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- Page 1 User Manual Portable Pressure Calibration Set MGC-LOW, MGC-HIGH Copyright 2007 AMETEK Denmark A/S...
- Page 2 The structure of the manual This user manual is aimed at users who are familiar with AMETEK pressure calibration systems, as well as those who are not. The manual is divided into 9 chapters, which describe how to set up, operate, service and maintain the pressure calibration system.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Safety instructions ..............6 Identifying your pressure calibration system.......8 3.1 Model description................8 3.2 Receipt of the pressure calibration system ........9 Operating instructions............11 4.1 Operating the MGC-LOW ............11 4.1.1 Media to be used............13 4.1.2 After calibration .............. 14 4.2 Operating the MGC-HIGH ............ -
Page 4: Introduction
Congratulations on your new AMETEK Portable Pressure Calibration Set! With the AMETEK Portable Pressure Calibration Set, you have chosen an extremely effective pressure system which we hope will live up to all your expectations. Over the past many years, we have acquired extensive knowledge of industrial precision pressure calibration. - Page 5 CE-label Your new pressure calibration system bears the CE label and conforms to the EMC directive and the Low-voltage Directive. Technical assistance Please contact the dealer from whom you acquired the pressure calibration system if you require technical assistance. Guarantee According to current terms of sale and delivery.
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Page 6: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions Read this manual carefully before using the pressure system! Please follow the instructions and procedures described in this manual. They are designed so that you get the most out of your pressure system and avoid any personal injuries and/or damage to the system. Warning……... - Page 7 Note… The product liability only applies if the pressure system is subject to a manufacturing defect. This liability becomes void if the user fails to follow the maintenance instructions set out in this manual or uses unauthorised spare parts. 124945 01 02-10-2007...
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Page 8: Identifying Your Pressure Calibration System
Model description MGC-LOW The JF Model MGC-LOW consists of 2 to 3 dual scaled precision pressure gauges with ±1% F.S. • System 1 : 0 – 6 BAR & Kg / cm² and 0 – 16 BAR & Kg / cm²... -
Page 9: Receipt Of The Pressure Calibration System
You should receive: • 1 pump system T-620 incl. 0.5 m. hose (MGC-LOW – system 1 - 3) / 1 pump system T- 620H incl. 0.5 m. hose (MGC-LOW – system 4) • 2 precision pressure gauges (1/4” BSP) (MGC-LOW –... - Page 10 • 3 adapters (1/4” x 1/4” BSP, 1/2” x 1/4” BSP, 1/4" x 3/4" BSP) (MGC-HIGH) • 1 plug 1/4" BSP • 2 bonded seal 1/4" BSP • 1 traceable certificate per gauge • 1 user manual 02-10-2007 124945...
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Page 11: Operating Instructions
Operating instructions Operating the MGC-LOW Warning…… About the handling: • Avoid knocking, bumping or dropping the pressure system. This can cause permanent damage to the system and loss of accuracy. About the use: • The pressure system must not be used for any purposes other than those described in this manual. - Page 12 SYSTEM 1 0 - 6 Kg/cm2 0 - 16 Kg/cm2 SYSTEM 2 0 - 16 Kg/cm2 0 - 40 Kg/cm2 SYSTEM 3 0 - 40 Kg/cm2 0 - 100 Kg/cm2 SYSTEM 4 0 - 10 Kg/cm2 0 - 40 Kg/cm2 0 - 300 Kg/cm2 Fig.
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Page 13: Media To Be Used
This routine must be followed in order to operate the system correctly (see fig. 1 accordingly). Make sure that the system to be tested is depressurised. Open the pump valve (pos. 1) to release pump pressure. Make sure that the pressure system is depressurised. Connect the precision pressure gauge to the pump (pos. -
Page 14: After Calibration
Other fluids Contact AMETEK Denmark if you want to use other fluids than those stated above. For example SKYDROL or the like. 4.1.2 After calibration Open the pump valve (pos. 1). Make sure that the pressure system is depressurised before all items are disconnected. -
Page 15: Operating The Mgc-High
Operating the MGC-HIGH Warning…… About the handling: • Avoid knocking, bumping or dropping the pressure system. This can cause permanent damage to the system and loss of accuracy. About the use: • The pressure system must not be used for any purposes other than those described in this manual. - Page 16 SYSTEM 1 0 - 6 Kg/cm2 0 - 16 Kg/cm2 0 - 40 Kg/cm2 SYSTEM 2 0 - 10 Kg/cm2 0 - 40 Kg/cm2 0 - 300 Kg/cm2 0 - 100 Kg/cm2 SYSTEM 3 0 - 10 Kg/cm2 0 - 40 Kg/cm2 0 - 100 Kg/cm2 SYSTEM 4 0 - 10 Kg/cm2...
