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02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11)
(from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11)
Portable Inspectra Laser
Portable gas leak detector
Operating manual
11, Rue de l'Atome-B.P. 50081
F-67802 BISCHHEIM – France
Phone +33 (0)3 88 19 72 30 – Fax +33 (0)3 88 19 72 19
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  • Page 1 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser Portable gas leak detector Operating manual 11, Rue de l’Atome-B.P. 50081 F-67802 BISCHHEIM – France Phone +33 (0)3 88 19 72 30 – Fax +33 (0)3 88 19 72 19 ©Copyright Gazomat...
  • Page 2 All rights to translation, adaptation and reproduction by any process reserved in all countries. No part of this document may be copied, reproduced or transcribed without the written consent of Gazomat. No part of this document may be circulated outside Gazomat in this form. ©Copyright Gazomat 2/48...
  • Page 3 67802 Bischheim – France hereby declares that the product designed for use in explosive atmospheres and here designated as:: Inspectra Laser version 100%gaz - Atex Is in conformity:  With the 94/9/EC Directive of 23 March 1994  With the 89/336/EC CEM Directive of 3 May 1989.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser CONTENTS Warnings ........................6 Reading obligation ....................... 6  Inspectra Laser device version .................. 6 Equipment generating invisible laser radiation ............7 Marking .......................... 8 First starting up....................... 8 Introduction ........................
  • Page 5 10.2.1 Charging the batteries ..................42 10.2.2 Replacing the batteries ..................42 10.3 Storage and environment ..................44 technical specifications ....................45  Parts and accessories for the Inspectra Laser ............. 46 List of equipment for the gas check kit ................ 46 ©Copyright Gazomat 5/48...

  • Page 6: Warnings

    Gazomat shall not be liable if the device is used other than as instructed. The manufacturer shall not be liable in the event of any abnormal use of the product or any malicious tampering with the product.

  • Page 7: Equipment Generating Invisible Laser Radiation

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 1.3 E QUIPMENT GENERATING INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION  The Inspectra detector contains a laser source. It is strictly forbidden to open the plastic housing of the device and to remove components from the inside of the housing, because of the risk of laser radiation exposure.

  • Page 8: Marking

    Serial no. Year of manufacture – device no. in 3 digits II2G Ex ib IIB T4 INERIS N° 05 ATEX 0051  The target gas detected by the INSPECTRA LASER detector is stated on the label on the side of the device. IRST STARTING UP  The Inspectra...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    GAZOMAT for advice. Inspectra Laser is the only portable gas detector in the world to offer the best technology for detecting traces of gas and to put infrared laser technology at the service of the gas industry.
  • Page 10 (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser  Safety requirements for the use of the Inspectra Laser (94/9/CE) CAUTION – It is strictly forbidden:  To open the detector, particularly, in a hazardous or supposedly hazardous atmosphere.

  • Page 11: User Interface

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser SER INTERFACE 5.1 D ESCRIPTION The user interface includes the following:  Keypad  Display  Alarm indicators The ATEX marking is provided on the front of the device, for the Atex version units.

  • Page 12: Keypad

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 5.2 K EYPAD The keypad has five keys:  On/Off key to switch the device on and off  Four configuration keys with a dual function The Direct function (symbol on a blue background) is used to access a standard function (e.g.

  • Page 13: Display

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 5.3 D ISPLAY The display is made up of three areas:  Measurement area  Indicator area  Dialogue area Dialogue box Concentration measurement Indicator area display Display 5.3.1 M...

  • Page 14: Indicator Area

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 5.3.2 I NDICATOR AREA Indicators are symbols that provide information to the operator about the status of the device and its working configuration. Indicator Symbol Status Pump on...

  • Page 15: Alarm Indicators

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser Dialogue area (Direct mode) Dialogue area (Menu mode) 5.4 A LARM INDICATORS Three alarm indicators are included in the display:  Threshold alarm indicator  Measured gas explosiveness risk indicator ...

  • Page 16: Wired Communication Port (Optional)

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 5.5 W IRED COMMUNICATION PORT OPTIONAL The communication interface is used for calibration, data saving and data retrieval operations in non-hazardous areas. The communication interface is located under the device (see figure below).

