IEEE 488 connector of the
instrument
2
1
Connector to rear panel of first
instrument.
2
Connector from controller/computer.
3
3
Connector to rear panel of second
instrument.
Connect the other end of one of the connectors
to the IEEE 488 connector on the controller/
computer and the other connector into the next
instrument
Repeat this procedure for all the instruments in the system.
Use the Supervisor set-up (communications) menu on each instrument to set-up the required
communication parameters (refer to Section 3.8).
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2 - 13
2 Installation
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Operation
Preparation
Make sure the electrical cables and pneumatic pipes comply with the installation
requirements in Section 2.
Carry out the following before use:
Make sure the instrument power supply switch on the rear panel is set to OFF.
2.
Connect the instrument to the electrical supply, make sure the supply includes a
connection to a protective earth.
3.
Inspect the pneumatic hoses for damage, ingress of dirt and moisture.
3-1
3 Operation
3.2
Power-up sequence
The following sequences of operation show the instrument in measure or control mode.
Note:The following sequence is an example, the values and selections displayed depend on
the range(s) and options enabled in the instrument. To control pressure, the outlet port
must be connected to a UUT or a blanking plug fitted. The UUT must be of the correct
pressure rating or the instrument set to limit the set-point value to a safe pressure.
example display
Set the power supply to ON and the power-up
routine starts:
(1)
The display screen first shows:
(2)
(3)
Measure set-up
(4)
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Nudge up
Nudge down
Set-point entry
Measure mode
Pressure measurement of current selected sensor in current selected pressure measurement units
Control/measure selection
Display Icons
Auto zero
Percentage
Timed zero
Tare enabled
Linear rate
Zero
Maximum rate
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3 Operation
3-4
3-5
3 Operation
3.4
Control Mode
In measure mode, press Control and the instrument changes to control mode. Press
instrument stops controlling pressure and changes to measure mode:
and the
Key to display
1
Current measured pressure value (in limits green, out of limits blue).
Nudge up.
Nudge down.
Status area shows effort meter set in global set-up, press to enter control set-up.
Notes:
Active mode - control active, except in measure mode.
Passive mode - when the controller achieves inlimits condition, measure mode is automatically selected.
Gauge mode - when the controller achieves zero gauge inlimits condition, measure mode is automatically
selected and the zero valve opens.
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To change the set-point value, touch the set-point area of the screen and the display
shows the numeric keys. Set the new set-point value.
To control pressure to the new set-point value press the Control key. The display shows
the pressure value changing as the instrument controls to the new set-point, at the set
rate of change.
When changing from measured to controlled mode the displayed pressure digits
change from black (measured pressure) to blue (controlled pressure out of limits) to
green (controlled pressure in-limits).
If enabled, the effort meter shows the effort the controller exerts to achieve the setpoint. The status area can be changed to various displays showing pressure and
controller performance.
Effort meter
Note: In normal controlled pressure conditions the effort meter stays within the band (green). If the
status indicator moves outside the band there may be a leak into or out of the system.
Controlling to ambient/zero pressure
Use the numeric key display and set the new set-point value to ambient or zero gauge
pressure.
When the display shows the new set-point value, press the Control key.
The display shows the pressure value changing as the instrument controls to the new
set-point, at the set rate of change.
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3 Operation
3-8
Before operation, the instrument must be connected to the correct electrical and pneumatic
supplies as detailed in Section 2, Installation.
Switch the instrument ON and, after a short time, the display shows measured pressure
mode (except when regulator mode is selected) and to the task set before the power-off.
Measure and Control Modes
The instrument operates in two modes, Measure or Control. In Measure mode, the instrument
works as a precision pressure indicator and shows the pressure measured at the output port. In
Control mode, the instrument works as a precision pressure controller and shows the controlled
pressure measured at the output port. Pressing Task enables various pre-determined functions:
Task
The display shows the task screen. When selected, e.g. Basic, the screen changes to show the
selected task.
