BluFlame Combustion Analyzer An all in one, high-tech, multi-tool, the handheld gas analyzer is ideal for the entire commissioning process from setting the input to the fuel pressure to verification of proper draft. Paired with a free innovative iOS and Android diagnostic and reporting application, this compact unit is a true breakthrough in the industry. AccuTools.
Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Company information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.2 Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.3 Warranty claims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.4 Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.5 Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information 1.1 COMPANY INFORMATION AccuTools 3650 Coral Ridge Drive Suite 101 Coral Springs, FL 33065 Phone: (954) 227-0781 Fax: (954) 227-1094 info@accutools.com www.accutoools.com 1.2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Everyone working with the BluFlame must carefully read and understand these operating instructions before starting their work. Always keep these operating instructions at the BluFlame’s location of use.
2.2 SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not use any power adapter other than the one included in order to power the BluFlame. • Do not, under any circumstance, use the probe’s metal tube or any other metal parts / accessories as electrical conductors. 2.4 SYMBOLS USED THROUGHOUT THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Used to warn of a hazard source of any kind Used to warn of caustic liquids • Do not use the BluFlame in or under water.
2.8 MAINTENANCE AND CARE 2.9 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION During all work with the BluFlame, make sure to comply with all applicable legal regulations concerning waste prevention and the proper recycling and disposal of environmentally hazardous substances. Risk posed by voltage when performing work on the BluFlame Muscle cramps, electrical burns, unconsciousness, respiratory arrest, and death.
3.2 BLUFLAME OVERVIEW 3.4 PROBES The BluFlame features a compact and rugged fiber-reinforced plastic case. All the ports used for measurements are located on the lower front side. A variety of flue probe models with non-detachable tubes and replaceable tubes are available for the BluFlame. For a full list, please refer to the company’s latest price list. The BluFlame is controlled exclusively with its touch display.
Using the BluFlame 4.2 DISPLAY LAYOUT All the information required in order to use the BluFlame is provided on the display, which has the following layout: 4.1 TURNING THE BLUFLAME ON AND OFF Turning on the BluFlame 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Start Measurement Battery Charge Indicator Zeroing Status Bar Scroll Bar SD Card in Card Reader – Green Indicator: Read and Write Access – Yellow Indicator: Read Access Only (Write-Protected SD Card) 6. Buttons for Scrolling Up and Down 7. Menu Content Display 1.
4.5 CARRYING OUT A FLUE GAS MEASUREMENT The vent opening at the back of the BluFlame must not be covered or otherwise obstructed during the measurement. 4.6 DRAFT / PRESSURE MEASUREMENT IN FLUE GAS MEASUREMENT The BluFlame can be used to measure the draft in the flue pipe at the probe tip’s location. This draft measurement is independent of the actual upstream or downstream flue gas measurement. • Tap the context menu button. • Tap “Draft/Press.
4.7 CONNECTION CONFIGURATION FOR DRAFT MEASUREMENTS Measurement menu: Please refer to section 7, “Carrying out measurements,” on page 13. Storage Menu: Please refer to section 8, “Storage,” on page 14. Extras Menu: Please refer to section 9, “EXTRAS / Settings,” on page 16. Initial Setup Once the BluFlame is ready for operation, you can take advantage of the initial setup to configure a number of settings as required for your specific needs. All settings can be changed at any time. 5.
5.2 CONFIGURING DEVICE SETTINGS 5.4 CONFIGURING MEASURING PROGRAMS • Select the following: To carry out a flue gas measurement, you must select one of the 4 preconfigurable measuring programs. Three of the measuring programs are already predefined, but can be modified. You can define the remaining measuring program according to your specific needs. ➡ Menu: Extras ➡ Settings.
