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Instruction Manual

PN 51-Xmt-A-HT/rev.K
March 2012

Solu Comp Xmt-A-HT


HART® SMART Chlorine, Dissolved Oxygen, and Ozone
Transmitter
ESSENTIAL INSTRUCTIONS
READ THIS PAGE BEFORE PROCEEDING!
Rosemount Analytical designs, manufactures, and tests its products to meet many national and international
standards. Because these instruments are sophisticated technical products, you must properly install, use, and
maintain them to ensure they continue to operate within their normal specifications. The following instructions
must be adhered to and integrated into your safety program when installing, using, and maintaining Rosemount
Analytical products. Failure to follow the proper instructions may cause any one of the following situations to
occur: Loss of life; personal injury; property damage; damage to this instrument; and warranty invalidation.
• Read all instructions prior to installing, operating, and servicing the product. If this Instruction Manual is not the
correct manual, telephone 1-800-654-7768 and the requested manual will be provided. Save this Instruction
Manual for future reference.
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• Follow all warnings, cautions, and instructions marked on and supplied with the product.
• Inform and educate your personnel in the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of the product.
• Install your equipment as specified in the Installation Instructions of the appropriate Instruction Manual and per
applicable local and national codes. Connect all products to the proper electrical and pressure sources.
• To ensure proper performance, use qualified personnel to install, operate, update, program, and maintain the
product.
• When replacement parts are required, ensure that qualified people use replacement parts specified by
Rosemount. Unauthorized parts and procedures can affect the product’s performance and place the safe
operation of your process at risk. Look alike substitutions may result in fire, electrical hazards, or improper
operation.
• Ensure that all equipment doors are closed and protective covers are in place, except when maintenance is
being performed by qualified persons, to prevent electrical shock and personal injury.

CAUTION
If a Model 375 Universal Hart ® Communicator is used with these
transmitters, the software within the Model 375 may require
modification.
If a software modification is required, please contact your local
Emerson Process Management Service Group or National Response
Center at 1-800-654-7768.

Emerson Process Management


2400 Barranca Parkway
Irvine, CA 92606 USA
Tel: (949) 757-8500
Fax: (949) 474-7250
http://www.rosemountanalytical.com

© Rosemount Analytical Inc. 2012


QUICK START GUIDE
FOR MODEL SOLU COMP Xmt-A-HT TRANSMITTER
1. Refer to Section 2.0 for installation instructions.
2. Wire sensors to the analyzer. See section 3.0.
3. Once connections are secure and verified, apply power to the transmitter.
4. When the transmitter is powered up for the first time, Quick Start screens appear. Using Quick Start is easy.
a. A blinking field shows the position of the cursor.
b. Use the t or u key to move the cursor left or right. Use the p or q key to move the cursor up or down or to increase or
decrease the value of a digit. Use the p or q key to move the decimal point.
c. Press ENTER to store a setting. Press EXIT to leave without storing changes. Pressing EXIT also returns the display to the
previous screen.

English Français 5. Choose the desired language. Choose >> to show more choices.
Español >>
Measurement type 6. Choose type of measurement: Oxygen, Ozone, Free Chlorine, Total Chlorine, or
Monochloramine. To see more choices, move the cursor to >> and press ENTER.
Oxygen Ozone >>
If you chose Oxygen, go to step 6a.
If you chose Ozone, go to step 7a.
If you chose Free Chlorine, go to step 8a.
If you chose Total Chlorine or Monochloramine, go to step 9a.

Manufacturer? 7a. For Oxygen, select the manufacturer of the sensor, Rosemount or Other. If you chose
Rosemount Other Rosemount, go to step 6b. If you chose Other go to step 6c.

Application? 7b. Select the application: Water/Waste, Trace Oxygen, or Biopharm. To see more choic-
Water/Waste >> es, move the cursor to >> and press ENTER.

units? 7c. Choose the units in which you want the oxygen measurement dis-played. If you chose
ppm %sat ppb >> partialPress (partial pressure), the default units are mm Hg. To select different units,
refer to Section 7.4.
Temperature in?
7d. Choose temperature units: °C or °F.
°C °F

units? 8a. For Ozone, select units: ppm or ppb.


ppm ppb
Temperature in? 8b. Choose temperature units: °C or °F.
°C °F
pH Comp?
9a. For Free Chlorine, select Auto or Manual pH compensation.
Auto Manual
Manual pH
9b. If you selected Manual, enter the pH of the process liquid.
07.00 pH

Temperature in?
9c. Choose temperature units: °C or °F.
°C °F

Temperature in?
10a.For Total Chlorine and Monochloramine, choose temperature units: °C or °F.
°C °F

11. To change output settings, to scale the 4-20 mA output, to change pH-related settings
(free chlorine only) from the default values, and to set security codes, press MENU.
Select Program and follow the prompts. For more information refer to section 7.0. For
calibration information, refer to section 8.0.

12. To return the transmitter to default settings, choose ResetAnalyzer in the Program menu.
The menu tree for the Solu Comp Xmt-A-HT is on the following page.
QUICK START GUIDE
MENU TREE FOR MODEL SOLU COMP Xmt-A-HT TRANSMITTER

Language
MODEL XMT-A-HT TABLE OF CONTENTS

MODEL XMT-A-HT MICROPROCESSOR TRANSMITTER


TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Title Page


1.0 DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................ 1
1.1 Features and Applications........................................................................................ 1
1.2 Specifications - General ........................................................................................... 2
1.3 Specifications - Oxygen ........................................................................................... 4
1.4 Specifications - Free Chlorine .................................................................................. 4
1.5 Specifications - Total Chlorine .................................................................................. 4
1.6 Specifications - Monochloramine ............................................................................. 4
1.7 Specifications - Ozone ............................................................................................ 4
1.8 Transmitter Display During Calibration and Programming ...................................... 5
1.9 HART Communication ............................................................................................. 5
1.10 Ordering Information ............................................................................................... 6
1.11 Accessories ............................................................................................................. 6

2.0 INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................... 7


2.1 Unpacking and Inspection........................................................................................ 7
2.2 Installation................................................................................................................ 7
2.3 Power Supply/Current Loop..................................................................................... 11

3.0 SENSOR WIRING ................................................................................................... 14


3.1 Wiring Model 499A Oxygen, Chlorine, Monochloramine, and Ozone Sensors........ 14
3.2 Wiring Model 499ACL-01 (Free Chlorine) Sensors and pH Sensors....................... 15
3.3 Wiring Model Hx438, Gx448, and Bx438 Sensors................................................... 18

