First steps ....................13 Using the product .................. 17 6.1. Preparing for measurement ............17 6.1.1. Connecting temperature probe, Testo 552 and accessories ......17 6.1.2. Switching the instrument on ................19 6.1.3. Choosing the measuring mode ..............20 6.2.
(observe local regulations) or return the product to Testo for disposal. Pos: 17 /TD/Sicherheit und Umwelt/Umwelt schützen/testo 550/Kältemittel können schaden testo 550 @ 4\mod_1252656710421_79.docx @ 49869 @ @ 1 > Refrigerant gases can harm the environment. Please note the...
Pos: 19 /TD/Überschriften/3.1 Verwendung @ 0\mod_1176211016437_79.docx @ 695 @ 2 @ 1 3.1. Pos: 20 /TD/Leistungsbeschreibung/Verwendung/testo 5xx/testo 570 @ 8\mod_1294148437080_79.docx @ 75456 @ @ 1 The testo 570 is a digital manifold for commissioning, maintenance and service work on refrigeration systems and heat pumps. It can be used for fault diagnose and online measurements on refrigeration systems and heat pumps.
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3 Specifications Feature Values Measurement Pressure measurement range HP/LP: -100…5000 kPa / -0.1…5 Mpa ranges / -1…50 bar (rel) / -14.7…725 psi Temperature measurement range: -50…+150 °C / -58…302 °F Measurement range vacuum (rel): -1…0 bar / -14.7…0 psi Overload 52 bar, 5200 kPa, 5.2 Mpa, 754 psi Resolution Resolution pressure: 0.01 bar / 0.1 psi /...
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Measuring cycle 2s..59min 59s (freely selectable) Measurable media Measurable media: all media that are stored in the testo 570. Not measurable: ammonia (R717) and other refrigerants which contain ammonia Ambient conditions Operating temperature: -20 to 50 °C / -4 to 122°F...
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Battery life: > 40h (display light off) Display Type: Illuminated LCD Response time: 0.5 s Directives, EU Directive: 2014/30/EU standards and tests The EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on the testo homepage www.testo.com under the product specific downloads.
Pos: 24 /TD/Überschriften/4.1 Übersicht @ 0\mod_1176379946003_79.docx @ 733 @ 2 @ 1 4.1. Overview Pos: 25 /TD/Produktbeschreibung/Übersicht/Übersicht testo 570 @ 8\mod_1294147417216_79.docx @ 75423 @ 55 @ 1 Display and control elements 1 Sensor socket Mini-DIN for NTC-temperature sensor, with socket cover.
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4 Product description Icon Meaning The measurement value is saved; in case of a single measurement the inner circle flashes once, with serial measurements the circle flashes with each save procedure. 4 Battery compartment. Charging rechargeable batteries inside the instrument is not possible! 5 Multi-function keys: The relevant function appears in the display.
Pos: 26 /TD/Überschriften/5. Erste Schritte @ 0\mod_1173774895039_79.docx @ 319 @ 1 @ 1 First steps Pos: 27 /TD/Erste Schritte/testo 570 @ 8\mod_1294152508695_79.docx @ 75489 @ 55555 @ 1 Inserting batteries/rechargeable batteries 1. Unfold the suspension attachment and open the battery compartment (clip lock).
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5 First steps Measurement view is opened. When switching on for the first time, the following factory settings are stored: • Language: English UK • Date: 01.01.2011 • Time: 12:00 To change the default settings: See Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden., page Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert..
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ISO 817 T... Special Testo designation for certain refrigerants no refrigerant selected. With the software testo Easy Kool you can feed additional refrigerants into the instrument, see separate operating instructions. Efficiency calc.: Select the procedure (COP heat pump) and enter the required parameters (may vary in dependence on selected procedure).
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Mode Function Auto Combi mode When combi mode is activated the digital manifold testo 570 automatically reverses the display of high and low pressure. This automatic reversal occurs when the pressure in the low pressure side is 1 bar higher than the pressure in the high pressure side.
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• Before connecting both devices, the testo 552 must be switched on. • The testo 570 will only connect to the testo 552 once Evacuation mode has been activated. • The required pressure unit display must be set in the testo 570.
6 Using the product Position the accessory as appropriate for the measurement task: Measurement task Position (measurement channel) Superheating At the end of the evaporator / inlet of compressor Subcooling At the end of the condenser / inlet of expansion valve Differential temperature On the measurement object Current measurement...
> You should therefore always replace the refrigerant hoses with new ones after the measuring instrument has dropped down or after any comparable mechanical loading. Pos: 30 /TD/Produkt verwenden/testo 570/Messmodus @ 8\mod_1294222104206_79.docx @ 75557 @ 3 @ 1 6.1.3. Choosing the measuring mode 1.
6 Using the product Key functions > [▲] or [▼]: Change the readings display. Possible display combinations: Evaporation pressure Condensation pressure Refrigerant evaporation Refrigerant condensation temperature to/Ev temperature tc/Co or (only with inserted temperature sensor) Evaporation pressure Condensation pressure Measured temperature t Measured temperature t or (only with inserted temperature sensor) Evaporation pressure...
Zeroing at ambient pressure must be performed for each vacuum measurement. • In combination with the testo 570, the testo 552 can be used as an external high-precision vacuum probe, if connected to the front of the testo 570 using the connection cable 0554 5520.
6 Using the product • The testo 570 will only connect to the testo 552 once Evacuation mode has been activated. • The required pressure unit display must be set in the testo 570. • In order to be able to use the readings from the testo 552 via the testo 570 in the EasyKool software, you need EasyKool software version 4.0 or later.
The efficiency calculation is displayed. See also Basis of calculation COP, page 32. Pos: 32 /TD/Produkt verwenden/testo 570/Messwerte speichern @ 8\mod_1300291384557_79.docx @ 77486 @ 255 @ 1 6.3. Saving measurement values The testo 570 is able to record a series measurement of up to 999 h.
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Customer Measplace Installation Component. These categories can be changed (e.g. testo / Cellar 1 / Office building 1 / Compressor) and supplemented via the testo software Easy Kool, see separate operating instructions. Saving a single measurement ✓ The desired measuring mode has been selected.
Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents or solvents! Weak household cleaning agents and soap suds may be used. Pos: 36 /TD/Produkt instand halten/Instandhalten testo 570 @ 9\mod_1307460092924_79.docx @ 81023 @ 55555 @ 1 Keeping connections clean > Keep screw connections clean and free of grease and other deposits, clean with a moist cloth as required.
Basis of calculation COP Heat pump The heating power and the efficiency calculation. COP heat pump are calculated by the testo 570 as follows: • Heating power = Volumetric flow rate x density of medium x specific heat capacity x ∆T (K) / 3600 •...
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4,182 Specific heat capacity capacity x K) of medium in secondary circuit (e.g. water, brine, etc.) The display of the testo 570 shows the following values: • • Heating power (kW) • Feed temperature secondary circuit (e.g. brine circuit) (°C) •...
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