KANE200
Efficiency Meter
KANE250
Combustion Meter
Kane International Ltd
Kane House
Swallowfield
Welwyn Garden City
Hertfordshire
AL7 1JG
CONTENTS
Page No:
KANE200 and KANE250 User Guide .............................................................................1
1. BEFORE USING THE METER FOR THE FIRST TIME ....................................2
2. BEFORE USING THE METER EVERY TIME ....................................................2
3. USING THE METER AND ITS FOUR BUTTONS.......................................... 3-4
4. USING THE ROTARY DIAL (STARTING FROM MENU) ........................... 5-6
5. MEASURING FLUE GASES............................................................................. 7-8
6. WHEN YOU FINISH USING THE METER.........................................................9
7. METER PROBLEM SOLVING .............................................................................9
8. METER ANNUAL RECALIBRATION AND SERVICE ...................................10
9. METER SPECIFICATION (NOTE MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE) ..........11
10. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY........................................................12
APPENDIX 1 – MAIN PARAMETERS............................................................... 13-14
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KANE200 & KANE250
User Guide
The KANE200 Efficiency Meter tests heating appliances for O2, CO2,
temperature and combustion efficiency.
The KANE250 Combustion Meter measures O
2,
temperature and CO and
then calculates efficiency (Nett, Gross or Condensing), the CO/CO
2
ratio
and Poison Index
In addition the KANE250 Combustion Meter’s CO sensor checks CO
levels in ambient air - useful when a CO Alarm is triggered .. and tests
the safety of appliances. It also calculates CO air free in ppm only.
The CO reading can be referenced to the oxygen reading in ppm or
mg/m
3
.
All meters have a protective rubber sleeve with a magnet for “hands–
free” operation and their flue probes work on all combustion appliances
and take ambient air measurements.
The large display shows 2 readings at a time and all data can be printed
via an optional infrared printer. The printed data can be 'live' data, 'frozen
data' or stored data. 16 sets of tests can be stored. Note: stored data is
lost if the batteries are removed or are exhausted. Two lines of 16
characters can be added to the header of printouts.
The meters are controlled using 4 buttons and a rotary dial.
The four buttons (from left to right) switch on and off the meter, print
actual or frozen data, switch on and off the backlight, switch on and off
the pump and “freeze” or hold data. If the HOLD button is pressed for
more than 2 seconds the current data is stored in memory and the test
number is briefly displayed. The buttons with UP, DOWN and ENTER
arrows also change settings such as date, time, fuel source, and the
display’s top line.
The rotary dial changes the display’s 2
nd
line and selects access to the
menu to make changes to the date, time, fuel, etc.
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1. BEFORE USING THE METER FOR THE FIRST TIME:
Turn over the meter, remove its’ protective rubber sleeve and fit 4 “AA” batteries in
the battery compartment. Take great care to ensure they are fitted with the correct
battery polarity. Then replace the battery cover and protective rubber sleeve.
Always check that the meter is working correctly after replacing batteries.
Set the meter’s correct time, date, fuel source, etc, after it is switched on and
calibrated – See USING THE ROTARY DIAL below. These are stored when the
meter is switched off.
Using Re-Chargeable Batteries.
This meter has been designed for use with both alkaline and rechargeable Nickel Metal
Hydride (NMiH). No other battery types are recommended.
WARNING
The battery charger unit must only be used when NMiH batteries are fitted.
Alkaline batteries are not re-chargeable. Attempting to recharge Alkaline batteries may result
in damage to the product and may create a fire risk.
Charging
Ensure that you use the correct charger. The part number is KMCU250/UK.
Ensure the batteries are fitted in the correct manner then on first charging, charge for at least
16 hours continuously, subsequently charge overnight.
NMiH batteries are entirely suitable for top up charging at any time, even for shorts periods.
An in-vehicle adapter can be used to top up the meter's batteries from a 12 volt vehicle
battery. The part number is KM12/12
Battery Disposal
Always dispose of depleted batteries using approved disposal methods that protect the
environment
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2. BEFORE USING THE METER EVERY TIME:
Check the water trap is empty and the particle filter is not dirty:
- To empty water trap, unplug its rubber stopper and re-plug once it is empty.
