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Preface This manual serves to explain the use of the Alpha pH 800 process controller/transmitter. The manual functions in two ways, firstly as a step by step guide to help the user operate the instrument. Secondly, it serves as a handy reference guide. This instruction manual is written to cover as many anticipated applications of the Alpha pH 800 process controller/transmitter.
Safety Information This Controller/ Transmitter shall be installed and operated only in the manner specified in the Instruction manual. Only skilled, trained or authorized person should carry out installation, setup and operation of the instrument. Before powering up the unit, make sure that power source it is connected to, is as specified in the top label.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Description of Unit ....................... 1 Applications ......................... 2 ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATIONS Measurement and Control System ..................3 Unit Dimensions........................4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connection Diagram ......................5 Back Panel........................... 7 OVERVIEW Keypad and Display......................9 4.1.1 Keypad........................9 Function Groups ........................
INTRODUCTION Description of Unit Thank you for purchasing ¼ DIN 800 series pH/ORP process controllers. This unit is used for measuring either pH or ORP parameter one at a time, and the operational mode is switchable from the menu. You can use this unit to measure pH or ORP with limit control.
• Protection against electromagnetic interference – Input and output are free from external inference Applications Use this controller in panel mounted enclosures for applications such as water treatment monitoring, galvanic-decontamination, chemical processing food processing, clean or waste water control and neutralisation process...
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATIONS Measurement and Control System A typical measurement system consists of: • a pH/ORP process controller • a pH/ORP combination electrode with integrated or separate temperature sensor Pt 100/1000, • an immersion, flow or process assembly with or without a potential matching pin (PMP) •...
Unit Dimensions Flat Gasket (1mm) (To be Inserted By Customer) Note: The Taped Corners Have to Be On Top 92 + 0.5 92 + 0.5 max. 45 max. 175 Mounting Cut-Out The field-tested control panel housing is 96 x 96 mm; with protection class IP 54 (front).
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connection Diagram 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 PE/S P ot e n tial M atching Pin (P MP) Signal Input pH/ORP P t 10 0 R e l a y A Hold Input nal Ou t p ut P o w e r M a i n s Relay B PE/S...
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PE N 0 / PA Symmetrical high-impedance connections Measuring Cable Potential pH Combination Matching Pin (PM) Electrode PE N 0 / PA Asymmetrical connections Measuring Cable Potential pH Combination Matching Pin (PM) Electrode...
Back Panel The back panel consists of two connectors. The first connector is the 17-way PCB edge connector and the other is the 5-way connector. ENSURE that the power cable is physically separated from the power supply. Connection for the 17-way screw terminals (from left to right): 1.AC mains live wire 10.No connection 2.AC mains neutral wire...
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Pt100/ PAL S/ Pt1000 FUSE 250VAC 100mA (F) RELAY B RELAY A HOLD...
OVERVIEW Keypad and Display 4.1.1 Keypad • Perform rapid 2-point calibration and view electrode status • Allows entry to Set up mode • Select individual functions within the function group of Set up mode • Store input data in the Set up mode •...
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4.1.2 Display The LCD display features two numerical displays that show status messages and measured values for easy, quick reference. The display provides short-text information for setting parameters and configuration. SETUP MEAS • MEAS: Measurement mode 7.00 READY • SETUP: Set-up mode of function groups HOLD •...
Function Groups The main function and sub-function groups are organised in a matrix format for configuration and selection of parameters. The main function groups are: 1) Offset adjustment (OFS) 2) Temperature Measurement / compensation settings (Set 3) Control relay 1 configuration (SP1) 4) Control relay 2 configuration (SP2) 5) Configuration (ConF) 6) Calibration (CAL pH)
MEASUREMENT 5.1 Display in Measurement mode When the controller is initially powered on, it automatically enters into the Measurement mode after the large dual LCD displays all segments briefly. The upper display shows the measured pH or ORP value, while lower display shows either temperature value if controller is set for pH measurement or “OrP”...
CALIBRATION Direct Calibration from Measurement mode is possible via the CAL key. Calibration procedure can also be accessed from Advanced Setup mode. 6.1 pH Calibration This unit features five preset buffer values (1.00, 4.00, 6.86 or 7.00, 9.00, 9.18 and 10.00) for quick, two-point auto calibration. When calibrating this instrument, standard pH buffer solutions must be used.
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3) Press ENTER key to start calibration at pH 7 (or pH 6.86). The electrode indicator and CAL indicator both flash. The controller automatically adjusts reading to match the buffer value. 4) The lower display will now show its next lower ‘pH’ buffer. Use Δ and ∇ keys to select second buffer from one of 5 remaining preset values.
ORP – mV Calibration This mode allows one-point calibration. 1) Enter Calibration mode. While in Measurement mode, push CAL key. Press ENTER key. The upper SETUP and lower display reads “CAL OrP”. HOLD Note: If upper and lower display read “CAL PH”, see section 7.4 for procedures on how to switch from pH to ORP mV readings.
