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- Page 1 Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual July 17th 2017 BOREAL LASER INC. GasFinderAB A I R B O R N E S Y S T E M Operation Manual Menu ver. V 1.10.c NDC-200006-C 12846 146 Street NW • Edmonton, Alberta • CANADA • T5L 2H7...
- Page 2 Boreal Laser Inc. makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents of this document. Boreal Laser Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions or any damages resulting from the use of the information contained in this document. Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
- Page 3 • Refer all servicing to qualifi ed personnel only. The equipment contains no user servicable parts. Disclaimer Boreal Laser Inc. assumes no liability or responsibility for issues or harm resulting from the use of this equipment.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual July 17th 2017 BOREAL LASER INC. BOREAL LASER INC. GasFinderAB O p e r a t i o n M a n u a l Contents Section 1. System Description ..................1.1 GasFinderAB ....................... 1.2 Cell .......................... - Page 5 Appendix E — Calibration .................... 9.7 Appendix F — Pre-Ship Settings ................. 9.8 Appendix G — Accessories ..................9.9 Supplementary Appendices ..................9.10 GPS- NMEA-0183 Spec .................... 9.10 Section 10. Drawings ..................... 10.1 1. GF-D-3D-0002-A GasFinderAB ................10.1 2. AB-XX-0001 Airborne Cell ................10.2...
- Page 6 Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual July 17th 2017 Alarm Display Keypad Computer 28VDC Airborne Cell Connection diagram Example of GasMap software program used for displaying data.
- Page 7 Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual July 17th 2017 Remote Display AirborneCell mounted under Helicopter GasFinderAB Mounting bracket Pipeline alongside road Flying along pipeline Pipeline markers can be seen to right of the pylons...
- Page 8 Extended warranty is available, see your Boreal Laser Inc. sales contact for information. Procedure for returning the GasFinderAB If the unit has to be returned for service or repair, please contact Boreal Laser Inc. for a return material authorization (RMA) number and form. An email will be sent containing complete instructions on how to package the unit and containing a shipping address.
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Page 9: Section 1. System Description
The laser light emitted from the transceiver unit propagates through the air in the cell to the retrorefl ector and returns to a photodiode detector. In the GasFinderAB a portion of the laser beam is passed through an onboard reference cell to provide line centering. The returning optical signals are converted into electrical waveforms, which the computer processes to determine the actual concentration of gas in the cell. - Page 10 The unit is confi gured by manually entering values with GasFinderAB a key pad on the remote display unit. The specifi cations for the GasFinderAB are given on page 1.3. • Attached to the GasFinderAB is the remote display unit. This...
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Page 11: Specifi Cations
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — System Description July 17th 2017 Specifi cations GasFinderAB Weight 5.2kg (11.5lb) Dimensions (L x W x H) 290 x 195 x 150mm (11.4 x 7.7 x 5.9 inches) Power Requirements 2A @ 12VDC... -
Page 12: Accessories
Class 1 as per IEC 60825-1) and will not damage eye tissue. However, it is the recommendation of Boreal Laser Inc. that, as with ANY LASER SYSTEM, the user/ operator should avoid staring directly into the output aperture of the instrument. -
Page 13: Section 2. Pre-Installation Checks
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Pre Installation June 17th 2017 Section 2. Pre Installation Checks Tools and Equipment The hand tools found in a hangar are all that are needed for installation. No special equipment is required. Installation on a Bell 206 normally takes 1 hour (15 minutes on a Robinson R44) unless specifi... -
Page 14: Installation - Internal
June 17th 2017 Installation - Internal The GasFinderAB is certifi ed for use in a Bell 206 helicopter. It is normally carried in the rear passenger cabin of the helicopter but can be placed in any location which does not interfere with fl... -
Page 15: Section 3. Installation
Tools Required: The hand tools normally used in a hangar. GasFinderAB Installation of the GasFinderAB is limited to connecting the cables and strapping it down. It can be placed in the rear cabin or in the front cockpit. The routing of... -
Page 16: Cable Connections
‘A’ is negative. ‘B’ is positive. The Cell is connected to the GasFinderAB with a fi breoptic and a coaxial cable. These are already sheathed in a Nylon Spiwrap or Split fl ex cable protector. The cables are normally routed through a window, down the hinge side of the door and down the mounting bracket. -
Page 17: Fibreoptic Cables
