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Kaye LTR-150 Operating Manual

Dry block and liquid bath all-in-one temperature calibrator
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Kaye LTR-150
Dry Block and Liquid Bath
All-in-One Temperature Calibrator
Operating Manual
M5101-EN Rev. B
May 2018

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  • Page 1 Validation Kaye LTR-150 Dry Block and Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator Operating Manual M5101-EN Rev. B May 2018...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Selecting LTR-150 Function ..................18 5.1.1 Dry Block ........................19 5.1.2 Thermocouple Fixture ....................20 5.1.3 Micro Bath Tub Kit ....................21-23 5.1.4 Surface Temperature Insert ..................24 Setting Calibration Function .................. 24-25 2 | Kaye LTR-150 - Dry Block & Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator...
  • Page 3 Chapter 6. Automatic Calibration Mode ..............26 Starting Automatic Calibration ................26-28 Chapter 7. Standalone Manual Mode ..............29 Standalone Main Screen ..................29-30 Toolbars and Icons ......................31 Selecting Functions .....................32 Configuration Range Settings ..................32 Test Tasks ......................33-36 Chapter 8. Starting Standalone Manual Calibration ..........36 Chapter 9.Maintenance and Troubleshooting ............

  • Page 4: Chapter 1. Product Overview

    Chapter 1. Product Overview The Kaye LTR-150 is the next generation, multi-purpose calibrator designed to address the flexibility and capacity needs for validation calibrations and verifications. As a multi-purpose calibrator, the LTR-150 can be easily transformed from a standard dry block to a micro bath or surface temperature calibrator, which are purchasable options.

  • Page 5: Key Components Of The Ltr-150

    3. Steel housing. 4. Touch screen for display and operation. 5. Calibrator exhaust ventilation 6. Connection for external reference probe. 7. USB Port for connection to Kaye hardware. 8. Main switch with fuse and mains plug socket. Calibrator, bottom view: •...

  • Page 6: Dry-Block Function

    Chapter 1. Product Overview Dry-Block Function The LTR-150 comes standard with a dry block insert containing sixteen (16) wells for thermocouples as well as two (2) wells for IRTD, and one (1) well for the Control Reference Probe. Each of the sixteen (16) thermocouple wells is included with a sleeve which can accommodate upwards of three (3) thermocouples.

  • Page 7: Micro Bath Function

    Chapter 1. Product Overview 1.2 Micro Bath Function The LTR-150 has the ability to be utilized as a micro bath for calibration/verification of specialty probes or even ValProbe Loggers. Utilization of the micro bath functionality requires the purchase of the optional Micro Bath Kit (PN: 425-3061).

  • Page 8: Surface Temperature Function

    ValProbes in the temperature range from -25°C to 150°C. Calibration Modes The LTR-150 was designed to offer flexibility and ease of use. accommodate these needs Kaye implemented two main modes or menu’s Remote Control mode and Standalone mode. Remote Control mode is intended for...

  • Page 9: Contact Kaye Customer Service

    Calibration and Repair Information To schedule and send the LTR-150 to Kaye for calibration or repair: 1. Contact the Kaye Service Center in your area to schedule the calibration or repair. 2. Utilize original packing box and carefully pack and secure the LTR-150.

  • Page 10: Chapter 2. Safety Information

    Only use the LTR-150 if it is in perfect condition. Damaged or faulty devices must be checked without delay and, if necessary, replaced. If problems cannot be cleared, immediately shut down the calibrator and ensure that it cannot be started up accidentally.

  • Page 11: Special Safety Instructions

    The calibrator cannot then be started any more. After it has cooled, send the calibrator for inspection to Kaye. Risk of injury from hazardous gases! When liquids are heated, the evaporation can result in dangerous gases being formed.

  • Page 12: Chapter 3. Specifications

    Weight (approximate) 15 kilograms 33 pounds Power Supply 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption Approximately 375 watts * at an ambient temperature of 20°C (68°F) 12 | Kaye LTR-150 - Dry Block & Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator...

  • Page 13: Chapter 4. Getting Started

    Use the type plate to check if the delivered unit corresponds to your order request. Placement Ensure that the LTR-150 storage and operation conditions described below are met: • Only suitable for indoor use, do not use outdoors. • Operate only in the vertical position on an even surface. The surface must be stable, clean, and dry.

