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English Instruction and operation manual S531 Ultrasonic Leak Detector...
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The device is designed exclusively for the described application. SUTO offers no guarantee for the suitability for any other purpose. SUTO is also not liable for consequential damage resulting from the delivery, capability or use of this device.
9.5.1 Edit or delete a leak record..........24 9.5.2 Edit or delete a project............26 9.6 Export project files ............28 9.6.1 Export to a USB drive............28 9.6.2 Copy from S531 to PC ............28 9.7 Import project files to LMS..........28 10 Maintenance................29 10.1 Self-test................29 10.2 Updating the firmware............29 10.3 Resetting the device............32...
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13.2 Turn on or off Noise Cancellation........35 13.3 Switching to the wireless mode..........36 13.4 Switching to the wired mode..........36 13.5 Pairing a new headset with the S531........37 13.6 Care and maintenance............38 S531...
• Never point the laser at smooth and reflective surfaces. This can lead to a reflection of the laser. WARNING! Voltage used for supply! Any contact with energized parts of the product, may lead to a electrical shock which can lead to serious injuries or even death! S531...
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Measurement values can be affected by malfunction! The device must be used properly and frequently maintained, otherwise it may lead to wrong measurement values that can lead to wrong results. • Avoid condensation on the leak detector sensor because this will affect the accuracy enormously. S531...
• Avoid direct UV and solar radiation during storage. • For the storage the humidity must be <90%, no condensation. 2 Registered trademarks Trademark Trademark owner SUTO ® SUTO iTEC MODBUS ® Modbus Organization, Hopkinton, USA HART ® HART Communication Foundation, Austin, USA...
3 Application 3 Application The S531 is a hand-held ultrasonic leak detector that helps you quickly detect and provides quantitative data for the leakages in compressed air or any pressurized gas systems. Gas leaks emit ultrasound, however the frequency is too high to hear by human ear directly.
USB port for charging and data exchange Display 3.5” color LCD Laser pointer Wave length: 640 ... 660 nm Output power: < 1.0 mW Camera 5.0 megapixels Headset Noise isolated and wireless Weight 3.65 kg (full set) 5.2 Electrical data Power supply Internal lithium-ion battery S531...
The table shows the detection distance of various hole diameters at different pressures in the lab environment and with the trumpet on. Diameter 0.1 mm 0.2 mm 0.5 mm Pressure 0.5 bar 0.5 m 1.7 m 5.0 bar 3.6 m 11.5 m 18 m S531...
6 Scope of delivery 6 Scope of delivery The S531 layout in the transportation case is shown as below. Please make sure that below components are included in your package. Qty Description Item No. S531 Ultrasonic Leak Detector P560 0104...
This chapter describes components of the S531 main unit. 7.1 Components Part Description Power button: Long press for 2 seconds to turn S531 on or off. It also works as a shortcut button for taking photos in leak detection. Voice recording button: Click to start recording voice memos, then click to stop recording during leak detection.
7 Learning about the device 7.2 Touch screen display The 3.5” touch screen enables you to record and manage leak records and change the S531 settings. UI part Description Record button To detect and record a detected leakage by recording voice memos and taking photos.
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Pressure / Distance Setting Shows the latest settings for the pressure in the detected object and the distance between the S531 sensor and the leak point. You can change the settings by touching the numbers on the touch screen.
: • USB Type-C port: On the right-hand side of the S531 in the front view, used to charge the S531 and transfer data. • Headset jack, At the bottom of the S531 handle, reserved to connect the wireless headset through the supplied audio cable when the headset runs out of power.
8 Before you start for the first time 8 Before you start for the first time Before you use a new S531 to detect leaks for the first time, charge the device and perform the initial device setup. 8.1 Charging the device The S531 is a battery-powered device and partially charged before delivery.
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B. Power on the headset by pressing and holding the Power button for 2 seconds. Note: You must power on the S531 first, then power on the wireless headset. After wireless connection is built, the message “COWIN E9 connected”...
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10. Click Memory Info to view the memory information of the device. The Firmware Update and System Reset are for maintenance, see Maintenance section. Note: By clicking the icon on the top left side, you can return to the home screen. S531...
