Tegam R1L-D1 Operation And Maintenance Manual

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R1L-D1
HIGH ACCURACY MICROOHMMETER
AND RTD MONITOR
MODEL R1L-D1
Operation and Maintenance Manual
PN# R1L-D1-900-01
Publication Date: March 2017
REV. H
Applies to serial numbers 10100 and above for units purchased under U.S. Government contract, and serial numbers
2010114R1L-D1 and above for all other units. This manual supersedes all revisions of Operation and Maintenance Manual
(Commercial Version), PN R1L-D1-900-02.
REPRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION OF THIS TECHNICAL MANUAL IS AUTHORIZED FOR US GOVERNMENT PURPOSES ONLY.
NOTE: This User's Manual was as current as possible when this product was manufactured. However,
products are constantly being updated and improved. To ensure you have the latest documentation,
please refer to www.tegam.com.
10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110
sales@tegam.com

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  • Page 1 NOTE: This User’s Manual was as current as possible when this product was manufactured. However, products are constantly being updated and improved. To ensure you have the latest documentation, please refer to www.tegam.com. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 2 R1L-D1 (Inside of Cover, intentionally blank) 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Figure 4: Main Board Parts Layout ..... 4-15 5. SERVICE INFORMATION Preparation for Repair or Calibration Service ..... 5-1 Expedite Repair and Calibration Form ...... 5-2 Warranty .............. 5-3 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 4: Instrument Description

    Full Resolution Test Current Range Scale (Ω) (Ω) Peak (mA) 0.199999 1 µ 1.99999 10 µ 19.9999 100 µ 199.999 1999.99 10 m Table 1: Ranges 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 5: Table 2: Specifications

    Therefore in 3-wire mode, the test leads and their connections must be of identical resistance 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 6: Description Of Equipment

    Note that the R1L-D1 is a 5 ½ digit instrument in order to provide 10 mΩ resolution when reading 1060 Ω RTD's. On lower ranges, this provides finer resolution, down to 1 µΩ...
  • Page 7 Note that the display may be used as an indication that power is on. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 8 Four binding posts +I, +E, -E, and -I. Proper connections to the resistor under test are described in Section 2.2 below. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 9: Figure 1: Front Panel Layout

    INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION Figure 1: Front Panel Layout 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 10: List Of Items Furnished

    The R1L-D1 should be stored in a relatively dust free environment. Temperature: -40 to +71 °C. Relative humidity: 0 to 100%, non-condensing. See Section 4.7 below for shipping requirements. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 11: Preparation For Use And Installation

    2.2 Preparation for Use • Release the two latches which secure the lid of the Model R1L-D1, and open the lid. Since the lid is well gasketed, it may be difficult to open if there is an appreciable difference between internal and external air pressure.
  • Page 12 After installing the cells, reinstall the battery cover with its four screws, and reinstall the instrument in its case and secure the ten mounting screws. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 13 , use +I and –I, +E and –E are not connected. WARNING DO NOT TOUCH THE BINDING POSTS WHEN THEY ARE CONNECTED EXTERNAL CIRCUITS. LETHAL VOLTAGES MAY BE PRESENT AT THESE POSTS. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    199,999 counts, it will automatically step to the next higher range. If it sees readings less than 20,000 counts, it automatically steps down a range, so that 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 15 CAUTION DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE TO OPERATE ANY OF THE PUSHBUTTONS. POWER OFF DOES NOT OCCUR UNTIL BUTTON IS RELEASED. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 16: 2, 3, And 4-Wire Operation

    I x R drop directly at the unknown resistor. This is the most accurate method of measuring small values of resistance. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    Required accuracy is ± 0.01% of setting + 0.002 Ω. *For equivalent R1L-D1 calibrator box use the following resistors: Calibrator position nominal resistance 0.100000 1.000000 10.00000 100.0000 1000.000 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 18: Performance Verification