4.0 INTRINSICALLY SAFE AND EXPLOSION PROOF INSTALLATIONS.................. 19

5.0 DISPLAY AND OPERATION ................................................................................... 28


5.1 Display ..................................................................................................................... 28
5.2 Keypad..................................................................................................................... 28
5.3 Programming and Calibrating the Model Xmt — Tutorial......................................... 29
5.4 Security .................................................................................................................... 30
5.5 Using Hold ............................................................................................................... 30

6.0 OPERATION WITH MODEL 375............................................................................. 31


6.1 Note on Model 375 HART Communicator................................................................ 31
6.2 Connecting the HART Communicator...................................................................... 31
6.3 Operation ................................................................................................................. 32

7.0 PROGRAMMING..................................................................................................... 37
7.1 General .................................................................................................................... 37
7.2 Changing Start-up Settings ...................................................................................... 37
7.3 Configuring and Ranging the Output ....................................................................... 39
7.4 Choosing and Configuring the Analytical Measurement .......................................... 42
7.5 Making Temperature Settings .................................................................................. 46
7.6 Setting a Security Code ........................................................................................... 47
7.7 Making HART-Related Settings ............................................................................... 48
7.8 Noise Reduction....................................................................................................... 48
7.9 Resetting Factory Calibration and Factory Default Settings .................................... 48
7.10 Selecting a Default Screen and Screen Contrast .................................................... 49

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TABLE OF CONTENTS CONT’D

Section Title Page


8.0 CALIBRATION — TEMPERATURE........................................................................ 50
8.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 50
8.2 Procedure — Calibrating Temperature .................................................................... 51

9.0 CALIBRATION — DISSOLVED OXYGEN .............................................................. 52


9.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 52
9.2 Procedure — Zeroing the Sensor ............................................................................ 53
9.3 Procedure — Calibrating the Sensor in Air .............................................................. 54
9.4 Procedure — Calibrating the Sensor Against a Standard Instrument ...................... 56

10.0 CALIBRATION — FREE CHLORINE ..................................................................... 57


10.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 57
10.2 Procedure — Zeroing the Sensor ............................................................................ 58
10.3 Procedure — Full Scale Calibration......................................................................... 59
10.4 Dual Slope Calibration ............................................................................................. 60

11.0 CALIBRATION — TOTAL CHLORINE ................................................................... 62


11.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 62
11.2 Procedure — Zeroing the Sensor ............................................................................ 63
11.3 Procedure — Full Scale Calibration......................................................................... 64
11.4 Dual Slope Calibration ............................................................................................. 65

12.0 CALIBRATION — MONOCHLORAMINE ............................................................... 67


12.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 67
12.2 Procedure — Zeroing the Sensor ............................................................................ 68
12.3 Procedure — Full Scale Calibration......................................................................... 69

13.0 CALIBRATION — OZONE ...................................................................................... 70


13.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 70
13.2 Procedure — Zeroing the Sensor ............................................................................ 71
13.3 Procedure — Full Scale Calibration......................................................................... 72

14.0 CALIBRATION — pH .............................................................................................. 73


14.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 73
14.2 Procedure — Auto Calibration ................................................................................. 74
14.3 Procedure — Manual Calibration............................................................................. 76
14.4 Procedure — Standardization .................................................................................. 77
14.5 Procedure — Entering a Known Slope Value .......................................................... 78

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TABLE OF CONTENTS CONT’D

Section Title Page


15.0 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................... 79
15.1 Overview .................................................................................................................. 79
15.2 Troubleshooting When a Fault or Warning Message is Showing ............................ 80
15.3 Troubleshooting When No Fault Message is Showing — Temperature................... 82
15.4 Troubleshooting When No Fault Message is Showing — Oxygen .......................... 83
15.5 Troubleshooting When No Fault Message is Showing — Free Chlorine ................. 86
15.6 Troubleshooting When No Fault Message is Showing — Total Chlorine................. 88
15.7 Troubleshooting When No Fault Message is Showing — Monochloramine ............ 89
15.8 Troubleshooting When No Fault Message is Showing — Ozone ............................ 92
15.9 Troubleshooting When No Fault Message is Showing — pH .................................. 94
15.10 Troubleshooting Not Related to Measurement Problems ........................................ 97
15.11 Simulating Input Currents — Dissolved Oxygen...................................................... 97
15.12 Simulating Input Currents — Chlorine and Ozone................................................... 98
15.13 Simulating Inputs — pH ........................................................................................... 99
15.14 Simulating Temperature ........................................................................................... 100
15.15 Measuring Reference Voltage.................................................................................. 101

16.0 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................... 102

17.0 RETURN OF MATERIAL......................................................................................... 103

Appendix Title Page


A BAROMETRIC PRESSURE AS A FUNCTION OF ALTITUDE............................... 104

LIST OF TABLES
Number Title Page
7-1 Default Settings ....................................................................................................... 38

