AVL DITEST COUNTER, User Manual

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL AVL DiTEST COUNTER ID number AT8008EN Revision 00 Edition 09 2021 Software version Data subject to change and errors All data valid at the time of publication PASSION INNOVATES FUTURE ...

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Page 3: ...DiTEST Counter I User manual AVL DiTEST GmbH Alte Poststrasse 156 A 8020 Graz AUSTRIA Tel 43 316 787 0 Fax 43 316 787 1460 ditest avl com www avlditest com Copyright 2021 AVL DiTEST GmbH all rights reserved ...

Page 4: ...ecting to the AVL DiTEST DSS 16 6 2 Stand alone mode 17 6 2 1 Screen symbols 17 6 2 2 Routine checks 17 6 2 3 APK Procedure Official Measurement 19 6 2 4 Operation 22 7 Maintenance 26 7 1 Visual inspection 27 7 2 Maintenance schedule 28 7 3 Cleaning 29 7 4 USB cable 29 7 5 Exhaust gas probes 29 7 6 External visual inspection 29 7 7 Filter 30 7 8 Calibration 32 8 Warranty 33 8 1 New devices 33 8 2 ...

Page 5: ... AVL DiTEST MDS computer or the AVL DiTEST CDS station with the USB cable It can also be connected to the AVL DiTEST MDS computer or CDS computer via Bluetooth The AVL DiTEST Counter can also be used as a stand alone device In this case the device is operated via the LC display and the keys below No responsibility or liability is assumed for any use beyond its intended purpose or in the case of no...

Page 6: ... safety instructions and additional safety symbols are used in this documentation WARNING WARNING indicates a dangerous situation which if not avoided can lead to death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a dangerous situation which if not avoided can lead to minor or moderate injury Additional Safety Symbols Non observance of the following instructions can cause life threatening injuries ...

Page 7: ...ich show damage due to falls Such devices must first be checked by qualified service personnel Read the operations manual completely and carefully If the device falls or is damaged have it checked by a qualified service technician before resuming operation Make sure that cables are not stretched or kinked or come into contact with sharp edges Do not let the device come into contact with hot or mov...

Page 8: ...L DiTEST Counter User manual 4 Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer Secure the vehicle sufficiently against rolling away The plug of the heating hose may only be used to plug in the heating hose ...

Page 9: ...ttachments or the entire exhaust system Use cooling fans if necessary WARNING Risk of injury due to rotating parts If possible carry out all work in the engine compartment with the engine stopped and the ignition switched off Do not touch rotating parts such as the alternator the cooling fan and their drives e g V belts WARNING Explosion or fire hazard due to gases and or vapours The device must n...

Page 10: ...Safety AVL DiTEST Counter User manual 6 v WARNING Danger to life due to electrical voltage Maintenance is must only be performed with the device switched off and disconnect power plug ...

Page 11: ... speed of diesel engines Always switch off the ignition before connecting or disconnecting the OBD plug the different AVL DiTEST vehicle adapters Never leave the probe lying on the ground Make sure that neither liquids e g water nor other impurities get into the exhaust gas measuring device via the probe NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE ...

Page 12: ...ounter Front View The following figure shows the front of the device 1 LC display 2 Control buttons 3 HEATING hose heating connection 4 GAS IN exhaust gas inlet probe connection 5 TEST IN 6 GAS OUT Fig 1 Front view of the AVL DiTEST Counter exemplary 1 2 4 3 6 5 ...

Page 13: ...AVL DiTEST Counter Rear View The following figure shows the rear of the device 1 Power switch 2 Mains plug connection 3 USB Type B port 4 USB Type A port 5 Handle Fig 2 Rear view of the AVL DiTEST Counter exemplary 1 2 3 4 3 9 0 2 2 1 0 8 4 5 ...

Page 14: ...Counter User manual 10 Fig 3 Power cable exemplary Fig 4 Sampling line of the AVL DiTEST Counter exemplary Power Cable Exhaust Gas Probe 1 Probe tip 2 Handle for exhaust probe mount 3 Heating hose with connections 3 2 1 ...

Page 15: ...11 User manual 4 Scope of Supply The following table gives an overview of the scope of supply Standard part Accessories AVL DiTEST Counter Power cable country specific Example C13 Euro power cable Exhaust gas probe Heating hose USB cable ...

Page 16: ...ropping Make sure that the installation site meets the following requirements The device must not be exposed to direct sunlight The device must not be exposed to excessive heat The power supply connection must be freely accessible Do not place the device directly next to the exhaust WARNING Explosion or fire hazard due to gases and or vapours The device must not be operated near open fuel tanks as...

