User Manual: ATEQ D570
User Manual: ATEQ D570
User Manual: ATEQ D570
ATEQ D570
Version 1.1
Reference: UM-24900A-U
REVISION OF THE D570 USER MANUAL
Edition/ Date
Reference Chapters updated
Revision (week/year)
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 00
We the undersigned, ATEQ, manufacturers of the ATEQ D570 REF : 249.00 declare that it
complies with the requirements of :
This enables ATEQ to guarantee that this instrument may be used in complete safety under
the following environmental conditions :
• indoor use,
• altitude up to 3000 metres,
• ambient operating temperature from 5°C to 45 °C,
• 100 % maximum relative humidity without condensation,
• fluctuation in the supply network voltage not exceeding 15 % of nominal voltage
• temporary overvoltages in accordance with INSTALLATION CATEGORY II as in
standard CEI 664,
• degree of pollution 2 as in CEI 664 (only non-conductive pollution. However a
temporary conductivity caused by condensation may occasionally be expected ).
The ATEQ D570 REF 249.00 is equipped with a protective earth terminal located at the
rear of the instrument, connected to the interior in accordance with safety standards. This
terminal is intended for connection to an external earthing system.
General precautions
• Read the user manual before using the instrument,
• all electrical connections to the instrument must be equipped with a safety
system (fuse, circuit breaker…) appropriate to its needs and complying with the
standards,
• cut the air supply for any kinds of operation on the pneumatic assembly,
We would like to bring to your attention that ATEQ will not be held responsible
for any accident connected to the improper use of the instrument, to the work
bench or to the lack of compliance with safety rules.
Ret-U/0039
ATEQ, THE ASSURANCE OF A COMPETENT AFTER SALES
SERVICE
THE ATEQ AFTER SALES SERVICE IS :
• a team of qualified technicians,
• a permanent telephone assistance,
• agencies close to you for faster reaction,
• a stock of spare parts available immediately,
• a car fleet for rapid intervention,
• a commitment to quality ...
THE OVERHAUL
ATEQ carries out the overhaul of your instruments at interesting prices.
The overhaul corresponds to the maintenance of the instrument (checking, cleaning, replacing of used
parts) as part of preventive maintenance.
Preventive maintenance is the best way to guarantee reliability and efficiency. It allows the
maintenance of a group of instruments in good operational order and prevent eventual break-downs.
MAINTENANCE KITS
The ATEQ After Sales Service proposes, two kits destined for the preventive maintenance of the
pneumatic circuits of instruments.
CALIBRATION
This may be carried out on site or in our offices.
ATEQ is attached to the COFRAC and delivers a certificate following a calibration.
TRAINING COURSES
In the framework of partnership with our customers, ATEQ offers two types of training in order to
optimise the usage and knowledge of our instruments. They are aimed at different levels of technician:
• method / control training,
• maintenance / upkeep training.
A TARGETED TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION
A number of technical documents are at your disposal to allow you to intervene rapidly in the event
minor breakdowns:
• problem sheets describing and offering solutions to the main pneumatic and electronic
problems,
• several maintenance manuals.
A QUALITY GUARANTEE
The instruments are guaranteed for parts and labour in our offices:
• 2 years for leak detection equipment,
• 1 year for electrical tests to norms instruments,
• 1 year for the accessories.
Our After Sales Service is capable of rapidly answering all your needs and queries.
ATEQ recommends
to made realise by its departments
a revision and a calibration of the instruments
every year
SAV-Ub/0243
PREFACE
Dear Customer,
You have just purchased an ATEQ instrument, we thank you for the trust you have
placed on our brand. This instrument has been designed to ensure a long and
unparalleled life expectancy, and we are convinced that it will give you complete
satisfaction during many long years of operation.
In order to maximise the life expectancy and reliability of your ATEQ instrument, we
recommend that you install this instrument on a secured workbench and advise you to
consult this manual in order to familiarise yourself with the functions and capabilities of
the instrument.
Your ATEQ SAV (After Sales Service) center can give you recommendations based on
your specific operation requirements.
ATEQ
0039/PREF-U
Table of contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREAMBLE 5
1. DEFINITION OF THE ATEQ D570 ......................................................................................................5
2. CHARACTERISTCS OF THE MEASUREMENT ................................................................................6
2.1. Pressure drop measurement........................................................................................................6
2.2. Test pressure measurement ........................................................................................................6
2.3. Mechanical pressure regulation ...................................................................................................6
3. THE DIFFERENT MEASUREMENT PRINCIPLES .............................................................................7
3.1. Direct measurement.....................................................................................................................7
3.2. Indirect measurement (or recovery mode)...................................................................................8
4. PRESSURE, TEMPERATURE & VISCOSITY EFFECT ON THE MEASUREMENT .........................9
4.1. Pressure variation ........................................................................................................................9
4.2. Viscosity and temperature variation .............................................................................................9
5. CALIBRATION...................................................................................................................................10
5.1. Factory calibration......................................................................................................................10
5.2. Manual calibration ......................................................................................................................10
6. PRINCIPLE OF A CYCLE .................................................................................................................11
7. PRESENTATION OF THE SYMBOLS ..............................................................................................12
Chapter 5 ACCESSORIES
1. ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE INSTRUMENT...................................................................85
1.1. Mains power cable .....................................................................................................................85
2. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES..............................................................................................................86
2.1. Flow master leaks ......................................................................................................................86
2.2. Needle valve and leak flow calibrator ........................................................................................87
2.3. Automatic connectors with expandable joints ............................................................................88
2.4. Filtration kit .................................................................................................................................88
2.5. Remote controls .........................................................................................................................89
2.6. Remote front panel RC5 ............................................................................................................90
2.7. Intelligent remote control............................................................................................................92
2.8. External cutting valve .................................................................................................................94
Index 105
PREAMBLE
The ATEQ D570 is a flow meter which measures a drop in pressure with a differential
sensor (transducer) which is placed at the extremities of a calibrated flow tube.
Absolute pressure
sensor
Atmosphere
Air pressure
supply
Flow Test part
Differential
pressure sensor
When fluid (gas) moves through a calibrated flow tube (laminar flow), a drop in pressure
occurs, the value of which is proportional to flow.
∆P = 8µLQ/ΠR4
µ : viscosity of the fluid
L : length of the calibrated flow tube
R : radius of the calibrated flow tube
Q : flow
∆P : drop in pressure in the calibrated flow tube
MAXIMUM
RANGE L/H ACCURACY
RESOLUTION L/H
5 +/- (2,5% of the flow + 0,005 l/h) 0,001
30 +/- (2,5% of the flow + 0,030 l/h) 0,01
150 +/- (2,5% of the flow + 0,150 l/h) 0,1
500 +/- (2,5% of the flow + 0,5 l/h) 0,1
1500 +/- (2,5% of the flow + 1,5 l/h) 1
4000 +/- (2,5% of the flow + 4 l/h) 1
10000 +/- (2,5% of the flow + 10 l/h) 1
(20° / 1013 mbar)
MAXIMUM
RANGE ACCURACY
RESOLUTION
PE = 7.5 kPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 0,2 hPa)
(PE < 75 mbar)
PE < 30 kPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 1 hPa)
(PE < 0,3 bar)
0,1 % PE
30 kPa ≤ PE ≤ 100 kPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 3 hPa)
(0,3 bar ≤ PE ≤ 1 bar)
100 kPa < PE ≤ 500 kPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 7.5 hPa)
(1 bar < PE ≤ 5 bar)
- 600 kPa to -10 kPa / 800 Pa to 6 kPa / 500 Pa to 14 kPa / 6 kPa to 100 kPa / 5 kPa to
210 kPa / 10 kPa to 350 kPa.
