Bacharach 0024-8523 User manual

Combustion Gas Analyzer Configuration and Operation Manual
Instruction 0024-9486 Revision 3
October 2014
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WARRANTY POLICY
Bacharach, Inc. warrants to Buyer that at the time of delivery this product will be free from defects in material and manufacture and will conform substantially to Bacharach Inc.’s applicable specifications. Bacharach’s liability and buyer’s remedy under this warranty are limited to the repair or replacement, at Bacharach’s option, of this product or parts thereof returned to seller at the factory of manufacture and shown to Bacharach Inc.’s reasonable satisfaction to have been defective; provided that written notice of the defect shall have been given by buyer to Bacharach Inc. within two (2)
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years after the date of delivery on Product, CO sensor, and O
sensor.
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Product improvements and enhancements are continuous; therefore the specifications and information contained in this document may change without notice.
Bacharach, Inc. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
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Manual Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Section 1. Overview .................................................................................... 1
1.1. Introduction ............................................................................................ 1
1.2. Conventions............................................................................................. 1
1.3. Safety ....................................................................................................... 1
1.4. Product Overview .................................................................................... 3
1.5. North American (NA) vs. Siegert (S) Combustion Equations ................... 3
1.6. Components ............................................................................................ 5
1.7. Features ................................................................................................... 7
1.8. Combustion Test Process Overview ........................................................ 8
1.9. Fyrite InTech Sales Combinations ...................................................... 9
1.10. Specifications....................................................................................... 11
Section 2. Setup ........................................................................................ 13
2.1. Connecting the Probe and Thermocouple ............................................ 13
2.2. Front Panel Buttons ............................................................................... 14
2.3. Power Options ....................................................................................... 15
2.4. Turning On the Fyrite InTech ............................................................ 16
Section 3. Configuration ........................................................................... 17
3.1. Menu Structure Overview ..................................................................... 17
3.2. The Warm-up Sequence ........................................................................ 17
3.3. Main Menu ............................................................................................ 18
3.4. Select Fuel Menu ................................................................................... 19
3.5. Ambient CO Menu (Siegert Only) .......................................................... 20
3.6. Memory Options Menu ......................................................................... 22
3.7. Setup Menu ........................................................................................... 24
3.8. Calibration Menu ................................................................................... 35
3.9. Diagnostics Menu .................................................................................. 36
3.10. Status Menu ........................................................................................ 38
Section 4. Operation ................................................................................. 39
4.1. Prerequisites ......................................................................................... 39
4.2. Sampling Point Examples ...................................................................... 39
4.3. Combustion Testing Process ................................................................. 42
4.4. The RUN Screen ..................................................................................... 43
4.5. Printing Using the Optional IrDA Printer ............................................... 44
4.6. Taking Ambient CO Measurements ...................................................... 47
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4.7. PC Interface and Fyrite User Software ................................................ 48
Section 5. Calibration and Maintenance .................................................. 49
5.1. Serviceability ......................................................................................... 49
5.2. Cleaning the Probe ................................................................................ 49
5.2.1. Equipment Required ................................................................. 50
5.2.2. Procedure ................................................................................. 50
5.3. Water Trap and Filter Replacement ...................................................... 51
5.4. O2 and/or CO Sensor Replacement ....................................................... 52
5.4.1. Accessing the Sensors ............................................................... 52
5.4.2. Material Required (As Needed) ................................................ 52
5.4.3. O2 Sensor Replacement Procedure ........................................... 53
5.4.4. CO Sensor Replacement Procedure .......................................... 53
5.4.5. B-SMART CO Sensor Replacement.......................................... 54
5.5. T-Stack Calibration ................................................................................ 55
5.5.1. Materials Required ................................................................... 55
5.5.2. T-Stack Calibration Procedure .................................................. 55
5.6. CO Sensor Calibration ............................................................................ 57
5.6.1. Materials Required ................................................................... 57
5.6.2. CO Manual Zero Procedure ...................................................... 57
5.6.3. CO Sensor Span Procedure ....................................................... 58
5.7. T-Ref Sensor Calibration ........................................................................ 59
Section 6. Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 60
6.1. Error and Warning Messages ................................................................ 60
6.2. Replacement Parts ................................................................................ 61
6.3. Accessories ............................................................................................ 62
6.4. Instrument Identification ...................................................................... 63
6.5. Service Centers ...................................................................................... 63
Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................. 65
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A warning statement denotes a potential hazard
injury. Caution statements may also be used to alert against
feature, operation, etc. Failure to follow this
, result in improper

Section 1. Overview

1.1. Introduction
Thank you for investing in a Bacharach Fyrite InTech combustion analyzer. To assure proper use and operator safety, please read the contents of this manual for important information on the operation and maintenance of the analyzer.
1.2. Conventions
WARNING:
associated with the use of this equipment. Failure to follow this information could result in serious personal injury or death.
CAUTION: A caution statement indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT: An important statement provides emphasis of an important information could void your warranty operation, or cause equipment damage.
NOTE: A note statement provides emphasis of a feature, operation, practice, etc.
1.3. Safety
WARNING: This analyzer is not intended to be used as a safety device.
WARNING: When testing an appliance, a full visual inspection of the appliance should be performed to ensure its safe operation.
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This analyzer is not intended to be used on a
, this
analyzer should only be opened and/or serviced by authorized
This instrument has not been
CAUTION:
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CAUTION: continuous basis.
CAUTION: Do not store instrument or its sensors with solvents or products that contain solvents.
CAUTION: Except for sensor and battery replacement
Bacharach personnel. Failure to comply may void the warranty.
HAZARDOUS AREA WARNING:
designed to be intrinsically safe for use in areas classified as hazardous locations. For your safety,
DO NOT use it in hazardous
(classified) locations.
CAUTION: Do not use flammable or combustible substances (like carburetor fluid used for cleaning the probe) near an open flame.
When the instrument is used in an inefficient oil-fueled appliance where there is a high emission of soot, the probe’s sample filter may become clogged. Before every use check the filter to confirm it is clean or replace it with a new filter.
To prevent soot intake and a clogged filter, a smoke test should be performed before operating under such conditions. This ensures that the furnace or boiler is burning at a level appropriate for the use of this instrument.
When the CO
level exceeds the allowable threshold, a warning
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will prompt the user to consider performing a smoke test. This screen is cleared by pressing the ENTER button. Once the warning is cleared, it will not be displayed again for that particular test. If a new test is started (by pressing the HOLD button), the warning will be displayed again if the limit has been exceeded.
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1.4. Product Overview
The Fyrite InTech is a portable hand-held combustion analyzer for use in residential and light commercial applications. It is intended to be used by:
HVAC contractors
home inspectors
maintenance personnel
energy auditors
to conduct combustion efficiency analysis on residential and light commercial furnaces and appliances in the worldwide market.
