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  • Page 1 RGS8000 Controller for reverse osmosis plants Operating manual Software version 1.06...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. System description ........................... 1 1.1. General ............................1 1.2. Functionality overview ......................... 1 1.3. Diagram of the unit ........................2 1.4. Unit configuration ........................2 1.5. Description of the unit ........................2 2. Picture of front side ........................... 4 3.
  • Page 3 6.5.1. Raw water tank........................27 6.5.2. Dosing tank ........................28 6.6. Conductivity meter / Temperature meter ................... 30 6.6.1. Conductivity permeate ...................... 30 6.6.2. Conductivity feed ....................... 31 6.6.3. Conductivity 3 ........................31 6.6.4. Conductivity 4 ........................31 6.6.5. Conductivity settings ......................31 6.6.6.
  • Page 4 7.8. Standby ............................. 52 7.9. Standby Stop ..........................52 7.10. Alarm ............................53 8. Alarms............................... 54 8.1. General overview ........................54 8.2. Alarm window ..........................54 8.3. Overview alarms ........................56 9. Manual operation of the unit ......................57 9.1. Standby stop ..........................57 9.2.
  • Page 5 15.2. Directories ..........................72 15.3. Software files ........................... 73 15.4. Log functions ........................... 73 15.4.1. Alarm log function ......................74 15.4.2. Data log function ......................74 15.4.3. Process log function ......................75 16. E-mail .............................. 76 16.1. Configuration ........................... 76 16.1.1.
  • Page 6 23.2. Maintenance ..........................93 23.3. Names ............................. 94 23.4. Resets ............................. 94 23.5. Hard disk ..........................94 23.6. Hardware test .......................... 95 23.6.1. Inputs ..........................95 23.6.2. Relay outputs ........................95 23.6.3. Conductivity meter ......................96 23.6.4. Temperature meter ......................96 23.6.5.
  • Page 7 36. Spare parts ........................... 115 36.1. Order codes ........................... 115 36.2. Pictures..........................115 37. Technical specifications ......................116 37.1. Casing dimensions ........................ 117 38. Index ............................. 118 39. Declaration of conformity ......................120 40. Warranty conditions ........................121...

  • Page 8: System Description

    System description 1. System description 1.1. General The RGS8000 is applicable for the automatic control and monitoring of reverse osmosis units. Thanks to the flexible programmable software this controller is suitable for a large number of various water treatment applications.

  • Page 9: Diagram Of The Unit

    RGS8000 System description 1.3. Diagram of the unit The unit is schematically represented in the following diagram The diagram features all the components defined in the controller. Only the components that are connected to the available in- and outputs can be displayed.
  • Page 10 RGS8000 System description The controller is routinely delivered in the “Standby Stop" phase. The unit will not be automatically started until this is switched on manually (see § 9.1 “Standby stop” on page 57. Once it is switched on, the controller will no longer start in this phase after a power failure, unless this phase is activated via the programming (see §...

  • Page 11: Picture Of Front Side

    RGS8000 Picture of front side 2. Picture of front side 1 LCD display + touch panel...

  • Page 12: Measurement And Function Display

    RGS8000 Measurement and function display 3. Measurement and function display 3.1. LCD display The LCD display features further information about the active process. Picture 3.1 The top bar displays the process the unit is in. Also shown are the measurement values or statuses of the connected components.
  • Page 13 RGS8000 Measurement and function display Positions of the inputs: The (digital) inputs can have the following statuses: The input function is not supervised (grey). The input function is supervised and inactive (green). The input function is supervised and active, but the time delay is not finished yet (yellow).
  • Page 14 RGS8000 Measurement and function display Situation of the tank The tanks can be displayed with different background colours. These colours have the following meanings: Raw water tank Permeate tank Chemical tank If the tank is equipped with level measuring (0(4)-20mA), the level will be indicated per ratio.

  • Page 15: General Operation

    RGS8000 General operation 4. General operation A touch panel is used for the operation and programming of this controller. Details are provided below about the general arrangement of the screen, the meaning of the various “keys” and the general display /input windows.

  • Page 16: Window

    RGS8000 General operation 4.3. Window The various settings can be made in windows. The different types of settings are: values, texts and dropdown lists. 4.3.1. Set value or text The box with the required settings has to be selected to change a value or text and calling up a new window where the value / text can be changed.

  • Page 17: Confirmation

    RGS8000 General operation Confirming the choice calls up another window for the final confirmation. Confirm the choice again. Cancel the choice. The changed setting is stored in the memory after you quit the main menu. 4.3.4. Confirmation In some cases confirmation is required subsequent to a choice or change. The key can be used to confirm the choice or change.