- To change the filter, remove protective rubber sleeve, pull out the water trap
unit from the meter, remove the water trap’s particle filter from its’ spigot and
replace. Reconnect the water trap and rubber protective sleeve.
Connect the flue probe into the bottom of the meter’s water trap and connect the
probe’s temperature plug to the socket next to the water trap – check the plug’s
orientation is correct otherwise incorrect temperature measurements will occur.
After switch on, check fuel source, date and time are correct and battery power is
sufficient.
SAFETY WARNING
This meter extracts combustion gases that may be toxic in relatively low
concentrations. These gases are exhausted from the back of the instrument. This
meter must only be used in well-ventilated locations by trained and competent
persons after due consideration of all the potential hazards.
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3. USING THE METER AND ITS FOUR BUTTONS:
Switching ON
the Meter
Press button to switch the unit ON in fresh air outside the
property about to be tested. This lets the meter auto calibrate its’
sensors properly.
On switch on, the meter beeps four times and displays on its’ top
line the fuel previously selected, the date and time and model
number. Its’ bottom line counts down from 60 until the sensors are
ready to use – This normally takes 20 - 30 seconds but may take
longer as sensors get older. If the meter will not auto calibrate, its’
sensors need to be replaced or recalibrated by an authorized repair
center.
If you connect the flue probe’s temperature plug to the meter during
its’ countdown the measured temperature will be used as the inlet
temperature.
If you do not connect the flue probe’s temperature plug during
countdown the meter’s ambient temperature will be used as the inlet
temperature.
When countdown is finished the display’s top line shows the last
selected function and the bottom line displays whatever the rotary
dial is turned to.
Switching
OFF the Meter
Press button to switch the meter OFF. The display counts down
from 30 with the pump on to clean the sensors with fresh air – If the
probe is still connected, make sure meter and probe are in fresh air.
Press HOLD / ENTER if you want to stop the countdown and return
to making measurements.
Note: the meter will not switch off until the CO reading is below
20ppm
Using UP /
DOWN /
ENTER
Buttons
Press for more than 1 second the DOWN button to change the
display’s top line. The Rotary Dial changes the display’s bottom
line.
For example, the meter will display CO2 on its’ top line and
Efficiency on its’ bottom line if you turn the rotary dial to EFF and
push the DOWN button until CO2 is displayed on the top line.
Use the UP / DOWN / ENTER keys to change settings (such as
time, date and fuel) when the rotary dial is turned to MENU.
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Switching on
and off the
backlight.
Press and release PRINT / BACKLIGHT quickly to switch backlight
on or off.
Printing Data Press for more than 1 second before releasing to start the meter
printing. The meter displays "PRINTING" until this is completed.
Make sure the printer is switched on, ready to accept data and its’
infrared receiver is in line with the meter’s emitter (on top of the
meter).
Switching
PUMP on / off
The meter normally operates with the pump on. Press PUMP
quickly to switch the pump off and on.
When the pump is switched off, the meter displays "PUMP OFF"
approx every 30 seconds.
NOTE: the pump will not switch off if the CO reading is above
20ppm . This helps to protect the CO sensor from damage.
“Freezing” the
display
Press HOLD / ENTER to freeze all readings. The display flashes
and can be printed by pressing PRINT key. Press HOLD / ENTER
again for “live” measurements.
Press HOLD/ENTER for more than 2 seconds to store data in
memory.
Showing CO
air free
readings (not
KANE200)
Press DOWN to scroll round the top line until COa is displayed
with its’ reading.
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4. USING THE ROTARY DIAL (starting from Menu):
Rotating the dial selects the display’s 2nd line, unless MENU is selected.
MENU
Rotate the dial to MENU and use the UP or DOWN buttons to
select the following function for change:
1 Time – Uses “Military” time as standard: 7am = 07:00,
7pm = 19:00
2 Date
3 The display’s top line – select from the settings listed below
4 Temperature units - oF or
o
C
5 The display’s contrast
6 Boiler / Furnace fuel supply – select from fuels
7 Language
8 Header – 2 lines each of up to 16 characters that appear on the
printout. Use ENTER and UP/DOWN.
9 Store- save up to 16 sets of test results.
LOG saves a set of results when ENTER is pressed
DEL ALL clears all the memory when YES and ENTER
pressed. NOTE. ENTER must be pressed to exit this mode.