5.6 FUEL SELECTION AND O2 REFERENCE VALUE 5.8 CONFIGURING THE READING DISPLAY Every time you open a measuring program for the flue gas measurement, you can select a fuel from the . This list will show all available fuels. The BluFlame will display a total of 20 readings distributed among 5 pages with 4 readings each. • Select the following: Gas measurements ➡ Gas measurement ➡ You can define which readings should be shown where on each reading screen.
Preparing for a Measurement 6.1 POWERING THE DEVICE The BluFlame can run on either of the following: • The internal rechargeable battery (included) • The power adapter (included) Do not connect any external accessories unless the BluFlame is turned off. 6.2 AUTO-OFF The auto-off function will turn off the BluFlame in the measurement, storage, and extras menus after 60 minutes of no user input. 6.
Emptying the condensate container • Disconnect tubes (1) and (5). • U nscrew the condensate container’s upper (in the arrow’s direction) sealing plug (3) and empty the condensate that has accumulated. • Unscrew the pocket star filter (2). Carrying out Measurements Every BluFlame features the full functionality required to carry out flue gas measurements. Following is a description of the process for this flue gas measurement. After it is turned on, the BluFlame will have the Measurement menu active.
7.6 STOPPING A MEASUREMENT 7.10 CO (AMBIENT) You can stop an ongoing flue gas measurement at any time by using the stop button. When you do this, the screen will change color and the readings will be frozen. The goal of this measuring program is to verify a CO concentration in the measuring location’s surroundings. When you change the country, the CO (ambient) menu option will appear.
8.2 STORAGE INFORMATION • I n the “Storage” menu option, select the “Storage info” option to view information about the saved site and the measurements. • Up to 1,000 sites and 3,000 readings can be stored. 8.3 SITES ADMINISTRATION In the “Sites administration” menu option, you can: • View all the data for the saved sites • Create new sites • Delete sites Importing sites With this function, the BluFlame can import a site master from a PC or from a different measuring device.
The file will include column headers and will contain the site No., date/time, measuring program, fuel, CO2 max, O2 reference value, all readings with units that are also available in the BluFlame, e.g., smoke numbers, derivatives, and boiler temperature. Excerpt from a sample file Extras / Settings The BluFlame originally comes with software that is configured with default settings that in most cases will cover your needs.
Maintenance and Care 9.4 LEAK TEST When running a leak test, the BluFlame will test the system (incl. the condensate trap/the gas cooler) all the way to the probe tip for leaks. To do this, the internal gas pump will generate a vacuum that will be measured with the integrated draft sensor and monitored for a period of 10 seconds. The magnitude of the observed pressure drop will then be used to determine whether the system has any leaks.
Attachment • T urn the sensor lid counterclockwise back to its original position. Make sure not to squeeze the tube leading to the lid. 11.1 REPLACING SENSORS • Screw the sensor lid screws back in. • When you turn on the BluFlame, a prompt saying “New sensor” will appear. As soon as a new compatible sensor is inserted, the BluFlame will detect it and ask whether the sensor should be installed. • Confirm the prompt with “Yes.
READINGS ELECTROCHEMICAL SENSOR NO ELECTROCHEMICAL SENSOR O2 Nominal Measuring Range 0 ... 5000 ppm Measuring Range 0 ... 21% Overload Range < 10000 ppm Resolution 0.1 Vol. % Resolution 1 ppm Abs. Accuracy ± 0.2 Vol. % T90 Response Time < 30 s Absolute Accuracy / % of Reading ± 5 ppm / 5% (0 ...
11.3 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE CALCULATED VALUES • Turn on the BluFlame. CO2 • Select the following: ➡ Extras ➡ Device info ➡ The third line will show, e.g.: Firmware version 0.99.30 Measuring Range (Fuel-Dependent) 0 - CO2 max Abs.Accuracy ± 0.3 Vol. % If you run into any problems during the update, we will need you to provide certain information.
11.4 ANALYSIS AND CALCULATION VARIABLES MEASURED CONTINUOUSLY UNIT O2 [%] Air Temp. (Thermocouple) [ °F ] Flue Gas Temp.
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