  • Page 18: Unit Configuration

    RGS8000 Configure unit 5. Unit Configuration This chapter describes how the unit may be configured. The unit configuration option is featured in the main menu. If the unit configuration is selected you will be asked if the unit may be placed in Standby.

  • Page 19: Inventory

    RGS8000 Configure unit 5.1. Inventory Before the components and process phases can be programmed, an inventory has to be made of the components with the corresponding properties. Selecting the item “Inventory” calls up a list of potential components that may be connected. If a specific component from the list is connected to the controller the component's corresponding window can indicate which pins the component is connected to.

  • Page 20: Security Switch

    RGS8000 Configure unit If a component is not connected, then the “----“ option should be chosen. This disconnects hardware and software. Component Hardware Software The component will then no longer be listed in the remaining settings, unless the component was connected to another component in the settings for that other component.

  • Page 21: Analogue Control

    RGS8000 Configure unit 5.1.2. Analogue control Certain components can be controlled via an analogue output (such as a pump via a frequency regulator). An analogue output can be selected for th ese components. In the settings of the processes (see § 5.2.2 “Units (phases)” on page 16) it can subsequently be set to any percentage of the current range (0-20mA or 4-20mA);...

  • Page 22: Programming

    RGS8000 Configure unit 5.2. Programming Subsequent to the inventory of the components and entering the specific properties of the components, you may enter other properties in the component programming and the various phases of the RO unit can be set.

  • Page 23: Units (Phases)

    RGS8000 Configure unit 5.2.2. Units (phases) Once the components have been inventoried and programmed the various process phases of the RO unit may be programmed. Only the programmable phases will be displayed. During a “time” phase the time is entered (0-999) in seconds or minutes. If a time of 0 is entered the corresponding phase is omitted.

  • Page 24: Components

    RGS8000 Components 6. Components An examination is made in this chapter of the inventory and programming options for the various components that have to be connected. This component may divided into: Valves - Conductivity meter (including temperature sensor ) Pumps...

  • Page 25: Permeate Rinse Valve

    RGS8000 Components 6.1.3. Permeate rinse valve In the case of the “Permeate rinse valve” all that has to be entered, in the inventory, is the relay output it is connected to. A security switch can be activated. This can be linked to one if the available inputs, and it can be set if the switch is “normally closed”...

  • Page 26: Permeate 3-Way Valve

    RGS8000 Components 6.1.5. Permeate 3-way valve The inventory and programming screens are identical to the screens which can be seen at the permeate rinse valve (see § 6.1.3 “Permeate rinse valve” on page 18). In the inventory the screen number needs to be increased by 20, and in the programming by 10.

  • Page 27: Dosing Pump

    RGS8000 Components 6.2.3. Dosing pump In the case of the “Dosing pump” all that has to be entered, in the inventory, is the relay output it is connected to. A security switch can be activated. This can be linked to one if the available inputs, and it can be set if the switch is “normally closed”...

  • Page 28: Alarm

    RGS8000 Components 6.3. Alarm An alarm output may be connected only to a relay output function (OUTx). Activation of the relay is completely independent of the phase the unit is in. In the case of the “Alarm output” all that has to be entered, in the inventory, is the relay output it is connected to.

  • Page 29: Switches

    RGS8000 Components 6.4. Switches Switches (e.g. level switches) may be connected only to the digital inputs (IN1 to IN8). Whether the input is monitored or not monitored can also be determined for each process stage. In the case of the switches, the input this is connected to also has to be entered in the inventory.

  • Page 30: Exceeded Pressure

    RGS8000 Components 6.4.2. Exceeded pressure The “Exceeded pressure” switch may be placed at a position where an overpressure has to be controlled. This switch is generally placed between the high pressure pump and the membrane. The “Pressure before Membrane”, “Pressure after Membrane” and “Pressure permeate "switches may be...

  • Page 31: Stop

    RGS8000 Components 6.4.7. Stop The “Stop” switch function may be used for various purposes. The programming can be set to show if the unit has to be switched on automatically or manually, when the malfunction has been remedied. For information about the inventory see § 6.4 “Switches”...

  • Page 32: Regeneration

    RGS8000 Components 6.4.9. Regeneration The “Regeneration” switch can be used to show that a (simplex) water softening system is regenerating. The RO unit will be stopped and switched into the “Regeneration” phase. See § 7.7 “Regeneration” 52 for more information about this phase.

  • Page 33: Tanks

    RGS8000 Components 6.5. Tanks 6.5.1. Storage tank There are two available types of level measuring, namely measurements with level switches (1 or 2) or level measurements with a 0(4)-20mA output that can be connected to a 0-20mA control input (if available).

