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Repairs and maintenance on the opened and powered instrument should only be carried out by trained personnel. Operate the SM-4 on a stable and dry surface. The interior of the SM-4 should never get moist or wet. In case it happens, consult an expert.
IELDS OF APPLICATION 1.2 P ..........................6 RINCIPLE OF PERATION 1.3 T ..........................7 YPICAL RRANGEMENT 2. COMPONENTS OF THE SM-4 ........................8 2.1 GAS FLOW DIAGRAM ..........................8 2.2 S ............................9 AMPLING ROBE 2.2 S ............................9 AMPLING ROBE 2.3 P...
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..............................67 FFSETS 5.8 S RS232 ........................... 67 ETTINGS TO 5.9 S ............................67 ANGUAGE 6. CALIBRATION UNIT MC-3000 INTEGRATED IN SM-4 ..............68 6.1 G ................... 68 ENERAL NFORMATION FOR SAFE OPERATION 6.2 O ..........................69 PERATION PRINCIPLE 6.3 S MC-3000 ..........................
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SM-4 page 8. APPENDIX ..............................87 8.1 D RS232 S .................. 87 UTPUT VIA ERIAL OMMUNICATION 8.2 D ............................ 90 ISPLAY VERVIEW 8.3 E ............................93 LECTRIC FUSES 8.4. S ..........................94 AFETY DATA HEET...
1. General description 1.1 Fields of application The SM-4 is the ideal tool for continuous measurement of the mercury concentration in stack gases from plants like power plants, waste incinerators, sewage sludge incinerators, cement kilns or recycling furnaces. The SM-4 detects – as standard version- total mercury, i.e.
SM-4 page 1.3 Typical Arrangement The SM-4 measuring system consists of 4 modules: 1) The sampling system with probe, filter, dilution system and thermo catalytic converter 2) The probe controller 3) The heated sample bundle 4) The analyzer enclosure with bypass pump, detector, compressed air conditioning and...
2.2 Sampling Probe 2.2 Sampling Probe heated probe converter Figure: SM-4 Sampling Probe The probe comprises two main parts: (a) the Heated probe, containing inner tubing made of PFA (sample temperature up to 200 °C) or optionally made of SS316 tubing with glass inliner (sample temperature up to 375 °C),...
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SM-4 page Specifications Probe 14.2” (L) x 14.2” (W) x 26” (H), 79 lbs. (total weight including Size and Weight: mounting flange and heated probe); 62 lbs. (reactor unit only) Materials: Main enclosure: resin coated aluminum Structural parts (flange, probe cylinder walls): SS316...
SM-4 page 2.3 Probe Controller Unit ROBE ONTROLLER The microprocessor driven Probe Controller Unit is mounted close to the sampling probe (1 - 10 feet). It controls the probe and probe temperature (dilution chamber temperature, calibration valve, sample filter cleaning valve and orifice cleaning valve). The Probe Controller Unit is easily connected to the sampling probe with two cables by heavy duty plug connectors and to the analyzer unit with a protected cable.
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SM-4 page Figure: Dimensions of temperature controller box Figure: Bottom view of the probe controller unit; all cable glands are labelled...
SM-4 page 2.4 Heated Bundle A heated tubing bundle is installed connecting the probe and the analyzer cabinet. The bundle is electrically heated by a self-limiting heater element. Specifications Heated Bundle Media Material Diameter oD/iD Colourcode Calibration gas (elemental Hg)
SM-4 page 2.5 Analyzer Cabinet Figure: Measuring system with photometer and calibration gas generators for elemental and ionic mercury.
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SM-4 page The analyzer cabinet is made of metal and has a transparent window on the front side. It features four lifting eyes and four adjustable feet (see figure in chapter 3.1). The analyzer and the automatic calibrator are mounted as 19” modules in a swing frame in the upper part, whereas, the pressurized air conditioning and pressure regulators are mounted in the lower part.
