Pfeiffer Vacuum ASM 310 User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EN
Translation of the Original
ASM 310
Leak detector

Disclaimer of liability
These operating instructions describe all models and variants of your product. Note that your
product may not be equipped with all features described in this document. Pfeiffer Vacuum
constantly adapts its products to the latest state of the art without prior notice. Please take
into account that online operating instructions can deviate from the printed operating
instructions supplied with your product.
Furthermore, Pfeiffer Vacuum assumes no responsibility or liability for damage resulting from
the use of the product that contradicts its proper use or is explicitly defined as foreseeable
misuse.
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document are protected by copyright. They may not be copied, altered, reproduced or
published without the prior written permission of Pfeiffer Vacuum.
We reserve the right to make changes to the technical data and information in this document.
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Table of contents
1 About this manual 7
1.1 Validity 7
1.1.1 Products concerned 7
1.1.2 Applicable documents 7
1.2 Target group 7
1.3 Conventions 7
1.3.1 Pictographs 7
1.3.2 Instructions in the text 8
1.3.3 Labels 8
1.3.4 Abbreviations 9
2 Safety 10
2.1 General safety information 10
2.1.1 Safety instructions 10
2.1.2 Precautions 11
2.2 Intended use 12
2.3 Foreseeable misuse 12
3 Transportation and Storage 13
3.1 Product receipt 13
3.2 Unpacking/Packing 13
3.3 Handling 15
3.4 Transport 16
3.5 Storage 17
4 Product description 18
4.1 Product identification 18
4.1.1 Scope of delivery 18
4.2 Connection interface 18
4.3 Control panel description 19
5 Installation 20
5.1 Detector installation 20
5.2 Purge and inlet vent connection 21
5.2.1 Standard equipment 21
5.2.2 Connection of a neutral gas line (purge) 21
5.3 Connecting the exhaust 22
5.4 Electrical connection 22
5.5 Connecting the part/installation to be tested 22
6 Commissioning 24
6.1 Detector start-up 24
6.2 Detector powering off 24
7 Operation 25
7.1 Use conditions 25
7.2 Prerequisites for optimizing use 25
7.3 Operation monitoring 25
7.4 Test Start/Stop 26
7.5 Calibration 27
7.5.1 Calibration type 27
7.5.2 Calibration in hard vacuum test mode with internal calibrated leak 28
7.5.3 Calibration in hard vacuum test mode with external calibrated leak 29
7.5.4 Calibration in sniffer test with external calibrated leak 30
7.5.5 Calibration in sniffer test on concentration 30
7.6 Zero Function 31
7.7 Touchscreen 31
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7.7.1 Navigation 32
7.7.2 Main screen (Home) 33
7.7.3 Graph screen 34
7.7.4 Graph screen: graph parameters 37
7.7.5 Graph screen: recording 38
7.7.6 Graph screen: graph history 38
7.7.7 Graph screen: save and delete 38
7.7.8 Graph screen: display 39
7.7.9 Details of a measurement 41
7.7.10Zoom function 41
7.7.11Function key bar 42
8 Settings menu 46
8.1 Measurement menu 47
8.1.1 Tracer gas 47
8.1.2 Set points 47
8.1.3 Correction factor 49
8.1.4 Calibrated leak settings 51
8.1.5 Target value 52
8.2 Test menu 53
8.2.1 Test method 53
8.2.2 Test mode 53
8.2.3 Type of probe 54
8.2.4 Cycle end 54
8.2.5 Inlet vent 55
8.2.6 Memo Function 56
8.2.7 Zero activation 56
8.2.8 Regeneration 57
8.2.9 Massive Mode 58
8.2.10Calibration check 58
8.2.11Calibration function 59
8.2.12Start-up time delay 59
8.3 Configuration menu 60
8.3.1 Unit - Date - Time - Language 60
8.3.2 Sound volume 61
8.3.3 Function keys 62
8.3.4 Screen settings 62
8.3.5 Access - Password 63
8.4 Maintenance menu 65
8.4.1 History 65
8.4.2 Information 67
8.4.3 Last maintenance operations 70
8.4.4 Counters before next maintenance 70
8.4.5 Maintenance turbo pump and cell 70
8.4.6 Burn-in 71
8.4.7 Internal Pirani gauge calibration 71
8.4.8 Saving/Loading of the detector parameters 72
8.5 File Manager menu 72
8.6 Advanced menu 74
8.6.1 Input/Output 74
8.6.2 Service 75
9 Maintenance/Replacement 76