VIEW: the test number appears on the top line. The dial
position displays the stored values. Use UP or DOWN to
change test number. Use ENTER to exit this mode.
10 O2 reference can be set between 0 and 20%
11 Gross or Net or Condensing Boiler / Furnace efficiency
12 ppm or mg/m3
14 Service – Password protected for service personnel only
When you have selected the function to change, press ENTER to
select.
Repeat this to scroll through the menu and select (using the ENTER
key) and change (using the UP / DOWN keys) the function.
The final, logical ENTER returns you to the main menu display.
To exit the Menu function you can normally rotate the dial to
another position - Unless the final logical ENTER is pressed, no
changes are made.
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The exception is
STORE DELETE where the ENTER key must be pressed to
confirm the change and exit. If you rotate the dial before
pressing ENTER the instrument will beep continuously. You
must rotate the dial back to MENU and press ENTER before
you can continue.
In STORE View mode the rotary dial is used to select the saved
parameter to be displayed. Use the UP/DOWN keys to change the
Test number. To exit the View mode press ENTER.
TOP LINE
OPTIONS
* not
KANE200
Time
Date
CO2
O2
T nett
T flue
Efficiency
Excess Air
*CO
Battery Status
Fuel
*CO/CO2 ratio
*Poison Index
Ambient Temp
*CO air free
Losses
O2 Reference value
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ROTARY DIAL POSITIONS
TIME
Displays Time
DATE
Displays Date
CO2 Displays calculated Carbon Dioxide values once O2 values are
below 18%.
O2 Displays Oxygen values in %.
T Nett
Displays the difference between flue and inlet / ambient
temperatures.
If the flue probe’s temperature sensor is broken or open circuit it
displays - - - -.
T Flue
Displays flue (or inlet) temperatures in oF or
o
C .
If the flue probe’s temperature sensor is broken or open circuit it
displays - - - -.
EFF
Displays calculated efficiency when O2 values are less than 18%
EFFn, EFFg or EFFc as selected by the user.
X AIR Displays calculated excess air when O2 values are less than 18%.
Loss
(KANE200 only)
Displays calculated losses when O2 values are less than 18%
CO
(not KANE200)
Displays Carbon Monoxide values in PPM as CO in ppm
normalized ac COn
Display value in mg/m3 as COm
in mg/m3 normalised as COĦ
BAT Displays estimated battery life.
If battery voltage falls below a pre-set limit, the display flashes
"LOW BAT." every 10 seconds. See above to change the batteries or
use the optional mains adaptor
Fuel Displays boiler / furnace fuel selected
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5. MEASURING FLUE GASES
After the countdown is finished and the meter is correctly set up, put its’ flue probe
into the appliance’s sampling point. The ideal sampling point is at least two flue
diameters downstream of any bend.
Put the probe tip in the flue center. With balanced flues, make sure the probe is
positioned far enough into the flue so no air can ‘back flush’ into the probe.
Use the probe’s depth stop cone to fix it in flue diameters from 1/4 to 4/5 inch, 6 to 21
mm. Its maximum operating temperature is 1112°F / 600°C.
Make sure you do not exceed the meter’s operating specifications. In particular:
• Do not exceed the flue probe’s maximum temperature
• Do not exceed the meter’s internal temperature operating range
• Do not put the meter on a hot surface
• Do not exceed the water trap’s levels
• Do not let the meter’s particle filter become dirty and blocked
View data and rotate the dial to see flue changes as you make adjustments.
Press PRINT. Press HOLD first to “freeze” or store the readings before printing
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EXAMPLE PRINTOUT IN AMBIENT AIR
The standard printouts are:
KANE200 --
16 char.header
16 char.header
Date: 26 / 12 /02
Time: 14:27:08
……………………………..
Fuel NATU GAS
O2 % 20.9
CO2 % 0.0
NETT . C ----AMB C ----FLUE . C -----
EFF% (G) ----LOSSES % ----XAIR % -----
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NOTE: Printouts of stored readings will
also include the TEST NO. below the
header.
EFF % (G) = gross
EFF % (N) = nett
EFF % (C) = condensing
KANE250 --
16 char. Header
16 char. header
Date: 12 / 26 /02
Time: 14:27:08
……………………………..
