SniffIT X1®
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1. 0 05 1 Sample settings for HLrange Page 11 15 El SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 no Operator s Manual Version 141007 The factory default settings are as follows e Low Max 5 0E 02 mbar l s e Low Min 1 0E 04 mbar I s e High Max 1 0E 04 mbar I s e High Min 1 0E 05 mbar I s Calib Unavailable function Leak unit In the menu Leak unit the user chooses the desired unit Supported units are e mbarl s millibar litres per second Gas type Gas type specified when ordering Helium or Hydrogen Log In this menu users can specify the conditions for storage of data from the measurements Detailed description is available in section Menu Measure There are four available options Ns Specify the chosen number of measuring points 1 9 pcs Filename Name each of the measuring points up to 9 detection places Specify the maximum time 1 180 seconds for measurement at each measuring point The chosen time limit is valid for all of the measuring points Note When measuring it is possible to terminate the ongoing measurement and go to the next measuring point by double clicking on the multifunction button Choose to record all measuring values or to record only the peak value Password Define a new password for accessing the Settings menu The password must be of 3 digits The default menu access password is 0007 Vibrate Enables Vibrator On or disables Vibrator Off vibrating alarm2. SniffIT X19 OPERATOR S MANUAL lel SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 no Operator s Manual Version 141007 Due to our continuing program of product improvements specifications are subject to change without notice ONolek AB 2015 Page 2 15 SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 Operator s Manual Version 141007 Table of Contents GSC Fal In Orma DT saene a e EN GE Tm 4 Mantua CUMIN gga NG AA KAN mmm 4 SnifflT XL Product Introduction isa kapan ana ba Ak aaa AA ici 4 TEC nal BD Al al SA AN ita 4 Operate the SniffIT XI ras NB 6 6 SCS i IS o Uno y PP o oe e enn 6 A E en A ee ee eee ee eee ete eee 6 PAO CRON RON er esses a aba a E a a EA E m a send a Da Kan BA ga seen aaa aa aan aaa 6 Micro USB Connection iii rte 7 TAS VVC TING aa aaa aa a aana ak A E a PAGE KANGBENING AG BEA GN KN E E aa a Ba E ag GAE 7 Menu UL DN se e TE 8 Menu NS el U SAE EN E NE E NA KE ENENG NENG ANE BANA AN NENG ER NE ANE 8 NAGI NS haart creas ates ex ns caus Bars eden IN O OP PE E b ok then ge aa TN 9 A A BN 9 A o A A 10 An o II KNA ARE PAN NK RN 10 AGON UMNE ire 10 PETINE T E A a a a a 10 CAND naga a aaa EEE A M P 12 FAS SO Oscar AAN TE NT NGA AA NA DA A ERA E NAN ETAN NA AK AN E PE AE TK NAN ET NAN KR NAN ET KR EN PN NA EA 12 VIO a aro 12 A 12 A 12 O 13 Gorg ST E A ET NGO AN AA E NE TAA 13 Menus Servi
3. ee J o Jet o 88wMe a Lo t J E o Password PP pirate Sona IESO a o eae Pf 0 o Aero 0 0 pong 0 0 Page 7 15 SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 Operator s Manual Version 141007 Note For more accurate results it is recommended to rest the SnifflT X19 in measuring mode for approximately 10 minutes in the test environment before starting the testing This way the sniffer can adapt to the ambient conditions Menu Shut down Switch on the SnifflT X19 by pressing and holding the Screen menu button until the Nolek logo shows up In the menu Shut down press the Screen menu button and hold for 9 seconds to turn the SnifflT X19 off Menu Measure Measure This menu is the one to use for performing the leak detection The result of the leak detection can be presented either as a graph or as a numeric value for SnifflT X19 To perform leak detection Start the SnifflT X19 and let it adapt to the rooms ambient conditions for 10 minutes before sniffing Choose the menu Graphic or Numeric mode in Measure menu Hold the sniffer nozzle away from the test object and press the multifunction button shortly to perform background compensation zero Then move the nozzle to the test object The left of the display should now show a low green bar graph or a value with a symbol in front Sweep the SnifflT X19 nozzle along the object In case of a leakage the dis
4. when the detected leak rate exceeds the pre set rejection value of RejValue menu Sound Enables Enable Sound On or disables Enable Sound Off audible alarm when the detected leak rate exceeds the pre set rejection value of RejValue menu The volume can be adjusted in percentage RejValue The operator can set the alarm limit in this menu If the detected leak rate exceeds the set value visible an audible and or vibrating alarm if enabled is triggered Page 12 15 SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 Operator s Manual Version 141007 Leak Testing Auto Zero Auto Zero function is designed to perform the zeroing of the SnifflT X19 automatically during measuring This function must only be enabled if the operator is aware of the nature of the leakages to be found The leak signal can be interpreted as an impulse The impulse has a rising and a falling edge and rising time and falling time accordingly Usually the rising and falling time is defined as how much time passes between the amplitude of the impulse rises from 10 of the logical high level to 90 of the logical high level The Auto Zero function enables the instrument to activate the zeroing autonomously if the rising time and the falling time of the leak signals are short enough If the detected leakage is low and the leakage generates a slow rise long rising time in the leak rate readings low impulse amplitude than it could be interpreted as a dist
