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LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY This Fluke product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
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729/729 FC Users Manual Manage FC Devices (729 FC Only) ................19 Locator ........................19 729 Information ......................20 729 Setup ......................... 21 Manage Users ......................22 Manage Test Results ....................23 Manage Screen Shots ....................23 Manage Custom Tasks ..................... 24 Maintenance Menu ....................
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Contents (continued) Re-range Transmitter .................... 42 Device Diagnostics ....................42 Calibrate (Ad hoc) ...................... 42 Adjust ........................43 PV Zero Trim ......................43 mA Output Trim ....................43 Trim to Applied Values ..................44 As Left ........................44 Find Task by Tag ....................... 44 Bus Polling ........................
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729/729 FC Users Manual Battery Replacement ....................60 Update Product Firmware ..................61 Calibration Data ......................61 Service Center Calibration or Repair ................ 61 Error Messages ......................62 HART Commands ..................... 68 Documenting Functionality ..................69 Strap ..........................69 Hanger Accessory ......................71 User-Replaceable Parts and Accessories ..............
• Source and simulate milliamp signals while measuring pressure for testing current to pressure The Fluke 729 and 729 FC Automatic Pressure converters (I/P). Calibrators (the Product) are portable field pressure calibration tools for lab or field use. This battery-operated •...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Standard Equipment Standard Equipment Figure 1 and Table 1 show standard equipment. 12 13 idj016.emf Figure 1. Standard Equipment GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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729/729FC Users Manual Table 1. Standard Equipment Equipment Equipment 729 or 729 FC Automatic Pressure Calibrator Fitting, 1/8 in NPT-Female X M20-Female AC/DC converter Fitting, 1/4 in BSP-Female X 1/8 in NPT-Female Mains line cable Hanger Kit Hose to drain condensed water generated from ...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Buttons Buttons See Figure 2 and Table 2 for the Product buttons and the softkeys. idj001.emf Figure 2. Buttons GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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729/729FC Users Manual Table 2. Buttons Number Description Number Description Power button. Push to turn on or turn off Display brightness button. Push to change the the Product. display brightness from dim to bright and back again. BACK button. Push to move to the previous user interface (UI) screen.
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator Buttons Table 2. Buttons (cont.) Number Description Number Description SOURCE PRESSURE button. Use this function to output (source) a target pressure from the VDC button. Push to select the measure dc Product. Use the arrows to select the Setpoint ...
729/729FC Users Manual The Display Figure 3 and Table 3 explain the display. idj014.emf Figure 3. The Display GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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Setpoint indicator temperature probe, process variable (PV) of connected HART device, or Fluke Connect secondary device reading. Fluke Connect on indicator (729 FC only) Softkey indicator HART on indicator Current, voltage, or pressure switch display ...
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729/729FC Users Manual The display can also show different configurations: Typically, the display does not show the third functions, see Figure 4. See Triple-Function Display. • The upper display for the internal pressure has these different functions: VENT SOURCE MEASURE •...
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator The Display The screen has two sections: The upper display shows the internal pressure controller The lower display shows the electrical status and includes: status and includes: • Mode: Measure Current, Source Current, Simulate • Mode: Measure, Source, and Vent Current, Measure V dc, and Switch.
729/729FC Users Manual Triple-Function Display When the third function (RTD, External Pressure Module, HART Transmitter, or FC secondary device) is connected, the Product changes to triple-function display automatically. In the subsequent triple-function display, the original bottom half of the display is divided into two parts: •...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator The Display RTD Connection The display can show RTD temperature measurements in the selected unit (C/F) as the third-function. When the temperature unit field highlights, push the softkey to toggle the temperature setting. The ohms reading shows. Note The Product supports PT100-385 RTD only.
729/729FC Users Manual Fluke Connect Device Connection The display shows connected FC device measurements as the third-function. See Setup Menu for information to manage secondary FC devices. GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Ports Ports Figure 7 and Table 4 show the Product ports. Left Right Bottom idj013.emf Figure 7. Product Ports GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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729/729FC Users Manual Table 4. Product Ports Number Description Battery charger/universal power supply port. Use the battery charger for bench-top applications that have ac line power available. Use the battery charger to charge the battery while installed in the Product. ...
Fluke Connect. The connected product shows on the 729 Information display. 729 Setup Push C (Enable Fluke Connect) to set 729 FC as the secondary device so it can be discovered by the Manage Users Fluke Connect App on smart phone.