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LIST OF FIGURES
Number Title Page
1-1 HART Communication.............................................................................................. 5
2-1 Removing the Knockouts ......................................................................................... 7
2-2 Panel Mount Installation ........................................................................................... 8
2-3 Pipe Mount Installation ............................................................................................. 9
2-4 Surface Mount Installation........................................................................................ 10
2-5 Load/Power Supply Requirements........................................................................... 11
2-6 Power Supply/Current Loop Wiring.......................................................................... 12
2-7 Power & Sensor Wiring Terminals and Wiring Label for Xmt-A-HT Panel Mount ... 12
2-8 Power & Sensor Wiring Terminals and Wiring Label for Xmt-A-HT Pipe/Surface Mount 13
3-1 Xmt-A-HT panel mount; 499A sensors with standard cable .................................... 14
3-2 Xmt-A-HT panel mount; 499A sensors with optimum EMI/RFI cable or Variopol cable 14
3-3 Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; 499A sensors with standard cable ............................... 14
3-4 Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; 499A sensors with optimum EMI/RFI cable or ...........
Variopol cable .................................................................................................... 14
3-5 Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine sensor with standard cable and 399-09-62 .
pH sensor .................................................................................................... 15
3-6 Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine sensor with standard cable and 399-VP-09
pH sensor .................................................................................................... 15
3-7 Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine sensor with standard cable and 399-14 pH
sensor .................................................................................................... 16
3-8 Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine sensor with optimum EMI/RFI cable or ......
Variopol cable and 399-09-62 pH sensor................................................................. 16
3-9 Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine sensor with optimum EMI/RFI cable or ......
Variopol cable and 399-VP-09 pH sensor................................................................ 16
3-10 Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine sensor with optimum EMI/RFI cable or ......
Variopol cable and 399-14 pH sensor...................................................................... 17
3-11 Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine sensor with standard cable and 399-09-62
pH sensor .................................................................................................... 17
3-12 Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine sensor with standard cable and .............
399-VP-09pH sensor................................................................................................ 17
3-13 Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine sensor with standard cable and 399-14 .
pH sensor .................................................................................................... 17
3-14 Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine sensor with optimum EMI/RFI cable or
Variopol cable and 399-09-62 pH sensor................................................................. 17
3-15 Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine sensor with optimum EMI/RFI cable or
Variopol cable and 399-VP-09 pH sensor................................................................ 18
3-16 Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine sensor with optimum EMI/RFI cable or
Variopol cable and 399-14 pH sensor...................................................................... 18
3-17 Xmt-A-HT panel mount with Hx438 or Gx448 sensor.............................................. 18
3-18 Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount with Hx438 or Gx448 sensor ........................................ 18
3-19 Wiring Model Bx438 to Xmt-A-HT-10....................................................................... 18
3-20 Wiring Model Bx438 to Xmt-A-HT-11 ....................................................................... 18
4-1 FM Intrinsically Safe Installation Label..................................................................... 19
4-2 FM Intrinsically Safe Installation Wiring ................................................................... 20
4-3 CSA Intrinsically Safe Installation Label................................................................... 22
4-4 CSA Intrinsically Safe Installation Wiring ................................................................. 23

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LIST OF FIGURES (continued)


Number Title Page

4-5 Baseefa/ATEX Intrinsically Safe Installation Label................................................... 25


4-6 Baseefa/ATEX Intrinsically Safe Installation Wiring ................................................. 26
5-1 Displays During Normal Operation........................................................................... 28
5-2 Solu Comp II Keypad ............................................................................................... 28
6-1 Connecting the HART Communicator...................................................................... 31
6-2 Xmt-A-HT HART/Model 275 Menu Tree .................................................................. 33
9-1 Sensor Current as a Function of Dissolved Oxygen Concentration ........................ 52
10-1 Sensor Current as a Function of Free Chlorine Concentration ............................... 57
10-2 Dual Slope Calibration ............................................................................................. 60
11-1 Determination of Total Chlorine................................................................................ 62
11-2 Sensor Current as a Function of Total Chlorine Concentration ............................... 62
11-3 Dual Slope Calibration ............................................................................................. 65
12-1 Sensor Current as a Function of Monochloramine Concentration........................... 67
13-1 Sensor Current as a Function of Ozone Concentration........................................... 70
14-1 Calibration Slope and Offset .................................................................................... 72
15-1 Simulate dissolved oxygen....................................................................................... 97
15-2 Simulate chlorine and ozone.................................................................................... 98
15-3 Simulate pH.............................................................................................................. 99
15-4 Three-wire RTD Configuration ................................................................................. 100
15-5 Simulating RTD Inputs ............................................................................................. 100
15-6 Checking for a Poisoned Reference Electrode ........................................................ 101
16-1 Exploded View of Model Xmt-A-HT Transmitter ...................................................... 102

About This Document


This manual contains instructions for installation and operation of the Model Solu Comp Xmt-A-HT Dissolved
Oxygen, Chlorine, and Ozone Transmitter.

The following list provides notes concerning all revisions of this document.
Rev. Level Date Notes
A 9/03 This is the initial release of the product manual.
B 12/03 Added note to troubleshooting, p. 70.
C 9/04 Added agency wiring drawings.
D 11/04 Updated mounting drawings.
E 4/05 Revised panel mount drawing.
F 9/05 Added Foundation fieldbus agency approvals and FISCO version.
G 2/06 Revised section 1.0, p. 1, and substituted standard text on 1.2, p.2.
H 6/06 Revised Quick Start choices adding language as #5. Added Language
box to Quick start guide on page D. Deleted 230A in accessories chart on page 5.
I 10/08 Addition of Hazardous Location Approvals.
J 05/10 Include EC Certificates on page 107
K 03/12 Update addresses - mail and web and DNV certificate logo

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 1.0
DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 1.0
DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS
Xmt Family of Two-wire Transmitters
• CHOICE OF COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS:
HART® or FOUNDATION® Fieldbus
• CLEAR, EASY-TO-READ two-line display shows commissioning menus
and process measurement displays in English
• SIMPLE TO USE MENU STRUCTURE
• CHOICE OF PANEL OR PIPE/SURFACE MOUNTING
• NON-VOLATILE MEMORY retains program settings and calibration
data during power failures
• SIX LOCAL LANGUAGES - English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese

1.1 FEATURES AND APPLICATIONS


The Solu Comp Xmt family of transmitters can be used to measures dissolved oxygen (ppm and ppb level), free
measure pH, ORP, conductivity (using either contacting or chlorine, total chlorine, monochloramine, and ozone in
toroidal sensors), resistivity, oxygen (ppm and ppb level), water and aqueous solutions. The transmitter is compati-
free chlorine, total chlorine, monochloramine and ozone in ble with Rosemount Analytical 499A amperometric sen-
a variety of process liquids. The Xmt is compatible with sors for oxygen, chlorine, monochloramine, and ozone;
most Rosemount Analytical sensors. See the Specification and with Hx438, Bx438, and Gx448 steam-sterilizable oxy-
sections for details. gen sensors.
The transmitter has a rugged, weatherproof, corrosion- For free chlorine measurements, both automatic and man-
resistant enclosure (NEMA 4X and IP65). The panel mount ual pH correction are available. pH correction is necessary
version fits standard ½ DIN panel cutouts, and its shallow because amperometric free chlorine sensors respond only
depth is ideally suited for easy mounting in cabinet-type to hypochlorous acid, not free chlorine, which is the sum of
enclosures. A panel mount gasket is included to maintain hypochlorous acid and hypochlorite ion. To measure free
the weather rating of the panel. Surface/pipe mount enclo- chlorine, most competing instruments require an acidified
sure includes self-tapping screws for surface mounting. A sample. Acid lowers the pH and converts hypochlorite ion
pipe mounting accessory kit is available for mounting to a to hypochlorous acid. The Model Xmt-A eliminates the
2-inch pipe. need for messy and expensive sample conditioning by
measuring the sample pH and using it to correct the chlo-
The transmitter has a two-line 16-character display. Menu rine sensor signal. If the pH is relatively constant, a fixed
screens for calibrating and registering choices are simple pH correction can be used, and the pH measurement is
and intuitive. Plain language prompts guide the user not necessary. If the pH is greater than 7.0 and fluctuates
through the procedures. There are no service codes to more than about 0.2 units, continuous measurement of pH
enter before gaining access to menus. and automatic pH correction is necessary. See
Two digital communication protocols are available: HART Specifications section for recommended pH sensors.
(model option -HT) and FOUNDATION fieldbus (model option Corrections are valid to pH 9.5.
-FF or -FI). Digital communications allow access to AMS
(Asset Management Solutions). Use AMS to set up and The transmitter fully compensates oxygen, ozone, free
configure the transmitter, read process variables, and trou- chlorine, total chlorine, and monochloramine readings for
bleshoot problems from a personal computer or host any- changes in membrane permeability caused by tempera-
where in the plant. ture changes.

