Inficon HLD6000 User manual

kina43e1-a, 1408
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HLD6000
Leak detector
Order no.:
510-025, 510-027,
510-028
from software version:
1.11

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No part of this manual may be reprinted, translated or duplicated without the expressed
written consent of INFICON GmbH.

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Table of Contents
1 About these instructions ............................................................................................................................................ 7
1.1 Target groups ................................................................................................................................................................. 7
1.2 Other applicable documents .................................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Displaying information ............................................................................................................................................... 7
1.3.1 Warnings .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety ................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
2.1 Intended use ................................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Owner requirements .................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.3 Operator requirements .............................................................................................................................................10
2.4 Dangers ..........................................................................................................................................................................10
3 Shipment, Transport, Storage ................................................................................................................................11
4 Description ....................................................................................................................................................................13
4.1 Function .........................................................................................................................................................................13
4.2 Basic unit ........................................................................................................................................................................14
4.3 Sniffer line ......................................................................................................................................................................16
4.4 Technical data ...............................................................................................................................................................17
5 Installation .....................................................................................................................................................................23
5.1 Setup ...............................................................................................................................................................................23
5.2 Sniffer line .....................................................................................................................................................................23
5.2.1 Connecting the sniffer line ......................................................................................................................................23
5.2.2 Exchanging the sniffer line ......................................................................................................................................23
5.3 Sniffer tip ........................................................................................................................................................................24
5.3.1 Replacing the sniffer tip ............................................................................................................................................24
5.3.2 Using the water conservation sniffer tip ............................................................................................................25
5.3.3 Use flexible sniffer tips ..............................................................................................................................................25
5.3.4 Using an extension hose for a sniffer tip ............................................................................................................26
5.4 Insert or replace a COOL-Check calibration leak .............................................................................................26
5.5 Connecting to the power supply system ...........................................................................................................27
5.6 Using a USB stick .........................................................................................................................................................27
5.7 Connecting a PC ..........................................................................................................................................................27
6 Operation .......................................................................................................................................................................29
6.1 Switching on the device ...........................................................................................................................................29
6.2 Operating the device .................................................................................................................................................30
6.2.1 Structure of the touch screen .................................................................................................................................30
6.2.2 Measurement display elements .............................................................................................................................32
6.2.3 Display on the sniffer line .........................................................................................................................................33
6.3 Basic settings ...............................................................................................................................................................34
6.3.1 Setting the language .................................................................................................................................................34
6.3.2 Setting date and time ................................................................................................................................................34
6.3.3 Adjust volume ..............................................................................................................................................................34
6.3.4 Setting auto standby .................................................................................................................................................35
6.3.5 Setting the display ......................................................................................................................................................35