USB - Serial Adaptor The GasFinderAB is connected to the computer with a cable having a 15 pin connector at the GasFinderAB end and a 9 pin connector at the computer end which fi ts in the serial connector. If the computer... -
Page 18: Data Cables
DB15M Plug Computer Serial Port GasFinder2 Three wire cable DB9F DB15M The data cable carries the RS232 signal from the GasFinderAB to the computer, which stores and displays the data. Power Cable Amphenol Amphenol PT06E-8- 2P(SR) 9902 PT06E-8- 2S(SR) 9812... -
Page 19: Section 4. Data Input/Output
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Data I/O June 17th 2017 Section 4. Data Input/Output DB15 Connector Pin Signal Signal PCDSR PCRX PCRTS PCTX PCCTS PCDTR +5VDC RCVR Ramp Monitor Data I/O connector I sink (-) I source (+) -
Page 20: Serial Communications
June 17th 2017 Serial Communications The GasFinderAB will transmit serial data at 300 / 1200 / 2400 / 4800 / 9600/ 19200 / 38400 / 57600 / 115200 / 230400 baud, no parity, 8 bits, one stop bit, (i.e., 9600,N,8,1) after each scan. -
Page 21: Date And Time Fi Elds
When data is viewed using the ‘View Data’ window of the GasMap program, the time in the $GFDTA string is taken from the internal clock in the GasFinderAB. When data is downloaded using the GasMap program, the fi le extension is .gvl. The date and time fi... -
Page 22: Data Transmission
Data Transmission GasFinderAB The data cable carries the RS232 signal from the GasFinderAB to the computer which stores and displays the data. The output format from the GPS is given in the NMEA - 0183 standard. This is shown in Appendix H. -
Page 23: Downloading Data
June 17th 2017 Downloading Data The serial data from the GasFinderAB can be viewed using a computer that has a serial port. Boreal Laser Inc. has developed the GasMap program to view and log the data. This program is described fully in the GasMap manual. -
Page 24: Mouse Or Pointer Problems
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Data I/O June 17th 2017 Mouse or Pointer Problems Sometimes, on the fi rst start up of the computer when everything has been connected, the pointer or mouse will not work. This is due to a problem with the windows programing which mistakes the GasFinderAB for a . -
Page 25: Section 5. Operating Instructions
Section 5. Operating Instructions Start Up 1. These start up instructions assume that the GasFinderAB has been set up in accordance with the procedures specifi ed in Section 3, and the unit is connected to the power supply, computer, GPS and the airborne cell. -
Page 26: Menu Details
If in doubt it should be set to 20 5. Altitude: as the GasFinderAB is used for detecting the presence Altitude of gas and not the absolute quantity, the altitude is not required. -
Page 27: System Menus
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Operating Instructions June 17th 2017 6. Absolute Pressure: as the GasFinderAB is used for detecting Absolute Pressure the presence of gas and not the absolute quantity, the pressure 101.325 Pa is not required. It should be set to a nominal sea level pressure of 101.325 Pa. - Page 28 <enter> confi guration to be downloaded to a fi le. The operator can transmit this fi le to Boreal Laser Inc. for analysis. Boreal Laser personnel will instruct if necessary. GasViewOP or Hyperterminal is necessary for the fi le transfer.
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Page 29: Password Protected Menus
‘B’ right corner of the display. 11.4 If the voltage falls below 11.0V the GasFinderAB will shut down to protect the electronics. The data will be stored and can be retrieved when power is restored. This is not an adjustable item. -
Page 30: Aerial Operation
fl y through the plume of gas. It is recommended that the Flight Manual Supplement is read before using the system. Please consult Boreal Laser Inc. for instructions on obtaining a copy of the FMS and other pertinent regulatory information. -
Page 31: Section 6. Maintenance
‘Ports/ViewGasFinderData’ window of GasMap. If the centre line duty cycle is below 300 or above 800 it would be advisable to contact Boreal laser Inc. for instructions. The format of the $GFDBG string is as follows:... -
Page 32: Fibreoptics
Both situations are a cause of light loss. A bend radius of at least 2 cm is preferred. Firbeoptic connections do not deteriorate over time. If they are working well, leave them alone. These cans are available from camera shops and electronic stores or directly from Boreal Laser Inc. -
Page 33: Section 7. Troubleshooting
Verify that the data cable is connected and the cable is OK (see Appendix F) Check that on the voltage between pins 5 and 12 on the GasFinderAB DB15 connector is 5V. When the GasFinderAB is operating, it is possible to see a very short signal pulse between pins 2 and 5 on the DB9 connector at the end of the serial data cable. - Page 34 If the display still shows Cal. Err!, collect an Arrays Transfer File, see page 7.3, and send it to Boreal Laser Inc. together with 30 minutes of data from the .gvl text fi le. This will allow Boreal Laser to diagnose the problem.
