Inficon E-Check Quick guide

Translation of the original operating instructions
E-Check
Calibration leak for ELT3000
lime10en1-05-(2007)
lime10en1-05-(2007)
Catalog No.
600-105
From software version
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INFICON GmbH
Bonner Strasse 498
50968 Cologne, Germany

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Table of contents
1 General information ............................................................................................4
1.1 Warnings.....................................................................................................5
2 Safety .................................................................................................................6
2.1 Owner requirements ...................................................................................8
2.2 Duties of the operator ...............................................................................10
2.3 Intended use .............................................................................................11
3 Scope of delivery, transport, storage................................................................12
4 Description........................................................................................................15
4.1 Markings on the calibrated leak ................................................................18
4.2 Function ....................................................................................................19
4.3 Technical specifications............................................................................20
4.3.1 Mechanical data............................................................................ 20
4.3.2 Ambient conditions........................................................................ 20
5 Disposal............................................................................................................21
6 Declaration of Contamination ........................................................................... 22

1 | General information INFICON
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1 General information
The E-Check (DMC), only described as a calibration leak
below, may only be used in proper condition and in the
condition described in the operating instructions and only
by trained personnel.
►Observe local regulations for the use of the calibration
leak.

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1.1 Warnings
DANGER
Imminent hazard resulting in death or serious
injuries
WARNING
Hazardous situation resulting in potential death or
serious injuries
CAUTION
Hazardous situation resulting in minor injuries
NOTICE
Hazardous situation resulting in damage to property
or the environment

2 | Safety INFICON
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2 Safety
DANGER
Risk of injury from explosion
► If liquids leak out, dispose of the calibration leak
properly.
► Do not smoke and stay away from ignition sources.
WARNING
Risk of injury from flammable solvents
The solvent in the calibration leak is highly flammable.
Overheating can damage the membrane, solvent can
leak and ignite from an ignition source.
► Observe the manufacturer's safety data sheets and
follow the applicable work instructions.
► Avoid heating the calibration leak to high
temperatures.

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NOTICE
Property damage from falling
Place the calibration leak safely on a flat surface and
protect it from falling.
► Remove the transport lock and store the calibration
leak for at least 24 hours before use.
► Store the calibration leak in a well-ventilated place so
that the text on the top is always legible.

2 | Safety INFICON
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2.1 Owner requirements
The following notes are for companies or any person who
is responsible for the safety and effective use of the
product by the user, employees or third parties.
Safety-conscious operation
• Only operate the calibration leak if it is in a technically
perfect condition and shows no signs of damage such
as escaping solvents.
• Only operate the calibration leak as intended, in a
safety and risk conscious manner, and in accordance
with this instruction manual.
• Adhere to the following regulations and observe their
compliance:
– Intended use
– General applicable safety and accident
prevention regulations
– International, national and local standards and
guidelines
– Additional device-related provisions and
regulations
• Keep this instruction manual available on site.

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Personnel qualifications
• Only instructed personnel are to be permitted to work
with the calibration leak on the battery leak detector.
The instructed personnel must have received training
on calibration leaks.
• Make sure that authorized personnel have read and
understood the instruction manual and all other
applicable documents.

2 | Safety INFICON
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2.2 Duties of the operator
• Read, observe, and follow the information in this
manual and in the work instructions provided by the
owner. This concerns in particular the safety and
warning instructions.
• Always observe the complete operating instructions
for all work.

