Bacharach Fyrite INTECH User manual

Combustion Gas Analyzer
Configuration and Operation Manual
Instruction 0024-9486
Revision 2
December 27, 2012
Product Leadership •Training •Service •Reliability

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WARRANTY POLICY
Bacharach, Inc. warrants to Buyer that at the time of delivery this product will
be free from defects in material and manufacture and will conform
substantially to Bacharach Inc.’s applicable specifications. Bacharach’s liability
and buyer’s remedy under this warranty are limited to the repair or
replacement, at Bacharach’s option, of this product or parts thereof returned
to seller at the factory of manufacture and shown to Bacharach Inc.’s
reasonable satisfaction to have been defective; provided that written notice of
the defect shall have been given by buyer to Bacharach Inc. within two (2)
years after the date of delivery on Product and CO sensor, and within one (1)
year after the date of delivery on the O2sensor.
Bacharach, Inc. warrants to buyer that it will convey good title to this product.
Bacharach’s liability and buyer’s remedy under this warranty of title are limited
to the removal of any title defects or, at the election of Bacharach, to the
replacement of this product or parts thereof that are defective in title.
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NOTICE
Product improvements and enhancements are continuous; therefore the
specifications and information contained in this document may change without
notice.
Bacharach, Inc. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental
or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or
use of this material.
No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to
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Copyright © 2012, Bacharach, Inc., all rights reserved.
BACHARACH, Fyrite, InTech, and B-SMART are registered trademarks of
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Table of Contents
Section 1. Overview.................................................................................... 1
1.1. Introduction ............................................................................................ 1
1.2. Conventions............................................................................................. 1
1.3. Safety....................................................................................................... 1
1.4. Product Overview.................................................................................... 3
1.5. North American (NA) vs. Siegert (S) Combustion Equations................... 3
1.6. Components ............................................................................................ 5
1.7. Features................................................................................................... 7
1.8. Combustion Test Process Overview ........................................................ 8
1.9. FyriteInTechSales Combinations ...................................................... 9
1.10. Specifications....................................................................................... 11
Section 2. Setup........................................................................................ 13
2.1. Connecting the Probe and Thermocouple ............................................ 13
2.2. Front Panel Buttons............................................................................... 14
2.3. Power Options....................................................................................... 15
2.4. Turning On the FyriteInTech............................................................ 16
Section 3. Configuration ........................................................................... 17
3.1. Menu Structure Overview ..................................................................... 17
3.2. The Warm-up Sequence........................................................................ 17
3.3. Main Menu ............................................................................................ 18
3.4. Select Fuel Menu................................................................................... 19
3.5. Ambient CO Menu (Siegert Only).......................................................... 20
3.6. Memory Options Menu......................................................................... 22
3.7. Setup Menu ........................................................................................... 24
3.8. Calibration Menu................................................................................... 34
3.9. Diagnostics Menu.................................................................................. 35
3.10. Status Menu ........................................................................................ 37
Section 4. Operation................................................................................. 38
4.1. Prerequisites ......................................................................................... 38
4.2. Sampling Point Examples ...................................................................... 38
4.3. Combustion Testing Process ................................................................. 41
4.4. The RUN Screen..................................................................................... 42
4.5. Printing Using the Optional IrDA Printer ............................................... 43
4.6. Taking Ambient CO Measurements ...................................................... 46

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4.7. PC Interface and FyriteUser Software................................................ 47
Section 5. Calibration and Maintenance .................................................. 48
5.1. Serviceability ......................................................................................... 48
5.2. Cleaning the Probe ................................................................................ 48
5.2.1. Equipment Required ................................................................. 49
5.2.2. Procedure ................................................................................. 49
5.3. Water Trap and Filter Replacement ...................................................... 50
5.4. O2and/or CO Sensor Replacement ....................................................... 51
5.4.1. Accessing the Sensors............................................................... 51
5.4.2. Material Required (As Needed) ................................................ 51
5.4.3. O2Sensor Replacement Procedure........................................... 52
5.4.4. CO Sensor Replacement Procedure.......................................... 52
5.4.5. B-SMARTCO Sensor Replacement.......................................... 53
5.5. T-Stack Calibration ................................................................................ 54
5.5.1. Materials Required ................................................................... 54
5.5.2. T-Stack Calibration Procedure .................................................. 54
5.6. CO Sensor Calibration............................................................................ 56
5.6.1. Materials Required ................................................................... 56
5.6.2. CO Manual Zero Procedure ...................................................... 56
5.6.3. CO Sensor Span Procedure ....................................................... 57
5.7. T-Ref Sensor Calibration........................................................................ 58
Section 6. Troubleshooting....................................................................... 59
6.1. Error and Warning Messages ................................................................ 59
6.2. Replacement Parts ................................................................................ 60
6.3. Accessories ............................................................................................ 61
6.4. Instrument Identification ...................................................................... 62
6.5. Service Centers...................................................................................... 62
Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................. 63
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Section 1. Overview
1.1. Introduction
Thank you for investing in a Bacharach FyriteInTechcombustion analyzer.
To assure proper use and operator safety, please read the contents of this
manual for important information on the operation and maintenance of the
analyzer.
1.2. Conventions
WARNING:
A warning statement denotes a potential hazard
associated with the use of this equipment. Failure to follow this
information could result in serious personal injury or death.
CAUTION: A caution statement indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. Caution statements may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT: An important statement provides emphasis of an
important
feature, operation, etc. Failure to follow this
information could void your warranty
, result in improper
operation, or cause equipment damage.
NOTE: A note statement provides emphasis of a feature,
operation, practice, etc.
1.3. Safety
WARNING: This analyzer is not intended to be used as a safety
device.
WARNING: When testing an appliance, a full visual inspection of
the appliance should be performed to ensure its safe operation.

