FCO752

FLOW METER
USERS GUIDE

Please read carefully before using.

Manufactured by:

FURNESS CONTROLS LIMITED

Beeching Road, Bexhill, East Sussex, TN39 3LG, England

Telephone +44 (0)1424 819980
Email: sales@furness-controls.com
Web Site: www.furness-controls.com
 TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................... 2

REVISION RECORD .............................................................................................................................. 4

SAFETY NOTES AND RECOMMENDATIONS ..................................................................................... 5

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 6
GENERAL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................. 6
HOUSING ............................................................................................................................................ 7
FRONT PANEL ................................................................................................................................... 7
REAR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................ 9
REAR PNEUMATIC CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................... 10
INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................... 12
UNPACKING ..................................................................................................................................... 12
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS ........................................................................................................ 12
LOCATION ........................................................................................................................................ 15
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY ..................................................................................................................... 15
WIRING CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................................................................ 15
PNEUMATICS ................................................................................................................................... 16
BASIC OPERATION ............................................................................................................................. 17
MENU NAVIGATION ......................................................................................................................... 18
MENU NAVIGATION DIAGRAM ....................................................................................................... 20
MAIN OPERATOR DISPLAYS .......................................................................................................... 22
COMMISSIONING ................................................................................................................................ 24

BATCH SETTINGS MENU ................................................................................................................... 26

PRODUCT DATA MENU ...................................................................................................................... 27

TEST DATA MENU .............................................................................................................................. 28

FLOW TEST PARAMETERS ............................................................................................................ 29
PRESSURE TEST PARAMETERS ................................................................................................... 34
INPUT/OUTPUT TEST PARAMETERS ............................................................................................ 38
GLOBAL SETTINGS MENU ................................................................................................................ 39

I/O CONFIGURATION MENU .............................................................................................................. 45

INPUTS.............................................................................................................................................. 45
OUTPUTS.......................................................................................................................................... 49
FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 51
FBUS SETTINGS MENU ...................................................................................................................... 53

PRINTER SETTINGS MENU ................................................................................................................ 55

BARCODE & SERIAL NO. ................................................................................................................... 59

WARNING SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................. 63

SECURITY MENU ................................................................................................................................ 64

TIME & DATE ....................................................................................................................................... 65

DATA LOGGER .................................................................................................................................... 66

UTILITIES MENU .................................................................................................................................. 68

INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS ......................................................................................................... 72

CONTROL/STATUS OUTPUTS ....................................................................................................... 72
CONTROL INPUTS ........................................................................................................................... 73

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 ANALOGUE OUTPUT (OPTIONAL) ................................................................................................. 74
RS232 OUTPUT ................................................................................................................................ 75
RS485 OUTPUT (OPTIONAL) .......................................................................................................... 76
INTERFACING TO A JIG ..................................................................................................................... 77
BYPASS AND VENT VALVE CONFIGURATION ............................................................................. 77
ELECTRICAL INPUT CONNECTION METHODS ............................................................................ 78
CONTROL INPUT CIRCUITS ........................................................................................................... 79
CONNECTING TO A PLC ................................................................................................................. 79
DIGITAL I/O EXAMPLES ..................................................................................................................... 81
INPUTS.............................................................................................................................................. 81
OUTPUTS.......................................................................................................................................... 81
FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 82
USING GASES OTHER THAN AIR ..................................................................................................... 84
GAS PROPERTIES ........................................................................................................................... 84
CALIBRATION CHECK ........................................................................................................................ 85
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................ 85
INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................. 85
OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................... 86
BI-DIRECTIONAL FLOW ..................................................................................................................... 87

TROUBLE SHOOTING ......................................................................................................................... 88

ERROR MESSAGES ............................................................................................................................ 89

SPECIFICATION .................................................................................................................................. 91

DIMENSIONS ....................................................................................................................................... 93
BENCH MOUNTED CASE ................................................................................................................ 93
RACK MOUNTED CASE................................................................................................................... 94
FLOW ELEMENTS (20CC, 200CC, 600CC): .................................................................................... 95
FLOW ELEMENTS (2L, 6L, 10L, 20L): ............................................................................................. 95
FLOW ELEMENTS (30L): ................................................................................................................. 95
FLOW ELEMENTS (100L): ............................................................................................................... 96
FLOW ELEMENTS (200L, 600L): ..................................................................................................... 96
FLOW ELEMENTS (2000L, 5000L): ................................................................................................. 96
INDEX ................................................................................................................................................... 97

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 REVISION RECORD

Issue Date Summary of changes

13 29/04/21 Updated for firmware x752A13. Displays standby pressure & target pressure
or flow. New x10 Flow Auto option. USB-B can always be used for Fbus
Communications. Batch Auto Start renamed Auto Cycle. Enhanced logger /
USB-A option no longer available. Digital i/o examples.
12 19/03/20 Updated for firmware x752A12. Autoreg control type 3. End On Gross feature.
11c 25/02/20 Reprinted to fix barcode font.
11b 12/09/19 Newer firmware does not display baud rate or parity for LAN & USB ports.
11a 28/08/19 Simplified LAN and USB baud rate and parity descriptions.
11 06/08/19 x752A11. Flow fail level can be set below zero. Added ‘consecutive fails’ to
the warning system. New test programmable outputs I-P. More programmable
i/o.
10a 07/06/18 Dimension drawings updated.
10 20/03/18 Updated for x752A10. New 60ml/min flow range. New case feet shown.
9 13/02/17 Updated for x752A09. New programmable output for Barcode Required. New
utility to set the IP address if a LAN port is fitted, and System Information
shows the IP address. The standard data logger does not stop when full.
Installation drawings amended for new stock material size for 2,6,10 and 20L,
and 30L LFEs.
8 31/10/16 Updated for x752A08. New purge option in test data. New flow type in test
data. Fbus Response Delay works with any selected port.
7a 18/08/16 Added 9.999 l/m flow range.
7 24/05/16 Updated for x752A07. New option in Global Settings for FCO752 ID. New print
and data log option for FCO752 ID. New features for USB Host option. New
utilities.
6 25/09/15 Updated for x752A06.
New Input/Output test type. New programmable inputs, outputs and functions.
New barcode system. New text edit method. New global settings for ‘Product
Lamps’ and ‘Auto Sleep’. New print & datalog options. Data logger capacity
increased for instruments manufactured since 2014.
5c 02/04/14 Added 9.999mb pressure range.
5b 29/10/13 Added 99.99 l/m flow range. Added more error message descriptions.
5a 30/08/13 Added calibration due information to the menu diagram and utilities menu.
5 06/12/12 Updated for x752A05.
Added calibration due notice to the MEWS system. Warning status message
includes a code. Added a Start+Timed auto-zero option. Includes a new auto-
regulator control method. Added a section for the bi-directional flow option.
4a 10/05/12 Revised relative density values in the table of gas properties.
4 10/10/11 Updated for firmware x752A04.
Programmable pneumatic outputs are now in the Outputs menu rather than
being separate. The remote control option has been renamed Start/Reset and
enhanced. Alter Product no longer has the Barcode option.
3 09/02/11 Updated for firmware x752A03.
Pressure and flow units are now set in Test Data. Allow variable length
barcode serial numbers. Improved support for Zebra® printers. New
programmable input for active high reset. New programmable output bank for
feedback result status. Off button may be enabled/disabled.
2 20/09/10 Updated for firmware x752A02.
New bypass sensor option. Now has the ability to check external sensors
when valves are driven via Combo logic. Maximum delay time increased from
99.9s to 999.9s.
1b 26/04/10 Flow connector size corrected on 100L flow element Drawing. Minor changes
to other flow element drawings.
1a 13/11/09 Add more details to the specification. Updated dimension drawings.
Revised the table of Gas Properties.
1 18/09/09 First release for firmware x752A01.

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 SAFETY NOTES AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

1. Read these instructions and this guide carefully.

2. This equipment requires a 24V DC power supply that must be appropriately fused.

3. Always unplug the equipment from the power supply before servicing.

4. Do not use the equipment near water. In the event of a spillage onto the instrument
remove the power supply to minimise the risk of damage.

5. The air supply should be connected via an emergency shut off valve located close
to the instrument.

6. The air supply must not exceed that specified on the instrument or in the Test
Certificate.

7. Filters must be fitted to the air supply to remove oil and water that can
damage pneumatic components. The filters should be periodically checked
and drained as necessary. Failure to do so may invalidate the Guarantee.

8. Nylon air supply pipes must be kept away from hot areas as this can weaken the
pipe.

9. Ensure that blanking plugs on unused pilot air outputs are pushed in fully before
applying air.

10. The air supply must be turned off before carrying out any work on the pneumatic
system.

11. If in doubt about any aspect of safety with the equipment then contact Furness
Controls BEFORE proceeding.

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 INTRODUCTION

General Description
The FCO752 is an advanced multi-function air/gas flow meter suitable for production line
testing of gas industry appliances and valves, calibration of fuel injectors and many other
flow measuring applications.

The FCO752 can read true volume flow rate, with automatic compensation for static
pressure, gas temperature and gas type. The FCO752 also has a Calibration Check function
that allows comparison against a master test piece – this is useful when variables such as
gas viscosity are unpredictable, e.g. natural gas may vary during the day.

Test pressure and flow rate can be displayed with a choice of imperial or SI units, and
compared to programmable limits. Test results are clearly displayed on the front panel lamps
and display and can also give electrical outputs, be printed, logged by a computer, or logged
internally to be uploaded to a computer later.

Notable features are:

◆ Clear graphical display and simple to use front panel controls.

◆ Display modes include large text, instantaneous graphs and trend graphs.
◆ Retains up to 300 sets of test configurations for different products or components.
Each configuration may be given a meaningful title.
◆ Continuous or batch testing. A batch status display screen shows the batch progress
with pass and fail counters.
◆ Bar code scanner support. A bar code may be used to select the product test
parameters, enter a serial number, batch ID or operator ID to be included with results
for printing or logging, and to start or reset the instrument.
◆ Programmable inputs and outputs. The standard settings may be extended or
replaced with user defined configurations for flexible jig and PLC interfacing.
◆ Communications options for PC or PLC connection include RS232, RS485, USB and
LAN. Communications may be used for configuration, data logging and control.
◆ Maintenance Early Warning System to aid planned maintenance.
◆ Data Logger able to store 20,000 typical results locally for later access from a
computer.

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Housing
The FCO752 is housed in a steel bench-top case having two extending front feet that allow
the case to be tilted so that the front panel can be seen more easily. Case extensions are
available to allow the FCO752 to be mounted in a 19” x 3U rack housing.

Front Panel
The front control panel houses the main display, status lamps, and control buttons. The front
panel may also be fitted with up to two optional pressure controls.

Function
buttons

USB port Optional pressure Display Navigation buttons on/off

control
Result lamps Start & reset buttons
Display
The illuminated Liquid Crystal Display may show 8 lines of 40 characters, 4 lines of 20 larger
characters as well as graphical data. The display is used to program the instrument, and to
show operational status and result values when testing.

Result Lamps
Three lamps on the front panel show the result of each test:

* The HIGH lamp indicates that the measured value is above the higher limit
+ setting. Setting the high level to full scale will disable the HIGH lamp; this is
useful for performing GO/NO-GO tests.

The PASS lamp indicates that the measured value is between the lower and
✓ upper limit settings.

* The LOW lamp indicates that the measured value is below the lower limit
- setting. Setting the low level to zero will disable the LOW lamp; this is useful for
performing GO/NO-GO tests.

* The bi-directional flow option changes the way the limits work. See page 87.

Note: For flow tests, if the pressure is out of tolerance then both red lamps are lit, the fault
output is activated, and a fault message is displayed.

For pressure tests, if the flow is out of tolerance then both red lamps are lit, the fault
output is activated, and a fault message is displayed.

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 If the Product Lamps feature is enabled (in Global Settings) then at the end of a
sequence of two or more steps a product fail is indicated by two solid red lamps.

Push buttons
'START' The green button will start the test if it has been selected for use by the
menu option I/O Configuration  Inputs  Start/Reset.

'RESET' The red button will reset the instrument if a test cycle is running and it
has been selected for use by the menu option I/O Configuration 
Inputs  Start/Reset.

UP & These are used move through the menu lists, and to alter numeric data
DOWN or menu options. They may also be used at the main runtime displays to
select the product to test.

ENTER The centre button is used to select menu options and enter data into memory.

LEFT / This is used to return back to a menu heading and move the cursor
BACK left when setting data.

RIGHT This is used to move the cursor right when setting data.

? / HELP The help button is used at the main runtime displays to allow the
operator to select the product to test, and to access other help
information.

F1 / F2 These buttons are used for extra functionality. When they are used within the
menu system they are labelled on screen.

Power/Standby Button
There is a 1½ second delay when turning off to avoid accidentally switching the instrument
off. Note that this puts the instrument into a standby state; the power is not removed from the
rear connectors. Operation of this button may be disabled via the security menu.

Pressure Control (optional)

One or two optional precision pressure or vacuum regulators may be fitted to control the test
pressure. The regulator is set using the pressure control knob on the front of the instrument.
It is normally adjusted in the set-up procedure, when the pressure is displayed in a
continuous mode. The pressure regulator is an option and is not fitted on instruments that
are for use with flammable gases as the regulator is of the venting type. For gas use, a
suitable gas governor may be used in the external supply circuit.

USB-B Port
The front panel USB-B port may be used to connect a PC for data collection, instrument
configuration, etc. Note that a device driver for the USB port may need to be installed on the
PC. This is available from http://furness-controls.com/info.

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Rear Electrical Connections
Optional
analogue output

0V

Optional additional 24V LAN

6
1
2

5 3
inputs/outputs 4

24V 18VA

ANALOGUE
OUT PUT
24 COM 12 COM
22 23 10 11

INPUTS
20 21 8 9
18 19 6 7
16 17 4 5 RS232
14 15 2 3
COM 13 COM 1
24V 0V 24V 0V T EMP.
SENSOR

24V 0V 24V 0V Optional additional

+ 0V + 0V communications
18 17 2 1 5

OUTPUTS
20 19 4 3
22 21 6 5 4
24 23 8 7 3 ISOLAT ED
26 25 10 9 RS485
2
28 27 12 11
30 29 14 13 1
32 31 16 15

24V Power Connector

The external 24V DC supply connects via this 2-way detachable screw-terminal. The
instrument is protected against reverse polarity and has an internal auto-resetting fuse. The
Furness Controls 24V supply is grounded. If a different supply is used it must be grounded -
the ground stud can be used for this purpose.

Temperature Sensor
The laminar flow element includes a temperature sensor which should be plugged in to this
connector. The sensor is used to provide temperature correction of the flow measurement.

Input Terminals
The input terminals are used for jig interfacing and when the instrument is configured for
remote control. The terminal block is detachable. The inputs may be wired for active high or
active low operation for easy interfacing to a PLC or other control system. The standard
instrument has twelve user-programmable inputs, with an option for an additional twelve.

Output Terminals
The active high outputs may be used for results and status indication and jig control etc. The
terminal block is detachable. The instrument has sixteen outputs as standard with an option
for an additional sixteen. Outputs are user-programmable for a wide range of applications.

RS232 Plug
The 9-way RS232 plug can be used for printout, to connect a bar code scanner, or to allow
the instrument to be set-up, controlled, and results to be collected from a remote computer
or PLC.

RS485 (optional)
The RS485 interface allows the instrument to be set-up and controlled and for results to be
collected from a remote computer or PLC. RS485 is a multi-drop interface allowing a number

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of instruments to share the same communications link. This is unavailable for use when the
LAN is selected.

LAN (optional)
The LAN (Local Area Network) interface allows the instrument to be set-up and controlled
and for results to be collected from a remote computer or PLC. This is unavailable for use
when the RS485 interface is selected. The use of the LAN is documented separately from
this user guide and requires detailed network knowledge. The instrument’s IP address may
be set via the utilities menu.

Analogue Output Socket (optional)

A 0-5V or 0-10V DC signal is available for the flow and pressure/auto regulator signals.

Rear Pneumatic Connections

Pneumatic Outputs
P1 (Jig) P2 (Vent) P3 P4 P5
AIR SUPPLY REGULATOR
MIN. 5BAR/MAX. 10BAR SUPPLY

Optional Pneumatic Outputs

REGULATED VACUUM
AIR OUT SUPPLY

- +1 +2 + -
Laminar Flow Pressure
Sensor

Air Supply
This is only used for the pneumatic outputs P1 and P2 (and optionally P3-P5). It accepts
6mm O/D tubing.

Regulator Supply
This port supplies the internal pressure regulator when fitted. It accepts 6mm O/D tubing.

Regulated Air Out

When an internal regulator is used, this is the output. It accepts 8mm O/D tubing.

Vacuum Supply
This the vacuum supply to the instrument when a vacuum regulator or venturi vacuum pump
is fitted. It accepts 6mm O/D tubing.

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"Flow -", "Flow +1", "Flow +2” Ports
These ports connect to the differential pressure taps of the Laminar Flow Element. They
accept 4mm O/D tubing. The “Flow +2” port is only used for dual-range instruments.

Pressure Sense + Port

The port is used to measure the pressure at the inlet to the test item. It accepts 4mm O/D
tubing.

Pressure Sense – (Reference) Port

The reference port should normally be left open to atmosphere.

Pneumatic Outputs
Two pneumatic outputs, P1 and P2, are available as standard with an option for an
additional three outputs. The pneumatic outputs may be configured for a variety of functions.
These ports accept 4mm O/D tubing.

P1 (Jig Pilot)
This is primarily intended to provide pilot air to control jig clamps, usually via a 5-port valve
and an air cylinder. The jig pilot is activated at the start of a test and deactivated when the
test is reset after the vent time. The instrument may be configured to use a sensor to detect
jig closure. There is also an adjustable timer to allow time for the jig to close before starting
the test. See the I/O Configuration / inputs menu. If a Jig Pilot is not required then the
pneumatic output may be programmed for other uses.

P2 (Vent Pilot)
The vent pilot port provides pilot air for an external vent or exhaust valve. This is active
during the test cycle. An external spool valve is required for the venting function to be
implemented. In standby and at the end of a test the output is turned off causing the test
item to be vented. This pneumatic output may be programmed for other uses if a vent pilot is
not required.

P3, P4, P5 (optional)

These three optional pneumatic outputs may be programmed for a variety of applications.
Some of these ports may not be available if used for internal valves, e.g. for functions such
as dual regulator selection.

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 INSTALLATION

Unpacking
Unpack the instrument carefully and check for transit damage. If there is any damage please
report it immediately. Check that all the necessary fittings are present as shown on the
packing sheet

General Considerations
Before the FCO752 can be installed, the test arrangement must be decided. Consideration
must be given to the following:

• Install the flow element before or after the test item?

• Mounting of the Laminar Flow Element.
• Use the FCO752 regulator or an external pressure controller?
• Is it necessary to measure the pressure directly at the entry to the test item?
• Is a cut off valve required to prevent gas wastage when not testing?
• Is the test system required to measure varying flow or varying back-pressure?

Flow element location.

The flow element can be configured to measure the flow going into the test item or it can be
configured to measure the flow coming out of the test item. Both scenarios have advantages
and disadvantages.

Flow element mounted before test item:

Flow Direction
Supply In Out
Air
Laminar Flow Element
Test Flow To
Item Atmosphere

In Out
- + +2 +1 -
Pressure Flow

Pressure
Regulator

FCO752

The Orifice Pressure option in the Global Settings menu should be set to “EXT.” so that the
flow reading is corrected for the pressure of the test item, measured by the sense port.

Advantages:
• This method can be used if it is not possible to connect to the outlet of the test item.
• Only one connection to the test item is required.

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Limitations:
• The pressure in the flow element must not exceed 4bar.
• The flow element can be affected by fluctuations from the pressure regulator.
• The pressure in the flow element must be re-stabilised for every test.
• The pressure in the flow element affects the measurement range and resolution when
displaying standard flow.
o The FCO752 measures flow by reading the differential pressure generated by
the laminar flow element. It uses all of its d.p. sensor range to measure its
nominal rated flow at standard pressure.
o The d.p. varies by the standard pressure divided by the absolute pressure in the
flow element. This is taken into account when displaying standard flow.
o At lower pressures in the flow element, more d.p. is generated for the same
standard flow meaning that the instrument’s flow range must be derated when
testing with a partial vacuum, e.g. a 200l/m instrument will only be able to
measure 100l/m at a test pressure 500mb vacuum because the d.p. will
overrange.
o At higher pressures in the flow element, less d.p. is generated for the same
standard flow leading to lower measurement resolution, although this is rarely an
issue.

Flow element after test item:

Flow Direction
Supply In Out
Air
Test Laminar Flow Element Flow To
Item Atmosphere

In Out
- + +2 +1 -
Pressure Flow

Pressure
Regulator

FCO752

With this configuration the Orifice Pressure option in the Global Settings menu should be set
to “ATM.” as no corrections for the orifice pressure are required.

Advantages:
• Fluctuations in the test pressure from the pressure regulator do not affect the flow
elements readings.
• The flow element is always at atmospheric pressure so stabilisation times are shorter.
• The test pressure to the test item can be in excess of 4bar.

Limitations:
• It must be possible to connect to the outlet of the test item.

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Mounting of the flow element
The flow entry to the flow element should be straight for at least ten diameters upstream and
six diameters downstream before any bends or elbows are fitted. This will provide the best
accuracy from the installation.

The flow element may be mounted on the rear of the instrument or away from the
instrument. There are two pneumatic connections of 4mm OD 3mm ID tubing (or three if
dual range) and an electrical cable for the temperature sensor.

