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- Page 1 Issue 20.2 AQUACELL PORTABLE WASTEWATER SAMPLERS USER GUIDE Sira MC 050059...
- Page 3 Warranty Contents of Package 1 Introduction 2 Installation 3 Operation 4 Maintenance 5 Technical Specification 6...
- Page 5 Congratulations on choosing an Aquamatic Product. When used and maintained properly, this equipment should provide many years of reliable service As a mark of confidence each new Aquamatic Product is supplied with the following 12 month Warranty: Electrical and / or mechanical defects occurring during the 12 months from date...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Transit damage, or discrepancies, should be reported to Aquamatic immediately. If transit damage is not reported within 48 hours, transit insurance will be invalidated and the cost of repair will be chargeable Samplers .................... -
Page 9: Samplers
Samplers Aquacell P2-COMPACT Portable Wastewater Sampler ......... CL-1010 Aquacell P2 Sampler unit Intake Hose Base, Compact 2 x Fixing Screws User Guide Spare Volume Control Tube Aquacell P2-COOLBOX Portable Wastewater Sampler ......... CL-1020 Aquacell P2 Sampler unit Intake Hose Base, COOLBOX Spare Volume Control Tube User Guide... -
Page 10: Power Options
Aquacell P2-MULTIFORM Portable Wastewater Sampler ......CL-1030 Aquacell P2 Sampler unit Intake Hose Base, MULTIFORM 2 x Fixing Screws User Guide Spare Volume Control Tube Power Options Integral Battery CL-2001 Mains Connection CL-2003-volts / hz Mains Connection with Integral Float CL-2005-volts / hz Charged Backup Battery Separate 12V Lead Acid Battery Connection... -
Page 11: Sample Collection Vessels
Sampler Collection Vessels 25 litre Polyethylene 12 x 1 litre PET Bottler Container CL-3001 CL-3003 12 x 0.75 litre Glass 24 x 1 litre HDPE Bottler Bottler CL-3002 CL-3004 Optional Equipment - Electrical Ancillary Signal Connection - Basic CL-4004 Anti-Condensation Heater – PPI CL-4144-volts / hz Partial Internal... - Page 12 Data Connection CL-4006 Freezer – Bulk – 230V/50Hz CL-4022 Freezer – Standard – 230V/50Hz CL-4020 Sample Temperature Monitoring – CL-4005 Portable – P2-COOLBOX Sample Temperature Monitoring – CL-4148 Portable – Non P2-COOLBOX Thermostatic Remote Control Trigger CL-4149 Partial Internal Part Pressurised Pipeline Interface –...
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Page 13: Optional Equipment - Mechanical
Optional Equipment - Mechanical Intake Hose Extension – 2m CL-4008 Sample Chamber – Glass Supplement CL-7077 Security Cord CL-4019 Security Padlock CL-4055 Transportation Truck CL-4133 Thermal Jacket – P2 CL-5115... - Page 15 INTRODUCTION Safety First ................... 2.3 Infection Electrical Mechanical The User Guide ..................2.3 The Sampling Process ................ 2.4 The Aquacell P2 Portable Sampler Range ........2.5 Aquacell P2-COMPACT Aquacell P2-COOLBOX Aquacell P2-MULTIFORM Pressurised Pipeline Interface Optional Connections ................. 2.8 Temperature Probe Aux 1 Mains Ancillary Signals...
