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Operationandfunction

Type 8741

9.6

functions

9.6.1

AUTOTUNE function

Function optimisation of the MFC control parameters.

For the MFC, the

AUTOTUNE function is conducted at the

factory. This is done at the operating pressure and with the
calibration medium specified in the calibration protocol.
A re-run of this function is not normally necessary.
However, a re-run of the

AUTOTUNE function is required in

the following cases:
• If the pressure conditions in the installation have changed.
• If the operating medium is not the same as the calibration

medium.

description:
With the

AUTOTUNE function, the control parameters for the device

which are dependent on the conditions of the installation, are calcu-
lated and optimised.
The proportional valve is activated according to a pre-defined scheme,
by which the mass flow changes. Certain control parameters are then
adapted to local conditions. Optimisation is carried out according to
the criteria for as short a recovery time as possible, without overshoot.

Warning!

danger from flowing gas.
While the

AUTOTUNE function is running, the gas flow may be

greater than the nominal flow.

▶ Before running AUTOTUNE, check whether a hazard could arise

through an increased gas flow and take appropriate measures

to ensure safety.

during the AUTOTUNE:

Do not interrupt the power supply to the MFC.

Keep the supply pressure constant.

The

AUTOTUNE function is triggered via the fieldbus. (See

operating instructions "Digital Communication, Type 8741").

• During the running of the

AUTOTUNE function, the LED on the

device is lit green.

• The flow control of the MFC is suspended.
• After completion of the

AUTOTUNE, the device returns to its previous

operating state.

• After successful running of

AUTOTUNE, the optimised control set-

tings are transferred to the hard memory of the device.

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