Robinair 16600 User Manual [en, de, es, fr, it]

16600

Operating Manual — English

Refrigerant Leak Detector ..........................1

Manual de Operación — Spanish

Detector de Fugas de Refrigerante ............7

Manuel d’utilisation — French

Détecteur de fuites de frigorigène ..............13

Bedienungsanleitung — German

Kältemittel-Lecksuchegerät ........................19

Manuale dell’operatore — Italian

Sensore di perdite di refrigerante ...............25

Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................................ 1

Controls and Indicators............................................................... 2

Features....................................................................................... 3

Operation .................................................................................... 4

Maintenance ............................................................................... 5

Replacement Parts ...................................................................... 6

Specifications ............................................................................. 6

Introduction

The 16600 is an electronic leak detector used to detect refrigerant leaks in air
conditioning and refrigeration systems. It features a sensitivity selection switch
which allows it to be used with CFCs and HCFCs at one setting and HFCs at
the other. The unit is able to detect leaks smaller than 1/2 ounce per year.

Other features include audible and visual leak indicators, a volume control, a
threshold balancing control and a 16" gooseneck probe, which holds its
position for one-handed operations. When the unit is not being used, the probe
wraps into a retaining clip on the back of the case.

(2N08) Refrigerant Leak Detection Equipment Design Certified
by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.® to meet SAE J-1627 (1993)
for R-12 and R-134a refrigerants.

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Description

Controls and Indicators

ON/OFF and BALANCE—The same control turns on the unit and gives you
infinite control for eliminating background contamination to find leaks fast.

VOLUME—Allows you to adjust the audible leak signal to the appropriate
volume for the working conditions.

SENSITIVITY LEVEL—The 16600 can be used for a wide range of
refrigerants, but because of different properties of the refrigerant, the correct
sensitivity level should be selected. Here are guidelines:

• Level 1—HFCs such as R-134a, HP 62, AC 9000, AZ 20, and AZ 50
(refrigerant blends made up primarily of HFCs)

• Level 2—CFCs and HCFCs such as R-12, R-22, R-500, and R-502
(refrigerant blends made up primarily of CFCs and HCFCs).

If you are not sure which refrigerant is in the system, start with Level 2 and
change to Level 1 if you have trouble pinpointing the leak after balancing the
leak detector several times.

VISUAL LEAK INDICATOR—The LEDs light up to show increasing levels
of concentration. One LED means a minimal amount of refrigerant is reaching
the sensor; when all LEDs are lit, there is a sizeable leak or concentration. The
LEDs illuminate in sequence from bottom to top.

LOW BATTERY INDICATOR—If only the top LED is lighted, the batteries
are low and should be replaced.

AUDIBLE LEAK INDICATOR—The normal operating sound is a steady
ticking. As you move the probe closer to a leak, the tone will change to a faster
ticking sound and then to an alarm sound (the loudness of this indicator can be
adjusted using the volume control).

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Features

WARNING

Wear safety goggles when working with refrigerants.
Contact with refrigerants can cause eye injury.

Audible and Visual Leak
Indicators—An alarm increases

in frequency as the tip nears a
high concentration of refrigerant.
LEDs light up to indicate a leak
and refrigerant concentration.

Sensing Selection Switch—
Slide the switch to Level 1 or
Level 2, depending on the
type of refrigerant in the
system.

Volume Control—Adjust
the audible signal to the
volume that’s right for the
background noise in the
shop or at the job site.

Battery Door—Located
on the back side of the
handle, the door is easy
to remove to change
batteries.

One-Hand Operation—
The 16" gooseneck probe
holds its position, so you
can operate the detector
with one hand.

Threshold Balancing
Control—Gives you infinite

control for eliminating
background contamination,
so you can zero in on the
leak site.

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Operation

The first time you use the 16600 leak detector, install the batteries before
turning on the unit. Four “AA” alkaline batteries are included (see
“Maintenance Instructions”).

1. Remove the gooseneck probe from the retaining clip on the back of the leak

detector case.

2. Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON.