  • Page 17: Mechanical Aspects

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser ECHANICAL ASPECTS 6.1 B ATTERY COMPARTMENT The battery compartment is located on the underside of the device and is accessible by raising the cover that is fixed by four screws.

  • Page 18: Hydrophobic Filter Housing

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser The connector is used to rapidly connect the suction rod. Just insert the end of the rod in the connector. The suction rod is connected. The end of the suction rod can only be released by pressing the release button.

  • Page 19: Carrying Strap Grooves

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 6.4 C ARRYING STRAP GROOVES The carrying strap is fed into two side grooves that are designed so that the device can be carried on the front or the side of the body or held in a hand.
  • Page 20 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser A new model of the telescopic rod is available since June 2010. With this new model, the rigid rod simply fits into the small inlet located inside the suction cup.
  • Page 21 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser If the leaks from the floor are small or if it is windy, the operator may advantageously use the gas trap trolley, which protects the leakage point. It makes it easier to take the gas sample and detect small values.

  • Page 22: Operation

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser PERATION 7.1 D EVICE The device is switched on by pressing the On/Off button twice.  Switching on The device is switched off by pressing and holding down (for at least 2 seconds) the On/Off button.

  • Page 23: Preliminary Inspection With The Gas Check Kit

    2. a flow regulator with a pressure gauge and a quick coupler  3. a pipe for connection to the Inspectra Laser device. Start up the device by pressing the On/Off button twice. Screw the flow regulator onto the canister containing the mixture of CH4 in air.
  • Page 24 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser Using the pressure gauge of the flow regulator, check that the residual pressure in the canister is sufficient for the check Connect the gas check kit to the...

  • Page 25: Standard Functions

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 7.4 S TANDARD FUNCTIONS 7.4.1 B ACKLIGHTING ON Depending on the conditions of use, the operator can switch the backlighting on or off from the screen by pressing a single key.

  • Page 26: User Alarm On/Off

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 7.4.3 U SER ALARM ON For more discretion, the operator can elect to mute the selected user alarm. Audio alarm muted Audio alarm User alarm on/off Note that the key is not active as long as no user alarm has been selected.

  • Page 27: Menu Structure And Browsing

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 7.5.2 M ENU STRUCTURE AND BROWSING Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Factory Language French English Deutsch Italiano Nederland Magyar Absolute Relative Configuration Mode 5-50 Measure Bar graph...

  • Page 28: Resetting The Configurable Options

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser To exit the menu, press the Cancel button, if and only if the level 1 menu is displayed (Configuration/Measurement/Alarm/System). Exit Exiting the menu Once you exit the menu, the keys operate in Direct mode (symbol on a blue background).

  • Page 29: Selecting The Language

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 7.5.4 S ELECTING THE LANGUAGE The user can select the device language from the Configuration menu. Choice Menu path Configuration > Language > Français French Configuration > Language > English English Configuration >...

  • Page 30: Selecting The Minimum And Maximum Bar Levels

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser Note that when the interface is in Direct mode, the selected measurement mode is displayed continuously. Selected measurement mode Choice Menu path Absolute Measure > Mode > Absolute Relative Measure >...

  • Page 31: Displaying The Measured Maximum Value

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 7.5.7 D ISPLAYING THE MEASURED MAXIMUM VALUE While locating leaks, it may be of interest to know the maximum value, which may be displayed by means of the Measurement menu.

  • Page 32: Conditions Of Use - Range Of Temperature

    -15°C to  +40°C. If the ambient temperature is not within this range, the Inspectra detector will deliver no measurements. It will remain in a “waiting” status, until the device’s temperature comes back within the authorized temperature range.

  • Page 33: Geiger Alarm

    The sound alarm can be cleared by pressing keypad key 5. 8.4 10,000- PPM MEASURING RANGE OVERRUN  With the 10,000-ppm version of the Inspectra Laser detector, the maximum displayed value is 12,000 ppm. Beyond that concentration value, the measuring range is exceeded, leading to the following: - the display remains blocked on 12,000 ppm and the value flashes.

