yellow jacket 69310 User manual

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Fig. 1:
Rev A
P/N 69310

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• To temporarily turn-off this feature, until a manually turned-
off, press the ' ' key for at least 4 seconds while turning
on the unit. To turn the detector off press the ' ' key: this
is confirmed with three short beeps.
>0< ' AUTO ZERO Key
• When the detector is on, press this key to start the auto-zero
procedure.
• The auto-zero time is 6 seconds long, starting with a beeping
sound and with 4 '0.000' digits flashing on the LCD.
• During this auto-zero procedure, the detector samples the
actual gas concentration and assumes that as a zero
baseline for any following measurement.
• When this zeroing is completed, the detector will play a long
beeping sound.
AUTOMATIC Zero Drift Adjustment
• With no gas present, the detector checks its zero level and
performs an automatic drift adjustment.
• This compensation is performed every 2 seconds in order to
compensate any possible sensor drift due to temperature
variations.
• When the sensor detects the presence of gas it switches to
the gas detection operation.
' H ' Hold Key
• When the 'H' key is pressed, the 'HOLD' mode is activated.
During this mode, the current value is 'frozen' on the lower 4
digits on the display. When in this mode the detector displays
'HOLD' and plays a short beep.
• While the operator is in this mode, the upper 4-digits on the
display will keep on showing the current measured value,
this allows the operator the ability to see variations. While
’HOLD’ is active, the lower 4-digits display the 'frozen' value.
• If the 'H' key is pressed again the detector will exit from the
'HOLD' mode and a short beep will play as a confirmation.
'UNIT' Measurement Unit Key
• When this key is pressed the units of measurement on the
display is selected.
• Each time the 'UNIT' key is pressed, the detector will cycle
among the available measurement units, according to the
following sequence (Starting with the unit currently selected):
=> ppm => %vol => % L.E.L. => ppm =>
• Every time the unit is changed, the choice is automatically
stored in the detector’s memory. This creates the default units
for the next time the detector is turned on.
' SET ' Key
• When this key is held for at least 3 seconds the user enters a
mode in which they can set the general parameters for the
detector operation.
• There are three parameters (P1, P2, and P3) the user can
select between by pressing the 'SET' key.
• Once a parameter is selected, its value can be modified with
the following keys:
'FUNC' Key: Increases the value (if numerical) or switches
between On and Off cyclically (if non-
numerical).
'UNIT' Key: Decreases the value (if numerical) or switches
between On and Off cyclically (if non-
numerical).
The Parameters to be Adjusted are the Following:
P1: Acoustic Feedback Enable/Disable
• This parameter is identified with the label 'Set 1'.
• Its value enables or disables the internal buzzer for the sound
feedback.
• Press the 'UNIT' or the 'FUNC' key to change the actual value.
The detector is set from the factory with the feedback enabled
(Set 1=On).
COMBUSTIBLE GAS LEAK DETECTOR
•Powered with 6 x 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries
•User configurable parameters
•Sound and visual indication in case of alarm
•Auto-shut-off function
OVERVIEW
This digital handheld gas leakage detector is equipped with a
flexible wand (for reaching the leaks) with a gas sensor
mounted at the end for detection of low concentrations of
hydrocarbons in gas appliances and pipes.
WARNING: This device is not a measurement instrument.
• This device can detect Methane (CH4) or Liquid Propane
Gas (LPG) , as well as other Hydrocarbons.
• The gas concentration is shown as 4-digits on the LCD, as
well as through a bar-graph ranging from 0 to 100% of the
full scale.
• The detector can be operated with either alkaline batteries or
rechargeable batteries. The operation with a 12V external
power adaptor is also available as an option.
• When a power adapter is used the batteries installed in the
battery compartment are disconnected and the external
adaptor does not recharge the batteries.
• In order to recharge on-board batteries, an external battery
charger must be used.
• To save battery during operation, this detector features an
autozero and auto-shut-off function.
OPERATION
Beginning Use
Before first use of the detector, the operator must take the
following actions:
•Insert the batteries in the battery compartment. In order to
open the plastic door please apply a slight pressure with a
finger or with the help of a small screwdriver on the plastic
tooth (see 'a' in Fig. 2); then insert batteries paying attention
to the correct polarity.
• Alternatively connect an external adaptor (optional) and plug
in the connector (see Fig. 3), then plug adaptor in the outlet.
Functions
' ' On/Off key
• To turn the detector On or Off press the ' ' key.
• When the detector is turned on, a short beeping sound will
play and the sensor starts the pre-heating phase, which lasts
45 seconds.
• During this phase the detector displays the word 'HEAT' and
the time remaining.
• When the pre-heating is completed the auto-zero phase is
initiated. This will last 6 seconds and identified with another
short beeping sound. Once this is completed, another longer
beeping sound indicates the detector.is ready for operation.
• During the normal operation, when no gas is detected, the
detector will issue a short beep every 2 seconds.
• When a leak is detected, the rate of the sound will increase
according to the measured concentration.
• The detector is set from the factory with the auto-shut-off
feature turned on and the shutoff time set to 10 minutes.
