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Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is available if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the applicable international price.
Table of Contents Title Page Introduction ......................1 How to Contact Fluke ..................1 Precautions and Safety Information ..............2 Explanation of International Symbols ............... 5 Specifications ..................... 6 712 Specifications ..................7 Firmware V1.1 and Earlier ................ 7 Firmware V1.2 through V1.9 ..............8 Firmware V2.0 and Later ................
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71X Series Calibration Manual Thermocouple Source Verification ............32 Keypad Test ....................33 Display Verification .................. 33 714 Verification (V2.0 and Later) ..............33 Thermocouple Measure Verification ............33 Thermocouple Source Verification ............34 715 Verification (Earlier than V2.0) .............. 35 DC Voltage Source Verification ...............
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Contents (continued) mV INPUT ....................65 CJC ......................66 715 Calibration (Earlier than V2.0) ............... 66 mA/Volts Measure ..................66 mA/Volts Source Measure ................ 67 715 Calibration (V2.0 and Later) ..............67 V INPUT ....................68 mV INPUT ....................68 mA INPUT ....................
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List of Tables Table Title Page International Symbols .................... 5 General Specifications .................... 6 712 Supported RTD Types ..................7 712 RTD and Ohms Simulation ................7 712 RTD and Ohms Measurement ................. 8 RTD Specifications ....................8 Ohms Specifications ....................9 RTD Specifications ....................
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List of Figures Figure Title Page Proper Use of Tools (717, 718, and 718Ex Models) ..........4 Replacing the Battery ..................... 21 Replacing the Battery (718 and 719 only) ............. 22 718Ex Battery Replacement ................... 22 Replacing the Fuses (715 shown) ................24 Replacing the Fuse (718 shown) ................
Introduction XW Warning The information provided in this document is for the use of qualified personnel only. Do not perform the verification tests or calibration procedures described in this manual unless you are qualified to do so. The information in this manual deals with the 71X Series Process Calibrators (hereafter referred to as “the Calibrator”...
XW Warning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury: • Use the 718Ex Calibrator only as described in the User Manual and the Fluke 718Ex CCD (Concept Control Drawing) or the protection provided by the calibrator may be impaired. •...
Process Calibrators Precautions and Safety Information • Remove test leads from the Calibrator before opening the battery door. • When servicing the Calibrator, use only specified replacement parts. • Do not allow water inside the case. • When using the Calibrator’s internal pressure sensor, do not connect a pressure module at the Calibrator to avoid misleading readings.
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(Buna -N) type 303 stainless steel, and nickel. • 718, 719 and 718Ex only: To avoid damage to the pump, use with dry air and non-corrosive gases only. Use of the optional Fluke 700-ILF In-Line Filter may help isolate the pump from contaminates. Hold in fixed position kf01f.eps...
Conforms to relevant Canadian and US Standards. f Pressure P Conforms to European Union directives ( Conforms to ATEX requirements. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s ~ website for recycling information. Conforms to relevant Australian standards. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.
71X Series Calibration Manual Specifications Specifications for the 71X Calibrators are based on a one-year calibration cycle and apply for ambient temperatures from + 18 °C to + 28 °C unless stated otherwise. “Counts” are the number of increments or decrements of the least significant digit. General specifications for all models are in Table 2.
Process Calibrators Specifications 712 Specifications 712 Calibrator specifications vary based on the version of the instrument. To display the firmware version for your instrument, start with the 712 off, push and hold, then push the power button. Find the section heading below for the displayed version and use the specification tables in that section to test and calibrate the instrument.
71X Series Calibration Manual Table 5. 712 RTD and Ohms Measurement Accuracy, Four-Wire ±Ω Ohms Range 15 Ω to 400 Ω 400 Ω to 1.5 kΩ 1.5 kΩ to 3.2 kΩ Maximum input voltage: 30 V Excitation current from 712: 0.3 mA Firmware V1.2 through V1.9 Table 6.
Process Calibrators Specifications Table 7. Ohms Specifications Input Accuracy Output Ohms Range Allowable Excitation (mA) 4-Wire Accuracy ±Ω ±Ω 0 Ω to 400 Ω 0.15 0.1 to 0.5 0.5 to 3.0 400 Ω to 1.5 kΩ 0.05 to 0.8 1.5 kΩ to 3.2 kΩ 0.05 to 0.4 Allowable Excitation is for Output mode only.
