Hydac FCU 8000 Series Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual
Hydac FCU 8000 Series Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

Hydac FCU 8000 Series Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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FCU 8000 series
FluidControl Unit
Operating and Maintenance Instructions
Valid from firmware versions 3.22 up
English (translation of original instructions)
Document no.: 3109776d

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  • Page 1 FCU 8000 series FluidControl Unit Operating and Maintenance Instructions Valid from firmware versions 3.22 up English (translation of original instructions) Document no.: 3109776d...
  • Page 2: Trademarks

    HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH all rights reserved All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced in part or whole without the express written consent of HYDAC Filter Systems GmbH. Contraventions are liable to compensation. Exclusion of liability We have made every endeavor to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this document.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FCU 8000 series Content Content Trademarks .......................2 Documentation Representative................2 Content........................3 Preface ........................7 Customer service....................8 Modifications to the Product ...................8 Warranty .........................8 Using the Documentation ..................9 Safety information and instructions ..............10 Obligations and liability ..................10 Explanation of symbols and warnings ..............11 Proper/Designated Use ..................11...
  • Page 4 FCU 8000 series Content Diagram of the BottleSampling Unit ..............33 Perform basic settings for bottle sampling operation ........34 Flushing BottleSampling Unit ................35 Measurement with BottleSampling Unit............36 Switching on the FCU ....................39 Switching on the FCU ...................39 Selecting the Viscosity Range ................39 Starting up the FCU....................40...
  • Page 5 FCU 8000 series Content Measurement channel table ................68 MODE M3 ......................68 MODE M4 ......................69 MODE M5 ......................70 MODE M6 ......................70 SETUP menu......................72 Autostart......................73 Abort at Q=0...................... 74 Setting the pump start delay ................75 Setting the date and time ..................76 Set bus address ....................77...
  • Page 6 FCU 8000 series Content FCU 8xx0 (version for mineral oil) ..............102 FCU 8xx1 (version for HFD fluids)..............102 FCU 8xxx ......................103 Accessories ......................103 Explanation of the measuring technology terms used........104 Overview - ISO 4406 / SAE AS 4059 and NAS 1638 classes......105 ISO 4406:1999....................105...
  • Page 7: Preface

    FCU 8000 series Preface Preface For you as the owner of a product manufactured by us, we have produced this manual, comprising the most important instructions for its operation and maintenance. It will acquaint you with the product and assist you in obtaining maximum benefit in the applications for which it is designed.
  • Page 8: Customer Service

    When making modifications or performing repair work to components affecting the safety of the product, the product may not be put back into operation until it has been examined and released by a HYDAC representative. Please notify us immediately of any modifications made to the product whether by you or a third party.
  • Page 9: Using The Documentation

    FCU 8000 series Preface Using the Documentation Please note that the method described above of locating specific information does not release you from your responsibility for carefully reading the entire manual prior to starting the unit up for the first time and carefully rereading the manual at regular intervals later on.
  • Page 10: Safety Information And Instructions

    FCU 8000 series Safety information and instructions Safety information and instructions These operating instructions contain the key instructions for properly and safely operating the FCU. Obligations and liability The basic prerequisite for the safe and proper handling and operation of the FCU is knowledge of the basic safety instructions and regulations.
  • Page 11: Explanation Of Symbols And Warnings

    FCU 8000 series Safety information and instructions Explanation of symbols and warnings The following designations and symbols are used in this manual to designate hazards, etc.: DANGER denotes situations which can lead to death if DANGER safety precautions are not observed.
  • Page 12: Improper Use

    Do not make any structural modifications (design modifications, extensions) to the FCU without the prior consent of the manufacturer. Any conversion modifications require written permission from HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH. Immediately replace any parts which are not in perfect condition.
  • Page 13: Training Of Personnel

    FCU 8000 series Safety information and instructions Training of personnel The owner is obliged to only let persons work on the FCU, who: are familiar with the fundamental occupational safety and accident prevention  regulations and have been properly instructed in the use of the FCU.
  • Page 14: Checking The Scope Of Delivery

