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Itm 708 Manual

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Combustion Efficiency Analyzer
708
Rev. 6.x Analyzers
The Value Leader
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  • Page 1 Combustion Efficiency Analyzer Rev. 6.x Analyzers The Value Leader...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Printing Data............24, 25 through misuse of the analyzer. Specifications............. 26, 27 Calibration & Service..........28 You should keep the batteries of your 708 fresh so power is constantly Warranty............28 being supplied to your sensors. Appendix A General Maintenance & Function Tests....29~ 31...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Printing Data............24, 25 through misuse of the analyzer. Specifications............. 26, 27 Calibration & Service..........28 You should keep the batteries of your 708 fresh so power is constantly Warranty............28 being supplied to your sensors. Appendix A General Maintenance & Function Tests....29~ 31...

  • Page 4: Instrument Overview

    Always keep the A794 water trap / filter assembly clean and replace the Rubber filter as necessary. Replacement filter part number is A794F. Boot This manual will guide you through the functions of the TPI 708 which Display will give you many years of reliable service. Battery...

  • Page 5: Keypad

    Always keep the A794 water trap / filter assembly clean and replace the Rubber filter as necessary. Replacement filter part number is A794F. Boot This manual will guide you through the functions of the TPI 708 which Display will give you many years of reliable service. Battery...

  • Page 6: Back View

    Keypad Back View Connection for Mini Pump Protection Filter Scrolls through selectable fuels (see page 8 ) Switches between Gross and Newt Efficiency (see page 17) Switches between ºC and ºF (see pages 18 & 20) Moves up through the Stored Data Addresses Sample Inlet Calibration and Port...
  • Page 7 Keypad Back View Connection for Mini Pump Protection Filter Scrolls through selectable fuels (see page 8 ) Switches between Gross and Newt Efficiency (see page 17) Switches between ºC and ºF (see pages 18 & 20) Moves up through the Stored Data Addresses Sample Inlet Calibration and Port...

  • Page 8: Side Views

    Side Views Top View Exhaust Port Gas Sampling Port Infrared Window T1 Socket Connection for thermocouple plug on flue probe (see page 11) Connection for any 'K' type thermocouple probe Rubber (see page 20) Boot T2 Socket Connection for ambient 'K' type thermocouple probe (see page 11 ) Exhaust Port Port for connection of Exhaust Adapter...
  • Page 9 Side Views Top View Exhaust Port Gas Sampling Port Infrared Window T1 Socket Connection for thermocouple plug on flue probe (see page 11) Connection for any 'K' type thermocouple probe Rubber (see page 20) Boot T2 Socket Connection for ambient 'K' type thermocouple probe (see page 11 ) Exhaust Port Port for connection of Exhaust Adapter...

  • Page 10: Basic Analyzer Functions

    Your combustion analyzer is fitted with three AA size 1.5V alkaline batteries. The 708 will auto power off if no keys have been pressed for 10 minutes and It is important to keep battery power to the sensors in your analyzer even the CO level is below 15ppm.

  • Page 11: Turning The Analyzer On & Fuel Selection

    Your combustion analyzer is fitted with three AA size 1.5V alkaline batteries. The 708 will auto power off if no keys have been pressed for 10 minutes and It is important to keep battery power to the sensors in your analyzer even the CO level is below 15ppm.

  • Page 12: Combustion Analysis Overview

    1. Turn the 708 on in fresh air as outlined on page 8. After the initial purge cycle the 708 will default to combustion analyzer mode and combustion dis- In general, for most applications, flue gas samples should be taken prior to play 1 will be seen.

  • Page 13: Combustion Analyzer Mode

    1. Turn the 708 on in fresh air as outlined on page 8. After the initial purge cycle the 708 will default to combustion analyzer mode and combustion dis- In general, for most applications, flue gas samples should be taken prior to play 1 will be seen.

