Steam Trap Control Device SONAPHONE KRD
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1. plug in the charger The red charging lamp lights up during charging If the battery is completely discharged it can take 9 hours for recharging When the charging is completed the charging lamp goes off and the charger can be unplugged An overcharging protection in the device prevents a device damage caused by overcharging The stationary operation via the charger is also possible If the red LED sparkles during charging the SONAPHONE KRB has a defect and has to be sent to the manufacturer for a check To improve the life of the batteries they has to be recharged only when the batteries are completely discharged CAUTION For charging of the internal batterie only the provided charger is allowed to use BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 12 SONOTEC A Structure borne sound sensor The structure borne sound sensors are used to prove ultrasound on solid bodies They have to be pressed onto the testing place by hand Favourable points are those where within the stream trap flow transitions are arising CAUTION Using the body sound probe pay attention to the general safety instructions for the SONAPHONE K 9 To aquire reproducible results the pressure force and the direction have to be constant BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 13 SONOTEC A Temperature Probes The SONAPHONE_K allows to measure temperatures in a range of 0 800 C Therefore a NiCr Ni thermocouple temperature probe is available2. which was constructed particularly for measurements on rough surfaces The temperature sensor can be connected to the SONAPHONE K or by the handle with the extension cable For receiving good results it is the best to compare the temperatures from the input and the output with each other BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 14 SONOTEC 4 Trouble shooting Not every trouble is a real defect ofthe device You can safe money and time if you remove the cause of a defect yourself The following hints should be helpfully Error Possible reason Remedy device cannot be batteries are recharge batteries switched on discharged no acoustic signal can be proved volume control is low adjusted probe is not securely connected headphone is not securely connected device switched off automatically probe is defective adjust volume connect the plug in full connect the plug in full switch on the device once more test with another probe red charging LED sparkles BA_SPHK_eng_071009 defect of internal accumulators defect of charging circuit send in the device SONAPHONE K for an inspection page 15 SONOTEC A Maintenance The device SONAPHONE RBK the probes and the accessories have a solid device construction Nevertheless they have to be protected against mechanical damages and heavy impact loads It is only allowed to use solventless detergents The integrated batteries have a
3. SONOTEC SONOTEC Spectrum Instruments Ltd 126 West Ridge Drive Stittsville Ontario K2S 2H1 Canada Tel 613 831 0007 Fax 613 831 0008 http www spectrum instruments com e mail info spectrum instruments com Ultrasonic Steam Trap Control Device SONAPHONE KRD SONOTEC A Operating Manual 10 07 BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 2 SONOTEC 4 Table of contents General safety instructions for the use of the SONAPHONE K 4 Scope of delivery vara alien alain aa 6 Overall view of the device and the accessories in the transport case 7 Functional description i 8 Connections operating and display elements of the SONAPHONE K ANts fUACHONS di ainda 5d RA 9 Stating UP LA Rain pisa cda i i 10 Charging the batteries i 12 To aquire reproducible results the pressure force and the direction have to De constanti lar nenn diari Lioni lisi ico 13 Temperature Probes nc 14 For receiving good results it is the best to compare the temperatures from the input and the output with each other 14 Trouble snootngi isa apa TE aa EEA AAA AE AE 15 Maintenance E a iui lalla e E Aaa Taa nan aSa 16 Technical data SONAPHONE K ii 17 Warranty iaia hihi lara ta 18 BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 3 SONOTEC A General safety instructions for the use of the SONAPHONE KRD The SONAPHONE KRB corresponds to the state of the art a
4. User manual structure borne sound sensor charger handle with extension cable for head phone the temperature probe temperature probe SONAPHONE K BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 7 SONOTEC A Functional description At many flow processes of gases liquids and solids in pipelines and on leakages ultrasound arise from friction These ultrasonic signals are received with the SONAPHONE KRB and the intensity gets audible with speaker or headphone Simultaneously the level of the ultrasound will be displayed on a LCD or a LED scale respectively Ultrasound can arise out of a multitude of processes for example at leakages within compressed air steam and vacuum plants The device is particularly suitable for e steam traps leaking valves gate valves shutoffs traps in line systems roller bearing defects cavity on pumps and compressors flash overs and corona discharges on electrical installations With the help of SONAPHONE KRB faults can exactly get located and their size can get assessed By the use of a thermocouple type K it is possible to measure temperatures in an operative range of 0 800 C with an accuracy of 2 The thermocouple measurement is based on a comparative measuring procedure between the probe tip hot junction and the other hand of the thermocouple wire cold junction In our case the cold junction is the SONAPHONE K Therefore it is necessary that the temperature of the SONAPHONE K corresponds to th
5. arts or without intervisibility in unknown areas If you locate ultrasonic signals on electrical installations a sufficient safety distance need to be kept to avoid electrical flash overs BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 4 SONOTEC A 9 Application and handling of structure borne sound sensors have to be executed with sufficient carefulness so that nobody can get hurt by the cone point of the tip Use the tubular for the probe on the shoulder strap of the leather bag if you carry the probe or when it is not in use 10 Also use the leather bag with shoulder strap if you climb stairs a ladder platforms and so on to prevent an accident 11 The application of the SONAPHONEKRD in strong electromagnetic fields should be avoided 12 The SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH gives no guaranty and also not for damages of a third party caused by misuse of the appliance BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 5 SONOTEC A Scope of delivery testing device SONAPHONE KRD Probes e structure borne sound sensors Thermocouple probe e NiCr Ni temperature probe temperature range 0 800 C Accessories headphone soundproofed charger leather bag handle with extension cable for the temperature probe transportation case operating manual Please notice that the scope of delivery can vary appropriate to your order BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 6 SONOTEC A Overall view of the device and the accessories in the transport case