    FCU 8000 series Checking the Scope of Delivery Checking the Scope of Delivery The FluidControl Unit FCU comes packed and ready for operation. Before commissioning the SFC, check the content of the package to make sure everything is present. The following items are supplied:...
  • Page 15: Description Of The Fcu

    FCU 8000 series Description of the FCU Description of the FCU The FCU FluidControl Unit can determine the solid particle contamination of mineral oils on a continuous basis. With the FCU, it is possible to record, save and display the particle numbers for six particle sizes and the cleanliness class completely automatically during continuous operation in accordance with NAS 1638 and/or SAE AS4059 or ISO 4406.
  • Page 16: Operating Elements / Dimensions

    FCU 8000 series Description of the FCU Operating elements / Dimensions Item Designation High pressure port = INLET Return port connection - OUTLET Switch - On/Off Electrical connection - 24 V DC Serial interface Control port Sealing cover Dot-matrix printer...
  • Page 17: Restrictions On Use - Fcu 8110 / 8210

    FCU 8000 series Description of the FCU Restrictions on use – FCU 8110 / 8210 NOTICE Impermissible operating conditions The FCU will be destroyed ► The FCU may only be used with mineral oils or mineral oil-based raffinates. Restrictions on use – FCU 8111 / 8211...
  • Page 18: Hydraulic Diagram

    FCU 8000 series Hydraulic diagram Hydraulic diagram INLET OUTLET Item Designation Optical sensor Flow rate sensor Flow rate control valve (adjustable) Filter Flow control valve Pressure relief valve Pressure accumulator HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH en(us) Page 18/112 BEWA FCU8000 3109776d en-us 2011-06-10.doc...
  • Page 19: Fcu Function Description

    FCU 8000 series Hydraulic diagram FCU Function Description Item Designation Optical sensor Laser light source Photodetector Evaluation electronics Flow rate sensor Display Flow rate control valve (adjustable) Filter Flow control valve Pressure relief valve Serial interface Keyboard Relay Printer Pressure accumulator...
  • Page 20 FCU 8000 series Hydraulic diagram A continuous flow of oil runs through an optical sensor (1) comprised of a laser light source (2) and a photo receiver (3). The contamination particles present in the flow of oil cause pulse-like darkenings of the light beam, which are both classified as measurement signals in accordance with particle size and counted by an evaluation electronics system (4).
  • Page 21 FCU 8000 series Hydraulic diagram The evaluation electronics in the FCU continuously monitors for this purpose the following:  the particle sensor  the filter clogging indicator  the flow rate sensor  the power supply voltage  the internal evaluation electronics The contact from Relay 3 is always closed during normal operation.
  • Page 22: Electrical Connection Of The Fcu

    FCU 8000 series Electrical connection of the FCU Electrical connection of the FCU The FCU is equipped with a battery. This allows network-independent measurement (with online print-out) for ~ 5 hours. The battery is automatically recharged when the power adapter is plugged in, regardless of whether the FCU is switched on or off at the switch or not.
  • Page 23: Connecting The "Pc" Interface

    FCU 8000 series Electrical connection of the FCU Connecting the "PC" interface You can communicate with a PC via this interface. This interface is designed in the standard version as RS232 and optionally as RS485. Serial RS 232 Interface (Standard)
  • Page 24: Control" - Connecting The Control Port

    FCU 8000 series Electrical connection of the FCU "Control" – Connecting the control port Contact assignment (switched position when the FCU is ready for operation) NC contact Relay 1, programmable by user NO contact Base contact NC contact Relay 2, programmable by user...
  • Page 25: Relay Functions

    FCU 8000 series Electrical connection of the FCU Relay Functions The following tables show the switched position of the relays in the various operating modes in keeping with the operating condition or measurement result. Relay 1 Relay 2 Measurement Measurement...
  • Page 26 FCU 8000 series Electrical connection of the FCU Relay 1 Relay 2 Within range Lower limit ≤ After switching Lower limit ≤ After switching measured the unit on or measured the unit on or value ≤ upper starting a value ≤ upper...
  • Page 27 FCU 8000 series Electrical connection of the FCU Relay 1 Relay 2 Start or result Measurement 5 consecutive After the first Flow rate of check is currently in measured measured within set measurement progress and values ≤ limit or value is...
  • Page 28: Adjustable Limit Values

