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Appendix A: General Maintenance

All combustion analyzers use consumable items such filters and probes. These
items are user serviceable and can be taken care of by the operator. 

The consumable items that will require operator attention are the water trap / fil-
ter assembly, flue probe, pump protection filter, and ambient temperature probe.

The recommended maintenance schedule for your analyzer is as follows:

Maintenance Performed

Frequency

Water trap Check

Once per week (Once per day for analyzers

Filter Check

that see heavy use or are used in oil fired
applications) 

Pump Operation Check 

Once per month (More often for analyzers

Flue Probe Integrity Check 

that see heavy use or are used in oil fired

Thermocouple Probe Check 

applications)

Water Trap Check

Visually check the water trap for:

1. Cracks in the bowl.
2. Broken ears on the bowl where the lid locks on.
3. Broken ears on the lid.
4. Worn out o-ring on the lid.
5. Loose connection to the flue probe tubing.

Filter Check

Signs of dirty or water saturated filters are a slow pump, flow error displayed
when the flue probe is connected, and measurements that take longer than nor-
mal.

TPI analyzers use three filters to protect the pump and sensors. The first filter to
check is the A763 mini pump protection filter. (see picture below)

Strain Relief Spring

Inspection Window

A763 Pump Protection Filter

Look in the inspection window to check the filter. When the filter material
becomes dark, pull the black nose cone out of the tubing and replace the ball fil-
ter inside.

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CALIBRATION & SERVICE

It is recommended that your analyzer be calibrated every 12 months. When
calibration is due the analyzer will remind you by flashing “CAL DUE Err” at
start up and then return to normal operation. Please consult Test Products
International for further details or send your analyzer to the address below
for service. 

TPI / Attn. Repair
9615 SW Allen Blvd.  Suite 104
Beaverton, OR  97005 

The following are consumable parts for the instrument: 

In-Line Filter Element (pkg of 5)

User Replaceable

A794F

Mini Pump Protection Filter Assem. User Replaceable

A763 

**Oxygen Sensor

User / Factory Replaceable

A761

**Carbon Monoxide Sensor

User / Factory Replaceable

A760

**Sensor replacement requires calibration gas.

WARRANTY

Your TPI 708 Flue Gas Analyzer is guaranteed free from defects in materials
and workmanship for 3 Years from the date of purchase. This guarantee does
not affect your statuary rights. For additional information please refer to the
included warranty card or contact TPI at 800-368-5719.

To obtain warranty performance or maintenance on your analyzer: - Include
with the product your name, address, phone number, written description of
the problem and proof of purchase date. Carefully package and return to:

TPI / Attn. Repair
9615 SW Allen Blvd.  Suite 104
Beaverton, OR  97005

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Summary of Contents for 708

Page 1: ...708 Rev 6 x Analyzers Combustion Efficiency Analyzer The Value LeaderTM www GlobalTestSupply com Find Quality Products Online at sales GlobalTestSupply com ...

Page 2: ...ly check and replace the mini pump filter as needed Always make sure the in line filter water trap is installed properly Always periodically check and replace the in line filter as needed Always remove water or condensation from the inside of the in line fil ter water trap assembly prior to performing tests Always use the optional oil filter p n A773 when performing tests on oil burning equipment ...

Page 3: ... when testing flue gases Always periodically check and replace the mini pump filter as needed Always make sure the in line filter water trap is installed properly Always periodically check and replace the in line filter as needed Always remove water or condensation from the inside of the in line fil ter water trap assembly prior to performing tests Always use the optional oil filter p n A773 when ...

Page 4: ...f the TPI 708 which will give you many years of reliable service Your TPI 708 Flue Gas Analyzer comes complete with the following standard accessories TPI 708 Instrument Rubber Boot A765 Soft Carrying Case A768 Flue Sampling Probe A770 In Line Filter assembly installed on Flue probe A794 Temperature Probe GK11M Mini Pump Protection Filter Assembly and spare filters A763 Exhaust Spigot removable A7...

Page 5: ...ual will guide you through the functions of the TPI 708 which will give you many years of reliable service Your TPI 708 Flue Gas Analyzer comes complete with the following standard accessories TPI 708 Instrument Rubber Boot A765 Soft Carrying Case A768 Flue Sampling Probe A770 In Line Filter assembly installed on Flue probe A794 Temperature Probe GK11M Mini Pump Protection Filter Assembly and spar...

Page 6: ...red printer see pg 24 Allows you to view stored data on the display see pg 23 Stores readings to memory see pg 22 Scrolls through and selects analyzer functions see 20 21 Turns Backlight ON and OFF see 9 Turns the instrument ON and OFF see pages 8 9 Print Recall Store Func Scroll Enter 4 Back View Sample Inlet Port Connection for Gas Sampling Probe see pages 7 11 Connection for Mini Pump Protectio...