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71X Series Calibration Manual Table 8. RTD Specifications (cont.) Accuracy (˚C) * Allowable Range ˚C Input Type Excitation (mA) Source 4-Wire 2-Wire & 3-Wire Pt 1000 385 -200.0 to 100.0 0.20 0.25 0.05 to 0.4 100.0 to 300.0 0.30 0.40 300.0 to 630.0 0.40 0.52...
Process Calibrators Specifications Temperature Coefficient 0.005 % of ohms range per °C for temperature ranges –10 °C to 18 °C and 28 °C to 55 °C. Ohms ranges are 400 Ω, 1.5 kΩ, and 4.0 kΩ. 714 Specifications 714 Calibrator specifications vary based on the version of the instrument. To display the firmware version for your instrument, start with the 714 off, push and hold , then push the power button.
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71X Series Calibration Manual Firmware V2.0 and Later Table 13. 714 Temperature Measure and Thermocouple Simulate TC Type Range °C Accuracy °C * -210.0 to 0.0 0.0 to 800.0 800.0 to 1200.0 -200.0 to 0.0 0.0 to 1000.0 1000.0 to 1372.0 -250.0 to 0.0 0.0 to 400.0 -250.0 to -100.0...
Process Calibrators Specifications 715 Specifications 715 Calibrator specifications vary based on the version of the instrument. To display the firmware version for your instrument, start with the 715 off, push and hold , then push the power button. Find the section heading below for the displayed version and use the specification tables in that section to test and calibrate the instrument.
71X Series Calibration Manual Firmware 2.0 and Later Table 17. 715 DC V Input and Output Accuracy, Range Resolution ±(% of Reading + Counts) 200 mV 0.01 mV 0.015 % + 2 20 V output 0.001 V 0.01 % + 2 25 V input Input impedance: 1 MΩ...
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Process Calibrators Specifications 717 Specifications Accuracy is specified for 1 year after calibration at operation temperatures of -10 °C to + 55 °C. To show the firmware version, start with the unit off and push and hold the lower center button, it will be or , then push . Pressure Table 19.
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71X Series Calibration Manual Table 19. 717 Pressure Specifications (cont.) Model Range Accuracy 6 month 1 year 0 to 1000 PSI 2000 PSI 0.025 % 0.035 % 717 1000G 0 to 6.9 mPa 13.8 mPa 0 to 1500 PSI 3000 PSI 0.025 % 0.035 % 717 1500G...
Process Calibrators Specifications Table 22. 717 Range and Resolution 1000 1500 3000 5000 10000 Range -1 to 1 -12 to -12 to -12 to -12 to 0 to 0 to 0 to 0 to 0 to 0 to 1000 1500 3000 5000 10000...
71X Series Calibration Manual 718 and 718Ex Specifications Accuracy is specified for 1 year after calibration at operating temperatures of -10 °C to + 55 °C. To display firmware version, start with the unit off, push and hold or then push .
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Process Calibrators Specifications Table 25. DC mA Input Accuracy, ±( % of Reading + Counts) Range Resolution 718: Version 2.9 24 mA 0.001 mA 0.025 + 1 and lower 718: Version 3.0 24 mA 0.001 mA 0.015 + 2 and higher 718 EX 24 mA 0.001 mA...
71X Series Calibration Manual 719 Specifications Specifications are based on a one year calibration cycle and apply for ambient temperature from +18 °C to +28 °C unless stated otherwise. Counts are the number of increments or decrements of the least significant digit. Table 27.
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A Message From Fluke Corporation Some semiconductors and custom IC's can be damaged by electrostatic discharge during handling. This notice explains how you can minimize the chances of destroying such devices 1. Knowing that there is a problem.
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8. WHEN REMOVING PLUG-IN ASSEMBLIES 5. USE STATIC SHIELDING CONTAINERS FOR HANDLE ONLY BY NON-CONDUCTIVE HANDLING AND TRANSPORT. EDGES AND NEVER TOUCH OPEN EDGE CONNECTOR EXCEPT AT STATIC-FREE WORK STATION. PLACING SHORTING STRIPS ON EDGE CONNECTOR HELPS PROTECT INSTALLED S.S. DEVICES. 6.
Process Calibrators Basic Maintenance Basic Maintenance For maintenance procedures not described in this manual, contact an authorized service center. Cleaning Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Replacing the Battery XWWarning To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock or personal injury, replace the battery as soon as the...