There exists two measurement principles, they are: direct measurement and the indirect
measurement (also known as with recovery or under bell).
The instrument can work in depressurisation (optional) both in direct and indirect
measurement.
Absolute pressure
sensor
Atmosphere
Air pressure
supply
Flow Test part
Differential
pressure sensor
As shown in the diagram above the test pressure is applied directly to the test part input
after having flowed through the calibrated flow tube.
Once the test part is filled, the ATEQ D570 measures the drop in pressure at the
extremities of the calibrated flow tube with a differential sensor.
Absolute pressure
sensor
Atmosphere
Air supply
Differential
pressure sensor
The calibrated flow tube is placed following the output of the test part. The output of the
calibrated flow tube is to the atmosphere.
Depending on the part type, it may be possible to use a bell (ex: shower head where it
is impossible to recover the flow other than through the use of a bell). This method can
only be used if the recovery of the flow is easy.
The indirect measurement allows a considerable gain in time as the flow which arrives
in the calibrated flow tube is already stabilised.
As shown in the direct measurement diagram, the test part is in series in the test circuit,
the test pressure set by the regulator is not entirely restored at the input of the test part
due to pressure losses caused by the calibrated flow tube. Additionally the output
pressure of the regulator changes depending on the flows.
The results are always expressed as a function of the test pressure. That is why a
silicium sensor constantly monitors the real test pressure applied to the part. Depending
on the pressure value read the ATEQ D570 applies a correction factor which allows a
constant compensation for the pressure drops in the test circuit.
Note that the further the test part is from the cell, the higher the pressure drop is. This
should be avoided (possibility of pressure measurement on the part).
The viscosity of a gas is directly linked to its temperature. The higher the temperature is,
the greater the viscosity. The law of “Poiseuille” shows that when the viscosity
increases, the pressure drop increases.
These two parameters, temperature and viscosity have an influence on the accuracy of
the measurement. A correction is applied depending on the real temperature of the gas
flowing through the system.
However a measurement carried out manually or automatically (optional) with each
measurement cycle using a calibrated master leak will give a value which when
compared to the theoretical value (cf. options chapter: calibrated master leak) will be a
significant measure of the temperature effect on the viscosity of a gas, allowing the
calculation of a correction factor which can be applied to the test part.
Variations in the temperature of the parts during the test and in relation to each other
should be avoided as much as possible.
5. CALIBRATION
The factory calibration is set in the instrument. It is carried out in our workshops based
on a customer specification (test pressure, flow unit...). For that, a series of calibrated
master leaks are used for the calibration as well as for the control of linearity, example :
Display
1000
Master leak
1000 l/h
Calibrated flow
tube
1000 l/h
Note: this calibration does not take into account tube lengths, seal jig restrictions, ...
It is possible that the unit the instrument is delivered in or some external elements
(seals, pipes...) result in the factory calibration being unsatisfactory.
In this case a manual calibration taking into account the previously stated elements, can
be carried out by the operator. For this calibration, the calibrated master leak should be
used in the same conditions as the parts to be measured (diameter, length of the pipes).
6. PRINCIPLE OF A CYCLE
RESET*
RESET*
COUPLING FILL STABILISATION TEST
1 2 3 4 5 1'
Cycle
Start (Reset)* Coupling Fill Stabilisation Test (Reset)*
end
Reset of the pressure sensor to correct the eventual drifts, this phase
(Reset)* can be placed at the start or at the end of a cycle depending on the
requirement of the operator. Parameter to be set.
Time during which the sealing jig of the parts is put in place before the
The
part is filled. The instrument can be fitted with the automatic connector
coupling
option (this option adds a valve). This valve which is piloted throughout
time
the cycle time allows a control of the jig setup.
This is the time during which the part is pressurised until the
The fill time
compensation flow is obtained.
The
stabilisation This is the time during which the flow value stabilises.
time
End of The instrument stops the measurement and sends an end of cycle
Cycle signal.
Pressure
of the air supply from the 6 bar network.
supply
Ground
Connector for the electric plugging to the ground.
connector
Remote
Connector for a remote control.
control
Bar code
Connector for bar code reader plugging.
reader
Analogue
Analogue output.
output
Analogue
Analogue input for the temperature sensor.
input
Chapter 1
INSTALLATION OF THE INSTRUMENT
I: ON
I
O O: OFF
From 90 to 260 V AC / 50 W
25
2.2.2. 4) J3 connector
Not used
2 1
ATEQ reserved network.
Allows the connection to other ATEQ instruments.
(Male Lumberg type connector).
3 4
1 2
Charge / Load
1
24 V DC 0,1 A max
2
3
4
5 Obligatory
6 diode for an
inductive load.
7
8
Customer
I1 (Reset) 1
16 programs
input board
I2 (Start) 3
24 V DC 0,3 A max 4
I3 (Pr 1 + 1) 5
I4 (Pr 2 + 1) 6 ATEQ
24 V DC
I5 (Pr 4 + 1) 7 0,3 A max
internal supply
I6 (Pr 8 + 1) 8
I7 (Programmable input) 9
Com.
10
Good part output O1 0,2 A max
11
Load 24 V DC
Customer
Part bad inferior external
O2
flow output 12 supply
Alarm
14 O4
Option
Note: The 24V power supply must be provided by the internal power supply of the
ATEQ instrument (0,3A maximum) OR through an external power supply provided by
the customer.
For the ATEQ D570, the automatic connectors can be installed on the front panel or on
the rear panel depending on the option chosen.
These pneumatic outputs can take on different functionalities depending on the
configuration requested following the purchase of the instrument (stamping, cut off,
dump, second test output, etc.).
The air supply must absolutely be clean and dry. The presence of dusts, oil or
impurities, causes a risk of improper operation of the instrument despite the filter
supplied.
When the instrument operates in vacuum the entry of debris into the instrument must be
avoided. For this purpose it is highly recommended that an appropriate leak proof filter
is fitted between the test part and the instrument. This filter can be supplied by ATEQ.
The presence of impurities, oil or humidity in the air may cause a deterioration for
which the guarantee will not be valid.
According to the ISO 8573-1 norm concerning the quality levels of compressed
air for measurement instruments in industrial environments:
ATEQ recommends:
• Grain size and concentration CLASS 1 (0,1 µm and 0,1 mg/m3)
• Dew point under pressure CLASS 2 (- 40° of dew)
• Maximal concentration in oil CLASS 1 (0,01 mg/m3)
ATEQ recommends the installation:
• Of an air drier allowing the obtaining of a dry air with a dew point at less than -
40°,
• Of a 25 microns and 1/100 of a micron double filter.
Optimisation of the operation:
The air supply pressure must be between 400 kPa and 800 kPa (4 and 8 bar) to ensure
a perfect operation of the pneumatic distributors.
In the event of the use of an electronic regulator, the input pressure must be at
least 10 % over the full scale value of the electronic regulator + 100 kPa (+ 1 bar).
Chapter 2
USER INTERFACES
Navigation Cycle
keys keys
Key
Access/Locked
position
KEY FUNCTION
Not used
Not used
ENTER key
Enter the
Parameter edition menu
Validation of a parameter
« C » for CANCEL
C Return to the previous menu or function
Escape a parameter without modifying it
KEY FUNCTION
START key
Launching a measurement cycle
3. KEY LOCK
POSITION FUNCTION
LOCK position.
The access to the adjustable parameters is
not possible.
ACCESS position.
Access to the adjustable parameters.
4. REGULATOR
5. INFRA-RED INTERFACE
Not functional.
