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4294 Instruction Manual Calibration Exciter Type 4294 The Calibration Exciter Type 4294 is a com pletely self-contained, pocket-sized, vibra tion reference source. It produces a refer ence acceleration level of 10 ms-2 at a frequency of 1000 rads-1) and 159,2...
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CALIBRATION EXCITER TYPE 4294 From serial no. 1028400 Revision April 1985...
4294 Calibration Exciter USES: FEATURES: Quick, easy field calibration of vibration measure Convenient, hand-held vibration reference • • ment and recording systems Integral accelerometer for servo-stabilisation of • System fault finding and continuity checking • vibration amplitude Reference vibration level of 1 0 ms- 2 •...
For powering the 4294 the use of a long life alkaline battery QB 0016 (IEC type 6LF22) is recommended. The battery fits into the battery holder which is accessible after unscrew ing the base of the Type 4294 (see Fig. 2. 2). To prevent damage take care not to cross the screw thread on reassembly.
Following this useage, the operating period will rapidly de crease indicating that the battery needs to be replaced. However, the 4294 may be used right up to the moment its battery is fully depleted without it influencing the accuracy of the reference level generated.
Alternatively, a Mounting Magnet UA 0642 or Beeswax Y 0216 may be employed to attach transducers to the Mounting Disc. During calibration the transducer should be at approximately the same temperature as the Type 4294 for optimum accuracy. BASIC SYSTEM CALIBRATION 2.4.
SERVICE AND REPAIR The 4294 is designed and constructed to provide the user with many years of reliable operation. However, should a fault occur which impairs its correct function then its internal battery should be removed to prevent the risk of further damage. For repair...
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Checking Procedure Activate the Exciter and note the meter reading. Mount an Accelerometer on the Type 4294. (Max load 70 g) Con nect the Accelerometer to a Preamplifier (Type 2639) through an Check that the noted reading corresponds to the voltage noted in adaptor JJ 2617.