INFICON E3000 User Manual

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kina22en1-r, 1407

Ecotec E3000

Leak detector

Order no.: 530-001, 530-002 530-103, 530-104

from software version:

3.11

Reprint, translation and duplication need to be approved in writing by INFICON GmbH.

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1 About this manual ........................................................................................................................................................ 5

1.1 Target group ................................................................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Other applicable documents .................................................................................................................................... 5

1.3 Presentation of information ...................................................................................................................................... 5

1.3.1 Warnings ..........................................................................................................................................................................5

2 Safety ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

2.1 Intended use ................................................................................................................................................................... 7

2.2 Owner requirements .................................................................................................................................................... 7

2.3 Operator requirements ............................................................................................................................................... 8

2.4 Dangers ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8

3 Shipment, transport, storage .................................................................................................................................... 9

4 Description ....................................................................................................................................................................11

4.1 Function and setup of the device .........................................................................................................................11

4.2 Main unit ........................................................................................................................................................................11

4.3 Sniffer line ......................................................................................................................................................................13

4.4 Technical data ...............................................................................................................................................................14

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5 Installation .....................................................................................................................................................................17

5.1 Setup ...............................................................................................................................................................................17

5.2 Connecting the sniffer line ......................................................................................................................................18

5.2.1 Replacing the capillary filter of the sniffer probe ............................................................................................18

5.2.1.1 Replacing the plastic capillary filter with the metal capillary filter ...........................................................19

5.2.1.2 Replacing the metal capillary filter with the plastic capillary filter ...........................................................19

5.2.1.3 Water conservation sniffer probe mounting and remove ...........................................................................20

5.2.2 Attaching the sniffer lines holder ..........................................................................................................................21

5.3 Connecting the ECO-Check calibrated leak ......................................................................................................21

5.4 Connecting the external display unit to the Ecotec E3000RC ....................................................................21

5.5 Connecting to the power supply system ...........................................................................................................22

5.5.1 Connecting to a PC .....................................................................................................................................................22

5.5.2 Connecting with a PLC ..............................................................................................................................................22

6 Operation .......................................................................................................................................................................23

6.1 Start-up ...........................................................................................................................................................................23

6.2 Operating the device .................................................................................................................................................23

6.2.1 Display and keys ..........................................................................................................................................................23

6.2.1.1 Recurring function symbols ....................................................................................................................................24

6.2.2 Elements of the measurement view ....................................................................................................................25

6.2.3 Operating elements and display on the sniffer handle .................................................................................26

6.2.4 Special features of the Ecotec E3000RC ..............................................................................................................27

6.3 Settings before measurements ..............................................................................................................................28

6.3.1 Miscellaneous ...............................................................................................................................................................28

6.3.2 Audio settings ..............................................................................................................................................................29

6.3.3 Display settings ............................................................................................................................................................30

6.3.3.1 Gas display handle ......................................................................................................................................................31

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6.3.4 Vacuum & access control ......................................................................................................................................... 31

6.3.5 Interfaces ....................................................................................................................................................................... 33

6.4 Settings for the measurements ............................................................................................................................. 34

6.4.1 Selecting the gas, changing gas parameters, activating measurement ................................................ 34

6.4.2 Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................................... 37

6.4.2.1 Internal calibration with ECO-Check ................................................................................................................... 38

6.4.2.2 External calibration with external calibrated leak .......................................................................................... 39

6.4.3 Gas equivalent to helium and hydrogen, settings for diluted gas ...........................................................40

6.4.4 Suppressing interfering gases (Sophisticated interfering gas suppression - IGS) .............................. 41

6.4.5 Setting a user-defined gas ...................................................................................................................................... 42

6.4.6 Measuring ..................................................................................................................................................................... 43

6.4.6.1 Calling up information on the measurement .................................................................................................. 45

6.4.7 Measuring with I•Guide ............................................................................................................................................ 45