For operation with gases other than air it is important that the orifice is mounted at
the same height as the main instrument with no loops in the inter-connecting pipes.
This is to avoid gases of different density from collecting in the pipes and causing auto zero
errors. If this is not possible Furness Controls should be contacted to discuss the
possibilities of fitting a purge system to the instrument.

Internal/external pressure control

If the test is to use air up to a maximum flow rate of up to 100l/m then the instrument's
internal pressure regulator can be used to control the test pressure. Pipes and fittings
between the pressure controller and the test item should be kept as short and as large bore
as possible to prevent significant pressure loss down the pipes. For greater flow rates or for
hazardous gases, an external regulator must be used.

The internal pressure control must not be used with hazardous gas as it vents
internally.

Pressure measuring point

The pressure measuring sense port should be connected as close as possible to the test
item to obtain the most accurate results.

Cut-off valve
A cut-off valve is required if it is possible to have gas flowing through the open test connector
when the test item is not fitted, or if the flow will exceed the instrument range if the test item
is removed. The use of a cut-off valve can also speed up the testing of small items. The
valve can be controlled by the 'JIG' output available as a pneumatic pilot or an electrical
signal (see Input/Output Connectors section).

LFE bypass valve

For some applications it is necessary to fill a test item faster than the restriction of the
laminar flow element allows. A pneumatic pilot or electrical signal may be programmed to
control a valve to bypass the LFE – note that the LFE is normally bypassed and the output is
active to stop the bypass. The Test Data menu has a Fill Timer for use with a bypass valve.

Display standard or actual flow

The FCO752 normally displays flow at standard conditions, e.g. 1013mb and 20°C. The
standard temperature may be changed, e.g. to 15°C, in the Global Settings menu if required.

In order to display the flow at working conditions it is necessary to disable the pressure and
temperature corrections: in the Global Settings menu, set ‘Orifice Pressure’ to ATM and set
‘T. Compensation’ to NO. This can also be achieved via the test data menu by setting Flow
Type = ATM..

Flow or pressure measurement

The FCO752 can be configured to work with the pass/fail lamps on pressure. This allows the
instrument to measure varying back-pressure with a constant flow. The normal method of
setting a constant flow is to use a regulated high-pressure source and a fine restrictor valve.

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Location
The flow meter should be located close to the test item to keep the test pipes as short as
possible. The test system should be installed away from any sources of temperature change;
e.g. heaters and draughts. Avoid positioning the instrument near to high power machines
such as welders. The instrument site should be free from vibration.

The flow meter, flow element, pipe work and test piece should all be at the same height to
avoid errors due to varying gas densities.

Electrical Supply
Connect a suitably fused 24V DC supply to the instrument. The instrument must be
connected in compliance with all local electrical regulations.

Electrical Control
To ease commissioning the instrument can be run from the front panel buttons. See the
Start/Reset options in the I/O configuration/Inputs menu. Once the instrument is operating
satisfactorily, it may then be connected to a different controller if required.

Electrical Outputs
The outputs are active high transistors (i.e. switching the positive supply). The current per
output must not exceed 120mA. If it is necessary to have mains operated lamps or any other
high voltage or heavy current device, the outputs should be used to drive external relays.

Wiring Considerations
Electrical Interference
Ignition transformers, arc welders, mechanical contact relays and solenoids are all common
sources of electrical noise in an industrial environment and therefore the following guidelines
must be followed:

Noise generating devices such as those listed should be mounted in a separate enclosure. If
this is not possible, separate them from the instrument by the largest distance possible.

Provide separate cable runs for communication lines, inputs and outputs. If they run parallel,
there should be as much separation between the groups as possible.

RS232 and RS485 connections must use shielded cable. This will reduce the level of
electrical noise induction on the wires. Lead lengths should be kept to a minimum. The
shield should be grounded at one end only.

Inductive loads
When inductive loads such as relays or solenoids are switched off, they can produce a very
large negative voltage spike (over a thousand volts!). If the cable feeding the inductive load
is bundled with other cables, the voltage can be induced into the other cable and can cause
unpredictable results. It is therefore important that any inductive load is suppressed at
source to prevent interference.

The transistor outputs from the FCO752 clamp the peak voltage of the spike, primarily to
protect the outputs, but additional suppression at the load is preferred. If an inductive load is
being activated from a PLC or another relay, then suppression should be used. Suppression
is usually achieved by fitting a ‘flyback’ diode in parallel with the load as shown.

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 DC (+) DC (-)
Inductive load

PLC output
or relay contact
Protection diode
(Typically 1N4003)

Pneumatics
Note: Supply air should be dry and clean. External filters MUST be fitted to provide full
protection. Contamination by oil and water from the air supply will damage the instrument
and invalidate the guarantee. Drain off any water from an air line tapping point before
connecting the instrument. Disconnect the instrument during periods of factory shutdown
and drain the air line before reconnection.

Instruments fitted with internal air pressure regulators are not suitable for use with gases
other than air! The regulators normally fitted are of the venting type.

Instruments for use on inflammable gases are not fitted with internal regulators.

An external pressure regulator can be used, providing that it meets with the pressure and
flow requirements of the test item.

Connect the pneumatics as required for the test procedure. Refer to the beginning of this
chapter for connection methods.

Note: The knurled pneumatic fittings should only be finger tight. The hexagonal faces on
the fittings are to aid removal and not for tightening up the fitting. It is IMPORTANT
that the correct size tube is used to ensure that there are no leaks. The tubing must
also be able to withstand the maximum pressure.

It is recommended that a leak test be carried out on the whole system before use, especially
if inflammable gas is being used (refer to the commissioning section).

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 BASIC OPERATION
The FCO752’s settings may be viewed or set using the front panel buttons via a menu
system. The main menu consists of:

BATCH SETTINGS Configure batch control, or disable it for continuous

testing.
PRODUCT DATA Identify the product to test and define the test steps to
perform.
TEST DATA Specify the type of test to perform and define its
timings, levels and limits.
GLOBAL SETTINGS Instrument configuration settings that apply to the
whole instrument and may affect all product or test
data.
I/O CONFIGURATION Program the electrical inputs and outputs, pneumatic
outputs, and i/o functions.
FBUS SETTINGS This menu is used to define the communications port
and settings to be used for Fbus communications.
PRINTER SETTINGS When printed results are required, this menu is used
to configure the printer port and define what data is to
be printed.
BARCODE & SERIAL No. This menu is used to configure the port to use for a
barcode reader and define how to use the barcode.
The serial number settings are also in this menu since
they may depend on the barcode.
WARNING SYSTEM Set the limits for the maintenance early warning
system, and view the latest values.
SECURITY You may set a pass code to lock the menu settings to
stop unauthorised changes.
TIME & DATE View or set the current time and date.
DATA LOGGER This menu allows you to enable/disable the data
logger, choose the data to log and erase logged data.
UTILITIES Contains various utilities for calibration, diagnostics,
copying & printing data etc.

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Menu Navigation
Press the ENTER button from the normal operator MAIN MENU
display to show the main menu: BATCH SETTINGS
PRODUCT DATA
The UP and DOWN buttons scroll the highlight bar TEST DATA
through the list. Press ENTER to select the highlighted GLOBAL SETTINGS
menu option. Press BACK to exit back to the main I/O CONFIGURATION
operator display. Some of the items shown here may
FBUS SETTINGS
not be visible depending on system settings.
PRINTER SETTINGS
BARCODE & SERIAL No.
The menu list is longer than the display. When the
WARNING SYSTEM
highlight bar reaches the bottom of the display the list
SECURITY
moves up. If there are more items off the top or bottom
TIME & DATE
of the display, arrows are shown in the left side of the
DATA LOGGER
list.
UTILITIES
The RIGHT button turns page mode on/off. When page
mode is enabled the ‘>>’ symbol is displayed at the top-right of the box and the UP and DOWN
buttons move a page at a time.
Page mode is cancelled automatically after two seconds.

Settings may be protected by a security code. When security is enabled it is possible to view
the settings but you will be prompted to enter the security code if you try to alter settings.

If you select the Product Data or Test Data menus you must first choose a product. Use the
UP or DOWN buttons to select from the list and press ENTER. Alternatively, you may enter a
test or product number directly via the F2 button, labelled JUMP.

When you press ENTER a list of parameters is displayed with their settings, e.g.

TEST DATA Press UP/DOWN to scroll through the

TEST ID : TEST 002 parameter list for this menu.
TYPE : FLOW
FLOW UNITS : l/m Press ENTER to alter the value of the
PRESS. UNITS : mbar current selection or press BACK to exit back
READ : CONTINUOUS to the menu list.
REGULATOR 2 : NO
PR. CORRECTION : NO When you press ENTER a pop-up window
NOMINAL PRESSURE : 500mB lets you edit the data. If security is enabled
PRESS. TOL. : 10.0% you will be prompted for a pass code first.
FLOW TYPE : STANDARD
FL. LOW : 0.000 L/M When editing data, UP and DOWN change
FL. HIGH : 2.000 L/M the selection. For text and numeric data the
FILL : 0.0 SEC. LEFT and RIGHT buttons are used to select a
different digit/character.

Press ENTER to save the changes or press Esc. (F1) to exit without saving changes.

It is possible to enter the menus, to view settings and to change settings while a test is
running. However, it should be noted that any changes made will not be applied until the
current test is reset and a new test started.

Text Entry
The FCO752 has a number of menus that have text to enter, e.g. Test ID, Product ID etc.
When editing text you will see a display like this:

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 ?

F1

F2

The text to edit is within the double-lined box with its title above. Initially the first character in
the edit box blinks to show that it is selected (in this case, the first T of Test 002). The up,
down, left, and right buttons move a blinking cursor around the character set shown below
the edit box. Press the centre (enter) button to replace the selected character in the edit box
with the character under the cursor. The edit box selection automatically advances to the
next character. Press  (F2) to save and exit, or Esc. (F1) to escape without saving
changes.

►► is used to move the selection point in the edit box without changing the text. Unwanted
text can be removed by entering blank spaces.

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Menu Navigation Diagram
BATCH SETTINGS ────┬ RESET BATCH
│ ├ OPERATOR ID
│ ├ BATCH ID
│ ├ QUANTITY
│ ├ COUNT-ON
│ └ AUTO CYCLE
│
PRODUCT DATA ───── (SELECT PRODUCT) ──────┬ PRODUCT ID
│ ├ BARCODE ID
│ ├ NUMBER OF STEPS
│ ├ DELAY
│ ├ STEP 1
│ └ }
CONTINUE ON Repeat for all steps
│
TEST DATA ─────── (SELECT TEST) ─────────┬ TEST ID
│ ├ TEST TYPE (FLOW) (PRESSURE) (INPUT/OUTPUT)
│ └────────────────────┬─────────────────────┬────────────────────┐
GLOBAL SETTINGS ───┬ LANGUAGE ├ FLOW UNITS ├ FLOW UNITS ├ TEST TIME
│ ├ CAL CHECK ├ PRESSURE UNITS ├ PRESSURE UNITS ├ TEST OUTPUT A
│ ├ LEARN CAL. ├ READ MODE ├ READ MODE │ ↓ ↓ ↓
│ ├ CAL. TOLERANCE ├ PURGE ├ PURGE ├ TEST OUTPUT H
│ ├ PRODUCT ├ REGULATOR 2 ├ REGULATOR 2 ├ TEST OUTPUTS I-P
│ ├ ALTER PRODUCT ├ PRESSURE CORRECTION ├ NOMINAL PRESSURE ├ FEEDBACK A-H
│ ├ PRODUCT LAMPS ├ NOMINAL PRESSURE ├ PRESSURE TOLERANCE ├ FEEDBACK TIMEOUT
│ ├ REQUIRE OPERATOR ID ├ PRESSURE TOLERANCE ├ PRESSURE LOW └ EXTERNAL FAIL
│ ├ FLOW (LEVELS/TOL) ├ PRESSURE LOW ├ PRESSURE HIGH
│ ├ FLOW DISPLAY (CZ/LHZ) ├ PRESSURE HIGH ├ FLOW TYPE
│ ├ FLOW RESOLUTION ├ FLOW TYPE ├ X10 FLOW *
│ ├ PRESSURE (LEVELS/TOL) ├ X10 FLOW * ├ NOMINAL FLOW
│ ├ PRESSURE RESOLUTION ├ NOMINAL FLOW ├ FLOW TOLERANCE
│ ├ FILTER ├ FLOW TOLERANCE ├ FLOW LOW
│ ├ ORIFICE PRESSURE ├ FLOW LOW ├ FLOW HIGH
│ ├ ATM. PRESSURE ├ FLOW HIGH ├ FILL TIME
│ ├ STANDARD TEMPERATURE ├ FILL TIME ├ STABILISATION TIME
│ ├ TEMP. COMPENSATION ├ STABILISATION TIME ├ DELAY TIME
│ ├ AUTO REGULATOR ├ DELAY TIME ├ VALID TIME
│ ├ PERSISTENT MENUS ├ VALID TIME ├ VENT TIME
│ ├ END ON GROSS ├ VENT TIME ├ RELATIVE VISCOSITY
│ ├ RESET ON PASS ├ RELATIVE VISCOSITY ├ RELATIVE DENSITY
│ ├ RESET ON FAIL ├ RELATIVE DENSITY ├ CALORIFIC VALUE
│ ├ RESET DELAY ├ CALORIFIC VALUE ├ CAL VALUE
│ ├ AUTO ZERO ├ CAL VALUE ├ TEST OUTPUT A
│ ├ A.Z. TIME ├ TEST OUTPUT A │ ↓ ↓ ↓
│ ├ GRAPH TIME │ ↓ ↓ ↓ ├ TEST OUTPUT H
│ ├ STATUS LINE ├ TEST OUTPUT H ├ TEST OUTPUTS I-P
│ ├ AUTO SLEEP ├ TEST OUTPUTS I-P ├ FEEDBACK A-H
│ ├ FCO752 ID ├ FEEDBACK A-H ├ FEEDBACK TIMEOUT
│ └ DISPLAY CONTRAST ├ FEEDBACK TIMEOUT └ EXTERNAL FAIL
│ └ EXTERNAL FAIL * OPTIONAL
│ * OPTIONAL
│
I/O CONFIGURATION ───┬ INPUTS────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ ├ OUTPUTS ────────────────────────────────────┐ │
│ └ FUNCTIONS──────────────┐ │ │
│ ├ INVERTER 1 ├ OUTPUTS 1-8 ├ START RESET
│ ├ INVERTER 2 ├ OUTPUTS 9-16 ├ VENT SENSOR
FBUS SETTINGS ────┬ PORT ├ TIMER 1 TRIGGER ├ OUTPUTS 17-24 ├ BYPASS SENSOR
│ ├ ID NUMBER ├ TIMER 1 DELAY ├ OUTPUTS 25-32 ├ JIG SENSOR
│ ├ BAUD RATE ├ TIMER 1 TIME ├ USER OUTPUT A ├ JIG DELAY
│ ├ PARITY ├ TIMER 2 TRIGGER │ ↓ ↓ ↓ ├ INPUTS 1-4
│ └ RESPONSE DELAY ├ TIMER 2 DELAY ├ USER OUTPUT H ├ INPUTS 5-8
│ ├ TIMER 2 TIME ├ PNEUMATIC 1 ├ INPUTS 9-12
│ ├ COMBO 1 FUNCTION ├ PNEUMATIC 2 ├ INPUTS 13-16
│ ├ COMBO 1 INPUT 1 ├ PNEUMATIC 3 ├ INPUTS 17-20
│ │ COMBO 1 INPUT 2 ├ PNEUMATIC 4 ├ INPUTS 21-24
PRINTER SETTINGS────┬ PORT │ ↓ ↓ ↓ ├ PNEUMATIC 5 ├ USER INPUT A
│ ├ BAUD RATE ├ COMBO 4 FUNCTION └ PNEUMATIC 6*2 │ ↓ ↓ ↓
│ ├ PARITY ├ COMBO 4 INPUT 1 ├ USER INPUT H
│ ├ AUTO LINE FEED └ COMBO 4 INPUT 2 *2 Pneumatic 6 is internal only for ├ INT. SENSOR A
│ ├ MARGIN specific instrument functionality └ INT. SENSOR B
│ ├ BLANK LINES
│ ├ SEND EOF
│ ├ SEND ON
│ ├ SEND AS
│ ├ TEXT FOR LINE 1..6
│ ├ SEND LINE 1..6
│ ├ DATE
│ ├ TIME
│ ├ FCO752 ID
│ ├ PRODUCT ID
│ ├ PRODUCT No.
│ ├ BATCH ID
│ ├ OPERATOR ID
│ ├ BARCODE ID
│ ├ SERIAL No.
│ ├ TEST COUNTER
│ ├ PRODUCT RESULT
│ ├ TEST ID
│ ├ TEST No.
│ ├ RESULT
│ ├ PRESSURE
│ ├ FLOW
│ ├ FAIL LOW
│ ├ FAILHIGH
│ ├ ATM. PRESSURE
│ └ TEMPERATURE

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 │
│
BARCODE & SERIAL No. ──┬ PORT
│ ├ BAUD RATE
│ ├ PARITY
│ ├ SERIAL No. TYPE
│ ├ PREFIX
│ ├ SERIAL No.
│ ├ SERIAL No. START
│ ├ SERIAL No. MASK
│ ├ SELECT PRODUCT
│ ├ PRODUCT START
│ ├ BATCH ID
│ ├ BATCH ID START
│ ├ BATCH ID MASK
│ ├ OPERATOR ID
│ ├ OPERATOR ID START
│ ├ OPERATOR ID MASK
│ ├ START ON SCAN
│ └ SCAN ON FAIL
│
WARNING SYSTEM ─────┬ LATEST VALUES
│ └ LIMITS
│
SECURITY ────────┬ LOCK
│ ├ PASS CODE
│ ├ OFF BUTTON
│ └ ALERT IF UNLOCKED
│
TIME/DATE ───────┬ DATE
│ └ TIME
│
DATA LOGGER ──────┬ [FUNCTIONS] ────────────── ┐
│ ├ LOG DATA Y/N ├ ERASE DATA
│ ├ LOG ON └ PRINT LOGGED DATA
│ ├ DATE
│ ├ TIME
│ ├ FCO752 ID
│ ├ PRODUCT ID
│ ├ PRODUCT No.
│ ├ BATCH ID
│ ├ OPERATOR ID
│ ├ BARCODE ID
│ ├ SERIAL No.
│ ├ TEST COUNTER
│ ├ PRODUCT RESULT
│ ├ TEST ID
│ ├ TEST No.
│ ├ RESULT
│ ├ PRESSURE
│ ├ FLOW
│ ├ FAIL LOW
│ ├ FAIL HIGH
│ ├ ATM. PRESSURE
│ └ TEMPERATURE
│
UTILITIES────────┬ SET ZERO PRESSURE
├ CALIBRATE PRESSURE
├ CALIBRATE FLOW
├ CALIBRATION DUE
├ PRINT DATA ────────────── ┐
├ COPY PRODUCT DATA ├ PRODUCT DATA
├ COPY TEST DATA ├ TEST DATA
├ INITIALISE DATA ├ GLOBAL SETTINGS
├ SET IP ADDRESS * ├ I/O CONFIGURATION
├ VIEW TEMPERATURE ├ PRINTER SETTINGS
├ VIEW ATM. PRESSURE * ├ COUNTERS
├ MONITOR I/O └ SYSTEM INFORMATION
├ CHECK OUTPUTS
├ CHECK BARCODE
├ CHECK FBUS
├ CHECK PRINTER
└ FLASH UPDATE
* OPTIONAL

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Main Operator Displays
When the instrument is testing products the display is normally left indicating the status and
results of the test. If the operator is allowed to select the product to test then the UP and
DOWN buttons increase or decrease the product number. The ? function button also allows
product selection from a list of named products, or direct entry of a product number.

There are various alternative views that may be selected using the LEFT and RIGHT buttons:

DETAILED DISPLAY
• Shows the most information during and at the end of the test. The left window shows
the current status with progress bars for each stage of the test. The right window
shows the result information for each step as it proceeds, and holds the final step
until reset. The Status Line at the bottom of the display is used to show warning
messages etc. When there are no status messages it may be used to show counters,
scanned barcode, serial number etc.

LARGE DISPLAY
• Shows only information for each stage of the test as the test proceeds but with much
larger characters.

INSTANTANEOUS GRAPHICAL DISPLAY

• Shows graphs of the pressure and flow values as each step proceeds. The x-axis for
the pressure and flow graphs is scaled for their respective fail limits. For continuous
reading tests the graph may scroll to keep the latest readings on the graph. Basic
information is shown for each stage of the test on the top line of the display.

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RESULT TREND GRAPH
• Shows a graph of the last 150 results scaled between the fail levels. If the test
consists of more than one step, the F1 button allows you to view all steps as they
occur or to monitor a specific step. The graph is always plotted from zero, so a typical
test might look like this:

BATCH DISPLAY
• Shows the status of the current batch. If batch control is not used then the number of
tests is unlimited.

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 COMMISSIONING
When commissioning an automatic control system, it is recommended that the instrument is
initially checked using the front panel controls if possible.

Switch On
Apply power; the instrument briefly displays the firmware version number, e.g. X752A01,
while it performs a self-check. See the ERROR MESSAGES section any error messages are
displayed. If all is well the display will show "READY”.

Leak Checking the Test System

The instrument will only give valid test results if the complete test system is free of any leak.
To establish the integrity of the system the following method should be used.