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Page 17: Safety First
Safety First Infection Aquacell P2 Wastewater Samplers and associated Sample Collection Vessels have been designed to minimise the risk of operator contact with the potentially hazardous wastewater medium, however great care should always be exercised when working in close proximity to wastewater. Particular attention should be paid to the following points: 1. -
Page 18: The Sampling Process
The Sampling Process The Aquacell P2 Wastewater Sampler extracts individual Sample Shots from a wastewater channel or vessel according to a predetermined program and deposits them into one or more Sample Collection Vessels. In this way the user is provided with a representative sample of the wastewater discharge The benefits of using a Sampler to automatically collect volumes of the wastewater effluent are varied but are often:... -
Page 19: The Aquacell P2 Portable Sampler Range
The Aquacell P2 range of Portable Automatic Wastewater Samplers are designed for flexibility of application with simplicity of operation As with all Aquamatic Samplers each model in the Aquacell P2 range is compliant with the UK Environment Agencies MCERTS standard for Automatic Wastewater Sampling... -
Page 20: Aquacell P2-Coolbox
Aquacell P2-COOLBOX This variant collects samples in a 5 litre polypropylene sample container and stores them for up to 5 days at between 0°C and 5°C (this is deemed to be the optimum storage temperature range for bio-degradable samples) 5 litre Polypropylene Container 2 x Cooling Elements... -
Page 21: Aquacell P2-Multiform
Aquacell P2-MULTIFORM This variant has a choice of 4 Sample Collection Vessels: MULTIFORM Base set to high position MULTIFORM Base set to low position P2-MULTIFORM with 1x25 litre Container P2-MULTIFORM with 12x0.75 litre Glass Bottler P2-MULTIFORM with 12x1 litre P.E.T. Bottler P2-MULTIFORM with 24x1 litre Bottler... -
Page 22: Pressurised Pipeline Interface
Pressurised Pipeline Interface The Pressurised Pipeline Interface (PPI) works in conjunction with any of the Aquacell Sampler range. Providing an interface between the Sampler and a pressurised Sampling Point, the PPI gives the Sampler the ability to extract representative samples from pipelines at pressures up to 6 BAR. - Page 23 Often there is a need to separate collected samples into individual containers. For this purpose the Aquacell P2-MULTIFORM model can be supplied with various multi container Bottlers. All Aquamatic Bottlers comprise a Distributor Unit characterised by its transparent Distributor Dome, a Distributor Pipe and a Bottle Carrier...
- Page 24 Each of the Samplers in the Aquacell P2 range have a number of locking points, these can be individually secured using suitable padlocks (Security Padlock CL-4055) to prevent unwanted interference. Alternatively, Aquamatic offer the Security Cord (CL 4019) which can be passed through each of the locking points in turn, the Sampler is then made tamperproof with just a single padlock.
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Page 25: Temperature Probe Aux
INSTALLATION Assembling & Connecting ..............3.3 Aquacell Sampler Pressurised Pipeline Interface Optional Connections Temperature Probe Aux 1 Mains Ancillary Signals Bottler Security Deploying the Sampler ............... 3.7 Positioning Routing the Intake Hose Setting the Sample Shot Volume Conditioning the Cooling Elements (Aquacell P2-COOLBOX) Power Integral Battery Mains Connection... - Page 27 Assembling & Connecting Aquacell Sampler Attach the Sampler unit to the base as follows: 1. Stand the base on a convenient level surface such as a bench or desk 2. The Sampler unit has a white plug at the bottom of each side cheek. These plugs locate in the black metal sockets in the base.
- Page 28 Pressurised Pipeline Interface The Pressurised Pipeline Interface (PPI) works in conjunction with any of the Aquacell Sampler range. Providing an interface between the Sampler and a pressurised Sampling Point, the PPI gives the Sampler the ability to extract representative samples from pipelines at pressures up to 6 BAR.
- Page 29 Diagram shows 12x1 PET Bottler connected to P2-Sampler Module All Aquamatic Bottlers comprise a Distributor Unit characterised by its transparent Distributor Dome, a Distributor Pipe and a Bottle Carrier. It is important when locating the Distributor Unit on the Bottle Carrier that the polarising slot in the Distributor Dome...
- Page 30 Ancillary Signal Connection Wiring Table Flow Meter Input * – Option A Integrated flow impulse signal – Normally open volt free contact Cable Cores Pin No. Notes Black (common) Inputs should be a ‘Normally Open’ volt free contacts Minimum contact closure period >30ms followed by minimum opening period of >20ms Flow Meter Input * –...
- Page 31 Deploying the Sampler Positioning Aquacell Wastewater Samplers are NOT suitable for use in areas classified as hazardous zones The Sampler should be stood on a substantial, flat, level surface. It should be located as close as possible to the sampling point and ideally at a level such that the Sample Chamber outlet pipe is always above top water level of the liquid from which the samples are to be taken When choosing the position for the Sampler, consideration should also be given to the...
- Page 32 • Ensure the stainless steel Intake Filter is always fully immersed. A partially immersed Intake Filter will result in excessive splashing as effluent enters the Sample Chamber. This can in turn lead to warnings and possible damage to your Sampler •...
- Page 33 • Freezer - Capable of being accurately controlled at a temperature of –7°C. Aquamatic offer a choice of 2 freezers suitable for this purpose: Freezer, Standard, (CL-4020) (suitable for 1 or 2 pairs of Cooling Elements) Freezer, Bulk (CL-4022) (suitable for 10 pairs of Cooling Elements) •...
