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TPS WP-89 Handbook

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Congratulations !
You have purchased the latest in Handheld Turbidity instrumentation. We trust
that your new WP-89 will give you many years of reliable service.
The WP-89 is a breeze to operate. This manual has been designed to help you
get started, and also contains some handy application tips. If at any stage you
require assistance, please contact either your local TPS representative or the
TPS factory in Brisbane.
The manual is divided into the following sections:
1. Table of Contents
Each major section of the handbook is clearly listed. Sub-sections have also
been included to enable you to find the information you need at a glance.
2. Introduction
The introduction has a diagram and explanation of the display and controls
of the WP-89. It also contains a full listing of all of the items that you
should have received with your WP-89. Please take the time to read this
section, as it explains some of items that are mentioned in subsequent
sections.
3. Main Section
The main section of the handbook provides complete details of the WP-89,
including operating modes, calibration, troubleshooting, specifications, and
warranty terms.
4. Appendices
Appendices containing background information and application notes are
provided at the back of this manual.
TPS Pty Ltd
4 Jamberoo Street
Springwood, Brisbane,
Australia, 4127
Phone
: (07) 32 900 400
International
: 61 7 32 900 400
Fax
: (07) 3808 4871
International
: 61 7 3808 4871
E-mail
: tps@tps.com.au
Web Site
: www.tps.com.au
Model WP-89
Turbidity Meter
Handbook Version : 1g
Date
: 07
Author
: MS
Mar 2001

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  • Page 1 The introduction has a diagram and explanation of the display and controls of the WP-89. It also contains a full listing of all of the items that you should have received with your WP-89. Please take the time to read this section, as it explains some of items that are mentioned in subsequent sections.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Page 2 Contents Introduction ..................4 1.1 WP-89 Display and Controls................4 1.2 Unpacking Information ..................6 1.3 Specifications ....................7 WP-89 Menu Structure ..............9 Notes on Turbidity Probes & Standards........10 Readout Mode ................11 4.1 Selecting Absolute Turbidity Readout ............. 11 4.2 Selecting Relative Turbidity Readout ..............
  • Page 3 Page 3 Clock Function ................31 12.1 Setting the Clock ..................31 12.2 Displaying or Hiding the Clock..............31 Instrument firmware version number........32 Troubleshooting ................ 32 14.1 General Errors.....................32 Optional Protective Probe Shroud ........... 33 Warranty ..................34...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Page 4 1. Introduction 1.1 WP-89 Display and Controls...
  • Page 5 Press to access the user-friendly menu system. keys are used when calibrating (section 5), setting the clock (section 12.1) and setting the automatic logging period (section 8.1). Switches the WP-89 on and off. Display 32 character alpha-numeric display with user-friendly menu and prompting system.

  • Page 6: Unpacking Information

    Page 6 1.2 Unpacking Information Before using your new WP-89, please check that the following accessories have been included… Part No 1. WP-89 Turbidity Meter ............125190 2. High Sensitivity 90 probe, 5m..........125192 3. Turbidity Standard, Diluted, 360NTU, 200mL...... 125206 4.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    0 to 3,000 NTU 0 to 30,000 NTU Resolution ........0.02 NTU * Exact ranging subject to probe performance. The WP-89 will always select the range that provides the best resolution for the reading. Repeatability ......2% ±1 digit on all ranges.
  • Page 8 Page 8 Clock ........Calendar clock displays date and time. Date format : dd/mm/yy or mm/dd/yy (user selectable). Battery Saver......On....... Auto switch-off after 5 minutes. Off ...... Continuous use. Bar Graph display of battery charge level. Power........6V NiMH Rechargeable Battery. Dimensions ......187 x 110 x 51 mm Mass ........Instrument only ...

  • Page 9: Menu Structure

    Page 9 2. WP-89 Menu Structure A detailed breakdown of the menu system of the WP-89 is shown below. This diagram provides a quick reference for the menu functions available for the WP-89. → F1:Cal → F1:Probe F2:2pnt F3:3pnt → F2:Ntpad →...

  • Page 10: Notes On Turbidity Probes & Standards

    WP-89 instrument to the factory also. On power up the WP-89 will interrogate the probe socket to determine if a probe is connected, and its parameters. If a probe is not connected the display will show the message "NO PROBE".

  • Page 11: Readout Mode

    Page 11 4. Readout Mode The WP-89 has two operating modes – absolute turbidity and relative turbidity. The default mode is absolute turbidity. To select the readout mode… 4.1 Selecting Absolute Turbidity Readout 1. Switch the WP-89 ON. → → F3:Mode).
  • Page 12 Page 12 To enter the value of the reference solution manually… → → F3:Mode → → F4:Ref). 5. Select the Reference solution menu ( 6. Select F1:Numer from the menu. The reference solution setting screen is now displayed… 00000.00NTU REF ↑...

  • Page 13: Second Averaging

    Page 13 4.3 8 Second Averaging A unique feature of the WP-89 is the 8 second averaging function. By default, this function is switched off. This provides a fast reaction time, and is suitable for measuring solutions where the Turbidity is either stable or changing gradually in one direction.

  • Page 14: Calibration

    It should therefore not require re-calibration when the unit is first used. The WP-89 may be re-calibrated any time with a 2 point or a 3 point calibration. Thereafter, the operator can choose to use either the original factory calibration settings or the user calibration settings.
  • Page 15 F2:grab When the reading has stabilised, press to GRAB the turbidity standard solution reading. 6. The WP-89 will now allow you to enter the value of the second turbidity standard solution. For example… 360.3NTU pnt2/2 ↑ ↑ ↓ ↓ :set...