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3 Operation
Task
To control pressure in the task proceed as follows:
(a)
Select the required units of pressure measurement from the measure set-up menu.
(b)
Press the status area and enter control set-up, select the required slew rate. The
display changes to show the type of slew rate selected. Select the required vent slew rate in
vent set-up.
Caution:
Use the vent set-up to prevent damage to rate-sensitive equipment
connected to this controller. The vent slew rate setting is independent of the
controller slew rate settings.
Return to the task screen. In basic task, use the numeric keys to enter a set-point.
(c)
Press the Control key to start controlling pressure.
(d)
The screen display changes as follows:
If enabled, the effort meter indicates the amount of work done (effort) by the
controller.
(e)
When the controller achieves the selected pressure set-point, the screen display
changes as follows:
If enabled, the effort meter shows the controller effort to keep the pressure at
the set-point.
(f)
On completion of testing, select control set-up and select Vent to reduce the system
pressure to near atmospheric pressure. This feature should be used to reduce system
pressure to a safe value before disconnecting the Unit Under Test.
Notes:
1.
The vent valve opens and remains open until a key press or receipt of a communications
command.
2.
Always use the vent function before disconnecting pressure equipment from the outlet
port.
(g)
Press the
key to return to measure mode. The screen display changes as follows:
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P = pressureN = Number of pointsR = range between low set-point (1) and high set-point (5)
*
controlled pressure to each set-point
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3 Operation
Preset
The Preset function is similar to the Divider function except that, using this menu, individual setpoint values can be defined for each of 25 set-points.
The set-up function displays
a preset number, pressing the
soft key for that number
assigns a pressure value to
the key. After setting all the
25 preset pressures, enter
control mode and then press
a soft key to change to the
pressure assigned to that key
(and *controlled at the
selected rate).
1
2
3
4
5
5
4
3
= pressure
T = time
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Selections
Escape key
3 - 13
3 Operation
Status area settings
Enables the user to view an operating condition or parameter of the instrument:
Full-scale
- pressure in current selected units of the pressure range.
Source
- positive and negative source pressure values in current selected units.
Effort meter - indicates controller effort.
In Limits meter- indicates controller in-limits condition and time to in-limits.
Module logic I/P-indicates status condition of logic input of control module.
Vent and +ve FS-enables vent selection and shows full-scale pressure in current
selected units.
Zero and +ve FS-enables zero selection and shows full-scale pressure in current
selected units.
Rate
- indicates slew rate set.
Barometric - displays barometric pressure.
Tare
- indicates tare condition and value.
Status area examples
Full-scale
In-Limits meter
Effort meter
Barometric
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Supervisor set-up
3 - 15
3 Operation
3.9 Instrument Status
The control set-up menu provides access to the status of the instrument:
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3 - 17
3 Operation
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Maintenance
4.1
Introduction
This section contains the routine maintenance and procedures to replace components
detailed in Section 5, Testing and Fault Finding and listed in Table 4.2.
Table 4.1 - Maintenance Tasks
Task
Period
Visual Inspection
Cleaning
Weekly*
Test
Before use
Calibration
12 months
Determined by usage.
* may change depends on usage (e.g., rack mounted, bench top) and environment (e.g., humidity, dust).
may change depends on the required accuracy.
4.2
Visual Inspection
Inspect the external of the instrument, and associated equipment, for obvious signs of
damage and dirt. If necessary, clean the instrument as detailed below.
4.3
Cleaning
Caution:
Clean the instrument every week. Clean the front panel with a damp lint-free cloth and mild
detergent.
4.4
Test
Carry out a standard serviceability test, refer to section 5.2.
4.5
Calibration
The pressure control module or the complete instrument should be withdrawn from service
and returned to the manufacturer or calibration facility, refer to section 6.14.
To find the date of the last calibration, press Measure or Control set-up/Status/Calibration
history. Do not use an instrument with out-of-date calibration.
4-1
4 Maintenance
4.6
Replacement Parts
Use only the replacement parts listed in Table 4.2.
