Inficon TEK-Mate Manual De Instrucciones página 7

Using your INFICON TEK-Mate
W A R N I N G
Do not operate TEK-Mate in the presence of gasoline, natural gas,
propane, or in other combustible atmospheres.
How to Find Leaks
NOTE: A sudden whipping of the leak detector probe or blowing into the probe
tip will affect the air flow over the sensor and cause TEK-Mate to alarm.
1. Turn TEK-Mate On and wait for warm-up to complete.
2. Place the tip of the probe as close as possible to the site of the suspected leak.
Try to position the probe within 1/4 in. (5 mm) of the possible leak source.
3. Slowly (approximately 1 to 2 in. (2.5 to 5 cm) per second) move the probe past
each possible leak point.
NOTE: It is important to move the tip of the probe past the leak. If held on a
leak, the auto zero feature will gradually zero out the leak signal.
4. When the instrument detects a leak, it will beep more rapidly and the indicator
flash rate will increase to signal the leak.
5. When TEK-Mate signals a leak, pull the probe away from the leak for a moment,
then bring it back to pinpoint the location. If the leak is large, toggle sensitivity
to LOW to make it easier to find the exact site of the leak.
6. Return sensitivity to HIGH before searching for additional leaks.
7. When finished leak-testing, turn TEK-Mate Off.
How to Change the Filter
The foam filter at the probe tip should be replaced if it becomes plugged with
water or oil or appears dirty. To replace the filter, pull out the old filter (with a paper
clip or similar device). Then, push in the new filter.
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