SM-4 page 2.5.1 Mercury Detector The SM-4 employs the UT-3000 Mercury Ultratracer as detector. A gold trap is used for mercury enrichment and a UV-photometer for concentration measurement. Specifications: mercury detector 17.7” (W) x 5.9” (H) x 13.8” (D), 26 lbs.
SM-4 page Figure: Mercury Detector UT-3000 frontside (above) und backside (below) 2.5.2 Calibration Gas Generator The system is equipped with an automatic calibration gas generator MC-3000 (Option). Specifications MC-3000 Calibrator Size and Weight: 450 (W) x 150 (H) x 350 (D) mm, 8.5 kg...
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SM-4 page Figure: Mercury calibrator MC-3000 front view (above) and rear view (below)
Der ideale Ideally the place for installation for the SM-4 must be as close as possible to the sampling point. This avoids long sample lines. The distance between sampling point and analyzer should be between 3 feet and 100 feet, in special cases up to 300 feet. An unobstructed place is of advantage for installation and service.
SM-4 page 3.2 Installation of the Sampling Probe The location for installing the sampling probe has to be according to applicable regulatory requirements for the setup of CEMs. The probe must not be installed upside down. The maximal angle is shown in one of the following figures.
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SM-4 page Figure: Space required for installation of the probe (view from top) Figure: Space required for installation of the probe (view from side)
SM-4 page 3.3 Electrical Connections 3.3.1 Power Supply of the Analyzer Cabinet Figure: Location of the rating plates All power supplies must be according to the rating plates (see figure above). The cable glands for electrical connections of the analyzer cabinet are located on the top side.
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SM-4 page Figure: Connector Strip X1 of the analyzer cabinet...
SM-4 page Power Figure: Top view of the analyzer cabinet with cable glands and hole for feeding through the heated sample line bundle 3.3.2 Heated Bundle Power Connection The bundle is heated to avoid condensation in extreme weather conditions. The heated bundle is fed through the 36 mm hole marked „Heated Bundle“ on top of the analyzer cabinet and fixed with the flat screw nut.
SM-4 page 3.3.3 Power Supply of the Probe Controller Unit For the probe controller unit, a separate power supply is needed. That means the power is not supplied from the analyzer cabinet. The power supply must be according to the rating plates (see figure in chapter 3.2.1). The cable is fed through the cable gland labeled “Power”...
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SM-4 page Figure: Connector Strip X1 of the probe controller unit...
SM-4 page 3.3.4 Communication Connection of Probe Controller Unit to Analyzer Cabinet. A separate cable connects the analyzer cabinet and the Probe Controller Unit. This cable comes with the same plug on each end. It must be connected to the socket labeled “RS 485 Probe”...
SM-4 page 3.3.7 Analog 4-20 mA Signal The cables for transmission of the analog 4 – 20 mA signal must be connected to the connector strip X2 in the analyzer cabinet (maximal apparent ohmic resistance 400 ). The connection must be done according to the figure “connector strip X2” in chapter 3.2.6. The use of shielded cables is recommended.
SM-4 page Figure: Interface board with jumper J3 3.3.10 Serial Data Output (RS 232) A RS232 interface is available on connector strip X2. The serial data communication is not available if a modem has been activated. For serial data transfer following parameters are used: 9600 Baud / 8 Data bit / 1 Stop bit / no Parity / flow control hardware.
ATTENTION! See instruction manual Warning: The SM-4 is operated with 6,5 to 7,5 barg (94 psig to 109 psig). In case of removal or connection of the pressurized air hoses care must be taken to avoid injuries. Before removal or connection of hoses, the air supply must be switched off externally.
SM-4 page 3.4.2 Outgoing Gas of the Analyzer Cabinet (Gas OUT) For gas out of the analyzer cabinet a tubing with 10 mm outer diameter is needed. It must be fixed with a 10 mm Riegler ferrule. The outgoing gas may contain mercury and other stack gas components, therefore the outgoing air has to be fed to a vent line or to ambient outside the building.