WARNING:
TURN OFF THE SOURCE PRESSURE AND CAREFULLY VENT THE PRESSURE LINES BEFORE
DISCONNECTING THE PRESSURE LINES FOR MAINTENANCE. PROCEED WITH CARE.
ISOLATE THE INSTRUMENT POWER SUPPLIES BEFORE REPLACING PARTS, WITH POWER
APPLIED THE INSTRUMENT CONTAINS LETHAL VOLTAGES.
Table 4.2 - Replacement Parts List
Part number
Description
IO-FILTER-KIT
Kit, filter
CMX-XXXX
4.7
Isolate the power supply to the instrument and disconnect the IEC power supply connector (1).
Note:
Remove the fuse carrier (2) from the power supply input socket assembly and replace the
fuse cartridge (3).
Note:
Refit the fuse carrier (2) in the power supply inlet socket assembly.
Switch on the power supply and set the power supply switch to ON. The instrument should
now be operational.
If the fuse blows immediately on switch-on, contact the manufacturer or Service Agent.
4-2
IEC connector
Fuse carrier
Fuse
4-3
4 Maintenance
4.8
Procedure
Retainer
Filter
example instrument
Pressure module 2
Instrument case
Blanking plate
Unscrew the four captive, Phillips cross-head screws securing the pressure
module (1) in the instrument case (2).
Note: If necessary, temporarily fit a blanking plate (supplied) to protect the internal components
from ingress of foreign matter.
Fitting
Fit a fully compatible pressure module (1) into the instrument case (2).
Note:
See below for additional fitting instructions for the PACE 6000.
Secure the pressure module (1) with the four captive, Phillips cross-head screws.
4-5
4 Maintenance
Note:
PACE 6000
Cautions:
1.
AFTER REMOVING A CONTROL MODULE, USE A BLANKING PLATE TO KEEP THE FLOW OF COOLING AIR.
2.
TWO-CHANNEL OPERATION, COMBINING THE OUTPUTS OF TWO PRESSURE CONTROL MODULES CAN
BE DONE WHEN BOTH PRESSURE MODULES ARE BELOW 70 BAR OR BETWEEN 100 TO 210 BAR.
DAMAGE OCCURS IF ONE PRESSURE MODULE IS BELOW 70 BAR AND THE OTHER IS 100 TO 210 BAR.
When installing two pressure modules, the module with the higher pressure
range must be located in the right-hand side (Module 1) above the power supply
connector.
Note:
When connecting the output ports of two pressure
modules together make sure both are either:
Serial number
below 70 bar.
OR
between 100 to 210 bar.
To comply with the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) do not mix these categories.
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5.1
Introduction
The PACE instrument contains a built-in, self-test and diagnosis system that continuously
monitors the performance of the unit. At power-up, the system performs a self-test.
This section details the standard serviceability test. A fault finding table lists possible faults,
the probable cause and the procedures to rectify the fault.
5.2
1.
2.
The measured pressure digits change from black to blue and shows the
pressure value changing towards the set-point.
If enabled, the effort meter indicates the work effort of the controller.
(f)
When the controller achieves the selected pressure set-point, the screen display
changes as follows:
The colour of the displayed pressure value changes from blue to green
indicating that the controller is within the in-limits tolerance.
If enabled, the effort meter shows the controller effort to keep the pressure at
the set-point.
(g)
Select vent and the pressure reduces to atmospheric pressure at a controlled rate
(vent slew).
(h)
The test is completed when the controller is at atmospheric pressure.
Notes:
1. The vent opens and remains open until OK is pressed.
2. Always use the vent function before disconnecting pressure equipment from the outlet
port.
(j)
The instrument automatically returns to measure mode. The colour of the displayed
pressure value changes to black.
5-1
Fault Finding
Check the fault conditions and solutions listed in the following table before contacting
gesensinginspection.com or a recommended Service Agent.
