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  • Page 1 User Manual VARIOluxx 1 / 80 MRU GmbH, D-74172 Neckarsulm...
  • Page 2 User Manual VARIOluxx Manufacturer: Legal notices / Intellectual property rights comments Original user manual © 2020 by MRU No part of this manual my be published in any form (print, photocopy, electronic media or any other publication form) without a written approval by the publisher.
  • Page 3 User Manual VARIOluxx 3 / 80 MRU GmbH, D-74172 Neckarsulm...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    User Manual VARIOluxx Table of content Information for product and safety ..........7 1.1. Safety manual ....................7 1.2. Safety precautions ..................7 Introduction ................... 8 2.1. Intended use ....................8 2.2. About us ......................9 Description................... 11 3.1. Task ........................11 3.2. Gas flow diagram ..................11 3.3.
  • Page 5 User Manual VARIOluxx Measurement ................29 6.1. Preparing measurement................29 Setting up the measuring point ..............29 Operating temperature ..................30 Power supply......................30 Switch-on, warm-up phase, zero point ............30 Select Source zero point (gas) ............... 30 Charging state of the battery................. 32 Connections to the analyzer................
  • Page 6 User Manual VARIOluxx 8.6. Analog input setup (4-20mA) ..............53 8.7. Getting information about the network ..........54 8.8. Assigning a fixed IP address ..............54 8.9. Connecting analyzer with WIFI (WLAN) ..........56 8.10. Printing measurement results ..............57 Printing current measurement results ............

  • Page 7: Information For Product And Safety

    User Manual VARIOluxx Information for product and safety 1.1. Safety manual All general information and safety precautions of MRU products are listed in the supplied separate safety manual. Therefore, this manual must be read and observed before the first use of the instrument .

  • Page 8: Introduction

    User Manual VARIOluxx Introduction • This manual enables you to understand and safely op- erate this MRU Analyzer VARIOluxx. • Please read this manual with great vigilant and get familiar with the product before using it. • This analyzer may only be operated by competent per- sonnel and for its intended use.

  • Page 9: About Us

    (NO2). 2.2. About us The analyzer is produced by the MRU GmbH in Neckarsulm, Germany (Founded in 1984), a medium sized company that specializes in devel- oping, producing and marketing high quality emission monitoring analyzers.
  • Page 10 User Manual VARIOluxx MRU GmbH Fuchshalde 8 + 12 74172 Neckarsulm - Obereisesheim GERMANY Tel +49 71 32 99 62 0 (Front office) Tel +49 71 32 99 62 61 (Service) Fax +49 71 32 99 62 20 Email: info@mru.de Site: www.mru.eu...

  • Page 11: Description

    User Manual VARIOluxx Description 3.1. Task The main task of the analyzer is to analyse flue gases, as they are emitting from incinerators or engines. • The analyzer is optimized for this purpose and includes all components from the gas sampling probe to data processing.

  • Page 12: The Measuring Instrument

    User Manual VARIOluxx Fresh air inlet Sample gas inlet Condensate outlet Diff. Pressure connector Vent collection box Vent outlet Sample gas filter (PTFE) Dust filter Humidity sensor Auto-zero solenoid valve CO purging pump Sample gas pump CO purge solenoid valve...

  • Page 13: Connectors

    User Manual VARIOluxx 3.4. Connectors Front side right Loudspeaker Ethernet (LAN) USB socket Second USB socket (option) RS485 (Option) Analog outputs 4 ... 20 mA Analog-inputs 4 … 20 mA Mains power supply Front side left Sample gas filter Condensate outlet port...

  • Page 14: Probes

    User Manual VARIOluxx The connection drawings are also displayed in the menu Extras. ► Touch the menu Extras.  A selection list appears. ► Press „Connections“.  The left side of the analyzer appears. ► Push „Right >>“.  The right side of the analyzer appears.

