RKI Instruments SP-220 TYPEH2, Operating Manual

Page 1: ...Portable Gas Leak Detector SP 220 Series TYPE H2 Operating Manual Part Number 71 0420 Revision A Released 4 9 19...

Page 2: ...nds 22 4 12 How to turn on the illumination lamp 23 4 13 Power off 23 5 Display Mode 24 5 1 Entering the display mode 24 5 2 Measured gas reading setting 26 5 3 Log data display 28 6 User Mode 29 6 1...

Page 3: ...hole or in part without permission Regardless of warranty period we shall not make any indemnification for accidents and damage caused by using the detector Make sure to read the warranty policy speci...

Page 4: ...aration of Conformity at the end of this operating manual for CE marking specifications For the product specifications check the nameplate attached to the product shown in the following figure 1 Namep...

Page 5: ...nhole or confined space do not lean over or look into the manhole or closed space It may lead to dangers because oxygen deficient air or other gases may blow out Oxygen deficient air or other gases ma...

Page 6: ...a temperature of 20 C and a humidity of 40 RH and taken outside a temperature of 30 C and a humidity of 60 RH an alarm is triggered by humidity changes In such a case perform air calibration outside...

Page 7: ...of the detector in a place where it is exposed to direct sunlight Do not store the detector in a sun heated car Avoid a sudden humidity or temperature change Do not leave the detector in a place with...

Page 8: ...s high concentration solvent gas is exposed a crack may occur in the unit Thus do not use high concentration solvent gases About battery replacement Never fail to turn off the power of the detector be...

Page 9: ...ECEx IECEx PRE 15 0060 ATEX Presafe15 ATEX7188 Applied standards IEC 60079 0 2011 EN60079 0 2012 IEC 60079 11 2011 EN60079 11 2012 Precautions Do not replace the battery unit in a hazardous location D...

Page 10: ...the screen and decrease numerical values in the setting mode 5 MODE button Press this switch to change between display modes Used to change the screen and increase numerical values in the setting mode...

Page 11: ...A alkaline battery 2 pcs installed Taper nozzle 1 pc Hand strap 1 pc Replacement hydrophobic filters 1 bag 5 pcs included Operating manual 1 pc Product warranty 1 pc If there is anything missing conta...

Page 12: ...tion sound display Displays the setting status of the operation sound 6 Battery level icon Displays the battery level 7 Bar meter display Displays the level of gas concentration in the form of a bar m...

Page 13: ...ck that the taper nozzle is not bent or has no hole Check that the nipple to which the taper nozzle is attached is not loose 4 3 How to replace the batteries When the detector is used for the first ti...

Page 14: ...h new ones at one time Pay attention to the polarities during replacement Replace while checking the battery polarities stamped on the body If the battery cover is not completely locked the dry batter...

Page 15: ...ER button for one second or longer Hold it down until all the LCDs and alarm lamp light up and the buzzer blips All LCDs light up Date time display Gas name full scale display Warm up time Display exa...

Page 16: ...UP is different depending on the stability status of the sensor If the detector is not used for a long period warm up time may be longer or a sensor abnormality FAIL SENSOR may be displayed In such a...

Page 17: ...umination lamp lights up button Hold down for 1 sec Hold down for 3 secs button buttons buttons Hold down for 3 secs AIR calibration Alarm setpoint change Snap logger record Operation alarm sound ON O...

Page 18: ...essure If excessive pressure is applied to the gas inlet and outlet of the detector detected gases may leak out from its inside and may cause dangerous conditions Be sure that excessive pressure is no...

Page 19: ...rough 10 ppm 30 ppm 150 ppm 500 ppm and 2000 ppm How to change the alarm setpoint 1 In the detection mode press the AIR and MODE buttons at the same time The alarm setpoint is changed to the next pre...

Page 20: ...r calibration verify a fresh air environment 1 In the detection mode hold down the AIR button 2 Release the AIR button when the display changes from HOLD AIR to RELEASE Buzzer sound Three times blip b...