729/729FC Users Manual 729 Information There are also softkeys at the bottom of this screen. These are: The 729 Information submenu is an information-only screen that shows information about the Product. The • A - Calibrate Pressure – Follow the prompts screen shows: on the screen and the Product takes you through a procedure that calibrates the pressure components...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Setup Menu 729 Setup Table 5. 729 Setup Menu (cont.) The 729 Setup submenu shows the information in Table 5. Menu Parameter Function Table 5. 729 Setup Menu Set the format of the date. Use the softkeys to select Menu Parameter Function Date Format...
Choices are High and Low. High resolution is the normal state, and PCM Resolution Low reduces the resolution one digit. HART Enable/Disable Communication Fluke Connect Enable/Disable [1] Disabled in Japanese models. GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Setup Menu Manage Test Results Manage Screen Shots The Product saves test results as found and as left and The Product can take screen shots of any screen and saves calibration results. store them. In the Setup menu, push the arrow buttons to To take a screen shot: highlight Manage Test Results.
729/729FC Users Manual Manage Custom Tasks Drain Water (Condensation) Use this submenu to delete custom tasks (see Tasks To drain condensation from the Product, see Figure 10: Menu). To delete a single task, use the arrow to select a Connect the hose to collect drained water. custom task and push A (Delete).
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator Setup Menu idj030.emf Figure 10. Drain Water from Product GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
729/729FC Users Manual Keypad Test Tasks Menu Use this screen to check the Product buttons. Push any Tasks let you set up calibration and measurement tasks button and verify the onscreen response. to save and recall for later use. For the power button, push and hold for 2 seconds. To go to the Tasks menu, push T.
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Tasks Menu From this second screen, use the arrows, numeric Pressure Transmitter (P/I) keypad, and E to change the values of the Use this function to calibrate a P/I transmitter (pressure to Tolerance of Range, Test Strategy, Auto Settling current) with current measurement.
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Tasks Menu Once you enter the parameters, push D Pressure Switch (SW) (Continue). Use this feature to calibrate a pressure switch. See Figure 12 for connections: Push D (Auto Test) or B (Manual Test) to do the As Found switch test. The test runs. From page 1 of the Tasks menu, push the arrows to highlight Pressure Switch (SW).
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729/729FC Users Manual Pressure Use low volume tubing Switch when possible idj008.emf Figure 12. Switch Test Connections GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Tasks Menu Tolerance of Range, Test Strategy, and Auto Settling Current to Pressure Test (I/P) Time can be set from here. Use this feature to calibrate a current to pressure (I/P) converter with current source and pressure To save these settings as a customized task, push measurements.
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729/729FC Users Manual I/P Transducer Pressure Module idj009.emf Figure 13. Current to Pressure Test (I/P) with External Pressure Module GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator Tasks Menu I/P Transducer idj009a.emf Figure 14. Current to Pressure Test (I/P) with Internal Connections GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
729/729FC Users Manual Note Pressure Leak Test Make sure to push E after EACH value change. Use this feature to test a pressure device for leaks. For connections, see Figure 15: Push D (Continue). When the pressure leak test completes, the Product shows the results. Results From this screen, use the arrows, numeric keypad, and include Start Pressure, End pressure, Test time, and E to change the values of these parameters:...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Tasks Menu Pressure Transmitter (P/P) Pressure Transmitter (P/V) To calibrate a pressure-to-pressure transmitter, use this Use this feature to calibrate a pressure to voltage feature. This feature requires a pressure module to transmitter with voltage measurement. For connections, see measure pressure output from a connected transmitter.
Automatic Pressure Calibrator • Perform service features including: HART Functionality PV Zero Trim The Product interfaces with HART devices. It can: mA Output Trim • View and modify transmitter setup and data that includes: Trim to Applied Values Write Lower Range Value (LRV) Set Fixed mA Output Write Upper Range Value (URV) Re-range Transmitter...
729/729FC Users Manual Push G and the Product searches (polls) the bus to find Loop Power +24V ON any connected HART devices. From this screen, there are The Product supplies loop power at 24 V dc to a current these softkeys: transmitter disconnected from the system.
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator HART Functionality TEST DC PWR – + – – idj029.emf Figure 16. Connection with Loop Power Enabled GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
729/729FC Users Manual HART Data Ω Enable HART 250 The HART data screen shows information about the The Product has a selectable 250 Ω HART resistor to connected HART device. Push B (Page Up) or C facilitate use with HART devices. Enable the HART resistor (Page Down) where necessary.
Automatic Pressure Calibrator HART Menu HART Service mA Output Trim HART Service includes these submenus: In the mA output trim screen, you can adjust the transmitter output. • PV Zero Trim Start with the 4 mA range. Push A (Fetch) to get •...
