Inficon HLD5000, 510-015, 510-017, 510-018, 510-010 Technical Handbook

TECHNICAL HANDBOOK

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Catalog No.
510-010

510-015
510-016
510-017
510-018

HLD5000

Refrigerant Sniffer Leak Detector

from software version V 4.1

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Content

1 General 1-1

1.1 Introduction 1-1

1.1.1 Purpose 1-1

1.2 Technical Data 1-2

1.2.1 Physical Data 1-2

1.2.2 Electrical Data 1-2

1.2.3 Other Data 1-2

1.2.4 Ordering Information 1-3

1.3 Supplied Equipment 1-3

1.3.1 Replacement parts / Accessories 1-4

1.4 Service 1-5

1.4.1 Service Centers 1-6

1.5 Notes on How to Read this Manual 1-8

1.5.1 Definition of Terms 1-8

1.6 Installation 1-9

1.6.1 Unpacking 1-9

1.6.2 Mechanical Connections 1-9

1.6.3 Electrical Connection 1-9

1.6.4 Wall Mounting 1-9

1.6.5 RS232 Interface 1-10

1.6.6 The Sniffer Tip 1-10

1.6.6.1 Changing the sniffer tip 1-10

1.6.6.2 Use of the flexible sniffer tip 1-11

1.6.6.3 Use of the sniffer tip extension 1-11

1.6.6.4 Use of water protection tip 1-11

2 Principle of Operation 2-1

2.1 Description 2-1

2.2 HLD5000 Overview 2-2

3 Operating the HLD5000 3-1

3.1 Start-up 3-1

3.2 Working with the HLD5000 3-2

3.3 Controls and their Function 3-3

3.3.1 Overview of the Controls and Display Components 3-3

3.3.2 Mains Switch 3-3

3.3.3 LED Display of the HLD5000 3-3

3.3.4 LC Display 3-3

3.3.5 Probe 3-5

4 HLD5000 Settings (Menu Structure) 4-1

4.1 Description of the Menu "Program” 4-1

4.1.1 TRIGGER 4-2

4.1.2 VOLUME 4-3

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4.1.3 CONTRAST 4-3

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4.1.4 OPTIONS 4-4

4.1.5 CAL 4-6

4.1.6 LIST ERRORS 4-6

4.1.7 INFO 4-6

4.2 Description of the Menu Item INFO 4-8

4.3 Menu Item STANDBY 4-9

4.4 Selecting the gas type 4-9

4.5 Calibration 4-9

4.5.1 Checking the Calibration 4-10

4.5.2 Calibrating the HLD5000
with the COOL-Check 4-10

4.5.3 Calibrated leak (COOL-Check) 4-11

4.6 Shutting Down 4-11

4.7 Switching probes 4-11

5 Messages 5-1
6 Maintenance 6-1

6.1 INFICON Service 6-1

6.2 Maintenance Work 6-1

6.2.1 Replacing the Filters 6-1

6.2.1.1 Exchanging the filters in the sniffer line 6-1

6.2.2 Cleaning the Opening of the Calibrated Leak 6-3

6.2.3 Cleaning 6-3

6.2.4 Replacing Fuses 6-3

6.2.5 Replacing the Calibrated Leak
(not for SF6 / CO2 version) 6-3

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General Safety Precautions

Warning

Caution

Warning

Warning

Warning

Indicates procedures that must be strictly observed to prevent hazards to persons.

Indicates procedures that must strictly be observed to prevent damage to or
destruction of the HLD5000 leak detector.

Notice Indicates special technical requirements that the user must comply with.
The INFICON HLD5000 leak detector has been designed for safe and efficient

operation when used properly and in accord ance with this Te chnical Handbo ok. It is
the responsibility of the user to carefully read and strictly observe all safety
precautions described in this chapter and throughout this Technical Handbook. The
HLD5000 must only be operated in the proper condition and under the conditions
described in this Technical Handbook. It must be operated and maintained by trained
personal only. Consult local, state, and national agencies regarding specific
requirements and regulations. Adress any further safety, operation and / or
maintenance questions to our nearest office.

Failure to observe the following precautions could result in serious personal
injury:

The HLD5000 must not be operated while standing in water or under running or
dripping water. The same applies to all other kinds of liquids.

