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1. 100786 0 Rev D 23 05 09 CALIBRATION B CALIBRATION PROCEDURES Figure 6 NOTE A calibration kit amp calibration cylinders are available to calibrate the Detecto Pak 4 Any other method will not insure proper calibration levels Allow instrument to warm up 15 minutes prior to calibration 1 Start with the Detecto Pak 4 in operation as described under OPERATING PROCEDURES See Chapter Five Section V B 2 Set the instrument on a flat horizontal surface The instrument must remain in this position throughout the calibration procedure On power up the fine zero position is automatically set to mid range electronically If any fine zero adjustments are made after power up they will be reset when the instrument is powered off 3 Put the instrument in the 10 ppm range The meter needle should be set to zero If the needle is not on zero you will need to reset the instrument with coarse zero RP8 port 4 Ifan adjustment is necessary to bring the meter needle to zero on the 10 ppm meter scale an adjusting control is inside the bottom rear of the instrument as indicated in Figures 7 amp 8 Access the ZERO adjustment through the RIGHT HAND ACCESS PORT on the rear of the instrument located directly below the fuel cylinder holder 5 Remove the plug from the port and use a micro screwdriver to adjust the ZERO level using RP8 as required 6 Put the instrument in the 100 ppm range There should be no significant2. 159 kg 7 CARRYING STRAP WITH PAD Strap Strap facilitates carrying instrument over shoulder with cushioning pad Weight 6 4 oz 181 kg 8 FUEL TRANSFILLER Part No 0514937 Fuel Transfiller is used for refilling fuel cylinders Pressure Indicator Gauge 0 3 000 psig Restrictor INTERNAL Restrictor prevents pressure surge when filling cylinders Purge Valve Purge Valve relieves pressure when filling cylinder is complete Weight 15 5 oz 439 kg 9 CARRYING CASE System Dimensions 24 x 19 x 8 5 inches 60 x 48 x 21 Weight Empty 15 16 6 8 kg Filled 29 Ibs 13 2 kg Total weight in shipping carton 31 Ibs 14 1 kg 100786 0 Rev D 3 05 09 PROCEDURES ADDITIONAL FEATURES not shown Instruction Manual O Rings for fuel cylinder valve Dimensions 145 ID x 070 CS inches Material Buna N Ring Lubricant Lubricant supplied for Rings for fuel cylinder valves Sample Intake Rate Pump 2 000 cc per minute 2 SLPM nominal Ignition Type Glow Coil Battery Indicator Needle indication three color on instrument ppm meter shows battery status Power Supply Internal rechargeable NiMH Battery 12 VDC 1500 mah Fuel Consumption 30 cc per minute 40 Hydrogen 60 Nitrogen at 22 42 psig Daily Operating Life Life is eight hours with fully charged battery and two fuel cylinders filled to 1 750 psig 100786 0 Rev D 4 05 09 PROCEDURES OPTIONA
3. Proprietary Notice The contents of this manual are proprietary to Heath Consultants Incorporated Reproduction of this manual in whole or in part is prohibited without the express written consent of Heath Consultants Incorporated Heath Consultants Incorporated operates under a continual product improvement program and reserves the right to make improvements and or changes without prior notification This manual supersedes all previous manuals for the Heath Detecto Pak 4 HPN Manual 100786 0 Rev D HPN DP 4 Complete Unit 100659 0 OCOPYRIGHT 1995 Heath Consultants Incorporated Detecto Pak 4 Users Manual Heath Consultants Incorporated Houston TX 713 844 1300 Fax 713 844 1309 CONSULTANTS 1 800 H EAT H U 5 Safety Leadership Innovation Performance Then Now and Tomorrow www heathus com TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER ONE PROCEDURES I DETECTO PAK 4 5 222 CHAPTER TWO _ FUEL CYLINDERS FUEL MOTHER TANKS FUEL CYLINDERS CHAPTER THREE CALIBRATION CYLINDERS III CALIBRATION MOTHER TANKS CALIBRATION CYLINDERS r CHAPTER FOUR NiMH BATTERY IV NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE NiMH BATTERY CHAPTER FIVE OPERATION V OPERATING THE DETECTO PAK 4 2 8 0 1 CHAPTER SIX CALIBRATION VI CALIBRATION 0222414 22 2
4. se e n ee nnne CHAPTER SEVEN APPLICATIONS VII APPLICATIONS FOR THE DETECTO PAK 4 CHAPTER EIGHT MAINTENANCE VIII MAINTENANCEINFORMATION CHAPTER NINE SERVICE INFORMATION IX SERVICE INFORMATION 1 GLOSSARY UN NEUES 10 13 16 23 28 INTRODUCTION The HEATH Detecto Pak 4 Flame Ionization Hydrocarbon Detector is designed to withstand normal field use and provide sensitive indication of the presence of hydrocarbon vapors This instruction manual 15 divided into nine chapters Each chapter is designed to assure that the operator will obtain the best use of the Detecto Pak 4 Chapter One Detecto Pak 4 features should be required reading for all operating personnel prior to using the Detecto Pak 4 Chapter Five Operating the Detecto Pak 4 outlines the steps necessary to make the instrument operational Other chapters cover topics such as troubleshooting procedures periodic maintenance applications etc FUNCTION The Heath Detecto Pak 4 Flame Ionization Hydrocarbon Detector is designed to detect and measure the presence of hydrocarbons calibrated for methane The instrument has five sensitivity ranges 10 50 100 1 000 and 10 000 10K ppm 1 gas This instruction manual describes the operation ofthe instrument and provides limited maintenance information Heath fi
5. 100258 0 110 HVAC Part No 100472 0 4 Filters Pkg 10 8 Fuel Transfiller Part No 0110163 Part No 0514937 100786 0 Rev D 1 05 09 INSTRUMENT Sensitivity Ranges Audible Alarm continuous Audible Alarm pulsating Fuel Cylinder Pressure Indicator Fuel Regulator Internal Fuel Cylinder Holder Weight of Instrument PROBE Sample Adjustable Length Weight BATTERY CHARGER Automatic Reduction Power Output FILTRATION Replaceable Filters 100786 0 Rev D PROCEDURES 0 10 0 50 0 100 0 1 000 1K and 0 10 000 10K ppm Continuous alarm indicates flame is out Pulsating alarm indicates signal level above approximately 35 to 4596 full meter scale Gauge 0 3 000 psig Inlet Pressure 0 1 750 psig Outlet Pressure 22 42 psig factory set for 30 cc min fuel flow with 1 000 psig in fuel cylinder Holder located inside instrument to carry fuel cylinder See opening at end of instrument 7 lbs 3 2 kg Operating 25 to 41 inches 63 to 104 cm 12 oz 340 kg 16 hours to full charge 110 VAC 60 Hz 14 5 VDC at 60ma Part No 0110163 Pkg 100 or Part No 0110683 Pkg 500 2 05 09 PROCEDURES 5 FUEL CYLINDERS Color Black DOT Rated 3E1800 Volume 100 cubic centimeters approximate Maximum Working Pressure 1 750 psig Weight 1 Ib 453 kg 6 GAUGE ADAPTER Gauge Adapter is used to indicate outlet pressure setting of internal regulator Weight 5 6 oz
