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Feedback................... 6 Recycling .................. 7 Trademarks ................7 Warranty..................8 CHAPTER 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW.................. 9 ® Introduction to Vaisala DRYCAP Hand-Held Dewpoint Meter DM70 ................9 Basic Features and Options..........10 Parts Description..............11 CHAPTER 3 PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE..............13 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack ......
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USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Auto-Calibration..............27 Automatic Auto-Calibration..........27 Turning off Automatic Auto-Calibration ......28 Manual Auto-Calibration..........28 Sensor Purge...............29 Turning on/off Automatic Sensor Purge ......30 Changing Automatic Sensor Purge Interval ....30 Manual Sensor Purge.............31 Calibrate Transmitters (used only with DMP248)....32 Recording/Viewing Menu............32 Recording Data..............32 Stopping Recording............34 View Recorded Data ............34 Memory Status ..............34 Clear Data Memory .............35...
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Temperature Adjustment of DMT340 Series Using DM70 . 75 To Same as T .............. 76 I/II 1-Point Adjustment............76 2-Point Adjustment............77 Vaisala Service Centers............78 CHAPTER 10 DE-COMMISSIONING, DISMANTLING, AND DISPOSAL ......79 CHAPTER 11 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..............81 Measured Variables..............81 Dewpoint Temperature............
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________________________________________________________________________________ List of Tables Table 1 Measurement Intervals and Maximum Recording Times..33 Table 2 List of Accessories ..............89 VAISALA ________________________________________________________________________ 5...
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Chapter 2 __________________________________________________________ Product Overview CHAPTER 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ® Introduction to Vaisala DRYCAP Hand-Held Dewpoint Meter DM70 DM70 measures dewpoint temperature accurately in a measurement range from -60 C up to +60 C depending on the probe version. ®...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ DM70 consists of two main units: the MI70 indicator and DMP74 probe, versions A, B, or C. DM70 can be used with the optional sampling cell to measure process dewpoint. With DSS70A, DM70 forms a part of a complete portable sampling system for measuring process dewpoint.
0403-032 Figure 2 Installing the Battery Pack Connect the black connector of the new battery pack. Make sure the red and black wires are on the upper edge of the connector. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 13...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Do not push the connector with any conducting material. See Figure 2 on page 13. NOTE If you have previously used alkaline batteries, remove the metal contact before installing the battery pack. Replace the battery pack, close the back plate, and tighten the screw.
Press any of the arrow buttons and open a menu by pressing Open. Select Settings using the buttons and press Select User interface and press Select Language and press Set. Select the language using the buttons. Confirm the selection by pressing Select. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 15...
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USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ If you want to set the date at this point, return to the Settings menu by pressing The language can be selected also later. See section Language on NOTE page 37. To change the date, select Date and press Set.
Avoid PVC or nylon tubes. Measuring If you start DM70 for the first time, see section Preparations Before Use on page 13. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. Connect the probe to the MI70 indicator. Press the Power On/Off button. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 17...
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USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Install the probe to the measuring position. If you are measuring in pressurized processes, see section Connection to Pressurized Processes Using the DSC74 Sampling Cell on page 52. When using other sampling cells than DSC74, make sure that the threads are compatible with the probe threads (G ½"...
This chapter contains information that is needed to operate this product. Basic Display When DM70 is turned on, the display shown in Figure 4 below appears. 0403-034 Figure 4 Basic Display The following numbers refer to Figure 4 above. The state of the battery. Pressure settings. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 19...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Selected quantities. Up to three of the following quantities can be selected at a time: dewpoint (T ), relative humidity (RH), absolute humidity (a), mixing ratio (x), parts per million (H O), temperature (T). The Graphic shortcut button changes the display into a curve mode.
You can select 1 ... 3 display quantities at a time. The unit of quantities (T , or T) can be selected between C or F. The default is C. To select a quantity, do the following: VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 21...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Open the menu by pressing Open. Select Display and press Select Quantities and units and then press To select a quantity, move on the desired quantity using the arrow buttons and then press Select. To change the unit, move on the desired quantity using the arrow buttons and then press Unit ( C or F).
To view the recording time stamps, press Times. To return to the basic display, press Exit. Graphic History The graphical display shows the measurements as a curve. From the curve, you can examine the data trend and history of the last minutes. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 23...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ The graphical display shows the curve of the uppermost quantity shown in the basic display. Open the menu by pressing Open. Select Display and press To go to the Graphical history display, select Graphic history and press Show. To get the statistical info on the graph area (minimum, maximum, and average values), press Info.