The seven-button membrane-type keypad allows local pro- For pH measurements — pH is available with free chlorine
gramming and calibrating of the transmitter. The HART only — the Xmt-A features automatic buffer recognition
Model 375 communicator can also be used for program- and stabilization check. Buffer pH and temperature data
ming and calibrating the transmitter. for commonly used buffers are stored in the transmitter.
Glass impedance diagnostics warn the user of an aging or
The Model Xmt-A Transmitter with the appropriate sensor failed pH sensor.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 1.0
DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

1.2 SPECIFICATIONS - GENERAL


Case: ABS (panel mount), polycarbonate (pipe/wall mount);
NEMA 4X/CSA 4 (IP65)
Dimensions
Panel (code -10): 6.10 x 6.10 x 3.72 in. (155 x 155 x
94.5 mm)
Surface/Pipe (code -11): 6.23 x 6.23 x 3.23 in. (158
x 158 x 82 mm); see page 5 for dimensions of pipe
mounting bracket.
Conduit openings: Accepts PG13.5 or 1/2 in. conduit fit-
tings
Ambient Temperature: 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C). Some
degradation of display above 50°C.
Storage Temperature: -4 to 158°F (-20 to 70°C) Power & Load Requirements: Supply voltage at the
transmitter terminals should be at least 12 Vdc.
Relative Humidity: 10 to 90% (non-condensing) Power supply voltage should cover the voltage drop
Weight/Shipping Weight: 10 lb/10 lb (4.5/5.0 kg) on the cable plus the external load resistor required
for HART communications (250 Ω minimum).
Display: Two line, 16-character display. Character height: Minimum power supply voltage is 12 Vdc. Maximum
4.8 mm; first line shows process variable (oxygen, power supply voltage is 42.4 Vdc (30 Vdc for intrinsi-
ozone, free chlorine, total chlorine, or monochlo- cally safe operation). The graph shows the supply
ramine), second line shows process temperature and voltage required to maintain 12 Vdc (upper line) and
output current. For pH/chlorine combination, pH may 30 Vdc (lower line) at the transmitter terminals when
also be displayed. Fault and warning messages, the current is 22 mA.
when triggered, alternate with temperature and output
readings. Analog Output: Two-wire, 4-20 mA output with superim-
posed HART digital signal. Fully scalable over the
During calibration and programming, messages, operating range of the sensor.
prompts, and editable values appear in the two-line
display. Output accuracy: ±0.05 mA
Temperature resolution: 0.1°C (≤99.9°C);
1°C (≥100°C)
Input ranges: 0-330 nA, 0.3-4µA, 3.7-30 µA, 27-100 µA
Repeatability (input): ±0.1% of range
Linearity (input): ±0.3% of range
Temperature range: 0-100°C (0-150°C for steam steriliz-
able sensors)
Temperature accuracy using RTD: ±0.5°C between 0
and 50°C, ±1°C above 50°C
Temperature accuracy using 22k NTC: ±0.5°C between
0 and 50°C, ±2°C above 50°C
HART Communications: PV, SV, TV, and 4V assignable
to measurement (oxygen, ozone, or chlorine), temper-
ature, pH, and sensor current.
RFI/EMI: EN-61326

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 1.0
DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

HAZARDOUS LOCATION APPROVALS

Intrinsic Safety:
Class I, II, III, Div. 1
Groups A-G
T4 Tamb = 50°C

Class I, II, III, Div. 1


Groups A-G
T4 Tamb = 50°C
ATEX
1180 II 1 G
Baseefa04ATEX0213X
EEx ia IIC T4
Tamb = 0°C to 50°C

Non-Incendive:
Class I, Div. 2, Groups A-D
Dust Ignition Proof
Class II & III, Div. 1, Groups E-G
NEMA 4/4X Enclosure

Class I, Div. 2, Groups A-D


Dust Ignition Proof
Class II & III, Div. 1, Groups E-G
NEMA 4/4X Enclosure
T4 Tamb = 50°C

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 1.0
DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

