HELPFUL TIPS
With detector tubes
Ensure that there are no fragments of glass in the tube glands prior to fitting detector
tubes, clean if required.
Always remove the ends of the detector tubes cleanly using the correct tube tip cutter. Do
not use pincers or other devices.
Always remove both ends of the detector tubes prior to fitting.
Always fit detector tubes with the arrows facing outwards.
Never break the glass ampoule in the oil tube before the test.
Only use the detector tubes that the tester is calibrated for. (To determine the correct
tube check in the manual’s appendix and on the calibration certificate.)
Once used, be aware that the tube tip cutter contains ground glass and glass fragments.
Take appropriate precautions for the disposal of these. Dispose of as sharps.
When using the tube tip cutter ensure only a light pressure is applied to the tube whilst
rotating for scoring.
General
Make sure the system flow control valve is closed after each test.
Note: Connecting an air supply to the tester with the system flow regulator in the open
position can damage the unit.
Never connect to a non-regulated supply from an HP cylinder or compressor.
Maximum inlet pressure to the tester is 10 bar. If exposed to an overpressure the tester
will display an overpressure warning necessitating its return to the manufacturer for
checking and resetting.
If the tester has been used on an excessively wet supply it can be purged dry by running a
full test on a known dry source without any detector tubes fitted.
If you are carrying out repeat tests on a system using a “custom time” oil setting, once set
this time will appear as an option for selection from within the preset times menu.
When using the mains power supply ensure that the tester is switched off prior to
connection and disconnection.
For any additional advice and information please contact Factair on:
+44 (0) 1473 746400.
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