Superior AccuTrak VPE User Manual

Superior AccuTrak VPE User Manual

3rd generation

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VPE-GN
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USER'S MANUAL
www.SuperiorSignal.com
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Superior Signal Company LLC 2015

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  • Page 1 Models: VPE VPE-GN & Generation USER’S MANUAL www.SuperiorSignal.com © Superior Signal Company LLC 2015...
  • Page 2 Instruments in its class. With even greater sensitivity and a number of new features unique to the VPE, no competitive ultrasonic instruments even come close. Even with all the improvements shown below, Superior Signal has priced all New 3 Generation VPE instruments at the same level as the previous generation of instruments.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ® VPE User’s Manual © 2015 Superior Signal Company LLC AccuTrak TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......................... 3 DESCRIPTION ..........................4 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION ..................... 5 A NOTE ABOUT SENSITIVITY ....................6 OPERATION ..........................7 BACKGROUND NOISE ......................9 Methods of reducing background noise interference............... 9 TIPS ON USE ..........................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Superior Signal Company LLC. The Superior AccuTrak line offers an incredible range of capabilities, using patented technology that provides real-world performance far superior to any other instruments in their class, yet at amazingly affordable prices. That’s why we say: You have to ®...
  • Page 5: Description

    ® VPE User’s Manual © 2015 Superior Signal Company LLC AccuTrak DESCRIPTION ® The Superior AccuTrak VPE is a non-invasive leak detector that can detect both pressure and vacuum leaks. It is a classical ultrasonic leak detector, however, it contains a technology level that sets a new standard for the state of the art.
  • Page 6: Principle Of Operation

    ® VPE User’s Manual © 2015 Superior Signal Company LLC AccuTrak PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION ® The principle of operation of the AccuTrak VPE is based on the turbulent flow of fluids and gasses. Turbulent flow has a high content of ultrasound.
  • Page 7: A Note About Sensitivity

    ® VPE User’s Manual © 2015 Superior Signal Company LLC AccuTrak What this all means... ® VPE detects ultrasound – NOT refrigerant, or the presence of The AccuTrak ® a specific gas. It is NOT a sniffer. Because of this fact, the AccuTrak function in areas where heavy wind or a concentration of fumes renders other detectors useless.
  • Page 8: Operation

    ® VPE User’s Manual © 2015 Superior Signal Company LLC AccuTrak OPERATION NOTE: Do NOT hold the button down while using the instrument, as was necessary with the previous versions. Please read all instructions below. To use the system, plug the headphones into the jack located on the right side of the instrument.
  • Page 9 ® VPE User’s Manual © 2015 Superior Signal Company LLC AccuTrak detected, it will be indicated by an increase in the LED meter, and a rushing sound will be heard in the headset. This sound will become more intense, and the meter reading will increase as the instrument is pointed closer to the leak point.
  • Page 10: Background Noise

    ® VPE User’s Manual © 2015 Superior Signal Company LLC AccuTrak BACKGROUND NOISE ® The AccuTrak VPE detects a narrow band of ultrasonic sound, therefore although there may appear to be overwhelming background noise, the sound may not be within the detection range of the instrument. Notice that you can yell directly into the sensor and your voice will not be translated in the headset.
  • Page 11: Tips On Use

    If you have another headset available, such as that from a portable radio (with a 3.5 mm plug), try it. If you determine that the headset is defective, contact Superior Signal or your wholesaler for replacement. Not sure unit is working? Can the unit hear the blink of your eyes? If it can, chances are it is working fine.
  • Page 12: Other Applications

    Use your imagination, and you will find many additional uses to save time, prevent ® failures, and save money using the Superior AccuTrak VPE. Electrical Arcing A jump in electrical current or Arc, will make a popping, frying, or buzzing ®...
  • Page 13: Touchprobe Accessory

    ® VPE User’s Manual © 2015 Superior Signal Company LLC AccuTrak Touch Probe Accessory (Not applicable to the VPE-GN) Ultrasound not only travels through air but solid materials as well. The ® patented AccuTrak VPE Touch Probe accessory is used to detect...
  • Page 14: Battery Installation

    ® VPE User’s Manual © 2015 Superior Signal Company LLC AccuTrak BATTERY INSTALLATION ® There is a sliding battery door located on the back of the AccuTrak VPE. To install or change the battery, please follow these instructions:  Turn the unit over so that the controls are facing the floor, and the sensor is facing away from your body.
  • Page 15: Warranty

    1 year to be free of manufacturing defects that adversely affect performance. Warranty does not cover any shipping charges to and/or from Superior. Should an instrument fail within the 1 year warranty period, the unit will be repaired or replaced, provided the instrument has not been tampered with or abused.

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