Fieldpiece Quick Start

1 Power on your SMAN4 by holding the ON/

Description
Your SMAN4 is the first true wireless-
4-Port Wireless OFF button for 1 second.
2 Select desired units (English or Metric or a
enabled digital refrigerant 4-port manifold and
vacuum gauge for HVACR service. Use optional
Manifold & Vacuum combination) by holding ENTER for 1 second.
3 Calibrate temperature and/or pressure as
wireless transmitters to receive temperature
measurements over-the-air for real-time


Pressure (bar)
Pressure (pounds/in2)


Pressure (bar)
Pressure (pounds/in2)
Gauge needed. See calibration sections for more
details.
target superheat calculations. Your SMAN4 can
wirelessly send data to the HG3 HVAC Guide
Pressure (kilopascals or Megapascals)
Negative Pressure (inches of mercury)
Pressure (kilopascals or Megapascals)
Negative Pressure (inches of mercury)
OPERATOR'S MANUAL 4 Connect to the system. for more extensive analysis, data logging, or Negative Pressure (cm of mercury) Negative Pressure (cm of mercury)
5 Press the circular button to select between printing reports for your customers.
Model SMAN4 Actual Superheat and Subcooling, Target Your SMAN4 combines high precision,
Superheat, Direct Temperature Display (T1 T2 absolute pressure manifold gauges, a superheat/
Direct) or Saturation Temperature Display. subcooling calculator, true micron gauge for
vacuum, and dual temperature measurements Superheat T1 Direct
into one easy-to-use instrument. Your SMAN4 Vapor Saturation Temperature Subcooling T2 Direct
Certifications calculates and simultaneously displays target Indoor Wet Bulb Liquid Saturation Temperature
superheat and actual superheat to ensure Outdoor Dry Bulb
proper charging of a unit. Your SMAN4’s 4-port Vacuum Stopwatch
FCC ID: VEARF915 manifold has a large 3/8” vacuum port and 3/8” Hours:Minutes or Minutes:Seconds
bore throughout the block for quicker recovery Micron Reading Has Stabilized
C-Tick (N22675) and evacuations. Set Mode Alarm Mode
Your SMAN4 is designed to meet the demands High Alarm Low Alarm
CE of the HVACR technician with a ruggedized Vacuum (Microns of Mercury) Battery Life Connection Strength
rubber boot for durability, a strong metal T1 thermocouple - T2 thermocouple Auto Power Off Enabled
RoHS Compliant hanger for easy storage and a form fitting, water Target Superheat Wireless Signal Lost
resistant, padded nylon pouch. Selected Refrigerant of System
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Controls Functions Saturation the side of the condenser. For accurate results, keep it shaded
from direct sunlight.
temperature is above or below the dry bulb range, "OL" or “-OL”
will blink and a beep will be heard. Retake the measurement if
Shows vapor (VSAT) and liquid (LSAT) saturation temperatures 7 Real-time target superheat is calculated and displayed in lower this occurs. For accurate results, keep the ATA1 shaded from direct
Superheat and Subcooling calculated from the pressures measured and the refrigerant selected. left corner of display when SMAN4 is receiving real-time indoor sunlight.
Target Superheat
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1 6 7 1 1 Press circular button to cycle through temperature modes until wet bulb and outdoor dry bulb measurements from the wireless 6 Once both IDWB and ODDB are locked in, the Target Superheat
8 9 SH and SC are shown. The SMAN4 can calculate and display both devices. will show in the lower left corner of the display. If the Target
superheat and subcooling simultaneously.
Target Superheat is only used for charging fixed orifice
Note: If the indoor wet bulb or outdoor dry bulb measurements are Superheat calculated from the IDWB and ODDB temperatures is
10 11 12 2 Select the appropriate refrigerant using the REFRIGERANT button. air conditioning systems. Your SMAN4 allows you to receive
2 2 out of calculating range, "OL" or "-OL" will display in the lower outside the range in which air conditioning is recommended then
3 Connect EPA approved refrigerant hoses to low and high side on real-time indoor wet bulb (IDWB) and outdoor dry bulb left corner. “OL” is displayed. Usually, raising the indoor temperature will
SMAN4. Plug K-type thermocouple pipe clamps into T1 and T2. (ODDB) temperatures wirelessly to calculate target superheat. Note: Retrieval of IDWB and ODDB wireless measurements will be bring the conditions within manufacturer’s recommendations. If
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4 Connect your SMAN4 to the system: These values can also be entered manually or input directly by temporarily disabled for 30 seconds (nSG will display) if SMAN4 your target superheat is out of the recommended range, re-take
Superheat: Hand tighten low side hose to suction line service loses communication with the HG3. The wireless tower ( ) will your measurements.