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71X Series Calibration Manual Wh008f.eps Figure 3. Replacing the Battery (718 and 719 only) Hex Head Wrench wh009f.eps Figure 4. 718Ex Battery Replacement 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
V input mode, the calibrator always displays OL, even with a signal applied that is within the measurement range. 715 ≥V2.0 Fuseless overvoltage protection. No user serviceable fuse. An open fuse voids safety certification. The unit should 718Ex be returned to Fluke for repair. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
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71X Series Calibration Manual Replace the fuse(s) as follows, refer to Figures 5 and 6: 1. Remove the test leads and turn the calibrator off. 2. Remove the battery door. 3. Remove the three Phillips-head screws from the case bottom and turn the case over. 4.
[4W NC]). All four input jacks of the 712 should now be configured in a 4-wire ohms measurement. 3. Set the Fluke 5520A to the settings in Table 34, and verify the reading as displayed on the 712 Calibrator: Table 34.
4. Disconnect the test leads. Resistance Source Verification 1. Using four test leads, connect the four jacks of Fluke 8508A (Ω Sense 'Hi & Lo' and Input 'Hi & Lo') to the two middle jacks of the 712 Calibrator (black to black; red to red).
11. Make 2-wire connections on the 712 to 4-wire connections on the Fluke 8508A . Set the Fluke 8508A to measure 4-wire resistance. 12. Push until OUTPUT is displayed. 13. Set the 712 to output the resistance values in Table 38. Verify that the Fluke 8508A readings are within the limits shown. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com...
71X Series Calibration Manual Table 38. 712 Verification Outputs 712 Outputs (Ohms) Fluke 8508A Readings (Ohms) 5.00 4.90 to 5.10 300.00 299.90 to 300.10 1500.0 1499.5 to 1500.5 3000.0 2999.0 to 3001.0 14. Disconnect all connections to the 712. The 712 verification test is complete.
Fluke 8508A to measure 4-wire resistance. 12. Push until OUTPUT is displayed. 13. Set the 712 to output the resistance values in Table 41. Verify that the Fluke 8508A readings are within the limits shown. Table 41. 712 Verification Outputs...
5. On the 714 push the key until "mV" is shown on the display. 6. Set the Fluke 5520A to the settings in Table 43, and verify the display readings on the 714 Calibrator. Table 43. 714 Thermocouple Measure Verification (mA)
key to measure Type J thermocouple and connect the Type J thermocouple test lead from the TC jack of the Fluke 5520A to the TC jack on the 714 Calibrator, observing correct polarity. 3. Set the Fluke 5520A to output in Type J thermocouple, push the...
8. On the 714 push the key until "mV" is shown on the display. 9. Set the Fluke 5520A to the settings in Table 47, and verify the display readings on the 714 Calibrator. Table 47. 714 Thermocouple Measure Verification (mA)
OUTPUT 0.000 V 3. Connect test leads from the Fluke 8508A input HI & LO jacks to the voltage jacks on the 715 Calibrator (black to COM and red to V). 4. Using the large scroll button of the 715 Calibrator, push to step to the voltages in Table 50, verifying the output on the Fluke 8508A: Table 50.
2. Push the key and the display should change to: INPUT 0.000 mA 3. Connect a test lead from Red AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 4. Connect a test lead from Black AUX terminal of the 5520A to the 715 Calibrator Com terminal.
4. Push the key on the 715 Calibrator. Display should indicate closely to: INPUT 0.00 mV 5. Set the Fluke 5520A for the mV settings in Table 55, and verify display readings on the 715 Calibrator. Table 55. 715 DC Voltage Measure Verification (0.0000 mV to 100.0000 mV)
OUTPUT 0.000 V 3. Connect test leads from the Fluke 8508A input HI & LO jacks to the voltage jacks on the 715 Calibrator (black to COM and red to V). 4. Using the large scroll button of the 715 Calibrator, push to step to the voltages in Table 56, verifying the output on the Fluke 8508A: Table 56.
2. Push the key and the display should change to: INPUT 0.000 mA 3. Connect a test lead from Red AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 4. Connect a test lead from Black AUX terminal of the 5520A to the 715 Calibrator Com terminal.
0.000 mA 0.00PSI 2. Connect a test lead from Red AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 3. Connect a test lead from Black AUX terminal of the 5520A to the 717 Calibrator Com terminal.
2. Turn power on. The display should read: ---------- then change to: 0.000 3. Plug the Fluke Pressure Module into the sensor port on the Fluke 717. The display should change to: ---------- A pressure value should appear on the screen after all of the calibration constants have been down loaded.
