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version: 1.03
ON-LINE ANALYZER

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL version: 1.03 ON-LINE ANALYZER...
  • Page 2 STAC2 INSTALLATION & USER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    STAC2 S U M M A R Y 1 REMARK ................................6 2 WARRANTY ..............................8 3 INFORMATION .............................. 10 4 PRECAUTIONS OF USE ..........................12 5 INSTALLATION ............................. 15 5.1 ANALYZER INSTALLATION ........................15 5.2 ANALYZER DESCRIPTION ........................15 5.2.1 COMPLETE SIZE OF THE ANALYZER .....................
  • Page 4 STAC2 9.1 STARTING ..............................36 9.2 MAIN TOP INFORMATIONS ........................37 9.2.1 START / STOP MEASUREMENT PROCESS CYCLE ................. 37 9.3 MAIN MENU .............................. 40 9.4 DASHBOARD PAGE ..........................40 9.4.1 MEASUREMENT FILTER SELECTOR ....................40 9.4.1.1 Export or delete measurement periods ......................41 9.4.2 PARAMETERS TIME EVOLUTION CHART ..................
  • Page 5 STAC2 - 5 -...

  • Page 6: Remark

    The information contained in this document may be the object of patents or patent applications by SECOMAM. The possession of this document does not confer any license to such patents. The following names are AQUALABO’s registered trademarks throughout the world. SECOMAM STAC2 This manual is updated periodically.
  • Page 7 STAC2 - 7 -...

  • Page 8: Warranty

    − Any breakdown due to the use of parts not supplied by AQUALABO, on AQUALABO equipment − Any breakdown due to the transporting of the equipment in packaging which is not its original packaging −...
  • Page 9 AQUALABO's property. It is legally protected by the international copyright (c) laws. AQUALABO grants a license to use its software to the user. This may not be disclosed, used or duplicated with the intention to save it, without AQUALABO's written permission. The beneficiary must attach a copy of this document to all authorized partial or total reproductions.

  • Page 10: Information

    If the unit is not immediately installed, it should be stored in a dry and clean area. The storage temperature should be between 10 and 40°C. AQUALABO equipment is carefully inspected before it is packed. As soon as you receive your equipment, check the condition of the packaging and if you notice any problems, notify your carrier within 48 hours.
  • Page 11 STAC2 - 11 -...

  • Page 12: Precautions Of Use

    ➢ Install the instrument in a ventilated area because of ambient temperature limits (see details) for a correct measurement working. ➢ All operations made inside the instrument, must be done by AQUALABO or by AQUALABO’s authorized technicians. ➢ Use of the spectrophotometer without danger...
  • Page 13 STAC2 - 13 -...

  • Page 15: Installation

    STAC2 INSTALLATION 5.1 ANALYZER INSTALLATION The STAC2 has to be installed in: - dry and clean place, (see recommendation in case of this situation) - away from humidity, (see recommendation in case of this situation) - away from corrosive vapors (see recommendation in case of this situation) - heated during the winter - ventilated during the summer - temperature room must be between 10°C and 40°C.

  • Page 16: Case Details

    STAC2 5.2.2 CASE DETAILS 5.2.2.1 Sizes Fig. 2 Front & Rear case Height: 500 mm Width: 400 mm Deep: 265 mm Fixation: 535mm x 375mm Weight: 25 kg 5.2.2.2 Connections view Fig. 5 Top fluid output & Air Fig. 4 Bottom fluid inputs pressure port Fig.

  • Page 17: Fluid Components

    STAC2 The electronic case includes: Electronic boards. Optical measurement system. Dedicated internal power supplies. Connections for main power, MODBUS, Ethernet and USB ports. 5.2.3 FLUID COMPONENTS 5.2.3.1 Description 1x fluid channel output Flow cell Peristaltic pump 6x pinch valves Dilution loop 6x fluid channel inputs Fig.

  • Page 18: Measurement System

    Optical system including XENON lamp and dedicated electronics & optics. Flow cell (2, 5 or 50 mm optical path following the concentration to measure). Only expert AQUALABO service people are allowed to access internal monochromator system. Any customer dommages or access inside this area will automatically avoid warranty.

  • Page 19: Fluids Connection (Sample & Air Pressure)

    STAC2 5.3 FLUIDS CONNECTION (SAMPLE & AIR PRESSURE) Output tube Clean Air pressure input port Liquid leaks output port (security in case of abnormal internal leaks) Rinse solution Blank solution Sample 1 Optional Sample 2 to 4 Fig. 5 Fluids connection drawing Output tube (Flowing case) is going towards the waste.