  • Page 14: Connect To Main Power

    Power On the LTR-150 by utilizing the Power Switch on the front panel Once powered on, the Kaye LTR-150 splash screen will appear for approximately thirty seconds followed briefly by the model and firmware version before presenting the Remote Control home screen.
  • Page 15 Chapter 4. Getting Started Since the LTR-150 will predominately be used for automatic calibration with Kaye validation equipment, the unit will automatically boot into the Remote Control screen with the following default settings: • Mode: Remote Control mode • Function: Dry Block •...

  • Page 16: Set Screen Brightness

    Touch the desired temperature precision, which will then be identified by a check mark. Confirm selection by touching the check mark icon to save the change and return you to the Calibrator Set Up window. 16 | Kaye LTR-150 - Dry Block & Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator...

  • Page 17: Switching Modes (Remote Control / Standalone)

    Chapter 4. Getting Started 4.4 6 Switching Modes (Remote Control / Standalone) To switch to Remote Control mode from the Standalone Main mode simply tap the Validator icon. To switch to Standalone mode from Remote Control mode, click on the cancel X icon in the upper right-hand corner.

  • Page 18: Chapter 5. Preparing For Calibration

    Preparing for Calibration Selecting LTR-150 Function The LTR-150 is supplied standard with a dry block insert. To utilize the optional micro bath or surface temperature functions, the inserts must first be changed and the appropriate Function defined via the touchscreen.

  • Page 19: Dry Block

    Chapter 5. Preparing for Calibration 5.1.1 Dry Block Removal: Let the calibrator cool before you remove the dry block insert. Unscrew the black protective cover by first placing the prongs of the insert exchange tool into the holes of the cover. Apply pressure against the prongs then turn counterclockwise to loosen the cover.

  • Page 20: Thermocouple Fixture

    Chapter 5. Preparing for Calibration 5.1.2 Thermocouple Fixture: The LTR-150 comes standard with a Thermocouple (TC) Fixture. The Thermocouple Fixture is used with the dry block to ensure that all thermocouples are securely held at the full immersion depth of the dry block inserts to ensure accurate calibrations.

  • Page 21: Micro Bath Tub Kit

    Chapter 5. Preparing for Calibration 5.1.3 Micro Bath Tub Kit The micro bath is used for calibrating sensors with special shapes or dimensions. Direct contact between the sensor and the calibration liquid ensures excellent heat transfer. The calibration liquid is poured directly into the tub insert. The micro bath tub kit (optional) includes the transport cover, the work cover, the sensor cage, the magnetic stirrer, the magnetic lifter and, as an accessory, the tub insert.
  • Page 22 This raises the fill level at the wall. The maximum fill level with the tub insert is below the fixture for the insert exchange tool. The maximum fill level is ~0.32 litres. 22 | Kaye LTR-150 - Dry Block & Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator...
  • Page 23 Chapter 5. Preparing for Calibration IMPORTANT NOTICE! Use only recommended silicone oil. Always read the safety data sheet supplied with the silicone oil before using it. Always ensure adequate ventilation when working with silicone oil, since hazardous substances can be released. Spilled or leaked silicone oil results in an extreme danger of slipping.

  • Page 24: Surface Temperature Insert

    Once the desired calibration insert has been installed, the Calibration Function must be set via the touchscreen. From the Standalone Main screen, tap on Current Function icon on the left which will bring up the Select Function screen. 24 | Kaye LTR-150 - Dry Block & Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator...
  • Page 25 Standalone Main screen. Information on the selected function will be displayed on the information box on the left. With the desired insert installed and the associated function defined the LTR-150 is now ready for calibration. M5101-EN Rev. B |...

  • Page 26: Chapter 6. Automatic Calibration Mode

    Connect the USB end of the supplied USB to Serial cable to one of the three (3) USB slots in the front panel of the LTR-150. Connect the serial end of the supplied cable to the existing bath cable supplied with your Kaye Validation system, and then to the Kaye Validation system.
  • Page 27 USB to Serial cable connected to LTR-150 External Reference Control Probe Temperature is displayed. Verify with Kaye validation software that on the calibration hardware screen that the LTR-150 is displayed as being connected Start the Kaye calibration or calibration verification process from the Kaye validation software.
  • Page 28 (≥45°C) or below freezing as the former can cause personal injury while the latter could potentially damage the sensors should ice form around the sensors. Note: the LTR-150 will be left programmed at the low set point as defined in the Kaye validation software.