Page 17: ...cable to the computer when using a computer skip in stand alone mode 3 Connect the mains plug to the socket 2 4 Insert the mains plug into a plug socket 5 Switch on the AVL DiTEST Counter with the power switch 1 When the device starts the AVL DiTEST Counter displays the bootloader and firmware version and performs a self test The device then warms up and switches to standby mode Fig 5 Connecting t...

Page 18: ...r safety gloves when handling the hose 1 Connect the heating hose to the GAS IN connection 1 2 Connect the heating cable to the HEATING connection 3 3 Connect the exhaust gas probe with the connecting hose to the GAS IN connection 1 4 Make sure that the exhaust gas can flow out unhindered at GAS OUT 2 Fig 6 Connecting the AVL DiTEST Counter on the front side 1 2 3 ...

Page 19: ... connecting an exhaust air bypass to GAS OUT The connection is a standardised compressed air quick coupling with a nominal diameter of 7 2 5 2 Software AVL DiTEST DSS is installed and updated via AVL DiTEST DSS Please refer to the document AT7260 DSS Installation and update ...

Page 20: ...User manual 16 6 Working with the AVL DiTEST Counter 6 1 DSS Controlled 6 1 1 Connecting to the AVL DiTEST DSS The primary operating mode is the connection of the AVL DiTEST Counter to the AVL DiTEST DSS Please refer to the AT7683 AVL DiTEST DSS user manual ...

Page 21: ...sts on a regular basis If these tests are not performed in time the device will prompt the user to do so The following tests must be carried out Check Explanation Schedule Zero check Measurement with HEPA filtered particulate free air clean air test procedure to check if there is any contamination in the gas handling system Every 24 hours Leakage test Checks if the gas handling system is airtight ...

Page 22: ...ress the left key to select the selftest Fig 8 3 Wipe the probe tip with a cloth 4 Connect the probe tip to the TEST IN input on the device and make sure that it is properly locked check that the quick coupling engages Then press the left key to start the test Fig 9 The test is executed The test is automated and requires no additional steps on the part of the user Fig 10 ...

Page 23: ...low 1 Start the device as described in section Hardware 2 Press the left button to enter the procedure Fig 12 3 Enter the vehicle registration number using the two buttons on the device or connecting a keyboard Click the right button to jump to the next cursor position 4 Move the cursor to the field and click the button to confirm the number plate and then Information A keyboard can be connected t...

Page 24: ...ntering it manually Press and then Fig 14 Information In device settings elements can be shown and hidden Fig 15 6 Install the probe on the exhaust Fig 16 After a stabilization period of 15 seconds the device starts measuring Fig 17 During the measurement 15 single values are averaged to a final result The bar shows the single values still required ...

Page 25: ...he test was not passed Information If stabilization does not meet the requirements an error message appears The measurement has been performed and the final result is shown on the LC display If the final result is less than or equal to the limit value the test is passed If the final result is greater than the limit value the test was not failed Fig 19 Fig 20 Information The measurement result can ...

Page 26: ...to the item Measure 4 Press Fig 21 The device changes to the Prepare Measurement State and adjusts the parameters The device then changes to Continuous Sampling Mode The measurement value is displayed Information In Prepare Measurement State the timeout time is counted down If the parameters cannot be adjusted during this time the device changes to the Error State The device must be switched off a...

Page 27: ...ht key to end the measurement The measurement is terminated and the device returns to standby mode 6 2 4 1 Logbook 1 Press 2 Press to scroll to the Logbook item 3 Press Fig 23 4 Press to display the logbook to copy it press to scroll to the item Copy logbook Fig 24 5 Press to copy the logbook ...

Page 28: ...24 Fig 25 6 Press to scroll to the End item 7 Press to return to the menu 6 2 4 2 Language 1 Press 2 Press to scroll to the Language item 3 Press Fig 26 4 Press to change the language 6 2 4 3 Device Settings 1 Press 2 Press to scroll to the Device Settings item 3 Press ...

Page 29: ... User manual Fig 27 4 Make the desired settings and press to accept them and then to return to the menu 6 2 4 4 Info 1 Press 2 Press to scroll to the Info item Fig 28 3 Press to display device information Abb 29 S N Seriennummer Bootloader BL und Firmeware FW ...

Page 30: ...st be maintained according to specifications The half yearly maintenance must be documented On the maintenance sticker of the respective device with date and name In the inspection log The time of the maintenance the work carried out and the name of the person or company who carried out the work must be specified These records shall be kept for a period of five years and shall be presented at each...

