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Important Information Important Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that information within these Operating Instructions is correct at the time of release, but Continental Automotive cannot accept responsibility for any errors that may occur. The information in these Operating Instructions is subject to change without notice, and does not represent a commitment on the part of Continental Automotive.
Health And Safety The equipment is not weatherproof and should not be used outside in rain or snow. The internal circuits and components of the analyser should not be tampered with. No internal parts are operator serviceable. Operators should exercise due caution with regard to the engine fan and associated belts. Always provide ventilation by using an exhaust gas extraction system or by having an adequate supply of fresh air.
DX260-1xx SMOKEHEAD (Cabled) The DX260-1 Smokehead is plugged in to a connector positioned on its cradle base. The base is then connected to the host equipment. The appropriate Sampling Pipe is then connected to the Smokehead.
Sampling pipe DX210-6 is used for vertical exhausts. Hang the sampling pipe and the sampling head as shown in the illustration. For very high exhausts, an extension pole 1.5 m or 2 m length may be fitted to the sampling head using an extension kit DX260-160L (1.5m) or DX260-160H (2.0m) as illustrated.
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Sampling Pipes Sampling pipe DX210-5C The sampling pipe DX210-5C has remote control and is used to access mid-chassis exhausts on large commercial vehicles. To use, hold the sampling pipe and the sampling head as shown in the illustration with the arm rest under the forearm. The head of the pipe has a pivoting action so that the 'aim' of the pipe can be changed by moving one arm forwards or backwards relative to the other arm.
NOTE: manual. WIRELESS SMOKEHEAD OPERATION (DX260-1BT) For wireless systems the operation of the equipment is identical to the cabled systems but a wireless Smokehead (DX260-1BT) is utilised. Blue flashing LED indicates battery charging operation When the equipment is first switched on the smokehead...
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Battery Charging Care, Modes & Endurance: The DX260-1BT wireless Smokehead contains a Multi-Cell Rechargeable Battery designed to give a maximum of 1.5 hours endurance from a full charge. The Smokehead must always be replaced on the charging cradle in between tests.
Battery Charging To recover from ‘Sleep’ mode, the Smokehead should be put back in its Charging Cradle, and the LED function observed. 2. Smokehead returned to Charging Cradle: FAST CHARGE (2.5 flashes per second): The Smokehead is in ‘Fast Charge’ Mode. The battery should fully charge within 1.5 hours. TOP-UP CHARGE (1 flash per second): The Fast Charge cycle has completed and the battery is being brought to full charge.
Maintenance Of The Smokehead Serial numbers Serial number locations are as follows • Smokehead internal - Underneath the lens housing (remove end cap for access). • Smokehead external – on underside of Smokehead. Checking the Smokehead serial number CLEANING SAMPLING PIPES Under normal circumstances the sampling head does not require cleaning.
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Lens Cleaning Two lenses are fitted in the smokehead, one at either end. The Smokemeter checks the cleanliness of the lenses at the start of each test, and the PC will provide a warning when cleaning is required. Note orientation of lens housing (arrow up) Accessing a lens The cleaning procedure is as follows.
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Smokehead Cable And Fan Renewal Should the cable become damaged and require renewal, the procedure is as follows. Unscrew the knurled knob (1) and remove the end cap. Remove the four countersunk screws (2) which secure the internal fan and grille to the smokehead end plate.
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Smokehead Battery Replacement (DX260-1BT ONLY) Should the battery pack require renewal, the procedure is as follows. Unscrew the knurled knob (1) and open up both end caps. Remove the four panhead screws (2) & (3) securing the end plates and carefully ease the plates clear of the housing.
Oil Temperature Probes ADAPTERS The DX211-11 and DX211-11BT Temperature Probe Adapters are used in conjunction with the DX210-25A or DX210-26 oil probes for engine temperature measurements. The DX211-11 is hard-wired to the smokemeter; the DX211-11BT communicates via wireless technology. DX211-11BT DX211-11 Wireless Temperature Probe Adapter Cabled Temperature Probe Adapter...
Engine Tachometers RPM TACHO - Battery CDSS6 (DX211-12) The CDSS6 RPM Tacho provides a signal via an RS232 comms lead DX230-261. The comms lead is connected directly to the host equipment. The CDSS6 derives its power from the vehicle battery. DX230-261 (RS232 cable) CDSS6/CDSS6BT...
Engine Tachometers BATTERY TACHO CDSS6,CDSS6BT (DX211-12, DX211-12BT) Battery sensing type for Petrol and Diesel Engines This adapter measures the frequency modulation ripple of the alternator across the battery terminals, and converts this information into engine speed signal.CDSS6BT and DX211-12BT are wireless variants Connections STATUS LED...
- 2m Standard (for CDSS6) Cable – Smokehead Cable Assembly - 10m Standard A2C89476700 DAS00497 DX260-1BT/01 Battery Pack (For use with DX260-1BT Head only) - A2C88489000 DX230-130/16 Fan Kit (Replacement fan for DX260-1 & DX260-1BT) - A2C88247300 Oil Temperature Probes - 2.5m (Use with DX211-11 or DX211-11BT)
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Consumables Temperature Probe Adapters (use with DX210-25A and DX210-26 probes) - 5m cabled Adapter A2C88694100 DX211-11 - Wireless Probe Adapter DX211-11BT A2C89185500...
Tel: 0121 725 1400 e-m ail: support@cryptontechnology.com Crypton can provide information and contracts covering the following: Software Support Contracts; Software Updates & Accessories. Overseas Customers Service and spare parts cover outside the UK is provided by the agent from whom your equipment was purchased.
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ATL can be added to the majority of Crypton’s existing emission products. ATL can be purchased using Crypton Finance to assist with financial planning and cash flow. E & O E. The Company reserves the right to introduce improvements in design or specification without prior notice.
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