INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LOW PRESSURE CALIBRATION PUMP

MODEL PGL
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BEAMEX OY AB
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8804200 / PGLuEng / Version 1.0

CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................. 1
Standard Accessories ......................................................................................... 1
Optional Accessories .......................................................................................... 1
Connections and Parts ........................................................................................ 2
Connection Diagram ........................................................................................... 3
OPERATION................................................................................................. 3
Positive Pressure Calibration .............................................................................. 3
Negative Pressure (Vacuum) Calibration ............................................................ 4
Keep in Mind ....................................................................................................... 5
TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE ..................................................... 6
Seal Replacement ............................................................................................... 6
Leak Test ............................................................................................................ 7
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................ 8
WARNINGS .................................................................................................. 1
DESCRIPTION
The PGL Low Pressure Calibration Pump is designed to manually generate up to
±400 mbar (±6 psi) for quick and accurate calibration of pressure gauges, transduc-
ers and other pressure measurement instruments.

Standard Accessories
The standard accessories are as follows:
• Pressure connectors:
o G 1/8" male with 60° internal cone to G1/8’’
including an o-ring (10.1 mm x 1.6 mm NBR 70).
Pre-installed in PGL.
o G 6/4" nipple to G 1/8’’
including an o-ring (10.1 mm x 1.6 mm NBR 70).
Delivered as a replacement for the pre-installed connector

• A set of seals (o-rings), type: 10.1 mm x 1.6 mm NBR 70

(Nitrile Butadiene Rubber, Shore A70, black)
• Guarantee leaflet
• This Instruction Manual

Optional Accessories
The optional accessories are as follows:
ITEM ORDER CODE
• Carrying case 8003310
• Service kit containing the following items, 8003080
including instructions:
o Fine Adjust valve stem
o O-ring for the Fine Adjust valve
• Bag of additional connectors: 8003090
o G 1/8" male with 60° internal cone to G1/8’’
incl. an o-ring (10.1 mm x 1.6 mm NBR 70).
o G 6/4" nipple to G 1/8’’
incl. an o-ring (10.1 mm x 1.6 mm NBR 70).
• Tube of grease 0005180

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Connections and Parts

 Fine Adjust handwheel (clockwise to increase pressure).

 Cylinder
 Coarse Adjust handwheel (clockwise to increase pressure).
 Pressure connector. Default: G 1/8" male with 60° internal cone.
 Release valve (clockwise to close/ counterclockwise to open).

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Connection Diagram

OPERATION
Positive Pressure Calibration
1. Open Release valve .
Rotate the the Fine Adjust handwheel  to mid position.
Rotate the Coarse Adjust handwheel  counterclockwise to maximum
2. Connect the calibrator (pressure module, reference) and the instrument to
be calibrated (Device Under Test, DUT) to Pressure connector  using a
Beamex Pressure Measurement Hose or similar.
3. Close Release valve  and check that the measurement system is not
leaking. See Leak Tests on page 7.
4. Increase the pressure close to the next calibration point by rotating the
Coarse Adjust handwheel  clockwise.
5. Advance to calibration point by rotating the Fine Adjust handwheel .
6. Continue to next calibration point by repeating stages 4 and 5 until you
reach the calibration point with the highest pressure.
7. Decrease the pressure close to the next calibration point by rotating the
Coarse Adjust handwheel  counterclockwise.
8. Advance to calibration point by rotating the Fine Adjust handwheel .
9. Continue to next calibration point by repeating stages 7 and 8 until all cali-
bration points are done.
10. Start another calibration run from stage 4 onwards or end calibration by
opening Release valve .

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Negative Pressure (Vacuum) Calibration
11. Open Release valve .
Rotate the the Fine Adjust handwheel  to mid position.
Rotate the Coarse Adjust handwheel  clockwise to maximum
12. Connect the calibrator (pressure module, reference) and the instrument to
be calibrated (Device Under Test, DUT) to Pressure connector  using a
Beamex Pressure Measurement Hose or similar.
13. Close Release valve  and check that the measurement system is not
leaking. See Leak Tests on page 7.
14. Decrease the pressure close to the next calibration point by rotating the
Coarse Adjust handwheel  counterclockwise.
15. Advance to calibration point by rotating the Fine Adjust handwheel .
16. Continue to next calibration point by repeating stages 14 and 15 until you
reach the calibration point with the deppest vacuum.
17. Increase the pressure close to the next calibration point by rotating the
Coarse Adjust handwheel  clockwise.
18. Advance to calibration point by rotating the Fine Adjust handwheel .
19. Continue to next calibration point by repeating stages 17 and 18 until all
calibration points are done.
20. Start another calibration run from stage 14 onwards or end calibration by
opening Release valve .

