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DOC023.52.03045
FILTRAX
User Manual
02/2015 Edition 4
© HACH-LANGE GmbH, 2003, 2010, 2012, 2015. All rights reserved. Printed in Germany.

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  • Page 1 DOC023.52.03045 FILTRAX User Manual 02/2015 Edition 4 © HACH-LANGE GmbH, 2003, 2010, 2012, 2015. All rights reserved. Printed in Germany.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Section 1 Technical data ............................... 3 Section 2 General information ............................. 5 2.1 Safety information..............................5 2.1.1 Use of hazard information ..........................5 2.1.2 Precautionary labels ............................5 2.2 Applications ................................6 2.3 Functional description..............................6 2.4 Items supplied ................................7 2.5 Instrument layout ...............................
  • Page 4 Contents Section 8 Spare parts..............................51 Section 9 Warranty and liability..........................53 Section 10 Contact ..............................55...

  • Page 5: Section 1 Technical Data

    Section 1 Technical data Table 1-1 FILTRAX Supply: 230 V (option 115 V) ±10% AC, 50-60 Hz Device with system components: 1500 VA Max. (-20° C) Cable Heater off Cont. (-20° C) start-up Power consumption: 150 VA 450 VA < 200 VA...
  • Page 6 Technical data...

  • Page 7: Section 2 General Information

    Section 2 General information 2.1 Safety information Please read this entire manual before unpacking, setting up or operating this equipment. Pay attention to all danger, warning and caution statements. Failure to do so could result in serious injury to the operator or damage to the equipment. Make sure that the protection provided by this equipment is not impaired, do not use or install this equipment in any manner other than that specified in this manual.

  • Page 8: Applications

    General information 2.2 Applications The FILTRAX sampling system is a device for the filtration and pumping of waste water samples from the activated sludge tank or final clarification tank for supplying process instruments with samples free of solids. N O T I C E...

  • Page 9: Items Supplied

    General information 2.4 Items supplied Fig. 2-2 Items supplied Control unit Operating instructions LZX670 (230 V) module carrier with 5 m suction tube 10. Factory test certificate Sample tube 2 m, 10 m, 20 m, 30 m 11. DOC273.xx.04006 Maintenance calendar LZX677 Filter module (2) Included in accessory set LZX702 12.

  • Page 10: Module Carrier

    General information 2.5 Instrument layout 2.5.1 Control unit Fig. 2-3 Control unit Suction tube connection (left or underneath on the left) Air filter cover (air outlet) (Blanking plugs and sealing ring for the unused Door lock opening) Connection for equipotential bonding Green and red signal lamps Air filter cover (air inlet) Sample tube connection (right or underneath on the right)

  • Page 11: Sample Tubes

    General information 2.5.3 Sample tubes Fig. 2-5 Sample tubes Sample tube 2 m, ∅ 23 mm (0.91 inch), not heated Sample pressure tube 3.2 mm OD Sample pressure tube 3.2 mm OD Connecting cable for the tube heater Sample tube 10 m, 20 m, 30 m, ∅ 23 mm (0.91 inch), heated 2.5.4 Filter modules The two filter modules should only be installed during commissioning.
  • Page 12 General information Fig. 2-6 Filter module...

  • Page 13: Section 3 Installation

    Section 3 Installation D A N G E R Only qualified experts should conduct the tasks described in this section. D A N G E R Select an appropriate installation location for the instrument. Plan out the mechanical mount before positioning poles or drilling holes. Make sure the mount has a sufficient bearing capacity.
  • Page 14 Installation Fig. 3-7 Installation overview aaaaaaa aaaa aaaaaaa aaaa aaaaaaa aaaa aaaaaaa aaaa aaaaaaa aaaaaaa aaaaaaa aaaaaaa Module carrier Process instrument Bracket FILTRAX module carrier (option) Sample tube Suction tube 5 m Bracket FILTRAX control unit (option) Control unit...