Set the following data. Only relevant options are listed. All other options will not affect the
checks for leaks.

Global Settings
ALTER PRODUCT FRONT PANEL
FLOW LEVELS
PRESSURE LEVELS
AUTO ZERO START

I/O Configuration/Inputs
START/RESET FRONT PANEL

Product Data for product 1

NUMBER OF STEPS 1
STEP 1 TEST 001
CONTINUE ON START

Test Data for test 1

TEST TYPE FLOW
READ CONTINUOUS
PR. CORRECTION NO
FILL 0.0 SEC
STABILISE 0.0 SEC
DELAY 0.2 SEC
VALID 0.1 SEC
REL. VISCOS 1.000
FEEDBACK A-H 00000000
FEEDBACK TIMEOUT 0.0 SEC
EXTERNAL FAIL NO

Either blank off the fitting that the test item is to be attached to, or fit a test item and blank
the output of the test item.

Press the start button, the instrument should auto zero then the flow and pressure readings
will be displayed. Use the instrument's pressure regulator, if fitted, or an external pressure
control to adjust the pressure to read the highest pressure that it is required to test at. A leak
tight installation will show zero flow reading.

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Setting the Test Pressure
It is IMPORTANT to set the pressure under flow conditions to compensate for pressure
losses in the pipe work between the pressure regulator and the test item.

You should ensure that the pressure zero is correct. This can be set from the Utilities menu.

Connect a good test item to the system and press the start button. When the pressure and
flow readings settle down adjust the pressure regulator to give the required pressure.

Measure the pressure under these flow conditions and set the pressure level to this value.
Adjust the pressure tolerance to the required level. This is best done by measuring the
pressure on test items giving the highest and lowest acceptable flows observed over a
spread of test items.

Continuous reading verses single reading

Single reading
Normally used for fast test times or for test items that require no adjustment while testing.
Set the READ mode in the test data menu to ‘Single’. When the 'Start' button is pressed the
fill, stabilise and delay times are executed, then the flow and pressure readings are latched
and displayed with the Pass or Fail lamps. Care must be taken to ensure that the readings
will be stable when the result is taken.

Continuous/Validated reading
Normally used where the test item can be adjusted to set the appropriate flow or pressure
conditions. Set the READ mode in the test data menu to continuous. The instrument will
continue to test and give a Pass or Fail indication until the Continue-on condition for the step
(in Product Data) has been valid continuously for the specified validation time. When the
continue-on condition is ‘Start’ then the test only ends if start or reset occurs. The display
and lamps are updated every 300ms; communications and analogue outputs are typically
updated >40 times per second.

Setting the Stabilise Time

The stabilise time is used to allow the pressure and flow readings to settle before result
indication is enabled.

To establish the stabilise time required when using the flow option, connect a good test item.
Set the stabilise to time zero seconds. Set the instrument to read in continuous mode. Start
the test while watching the flow display. Time how long it takes from pressing start until the
flow and pressure readings have stabilised. Set this time in to the product data stabilise time.

External Interfacing
The Utilities menu has options to allow you to check the external inputs and outputs to verify
wiring etc.

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 BATCH SETTINGS MENU
The FCO752 allows you to test in batches. When the required number of tested items has
been reached the instrument will display “BATCH COMPLETE” on the status line and stop
testing. A runtime screen shows batch counters and status. An electrical or pneumatic output
may be programmed to operate when the batch is complete.

If you do not test in batches set the batch quantity to zero.

The batch menu has ‘operator’ security status… see the security menu.

[RESET BATCH]
• This resets the counters to zero and clears the Batch Complete status ready to start
the next batch. You will be prompted for confirmation. If you do not use batch control,
this may be used to simply reset the counters.

OPERATOR ID
• You may enter a text identification of up to 16 characters for the operator.
Alternatively, this can be entered at a prompt when the instrument power is cycled
(see the Global Settings menu) or provided by a barcode scan.

BATCH ID
• You may assign a text identification of up to 16 characters for the batch. This may
also be entered by a barcode scan.

QUANTITY
• Enter the batch size.
• To disable batch control, set to zero - the batch size is then unlimited. The counters
will continue to operate even if batch control is not used.

COUNT ON
• The batch size may be for all items tested, or only items that passed the test.
• Options: RESULT, PASS

AUTO CYCLE
• This is normally only used for servicing or repeatability tests. Once the first test is
started, subsequent tests will automatically be started until the batch is complete or
Reset is pressed. When auto cycle is enabled the status line displays ‘Auto Cycle’.

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 PRODUCT DATA MENU
Identify the product to test and define the test steps to perform. When you select the menu
you must select the product to view/edit from a list.

PRODUCT ID
• You may assign a text identification of up to 16 characters to the product.

BARCODE ID
• When a barcode reader is used for product selection you may enter up to 16
characters as a mask that the barcode must successfully match for the product to be
selected. The ‘wild card’ characters shown below may be used to match variable
numeric or alphabetic characters. Any other characters must match exactly.
• The ‘wild card’ characters are:
o # 0 to 9 or # required
o & A-Z or & required (upper or lower case is accepted)
o ? A character is required but the actual character is not checked.
o Space Character position is not checked
o ^ Anywhere within the barcode ID it means the same as ‘?’
At the end of the barcode ID it means “match any or no
character”. Normally the number of scanned characters must
match the number of characters in the barcode ID. The use of ^
allows barcodes that are longer than the barcode ID to match,
for example the barcode ID ABCD^^ allows for a single product
to be selected by barcodes such as ABCD, ABCD1 or ABCD-2.

NUMBER OF STEPS
• Set the number of steps required to test the product.
• A product may have up to sixteen different tests applied.

STEP DELAY
• This is a time delay between steps to allow for jigging changes etc. The delay time is
common to all steps and starts after the correct feedback inputs are received
(specified in test data).
• The delay may be set from 0.00 to 99.99 seconds.

STEP 1 → 16
• Select the test to be used for each of the number of steps set above.
• When the list of tests is presented the F2 function button allows you to enter a test
number directly and F1 allows you to edit the data for the selected test.

CONTINUE ON
• Define the conditions required to continue to the next step. If the condition is not met
the instrument will fail the product and terminate the test.
• Options: START, RESULT, PASS, FAIL

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 TEST DATA MENU
This menu is used to define the test pressure, fail levels, timings etc. for each test. Up to 300
different tests can be defined. When you enter the menu you may select the test to view/edit
from a list.

TEST ID
• You may assign a descriptive text identification of up to 16 characters to each test.

TEST TYPE
• Define the type of test to perform.
• Options::
o FLOW: The flow limits primarily determine the test result. Setting the lower flow
level to zero disables the low limit with all flows below the high level resulting in a
pass. Setting the high flow level to maximum disables the high limit with all flows
above the low level resulting in a pass. The pressure level and tolerance
determine the pressure that the instrument will be allowed to test at. If the
pressure is out of specification, P_LOW or P_HIGH will be displayed and the test
result is a fail.
o PRESSURE: This is used for components that require testing using a constant
flow with the test result based on the measured back pressure. The pressure
limits primarily determine test result. Setting the low pressure level to zero
disables the low limit with all pressures below the high level resulting in a pass.
Setting the high pressure level to maximum disables the high limit with all
pressures above the low level resulting in a pass. The flow level and tolerance
determine the flow that the instrument will be allowed to test at. If the flow is out
of specification, F_LOW or F_HIGH will be displayed and the test result is a fail.
o INPUT/OUTPUT: This activates the step outputs and test-programmable outputs
and checks the feedback inputs. The test time is used as an adjustable delay
after which the external fail input is checked. This test may, for example, be used
to actuate electrical or pneumatic features of a test component and check correct
actuation via sensors. There is no measured value with for this test. The test
result is determined by the feedback timeout and external fail/pass signals.

The rest of the test data settings depend upon the type of test selected and are
detailed for each test type…

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Flow Test Parameters
FLOW UNITS
• Choose the engineering units for the flow display. The units available depend upon
the instrument range.
• Note that flow units may include Watts, kW, BTU/h and kBTU/h which require the
calorific value of the gas to be entered, and Mass Flow units of kg/h and g/s which
require relative density to be entered. Calorific value and relative density appear later
in this menu.

PRESSURE UNITS
• Choose the engineering units for the pressure display. The units available depend
upon the instrument range.

READ
• When a test is started and the fill & stabilise times have expired (if set) the flow and
pressure readings are filtered during the delay time. The first reading is displayed at
the end of the delay time. This option selects whether the test ends after this single
reading or if readings are to be continuously updated until the test is ended.
• Options:
o Single: Normally used for fast test times or for test items that require no
adjustment while testing. The first reading and test result is given at the end
of the delay time and the test ends. Care must be taken to ensure that the
readings will be stable when the result is taken.
o Continuous: Normally used where the test item can be adjusted to set the
appropriate flow or pressure conditions. The first reading is displayed with
pass/fail lamps at the end of the delay time, then the readings and results are
continuously updated. The end of the test depends upon the Continue-On
condition in the product data and the validation time set below.

PURGE
• When changing between gases of different densities it may be necessary to purge
the system of a previous gas before testing with a new one. This option may help
with purging through the instrument. When enabled, it repeatedly operates the
internal auto-zero and range valves during the fill time to help transfer the gas
through the system. See the section on Using Gases Other Than Air.
• Options: No, Yes.

REGULATOR 2
• Selects the second internal regulator (if fitted), or an external regulator. Electrical or
pneumatic outputs may be programmed to select an external regulator.
• Options: No, Yes.

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PR. CORRECTION
• This function may be used to provide stable flow readings even when the pressure
varies from the required test pressure.
• Options:
o No: The flow reading displayed is the true reading at the pressure being
displayed.
o Yes: The flow reading is the equivalent flow reading at the nominal pressure
set below. This reduces the sensitivity of the flow reading to pressure change.
The correction is based on a square root law and assumes the test item
follows this law. This option should not be used for gas appliances with
internal regulators.

NOMINAL PRESSURE
• Set the nominal test pressure. This may be used in conjunction with the tolerance
setting to ensure that the applied test pressure is within the test specification.
• When an automatic regulator is fitted the test pressure will be controlled at this level.
Also see the A.REG value in the global setting menu (page 42).
• When the Pressure Correction option is enabled, this is the pressure that the flow will
be corrected to.
• This value is used to control the Air Save function which is active when a vacuum
test is running.

PRESSURE TOLERANCE
• Sets the pressure tolerance for fault indication when Pressure is set to Tolerance in
the Global Settings menu. The tolerance check is disabled if set to 100%.
• When an auto-regulator is fitted the pressure tolerance also sets a control dead band
at 25% of the set tolerance (limited to 5% of the target pressure).

PR. LOW
PR. HIGH
• Only shown if Pressure is set to Levels in the Global Settings menu.
• Set the lower and upper test limits.
• Setting the low level to zero disables the low limit.
• Setting the high limit to full scale disables the high limit.

A.REG. RATE
• Only shown if an auto-regulator is fitted and Type 2 or Type 3 control is selected in
the Global Settings menu.
• Type 2 and Type 3 control methods will drive from a higher pressure source to speed
filling if necessary. This setting must be adjusted to avoid excessive pressure
overshoot. This is typically volume dependent, but it also depends on the test
pressure, pressure range and flow range of the instrument.
• To determine the required value, it is suggested that you start with a small value and
a leak-tight test item. Ensure that a suitably long fill & stabilise time is set to allow the
pressure to be under control before the end of the stabilise time. Repeat the test
while gradually increasing the A.Reg Rate value to minimize overshoot. Too large a
value will cause instability. Under some circumstances it may be necessary to
change the A.REG UPDATE time in the global settings menu to achieve a better
response: this would typically be set between 0.1 and 0.5s. Finally check for correct
operation with various flow rates.
• The value may be set from 0 to 250.

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FLOW TYPE
• Options:
o STD: The standard flow is displayed.
o JET: The following correction is made: where: Pstd is the standard pressure
Pt is the test pressure
Pstd + Pt T Patm is atmospheric pressure
JetFlow = Flow  
Patm + Pt Tstd T is the test temperature
Tstd is the standard temperature

o ATM.: The flow at atmospheric conditions is shown, i.e. at the current

temperature and atmospheric pressure. This may be used to check the
instrument against a calibrated leak that makes no corrections.

X10 FLOW
• Only shown for instruments fitted with the dual range flow option.
• Options:
o NO: The x1 range is selected to measure the full instrument range.
o YES: Selects the x10 range for higher sensitivity. The flow measurement will
be limited to 1/10th of the full instrument range.
o AUTO: Starts the test on the x1 range and automatically switches to the x10
range if the flow is less than 9.5% of the x1 range. When the x10 range is in
operation it will switch to the x1 range if the flow exceeds the x10 range. Note
that there will be a 330ms delay when a range switch occurs.

NOMINAL FLOW
• Only shown if Flow is set to Tolerance in the Global Settings menu.
• Set the flow that is to be the centre of the pass band.

FLOW TOLERANCE
• Only shown if Flow is set to Tolerance in the Global Settings menu.
• Set the upper and lower test limits as a percentage band centred on the nominal
flow. The tolerance check is disabled if set to 100%.

FLOW LOW
FLOW HIGH
• Only shown if Flow is set to Levels in the Global Settings menu.
• These set the lower and upper test limits.
• Setting the low level to zero disables the low limit.
• Setting the high limit to full scale disables the high limit.
• Levels below zero are uncalibrated unless the Bidirectional Flow option is fitted.

FILL TIME
• This is used for applications where it is necessary to fill a test item faster than the
restriction of the LFE allows. At the start of the test the LFE is bypassed with a valve
(normally external to the instrument). The bypass output is turned ON after the fill
time expires and OFF at the end of the test, i.e. it is reverse acting.
• When an auto-regulator is fitted, the fill time may be used to allow the regulator to
control to the target pressure without a dead band. At all other times when the auto-
regulator is controlled, a dead band is applied to minimise changes to the regulator
which can adversely affect the flow reading.
• The fill time may be from 0 to 999.9 seconds.

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STABILISE TIME
• Set a time after the test has been started to allow for the readings to become stable
before measurements are made. Care must be taken in determining the time. It is
normally set up by repeatedly testing a known good test item and adjusting for the
shortest time that gives repeatable readings.
• The stabilise time may be set from 0 to 999.9 seconds.
• Note: if the auto zero is active then it occurs after the stabilise time.

DELAY TIME
• The measured values are digitally filtered during the delay time and only displayed
after the test delay has expired. This determines the end of a single-shot test. For
continuous tests the filtered pressure and flow values will be updated continuously
until the validation condition has been met.
• The delay time may be set from 0.2 to 999.9 seconds.

VALID TIME
• The validation timer is only used with ‘continuous’ tests to ensure that the continue-
on condition (set in the product data menu) is valid for a known time before ending
the test. This is useful when making manual adjustments.
• The validation timer is used for continue on pass, fail, and result. It is not used for
continue on start.
• The timer is restarted any time that the continue-on condition is not met such that the
continue-on condition must be true continuously for the set time. When the time is set
to zero the test ends after a single reading matches the continue-on condition.
• The validation timer may be set from 0.0 to 999.9 seconds.

VENT TIME
• The vent time should be set if an external vent valve is fitted to the system. The time
must be long enough to allow the pressure in the test item to decay to a safe level to
ensure that the test item is not unclamped while pressurised.

RELATIVE VISCOSITY
• The calibration of the flow element used in this instrument is dependent on the
viscosity of the gas being used. The viscosity of the gas is entered in units relative to
air @ 20ºC.
• Set to 1.000 for use with air.
• See page 84 for the relative viscosity of commonly used gases.

RELATIVE DENSITY
• Only displayed when mass flow units are selected, e.g. kg/h or g/s.
• This is necessary to calculate mass flow. The density of the gas is entered in units
relative to air at 20ºC.
• Set to 1.000 for use with air.
• See page 84 for the relative density of commonly used gases.

CALORIFIC VALUE
• Only displayed when flow units are set to display power, e.g. W, kW, BTU/h or
kBTU/h. This value is necessary to calculate the correct power.
• Enter a value in MJ/m3.

CAL. VALUE
• Only when the cal. check option is enabled in the Global Settings menu.
• This is the measured flow value that is automatically stored for the master gas jet
when a 'learn calibration' test is run.

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TEST O/P A-H
• For each of up to eight outputs, define when the output is active.
• Options:
o OFF: The output is not activated for this test.
o ON: The output is active for the whole of the test
o STANDBY: The output is only active whilst the test is selected but has not been
started. The output is deactivated when the test is started.
o TEST: The output is only active once the test is started

TEST O/P I-P

• Outputs I-P are eight simple outputs I-P outputs that may be selected to be on (1) or
off (0) for each test. e.g. “10100000” for outputs I,J,K,L,M,N,O,P.
• The outputs are activated as soon as the test is selected.

FEEDBACK A-H
• Define which feedback inputs are required from the jigging before the test is run.
• Each of up to eight possible inputs may be selected on (1) or off (0), e.g. to wait for
inputs A and C the setting will be “10100000”.
• Note that the feedback inputs must be configured in the I/O Configuration menu.

FEEDBACK TIMEOUT
• The default feedback timeout is set to 0.0 which disables the timeout function. The
instrument will display “Awaiting Feedback” until the correct feedback is applied or
the test is reset.
• When the feedback inputs are not used for jigging they may be used to check signals
from test components. If the correct feedback is not supplied within the feedback
timeout period then the test ends with a FEEDBACK FAIL result.

EXTERNAL FAIL
• Allows an external signal, for example a pressure switch, to be monitored during the
test. An External Fail result is given if the signal is not in the expected state during
the test.
• Note that the input function must be defined in the i/o configuration menu.
• Options:
o NO: External fail is not used for this test.
o ON: The input is expected to be active during the test time.
o OFF: The input is expected to be inactive during the test time.
o CHANGE: The input is checked at standby and is expected to change state
before the test stage starts.

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Pressure Test Parameters
FLOW UNITS
• Choose the engineering units for the flow display. The units available depend upon
the instrument range.
• Note that flow units may include Watts, kW, BTU/h and kBTU/h which require the
calorific value of the gas to be entered, and Mass Flow units of kg/h and g/s which
require relative density to be entered. Calorific value and relative density appear later
in this menu.

PRESSURE UNITS
• Choose the engineering units for the pressure display. The units available depend
upon the instrument range.

READ
• When a test is started and the fill & stabilise times have expired (if set) the flow and
pressure readings are filtered during the delay time. The first reading is displayed at
the end of the delay time. This option selects whether the test ends after this single
reading or if readings are to be continuously updated until the test is ended.
• Options:
o Single: Normally used for fast test times or for test items that require no
adjustment while testing. The first reading and test result is given at the end
of the delay time and the test ends. Care must be taken to ensure that the
readings will be stable when the result is taken.
o Continuous: Normally used where the test item can be adjusted to set the
appropriate flow or pressure conditions. The first reading is displayed with
pass/fail lamps at the end of the delay time, then the readings and pass/fail
lamps are continuously updated. The end of the test depends upon the
Continue-On condition in the product data and the validation time set below.

PURGE
• When changing between gases of different densities it may be necessary to purge
the system of a previous gas before testing with a new one. This option may help
with purging through the instrument. When enabled, it repeatedly operates the
internal auto-zero and range valves during the fill time to help transfer the gas
through the system. See the section on Using Gases Other Than Air.
• Options: No, Yes.

REGULATOR 2
• Selects the second internal regulator (if fitted), or an external regulator. Electrical or
pneumatic outputs may be programmed to select an external regulator. When an
automatic regulator is fitted it will be set to approximately the nominal pressure value
below when regulator 2 is selected.
• Options: No, Yes.

NOMINAL PRESSURE
• Set the nominal test pressure. This may be used in conjunction with the tolerance
setting to determine fail levels when Pressure is set to Tolerance in the Global
Settings menu. When an automatic regulator is fitted it will be set to approximately
the nominal pressure value when regulator 2 is selected.
• This value is used to control the Air Save function which is active when a vacuum
test is running.

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PRESSURE TOLERANCE
• Only shown if Pressure is set to Tolerance in the Global Settings menu.
• Set the upper and lower test limits as a percentage band centred on the nominal
pressure. The tolerance check is disabled if set to 100%.

PR. LOW
PR. HIGH
• Only shown if Pressure is set to Levels in the Global Settings menu.
• Set the lower and upper test limits.
• Setting the low level to zero disables the low limit.
• Setting the high limit to full scale disables the high limit.

FLOW TYPE
• Options:
o STD: The standard flow is displayed.
o JET: The following correction is made: where: Pstd is the standard pressure
Pt is the test pressure
Pstd + Pt T
JetFlow = Flow   Patm is atmospheric pressure
Patm + Pt Tstd T is the test temperature
Tstd is the standard temperature

o ATM.: The flow at atmospheric conditions is shown, i.e. at the current

temperature and atmospheric pressure. This may be used to check the
instrument against a calibrated leak that makes no corrections.

X10 FLOW
• Only shown for instruments fitted with the dual range flow option.
• Options:
o NO: The x1 range is selected to measure the full instrument range.
o YES: Selects the x10 range for higher sensitivity. The flow measurement will
be limited to 1/10th of the full instrument range.
o AUTO: Starts the test on the x1 range and automatically switches to the x10
range if the flow is less than 9.5% of the x1 range. When the x10 range is in
operation it will switch to the x1 range if the flow exceeds the x10 range. Note
that there will be a 330ms delay when a range switch occurs.