    FCU 8000 series Electrical connection of the FCU Adjustable limit values Min. Max. M2: Switching limits FCU81xx FCU 82xx 2 µm channel NAS 4 µm channel SAE 5 µm channel NAS 6 µm channel SAE 15 µm channel NAS 14 µm channel SAE 25 µm channel NAS...
  • Page 29: Fcu In Online Operation

    FCU 8000 series FCU in online operation FCU in online operation WARNING Hydraulic systems are under pressure Danger of bodily injury ► Depressurize the system before performing any work on it. NOTICE If the OUTLET connection is closed or blocked The FCU will be damaged.
  • Page 30 FCU 8000 series FCU in online operation To connect the FCU, proceed as follows:: Plug the return-line hose into the OUTLET connector and route it into a suitable container, e.g. hydraulic tank. Set the flow rate control valve to a value of 3.
  • Page 31: Fcu In Bsu Operation (Only For Fcu 8110 / 8210)

    FCU 8000 series FCU in BSU operation (only for FCU 8110 / 8210) FCU in BSU operation (only for FCU 8110 / 8210) The BottleSampling Unit BSU permits the counting of oil sample bottles. The procedure of a measurement or a flushing process is controlled completely by the FCU 8xx0.
  • Page 32 FCU 8000 series FCU in BSU operation (only for FCU 8110 / 8210) Connect the FCU to the BottleSampling Unit BSU: Remove the filter insert. Insert the Bottle Sampling Adapter into the FCU. Connect the hydraulic ports (so they cannot be mixed up) to the BSU and seal the port of the FCU marked "OUTLET"...
  • Page 33: Diagram Of The Bottlesampling Unit

    FCU 8000 series FCU in BSU operation (only for FCU 8110 / 8210) Diagram of the BottleSampling Unit Compressed air inlet (max. 6 bar / 90 psi) Valve for pressurizing / depressurizing the pressure chamber Shut-off valve Drain valve Collection vessel...
  • Page 34: Perform Basic Settings For Bottle Sampling Operation

    FCU 8000 series FCU in BSU operation (only for FCU 8110 / 8210) Perform basic settings for bottle sampling operation The following settings must be made in the POWERUP menu under point "M6: Bottle Sampler" (see also page 80) BottleSampler draining...
  • Page 35: Flushing Bottlesampling Unit

    FCU 8000 series FCU in BSU operation (only for FCU 8110 / 8210) Flushing BottleSampling Unit WARNING Flushing media with explosion protection Risk of explosion ► Do not flush the BSU with liquids requiring explosion protection. Use the mode M5 to flush the system of FCU and BSU.
  • Page 36: Measurement With Bottlesampling Unit

    FCU 8000 series FCU in BSU operation (only for FCU 8110 / 8210) Measurement with BottleSampling Unit Use mode M6 to analyze the contamination of an oil sample from a sample jar by means of the BottleSampling Unit BSU (optional accessory).
  • Page 37 FCU 8000 series FCU in BSU operation (only for FCU 8110 / 8210) Once each individual measurement has been completed, the relevant result is printed out when online printing is activated (see page 53). The resultant quantity of particles is projected for 100 ml.
  • Page 38 FCU 8000 series FCU in BSU operation (only for FCU 8110 / 8210) The average result is printed out, even if online printing is switched off. If all the single measurements are deactivated, no average result will be printed out.
  • Page 39: Switching On The Fcu

    FCU 8000 series Switching on the FCU Switching on the FCU Switching on the FCU When the FCU is switched on, various things are shown in the display, i.e. model no., firmware version, available memory, battery charge status, bus address and, possibly, error messages (cf.
  • Page 40: Starting Up The Fcu

    FCU 8000 series Starting up the FCU Starting up the FCU Conducting Measurements via the High-Pressure Port (INLET) Press the "START" key and set the flow rate to approx. 50 ml/min. using the flow control valve on the front. If an error message appears in the display, turn the flow control valve in the required direction until the error message disappears and measurement operation starts automatically.
  • Page 41: Menu And Number Keys (Red)

