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- Page 1 Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual November 2018 Southern Cross Inc. 3175 Corners North Court Peachtree Corners, GA 30071 www.southerncrossinc.com 1 (800) 241-5057...
- Page 2 Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL FLAME PACK SERIES 400 Serial #: ___________________ Owner: ___________________ Date: _____________________ Search: ___________________ Center: ___________________ Manual P/N 211.410K Updated 11292018...
- Page 3 Proprietary Notice The intellectual and design contents of this manual are the exclusive property of Southern Cross Inc. Reproduction in its entirety or in part, without the express written consent of Southern Cross Inc., is prohibited. Southern Cross Inc. reserves the right to make continuous improvement to manual designs and components of its manufactured devices.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual Contents 1.0: Southern Cross Service Policy ....................... 5 2.0: General Description ..........................6 3.0: Specifications ............................7 4.0: Principles of Operation ......................... 8 5.0: Flame Pack Safety Guidelines ....................... 9 6.0: Part Identification ..........................10 7.0: Changing Batteries .......................... -
Page 5: Southern Cross Service Policy
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 1.0: Southern Cross Service Policy Southern Cross will repair a FLAME PACK 400, which under normal use and service develops any problem that is the fault of the Manufacturer, with no charge to the customer for parts and labor. -
Page 6: General Description
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 2.0: General Description The Model 400 Flame Pack is a hydrocarbon gas detector that employs hydrogen flame ionization as the detection method. The Model 400 is designed to be hand carried as a single unit. It eliminates shoulder straps, harnesses, interconnecting tubes, and cords. -
Page 7: Specifications
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 3.0: Specifications • Weight (total carried): 5 pounds • Shipping Weight: 18 pounds • Reaction Time: 2-3 seconds • Operating Noise: None • Fuel Capacity: 300cc @ 1800psi • Battery Life: 3-4 days (Alkaline) •... -
Page 8: Principles Of Operation
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 4.0: Principles of Operation Detection When a hydrocarbon is burned, ionization occurs. Ions are electrically charged particles that appear in the flame. In the Model 400 Flame Pack, all hydrocarbons in the sample are burned in a hydrogen flame where an electrical potential has been placed. -
Page 9: Flame Pack Safety Guidelines
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 5.0: Flame Pack Safety Guidelines WARNING!! 1. No smoking or open flames when filling with fuel. 2. Keep supply cylinder securely mounted with valve protector in place when not in use. 3. Never tighten or loosen fittings under pressure. 4. -
Page 10: Part Identification
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 6.0: Part Identification 6.0: Part Identification Figure 3: Part Identification Number Number Name Name Description Description SCC 276.400K Detect Probe SCC 276.400K Detect Probe Supplies voltage to the cell and detects Supplies voltage to the cell and detects current flow due to ionization... - Page 11 Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual WARNING: Never use Flame Pack Model 400 with Exhaust Flame Arrestor removed or damaged. SCC 281.414K Quick Connect (QC) This is a fitting with an internal check valve Body with Flame Arrestor (popit), a ¼”...
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Page 12: Changing Batteries
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 7.0: Changing Batteries MAKE SURE RANGE SWITCH IS OFF. Loosen ¼ turn screw. Pull black handle to remove. Remove spacer. Remove old batteries from battery bracket/handle assembly by pulling each one straight away from contacts. -
Page 13: Filling The Fuel Cylinder
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 8.0: Filling the Fuel Cylinder WARNING! The hydrogen/nitrogen fuel mix is a high-pressure combustible gas. This fuel must be handled with the proper care. Remember, NO SMOKING or OPEN FLAMES when fueling Flame Pack. Connect the refill assembly to a take of 40% hydrogen/60% nitrogen fuel (see Figure 6). - Page 14 Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual Fill Assembly Gauge Purge (“bleeder”) fitting Fill Tank 60% Nitrogen/40% Hydrogen Figure 6: Filling the Fuel Cylinder Figure 6A: Flame Pack Instruments 1. Igniter 2. LED (visual indicator) 3. Meter 4. Toggle Switch 5.
