Summary of Contents for KAM Simple Presision OOD Series
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OOD™ ® OPTICAL OIL DETECTOR User Manual TEL +1 713 784 0000 FAX +1 713 784 0001 OODMANUAL 0720 Email Sales@Kam.com KAM CONTROLS, INC. 3939 Ann Arbor Drive Houston, Texas 77063 USA www.KAM.com An ISO 9001 certified company...
Maintenance • Cleaning Troubleshooting • Power Verification • 4-20 mA Output Loop • RS232 Communication • Electronics Debugging • RS485 Communication KAM CONTROLS, INC. reserves the right to make changes to this document without notice. KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
0-5000 ppm. Fiber optics within the optical probe respond to the fluorescence and absorption in the fluid to detect the presence and quantity of hydrocarbons in water. The simplicity of design and quality of engineering employed in the KAM OOD™ mean there are no moving parts.
Additional sizes available Pipe size: 3/4" to 48" Weight: from 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) * Range and accuracy are hydrocarbon dependent. Some applications/hydrocarbons may require lab samples for testing in order to determine allowable range and accuracy. KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
3 I N S TA L L AT I O N INSTALLATION FLOW AND LOCATION REQUIREMENTS The KAM OOD can be installed directly in main FIG. 3-1 lines with a pipe diameter of 4" and greater. FIG. 3-1. On applications where the pipe diameter is less than 4”...
DO NOT attempt to screw the OOD™ sensor either in or out by hand. Always use a 1 1/4" or 1 3/8" wrench on the wrench flat below the electronics enclosure. FLOW FLOW FLOW FLOW KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
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INSTALLATION DO’S AND DON’TS DO NOT use teflon tape on the OOD™ sensor threads. DO use liquid thread sealant. DO install the OOD™ sensor with a sunshade if the electronics are directly exposed to sunlight. KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
Remove all the protective packaging materials including the protective cap on the tip of the sensor and ensure that the OOD™ sensor was not damaged during transit. INSERTABLE/RETRACTABLE MODELS INSTALLATION KAM CONTROLS recommends vertical installations FIG. 3-3 KAM OOD™ INSTALLED ON A MAIN PIPE ®...
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8. Use the calculated TID and mark a second line on the shaft, measuring from first mark. FIG. 3-8. (Do not use anything sharp to mark the shaft as this will create grooves that will damage the O-rings in the seal housing.) Proceed to step 11. FIG. 3-8 First Mark Second Mark KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
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TABLE 3-2. "X" VALUE Pipe Diameter 4" 1/4" 6" and above 1" 10. Use the calculated TID and mark a second line on the shaft, measuring from first mark. FIG. 3-10. FIG. 3-10 First mark Second mark KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
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I N S TA L L AT I O N C O N T I N U E D 11. Bolt or screw the OOD™ sensor to the valve. (KAM CONTROLS recommends using thread sealant and not Teflon tape for the threaded OOD™). 12. Slowly open Full-opening Ball Valve and check for leaks.
Socket Cap Screws on the Locking Collar. In cases where line pressure cannot be reduced below 100 psi, a KAM IT Insertion Tool must be used to safely remove the unit. CAUTION: Once the Socket Cap Screws have been loosened, the OOD™...
I N S TA L L AT I O N C O N T I N U E D ANALYZER LOOP INSTALLATION KAM CONTROLS recommends this installation for 3/4" and 1" MNPT OOD™ sensors. We recommend using thread sealant and not Teflon tape for the OOD™ sensor threads.
Ex certified 3/4” NPT plug for the final installation. • The KAM OOD EX shall be connected by means of suitable cable entries, resp. conduit systems which correspond technically to the requirements at least of the standard conditions, indicated on the cover sheet of the referenced ATEX certification, and for which a separate test certificate is available.
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3. Prior to connecting power for the OOD™ sensor, first check both wires from the source for polarity and voltage, then label appropriately. KAM recommends using shielded twisted pair wire for both power and signal. 4. Connect positive wire to POWER (+). See FIG. 3-17 .