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CAUTION:
This analyzer is not intended to be used on a
continuous basis.
CAUTION: Do not store instrument or its sensors with solvents or
products that contain solvents.
CAUTION: Except for sensor and battery replacement
, this
analyzer should only be opened and/or serviced by authorized
Bacharach personnel. Failure to comply may void the warranty.
HAZARDOUS AREA WARNING:
This instrument has not been
designed to be intrinsically safe for use in areas classified as
hazardous locations. For your safety, DO NOT
use it in hazardous
(classified) locations.
CAUTION: Do not use flammable or combustible substances (like
carburetor fluid used for cleaning the probe) near an open flame.
CAUTION:
When the instrument is used in an inefficient oil-fueled
appliance where there is a high emission of soot, the probe’s
sample filter may become clogged. Before every use check the
filter to confirm it is clean or replace it with a new filter.
To prevent soot intake and a clogged filter, a smoke test should be
performed before operating under such conditions. This ensures
that the furnace or boiler is burning at a level appropriate for the
use of this instrument.
When the CO2level exceeds the allowable threshold, a warning
will prompt the user to consider performing a smoke test. This
screen is cleared by pressing the ENTER button. Once the warning
is cleared, it will not be displayed again for that particular test. If a
new test is started (by pressing the HOLD button), the warning will
be displayed again if the limit has been exceeded.

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1.4. Product Overview
The FyriteInTechis a portable hand-held combustion analyzer for use in
residential and light commercial applications. It is intended to be used by:
•HVAC contractors
•home inspectors
•maintenance personnel
•energy auditors
to conduct combustion efficiency analysis on residential and light commercial
furnaces and appliances in the worldwide market.
The instrument is supplied with all of the following components:
•probe and hose assembly
•four disposable “AA” alkaline batteries
•soft or hard carrying case (depending on model)
•factory-calibrated and installed sensor(s) as ordered
and, depending on the model and kit, some or all of the following:
•rubber boot
•spare filters
•FyriteUser Software (FUS)
•USB cable (type A to mini B)
•Infrared Data Association (IrDA) printer with four disposable “AA”
alkaline batteries
•printer paper
1.5. North American (NA) vs. Siegert (S) Combustion Equations
Though the combustion process is fairly standardized across the globe, a
combustion analyzer intended for worldwide use demands a degree of
flexibility for a few regional preferences. The FyriteInTechprovides a North
American configuration and a Siegert configuration (see page 32) to address
these and other needs, which are contrasted below.
NOTE: Detailed differences between North American and Siegert
configurations are noted where appropriate in this manual.

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Feature North American (NA) versus Siegert (S) Configurations
Countries Typical North American
(NA) Users
Typical
Siegert (S) Users
Asia Belgium
Australia Denmark
Latin America France
North America Germany
South America Italy
Netherlands
Poland
Spain
United Kingdom
Heating Values For combustion calculations, Siegert uses the fuel’s lower
heating value; NA uses the higher value.
Fuels Different fuel sets and composition (p 19)
Different RUN
Parameters
EFF (NA) vs. Stack loss and ETA (S)
Excess Air (NA) vs. Lambda (S)
(Lambda is similar to excess air)
Extra Siegert
Parameters
CO/CO2ratio, boiler temperature, smoke number, and oil
derivative are displayed for Siegert only.
CO2Max Siegert users can set a CO2max number for the fuel.
Print Average
Feature There is a print average feature for Siegert.
NOxFilter A NOxfilter is included in-line on the tubing of the gas sample
probe of Siegert units.
Languages 3 languages for North American (NA) configuration.
8 languages for Siegert (S) configuration.
English French Spanish German Italian Danish Polish Dutch
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1.6. Components

