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6.5 Final Check List ..............................60 Appendix A Troubleshooting ..........................61 Troubleshooting the Liquid Sensor........................61 Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Troubleshooting Flow Chart ............ 62 Troubleshooting Flow Chart, continued......................63 Appendix B Quick Reference Guide........................65 Program Flow Chart ............................66 Programming Flow Chart, continued ........................
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Table of Contents Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (5 of 15)..............73 Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (6 of 15)..............74 Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (7 of 15)..............75 Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (8 of 15)..............76 Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (9 of 15)..............
Safety Precautions Please read this entire manual before unpacking, setting up, or operating this instrument. Pay particular attention to all danger and caution statements. Failure to do so could result in serious injury to the operator or damage to the equipment. To ensure the protection provided by this equipment is not impaired, do not use or install this equipment in any manner other than that which is specified in this manual.
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Safety Precautions Hazardous Locations The Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler is not approved for use in hazardous locations as defined in the National Electrical Code. DANGER DANGER Although some Sigma products Bien que certains produits Sigma soient conçus et certifiés pour être installés are designed and certified for dans des endroits dangereux tels que définis par le National Electric Code, de...
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Safety Precautions Confined Space Entry Important Note: The following information is provided to guide users of Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Samplers on the dangers and risks associated with entry into confined spaces. On April 15, 1993, OSHA's final ruling on CFR 1910.146, Permit Required Confined Spaces, became law.
Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. General Width: 71 cm (28 in.) Depth: 71 cm (28 in.) Dimensions Height: 125 cm (49 in.) Weight: 79 kg (175 lb) Cabinet Fiberglass reinforced plastic with beige UV-inhibited polymer laminate High speed peristaltic, dual roller, used with custom purchased in.
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Specifications Multiple Programs Stores up to five sampling programs. Allows using two samplers in combination where the first sampler at the completion of Cascade the program initiates the second. Records program start time and date, stores up to 400 sample collection times/dates, all program entries, operational status including number of minutes or pulses to the Data Logging next sample, bottle number, number of samples collected, number remaining, sample...
Section 1 Introduction 1.1 Instrument Description The Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler is designed to automatically collect and preserve samples from a liquid source using refrigeration. The sampler is suitable for collection of conventional and toxic pollutants and suspended solids.
Section 1 sample source, the time required for liquid to reach the sensor will increase. The microprocessor automatically compensates for this change by allowing the peristaltic pump to deliver sample liquid for a corresponding longer period of time. Conversely, if suction lift decreases due to an increase in level at the sample source, the time required for liquid to the sensor will decrease.
INSTALLATION DANGER Some of the following manual sections contain information in the form of warnings, cautions and notes that require special attention. Read and follow these instructions carefully to avoid personal injury and damage to the instrument. Only personnel qualified to do so, should conduct the installation/maintenance tasks described in this portion of the manual.
Section 2 Installation Selecting the Installation Site The sampler is designed for outdoor installation and does not require a DANGER This product is not designed for secondary enclosure. Stainless steel angle rails are located on the left side hazardous locations where and right underside of the refrigerator cabinet and anchor the sampler to a combustible environments may concrete pad (expansion bolts not included) or grating.
Section 2 Figure 2 Anchor Bracket Mounting Kit 76.2 cm (30.0 in.) 8.64 cm 3.05 cm (3.40 in.) 70.13 cm (27.61 in.) 48.26 cm (1.20 in.) 1.9 cm (19.00 in.) 1.7 cm (0.75 in.) (0.66 in) 72.92 cm (28.71 in.) 73.41 cm 76.76 cm (28.90 in.)
Section 2 Figure 3 Pump Tube Loading 2.3.1 Attaching the Intake Line ® Connect the vinyl tubing as described below. To connect the Teflon tubing, use the Connection Kit for Teflon Tubing (Cat. No. 2186) and the instructions that follow. Attaching the Vinyl Tubing 1.
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Section 2 Attaching the Teflon Tubing The connection kit contains two identical assemblies, one for the connecting the Teflon tubing to the stainless steel Tubing Connector, the other for connecting the Teflon tubing to the Intake Strainer. The kit contains six clamps, two lengths of silicon tubing, and two stainless steel barbed fittings.