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When the alarm level is reached, you can stop the alarm by pressing OK. To reactivate the alarm, press Yes. To completely stop the alarm, press NOTE The alarm does not work when the device is turned off. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 25...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Analog Output Selecting and Scaling the Analog Output 0403-052 Figure 8 Analog Output To get analog measurement data, an analog signal cable is needed (see section Accessories on page 89). Connect the signal cable connector of the analog output to the base connector of the indicator.
10 ºC. However, if there are no changes in the conditions, the calibration will take place at an interval of one hour or at least, after one hour from the last auto-calibration. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 27...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Turning off Automatic Auto-Calibration If the automatic auto-calibration is turned off, the auto-calibration NOTE should be started when starting measuring after the probe has not been used for a while and always at least once every hour. The automatic auto-calibration can be turned off as follows: Open the menu by pressing Open.
Sensor purge is an automatic procedure, in which the sensor is dried. Thus, the sensor will response very fast when installing the probe from an ambient to a dry gas. This will also ensure together with auto- calibration the best measurement accuracy and long-term stability. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 29...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ The purge is performed automatically if humidity changes significantly or quickly and if the dewpoint is low enough. As a default, the automatic sensor purge is turned on automatically in DM70. It is recommended not to turn it off. The automatic sensor purge can also be started manually, which is necessary if the purge has not been performed during the last 24 hours.
15 seconds to inform of the time required to complete the purge. The purge symbol also appears in the upper left corner of the display. See Figure 10 on page 31. 0403-044 Figure 10 Sensor Purge Displays VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 31...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ You can also change one of the shortcut keys to refer to the sensor purge. See section Program Shortcut Keys on page 38. Calibrate Transmitters (used only with DMP248) In this menu, you can set the baud rate, serial format, and start calibration.
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The bar indicates the amount of recorded data. CAUTION Do not disconnect the probe when the data recording is on, even if the indicator is turned off. This may cause loss of recorded data. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 33...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Stopping Recording To stop recording, press Record. Select Record data and press Then select Start/Stop recording and press Stop. To view the recorded file, select Show. View Recorded Data Open the menu by pressing Open. Select Recording/Viewing and press Select View recorded data and press Select the file you want to view and press .
Transferring Recorded Data to PC The recorded data can be transferred to a PC using the MI70 Link program. The MI70 Link program can be ordered from Vaisala, see section Accessories on page 107. You can examine the recorded data easily in the Microsoft Windows®...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Environment Menu Pressure Settings In pressurized environments, the actual process pressure value must be set for DM70. The pressure can be given in the following units: Gauge pressure is given in the unit of bar. It barg: indicates the pressure difference between the normal atmospheric pressure and the actual process pressure.
Go to the Language selection menu by pressing first then the button in the middle. Then press , then , then again and finally press again button in the middle. Reselect the language. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 37...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Automatic Power Off As a default, the power in DM70 is automatically turned off after 15 minutes of inactivity. This also saves the battery. The inactivity settings can be changed to 60 minutes or completely turned off. See the instructions below: Open the menu by pressing Open.
The default date format is day.month.year, for example, 25.4.2004. The date format can be changed to month.day.year. or year.month.day. For correct time and date in the recorded data files, follow the instructions below: Open the menu by pressing Open. Select Settings and press VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 39...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Select Date and time and press For the desired date, select Date and then press Set. Use the arrow buttons to change the date. Confirm the selection by pressing Select. To change the date format, select from the alternatives and press Select.
Select Device information and press Show. The first display gives the information on the MI70 indicator. For details on the probe, press More and then press See Figure 18 below. To return to the basic display, press Exit. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 41...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ 0403-041 Figure 18 Indicator and Probe Information The following numbers refer to Figure 18 above. Software version of the MI70 indicator Serial number of the MI70 indicator Probe type Software version of the probe Serial number of the probe Factory Settings The factory settings can be restored to clear all the changed settings and data memory of the indicator.
FIELD CALIBRATION CHECK OF FIXED TRANSMITTERS To compare measurement readings or to read the output of a fixed transmitter directly on the DM70 display, connect DM70 to a fixed Vaisala transmitter using the connection cable accessories. ® Vaisala DRYCAP Dewpoint and Temperature Transmitter Series DMT340 can be adjusted in laboratory conditions using DM70 as a reference.
However, in applications where optimum accuracy is essential, it is recommended to send the DMT340/DMT242/DMT142 transmitter to Vaisala (see section Vaisala Service Centers on page 78) when the difference is considered significant. Press the Power On/Off button. Disconnect the connection cable.
