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Aquamatic AQUACELL S300 Series User Manual

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Issue 24.02
AQUACELL STATIONARY
WASTEWATER SAMPLERS
S300 SERIES
USER GUIDE
Sira MC 050059

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  • Page 1 Issue 24.02 AQUACELL STATIONARY WASTEWATER SAMPLERS S300 SERIES 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...
  • Page 7 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...

  • Page 9: Samplers

    Samplers With All Aquacell S300 Series Sampler Models Intake Hose Anchor User Guide Intake Hose Clip Spare Volume Control Tube Intake Hose with Filter Mounting Foot – S300 x 4 10 metre (used to fix the Sampler to the pallet for transport)
  • Page 10 Bottler Options Removable Bottlers 2 x 4.5 litre Self- 12 x 0.75 litre Glass Emptying Polypropylene CL-3006 CL-3002 4 x 5 litre HDPE 24 x 1 litre HDPE CL-3008 CL-3004 12 x 1 litre PET CL-3003 Integral Bottlers 2 x 4.5 litre Self- 4 x 10 litre HDPE Partial Emptying Polypropylene...

  • Page 11: Optional Equipment - Electrical

    Optional Equipment - Electrical Ancillary Signal Back-Up Battery inc Float Partial Partial Connection – S300 Charger – S300 Series Internal Internal Series Part Part CL-4087.2 / 4088.2 CL-4109 Beacon – S300 Series Bottler Connection – S300 Partial Series Internal Part CL-4122 CL-4110 Data Connection...
  • Page 12 Intake Hose Support Wastewater Drain – S300 Bracket Kit Series CL-4010 CL-4102 Sample Chamber – Glass - Supplement CL-7077...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Infection Electrical Mechanical This User Guide ................... 2.4 The Sampling Process ................ 2.4 The Aquacell S300 Series Model Range ..........2.5 S300 Series Models - For OUTDOOR applications – S310H & S320H Sample Collection Vessels ..............2.5 Single Containers Bottlers Optional Equipment ................

  • Page 15: Safety First

    Safety First Infection All Aquacell Wastewater Samplers and their 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 16: This User Guide

    Aquacell Sampler and start to benefit from the collection of truly representative samples of your wastewater This User Guide relates to all 4 models in the Aquacell S300 Series Range. Much of the information supplied applies equally to all formats, however, where information relates...

  • Page 17: The Aquacell S300 Series Model Range

    The Aquacell S300 Series Model Range The Aquacell S300 Series is a range of floor mounted automatic Wastewater Samplers, based on a high performance cabinet and incorporating the Aquacell Sampler Module. The Sampler Module is panel mounted in the upper section of the cabinet. The lower section of the cabinet is the Sample Container Housing.

  • Page 18: Bottlers

    Bottles for analysis Integral Bottlers Designed only for use with the Aquacell S300 Series, Integral Bottlers have parts such as the Sample Distribution Mechanism (non Self-Emptying only) or a Wastewater drain (Self-Emptying only) which are integrated into the S300 Series Cabinet itself.

  • Page 19: Optional Equipment

    Optional Equipment Ancillary Signal Connection Required when connecting Sampler to auxiliary equipment. When connected to appropriate flow monitoring equipment, this connection enables the Sampler to extract sample on a flow proportional basis. Accepts flow input (4-20mA or volt-free contact closure) and Remote Control input. Additionally this connection can provide Sample Acquired and Sampler Warning outputs Auxiliary Equipment Enclosure The S300 Series can be used to mount / house additional auxiliary equipment such as...

  • Page 20: Wastewater Drain

    Wastewater Drain (standard with Self-Emptying Bottlers) When supplied, this drain is fitted to the rear of the lower compartment and provides a useful discharge point for surplus samples, accidental spillage etc. This drain is supplied as standard with all Self-Emptying Bottlers. Samplers specified with a 2 x 4.5 litre Self- emptying Integral Bottler are supplied with a Wastewater Drain The Self Emptying Bottler drain outlet and the Wastewater Drain outlet are connected to a P-Trap using the compression fittings supplied as shown on the following below:...
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION Choosing a Site ................... 3.3 Environmental Considerations Positioning and Connecting the Sampler ......... 3.3 S300 Series Sampler Sample Collection Vessels Installing the Intake Hose and Setting Shot Volume ......3.9 Connecting Optional Equipment............3.13 Ancillary Signal Connection Auxiliary Equipment Enclosure Beacon Mains Connection with Back-Up Battery with Float Charger Pressurised Pipeline Interface...