10 Accessories 77
11 Technical data and dimensions 78
11.1 General 78
11.2 Technical characteristics 78
11.3 Units of pressure 79
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11.4 Gas throughputs 79
11.5 Dimensions 79
12 Appendix 80
12.1 Tree diagram of the Settings menu 80
12.2 15-pin Input/Output communication interface 90
12.2.1Cable characteristics 90
12.2.2Interface 91
12.2.3Save 91
12.2.4Setting 91
12.2.5Formulas 92
12.3 RS-232 Serial link 93
12.3.1Cable characteristics 94
12.3.2Interface 94
12.3.3Setting 94
Declaration of Conformity 96
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List of tables
Tbl. 1: Units of pressure and their conversion 79
Tbl. 2: Gas throughputs and their conversion 79
Tbl. 3: Default settings: ‘Measurement’ menu 81
Tbl. 4: Default settings: ‘Test’ menu 83
Tbl. 5: Default settings: ‘Configuration’ menu 86
Tbl. 6: Default settings: ‘Maintenance’ menu 88
Tbl. 7: Default settings: ‘File Manager’ menu. 89
Tbl. 8: Default settings: ‘Advanced’ menu 89
Tbl. 9: Initial settings: Function key - [SWITCH SETPOINT] 89
Tbl. 10: Initial settings: Graph screen - Graph parameters 90
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1 About this manual
IMPORTANT
Read carefully before use.
Keep the manual for future consultation.
1.1 Validity
This operating instructions is a customer document of Pfeiffer Vacuum. The operating instructions de-
scribe the functions of the named product and provide the most important information for the safe use of
the device. The description is written in accordance with the valid directives. The information in this op-
erating instructions refers to the product's current development status. The document shall remain valid
provided that the customer does not make any changes to the product.
1.1.1 Products concerned
This document applies to products with the following part numbers:
Part Number Description
BSAA0200MM9A ASM 310
1.1.2 Applicable documents
Document Part Number
Maintenance instructions - ASM 310 128864M 1)
Operating instructions - Communication interface for leak detectors 130417 1)
Operating instructions - Standard sniffer probe 121780 1)
Operating instructions - Spray gun 121781 1)
Operating instructions - RC 10 remote control 124628 1)
EC Declaration of conformity Included with these instructions
1) also available at www.pfeiffer-vacuum.com
1.2 Target group
This user manual is intended for all persons in charge of transport, installation, commissioning/decom-
missioning, use, maintenance or storage of the product.
The work described in this document must only be carried out by persons with suitable technical training
(specialized staff) or persons who have undergone Pfeiffer Vacuum training.
1.3 Conventions
1.3.1 Pictographs
Pictographs used in the document indicate useful information.
Note
Tip
Check a key point on the graphic.
Apply the stated tightening torque.
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1 2 3
12
Respect the chronological order of operations and/or assembly/disassembly direction.
Correct, right choice.
Incorrect, wrong choice.
1.3.2 Instructions in the text
Usage instructions in the document follow a general structure that is complete in itself. The required ac-
tion is indicated by an individual step or multi-part action steps.
Individual action step
A horizontal, solid triangle indicates the only step in an action.
►This is an individual action step.
Sequence of multi-part action steps
The numerical list indicates an action with multiple necessary steps.
1. Step 1
2. Step 2
3. ...
1.3.3 Labels
I/O Main switch/Circuit breaker
INPUTS/OUTPUTS Inputs/Outputs communication interface connector
SERIAL 9-pin D-Sub RS-232 serial link connector
1 This label indicates that the product has been certified compliant with quality con-
trol upon leaving the factory.
2 This label indicates that some of the internal parts are electrically live and could
cause electrical shock in case of contact.
● Do not use the product if the main power supply cable is not earthed.
