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1. ANALYSER LAYOUT AND FEATURES

1.1 Handset Features

Remote lead socket (15 pin D type) Also used for downloading data

Rubber boot

to PC

4 line display

Battery

Compartment

(back)

Commonly used keys

ON/OFF UP

OFF

ENTER & SET/CAL

SET/CAL

ENTER

Accepts parameters Enters values

ON/OFF Key

UP key

DOWN key

ENTER/SETCAL keys

Pages up through screens Scrolls up through options, ie Fuel

DOWN

Pages down through screens Scrolls down through options

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1.2 Analyser Layout

Oxygen Sensor Filter Bridge

Connection lead

for Oxygen

sensor

or Sulphur Filter

Particle Filter

Battery enclosure

Printer unit

Handset (stored in pocket)

Dual pressure ports

Water trap connection

Water trap located on side of instrument

Accessory storage space (leads/water trap etc.)

Instrument case

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1.3 Standard Probe Configuration

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1.4 Analyser Connections

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2. SAFETY WARNING

This analyser extracts combustion gases that may be toxic in relatively low concentrations. These gases are exhausted from the bottom of the instrument. This instrument must only be used in well ventilated locations. It must only be used by trained and competent persons after due consideration of all the potential hazards.

3. FIRST TIME USE

Charge the battery for 12 hours, following this an overnight charge should be sufficient for an average 8 hour day.

Whilst charging the green LED will be illuminated, the LED will flash when the battery is fully charged.

Check that you have all the items you have ordered.

We offer a wide choice of probes which are not supplied as standard and must be ordered as a separate item.

Take time to read this manual fully.

TIP: Take a look at the Spare Parts list and order some replacement filters

and paper rolls now.

When using the analyser for the first time you have the following under your control :-

PARAMETER SECTION

Display Contrast 5.4

Backlight 5.4

Language 6.4

Line Rejection for mains frequency 6.4

Gas Measurement Scale 6.4

Temperature scale 6.4

Pressure scale 6.4

Reference oxygen 6.4

Time and date 6.1

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Printed header name and telephone number 7.1

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4. NORMAL START UP SEQUENCE

4.1 Every Time You Use The Analyser

BEFORE SWITCH-ON CHECK THAT:

the Oxygen sensor is connected

the particle filter is not dirty

the sulphur filter is fitted for heavy oil or coal

the water trap and probe line are empty of water

all hose connections, etc, are properly made

the paper roll is fitted

the probe is sampling ambient FRESH air

the water trap is vertical

the flue temperature is connected

the instrument is placed on a clean, flat, level surface

Switch ON the instrument by pressing

4.2 Automatic Calibration

During this sequence the analyser pumps fresh air into the sensors to allow toxic sensors to be set to zero and the Oxygen sensor to be set to 20.9 %.

After switch-on the analyser will briefly display the Kane logo and telephone numbers:-

777 KANE-MAY 777

TEL +44 (0) 1707 375550

FAX +44 (0) 1707 393277

Followed by the logger menu screen :-

9 9 SELECT FUNCTION 9 9

. . LOGGER CONTROL

2 . . QUINTOX CONTROL

Use the and keys to position the cursor over 2 . .Quintox Control.

Press to access Quintox Control

ENTER

9 9 SELECT FUNCTION 9 9

1 . . LOGGER CONTROL

. . QUINTOX CONTROL

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And show the countdown screen :-

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --

9 CALIBRATING 9 9

300

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --

The display will countdown from 300 to zero in one second steps. If the analyser has been used recently it may complete automatic calibration in less than 300 seconds otherwise it will count to zero.

Once the calibration sequence is complete an audible beep will be heard and will show the selected fuel on the following display:-

Press

This zeros the toxic sensor and sets Oxygen to 20.9%. The next screen is the MAIN

DISPLAY of the analyser:-

ENTER

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -NATURAL GAS PRESS ENTER KEY

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --

DATE . . . 07-08-96 TIME . . . 12:31:35 INSTABILITY 0 BATTERY % . . 54

MAIN DISPLAY

NOTE : It is advisable to repeat Oxygen Calibration every 2 hours for maximum

accuracy.