729/729FC Users Manual Set Fixed mA Output Device Diagnostics Enter the necessary mA value to output from the connected Select Device Diagnostics to send the self-diagnostics transmitter. command to the connected transmitter and view the transmitter Self Test result. • Push B (Step Up 4mA) to increase mA output in Calibrate (Ad hoc) 4 mA steps.
Automatic Pressure Calibrator HART Menu These softkeys are active: Adjust Push B (HART Adjust). These choices are shown: A – Linear/Square Root Selection • PV Zero Trim B – Save as Customized • mA Output Trim C – Leak Test •...
729/729FC Users Manual Trim to Applied Values Bus Polling Enter the LRV pressure value necessary in the Setpoint Bus Polling goes back into the bus polling screen and scans entry and let the pressure settle. for connected HART devices. Push B (Trim LRV) to trim to the lower range of If no HART device is found after Polling has completed, pressure applied.
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Measure Mode Current Measurement Volts Measurement The Product measures 0 mA to 24 mA. The Product measures 0 V dc to 30 V dc. Figure 17 shows measurement connections for voltage measurements. Move the cursor to highlight Measure Current. Push C to Source Current.
729/729FC Users Manual Pressure Measurement The Product supports the 700P and 750P series pressure Differential modules. See Accessories. Before you use a pressure module, read its instruction sheet. The modules are different High in how they are used, zeroed, what types of process pressure media are allowed, and accuracy specifications.
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator Measure Mode Connect a pressure module to the Product as shown in WCaution Figure 19. The pressure module shows on the display after To prevent possible damage to the Product or several seconds once installed. to equipment under test: The Product automatically senses the pressure module •...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Measure Mode Select the Repeat Mode: Autostep and Auto Ramp the Output Value • Autostep and Auto Ramp can automatically adjust the value B (One Time) of source functions for pressure or current. • C (Repetitive) Autostep Select the Step Style: To configure the Product to make a sequence of steps that •...
729/729FC Users Manual Auto Ramp the Output While the signal ramps, the output adjusts to the value. The selection of endpoints and ramp time determines the size of When ramped, the source sweeps up or down in value. Use steps. For example, if you set the Product to ramp from the Auto Ramp feature to verify a switch or alarm, or when a 1 mV to 1 V over 10 seconds, the output adjusts in smooth increase or decrease of the output function is...
¼-inch diameter stainless steel sheath. See Figure 20. Note The factory default type is PT100-385 so if the Product is used with the Fluke 720 RTD Probe (PN 4366669), it is not necessary to set the probe type. Connect the probe to the Product and configure the display to read temperature.
729/729FC Users Manual Source mA Mode To turn off sourcing completely, select another function. The operation mode (for example, measure or source) Note shows on the display. If the Product is not in mA source Use the source current function to drive a current mode, push M.
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator Measure Mode Loop Power Supply – idj011.emf Figure 21. Connections to Simulate a 4 to 20 mA Transmitter GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
Choose the Log Source from any of the available upload test results to a PC from the Product. A PC, measured values with A, B, or C. Microsoft Windows, USB cable (supplied), and Fluke The log source can be internal pressure, external...
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator Communication with a PC USB Port idj006f.emf Figure 22. Connection to a PC GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
729/729FC Users Manual The battery charge indicator (top-right of display) shows The Battery while the battery is outside of the Product. Solid green The Product features a rechargeable battery. Charge the bars show the level of charge on the battery. When all battery while it is inside or outside of the Product.
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Maintenance Maintenance Clean the Product Clean the Product and pressure modules with a soft cloth XW Warning dampened with water or water and mild detergent. To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or WCaution personal injury: To prevent possible damage to the Product, •...
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729/729FC Users Manual Inspect the springs for wear or loss of tension. They should be approximately 3.8 mm (0.15 in) long in the relaxed state. If they are shorter, the O-ring will not seat properly. Replace if necessary. Clean and inspect all parts and then reinstall the O-ring and spring assemblies into the valve body.
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Maintenance In Case of Difficulty If the Product does not turn on, check the battery charge. Disconnect the battery charger. If the Product receives XW Warning power, the power button is illuminated. If the button is To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or illuminated, but the Product does not turn on, have the personal injury, do not use the Product if it Product serviced.
729/729FC Users Manual Battery Replacement Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge for the rated interval. The battery normally lasts for up to 300 charge/discharge cycles. To order a replacement battery, Note Take spent batteries to a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler for disposal.
729/729FC Users Manual Error Messages problem with the configuration of the Product or test. See Table 7 to troubleshoot these issue. The Product display shows error messages when the Product fails to meet certain conditions or there is a Table 7. Error Messages Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause and Solution...
