G. compare volt readings, H. open the ca-1550, I. calibrate voltmeter – Lamar Technologies CA 1550 User Manual

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5. CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE

G. COMPARE VOLT READINGS

Compare the CA-1550 digital voltmeter

reading with the external calibrated voltmeter.

a. If readings differ less than ± 0.2 volts, the

voltmeter is accurately calibrated. Turn

AC power off.

b. If readings differ more than ± 0.2 volts,

continue with steps I through K.

H. OPEN THE CA-1550

If voltmeter differs more than ± 0.2 volts, open the front panel of the

CA1550 by removing the two screws on the right side of the panel.

WARNING: Calibration needs to be performed with the unit’s cover

removed and mains power connected. It should only be performed by

trained personnel. If performed incorrectly it could result in electrical shock

leading to injury or death.

I. CALIBRATE VOLTMETER

The voltmeter can be found on the back

side of the front panel. Locate the

voltmeter trimpot.

Using a 1/16 inch (2 mm) slot blade

precision type screw driver, adjust the

embedded trimpot located at the rear of

the voltmeter.Adjust until voltmeter

reading matches that of the calibrated

voltmeter (at least within ± 0.2 volts).

J. REPEAT FOR ADDITIONAL VOLTAGES

To verify the accuracy over the range of the meter, additional voltages could be

checked. Since the CA-1550 digital meters are linear, checking two or

three voltages are adequate to verify the range. The easiest way to check

an additional voltage is to repeat step H but adjusting the Constant Potential

Adjust Trimpot to another voltage (see section 3.5 on how to Modify

Constant Potential).

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