TESTO 310 User manual

testo 310 · Flue gas analyzer
Instruction manual

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1 Contents
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1Contents
1Contents ...................................................................................................3
2Safety and the environment....................................................................5
2.1. About this document........................................................................5
2.2. Ensure safety...................................................................................6
2.3. Protecting the environment..............................................................7
3Specifications ..........................................................................................8
3.1. Use ..................................................................................................8
3.2. Technical data .................................................................................8
3.2.1. Measurement ranges and resolution................................................................8
3.2.2. Other instrument data ......................................................................................9
4Product description...............................................................................10
4.1. Measuring instrument ....................................................................10
4.1.1. Front view ......................................................................................................10
4.1.2. Keypad ..........................................................................................................10
4.1.3. Display...........................................................................................................11
4.1.4. Connections...................................................................................................13
4.1.5. Condensate outlet/interface ...........................................................................13
4.1.6. Rear view.......................................................................................................14
4.2. Flue gas probe...............................................................................15
4.3. Area versions.................................................................................15
4.4. Reading display .............................................................................17
5Using the product ..................................................................................19
5.1. Mains unit / rechargeable battery ..................................................19
5.1.1. Charging the rechargeable battery.................................................................19
5.1.2. Mains operation .............................................................................................20
5.2. Performing settings........................................................................20
5.2.1. Instrument configuration menu / commissioning ............................................20
5.2.2. Measurements configuration menu................................................................22
5.3. Measuring......................................................................................23
5.3.1. Preparing for measurement ...........................................................................23
5.3.1.1. Zeroing phases................................................................................23
5.3.1.2. Using the flue gas probe..................................................................23
5.3.1.3. Setting fuel ......................................................................................24
5.3.2. Flue gas......................................................................................................... 24
5.3.3. Ambient CO ...................................................................................................25
5.3.4. Draught measurement ...................................................................................26
5.3.5. Differential pressure.......................................................................................26

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6Maintaining the product ....................................................................... 29
6.1. Cleaning the measuring instrument .............................................. 29
6.2. Cleaning the flue gas probe .......................................................... 29
6.3. Draining the condensate container ............................................... 29
6.4. Checking / replacing the particle filter ........................................... 30
7Tips and assistance .............................................................................. 31
7.1. Questions and answers ................................................................ 31
7.2. Accessories and spare parts......................................................... 33

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2Safety and the environment
2.1. About this document
Use
> Please read this documentation through carefully and
familiarize yourself with the product before putting it to use. Pay
particular attention to the safety instructions and warning advice
in order to prevent injuries and damage to the products.
> Keep this document to hand so that you can refer to it when
necessary.
> Hand this documentation on to any subsequent users of the
product.
Warnings
Always pay attention to information that is marked by the following
warnings with warning pictograms. Implement the specified
precautionary measures.
Representation Explanation
CAUTION indicates potential minor injuries
NOTICE indicates circumstances that may lead to
damage to the products
Symbols and writing standards
Represen-
tation
Explanation

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Note: Basic or further information.
1. ...
2. ...
Action: more steps, the sequence must be followed.
> ... Action: a step or an optional step.
- ... Result of an action.
[OK] Control keys of the instrument or buttons of the
program interface.
2.2. Ensure safety
> Only operate the product properly, for its intended purpose and
within the parameters specified in the technical data. Do not
use any force.
> Do not operate the instrument if there are signs of damage at
the housing, mains unit or feed lines.
> Do not perform contact measurements on non-insulated, live
parts.
> Do not store the product together with solvents. Do not use any
desiccants.
> Carry out only the maintenance and repair work on this
instrument that is described in the documentation. Follow the
prescribed steps exactly. Use only original spare parts from
Testo.
> Any further or additional work must only be carried out by
authorised personnel. Testo will otherwise refuse to accept
responsibility for the proper functioning of the measuring
instrument after repair and for the validity of certifications.
> Only use the device in closed, dry rooms and protect it from rain
and moisture.
> Temperatures given on probes/sensors relate only to the
measuring range of the sensors. Do not expose handles and
feed lines to any temperatures in excess of 70 °C unless they
are expressly permitted for higher temperatures.
> The objects to be measured or the measurement environment
may also pose risks: Note the safety regulations valid in your
area when performing the measurements.

