3-038R-R-V0 English

SF6 Multi-Analyser
Operating Manual (original version)

Type no.: 3-038R-R…
Version: V0
3-038R-R… | SF6 Multi-Analyser
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1. General information 4
 1.1 Specific safety notes and standard symbols 4
 1.2 Correct use of the device 5
 1.3 Obligation to exercise due care 5
 1.4 Transport and disposal 7
2. SF6 Multi-Analyser - Overview 8

 2.1 Technical data 10
 2.2 Standard accessories 13
 2.3 Accessories 13
3. Functional description 14
4. Operation 16
 4.1 Description of the device 17
 4.2 Operation 18
 4.2.1 Switching on the SF6 Multi-Analyser 18
 4.2.2 Settings 20
 4.2.3 Measurement 33
 4.2.4 Manual pumping back 36
 4.2.5 Handling the measuring gas and automatic function 36
 4.2.6 Continuous operation 38
 4.2.7 Data saving 40
 4.2.8 Transmission of measuring data 41
 4.2.9 Switching off the SF6 Multi-Analyser 42
 4.3 Special functions 42
 4.4 Charging the battery 44
5. Fault correction 45
6. Maintenance, purification and calibration 49

 6.1 Maintenance 49
 6.2 Exchange of the sensor modules 50
 6.2.1 Exchange of the percentage module 51
 6.2.2 Exchange of the moisture sensor 52
 6.2.3 Exchange of the SO2/decomposition products measuring module 54
 6.2.4 Exchange of the dry filter 56
 6.3 Purification 57
 6.4 Calibration 57
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Please read this operating instruction before putting the device into operation. Thus, operating faults can be avoided.
In case of nonobservance of the operating instructions the manufacturer cannot assume any liability or warranty.
The copyright of this documentation remains with DILO Armaturen und Anlagen GmbH, D-87727 Babenhausen. Any
use not permitted by the author (multiplication, leaving to third persons etc.) is subject to penalty and indemnification.
DILO Armaturen und Anlagen GmbH

Frundsbergstrasse 36
D-87727 Babenhausen
Phone: +49 (0) 83 33 – 302-0
Fax: +49 (0) 83 33 – 302-52
E-Mail: info@dilo-gmbh.com

1.1 Specific safety notes and standard symbols
In the following operating manual specific safety warnings are given in order to draw your attention to
residual risks which cannot be avoided during the operation of the device.
These residual risks contain dangers for

 People
 Product and machine
 The environment
The symbols used in the operating manual should draw your attention specially to the
safety notes:
This symbol refers to risks for people (danger to life, danger of injury)
Danger
This symbol refers to risks from hot surfaces.
This symbol refers to risks for machines, material and the environment.
Warning
This symbol refers to electric shock
The most important aim of the safety notes is to prevent personal injuries.
 If the warning sign „Danger“, appears, danger from machines, materials and the environment are
not excluded.
 If the warning sign „Warning“, appears, there is no danger for persons.
The corresponding symbol which is used cannot replace the text of the safety note.
Therefore the complete text must always be read.
This symbol is not for safety notes, but for information to understand the
device better.

1.2. Correct use of the device
We recommend that all persons who are involved in the operation and repair of DILO devices are properly
and specially trained.
Do not use the device to exhaust or compress liquids or other gases.
Use of the device for any other purpose may not be safe.
Attention! Danger for material assets!

Use of the device for any other purpose may not be safe and is prohibited and is considered
as “non-conform”.
Warning
The manufacturer will not accept any liability in case of injury and damage caused by use of the device
for applications for which it was not intended. The operator alone shall be responsible for any damage
arising from improper use.
For correct use, the operating conditions as well as indications and instructions of this operating manual
must be observed.
The use of components not contained in the scope of supply must be approved by DILO beforehand.
1.3 Obligation to exercise due care
The device has been designed and constructed bearing in mind the standards to be observed as well as
additional technical specifications.
All data and reference within this manual are compiled under the valid regulations, the state- of-the-art as
well as DILO experiences of several years. The manual has to be stored together with and close to the
device at any time and accessible to all persons, who work with it. This manual must be read carefully
before starting to work with the equipment!
Warranty or guarantee is provided in accordance with the general terms and conditions of DILO (www.dilo-
gmbh.com). The text and graphics do not correspond necessarily to the scope of supply. The figures and/or
diagrams do not correspond to the 1:1 yardstick.
The actual scope of supply might deviate from special (customised) equipment, the recourse of additional
order options or due to latest technical changes concerning the data and references described herein as
well as the graphic representations.
DILO reserves the right to realise technical changes of the product due to improvements without explicitly
mentioning them. For further questions please contact the DILO-hotline.

The operator has to ensure that
 the device is only used for the purposes for which it is intended (see 1.2).
 the device is only operated in accordance with the instructions and in good condition.
 complete and legible operating manuals are available on site of the device .
 only qualified personnel operates or repairs the device.
 this personnel is regularly instructed in safety procedures and environmental protection and that
this personnel is fully aware of the complete operating manuals and particularly in the safety notes.
 the safety and warning notes mounted on the device are legible and not removed.
The parts inside the device are under dangerous supply voltage in case of connected
power supply cable. Prior to opening the housing, switch off and unplug the device.
Danger

1.4 Transport and disposal
Transport
Check the supply immediately after delivery concerning its completeness and transport damages.
If outwardly recognizable transport damage is detected, do not receive the goods, or only under
reservation. State the extent of the damage on the provided delivery note and/or the transport
documents of the forwarding agent. File a complaint.
Lodge a complaint of covered defect immediately after recognizing, as claims due to transport damages
can only be made valid within the complaint periods (usually 7 days).
The equipment has to be moved only in the provided carrying case. Thus, transport damages can be
avoided.

ADR regulations
SF6 (Sulphur hexafluoride) filled service carts are exempt from the ADR transport regulations if the
pressure of the gas in the vessel or tank is not exceeding 200 kPa (2 bar) at a temperature of 20°C
and the gas is neither liquid nor refrigerated liquefied gas.
This includes each kind of vessel or tank as well as machinery parts (see ADR 1.1.3.2 c exemptions
with regard to the transport of gases).
For carriage of the device by air and sea the integrated pressure vessels must be emptied to
atmospheric pressure in accordance with EC directive 859/2008. Contaminated SF6 must not
remain in the pressure vessels.
Otherwise, please observe your country-specific transport regulations or guidelines.
Installation
Only operate the device indoors or in dry places outdoors.

Operation in humid places may cause corrosion of couplings and valves.
The ambient temperature during operation of the device should be in the range of
0°C to +45 °C.
Warning
Disposal
The device must be returned to the manufacturer or a company commissioned and authorised by the
manufacturer for proper disposal!
The equipment contains the greenhouse gas SF6 as stipulated in the Kyoto
Protocol, with a global warming potential (GWP) of 22800. SF6 needs to be
recovered and must not be released into the atmosphere.
When using and handling SF6 please observe IEC 62271-4 (High-voltage
switchgear and controlgear – Part 4: Handling procedures for sulphur
Danger hexafluoride (SF6) and its mixtures).

