Model C-380 - reed instruments
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1. Replacement Sensor Model R 134A Replacement Reference Leak Source Model LC RO1 zi 3 5 reedinstruments com Instrument Description 1 Sensor O 2 Sensor Protector 3 LED Leak Indicators 4 Low Sensitivity Button 5 High Sensitivity Button 6 Low Battery Indicator 7 Power ON OFF amp Reset Button 8 Battery Cover 9 Battery Cover Screw LED Leak Indicator Definition Ambient Concentration Indication n WE Increasing i Highest zizz5 reedinstruments com Operating Instructions Note There are some environmental conditions that might cause an inaccurate reading high pollutant environments large temperature varia tions high wind velocity and environments with large amounts of freon gasses Organic solvents adhesive vapors fuel gasses and vesicants will cause an abnormal response from the sensor Avoid these environments Fast movement of the sensor probe or blowing into the sensor tip will affect the air flow over the sensor and cause the unit to alarm Power Up amp Reset The e button turns this refrigerant leak detector instrument ON OFF and serves as an ambient concentration reset button see ambient concentration reset for more information Press e once to turn on the refrigerant leak detector The LED leak indica tors will then illuminate Please take note you have to wait for 1 5 minutes to heat up the sensor for proper fu2. Refrigerant Leak Detector Instruction Manual www reedinstruments com Table of Contents SENE EET ERE 3 GatUles iti eris ere Ear recente detect Duda aiai 3 SPCCHICATIOMS ce P 4 Instrument Description riii tci coercet tribe evi ent 5 Operating Instructions cesses aan nnne 6 8 Power Up amp Reset enean nnne 6 Testo The DIE oue ide Eo eur tr decet Peri mere re 6 Decret iavindes 6 Ambient Concentration Reset surare ia 7 SOnsitivity AQJUSUTIOPIE users ra to tiet Ya c E uM oan estes 8 Sensor Replacement ae ee atre LER RE UHR Te ga aba e ER ER dE ied 8 Qc 8 Battery Replacerment cccccceecsecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeseseneeeeeeeees 9 For service on this or any other REED product or information on other REED products contact REED Instruments at info reedinstruments com zi 3 5 reedinstruments com Safety Read through your instruction manual before operation for correct and safe usage Warning This refrigerant leak detector is not equipped with any anti explosive designs or measures Do not use this unit in an environment with flammable gasses present Note Be sure to test the unit see testing the unit often to ensure your safety and the proper use of this unit Features Detects and pinpoints even the smallest leaks of refrigerant gases An increasing tick rate sounds as a leak is pinpointed and the red indicat
3. ak is large setting the sensitivity Switch to LOW see sensitivity adjustment will make it easier to find the ex act site of the leak Return the sensitivity switch to HIGH before searching for any additional leaks When you ve finished testing for leaks turn the unit OFF and store it in a cool dry clean place to protect the sensor and unit from any possible damage Ambient Concentration Reset This combustible leak detector features an ambient concentration reset func tion that sets the unit sensors to ignore the ambient concentrations of refrig erant present Automatic Ambient Setup When turned ON the unit s sensor will set itself to ignore the level of refrigerant present at the tip Only a level or concentration great than this will cause the unit to alarm Ambient Reset Feature Resetting the unit during operation performs a simi lar function it programs the circuit to ignore the level of refrigerant present at the tip of the sensor This allows the user to home in on the source of the leak higher concentration Similarly the unit can be moved to fresh air and reset for maximum sensitivity Resetting the unit with no refrigerant present fresh air causes any level above zero to be detected CAUTION Be aware that this feature will cause the unit to ignore any refrigerant pres ent when powered ON If the unit sensor is pointing towards a leak when you turn the unit ON the alarm will not sound zi 3 5 reedin
