Support Online Support For step-by-step instructions about how to use FieldLab, install accessories, and troubleshooting, go to: www.ralstonfieldlab.com/support Customer Service Contact Customer service directly Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm EST Phone: +1 440-564-1430 +1 800-347-6575 | US & CANADA Email: support@ralstoninst.com...
Included Items Items included with your FieldLab. If any items are missing, please contact Ralston. FieldLab Pressure Gauge FieldLab Gauge in specific pressure range and connection type. Model: FLP1 - FieldLab Gauge Model: DGAU-0120 - FieldLab 1/4” Male NPT (2M) Model: DGAU-0121 - FieldLab 1/4”...
Activate Your FieldLab Before using your FieldLab Pressure for the first time, you will need to activate it and link with your PC. Download & Install FieldLab Desktop www.RalstonFieldLab.com Visit to download and install FieldLab Desktop on your Windows PC* Open &...
FieldLab Quick Start Overview Create Test Modes Create Test Modes for common tasks such as Calibration Tests or Data Logging. Add Test Modes to Your FieldLab Add the Test Modes you need to do your work onto the FieldLab Pressure gauge.
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Run Tests in the Field Connect your FieldLab to a pressure source and your Device Under Test (DUT) and run your Test Modes as needed. Log results of Calibration Tests or perform Pressure Monitoring Logging. All results are stored in Data Sets on the FieldLab.
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FieldLab Features Overview Intrinsically Safe Intirinsically safe for use in US, Canada, ATEX and IECEx hazardous environments. For all certifications see page 12 Accuracy to 0.1% of Reading Precision readings accurate to within 0.1% of reading from 20% and above. Below 20% of scale readings are .002% of full scale.
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Manage FieldLab(s) with Desktop Software Manage all your FieldLabs in the same place with the FieldLab Desktop software. Calibration Test Modes Configure calibration test points quickly using ASME standard grades and permissible error. Get instant feedback with pass/ fail confirmation on each test point. Export calibration test reports for inclusion in calibration certificates.
Updating FieldLab and FieldLab Desktop Updating FieldLab Desktop Open FieldLab Desktop on your computer, and select FieldLab > Check for Updates. Updating your FieldLab 1. Open FieldLab Desktop on the computer you use to manage your FieldLab. 2. Connect the FieldLab using the USB cable. 3.
UL / IEC 60079-11 Clause 10.3 Manufacturer Ralston Instruments 15035 Cross Creek Parkway Newbury OH 44065 USA www.ralstoninst.com Approved Battery Replace battery only with Ralston Instruments P/N: DGAU-0185 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Nominal Voltage: 3.75 Volts Rated Capacity: 4.8 Ah Charging Temperature Range: -20°C to 60°C Discharging Temperature Range: -10°C to 50°C...
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Operating Instructions for use in Hazardous Locations Hazardous Locations Every Ralston FieldLab Model FLP1 includes the following Intrinsic Safety Approvals: ATEX and IECEx Hazardous Locations In ATEX and IEC classified hazardous locations this apparatus is suitable for use in Class I, Zone 0, Group IIC locations as a stand-alone unit without a solar panel attached.
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WARNINGS AVERTISSEMENT DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY IN NE PAS CHARGER LA BATTERIE EN • CLASS I, DIV 1/ZONE 0 HAZARDOUS ZONES DANGEREUSES (CL I, DIV 1/Zone LOCATIONS. DO NOT CONNECT TO USB PORT IN NE PAS CONNECTER USB PORT EN •...
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Do not operate FieldLab while it is being charged via the AC or Auto charger as some additional pressure measurement uncertainty may result • The installation of FLP1 must be in accordance with Ralston Instruments installation instructions. • The installation must be in accordance with applicable national or International standards.
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IMPORTANT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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ralstoninst.com Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm EST Phone: 1 440-564-1430 Toll Free: 1 800-347-6575 (US and Canada) Support: ralstonfieldlab.com/support Email: support@ralstoninst.com P/N MT-0020-PA REV 5 - 12/10/2015...