    FCU 8000 series Operating the FCU Menu and Number Keys (red) mode setup Select measurement operation Basic settings (with/without relay actuation) (Autostart, date, time, etc.) Editing measured value memory Display ISO code memory (This key responds only when (name of the measuring point,...
  • Page 42: Fcu Menus

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus FCU menus MODE - select operating mode In the Menu mode, select the operating mode in which the measurement is to be carried out. When the FCU is switched on, the operating mode last used last is preset.
  • Page 43: Mode "M1: Measure

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus MODE "M1: Measure" Mode M1 "Measurement" is used for measuring oil cleanliness without using the control functions. Typical applications: Short-time measurement of system cleanliness MODE "M2: Measuring and switching" Mode M2 "Measure + switch" can be used for measuring the cleanliness of the oil in the hydraulic system, at the same time offering the possibility of controlling limit relays for signaling purposes.
  • Page 44: Mode "M4: Filtering From To" (Performance Of Automatic Filtration)

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus MODE "M4: Filtering from to" (performance of automatic filtration) Mode M4 “Filter from ... to” enables the FCU to assume control of an external filtration unit (e.g. OF5C). The external filtration unit will be controlled thereby in such a way that the oil cleanliness in the tank to be monitored will always be within the specified limits.
  • Page 45: Memory Menu

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus MEMORY Menu In the MEMORY menu you can set the storage of logs. The percentage shown in the display indicates how much of the memory has been used. 0.0% = Memory empty <-> 100 % Memory full.
  • Page 46: Designating The Measurement Point

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Designating the measurement point The measuring position designation is used for conveniently assigning a log to a measurement site at which a measurement is being or was performed. It is stored together with the measured results and appears on the log printouts.
  • Page 47: Setting The Averaging Interval

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Insert character: start Press the keys simultaneously and a space will be inserted in front of the character just marked. Delete character: start Press the keys simultaneously and the character just marked will be deleted from the measuring point designation.
  • Page 48: Selective Deletion

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Selective deletion This menu item enables individual or several logs to be deleted. Various criteria are available for selecting the logs to be deleted. memory MEMORY 0,0 % start Selective deletion Log selection: Log selection...
  • Page 49 FCU 8000 series FCU menus Log selection: start Date dd.mm.yyyy specified value is Date of log: the date of the dd.mm.yyyy last log. Date of log: start dd.mm.yyyy Are you sure? OK = YES STOP = NO YES - The selected logs of start dd.mm.yyyy are deleted.
  • Page 50: Delete All

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus dd.mm.yyyy specified value is Date of log: the date of the dd.mm.yyyy last log. Date of log: start dd.mm.yyyy Designation X specified value is Measuring point the measuring Designation X point of the last log.
  • Page 51: Change Meas. - Point

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Change meas. – point This menu item enables the designation of a measuring point to be changed. memory MEMORY 0,0 % 0 start Change meas. point dd.mm.yyyy hh:mm Designation X dd.mm.yyyy hh:mm start Designation X...
  • Page 52: Setting The Memory Mode

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Setting the memory mode This menu item determines how the FCU behaves when its log memory is full. memory MEMORY 0,0 % 0 start Memory mode Overwrite Stop if full Confirm entries. start Abort and exit without saving.
  • Page 53: Print Menu

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus PRINT menu The PRINT menu enables printouts to be initiated of stored logs, ongoing measurements, the table of contents and the parameter list. print PRINT Logs PRINT BS logs PRINT PRINT Contents PRINT PRINT All parameters...
  • Page 54: Logs