The HLD5000 should only be used indoors.

The HLD5000 must not be operated in explosion hazard areas.
Do not use the HLD5000 on hot surfaces.

Only mains cords having three conductors with a protective ground conductor may
be used. The HLD5000 must never be operated with a disconnected protective

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ground conductor.

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Warning

Danger of electric shock.

Warning

Caution

Caution

Caution

Caution

Caution

• Don’t touch live parts with the sniffer tip.

• Test samples need to be disconnected from electricity before leak testing.

To replace the fuses remove the mains cord first.

Failure to observe the following precautions could result in damage to the
equipment:

Avoid contact of the HLD5000 with bases, acids or solvents and also avoid
exposure to extreme climatic conditions.

Before loosening the connecting nut, you must switch off the HLD5000 first. When
exchanging the sniffer tip make sure th at no dust or particles of dirt enter into the
opening.

The HLD5000 will only operate after having connected the sniffer line first.

Do not place the HLD5000 on hot surfaces.

During warm-up the sniffer tip must not be inserted in the test leak opening.
Otherwise, the internal calibration will be disabled and an error message will be
displayed.

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Caution

Under all circumstances the intake of liquids which may still be present on the

Caution

Caution

Caution

surface of the test object has to be avoided.
In the case of moist test objects (e.g. condensed water) the use of the water

protection tip is recommended (see Chapter 1.6.6).

Under all circumstances memorize the new PIN!
The PIN can only be reset by INFICON’s service organization.

Before exchanging any of the sniffer line filters please switch off the HLD5000.
When replacing filters please make sure that no particles enter into the intake

opening.

Before replacing the air filter at the bottom of the housing please disconnect the
HLD5000.

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1 General

Warning

Caution

Warning

The refrigerant leak detector HLD5000 is delivered ready for use. Even so, we
strongly recommend that you carefully read this manual so as to ensure optimum
operating conditions right from the start.

1.1 Introduction

1.1.1 Purpose

The HLD5000 is suited for running sniffer leak tests on air conditioning and
automotive air-conditioning systems (overpressure method). Its area of application is
within the air-conditioning industry and it is used to check air-conditioners as well as
components these contain.

The HLD5000 must not be operated while standing in water or under running or
dripping water. The same applies to all other kinds of liquids.

The HLD5000 should only be used indoors.

Avoid contact of the HLD5000 with bases, acids or solvents and also avoid
exposure to extreme climatic conditions.

The HLD5000 must not be operated in explosion hazard areas.
Do not use the HLD5000 on hot surfaces.

Applied guide lines, harmonized standards and applied national standards in
languages and specifications:

EN 50081-1 electromagnetical compatibility
EN 61000-6-2 electromagnetical compatibility
EN 61010-1 electrical safety

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1.2 Technical Data

1.2.1 Physical Data

Lowest trigger level setting

Maximum trigger level setting 50 g/a (1.76 oz/yr)
Measurement range

Detectable refrigerants

Response time 1 s
Time until ready for operation 30 s
Recovery time approx. 2 s
Gross leak recovery time approx. 8 s

For single gas probes 1.0 g/a (0.04 oz/yr)
For universal Smart probe 0.5 g/a (0.02 oz/yr)

For single gas probes 0 - 100 g/a (3.57 oz/yr)
For universal Smart probe 0 - 300 g/a (10.7 oz/yr)

Single gas probe
(depending on the instrument version)

Universal Smart probe all halogens

R134a,
R744 (CO

), SF

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1.2.2 Electrical Data

Mains supply voltage 100 V ... 230 V ± 10 %

Power consumption
in standby

Protection IP 30
Overvoltage category II
Gas flow at the intake 320 sccm

1.2.3 Other Data

Dimensions (height, diameter) 365 mm; 260 mm

Weight of the main unit 4.5 kg (10 lb.)
Weight of the probe 390 g (0.9 lb.)
Permissible ambient temperatur e ra ng e

(during operation)
Max. rel. humidity of the air 80 % at +31 °C, decreasing

Length of the sniffer line 4.8 m (15.5 ft.)

50/60 Hz
< 60 VA

< 40 VA

(14.4 in.; 10.25 in.)