6.4.7.1 Setting the I•Guide program .................................................................................................................................. 46

6.4.7.2 Starting the I•Guide program ................................................................................................................................. 47

6.5 Idle state (sleep) .......................................................................................................................................................... 50

6.6 Service ............................................................................................................................................................................ 50

6.7 Calling up information about the device ........................................................................................................... 50

6.8 Special features of individual gases ..................................................................................................................... 53

6.9 Switching off the device .......................................................................................................................................... 54

7 Warnings and error messages ............................................................................................................................... 55

8 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................ 63

8.1 Calling up and managing maintenance information .................................................................................... 63

8.2 Maintenance work ..................................................................................................................................................... 66

8.2.1 Replacing the air filter of the main unit .............................................................................................................. 68

8.2.2 Replacing the operating fluid reservoir .............................................................................................................. 69

8.2.3 Replacing mains fuses .............................................................................................................................................. 71

8.2.4 Replacing the filter inserts of the capillary filter and the water conservation tip ............................... 72

8.2.5 Replacing the sinter filter of the sniffer handle ............................................................................................... 73

9 Taking out of service ................................................................................................................................................. 75

9.1 Disposal of the Ecotec E3000 ................................................................................................................................. 75

9.2 Returning the Ecotec E3000 ................................................................................................................................... 75

10 Appendix ....................................................................................................................................................................... 77

10.1 Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................... 77

10.2 Gas library ..................................................................................................................................................................... 78

10.3 Menu tree ...................................................................................................................................................................... 85

10.4 CE-Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................................................ 86

10.5 RoHS-Declaration of Conformity .......................................................................................................................... 87

Index ................................................................................................................................................................................ 89

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1 About this manual

This document applies to the software version stated on the cover page. Documents for other software versions are available from our sales department.

1.1 Target group

These operating instructions are intended for the owner of the leak detection unit E3000 and for technically qualified personnel with experience in leak detection technology and integration of leak detection devices in leak detection systems.

1.2 Other applicable documents

 ECO-Check installation instructions, document no. liqa10

 Interface description, document no. kins22

1.3 Presentation of information

1.3.1 Warnings

Imminent threat of danger resulting in death or severe injuries

Dangerous situation potentially resulting in death or severe injuries

Dangerous situation resulting in minor injuries

Dangerous situation resulting in damage to property or the environment

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2Safety

2.1 Intended use

The device is a leak detector for sniffer leak detection. With the device you locate and quantify leaks on test objects. The device sniffs for light gases, refrigerants and natural gases.

The test objects must contain the gas under overpressure. The outsides of the test objects are checked for escaping gas with a sniffer line (sniffing method).

The sniffer line is available as an accessory (see “10.1 Accessories”, page 77).

► You must install, operate and service the device only in compliance with these

► Adhere to the restrictions of use (see “4.4 Technical data”, page 14).

operating instructions.

Unauthorized use

► Do not suction in liquids with the device.

► Never hold the sniffer probe into liquids but sniff only for gases.

2.2 Owner requirements

Safety-conscious operation

Personnel qualifications

► Operate the device only in technically perfect working order.

► Operate the device exclusively as specified, in a safety-conscious and hazard-conscious

manner and in compliance with these operating instructions.

► Fulfill the following regulations and monitor their compliance:

– Intended use

– Generally applicable safety and accident prevention regulations

– International, national and local standards and guidelines

– Additional provisions and regulations that are specific to the unit

► Use only original parts or parts approved by the manufacturer.

► Keep these operating instructions available at the equipment location.

► Allow only qualified technical staff to work with and on the device. The qualified

technical staff must have received training on the device.

► Allow personnel in training to work with and on the device only under the supervision

of trained qualified technical staff.

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► Make sure that the authorized personnel have read and understood the operating

instructions and all other applicable documents (see “1.2 Other applicable documents”,

page 5), especially the information on safety, maintenance and repairs, before starting

work.

