TESTO 316-2-EX Instruction Manual
TESTO 316-2-EX Instruction Manual

TESTO 316-2-EX Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 316-2-EX gas leak detector 0560 3164 Instruction manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ® Establishing a Bluetooth connection ............. 8 ® 6.2.1 Establishing a Bluetooth connection to the testo Smart App ....8 Using the product ................. 8 Controls ....................8 7.1.1 Implementing settings ................11 Carrying out a function test ..............13 Carrying out gas detection ..............
  • Page 5: About This Document

     Use only original spare parts from Testo.  Only use the original mains unit from Testo. Batteries  Improper use of batteries may cause the batteries to be destroyed, or lead to injury due to current surges, fire or escaping chemicals.
  • Page 6: Disposal

    3 Product-specific information  Only charge the battery using the original Testo mains unit supplied.  Immediately stop the charging process if this is not completed in the given time. Warnings Always pay attention to any information denoted by the following warnings.
  • Page 7: Intended Use

    4 Intended use The testo 316-2-EX is a gas leak detector for the short-term detection of leaks in gas and refrigerant systems in potentially explosive atmospheres of the class ATEX II 2 G Ex ib IIC T1G according to Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX).
  • Page 8: Product Description

    5 Product description 5 Product description Instrument overview 1 Sensor head with gas sensor 2 Sensor LED 3 Flexible sensor tube 4 Display Charging socket for rechargeable 5 Control keys battery 6 First steps Getting to know the product 6.1.1 Switching the instrument on and off Switching on Only switch on the instrument in fresh air, since automatic zeroing is carried out...
  • Page 9 6 First steps Please note that the instrument switches itself off by default after 10 min of inactivity. Press and hold down (1 sec) the On/Off key. Warm-up phase (HEAT)  The instrument starts up. With regular use, the warm-up period takes approx.
  • Page 10: Establishing A Bluetooth Connection

    If necessary, switch the instrument to be connected off and on again to restart the connection mode. 7 Using the product The gas leak detector can be used in conjunction with the testo Smart App. Controls The instrument is switched on.
  • Page 11 7 Using the product Sound Illumination On/Off Bar display Mode Measurement parameter ® Display for alarm signal, Bluetooth , charge level Maximum measured value Current measured value Unit of value ->0<- / max ->0<- MODE unit...
  • Page 12 7 Using the product Additional symbols on the user interface of the app (not numbered) One level back Exit view Share measurement data/report Searching Favourite Deleting Further information Display report Multiple selection Main menu can be accessed via the icon at top left. To exit the main menu, select a menu or right-click on the guided menus.
  • Page 13: Implementing Settings

    7 Using the product 7.1.1 Implementing settings Selecting, opening and setting functions Press the relevant key to select the functions. Secondary assignment (long press) All keys with a white corner have a secondary assignment, which can be selected by pressing and holding the key (1 sec). Adjustable functions Ensure correct settings: all settings are transferred immediately.
  • Page 14 7 Using the product Function Setting options/comments Alarm sound ON (acoustic alarm on) or OFF (acoustic alarm off). The frequency of the alarm sound increases as the concentration increases. Unit (long press) Switch between g/a (refrigerant only), PPM and %LEL Measuring mode MODE 1 for gas detection...
  • Page 15: Carrying Out A Function Test

    Selecting the gas to be detected Select the gas types via the key or the testo Smart App using the 3-point menu in the top right corner of the output field ...
  • Page 16 7 Using the product For technical reasons, this is subject to uncertainty and is intended as a support for users, and must therefore always be checked by the user. Forming gas When pressure testing with forming gas (95% N , 5% H ), the instrument can detect leaks based on the hydrogen content.
  • Page 17 7 Using the product  As the concentration increases, a deflection to the right is displayed. The frequency of the flashing/audio signal increases. As the concentration decreases, a deflection to the left is displayed. The frequency of the flashing/audio signal decreases.
  • Page 18: Carrying Out Refrigerant Detection

    7 Using the product Changing units By default, the display shows ppm (concentration in parts per million). From a concentration of >999 ppm, the display changes to vol% (1000 ppm=0.1 vol%). Higher concentrations in ppm are also displayed in the app. In addition, %LEL (the percentage of the lower explosive limit that has been reached) can be selected (not for refrigerants due to the smaller measuring range).
  • Page 19 7 Using the product Selecting the refrigerant to be detected Select the refrigerant via the key or the testo Smart App using the 3-point menu in the top right corner of the output field.  After switching on the instrument, the process of cycling through starts...
  • Page 20: Maintaining The Product

    DANGER Do not charge the rechargeable battery in potentially explosive atmospheres! Only charge the battery using the original Testo mains unit supplied. The instrument indicates that the battery needs to be charged via a flashing battery symbol. Connect the instrument to the mains via the mains unit. To do this, insert the plug of the mains unit into the charging socket on the underside of the instrument.
  • Page 21: Cleaning The Sensor

    Cleaning the sensor. Regular inspection Testo recommends having the gas leak detector inspected by an authorized service centre every year. Cleaning the sensor Tobacco smoke, dirty air, oils, greases, silicones and evaporating liquids or gases can leave deposits on the sensor surface.
  • Page 22: Technical Data For Testo 316-2-Ex

    9 Technical data for testo 316-2-EX 9 Technical data for testo 316-2-EX Feature Value Measurement parameters Vol% %LEL Detectable gases Methane, propane, hydrogen, butane, forming gas (H Refrigerant R1234yf, R134A, R404A, R407C, R410A, R1234ze, R290, R417A, R513A, R32, R449A, Lower response threshold / Methane (CH ): 1 ppm to 4.0 vol.%...
  • Page 23: Tips And Assistance

    If you encounter any problems with the firmware, press and hold the ON/OFF key for a long time (4 sec.) to perform a reset. 10.3 Accessories and spare parts Description Order no. Transport bag 0590 0018 Interchangeable sensor head 0393 3164 Mains unit from Testo 0664 1107...
  • Page 24: Support

    You can find up-to-date information on products, downloads and links to contact addresses for support queries on the Testo website at: www.testo.com. If you have any questions please contact your local dealer or the Testo Customer Service. You can find contact details on the back of this document or...
  • Page 26 Testo SE & Co. KGaA Celsiusstr. 1 79822 Titisee-Neustadt Germany Phone: +49 (0)7653 681-0 Email: info@testo.de www.testo.com 0970 3264 en 01 - 08.2022...

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