  • Page 20: Sample Inlet

    STAC2 5.4 SAMPLE INLET 5.4.1 PERISTALTIC PUMP RATE OF FLOW Around 13 liters per hour Around 220 ml per 60 seconds. Theoretic volume = 0.019 liter per tube length meter (tube internal diameter: 5 mm). 5.4.2 SAMPLE CHARACTERISTICS Generally the sample does not need to be prepared before the measuring. NOTE 1 Nevertheless, in certain conditions, it must be cooled or warmed to avoid the condensation on the measure flow through cuvette.

  • Page 21: Overflow Pot

    STAC2 If the sample is not accessible near the device, install a constant level flow cuvette. 0.4 meter 0.3 meter 1 meter FLOOR Fig. 7 Synoptic of liquid circuit. N.B.: DO NOT FORGET TO INSTALL A DRAIN GUTTER TO CARRY THE SAMPLES AND DRAIN TO THE SEWER.

  • Page 22: Rinsing Solution

    STAC2 Overflow pot includes: - a cuvette with overflow, - a stopping valve to isolated the system, - a purge valve to empty the cuvette, - a strainer (if necessary) to stop big particles. 5.4.5 RINSING SOLUTION The rinsing solution can be different according with the solution to analyze. Generally we advice you to use chlorine water at 48°...

  • Page 23: The Blank Solution

    STAC2 5.4.6.2 The blank solution The blank solution will have imperatively to be high purity water if the sample contains small quantity of COT and/or suspended matter (ground water, spring water,…). In the other cases, distilled or demineralized water will be enough. WARNING: If the user manufactures the demineralized water in his laboratory, he has to be sure that this water is “clean”...

  • Page 24: Electrical Connections

    STAC2 5.5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5.5.1 OVERVIEW RTU MODBUS RS485 RJ45 Ethernet port (TCP/IP MODBUS) USB port for USB key mass storage (only) 24VDC/3A power supply Fig. 9 General connection drawing 24VDC/3A +/-0.5VDC Power supply cable MODBUS RS485 cable Ethernet RJ45 cable USB-B connector for USB key ONLY.

  • Page 25: Modbus Rtu (Rs485)

    STAC2 5.5.2 MODBUS RTU (RS485) The RS485 connection allows the analyzer to communicate with MODBUS protocol on a RS485 bus. 5.5.2.1 Pins connection details N° pin DB9 connector Color Designation Signification Black Ground Orange RS485_A MODBUS A signal Brown RS485_B MODBUS B signal 12VDC / 0.5A(max) Optional 12VDC output...

  • Page 26: Power Supply

    STAC2 5.5.5 POWER SUPPLY If connected to an external source without power supply case. Characteristic: 24VDC/3A +/-0.5VDC If connected to the main through power supply optional module Mains: 230 V single phases, 50/60 Hz. Power: 100 W +24VDC / 3A (Black wire) +/-0.5VDC (Blue wire)

  • Page 28: Connectivity Setup

    STAC2 CONNECTIVITY SETUP STAC2 analyzer is a modern instrument, able to be connected on Ethernet or WIFI network. There is no physical screen on the instrument itself, and the human interface is based on an embedded Web page, user can access thru the network. This Web Page able the customer to manage the complete configuration, status and results of the STAC2.

  • Page 29: Connection On A Wired Network

    STAC2 direct wire connection IP : 192.168.200.201 MASK : 255.255.255.0 GATEWAY : 192.168.200.200 (STAC2 IP) IP : 192.168.200.200 6.1.1.2 Connection on a wired network In the case of a connection on a network, there is generally a running DHCP service distributing IP address to any devices connected on the network.

  • Page 30: Recue Wifi

    STAC2 The user defined WIFI parameters can be set in the General Configuration page (see chapter XXX). 6.1.2.1 Recue wifi The rescue WIFI, able the user to connect to the STAC2 with a smartphone or tablet in hotspot mode if no wire connection or user WIFI is not available.

  • Page 32: Modbus Connectivity

    STAC2 MODBUS CONNECTIVITY 7.1 GENERALITY STAC2 is compatible with MODBUS TCP/IP and MODBUS RTU. MODBUS TCP/IP able an external system to communicate with STAC2 through the Ethernet STAC2 port (see 9.6.3 chapter for IP setting). STAC2 Ethernet port MODBUS RTU able an external system to communicate with STAC2 through the SubD9 port (see 5.5.2 for electrical and protocol definition) STAC2 MODBUS definition comply with normalised MODBUS function definition: Function 03 Read Holding Registers...