► Define responsibilities, authorizations and supervision of personnel.

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2.3 Operator requirements

► Read, observe and follow the information in these operating instructions and the

working instructions created by the owner, especially the safety instructions and warnings.

► Carry out any work only based on the complete operating instructions.

► If you have questions regarding operation or maintenance that you cannot find

answers for in these instructions, please contact the INFICON customer service.

2.4 Dangers

The unit was built according to the state of the art and the recognized safety regulations. Nevertheless, improper use can result in danger to life and limb of the operator or other persons and damage to the unit and other property.

Dangers due to electric power

Dangers due to liquids and chemical substances

The device is operated with electrical voltages of up to 265 V. Touching parts where electric voltage is applied can result in death.

► Disconnect the device from the power supply prior to any installation and maintenance

work. Make sure that the electric power supply cannot be reconnected unauthorized.

Touching live parts with the sniffer probe can result in death.

► Before starting the leak test, disconnect electrically operated test objects from the

power supply. Make sure that the electric power supply cannot be reconnected unauthorized.

The device contains electric components that can be damaged from high electric voltage.

► Before connecting the device to the power supply, make sure that the supply voltage

specified on the device is the same as the local power supply.

Liquids and chemical substances can damage the unit.

► Adhere to the restrictions of use (see “4.4 Technical data”, page 14).

► Do not suction in liquids with the device.

► Never try to find toxic, caustic, microbiological, explosive, radioactive or other harmful

substances with the device.

Hydrogen and air form a highly explosive mixture.

► Use the device only outside of explosive areas.

Dangers due to strong light irradiation

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► You may not smoke. Do not subject the device to open fire and avoid sparking.

Exposure of the eyes to LED light can lead to lasting eye damage.

► Do not look into the LEDs of the sniffer handle from a short distance or for a longer

period of time.

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3 Shipment, transport, storage

Scope of delivery

Tra ns por t

Table 1: Scope of delivery

Article Quantity

Ecotec E3000 (main unit) 1

Power supply cable, 3 m length 1

Fuses 30

Replacement air filter 1

8 mm Allen wrench 1

19 mm box wrench 1

Operating instructions 1

Interface description 1

► Check the scope of delivery of the product for completeness after receipt.

The following must be ordered separately:

 sniffer lines with the desired length,

 ECO-Check calibrated leak,

 for device version E3000RC: display and connecting cable.

Accessory list: see “10.1 Accessories”, page 77

Damage from transport

Transport in unsuitable packaging material can damage the unit. Parts inside the device can be damaged during transportation without transport restraint.

► Store the original packaging.

► Transport the device only in the original packaging.

► Screw the transport restraint into the device floor before transportation, see

“5.1 Setup”, page 17.

Storage Store the device adhering to the specifications, see “4.4 Technical data”, page 14.

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4 Description

4.1 Function and setup of the device

The Ecotec E3000 is comprised of main unit and sniffer line.

The Ecotec E3000 can verify and quantify gases sucked in by the sniffer line with the help of a selective mass spectrometer.

Working in the Ecotec E3000:

 a Quadrupol mass spectrometer as a detection system

 a high vacuum pump system

 an inlet system for the gas flow

 electrical and electronic sub-assemblies for electrical supply and signal processing

The mass spectrometer works under high vacuum, i.e. the pressure in the mass spectrometer must always be below 10 molecular pump with the help of a diaphragm pump.

4.2 Main unit

The main unit will be called “device” only in the following so long as this does not falsify the meaning.

