-Instructions for AP/W & AP (to serial # 8043) Holiday Detectors- |
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THIS TYPE HOLIDAY DETECTOR GENERATES HIGH VOLTAGES. THE OUTPUT VOLTAGES GENERATED, ARE WITHIN THE SAFE LIMITS OF FATAL "SHOCK HAZARD" ACCORDING TO THE U.S. GOVERNMENT STANDARDS. EXTREME CARE BY THE OPERATOR OF THESE HOLIDAY DETECTORS MUST BE EXERCISED TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK. ELECTRICAL SHOCK FROM THIS EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE SEVERE DISCOMFORT AND MAY CAUSE OPERATOR INJURY THROUGH FALLING OR OTHER MEANS. ACCIDENTS DO NOT JUST HAPPEN, THEY ARE CAUSED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1. HOLIDAY DETECTOR FUNCTION The Tinker & Rasor Models AP and AP/W
Holiday Detectors are portable, all purpose
2. UNPACKING & INSPECTION A. Upon opening the carrying case, notice
where the various components are located;
B. Inspection should be performed upon
receipt. If damage has occurred in shipment, file
C. If it is necessary to contact your supplier
or Tinker & Rasor concerning damaged or
3. CHECK-OUT INSTRUCTIONS A. Assure that Holiday Detector "ON/OFF" switch is in the "OFF" position. B. Using the Battery Tester, insert test
plug (on Battery Tester) into Holiday Detector "charge
FOR MODEL AP HOLIDAY DETECTOR (ONLY) A. Turn output voltage selection switch
(on Detector) to desired voltage. (Voltages are listed
B. Insert leather belt into slide loops
on back of Detector if belt mounted method is to be
C. Uncoil high voltage cable and plug the
long connector (3" collar) into one end of adapter
D. Assemble the desired electrode to the
wand assembly and apply to the pipe, tank, or
E. Turn "ON/OFF" switch to "ON" position.
(Note: When the switch is "ON", a buzzing should
FOR MODEL AP/W HOLIDAY DETECTOR (ONLY) A. Turn output voltage selection switch
(on Detector) to desired voltage. Voltages are listed
B. Insert leather belt into slide loops on back of Detector if belt mounted method is used. C. Uncoil ground wire and plug connector
end into Detector port marked "ground". (The
D. Attach wand to threaded, male end of
powerpak. Insert powerpak cable (male connector)
Note: Never
turn the AP/W on without plugging in the "HIGH VOLTAGE" cable or unplug
E. Assemble the desired electrode to the
wand assembly and apply to the pipe, tank, or other
F. Turn "ON/OFF" switch on "ON" position.
(Note: When the switch is "ON", a buzzing sound
G. The AP/W is now ready to operate.
4. OPERATING METHODS A. Grounding 1. A good ground
system will always give the best and most reliable inspection.
2. If individual
joints of pipe are to be inspected which are not electrically connected,
B. Inspection Speed Speed of the electrode
travel over the inspection surface should be
C. Operating Checks 1. Occasional
checks of the Detector can be made if no holidays are being found. Move
2. If the signal
does not sound when the spark jumps, the "ground return" resistance is
5. ABOUT YOUR HOLIDAY DETECTOR A. Sensitivity Switch The sensitivity
of the Holiday Detector may be adjusted by turning the 4-position switch;
B. Output Voltages Output voltages
are measured direct-connected, "open-circuit" using Tinker & Rasor
CAUTION: Before
disassembly of components, turn the "ON/OFF" switch to "OFF" position.
6. INSTRUMENT SERVICING A. Cleaning Keep instrument
clean and dry. Clean instrument case with soft cloth dampened with
B. Voltage Output Checks 1. Low output voltage:
a. Check position of voltage selector switch.
2. No Output Voltage:
a. Check battery condition using Battery Tester. (See later comments on
Battery).
C. False Signal Indication Check 1. Adjust 4-position
rotary signal sensitivity switch through porthole provided on back panel
a. Electrical "load" conditions vary greatly through pipe sizes, coating
thickness and
2. or the next position in
a. clockwise direction.
D. No signal with Spark Discharge 1. Check position
of signal sensitivity switch.
7. BATTERY CHARGING - CAUTION Place Holiday Detector "ON/OFF" Switch in "OFF" position while charging battery. A. Use only the Battery Charger provided (Part #031-005). B. Recharge battery in the instrument.
Ventilation holes in front and back of instrument case
C. Plug charger into polarized receptacle of instrument. Note: Battery cannot be tested or charged if instrument power switch is in the "ON" position. D. Plug A.C. power cord into any 120 volt 60 Hz outlet.. E. Charge battery for 14 hours. F. Charge battery at temperatures above 45 degrees for best results. G. If charger pilot light "out": (indicates Charger is not operating). 1. Check position
of power switch.
H. Disconnect charger from battery and
A.C. outlet when not in use.
8. BATTERY MAINTENANCE A. When instrument fails to operate in
normal manner, battery maybe fully discharged.
B. Store at normal room temperature when not in use. C. If battery has not been used for six
month or more, discharge completely and recharge for
Note: If Holiday Detector fails
to operate in normal manor, the first step is to test the battery condition.
9. SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS All instruments being returned for repair should be sent PREPAID to either address below: Include with shipment information the nature of the problem, purchase order, serial number and return delivery address. Immediate service is guaranteed!Tinker & Rasor |
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