1 Insert K-type thermocouple plugs here. port. Place the T1 pipe clamp thermocouple on the suction line
connecting the included wet and dry bulb thermocouples to T1
blink and "NoSignal" will be displayed on SMAN4 display until 7 To re-take either IDWB or ODDB, press UP or DOWN ARROW until
2 Temperature calibration pots. between the evaporator and compressor, no closer than 6 inches and T2 respectively.
HG3 re-connects or 30 seconds has elapsed. At this time, IDWB the icon (IDWB or ODDB) you wish to re-take is blinking. Press
3 Press to zero atmospheric pressure. to compressor. Receive IDWB and ODDB temperatures wirelessly
and ODDB measurements will be enabled again. ENTER. Re-do the measurement and press ENTER to lock it in. The
4 Press to calibrate to refrigerant tank. 14
Subcooling: Hand tighten high side hose to liquid line service 1 Press circular button until you’ve entered Target SH mode.
Input temperatures with K-type thermocouples newly calculated target superheat will be displayed.
(See Advanced Pressure Calibration section.) port. Attach the T2 pipe clamp thermocouple on the liquid line 2 Press UP or DOWN ARROW. IDWB icon will begin blinking.
1 Press circular button until Target SH is shown on the bottom, Input temperatures manually
5 Press to turn on backlight. Hold when between the condenser and expansion valve (TXV), as close to the 3 Hold SYNC on SMAN4 until a beep is heard (>1 sec).
center of display. 1 Press circular button until Target SH is shown at the bottom,
service port as possible. 4 Attach an accessory head (like ARH5, ARH4, or AAT3) capable of
powering on to toggle Auto Power Off. 2 Plug ATWB1 Wet bulb K-type thermocouple into T1 and ATA1 Dry center of display. Unplug thermocouples from T1 and/or T2.
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5 After turning the system on or making any adjustments to measuring indoor wet bulb temperature to a Fieldpiece wireless
6 Press/hold to cycle through refrigerants. transmitter (sold seperately). Ready accessory head to measure
bulb K-type thermocouple into T2. Both are included with your 2 Press UP or DOWN ARROW to toggle between IDWB or ODDB
7 Hold 1 second to toggle power on/off. the system wait 15 minutes before charging by superheat or SMAN4. input. The icons will begin blinking. Press ENTER to select which
subcooling to ensure that the system is running normally. indoor wet bulb temperature and place at the return of the
8 Press up or down arrow to adjust values. 3 Press UP or DOWN ARROW to toggle between IDWB or ODDB temperature you want to input first, either IDWB or ODDB. The far
6 To add or remove refrigerant connect a refrigerant or recovery evaporator between the filter and the coil.
9 Press to confirm selection. input. The icons will begin blinking. Press ENTER to select which left digit of IDWB or ODDB will begin blinking indicating manual
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tank to the REF port on SMAN4. Follow charging or recovery 5 Select transmit mode on Fieldpiece wireless transmitter and hold
Hold 1 second to adjust units. temperature you want to input first, either IDWB or ODDB. The input mode is ready.
practices from manufacturer. Use the low side, high side, and REF SYNC until wireless partner searching begins. Once SMAN4 is
real-time temperature from the thermocouple will be displayed. 3 Press the UP or DOWN ARROW to change values and press ENTER
10 Press to turn on/off the Hi/Lo vacuum valves on SMAN4 to charge or recover refrigerant as needed. Let connected with transmitter, the real-time wet bulb temperature
4 For IDWB input, wet the sock of the ATWB1. Clip it to the return to lock in each digit. Once the last digit for ODDB or IDWB is
alarms and hold to change alarm settings. system stabilize again for 15 minutes. measurement will display on SMAN4. The ODDB icon will begin
of the evaporator between the filter and coil. When the wet bulb locked in, the calculated target superheat will show in the lower
blinking.