4. ion light flashes more rapidly Flexible gooseneck probe is ideal for hard to reach areas Use in domestic and commercial refrigeration systems automotive air conditioning and quality control testing environments Microprocessor control with advanced digital signal processing Detects all halogenated refrigerants Quickly and accurately mark any leak spot Instantaneous response time Audible and visual leak indication No user calibration required All new ergonomic design Semiconductor gas sensor Multi color visual display High Low leak sensitivity selector Ambient concentration reset zi 3 5 reedinstruments com Specifications Gases Sensed Sensitivity Alarm Settings Sensor Response Time Warm up Time Probe Ambient Conditions Power Supply Auto Power Off Battery Life Dimensions Weight Includes Optional Accessories CFCs R11 R12 R13 HCFCs R22 R502 R500 HFCs R134a R123 R125 R23 R404A R407C R410A amp other halogen based compounds R22 134a Hi 6g year L 30g year R404A 407C 410A Hi 8g year L 40g year Buzzer Tricolour LED bar indicator Advanced ionization detection Less than 1 second 10 seconds 390mm 15 flexible stainless probe 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C 0 to 80 RH Four AA alkaline battery Low battery indication 10 minutes Approx 40 hours 6 8 x 2 6 x 2 2 17 3 x 6 6 x 5 6 cm 18 oz 500 g Reference leak source carrying case and batteries
5. nctionality Press th gain to reset the ambient concentration for the unit Press and hold the e for 5 seconds to turn the unit OFF If the unit is left inactive for 10 minutes it will automatically turn off Testing the Unit Turn the unit ON and set the sensitivity level to Hi Open the cover to the leak check bottle and slowly move it closer to sensor tip If the unit is in working condition the LED leak indicators will light up from low to high Repeat this process to confirm that the closeness of the leak check bottle results in the leak indicators to fluctuate from low to high If the unit does not perform as stated you must send your unit in for maintenance For ser vice on this or any other REED product contact REED Instruments at info reedinstruments com zi 35 reedinstruments c Measuring Position the tip of the sensor probe within 1 4 inch 6 mm of the suspected leak source Slowly move the sensor probe past each possible leakage point When the unit detects a leak source an audible tone will sound and visual indicators will light on the LED leak indicator display ap pearing from left to right green to orange to red red being the highest concentration green the lowest Increasing levels indicates the proximity of the leak location is getting closer When the unit signals a leakage pull the probe away from the leak for a moment and then bring it back slowly to pinpoint the location If the refrigerant le
6. struments com 7 Sensitivity Adjustment This unit provides two levels of sensitivity When the unit is switched ON it is set to high sensitivity by default To change the sensitivity press the button The two left green LED s will then flash indicating low sen Sitivity has been selected To switch the unit back to high sensitivity press the button The two right red LED s will then flash indicating that high sensitivity has been selected Sensor Replacement To ensure the accuracy of the unit the sensor must be replaced periodi cally This unit s sensor has a limited operative period and under normal operation it should stay operative for over a year To prolong the sensor s life cycle ensure that the sensor s surface is free from water droplets vapor oil grease dust and any other form of contaminant as well as any exposure to high density coolants gt 30000ppm WARNING When replacing the sensor the old sensor may be very HOT 1 Remove the sensor protector cover from the tip of the sensor probe 2 Pull out the old sensor and insert the new sensor into the plug see below 3 Place the sensor protector over the new sensor Cleaning This plastic housing can be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol or standard household detergents Do not allow any cleaner to enter the unit or to come into contact with the sensor as it may cause damage Gasoline and any other solvents may damage the plastic and should be avoided WARNING The de
7. tergent or isopropyl alcohol could damage the sensor be sure to keep them from the sensor when cleaning the unit zi 3 5 reedinstruments com Battery Replacement Note When the battery power is running low the red LED low battery indicator will illuminate The batteries should be replaced as quickly as possible 1 Loosen the battery cover screw and remove the battery cover located on the bottom of the instrument as shown below 2 Install 4 AA size alkaline batteries 3 Replace battery cover by aligning it with the handle and sliding back onto the unit 4 Tighten the battery cover screw so the battery cover is securely into place Sensor protector jj Sensor For service on this or any other REED product or information on other REED products contact REED Instruments at info reedinstruments com Ra reedinstruments com Notes www reedinstruments com 10 Notes www reedinstruments com 11 Notes www reedinstruments com 12
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