The instrument is supplied with all of the following components:
probe and hose assembly
four disposable “AA” alkaline batteries
soft or hard carrying case (depending on model)
factory-calibrated and installed sensor(s) as ordered
and, depending on the model and kit, some or all of the following:
rubber boot
spare filters
Fyrite
USB cable (type A to mini B)
Infrared Data Association (IrDA) printer with four disposable “AA”
printer paper
User Software (FUS)
alkaline batteries
1.5. North American (NA) vs. Siegert (S) Combustion Equations
Though the combustion process is fairly standardized across the globe, a combustion analyzer intended for worldwide use demands a degree of flexibility for a few regional preferences. The Fyrite American configuration and a Siegert configuration (see page 32) to address these and other needs, which are contrasted below.
NOTE: Detailed differences between North American and Siegert configurations are noted where appropriate in this manual.
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Feature North American (NA) versus Siegert (S) Configurations
Countries
Typical North American
(NA) Users
Asia Belgium
Australia Denmark
Latin America France
North America Germany
South America Italy
Netherlands
Poland
Spain
United Kingdom
Heating Values For combustion calculations, Siegert uses the fuel’s lower
heating value; NA uses the higher value.
Fuels Different fuel sets and composition (p 19)
Different RUN Parameters
EFF (NA) vs. Stack loss and ETA (S) Excess Air (NA) vs. Lambda (S) (Lambda is similar to excess air)
Typical
Siegert (S) Users
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Extra Siegert Parameters
CO/CO2 ratio, boiler temperature, smoke number, and oil derivative are displayed for Siegert only.
CO2 Max Siegert users can set a CO2 max number for the fuel.
Print Average Feature
There is a print average feature for Siegert.
NOx Filter A NOx filter is included in-line on the tubing of the gas sample
probe of Siegert units.
Languages 3 languages for North American (NA) configuration.
8 languages for Siegert (S) configuration.
English
French
Spanish
German
Italian
Danish
NA
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Dutch
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1.7. Features
Sensors (pp 52, 61)
o Field-replaceable electrochemical sensors (O o Flue gas temperature measurement using a Type K thermocouple
Fuel codes (p 19)
o Six available fuels (in North American configuration) o Ten available fuels (in Siegert configuration)
Power (pp 11, 15)
o 4 AA alkaline batteries (included) o 4 AA lithium batteries o 4 AA rechargeable batteries (externally charged) o Low battery warning
Testing Features
o Complete test results (10 sets) can be stored, recalled, displayed,
and printed
o Time and date stamping of test results o Secure calibration function (password protected) (p 35) o Auto power-off feature with sensor purge feature (p 30) o Status and diagnostic menus (p 36) o Manual entry of values (Siegert only) (pp 25, 26) o Ambient CO (Siegert Only) (p 47)
User Customizations
o Combustion Air Temperature (T-Air) source selection (p 34) o North American and Siegert combustion calculations (pp 32, 44) o Multi-language interface (p 29) o Auto/Manual zero functions for the CO sensor (p 31) o Customized user information (3 lines of 20 characters) (p 45) o Customized logo on printouts (192 x 384 pixels) (p 47) o Temperature unit selection (p 24) o CO sensor protection feature (p 33)
Hardware (p 5)
o Probe/hose assembly for gas transport and temperature input o Sample pump to provide gas sample delivery o Backlit monochrome graphic LCD o Hard or soft carrying case o USB 2.0 (mini-B connection) for PC interface and communications
PC Interface (p 48)
o USB cable (Type A to Mini B) o Fyrite o Updates and instrument configuration
(p 22).
User Software (FUS) (Windows compatible)
and B-SMART CO)
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Turn On Instrument ................................... 14, 15, 16
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Set Combustion Test Parameters .......................... 19
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Save Data as Needed (F3) ................................ 14, 43
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Adjust Combustion Equipment As Needed
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Disconnect Probe .................................................. 42
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1.8. Combustion Test Process Overview
FUNCTION ............................................... PAGES
Connect Probe ...................................................... 13
Verify Power ......................................................... 15
Zero Instrument (Auto/Manual) ................ 17, 31,
Use Menu System ................................................. 17
Set System Parameters ..................... 19, 24,
Replace Sensor(s) as Needed ........................... 36,
Calibrate as Needed ......................................... 35,
Replace Batteries as Needed................................. 15
Filter Replacement ................................................ 51
Place Probe in Sampling Point ............................... 39
Collect Data (RUN Button) .................................... 43
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Stop Test (HOLD Button) .................................. 14,
Print Data as Needed (F1) .......................... 14, 43,
Save Data (F3) .................................................. 14,
Print Data (F1) (Option) .............................. 14, 43,
Review All Combustion Data ...................... 14, 43,
Save Data (F3) .................................................. 14,
Purge Instrument ............................................. 30,
Turn Off Instrument ......................................... 14,
Clean and Store ..................................................... 42
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computes and displays the calculations as long as the measured
computes and displays the calculations as long as the measured
NOTE: The North American (NA) configuration of Fyrite InTech
oxygen is not above 16% O2 and the stack temperature is not above 650° C (1200° F). The Siegert configuration of the Fyrite
InTech
oxygen is not above 18.8% O2 and the stack temperature is not above 650° C (1200° F).
1.9. Fyrite InTech Sales Combinations
Fuel Equations North American (NA) Siegert (S)
Final Assembly 0024-7340 0024-7341 0024-7342
Kit Type O2 Only Basic Reporting Basic Reporting
Sales Kit P/N 0024-8510 0024-8511 0024-8512 0024-8513 0024-8514
Probe X X X X X
Batteries X X X X X
T-Stack X X X X X
Manual X X X X X
O2 X X X X X
CO X X X X
Fuels 6 6 6 10 10
Soft Case X X X
Hard Case X X
Printer X X
Boot X X
PC Software X X
USB Cable X X
Spare Filters X X
NOx Filter X X
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1.10. Specifications
Specification Description
Temperature
Humidity Storage: 15 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Pressure 1 atmosphere ± 10%
Weight 16 ounces (454 g) with batteries
Dimensions 8.0” x 3.6” x 2.3” (20.3 cm x 9.1 cm x 5.8 cm) (H x W x D)
Warm-up Time Minimum = 30 seconds; Maximum = 60 seconds
Gas Sample Flow Rate
Sensors O2 Electrochemical (P/N: 0024-0788)
Product Approvals and Regulatory Compliance
Case Construction High impact ABS plastic with co-molded rubber.
Display Monochrome with backlight
USB Connector Mini B (USB 2.0)
Memory 10 locations for storing test results
IrDA Port Protocol: IrDA-SIR Data Bits: 8 Stop Bits: 1
Power Supply Options
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Storage: -20° to 50° C ( -4° to 122° F) 0° to 20° C (32° to 68° F ) optimal Operation: -5° to 45° C (23° to 113° F) Reference: 20° ± 2° C (68° ± 4° F)
Operation: 15 to 95% RH, non-condensing Reference: 45 ± 10% RH, non-condensing
300 to 700 cc/min
CO Electrochemical (P/N: 0024-7265) Temp (Stack) K-Type thermocouple
EN50270: (CE Mark) EMC tested in accordance with
European Directive 2004/108/EC .
EN50379: Standard for portable electrical apparatus
designed to measure combustion flue gas parameters of heating appliances (Siegert only) Parts 1 and 3.
RoHS Compliance
Protective rubber boot with molded-in magnets.