2. SF6 Multi-Analyser - Overview
Depending on the version the battery-operated SF6 Multi-Analyser is equipped with the following main
components:
 a measuring module with a SF6 volume percentage sensor for determination of the SF6 concentration
 a moisture sensor for determination of the moisture content
 a SO2 sensor module for the determination of the SO2 concentration
as an indicator for the total concentration of decomposition products
(or optionally: SO2/HF module or SO2/HF/CO/H2S module).
The standard version of the SF6 volume percentage sensor is calibrated to a SF6/N2 or SF6/air mixture and
measures the SF6 content in volume percent in such gas mixture. The SF6 volume percentage sensor
works independently of air pressure and installation position.
The moisture sensor measures the dew point temperature of the SF6 gas in °C dew point at inlet pressure.
The measuring value of the dew point in °C can automatically be indicated or converted into all established
indicating units in case of a modified setting. Measuring the dew point at inlet pressure, a higher accuracy
of the measurement is achieved with a reduced measuring time. The dew point at ambient pressure is
calculated based on this value.
With the SO2 sensor module for determining the SO2 concentration, it is possible to draw conclusions
regarding the total concentration of decomposition products. The SO2 value is used as an indicator for
the total concentration and the respective ratio is approx. 1:4 (see Cigré “SF6-Recycling guide” page 49).
Additionally to a SO2 sensor the following modules are available as option: SO2/HF module or
SO2/HF/CO/H2S module: The lifetime of the integrated electrochemical sensors is two years. During the
operation of the device the residual lifetime of the electrochemical (SO2/HF/H2S/CO) sensors is indicated
so that the sensor can be exchanged without any problems.
The modular construction of the SF6 Multi Analyser enables to replace each single measuring gas module
for verification, calibration and exchange. In principle, it is also possible to measure with only one
measuring module.
For further versions of the SF6 Multi-Analyser please see the latest leaflet.
In addition to the individual sensor modules the SF6 Multi-Analyser is provided with a gas return system
consisting of the following components, a compressor, an internal gas storage vessel allowing to store at
least two measurements, a control unit, a 7“ capacitive touch screen, a high-performance battery.
It is also possible to work with the device in charging mode or in mains operation. (The battery is charged
in parallel to the mains operation).
The operating pressure of the connected SF6 filled equipment or SF6 vessel (cylinder or container) is
registered at the inlet of the device by means of the pressure sensor. The internal gas flow will be
monitored and controlled by pressure sensors, proportional valves and solenoid valves.
The control menu can be operated intuitively by the adjustable user languages (DE, GB, FR, ES, IT, PT,
CZ, PL, RUS, CN, JPN).

Rinsing the measuring hose before each measuring process guarantees precise and correct results for
subsequent measurements.
The final value of a measurement is recognised automatically. The measurement can be named
individually and saving the measuring data under a data and time stamp avoids overwriting of
measurements with same name. Results of up to 500 measurements can be saved with the SF6 Multi-
Analyser. This data can be read out and processed easily via the USB interface.
All SF6 Multi-Analyser components are integrated in a compact and lightweight plastic case for comfortable
transportation.
The user and maintenance-friendly device allows different kinds of measurements and treatment of the
measuring gas:
 Internal storage of the measuring gas and pumping the gas back to the gas compartment
(up to 10 bar pe) after the measurement.
 For measurements in cylinders, vessels or gas compartments with a higher pressure (max.
inlet pressure 35 pe) or if the measuring gas should not be pumped back into the unit, it is
possible to connect a cylinder directly at the outlet (max. 10 bar pe). For this purpose, a
pressure reducer is not necessary and a separation of the device from the gas cylinder or
the gas compartment is not required.
 Connecting an external measuring gas collecting bag allows continuous measurements
(inlet pressure max. 35 pe) without pumping the gas back. The external bag is emptied via
the SF6 Multi-Analyser or by connecting a service cart or compressor unit.
For all kinds of measurements no SF6 gas is released into the atmosphere.

2.1 Technical data
3-038R-R... SF6 Multi-Analyser
Dimensions:
Length (L): 406 mm

Width (B): 538 mm
Height (H): 269 mm
Weight: 25 kg

General data:
Supply voltage: 85 – 264 VAC, 47 – 63 Hz
Internal battery: 21,72V; 4,3Ah; 93,39Wh
Operating temperature: -10° to +50 °C
Storage temperature: -10° to +60 °C
Inlet pressure: pe 0.2 – 35 bar
Air humidity: up to 90% non-condensing
Interface: USB, LAN
Measuring time (individual measurement): < 10 min. (automatically calculated)
Limit value: volume percentage: 0.0 to 100.0 Vol.-%
Limit value: dew point: -60 °C to +20 °C
SO2 limit value: 0.0 to 500,0 ppmv
Flow rate (all sensors): 18.3 – 20.5 lN SF6/h = 111 – 125 g SF6/h
Number of measured values to be saved: 500
Recommended calibration interval of the sensors: 2 years
Protection class (Device closed): IP65
SF6 volume percentage sensor:

Measuring media: SF6/N2 or SF6/air gas mixtures and
SF6/CF4 gas mixtures (OPTION)
Measuring range: 0.0 to 100.0 Vol.-% SF6
Measuring accuracy: ± 0.5 Vol.-% for SF6/N2 or SF6/air gas mixtures
± 2 Vol.-% for SF6/CF4 gas mixtures
Measuring condition: Measurement is carried out at atmospheric pressure
Flow rate: 0.3 – 0.5 lN SF6/h = 1.8 – 3.1 g SF6/h
Operating temperature: -10 °C to +50 °C
Humidity sensor:
Measuring range: -60 °C – +20 °C dew point temperature
Measuring accuracy: ± 2 at > – 40°C dew point temperature
± 3 at < – 40°C dew point temperature
Measuring condition: Measurement is carried out at inlet pressure.
Atmospheric dew points and ppmv values
are converted by the device
Flow rate: 18 – 20 lN SF6/h = 109 – 122 g SF6/h
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SO2 sensor:
Measuring range: 0 – 20 ppmv
0 – 100 ppmv
0 – 500 ppmv
Measuring accuracy: < ± 2% of the measuring range
Measuring condition: Measurement is carried out at atmospheric pressure.
Flow rate: 1 – 3 lN SF6/h = 6.2 – 18.6 g SF6/h
Optional:
HF Sensor (only in combination with SO2 or with SO2, CO and H2S):

CO Sensor (only in combination with SO2, HF and H2S):

H2S- Sensor (only in combination with SO2, HF and CO):


Order numbers for measuring cells: Spare parts

SF6 volume percentage module 3-027-121V0
Humidity sensor 05-1354-R051
SO2 sensor 20 ppmv: 3-032-161V0
100 ppmv: 3-032-162V0
500 ppmv: 3-032-163V0
SO2/HF sensor 20/10 ppmv 3-032-164
SO2/HF/H2S/CO 100/10/100/500 ppmv 3-032-167
2.2 Standard accessories

1 Portable case
1 6m long connecting hose
1 DILO coupling DN8
1 DILO coupling DN20
1 2m long connecting cable (fixed in the device)
1 USB drive with data file for evaluation and reading out of measured data
1 Operating manual (multilingual) on CD Rom
2.3 Accessories
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3. Functional description
For the determination of the SF6 quality the following parameters can be measured with the
SF6 Multi Analyser in its maximum version:
 SF6 volume percentage

 Humidity in the gas
 SO2 decomposition products as indicator for decomposition products
 OPTION: HF decomposition products
 OPTION: HF / CO / H2S decomposition products
The measuring principles of the individual components are described in the following sections.
3.1 Function of the SF6 volume percentage sensor
The measuring principle is based on the evaluation of the different velocities of sound in gases. The
velocity of sound in air is normally about 330 m/s, while in pure SF6 gas it is only about 130 m/s. The
velocity of sound measured in the measuring cell is temperature compensated and converted into SF6
volume percent by means of a microprocessor.
The measuring results are transmitted to the host computer.
3.2 Function of the humidity sensor
The humidity sensor is based on the absorption of water molecules in a special ceramic substrate acting
as dielectric in a capacitor. This changes the capacitance of the capacitor which is recorded by the
electronic evaluation system and converted into a standard signal. This signal is forwarded to the main
computer.
3.3 Function of the SO2 sensor and HF sensor
These sensors are based on the electrochemical measuring principle and consist of three gold-plated
electrodes and a water-based acidic electrolyte. The structure of the sensors is the same for both SO2
and HF, but different electrolytes are used and the reactions to determine the concentrations vary:
Electrochemical sensors:
The change in current generated by the released electrons is recorded by the electronic evaluation
system including temperature compensation and calibration in that area and converted into a standard
signal. This signal is forwarded to the main computer and converted into ppmv value. The sensors have a
lifetime of two (2) years.
The CO and H2S sensors are identical to the SO2 and HF sensors with the
difference that other electrolytes are used for CO and H2S sensors which are
adjusted to the substance to be measured.
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SO2-Sensor:
The SF6 filled-in diffuses into the SO2 sensor and reacts on the measuring electrode in an oxidative process
according to the equation below:
Equation 1: measuring process

