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User Manual RLD400 Refrigerant Leak Detector...
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Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Triplett RLD400 Refrigerant Leak Detector. This handheld meter detects leaks for SF6 gas, all types of HFC, CFC, and HCFC refrigerants as well as most compounds containing halogen. Features Detects standard refrigerants using a replaceable heated diode sensor (part no.
Open the provided test bottle only to check the sensor as detailed in this manual. Tightly close and safely store the bottle when not in use. Do not use this device near fire or in flammable/explosive environments. Do not use organic solvents to clean the meter.
Operation Note: Power OFF the system under test before attempting to find leaks. Powering the Meter 3. Short press the ON/OFF button (5) to power the meter. Replace the battery if the meter does not switch ON or if the low battery LED (4) glows red.
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near all potential sources of leaks and gage the meter’s response by observing the color-coded leak-level LEDs and listening for the audible tones. Always make measurements along a continuous route for best results. 4. The two green LEDs represent the absence of a leak or a very small leak, the two yellow LEDs represent a moderate leak, and the three red LEDs represent the detection of a large leak.
Measurement Considerations If you do not detect a leak, try the low sensitivity mode (press Low sensitivity button) and check again. If there is wind in the area of test, shielding the suspected leak area from the wind will yield better results. Do not allow moisture or solvent near the sensor, this may introduce false alarms.
4. Secure the battery compartment and replace the protective jacket before operating the meter. Never dispose of used batteries or rechargeable batteries in household waste. As consumers, users are legally required to take used batteries to appropriate collection sites, the retail store where the batteries were purchased, or wherever batteries are sold.
7. Disconnect the existing sensor from the 3-conductor connector observing the correct orientation (black wire on connector aligns with black ‘dot’ on sensor). 8. Replace the sensor in the proper orientation and re-attach the protective collar. 9. Do not switch the meter ON until the sensor and collar are securely in place.
Triplett / Jewell Instruments extends the following warranty to the original purchaser of these goods for use. Triplett warrants to the original purchaser for use that the products sold by it will be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of (1) one year from the date of purchase.
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