5. Operator s Manual Version 141007 Leak Testing Logging possibilities Probe lenghts 50mm and 350mm Wrist strap Yes USB Charger Two extra filter Two extra fiter 000 AA Warranty 1 year Page 5 15 lel i SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 no Operator s Manual Version 141007 Leak Testing Operate the SniffIT X19 SniffIT X19 has six main menus Five main menus are available for the daily use Shut down dt n dt Measure Settings Info and Language To enter the menu Settings a password is required The sixth menu Service is protected by a password and is for Nolek service staff only SniffIT X19 at a glance Display Sniffer Probe Sniffer nozzle with Screen menu button replaceable filter Flashlight LED N Multifunction button A Micro USB connection Screen menu button Press the screen menu button and hold to turn the SnifflT X19 on In the menu Shut down press the screen menu button and hold for 9 seconds to turn the SnifflT X19 off To switch between the menus turn the Screen menu button to choose menu and press on the button to enter the menu Press and hold the button to leave the menu Note If the SnifflT X19 should need a restart this can be performed by pressing the Screen menu button and hold for more than 9 seconds Display The display is an OLED screen and presents the result of the leak detection as a graph or as numeric values Mu
6. ce sisi 13 Vi po E cee o o Co TE o Ea 13 Men Langudg A EA 13 SONA DISCO gene ee anang ee aga eag re E ve ee ere ee eee 14 Operator lt Manual E DOE asc sakanan aaa Ban obio aa 14 Contacts 15 Page 3 15 lel i SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 IO Operator s Manual Version 141007 General Information Manufacturer Company Name Nolek AB Address Hantverkarvagen 11 SE 145 63 Norsborg Sweden Telephone 46 0 8 531 942 00 Website www nolek com SniffIT X19 Product Introduction SnifflT X19 is fully digitalized with a screen that shows both quantitative numeric measurement values as well as graphical leak indications SnifflT X19 utilizes temperature pressure and humidity sensors to ensure accurate measurements and a high level of sensitivity The instrument can log and store large amounts of measurement data By attaching the sniffer to a computer via USB data can easily be transferred Software upgrades are available through Nolek s website and are easy to install by connecting the SnifflT X19 to the computer Warning Do not use the sniffer to sniff in liquid It can destroy the internal sensor and will affect the warranty Technical Data Technical Data SnifflT X19 Battery capacit Charging time Dimension H B D 149x238x55 mm Weight 320 gram Helium and hydrogen calibrated for the selected gas Detectable Gases u but sensitive for both Page 4 15 SniffIT X19 2015 08 13
7. ltifunction button Performs three different functions during measurement e Press the multifunction button quick to zero the measurement and perform background compensation Release the button after zeroing to normal operation e Double click on the multifunction button to stop logging at the current location and start logging at the next measuring place Note For this function to work Graph or Numeric has to be chosen in the Measure log menu and log values have to be specified in the Settings menu Page 6 15 SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 Operator s Manual Version 141007 e Press and hold the multifunction button to activate or deactivate the LED headlight Note For this function to work LED mode has to be set to Toggle in Settings menu Micro USB Connection Charging Plug in any standard USB charger to charge the instrument Log Connect the SnifflT X19 to a computer between measurements and export the compiled measurement data The data is presented in txt format but is also Excel compatible Note Make sure that the log functions are deactivated when the SnifflT K1 is connected to the computer The Menus Table 1 below shows the menus for the SnifflT X19 Shutdown Measure Settings Service Info Language Graphic ED Systemdata English o MC j Swtemdeta Swedish UBM Alarms Ameef me 0 0 0 o Mme 0 j o
8. necting your SnifflT X19 to the computer the computer will automatically open or you have to open the SnifflT X19 device folder In the folder first select manual Copy the downloaded manual file in the manual folder and delete the old one In order to retrieve the new user manual visit our support web site at http www nolek com sniffitupdate Page 14 15 Contact Nolek Sweden Corporate Headquarters Nolek AB Hantverkarvagen 11 145 63 Norsborg Sweden Phone 46 8 531 942 00 Fax 46 8 531 711 50 E mail info nolek se USA North American Regional office Nolek Inc P O Box 204 Plympton MA 02367 USA Phone 1 781 585 5606 Fax 1 781 585 5606 E mail nolekinc nolek com Malaysia Asian Regional office Nolek SDN BHD Plot 301 C MK 13 Jalan Perindustrian Bukit Minyak 8 Penang Science Park 14100 Simpang Ampat Penang Malaysia E mail slchua nolek com my SniffIT X19 Operator s Manual 2015 08 13 Version 141007 Hungary Central European Regional office Nolek Central Europe Deak Ferenc utca 6 fszt 2 2310 Szigetszentmikl s Hungary Phone 36 24 540 545 Fax 36 24 540 546 E mail info nolek hu Denmark Software Development Center Nolek A S Niels Bohrs Vej 1 6000 Kolding Phone 45 7220 6630 E mail info nolek dk Page 15 15