  • Page 15: Mechanical Installation

    Installation 3.1 Mechanical installation D A N G E R Select an appropriate installation location for the instrument. Plan out the mechanical mount before positioning poles or drilling holes. Make sure the mount has a sufficient bearing capacity. The dowels must be selected and authorized according to the condition of the wall.
  • Page 16 Installation Fig. 3-9 Module carrier and filter module...
  • Page 17 Installation Fig. 3-10 Control unit bracket components HRO304 supporting pipe 1.8 m Included in hardware LZX416: Setscrew M8 x 10 (2) in LZX416 Cheese head bolt M8 x 16 (4) LZY827 base Blanking plug HHH277 bracket (2) Plug EHK063 pipe clamp (2)

  • Page 18: Installing Control Unit With Control Unit Bracket Lzx676

    Installation 3.2 Installing control unit with control unit bracket LZX676 Fig. 3-11 Installation of control unit bracket aaaa aaaa Rear of control unit Bracket (2) Supporting pipe 1.8 m Nut M8 (2) Base Pipe clamp (2) Setscrew M8 x 10 (2) Cheese head bolt M8 x 16 (2) + washer (2) Anchor (4)
  • Page 19 Installation Fig. 3-12 Installation on a wall (hole diagram) Procedure: 1. Make the two upper holes. 2. Use wall plugs and screws from the accessory set. 3. Fit instrument. 4. Mark third hole at the bottom and make hole. 5. Fit instrument. At least 300 mm...
  • Page 20 Installation Fig. 3-13 Components for the module carrier bracket (a) LZY714.99.00020 mounting pipe 2.0 m for LZY714.99.43020 LZY804 fastening lug (b) LZY714.99.00050 mounting pipe 2.0 m with slot on side for LZY714.99.43050 Included in retaining clamp LZY449: Included in hardware LZX416: Clamp half (1) Cheese head bolt M8 x 40 Cheese head bolt M5 x 20 (3)
  • Page 21 Installation Fig. 3-14 Installation of module carrier aa aa aa aa Base Fastening lug Anchor (4) Cheese head bolt M8 x 40 Blanking plug Cheese head bolt M3 x 10 (6) Plug 10. Flat seal Mounting pipe 2.0 m for LZY714.99.43020 or mounting 11.

  • Page 22: Connecting Tubes

    Installation 3.3 Connecting tubes Fig. 3-15 Preparation of suction tube connection Protective tube (transport protection) Cable gland M20 x 1.5 Shrink tube Suction tube Metal sleeve Blanking plug...
  • Page 23 Installation Fig. 3-16 Preparation of sample tube connection Protective tube (transport protection) Cable gland M20 x 1.5 Shrink tube Suction tube Metal sleeve Blanking plug...
  • Page 24 Installation Fig. 3-17 Layout of suction tube Suction tube Air tubes Pipe heater connecting cable Clip Sample suction tubes N O T I C E The tubes must be laid with the aid of the clips such that they cannot chaff due to the vibration from the compressor!
  • Page 25 Installation Note: the sample pressure tube (1) is pushed through the flowmeter from below and fastened to the 90° fitting (3). The fixing screw (2) is then tightened lightly. Fig. 3-18 Laying sample tube Sample pressure tube Pipe heater connecting cable Fixing screw Sample tube 90°...
  • Page 26 Installation Fig. 3-19 Tube diagram Note: always ensure that the tubes are laid correctly! The filter modules may be damaged if sample is pumped back via the sample suction tubes (1)+(2)! Sample suction tube, filter module A or B Pump cartridges Sample suction tube, filter module A or B Metering tube Connecting tube...

  • Page 27: Electrical Connections

    Installation 3.4 Electrical connections N O T I C E Use only earthed sockets for the connection of this device to the power supply. If it is not clear whether the sockets are earthed, have this checked by a qualified electrician.
  • Page 28 Installation Fig. 3-20 Terminal assignments Sicherungen/Fuses 250 V T3,15A L T4A E T3,15A L T4A E T6, 3A L T7A E T6, 3A L T7A E Mains cable (power supply) Heater connecting cable, sample tube Earth connection Heater connecting cable, suction tube N O T I C E Route the signal lines (21, 22, 23, 24) separated from the power cable.

