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  • Page 1 Series TCL-3M165E2 Temperature Calibrator...
  • Page 2 Series TCL-3M165E2 - 2 -...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Table of contents page About this operating manual ..................5 Device description ..................... 6 1.1 Delivery, unpacking and accessories ..............7 1.2 Intended use......................8 1.3 Exclusion of liability ....................8 Safety Instructions ..................... 9 2.1 Safety instructions for the application of calibration liquids ........11 Construction, Function and Test Task ..............
  • Page 4 Series TCL-3M165E2 5.6 Test Task ......................36 5.6.1 Name ......................37 5.6.2 Data acquisition ................... 37 5.6.3 Functionality ....................37 5.6.4 Test specimen (DUT) .................. 38 5.6.5 Test points ..................... 38 5.6.6 Alarm settings ..................... 40 5.6.7 Scan / Barcode ..................40 5.7 Calibrator settings ....................

  • Page 5: About This Operating Manual

    If you have any problems or questions, please contact your supplier or contact us directly Omega.com Tel: (203) 359-1660 e-mail: info@omega.com Hazard signs and other symbols used: DANGER! Risk of death due to electric current! This sign indicates dangers which could lead to serious health defects or to death.

  • Page 6: Device Description

    The portable instruments are of compact and robust construction and thus allow use directly on-site or in a laboratory. The calibrators meet the requirements of EN 61326-1, class A (industrial sector). This TCL-3M165E2 series is used for service purposes and for different industrial and laboratory tasks. Thus, for example, thermometers, temperature switches/thermostats, resistance thermometers and thermo-elements can be directly connected and checked.

  • Page 7: Delivery, Unpacking And Accessories

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Device description 1.1 Delivery, unpacking and accessories All units have been carefully checked for their operational reliability before shipment.  Immediately after receipt, please check the outer packaging for damages or any signs of improper handling.  Report any possible damages to the forwarder and your responsible sales representative.

  • Page 8: Intended Use

    Device description Series TCL-3M165E2 1.2 Intended use The TCL-3M165E2 series of calibrators may only be used for testing and calibration of suitable temperature measuring instruments, temperature sensors and for measuring temperatures. The calibrators may not be used for warming up or heating other parts or gases.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    In order to guarantee that the device operates safely, the operator must act competently and be conscious of safety issues. OMEGA ENGINEERING provides support for the use of its products either personally or via relevant literature. The customer verifies that our product is fit for purpose based on our technical information.
  • Page 10 The calibrator cannot then be started any more.  After it has cooled, send the calibrator for inspection to OMEGA ENGINEERING. Risk of injury from hazardous gases! When liquids are heated, the evaporation can result in dangerous gases being formed.

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions For The Application Of Calibration Liquids

    Mineral oil: OMEGA ENGINEERING supplies the calibrators only with silicone oil. Using mineral oil is possible, but must be done on your own responsibility. The danger and the risk must be borne by the customer and our warranty will be rendered null and void.

  • Page 12: Construction, Function And Test Task

    Construction, Function and Test Task Series TCL-3M165E2 Construction, Function and Test Task 3.1 Construction  The calibrator consists of a robust, black-and-red painted steel housing and has a carrying  handle at the top The front part of the housing holds the electronics of the TCL-3M165E2 for controlling the ...

  • Page 13: Function

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Construction, Function and Test Task 3.2 Function IMPORTANT NOTICE! For your safety, manual operation of the calibrator, i.e. directly starting it up and its remaining at a certain temperature, is not possible. The testing procedure is always started with a testing task ( § 3.3). This ensures that the calibrator is always started with a defined "Behavior at test end"...

  • Page 14: Test Tasks

    Construction, Function and Test Task Series TCL-3M165E2 3.3 Test tasks Test tasks are containers for defined test conditions. They are helpful for recurring testing processes, for standardizing test sequences and for generating measurement logs. All the required settings and configurations for the calibration of a test specimen are compiled in a test task.

  • Page 15: Commissioning And Operation

     Never leave the calibrator unattended when it is in operation or in the cooling phase. For safe operation of the calibrators of the TCL-3M165E2 series, a proper commissioning procedure is necessary.

  • Page 16: Electrical Connection

    IMPORTANT! Power connecting cable! The power connecting cable may only be replaced by an equivalent cable.  Use only original cables from OMEGA ENGINEERING or approved cables of the same type with the correct design as replacements ( "Electrical characteristics").