- Page 34 Power The procedure for connecting power to the Sampler depends on which Power Option has been selected. Any supplied Mains Connection cable is wired as follows: Brown = Live Blue = Neutral Green / Yellow = Earth The Power Options are as follow: Integral Battery •...
- Page 35 8. LOW POWER MODE – If selected in the Program (see Programming Section for details) then quiescent current is reduced to a minimum Note: The Sampler Battery supplied by Aquamatic is a Valve Regulated Lead Acid type (VRLA). These batteries are very recyclable. Please ensure that spent batteries are safely returned to Aquamatic Ltd, your distributor, or an approved waste handling/disposal organisation.
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- Page 37 OPERATION Definitions .................... 4.3 Basic Operation ................... 4.3 Controlling the Sampler Taking a Spot Sample Programming ..................4.5 System Settings Program Settings Special Option Settings Using INFORMATION button The Event Log Running the Program Data Connection...
- Page 39 Definitions SAMPLE SHOT A single aliquot of liquid extracted from a specific sampling point SAMPLE One or more SAMPLE SHOT’s taken in immediate succession SPOT SAMPLE A manual SAMPLE initiated by pressing the ‘SPOT SAMPLE’ button PROGRAM The user defined sampling instructions which are entered into the Sampler SYSTEM SETTINGS Core Sampler settings e.g.
- Page 40 The keypad is divided into circular operating buttons and square programming buttons: Operating Buttons SYMB DEFINITION DESCRIPTION SPOT SAMPLE Manually initiates a single sample (available either in standby or during a running program) STOP Aborts a running program or Sample Shot INFORMATION Gives access to various Sampler information SET PROGRAM Allow user to setup specific sampling program...
- Page 41 SPOTSAM4 ==SAMPLING NOW== Excess effluent is purged from Sample Chamber back up POST PURGE the Volume Control Tube and down the Intake Hose until the level reaches the bottom of the Volume Control Tube. This leaves a measured volume in the Sample Chamber, this is the Sample Shot ➔...
- Page 42 SYSSET4 SAMPLE TEMP LOG The Sampler is capable of logging sample temperatures when specified with Sample Temperature Monitoring (see [STOP WHEN FULL] MAINTENANCE for details of fault registration). There are [ROLLING] 2 ways in which the Sample temperature data can be stored: •...
- Page 43 SYSSAM5 SAMPLING MODE Samples can either be taken at fixed time intervals or, TIME when coupled to a suitable flowmeter, in relation to flow [FLOW] ➔ See SYSSAM8 if TIME ➔ See SYSSAM6 if FLOW SYSSAM6 FLOW ORIDE TIME When working with a FLOW signal, a forced timed sample DISABLED can be scheduled when insufficient effluent has passed to...
- Page 44 SYSSAM12 MAXIMUM SAMPLES Set maximum allowable number of samples 0100 ➔ See SYSSAM13 SYSSAM13 PRE PURGE The time required, to expel the standing column of water 03 SEC in the submerged sample Intake Hose prior to the sample shot being collected The PRE PURGE time should be long enough to ensure that water is expelled from the Intake Hose followed by bubbles emitted from the end of the Intake Hose for...
- Page 45 SYSBOT6 BOT 15 SEC PAUS To avoid residual effluent drops falling into a subsequent Bottle the Sampler can be programmed to hold the [YES] Distributor Pipe over each Bottle for 15 seconds following Sample Release ➔ See SYSBOT7 SYSBOT7 The Bottler can be programmed to advance bottles (or INCREMENT BY ...
- Page 46 PROGSAM5 SAMPLE INTERVAL Set time between samples 00HR 01MIN ➔ See PROGSAM9 if Bottler not fitted ➔ See PROGBOT1 if Bottler is fitted PROGSAM6 IMPULSES/SAMPLE Set flow impulses between samples 0005 ➔ See PROGSAM9 if Bottler not fitted ➔ See PROGBOT1 if Bottler is fitted PROGSAM7 INT AT FULLSCALE Set required sample interval time when flow is at Full Scale...
- Page 47 Special Options Settings An additional menu of Special Options is available for functions which are only required for specialised applications. This menu can only be accessed when DEFAULT screen To enter the SPECIAL OPTIONS menu press and hold ‘ ’ button for at least 2 seconds ...