  • Page 23: Choosing A Site

    Choosing a Site Aquacell Wastewater Samplers are NOT suitable for use in areas classified as hazardous zones Unless specified with an optional Pressurised Pipeline Interface all Aquacell Wastewater Samplers are only suitable for use on non-pressurised sampling points Whilst awaiting installation your S300 Series Sampler should remain in its original packaging and kept in a dry, heated (min 5°C) area During periods of time where your S300 Series Sampler will be powered off then it should be kept in a dry, heated (min 5°C) area...

  • Page 24: Positioning And Connecting The Sampler

    Positioning and Connecting the Sampler S300 Series Sampler The Sampler should be installed as close to the Sampling Point as possible to minimise the potential for cross-contamination between successive samples NOTE: When manoeuvring a refrigerated S320H Sampler it is important to ensure that it is not tipped beyond 10 degrees from vertical, failing to do this can cause permanent damage to the Samplers refrigeration system NOTE: For the purposes of Servicing and Maintaining your S300 Series Sampler,...
  • Page 25 9. Install the Intake Hose as detailed in sub-section ‘Installing the Intake Hose’ later in this section 10. Set the Sample Shot Volume as detailed later in this section 11. If being used, connect auxiliary equipment to the optional Ancillary Signal Connection as detailed later in this section 12.
  • Page 26 Aquacell S300 Series Installation Drawing – Front, Left & Top Views...
  • Page 27 Aquacell S300 Series Installation Drawing – Rear & Right Views...
  • Page 28 Aquacell S300 Mains Isolation Box...

  • Page 29: Sample Collection Vessels

    Sample Collection Vessels Single Containers / Removable Bottlers When locating the Distributor Unit on the Bottle Carrier ensure that the polarising slot in the Distributor Unit engages with the corresponding peg on the Bottle Carrier 1. Place the Sample Collection Vessel on the tray in the Lower Compartment beneath the sample outlet tube (Pinch Valve Tube) 2.
  • Page 30 Installing the Intake Hose and Setting the Sample Shot Volume Each model is supplied with a 10m Intake Hose. This should be installed as follows: 1. Provide a suitable support for the filter end of the Intake Hose such that it is optimally positioned in the wastewater source in order to extract a representative sample.
  • Page 31 8. Push the softened end of the Intake Hose onto the Sample Chamber Intake Pipe so that approximately 20mm is engaged, as shown: 9. Secure in the Intake Hose onto the sampler by tightening the Intake Hose Clip Intake Hose routing instruction ✓...
  • Page 32 • Ensure the stainless steel Intake Filter is always fully immersed. A partially immersed Intake Filter will result in excessive splashing inside the Sample Chamber during the sample intake phase, this can in turn lead to warnings and possible damage to your Sampler •...

  • Page 33: Connecting Optional Equipment

    Connecting Optional Equipment Ancillary Signal Connection Auxiliary equipment should, if possible, be positioned such that the cable connecting it to the Samplers Ancillary Signals Terminal Box does not exceed 1.5 metres*. Dependant on requirement, auxiliary equipment should be terminated as follows: Flow Meter Input * –...
  • Page 34 Ancillary Signal Connection Junction Box - Standard 8 Way 3.14...
  • Page 35 Ancillary Signal Connection Junction Box - Standard 8 Way + 4 AUX Terminals 3.15...
  • Page 36 Ancillary Signal Wiring Schematic 3.16...

  • Page 37: Auxiliary Equipment Enclosure

    Auxiliary Equipment Enclosure See Auxiliary Equipment Mounting Plate / Enclosure wiring diagram for details of connecting this item 1. Ensure that the Sampler is switched off and isolated from the power supply 2. In order to avoid damage during transit the Auxiliary Equipment Enclosure is supplied separate from the Sampler 3.
  • Page 38 Auxiliary Equipment Enclosure wiring diagram 3.18...

  • Page 39: Beacon

    Battery to over discharge which can result in damage to it and / or the Sampler Module * 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.

  • Page 40: Pressurised Pipeline Interface

    Pressurised Pipeline Interface The optional Pressurised Pipeline Interface should setup and connected as detailed in the separate User Guide Supplement titled ‘Pressurised Pipeline Interface’ Wastewater Drain Samplers specified with a Self-Emptying Integral Bottler are supplied with a Wastewater Drain. The Self-Emptying Bottler drain outlet and the Wastewater Drain outlet are connected to a P-Trap using the compression fittings supplied as follows: 3.20...