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator Maintenance Table 7. Error Messages (cont.) Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause Failed to load filesystem from flash Data flash memory failure, the main PCA Filesystem fatal error memory when startup. needs service. Not enough space, delete some files and Cannot save screen Failed to save screen into filesystem.
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729/729FC Users Manual Table 7. Error Messages (cont.) Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause PCM pressure exceeds limit The pressure of PCM exceeds its limit. Vent pressure and do the task again. 1. Clear all files and try again. Failed to initial memory lists for Failed to initial DPC memory 2.
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Running task aborted, due to lost Turn on the FC secondary device and make Lost connection to FC devices, connection to Fluke Connect sure FC is active. Redo the discovery Task aborted secondary unit. process. After connected, run the task again.
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729/729FC Users Manual Table 7. Error Messages (cont.) Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause Make sure input signal is in the range of Input Out Of Range Invalid input signal when calibrating. the current calibration point and try again. Invalid EMM/PCM CAL Checksum failed for calibration constant and constant, Factory value The unit needs service for recalibration.
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Automatic Pressure Calibrator Maintenance Table 7. Error Messages (cont.) Error Message Explanation Potential Root Cause 1. The pressure volume is too large, reduce the volume and try again. 2. The leakage of pressure volume is too large. Test the leakage and try again. Failed to create supply pressure for the Supply Pressure Too Low 3.
729/729FC Users Manual HART Commands Number Command Description Type See Table 8 for Product HART commands. Read Long Tag Universal Table 8. Supported HART Commands Number Type Read Unique Identifier Universal Command Description Read Primary Variable Universal Write Primary Variable Range Common Value Practice...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Strap Strap Documenting Functionality Attach the Product carrying strap as shown in Figure 25. The Product uses calibration management software to Adjust the straps as necessary to hang the Product on communicate with documenting software. The Product any sturdy support.
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Users Manual User-Replaceable Parts and Accessories Table 9 lists replacement parts and accessories. Table 9. User-Replaceable Parts and Accessories Item No. Description Quantity Fluke P/N BP729, Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 4817068 Power Charger, AC/DC 4878453 Mains Adapters International (Except For China) 2441372...
729/729FC Users Manual Specifications Pressure Specification 1-year Specification ..............0.02 % of full scale Control Specification ............... 0.005 % full scale minimum Temperature Compensation ........... 15 °C to 35 °C (59 °F to 95 °F) to rated accuracy Note: For temperatures from -10 °C to +15 °C and 35 °C to 50 °C, add 0.04 % of full scale Electrical Specification All specifications are valid to 110 % of range, except 24 mA source and simulate which are valid to 100 % of range.
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Specifications Loop Compliance Voltage ............24 V dc @ 20 mA mA Simulate External Voltage Requirement ......12 V dc to 30 V dc Temperature Measurement Only/100 Ω Pt(385) RTD .... -50 °C to +150 °C (-58 °F to +302 °F) Temperature Resolution ............
-12.0000 psi to -0.82737 bar to -82.737 kPa to 729 30G FC +30.0000 psi +2.06842 bar +206.843 kPa Wireless communication for Fluke Connect -12.000 psi to -0.8273 bar to -82.73 kPa to 729 150G FC +150.000 psi +10.3421 bar +1034.21 kPa...
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-12.0000 psi to -0.82737 bar to -82.737 kPa to 729CN 200K FC For China, wireless +30.0000 psi +2.06842 bar +206.843 kPa communication for Fluke -12.000 psi to -0.8273 bar to -82.73 kPa to Connect 729CN 1M FC +150.000 psi +10.3421 bar +1034.21 kPa...
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+2068.43 kPa Dry air and non-corrosive gas only -82.737 kPa to 729JP 200K FC +206.843 kPa For Japan, wireless communication for Fluke -82.73 kPa to Connect 729JP 1M FC +1034.21 kPa Dry air and non-corrosive 729JP 2M FC -82.73 kPa to gas only +2068.43 kPa...
Automatic Pressure Calibrator Specifications Mechanical Specification Size (H x W x L) ..............7.0 cm x 27.9 cm x 17.3 cm (2.75 in x 11.0 in x 6.8 in) Weight ..................2.95 kg (6.5 lb) Environmental Specification Operating Temperature ............-10 °C to +50 °C for measurement, 0 °C to 50 °C for pressure control Battery will only charge from 0 °C to 40 °C Operating Temperature with Battery ........
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729/729FC Users Manual Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) International ........... IEC 61326-1: Basic Electromagnetic Environment; CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A Group 1: Equipment has intentionally generated and/or uses conductively- coupled radio frequency energy that is necessary for the internal function of the equipment itself.
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