8.3.4
Reference gas from the gas cylinder
For a sufficient measuring ability, the reference gas pressure must be at least 2 000 hPa +/-
150 hPa above the sample gas pressure.
1. Use a reference gas line with the following characteristics at measuring spans of < 2%:
– Small cross-section, e.g., pipe diameter 1/16"
– Made of metal, e.g., stainless steel
2. Flush the reference gas line thoroughly with reference gas before commissioning.
3. Check the reference gas line for leaks to avoid unnecessary losses:
– Close the valve at the gas cylinder.
– If the pressure display on the pressure reducer does not drop by more than 1 000 hPa/
8.3.5
Checking the reference gas flow
1. Close the sample gas inlet.
2. Lay a hose with an internal diameter of 4 mm from the sample gas outlet into a beaker filled
with water.
3. Apply reference gas to the analyzer module.
The reference gas must exit slowly with 1 to 2 bubbles per second through the water filling (at
versions with flow-type compensation circuit, 2 to 4 bubbles per second). The reference gas
flow rate is then sufficient.
8.3.6
Sample gas inlet conditions
Prevent condensation of the sample gas in the gas path by using suitable measures.
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min, the gas connection is sufficiently tight.
In the case of two-stage pressure reducers, the inlet pressure must not drop by more
than 1 000 hPa/min.
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