Use and to change the display.

NETT C . . . . 0.0

O2 % . . . 20.9 CO ppm . . . 0000 EFF (G) % . . . 0.0

All parameters are detailed in Appendix A - MAIN DISPLAY PARAMETERS.

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4.3 Main Displays

The main display can be changed to show the following :-

• Page Mode displays 4 lines of data in set format, each page is predefined.

• Line scroll mode allows you to customise the display with the data you require.

To change between the different modes :-

Press followed by

SET/CAL

PAGE MODE

SET

The and keys change between Page and Line Scroll Modes

Press to select

ENTER

4.3.1 Page Mode

LINE SCROLL MODE

SET

Use the and keys to change the information displayed on the screen. The following are a number of the pages available. Other parameters on other screens are detailed in Appendix A.

NETT C . . . 0.0 O2 % . . . 20.9 CO ppm . . 0000 EFF (G) % . . . 0.0

CO2 % . . . 0.0 FLUE C . . . 0.0 INLT NOT FITTED AMBIENT C . . . 21

CO/CO2 R . . 0.0001 P INDEX % . . . 0.01 XAIR % . . . 0.0 Prs mbar 0.00

This screen only shows readings if optional sensors are fitted. In this instance the SO2 sensor is NOT FITTED.

NO ppm . . 0000 NO2 ppm . . 0000 NOx ppm . . 0000 SO2 NOT FITTED

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4.3.2 Line Scroll Mode

Line scroll mode allows you to customise the display.

Use the key to change the bottom line of the display. Once the correct line is displayed press to confirm and move the line up. Select the next parameter and repeat until all lines display the desired parameters.

Change bottom line using

NETT C . . . 0.0 O2 % . . . 20.9 CO ppm . . 0000 CO2 % . . . 0.0

to select and move parameter up

O2 % . . . 20.9 CO ppm . . 0000 CO2 % . . . 0.0 CO2 % . . . 0.0

Select next parameter. Repeat above until display reads desired data

O2 % . . . 20.9 CO ppm . . 0000 CO2 % . . . 0.0 CO/CO2 R . . 0.0001

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4.4 Sampling the Flue Gas

Once the automatic calibration procedure has been completed and the specific fuel has been selected the probe can be inserted into the desired sampling point.

It is recommended that the sampling point be located at least two flue diameters downstream of any bend and that the probe tip is in the centre of the flue (this is normally the point of the hottest temperature). With balanced flues and other domestic units the probe should be positioned far enough into the flue so that no air can ‘back flush’ into the probe.

The probe depth stop cone provided with the instrument allows the probe to be used in holes whose diameters range from 8 mm to 21 mm (5/16 to 4/5 inch).

The standard probe is rated at 650°C/1202°F. Temperatures of up to 1100°C/2012°F can be accommodated using an optional high temperature probe.

TIP: To conserve battery power, switch off the pump when you are not taking a

measurement. Use the key to turn the pump ON and OFF.

PUMP

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4.5 Taking a Pressure Reading

With the optional pressure module fitted a flue draught measurement can be made at any time.

Connect the standard probe to the appropriate pressure sensor inlet and place the probe in the flue.

The pressure reading will be displayed :-

CO/CO2 R . . 0.0001 P INDEX % . . . 0.01 XAIR % . . . 0.0 Prs mbar 0.00

NOTE: Care must be taken to connect the probe to the correct port as the pressure

will be displayed in reverse i.e. a positive pressure rather than negative draught.

To perform a combustion test and display draught pressure at the same time a special probe is required. Contact Kane International or Authorised Distributor for details.

Two pressure ports are provided on the instrument for use with a Pitot tube. Contact Kane International Ltd. for details of this probe and its availability.

4.6 Regular Checks During Sampling

Care must be taken at all times not to exceed the analyser’s operating specification. In particular ensure the following :-

• Do not exceed the maximum temperature of the flue probe.

• The analyser’s internal temperature does not exceed normal operating range,

typically 0-40°C.

• DO NOT PLACE THE ANALYSER ON A HOT SURFACE.