7. QUICK CONNECTOR
Warning
< >
Standby
(intermittent flashing)
< >
Recoverable parts
(indicator constantly lit)
< >
Chapter 3
STARTUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
ATEQ D5
displays the version and the Version XX.XXi
sensor full scales … 0-> 2 bar
Flow FS 5 L/h
READY
RUN/Pr :001
To be able to modify the PRESS = 0.000 bar
parameters, place the key in
the ACCESS position. READY
PARAMETERS
Position the cursor in front of Copy-Paste
the chosen program number. Pr :01 ----------
Confirm with the ENTER key. Pr :02 ----------
When a fluid (gas) passes through a calibrated flow tube (laminar flow), a pressure drop
takes place, the value of which is proportional to the flow.
This test type allows the operator to carry out actions (or checks) on the part undergoing
a test then to confirm them with the "START" key if the test is considered to be
Once the test type is chosen, the cycle parameters must be adjusted.
The procedure to follow to adjust all the test parameters is identical. Example with the
Coupling time A.
PARAM/Pr001
Next, confirm with the ENTER TYPE : DIRECT FLOW
key. The cursor moves to the COUPL. A : 00.00 s
right hand side of the screen. FILL : 00.00 s
PARAM/Pr001
Modify the value with the TYPE : DIRECT FLOW
navigation keys. COUPL. A : 00.03 s
FILL : 00.00 s
PARAM/Pr001
Once the value is modified, TYPE : DIRECT FLOW
confirm with the ENTER key. COUPL. A : 03.00 s
FILL : 00.00 s
PARAM/Pr001
To move to the next TYPE : DIRECT FLOW
parameter, use the navigation COUPL. A : 03.00 s
keys. FILL : 00.00 s
PARAMETERS
To exit the menu, use the Copy-Paste
CANCEL key.
C Pr:001 FLOW
Pr:002 FLOW
The coupling (also known as wait) times A and B are cycle start parameters.
When there is no automatic connector, the coupling time A is a part of the cycle.
In the event of an instrument with automatic connector the coupling time A allows the
activation of a first connector as soon as the cycle starts and to delay the pressurisation
of the test part. The coupling time B allows the activation of a second automatic
connector. These coupling times ensure a better stabilisation of the seals placed on the
test part.
)Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
This is the time taken to pressurise and initialise the flow in the test part.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
This time allows the stabilisation of the flow in the part. If the stabilisation time is too
short, parasite flow variations can cause inaccurate readings.
It is therefore recommended to start with a long stabilisation time and to progressively
reduce it until a stable reading of flow can be made.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
The test time can be a set value or infinite. During all this time the instrument indicates if
the flow in the part measured is between the minimum and maximum reject values.
When the test time is infinite, the fill pressure monitoring is inoperative. It is
therefore necessary to be careful not to apply an excessive pressure to the part being
tested.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
The different units are: bar, mbar, PSI, Pa, kPa, MPa.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
This function allows the setting of a maximum fill pressure which sets off an alarm if it is
exceeded.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
This function allows the setting of a minimum fill pressure threshold which sets of an
alarm if the pressure is not reached. This function is not active when an infinite test time
is set.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
The reject units available depending on the system chosen by the operator are:
SI System : ml/h, l/h, ml/s, ml/mn.
USA System : in3/h, ft3/h, in3/mn, in3/h, ft3/h, in3/mn.
Personalised system: no units, as chosen by the operator (CAL) only a unit name is
required, then the input of the maximum authorised drift. A learning cycle is then
necessary, it is carried out through the "Apprent. CAL" special cycle.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
This parameter allows the definition of the upper limit of the authorised flow range in the
test part, above this limit the part is considered as bad.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
This parameter allows the definition of the lower limit of the authorised flow range in the
test part, under this limit the part is considered as bad.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
The second capillary is an option on the D570 instrument, it allows having two flow
measurement ranges so that to have best adapt of the measurement extend of the
capillary in function of the part to be controlled.
When this option exists in the instrument, the "Range" parameter appears in the
parameters menu, so you have to choose the capillary (the range), then the best
measurement range adapted to the part to be controlled.
The choice of the range is function of the capillaries installed in the instrument: the
available ranges are: 5 l/h, 30 l/h, 150 l/h, 500 l/h, 1500 l/h, 4000 l/h and 10000 l/h.
) Adjust this parameter according to the method described in § 2.3.
2.3.12. Functions
The FUNCTION menu allows access to additional parameters which must first be
activated in the CONFIGURATION menu, then in EXTENDED MENUS.
If no additional parameters have been activated in the EXTENDED MENUS, the
FUNCTION menu is empty.
To activate these parameters, refer to chapter 4 § 2.
MAIN MENU
From the main menu, place RUN PROG. : 001
the cursor in front of the PARAMETERS
PARAMETERS heading. SPE CYCLE: Disabled
PARAM/Copy-Paste
Next, validate the COPY COPY :Pr ---
function. PASTE :Pr ---
PARAM/Copy-Paste
COPY :Pr 001
Confirm with the ENTER key. PASTE :Pr ---
PARAM/Copy-Paste
Place the cursor in front of COPY :Pr 001
Paste. PASTE :Pr ---
MAIN MENU
Press twice on CANCEL to RUN PROG : 001
return to the main menu.
C C PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Disabled
MAIN MENU
Position the cursor in front of RUN PROG. : 001
PARAMETERS. PARAMETERS
Confirm with the ENTER key. SPE CYCLE: Disabled
PARAM/Pr001
Confirm a first time to enter TEST : PRESS. CYCLE
the program. COUPL. A : 00.0 s
INIT.PRES: 0000
PARAMETERS
1°) Confirm a third time. The Copy-Paste
name of the program is Pr:001 ----------
deleted. Pr:002 VALVE 2
M/Pr001/TEST TYPE
2°) Place the cursor in front of Delete name
delete program. Delete program
5. LAUNCHING OF A CYCLE
MAIN MENU
Starting from the main menu, RUN PROG.: 001
place the cursor in front of the PARAMETERS
RUN PROG. function. SPE CYCLE :Disabled
MAIN MENU
RUN PROG.: 001
Confirm with the ENTER key. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Disabled
MAIN MENU
Confirm your choice with the RUN PROG. : 004
ENTER key. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Disabled
SPE CYCLE
Position the cursor in front of Disabled
the SPE CYCLE function and Regulator adjust
confirm with the ENTER key. Infinite Fill
SPE CYCLE
Next, position the cursor in Disabled
front of Regulator adjust and Regulator adjust
confirm with the ENTER key. Infinite fill
MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the RUN PROG. : 001
special cycle has been PARAMETERS
selected. SPE CYCLE :Regul
RUN/Pr:001
Press the START key to PRESS = 355.5 mbar
launch a special cycle. COMPUTE LIMITS
REGULATOR ADJUST
RUN/Pr:001
Set the test pressure by using _
PRESS = 1000 mbar
the regulator. + COMPUTE LIMITS
REGULATOR ADJUST
RUN/Pr:001
Once the pressure is set, PRESS = 0.000 bar
press the RESET key to stop
the special cycle. READY
RUN/Pr:004
Press the START key to start PRESS =0.500 bar
a measurement cycle.
