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4.  PREPARING FOR USE 

 

The Main Switch:  

 

There is a master ON/OFF switch located at the front of the base unit  
This must be switched on before use and when charging.   

 

 

The OFF position is provided for 
when longer term storage is 
anticipated to ensure that the 
batteries are not discharged. 
 

 

Attaching the probe:   

 

The probe attaches to the AUTO600’s body  using a metal screw thread 
attachment.  This only needs to be hand tight. Take care not to over 
tighten or cross thread it.  

 

 

Do not insert the probe into the 
vehicle exhaust until: 
a)  The vehicle’s engine is up to 

the required temperature 

b) The AUTO600 has 

completed its warm up 
sequence and has auto-
calibrated itself. 

c)  Instructed to do so by the 

handset in PEAK mode 
operation. 

 

Bluetooth or cable connectivity: 

 

It is possible to

 

use either Bluetooth to link the handset and base unit, or 

the included cable if preferred. It is not possible to switch from one to the 
other while in use. In order to change the connection method the 
AUTO600 must be powered down and then restarted. 

 

Bluetooth communication between the handset and the base unit is 
achieved using Class1 devices. These have a nominal range of one 
hundred metres. 

Summary of Contents for AUTO600

Page 1: ...AUTO600 SMOKEMETER Stock No 19266 2 February 2013 Kane International Ltd...

Page 2: ...be toxic in relatively low concentrations These gases are exhausted from the top and the base of the AUTO600 base unit Use in an adequately ventilated area Ensure the test vehicle is at normal operati...

Page 3: ...vehicles It is designed to meet recognised standards for accuracy and repeatability for Category A Cars Light Commercial and Category B Commercial vehicles Measurement Units are H Hartridge units and...

Page 4: ...cles This is to ensure accurate and repeatable measurements are obtained 3 BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME The AUTO600 base unit has an integrated nickel metal hydride NiMh battery pack that can be re...

Page 5: ...ket Charging Indicator and Fuse 6 Base Unit On Off switch CAUTION The fuse fitted to the AUTO600 is a 20 5mm 5A quick blow fuse Do not fit any other part 3 2 HANDSET The Handset requires two alkaline...

Page 6: ...e connection 2 Units key selects measurement units in k m or Hartridge H 3 Backlight and contrast key Press repeatedly for four levels of contrast with the backlight on and four levels with backlight...

Page 7: ...perate for at least fifty hours on a fresh set of batteries with Bluetooth communications longer when using the serial cable The handset will keep the time and date as set even when turned off When ne...

Page 8: ...t the probe into the vehicle exhaust until a The vehicle s engine is up to the required temperature b The AUTO600 has completed its warm up sequence and has auto calibrated itself c Instructed to do s...

Page 9: ...up sequence The handset screen will display the system status and the warm up sequence begins The screen will display the warm up time and the LEDs on the base unit will start to flash in sequence for...

Page 10: ...Page 10 The AUTO600 is now ready for use Bluetooth connection symbol Vehicle Category Cat A Cars light commercial Cat B Commercial Measurement Units...

Page 11: ...hange vehicle category press MODE until MENU option is displayed Press ENTER and scroll to Cat A B using the UP or DOWN key Press ENTER Select CatA or CatB and press ENTER to confirm the option requir...

Page 12: ...0 provides instructions on its handset when to ACCELERATE and STOP the test The AUTO600 automatically detects the engine acceleration by an increase in smoke emission as extra fuel is supplied to the...

Page 13: ...reen The screen then displays the key actions needed to stop and start the smoke test sequence It is very important that the probe is fitted into the running vehicle s exhaust before the ENTER key is...

Page 14: ...average can be printed using the Kane infrared printer Ensure the emitter on the top of the handset and the printer are lined up and in range before pressing the print button Follow the screen prompt...

Page 15: ...ine Black smoke soot oil and unburnt fuel which indicates a mechanical fault with the engine or air intake restriction White smoke water droplets and unburnt fuel which is produced when the engine is...