• The water trap is vertical at all times. Water condenses in the probe line and can

quickly fill the water trap when the probe is moved. Take care and watch the water trap closely.

• The in-line particle filter is clean and does not become blocked.

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4.7 Normal Shutdown Sequence

DO THIS EVERY TIME YOU USE THE ANALYSER.

Remove the probe from the flue - TAKE CARE ! THE PROBE WILL BE HOT - and allow it to cool naturally. Do not immerse the probe in water as this will be drawn into the analyser and damage the pump and sensors.

Once the probe is removed from the flue, the oxygen reading 20.9% and the CO reading is zero press and the analyser will switch off.

OFF

Check the water trap and probe tubes for water before packing away.

4.8 Electromagnetic Compatibility

The European Council Directive 89/336/EEC requires that electronic equipment does not generate electromagnetic disturbances that exceed defined levels and has an adequate level of immunity to enable it to be operated as intended. The specific standards applicable to this product are detailed in the appendices.

Since there are many electrical products in use that pre-date this Directive and may emit electromagnetic radiation in excess of the standards defined in the Directive there may be occasions where it would be appropriate to check the analyser prior to use. The following procedure should be adopted:

Go through the normal start up sequence in the location where the equipment is to be used.

Switch on all localised electrical equipment that might be capable of causing interference.

Check that all readings are as expected. (A level of disturbance in the readings is acceptable). If not adjust the position of the instrument to minimise interference or switch off, if possible, the offending equipment for the duration of the test.

N.B. Maximum cable lengths must be less than 3 metres.

At the time of writing this manual (January 1997) Kane International Ltd is not aware of any field based situation where such interference has ever occurred and this advice is only given to satisfy the requirements of the Directive.

4.9 HC104 Module

With this module fitted and working the CO2 value is always the measured value not the calculated value. The handset display and print out indicate that the CO2 value is a measured value by showing CO2m. If the module is not fitted, the KM9106 automatically defaults to calculated CO2. If during start up calibration a fault is detected in the CO2 module, the instrument will default to calculated. If the instrument displays CO2m FAULT during operation, by switching OFF and then ON, the instrument will default to calculated CO2.

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5. USING THE KEYPAD

5.1 Basic Operation

Basic operation of the keypad to change the display in PAGE and LINE SCROLL mode is detailed section 4.3. These modes give you the facility to perform the following :-

• Page Mode displays 4 lines of data in set format, each page is predefined.

• Line scroll mode allows you to customise the display with the data you require.

5.2 QUICK key operation

To allow parameters to be viewed quickly Quintox has a number of QUICK keys. Many of these keys have two functions.

To select an LOWER PARAMETER parameter simply press the key i.e.

to display CO2 and three other

values

To select a UPPER PARAMETER parameter press the UPPER FUNCTION key

Followed by the UPPER PARAMETER you require parameter key i.e.

NO2

to display NO2 and three other values

CO2 % . . . 20.9 CO ppm . . . 0000

NETT C . . . . 0.0

XAIR O2 > 20%

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -UPPER FUNCTION

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --

NO2 ppm . . . . . 0

NO ppm . . . . . 0

NETT C . . . . 0.0

CO ppm . . . . . 0

Other QUICK keys are detailed below :-

LOWER PARAMETER KEYS

NETT to display Nett temperature plus O FLUE to display Flue temperature plus Ambient, O2 and Prs. INLET to display Inlet temperature plus Ambient, O2 and Flue O

to display Oxygen reading plus CO, CO2 and Nett

CO2 to display Carbon Dioxide calculation or reading CO, Nett and XAIR CO to display Carbon Monoxide plus Nett, O2 and CO2 AUX to display AUX1 and CxHy readings plus Nett and CO FUEL to display chosen fuel and its parameters EFF to display Gross efficiency plus O2 and CO

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, CO and Eff.

UPPER PARAMETER KEYS

ALWAYS Press UPPER FUNCTION first then

SCALE to display Scaling setup parameters AMBIENT to display ambient temperature plus sensor, Flue and Inlet SO2 to display Sulphur Dioxide reading plus Nett, O2 and CO NO2 to display Nitrogen Dioxide reading plus NO, Nett and CO NO to display Nitric Oxide reading plus NOx, Nett and CO NO

PRESSURE to display the pressure reading plus Flue, Nett and O2 LOSSES to display all four losses

λ to display Excess Air plus CO, Eff and CO2.