  • Page 29: Chapter 7. Standalone Manual Mode

    Standalone multi-calibrator for a wide range of sensors and applications. This makes it ideal for general use in the metrology lab. In Remote mode, the LTR-150 relies solely on the associated Kaye software to define and control the set points, dwell times, ramp and soak profiles, perform datalogging, and report generation.
  • Page 30 Start / Stop Slider: The start / stop slider is used to start or end the testing process.  Configuration Range: You can use the parameter fields of the configuration range to get to the parameter screens of the calibrator. 30 | Kaye LTR-150 - Dry Block & Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator...

  • Page 31: Toolbars And Icons

    Chapter 7. Standalone Manual Mode Toolbars and Icons The individual icons and key features of the main screen are presented in brief in the following: Cancel / Back: Return to the previous window. Changes are discarded without saving. Input confirmation / Save: The selected value or setting is confirmed and saved. Manage / Configure: The selected entry is processed and the relevant screen is displayed.

  • Page 32: Selecting Functions

    Chapter 7. Standalone Manual Mode Selecting Functions By utilizing different inserts, the LTR-150 can be easily configured for different calibrator functions (dry block, micro bath, or surface). IMPORTANT! When changing functions, please consider! The individual functions of the calibrator are independent. Changes to existing functions always affect all the test tasks that are linked to the function.

  • Page 33: Test Tasks

    The operational concept of the calibrator is based on pre-installed and self-defined test tasks. They are a central component of the function and operation of the LTR-150 in Standalone mode. The calibrator is shipped with functions and basic testing tasks defined in the factory internally stored. These protected test tasks cannot be deleted nor edited.
  • Page 34 All the test points are displayed in the selection list. The test points can be moved, copied, created, deleted or changed from the toolbar. 34 | Kaye LTR-150 - Dry Block & Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator...
  • Page 35 Chapter 7. Standalone Manual Mode Move test point: Select the desired test point by tapping on in the selection list. Move the test point down or up by tapping the icons. Copy test point: Tap on the icon to copy the selected test point. The test point is copied and appended at the end of the selection list.

  • Page 36: Chapter 8. Starting Standalone Manual Calibration

    To load, select desired test task and tap the check mark icon. The test task will load and screen will return to Standalone main screen with name of selected test task. 36 | Kaye LTR-150 - Dry Block & Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator...
  • Page 37 Chapter 8. Starting Standalone Manual Calibration Chapter 8. Starting Standalone Manual 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.
  • Page 38 Auto Scale box. To return to current time and temperature, simply release hold of the grey box. Tap on the icon in the upper right-hand corner to exit live trend. 38 | Kaye LTR-150 - Dry Block & Liquid Bath All-in-One Temperature Calibrator...
  • Page 39 Chapter 9. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Display range: The following information is shown in the display range:  Current External Control Reference Probe value.  Current test point / set point.  Probable remaining test duration for the current test point. ...

  • Page 40: Chapter 9.Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    This section provides instruction on how to care for and troubleshoot the LTR-150 to prolong longevity, maintain precision and accuracy, and functionality. Maintenance Before maintenance and cleaning, ensure that the LTR-150 has sufficiently cooled and that the unit has been powered off and unplugged from the electrical outlet. 9.2.1 Dry Block If recently used, allow the LTR-150 to stabilize at room temperature before attempting to remove the adapter sleeve.

  • Page 41: Main Unit

    No display Controller defective Contact Kaye for service Remote control not enabled. Enable remote control on the LTR-150 Cannot communicate with Physical interface cable connection Ensure cable is present and properly secured. If Kaye AVS or Kaye...

  • Page 42: Appendix A. Warrenty And Return Policy

    Appendix A. Warranty and Return Policy Appendix A.1 - Warranty The Kaye LTR-150, sold by Amphenol Advanced Sensors is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Liability under this warranty is limited to restoring the unit to normal operation or replacing the unit, at the sole discretion of Amphenol Advanced Sensors.
  • Page 43 Notes: M5101-EN Rev. B |...
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