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Logs The stored logs from the FCU online operation can be output via the built-in printer. Various criteria are available for selecting the logs to be printed. print PRINT start Logs Log selection: Log selection...
  • Page 55 FCU 8000 series FCU menus (only for print-out Printout of: format "List") Particles (SAE: for 82xx Printout of: only) NAS (SAE) The selected logs are printed. start Abort and exit stop FCU 81xx FCU 82xx Particles Particles Channel NAS 1 … 3 Channel SAE A …...
  • Page 56 FCU 8000 series FCU menus The selected logs are printed. start Abort and exit stop FCU 81xx FCU 82xx Particles Particles Channel NAS 1 … 3 Channel SAE A … C Channel NAS 4 … 6 Channel SAE A … C...
  • Page 57 FCU 8000 series FCU menus FCU 81xx FCU 82xx Particles Particles Channel NAS 1 … 3 Channel SAE A … C Channel NAS 4 … 6 Channel SAE A … C Log selection: start Date + Measuring point Date of log: dd.mm.yyyy...
  • Page 58 FCU 8000 series FCU menus FCU 81xx FCU 82xx Particles Particles Channel NAS 1 … 3 Channel SAE A … C Channel NAS 4 … 6 Channel SAE A … C HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH en(us) Page 58/112 BEWA FCU8000 3109776d en-us 2011-06-10.doc...
  • Page 59: Bs-Logs

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus BS-Logs The stored logs from the Bottle Sampling operation can be output via the built-in printer. Various criteria are available for selecting the logs to be printed. print PRINT start BS logs Log selection: Log selection...
  • Page 60 FCU 8000 series FCU menus (only for print-out Printout of: format "List") Particles (SAE: for 82xx Printout of: only) NAS (SAE) The selected logs are printed. start Abort and exit stop FCU 81xx FCU 82xx Particles Particles Channel NAS 1 … 3 Channel SAE A …...
  • Page 61 FCU 8000 series FCU menus The selected logs are printed. start Abort and exit stop FCU 81xx FCU 82xx Particles Particles Channel NAS 1 … 3 Channel SAE A … C Channel NAS 4 … 6 Channel SAE A … C...
  • Page 62 FCU 8000 series FCU menus FCU 81xx FCU 82xx Particles Particles Channel NAS 1 … 3 Channel SAE A … C Channel NAS 4 … 6 Channel SAE A … C Log selection: start Date + Measuring point Date of log: dd.mm.yyyy...
  • Page 63: Print Contents

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus FCU 81xx FCU 82xx Particles Particles Channel NAS 1 … 3 Channel SAE A … C Channel NAS 4 … 6 Channel SAE A … C PRINT Contents A summary of the logs stored in memory is printed out. The following is output for each log: log number, measuring position designation, starting and stopping time, and number of log lines.
  • Page 64: Paper Feed

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Paper feed The printer paper is transported ~ 1 cm. print PRINT Paper feed Confirm entries and start paper feed. start Abort and exit. stop Online printout The measured values are outputted on line and on the printer.
  • Page 65: Print Out, Cancel

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Confirm entries start Abort and exit. stop Print out, cancel A current print operation is aborted. print PRINT Print out, cancel Confirm entries and start paper feed. start Abort and exit. stop LIMITS menu The LIMITS menu enables settings (limits) to be entered for the various operating modes.
  • Page 66: Mode M2

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus MODE M2 limits LIMITS M2: Relay 1 Press this key to confirm the operating mode selected and to start initiate measurement. Values according to the M2:R1 Measurement channel: measurement xx m chan. unit channel table on page 68.
  • Page 67 FCU 8000 series FCU menus limits LIMITS M2: Relay 2 Press this key to confirm the operating mode selected and to start initiate measurement. Values according to the M2:R2 Measurement channel: measurement xx m chan. unit channel table on page 68.
  • Page 68: Measurement Channel Table

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Measurement channel table FCU 81xx FCU 82xx 2 µm Channel Channel 5 µm Channel Channel 15 µm Channel Channel 25 µm Channel Channel 50 µm Channel Channel 100 µm Channel Channel 2 µm Channel 4 µm Channel 5 µm...
  • Page 69: Mode M4

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus MODE M4 limits LIMITS start M4: Filter from to Jump from value M4: Limit values: to value. ( / yy / zz ) Standard M4: Limit values: ( xx / yy / zz ) Standard M4: Limit values: ( xx / yy / zz )
  • Page 70: Mode M5