Sulphur dioxide (SO2): SO2 + 2H2O = H2SO4 + 2H+ + 2e-
The counter electrode tries to keep the occurring reaction at equilibrium by means of an oxygen
reduction producing water.
Equation 2: counter reaction:

Oxygen reduction: ½ O2 + 2H+ + 2e- = H2O
Overall reaction in the measuring cell:

SO2 + ½ O2 + H2O = H2SO4
If the SF6 gas to be examined contains SO2, electrons are released according to equation 1 by shifting
the electrochemical equilibrium.
HF sensor:
The SF6-filled in diffuses into the HF sensor and in the case that HF is contained, a PH reduction takes
place in an electro-catalytic reduction. By means of the following CL2 reaction and subsequent redox
reaction, electrons are released.

4. Operation
The SF6 Multi-Analyser can be easily operated via the front panel.
The following parts can be found on the front panel of the measuring device:
 One “Gas inlet“ (101) coupling to input the measuring gas (max. 35 bar pe) and to directly
pump back the measuring gas (max. 10 bar pe). For pressures higher than 10 bar pe the
measuring gas must either be pumped into another vessel (up to 10 bar pe) or stored
temporarily depressurised in a gas collecting bag.
 One “Gas outlet“ (102) coupling for pumping the measuring gas into an external vessel to
max. 10bar pe.
 One gas outlet coupling (103) for depressurised storage (connection of external bag)
 One cable connection
 One 7“ colour touch screen
 ON/Off key
 One LED indicating the power / battery status indication
 One USB connection
 One LAN connection
 Two couplings with hose connection DN8 & DN20
 One connection for potential equalisation

4.1 Description of the device
DN8 & DN20 couplings
Cable connection Connection for potential

Display
equalisation
ON/OFF key
Gas inlet (101) Depressurised gas outlet (103)

max. 35bar pa &
pumping back to
10 bar pe
Gas outlet (102)
pumping back to
10 bar pe
LAN connection
USB connection
Front view of the SF6 Multi-Analyser

4.2 Operation
4.2.1 Switching on the SF6 Multi-Analysers
Switch on the SF6 Multi-Analyser by pressing the “ON/OFF” key. After the booting process the device is
ready for use and the following start screen appears.
Key to Operating
jump to the Type of device Date / Time temperature Battery status
login page indication
(available
on all
pages of
the panel).
Selection
internal or
Indication of external
the gas flow depressurised
and selected vessel
function
Status
display
Error
indication
Start/Stop key
Settings Automatic operation Function selection
(the „measurement“
Continuous function is set
Indication of operation automatically after
measuring data and (The red grid having started the
name allocation indicates device
that the key
is blocked)
This page displays all connections and parameters of the SF6 Multi-Analyser illustrated as a case. From
here, all settings and functions can be accessed by means of the toolbar at the bottom of the screen. After
having started the device the “Measurement” function is preselected. The designations of the gas
connections correspond to the labelling on the device. When starting the device the “user” is selected as
login.

On the sensor block symbol the residual lifetime of the electrochemical sensor (SO2; optionally: HF,
CO, H2S) is indicated in days.
90 days before the expiry date a warning message indicates the end of the
lifetime allowing sufficient time to provide a new sensor. After expiry of the
lifetime, which is also displayed, the electrochemical sensor(s) is/are still fully
functional, but the sensors should be replaced by a re-calibrated sensors as
soon as possible since the measured values might not fulfil the specifications
any more and might cause functional failure.
Opened menu fields (archive of measuring data, automatic operation, continuous operation and function
selection) can be closed by pressing the corresponding key once again or by pressing the key in the
upper right corner.
The different background colours of the menu keys indicate the following status:
Function is blocked (e. g. no function has been selected or a breakdown has occurred)
Function switched off
Function switched on
Function completed
Function in wait status (continuous measurement)
An active function periodically changes its colour between grey and red grid.

4.2.2 Settings
After pressing the key the settings page opens (“user view“):
There is a navigation bar on the lower edge of the panel.

The following functions can be carried out:
Back to the main screen
Back to the previous screen
Function switched on/off
The following settings can be carried out and/or seen on this page.

Manual operation :
The function in manual mode can only be carried out in the “Supervisor“ login.
The user has read-only access.
When pressing the key the page for manual operation opens. There is a navigation bar on the right
side of the panel. The following functions can be carried out:
Display of components Start / Stop of preselected

(e. g. pumps) component
Display of solenoid valves Back to the main screen
Display of pressure sensors Back to previous the screen
In manual operation the selected components are

highlighted in orange colour. All selected
components are started and stopped in manual
mode by pressing the “Start” key. Starting is only
possible with supervisor authorisation and if “No
selection” has been chosen in the function
selection.

Archive of measuring data:
In the archive of measuring data, measurements already saved can be read and processed. It is also
possible to delete individual as well as all measurements and to save measurements as CSV files
(comma separated value) in the internal storage or on a storage medium connected to the USB
connection. The archive of the measuring data is indicated and operated as follows:
Setting of the units as well as the decimal

separator and the CSV separator (point and
comma (initial value) or comma and
semicolomn).
It is possible to export the file as CSV file and to

save it internally or on a storage medium
connected to an external USB connection.
The name of the CSV file can be edited
individually while saving (see chapter 4.2.8).
All saved measurements can be deleted (only

visible and possible with “supervisor” login).
Deletion of the displayed measurement.
Navigation within the saved measurements (in

single steps (downwards and upwards) to the
beginning or the end.
Framed in yellow: Indication of all measured data (position of the measurement, date/time, logged-in
user, SN of the device, gas compartment ID, name of the measurement, note, pressure, temperature
and the actual measuring values.

Error history:
This list shows all error messages

appeared until now.
System settings:
The submenu displayed below opens and allows

for the following settings and to be able to read the
corresponding parameters.

Setting of date and time:
The desired value can be entered by

pressing the corresponding key.
(Keyboard appears).
Key for changing between 12 hour

and 24 hour clock
Display settings:
The brightness of the panel can be

modified by moving the slider.

Language selection:
The system language can be

selected in this menu. The active
language is highlighted in orange
colour.
Unit selection:
After having changed to the unit

selection it is possible to switch
over to the indication units by
pressing the desired field.
Pressure units:
bar pa, bar pe, psi pa, psi pe, kPa
pa, kPa pe, MPa pa, MPa pe (pa=
absolute value and pe=differential
value)
Temperature units:
°C, °F and °K
Humidity unit:
°C atm., °C p., °F atm., °F p., ppmv
and ppmw
CSV export:
Decimal separator: or ,
CSV separator: or
If a SF6 percentage
module with
additional SF6-CF4-
calibration for
measurement of SF6-CF4-
mixutures is integrated it is
possible to switch between the
SF6-N2- standard and SF6-CF4-
calibration.