  • Page 15: Heated Gas Sampling Probe

    User Manual VARIOluxx 3.6. Heated Gas sampling probe For interchangeable probe tube with flue gas temperature measure- ment using type K-thermoelement. Probe handle Probe tube Fast locking coupling Probe cone Cable plug (14-pin) Heated hose line Cable coupler (5-pin) Fast locking coupling Filter lock ►...

  • Page 16: Gas Supply

    User Manual VARIOluxx 3.8. Gas supply The analyzer contains a gas feed pump (diaphragm pump). The flow through the gas feed pump is measured and regulated to the nominal value by the analyzer. If the pump capacity is not sufficient to reach the flow of the nominal value, an alarm is issued.

  • Page 17: Operation

    User Manual VARIOluxx 4 Operation 4.1. Commissioning The analyzer leaves the factory assembled and ready for use. ► Check the analyzer regarding completeness and integrity. ► Connect the analyzer to the mains plug.  The analyzer switches on.  The operating system boots.

  • Page 18: Charging The Battery

    User Manual VARIOluxx Power-on and reset Reserve Reserve LED display mains operation/battery charging mode Reserve Current flow rate Current temperatures heated hose Selected measuring program, e.g. Test or measurement program Current temperatures of NDIR bench Current temperatures of gas cooler Access to detailed information on the instrument components.

  • Page 19: Switching On The Analyzer

    User Manual VARIOluxx 4.4. Switching on the analyzer ► Touch the ⏻ button (1) for 3 sec. minimum  LED lights blue ► Release the ⏻ button (1).  Analyzer runs up. 4.5. Switching off the analyzer There are two possibilities to switch off the analyzer.

  • Page 20: Settings

    User Manual VARIOluxx Settings After the analyzer has been inspected and is ready for start-up it can be switched on and personalized settings can be entered. These settings can be changed at any time. 5.1. Analyzer settings In the Settings menu, some analyzer pre-sets may be configured: ►...
  • Page 21 User Manual VARIOluxx by the instrument, which are fuel type dependent, e.g. Lambda, heat loss. Negative gas ON/OFF Negative gas readings caused by tempera- readings ture drift of a sensor are suppressed (shown as zero) or displayed ON/OFF VNC Viewer for remote control via LAN...

  • Page 22: Setting Time And Date

    User Manual VARIOluxx 5.2. Setting time and date In the menu Extras, you can check the date and time and, if necessary, set it. When connected to the Internet, the time automatically synchronizes itself. ► Touch the menu Extras.  A selection list appears.

  • Page 23: Moving A Value Field

    User Manual VARIOluxx Moving a value field ► Touch the menu Measure  The measurement window appears. ► Touch and hold the value field.  Value field will be framed. ► Move the value field to a different position.  The other value fields move automatically.

  • Page 24: Setting Zoom

    User Manual VARIOluxx Setting zoom ► Touch the menu Measure.  The measurement window appears. Wipe to left on the Touchscreen. ►  The measured values are displayed in the zoom display. 5.4. Gas flow measurement With the option Gas flow measurement further measured values are available: •...
  • Page 25 User Manual VARIOluxx ► Change the desired parameters. ► Touch „CHOOSE UNITS“.  A setting window appears. ► Change the desired unit. ► Go back.  The change will be saved. 25 / 80 MRU GmbH, D-74172 Neckarsulm...

  • Page 26: Operating The Analyzer In The Extended Temperature Range

    User Manual VARIOluxx 5.5. Operating the analyzer in the extended temperature range With the option "Operation at extended temperature range" you can carry out measurements up to -15°. NOTE Note that measurements with a connected Acid Dosing Unit APE are not recommended because phosphoric acid can freeze at low temperatures.

  • Page 27: Operating Analyzer With Nihm-Battery

    User Manual VARIOluxx ► Screw the heating box onto the analyzer (1). The spacer bolts have internal threads. ► Connect the heating box to the external power supply (3). ► Plug the external power supply into a power socket. Ensure that the heating box is supplied with power during the entire measurement.
  • Page 28 User Manual VARIOluxx ► The analyzer displays a message if no power supply is connected.  The message appears 45 seconds after switching on.  The message appears after 90 seconds if the power supply unit is removed during operation.