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1.7. Features
•Sensors (pp 51, 60)
oField-replaceable electrochemical sensors (O2and B-SMARTCO)
oFlue gas temperature measurement using a Type K thermocouple
•Fuel codes (p 19)
oSix available fuels (in North American configuration)
oTen available fuels (in Siegert configuration)
•Power (pp 12, 15)
o4 AA alkaline batteries (included)
o4 AA lithium batteries
o4 AA rechargeable batteries (externally charged)
oLow battery warning
•Testing Features
oComplete test results (10 sets) can be stored, recalled, displayed,
and printed (p 22).
oTime and date stamping of test results
oSecure calibration function (password protected) (p 34)
oAuto power-off feature with sensor purge feature (p 30)
oStatus and diagnostic menus (p 35)
oManual entry of values (Siegert only) (pp 25, 26)
oAmbient CO (Siegert Only) (p 46)
•User Customizations
oNorth American and Siegert combustion calculations (pp 32, 43)
oMulti-language interface (p 29)
oAuto/Manual zero functions for the CO sensor (p 32)
oCustomized user information (3 lines of 20 characters) (p 44)
oCustomized logo on printouts (192 x 384 pixels) (p 46)
oTemperature unit selection (p 24)
•Hardware (p 5)
oProbe/hose assembly for gas transport and temperature input
oSample pump to provide gas sample delivery
oBacklit monochrome graphic LCD
oHard or soft carrying case
oUSB 2.0 (mini-B connection) for PC interface and communications
•PC Interface (p 47)
oUSB cable (Type A to Mini B)
oFyriteUser Software (FUS) (Windows compatible)
oUpdates and instrument configuration

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1.8. Combustion Test Process Overview
FUNCTION...............................................PAGES
Connect Probe ...................................................... 13
Turn On Instrument ...................................14, 15, 16
Verify Power ......................................................... 15
Zero Instrument (Auto/Manual) ................17, 32,
56
Use Menu System ................................................. 17
Set System Parameters ....................................19, 24
Set Combustion Test Parameters.......................... 19
Replace Sensor(s) as Needed ...........................35,
51
Calibrate as Needed .........................................34,
56
Replace Batteries as Needed................................. 15
Filter Replacement................................................ 50
Place Probe in Sampling Point............................... 38
Collect Data (RUN Button) .................................... 42
Save Data as Needed (F3) ................................14,
42
Stop Test (HOLD Button) ..................................14,
42
Print Data as Needed (F1) ..........................14, 42,
43
Save Data (F3) ..................................................14,
42
Print Data (F1) (Option)..............................14, 42,
43
Review All Combustion Data ......................14, 42, 43
Adjust Combustion Equipment As Needed
Save Data (F3) ..................................................14,
42
Disconnect Probe .................................................. 41
Purge Instrument .............................................30,
41
Turn Off Instrument .........................................14,
41
Clean and Store..................................................... 41

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NOTE: The North American (NA) configuration of FyriteInTech
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computes and displays the calculations as long as the measured
oxygen is not above 16% O2and the stack temperature is not above
650°C (1200°F). The Siegert configuration of the FyriteInTech
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computes and displays the calculations as long as the measured
oxygen is not above 18.8% O2and the stack temperature is not
above 650°C (1200°F).
1.9. FyriteInTechSales Combinations
Fuel Equations North American (NA) Siegert (S)
Final Assembly 0024-7340 0024-7341 0024-7342
Kit Type O2Only Basic Reporting Basic Reporting
Sales Kit P/N 0024-8510 0024-8511 0024-8512 0024-8513 0024-8514
Probe X X X X X
Batteries X X X X X
T-Stack X X X X X
Manual X X X X X
O2X X X X X
CO X X X X
Fuels 6 6 6 10 10
Soft Case X X X
Hard Case X X
Printer X X
Boot X X
PC Software X X
USB Cable X X
Spare Filters X X
NOxFilter X X