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SM-4 page to access the backside of the UT-3000. It is important that you use the original plastic cutting ring for a gastight connection. Figure: Connection of the sample tube in the analyzer cabinet For Systems equipped with HOVACAL oxidized mercury calibrator: •...
SM-4 page • The tube for the elemental mercury calibration gas of the MC-3000 is transparent and has a black marker. It is a 4x6mm tube that has to be connected on the backside of the MC-3000 (see figure above).
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SM-4 page Figure: Connection of sample tube • The tube ( yellow marker) for clean air has to be connected to the inlet of the swagelok filter housing (see the following figure) Figure: Connection of clean air • The tube for dilution air ( blue marker) has to be connected to the swagelok filter housing (see following figure).
SM-4 page The tube with the black marker from the sample tube bundle has to be connected to the connector at the upper side of the probe. Later this tube directs the elemental mercury vapor from the MC-3000 to the sdample probe where the calibration gas is inhaled through the critical orifice and the ejector pump all the same way like the sample gas.
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SM-4 page For the sample probe side of the bundle is the same color code applied like on the analyzer side. Media Material Diameter oD/iD Colourcode Calibration gas (elemental Hg) FEP-Teflon transparent 6/4 with 1/16“/0.5 Calibration solution (for ionic Hg)
SM-4 page Feed the tubing of the pressure sensor (this tubing is inside a grey corrugated protective tube c) through the hole in the bottom of the converter unit (do not forget to feed tubing also through the flat nut b) and connect it to the corresponding fitting a inside the converter box, see picture below.
SM-4 page 3.7 Air Pressure Settings The air supply to the instrument should have 6.5 bar minimum. Inside the analyzer cabinet there are five pressure regulators with corresponding pressure gauges installed. The table below shows the pressures to be set.
SM-4 page 4. Setting the System into Operation 4.1 Switching the Power on Prior to switching on the power make sure that all gas connections, sample line, power cables and signal cables are connected correctly. Check the power supply. The mains voltage must meet the values specified on the rating plate: 230 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz.
SM-4 page 4.2 Main Menu To enter the main menu from the measuring mode the ESC key must be pressed during the sampling phase. Another possibility to enter the main menu is to press the ESC key two times (double press) during the last 5 seconds of the cooling phase. Following functions can be...
SM-4 page 4.3.2 Zeroing During Zeroing the zero valve inside the photometer closes the sample path and opens the way to an activated carbon filter. By this mercury-free air passes the detector. The signal at the end of the zeroing step is taken to adjust the baseline of the photometer.
SM-4 page 4.4 Parametrization The parameter menu can be entered by pressing the F2 key in the main menu. Only change the parameters if you know for sure the new settings are accurate. Following parameters can be set: Set Parameters <page1>...
SM-4 page 4.4.1 Sample Volume By changing the sample volume, the sensitivity of the instrument can be changed. The default value for all applications is a sample volume of 1.0 l. The sample volume of 1 l is collected in a time period of 90 seconds.
SM-4 page 4.4.3 Set System Check The first page of the Set System Check/ Set Automatic Calibration section is the following screen (screen number 15). The different functions will be explained in the next two chapters. (Please check also if the right Calibration Device is selected (see chapter 4.4.4 “Set Calibration Device”).
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SM-4 page On the second page starting time of the System Check and the interval between two system checks can be entered. The time of the System Check can be set with F2. The desired time can be entered here. Every time a System Checks starts, it will start at this time. Independent of the interval the starting time is always the time entered here.
SM-4 page 4.4.4 Set Calibration Device On the first page of the set parameters menu the menu item “Set Calibration Device” can be selected. Here you select with which calibration gas generator the System Check will be performed. Before selection make sure the device you want to choose is installed in your analyzer.