Check the environment settings of the DM70 probe, if needed. Press Yes or The measurement value of DMP248 is shown on the upper row and the value of DM70 on the second row. The third row shows the difference between the measurements of DMP248 and DM70. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 45...
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However, in applications where best possible accuracy is essential, it is recommended to send the DMP248 transmitter to Vaisala (see section Vaisala Service Centers on page 78) if the difference is considered significant. To return to the basic display, press Exit.
Use the DMT242SC sampling cell when only the body (thread 3/8"G and 1/4"G) of the main sampling cell is needed. Use the DMT242SC2 sampling cell with the welded Swagelok connectors. This is ideal for sampling in a 1/4" pipeline. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 47...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Sampling Cells DSC74 - sampling cell with a leakage screw, thread 3/8"G - quick coupling, type NIP08, type D - thread adapter, type 3/8" - 1/4"G - thread adapter, type 3/8" - 1/2"G (for DMP248 and DMT242 fittings) 0403-047 Figure 20 DSC74 Sampling Cell with the Adapters...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ 0403-112 Figure 22 Default Assembly of DSC74C The following numbers refer to Figure 22 above. Gas goes in. Also the coil can be used here. Gas comes out Coil Valve 50 __________________________________________________________________ M010091EN-F...
The following numbers refer to Figure 23 above. Gas comes out Coil Thread, max. size 7 mm Gas goes in Valve The thread size cannot exceed 7 mm. Use the provided adapter to avoid damage to the probe. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 51...
DMT242SC and DMT242SC2 Sampling Cells Connection to Pressurized Processes Using the DSC74 Sampling Cell DSC74 is a Vaisala sampling cell for connecting DM70 to the pressurized processes (See section Accessories on page 89). With DSC74B and DSC74C measuring can be done in overpressure or atmospheric pressure.
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Tighten the fitting with a fork spanner. Connect the sample cell to the process fittings. Seal the fitting with the PTFE thread seal tape. Install the gasket (delivered with the probe) to the nut of probe thread. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 53...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Set the probe into the sample cell. Tighten the probe by turning it from the thread nut. Do not tighten the probe from the handle. If the sample cell is installed correctly, there is no leakage in the connections.
Chapter 7 ____________________________________________________Sampling from Processes The DSS70A sampling system can be ordered from Vaisala separately ® or in connection with the Vaisala DRYCAP Hand-Held Dewpoint Meter DM70. 0403-048 Figure 25 DM70 with the Case The following numbers refer to Figure 25 on page 55.
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ (1.2 ... 20 bar), detach the flexible tube from the flowmeter. See Figure 25 on page 55. Remove the inlet/outlet plugs. Insert the 1/4" tubing into the IN fitting. Tighten the nut 11/4 turns with an open-ended, 14-mm spanner to make a gas-tight fitting.
MI70 recharger adapter to the recharger socket on top of MI70 and recharge DSS70A as described above. Changing the Battery Replacement batteries can be ordered from Vaisala (see section Accessories on page 89). The battery is fitted underneath the sampling system. To change the battery, lift the sampling system from the briefcase.
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Turn the sampling system upside down. See Figure 27 below. 0403-050 Figure 27 Sampling System Upside Down The following numbers refer to Figure 27 above. Battery Battery wires Nut of the sample cell Detach the battery wires. Remove the old battery by pulling it up.
The filter may need to be changed after several hundreds of hours or after years. A dry filter may cause increased response times. A new filter can be ordered from Vaisala (see section Accessories on page 89). To change the filter, lift the sampling system out of the briefcase.
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Changing the Fuses Press down the fuse button and simultaneously turn it. Replace the old fuse with a new one of same type and rating (glass tube fuse 5 x 20 mm T 2 A/250 VAC). Put the fuse button back into place by pressing and turning it.
Figure 29 on page 62. When measurement is done in the GIE pressure, the structure of DSC74B eliminates the adverse effect of pressure fluctuation caused by the collection system. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 61...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ 0405-011 Figure 29 Gas Collection Option The following numbers refer to Figure 29 above. Gas from GIE Gas to the collecting system Operating Environment A typical dewpoint of pure SF is usually around -60 °C. The recommendations for the moisture limit of the equipment insulated with gas (GIE) vary between 70 ...
For SF , the molecular weight is 146.06, and the conversion between ppm and ppm is the following: = ppm / 8.1 DM70 is able to show the ppm and ppm values for moisture. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 63...