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> Improper use of rechargeable batteries can lead to destruction
or injuries by means of current surges, fire or escaping
chemicals. The following instructions must be observed to avoid
such hazards:
• Only use in accordance with the directions in the instruction
manual.
• Do not short, take apart or modify.
• Do not expose to heavy impacts, water, fire or temperatures
above 60 °C.
• Do not store in the proximity of metal objects.
• Do not use leaky or damaged rechargeable batteries. In the
event of contact with battery acid: Thoroughly wash affected
area with water and consult a doctor, if necessary.
• Only charge in the instrument or the recommended charging
station.
• Immediately stop the charging process if this is not
completed in the given time.
• In the event of improper function or signs of overheating,
immediately remove the rechargeable battery from the
measuring instrument/charging station. Caution:
Rechargeable battery may be hot!
2.3. Protecting the environment
> Dispose of faulty rechargeable batteries/spent batteries in
accordance with the valid legal specifications.
> At the end of its useful life, send the product to the separate
collection for electric and electronic devices (observe local
regulations) or return the product to Testo for disposal.

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3Specifications
3.1. Use
The testo 310 is a handheld measuring instrument for the
professional flue gas analysis of combustion plants:
• Small combustion plants (oil, gas, wood, coal)
• Low-temperature and condensing boilers
• Gas water heaters
These systems can be adjusted using the testo 310 and checked
for compliance with the applicable limit values.
The following tasks can also be carried out using the testo 310:
• Regulating the O2, CO and CO2 values in combustion plants
for the purpose of ensuring optimal operation.
• Draught measurement.
• Measuring and regulating the gas flow pressure in gas water
heaters.
• Ambient CO measurement.
The testo 310 must not be used:
• as a safety (alarm) device
3.2. Technical data
3.2.1. Measurement ranges and resolution
Measure-
ment
parameter
Measurement
range
Resolution Accuracy Response time
t90 @ 22 °C
O20.0 to 21.0 Vol.% 0.1 vol.% ±0.2 vol.% 30s
CO 0 to 4000 ppm 1 ppm ±20 ppm (0...400 ppm)
±5% v. Mw. (401...2000 ppm)
±10% v. Mw. (2001...4000 ppm)
60s
COamb 0 to 4000 ppm 1 ppm ±20 ppm (0...400 ppm)
±5% v. Mw. (401...2000 ppm)
±10% v. Mw. (2001...4000 ppm)
60s
Draught -20.00 to 20.00
hPa
0.01 hPa ± 0.03hPa (-3.00 to 3.00 hPa)
±1.5% of meas. val. (rest of range)
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Measure-
ment
parameter
Measurement
range
Resolution Accuracy Response time
t90 @ 22 °C
∆P -40.0 to 40.0 hPa 0.1 hPa ± 0.5hPa -
Flue gas
temperature
0.0 to 400.0 °C 0.1°C ± 1°C (0.0 to 100.0°C)
± 1.5% of meas. val. (>100°C)
<50s
Ambient
temperature
-20.0 to 100.0 °C 0.1°C ± 1°C <50s
3.2.2. Other instrument data
Flue gas analyser
Feature Values
Storage and
transport
temperature
-20 to 50 °C
Operating
temperature
-5 to 45 °C
Power supply Rechargeable battery: 1500mAh
Mains unit: 5 V/1 A
Protection class IP40
Weight incl. probe approx. 700g
Dimensions 201 x 83 x 44 mm
Battery charge time approx. 8 h
Rechargeable
battery life
> 8h (pump on, 20°C ambient temperature)
EU Directive 2004/108/EC
Warranty Measuring instrument, flue gas probe: 24
months
Thermocouple: 12 months
Sensors O2, CO: 24 months,
Rechargeable battery: 12 months
Terms of warranty Terms of warranty: see website
www.testo.com/warranty

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4Product description
4.1. Measuring instrument
4.1.1. Front view
1 Display
2 Function keys
3 Keypad
4.1.2. Keypad
Button Functions
[] Switch measuring instrument on / off
[OK]
Example
Function key (orange, 3x), relevant function is shown on
the display
[▲]Increase value, select parameter
[▼]Decrease value, select parameter

