March 2021
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59812-K007 Rev 17
Business Confidential
d.
Ignite the wick of the smoke tester and blow out the flame. Squeeze the pipette bulb to keep the
wick smoking.
Note:
Care to be taken with this activity at all times.
e.
While the wick is still smouldering, insert it into the pipe connector and squeeze the pipette bulb.
f.
Observe the wick is still smouldering, insert nylon pipe into the pipe connector of the detector
and squeeze the pipette bulb.
g.
After tests are completed the Detector Peak Level readings should be erased. This can be done
via the Engine Menu using Clear Peak. (refer Figure 106)
h.
To release the pipe from the connector, press in the metal collar on the end of the connector at
the same time as pulling the pipe out
i.
Remove the nylon pipe from the pipe connector for stowage purposes.
j.
The wick is reusable and can be left in the wick holder. Fully extinguish the wick after use at all
times.
k.
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet in the event of health or safety issues.
Method 2 - Using Artificial Smoke
It is important when using this method that only approved smoke canisters are used as other brands
may deposit residue within the detector sample chamber affecting the performance.
Smoke canisters approved for use on the Graviner Mk7 Oil Mist Detection system are:
HSI Fire and Safety SmokeCheck 25S
HIS Fire and Safety PurCheck
When using this type of spray canister, it will inject smoke at a rate where the rise of oil mist is rapid and
will pass through the alarm thresholds extremely quickly.
a.
Push the nylon pipe of the smoke tester into the connector on the side of the detector base body
(refer to Figure 78).
b.
Using a can of artificial smoke, spray enough artificial smoke into the pipe connector to cause
an alarm condition.
c.
After tests are completed the Detector Peak Level readings should be erased. This can be done
via the Engine Menu using Clear Peak. (refer Figure 106)
d.
To release the pipe from the connector, press in the metal collar on the end of the connector at
the same time as pulling the pipe out
e.
Remove the nylon pipe from the pipe connector for stowage purposes.
f.
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet in the event of health or safety issues.
Method 2 is recommended in situations where the use of a naked flame would be
hazardous.
