AMU Powercon

Version 5.30 and higher

Operator’s Manual

A-96.250.331 / 190313
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Title: Monitor AMU Powercon Operator’s Manual

ID: A-96.250.331

Revision Issue

00 Sept. 2006 First Edition

01 March 2013 Update to FW Release 5.30.

Quality Assurance procedure added.

© 2013, SWAN ANALYTISCHE INSTRUMENTE AG, Switzerland, all rights reserved

subject to change without notice.

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1. Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1. Warning Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2. General Safety Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2. Product Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.1. Description of the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2. Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.3. Single Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.3.1 Swansensor UP-Con1000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.3.2 Flow Cells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.1. Installation Checklist Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.2. Mounting of the Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.3. Install the Flow Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.4. Connecting Sample Inlet and Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.4.1 Swagelok Fitting Stainless Steel at Sample Inlet . . . . . 19
3.4.2 FEP Tube at Sample Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.5. Install the Conductivity Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.6. Install the Cation Exchanger Bottle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.7. Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.8. Connection Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.9. Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.10. Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.11. Flow Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.12. Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.13. Relay Contacts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.13.1 Alarm Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.13.2 Relay 1 and 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.14. Signal Output 1 and 2 (current outputs). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.15. Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.15.1 RS232 Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.15.2 Profibus (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.15.3 Modbus (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4. Instrument Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.1. Establish sample flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.2. Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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5. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.1. Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.2. Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.3. Software Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.4. Changing Parameters and values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
6. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
6.1. Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
6.2. Stop of Operation for Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
6.3. Maintenance of the Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.3.1 Remove the Sensor form the Flow Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.3.2 Install the Sensor into the Flow Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.4. Changing the Ion Exchanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
6.5. Changing the inlet filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
6.6. Quality Assurance of the Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6.6.1 Activate SWAN Quality assurance procedure . . . . . . . 40
6.6.2 Pre-test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
6.6.3 Connect the sample lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
6.6.4 Carry out comparison measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
6.6.5 Completion of the measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
6.7. Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
6.8. Longer Stop of Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
7. Error List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
8. Program Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
8.1. Messages (Main Menu 1). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
8.2. Diagnostics (Main Menu 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
8.3. Maintenance (Main Menu 3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
8.4. Operation (Main Menu 4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
8.5. Installation (Main Menu 5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
9. Program List and Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
1 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
2 Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
3 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
5 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
10. Material Safety Data sheets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
10.1. Cation Exchanger Resin SWAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

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11. Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

12. Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
13. Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

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Safety Instructions

AMU Powercon - Operator’s Manual

This document describes the main steps for instrument setup, oper-
ation and maintenance.

1. Safety Instructions
General The instructions included in this section explain the potential risks
associated with instrument operation and provide important safety
practices designed to minimize these risks.
If you carefully follow the information contained in this section, you
can protect yourself from hazards and create a safer work environ-
ment.
More safety instructions are given throughout this manual, at the
respective locations where observation is most important.
Strictly follow all safety instructions in this publication.
Target Operator: Qualified person who uses the equipment
audience for its intended purpose.
Instrument operation requires thorough knowledge of applications,
instrument functions and software program as well as all applicable
safety rules and regulations.
OM Location The AMU Operator’s Manual shall be kept in proximity of the instru-
ment.
Qualification, To be qualified for instrument installation and operation, you must:
Training  read and understand the instructions in this manual as well as
the Material Safety Data Sheets.
 know the relevant safety rules and regulations.

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1.1. Warning Notices

The symbols used for safety-related notices have the following sig-
nificance:

DANGER

Severe injuries or death will result if such warnings are ignored.

 Follow the prevention instructions carefully.

WARNING

Severe injuries or damage to the equipment can occur if such

warnings are ignored.
 Follow the prevention instructions carefully.

CAUTION

Damage to the equipment, minor injury, malfunctions or incor-

rect process can be the consequence if such warnings are ig-
nored.
 Follow the prevention instructions carefully.

Mandatory The importance of the mandatory signs in this manual.

Signs
Safety goggles

Safety gloves

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Warning Signs The importance of the warning signs in this manual.

Electrical shock hazard

Corrosive

Harmful to health

Flammable

Warning general

Attention general

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1.2. General Safety Regulations

Legal The user is responsible for proper system operation.
Requirements All precautions must be followed to ensure safe operation
of the instrument.
Spare Parts Use only official SWAN spare parts and disposables. If other parts
and are used during the normal warranty period, the manufacturer’s
Disposables warranty is voided.
Modifications Modifications and instrument upgrades shall only be carried out by
an authorized Service Technician. SWAN will not accept responsi-
bility for any claim resulting from unauthorized modification or alter-
ation.
WARNING

Risk of Electrical Shock

If proper operation is no longer possible, the instrument must be
disconnected from all power lines, and measures must be taken
to prevent inadvertent operation.
 To prevent from electrical shock, always make sure that the
ground wire is connected.
 Service shall be performed by authorized personnel only.

WARNING

For safe instrument installation and operation you must read

and understand the instructions in this manual.

WARNING

Only SWAN trained and authorized personnel shall perform the

tasks described in this document.

Download The current Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for the Reagents
MSDS listed below are available for downloading at www.swan.ch.

Product name: Cation Exchange Resin

Catalogue number: A-82.841.030 and A-82.841.031

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Product Description

2. Product Description

2.1. Description of the System

This instrument is applicable for the measurement of conductivity in
high purity water applications.
The AMU Powercon specific measures the specific (total) conduc-
tivity or the acid (cation) conductivity of a sample. For the measure-
ment of the acid conductivity a cation exchanger bottle is
necessary.
The transmitter can be used with a two-electrode conductivity sen-
sor with an integrated Pt1000 temperature sensor, e.g. Swansen-
sor UP-Con1000.
Application The conductivity is a parameter for the total quantity of ions present
range in the solution. It can be used for the controlling of:
 the condition of waters
 water purification
 water hardness
 completeness of ion analysis

Special Specific temperature compensation curves for specific conductivity

Features measurement. For more information see: Influence of Tempera-
ture on Electrical Conductivity, PPChem (2012).
 none
 Coefficient
 Neutral salts
 High-purity water
 Strong acids
 Strong bases
 Ammonia
 Morpholine
 Ethalomines

Temperature Alarm if the transmitter temperature is higher than +65 °C

monitoring or lower than 0 °C.

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Safety No data loss after power failure. All data is saved in non-volatile
Features memory.
Over voltage protection of in- and outputs.
Galvanic separation of measuring inputs and signal outputs.
Alarm Relay One potential free contact for summary alarm indication for pro-
grammable alarm values and instrument faults.
Maximum load: 100 mA / 50 V
Input One input for potential-free contact to freeze the measuring value
or to interrupt control in automated installations. Programmable as
HOLD or OFF function.
Relays Two potential-free contacts programmable as
 limit switches for measuring values
 controllers
 timer for system cleaning with automatic hold function
Maximum load: 100 mA / 50 V
Signal Two signal outputs programmable for measured values (freely scal-
Outputs able, linear, bilinear, log) or as continuous control output (control
parameters programmable).
Current loop: 0/4–20 mA
Maximal burden: 510 
Control Relays or current outputs programmable for 1 or 2 pulse dosing
Function pumps, solenoid valves or for one motor valve.
Programmable P, PI, PID or PD control parameters.
Communica- Optional RS485 interface with Fieldbus protocol PROFIBUS DP or
tion interface Modbus, galvanically separated.

Serial Interface RS232 for data logger download to PC with Microsoft HyperTermi-
nal and for transmitter firmware updates.

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Product Description

Measuring When a voltage is set between two electrodes in an electrolyte so-

principle lution, the result is an electric field which exerts force on the
charged ions: the positively charged cations move towards the neg-
ative electrode (cathode) and the negatively charged anions to-
wards the positive electrode (anode). The ions, by way of capture
or release of electrons at the electrodes, are discharged and so a
current flows through this cycle and the Ohms law V = I×R applies.
From the total resistance R of the current loop, only the resistance
of the electrolyte solution, respectively its conductivity1/R, is of in-
terest.
Measuring unit is S/cm or S/m.
Temperature The mobility of ions in water increase with increasing temperature.
compensation This effect enlarges the conductivity with higher temperature.
Therefore, the temperature is measured simultaneous by an inte-
grated Pt1000 temperature sensor. Several temperature compen-
sation curves, designed for different water compositions, can be
chosen.
After cation exchanger (cation conductivity), the temperature com-
pensation curve strong acids has to be set.
For more information see: Influence of Temperature on Electrical
Conductivity, PPChem (2012).
Standard The displayed conductivity value is compensated to 25°C standard
Temperature temperature

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2.2. Technical Data

The AMU measuring and control transmitter is used for panel in-
stallation. It has connections for a two-electrode conductivity sen-
sor with a built-in Pt1000 temperature probe, e.g. Swansensor
UP-Con1000, and for a digital sample flow meter.

General Electronics housing: Noryl® resin.