-4

mbar. This vacuum is created by the turbo

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Fig. 1: Front view

a Display b Handles and ventilation openings c Speaker

d ECO-Check calibrated leak e Lemo plug-in connector for sniffer line

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Fig. 2: Rear view

a cbefd

90001054694

530-001 Ecotec E3000

Headphone

I/O Port

RS-232

Sicherungen / Fuses 2 x 4 AT

Headphone connection, 3.5 mm jack

b Inputs/outputs (I/O port) c RS-232 connection

e Fuses behind cover f Power supply g Rating plate

d Mains plug

a Headphone connection, 3.5 mm jack

In order to better hear signals in a loud environment, you can connect head phones.

b Inputs/outputs (I/O port)

The I/O port enables communication with a PLC. Some functions of the Ecotec E3000 can be controlled from the outside and measurement results and device states of the Ecotec E3000 can be transmitted to the outside.

Relay changeover contacts allow monitoring of the trigger values and the operating status of the Ecotec E3000. Please refer to the “Interface description Ecotec E3000” (doc. no. kins22e1) for further information.

c RS-232 connection

A PC can read out all data and measurement results of the device and control the device via the RS-232 connection. Please refer to the “Interface description Ecotec E3000” (doc. no. kins22e1) for further information.

d Mains plug

The mains plug serves to switch the device on and off.

e Fuses behind cover

For information on replacing the fuses, see “8.2.3 Replacing mains fuses”, page 71.

f Power supply

For information on the power supply, see “4.4 Technical data”, page 14, as well as the labeling on the power supply (rating plate).

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4.3 Sniffer line

90001054694

530-001 Ecotec E3000

g Rating plate

The rating plate contains the supply voltage specification and other information with which the device can be clearly identified.

Fig. 3: Rating plate

a Supply voltage b Serial number c Production date

You need a sniffer line to operate the device. Sniffer lines are available in four lengths: 3 m, 5 m, 10 m and 15 m.

The sniffer line is made of a flexible tube (multi-function cable), a handle with controls (sniffer handle) and a sniffer probe.

There is a special sniffer line for robotic applications (see “10.1 Accessories”, page 77).

Sniffer probe There are rigid and flexible sniffer probes with different lengths.

Sniffer handle display and functions

The display on the sniffer handle shows current information on the measuring process.

You can operate functions frequently used during measurement with both buttons.

LEDs inserted in the handle illuminate the test area.

Fig. 4: Handle: display and functions

a Display b ZERO adjustment

d Speaker (on the rear) e I•Guide operation

c LEDs

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If the measuring value limit is exceeded, the display switches from green to red. You can additionally set one speaker in the handle to output a signal and the LEDs in the handle to flash or shine with maximum brightness, see “6.3 Settings before measurements”, page 28.

4.4 Technical data

Table 2: Technical data

Mechanical data

Dimensions (W  H  D) 610 mm  370 mm  265 mm

Wei ght 34 kg

Ambient conditions

Permissible ambient temperature (during operation) 10 °C to 45 °C

Permissible storage temperature -20 °C to 60 °C

Max. relative humidity up to 31 °C 80 %

Max. relative humidity from 31 °C to 40 °C Linearly dropping from 80 % to 50 %

Max. relative humidity above 40 °C 50 %

Pollution degree II

Max. altitude above sea level 2000 m

Electrical data

Supply voltages and frequencies Country-specific, see rating plate on device rear

Power consumption  300 VA

Protection class IP 20

Overvoltage category II

Mains fuse 2  4 A slow-blow

Power supply cable 2.5 m

Noise level < 54 dBA

Physical data

Minimum detectable leak rate

Measurement range 6 decades

Detectable masses 2 to 200 amu

Mass spectrometer Quadrupol mass spectrometer

Ion source 2 cathodes

Time constant of the leak rate signal < 1 s

Gas flow through the capillary Measured at 1 atm (1013 mbar) at sea level. The flow rate changes with geographical height and barometric pressure.

Time until ready for operation < 2 min

(according to IEC 61010/part 1: “Usually, only nonconducting soiling may occur. However, temporary conductivity caused by condensation is tolerable at times.“)

R134a 0.05 g/a (0.002 oz/yr)

R600a 0.05 g/a (0.002 oz/yr)

Helium < 1  10

-6

mbar l/s

120 to 200 sccm

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Table 2: Technical data (cont.)

