Heath-consultants Remote Methane Leak Detector Intrinsically Safe (R Manuel d'utilisateur

User’s Manual IS MODEL Heath Consultants Incorporated Houston, TX Phone: 713-844-1300 Fax: 713-844-1309 1-800-HEATH-US www.heat

Transceiver The transceiver provides the laser launch for the infrared detection beam, visible green spotter laser, and spotter laser button. Harne

Accessories Dual Shoulder Strap Harness The dual shoulder strap harness provides extra comfort and support for carrying the instrument for an exten

Chapter II Battery Charging Rechargeable Battery The RMLD-IS has an internal, rechargeable Lithium-ion battery that provides the main power to the

batteries should not be allowed to fully discharge and then be stored for extended periods of time. Otherwise it will shorten the lifecycle & cap

Battery Charger The RMLD-IS is provided with a universal AC battery charger. The plug of the charger can be changed to fit the type of receptacle u

Chapter III Operating the RMLD-IS This chapter provides information on the use of the RMLD-IS. It provides an explanation of working with the menu

Fig. 3-2: RMLD-IS rear panel Headphone port: receptacle for the headphone plug. Power Switch: depress the switch to turn the instrument on/o

Turning On the Spotter Laser **Caution** The green spotter laser in under the control of the operator and is on only when the spotter trigger switc

By pressing the select button, the Menu options are scrolled through in the following order: • Self-Test i. Press Up button to initiate the Self-Te

• BACLI i. Press up button to turn on or to turn off the display backlight. Fig. 3-5 Although the ppm-m readout will not be updating, the instr

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The DMD will indicate detection when the ppm-m exceeds the average background plus Alarm Detection Threshold level, or when the reading is excessive.

3. Listen for the highest tone level. 4. Change your angle slightly and re-scan the leak zone. 5. If the location with the highest pitch is consis

Fig. 3-7 5. Press the UP button to initiate the self-test. The number 255 will then be displayed. 6. When the OK icon is displayed, the instru

force the laser calibration sweep. 3. At the end of the first sweep, OK will be displayed. Press the UP arrow key again to restart the sweep. 4

When the Self-Test fails. The following table may help to isolate the problem: Cause Corrective Action Low signal strength or noisy • Make sure

Chapter IV Surveying with the RMLD-IS A training video is provided with the RMLD-IS, which demonstrates the best overview of techniques used. It is

• Move in closer if the range is too far or ground elevation causes the beam to not come into contact with the ground (dark zones). While scanning

Be aware of the ground elevation. Scanning across the top of a knoll or past the edge of a structure can result in beam skips (a sudden change in di

Dealing with False Detections While using the DMD mode, several conditions may occur that will cause the algorithm to give a detection indication.

The invisible Infrared (IR) detector laser beam is transmitted from the launch port. With a normal background, such as brick, concrete, and grass, i

Warnings It is essential that users of this instrument read, understand and follow the instructions for operation and maintenance. The precautions c

Fig. 4-5: The ppm-m reading is the product of the plume concentration times the distance the IR beam passes through the plume (plume width) in addit

Chapter V Maintenance and Troubleshooting Information Troubleshooting the Instrument The advanced design of the RMLD-IS makes it one of the most re

Excessive false detections while scanning at longer distances • Scanning too fast • Alarm detection threshold set too low • Scanning at the rang

Maintenance In order to maintain the RMLD-IS in good working condition, the following maintenance should be performed as indicated: Maintenance Ite

Chapter VI Service Information Warranties and Warranty Repair The RMLD-IS is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one

Glossary Beam Skip: Occurs when the IR beam jumps between a near object and a far away object. This may cause a false detection. Control Module:

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RMLD-IS Daily Self-Test and Calibration Log RMLD S/N Date Operator Passed Self-Test? Self-Test ppm-m Reading Alarm Level Notes

Declaration of Conformity Manufacture’s Name: Heath Consultants Manufacture’s Address: 9030 Monroe Road Houston, TX 77061 Model: Remo

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Chapter IV Surveying with the RMLD-IS…………………………… 24 Long Range Scanning…………………………………… 25 Dealing with False Detections…………………………… 27 How Does the

Overview The HEATH Remote Methane Leak Detector (RMLD-IS) is a highly advanced technology, capable of detecting methane leaks from a remote distance

The RMLD-IS consists of two main interactive components: • Transceiver • Control Module Fig. 1-3: Laser Emitter/Receiver and Control Module The

Chapter I RMLD-IS System Specifications Detection Method: Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy (TDLAS) Measurement Range: 0 to 99,999 ppm-m S

RMLD-IS System Components This Chapter describes the features of the RMLD-IS. Please refer to Figure 1-4 for illustrations of individual parts.