● Disconnect the main power supply cable from the product before servicing
the product.
3 This label indicates that the product must be handled using the devices identified
by this label.
● Comply with the rules for moving the equipment, taking weight and dimen-
sions into account.
4 This label indicates that the product is subject to regulations for the treatment of
electrical and electronic equipment waste (refer to the EC declaration of conform-
ity for the product).
5
1 2
5 6
7
3 4
98 avenue de Brogny F-74000 ANNECY
Kg
P/N :
S/N :
V Hz W
8
Made in France
Product rating plate.
1 Weight 5 Part Number
2 Use voltage 6 Description
3 Use frequency 7 Serial number
4 Maximum power consumption 8 Date of manufacture
6 This label indicates that some of the internal parts are electrically live and could
cause electrical shock in case of contact.
● Disconnect the main power supply cable from the product before removing
the cover.
-
FR AEOF 00165062 - assurance qualité / quality control
This label guarantees to the user that the product packaging has not been
opened since leaving the factory.
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PRODUIT PERSONNALISE
CUSTOMIZED PRODUCT
This label indicates that the product has been customized at the customer’s re-
quest.
- This label indicates the grounding point on the product.
-
Pu_GL : 1 Pu_N : 1
Mu_GL : 12856 Mu_N : 31
Mu_Cal : 1 Mu_LDS : 1800
For service centers use only
(Example)
-
Factory Firmware /Logiciel usine
L0232 V3302 E17D
L0264 V3200 FD87E7D
L0285 V3200 8C9D
DD-MM-YY
12 3
4
This label provides information regarding firmware installed in the product.
(Example)
1 Firmware name 3 Firmware checksum
2 Firmware version 4 Publication date
1 2
5 6
7
3 4
98avenuedeBrognyF-74000ANNECY
Kg
P/N:
S/N:
V Hz W
8
MadeinFrance
1 2 3
5
6 4
1.3.4 Abbreviations
I/O Input/Output
4He Helium 4
H2Hydrogen
[XXXXXX] Control panel menus and settings
Example: [Measurement] [Tracer gas] to select the tracer gas used for the test.
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2 Safety
2.1 General safety information
The following 4 risk levels and 1 information level are taken into account in this document.
DANGER
Immediately pending danger
Indicates an immediately pending danger that will result in death or serious injury if not observed.
►Instructions to avoid the danger situation
WARNING
Potential pending danger
Indicates a pending danger that could result in death or serious injury if not observed.
►Instructions to avoid the danger situation
CAUTION
Potential pending danger
Indicates a pending danger that could result in minor injuries if not observed.
►Instructions to avoid the danger situation
NOTICE
Danger of damage to property
Is used to highlight actions that are not associated with personal injury.
►Instructions to avoid damage to property
Notes, tips or examples indicate important information about the product or about this docu-
ment.
2.1.1 Safety instructions
All safety instructions in this document are based on the results of the risk assessment carried out in
accordance with Low-Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU regarding electrical safety. Where applicable, all life
cycle phases of the product were taken into account.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock due to non-compliant electrical installations
This product uses mains voltage for its electrical supply. Non-compliant electrical installations or in-
stallations not done to professional standards may endanger the user’s life.
►Only qualified technicians trained in the relevant electrical safety and EMC regulations are au-
thorized to work on the electrical installation.
►This product must not be modified or converted arbitrarily.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock in case of contact with products that are not electrically isolated
When powering off _mains switch to O_, certain components located between the mains connection
and the circuit breaker will still contain an electric charge (live). There is a risk of electric shock in
case of contact.
►Make sure that the mains connection is always visible and accessible so that it can be unplugged
at any time.
►Disconnect the mains cable from the electrical network before working on the product.
►Wait 5 minutes after power-off before working on the product and/or removing the cover(s).
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WARNING
Risk of serious injury due to falling objects
When transporting parts/components and during product maintenance, there is a danger of injury
caused by loads slipping or falling.
►Carry small and medium-size components with both hands.
►Transport components that weigh more than 20 kg using suitable lifting gear.
►Wear safety shoes with steel toes in accordance with directive EN 347.