Operating hours:
Operating hours of the

component
Number of starts of the
component
Once a maintenance interval is

reached the symbol lights up
in yellow. Then the supervisor
must carry out the maintenance
works and acknowledge in this
windows. After having
acknowledged a registration is
automatically generated by
whom and when the
maintenance works were carried
out.
Sensor diagnostics:
Detailed information about

connected bus sensors (e.g. dew
point sensor) is displayed on this
page. (only with “supervisor“
login)

System information:
General information about the
device is indicated on this
page.
-Existing remote connection
-Operating system version
-Shutdown operating system
-Serial number of the
measuring device
-Serial number of the panel
-Software version
-Type of device
Operating manual:
When pressing this key in the settings menu the operating manual of the device is displayed.
This is to login as user or supervisor

to access to additional operating
Login: or supervisor authorisation.
(at the top left of each page)
When pressing one of these keys the following screen appears:
Procedure:
1. Press the “Select user“ key
2. Select one of the created
“Supervisor“ or “User“ and confirm
with the key.
3. Press the “Password“ key. The
keyboard appears. Then confirm with
the key.
4. Confirm with the key once
again.
5. Login successful. The user
currently logged in is displayed at the
top left next to the symbol.
On the settings page the additional field appears.
When pressing this key the following window appears on the start screen:

Important: In order to be able to

operate the panel, at least one user
must be logged in!
In case nobody is logged in, the login
key appears.
Four “####“appear at the top left next
to the symbol.
When pressing the login key the
above described window appears
again.
(View without login)
In addition to the already described settings the following settings are possible if logged-in as
‘supervisor‘.
Limit values:
The following page is displayed by pressing the key on the settings page:
When pressing the corresponding input

fields a keyboard appears to enter the
desired limit value for the individual
sensor.
Only values within the

measuring range of the
individual sensors are
possible.
(View settings of limit value with logged-in supervisor)
Logout:
When pressing the ‘Logout‘ key the supervisor is directly logged out. No operator is logged-in then. In
order to continue working with the device an operator has to be selected via the login key (see ‘Login’
chapter).

User administration
On this page, the user has the following
possibilities:
1. With the three keys on the left side
of the panel a new user or
supervisor can be created, the
password can be changed or the
user can be deleted.
2. The automatic login can be activated
on the right side of the panel.
(User administration with logged-in supervisor)
Regarding point 1:
Delete user
After pressing the “Delete user“ key the
following window opens:
When pressing the “User“ key the
keyboard opens and the user can be
entered.
Or the user can be selected from a list
by pressing the key.

The selected user must be confirmed with
the RET key in order to close the keyboard
or list. Then reconfirm with the RET key to
delete the user permanently.
ATTENTION:
The supervisor or user is deleted
irrevocably and cannot be cancelled!
Charge password
After pressing the “Change password“ key, the following

window opens.
Here, it is possible to select the user via

a list or keyboard. Then a new password
must be created twice, which must be
confirmed by the RET key (see red
framed box). Press the RET key to finally
store the password otherwise press the
ESC key to leave this page.

Create a new user
After pressing the “Create new user“ key the following

window opens:
2
3
4
1: When pressing the “User“ key, a keyboard opens.

Enter the desired new user name.
2: The following window opens:
The supervisor has to decide on supervisor access rights or user access rights.
Important: Mark the selected user (visible with the * before the name) by means of the “MARK“ key.
Then confirm with the RET key.
3+4: A numerical keyboard opens. Enter the new password twice (as described under the “Change
password” chapter) and confirm with the RET key. Then complete the procedure by pressing the RET
key. A green bar with the “New user created” message appears on the panel. Now, it is possible to login
with the new user name or password on the panel.
Advantages:
- The supervisor can create user data for each member of staff.
- The supervisor can create a second supervisor with extended rights.

Regarding point 2.:
The “Login automatic“ key serves for

activating and deactivating the automatic
login function.
The other two keys cannot be operated if
the function is not activated. (see red grid).
Deactivated:
Activated:
After pressing the “User“ key the keyboard
opens. Enter the user name. Press the
RET key to store it and the keyboard
closes once again.
When pressing the
key a numerical
keyboard opens. Enter the corresponding
password for the user name. Press the
RET key to store the user name and the
keyboard closes.
In order to save the complete process
leave the “User administration“ page with
the
home key or the arrow key.
Each time the unit is restarted the panel is

logged in directly with this user
identification.
In case the automatic login is deactivated,

a login key appears on the display when
starting the panel.
The user cannot work with the unit until he
has logged in. The same happens when
logging out, as no user has been logged in
(see the ### symbol.)

Advantages:
- The supervisor can register a corresponding user so that the user does not have to login every
time for starting the device.
- The supervisor can determine that each employee can login with his personal account.
Passwords:
The following standard passwords are stored in the system.
User: 1234 (can be changed)
Supervisor: 87727 (cannot be changed)
The end user is responsible for passing on the corresponding passwords to authorised
persons.
Warning

4.2.3 Measurement
For starting a measurement, the “measurement” function has to be selected in the function selection
(see page 18). The corresponding symbol is then displayed in the function bar and highlighted in green;
the start/stop key in the function bar is no longer blocked and the integrated sensors are shown on the
display again. The selected “measurement” function is displayed additionally and the selected gas path
is highlighted in green (see below picture).
Screen of the SF6 Multi-Analyser illustrating the ‘Measurement’ function
With the key, the set limit values can be viewed at any time.
In the standard setting, the internal depressurized storage vessel (storage capacity of at least 2
measurements, depending on the duration of measurement) is selected for storing the measuring gas.
The desired depressurized storage vessel is highlighted in green .
If the measuring gas is to be collected in an externally connected, depressurized storage vessel, the
latter can be easily selected with a click. In this case, the external storage vessel appears in green and
the gas path has changed correspondingly. (For switching from the external to the internal storage tank,
you must click on the internal storage vessel.)
Ensure that, in the event the external storage tank has been selected, the latter
is connected to the outlet coupling 103.
If the external vessel has been selected but not connected or if it is already filled,
a started measurement is automatically switched off due to the overpressure in
the device.
If the internal vessel is selected and, additionally, an external depressurized
vessel is connected, both vessels are filled during measurement.
Upon selection of the “measurement” function and the storage tank, the measurement is started by
actuating the start/stop key. The status changes from “stop” to “run”, the colour of the start/stop key
changes to green and the function selection key highlighted in green lights up in green/grey. Below the
suitcase, the action currently carried out is displayed and the connected measuring gas hose is rinsed
automatically before the actual measurement.

The timely process of the hose rinsing has been selected in a way that even with two
connected hoses (max. 12 m) the gas inside the hoses is rinsed out.
The timely sequence of this procedure and the measurement itself is represented in a bar graph within
the device. After a period of approx. 20 s/min, the current measuring values are displayed and can be
followed up during the measurement.
If the current values are out of the adjusted limits (See settings page 28), the according
value will be marked with a warning sign left beside (See figure page 33) during and
after the measurement.
In addition to the measuring value indication on the right side of the display a window opens after 20
seconds with a larger indication of the measuring values (see picture below).
(Indication of the measuring progress and the measuring value during measurement)
In addition to the measuring values this window displays the measuring time and a bar diagram showing
the degree of stabilisation of the moisture measurement. An algorithm stored in the program evaluates
the measured humidity value and after having reached a stable final value the measurement is defined
as completed. It is also possible to individualise the measurement with an “ID” name (name of the
examined gas compartment, cylinder or container), the “Type“ of the vessel (type of gas compartment,
cylinder or container) and notes (text field, comment). To enter a text press the fields on the right next
to the designations and a keyboard opens. With the “Archive of measuring data“ key it can be referred to
data already saved at any time. At the end of the measurement the status changes from “Run“ to “End“,
the background colour of the start/stop key changes to blue and the function selection key lights up
in blue/grey. The end of the measurement or function is confirmed by pressing the key or be
pressing the blue bar with the “Function completed” message. Finally it is possible to save the measuring
value under the name previously entered (type and comments) by pressing the blue blinking
“Save as…”-key above the “Archive of measuring data” key. After storage the “save data” key
disappears and the position in the storage is displayed at the top left of the window. The window can be
closed (also during measurement) with the “X“ key and opened with the key (display of measuring
data & storage) in the toolbar at the bottom (see page 18).