Page 7: ...ress Sends stored data to a separate infrared printer see pg 24 Allows you to view stored data on the display see pg 23 Stores readings to memory see pg 22 Scrolls through and selects analyzer functions see 20 21 Turns Backlight ON and OFF see 9 Turns the instrument ON and OFF see pages 8 9 Print Recall Store Func Scroll Enter 4 Back View Sample Inlet Port Connection for Gas Sampling Probe see pag...

Page 8: ...ew T1 Socket Connection for thermocouple plug on flue probe see page 11 Connection for any K type thermocouple probe see page 20 T2 Socket Connection for ambient K type thermocouple probe see page 11 Connection for any K type thermocouple probe see page 20 Gas Sample Port Connection for Mini Pump Protection Filter and Flue Probe see pages 7 11 6 7 T1 T2 Gas Sampling Port www GlobalTestSupply com F...

Page 9: ...st Port Infrared Window Rubber Boot Top View T1 Socket Connection for thermocouple plug on flue probe see page 11 Connection for any K type thermocouple probe see page 20 T2 Socket Connection for ambient K type thermocouple probe see page 11 Connection for any K type thermocouple probe see page 20 Gas Sample Port Connection for Mini Pump Protection Filter and Flue Probe see pages 7 11 6 7 T1 T2 Ga...

Page 10: ...ilter A773 or readings could become erratic See Appendix E for installation instructions After the 30 second countdown the instrument is ready to take Flue Temperature Pressure or Leak Detection readings and the default combus tion display will be displayed The 708 will auto power off if no keys have been pressed for 10 minutes and the CO level is below 15ppm Auto off can be disabled see Appendix ...

Page 11: ... as fuel be sure to use the optional oil filter A773 or readings could become erratic See Appendix E for installation instructions After the 30 second countdown the instrument is ready to take Flue Temperature Pressure or Leak Detection readings and the default combus tion display will be displayed The 708 will auto power off if no keys have been pressed for 10 minutes and the CO level is below 15...

Page 12: ... with the manufac turer of the device under test for specific test information Pressing the Func Key enables access to the different functions available on the 712 The default function is Combustion Analyzer Other available func tions are Thermometer Manometer Tightness Test Combustible Gas Leak Detector and Date Time display Refer to the Appendix G Technical Notes for additional information Combu...

Page 13: ... encountered equipment Remember to consult with the manufac turer of the device under test for specific test information Pressing the Func Key enables access to the different functions available on the 712 The default function is Combustion Analyzer Other available func tions are Thermometer Manometer Tightness Test Combustible Gas Leak Detector and Date Time display Refer to the Appendix G Techni...

Page 14: ...evice under test For most applica tions flue gas samples should be taken prior to the draft diverter or any other opening that allows room air to enter the system This prevents room air from mixing with gases in the flue and diluting the test sample It is important to use manufacturers recommended test locations whenever possible Refer to the figure below for calculating the sample hole location T...

Page 15: ...ill a 1 4 inch hole into the flue of the device under test For most applica tions flue gas samples should be taken prior to the draft diverter or any other opening that allows room air to enter the system This prevents room air from mixing with gases in the flue and diluting the test sample It is important to use manufacturers recommended test locations whenever possible Refer to the figure below ...

Page 16: ...cations whenever possible 14 Test all exhaust ports at the top of the heat exchanger Atmospheric Forced Air Furnace Typical Test Locations Figure 3 TYPICAL TEST LOCATIONS It is important to use manufacturers recommended test locations whenever possible 15 www GlobalTestSupply com Find Quality Products Online at sales GlobalTestSupply com ...

Page 17: ...t to use manufacturers recommended test locations whenever possible 14 Test all exhaust ports at the top of the heat exchanger Atmospheric Forced Air Furnace Typical Test Locations Figure 3 TYPICAL TEST LOCATIONS It is important to use manufacturers recommended test locations whenever possible 15 ...

Page 18: ... filter will stop the flow to the analyzer and FLO ERR will display The water trap should be emptied immediately if this happens The water block filter may need to be dried out or replaced before testing can resume 16 5 Allow the readings to stabilize Multiple combustion analysis displays are available to provide the various test results Use the Scroll Enter Key to move through the various combust...

Page 19: ...mp If the water trap fills the water block filter will stop the flow to the analyzer and FLO ERR will display The water trap should be emptied immediately if this happens The water block filter may need to be dried out or replaced before testing can resume 16 5 Allow the readings to stabilize Multiple combustion analysis displays are available to provide the various test results Use the Scroll Ent...

