QUICK START GUIDE

Product Overview

The TEK-Mate® is a refrigerant leak detector manufactured by INFICON. This guide provides essential instructions for its setup and basic operation.

The device is a handheld, grey and blue electronic unit featuring a flexible gooseneck probe. It includes a power button, indicator lights, and a battery compartment.

Device Components

• 1. POWER indicator: Illuminates when the device is powered on.
• 2. Probe tip/filter: The end of the flexible probe where leaks are detected. It houses a replaceable filter.
• 3. Sensor cap: A protective cover for the sensor located at the probe tip.
• 4. HIGH/LOW indicators: Lights that signal the presence and intensity of a detected leak.
• 5. Power button: Used to turn the TEK-Mate device on and off.
• 6. Release tab: A mechanism used to open the battery compartment.
• 7. Battery cover: The removable cover for the battery compartment.

Getting Started

Included in the package:

• TEK-Mate device
• Plastic carrying case
• Two "D" cell alkaline batteries
• TEK-Mate sensor
• Replacement filters

1. Install Batteries

1. Depress the release tab using a coin or screwdriver.
2. Slide the battery cover away from the probe tip to remove it.
3. Insert two "D" cell alkaline batteries as indicated inside the battery compartment.
4. Replace the battery cover, ensuring it slides along the side rails until the release tab is securely engaged.

2. Install Sensor

1. Gently pry the rubber sensor cap off the TEK-Mate body.
2. Remove the TEK-Mate sensor from its foil packaging and take off the protective foam.
3. Carefully insert the sensor into the three-pin socket on the circuit board.
4. Reinstall the rubber sensor cap.

3. Turning TEK-Mate On and Preparing for Use

1. Press and hold the power button to turn the TEK-Mate On or Off. The POWER indicator will illuminate when the device is on.
2. Note: If the POWER indicator flashes, or if both the POWER and HIGH indicators flash, the batteries are low and need to be replaced.
3. Allow the TEK-Mate to warm up for 30 seconds to two minutes.
4. Note: During warm-up, the device will continuously alarm, and all three indicators will illuminate. Once warm-up is complete, the TEK-Mate will beep, and the HIGH indicator will flash approximately once per second.

Detecting Leaks

Note: In extreme conditions, such as exposure to moisture, the warm-up period can extend up to 20 minutes.

1. Position the tip of the TEK-Mate as close as possible to the suspected leak point, ensuring airflow is not blocked.
2. Slowly move the probe along each potential leak point.
3. If a leak is detected, the TEK-Mate will sound an alarm, and either the HIGH or LOW indicator will flash. A faster flashing rate and alarm indicate a higher concentration of refrigerant.
4. Once a leak is identified, withdraw the probe from the leak for a few seconds before returning to the suspected site.
5. Note: For detecting larger leaks, press the power button to switch to low sensitivity mode. The LOW indicator will flash to confirm that low sensitivity mode is active.

Replacing Filters

1. Remove a dirty or clogged filter using a paper clip or a similar thin object.
2. Insert the new filter into the probe tip.

Further Information

Download the full operating manual from:

www.inficonservicetools.com

www.inficonservicetools-europe.com