Page 31: ...m a visual inspection at regular intervals During each visual inspection the device must be checked for the following conditions Soiling see Cleaning Wear Regularly check all parts for damage Damage and leakage of media lines Notice Only use accessories approved by AVL DiTEST ...

Page 32: ...be carried out as required but at the latest within the following maintenance cycles Maintenance work As required Half yearly minor maintenance Annually major maintenance Note Entry in inspection log Cleaning Sec 7 3 USB cable Sec 7 4 Exhaust gas probes Sec 7 5 External visual inspection Sec 7 6 Filter Sec 7 7 ...

Page 33: ...ne detergent 7 4 USB Cable Make sure that the USB cable is not damaged or kinked 7 5 Exhaust Gas Probes Make sure that the exhaust probes are not damaged or kinked Clean the exhaust probe with compressed air 7 6 External Visual Inspection Inspect all components for damage e g breakage and soiling Check all cables regularly for damage WARNING Danger due to defective parts Replace the power cable if...

Page 34: ... disconnect the power plug Visually check the filters If the filters are dirty the required flow rate can no longer be achieved and the pump speed fluctuates The filters must be replaced If water flows out of the GAS OUT opening condensation has occurred in the device and the filter must also be replaced To change both filters proceed as follows 1 Turn the device Fig 30 2 Open the maintenance cove...

Page 35: ...o or a pliers 4 Pull out the filter with cover Fig 32 5 Remove the old filter tube and place the new filter on the filter cover Fig 33 6 Check the seal for cracks If they are damaged replace the seals 7 Reinstall the filter tube with cover 8 Repeat steps 3 7 for the second filter 9 Screw on the cover 10 Perform a self test ...

Page 36: ...r User manual 32 7 8 Calibration The AVL DiTEST Counter must be calibrated annually The calibration must be documented in the inspection log The annual maintenance with calibration service can be performed by AVL DiTEST Aftersales ...

Page 37: ...r oil acids etc Tampering e g repairs performed by unauthorised persons Incorrect operation e g operating the display with sharp or pointed objects Incorrect storage maintenance and care 8 2 Case of Damage In the event of damage please contact the respective AVL DiTEST branch AVL DiTEST partner in your country 9 Errors and Error Elimination Open the system information service screen Please refer t...

Page 38: ...bration will be necessary soon Schedule a calibration appointment as soon as possible 30001 Self test needed Perform a self test 30201 The voltage at the Corona is too high The Corona is too much polluted Contact the service hotline 30204 The ion current is outside the allowed range There is moisture within the gas path or the Corona wire is broken Perform a self test 30205 The ion current is drif...

Page 39: ...ent temperature is outside the specified range You cannot perform a measurement under the given circumstances Perform the measurement in a suitable environment 30906 The exhaust gas humidity is too high The exhaust gas is very humid Remove the probe and allow the engine to warm up 31001 Pressure sensor defective Contact the service hotline 31003 The ambient pressure is too low The ambient pressure...

Page 40: ...act the service hotline 40802 Heating error VPR The NTC sensor of the VPR is defective Contact the service hotline 40803 Heating error Corona The NTC sensor of the Corona is defective Contact the service hotline 40804 Heating error FCEM The NTC sensor of the FCEM is defective Contact the service hotline 40805 Heating error CFO The NTC sensor of the CFO is defective Contact the service hotline 4080...

Page 41: ...L DiTEST Counter Errors and Error Elimination User manual 37 9 2 Problem Reports service addresses In the event of damage please contact the respective AVL DiTEST branch AVL DiTEST partner in your country ...

Page 42: ...umption 230 150 V Warm up 2 26 4 47 A Measuring 0 5 0 8 A EXHAUST PROBES Passenger car standard 2 m SIZE AND WEIGHT Dimensions 21 5 25 44 cm W H D Weight Approx 9 kg INTERFACES USB cable USB 2 0 Wireless Bluetooth Class 1 MEASURING RANGE Particulate size 20 300 nm Number concentration official measurement 0 5 000 000 1 cm3 Counting efficiency 23 nm 5 0 2 0 6 50 nm 5 0 6 1 3 80 nm 5 0 7 1 3 Resolut...

Page 43: ...AVL DiTEST Counter Technical Data User manual 39 10 2 CE Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the required standards The declaration of conformity can be requested on demand ...

Page 44: ...ses and elimination 36 Exhaust gas probe 9 G General 1 M Maintenance 24 Measurement 18 O Official measurement 15 P Plausibility check 1 Problem reports service addresses 39 R Result 22 S Safety 2 Safety symbols 2 Scope of supply 10 Site of installation 11 Speed 19 Stand alone 23 T Target audience 1 Technical data 40 U USB cable and power supply 12 ...