SM-4 page 4.4.6 Set External Cleaning The external cleaning function means that the blow back mechanism can be activated externally. For example, if you want to protect the system from very high dust concentrations. On the connector strip X4 there are two contacts (see figure “Connectorstrip X4”) for the external cleaning.
SM-4 page 4.4.8 Set Fan Temperature In this menu the Fan ON/OFF temperature inside the photometer can be changed. If the temperature is higher than the Fan ON-Temp the fan is switched on. In case the temperature in the photometer is lower than the Fan OFF-Temp the fan is switched off. It is not recommended to change the values in this menu.
SM-4 page 4.5 Calibration Important Note: The Calibration shall only be done by qualified and trained personal. You can enter the calibration menu by pressing the F3 “Calibration” button in the main menu. 4.5.1 Show actual calibration After pressing F1 in the calibration menu, the actual calibration function is shown.
SM-4 page 4.5.2 Show all calibrations After pressing F2 in the calibration menu, a list with all stored calibration functions is shown. The function is shown together with date and time of the calibration. On the right side it is indicated if the calibration was done manually or automatically.
SM-4 page 4.6 Data Logger You can access the data logger menu by pressing F4 “Data Logger” in the main menu. Make sure that on the first page the Logger Mode is ON (otherwise the Data Logger will not store data).
SM-4 page 4.6.1 Show Measurements In this mode all measuring data are displayed on the display. Every line parallel to the y-axis is one measurement. In the edge on the left side the date of the data you actual see at the moment in the display is shown.
SM-4 page 5. Service The service menu is accessible by pressing ESC in the main menu. The service code is 321. After entering these three numbers press Ent. The following sections are covered in the service menu. The service menu shall be entered be specially trained and authorized personnel only.
SM-4 page page: F1 Modem can be activated here. By pressing F1 the modem can be switched on and off. For the correct function of the modem, make sure it is on. F3 Here Offsets can be set F4 With this function all settings can be sent over RS 232 to a Laptop...
SM-4 page 5.2 Device Data In this menu the device data is accessible. You can see the operational hours, the software version of the UT-3000 (note this is not the software version of the probe controller unit), the actual temperature inside the UT-3000 and the trap counts on the second page. Trap count means that for every time the gold trap is heated once the trap count increases by one.
SM-4 page 5.3 Show Instrument Status In this menu the status of the different components can be checked. F1 Status of the analyzer F2 Status of the probe F3 Status of the MC-3000 Status information: ok means everything is alright; nok means malfunction.
SM-4 page 5.3.2 Show Probe Status Note: In case you enter this menu the probe is not blown back. Instead the bypass pump and the ejector pump in the probe are running. Make sure that this is not a problem.
SM-4 page 5.3.3 Status of the MC-3000 In this menu you can check the status of the MC-3000. The concentration that is given here is the concentration that is used for a calibration check. In case there is a malfunction of the MC-3000 the status of the Malfunction MC would be nOK.
SM-4 page 5.4.1 Test Analyzer Components page: Here you can switch valves manually and activate status contacts. Activation and deactivation is not like in other menus with the F-buttons but with the number buttons. If you press a number button the component is switched on until you press the button a second time for switching it off again.
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SM-4 page page: Here you can check different flows in/through the UT-3000. Each flow has to be in the range written in the display. With F1 you can check the heating flow, with F2 the sampling flow and with F3 the cooling flow.
SM-4 page 5.4.2 Test Probe Components Here you can switch valves manually and perform other checks. If you press a button the component is switched on until you press the button a second time for switching it off again. If a component is activated the number in the display changes the color.
SM-4 page 5.4.4 Leakage Check The leakage check shall be done be trained personnel only. Every time work was done on the gas circuit a leakage check has to be performed afterwards. To perform the leakage check you have to close 4 points in the gas circuit of the system. Two of these points are in the analyzer cabinet;...