WARNING
Health risk related to residual traces on the parts tested
A leak detection operation must be carried out under environmental conditions that do not present
any risks to the operator and the equipment. The user and/or integrator of the product are fully re-
sponsible for the operational safety conditions of the equipment.
►Do not test parts or equipment with traces of harsh, chemical, corrosive, inflammable, reactive,
toxic, or explosive substances, nor condensable vapors, even in small amounts.
►Apply the relevant safety instructions in accordance with local regulations.
WARNING
Risk of injury from contact with pressurized neutral gas
The product uses a pressurized inert gas (e.g. nitrogen) as the purge gas. Installations that do not
comply with or are not configured according to professional standards can endanger the user's life.
►Install a manual valve on the circuit at a distance of 3 m from the product, so that the neutral gas
supply can be locked out.
►Observe the recommended supply pressure.
►Always lock out and disconnect the neutral gas circuit before working on the product.
►Regularly check the condition of the pipework and supply circuit connections.
CAUTION
Risk of crushing related to product tilting
Although the product fully complies with EU safety regulations, there is a risk of tilting when the prod-
uct is not correctly installed or used.
►Place the product on a flat, hard floor.
►Keep the product on its 4 feet.
2.1.2 Precautions
Duty to provide information on potential dangers
The product holder or user is obliged to make all operating personnel aware of dangers
posed by this product.
Every person who is involved in the installation, operation or maintenance of the product
must read, understand and adhere to the safety-related parts of this document.
Obligation to provide personal protective equipment
The operators or employers are obliged to provide the user of the product with the neces-
sary personal protective equipment (PPE).
Persons responsible for installing, operating and repairing the product must wear PPE for
safety.
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Infringement of conformity due to modifications to the product
The Declaration of Conformity from the manufacturer is no longer valid if the operator
changes the original product or installs additional equipment.
●Following the installation into a system, the operator is required to check and re-evalu-
ate the conformity of the overall system in the context of the relevant European Direc-
tives, before commissioning that system.
Installation and use of the accessories
The products can be fitted with special accessories.
The installation, use and refurbishment of the connected accessories are described in de-
tail in the respective operating instructions.
●Only use original accessories.
●Accessory part numbers (see chapter “Accessories”).
Only qualified personnel trained in safety regulations (EMC, electrical safety, chemical pollution) are au-
thorized to carry out the installation and maintenance described in this manual. Our service centers can
provide the necessary training.
►Do not remove the blanked-off flange from the inlet port while the product is not in use.
►Do not expose any part of the human body to the vacuum.
►Follow the safety and accident prevention requirements.
►Regularly check compliance with all precautionary measurements.
►Do not turn on the product if the cover is not in place.
►Do not move the product while it is in use (product powered on).
2.2 Intended use
The leak detector is designed to detect and/or quantify a possible installation or component leak by
searching for the presence of a tracer gas in the pumped gases.
Only the tracer gases identified in this manual may be used.
The product may be used in an industrial environment.
2.3 Foreseeable misuse
Misuse of the product will render the warranty and any claims void. Any use, whether intended or not,
that diverges from the uses already mentioned will be treated as non-compliant; this includes but is not
limited to:
●use of a tracer gas with a hydrogen concentration greater than 5%,
●testing parts that are soiled or that have traces of water, vapors, paint, adhesive, detergent or rins-
ing products,
●pumping of liquids,
●pumping of dust or solids,
●pumping of corrosive, explosive, aggressive or flammable fluids,
●pumping of reactive, chemical or toxic fluids,
●pumping of condensable vapors,
●operation in potentially explosive areas,
●product movement during its operation,
●use of accessories or spare parts, which are not named in this manual,
●use of accessories or spare parts, which are not sold by the manufacturer.
The product is not designed to carry people or loads and is not for use as a seat, stepladder or any
other similar purpose.
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3 Transportation and Storage
3.1 Product receipt
Condition of the delivery
●Check that the product has not been damaged during transport.
●If the product is damaged, take the necessary measures with the carrier and notify the
manufacturer.
►Keep the product in its original packaging so it stays as clean as it was when dispatched by us:
only unpack the product once it has arrived at the location where it will be used.