Protection degree: IP54 (front)
Ambient temperature: - 10 to + 50 °C
Humidity: 10–90% rel., non condensing
Display: backlit LCD, 75 x 45 mm
Dimensions: 96x96x119 mm (DIN 43700)
Weight: 0.45 kg

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Power Supply Voltage: 100–240 VAC (± 10%)

50/60 Hz (± 5%)
or 24 VDC (± 15%)
Power consumption: max. 8 VA
Measuring Measuring range Resolution
Range 0.005 to 0.999 s/cm 0.001 s/cm
1.00 to 9.99 s/cm 0.01 s/cm
10.0 to 99.9 s/cm 0.1 s/cm
100 to 1000 s/cm 1 s/cm
1.00 to 2.99 mS/cm 0.01 mS/cm
3.0 to 9.9 mS/cm 0.1 mS/cm
10 to 30 mS/cm 1 mS/cm

Automatic range switching. Values for the cell constant

0.0415 cm-1 (Swansensor UP-Con1000).
Accuracy ±1 % of measured value ± 1 digit
Temperature  none
compensation  Coefficient
 Neutral salts
 High-purity water
 Strong acids
 Strong bases
 Ammonia
 Ethanolamine
 Morpholine

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2.3. Single Components

2.3.1 Swansensor UP-Con1000
The Swansensor UP-Con1000 is a 2-electrode conductivity sensor
for the continuous measurement of specific and acid conductivity
with a built-in temperature sensor.

29 Ø 30

76

40

Ø 12.7

3
Ø 24
/4” NPT

Specifications Measuring range: 0.055–1000 μS/cm

UP-Con1000 Operating conditions:
Continuous Temperature: 100 °C at 6.5 bar
Max. temperature: 120 °C at 6.5 bar
Pressure: max. 30 bar at 25 °C
Accuracy (at 25 °C): ± 1% or 0.001 S/cm
whichever is greater
Temperature sensor: Pt1000
Cell constant: ~ 0.04 cm-1
Sensor  SWAN slot-lock for quick release in suitable flow cells
mounting  3/4” NPT thread

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2.3.2 Flow Cells

The following flow cells can be used:
For a slot-lock sensor:
 B-Flow UP-Con-SL.
 Q-Flow UP-Con-SL with integrated flow sensor.
 QV-Flow UP-Con-SL with integrated flow sensor and flow
regulating valve.
 Catconplus-SL with a built-in cation exchanger and flow regu-
lating valve and flow measurement.

For a 3/4” NPT thread UP-Con1000 sensor:

 B-Flow UP-Con.
 Q-Flow UP-Con with integrated flow sensor.
 QV-Flow UP-Con with integrated flow sensor and flow regu-
lating valve.

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3. Installation

3.1. Installation Checklist Monitors

Check  Instrument’s specification must conform to your AC power

ratings.
 Do not turn on power until instructed to do so.

Installation  The transmitter is intended for rack mounting. Dimensions see

Dimensions of AMU Transmitter, p. 16

Electrical wir-  Connect all external devices like limit switches and current
ing loops see Sensor, p. 24.
 Connect power cord; do not switch on power yet!

Power-up  Open sample flow and wait until flow cell is completely filled.
 Switch on power.
 Adjust sample flow.

Instrument Program all sensor parameters see Sensor parameters, p. 28

setup  Program the required temperature compensation.
 Program all parameters for external devices (interface,
recorders, etc.).
 Program all parameters for instrument operation (limits,
alarms).

Run-in period  If the conductivity value of the sample is very low, the sensor
might need some time until the correct reading is displayed

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3.2. Mounting of the Transmitter

Dimensions of
AMU
Transmitter
89.8

96
89.8

96 112

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3.3. Install the Flow Cell

Example 1
B-Flow The Flow cell B-Flow UP-CON-SL is used for continuous conductiv-
UP-CON-SL ity measurements in water.

46
161 85

35

45

28 72

Technical Data  Flow cell made of stainless steel SS316L.

 Insert for sensor with patented SWAN slotlock adapter for quick
sensor release.
 Operating temperature: up to +130 °C
 Operating pressure: max. 10 bar at +130 °C
 Process connections at inlet and outlet
 2 x 1/8“ female ISO tapered thread
Installation The maximal recommended cable length is 15 m, select the instal-
lation location accordingly. The flow cell must be aligned in exactly
vertical position.

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Example 2
Catcon+ SL The Flow cell Catcon+ SL is used for the measurement of the acid
(cation) conductivity. Only one sensor can be used together with
the AMU Powercon. Therefore the left hand bore has to be closed
wit a blind plug.

62
5.3

38

361

235

Sample  Temperature: up to 50 °C
conditions  Inlet pressure: 0.2 to 2 bar
 Outlet pressure: ambient pressure
 Sample flow: 5 to 20 L/h
Sample  Inlet: ¼" Swagelok tube adapter (SS)
connection  Outlet: 8/6 mm Serto tube adapter (PVDF)
Installation The maximal recommended cable length is 15 m, select the instal-
lation location accordingly. The flow cell must be aligned in exactly
vertical position.

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3.4. Connecting Sample Inlet and Outlet

3.4.1 Swagelok Fitting Stainless Steel at Sample Inlet
Preparation Cut the tube to length and deburr it. The tube must be straight and
free from blemishes for approximately 1,5 x tube diameter from the
end.
Lubrication with lubricating oil, MoS2, Teflon etc. is recommended
for the assembly and reassembly of bigger sized unions (thread,
compression cone).
Installation 1 Insert the back ferrule [C] and the front ferrule [D] into the union
nut [B].
2 Screw on the union nut onto the body, do not tighten it.
3 Push the stainless steel pipe through the union nut as far as it
reaches the stop of the body.
4 Mark the nut at the 6 o’clock position.
5 While holding the fitting body steady, tighten the nut one and
one-quarter turns to the 9 o’clock position.
A B C D E

12 F
9

3
6

A Stainless steel tube D Front ferrule

B Union nut E Body
C Back ferrule F Tightened connection

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3.4.2 FEP Tube at Sample Outlet

FEP flexible tube 6 mm for AMU Powercon Acid.

A A Ellbow union
B Compression ferrule
C Knurled nut
B D Flexible tube

D
Connect the tube to the serto elbow union and Insert it into an at-
mospheric drain of sufficient capacity.
Max. tube length is 1.5 m. Do not connect longer tubes.

3.5. Install the Conductivity Sensor

A Blind plug
B Locking pin locked
C Locking screw closed
D Flow cell
E E Alignment marks
F Conductivity sensor
F G Locking pin unlocked
A G H Locking screw open
B
E
C
H

1 Make sure that the locking mechanism is in unlocked position

(locking pin in position [G] and security screw in position [H]).
2 Put the sensor into the flow cell with the alignment marks [E] in
line.
3 Turn the locking screw with a 5 mm allen key clockwise 180°.
The locking pin moves up in lock position.

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3.6. Install the Cation Exchanger Bottle

Note: This chapter is only applicable for AMU Powercon Acid.
Cation ex- The bottle containing the cation exchanger is delivered, but not in-
changer bottle stalled into the flow cell. For transport, an empty bottle is installed.
A Flow cell
B Bottle holder
A C Cation exchanger bottle
D Inlet filter holder
E Empty bottle
B
C
D

Install cation Install the cation exchanger bottle as follows:

exchanger
bottle 1 Unscrew and remove the empty bottle [E] from the bottle holder
[B].
2 Fill high purity water into the cation exchanger bottle [C], until
the water level in the bottle reaches the beginning of the thread.
3 Carefully, without spilling water, push the cation exchanger bot-
tle over the inlet filter holder [D] into the bottle holder [B].
4 Screw the cation exchanger bottle into the bottle holder.
Do not tighten the bottle too firmly, this could damage the
gasket.

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3.7. Electrical Connections

3.8. Connection Diagram

CAUTION

Use only the terminals shown in this diagram, and only for the
mentioned purpose. Use of any other terminals will cause short
circuits with possible corresponding consequences to material
and personnel.

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Rear view AMU

Transmitter

24
23
22
21
20
19

L N
(+) (-)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 RS232

RON OFF A/PB B/PB

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3.9. Power supply

CAUTION

Do not apply power to the transmitter until all electrical connec-

tions are made.

A Power supply connector

B Phase conductor
C Neutral conductor
A

B
C

Installation The installation must meet the following requirements:

requirements  Mains cable to comply with standards IEC 60227 or IEC
 60245; flammable rating FV1
 Mains equipped with an external switch or circuit-breaker
– near the instrument
– easily accessible to the operator
– marked as interrupter for AMU Powercon

3.10. Sensor
Connect the sensor UP-Con 1000 according to the connection dia-
gram to the AMU transmitter, see Connection Diagram, p. 22.
Sensor settings see Programming, p. 28.

3.11. Flow Meter

Connect the flow meter (if any) according to the connection dia-
gram to the AMU transmitter, see Connection Diagram, p. 22.

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3.12. Input
Note: Use only potential-free (dry) contacts.
Terminals 10/11
For programming see Program Overview, p. 50.

3.13. Relay Contacts

3.13.1 Alarm Relay
Note: Max. load 100 mA/50 V
Alarm output for system errors. Error codes see Error List, p. 47.
Terminals Description
NC 5/6 Opened during normal operation.
Normally Closed on error and loss of power.
Closed
NO 5/6 Closed during normal operation.
Normally Opened on error and loss of power.
Open

3.13.2 Relay 1 and 2

Note: Max. load 100 mA/50 V
Relay 1: Terminals 1/2
Relay 2: Terminals 3/4
For programming see Program Overview, p. 50, Menu Installation
For more information about control and control devices see Pro-
gram List and Explanations, p. 55.

3.14. Signal Output 1 and 2 (current outputs)

Note: Max. burden 510 
If signals are sent to two different receivers, use signal isolator
(loop isolator).
Signal output 1: Terminals 13 (+) and 12 (-)
Signal output 2: Terminals 14 (+) and 12 (-)
For programming see Program Overview, p. 50, Menu Installation

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3.15. Interfaces
3.15.1 RS232 Interface
The interface RS232 is on the backside of the AMU transmitter.