Section 2 2.4 Setting Up the Intake Line and Strainer For each sampling location, the intake line should be as short as practical, Note: If site conditions do not permit the intake to slope downward from and be free of any sharp bends, coils, or loops. Install the intake line with a the sampler to the sample source, downward slope from the sampler to the sample source because: disable the liquid sensors and...
Section 2 6. Make sure the power circuit is grounded and protected with a Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI). 2.7 Flow Proportional Operation The 900 All Weather Refrigerator Sampler is equipped to receive a momentary (minimum 25 millisecond) dry contact closure of 5 to 17 V dc from an external flow meter to collect samples in proportion to the stream flow.
Section 2 multimeter, with an appropriate range to measure 1 to 5 V dc. With transmitter on, and the 4–20 mA interface wired into the series loop, attach the (+) test probe to the wire with clear insulation and the common (-) test probe to the wire with black insulation.
Section 3 Connecting to External Devices The Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler can connect to several different external devices. This chapter describes the characteristics of each interface connector signal on the sampler and pin assignments. Section 5 contains information on programming the sampler to connect to external devices.
Section 3 This line is held at 5 V dc inside the sampler. When shorted to ground (Pin B), a signal is sent to the microprocessor inside the sampler causing it to “wake up” and begin or resume its sampling program. It can be used in 24 V dc Liquid Level Actuator/ conjunction with a simple level float to actuate the sampler when liquid is...
MAINTENANCE DANGER Some of the following manual sections contain information in the form of warnings, cautions and notes that require special attention. Read and follow these instructions carefully to avoid personal injury and damage to the instrument. Only personnel qualified to do so, should conduct the maintenance tasks described in this portion of the manual.
Only a qualified technician should service the Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler. Some tasks, such as replacing the desiccant module, are easy to do and can be performed by anyone. Other steps require...
Section 4 4.2.1 Tubing Life Estimates Pump tubing life depends on several factors: • Distance from sample source. Locate the sampler as close to the sample source as possible. • Vertical lift. Minimize the vertical lift (ideally, 15 feet or less). •...
Section 4 4.2.2 Replacing Pump Tubing 1. To replace the pump tube, remove the four screws on the pump cover. Note: Do not lubricate the pump tube with silicone grease, petroleum jelly, oil, or any other lubricant, as 2. Remove the front cover of the pump housing. this will substantially reduce the life of the pump tube and roller 3.
Section 4 is located in the refrigerated compartment right rear corner, and is held in place by a clip bracket. 1. Shut off sampler controller by pressing the button. 2. Prepare an ice bath in a 500 mL beaker, using a 50/50 mix of crushed ice and water.
Section 4 4.7 Resetting the Circuit Breaker 1. Disconnect ac power from the unit. DANGER Disconnect ac power from sample before attempting to reset 2. Remove the six screws holding the louverd panel to the upper rear the internal circuit breaker. surface of the unit.
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OPERATION DANGER Handling chemical samples, standards, and reagents can be dangerous. Review the necessary Material Safety Data Sheets and become familiar with all safety procedures before handling any chemicals. DANGER La manipulation des échantillons chimiques, étalons et réactifs peut être dangereuse. Lire les Fiches de Données de Sécurité...
Section 5 Programming 5.1 Keypad and Key Functions Figure 11 shows the 18-position keypad and 24-character alphanumeric display. Function Energizes sampler De-energizes sampler and halts program in process Initiates the sampling program and resets all counts to zero (including datalogger); in START PROGRAM multiple bottle mode, this key also causes the distributor to advance to bottle #1.
Section 5 Figure 11 Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Keypad and Display 5.2 Tips and Techniques for Programming the Instrument • The instrument beeps each time a key is pressed. • After the key is pressed, the display will show one of the following...
Section 5 5.4 Using the Sampler for the First Time When turning the sampler on for the first time press the * key to enter parameter entry mode and continue with Step 3 in section 5.4.1.1. 5.4.1 Getting the Sampler into “Standby State” To access Parameter Entry mode, the sampler must be in a standby state.
