Fieldpiece JL3PC Job Link System Premium Pipe Clamp Probe Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- Fieldpiece
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Job Link® System Premium Pipe Clamp Probe (1/4″ to 1 3/8″)
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Model JL3PC
Quick Start
- Install the Fieldpiece Job Link® system app on your mobile device and sign up for an account if you’re a new user.
- Remove the single screw of the top rubberized battery cover and install 2 x AAA batteries.
- Press for 1 second to power on.
- Open Measurements in the Job Link® app and favorite the probe to the tool manager.
- View live measurements on your mobile device up to 1000 feet away.
What’s Included
Job Link® System Premium Pipe Clamp Probe
2 x AAA Batteries
Emery Cloth for Cleaning Pipes
Operator’s Manual
1 Year Limited Warranty
WARNING
The entire JL3PC may become hot when testing hot pipes or cylinders. Use
caution handling.
Description
The JL3PC Job Link® System Premium Pipe Clamp Probe sends long-range wireless
pipe temperature measurements directly to the Fieldpiece Job Link® system
mobile app. Take advantage of Rapid Rail™ sensor technology for extremely
fast and accurate measurements that surpass Title 24 requirements.
The Rapid Rail™ thermocouple is specifically designed to work on HVACR
electrically (and thermally) conductive piping and uses the pipe itself to
complete the circuit, resulting in the highest temperature accuracy!
Navigate cramped spaces using the narrow jaw. Rubberized grips and ergonomic
design supply comfort and control. Work on a wide range of pipes from ¼’’ to
1- /8’’. Pipe diameters are etched into the sides of the clamp for quick
reference.
Maintenance
CLEANING: Clean the exterior with a damp cloth. Do not use detergents or
solvents.
BATTERIES: When the LED slowly blinks Red, the batteries must be
replaced. Ensure the power is OFF. Remove the single screw from the top
rubberized battery cover. install 2 x AAA batteries. You can also monitor
battery life in the Job Link® app tool manager.
CALIBRATION: The JL3PC is wireless so it doesn’t need to be calibrated as
often as wired thermocouples. To verify the accuracy, submerge just the sensor
into ice water. Depending on atmospheric pressure and water purity, the
measurement will be 32°F ± 1°F. If calibration is required, use the tool
manager in the app to adjust the offset for that particular tool.
Specifications
Minimum Device Requirement: BLE 4.0 devices running iOS® 7.0 or Android™
5.0 (Latest compatibility at www.fieldpiece.com)
Pipe Contact Surface Compatibility: Electrically conductive
Pipe Size Compatibility: 1/4″ to 1 3/8″ (6.4mm to 34.9mm) OD
Sensor Type: Rapid Rail™ thermocouple (nickel-chromium / nickel aluminum)
Measurement Feedback: Beeper and LED
Measurement Range: -50°F to 257°F (-46°C to 125°C) Plastic body and wire
insulation are designed to withstand a maximum continuous temperature of 257°F
(125°C).
Stabilization Time: 3 seconds typical Accuracy: ±1.0°F (±0.6°C) Meets
California’s Title 24 requirements
Battery Type: 2 x AAA, NEDA 24A, IEC LR03
Battery Life: 150 hours typical alkaline. LED blinks red when battery
replacement is needed.
Auto Power Off: 2 hours (APO can be disabled)
Wireless Range: 1000 feet (305 meters) line of sight. Obstructions affect
distance.
Radio Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Operating Environment: -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C) at <75% RH
Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C), 0 to 80% RH (with
batteries removed)
Temperature Coefficient: 0.1 x (specified accuracy) per 1.8°F (-4°F to
64°F, 82°F to 122°F), per 1°C (-20°C to 18°C, 28°C to 50°C)
Weight: 0.33 lbs (150 g)
Water Resistant: Designed to IP55
US Patent:
www.fieldpiece.com/patents
Operation
Press for 1 second to power ON/OFF.
LED Color Indications
Green slow blink: normal operation Yellow blink: open thermocouple circuit Red
slow blink: batteries need to be replaced
High or Low Side Switch
The Job Link® system app knows which side you have selected for each probe.
Select the Suction line or Liquid line and place it on the system
appropriately.
Rapid Rail™ Sensor Advantages
Traditional pipe clamps sit on top of the pipe surface. Some sensors touch the
pipe, and some have material between the pipe and the sensor. They can be
affected by wind, heat, corrosion, insulation, paint, dirt, etc. The Rapid
Rail™ sensor uses the pipe itself to complete the thermocouple circuit. The
pipe is part of the sensor! If you get a measurement, you know it’s correct.
Because the pipe is the thermocouple junction, all you need is enough contact
for conductivity. This means the clamp can sit on an angle or on a bend
without loss in performance. There is a beeper and an LED to indicate whether
or not the circuit is closed and a temperature is being measured:
Double beep and yellow LED = Open Circuit Single beep and green LED =
Closed Circuit If you don’t get a measurement, there’s something on the pipe
that’s blocking the electrical circuit (and accuracy). Sometimes you can
slightly rotate the clamp back and forth around the pipe to cut through
contaminants. Sometimes you need to sand the pipe a bit.
Remote Data Logging
(Data logging will be available shortly after the time of printing. Look for updates.) Use the Job Link® system mobile app to program the JL3PC to log measurements starting at a specific time of day for up to 7 days. Auto power off disables.
- Make sure JL3PC is powered OFF.
- Open the Job Link® system mobile app.
- Press for 5 seconds to enter data logging mode. The LED will shine solid green.
- Set up the probe’s data logging parameters within the app. The LED will blink green while the app is sending setup instructions. The LED will slow blink blue when waiting for the programmed start time to occur.
- Place the JL3PC on the system.
- When the programmed start time is reached, the LED will very slowly blink green to indicate data logging has begun.
- When the programmed span has finished, the LED blinks and powers of.
- Repeat steps 1-3 and uses the app to extract your data log from the JL3PC.
Auto Power Off (APO)
If the clamp hasn’t been opened/closed or the button pressed, it will automatically power off after 2 hours. To disable APO until powered off, while power is on tap twice. The ED will briefly blink red. To enable APO, while power is on tap twice. The LED will briefly shine red.
Limited Warranty
This probe is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for one
year from the date of purchase from an authorized Fieldpiece dealer.
Fieldpiece will replace or repair the defective unit, at its option, subject
to verification of the defect.
This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from abuse, neglect,
accident, unauthorized repair, alteration, or unreasonable use of the
instrument.
Any implied warranties arising from the sale of a Fieldpiece product,
including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose, are limited to the above. Fieldpiece shall not be
liable for loss of use of the instrument or other incidental or consequential
damages, expenses, or economic loss, or for any claim of such damage,
expenses, or economic loss.
State laws vary. The above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
Obtaining Service For international customers, warranty for products
purchased outside of the U.S. should be handled through local distributors.
Visit our website to find your local distributor.
Certifications and Module IDs
EN 300 328
Regulatory Compliance Mark
2ALHR003
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
00263-18-10972
Restriction of Hazardous Substances Compliant
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures: . Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. . Connect the
equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected. . Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, any changes
or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. (Example
– use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral
devices).
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS-247 standard.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC RSS-102
radiation exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 0.5 cm
between the radiator and your body. Fieldpiece Instruments 1636 West Collins
Avenue, Orange, CA 92867
I FEEL Statement
The operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device or device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device or device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
ANATEL Statement
This equipment is not subject to protection from harmful interference and may not cause interference with duly authorized systems.
Designed in USA
MADE IN TAIWAN
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