NOMINAL FLOW
• Only shown if Flow is set to Tolerance in the Global Settings menu or an automatic
regulator is fitted.
• Set the flow that is to be the centre of the pass band.

FLOW TOLERANCE
• Only shown if Flow is set to Tolerance in the Global Settings menu.
• Set the upper and lower test limits as a percentage band centred on the nominal
flow. The tolerance check is disabled if set to 100%.

FLOW LOW
FLOW HIGH
• Only shown if Flow is set to Levels in the Global Settings menu.
• These set the lower and upper test limits.
• Setting the low level to zero disables the low limit.
• Setting the high limit to full scale disables the high limit.
• Levels below zero are uncalibrated unless the Bidirectional Flow option is fitted.

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FILL TIME
• This is used for applications where it is necessary to fill a test item faster than the
restriction of the LFE allows. At the start of the test the LFE is bypassed with a valve
(normally external to the instrument). The bypass output is turned ON after the fill
time expires and OFF at the end of the test, i.e. it is reverse acting.
• The fill time may be from 0 to 999.9 seconds.

STABILISE TIME
• Set a time after the test has been started to allow for the readings to become stable
before measurements are made. Care must be taken in determining the time. It is
normally set up by repeatedly testing a known good test item and adjusting for the
shortest time that gives repeatable readings.
• The stabilise time may be set from 0 to 999.9 seconds.
• Note: if the auto zero is active then it occurs after the stabilise time.

DELAY TIME
• The measured values are digitally filtered during the delay time and only displayed
after the delay time has expired. This determines the end of a single-shot test. For
continuous tests the filtered pressure and flow values will be updated continuously
until the validation condition has been met.
• The delay time may be set from 0.2 to 999.9 seconds.

VALID TIME
• The validation timer is only used with ‘continuous’ tests to ensure that the continue-
on condition (set in the product data menu) is valid for a known time before ending
the test. This is useful when making manual adjustments.
• The validation timer is used for continue on pass, fail, and result. It is not used for
continue on start.
• The timer is restarted any time that the continue-on condition is not met such that the
continue-on condition must be true continuously for the set time. When the time is set
to zero the test ends after a single reading matches the continue-on condition.
• The validation timer may be set from 0.0 to 999.9 seconds.

VENT TIME
• The vent time should be set if an external vent valve is fitted to the system. The time
must be long enough to allow the pressure in the test item to decay to a safe level to
ensure that the test item is not unclamped while pressurised.

RELATIVE VISCOSITY
• The calibration of the flow element used in this instrument is dependent on the
viscosity of the gas being used. The viscosity of the gas is entered in units relative to
air @ 20ºC
• Set to 1.000 for use with air.
• See page 84 for the relative viscosity of commonly used gases.

RELATIVE DENSITY
• Only displayed when mass flow units are selected, e.g. kg/h or g/s.
• This is necessary to calculate mass flow. The density of the gas in entered in units
relative to air at 20ºC.
• Set to 1.000 for use with air.
• See page 84 for the relative density of commonly used gases.

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CALORIFIC VALUE
• Only displayed when flow units are set to display power, e.g. W, kW, BTU/h or
kBTU/h. This value is necessary to calculate the correct power.
• Enter a value in MJ/m3.

CAL. VALUE
• Only when the cal. check option is enabled in the Global Settings menu.
• This is the measured flow value that is automatically stored for the master gas jet
when a 'learn calibration' test is run.

TEST O/P A-H

• For each of up to eight outputs, define when the output is active.
• Options:
o OFF: The output is not activated for this test.
o ON: The output is active for the whole of the test
o STANDBY: The output is only active whilst the test is selected but has not been
started. The output is deactivated when the test is started.
o TEST: The output is only active once the test is started

TEST O/P I-P

• Outputs I-P are eight simple outputs I-P outputs that may be selected to be on (1) or
off (0) for each test. e.g. “10100000” for outputs I,J,K,L,M,N,O,P.
• The outputs are activated as soon as the test is selected.

FEEDBACK A-H
• Define which feedback inputs are required from the jigging before the test is run.
• Each of up to eight possible inputs may be selected on (1) or off (0), e.g. to wait for
inputs A and C the setting will be “10100000”.
• Note that the feedback inputs must be configured in the I/O Configuration menu.

FEEDBACK TIMEOUT
• The default feedback timeout is set to 0.0 which disables the timeout function. The
instrument will display “Awaiting Feedback” until the correct feedback is applied or
the test is reset.
• When the feedback inputs are not used for jigging they may be used to check signals
from test components. If the correct feedback is not supplied within the feedback
timeout period then the test ends with a FEEDBACK FAIL result.

EXTERNAL FAIL
• Allows an external signal, for example a pressure switch, to be monitored during the
test. An External Fail result is given if the signal is not in the expected state during
the test.
• Note that the input function must be defined in the i/o configuration menu.
• Options:
o NO: External fail is not used for this test.
o ON: The input is expected to be active during the test time.
o OFF: The input is expected to be inactive during the test time.
o CHANGE: The input is checked at standby and is expected to change state
before the test stage starts.

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Input/Output Test Parameters
TEST TIME
• Just sets a time delay between the start and end of the test.
• An external input signal may be used to terminate the test before the test time
expires. This must be defined in the i/o configuration menu.

TEST O/P A-H

• For each of up to eight outputs, define when the output is active.
• Options:
o OFF: The output is not activated for this test.
o ON: The output is active for the whole of the test
o STANDBY: The output is only active whilst the test is selected but has not been
started. The output is deactivated when the test is started.
o TEST: The output is only active once the test is started

TEST O/P I-P

• Outputs I-P are eight simple outputs I-P outputs that may be selected to be on (1) or
off (0) for each test. e.g. “10100000” for outputs I,J,K,L,M,N,O,P.
• The outputs are activated as soon as the test is selected.

FEEDBACK A-H
• Define which feedback inputs are required before the test is allowed to run. The
feedback signals will typically be used to indicate correct positioning of the jig.
• Each of up to eight possible inputs may be selected on (1) or off (0), e.g. to wait for
inputs A and C the setting will be “10100000”.
• Feedback is checked after the test outputs A-H have been activated.
• Note that the feedback inputs must be configured in the I/O Configuration menu.

FEEDBACK TIMEOUT
• The default feedback timeout is set to 0.0 which disables the timeout function. The
instrument will display “Awaiting Feedback” until the correct feedback is applied or
the test is reset.
• When the feedback inputs are not used for jigging they may be used to check signals
from test components. If the correct feedback is not supplied within the feedback
timeout period then the test ends with a FEEDBACK FAIL result.

EXTERNAL FAIL
• Allows an external signal, for example a pressure switch, to be monitored. An
External Fail result is given if the signal is not in the expected state at the end of the
test time.
• Note that the input function must be defined in the i/o configuration menu.
• Options:
o NO: External fail is not used for this test.
o ON: The input is expected to be active at the end of the test time.
o OFF: The input is expected to be inactive at the end of the test time.
o CHANGE: The input is checked at standby and is expected to change state
before the test time ends.
• Also see the External Pass signal for USER I/P A-H in the i/o configuration menu.

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 GLOBAL SETTINGS MENU
These settings are common to all products and all tests.

LANGUAGE
• Set the language for display and print-out messages.
• Options: ENGLISH, FRENCH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH, POLISH, CZECH.

CAL. CHECK
• Enable or disable the calibration check feature.
• Options:
o NO: Disable the calibration check feature and remove the calibration check
entries from the Global Settings, Test Data, and Help menus.
o YES: Enable the calibration check feature which is detailed in a separate
section in this guide – see page 85.
o GLOBAL: Enable the calibration check feature with a global calibration value.
The gain change required for alignment of calibration is applied to all tests.
This is useful when several products or assemblies are to be tested in
succession with the same gas.

LEARN CAL.
• Only when the cal check feature is enabled
• This allows the flow value of the master gas jet to be learned and stored at
commissioning time.
• Options:
o NO: Disables the 'learn calibration mode'
o YES: When a calibration check is started, a 'learn calibration' test is run. This
uses the current product data to obtain a flow reading, but then stores the
flow reading as the calibration for the test. Note: this option is automatically
set back to 'No' when a successful learn is completed.

CAL. TOL.
• Only when the cal check feature is enabled.
• This limits the calibration-check gain change to a percentage of the learned value. If
the gain change required to realign calibration exceeds this level then a fault is given.
• The limit may be set from 1.0% to 20.0%

PRODUCT
• Select the product data to be used from a list of named and numbered products. This
will be overwritten if the operator, BCD input or barcode input, changes the product.

ALTER PRODUCT
• Enable the operator or the BCD inputs to select the product data to be used for
testing.
• Options:
o NO: The product to test can only be selected from the Product entry above.
This can be pass-code protected if required.
o FRONT PANEL: The front panel may be used to select the product to test
when the instrument is at standby. Press the ‘?’ function button and choose
Select Product, and then choose from the list of named products.
Alternatively, the UP/DOWN buttons will increase or decrease the selected
product number.
o BCD INPUT: Product selection is made from the external BCD inputs.

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PRODUCT LAMPS
• Enable the product result to be displayed on the front-panel lamps and on the
detailed display when the product has two or more steps. This is most helpful if
continue on result or continue on fail is used, when it is possible for the final step
result to be pass but the product result is fail.
• Options:
o NO: The instrument behaves like older instruments – the lamps show the
result of the each step as it completes. At the end of the sequence the lamps
show the result of the final step.
o YES: The lamps show the result of each step as it completes. At the end of
the vent time of the last step of the sequence the lamps and the detailed
display show the product result. For product fail, both red lamps are lit.

REQUIRE OPERATOR ID
• This option determines if a new operator ID is required after the instrument is power
cycled.
• Options:
o NO: any existing operator ID will continue to be used.
o YES: a new operator ID is required when the instrument is powered cycled. If
the barcode menu is configured for operator ID then a new barcode scan is
required, otherwise the operator will be prompted to enter an ID.

FLOW
• Choose how the test limits for flow are to be set in the Test Data menu.
• Options:
o LEVELS: The upper and lower limits are set as two discrete levels.
o TOLERANCE: The fail limits are set as a ± tolerance around a nominal value.

FLOW DISPLAY
• Choose the format of the flow reading.
• Options:
o C.Z.: Centre Zero – positive and negative flows are displayed. Although the
FCO752 is usually only calibrated for positive flow it does indicate
approximate values for negative flow. This may be useful for rough checks, or
as an indication of instability when measuring close to zero.
o L.H.Z.: Left Hand Zero normally shows only positive flow values. This may be
beneficial if a particular part of a test generates a negative flow that is not of
interest. However, if the lower flow fail limit is set below zero then the value
will be displayed if the fail limit is reached. When reverse-flow is used with a
bidirectional flow instrument, only negative flow values are shown.

FLOW DISPLAY RESOLUTION

• The FCO752 has a 4-digit display for the flow value, which may give too much
resolution for some applications. To reduce the apparent resolution you may set this
parameter to the number of digits to round to, e.g. set to 5 for the leak reading to
round to the nearest 5 digits.

PRESSURE
• Choose how the test limits for pressure are to be set in the Test Data menu.
• Options:
o LEVELS: The upper and lower limits are set as two discrete levels.
o TOLERANCE: The fail limits are set as a ± tolerance around a nominal value.

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PRESSURE DISPLAY RESOLUTION
• The FCO752 has a 4-digit display for the pressure value, which may give too much
resolution for some applications. To reduce the apparent resolution you may set this
parameter to the number of digits to round to, e.g. set to 10 for the pressure reading
to round to the nearest 10 digits.

FILTER
• Digital filtering may be applied to the pressure and flow readings to reduce the
displayed noise due to turbulent pressure / flow signals. The filter time constant may
be set between 0.0 and 9.9 seconds. Note that the response to a step change is
approximately 5 times the time constant.

ORIFICE PRESSURE
• Define the pressure to be used for correction of the flow through the Laminar Flow
Element back to atmospheric pressure.
• Options:
o EXT: The external pressure measured from the sense port at the rear of the
instrument is used to correct the flow readings. The pressure sense must be
connected close to the Laminar Flow Element, otherwise the difference
between the orifice pressure and the sense pressure will cause inaccuracy in
the flow readings.
o ATM: The orifice is assumed to be at the atmospheric pressure set in ATM.
PRESS. below. No correction is made for the test pressure.
o ABSOLUTE: This option is only presented if the instrument is fitted with the
optional absolute pressure sensor. The sensor is usually used to measure
atmospheric pressure, but this option allows it to be used to measure the
absolute pressure at the LFE. External pipework must be in place for this.
▪ It is assumed that the test item is fully vented to atmosphere while the
instrument is at standby. When this option is selected the atmospheric
pressure value in Global Settings is only updated when the instrument
is at standby and only if the value has been stable for 5 seconds.
o When this option is selected the result data used for communications, printer
output and data logging will show the absolute pressure at the LFE rather
than atmospheric pressure.

ATM. PRESS.
• This is used to set the current atmospheric pressure.
• Flow readings are normally corrected for absolute pressure. The value entered here
is used to convert all gauge pressures to absolute. For the most accurate flow
readings this value of atmospheric pressure should be corrected daily. There is a
purchase option for a built-in atmospheric pressure sensor that updates this value
automatically.
• The atmospheric pressure may be set from 700 to 1100mb.

STD. TEMP.
• The displayed flow reading is normally corrected back to standard temperature and
pressure. The standard temperature is usually 20°C, but 15°C is also common. The
standard temperature can be changed here if required between 0ºC to 25ºC.

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TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION
• Options:
o No: This allows the instrument to be used in the event of a faulty temperature
sensor or if flow measurement at working conditions instead of at standard
conditions is required
o Yes: The flow readings are corrected by the measured temperature of the gas
to give flow readings that are standardised to the standard temperature, also
set in the Global Settings menu, typically 15ºC or 20ºC. Corrections are also
made for viscosity changes so the relative viscosity must be set in the product
data menu.

A.REG METHOD
• Only shown when an automatic regulator is fitted.
• Choose the auto regulator control method.
• Options:
o Type 1: this is the method used by older firmware. The auto-regulator has
nominal calibration for pressure, however high flow levels may cause
pressure drop through the pipe-work between the regulator and the test item.
This control method corrects for the pressure drop and remembers the
correction on a test-by-test basis. When a subsequent test is run the
correction is applied from the start so it should stabilise faster.
o Type 2: this method will always start from a low pressure and ramp the
regulator towards the required test pressure. This control method will
potentially set the auto-regulator to a much higher pressure than is measured
at the test item to achieve a faster fill time for large test items; each test has a
setting that must be set to avoid excessive pressure overshoot.
o Type 3: this is a variation of Type 2 control that makes less aggressive
corrections. Type 3 control may be useful where the test item changes its
characteristics while pressure is being changed.

A.REG. UPDATE
• Only shown when an automatic regulator is fitted.
• Sets the sample rate for the auto regulator control loop between 0.1 and 9.9
seconds. This is particularly useful to improve stability with large volumes that take
longer to build up to pressure.

PERSISTENT MENUS
• Enable or disable the persistent menu feature.
• Options:
o No: Each time a menu is entered the first menu entry is displayed.
o Yes: Menu positions are remembered each time they are entered.

END ON GROSS
• Only applies to flow tests.
• Options:
o No: the test runs for the programmed test times.
o Yes: the test ends immediately if the test pressure goes out of limits during
the stabilisation, delay or test times.

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RESET ON PASS
• Only applies to single-shot tests.
• Options:
o No: You must reset the test before a new test can be started. The test result
is held until reset.
o Yes: automatically resets to 'Ready' if a Pass occurs. The result is held for the
Reset Delay time before being cancelled. You may start a new test at any
time.

RESET ON FAIL
• Only applies to single-shot tests.
• Options:
o No: You must reset the test before a new test can be started. The test result
is held until reset.
o Yes: automatically resets to 'Ready' if a Fail occurs. The result is held for the
Reset Delay time before being cancelled. You may start a new test at any
time.

RESET DELAY
• When automatic Reset On Pass or Reset On Fail is used the result lamps and
outputs are held active at the end of a test for the time set here, then they are
automatically cancelled. If you do not want to automatically cancel the lamps and
outputs then set the time to zero.

AUTO ZERO
• The FCO752 performs automatic zero compensation of its flow transducer to improve
accuracy of flow readings. The abbreviation A.Z or A/Z is used to indicate auto-zero.
The auto-zero function takes approximately 1.5 seconds.
• Options:
o No: This may be useful when the auto-zero is controlled from an external
signal or communications.
o Start: The A/Z operates at the start of each product during the first step.
o End: The A/Z operates at the end of each product.
o Step: The A/Z operates at each step of a product.
o Timed: The A/Z operates at the interval set by A.Z. TIME. Note that when the
auto-zero function occurs, the instrument's display is frozen for approximately
two seconds. This freezing of the display may cause difficulty in automated
testing.
o Start+Timed: This is a combination of Start and Timed as described above.

A.Z. TIME
• When Timed A.Z. is used the interval time is set here. The time period resets
whenever an auto zero occurs. The interval time may be set from 30 seconds to 999
seconds.

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GRAPH TIME
• This sets the time-base of the instantaneous graphical display when scrolling occurs.
o Single-shot tests have a fixed known operating time so the time-base of the
graph can be set by the test timers. Continuous flow and validated tests have
an unknown end point so the time-base can not be fixed in the same way.
o For continuous and validated tests the time-base is initially set by the fill,
stabilise and delay times so that the best detail is available. Once the graph
fills it scrolls to keep the most recent readings on the display e.g. if set for 30
seconds the display will scroll to show the most recent 30s worth of readings.
o A tick is shown on the graph to indicate the point at which the time-base
changed.

STATUS LINE
• The bottom line of the display is used for status indication. You can choose what is
displayed for normal operation.
o Blank: the status line is unused.
o Counters: shows pass and fail counters.
o %Counters: show pass and fail counters as a percentage
o Barcode: shows the last scanned barcode
o Serial No.: shows the current serial number.
o Batch ID: shows the current batch ID from the batch menu.
o Operator ID: shows the current operator ID from the batch menu.

AUTO SLEEP
• The Auto Sleep feature may be used to save energy / air consumption. If the
instrument is left at the ‘Ready’ state with no keyboard activity, after the time set here
it will turn off all outputs and power-down. Press the power button to turn the
instrument back on. Set the time to zero to disable this feature. External valves may
be required for maximum effect.
• Options: Time between 0 (disabled) and 120 minutes.

FCO752 ID
• Assign an 8 character identifying description/code to this FCO752.
The ID defaults to value based on the instrument’s serial number but can be changed
if required. It may be included in printed or logged results.
• Note that this value does not get sent or received by Fbus Communication as part of
Global Settings. It can only be set via this menu.

DISPLAY CONTRAST
• Adjust the display for differing viewing angles or conditions.
• Options: Number from 1 to 16

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 I/O CONFIGURATION MENU
These settings are generally for interfacing to automatic jigging. The standard instrument
has 16 electrical outputs, 12 electrical inputs and two pneumatic outputs. There are
purchase options for an additional 16 electrical outputs + 12 inputs, and for an additional 3
pneumatic outputs.

The FCO752’s digital inputs and outputs are configurable for many functions. To simplify the
task of setting up the FCO752, inputs and outputs are assigned as groups of signals, or
banks. Inputs have banks of 4 signals while outputs have banks of 8 signals. Many functions
are naturally grouped, for example BCD inputs and outputs. Where signals are not naturally
grouped you can have a ‘user defined’ bank and assign the individual signals of that bank.

The input/output configuration is common to all tests.

Inputs
The FCO752 has 12 electrical inputs as standard. There is purchase option to increase this
to 24 inputs. The inputs are programmable in banks of four. The first four inputs default to
basic remote-control functions but may be reprogrammed as required. The Inputs menu also
defines how the instrument is controlled and how external sensors should work.

START/RESET
• Options:
o Front Panel: The front panel start/reset buttons are enabled and the external
start/reset inputs are disabled. Start and Reset signals may also be provided
by Fbus Communications or a barcode reader.
o Remote Control: The front panel start and reset buttons are disabled and
external start/reset inputs must be used. The default configuration assigns
inputs 1-4 for basic functions, using input 1 for reset and input 2 for start. Start
and Reset signals may also be provided by Fbus Communications or a
barcode reader.
o Disabled: Start or Reset is not allowed from the front panel buttons or the
remote control inputs. Start and Reset signals can only be provided by Fbus
Communications or a barcode reader.
o Both: The front panel start/reset buttons are enabled at the same time as the
remote control start/reset inputs. Start and Reset signals may also be
provided by Fbus Communications or a barcode reader.

VENT SENSOR
• When a vent valve with a position sensor is used, the FCO752 can monitor the
sensor to ensure that the valve has operated before running a test.
• Options:
o No: The sensor is not monitored.
o Yes: When the vent output is activated the instrument will wait for an external
signal. If a signal is not received within 0.4s a fault is reported. The default
configuration assigns inputs 1-4 for basic functions, using input 4 for the vent
sensor.
o Combo 1-4: For advanced applications, the vent valve may be operated via a
Combo logic output rather than directly from the vent function. In this case you
must identify which Combo number is used so that the sensor is checked
correctly.

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BYPASS SENSOR
• When an LFE bypass valve is fitted it may optionally have a valve sensor that may be
used to ensure correct operation.
• Options:
o No: The instrument does not check for a valve sensor.
o Yes: The instrument checks that the valve sensor has operated correctly and
is in the correct position while testing. A user-defined input must be
configured for the external sensor.
o Combo 1-4: For advanced applications, the bypass valve may be operated
via a Combo logic output rather than directly from the bypass function. In this
case you must identify which Combo number is used so that the sensor is
checked correctly.

