3.4.1 Connect the sampler to power ..............15 3.4.2 Controller connections ................16 3.4.3 Connect a Sigma 950 or FL900 ..............16 3.4.4 Connect a non-Hach flow meter ............... 16 3.4.5 Connect a sensor ..................19 Section 4 Startup ..................... 19 4.1 Set the instrument to on ..................
Section 1 Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. 1.1 Refrigerated Sampler and All Weather Refrigerated Sampler (AWRS) Specification Refrigerated Sampler AWRS Dimensions (W x D x 61 x 61 x 112 cm (24 x 24 x 76 x 81 x 130 cm (30 x 32 x 51 in.) 44 in.) Weight 63.3 kg (140 lb)
1.9 L (0.5 gal) glass, twelve 2 L (0.5 gal) polyethylene (AWRS only), twenty- four 1 L (0.3 gal) polyethylene and/or 350 mL (12 oz.) glass Certifications AC power supply: cETLus, CE 1.2 AS950 controller Specification Details Dimensions (W x H x D) 31.1 x 18.9 x 26.4 cm (12.3 x 7.4 x 10.4 in.)
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Specification Details Sample volume repeatability ±5% of 200 mL sample volume with: 4.6 m (15 ft) vertical lift, 4.9 m (typical) (16 ft) of -in. vinyl intake tube, single bottle, full bottle shut-off at room temperature and 1524 m (5000 ft) elevation Sample volume accuracy ±5% of 200 mL sample volume with: 4.6 m (15 ft) vertical lift, 4.9 m (typical)
Figure 1 Refrigerated sampler and AWRS dimensions Section 2 General information In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in this manual and the products it describes at any time, without notice or obligation.
Make sure that the protection provided by this equipment is not impaired. Do not use or install this equipment in any manner other than that specified in this manual. 2.1.1 Use of hazard information D A N G E R Indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This symbol indicates that the object is heavy. This symbol indicates that the marked item requires a protective earth connection. If the instrument is not supplied with a ground plug on a cord, make the protective earth connection to the protective conductor terminal. Electrical equipment marked with this symbol may not be disposed of in European domestic or public disposal systems.
2.2 Product overview D A N G E R Chemical or biological hazards. If this instrument is used to monitor a treatment process and/or chemical feed system for which there are regulatory limits and monitoring requirements related to public health, public safety, food or beverage manufacture or processing, it is the responsibility of the user of this instrument to know and abide by any applicable regulation and to have sufficient and appropriate mechanisms in place for compliance with applicable regulations in the event of malfunction of the instrument.
2.3 Product components W A R N I N G Personal injury hazard. Instruments or components are heavy. Use assistance to install or move. The instrument weighs a maximum of 86 kg (190 lb). Do not try to unpack or move the instrument without sufficient equipment and people to do it safely.
3.1 Site installation guidelines D A N G E R Explosion hazard. The instrument is not approved for installation in hazardous locations. This instrument is rated for an altitude of 2000 m (6562 ft) maximum. Although the use of this equipment above the 2000 m altitude does not show any substantial safety concern, the manufacturer recommends that users with concerns contact technical support.
Figure 5 Single bottle installation 3.2.3 Install multiple bottles When multiple bottles are installed, a distributor arm moves the sample tube over each bottle. Sample collection automatically stops when the specified number of samples are collected. 1. Assemble the sample bottles as shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6 Multiple bottle installation 1 Retainer for 24 1-L poly 4 Bottle tray for 8 to 24 bottles 7 Front of sampler bottles 2 Retainer for 24 350-mL 5 Slot for bottle tray 8 Removable tray (AWRS glass bottles only) 3 Bottle one indicator 6 Floor of refrigerated...
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• Keep the intake tube at a maximum vertical slope so that the tube drains completely between samples. Note: If a vertical slope is not possible or if the tube is pressurized, disable the liquid detector. Calibrate the sample volume manually. •...
Figure 9 Site installation 1 Strainer 2 Vertical lift 3 Mounting surface 3.4 Electrical installation 3.4.1 Connect the sampler to power D A N G E R Electrocution hazard. If this equipment is used outdoors or in potentially wet locations, a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt (GFCI/GFI) device must be used for connecting the equipment to its main power source.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the AUX I/O port on the controller. 3.4.4 Connect a non-Hach flow meter To connect a non-Hach flow meter to the AUX I/O port, do the steps that follow. Items to collect: Multi-purpose auxiliary half cable, 7 pin 1.