  • Page 34: Raw Water Tank

    RGS8000 Components As far as level measuring is concerned, the percentage with empty tank and the percentage with full tank can be specified. The installation will enter the “Production” phase as soon as the percentage goes below the level of the one specified for an empty tank.

  • Page 35: Dosing Tank

    RGS8000 Components Level measurements 0(4)-20mA output If level measuring with power output is active, the “0-20mA Interface” will be selected. It will subsequently be possible to select a 0-20mA input. And after that, it will be possible to select the range of the measurement cell (0-20mA or 4-20mA).
  • Page 36 RGS8000 Components Level measurements 0(4)-20mA output If level measuring with power output is active, the “0-20mA Interface” will be selected. It will subsequently be possible to select a 0-20mA input. And after that, it will be possible to select the range of the measurement cell (0-20mA or 4-20mA).

  • Page 37: Conductivity Meter / Temperature Meter

    RGS8000 Components 6.6. Conductivity meter / Temperature meter A conductivity measurement cell may be connected to the controller. The controller has a facility for automatic switching between two measurement ranges. The measurement ranges are dependent on the sensors used and can be set from very pure water under 1 µS/cm to very saline water up to 100 mS/cm.

  • Page 38: Conductivity Feed

    RGS8000 Components 6.6.2. Conductivity feed The feed water conductivity measuring cell is normally connected to the optional print with the 2 conductivity meter. At the inventory, the “Feed Conductivity” function must be connected to this conductivity meter input. How to set the conductivity meter is described from § 6.6.5 “Conductivity settings”...

  • Page 39: Properties Conductivity Measurement

    RGS8000 Components The conductivity meter has extensive programming options. In addition to the conductivity measurement and monitoring-related settings, the temperature-related settings will also appear, if you use a passive, capacity measuring cell. The temperature measurement is connected to the conductivity measurement and the settings are relevant only if the conductivity measurement cell is also connected.

  • Page 40: Monitoring Minimum Conductivity

    RGS8000 Components 6.6.7. Monitoring minimum conductivity An electrical interruption of the sensor, electrical faults in the system or air in the sensor can erroneously result in very low conductivity. For monitoring purposes a minimum limit of 0.1 to 1000.0 μS/cm can be entered.

  • Page 41: Temperature

    RGS8000 Components 6.7. Temperature A temperature sensor can be connected to the controls. This can be linked to a “conductivity cell” for a temperature compensation of the measured conductivity value (see § 6.6.6 “Properties conductivity measurement” on page 32). Attention: The temperature sensor must be of the PT1000 type.

  • Page 42: Temperature Measurement Properties

    RGS8000 Components 6.7.6. Temperature measurement properties This window can be used to indicate how the unit of temperature can be specified (°C or °F). 6.7.7. Monitoring minimum temperature For minimum temperature monitoring purposes a minimum limit of 1 to 99 °C can be entered.

  • Page 43: Relative Conductivity

    RGS8000 Components 6.8. Relative conductivity The relative conductivity is the ratio between the conductivity of the incoming water (feed) and the conductivity of the permeate water. The relative conductivity is calculated according to the formula: (Permeate Conductivity / Feed Conductivity) * 100% There are extensive programming options for the relative conductivity.

  • Page 44: Recorder Outputs

    RGS8000 Components 6.9. Recorder outputs Through optional prints (ca-3rec), three or six recorder outputs (0-20mA) can be added. If the print is connected, then the recorder functions will be displayed in the inventory list.(Recorder 1,2,3,4,5 and 6) Each output can be set separately within a range of 0-20mA or 4-20mA. Which signals are to be transmitted at the output concerned can be specified next.

  • Page 45: Flow Meter

    RGS8000 Components 6.10. Flow meter The flow meters equipped with a 0(4)-20mA output or paddle wheel potentialfree output can be connected to the control panel. It is possible to specify thresholds for the upper and lower limits, both with a programmable time delay.

  • Page 46: Flow Meter Settings

    RGS8000 Components 6.10.5. Flow meter settings This description cites the properties of flow measurement in the feed water as an example. Similar properties apply for other flow measurements. It is possible to chose from two types of flow measurement, namely a measurement cell with a 0(4)- 20mA output, or a measurement cell with a paddle wheel (potential free) output can be connected (if the optional inputs are available).

  • Page 47: Monitoring Minimum Flow

    RGS8000 Components 6.10.7. Monitoring minimum flow For monitoring purposes the minimum limit of 0,1 to 100.000,0 can be entered. A delay can also entered (1-9999 sec). During the delay the measured value has to be under the limit so an alarm is given if the unit is switched off.