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6.3.6 Set time interval for calibration request ............................................................................................................. 36
6.3.7 Switching the request for replacing filters on or off ...................................................................................... 36
6.3.8 I/O module .................................................................................................................................................................... 36
6.3.8.1 Create a connection between the device and the I/O module ................................................................. 36
6.3.8.2 Configuring analog outputs ................................................................................................................................... 37
6.3.8.3 Setting the upper scale value for 10 V of the analog output ...................................................................... 37
6.3.8.4 Setting up the I/O module protocol .................................................................................................................... 37
6.3.8.5 Configuring PLC outputs ......................................................................................................................................... 37
6.3.8.6 Configuring PLC inputs ............................................................................................................................................ 38
6.3.8.7 Setting the interface unit ......................................................................................................................................... 38
6.3.9 Set up scope of error messages ............................................................................................................................ 38
6.3.10 Access to the settings ............................................................................................................................................... 39
6.3.10.1 Protecting settings via PIN assign ........................................................................................................................ 39
6.3.10.2 Switching between "supervisor" and "operator" modes ............................................................................. 39
6.3.10.3 Changing parameter access levels ....................................................................................................................... 40
6.3.11 Save parameters ......................................................................................................................................................... 40
6.3.12 Load parameters ......................................................................................................................................................... 40
6.4 Settings for the measurements ............................................................................................................................ 41
6.4.1 Setting setpoints ......................................................................................................................................................... 41
6.4.2 Setting up the sniffer probe ................................................................................................................................... 41
6.4.3 Setting up an alarm profile for setpoints ........................................................................................................... 41
6.4.4 Setting up the gas for the SMART sniffer line ................................................................................................... 42
6.4.5 Verifying R290 with the sniffer line for R600a/R290 ....................................................................................... 43
6.4.6 Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................................... 43
6.4.6.1 Time and type of calibration .................................................................................................................................. 43
6.4.6.2 Calibration with an internal COOL-Check .......................................................................................................... 44
6.4.6.3 Calibration with an external calibration leak ................................................................................................... 45
6.4.6.4 Checking the calibration with an internal COOL-Check ............................................................................... 45
6.4.7 Measuring .................................................................................................................................................................... 46
6.4.8 Measured data ............................................................................................................................................................. 47
6.4.8.1 Recording measured data ....................................................................................................................................... 47
6.4.8.2 Evaluating measured data ....................................................................................................................................... 48
6.4.8.3 Transferring measured data from the internal memory to a USB stick ................................................... 48
6.4.8.4 Deleting measured data .......................................................................................................................................... 49
6.5 Standby ......................................................................................................................................................................... 49
6.6 Diagnosis ...................................................................................................................................................................... 49
6.7 Calling up information about the device .......................................................................................................... 49
6.7.1 Parameter list ............................................................................................................................................................... 50
6.8 Updating the software .............................................................................................................................................. 51
6.8.1 Updating the software of the basic unit ............................................................................................................ 52
6.8.2 Updating the software of the operating unit ................................................................................................... 52
6.8.3 Updating the software of the sniffer line ........................................................................................................... 53
6.8.4 Updating the software of the I/O module ......................................................................................................... 53
6.9 Switching off the device .......................................................................................................................................... 53
7 Warning and error messages ................................................................................................................................. 55
8 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................ 61
8.1 Basic unit ........................................................................................................................................................................ 61
8.1.1 Replacing the filter plates ........................................................................................................................................ 61

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8.1.2 Cleaning the calibration opening .........................................................................................................................62
8.1.3 Replacing the fuses ....................................................................................................................................................62
8.1.4 Cleaning the device ....................................................................................................................................................62
8.2 Sniffer line ......................................................................................................................................................................63
8.2.1 Replacing the filter holder .......................................................................................................................................63
8.2.2 Changing the filter block ..........................................................................................................................................64
8.3 Sending for maintenance or repairs .....................................................................................................................64
9 Decommissioning the device .................................................................................................................................65
9.1 Disposing of the device ............................................................................................................................................65
9.2 Sending in the device ................................................................................................................................................65
10 Appendix ........................................................................................................................................................................67
10.1 Accessories and spare parts ....................................................................................................................................67
10.2 Menu trees .....................................................................................................................................................................68
10.3 CE Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................................................................70
Index ................................................................................................................................................................................73

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1 About these instructions
This document applies to the software version stated on the title page.
1.1 Target groups
These operating instructions are intended for the operator of the HLD6000 leak detector
and for technically qualified personnel with experience in leak detection technology.
1.2 Other applicable documents
Interface description, document no. kira43e1-a
1.3 Displaying information
1.3.1 Warnings
Imminent threat of danger resulting in death or severe injuries
Dangerous situation potentially resulting in death or severe injuries
Dangerous situation resulting in minor injuries
Dangerous situation resulting in damage to property or the environment

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2 Safety 9
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2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
The device is a leak detector for sniffer leak detection. Use the device to locate and quan-
tify leaks on test objects. The HLD6000 sniffs for different gases depending on which sniff-
er line is connected. The following sniffer lines are available:
SMART sniffer line for R22, R32, R134a, R404A, R407C, R410A, R1234yf and 3 additional
gases from the selectable gases that are verifiable by the device.
Sniffer line for R744 (CO2)
Sniffer line for R600a and R290.
A test object always contains gas under overpressure. Check the exterior of the test
objects for escaping gas using a sniffer line (sniffing method).
►You must install, operate and service the device only in compliance with these
operating instructions.
►Adhere to the restrictions of use (see "4.4 Technical data", page 17).
Unauthorized use ►Do not suck up liquids with the device.
►Never hold the sniffer probe into liquids but sniff only for gases.
2.2 Owner requirements
Safety conscious
operation
►Operate the device only when it is in technically perfect working order.
►Operate the device only as specified in a safety-conscious and hazard-conscious
manner and in compliance with these operating instructions.
►Comply with the following regulations and monitor their compliance:
–Intended use
–Generally applicable safety and accident prevention regulations
–International, national and local standards and guidelines
–Additional provisions and regulations that are specific to the unit
►Use only original parts or parts approved by the manufacturer.
►Keep these operating instructions available at the equipment location.
Personnel qualifications ►Allow only qualified service technicians to work with and on the device. The qualified
service technicians must have received training on the device.
►Allow personnel in training to work with and on the device only under the supervision
of trained qualified service technicians.
►Make sure that the authorized personnel have read and understood the operating
instructions and all other applicable documents, especially the information on safety,
maintenance and repairs, before starting work (see "1.2 Other applicable documents",
page 7).
►Define the responsibilities, authorizations and supervision of personnel.