The AMU Interface RS232 PCB is used for Logger down load and
Firmware up load. For detailed information see the corresponding
manual “AMU RS232 Interface”.

3.15.2 Profibus (optional)

To connect several instruments by means of a network or to config-

ure a PROFIBUS DP connection, consult the PROFIBUS manual.
Use appropriate network cable.

Note: The switch must be ON, if only one instrument is

installed, or on the last instrument in the bus

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3.15.3 Modbus (optional)

To connect several instruments by means of a network consult the

MODBUS manual. Use appropriate network cable.

Note: The switch must be ON, if only one instrument is

installed, or on the last instrument in the bus

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Instrument Setup

4. Instrument Setup
After the instrument and its components are installed according to
the previous instructions, connect the power cord. Do not switch on
power, yet!

4.1. Establish sample flow

1 Open flow regulating valve.
2 Wait until the flow cell has been completely filled.
3 Switch on power.
4 Adjust the sample flow to 5 - 10 l/h.
5 Let the instrument run-in for 1 h.
 This recommendation is valid for rinsed cation exchanger
resin (nuclear grade) delivered by Swan.
Not rinsed cation exchanger resin from other suppliers, can
take a run-in period of several hours to several days.

4.2. Programming
Sensor Program all sensor parameters in Menu 5.1.2
parameters <Installation> <Sensors> <Sensor parameters>:

The sensor characteristics are printed on the label of each sensor.

87-344.203 UP-Con1000SL Sensor type
SW-xx-xx-xx ZK = 0.0417 Cell constant
SWAN AG DT = 0.06 °C Temperature correction

Enter the:
 Cell constant [cm-1]
 Temperature correction [°C]
 Cable length
 Temperature compensation: The default setting for sensor 1
(specific conductivity) is ammonia.

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Measuring unit Menu 5.1.2.4

Set the <Measuring unit> according to your requirements:
 S/cm
 S/m
External Program all parameters for external devices (interface, recorders,
devices etc.) See program list and explanations 5.2 Signal Outputs, p. 60
and 4.2 Relay Contacts, p. 58.
Limits Alarms Program all parameters for instrument operation (limits, alarms).
See program list and explanations 4.2 Relay Contacts, p. 58.

Temp. Menu 5.1.3

Compensation Choose between:
 none
 Coefficient
 Neutral salts
 High-purity water
 Strong acids
 Strong bases
 Ammonia, Ethanolamine
 Morpholine

Quality Menu 5.1.4

Assurance Set the Level according to your requirements, details see Quality
Assurance of the Instrument, p. 39.

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Operation

5. Operation

5.1. Keys

A B C D

Exit Enter

A to exit a menu or command (rejecting any changes)

to move back to the previous menu level
B to move DOWN in a menu list and to decrease digits
C to move UP in a menu list and to increase digits
D to open a selected sub-menu
to accept an entry

Program
RUN 14:10:45 Main Menu 1
Access, Exit Enter
R1 Messages
Diagnostics
R2
0.178 S Maintenance
Exit Operation
9 l/h 25.4°C Installation

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5.2. Display

A B C D

RUN 15:20:18

R1

R2
0.178 µS E

H 9.5 l/h 21.8°C F

G

A RUN normal operation

HOLD input closed or cal delay: Instrument on hold (shows
status of signal outputs).
OFF input closed: control/limit is interrupted (shows status
of signal outputs).
B ERROR Error Fatal Error
C Keys locked, transmitter control via Profibus
D Time
E Process values
F Sample temperature
G Sample flow
H Relay status

Relay status, symbols

upper/lower limit not yet reached
upper/lower limit reached
control upw./downw. no action
control upw./downw. active, dark bar indicates control intensity

motor valve closed

motor valve: open, dark bar indicates approx. position
timer
timer: timing active (hand rotating)

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5.3. Software Structure

Main Menu 1
Messages
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Operation
Installation

Menu Messages 1
Messages 1.1
Pending Errors Reveals pending errors as well as an event history
Message List (time and state of events that have occurred at an
earlier point of time).
It contains user relevant data.

Menu Diagnostics 2
Diagnostics 2.1
Identification Provides user relevant instrument and sample data.
Sensors
Sample
I/O State
Interface

Menu Maintenance 3
Maintenance 3.1
Calibration For instrument calibration, relay and signal output
Simulation simulation, and to set the instrument time.
Set Time 23.11.12 16:30:00 It is used by the service personnel.

Menu Operation 4
Operation 4.1
Sensors User relevant parameters that might need to be
Relay Contacts modified during daily routine. Normally password
Logger protected and used by the process-operator.
Subset of menu 5 - Installation, but process-related.

Menu Installation 5
Installation 5.1
Sensors For initial instrument set up by SWAN authorized
Signal Outputs person, to set all instrument parameters. Can be
Relay Contacts protected by means of password.
Miscellaneous
Interface

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Operation

5.4. Changing Parameters and values

Changing The following example shows how to set the Q-Flow sensor:
parameters 1 Select the parameter you want to
Sensors 5.1.1
change.
Flow None
Sensor parameters
2 Press <Enter>
Temp. Compensation
Quality Assurance

3 Press [ ] or [ ] key to
Sensors 5.1.1
highlight the required parameter.
Flow Flow None
None
Sensor parameters 4 Press <Enter> to confirm the se-
Temp. Compensation
Q-Flow lection or <Exit> to keep the previ-
Quality Assurance ous parameter).

Sensors 5.1.1 The selected parameter is

indicated (but not saved yet).
Flow Q-Flow
Sensor parameters 5 Press <Exit>.
Temp. Compensation
Quality Assurance

Sensors 5.1.1
Yes is highlighted.
Flow Save ? Q-Flow 6 Press <Enter> to save the new pa-
Sensor Yes
parameters rameter.
Temp. Compensation
No The system reboots, the new
Quality Assurance parameter is set.

Changing 1 Select the value you want to

values Alarm Conductivity 5.3.1.1.1
change.
Alarm High 300mS
Alarm Low 0.000 S 2 Press <Enter>.
Hysteresis 1.00 S 3 Set required value with [ ] or
Delay 5 Sec
[ ] key.
4 Press <Enter> to confirm the new
Alarm Conductivity 5.3.1.1.1
value.
Alarm High 120 mS
Alarm Low 0.000 S 5 Press <Exit>.
Hysteresis 1.00 S Yes is highlighted.
Delay 5 Sec
6 Press <Enter> to save the new val-
ue.

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Maintenance

6. Maintenance
WARNING

Stop operation before maintenance.

 Stop sample flow.
 Shut off power of the instrument.

6.1. Maintenance Schedule

Monthly  Check sample flow.

 Check cation exchanger resin (if any). The resin color
changes to red/brown if exhausted.

If required  clean conductivity sensors

 Replace the inlet filter of the cation exchanger bottle (if
any).

Reagent A 1 l resin bottle, delivered by Swan lasts at 1 ppm alcalizing re-

consumption agent (pH 9.4)
 for 4 months at sample flow 10 l/h,
 respectively 5 months at sample flow 5 l/h

6.2. Stop of Operation for Maintenance

Stop sample flow.
Shut off power of the instrument.

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6.3. Maintenance of the Sensor

A Blind plug
B Locking pin locked
C Locking screw closed
D Flow cell
E Alignment marks
E
F Conductivity sensor
F G Locking pin unlocked
A G H Locking screw open
B
E
C
H

6.3.1 Remove the Sensor form the Flow Cell

To remove the sensor form the flow cell proceed as follows:

1 Press the locking pin [G] down.

2 Turn the locking screw [H] with a 5 mm allen key counterclock-
wise 180°.
The locking pin remains down.
3 Remove the sensor.
Cleaning If the sensor is slightly contaminated, clean it with soapy water and
a pipe cleaner. If the sensor is strongly contaminated, dip the tip of
the sensor into 5% hydrochloric acid for approx. 30 sec.

6.3.2 Install the Sensor into the Flow Cell

1 Make sure that the locking mechanism is in unlocked position
(locking pin in position [G] and security screw in position [H]).
2 Put the sensor into the flow cell with the alignment marks [E] in
line.
3 Turn the locking screw with a 5 mm allen key clockwise 180°.
The locking pin moves up in lock position.

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6.4. Changing the Ion Exchanger

The resin of the ion exchanger changes its color from dark violet to
brown if the capacity is exhausted. The resin should be changed
before no brown resin is left or the cation conductivity rises above
the normal value. At a concentration of 1 ppm alcalizing reagent,
one resin filling will last for roughly 4 months if sample flow is 10 l/h,
or 5 months if sample flow is 5 l/h.
without pre- A Flow cell
rinse option B Bottle holder
A C New cation exchanger
bottle
D Inlet filter holder
B E Exhausted cation
C exchanger bottle
D

1 Stop sample flow.

2 Slightly squeeze the exhausted cation exchanger bottle [E] be-
fore removing.
 Thus no water will spill out of the flow cell when loosening
the bottle.
3 Unscrew and carefully remove the exhausted cation exchanger
bottle [E].
4 Fill high purity water into the new cation exchanger bottle [C],
until the water level in the bottle reaches the beginning of the
thread.
5 Carefully, without spilling water, push the cation exchanger bot-
tle over the inlet filter holder [D] into the bottle holder [B].
6 Screw the cation exchanger bottle into the bottle holder.
Do not tighten the bottle too firmly, this could damage the
gasket.