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Keep in Mind
Immediately after a pressure change, the pressure may change slightly due to the
stretching/shrinking of the pressure measurement hose. Thermodynamic effects
may also cause pressure variation. In that case, adjust the pressure back to re-
quired value using the Fine Adjust  handwheel.
Do not exceed the max. operating pressure of the pump and the hose. Also observe
the pressure limit set by environmental conditions.
Ensure that there always is a reliable pressure indicator connected to the pump
when the pump is used.
If there is a strong counterforce while operating the pump, but no pressure change
is indicated, stop using the pump and locate the fault. Always keep a reliable indica-
tor connected to the measurement system.
If the pump fails to indicate a pressure change, check to assure that the connec-
tions between the pump, the hose end and the attached instrument(s) are tight and
retry pumping. Also check to assure that possible unused connectors are properly
plugged.
If a pressure increase still cannot be obtained, it’s possible that one or more of the
seals in the Pump is leaking and needs to be replaced.
Do not use the pump if the functionality of the pump is not normal. Locate the
fault before you continue using the pump.
A full list of warnings is at the end of this manual.

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TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE

Hard to Adjust Using Coarse Adjust Valve 

CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Release valve is not closed. Close the release valve .

The Coarse Adjust Valve's  o-ring is Replace the o-ring.

broken or loose.

Hard to Fine Adjust Using Fine Adjust Valve 

CAUSES SOLUTIONS
The connections are not tightened. Tighten all connections.

The Fine Adjust Valve's  0-ring is Replace the o-ring.

aged or frayed.
The thread surface is not smooth. Apply Teflon® tape.
The connector types do not match. Use proper adapter.

Hard to Turn the Valves

CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Release valve  closed too tight after Do not close release valve too tight-
the previous calibration. ly.

The new pump does not run smooth. The new pump needs time to run in.
Lack of lubrication in threads. Lubricate the thread.

Seal Replacement
Depending on the frequency of use, the seals will eventually need replacing. The
replacement seals are part of an optional Service kit and the kit includes instruc-
tions for replacing/fitting the seals.

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Leak Tests
If you want to test the pump and the connected measurement system, do as fol-
lows:
If you do not already have a calibration measurement system connected to the
pump, connect an accurate enough pressure measurement instrument, e.g. a
Beamex 400mC pressure module to the pump.
You'll also need a clock to measure time.

Leak Test for Positive Pressure

Increase pressure using constant change rate up to pump's full scale positive pres-
sure (400 mbar / 6 psi). Start your clock.
After five minutes, record the pressure indication, p5.
After ten minutes, record the pressure indication, p10.
Calculate the leak, Lp, using this equation: p − p10
Lp = 5
p5

If Lp is less than 0.01 (1 %), the system is leak free.

Leak Test for Negative Pressure (Vacuum)

Decrease pressure using constant change rate down to pump's full scale negative
pressure (-400 mbar / 40 kPa / -6.0 psi). Start your clock.
After five minutes, record the pressure indication, pv5.
After ten minutes, record the pressure indication, pv10.
Calculate the leak, Lv, using this equation: Lv = pv5 - pv10 [kPa].
If Lv is less than 1 kPa (approx. 0.14 psi), the system is leak free.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Weight 1.2 kg 2.65 lb
Dimensions Height 133 mm approx. 5.2"
Width 251 mm approx. 9.9"
Depth 117 mm approx. 4.6"
(
Pressure range * -400 mbar to +400 mbar / -6 psi to +6 psi
Safety Pressure < 4 bar / < 60 psi
Pressure media Clean air
Temperature 0 ... 50 °C
Humidity < 95 %RH
0.1 Pa / 0.001 mbar / ∼0.0004 inH2O / ∼1.5×10 psi
-5
Pressure resolution
Output connectors
• G 1/8" male with 60° internal cone, for Beamex
pressure measurement hose, pre-installed.
• G 6/4" nipple delivered as an optionaI connector to replace the one meant
for Beamex pressure measurement hose

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WARNINGS
Read the instruction manual carefully prior to setting up and using the pres-
sure pump.
Only personnel with good experience and knowledge of pressure media,
pressure instruments and connections are allowed to work with the pressure
pump. Incorrect use may result in damage to the pump, the instrument con-
nected to the pump and/or personal injury.
Use eye shields. The use of a relief valve for over-pressure protection is rec-
ommended. If a relief valve is used, remember to occasionally check its func-
tionality.
Do not connect the pump to an external pressure source.
Vent external systems before connecting to the pump.
Ensure that all connections are made correctly and that the hoses and con-
nectors are free of impurities and undamaged. Do not use faulty hoses or
connectors.
Use only measuring hoses provided by Beamex or other reliable suppliers.
Observe the effect of the operational conditions to the maximum pressure
allowed in the hose.
The environmental conditions may restrict the allowable maximum pressure
to a lower level than the pump and the hose enable. In that case please con-
sider using a relief valve.
Always depressurize PGL when it is left on its own.
Avoid possible damage when suddenly apply pressure to low pressure and
small chamber gauges.
Do not exceed the safety pressure limit (4 bar / < 60 psi).
Compressed air may cause problem in explosive or corruptive environment.
Do not over tighten connectors to avoid any damage.
Store the pump in the dry and non-corruptive environment.
If the pump is accidentally dropped, it may be damaged. Do not use the pump
before it is inspected at Beamex’s service.
Do not use PGL in any other way than as described in this manual.
Any safety problems or damages caused by incorrect operation, are beyond
Beamex's responsibility.
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