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Assembly and operating instructions DULCOTEST ® types CLO 3 / CLO 4 Please carefully read these operating instructions before use. · Do not discard. The operator shall be liable for any damage caused by installation or operating errors. The latest version of the operating instructions are available on our homepage. Part no.
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Supplemental directives General non-discriminatory approach In order to make it easier to read, this document uses the male form in grammatical structures but with an implied neutral sense. The document is always aimed equally at women, men and gender-neutral persons. We kindly ask readers for their under‐ standing in this simplification of the text.
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Table of contents Table of contents Introduction................5 1.1 Labelling of Warning Information........5 1.2 User qualification............7 1.3 General safety information..........7 1.4 Intended use..............8 1.5 Information in the event of an emergency....8 Functional description............9 2.1 Construction..............9 2.2 Measured variable............
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Table of contents 14.6.1 Ordering information for accessories..... 38 Index................... 40...
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Introduction Introduction These operating instructions provide information on the technical data and functions of the DULCOTEST ® sensor for free chlorine, type CLO 3 / CLO 4 1.1 Labelling of Warning Information Introduction These operating instructions provide information on the technical data and functions of the product.
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Introduction NOTICE! Nature and source of the danger Damage to the product or its surroundings. Measure to be taken to avoid this danger. – Denotes a possibly damaging situation. If the situation is disregarded, the product or an object in its vicinity could be damaged. Type of information Hints on use and additional information.
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Introduction 1.2 User qualification WARNING! Danger of injury with inadequately qualified per‐ sonnel The operator of the system / equipment is respon‐ sible for ensuring that the qualifications are ful‐ filled. If inadequately qualified personnel work on the unit or loiter in the hazard zone of the unit, this could result in dangers that could cause serious injuries and material damage.
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Introduction Functional limitations Regularly check the sensor for dirt. Check the sensor cap regularly for air bubbles adhering to it (visual check). Observe the applicable national guidelines relating to maintenance, service and calibration intervals. Operational prerequisites Only use the sensor in bypass fittings that ensure the correct flow parameters (l/h, see Technical data).
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Functional description Functional description Brief description of the function The DULCOTEST sensor for free chlorine CLO 3 / CLO 4 is a dia‐ ® phragm-free, amperometric three-electrode sensor. The DULCOTEST sensor for free chlorine CLO 3 / CLO 4 can be used ®...
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Functional description 2.3 Function These types of sensor work on the amperometric measuring prin‐ ciple in the special design of a potentiostatic measurement on three measuring electrodes. After the sensor has been electrically connected to the measuring device/controller, a potentiostat ensures that there is constant polarisation voltage at the working electrode, independent of the current flow.
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Functional description 2.4 Construction of the sensor Fig. 1: Exploded view of the sensor Position number Designation Cable feed-through of the M12 threaded connector Top part O-ring seal 2-wire connector Sensor shaft O-ring seal Working electrode and counter electrode Hose seal and air vent hole Sensor cap Reference electrode Clamp disc...
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Transport and storage Transport and storage Ä Chapter 1.2 ‘User qualifi‐ User qualification: instructed user cation’ on page 7 NOTICE! Original packaging Damage to the product. – Only transport, ship and store the sensor in its original packaging. – Retain the packaging in its entirety including the polystyrene inserts.
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Assembly Assembly Ä Chapter 1.2 ‘User qualifica‐ User qualification: trained user tion’ on page 7 WARNING! Danger from hazardous substances! Possible consequence: Fatal or very serious inju‐ ries. Please ensure when handling hazardous sub‐ stances that you have read the latest safety data sheets provided by the manufacture of the haz‐...
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Assembly 4.1 Filling electrolyte NOTICE! Perform the following work over a sink. After this, carefully re-close the electrolyte bottle. Unsealed electrolyte bottles may severely limit the storage period of the electrolytes. Remove the red end cap and cut off the top end of the spout of the electrolyte bottle with a knife.
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Refill the sensor cap if the measuring results are unclear during operation. The sensor needs to be regen‐ erated by ProMinent should the problem persist. Use a soft, moistened paper towel to wipe any remaining electrolyte from the two gold electrodes on the front of the sensor body.
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Assembly 4.2 Installing the sensor in the bypass fitting Minimum flow (l/h) Do not drop below the minimum flow (l/h, see Technical data): Monitor the flow at the connected controller. If – the measured value of the flow is used for con‐ trol, the control must switch off or switch to the basic load if the minimum flow rate is under‐...
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Assembly A0645 Fig. 7: Installation of the sensor illustrated on the bypass fitting DLG III. Refer to the appropriate operating instructions for other fittings 1. Threaded sleeve. 2. Clamp disc. 3. Sensor. 4. O-ring. 5. Washer. 6. Bypass fitting e.g. DLG. Push the O-ring (4) and the washer (5) included in the instal‐...
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Too low a supply voltage may result in an incorrect measured value. The requirements are automatically met when con‐ necting the sensor to a ProMinent controller. Connect the socket of the 5-pin signal cable to the 4-pin plug connector of the sensor.
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Start up Start up Ä Chapter 1.2 ‘User qualifica‐ User qualification: trained user, tion’ on page 7 CAUTION! Incorrect metering due to sensor failure Possible consequence: Slight or minor injuries. Material damage. – If a sensor fails then there may be an incorrect measured value at the input of the measuring/ control unit.
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Zero point calibration If the sensor is operated with a ProMinent control unit, then zero point calibration is not generally necessary. Zero point calibration is recommended if you wish to use the sensor at the lower limit of the measuring range or for short-term measurement at 0.00 ppm.