Fault
Solution
24 V DC output intermittent.
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5-3
5-4
6-1
Supply contamination
Some supplies may need the removal of water, oil or particulate contamination. Any water in the
compressed gas supply will be in vapour form, i.e. non-condensing and must be removed using a
mist filter. Oil must be completely removed as this causes a rapid deterioration of the control valve
performance. The compressed gas supply must not contain particulates and must be removed
using a particulate filter. Do not use a compressed gas supply containing corrosive material.
Systems without a negative supply
Without a negative supply (vacuum pump), release the positive pressure from the system to
atmosphere through the negative supply port.
The release from the negative port may be piped away to a place where this discharge causes no
disturbance or hazard. Alternatively, a diffuser may be fitted to the negative supply port to diffuse
air flow.
The need for a negative supply (for optimum performance)
General
Supply pressures (at least 110% of range but less than the MWP) there must be a difference of 10%
of full-scale between the supply pressure and the maximum output pressure. When operating at
positive or negative full-scale, there must be a pressure difference between supply and output to
cause a gas flow.
Operating near atmospheric pressure or below
Any controller operating near atmospheric pressure or below requires a vacuum pump or other
negative supply connected to the negative supply port for optimum performance. Without a
vacuum supply, as the output pressure approaches atmospheric pressure, the differential pressure
approaches zero resulting in a reduced flow to the output.
Reduced flow causes an increase in the time to control to atmosphere, especially with large user
volumes, and an increased overshoot at low pressures, see figures 2-3, 2-4 and 2-5.
Vacuum Pump
Each PACE Control Module has a vacuum sensor so it is normal practice to connect a vacuum
pump to the -ve supply port. The flow rate of the vacuum pump does not matter but generally
higher pump flow improves PACE control performance. However, low pressure ranges <700mbar
require vacuum regulation or the use of the negative gauge pressure generator IO-NEG-G-GEN-1
option.
Conclusion
Use a vacuum supply for:
Absolute ranges
Time to reduce system pressure at pressures below 2 bar (30 psi), full-scale.
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Air
pressure
(kPa)
16
18
20
22
24
26
87
1.052
1.045
1.037
1.029
1.021
1.014
1,006
88
1.064
1.057
1.049
1.041
1.033
1.025
1.018
89
1.077
1.069
1.061
1.053
1.045
1.037
1.029
90
1.089
1.081
1.073
1.065
1.057
1.049
1.041
91
1.101
1.093
1.085
1.077
1.069
1.061
1.053
92
1.113
1.105
1.097
1.089
1.080
1.072
1.064
93
1.125
1.117
1.109
1.100
1.092
1.084
1.076
94
1.137
1.129
1.121
1.112
1.104
1.096
1.088
95
1.149
1.141
1.133
1.124
1.116
1.108
1.099
96
1.162
1.153
1.145
1.136
1.128
1.119
1.111
97
1.174
1.165
1.156
1.148
1.139
1.131
1.123
98
1.186
1.177
1.168
1.160
1.151
1.143
1.134
99
1.198
1.189
1.180
1.172
1.163
1.154
1.146
100
1.210
1.201
1.192
1.184
1.175
1.166
1.158
101
1.222
1.213
1.204
1.196
1.187
1.178
1.169
102
1.234
1.225
1.216
1.207
1.199
1.190
1.181
103
1.247
1.237
1.228
1.219
1.210
1.201
1.193
104
1.259
1.249
1.240
1.231
1.222
1.213
1.204
105
1.271
1.261
1.252
1.243
1.234
1.225
1.216
106
1.283
1.274
1.264
1.255
1.246
1.237
1.228
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6.2
Operational Requirements
Special Note
A contaminated UUT must have additional in-line filters connected between the output port
and the UUT to prevent contamination of the instrument.
Negative or Vacuum Supply
The negative supply for absolute control does not need to be regulated. Any variation between this
and absolute zero will affect instrument operation if controlling at low absolute pressures.
Oil Contamination
Precautions must be taken against oil transfer to the instrument.
Recommended
1.