6. 09 FUEL CYLINDERS NOTE The need for a special mixture of high altitude fuel for operations located 3 000 feet or more above sea level may arise When these circumstances occur please contact the Heath representative in your area for assistance See Chapter Five Section V B IMPORTANT covering high altitude operation for special instructions D STORING FUEL MOTHER TANKS OR CYLINDERS The fuel mother tanks or fuel cylinders must be stored in accordance with D O T and or OSHA regulations Simply stated the regulations that apply are ones restricting storage of compressed flammable gases near stored oxidizing agents such as compressed oxygen Also applicable are regulations in regard to protecting the tanks from unauthorized tampering and or mechanical damage E SHIPPING FUEL MOTHER TANKS OR CYLINDERS Fuel mother tanks or fuel cylinders contain compressed flammable gas and must be shipped as hazardous cargo according to D O T and or OSHA regulations Fuel gas mixtures are flammable when mixed with air or oxygen They must be shipped by motor freight or other freight services that permit shipment of compressed flammable gases In all cases special labeling notation and documentation is required See latest edition of Hazardous Material Regulations of the Department of Transportation 100786 0 Rev D 9 05 09 CHAPTER THREE HI CALIBRATION MOTHER TANKS CALIBRATION CYLINDERS This Chapter discuss
7. and 8 in the manual The fine zero control is automatically centered upon power up Do not adjust the fine zero by using the zero controls on the top panel at this time d e Select the 50 ppm range and re adjust the coarse zero Re insert the plug into the right hand access port 100786 0 Rev D 21 05 09 OPERATION f Select the 10 ppm range and fine zero the instrument using the zero controls on the top panel Press and release a zero control to make adjustments Wait at least one second between zero control presses NOTE While in operation it is normal for the zero to drift with ambient temperatures and small changes in the methane background concentration The fine zero controls also support a fast mode equal to 10 single presses Fast mode is enabled by holding down either zero control for longer then one second Every second thereafter will produce the equivalent to 10 single presses followed by a beep Release the zero control to exit the fast mode The Detecto Pak 4 should now be zeroed to within ppm D SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES The following procedure must be followed in order to maintain the Detecto Pak 4 in good working order This procedure should be followed whenever the Detecto Pak 4 remains inactive for two or more days The battery charging procedure is all that will change NOTE The Detecto Pak 4 should only be shut down and the battery changed or charged in a nonflammable clean air
8. 5 09 CHAPTER NINE IX SERVICE INFORMATION A WARRANTIES AND WARRANTY REPAIR instruments and products manufactured by Heath Consultants Incorporated and its Heath Manufacturing Division are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one 1 year from the date of shipment In addition the Heath Pipe and Cable Locator Sure Lock product line is warranted for two 2 years and the Plunger Bar handles is warranted for 90 days Furthermore the warranty on authorized repairs in the Houston factory service center FSC and other regions is ninety 90 days materials and thirty 30 days labor This repair warranty does not extend any other applicable warranties Our warranty covers only failures due to defects in materials or workmanship which occur during normal use It does not cover failure due to damage which occurs in shipment unless due to improper packing or failures which result from accident misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration modification or service by anyone other than a Heath warranty repair location Battery and damage from battery leakage and all expendable items such as filters and Plunger Bar rods are excluded from this warranty Also O rings gaskets and seals for the Petro Tite product line are excluded from warranty coverage Heath s responsibility is expressly limited to repair or replacement of any defective part provided the product is returned to a
9. BOTTLE VALVE O RING 145 ID 070 CS BUNA N SINGLE O RING LECTURE BOTTLE PKG 10 INSTRUMENT Detecto Pak 4 FILTER HOLDER DELRIN 25MM RING INSIDE FILTER HOLDER ALARM STAR MICRONICS 06 TUBING 1 16 ID X 1 8 OD URETHANE BUMPER RUBBER FILTER IN LINE 5 MICRON 1 16 ASSY INTERNAL REGULATOR DP 3 0VD FITTING HOSE BARB 10 32X1 16 GASKET FOR 10 32 FITTINGS QC STEMS W VALVE ASSY CELL TOP P F II DP III DP 4 RETAINER FUEL CYLINDER SWAGELOCK STEM PROTECTOR BQC4SP FITTING Q D BODY LESS VALVE SOCKET QUICK DISCONNECT 1 8MPT METER ppm DP III OVD DP4 HOSE 1 8 IDX 1 4 OD URETHANE CONNECTOR TUBING T FITTING INLET REGULATOR DP III DP 4 RING 3 4 NICKEL CLIP amp D HANDLE GRIP FOAM WASHER FLT 25X 625X 031 NYLON HOSE BARB 1 8 HOSEX1 8MPT BRASS FILTERS DPIT III PF II 100 PISTON PROBE 33 05 09 0111690 8300322 0114732 0114733 9990009 0514937 0123227 0123328 0518133 0518134 3515094 0618303 0618353 0110163 0110683 100786 0 Rev D MAINTENANCE ADAPTER SLEEVE SAMPLING PROBE HOSE BARB 1 8 1 8 HOSE BRASS HANDLE PROBE INNER STEM PROBE DOW CORNING 111 LUBRICANT TRANSFILLER FUEL GAUGE 0 3000PSI 1 420D 1 8 MPT ORIFICE FOR TRANSFILLER NIPPLE OUTLET TRANSFILLER NUT KNURLED STEEL LEADER 20LB TEST 12 LECT BTLE VLV ASSY PF 2 DP 3 ASSY VALVE LECT BTL W 0 PORT PACKAGE 100 FILTERS PACKAGE 500 FILTERS Specifies Detecto Pak 4 assemblies 34 0
10. ERATION 13 15 To check pulsating signal alarm operation by press zero up switch until pulsating alarm sounds Allow time for the meter to settle The pulsating alarm should turn on at a meter reading between 35 45 of full scale Return meter reading to zero To verify that the instrument is operational the Detecto Pak 4 s sensitivity should be tested by introducing a small sample of a known hydrocarbon gas to the sample inlet The meter should swing upscale and return to zero The Detecto Pak 4 is now operational C ZERO PROCEDURES Zero the instrument as needed by the following procedure Before zeroing the Detecto Pak 4 two conditions must be met 1 2 The instrument must be fully charged and Either zero air from a demand regulator or a verified hydrocarbon free atmosphere must be used Zero air is recommended The Average background level of methane in the atmosphere is 2 ppm Zeroing Procedure a With the instrument s power off mechanically zero the meter using a small blade screwdriver Start warm up the instrument as described under OPERATING PROCEDURES Chapter Five Section V B Coarse zero the instrument on the 10 K ppm range A micro screwdriver will be needed to adjust the potentiometer 8 located behind the right hand inner most access plug on the rear of the instrument below the fuel bottle holder Remove the plug to access the adjusting potentiometer Refer to Figures 7
