WPS600 Hydraulic Pressure Transducer User’s Guide This accessory complies with the following standards: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2004/108/EC FCC Part 15 Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC Article 3.
Pico Technology WPS600 User’s Guide 1. Safety Symbols appearing in this manual: WARNING statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or death. WARNING CAUTION CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property. Symbols appearing on the product: Danger of personal injury or property damage. manual for details.
WPS600 User’s Guide Pico Technology DO NOT use if you are not trained to work with hydraulic systems Use of this transducer by unqualified persons may result in equipment damage or serious personal injury. DO NOT exceed maximum working pressure To avoid injury, do not use the transducer with pressures above 600 bar. DO NOT exceed maximum temperature The lithium polymer (LiPo) battery inside the transducer can be damaged by excessive heating.
Pico Technology WPS600 User’s Guide 2. Introduction to the WPS600 The WPS600 diagnostic pressure transducer allows quick and accurate pressure analysis of hydraulic systems. It offers these features: high resolution and accuracy zero adjustment two pressure ranges: o 600 bar / 60 MPa / 8700 psi o 60 bar / 6 MPa / 870 psi Compatible fluid types The WPS600 is designed for use with hydraulic fluids. Do not use with any other type of liquid or gas.
WPS600 User’s Guide Pico Technology 3. The parts of your WPS600 pressure transducer Signal output to oscilloscope Front-panel controls USB charging port Inlet port Signal output Use the BNC-to-BNC cable supplied to connect this to your oscilloscope. CAUTION Front-panel controls USB charging port This connector is made of plastic to ensure electrical safety. It could be damaged by a strong impact. See Section 4. For battery recharging only (no data connection).
Pico Technology WPS600 User’s Guide 4. Front-panel controls Charging indicator Lights up when battery is charging. Low battery indicator Lights up when power is on but battery is low. Range indicator Show if the range is selected. Power button Press once to switch on. Press once again to switch off. Keep the unit switched off when not in use to conserve battery power. Battery fault indicator Stays lit if there is a problem with the battery. Range button Press to select the indicated range.
WPS600 User’s Guide Pico Technology 5. Preparation for use Before first use Remove all packaging. Charge the internal battery. For instructions, see Section 7: “Maintenance”. Zeroing the transducer The WPS600 has a zeroing function to ensure its long-term accuracy. The transducer should be zeroed before first use, and can be zeroed again if the unit starts to show an error in the zero-pressure reading. Begin with the transducer switched off.
Pico Technology WPS600 User’s Guide 6. Using the WPS600 Preparing the transducer Ensure that the transducer’s internal battery is charged. Unplug the charging cable from the transducer. Switch the transducer on. The “600 BAR” LED will light up to show that the unit is ready. Measuring pressure WARNING ALWAYS safely depressurize the system under test before connecting the transducer. DO NOT connect the transducer to a system that is already pressurized.
WPS600 User’s Guide Pico Technology 7. Maintenance Cleaning the housing Clean the transducer’s housing by wiping it with a cloth moistened with clean water or water-based detergent. Allow the housing to dry before use. Do Do Do Do Do not not not not not use fuel or any other solvent use abrasive cleaning agents submerge the unit in any liquid dismantle the unit use the unit until it is perfectly dry Recharging the internal battery To charge using a computer, switch on the computer and allow it to boot.
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WPS600 User’s Guide Pico Technology UK headquarters: USA headquarters: Pico Technology James House Colmworth Business Park St. Neots PE19 8YP United Kingdom Pico Technology 320 N Glenwood Blvd Tyler Texas 75702 United States This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