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7 Open and adjust the sample flow.

8 Pre-rinse the new cation exchanger resin until the display
shows stable measuring values.

Operation time 1 liter Swan resin

This graphic shows the average exhaust time (flow 6 l/h) and must
be verified by the user.
Days
700

600

500

400

300

200

100

0 pH
8.8 9.0 9.2 9.4 9.6 9.8 10.0 10.2

Cation conductivity.
Operational days for 1 l of cation exchange resin with an exchange
capacity of 1.8 eq/l.
Flow rate 6 l/h alkalization with ammonia. (safety margin of 15%
subtracted).

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6.5. Changing the inlet filter

The inlet filter of the cation exchanger prevents the resin from en-
tering the flow cell. It is located in the inlet filter holder [B].
A Bottle holder
A B Inlet filter holder
C Allen screws
D Inlet filter

1 Stop sample flow.

2 Slightly squeeze the cation exchanger bottle [E] before remov-
ing.
 Thus no water will spill out of the flow cell when loosening
the bottle.
3 Unscrew and carefully remove the cation exchanger bottle.
4 For better access to the allen screws [C] unscrew and remove
the filter holder [B] from the bottle holder [A].
5 Loosen the 4 allen screws with a 1.5 mm allen key.
6 Carefully remove the inlet filter [D] with a screw driver no.0 from
the inlet filter holder.
7 Insert a new inlet filter.
8 Tighten the 4 allen screws slightly.
9 Screw the cation exchanger bottle into the bottle holder.
Do not tighten the bottle too firmly, this could damage the
gasket.

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6.6. Quality Assurance of the Instrument

Every SWAN on-line instrument is equipped with integrated, au-
tonom quality assurance functions to survey the plausibility of each
measurement.
For AMU Powercon Specific and AMU Powercon Acid these are:
 continuous monitoring of sample flow
 continuous monitoring of the temperature inside the transmit-
ter case
 periodic accuracy test with ultra high precision resistors
Further a manual, menu driven inspection procedure can be carried
out using a certified reference instrument. Running at the same
sampling point as an inspection equipment, the AMI Inspector Con-
ductivity, verifies the measuring results. After enabling the quality
assurance procedure, by defining the quality assurance level, the
instrument reminds the user periodically to run the procedure and
results are stored in a history for review.
Quality Central feature of the quality assurance function is the assignment
assurance of the monitored process to a Quality assurance level.
level There are three predefined levels plus a user level. Hereby the in-
spection interval, the deviation limits of temperature and measuring
result between the inspection equipment and the monitoring instru-
ment are defined.
 Level 1: Trend; Measurement used as an additional informa-
tion to follow the process indicating trends.
 Level 2: Standard; Monitoring of several parameters of a pro-
cess (e.g. oxygen, hydrazine and pH in feedwater). In case of
instrument failure, other parameters can be used for process
monitoring.
 Level 3: Crucial; Monitoring of critical processes, value is
used for control of another part or subsystem (valve, dosing
unit, etc.).
Additional level:
 Quality level 4: User; User defined inspection interval, maxi-
mal deviation of temperature and measuring result.

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max. deviation max. deviation min. inspection

Quality Level temperature [°C] a) result [%] interval
0: Off Off Off Off
1: Trend 0.5 °C 10 % annual
2: Standard 0.4 °C 5% quarterly
3: Crucial 0.3 °C 5% monthly
4: User 0 - 2°C 0 - 20% annual, quarterly,
monthly

a) sample temperature must have 25°C +/- 5°C.

Procedure The standard workflow contains following procedures:

1 Activate SWAN Quality assurance procedure

2 Pre-test
3 Connect instruments
4 Carry out comparison measurement
5 Completion of the measurement

Note: The procedure should only be carried out through

qualified personnel.

6.6.1 Activate SWAN Quality assurance procedure

Enable quality assurance procedure at each instrument by select-
ing the quality level in menu 5.1.4.
The corresponding submenus are then activated.

Note: The activation is necessary the first time only.

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6.6.2 Pre-test
 Reference instrument: AMI INSPECTOR Conductivity:
– Check certificate; reference instrument certificate not older
then one year.
– Check battery; Battery of the AMI INSPECTOR
Conductivity should be completely charged. Remaining
operating time on display minimum 20 hours.
– Make sure, that both instruments are set to the same
temperature compensation.
– Sensor is in working condition
– the cell constant [ZK] and the temperature correction [DT]
written on the sensor is set in menu 5.1.2.1
 On-line instrument: Monitor AMU Powercon:
– Good order and condition; Flow cell free of particles,
Sensor surface free of deposits.
– Check message list; Review the message list in menu 1.3
and check for frequently alarms (as for example flow
alarms). If alarms occur frequently remove cause before
starting the procedure.

6.6.3 Connect the sample lines

See corresponding chapter in the manual of the process monitor
which shall be checked with a reference instrument.
The choice of sampling depends strongly on local conditions on
site. Possible sampling:
 via sample point,
 via T-fitting or
 via piggyback/downstream

Note:
• avoid ingress of air, use screwed fitting,
• sample as near as possible to the process monitor,
• wait approx. 10 minutes, whilst measurement is running, until
measurement value and temperature are stabilized.
Example As an example following picture shows the connection of the refer-
ence instrument via T-fitting to the process monitor.

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A Online flow cell D Sample inlets withe T-fitting

B AMI Inspector Conductivity E Sample outlets
C Reference flow cell

1 Stop sample flow to the online flow cell [A] by closing the appro-
priate valve, e.g. back pressure regulator, sample preparation
or flow regulating valve at flow cell.
2 Connect sample line of the online flow cell [A] with the sample
inlet of the reference instrument AMI INSPECTOR Conductivity.
Use the supplied tube, made of FEP.
3 Connect sample outlet of the reference instrument
AMI INSPECTOR Conductivity to the sample outlet of the on-
line flow cell.
4 Switch on AMI INSPECTOR Conductivity. Open the flow regu-
lating valve and regulate the sample flow to 10 l/h. The actual
flow is shown on the transmitter.

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6.6.4 Carry out comparison measurement

The comparison measurement is menu driven. Start by selecting
Quality assurance in menu 3.4 of the AMU Powercon transmitter.

1 Navigate to menu Maintenance /Calibration.

2 Press [Enter].
3 Follow the dialog on the Display.
4 Carry out pre test preparations
Quality Assurance 3.4.5
Connect instruments.
- carry out preparations Regulate sample flow to 10 l/h us-
- install Inspector ing the appropriate valve.
- sample flow to 10 l/h

<Enter> to continue
5 Wait 10 minutes whilst measure-
Quality Assurance 3.4.5
ment is running.
Value Cond. 0.078 S
Press [Enter] to continue.
Value Temp. 25 C
Wait 10 Minutes

<Enter> to continue
6 Read the S value of the reference
Quality Assurance 3.4.5
Value Cond. 0.078 S
instrument and enter under “In-
Value Temp. 25 C spector.” by using the [ ] or
Inspector Cond 0.073 S [ ] keys.
Inspector Temp. 25 C
7 Press [Enter] to confirm.
<Enter> to continue
8 Read temperature value of the ref-
Quality Assurance 3.4.5
Value O2. 8.05 ppm
erence instrument and enter un-
Value Temp. 25 C der “Inspector Temp.” by using the
Inspector 8.12 ppm [ ] or [ ] keys.
Inspector Temp. 25 C
9 Press [Enter] to confirm.
<Enter> to continue
10 Press [Enter] to continue.
Quality Assurance 3.4.5
 The results are saved in QA-
Max. Dev. Cond 0.5 % History regardless if successful
Max. Dev. Temp. 0.4  or not
Dev. Cond 0.1 %
Dev. Temp. 0.16 
QA-Check succesful

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If QA-Check is not successful it is recommended to clean the sen-

sor, see Maintenance of the Sensor, p. 35.If QA-Check fails again
contact your local SWAN distributor for support.

6.6.5 Completion of the measurement

1 Stop the sample flow to the online flow cell [A] by closing the ap-
propriate valve, e.g. back pressure regulator, sample prepara-
tion or flow regulating valve at flow cell again.
2 Close flow regulating valve of the AMI Inspector.
3 Disconnect the AMI Inspector by removing the tubes and con-
nect the sample outlet of the online flow cell [A] to the sample
outlet again.
4 Start sample flow again and regulate sample flow.
5 Shutdown AMI INSPECTOR Conductivity.

For longer stop of operation see manual of AMI INSPECTOR Con-

ductivity

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6.7. Calibration
If you use a UP-Con1000 sensor it is not necessary to calibrate the
instrument.
A calibration is necessary if the cell constant of a sensor is not
known. To perform a calibration proceed as follows:

1 Stop the sample flow.

2 Navigate to menu Maintenance /Calibration.
3 Press [Enter] and follow the dialog on the Display.
4 Remove the sensor from the flow cell.
5 Clean the sensor carefully and rinse them with clean water as
described in Maintenance of the Sensor, p. 35.
6 Use a one liter beaker and fill it with one liter calibration solu-
tion.
7 Put the sensor into the beaker filled with calibration solution.
8 Wait at least 5 minutes to permit
Calibration 3.1.5
temperature equilibration between
Clean the sensor sensor and calibration solution.
and place it in
standard solution 9 Start the calibration procedure.

