Condec Source 3000 - Manual (Page 5)

Introduction 1
About This Manual
The Source 3000 is a portable, self-contained pneumatic pressure console with precision vernier. A rugged,
compact instrument manufactured by Condec, designed to provide ease of operation when used in conjunction
with multiple manufacturers electronic calibrators, for the calibration of a wide variety of pressure sensing and
measuring devices.
Equipped to perform rapid on-site calibrations, these instruments have proven to substantially reduce the cost,
system down-time and man-hours of labor normally associated with these routine service functions.
This instrument is an all mechanical device that combines a 15 cubic foot, 3000 PSI cylinder with our precision
Orion 2C vernier. The unit has multiple ports. Front panel gages tell the operator system pressure, as well as,
remaining pressure in the internal cylinder. A pressure regulator will act as a pressure limiter so that the operator
can not over pressure a unit under test. Adapter fittings are supplied for the customer to put on their fill hose and
test hose.
This manual has been written to give the user a simple and clear explanation of how to operate, and troubleshoot
these instruments.
Before attempting to use the Source 3000, Self Contained Pressure Source, the following
instructions must be carefully read and understood by personnel utilizing the equipment.
This is a high-pressure system. While a substantial effort has been expended to make this
equipment safe, simple and fool-proof to operate, it is strongly recommended that only
personnel formally trained in the use of pneumatic pressure equipment be permitted to
operate it. Potentially dangerous conditions could be produced through negligent handling
or operation of the console due to the high pressure cylinder contained within the unit.
These units are strictly for use with pneumatic pressures. Erroneous readings and potential
damage could result from the introduction of hydraulic fluids into the internal tubing lines.
Authorized distributors and their employees can view or download this manual from the Condec
distributor site at
www.4condec.com .
1.0 Introduction
The Source 3000 represents the latest in technology, offering a combination of features, performance, versatility
and reliability not previously available in a single, self-contained pressure source instrument. Some of the more
outstanding features are listed below:
• Using a manually adjustable regulator, the maximum system input pressure is adjusted to any desired value
higher (typically 20 to 50%) than the full scale range of the device being tested. By virtue of this technique,
the unit under test is fully protected from being inadvertently over-pressurized.
• Portable: These compact, self-contained systems are easily carried and operated by only one person. Total
weight is approximately 25 pounds.
• Pressure Source: An internal supply cylinder with a volume of 15.0 std. cu. ft. of N
2
provides up to 3000
PSIG of pressure for calibration and test. A check valve quick disconnect fitting provides re-charging
capability.
• Simple Operation: All controls, gages and pressure ports are accessible from the front panel.
Accompanying operator's manual provides clear, concise instructions for system operation.
• Safe, Clean Operation: All pressure components are made of brass, aluminum or stainless steel and
proof-tested to at least 150% of maximum operating pressure. In addition, the system contains a
high-pressure burst disk to protect both the operator and system components from harm in the event of
inadvertent over-pressurization.
Warning