1.3 SPECIFICATIONS — OXYGEN SENSORS — pH:


Measurement Range: 0-20 ppm (mg/L), Use Model 399-09-62, 399-14, or 399VP-09.
or equivalent partial pressure or % saturation See pH sensor product data sheet for complete ordering
(limited by sensor) information.
Units: ppm, ppb, % saturation, partial pressure (mmHg,
inHg, atm, mbar, bar, kPa)
Resolution: 4 digits. Position of decimal point depends 1.5 SPECIFICATIONS — TOTAL CHLORINE
on units selected
Measurement Range: 0-20 ppm (mg/L) as Cl2
for partial pressure (x.xxx to xxxx)
(limited by sensor)
for % saturation (fixed at xxx.x%)
Resolution: 0.001 ppm (Autoranges at 0.999 to 1.00 and
for ppm (fixed at xx.xx ppm) 9.99 to 10.0)
for ppb (fixed at xxx.x ppb, changes to 1.00 ppm Temperature correction for membrane permeability:
when ppb reading exceeds 999.9 ppb) automatic between 5 and 35°C (can be disabled)
Temperature correction for membrane permeability:
Calibration: against grab sample analyzed using portable
automatic between 0 and 50°C (can be disabled)
test kit.
Calibration: air calibration (user must enter barometric
pressure) or calibration against a standard instrument SENSOR — TOTAL CHLORINE:
SENSORS — OXYGEN: Model 499A CL-02-54 (must be used with SCS 921)
Model 499A DO-54, 499A DO-54-VP for ppm level
Model 499A TrDO-54, 499A TrDO-54-VP for ppb level
1.6 SPECIFICATIONS — MONOCHLORAMINE
Hx438, Gx448, and Bx438 steam-sterilizable oxygen
sensors Measurement Range: 0-20 ppm (mg/L) as Cl2
(limited by sensor)
Resolution: 0.001 ppm (Autoranges at 0.999 to 1.00 and
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS — FREE CHLORINE 9.99 to 10.0)
Measurement Range: 0-20 ppm (mg/L) as Cl2 Temperature correction for membrane permeability:
(limited by sensor) automatic between 5 and 35°C (can be disabled)
Resolution: 0.001 ppm (Autoranges at 0.999 to 1.00 and Calibration: against grab sample analyzed using portable
9.99 to 10.0) test kit.
Temperature correction for membrane permeability: SENSOR — MONOCHLORAMINE:
automatic between 0 and 50°C (can be disabled)
Model 499A CL-03-54, 499A CL-03-54-VP
pH Correction: Automatic between pH 6.0 and 9.5.
Manual pH correction is also available.
Calibration: against grab sample analyzed using portable
test kit. 1.7 SPECIFICATIONS — OZONE
SENSOR — FREE CHLORINE: Measurement Range: 0-10 ppm (mg/L) (limited by sensor)
Model 499A CL-01-54, 499A CL-01-54-VP Units: ppm and ppb
Resolution:
SPECIFICATIONS — pH for ppm: x.xxx to xxxx
Application: pH measurement available with free chlo- for ppb: xxx.x to xxxx
rine only
Temperature correction for membrane permeability:
Measurement Range: 0-14 pH automatic between 5 and 35°C (can be disabled)
Resolution: 0.01 pH Calibration: against grab sample analyzed using portable
Sensor Diagnostics: Glass impedance (for broken or test kit.
aging electrode) and reference offset. Reference imped- SENSOR — OZONE:
ance (for fouled reference junction) is not available.
Model 499A OZ-54, 499A OZ-54-VP
Repeatability: ±0.01 pH at 25°C

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DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

1.8 TRANSMITTER DISPLAY DURING CALIBRATION AND PROGRAMMING


The display can be readily configured to meet user requirements.
Basic display for all measurements:

1.234ppm
25.0°C 12.34mA

For the measurement of oxygen, a variety of units are available: ppm, ppb (for 499ATrDO sensor only), % saturation,
and partial pressure (in units of mm Hg, in Hg, bar, mbar, atm, or kPa).
For chlorine measurements with continuous pH correction, the basic display also shows the pH.

1.234ppm
7.89pH 25.0°C

A display showing the raw sensor current can also be selected.

1.234ppm
25.0°C 500nA

1.9 HART COMMUNICATION (Figure 1-1)


The Model 375 HART Communicator is a hand-held device that provides a common link to all HART SMART instru-
ments and allows access to AMS (Asset Management Solutions). Use the HART communicator to set up and control the
Xmt-A-HT and to read measured variables. Press ON to display the on-line menu. All setup menus are available through
this menu.

FIGURE 1-1. HART Communication

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DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

1.10 ORDERING INFORMATION


The Model Xmt-A-HT Transmitter is intended for the determination of oxygen (ppm and ppb level), free chlorine, total
chlorine, monochloramine, and ozone. For free chlorine measurements, which often require continuous pH correction, a
second input for a pH sensor is available.

MODEL
Xmt SMART TWO-WIRE MICROPROCESSOR TRANSMITTER
CODE REQUIRED SELECTION
P pH/ORP

CODE REQUIRED SELECTION


HT Analog 4-20 mA output with superimposed HART digital signal
FF Foundation fieldbus digital output
FI Foundation fieldbus digital output with FISCO

CODE REQUIRED SELECTION


10 Panel mounting enclosure
11 Pipe/Surface mounting enclosure (pipe mounting requires accessory kit PN 23820-00)

CODE AGENCY APPROVALS


60 No approval
67 FM approved intrinsically safe and non-incendive (when used with appropriate sensor and safety barrier)
69 CSA approved intrinsically safe and non-incendive (when used with appropriate sensor and safety barrier)
73 ATEX approved intrinsically safe (when used with appropriate sensor and safety barrier)
Xmt-P-HT-10-67 EXAMPLE

1.11 ACCESSORIES
POWER SUPPLY: Use the Model 515 Power Supply to HART COMMUNICATOR: The Model 375 HART commu-
provide dc loop power to the transmitter. The Model 515 nicator allows the user to view measurement values as
provides two isolated sources at 24Vdc and 200 mA each. well as to program and configure the transmitter. The
For more information refer to product data sheet 71-515. Model 375 attaches to any wiring terminal across the out-
put loop. A minimum 250 Ω load must be between the
power supply and transmitter. Order the Model 375 com-
ALARM MODULE: The Model 230A alarm Module municator from Emerson Process Management. Call
receives the 4-20 mA signal from the Xmt-A-HT transmit- (800) 999-9307.
ter and activates two alarm relays. High/high, low/low, and
high/low are available. Hysteresis (deadband) is also
adjustable. For more information, refer to product data
sheet 71-230A.

ACCESSORIES
MODEL/PN DESCRIPTION
515 DC loop power supply (see product data sheet 71-515)
23820-00 2-in. pipe mounting kit
9240048-00 Stainless steel tag, specify marking
Model 375 To order HART Model 375 Communicator, call Emerson Process Management at (800) 999-9307
AMS software To order AMS software, call Emerson Process Management at (800) 999-9307
23554-00 Gland fittings PG 13.5, 5 per package

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 2.0
INSTALLATION

SECTION 2.0
INSTALLATION

2.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION


Inspect the shipping container. If it is damaged, contact the shipper immediately for instructions. Save the box. If
there is no apparent damage, unpack the container. Be sure all items shown on the packing list are present. If
items are missing, notify Emerson Process Management immediately.