<Enter> to continue

Calibration 3.1.5
Sensor must have a
min. distance of 3 cm
from the beakers edge

<Enter> to continue
10 Press [Enter], to save the values if
Calibration 3.1.1
the calibration was successful.
Standard solution 1.41 mS
Current Value 10.07 S 11 Install the sensor into the flow cell.
Cell constant 0.406 cm-1

Progress

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Note: The temperature algorithm of the 1.413 mS/cm at 25 °C

calibration solution is stored in the AMU Powercon transmitter.
Provided that the calibration solution has a temperature
between 5 °C and 50 °C, and the built-in temperature sensor is
in temperature equilibrium with the solution by waiting at least
5 minutes, a correct calibration will be done (independent of the
chosen temperature compensation set in menu 5.1.3.1). During
calibration control is interrupted. The signal outputs are frozen if
hold has been programmed (menu 4.2.4.2). Otherwise the
outputs track the measuring value. Hold after calibration is
indicated by Hold in the display.

6.8. Longer Stop of Operation

1 Stop sample flow.
2 Slightly squeeze the ion exchanger bottle.
 Thus no water will spill out of the flow cell when loosening
the bottle.
3 Unscrew and carefully remove the ion exchanger bottle with the
exhausted resin.
4 Close the ion exchanger bottle with the screw cover and store it
in a frost-protected room.
5 Screw on an empty bottle.
6 Shut off power of the instrument.

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Error List

7. Error List
Error
Non-fatal Error. Indicates an alarm if a programmed value is ex-
ceeded.
Such Errors are marked E0xx (bold and black).
Fatal Error (blinking symbol)
Control of dosing devices is interrupted.
The indicated measured values are possibly incorrect.
Fatal Errors are divided in the following two categories:
 Errors which disappear if correct measuring conditions are re-
covered (i.e. Sample Flow low).
Such Errors are marked E0xx (bold and orange)
 Errors which indicate a hardware failure of the instrument.
Such Errors are marked E0xx (bold and red)

HOLD 14:10:45 Error or fatal Error

R1 Error not yet acknowledged.
7.04 ppm
Check Pending Errors 1.1.5 * and
R2
take corrective action.
8 l/h 25.4°C Press [ENTER].

Main Menu 1 Navigate to menu Messages.

Messages Press [ENTER].
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Operation
Installation

Messages 1.1 Navigate to menu Pending Errors.

Pending Errors Press [ENTER].
Maintenance List
Message List

Pending Errors 1.1.5 Press [ENTER] to acknowledge the

Error Code E002 Pending Errors. The Error is reset and
saved in the Message List.
Alarm low
* Menu numbers see
<Enter> to Acknowledge
Program Overview, p. 50

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Error List

Error Description Corrective action

E001 Cond. Alarm high – check process
– check programmed value, see 5.3.1.1,
p. 64
E002 Cond. Alarm low – check process
– check programmed value, see 5.3.1.1,
p. 64
E007 Sample Temp. high – check process
– check programmed value, see 5.3.1.3,
p. 65
E008 Sample Temp. low – check process
– check programmed value, see 5.3.1.3,
p. 65
E009 Sample Flow high – check sample inlet pressure
– check programmed value, see
5.3.1.2.2, p. 65
E010 Sample Flow low – check sample inlet pressure
– Check flow regulating valve
– check programmed value, see
5.3.1.2.35, p. 65
E011 Temp. shorted – Check wiring of the sensor

E012 Temp. disconnected – Check wiring of the sensor

E013 Case Temp. high – check case/environment temperature

– check programmed value, see 5.3.1.4,
p. 65
E014 Case Temp. low – check case/environment temperature
– check programmed value, see 5.3.1.5,
p. 65
E017 Control time-out – Check control device or programming
in Installation, Relay contact, Relay 1/2
5.3.2/3, p. 66
E018 Quality Assurance – Check programmed values
E024 Input active – See If Fault Yes is programmed in
Menu see 5.3.4, p. 70

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Error List

Error Description Corrective action

E025 IC MK41T56 – call service

E026 IC LM75 – call service

E027 IC PCF8574 – call service

E028 EEProm Microcon – call service

E029 EEProm Motherboard – call service

E030 EEProm Frontend – call service

E031 Cal. Recout – call service

E032 Wrong Frontend – call service

E033 Power-on – none, normal status

E034 Power-down – none, normal status

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Program Overview

8. Program Overview
For explanations about each parameter of the menus see Program
List and Explanations, p. 55

 Menu 1 Messages is always accessible for everybody. No

password protection. No settings can be modified.
 Menu 2 Diagnostics is always accessible for everybody. No
password protection. No settings can be modified.
 Menu 3 Maintenance is for service: Calibration, simulation of
outputs and set time/date. Please protect with password.
 Menu 4 Operation is for the user, allowing to set limits, alarm
values, etc. The presetting is done in the menu Installation
(only for the System engineer). Please protect with password.
 Menu 5 Installation: Defining assignment of all inputs and
outputs, measuring parameters, interface, passwords, etc.
Menu for the system engineer. Password strongly recom-
mended.

8.1. Messages (Main Menu 1)

Pending Errors Pending Errors 1.1.5* * Menu numbers
1.1*
Message List Number 1.2.1*
1.2* Date, Time

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8.2. Diagnostics (Main Menu 2)

Identification Designation AMU Powercon * Menu numbers
2.1* Version V5.30-09/12
Factory Test Instrument 2.1.3.1*
2.1.3* Motherboard
Front End
Operating Time Years / Days / Hours / Minutes / Seconds 2.1.4.1*
2.1.4*
Sensors Cond. Sensor Current value
2.2* 2.2.1* Raw value
Cell constant
Cal. History Number, Date, Time 2.2.1.5.1*
2.2.1.5*
Miscellaneous Case Temp. 2.2.2.1*
2.2.2*
Sample Sample ID 2.3.1*
2.3* Temperature
(Pt1000)
Sample Flow
Raw value
I/O State Alarm Relay 2.4.1*
2.4* Relay 1/2 2.4.2*
Input
Signal Output 1/2
Interface Protocol 2.5.1* (only with RS485
2.5* Baud rate or RS232 interface)

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8.3. Maintenance (Main Menu 3)

Calibration Follow instructions 3.1.5* *Menu numbers
3.1*
Simulation Alarm Relay 3.3.1*
3.2* Relay 1 3.3.2*
Relay 2 3.3.3*
Signal Output 1 3.3.4*
Signal Output 2 3.3.5*
Set Time (Date), (Time)
3.4*

8.4. Operation (Main Menu 4)

Sensors Filter Time Const. 4.1.1*
4.10* Hold after Cal 4.1.2*
Relay Contacts Alarm Relay Alarm Conductivity Alarm High 4.2.1.1.1*
4.2* 4.2.1* 4.2.1.1* Alarm Low 4.2.1.1.25*
Hysteresis 4.2.1.1.35*
Delay 4.2.1.1.45*
Relay 1/2 Setpoint 4.2.x.100*
4.2.2*/4.2.3* Hysteresis 4.2.x.200*
Delay 4.2.x.30*
Input Active 4.2.4.1*
4.2.4* Signal Outputs 4.2.4.2*
Output / Control 4.2.4.3*
Fault 4.2.4.4*
Delay 4.2.4.5*
Logger Log Interval 4.3.1*
4.3* Clear Logger 4.3.2* * Menu numbers

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8.5. Installation (Main Menu 5)

Sensors Flow None *Menu numbers
5.1* 5.1.1* Q-Flow
Sensor parameters Cell Constant 5.1.2.1*
5.1.2* Temp. Corr. 5.1.2.2*
Cable length 5.1.2.3*
Meas. unit 5.1.2.4
Temp.Compensation Comp. none
5.1.3* 5.1.3.1* Coefficient
Neutral salts
High-purity water
Strong acids
Strong bass
Ammonia, Etham
Morpholine
Quality Assurance Level 0: Off
5.1.4* 5.1.4.1* 1: Trend
2: Standard
3: Crucial
Signal Outputs Signal Output 1/2 Parameter 5.2.1.1/5.2.2.1*
5.2* 5.2.1/5.2.2* Current Loop 5.2.1.2/5.2.2.2*
Function 5.2.1.3/5.2.2.3*
Scaling Range Low 5.2.x.40.10/11*
5.2.x.40 Range High 5.2.x.40.20/21*
Relay Contacts Alarm Relay Alarm Conductivity Alarm High 5.3.1.1.1.1*
5.3* 5.3.1* 5.3.1.1* Alarm Low 5.3.1.1.1.25*
Hysteresis * 5.3.1.1.1.35
Delay 5.3.1.1.1.45*
Sample Flow Flow Alarm 5.3.1.2.1*
5.3.1.2* Alarm High 5.3.1.2.2
Alarm Low 5.3.1.2.35
Sample Temp. Alarm High 5.3.1.3.1*
5.3.1.3* Alarm Low 5.3.1.3.25*
Case Temp.high 5.3.1.4*
Case Temp.low 5.3.1.5*

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Relay 1/2 Function 5.3.2.1/ 5.3.3.1*

5.3.2/5.3.3* Parameter 5.3.2.20/ 5.3.3.20*
Setpoint 5.3.2.300 / 5.3.3.301*
Hysteresis 5.3.2.400/ 5.3.3.401*
Delay 5.3.2.50/ 5.3.3.50*
Input Active 5.3.4.1*
5.3.4* Signal Outputs 5.3.4.2*
Output/Control 5.3.4.3*
Fault 5.3.4.4*
Delay 5.3.4.5*
Miscellaneous Language 5.4.1*
5.4* Set defaults 5.4.2*
Load Firmware 5.4.3*
Password Messages 5.4.4.1*
5.4.4* Maintenance 5.4.4.2*
Operation 5.4.4.3*
Installation 5.4.4.4*
Sample ID 5.4.5*
Interface Protocol 5.5.1* (only with RS485
5.5* Device Address 5.5.21* or RS232 interface)
Baud Rate 5.5.31*
Parity 5.5.41* * Menu numbers

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9. Program List and Explanations

1 Messages
1.1 Pending Errors
1.1.5 Provides the list of active errors with their status (active, acknowl-
edged). If an active error is acknowledged, the alarm relay opens
again. Cleared errors are moved to the Message list.
1.2 Message List
1.2.1 Shows the error history: Error code, date / time of issue and status
(active, acknowledged, cleared). 65 errors are memorized. Then
the oldest error is cleared to save the newest error (circular buffer).