READY
7. STOPPING A CYCLE
Chapter 4
FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT
1. MENU STRUCTURE
MAIN MENU Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Sub menu 3 Sub menu 4
v CAL learning
v CAL check
v ATR learning
Atmospheric
v
conditions
v Piezo auto zero
v
CONFIGURATION > Extended menus > Name
v v Cycling
v v Automatic mode
v v Units
v v Filter
Standard
v v
conditions
Pressure
v v
correction
Pressure auto
v v
zero
v v Offset
v v ATR1
v v ATR2
v v Peak hold
Recovery
v v
thresholds
v v P1 – P2
v v P1 -P2 correction
v v Fill type
Automatic
v v
connector
v v Mini valve
v v No negative
v v Valve codes
v v Stamping
v v Mini valve
v v Cycle end
v v
30 % > 50 % >
v Bar graph > yes / no >
70 % >
v v
Regulator
v > yes / no > Frequency
learning
v v Number of cycles
v v
v Hour > Hour
v v Minute
v v Day
v v Month
v v Year
v v
v RS232 > C540/F580
Speed:
4800 > 9600 >
v v Printer > RS parameters > 19200 > 28800 >
38400 > 57600 >
115200
v v v v
Serial port:
1st-7bit-="0" >
1st-7bit-="1" >
1st-7bit-even >
1st-7bit-odd >
v v v
1st-8bit-without >
1st-8bit-="0" >
1st-8bit-="1" >
1st-8bit-even >
1st-8bit-odd >
v v v
v v Frame > Pressure
v v v Personalisation
v v v Time keeper
v v v Before results
v v v After results
v v v Line feed
v v v
Sending
v v > All
conditions
v v v Part OK
v v v Maximum part
v v v Minimum part
v v v Warning
v v v Pressure error
v v v Recoverable
v v v
v v Export
v v V
v v Print parameters
v v
v RS485 > C540/F580
v v
v v
v Security > yes / no
v v
v Light > Mode > Permanent
v v v Manual
v v v Automatic
v v v
v v Intensity > 00 to 07
v v
v I/O group > 1 to 2
v v
Program
v Input 7 (IN7) >
selection
Electronic
v v
regulator learning
v v Regulator adjust
v v Infinite fill
v v ATR learning
Atmospheric
v v
conditions
v v Piezo auto zero
Manual
v v
differential reset
v v
SERVICE > PARAMETERS > Save
v v Recover
v v Delete
v v
v SENSOR > Pressure
v Leak
v
RESULTS > Program
v v
v Statistics > Program
v v Total
v v Part OK
v v Maximum part
v v Minimum part
v v Recoverable
v v Warning
v Reset
v Print
v
LANGUAGE > English
v French
v
STAND-BY > Now
v
Power on time > Hour
v Minute
v
Power off time > Hour
Minute
Delay
MENU PRINCIPAL Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Sub menu 3 Sub menu 4
v Name
v Single CAL
Recovery Maximum
>
thresholds recoverable
Minimum
v
recoverable
v
P1 – P2 > P1 – P2 max.
v P1 – P2 min.
v
Correction
> Instruction
P1 – P2
v
Fill mode > Standard
v v
v Instruction > Fill instruction
v v
v Ballistic
v
Auto connector > Coupling A
v Coupling B
v
No negative > Yes/No
v
Auto connector > Stamping
v Dump
v External 3
v External 4
v External 5
v External 6
v Stamping
v Dump
v
Stamping > Maintain
v all
v Part OK
v Maximum part
v Minimum part
v Warning
v Pressure error
v
Differential auto
Mini valve >
zero
v
Cycle end > Automatic reset
Dump + Reset
Fill
2. CONFIGURATION MENU
The extended menus give access to additional functions. If these functions are
activated, they can be found under the FUNCTIONS menu when a program is created.
If no additional function is activated, the FUNCTIONS menu is empty when a new
program is created.
MAIN MENU
In the main menu, place the CYCLE SPE: Disabled
cursor in front of the CONFIGURATION
CONFIGURATION label. SERVICE
CONFIGURATION
Confirm using the ENTER EXTENDED MENUS
key. BARGRAPH : Yes
OUTPUTS CONF.
2.1.3. 1) Name
This function allows the personalisation of a program, for example to identify it by the
name of the test part.
)Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
2.1.3. 2) Cycling
This function enables several tests to be carried out by the instrument one after the
other.
The instrument offers 8 chaining criteria. When this function is activated it is possible to
carry out a special “Step by Step” cycle as part of the initialisation, which chains cycles
without conditions.
Associated parameters to adjust: INTER-CYCLE (wait time between two cycles).
Chaining conditions: ALL (under all conditions), part good, rise error, drop error,
warning, pressure error.
)Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
2.1.3. 4) Units
This function allows the operator to choose the units system required: SI, international
metric unit system, USA, Anglo-Saxon international units system (inches, feet) and
CAL, the operator personalised unit system (this system requires the carrying out of a
learning cycle.
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
2.1.3. 5) Filtering
This function ensures the slowing or the acceleration the sampling speed, by carrying
out an average over the measurement time set, making the reading of the measurement
more user friendly.
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
2.1.3. 9) Offset
This function allows the subtraction of the value set in the parameters from the value
actually measured by the instrument. Example: if the measurement of the flow is of 14
litres a minute and the value of the offset set is of 5, then the instrument will display a
flow value of 9 litres per minute (9 = 14 – 5).
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
a) ATR1
The value of the transient is unknown. A special learning cycle must be carried out.
Associated parameters to be set: Initial (Initial value of the transient), Transit (actual and
non modifiable value of the transient), Tolerance (Drift tolerance on acquisition of the
transient, % of the reject level).
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
b) ATR2
Corresponds to ATR 1 but the potential leakage of the part is taken into account when
the value of the transient is determined during the special cycle.
Associated parameters to be set: Initial (Initial value of the transient), Transit (actual and
non modifiable value of the transient), Tolerance (Drift tolerance on acquisition of the
transient, % of the reject level).
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
For ATR learning cycles, see paragraph 3.7. "ATR learning".
When a parameter is modified but no learning cycle has been carried out, an "ATR"
fault occurs. The "alarm" and "end of cycle" outputs are activated.
Learning may be carried out on a value greater than the reject level and the "Pass" and
"end of cycle" outputs are then activated. However, the "ATR" fault appears if the
difference between the transient and the initial value is greater than the reject level.
a) Standard
With a mechanical regulator
Adjust the value of the fill pressure manually by using the regulator handle during a
"regulator adjust" special cycle.
With an electronic regulator
The fill pressure is adjusted automatically on the value chosen when the test program is
created.
b) Instruction
The operator adjusts an instruction value for the fill pressure and opens the regulator.
When the instruction pressure is reached the fill is stopped.
Associated parameters to be adjusted: I. FILL (Instruction fill).
c) Ballistic
This type of fill allows a fluctuation of the air pressure (filling of highly deformable parts)
and enables an exceeding of the maximum fill threshold without stopping the cycle and
delivering an error message. Never the less, to move into stabilisation, the test pressure
must be between the thresholds at the end of the fill.
2.1.3. 16) Automatic connector
The automatic connector is a pneumatic command allowing the control of an external
logic (pneumatic seal jig). This command is carried out as soon as the cycle is started
and stopped at the end of the cycle (refer to paragraph 2.1.3.21) "Cycle end").
If several programs are cycled the automatic connectors are activated with the set times
in the first program and are deactivated with the time set for the last program in the
cycle.
They remain active during all the cycles between the first and the last program in the
chain.
The various coupling times are respected by the intermediate programs.
Associated parameters to be adjusted: COUPLING A, COUPLING B.
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
Pr001/FUNCT/STAMPING
Set the inking hold value (can MAINTAIN : 00.5 s
be set between 0 and 650 ALL : No
seconds). OK : Yes
Pr001/FONCT/STAMPING
Then select the inking MAINTAIN : 00.5 s
conditions from those offered. ALL : Non
OK : Oui
When the instrument possesses this option, the internal and external valve codes 1 are
no longer available.