    Auto-range or manual range selection. 3. Set the resistor box to 1060 Ω and operate the R1L-D1. Check that the R1L-D1 reads between the resistor box 1060 Ω setting’s actual value ± 0.54 Ω in Auto-Range (default condition when power is turned on).
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE 5. Set the resistor box to 10 Ω and operate the R1L-D1. Check that the R1L-D1 reads between the resistor box 10 Ω setting’s actual value ± 0.0051 Ω in Auto-range. Then step through the ranges to the 20 Ω manual range and check that the R1L-D1 reads between the resistor box 10 Ω...
  • Page 20: Calibration

    OF THIS PROCEDURE. 1. If the R1L-D1 rechargeable battery cells have not been previously charged, or are low on charge, connect the R1L-D1 AC line cord and allow a charge time of at least one-half hour. The R1L-D1 "Battery Charging LED (as "...
  • Page 21 HyperTerminal and setup the RS-232 parameters with following setting. Rest the R1L-D1 front panel in its proper orientation in its yellow case. Step 1: Enter a name such as ‘R1L-D1’. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 22 Step 3: Enter port settings shown on the right. 9. Connect the 1 Ω standard and turn ON the R1L-D1. Confirm the R1L-D1 automatically goes to the 2 Ω range, and indicates 4-wire, an asterisk for auto-range, and the resistance. Resistance values should also appear on the PC screen.
  • Page 23 10 Ω range, 100 Ω range, and 1 kΩ range. 16. Turn the R1L-D1 OFF, wait 10 seconds, and turn it back ON. Connect the 1 Ω standard and verify a reading of within ± 0.00015 Ω of the calibration value. Connect the 1 kΩ...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    ± 0.004 Ω of the calibration value. 18. Disconnect the +E side of the test leads from the R1L-D1 (leaving connections between the +I and -I terminals). Depress the R1L-D1 "Mode" button to place the R1L-D1 in 2-wire mode.
  • Page 25 D converter, are plugged into sockets and may be removed easily, with no need for unsoldering. Other components, such as resistors, capacitors, etc., must be unsoldered for removal. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 26: Table 3: Fault Symptoms And Repair Actions

    Q702 or Q703 Replace Q702 or Q703. U702 Check TP701, replace U702 if no voltage present. Table 3: Fault Symptoms and Repair Actions 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com 4-10...
  • Page 27: Preparation For Shipment

    4.8 Overhaul Instructions The Model R1L-D1 is an all solid-state unit and requires no periodic overhaul, other...
  • Page 28 The battery may be discharged and recharged at least 100 completed cycles before requiring replacement. Note that, it recommended that NiCad batteries completely discharged before recharging or their effective capacity is reduced. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com 4-12...
  • Page 29: Figure 2: Assembly Drawing

    MAINTENANCE Figure 2: Assembly Drawing 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com 4-13...
  • Page 30: Figure 3: Battery Assembly Drawing

    MAINTENANCE Figure 3: Battery Assembly Drawing 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com 4-14...
  • Page 31: Figure 4: Main Board Parts Layout

    MAINTENANCE Figure 4: Main Board Parts Layout 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com 4-15...
  • Page 32: Service Information

    Once this information is prepared and sent with the instrument to our service department, we will do our part in making sure that you receive the best possible customer service and turnaround time possible. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 33: Expedite Repair And Calibration Form

    When is the problem most frequent?, has anything changed with the application since the last time the instrument was used?, etc. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 34: Warranty

    Repaired products are warranted for the remaining balance of the original warranty, or 90 days, whichever period is longer. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...
  • Page 35 TEGAM specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event will TEGAM be liable for special or consequential damages. Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy in the event any item fails to comply with the foregoing express warranty of TEGAM shall be to return the item to TEGAM;...
  • Page 36: Contact Information

    SERVICE INFORMATION Contact Information TEGAM INC. 10, TEGAM WAY GENEVA, OHIO 44041 CAGE Code: 49374 WEB: http://www.tegam.com 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 • 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • sales@tegam.com...

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