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MSA General Monitors SB100 Instruction Manual

Ultrasonic bump tester for ultrasonic gas leak detectors
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M
SB100
ODEL
Ultrasonic Bump Tester for
Ultrasonic Gas Leak Detectors
The information and technical data disclosed
in
this
document
may
be
used
and
disseminated only for the purposes and to
the extent specifically authorized in writing
by General Monitors.
Instruction Manual
03-16
General Monitors reserves the right to
change
published
specifications
and
designs without prior notice.
MANSB100
Part No.
MANSB100
Revision
B/03-16
 

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  • Page 1 SB100 ODEL Ultrasonic Bump Tester for Ultrasonic Gas Leak Detectors The information and technical data disclosed this document used disseminated only for the purposes and to the extent specifically authorized in writing by General Monitors. Instruction Manual 03-16 General Monitors reserves the right to change published specifications...
  • Page 2 Model SB100   ii   ...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Model SB100 Table of Contents  About This Manual ..........................1  1.0  Introduction ........................2      Notice ..............................2     Special Warnings ..........................2     Description ............................3     Upon Receiving ..........................3     Ultrasonic Tester Operating Principle ....................3 2.0 Use and Operation ........................
  • Page 4 Model SB100 Table of Figures Figure 1: Model SB100 Ultrasonic Bump Tester ...................... 2  Figure 2: Approximate distance between SB100 and the Ultrasonic Gas Leak  Detector is 4‐18 meters. .... 4  Figure 3: SB100 Components  ............................ 6        Table of Tables Table 1: Charge State Indicator  ............................. 7  Table 2: Troubleshooting Table .......................... 10  Table 3: Locations ............................... 11  Table 4: MSA Customer Support  .......................... 11  iv   ...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    About This Manual This manual provides instructions for operating, and maintaining the Model SB100 Ultrasonic Bump Tester manufactured by General Monitors, an MSA Company. The intended audience includes installation personnel, field service technicians, and other technical staff involved in using a SB100.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    M o d e l SB100 Ultrasonic Bump Tester with ultrasonic gas leak detectors provided by MSA and General Monitors. The sale of the Ultrasonic Tester does not license the user to reproduce drawings or to utilize any information contained in this manual without prior written permission.

  • Page 7: Description

    Model SB100 Description The Model SB100 is a battery operated rechargeable Ultrasonic Tester specifically designed to test Ultrasonic Gas Leak Detectors (UGLD). The Ultrasonic Tester provides a high-energy, ultrasonic radiation source that emits sufficient ultrasonic energy to activate General Monitors Detectors. Upon Receiving The SB100 Ultrasonic Bump Tester leaves the factory with the battery charged and connected.

  • Page 8: Use And Operation

    Model SB100 2.0 Use and Operation Figure 2: Approximate distance between SB100 and the Ultrasonic   Gas Leak Detector is 4-18 meters.     It is important to begin a series of detector checks with a fully charged SB100. • Stand 0 to 5 meters from the v e r t i c a l a x i s o f t h e General Monitors Detector to be tested and aim the SB100 directly at the detector’s sensor.
  • Page 9 Model SB100 NOTE: The SB100 may trigger certain Ultrasonic Gas Leak Detectors into alarm. For this situation the system must be disabled while testing to prevent false trips. When the battery level drops below the level required for maintaining the proper intensity of the ultrasonic energy, the blue LED on the ON button will blink slowly.

  • Page 10: Ultrasonic Tester Components

    Model SB100 3.0 Ultrasonic Tester Components Figure 3: SB100 Components Ultrasonic Transducer The ultrasonic transducer generates high ultrasonic energy from the face of the front cover when the unit is activated. Any interference with this part will degrade the integrity of the Ultrasonic Tester’s output signal.

  • Page 11: On-Off Button

    Model SB100 On-Off Button The On-Off button is a piezo type without movable parts. It toggles the tester ON or OFF. Press the button once to turn the tester on, and press it again to turn the instrument off. The tester stays ON for a maximum of 90 seconds. After that, the tester will turn itself off.

  • Page 12: Maintenance And Warranty

    Model SB100 4.0 Maintenance and Warranty Maintenance Routine maintenance for the SB100 Ultrasonic Tester is minimal: • When the Ultrasonic Tester is not being used, it is recommended to ensure that the Ultrasonic Tester is docked on the charger and the charger is connected to a live 110 –...

  • Page 13: Obtaining Service

    CAUTION: There are no user serviceable parts inside the SB100 Ultrasonic Tester. Work performed by persons not authorized by the manufacturer will void the warranty. General Monitors, an MSA company, warrants the Model SB100 Ultrasonic Tester and the accessory battery charger to be free from defects in workmanship or material under normal use and service within two (2) years from the date of shipment.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Guide

    Model SB100 5.0 Troubleshooting Guide The following table lists potential problems that can affect the Ultrasonic Tester circuit. Follow the individual steps to pinpoint and define circuit ailments. This section is intended to be a guide in correcting problems, which may arise in the field. The manufacturer should be contacted for assistance if the corrective action listed does not eliminate the problem.

  • Page 15: Customer Support

    Area  Phone/Email  United States/International    MSA Corporate Center:  Toll Free: +1‐877‐672‐3473  1000 Cranberry Woods Drive  Phone:  +1‐724‐776‐8600  Cranberry Township, PA 16066  Email:   info@MSAsafety.com   USA   Email: msa.international@MSAsafety.com       EUROPE    Thiemannstrasse‐1  Phone:  +49‐(0)30 68 86‐0  12059 Berlin, Germany  Email:   info.de@MSAsafety.com   Table 4: MSA Customer Support Additional locations can be found on our web site, www.MSAsafety.com 11   ...

  • Page 16: Appendix

    Model SB100 7.0 Appendix 7.1 Specifications System Specifications Observer-i, Observer-H, Surveyor, Detectors Tested UltraSonic EX-5, IS-5 Test Activation Distance 4-18 meters (13-59 feet) Acoustic Output Tolerance ±5 dB Angle of Regard ±5° relative to facing detector ATEX/IECEx/CSA: Ex d ia IIB+H T4 Gb, Ex ia tb IIIC T135°C Db Approvals Classification...
  • Page 17 Model SB100 ADDENDUM This product may contain hazardous and/or toxic substances. EU Member states shall dispose according to WEEE regulations. For further WEEE disposal information please visit: www.MSAsafety.com All other countries or states: please dispose of in accordance with existing federal, state and local environmental control regulations.

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