  • Page 14: Typical Test Locations

    IMPORTANT: Prior to taking a sample, the device under test should be on and TYPICAL TEST LOCATIONS at operating temperature. Putting the flue probe in the sample area prior to starting the device may cause saturation of the sensors due to the higher initial concentration of carbon monoxide that may be encountered upon Atmospheric Gas Fired Fan Assist Boiler / Furnace start up.
  • Page 15 IMPORTANT: Prior to taking a sample, the device under test should be on and TYPICAL TEST LOCATIONS at operating temperature. Putting the flue probe in the sample area prior to starting the device may cause saturation of the sensors due to the higher initial concentration of carbon monoxide that may be encountered upon Atmospheric Gas Fired Fan Assist Boiler / Furnace start up.
  • Page 16 TYPICAL TEST LOCATIONS TYPICAL TEST LOCATIONS Condensing Boiler / Furnace Atmospheric Forced Air Furnace Typical Test Locations Typical Test Locations Figure 2 Test all exhaust ports at the top of the heat exchanger. It is important to use manufacturers recommended test locations whenever possible.
  • Page 17 TYPICAL TEST LOCATIONS TYPICAL TEST LOCATIONS Condensing Boiler / Furnace Atmospheric Forced Air Furnace Typical Test Locations Typical Test Locations Figure 2 Test all exhaust ports at the top of the heat exchanger. It is important to use manufacturers recommended test locations whenever possible.
  • Page 18 4. Insert the flue probe into the sample hole of the device under test. The probe tip should be in the middle of the flue pipe or exhaust stream. 5. Allow the readings to stabilize. Multiple combustion analysis displays are available to provide the various test results.
  • Page 19 4. Insert the flue probe into the sample hole of the device under test. The probe tip should be in the middle of the flue pipe or exhaust stream. 5. Allow the readings to stabilize. Multiple combustion analysis displays are available to provide the various test results.

  • Page 20: Typical Test Results

    • Combustion Display 4 Typical Test Results • Displays CO air free (-CF-) CO air free takes into account excess air (make up air) and Actual test results vary depending on the equipment under factors this out of the displayed reading. Some systems test.
  • Page 21 • Combustion Display 4 Typical Test Results • Displays CO air free (-CF-) CO air free takes into account excess air (make up air) and Actual test results vary depending on the equipment under factors this out of the displayed reading. Some systems test.

  • Page 22: Thermometer Mode

    With the analyzer running, press the Func Key to access the thermometer With the analyzer running, press the Func Key repeatedly to access the function. In this mode the 708 functions like a K-Type thermocouple ther- date/time screen. From this function Time, Date and Year can be changed.

  • Page 23: Setting Date & Time

    With the analyzer running, press the Func Key to access the thermometer With the analyzer running, press the Func Key repeatedly to access the function. In this mode the 708 functions like a K-Type thermocouple ther- date/time screen. From this function Time, Date and Year can be changed.

  • Page 24: Storing Data

    “No” to store data again. Press the Scroll/Enter Key. the readings you want to display. 4. Press the Scroll/Enter key once. The 708 will display the date You have just successfully stored a set of readings which can be reviewed on screen (see page 23) or sent to the IR printer (see page 24).
  • Page 25 “No” to store data again. Press the Scroll/Enter Key. the readings you want to display. 4. Press the Scroll/Enter key once. The 708 will display the date You have just successfully stored a set of readings which can be reviewed on screen (see page 23) or sent to the IR printer (see page 24).

  • Page 26: Printing Data

    Up/Down Arrow Keys to select “Yes” and press the Scroll/Enter Key. during test. Selecting ‘rEAL’ will cause the 708 to print the test data currently on the display (real time data). Selecting ‘Stor’ will cause the 708 to print data stored in memory.
  • Page 27 Up/Down Arrow Keys to select “Yes” and press the Scroll/Enter Key. during test. Selecting ‘rEAL’ will cause the 708 to print the test data currently on the display (real time data). Selecting ‘Stor’ will cause the 708 to print data stored in memory.

  • Page 28: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) Instrument Temperature Measurement Operating Temperature Range 14°F to +122°F (-10°C to +50°C) Input Type K-Type thermocouple Battery 1.5V AA size (3) Range -58°F to 1832°F (-50°C to 1000°C)* Battery Life > 6 Hours Resolution 1°F (1°C) Fuels Natural Gas, LPG, Light Oil, Heavy Oil Accuracy +/- (0.3% of rdg + 2°F) or +/- (0.3% of rdg +...
  • Page 29 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) Instrument Temperature Measurement Operating Temperature Range 14°F to +122°F (-10°C to +50°C) Input Type K-Type thermocouple Battery 1.5V AA size (3) Range -58°F to 1832°F (-50°C to 1000°C)* Battery Life > 6 Hours Resolution 1°F (1°C) Fuels Natural Gas, LPG, Light Oil, Heavy Oil Accuracy +/- (0.3% of rdg + 2°F) or +/- (0.3% of rdg +...