11 Press to toggle through temperature tests.
12 Hold 1 second to Sync to a wireless enabled partner device. T1 T2 Direct Note: The SMAN4 and Fieldpiece wireless transmitter must be within
temperature reaches its lowest point and stabilizes, press ENTER
to lock the reading. If the inputted temperature is above or below
left corner of the display.
Note: When pressing ENTER to lock in the last digit for IDWB or
1 Press circular button until T1 and T2 are shown. 10 feet (3m) for initial sync to occur. Once synced, the wireless
13 Turn clockwise to close High side port. 2 Plug in any K-type thermocouple into T1 and/or T2. the wet bulb range, "OL" or “-OL” will blink and a beep will be ODDB, if the inputted temperature is below or above the wet bulb
range is 100 feet (30m).
14 Turn clockwise to close Low side port. 3 Read the temperature directly from the display. heard. Retake the measurement if this occurs. or dry bulb range, "OL" or “-OL” will flash once and a beep will be
6 Repeat steps 3 -5 for outdoor dry bulb measurements (ODDB). For
15 Turn clockwise to close 3/8" Vacuum port. 4 T1-T2 is displayed in the lower left corner of the display. outdoor dry bulb measurement, place the accessory head onto
5 For ODDB input, clip the ATA1 thermocouple to the side of the heard. In both instances you must re-input the measurement.
16 Turn clockwise to close Refrigerant port. condenser. Once reading is stable, press ENTER. If the inputted
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 Pulling a Vacuum SMAN4 to HVAC Guide® (HG3) Specifications Microns for Vacuum Maintenance
Follow all manufacturers’ evacuation procedures over those in Your SMAN4 can wirelessly send meaurements to the HG3 System Wireless range: Up to 100 feet (30m) Connector type: Standard 1/4" and 3/8" NPT male flare fitting
this manual. Analyzer (FW v 3.42 or higher) for deeper analysis and data logging. Your Range: 50 to 9999 microns of mercury Clean the exterior with a dry cloth. Do not
Initial wireless sync range: Within 10 feet (3m) use liquid.
1 Connect your SMAN4 in-line with your vacuum pump and the SMAN4 can send suction and liquid line pressures and temperatures, Mini-USB port: For updating to newer versions of firmware Resolution: 1 micron (50 to 2000 microns), 250 microns (2001 to
system, then power on your SMAN4. superheat/subcooling calculations, indoor wet bulb and outdoor drybulb 5000 microns), 500 microns (5001 to 8000 microns), 1000 microns
2 Draw a vacuum on the system. The SMAN4 will automatically temperatures with target superheat calculation (if SMAN4 is wirelessly
Display size: 5 inches (diagonal)
Backlight: Blue (On for 1 minute unless turned off manually) (8001 to 9999 microns) Battery Replacement
sense the negative pressure and display the vacuum in microns. receiving these measurements), and vacuum micron measurements Battery: 6 x AA (Battery life below based on alkaline type) Accuracy: ±10% or ±10 microns, whichever is greater (50 to 1000 The battery must be replaced when the
3 Press Alarm to activate the High (Hi) alarm or Low (Lo) alarm. No (for datalogging) all in real-time. From the HG3, you can print reports Battery life: Approx. 135 hours (without backlight and wireless) microns)
display of Lo or Hi means alarm is off. Note: The stopwatch will on a PC to hand to customers and/or file for your own record-keeping. Maximum overload pressure: 580 psig battery life indicator is empty. Turn your
Low battery indication: is displayed when the battery SMAN4 off and replace with 6 AA batteries.
start when an alarm is activated. Pressing Alarm will reset the The HG3 System Analyzer can receive wireless measurements from voltage drops below the operating level Units: Microns of mercury
stopwatch.
4 When the rate of change in pressure is less than 1 micron per 10
the SMAN4 to the following tests: CheckMe!®, Superheat, Subcooling,
Charging Jacket, and Data Logger.