  • Page 48: Pressure Meter

    RGS8000 Components 6.11. Pressure meter The pressure meters equipped with a 0(4)-20mA output can be connected to the control panel. It is possible to specify thresholds for the upper and lower limits, both with a programmable time delay. It is also possible to specify whether the installation should be shut down in case of either positive or negative crossing of the specified values.

  • Page 49: Pressure Meter Settings

    RGS8000 Components 6.11.6. Pressure meter settings This description cites the properties of pressure measurement in the feed water as an example. Similar properties apply for other pressure measurements. The 0-20mA input that is connected to the concerned pressure meter can be selected for the inventarisation.

  • Page 50: Monitoring Minimum Pressure

    RGS8000 Components 6.11.8. Monitoring minimum pressure For monitoring purposes the minimum limit of 0.1 to 10.000,0 can be entered. A delay can also entered (1-9999 sec). During the delay the measured value has to be under the limit so an alarm is given if the unit is switched off.

  • Page 51: Ph Meter

    RGS8000 Components 6.12. pH meter The pH meters equipped with a 0(4)-20mA output can be connected to the control panel. It is possible to specify thresholds for the upper and lower limits, both with a programmable time delay. It is also possible to specify whether the installation should be shut down in case of either positive or negative crossing of the specified values.

  • Page 52: Monitoring Minimum Ph

    RGS8000 Components 6.12.3. Monitoring minimum pH For monitoring purposes the minimum limit of 0,1 to 14,0 can be entered. A delay can also entered (1-9999 sec). During the delay the measured value has to be under the limit so an alarm is given if the unit is switched off.

  • Page 53: Additional

    RGS8000 Components 6.13. Additional 6.13.1. Additional program In the case of the “Additional program” the inventory has to specify the relay output this is connected During the subsequent programming of the additional program a time duration can be set between between 0 and 9999 (seconds or minutes).

  • Page 54: Unit

    RGS8000 RO Unit 7. RO Unit This chapter will examine the various phases of the RO unit. The manual control opportunities are explained in § 9 “Manual operation of the unit” on page 57. 7.1. Properties The general characteristics with regards to the installation can be set in this window.
  • Page 55 RGS8000 RO Unit During the “Production” phase the unit may be switched off manually, irrespective of the status of the level switches in the storage tank. The unit will go into the “Rinse” phase (if programmed) or the “Standby ” phase. The lower bar in the main window will then show if the unit has been switched off manually.

  • Page 56: Rinse (After Production)

    RGS8000 RO Unit 7.3. Rinse (after production) The "Rinse" phase is used, for example, for the displacement of the concentrate after the end of the production cycle. This phase may comprise a max. of 3 stages, each with a time duration of 0-9999 seconds / minutes.

  • Page 57: Rinse During Production

    RGS8000 RO Unit 7.5. Rinse during production The "Rinse during production" phase is used, for example, to apply a further rinse during a lengthy production cycle if the water is heavily contaminated. The rinse may comprise a max. of 3 stages each with a time duration if 0-9999 seconds /minutes.

  • Page 58: Maintenance

    RGS8000 RO Unit 7.6. Maintenance The “Maintenance” phase can only be switched on and off manually, in order to clean the membrane with special solutions, for example. § 23.2 “Maintenance” on page 93 describes how the “Maintenance” phase can be activated.

  • Page 59: Regeneration

    RGS8000 RO Unit 7.7. Regeneration The “Regeneration” phase can be used to show that a water softening system is in regeneration. This phase can be activated only if a switch “Regeneration” is configured (see § 6.4.9 “Regeneration” on page 25).

  • Page 60: Alarm

    RGS8000 RO Unit 7.10. Alarm No settings can be programmed for the “Alarm” phase while all RO process-related functions are switched off, except the monitoring on which the RO process is interrupted. The level switches monitoring is also switched off.

  • Page 61: Alarms

    RGS8000 Alarms 8. Alarms The controller features various monitorings of both the operation of the RO unit and the operation of other functions in the controller (such as the SD card function ). 8.1. General overview The alarms can be recorded via an SD card, via e-mail or via an RS232 or RS485 connection.
  • Page 62 RGS8000 Alarms An alarm, in the alarm window takes the following form: The window provides the following information: - line 1 : x/y x = number of the warning, y = number of warnings - line 2 : brief description of the alarm situation given.

  • Page 63: Overview Alarms

    RGS8000 Alarms 8.3. Overview alarms Shortened display Description Backup settings The last programming changes are not stored. The previous programming is loaded. Check the parameters or load an back-up through a SD Card. Concentrate The concentrate flow control switch is active after the set delay.