JIG SENSOR
• The FCO752 can monitor a switch that is incorporated into a jig clamp to only allow
the test item to be pressurised when the switch is closed.
• When the instrument is waiting for a signal it will display Jig Open.
• Options:
o No: The jig sensor is not monitored.
o Yes. After the FCO752 activates the jig output it will wait for a signal before
continuing. The default configuration assigns inputs 1-4 for basic functions, using
input 3 for the jig sensor.
o Combo 1-4: For advanced applications, the jig may be operated via a Combo
logic output rather than directly from the jig function. In this case you must identify
which Combo number is used so that the sensor is checked correctly.

JIG DELAY
• After the jig pilot is operated there is a programmable time delay before the test starts
to allow jig mechanisms to actuate. If the jig sensor is used then the delay starts after
the contact is sensed.
• Options: Number from 0.00 to 9.99 seconds.

INPUT BANKS 1-4, 5-8, 9-12, 13-16, 17-20, 21-24

• The diagram below shows how any of the input banks may be ‘connected’ to the
instrument’s input functions. Note that inputs 1-4 default to basic remote-control
functions but they may be reconfigured for other purposes if required.
PHYSICAL INPUTS
INPUT FUNCTIONS
REAR PANEL I/P 1-4 FCO752
CONNECTORS BASIC FUNCTIONS SOFTWARE
Reset, Start, Jig, Vent Sensor

BCD x1
I/P 5-8
/4

BCD x10
/4
I/P 9-12

BCD x100
/4

OPTIONAL
FEEDBACK A-D
I/P 13-16 /4

FEEDBACK E-H
/4
I/P 17-20

USER A-D
/4

I/P 21-24
USER E-H
/4

SELECT IN I/O
CONFIGURATION MENU

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 • Options:
o UNASSIGNED
The bank is not used.
o BASIC FUNCTIONS
Four inputs are configured for the basic remote control functions of:
RESET, START, JIG SENSOR and VENT SENSOR
o BCD X1
o BCD X10
o BCD X100
For product selection by BCD inputs, assign an input bank to use for each
BCD digit required.
 Four binary coded inputs are required to represent each decimal digit of
the product. Although binary can represent values 0 to 15 with 4 bits,
Binary Coded Decimal only uses values 0-9 for each decimal digit.
 If you have less than 100 products then you do not need to assign an
input bank for the BCD X100 digit. If you have less than 10 products then
you do not need to assign an input bank for the BCD X10 digit.
 The BCD inputs are in 8-4-2-1 order, for example if inputs 5-8 are
configured for BCD X1 then input 5 is BCD 8, input 6 is BCD 4, input 7 is
BCD 2 and input 8 is BCD 1.
 The BCD inputs must be enabled for use by setting Alter Product in the
Global Settings menu.
o FEEDBACK A-D
o FEEDBACK E-H
Each test may be set to check for a feedback signal from the jigging or test
item before it is allowed to run. When feedback signals are required, assign
the input bank(s) to use. If you have less than five feedback signals you only
need assign one bank.
o USER I/P A-D
o USER I/P E-H
Signals that do not naturally form a bank may be grouped into one or two
user-defined banks. The individual User Inputs A-H are configured below.

USER I/P A-H

• Define the usage of each of the eight programmable inputs functions. These are only
used if an input bank is assigned for User I/P A-D or E-H.
• Options:
o UNASSIGNED
The input is not used.
o EXTERNAL FAIL
This may be used, for example, to monitor an external pressure switch during
a test.
o EXTERNAL PASS
For use with the Input/Output test type. When this is selected the Input/Output
test must receive an external pass signal at the end of the test time otherwise
the test fails. No settings are required in the test data menu.
o END I/O TEST
For use with the Input/Output test type. The test will terminate as soon as this
signal is received, overriding the test time. This would typically be used to
synchronise with signals from external equipment.
o CALIBRATION CHECK
Instigates a calibration check cycle when the instrument is at standby.

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 o TRIGGER RESULT
By definition, continuous tests do not end and therefore do not give a final
result for printing or communications. This input may be used to trigger the
generation of a result. The test will continue to run as normal.
o BCD 100
This may be useful when an entire input bank is not available for the BCD
X100 digit. Any spare single input may be used for the 100 selection.
o BCD 200
This may be useful when an entire input bank is not available for the BCD
X100 digit. Any spare single input may be used for the 200 selection.
o ZERO PRESSURE
Zero the pressure transducer when the instrument is at standby. You must
ensure that pressure is removed before using this.
o AUTO ZERO
Perform a flow auto zero cycle when the instrument is at standby.
o INHIBIT A.Z.
This may be used to inhibit the programmed operation of the autozero
function. For example, to increase throughput a control system may elect to
autozero only after a number of tests rather than at every test. The signal
should be held active for the entire test when autozero is not required.
o JIG SENSOR
o VENT SENSOR
These may be useful when the Basic Functions bank is programmed for
alternate use.
o BYPASS SENSOR
Assign an input for use with an external sensor fitted to the LFE bypass valve.
The bypass sensor function must be enabled for use.
o START
RESET
These may be used for remote control when the Basic Functions bank is
programmed for an alternate use. Reset is fail-safe active low.
o RESET+
This active high reset input is for applications that require it. This is not
normally recommended.

INT. SENSOR A
INT. SENSOR B
• Some instruments have internal valves with valve sensors. These inputs will be set
during production and should not need to be changed.

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Outputs
The FCO752 has 16 electrical outputs as standard. There is purchase option to increase this
to 32 outputs. The outputs are programmable in banks of eight. The first eight outputs
default to basic remote-control functions but may be reprogrammed as required.

OUTPUT BANKS 1-8, 9-16, 17-24, 25-32

• Any output bank can be linked to any function block.

OUTPUT FUNCTIONS

FCO752 BASIC FUNCTIONS

SOFTWARE /8

PHY SICAL OUTPUTS

EXTENDED RESULTS
/8
1-8 REAR PANEL
CONNECTORS
BCD 01-99
/8

BCD x100
/8

9-16
STEP OUTPUTS 1-8
/8

STEP OUTPUTS 9-16

/8

OPTIONAL
TEST PROGRAMMED 17-24
/8

SIMPLE TEST
PROGRAMMED /8

USER PROGRAMMED
/8 25-32

PASS/FAIL 1-4
/8

PASS/FAIL 5-8
/8

FEEBACK RESULT
STATUS /8

SELECT IN I/O
CONFIGURATION MENU
Options:
o UNASSIGNED
The bank is unused.
o BASIC FUNCTIONS
The eight outputs are configured for the normal basic needs of the leak
detector, i.e. READY, FAULT, PRODUCT PASS, PRODUCT FAIL, JIG,
VENT, REG2.
o EXTENDED RESULTS
Used when individual step result outputs are required as well as product pass
and fail: PASS, FAIL HIGH, FAIL LOW, PRESSURE HIGH, PRESSURE
LOW, FLOW HIGH, FLOW LOW.
o BCD 01-99
Two BCD digits for the BCD value of the selected product – may be used to
verify that BCD inputs have been read correctly. Note that the outputs are in
the order 80-40-20-10-8-4-2-1.
o BCD X100

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 When 100 or more products are required this provides the x100 BCD digit.
Note that the outputs are in 80-40-20-10-8-4-2-1 order.
o STEP OUTPUTS 1-8
Each of the product steps 1 through 8 has a unique output.
o TEST O/P A-H
The states of outputs A to H are programmed in each test for specific jig
control in each set of test data. These need to be enabled in the Global
Settings menu.
o USER O/P A-H
The function of each of the eight outputs can be selected from a list. This may
be used for special functions or where jigging requires an output combination
that is not met by the predefined banks.
o PASS/FAIL 1-4
Used for multiple part testing. The results of steps 1 to 4 are latched until
reset. There are four pass outputs, A-D and four fail outputs E-H.
o PASS/FAIL 5-8
Used for multiple part testing. The results of steps 5 to 8 are latched until
reset. There are four pass outputs A-D and four fail outputs E-H.
o STEP OUTPUTS 9-16
Each of the product steps 9 through 16 has a unique output.
o FEEDBACK RESULT STATUS
When the feedback inputs are used it can be helpful to have an indication of
which of the A-H signals are in error.

USER OUTPUT A-H

• Define the usage of each of the eight programmable functions. These are only used if
the User Programmed function block is chosen for use by an output bank.
• Options: See the common signal source list on page 52.

PNEUMATIC OUTPUTS 1-5

• Define the usage of each of the pneumatic outputs. The standard instrument has two
pneumatic outputs with build options for up to five pneumatic outputs. These may be
used internally for some options, or made available via rear panel ports.
• Options: See the common signal source list on page 52.

PNEUMATIC OUTPUT 6
• Some variations of the instrument that have an automatic pressure regulator have an
internal valve to isolate the regulator to improve stability during the test. This
pneumatic output is normally set to ‘A.Reg Isolation’ and is used to control that valve.
Operation of the valve is programmable for more complex applications.

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Functions
This menu allows for more complex control of external interfacing. The instrument has a list
of internal signals that are considered to be logically TRUE (1) when active or FALSE (0)
when inactive. The functions in this menu can create new signals, based on those signals in
the list, that can be used for electrical or pneumatic outputs.

INVERTER 1, INVERTER 2
• The term NOT means the logical inverse of a signal, i.e. FALSE = NOT TRUE and
vice versa. These two inverters provide that simple function: their outputs are the
logical NOT of their inputs.
• The input is selected from the common signal source list on page 52.
• The output can be selected for use by the programmable pneumatic or electrical
outputs or the functions in this menu.

TIMER x TRIGGER (where x is 1 or 2)

• There are two general-purpose timers that may be used for jigging functions, e.g. to
operate a stamp. When triggered, the timer waits for the delay time then generates
an output signal for the timer time. The timer output signal can be selected for use by
the programmable pneumatic or electrical outputs or the functions in this menu.
• Select the event / output / function that starts the timer.
• Options: See the common signal source list on page 52.

TIMER x DELAY (where x is 1 or 2)

• Options: 0.00 to 9.99 seconds.
o If a delay is not required, set the delay time to zero.

TIMER x (where x is 1 or 2)
• Options: 0.00 to 9.99 seconds.
o A timer value of zero is a special case that keeps the timer active until the end
of the step.

COMBO x FUNCTION (where x is 1, 2, 3, or 4)

• There are four combinational outputs that may be used for jigging functions. These
apply a logical function to two signals from the common signal source list to give a
new output signal. The combo function block should be considered as having two
inputs and one output. The inputs to the function are chosen below. The output can
be selected for use by the programmable pneumatic or electrical outputs or the
functions in this menu. The combo function can be selected from:
o OR output active if either input 1 OR input 2 is active
o AND output active if both input 1 AND input 2 are active
o NOR output inactive if either input 1 OR input 2 is active
o NAND output inactive if both input 1 AND input 2 are active
o XOR output active if only one of the inputs is active (exclusive OR)
o XNOR output inactive if only one of the inputs is active

COMBO x INPUT 1
COMBO x INPUT 2 (where x is 1, 2, 3, or 4)
• Define the signals to input to the combo function.
• Options: See the common signal source list on page 52.

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 Common Signal Source List
UNASSIGNED TEST O/P E
ON TEST O/P F
VENT TEST O/P G
JIG TEST O/P H
LFE BYPASS INVERTER 1
REGULATOR 2 INVERTER 2
X10 FLOW TIMER 1
STANDBY TIMER 2
READY COMBO 1
FILL COMBO 2
STABILISATION COMBO 3
TEST COMBO 4
AWAITING START WARNING SYSTEM
AWAITING RESET END OF TEST
FAULT AIR SAVE
PRESSURE LOW BATCH COMPLETE
PRESSURE HIGH BARCODE REQUIRED
FLOW LOW CALIBRATION CHECK
FLOW HIGH AUTOREG ISOLATION
PRODUCT RESULT BCD 100
PRODUCT PASS BCD 200
PRODUCT FAIL USER I/P A
STEP RESULT USER I/P B
STEP PASS USER I/P C
STEP FAIL USER I/P D
STEP FAIL HIGH USER I/P E
STEP FAIL LOW USER I/P F
TEST O/P A USER I/P G
TEST O/P B USER I/P H
TEST O/P C
TEST O/P D

Note that the step results become active before the final product result is available. They
should not be used to determine when testing has ended – use the product result or the end
of test signal instead. If the instrument is reset before the product result is available then the
test is aborted before it finishes and the product result will be fail.

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 FBUS SETTINGS MENU
The FCO752 can communicate with a computer/PLC using the Fbus protocol. Application
software is available from Furness Controls such as the FCS432 Fbus utility and the
FCS487 data logger. The Fbus protocol is documented separately from this user guide.

Select the Fbus communications port and configure it to match the computer/PLC that the
FCO752 is to be connected to.

* Note that the front-panel USB-B port has its own independent Fbus communications
channel, meaning that it can be used at the same time as another port configured in this
menu. It can always be used for Fbus Communications regardless of the port setting here or
elsewhere. When the port is set to USB in this menu the ID and response delay from this
menu are used, otherwise the ID is fixed as 01 and the response delay is fixed at 10ms.

PORT
• Note that a port might not be listed if the optional hardware is not fitted or if the port is
already selected for use in the Printer Settings menu.
• Options:
o DISABLED: Fbus communications is not available on this channel *.
o RS232: Uses the 9 way D rear panel connector.
o USB: Uses the front panel USB-B connector.
o RS485: (optional) uses the rear screw terminal connector.
o LAN: (optional) uses the local area network connector.

ID NUMBER
• Assign a unique identification number to this instrument for Fbus communications in
the range 01 to 99.

BAUD
• The baud rate is the speed that data is sent via the RS232 or RS485 ports. This
option is not displayed for LAN or USB.
• The baud rate must be the same on the FCO752 and device being connected.
• Options: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200.

PARITY
• Select the number of data bits and type of parity checking to use when sending data
via the RS232 or RS485 ports. This option is not displayed for LAN or USB.
• The parity setting must be the same on the FCO752 and device being connected.
• Options:
o 8,NONE: 8 eight data bits and no parity.
o 7,ODD: 7 data bits plus odd parity.
o 7,EVEN: 7 data bits plus even parity
o 8,ODD: 8 data bits plus odd parity
o 8,EVEN: 8 data bits plus even parity
• Note that extended symbols/characters are a subset of code page 1252 and require
8 data bits.
• Generally, 8 bits with no parity is preferred for use with older instruments that do not
support 8 bits plus parity. Only use 7 data bits when compatibility with older
instruments is necessary and parity is required and you do not use extended
characters.

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RESPONSE DELAY
• This is used to delay the instrument’s response to a communication command. It is
typically for use with 2-wire RS485 connections to allow the master device some
additional time to disable its transmitter and prepare for the reply, but the delay
applies to any port that is selected. The delay may also be useful with PLCs.
• The delay may be set from 0 to 50ms.

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 PRINTER SETTINGS MENU
Select the printer port and configure it to match the printer that the FCO752 is to be
connected to. The printed output may also be useful for simple PLC or computer interfacing.

PORT
• Note that a port might not be listed if the optional hardware is not fitted.
• Options:
o DISABLED: Printing is not available.
o RS232: Uses the 9 way D rear panel connector. It is possible to connect both
a printer and a barcode reader to this port if an appropriate cable is used. In
this case the baud rate and parity will be the same for both devices.
o USB: Uses the front panel connector. Note that this will not drive a USB
printer because the FCO752 is a USB peripheral device, however it may be
useful to print-out to a PC or PLC.
o RS485: (optional) uses the rear screw terminal connector.
o LAN: (optional) uses the local area network connector.

BAUD
• The baud rate is the speed that data is sent via the RS232 or RS485 ports. This
option is not displayed for LAN or USB.
• The baud rate must be the same on the FCO752 and device being connected.
• Options: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200.

PARITY
• Select the number of data bits and type of parity checking to use when sending data
via the RS232 or RS485 ports. This option is not displayed for LAN or USB.
• The parity setting must be the same on the FCO752 and device being used.
• Options:
o 8,NONE: 8 eight data bits and no parity.
o 7,ODD: 7 data bits plus odd parity.
o 7,EVEN: 7 data bits plus even parity
o 8,ODD: 8 data bits plus odd parity
o 8,EVEN: 8 data bits plus even parity
• Note that extended symbols/characters are a subset of code page 1252 and require
8 data bits.

AUTO LINE FEED

• Set for compatibility with printers that add spacing between lines of print, or for
printing to a PC.
• Options:
o YES: At the end of every print line the FCO752 sends a line-feed. If the
printer also has auto line-feed turned on it will print double-spaced. This is the
usual setting for connection to a PC.
o NO: The FCO752 does not send a line-feed at the end of a line. If the printer
does not add a line feed then all lined of print are printed on top of each other.

MARGIN
• Allows custom printed data to be positioned horizontally on the paper, for example to
line up labels. Up to 60 character spaces may be inserted.

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BLANK LINES
• Prints a number of blank lines after custom printed result data. This allows results
from consecutive tests to be separated and can also be used to align labels when
using a label printer. Up to 20 blank lines may be added.

SEND EOF
• When a PC or PLC is capturing printed data from the FCO752 it may be useful to
add an “End Of File” character at the end of the printed data. The EOF character may
be represented as <Ctrl Z>, 0x1a, chr$(26) etc.
• Options: NO, YES.

SEND ON
• Determines the conditions that allow the data to be printed at the end of a test.
• Options:
o RESULT: The data is printed at the end of the test.
o PASS: The data is only printed if the test resulted in a pass.
o FAIL: The data is only printed if the test resulted in a fail.

SEND AS
• Selects the fixed format or custom format for the printed data.
• Options:
o FIXED: the data is sent in a single line of ASCII code in a set format
consisting of step number, result, pressure value, and leak value for each
step. CR is always sent, with LF and EOF optional, as configured.

Step Pass/Fail Test Press. T. P Units Flow Flow Units Termination

xxx xx xxxxxxxx xxxxx xxxxxxxx xxxx x x x
01, P, 0.4000, kPa , -0.1, L/M CR LF EOF

o CUSTOM 1: This allows the printed result to be customised using the

settings below. The print-out consists of a header block followed by up to
sixteen step results, then an optional footer block and optional blank lines.
Each value is preceded by a label, e.g. “DATE 2021-04-15”.
o CUSTOM 2: As for Custom 1, but without the labels, e.g. “2021-04-15” This is
useful for programmable printers that process the printed output before
printing.
o CUSTOM 3: This is a ‘fixed’ custom format. Choose what to print from the
options below. Header lines are printed without labels. Each step section is
printed on a single line with fixed field widths. CR is always sent, with LF and
EOF optional. The result field includes a two-digit code that indicates the
cause of a failure, e.g.
Step Result Leak Lk Units Fail Limit Limit Units Termination
xxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxxx x x x
1, P00, 14.2, cc/m 20.0, cc/m CR LF EOF

Pass/Fail codes
P00 Pass F04 Press. High F08 Cal check High
F01 Flow Low F05 Invalid F09 External Fail
F02 Flow High F06 Product Fail F10 Feedback Fail
F03 Press. Low F07 Cal check Low

o ZPL II FORM: This is for use with Zebra® printers using the ZPL II® language.
The printer must be configured to use a predefined form. The FCO752’s
printed output supplied the data to fill the form. The custom settings below
determine which values are sent to the form.

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The following menu entries define the custom format…

Header section:
LINE 1→6
• Up to six lines of user defined text may be added to the printed header (or footer).
• Options: Enter a line of text (up to 16 characters long).
• If the first character of any line is a backslash ‘\’ then the next character is used for
additional control of printed output. This is rarely necessary but may help with
unusual printing requirements. This limits the text line to 14 characters,
o \P The rest of the text line is only printed if the result is Pass.
o \F The rest of the text line is only printed if the result is Fail.
o \> The rest of the text line appears in the footer instead of the header.
o \p The rest of the text line is only printed in the footer if the result is Pass.
o \f The rest of the text line is only printed in the footer if the result is Fail.
• A double quote character cannot be entered directly but \’ may be used instead.
• A backslash anywhere else in the text ends the line without adding a CR. This allows
two or more lines to be concatenated. If you need to print a backslash use two: ‘\\’.

The following menu entries all have Yes/No options to determine whether the value is
printed or not.

SEND LINE 1→6 Choose any combination of the six user defined text lines
DATE
TIME
FCO752 ID From the Global Settings menu
PRODUCT ID From the Product Data menu
PRODUCT No. The product number
BATCH ID From the Batch Settings menu
OPERATOR ID From the Batch Settings menu
BARCODE ID From the Product Data menu
SERIAL No. From the bar code scanner or internal serial number.
TEST COUNTER
PRODUCT RESULT

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Step Section, repeated for all steps

TEST ID From the Test Data menu

TEST No. The test number
RESULT Step result, e.g. PASS, -FAIL 1, +FAIL 1, INVALID
PRESSURE Test pressure and engineering units
FLOW Flow value and engineering units
FAIL LOW Lower fail limit and engineering units
FAIL HIGH Higher fail limit and engineering units
ATM. PRESSURE. Note that if the optional atmospheric pressure sensor is not
fitted this value is set manually in the global settings menu.
TEMPERATURE The temperature measured at the LFE. Note that if
temperature compensation is disabled then this is the
standard temperature set in the global settings menu.

Footer section:
Any of the text lines 1-6 may be placed here instead of the header using special characters
at the start of the text line (see Line1-6 above). This is rarely necessary but may help with
unusual printing requirements. The optional blank lines will be after this section.

