Instruction Manual
7. CONNECTING A RTD
Use the correct 100 Ω RTD (alpha =
0.003850) for your instrument. Using
an incorrect probe type will result in
erroneous readings. Insert the 3-pin
plug into the mating connector on the
top of the instrument.
If no probe is connected the display
will read “open”.
RTD
s
are
sensitive
at the tip
or
sensing element
. W
hen
taki
ng
measurements
,
allow
tim
e
for the
reading
t
o
stabilize.
Mu
ltip
lying
the
tim
e
constant of the
probe
by
5
will
give
you
the
approx
imat
e
time
required
.
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