►Keep the blank-off flange on the inlet port (inlet) when the product is not in use.
Keep the packaging (recyclable materials) in case the product needs to be transported or
stored.
3.2 Unpacking/Packing
CAUTION
Risk of crushing related to product tilting
Although the product fully complies with EU safety regulations, there is a risk of tilting when the prod-
uct is not correctly installed or used.
►Place the product on a flat, hard floor.
►Keep the product on its 4 feet.
Unpacking
►Use a lifting device suitable for the product's weight to lift the product.
►Use a 3-strand strap with the following characteristics:
–Length for each strand: > 500 mm
–Load per strand: > 100 kg
1
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3
3
4
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Packaging
When sending the detector to a service center, keep the accessories delivered with the detector. Do not
return them with the product.
►Proceed in reverse order of unpacking.
3.3 Handling
WARNING
Risk of crushing during product handling
Given the weight of the product, there is a risk of crushing during handling operations. Under no cir-
cumstances shall the manufacturer be liable if the following instructions are not followed:
►Only qualified staff trained in handling heavy objects are authorized to handle the product.
►The lifting devices provided must be used for the product and the procedures set out in this
document must be followed.
WARNING
Risk of serious injury due to falling objects
When transporting parts/components and during product maintenance, there is a danger of injury
caused by loads slipping or falling.
►Carry small and medium-size components with both hands.
►Transport components that weigh more than 20 kg using suitable lifting gear.
►Wear safety shoes with steel toes in accordance with directive EN 347.
NOTICE
Damage to the equipment if a detector is handled while switched on
When switched off (main switch/circuit breaker at O), some components remain temporarily switched
on. There is a risk of electric shock in case of contact.
If it is necessary to move or work on the product, the user must first make sure that the detector is
fully shut down. There is a risk of damage to some of the detector’s components.
►Make sure that the mains connection is always visible and accessible so that it can be unplugged
at any time.
►Unplug the power cable.
►Wait 5 minutes after power-off before working on the product.
A cart has been specially designed to handle the leak detector (see chapters “Accessories” and “Trans-
port”).
1
1 Handle
►To move the product, 2 people should grasp it by the handle, or a lifting device should be used
(see chapter "Unpacking/Packing").
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3.4 Transport
WARNING
Risk of crushing related to product tilting
Although the product fully complies with the EEC safety regulations, there is a risk of tilting when it is
moved over the floor or is not properly secured or used.
►Do not place the product on a plane with an incline greater than 3° (or 6%): its weight could
cause the operator to be dragged.
►Place the product on a flat, hard floor.
►Use the wheels to move the product.
►Do not push the product sideways.
►Do not press on the sides of the product.
►Do not leave anything pressing against the product.
NOTICE
Damage to the equipment if a detector is handled while switched on
If it is necessary to move or work on the product, the user must first make sure that the detector is
fully shut down, otherwise there is a risk of damage to some of the detector components. When the
main switch/circuit breaker is set to O:
►Unplug the power cable.
►Wait for the control panel screen to turn off completely before working on the product and/or re-
moving the cover(s).
►Wait 5 minutes after power-off before working on the product.
Transport case
We recommend that you use the transport case that was specially designed for the ASM 310 (see “Ac-
cessories” chapter).
450
620
800
2
1
4
3
Accessories can be stored in the foam of the case.
Transport cart
The transport cart makes it easier to move the detector (see “Accessories” chapter).
Maximum permitted weight on the transport cart: 26 kg
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1 Fixing screws delivered with the cart
►You must attach the cart to the leak detector.
3.5 Storage
Pfeiffer Vacuum recommends storing the products in their original transport packaging.
New product storage
►Leave the product in its packaging.
►Leave the blanked-off flange in place on each port.
►Store the module in a clean and dry environment according to the permitted temperature condi-
tions (see chapter “Technical data”).
►Beyond 3 months, factors such as temperature, humidity, salt in the air, etc. could damage some
components (elastomers, lubricants, etc.). If this happens, contact your service center.
Extended storage
With this procedure, the detector remains under vacuum, reducing the degassing time spent when it is
switched on again.