  • Page 17: Preparing Of The Calibrator

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Commissioning and operation 4.3 Preparing of the calibrator The preparations for the test task must be carried out with the calibrator switched off and cooled to ambient temperature. CAUTION! Risk of burns! The calibrator can become very hot when in operation. Touching hot parts can result in serious burn injuries.

  • Page 18: Dry Block Calibrator

    Commissioning and operation Series TCL-3M165E2 4.3.1 Dry block calibrator Type TCL-3M165E2 Dry block  Adapter sleeves with single or multiple holes are used for the calibration of straight temperature sensors. To achieve the specified accuracy of the calibrators ( § 10.1) the temperature sensor (test specimen) and the adapter sleeve must be matched to one another: •...

  • Page 19: Calibrator For Infrared Thermometer

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Commissioning and operation 4.3.2 Calibrator for infrared thermometer Type TCL-3M165E2 Infrared  A special infrared insert is used for the contact-less measurement infrared thermometers. This makes calibration fast and easy. The infrared insert has a special design and surface coating on the inside.

  • Page 20: Calibrator For Surface Temperature Sensors

    Commissioning and operation Series TCL-3M165E2 4.3.3 Calibrator for surface temperature sensors Type TCL-3M165E2 Surface  A special surface insert is used for calibrating surface temperature sensors. This makes calibration fast and easy. The surface insert is hollow from the bottom and longer than the adapter sleeve.

  • Page 21: Micro Bath Calibrator

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Commissioning and operation 4.3.4 Micro bath calibrator Type TCL-3M165E2 Micro bath  CAUTION! Risk of injury - Wear safety goggles! Calibration liquid can be ejected when working with the micro bath calibrator.  Always wear safety goggles for the eyes when handling calibration liquids. The micro bath is used for calibrating sensors with special shapes or dimensions.
  • Page 22 Commissioning and operation Series TCL-3M165E2 Drain syringe and magnetic lifter: The drain syringe is used for pumping out the calibration liquid from the tank of the micro bath. The magnetic stirrer is removed with the help of the magnetic lifter. Both the activities are required before another adapter sleeve or calibration insert is inserted in the calibrator.
  • Page 23 Series TCL-3M165E2 Commissioning and operation IMPORTANT NOTICE! Only use clean calibration liquid. Checking temperature sensors and other temperature detection means can lead to a contamination of the calibration liquid. This contamination can lead to smeary gel effect on the bottom of the tank due to the rotation of the magnetic stirrers.
  • Page 24 Commissioning and operation Series TCL-3M165E2 4.3.4.3 Filling the micro bath * IMPORTANT! Pay attention to § 4.3.4.2 "Information on filling amounts"!  When filling, leave enough room for thermal expansion, displacement by sensors and level rise due to stirring.  Unscrew the cover of the tank/ tub insert. ...

  • Page 25: Switching On, Cool Down And Switching Off

     Put on the main switch.  The fan of the device starts and the OMEGA logo appears for ~ 40 s on the screen.  The type designation and the current software version are displayed for ~ 4 s.
  • Page 26 Commissioning and operation Series TCL-3M165E2 Switching off: CAUTION! Before switching off, pay attention to the block temperature! The calibrator should first reach a safe block temperature before switching off. Upon switching off outside the safe temperature range, the calibrator can get damaged. ...

  • Page 27: Operation

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation Operation The TCL-3M165E2 is operated by means of the touch screen. You can use the icons and operating elements of the screen to navigate through the window. There, you can edit parameters and input values. The main window, which is displayed after starting up, is the starting point for the operation of the TCL-3M165E2.

  • Page 28: Main Window

    Operation Series TCL-3M165E2 5.1 Main window The individual icons and the most important ranges of the main window are presented in brief in the following.  Calibrator Set Up: By using the icon, you can reach the "Calibrator Set Up" window. There, you can change the settings of the calibrator (...

  • Page 29: Configuration Range

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation 5.2 Configuration range The calibrator settings can be changed directly from the configuration range. You can get to the windows of the parameters from the corresponding parameter fields. The operation of the calibrator via the configuration range is particularly well suited for one-off testing processes.