6. e surrounding temperature The checking device SONAPHONE K is a battery supplied mobile hand held instrument For the acquisition of the ultrasound different probes can be used which can be connected with a cable or directly to the checking device For the temperature measurements a thermocouple temperature probe is available which can be connected with a cable or directly to the testing device BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 8 SONOTEC A Connections operating and display elements of the SONAPHONE KRD and its functions connection for connection for ultrasonic probe temperature probe LC Display with display screen LED scale 10 steps state of operation Temperature measurement control connection for charger charge control volume knob button ON OFF measurement mode selection integrated loudspeaker Connection for headphone BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 9 SONOTEC A Starting up For switching on or off the device the ON OFF button has to be pressed After an operation time of 10 minutes the device switches off automatically If the detection is not finished at this moment the SONAPHONE KRB has to be switched on again CAUTION To prevent hearing damages the volume knob has to be turned to minimum left stop before switching on the device After switching on you can increase the volume until the leackage signal can be determined The usage of the struct
7. lifetime of maximally 1000 charging and discharging processes For that reason they have to be completely discharged and afterwards recharged in regular intervals You can discharge the accumulator for example by switching on the device SONAPHONE KRB The device should be switched on until the green LED will begin to sparkle Pay attention that the SONAPHONE KRB has an integrated Auto Power Off function which switches off the device 10 minutes after switching on After that you have to recharge it with the delivered charger until the red charging control light goes off see section Charging the batteries BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 16 SONOTEC A Technical data SONAPHONE KRD e operating frequency about 40 kHz e plugs ultrasonic probes thermocouple probes headphone charging power pack e display digital on a LC Display 0 140 scale steps with backlight or on a LED scale 10 steps e internal loudspeaker temperature measurement thermocouple type K range 0 800 C e power supply internal batteries or external charger e operating time about 10 hours with internal batteries e charging time maximum 9 hours e dimensions 190x110x85 mm e weight about 500g e operating temperature 0 C to 40 C e storage temperature 10 C to 50 C e protection IP 20 e CE conformity EC directives and laws 89 336 EEC electromagnetic compatibility BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 17 SONOTEC A Warranty The SONOTEC Ultraschal
8. lsensorik Halle GmbH guarantees the SONAPHONE KRB and its accessories for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase Within the warranty period SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH will repair all defects caused by faulty design workmanship or materials for free SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH will repair or replace the defect device or a part of it at their discretion within the warranty period This guarantee shall not apply to the internal batteries or to damages caused through misuse neglect wear and tear and if the appliance has been dismantled or repaired by a person not authorized by SONOTEC In addition this warranty does not cover lacks which impair the value or the useability of the equipment only insignificant gt Delivery opportunities as well as technical changes are subject to change without notice BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 18
9. nd the safety relevant rules The manufacturer did everything to guarantee a safety working The user have to ensure that the safe use is not impaired The appliance is work examined and was delivered in a safe to operate condition 1 It is only allowed to use or to connect the provided accessories with SONAPHONE KRD the headphone the ultrasonic probes the temperature probes and the charger 2 It is only allowed to use the device by trained persons Every user who works with the device has to read this user manual at first 3 To avoid a device defect the SONAPHONE KRD has to be protected against moisture 4 The device and all equipment can be cleaned with a damp cloth Aggressive detergents can attack the plastic coating and can interfere with the mechanical stability of SONAPHONE KRD 5 The accumulator of the SONAPHONE KRB can be charged by the attached charger The main voltage and the frequency have to be the same as given on the rating plate of the charger 6 It is not allowed to open the SONAPHONE KRB or the equipment or to do repairs on your own Only the manufacturer is allowed to do repairs 7 The SONAPHONE KRB and the used probes are proper for a usage at a temperature range of 0 40 C The permissible storage temperature range is about 10 50 C 8 Working with the device SONAPHONE KRD and the probes should be clearly visible Never work with the probes in areas with non insulated voltage carrying p
10. ure borne sound sensor The usage of the structure borne sound sensor allows to detect internal switch processes by noise level measurements at a steam trap Therefore the probe has to be pressed onto the body of it In a Ball float steam trap e g the SONAPHONE K detects internal ball movements which allows to characterize internal functional expiries The usage of temperature probe The temperature sensor supports this assessment by measuring relations between input output and body temperature as a function of steam pressure The volume can be controlled through the VOLUME knob where the position influences the intensity of the LED scale ns ee u l pe rai io ae dd u t tzt die S ken Pressing the MAXTemp button the temperature measurement can be selected storage of the maximum value ofuttrasound signals can be _This functi maximum ofthe ultrasound source When this function is active the yellow LED is lightened When the surrounding light is not sufficient the display screen lights on automatically BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 10 SONOTEC 7 BA_SPHK_eng_071009 page 11 SONOTEC A Charging the batteries If the operating time of the SONAPHONE KRB runs out you have to recharge the internal batteries This will be displayed by means of flashing from the green operating mode display To start charging you have to connect the plug of the charger on the right side with the SONAPHONE KRB After that you have to
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