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Button Functions
[esc] Back, cancel print process
[] Switch display light on/off
[] Transmit data to the Testo protocol printer.
4.1.3. Display
1 Measurement type (an arrow marks the measurement type that
is activated):
Icon Measurement
Flue gas (icon visible when the instrument is
switched off)
Ambient CO (icon visible when the instrument is
switched off)
Draught (icon visible when the instrument is switched
off)
Differential pressure (icon visible when the
instrument is switched off)

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2 Status:
Icon Meaning
Measuring gas pump (icon visible when the
instrument is switched off)
The inner segments light up alternately when the
measuring gas pump is running.
Error
Flashes when an error occurs, an error code is also
displayed.
Print
Lights up during data transmission to the report
printer
Open configuration menu
Fuel type / fuel number
Depending on the set fuel, one of the icons (solid
fuel, oil, gas) and the associated fuel number lights
up.
, , , Battery capacity.
Indication of the remaining capacity of the
rechargeable battery by fill level of the battery icon:
• 3 segments 75-100%
• 2 segments 50-75%
• 1 segment 25-50%
• no segment <25%
3 Reading display line 1
See Area versions, page 15.
4 Reading display line 2
See Area versions, page 15.
5 Function key assignment:
Icon Possible assignment
Left function key:
Select measurement type
OK
Start
Stop
Middle function key:
Confirm input
Start measurement
Stop measurement

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Icon Possible assignment
Set

Right function key:
Open configuration menu
Switch to the next parameter:
4.1.4. Connections
1 Charging socket for mains unit (Micro USB)
2 Cable to the flue gas probe
3 Gas outlet
4.1.5. Condensate outlet/interface
1 Infrared interface
2 Condensate outlet

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4.1.6. Rear view
1 Attachment for carrying strap
2 Condensate trap
3 Magnetic holder
4 Gas outlet
5 Magnetic holder
WARNING
Magnetic field
May be harmful to those with pacemakers.
> Keep a minimum distance of 10 cm between
pacemaker and instrument.
ATTENTION
Magnetic field
Damage to other devices!
>Keep a safe distance away from products which could
be damaged by the effects of magnetism (e.g. monitors,
computers or credit cards).

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4.2. Flue gas probe
1 Thermocouple
2 Probe shaft
3 Probe handle
4 Connecting cable
5 Removable filter chamber with window, particle filter, and
sealing plug for differential pressure measurement
4.3. Area versions
The instrument can be configured for 5 area versions. Country-
specific calculation formulas, associated measurement parameters
and fuels are activated with this setting. Similarly, the setting
influences the date and time format. The area version is set in the
instrument configuration menu / commissioning, see Instrument
configuration menu / commissioning, page 20.

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Area
version
(ArEA )
Countries
(recom-
mendation)
Parameters Fuels
1 USA, HU,
IN, KR
Line 1:
O2, T, CO ,
P1, P2, uCO
Line 2:
CO, Eff, T,
EXA, CO2
nAt GAS – Natural gas
ProP GAS – Propane
FUEL OIL2 – Fuel oil 2
Bioh 5 – Biomass 5%
Uood 20 – Wood 20%
2 GB, RU, DK,
AU, JP, CN
Line 1:
rat, O2, T,
P1, CO ,
P2, uCO
Line 2:
CO2, CO,
EXA,
Eff.net,
Eff.gross,
T, O2
nAt GAS – Natural gas
LPG GAS – LPG
ProP GAS – Propane
But GAS – Butane
LI OIL – EL fuel oil
CEro SEnE – Kerosene
HE OIL – Heavy fuel oil
Uood PELL - Wood
pellets
3 NL, SE, TR,
RO
Line1:
O2, P1, T,
GI, uCO, P2
Line 2:
CO, CO2,
T, Eff, qA,
λ, CO
nAt Hb – Natural gas Hb
nAt Ho – Natural gas Ho
ProP Hb – Propane Hb
ProP Ho – Propane Ho
but Ho – Butane Ho
LPG Ho – LPG Ho
LI OIL – EL fuel oil
Uood PELL – Wood
pellets
4 DE, AT, CH,
CZ, FR, ES,
BE, PL, PT,
AR, BR
Line1:
T, CO, uCO,
T, O2, P1,
P2, CO
Line 2:
O2, qA,
CO2, Eff, λ,
T, T
nAt GAS - Natural gas
ProP GAS - Propane
but GAS - Butane
CoO GAS - Coke oven
gas
Toun GAS - Town gas
GAS OIL – Gasoleo A
LI OIL - EL fuel oil
HE OIL - Heavy fuel oil
Uood 15 - Wood 15%

