User Manual

GPL 3000

gas detector
GPL 3000 User manual

Table of contents
Application...........................................................................................................3
Unit ppm, Vol.% ..................................................................................................4
Operation elements GPL 3000 ...........................................................................5
Gas sensor..........................................................................................................6
Measurement range............................................................................................7
LED allocation.....................................................................................................7
Turning on the GPL 3000....................................................................................8
Zero point............................................................................................................8
Special functions ................................................................................................9
Energy supply ...................................................................................................10
Practical hints....................................................................................................11
Declaration of conformity..................................................................................13
Inspection sheet................................................................................................14
Terms of use.....................................................................................................14
Maintenance......................................................................................................14
Warranty............................................................................................................14
Liability for function and damages....................................................................15
Accessories.......................................................................................................15
Technical data ..................................................................................................16
Test-Report.......................................................................................................18

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Application
The gas detector GPL 3000 is designed to search for and locate gas
leaks in pipes in interior and exterior areas.
The GPL 3000 is the result of our many years of experience combined
with the newest technology.
Thanks to the very simple operation of the GPL 3000, anybody may
locate gas leaks without special instruction .
The size and design of the GPL 3000 make it the ideal instrument for
fitters and emergency repair teams.
The movable sensor head permits measurement in places difficult to
reach.
Unless mentioned otherwise, the following units refer to methane
(CH4). Liquefied petroleum gas usually consists of more than 90%
methane.

The following application areas can be covered with the GPL 3000

Temperature class / gas

Gas type Ignition temperature in ºC
group
Acetone 535 T1 / IIA
Ethane 515 T1 / IIA
Methane 537 T1 / IIA
Propane 470 T1 / IIA
Hydrogen 560 T1 / IIC

See EN 61779 Table A.1

IMPORTANT: Observe the yearly calibration cycle

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Unit ppm, Vol.%

The unit ppm refers to volume:
1 ppm = 1 cm 3 100% gas distributed in 1 m3 of surrounding air
10 ppm = 10 cm 3 100% gas distributed in 1 m3 of surrounding air

The unit Vol.%:

0,1 Vol.% = 1 dm3 100% gas distributed in 1 m3 of surrounding air
1 Vol.% = 10 dm3 % gas distributed in 1 m3 of surrounding air

Conversion factors:
dm³ cm³ m³ Litre
0,01 = 10 = 0,00001 = 1/100
0,1 = 100 = 0,0001 = 1/10
1 = 1.000 = 0,001 = 1
10 = 10.000 = 0,01 = 10
100 = 100.000 = 0,1 = 100
1000 = 1.000.000 = 1 = 1000

ppm Vol.% CH4 in 1m³ air

1 = 0,0001 = 1 cm³
10 = 0,001 = 10 cm³
100 = 0,01 = 100 cm³
1.000 = 0,1 = 1 dm³
10.000 = 1 = 10 dm³
100.000 = 10 = 100 dm³
1.000.000 = 100 = 1 m³

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Operation elements GPL 3000

Sensor head

Swan neck

Low-Batt-LED

Gas concentration On/Off-switch

LEDs

Readiness LED Zeropoint key

Battery
compartment
(on the backside)

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Gas sensor
The sensor head contains a sensitive gas sensor, designed and
calibrated for methane. The sensor will also react to other gases such
as propane, hydrogen and gasoline vapours.
The sensor is sensible to dirt and moisture. Avoid exposing the sensor
to dirt or moisture. Never stick the sensor head into the soil or into a
liquid.
Gas sensors which are stored over a longer period of time loose their
functioning point. This is due to “pollution” (binding of oxygen) on the
sensor surface and can not be avoided with putting them to work. For
this reason it is advised to put the instrument to work regularly (every 2
to 3 days) and let it run for about 15 minutes. This way you don’t risk
having to wait when you want to use the instrument. A measurement
signal indicates the end of the warm-up time, which may take up to 45
minutes.
To eliminate dust on or inside the sensor cover, unscrew it and clean it
with compressed air as shown in the following illustration.

Important Information off sensor element!

The sensor is highly corrosive environment to concentration of H2S

hydrogen sulphide, SOx sulphur oxide, Cl2 chlorine, HCL hydrogen
chloride. This leading to corrosion or break of the wires or heater
material.
Furthermore the sensor may not be detected with alkaline material, salt-
water or water. This determine very high drift-performance of the sensor
(zero point stability).
Dampness sensor skills under effect of frost breaking and
destroyed.

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Measurement range
The five gas concentration LEDs of the GPL 3000
cover a measurement range of approx. 10ppm up to
approx. 1Vol%. With increasing concentration the
frequency of the acoustic signal increases until
it emits a constant tone when reaching approx. 1Vol%.

When measuring, keep in mind that methane is lighter than air, causing
it to rise. Always measure above the pipe you are checking or above the
suspected leak.

LED allocation
The 5 LEDs are allocated to the following gas concentrations:

1,0 Vol% methane LED red

0,1 Vol% methane LED red
100 ppm methane LED red
50 ppm methane LED yellow
10 ppm methane LED yellow

If the instrument is factory calibrated for another gas type, the values
refer to this gas.

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Turning on the GPL 3000

As soon as you turn on the GPL 3000 using the On/Off
switch, the warm-up period starts. The sensor requires
this time to reach its operating temperature. The warm-
up period ends when the readiness LED lights up.

Also, in operation state a short signal will sound approx. every 10

seconds („confidence beep“), indicating that the instrument is ready to
measure. Now you can begin measuring.

