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LaMotte 2020 ClearTrace Series Manual

In-line turbidity system
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2020 ClearTrace
In-line Turbidity System
Code 5-0113-24V
Code 5-0113-110V

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  • Page 1 2020 ClearTrace In-line Turbidity System Code 5-0113-24V Code 5-0113-110V...

  • Page 3: Preface

    Preface This instruction manual serves to explain the use of the LaMotte 2020 ClearTrace Inline Turbidity System and is written to cover as many applications as possible. Please do not hesitate to contact LaMotte or an authorized LaMotte representative with questions or concerns.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Safety Information The LaMotte 2020 ClearTrace Turbidity System shall be installed and operated only in the manner specified. Only a skilled, trained or authorized person should carry out installation, setup and operation of the system. Before using the system, make sure that is connected as specified.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface ....... . . 2 Contact Information ......2 Safety Information .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Improper use could lead to hazards for the user or a third-party, and/or adverse effects to the plant or other equipment. LaMotte does not accept any liability for damage that may arise if information in this manual is not followed. Therefore, the operating instructions and specifications must be read and understood by all persons involved in installation and operation of this equipment.

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    1.2. Intended use The LaMotte 2020 ClearTrace Inline Turbidity System is used for continuous monitoring of low-range turbidity in drinking water applications. The system also measures water temperature. Data is reported through a local display and a scalable 4-20 milliamp current output.

  • Page 8: Product Description

    2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 2.1 Drinking Water Turbidity The LaMotte 2020 ClearTrace Inline Turbidity System continuously monitors low-range turbidity and temperature in drinking water applications. In the standard system configuration, data is reported through a local display and a scalable 4 – 20 milliamp current output. All functions can be accessed through a digital network with or without the local display interface.

  • Page 9: Replacement Parts

    2.3 Replacement Parts Code 5-0124 Bulb and cable assembly Code 5-0125 Sample chamber lid, without bulb Code 5-0126 Replacement sample chamber Code 5-0127 DataStick Code 5-0126 Turbidity Probe Code 5-0116 Turbidity standard, 0.0 NTU, 1 liter Code 5-0117 Turbidity standard, 0.0 NTU, 1 gallon Code 5-0118 Turbidity standard, 1.0 NTU, 1 liter Code 5-0119...

  • Page 10: Mounting, Wiring And Plumbing

    3. MOUNTING, WIRING AND PLUMBING Figure 3.1: Wall mounting Clearances 3.1 Mounting The 2020 ClearTrace Turbidity System is mounted on a 12 inch x 12 inch panel with four ¼ inch mounting holes. Use ¼ inch bolts with washers to mount the panel to a wall.

  • Page 11: Plumbing

    5. Rotate the Turbidity System out of the way and drill the other three mounting holes. 6. Place all four bolts with washers and tighten. Use shims if necessary to insure the sample chamber is level. 3.2 Plumbing The Turbidity System has an INLET, an OUTLET and a DRAIN. Barb fittings are provided for the INLET and OUTLET in the event that 3/8 inch ID tubing is used.

  • Page 12: Wiring For 24 Vdc And 110Vac Power

    3.4 Wiring For 24 VDC and 110 VAC Power Access to all User wiring is through the ¼ DIN junction box in the lower left on the mounting panel. The standard on-line turbidimeter requires 24 VDC for power and typically draws 270 mA (6.5 watts) or optionally requires 100-240 VAC at 50/60 Hz for power and typically draws up to 250 mA (10 watts).
  • Page 13 USER WIRING FOR: 1 Current Loop without Host Communications Terminal Wiring 24VDC or 110 VAC from Power Supply Ground from Power Supply Earth Ground from Power Supply Current Loop - Current Loop + Note: Current Loop Requires 24 VDC or 110 VAC supply. USER WIRING FOR: 24 VDC or 110 VAC Power AC-Powered Models: The AC-powered ClearTrace Tubidimeter comes with a Junction Box below the two...
  • Page 14 USER WIRING FOR: Digital Communications to Host Computer with 2 Outputs and Relay Terminal Wiring Red wire from Host Network (+24 VDC or 110 VAC) BLACK wire from Host Network (Network Ground) White wire from Host Network Blue wire from Host Network Shield wire from Host Network OUTPUT 1 (-) OUTPUT 1 (+)

  • Page 15: Sample Chamber Details

    3.6 Sample Chamber Details The sample chamber is designed for easy access and maintenance. The chamber lid is lifted to gain access to the sample chamber. Set it on top of the AV38 during chamber maintenance. When replacing the lid, it should be aligned using the exterior alignment markers on the front edge of the chamber and the lid.

  • Page 16: Measure Screen Overview

    4. MEASURE SCREEN OVERVIEW 0.035 NTU The AV38 user interface is 30.8 °C DS1: shown in Figure 3.1. It consists of an LCD module that contains two lines of 16 MENU ENTER alphanumeric characters and seven keys to navigate the menu.