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2.3 Operator requirements
►Read, observe and follow the information in these operating instructions and the
working instructions created by the owner, especially the safety instructions and
warnings.
►Carry out any work only based on the complete operating instructions.
►If you have any questions regarding operation or maintenance that you cannot find
answers to in these instructions, please contact INFICON customer service.
2.4 Dangers
The device was built according to the state of the art and the recognized safety regula-
tions. Nevertheless, improper use can result in danger to life and limb of the operator or
other persons and damage to the device and other property.
Dangers from electric
power
Considerable voltages arise inside the device. Touching parts where electrical voltage is
applied can result in death.
►Disconnect the device from the power supply prior to any installation and
maintenance work. Make sure that the electric power supply cannot be reconnected
without authorization.
Contact of the sniffer tip with live parts may result in danger to life.
►Before starting the leak test, disconnect electrically operated test objects from the
power supply. Make sure that the electric power supply cannot be reconnected
without authorization.
The device contains electric components that can be damaged from high electric voltage.
►Before connecting the device to the power supply, make sure that the supply voltage
specified on the device is the same as the local power supply.
Dangers from liquids
and chemical
substances
Liquids and chemical substances can damage the device.
►Adhere to the restrictions of use (see "4.4 Technical data", page 17).
►Do not suck up liquids with the device.
►Never try to find toxic, caustic, microbiological, explosive, radioactive or other harmful
substances with the device.
►Only clean the device using mild household detergents.
►Only use the device outside potentially explosive areas.
►No smoking. Do not subject the device to open fire and avoid sparking.
Dangers from strong
exposure to light
Eye exposure to LED light can lead to permanent eye damage.
►Do not look into the LEDs of the sniffer handle from a short distance or for longer
periods of time.

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3 Shipment, Transport, Storage
Shipment
►Check the shipment of the product for completeness after receipt.
You can also order separately:
the COOL-Check calibration leak.
Accessory list: see "10.1 Accessories and spare parts", page 67
Transport
Storage Always store the device in compliance with the technical data, see "4.4 Technical data",
page 17.
Table 1: Shipment
Item Quantity
HLD6000 (Basic unit) 1
Sniffer line with sniffer tip (100 mm) 1
Power supply cable (EU and US version) 2
Fuses 4
Filter holder for sniffer tip 5
Filter blocks for sniffer tip 4
Operating instructions 1
Interface description 1
USB stick with instructions, software 1
Damage from transport
Transport in unsuitable packaging material can damage the device.
►Store the original packaging.
►Only transport the device in the original packaging.
Losses due to overly prolonged storage
The service life of a COOL-Check is limited.
►Do not create inventories.
►Store the COOL-Check in a cool, dry place.

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4 Description 13
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4 Description
4.1 Function
The HLD6000 comprises of a basic unit and a sniffer line.
The HLD6000 can, depending on the model, verify and quantify gases sucked in by the
sniffer line with the help of an infrared gas analyzer.
The key assemblies of the HLD6000 are:
Sniffer probe with sensor assembly,
Basic unit with pump system, electric and electronic assemblies.
A source emits infrared light in an optical cell through which the sucked-in gas flows. This
light is filtered such that only light with a certain wavelength drops onto an infrared sen-
sor.
If there is a leak and gas gets into the chamber with the sucked-in air then part of the in-
frared radiation is absorbed by the gas.
This means that the intensity of the light which meets the sensor is reduced.
The change in light intensity is electronically amplified, digitalized and then optically and
acoustically displayed by the microprocessor after evaluation.
The underground concentration of the sample gas or other interfering gases are taken
into consideration and balanced out due to a reference measurement of the ambient air.