  • Page 30: Calibration & Service

    Signs of dirty or water saturated filters are a slow pump, flow error displayed when the flue probe is connected, and measurements that take longer than nor- Your TPI 708 Flue Gas Analyzer is guaranteed free from defects in materials mal.
  • Page 31 Signs of dirty or water saturated filters are a slow pump, flow error displayed when the flue probe is connected, and measurements that take longer than nor- Your TPI 708 Flue Gas Analyzer is guaranteed free from defects in materials mal.
  • Page 32 Appendix A: General Maintenance (continued) Appendix A: General Maintenance (continued) Filter Check Continued Flue Probe Integrity Check The other two filters are located in the water trap. The main filter is the A794F particle filter. This filter stops debris and dust from traveling down to the analyz- NOTE: Perform this check after performing the Pump Operation Check outlined er.
  • Page 33 Appendix A: General Maintenance (continued) Appendix A: General Maintenance (continued) Filter Check Continued Flue Probe Integrity Check The other two filters are located in the water trap. The main filter is the A794F particle filter. This filter stops debris and dust from traveling down to the analyz- NOTE: Perform this check after performing the Pump Operation Check outlined er.

  • Page 34: Appendix B A773 Sulfur Filter Installation & Maintenance

    Appendix B: Appendix B: A773 SULFUR FILTER INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE A773 SULFUR FILTER INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE 4. Beginning on the “Flue Probe” side of the A773 sulfur filter, pull the yellow When performing combustion tests on oil fired equipment it is important to thermocouple cord out of the channel of the flue probe tube.
  • Page 35 Appendix B: Appendix B: A773 SULFUR FILTER INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE A773 SULFUR FILTER INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE 4. Beginning on the “Flue Probe” side of the A773 sulfur filter, pull the yellow When performing combustion tests on oil fired equipment it is important to thermocouple cord out of the channel of the flue probe tube.

  • Page 36: Appendix C Error Codes And Troubleshooting

    Appendix C: ERROR CODES & TROUBLESHOOTING Appendix C: ERROR CODES & TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) The 708 analyzer will display certain codes to let you know of a malfunction. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Code Code Definition Possible Causes Corrective Action Efficiency reading incorrect NET efficiency selected.
  • Page 37 Appendix C: ERROR CODES & TROUBLESHOOTING Appendix C: ERROR CODES & TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) The 708 analyzer will display certain codes to let you know of a malfunction. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Code Code Definition Possible Causes Corrective Action Efficiency reading incorrect NET efficiency selected.

  • Page 38: Appendix D: Co Alarm & Auto Off Settings

    10. 708 Display: ‘Auto’, ‘oFF’, ‘En’. Action : Press the Func Key to bypass. 7. 708 Display: ‘2000’, ‘A-r’, ‘SEt’. Action : If you are not changing the CO alarm 11. 708 Display: ‘CAL’, ‘StoP’, ‘go’. Action : Press the Up Arrow Key to select point press the Func Key.
  • Page 39 10. 708 Display: ‘Auto’, ‘oFF’, ‘En’. Action : Press the Func Key to bypass. 7. 708 Display: ‘2000’, ‘A-r’, ‘SEt’. Action : If you are not changing the CO alarm 11. 708 Display: ‘CAL’, ‘StoP’, ‘go’. Action : Press the Up Arrow Key to select point press the Func Key.

  • Page 40: Appendix F Technical Notes

    Appendix F: Technical Notes Appendix G: Testing for Carbon Monoxide in Ambient Air The 708 can be used to test for carbon monoxide in ambient air. For example Note 1: When performing a pressure or draft test during a combustion test, the tests can be performed in work spaces and living areas like offices and houses pump can be turned on to provide a continuous sample to the sensors.
  • Page 41 Appendix F: Technical Notes Appendix G: Testing for Carbon Monoxide in Ambient Air The 708 can be used to test for carbon monoxide in ambient air. For example Note 1: When performing a pressure or draft test during a combustion test, the tests can be performed in work spaces and living areas like offices and houses pump can be turned on to provide a continuous sample to the sensors.

  • Page 42: Appendix H Carbon Monoxide Limits In Ambient Air Chart

    Appendix H: Carbon Monoxide in Ambient Air Chart Appendix I: CARBON MONOXIDE FACTS This chart contains maximum exposure levels and times for carbon monoxide. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is invisible, odorless, and tasteless. It is the byproduct of This is a general guidline only. It is recommended you check with your local combustion and levels are elevated when there is incomplete combustion.
  • Page 43 Appendix H: Carbon Monoxide in Ambient Air Chart Appendix I: CARBON MONOXIDE FACTS This chart contains maximum exposure levels and times for carbon monoxide. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is invisible, odorless, and tasteless. It is the byproduct of This is a general guidline only. It is recommended you check with your local combustion and levels are elevated when there is incomplete combustion.

  • Page 44: Appendix J Battery Replacement

    Appendix J: Battery Replacement Notes: When the battery status indicator is empty the batteries should be changed immediately. For optimum performance replace the batteries with 3 AA size alkaline batteries. The procedure for replacing batteries is as follows: 1. Turn the analyzer over and locate the phillips head battery cover screw. See picture below.

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