Response time

3 m sniffer line 0.7 sec.

5 m sniffer line 0.9 sec.

10 m sniffer line 1.4 sec.

15 m sniffer line 3.0 sec.

Table 3: Factory settings

Alarm profile Trigger alarm

Alarm delay Deactivated

Number of measuring points (I•Guide) 4

Functions Activated

Internal Activated

Recording output Auto

Baud rate and blank flange 9600 CR+LF

Pressure unit mbar

Flow rate

Lower limit 100 sccm

Upper limit 250 sccm

Sensitivity test Activated

Gas, definition Gas 1, gas 2, gas 3, gas 4, gas 5, gas 6

Device speaker Activated

Handle speaker Trigger value

Selecting a cathode A

I•Guide Deactivated

Calibration (cal), internal Activated

Contrast Not inverted, setting 30

Vol ume 2

Minimum volume 2

Leak rate, selected, highest Automatic

Leak rate filter I•Filter

Menu PIN Deactivated, 0000

Measuring time (I•Guide) 1 second

Measuring mass 69

Peak value Deactivated, 5 seconds

ECO-Check Activated

Relay outputs See interface description

RS-232 protocol ASCII

Sniffer probe, light Activated, Level 4

Sniffer probe, filter, maintenance 100 hours

Recorder, gas Auto

Scaling of the recorder Logarithmic

Language English

SPS outputs and inputs See interface description

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Table 3: Factory settings (cont.)

Control location Local and RS-232

Search threshold 90 %

Tri gge r va lue , su m (I •Gui de) 10 g/ a

Trigger and unit 4 g/a

Idle time (I•Guide) 3 seconds

Maintenance, sniffer probe filter 100 hours

Zero time 5 seconds

Zero key sniffer line Activated

ZERO key main unit Activated

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5 Installation

5.1 Setup

Danger due to moisture and electricity

Moisture getting into the device can lead to personal injury from electric shocks and to material damage from short circuits.

► Operate the Ecotec E3000 only in a dry environment.

► Operate the Ecotec E3000 away from sources of liquid and moisture.

Danger due to dropping heavy loads

The device is heavy and can damage persons and items through tilting or dropping.

► Place the device only on a sufficiently sturdy surface.

Material damage due to vibration.

Parts of the measurement technology rotate and must not be shaken. The parts continue to rotate for several minutes after the device is shut down.

► Place the device only on a sturdy, vibration-free surface.

► The device must not be shaken during operation and at least five minutes after being

switched off.

Material damage due to an overheated device

The device heats up during operation and can overheat without sufficient ventilation.

► Please note the specifications, see page 14.

► Ensure sufficient ventilation especially on the ventilation openings on the left and

right of the device: free space on the side at least 20 cm, in front and in the rear at least 10 cm.

► Keep heat sources away from the device.

► Do not subject the device to direct sunlight.

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Material damage due to transport restraint that has not been removed

The transport restraint blocks the mechanical system in the device.

► Remove the transport restraint before the start-up.

The transport restraint is on the bottom of the Ecotec E3000 and consists of a yellow star screw.

Fig. 5: Unscrew the yellow transport restraint before the start-up

5.2 Connecting the sniffer line

Material damage due to a missing sniffer line

The device must not be operated without a connected sniffer line in order to avoid overpressure in pump and measurement system.

► Connect the sniffer line before you start up the device.

► Do not replace the sniffer line while the device is in operation.

Align the red marking on the sniffer line plug with the red marking on the socket. Push the sniffer line plug into the socket on the device until it locks into place.

Pull the grooved ring on the plug to release it. The ring opens the lock and you can pull out the plug.

