Precision Digital PD6830 - Manual (Page 51)

PD6830 Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The rugged design and the user-friendly interface of the meter should make it
unusual for the installer or operator to refer to this section of the manual. If the meter
is not working as expected, refer to the recommendations below.
Troubleshooting Tips
Symptom Check/Action
No display or faint display Check power connection.
Rate display unsteady Increase low gate setting in Advanced
menu.
Meter displays error message during
calibration (Span eRROR) Verify minimum input span requirements
Meter flashes 99999 Check input signal is within scaled range
of 99999.
Display stuck displaying MAXIMUM or
MINIMUM Press Menu to exit Max/Min
display readings.
Display response is too slow Check gate settings to see if they can be
lowered.
If the display locks up or the meter
does not respond at all Perform hard reset by removing and
reconnecting the display module or by
removing external loop or DC power.
Backlight does not appear. Backlight is intended for viewing
assistance in dim lighting conditions. It
may not be noticeable under good lighting
conditions. Battery powered models turn
off the backlight after ten seconds of
button inactivity.
Other symptoms not described above Call Technical Support for
assistance.
SafeTouch
®
Buttons do not respond Service menu was selected or mechanical
button was pushed. The SafeTouch
®
Buttons will be re-enabled automatically
after a 5 minute delay from the last button
push.
If slide switch on display module is in Lock
position, switch to Unlock.
Sunlight can interfere with the sensors. It
is recommended to shield the window
from sunlight while operating the buttons
by standing so as to block direct sunlight.