2.1.3. 20) Mini valve
This function is dedicated to applications for small volume parts (below 10 cm3), and
has a base time of 0.01 s instead of 0.1 s.
Programming for the ATEQ D570 mini valve is identical to that for the standard ATEQ
D570.
Associated parameters to be set : A-Z Diff (Differential Auto-zero). This time can be
reduced as long as the values obtained are stable and repeatable.
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
T Test time
D Dump time
START Press on the start key on the front panel or on pins 2-3 of the
J10 connector.
RESET Press on the reset key on the front panel or on pins 1-2 of the
J10 connector.
Automatic Active (high level): the pneumatic output is active (air exiting)
connector Inactive (low level): the pneumatic output is inactive (absence of air)
POK or PNOK Good part or bad part relay on the J10 connector.
EoC End of Cycle relay on the J10 connector
Minimum time for the taking into account of an input, 500 ms on the J8
t mini connector of a central module and 50 ms on the J10 connector of an
instrument.
Actual times are not those displayed but those on the print-out.
A F S T D
Test cycle
PRESSURE
t mini
START
Control actions
t
t mini
RESET
t mini
Program N°
t
Auto Active
Time B
connector A
Disabled
t
Active
Auto Time B
connector B Disabled
t
Part good or
part bad t
Cycle end
The active program is the one selected before starting up. It remains active even if the
program inputs on the connector are no longer activated. This selection can only be
modified during the inter cycle period.
To return to program 1, when a cycle is not in progress, press any of the program
selection inputs.
A F D
Test cycle
PRESSURE
t mini
START
Control actions
t
t mini
RESET
t mini
Program n°
t
Auto Active
Time B
connector A
Disabled
t
Active
Auto Time B
connector B Disabled
t
Part good or
bad
t
Cycle end
The active program is the one selected before starting up. It remains active even if the
program inputs on the connector are no longer activated. This selection can only be
modified during the inter cycle period.
To return to program 1, when a cycle is not in progress, press any of the program
selection inputs.
A R S T D
Test cycle
PRESSURE
t mini
START
Control actions
t mini
RESET
Program n° t mini
Auto Active
Time B
connector A
Disabled
t
Active
Auto Time B
connector B Disabled
t
Part
bad
t
End of cycle
The active program is the one selected before starting up. It remains active even if the
program inputs on the connector are no longer activated. This selection can only be
modified during the inter cycle period.
To return to program 1, when a cycle is not in progress, press any of the program
selection inputs.
A R S T # D
Test cycle
PRESSURE
t mini
START
Control actions
t mini
RESET
Program t mini
N°
t
Auto Active
Time B
connector A
Disabled
t
Active
Auto Time B
connector B Disabled
t
Bad
part
t
End of Cycle
This function is only valid if an RC5 remote control or L.E.D. 14 characters display is
fitted.
It allows the graphical representation of the flow value in relation to the reject thresholds
set.
On the lower scale, the minimum and maximum thresholds in relation to the full scale
are displayed.
On the upper scale the flow value is displayed.
The parameters which can be set (30 % 50 % et 70 %) place the maximum threshold to
30 %, 50 % or 70 % of the bar graph. The example below represents a bar graph with a
maximum threshold at 50 %:
Flow value
This function is only valid in the event of the installation of a regulator in the instrument.
It enables the determining of the time between two electronic regulator learning cycles.
When it is validated by "yes", the frequency (time or minutes) or the number of cycles
between two learning cycles is to be determined.
The learning cycle allows the calculation of the three characteristic points of the
regulator (points at 20 %, 50 % and 80 % of the maximum pressure which can be
supplied by the regulator, value depending on the input air supply pressure).
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
2.4. HOUR
This function includes a clock (hour, minutes) and an internal calendar (day, month,
year).
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
2.5. PRINTER
This function is used to configure the instrument so that the data relating to the
programs (parameters) and the test results can be printed. When the option is activated
(YES), the test results are automatically printed each time a cycle is started.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.5.1. RS parameters
These parameters are used to configure the instrument for dialogue with the printer.
Associated parameters to be set: Speed (bit rate transmission), stop bit, data bit
number, parity.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.5.2. Frame
< 0 1 > : ( P B ) : 1 0 7 . 6 m l / s
< 0 1 > : 1 8 . 8 m b a r : ( O K ) : 1 0 2 . 1 m l / s
< 0 1 > : 1 0 / 0 4 / 2 0 0 3 1 6 : 0 2 : 4 0
< 0 1 > : 1 8 . 5 m b a r : ( O K ) : 1 0 1 . 8 m l / s
< 0 1 > : ( A L ) : F . S S c . p i e z o
< 0 1 > : ( A L ) : P R E S S U R E L O W
< 0 1 > : ( A L ) : P R E S S U R E H I G H
With this function you can choose which data is to be printed on the results sheet.
Associated parameters to be set : ALL (all test results), OK (number of good parts),
MAX (high flow parts), MIN (low flow parts), WARN. (number of times the alarm has
been triggered), PRESS DEF. (number of times pressure was incorrect),
RECUPERABLE (number of recoverable parts).
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.5.4. Exportation
This function can be used to create and send a special results frame which can be
processed by a PC using Microsoft Excel.
This frame is of the same type as the print parameters frame except that the different
character strings follow each other and are separated by a punctuation mark which
enables the various boxes to be entered automatically in Microsoft Excel.
This frame is operated by connecting a computer to the instrument's RS 232 link.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
By validating this function, the test parameters of the programs activated on the
instrument are instantly printed.
V e r s i o n 0 1 . 1 0 h
1 0 / 0 4 / 2 0 0 3 1 5 : 3 2 : 3 7
P r 0 1
T Y P E : D I R E C T F L O W
C O U P L I N G A : 0 0 . 0 s
F I L L . : 0 2 . 0 s
S T A B . : 0 2 . 0 s
T E S T : 0 2 . 5 s
M a x . F I L L : 3 0 . 0
M i n . F I L L : 1 0 . 0
R E J E T M a x . : 1 2 0 . 0
R E J E T M i n . : 8 0 . 0
2.6. SECURITY
This function deactivates the START key on the instrument front panel. Programs can
only be started from the instrument inputs (J10 connector).
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
This menu is used to configure programmable input 7 on connector J10 on the 16-
program input/output board.
See Chapter 1, paragraph 2.2.1.3) "Connector J10 (Inputs/Outputs) programmable
input".
Note: the manual auto zero maintains the instrument in auto zero mode as long as the
input is not activated.
Screen illumination can be programmed and modified. The lighting can be adjusted
according to the ambient conditions or the user's choice.
There are three lighting modes:
9 continuous mode, display screen permanently lit whatever the conditions
9 manual mode, the screen remains lit for 20 minutes and if the keyboard has not
been used by the end of this period the screen shuts down and only relights when
the keyboard is touched again.
9 automatic mode, which is identical to manual mode, with illumination of the
screen also if an action is carried out from the external inputs (rear connectors)
Using these three modes, the lighting intensity of the screen can be programmed from
00 (screen off) to 07 (maximum lighting intensity).
IN/CONFI/LIGHT/MODE
Select the lighting mode and CONT
confirm using ENTER. MANUAL
AUTO
MAIN/CONFI/LIGHT
To return to the previous
MODE :CONT
menu, press the C button C INTENSITY: 07
once.
When an 8 functions console is fitted to the instrument, the remote control menu allows
the programming of special menu shortcuts and the use of a “Start” function on the four
function buttons (F1, F2, F3 or F4) available on this remote control.
This function is only available when a console is connected to the instrument which will
automatically detect its presence.
The "Start" function enables the configuration of a function key in such a way as to
simulate a console with a two handed control (cycle start with a function key and a cycle
start key pressed simultaneously).