- Page 17 This routine must be followed in order to operate the system correctly (see fig. 2 accordingly). Set the filling valve (pos. 1) on the hand pump in position “Vent”. Open both pump valves (pos. 2 and 3) to release pump pressure.
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Page 18: Media To Be Used
Use hydraulic oils: Jack oil, Exxon Nuto HP15 or H15, Tellus T14 or the like. Other fluids Contact AMETEK Denmark if you want to use other fluids than those stated above. For example SKYDROL or the like. 4.2.2 After calibration Open the pump valve (pos. -
Page 19: Operating The Optional Lloyds Valve System With Clamp
Operating the optional Lloyds valve system with clamp Warning…… About the use: • The Lloyds valve system with clamp must not be used for any purposes other than those described in this manual. • Do not use this system for any applications other than precision pressure calibration jobs. - Page 20 MGC-LOW Fig. 3 Some pressure systems with gauges are prepared for test fitted with a valve with test connector. To operate this kind of system a Lloyds valve system with clamp from AMETEK Denmark A/S can be used. 02-10-2007 124945...
- Page 21 This routine must be followed in order to operate the system correctly (see fig. 3 accordingly). Make sure that the system to be tested (pos. 1) is depressurised. Connect the Lloyds valve system to the 1/4" adapter mounted on the hose (pos. 2). Start pumping out oil from the MGC calibrator system until the oil is coming out of the Lloyds valve system.
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Page 22: Errors
Errors Generally the AMETEK Portable Pressure Calibration Set is manufactured for field use and will normally cause no problems for the user. Note… AMETEK Denmark’s liability ceases if: • parts are replaced/repaired using spare parts which are not identical to those recommended by the manufacturer. -
Page 23: Re-Calibration
FAILURE CAUSE ACTION The pressure is not The system may be Check all stabilising leaking. connections. The compressed You may have to medium includes air. adjust the pressure a few times before the pressure is stable enough for calibration. Release air. (See Notes page 13 or 17) If you have a hose in... -
Page 24: Returning The Pressure Calibration Set For Service
Returning the pressure calibration set for service When returning the pressure calibration set to the manufacturer for service, please enclose a fully completed service information form. Simply copy the form on the following page and fill in the required information. The pressure calibration set should be returned in the original packing. - Page 25 ___________________________________________________________________ Safety precautions: if the product has been exposed to any hazardous substances, it must be thoroughly decontaminated before it is returned to AMETEK. Details of the hazardous substances and any precautions to be taken must be enclosed. 124945 01...
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Page 26: Maintenance
Maintenance Cleaning Users should/must carry out the following cleaning procedures as and when required: • The exterior of the instrument - Clean using water and a soft cloth. The cloth should be wrung out hard to avoid any water penetrating the calibrator and causing damage. The instrument may also be cleaned using isopropyl alcohol when heavily soiled. -
Page 27: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications Pressure specifications Specifications Model MGC-LOW Range 0 – 6 BAR & kg / cm² 0 – 10 BAR & kg / cm² 0 – 16 BAR & kg / cm² 0 – 40 BAR & kg / cm²... - Page 28 Mechanical specifications Specifications Model MGC-LOW Weight 1.9 kg. / 4.2 lb. Dimensions LxWxH 170 x 120 x 340 mm / 6.7 x 4.7 x 13.4 inch Operating temp. 10 to 40°C / 50 to 104°F Storage temp. 0 to 50°C / 32 to 122°F...
- Page 29 MGC-HIGH - continued Wetted parts Aluminium, brass, stainless steel Leakage Max. 3% over 5 minutes Reservoir volume : 500 cm 124945 01 02-10-2007...
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Page 30: List Of Accessories
Please contact your dealer for assistance if you require parts, which do not appear on the list. List of accessories Accessories Parts no. Pump system T-620, System 1, 2 and 3 (MGC-LOW) 103306T3 Pump system T-620H, System 4 (MGC-LOW) 103306T5 Gauge, System 1; 0 – 6 BAR & kg/cm... - Page 31 List of accessories - continued Accessories Parts no. Bonded seal 1/4" 60R120 1.0 m (3.3 ft.) hose with 1/4" BSP female/male (MGC-LOW) 65P175 2.0 m (6.6 ft.) hose with 1/4" BSP female/male (MGC-LOW) 65P180 1.5 m (4.92 ft.) hose with 1/4" BSP female/male 60I156 5.0 m (16.4 ft.) hose with 1/4"...
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