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Figure 11 Auxiliary connector Table 1 Half cable wiring information Pin Signal Color Description Rating +12 VDC White Power supply positive output. Battery power to the I/O module: power Only use with pin 2. 12 VDC nominal; Power supply to the output I/O module: 15 at 1.0 A maximum.
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0.2 A maximum Refer to the Mode setting of Active high output: 15 VDC nominal the hardware settings for the with AC power to the AS950 controller AUX I/O port. Refer to the or a 12 VDC nominal with battery AS950 operations power to the AS950 controller.
Table 1 Half cable wiring information (continued) Pin Signal Color Description Rating Program Green Typical state: open circuit. This output is an open drain output with Complete This output goes to ground 18 V zener clamp diode for over- output for 90 seconds at the end of voltage protection.
4.2 Preparation for use Install the analyzer bottles and stir bar. Refer to the operations manual for the startup procedure. Section 5 Maintenance D A N G E R Multiple hazards. Only qualified personnel must conduct the tasks described in this section of the document.
5.2 Replace the desiccant A desiccant cartridge in the controller absorbs moisture and prevents corrosion. Monitor the desiccant color through the window. Refer to Figure 13. Fresh desiccant is orange. When the color is green, replace the desiccant. 1. Unscrew and remove the desiccant cartridge. Refer to Figure 2.
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Figure 14 Pump tubing preparation 1 To intake tubing 7 Length for the refrigerated sampler 2 Alignment dots 8 Length for the AWRS 3 To fitting on sampler base 9 Length for refrigerated sampler and controller with standard liquid detector 4 Length for controller with standard liquid 10 Length for refrigerated sampler and detector...
5.3.2 Clean the rotor Clean the rotor, pump tube tracks and pump housing with a mild detergent. Refer to Replace the pump tubing on page 21 and the illustrated steps that follow. 24 English...
5.4 Replace the distributor arm tube The distributor arm moves over each bottle during multiple bottle sampling. Replace the tube in the distributor arm when the tube is worn. Make sure that the correct tube is used for the correct distributor and distributor arm.
To replace the power supply for the refrigerated sampler, refer to Figure Figure 16 Power supply replacement 5.6 Disposal D A N G E R Child entrapment hazard. Remove the doors on the refrigerated cabinet before disposal. C A U T I O N Chemical exposure hazard.
Table 2 Troubleshooting table (continued) Problem Possible cause Solution Sampler does not have Strainer is not completely Install the shallow depth strainer sufficient lift. submerged. (2071 or 4652). Intake tube has a leak. Replace the intake tube. Pump tube is worn. Replace the pump tubing on page 21.
7.5 Accessories—refrigerated sampler (continued) Description Quantity Item no. Distributor arm for assembly 8562, with tubing 8563 Distributor arm for assembly 8565, with tubing 8566 Distributor arm for assembly 8568, with tubing 8569 Distributor arm for assembly 8562 1782 Distributor arm for assembly 8565 1785 Distributor arm for assembly 8568 1789...
7.6 Accessories—AWRS (continued) Description Quantity Item no. Distributor arm for assembly 8843 1789 Distributor arm tubing, 546.1 mm (21.5-in.), for assembly 8579 8841 (arm 8822) Distributor arm tubing, 546.1 mm (21.5-in.), for assembly 8850 8842 (arm 1785) Distributor arm tubing, 5.8 mm (20-in.), for assembly 8852 8843 (arm 1789) Pull-out tray...
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7.7 Accessories—refrigerated sampler and AWRS (continued) Description Item no. Rain gauge, tipping bucket, includes 30.5 m (100 ft) 7-pin cable 8542800 Sensor, pHD, digital, used with 9501200 DPD2P1 Sensor, US9001, downlooking ultrasonic 9487100 Sensor, US9001B, downlooking ultrasonic 9088800 Sensor, US9003, in-pipe ultrasonic 9497300 Sensor, subAV, used with AV9000 interface 77065-030...
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