A normally-open venting solenoid connected to atmosphere and the pump. When the pump
supply is switched off, the valve opens allowing atmospheric pressure to enter the pump
directly rather than through the pipe to the instrument.
Note:
Without this arrangement, oil may progressively move up the supply pipe and
into the instrument.
Pump Performance
Recommended for ranges above 2 bar (30 psi) gauge, positive full-scale
1.
When installing a vacuum supply protect the vacuum pump against the discharge of
positive pressure by the controller into the vacuum pump. This may result in reducing
vacuum pump performance.
2.
Use a check valve in the negative supply to vent excess pressure to atmosphere if the
vacuum pressure rises above atmospheric pressure. The check valve should be installed on
the instrument side of a volume which is approximately equal to the system volume. The
volume slows any rapid pressure rise giving the vacuum pump time to reduce the pressure.
Note:
A wide bore vacuum pipe can have enough volume and, used with a check valve,
could provide the necessary overpressure protection.
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6-5
6.3
Icons
Display Icons in Set-up Menus
Icon
Function
Icon
Function
Icon
Function
Active
Aero mode
Airspeed range
Alarm
Altitude range
Area of use
Asterisk
Auto range
Audio volume
Auto zero
Backlight
Calibration
Calibration history
Canbus
Change supervisor
PIN
Communications
Contrast
Control mode
Copy
Correction
analogue output
Correction SCM
Correction sensor
Correction source
sensor
Correction valve
Current set-up
Delete
Diagnostic
analogue OP
Diagnostic
barometric option
Diagnostic Canbus
Diagnostic control
sensor
Diagnostic
controller
Diagnostic general
Diagnostic RS232
Diagnostic source
sensor
Diagnostic
vacuum sensor
Diagnostic voltfree
Diagnostics
Display
Divider
Error
Escape
6-6
Function
Icon
Function
Icon
Function
Exclamation
Fault history
Gauge mode
Global set-up
Go-to-ground
Hardware build
Home
Idle time-out
IEEE488
Information
In limits
Instrument
Instrument
accuracy
Instrument alias
name
Language
Leak test
Lock
Lock tasks
Logic output
Max-min
Max peak
Min peak
Nudge
Passive mode
Percentage
PIN
Power-up
Preset
Pressure
Pressure filter
Process
Protective vent
Question
Range
Resolution
Re-try
Roughing
RS232
Restore to as
shipped settings
6-7
Function
Icon
Function
Icon
Function
Restore settings 2
Run
Save as shipped
Screen mode
Screen saver
SCM filter
SCM zero
Select range
Set-point disable/
enable
Set-point limits
Set-point higher
limit
Set-point lower
limit
Set date
Set time
Set-up zero
Software build
Software upgrade
history
Software upgrade
Status
Status area
Step (single)
Stop
Supervisor set-up
Switch test
Tare
Task
Test program
Test program
delete
Timing
Time out
Timed zero
Units
Use log
Vent
6-8
Function
Icon
Function
Icon
Function
Vent Yes/No
Vent set-up
Warning
Zero analogue
output
Zero history
Zero
6.4
Measure Set-up
Pressure zero
During use, the instrument pressure sensor can show small zero shifts caused by time and
temperature changes. Regular zeroing increases measuring precision.
Process
Selects display processing features that change the reading, as follows:
%: Pressure can be expressed as a percentage of full-scale or as a percentage of a
specified span.
Filter: The reading can be filtered by a custom low pass filter or the filter can be disabled
(default disabled). The controller works at a speed independent of the filter time constant.
Tare:
A specific tare value can be selected or the current displayed pressure reading can
be captured as the tare value. The display shows the selected tare value in the pressure
window.
Task
Selecting Task enables a set of pre-determined functions and software enabled optional
functions.
Units
Select the new units from the list of pressure measurement units. Special units can also be
defined, see supervisor set-up.
Global set-up
See paragraph 6.6.
Set-up zero
Mode = off/auto/timed
Interval = 00.00.00
Isolation status = isolated/non-isolated.