  • Page 64: Manual Operation Of The Unit

    RGS8000 Manual operation of the unit 9. Manual operation of the unit The unit can be controlled manually. The main menu's “Manual control” features an overview of the manual operations possible at that time. The options for each phase are shown below.

  • Page 65: Production

    RGS8000 Manual operation of the unit 9.4. Production Various actions can be applied during the “Production” phase. - Stop production via “Stop installation” If there are level switches and the storage tank is empty a warning will appear in the main window to show the unit is manually stopped (“Manual stop”).

  • Page 66: Retrieve Information

    RGS8000 Information and history 10. Retrieve information Various types of data can be retrieved from the information menu, such as: the Software version, the service telephone number, the number of service hours, the status of the inputs and outputs, the alarm history, the maintenance interval (if programmed).

  • Page 67: Outputs

    RGS8000 Information and history 10.4. Outputs The window shows the status of the relay outputs. A line is established as follows: <number > <description > <status> <number > : indication of relay output on the print (1=”OUT 1”) <description > : brief description of the function <status>...

  • Page 68: Ethernet

    RGS8000 Information and history 10.7. Ethernet This item shows Ethernet settings that are relevant for internet and e-mail communications (see also § 14 “Ethernet” on page 67). The windows show the following settings: controller IP address. Hostname Net mask MAC:...

  • Page 69: Rs232

    RGS8000 Information and history 10.10. RS232 The control type RGS8x1x-xxx has a RS232 port by default. Using this port, information can be sent to a PC, for example. This window displays the settings for the RS232 connection. The serial number is also displayed to identify messages across the RS232 line.

  • Page 70: Inputs Pulses

    RGS8000 Information and history 10.13. Inputs pulses This window allows reading the pulses per second on a pulse input. This option is only available when the accompanying optional print ca-pulse is present. If there is no function connected to an input, no accompanying text will appear.

  • Page 71: User Settings

    RGS8000 User settings 11. User settings 11.1. LCD Display The control unit has lighting in the LCD Display. In this window you can specify the brightness of the lightning. Furthermore you can specify in this window whether the lighting should be dimmed or switched off (=0%) when the touch panel is not used for longer than a certain period of time.

  • Page 72: Clock

    RGS8000 Clock 12. Clock 12.1. General The time and date can be set in the controller. The time and date are used in various functions, such as data “logging”. The clock setting option is located in the main menu. The controller has a battery so the time and date can be kept. If the controller is switched on again the time and date have to be reset.

  • Page 73: Language Setting

    RGS8000 Clock / language setting The changed date is directly up-to-date. The data format will also apply directly. However, this is not stored when you quit the main menu. The control unit also checks whether the date is correct (year> 2009).

  • Page 74: Ethernet

    RGS8000 Ethernet 14. Ethernet Attention ! This chapter only applies to control unit type RGS8x1x-xxxx. The controller is suitable for communicating via Ethernet. The web server on the controller allows information to be exchanged with the controller via a web browser (such as Internet Explorer) (see also §...

  • Page 75: Subnetmask

    RGS8000 Ethernet 14.1.3. Subnetmask In the window the subnetmasker is entered after “NM”. This generally has to be set as 255.255.255.0, showing that the first 3 numbers of an IPaddress, within the network, have to be the same and the final number has to be unique.
  • Page 76 IP : 10.10.10.141 Examples: 1) If you want to connect from your PC (PC-1) with control RGS8000-1 then you must enter the following in the URL bar of the internet browser: 2) If you want to connect from your PC (PC-1) with control RGS8000-2 then you must enter the following in the URL bar of the...

  • Page 77: Ip Address Of The Modem (Wan)

    RGS8000 Ethernet 14.2.1. IP address of the modem (WAN) The IP address of the particular modem on the internet can be obtained by inserting http://www.whatismyip.com in the URL bar of the browser on a computer that is connected to the local network “behind”...

  • Page 78: Dhcp Lease

    RGS8000 Ethernet Save the settings by clicking on “Save All”. 14.2.4. DHCP Lease If the DHCP server in the modem is activated (see also § 14.1.1 “DHCP function” on page 67), a so- called “DHCP Lease” must be created. This establishes that the modem always assigns a fixed IP address to a particular device (in this case the control) in the local network.

  • Page 79: Sd Card

    For example, one card with original software may feature the original software of both type RGS3000 and type RGS8000 controllers, etc…. The distinction is made to keep the cards of the installer (OEM) and end user separate. A SD card can also be kept in which only original software is placed.