71X Series Calibration Manual Note When verifying vacuum pressure make sure the pressure/vacuum switch is in the vacuum position. Forward (clockwise) is for pressure and backward (counter-clockwise) is for vacuum. Table 64. 718 and 718Ex Pressure Verification 718 Version 3.9 or Below 718Ex V1.9 and Below 718 1G 718 and 718Ex 30G...
Process Calibrators Verification Table 64. 718 and 718Ex Pressure Verification (cont.) 718 Version 4.0 or Higher 718Ex Version 2.0 and Higher 718 1G Version 4.0 or greater 718 and 718Ex 30G 6-Month 1-Year 6-Month 1-Year Input Input Display Display Display Display Pressure Pressure...
71X Series Calibration Manual Table 64. 718 and 718Ex Pressure Verification (cont.) 718 and 718Ex 100G 718 and 718Ex 300G 0 PSI -0.03 to -0.03 -0.04 to -0.04 0 PSI -0.11 to 0.11 -0.15 to 0.15 20 PSI 19.97 to 20.03 19.96 to 20.04 60 PSI 59.89 to 60.11...
The display should indicate: 0.000mA 0.00 PSI 1. Connect a test lead from Red AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 2. Connect a test lead from Black AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Calibrator Com terminal.
The display should read: ---------- then change to: 0.000 2. Plug the Fluke Pressure Module into the sensor port of the Fluke 718. The display should change to: ---------- A pressure value should appear on the screen after all of the calibration constants have been downloaded.
Process Calibrators Verification 2. Push to turn the Calibrator on. 3. The display should read 0 PSI for the 30G and 0.00 PSI for the 100G with the deadweight tester opened up to ambient air. If not, push until display reads 0.00 PSI or 0.000 PSI.
3. Connect a test lead from I- terminal of the Fluke 8508A to the Calibrator mA terminal. 4. Adjust the 5520A so that the current shown on the Fluke 8508A is the same as the 5520A values shown in Table 69.
The lower display will flash 4.000mA / OL until the circuit is complete. 3. Connect a test lead from Red Calibrator mA terminal to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 4. Connect a test lead from the I-terminal of the Fluke 8508A to the Calibrator COM terminal.
--------- 2. Change to a near zero value, similar to: 0.000 3. Plug the Fluke Pressure Module into the sensor port of the Fluke 719. The display should change to: --------- After a short wait, a pressure value should appear on the display.
INPUT 0.00 mV 3. Connect the test lead from the NORMAL jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the INPUT jacks (two middle jacks) on the 712 Calibrator (black to black, red to red). 4. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.0000 mV and push .
1. Disconnect all four test leads from the Fluke 5520A and the 712 Calibrator. 2. Connect the two test leads from the AUX jacks on the Fluke 5520A to the middle jacks on the 712 Calibrator (black to black; red to red).
OUTPUT 17-50 Ω. 13. Using four test leads, connect the four jacks of Fluke 8508A (Ω Sense 'Hi & Lo' and Input 'Hi & Lo') to the two middle jacks of the 712 Calibrator (black to black; red to red).
OUTPUT 126.00 Ω 19. Put the Fluke 8508A in the 10 kΩ range. 20. Push and until the 712 display matches the Fluke 8508A. 21. Push . The display should read: OUTPUT ----- Ω then change to: OUTPUT 2535.0 Ω...
Process Calibrators Calibration OHMS INPUT 1. In OHMS INPUT mode, the unit will display “C 15” for 1 second and then display the OHMS input using the default calibration. 2. Connect the test leads from the 5520 main Jacks to the 712 jacks in 4 wire configuration (2 wires at 5520, 4 wires at 712).
0.0 °C TYPE J Thermocouple Block Calibration 1. Connect the Type-J thermocouple test lead from the TC jack on the Fluke 5520A to the TC jack on the 714 Calibrator, observing correct polarity. Note Type-J thermocouple wire (not copper) must be used.
Process Calibrators Calibration TYPE J ------ °C then change to: 0.xx °C TYPE J This number represents the absolute error of the "CJC" sensor and should be below 1°C. 6. Push any key on the 714 Calibrator. The 714 should reset itself, displaying all segments momentarily.
INPUT 0.000 mA 3. Connect two test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the middle mA input jacks on the 715 Calibrator (black to COM jack and red to mA jack). 4. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.00000 mA and push 5.
12. Push any key on the 715 Calibrator. The display should read: INPUT ----- then change to: INPUT 0.00 mV 13. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.0000 mV. 14. Push any key on the 715 Calibrator. The display should read: INPUT ----- then change to: INPUT 100.00 mV...