2 Diagnostics
In diagnostics mode, the values can only be viewed, not modified.
2.1 Identification
Desig.: Designation of the instrument.
Version: Firmware of instrument (e.g. V5.30-0912)
2.1.4 Factory Test: Test date of the Instrument, Motherboard and Fron-
tend
2.1.5 Operating Time: Years / Days / Hours / Minutes / Seconds
2.2 Sensors
2.2.1 Cond. Sensor
Current value in µS
Raw value in µS
Cell Constant
2.2.1.4 QA History: Review the QA values (Number, Date-Time, Deviation
Conductivity, Deviation Temperature) of the last quality assurance
procedures. Only for diagnostic purpose. Max. 65 data records are
memorized.
2.2.1.5 Cal. History: Review diagnostic values of the last calibrations.Only
for diagnostic purpose.
Number; Date, Time
Cell constant
Max. 64 data records are memorized. One process calibration
corresponds to one data record.

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2.2.2 Miscellaneous:
2.2.2.1 Case Temp: Shows the current temperature in [°C] inside the trans-
mitter.

2.3 Sample
2.3.1 Sample ID: Shows the identification assigned to a sample. This
identification is defined by the user to identify the location of the
sample.
Temperature: Shows the current sample temperature in °C.
(Pt 1000): Shows the current temperature in Ohm.
Sample Flow: Shows the current sample flow in l/h and the Raw
Value in Hz.
The Sample flow must be above 5 l/h.

2.4 I/O State

Shows current status of all in- and outputs.
2.4.1/2.4.2 Alarm Relay: Open or closed.
Relay 1/2: Open or closed.
Input: Open or closed.
Signal Output 1/2: Actual current in mA

2.5 Interface
Only available if optional interface is installed.
Review programmed communication settings.

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3 Maintenance
3.1 Calibration
Follow the commands on the screen, see Calibration, p. 45.
3.2 Simulation
To simulate a value or a relay state, select the
 alarm relay,
 relay 1/2
 signal output 1/2

with the [ ] or [ ] key.

Press the [Enter] key.
Change the value or state of the selected item with the [ ] or
[ ] key.
Press the [Enter] key.
 The value is simulated by the relay/signal output.
Alarm Relay: Open or closed.
Relay 1/2: Open or closed.
Signal Output 1/2: Actual current in mA

At the absence of any key activities, the instrument will switch back
to normal mode after 20 min. If you quit the menu, all simulated val-
ues will be reset.
3.3 Set Time
Adjust date and time.

3.3 Quality Assurance

3.4.5 Follow the commands on the screen. Save the value with the
<enter> key.

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4 Operation
4.1 Sensors
4.1.1 Filter Time Constant: Used to damp noisy signals. The higher the
filter time constant, the slower the system reacts to changes of the
measured value.
Range: 5–300 Sec
4.1.2 Hold after Cal.: Delay permitting the instrument to stabilize again af-
ter calibration. During calibration plus hold-time, the signal outputs
are frozen (held on last valid value), alarm values, limits are not ac-
tive.
Range: 0–6‘000 Sec

4.2 Relay Contacts

See Relay Contacts, p. 25
4.3 Logger
The instrument is equipped with an internal logger. The data can be
downloaded to a PC by SWAN Terminal if option “SWAN Terminal
interface” is installed.
The logger can save approx. 1500 data records. The Records con-
sists of: Date, time, alarms, measured value, measured value un-
compensated, temperature, flow.
Range: 1 Second to 1 hour
4.3.1 Log Interval: Select a convenient log interval. Consult the table be-
low to estimate the max logging time. When the logging buffer is
full, the oldest data record is erased to make room for the newest
one (circular buffer).

Interval 1s 5s 1 min 5 min 10 min 30 min 1h

Time 25 min 2h 25 h 5d 10 d 31 d 62 d

4.3.2 Clear Logger: If confirmed with yes, the complete logger data is de-
leted. A new data series is started.

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5 Installation
5.1 Sensors
5.1.1 Flow: (Only applicable when using a SWAN flow cell with flow sen-
sor)
 None
 Q-Flow
Select “Q-Flow” if the sample flow should be monitored and shown
on the display.
5.1.2 Sensor parameters
5.1.2.1 Cell Constant: Enter the cell constant printed on the sensor label.
5.1.2.2 Temp. Corr: Enter the temperature correction printed on the sensor
label.
5.1.2.3 Cable length: Enter the cable length. Set the cable length to 0.0 m if
the sensors are installed in the flow cell on the AMU monitor.
5.1.2.4 Meas. unit: Select the measuring unit as s/cm or as s/m.
5.1.3 Temp. Compensation:
5.1.3.1 Comp.: Available compensation models are:
 none
 Coefficient
 Neutral salts
 High purity water
 Strong acids
 Strong bases
 Ammonia, Eth.am.
 Morpholine
5.1.4 Quality Assurance:
5.1.4.1 Level.: Choose the quality level according to your requirements.
 0: Off; Quality Assurance is not active.
 1: Trend (details see Quality assurance level, p. 39)
 2: Standard (details see Quality assurance level, p. 39)
 3: Crucial (details see Quality assurance level, p. 39)
 4: User; edit user specific limits in menu 5.1.4.2 - 5.1.4.4

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5.2 Signal Outputs

Note: The navigation in the menu <Signal Output 1> and
<Signal Output 2> is equal. For reason of simplicity only the
menu numbers of Signal Output 1 are used in the following.
5.2.1 Signal Output 1: Assign process value, the current loop range and
a function to each signal output.
5.2.1.1 Parameter: Assign one of the process values to the signal output.
Available values:
 Conductivity
 Temperature
 Sample flow
 Cond. uc

5.2.1.2 Current Loop: Select the current range of the signal output.
Make sure the connected device works with the same current
range.
Available ranges: 0–20 mA or 4–20 mA
5.2.1.3 Function: Define if the signal output is used to transmit a process
value or to drive a control unit. Available functions are:
 Linear, bilinear or logarithmic for process values.
See As process values, p. 60
 Control upwards or control downwards for controllers.
See As control output, p. 62
As process The process value can be represented in 3 ways: linear, bilinear or
values logarithmic. See graphs below.
[mA]

20
(0 - 20 [mA])

(4 - 20 [mA])

B A
10 12

0/4 X
0.0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5

A linear X Measured value

B bilinear

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[mA]

20
(0 - 20 [mA])

(4 - 20 [mA])
10 12

0/4 X
2 4 6
1 10 100 1’000 10’000
0 1 2 3 4

X Measured value (logarithmic)

5.2.1.40 Scaling: Enter beginning and end point (Range low & high) of the
linear or logarithmic scale. In addition, the midpoint for the bilinear
scale.
Parameter Conductivity:
5.2.1.40.10 Range low: 0 S–300 mS
5.2.1.40.20 Range high: 0 S–300 mS

Parameter Temperature
5.2.1.40.11 Range low: -25 to +270 °C
5.2.1.40.21 Range high: -25 to +270 °C

Parameter Sample flow

5.2.1.40.12 Range low: 0 –50 l/h
5.2.1.40.22 Range high: 0 –50 l/h

Parameter Cond. uc:

5.2.1.40.13 Range low: 0 S–300 mS
5.2.1.40.23 Range high: 0 S–300 mS

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As control Signal outputs can be used for driving control units. We distinguish
output different kinds of controls:
 P-controller: The controller action is proportional to the devia-
tion from the setpoint. The controller is characterized by the
P-Band. In the steady-state, the setpoint will never be
reached. The deviation is called steady-state error.
Parameters: setpoint, P-Band
 PI-controller: The combination of a P-controller with an
I-controller will minimize the steady-state error. If the reset
time is set to zero, the I-controller is switched off.
Parameters: setpoint, P-Band, reset time.
 PD-controller: The combination of a P-controller with a
D-controller will minimize the response time to a fast change
of the process value. If the derivative time is set to zero, the
D-controller is switched off.
Parameters: setpoint, P-Band, derivative time.
 PID-controller: The combination of a P-, an I - and a D-con-
troller allows a proper control of the process.
Parameters: setpoint, P-Band, reset time, derivative time.
Ziegler-Nichols method for the optimization of a PID controller:
Parameters: Setpoint, P-Band, Reset time, Derivative time
Y

B A

X
a

A Response to maximum control output Xp = 1.2/a

B Tangent on the inflection point Tn = 2L
X Time Tv = L/2

The point of intersection of the tangent with the respective axis will
result in the parameters a and L.
Consult the manual of the control unit for connecting and program-
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Control upwards or downwards