11. L ACCESSORIES Calibration Kit With Gas Calibration Gas Calibration Cylinder Transfiller Pressure Indicator Restrictor Internal Purge Valve 100786 0 Rev D This Calibration Kit is available to field calibrate the Detecto Pak 4 to ensure proper sensitivity levels and comes complete with Calibration Gas Cylinder Part No 0123309 0 Calibration cylinder filled to approx 1500 200 psig of 100 10 ppm methane balance air to use with above calibration kit Part No 0123071 Item used to refill above calibration gas cylinder same as Item 8 above except for CGA 590 inlet and CGA 170 outlet fittings Part No 0124601 Gauge 0 3 000 psig Restrictor prevents pressure surge when filling cylinders Valve relieves pressure when filling of cylinder is complete 5 05 09 CHAPTER TWO Il FUEL MOTHER TANKS FUEL CYLINDERS This Chapter discusses in detail the proper steps to take in transferring fuel to the fuel cylinder Recommendations for ordering fuel mother tanks along with proper storage are also discussed in detail A FUEL GAS MIXTURE The fuel gas is a certified mixture of 40 hydrogen 60 nitrogen 2 with less than 5 ppm of hydrocarbon B TRANSFILLING FUEL CYLINDERS Heath assumes no liability in refilling of fuel cylinders If you wish to refill your own fuel cylinders caution must be exercised during the refilling process It is also recommended that all safety precau
12. S The Detecto Pak 4 is easy to operate It is important that the following procedure be carefully read and followed in order to obtain the maximum benefits of its many features NOTE The Detecto Pak 4 should only be turned on and zero adjusted in a nonflammable clean air atmosphere 1 Carefully unpack all items from the system carrying case 2 Always start with a fully charged battery See Chapter Four Section IV A D 3 Always start with enough fuel in the fuel cylinder to last the expected operating time 1 750 psig in the two 2 fuel cylinders will ensure at least eight hours of operation Do not allow pressure in the fuel cylinder to drop below 50 psig Fuel cylinders with negative pressure vacuum are supplied on the initial shipment The operator must fill cylinders to operating fuel level before start up of the Detecto Pak 4 Apply a very small amount of supplied O ring lubricant to small O ring on the stem of the cylinder valve at least once a week 100786 0 Rev D 19 05 09 OPERATION 4 Insert the fuel cylinder into the cylinder holder at the rear of the instrument Turn the cylinder clockwise until the high pressure gauge moves upscale Turn cylinder an additional 1 4 to 1 2 turn or until snug Do not over tighten the cylinder 5 Replacethe sample inlet filter if dirty contaminated or wet A clean filter should always be inserted in the filter cup prior to each use Replace filter daily or more ofte
13. Section II C Ordering Fuel Mother Tanks The calibration cylinder consists of a gas cylinder valve assembly filled with approximately 1 500 psig 200 psig of calibration gas This calibration cylinder can be refilled from a calibration mother tank of the same gas mixture which is readily available from Heath When ordering calibration cylinder use Heath Part No 0123071 STORING CALIBRATION MOTHER TANKS OR CYLINDERS The calibration mother tanks or cylinders must be stored in accordance with D O T and or OSHA regulations See Chapter Two Section Shipping Fuel Mother Tanks or Cylinders SHIPPING CALIBRATION MOTHER TANKS OR CYLINDERS Calibration mother tanks or cylinders contain compressed flammable gas and must be shipped as hazardous cargo according to D O T and or OSHA regulations Calibration gas mixtures may be flammable when mixed with air or oxygen They must be shipped by motor freight or other freight services that permit shipment of compressed flammable gases In all cases special labeling notation and documentation is required See latest edition of Hazardous Material Regulations ofthe Department of Transportation 100786 0 Rev D 12 05 09 CHAPTER FOUR IV CHARGING SYSTEMS The Detecto Pak 4 Flame Ionization Detector utilizes a 1 5 amp hour Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable battery pack as the source of its power The instrument was designed for 8 hours of continuous operation however this battery wh
14. Zero Port Port Figure 8 Rear View of the Detecto Pak 4 PCB 100786 0 Rev D 21 05 09 CHAPTER SEVEN VII APPLICATIONS FOR THE DETECTO PAK 4 The Detecto Pak 4 is a non specific hydrocarbon detector Its use as a hydrocarbon leak detector has many applications This Chapter lists some of the various types of inspections and areas which might be surveyed using this instrument A GAS DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS Service Line Inspections Inside Meter Inspections Main Line Inspections Business District Surveys Mobile Leak Surveys Feeder Line Inspections Mobile Patrols Customer Leak Complaints GAS TRANSMISSION COMPANIES Cross country Pipeline Inspections Compressor Station Inspections D O T Class 3 and 4 Inspections Mobile Leak Surveys LP GAS PROPANE COMPANIES Main Line Inspections Customer Leak Complaints Service Line Inspections Business District Surveys INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING REFINING FACILITIES Fugitive Emissions Monitoring EPA Method 21 In plant Piping Inspections Confined Space Entry Testing Inside Building Piping Industrial Hygiene Monitoring Inspections Tracer Gas Inspections for Leaks TELEPHONE COMPANIES Inside Piping Inspections Outside Piping Inspections Tracer Gas Inspections for Gas Leaks Pressurized Cable Leaks 100786 0 Rev D 28 05 09 APPLICATIONS F HOUSING AUTHORITIES APARTMENT COMPLEXES MOBILE HOME PARKS MASTER METER FACILITIES Inspection of On site Gas Lines and Services Cust
15. atmosphere Instrument should be in 10K range 1 Disconnect and remove the fuel cylinder from the instrument Install the protective cap on the fuel cylinder valve and store the cylinder in its proper compartment in the carrying case 2 Wait for the fuel to purge from the system tubing The continuous flame out alarm will sound when the fuel is purged and the flame goes out 3 Pressthe Power function switch to turn the Detecto Pak 4 electronics off 4 Disconnect the probe and store the instrument and probe in their proper compartments in the carrying case or connect the instrument to its automatic battery charger See Chapter Four for battery charging procedures 100786 0 Rev D 22 05 09 CHAPTER SIX VI CALIBRATION Heath Detecto Pak 4 15 factory calibrated It is recommended that the Detecto Pak 4 be calibrated once a week However it is recognized that the Detecto Pak 4 will be used for a wide range of applications and for varying lengths of time Such variables may cause the operator to develop his or her own calibration schedule The operator may see a need for a more or less frequent calibration schedule The Detecto Pak 4 should also be calibrated after any repair or replacement of any parts and at any time the operator suspects the instrument s calibration has changed In addition to calibrating the instrument on a regular basis the instrument should be run through a diagnostic check before each u