  • Page 41: Self-Emptying Self-Cleaning Bottler

    Self-Emptying Self-Cleaning Bottler Self-Emptying Self-Cleaning Bottlers require a pressurised wash-water supply situated close enough to the Sampler such that it can be connected to the rear of the S300 Cabinet via the supplied 2.5m wash-water hose. Connect one end of the hose to the site supply (¾”...
  • Page 42 3.22...
  • Page 43 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 45 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 46 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 47 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 48 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 49 SYSSAM6 FLOW ORIDE TIME  When working with a FLOW signal, a forced timed sample DISABLED can be scheduled when insufficient effluent has passed to [ENABLED] activate a sample on flow basis alone ➔ See SYSSAM7 SYSSAM7 FLOW SIGNAL  Sampler can accept either an impulse signal repeating at 4/20mA equal flow increments or an analogue 4/20mA signal...
  • Page 50 SYSSAM14 POST PURGE The time required, to expel the risen column of water from 06 SEC the submerged sample Intake Hose. The POST 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 approximately 2 seconds ➔...
  • Page 51 SYSBOT8 MAX SAMPS/BOTTLE Set maximum number of allowable samples per Bottle 0005 ➔ See SYSBOT9 SYSBOT9 BOTTLE CLEANING Select this where a 2 x 4.5 litre Self-Emptying Self- Cleaning Bottler has been supplied with your S300 [YES] Sampler ➔ See SETPROG Program Settings IDENT DISPLAY...
  • Page 52 PROGSAM8 FLOW O/RIDE TIME Set the time after which a sample will be taken in a situation 00HR 10MIN where the flow during that period has been insufficient to trigger one ➔ See PROGSAM8 if Bottler not fitted ➔ See PROGBOT1 if Bottler is fitted PROGSAM9 PROGRAM SETTINGS Information screen only...
  • Page 53 SPECOP4 SAMP ACQUIRED OP  ‘Sampler Warning’ relay output can be programmed to DEFAULT LATCH operate in 2 ways: [AUTO LATCH] • DEFAULT LATCH - The output will hold for 10 seconds only • AUTO LATCH – The output will hold for a preset time, or when INFORMATION button is pressed ➔...
  • Page 54 SPECOP11 SPECIAL OPTIONS Information screen only INSTALLED ➔ See DEFAULT * 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 ...
  • Page 55 INFO1 START SAMPLING Auto-scrolls though key Sampling Program settings IMMEDIATE ➔ See DEFAULT  STOP SAMPLING NON-STOP  SAMPLE INTERVAL OOHOURS 30MINS  SAMPS/BOTTLE INFO2 SHOTS ATTEMPTED Auto-scrolls though key shot progress information 0048 ➔ See DEFAULT  4.13 SHOTS COMPLETED 0048 INFO3 MAX SAMPLE...
  • Page 56 The Event Log The Samplers Event Log can contain up to approximately 1350 events. When these initially occur they will be momentarily displayed on the Samplers screen in the ‘Full Form’ format, but when being reviewed in the Event Log they will display in the ‘Event Log Form’ as shown in the table below.
  • Page 57 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 58 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’ 7. Communication with the Sampler should now be possible The Sampler can receive 7 control codes from the Computer, these are: CODE COMMENTS...
  • Page 59 e Unit = SAMPLER_123 Date: 21-05-19 Time 15:30 Sampler firmware: SXX.XX.XX.XX EVENT LOG Record Count = XXXXX Approximate download time = XXX to XXX sec Press the ‘1’ button on the Sampler to continue with the download Press the ‘2’ button on the Sampler to abandon the download The Sampler is waiting for response...
  • Page 60 t1 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... Temperature Correction = 0.0 C Record Count = XXXXX DOWNLOADING Start Date: 21-05-19 Time 15:30 Maximum Sample Temp = 3.0 C 4.18 Minimum Sample Temp = 3.0 C...
  • Page 61 MAINTENANCE General ....................5.3 Removing / Refitting the Sample Chamber Cleaning Sample Tract (Intake Hose and Sample Chamber) Changing Desiccant Bag Lubricating Pinch Valve Piston Clearing Intake and Exhaust Vents S300 Condensate Drain (where fitted) Troubleshooting .................. 5.7 General Operational Troubleshooting Sampler Warning Message Troubleshooting Beacon Indications Test Mode ..................

  • Page 63: 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 64: Cleaning Sample Tract (Intake Hose And Sample Chamber)

    Cleaning Sample Tract (Intake Hose and Sample Chamber) As 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 65 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.