3. Select the sensitivity level by sliding the switch to either the “1” setting or

the “2” setting.

4. Adjust the balance. Turn the BALANCE control up to a loud alarm sound,

then turn it down until you hear a slow, steady ticking.

5. Begin searching for the leak. The recommended scan rate is two (2) inches

per second with the sensing tip as close as possible to the area being
searched. Run the probe under tubing and check carefully around bends,
fittings, and other typical leak points.

TIP: Refrigerant is heavier than air, so check for leaks at the top of the system
first, working your way toward the bottom. In strong wind conditions, you may
need to shield the area before searching for leaks.

6. To pinpoint a leak, you may need to adjust the balance. When you are near a

concentration of refrigerant, the alarm tone will sound. Keep the probe in
the same position and turn the balance control down until you hear the
ticking sound. Then continue searching for the leak. You may need to
balance the unit several times if there is a large leak and refrigerant has
accumulated.

7. If you find more than one leak, or if you suspect more than one, repair the

larger leak(s) first so pinpointing the smaller leak is easier.

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Maintenance

Maintenance

Cleaning/Replacing the Sensing
Tip

The sensing tip is the most critical component of the leak detector.
Periodically it may become clogged with dirt, grease, and oil. If the tip looks
dirty, and you have difficulty pinpointing a leak or experience constant false
alarms, the tip probably needs to be cleaned or replaced.

To Clean the Tip:

1. Turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF.

2. Unscrew the tip from the gooseneck probe.

3. The tip can be cleaned in most vaporizable solvents, such as denatured

alcohol. We recommend using a solvent, but if this is not possible, wash
the tip in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly with clear water and allow
to air dry completely before reinstalling the tip on the probe.

IMPORTANT! Allow adequate time for the tip to air-dry before using
the leak detector. Moisture in the tip can trigger false alarms.

Be sure your hands are clean and dry. Be careful not to contaminate
the tip with perspiration, grease, hand cleaners, etc.

To Change the Tip:

An extra tip comes with the unit. You can also buy replacement tips. One extra
tip stores in a special slot inside the battery compartment. Follow the
instructions in “INSTALLING/REPLACING BATTERIES” to open the battery
compartment.

1. Turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF.

2. Unscrew the tip from the gooseneck probe.

3. Thread the new tip onto the probe until it’s finger-tight. Do not overtighten.

4. When the leak detector is not in use, wrap the gooseneck probe into the

retaining clip to protect it.

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Maintenance

Installing/Replacing Batteries

Your unit uses four (4) “AA” alkaline batteries. The batteries should be replaced
if the top LED (beside the words LOW BATTERY) lights up when the unit is
first turned on. The battery compartment is located on the back of the case.

1. Turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF.

2. Remove the screw holding the battery compartment door. If you are

replacing batteries, remove the old batteries.

3. Place the new batteries in the battery compartment, following polarity

indication.

4. Replace the battery compartment door, and secure the door with the screw.

Replacement Parts

16503 Replacement Sensing Tip
16604 Battery Compartment Door

Specifications

Power Supply .............................................................. 4 “AA” alkaline batteries

Sensitivity ..................................................................... Less than

Battery Life................................................................... Approximately 25 hours

Dimensions ........................................................................8

............................................................................... (21.59 cm x 8.26 cm x 5 cm)

Probe Length ...................................................................... 16 inches (40.6 CM)

Weight................................................................. 1.14 lbs. (.52 kg) with batteries

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/2 oz. per year

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/2"L x 31/4"W x 2"D

Contenido

Introducción................................................................................ 7

Controles e Indicadores .............................................................. 8

Características............................................................................. 9

Operación ................................................................................. 10

Mantenimiento ...........................................................................11

Partes de Repuesto.................................................................... 12

Especificaciones ....................................................................... 12

Introducción

El 16600 es un detector electrónico de fugas usado para detectar fugas de
refrigerante en sistemas de aire acondicionado y refrigeración. Tiene un
conmutador para seleccionar la sensibilidad lo que permite que en el un ajuste
sea usado con CFCs (CloroFúorCarbonados)y HCFCs y en el otro con HFCs.
La unidad es capaz de detectar fugas menores a 1/2 onza por año.

