TIF8800X - Robinair
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1. eroe 4 Charge the Battery 5 Operating Instructions 6 Instrument Status Indicators 7 sg sioe 52 General Gales m 8 Battery Pak oco usus aaasta ie titale ae dec d por 8 A A e Medis I e 9 cec RR 10 Replacement Parts n u mirar riera a Ms s 11 Waranty eign PETIT PED 11 Troubles MOON ti esee ER ERR 12 Safety Precautions cen inside front cover General Description The TIF8800X is a battery operated combustible gas detector that provides a ticking signal that increases in frequency as the source of combustible gas or vapor is approached This tool is ideal for pinpointing the location of combustible gas leaks as small as 1 ppm gasoline vapor Applications The TIF8800X may be used in almost any situation where a combustible gas vapor or residue needs to be found Some applications are Gas lines and pipes Fuel leaks Liquid or gas fired heating systems Propane filling stations A WARNING The TIF8800X is not designed to reliably detect carbon monoxide To prevent personal injury do NOT attempt to use this instrument to detect carbon monoxide Features Audible ticking signal Leak strength indicating LEDs Adjustable sensitivity Cordl2. sensor straight out of the sensor socket 2 Align the pins in the new sensor with the receptacles in the sensor socket and push the sensor into place 3 Test the tool in the presence of a known leak If it still does not alarm immediately discontinue using the tool and return it to TIF for service Refer to the Warranty section of this manual Specifications Power Supply 4 8V NiMH rechargeable battery pack Continuous Operation Time Up to 3 hours Battery Pack Lifetime Approximately 200 charge cycles Warm up Period Approximately 30 seconds Duty Cycle Continuous no limitation Response Time Instantaneous Sensitivity Variable as low as 1 ppm gasoline vapor Operating Environment 32 F to 125 F 0 C to 52 C Dimensions 8 in x 3 in x 1 8 in 20 3 x 7 6 x 4 6 cm Weight Approximately 16 ounces 454 grams Probe Length 15 in 38 cm 10 Replacement Parts Several components of the unit are consumable and will eventually require replacement Additionally optional accessories for the unit are available through your dealer Specify the part number below to ensure obtaining the correct part CAUTION Use only the TIF8809 battery pack in this instrument Substitution of components may impair the intrinsic safety rating of the tool and cause personal injury TIF8801 Sensor TIF8802 AC Adapter battery charger TIF8802A AC Adapter Australian style TIF8802E AC Adapter European style TIF8802J AC Adapter Japa
3. TI AN SPX BRAND TIF8800X Combustible Gas Detector Owner s Manual Manual del propietario Manuel de l utilisateur Safety Precautions A WARNING To prevent personal injury e Study understand and follow all safety precautions and instructions relating to this tool Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 and OSHA standards when using the TIF8800X Gas Detector A e Verify the instrument is functioning correctly by testing it on a known combustible leak source before approaching a suspected hazardous area e Charge or replace battery pack in an area known to be non hazardous The process of charging or replacing the battery pack could cause a spark and in an environment containing combustible gas could lead to an explosion Reinstall the rubber boot and battery cover after replacing the battery pack Operating the instrument with the rubber boot removed may impair the intrinsic safety of the tool without the rubber boot in place there is a possibility of static charge leading to explosion This instrument is not designed to reliably detect carbon monoxide and should not be used as a detector for carbon monoxide Table of Contents General Description 2 Application S soccer ti maga kase 2 FOQUUICS APRA e 2 Parts amp CONTO actas dolo ii a 3 OAD kudema sede bog ended bead A on 4 Install the Battery 808
4. ck charged is important for the tool to function correctly especially when detecting very small leaks Charging the Battery Pack CAUTION Charge the battery pack in temperatures ranging between 32 F and 104 0 C 40 C Charging outside this temperature range may cause permanent damage to the battery pack 1 Place the power switch in the OFF CHARGE position Side View 2 Plug the AC adapter into an appropriate wall outlet Charger and connect the charger jack to the tool Input Jack During the charge cycle the yellow LED CHARGE is illuminated Once charging is complete the green LED READY will also illuminate Notes Leaving the AC adapter connected to the tool after charging will not damage the tool However the tool will not operate until the AC adapter has been disconnected Charges done after the low battery indicator red LED illuminates take approximately 15 hours Figure 5 Maintenance Disposal of Batteries Batteries are recyclable Do not incinerate or expose batteries to e open flames Dispose of batteries according to local state and w federal regulations Sensor If the tool does not sound an alarm in the presence of a known leak the sensor may need to be replaced Refer to Replacement Parts for the sensor part number 1 The sensor is located on the end of the probe tip Place the power switch in the OFF CHARGE position grip the end of the probe tip and pull the
