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851 Transport Drive • Valparaiso, IN 46383

219.465.2700 • www.gasleaksensors.com

Combustible Gas Leak Detector

Warning: 

To prevent ignition of flammable 

or combustible atmospheres, disconnect 

power before servicing.

7WA6

Approved UL913, For Class I, 

Division 1, Groups C & D

hazardous locations when used 

with alkaline batteries and approved 

Lithium Ion (LiON) rechargeable 

battery.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SENSIT

®

 TKX

Read and understand 

instructions before use.

Model with

alkaline battery shown.

Summary of Contents for TKX

Page 1: ... flammable or combustible atmospheres disconnect power before servicing 7WA6 Approved UL913 For Class I Division 1 Groups C D hazardous locations when used with alkaline batteries and approved Lithium Ion LiON rechargeable battery INSTRUCTION MANUAL SENSIT TKX Read and understand instructions before use Model with alkaline battery shown ...

Page 2: ...k of ignition of flammable atmospheres batteries must only be charged in an area known to be non hazardous Warning For models with built in LiON rechargeable battery Do not attempt to remove the rechargeable battery This battery is not intended to be removed by the end user Warning To prevent ignition of flammable or combustible atmospheres disconnect power before servicing FOR YOUR SAFETY NOTICE ...

Page 3: ...pecifications 6 Product Features 7 Operation Preparation Alkaline Battery Powered Model 8 Preparation LiON Rechargeable Battery Model 9 Operation and Use 10 11 Battery Replacement Alkaline 12 13 Battery Recharging LiON Rechargeable 14 15 Operation Check 16 Sensor Replacement 17 Warranty Back Cover ...

Page 4: ...60 00002 Instruction Manual 750 00043 Alkaline Batteries 310 00004 Wall Charger US 871 00050 Optional Accessories Parts Sensor 375 2611 00 Wall Charger International 871 00049 for models powered by alkaline batteries for models powered by the LiON rechargeable battery 4 ...

Page 5: ...X solid state sensor is sensitive to most combustible and or toxic gases A partial list of these gases is Acetone Alcohol Ammonia Steam Butane Gasoline Jet Fuel Hydrogen Sulfide smoke Industrial Solvents Methane Lacquer Thinner Naphtha Propane Natural Gas CAUTION This instrument is not to be used as a carbon monoxide investigative tool or to quantify any gas concentration 5 ...

Page 6: ...x 30 Hours Alkaline Approx 20 Hours LiON Size 3 5 x 10 x 1 6 89 x 254 x 40 mm Weight 2 4 lbs 1 1 kg Alkaline 2 0 lbs 0 9 kg LiON Operating Temp 0 to 120º F 20 to 50º C Charging Temp 32 104º F 0 40º C Probe Length 16 Approvals UL913 Intrinsically Safe 6 7WA6 SENSIT TKX is approved by Underwriters Laboratories to UL913 for Class I Division 1 Groups C D hazardous locations when used with alkaline bat...

Page 7: ...hargeable Battery Shown SENSOR ON OFF SWITCH SENSING INDICATOR TICK ADJUST DIAL FLEXIBLE GOOSENECK BATTERY COVER LOCKING TAB BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER CHARGING LED RECHARGEABLE MODEL ONLY CHARGING PORT AND COVER RECHARGEABLE MODEL ONLY ...

Page 8: ...artment BE SURE TO OBSERVE AND FOLLOW THE POLARITY MARKING on the inside of the battery holder for proper battery installation The instrument will not function with improperly installed batteries 3 Replace the battery compartment cover pushing it in place until the locking tab snaps into position Check to be sure the battery compartment cover is secure to the instrument body by firmly pulling the ...

Page 9: ...le battery has been packaged with a special label covering the ON OFF Switch to insure the device does not turn on during shipment This label must be removed before the TKX can be powered on Follow the procedure in the section titled Battery Charging page 14 to perform an initial charge to the battery ...

Page 10: ...direction until a uniform tick begins to sound A uniform tick rate indicates a fully warmed up instrument The red LED will flash at the same time the tick sounds 4 Approach suspected leak areas with the sensor until the tick begins to increase When the tick increases do not move the sensor from the suspected leak area rotate the tick adjust slightly counterclockwise to slow the ticking sound and c...

Page 11: ...ot illuminate or blinks the alkaline batteries must be replaced or the rechargeable battery must be recharged 6 If the instrument does not perform or it has been damaged test the instrument by following the operation check procedure in this manual ...

Page 12: ...y from the top of the instrument 2 Removed the spent batteries and place three 3 approved batteries into the battery compartment BE SURE TO OBSERVE AND FOLLOW THE POLARITY MARKING on the inside of the battery holder for proper battery installation The instrument will not function with improperly installed batteries Warning To prevent the risk of ignition of flammable atmospheres batteries must onl...

Page 13: ...it in place until the locking tab snaps into position Check to be sure the battery compartment cover is secure to the instrument body by firmly pulling the handle away The handle will remain in place if cover is properly in place A fresh set of alkaline batteries should operate the instrument for approximately 30 hours 13 ...

Page 14: ... Cover Note this cover is tethered to the TKX housing Care should be taken not to pull the end of the tether completely out of the Charging Port Hole 2 The charging connection should be visible through the charging port hole Insert the plug from the approved battery charger that was provided with your TKX instrument CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 14 Warning To prevent the risk of ignition of flammable atm...

Page 15: ...luminate red to indicate that the battery is charging and green to indicate a fully charged battery Charging may take up to 6 hours 4 When charging is complete remove the charger plug and replace the charging port cover The instrument will operate for approximately 20 hours continuously on a full charge 15 ...

Page 16: ... as an unlit butane lighter The tick should increase when the gas is applied The tick will decrease when the gas is removed If the unit fails to respond the sensor may need replacing or the unit may need to be sent in for repair see below CAUTION This instrument shall only be repaired by a SENSIT factory authorized repair technician 16 ...

Page 17: ...off 2 Pull off the sensor cap 3 Unplug the old sensor and discard 4 Line up reference tab on side of sensor with reference mark on sensor circuit board and plug in sensor 5 Replace sensor cap 6 Turn on unit and perform Operation Check 17 ...

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Page 20: ...over damage which occurs in shipment or failure which results from alteration tampering accident misuse abuse neglect or improper maintenance A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase may be required before warranty performance will be rendered This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Instruments out of warranty...

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