- Page 35 • Duty Cycle high Periodically, strings containing diagnostic data ($GFDBG) are sent from the GasFinderAB. These can be seen in the ViewData window of GasMap. If centreline duty cycle is below 300 or above 800 it would be advisable to contact Boreal Laser Inc.
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Page 36: Array Transfers
June 17th 2017 Array Transfers The internal arrays and the various parameters stored internally in the GasFinderAB are a very important diagnostic tool. In cases of suspected problems with the equipment, if data from an Arrays Transfer together with 30min of .gvl data are sent (Emailed) to Boreal Laser Inc., a diagnosis and solution can often be made without the necessity of returning the... -
Page 37: Section 8. The Basics Of Laser Gas Detection
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Tutorial July 17th 2017 Section 8. The Basics of Laser Gas Detection L A S E R Laser is an acronym for: Light Amplifi cation by Stimulated Emission of Radiation In principle, the laser is a tube with a mirror at each end. -
Page 38: Gas Detection With A Laser
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Tutorial July 17th 2017 Gas Detection with a Laser Every gas is composed of atoms or molecules. If the target gas is hydrogen fl uoride, then one atom of hydrogen would have combined with one atom of fl uoride to give one molecule of hydrogen fl... -
Page 39: Retrorefl Ectors
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Tutorial July 17th 2017 Retrorefl ectors The laser beam is transmitted to a retrorefl ector made with a special type of corner cube arrangement. This causes the signal to be refl ected directly back to the detector in the transmitter enclosure. -
Page 40: Glossary Of Common Terms And Abbreviations
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Tutorial July 17th 2017 Glossary of Common Terms and Abbreviations absorption lines Dark lines in the spectrum due to absorption of the light. absorption wavelength The wavelength at which a gas absorbs light. -
Page 41: Section 9. Appendices
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Page 43: Appendix B - Status Codes
GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Appendices July 17th 2017 Appendix B — Status Codes When the GasFinderAB is used in conjunction with ‘Hyperterminal’ or Boreal Laser’s ‘GasMap’ data-logging program, the data stream which is sent to the fi le is as follows: $GFDTA, 7.7,... -
Page 44: Appendix C - Explanation Of Ppmm
10ppm. A point sensor measures directly in ppm. Open path monitors, like the GasFinderAB, measure the total amount of a specifi c gas, for example CH4, in the path of the laser beam between the transmitter unit and a refl ector. -
Page 45: Appendix D - Explanation Of R2
July 17th 2017 Appendix D — Explanation of R When the GasFinderAB receives the returning laser signal after it has passed through the sample gas, the receiver converts it to the shape of a specifi c waveform or curve. This is the sample waveform. - Page 46 Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Appendices July 17th 2017 Explanation of R (continued) A typical plot of concentration versus R will give the following graph: With lower levels of sample gas, the R decrease, and equal zero when there is no gas present.
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Page 47: Appendix E - Calibration
GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Appendices July 17th 2017 Appendix E — Calibration The GasFinderAB is shipped already calibrated and does not require any calibration in the fi eld. The calibration of the GasFinderAB is done by passing a known concentration of gas through a test cell, which is placed in the path of the laser beam. -
Page 48: Appendix F - Pre-Ship Settings
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Appendices July 17th 2017 Appendix F — Pre-Ship Settings Pre-Ship Checkout Sheet for GasFinder 2.0 Aug 2012 Checked by Date Serial # Software version Coldfire v1.10.c Main Menu Setting Password Protected menu Setting Concentration Units Ref. -
Page 49: Appendix G - Accessories
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Appendices July 17th 2017 Appendix G — Accessories GasFinderAB Power Supply GasFinderAB Manual Battery Hand held display Power Cable Calibration Documentation Battery Charger Power Supply 28V to 12V Software GasMap Software (version #... - Page 50 Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Appendices July 17th 2017 Appendix H — NEMA GPS specifi cations 9.10...
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Page 51: Section 10. Drawings
Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Drawings July 17th 2017 Section 10. Drawings 1. GF-D-3D-0002-A GasFinderAB 2. AB-XX-0001 Airborne Cell 10.1... - Page 52 Boreal Laser Inc. GasFinderAB Operation Manual — Drawings July 17th 2017 This page intentionally left blank. 10.2...
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- Page 55 51.000 1295.40 47.500 1206.50 10.488 266.39 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED: BOREAL LASER INC NAME DATE 7/29/2008 DRAWN DIMENSIONS ARE IN mm [Inches] CHECKED ENG APPR. MFG APPR. Q.A. Desc. AB Cell Notes: General Dimensions DWG. NO. AB-XX-0001...
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