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 BARCODE & SERIAL No.
The barcode reader may be used for automatic product selection and / or logging of a serial
number, operator ID or batch ID with test results. The barcode scan may be used to start the
test automatically.

A serial number is included in test results for printing or data logging. The serial number may
be provided from a barcode scanner or from an auto-incrementing counter generated by the
FCO752. If the serial number is to be provided by a barcode the instrument will not start a
new test until a serial number has been scanned.

Information may be extracted from barcodes of up to 64 characters in length. Larger

barcodes may be scanned, but anything after the 64th character is discarded. An ASCII
Carriage Return character terminates the barcode.

The barcode input can be a single barcode containing all of the required information, or
multiple barcodes with different information. Character masks are used to validate the scans.

Barcodes STARTFC and RESETFC may be used to start and reset the instrument. For
example, using code 3 of 9:

*STARTFC* *RESETFC*
Note that there is a Check Barcode utility available in the utilities menu that may be helpful
when configuring the barcode reader.

PORT
• Note that a port might not be listed if the optional hardware is not fitted. Although all
ports are available for selection the barcode reader would usually be connected to
the RS232 port.
• Options:
o DISABLED: The barcode reader is not available.
o RS232: Uses the 9 way D rear panel connector. It is possible to connect both
a printer and a barcode reader to this port if an appropriate cable is used. In
this case the baud rate and parity will be the same for both devices.
o USB: Uses the front panel connector. Note that it is unlikely to be useful with
a barcode reader because the FCO752 is a peripheral device, however it may
be useful with a PC or PLC.
o RS485: (optional) uses the rear screw terminal connector.
o LAN: (optional) uses the local area network connector.

BAUD
• The baud rate is the speed that data is sent via the RS232 or RS485 ports. This
option is not displayed for LAN or USB.
• The baud rate must be the same on the FCO752 and device being connected.
• Options: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200.

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PARITY
• Select the number of data bits and type of parity checking to use when sending data
via the RS232 or RS485 ports. This option is not displayed for LAN or USB.
• The parity setting must be the same on the FCO752 and device being used.
• Options:
o 8,NONE: 8 eight data bits and no parity.
o 7,ODD: 7 data bits plus odd parity.
o 7,EVEN: 7 data bits plus even parity
o 8,ODD: 8 data bits plus odd parity
o 8,EVEN: 8 data bits plus even parity

SERIAL No. TYPE

• Options:
o AUTO ON RESULT: The six digit serial number is automatically incremented
after every result and appended to a prefix.
o AUTO ON PASS: The six digit serial number is automatically incremented after
every pass and appended to a prefix.
o BARCODE: The barcode scanner provides the entire serial number. The six digit
counter is not used.

PREFIX
• Not displayed when the serial number type is Barcode.
• This is used with the auto-incrementing counter. Up to sixteen characters may be
added to the front of the serial number. Trailing space characters are not included in
the serial number, however a backslash character ‘\’ may be used to stop the
removal of trailing spaces, e.g. a prefix of “Serial No: \” would produce a serial
number such as “Serial No: 123456”.

SERIAL No.
• Not displayed when the serial number type is Barcode.
• This is the auto-incrementing number. You may set the initial value, and thereafter it
will be incremented after each test according to the Serial No. Type setting.

SERIAL No. START

• Only displayed when the serial number type is Barcode.
• Define the position of the first character of the serial number within the barcode text.
• Options: 1 to 64.

SERIAL No. MASK

• Only displayed when the serial number type is Barcode.
• The scanned serial number is checked against a mask pattern to validate it. Any
fixed characters in the serial number should be entered in the mask – these must be
matched exactly. The ‘wild card’ characters shown below may be used to match
numeric or alphabetic characters. If the scanned serial number is not validated it is
rejected. The serial number may be up to 20 characters.
• The ‘wild card’ characters are:
o # 0 to 9 or # required
o & A-Z or & required (upper or lower case is accepted)
o ? A character is required but the actual character is not checked.
o Space Character position is not checked.

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 o ^ Anywhere within the mask it means the same as ‘?’
At the end of the mask it means “match any or no character”.
Normally the number of scanned characters must match the
number of characters in the mask. The use of ^ allows variable
length barcodes.

SELECT PRODUCT
• Determines if a barcode is used for product selection.
• Options:
o NO: Product selection is not available from barcode.
o YES: The barcode is checked for product selection but it is not required to
start testing.
o REQUIRED: A valid product barcode must be scanned before every product
test cycle.

PRODUCT START
• Define the position of the first character of the product ID within the barcode text. The
Product Data menu has a barcode ID ‘mask’ for each product to define the content
that must be matched to select a product.
• Options: 1 to 64.

BATCH ID
• Determines if a barcode is used to enter the Batch ID in the Batch Menu.
• Options:
o NO: The batch ID is not set from a barcode. The batch ID is set manually in
the batch menu.
o YES: The barcode is checked for a batch ID but it is not required to start
testing.
o REQUIRED: A valid batch ID barcode must be scanned before every product
test cycle.

BATCH ID START
• Define the position of the first character of the batch ID within the barcode text.
• Options: 1 to 64.

BATCH ID MASK
• The scanned barcode is checked against the mask pattern for a batch ID. Any fixed
characters in the batch code should be entered in the mask – these must be matched
exactly. The ‘wild card’ characters may be used to match numeric or alphabetic
characters. If the scanned batch code matches the mask, it is used. Batch IDs may
be up to 16 characters.
• The ‘wild card’ characters are:
o # 0 to 9 or # required
o & A-Z or & required (upper or lower case is accepted)
o ? A character is required but the actual character is not checked.
o Space Character position is not checked.
o ^ Anywhere within the mask it means the same as ‘?’
At the end of the mask it means “match any or no character”.
Normally the number of scanned characters must match the
number of characters in the mask. The use of ^ allows variable
length barcodes.

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OPERATOR ID
• Determines if barcode is to be used to enter an Operator ID.
• Options:
o NO: The Operator ID is not available from barcode.
o YES: The barcode is scanned for an Operator ID but it is not required to start
testing. If no Operator ID is detected, the previous Operator ID is used.
o REQUIRED. A valid Operator ID barcode must be scanned before every
product test cycle.

OPERATOR ID START
• Define the position of the first character of the Operator ID within the barcode text.
• Options: 1 to 64.

OPERATOR ID MASK
• The scanned barcode is checked against the mask pattern for an Operator ID. Any
fixed characters in the Operator ID should be entered in the mask – these must be
matched exactly. The ‘wild card’ characters may be used to match numeric or
alphabetic characters. If the scanned Operator ID code matches the mask, it is used.
Operator IDs may be up to 16 characters.
• The ‘wild card’ characters are:
o # 0 to 9 or # required
o & A-Z or & required (upper or lower case is accepted)
o ? A character is required but the actual character is not checked.
o Space Character position is not checked.
o ^ Anywhere within the mask it means the same as ‘?’
At the end of the mask it means “match any or no character”.
Normally the number of scanned characters must match the
number of characters in the mask. The use of ^ allows variable
length barcodes.

START ON SCAN
• When the expected barcode data has been read the instrument can be commanded
to automatically start a test.
• Options: No, Yes.

SCAN ON FAIL
• When a product fails, a custom fail code may be entered into the result data for
communications, printing, or data logging. This may be used to identify a specific
reason for the failure. The instrument will prompt the operator to scan a fail code.
o The fail code must be a two-digit number which replaces the Product Result.
o Codes 00 and 06 are reserved for Product Pass and Product Fail
respectively, so you should not use these.
o If the instrument is reset when waiting for the fail code to be scanned the
default Product Fail code 06 will be used.
• Options: No, Yes.

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 WARNING SYSTEM
The Maintenance Early Warning System (MEWS) may be used to aid planned maintenance.
When a warning occurs it is shown on the status line of the display and an electrical output
may be used to drive an external warning lamp or connect to a PLC for example. If the LAN
option is fitted it is possible to configure and email to be sent when a MEWS alarm occurs.

Choose a sub-menu to set the view the latest values or set the limits:

• LATEST VALUES
Any warnings that are currently active will flash.
o Consecutive Fails: the number of product fails since the last product pass.
o Flow Zero: The flow transducer is sensitive and its zero point may shift if it is
overloaded. The instrument is able to tolerate this to a large degree, but
eventually may stop with a fault. MEWS may be used to give a warning
before the instrument fails.
o Logged Data: This may be used to warn that the data logger memory is
nearly full so that the data may be off-loaded.
o Calibration Due: it is recommended that the calibration of this instrument is
checked annually, or as often as your quality system demands. This value is
a display of the number of days left before calibration is due. If the value is
negative then calibration is over-due.

• LIMITS
o Consecutive Fails Set to zero to disable this warning.
o Flow Zero Set as a percentage of the fault level.
o Logged Data Set as a percentage of memory capacity. Set to zero
to disable this warning.
o Calibration Due Set how many days’ notice is required in advance
of the calibration is due date. The calibration due date
is set in the Utilities menu.

• WARNING CODES
When a warning is shown on the display one of the following codes is given:
o M03: Flow Zero
o M04: Logged Data
o M05: Calibration Due
o M06: Consecutive Fails

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 SECURITY MENU
The FCO752 may be configured to stop unauthorised changes to the test parameters. If you
select this menu when the instrument is locked you will be asked to enter the security code
before continuing.

LOCK
• Lock or unlock data entry. When locked you will be asked for a security code before
changing data. When unlocked you are reminded each time you exit the menu
system.
• Options:
o NO, unlocked
o SUPERVISOR, all settings are locked.
o OPERATOR, all settings locked except those that an operator requires, e.g.
the batch control menu and the calibration check option in the help menu.

SECURITY CODE
• Allows the user to set a personal security code.
• Options: 4 digit numeric password from 0000 to 9999.
• If the code is forgotten it can be checked or changed via Fbus communications, or by
Furness Controls service personnel.

OFF BUTTON
• This allows the off button to be enabled of disabled.
• Options:
o NO: The off button is disabled. The instrument can only be powered down by
removing the external power.
o YES: The off button is enabled and the instrument may be shut down.

ALERT IF UNLOCKED
• The instrument normally displays a message when exiting the menus with security
unlocked. This may be considered unnecessary if a decision is made not to use the
instrument’s security system.
• Options:
o NO: no warning is given.
o YES: the warning message is displayed briefly.

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 TIME & DATE
The date and time may be included in printed and logged results. This menu allows the time
and date to be set.

DATE
• The date is set in the format yyyy-mm-dd.

TIME
• The time is set in 24 hour format as hh:mm:ss

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 DATA LOGGER
The FCO752 has a built-in data logger that may be used to log test results locally rather than
using a computer to log each result. The logged data may then be transferred from the
instrument to a computer at a more convenient time.

The data logger has about 1MB of storage. Most of the logged data is stored in a
compressed format so the resulting output may be much larger than this. The number of
results that can be stored depends upon the number of steps required to test the product
and what information is logged. The Fbus Utility software may be used to upload the logged
data to a PC via the usual serial/USB/LAN ports. Alternatively, the data may be printed.

The logged data is output in standard CSV format suitable for reading with a spreadsheet or
database. Each record of logged data comprises a single header section followed by result
data for each of the steps required to test the product. Each line of the resulting CSV data
contains one record.

The MEWS warning system may be used to notify when the data logger memory is nearly
full so that the data can be removed before the logger fills. See the Warning System menu.
When the data logger memory fills, the oldest data is erased to continue logging the newest
data.

The Data Logger menu allows you to enable and disable the data logger and choose what
data to log. The Functions sub-menu allows you to erase or print the logged data.

[FUNCTIONS]
• Options: Sub menu:
o ERASE DATA
When you select this option you will be prompted for confirmation before all
logged data is erased.
o PRINT LOGGED DATA
This would typically be used to send the logged data to a PC via the serial
port assigned to the printer function. Large amounts of data will take a
significant time.

LOG DATA
• Options:
o NO: disable the data logger.
o YES: log results.

LOG ON
• Determine the conditions that cause the data to be logged.
• Options:
o RESULT: The data is always logged.
o PASS: The data is only logged if the product result is pass.
o FAIL: The data is only logged if the product result is fail.

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The following menu entries all have Yes/No options to determine whether the value is logged
or not.

Header section:
DATE
TIME
FCO752 ID From the Global Settings menu
PRODUCT ID From the Product Data menu
PRODUCT No. The product number
BATCH ID From the Batch Settings menu
OPERATOR ID From the Batch Settings menu
BARCODE ID From the Product Data menu
SERIAL No. From the bar code scanner
TEST COUNTER
PRODUCT RESULT
Step Section, repeated for all steps
TEST ID From the Test Data menu
TEST No. The test number
RESULT Step result
PRESSURE Test pressure and engineering units
FLOW Flow value and engineering units
FAIL LOW Lower fail limit and engineering units
FAIL HIGH Higher fail limit and engineering units
ATM. PRESSURE. Note that if the optional atmospheric pressure sensor is not
fitted this value is set manually in the global settings menu.
TEMPERATURE The temperature measured at the LFE. Note that if
temperature compensation is disabled then this is the standard
temperature set in the global settings menu.

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 UTILITIES MENU
This menu contains features and functions that are outside the scope of normal operation,
typically for commissioning and diagnostic purposes. When security is locked this entire
menu is locked and you will be prompted for the pass code to enter.

SET ZERO PRESS.

• It is possible for the zero point of the test pressure transducer to drift over time or
with large temperature changes. This allows any drift that may occur to be corrected.
• Options:
o NO: Exit with no change.
o YES: Correct the zero offset.
Before selecting YES, TURN OFF THE AIR SUPPLY TO THE FCO752. The
instrument should have been switched on for at least 15 minutes.

CALIBRATE PRESS.
• Normal calibration is carried out at the factory and the information is stored securely
in the instrument. This information cannot be altered. However this menu allows up to
±10% adjustment for field recalibration. Since the original calibration is not changed it
can be reset as required.
o Initially the pressure reading is displayed flashing. Use the UP and DOWN
buttons to change the reading to match your calibration device, and then
press ENTER to continue.
o The resulting percentage change from original calibration is then displayed
and may be edited. Set to zero to use the original factory calibration.
o Press ENTER again to finish.

CALIBRATE FLOW
• Normal calibration is carried out at the factory and the information is stored securely
in the instrument. This information cannot be altered. However this menu allows up to
±10% adjustment for field recalibration. The original calibration is not changed it can
be reset as required.
• For dual flow range instruments a separate adjustment is provided for x1 and x10
ranges; the x10 is calibrated first, then the x1 range.
o Initially the flow reading is displayed flashing. Use the UP and DOWN buttons
to change the reading to match your calibration device, and then press ENTER
to continue. Note that the global settings are used for orifice pressure,
atmospheric pressure and temperature corrections. Relative viscosity is fixed
at 1.000. No other corrections are made. If these settings are not suitable you
may simply press ENTER to skip adjustment and enter an adjustment manually
in the next step.
o The resulting percentage change from original calibration is now displayed
and may be edited. Set to zero to use the original factory calibration.

CALIBRATION DUE
• Set the date that the next calibration check is due. This should be set each time the
instrument is calibrated so that the MEWS system can give advance warning of when
the next calibration is due.

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PRINT DATA
• This allows the instruments settings to be printed.
• Options: Sub menu:
o PRODUCT DATA
o TEST DATA
o GLOBAL SETTINGS
o I/O CONFIGURATION
o PRINTER SETTINGS
o COUNTERS
o SYSTEM INFORMATION
• Press enter to print the data. For Product Data and Test Data you are able to select
the range to print.

COPY PRODUCT DATA.

• The settings in one product can easily be replicated into other products. This allows
for faster setting up if many products use similar settings.
o Select the product to copy from and the product to copy to, then choose OK,
or press BACK to exit.
o Note that the first character of the product ID of the copied data is changed to
‘*’ to indicate that the data is not the original version and should be edited.

COPY TEST DATA.

• The settings in one test can easily be replicated into other tests. This allows for faster
setting up if many tests use similar settings.
o Select the test to copy from and the test to copy to, then choose OK, or press
BACK to exit.
o Note that the first character of the product ID of the copied data is changed to
‘*’ to indicate that the data is not the original version and should be edited.

INITIALISE DATA
• This is used to reset all data menu settings back to factory default values. You will be
prompted for confirmation before any data is changed.
• Options: NO, YES.

SET IP ADDRESS
• This is only available when a LAN port is fitted.
• The IP address must be set to suit your own network. For more detail, please refer to
the separate LAN Installation Guide.
• You may also need to change the IP address if the instrument is moved to a new
location or if a spare instrument is brought in to service.
• The subnet mask and gateway can also be configured.

VIEW TEMPERATURE
• This displays the temperature measured by the sensor attached to the flow element
in °C. If the sensor is disconnected it will display TEMPERATURE HIGH.

VIEW ATM. PRESS (optional).

• This menu is only displayed if the optional pressure sensor is fitted.
• The atmospheric pressure is displayed in mB.

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MONITOR I/O
• This allows the status of the instruments electrical inputs and outputs to be checked
live. The display shows the inputs and outputs in banks. 0 means inactive, 1 means
active. Note that the standard instrument does not have all of the displayed inputs
and outputs fitted – there is a build option for enhanced i/o.
• Inputs are grouped in banks of four.
• Outputs are grouped in banks of eight.
• Refer to the I/O Configuration menu settings for signal usage.
• Press the Esc. button to exit.

MONITOR I/O
INPUTS | OUTPUTS
1-8 0000 0000 | 10000000 1-8
9-16 0000 0000 | 01100000 9-16
17-24 0000 0000 | 00000000 17-24
| 00000000 25-32

CHECK OUTPUTS
• This allows each of the instruments outputs to be activated and deactivated when the
instrument is not testing. The display is similar to that above for Monitor I/O except
that you can edit the outputs. The inputs are displayed to show any interaction.
o Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select an output, indicated by a flashing
digit.
o Press the ENTER button to toggle the selected output on/off.
o Press the Esc. button to exit the check. All outputs are turned off when you
exit.

CHECK BARCODE
• When a barcode reader is used it can be a little complex to configure. This utility
helps by displaying the scanned data along with the extracted information. A function
button allows you edit the settings directly from this utility.
• Note: If the utility shows the scanned barcode but does not show any extracted
information, this may be due to the scanner not sending a carriage return after
the data. The barcode scanner must be configured to send a carriage return as a
terminator to the barcode. The top-right of the display alternates ‘x’ and ‘+’ when
each correctly terminated scan is received. It shows ‘!’ and ‘-’ alternately when
incorrectly terminated scans are received.

CHECK FBUS
• Monitor Fbus Communications.
• Press the Esc. button to exit this utility.

CHECK FBUS
R ID ENQ OK Err
+ 01 M000 Y

Receiving data command (CMD) Y = accepted Fbus tag of rejected data

Fbus ID for received data or enquiry (ENQ) N = not accepted
Blank = not for this instrument

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CHECK PRINTER
• Monitor printer status. This is mainly useful for checking RS232 handshake lines.
• Press the Esc. button to exit this utility.

CHECK PRINTER
T RTS CTS
+ I I

Transmitting data Request To Send Clear To Send

Output (I = active) Input (I = active)

• When the instrument has data to send it will active the RTS signal. It will not send the
data until it gets a CTS signal from the receiving equipment, e.g. printer, PLC, PC.

FLASH UPDATE
• This initiates a product firmware upgrade by downloading the new firmware from a
PC using the RS232 or USB port. You will be prompted for confirmation before the
update is initiated.
• Options:
o NO: Exit with no changes.
o YES: Restarts the FCO752 in Flash Update mode. Once this procedure is
started the instrument is commanded from the RS232 / USB port. To cancel
Flash Update mode you must remove power from the instrument, or
command it from the RS232 / USB port.

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 INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Control/Status Outputs
This detachable tension clamp terminal block accepts wire
sizes from 0.08mm2 to 1.0mm2 and requires a small flat
bladed screwdriver (2.5mm max.) to insert and remove
wires. Note that there are no screws - the screwdriver
blade is simply pushed in to release the tension clamp

24V 0V 24V Internally connected to power connector 24V pin.

0V Internally connected to power connector 0V pin.
+ 0V + Positive supply for outputs, typically 24V (requires link)
2 1
4 3 Output Default Use Programmed Function *Output
6 5 1 Ready 17
8 7 2 Fault 18
10 9 3 Product Pass 19
12 11 4 Product Fail 20
14 13 5 Jig 21
6 Vent 22
16 15 7 Reg2 23
8 24
*Optional
9 Step Pass 25
24V 0V 10 Fail High 26
+ 0V 11 Fail Low 27
18 17 12 Pressure High 28
20 19 13 Pressure Low 29
22 21 14 Flow High 30
24 23 15 Flow Low 31
26 25 16 32
28 27 The outputs are user-programmable so the default setting shown
30 29 may be changed if required.
32 31

* The second connector is not fitted as standard. There is a purchase option for enhanced i/o
that provides an additional 12 inputs and 16 outputs if required.

The transistor outputs switch the positive supply connected to the ‘+’ pin to give an active
high signal. They require a DC power supply between the + and 0V pins to operate; this is
typically the same power supply as the main instrument supply, but could be separate when
it is necessary to switch a higher or lower voltage.

The voltage between the + and 0V pins must be within the range of 12 to 45VDC. Ensure
correct polarity. Each output can source up to 120mA. If higher voltage or current is required
use an external relay.