5.2.1 Replacing the capillary filter of the sniffer probe

The metal capillary filter is the standard filter. With the plastic capillary filter there is less danger of scratching the surfaces to be sniffed. The water conservation tip is used if there is a danger of suctioning in liquids.

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Fig. 6: Capillary filter

abc

a Sniffer probe end b Plugwasher c Metal capillary filter d Plastic capillary filter

5.2.1.1 Replacing the plastic capillary filter with the metal capillary filter

1 Turn off the Ecotec E3000.

2 Unscrew the plastic capillary filter.

3 Insert the plugwasher, see fig. 6 on page 19.

4 Screw in the metal capillary filter on the sniffer probe end.

5 Calibrate the Ecotec E3000, see “6.4.2 Calibration”, page 37.

5.2.1.2 Replacing the metal capillary filter with the plastic capillary filter

If you want to switch from a capillary filter made of metal to a capillary filter made of plastic, you have to the remove the plugwasher. The plugwasher sits on the steel capillary in the sniffer probe.

1 Turn off the Ecotec E3000.

2 Unscrew the filter.

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3 Unscrew the two cross-head screws in the sniffer probe flange and take out the sniffer

probe.

4 Push the capillary out of the plastic sheath a bit from the top with a narrow pin or a thin

needle (about 0.5 mm). Make sure that the sinter filter in the sniffer probe flange does not get lost in doing so

5 Remove the plugwasher from the sniffer probe.

Fig. 7: Pushing out the capillary

6 Put the sinter filter back in and tighten the sniffer probe on the handle.

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7 Screw the plastic capillary filter on the sniffer probe.

8 Calibrate the Ecotec E3000, see “6.4.2 Calibration”, page 37.

5.2.1.3 Water conservation sniffer probe mounting and remove

With the help of the water conservation sniffer probe, you can check test objects with low surface moisture, e.g. condensation moisture, for tightness.

Short circuit hazard

Sucked in liquid can destroy the device.

► Do not suction in liquids with the device.

The water conservation sniffer probe is screwed onto the sniffer probe end like the metal capillary filter. The small plugwasher must also be placed below the end, see

“5.2.1.2 Replacing the metal capillary filter with the plastic capillary filter”, page 19.

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Fig. 8: Tightening the water conservation sniffer probe

For renewed mounting of the plastic capillary filter, see “5.2.1.1 Replacing the plastic

capillary filter with the metal capillary filter”, page 19.

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5.2.2 Attaching the sniffer lines holder

A holder is available for the sniffer probe. The holder can be installed on the right or the left of the device.

Fig. 9: Sniffer line holder mounting

The holder has two hooks that are inserted into two slits on the front panel of the device. The holder is pulled to the front panel of the device with a magnet on its rear.

5.3 Connecting the ECO-Check calibrated leak

A built-in calibrated leak (ECO-Check) and different external calibrated leaks are available as accessories available for the Ecotec E3000, see “10.1 Accessories”, page 77.

Please refer to the ECO-Check installation manual on how to connect the ECO-Check.

5.4 Connecting the external display unit to the Ecotec E3000RC

Connect the external display unit and the Ecotec E3000RC with the appropriate connecting cable. Secure the plug on the socket by tightening the screws.

Fig. 10: The Ecotec E3000RC with external display unit as a table device (left), for rack mounting (right)

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5.5 Connecting to the power supply system

The supply voltage of the Ecotec E3000 is specified on the labeling of the mains plug (rating plate). The Ecotec E3000 cannot be switched for other supply voltages.

Danger due to incorrect supply voltage

Incorrect supply voltage can destroy the device and injure persons.

► Check whether the supply voltage specified on the Ecotec E3000 matches the supply

voltage available on site.

Connect the device to the electric power supply with the supplied power cable.

5.5.1 Connecting to a PC

The connection is made with a commercially available 9-pin SUB-D plug. Please refer to the “Interface description Ecotec E3000” (doc. no. kins22e1) for further information on data exchange.