The data will be stored with the date/time stamp. Overwriting data with the same name or
without name is impossible in this respect.
The maximum storage capacity is 500 Measurements. After saving data of 500
measurements, a warning message indicates that the maximum capacity has been
reached. It is not possible to save the data of further measurements (after the
following measurement the save key will not be shown) until old data has been
deleted.
Precondition: The SF6 Multi-Analyser is equipped with a SO2 sensor.

If the measured gas contained SO2, the measuring chamber of the SO2 sensor is
rinsed until a value of < 1 ppmv is reached, but max. 5 minutes. The process is
displayed in the status indication.
If the automatic function is not selected (see chapter 4.2.5), the gas used for the measurement remains
in the selected depressurized vessel. After the measurement, the measuring gas utilized can be
pumped back manually either into the gas compartment (connection 101) or into another vessel
(connection 102), up to a pressure of 10 bar pa (see chapter 4.2.4).
In the internal depressurized vessel of the SF6 Multi-Analyser, it is

possible to store at least the gas of two measurements, depending
on the respective measurement duration. If the maximum filling
level is reached, any ongoing measurement will be interrupted
automatically.
In the event that the automatic function is switched on, for each setting (see chapter 4.2.5) the
intermediate stored measuring gas is automatically pumped back into the gas compartment (connection
101) after the termination of the measurement or back into a vessel connected to connection 102. Here,
the maximum pressure of 10 bar pa is to be observed.
If the pressure at the connections 101 and/or 102 exceeds the

maximum admissible pressure of 10 bar pa when pumping back,
the process is cancelled and an error is displayed.

4.2.4 Manual pumping back
If, during the measurement, the automatic operation key has not been activated, the gas used for
the measurement remains in the internal storage vessel and/or in the connected depressurized storage
vessel (connection 103) in the event that the latter was connected during the measurement.
For manually pumping back the measuring gas, there is an option of pumping the gas either directly
back into the gas compartment (connection 101) or into a tank connected to connection 102.
With both options, the maximum admissible overall pressure of 10 bar pe is to be observed.
In order to carry out the functions, after pressing the function selection key (figure 3), the corresponding
back pumping option is to be selected. The corresponding gas path is displayed in green. By pressing
the key, the gas is pumped back into the gas compartment connected to connection 101, by
pressing the key, the gas is pumped back into a tank connected to connection 102.
The tank to be emptied has to be selected additionally, either the internal vessel or a depressurized tank
connected to connection 103. The selection is made by clicking on the vessel on the screen. The
selected vessel appears in green colour.
If the internal storage vessel has been selected for emptying and if, at the same time a
depressurized storage vessel is connected to connection 103, both storage tanks are
emptied when pumping back. If the external storage vessel has been selected, only this
tank is emptied when pumping back.
After selecting the function it can be started with the start/stop key. During the function, the function
selection key lights up in green and the start/stop key appears in green.
The function stops automatically if the selected storage tank has been completely emptied. The colour of
the function selection and start/stop key changes to blue at the end of the process. The function will be
completed by pressing the start/stop key.
4.2.5 Handling the measuring gas and automatic function
Besides the normal measurement (chapter 4.2.3) where the measuring gas remains in the internal
storage vessel after the measurement and subsequently has to be pumped back manually (chapter
4.2.4), it is also possible to operate the SF6 Multi-Analyser in automatic mode. Two versions of automatic
operation are possible:
1. Carrying out a measurement with automatic pumping back of the measuring gas into the gas
compartment (connection 101) after the measurement.
2. Carrying out a measurement with automatic pumping back of the measuring gas into a vessel
connected to connection 102
The automatic mode can only be activated if “measurement” has been selected in the function
selection before.
With the automatic operation key the corresponding automatic function can be selected.

(Selection of the automatic function)
In accordance with the selection, the gas path is displayed on the screen and the activation of the
function is indicated by the green background colour of the automatic operation key. The
measurement can now be started with the start/stop key. After the measurement, according to the
selection, the gas used for the measurement is pumped back automatically into the gas compartment
(connection 101) or into a vessel connected to connection 102. Observe the maximum pressure of 10
bar pa.
If the pressure at the 101 and/or 102 connections exceeds the

maximum admissible pressure of 10 bar pa when pumping
back, the process is interrupted and an error message is
displayed.
When activating the automatic function, the device can be used in continuous operation.
For this purpose, please refer to chapter 4.2.6.

4.2.6 Continuous operation
For monitoring the gas quality over a longer period of time, it is possible to operate the SF6 Multi-
Analyser in “continuous operation”. Precondition for continuous operation is that the measurement
function key has been pressed in the function selection menu and that the automatic operation
has been activated.
It is recommended connecting a separate vessel to connection

102 for the continuous measurement and selecting the pumping
back into this vessel function (connection 102). In the event of an
active continuous measurement and pumping back into the gas
compartment (connection 101), the same gas would be
continuously measured and pumped back. A modification in the
gas quality could not be observed here.
The setting options of continuous operation can be accessed via the “continuous operation” key.
(Setting of continuous operation)
It is possible to activate continuous operation via the on/off key. Once the continuous operation has
been activated (on/off key is highlighted in green and the time input is no longer blocked), the time period
between the measurements can be set. After pressing the time input key, a keyboard
appears which enables setting the interval between measurements within a range of 15 minutes to 200
hours. In the main menu, the continuous measurement can be started via the start/stop key. The
number of measuring cycles implemented is indicated on the continuous operation key. (See page 39).

Display of measuring cycles (here: 1 measurement)
The function key as well as the start/stop key are highlighted in yellow between the measurements (in
waiting status) in order to display the waiting status. The continuous measurement can be stopped
manually via the start/stop key at any time.
After the measuring process the measuring data of each measurement are automatically saved under an
additional consecutive number or if a name has been created prior to the measurement it is stored under
this name with an additional consecutive number.
When preparing the continuous measurement observe the maximum

number of 500 measurements, which can be saved! After having
reached the maximum number of measurements the continuous
measurement will be interrupted.
The vessel for storing the measuring gas at the connection 102
should correspond to the expected number of measurements. Once
the maximum admissible pressure of 10 bar abs is reached, the
measurement is interrupted automatically.

4.2.7 Data saving
It is possible to allocate a name during the storage of a measurement at any time:
either
- before starting a measurement. The corresponding entry field (see page 29) can be opened by
pressing the measurement key (see page 18).

Or
- during the measurement. The indication of the entry field appears automatically approx. 20 s after
starting the measurement.
Or
- after completion of the measurement prior to the storage.
As already described in the measuring process it is possible to save the measurement with an ‘ID’ name
(Name of the verified gas compartment, cylinder or container), with the ‘type’ of the vessel (type of gas
compartment, cylinder or container). It is also possible to enter notes via the key (text field, comment).
To enter the text press a field on the right next to the designation and the keyboard opens.
The measuring data are saved after measurement by pressing the key above the archive of the
measuring data key. After having saved the data the key disappears and the position in the
storage is indicated top left of the window.
After having saved the measuring data it is not possible to edit inputs.
The data are stored under a date/time stamp. Overwriting of data with the same name
or without name is not possible.
The maximum storage capacity is 500 Measurements. After saving data of 500
measurements, a warning message indicates that the maximum capacity has been
reached. It is not possible to save the data of further measurements (after the following
measurement the save key will not be shown) until old data has been deleted so that new
measurements can be stored.