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6 - 10
Instrument status, model, module, control sensor, +ve source sensor and -ve
source sensor
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6 - 12
6 - 13
Power Up
With Normal selected, the instrument powers up in Measure mode.
With power-up set-point selected, the instrument powers-up in Control mode at a pre-selected
set-point value.
Note:
When using power-up set-point, be sure to disable the Idle Timeout feature.
Lock Tasks
Individual tasks:
Allows any combination of individual tasks to be disabled.
Note:
Restricts operation of the instrument to specific tasks or functions, ideal for
production procedures.
All:
Disables all tasks.
Change PIN
Changes the Supervisor PIN: enter the existing PIN, then the new PIN and confirmation of the new
PIN.
Note:
Confirmation of the new PIN permanently replaces the old PIN. Record this new
PIN and keep this record on a safe place. Should this new PIN become lost it can
only be reset by returning the instrument to a GE service centre.
User defined units
Permits the user to define a set of units. Following the on-screen prompts special units may be set
by selecting a Pascal multiplier and assigning a five character name.
Instrument alias name
Permits the user to define a 20 character alias name for the instrument. The instrument returns
this name through the communications interfaces.
Language
Operation in any of the following languages can be selected: English (default), French, German,
Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Japanese.
Further languages can be added.
Restore as shipped settings
Restores instrument settings to factory default.
Note:
Does not affect PIN settings.
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lk
= leak
P = pressure
= time (seconds)
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TP
test pressure
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6 - 17
Program
To start a test program, select the test programs listed on the screen, the step function moves
down the list of available test programs. To start a test program, press run.
When the program starts, a stop legend replaces the run legend. Press the stop key at any time to
stop the test program.
Enter a name for the program using the text editor keys to select letter range to select
the letter within the range. Use the right arrow key to move to the next character
position.
The display shows the line instruction with insert and delete selections. Pressing insert
changes the display to a list of the available programming commands.
Table 3.1 - Test Program Commands
Command
Description
Command
Description
BEEP
Beep on/off.
RATE_VALUE
BREAK
RESOLUTION
CONTROL
SETPOINT
COUNT
SETTLING_FAST
DWELL
SETTLING_N_O
GOTO
STOP_COUNT
IN_LIMITS
TEXT
IN_LIMITS_TIME
UNITS
IP_LOGIC
VENT
MEASURE
VFC OFF
PAUSE
VFC ON
RANGE
WAIT_IN_ LIMITS
RATE_MAX
ZERO
Output zeroed
To select a command, use the command on the display and press insert key to write it into the
program. Place the UNITS, RATE, SETTLING and RESOLUTION commands at the start of the
program this protects pressure-sensitive UUT.
When selected, certain commands require a value or selection to be set (e.g.) RANGE, RATE, TEXT
the display shows a screen prompt for the appropriate setting.
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6 - 19
Programming Loops
To program a loop, use the GOTO command. Include the COUNT command in the loop for counting
the number of loop cycles.
Note:
The test program commands do not include tests for conditional jumps; to stop a test program
from looping, Stop must be selected by the operator.
Example of programming a loop
START
1
UNITS
2
RATE_VALUE
3
RESOLUTION
4
IN LIMITS
5
IN LIMITS TIME
6
SETTLING_N_O
7
TEXT
8
ZERO
9
SET-POINT
10
CONTROL
11
WAIT IN LIMITS
12
BEEP ON
13
MEASURE
14
DWELL
15
SET-POINT
16
CONTROL
17
WAIT IN LIMITS
18
BEEP ON
19
MEASURE
20
COUNT
21
VENT
22
GOTO
END
mbar
100
5
zero
400
30
800
Program start
Select units, mbar
Select rate 100mbar/min
Display resolution 5 digits
Sets the In-limits band
10 (00:00:10) secs
No overshoot
Operator instruction, e.g.Connect UUT
Performs a sensor zero
Set-point, 400 mbar
Controller ON
Wait for In-limits condition
Beep on, approx. 1sec, Beep off
Switch to measure (controller off)
Wait, 30 sec
Set-point, 800 mbar
Controller on
Wait for In-limits condition
Beep on, approx. 1sec, Beep off
Switch to measure, controller off
Increment loop counter
Vent
Loop back to program line 9
Program end
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Refer to SDS 0001 or SDS 0008 for the performance of barometric reference and precision of
absolute ranges.