Baud Rate: 9600 Parity: None
Type: Disposable Alkaline (Included) Duration: 15 hours min, continuous max draw
Batteries
(4 AA)
Type: Disposable Lithium Duration: 20 hours, continuous max draw
Type: Rechargeable Duration: 8 hours, continuous max draw
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Measure
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O2 0 to 20.9 % 0.1% O2
CO 0 to 2000 ppm 1 ppm
Stack
Temp
Calculation Calculation Range
Range Resolution Accuracy
±0.3% O
±10 ppm (0 to 200) ±5% reading (201 to 2000)
-20° to 650° C
(-4° to 1202° F)
1° C
(1° F)
±2° C (0° to 124° C) ±3° C (125° to 249° C) ±4° C (250° to 400° C)
(on flue gas)
2
Reso­lution
Response
< 20 sec
< 40 sec
< 50 sec
Version
NA Siegert
Efficiency (HHV) 0.1 to 100 % 0.1% X X
ETA (LHV) 0 to 115% 0.1% X
Excess Air 1 to 250 % 1% X
Stack Loss 0.1 to 100 % 0.1 % X
Lambda 1 to 9.55 0.01 X
CO2 (dry basis) 0.1 to a fuel-dependent max in % 0.1 % X X
CO Ref to O2 0 to 9999 ppm 1 ppm X X
CO/CO2 Ratio 0.0001 to fuel-dependent max 0.0001 X
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connector in only one orientation. DO NOT force the
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Section 2. Setup

2.1. Connecting the Probe and Thermocouple
A rigid stainless steel probe with handle is connected to a flexible hose with an integral water-trap/filter used to draw a gas sample into the analyzer from the room, grilles, diffusers, and furnace flues.
1. Inspect the flue-gas hose for cracks. If a hose is defective, replace the
entire probe assembly.
2. Before using the analyzer, check that the water trap/filter is clean and dry.
If necessary, dry out the trap and replace the filter element.
3. Push the probe’s “sample gas” tubing onto the GAS inlet connector.
4. Push the probe’s thermocouple into the T-STACK connector on the
instrument noting the orientation.
IMPORTANT: The T-STACK connector tabs are keyed to fit into the
thermocouple connector tabs into the T-STACK connector.
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2.2. Front Panel Buttons
Button Description
Powers the analyzer ON and OFF. Hold this button
down for at least 2 seconds to turn the power OFF.
Toggles the backlight ON and OFF while the analyzer is
turned ON.
UP (), DOWN (), LEFT (), and RIGHT () arrows
are context-specific navigation buttons for the menus.
UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons scroll to menu
options that are hidden from view (when a side scroll bar is displayed indicating additional information).
UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons cause the
displayed value to increase or decrease accordingly.
LEFT () and RIGHT () arrow buttons jump to the
top and bottom of lists, respectively.
LEFT () and RIGHT () arrow buttons position the
active cursor on specific elements of a value to be changed.
The ENTER button. Performs the action selected.
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While in the HOLD screen, turns the sample pump on,
displays the RUN screen, and begins a combustion test.
While in the RUN screen, turns the sample pump off,
displays the HOLD screen and the last set of combustion data.
Displays the HOLD screen while pressing it from most
menus.
Returns the display to the HOLD screen while pressing it
during the shutdown sequence.
The ESC button cancels most operations and displays the
previous screen.
Pressing function keys accepts the corresponding function
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defined above that key at the bottom of the display (for example, PRINT, SAVE, MENU, etc.).
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2.3. Power Options
You use the PWR button to turn on the Fyrite InTech. Power options include:
Disposable AA alkaline batteries (included)
Disposable AA lithium (Li) batteries
Externally charged rechargeable NiMH batteries.
Check the Fyrite batteries if the low (or replace) battery symbol appears in the upper right corner of the Fyrite
InTech for sufficient power prior to each use. Replace the
InTech screen.
Batteries (4 AA, Fresh or Fully Charged)
Alkaline (disposable) 15 hours
Lithium (disposable) 20 hours
Rechargeable 8 hours
Estimated Life Span in Hours
(Continuous, Pump On)
Replace batteries as follows.
1. Remove the battery cover from the back of analyzer.
2. If old batteries are installed, remove them and properly discard them.
3. Observing the polarity markings inside the battery compartment,
install four ‘AA’ disposable (alkaline or lithium) batteries or four fully­charged (externally charged) AA rechargeable NiMH batteries.
4. Replace the battery cover.
NOTE: The Fyrite batteries.
InTech does NOT charge rechargeable
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NOTE: A Set Clock error message instrument is without power for an extended period of time.
2.4. Turning On the Fyrite InTech
To turn on the Fyrite InTech, press the PWR button.
NOTE: After turning on the Fyrite
InTech, it performs a warm­up procedure which includes an auto-zero procedure for the sensors (see pages 17 and 31). For this reason, be sure to turn on the Fyrite
InTech in a clean air environment.
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, the
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Section 3. Configuration

3.1. Menu Structure Overview
NOTE: The Fyrite American combustion equations or Siegert combustion equations (see page 32 configuration. This section shows a mix of screens that have been
configured your instrument, your screens may vary slightly from those pictured in this section.
Menus and the items contained within them are described in a top-down fashion, starting from the startup screens and working sequentially through the menus and menu items.
3.2. The Warm-up Sequence
Boot Screens Description
InTech may be configured to use either North
). As a result, several parameters are unique to each
Splash screen shows the Bacharach logo with version, model number, and serial number information. This screen is displayed for approximately 3 seconds.
A warm-up screen is displayed during which the instrument is purged and initialized. A countdown timer is displayed with the current zero setting for the CO sensor (Auto-Zero or Manual Zero) (see page 31 and page 57).
If any errors are detected during warm-up corresponding error messages are displayed, after which the user presses F2 to go to the Menu, or presses RUN/HOLD to go to the Hold screen. (See page
60 for a list of error messages.)
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3.3. Main Menu
Display the Main Menu by pressing the F2 key. Note that features and items displayed in menus are model dependent. Your screens may vary.
Main Menu Function
Access the Select Fuel Menu (see page 19)
Select combustion fuel
Access the Ambient CO Test Menu (Siegert Only) (see page 20)
Initiate a 15-minute CO test
Get reading every minute and max CO reading
Print/Save 16 readings and max CO
Access the Memory Options Menu (see page 22).
Access previously saved test results
Delete all previously saved test results
Access the Setup Menu (see page 24).
Edit/view instrument preference
Edit/view system parameters
Edit/view combustion test parameters
Access the Calibration Password Screen and the Calibration Menu (see page 35).
Calibrate sensors
Access the Diagnostics Menu (see page 36).
View “run” meters and system diagnostic values
Check O
sensor life
2
Fresh air diagnostics
Access the Device Status Menu (see page 38).
Access the software date, model number, serial
number, and version information
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3.4. Select Fuel Menu
Select Fuel Function
Select the combustion fuel from the fuel list. Use the UP (
) and DOWN () arrow keys to highlight the
desired fuel and use the ENTER key to select.
