Sonotec SONAPHONE RD Operating Manual

Sonotec SONAPHONE RD Operating Manual

Ultrasonic leak detector and seal control device

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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
E-mail:
Info@spectrum-instruments.com
Ultrasonic
Leak Detector and Seal Control Device
SONAPHONE
RD

Operating Manual

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  • Page 1: Operating 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 E-mail: Info@spectrum-instruments.com Ultrasonic Leak Detector and Seal Control Device SONAPHONE Operating Manual...
  • Page 2 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (01/08) Ultraschall - Lecksuch - und Dichtheitsprüfgerät SONAPHONE E Bedienungsanleitung BA_SPHRD_engl_080129 page 2...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 ..................
  • Page 4: General Safety Instructions For The Use Of The Sonaphone Rd

    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.
  • Page 5 (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.
  • Page 6: Scope Of Delivery

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 •...
  • Page 7: Overall View Of The Device And The Accessory

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Overall view of the device and the accessory operating manual body sound probe waterproof SONAPHONE T charger body sound probe headphone air sound probe SONAPHONE RD directional tube with tip BA_SPHRD_engl_080129 page 7...
  • Page 8: Function Description

    • at flash-overs and corona discharges on electrical installations With the help of SONAPHONE RD, faults can exactly get located their size can get assessed. SONAPHONE T is used to detect leaking spots on vehicles, containers and ventilation systems, where no ultrasound is produced.
  • Page 9: Connections, Operating- And Display Elements Of The Sonaphone Rd And Its Functions

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Connections, operating- and display elements of the SONAPHONE RD and its functions BA_SPHRD_engl_080129 page 9...
  • Page 10: Starting Up

    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.
  • Page 11 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 SONAPHONE RD (see section "Application of the probes“). An air sound probe is normally used for leak detection.
  • Page 12: Charging The Batteries

    (...) 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.
  • Page 13: Ultrasonic Transmitter Sonaphone T

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Ultrasonic transmitter SONAPHONE T 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.
  • Page 14: Charging The Batteries

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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).
  • Page 15: Application Of The Probes

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (...) 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.
  • Page 16 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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.
  • Page 17 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). BA_SPHRD_engl_080129 page 17...
  • Page 18 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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. BA_SPHRD_engl_080129 page 18...
  • Page 19: Usage Of The Accessories

    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.
  • Page 20: Trouble Shooting

    SONAPHONE RD for defect of charging an inspection circuit (...) Maintenance The device SONAPHONE RD, the probes and the accessories have a solid device construction. Nevertheless, they have to be protected BA_SPHRD_engl_080129 page 20...
  • Page 21 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ against mechanical damages and heavy impact loads. It is only allowed to use solventless detergents. BA_SPHRD_engl_080129 page 21...
  • Page 22 SONAPHONE RD. The device should be switched on until the green LED will begin to sparkle. Pay attention that the SONAPHONE RD has an integrated Auto-Power-Off-function which switches off the device 10 minutes after switching on.
  • Page 23: Technical Data (Sonaphone Rd)

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Technical data (SONAPHONE RD) • operating about 40 kHz frequency: • plugs: ultrasonic probes headphone charging power pack • display: digital on a LC-Display (0..140 scale steps) with backlight or on a LED-scale (10 steps) • internal loudspeaker • storage of the maximum value is switchable on or off •...
  • Page 24: Technical Data (Sonaphone T)

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Technical data (SONAPHONE T) • operating ca. 40 kHz frequency: • integrated airsound ultrasonic generator • plugs: for external sounder charger • transmitting power: can be switched (normal/double) • frequency modulation: can be switched (high/low) • Auto-Power-Off-function • voltage supply: internal batteries •...
  • Page 25 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ BA_SPHRD_engl_080129 page 25...
  • Page 26: Warranty

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Warranty The SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH guarantees the SONAPHONE RD and its accessories for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Within the warranty period SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH will repair all defects caused by faulty...

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