• This means that the detector will automatically shutoff after
ten minutes from being turned on.
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Fig. 2:Battery compartment. Fig. 3: Power supply input.
Power supply input
Polarity: +
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P2: Auto-Shut-Off Time
• From the parameter 'Set 1' if the 'SET' key is pressed once, the user
gets access to parameter 'Set 2'. ’SET 2’ allows the user the ability to
adjust the auto-shut-off time. The 'UNIT' key decreases the current
value and the 'FUNC' key increases it.
• The allowed values for this parameter are in the range from 1minute
to 30 minutes in 1 minute increments.
• To disable this auto-off feature (turned on until a manual turn-off) the
user must increase or decrease the parameter value until the 'OFF'
value is displayed.
P3: Buzzer on Alarm Enable/Disable
• From the parameter 'Set 2' if the 'SET' key is pressed once more, the
user gets access to parameter 'Set 3' which allows the user the ability
to enable or disable the buzzer sound in case of an alarm.
• Press the 'UNIT' or the 'FUNC' key to change the actual value.
• The detector is set from the factory with the alarm buzzer enabled
(Set 3=On).
• Pressing the 'SET' key again will result in exiting the parameters
configuration mode. When exiting the detector will store all changes
in the detector’s memory as the preferences.
OVER-RANGE FUNCTION
• This function is continuously checking the measured
concentrations to verify that they remain within the detector’s full
range limits.
• When the full range value is exceeded, the internal buzzer will start
beeping at the maximum repetition rate and the 'ALM' symbol will
be turned on and the lower display will show the label
'OFL' (overflow).
LOW BATTERY FUNCTION
• The detector monitors the battery level and when it is below a
certain pre-set value, the low-level battery icon ' ' is displayed
in the upper right side of the screen.
• When this symbol is turned-on, the detector is still operational.
• When the battery voltage falls below a critical level, the words 'Lo
Batt' are shown on the display and the detector stops operation.
The only action allowed to the user is the turn-off.
• When the detector is turned on again and the battery voltage is in
the valid range, all the functions are enabled.
• For battery replacement please follow the directions explained in
the paragraph 'Beginning use'.
BUZZER
• This detector has an internal buzzer for the indication of measured
concentration and as a sound feedback on some user actions.
• When the detector is detecting a gas concentration greater than
zero, the rate of the 'beeps' increases according to the
concentration level.
SENSOR FAIL
• The detector periodically checks the sensor status. When the
sensor is found to be defective, the buzzer sound is set to
continuous (when the Buzzer Alarm feature is Enabled) and the
words 'SEnS FAIL' are shown on the display.
TECHNICAL FEATURES
Power supply: 9V, 6x1.5V AAA alkaline batteries
External power supply: 12 Vcc, 100 mA
Battery life: 4 hours minimum
Battery level: 6.00 V (instr. operational)
Low-Batt level: 5.50 V (instr. stopped)
Sensor type: Semiconductor
Pre-heating time: max. 45 seconds fixed
Auto-shut-off time: OFF, 1- 30 minutes
Display: LCD TN
Protection grade: IP 20
Operating temperature: 0°C .. +40°C
Storage temperature: -10°C .. +50°C
Humidity limits: 20% .. 80% RH
non condensating
Enclosure:
Material: ABS HB self-extinguishing
Sensor Failure
When the detector sensor is found to be defective, the
buzzer sound is on continuously (when the Buzzer Alarm
feature is Enabled) and the words 'SEnS FAIL' are shown
on the display.
1Remove sensor sticker from protective cover at the end
of the wand (see figure 4)
2Unscrew sensor protective cover
3Pull sensor straight out
4Align tab in end of the wand with the tab on the sensor
and insert sensor until fully seated
5Screw on sensor protective cover
6Apply new sensor sticker
7Turn on unit and allow unit to heat and resume testing
Color: Blue
Dimensions: 2.8x5.9x1.5in (72 x 151 x 37mm). (W x H x D)
Weight: ~.7lbs (~ 312 gr.)
Sensor Wand Flexible Length: 10.6in (270 mm)
Accessories: External adaptor 230V~/12V= 100mA
(available upon request)
WARRANTY
The Combustible Gas Leak Detector is guaranteed for 12
months from purchasing document date.
YELLOW JACKET® undertakes to repair or replace, free of
charge, those parts that, in its opinion, are found to be faulty
during the warranty period. The products which are found
defective during the above mentioned periods of time must
be delivered to YELLOW JACKET® postage paid. The
following cases are not covered by this warranty: accidental
breakage due to transport, inappropriate use or use that
does not comply with the indications in the product’s
instruction manual or quick start guide.
Any mistreatment, repairs and modifications to the product
not explicitly authorized by YELLOW JACKET® shall
invalidate the present warranty.
Contact YELLOW JACKET® Customer Service for a return
request form and shipping address.
Fig. 4: Sensor change
Remove sticker
and unscrew cap
to remove sensor
Ritchie Engineering Co./YELLOW JACKET®
Customer Service: 1-800-769-8370 or
952-943-1300
Website: yellowjacket.com