Page 21: ...when the clock function is enabled Since the clock function is disabled by default enable it before using the snap logger function See 6 3 Clock function ON OFF setting on page 32 1 In the detection...

Page 22: ...the MODE button for three seconds or longer NOTE To clear a retained peak value hold down the MODE button for one second in the detection mode 4 11 Changing the alarm and operation sounds Turn the al...

Page 23: ...at the same time for three seconds or longer 4 13 Power off Press and hold the POWER button at least three seconds until the buzzer blips three times TURN OFF disappears to turn off the power CAUTION...

Page 24: ...ting screen for the display mode is switched every time the button is pressed Holding down the button also switches the setting screen When the detector returns to the detection mode the setting scree...

Page 25: ...until PEAK CLR is displayed Measured gas reading setting By changing the setting to the pre registered gas in the detector the converted concentration from the detection target gas will be displayed P...

Page 26: ...t in the following page 1 On the GAS LIST screen in the display mode press the POWER button The detector enters the gas reading setting The currently set gas name is displayed 2 Press the MODE or AIR...

Page 27: ...butylene C4H8 10 30 150 500 2000 10000 n Butane n C4H10 10 30 150 500 2000 10000 Isobutane i C4H10 10 30 150 500 2000 10000 Cyclopentane C5H10 10 30 150 500 2000 10000 Normal hexane n C6H14 10 30 150...

Page 28: ...tation ID and memory number are displayed alternately If there is no recorded data NO DATA is displayed When there is no recorded data 2 Press the MODE or AIR button to select log data to be displayed...

Page 29: ...hen press the POWER button The detector enters the date time setting in the user mode 2 Next press the MODE or AIR button to display the appropriate menu The setting screen for the user mode switches...

Page 30: ...is disabled the date time setting screen is not displayed Clock function ON OFF setting Enable or disable the clock function ROM SUM display Displays the program number and SUM value of the detector T...

Page 31: ...ction ON OFF setting on page 32 before setting the date time 1 On the DATE screen in the user mode press the POWER button The detector enters the date time setting 2 Press the MODE or AIR button set t...

Page 32: ...D is displayed and then the detector returns to the user mode menu NOTE When the clock function is changed from disabled to enabled a clock abnormality FAIL CLOCK may be triggered if the date time is...

Page 33: ...d on the LCD System abnormalities FAIL SYSTEM Battery voltage low FAIL BATTERY Calibration abnormalities FAIL AIR CAL Clock abnormalities FAIL CLOCK Low flow rate FAIL LOW FLOW Pump abnormalities FAIL...

Page 34: ...e for one year to maintain the performance as a unit Maintenance item Maintenance content Daily maintenance Monthly maintenance Regular maintenance Battery level check Check that the battery level is...

Page 35: ...entration display value is zero by using the zero gas Performs the air calibration if the reading is incorrect Flow rate check Checks the flow rate indicator to find abnormalities Checks the flow rate...

Page 36: ...g downward 3 Wipe away moisture coming out from the inside thoroughly using a towel cloth etc 4 Place the detector on a dry towel cloth etc and let it stand at normal temperatures 8 3 Parts replacemen...

Page 37: ...rubber seal correctly 4 Attach the rubber seal with the hydrophobic filter installed to the cap Make sure the rubber seal s rib has been firmly inserted into the cap s groove 5 Attach the cap with the...

Page 38: ...water or oil etc or has a lower flow rate due to clogging or when the sensor sensitivity deteriorates significantly Install the filter by sliding the grooves on its sides to the guide of the case Sens...

Page 39: ...d of normal oxygen content 20 9 If a fresh air environment is not available a cylinder of zero air can be used as long as the gas is applied through a humidifier tube Calibration kits for the SP 220 d...

Page 40: ...you are in a fresh air area area known to be free of toxic and combustible gases and of normal oxygen content 20 9 7 Press and hold the AIR button Release the AIR button when the screen says RELEASE...