Page 16: ...until the UP and DOWN keys are pressed together Individual test results the current smoke average and the drift figure are displayed as they are made available These results can be printed at the end...

Page 17: ...are allowed to run down the language selection will revert to the default English ZeroSmke Press ENTER key to select this function which zeros the smokemeter Follow the on screen instructions to set t...

Page 18: ...tergents as they may damage the finish impair safety or affect the reliability of the structural components 7 4 Regular Maintenance If the readings are erratic or if the AUTO600 will not zero it may b...

Page 19: ...remove the end caps The end caps are each held in place by two captive Philips headed screws Once these have been completely undone the end caps are removed by sliding them horizontally away from the...

Page 20: ...e s connector by gentling pulling on the cable where it enters the body of the main case assembly The connector is locking so exercise care when extracting the connector Note the orientation of the co...

Page 21: ...embly Disconnect the detector assembly s connector by gentling pulling on the cable where it enters the body of the main case assembly The connector is locking so exercise care when extracting The key...

Page 22: ...e cleanser residue to evaporate 7 4 5 How to clean the measurement tube CAUTION THE SOOT PARTICLES RELEASED DURING CLEANING CAN CAUSE IRRITATION IF INHALED ALWAYS ALLOW THE AUTO600 TO COOL BEFORE PERF...

Page 23: ...clock position of the detector assembly Carefully re fit the connector ensuring that it is fully mated 7 4 8 How to refit the end caps The probe end cap goes to the left hand side of the main case whe...

Page 24: ...SHOULD NEVER BE REPLACED WITH ANYTHING OTHER THAN AN ORIGINAL KANE BATTERY MODULE SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT 7 5 1How to remove the Smokemeter s battery module Turn the Smokemeter on its side on a sui...

Page 25: ...Page 25 Replacement is a reversal of this process...

Page 26: ...replace the handset s batteries CAUTION ENSURE BATTERIES ARE CORRECTLY REPLACED Switch the handset OFF Unclip the battery compartment cover Take note of the orientation of the batteries and the detail...

Page 27: ...to correct for these situations 8 1 Calibration Verification For regulatory emissions programmes some authorities still require that calibration is regularly verified using neutral density filters The...

Page 28: ...Page 28 Neutral density filters are an optional extra as different regulators mandate different densities of filters and different accuracy levels...

Page 29: ...igger Loss of Communication between handset and base unit Flat battery in handset or base unit change handset charge base Bluetooth out of range Will require restart to re establish Cable has become d...

Page 30: ...eter will be used Switch on all localized electrical equipment capable of causing interference Check all readings are as expected A level of disturbance is acceptable If not acceptable adjust the smok...

Page 31: ...ies used in this instrument should be disposed of in accordance with current legislation and local guidelines At the end of the product s life it should be re cycled in accordance with current legisla...

Page 32: ...er s specification and counter any long term sensor or electronics drift or accidental damage Local regulations may require more frequent certification of conformity In the UK Kane International has s...

Page 33: ...dride battery rated capacity 7Ah External Charger Supply Requirement 13 15Vdc at 4Amps Fuse Rating 5A T time delayed in 20 5mm form Weight 4 6 kg HANDSET Dimensions 200 mm long 50 mm high 95 mm wide K...

Page 34: ...n Depth Weight 0 5 kg BATTERY MODULE Type NiMh rechargeable 12V 7AH Life 4 hours from full charge Charge time 4 hours BATTERY CHARGER Input 100 240V AC 47 63Hz Output 15 V dc 4 amps AMBIENT OPERATING...

Page 35: ...ZeroSmke This performs a true zero of the Smokemeter Triggger Point at which the peak test is registered The sensitivity can be adjusted in low smoke or high smoke conditions Cat A B Vehicle type Cat...

Page 36: ...Page 36 Thank you for buying this Smokemeter Before use please register on our website www kane co uk...

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