5. ed before they re capable of optimum performance To condition a new battery pack charge it fully then operate the tool as normal until the low battery LED illuminates Repeat this procedure a minimum of 3 to 5 times 5 Figure 3 Operating Instructions Once the battery pack is fully charged the TIF8800X is ready to use 1 Move to a known non contaminated atmosphere 2 Turn the sensitivity control fully counter clockwise 3 Turn the power switch ON The power light should be illuminated and no sound should be heard Once the instrument has warmed up for about 30 Seconds a ticking sound will be heard 4 Rotate the sensitivity control to the highest setting that does not cause the instrument to alarm 5 Search the general area of the suspected leak When a detectable compound enters the tip the tick rate speeds up Along with the increased tick rate the leak intensity LEDs illuminate from left to right The larger the concentration the more LEDs will light up See Figure 4 6 In most cases it is not necessary to adjust the sensitivity of the instrument However if the alarm sounds before a leak source can be found it is likely the air is contaminated with heavy concentrations of gas You may desensitize the instrument by turning the sensitivity knob counter Leak Intensity LEDs clockwise to a lower setting in order to pinpoint the Figure 4 leak location Tech Tip Joint compounds used on newly installed p
6. ess operation Rechargeable battery pack Battery pack status indication One year warranty Parts and Controls 1 ON OFF switch Side View 2 Instrument status indicators five LEDs 3 Probe tip and sensor 4 NiMh battery pack behind cover 5 Charger input jack 6 Leak intensity indicators six LEDs 7 Sensitivity control Install the Battery Pack Before using the TIF8800X it is necessary to install and charge the supplied NiMh battery pack 1 Remove the rubber boot from around the tool 2 Unthread the screw holding the battery cover in place and remove the cover 3 Connect the 4 pin plug on the battery pack harness to the tool and position the battery pack in the chamber See Figure 1 Connect 4 pin plug from a battery pack Figure 1 harness Battery Pack Installed 4 Reinstall the battery cover and screw 5 Reinstall the rubber boot CAUTION To prevent personal injury always reinstall the rubber boot Failure to do so may impair the intrinsic safety of the tool without the rubber boot in place there is a possibility of static charge leading to explosion Note If the boot or the battery cover is lost or damaged replacement parts are available Refer to the Replacement Parts section of this manual for details Charge the Battery Pack Before using the gas detector for the first time you will need to charge the battery pack in order for the unit to function correctly CAUTION To prevent e
7. ghts during 1 Problem with battery pack 1 Disconnect AC adapter from charging tool and wait one hour for battery pack to cool Do not use tool or attempt to charge battery pack during this time After one hour reconnect AC adapter to tool If red LED fault illuminates again replace battery pack Refer to Replacement Parts section of this manual 2 Internal failure 2 If battery pack is not the problem discontinue using tool and return it for service AXCAUTION This tool should be serviced by TIF only Failure to do so may impair the intrinsic safety of the device Tool does not seem 1 Sensor failed 1 Verify unit on known operable does not alarm combustible gas leak source If in the presence of leaks no response replace sensor Refer to Maintenance for instructions 2 Internal failure 2 If replacing sensor does not solve problem immediately discontinue using tool and return it for service AX CAUTION This tool should be serviced by TIF only Failure to do so may impair the intrinsic safety of the device 12 Troubleshooting continued Symptom Possible Cause Solution Power indicator LED 1 Battery pack not charged 1 Connect AC adapter to tool does not light tool is and charge battery pack Refer non responsive to Setup for instructions 2 AC adapter is connected 2 Remove AC adapter to tool Battery life is less than 1 Battery pack needs to be 1 To cond
