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Operates from -40 to 75°C 622 Mary Street; Suite 101 Warminster, PA 18974 Phone: 267-673-8117 - Fax: 267-673-8118 Sales@cabriggs.com www.cabriggs.com PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION 233 South Street • Hopkinton MA 01748 USA Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990 www.predig.com...
• Cover must be fully engaged to meet flameproof/explosion-proof require- ments. Limited Warranty Precision Digital Corporation warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the specified period under “Specifications” from the date of shipment from the factory. Precision Digital’s liability under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase value, repair, or replacement of the defective unit.
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual INTRODUCTION The ProtEX-FarVu PD6870 is a rugged, loop-powered meter with 1" display digits in an explosion-proof enclosure for demanding applications in hazardous areas or in the harshest environmental conditions. The meter derives all of its power from the 4-20 mA loop with a small 1 volt drop for easy installation in almost any system.
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual SPECIFICATIONS Except where noted all specifications apply to operation at +25°C. General DISPLAY 3 ½ digit LCD 1" (25.4 mm); -1999 to 1999 DISPLAY 2.5 Updates/Second UPDATE RATE OVERRANGE Display reads on the left most digit PROGRAMMING Four front mounted rotary control dials accessed when the METHOD...
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual Input ACCURACY ±0.1% of full span ±1 count TEMPERATURE 150 PPM/C from -40 to 75C ambient DRIFT DECIMAL POINT User selectable decimal point CALIBRATION 4 mA input: -1000 to +1000; 20 mA between 20 and 2000 RANGE counts greater than 4 mA display.
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual Product Ratings and Approvals Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, G Class III, Division 1; T6 Class I, Zone 1, AEx d IIC T6 Gb Zone 21, AEx tb IIIC T85°C Ta = -40°C to +75°C Enclosure: Type 4X &...
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual Electromagnetic Compatibility EMISSIONS EN 61326:2013 Safety requirements for measurement, control, and laboratory use – Industrial Group 1 Class A ISM emissions requirements Radiated Class A Emissions IMMUNITY EN 61326:2013 Safety requirements for measurement, control, and laboratory use ±4 kV contact, ±8 kV air...
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual INSTALLATION For Installation in USA: The PD6870 must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) NFPA 70. For Installation in Canada: Install in accordance with applicable local and national regulations (e.g. NEC). The PD6870 must be installed in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code CSA 22.1.
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual Unpacking Remove the meter from box. Inspect the packaging and contents for damage. Report damages, if any, to the carrier. If any part is missing or the meter malfunctions, please contact your supplier or the factory for assistance.
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual Connections WARNINGS Static electricity can damage sensitive components. Observe safe handling precautions for static-sensitive components. Use proper grounding procedures/codes. If the meter is installed in a high voltage environment and a fault or installation error occurs, high voltage may be present on any lead or terminal.
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual Connections & Wiring Diagrams Signal connections are made to a three-terminal connector mounted on the rear of the display module. The enclosure also provides one internal and one external earth grounding screw. The 4-20 mA input with no backlight has a maximum voltage drop of 1 V and is wired as shown in Figure 2.
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual SETUP Overview Setup is done using four rotary control dials located on the front of the display module that are accessed when the meter cover is removed. Setup is performed using a 4-20 mA signal source and scaling the 4 and 20 mA readings using the control dials.
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting Up the Meter Calibrating the Meter The meter is provided factory calibrated to display -50.0 at 4 mA and 150.0 at 20 mA. HI and LO coarse and fine controls are labeled on the front of the display. Use the HI and LO controls for large range changes during calibration and the HI FINE and LO FINE controls for precision changes.
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual Factory Defaults & User Settings The following table shows the factory setting for most of the programmable parameters on the meter. Next to the factory setting, the user may record the new setting for the particular application. Model: ______________ S/N: _______________ Date: _________ Parameter...
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual TROUBLESHOOTING The rugged design and the user-friendly interface of the meter should make it unusual for the installer or operator to refer to this section of the manual. If the meter is not working as expected, refer to the recommendations below. Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Check/Action...
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual 3.35 [85.0] 4.15 [105.5] 4.86 [123.5] 3.22 [81.9] Figure 5. Enclosure Dimensions – Side Cross Section View Note: The supplied conduit plug may extend up to 0.6 in [15 mm] from the conduit opening when installed.
SIRA 10 ATEX M462 ATEX Notified Body for Quality Assurance: Sira Certification Service, NB 0518 Unit 6, Hawarden Industrial Park Hawarden, Deeside, CH5 3US, UK Signed for and on behalf of Precision Digital Corporation: Name: Jeffrey Peters Company: Precision Digital Corporation...
PD6870 Loop-Powered Process Meter Instruction Manual How to Contact Precision Digital For Technical Support: Call: (800) 610-5239 or (508) 655-7300 Fax: (508) 655-8990 Email: support@predig.com For Sales Support: Call: (800) 343-1001 or (508) 655-7300 Fax: (508) 655-8990 Email: sales@predig.com ...
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