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1.10. Specifications
Specification Description
Temperature Storage: -20°to 50°C ( -4°to 122°F)
0°to 20°C (32°to 68°F ) optimal
Operation: -5°to 45°C (23°to 113°F)
Reference: 20°± 2°C (68°± 4°F)
Humidity Storage: 15 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Operation: 15 to 95% RH, non-condensing
Reference: 45 ± 10% RH, non-condensing
Pressure 1 atmosphere ± 10%
Weight 16 ounces (454 g) with batteries
Dimensions 8.0” x 3.6” x 2.3” (20.3 cm x 9.1 cm x 5.8 cm) (H x W x D)
Warm-up Time Minimum = 30 seconds; Maximum = 60 seconds
Gas Sample Flow
Rate 300 to 700 cc/min
Sensors O2Electrochemical (P/N: 0024-0788)
CO Electrochemical (P/N: 0024-7265)
Temp (Stack) K-Type thermocouple
Product Approvals
and Regulatory
Compliance
EN50270: (CE Mark) EMC tested in accordance with
European Directive 2004/108/EC .
EN50379: Standard for portable electrical apparatus
designed to measure combustion flue gas
parameters of heating appliances (Siegert only)
Parts 1 and 3.
RoHS Compliance
Case Construction High impact ABS plastic with co-molded rubber.
Protective rubber boot with molded-in magnets.
Display Monochrome with backlight
USB Connector Mini B (USB 2.0)
Memory 10 locations for storing test results
IrDA Port Protocol: IrDA-SIR Data Bits: 8 Stop Bits: 1
Baud Rate: 9600 Parity: None

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Specification Description
Power Supply
Options
Batteries
(4 AA)
Type: Disposable Alkaline (Included)
Duration: 15 hours min, continuous max draw
Type: Disposable Lithium
Duration: 20 hours, continuous max draw
Type: Rechargeable
Duration: 8 hours, continuous max draw
Measure
-ment Range Resolution Accuracy
Response
Time
(T90)
O20 to 20.9 % 0.1% O2 ±0.3% O2(on flue gas) < 20 sec
CO 0 to 2000 ppm 1 ppm ±10 ppm (0 to 200)
±5% reading (201 to 2000) < 40 sec
Stack
Temp
-20°to 650°C
(-4°to 1202°F)
1°C
(1°F)
±2°C (0°to 124°C)
±3°C (125°to 249°C)
±4°C (250°to 400°C)
< 50 sec
Calculation Calculation Range Reso-
lution
Version
NA Siegert
Efficiency (HHV) 0.1 to 100 % 0.1% X X
ETA (LHV) 0 to 115% 0.1% X
Excess Air 1 to 250 % 1% X
Stack Loss 0.1 to 100 % 0.1 % X
Lambda 1 to 9.55 0.01 X
CO2(dry basis) 0.1 to a fuel-dependent max in % 0.1 % X X
CO Ref to O20 to 9999 ppm 1 ppm X X
CO/CO2Ratio 0.0001 to fuel-dependent max 0.0001 X
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Section 2. Setup
2.1. Connecting the Probe and Thermocouple
A rigid stainless steel probe with handle is connected to a flexible hose with an
integral water-trap/filter used to draw a gas sample into the analyzer from the
room, grilles, diffusers, and furnace flues.
1. Inspect the flue-gas hose for cracks. If a hose is defective, replace the
entire probe assembly.
2. Before using the analyzer, check that the water trap/filter is clean and dry.
If necessary, dry out the trap and replace the filter element.
3. Push the probe’s “sample gas” tubing onto the GAS inlet connector.
4. Push the probe’s thermocouple into the T-STACK connector on the
instrument noting the orientation.
IMPORTANT: The T-STACK connector tabs are keyed to fit into the
connector in only one orientation. DO NOT force the
thermocouple connector tabs into the T-STACK connector.

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2.2. Front Panel Buttons
Button Description
•Powers the analyzer ON and OFF. Hold this button
down for at least 2 seconds to turn the power OFF.
•Toggles the backlight ON and OFF while the analyzer is
turned ON.
•UP (), DOWN (), LEFT (), and RIGHT () arrows
are context-specific navigation buttons for the menus.
•UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons scroll to menu
options that are hidden from view (when a side scroll
bar is displayed indicating additional information).
•UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons cause the
displayed value to increase or decrease accordingly.
•LEFT () and RIGHT () arrow buttons jump to the
top and bottom of lists, respectively.
•LEFT () and RIGHT () arrow buttons position the
active cursor on specific elements of a value to be
changed.
•The ENTER button.Performs the action selected.
•While in the HOLD screen, turns the sample pump on,
displays the RUN screen, and begins a combustion
test.
•While in the RUN screen, turns the sample pump off,
displays the HOLD screen and the last set of combustion
data.
•Displays the HOLD screen while pressing it from most
menus.
•Returns the display to the HOLD screen while pressing it
during the shutdown sequence.
•The ESC button cancels most operations and displays the
previous screen.
•Pressing function keys accepts the corresponding function
defined above that key at the bottom of the display (for
example, PRINT, SAVE, MENU, etc.).