  • Page 80: Software Files

    RGS8000 SD card 15.3. Software files The controller is routinely delivered with the latest Software version (at that time). If further changes are subsequently made in the software the software may be adapted by copying the original software to a SD card and loading via the Boot program in the controller (see § 27 “Boot software”...

  • Page 81: Alarm Log Function

    RGS8000 SD card 15.4.1. Alarm log function If an (alarm) warning has occurred in the system, the warning may be stored in the SD card. The “Alarm Log” option then has to be chosen in the “Log” menu. The alarm log function can be activated via this window and the “format ” of the information sent can be specified.

  • Page 82: Process Log Function

    RGS8000 SD card The “Header” field (appears only if the CSV format is set) can be used to indicate if an information line has to be added after a specific number of lines with status / measurement information (in the above example after 10 lines ). An interval of between 1 and 999 lines may be specified.

  • Page 83: E-Mail

    RGS8000 E-mail 16. E-mail Attention ! This chapter only applies to control unit type RGS8x1x-xxxx. Attention ! A server without authentication (and without SSL) should be used. The controller can be used to send e-mails with (alarm) warning. The options will be explained in this chapter as well as how the controller has to be set.

  • Page 84: E-Mail Address Of The Recipient

    RGS8000 E-mail 16.1.4. E-mail address of the recipient There is an option to enter the e-mail address of the recipient (where the controller has to send the-mails). An e-mail address with up to 55 characters may be entered. 16.2. Log functions If an (alarm) warning has occurred in the system a warning can be given via e-mail.

  • Page 85: Rs485

    RGS8000 RS485 17. RS485 Attention ! This chapter only applies to control unit type RGS8x1x-xxxx. The controller has an RS485 connection. The RS485 connection can be used for data logging (status / measurement), alarms and process data. This chapter will explain how this can be set.

  • Page 86: Alarm Log Function

    RGS8000 RS485 17.2.1. Alarm log function If an (alarm) warning has occurred in the system a warning may be given via the RS485 connection on a PC, by means of an RS232 / RS485 converter, which is not included in the delivery.

  • Page 87: Process Log Function

    RGS8000 RS485 / RS232 17.2.3. Process log function This window can be used to activate the process log function. The data is sent in ASCII format and cannot be set. The format appears as follows: date time unit (sub) process If the controller has been voltage free this is also indicated in the file, with the date and time the controller was switched on and off.

  • Page 88: Hard Disk

    RGS8000 Hard disk 19. Hard disk The controller features a memory used as a hard disk. When software files are being installed items such as languages and web pages are written to the disk. The settings are also stored here as well as the last 20 alarms .

  • Page 89: Logging

    RGS8000 Logging 20. Logging The controller allows various data to be logged The data may be written to a file on the SD card or sent via e-mail, RS232 or RS485. The following data may be singled out: - Alarm data...

  • Page 90: Xml Format

    RGS8000 Logging 20.1.2. XML format If the alarms are recorded in XML format the structure will be as follows: <standard XML header> (= <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>) <data> <object <date > <time > <status> <warning > <process> /> </data> Example: <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>...

  • Page 91: Csv Format

    RGS8000 Logging 20.2.1. CSV format If the data is recorded in CSV format the structure will be as follows: <Day -Month-Year>, <Hour: Minute>, <Data 1> …..<Data n> When the controller is started up or the record is activated a “header” is first of all produced to indicate what the corresponding data means.

  • Page 92: Process Data

    RGS8000 Logging 20.3. Process data Process data can be recorded via various media (SD card or serial port (bv.RS485)). All process changes are routinely recorded. The data is recorded in fixed text format. The structure is as follows: <Day -Month-Year> <Hour: Minute> <Unit:> <Process> <Status of relay outputs>...

  • Page 93: Modbus

    RGS8000 Modbus 21. Modbus Attention ! This chapter only applies to control unit type RGS8x1x-xxxx. The controller has a Modbus compatible protocol available. This can be realized through RS485 communication (see § 17 “RS485” at page 78) or through ethernet communication (see § 14 “Ethernet” at page 67). In this part you can read about which registers are available and how they can be read and analyzed.

  • Page 94: Register : Unities / Decimals

    RGS8000 Modbus 40055 Alarm reset 40056 Motor security 40057 Concentrate switch 40058 Stop 40059 Additional program 1 40060 Additional program 2 40061 Additional program 3 40062 Regeneration 40063 Recorder 1 40064 Recorder 2 40065 Recorder 3 40066 Recorder 4 40067...

  • Page 95: Register : Others

    RGS8000 Modbus 40083 Flow Feed Decimals Unity 40084 Flow Concentrate Decimals Unity 40085 Flow Permeate Decimals Unity 40086 Flow 4 Decimals Unity 40087 Pressure Feed Decimals Unity 40088 Pressure BP Decimals Unity 40089 Pressure PU Decimals Unity 40090 Pressure Concentrate...