71X Series Calibration Manual 3. The calibration will be performed in the following order: V INPUT mV INPUT mA INPUT V OUTPUT mV OUTPUT mA OUTPUT V INPUT 1. In V INPUT mode, the unit displays “CAL 0” for 1 second followed by the input voltage using the default calibration.
Process Calibrators Calibration V OUTPUT 1. In V OUTPUT mode, the unit displays “C 0” for 1 second followed by “ .0000”. The Calibrator is now sourcing V using the default calibration. 2. Connect the test leads from V and COM to V and COM of ….DMM. The 715 should source 0.000V ±0.010V.
After CAL shows, the display will automatically read: 0.000mA 2. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 717 Calibrator (Black to Black and Red to Red). 3. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.00000 mA and push 4.
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Process Calibrators Calibration 6. Once the pressure has stabilized, push any key on the 717 Calibrator. The display should read: ------ PSI then depending on the model selected in step 2, change to either: 15.000 PSI 50.000 PSI 7. Set the deadweight tester for 15 PSI (or 50 PSI) to be injected into the pressure port of the 717 calibrator.
The lower display indicates what function and point is being calibrated. 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 717 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
Process Calibrators Calibration 1. Remove two-wire test lead from the 717 Calibrator and carefully attach the pressure fitting of the deadweight tester to the pressure jack on the 717 Calibrator. Note The use of TEFLON tape at the pressure fittings strengthens the seal. 2.
CAL 0 mA on the lower display 5. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 717 (black to black and red to red). 6. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.00000 mA.
718 into Cal Mode. The 718 should display: 0.000 mA 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 718 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
71X Series Calibration Manual Pressure Measure The 718 Pressure Calibrators have built-in temperature compensation. Instruments being calibrated should be in a stable temperature environment for several minutes before calibration. Calibration facilities should be maintained near 23 °C nominal. Re-calibration (re-characterization) is performed in terms of ‘PSI’ pressure units. Inputs using other pressure units (ie.
The lower display indicates what function and point is being calibrated. 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 718 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
71X Series Calibration Manual 4. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.00000 mA and push 5. When 0.0 mA is sourced from the 5520A the upper display indicates about "0.000 mA". When is pushed, the unit establishes the calibration constant for that point and the lower display changes to "CAL 24 mA".
CAL 0 mA on the lower display. 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 718 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
71X Series Calibration Manual The CHEC mode allows for a quick check of the calibration constants that have just been stored. Changes to the applied current are shown in the display. 9. Push to continue. The lower display changes to: rAnGE Pressure Measure The Calibrator has built-in temperature compensation.
The lower display indicates what function and point is being calibrated. 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 718Ex Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
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71X Series Calibration Manual Pressure Measure The 718Ex Pressure Calibrator has built-in temperature compensation. Instruments being calibrated should be in a stable temperature environment for several minutes before calibration. Calibration facilities should be maintained near 23 °C nominal. Re-calibration (re-characterization) is performed in terms of ‘PSI’ pressure units. Inputs using other pressure units (ie.
CAL 0 mA on the lower display. 7. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 719 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
Calibration Manual mA Output Calibration Connect a test lead across the Fluke 719 mA jacks, connecting red to black. Push to start the mA source calibration. The unit will start its auto-calibration process for the mA output using an internal mA measurement circuit calibrated at previous stage.
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Process Calibrators Calibration Apply requested negative pressure, push . CHEC appears on the lower display. The CHEC mode allows for a quick check of the calibration constants that have just been stored. Changes to the applied pressure are shown on the display. Push ...
Table 71 lists the replaceable parts and accessories for the 71X Calibrators. See Figure 7 for an exploded view of the 718 Calibrator. Fluke repair is recommended for the 718Ex and no 718Ex replacement parts are listed in Table 71.
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Process Calibrators Replacement Parts and Accessories Table 71. Replaceable Parts and Accessories (cont.) PN or Ref. Description Used On Qty. Des. Model No. MP14 Spacer for pressure input 687449 717,718 MP20 Shield, LCD, Top Case 687092 MP21 LCD Zebra Strip 643376 MP22 O-ring for input/output receptacle...
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71X Series Calibration Manual Table 71. Replaceable Parts and Accessories (cont.) PN or Ref. Description Used On Qty. Des. Model No. Holster, yellow 664182 Fluke-7XX Test Lead Set 3397308 ACCESSORIES AC72 Alligator Clips 1670641 Black 1670652 CG81Y Holster, Yellow 2074033 TL20...