Fuel NATU GAS
O2 % 20.9
CO2 % 0.0
CO ppm 00
CO a ppm 00
NETT . C ----AMB C ----FLUE . C -----
EFF% (G) ----LOSSES % ----XAIR % -----
CO/CO2 ----PI % ----O2 ref %
SMOKE…………………….
………………………………
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6. WHEN YOU FINISH USING THE METER
Remove its’ probe from the flue - THE PROBE WILL BE HOT - and let it cool. Do
not put the probe in water which will be sucked into the meter, damaging its’ pump
and sensors.
When the meter’s readings return to ambient levels, switch it off. The meter counts
down from 30 before switch off with the pump running to self clean its sensors.
7. METER PROBLEM SOLVING
If any problems are not solved with these solutions, contact us or an authorized repair
center.
Fault symptom Causes / Solutions
• Oxygen too high
• CO2 too low
• Air leaking into probe, tubing, water trap, connectors
or internal to meter.
• Oxygen cell needs replacing.
• Oxygen reading (- - - -)
• CO reading (- - - -)
• Meter was stored in a cold environment and is not at
normal working temperature.
• Oxygen cell or CO sensor needs replacing.
• Pump is switched off
• Batteries not holding charge
• Meter not running on mains
adapter.
• Batteries exhausted.
• AC charger not giving correct output.
• Fuse blown in charger plug.
• Meter does not respond to flue
gas
• Particle filter blocked.
• Probe or tubing blocked.
• Pump not working or damaged with contaminants.
• Net temperature or Efficiency
calculation incorrect.
• Ambient temperature set wrong during Automatic
Calibration.
• Flue temperature readings erratic • Temperature plug reversed in socket.
• Faulty connection or break in cable or plug.
• T flue or T nett displays (- - - -) • Probe not connected.
• X-Air, EFF, COa or CO2 display
(- - - -)
• Oxygen reading is above 18%
• Meter just continually beeps • Turn dial back to MENU and press ENTER
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8. METER ANNUAL RECALIBRATION AND SERVICE
Although sensor life is typically more than two years, the meter should be recalibrated and serviced annually to stop any long-term sensor or electronics drift or
accidental damage.
Local regulations may require more frequent re-calibration.
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9. METER SPECIFICATION
(NOTE MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
Parameter
Resolution Accuracy
Range
Temp Measurement
Flue Temperature
Inlet Temperature
Temp (Nett)
*2
1.0°C/F
1°C/F
1.0°C/F
+2.0°C (5°F)
+0.3% reading
+1°C/F
±0.3% reading
+2°C (5°F)
+0.3% reading
0-600°C
32-1112°F
0-100°C
32-212°F
0-600°C
32-1112°F
Gas Measurement
Oxygen
*Carbon Monoxide
(not KANE200)
Carbon Dioxide*2
Efficiency*2
Excess Air*2
0.1%
1ppm
0.1%
0.1%
0.1%
+0.2%*1
+10ppm <100ppm*1
+5% of reading
+0.3% reading
+1.0% reading
+0.2%
0-21%
0-1000ppm
0-30%
0-99.9%
0-250%
Pre-programmed Fuels
KANE250: Natural gas, Light Oil, Propane, Butane,
LPG.
KANE200: as above plus heavy oil, coal, anthracite
Dimensions
Weight
Handset
Probe
1kg / 2.2lb
200mm / 7.9” x 45mm / 1.8” x 90mm / 3.5”
L300mm / 11.8” x Dia 6mm / 0.25”with 200mm / 7.8”
long stainless steel shaft, type K thermocouple and 3m
/ 6ft long neoprene hose
Ambient Operating Range
+0°C to +40°C / 32-104°F
10% to 90% RH non- condensing
Storage Capacity
16 sets of test results in volatile memory
Battery Life
4 AA cells
>8 hours using Alkaline AA cells
AC battery charger
(optional)
Input: 110Vac/220 Vac nominal
Output: 10 Vac off load
*1
Using dry gases at STP
*2
Calculated
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10. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
European Council Directive 89/336/EEC requires electronic equipment not to
generate electromagnetic disturbances exceeding defined levels and have adequate
immunity levels for normal operation. Specific standards applicable to this meter are
stated below.
As there are electrical products in use pre-dating this Directive, they may emit excess
electromagnetic radiation levels and, occasionally, it may be appropriate to check the
meter before use by:
Use the normal start up sequence in the location where the meter will be used.