  • Page 30: Operating Elements

    Operation Series TCL-3M165E2 5.3.1 Operating elements The following operating elements can be found in the parameter range of the window. Information box: Different kinds of information is displayed in the information box. This information can be explanations for the window, information on the selected element of the selection list, measurement values or measurement value curves.

  • Page 31: Toolbar And Icons

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation 5.3.2 Toolbar and icons Some icons occur in different windows, selection fields / lists and input ranges and have the same meaning. Cancel / back: Return to the previous window. Changes are discarded without saving. Input confirmation / Save: The selected value or setting is confirmed and saved.

  • Page 32: Functionality Of The Calibrator

    Operation Series TCL-3M165E2 5.4 Functionality of the calibrator Here, you can select and manage the function of the calibrator for the relevant measuring insert. You can create new functions or tailor unprotected functions to your requirements. IMPORTANT! When changing functions, please consider! The individual functions of the calibrator are independent.

  • Page 33: Configure Function

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation Copy Function:  Tap on the icon to copy the selected function.  A copy is created and the "Configure Function" window is opened. From the parameter fields of this window, you can set the parameters of the new function.

  • Page 34: Test Specimen (Dut - Device Under Test)

    Operation Series TCL-3M165E2 Setting time  Input the new value in the input window and confirm the input.  The new value is adopted and you will be returned to the previous window. Stirring speed You can change the stirring speed here. The parameter field is only displayed with "Select Function"...

  • Page 35: Manage Dut

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation 5.5.2 Manage DUT From the "Select DUT" window, you can use the icon to go to the window "Manage DUT". This window is different from the "Select DUT" window only in the other elements in the toolbar. The information box and selection list are the same.

  • Page 36: Test Task

    Operation Series TCL-3M165E2 5.6 Test Task Here, you can select and manage existing test tasks. You can create new test tasks or tailor unprotected test tasks to your requirements. From the parameter field "Test Task" of the main window, you get to the window "Select Test Task".

  • Page 37: Name

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation 5.6.1 Name Here, you can change the name of the test task. After tapping, the virtual keyboard with the input line is displayed.  Input the new name of the test task and confirm the input.  The new name is adopted and you will be returned to the previous window. 5.6.2 Data acquisition Here, you can change the name of the measurement log under which the measurement...

  • Page 38: Test Specimen (Dut)

    Operation Series TCL-3M165E2 5.6.4 Test specimen (DUT) Here, you can link the desired test specimen with the test task. Details of the selected test specimen are displayed in the information box in the window.  Select the desired test specimen by tapping on in the selection list.
  • Page 39 Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation Change test point:  Tap on the icon to modify the selected test point.  The window for the test point setting is opened.  Change the temperature and the dwell time and confirm the new values. ...

  • Page 40: Alarm Settings

    Operation Series TCL-3M165E2 Set gradient:  Tap on the parameter field "gradient", input the new values and confirm the input.  The new value is adopted and you will be returned to the previous window. Behavior at test end / Safety temperature value Using the parameter fields of the new window, you can set the safety temperature value and define the behavior at test end.

  • Page 41: Calibrator Settings

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation 5.7 Calibrator settings The most important windows for the setting of the calibrator are described in the following sections. 5.7.1 Calibrator Set Up In the "Calibrator Set Up" window, the settings of the calibrator are displayed and the parameters are changed.
  • Page 42 Operation Series TCL-3M165E2 Network settings: Using the parameter fields of the window, you can integrate the calibrator in your network. First connect the calibrator with your network:  Insert one plug of a suitable network cable in the socket of the calibrator. ...
  • Page 43 Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation Temperature units: In the selection list, you can select between Celsius, Fahrenheit and Kelvin as the temperature unit.  Select the desired unit by tapping on in the selection list.  Confirm your selection with the icon. ...
  • Page 44 You can use this parameter field to select the file format of the test certificate. Internal factory access: You can use this parameter field in the window to set the system parameters of the calibrator. These settings may only be done by authorized OMEGA ENGINEERING technical staff. This range is password-protected! CAUTION! Material damage! Service operations are protected by a password.

  • Page 45: Measurement Reports

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Operation 5.7.2 Measurement reports Here, you can select saved data of testing processes and have them displayed. The measurement log is saved under the name of the testing process. Several measurement logs can have the same name, if a testing process was carried out at different times. From the main window, you get to the window "Select measurement report".