Section 5 12. Press to cause other choices to appear in the display. When the desired units appear on the display, press the key. 13. The display then shows: ENTER LENGTH OF INTAKE TUBING, . Enter the length of the intake tubing between the LENGTH = _ _ _ FEET sampler and the intake strainer (from 3 to 99 feet).
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Section 5 Item Message Description of Message Number When the advanced program features are enabled, this message appears after the delay time/date has been entered. Press to enter the time and date for the PROGRAM STOP? program to stop. After the stop time and date have been entered, the display advances to the prompt shown in item 6c.
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Section 5 Item Message Description of Message Number Enter the number of samples to be collected. Because sample liquid is delivered to all SAMPLE = _ _ _ bottles with each initiation, the number of samples in this entry also equals the number of distributor arm revolutions, after which the program terminates.
Section 5 Item Message Description of Message Number Press the key to initiate another sample cycle, if the key was pressed STOP PUMP TRY AGAIN? before or after the desired volume was obtained. If you press the key, the message in item 14 will appear.
Section 5 5. If the desired indicator is flashing on the display, press the key. If the desired indicator is not flashing, press the key. This will cause the other indicator to flash. 6. Press the key. The month will begin to flash. Select the correct day, month and year using the same procedure as you used to set the time.
Section 5 5.9 Manual Mode 5.9.1 Manually Operating the Sample Pump 1. To manually operate the pump, place the sampler in standby state. The sampler is in standby state when the display reads READY TO START , or PROGRAM HALTED PROGRAM COMPLETE 2.
In addition to performing basic sampling routines, Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Samplers that are equipped with the storm water monitoring program have the following additional capabilities.
Section 5 • When sampling with multiple bottles, the sampler can be programmed to collect one large “first flush” sample (or small multiple samples) at timed interval(s). The number of bottles segregated for the first flush sample is selectable. Concurrently, flow weighted samples are collected from the beginning of the storm until all remaining bottle(s) are filled, or after a user selected time has elapsed.
Section 5 Item Message Description of Message Number There are two sample volume calibration methods, “Auto Calibrate” and “Timed Calibrate”. The Auto Calibrate method uses the liquid sensor to determine sample volume and can only be used if the sampler is located above the sample source. The AUTO CALIBRATE? intake tubing must slope downward from the sampler to the source and should be free of any loops.
Section 5 The valve isolates the sampler intake tubing from the pressurized line between samples and facilitates changing the pump tube. It is necessary to have an external separate power supply/source to operate the valve. Mode 3 (Fault Output) The sampler sends a 12 V dc output for one second in the event of a missed sample.
Section 5 Message Description of Message If you press the key, all programmed settings will appear on the display. Pressing the REVIEW PROGRAM? will place the sampler back into the standby state. LOW BATTERY This message indicates that the external battery is low and requires recharging. MEMORY POWER LOW This message indicates that the internal lithium battery is low and needs to be replaced.
Section 5 5.14.1 Program Start/Stop The sampler can be programmed for up to 12 start/stop intervals. You can directly enter the time and date of each start and stop period by using the sampler keypad. This feature is useful for collecting samples on or around work shifts or other irregular schedules.
Section 5 5.14.5 Timed Bottle—Pre-Advanced Mode When using the timed bottle mode explained above, there may come a case where the bottle fills up before the desired time for the bottle is complete. Normally, if this occurs and a new sample is requested, the sample is missed because the bottle is full and it is not time to move to the next bottle.
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Section 5 2. Multiply the flow increment between samples, f, by the pulse frequency output of the flow meter (i.e. 1 pulse per 100 gallons, 1 pulse per 1,000 gallons, etc.). If the pulse frequency output of the flow meter is not known, consult the flow meter manufacturer.
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Section 5 Flow Proportional Sampling, External—Using 4–20 mA Signal Converted to Pulses, Flow Signal Interface The Flow Signal Interface (Cat. No. 2021) is an optional 4–20 mA interface that converts 4–20 mA current signals (from a flow meter) to 12 V dc pulses. At 20 mA, the interface transmits ten 12-volt pulses per minute.
