PPA-TFN06GB

Safety Instructions (continued) Names and Functions of Individual Parts Operation and Functions (continued)

Caution Body •Power ON

Installation & Maintenance Manual Tube connection port Press the POWER button.
•Be certain to perform the zero clear function with pressure released to
Compact Manometer the atmosphere. Accessory One-touch fitting Fitting port diameter •The power comes ON when it is pressed.
When perfoming the zero clear function, this should be done with piping M5 x 0.8 •When pressed and held for 6 seconds or more,
Series PPA100/101/102 ports in an atmospheric release condition. If adjustment is performed at a Thread depth 5 MPa
the unit goes into zero clear.
pressure other than atmospheric pressure, the correct value will not be POWER LIGHT
displayed.
•Tighten One-touch fittings in accordance with the following.
Safety Instructions One-touch fittings should first be tightened by hand, and then further
tightened approximately 1/6 of a turn using a tightening tool. If screwed in Body
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These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations •Power OFF
and/or equipment damage.
too far, this may cause air leakage due to breaking of threads or distortion Span calibration
of the gasket, etc. If not screwed in far enough, this may cause a loose –
These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of +
Press and hold the POWER button for 3
fitting or air leakage, etc.
"Caution", "Warning" or "Danger". They are all important notes for safety – + seconds or more.
and must be followed in addition to International standards (ISO/IEC), Type AA dry cell batteries •When pressed and held for 3 seconds or more,
Japan Industrial Standards (JIS) and other safety regulations. (2 pcs.) MPa
the power turns OFF.
To ensure safety of personnel and equipment the safety instructions in •When there is no button operation for more than 5
this manual and the product catalogue must be observed, along with Operating Environment (Front) (Back)
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minutes, the power turns OFF. (auto power OFF
other relevant safety practices. function)
Warning Description of Operating Parts
CAUTION indicates a hazard with a low level of risk
Caution which, if not avoided, could result in minor or •Never use in an atmosphere where explosive gases are used. “P” for peak display
moderate injury. The compact manometer does not have explosion proof construction. If “b” for bottom display LCD
used in an atmosphere of explosive gases, there is a possibility of causing •Pressure display
WARNING indicates a hazard with a medium level
of lisk which, if not avoided, could result in death or
an explosion. •Peak/bottom value display
Warning
serious injury. •Units display
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DANGER indicates a hazard with a high level of lisk Caution “L” for in lock mode POWER LIGHT

Danger which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious

injury. •Do not use where splashing of water or oil may occur. POWER button LIGHT button
The compact manometer is not dusttight or dripproof, and should not be •Power ON/OFF •Turns on back light
This product is class A equipment that is intended for use in an industrial used where there is splashing water or oil, etc., as this may result in a •Peak mode switching
environment. malfunction.
There may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic
compatibility in other environments due to conducted as well as radiated
disturbances.

Handing Maintenance Operation and Functions •Unit DIsplay Switching

1.Press and hold the POWER and LIGHT
Warning Warning •Initial Setting
MPa buttons for 3 seconds or more.
Be certain to perform initial setting when using for the first time and after
When pressed continuously for 3 seconds
•The compact manometer can be used for measurement of air and •Perform maintenance and inspection on a regular basis. changing batteries, as the unit will indicate memory data error.
or more, the units on the LCD will flash.
non-corrosive gases. If there is an unintended malfunction, or calibration has not been MPa

Please note that the accuracy of measurement for other fluids cannot be performed, there is a possibility of an incorrect value being displayed, 1.Confirmation of display.
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guaranteed. Furthermore, the construction is not explosion proof, making it impossible to ensure safety. When power is applied, if there is nothing on the
therefore do not use for measurement of flammable gases. •Do not disassemble or modify the unit. LCD display, proceed to step 2.
•Be certain to operate within the rated pressure range. If "Err" is displayed on the LCD, switch the power off
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Operation outside the pressure range will cause failure. and on again. Then the display should be clear.
•Do not swing the product by the hand strap. Caution
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Proceed to step 2.
2.Press the LIGHT button.
If the strap breaks or comes loose, there is a danger of injury or The units will change.
damage, etc. •Use manganese type AA dry cell batteries (R6) or alkaline type AA dry MPa
(See the table below.)
•When installing or removing One-touch fittings on tubing, first cell batteries (LR6).
confirm that the fluid to be measured is at atmospheric pressure. Do not use batteries other than the above, as this may cause failure. MPa

If tubing is disconnected while the fluid to be measured is in a
pressurized state, this may cause injury or damage. Also when
connecting tubing, confirm that it is securely attached.
•Instruction manual.
•Insert the plus(+) and minus(–) terminals of the batteries in the proper 2.Press and hold the POWER button for 6 seconds
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direction as indicated inside the unit. or more.
If the batteries are inserted incorrectly, this may cause them to leak or Press and hold for 6 seconds or more. The unit will
explode and result in damage to the unit. go into zero clear. When this happens "CAL" will
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Read it carefully and understand the contents before using a product. •Do not use old and new batteries or mix different types of batteries appear on the LCD.
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Also, keep the manual in a location where it can be referred to at any together. 3.Press the POWER button.
time. This may cause batteries to leak and result in damage to the unit. The units are set, and the unit display
•Remove the batteries when the unit will not be used for a long period. switching is completed.
bar
•Do not use batteries if their voltage has dropped.
Caution Continuing to use them may lead to the display of incorrect values. bar