8. iping may contain combustible solvents and could cause a false alarm Instrument Status Indicators There are five 5 instrument status indicators or LEDs on the front of the instrument The indicators are explained below from top to bottom Power Indicator red This LED instrument illuminates when the instrument is ON Status Low Battery red This LED illuminates Indicators when a battery charge is needed The battery pack must be fully recharged before the tool is used again Charge yellow This LED illuminates during the recharge process Ready green This LED illuminates when the charge cycle is complete A fully charged battery pack provides up to three 3 hours of continuous operation Fault red This LED illuminates only if there is a problem with charging the battery pack Refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual Maintenance General Care Do not allow dirt or grease to obstruct the charger input jack on the side of the instrument Use only a soft cloth dampened with mild soap to clean the body of the tool This tool is a precision electronic device Avoid extreme mechanical shock exposure to strong magnetic fields and extreme temperatures Never immerse the tool into a liquid Battery Pack The unit is equipped with a nickel metal hydride NiMh battery pack If the low battery LED is ON the battery pack needs to be charged before the tool is used again Keeping the battery pa
9. ition battery pack 3 hours of operation conditioned charge it fully then operate tool as normal until the low battery LED illuminates Repeat this procedure a minimum of 3 to 5 times Tool does not operate 1 Battery pack not 1 Follow instructions in the Setup and battery pack charge connected section of this manual to check cycle will not complete that the battery pack 24 hour charge applied connection is secure and green light does not iluminate 2 Bad battery pack 2 Replace battery pack Refer to Replacement Parts section of this manual 553240 Rev B August 11 2010 SPX SERVICE SOLUTIONS 655 EISENHOWER DRIVE OWATONNA MN 55060 0995 USA TOLL FREE LLAMADA GRATUITA NUMERO GRATUIT FAX TELECOPIEUR 800 800 800 866 866 327 327 327 259 259 5060 5060 5060 1241 1241 www tif com
10. nese style TIF8808 Battery Cover TIF8809 Nickel Metal Hydride NiMh Battery Pack TIF8818 Rubber Boot This product has been produced to provide unlimited service Should it become inoperable after the user has performed the recommended maintenance a no charge repair or replacement will be made to the original purchaser This applies to all repairable units that have not been damaged or tampered with The claim must be made within ONE YEAR of the date of purchase lt p The following items are consumables and are not covered under warranty Sensor Battery Pack Charger Damage caused by the user s failure to perform the required maintenance on this tool will not be covered under warranty Damage caused by abuse or misuse of this tool is not covered under warranty Repair Information Before returning the instrument for repair carefully review the Troubleshooting section of this manual to determine if the problem can be solved If the tool still fails to work correctly contact the company at 800 327 5060 for more information Repaired or replaced tools will carry an additional 90 day warranty 11 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Solution Power indicator LED 1 Battery pack not charged 1 Connect AC adapter to tool does not light tool is and charge battery pack Refer non responsive to Setup for instructions 2 AC adapter is connected 2 Remove AC adapter to tool Fault LED li
11. quipment damage Charge the battery pack only in temperatures between 32 F and 104 F 0 C and 40 C Charging outside this temperature range may cause permanent damage to the battery pack Use only the AC adapter that is included with the TIF8800X to charge the battery pack If a replacement adapter is needed refer to the Replacement Parts section of this manual 1 Place the power switch in the OFF CHARGE position See Figure 2 2 Plug the AC adapter included with the TIF8800X into Power an appropriate wall outlet and connect the charger Switch jack to the charge input on the tool See Figure 3 During the charge cycle the yellow LED CHARGE is illuminated Once charging is complete the green LED READY will also illuminate Notes Leaving the AC adapter connected to the tool after charging will not damage the tool However the tool will not operate until the AC adapter has been disconnected Side View The battery pack is shipped pre charged but its condition upon arrival to the user is unknown due to parasitic drainage that occurs during storage and Charger shipment An initial charge cycle is recommended to Put Jack achieve full performance of the tool This initial charge will take 2 6 hours depending on the actual condition of the battery pack Subsequent charges applied after the red low battery LED illuminates will take approximately 15 hours New battery packs need to be condition
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