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Section 5 Example 2 You want to collect 48 samples over a 24-hour period on a 4–20 mA flow proportional basis. Average Flow Rate = 1.75 mgd (average flow rate over the 24-hour period) Maximum Flow Rate = 3 mgd a = 1440 minutes 1.
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Section 5 3. Multiply Q x t x 10. × × 0.33 mgd 15 min/sample 49.5 Therefore, the value entered for is 50. INTV = _ _ _ _ CNTS Example 5 It is desired to collect 30 samples over a 2-day period. Average Flow Rate = 0.25 cfs (average flow rate over the 48-hour period) Maximum Flow Rate = 1 cfs a = 2,880 minutes...
Section 6 Programming Worksheets 6.1 Main Sampler Program Name: Date: ID#: DTU Revision: 900 Revision: Press the * key to begin or modify a program. 1. Alter Parameters? Press to begin. 2. Enable Advanced Program Features? Advanced Program? Press to enable the advanced program features. Advanced Program Features are: •...
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Section 6 Name: Date: ID#: 14. Discrete Mode: Samples / Bottle or Bottles / Sample? Press to select mode. Samp/Bottle = __________ Bottle/Sample = _________ 15. Change Volume? then all prior settings will be kept, go to Step 15. then: a.
Section 6 6.2 Volume Calibration Sheet Name: Date: ID#: 1. Auto Calibrate? then go to Step 4. then: a. Ready to Pump? Press the key to begin pumping liquid into graduated cylinder. YES/ENTER 2. Enter actual volume pumped: _____________________ 3. Program continued at Step 15 in Main Sampler Program. You must completely step through the Main Sampler Program until you reach step 18.
Section 6 6.3 Stormwater Setup Sheet Name: Date: ID#: Press and hold key for several seconds. CLEAR ENTRY 1. Level Control? Press to activate Storm Mode. 2. Storm Mode? Press to get into storm program. 3. First Flush Interval = _______ min. 4.
Section 6 6.4 Stormwater Program Checklist Name: Date: ID#: Storm Mode Site I.D.: Program Number: Level Control Stormwater First Flush Period = __________ min. First Flush Bottles = __________ __________________ Bottle/Sample or Sample/Bottle _____________________ Sample Volume ______________________ Main Program _____________ Mode, Sample Interval = _____________ Discrete Mode, _____________ Bottle/Sample or Sample/Bottle Sample Volume = ____________________ Intake Faults...
Section 6 6.5 Final Check List For Storm Water Setup • Intake tubing must slope downward from the sampler to the source—no loops or dips. • Does the pump create a lift? If not: • Did you secure the anchor strainer to prevent the flow velocity from lifting the strainer to the water surface and exposing it to air? •...
Appendix A Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Liquid Sensor The liquid sensor contains a high frequency sound transmitter and receiver. High frequency sound waver are sent through the silicone pump tubing by vibrating a piezoelectric crystal. The sound waves are received on the other side of the tubing by a a receiving crystal which acts like a microphone.
Appendix A Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Troubleshooting Flow Chart Cabinet Temperature Fault Be sure door is shut tight, then wait 90 minutes and ! DANGER ! AC power is exposed when Power Supply / check system diagnostics. Thermal Conmtrol box is removed!
Appendix A Troubleshooting Flow Chart, continued Is the compressor physically running? Is the 'comp on' LED lit in the PS / TC box? Is AC line voltage present Is nominal 5 VDC present at TB5 in the PS/TC box? at TP2 in the PS/TC box? Sampler Controller Compressor...
Appendix B Quick Reference Guide For best results, read the instrument manual before beginning. Use this guide as a reminder. Select the Location Place the sampler on level ground or suspend it from a suspension harness as close to the sample source as possible. Insert the Bottles Install the desired bottle positioner and bottle set in the tray.