  • Page 29: Connection To Process Instruments

    Installation 3.5 Connection to process instruments The filtered sample passes through the sample pressure tube inside the sample tube to the process instruments connected. The bracket enables the sample tube to be fastened to a wall at a distance of approx.
  • Page 30 LZX701 supplied. If several instruments are supplied from one FILTRAX, the sample must be provided from the first instrument to the next using the 2/4 tube to ensure a short time delay.
  • Page 31 Installation...

  • Page 32: Section 4 Commissioning

    After assembly has been completed, you can place FILTRAX in operation. For this purpose 1. Clip pump cartridges into the control unit 2.
  • Page 33 Commissioning Fig. 4-23 Inserting filter modules...

  • Page 34: Taking Instrument Out Of Operation

    Commissioning 4.2 Taking instrument out of operation 4.2.1 Filter modules If the instrument is to be taken out of operation for an extended period, you should clean the filter modules (sec. 6 Maintenance) and then protect against drying out. For this purpose 4 plastic bags are supplied. Fig.
  • Page 35 Commissioning...

  • Page 36: Section 5 Operation

    Section 5 Operation 5.1 Using the keypad All functions in the instrument are software-controlled. Operation is via menus using the four keys below the display. The current sample volumes (1) for the two filter modules and the operating state of the heating (2) can be seen on the display during operation.

  • Page 37: Menu Overview

    Operation 5.2 Menu overview Menu level 1 Menu level 2 ΔCONTRAST +DEVICEDATA For setting the instrument parameters LANGUAGE HEATER HEAT.START HEAT.STOP WARNING< FAULT< DATE TIME PASSWORD SW-VERSION SW-CO.PROC. MODUL A +SIGNALS For checking internal data in case of MODUL B service TEMPERATURE (control unit) AMPL.

  • Page 38: Devicedata] Menu

    Operation 5.3 [+DEVICEDATA] menu Instrument parameters for adaptation to the related conditions. Note: While the instrument is in this menu, sample pumping continues. If a key is not pressed for longer than ten minutes, the instrument automatically returns to the display of the data on operation.

  • Page 39: Signals] Menu

    Operation 5.4 [+SIGNALS] menu The [+SIGNALS] menu is used for service and inspection by the manufacturer. It is not needed for operation and the instrument settings. Note: While the instrument is in this menu, normal operation continues. If a key is not pressed for longer than ten minutes, the display automatically returns to the display of the data on operation.

  • Page 40: Op.counters] Menu

    Operation 5.5 [+OP.COUNTERS] menu The [+OP.COUNTERS] menu provides information on the duration of the use of the various instrument components and consumables. It is not needed for operation and the instrument settings. Note: While the instrument is in this menu, normal operation continues. If a key is not pressed for longer than ten minutes, the display automatically returns to the display of the data on operation.

  • Page 41: Service] Menu

    Operation 5.6 [+SERVICE] menu Important Note: All maintenance and service work apart from pure visual inspection must be performed with the instrument in this menu! When this menu is opened, If this menu is selected, then initially the message "OK - NO SAMPLE!"...
  • Page 42 Operation MENU Submenu Command Description +SERVICE +OP.COUNTERS Open [+OP.COUNTERS] menu - all counters can now be reset +TEST OF FUNCT. Component Possible selections compressor on, off pump a (back and forward every 3 s), stop pump b (back and forward every 3 s), stop housing fan on, off hous.
  • Page 43 Operation...

  • Page 44: Section 6 Maintenance

    Section 6 Maintenance The manufacturer recommends taking out a service contract. This contract extends the warranty to 5 years and ensures that all inspection and maintenance work is performed by qualified personnel. The maintenance to be performed by the user is then limited to regular visual inspections, replacing consumables and cleaning, if necessary.
  • Page 45 Maintenance The necessary consumables are supplied or included in the set of annual consumables. N O T I C E The sample pressure tube must never be clamped such that it is blocked off - the pressure build up would either result in damage to the tubes or the tube connections would spring off!!

  • Page 46: Every 3 Months

    Maintenance 6.1.1 Weekly Visual inspection • General instrument function • Function of the venting on the filter modules • Quality of the filtered samples • State of the air filter in the control unit 6.1.2 Every 3 months Replacement of consumables and cleaning All maintenance work must be performed in the [+SERVICE] •...