16. designed for this nickel metal hydride battery 100786 0 Rev D 15 05 09 CHAPTER FIVE V OPERATING THE DETECTO PAK 4 This Chapter explains and contains a detailed illustration of the control panel Operating and shutdown procedures are also discussed Detecto Pak 4 Instrument Only Part No 100581 0 100581 1 Fuel Gauge Ignition Switch Meter Lamp Switch Range Up Down Switch Signal Alarm Switch Low Flow Alarm LED Power Switch Range LED s go oco Qvo Me ge 2 OBS External Pressure Gauge Connector not shown 100786 0 Rev D 16 Figure 4 10 Sample Inlet Filter Holder Meter Alarm LED Zero Up Down Switch Battery Test Signal Alarm Charger Jack 05 09 OPERATION A INSTRUMENT LAYOUT AND CONTROLS 1 FUEL GAUGE Mechanical fuel gauge used to indicate the pressure in the fuel cylinder 2 IGNITION SWITCH Pressing firmly down on the ignition switch produces voltage across the coil in the detector cell to ignite the air fuel mixture 3 METER LAMP SWITCH Press to enable meter lamp for backlight 4 RANGE UP DOWN SWITCH These two switches are used to select the respective ppm range They are single press only switches and will single step the current range to the next available range The ppm range will wrap around in either direction i e range up from 10K ppm will step to 10 ppm and visa versa NOTE The detector cell must have its flame ignited for the meter ran
17. dible alarm will beep at every second interval to verify fast zeroing Single switch presses and held switch pressed may be used in any order Typically the fast zero will be used first and then single switch presses will be used to set the final meter zero Fast zeroing will wrap around its range if the switch is held down longer than 10 seconds On power up the fine zero position is automatically set to mid range 14 BATTERY TEST SWITCH Pressing and holding this switch will indicate the charge level of the battery on the instrument meter The instrument should be operated only while the meter needle registers in the green zone Movement into the yellow or red zone indicates that a complete recharge 10 12 hours minimum is required NOTE The instrument must be on to check the battery level 100786 0 Rev D 18 05 09 OPERATION 15 SIGNALALARM Audible alarm used to indicate the various types of alarm conditions which may exist A continuous alarm is used for flame out low sample flow or in the rare event of detector cell over heating A pulsating alarm is used for indicating the signal level exceeds the alarm set point 16 Please use Heath supplied charger only to charge DP4 through this charger jack The instrument will verify all control switch operations by making a short beep This is normal and does not indicate an alarm Alarms typically last several seconds or as long as the condition lasts B OPERATING PROCEDURE
18. drift or movement of the meter needle The needle should remain relatively stable on zero NOTE Calibration must be conducted in a hydrocarbon free clean air atmosphere 100786 0 Rev D 24 05 09 CALIBRATION 7 Attach calibration kit regulator assembly to calibration cylinder turn calibration cylinder valve knob counterclockwise one half to one turn DO NOT FORCE THE KNOB ALL THE WAY COUTERCLOCKWISE OPEN 8 Attach calibration kit outlet connector to the portable unit by pushing the connector firmly into the sample inlet quick connector on the filter housing Within 30 seconds the meter needle should start moving upscale Allow another one half minute 30 seconds before checking the meter HPN 0123309 Calibration Assembly HPN 0123071 Calibration Cylinder P 100 PPM Methane Balance Air 0618343 1 8 x 1 4 Urethane Tubing 7 Figure 6 100786 0 Rev D 25 05 09 CALIBRATION IMPORTANT Special procedures must be followed when using the Detecto Pak 4 at high altitudes over 3 000 feet above sea level A slightly richer fuel mixture 42 hydrogen 58 nitrogen and increased fuel and sample flow rate 50 55 cc m and 850 cc m respectively are required The instrument must be calibrated at elevation and re calibrated if the elevation changes by 1000 feet or more DO NOT use these settings below 3000 feet as the flame ionization detector FID will burn too hot and possibly cause operatio
19. e housing to indicate the proper pressure gauge set point for correct fuel flow rate Outside will vary from 16 24 psi Inside flow rate is a constant 30 cc min Before calibration and at least once daily plug in the external pressure gauge assembly and check the gauge pressure If it does not match the set point pressure on the sticker using a fuel cylinder with 1000 psig of fuel remove the plastic hole plug from the bottom of the instrument and with a 3 16 Allen wrench turn the 100786 0 Rev D 30 05 09 MAINTENANCE internal regulator set screw clockwise to increase the gauge pressure or counterclockwise to decrease the gauge pressure until it matches the sticker set point pressure Re install the plastic hole plug A TROUBLESHOOTING THE INSTRUMENT In the event the Detecto Pak 4 fails to perform satisfactorily look through the following list to try to find the reason for the malfunction and its corrective action Some fixes are simple ones such as refilling the fuel cylinder recharging the battery or replacing the filter Other corrective actions are complicated and require mechanical and or electronic equipment to determine their specific causes Instrument Inoperative a Check battery indication and if reading is in red zone recharge battery as described in Chapter Four b Ifbattery indicator reads in green zone but instrument is still not operational refer to 2 Malfunction and Corrective Action see b
20. e instrument has been operated for 8 to 10 hours Although shorter charging times are not recommended if it becomes necessary use a 1 5 to 1 ratio to time in use Example If you use the instrument for 4 hours charge the battery for 6 plus hours to completely recharge it D GENERAL INFORMATION NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY 1 Werecommend that a new replacement Nickel Metal Hydride battery by cycled 2 times before regular use First fully charge the battery then discharge the battery by operating the instrument for 8 to 10 hours or preferably until it ceases functioning Then fully recharge for 10 plus hours This is not necessary for new instruments shipped from the factory and put into use within 2 weeks because the cycling was accomplished in the factory 100786 0 Rev D 14 05 09 2 nickel metal hydride battery through charge discharge cycle at least once a month when the instrument is not in use Nickel metal hydride batteries function best when frequently used 3 Only use a Heath supplied nickel metal hydride battery and accompanying approved battery charger as they are matched for optimum performance and safety 4 DoNOTuseanickel metal hydride battery when it is fully discharged When the battery is depleted it must be recharged before use 5 Do not attempt to charge other types of batteries with a nickel metal hydride charger or try to charge the nickel metal hydride battery with a charger other than the one
