Gazomat Inspectra User manual

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Portable gas leak detector

Operating manual

11, Rue de l’Atome-B.P. 50081

F-67802 BISCHHEIM –France

Phone +33 (0)3 88 19 72 30 –Fax +33 (0)3 88 19 72 19

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WARNINGS

GAZOMAT reserves its right to update the contents of this manual, in

line with the evolution of the product.

Text and pictures in the manual are not binding on GAZOMAT.

All rights to translation, adaptation and reproduction by any process

reserved in all countries. No part of this document may be copied,

reproduced or transcribed without the written consent of Gazomat.

No part of this document may be circulated outside Gazomat in this form.

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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

GAZOMAT

11, Rue de l’Atome

67802 Bischheim –France

hereby declares that the product designed for use in explosive atmospheres and here

designated as:: Inspectra Laser version 100%gaz - Atex

Is in conformity:

With the 94/9/EC Directive of 23 March 1994

With the 89/336/EC CEM Directive of 3 May 1989.

With the explosion-proof standards relative to use in explosive atmospheres:

EN 60079-0 of 2006:

Electrical apparatus for explosive gas atmospheres: - General

requirements.

EN 60079-11 of January 2007:

Explosive atmospheres –Equipment protection by intrinsic safety « i ».

With the type of apparatus that have been examined and fully approved by the

INERIS certifying institute, rue J. Taffanel, 60550 Verneuil en Halatte, France,

organization registered under the number 0080 –and for which INERIS has

issued a Type EC examination certificate under the number

INERIS05ATEX0051 with its addenda under numbers 05 ATEX 0051 X/01 and 05

ATEX 0051 X/02.

The manufacturing unit in Bischheim has been registered under the number N° 03

ATEX Q 416 by the l’INERIS certifying Institute, rue J. Taffanel, 60550 Verneuil

en Halatte, Institute itself registered under the number 0080.

Bischheim, 14th March 2007 Vincent GHIRCOIAS

Proxy for Gazomat

T.D. WILLIAMSON France General Manager

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CONTENTS

1Warnings ........................................................................................................................ 6

1.1 Reading obligation.......................................................................................................6

1.2 InspectraLaser device version ..................................................................................6

1.3 Equipment generating invisible laser radiation...........................................................7

2Marking.......................................................................................................................... 8

3First starting up...............................................................................................................8

4Introduction.................................................................................................................... 9

5User interface ............................................................................................................... 11

5.1 Description.................................................................................................................11

5.2 Keypad.......................................................................................................................12

5.3 Display.......................................................................................................................13

5.3.1 Measurement area ..............................................................................................13

5.3.2 Indicator area......................................................................................................14

5.3.3 Dialogue area......................................................................................................14

5.4 Alarm indicators ........................................................................................................15

5.5 Wired communication port (optional).......................................................................16

6Mechanical aspects.......................................................................................................17

6.1 Battery compartment .................................................................................................17

6.2 Gas inlet and outlet....................................................................................................17

6.3 Hydrophobic filter housing........................................................................................18

6.4 Carrying strap grooves...............................................................................................19

6.5 Sampling circuit.........................................................................................................19

7Operation...................................................................................................................... 22

7.1 Device On/Off ...........................................................................................................22

7.2 Starting up..................................................................................................................22

7.3 Preliminary inspection with the gas check kit...........................................................23

7.3.1 Composition and use of the gas check kit..........................................................23

7.4 Standard functions.....................................................................................................25

7.4.1 Backlighting on/off ............................................................................................25

7.4.2 Pump on/off........................................................................................................25

7.4.3 User alarm on/off ...............................................................................................26

7.5 Advanced functions...................................................................................................26

7.5.1 Access to menu...................................................................................................26

7.5.2 Menu structure and browsing.............................................................................27

7.5.3 Resetting the configurable options.....................................................................28

7.5.4 Selecting the language........................................................................................29

7.5.5 Selecting the measurement mode.......................................................................29

7.5.6 Selecting the minimum and maximum bar levels..............................................30

7.5.7 Displaying the measured maximum value.........................................................31

7.5.8 Selecting the user alarm .....................................................................................31

7.6 Conditions of use –Range of temperature. ...............................................................32

8Audio alarms ................................................................................................................ 32

8.1 User alarms................................................................................................................32

8.1.1 Threshold alarm..................................................................................................32

8.1.2 Geiger alarm.......................................................................................................33

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8.2 Explosive risk alarm..................................................................................................33

8.3 Malfunctioning of the measuring element.................................................................33

8.4 10,000-ppm measuring range overrun.......................................................................33

9Audio indicators........................................................................................................... 34

9.1 Calibration indicator..................................................................................................34

9.2 Pump indicator...........................................................................................................34

9.3 Battery indicator ........................................................................................................ 35

10 Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 35

10.1 Filter replacement ..................................................................................................35

10.1.1 Replacing the filter integrated into the device ...................................................36

10.1.2 Replacing the filter in the telescopic rod............................................................38

10.2 Charging and replacing the batteries......................................................................41

10.2.1 Charging the batteries.........................................................................................42

10.2.2 Replacing the batteries .......................................................................................42

10.3 Storage and environment .......................................................................................44

11 technical specifications ................................................................................................ 45

12 Parts and accessories for the InspectraLaser............................................................. 46

13 List of equipment for the gas check kit........................................................................ 46

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1 WARNINGS

1.1 READING OBLIGATION

All users must imperatively read this manual for their own safety, the safety of those around

them and the safety of the device. Users are required to use the device as instructed by the

manufacturer in order to get the most out of the device and keep it protected from damage.