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Page 15: Changing Filters
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 9.0: Changing Filters 1. PRIMARY FILTER Change the primary filter in the filter housing a minimum of once a day. a. Place spring into filter housing, large end down b. Place the smaller (closed) end of the filter element into the SMALL end of the spring. -
Page 16: Pre-Start Check
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 10.0: Pre-Start Check A calibration test should always be performed in clean air. The test should be preceded by a visual inspection to ensure all components are intact, and an operational test (“bump test”) to ensure all functions are operational. -
Page 17: Calibration Test Instructions
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 11.0: Calibration Test Instructions If the Flame Pack passes visual inspection, proceed with the following calibration test. 1. Ensure fuel cylinder has at least 200 psi of fuel. This is the minimum to operate the instrument. -
Page 18: Survey Procedure
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 12.0: Survey Procedure 1. Perform pre-checks and calibration tests as described in Sections 8 through 11. 2. Using the adjustment knob, set the meter slightly below the alarm point. This setting must be monitored due to changes in background hydrocarbon levels. -
Page 19: Shut Down Procedure
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 13.0: Shut Down Procedure 1. Place thumb over intake cone. This will put out the flame by stopping the air flow. Both audible and visual alarms should come on within 3 seconds. 2. -
Page 20: Operating Suggestions And Cautions
Empty intake cone e. See troubleshooting section of manual, Section 17. f. Call Southern Cross Corp. Customer Service Department at (770) 441-0403 or 1 (800) 241-5057. 9. To decrease the risk of corrosion from perspiration on and in the handle/battery bracket assembly, wear a terry wrist band (sweat band) on the hand holding the Flame Pack. -
Page 21: Cleaning The Flame Pack 400 And Case
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 15.0: Cleaning the Flame Pack 400 and Case Cleaning the Flame Pack is essential for proper operation. Perform steps 1 through 5 every day Flame Pack is used! 1. Remove the top of the filter housing, plug, and screen. Remove filter, spring, and gasket. Keep dirty filters separate. -
Page 22: Cleaning The Filters And Intake System
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 16.0: Cleaning the Filters and Intake System Cleaning the Sintered Bronze Filters: 1. Fill sink or clean non-glass container with very warm water and soap solution. 2. Wash filters by vigorously shaking them. 3. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide
5. If new batteries get hot, there is an internal short and the Flame Pack needs to be returned to Southern Cross for repair. If assistance is needed, call Southern Cross Customer Service Department at (770) 441-0403 or 1 (800) 241-5057. -
Page 24: Returning Equipment For Repair
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 18.0: Returning Equipment for Repair Shipping Address Southern Cross 3175 Corners North Court Peachtree Corner, GA 30071 Suggested Method UPS or FedEx. Use next day or second day air for quick delivery. -
Page 25: Operating Supplies
Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual 19.0: Operating Supplies Operating Supplies Number Name SCC 100.163 Test Gas, 50 ppm SCC 211.410K Manual, 400 FP SCC 450.050 Aero-Duster SCC 452.010K Cleaner, Cleaning Intake System Manual P/N 211.410K Updated 11292018... -
Page 26: Flame Pack Fuel
Due to the specialized nature of the equipment to produce this gas, it is not available from Southern Cross Corp. it should be purchased directly from a specialty gas supplier such as NexAir, Matheson, Scientific Gas Products, or Linde. Our experience has shown that mixtures purchased from discount suppliers or welding shops are not always reliable and may cause the instrument to malfunction. - Page 27 • Response test • Survey technique • Shutdown and storage The video (Part No. SCC 211.004) is available from Southern Cross. To order, call our Peachtree Corners office at (800) 241-5057, order by fax at (770) 662-5228, or email request to sales@southerncrosscorp.com.
- Page 28 (800) 241-5057 All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Leak Survey Kit Leaking gas lines mean lost revenues – Southern Cross is your partner in gas leakage control. Contact Southern Cross today to discuss a cost-effective plan for your company! • Survey in rugged or hard to access areas.
- Page 29 Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual CALIBRATION TEST KIT FOR MODEL 400 FLAME PACK Now an entire calibration testing kit in an aerosol can for a quick and convenient method of checking the calibration of the Model 400 Flame Pack. CONVENIENT –...
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