Telemac PFC-12 Instruction Manual

Portable datalogger for vibrating wire sensors

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INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL

PORTABLE DATALOGGER

FOR VIBRATING WIRE SENSORS

PFC-12

Model

This product should be installed and operated only by qualified personnel. Its misuse is potentially dangerous. The Company makes no warranty as to the information furnished

in this manual and assumes no liability for damages resulting from the installation or use of this product. The information herein is subject to change without notification.

Tel.: 1.450.465.1113 • 1.877.ROCTEST (Canada, USA) • 33.1.64.06.40.80 (France) • 41.91.610.1800 (Switzerland)

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E10364-140206

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Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL PORTABLE DATALOGGER FOR VIBRATING WIRE SENSORS PFC-12 Model  Roctest Limited, 2014. All rights reserved. This product should be installed and operated only by qualified personnel. Its misuse is potentially dangerous. The Company makes no warranty as to the information furnished in this manual and assumes no liability for damages resulting from the installation or use of this product.
Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION ......................1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................1 FRONT PANEL ....................1 1.2.1 CONNECTORS ..................2 1.2.2 KEYBOARD ....................2 HOW TO USE THE UNIT ..................2 MAINTENANCE ...................... 4 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................... 5 UNSTABLE READING ..................5 NO READING ....................5...
Page 3 The temperature reading is also possible by measuring the resistance of the output coil of the sensor. 1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The PFC-12 datalogger is integrated in an impact resistant casing made of ABS plastic. Once the lid is closed, the unit is completely waterproof. Opened, the reading station is splash proof.
Page 4 The reading unit has a power button and 4 connectors:  A power connector for connecting a battery charger  A connector for connecting the removable module to the PFC-12  A PC interface communication connector  A connector for connecting the jumper cable to the vibrating wire sensor.
Page 5 PFC-12 E10364-140206 This will appear on the main menu:  Frequency readings (Hz)  Temperature readings (in  Configuration  Recording  Battery voltage  Temperature (of the unit)  Display settings Verify that the voltage level of the battery is sufficient. If necessary, you can connect the station to an external power source.
Page 6 To prevent permanent damage that may be caused to the battery, it is recommended not to use the PFC-12 if the charge is less than 11V. When the unit is turned off, connect it to the charger. The electronic motherboard of the device has been designed to accommodate a continuous load.
Page 7 PFC-12 E10364-140206 4 TROUBLESHOOTING Make sure to keep the unit and its sensors clean and dry, and then store them in a safe place in order to reduce the risk of damage. 4.1 UNSTABLE READING Check if the same problem occurs with another value. In the case of a linear sensor, check different positions.