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  • Page 1 AMI Sample Sequencer Version 5.00 and higher A-96.250.661 / 120418...
  • Page 2 First release July 2012 Extended with connection to AMI Silica Feb. 2013 Extended with connection to AMI Phosphate II March 2017 Extended with connection to AMI Silitrace © 2017, SWAN ANALYTISCHE INSTRUMENTE AG, Switzerland, all rights reserved subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AMI Silitrace ........
  • Page 4 AMI Sample Sequencer Operation ......... . .

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    OM Location The AMI Operator’s Manual shall be kept in proximity of the instru- ment. Qualification, To be qualified for instrument installation and operation, you must: Training ...

  • Page 6: Warning Notices

    AMI Sample Sequencer Safety Instructions 1.1. Warning Notices The symbols used for safety-related notices have the following sig- nificance: DANGER Severe injuries or death will result if such warnings are ignored.  Follow the prevention instructions carefully. WARNING Severe injuries or damage to the equipment can occur if such warnings are ignored.
  • Page 7 AMI Sample Sequencer Safety Instructions Warning Signs The importance of the warning signs in this manual. Electrical shock hazard Corrosive Harmful to health Flammable Warning general Attention general A-96.250.661 / 120418...

  • Page 8: General Safety Regulations

    AMI Sample Sequencer Safety Instructions 1.2. General Safety Regulations Legal The user is responsible for proper system operation. All precautions must be followed to ensure safe operation Requirements of the instrument. Spare Parts Use only official SWAN spare parts and disposables. If other parts are used during the normal warranty period, the manufacturer’s...

  • Page 9: Product Description

    Modes  AMI Set the AMI Sample Sequencer to the mode <AMI> if it is con- nected to an AMI Phosphate HL, AMI Silica or AMI Silitrace. In this operating mode the AMI Sample Sequencer works as slave, either of the analyzer or of an external PLC. Communi- cation between the instruments takes place via I C interface.
  • Page 10 AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description Safety No data loss after power failure. All data is saved in non-volatile memory. Over voltage protection of in- and outputs. Galvanic sepa- Features ration of measuring inputs and signal outputs. Fluidics The sample enters the flow cell blocks [C, D, E] via the sample in- lets [I].

  • Page 11: Measuring Cycle At Batch Measurement

    A measuring cycle always starts when the solenoid valve [C] clos- NOTICE: • The different squares, black with/without underline and white with/without underline are displayed on the display of the AMI Sample Sequencer, for better understanding they are integrated in the illustrations below.
  • Page 12 AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description Step 2 The solenoid valve [C] closes:  at the same time the 6-way valve [A] switches to sample stream 2, a new measuring cycle starts.  the sample of sample stream 1 remains in the photometer where reagents are added and a measurement is performed.
  • Page 13 AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description Step 3 The measurement of sample 1 is finished.  The solenoid valve [C] is open and the photometer is flushed with sample stream 2.  A valid measuring value of sample stream 1 is available.

  • Page 14: Measuring Cycle At Continuous Measurement

    0 min. Flush Time The parameter -Flush Time- defines how long the measuring cell of the AMI Sodium A or an AMI Sodium P is flushed with the active sample before the measurement starts. (see 5.1 Sequence, p.
  • Page 15 Example with two sample streams: NOTICE: • The different squares, black with/without underline and white with/without underline are displayed on the display of the AMI Sample Sequencer, for better understanding they are integrated in the illustrations below. • The meaning of the different squares is explained in chapter 5, Operation.
  • Page 16 AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description Step 2  The 6-way valve [A] has switched to sample stream 2 – The -Valid after- time [I] is active. The instrument still measures channel 1. – The -Flush time- [G] is active. No valid measuring value is available for channel 2 yet.
  • Page 17 AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description Step 3  The -Valid after- time is finished: – Sample stream 2 is selected and measured. 6-way valve Measuring cell Constant head Sample 2 A-96.250.661 / 120418...

  • Page 18: Ami Silitrace

    AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description 2.2.2 AMI Silitrace The switch to the next channel is initiated by the AMI analyzer ac- cording to the programmed switching time. Example with two sample streams, switching time set to 30 min: NOTICE: • The different squares, black with/without underline and white...
  • Page 19 AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description Step 2a  The 6-way valve [B] has switched to sample stream 2: – The instrument still measures sample 1 – Channel 2 is selected but not yet measured Photometer Sample 1 6-way valve Mixing zone Sample 1 and 2 Peristaltic pump A-96.250.661 / 120418...
  • Page 20 AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description Step 2b  The mixing zone [E] flows through the photometer [A] – No valid measuring value is available. Photometer Sample 1 6-way valve Mixing zone Sample 1 and 2 Peristaltic pump A-96.250.661 / 120418...
  • Page 21 AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description Step 3  The instrument has finished flushing the photometer with sample stream 2. – Sample stream 2 is selected and measured. Photometer Peristaltic pump 6-way valve Flow cell block A-96.250.661 / 120418...