Page 20: ...splayed reading may appear abnormally high as compared to the manufacturer specification The formula for CO air free is COairfree 20 9 20 9 O2 meas x CO meas Pressing the Scroll Enter key changes the display Combustion Display 5 Displays Temperature reading of Channel 1 T1 Displays Temperature reading of Channel 2 T2 Displays the Differential Temperature Diff between ch1 and ch2 oPEn will be displ...

Page 21: ...hat is not specified in CO air free the displayed reading may appear abnormally high as compared to the manufacturer specification The formula for CO air free is COairfree 20 9 20 9 O2 meas x CO meas Pressing the Scroll Enter key changes the display Combustion Display 5 Displays Temperature reading of Channel 1 T1 Displays Temperature reading of Channel 2 T2 Displays the Differential Temperature D...

Page 22: ...hermometer function In this mode the 708 functions like a K Type thermocouple ther mometer The pump will stop running when in this function 1 Ensure you have a K type probe connected to one or both of the thermo couple sockets T1 or T2 refer to figure below WARNING There is ONLY one correct way to connect the K type thermo couple plug into the socket see page 7 Forcing the plug into the socket the...

Page 23: ...running press the Func Key to access the thermometer function In this mode the 708 functions like a K Type thermocouple ther mometer The pump will stop running when in this function 1 Ensure you have a K type probe connected to one or both of the thermo couple sockets T1 or T2 refer to figure below WARNING There is ONLY one correct way to connect the K type thermo couple plug into the socket see p...

Page 24: ...ecall button once The display will show Stor and Cal Using the Arrow buttons select Cal by making it blink Press the Scroll Enter button 2 CAL will blink and the last calibration date will be displayed in DD MM YYYY format 3 Press the Scroll Enter button End will be display and YES will blink Press the Scroll Enter button to return to normal operation 23 STORING DATA During testing data can be sto...

Page 25: ...he last date of cali bration 1 Press the Recall button once The display will show Stor and Cal Using the Arrow buttons select Cal by making it blink Press the Scroll Enter button 2 CAL will blink and the last calibration date will be displayed in DD MM YYYY format 3 Press the Scroll Enter button End will be display and YES will blink Press the Scroll Enter button to return to normal operation 23 S...

Page 26: ...eys to select the desired print mode and press the Scroll Enter Key REAL Print Mode If rEAL print mode is selected the analyzer will dis play Wait out and bars will change position on the LCD until printing is complete STOR Print Mode If Stor mode is selected Addr will be displayed on the top line along with SA and a location number from 0 to 49 will be flashing on the screen Select the required a...

Page 27: ...of calibration Use the Up and Down Arrow Keys to select the desired print mode and press the Scroll Enter Key REAL Print Mode If rEAL print mode is selected the analyzer will dis play Wait out and bars will change position on the LCD until printing is complete STOR Print Mode If Stor mode is selected Addr will be displayed on the top line along with SA and a location number from 0 to 49 will be fl...

Page 28: ...oke OPT 4 Butane OPT 5 Wood OPT 6 Bagasse Display Backlit LCD Data Storage 50 sets of readings Time Date 24 Hour Real Time Clock Dimensions 200mm x 90mm x 60mm Weight 500g Casing Rubber Boot as Standard Switch Off Failsafe Exhaust Safety Spigot Conforms to BS7927 and the draft BS7967 Flue Temperature Probe Construction Pistol Grip with Stainless Steel Shaft Hose Length 2500mm Insertion Length 200m...

Page 29: ...uminous Coal OPT 2 Anthracite Coal OPT 3 Coke OPT 4 Butane OPT 5 Wood OPT 6 Bagasse Display Backlit LCD Data Storage 50 sets of readings Time Date 24 Hour Real Time Clock Dimensions 200mm x 90mm x 60mm Weight 500g Casing Rubber Boot as Standard Switch Off Failsafe Exhaust Safety Spigot Conforms to BS7927 and the draft BS7967 Flue Temperature Probe Construction Pistol Grip with Stainless Steel Shaf...

Page 30: ...Filter Look in the inspection window to check the filter When the filter material becomes dark pull the black nose cone out of the tubing and replace the ball fil ter inside 29 CALIBRATION SERVICE It is recommended that your analyzer be calibrated every 12 months When calibration is due the analyzer will remind you by flashing CAL DUE Err at start up and then return to normal operation Please cons...

Page 31: ...ng Inspection Window A763 Pump Protection Filter Look in the inspection window to check the filter When the filter material becomes dark pull the black nose cone out of the tubing and replace the ball fil ter inside 29 CALIBRATION SERVICE It is recommended that your analyzer be calibrated every 12 months When calibration is due the analyzer will remind you by flashing CAL DUE Err at start up and t...