9 Procedures of detecting leakages 9 Procedures of detecting leakages A leak detection is managed by the “Project” in the S531. By defining a project, the leak data are recorded. Multiple projects can be created in one S531. The procedure of detecting leaks is shown in the figure below.
1. Access Menu > Measurement Settings to select the following: • Pressure Setting: select the actual pressure of the gas in the pipe. • Distance Setting: select the distance that you will detect the leakage. 2. Click to save the settings. S531...
To get accurate results, recommend you do as follows: • Detect leaks with the trumpet mounted on the S531. • Search for the maximum sound level and then trigger the leak recording. • You can detect leaks from a distance, but keep in mind that recording loss estimation is best performed at a close distance.
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The group will easy you to manage the leak records in the LMS. 4. Write down the leak information on the paper of LEAK TAG. Note: Fill the project name to the Survey ID field. S531...
Note: Up to 2 audio recordings is supported. 8. Save the leak record by pressing the Save icon. 9.5 Manage leak record and projects 9.5.1 Edit or delete a leak record 1. Access Menu > Project to enter into Project List page. S531...
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In this page you can edit the information in the Location, Group, and Notes fields. 4. Click Next to enter into picture page. In this page, you can remove the pictures and take new ones. S531...
9.5.2 Edit or delete a project 1. Access Menu > Project to enter into Project List page. 2. Click on to enter the project edit page. In this page, you can edit project information and save. S531...
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9 Procedures of detecting leakages 3. Click Delete at the bottom of the page to delete the project. ATTENTION! After the project is deleted, all the leak data included in this project will also be deleted and cannot be retrieved. S531...
1. Use the Type-C cable supplied with the S531 to connect the S531 and PC. 2. Copy the project files in the project folder of the S531 to the PC. 9.7 Import project files to LMS Importing leak files to the LMS must be done in the LMS. For the descriptions, see LMS online help.
10 Maintenance 10 Maintenance This chapter describes the basic maintenance operations. 10.1 Self-test Access Menu > Self Test, you can self test the S531 components in the following table. Component Normal behavior Display The screen keeps displaying different colors in cycle.
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1. Access Menu > Device Information to view the current firmware version. 2. Access Menu > Device Setting > Firmware Update. 3. On the screen that appears, click Device firmware as needed. Note: To update the sensor firmware update, click Sensor Firmware. S531...
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USB stick. Navigate to the desired firmware file and single click to select. 9. In the Confirmation pop-up that appears, click Yes to start the update. 10. Wait until the firmware update is completed. After the update process is completed, the S531 restarts automatically. S531...
10.4 Cleaning the sensor To clean the sensor and its accessories, you are recommended to use moist cloth only. ATTENTION! Do not use isopropyl alcohol to clean the sensor and its accessories! S531...
11 Optional accessories 11 Optional accessories Ultrasonic tone generator is an optional accessory that is used in pressure-less systems. The generator emits ultrasonic waves that can be detected by S531. Specification • Frequency: 40 kHz ± 10% • Automatically shut-down after 10 min ±...
Note: The Volume up and down buttons work only when the headset is used as a wired headset. Indicator Headset status Solid green Noise Cancellation ON Indicator Headset status Solid blue Wireless is connected Flashing blue Wireless is disconnected Indicator Headset status Solid red Charging S531...
After the Noise Cancellation is turned off, you can hear a voice prompting ANC IS OFF. 3. To turn on Noise Cancellation in the power-on state, click the button. After the Noise Cancellation is turned off, you can hear a voice prompting ANC IS ON. S531...
S531 screen. Note: If you do not follow the above steps, wireless communication might not be established between the S531 and the headset. In case of abnormality, you can turn off the headset and turn it on again.
13 Appendix: Headset overview 13.5 Pairing a new headset with the S531 If you purchase a new headset from SUTO, you must pair the new headset with your S531. Detailed steps are as follows. 1. Make sure that the audio cable is not plugged into the headset.
To guarantee your personal safety, please do not wear or keep headphones in the vicinity (closer than 10 cm) of a pacemaker. ATTENTION! The maximum charging voltage is 5 V. Inappropriate charging may cause severe damage, fire, or electrocution hazard. S531...
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