INFICON GAS-Mate Combustible Gas Leak Detector - Manual (Page 3)

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Introduction
Thank you for buying the INFICON GAS-Mate Combustible Gas Leak Detector.
The GAS-Mate is an intrinsically safe instrument designed to detect leaks of a
variety of combustible gases. It can be used for many leak testing applications
including, but not limited to:

Combustion appliances
 Gas-fired furnaces
 Gas stoves
 Hydrocarbon-based refrigerants
 Gas pipelines, valves and meters
 Heat exchanger testing with combustible gases
The GAS-Mate is sensitive to a variety of hydrocarbons and other gases
including, but not limited to:

Natural Gas
 Cyclopentane
 Isobutane
 Methane
 Propane
 Ethane
 Butane
 Ammonia
 Ethanol
 Forming Gas
NOTE: The GAS-Mate does NOT detect carbon monoxide (CO).
To get the best performance from your GAS-Mate combustible gas leak detector,
please read this manual carefully before you start using the instrument. If you
have any questions or need additional assistance, please call 1-800-344-3304.
We'll be happy to help you!
GAS-Mate's High Performance Features
 Highly advanced thick film, long-life sensor.
 Small sensor and probe tip allow leak checking in tight spaces.
 Automatic adjustment (zeroing) to combustible gases in leak test area for
greater stability.
 Innovative sensitivity touch pad for faster pinpointing of leaks.
 Rugged flexible probe.
 Variable audible signal as well as multiple LEDs to indicate leaks.