  • Page 22: Instrument Specification

    AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description 2.3. Instrument Specification Power supply Available as an AC or DC model. Voltage: 100–240 VAC (± 10%) 50/60 Hz (± 5%) or 24 VDC (± 10%) Power consumption: max. 8 VA Sample Flow rate: according to the attached analyzer plus min.
  • Page 23 AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description Dimensions Dimensions: 280 x 850 x200 mm Distance between mounting holes: 254 x 824 mm Screws: 8 mm diam. Panel material: Stainless steel Weight: 8 kg 280 mm / 11” 254 mm / 10” Exit...

  • Page 24: Instrument Overview

    AMI Sample Sequencer Product Description 2.4. Instrument Overview AMI Transmitter Flow cell block sample stream Panel 5 and 6 6-way valve control unit Flow meter 6-way valve Sample outlet Flow cell block sample Sample inlet 1 to 6 stream 1 and 2...

  • Page 25: Installation

     Connect Sample and Waste, p. 25  Install the connection tube to the AMI analyzer  Replace the flow regulating valve of the AMI analyzer with a blind plug  Connect the AMI analyzer to the AMI Sample Sequencer...

  • Page 26: Install The Ami Sample Sequencer

    AMI Sample Sequencer Installation 3.2. Install the AMI Sample Sequencer The first part of this chapter describes the preparing and placing of the system for use.  The analyzer must only be installed by trained personnel.  Mount the instrument in vertical position.

  • Page 27: Connect Sample And Waste

    AMI Sample Sequencer Installation 3.3. Connect Sample and Waste Sample inlet Use plastic tube (FEP, PA, or PE 4 x 6 mm) to connect the sample line. Mounting of Screw connection SERTO fitting Compression ferrule Knurled nut Flexible tube Waste Connect the 1/2”...
  • Page 28 AMI SILICA REAGENT 2 AMI SILICA REAGENT 3 AMI SILICA REAGENT 4 Sample inlet 1 to 6 Connection tube Hose nozzles for waste Blind plug connection Flow regulating valve Sample outlet of AMI Sample Sample inlet of AMI Silica Sequencer A-96.250.661 / 120418...
  • Page 29 AMI SILICA REAGENT 2 AMI SILICA REAGENT 3 AMI SILICA REAGENT 4 Sample inlet 1 to 6 Connection tube Hose nozzles for waste Sample inlet of AMI Silitrace connection Flow regulating valve Sample outlet of AMI Sample Blind plug Sequencer...
  • Page 30 AMI Sample Sequencer Installation Connecting example with AMI Phosphate Exit Enter Exit Enter Level OXYCON ON-LINE KI-Lösung KI-Solution Sample inlet 1 to 6 Connection tube Hose nozzles for waste Blind plug connection Flow regulating valve Sample outlet of Sample inlet of...
  • Page 31 AMI Sodium A / P Exit Enter Exit Enter Sample inlet 1 to 6 Connection tube Hose nozzles for waste Blind plug connection Flow regulating valve Sample outlet of AMI Sample Sample Inlet of AMI Sodium Sequencer A-96.250.661 / 120418...
  • Page 32 3 Replace the flow regulating valve [F] at the flow cell block of the AMI analyzer with the blind plug [E]. 4 Connect the connecting tube [D] from the sample outlet of the AMI Sample Sequencer [C] to the sample inlet of the AMI ana- lyzer [G]. 5 Adjust sample flow, see Instrument Setup, p.

  • Page 33: Connect The Instrument (Mode )

    2 Open the transmitter cover. 3 Feed one cable end through a PG 7 cable gland into the trans- mitter housing of the AMI analyzer and the other one into the transmitter housing of the Sample Sequencer. 4 Connect the cable to the plugs according to the following table.
  • Page 34 Sample Stream option the 2 Sample Stream option is deactivated if an AMI Sam- with 2 ple Sequencer is connected to the AMI analyzer and the solenoid Sample Stream valve is switched to the sample inlet 1. Option NOTICE: Generally SWAN does not recommend to connect an AMI Sample Sequencer to an AMI analyzer equipped with a Sample Stream option.

  • Page 35: Sample Sequencer Inputs

    AMI analyzer. Mode Internal If the AMI analyzer is set to Mode Internal, the programmed num- ber of sample streams is sequentially measured. Any sample inlet can be deactivated by closing one or more of the contacts 9 to 14 (6 inputs from PLC) via a PLC.
  • Page 36 AMI Sample Sequencer Installation Mode External If the AMI analyzer is set to mode external, each sample stream to be measured has to be activated by closing the respective contact. In the example below, the sample stream 3 (CH3) highlighted in green will be measured as soon as the AMI analyzer has finished the previous measurement.

