Inficon Sniffer line SL3000 Quick guide
Translation of the original operating instructions
Sniffer line
SL3000 and SL3000XL
lina10en1-03-(2111)
Catalog No.
525-001, 525-002, 525-003, 525-004, 521-011, 521-012, 521-013, 521-014, 521-034
From software version
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INFICON GmbH
Bonner Strasse 498
50968 Cologne, Germany
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Table of Contents
1 About these instructions ...............................................................................................................................4
1.1 Target groups ...........................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Warnings...................................................................................................................................................4
2 Safety...............................................................................................................................................................5
2.1 Intended use .............................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Duties of the operator ...............................................................................................................................6
2.3 Owner requirements .................................................................................................................................6
3 Scope of delivery............................................................................................................................................7
4 Description......................................................................................................................................................8
4.1 SL3000 .....................................................................................................................................................8
4.2 SL3000XL ...............................................................................................................................................10
4.3 Technical data ........................................................................................................................................11
5 Installation.....................................................................................................................................................13
6 Maintenance..................................................................................................................................................14
6.1 Maintenance SL3000..............................................................................................................................14
6.2 Maintenance SL3000XL .........................................................................................................................17
6.3 Maintenance plan ...................................................................................................................................18
7 Decommissioning the measuring instrument ...........................................................................................19
7.1 Sending in the device .............................................................................................................................19
8 Appendix .......................................................................................................................................................21
8.1 Accessories and spare parts ..................................................................................................................21
8.2 CE Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................................................23
Index ..............................................................................................................................................................24
1 | About these instructions INFICON
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1 About these instructions
These operating instructions describe the construction and maintenance of the sniffer
lines:
• SL3000
• SL3000XL
Product names may occur in the document, which are added for identification
purposes only and belong to the respective owner of the rights.
1.1 Target groups
This instruction manual is intended for operators and technically qualified personnel
with experience in leak detection technology and the integration of leak detectors in
leak detection systems. In addition, the installation and use of the device require
knowledge of electronic interfaces.
1.2 Warnings
DANGER
Imminent hazard resulting in death or serious injuries
WARNING
Hazardous situation resulting in potential death or serious injuries
CAUTION
Hazardous situation resulting in minor injuries
NOTICE
Hazardous situation resulting in damage to property or the environment
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2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
The SL3000 and SL3000XL sniffer lines are used to locate gas leaks on test
specimens in conjunction with the leak detectors:
SL3000 SL3000XL
Protec P3000 Protec P3000XL
Ecotec E3000 XL3000flex
UL3000 Fab Plus
UL3000 Fab ULTRA
UL6000 Fab
Incorrect usage
• Use in radioactive areas
• Use of accessories or spare parts, which are not included in this instruction
manual
• Use outside the technical specifications, see "Technical Specifications"
• Testing of wet or damp test objects
• Pumping off solids
• Suctioning of liquids into the device
• Operation without an exhaust line on the Gas Detection Unit
• Using the device in potentially explosive atmospheres
• Using the device with detectable defects or defective power switch
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2.2 Duties of the operator
• Read, observe, and follow the information in this manual and in the work
instructions provided by the owner. This concerns in particular the safety and
warning instructions.
• Always observe the complete operating instructions for all work.
• If you have any questions about operation or maintenance that are not answered
in this manual, contact customer service.
2.3 Owner requirements
The following notes are for companies or any person who is responsible for the safety
and effective use of the product by the user, employees or third parties.
Safety-conscious operation
• Operate the device only if it is in perfect technical condition and has no damage.
• Only operate the device properly in accordance with this instruction manual, in a
safety and risk conscious manner.
• Adhere to the following regulations and observe their compliance:
– Intended use
– Universally valid safety and accident prevention regulations
– International, national and local standards and guidelines
– Additional device-related provisions and regulations
• Only use original parts or parts approved by the manufacturer.
• Keep this instruction manual available on site.
Personnel qualifications
• Only instructed personnel should be permitted to work with and on the device. The
instructed personnel must have received training on the device.
• Make sure that authorized personnel have read and understood the instruction
manual and all other applicable documents.
4 | Description INFICON
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4 Description
The SL3000 and SL3000XL sniffer lines are used to locate gas leaks on test
specimens in conjunction with the leak detectors:
SL3000 SL3000XL
Protec P3000 Protec P3000XL
Ecotec E3000 XL3000flex
UL3000 Fab Plus
UL3000 Fab ULTRA
UL6000 Fab
The sniffer lines are available in different lengths and with different sniffer tips, see
“Accessories and spare parts [}21]“.
The sniffer line consists of a multifunction cable, a sniffer handle and a sniffer tip.
There are special sniffer lines for robot applications, see “Scope of delivery [}7]“.
4.1 SL3000
The SL3000 sniffer line pinpoints gas leaks on test specimens in conjunction with the
leak detectors.
Construction
WARNING
Risk of eye damage
LEDs on the sniffer handle produce focused light that can damage the eyes.
► Do not look into the LEDs from a short distance or for longer periods of time.
CAUTION
Danger of blockage due to liquids
Liquid may destroy the device.
► Do not draw in any liquids (e.g. water or adhesives).
The display of the sniffer handle displays part of the information of the main display.
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1
2
3
45
1 Leak rate as bar graph 4 "ZERO" push button
2 Leak rate, numerical 5 Push button (individual
assignment)
3 Measured gas
The leak rate is shown as a bar graph and displayed numerically. The unit of
measurement is the same as on the main display of the respective leak detectors
used.
There are two push buttons on the sniffer handle. Pressing the left button sets the
background display to ZERO. For more information on the functions of these buttons,
refer to the operating instructions of the leak detectors used.
The sniffer handle is equipped with LEDs for work in dimly lit places.
Sniffer tip SL3000
1 2 3 8
9
567
4
10
1 Sinter filter (bronze Poral filter) 5 cone seal
2 O ring 6 Brass capillary filter
3 Stainless steel capillary with
adapter
7 Metal filter
4 Sniffer tip 8 Cotton filter
9 Replacement plastic capillary filter
incl. filter set
10 Water conservation tip
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4.2 SL3000XL
The SL3000XL sniffer line pinpoints gas leaks on test specimens in conjunction with
the leak detectors.
Construction
WARNING
Risk of eye damage
LEDs on the sniffer handle produce focused light that can damage the eyes.
► Do not look into the LEDs from a short distance or for longer periods of time.
CAUTION
Danger of blockage due to liquids
Liquid may destroy the device.
► Do not draw in any liquids (e.g. water or adhesives).
The display of the sniffer handle displays part of the information of the main display.
1
2
3
45
1 Leak rate as bar graph 4 "ZERO" push button
2 Leak rate, numerical 5 Push button (individual
assignment)
3 Measured gas
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