Chapter 5. Diagnostics; Introduction; Displaying Diagnostic Parameters - Panametrics Sentinel User Manual

Chapter 5. Diagnostics

5.1

Introduction

This chapter explains how to troubleshoot the Sentinel Flow Measurement System if problems arise with the
electronics enclosure, the flowcell, or the transducers. Indications of a possible problem include:
• Display of an error message on the meter LCD display screen
• Erratic flow readings
• Readings of doubtful accuracy, such as readings that are not consistent with readings from another flow
measuring device connected to the same process.
If any of the above conditions occur, proceed with the instructions presented in this chapter.
5.2

Displaying Diagnostic Parameters

The PanaView Instrument Interface software has built-in Diagnostic Parameters to aid in the troubleshooting of
flowcell, transducer and/or electrical problems. To access these parameters, refer to Figure 71 below and Table 9 on
page 70 and complete the following steps:
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Figure 1: PanaView Meter Browser Output Menu
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