Appendix B Program Flow Chart Ready to Start Program Halted Program Complete Parameter Entry Press Review Parameters Alter Parameters? Return to Standby Advanced Program? (YES to Enable, NO to Disable) Enter number of sample bottles (1 or 24 with standard program, 1, 2, 4, 8, or 24 with Adv Prog.) Enter units for bottle volume (ML or Gal) Enter bottle volume (in specified units) Enter units for tubing length (FT or CM)
Appendix B Programming Flow Chart, continued Change Volume? Enter Sample Volume Calibrate Volume? Timed Calibrate? Auto Calibrate? Ready to Pump? Ready to Pump? Enter Actual Stop at Mark Volume Pumped Try Again? Intake Rinse? Intake Rinse? Set # of Rinses Set # of Rinses Ready to Pump? Intake Fault?
Appendix B Level Control/First Flush Flow Chart Level Control? (press & hold CLEAR ENTRY key) Storm Mode? Level Start? Level Start / Stop? Sample on Level? External Start? (External signal initiates program) First Flush Interval = ______ Min. If using If using Single Bottle Multiple Bottles...
Appendix C Engineering Drawings Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (1 of 15) Item Description Cat. No. Overlay 8807 Screw SE 343 Desiccant Bag 8849 SE 306 Washer (Tighten to 8 in./lb) SE 301 O-ring, Main Seal 8606 Lock Nut...
Appendix C Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (6 of 15) Item Description Thermal Control Sampler Power ac Power Back-up (option) Controller Compartment Heater (option) Compressor Heater Compressor Evaporator Heater ac Power Page 74 Engineering Drawings 8837apdx_drawings.fm...
Appendix C Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (7 of 15) Green Blue Purple Thermal White Control Yellow Grey Black Brown Bare Black Orange Evaporator Heater White Black Option Controller Heater Green Gound White Black/Bare Compressor Black Black Black...
Appendix C 900 All Weather Refrigerated Assembly (10 of 15) White Wire Black Wire Green Wire Motor Wiring Diagram Item Description Cat. No. Item Description Cat. No. Copper Tube, ¼ OD 1965 Fan Motor Bracket 8692 Quick Disconnect Terminal SE892 Lock Washer SE704 Fan Motor...
Appendix C Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (12 of 15) Item Description Cat. No. Power Junction Assembly Thermal Control 8725 Cable Tie SE 817 Wire-hold-down 7289 Final Cabinet Assembly 8700 120 V Refrigerated Assembly 3546 Power Supply Cord...
Appendix C Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (13 of 15) Apply Adhesive to Entire Surface Heat Exchanger To Be Wrapped With Catalog Quan Catalog Item Description Item Description ntity Number tity Number Evaporator Temp. Sensor Adhesive SE893 8726...
Appendix C Sigma 900 All Weather Refrigerated Sampler Assembly (14 of 15) Item Description Cat. No. External Thermal Control Cable Assembly 8591 External Power Supply Cable Assembly 8763 Washer SE 708 Screw SE 702 Evaporator Assembly 3538 Screw SE 717...
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GENERAL INFORMATION At Hach Company, customer service is an important part of every product we make. With that in mind, we have compiled the following information for your convenience. Page 85 GENERAL INFORMATION 8837g-stop.fm...
Parts and Accessories Description Part Number 3-way Splitter Assembly ............................939 4–20 mA Interface, 10 ft Cable ........................... 2021 900 Series Peristaltic Pump Tubing, 15 ft ...................... 4600-15 900 Series Peristaltic Pump Tubing, 50 ft ...................... 4600-50 900 Series Peristaltic Pump Tube Insert ......................8888 All Weather Refrigerated Cabinet, 115 V ac .......................
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Index Numerics 12 V dc ..............23 Key Functions ............35 4-20 mA Input ............20 Keypad ..............36 Advanced Program Features ........ 48 Language Anchor Bracket Mounting ........15 Selection ............36 Auxillary Receptacle ..........21 Level Control ............44 Pin Assignments ..........
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Index Standby state, accessing ........37 Trouble Output ............47 Start/Stop .............. 49 Troubleshooting ............ 61 Storm Water ............44 Tubing length, programming ......... 38 Tubing Life Estimates ..........28 Two-, Four-, and Eight-Bottle Sampling ....49 Time, setting ............41 Timed Bottle ............