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus MODE M5 limits LIMITS start M5: Flushing volume M5 Flushing volume: Xxx ml n = 1 … 100 M5 Flushing volume: Xxx ml Press this key to confirm the operating mode selected and to start initiate measurement.
  • Page 71 FCU 8000 series FCU menus n = 1 … 100 M6 Measurements/sample: Press this key to confirm the operating mode selected and to start initiate measurement. M6 Dilution: n = 0 … 250 x : y n = 0 … 250...
  • Page 72: Setup Menu

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus SETUP menu The SETUP menu enables settings to be entered which apply to several or all of the FCU’s operating modes. setup SETUP Autostart SETUP Abort at Q=0 SETUP Pump start delay SETUP Date / Time...
  • Page 73: Autostart

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Autostart This menu item enables a setting to be entered determining whether the FCU has to be started manually after having been switched on or whether it automatically performs a measurement in a preselected MODE.
  • Page 74: Abort At Q=0

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Abort at Q=0 This menu item enables a setting to be entered determining how the FCU acts when the current flowing through the sensor drops to a value of “0” while a measurement is in progress.
  • Page 75: Setting The Pump Start Delay

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Setting the pump start delay When conducting measurements with the aid of an external pump or an external filtration unit (e.g. OF5C), this function enables the user to operate the pump for a limited period of time within which a flow has to start at the FCU.
  • Page 76: Setting The Date And Time

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Setting the date and time The date and time are displayed and can be changed. setup SETUP start Date / Time Selection Date: dd.mm.yyyy Date: dd.mm.yyyy Date: start dd.mm.yyyy Press this key to confirm the...
  • Page 77: Set Bus Address

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Set bus address The standard setting is 1; this setting should not be changed.If several units featuring DIN measurement bus interfaces (type code / - BUS) are connected to one bus, a bus address between 1 and 31 has to be allocated to each unit. An address may not be allocated twice.
  • Page 78: Bs Pressure Supply

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus BS pressure supply setup SETUP start BS pressure supply BS pressure supply: Compressor BS pressure supply: Compressed air Press this key to confirm the operating mode selected and to start initiate measurement. Abort and exit.
  • Page 79: Check The Battery Status

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Check the battery status The current battery charge is shown. setup SETUP start Battery state Battery voltage: 13,63 V 80 % Press this key to confirm the operating mode selected and to start initiate measurement.
  • Page 80: Powerup Menu

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus POWERUP menu The POWERUP menu is only available when the FCU is powered up and as long as no measurement has been started. Settings are made here which are normally rarely changed. The POWERUP menu is accessed by simultaneously pressing the keys.
  • Page 81: M6: Bottle Sampler

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus M6: Bottle Sampler Bottle Sampler Bottle Sampler start BS draining t s Bottle Sampler start Compressor t s Bottle Samper start Compressor t s Bottle Sampler start Compressed air Bottle Samper start Compressed air t s Applying the submenu selected.
  • Page 82: Selecting The Language

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Selecting the language This menu item enables the language for the texts shown in the display and on printouts to be selected. Applying the submenu selected. Language start Language: German German Language: German English Language:...
  • Page 83: Setting The Measured Volume

    FCU 8000 series FCU menus Setting the measured volume The volume that is analyzed for the determination of a measured value can be set here. Permitted values range from 10 ... 100. Applying the submenu selected. Test volume start Depending...
  • Page 84: Fcu Display

    FCU 8000 series FCU Display FCU Display FCU 8110 FCU 8210 M1 68% M1 68% Q: 50ml 19/15/10 Q: 50ml 19/15/10 SAE/NAS M1 68% SAE(A) M1 68% NAS(2) Q: 50ml NAS(5) Q: 50ml SAE(B) Partikel M1 68%C 4μm: 43421 M1 68%D 2μm: 43421 Q: 50ml 6μm:...
  • Page 85 FCU 8000 series FCU Display If the determined particle count lies above the specified display range (see page 109), >25 or >15 is shown in all particle size ranges as the particle count. One can select between differential and cumulative displays of numbers of particles by using the keys .
  • Page 86: Brief Overview Of The Menu Structure

