2312G Turbine Temperature Indicating System Test Set: User Instruction Manual BARFIELD M/N 2312G Series
2312G Turbine Temperature Indicating System Test Set: User Instruction Manual BARFIELD M/N 2312G Series
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August 20, 2008
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BARFIELD, INC.
This Manual is applicable for the following Models and Parts Numbers:
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Users are requested to notify the manufacturer of any discrepancy, omission, or error
found in this manual. Inquiries should include specific questions and reference the
publication title, number, chapter, page, figure, paragraph, and effective date.
Email: gsesales@barfieldinc.com
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ATTENTION
Although every effort has been made to provide the end user of this equipment with the most
current and accurate information, it may be necessary to revise this manual in the future. Please
be sure to complete and return a Revision Request Form to Barfield revision services and visit
the company website, http://barfieldinc.com/, for publication updates.
Additionally, Barfield MUST have your name and address on file as a registered user of this
equipment to ensure validation of the warranty. Please complete the OWNER WARRANTY
REGISTRATION card promptly. This card ensures validation of the warranty.
Barfield, Inc.
P.O. Box 025367
Miami, FL 33102-5367
USA
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The manufacturer of this equipment does not recommend the user to attempt any maintenance
or repair. In case of malfunction, contact the manufacturer, to obtain the list of approved repair
facilities worldwide, ensuring that this equipment will be serviced using proper procedures and
certified instruments. A Return Maintenance Authorization (RMA) number will be assigned
during this call, to keep track of the shipment and the service.
Mailing Address:
Barfield, Inc.
P.O. Box 025367
Miami, FL 33102-5367
USA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contact Information
Attention Page
Revision Record Page
List of Approved Repair Facilities
Table of Contents
List of Figures and Tables
CHAPTER ............................................................................................PAGE
INTRODUCTION
1. PUBLICATION BREAKDOWN .....................................................................1
2. INFORMATION PROVIDED WITH THE UNIT .............................................1
3. RECERTIFICATION .....................................................................................3
1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION............................................................................5
2. THEORY.......................................................................................................5
3. SWITCHING FUNCTIONS ............................................................................5
2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
1. PHYSICAL DATA .........................................................................................9
2. SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................9
3 OPERATION
1. GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................................................11
2. THERMOCOUPLE RESISTANCE TEST PROCEDURE...............................13
3. APPROXIMATE SYSTEM LEAD RESISTANCE TEST PROCEDURE ..........13
4. PRECISION SYSTEM LEAD RESISTANCE TEST PROCEDURE...............14
5. INSULATION TESTING PROCEDURE ........................................................15
6. INDICATOR TEST PROCEDURE ................................................................15
7. “POTENTIOMETRIC” INDICATOR TEST PROCEDURE..............................16
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INTRODUCTION
1. PUBLICATION BREAKDOWN
This publication has been developed to provide instructions for complete testing and
troubleshooting of the temperature-indicating system and thermocouples installed on a turbine
type engine. Instructions are also provided for testing system resistance and insulation.
This publication contains the description, identification data, and operating procedures for
the: 2312G-8, -15, -22, -16A, -25, and -8 (see paragraph 2.B. below) Turbine Temperature
Indicating System Test Set, P/N’s 101-00550, -00551, -00552, -00554, -00555 and -00557,
Figure 1 (hereafter referred to as the 2312G).
Models -U and -8A, P/N’s 101-00553 and 101-00556 respectively, are special modified units
for specific applications requested by a manufacturer for individual requirements and are not
discussed in this text. If information is required, contact the manufacturer.
Besides this User Instruction Manual, the unit is provided with the four items described
below.
A. The identification label, similar to Figure 1, is located on the back of the tensiometer and
provides the following information:
Manufacturers' Name
Designation of Equipment
Equipment Part Number.
Equipment Serial No.
National Stock Number (for models -8 and -22 only)
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B. The Owner's Warranty Registration card (Figure 2) is to be completed by the owner and
returned to Barfield, Inc. within ten (10) days of purchase to ensure automatic update of
printed matter and validation of warranty.
C. The Limited Warranty Statement Card (Figure 3) lists the manufacturer's obligation to
the original purchaser.
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D. The Certificate of Calibration: Each new unit and re-certified unit, is delivered with a
Certificate of Calibration that shows the date of the last calibration and when the next
calibration is due. It certifies the accuracy of the unit and lists the part number and serial
number to which it applies.
3. RECERTIFICATION
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1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
A. The 2312G provides the means for quickly test, calibrate and troubleshoot a turbine
temperature indicating system installed on this type of engines. It has sufficient sensitivity
and accuracy to test thermocouple and system resistance, insulation, and indicator
calibration. It features portability, simplicity of operation, direct reading, and multifunction
versatility.
B. The 2312G is supplied with a vinyl carrying case with test cable compartment and a plug-in
test cable (except 2312G-8, P/N 101-00557).