  • Page 16: Point Calibration Procedure

    1. Connect the probe to the sensor socket and switch the WP-89 ON. 2. Place the probe into the first turbidity standard solution. This must be a Zero NTU solution, such as filtered distilled water.
  • Page 17 Page 17 6. The WP-89 will now allow you to enter the value of the second turbidity standard solution. For example… 180.3NTU pnt2/3 ↑ ↑ ↓ ↓ :set F2:OK Press to set the value of the turbidity standard solution. Press to calibrate the second calibration point.

  • Page 18: Calibration Notes

    Page 18 5.3 Calibration Notes 1. The WP-89 will accept any turbidity standards that are entered during calibration, so calibration cannot fail. Ensure that your standards and procedures are correct to ensure that the WP-89 produces accurate measurements.

  • Page 19: Good Laboratory Practices (Glp)

    F2:→ → user Press to proceed to the next screen or to quit. 6. The WP-89 now offers the choice of using the factory or user calibration settings for turbidity measurements. For example… USER ↑ ↑ ↓ ↓ :set F2:→ →...

  • Page 20: Instrument Serial Number

    Page 20 6.2 Instrument Serial Number In case the serial number that is fitted to the rear of the WP-89 is removed or becomes illegible, it is also available on the WP-89 display. • The serial number is displayed at turn-on, for example…...

  • Page 21: Notepad Function

    Page 21 7. Notepad Function 7.1 Recording Readings into the Notepad To record readings into the Notepad memory… 1. Press in normal display mode. The display should now look like this: 360NTU #001 F1:yes F2:no A snapshot of the reading has been taken at the time was pressed.

  • Page 22: Erasing Records From The Notepad

    To erase all records from the Notepad… → → F2:Ntpad). 1. Select the Notepad menu ( 2. Select F2:Eras from the menu. 3. The WP-89 now asks if you are sure that you wish to erase all records. ERASE, YOU SURE? F1:yes F2:no 4.

  • Page 23: Printing Records From The Notepad To The Rs232 Port

    2. Connect the other end of the RS232 cable to an RS232 Printer, or to the COM1 or COM2 ports of a PC. 3. Ensure that the baud rate for the printer or PC and the WP-89 are the same (4800 baud).

  • Page 24: Automatic Datalogging

    Alternatively, press to quit and retain the current setting. 6. The WP-89 now offers the choice of logging into the instrument’s memory or directly to the RS232 port… log to notepad ↑...

  • Page 25: Starting And Stopping Automatic Datalogging

    Note: The clock must be set before the WP-89 will allow automatic logging to start. The message “Clock Not Set” is displayed if the clock is not set. See section 12.1 for details on setting the clock.

  • Page 26: Rs232 Port

    This section is applicable if the optional RS232 port is fitted. 9.1 RS232 Protocol The WP-89 RS232 configuration is 8 bits, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit, XON/XOFF Protocol. The baud rate is fixed at 4800. 9.2 Sending Readings to the RS232 Port...

  • Page 27: Rs232 Commands

    Page 27 9.4 RS232 Commands The following commands can be sent from a PC to the WP-89. Note that <cr> denotes carriage return and <lf> denotes a line feed. Action Command Notes Request current data ?D<cr> Returns the current Turbidity data, date and time from the WP-89.

  • Page 28: Data Format

    Page 28 9.5 Data Format Data is returned by the WP-89 in the following formats… Format Structure Notes dd/mm/yys s hh:mm:sss s LLLs s DDDDDDs s NTUs s MMM<cr> ?D<cr> dd/mm/yys s hh:mm:sss s LLLs s DDDDDDs s NTUs s MMM<cr>...

  • Page 29: Setting The Analogue Output Range

    Page 29 10. Setting the Analogue Output Range The analogue output is constantly available on the BNC socket next to the main probe connector (see in the diagram in section 1.1). The analogue output has a full scale of 0 to 2.0V DC corresponding to the range selected.

  • Page 30: Battery Care And Maintenance

    Page 30 11. Battery Care and Maintenance The WP-89 is fitted with a NiMH battery that is charged using the in-built controller to maximise life and operating time between charges. When shipped, the battery may be in a discharged state, in which case it will require at least 10 hours charging before use.

  • Page 31: Clock Function

    12.1 Setting the Clock → → F4:Setup → → F2:Clock). 1. Select the Clock Set-up menu ( 2. The WP-89 now offers the choice of date format… dd/mm/yy hh:mm ↑ ↑ ↓ ↓ :set F1:← ← F2:→ → Use the keys to select between dd/mm/yy or mm/dd/yy date format.

  • Page 32: Instrument Firmware Version Number

    Page 32 13. Instrument firmware version number. If you need to phone or fax TPS for any further technical assistance, the version number of your WP-89 firmware may of benefit to us. The version number is displayed by the WP-89 at turn-on.

  • Page 33: Optional Protective Probe Shroud

    Rotate the probe within the shroud so as to give the lowest possible reading. 3. Fasten the M3 screws onto the probe end. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. 4. Re-calibrate the WP-89 and probe with the shroud fitted, as per section 5.

  • Page 34: Warranty

    TPS Pty. Ltd. has a fine reputation for prompt and efficient service. In just a few days, our factory service engineers and technicians will examine and repair your equipment to your full satisfaction.
  • Page 35 Page 35 Please check that the following is enclosed with your equipment: • Your Name and daytime phone number. • Your company name, ORDER number, and return street address. • A description of the fault. (Please be SPECIFIC.) (Note: "Please Repair" does NOT describe a fault.) Your equipment will be repaired and returned to you by air express where possible.

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