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SM-4 page Now you can start the leakage check by pressing F1. The whole system will be checked with negative pressure. We will measure the decrease in pressure within one minute. If the leakage rate is 5 mbar per minute or less the system has no leakage. In case there is a higher leakage rate contact the service.
SM-4 page 5.5 Set Measuring Calibration In this menu you can change the actual calibration. This calibration function is used for all measurements till the next calibration is done. To set the gradient press the button F1. Deletion is done with the arrow to the left button. Enter the desired value with the number buttons.
SM-4 page 5.7 Set Offsets Do not change the values set here. This is for service personnel only. 5.8 Send Settings to RS232 This function is for service purposes only. You will need a special cable. With this function all settings of the instrument can be sent so a PC via RS232. With a suitable terminal program the settings can be recorded.
SM-4 page 6. Calibration Unit MC-3000 integrated in SM-4 6.1 General Information for safe operation General information for safe operation CAUTION: Mercury vapor is toxic !!! See Material Safety Data Sheet in the Appendix While operating the MC-3000, mercury vapour is generated. If safety regulations are ignored physical and/or material damages could occur.
SM-4 page The MC-3000 is dedicated for generation of mercury concentrations in air. Do obey the related dangers while working with mercury vapour! Make sure that the emitted gas is guided into an appropriate absorption device and that gas leading parts are not leaking.
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SM-4 page By pressing Esc you will switch to the main menu. Automatic Cal. Check Manual Operation PT-Norm ON ESC <<<Service F1: by pressing F1 you set the MC-3000 for automatic operation. F2: by pressing F2 you can run the MC-3000 manually. This function is for authorized service personnel only.
SM-4 page _ _ _ . Cal. Pump Cal. status _ _ _ . _ _ _ . Temp. Sat. Gas °C _ _ _ . Flow Hg Gas (Sat.) ml/min ESC <<< Back page1/3 F1: The booster pump for the calibration gas can be switched on and off.
For inside cleaning purposes the system has to be switched off completly. In this case only dry cleaning is allowed. Never use water jets or steam jets for the SM-4! 7.2. Spare Parts/ Wear Parts The active spare parts list will be available at your local service partner.
(b) How to open the photometer ATTENTION! : Before you open the photometer the SM-4 has to be switched off. Additionally you have to break the current circuit by switching off all fuses on the left side of the connector strip Remove the power cable and the status plug on the backside of the photometer.
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203-61 UV-Lamp 670-12 Z1 Display 830-02 2/3-Ways-Valve GoldTrap 830-11 GoldTrap 830-15 Power supply GoldTrap 830-95 SM-4-6 Tubing UT-3000 911-01 MFC Vögtlin 911-02 Power supply for MFC 911-10 Fan for UT-3000 911-52 MT-25 UT-3000 for version of the system with MC-3000...
SM-4 page 7.2.2. Tubing inside the photometer All parts that are in contact with sample gas are made of special materials. All these materials show very low interactions with mercury. In the following figure you can see all tubing inside the photometer.
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SM-4 page First of all close the ball valve V1 for the ejector air in the analyzer cabinet. Then close the needle valve on the rotameter of “Flow 2”. Only close it hand tight and do not use force otherwise you can damage the needle valve.
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SM-4 page Figure: Left: Closing the T-piece with the swagelok cap; Right: Closing Gas Out with the tube cap.
SM-4 page Now you can start the Leakage Check by pressing the F1 button. There will be a negative pressure on the whole system. The decrease of the negative pressure within 1 minute will be measured. A result of 5 mbar/min or less means there is no leakage in the system.
SM-4 page 7.5 Exchange of the Catalytic Converter Attention in case you open the probe: The heated part is heated to 200 °C. That means all parts can be hot and there is the danger of getting burns. Figure: Left: Screws for stabilizing the catalytic converter; Right: Open the screwing under the catalytic converter.