  • Page 17: Menu Structure

    5. MENU STRUCTURE Pressing the menu key while a measure screen is displayed accesses the main menu. The items in the main menu are the same regardless of the type of sensor head that is installed in the DataStick. Table 4.1 shows all accessible functions including optional features.
  • Page 18 Main Menu Main Menu Optional Features Standard Main Menu Main Menu Calibrate Calibrate Configure Configure DataStick Comms DataStick Comms Analog Output Analog Output 1 Help Analog Output 2 MENU ENTER MENU ENTER Reset AV38 Relay A Exit Relay B Help Reset AV38 Exit Figure 4.1: The main menu (standard and optional feature lists)
  • Page 19 Pressing the down arrow from DataStick Comms will display Analog Output. To select Main Menu Analog Output analog output functions, press ENTER To continue scrolling the list, press the down arrow. Press ESC to return to the measure screen. MENU ENTER Pressing the down arrow from Analog Output will display...

  • Page 20: Calibration

    6. CALIBRATION NOTE: The unit should be on for 30 Drain Chamber, Shut off Inlet minutes to allow the lamp to warm up before begining calibrations or taking measurements. 6.1. Span Calibration To calibrate the span for the Turbidity System: 1.
  • Page 21 From the measure screen, 40.16 NTU press MENU. 13.1 °C MENU ENTER From the Main Menu, use the up/down arrows to select Main Menu Calibrate Calibrate. Then press ENTER. MENU ENTER From the Calibrate Menu, use Calibrate the up/down arrows to select 1-Point Sample 1-Point Sample.
  • Page 22 One the actual 1-point sample calibration has been initiated; the 1-Point Sample display will indicate that a calculation is Calibrating... progressing. During this calculation it is important that nothing disturb the measurement sample. To abort the calibration during this calculation, press ESC.

  • Page 23: Zero Calibration

    6.2 Zero Calibration The zero calibration is extremely sensitive and should not be adjusted unless absolutely necessary. The following criteria must be met to achieve a successful zero calibration: 1. The chamber must be completely clean and free of particulates. 2.
  • Page 24 Press ENTER to initiate zero calibration. A zero calibration Zero may take some time, as the Calibrating… zero must be calibrated over a wide dynamic range. During this process the calibrating... message is shown. MENU ENTER When the zero calibration is Zero complete the user will be Confirm cal ok?

  • Page 25: Temperature Calibration

    6.3 Temperature Calibration Calibrate Press the ENTER key from Temperature the TEMPERATURE calibration menu to initiate the calibration process. MENU ENTER When the temperature calibration procedure is 25.3 °C Sensor ready? started, the analog output is placed into hold mode. The user is prompted to prepare the sensor.
  • Page 26 0.043 NTU When the enter key is pressed, 25.0 °C DS1: the analog output is placed into active mode and the monitoring of sensor and temperature values is resumed. MENU ENTER This successfully completes the temperature calibration procedure. If an error occurs during calibration that causes the procedure to fail, the reason for the failure will be shown.

  • Page 27: Configuration

    7. CONFIGURATION The complete configure menu for turbidity is shown. From the measure screen, Configure Sensor Filter press MENU. Temp Filter Temp Units Exit MENU ENTER From the Main Menu, use the 0.038 NTU up/down arrows to select 14.3 °C Configure.

  • Page 28: Datastick Comms Menu

    8. DATASTICK COMMS MENU The DATASTICK Comms Menu is currently not operational with the 2020 ClearTrace System. 9. ANALOG OUTPUT(S) The analog output menu is used to setup the 4milliamp to 20 milliamp analog output in the AV38. This function allows the following assignments: •...
  • Page 29 To view or reassign the Output Param? parameter driving the output (Sensor (turbidity or temperature) use the up/down arrows to select Sensor or Temperature. (Temperature Accept the displayed parameter with the ENTER MENU ENTER key. Exit without changing by using the ESC key. Analog Output To set the 4 milliamp value Set 4 mA Value...
  • Page 30 To calibrate the current for the current output function Calibrate select “Calibrate” in the 4 mA Point Analog Output sub-menu with the up/down arrows and the ENTER key. This is a maintenance function and is MENU ENTER only used when the expected current at the 4 and 20 milliamp points needs to be adjusted.

  • Page 31: Help Menu

    11. HELP MENU The help menu displays the product name and the firmware version. To view the current software version of the AV38, press ENTER at each screen level as shown in the diagrams below. Main Menu Help MENU ENTER Help About MENU...

  • Page 32: Reset Av38

    12. RESET AV38 To reset all configuration Main Menu information to default Reset AV38 values, select “Reset AV38” from the main menu. MENU ENTER The AV38 will ask the Reset AV38 question, “Are you sure?” to Are you sure? notify the user that they are about to make changes to the system.
  • Page 33 Power Requirements Voltage Range: 24 VDC(Line power option available) Maximum Power: 8W with AV38 and Light Source Typical Power: 6W with AV38 and Light Source Note: Class II DC power supply required Construction Light Source: White Light (Tungsten) Sample Chamber Material: ABS plastic Sample Chamber Volume: 135 ml Light Source Housing Material: Anodized Aluminum Mounting Plate: 12x12 inches, 4 mounting holes...

  • Page 34: Limited Warranty

    LaMotte's liability shall be limited to the cost of the item giving rise to the claim. In no event shall LaMotte be liable for incidental or consequential damages.
  • Page 36 LaMotte Company PO Box 329 • Chestertown • MD • 21620 800-344-3100 • f 410-778-6394 • www.lamotte.com 5-0113-MN • 1.12...

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