  • Page 37: Sample Sequencer Outputs

    AMI Sample Sequencer’s 6-way valve to a PLC. The 1 to 6 to PLC PLC needs this information to:  control the measuring cycles if the AMI analyzer is set to ex- ternal Mode.  assign the current outputs of the AMI analyzer to the mea- sured sample stream.

  • Page 38: Connect The Instrument (Mode )

    AMI Sample Sequencer, therefore they are connected to the AMI Sample Sequencer via a two wire signal cable from the signal outputs of the AMI analyzer to the signal inputs of the AMI Sample Sequencer. NOTICE: If an AMI analyzer is already equipped with a 2 Sample Stream option, it is not possible to operate it with an AMI Sample Sequencer.

  • Page 39: Sample Sequencer Inputs

    Sample Sequencer Inputs Signal inputs The values of the AMI analyzer are transferred via signal output 1 and 2 to the AMI Sample Sequencers signal inputs 1 and 2. From from there the measuring values can be transferred and displayed at a AMI analyzer remote location.
  • Page 40 If Signal Inputs = 1 is selected, 6 sample streams can be mea- sured. 1 signal (measuring value) can be transmitted from the Inputs = 1 transmitter of the AMI analyzer to the transmitter of the sample se- quencer. The signal outputs are connected to the terminals according the ta- ble below.
  • Page 41 If signal inputs = 1: channels In the example below, the channels highlighted in red will not be measured. NOTICE: If all contacts are closed, the AMI analyzer remains in stand by mode. SEQUENCER Deactivate If signal inputs = 2:...

  • Page 42: Firmware Settings (Mode )

    AMI Sample Sequencer Installation Signal outputs The Outputs 1 to 6 to a PLC are used to transfer the current posi- tion of the AMI Sample Sequencer’s 6-way valve. 1 to 6 to PLC 3.5.4 Firmware Settings (Mode <Internal>) AMI Sample In menu 5.1.1 <Installation/Sequence/Mode>...

  • Page 43: Electrical Connections

    AMI Sample Sequencer Installation 3.6. Electrical Connections WARNING Risk of electrical shock. Do not perform any work on electrical components if the trans- mitter is switched on. Failure to follow safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.  Always turn off AC power before manipulating electric parts.

  • Page 44: Connection Diagram

    AMI Sample Sequencer Installation 3.7. Connection Diagram CAUTION Use only the terminals shown in this diagram, and only for the mentioned purpose. Use of any other terminals will cause short circuits with possible corresponding consequences to material and personnel. A-96.250.661 / 120418...

  • Page 45: Power Supply

     Mains cable to comply with standards IEC 60227 or IEC 60245; flammable rating FV1  Mains equipped with an external switch or circuit-breaker – near the analyzer – easily accessible to the operator – marked as interrupter for AMI Sample Sequencer A-96.250.661 / 120418...

  • Page 46: Communication, Error Handling

    3.9.2 Mode <Internal> The signal outputs 1 and 2 of the AMI analyzer can be connected to the signal inputs 1 and 2 of the AMI Sample Sequencer. This allows to transfer the measuring values of each measured sample stream to a remote device.

  • Page 47: Instrument Setup

    AMI Sample Sequencer Instrument Setup Instrument Setup After the installation according to checklist has been finished, ad- just the sample flow. Without back 1 Open all main sample taps. pressure 2 Open all flow regulating valves at the sample inlets of the regulator AMI Sample Sequencer.

  • Page 48: Operation

    AMI Sample Sequencer Operation Operation 5.1. Keys Exit Enter Exit to exit a menu or command (rejecting any changes) to move back to the previous menu level to move DOWN in a menu list and to decrease digits to move UP in a menu list and to increase digits...

  • Page 49: Display

    AMI Sample Sequencer Operation 5.2. Display 15:20:18 8.0 l/h normal operation HOLD AMI Sample Sequencer on hold ERROR Error Fatal Error Time Sample Flow Status of channels 1 to 6 Sample line inactive Sample line active Underlined square: Last valid measurement...

  • Page 50: Software Structure

    AMI Sample Sequencer Operation 5.3. Software Structure The menu structure depends on the settings of the AMI transmitter. Therefore the following examples are only applicable with certain configurations. Main Menu Messages Diagnostics Maintenance Installation Menu 1 Messages Messages Reveals pending errors as well as an event history...

  • Page 51: Changing Parameters Or Values

    AMI Sample Sequencer Operation 5.4. Changing Parameters or Values Changing The following example shows how to change the cycle time: parameters 1 Select the parameter you want to Cycle Time 5.1.5.1 change. Channel 1 30 Mlin 2 Press <Enter>. Channel 2...