  • Page 33: Modbus Base Address & Slave Address

    STAC2 7.2 MODBUS BASE ADDRESS & SLAVE ADDRESS STAC2 base address is 0 based. STAC2 default Slave Address is equal to 200 and is available only for MODBUS RTU mode. Slave Address can be changed by writing into the corresponding MODBUS address register (see register’...

  • Page 34: Led Indicator

    STAC2 LED INDICATOR 8.1 LED DEFINITION STAC2 has no display, and all configuration functions and results are accessible through the embed Web Page server (see chapter 9). Nevertheless, STAC2 is equipped with small lights indicators and one digit display to show all the following primary base information: Power ON light indicator READY: Green light showing the STAC2 is ready to execute actions.

  • Page 35: Eight Digits Display

    In case of an error occur, the eight segment digit will display an error code related to the UNCRITICAL or CRITICAL one. In this case try to solve the problem if you know it or contact AQUALABO’s servicing department for support in analysing and solving problems.

  • Page 36: Software Funtions

    STAC2 SOFTWARE FUNTIONS STAC2 embed a Web Page server. The complete configuration or results management is accessible thru this internal Web site. To access it, you have to use a Web Browser on the system connected to the STAC2. For different technical compatibility aspect, we highly recommend to use Google Chrome browser.

  • Page 37: Main Top Informations

    STAC2 9.2 MAIN TOP INFORMATIONS All top Web Page are identical and show important state, technical information related to STAC2 connection, heart temperature, and process cycle information 9.2.1 START / STOP MEASUREMENT PROCESS CYCLE Start cycle measurement process. Stop cycle measurement process. STAC2 will be in autonomous process The STAC2 will close the current Period until the user decide to stop it.
  • Page 38 STAC2 WIRED IP: display current IP when wire network is connected to STAC2. WIFI IP: display current IP when WIFI connection is established with STAC2. DATE_HOUR: display the current date & hour of the internal STAC2 calendar. Format is “YYYYMMDD_HHMM” CPU Temp(°C): display the CPU heart temperature of the STAC2 system.
  • Page 39 STAC2 Channel: display the current action running in the complete process measurement. Some actions : “Blank Asp”, “Rinse Asp”, Sample Asp”, “Measurement”, “Waiting next cycle” Error: display the current error if occurred. Display 0 if no error. List of error code: 0 : no error 1 : Hardware server error 3 : Spectra measurement saturation...

  • Page 40: Main Menu

    STAC2 9.3 MAIN MENU Main page with Periods measurement results, list of events and measurement details. Display last measurement values in big size. General configuration page: Cell size, Measurement cycle parameters, Date & time, Wired & WIFI network parameters. Channel configuration page: Channels parameters (frequency, dilution, tube length, Spectralyse calculation settings), Blank- Rinse parameters (frequency, tube length,…).

  • Page 41: Export Or Delete Measurement Periods

    STAC2 A measurement period is a collection of sequences measurements recorded between a “START” and a “STOP” STAC2 process. As a result each measurement campain are automaticcaly separated and heuro-dated for better tracability and filtering. 9.4.1.1 Export or delete measurement periods It’s also possible to erase or export the selected period: Erasing a period will delete all related recorded data (results, spectrum, and database related data).

  • Page 42: Parameters Time Evolution Chart

    STAC2 All SCN file type are recorded spectrum in UV-PRO software file format. All TXT file type are recorded detailed data in text format for easy reading or EXCEL easy import for post data post treatments. 9.4.2 PARAMETERS TIME EVOLUTION CHART Curve display activation option...
  • Page 43 STAC2 Automatic/manual scale Scale custom values By default, automatic scale is enabled but there is possibility to use a custom scale. Scale input will automatically appear if automatic scale checkbox is disabled. This table display detailled points values of the current graphical selected range period measurements. For each measurement point, date and time, and for each measured parameters, concentration and restitution quality level are displayed.

  • Page 44: Measurement Spectra

    STAC2 9.4.3 MEASUREMENT SPECTRA In the graphical measurement history, if a point is selected (clicked), the related measurement spectra will be displayed. This allow experimented user to analyze each measurement in details if required. Also, according to same principle than in graphical measurement history, each point value can be displayed by moving mouse over points.

  • Page 45: Events

    STAC2 9.4.4 EVENTS This next area, display STAC2 events. Events are different important changes or alert the STAC2 is able to detect and record. All these events are time-dated and can be filtered by typology. Buttons able user to “navigate” cross recorded events filtered list : Prev.

  • Page 46: Monitoring Page

    STAC2 9.5 MONITORING PAGE This area, display STAC2 last available measurement result. It is useful to display main results in big size on a dedicated screen. If STAC2 is running its own measurement process cycle, last result corresponding to the current measurement Period is displayed.