NA Fuel List Siegert Fuel List
Natural Gas Natural Gas
Oil 2 KOKS
Oil 6 LEG
Propane Propane
Kerosene Oil 2
B5 Oil 6
Coal
Biofuel
LPG
Butane
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3.5. Ambient CO Menu (Siegert Only)
Ambient CO Function
Access the Ambient CO Menu (Siegert only).
When initiated, the Ambient CO feature monitors CO values continuously and captures a reading every minute for 15 minutes (a total of 16 readings from t0 to t15).
Press ENTER to initiate the Ambient CO test. This begins a 15-minute test cycle, during which a status screen is displayed. It shows the starting ambient CO value, the current CO value, and the elapsed time into the test.
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NOTE: Press the F2 key to cancel a test in progress.
After the test is complete, the Ambient CO Summary screen is displayed. This is a scrollable window that shows the 16 CO “snapshot” readings, as well as the maximum CO reading that was sampled during the entire test.
NOTE: The Max CO Reading is the highest sampled CO reading – even if the reading was taken in between one of the sample “snapshot” readings.
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Ambient CO Function
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The test results can be printed by pressing F1 and saved to memory (with a time and date stamp) by pressing F3. Press F2 to return to the menu.
NOTE: If the ambient CO results are saved to memory, they are not included as part of the Print Average feature.
NOTE: Any over-range CO values (e.g., CO = 2000 ppm) are displayed as “xxx”.
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3.6. Memory Options Menu
Memory Options Function
Access the Memory Directory.
This directory contains a numbered list of saved combustion tests (starting at “1”). “NO DATA” is displayed if no tests were saved since the last time that memory was cleared.
To view saved data, use the UP ( arrow keys to highlight the desired test from the list.
Press the ENTER button to display the saved data.
) and DOWN ()
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Prompts user before clearing all saved combustion tests from memory.
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Memory Options Function
Print Average (Siegert Only) displays the memory directory with the first 3 samples highlighted. Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to move the scrolling window up and down to select which three contiguous samples are to be averaged, then press ENTER.
The average is calculated, displayed, and available for printing (left). If fewer than 3 samples exist, the average is not calculated (right).
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Press the ENTER button to use the selected
3.7. Setup Menu
Setup Menu Function
Access Temperature Units (°C or °F) to be used by the instrument and for display and printing purposes.
Use the UP ( highlight the desired choice.
temperature unit. Press ESC to quit without saving.
Smoke Number (Siegert only) is used to calculate and display an average smoke value based on 3 smoke test results that are entered by the user. A sample smoke scale is shown below.
) and DOWN () arrows buttons to
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Perform 3 smoke tests then enter the results in the 3 smoke number parameters shown below.
Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to highlight smoke number 1, 2, or 3, then press ENTER.
Use the LEFT () and RIGHT () arrow buttons to set the smoke number (0-9) that most closely matches the numerical value on your smoke scale for that sample. Press ENTER when finished. The average smoke number is displayed, and will be included on printouts.
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greater than 1 indicate improper
Setup Menu Function
Manual Configuration
WARNING: DO NOT use the Fyrite
InTech
to sample gas from an oil-based combustion system without first doing a smoke test and adjusting your combustion process as needed. Smoke test results of
combustion, and demonstrate the need for process adjustment. Only use the
InTech to sample flue gas AFTER
Fyrite the combustion process is adjusted and the smoke test indicates a smoke level of 0 or 1.
Oil Derivative (Siegert only) specifies whether or not oil derivatives were present during the smoke tests (see page 24).
For incomplete combustion, oil derivatives present in the sample can be precipitated onto the filter paper, causing a color change in the smoke spot.
Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to select the YES option if oil derivatives were present during the smoke test. Otherwise select NO and press ENTER.
This information is included on printouts.
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SETUP MENU to select either MM/DD/YY format or DD/MM/YY format (for North American
information in
Setup Menu Function
A boiler temperature (Siegert only) can be recorded manually. Enter the boiler temperature as measured by an external thermocouple.
Use the LEFT () and RIGHT () arrow buttons to change position. Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to scroll through numerals 0-9 for the selected position. Press ENTER when finished.
Select Position Change Value
The Clock option provides access to the clock setup function to set date and time.
Use the LEFT select the desired field to edit. Then use the UP ()
DOWN () arrow buttons to change the values of
and
the selected field.
Press ENTER to save new date and time. Press ESC to quit without saving.
() and RIGHT () arrow buttons to
NOTE: See DATE FORMAT option in
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configurations only).
NOTE: Siegert configurations display
time and date DD/MM/YY and 24-hour time format only.
Time and date information in North American configurations is user­selectable (see Date Format setting on page 31) between:
MM/DD/YY w/ 12-hr time format or
DD/MM/YY w/ 24-hr time format.
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time format and
. (This also
choice through the Date Format parameter if North American
Setup Menu Function
Manual Configuration
NOTE: The presence of AM or PM after the time on the Set Clock display indicates 12-hour MM/DD/YY date format indicates that the instrument must be in the North American configuration.)
Similarly, the absence of AM or PM indicates 24-hour time format and the date is in DD/MM/YY format (either by default if Siegert configuration, or by
configuration).
The measured value of CO can be referenced to a specific O
percentage (0% to 15%) as referenced in the
2
equation below.
𝐶𝑂(𝑛) =
20.9 𝑂
20.9 𝑂
𝑅𝑒𝑓𝑒𝑟𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒
2
𝑀𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑑
2
× 𝐶𝑂
Use the UP ( enter the O
2
) and
DOWN (
arrow buttons to
)
reference value (n) from 0% to 15%.
Press ENTER to save the selection or ESC to revert to the previous setting.
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NOTE: The O
reference has a default
2
value of 0%. CO with respect to a 0% O reference is also known as CO Air Free or CO(0).
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. Generally, the
Setup Menu Function
Provides an interface for entering user identification information used on printouts Username fields contain the HVAC company and related information.
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the
NOTE: This data can be entered using
Fyrite
User Software (FUS).
Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to choose a row and press ENTER to begin editing the selected row. Then use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to select the desired letter, number, or special character for the current text position.
/ ! @ # $ & * - ‘ <SPACE> a-z A-Z 0-9
Use the LEFT () and RIGHT () arrow buttons to move the cursor horizontally on the selected row and repeat the character selection process for each text position. When finished, press ENTER to save the row’s changes. Repeat for all 3 lines. Then select EDIT COMPLETE and press ENTER to finish.
SELECT MODE EDITING MODE
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The number of available
Setup Menu Function
Manual Configuration
The Language Selection option allows the user to choose a language for all menus. Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to scroll through language options (varies based on instrument model). Use ENTER to enable the selected language.
NOTE:
languages may differ based on the combustion equation setting.
Three languages are available for North American (NA) configurations and eight languages are available for Siegert (S) configurations. Refer to the table below and the SETUP MENU for more information.
English
French
Spanish
German
Italian
Danish
Polish
Dutch
NA
S
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, cancels the
(that is, the
Setup Menu Function
Provides a list from which to select an inactivity (key press) timeout for automatic shutdown. If no key presses occur for the time specified, the Fyrite
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Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to scroll through Inactivity Timeout options (never [default],
20, 30, or 60 minutes
the selected timeout.
initiates an automatic shutdown.
