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SF

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-Leak Pointer 

Operating Manual (original version) 

Type-No.: 3-033-R002

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 3-033-R002

Page 1: ...SF6 Leak Pointer Operating Manual original version Type No 3 033 R002 ...

Page 2: ...ion features 9 3 3 Searching for Leaks 10 3 4 Operating tips 11 4 Maintenance 12 Please read this operating instruction before putting the device into operation Thus operating faults can be avoided In case of non observance of the operating instruction the manufacturer cannot assume any liability or warranty The copyright of this documentation remains with DILO Armaturen und Anlagen GmbH D 87727 B...

Page 3: ...e safety notes This symbol refers to risks for persons danger to life danger of injury This symbol refers to risks for machines material and the environment This symbol refers to electric shock The most important aim of the safety notes is to prevent personal injuries If the warning sign Danger appears danger from machines materials and the environment are not excluded If the warning sign Warning ...

Page 4: ... manuals are available on site only qualified personnel operates or repairs the device this personnel is regularly instructed in safety procedures and environmental protection and that this personnel is fully aware of the complete operating manuals and particularly in the safety notes the safety and warning notes mounted on the SF6 LeakPointer are legible and not removed The parts inside the SF6 L...

Page 5: ...utely no operation intervention during the leak search process Controlled by an internal software the SF6 LeakPointer continuously and automatically adjusts critical sensitivity related functions providing optimal leak searching results under any conditions 2 1 Technical data SF6 LeakPointer Dimensions of the device Length L 254 mm 10 Width B 59 mm 2 3 Height H 51 mm 2 Weight 0 5 kg 1lbs 2 oz ...

Page 6: ...5 General data Sensor State of the art Cold Cathode Discharge Diode Response time T90 approx 1s Recovery time approx 1s Ambient moisture up to 90 relative moisture non condensing during operation Operating temperature 20 50 C 4 to 122 F Sensitivity Fully automatic sensitivity selection with 6 visible LED range indicators Maximum sensitivity allows detection of approx 5 g yr Audible alarms Two user...

Page 7: ... and subsequent leak size as follows GEAR LEAK SIZE N No Leak 1 2 Small 3 4 Medium 5 6 Large Power Three size C alkaline batteries NEDA ANSI 14A Continuous Operating battery life at 25 C 77 F High intensity alarm 55 hrs Low intensity alarm 75 hrs Because the instrument turns itself off after 10 min of inactivity the actual useful battery life may be longer than stated See Maintenance section for L...

Page 8: ...e of the art Cold Cathode Diode CCD Superior resistance to background contaminants Exclusive TACHOMETER style LED leak indicators Rugged ergonomically correct housing fits comfortably in your hand Up 75 hours and more of battery life with auto off feature Includes hard case spare CCD sensor and 3 size C alkaline batteries Certified to CE High Output Alarm Speaker 8 LED Tachometer Display Enables u...

Page 9: ...on to toggle between the two audible alarm options The instruments will store the current alarm setting when turned OFF thus becoming the operation alarm the next time the instrument is powered on TURNING THE INSTRUMENT OFF At any time during operation press and hold down the START button until the LED display turns OFF This indicates that the unit has been shut down SENSOR STATUS INDICATOR If the...

Page 10: ...k Search Procedure Notes Take care not to contaminate the detector probe tip if the part being tested is contaminated If the part is particularly dirty or condensate moisture is present it should be wiped off with a dry shop towel or blown off with shop air No cleaners or solvents should be used since the detector may sensitive to their ingredients Visually trace entire SF6 filled equipment to be ...

Page 11: ... using foils around joints or fittings or otherwise shield the search area from the wind WHEN TO RESET THE UNIT It is necessary to reset the SF6 LeakPointer during a leak search if the unit becomes fully saturated multiple leaks are present or during the leak verification process LEAK VERIFICATION If a suspected leak is indicated verify several times by moving the sensor away from the leak area re...

Page 12: ...tal and plastic components Do not attempt to remove one component from the other Do not use solvents or cleaning solutions for cleaning the sensor It should be replaced when air vents become clogged Eventually the sensor will need to be replaced This condition is usually indicated by abnormal or erratic performance With the unit OFF the old sensor can be removed by screwing off and the new one can...

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