Page 41: ...lator Methane calibration cylinder Hydrogen calibration cylinder 1 Empty the gas bag 2 Connect the bag s tubing to the fixed flow regulator s hose barb fitting 3 Screw the fixed flow regulator onto th...

Page 42: ...ust be calibrated with both methane CH4 and hydrogen H2 Be sure you have performed a fresh air adjustment and prepared for calibration as described in the previous sections before continuing 1 Prepare...

Page 43: ...he AIR or MODE button to scroll to the AUTO CAL menu item 7 Press and release the POWER button CH4 will be displayed This version of the SP 220 needs to be calibrated to both methane CH4 and hydrogen...

Page 44: ...tton The gas reading will begin to flash 11 Apply calibration gas for 1 minute Depending on your calibration kit you will need to either a Connect the gas bag tubing to the instrument s inlet or b Con...

Page 45: ...H4 will be displayed This version of the SP 220 needs to be calibrated to both methane CH4 and hydrogen H2 Use the AIR or MODE button to toggle between the two gas selections 16 With H2 displayed pres...

Page 46: ...Connect the tubing from the demand flow regulator to the instrument s inlet 20 Press and release the POWER button The instrument will perform a gas adjustment and will return to the AUTO CAL menu item...

Page 47: ...scribed in the previous sections 2 If you have just performed a fresh air adjustment and the instrument is still running in Calibration Mode continue to step 6 If your instrument is not currently runn...

Page 48: ...em 7 Press and release the POWER button CH4 will be displayed This version of the SP 220 needs to be calibrated to both methane CH4 and hydrogen H2 Use the AIR or MODE button to toggle between the two...

Page 49: ...value listed on the calibration cylinder 11 Press and release the POWER button The instrument will perform a gas adjustment and will return to the MANU_CAL menu item 12 Disconnect the calibration gas...

Page 50: ...will begin to flash 16 Apply calibration gas for 1 minute Depending on your calibration kit you will need to either a Connect the gas bag tubing to the instrument s inlet or b Connect the tubing from...

Page 51: ...s and hold the POWER button 9 6 Password These instructions describe how to turn the Calibration Mode password on or off and how to set the password 1 If your instrument is still running in Calibratio...

Page 52: ...f setting If the password is set to on a user defined password will be required to enter Calibration Mode 7 Press and release the POWER button If you set the password function to off continue to step...

Page 53: ...53 9 To enter Detection Mode scroll to the MEASURE menu item and press and release the POWER button To turn off the instrument press and hold the POWER button...

Page 54: ...oduct was delivered Store the detector away from dust etc if the shipping carton is not available 10 2 Procedures to use the detector again CAUTION When the detector is used again after a long period...

Page 55: ...on the regulations of EU member states Removing batteries For battery removal see 4 3 How to replace the batteries on page 13 NOTE Crossed out recycle dustbin mark This symbol mark is indicated on th...

Page 56: ...turn on the power to perform operations System abnormalities FAIL SYSTEM A circuit abnormality occurred Contact RKI for repair Sensor abnormalities FAIL SENSOR A sensor has failed Remove the batteries...

Page 57: ...ormalities of the internal clock Make a setting of date time If such a symptom is observed repeatedly the built in clock is seemingly malfunctioning Thus it must be replaced Contact RKI for repair Pum...

Page 58: ...d knob for 34 liter aluminum 58 liter and 103 liter cylinders cylinders with internal threads 81 1055RK Regulator demand flow 0 5 LPM with gauge and knob for 17 liter and 34 liter steel cylinders cyli...

Page 59: ...ounding Gas alarm pattern Non latching auto reset Fault alarm Sensor abnormality low flow rate battery voltage low system abnormality calibration abnormality clock abnormality pump abnormality Fault a...

Page 60: ...Error Use the Home tab to apply 1 to the text that you want to appear here Error Use the Home tab to apply 2 to the text that you want to appear here 60...