CONFI/REMOTE
Select the key to be
F1 : Disabled
programmed, F1 to F4, then F2 : Diasbled
confirm. F3 : Disabled
I/REMOTE/F1Disabled
In the special menus choose
Disabled
the function to be associated Regulator adjust
to the key. Infinite fill
Notes: when a function is programmed on a key "F", it is deleted from the menu to not
be installed on another "F" key.
The special cycle appears and is programmable if it has been activated in at least one
of the test programs.
The programmed special cycle appears on the same key for all the programs, it will be
inactive if it is disabled in the current program.
The following list shows all the special cycles which are possible: those available will
vary depending on what is checked in the extended menus and according to the
optional extras requested at the time of manufacture of the instrument.
To run a special cycle, select it in the "special cycles" menu, then press the
button. To stop it, press the button. In some cycles the stop is automatic.
3.2. REGULATOR
MAIN MENU
Position the cursor in front of RUN PROG. : 001
SPE CYCLE and confirm PARAMETERS
using the ENTER key. SPE CYCLE: Disabled
SPE CYCLE
Next, position the cursor in Disabled
front of Regulator adjust and Regulator adjust.
confirm using the ENTER key. ATM conditions
MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the RUN PROG. : 001
special cycle has been PARAMETERS
selected. SPE CYCLE :Regul
CYCLE/Pr :001
Press the START key to start PRESS = 355.5 mbar
the special cycle.
REGULATOR ADJUST
CYCLE/Pr :001
Adjust the value of the _
PRESS = 500.0 mbar
pressure with the regulator. +
REGULATOR ADJUST
CYCLE/Pr :001
Once the pressure is adjusted, PRESS = 0.000 bar
press the RESET key to stop
the special cycle. READY
This function enables the programming of the monitoring thresholds for the maximum
and minimum pressure in relation to the adjustment of the chosen regulator.
The values of the automatically calculated thresholds are of plus or minus 20 % of the
value measured.
The calculation and the automatic editing of the thresholds is done on the active
program.
MAIN MENU
Confirm the REGULATOR RUN PROG. : 001
ADJUST special cycle. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE : Regul.
CYCLE/Pr:001
Press on the START key to PRESS = 17 mbar
launch a special cycle.
REGULATOR ADJUST
CYCLE/Pr:001
Eventually adjust the test PRESS = 20 mbar
pressure with the regulator _ + COMPUTE LIMITS
handle. REGULATOR ADJUST
CYCLE/Pr:001
When the operation is PRESS = 20 mbar
finished, press on the RESET
key to stop the special cycle. READY
Note: in the event of vacuum tests, the negative pressure thresholds keep their
mathematical "order".
PRESSURE MEASUREMENT
MINIMUM MAXIMUM
0 REJECT REJECT PRE-FILL
LEVEL LEVEL THRESHOLD
VACUUM MEASUREMENT
MINMUM MAXIMUM
REJECT REJECT 0
PRE-FILL
THRESHOLD LEVEL LEVEL
This function is validated when an optional shut off valve is installed in the instrument.
This valve allows the stopping of the flow of air (or of gas) out of the cycle.
The infinite fill allows the opening of this shut off valve, in other words to create a
constant flow at the test pressure, allowing the part to be checked and to adjust and fine
tune the assembly, etc.
SPE CYCLE
Next, place the cursor in front Disabled
of Infinite fill and validate with Regulator adjust
the ENTER key. Infinite fill
MENU PRINCIPAL
The display confirms that the RUN PROG. : 001
special cycle is selected. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Inf Fill
CYCLE/Pr:001
Press on the START key to PRESS = 20 mbar
start the special cycle.
FILL
CYCLE/Pr:001
Adjust the value of the test PRESS = 20 mbar
pressure with the regulator _ +
handle. FILL
CYCLE/Pr:001
To stop the cycle, press on PRESS = 20 mbar
the RESET key.
READY
Enables the carrying out of a forced auto zero (reset) of the piezo sensor.
SPE CYCLE
Next, place the cursor in front Pre-regul. adjust.
of Auto-zero Piezo and Infinite fill
confirm with the ENTER key. Auto-zero Piezo
MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the RUN PROG. : 001
special cycle is selected. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE: AZ-Piezo
RUN/Pr :001
Press on the START key to PRESS = 355.5 mbar
start an auto zero cycle.
AUTO_ZERO
RUN/Pr :001
Once the auto zero is carried PRESS = 355.5 mbar
out, the cycle will stop.
READY
Note: the auto zero is an automatic event which is carried out for each cycle, it enables
the initialisation of the pressure sensors to the atmospheric pressure.
If the flow units do not suit the application, it is possible to switch to calibrated mode
(manual). For that it is necessary to carry out a learning cycle to make the calibration
value correspond to the value of a master leak connected to the instrument.
It is necessary to carry out the learning cycle, either by the special cycles menu or
through input 7 of the J10 connector if programmed for this function, or through a
programmed function key on the RC5 console if it is installed.
The first CAL learning cycle must absolutely be carried out through the special cycles
menu, so that a CAL instruction other than 0 can be selected.
On the outputs we obtain:
¾ "part good" and "cycle end" if the instruction is inferior or equal to the reject
threshold,
¾ "part bad" and "cycle end" if the instruction is superior to the reject threshold.
SPE CYCLE
In the SPE CYCLE menu Regulator adjust
select "CAL learn" and confirm Infinite fill
with the ENTER key. CAL. Learning
MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the PARAMETER
special cycle is selected. SPE CYCLE: CAL. Lrn
CONFIGURATION
CYCLE/Pr:001
Once this is done, the PRESS = 20.0 mbar
calibration cycle stops of its FLOW = 160 XXXXX
own accord. READY (OK)
Note: the CDF (Leak/Flow calibrator) can be used to calibrate the instrument and
transmit the value via the infra-red link.
This special cycle allows the checking of the adjustment (calibration) in calibrated mode.
Refer to the previous paragraph. The CAL check cycle controls if the calibration has not
drifted beyond the limits imposed as a percentage. In the event of an exceeding of the
limits a warning will be set off and a calibration cycle or a checking of the instrument will
be necessary.
Otherwise the "good part” and "cycle end" or "bad part" and "cycle end" indicators will
be activated depending on the measurement made in relation to the reject thresholds.
The CAL check request can be carried out on input 7 of the J10 connector programmed
for this function, or through a programmed function key on the optional RC5 console id it
is installed.
CYCLE SPE
Next, place the cursor in front Infinite fill
of CAL check and validate CAL.learning
with the ENTER key. CAL.check
CYCLE/Pr:001
At the end of the cycle, the PRESS = 20.0 mbar
display gives the result of the FLOW = 160 XXXXX
test in the calibration unit. READY (OK)
The "Single CAL" function or single calibration allows to validate or not the current
calibration for all the programs who measuring in personal calibration mode.
This is allowing carrying out only one calibration learning cycle that will be valid for all
the measurement programs under the personal measurement "CAL" units.
The validation of the single calibration parameter is doing like the following kind:
In the
PARAM/Pr001/FUNCT/R.
"PARAMETERS/PrXXX/ Drift CAL.: 020 %
FUNCT" menu, place the NAME :
cursor in front of "SINGLE SINGLE CAL : No
CAL".
PARAM/Pr001/FUNCT/R.
Validate by "Yes" the function Drift CAL.: 020 %
"SINGLE CAL". So the NAME :
calibration is valid. SINGLE CAL : Yes
Note: the programs that stay with classical measurement units (no personal calibration)
are not concerned by the single calibration.