2. THEORY
A. The low resistance ohmmeter circuits are the four-wire type. This circuit virtually eliminates
the effects of lead wire resistance so that direct readings as low as 0.02 ohm are easily
done.
B. A high resistance ohmmeter measures resistance leakage up to one (1) megaohm. The
45-volt power supply often reveals leakage that is not detected by conventional low voltage
ohmmeters, but is well within circuit insulation limitations.
C. A Wheatstone Bridge circuit provides an accurate direct reading of lead resistance. A self-
contained resistance standard is provided for calibration immediately before making lead
resistance measurement. This eliminates the need for measuring test lead resistance and
subtracting its value from subsequent measurements. A unique transistor switching circuit
protects the meter from overloads due to attempting measurements much lower or higher
than nominal.
A. The meter bezel knob (3) permits setting of the meter pointer as required.
B. The “CAL. ADJUST” control knob (4) permits exact adjustment to desired test points when
used in conjunction with the “TEST” pushbutton (6) or the “CAL” pushbutton (7).
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(1) In the “RX1” position, permits resistance measurement readings in direct values on the
panel meter (2) “RX1 / RX10” scale.
(2) In the “RX10” position, the reading on the “RX1 / RX10” scale must be multiplied by 10.
(3) In the “INS.” position, insulation resistance (2.5k to 1 megaohm) is displayed on panel
meter’s “INS.” scale.
(4) In the “LEAD” position, lead resistance value is displayed on the panel meter’s “LEAD
RES.” scale.
(5) In the “IND.” position, the 2312G is a millivolt source for simulating temperatures from -
20 to +1000° C displayed on the panel meter’s °C scale.
D. The BLACK “TEST” pushbutton activates applicable circuitry and permits meter readings of
the function selected.
E. The RED “CAL.” pushbutton is used with the “CAL. ADJUST” control knob and allows scale
adjustment.
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2. SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for all models of the 2312G are identical except for the “LEAD” function circuit.
The Lead measuring circuit and the simulating resistance in the indicator function are the
value of the system lead resistance applicable to the particular system.
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CHAPTER 3: OPERATION
Consult temperature indicator system and/or engine manufacturers’ instructions for procedures
and specifications. Read complete 2312G Operation procedures before attempting to use the
2312G.
Because of the meter protection circuit in the “LEAD” function, resistances much lower or
higher than nominal will disable the measurement circuit, and the meter pointer will start to
move quickly and then return to rest, at or near, bottom of scale. Measurement can be
resumed by releasing the ‘”TEST” pushbutton, waiting a couple of seconds for automatic
reset, then pressing the “TEST” pushbutton again. If the resistance is out of range, but
not sufficient to trip the protective circuit, the pointer will go to one of its stops, but the
current will not be sufficient to overload the meter.
(a) Place the 2312G on a clean area. (A clean cloth or paper pad placed to the right
of the 2312G to receive the inverted panel is desirable.) Remove the four (4)
corner screws. Withdraw the panel and rest it to the right of its case.
(b) Insert the 1.5-volt, size D (NEDA 13A) battery by grasping the ends and pushing
straight down. Observe polarity. The RED terminal is positive (+).
(c) Insert the 45-volt No. 415 (NEDA 213) battery. Observe polarity. Align terminals
and swing into clips. Use pressure from the bottom until battery is seated in clips
and terminals.
Perform the 2312G battery check before each test procedure that follows.
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2) Press the “CAL.” Pushbutton. Adjust the “CAL. ADJUST” control for full scale
“0” on the panel meter’s “INS.” scale.
(b) To check the 1.5-volt battery used for all functions other than insulation:
(3) Insert test lead plug fully into receptacle (Refer to 1-1, Figure 1, 1) at the top of
the2312G before attempting to operate the 2312G.
NOTE: For ALL battery checks, the test cable plug must be inserted and test lead clips
disconnected.
(4) Adjust meter pointer with meter bezel knob to low end of scale zero (“0”) before
resistance or insulation tests. Adjust to ambient for indicator tests. (An accurate
thermometer placed next to the indicator under test is recommended.)
NOTE: More positive pointer action is achieved when bezel knob is positioned so
that clockwise knob movement moves pointer downscale. If action is reversed,
rotate knob 180 degrees.
(5) To remove inherent friction, gently tap 2312G meter bezel after each adjustment and
before reading. Also tap system indicator before reading unless specifically instructed
otherwise by manufacturer’s instructions.
A hot engine will cause thermocouples to generate a small potential, which will
produce errors in measured resistance values. This effect is inherent in any type of
resistance measuring instrument. It is more troublesome in ohmmeters than in Wheatstone
Bridge circuits, so it will be more noticeable on the “RX1” and RX10” functions than on the
“LEAD” function.
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This effect can be circumvented by taking two measurements: the first, with test leads
connected in one polarity; and then, reversing the lead connections for the second
measurement. The true value is equal to the average of the two readings (i.e., add the two
readings and divide by two). The two readings must be taken in quick succession so that
the thermocouple temperature will be the same for both readings. If the thermocouples are
too hot, the readings will be too far from nominal to provide sufficient accuracy. In this case,
wait for the engine to cool further.