Otras características incluyen indicadores de fugas sonoros y visuales, control
de volumen, control del balance de umbral, y una sonda exploradora cuello de
ganso de 16" al mantenerse en posición permite manipular la unidad con una
mano. Cuando no se usa la unidad, la sonda exploradora se la dobla y se la
asegura en la presilla de sujeción atrás en la caja.

UL (2N08) Diseño del Equipo Detector de Fugas de Refrigerante
Certificado por Laboratorios Underwriters, Inc. para que cumplan
con la norma SAE J-1627 (1993) para refrigerantes R-12 y R134a.

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Descripcióne

Controles e Indicadores

ENCENDER/APAGAR y BALANCE—El mismo control enciende la unidad
y le da un control total para eliminar la contaminación de fondo y encontrar
rápidamente las fugas.

VOLUMEN—Le permite regular la señal sonora de la fuga al volumen
apropiado a las condiciones de trabajo.

NIVEL DE SENSIBILIDAD—El 16600 puede ser usado para una amplia
gama de refrigerantes, pero debido a las diferentes propiedades de los
refrigerantes, se deberá seleccionar el nivel correcto de sensibilidad. Aquí
algunas guías:

• Nivel 1—HFCs tales como R-134a, HP62, AC9000, AZ20, y AZ50

(Mezclas de refrigerante hechas principalmente con HFCs).

• Nivel 2—CFCs y HCFCs tales como R-12, R-22, R-500 y R-502 (mezclas

de refrigerantes hechas principalmente con CFCs y HCFCs).

Si Ud. no está seguro cual refrigerante está en el sistema, empiece con el nivel
2 y si luego de balancear varias veces el detector de fugas tiene problemas en
localizar con exactitud la fuga, cambie al Nivel 1.

INDICADOR VISUAL DE FUGAS—Los LEDs se iluminan para mostrar
niveles crecientes de concentración. Un LED iluminado significa que el sensor
detectó una cantidad mínima de refrigerante; cuando todos los LEDs están
iluminados hay una fuga o concentración considerable. Los LEDs se iluminan
en secuencia, desde abajo hacia arriba.

INDICADOR DE BATERÍA AGOTADA—Si solamente está iluminado el
LED superior, las baterías están agotadas y deberían ser cambiadas.

INDICADOR SONORO DE FUGAS—Un tictac uniforme es el sonido
normal de trabajo. A medida que la sonda exploradora se mueve más cerca de
una fuga, el tono cambia a un sonido tictac más rápido y luego a un sonido de
alarma (la intensidad sonora de este indicador puede ser regulada usando el
control de volumen).

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Características

¡ADVERTENCIA!

Use siempre gafas de seguridad cuando trabaje con
refrigerantes. El contacto con refrigerante puede
ocasionar lesión al ojo.

Indicadores de Fugas
Sonoros y Visuales—Una

alarma aumenta en
frecuencia a medida que la
punta se acerca a zonas de
mayor concentración de
refrigerante. Los LEDs se
iluminan para indicar la fuga y
la concentración de
refrigerante.

Selector de la Sensibilidad—

Deslice(mueva) el selector al
Nivel 1 o Nivel 2 dependiendo
del tipo de refrigerante del
Sistema.

Control del Volumen—

Regula la señal sonora hasta
el nivel de volumen correcto
según el ruido de fondo del
taller o del sitio de trabajo.

Compuerta de las baterías—

Ubicada en la parte posterior
de la agarradera, esta
compuerta facilita el retiro de
las baterías para su cambio.

Operación con una Mano—

La sonda exploradora de 16"
tipo cuello de ganso mantiene
su posición de modo que Ud.
pueda hacer funcionar al
detector sólo con una mano.

Control del Balance de
Umbral—Le da a Ud. un

control total para eliminar la
contaminación de fondo de
modo que Ud. pueda en el
de trabajo ponerlo en cero.

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