21. egulator Check O ring on valve stem c Therechargeable battery may not have been fully charged Recharge battery per instructions in Chapter Four B FILTER REPLACEMENT 1 Unscrew bottom half of white plastic filter housing 2 Remove old filter and O ring Gently tap housing upside down on a hard surface table 1f necessary to remove residual pieces of filter Inspect inside both halves of filter housing and remove any trapped dust or debris 3 Insert O ring and then new filter into bottom half of filter housing Smoother side of filter should be right side up or visible 4 Replace bottom half of white plastic filter housing and tighten 100786 0 Rev D 32 05 09 MAINTENANCE C PARTS LIST Part No 0111006 0110518 0111129 0111965 0112069 0112070 0112267 0618343 8300335 0618302 0618320 0618321 0514942 0514965 0514966 100212 1 0110164 0114493 0518083 0518088 100699 0 0518128 0618304 0518047 0518048 0618323 0518015 0618319 0618324 0618331 8300326 100583 0 0618343 0618354 0618355 0111472 56112716 8305928 8300322 0110163 0111689 100786 0 Rev D Description PROBE SAMPLE BELLOWS RUBBER FILTER SCREEN PROBE FITTING HOSE BARBED CAP REAR SAMPLE PROBE CAP W VENT FRONT SAMPLE PROBE WASHER STOP NEOPRENE HOSE 1 8 ID X 1 4 OD URETHANE PLUG QUICK DISCONNECT 1 8 BARB GAUGE EXT LOW PRESSURE CHECK GAUGE LO PRESSURE 0 60 PSI QC BODY W VALVE CAP LECTURE
22. elow 2 Malfunction and Corrective Action a FUEL WILL NOT IGNITE OR STAY LIT Check internal regulator outlet pressure Remove the protective cap from the quick connector located on the front of the portable unit Connect the external gauge adapter to the quick connect stem on the unit by pushing in until it snaps tightly The gauge should the posted pressure setting on the side and or bottom ofthe instrument With 1000 psig in the fuel cylinder If an adjustment of the internal regulator is required insert an Allen type wrench through the access port and adjust the screw b METER READOUT IS ERRATIC Check fuel certification Operate with previously known fuel to ensure that contamination is not causing the instrument s erratic behavior If the 4096 60 mix Hydrogen Nitrogen 18 not certified a variance in specific combustion ratios will cause the instrument to function unsatisfactorily Also if the hydrocarbon content in the fuel is higher than 0 5 ppm methane reductions in sensitivity or erratic meter indications may be experienced Also check calibration to ensure that it 1s not set too high See Chapter Six for Calibration Procedures 100786 0 Rev D 31 05 09 MAINTENANCE 3 PORTABLE UNIT WILL NOT OPERATE FOR FULL EIGHT HOURS a The fuel cylinders may not have been filled to recommended pressure 1 750 psig maximum Try refilling the cylinders b There may a leak between the fuel cylinder valve and r
23. en properly cared for will provide adequate power to operate the instrument for 10 plus hours under normal conditions In freezing conditions the battery capacity is reduced between 10 and 20 depending on the health of the battery In order to give the user a means to roughly determine the battery capacity a Battery Test Switch is included on the Detecto Pak 4 control panel Pressing and holding this switch will indicate the approximate charge level ofthe battery on the instrument meter The meter is color coded on the center scale with green indicating adequate capacity yellow indicating reduced capacity and a recommendation for recharging and red indicating questionable capacity and the need to recharge The instrument will continue to operate in the yellow an up to mid scale in the red however continuing to operate in the red means the instrument will gradually become unstable and ultimately will loose sensitivity Operating in the red is not recommended Part of the charging system includes an approved automatic electronically controlled battery charger to recharge the nickel metal hydride battery For export when required a 220 VAC 50 Hz to 110 VAC converter for your battery charger is available Because of a wide range of 220 VAC receptacles encountered around the world the customer must provide an adapter on the input side of the converter to fit the 220 VAC receptacle A NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE NiMH RECHARGEABLE BATTERY Due to
24. ent part number reference p 32 Instrument p 1 J K L M N Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery p 13 Ring for Fuel Cylinder Valve p 4 O Ring Lubricant p 4 Operating procedures p 15 Optional Accessories p 5 Ordering calibration mother Tanks or calibration cylinders p 12 Ordering Fuel Mother Tanks p 8 VI Parts list p 32 Probe Sample p 1 2 R S Shipping calibration mother tanks or cylinders p 12 Shipping Fuel Mother Tanks Cylinders p 9 Shutdown procedures p 21 Storing calibration mother tanks or cylinders p 12 Storing Fuel Mother Tanks or Cylinders p 9 Transfilling Calibration Cylinders p 10 Transfilling Fuel Cylinders p 6 Troubleshooting the instrument p 29 U V W X Y Z Warranties and warranty repair p I VII Heath Consultants Incorporated operates under a continual product improvement program and reserves the right to make improvements and or changes without prior notification Heath Consultants Incorporated Houston TX 713 844 1300 HEATH Fax 713 844 1309 NSULTANTS 1 800 HEATH US Heath Safety Leadership Innovation Performance www heathus com Then Now and Tomorrow
25. ersedes VAC wetted parts a battery with its elements primarily composed of nickel a silver white metallic element and cadmium a metallic chemical element used in alloys not easily set on fire not pertaining to a specific kind or type most favorable or best unit of electrical resistance Occupational Safety and Health Administration range showing parts per million make impossible prevent belonging to a proprietor as under a patent or copyright pounds per square inch gauge used to measure the difference between normal atmospheric pressure and pressure being tested to cleanse of impurities threads turned in the opposite direction Standard liters per minute replaces or succeeds Volts alternating current parts likely to become wet INDEX A Additional Features p 4 Battery charger p 13 Battery Charger p 3 Calibration gas p 22 Calibration Gas Mixture p 10 Calibration procedures p 22 Carrying Case System p 3 Carrying Strap with Pad p 3 Charging procedure p 14 Controls p 15 Customer assistance manufacturing and Service locations p III Figure 1 p 1 Figure 2 p 7 Figure 3 p 11 Figure 4 p 15 Figure 6 p 24 Figures 7 amp 8 p 26 Filter replacement p 31 Fuel Cylinders p 2 6 Fuel Gas Mixture p 8 Fuel Transfiller p 3 7 G Gauge Adapter p 3 General information NIMH battery p 13 Glossary p IV H I Instruction Manual p 4 Instrum