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4.2 Basic unit
The basic unit is only called a “device” in the following as long as the meaning remains
clear.
Fig. 1: Frontal view
bLED power indicator
Operating display with 3 statuses:
–green = in operation
–flashing green = unit in operation, display switched off
–red = malfunction
dUSB port
For use of a USB stick see "5.6 Using a USB stick", page 27.
aTouch screen
bLED power indicator
cSpeaker
dUSB port
eCalibration opening for internal calibration
fSniffer line connection port
a
b
c
d
e
f

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Fig. 2: Rear view
aMains plug
The mains plug is used to switch the device on and off.
bM12 socket, 8-pin
–For connection of the INFICON I/O module, available as an accessory see "6.3.8 I/O
module", page 36.
–Length of the data cable: Max. 30 m
fCover for fuse holder
For exchanging fuses see "8.1.3 Replacing the fuses", page 62.
aMains plug
bM12 socket
cVentilation slots
dCarry handle
ePower cable connection
fCover for fuse holder
a
b
c
d
e
f

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Fig. 3: View from below
4.3 Sniffer line
You need a sniffer line to operate the device. There are sniffer lines for verification of a sin-
gle gas or sniffer lines for the verification of several gases see "2.1 Intended use", page 9
and see "10.1 Accessories and spare parts", page 67. The sniffer line which is delivered as
standard is 4.8 m long.
The sniffer line is made of a black line, a sniffer probe, and a sniffer tip. The filter holder at
the end of the sniffer tip is made of plastic. This reduces the risk of scratching the surfaces
to be sniffed.
Sniffer tip There are rigid and flexible sniffer tips of different lengths, see "10.1 Accessories and spare
parts", page 67.
Sniffer probe During measurement it is possible to switch the setpoint using the button on the sniffer
probe, provided that this function is activated, see "6.4.2 Setting up the sniffer probe",
page 41.
The button on the sniffer probe is also used during calibration, see "6.4.6.2 Calibration
with an internal COOL-Check", page 44.
aRating plate with information regarding
supply voltage, serial number and
productio date.
bFilter plates
cCOOL-Check calibration leak behind the cover
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Fig. 4: Handle: Display and functions
If the setpoint is exceeded, the display switches from green to yellow, see Table 7 on
Page 33.
You can also set the illumination LEDs to flash at the lower end of the sniffer probe, see
"6.4.2 Setting up the sniffer probe", page 41.
4.4 Technical data
aKey
bStatus LED
cName of gas or sniffer line
dIllumination LED
eSniffer tip
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Table 2: Technical data
Mechanical Data
Basic unit
Dimensions (height; diameter) 365 mm; 260 mm (14.4 in.; 10.25 in)
Weight 4.1 kg (9 lb.)
Length of sniffer line 4.8 m (15.5 ft.)
Weight of sniffer probe 280 g (0.6 lb.)
Ambient conditions
Permissible ambient temperature (during operation) 5 °C up to 50 °C (40-122 °F)
Permissible storage temperature 0 °C up to 50 °C (32-122 °F)
Max. relative humidity up to 31 °C (87.8 °F) 80 %
Max. relative humidity from 31 °C to 40 °C (87.8 °F-104 °F) linearly decreasing from 80% to 50%
Max. relative humidity over 40 °C (104 °F) 50 %
Pollution degree II
(According to IEC 61010/ Part 1: “Usually, only non-con-
ducting pollution may occur. However, temporary conduc-
tivity caused by condensation is permissible at times.“)
Max. altitude above sea level 2000 m

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Electrical data
Supply voltages and frequencies 100 … 240V 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 55 VA
Protection class IP 30
Overvoltage category II
Mains fuse 2 x 1 A slow-blowing (Ø 5 × 20 mm)
Power supply cable 2.5 m (8.2 ft.)
Length of the data cable on the M12 plug Max. 30 m (98.4 ft.)
Noise level without signal tones < 54 dBA
Physical Data
Minimum detectable leak rate
R744 (CO2)1.0 g/a (0.04 oz/yr)
R600a/R290 1.0 g/a (0.04 oz/yr); for R600a/R290 see "6.4.5 Verifying
R290 with the sniffer line for R600a/R290", page 43
SMART 0.5 g/a (0.02 oz/yr); see "6.4.4 Setting up the gas for the
SMART sniffer line", page 42
Measurement range of sniffer probes
Individual gases 0 - 100 g/a (3.57 oz/yr)
SMART 0 - 300 g/a (10.7 oz/yr)
Time constant of the signal from the leakage rates < 1 s
Gas flow 
Measured at 1 atm (1013 mbar) at sea level. The flow rate
changes with the geographical height and barometric pres-
sure.