5 – 50 °C; 40 – 120 °F

to 50% at 40°C (104°F)

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Visual leak rate indication LED display, 24 pcs.;

Noise level <50 dBA
Pollution degree 2
Audio alarm 100 dBA
Max. permissible height above sea level

(during operation)

1.2.4 Ordering Information

HLD5000 for R134a Cat. No. 510-010
HLD5000 for R744 (CO
HLD5000 for SF
HLD5000 with Smart Probe Cat. No. 510-017
HLD5000 for R600a/R290 Cat. No. 510-018

1.3 Supplied Equipment

0 – 200 %;
(trigger level = 100 %)

2000 m

) Cat. No. 510-015

2

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Cat. No. 510-016

The HLD5000 is delivered ready for operation. Before installing the HLD5000 please
read Chapter 1.6. The following items have been included with the leak detector:

• Probe with line

• Sniffer tip, 100 mm long

• Flexible extension for sniffer tip with adapter

• 2 mains cords EU version, US version

• Documentation

– Operating Instructions of the HLD5000 kima40e2
– Technical Handbook HLD5000 kina40e1
– Interface Description HLD5000 kins40e1
– Spare Parts List HLD5000 kiua40e1
– Repair Instructions kipa40e1
– HEX Code

• Set of spare fuses

• Set of replacement filter holders (5 pieces)

• Set of replacement silicone filter cartridges (4 pieces)

For R744 (CO

• Adapter for CO

) version (510-015) only:

2

calibration

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1.3.1 Replacement parts / Accessories

Sniffer tips

Probe tip, 100 mm long 511-021
Probe tip, 400 mm long, flexible 511-024
Extension line, 400 mm long (flexible) for the

probe tip (20 pieces)
Extension (flexible) for sniffer tip,

angled by 45° (20 pieces) 511-029
Water protection tip 511-025

Filters

Filter holders (20 pieces) 511-027
Filter cartridge (20 pcs.) 511-018

COOL-Check 511-010

Cat.-No.

511-020

Sniffer lines including
handle (for conversion to
other refrigerants)

R134a 511-030
R744 (CO
SF

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Smart probe 511-037
R600a/R290 511-018

Sniffer line extension, 5 m 511-040
Adapter for CO

) 511-035

2

511-036

calibration 511-042

2

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1.4 Service

INFICON GmbH

Bonner Str. 498,50968 Cologne, Germany
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

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Declaration of Contamination

Legally binding declaration:

I/we hereby declare that the information on this form is complete and accurate and that I/we will assume any further costs that may
arise. The contaminated product will be dispatched in accordance with the applicable regulations.

Organization/company

Address Post code, place

Phone Fax

Email

Name

Date and legally binding signature Company stamp

1) or not containing any amount
of hazardous residues that
exceed the permissible ex­ posure limits

Process related contamination of product:

toxic no 1) yes



caustic no 1) yes



biological hazard no yes 2)

explosive no yes  2)

radioactive no yes 2)

other harmful substances no1) yes



The service, repair, and/or disposal of vacuum equipment and components will only be carried out if a correctly completed declaration has
been submitted. Non-completion will result in delay.
This declaration may only be completed (in block letters) and signed by authorized and qualified staff.

Copies:
Original for addressee - 1 copy for accompanying documents - 1 copy for file of sender

Harmful substances, gases and/or by-products

Please list all substances, gases, and by-products which the product may have come into contact with:

Trade/product name

Chemical name
(or symbol)

Precautions associated
with substance

Action if human contact

Description of product

Type
Article Number
Serial Number

Reason for return

Operating fluid(s) used (Must be drained before shipping.)

The product is free of any sub­stances which are damaging to
health yes



This form can be downloaded
from our website.

2) Products thus contami ­ nated will not be ac­ cepted without written
evidence of decontami ­ nation!

If the HLD5000 is returned to INFICON, indicate whether the leak detector is free of
substances damaging to hea lth or whether it is contamin ated. If it is contaminated
also indicate the nature of the hazard. INFICON will return any leak detector without
a "Declaration of Contamination” to the sender’s address.

Before returning any equipment, please get in touch with the Service Center for the
purpose of discussing the issue (RMA number, for example).

General

We reserve the right to modify the design and the specified data. The illustrations are
not binding.

Please refer to national shipping requirements - Dangerous Goods - due to
pressurized calibrated leak.