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Area
version
(ArEA )
Countries
(recom-
mendation)
Parameters Fuels
5 IT Line1::
O2, T, T,
uCO, UnI
Line 2:
CO, λ, CO2,
qA,
Eff gross, T,
O2, UnI
nAt GAS – Natural gas
GPL – Propane
but GAS – Butane
GAS OIL – Gasoleo A
OIL – Heavy fuel oil
Wood PELL – Wood
pellets
Wood - Wood
4.4. Reading display
Display Measurement parameter
T Ambient temperature
T Flue gas temperature
CO Carbon monoxide
O2 Oxygen
CO Ambient carbon monoxide
qA Flue gas loss without due consideration of the
calorific value range
Eff.net Net efficiency (without due consideration of
the calorific value range)
Eff.gross /Eff* Gross efficiency (with due consideration of
the calorific value range)
Eff. Efficiency
λAir ratio
P2 Differential pressure
CO2 Carbon dioxide
P1 Flue draught
uCO Carbon monoxide undiluted
rat Ratio

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Display Measurement parameter
EXA Air surplus
UnI only when UnI ON
Line 1:
Measurement period countdown per
measuring phase scrolling display/measuring
phase display and total measurement period
of the UnI measurement display
Line 2:
Total measurement period of the UnI
measurement display
ET Heat of condensation

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5Using the product
5.1. Mains unit / rechargeable battery
The rechargeable battery is permanently installed and can
only be changed by a Testo service centre.
The measuring instrument is supplied with a partially
charged rechargeable battery.
> Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using the
measuring instrument.
5.1.1. Charging the rechargeable battery
The rechargeable battery can only be charged at an ambient
temperature of ±0 to +35°C. If the battery has been discharged
completely, the charging time at room temperature is approx.
5-6 hrs.
Charging in the measuring instrument
1. Connect the plug of the mains unit to the mains unit socket on
the measuring instrument.
2. Connect the mains plug of the mains unit to a mains socket.
- The charging process will start. The charge status will be shown
on the display. The charging process will stop automatically
when the battery is fully charged.
Battery care
> Do not fully exhaust the rechargeable battery.
> Only store instrument with battery charged and at low
temperatures, but not below 0°C (best storage conditions with a
charge level of 50-75% = 2 segments, at an ambient
temperature of 10-20°C, recharge completely before use).
> The rechargeable battery life depends on the storage, operating
and ambient conditions. The available useful life of the
rechargeable battery reduces more and more with frequent use.
If the useful life is significantly shortened, the rechargeable
battery should be replaced.

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5.1.2. Mains operation
1. Connect the plug of the mains unit to the mains unit socket on
the measuring instrument.
2. Connect the mains plug of the mains unit to a mains socket.
- The measuring instrument is powered by the mains unit.
- If the measuring instrument is switched off, the charging
process starts automatically. Switching the measuring
instrument on has the effect of stopping the battery charging
and the measuring instrument is then powered via the mains
unit.
5.2. Performing settings
The instrument has two different configuration menus. The menu
that is opened depends on the instrument status when called up.
5.2.1. Instrument configuration menu / commissioning
When the instrument is switched on initially, the configuration menu
is opened automatically.
Following initial commissioning, the configuration menu can also be
opened again by pressing the right function key [set] during the
instrument's initialisation phase (a duration of approx. 4 seconds).
The values for area version, measuring units, time and date can be
set.
Making settings
1. Switch the instrument on: Hold down [], until all segments
are shown on the display.
2. Open instrument configuration menu: Press right function key
[set] during the initialisation phase.