320 sccm
Time until ready for operation < 30 s
Response time < 1 s
Table 3: General factory settings
(For current device settings see "6.7.1 Parameter list", page 50)
Analog output upper limit 100 g/a
Display off after 1 h
Display brightness 100 %
Display maximum value (log.) exponent +3
Display maximum value (lin.) 20.0 g/a
Display upper limit (lin.) 300.0 g/a
Display upper limit (log.) exponent. +3
Display unit leakage rate g/a
Auto scale on
Screen tap sound Soft
Bus module address 126
Data record Off
Diagram of the leakage rate Line graph
User Gas Factor 1 0.0
User Gas Factor 2 0.0
User Gas Factor 3 0.0
Table 2: Technical data (Contin.)

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Error information operator No. and text
Error information supervisor No., text and info
Filter change request On
Gas in the SMART sniffer line R134a
I/O module protocol ASCII
Interval for auto standby 2 min.
Interval for calibration request 60 min.
Calibration factor 15.0 (Calibration factor during initial setup. The calibration
factor cannot be reset to factory settings. It can be changed
by the service team.)
Config. Analog output 1 Leakage rate linear
Config. Analog output 2 Leakage rate linear
Configuration PLC Output 1 Setpoint 1 (inverse)
Configuration PLC Output 2 Setpoint 2 (inverse)
Configuration PLC Output 3 Open
Configuration PLC Output 4 Open
Configuration PLC Output 5 Measuring
Configuration PLC Output 6 Error (inverse)
Configuration PLC Output 7 CAL request (inverse)
Configuration PLC Output 8 Open (inverse)
Configuration PLC Input 1 No function
Configuration PLC Input 2 No function
Configuration PLC Input 3 Start/Stop (inverse)
Configuration PLC Input 4 No function
Configuration PLC Input 5 CAL external
Configuration PLC Input 6 No function
Configuration PLC Input 7 Delete
Configuration PLC Input 8 No function
Configuration PLC Input 9 No function
Configuration PLC Input 10 No function
Volume 5
LR setpoint 1 5.0 g/a
LR setpoint 2 10.0 g/a
Display measured value On
Module on the M12 socket I/O
Phase 20 (Phase during initial setup. The phase cannot be reset to
factory settings. It can be changed by the service team.)
Calibration leak external 10 g/a
Interface unit leakage rate g/a
Sniffer light alarm config. Flashing
Sniffer light brightness 4
Probe key configuration Setpoint
Setpoint audio alarm Setpoint
Record interval 500 ms
Memory location USB
Table 3: General factory settings (Contin.)

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Value axis decades 3
Value axis grid Linear
Time axis scale 30 s
Table 4: Factory settings for access authorization
Parameter Access Ctrl.
Analog output upper limit Supervisor
Display off after Operator
Display brightness Operator
Display maximum value (log.) exponent Operator
Display maximum value (lin.) Operator
Display upper limit (lin.) Operator
Display upper limit (log.) exponent Operator
Display unit leakage rate Operator
Auto scale Operator
Screen tap sound Operator
Bus module address Supervisor
Data record Operator
Date Supervisor
Diagram of the leakage rate Operator
User Gas Factor Supervisor
Error information operator Supervisor
Error information supervisor Supervisor
Filter change request Supervisor
Gas in the SMART sniffer line Supervisor
I/O module protocol Supervisor
Interval for auto standby Supervisor
Interval for calibration request. Supervisor
Calibration factor Service
Config. Analog output Supervisor
Configuration PLC Output Supervisor
Configuration PLC Input Supervisor
Volume Operator
LR setpoint Supervisor
Display measured value Operator
Module on the M12 socket Supervisor
Phase Service
Calibration leak external Supervisor
Interface unit leakage rate Supervisor
Sniffer light alarm config. Supervisor
Sniffer light brightness Supervisor
Probe key configuration Supervisor
Setpoint audio alarm Supervisor
Record interval Operator
Table 3: General factory settings (Contin.)