2.2 INSTALLATION
2.2.1 General Information
1. Although the transmitter is suitable for outdoor use, do not install it in direct sunlight or in areas of extreme
temperatures.
2. Install the transmitter in an area where vibrations and electromagnetic and radio frequency interference are
minimized or absent.
3. Keep the transmitter and sensor wiring at least one foot from high voltage conductors. Be sure there is easy
access to the transmitter.
4. The transmitter is suitable for panel, pipe, or surface mounting. Refer to the table below.

Type of Mounting Section


Panel 2.2.2
Pipe 2.2.3
Surface 2.2.4

5. The transmitter case has two 1/2-inch (PG13.5) conduit openings and four 1/2-inch knockouts. One conduit
opening is for the power/output cable; the other opening is for the sensor cable. The center knockout in the
bottom of the enclosure should be removed only if a second sensor is required, i.e., if free chlorine with con-
tinuous pH correction is being measured. (Note: Earlier versions of the Xmt-A-HT pipe/surface mount trans-
mitters may have three openings in the bottom of the enclosure. The transmitter is shipped with a NEMA 4X
plug installed in the center opening.)
Figure 2-1 shows how to remove a knockout. The knockout grooves
are on the outside of the case. Place the screwdriver blade on the
inside of the case and align it approximately along the groove. Rap
the screwdriver sharply with a hammer until the groove cracks.
Move the screwdriver to an uncracked portion of the groove and
continue the process until the knockout falls out. Use a small knife
to remove the flash from the inside of the hole.
6. Use weathertight cable glands to keep moisture out to the transmit-
ter. If conduit is used, plug and seal the connections at the trans-
mitter housing to prevent moisture from getting inside the instru-
ment.
7. To reduce the likelihood of stress on wiring connections, do not
remove the hinged front panel (-11 models) from the base during
wiring installation. Allow sufficient wire length to avoid stress on con- FIGURE 2-1. Removing the Knockouts
ductors.

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INSTALLATION

2.2.2 Panel Mounting.

MILLIMETER
INCH

FIGURE 2-2. Panel Mount Installation


Access to the wiring terminals is through the rear cover. Four screws hold the cover in place.

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INSTALLATION

2.2.3 Pipe Mounting.

MILLIMETER
INCH

FIGURE 2-3. Pipe Mount Installation


The front panel is hinged at the bottom. The panel swings down for access to the wiring terminals.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 2.0
INSTALLATION

2.2.4 Surface Mounting.

MILLIMETER
INCH

FIGURE 2-4. Surface Mount Installation


The front panel is hinged at the bottom. The panel swings down for access to the wiring terminals.

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INSTALLATION

2.3 POWER SUPPLY/CURRENT LOOP


2.3.1 Power Supply and Load Requirements.
Refer to Figure 2-5.
The supply voltage must be at least 12.0 Vdc at the trans-
mitter terminals. The power supply must be able to cover the
voltage drop on the cable as well as the load resistor (250 Ω
minimum) required for HART communications. The maxi-
mum power supply voltage is 42.0 Vdc. For intrinsically
safe installations, the maximum power supply voltage is
30.0 Vdc. The graph shows load and power supply require-
ments. The upper line is the power supply voltage needed
to provide 12 Vdc at the transmitter terminals for a 22 mA
current. The lower line is the power supply voltage needed
to provide 30 Vdc for a 22 mA current.
The power supply must provide a surge current during the
first 80 milliseconds of startup. The maximum current is FIGURE 2-5. Load/Power Supply Requirements
about 24 mA.
For digital communications, the load must be at least 250 ohms. To supply the 12.0 Vdc lift off voltage at the transmitter,
the power supply voltage must be at least 17.5 Vdc.

2.3.2 Power Supply-Current Loop


Wiring.
Refer to Figures 2-6, 2-7, and 2-8.
Run the power/signal wiring through
the opening nearest TB-2.
For optimum EMI/RFI protection . . .
1. Use shielded power/signal cable
and ground the shield at the
power supply.
2. Use a metal cable gland and be
sure the shield makes good elec-
trical contact with the gland.
3. Use the metal backing plate (see
Figure 2-6) when attaching the
gland to transmitter enclosure.
The power/signal cable can also be
enclosed in an earth-grounded
metal conduit.
Do not run power supply/signal
wiring in the same conduit or cable
tray with AC power lines or with
relay actuated signal cables. Keep
power supply/signal wiring at least
6 ft (2 m) away from heavy electrical
equipment.

FIGURE 2-6. Power Supply/Current Loop Wiring

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 2.0
INSTALLATION

FIGURE 2-7. Power and Sensor Wiring Terminals and Wiring Label for Xmt-A-HT Panel Mount Enclosure.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 2.0
INSTALLATION

FIGURE 2-8. Power and Sensor Wiring Terminals and Wiring Label for Xmt-A-HT Pipe/Surface Mount Enclosure.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 3.0
SENSOR WIRING

SECTION 3.0
SENSOR WIRING

3.1 WIRING MODEL 499A OXYGEN, CHLORINE, MONOCHLORAMINE, AND OZONE SENSORS
All 499A sensors (499ADO, 499ATrDO, 499ACL-01, 499ACL-02, 499ACL-03, and 499AOZ) have identical wiring.
Use the pigtail wire and wire nuts provided with the sensor when more than one wire must be attached to a single termi-
nal.

FIGURE 3-1. Xmt-A-HT panel mount; 499A sensors FIGURE 3-2. Xmt-A-HT panel mount; 499A sensors
with standard cable with optimum EMI/RFI or Variopol cable

FIGURE 33. Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; 499A sen- FIGURE 3-4. Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; 499A sen-
sors with standard cable sors with optimum EMI/RFI or Variopol cable

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SENSOR WIRING

3.2 WIRING MODEL 499ACL-01 (Free Chlorine) SENSORS AND pH SENSORS


If free chlorine is being measured and the pH of the liquid varies more than 0.2 pH unit, a continuous correction for pH
must be applied to the chlorine reading. Therefore, a pH sensor must be wired to the transmitter. This section gives wiring
diagrams for the pH sensors typically used.
When using the 499ACL-01 (free chlorine) sensor with a pH sensor, use the RTD in the pH sensor for measuring
temperature. DO NOT use the RTD in the chlorine sensor.
The pH sensor RTD is needed for temperature measurement during buffer calibration. During normal operation, the RTD
in the pH sensor provides the temperature measurement required for the free chlorine membrane permeability correction.
Refer to the table to select the appropriate wiring diagram. Most of the wiring diagrams require that two or more shield
wires be attached to a single terminal. Use the pigtail wire and wire nuts provided with the chlorine sensor to make the con-
nection. Insulate and tape back unused wires.