). Use the ENTER key to enable
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IMPORTANT: The instrument overrides the inactivity timeout automatic shutdown instrument remains ON), and restarts the timeout countdown if:
any key is pressed,
CO is greater than 50 ppm, or
is less than 18.8 %.
O
2
Provides a list from which the user may chose a minimum purge duration time (minimum length of time that the pump continues to run) after shutdown is initiated. Use a longer Post-Purge Period if the Fyrite
InTech
has been exposed to large amounts of CO gas. Use ENTER to enable the selected Post-Purge Period. “PURGING SENSORS” is displayed on the shutdown screen if a Post-Purge Period is enabled.
Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to scroll through Post-purge Period options.
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equations. This parameter is only available in North American
Setup Menu Function
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Date format (North American Configuration only)
Provides a list from which the user may select the desired date format used by the instrument:
MM/DD/YY (default for NA configurations)
DD/MM/YY (standard for Siegert)
NOTE: The DD/MM/YY date format is the only format available in instruments configured with Siegert combustion
configurations.
Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to highlight the desired date format. Press ENTER to save new date format. Press ESC to quit without saving.
Provides a list from which the user may select the desired method for zeroing the CO sensor.
Auto-Zero happens automatically at warm-up.
Manual zero is used to initiate the zeroing process
whenever desired.
Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to highlight the desired zeroing method.
Press ENTER to save. Press ESC to quit without saving. CO AUTO ZERO CO MANUAL ZERO
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Setup Menu Function
By default, the Fyrite InTech automatically zeroes all sensors on ambient air when the instrument is turned on.
The Fyrite manual zero for the CO sensor. The instrument uses the stored value to indicate background CO values after warm-up instead of performing an auto-zero on the background gas.
The COMBUSTION EQUATIONS menu allows the user to select either Siegert combustion equations or North American combustion equations.
Use UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to highlight the desired option. Press ENTER to select.
InTech can be set to perform and store a
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affected parameters, and those
the up and down arrows to modify the CO limit
Setup Menu Function
Manual Configuration
IMPORTANT: Changing this setting resets several configuration parameters to their default values. Below is a list of
unaffected.
Reset to
Default Values
Unchanged
Temperature units Manual/Auto zero
O2 (Oxygen) reference Calibration data
Fuel User name
Memory erased Clock
The CO Protect feature protects the CO sensor from the negative effects of being overloaded with CO gas. Such negative effects include:
a longer sensor recovery time
a shortened sensor life.
The CO sensor is an electro-chemical sensor whose lifespan is a function of its exposure to the target gas (CO in this case). Though the CO sensor is designed to be used in combustion environments having a fairly wide range of CO gas present, limiting unnecessary overexposure to CO gas can greatly increase the life expectancy of the CO sensor. In addition, it can shorten sensor recovery time after exposure.
The Protect CO feature sets a protection threshold above which the analyzer’s pump shuts off, limiting the CO sensor’s exposure to the high levels of CO gas and its negative effects. Enter the Protect CO screen from the Setup Menu. Select the “ON” option and press the ENTER key. The CO threshold limit is displayed. Use
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threshold value (in 100 ppm increments) before returning to the Main Menu.
During combustion analysis, if the Protect CO feature is enabled and the CO reading equals or exceeds the CO Limit setting, the analyzer shuts off the pump and prompts the operator for a course of action.
Continue (and risk sensor damage)
Purge
Continue Option
Pump starts.
Future High CO warnings are suppressed until CO
drops below 100 ppm.
After CO drops below 100 ppm, the analyzer
begins enforcing the current Protect CO threshold limit again.
Purge Option
Remove probe tip from flue and press ENTER.
Pump starts.
Purge begins.
Measured CO is displayed.
Purge ends when CO level drops below 50 ppm.
The Combustion Air Temp option allows you to select a source for the combustion air temperature (T-Air) used by the analyzer for calculations. There are 3 choices.
:
:
1: T-Air value is read dynamically from the temperature sensor inside the analyzer.
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2: Temporarily use probe (T-STK) to get T-AIR value. When ready, press ENTER to save displayed reading. Value is saved and used as fixed T-AIR value. After save, the probe (thermocouple) is used for taking T-STK readings again.
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Setup Menu Function
3.8. Calibration Menu
Calibration Menu Function
Calibration is performed by applying known values and accessing the password-protected menu items. When the Calibration Menu is selected, the user must enter a 4-digit numeric security code in order to proceed to the calibration options. The default password is 1111.
Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to scroll through numerals 0-9 until the desired numeral is reached. Press ENTER to advance to the next position of the password. Press ENTER after all four digits are set. Press ESC to return to the SETUP MENU.
3: T-Air value is manually entered by the operator. Use arrow keys to change sign and digits. Use ENTER to save T-Air value.
NOTE: The calibration password can be changed through the Fyrite User Software (FUS).
Refer to Chapter 5 (page 49) for additional screens and calibration procedures.
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Displays time metrics for pump use and total
of approximately 24
3.9. Diagnostics Menu
Diagnostics Menu Function
operation time.
Displays information about the measurement sensors of the instrument.
Displays the estimated oxygen (O on:
the sensor’s 3-digit date code that you enter (from
the label on the sensor)
the current date that you set
the typical O2 sensor life
months.
) sensor life based
2
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The Fyrite
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needs to be replaced, and an error message is displayed (see below).
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will show that the O
sensor
2
increment and decrement the selected field’s value.
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Diagnostics Menu Function
In this case:
Note the 3-digit date code on the new sensor
Replace the O
sensor
2
Press F3 to change and verify sensor date code.
Resetting the Sensor Date Code
Use the LEFT () and RIGHT () arrow buttons to move the cursor horizontally to select between the 2-digit month code (00-12) and the one digit year code (0-9 corresponding to the last digit of the manufacture year) that make up the 3-digit date code.
Use UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to
When finished, press ENTER to save the changes.
NOTE: Entering a value of 000 (three zeros) disables this feature.
Next, verify the current month and year. Use the arrow keys to edit the current month and year (if needed) and press ENTER to confirm.
NOTE: Use this feature as a reminder only. This status is based on:
the date code on the sensor (that
the current date (that you enter)
the typical O
the output of the sensor
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up countdown, any
Diagnostics Menu Function
NOTE: If either of the entered values is
incorrect, the status of your O2 sensor life will not be accurate. Actual sensor life may vary.
Displays fresh air diagnostics similar to the display at warm-up. After the warm­detected errors are displayed. Otherwise, a “Success” message is displayed.
3.10. Status Menu
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Status Menu Function
This is the device status screen which displays information about the device. Some of the information displayed on this screen includes serial number, firmware version, model number, etc.
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Manual Operation

Section 4. Operation

4.1. Prerequisites
Before beginning your combustion test, verify the following:
menu items are properly configured
the water trap is empty, filter is clean, and arrow is pointing UP
the probe and thermocouple are attached to the instrument
the power is ON and sufficient (one of the following):
o four new batteries (AA alkaline) o four new batteries (AA lithium) o four fully-charged AA rechargeable batteries
the warm-up process has completed in fresh air without interruption
or errors.