  • Page 47: General Configuration Page

    STAC2 9.6 GENERAL CONFIGURATION PAGE The general page configuration, able the user to specify general STAC2 parameters as: Flow cell optical size (2, 5 or 50mm) Measurement cycle frequency in minutes Automatic cycle measurement start in case of power failure. Date and Time Fixed Wire Ethernet connection for MODBUS &...

  • Page 48: Date And Time

    STAC2 Parameters changes will be effective and recorded in STAC2 memory only after pressing red button “Apply to STAC”. Otherwise changes will not be taken in account. 9.6.2 DATE AND TIME Display calendar to select correct day. The Display hours in a calendar form to choice hour current day is highlighted in blue color.

  • Page 49: Wifi Network Setting

    STAC2 In the connectivity chapter, we have seen the STAC2 is able to be connected in a wired network as any computer or network system. Also this wired network connection can be used to control and configure STAC2 thru TCP/IP MODBUS on Ethernet port 1502. In the case there is no DHCP service on the network, STAC2 will take the specified IP address as identification.

  • Page 50: Channels Configuration Page

    STAC2 9.7 CHANNELS CONFIGURATION PAGE The channels configuration page display the main configuration related to physical channel’s parameters measurement analysis and their hardware configuration. Each channel is materialized by a sample suking thru a pinch valve and pump. Each pinch valve are multiplexing the differents fluid to select correct fluid to suck thru the flowcell.

  • Page 51: Blank Settings

    STAC2 9.7.1 BLANK SETTINGS The next area, is dedicated to the blank channel. Blank is a specific fluid sample required as a reference sample for the spectra analytic measurement. The STAC2 will then calculate each sample analytic chemical substances, against the Blank fluid. The Blank fluid is considered as a neutral sample containing a level of 0 for each chemical analytic parameters.

  • Page 52: Rinse Settings

    STAC2 9.7.2 RINSE SETTINGS The next area, is dedicated to the Rinse channel. Rinse fluid solution is a specific fluid usefull to clean internal STAC2 tubing and flow cell windows inside a certain limit. The customer can decide if this function is enabled or not, the frequency of this cleaning process and if the cleaning occur at begenning or end of a measurement cycle.

  • Page 53: Chemical Analytic Parameters Settings

    STAC2 9.7.3 CHEMICAL ANALYTIC PARAMETERS SETTINGS Each sample channel will be analyzed by Spectralyse calculation, to obtain chemical analytic parameters concentrations. Spectralyse calculation is based on Models, user can select according to their installation and sample typology. Each Model able to provide specific chemical parameters, user will have to select to configure STAC2.
  • Page 54 STAC2 Restitution Alert, is Alert is the high Sensibility level is Correction factor able customer to apply the maximum value, limit over which the the low limit below a multiplication factor to the calculated result is the user can defined, which the result is result.

  • Page 55: Control Page

    STAC2 9.8 CONTROL PAGE This page give access to the user to Start or Stop main measurement process cycle, or control directly some hardware function for: Servicing manipulation of fluidic components (pump, pinch valves, …) Manually make some measurement for concentration estimation or model testing. Starting fluidic initialization in tubing and flow cell to avoid any air in the system.
  • Page 56 STAC2 At the end of measurement, Spectralyse calculation is automatically done with the already selected model in the list. A new model can be selected to do another calculation on the last measurement. - 56 -...

  • Page 57: Files Manager

    STAC2 9.8.3 FILES MANAGER In this section, user is able to explore STAC2 Documentation, Configuration files and Models files. Configuration section is for experimented users for saving configuration files or checking them. The configuration file is read-only attribute. This mean it’s not possible to erase or write configuration by this way.

  • Page 58: Stac2'S Results Access

    STAC2 9.9 STAC2’S RESULTS ACCESS An additional function able the user to access STAC2 major files without the need to export and record data in an external USB mass storage. STAC2 is using a very common exchange file system protocol. FTP files access is a standard network protocol (File Transfer Protocol) to exchange files between two systems connected to same Ethernet network.
  • Page 59 STAC2 - 59 -...

