Inficon 12329 Quick guide

Translation of the original operating instructions
Test leak for sniffer leak detection
with Checkport
lini10en1-01-(2004)
lini10en1-01-(2004)
Catalog No.
12329
From software version
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INFICON GmbH
Bonner Strasse 498
50968 Cologne, Germany

INFICON Table of contents
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Table of contents
1 About this manual...............................................................................................4
1.1 General information ....................................................................................4
1.2 Intended use ...............................................................................................4
1.3 Basic safety instructions .............................................................................4
1.4 Warnings.....................................................................................................6
2 Description..........................................................................................................7
2.1 Calibrated test leak with Checkport ............................................................7
2.2 Technical specifications..............................................................................9
3 Calibrate ...........................................................................................................10
4 Cleaning and maintenance...............................................................................11
4.1 Cleaning the housing ................................................................................11
4.2 Maintenance .............................................................................................11
4.3 Sending for repair or maintenance ...........................................................11
5 Disposal............................................................................................................13

1 | About this manual INFICON
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1 About this manual
1.1 General information
The calibration leak must only be operated in the proper
condition and in the condition described in the instruction
manual, and used by trained personnel.
Follow the local regulations for the use of the calibration
leak.
Follow the instructions in this document as well as the
operating instructions of the leak detector.
1.2 Intended use
The test leak, designed as a tabletop device, is used to
calibrate and check sniffer leak detectors, taking into
account the safety regulations. The test leak must be
adjusted to a room temperature of 20 °C at the place of
use 24 hours before use.
1.3 Basic safety instructions
• Observe the relevant protective measures when
handling the calibration gas used, see also safety
data sheets.

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• The test leak is pressurized. Protect it from solar
heat, temperatures above 40 °C, and damage.
• Calibration gas: Avoid eye-contact and inhalation in
high concentrations.
• Share the security information with other users.
INFICON does not assume any responsibility and
warranty if the operator or third parties
• disregard this document
• use the product for purposes other than those for
which it was intended
• carry out interventions of any kind on the product
(conversions, modifications, etc.).
• Important instructions concerning technical safety
and industrial safety are highlighted by the following
markings.

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1.4 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

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2 Description
2.1 Calibrated test leak with
Checkport
The calibrated test leak is installed in a rectangular
housing.
It has two outlets for calibration gas. The lower outlet is
for calibration, the lower gas flow from the upper outlet
should be detected by your INFICON leak detector at
highest sensitivity.

2 | Description INFICON
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4
5
Fig.1: Test leak with test measuring point
1 Checkport (test
measuring point
detection limit)
2 Manometer
3 Date of calibration 4 Leak rate of the
calibrated test leak.
5 Calibration (outlet of
the calibration gas)

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2.2 Technical specifications
Note that the pressure in the test leaks changes
depending on the temperature.
Smallest deviation from calibration ± 10 %
Cat. No. / Pressure range
123 29 approx. 3 bar
Temperature range +15°C to +35°C
Storage temperature 0°C to +40°C
Weight approx. 3.5 kg
WARNING
Highly flammable gases
► Keep gases that are marked with a flame symbol in the
following table away from ignition sources.
Refrigerant
Gas type Cat. no. Leak rate g/a Leak rate oz/y
R 600 a 123 29 0.5 - 0.8
2.0 - 5.0
0.018 - 0.028
0.07 - 0.176

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3 Calibrate
The calibrated test leak constantly emits gas during its
operational readiness.
WARNING
Explosive gas mixtures
Flammable gases can form explosive gas mixtures, see
the gases marked with the flame symbol under
“Technical specifications“.
► Care for sufficient ventilation and keep away from
ignition source.
► Please also observe the instructions in the safety data
sheet.
üAmbient temperature + 15°C to + 40°C
üDisplayed pressure range 3 bar
1
Follow the instructions for calibration with an
external test leak as described in the operating
manual of the respective leak detector.
2
Hold the sniffer tip against the exit opening of the
test leak until the measurement result is stable.

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4 Cleaning and maintenance
4.1 Cleaning the housing
For cleaning the outside of the test leak, a slightly humid
cloth should normally do. Do not use under any
circumstances any aggressive or scouring cleaning
agents.
4.2 Maintenance
The calibrated test leak requires no maintenance. When
the calibration gas is used up, the test leak has to be
refilled and calibrated.
Contact your nearest INFICON service point.
4.3 Sending for repair or
maintenance
Do not open defective products.
Contact your nearest INFICON service point.

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CAUTION
Calibration gas
Test leaks sent for repair may still contain calibration gas.
► Take account of the national regulations for shipping
the respective calibration gas.

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5 Disposal
WARNING
Environmentally hazardous substances
Products, equipment, etc. may have to be disposed of
specially.
► Contact your nearest INFICON service center for
correct disposal.