4.2. Sampling Point Examples
WARNING: The illustrations of combustion devices and sampling
points in this section are examples only. Be sure to consult with the manufacturer you are servicing.
The following combustion devices and example sampling points are shown and explained below:
Example forced air furnace
Example hot water tank
Example 90% efficiency condensing furnace
Example 80% efficiency fan assist or power vented furnace
Example atmospheric/gravity vented boiler
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or gravity
with a clamshell or sectional heat
, test each of the
Example Forced Air Furnace Example Hot Water Tank
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For atmospheric burner vented, forced air heating equipment
exchanger design exhaust ports at the top of the heat exchanger. The probe should be inserted back into each of the exhaust ports to obtain a flue gas sample, before any dilution air is mixed in.
Domestic hot water tanks with the ‘bell’ shaped draft diverter can be accurately tested by inserting the probe tip directly into the top of the fire tube below the diverter.
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boilers can be tested
the plastic vent pipe (when allowed by the
or local
furnaces/boilers should
drilled in the vent immediately above the
top, should be tested directly below the diverter through a hole drilled in the vent
recommendations for the
mpletely and securely seal any
Example 90% Efficiency
Condensing Furnace
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Example 80% Efficiency
Fan Assist or Power
Vented Furnace
Example
Atmospheric/Gravity
Vented Boiler
Condensing furnaces/
through a hole drilled in
manufacturer authority of jurisdiction) or taken from the exhaust termination.
IMPORTANT: Review manufacturer combustion device being tested, and be aware of accepted practices of the local jurisdiction before introducing sampling holes into exhaust pipes or ducts.
CAUTION: To avoid the introduction of dangerous exhaust gases into the space, be sure to co
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Combustion testing of fan assist or power vented,
Boilers, which have a ‘bell’ shaped draft diverter on
be done through a hole
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is properly configured for your region and
4.3. Combustion Testing Process
WARNING: The Fyrite InTech calculates combustion parameters
based on North American or Siegert combustion equations. NA or Siegert configuration is selected in the SETUP MENU. Be sure that your Fyrite desired combustion calculations.
NOTE: The recommended time required to achieve a stable measurement is a minimum of 3 minutes.
Step Example Combustion Testing Procedure
1 Confirm that testing prerequisites have been completed.
2 Based on the sampling point examples and your particular combustion
application, locate and prepare an appropriate sampling point.
3 Insert the probe into the combustion location.
4 Press the RUN/HOLD button to begin sampling gas. You should see the
word RUN in the upper left corner of the display and hear the sample pump turn on. If you see the word HOLD, press the RUN/HOLD button again.
5 Monitor the display for combustion data.
6 If desired, turn on your optional IrDA printer, then press the F1 button on
Fyrite
the
7 Press the F3 button as desired to save combustion data for later
retrieval, review, and/or printing.
8 Press the RUN/HOLD button to stop the test. You should see the word
HOLD in the upper left corner of the display and hear the sample pump turn OFF. If you see the word RUN, press the RUN/HOLD button again.
9 Remove the probe from the sampling point.
InTech
InTech to print the current combustion data.
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CAUTION: The probe may be very hot. Allow it to cool, then wipe it clean with a dry cloth.
10 Move the instrument to a clean air environment and press the POWER
button to turn off the instrument. The shutdown procedure includes a
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Step Example Combustion Testing Procedure
purge component that clears the sensors of combustion gases.
11 Turn on the instrument to optionally print and/or evaluate saved test
results (based on your local codes and practices for combustion data and CO levels).
12
To turn off the Fyrite InTech, press and hold the POWER button until you see the Shutdown timer. Wait for the purge function to complete (you will hear the pump stop and the display will shut off).
Use the results of your combustion testing to assist in diagnosing any issues or potential issues that may exist with the combustion system.
WARNING: CO gas is life-threatening and part of all combustion
appropriate actions to maintain life safety.
4.4. The RUN Screen
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Combustion Test Parameters NA Siegert
Oxygen O O
Carbon Monoxide CO CO
Excess Air EA Lambda
Efficiency Using Higher Heating Value Eff Eff
Carbon Dioxide CO CO
Setting for Maximum Carbon Dioxide in Flue Gas CO₂ Max
Stack Temperature T-STK T-STK
Ambient Air Temperature T-AIR T-AIR
Stack Loss qA
Efficiency Using Lower Heating Value Eta
Carbon Monoxide/Carbon Dioxide Ratio CO/CO
CO content referenced to an Oxygen percentage n CO(n) CO(n)
Average of 3 Manually Entered Smoke Numbers AVG SMOKE
Presence of Oil Derivatives (Manually Entered) OIL DERIVE
Boiler Temperature (Manually Entered) BOILER TEMP
4.5. Printing Using the Optional IrDA Printer
The instrument has the ability to store, recall (to the display), and print sets of time- and date-coded test records. The time and date are set through software menu selections.
Displaying stored records is done through the MEMORY DIRECTORY
MENU.
Press F1 to print displayed test records.
Step Example Printing Procedure Using Optional IrDA Printer
1 FyriteInTech should be turned on and displaying a screen with an F1
Print option.
2 Check for a sufficient supply of paper and batteries in the IrDA printer.
3 Turn on the printer (slide switch on side of printer to the ON position)
4 Position the printer within 8 to 16 inches (20 to 41 cm) from the
instrument and at no greater than a 60-degree angle.
5 Press F1 to print.
6 Turn off printer when complete.
Sample Run Screen Printouts for North American (left) and Siegert (right) Combustion Equations are shown below.
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SETUP MENU or via the Fyrite
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IR Communications Settings:
Baud Rate: 9600 Data Bits: 8 Stop Bits: 1 Parity: None Protocol: IRDA-SIR Distance: 8-16 in (20-41 cm) Angle: 60° maximum
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in a fresh air environment and wait for
screens, viewing results, saving results to memory, and printing
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Fyrite InTech can be setup to include a custom logo on printouts. Logos are loaded into the instrument using the Fyrite
User Software (FUS). Logo size is limited to 192 x 384 pixels (height x width) and must be in one of the following formats: .BMP, .JPG, .PNG, or .TIFF. For best results, the logo should be saved in black and white.
4.6. Taking Ambient CO Measurements
This procedure takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and provides a minute-by-minute snapshot of CO readings, as well as a “Max CO” value that represents the highest CO reading measured during the entire 15-minute test. Results can be saved to memory and/or printed. Use the following procedure to perform an ambient CO measurement.
Step Example Procedure for Taking Ambient CO Measurements
1
Turn on the InTech initialization to complete.
2
Verify successful initialization (no errors).
3
Check battery status (see page 15). If battery life is questionable, replace the batteries, as the Ambient CO test takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.
4
Move instrument to target location to be tested.
5
Press F2 to display the Main Menu.
6
Use the down arrow to highlight Ambient CO Test and press the ENTER button.
7
Follow the on-screen instructions to initiate the test.
8
Refer to page 20 for details on navigating the ambient CO test
results.