5.5.2 Connecting with a PLC

The connection is made with a commercially available 25-pin SUB-D plug.

Please refer to the “Interface description Ecotec E3000” (doc. no. kins22e1) for further information on data exchange.

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6Operation

Start screen in EN

6.1 Start-up

Connect a sniffer line and switch on the device with the mains plug.

The Ecotec E3000 starts a self-test lasting several minutes. The display shows the headline “Running up” and the individual steps of the self-test.

Fig. 11: The device runs up

After running up, the Ecotec E3000 already measures the gas concentration in the environment. There is no separate start function. But you have to still calibrate the device and make different settings for your intended measurement.

If the ECO-Check calibrated leak is not in the Ecotec E3000, an acoustic warning signal and the warning 71 are output during the first start-up.

To stop the alarm quickly, press the key on the bottom right (labeled “OK“). If you are working without the ECO-Check, you should deactivate the alarm permanently, see “ECO-

Check”, page 34.

6.2 Operating the device

6.2.1 Display and keys

All settings are made with the eight keys to the left and the right of the display. The function allocations of the keys change depending on the current operating step. The function allocation is shown directly next to the key which allows fast and purposeful operation after a short learning period.

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Fig. 12: Start display after the self-test

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6.2.1.1 Recurring function symbols

Back

The keys are always assigned with the following functions and labeled with the shown symbols.

Setting the volume for speakers and head phones.

Set volume: The set volume is displayed on the bottom edge of the display. Value range: 0 (off) to 10 (max.)

– Calling the main menu.

– Calling a window again that was closed with .

Calling up calibration.

The lower edge of the display shows “Zero” if a zero point has been set since the device start-up.

Calling up information: software version, operating hours, serial number, date & time, alarm profile.

Back to last menu level.

Navigating in a list box.

Pressing the key assigns the allocation “0” to that key and “1” to an adjacent key. The same setting option exists for the numbers “2/3”, “4/5”, “6/7”, and “8/9”.

Closing the window and calling up the measurement view. Back to the window with

– Calling up the list of gases.

– Measurement with I•Guide: calling up the list of I•Guide programs.

Calling up help for the current function.

Confirming an entry or selection.

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6.2.2 Elements of the measurement view

a b c d

e f

The measured leak rates are shown numerically and with logarithmically divided bar graph displays.

The other elements of the measurement view are shown in the following figure.

Fig. 13: Elements of the measurement view

Gas

b Bell: search threshold exceeded; flashing bell:

trigger value exceeded

c Search threshold (broken line) d Trigger value e Numerical leak rate display

f Leak rate unit g Marking arrow: marks the measurement

displayed on the sniffer handle

h Bar graph, logarithmic i Status bar: symbols and text overlay provide

information about the device status

The two center keys on the left side of the display can be used to adjust the volume of the alarm signal at any time. If one of the two keys is pressed, the device emits a sound with the selected volume through the speaker and shows the setting with a bar graph in the status line. The set value is also the first entry in the status line on the bottom of the display and applies only to the speaker of the main unit. To adjust different alarm profiles, see

page 29.

Menu key

The key  on the bottom left of the display has two functions:

 Calling the main menu.

 Returning you to the last window that was closed with .

Calibration key (CAL)

The key on the top right next to the display can be used to start a calibration of the Ecotec E3000 with an external test leak at any time. Additional information on completing an external calibration, see “6.4.2.2 External calibration with external calibrated leak”,

page 39.

ZERO key

Pressing the ZERO key briefly stores the currently displayed leak rate as zero point for all selected refrigerants. Pressing the ZERO key for more than 2 seconds switches off the ZERO function. The display ZERO disappears from the status line in this case. For more information on the ZERO function, see “Zero”, page 31.

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Information key

2.0E-7 HE

Pressing the information key the status of the Ecotec E3000. Details: see “6.4.6.1 Calling up information on the

measurement”, page 45.

