Chapter 3. Diagnostics; Introduction; Displaying Diagnostic Parameters - GE DigitalFlow GS868 Service Manual

Chapter 3. Diagnostics

3.1 Introduction

This chapter explains how to troubleshoot the Model GS868 if problems arise with the electronics console, the
flowcell, or the transducers. Indications of a possible problem include:
•
display of an error message on the active display screen
•
erratic flow readings
•
readings of doubtful accuracy (i.e., readings that are not consistent with readings from another flow measuring
device connected to the same process).
If any of the above conditions occurs, proceed with the instructions presented in this chapter.

3.2 Displaying Diagnostic Parameters

The Model GS868 has a built-in Diagnostics Menu to aid in the troubleshooting of flowcell, transducer and/or
electrical problems. The Diagnostics Menu may only be entered from the Big or Dual measurement mode display. See
Chapter 2, Displaying Data, in the Programming Manual for instructions on setting the display screen to the desired
format, and enter the Diagnostics Menu as shown below.
Ch1 label gSITE
Ch1 Velocity Ft/s
6.95
(error codes appear here)
CH1 CH2 SUM
Note: For a 1-Channel meter, the above prompt does not appear, and the following prompt is the initial screen.
(Ch1) label gSITE
Velocity Ft/s
6.95
(error codes appear here)
TIME DIAG
Note: Ch1 (or Ch2), which is shown in parentheses above, appears in the locator bar only with a 2-Channel Model
GS868.
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Press the 
option bar. Press the appropriate
DIF
Press the 
appropriate
or  keys until the desired channel option appears on the
]
[Fx]
or  keys until
DIAG
]
[Fx]
key to select this option.
Chapter 3. Diagnostics
key to select this option.
appears on the option bar. Press the
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