    FCU 8000 series Brief Overview of the Menu Structure Brief Overview of the Menu Structure MODE M1: Measure M2: Measure + Switch M3: Filter to M4: Filter from to M5: Flushing BS M6: Bottle Sampler MEMORY Meas. point Measuring point xx...
  • Page 87 FCU 8000 series Brief Overview of the Menu Structure Print out, cancel LIMITS M2: Relay 1 M2: R1 Meas. Channel: See table, page 68. M2: R1 Switch func: No function Within range Outside range Exceed Fall below M2: Relay 2 M2: R2 Meas.
  • Page 88 FCU 8000 series Brief Overview of the Menu Structure POWERUP Language English English French Programmable Viscosity range 1 … 10 mm²/s 5 … 1000 mm²/s Test volume x [ml] HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH en(us) Page 88/112 BEWA FCU8000 3109776d en-us 2011-06-10.doc...
  • Page 89: Error Messages And Troubleshooting

    FCU 8000 series Error Messages and Troubleshooting Error Messages and Troubleshooting Error message Cause(s) Remedy Invalid parameter You have entered a value Display the permitted value which is outside the ranges using the keys permitted value range (e.g. NAS 23).
  • Page 90  The internal back-up Send the FCU to HYDAC battery is dead. for repair.  A measurement has been started and terminated – for example as a result of the FCU being switched off –...
  • Page 91 (see circuit diagram) Change the measured volume to between 10 ... 100 ml) Send the FCU to HYDAC for repair. Flow rate error! The flow through the particle Turn the flow control valve sensor is lower than the...
  • Page 92 PC internal fault. software package FluMoS. The internal back-up battery If the fault recurs, send the is dead. FCU to HYDAC for repair. Reload languages The internal memory for Download the FCU languages has been partially languages to the FCU...
  • Page 93 FCU 8000 series Error Messages and Troubleshooting Error message Cause(s) Remedy Laser sensor error The monitoring of the Online operation: transmitting current in the Make sure that fluid flows laser sensor has tripped. through the sensor (check Either the measurement cell...
  • Page 94: Performing Maintenance

    FCU 8000 series Performing maintenance Performing maintenance Carry out the specified configuration, maintenance and inspection work every six months or, at the latest, when an error message or malfunction makes it necessary. Disconnect the FCU from the power supply when performing any maintenance, inspection or repair work.
  • Page 95 FCU 8000 series Performing maintenance 3. Pull the filter element out upwards by the strap. 4. Take the strap out of the old filter elements and push this over the new filter element. Dispose of the old filter element correctly according to local regulations and guidelines.
  • Page 96 FCU 8000 series Performing maintenance 7. Check the screw plug O-ring for damage. Replace it if necessary. 8. Insert and manually screw in the screw plug clockwise. Tighten the screw plug with a 19 mm ring spanner. 9. The filter element change is now complete.
  • Page 97: Back-Flushing The Fcu

    FCU 8000 series Performing maintenance Back-flushing the FCU If the sensor is blocked, use the flushing set available as an accessory. The part-no. can be found in the spare parts list. A description of how to back-flush is included with the flushing set.
  • Page 98 FCU 8000 series Performing maintenance HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH en(us) Page 98/112 BEWA FCU8000 3109776d en-us 2011-06-10.doc 2011-06-10...
  • Page 99: Disposing Of The Fcu

    FCU 8000 series Disposing of the FCU Disposing of the FCU When decommissioning and/or disposing of the FCU, observe all local guidelines and regulations pertaining to occupational safety and environmental protection. This applies in particular to the oil in the unit, components covered with oil and electronical components.
  • Page 100: Customer Service

    66128 Saarbrücken Telephone: ++49 (0) 6897 509 883 Fax: ++49 (0) 6897 509 324 E-Mail: service@hydac.com HYDAC Technology Corporation, HYCON Division 2260 City Line Road USA-Bethlehem, PA 18017 P.O. Box 22050 USA-Lehigh Valley, PA 18002-2050 Telephone: +1 (0) 610 266 0100...
  • Page 101: Brazil