Auto shut off: 30 minutes of inactivity when APO is activated
Over range: "OL" or "-OL" is displayed
Temperature Cleaning the Micron Sensor
seconds, Stable will appear to the left of the micron reading. 1 Connect your SMAN4 to the system for measurement of suction Sensor type: K-Type thermocouple
Operating environment: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) at <75% RH Range: -95°F to 999.9°F (-70°C to 537.0°C) Over time, the vacuum sensor of the SMAN4
Additional Tips: and liquid line pressures and temperatures. Storage temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C), 0 to 80% RH
To achieve a deep vacuum as quickly as possible: 2 Sync wireless devices to SMAN4 to receive indoor wet bulb and Resolution: 0.1°F/°C may become contaminated with dirt, oil, and
(with battery removed) Accuracy: ±(1.0°F) -95°F to 199.9°F; ±(0.5°C) -70°C to 93°C other contaminents introduced from pulling
1 Use the shortest hoses with the largest diameter available. outdoor dry bulb measurements. See Target Superheat section for Weight: 4.03 lbs (1.83 kg)
2 Remove Schrader cores and core depressors. Core removal tools wireless IDWB and ODDB instructions. ±(2.0°F) 200°F to 999.9°F; ±(1.0°C) 93°C to 537.0°C vacuums.
like the "MegaFlow Valve Core Removal Tool" can be purchased 3 Press circular button on SMAN4 to enter Superheat/Subcooling, T1 Pressure Note: All accuracies are after a field calibration.
from Appion, Inc. to help with this process.
3 Inspect the rubber seals at both ends of your hoses for damage
T2 Direct, or Saturation temperature modes.
4 Hold the SYNC button until a beep is heard (>1 sec). Wireless
Sensor type: Absolute pressure sensors
Connector type: Standard 1/4" and 3/8" NPT male flare fitting
Refrigerants 1 Never use an object such as a cotton swab to clean the sensor,
you may cause damage to the sensor.
The P-T charts of the following 39 refrigerants come pre-
that may result in leakage. signal bars icon in lower right corner of display will appear and Range: 29” HgV to 580psig (English), 74 cmHgV to 0 to 4000KPa programmed into your SMAN4. In your SMAN4 the refrigerants are 2 Open all knobs/valves, and cap all the ports except for the VAC
4 Do not use hoses with low loss fittings when evacuating or begin searching. (Metric), 4.000MPa (Metric), and 40.00bar (Metric) listed in order of most commonly used. Here, they are listed in numerical port.
pulling a vacuum on a system. 5 Set HG3 to one of the following tests: CheckMe!®, Superheat, Resolution: 0.1 psi/inHg; 1 kPa/cmHg; 0.001MPa; 0.01bar order for easy reference. 3 Drop enough Isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol into the VAC port using
Set Vacuum Alarms Subcooling, Charging Jacket, or Data Logger.
6 With HG3 test, highlight a test line that corresponds to one of the
Accuracy: 29” HgV to 0” HgV: ±0.2” HgV
74 cmHgV to 0 cmHgV: ±1 cmHgV
R11, R113, R114, R12, R123, R124, R125, R13, R134A, R22, R23, an eye dropper or funnel so that it can flush out contaminents.
4 Cap VAC port and gently shake your SMAN4 upside down to clean
1 Hold ALARM for one second to enter Alarm Set mode. R401A(MP39), R401B, R402A, R402B, R404A, R406A, R407A, R407C,
measurements being sent from the SMAN4. 0 to 200 Psig: ±1 Psi; 0 to 1378 KPa: ±7 KPa; 0 to 1.378MPa: R408A, R409A, R410A, R414B (Hotshot), R416A, R417A, R420A, sensor.
2 Press ALARM to toggle between Alarm Hi and Lo. 7 Hold SYNC button on HG3 until search pattern shows on right of ±0.007MPa; 0 to 13.78 bar ±0.07 bar R421A, R421B, R422A, R422B(NU22B), R422C(Oneshot), R422D, R424A, 5 Turn right side up. Open a port to pour out the rubbing alcohol
3 Use UP or DOWN ARROW to select the value and press ENTER test line. All receivable real-time measurements from the SMAN4 200 to 580 Psig: ±0.3%+1 Psi; 1378 to 4000KPa: ±0.3%+7 Kpa; and open all ports to allow sensors to dry out. Drying usually
to lock in each digit. Once last digit in Alarm Lo is locked, your R434A(RS-45), R438A(MO99), R500, R502, R503, R507A
will populate corresponding test lines on HG3. 1.378 to 4.000MPa: ±0.3%+0.007MPa; 13.78 to 40.00bar: takes about an hour.