Status line

Status information is displayed in the lower line of the measurement window. The set volume for the alarm is displayed in the left of the line.

If the small speaker flashes, it indicates that the device speaker is switched off. If the number flashes, it indicates that the alarm delay is switched on, see “Alarm delay”,

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A small black triangle with an exclamation point next to it can indicate an active warning.

If the ZERO function is activated, the word “ZERO” follows in the status line.

If the first cathode (filament A) of the mass spectrometer has been consumed and the Ecotec E3000 switches automatically to the second cathode (filament B), the display will show “Fil. B” in the status line.

If you working with an activated IGS, “IGS” will be shown in the status line.

i (to the bottom right of the display) shows information on

6.2.3 Operating elements and display on the sniffer handle

The display of the sniffer handle shows the most important information for the current measurement. Measurements can be controlled with the two keys.

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Fig. 14: Operating elements and display on the sniffer handle

a Leak rate as bar graph b Leak rate, numerical. Unit, as shown on the main unit c Measured gas d Left key, assigned “Zero” e Right key, different assignments

The measured leak rate is shown as an increasing or decreasing bar. The second line shows the leak rate as a numerical figure (with the same measurement unit as in the main display). The third line shows the abbreviation for the measured gas.

Depending on the measurement, the display can also show something else, e.g. “Error” or the number of a warning.

If you search for several gases simultaneously, you can switch between individual measurement results with the right key. The right key can also be used to confirm messages or states during a measurement cycle.

You can trigger the ZERO function with the left key, see “Zero”, page 31.

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The key can be deactivated to prevent accidental triggering: Press the key until you hear a signal. The key is reactivated by pressing it longer.

6.2.4 Special features of the Ecotec E3000RC

The Ecotec E3000RC has a connection panel for the external display unit instead of the built-in display. Two LEDs (to the left of the plug) provide information on the status of the Ecotec E3000RC, even if the external display unit is not connected.

The green LED shows that the Ecotec E3000RC is switched on. It has a steady green light if an external display is connected and flashes if no external display can be detected.

The red LED flashes in case of an error message; a steady red light indicates a warning.

Fig. 15: Connection panel with LEDs

If no display unit is connected, you can confirm error messages and warnings by pressing both keys on the sniffer line simultaneously.

The external display unit has four keys:

 The menu key opens the main menu.

 The current measured background value is set as zero point with the ZERO key, see

“Zero”, page 31.

 The START / STOP keys do not have any function (the external display unit can also be

used with other leak detectors made by INFICON that require these keys).

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6.3 Settings before measurements

Before the first measurements, you should make different device settings in the following menus:

 Miscellaneous

 Display

 Audio

 Vacuum & access control

 Interfaces (for control via interfaces and if you use an ECO-Check)

You can access the menus via the main menu

6.3.1 Miscellaneous

Language You can select one of the following languages:

 English (factory setting)

 German

 French

 Italian

 Portuguese

 Spanish

 Japanese (Katakana)

 Chinese (Mandarin, simplified Chinese)

To set the language to English temporarily, press keys two and six during the run-up of the Ecotec. Call up the language setting after the run-up and set the required language.

Time & Date  First page: internal date with the format DD.MM.YYYY

 Second page (press key on the bottom right ) time with the format SS:MM.

Sniffer light  Activate/deactivate light

 Adjust brightness from 1 (min) to 6 (max)

Pressure unit  atm

 Tor r

 Pa

 mbar

Leak rate filter  Auto

 Fixed

 I•Filter

The I•Filter is an intelligent filter algorithm that delivers the best results regarding interference suppression and stability of the leak rate signal. It was especially developed for the use in the Ecotec E3000.

Only in cases in which the older Ecotec II model was replaced with an Ecotec E3000 and the Ecotec E3000 is used in a fixed test device can it be necessary to select the older filter settings “Auto” or “Fixed”.

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