Specifications
Sensing element:
Heated Diode
Sensor life:
5 years (typical)
Refrigerants:
HFC, CFC, HCFC, and blends
Sensitivity:
Min (Stationary): 0.03 oz/yr (1g/yr)
Max (Stationary): >6 oz/yr (>180g/yr)
Min (In motion): 0.1 oz/yr (3g/yr)
Max (In motion): >6 oz/yr (>180 g/yr)
After exposure to (50g/yr): 0.1 oz/yr (3g/yr)
In poluted environment: 0.1 oz/yr (3g/yr)
Response time:
0.5 to 1 second
Recovery time:
~9 seconds
Auto off:
10 minutes after no activity
Battery:
3.7VDC(nominal), 1800mAh rechargeable
lithium ion (model NP-120) replaceable battery.
Battery life:
15 hours continuous use prior to
needing a charge. Degradation (30%) after 500
charge/discharge cycles or two years, whichever
comes first
Low battery LED:
Illuminated when approximate-
ly 1 hour of battery life remains
Charge time:
approximately 4 hours @ 450mA
Operating environment:
32ºF (0°C) to 104ºF
(40°C) at <75%RH (non-condensing)
Weight:
15.2 oz (0.43kg)
Storage environment:
<80%RH meter and batt.
For 80% battery recovery:
-4ºF (-20°C) to 140ºF (60°C) less than 1 month
-4ºF (-20°C) to 113ºF (45°C) less than 3 months
-4ºF (-20°C) to 68ºF (20°C) less than 1 year
Notice of Compliance
This instrument complies with the specifications
for an indicating, locating leak detector as
described by the european standard EN 14624,
approved by CEN on Febuary 21st 2005.
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Modular Expandability
Modular expandability is ability for accessory
heads and meters to change configurations to
match the various needs of an HVAC/R technician.
Accessory heads (the sensors) send out a mV
signal, which represents the value of the measure-
ment, to whatever meter is attached to it. Heads can
attach directly to the top of a Stick meter, DL3 data
logger, or EHDL1. They can also plug into any meter
with mV ranges using ADLS2 leads.
Warranty and Service
The product is warranted to the original purchas-
er against defects in material or workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
During the warranty period, Fieldpiece Instruments
will, at its option, replace or repair the defective unit.
This warranty does not apply to defects resulting
from abuse, neglect, accident, unauthorized repair,
alteration, or unreasonable use of the instrument.
Any implied warranty arising out of the sale of
Fieldpiece's products including but not limited to
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for
purpose are limited to the above. Fieldpiece shall
not be liable for incidental or consequential dam-
ages.
Contact Fieldpiece for an RMA# if returning any
defective SRL8 for warranty service. Include the
defective instrument along with proof of purchase.
Contact Fieldpiece for out of warranty repair
charges.
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Lithium Battery Care
The SRL8 contains a very powerful lithium ion
battery. For a long battery life and safe operation,
you must observe the following:
Cautions
1. Do not expose the battery to temperatures high-
er than 140ºF (60ºC).
2. Do not charge the battery in or near heated
places such as fire, hot vehicles, or direct sun-
light.
3. Do not solder directly on battery.
4. Do not expose the battery to direct impact or
throw it.
5. Do not get the battery wet.
6. Do not deform or pierce the battery in any way.
7. If there is any battery leakage, do not touch the
battery. In the case that electrolyte gets into the
eyes, flush with fresh water, do not rub, and see
a physician immediately.
8. Send in for replacement immediately if there is
any deformity, bad smell, color change, or other
abnormality.
9. The battery is user-replaceable and can be pur-
chased at most electronic stores. The following
batteries are compatible with the SRL8: Fuji
Film: NP-120, PENTAX: DLI-7, RICON: DB-43
Charging
Two chargers are included with the SRL8. The
AC charger plugs into a wall outlet, and the car
charger plugs into a car cigarette lighter DC plug.
1. The battery is partially charged when packaged.
Fully charge the battery before first use.
2. The LOW-BATT LED will light red when the bat-
tery is low. Charge can be checked at any time
the unit is on with the Battery Check function
(See Operation section).
3. To recharge the SRL8, plug one end of the
charger into the top of the SRL8 and the other
into the power source. LOW-BATT will blink
while charging until the battery is fully charged.
When the SRL8 battery is fully charged, LOW-
BATT turns off.
4. Charge within operating environment specified
in the Specifications section of this manual.
5. Avoid frequent full discharges. Several partial
discharges with frequent recharges are better
for lithium-ion batteries. Unlike nickel-based bat-
teries they have no charge memory and do not
need to be discharged before charging.
Storage
The battery should have a 40%-50% charge dur-
ing prolonged storage of a month or longer. See
Specifications section of this manual for proper stor-
age environment.
Battery life is dramatically reduced if the battery
is stored fully charged and/or at high temperatures.
Included Equipment
Use model RRE2 when detecting in tight spaces,
such as through a condenser grille. Model RFE2
extends the wand to 25.5”. The blow molded case,
model holds accessories and chargers.
All accessories shown are included with the
SRL8.
Standalones from Fieldpiece
The SRL8 Heated diode refrigerant leak detector
is designed for HVAC/R technicians. Here are some
other standalone products from Fieldpiece
Instruments.
9”(23cm) Flex
Extension
model RFE2
Blow Molded Carrying Case
w/ RRE2 and RFE2
Model ABMK3
Sensor model
RHD1
9” (23cm) needle
tip model RRE2
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BATTERY
CHECK
Temp Cal
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SRH2
PRESS FOR
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AUTO-OFF
BATTERY
CHECK
T/C
Cal
°C
°F
T/C
NTC
Diagnostic
Psychrometer
Calculates
Target SH
and Target
Evap Exit
Temperature
400
DISCONNECT
TEST LEADS
340
SC77
µ
Auto
4000m
400m
HOLD
NCV
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AC
DC
SSX34
Superheat and
Subcooling for A/C
and Refrigeration
SRH2
Diagnostic
Psychrometer
SC77
All-in-one
Expandable
Clamp-on Meter
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