Page 32: ... display there may be an internal leak pump problem or other issue and the analyzer needs to be factory serviced If FLO ERR is displayed there is a leak in the water trap assembly and the water trap assembly should be checked as outlined on page 39 40 31 Appendix A General Maintenance continued Filter Check Continued The other two filters are located in the water trap The main filter is the A794F ...

Page 33: ...d the water trap If FLO ERR still does not display there may be an internal leak pump problem or other issue and the analyzer needs to be factory serviced If FLO ERR is displayed there is a leak in the water trap assembly and the water trap assembly should be checked as outlined on page 39 40 31 Appendix A General Maintenance continued Filter Check Continued The other two filters are located in th...

Page 34: ...red usual ly white or black If the A773 begins to trap condensate and fill with water but the pellets are not discolored to the point replacement is required it should be removed and allowed to dry Once it is dry it can be reused 33 Appendix B A773 SULFUR FILTER INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE When performing combustion tests on oil fired equipment it is important to use the optional A773 sulfur filter F...

Page 35: ...ed when most of the pellets become discolored usual ly white or black If the A773 begins to trap condensate and fill with water but the pellets are not discolored to the point replacement is required it should be removed and allowed to dry Once it is dry it can be reused 33 Appendix B A773 SULFUR FILTER INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE When performing combustion tests on oil fired equipment it is importan...

Page 36: ...Replace filter s See Appendix A Return to TPI for service InIt O2 Err Oxygen sensor failed to ini tialize Flue probe connected to 708 prior to power up 708 did not purge completely from last sample Worn or defective oxygen sensor Disconnect probe and restart Purge for 20 minutes and restart Return to TPI for sensor replacement or install new sensor Try manually initializing the sensor See Appendix...

Page 37: ...orn pump Check and rectify See Appendix A Replace filter s See Appendix A Return to TPI for service InIt O2 Err Oxygen sensor failed to ini tialize Flue probe connected to 708 prior to power up 708 did not purge completely from last sample Worn or defective oxygen sensor Disconnect probe and restart Purge for 20 minutes and restart Return to TPI for sensor replacement or install new sensor Try man...

Page 38: ...ensors return your analyzer to Test Products International 37 Appendix D CO ALARM AUTO OFF SETTINGS Setting the Carbon Monoxide Alarm Point and or Auto Power Off Mode The CO alarm and auto power off settings can be changed as necessary by performing the following procedure WARNING Changing parameters in field calibration mode can adversely affect the operation of your analyzer Follow the instructi...

Page 39: ...r this procedure fails to initialize the sensors return your analyzer to Test Products International 37 Appendix D CO ALARM AUTO OFF SETTINGS Setting the Carbon Monoxide Alarm Point and or Auto Power Off Mode The CO alarm and auto power off settings can be changed as necessary by performing the following procedure WARNING Changing parameters in field calibration mode can adversely affect the opera...

Page 40: ...e 1 When performing a pressure or draft test during a combustion test the pump can be turned on to provide a continuous sample to the sensors This enables pressure adjustments to be made and the affect to the combustion process can be seen by returning to combustion analyzer mode Use the FUNC Key to activate manometer mode Press and hold the Up Arrow Key until the pump reactivates Perform a pressu...

Page 41: ...n page 8 39 Appendix F Technical Notes Note 1 When performing a pressure or draft test during a combustion test the pump can be turned on to provide a continuous sample to the sensors This enables pressure adjustments to be made and the affect to the combustion process can be seen by returning to combustion analyzer mode Use the FUNC Key to activate manometer mode Press and hold the Up Arrow Key u...

Page 42: ...rnaces Wood stoves fireplaces Gas Stoves Automobile exhaust Tobacco smoke Carbon Monoxide is picked up quickly in the body by red blood cells At high lev els of CO the body replaces oxygen with carbon monoxide The most common symptoms of CO poisoning are headache dizziness weak ness nausea vomiting chest pain and confusion High levels of CO inhalation can cause loss of consciousness and death Unle...

Page 43: ...es Gas water heaters Back drafting from furnaces Wood stoves fireplaces Gas Stoves Automobile exhaust Tobacco smoke Carbon Monoxide is picked up quickly in the body by red blood cells At high lev els of CO the body replaces oxygen with carbon monoxide The most common symptoms of CO poisoning are headache dizziness weak ness nausea vomiting chest pain and confusion High levels of CO inhalation can ...

Page 44: ...nd locate the phillips head battery cover screw See picture below 2 Loosen the screw Pull out on the screw to remove the battery cover 3 Remove the old batteries and observing the polartiy markings in the battery compartment install the new batteries 4 Re install the battery cover by fitting the bottom part in first 5 Tighten the battery cover screw Battery Cover Battery Cover Screw 42 Notes www G...

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