  • Page 46: Testing Process / Calibration

    Testing process / Calibration Series TCL-3M165E2 Testing process / Calibration CAUTION! Risk of burns! The calibrator can become very hot when in operation. Touching hot parts can result in serious injuries.  Never touch the metal block, the tank, the adapter sleeve or the test specimen at temperatures above 35 °C or below 10 °C (95 °F or below 50 °F).
  • Page 47 Series TCL-3M165E2 Testing process / Calibration Cancel testing process: • Push the button of the start / stop slider completely to the left.  The testing process is aborted and the calibrator gets programmed to reach the temperature of the "Behavior at test end" ( p. 40) of the test task. Display range: The following information is shown in the display range: ...

  • Page 48: Problems

    Due to legal requirements placed on environmental protection and occupational safety and health and to maintain the health and safety of our employees, all units returned to OMEGA ENGINEERING for repair must be free of toxins and hazardous substances. That also applies to cavities in the devices.
  • Page 49 Series TCL-3M165E2 Problems The following measures must be taken before you send the unit to OMEGA ENGINEERING for repair:  Clean the device thoroughly. This is of extreme importance if the medium is hazardous to health, i.e. caustic, toxic, carcinogenic or radioactive etc.

  • Page 50: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and cleaning Series TCL-3M165E2 Maintenance and cleaning Before maintenance and cleaning, check whether  the calibrator has cooled sufficiently ( § 4.4 "Cool down").  the calibrator has been switched off and disconnected from the power. 8.1 Maintenance The TCL-3M165E2 itself is maintenance-free and cannot be repaired by the user. In case of a defect, the device must be returned to the manufacturer for repair.

  • Page 51: Cleaning

     Fit the fuse compartment back in place and connect the main connecting cable ( § 4.2 "Electrical connection"). Should the fuses blow repeatedly, there is probably a fault in the calibrator. In this case, send the calibrator to OMEGA ENGINEERING for repairs ( § 7+§ 7.1). 8.2 Cleaning External cleaning: Clean the TCL-3M165E2 with a dry or slightly damp lint-free cloth.

  • Page 52: Recalibration

    The calibrator should, depending on the application situation, be inspected at appropriate intervals on the basis of ISO 10012. We recommend you to return the calibrator to OMEGA ENGINEERING at intervals of max. 12 months or approx. 500 operating hours for recalibration and readjustment.

  • Page 53: Adjustment

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Maintenance and cleaning 8.4 Adjustment In practice, the usage conditions during the testing process can vary from the measurement conditions prevailing at the time of calibration of the calibrator. For this case, the TCL-3M165E2 offers the facility to store your own adjustment values. This is possible for your own functions of the calibrator and for your test specimens.

  • Page 54: Decommissioning And Disposal

    Dispose of the calibration liquid in accordance with the Technical Safety Data Sheet. Calibrator Disposal: NO HOUSEHOLD WASTE! The TCL-3M165E2 series of calibrators consists of various different materials. It must not be disposed of with household waste.  Take the TCL-3M165E2 to your local recycling plant...

  • Page 55: Technical Data

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Technical data 10 Technical data The technical data of customized versions may differ from the data in these instructions. Please observe the information specified on the type plate. 10.1 Characteristics TCL-3M165E2 Type TCL-3M165E2 Characteristics Calibrator Temperature range: - Dry block -35…165 °C (-31…329 °F) - Infrared -35…165 °C -31…329 °F...
  • Page 56 Technical data Series TCL-3M165E2 Type TCL-3M165E2 Characteristics Electrical characteristics Supply voltage 100…240 V • 50/60 Hz Power consumption ~ 400 VA Fuse 100…240 V • 6.3 A slow-blow Interfaces: - Network / PC Ethernet: RJ45 - Service USB OTG: USB-jack Type B - external devices USB 2.0 Host: USB-jack Type A •...

  • Page 57: Heating Up And Cooling Times

    Series TCL-3M165E2 Technical data 10.2 Heating up and cooling times The heating up and cooling times are dependent on the parameters of the test task used and the ambient conditions. The following times are guide values for a room temperature of 23 °C (73.4 °F) without settling processes.
  • Page 58 For your notes For your notes - 58 -...
  • Page 59 Series TCL-3M165E2 Technical changes reserved - 59 -...
  • Page 60 Series TCL-3M165E2 M-5663/0318 - 60 -...

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