Xmt-A-HT mounting Free chlorine sensor cable pH sensor Figure


Panel standard 399-09-62 3.5
standard 399-VP-09 3.6
standard 399-14 3.7
EMI/RFI or Variopol 399-09-62 3.8
EMI/RFI or Variopol 399-VP-09 3.9
EMI/RFI or Variopol 399-14 3.10
Wall/pipe standard 399-09-62 3.11
standard 399-VP-09 3.12
standard 399-14 3.13
EMI/RFI or Variopol 399-09-62 3.14
EMI/RFI or Variopol 399-VP-09 3.15
EMI/RFI or Variopol 399-14 3.16

FIGURE 3-5. Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine FIGURE 3-6. Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine
sensor with standard cable and 399-09-62 pH sensor. sensor with standard cable and 399-VP-09 pH sensor.

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SENSOR WIRING

FIGURE 3-8. Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine


FIGURE 3-7. Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine sensor with optimum EMI/RFI or Variopol cable
sensor with standard cable and 399-14 pH sensor. and 399-09-62 pH sensor.

FIGURE 3-9. Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine FIGURE 3-10. Xmt-A-HT panel mount; free chlorine
sensor with optimum EMI/RFI or Variopol and sensor with optimum EMI/RFI or Variopol
399-VP-09- pH sensor. 399-14 pH sensor.

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SENSOR WIRING

FIGURE 3-11. Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine FIGURE 3-12. Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine
sensor with standard cable and 399-09-62 pH sensor. sensor with standard cable and 399-VP-09 pH sensor.

FIGURE 3-14. Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free


FIGURE 3-13. Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine chlorine sensor with optimum EMI/RFI or Variopol
sensor with standard cable and 399-14 pH sensor. cable and 399-09-62 pH sensor.

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SENSOR WIRING

FIGURE 3-15. Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free


chlorine sensor with optimum EMI/RFI or Variopol
and 399-VP-09- pH sensor.
FIGURE 3-16. Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount; free chlorine sen-
sor with optimum EMI/RFI or Variopol 399-14 pH sensor.

3.3 WIRING MODEL Hx438, Gx448, AND Bx438 SENSORS

FIGURE 3-17. Xmt-A-HT panel mount with Hx438 or FIGURE 3-18. Xmt-A-HT wall/pipe mount with Hx438
Gx448 sensor. or Gx448 sensor.

FIGURE 3-19. Wiring Bx438 to Xmt-A-HT-10 FIGURE 3-20. Wiring Bx438 to Xmt-A-HT-11

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 4.0
INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION

SECTION 4.0
INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION

FIGURE 4-1. FM Intrinsically Safe Installation Label

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MODEL XMT-A-HT

FIGURE 4-2. FM Intrinsically Safe Installation Wiring (1 of 2)


INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION
SECTION 4.0
MODEL XMT-A-HT

FIGURE 4-2. FM Intrinsically Safe Installation Wiring (2 of 2)


INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION
SECTION 4.0

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 4.0
INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION

FIGURE 4-3. CSA Intrinsically Safe Installation Label

22
MODEL XMT-A-HT

FIGURE 4-4. CSA Intrinsically Safe Installation Wiring (1 of 2)


INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION
SECTION 4.0

23
24
MODEL XMT-A-HT

FIGURE 4-4. CSA Intrinsically Safe Installation Wiring (2 of 2)


INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION
SECTION 4.0
MODEL XMT-A-HT

FIGURE 4-5. Baseefa/ATEX Intrinsically Safe Installation Label


INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION
SECTION 4.0

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26
MODEL XMT-A-HT

FIGURE 4-6. Baseefa/ATEX Intrinsically Safe Installation Wiring (1 of 2)


INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION
SECTION 4.0
MODEL XMT-A-HT

FIGURE 4-6. Baseefa/ATEX Intrinsically Safe Installation Wiring (2 of 2)


INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION
SECTION 4.0

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 5.0
DISPLAY AND OPERATION

SECTION 5.0
DISPLAY AND OPERATION

5.1. DISPLAY
The Model Xmt-A-HT has a two-line
display. Generally, the user can pro-
gram the transmitter to show one of
two displays. If the transmitter has
been configured to measure free
chlorine with continuous pH correc-
tion, more displays are available.
Figure 5-1 shows the displays avail-
able for dissolved oxygen.
The transmitter has information
screens that supplement the data in
the main display. Press q to view
FIGURE 5-1. Displays During Normal Operation
the information screens. The first
information screen shows the type Screen A shows the dissolved oxygen reading, the temperature, and the out-
of measurement being made (oxy- put current generated by the transmitter. Screen B shows the same information
gen, ozone, free chlorine, total chlo- as screen A except the output current has been substituted with the raw sen-
rine, or monochloramine). The last sor current. Screen B is most useful while troubleshooting sensor problems.
information screen is the soft-
ware version number.
During calibration and program-
ming, key presses cause different
displays to appear. The displays are
self-explanatory and guide the user
step-by-step through the procedure.

5.2 KEYPAD
Figure 5-2 shows the Solu Comp
Xmt keypad.

FIGURE 5-2. Solu Comp Xmt Keypad


Four arrow keys move the cursor around the screen. A blinking word or numer-
al show the position of the cursor. The arrow keys are also used to change the
value of a numeral. Pressing ENTER stores numbers and settings and moves
the display to the next screen. Pressing EXIT returns to the previous screen
without storing changes. Pressing MENU always causes the main menu
screen to appear. Pressing MENU followed by EXIT causes the main display
to appear.

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DISPLAY AND OPERATION

5.3 PROGRAMMING AND CALIBRATING THE MODEL Xmt


- TUTORIAL
Setting up and calibrating the Model Xmt is easy. The following tutorial
describes how to move around in the programming menus. For practice, the
tutorial also describes how to assign values to the 4 and 20 mA output.

