5.3 Checking for leaks
Checking the sample gas path for leaks
Carry out a leak test prior to commissioning or following each maintenance measure which
aects the sensor or the gas path. This is carried out as follows:
1. Connect the sample gas outlet to a relative pressure manometer (e.g. U-tube manometer
with measuring range 0 to 150hPa, resolution 0.1hPa).
2. Apply air to the sample gas inlet.
As soon as an overpressure of approx. 100 hPa has been reached (measure using manometer
at sample gas outlet), block the sample gas inlet.
3. Wait approx. one minute until the enclosed air has become adapted to its environmental
conditions. Then record the pressure.
4. Wait for a while and read the pressure once again. The gas path is suciently tight when the
pressure drop does not exceed a maximum value.
Dierent criteria are in eect for the parameters (wait time and pressure drop) listed in item
4 due to the dierent designs of the analyzers. You can nd the relevant values for each
analyzer in the operating instructions of the respective unit.
Note
It must be guaranteed during this measurement that the temperature of the gas path and sensor
remains constant.
Commissioning
5.3Checking for leaks
Series 6 and ULTRAMAT 23
46 Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2024, A5E45779144002-AB