4.2.8 Transmission of measuring data
The transmission of the measuring data as CSV file (comma separated values) to a storage medium
connected to an USB connection - (see page 17) can be carried out via the archive of measuring
data key on the settings page.
Before exporting the data the desired units and decimal separators for the data fields should be set and
verified. The selected decimal separators should correspond to the settings in the processing program. A
comma as decimal separator and a semicolon are pre-set as CSV separator (separation of the data
fields). Alternatively it is possible to choose a point as decimal separator and a comma a CSV separator
(See page 22).
For the transmission of the measuring data as CSV file press the export key and the following
window opens:
The memory location can be selected and the file name can be edited here. It is either possible to save
the CSV file on a storage device connected to the USB connection or on an internal memory (access is
possible via FTP server). The selected memory location is highlighted in orange. When pressing the “file
name” field a keyboard opens to edit the proposed file name.
The file is saved/exported by pressing the key.
When exporting the CSV file to the storage medium make sure that it is connected to the USB
connection. Otherwise the export is interrupted and the “Writing error CSV file“ message
appears after pressing the key.

4.2.9 Switching off the SF6 Multi-Analyser
For switching off the SF6 Multi-Analyser press the ON/OFF key at the orange housing (see page 17) until
the indication on the display extinguishes.
4.3 Special functions
The special functions are selected analogous to the measurement via the function selection key (see
page 18). After having selected the special function the following menu opens:
(Submenu – Special functions)
The individual special functions can be chosen and started or stopped by pressing the start/stop
key. The following special functions can be carried out:
Recovery of the device

This special function has to be carried out if there is contaminated SF6 gas inside the device. In order to
avoid malfunction or damage to the SF6 Multi-Analyser the contaminated SF6 can be recovered by
connecting a service cart or an external compressor unit to the 101 connection. When selecting this
function the corresponding internal valves of the SF6-Multi-Analyser are switched so that the complete
internal gas volume can be recovered after pressing the key and with the external recovery unit
being switched on.
The recovered gas should be stored in suitable vessel according to its gas quality (vessels for new or
reuse gas). It is absolutely necessary to avoid emissions due to the high GWP value of SF6 and
toxicity! After completion of the recovery process the function has to be stopped manually be pressing
the key.
Evacuation of the device

If there is air in the device after having measured nitrogen/air or after working on the device and SF6
should be measured the air has to be evacuated from the device in order to reach corresponding
measuring values and to avoid contamination of SF6 with air. The air/nitrogen can be evacuated by
connecting a service cart or an external vacuum pump to the 101 connection. When selecting this
function the corresponding internal valves of the SF6 Multi-Analyser are switched so that the complete
internal gas volume is evacuated after pressing the key and with external evacuation device being
switched on (vacuum pump or service cart).

The recovered air/nitrogen can be released into the atmosphere without hesitation. After completion of
the evacuation process the function has to be stopped manually by pressing the key.
Pressure test of the compressor

This function allows to monitor the operation of the compressor. This pressure test should especially be
carried out if long times for pumping the measuring gas are observed. After having selected this special
function and pressing the key the compressor starts running and an internal pressure is generated.
In accordance with the max. pressure and the time required for generating the pressure the result of this
verification is displayed. In case the max. pressure and the required time do not correspond to the
specification the device should be sent to the manufacturer for verification of the compressor.
Rinsing the measuring hose

The measuring hose is rinsed automatically prior to each measurement. If it is necessary to rinse the
measuring hose for other reason this function can be carried out by this special function. After the
connection of the measuring hose and activation of the special function by pressing the key the
hoses are rinsed automatically.
However, the time sequence is selected so that the gas in the hoses are rinsed even with two connected
hose (max. 12m). The function stops automatically and the end of the rinsing process has to be
confirmed with the key.
Rinsing the SO2 sensor

(Provided that the SF6 Multi-Analyser is equipped with a SO2 sensor)
If SO2 has been detected in the SF6 gas to be examined the measuring cell of the SO2 sensor is rinsed
automatically after the measurement. The rinsing process runs until the SO2 value is lower than <1 ppmv
or for a maximum of 5 minutes. If this process is necessary e. g. the SO2 concentration was too high or
the concentration value is still > 1 ppmv after a rinsing time of 5 minutes it is possible to start this function
manually. For this purpose start the corresponding “Rinsing SO2 sensor“ special function by pressing the
key. Analogous to the automatic rinsing process the SO2 sensor is rinsed until a SO2 value <1ppmv
is reached or after a maximum of 5 minutes. Finally confirm the automatically stopped process with the
key.
Internal drying
The “Internal drying“ special function allows to dry the SF6 gas in the piping of the SF6 Multi-Analyser
(e.g. after a longer shutdown of the device or if humid SF6 gas has been measured previously). Due to
the low initial value of the humidity measurement the measurement of dry SF6 gas can be simplified and
multiple measurements on the SF6 gas compartment or SF6 cylinder/container are thus avoided. The
“Internal drying” special function is started with the key and stopped automatically after a maximum
running time of 5 minutes. The moisture value is displayed during the drying process (e. g. after reaching
the desired value) and it is possible to interrupt the drying function by pressing the key at any time.
After a maximum drying time of 5 minutes the end of the function has to be confirmed with the key.
However, the drying process can be restarted, if necessary.

4.4 Charging the battery
The SF6 Multi-Analyser is equipped with a 4.3 AH ion battery, which enables at least 5 measurements
with pumping back. The battery is charged via an integrated electronic charging system which enables a
simultaneous charging and line operation of the device with 85 – 264 VAC, 47 – 63 Hz. The charging
status is displayed in the top right corner on the display (see page 18) and via the LED in the bottom left
corner in the orange housing (see page 17).
The following status are displayed via the LED:
LED indication State of the SF6-Multi-Analyser

Connected to power Connected to power Power supply
supply and device is supply and device is disconnected and
switched off switched on device is switched on
Green Battery fully charged Battery fully charged Battery fully charged
Flashing green Battery is charging Battery is charging -
Red - - Empty battery
Flashing red Defective battery Defective battery Defective battery
The battery charging status is continuously monitored during the operation of the SF6 Multi-Analyser and,
in order to avoid deep discharging and thus damage of the battery, the device is shuts down
automatically after a prior warning message if a defined voltage is undercut.

In order to avoid a deep discharge of the installed battery and therefor a damage
of it, it is recommended to charge the battery after a period of 6 months latest,
this is advised if the SF6-Multi-Analyser will be not used for a long period of
time. The recommended time interval will be shortened, if the device will be
placed into stock with a not fully charged battery. Therefore the battery should
be charged before a longer period of nonuse.

5. Fault correction
It is not recommended carrying out repair works on the SF6 Multi-Analyser.

In case of malfunction the device must be returned to the manufacturer.
ATTENTION! Danger to material assets!

Repair works must only be carried out by qualified personnel!
In case of non-observance the device could be damaged!
Warning
In case there is no indication on the display of the device check
 whether the battery is fully charged
 whether the device is connected to the power supply.
Otherwise, return the device to the manufacturer for verification:
Malfunction and warning messages are displayed on the SF6 Multi-Analyser.

Malfunction messages are indicated in “red” and avoid the starting of the device.
Warning messages are displayed in “orange” and inform the user on maintenance intervals or critical
operating conditions.
The currently present errors are displayed in the header bar of the main view by the red error
symbol. The number of errors is indicated at the top left of the display.
The error list opens by pressing this symbol.
(View – Error list)
The error status, the error number, the time of occurrence and the error text are displayed here.
The errors appear in “red”, warning messages in orange and information in “white”.
‘1‘ (first digit) of error status means that there is an active error and ‘0‘ that the error has been eliminated,
but has not yet been confirmed.