26. es in detail the proper steps to take in transferring calibration gas to a calibration cylinder Recommendations for ordering calibration gas mother tanks along with proper storage are also discussed CALIBRATION GAS MIXTURES The calibration gas is comprised of a mixture of 100 ppm 10 methane balance zero air The calibration gas mixture is drawn into the instrument at the inlet of the filter housing to ensure proper sensitivity level See Chapter Six for a detailed explanation of this method TRANSFILLING CALIBRATION CYLINDERS Heath assumes no liability in the refilling of calibration cylinders If you wish to refill your own calibration cylinders caution must be exercised during the refilling process It is also recommended that all safety precau tions be used in the handling of high pressure compressed flammable gases during the refilling process To refill the calibration cylinder connect the calibration transfiller to a calibration mother tank then attach a non contaminated calibration cylinder to the Transfiller See Figure 3 this Section and NOTE Section IL C of Chapter Two 100786 0 Rev D 10 05 09 CALIBRATION CYLINDERS MOTHER TANK TRANSFILLER amp CALIBRATION CYLINDER CONNECTED FOR TRANSFILLING E 1 Remove the safety or caps from the calibration mother tank Figure 3 2 Very slowly open valve on the calibration mother tank a very small amount crack Then close it immediate
27. ge to follow he range selected If the flame has not been ignited it is not possible to step through the ranges and the meter will only respond on the 10 k ppm range This is done to prevent accidental damage to the meter movement due to attempted ignition on a lower range or due to high sample concentrations which would drive the meter beyond full scale 5 SIGNAL ALARM SWITCH Used to enable disable the signal set point alarms LED and audible A blinking LED on the signal alarm switch indicates the alarms are enabled The pulsating signal and blinking LED alarms occur at approximately 35 to 45 percent of meter full scale regardless of which ppm range is selected As a safety factor the signal alarm switch does not affect the continuous flame out alarm The Detecto Pak 4 may flame out when exposed to high gas concentrations 6 LOW FLOW ALARM LED Blinking LED used to visually alert the operator of low sample flow Low sample flow is normally caused by a dirty or clogged sample filter or mud in the sample probe inlet 7 POWER SWITCH Pressing this switch either turns on the instrument or shuts it down The instrument powers up in the 10K ppm range with the signal alarm enabled and with the flame out alarm on The flame out alarm will sound until the fuel has ignited and the detector cell has begun to warm up approximately 10 seconds beyond pressing the igniter 100786 0 Rev D 17 05 09 OPERATION Pressing the switch aga
28. in will shut off the fuel flow to the detector cell which will extinguish its flame The instrument will then automatically turn off 8 RANGE LEDs Blinking LEDs used to indicate the selected ppm range 9 EXTERNAL PRESSURE GAUGE CONNECTOR Used to check the internal regulator output pressure with an external pressure gauge 10 SAMPLE INLET FILTER HOLDER HOUSING The hose from the Sample Probe connects to the instrument at this location sample filter is located within the filter holder housing and is easily changed by manually unscrewing the filter holder housing from the instrument 1 METER Indicates the ppm concentration depending on which range is selected and the battery level 12 ALARM LED Provides a visible indication of the ppm level exceeding the alarm set point The alarm led blinks in conjunction with the pulsating audible alarm and both are enabled disabled by the signal alarm switch 13 ZERO UP DOWN SWITCH These two switches provide fine meter zeroing and are effective on the 10 50 and 100 ppm ranges only A single press of either switch will shift the meter by approximately 1 meter division on the 10 ppm range 2 ppm Subsequent presses must be at least 1 second apart as the switches also provide fast zeroing Fast zeroing is achieved by pressing and holding down either switch for at least 1 second For every second the switch is held down the meter zero will change by approximately 1 ppm The au
29. ly This will clean blow any contaminants out of the valve 3 Firmly secure the hex nut on the calibration transfiller to the calibration mother tank valve outlet using an appropriate wrench Note notches in hex nut body indicate the nut threads are Reverse Cut threads 4 Tighten small hex nut on calibration transfiller to valve outlet on calibration cylinder 5 Close bleed off valve on calibration transfiller by turning it completely clockwise 6 Slowly open calibration mother tank valve counterclockwise until the pressure gauge on the calibration transfiller continues to rise or approximately one half of a turn open 7 Observe calibration transfiller pressure gauge and turn off calibration mother tank valve at 1750 psig or when the pressure gauge stops rising below 1750 psig level determined by calibration mother tank internal pressure DO NOT EXCEED 1750 psig pressure in the calibration cylinder 100786 0 Rev D 11 05 09 CALIBRATION CYLINDERS 8 Open bleed off valve on calibration transfiller to eliminate pressure in calibration transfiller 9 Loosen small hex nut and remove calibration cylinder 10 Remove calibration transfiller from calibration mother tank replace safety cap or caps and safely store calibration mother tank ORDERING CALIBRATION MOTHER TANKS OR CALIBRATION CYLINDERS Calibration mother tanks calibration cylinders are available from Heath at the listed location See Chapter Two