All measured and calculated values are detailed in Appendix A - Main Display Parameters.

to display the Oxides of Nitrogen reading plus NO, CO and Nett

5.3 DISPLAY HOLD

The display hold function allows you to freeze values on the instrument allowing them to be viewed or printed. No measurements are taken once this function has been activated. This feature gives the following benefits :-

• Data can be viewed at a particular point in the boiler tuning process.

• Multiple printouts may be obtained of the same data.

• Scales can be changed between printouts giving different units. i.e. ppm and mg/m3

TO TOGGLE DISPLAY HOLD

Press UPPER FUNCTION followed by

# Indicates the display is held.

# NETT C . . . 0.0 # # O2 % . . . 20.9 # # CO ppm . . 0000 # # EFF (G) % . . . 0.0 #

In this function only the battery level will be updated and all other parameters are frozen. This does not apply when AUTOPRINT is ON, the time and date are also updated in this mode.

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5.4 DISPLAY BACKLIGHT AND CONTRAST

The display contrast can be adjusted to suit different lighting conditions and the backlight can be switched on or off.

TO TOGGLE THE BACKLIGHT ON /OFF

Press UPPER FUNCTION followed by

CONTRAST

TO SET THE CONTRAST

Press the followed by

UPPER FUNCTION key

SET/CAL

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -UPPER FUNCTION

SET

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --

Pressing the key displays

CONTRAST

SET

CONTRAST

Hold down either the or key and release once the desired level is set.

Press to confirm setting.

ENTER

NOTE: The screen may flip from all dark to blank very quickly. Do not panic this

is normal - keep pressing the same key until the desired level is displayed.

TIP: If for any reason the display is not visible at switch on, simply

disconnect the handset for a few seconds and re-connect. Then reset the display contrast as detailed above.

5.5 PUMP

The Pump can be toggled on or off from the handset.

TO TOGGLE THE PUMP ON /OFF

Press

PUMP

TIP: When the pump is switched off the O

reading will go down as the

oxygen sensor consumes the oxygen in its housing!

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6. USER SELECTABLE SETTING

The following features are under your control at any time and can be changed as detailed later in this section.

Time and date

Fuel type

Efficiency

Language

Line Rejection

Gas Scale

ppm(n) or mg/m

Compensation

Temperature scale

Pressure scale

Reference oxygen

NOx Calculation

temperature

Inlet

Oxygen calibration

Toxic sensor zero

Day/ Month order is selectable and the real time clock and calendar are fully adjustable

Standard pre-programmed fuels can be selected or users can define their own fuel characteristics

Efficiency readings can be selected to be based on Gross or Nett values.

The analyser is programmed with ten languages.

For optimum mains electricity noise rejection a software

filter set for either 50 Hz or 60 Hz. Select 50 Hz in Europe and 60 Hz in the USA. Check your country's power frequency.

(n)

Normalised or un-normalised ppm or mg/m3 scalings can be selected. Normalised is also known as referenced readings to Oxygen. See Reference Oxygen below.

Some sensors are cross sensitive to other gases. Where appropriate sensors are fitted so this cross sensitivity can be compensated for, improving accuracy. During re-calibration this compensation must be disabled

The analyser is programmed for both Celsius and Fahrenheit

The analyser is programmed for inWG, mBar, cmWG and

kPa.

Toxic gas measurements can be referenced to defined oxygen levels.

Determines the level for calculating NOx. Depends on the sensors fitted and local authority preferences.

The flue temperature probe can be used to measure and programme the air inlet temperature to the boiler

If the analyser is being used for multiple checks over the working day it is advisable to re-set the oxygen sensor at regular intervals. This function allows re-set without the need to repeat the start-up routine

The CO and other optional toxic sensors can be reset to zero if

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they drift. This may happen if the sensor is taken to very high

concentrations for long periods of time or over-ranged.