    FCU 8000 series Customer service Brazil HYDAC TECNOLOGIA LTDA Estrada Fukutaro Yida, 225 CEP 09852-060 Cooperativa BR-São Bernardo do Campo – SÃO PAULO Telephone: +55 - 11 - 4393.6600 Fax: +55 - 11 - 4393.6617 E-Mail: hydac@hydac.com.br Homepage www.hydac.com.br China...
  • Page 102: Spare Parts

    FCU 8000 series Spare parts Spare parts FCU 8xx0 (version for mineral oil) Part no. Article designation 349154 Filter element replacement set, consisting of: 1x filter element, 1x O-ring, 1x support ring 1260891 Filter element 6003720 High-pressure measuring hose, DN 2, 5000 mm long...
  • Page 103: Fcu 8Xxx

    2 rolls of paper, 1 ribbon cartridge for printer 1204501 FCU back-flushing kit (mineral oil model) 1204502 FCU back-flushing kit (HFD fluid model) FluMoS light Software 3355176 (download available free of charge at www.hydac.com) 3371637 FluMoS Professional Software 3053829 LabView Driver Package (Software) 3143926 Windows Driver Package (Software)
  • Page 104: Explanation Of The Measuring Technology Terms Used

    FCU 8000 series Explanation of the measuring technology terms used Explanation of the measuring technology terms used This refers to the analysis of the contamination of a specified Single sample quantity (measurement volume). The result of a measurement: single measurement is the measured value.
  • Page 105: Overview - Iso 4406 / Sae As 4059 And Nas 1638 Classes

    FCU 8000 series Overview - ISO 4406 / SAE AS 4059 and NAS 1638 classes Overview - ISO 4406 / SAE AS 4059 and NAS 1638 classes ISO 4406:1999 In ISO 4406:1999, particle counts are determined cumulatively, i.e. > 4 µm , >6...
  • Page 106: Overview Of The Differences Between Iso 4406:1987 And Iso 4406:1999

    FCU 8000 series Overview - ISO 4406 / SAE AS 4059 and NAS 1638 classes Note: increasing the measurement reference by 1 causes the particle count to double. Example: ISO class 18 / 15 / 11 means: Cleanliness class Particle count / 100 ml Size ranges 130.000 –...
  • Page 107: Sae As 4059

    FCU 8000 series Overview - ISO 4406 / SAE AS 4059 and NAS 1638 classes SAE AS 4059 Like ISO 4406, SAE AS 4059 describes particle concentrations in liquids. The analysis methods can be applied in the same manner as ISO 4406:1999.
  • Page 108: Specifying A Cleanliness Code For Each Particle Size

    FCU 8000 series Overview - ISO 4406 / SAE AS 4059 and NAS 1638 classes Specifying a cleanliness code for each particle size Example: cleanliness class to AS 4059: 7 A / 7 B / 6 C / 5 D...
  • Page 109: Technical Data

    FCU 8000 series Technical data Technical data Measured value display Continuous view in LCD display Self-diagnosis Continuous self-monitoring with error indication in LCD display Calibration FCU 81xx : ISO 4402 / NAS 1638 FCU 82xx : ISO 11943 Particle size channels: FCU 81xx: 2µm / 5µm / 15µm / 25µm / 50µm /...
  • Page 110 FCU 8000 series Technical data Supply Voltage 24 V DC, ± 25% Power consumption 25 Watt max. Battery-powered operating duration ~ 6 hours (online pressure off) Built-in printer Dot-matrix printer Serial interface RS 232 (for models /-BUS: RS 485) with 15-pin Sub D plug Ambient temperature range 0 …...
  • Page 111: Factory Default Settings

    FCU 8000 series Factory default settings Factory default settings FCU 81xx FCU 82xx POWERUP Menu M6: BS draining 30 s 30 s M6: Compressor 30 s 30 s M6: Compressed air Language German German Viscosity range 5 … 1000 mm²/s 5 …...
  • Page 112 HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH Industriegebiet Postfach 1251 66280 Sulzbach/Saar 66273 Sulzbach/Saar Germany Germany Phone: +49 (0) 6897 509 01 Central Fax: +49 (0) 6897 509 846 Technical Department Fax: +49 (0) 6897 509 577 Sales Department Internet: www.hydac.com Email: filtersystems@hydac.com...

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