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2.3 Intended use
The calibration leak is used to calibrate the battery leak
detector. This usually takes place once a day.
The transport lock (sight glass) is removed for initial
useDescription [}15]. After that, the functional duration
is about 12 months.
The transport lock is no longer used afterwards. It
prevents the leak rate from being significantly reduced
until the first use.
The calibration leak, opening downwards, is placed in the
test chamber of the battery leak detector and evacuated.
The escaping solvent in gaseous form is detected.
It can be used in roofed and closed rooms.
12 months after manufacture, the calibration leak may no
longer be used and must be disposed of properly.
Refilling is not possible.
Storage is in a well-ventilated place. A closed container is
not suitable.
Incorrect usage Avoid the following unintended uses:
• Use the calibration leak to calibrate other devices
with an internal ignition source.
• Abuse for purposes of intoxication

3 | Scope of delivery, transport, storage INFICON
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3 Scope of delivery,
transport, storage
Scope of delivery Item Quantity
Calibration leak 1
Calibrated Leak
Certificate
1
Safety data sheet 1
Transport
WARNING
Risk of explosion due to leaked solvent
A sight glass was attached to the diaphragm opening for
transport. If a liquid is visible in the sight glass, there is a
danger of explosion due to escaping solvent.
► Only remove the sight glass for commissioning the
calibrated leak if no liquid is visible in the sight glass.

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1 There is no liquid in the
sight glass
2 There is liquid in the
sight glass
For transport the calibrated leak is in a foil package. This
foil package contains a fleece which can absorb liquids in
case of a leak.

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Storage
WARNING
Danger when exceeding the expiration date
The calibrated leak may become leaky at the end of its
service life because the bonds are attacked by the
solvent. Solvents may leak and there is a risk of fire and
explosion.
► Only use the calibrated leak until the expiration date
printed on it.
► Remove the transport lock and store the calibrated
leak for at least 24 hours before use.
► Store the calibrated leak in a well-ventilated place so
that the print on the top is always legible.

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4 Description
WARNING
Explosion hazard due to misuse
If the calibrated leak is used to calibrate devices with
internal ignition sources (e.g. valves, electric motors,
Pirani vacuum gauges etc.), the ignition source may
cause an explosion.
► Operate the calibrated leak only in the INFICON
battery leak detector ELT3000.
WARNING
Risk of explosion due to escaping solvent
Solvents can escape through a damaged membrane and
lead to an explosive concentration in the air.
► No smoking.
► Keep ignition sources away from the calibrated leak.
► Properly dispose of the calibrated leak if liquid
escapes.

4 | Description INFICON
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WARNING
Risk of injury from flammable solvents
The solvent in the calibration leak is highly flammable.
Overheating can damage the membrane, solvent can
leak and ignite from an ignition source.
► Observe the manufacturer's safety data sheets and
follow the applicable work instructions.
► Avoid heating the calibration leak to high
temperatures.
CAUTION
Risk of injury through inhalation of solvent vapors
Inhalation of solvent vapors from the calibrated leak may
cause nausea and intoxication.
► Avoid inhaling these solvent vapors.

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1
4
5
2 3
Position Name
1 Calibrated leak (top view)
2 Sticker at calibrated leak
3 Calibrated leak (bottom view)
4 Transport lock (sight glass), wrench size 18
mm
5 Filling port
Table1: Description of calibrated leak

4 | Description INFICON
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4.1 Markings on the calibrated leak
1 2 3
Item Name
1 Shelf life notice
2 Danger notice
3 Nameplate
Table2: Calibrated leak markings

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4.2 Function
The solvent DMC in the calibrated leak constantly
escapes in gaseous form via a membrane.
The membrane is protected by a grid. The calibrated leak
is used to calibrate the ELT3000 battery leak detector.
The outer opening is for filling by the manufacturer and is
closed with a plug.
The inner opening contains a membrane; the opening is
closed during transport with a transport lock, see
Description [}15].
Please note that it requires several measurement cycles
when checking the instrument before the actual leak rate
can be determined.
Refilling is not possible.

4 | Description INFICON
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4.3 Technical specifications
4.3.1 Mechanical data
Material Aluminum
Dimensions (Ø x H) 150 mm x 25 mm
Weight (filled) < 900 g
4.3.2 Ambient conditions
Temperature range (°C) 10 °C to 40 °C
Relative humidity (%) 80% at 30 °C, linear
decrease to 50% at 40 °C
Height above sea level (m) 2000 m
Permissible storage
temperature
0 °C to 30 °C