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Instruction Manual Z1017-IR E.O. 6566 Sept. 2008 M130 – THERMOCOUPLE CALIBRATOR USER MANUAL Meriam Process Technologies’ M130 is a handheld calibrator for thermocouple (T/C) measurement or simulation. Eight T/C types are supported referencing NIST175 and ITS90 standards. Temperature can be displayed in selectable engineering units of ºC, °F, ºR, K...
M130 – T/C Calibrator Instruction Manual Z1017-IR E.O. 6566 Sept. 2008 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Meriam product. Meriam has been providing innovative, reliable, cost-effective measurement and calibration solutions since 1911. The M130 Thermocouple calibrator has been designed using the latest technology to provide reliable accuracy throughout its entire operating temperature range, dependable operation, and exceptional battery life.
ON/OFF Key The ON/OFF key, represented by the standard ON/OFF symbol, turns the M130 ON or OFF (note: the ON/OFF key must be held until the display turns on or off). Upon power on, the M130 will perform a self-test, displaying the Meriam product ID, and all segments for approximately 1-2 seconds, then go into the mode in use when unit was powered off.
°F, °C, °R, and K. The UNITS function is only available when the M130 is actively measuring or simulating temperature signals. This key is also used to go back one menu item in SETUP or back to the previous recorded value while in VIEW mode.
M130 – T/C Calibrator Instruction Manual Z1017-IR E.O. 6566 Sept. 2008 adjustment for changing the values. The positive sign (+) indicates the Group Keys will increment the displayed value. DECREMENT ( – ) Group Keys The three keys beneath this symbol allow the user to scroll through edit selections when EDIT icon is lit.
MEAS & SETUP” or “EDIT, SIM & SETUP” icons shown at top of display The M130 will power up in its previous functional mode when turned ON. Example: if previous use was SIM (Auto), then next power up will default to SIM (Auto).
Change value Change values T/C Measurement • When the M130 is turned on the display defaults to the previous mode it was in with the previous T/C type and Unit. To change the mode press the FUNC key until the Measure mode is obtained. Once in Measure mode, press the UNITS key until the desired unit is obtained.
See the Record Mode section of this manual for more information. • When an over-range/under-range message is displayed, the M130 is measuring values outside the specified range for a particular T/C type (See the T/C Measurement Accuracy Table for specified ranges). The red backlight will illuminate and “----”...
30 min without new key stroke must use ON/OFF key to shut off F RECAL select ENTER to access submenu ZERO set zero. See “Zeroing the M130” section VIEW view previously recorded values RECORD select ENTER to access submenus...
M130 – T/C Calibrator Instruction Manual Z1017-IR E.O. 6566 Sept. 2008 SIM (MANUAL) SETUP: Simulation Mode’s Manual menu structure VALUE ADJUST Press ENTER & use increment or decrement group keys to set a numeric value, press ENTER to start UNITS Select desired unit of simulation engineering units are ºC...
M130 – T/C Calibrator Instruction Manual Z1017-IR E.O. 6566 Sept. 2008 SIM (AUTO) SETUP: Simulation Mode’s Manual menu structure AUTO Press SETUP to enter A.STEP 1 Title of Auto Step 1 simulation; setup saved here for subsequent re-use START Starts A.STEP 1...
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M130 – T/C Calibrator Instruction Manual Z1017-IR E.O. 6566 Sept. 2008 engineering units are K TC TYPE Select T/C type or mV engineering units are mV only engineering units are temperature only engineering units are temperature only engineering units are temperature only...
TC TYPE. Record Mode The M130 can store up to 240 temperature measurements in a single record (REC) session. For maximum flexibility, a REC session can be: • Automatic - the current value is automatically stored every 5 seconds, for up to 20 minutes.
Pressing ENTER will toggle to show the T/C type and engineering unit. The key moves to previous or next recorded value, respectively. OFF Timer To help conserve battery life, the M130 can be programmed to shut off automatically after 30 minutes of keypad inactivity. From Measure Mode, press SETUP and then key until OFF TMR is displayed.
M130 – T/C Calibrator Instruction Manual Z1017-IR E.O. 6566 Sept. 2008 T/C Measurement & Simulation Accuracy Table* Find T/C type in left column and follow the row across to the temperature range of interest. Then follow the column up to determine the potential error in degrees C.
Changing the Batteries The M130 is powered by three, 1.5 volt AA size batteries. The “BAT” icon in upper left of display will activate when battery output drops below a threshold level. Approximately 2 hours of life remain from that point.
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” statement on the DO NOT OPEN IN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE battery cover must be visible and aligned in the approximate middle of the M130 case. To secure the cover, torque the screws clockwise to 1.6 in-lbs. Do not over tighten. www.meriam.com Page 19 of 21 info@Meriam-Direct.com...
Warning: The copper receiver blades of the mini-T/C connector in the M130 can be damaged if the mating plugs are misaligned during installation. Take care to properly align the mating plug prior to pressing it into the M130’s connector. www.meriam.com Page 20 of 21 info@Meriam-Direct.com...
E.O. 6566 Sept. 2008 Contact Information If the M130 is damaged, it should be returned to the factory for servicing. Contact the Meriam Process Technologies representative in your area or call the factory at the numbers listed below for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.
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