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Control Inputs
This detachable tension clamp terminal block accepts wire sizes from 0.08mm2 to 1.0mm2
and requires a small flat bladed screwdriver (2.5mm max.) to insert and remove wires.

COM Common connection for all inputs

12 COM 0V Internally connected to power connector 0V pin
10 11 24V Internally connected to power connector 24V pin
8 9
6 7 Input Default Programmed Function *Input
4 5 Use
2 3 1 Reset 13
COM 1 2 Start 14
24V 0V 3 Jig Sensor 15
4 Vent 16
Sensor
* Optional
5 - 17
24 COM 6 - 18
22 23 7 - 19
20 21 8 - 20
18 19 9 - 21
16 17 10 - 22
15 11 - 23
14
12 - 24
COM 13 The inputs are user-programmable so the default setting shown
24V 0V may be changed if required.

* The second connector is not fitted as standard. There is a purchase option for enhanced i/o
that provides an additional 12 inputs and 16 outputs if required.

The opto-coupled inputs can be connected to active high or active low circuits since the
common can be either the positive or negative supply. The 24V DC instrument supply would
typically be used for the input circuits, however any DC supply from 5V to 24V could be
used.

Note that the reset input is fail-safe so that it must be made before instrument can start when
remote control is enabled (I/O Configuration menu). See the input connection method
diagrams in the Interfacing section of this guide.

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Analogue Output (optional)
The flow signal may be output as either 0-5V or 0-10V depending upon the order code.
The output is typically updated > 40 times per second.

PIN DESCRIPTION
6 1 2
1 0V
5 3
2 Flow Signal 4

3 N/C
4 +24V
5 Pressure Signal * View looking at
6 N/C Rear panel

* Note that the pressure signal is not available for instruments fitted with an auto-regulator.

The analogue outputs are unsigned so vacuum is output as an equivalent pressure, and for
bidirectional flow instruments, reverse flow is output as an equivalent forward flow.

Output Voltage Vs. Pressure

Output Voltage Vs. Flow
(8 Bar instrument)
10 10
Output Voltage (V)

Output Voltage (V)

0 0
-1 0 4 8 -FS 0 +FS
Pressure (Bar) Flow

Output Voltage Vs. Flow

10
x10 Range
Output Voltage (V)

x1 Range

For dual-range flow instruments, each range

is 0-10V. A digital output can be used to
indicate which range is in use.

0
0 10% +FS
Flow

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RS232 Output
Note: RS232 connection to the instrument must be made using screened cable with
the screen connected to a metallic shell of the 'D' connector at the instrument end.
View looking at rear panel PIN INPUT/OUTPUT
1 No connection
1 5 2 Rx receive (input)
6 9
3 Tx Transmit (output)
4 DTR Data Terminal ready (output)
5 Ground
9-way 'D' plug 6 No connection
7 RTS Request to send (output)
8 CTS Clear to send (input)
9 No connection

Typical Fbus Connections

When used for Fbus Communications, no handshake signals are used. The only
connections required are Tx, Rx and GND. However, a commonly available cross-over cable
is often used for convenience.

Typical Printer Connections

When used for printer output, the CTS handshake signal is required by the instrument to
allow data to be sent. Only Tx, CTS and GND connections are required. However, a
commonly available cross-over cable is often used to provide RTS/CTS handshaking,
particularly with a PC or PLC. When used with a serial printer, you must check the printer’s
specification because printer connections can vary significantly from device to device.

Typical Printer + Barcode Reader Connections

It is possible to use the RS232 port for both a barcode reader and a printer. Connect the
barcode reader’s Tx and GND pins to the FCO752 as shown, in addition to the normal
printer connections:

FCO752 D Connector Printer Barcode Reader

9-way 9 -way 9-way

2 Rx 2 Tx
3 Tx 2 Rx
5 GND 5 5 GND
8 CTS 4 DTR

Example cross-over cable, often known as a Null Modem cable:

FCO752 D Connector COMPUTER D Connector

9-way 9-way

2 Rx 3 Tx
3 Tx 2 Rx
5 GND 5 GND
7 RTS 8 CTS
8 CTS 7 RTS
4 DTR 6 DSR
6 DSR 4 DTR

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RS485 Output (optional)
Note: RS485 connection to the instrument must be made using screened cable with
the screen connected to the chassis of the computer/PLC.

View looking at rear panel PIN INPUT / OUTPUT

5 5 GND
4 4 RX B
3 RX A
3
2 TX B
2 1 TX A
1

5-way screw terminal

Typical RS485 Connections

Multi-drop 4 wire RS485 system showing adaptors to connect to the RS232 ports of a PC
and other Furness Controls equipment.

PC 2xx/7xx
series instrument
RS232
9 way D Plug 9 way D Plug

RS232 RS232

9 way D Socket 73x series 9 way D Socket

7xx series instrument
K2 Adaptor K2 Adaptor
SW2 & SW3 are ON
instrument (pre 2006) SW2 is ON
All other switches OFF. RS485 RS485 All other switches OFF.
9 way D Socket Screw terminals 9 way D Socket 9 way D Socket
8 3 2 7 5 1 2 3 4 5 8 3 2 7 5 8 3 2 7 5
RX A
RX B

RX A

RX B

RX A

RX B

RX A

RX B
TX A
TX B

TX A

TX B

TX A

TX B

TX A

TX B
GND

GND

GND

GND

Twisted pair Twisted pair Twisted pair

Twisted pair Twisted pair Twisted pair

Screen

Dev ices should be connected using screened twisted pair cable,

The K2-TB adaptor uses which has at least two twisted pairs. Either the screen or an
K2-TB Adaptor screw terminals instead additional wire can be used to connect the ground pins.
Screw terminals of a 9-way D connector to Cables can be either looped in and out of the connectors, or
1 2 3 4 5 simplif y the wiring. terminal boxes can be used to allow a spur to be taken f rom the
RX A

RX B
TX A

TX B

GND

main cable to each dev ice.

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 INTERFACING TO A JIG

Bypass and Vent valve configuration

Pneumatic Outputs
P1 (Jig) P2 (Vent) P3 P4 P5
AIR SUPPLY REGULATOR
MIN. 5BAR/MAX. 10BAR SUPPLY

Optional Pneumatic Outputs

REGULATED VACUUM
AIR OUT SUPPLY

- +1 +2 + -
Laminar Flow Pressure
Sensor

V1 = BYPASS VALVE
V2 = EXHAUST VALVE V2 V1

TE S T ITE M
Flow Element

• In the I/O Configuration – Outputs menu, set pneumatic output P1 = “LFE Bypass”
and P2 = “Vent”.
• The flow element is bypassed in standby and during the fill stage. The valve is turned
on during stabilise and test stages.
• The stabilise time must be set long enough for the flow measurement to be established
after the bypass valve is turned on.

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Electrical input connection methods

ACTIVE HIGH CIRCUITS

SWITCH OR RELAY CONTACTS PNP PROXIMITY SWITCH/TRANSISTOR DRIVE

FCO7xx FCO7xx

I/P I/P
10K 10K
SWIT CH
+24VDC OR RELAY +24VDC

I/P COMMON I/P COMMON

ACTIVE LOW CIRCUITS

SWITCH OR RELAY CONTACTS NPN PROXIMITY SWITCH/TRANSISTOR DRIVE

FCO7xx FCO7xx
I/P COMMON I/P COMMON

SWIT CH
+24VDC OR RELAY +24VDC
I/P I/P
10K 10K

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Control Input Circuits
Separate buttons:
Note that the reset input is fail-safe and must therefore use a normally closed switch.

FCO7xx CONNECTOR
START

START

RESET
+24V DC
RESET

I/P COMMON

If these signals are supplied from a PLC the Ready signal can be used to check that the start
and reset signals have been actioned, otherwise the minimum timings below should be
observed.

50mS Min.

START
Up to 30mS

READY

RESET
20mS Min.

Single Switch:
This method cannot use the auto-reset or continue-on-start features. The start signal is
permanently connected and the instrument is controlled by the reset input. The reset input is
fail-safe so the position shown is for the reset state. The switch needs to be in the start
position for the whole of the test. At the end of the test the switch may be returned to the
reset position. For continuous test mode, connect the START input to the instrument’s
READY output instead of +24V and switch RESET to +24V as shown.

FUNCTION FCO7xx CONNECTOR

START

START
+24V DC RESET
RESET

I/P COMMON

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Connecting to a PLC

FCO7xx PLC

INTERNAL +24V DC
+24V DC
CONNECT T HE OUT PUT
SUPPLY AS APPROPRIAT E
+

O/P
I/P

0V
0V

PLC WITH ACTIVE HIGH I/P

FCO7xx PLC

INTERNAL +24V DC
CONNECT T HE OUT PUT +24V DC
SUPPLY AS APPROPRIAT E
+

O/P
I/P

0V
0V

PLC WITH ACTIVE LOW I/P

FCO7xx OUTPUTS CAN BE CONNECTED

TOGETHER AS SHOWN TO GIVE
FAIL AN 'OR' FUNCTION.

FAIL O/P

FAULT

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 DIGITAL I/O EXAMPLES

INPUTS
Example 1: use BCD signals to select a product, e.g. from a BCD coded switch or a PLC.
o assign I/P 5-8 as BCD x1 to select 1 of 10 products using 4 signals.
o in order to select up to 99 products, assign another input bank as BCD x10.
o in order to select up to 300 products, assign another input bank as BCD x100.
o Set the Alter Product option in the Global Settings menu to BCD Input.
Example 2: if you need BCD selection of more than 99 products, the BCD x100 input bank
may use two or three inputs that you need for something else. Rather than use
the BCD x100 bank, define the BCD 100 / BCD 200 inputs as part of a user-
defined bank.
o assign inputs 1-4 as USER I/P A-D to get four user defined inputs.
o set USER I/P A as RESET if you want to retain its default function.
o set USER I/P B as START if you want to retain its default function.
o set USER I/P C as BCD 100
o set USER I/P D as BCD 200 if you need more than 199 products.
Example 3: use sensors to check that jigging is in position, for example pneumatic cylinders
with position sensors.
o assign I/P 5-8 as FEEDBACK A-D and connect the sensors to I/P 5-8.
o Set the required feedback in the test data menu. The test will wait for the
sensors to be in position before running.
Example 4: use external equipment to cause this instrument’s test to fail, regardless of its
own test result.
o assign I/P 5-8 as USER I/P A-D to get four user defined inputs.
o set USER I/P A as EXTERNAL FAIL
o Enable external fail in the test data menu - the other equipment activates
input 5 to fail this test.

OUTPUTS
Example 1: use BCD signals to indicate the current product.
o assign O/P 9-16 as BCD 01-99 using 8 signals.
o assign O/P 17-24 as BCD x100 if needed.
Example 2: if you need BCD indication of more than 99 products, the BCD x100 output bank
may waste outputs that you need for something else. Rather than use the BCD
x100 bank, define the BCD 100 / BCD 200 outputs as part of a user-defined
bank.
o assign O/P 17-24 as USER O/P A-H to get eight user defined outputs.
o set USER O/P A as BCD 100
o set USER O/P B as BCD 200 if you need more than 199 products.
Example 3: use an electrical output to drive a lamp when the instrument is waiting for a
barcode scan.
o assign O/P 9-16 as USER O/P A-H to get eight user defined outputs.
o set USER O/P A as BARCODE REQUIRED

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Example 4: use an electrical output to indicate if the analogue output for flow is for the x1
range or x10 flow range.
o assign O/P 9-16 as USER O/P A-H to get eight user defined outputs.
o set USER O/P B as X10 FLOW.

FUNCTIONS
In the following examples we will assume that an output bank has been assigned in the I/O
Configuration - Outputs menu as USER O/P A-H giving us 8 individual outputs to use.

Inverter 1 and Inverter 2

Example 1: create an output to indicate NOT READY.
o In I/O Configuration – Functions
• Select READY as the Inverter 1 signal.
o In I/O Configuration – Outputs
• Set User Output A to Inverter 1.

Timer 1 and Timer 2

Two timers are provided that may be triggered by one of the instrument’s signals to generate
a timed output signal. The timer output can be delayed if required.

Optional Timer Delay Timer output

Trigger signal

Example 1: generate a 1 second pneumatic output pulse to drive a pass marking stamp.
o In I/O Configuration – Functions
• Select PRODUCT PASS as the Timer 1 Trigger.
• Set Timer 1 delay to zero.
• Set Timer 1 to the required pulse time, e.g. 1.00 Sec.
o In I/O Configuration – Outputs, set Pneumatic 3 to Timer 1.

Example 2: generate an electrical output pulse at the end of testing (E.O.T. output).
o In I/O Configuration – Functions
• Select END OF TEST as the Timer 1 Trigger.
• Set Timer 1 delay to zero.
• Set Timer 1 to the required pulse time, e.g. 1.00 Sec.
o In I/O Configuration – Outputs, set User Output B to Timer 1.

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Combos 1 to 4
Four combinational logic blocks are provided (combos). Each combo accepts two inputs
signals that are combined to give a single output. With two inputs there are four possible
input combinations. How the inputs are combined is determined by the function: OR, AND,
XOR, NOR, NAND, XNOR.

OR/NOR truth table AND/NAND truth table

INPUTS OR OUTPUT NOR OUTPUT INPUTS AND OUTPUT NAND OUTPUT
0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1
0 1 1 0 0 1 0 1
1 0 1 0 1 0 0 1
1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0

XOR/XNOR truth table

INPUTS XOR OUTPUT XNOR OUTPUT
0 0 0 1
0 1 1 0
1 0 1 0
1 1 0 1

Test-programmable outputs A-H or simple test-programmable outputs I-P are often used
with Combos to control jigging specific to a particular test.

Example 1: Generate a vent signal only for a specific test.

o In the test data menu, set Test O/P A to TEST.
o In I/O Configuration – Functions
• Set Combo 1 Function to AND.
• Set Combo 1 Input 1 to Vent.
• Set Combo 1 Input 2 to TEST O/P A.
o In I/O Configuration – Outputs, set User Output A to Combo 1.
• This will give an electrical vent signal during the normal vent time of any
test that has O/P A set to TEST.
o If using a vent sensor, set the Vent Sensor option to Combo 1 in the I/O
Configuration – Inputs menu.

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 USING GASES OTHER THAN AIR
The calibration of the FCO752 is dependent on the viscosity of the gas but not on the gas
density. However the density of the gas can affect the maximum flow for the FCO752 before
non-linearity occurs.

There are two causes of density change, the first is the gas type, and the second is the gas
pressure. For any gas, the instrument will show increasing non-linearity for flows above the
maximum gas flow value Qmax

Relative Viscosity of the Gas Standard Pressure

Where : Qmax = Instrument Full Scale  
Relative Density of the Gas Absolute Test Pressure
The relative viscosity and relative density values are taken from the Gas Properties table
below.

When using gases other than air it is important that the orifice is mounted at the same height
as the instrument with no loops or dips in the interconnecting pipes. If the gases in the
measuring pipes are of different density the effects due to gravity may cause a zero error
that cannot be removed by the instrument’s automatic zero function. In these cases the only
way to ensure that the pipes are full of the same gas is to purge them with the operating gas.
There is a purge function in test data that may help achieve this.

Gas Properties
Note: All figures given are based on measurements at 20ºC, 1013mb.

Gas Type Rel. Viscosity Rel. Density

Air 1.000 1.000
Ammonia (NH3) 0.547 0.595
Argon (Ar) 1.224 1.380
Butane-i (C4H10) 0.408 2.064
Butane-n (C4H10) 0.403 2.073
Carbon dioxide (CO2) 0.808 1.528
Carbon monoxide (CO) 0.960 0.967
Ethane (C2H6) 0.506 1.047
Ethylene (C2H4) 0.561 0.974
Helium (He) 1.077 0.138
Hydrogen (H2) 0.485 0.070
Methane (CH4) 0.605 0.555
Neon (Ne) 1.711 0.696
Nitrogen (N2) 0.970 0.967
Nitrous Oxide (N2O) 0.807 1.528
Oxygen (O2) 1.117 1.106
Propane (C3H8) 0.441 1.549
Test Gas G20 0.605 0.555
Test Gas G25 0.656 0.612
Sulphur dioxide (SO2) 0.691 2.253

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 CALIBRATION CHECK

General Description
By using a Laminar Flow Element, the FCO752 flow meter is capable of accurately
measuring gas flows over an extremely wide range. To achieve the most accurate results
the viscosity, temperature, and absolute pressure of the gas must be known as it passes
through the Laminar Flow Element.

In the gas industry, obtaining a viscosity value for the gas may be problematic due to the
variation in the ratio of its component gases during the day. One solution would be to use an
online gas viscometer, however this is not done in practice as commercial gas viscometers
are not widely available and they yield poor accuracy.

Atmospheric pressure can also vary on a daily basis. The FCO752 has an option to be able
to measure this, but it does add to the cost of the flow meter.

It is common practice to periodically connect a known master gas jet to a flow meter and
adjust either the viscosity value or the instruments gain control to compensate for daily
variations in viscosity and atmospheric pressure. This process is time consuming and
consequently is normally only performed when operators start to experience a higher
number of rejects than normal. At this stage, the adjustment is needed urgently as
production has usually stopped and a supervisor is called to perform the adjustment.

The FCO752 simplifies this process allowing the re-alignment of calibration to be safely
performed on a routine basis by the operator.

Installation
Master gas jet
At least one master jet is needed. This should be fitted with the same connector as the
normal test items to allow for quick and easy connection and precludes the need for a valve
in the test line. It may be necessary to hold more than one master jet to accommodate the
range of gas types and test pressures used.

If flammable gases are being used, consideration must be given to the safe disposal of the
gas discharged from the master gas jet, as it is not burnt during the calibration check.

Enable the calibration check feature

The calibration check feature is disabled by default to simplify the menus for those not using
it. Enable the feature in the Global Settings menu.

Calibration button
A contact closure on the Control Input connector may be used to instigate a calibration
check. The connector should be wired to a momentary push button that can be mounted
close to the operator (ideally next to the calibrated master gas jets). This is a programmable
input function that must be configured for use - see the I/O Configuration menu for details.

Alternatively the Help Menu or Fbus communications may be used to instigate a calibration
check. Note that the Help Menu option is at ‘Operator’ security level.

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Interfacing with a jig
The calibration check signal operates at the same time as the jig signal for calibration check
tests. An electrical or pneumatic output may be configured to operate other equipment - see
the I/O Configuration menu for details.

Operation
Before using the Calibration check facilities of the FCO752, it must be fully commissioned for
the products being tested. Once the stabilisation and delay times, nominal gas viscosity and
pressure correction options have been established, a master gas jet can be attached to the
system and its calibration value can be learnt.

Learning the calibration

To allow a master gas jet to be used for different pressures and gases, the flow through the
gas jet must be learnt for each product being used.
➢ Connect the flow meter to a master gas jet instead of a test item.
➢ Set the “Learn Cal.” option to yes. This is located at the start of the Global Settings
menu.
➢ Instigate a 'learn calibration' test, e.g. by pressing the calibration button.
➢ Once the learn is complete, use the reset button to reset the flow meter.
The flow reading for the master gas jet must be between 2.5% and 95% of the flow meter's
range to be acceptable. If the calibration learn was successful, the measured flow value is
stored as the calibration value in the test data menu and the test’s gain correction is
initialised. If the current product has more than one step the viscosity and gain correction is
copied to all of the steps. If the global setting menu has ‘Cal. Check’ set to Global, all 300
tests are updated. The calibration value is only stored in the first step.

If the flow rate for the master gas jet is known and the value stored into the test data does
not agree, the stored calibration value can be altered manually. However, the flow meter will
only allow calibration checks when the measured flow is within a set tolerance of the learnt
flow. If the learnt value is more than a couple of percent from the marked value on the gas
jet, it is better to alter the gas viscosity value in the test and repeat the learn process to
obtain the correct value.

Once the ‘learn process’ is completed. The “Learn Cal.” Option in the Global Settings menu
is automatically turned off.

Calibration Check
Once the calibration value has been learnt, a calibration check can be instigated at any time
to re-align the flow meter’s calibration to the master gas jet.
➢ Connect the flow meter to a master gas jet instead of a test item.
➢ Instigate a calibration check, e.g. by pressing the calibration button.
➢ Once the check is complete, use the reset button to reset the flow meter.
If the check was successful, the gain correction factor for the test is modified to ensure the
flow meter readings agree with the stored cal flow reading. If the current product has more
than one step the viscosity and gain correction is copied to all of the steps. If the global
setting menu has ‘Cal. Check’ set to Global, all 300 tests are updated.

If the check needed to alter the gain by more than a set percentage from nominal, then a
calibration fault message is displayed and no gain corrections are made. One possible
cause of this is that the wrong gas pressure, gas type or master jet is being used for the
check. The default acceptable tolerance is 10% but this may be changed in the Global
Settings menu.

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 BI-DIRECTIONAL FLOW
Standard Instruments
As standard, the instrument is calibrated for flow in the direction indicated on the laminar
flow element. Flow in the wrong direction will be displayed with negative values. No
statement of accuracy is made for negative flow and you can only set small negative fail
limits for error trapping purposes.

Bidirectional Flow Instruments

There is a purchase option for bidirectional flow that requires additional calibration for flow in
the reverse direction. Note that when flowing in reverse, flow and derived values such as
kg/h or kW will have a negative sign to indicate reverse flow.

The way that the fail limits operate is determined by the Flow High limit which sets the
expected flow direction. The test is magnitude based rather than mathematical, i.e. a large
negative flow value is greater than a small negative flow value. Note that the low flow
indication extends to full scale on the opposite side to the Flow High limit.

