yellow jacket 40870 User Manual

YELLOW JACKET®
P51-870 TITAN® User Manual
P/N 40870, 40875, 40877
NOTE: These Instructions do not cover the manifold attached to the instrument.
For instructions on use of the TITAN® 4-Valve Manifold, please visit:
https://yellowjacket.com/product/titan-4-valve-test-and-charging-manifold/.
The Manifold Instructions are under the Documents tab.
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yellow jacket 40870 Specifications

General

Product Type	Clamp Meter
Model	40870
Category	Measuring Instruments
Capacity	400A AC
Resolution	0.1A
Type	Digital Clamp Meter
Resistance Measurement	Yes
Continuity Test	Yes
Display	LCD
Safety Rating	CAT III 600V
Power Source	Battery

Summary

Before You Start

Contacting Ritchie Engineering

Provides contact details for ordering, assistance, and locating distributors.

Safety Information

Crucial warnings and guidelines for safe operation and to prevent instrument damage.

Getting Started

Getting to Know Your P51-870 TITAN®

Overview of the device's physical components and labeled parts.

Turning the instrument On and Off

Instructions on powering the device on and off using the power button.

Interacting with the device

How to use the touchscreen interface and navigate device menus.

Connecting and Using the Temperature Clamps

Steps for connecting and properly attaching temperature probes for measurements.

Connecting and Using the Vacuum Sensor

Instructions for connecting and utilizing the vacuum sensor for measurements.

Interpreting the Battery Life Indicator

Understanding the device's battery status, charge level, and indicators.

Charging the Battery

Procedure for charging the instrument's internal rechargeable battery.

Operating the Backlight

Adjusting screen brightness and backlight timer settings for optimal use.

Datalogging

How to gather and record live system readings for later analysis.

Interpreting the RGB LED

Explains the meaning of different LED colors and flashing schemes during operation.

Modes of Operation

Modes Menu

The main screen for selecting different operational modes like Pressure/Temperature or Evacuation.

Pressure/Temperature Mode

Detailed guide to using the pressure and temperature measurement mode for diagnosis.

Interpreting the Pressure Analog Gauges

Explanation of how to read the digital analog pressure gauges on the display.

Interpreting the Pressure and Temperature Line Graphs

How to understand the graphical representation of pressure and temperature data over time.

Operating Pressure/Temperature Mode

Steps and tips for using the Pressure/Temperature mode effectively, including settings.

Evacuation Mode

Guide to using the device for accurately monitoring system evacuation progress.

Interpreting the Evacuation Gauge

How to read the digital analog vacuum gauge in Evacuation mode.

Interpreting the Evacuation Graph

Understanding the graphical display for vacuum measurements during evacuation.

Operating the Evacuation Mode

Instructions for performing and managing system evacuations, including target settings.

Pressure Hold Mode – Pressure Decay Test

Procedure for conducting a pressure decay test to detect system leaks.

Interpreting the Pressure Decay Gauge

How to read the digital analog gauge during a pressure decay test.

Interpreting the Pressure Decay Graph

Understanding the graphical data displayed during pressure decay tests.

Operating the Pressure Decay Mode

Steps to set up and run a pressure decay test, including duration and allowable change.

Pressure Hold Mode - Pressure Rise Test

Procedure for performing a pressure rise test to check for leaks or non-condensables.

Interpreting the Pressure Rise Gauge

How to read the digital analog gauge during a pressure rise test.

Interpreting the Pressure Rise Graph

Understanding the graphical data displayed during pressure rise tests.

Operating the Pressure Rise Test

Steps to set up and run a pressure rise test, including duration and allowable change.

Settings

Settings Menus Overview

Introduction to the different configuration menus for the device settings.

General Settings Menu

Accessing refrigerant, units, and transducer zeroing/calibration settings.

Zeroing the Pressure Transducers

Procedure to reset pressure transducers for accurate atmospheric pressure readings.

Calibrating the Touchscreen

Steps to recalibrate the device's touchscreen for improved responsiveness and accuracy.

Refrigerant Settings Menu

How to select and change the system refrigerant from a list.

Unit Settings Menu

Adjusting pressure, vacuum, and temperature units for display.

Device Settings Menu

Configuring display brightness, backlight timer, auto-off timer, and logging rate.

Brightness

Adjusting the LCD backlight intensity for better visibility in different lighting.

Backlight Timer

Setting the duration the backlight stays active after the last user input.

Auto Off

Configuring the automatic power-off feature to conserve battery life.

Logging Rate

Setting the interval for data sample storage for datalogging purposes.

YJACK View App Integration

Overview

Introduction to the YJACK VIEW app's compatibility and features with the P51-870 TITAN®.

Operation of the YJACK VIEW® App with the P51-870 TITAN®

Steps for pairing and connecting the device with the YJACK VIEW mobile app.

Maintenance

Overview

Introduction to the basic operator maintenance procedures for the instrument.

General Maintenance

Guidelines for cleaning the instrument case and its sensitive display screen.

Replacement Parts/Optional Accessories

List of available replacement parts and optional accessories with UPC numbers.

Device Specifications

Troubleshooting Guide

P51 Troubleshooting

Common problems encountered with the P51 device and their potential solutions.