  • Page 29: Measurement

    User Manual VARIOluxx Measurement 6.1. Preparing measurement CAUTION Acid from the condensate Acid burns may result from weakly acidic liquids from the condensate. ► If you come into contact with acid, wash the area im- mediately using a lot of water.

  • Page 30: Operating Temperature

    User Manual VARIOluxx Operating temperature The internal gas cooler operates at 5°C, which is the dew point of the sample gas to the sensors. Components along the gas line may be dam- aged if they are colder than 5°C and condensation appears internally.
  • Page 31 User Manual VARIOluxx ► Choose the desired option.  If the option "fresh air inlet" is selected, zeroing is carried out via the fresh air inlet.  If you select the option "selectable", you have to make further set- tings.

  • Page 32: Charging State Of The Battery

    User Manual VARIOluxx Charging state of the battery The battery symbol in the display indicates approximately the remaining capacity of the battery. From 2% remaining capacity, the charging indicator starts to flash red. If the instrument is not connected to the mains power supply within one minute, the analyzer switches off to prevent battery discharge.

  • Page 33: Filters

    User Manual VARIOluxx The flow rate of the gas should be within 90 ln/h. Otherwise, please check probe and filter for clogging. Check also whether there is a device alarm. Temperatures of NDIR and heating hose should be within the specified range in order to guarantee a sufficient measuring accuracy.

  • Page 34: Take A Measurement

    User Manual VARIOluxx 6.2. Take a measurement Setting O2 reference ► Touch the menu „Measure“.  The measurement window appears. ► Touch the „Context menu“(19).  A selection list appears. ► Touch „O2ref“.  A window appears. ► Adapt the O2 reference to your sample gas.

  • Page 35: Starting The Measurement

    User Manual VARIOluxx  A window appears ► Set the desired CO threshold value. ► Touch “OK”.  The setting is saved. The stored ppm value determines the CO shutdown threshold. If the measured value reaches this threshold, the second fresh air purge pump starts and the CO sensor is separated from the gas path by a valve.

  • Page 36: Starting Auto-Measurement

    User Manual VARIOluxx  A selection list appears. ► Choose the desired site.  The measured values are stored. The measurement continues until you switch off the analyzer.  See also Chapter Recalling stored measurements, Page 41. Starting Auto-measurement You can record the measured values for a defined period and have them displayed graphically.

  • Page 37: Displaying Auto-Measurement Graphical

    User Manual VARIOluxx Displaying Auto-measurement graphical A graphic symbol appears at the end of the defined recording period. ► Touch the graphic symbol.  A diagram appears. ► Touch the settings symbol.  A selection list appears. ► Select measured value.

  • Page 38: Stopping Auto-Measurement

    User Manual VARIOluxx Stopping Auto-measurement The Auto-measurement can be stopped manually at any time. ► Touch the context menu (19) while the measurement is recorded.  A selection list appears. ► Touch „Stop logging“  The Auto-measurement is stopped. 38 / 80...

  • Page 39: Data Memory

    User Manual VARIOluxx Data memory 7.1. Organizing data memory Base of the data memory of the analyzer is a set of sites stored in the instrument. Every site exists of a unique site number and 12 freely usa- ble text lines which can have, e.g., the address, customer name etc.

  • Page 40: Changing Site Data

    User Manual VARIOluxx Changing site data ► Touch the menu Sites.  A selection list appears. ► Select the desired site.  A window appears. ► Change the desired data. ► Touch „STORE“.  The changes are stored. 40 / 80...

  • Page 41: Deleting Sites

    User Manual VARIOluxx Deleting sites ► Touch the menu Sites.  A selection list appears. ► Select the desired site.  A window appears. ► Touch „Delete“.  The site is deleted. Recalling stored measurements Stored measurement can be displayed individually for each site.