1. Install the blank-off flange on the inlet port.
2. In the ‘Test’ menu, check:
●that the ‘hard vacuum’ test method is selected,
●that the most sensitive test mode is selected,
●that the inlet vent valve is set to ’Operator’.
3. Start the test by pressing the START/STOP button.
–Wait until the leak detector reaches the most sensitive test mode.
4. Make sure that the inlet vent is disable.
5. Stop the detector (set main switch/circuit breaker to O).
6. Wait for the control panel turn off.
7. Unplug the main power supply cable.
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4 Product description
4.1 Product identification
To correctly identify the product when communicating with our service center, always have the informa-
tion from the product rating plate available (see chapter "Labels").
4.1.1 Scope of delivery
●1 leak detector
●1 set of documentation (USB stick, operating instructions, simplified memos for the detector and
the RS-232 serial link)
●1 main power supply cable for Europe (France/Germany) and/or 1 power cable for US
●1 calibration certificate for the internal calibrated leak
●1 quality control certificate for the product
●1 Quality Control label
●1 maintenance kit
●1 15-pin male D-Sub connector cover
●1 15-pin D-Sub connector
4.2 Connection interface
5
6 - 7
8
9
10
1112
1
2
4
3
1 Detector inlet port (inlet) 7 Inlet vent connector (do not obstruct) (VENT/N2
PURGE) 1)
2 Connector for USB stick (at the user’s
expense)
8 Exhaust for primary pump with filter (EXHAUST)
3 Control panel 9 Power supply
4RC 10 remote control connector 1) 10 Main switch/Circuit breaker (I/O)
5 Standard sniffer probe connector
(SNIFFER) 1)
11 RS-232 9-pin D-Sub communication interface con-
nector (INPUTS/OUTPUTS) 1)
6 Purge inlet connector (neutral gas)
(VENT/N2 PURGE) 1)
12 15-pin D-Sub I/O communication interface connec-
tor (INPUTS/OUTPUTS) 1)
1) Accessory (at the customer's expense)
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4.3 Control panel description
5
2
4 3 7
1
6
1 Touchscreen 5 ZERO button
Autozero.
2 Main screen access button 6 Detector connection cable
connector
3START/STOP button
Test Start/Stop
7 Fixing magnet (x4)
4CAL button
Internal calibration, external calibration or calibration check is
launched depending on the setting (see chapter “Calibration
type”).
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5 Installation
5.1 Detector installation
WARNING
Risk of serious injury due to falling objects
When transporting parts/components and during product maintenance, there is a danger of injury
caused by loads slipping or falling.
►Carry small and medium-size components with both hands.
►Transport components that weigh more than 20 kg using suitable lifting gear.
►Wear safety shoes with steel toes in accordance with directive EN 347.
CAUTION
Risk of crushing related to product tilting
Although the product fully complies with EU safety regulations, there is a risk of tilting when the prod-
uct is not correctly installed or used.
►Place the product on a flat, hard floor.
►Keep the product on its 4 feet.
NOTICE
Leak detector ventilation
In cases of poor ventilation, there is a risk of deterioration of the detector’s internal components by
heating.
►Comply with the ambient operating temperature.
►Do not obstruct the ventilation grids.
►Ventilation grids should be cleaned regularly.
►Leave a free space of at least 10 cm all around the leak detector.
►Store nothing under the detector.
The inlet pressure must be no higher than atmospheric pressure. Pressure that is too high can damage
the detector.
The detector's performance depends on the type of accessories used and on the quality of the mechan-
ical connections.
►Comply with these recommendations to optimize measurement (see chapter “Pre-requisites for
optimizing use”).
►Choose the location for set up according to the dimensions of the detector (see chapter “Dimen-
sions”).
►Handle the detector using the handling device (see chapter “Handling”).
►The leak detector must be installed on a horizontal flat surface.
►Make sure that the test area is not polluted by the tracer gas (ventilated room).
►Test that the entire line is completely sealed when the detector is attached to the pumping circuit,
to ensure that the connections are correct (pump, pipes, valves, etc.).
►When assembling the vacuum circuit, use accessories to shut off the product and make mainte-
nance easier (inlet shut off valves, purge systems, etc.).
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