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The OOD provides power for the 4-20 mA The OOD provides power for the 4-20mA loop. Adding external power can damage loop adding external power can damage the 4-20mA (+) RECEIVER 4-20mA output. INPUT 4-20mA (-) the output and/or board. KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
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Power Supply and Output Wiring with External Powered Isolator INPUT 4-20mA (+) RECEIVER INPUT 4-20mA (-) OUTPUT Loop Isolator POWER SUPPLY POWER (+) POWER (-) 24VDC (5 Watts) INPUT 4-20mA (+) RECEIVER INPUT 4-20mA (-) OUTPUT Loop Isolator KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
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TYPICAL Relay WIRING TYPICAL Digital Out High Side Low Side WIRING WRONG Relay WIRING WRONG Digital Out High Side Low Side WIRING AC Voltage WRONG WIRING Relay WRONG Digital Out High Side Low Side WIRING KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
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Pin 8 RTS Not Connected Pin 9 RI Not Connected RS232 TXD RS232 RXD RS232 GND FIG. 3-23 USB to Serial Converter OOD RS232 Communication Cable USB to serial converter RS232 communication cable (provided) (provided) RS232 communication cable (provided) KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
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Recommended 4-20 mA Loop Isolators: 1. ASI X756526 Loop Powered Analog Signal Isolator, DIN Rail, Slim Line Single Channel 2. ASI 451129 4-20 mA Loop Powered LCD Model Analog Signal Isolator, Single Channel, PD663 DIN Rail KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
4 O P E R AT I O N COMMUNICATION SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION RealTerm software is used for calibration and troubleshooting of the KAM OOD. RealTerm is available as a free download. To download RealTerm, go to http://sourceforge.net/projects/RealTerm/ and click on the download button.
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Port: Select port number assigned to your serial port or USB port connected to converter 6. Click on the "Change" button to save these settings. FIG. 4-2 Port tab Change to save Select port number Port settings KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
If the output readings do not display in the RealTerm menu, proceed to the "RS232 Communication" troubleshooting section on page 35 of this manual. 2. Type "=ostop,c" in either command box and click on "Send ASCII" to stop the data. Always do this before disconnecting. KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
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Column 3 – Background signal: Shows the output value from the PD sensor when the light source is off. Range 0 to 2,500 Column 2 – Time code (for information only) Column 1 – Message ID (for information only) KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
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Column 3 – Background Signal: Shows the output value from the PD sensor when the light source is off. Range 0 to 2,500 Column 2 – Time code (for information only) Column 1 – Message ID (for information Only) KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
O P E R AT I O N C O N T I N U E D FIELD CALIBRATION Though the KAM OOD™ sensor is factory calibrated, it should be calibrated in the field to suit specific application ® requirements.
2. Turn on power to the OOD and launch RealTerm. 3. Go to the "Send" tab and type "OODmaster" (case sensitive) in either command box. Click on "Send ASCII." There will be a return message: "System has entered Admin mode!" FIG. 4-8. FIG. 4-8 KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
ENABLING / DISABLING MODBUS Unless requested, Modbus is usually disabled prior to shipment from KAM. If not done so already, please install and configure RealTerm as per instructions on pages 20-22 of this manual. 1. Connect your PC to the OOD sensor via the supplied RS232 serial cable and USB to serial converter as per the wiring diagram on page 14 of this manual.
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4. Power cycle (turn off and on) the OOD to start the Modbus communication. 5. To disable Modbus, use the same command “!modbus" and click on "Send ASCII." Modbus status will change to "Disabled" confirming the change. KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
The #2 represents the new address. That number can be any number from 1 to 247 . FIG. 4-13 To complete the change, turn the OOD power off, wait two seconds and turn it back on. KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
Parity: None Function Code: 3 Slave ID: 1 (By default, the Slave ID or Modbus Address is set to 1. To change Modbus address see "Changing Modbus Address" section on page 29 if necessary). Offset: 0 KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
32bit Float LED ON status 42006 32bit Float Electronics temperature in Celsius 42008 32bit Float 4-20mA output 42009 32bit Float Oil content in ppm 11. Connect the converter to the computer and power on the OOD. KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
Preferred solvents include, any petroleum solvent such as mineral spirits, gasoline, or diesel. Do not use WD40 or other chemicals. If you have a question regarding cleaning solvents, please contact KAM Controls directly at +1 713 784-0000 or email: AskAnEngineer@Kam.com KAM CONTROLS, INC.
If the polarity is wrong, turn off the power and rewire the OOD with the correct polarity. Turn the power back on NOTE: The OOD has built-in protection to avoid incorrectly when done. polarized voltages from damaging the instrument. KAM CONTROLS, INC. OODMANUAL 0720...
4-20 mA+ and 4-20 mA- terminals. The voltage should be between 10.0 VDC to 12.0 VDC. If the voltage is within the specified range, continue to step 4. If not, contact KAM Technical Support for further assistance.
The voltage should be between -5 and -10 VDC. If the voltage is not between the stated range, then the RS232 communication circuit might be damaged. Please contact KAM Technical Support for further assistance.
1. Launch RealTerm and type "=ostart,c,20" in either command box on the "Send" tab and click on "Send ASCII." The instrument’s data will start being displayed. If not, contact KAM Technical Support for further assistance. FIG. 6-3 & FIG. 6-4.
For Serial Numbers OOD-19-141 or higher: Column 7 should be in between 47 .0 and 57 .0 volts. If the voltage is within the stated limits, continue to the next step. If not, contact KAM Technical Support for further assistance.
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