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The device can be sent to a Vaisala Service Center for calibration and adjustment, see contact information in section Vaisala Service Centers on page 78.
Device Information on page 41). Adjusting DMT340 Series Transmitters Using DM70 as Reference or Terminal ® Vaisala DRYCAP Dewpoint and Temperature Transmitter Series DMT340 can be adjusted using a correctly adjusted DM70 as a reference dewpoint meter. Note that dewpoint adjustment should be carried out in laboratory conditions and not in the field.
When pressing the button, the indicator switches into the adjustment mode. To start adjusting, press Then select RH and press Select. To check the environmental settings, press Yes. To continue without checking the settings, press VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 67...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ To select the adjustment method, press Adjust. Select 2-point adjustment and press Select. Then press OK to continue. Set the probe to a lower reference value of relative humidity You can follow the stabilization from the graph display by pressing Graph.
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Set the probe to a higher reference value of relative humidity When the reading has stabilized, press Ready. You can follow the stabilization from the graph display by pressing Graph. Use arrow buttons to give the higher reference value of relative humidity. Then press VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 69...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Confirm the adjustment by pressing Yes. If you press the adjustment display returns and no changes are made. Now the adjustment is completed. To exit the adjustment mode, press Back. To return to the basic display, press Exit. 1) If there is a temperature difference between the generated reference and the probe temperature, relative humidity must be calculated to correspond to the temperature of the probe.
Turn off DM70. Connect the cable 211339 between DMT340 (service port) and DM70 (connector I or II). Turn on both the devices. Set the probe to the reference condition. Follow the stabilization from the graphic display by pressing VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 71...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Graph. The minimum recommended stabilization time for this critical adjustment is 5 hours. Perform the manual purge if necessary. Press the ADJ button on the DMT340 motherboard to enable the adjustment mode. From the list of parameters, select T d/f I/II You are prompted to check the settings, make sure that the pressure units of DM70 and DMT340 are the same.
Place the screw back onto the calibration button. To seal the calibration, attach a sticker on the calibration button. NOTE Several AutoCals can be necessary after this adjustment has been performed until the transmitter reaches full accuracy. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 73...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Adjusting Temperature Temperature Adjustment of DM70 The temperature adjustment can be done using the one-point or two- point adjustment. The one-point adjustment should be done within the temperature range in which the device is most often used. To go to the adjustment mode, do the following: Press the Calibration button of the probe handle (see number 4 in Figure 1 on page 11) using a tool with a thin, sharp point, for example, a small screwdriver.
Turn off DM70. Connect the cable 211339 between DMT340 (service port) and DM70 (connector I or II). Turn on both the devices. Press the ADJ button on the DMT340 motherboard to enable the adjustment mode. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 75...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ From the list of parameters, select T I/II At this point you need to select the adjustment method. If the reference probe is connected, two options are displayed: To same as T , 1-point adjustment or 2-point adjustment. I/II You are prompted to check the settings, make sure that the pressure units of DM70 and DMT340 are the same.
The adjustment has been completed. NOTE If the difference between the two references is less than 30 ˚C, the adjustment cannot be done. To exit the adjustment mode, press Back. To return to the basic display, press Exit. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 77...
Installing and Removing the on page 13 (MI70) and in section Battery Pack Changing on page 57 (DSS70A). the Battery 3. Dismantled parts must be separated according to the materials and disposed of according to the local laws and regulations. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 79...
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Display LCD with backlight Graphic trend display of any quantity Character height up to 16 Probe inputs 1 or 2 Power supply Rechargeable NIMH battery pack with AC power or 4 x AA size alkalines, type IEC VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 85...
30 days Power consumption during 10 W max charge Charging time 4 hours DMP74 Probe + MI70 Indicator = ® Vaisala DRYCAP DM70 Hand-Held Dewpoint Meter General Storage temperature -40 ... +70 ˚C (-40 ... +158 ˚F) Storage humidity range 0 ...
USER'S GUIDE____________________________________________________________________ Material Stainless steel AISI316 Weight 390 g DSC74C DSC74C is a sampling cell with DSC74B with DMCOIL cooling/venting coil. DMCOIL Coil pipe size 6 mm Connection to sampling cell With ISO G 1/4" and G 3/8" thread adapter Weight 130 g DSS70A Sampling System...
DSS70BAT Service kit for DSC74 (all versions) DSC74SERVICEKIT PC Connection tools MI70 Link software interface kit including a 219687 USB instrument cable for MI70 MI70 Link software interface kit including a MI70LINK serial connection cable for MI70 VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 89...