9. nfig SD Store to save current device settings Connect the SnifflT X19 to a computer via the micro USB connection on the sniffer to the USB connection on the computer Use the cable for the charger After connecting the SnifflT X19 to the computer the computer will automatically open or you have to open the SnifflT X19 device folder Select subfolder app then load In order to retrieve the new firmware visit our support web site at http www nolek com sniffitupdate Copy the downloaded firmware file in the load folder and delete old file Use your operating J tl system s Safely remove mass storage device function to disconnect SnifflT K1 from the computer Disconnect the USB cable and shut down your SnifflT X19 Then restart it while at the same time pressing the multifunction button Select update on the menu screen of the SnifflT X19 When the update procedure is completed press and hold the Screen menu button to return to the Update menu Shut down SnifflT X19 After powering up the unit again the new firmware version will be loaded and the SnifflT X1 can now be used again Operator s Manual Update Nolek will continuously release Operators Manual Updates In order to update the SnifflT X19 with the latest manual first connect the SnifflT X19 to a computer via the micro USB connection on the sniffer to the USB connection on the computer Use the cable for the charger After con
10. play will show an increasing bar graph coloured yellow and red or a number larger than the number displayed after the symbol It is also possible to get an audible and or vibration for indicating a leak rate above a pre set alarm limit as well To enable these functions go to submenus Sound and Vibration in Settings The leak rate value set in Settings RejValue acts as a trigger to the alarm indicators See more in chapter Rej Value d m 10 mbarls The left sample shows the SnifflT X1 display in numeric Low sensitivity mode The actual leak rate reading shown is less than 1 0E 04 mbar l s The sample image on the right shows the SnifflT X19 display in graphic High sensitivity measurement mode and it is showing a small leakage close to the lower measurement range limit If there is a decrease or increase in background gas concentration this will be shown on the graphical display as a decrease or increase of signal even though the sniffer isn t held against the test object Press the multifunction button to zero the instrument Now only the green field will be shown on the display as the background is compensated On the numerical display the result of zeroing the instrument is shown as the lowest number of leak rate the highest sensitivity Page 8 15 le SniffIT X1 2015 08 13 no Operator s Manual Version 141007 The H or Lin the header of the display tells whether the measuring is performed in the high o
11. r low sensitivity range Press the screen menu button quickly to change from H to L range and vice versa In the header the battery status is shown as well Measure Log SniffIT X19 Digital Pro has a log function Graphic and or Numeric log which stores the measuring data The stored data can be collected from the USB memory by a connection between the SniffIT X1 s Micro USB connection and a computer In the Settings submenu Log the conditions such as number of measuring points filename and maximum time for measurement are specified When in the menu Graphic or Numeric log a number will be shown in the head of the display This number represents the number of the actual measuring point The specified name for the current measurement is shown on the screen until the measurement begins with a double click on the multifunction button The measurement continues for as long time as specified in the Settings menu It is possible to cancel the measurement and start the next earlier by double clicking on the multifunction button The data from the USB is presented in txt format In the document the following will be stated in the following order without titles Filename Type Time Value Reject Value Rejected yy Mt Filename Type and Time is described under the heading Menu Settings in this manual Value is the leak value shown in the chosen unit Reject value is the ala