Switch on all localized electrical equipment capable of causing interference.
Check all readings are as expected. A level of disturbance is acceptable.
If not acceptable, adjust the meter’s position to minimize interference or
switch off, if possible, the offending equipment during your test.
At the time of writing this manual (Dec 2002) Kane International Ltd are not aware of
any field based situation where such interference has occurred and this advice is only
given to satisfy the requirements of the Directive.
This product has been tested for compliance with
the following generic standards:
EN 61000-6-3
EN 61000-6-1
and is certified to be compliant
Specification EC/EMC/KI/K200S details the
specific test configuration, performance and
conditions of use.
Please Note: Batteries used in this instrument should be disposed of in accordance
with current legislation and local guidelines.
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Appendix 1 - Main Parameters:
Here are the legends used and what they mean:
O2 : Oxygen reading in percentage (%)
O2R: Oxygen reference setting. '----' means switched off or set to 0%.
T Flue: Temperature measured by the flue gas probe in Centigrade or
Fahrenheit. It displays ‘- - -’ if the flue probe is disconnected.
T Nett : Nett temperature calculated by deducting the AMBIENT or INLET
temperature from the measured FLUE temperature. Displays in
either Fahrenheit (°F) or Centigrade (°C) or and will display ‘- - -’ if
the flue probe is not connected.
CO: Carbon Monoxide reading displayed in ppm (parts per million). ‘- -
-’ is displayed if there is a fault with the CO sensor or the
instrument has not set to zero correctly, switch off instrument and
try again.
C0m: Carbon Monoxide displayed in mg/m3.
COn: Carbon Monoxide in ppm normalised to the O2R value
COĦ: Carbon Monoxide in mg/m3 normalised to the O2R value.
COa Carbon Monoxide calculation as if there were 0% Oxygen present.
This is only displayed in ppm
CO2 : Carbon Dioxide calculation determined by fuel type. This is only
displayed when a combustion test is being carried out. ‘- - -’ is
displayed while in fresh air.
EFF : Combustion efficiency calculation displayed in percentage either as
Gross (G) or Nett (N) or Condensing Nett (C) - Use MENU to
change. The calculation is determined by fuel type and uses the
calculation in British Standard BS845. The efficiency is displayed
during a combustion test, ‘- - - -’ is displayed while in fresh air.
X - AIR : Excess air calculated from the measured oxygen and type of fuel
used.
Displays reading during a combustion test. ‘- - - -’ is displayed
while in fresh air.
Loss : Losses calculated from Oxygen and type of fuel. Displays reading
during a combustion test. ‘- - - -’ is displayed while in fresh air.
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BAT Displays the Battery power available in %
When the LO BAT symbol appears this indicates the batteries are at
less than 10% of charge and should be replaced, readings may be
affected if used with low power batteries. Warning: all stored
readings are lost when the batteries are removed or become
exhausted.
DATE : Date shown as day, month and year. The order can be changed using
the menu function. Date is recorded when each combustion test is
printed.
TIME : The time is shown in hours and minutes, expressed in “Military”
time or the 24hr clock. Time is recorded when each combustion test
is printed.
Note! When changing the batteries on the instrument the memory
will store the date and time for up to one minute, if outside this
time it may be necessary to re-enter the details.
Date and time may also need to be reset if re-chargeable batteries are
allowed to totally discharge.
SYMBOLS used on the display's top line
P Poison Index: measured CO divided by calculated CO2 multiplied by
100
R CO/CO2 Ratio: measured CO divided by calculated CO2
lamda Excess Air
AMB Either the internal temperature of the meter or the inlet temperature as
measured during the start up sequence
loss triangle Loss%: losses = 100 minus efficiency%
delta T Nett Temperature.
TF Flue Temperature
eff symbol Efficiency %
Ħ mg/m3 normalised
Thank you for reading this data sheet.
For pricing or for further information, please contact us at our UK Office, using the details
below.
UK Office
Keison Products,
P.O. Box 2124, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3UP, England.
Tel: +44 (0)330 088 0560
Fax: +44 (0)1245 808399
Email: sales@keison.co.uk
Please note - Product designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. The user is responsible for determining the
suitability of this product.
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