Zero point
You may set the zero point manually by pressing
the zero point key, setting the present measured
value as zero point.
If the GPL 3000 should measure a value below the
current zero point, the zero point will be updated
automatically. The readiness LED will signal this by
flashing.

The range which the GPL 3000 accepts as zero point is limited.
Therefore you can not „suppress“ a concentration of 1Vol% by pressing
the zero point key.

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Special functions
Disconnect alarm tone
Keep the zero point key pressed for some time. After a while (approx. 2
seconds) the first red gas concentration LED will light up. Release the
zero point key, the alarm sound is disconnected.

To activate the alarm sound again, repeat the

procedure described above.

If you switch the GPL 3000 off using the On/Off switch
and then turn it on again, the alarm sound is
automatically activated.

Disconnect the confidence tone

The confidence beep or readiness sound of the GPL 3000 is telling you
that the instrument is turned on and ready to measure. If you wish you
can disconnect this confidence beep.

Keep the zero point key pressed for some time. After
a while (approx. 2 seconds) the first red gas
concentration LED will light up. Now
keep the zero point key pressed. After another 2
seconds the second red gas concentration LED will
light up. Now release the zero point key, the
confidence beep is disabled.

To turn the confidence beep back on, repeat the same procedure.
If you switch the GPL 3000 off using the On/Off switch and then turn it
on again, the confidence beep is automatically activated.

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Energy supply

The Gas Pen light is energized by two AA (R6) batteries. You may use
regular batteries or rechargeable accumulators. To change the
batteries, open the battery compartment.

The operation time is up to 10 hours.

When the Low Batt LED is lit, it is indicating that the batteries are almost
empty. You should change them.

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Practical hints
Checking natural gas pipes
Hereafter we describe the verification of natural gas mains. Since the
main component of natural gas is methane, which is lighter than air, the
pipes shall be verified from above.

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Checking propane pipes

In contrast to methane, propane is heavier than air. For this reason
measurement should be done from underneath, as shown in the
illustration, in order to obtain the best measurement results.

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Declaration of conformity
Before using this instrument, you must read these instructions carefully.
The instrument may only be used for the herein-described purpose.
Any references to laws, regulations and standards are based on
German legislation.

The design and construction of this instrument, in the version put in

circulation by us, complies with the EC Standard on electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC).

Name of instrument: GPL 3000

Applicable EC standard: EC Directive on Electromagnetic Compatibility

(2004/108/EG)

Applied standards: DIN EN 61000-6-3

Interfering transmissions in residential,
commercial, small business areas
DIN EN 61000-6-2
Resistance against interference in industrial
areas

Any unauthorised modification of the instrument invalidates this

declaration.

Lahr, 31.07.2009
Schütz GmbH Messtechnik

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Inspection sheet
For testing the function and display accuracy of GPD 3000, there is an
inspection sheet available.
Please contact [Link] on the internet.

Terms of use
Please observe the operation manual!

For correct use of this instrument, it is important to read the operating

instructions. The instrument may only be used for the described
purposes.

As far as rules, regulations, laws or other legal provisions concerning

the use of this instrument are mentioned, they are based on German
law. This instrument complies with the European guidelines for
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).

Maintenance
Maintenance and repair work in this instrument may only be done by the
manufacturer or his authorised technicians. Principally only SCHÜTZ –
MESSTECHNIK spare parts should be used.

Warranty
The instrument has a 24-month warranty from the date of purchase.
In case of damaged screw fasteners, the warranty is voided.
The warranty does not include wear and tear materials (sensors and
battery).

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Liability for function and damages

The liability passes over to the owner or operator of the instrument in all
cases in where maintenance or servicing is performed by unauthorized
personnel, or in case the instrument is not used for the purpose, for
which it was designed.

The sensor head should not come in touch with moisture or dirt,
since this would damage it. In this case, the warranty shall be
void. The instrument may not be used to evaluate a gas
concentration, as its sole function is to locate gas accumulations.

Accessories
The following items can be ordered as accessories for the GPD 3000

Reference Designation

232.010 GasPen sensor protection cap

Separator for sensor head
200.233 Battery
AA (R6) battery 1,5V
201.186 Extraction valve
Extraction valve with test cap for GasPen
200.609 Aluminium can with calibration gas
1 Litre 1 Vol% CH4
200.610 Aluminium can with calibration gas
1 Litre 12 bar 2,2 Vol% CH4

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Technical data
Dimensions: approx. 25x45x140mm

Swan neck: approx. 180 mm

Weight: approx. 190g (including battery)

Power supply: 2 batteries Camelion Alkaline PLUS AA

(supplied)

Measurement range: 10 ppm up to 1 Vol. %

Resolution: 5 stages

Operation time: min. 10 hours

The use of low quality batteries or accumulators
drastically reduces the operation time.

Working temperature: 0°C up to +40°C

Storage temperature: -10°C up to +50°C

Manufacturer: Schütz GmbH Messtechnik

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Supply: GPL 3000, plastic , carrying case, 2 AA batteries,

operation manual and certificate

Service:
Schütz GmbH Messtechnik
Im Dornschlag 6
D-77933 Lahr, Schwarzwald
Tel.: +49 (0) 7821 3280 100
Fax.: +49 (0) 7821 3280 222
e-mail: info@[Link]

International Service:

please visit: [Link]

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Test-Report

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Schütz GmbH Messtechnik

Im Dornschlag 6
77933 Lahr
Tel.: +49 (0) 7821 3280 100
Fax: +49 (0) 7821 3280 222

Skype: schuetzmesstechnik
e-mail: info@[Link]
web: [Link]

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