30. n authorized warranty repair location shipped pre paid and adequately insured Return shipping charges and insurance will be paid by Heath warranty expense We do not assume liability for indirect or consequential damage or loss of any nature in connection with the use of any Heath product There are no other warranties expressed implied or written except as listed above The following suggestions will expedite the repair of your instrument e Package carefully using the original shipping carton if available and return all components Specify your complete shipping and billing addresses e Specify the instrument or product name model number and serial numbers on all correspondence e Include a brief description of the problem you are experiencing and specify the person to be contacted for information II CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE MANUFACTURING AND SERVICE LOCATIONS CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS Heath Consultants Incorporated 9030 Monroe Road Houston Texas 77061 Phone 713 844 1300 Fax 713 844 1309 MANUFATURING AND WARRANTY SERVICE CENTERS Heath Consultants Factory Service Center 9030 Monroe Road Houston Texas 77061 Phone 713 844 1350 Fax 713 844 1398 DIVISION OFFICES Northeast Region 1051 Garden Street Greensburg PA 15601 Phone 724 836 7830 Fax 724 836 7835 Central Region 9030 Monroe Road Houston Texas 77061 Phone 713 844 1300 Fax 713 844 1309 Southeast Region 1645 Murfreesbo
31. n if required See Chapter Eight Section VIII B Filter Replacement for details 6 Attach extended probe assembly to the Detecto Pak 4 by firmly pressing the connector on the end of hose into the quick connector on the filter housing 7 Depress the POWER switch Continuous alarm will sound until the fuel is ignited in the detector cell NOTE When first turned on the alarm will sound and then will be silent for approximately eight 8 seconds Then the continuous flame out alarm will sound until instrument is ignited 8 Press Battery test switch Meter needle should indicate in the green zone 9 Depress Range switch to put instrument in the 10K ppm range and allow one 1 minute for fuel line to purge CAUTION Instrument MUST be ignited in the 10K ppm range 10 Press the Igniter button The continuous flame out alarm should stop within twenty five 25 seconds This indicates the fuel in the detector cell is ignited If continuous alarm is still on repeat this step until the continuous alarm stops 11 Allow five 5 minutes for the Detecto Pak 4 to warm up Warm up may take up to fifteen 15 minutes during cold weather It is advisable to store the Detecto Pak 4 in a warm room overnight rather than to leave it outside in cold weather 12 Zero meter using the ZERO switches CAUTION Care should be taken that instrument and operator are in a nonflammable clean air atmosphere 100786 0 Rev D 20 05 09 OP
32. nal and or physical problems If an improper hydrogen higher than 42 fuel mix is used the possibility of damage to the detector cell could be realized as excessive heat is generated Please contact servicing Heath Office for proper ordering procedures 9 The meter needle should register 100 or same as calibration gas used on the 100 ppm range If the needle is not on 100 you will need to reset the instrument with the calibration RP6 port 10 Ifan adjustment is necessary to bring the meter needle to 100 or same as calibration gas used on the 100 ppm meter scale an adjusting control is inside the bottom rear of the instrument as indicated in Figures 7 amp 8 Access the CALIBRATION adjustment through the LEFT HAND ACCESS PORT on the rear of the instrument located directly below the fuel cylinder holder 11 Remove the plug from the port and use a micro screwdriver to adjust the CALIBRATION level using RP6 as required 12 Repeat the above steps to verify the ZERO and CALIBRATION levels 13 Disconnect the calibration hose fitting from the sample inlet quick disconnect on the filter housing and close the calibration cylinder valve Calibration is now complete 100786 0 Rev D 26 05 09 CALIBRATION Front and rear view of the Detecto Pak 4 Access Ports Figure 7 Location of the Access Ports Z Ns RP6 RP7 RPS Left Right Meter Calibration Course
33. omer Leak Complaints G SANITARY LANDFILL WASTE STORAGE ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY AREAS Hydrocarbon Contamination Inspection Head Space Analysis Sites Leaking Storage Tank Monitoring Perimeter Inspections 100786 0 Rev D 29 05 09 CHAPTER EIGHT VIII MAINTENANCE INFORMATION TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES AND PERIODIC MAINTENANCE This chapter deals with troubleshooting procedures and periodic maintenance Each instrument utilized for leak detection and evaluation should be operated in accordance with the manufacturer s operating instructions 1 Instrument should be periodically checked while in use to ensure that the recommended voltage requirements are available 2 Instrument should be tested daily or prior to use to ensure proper operation to ensure that the sampling system is free of leakage and to ensure that the filters are not obstructing the sample flow This instrument is now equipped with an improved cell base and fuel flow system CELL BASE Changes to the cell base include an improved ceramic flame orifice and re designed flashback arresters FUEL FLOW SYSTEM Changes to the fuel flow system include an improved fixed fuel flow restrictor that replaces the adjustable restrictor The 005 in line restrictor has also been removed Also a 5 micron filter has been added When the instrument is calibrated and adjusted at the factory a sticker is placed on the side and end of the case and on the insid
34. rmly believes the Detecto Pak 4 when properly maintained will provide reliability and ease of operation for many years iii WARNING EXPLOSIVE GAS MIXTURES CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH INHALATION OF VAPORS CAN CAUSE HEALTH IMPAIRMENT WARNING IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT USERS OF THIS INSTRUMENT READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE AND THE PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL TO ENSURE THE INSTRUMENT IS USED IN A PROPER AND SAFE MANNER WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE INTERNAL FUEL REGULATOR DISASSEMBLY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE DETECTO PAK 4 WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE FUEL OR CALIBRATION CYLINDER VALVE ASSEMBLY WARNING THE BATTERY MUST BE CHANGED OR CHARGED IN AN AREA KNOWN TO BE NONFLAMMABLE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF IGNITING A FLAMMABLE ATMOSPHERE WARNING CHAPTER ONE I DETECTO PAK 4 FEATURES This Chapter describes the features of the Detecto Pak 4 Please refer to Figure 1 for illustration of individual parts DETECTO PAK 4 COMPLETE Part No 100659 0 110 VAC Part No 100659 2 220 VAC Part No 100659 1 110 VAC High Alt Part No 100659 3 220 VAC High Alt Part No 100659 4 0 100K Figure 1 1 Instrument Only 5 Fuel Cylinder 2 included Part No 100581 0 100581 1 Part No 0618303 2 Probe Sample 6 Gauge Adapter Part No 0111006 Part No 0618302 3 Battery Charger Auto 7 Carrying Strap W Pad Part No