After having eliminated the cause of error the marked error can be confirmed with the key and
disappears from the list.
All eliminated errors can be deleted from the list by pressing the key.
The error display is closed by pressing the orange symbol.
In case an error occurs, the active function is stopped and cannot be re-started.
The key can be found under the general settings.
All errors previously occurred are listed here. It is possible to navigate between the entries by swiping
with your finger up and down the screen.
In the event of a failure the function switches off and it is not possible
to start a new function. The cause of failure must be eliminated
beforehand.
The following error and warning messages (highlighted in green) can appear on the display of the
SF6 Multi-Analyser:
Error message Possible cause Correction

Defective CAN-BUS Interrupted bus connection of Verify the electrical
the panel to the control unit connection, otherwise return
the device to the manufacturer
Defective pressure sensor Interrupted connection to the Verify the connection
< pos. <%> pressure sensor pos.<%> (mechanically and in the
sensor indication in manual
operation) otherwise return
Overpressure of Outlet pressure of the Make sure that vessels are
compressor <%> compressor >10 bar pe connected to the couplings
pos. 101 or 102 with
pressures < 10 bar pe, verify
the valves pos. 139 and 140
in manual operation (login as
supervisor), otherwise return
Internal storage pressure Internal storage vessel is full Empty the internal storage
too high vessel
External storage pressure External storage vessel is full Empty the external storage
too high vessel

Inlet pressure too low Pressure of the vessel Connect a vessel with a
connected to the coupling pos. pressure > 0.2 bar pe
101 is < 0.2 bar pe or no vessel
is connected
Inlet pressure too high Inlet pressure at coupling pos. Connect a vessel with a
101 is > 35 bar pe pressure of < 35 bar pe
Outlet pressure too high Outlet pressure of the Make sure that vessels with
compressor is >10 bar pe pressures < 10 bar pe are
connected to the couplings
pos. 101 or 102; verify the
valves pos. 139 and 140 in
manual operation (login as
“supervisor”) otherwise return
Error when switching over Percentage module does not Check whether the outlet pos.
to CF4 switch over 13 of the K04 SPS control
lights up
Bus error charging Interrupted bus connection from Check the connection in the
electronics the panel to the charging “Sensor information“ menu
electronics (supervisor must be logged
in); also check the cable
connections, otherwise return
the device to the
manufacturer.
Attention: expiry of sensor The two year sensor lifetime will Note for providing new
lifetime in 90 days expire in 90 days electrochemical sensors in
time
Attention: sensor lifetime The two year sensor lifetime The electrochemical sensors
expired expired must be exchanged for
compliance with technical
specification
Verification of the Preventive maintenance Carry out a pressure test of
compressor the compressor every 500
hours, otherwise return the
device to the manufacturer for
inspection / maintenance
Defective percentage Interrupted connection to the Check the electrical
sensor percentage module (bus error connection, otherwise return
or cable break) the device to the manufacturer
Defective humidity sensor Interrupted connection to the Check the electrical
humidity sensor (bus error or connection, otherwise return
cable break) the device to the manufacturer
Defective SO2 sensor Interrupted connection to the Check the electrical
module of the electrochemical connection, otherwise return
sensors (SO2 sensor) (bus the device to the manufacturer
error or cable break)

Defective HF sensor Interrupted connection to the Check the electrical

sensors (SO2/HF sensor) (bus the device to the manufacturer
error or cable break)
Defective CO sensor Interrupted connection to the Check the electrical
sensors (SO2/HF/CO/H2S- the device to the manufacturer
sensoren) (bus error or cable
break)
Defective H2S sensor Interrupted connection to the Check the electrical
sensors (SO2/HF/CO/H2S- the device to the manufacturer
sensors) (bus error or cable
break)
All messages must be reset after eliminating the error cause on the
operating unit.
Service Hotline
Our technical after-sales-service is available:
Monday – Thursday: from 7:00 h – 16:00 h CET
Friday: from 7:00 h – 12:00 h CET
Phone: +49 83 33 – 302-94
E-Mail: service@dilo-gmbh.com
https://www.dilo-gmbh.com/en/sf6-service.html
The type of devices, serial number and order number/commission number of measuring devices are very
important for our service team to support you immediately.

6. Maintenance, purification and calibration
6.1 Maintenance
Maintenance of the SF6 Multi-Analyser must only be carried out by qualified and authorised DILO
personnel or by personnel or companies authorised by DILO.
ATTENTION! Danger to material assets!

Purification and maintenance works must only by carried out by qualified personnel
observing maintenance instructions and accident prevention regulations!
In case of non-observance the device could be damaged!
Warning

6.2 Exchange of the sensor modules
Before the individual measuring modules can be replaced, the device should be opened as follows after
being switched off via the main switch on the front plate:
The device must only be connected electrically by trained and authorised

qualified electricians!
Attention: Before opening the housing, always switch off the device and
disconnect the power plug!
1) Loosen the six screws on the front plate
Loosen
screws
Front plate of the SF6 Multi-Analyser
2) Swing the front plate upwards.
SF6 Multi-Analyser - unscrewed and opened front plate

6.2.1 Exchange of the percentage module
1) The SF6 Multi-Analyser is switched off and the front plate is unscrewed.
2) Before the percentage sensor can be replaced unscrew the SO2 sensor
module (if available) from the percentage module. For this purpose
loosen both screws of the percentage module. (1).
3) Loosen the quick couplings by pulling out the metal ring (2) and
disconnect the electrical connection (for this purpose, remove the 96-pin
connector strip on the front side of the module (3).
4) Loosen the four (4) screws on the bottom plate and the side panel of the
device and remove the module.
(4)
(4)
(1)
(3)
(4)
(2)
(2)
Installed percentage module
5) Insert the re-calibrated percentage module and fasten the module to the
bottom plate and side panel of the device using the four screws (4).
6) Establish the electrical connection of the percentage module. For this,
insert the 96 pin connector on the front side of the module (3).
7) Establish the gas connection by inserting the quick couplings (2). The
connections cannot be mixed with each other as one connection is a plug
and the other one a coupling.
8) Fasten the SO2 module on the percentage module with two screws (1)
(if available).
9) Place the front plate on the housing frame and fasten it using the four
screws.

10) Switch on the device by pressing the key on the orange housing. After
initialisation, the SF6 Multi-Analyser is ready for use once again.
Attention: When operating the device without a percentage module

sensor the quick couplings must be put together to realise the gas flow
through the device. The SO2 sensor module (if available) has to be fixed
Warning on the bottom plate.
6.2.2 Exchange of the moisture sensor
2) Disconnect the electrical connection from the moisture sensor. For this
purpose unscrew the M12 plug connector (1) (see picture).
(1)
(2)
Installed moisture sensor
3) Unscrew the moisture sensor from the sensor block with a screw driver
size 27. Then remove the copper ring (see item 2)
To guarantee the tightness of the moisture sensor, use the supplied copper
ring when installing the re-calibrated moisture sensor.
4) The installation of the re-calibrated moisture sensor is carried out in

reverse order.
5) Screw-in the moisture sensor by means of a screwdriver size 27 (with
the new copper ring for sealing (2).
6) Establish the electrical connection by screwing on the M12 plug
connector (1).

7) Place the front plate on the housing frame and fasten it with the four
screws.
8) Switch on the device by pressing the key at the orange housing.
After initialisation, the SF6 Multi-Analyser is ready for use once again.
Attention: For operating the device without moisture sensor the

corresponding opening in the sensor block has to be closed with a
blanking plug.
Warning

6.2.3 Exchange of the SO2/decomposition products measuring module
2) Switch on the device by pressing the key at the orange housing and wait
until the device is ready for use.
3) Disconnect the electrical connection of the SO2 module. For this
purpose, remove the 6-pin terminal on the rear side of the module (1).
Then wait for at least 15s.
(3)
(1)
(2)
Installed SO2 module
4) Switch off the device by pressing the key on the orange housing.
5) Loosen the quick couplings on the valves of the sensor module by pulling
out the metal ring (2).
6) Loosen the fixing screws of the below positioned percentage module (3)
or the bottom plate of the device (if the percentage module is not
integrated) and remove the module.