SMAN4 will automatically revert to normal testing mode. 8 Press OUTPUT on HG3 to view deeper analysis of the system. ±0.3%+0.07bar
Note: The SMAN4 and HG3 must be within 10 feet (3m) for initial Maximum overload pressure: 800 psig
sync to occur. Once synced, the wireless range is 100 feet (30m). Units: Psig, kPa, MPa, bar, inHg, and cmHg
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Calibration Advanced Pressure Calibration Your SMAN4 refers to the built-in P-T charts Limited Warranty Obtaining Service
Your SMAN4 has the ability to perform a linear to compare the temperature of the refrigerant This meter is warranted against defects in Call Fieldpiece Instruments for current costs
Temperature adjustment of the pressure sensors based on to the vapor saturation temperature. If the material or workmanship for one year from on our fixed price warranty service. Send
To calibrate your SMAN4 temperature refrigerant type, temperature, and pressure. pressures on your SMAN4 are within 3psi of the date of purchase. Fieldpiece will replace or check or money order for the amount quoted.
thermocouples, adjust the pot on the front of Note: If the P1 and P2 pressure readings are not at zero, perform a pressure corresponding to the vapor saturation repair the defective unit, at its option, subject Send your digital manifold, freight prepaid, to
the meter labeled T1 Cal or T2 Cal. The best way Pressure Zeroing adjustment before performing this advanced temperature, the SMAN4 will adjust the pressure to verification of the defect. Fieldpiece Instruments. Send proof of date and
calibration.
to calibrate is to match to a known temperature. 1 Press circular button until your SMAN4 enters T1 T2 Direct mode. sensor linearity to match the P-T chart. This is This warranty does not apply to defects location of purchase for in-warranty service.
Ice water is very close to 32°F and is readily 2 Plug in a K-type thermocouple into T1. (A bead type a fine adjustment and requires you to strictly resulting from abuse, neglect, accident, The meter will be repaired or replaced, at the
available. Accuracies of one degree or better thermocouple, like the ATB1, is recommended.) adhere to the procedure closely or you will unauthorized repair, alteration, or unreasonable option of Fieldpiece, and returned via least cost
are obtained through field calibration. 3 Connect the SMAN4 to a refrigerant cylinder of a known, single receive an error message "Err". use of the instrument. transportation.
refrigerant using an EPA approved service hose. Be sure to open Any implied warranties arising from the sale of
1 Stabilize a large cup of ice water by stirring. Pure, distilled water both HIGH and LOW side valves on your manifold and cap the
unused ports. (If caps are not available you can connect both a Fieldpiece product, including but not limited
will be the most accurate.
2 Press the circular button until your SMAN4 enters Direct ends of a refrigerant hose to the two unused caps. Note: Some to implied warranties of merchantability and
Temperature (T1 T2) mode. refrigerant will remain in the hoses which will need to be fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to
3 Immerse the temp probe in ice water from T1 and adjust the recovered.) the above. Fieldpiece shall not be liable for loss
T1 Cal pot with a flathead screwdriver and let it stabilize, keep 4 Press the REFRIGERANT button to match the refrigerant of the of use of the instrument or other incidental or
stirring. cylinder you are using.
5 Attach bead-type thermocouple to the side of the cylinder using consequential damages, expenses, or economic
4 Repeat Step 3 for temp probe in T2.
tape. It is recommended to attach in the middle of the cylinder. loss, or for any claim of such damage, expenses,
Pressure Zeroing Important: Let the temperature of the thermocouple stabilize or economic loss.
To calibrate your SMAN4 pressure sensors to to the refrigerant temperature for 1 to 2 minutes or until stable.
Note: For best results, the refrigerant cylinder should have been
! WARNINGS State laws vary. The above limitations or
atmospheric pressure, ensure that your SMAN4 DO NOT APPLY MORE THAN 800 PSI TO ANY PORT ON THE MANIFOLD. exclusions may not apply to you.
stored in a stable ambient condition environment for at least 24
is disconnected from any pressure source and at hours. FOLLOW ALL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER'S TESTING PROCEDURES
equilibrium with the ambient pressure. 6 Open the refrigerant cylinder. The pressure inside cylinder should ABOVE THOSE IN THIS MANUAL IN REGARDS TO PROPERLY
1 SMAN4 must be in Superheat/Subcooling, Saturation, or T1 T2 now be displayed on both HIGH and LOW side pressure sensors.
Direct mode.
2 Press the CAL Atmospheric Pressure button and your SMAN4 will
7 Press the CAL Test Pressure button.
SERVICING THEIR EQUIPMENT.
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