  • Page 42: Data Transfer Via Usb (Csv Export)

    User Manual VARIOluxx ► Touch „MEASUREMENTS“.  A selection list appears. ► Touch the desired measurement.  The measurement window appears. 7.3. Data transfer via USB (CSV export) The data exchange format is CSV. A character-separated values (CSV) file is a simple text format for a database table. The analyzer uses a semicolon ‘;’...
  • Page 43 User Manual VARIOluxx ► Select the desired site.  A window appears. ► Touch „MEASUREMENTS“.  A selection list appears. ► Select the desired site.  The measurement window appears. ► Touch the “Context menu” (19).  A selection list appears.
  • Page 44 User Manual VARIOluxx ► Touch „Export CSV“.  A dialog window appears. ► Touch „OK“.  The directory 1113 Export is created on the USB stick.  The desired measurement is saved in the directory 1113Export.  The file name consists of the date and time of the measurement.

  • Page 45: Extras

    User Manual VARIOluxx 8 Extras 8.1. History ► Touch the menu Extras.  A selection list appears. ► Touch „History“  A window appears. ► Touch „DATE“.  A selection list appears. ► Choose the desired period time.  The chosen time period is displayed.

  • Page 46: Access Key

    User Manual VARIOluxx 8.2. Access key The entering of a password enables authorized personnel to adjust the sensors. The access key must be requested from the manufacturer. The access key is not required for regular use of the analyzer. 8.3. Internal log Settings The analyzer stores internal parameters at regular intervals to allow for an optimized support from experienced service staff.

  • Page 47: Copying Single Log Data

    User Manual VARIOluxx  The log files are saved in the directory [serial number].  After copying, the display shows "File(s) successfully copied". ► Touch „OK“. NOTE ► If the analyzer is operated for a long time, the copying process can take a long time.
  • Page 48 User Manual VARIOluxx ► Touch „COPY TO EXTERN USB-STICK“.  A window appears.  The copy process is started. ► Touch „OK“.  The directory [serial number] Logg was created on the USB-Stick. The log files are saved in the directory [serial number].

  • Page 49: Service Values

    User Manual VARIOluxx 8.4. Service values This screen displays a number of internal parameters and their values. In case of unexpected behaviour of the analyzer it might be helpful to communicate those values to our worldwide service staff: https://www.mru.eu ► Touch the menu Extras.

  • Page 50: Setting Lower / Higher Limit

    User Manual VARIOluxx ► Choose the desired measurrand. ► Touch “OK“.  The measurand is assigned to the desired channel. Setting lower / higher limit NOTE Setting lower limit (4mA) This setting determines the lower end value, corre- sponding to 4 mA. If the measured value falls below the set value, the Analog output stops at 4 mA.

  • Page 51: Setting Analog Outputs During Zeroing

    User Manual VARIOluxx Enter the desired values for the lower and higher limit. ► Touch „OK“.  The lower and higher limit are assigned to the desired channel. ► Touch "Default" to set the default values for the lower and upper limits.

  • Page 52: Pin Assignment Of The 4-20 Ma Interface (Analog In/Out)

    User Manual VARIOluxx  A selection list appears. ► Touch „Analog output setup (4-20mA)“.  A window appears. ► Scroll to "Output during zeroing" ► Touch the field. ► Choose the desired option. Pin assignment of the 4-20 mA interface (Analog IN/OUT) ►...

  • Page 53: Analog Input Setup (4-20Ma)

    User Manual VARIOluxx 8.6. Analog input setup (4-20mA) There are 4 Analog inputs (4-20 mA) available. Each Analog input (channel) is assigned a measured variable and an output range. ► Touch the menu Extras.  A selection list appears. ► Touch input setup (4-20mA).

  • Page 54: Getting Information About The Network

    User Manual VARIOluxx 8.7. Getting information about the network ► Touch the menu Extras.  A selection list appears. ► Touch „Network“.  A window appears. ► Touch „Info“.  Information about the network appear. 8.8. Assigning a fixed IP address ►...
  • Page 55 User Manual VARIOluxx ► Set the switch to "Static IP is active".  The fields for „IP-Adress/Subnetmask“, „Gateway“ and „Primary DNS“ are activated. ► Enter the values for IP „Address/Subnetmask“, „Gateway“ and „Pri- mary DNS“. ► Enter the Subnetmask as follows: ►...