  • Page 96: Internet

    “local host name” can be entered in the browser's URL bar. The controller's “local host name” consists of the type of controller and the controller's serial number. Example: A type RGS8000 controller with the serial number 000002 has a local host name: “RGS8000_000002” URL bar: 22.2.

  • Page 97: Head Page

    RGS8000 Internet 22.4. Head page After the IP address (or “local host name”) is entered and confirmed in the URL bar and the correct user name and password are entered the above page will appear in the browser. This is the head page.

  • Page 98: Unit Display

    RGS8000 Internet 22.5. Unit display Attention! This option is not available any more in software versions 1.05.03 and older. The current status of the unit is schematically presented on this page. The data is refreshed every 2 seconds. - LED communication indication...

  • Page 99: Protection

    RGS8000 Internet 22.6.1. Protection Attention ! The security measures in this controller are normally sufficient for use in a LAN network. Wenn the controller is being used for connection through the World Wide Web then further actions for security are advised (e.g. VPN).

  • Page 100: Service

    RGS8000 Service 23. Service The controller's service menu allows settings to be applied for maintenance and settings, which are for authorised people only. The service settings option is located in the main menu. § 4.3 “Window” on page 9 describes how a setting can be changed.

  • Page 101: Names

    RGS8000 Service 23.3. Names The “name” of the controller can be entered in this window. This name appears on the internet page (see § 22.4 “Head page” on page 90) to make a clear reference to a specific unit. A name with a max. of 39 characters can be specified.

  • Page 102: Hardware Test

    RGS8000 Service 23.6. Hardware test This option allows you to test the hardware in the light of the unit display and control. 23.6.1. Inputs The digital inputs can be tested in this window. Closed input contact. Opened input contact. 23.6.2. Relay outputs The relay outputs can be tested.

  • Page 103: Conductivity Meter

    RGS8000 Service 23.6.3. Conductivity meter The conductivity meter's measurement range adjustment and switching can be checked as part of a two-stage process: adjusting the maximum range and checking the measurement range switching (and also checking the characteristic). The maximum range can be adjusted by placing a short circuit on the conductivity meter input.

  • Page 104: Inputs 0-20Ma

    RGS8000 Service 23.6.6. Inputs 0-20mA This window allows checking whether the 0-20mA inputs function appropriately. A value of ca. 4000 should be displayed when power values reach 20mA. The current supply and the shown value have a linear course. 23.6.7. Inputs pulse This window allows checking whether the pulse inputs function appropriately.

  • Page 105: Media

    A message containing the type of control and the serial number will be sent by pushing the text box “Tx” of the targeted communication port. For example “RGS8000 750345” for a RGS8000 with serial number 750345. If the message has been sent, the counter behind “Tx” will be increased by 1.

  • Page 106: Security

    RGS8000 Security 24. Security The security menu in the controller is for making settings for securing certain settings and processes and securing internet access. The settings security option is located in the main menu. 24.1. Controller Specific settings in the menu and processes can be secured against use by unauthorised persons.

  • Page 107: Menu

    RGS8000 Security 24.1.2. Menu Various submenus can be secured in the menu simply by “checking the box”. Activating a security feature for a specific component calls up a key to show the component is secured. 24.1.3. Process When the maintenance process is secured in the menu, no- one will be able to launch the maintenance.

  • Page 108: Power Failure

    RGS8000 Security You will be asked for your user name and password before a connection is made to the web server (see also § 22.3 “Security” on page 89). The password can be changed and can be a maximum of 16 characters long.

  • Page 109: Messages

    RGS8000 Messages 26. Messages 26.1. Hardware changed If a change has been made to the hardware configuration of the control (by changing the circuit board), the above notification will appear. In this case the inventory of the components needs to be checked because it is possible that a function is no longer linked to the hardware because of removal of said hardware.

  • Page 110: Boot Software

    The controller features two software programs: the boot software and the application software (for example RGS8000). If the controller is launched the boot software will first of all be opened. Explanations will be given in this chapter of the boot software and how the application software can be changed.

  • Page 111: Frequently Asked Questions

    RGS8000 Frequently asked questions 28. Frequently asked questions 28.1. General Question: LCD display does not show anything. Answer: - Is the right power supply voltage connected? - Is there a cable cut affecting the power supply? - Is the power supply voltage connected to the right pins (1 + 2)?