SM-4 page 7.6 Cleaning of the Sample Tube The sample tube is the connection of the UFO-filter in the probe to the UFO-filter in the analyzer cabinet. The sample tube has red markers. For works on the sample tube the measurement has to be interrupted. The power supply for the heated bundle has to be interrupted before and during the cleaning procedure (for example switch off the analyzer cabinet).
SM-4 page the Service Menu 321 chose the menu item device data. Switch to the second page with the arrow down button (display number 58). Press two times F4 to reset the trap counter to zero. Figure: The small hole in the gold trap has to point up.
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SM-4 page Figure: Left: particle filter gas outlet; Right: particle filter gas inlet (partnumber 101-21) Figure: Left: Activated charcoal gas outlet; Right: activated charcoal gas inlet (partnumber 201-04) The gas outlet of the activated charcoal has to be connected to the gas inlet of the particle filter.
SM-4 page Figure: Filter in the gas circuit between optical cell and mass flow controller 7.9 Exchange of the dust filter Attention in case you open the probe: The heated part is heated to 200 °C. That means all parts can be hot and there is the danger of getting burns.
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SM-4 page After all works on the filter a Leakage Test has to be performed. Figure: Left: Opening of the filter housing with a 4 mm Allen key; Right: opened filter housing (backside) Figure: Filter with silver colored protection mesh pointing towards you...
SM-4 page 7.10 Error messages 7.11.1 Error message: HEATING FLOW! This message is displayed if the heating flow is below the threshold. possible reasons Check tubes are squeezed Check all tubes blocked gasway; probably due toe Check all critical components...
SM-4 page 7.11.5. Error message: TEMP PROBE! At least one of the temperatures in the probe is to low. possible reasons Check To identify the defective module the In case of malfunction alarm LEDs are temperatures of the temperature lightening.
SM-4 page 8. Appendix 8.1 Data Output via RS232 Serial Communication Every second a data set is sent having following format: Hg Concentration (5 digits) Status (two characters). Example: 2.3SY2.3SY2.3SY0.3ZS0.0ZS0.0ZS…… Following Status Codes are available: Code Meaning Displayed Message Conditions for Error...
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SM-4 page Stability high noise (fluctuation of continued Abs. greater than 0.0050 within a short time Input Pressure Error: Input Pressure Pressure o fair supply too Sampling stopped until Check System error not existing, then 2x Cleaning and automatic measurement...
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SM-4 page Dilution Flow Displayanzeige MC-3000: If MC-3000 dilution flow Measurement MC-3000 Error Flow-dil. out of range continued Displayanzeige SM4: MC err Saturation Displayanzeige MC-3000: If saturation temperature Measurement Temp. Error Roomtemp of MC-3000 out of range continued MC-3000 Displayanzeige SM4: MC err Temp.
SM-4 page 8.2 Display Overview Number SM4-Display Remark Mercury Stack Monitor 4 Mainmenu Sampling Measuring Heating Measuring Trap Cooling Measuring and Calibration Trap Cleaning Measuring and Calibration Sampling Calibration Heating Calibration System Evaluation Measuring and Calibration Zeroing Measuring and Calibration...
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SM-4 page Number SM4-Display Remark Service Mode (Page 1) Service menu Service Mode (Page 2) Service menu Service Mode (Page 3) Service menu Service Mode (Page 4) Service menu Enter Code for Conc. Factor Service Set Conc. Factor Service Device Data (Page 1)
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SM-4 page Number SM4-Display Remark System Status Seite 1, shows all settings System Status Seite 2 System Status Seite 3 Manual Start Auto Cal. Set Parameters Manual Start ( Cal. Point ) Set Parameters Manual Test of Components (Page 2)
SM-4 page 8.3 Electric fuses purpose type Power supply photometer UT-3000 T 1,6 A (2x) Transformer MT 3.15A heater for photometer T 1,25 A F1 automatic circuit breaker K8A (up to 1600 W) heater analyzer cabinet K10A (up to 2100 W...
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