35. ro Road Suite E Nashville TN 37217 Phone 615 361 8306 Fax 615 361 8651 Western Region 4100 S Fremont Avenue Suite 150 Tucson AZ 85714 Phone 520 790 4971 Fax 520 790 5016 GLOSSARY CGA calibration ceramic flame orifice contaminants D O T Ensure Erratic flame out flammable flashback arresters float mode hazardous hydrocarbon vapors impairment inhalation knurled mvdc methane Compressed Gas Association the act of fixing or correcting the graduations ofa measuring instrument inert high temperature resistant ceramic opening on the unit that allows shaping of the flame for greater reliability impure or corrupting substances Department of Transportation to make sure irregular random a failure of ignition during operation easily set on fire safeguards that prevent danger of flashback to operator and environment the mode the battery charger enters after unit is fully charged dangerous vapors containing a compound of hydrogen and carbon state of worsening or lessening the process of breathing in small beads or ridges as along the edge of a coin millivolts direct current a colorless odorless flammable gas formed by the decomposition of vegetable matter as in marshes IV Nickel metal hydride battery NiMH nonflammable non specific optimum ohm OSHA ppm range preclude proprietary psig purge reverse cut threads SLPM sup
36. se The check should include an observation of the external sampling system Also a daily operational check with a known sample of gas is recommended to insure the instrument Is operating A CALIBRATION GAS The type of calibration gas and the concentration level of the calibration gas will be dictated by the particular detection needs requirements The most reliable detection results will be obtained when the Detecto Pak 4 is calibrated with a calibration gas containing the same gas component anticipated in the test area Additionally the concentration ofthe calibration gas should represent the level nearest the critical area of detection required That is if an anticipated detection level of a particular gas is 100 ppm then a calibration gas of that species at a 100 ppm 10 concentration level would be the best calibration gas to use Methane has been accepted in the industry as a general calibration standard for flame ionization detectors such as the Detecto Pak 4 It is recommended the Detecto Pak 4 be calibrated with 100 ppm of methane 10 in air for general detecting applications NOTE The calibration of the Detecto Pak 4 with a particular gas species will provide reliable ppm readings for a target gas of the same species Meter readings observed from the testing of a target gas containing a gas different from the calibration gas species may not represent the actual ppm concentration in the sampled target gas
37. the nature of the battery more energy must be put back into the battery then is drawn from it Normally it requires 10 to 12 hours of charging to completely recharge the Nickel Metal Hydride battery Shorter charging periods may have a negative effect on the health of the battery and are not recommended 100786 0 Rev D 13 05 09 It 1s very important to use ONLY the approved charger supplied with the Detecto Pak 4 to recharge the battery pack Substitute chargers may damage the battery pack After the charger has been plugged into the Detecto Pak 4 for 10 hours the charger will automatically reduce itself to the float mode The float mode will maintain a charge in the battery as long as it is connected to the charger We recommend the Detecto Pak 4 be connected to the charger whenever it is not it use This will ensure the battery 18 charged and the instrument is ready for use C CHARGING PROCEDURE WARNING THE BATTERY MUST BE CHANGED OR CHARGED IN AN AREA KNOWN TO BE NONFLAMMABLE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF IGNITING A FLAMMABLE ATMOSPHERE The charging procedure is to set the Detecto Pak 4 instrument Power Switch to Off Plug the battery charger into 120 VAC receptacle then plug the battery charger output plug into the charger jack on the Detecto Pak 4 If connected in this correct sequence the charger is on and in the high charge mode Charging time is normally 10 to 12 hour period if th
38. ther tank internal pressure DO NOT EXCEED 1750 psig pressure in the fuel cylinder 8 Open bleed off valve on transfiller to eliminate pressure in transfiller 9 Loosen knurled nut with finger pressure and remove fuel cylinder 10 Remove transfiller from fuel mother tank replace safety cap or caps and safely store fuel mother tank For storing and transporting of these fuel mother tanks fuel cylinders see Paragraphs D and E of this Section C ORDERING FUEL MOTHER TANKS When ordering a mother tank of fuel it is recommended that a certified mix of 40 hydrogen 60 nitrogen 2 with less than 5 ppm of hydrocarbon be requested The following companies can supply the proper fuel mixtures in fuel mother tanks This list is not intended as an endorsement and other suppliers may be available If you are unable to locate a fuel source please contact your nearest Heath representative helps ensure quality gas Not ordering CERTIFIED gas increases the risk of not securing 40 H hydrogen 60 N nitrogen mix of less than 0 5 ppm hydrocarbon background See Chapter Eight Section VIII A Item 2b for example of negative effect NOTE When ordering it is extremely important to specify CERTIFIED This SUPPLIERS OF FUEL GAS MIXTURES AIRCO LINDE ALPHAGAZ LIQUID CARBONIC MG INDUSTRIES 100786 0 Rev D SCIENTIFIC GAS PRODUCTS MATHESON GAS PRODUCTS SCOTT SPECIALTY GASES AIR PRODUCTS 05
39. tions be used in the handling of high pressure compressed flammable gases during the refilling process To refill the fuel cylinders connect the fuel transfiller to a fuel mother tank then attach a non contaminated fuel cylinder to the transfiller See Figure 2 this Section and NOTE Paragraph C of this Section 100786 0 Rev D 6 05 09 FUEL CYLINDERS MOTHER TANK TRANSFILLER amp FUEL CYLINDER CONNECTED FOR TRANFILLING A ULL vy SEEEUUL IVEUULIUL ANIN Figure 2 1 Remove the safety cap or caps from the fuel mother tank 2 Very slowly open valve on the fuel mother tank a very small amount crack Then close it immediately This will clean blow any contaminants out of the valve 3 Firmly secure the hex nut on the transfiller to the fuel mother tank valve outlet using an appropriate wrench Note notches in hex nut body indicate the nut threads are Reverse Cut threads 4 Finger tighten knurled nut on transfiller to valve outlet on fuel cylinder 5 Close bleed off valve on transfiller by turning it completely clockwise 6 Slowly open fuel mother tank valve counterclockwise until the pressure gauge on the transfiller continues to rise or approximately one half of a turn open 7 Observe transfiller pressure gauge and turn off fuel mother tank valve at 1750 psig or when the pressure gauge stops rising below 1750 psig 100786 0 Rev D 7 05 09 FUEL CYLINDERS level determined by fuel mo
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