  • Page 60: Start Up Procedure

    STAC2 START UP PROCEDURE Install STAC2 vertically taking in account instrument constraint and recommendation Make the electrical connections required following the required functions (MODBUS, Ethernet, USB) / Open the front door of the flowing case. Install and Connect the FlowCell cuvette to the Pump output tube and STAC2 main output tubes. (Warning : FlowCell cuvette is delivered in its own package outside the STAC2 case).
  • Page 61 STAC2 Connect each Rinse, Blank and Samples tube to each the related inlet valves. Install carefully the tubes in the electro-valve by pushing the black mobile part in the electro-valve head as shown in the drawing under. Fig. 13 How to install silicon tube in the electro-valve head - 61 -...
  • Page 62 STAC2 Fig. 14 Tubes setting Put the rising and blank solutions tubes into 50 liters. The blank should be good quality distilled or demineralized water and the rinsing solution is tape water with hypo chlorine. Switch on the STAC, by connecting and turning on the main power supply. If STAC2 is configured to start cycle measurement automatically, the following sequence start: WARNING : First measurement could be affected by bubbles and air in tubing, - 62 -...

  • Page 63: Measurement Cycle Process Organigram

    STAC2 Measurement cycle process organigram : Waiting start order Automatic start Blank aspiration If blank measurement is required Blank measurement Sample aspiration N Sample measurement N Dilution ? Dilution process Sample N+1 Diluted Sample measurement Results calculation Recording results and linked data Rinse solution aspiration If Rinse is enabled - 63 -...

  • Page 64: Stand-By & Storage Procedure

    STAC2 STAND-BY & STORAGE PROCEDURE 1/ Install all Sample’s tubes, in the rinsing liquid pot. 2/ Do 4 measurement’s cycle process with enabled rinse and all samples option. (Sample’s tubing will be cleaned by the rinse solution) 3 Stop the instrument. 4/ Disconnect it from the power supplies.
  • Page 65 STAC2 - 65 -...

  • Page 66: Maintenance

    STAC2 MAINTENANCE 12.1 PRECAUTIONS FOR USING Air bubbles must be avoided in tubes and especially in flow-through cuvette during the sample measuring. Bubbles are affecting a lot measurement results. Tubes must be regularly changed when they become dirty or opaque. Recommended frequency of tube change (especially those of the electro-valves): 3 MONTHS Following the aspect of the tubes, the operator can shorten or lengthen this frequency.

  • Page 67: Appendix Indicative Chart Of Tube In Tygon Compatibility

    STAC2 Inlet and outlet tube QuickLock system: Press it one time to unlock and remove complete cuvette holder from monochromator area. Fig. 16 Flow-through cuvette delivered with the QuickLock holder system. - Remove the inlet and outlet tube. - Remove fastening nuts. - Slide out flow-through cuvette subset.

  • Page 68: Peristaltic Pump

    STAC2 QUARTZ WINDOW REF: 0M7784 LOCKING RING REF: 0M8322 KEY FOR LOCKING RING REF: 0M6998 BLACK JOINT REF: 0M7496B - Unscrew the locking ring. - Change the quartz windows (every 6 months) or thoroughly clean them with a soft tissue moisten with a hydro-alcoholic solution.
  • Page 69 STAC2 - Remove the pump rotating cover part by hand. Pump tube subset - Remove the peristaltic pump tube subset part. - Re install a new one and do all actions in reverse order - Re connect the external tubes - Switch on the device - Check the liquid aspiration.

  • Page 70: Replacement Frequency Of Spare Parts

    STAC2 12.4 REPLACEMENT FREQUENCY OF SPARE PARTS DESIGNATION REFERENCE FREQUENCY Silicon tube 6x9 0M6832 3 months Silicon tube 5x8 (peristaltic pump connection) 0M8275 3 months Pump tube subset M0178A 3 months (depending on measurement frequency and aspiration duration time) Quartz windows for flowthrough cuvette. 0M7784 6 months Black Joint (diameter : 14 mm)
  • Page 71 STAC2 Now Update process is fully automatic and you will see the STAC2’s eight digit display showing some numbers corresponding to each update process’s steps and LED indictors with all LED lighting. When Stac2Updater software has finished all first update process, the eight digit display show the number “...

  • Page 72: Spare Parts

    STAC2 SPARE PARTS Designation AQUALABO Ref Quantity STAC 2 UV Online Analyzer for COD BOD TOC TSS NO 70MP0610 STAC2 1 way STAC 2 UV Online Analyzer for COD BOD TOC TSS NO 70MP0611 STAC2 2 ways STAC 2 UV Online Analyzer for COD BOD TOC TSS NO...
  • Page 73 APPENDIX Indicative chart of tube in Tygon compatibility Fluid compatibility Diacetone alcohol Mixed acid (40%H Stearic acid (dil) Acetaldehyde Dimethyl formamide 15% HNO Stearic acid (med) Acetic acid<5% Fluid compatibility Monoethanolamine Stearic acid (conc) Naphta Acetic acid>5% Ethanol Sulfuric acid (dil) Fluid compatibility Acetic anhydride...

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