K0443 Issue No. 3
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Aeronautical option
The aeronautical option is a specialised application of the PACE instrument.
Special application note:
The PACE instrument must be set-up very carefully so that the aeronautical pressures applied
do not exceed maximum pressure values and rates of change.
Leak testing
Cautions:
1.
Do not exceed the maximum pressures stated in the appropriate Component
Maintenance Manual for the unit under test.
2.
Carefully de-pressurize all pipes to atmospheric pressure before disconnecting and
connecting to the unit under test.
Before testing an aeronautical component carry out a leak test. This task sets the test pressure,
dwell time at the test pressure and the leak test time.
At the start of the test, the instrument applies a test pressure to the user system. A dwell time
allows the user system to stabilise.
Aeronautical testing
The aeronautical task enables control and measurement of altitude and airspeed in aeronautical
units such as feet and metres (altitude) and knots, mph, km/h (airspeed). This task utilises dual
pressure displays to show the parameter and the rate of change of Altitude, Airspeed, Mach and
Airspeed with Mach number.
The aeronautical task enables the testing and calibration checking of aeronautical indicators and
system components by controlling and displaying values and rates in aeronautical units.
When using a single instrument, the pressure supply must be changed when changing from
Altitude to Airspeed.
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Units
The units can be either the aeronautical or pressure units. At any time, the units can
be changed between pressure and pressure converted to aeronautical units. The
display shows the outlet pressure converted to Altitude, CAS or Mach using BS 2G
199:1984* conversions and assuming standard atmospheric conditions.
* Based on tables from ICAO Standard Atmosphere 1964.
Reference Pressure
Select the required reference pressure, this can be either the barometric pressure
(from the instruments internal barometric sensor), or any numeric value (e.g.) 1013.25
mbar.
Go to ground
Returns the instrument and any unit under test (UUT), connected to it, safely to ground
pressure at a controlled (timed) rate.
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In the aeronautical mode, the display goes to the last selected parameter (altitude, airspeed or
Mach).
Altitude
6 - 24
Mach
6 - 25
Selects Analogue
O/P range.
analogue connections
30V maximum with
respect to chassis
On/off
6 - 26
Each selection
has three VFC.
Volts-free connections
Selection of
trigger
conditions
Selection of
trigger
conditions
Volts-free schematic
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6.9 Calibration
The calibration menu provides facilities for programming settings for maintenance as follows:
Note:
A PIN protects the Calibration menu against unauthorised use. Each instrument,
on delivery, contains the factory set PIN (4321). To continue protecting the
supervisor set-up menu, the PIN should be changed as soon as possible.
+ve source zero
-ve source zero
sensor correction
Changes the Calibration PIN. Enter the existing PIN, the new PIN and
confirmation of the new PIN. Should this new PIN become lost it can only be
reset by returning the instrument to a GE service centre.
Option enable process
Use the following process to enable the test
program option on a PACE instrument.
Example
Select Calibration.
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The data sheet SDS 0001 or SDS 0008 is contained in the CD shipped with the product.
6 - 29
Switch off and isolate the electrical power supply to the instrument. Remove the
instrument from the equipment rack to access the rear panel.
Disconnect the power supply cable and the pneumatic supply hose assemblies.
If available, use the original packing material. When using packing materials other than the
original, proceed as follows.
Fit protection to all the ports to prevent ingress of moisture and dirt.
Note:
Use the original red plastic plugs or low tack masking tape.
Mark carton FRAGILE on all sides, top, and bottom of shipping container.
Environment
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