- Page 48 * When SPECOP2 ‘SHOTS / BOTTLE’ is selected 2 new screens will appear in the ‘System Settings’ > ‘Bottler’ menus, these are shown as follows: IDENT DISPLAY ACTION / COMMENTS SYSBOT4A BOTTLES / GROUP Select number of bottles to be addressed sequentially during each sample.
- Page 49 INFO3 MAX SAMPLE Auto-scrolls though key sample temperature data. This TEMP = 4.0°C menu choice is only available if the Sampler is fitted with the Sample Temperature Monitoring Facility MIN SAMPLE ➔ See DEFAULT TEMP = 1.0°C MEAN SAMPLE TEMP = 2.5°C ...
- Page 50 REM I/P OFF EVENT The external Remote Control input has opened PRG COMPLET EVENT Program has completed STOPPED EVENT STOP button has been pressed during a program WARN LATCH WARNING A Sampler Warning has occurred and Special Option LATCH WARNING OP is set for AUTO OFF or MANUAL WARN T/OUT WARNING A latched Sampler Warning has automatically timed out...
- Page 51 Running a Program To run your program, press the RUN PROGRAM button. On doing this the following screens will appear: IDENT DISPLAY ACTION / COMMENTS RUNPROG1 TESTING BOTTLER Only appears where Bottler is specified in SYSTEM PLEASE WAIT SETTINGS RUNPROG1 PROGRAM RUNNING Shows current status and date / time 19-02-11 10:35...
- Page 52 5. Set the Computer port properties as follows (settings may vary dependant on communications program): Bits per second 19,200 Data bits Parity None Stop bits Flow control None 6. Set the Computer ASCII Setup as follows: Append line feeds to incoming line ends Wrap lines that exceed terminal width Emulation set to ‘Auto detect’...
- Page 53 Press the 1 button on the Sampler to continue with the download The Sampler LCD will show: DOWNLOADING When the download is complete, the screen returns to the DEFAULT Note: If the logger contains less than 150 events the above choice will not be given and the download will automatically continue Calls the full Event Log from the Sampler e...
- Page 54 Calls the Warning Log from the Sampler w The computer will show: w WARNING LOG Record Count = 00001 21-05-19 15:35, 0003 SHOT T/OUT, (for example) Download Complete Calls the Temperature Log from the Sampler in spread sheet format suitable t1 for transferring into a Spreadsheet on a Computer The computer will show:...
- Page 55 Calls the Temperature Log from the Sampler in visual appraisal format t2 suitable for viewing directly in the download The computer will show: t2 NOTE: Temperatures are logged at 5 minute intervals Enter *c to cancel the Download Approximate download time = 001 to 002sec SAMPLE TEMPERATURE LOG Spread Sheet format selected...
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- Page 57 MAINTENANCE General ....................5.3 Removing / Refitting the Sample Chamber Cleaning Sample Tract (Intake Hose and Sample Chamber) Changing Desiccant Bag Lubricating Pinch Valve Piston Troubleshooting .................. 5.7 General Operational Troubleshooting Sampler Warning Message Troubleshooting Test Mode ..................5.11 Service Support ................. 5.12...
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Page 59: General
Routine user maintenance on your Aquacell Sampler is made as minimal as possible. It is however strongly recommended that regular preventative maintenance is carried out by an Aquamatic Certified Engineer. Please contact Aquamatic offices for details of annual Maintenance Contracts under which this work can be carried out... -
Page 60: Cleaning Sample Tract (Intake Hose And Sample Chamber)
Cleaning Sample Tract (Intake Hose and Sample Chamber) With all Aquacell Sampler models, in the interests of minimising sample contamination the Sample Tract (Intake Hose and Sample Chamber) should be kept clean. The method adopted to clean the sample tract will depend on how sensitive the application is to cross contamination Most parts of the sample tract are easily accessible and can be cleaned with a detergent and / or a cream cleaner such as ‘CIF’... - Page 61 Clean the sample Chamber Top in a similar manner but using brushes instead of a sponge. A small diameter bottle brush or similar can be used to clean the inside of the horizontal top pipe, and the silicone Volume Control Tube A small toothbrush (or similar) can be used to reach the base of the 3 electrodes and the inside surface of the Chamber Top between the electrodes.
