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Alnor EBT730 User Manual

Alnor EBT730
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ALNOR
®
ELECTRONIC
BALANCING TOOL
MODELS EBT730/EBT731
OWNER’S MANUAL
P/N 6005725, REV D
OCTOBER 2014
Model EBT731 Balometer
®
Model EBT730 Micromanometer
Air Balancing Instrument (shown with standard and optional accessories)
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Alnor EBT730 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Temperature Accuracy±0.5°F (±0.3°C)
Resolution (Temperature)0.1°F (0.1°C)
Operating Temperature0 to 50 °C
Storage Temperature-4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Battery LifeApprox. 100 hours
Airflow Range25 to 2, 500 cfm (42 to 4, 250 m3/h)
Resolution (Airflow)1 cfm (1 m3/h)
DisplayLCD

Summary

Limitation of Warranty and Liability

Service Policy

Policy for prompt attention to instrument problems, repairs, or recalibration.

Trademarks

List of registered trademarks associated with the product and manufacturer.

About This Manual

Formatting and Typography

Explains document conventions for keys, typeface, and section titles.

Technical Assistance—Help!

Contact information and resources for technical support, repair, or recalibration.

Chapter 1. Introduction

Instrument Description

Overview of the EBT730 and its included accessories and features.

Standard Tools

Pitot Tube

Tool for obtaining air velocity, volume, and velocity pressure measurements in ductwork.

Static Pressure Probe

Tool for measuring static pressure within ductwork or across filters/coils.

Balometer® Capture Hoods

Hoods for obtaining volumetric air flow measurements through diffusers, registers, and grilles.

Optional Tools

Velocity Matrix

Tool for area-averaged multi-point air velocity measurements, useful in lab hoods.

Air Flow Probe

Straight pitot tube for single-point air velocity or volume measurements in ductwork.

Temperature/Humidity Probe

Probe for measuring temperature and relative humidity, with calculated values.

Thermoanemometer Probes

Chapter 2. Unpacking and Setting Up

Unpacking

Instructions for checking instrument components against the packing list upon receipt.

Preparing the Instrument for Use

Power the Micromanometer with the AC Adapter

Steps to connect and use the AC adapter for powering the instrument or charging batteries.

Power the Micromanometer with Batteries

Instructions for powering the instrument using either alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries.

Using the Pressure Ports

Connecting a Pitot Tube

Connecting the Static Pressure Port to the Micromanometer

Attaching the Micromanometer to the Capture Hood Base

Connecting the Velocity Matrix to the Micromanometer

Connecting the Air Flow Probe to the Micromanometer

Connecting the Base Temperature Probe, Temperature and Humidity Probe or Thermoanemometer Probe to the Micromanometer

Using the Telescoping Thermoanemometer Probes or Temperature and Humidity Probe

Retracting the Probe

Chapter 3. Getting Started

Keypad Functions

Explanation of the functions assigned to each key on the micromanometer keypad.

Common Terms

Chapter 4. Menu Setup and Navigation

Menus

Overview of the menu structure and how to navigate through it.

Pressure Tool

Selection of measurement devices (tools) that utilize the differential pressure sensor.

Display Setup

Flow Setup [Pitot Tube, AF Probe (straight pitot tube) or Thermoanemometer Probe]

Flow Setup (Pressure/K-factor)

Actual/Standard Setup

Settings

RS232 Baud Rate

Setting for the communication speed between the meter and a computer via RS232.

Deadband

Threshold for displaying zero readings, affecting measurement display precision.

Headphone Input

Enabling or disabling the headphone jack input, affecting default mode selection.

Data Logging

Measurements

Selection of which measurements are logged to memory, independently of the display.

Log Mode/Display Mode

Selection of how measurements are logged (e.g., single, average, continuous) and displayed.

Choose Test

Name Test

View Data/Choose Test

View Stats

View Samples

Print Test

Delete Data

Delete All

Clears all stored data across all test IDs and resets memory availability.

Delete Test

Delete Sample

% Memory

Bluetooth Functions

Discover Devices

Initiates the process of finding other Bluetooth-enabled devices nearby.

Discoverability

Controls whether the meter can be discovered by other devices (Disable, Temporary, Enable).

PINcode

# AutoConnects

Applications

Log Tchebycheff Duct Traverse

Calibration Factor (Cf) Selection

Calibration

Printing Data Using the Portable Printer

LogDat-CH™ Downloading Software

Chapter 5. Changing Capture Hoods

Capture Hood Parts Identification

Identification and description of the major components of the capture hood assembly.

Capture Hood Assembly

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the standard 2 ft x 2 ft capture hood.

Alternate Hood Installation

Direct Inflow Measurement Hood for Biological Safety Cabinets

Chapter 6. Flow Measurements Using the Capture Hood

Single Reading Measurements

Procedure for taking individual flow measurements using the capture hood in manual mode.

Running Average Measurements

Capture Hood Measurements (non-backpressure compensated)

Backpressure Compensated Measurements

"ERROR" Display

Chapter 7. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Fabric Hood

Cleaning and care instructions for the fabric capture hood, including repair advice.

Micromanometer

Cleaning instructions for the micromanometer case, screen, and keys.

Manifold

Cleaning instructions for the manifold, emphasizing care to avoid damage.

Cases

Cleaning instructions for the instrument and storage cases.

Calibration

Recommendations and procedures for annual calibration of the instrument.

Appendix A. Back Pressure

Verifying Flow Measurements

Practices for verifying capture hood measurements using in-duct velocity traverses.

Appendix B. Traversing a Duct to Determine Average Air Velocity or Volume

Where to Take the Measurement

Guidelines on optimal locations for measuring air velocity within ducts for accuracy.

Traversing a Round Duct

Methodology for taking measurements in round ducts using concentric circles and log-Tchebycheff.

Traversing a Square Duct

Appendix C. Swirl X Flow Conditioner for Alnor Model EBT731 Balometer® Capture Hood Optional Accessory (P/N 801213)

Description

Explanation of how the Swirl X Flow Conditioner improves measurement accuracy with turbulent air.

Performance Data

Installation and Usage

Alnor® Models EBT730/EBT731 Specifications*

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