  • Page 56: Connecting Analyzer With Wifi (Wlan)

    User Manual VARIOluxx ► Choose the desired option.  The change takes effect after a restart. 8.9. Connecting analyzer with WIFI (WLAN) ► Insert a WLAN stick into the analyzer. ► Touch the menu Extras.  A selection list appears.

  • Page 57: Printing Measurement Results

    User Manual VARIOluxx ► Touch „OK“.  A connection to the WLAN network is established.  A WLAN symbol appears in the display. ► Touch the WLAN icon to see the WLAN IP. ► Alternatively, open the overview display to see the WLAN-IP.

  • Page 58: Printing Current Measurement Results

    User Manual VARIOluxx Printing current measurement results ► Switch on the printer. ► Go to the menu Measurement.  The measurement window appears. ► Touch the “Context menu” (19).  A selection list appears. ► Touch „Print“.  The measurement is printed out with a slight delay.
  • Page 59 User Manual VARIOluxx ► Touch „MEASUREMENTS“.  The stored measurements are displayed. ► Touch the desired measurement.  The measurement window appears. ► Touch the context menu (19).  A selection list appears. ► Touch „Print“.  The measurement is printed out with a slight delay.

  • Page 60: Info

    User Manual VARIOluxx Info In the menu Info, version information and installed options can be viewed. ► Touch menu „Info“.  A window appears. ► Touch „INFO“.  A window appears. ► Touch „OPTIONS“.  A window appears. 60 / 80...

  • Page 61: Maintenance And Cleaning

    User Manual VARIOluxx 10 Maintenance and cleaning 10.1. Cleaning and maintenance The analyzer needs only low maintenance effort for long value preservation: CAUTION Acid from the condensate Acid burns may result from weakly acidic liquids from the condensate. ► If you come into contact with acid, wash the area im- mediately using a lot of water.

  • Page 62: Simple Service Work

    User Manual VARIOluxx 11 Simple service work 11.1. Information of the analyzer components Information about analyzer components is helpful in case of service or inquiries. ► Touch  A selection list appears. ► Choose the desired component of the analyzer.
  • Page 63 User Manual VARIOluxx  A window appears. ► Touch „LOAD FROM USB-STICK“.  The firmware is copied to the analyzer.  The button "PERFORM FIRMWARE UPDATE" becomes active when the copy process is complete. ► Touch „PERFORM FIRMWARE UPDATE“.  The firmware is updated.

  • Page 64: Specifications

    User Manual VARIOluxx 12 Specifications The technical data listed here may differ depending on the analyzer configuration. • means: included in the standard scope of each analyzer O means: optional possible, availability depends on device configuration 12.1. Technical data Operating temperature +5°C - +45 °C...

  • Page 65: Specifications Of Ndir Technology

    User Manual VARIOluxx 12.2. Specifications of NDIR technology ArtNr. Gas Measuring Range Resolution Accuracy 65684 CO2 40 Vol% 0,01 Vol% ±0,5 Vol% / 3% ≤ 10562 CO 1 Vol%... 10Vol% ±0,01 Vol% / 3% 5 Vol% ... 40 Vol% 0,01 Vol% ±0,1 Vol% / 3%...
  • Page 66 User Manual VARIOluxx Electrochemical Sensor Nom. Measuring Range 0 - 1000 ppm Overload Range < 5000 ppm Resolution Accuracy abs./reading ± 5ppm 5 % (0 - 1000 ppm) 10 % (> 1000 ppm) Response Time T90 < 30 s Option...
  • Page 67 User Manual VARIOluxx Resolution 1 ppm Accuracy abs./reading ± 5 ppm 10 % (0 – 500 ppm) 15 % (> 500 ppm) Response Time T90 < 40 s Paramagnetic Sensor Measuring Range 25 Vol% - 100 Vol% Resolution 0,01 Vol%...