If the transient values are not known, a transient learning cycle must be carried out so
that the instrument can calculate and enter the values. These learning cycles are
located as shortcuts in the special cycles menu, on input 7 of connector J10
programmed for this function or on a programmed function key on the optional RC5
keypad, if this is installed.
When transient values are not known, a learning cycle must be carried out for the
transient so as to enable the instrument to calculate and enter the values. These
learning cycles are found in brief in the special cycles menu.
CYCLE/Pr :001
If no transient learning has PRESS = 1.50 bar
been carried out, the message LEAK = ATR ERROR
ATR DEFAULT will appear. READY (NOK)
MAIN MENU
To carry out the learning, RUN PROG. : 001
select the SPE CYCLE menu. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Regul.
SPE CYCLE
Then select the ATR CAL learning
Learning menu. CAL check
ATR learning
MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the RUN PROG. : 001
special cycle has been PARAMETERS
selected. SPE CYCLE : ATR
4. SERVICE MENU
This menu allows the saving, recovery or deletion of the test cycle parameters.
9 Save menu: allows the saving of the test parameters and the configuration of
the moment.
9 Restore menu: allows the recovery of a previously saved configuration.
9 Reset menu: allows the deletion of all the parameters.
MAIN MENU
In the main menu, place the CYCLE SPE: Disabled
cursor in front of the SERVICE CONFIGURATION
title and validate with ENTER. SERVICE
To activate an operation,
MENU/SERVI/PARAMETR
confirm with the ENTER key. SAVE : Yes
Next, choose YES with the RESTORE : No
navigation keys, then confirm RESET : No
again with the ENTER key.
Note: if the parameters have been modified and there is a difference between the
current and the saved parameters, when the instrument is switched on, or the key is
turned to the locked position, the following message appears on the screen:
SAVE PARAMETERS
This message does not block the instrument and disappears after a few seconds. It
informs that a save operation may be necessary. In this case, three solutions are
available:
1) Recover the saved parameters (the current parameters will be lost).
2) Save the current parameters in the memory (the parameters already saved will be
lost).
3) Do nothing and work with the current parameters.
This menu allows the monitoring of the information that is communicated by the
pressure sensors, "PRESSURE" for the absolute pressure piezo sensor and "LEAK" for
the differential pressure sensor.
MENU /SERVICE
Next, place the cursor in front PARAMETERS
of SENSORS and confirm with SENSOR
the ENTER key.
MENU /SERVI/SENSOR
The screen displays the
PRESSURE : 0000
values measured by the LEAK : 0000
pressure sensors.
5. RESULTS MENU
6. LANGUAGE MENU
This function allows the choosing of the instrument language. Several languages are
available. Two are installed at the fabrication of the instrument. The English is the
language by default the other is chosen by the customer.
7. STAND-BY MENU
This function allows the switching off of the instrument without unplugging it from the
mains power supply. The switching to stand-by can be immediate or programmed with
hours of operation and hours of rest.
The immediate switching to stand-by can be carried out in two different ways:
1) Either through the Stand-by menu,
ATEQ D5
To reactivate the instrument Version XX.XXi
just press on any of the front 0-> 2 bar
panel keys. Flow FS 5 L/h
Standby using the menu enables start and stop times for the instrument to be
programmed.
MAIN MENU
In the main menu, position the RESULTS
cursor beside STANDBY and LANGUAGE : English
confirm by pressing ENTER. STAND-BY
STAND-BY
To program automatic standby Now :No
at a given time, position the Pow-on time :No
cursor beside STOP TIME. Pow-off time :No
STAND-BY
Confirm the STOP TIME Now :No
parameter using YES Pow-on time :No
Pow-off time :Yes
STAND-BY
To program the start-up time Now :No
for the instrument, position the Pow-on time :Yes
cursor beside START TIME Pow-off time :Yes
STAND-BY
Confirm the START TIME Now :No
parameter using YES Pow-on time :Yes
Pow-off time :Yes
STAND/Pow-on time
Then set parameters for the
HOUR : 00
instrument start time (in hours MINUTE : 00
and minutes).
Chapter 5
ACCESSORIES
2. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
The flow master leaks are used to check the calibration of flow measurement
instruments. They are delivered in a case, attached to a connector which depends on
the value of the flow are delivered with a calibration certificate.
CALIBRATEUR DE FUITE
SEQUENCE
MEMOIRE DE ETALONNAGE FONCTIONS
VERIFICATION
ATEQ automatic connectors are used so that accurate and reliable assemblies can be
built to check air tightness. They simplify the work of the operator as they are self-
locking thanks to the use of a pneumatic valve supplied from the mains compressed air
supply. Several connectors may be controlled by the same remote, powered by an
ATEQ or another logic.
They adapt easily to a large number of fittings and apertures of varied dimensions. Their
use ensures that non-machined walls can be guaranteed airtight.
There are four basic versions of ATEQ automatic connectors:
9 SA for external connections,
9 SI for internal connections,
9 SAG and SIG for threaded and tapped connections.
They are either in anodised aluminium or stainless steel as standard. Different types of
joints are available depending on the elasticity required.
2.3.1. Operation
SAG and SIG have been designed for threaded and tapped caps. For the time being,
they are available in gas norm. Sizes, which are: 1/2", 3/4", 1", 11/4", 11/2", 2", BSP.
The SA and SI are designed for smooth nozzles, with dimensions from 3 to 80 mm for
the external diameters (SA), and from 10 to 75 mm for the internal diameters (SI).
For an increased reliability of the instruments, it is necessary to use clean and dry air.
The filtration kit is connected to the air input on the rear panel of the instrument.
It is composed of a dust removal cartridge (5µm) and another cartridge (0,01 µm) to
reduce the residual oil pollution to 0,01 ppm.
The remote control allows control and selection of various settings remotely for
instruments in the ATEQ range. The remote is to be connected on the Input/Output
connector.
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2.6.1. Presentation
This option allows the placing of the control station in a different place than the control
instrument; it allows the remote control and reading of results. This is useful when the
measurement instruments have to be positioned in inaccessible locations, such as
inside a machine to reduce the lengths of piping between the instrument and the test
part
This front panel acts exactly as if the operator was in front of the instrument itself. For
the interface, refer to the global operation of the instrument.
This remote control is optional. It is connected to the LUMBERG type connector
reserved for remote controls. It is of "plug and play" type, the instrument automatically
detects it, and the “REMOTE CONTROL" menus appear if the RC5 remote control is
connected.
When the remote control is installed, its keyboard obtains priority over the control
instrument’s keyboard which becomes inactive.
2.6.2. Installation
1 2
2 1
Allows the connection of the option to the remote control
input of the ATEQ instruments. (Male Lumberg type
connector).
3 4
PIN 1 Network
PIN 2 Power supply + 24 V
PIN 3 Network
PIN 4 Ground 0V
2.6.3. Start-up
Before connecting the instruments, turn them off, when the network is installed it
automatically detects the presence of the RC5 remote front panel when the instrument
is switched on.
If the remote front panel is equipped with a multifunction intelligent remote control (8
keys) refer to the paragraph concerning this accessory.
F1 F2
F3 F4
The remote control allows the remote operation and selection of various functions of the
instrument in the ATEQ range.
This interface can only be installed with an RC5 type remote front panel with the
intelligent remote option.
This remote control is fitted with four function keys (F1, F2, F3 and F4) which can be
programmed by the operator to fit his requirements (four buttons on the left). When a
special cycle is used on a function key, it no longer appears in the menus for the other
function keys.
The programmable functions are all the special cycles and the cycle start (the cycle
start function allows the simulation of a two handed remote control).
Note: the synchronisation between the two buttons is of 300 ms, the two handed remote
control is not a high security function, the ATEQ company would in no event be
responsible if an accident should occur on an operator following its improper use.