Gazomat shall not be liable if the device is used other than as instructed.

The manufacturer shall not be liable in the event of any abnormal use of the product or any

malicious tampering with the product.

1.2 INSPECTRALASER DEVICE VERSION

The InspectraLaser detector is marketed in three versions:

- 100% gas version without Atex certification, which is not to be used in explosive

atmospheres.

- 100% gas version with Atex certification, which may be used in explosive atmospheres.

- 10,000 ppm version without Atex certification, which is not to be used in explosive

atmospheres.

This manual informs the user of the conditions of use of each of the three versions of the

Inspectradetector. The user is responsible for identifying the device version being used and

for following and implementing the corresponding safety measures. The user can identify the

type of device from the marking on the front of the device (see paragraph 3.1), showing if the

device is approved for use in areas with explosive atmospheres.

Never use the INSPECTRA



portable 100% gas version and the INSPECTRA



portable

10000 PPM VERSION with no marking in atmospheres that are or are suspected to be

hazardous. The device is not designed for use in explosive atmospheres.

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1.3 EQUIPMENT GENERATING INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

The Inspectradetector contains a laser source. It is strictly forbidden to open the plastic

housing of the device and to remove components from the inside of the housing, because of

the risk of laser radiation exposure.

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2 MARKING

The different device versions are marked with adhesive aluminium labels bearing the

following information, depending on the version:

100% gas version without Atex certification. Not for use in explosive atmospheres.

INSPECTRALASER

Serial no.: Year of manufacture –device no. in 3 digits

GAZOMAT

11, Rue de l’Atome

67802 Bischheim –France

100% version with Atex certification. May be used in explosive atmospheres.

INSPECTRALASER

GAZOMAT

11, Rue de l’Atome

67802 Bischheim –FRANCE

0080 -N° 05 ATEX 0051

Serial no. Year of manufacture –device no. in 3 digits

II2G Ex ib IIB T4

INERIS N° 05 ATEX 0051

The target gas detected by the INSPECTRALASER detector is stated on the label on the

side of the device.

3 FIRST STARTING UP

The Inspectradetector is first started up by:

GAZOMAT

11 Rue de l’Atome

67802 Bischheim - France

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4 INTRODUCTION

Inspectra Laser is a portable gas detector that is designed to enable an operator moving on

foot to locate leaks in methane gas distribution systems.

The device uses the principle of infrared laser light absorption by methane molecules. That

detection principle makes the detector highly selective, and sensitive to a single ppm of

methane gas.

The system comes in three versions:

100% gas version : covers the measurement range from 1 ppm to 100% gas volume,

without Atex certification, not for use in explosive atmospheres.

100% gas version: covers the measurement range from 1 ppm to 100% gas volume,

with Atex certification, for use in explosive atmospheres.

10,0000 ppm version: covers the measurement range from 1 ppm to 10,000 ppm,

without Atex certification, not for use in explosive atmospheres

The features of InspectraLaser make it extremely easy to use:

Compact and lightweight

Digital display

User-friendly keypad: direct shortcut keys for fast and simple access to standard

functions and menu keys for access to advanced functions;

Carrying system that is easy to adapt to each personal build and the requirements

relating to the use of the device in the field

Use in all positions

The detector is easy to use and maintenance is limited to battery replacement and checking the

condition of the dust filter. The system and accessories adapt to all work situations, from

laboratory measurements to field gas leak detection.

Laser technology is intrinsically safe, as it does not generate hot points. It does not affect the

sample gas and is not sensitive to flow fluctuations.

The INSPECTRALASER detector is not designed for use in a contaminated environment.

No identified substances can deteriorate the INSPECTRALASER detector in its usual

working environment. However, for use in a chemical environment that is liable to damage

the sensor, please contact GAZOMAT for advice.

Inspectra Laser is the only portable gas detector in the world to offer the best technology for

detecting traces of gas and to put infrared laser technology at the service of the gas industry.

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Safety requirements for the use of the Inspectra

Laser (94/9/CE)

CAUTION –It is strictly forbidden:

To open the detector, particularly, in a hazardous or supposedly hazardous atmosphere.

To change, to modify or to adapt external or internal parts or componants of the

detector.

Dry cells authorized for use are as follows:

Make

Varta

Duracell

Reference

4920

Procell MN 1300

Type

Alcaline Pile High Energy

Size

LR20 D

Voltage

1.5V

Any other make or type of dry cells will be considered as not in conformity and

even dangerous for the operator.

Rechargeable batteries authorized for use are as follows:

Make

SAFT

Reference

VTD 70 (VTD137) –4000mAh

Type

NiCd

Size

LR20 - D

Voltage

1.2V

Any other make or type of rechargeable batteries will be considered as not in

conformity and even dangerous for the operator.

It is imperative:

To comply with the technical specifications.

It is recommended

To carefully read the instruction notice prior to using the detector.

In case of malfunction, please contact :

ETABLI PAR:

VERIFIE PAR :

APPROUVE PAR:

Technical department

Qualité Manager

ATEX Manager

GAZOMAT After-Sales Departement

11, rue de l’atome – 67802 Bischheim Cedex - France

Phone : +33 (0)3 88 19 72 30

Fax : +33 (0)3 88 19 72 19

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