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4.7. PC Interface and Fyrite User Software
A PC with Fyrite User Software (FUS) installed can set, edit, and transfer the following:
instrument time and date
calibration password
time meters
B-SMART
code
user name
instrument settings
customer logo
firmware updates
language.
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Manual Calibration and Maintenance

Section 5. Calibration and Maintenance

5.1. Serviceability
The instrument operator is able to easily replace the following components without the use of tools:
probe assembly
probe filters
batteries
printer paper.
Additionally, a technician, with the use of readily available hand tools and factory-provided instructions, can:
perform basic diagnostics
replace sensors
confirm proper operation
before putting the unit back into service. Field calibration is also possible with the proper equipment. Refer to the calibration section for more information.
5.2. Cleaning the Probe
The probe tube and gas sample hose will become dirty under normal use.
NOTE: The water trap’s filter element should prevent soot from reaching the analyzer’s internal components. If the probe is not kept clean, it could become clogged and restrict the flow of gas into the analyzer, resulting in incorrect combustion test readings and calculations.
NOTE:
requires less frequent cleaning than an analyzer used for testing coal- or oil-fired furnaces.
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5.2.1. Equipment Required
Alcohol
Aerosol Can of Automotive Carburetor Cleaner
Clean Rag
Source of Compressed Air (optional)
CAUTION: Do not use flammable or combustible substances (like carburetor fluid used for cleaning the probe) near an open flame.
5.2.2. Procedure
Step Cleaning the Probe
1 Remove gas sample hose from the top of the water trap.
CAUTION: Carburetor cleaner damages plastic components. Take precautions not to spray cleaner onto the probe handle or analyzer.
2 Insert the plastic spray tube of the carburetor cleaner into the gas sample
hose, and then liberally spray carburetor cleaner through the hose and out the probe tube.
3 After spraying, remove all the residual cleaner by repeatedly flushing the gas
hose and probe tube with alcohol.
4 Wipe off the surfaces of the probe and tubing with a clean cloth.
5 Allow the parts to dry completely. If available, blow compressed air through
the probe to expedite the drying process.
6 Reconnect gas sample hose to top of the water trap.
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5.3. Water Trap and Filter Replacement
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5.4. O2 and/or CO Sensor Replacement
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NOTE: The O life is greater than 3 years.
sensor life is approximately 2 years. The CO sensor
2
5.4.1. Accessing the Sensors
5.4.2. Material Required (As Needed)
Sensor (P/N 0024-0788)
O
2
CO Sensor (P/N 0024-7265) or B-Smart
sensor (P/N 0024-1467).
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cap by twisting counter
the “open” position (12 o’clock) as shown
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5.4.3. O2 Sensor Replacement Procedure
Follow the procedure below for O
sensors.
2
Step O2 Sensor Replacement
1 Remove battery door and connector
tubing from both sensors.
2 Pull O2 sensor from its socket.
3 Remove the O2 cap.
4 Properly dispose of the old sensor.
5 Note 3-digit date code on new sensor.
6 Engage the nub on the new sensor
within the slot on the cap's side and twist to secure the cap and sensor together.
7 Install the cap and sensor unit by:
Aligning the ribs on the sides of
the sensor with the corresponding shape in the base.
Inserting the pins into the
connectors in the base.
8 Reattach tubing. Close battery door. Turn on instrument.
9 After warm-up completes, enter the 3-digit date code (see page 36).
5.4.4. CO Sensor Replacement Procedure
Follow the procedure below for CO sensor replacement.
Step CO Sensor Replacement Procedure
1 Remove battery door and the connector
tubing from the CO sensor.
2 Remove CO
clockwise.
3 Gently pull CO sensor out of its socket.
4 Properly dispose of the old CO sensor.
5 Plug new CO sensor into its socket.
6 Install the CO cap by aligning it toward
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in the diagram below, then twisting the cap clockwise approximately 40° to the "closed" position (2 o’clock).
7 Reattach tubing.
8 Calibrate the CO sensor using either the
standard calibration procedure or the B-
SMART
procedure
5.4.5. B-SMART CO Sensor Replacement
Manual
Step
B-SMART CO Sensor Replacement
1 Enter the CALIBRATION MENU. Note that this requires password validation
(see page 35).
2 Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to select B-Smart. Press
ENTER to display the B-Smart code screen.
3 Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to enter the 10-digit
alphanumeric code supplied with the pre-calibrated B-SMART sensor. Use the LEFT () and RIGHT () arrow buttons to move the cursor across the screen. Press ENTER.
NOTE: If the correct code was entered, the analyzer accepts it and returns to the CALIBRATION MENU. If an incorrect code was entered, the screen will display "Invalid Code." Check to make sure the correct code has been entered. If problem persists, contact your nearest Bacharach Service Provider.
NOTE: B-SMART codes can be entered through the Fyrite User Software (FUS).
NOTE: Installing a B-SMART sensor forces the instrument to perform a zero function (either manual or automatic).
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NOTE: Bacharach offers a convenient Exchange
customer to regularly receive pre-calibrated replacement sensors that include a code that can be entered into the analyzer for a quick convenient setup. Contact Bacharach customer service for more details about this program.
5.5. T-Stack Calibration
This procedure first zeroes and then spans stack temperature to known temperature values.
The use of an electronic thermocouple simulator is the preferred method of producing the desired calibration temperatures. Alternatively, ice and boiling water baths can be used.
5.5.1. Materials Required
Thermocouple simulator (K-type)
Range: 0 to 600° F (-18 to 316° F) Accuracy: ± 0.5° F (± 0.3° C)
(Alternatively) ice water, boiling water, thermometer
5.5.2. T-Stack Calibration Procedure
Step T-STACK Calibration Procedure
1 Plug the simulator into the T-STACK connector located at the bottom of the
analyzer. Alternatively: Plug the probe's thermocouple into the T-STACK connector
located at the bottom of the analyzer.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT attach the probe's gas hose to the analyzer's GAS port; otherwise water will be drawn into the analyzer!
2 If not already done, turn ON the analyzer and display the CALIBRATION
Menu. Note that this requires password validation (see page 35).
3 Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to highlight T-Stack, and then
press ENTER to display the CALIBRATE TS-ZERO screen.
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"Measured" is the current temperature reading. "Applied" is a known temperature that will be applied for calibration purposes.
4 Set thermocouple simulator to 32° F (0° C), and then use the UP (), DOWN
(), LEFT (), and RIGHT () arrow buttons to enter an Applied value that exactly equals the setting of the simulator.
Alternatively: Submerge probe tip into an ice­thermometer, wait several minutes, and then use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to enter an Applied value that exactly equals the thermometer reading.
NOTE: The calibration range is from 32 to 41° F (0 to 5° C). An attempt to calibrate outside this range will cause the message “Applied Value High" (or Low) to appear at the bottom of the screen.
5 Wait until the Measured reading stabilizes, and then press ENTER to calibrate
the TS-Zero Measured value to that of the Applied value, after which the message “Good Calibration” should briefly appear followed by the CALIBRATE TS-SPAN screen.
