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Remove the battery cover as shown in Figure 1 and remove the existing batteries. It may be 
beneficial to turn the unit vertically and shake out both batteries. Install two C size alkaline 
batteries with the polarities shown in Figure 1. Re-install the battery cover and secure with the 
cover screw. 

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Cover

Screw for 

removing 

or securing 

the battery 

cover

Figure 1

Replacing the Sensor

To replace the sensor, firmly grasp the flexible probe near the end with one hand and use the 
other hand to unscrew the nozzle portion from the threaded probe tip in a counter-clockwise di-
rection. Next, remove the metal washer, the rubber washer and the sensor in that order. Observe 
the orientation of the key on the sensor being removed. It would be advisable to replace the 
filter inside the nozzle at the same time. To remove the microfiltration membrane from inside the 
nozzle, the assistance of a long thin object such as an o-ring pick or equivalent will be required.

Probe  

Key Sensor

Rubber 

Washer

Metal 

Washer Filter

Nozzle

Figure 2

When installing a new sensor, orient the tab key on the sensor with the keys slot on the probe, 
making certain that the 3 pins of the sensor are inserted into the appropriate pins inside the 
probe end. Verify that the sensor has been properly inserted into the probe. Next install the 
rubber washer as shown in Figure 2, followed by the metal washer. Insert new filter and screw 
on the nozzle while firmly holding the probe end with the other hand. DO NOT USE ANY TOOLS in 
tightening the tip assembly, firmly hand tighten only.

LEAK TEST VIAL 

A Leak Test Vial is supplied with your leak detector to verify that the 
leak detector is operating correctly.
1. Turn the leak detector ON and wait until the unit completes its
    warm-up sequence. The READY LED will be displayed and the  
    audible “beep” will begin, unless muted. Set the sensitivity level  
    to MEDIUM.
2. Remove the vinyl cap from the vial to expose the small leak hole as 
    shown in Figure 3A below.  DO NOT UNTWIST THE BLACK CAP 

Figure 3A

Figure 3B

    FROM THE BOTTLE. 
3. Briefly place the probe tip close to the small hole, as shown in Figure 3B until an audible
   alarm is generated. This will be an indication that the unit is operating properly. Reseal the  
   vial with the previously removed vinyl cap and return to the case.

PRECAUTION!

If the test vial is held in close proximity of the probe tip for an extended period of time, the 
probe sensor can saturate. The leak detector will interpret this as a contaminated atmosphere 
associated with a large leak.
This precaution also applies when locating leaks. Refer to 

Quick Start Tips On How To Find 

Leaks

, step #2 for further clarification.

If the above precaution is not followed, the CA (contaminated atmosphere) LED may appear on 
the display, after a self-calibration process. The unit can be used to detect leaks provided the 
READY LED appears on the display. The CA LED indication will eventually disappear when the unit 
returns to a non-contaminated environment and undergoes a self-calibration process.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts and accessories for the 55975 Leak Detector are available through the same 
dealer from whom you purchased the instrument.

REF. #

DESCRIPTION

MC PART #

1.

Blow Molded Plastic Box

55800-PB

2.

Leak Test Vial

55800-VL

3.

Battery Cover

55900-BATCOV

4.

Sensor

55800-SEN

5.

2 “C” Batteries

BATTERY “C”

6.

Sensor Protector

55100-10042

7.

Replacement Filters (3)

55800-FILTER

1

7

2

3

4

5

6

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or 

other reproductive harm.

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