6.1 Time and Date (Setting numbers)

This section gives details on setting the time and date and also the general principle of setting a number from 0-9 used in other functions.

TO SET THE TIME AND DATE

Press the followed by

UPPER FUNCTION key

SET/CAL

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -UPPER FUNCTION

SET

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --

Pressing the key displays

TIME

DAY - MONTH - YEAR

SELECT ORDER

Parameter

DATE FORMAT:

Controls Options

Select using or key and

ENTE

DAY-MONTH-

YEAR

MONTH-DAY-

YEAR

To Set The Date:

DATE 26-01-97

SET

Each number in the date is to be set. The cursor _ under the two in the DAY above indicates this number can be changed. Set each number in the date until correct using the method below, this is also the method for SETTING NUMBERS.

Parameter

DATE: Select each number using or

Controls Options

0 - 9

key and

ENTE

The cursor _ moves to each number in turn until the last number is set.

DATE 26-01-97

SET

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To Set The Time:

TIME 16-01-12

SET

As with the date each number in the time is to be set.

Parameter Controls Options

TIME: Select each number using or key

and

ENTER

0 - 9

Once the last number has been set the screen will show the main display last shown before entering the set time routine.

6.2 Changing a fuel

This section gives details on changing a standard fuel and entering a user fuel.

TO SET THE FUEL

Press the

SET/CAL

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --

SET

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --

Pressing the key displays

FUEL

STANDARD OR USER?

STANDARD FUEL

Parameter

FUEL STANDARD

Controls Options

Select using or key and

ENTER

STANDARD

FUEL

USER FUEL

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To Set A Standard Fuel:

There are over 70 standard fuels programmed into Quintox. The fuels are arranged into tables for each country and the table should be selected for the origin of the fuel used in your boiler. Each table contains different fuel types, choose the fuel that is closest to the fuel used in your boiler.

SELECT FUEL TABLE

ENGLISH

Parameter

Controls Options

FUEL TABLE:

Select table for your country using or key and

ENTER

ENGLISH

FRANCAIS

DEUTSCH

NEDERLANDS

ITALIANO

CASTELLANO

SVENSKA

SUOMI

OESTERREICH

ZEALAND

SELECT FUEL TYPE

NATURAL GAS

Parameter

FUEL TYPE:

The table shown above is for the UK. Fuel lists vary depending on the country.

Controls Options for

English Fuel Table

Select fuel type using or key and

ENTER

NATURAL GAS

NATURAL GAS 2

TOWN GAS

LIGHT OIL

HEAVY OIL

COAL

ANTHRACITE

COKE

PROPANE

BUTANE

GASCOR

NEW

LPG

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To Set A User Fuel:

If one of the standard fuels does not approximate to the one you are using in your boiler then it is possible to set the Quintox up for a USER FUEL. The information required to be able to set this are the Chemical Breakdown of the fuel and the Gross and Nett calorific value. Details of the calculation are shown in the Appendix.

Parameter

K1g 0.350 K2 11.89 K4 32

Controls Options

SET

K1n 0.393 K3 9.83 O2r 3.0

USER FUEL:

Set each number as date using or key and

ENTER

0 - 9

TIP: If you enter this routine in error, ENTER past all of the numbers to

exit.

Check fuel set by pressing

FUEL

NATURAL GAS K1g 0.350 K2 11.89 K4 32

K1n 0.393 K3 9.83 O2r 3.0

6.3 Gross or Net Efficiency

The Quintox can calculate efficiency in of one of two ways.

Efficiency = 100% - Losses. See the Appendix for the Efficiency calculation.

• Gross efficiency uses the gross calorific value of the fuel and deems that the

latent heat of vapourisation is lost up the flue of the boiler and is taken as a loss. Gross is used in the UK and USA.

• Net Efficiency uses the net calorific value and assumes the latent heat is not lost

up the flue. For Natural gas this efficiency can be 11% higher than the Gross figure. Net is used in France and Germany.

NOTE: Latent heat is the heat required to turn water at 100°C into steam at

100°C, i.e. a change of state from liquid to vapour without rise in temperature has taken place.

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