•Do not touch the span calibration trimmer except when performing 3.Release the POWER button.
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•Keep condensate and foreign matter from getting into the fluid to span calibration. When zero clear is finished, the unit can be
be measured. Touching the trimmer may cause generation of an error in the measured operated.
If condensate or foreign matter is mixed in the fluid to be measured, this pressure. Also do not turn it too hard (0.3 Nm or less) or press it too hard ∗: This operation cannot be done for the type which does not have the unit
may cause failure or air leakage. (5 N or less).
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switching function.
If there is a possibility of these being contained in the fluid, use the •Use a soft cloth to clean the body.
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meter via a filter or mist separator. In case of heavy soiling, wipe with a cloth soaked in a neutral detergent
•Do not drop or strike the unit, etc. diluted with water after wringing it out thoroughly, and finish up by wiping High pressure Vacuum Low pressure
Do not drop, strike or apply a large impact shock (980 m/s2), as this may with a dry cloth. (PPA100) (PPA101) (PPA102)
result in a failure. kPa bar psi
MPa bar psi kgf kPa bar psi kgf
inHg mmHg kgf
∗: The "inHg" unit cannot be displayed.
PPA-TFN06GB

Operation and Functions (continued) Error Indication Function

•Peak/Bottom Display •Zero Clear When errors occur, they should be corrected as shown below.
Do this when pressure is being displayed. Display Contents Corrective action
Press the POWER button for 6 seconds or more.
Press the POWER button. The zero point displayed at atmospheric pressure can Pressure being applied is Operate within the rated
•Peak display be automatically adjusted. This means it is possible to outside the operating range. pressure range.
Displays the maximum pressure value and "P" eliminate a display discrepancy at atmospheric Memory data has probably
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pressure. Perform zero clear.

appears on the LCD. The display will change if been corrupted in some way.
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pressure increases beyond the pressure value

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•Turn the power OFF.
Entire display
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that is being held. •Release the supply pressure to the atmosphere. Battery voltage is low. Replace the batteries.
flashes
•When continuously pressed for 6 seconds or more,
zero clear is performed and "CAL" is displayed on the
LCD.

Press the POWER button.

Specifications
•Bottom display
Refer to the product catalogue for more detailed information.
Displays the minimum pressure value and "b"
appears on the LCD. The display will change if
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pressure falls below the pressure value that is

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being held.
(These modes are useful for confirming pressure Outline with Dimensions (in mm)
fluctuations.)
Refer to the product catalogue for more detailed information.

Press the POWER button.

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∗: Since this is combined with power OFF operation, the button should be released
at the point when "P" or "b" is displayed.

•Auto Power OFF Function Maintenance

When the power is turned ON and there is no
•Span calibration method
button operation for more than 5 minutes, the
power will turn OFF. Caution
∗: For cancelling this function, refer to the operation of the
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lock mode (below).
•Do not touch the span calibration trimmer except when performing
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span calibration.
1.Perform zero clear at atmospheric pressure.
2.Apply the maximum rated pressure, and calibrate the span while
•Lock Mode (Auto power OFF cancel) comparing with a standard pressure gauge.
3.If the display value of the compact manometer is "0" after returning to
Press and hold the POWER and LIGHT buttons atmospheric pressure, then calibration is complete.
for 6 seconds or more. If the display value is not "0", calibrate again by repeating steps 1 and 2.
The auto power OFF function is cancelled by
activating the lock mode (auto power OFF cancel).
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When continuously pressed for 6 seconds or more, Standard Compact

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"L" is displayed on the LCD. pressure gauge manometer
When the power is turned OFF, the lock mode is
released.
Trimmer Contacts
•Turning on the Backlight Compressor
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Press the LIGHT button. BELGIUM (32) 3 355 1464 NORWAY (47) 67 12 90 20
The display lights up while the button is being CZECH REP. (420) 541 424 611 POLAND (48) 22 211 9600
pressed. In the lock mode, it lights up when •Battery replacement DENMARK (45) 7025 2900 PORTUGAL (351) 21 471 1880
pressed and turns off when pressed again. When battery voltage becomes low the entire LCD will flash. FINLAND (358) 207 513513 SLOVAKIA (421) 2 444 56725
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However, the maximum lighting time is When the LCD flashes replace the batteries. Use 2 pcs. of type AA dry cell FRANCE (33) 1 6476 1000 SLOVENIA (386) 73 885 412
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approximately one minute. batteries. GERMANY (49) 6103 4020 SPAIN (34) 945 184 100
GREECE (30) 210 271 7265 SWEDEN (46) 8 603 1200
Caution HUNGARY (36) 23 511 390 SWITZERLAND (41) 52 396 3131
IRELAND (353) 1 403 9000 UNITED KINGDOM (44) 1908 563888
•To replace the batteries, turn the power OFF and replace them within
ITALY (39) 02 92711
approximately 30 seconds.
When not completed within 30 seconds, "Err" will be displayed. In
that case, perform zero clear once again.
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one minute or longer, and then perform zero clear again. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice from the manufacturer.
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