FL.HIGH Positive
+FS +FS

Flow High Flow High

FL.HIGH FL.HIGH
Pass
FL.LOW Pass

0 0
FL.LOW
Flow Low
Flow Low

-FS -FS

FL.HIGH Negative
+FS +FS

Flow Low
Flow Low
FL.LOW
0 0
FL.LOW Pass
Pass
FL.HIGH FL.HIGH
Flow High Flow High
-FS -FS

When an analogue output for flow is fitted, the signal is independent of sign, e.g. -50l/m will
give the same voltage output as +50l/m.

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 TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM: INCORRECT TEST PRESSURE DISPLAYED.

Cause: The pressure was zeroed in the utilities menu when a pressure was applied.
Action: Use the utilities menu to reset the pressure zero.

PROBLEM: THE INSTRUMENT DISPAYS ** WARNING: Mnn **

Cause: There is a Maintenance Early Warning System alert.

Action: ‘nn’ is a number that indicates the cause of the warning. Check the Warning
System section of this manual for details or look in the instrument’s Warning
System / Latest Values menu where the active warnings will flash. The
instrument may require a service, or it may be time to export data from the
data logger.

PROBLEM: THE DISPLAY POPS UP AN “UNAVAILABLE” MESSAGE BOX

Cause: There is a system setting prohibiting the action that you are attempting.
Action: The contents of the message box will show the reason that the action is
unavailable. Typical situations are using the front panel start/reset buttons
when remote control is enabled, or when the instrument is waiting for a
barcode scan.

PROBLEM: THE INSTRUMENT WILL NOT START A TEST

Cause: Remote control is enabled but the Reset input is wired incorrectly.
Action: The Reset input is fail-safe, i.e. the instrument is held reset if the reset input is
not connected. It must be linked active before the instrument can be started.

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 ERROR MESSAGES
A number of error messages can be displayed in the event of a system or hardware failure.

MESSAGE: FLOW ZERO FAULT

Indicates that the zero output of the flow transducer is beyond the automatic zero limits. The
transducer assembly requires re-zeroing; if this is beyond adjustment look for damage or
contact your supplier.

MESSAGE: PR. ZERO FAULT

Indicates that the zero output of the pressure transducer is beyond the allowable 7.5% limit
when attempting zero using the Calibrate Pressure menu. This is often simply an indication
that the air supply had not been turned off when zeroing. If this is not the case then the
transducer assembly requires re-zeroing; if this is beyond adjustment look for damage or
contact your supplier.

MESSAGE: DATA CORRUPT + menu type

The data for the displayed menu has been corrupted. Re-enter the data for the menu. If the
User Calibration is corrupt, check the Utilities Menu for Calibrate Pressure, Calibrate D.P.
and Set Zero Pressure. Data corruption may indicate severe electrical interference.

MESSAGE: ADC FAULT

This indicates a fault in the analogue to digital conversation. Contact your supplier.

MESSAGE: DATAFLASH FAULT

The memory used to store settings may be faulty. Contact your supplier.

MESSAGE: NOT CONFIGURED: LAN

The LAN adaptor has not been configured correctly. Please refer to the separate LAN
Installation Guide.

MESSAGE: BCD I.P. FAULT

BCD inputs are enabled in the Functions menu and the inputs are set to an invalid BCD
value. You can check the inputs using the commissioning menu. Note if no connections are
made to the BCD inputs, this will show the BCD input fault, as test number zero is invalid.

MESSAGE: CAL LOW FAULT

In learn mode: The flow reading obtained when trying to learn the flow value of the master
test piece was less than 2.5% of the instrument’s measuring range. A master jet with a
higher flow rate is required for this pressure and gas type.
In calibration mode: The flow reading obtained during a calibration check was less than the
set tolerance of the learnt calibration value (see CAL. TOL in the Global Settings menu).
This may be due to the wrong gas pressure or type being used for the current test. If the gas
type has just been changed there may be a mixture of gases in the system.

MESSAGE: CAL HIGH FAULT

In learn mode: The flow reading obtained when trying to learn the flow value of the master
test piece was greater than 2.5% of the instrument’s measuring range. A master jet with a
lower flow rate is required for this pressure and gas type.
In calibration mode: The flow reading obtained during a calibration check was greater than
the set tolerance of the learnt calibration value (see CAL. TOL in the Global Settings menu).
This may be due to the wrong gas pressure or type being used for the current test. If the gas
type has just been changed there may be a mixture of gases in the system.

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MESSAGE: TEMPERATURE HIGH
The external temperature sensor is above 50°C or the sensor is unplugged. If neither of
these is the cause then the sensor/wiring is faulty.

MESSAGE: TEMPERATURE LOW

The external temperature sensor is below 0°C or the sensor is faulty.

MESSAGE: T-SENSOR FAULT

The FCO752’s internal temperature sensor is faulty. Contact your supplier.

MESSAGE: V.V. STUCK ON

A vent valve sensor has been configured in the i/o configuration inputs menu. The valve may
be stuck in the energised position - ensure that the supply pressure is not greater than 10
bar. The valve sensor may be broken or not fitted correctly.

MESSAGE: V.V. STUCK OFF

A vent valve sensor has been configured in the i/o configuration inputs menu. The valve may
be stuck in the de-energised position or the valve sensor may be broken or not fitted
correctly.

MESSAGE: B.V. STUCK ON

A bypass valve sensor has been configured in the i/o configuration inputs menu. The valve
may be stuck in the energised position - ensure that the supply pressure is not greater than
10 bar. The valve sensor may be broken or not fitted correctly.

MESSAGE: B.V. STUCK OFF

A bypass valve sensor has been configured in the i/o configuration inputs menu. The valve
may be stuck in the de-energised position or the valve sensor may be broken or not fitted
correctly.

MESSAGE: JIG OPEN

A jig sensor has been configured in the i/o configuration inputs menu. The instrument is
waiting for the sensor to indicate that the jig has closed.

MESSAGE: WARNING: M01-06

Refer to the Warning System section of this guide.

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 SPECIFICATION
Pressure Ranges
mbar bar Pa KPa mmWC inWC mmHg inHg PSI
2.000 200.0 0.2000 20.39 0.8029 1.500
9.999 999.9 0.9999 102.0 4.014 7.500 0.2953 0.1450
20.00 2000 2.000 203.9 8.029 15.00 0.5906 0.2901
50.00 5000 5.000 509.9 20.07 37.50 1.477 0.7252
99.99 0.1000 9999 9.999 1020 40.14 75.00 2.953 1.450
200.0 0.2000 20.00 2039 80.29 150.0 5.906 2.901
400.0 0.4000 40.00 4079 160.6 300.0 11.81 5.802
999.9 0.9999 99.99 401.4 750.0 29.53 14.50
1000 1.000 100.0 401.5 750.1 29.53 14.50
4000 4.000 400.0 1606 3000 118.1 58.02
6000 6.000 600.0 2409 4500 177.2 87.02
8000 8.000 800.0 3212 6000 236.2 116.0
9999 9.999 999.9 4014 7500 295.3 145.0
10.00 1000 4015 7501 295.3 145.0
14.00 1400 5621 413.4 203.1
30.00 3000 885.9 435.1

Flow Ranges
Range 2 6 20 60 200 600 2 6 9.999 10
Units ml/m ml/m ml/m ml/m ml/m ml/m l/m l/m l/m l/m
ml/m 2.000 6.000 20.00 60.00 200.0 600.0 2000 6000 9999
cc/m 2.000 6.000 20.00 60.00 200.0 600.0 2000 6000 9999
ml/h 120.0 360.0 1200 3600
l/s 0.1000 0.1667 0.1667
l/m 0.2000 0.6000 2.000 6.000 9.999 10.00
l/h 0.1200 0.3600 1.200 3.600 12.00 36.00 120.0 360.0 599.9 600.0
cf/m 0.2119 0.3531 0.3531
cf/h 0.1271 0.4238 1.271 4.238 12.71 21.19 21.19
cm/m
cm/h 0.1200 0.3600 0.5999 0.6000
*W 9.999 9.999 99.99 99.99 999.9 999.9 9999 9999 9999 9999
*kW 0.9999 0.9999 9.999 9.999 9.999 9.999
*BTU 9.999 99.99 99.99 999.9 999.9 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999
*kBTU 0.9999 0.9999 9.999 9.999 99.99 99.99 99.99
*kg/h 0.1800 0.5400 0.8999 0.9000
*g/s 0.1500 0.2500 0.2500

Range 20 30 60 99.99 100 200 600 2000 5000 9999

Units l/m l/m l/m l/m l/m l/m l/m l/m l/m l/m
ml/m
cc/m
ml/h
l/s 0.3333 0.5000 1.000 1.667 1.667 3.333 10.00 33.33 83.33 166.7
l/m 20.00 30.00 60.00 99.99 100.0 200.0 600.0 2000 5000 9999
l/h 1200 1800 3600 5999 6000
cf/m 0.7063 1.059 2.119 3.531 3.531 7.063 21.19 70.63 176.6 353.1
cf/h 42.38 63.57 127.1 211.9 211.9 423.8 1271 4238
cm/m 0.1000 0.1000 0.2000 0.6000 2.000 5.000 9.999
cm/h 1.200 1.800 3.600 5.999 6.000 12.00 36.00 120.0 300.0 599.9
*W 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999
*kW 99.99 99.99 99.99 99.99 99.99 999.9 999.9 9999 9999 9999
*BTU 9999 9999
*kBTU 99.99 99.99 999.9 999.9 999.9 999.9 9999 9999 9999 9999
*kg/h 1.800 2.700 5.400 8.999 9.000 18.00 54.00 180.0 450.0 899.9
*g/s 0.5000 0.7500 1.500 2.500 2.500 5.000 15.00 50.00 125.0 250.0

* W, kW, BTU/h, kBTU/h depend upon Calorific Value as set in the Global Settings menu. The values shown in this
table for those units are not necessarily measurable values, but an indication of settable limits and measurement
resolution.
* kg/h and g/s depend upon relative density as set in the test data menu. The values shown in this table are the
settable limits.

Greyed out entries in the tables above are non-standard and only available to special order.

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Flow Measurement
Calibration accuracy at 20°C
and at atmospheric pressure ...................10% to 100% range: < ± (1% of reading +1 digit).
0 to 10% range: < ± (0.1% range +1 digit).
For dual range instruments, “range” refers to the
selected range.
Temperature Coefficients
Zero: .......................................................Automatic zero facility, or if autozero is not used
x1 range: < 0.05% range per C.
x10 range: < 0.1% range per C.
Span: ......................................................< 0.1% per C.
Long term drift (span) ..............................< 1% per year.

Pressure Measurement
Calibration accuracy at 20°C ...................10% to 100% range: < ± (1% of reading +1 digit).
0 to 10% range: < ± (0.1% range +1 digit).
Temperature Coefficients
Zero: .......................................................< 0.05% range per C. Semi-automatic zero
control.
Span: ......................................................< 0.1% per C.
Long term drift: ........................................< 1% per year.

Pneumatic
Media Compatibility .................................Clean dry air or non hazardous gas.
LFE Operating Pressure .........................4bar maximum.
Gas Temperature at LFE ........................0-50C.
Air Supply Pressure ................................Maximum 10 bar gauge, Minimum 5 bar gauge.
Regulator Supply Pressure .....................Maximum 16 bar gauge, Minimum regulator range
+ 1bar.
Pneumatic Connections
Air supply: ...............................................6mm push-in tube connector.
Regulator supply and output ...................8mm push-in tube connector.
Programmable outputs ............................4mm push-in tube connector.
Pressure sense port ................................4mm push-on tube connector.
Laminar Flow Element ports....................dependent on range, see dimensions below.

Electrical
Supply Voltage ........................................24V DC ± 10% at < 0.5A
Inputs ......................................................Opto coupled, 5V to 24V DC into 10k.
Can be wired active high or low.
Outputs ...................................................Transistor outputs (active high)
12VDC - 45VDC, 120mA.
Program Data Retention .........................> 10 Years in non-volatile memory.

Physical
Enclosure ................................................Steel construction with paint finish.
Dimensions – Bench Case ......................296mm x 366mm x 145mm.
Dimensions – Rack Case ........................296mm x 482mm x 133mm.
Weight ....................................................8 kg ±0.5 kg (excluding LFE)
Temperature Limits .................................0-70C storage, 10-40C working.

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 DIMENSIONS

Bench Mounted Case

Excluding rear mounted LFE.
310
293
Typ.
23
154 (Feet up)
133
201 (Feet down)

360
366

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Rack Mounted Case
Excluding rear mounted LFE.
310
293
11.2
29

10

6
133
57 38

360
465
482

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Flow elements (20cc, 200cc, 600cc):

209 Max.
170.4
152.4
101.6 45 Max.
20.3 25.4
Port only used for
dual range flow 7.6

15.9 15.9
Flow
direction

- +1 +2

20.3
2-Off M4 mounting holes

88.9 6mm O.D Tube

4mm O.D for FCO96-2cc D.P connections for 4mm
(A1) or 6mm (A2) O.D tube

Flow elements (2L, 6L, 10L, 20L):

424.5
317.5
177.8
101.6 49.4 Max.
20.4 30.2
9.5

O 12

22.2
- Flow
44.4
31.8

+1 direction +2

22.2
14.9
4-Off M4 mounting holes Port only used for D.P connections for
dual range flow 4mm (A1) or 6mm (A2) O.D tube
19.0

Flow elements (30L):

424.5
317.5
63.6 Max.
177.8
44.4
101.6
23.9
20.4
O 12

22.2

- Flow
44.4
31.8

+1 direction +2
22.2
14.9

4-Off M4 mounting holes Port only used for D.P connections for
dual range flow 4mm (A1) or 6mm (A2) O.D tube
19.0

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Flow elements (100L):
454.8
348.0 72.7 Max.
178.0
53.5
101.7
20.2
20.3

O 21.5

31.8
Flow
-
63.5
31.8

+1 direction +2

31.8
14.7
4-Off M4 mounting holes Port only used for D.P connections for
dual range flow 4mm (A1) or 6mm (A2) O.D tube
34.0

Flow elements (200L, 600L):

521.2
348.0
178.0 85.6 Max.
101.7 66.4
20.3 25.7

O 28.0

31.8
Flow
-
63.5
31.8

+1 direction +2

31.8
14.7
4-Off M4 mounting holes Port only used for D.P connections for
dual range flow 4mm (A1) or 6mm (A2) O.D tube
34.0

Flow elements (2000L, 5000L):

395.6
70.8
19.0 O 184.2

Flow
O 76.2

direction

- +1 +2

20.3
D.P connections for Port only used for
4mm (A1) or 6mm (A2) 101.6 dual range flow
O.D tube

4-Off mounting holes M16 x 2mm Pitch

on 5.75" (146.05mm) P.C.D

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 INDEX
Control Input Circuits, 79
A Control Inputs, 73
Control Outputs, 72
A.Reg. Rate, 30 Copy Product Data, 69
Air Filters, 5, 16 Copy Test Data, 69
Air Supply, 10 Count On, 26
Alert If Unlocked, 64 Cut-off valve, 14
Alter Product, 39
Atmospheric Pressure, 41, 58, 67, 69, 85 D
Auto Cycle Batch, 26
Auto Line Feed, 55 Data Logger Menu, 66
Auto Sleep, 44 Date, 65
Auto Zero At End, 43 Delay Between Steps, 27
Auto Zero Time, 43 Delay Time, 32, 36
Automatic Regulator, 42 Description, General, 6
Dimensions, 93
B Display, 7
Display Contrast, 44
Barcode, 27, 59, 60, 61, 62
Basic operation, 17 E
Batch, 61
Batch I/D, 26 Electrical Connections, 9
Batch Quantity, 26 Electrical Control, 15
Batch Reset, 26 Electrical Outputs, 15
Batch Settings Menu, 26 Electrical Supply, 15
Baud Rate, 53, 55, 59 End On Gross, 42
BCD Input, 39, 47 Error Messages, 89
Bi-directional Flow, 87 Exhaust Pilot, 11
Blank Lines, 56 External Fail, 33, 37, 38
Bypass Sensor, 46
Bypass valve, 14 F

C Fault Messages, 89
Fbus Communications, 53
Cal. Value, 32, 37 FCO752 ID, 44, 57, 67
Calibrate Flow., 68 Feedback A-H, 33, 37, 38
Calibrate Pressure, 68 Feedback Timeout, 33, 37, 38
Calibration Check, 39, 85, 86 Filename, 44
Calibration Check Button, 85 Fill Time, 31, 36
Calibration Check Tolerance, 39 Filter, 41
Calibration Due, 63, 68 Filters, 5, 16
Calorific Value, 32, 37 Flash Update, 71
Check Barcode, 70 Flow Display CZ/LHZ, 40
Check Fbus Communications, 70 Flow Display Resolution, 40
Check Outputs, 70 Flow Element Location, 12
Check Printer, 71 Flow High, 31, 35
Commissioning, 24 Flow Levels, 40
Computer Connections, 76 Flow Low, 31, 35
Configure Inputs, 45 Flow Ports, 11
Configure Output Functions, 51 Flow Test, 28
Configure Outputs, 49 Flow Tolerance, 31, 35, 40
Continue On Condition, 27 Flow Type, 31, 35
Continuous Readings, 25 Flow Units, 29, 34

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Front Panel, 7 O

G Off Button, 64
Operator Displays - Batch, 23
Gas Properties, 84 Operator Displays - Detailed, 22
Gasses Other Than Air, 84 Operator Displays - Graphical, 22, 23
Global Settings Menu, 39 Operator Displays - Large, 22
Operator ID, 26, 62
H Orifice Pressure, 41
Output Banks, 49
Housing, 7 Output Terminals, 9, 72

I P

I/D Number, 53 Parity, 53, 54, 55, 60

I/O Configuration Menu, 45 Persistent Menus, 42
Inductive loads, 15 PLC, 80
Initialise Data, 69 Pneumatic Connections, 10
Input Banks, 46 Pneumatics, 16
Input Terminals, 9, 73 Power Connector, 9
Input/Output Connectors, 72 Pressure Adjustment, 25
Input/Output Test, 28 Pressure Control, 8, 14
Installation, 12 Pressure Correction, 30
Int. Sensor A-B, 48 Pressure Display Resolution, 41
Interfacing, 77 Pressure High, 30, 35
IP Address, 69 Pressure Levels, 40
Pressure Low, 30, 35
J Pressure measuring point, 14
Pressure Sense Port, 11
Jet Flow, 31, 35 Pressure Test, 28
Jig Delay, 46 Pressure Tolerance, 30, 35, 40
Jig Pilot, 11 Pressure Units, 29, 34
Jig Sensor, 46 Print Data, 69
Print Format, Custom, 56
Print Format, Fixed, 56
L
Printer Connections, 75
Language, 39 Printer Port, 55
Learn Calibration, 39, 86 Product Data Menu, 27
Local Area Network, 10 Product I/D, 27
Location, 15 Product Lamps, 40
Lock, 64 Product Selection, 22, 39
Programmable Functions, 51
Programmable Inputs, 45
M Programmable Outputs, 49
Programmable Timers, 51
Main Operator Displays, 22
Purge, 14, 29, 34, 84
Margin, 55
Push buttons, 8
Master Gas Jet, 85
Menu Navigation, 18
MEWS Warning, 63 R
Monitor I/O, 70
Regulator 2, 29, 34
Regulator Supply, 10
N Relative Density, 32, 36
Relative Viscosity, 32, 36
Nominal Flow, 31, 35
Remote mounted LFE, 14
Nominal Pressure, 30, 34
Require Operator ID, 40
Number Of Steps, 27
Reset Batch, 26

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Reset Button, 8 Temperature Sensor, 9, 14
Reset Counters, 26 Test Data Menu, 28
Reset Delay, 43 Test I/D, 28
Reset On Fail, 43 Test o/p A-H, 33, 37, 38
Reset On Pass, 43 Test o/p I-P, 33, 37, 38
Result Lamps, 7 Test Parameters – Flow Test, 29
RS232, 9 Test Parameters – Input/Output Test, 38
RS232 Connections, 75 Test Parameters – Pressure Test, 34
RS485, 9, 10 Test Type, 28
RS485 Connections, 76 Text Entry, 18
Time, 65
S Time & Date Menu, 65
Trigger Result, 48
Security Code, 64 Trouble Shooting, 88
Security Menu, 64
Self Check, 24 U
Send As, 56
Send Batch I/D, 57 USB Port, 8
Send Date, 57 User I/P A-H, 47
Send EOF, 56 Utilities Menu, 68
Send On, 56
Send Product I/D, 57 V
Send Product No., 57
Send Product Result, 57 Vacuum Supply, 10
Send Serial No., 57 Validation Timer, 32, 36
Send Test Counter, 57 Vent Pilot, 11
Send Time, 57 Vent Sensor, 45
Sense Port, 11 Vent Time, 32, 36
Serial No. Type, 60 View Atmospheric Pressure, 69
Serial Number, 60 View Temperature, 69
Single Readings, 25
Specification, 91
W
Stabilise Time, 25, 32, 36
Standard Temperature, 41 Warning Codes, 63
Start Button, 8 Warning System, 63
Start/Reset, 45 Wiring Considerations, 15
Status Line, 44
Status Outputs, 72
Step Delay, 27 X
Supply air, 16 X10 Flow, 31, 35

T Z
Temperature, 58, 67, 69, 90, 92 Zero Pressure, 68
Temperature Compensation, 9, 42

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