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Fig. 1-1 Declaration of Contamination (original size see attachment)

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1.4.1 Service Centers

Algeria [e-mail] Finland [e-mail]
Agramkow
Sonderborg
Belarus [e-mail] France [e-mail]
Gertner Service
Moscow
Belgium [e-mail] Germany [e-mail]
INFICON GmbH
Cologne
Brazil [e-mail] Hungary [e-mail]
PV Pest Vácuo Ltda.
Santa de Parnaíba
Bulgaria [e-mail] India [e-mail]
INFICON GmbH
Cologne
Canada [e-mail] Ireland [e-mail]
Vacuum Products Canada Ltd.
Ontario
Central America [e-mail] Italy [e-mail]
MEISA S.a. de C.V.
Querètaro
China [e-mail] Israel [e-mail]
INFICON LTD
Hong Kong
INFICON LTD
Beijing
INFICON LTD
Guangzhou
INFICON LTD
Shanghai
Czech Republic [e-mail] Korea [e-mail]
INFICON GmbH
Pilsen
Denmark [e-mail] INFICON Ltd.

Agramkow
Sonderborg
Egypt [e-mail] Latvia [e-mail]
Agramkow
Sonderborg
Estonia [e-mail] Lithuania [e-mail]
INFICON GmbH
Cologne

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OLV France
Orsay

INFICON GmbH
Cologne

Kontrade
Budaörs

Dashpute
400 064

INFICON
Blackburn

INFICON GmbH
Castelnuovo

Mark Technologies Ltd.
Kiriat Ono
Japan [e-mail]

INFICON Co. Ltd.
Yokohama

INFICON Ltd.
Sungnam city

Suwon City
INFICON Ltd.
Cheonan City

INFICON GmbH
Cologne

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Mexico [e-mail] Spain [e-mail]
MEISA S.a. de C.V.
Querètaro

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Leybold Optics Ibérica
Barcelona

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]
Netherlands [e-mail] Sweden [e-mail]
INFICON GmbH
Cologne

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Agramkow
Sonderborg

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]
Norway [e-mail] Syria [e-mail]
Agramkow
Sonderborg

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

INFICON GmbH
Cologne

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]
Poland [e-mail] Taiwan [e-mail]
VAK-POL & GAZ Sp. zo.o
Pulawy

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

INFICON Company Limited
Chupei City, HsinChu Hsien

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]
Portugal [e-mail] Tunisia [e-mail]
Sociedade Zickermann

S.A.R.L, Lissabon

Phone: [phone]
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INFICON GmbH
Cologne

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Republic of South Africa [e-mail] Turkey [e-mail]
Vacuquip
Randburg

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Sonderborg

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Cologne

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INFICON PTE LTD.
Singapur

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INFICON GmbH
Pilsen

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Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]
Slovenia [e-mail] USA [e-mail]
Medivac
Ljubljani
South America except Brazil [e-mail] Inficon Inc.

MEISA S.a. de C.V.
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East Syracuse, NY

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1.5 Notes on How to Read this Manual

Caution

Warning

Important remarks concerning operational safety and protection are emphazised as
follows:

Indicates procedures that must strictly be observed to prevent damage to or
destruction of the HLD5000 leak detector.

Indicates procedures that must be strictly observed to prevent haza rd s to per sons.

Notice Indicates special technical requirements that the user must comply with.
The references to diagrams, e.g. (2-2/1) consist of the Chapter No., Fig. No. and the

Item No. in that order. For example: (2-2/1) refers to item 1 in the second figure of
chapter 2, i.e. the calibration port for the calibrated leak.

1.5.1 Definition of Terms

Rejection leak rate Trigger level or leak rate limit setting at which the test sample

Default status State the HLD5000 is in when leaving the factory.
Main menu This is the first menu which is displayed after switching on the

Submenus All further menus which can be accessed from the main

Menu item A single menu line.
Standby mode Resting status of the HLD5000. The pump and valve system

PIN Personal password number so as to be able to prevent

reaches the limit between good and bad. If the reject le ak rate
is exceeded, in the measurement mode the HLD5000 will
output a visually and audibly apparent alarm.

HLD5000.

menu.

is off in this mode.

unauthorised changes to leak detector settings.

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