The programmable special cycles on the function keys F1 to F4 are the following:
Disabled. CAL learning.
Regulator adjustment. CAL check.
Infinite fill. ATR learning.
Piezo Auto-zero. Start.
Calibration check.
2.7.4. Indicators
The L.E.D. tricolour indicators situated near the F1 to F4 keys allow the display of the
state of the cycle requested:
¾ green, cycle ok,
¾ red, cycle bad,
¾ orange cycle in progress.
The four other push to make buttons (situated on the right hand side) are the push
buttons possessing the following functions:
¾ selection of the rise program (white),
¾ selection of the drop program (black),
¾ cycle start button (green),
¾ cycle stop/reset button (red).
Reminder: these buttons functions are fixed and cannot be modified.
24 V 10 mA
Pins L.E.D. Inputs Functions
Outputs
1 Green anode Input 1
F1
2 Cathode (0 V) F1 24 V
3 Red anode Input 2
F2
4 0V 24 V
5 Green anode Input 3
F3
6 Cathode (0 V) F2 24 V
7 Red anode Input 4
F4
8 0V 24 V
9 Green anode Input 5
RISE
10 Cathode (0 V) F3 24 V
11 Red anode Input 6
DROP
12 0V 24 V
13 Green anode Input 7
RESET
14 Cathode (0 V) F4 24 V
15 Red anode Input 8
START
16 0V 24 V
This valve is proposed in option with the instrument, it allows to stop the gas or air flow
out of cycle.
Chapter 6
ERROR MESSAGES
The ATEQ D570 can display error messages if there are operational problems.
LIT
PROBLEM MESSAGE DISPLAYED
INDICATORS
CYCLE/Pr:001
Test error. Leak in excess of the PRESS = 20 mbar
full scale. FLOW = >> F.S.TEST
Action: check the test circuit. < > READY (NO OK)
LIT
PROBLEM MESSAGE DISPLAYED
INDICATORS
CYCLE/Pr:001
CAL fault : no CAL learning PRESS = 20.5 mbar
Action: carry out CAL learning DEBIT = CAL. ERROR
< > READY (NO OK)
Chapter 7
OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS
1. PHENOMENON NOTED
If a test machine begins to detect too many bad parts (statistically, more than three
consecutively), it is advisable to carry out a check on the whole unit. The quality of the
manufacture and operation of the leak detector should be the last things considered.
This is the no.1 defect as the seals are subject to high levels of dirt contamination
(alumina, shavings). Regular cleaning of the seals is an effective remedy.
There is a possibility that the seals may be cut by shavings or worn by repetitive
squashing. This can be prevented by regular servicing and replacement of the seals.
This is a defect which may occur after a certain amount of time as the bumper pads
may be worn, or if the pressure settings in the air cylinder are inadvertently disturbed.
Check the stability of the measurement and that the bumper pads are correctly installed.
The link and reference pipes will age and break with time. The pipes and seals must
conform to the required quality. ATEQ recommends the use of RILSAN PA11 pipes and
AVS type joints.
1.5. ENVIRONMENT
1.6. CALIBRATION
ATEQ does not accept any liability in regard to calibrations and settings to its
instruments which are not carried out by its own personnel.
If all the other checks do not resolve the problem, the instrument’s circuit may be
checked.
Proceed as follows:
9 Segregate the instrument from its environment (pneumatic assembly),
9 Place a calibrated master leak on the output,
9 Choose an unused program,
9 Set the parameters as follows :
⇒ the regulator to the master leak test pressure,
⇒ the pressure monitoring thresholds to +/- 20 % of the test pressure,
⇒ coupling times A and B 0 seconds,
⇒ fill time 1 second,
⇒ stabilisation time 1 second,
⇒ test time infinite,
⇒ reject level maximum,
⇒ unit flow rating of the master leak,
⇒ function all functions cancelled.
Run two consecutive cycles.
The post test time result should be close to or equal to the value of the calibrated
master leak.
Appendices
ATEQ D570
D570
Format: 19 inches
Temperatures:
160
395
3. CONVERSION TABLE
TO
Torr 133.32 0.13332 1.3332 10-3 1.3332 13.595 1.3158 10 -3 1 1.9337 10 -2 0.535 3.937 10 -2
psi 6897.8 6.8948 6.8948 10 -2 68.948 703.07 6.8045 10 -2 51.71 1 27.68 2.036
inH2O 249,09 0.2491 2.4909 10 -3 2.4909 25.400 2.4583 10 -3 1.8683 3.61 10 -2 1 7.35 10 -2
inHg 3386.4 3.3864 3.3864 10 -2 33.864 345.32 3.3421 10 -2 25.4 0.491 13.595 1
4. PARAMETERS SAVED
Coupling
T Fill
I
Stabilisation
M
E Test
Dump
R Max. flow
E
Min. flow
J
E Max. recovery reject
C
Min. recovery reject
T
P Max. pressure
R
Min. pressure
E
S Test pressure
S
6. PERSONAL NOTES
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Index
A Filtering...............................................53
Activation of an additional function .....51 Filtration kit .........................................88
Additional functions ............................51 Flow test .............................................33
Adjust the main regulator pressure.....71 Forced auto zero.................................75
Adjust the test parameters..................34 Frames format ....................................64
Arrows keys ........................................26 Front panel .........................................25
ATR cycle ...........................................54 Function keys......................................92
ATR error...................................... 79, 95 Functions ............................................37
ATR learning.......................................79 Functions menu ..................................49
Automatic connectors ................... 56, 88 G
Automatic mode..................................52 Good part indicator .............................29
Automatic Piezo reset.........................75 I
Automatic thresholds ..........................72 I/O configuration .................................67
B Indirect measurement ...........................8
Bad reference part indicator ...............29 Infinite fill.............................................74
Bad test part indicator.........................29 Intelligent remote control ....................92
Bar graph............................................63 K
Block the start key ..............................67 Key lock ..............................................27
C Keys....................................................26
CAL check ..........................................77 L
Cal drift error.......................................96 Language............................................82
CAL learning error ..............................96 Leak/Flow calibrator............................87
Calibrated mode test ..........................76 Lighting the screen .............................68
Calibration ..........................................10 M
Calibration master leaks .....................86 Manual calibration...............................10
Chain several test cycles ....................52 Max fill ................................................36
Characteristics......................................6 Measurement cycle.............................11
Conversion table...............................101 Measurement principle .........................7
Coupling times A and B ......................35 Min fill .................................................36
Cutting valve.......................................94 Mini valve............................................57
Cycle end............................................58 N
Cycle keys ..........................................27 Needle valves .....................................87
D No negative ........................................56
Delete a program................................40 O
Delete a program name ......................40 Offset ..................................................53
Dimensions.......................................100 Operator mode....................................33
Direct measurement .............................7 P
Display................................................28 P1 - P2................................................55
Display the detail of the results...........82 P1 - P2 correction ...............................55
Duplicate a program ...........................38 Parameter servicing............................80
E Parameters saved.............................102
Electrical connectors ..........................16 Peak hold............................................54
Electrical connectors F570 .................16 Personal notes..................................104
Electronic regulator.............................42 Personalise a program........................52
Electronic regulator error ....................96 Pneumatic connectors ........................22
Exporting the results under MS Excel.66 Pressure correction.............................53
Extended menus.................................51 Pressure inferior to min threshold. ......95
F Pressure over max threshold. .............95
Factory calibration ..............................10 Pressure reset ....................................53
Fill time ...............................................35 Pressure too high................................95
Fill type ...............................................55 Pressure variation.................................9