  • Page 68: Gas Sampling And Conditioning

    User Manual VARIOluxx 12.4. Gas sampling and conditioning Max suction range gas pump 350 hPa gas flow typ 90 l/h Single Stage Gas cooler • Temperature Peltier cooler (during 5° C grid and battery operation) Batt operating hours with gas cooler...

  • Page 69: Calculated Values And Accessories

    User Manual VARIOluxx 12.6. Calculated values and accessories Measuring range (fuel type de- 0 - CO2 max pendant) Accuracy abs. ± 0,3 Vol% Dew point °C Losses qA 0 - 99,9 % Efficiency 0 - 120 % Measurement values available as...

  • Page 70: Data Communication

    Ο Analog I/O: 4x input, 8x output, 4... 20 mA Ο 12.9. Fuel type list This list is for Germany only. Fuel types from other countries can be obtained from MRU GmbH: Web page: www.mru.eu Germany O2max 20,96 Fuel CO2max...

  • Page 71: Appendix

    User Manual VARIOluxx 13 Appendix 13.1. Error diagnosis regarding the measuring instrument Fault indication Possible causes Repair Gas cooler is faulty! Gas cooler faulty. Contact MRU service depart- The system will shut ment. down. Undervoltage!!! Battery is discharged. Connect instrument to power The System will shut grid.
  • Page 72 User Manual VARIOluxx Fault indication Possible causes Repair Condensate or wa- ► To continue the operation, it has to be en- ter has been de- sured that no water will be fed to the sen- tected behind the sors. gas cooler stage. To ►...

  • Page 73: Switching Off The Analyzer In Case Error

    User Manual VARIOluxx 13.2. Switching off the analyzer in case error If the touch screen does not respond, you have two options for switch- ing off the analyzer: ► Touch the ⏻ button during flashing LED for 30 sec. minimum ►...

  • Page 74: Connecting Analyzer With Mru4Win

    L 32 bit signed integer value (-2.147.483.648…2.147.483.647) F 32 bit floating point value (reads -1E38, when not available) Further information about the defined registers on demand (www.mru.eu) and on the device supplied USB stick! 13.4. Connecting analyzer with MRU4win The analyzer is a Modbus device.

  • Page 75: Connecting Analyzer With Mru4Win Via Tcp/Ip Connection

    User Manual VARIOluxx  See also Chapter Creating analyzer in MRU4win, Page 76. Connecting analyzer with MRU4win via TCP/IP connection Before you can connect the analyzer with MRU4win via a TCP/IP con- nection, you have to read out the IP address in the analyzer.

  • Page 76: Creating Analyzer In Mru4Win

    User Manual VARIOluxx  See also Chapter Creating analyzer in MRU4win, Page 76. Creating analyzer in MRU4win Modbus devices are not automatically identified in MRU4win. Before you can the analyser with MRU4win, you have to create a Modbus device. ► Open MRU4win.
  • Page 77 User Manual VARIOluxx ► If necessary, enter your IP address, if you want to set up a TCP/IP connection. In this example the LAN address is 192.168.44.38.  See Example in Chapter Connecting analyzer with MRU4win via TCP/IP connection, Page 75.

  • Page 78: Remote Control Of The Analyzer Via Vnc

    User Manual VARIOluxx ► Click on the "Connect-Icon”  The analyzer is connected. 13.5. Remote control of the analyzer via VNC Activate WLAN-Hotspot (android) ► Install VNC viewer ► ► Configure VNC viewer Connect to device ► Activate VNC on Analyzer ►...

  • Page 79: Spare Parts

    User Manual VARIOluxx ► Use remote control via Android device. 13.6. Spare parts Part number Spare part 56879A PTFE Round filter 61158 Probe filter sintered metal 2 μm 61157 Probe filter sintered metal 20 μm 10825 Mineral wool filter element...

  • Page 80: Declaration Of Conformity

    User Manual VARIOluxx 14 Declaration of conformity 80 / 80 MRU GmbH, D-74172 Neckarsulm...

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