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Page 62: Changing Desiccant Bag
Changing Desiccant Bag It is important to ensure that electronic / electrical hardware inside the sealed Sampler Module remains dry. As such periodically it may be necessary to change the Desiccant Bag inside your Aquacell Sampling Module. To do this proceed as follows: ... -
Page 63: Troubleshooting
Trouble Shooting If your Sampler is not operating correctly check the symptoms against the following list. If you are unable to remedy the problem then refer back to Aquamatic Ltd or your local dealer (see Service Support section for details) -
Page 64: Sampler Warning Message Troubleshooting
Sampler Warning Message Troubleshooting SYMPTOM FAULT ACTION / COMMENTS 1. Display shows: a. Chamber not fitted a. Fit chamber FAULT b. One or more contact springs b. Clean tops of electrodes PROBE OPEN CCT in front panel sample where contact is made with and sample shot cycle aborts chamber assembly recess contact springs. - Page 65 5. Display shows: a. Intake filter is out of source a. Ensure Intake Filter is fully FAULT effluent immersed. See Installing SHOT TIMED OUT Intake Hose (See Operation and a shot is not acquired Section) Notes: b. Channel is dry b.
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Page 66: Test Mode
12. Display shows: Appears where main power is None MAINS POWER restored with a Sampler being RESTORED operated on mains with a float charged Back-Up battery option 13. Display shows: a. Mains power supply problem a. Restore adequate supply AQUACELL voltage READY b. - Page 67 test sv valves Press ✓ button to check solenoid valves 1 to 3 in turn [driving valve 1] Listen for 3 clicks as valves automatically energise in turn [driving valve 2] [driving valve 3] [test finished] test acquired op Press ✓...
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Page 68: Service Support
There are no user serviceable parts on the Aquacell apart from those mentioned above. In the event of failure of a Sampler the following procedure should be carried out: 1. Report the failure to Aquamatic Ltd or its approved distributor. Often a telephone call is enough to resolve a perceived problem 2. - Page 69 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Operation / Performance ..............6.3 Mechanical ................... 6.4 Power Supply ..................6.5 Optional Connections / Equipment ............ 6.6 Disposal ....................6.7 Standards Compliance ............... 6.7...
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Page 71: Operation / Performance
Operation / Performance General usage Aquacell Wastewater Samplers are NOT suitable for use in areas which have been classified as ATEX hazardous zones Sample media suitability Non-pressurised wastewater (unless specified with Pressurised Pipeline Interface) Sample extraction method Air pump vacuum system Operating modes Time 1 min to 100 hour sampling interval... -
Page 72: Mechanical
Control panel: 17 button keypad. Alpha numeric LCD Humidity control Desiccant Bag with graduated Humidity Indicator visible on Front Panel Sample Collection Vessel availability Aquacell P2-COMPACT 1 x 5 litre MDPE Container Aquacell P2-COOLBOX 1 x 5 litre HDPE Container Aquacell P2-MULTIFORM 1 x 25 litre MDPE Container 12 x 0.75 litre Glass Bottler... -
Page 73: Power Supply
Weight (excluding Power Option / Sample Collection Vessel) Aquacell P2-COMPACT 7.3Kg Aquacell P2-COOLBOX 5.0Kg + 12.5Kg COOLBOX Base Aquacell P2-MULTIFORM 8.5Kg Typical Optional Equipment: Integral Battery 2.7kg Mains Connection 1.6kg Bottler (24x1 HDPE inc Bottles) 6.4kg Key materials of construction (standard setup) Sample Chamber Acrylic (Glass optional) Sample Chamber Top... -
Page 74: Optional Connections / Equipment
Power requirement Mains powered Samplers 110/120/220/230VAC 50/60Hz (to order) Battery powered Samplers 12V 7Ah min Power consumption Mains powered Samplers 60VA max. Battery powered Samplers 12V @ 5A max Quiescent current LOW POWER MODE ‘on’ = 3mA (approx) LOW POWER MODE ‘off’ = 55mA (approx) Battery consumption / sample shot 0.0205Ah (approx with 3 metre lift) Optional Connections / Equipment... -
Page 75: Disposal
Data Connection output USB cable A-B connecting to suitable USB COM port. Requires serial port PC Requires Data Connection (CL-4006) communication software Disposal In the event that this equipment is being disposed of particular reference should be made to the ‘Key Materials of Construction’ earlier in this section. All parts must be disposed of in line with current UK regulations. - Page 76 The fulfilment of the safety objectives referred to in Article 3 and set out in Annex I of the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU has been demonstrated, having applied the following standard: BS EN 61010-1:2010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
- Page 78 50 years experience in the wastewater sampling industry From the outset the Aquamatic philosophy has been to focus strictly on the design and manufacture of uncomplicated, robust and reliable wastewater sampling equipment. By...