Setpoint: User-defined process value for the selected parameter.
P-Band: Range below (upwards control) or above (downwards con-
trol) the set-point, within the dosing intensity is reduced from 100%
to 0% to reach the setpoint without overshooting.
5.2.1.43 Control Parameters: if Parameters = Conductivity
5.2.1.43.10 Setpoint
Range: 0 S–300 mS
5.2.1.43.20 P-Band:
Range: 0 S–300 mS
5.2.1.43 Control Parameters: if Parameters = Temperature
5.2.1.43.11 Setpoint
Range: -25 to +270 °C
5.2.1.43.21 P-Band:
Range: -25 to +270 °C
5.2.1.43 Control Parameters: if Parameters = Sample flow
5.2.1.43.12 Setpoint
Range: 0 –50 l/h
5.2.1.43.22 P-Band:
Range: 0 –50 l/h
5.2.1.43 Control Parameters: if Parameters = Cond. uc.
5.2.1.43.13 Setpoint
Range: 0 S–300 mS
5.2.1.43.23 P-Band:
Range: 0 S–300 mS
5.2.1.43.3 Reset time: The reset time is the time till the step response of a sin-
gle I-controller will reach the same value as it will be suddenly
reached by a P-controller.
Range: 0–9’000 sec
5.2.1.43.4 Derivative time: The derivative time is the time till the ramp re-
sponse of a single P-controller will reach the same value as it will
be suddenly reached by a D-controller.
Range: 0–9’000 sec
5.2.1.43.5 Control timeout: If a controller action (dosing intensity) is constantly
over 90% during a defined period of time and the process value
does not come closer to the setpoint, the dosing process will be
stopped for safety reasons.
Range: 0–720 min

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5.3 Relay Contacts

5.3.1 Alarm Relay: The alarm relay is used as cumulative error indicator.
Under normal operating conditions the contact is open.
The contact closes upon:
 Power loss
 Detection of system faults like defective sensors or electronic
parts
 High case temperature
 Process values out of programmed ranges.

Note: Above definition assumes that the alarm relay is used as

normally closed (Terminals 5 and 6). If the alarm relay is used
as normally open, then the above definition is inverted. See also
Alarm Relay, p. 25.
Program alarm levels, hysteresis values and delay times for the fol-
lowing parameters:
 Alarm Conductivity
 Sample Flow
 Sample Temp.
 Case Temp. high
 Case Temp. low
5.3.1.1 Alarm Conductivity
5.3.1.1.1 Alarm High: If the measured value rises above the alarm high val-
ue, the alarm relay is activated and E001, is displayed in the mes-
sage list.
Range: 0 S–300 mS
5.3.1.1.25 Alarm Low: If the measured value falls below the alarm low value,
the alarm relay is activated and E002 is displayed in the message
list.
Range: 0 S–300 mS
5.3.1.1.35 Hysteresis: Within the hyst. range, the relay does not switch. This
prevents damage of relays contacts when the measured value fluc-
tuates around the alarm value.
Range. 0 S–300 mS
5.3.1.1.45 Delay: Duration, the activation of the alarm relay is retarded after
the measuring value has risen above/fallen below the programmed
alarm.
Range: 0–28‘800 Sec

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5.3.1.2 Sample Flow: Define at which sample flow an alarm should be is-
sued.
5.3.1.2.1 Flow Alarm: Program if the alarm relay should be activated if there
is a flow alarm. Choose between yes or no. The flow alarm will
always be indicated in the display, pending error list, saved in the
message list and the logger.
Available values: Yes or no

Note: Sufficient flow is essential for a correct measurement.

We recommend to program yes.
5.3.1.2.2 Alarm High: If the measuring values rises above the programmed
value E009 will be issued.
Range: 9–20 l/h
5.3.1.2.35 Alarm Low: If the measuring values falls below the programmed
value E010 will be issued.
Range: 5–8 l/h
5.3.1.3 Sample Temp.
5.3.1.3.1 Alarm High: If the measured value rises above the alarm high val-
ue, the alarm relay is activated and E007, is displayed in the mes-
sage list.
Range: 30–200 °C
5.3.1.3.25 Alarm Low: If the measured value falls below the alarm low value,
the alarm relay is activated and E008 is displayed in the message
list.
Range: -10 to + 20 °C
5.3.1.4 Case Temp. high: Set the alarm high value for temperature of elec-
tronics housing. If the value rises above the programmed value
E013 is issued.
Range: 30–75 °C
5.3.1.5 Case Temp. low: Set the alarm low value for temperature of elec-
tronics housing. If the value falls below the programmed value
E014 is issued.
Range: -10 to +20 °C

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5.3.2/3 Relay 1/2: The function of relay contacts 1 or 2 is defined by the

user.

Note: The navigation in the menu <Relay 1> and <Relay 2> is
equal. For reason of simplicity only the menu numbers of
Relay 1 are used in the following.
1 First select the functions as:
- Limit upper/lower,
- Control upwards/downwards,
- Timer
- Fieldbus
2 Then enter the necessary data depending on the selected func-
tion. The same values may also be entered in menu 4.2 Relay
Contacts, p. 58
5.3.2.1 Function = Limit upper/lower:
When the relays are used as upper or lower limit switches, program
the following:
5.3.2.20 Parameter: select a process value
5.3.2.300 Setpoint: If the measured value rises above respectively falls below
the set-point, the relay is activated.
Parameter Range
Conductivity 0 S–300 mS
Temperature -25 to +270 °C
Sample flow 0–50 l/h
Cond. uc 0 S–300 mS

5.3.2.400 Hysteresis: within the hysteresis range, the relay does not switch.
This prevents damage of relay contacts when the measured value
fluctuates around the alarm value.
Parameter Range
Conductivity 0 S–300 mS
Temperature -25 to +270 °C
Sample flow 0–50 l/h
Cond. uc 0 S–300 mS

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5.3.2.50 Delay: Duration, the activation of the alarm relay is retarded after
the measuring value has risen above/fallen below the programmed
alarm.
Range. 0–600 Sec
5.3.2.1 Function = Control upwards/downwards:
The relays may be used to drive control units such as solenoid
valves, membrane dosing pumps or motor valves. When driving a
motor valve both relays are needed, relay 1 to open and relay 2 to
close the valve.
5.3.2.22 Parameter: Choose on of the following process values.
 Conductivity)
 Temperature
 Sample Flow
 Cond. uc

5.3.2.32 Settings: Choose the respective actuator:

 Time proportional
 Frequency
 Motor valve
5.3.2.32.1 Actuator = Time proportional
Examples of metering devices that are driven time proportional are
solenoid valves, peristaltic pumps.
Dosing is controlled by the operating time.
5.3.2.32.20 Cycle time: duration of one control cycle (on/off change).
Range: 0–600 sec.
5.3.2.32.30 Response time: Minimal time the metering device needs to react.
Range: 0–240 sec.
5.3.2.32.4 Control Parameters
Range for each Parameter same as 5.2.1.43, p. 63

5.3.2.32.1 Actuator = Frequency

Examples of metering devices that are pulse frequency driven are

the classic membrane pumps with a potential free triggering input.
Dosing is controlled by the repetition speed of dosing shots.
5.3.2.32.21 Pulse frequency: Max. pulses per minute the device is able to re-
spond to. Range: 20–300/min.

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5.3.2.32.31 Control Parameters

Range for each Parameter same as 5.2.1.43, p. 63

5.3.2.32.1 Actuator = Motor valve

Dosing is controlled by the position of a motor driven mixing valve.
5.3.2.32.22 Run time: Time needed to open a completely closed valve
Range: 5–300 Sec.
5.3.2.32.32 Neutral zone: Minimal response time in % of the runtime. If the re-
quested dosing output is smaller than the response time, no
change will take place.
Range: 1–20 %
5.3.2.32.4 Control Parameters
Range for each Parameter same as 5.2.1.43, p. 63

5.3.2.1 Function = Timer:

The relay will be closed repetitively depending on the programmed
time scheme.

5.3.2.24 Mode: Operating mode (interval, daily, weekly)

5.3.2.24 Interval
5.3.2.340 Interval: The interval can be programmed within a range
of 1–1440 min.
5.3.2.44 Run Time: Enter the time the relay stays closed.
Range: 5–6000 sec.
5.3.2.54 Delay: during run time plus the delay time the signal and control
outputs are held in the operating mode programmed below.
Range: 0–6’000 Sec.
5.3.2.6 Signal Outputs: Select operating mode of the signal output:
Cont.: Signal outputs continue to issue the measured value.
Hold: Signal outputs hold the last valid measured value.
Measurement is interrupted. Errors, except fatal errors,
are not issued.
Off: Signal outputs are switched off (set to 0 or 4 mA).
Errors, except fatal errors, are not issued.

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5.3.2.7 Output/Control: Select operating mode of the controller output:

Cont.: Controller continues normally.
Hold: Controller continues based on the last valid value.
Off: Controller is switched off.

