Sonotec SONAPHONE RD User manual

SONOTEC
Spectrum Instruments Ltd
126 West Ridge Drive
Stittsville, Ontario K2S 2H1 Canada
Tel: 613 . 831 . 0007
Fax: 613 . 831 . 0008
http://www.spectrum-instruments.com
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Ultrasonic
Leak Detector and Seal Control Device
SONAPHONE RD
Operating Manual

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(01/08)
Ultraschall -
Lecksuch - und Dichtheitsprüfgerät
SONAPHONE E
Bedienungsanleitung

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Table of Contents
General safety instructions for the use of the SONAPHONE RD ...........4
Scope of delivery.....................................................................................6
Overall view of the device and the accessory .........................................7
Function description.................................................................................8
Connections, operating- and display elements of the SONAPHONE RD
and its functions.......................................................................................9
Starting up .............................................................................................10
Charging the batteries ...........................................................................12
Ultrasonic transmitter SONAPHONE T .................................................13
Charging the batteries ...........................................................................14
Application of the probes.......................................................................15
Usage of the accessories......................................................................19
Trouble shooting....................................................................................20
Maintenance..........................................................................................20
Technical data (SONAPHONE RD).......................................................23
Technical data (SONAPHONE T)..........................................................24
Warranty ................................................................................................26

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General safety instructions for the use of the
SONAPHONE RD
The SONAPHONE RD corresponds to the state of the art and the
safety-relevant rules. The manufacturer did everything to guarantee
safety working. The user must ensure that the safe use is not impaired.
The appliance is work-examined and was delivered in a safe to operate
condition.
(1) It is only allowed to use or to connect the delivered accessories with
SONAPHONE RD: the headphone, the ultrasonic probes, the telescopic
rod and the charger.
(2) It is only allowed to use the device by trained persons. Every user
who works with the device must read this user’s manual.
(3) To avoid a device defect the SONAPHONE RD has to be protected
against moisture.
(4) The device and all equipment can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
Aggressive detergents can attack the plastic coating and can interfere
with the mechanical stability of SONAPHONE RD.
(5) The accumulator of the SONAPHONE RD can be charged by the
attached charger. The main voltage and the frequency have to be the
same as given on the rating plate of the charger.
(6) It is not allowed to open the SONAPHONE RD or the equipment or
to do repairs on your own. Only the manufacturer is allowed to do
repairs.
(7) The SONAPHONE RD and the used probes are proper for a usage
at a temperature range of 0...40°C. The permissible storage
temperature range is about -10...50°C.
(8) Working with the device the SONAPHONE RD and the probes
should be clearly visible. Never work with the probes or the telescopic
rod in areas with non-insulated voltage-carrying parts or without eye
contact in unknown areas. If you locate ultrasonic signals on electrical
installations, a sufficient safety distance must be kept to avoid electrical
flash-overs.

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(9) Application and handling of body sound probes have to be executed
with sufficient carefulness so that nobody can get hurt by the probe tip.
Use the holder for the probe on the shoulder-strap of the leather bag if
you carry the probe or when it is not in use.
(10) Also use the leather bag with shoulder-strap if you climb stairs, a
ladder, platforms and so on, to prevent an accident.
(11) Using the clamp holder for the probes caution is required, because
the spring force of the clamp holder can lead to injuries by getting
jammed.
(12) The application of the SONAPHONE RD in strong electromagnetic
fields should be avoided.
(13) The SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH gives no guaranty
and also not for damages of a third party caused through misuse of the
appliance.

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Scope of delivery
testing device SONAPHONE RD
ultrasonic transmitter SONAPHONE T
Probes
•air sound probe - pluggable -
•body sound probe - waterproof -
•body sound probe - special -
•Flexible probe
Accessory
•headphone, sound deadening
•directional tube with tip
•ultrasonic transmitter SONAPHONE T
•magnetic holder for probes
•clamp holder for probes
•charger
•telescopic rod
•transportation case
•operating manual
*) Please notice that the scope of delivery can vary appropriate to your
order.