  • Page 112: Internet

    RGS8000 Frequently asked questions 28.5. Internet Question: Web server page does not appear in the browser. Possible causes: Only control unit type RGS8x1x-xxxx is accessible via internet. Is the correct IP address of the “local host name” entered? See § 14.1.2 “IP address” on page...

  • Page 113: Terminology

    RGS8000 Terminology 29. Terminology This chapter provides a brief explanation about the specific terms and abbreviations used in the operating manual. Term / Description abbreviation SD card “Secure Digital” card. This is a file storage medium. XML format “eXtensible Markup Language”. This is a general file structure for use in various types of software (such as directly opening in Excel, Access).

  • Page 114: Overview Menu

    RGS8000 Overview menu 30. Overview menu...

  • Page 115: Opening Casing

    RGS8000 Opening casing 31. Opening casing Remove the four side covers of the housing. Open the housing on the left side by carefully placing the key cover between the hinge points and pushing until the front door springs open.

  • Page 116: Terminal Block Connection

    RGS8000 Terminal Block 32. Terminal block connection 32.1. Schematics...
  • Page 117 RGS8000 Terminal Block...

  • Page 118: Remarks

    RGS8000 Terminal Block / Electrical connection examples 32.2. Remarks The 3th terminal of the 18 pole black connector will not be used (see picture above). 33. Electrical connection examples Attention! When connecting components, it is recommended to completely disconnect the power supply from the controller.
  • Page 119 RGS8000 Electrical connection examples RS485 Connection To set the communication port of the controller to “RS485” with termination resistor (120 Ohm), the jumper should be installed (cpu PCB cb-cpu-y/2) according to the illustration shown on the left. No jumpers should be installed if no shut down threshold is wanted.

  • Page 120: Installation And Start Up

    RGS8000 Installation and start up 34. Installation and Start up 34.1. General Installation and commissioning of the control system may only be carried out by trained specialists who are familiar with these operating instructions and the applicable regulations on safe working practices and accident prevention.

  • Page 121: Installation

    RGS8000 Installation and start up 34.2. Installation 34.3. Ethernet connector The controller can be connected to an Ethernet connection. Towards this end a RJ45 connector is placed in the controller. The RJ45 plug cannot be placed through the swivel so a ready-made cable...

  • Page 122: Maintenance

    RGS8000 Maintenance / Spare parts 35. Maintenance The control system does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Unauthorised modifications and/or repairs to the control unit will void all warranty claims and the manufacturer's liability. LCD display If the “touch panel” is operated with dirty fingers, it may happen that the LCD becomes difficult to read.

  • Page 123: Technical Specifications

    RGS8000 Technical specifications 37. Technical specifications Power supply Features: 24VAC, 115 VAC, 230VAC, 240 VAC, 115/24 VAC, 230/24 VAC, 240/24 VAC Tolerance: Power input 12 VA Relay outputs Powered: Total 4A (all powered outputs together) Total 2,5A (115/25V, 230/24V and 240/24V)

  • Page 124: Casing Dimensions

    RGS8000 Technical specifications 37.1. Casing dimensions Unit of measurement: mm. Subject to technical changes without notice...

  • Page 125: Index

    RGS8000 Index 38. Index Additional program ..........................46 Alarm ......... 1, 2, 10, 17, 21, 22, 25, 53, 54, 60, 72, 74, 77, 79, 82, 83, 94, 106, 107 Alarm log function ..........................74, 77 Back light ............................... 97 Booster pump ..........................1, 19, 106 Boot software ..........................
  • Page 126 RGS8000 Index Power failure ........................ 56, 82, 83, 85, 101 Pressure after membrane ......................1, 23, 107 Pressure before membrane ....................... 1, 23, 106 Pressure meter ........................41, 42, 107 Pressure permeate ..........................23 Printed circuit board ..........................63 Process log function ........................75, 80 Production..........

  • Page 127: Declaration Of Conformity

    Product name : Controller for reverse osmosis installation Product type : RGS8000 Manufacturer : EWS Equipment for Water treatment Systems International B.V. Australiëlaan 12 NL-5232 BB ’s-Hertogenbosch The Netherlands Product environment This product is intended for use in residential en light industrial environments.

  • Page 128: Warranty Conditions

    EWS). All the costs which exceed the obligations of EWS under this Warranty, such as, but not limited to, travel and accommodation costs and costs for assembly and dismantling are for the account and risk of the customer.
  • Page 129 Except where such limitations and exclusions are specifically prohibited by applicable law EWS shall not be liable for: Damage to other property caused by defects in the EWS product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time, commercial loss or: Any damages, whether incidental, [consequential or otherwise] special, indirect or consequential damages, injury to persons or property, or any other loss.

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