  • Page 47: Every 12 Or 24 Months

    Maintenance 6.1.3 Every 12 or 24 months As part of the service contract by customer service: after 12 months • Replacement of the metering tubes together with the connecting tubes • Replacement of the pump cartridges and pump rollers • Replacement of compressor air filter after 24 months •...

  • Page 48: Menu-Based Cleaning

    Wear safety clothing: Lab coat, Safety glasses, Rubber gloves Action FILTRAX display On all process instruments connected and on the FILTRAX open the [+SERVICE] +FILTERCLEANING menu, then the [+FILTERCLEANING] menu. NO SAMPLE! Lift the module carrier out of the tank or flume and acknowledge with [ok].

  • Page 49: Cleaning With Cleaning Container (Option)

    Maintenance 6.1.5 Cleaning with cleaning container (option) Action FILTRAX display On all process instruments connected and on the FILTRAX open the [+SERVICE] menu to prevent the process instruments drawing in cleaning solution. Choose the [+FILTERCLEANING], NO SAMPLE [+FILTERCLEANING] menu. Lift the module carrier out of the tank or flume and accept with [ok].
  • Page 50 Maintenance Open the [+SERVICE] menu and then the [PREPUMP] function. [+SERVICE] PREPUMP 600 s (count down to 0) 10. 10-15 minutes later place all instruments back in operation.
  • Page 51 Maintenance 6.1.6 Cleaning with cleaning set (option) Action Menu/acknowledge On all process instruments connected and on the FILTRAX open the [+SERVICE] menu to prevent the process instruments drawing in cleaning [+FILTERCLEANING], NO SAMPLE solution. Choose the [+FILTERCLEANING] menu. Lift the module carrier out of the tank or flume and accept 2 x with [ok].

  • Page 52: Section 7 Faults, Causes, Rectification

    Section 7 Faults, causes, rectification Note: FILTRAX has three different types of error messages 7.1 Messages Only text is displayed referring to the need for the replacement of consumables - the green signal lamp remains active. FAULT CAUSE RECTIFICATION The operating time counter for the compressor air Replace compressor air filter and reset operating AIRFILTER COMP.

  • Page 53: Faults

    Faults, causes, rectification 7.3 Faults Text is displayed, the red signal lamp is active and the fault relay contact is set. Action must be taken immediately! FAULT CAUSE RECTIFICATION Electronic fault or FAULT Check sample flow rate, if necessary clean sample no measurable sample flow rate (e.g.
  • Page 54 Section 8 Spare parts Baysilone paste ..............................EZH051 Sample tube 2 m unheated ..........................LZX675 Sample tube 10 m heated 230 V ........................LZX672 Sample tube 10 m heated 115 V ........................LZX671 Sample tube 20 m heated 230 V ........................LZX674 Sample tube 20 m heated 115 V ........................
  • Page 56 Section 9 Warranty and liability The manufacturer warrants that the product supplied is free of material and manufacturing defects and undertakes the obligation to repair or replace any defective parts at zero cost. The warranty period for instruments is 24 months. If a service contract is taken out within 6 months of purchase, the warranty period is extended to 60 months.
  • Page 57 Warranty and liability...
  • Page 58 Fax +34 94 657 33 97 www.hach-lange.dk www.hach-lange.se www.hach-lange.it info@hach-lange.es www.hach-lange.es HACH LANGE LDA HACH LANGE SP. ZO.O. HACH LANGE S.R.O. HACH LANGE S.R.O. Av. do Forte nº8 ul. Krakowska 119 Zastrčená 1278/8 Roľnícka 21 Fracção M PL-50-428 Wrocław CZ-141 00 Praha 4 - Chodov SK-831 07 Bratislava –...
  • Page 59 Contact HACH LANGE D.O.O. ΗΑCH LANGE E.Π.Ε. HACH LANGE D.O.O. HACH LANGE MAROC SARLAU Fajfarjeva 15 Αυλίδος 27 Ivana Severa bb SI-1230 Domžale GR-115 27 Αθήνα HR-42 000 Varaždin Villa 14 – Rue 2 Casa Tel. +386 (0)59 051 000 Τηλ.

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