Product Disposal and Recycling ..............12 Product Support ................... 12 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the REED C-380 Refrigerant Leak Detector. Please read the following instructions carefully before using the meter. By following the steps outlined in this manual the meter will provide years of reliable service.
Product Quality This product has been manufactured in an ISO 9001 facility and has been calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet the stated product specifications. If a certificate of calibration is required please contact the nearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center. Please note an additional fee for this service will apply.
Features • Detects all CFCs, HFCs, and HCFCs • Quick response and high accuracy detects small leaks • 15" (390mm) gooseneck for hard to reach areas • Designed for one-handed operation • User adjustable sensitivity (High/Low) • Tricolor visual indicator •...
Operating Instructions Some environmental conditions may cause inaccurate readings such as; high pollutant environments, large temperature variations, high wind velocity, environments containing combustible gases, environments containing organic solvents, adhesive vapors, fuel gases or vesicants. Power ON/OFF Press the button to turn the meter on. Press and hold the button for approximately 5 seconds to turn the meter off.
Measuring Procedure It is recommended to position the tip of the sensor probe within 1/4" (6mm) of the suspected leak source. Slowly move the sensor probe past each possible leakage point. Note: Fast movement of the sensor probe or blowing into the sensor tip will affect the air flow over the sensor and cause the unit to alarm.
Sensitivity Adjustment This unit provides two levels of sensitivity. When the unit is switched ON it is set to high sensitivity by default. To change the sensitivity, press Sensitivity button. The two left green LED's will then flash indicating low sensitivity has been selected.
Battery Replacement When the battery power is running low, the red LED low battery indicator will illuminate confirming that the batteries will need to be replaced. Loosen the battery cover screw and remove the battery cover located on the bottom of the instrument as shown below. Install 4 x "AA"...
REED Instruments guarantees this instrument to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment. During the warranty period, REED Instruments will repair or replace, at no charge, products or parts of a product that proves to be defective because of improper material or workmanship, under normal use and maintenance.
Product Support If you have any questions on your product, please contact your authorized REED distributor or REED Instruments Customer Service by phone at 1-877-849-2127 or by email at info@reedinstruments.com. Please visit www.REEDInstruments.com for the most up-to-date manuals, datasheets, product guides and software.
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