ADVANCED SET UP MODE Electrode Offset (OFS) sub-function This option is available only in the pH mode. An allowance of ±120mV is allowed to correct for electrode deviations. This feature is useful for prolonged on-line applications. The controller will add or subtract the value from the measured pH and display the correct value.
Note: Offset value is reset during full calibration. See section 6 for full calibration instructions. Note: The offset parameter is blanked out during ORP operation. Setting temperature (Set C) sub-function 7.2.1 Selecting automatic or manual temperature compensation 1) Enter Advanced Set-up mode by pressing ENTER key.
7.2.2 Temperature calibration (ATC mode only) 1) Select “ATC on” as described above in Section 7.2.1. SETUP 2) Press ENTER key. The upper display HOLD indicates current temperature offset. The current measured temperature is shown in the lower display. SETUP HOLD 3) Compare current measured temperature 25.0...
7.2.3 Setting manual temperature compensation Note: This option is not available when the SETUP controller is set for ATC operation. HOLD For manual temperature compensation, two different temperatures: process and calibration, SETUP 25.0 input independently. This allows HOLD calibration at a temperature other than the process temperature.
Control Relay A/Control Relay B (SP1/SP2) sub-function The SP1 option sets operating parameters for Relay A; the SP2 option sets operating parameters for relay B. Since these groups have the same set-up parameters, they are described together. 7.3.1 Entering Set point 1 (Set point 2) sub-function SETUP 1) Enter Advanced Set-up mode.
7.3.3 Choosing High or Low set points Select a “lo” to activate relay when the pH/ORP value undershoots the set point; select a “Hi” to activate relay when the value overshoots the set point. Using both SP1 and SP2, the following configuration for the set points can be selected: lo/lo, lo/hi, hi/lo, or hi/hi.
7.3.4 Selecting a hysteresis (dead band) value Hysteresis prevents rapid contact switching if your value is fluctuating near set point. It does this by overshooting the set point value to a specified hysteresis value. You can set the hysteresis value from 0.1 to 1.0 pH, 10 to 100mV. Example: You have set your high set point at pH 9.0 and your hysteresis limit value at pH 0.5.
7.3.5 Setting an on-delay time lag You can set as time delay for each relay, which stops the relay from switching on the moment the set point is exceeded. This controller lets you set a 0 to 2000 second time delay before the relay activates. SETUP HOLD 1) Follow directions in 7.3.1 to enter Control...
7.3.6 Setting an off-delay time lag You can set a time delay for each relay, which delays relay from switching off the moment the value reaches set point and hysteresis. Controller allows a timer delay from 0 to 2000 seconds time delay before deactivating. 1) Follow directions in 7.3.1 to enter Control Relay SETUP mode.
Configuration (ConF) sub-function The options available in this sub-function allows the controller to be configured as a pH or ORP controller. 7.4.1 Entering Configuration sub-function 1) Enter Advanced Set-up mode. Press the ENTER key. 2) Press Δ or ∇ keys to scroll until upper display shows “ConF”. SETUP ConF HOLD...
7.4.2 Selecting pH or ORP mV measurement Besides selecting the controller to function as a pH or ORP (mV) controller, it also allows the selection of the type of input: symmetrical or asymmetrical. Symmetrical mode is used in conjunction with a potential matching pin – in an electrically noisy environment.
Calibration (CAL) sub-function The calibration procedure in Advanced Set-up mode is identical to the procedure in the Calibration mode. The only difference is that controller will revert back to Set-up mode (instead of Measurement mode) after calibration is completed. 7.5.1 Entering Calibration mode from Advanced Set-up mode 1) Enter Advanced Set-up mode.
ACCESSORIES Eutech Instruments Product Description Order Code Ryton-body pH Combi Electrode with 5 m cable with ECARTSO05B BNC Connector (No ATC). Ryton-body pH Combi Electrode with 5 m cable with ECARHTTSO05B BNC Connector (No ATC). Ryton-body pH Combi Electrode with 5 m cable with ECARGTSO05B BNC &...
10 GENERAL INFORMATION 10.1 Warranty Thermo Scientific warrants this product to be free from significant deviations in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If repair is necessary and has not been the result of abuse or misuse within the warranty period, please return by freight pre-paid and amendment will be made without any charge.
11 APPENDICES 11.1 Appendix 1 Before opening the unit, ENSURE that the power cable is physically separated from the power supply. Jumper Positions - Internal to the controller JP 1 Selects the input voltage 220 VAC. JP 2 Selects the input voltage 110 VAC. JP 3 Solder bridge selects between Pt100 and Pt1000.
11.2 Appendix 2 The following table shows the various pH values at different temperature of the solution during calibration. Temperature pH 9.18 pH 10.01 pH 1.68 pH 4.01 pH 6.86 pH 7.00 (oxalate) (phthalate) (tetraoxalate) (neutral (tetra borate ) (carbonate) phosphate) 1.67 4.01...
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