12. rm limit stated in the Settings submenu Reject Value Rejected shows the result of the measurement O means an approved object while 1 means that the rejected value is reached and that the object is leaking There will be one file created for each filename If a new filename is stated a new file will be created If an old stored name is repeated the old file will be resumed In each file there will be a new row added for each measurement Menu Settings The menu Settings is only available with a password The default menu access password is 000 The submenus here will be introduced individually LED If the leak detection is going to be conducted in narrow and dark areas the LED light can be switched on by choosing 5 minutes in the menu LED The lamp will then be on for 5 minutes To switch the light off choose OFF in the LED menu Another way to turn the LED light on off is to press the multifunction button and hold until the light is on off This mode can be set by selecting Toggle in LED menu The light will be on until the user presses and holds on the multifunction button again Page 9 15 El SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 no Operator s Manual Version 141007 RTC RTC stands for Real Time Clock This is for adjusting the time and date settings USB Mode USB Disk setting is selected by default In this mode the SniffIT X1 acts as a mass storage device when connected to a computer This
13. ttings HLrange the operator can define two windows over this range High Min and High Max defines the bottom and top of the high sensitivity window respectively Low Min and Low Max defines the bottom and top of the low sensitivity window respectively The two windows cannot overlap which means Low Min can never be a lower value than High Max 1 Choose the submenu HLrange 2 Choose High Min Enter the desired minimum value for example 1 10 by turning the Screen menu button until 1 00e 05 is shown on the display Press and hold the Screen menu button to store value and leave the submenu Choose High Max Enter the desired maximum value for example 5 10 by turning the Screen menu button until 5 00e 05 is shown on the display Press and hold the Screen menu button to store value and leave the submenu Page 10 15 jel SniffIT X19 2015 08 13 IO Operator s Manual Version 141007 3 Choose Low Min Enter the desired minimum value for example 5 10 by turning the Screen menu button until 1 00e 04 is shown on the display Press and hold the Screen menu button to store value and leave the submenu Choose Low Max Enter the desired maximum value for example 5 10 by turning the Screen menu button until 5 00e 04 is shown on the display Press and hold the Screen menu button to store value and leave the submenu Calibrated range High sensitivity Low sensitivity range range mbar 1 s 1 10 1 10 5 10
14. urbance in the background value and Auto Zero could trigger zeroing and effectively suppress it That is Auto Zero hides the real leakage from the operator Enabling Auto Zero is only recommended if the expected leakages are big enough to generate impulse like leak rate signals Auto Zero function is disabled by default as it could be a source of false positive test tests no leakage detected due to signal suppression Config All settings can be saved to the internal memory in a txt file This file can be transferred to the computer as a back up and can be useful to restore all settings in the unlikely case of data loss or after a firmware upgrade To export the setting to the internal memory select SD Store To load saved settings from the internal memory select SD Load Menu Service This menu is for Nolek service personnel only Menu Info On the first page information is available about the SnifflT X19 s current firmware version serial number pre set date and time Battery charge is displayed in volts On the second page the tracer gas and the leak rate unit is displayed that was used to calibrate the unit in the factory Menu Language Available languages are e English e Swedish Page 13 15 k SniffIT X1 2015 08 13 no Operator s Manual Version 141007 Software Update Nolek will continuously release software updates In order to update your SniffIT X1 first select menu Settings Co
15. way the user manual is accessible as it were stored on an internal USB memory USB VCP setting is an unavailable feature Auto off time Using the integrated accelerometer after the set time minutes the SniffIT X1 will shut itself down to save battery Setting this value to 0 disables the function HLrange The SniffIT X19 unit has two different sensitivity ranges One is called the High sensitivity range suitable to detect low leak rates the other is the Low sensitivity range suitable to detect high leak rates Basic operation of the unit is as follows The unit is turned on It is recommended to wait 10 minutes before starting the measurements so the unit can adapt to the ambient conditions Go to Measurement mode and select High sensitivity Navigate the sniffer probe close to the tested object and move it along the objects surface If a leakage is detected the visible information is displayed on the bar graph and a Leak rate time graph If the leak rate is higher than the upper limit of the high sensitivity range then the edge of the display turns blinking red audio and vibrating feedback alarms turn on if enabled At this event the operator should switch to the low sensitivity mode to be able to pinpoint the leak location precisely The high and low sensitivity ranges are defined as windows over the complete measurement range of the unit The detectable range spans from 1 0E 05 to 5 0E 02 mbar s In the menu point Se
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