  • Page 66: 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 67: S300 Condensate Drain (Where Fitted)

    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 68: Sampler Warning Message Troubleshooting

    in water entering sample chamber) f. Contact supplier for service f. Pump inefficiency advice g. Contact supplier for service g. Internal pneumatic fault advice 3. Sample shot sequence error a. Purge times are incorrectly a. Check purge times and reset if necessary b.
  • Page 69 2. Display shows: a. A conductive path is present a. Clean Chamber Top. See Full Form Event Log Form between the ‘common’ Cleaning Sample Tract / FAULT – CLEAN CLEAN CHTOP central Level Sensing Probe Stainless Steel Electrodes CHAMBER TOP and either one or both of the earlier in this Section and sample shot cycle aborts...
  • Page 70 6. Display shows: Bottler is connected to the Disconnect Bottler or reprogram Full Form Event Log Form Sampler but not specified in the Sampler FAULT BOTT FITTED program settings BOTTLER FITTED and a program is aborted 7. Display shows: Bottler is not connected to the Ensure Bottler is fully connected Full Form Event Log Form...
  • Page 71 16. Display shows: Communications between Contact Supplier for service Full Form Event Log Form Sampler PCB and Plant PCB advice FAULT PLANT COM PLANT COM X have been interrupted LINK FAILED 17. Display shows: Fault with the temperature Contact Supplier for service Full Form Event Log Form sensor in the Plant Zone...

  • Page 72: Beacon Indications

    Beacon Indications When fitted the 2 stage Beacon indicator will react to the above Sampler Warnings as follows: Green indicator static Power on. No program running Green indicator flashing Program running Red indicator flashing Warning(s) have occurred Note: Warnings occurring during a running program can be cancelled by pressing ‘VIEW’...
  • Page 73 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 ✓...

  • Page 74: Service Support

    In the event of failure of a Sampler the following procedure should be followed: 1. Report the failure to Aquamatic Ltd or its approved Distributor. Often a telephone call or email is enough to resolve a perceived problem 2.
  • Page 75 NOTE: For all equipment being return to Aquamatic a Decontamination Certificate must be completed. This will be issued by Aquamatic on or before receipt of the equipment Please ensure that all items are packed securely such that movement within the box is prevented during transit.
  • Page 76 5.16...
  • Page 77 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...

  • Page 79: 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 80: Mechanical

    Sample Collection Vessels availability 1 x 2.5 litre HDPE Bottle 4 x 12 litre HDPE Bottler 1 x 5 litre HDPE Bottle 12 x 0.75 litre Glass Bottler 1 x 10 litre HDPE Bottle 12 x 0.75 litre Glass Bottler 1 x 25 litre MDPE Container 12 x 0.75 litre Glass Bottler 2 x 4.5 litre Self-Emptying Bottler...

  • Page 81: Power Supply

    Polypropylene cover / Stainless steel hardware - EEE S300 Enclosure Outer Cabinet structure: Stainless Steel 304, Galvanised Steel pre-treated and finished with architectural white Polyester powder coating, Polystyrene Lower Compartment: Polyurethane foam insulation, High Impact Polystyrene - EEE Bottler Distributor Unit Acrylic dome (removable Bottlers), Polyurethane, Brass, Stainless Steel - EEE Bottle Carrier (24x1 Removable)

  • Page 82: Optional Connections / Equipment

    Optional Connections / Equipment Ancillary Signal Connection Remote control input Inputs should be ‘Normally Open’ volt free. Minimum contact closure period >50ms Analogue flow input 4-20mA into 255Ω Digital pulsed flow input Inputs should be ‘Normally Open’ volt free Minimum contact closure period >30ms followed by minimum opening period of >20ms Sample acquired output Normally open volt free contact (50VDC 1A).

  • Page 83: Disposal

    Beacon (requires Ancillary Signal Connection) INDICATOR STATUS COMMENTS GREEN Static Power ON, no program running GREEN Flashing Sampler program is running Flashing Warning(s) occurred Data Connection output USB cable A-B connecting to suitable USB COM port. Requires serial port PC Requires Data Connection (CL-4006) communication software Self-Emptying Self-Cleaning Integral Bottler...
  • Page 84 UK Regulations The fulfilment of the requirements set out in Schedule I of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 has been demonstrated, having applied the following standards: BS EN 61000-6-3:2007 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Generic standards. Emission standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial environments BS EN 61326-1:2013 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
  • Page 85 ISO International Standard Generally in accordance with: ISO 5667–10 : 1992 Water quality - Sampling: Guidance on sampling of waste waters European & International Standards See Operation / Performance Section for ratings: EN 60529 : 1992 + A2 : 2013 IEC 60529 : 1989 + A2 : 2013 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
  • Page 86 6.10...
  • Page 88 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...

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