  • Page 34: Audio Indicators

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser UDIO INDICATORS The audio indicators are not user configurable. They are made up of three beeps. Because they are brief, these signals have preference over audio alarms. If, for instance, the battery indicator is set off while the explosive risk alarm is already active, the latter is only interrupted, but not stopped in any event.

  • Page 35: Battery Indicator

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 9.3 B ATTERY INDICATOR The battery indicator is set off when the battery is down (all the battery symbol segments are off). It is made up of three long beeps. The charge level is given for guidance and varies according to the cells or batteries used in the device.

  • Page 36: Replacing The Filter Integrated Into The Device

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 10.1.1 R EPLACING THE FILTER INTEGRATED INTO THE DEVICE The filter in the device is a hydrophobic filter with a fine retention limit (0.45 µm). It is located on the underside of the device, in the filter housing.
  • Page 37 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser View of the hydrophobic filter. Clean the filter enclosure with a dry cloth and clean the cap. The hydrophobic filter must necessarily be replaced if it is polluted by water; replace the o-ring seal if needed.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Filter In The Telescopic Rod

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 10.1.2 R EPLACING THE FILTER IN THE TELESCOPIC ROD Depending on the date of manufacture of your equipment, two different types of telescopic rod are available. To each model corresponds a specific procedure for replacing the dust filter.
  • Page 39 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser Check the filter condition (pollution by impurities and water) If the filter is dry and not soiled, it may be cleaned by blowing from the inside out. Change the filter if required (tighten moderately).
  • Page 40 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser Disconnect the rod. Unscrew the rod. Hold the rod and the pipe vertically in order to let out any water. Then remove the black O-ring, and finally the filter.

  • Page 41: Charging And Replacing The Batteries

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser Insert the new filter in place. Screw the rod (tighten moderately). 10.2 C HARGING AND REPLACING THE BATTERIES The system can run on two types of power source: ...

  • Page 42: Charging The Batteries

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser 10.2.1 C HARGING THE BATTERIES The maximum device charging time is 14 hours. Connecting the charger to the device Connect the charger to the mains (220 V or 110 V depending on the type of...
  • Page 43 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser Switch off the device. Remove the cover of the battery compartment by unscrewing the four screws with a key. Disconnect the battery pack. Change the battery pack. Put back the battery compartment cover.

  • Page 44: Storage And Environment

    02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser IN ORDER TO MAXIMISE THE LIFE OF THE BATTERIES, THE DEVICE SHOULD BE USED TILL THE BATTERIES ARE FULLY DOWN. 10.3 S TORAGE AND ENVIRONMENT Store the detector in a clean place, away from the elements.

  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT - Methane CH concentration threshold - Geiger GAZOMAT (A company of T.D. Williamson, Inc.) 11, Rue de l’Atome – Z.I. – B.P. 81 - Explosion risk due to Methane CH concentration - Pump : pump stopped, pump error 67802 Bischheim Cedex - France Phone : +33 (0)3 88 19 72 38 –...

  • Page 46: Parts And Accessories For The Inspectra Laser

    Sampling rod telescopic with suction cup 72.7509.2250.4000.00  72.7601.3060.0520.00 Charger for INSPECTRA LASER  72.7601.3060.0521.00 Connection cable from charger to INSPECTRA LASER Rechargeable battery pack 72.7606.1060.0500.00  72.7601.3060.0430.00 Carrying straps for INSPECTRA LASER Flexible hose (3 x 6) per meter 72.7501.3110.2000.00...
  • Page 47 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser AZOMAT 11, rue de l’Atome – ZI 67802 – Bischeim Cedex – France Phone. +33 (0)3 88 19 72 38 – Fax +33 (0)3 88 19 72 19 E-mail: tdw.commercial@tdwilliamson.com...
  • Page 48 02_340_001_AJ_BE(Rev 11/05/11) (from French version : 02_340_000_AJ_BE (Rev 11/05/11) Portable Inspectra Laser AZOMAT 11, rue de l’Atome – B.P. 50081 F-67802 – Bischeim Cedex – France Phone. +33 (0)3 88 19 72 30 – Fax +33 (0)3 88 19 72 19 E-mail: tdw.commercial@tdwilliamson.com...

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