7) Insert the recalibrated SO2 module and fasten it on the percentage

module (3) or bottom plate of the device by using both screws (if the
percentage module is not integrated).
8) Establish the gas connection by inserting the quick couplings in the
connections on the valves on the SO2 module (2). The connections
cannot be mixed with each other as one connection is a plug and the
other one a coupling.
9) Establish the electrical connection by reinserting the 6-pin terminal on
the rear side of the module (1).
10) Place the front plate on the housing frame and fasten it by using the four
screws.
11) Switch on the device by pressing the key at the orange housing and wait
until the device is ready for use. Acknowledging the displayed
“Initialisation” message window, the lifetime of the SO2 sensor is started.
12) The SF6 Multi-Analyser is again ready for use.
Attention: For operation of the device without SO2 module the quick
couplings must be plugged together in order to realise the gas flow
through the device.
Warning

6.2.4 Exchange of the dry filter

In case no dry effect can be recognised during the internal drying process (see special functions) the dry
filter has to be replaced. For this purpose proceed as follows:
(2)
(1)
Installed dry filter
1) Switch on the SF6 Multi-Analyser. Then select the “Recovery of device“

special function and recover the SF6 gas inside the SF6 Multi-Analyser
with an external compressor unit or a service cart.
2) Switch off the SF6 Multi-Analyser and unscrew the front plate of the
device.
3) Before the dry filter can be replaced disconnect the gas connection of
the SO2 sensor module (if available, chapter 6.2.3 point 5) and the
electrical connection of the moisture sensor (chapter 6.2.2 point 2).
4) Loosen the gas connection (inlet and outlet) (1) by using a screwdriver
size 8.
5) Loosen the clamping plate at the four screws (see item 2) using the
suitable socket wrench.
6) After having unscrewed the clamping plate remove and replace the dry
filter.
7) Fasten the dry filter with the clamping plate by tightening the four screws.
(2).
8) Connect the gas connection (inlet and outlet) (see item 1).
9) Establish the electrical connection to the moisture sensor (see chapter
6.2.2 point 6) and the gas connection to the SO2 sensor module (if
available; see chapter 6.2.3 point 8).
10) Place the front plate on the housing frame and fasten it by using the four
screws.
11) Switch on the SF6 Multi-Analyser. Then select the “Evacuation of device“
special function and recover the air inside the SF6 Multi-Analyser by
means of an external vacuum pump or a service cart.
12) The SF6 Multi-Analyser is again ready for use.

6.3 Purification
Only clean the device with a dry or slightly damp cloth.

Do not use cleaning agents containing solvents, acid or bases.
Warning
6.4 Calibration
The SF6 Multi-Analyser is based on a modular construction and it is therefore possible to replace each
sensor / sensor module by a calibrated module / sensor (see chapter 6.2). For complying with the technical
specification it is recommended to calibrate the sensors every 2 years (under normal application). The
lifetime of the electrochemical sensors (SO2; optionally HF, CO, H2S) is two years and must be
replaced by recalibrated sensors after the date of expiry independent of the use.
The scope of supply of the SF6 Multi-Analyser as well as of the replacement modules includes a certificate
guaranteeing the traceability to the corresponding standards.

Trockenlaufkompressor / Dry running compressor | B100R20
Maßbild / Dimension sheet
Dimensionen / Dimensions:
Länge / Length: 205 mm
Breite / Width: 105 mm
Höhe / Height: 130 mm
1. Allgemeines / General information
Beim Trockenlaufkompressor B100R20 handelt es sich um einen einstufigen Kolbenkompressor.

Der Kompressor ist ein Trockenläufer und arbeitet ölfrei. Das Kompressorgehäuse ist gekapselt und
somit absolut gasdicht.
The B100R20 dry running compressor is a single-stage piston compressor. The compressor is a dry
running type and operates entirely without oil. The compressor housing is encapsulated and
absolutely gastight.

Trockenlaufkompressor / Dry running compressor | B100R20
2. Technische Daten / Technical data
Trockenlaufkompressor / Dry running compressor:
Zylinderanzahl / Number of cylinders 1

Theor. Fördervolumen / Theoretical delivery rate 0,9 / 0.9 m³/h
Schalldruckpegel LpA / Sound pressure level LpA < 70 dB(A)
Einbaumotor / Built-in motor:
Gleichstrommotor / DC Motor 48 W
Betriebsspannung / Operating voltage 24 VDC
Nennstrom / Nominal current 2,7 A / 2.7 A
Zulässige Grenzwerte bei Betrieb mit SF6-Gas /

Admissible limit values for operation with SF6 gas
Max. Gegendruck pe / Max. back-pressure pe 9 bar

Zulässige Umgebungstemperatur / Admissible ambient temperature -10 °C bis / to +50 °C
3. Wartung / Maintenance
Wartungsintervall/ Service interval

Objekt / Object Arbeit / Measures
Betriebsstunden / Operating hours
alle 500 h / very 500 hours Kompressor Druckprüfung Kompressor

durchführen; ansonsten
Rücksendung zum Hersteller
zwecks Inspektion/Wartung
Compressor Carry out pressure test of

compressor; otherwise return to
the manufacturer for inspection /
service works
Das Wartungsintervall verkürzt sich deutlich, insbesondere wenn erhöhte Feuchtig-

keitswerte und/oder Zersetzungsprodukte enthalten sind.
In diesem Fall muss der Kompressor nach jeder Verwendung gespült werden.
Verschleißteile sind von der Gewährleistung ausgeschlossen!
The maintenance interval is considerably shortened if the gas contains increased

humidity values and / or decomposition products.
In this case the compressor must be rinsed after each operation.
Wear parts are excluded from guarantee (Gewährleistung)!

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SF6 Multi-Analyser

Operating Manual (original version)

2. SF6 Multi-Analyser - Overview 8

6. Maintenance, purification and calibration 49

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1.1 Specific safety notes and standard symbols

These residual risks contain dangers for

This symbol refers to risks from hot surfaces.

This symbol refers to electric shock

 If the warning sign „Warning“, appears, there is no danger for persons.

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1.2. Correct use of the device

Attention! Danger for material assets!

1.3 Obligation to exercise due care

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The operator has to ensure that

 only qualified personnel operates or repairs the device.

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Otherwise, please observe your country-specific transport regulations or guidelines.

Only operate the device indoors or in dry places outdoors.

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2. SF6 Multi-Analyser - Overview

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2.1 Technical data

3-038R-R... SF6 Multi-Analyser

Length (L): 406 mm

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SF6 volume percentage sensor:

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HF Sensor (only in combination with SO2 or with SO2, CO and H2S):

CO Sensor (only in combination with SO2, HF and H2S):

H2S- Sensor (only in combination with SO2, HF and CO):

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Order numbers for measuring cells: Spare parts

2.2 Standard accessories

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 SF6 volume percentage

3.1 Function of the SF6 volume percentage sensor

3.2 Function of the humidity sensor

3.3 Function of the SO2 sensor and HF sensor

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Equation 1: measuring process

Equation 2: counter reaction:

Overall reaction in the measuring cell:

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4.1 Description of the device

DN8 & DN20 couplings

Cable connection Connection for potential

Gas inlet (101) Depressurised gas outlet (103)

Front view of the SF6 Multi-Analyser

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4.2.1 Switching on the SF6 Multi-Analysers

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Function switched off

Function in wait status (continuous measurement)

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There is a navigation bar on the lower edge of the panel.

Back to the main screen

Back to the previous screen

Function switched on/off