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- Page 1 O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L D-TEK Refrigerant Leak Detector...
- Page 2 Vice President-Quality Assurance INFICON Inc. ANY QUESTIONS RELATIVE TO THIS DECLARATION OR TO THE SAFETY OF INFICON’S PRODUCTS SHOULD BE DIRECTED, IN WRITING, TO THE QUALITY ASSURANCE DEPARTMENT AT THE ABOVE ADDRESS. THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE INSTRUMENT.
- Page 3 Laboratory Accurate, Toolbox Tough . With normal use and little special care, your D-TEK Refrigerant Leak Detector from INFICON will give you years of trouble-free service. The D-TEK’s High-Performance Features • Electrochemical heated-diode sensor •...
- Page 4 PRESENCE OF GASOLINE, NATURAL GAS, PROPANE, OR IN OTHER COMBUSTIVE ATMOSPHERES. Installing the Sensor The D-TEK Refrigerant Leak Detector is shipped with the heated- diode sensor packed separately. The sensor is located in the foil protective package along with a desiccant capsule to keep it dry.
- Page 5 Charging the Power Cells Because the D-TEK’s power cells are nickel/cadmium, they are not yet charged. To charge them, connect the cord of the AC power adapter to the power jack at the rear of the instrument, and plug the adapter into the appropriate mains outlet.
- Page 6 • When the D-TEK signals a leak, pull the probe away from the leak for a moment, then bring it back to pinpoint the location.
- Page 7 Two DC power cords are also available, designed to charge and power the D-TEK from your vehicle’s battery. One DC power cord plugs into your cigarette lighter; the other has battery clips. As with the AC adapter, the D-TEK can be operated while connected to the 12-volt supply. Note: Power cells must be installed in the detector for proper operation.
- Page 8 • Connect the AC power adapter cord to the instrument, and plug the adapter into a working outlet or • Connect one of the DC cords to the D-TEK, and tap the power from your vehicle’s battery. Allow 10 hours for a full charge. You can operate the leak detector on any of its power cords while the power cells are charging.
- Page 9 Changing the Sensor The D-TEK’s electrochemical heated-diode sensing element is located in the tip of the probe. This specialized sensor will operate for about 100 hours. At that point, you should replace the sensor: •...
- Page 10 Be sure you either have charged power cells or you are operating the D-TEK off the AC adapter. • After the D-TEK goes through its warm up and all the yellow LED’s turn off, move the sensitivity switch from HIGH to LOW and then back to HIGH.
- Page 11 To identify which area may be the problem you should: • Turn your D-TEK on and verify the pump is running by listening for a high pitched motor sound. If you do not hear this sound, the pump system has failed.
- Page 12 The above failures require you to take your leak detector to your wholesaler for handling. Problem Your D-TEK will not power up (even after charging the proper time) or all the lights illuminate with no audio sound. Diagnostics/Remedy This problem can be caused by power cells that need to be recharged, improperly installed power cells, power cells that have shorted or a faulty AC power adapter.
- Page 13 • Check that the power cells are installed properly. The positive (button) end of each power cell should be inserted first (toward the front of the instrument). • Visually check that the power cells are free of oxidation or other residue.
- Page 14 Install the sensor and test the detector. • If the D-TEK has not been used for 5 weeks or greater, humidity may have been absorbed by the “core” of the sensor. Turn the D-TEK on with the sensitivity switch in the HIGH position.
- Page 15 Replacement Parts and Accessories Replacement parts and accessories for your INFICON D-TEK Refrigerant Leak Detector are available through the same dealer from whom you bought the instrument. Molded plastic case ..........703-059-P1 Headphones ............032-404 12-volt cord with battery clips, 12 ft....... 703-056-P1 12-volt cord with cigarette-lighter plug, 12 ft ..
- Page 16 Instrument Features and Specifications (Continued) Features: • Power on/off switch • High/low sensitivity switch • Automatic background zeroing • Several power options: -AC power wall adapter with 6' cord (100, 120, 220, or 240 VAC) -3 NiCd rechargeable 1/2 D size power cells, good for greater than 6 hrs.
- Page 17 FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE or otherwise. All such other warranties are expressly disclaimed. INFICON shall have no liability in excess of the price paid to INFICON for the instrument plus return transportation charges prepaid. INFICON shall have no liability for any incidental or consequential damages.
- Page 18 Special Information for Automotive Technicians INFICON’s D-TEK Refrigerant Leak Detector Model #703-005-GX is designed certified by MET Laboratories, Inc. to meet SAE J1627, “Rating Criteria for Electronic Refrigerant Leak Detectors” for R12, R22, and R134a. The following SAE Recommended Practice...
- Page 19 Special Information for Automotive Technicians (Continued) so that no areas of potential leaks are missed. If a leak is found, always continue to test the remainder of the system. 7. At each area checked, the probe shall be moved around the location, at a rate no more than 25 to 50 mm/second (1 to 2 inches/second) and no more than 5 mm (1/4 inch) from the surface completely around the position.
- Page 20 T W O T E C H N O L O G Y P L A C E E A S T S Y R A C U S E , N Y 1 3 0 5 7 - 9 7 1 4 U S A Phone: +315.434.1100 Fax: +315.437.3803 Email: reachus@inficon.com www.inficon.com 074-338-P1A...
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