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Overall view of the device and the accessory
operating
manual
body sound probe
waterproof
body sound probe
air sound probe
SONAPHONE T
char
g
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head
p
hone
SONAPHONE RD
directional tube
with ti
p

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Function description
At many flow processes of gases, liquids and solids in pipelines and on
leakages, ultrasound arises from friction. These ultrasonic signals will be
received with the SONAPHONE RD and the intensity gets audible with
speaker or headphone. Simultaneously the level of the ultrasound will
be diplayed on a LCD or a LED-scale, respectively.
Ultrasound can arise out of a multitude of processes, as for example:
•at leakages within compressed-air-, steam- and vacuum plants
•at condenser drains
•at leaking valves, gate valves, shutoffs, taps in line systems
•at roller bearing defects
•at cavity on pumps and compressors
•at flash-overs and corona discharges on electrical installations
With the help of SONAPHONE RD, faults can exactly get located and
their size can get assessed. SONAPHONE T is used to detect leaking
spots on vehicles, containers and ventilation systems, where no
ultrasound is produced. SONAPHONE T generates ultrasonic waves,
which come out from leaking spots. The exact locating is done from the
outside with SONAPHONE RD.
The testing device SONAPHONE RD is a mains-independent, mobile
hand-held instrument. For the acquisition of the ultrasound, different
probes can be used, which can be connected with a cable or directly to
the testing device.
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Connections, operating- and display elements of the
SONAPHONE RD and its functions

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Der Ultraschalldetektor SONAPHONE E ist ein modernes, einfach zu
bedienendes Handgerät zum Nachweis von Ultraschall in Gasen,
Flüssigkeiten und festen Körpern. Ultraschall entsteht bei einer Vielzahl
von Vorgängen und ist für das menschliche Ohr nicht hörbar. Das
SONAPHONE E nimmt Ultraschallsignale auf und wandelt diese in
hörbare Signale um. Gleichzeitig wird der Pegel des Ultraschalls auf
einem Display bzw. über einen Leuchtbalken angezeigt.
Ultraschallsignale können bei einer Vielzahl von Prozessen entstehen,
zum Beispiel:
•an Lecks innerhalb von Druckluft-, Dampf- und Vakuumanlagen
•an Kondensatableitern
•an undichten Ventilen, Schiebern, Absperrungen, Hähnen in
Leitungssystemen
•bei Wälzlagerschäden
•bei Kavitation an Pumpen und Verdichtern
•bei Überschlägen und Koronaentladungen an elektrischen Anlagen
Mit Hilfe des SONAPHONE E ist es möglich, die Fehler genau zu
lokalisieren und deren Größe abzuschätzen. Zur Ermittlung von
undichten Stellen an Fahrzeugen, Behältern, Containern und
lüftungstechnischen Anlagen, bei denen aktiv kein Ultraschall entsteht,
wird der Ultraschallsender SONAPHONE T eingesetzt. Dieser erzeugt
Ultraschallwellen, die an undichten Stellen austreten. Die genaue
Ortung erfolgt mittels des SONAPHONE E von außen. Der
Ultraschallsender SONAPHONE
Starting up
Switching on or off the device the ON/OFF-button has to be pressed.
After switching on the backlight lights up for a short time and it will be
indicated, that the SONAPHONE RD is ready for work. After an
operation time of 10 minutes the device switches off automatically. If the
detection is not finished at this moment the SONAPHONE RD has to be
switched on again.
CAUTION!
To prevent hearing damages the volume knob has to be turned to
minimum (left stop) before switching on the device. After switching on
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you can increase the volume as long as the leackage signal can be
determined.
Depending on the operating purpose the probe has to be connected to
the SONAPHONE RD (see section "Application of the probes“). An air
sound probe is normally used for leak detection. The intensity of the
ultrasonic level depends on the dimension of the sound source, the
sound source orientation and the distance between the probe and the
sound source. So this effect can be used to detect and assess
leakages.
For leak detection, especially when a high surrounding noise level
occurs, the use of the sound deadening headphone is recommended.
For this reason the headphone has to be connected to the plug (Look to
the picture on previous page).
The volume can be controlled through the VOLUME knob, where the
position influences the intensity of the LED-scale.
Pressing the MAX button the storage of the maximum value of
ultrasound signals can be turned on or off. This function allows the user
to search for the maximum of the ultrasound source. When this function
is active, the yellow LED is lightened.
When the surrounding light is not sufficient, the display screen lights on
automatically.