5.3.2.24 daily
The relay contact can be closed daily, at any time of a day.
5.3.2.341 Start time: to set the start time proceed as follows:
1 Press [Enter], to set the hours.
2 Set the hour with the [ ] or [ ] keys.
3 Press [Enter], to set the minutes.
4 Set the minutes with the [ ] or [ ] keys.
5 Press [Enter], to set the seconds.
6 Set the seconds with the [ ] or [ ] keys.
Range: 00:00:00–23:59:59
5.3.2.44 Run Time: see Interval
5.3.2.54 Delay: see Interval
5.3.2.6 Signal Outputs: see Interval
5.3.2.7 Output/Control: see Interval
5.3.2.24 weekly
The relay contact can be closed at one or several days, of a week.
The daily starting time is valid for all days.
5.3.2.342 Calendar:
5.3.2.342.1 Start time: The programmed start time is valid for each of the pro-
grammed days. To set the start time see 5.3.2.341, p. 69.
Range: 00:00:00–23:59:59
5.3.2.342.2 Monday: Possible settings, on or off
to
5.3.2.342.8 Sunday: Possible settings, on or off
5.3.2.44 Run Time: see Interval
5.3.2.54 Delay: see Interval
5.3.2.6 Signal Outputs: see Interval
5.3.2.7 Output/Control: see Interval

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5.3.2.1 Function = Fieldbus:

The relay will be switched via the Profibus input. No further param-
eters are needed.
5.3.4 Input: The functions of the relays and signal outputs can be de-
fined depending on the position of the input contact, i.e. no function,
closed or open.
5.3.4.1 Active: Define when the input should be active:
No: Input is never active.
When closed Input is active if the input relay is closed
When open: Input is active if the input relay is open
5.3.4.2 Signal Outputs: Select the operation mode of the signal outputs
when the relay is active:
Continuous: Signal outputs continue to issue the measured
value.
Hold: Signal outputs issue the last valid measured value.
Measurement is interrupted. Errors, except fatal
errors, are not issued.
Off: Set to 0 or 4 mA respectively. Errors, except fatal
errors, are not issued.

5.3.4.3 Output/Control: (relay or signal output):

Continuous:Controller continues normally.
Hold: Controller continues on the last valid value.
Off: Controller is switched off.
5.3.4.4 Fault:
No: No message is issued in pending error list and the
alarm relay does not close when input is active.
Yes: Message E024 is issued and stored in the mes-
sage list. The Alarm relay closes when input is
active.

5.3.4.5 Delay: Time which the instrument waits, after the input is deactivat-
ed, before returning to normal operation.
Range: 0–6‘000 Sec

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5.4 Miscellaneous
5.4.1 Language: Set the desired language.
Available settings: German /English/French/Spanish/Italian
5.4.2 Set defaults: Reset the instrument to factory default values in three
different ways:
 Calibration: Sets calibration values back to default. All other
values are kept in memory.
 In parts: Communication parameters are kept in memory. All
other values are set back to default values.
 Completely: Sets back all values including communication
parameters.
5.4.3 Load Firmware: Firmware updates should be done by instructed
service personnel only.
5.4.4 Password: Select a password different from 0000 to prevent unau-
thorized access to the menus “Messages”, “Maintenance”, “Opera-
tion” and “Installation”.
Each menu may be protected by a different password.
If you forgot the passwords, contact the closest SWAN representa-
tive.
5.4.5 Sample ID: Identify the process value with any meaning full text,
such as KKS number.

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Program List and Explanations

5.5 Interface
Select one of the following communication protocols. Depending on
your selection, different parameters must be defined.
5.5.1 Protocol: Profibus
5.5.20 Device address: Range: 0–126
5.5.30 ID No.: Range: Analyzer; Manufacturer; Multivariable
5.5.40 Local operation: Range: Enabled, Disabled
5.5.1 Protocol: Modbus RTU
5.5.21 Device address: Range: 0–126
5.5.31 Baud Rate: Range: 2400–115’200 Baud
5.5.41 Parity: Range: none, even, odd
5.5.1 Protocol: Hyper Terminal
5.5.23 Baud Rate: Range: 2400–115’200 Baud
see separate RS232 Operation Manual for Logger download
5.5.1 Protocol: Webserver:
5.5.24 Device Address: Range: 0–126
see separate Webserver Manual.

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Material Safety Data sheets

10. Material Safety Data sheets

10.1. Cation Exchanger Resin SWAN

Product name: Cation Exchange Resin
Catalogue number: A-82.841.030 and A-82.841.031

Download The current Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for the above list-
MSDS ed Reagents are available for downloading at www.swan.ch.

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Default Values

11. Default Values

Operation:
Sensors: Filter Time Const.:..................................................................10 Sec
Hold after Cal.: ..................................................................... 300 sec
Relay Contacts Alarm Relay .................................................. same as in Installation
Relay 1/2 ...................................................... same as in Installation
Input.............................................................. same as in Installation
Logger: Logger Interval:.............................................................. 30 Minutes
Clear Logger: ................................................................................no
Installation:
Sensors Flow: ........................................................................................ None
Sensor Parameters; Cell Constant ...............................0.0415 cm -1
Sensor Parameters; Temp. corr. ...........................................0.00 °C
Sensor Parameters; Cable length............................................0.0 m
Sensor Parameters; Meas. unit ............................................. µS/cm
Temp. Compensation; Comp. ...................................................none
Quality Assurance; Level ......................................................... 0: Off
Signal Output 1 Parameter: .................................................................... Conductivity
Current loop: .....................................................................4 –20 mA
Function: .................................................................................. linear
Scaling: Range low: ........................................................... 0.000 µS
Scaling: Range high:................................................................ 1 mS
Signal Output 2 Parameter: ....................................................................Temperature
Current loop: .....................................................................4 –20 mA
Function: .................................................................................. linear
Scaling: Range low: ...................................................................0 °C
Scaling: Range high:................................................................50 °C
Alarm Relay: Alarm Conductivity:
Alarm high:........................................................................... 300 mS
Alarm low: .......................................................................... 0.000 µS
Hysteresis: ........................................................................... 1.00 µS
Delay:.......................................................................................5 Sec
Sample Flow:
Flow Alarm.................................................................................. yes
Alarm high:.............................................................................. 20 l/h
Alarm low: ................................................................................. 5 l/h
Sample Temp:
Alarm High: ............................................................................160 °C
Alarm Low:.................................................................................0 °C

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Case Temp. high:..................................................................... 65 °C

Case Temp. low: ........................................................................ 0 °C
Relay 1/2 Function:.......................................................................... limit upper
Parameter:.................................................................... Conductivity
Setpoint: .................................................................................30 mS
Hysteresis:...............................................................................10 µS
Delay: .................................................................................... 30 Sec
If Function = Control upw. or dnw:
Parameter:...................................................................... Cond 1(sc)
Settings: Actuator: .......................................................... Frequency
Settings: Pulse Frequency:.................................................120/min.
Settings: Control Parameters: Setpoint: .................................30 mS
Settings: Control Parameters: P-band:....................................10 µS
Settings: Control Parameters: Reset time: .............................. 0 Sec
Settings: Control Parameters: Derivative Time:....................... 0 Sec
Settings: Control Parameters: Control Timeout: ..................... 0 Min.
Settings: Act. Time prop.: Cycle time: ....................................... 60 s
Settings: Act. Time prop.: Response time: ............................... 10 s
Settings: Act. Motor valve: Run time: ....................................... 60 s
Settings: Act. Motor valve: Neutral zone: ................................... 5%
If Function = Timer:
Mode: Interval:........................................................................ 1 min.
Mode: daily/weekly: ...................................... Starting time: 00.00.00
Run time: ............................................................................... 10 Sec
Delay: ...................................................................................... 5 Sec
Signal output:............................................................................ cont.
Output/Control: .......................................................................... cont
Input: Active............................................................................ when closed
Signal Outputs ........................................................................... hold
Output/Control .............................................................................. off
Fault.............................................................................................. no
Delay ..................................................................................... 10 Sec
Miscellaneous Language:............................................................................. English
Set default: ................................................................................... no
Load firmware:.............................................................................. no
Password:........................................................... for all modes 0000
Sample ID:....................................................................... - - - - - - - -
Interface Protocol: .....................................................................Hyperterminal

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Index

12. Index
A Instrument setup . . . . . . . 15
Alarm Relay . . . . . . . . 9, 25 Interface . . . . . ........ 9
Application range . ....... 8
M
C Measuring principle ..... 10
Changing parameters .... 33 Measuring Range . ..... 12
Changing values . . . .... 33 Measuring unit . . . ..... 29
Checklist . . . . . . . . .... 15
Cleaning . . . . . . . . .... 35 P
Cleaning Module Power-up . . . . ....... 15
Calendar . . . . . .... 69 Program Access ....... 30

D Q
Default Values ........ 74 Quality Assurance ...... 29

E R
Electrical wiring . ....... 15 Reagent consumption . ... 34
Error List . . . . . ....... 47 Run-in period . . . . . . ... 15

F S
Flow cells Safety Features . . . . . . . . 9
B-Flow UP-Con . . . . . 14 Sensor mounting . . . . . . . 13
B-Flow UP-Con-SL . . . 14 Sensor parameters. . . . . . 28
Catconplus-SL . . . . . 14 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Q-Flow UP-Con . . . . . 14 Signal Outputs . . . . . . . . . 9
Q-Flow UP-Con-SL . . . 14 Special Features . . . . . . . . 8
QV-Flow UP-Con . . . . 14 Specifications
QV-Flow UP-Con-SL . . 14 Swansensor UP-Con 1000 13
Standard. . . . . . . . . . . . 10
I Standard Temperature . . . 10
Input . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 25
Install cation exchanger bottle 21 T
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Temperature compensation. 10
Instrument Setup . . . . . . . 43 Terminals . . . . . . . . 22, 25

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Notes

13. Notes

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all over the world.

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Analytical Instruments for:

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