6 Set thermocouple simulator to 572° F (300° C), and then use the UP (),
DOWN (), LEFT (), and RIGHT () arrow buttons to enter an Applied value that exactly equals the setting of the simulator.
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Alternatively: Submerge probe tip into a container of boiling water with a thermometer, wait several minutes, and then use the arrow buttons to enter an Applied value that exactly equals the thermometer reading.
NOTE: The calibration range is from 175 to 625° F (80 to 329° C). An attempt to calibrate outside this range will cause the message “Applied Value High” (or Low) to appear at the bottom of the screen.
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7 Wait until the Measured reading stabilizes, and then press ENTER to calibrate
the TS-Span Measured value to that of the “Applied” value, after which the message “Good Calibration” should briefly appear followed by the CALIBRATION menu being re-displayed.
5.6. CO Sensor Calibration
5.6.1. Materials Required
Calibration kit, P/N 0024-7059
Gas cylinder: 500 ppm CO in air, P/N 0024-0492
5.6.2. CO Manual Zero Procedure
The CO zeroing process is done automatically during warm-up or manually using the manual zero feature (see page 31). To perform a manual zero, follow the steps below. If your instrument is configured for CO auto zero, then skip this CO manual zero procedure and go to the CO Sensor Span procedure that follows.
Step Manual CO Zero Procedure
1 If not already done, turn ON the analyzer and display the Main Menu screen.
2 Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to select the SETUP menu and
press ENTER.
3 From the Setup Menu, use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to
select the CO Zero Setting parameter then press ENTER.
4 From the CO Zero Setting screen, use the DOWN () arrow button to select
the Manual Zero option then press ENTER. A reminder screen to place the instrument in fresh air is displayed.
5 Press ENTER and wait for the manual zero to complete.
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5.6.3. CO Sensor Span Procedure
Step CO Span Procedure
1 From the Calibration Menu (see page 35), use the UP () and DOWN ()
arrow buttons to highlight CO, and then press ENTER to display the CALIBRATE CO screen. Note that this requires password validation (see page
35).
“Measured” is the current CO reading, while “Applied” is a known CO level that will be applied for calibration purposes.
2 Use the UP (), DOWN (), LEFT (), and RIGHT () arrow buttons to enter
an Applied value that exactly equals the concentration stamped on the CO cylinder.
NOTE: Bacharach recommends using a 500 ppm calibration gas, however the calibration range is from 20 to 1,000 ppm. An attempt to calibrate outside this range will cause the message “Applied Value High” (or Low) to appear at the bottom of the screen.
3 Attach a 500 ppm CO cylinder to the regulator and connect calibration kit
components as shown below. Apply 500 ppm carbon monoxide in an air balance calibration gas.
4 Wait until the Measured reading stabilizes and then press ENTER. The
message “Good Calibration” should briefly appear.
If the sensor’s output is low, but still usable, then the message “Good Calibration WARNING Low Sensor” will appear. The sensor will now be marked as being Low in the Warm-up screen.
If the sensor’s output is too low to be usable, then the message “Bad Calibration Sensor End of Life, Entry Not Saved” will appear.
5 Close the regulator and remove the CO cylinder.
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5.7. T-Ref Sensor Calibration
The T-Ref sensor is located inside the instrument. Calibration is done at the factory and should not need to be done in the field.
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Section 6. Troubleshooting

6.1. Error and Warning Messages
Message Description
T-STK Connected
Check Sensor O
2
Replace Sensor O
2
Bad Sensor O2 O2 sensor output is too low and is not usable, or sensor is missing.
Low Sensor CO CO sensor output was low but still usable. Sensor may need to be
Low Battery Battery voltage is low. Replace the batteries.
Applied Value High/Low
Warm-up Sensor Error
Set Clock Time and date values need to be set in the instrument.
The probe thermocouple is not connected to the analyzers T-Stack connector. Plug the probe thermocouple plug into the T-Stack connector at the bottom of the instrument.
O
sensor output is low, but still usable. Sensor may need to be
2
replaced in the near future. The arrow on the O
Sensor Life
2
screen is in the middle of the last segment on the bar graph.
O
sensor output is low and should be replaced. The arrow on
2
Sensor Life screen is at the end of the last segment on the
the O
2
bar graph (typically 2 years for the O
sensor).
2
replaced in the near future.
An attempt was made to calibrate a sensor outside its range— either above (High) or below (Low) the acceptable range.
CO sensor was not zeroed at warm-up because of high output.
Run instrument on fresh air then restart instrument to re-zero sensor. If the message persists, the CO sensor may need to be replaced.
Stack or Air temperature sensors are measuring temperature
outside the range of -4° to 212° F at warm-up. Make sure that the Stack and Air thermocouples are sampling ambient room air within the temperature range at warm-up.
The Fyrite
InTech was turned on with the probe sampling
flue gas. Move the probe to fresh air and restart the instrument.
Messages will indicate which sensors are in error.
NOTE: If a “set clock” message occurs, then
–related
2
the instrument ignores all O messages except “Bad Sensor.”
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Message Description
X X X Occurs in the number fields of sensors that have achieved over-
range condition.
* * * Occurs in the number fields of sensors. Replaces in-error sensor
values and any calculated values that depend on those sensor values.
- - - Occurs in the number fields of sensors and indicates that values were not calculated.
NOTE: If a particular sensor is in error during warm-up, the
continues to operate with the sensor in error, however information dependent on the sensor in error is not displayed.
6.2. Replacement Parts
Part Number Description
0024-0788 O2 sensor
0204-0004 Battery, AA Alkaline
0024-7265 CO sensor
0024-1504 NOx filter (Siegert only)
0024-1467
0019-7111 Probe and hose assembly (North America version)
0019-7145 Probe and hose assembly (Siegert version)
0019-3265 Water trap
0007-1644 Filter, pkg. of 3
0024-1579 Replacement End Plate
0024-3073 Replacement Pump Assembly
0024-1620 Battery door/sensor cover
0024-1421 O2 Sensor Cap
0024-1484 CO Sensor Cap
0024-1458 CO Sensor Base
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0019-3265 Water trap
B-Smart CO sensor
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6.3. Accessories
Part Number Optional Accessory
0024-1400 IrDA printer
0024-1310 Printer paper, box of 5 rolls
0021-7006 Smoke kit
0104-1798 Thermocouple (temperature, air), K type (1 inch long)
0104-1797 Thermocouple (temperature, stack), K-type (10 feet long)
0024-7059 CO Calibration kit (no gas)
0024-0492 CO calibration gas, 500 ppm CO
0051-1994 CO calibration gas, 100 ppm CO
0024-1470 PC Software Installer CD
0104-4032 USB cable (A to Mini-B)
0024-1461 Boot , rubber
0024-1505 NOx filter kit
0024-1492 Reporting kit
0024-0865 Hard carrying case
0019-3037 Probe stop
0024-8555 Optional Appliance Kit for Ambient CO Test
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6.4. Instrument Identification
A label on the back of the instrument provides the following information that is useful for service and troubleshooting.
manufacturer
country of origin
certification(s)
part number
serial number
Siegert Label
6.5. Service Centers
Replacement parts and service can be obtained by contacting one of the following Bacharach Service Centers.
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