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    AMI Sample Sequencer Maintenance Maintenance 6.1. Maintenance Schedule This Instrument does not require any maintenance. It is however recommended to check the sample flow daily. WARNING Stop operation before maintenance.  Stop sample flow.  Shut off power of the instrument.

  • Page 53: Tube Connections

    AMI Sample Sequencer Maintenance 6.3. Tube connections The connection tubes between the flow cell block outlet and the 6-way valve inlet are not numbered. If you replace the tubes make sure that the numbering of the flow cell block outlets corresponds to the numbering of the 6-way valve inlets.

  • Page 54: Replacing Fuses

    AMI Sample Sequencer Maintenance 6.4. Replacing Fuses WARNING Risk of electrical shock Do not perform any work on electrical components if the trans- mitter is switched on. Failure to follow safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.  Disconnect the instrument from the mains before opening the cover.

  • Page 55: Error List

    AMI Sample Sequencer Error List Error List Error Non-fatal Error. Indicates an alarm if a programmed value is ex- ceeded. Such Errors are marked E0xx (bold and black). Fatal Error (blinking symbol) The indicated measured values are possibly incorrect. Fatal Errors are divided in the following two categories: ...
  • Page 56 AMI Sample Sequencer Error List Error Description Corrective action – check Inlet pressure E009 Sample Flow high – readjust sample flow – check programmed value, see 5.2.1, p. – check Inlet pressure E010 Sample Flow low – readjust sample flow –...

  • Page 57: Program Overview

    AMI Sample Sequencer Program Overview Program Overview For explanations about each parameter of the menus see Program List and Explanations, S.  Menu 1 Messages is always accessible for everybody. No password protection. No settings can be modified.  Menu 2 Diagnostics is always accessible for everybody. No password protection.

  • Page 58: Diagnostics (Main Menu 2)

    AMI Sample Sequencer Program Overview 8.2. Diagnostics (Main Menu 2) Identification Designation AMI Sequencer * Menu numbers 2.1* Version V5.00 - 12/16 Version ROVALVE 1.50 Factory Test Instrument 2.1.4.1 2.1.4* Motherboard Operating Time Years / Days / Hours / Minutes / Seconds 2.1.5.1*...

  • Page 59: Installation (Main Menu 5)

    AMI Sample Sequencer Program Overview 8.5. Installation (Main Menu 5) Sequence Mode 5.1.1* * Menu numbers 5.1* Signal Inputs 5.1.2* only at continuous measurement Flush Time 5.1.3* only at continuous measurement Valid After 5.1.4* only at continuous measurement Cycle Time Channel 1–6...

  • Page 60: Program List And Explanations

    AMI Sample Sequencer Program List and Explanations Program List and Explanations 1 Messages 1.1 Pending Errors 1.1.5 Provides the list of active errors with their status (active, acknowl- edged). If an active error is acknowledged, the alarm relay opens again. Cleared errors are moved to the Message list.

  • Page 61: Maintenance

    AMI Sample Sequencer Program List and Explanations 3 Maintenance 3.1 Signal Outputs 3.1.1 Signal Output 1 to 6: Possibility to simulate a current output manually for test purposes. To simulate a value proceed as follows: 1 Select one of the 6 signal outputs with the [ ] or [ key.

  • Page 62: Installation

    Mode: Internal, AMI Mode Internal: Set Mode to Internal if the AMI Sample Sequencer is connected to an AMI Sodium A or an AMI Sodium P. In this Mode the AMI Sample Sequencer automatically switches from sample 1 to max. 6.
  • Page 63 AMI Sample Sequencer Program List and Explanations 5.2 Sample Flow 5.2.1 Alarm High: If the measured value rises above the alarm high val- ue, the alarm relay is activated and E009 is displayed in the mes- sage list. Range: 0.00–50.00 l/h 5.2.2...

  • Page 64: Default Values

    AMI Sample Sequencer Default Values Default Values Installation: Sequence: Mode:..................Internal Signal Inputs: ..................1 Flush Time: ................60 sec Valid After:................0 sec Sequence: Cycle Time: Channel 1–6 ........15 min Sample Flow Alarm high:................25 l/h Alarm low: .................. 5 l/h Hysteresis: ................

  • Page 65: Index

    AMI Sample Sequencer Index Index ... . . AMI Phosphate HL Fluidics Electrical Connection . . . Firmware Settings Sample Connection ..Instrument Setup AMI Silica Electrical Connection .

  • Page 66: Notes

    AMI Sample Sequencer Notes Notes A-96.250.661 / 120418...
  • Page 67 AMI Sample Sequencer Notes A-96.250.661 / 120418...
  • Page 68 AMI Sample Sequencer SWAN is represented worldwide by subsidiary companies and distributors. cooperates with independent representatives all over the world. SWAN Products Analytical Instruments for: High Purity Water Feedwater, Steam and Condensate Potable Water Pool and Sanitary Water Cooling Water...

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