Summary of Contents for Reed Instruments C-383
- Page 1 C-383 Combustible Gas Leak Detector Instruction Manual www.REEDINSTRUMENTS.com GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Product Support ................... 12 Introduction Thank you for purchasing your REED C-383 Combustible Gas Leak Detector. Please read the following instructions carefully before using your instrument. By following the steps outlined in this manual your meter will provide years of reliable service. -
Page 3: Product Quality
Product Quality This product has been manufactured in an ISO 9001 facility and has been calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet the stated product specifications. If a certificate of calibration is required please contact the nearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center. Please note an additional fee for this service will apply. -
Page 4: Features
Features • Detects a wide range of combustible gases including: gasoline, pro- pane, natural gas and fuel oil • Quick response and high accuracy detects small leaks • 15" (390mm) gooseneck for hard to reach areas • Designed for one-handed operation • Ambient concentration reset function • User adjustable sensitivity (High/Low) • Tricolor visual indicator • Audible (buzzer) and visual (LED) alarm indicators • Self test sequence on start-up • Low battery indicator and auto shut off • User replaceable sensor Included • Reference Leak Source • Hard Carrying Case • Batteries www.REEDINSTRUMENTS.com GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com... -
Page 5: Specifications
Specifications Detected Gases: Natural Gas, Methane, Benzene, Ethane, Propane, Butane, Acetone, Alcohol, Ammonia, Gasoline, Jet Fuel, Industrial Solvents, Lacquer, Paint Thinner, Naptha Sensitivity: 5ppm (Gasoline) General Specifications Sensor Type: Heated semiconductor gas sensor Display: Tricolor LED bar indicator Alarm: Audible (buzzer) and Visual (bar indicator) Sensitivity Settings: Low and High Warm-up Time: 10 seconds Response Time: Less than 1 second Auto Shut-Off: Yes (after 10 minutes) Low Battery Indicator: Power Supply: 4 x AA Batteries Battery Life: Approximately 40 hours Product Certifications: CE, RoHS Probe Length:... -
Page 6: Instrument Description
3. LED Leak Indicators 4. Low Sensitivity Button 5. High Sensitivity Button 6. Low Battery Indicator 7. Power ON/OFF & Reset Button 8. Battery Cover 9. Battery Cover Screw C-383 LED Leak Indicator Ambient Concentration Indication www.REEDINSTRUMENTS.com GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at:... -
Page 7: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Some environmental conditions may cause inaccurate readings such as; high pollutant environments, large temperature variations, high wind velocity, environments containing combustible gases, environments containing organic solvents, adhesive vapors, fuel gases or vesicants. Power ON/OFF & Concentration Reset Press the button to turn the meter on. -
Page 8: Measuring Procedure
Measuring Procedure It is recommended to position the tip of the sensor probe within 1/4 inch (6 mm) of the suspected leak source. Slowly move the sensor probe past each possible leakage point. Note: Fast movement of the sensor probe or blowing into the sensor tip will affect the air flow over the sensor and cause the unit to alarm. When a leak is detected, an audible tone will sound and the LED leak indicators will light from right to left; green (low concentration) to orange (medium concentration) to red (high concentration). Increasing... -
Page 9: Sensitivity Adjustment
Sensitivity Adjustment This unit provides two levels of sensitivity. When the unit is switched ON it is set to high sensitivity by default. To change the sensitivity, press Sensitivity button. The two left green LED's will then flash indicating low sensitivity has been selected. -
Page 10: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement When the low battery power is running low, the red LED low battery indicator will illuminate confirming that the batteries will need to be replaced. Loosen the battery cover screw and remove the battery cover located on the bottom of the instrument as shown below. Install 4 x "AA" batteries. -
Page 11: Accessories And Replacement Parts
REED Instruments guarantees this instrument to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment. During the warranty period, REED Instruments will repair or replace, at no charge, products or parts of a product that proves to be defective because of improper material or workmanship, under normal use and maintenance. -
Page 12: Product Disposal And Recycling
Product Support If you have any questions on your product, please contact your authorized REED distributor or REED Instruments Customer Service by phone at 1-877-849-2127 or by email at info@reedinstruments.com. Please visit www.REEDINSTRUMENTS.com for the most up-to-date manuals, datasheets, product guides and software. - Page 13 TEST & MEASURE WITH CONFIDENCE CHECK OUT OUR LATEST PRODUCTS! www.REEDINSTRUMENTS.com GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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