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Ä Chapter 1.2 ‘User qualifica‐ User qualification: trained user, tion’ on page 7 7.1 Troubleshooting Description of the error: Display on the measuring device: 0.00 ppm. Sensor current: 0.00 mA. Measure/Remedy Check whether the measuring line is connected with the right polarity.
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Troubleshooting There may be a fault if there are no troublesome substances in the sample water. ð Then return the sensor for checking. Description of the error: The limit monitor for the current limit value (20 mA) has been trig‐ gered.
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26 . Check whether there might be troublesome substances (e.g. surfactants/oils) in the sample water. ð Contact ProMinent if this is the case. Check whether the conductivity of the water is at least 50μS/cm. ð Type CLO sensors cannot be used in completely desali‐...
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No correct sensor Only use electrolyte specified for the respec‐ function, destruction tive sensor. of reference system. Return sensor to ProMinent for treatment No clamp disc on the sensor. Leakage at the Follow the installation instructions. bypass fitting. The sensor can shoot out of the bypass fitting.
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Sand gold electrodes. missible maximum concentration. breaks down. The concentration must always be within the Danger of over- specified measuring range metering. No output signal. No output signal. Electronic unit is faulty. Signal=(0 mA). Return sensor to ProMinent for treatment.
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We recommend you replace the reference system every 2 ... 3 years, but at the latest when white and/or silver discolouration is visible on the reference system. The reference system can only be replaced by ProMinent. 8.2 Repair The sensor can only be repaired in the factory. Return the sensor...
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Hydrodynamic cleaning of the electrode surfaces Hydrodynamic cleaning of the electrode surfaces Ä Chapter 1.2 ‘User User qualification: instructed personnel qualification’ on page 7 The sensitivity (slope) of the sensor increases by approx. 20% when using hydrodynamic cleaning. The upper measuring range limit thereby falls accordingly.
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Hydrodynamic cleaning of the electrode surfaces A2802 Fig. 8: Dummy Remove the flow resister M34x1.5P (740207) at the lower end of the DGMa module and insert the flow nozzle CLO into the flow resister.
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Hydrodynamic cleaning of the electrode surfaces A2803 Fig. 9: Dummy Completely fill the lid of the cleaning ball container with cleaning balls (approx. 20...25 balls). Now pour the cleaning balls from above into the DGMa module of the CLO sensor. Refit the CLO sensor into the bypass fitting.
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Decontaminate the device before returning it. To do so, remove all traces of hazardous substances. Refer to the material safety data sheet for your feed chemical as well. A current Declaration of Decontamination is available to download on the ProMinent website.
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Spare parts and accessories Ordering address for spare parts and accessories: The current address for ordering spare parts and accessories can be found on the manufacturer’s homepage ProMinent. Standard scope of supply 1 sensor CLO complete with sensor cap, protective cap and...
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Technical specifications Technical specifications Parameter Value Measured variable: Free chlorine In contrast to the DPD-1 measurement, organic chlorine compounds (such as, e.g. isocyanuric acid derivatives) feign a chlorine concentration that is too low, and cannot be reliably measured Field of application: Drinking water quality water (note the pH range) Swimming pools Uncontaminated drinking water and process water...
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Technical specifications 12.1 Material specifications / Dimensions and weights Tab. 8: Material specifications of the wetted components Component Sensor type Material Colour Shaft CLO 3 PVC-U black CLO 4 PEEK beige Clamp disc CLO 3 / CLO 4 black Electrode holder CLO 3 / CLO 4 PMMA transparent...
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Technical specifications 12.2 Sensor flow Tab. 10: Sensor flow in the bypass fitting DGMa BAMa (relative slope as a %) Application 1 Application 2 Application 3 rec‐ 60 l/h (100%) 10 l/h 30 l/h 60 l/h ende min‐ 30 l/h (75%) 5 l/h 20 l/h 20 l/h...
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Technical specifications 12.5 Rated slope, drift and response time Tab. 12: Rated slopes Sensor Rated slope * CLO 3 / 4 - 2 ppm 6 mA/ppm CLO 3 / 4 - 10 ppm 1.2 mA/ppm * at pH = 7.2; CLO 3 T = 30 °C; CLO 4 T = 50 °C; Q = 60 l/h in the DGMa Slope spread: Rated slope ±...
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Directives / standards adhered to Directives / standards adhered to EU directives: EMC Directive (2014/30/EU). RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). Harmonised standards: EN 61326-1:2013, Class B EN 50581:2012 You will find the EC Declaration of Conformity to download on our homepage.
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CAN-LED 14.2 Intended use The sensors with CAN connector may only be connected to the CANopen bus of a ProMinent measuring and control unit. Try not to turn the adapter. This can damage the electronics in the sensor. 14.3 Directives and standards adhered to Fulfilled CAN standards and specifications: In respect of the hard‐...
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DULCOTEST ® sensor with CAN connector Colour Flash code Cause Consequence Remedy Electronics fault Sensor faulty Return the sensor or con‐ tact customer service flashing* Start phase no transmission of wait briefly measured value flashing slowly** Calibration is faulty Measured value is Re-calibrate incorrect Double flashing***...
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DULCOTEST ® sensor with CAN connector Part Order number Connecting cable - CAN, sold by the metre 1022160 CAN coupling - CAN, M12, 5-pin, screw connector 1022157 CAN connector, M12, 5-pin, screw connector 1022156...
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Index Index Action, step by step ......2 Non-discriminatory approach ....2 Air bubbles .
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