D. Before connecting 2312G leads, press and hold RED “CAL.” pushbutton while turning
“CAL. ADJUST” to move meter pointer to infinity (full scale).
E. Carefully connect test lead clips to thermocouple bank to insure a good electrical
connection. Press the BLACK “TEST” pushbutton while reading resistance directly on the
“RX1 / RX10” scale.
D. Before connecting 2312G leads, press and hold RED “CAL.” pushbutton while turning
“CAL. ADJUST” to move meter pointer to infinity (full scale).
F. Carefully connect test lead clips to system lead wires at indicator end, insuring a good
electrical connection. Press the BLACK “TEST” pushbutton while reading resistance
directly on the “RX1 / RX10” scale. Multiply value obtained by ten (10).
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(4) Before connecting 2312G leads, press and hold RED “CAL.” pushbutton while
turning “CAL. ADJUST” for precise center scale on bottom “LEAD RES.” Scale (gently
tap meter to remove inherent friction).
(6) Carefully connect test lead clips to system lead wires at indicator end, insuring a good
electrical connection. Press the BLACK “TEST” pushbutton while reading resistance
on the panel meter’s “LEAD RES.” scale.
B. If any of the next situations occur, do the following: release the BLACK “TEST” pushbutton;
recheck lead connections; then, press the BLACK “TEST” pushbutton again.
(1) Meter pointer moves down-scale abruptly striking pointer stop, then comes to rest near
lower end scale, with resistance much less than desired value.
(2) Meter pointer comes to rest at, or near, lower end of scale, with resistance less than
desired value.
(3) Meter pointer starts to move up-scale, then comes back down to rest near the lower
end of scale, with resistance much higher than desired value.
(4) Meter pointer moves up-scale to or near upper pointer stop, with resistance higher than
desired value.
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C. Before connecting 2312G leads, press and hold RED “CAL.” pushbutton while turning
“CAL. ADJUST” for full scale zero (“0”).
D. Disconnect both leads at system temperature indicator. Then connect one lead clip to
ground and one to the thermocouple system lead wires. (Refer to Engine manufacturers’
Maintenance Manual for specific hookup.)
E. Press the BLACK “TEST” pushbutton while reading resistance on the “INS.” scale.
F. Disconnect thermocouple leads at engine thermocouple bank, and reconnect one clip to
each of the thermocouple leads. Insure lead terminals are not touching each other at
either end of the cable.
G. Press the BLACK “TEST” pushbutton while reading resistance on the “INS.” scale.
E. Connect test lead clips to indicator terminals. Observe polarity: alumel is negative (-) and
connects to the 2312G BLACK clip. Chromel is positive (+) and connects to the 2312G
RED clip.
F. Press and hold the BLACK “TEST” pushbutton while positioning the “CAL. ADJUST” control
for desired test points as read on the 2312G meter’s “°C” scale.
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NOTE: Indicator must agree with 2312G reading to within manufacturers’ specifications.
A. General
(1) The “Potentiometric” or “Servoed” indicator, as they are generally referred to, may be
recognized by its multiple pin electrical connector and the requirement of aircraft
electrical power to operate.
(2) The 2312G may be used to test this type of system subject only to the applicable
2312G indicator test accuracy limitations. (Refer to Engine Maintenance Manual and to
Chapter 2 of this Manual.) On those aircraft that specify greater test set accuracy for
certifying the system, the 2312G may be used only for troubleshooting and general
system performance tests.
(3) Thermocouple lead resistance is not critical with this type of indicator, and usually need
not be measured.
(2) Set meter pointer to zero (“0”) using meter bezel knob.
(3) Connect 2312G leads to probe pins sized to fit chromel and alumel pin sockets of
aircraft plug removed from indicator.
(4) Follow section 3, Approximate System Lead Resistance Test, paragraphs B through F.
NOTE: Lead resistance is not critical, generally in the order of 5 to 100 ohms. No
precision measurement need be made.
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D. Insulation Testing
(3) Follow section 5, Insulation Testing, paragraphs A. through C. and E. Use probe pins
at aircraft plug or make connection at engine thermocouple terminal block.
E. Indicator Test
(5) Connect test lead clips to indicator leads. Observe polarity: alumel is negative (-) and
connects to the 2312G BLACK clip. Chromel is positive (+) and connects to the
2312G RED clip.
(7) Press and hold the “TEST” switch while positioning the “CAL. ADJUST” control for
desired test points as read on the 2312G meter’s “°C” scale.
NOTE: Indicator must agree with 2312G reading to within manufacturers’ specifications.
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It is also recommended that the 2312G and its carrying case be carefully inspected for damage.
If damaged, immediately notify the carrier and the manufacturer.
2. SHIPPING
Use standard delicate electronic equipment packaging procedures when packing the 2312G for
reshipment.
3. STORAGE
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