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Charging the batteries
If the operating time of the SONAPHONE RD runs out, you have to
recharge the internal batteries. To start charging, you have to connect
the plug of the charger (on the right side) with the SONAPHONE RD.
After that you have to plug in the charger. The red charging lamp lights
up during charging. If the battery is completely discharged it can take 9
hours for recharging. When the charging is completed, the charging
lamp goes out and the charger can be unplugged.
An overcharging protection in the device prevents a device damage
caused by overcharging.
The charging power adaptor can also be used as power adaptor for the
SONAPHONE RD.
If the red LED charging lamp sparkles during charging, the
SONAPHONE RD has a defect and has to be sent to the manufacturer
for a check.
To improve the life of the batteries, they has to be recharged only when
the batteries are completely discharged.

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Ultrasonic transmitter SONAPHONE T
The ultrasonic transmitter SONAPHONE T sends continuously
ultrasonic waves. The modulation of the ultrasonic signal can be
changed by confirming the button MODE once. You have to use this
function if unusual noise superimposes the sound which has to be
analysed. Confirming the button MODE twice the transmitter power
increases. So it is possible to locate small leaks. Confirming the button
MODE three times the modulation by an increased transmitting power
increases.

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Charging the batteries
If the operating time of the SONAPHONE T runs out, the green lamp
sparkles and you have to recharge the internal batteries. To start
charging, you have to connect the plug of the charger with the
SONAPHONE T (plug CHARGE). After that you have to plug in the
charger. The red charging lamp CHARGE sparkles during charging. If
the accumulator is completely discharged it can take approximately 14
hours for recharging. When charging is completed, the red charging
lamp permanently lights up and the charger can be unplugged.
An overcharging protection in the device prevents a device damage
caused by overcharging. The charger can also be used as a power
adaptor for the SONAPHONE T.
CAUTION!
Only use the delivered charger to charge the internal batteries!

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Application of the probes
Air sound probe
The air sound probe is used to prove ultrasound. One can connect the
probe directly to the testing device, but it is also possible to use it
separately with the extension cable.
An increase of the accuracy of the detection is reached by the plug-on
of the directional tube. For the point-exact troubleshooting additionally
the directional tip is put on the pipe.
The probe can be screwed onto the clamp holder or magnetic holder for
a signal capturing during a longer period.
directional tube
directional tip

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Body sound probe waterproof
The body sound probe special is particularly suitable for the detection of
sources of ultrasonic at even surfaces.
The body sound probe special is water proof and can be used for
ultrasonic tests in damp environment or water systems. After using the
probe has to be dried.

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Body sound probe special
The body sound probes are used to prove ultrasound on solid bodies.
They were pressed onto the testing place by hand. To aquire
reproducible results, the pressure force and the direction have to be
constant. For a longer recording of ultrasound, you can use the clamp
holder or magnetic holder instead of the probe tip of the standard body
sound probe. To screw the probe tip on or off, use a wrench size 3.2
(included in delivery).
CAUTION!
Using the body sound probe pay attention to the general safety
instructions for the SONAPHONE RD (9).

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Flexible probe
You can use the flexible air sound probe to detect leaks in difficult
accessible areas.
CAUTION!
Using the flexible probe pay attention to point 8 of the general safety
instructions for the SONAPHONE RD.

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Usage of the accessories
Telescopic rod
The telescopic rod increases the reach of the user working with the
probes. The probes are jammed in a rotatable clamp and the plug
connection is plugged in the socket near the clamp. The connection to
the SONAPHONE RD is made with the cable of the telescopic rod. The
length of the telescopic rod is variable from approximately 1,7m till
approximately 3m. In addition the black union nut between outside and
interior pipe of the telescopic rod has to be loosened.
CAUTION!
For the use of the telescopic rod notice point 8 of the general safety
instructions for the SONAPHONE RD.

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Trouble shooting
Not every trouble is a real defect of the device. You can safe money and
time if you remove the cause of a defect yourself. The following hints
should be helpfully:
Fehler mögliche Ursache Abhilfe
Error Possible reason Remedy
device cannot be
switched on batteries are discharged recharge batteries
no acoustic signal can
be proved volume control is low adjusted
probe is not securely
connected
headphone is not
securely connected
device switched off
automatically
probe is defect
adjust volume
connect the plug in full
connect the plug in full
switch on the device
once more
test with another probe
no acoustic signal
when using the
transmitter
(SONAPHONE T)
transmitter is not
switched on or
switched off
automatically after a
long operating time
switch on the
transmitter
red charging-LED
sparkles defect of internal accumulators
defect of charging
circuit
send in the device
SONAPHONE RD for
an inspection
(...)
Maintenance
The device SONAPHONE RD, the probes and the accessories have a
solid device construction. Nevertheless, they have to be protected