Calibrate Hold 1. If the menu screeen (shown at the left) is not already showing, press
Program Display MENU. Calibrate is blinking, which means the cursor is on Calibrate.
Calibrate Hold 2. To assign values to the current output, the Program sub-menu must be
Program Display open. Press q. The cursor moves to Program (Program blinking.)
Press ENTER. Pressing ENTER opens the Program sub-menu.
Output Temp 3. The Program sub-menu permits the user to configure and assign val-
Measurement >> ues to the 4-20 mA output, to test and trim the output, to change the
type of measurement from what was selected during Quick Start, to set
Security HART manual or automatic temperature correction for membrane permeability,
>> and to set security codes. When the sub-menu opens, Output is blink-
ing, which means the cursor is on Output. Press q or u (or any arrow
Noise Rejection
key) to move the cursor around the display. Move the cursor to >> and
ResetAnalyzer >> press ENTER to cause a second screen with more program items to
appear. There are three screens in the Program sub-menu. Pressing
>> and ENTER in the third screen cause the display to return to the first
screen (Output, Temp, Measurement).
4. For practice, assign values to the 4 and 20 mA output. Move the cursor
to Output and press ENTER.
Output? Test 5. The screen shown at left appears. Test is blinking. Move the cursor to
Configure Range Range and press ENTER.

Output Range? 6. The screen shown at left appears. + is blinking, which means the cursor
4mA +0.000ppm is on +.
a. To toggle between + and - press p or q.
b. To move from one digit to the next, press t or u.
c. To increase or decrease the value of a digit, press p or q.
d. To move the decimal point, press t or u until the cursor is on the
decimal point. Press p to move the decimal to the right. Press q to
move the decimal point to the left.
e. Press ENTER to store the number.
Output Range? 7. The screen shown at left appears. Use this screen to assign a full scale
20mA +10.00ppm value to the 20 mA output. Use the arrow keys to change the number to
the desired value. Press ENTER to store the setting.
Output? Test 8. The screen shown at left appears. To configure the output or to test the
Configure Range output, move the cursor to the appropriate place and press ENTER.
9. To return to the main menu, press MENU. To return to the main display,
press MENU then EXIT, or press EXIT repeatedly until the main display
appears. To return to the previous display, press EXIT.

NOTE
To store values or settings, press ENTER before pressing EXIT.

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DISPLAY AND OPERATION

5.4 SECURITY
5.4.1 How the Security Code Works
Use security codes to prevent accidental or unwanted changes to program settings, displays, and calibration. Two
three-digit security codes can be used to do the following…
a. Allow a user to view the default display and information screens only.
b. Allow a user access to the calibration and hold menus only.
c. Allow a user access to all the menus.

Enter Security 1. If a security code has been programmed, pressing MENU causes the
Code: 000
security screen to appear.
2. Enter the three-digit security code.
a. If a security code has been assigned to configure only, entering it will
unlock all the menus.
b. If separate security codes have been assigned to calibrate and con-
figure, entering the calibrate code will allow the user access to only
the calibrate and hold menus; entering the configuration code will
allow the user access to all menus.
Invalid Code 3. If the entered code is correct, the main menu screen appears. If the code
is incorrect, the Invalid Code screen appears. The Enter Security Code
screen reappears after two seconds.

5.4.2 Bypassing the Security Code


Enter 555. The main menu will open.

5.4.3 Setting a Security Code


See Section 7.6.

5.5 USING HOLD


5.5.1 Purpose
The transmitter output is always proportional to the process variable (oxygen, free chlorine, total chlorine, mono-
chloramine, or ozone). To prevent improper operation of control systems or dosing pumps, place the transmitter in
hold before removing the sensor for maintenance. Be sure to remove the transmitter from hold once the work is
complete and the sensor has been returned to the process liquid. During hold the transmitter current goes to the
value programmed by the user. Once in hold, the transmitter remains there indefinitely. While in hold, the word
"hold" appears periodically in the display.

5.5.2 Using the Hold Function

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Hold.
Program Display

Hold Outputs? 2. The Hold Output screen appears. Choose Yes to put the transmitter in
Yes No hold.
Output Range? 10.00mA 3. The top line in the display is the present current output. Use the arrow
Hold at 20.00mA keys to change the number in the second line to the desired current dur-
ing hold.
4. The main display screen appears.
5. To take the transmitter out of hole, repeat steps 1 and 2 and choose No
in step 2.

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OPERATION WITH MODEL 375

SECTION 6.0
OPERATION WITH MODEL 375

6.1 Note on Model 375 HART Communicator


The Model 375 HART Communicator is a product of Emerson Process Management, Rosemount Inc. This section
contains selected information on using the Model 375 with the Rosemount Analytical Model Xmt-A-HT Transmitter.
For complete information on the Model 375 Communicator, see the Model 375 instruction manual. For technical
support on the Model 375 Communicator, call Rosemount Inc. at (800) 999-9307 within the United States. Support
is available worldwide on the internet at http://rosemount.com.

6.2 Connecting the HART Communicator


Figure 6-1 shows how the Model 275 or 375 HART Communicator con- CAUTION
nects to the output lines from the Model Xmt-A-HT Transmitter.
For intrinsically safe CSA and FM
wiring connections, see the Model
375 instruction manual.

FIGURE 6-1. Connecting the HART Communicator

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OPERATION WITH MODEL 375

6.3 Operation
6.3.1 Off-line and On-line Operation
The Model 375 Communicator features off-line and on-line communications. On-line means the communicator is
connected to the transmitter in the usual fashion. While the communicator is on line, the operator can view meas-
urement data, change program settings, and read diagnostic messages. Off-line means the communicator is not
connected to the transmitter. When the communicator is off line, the operator can still program settings into the
communicator. Later, after the communicator has been connected to a transmitter, the operator can transfer the
programmed settings to the transmitter. Off-line operation permits settings common to several transmitters to be
easily stored in all of them.

6.3.2 Making HART related settings from the keypad

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Output Temp 2. Choose >>.


Measurement >>

Security HART 3. Choose HART.


>>

DevID PollAddrs 4. To display the device ID, choose DevID. To change the polling address,
Burst Preamble choose PollAddrs. To make burst mode settings, choose Burst. To
change the preamble count, choose Preamble.

6.3.3 Menu Tree


The menu tree for the Model 375 HART communicator is on the following page.

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OPERATION WITH MODEL 375

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Xmt-A-HT 375 Menu Tree
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Device setup
Process variables
View Fld Dev Vars
Oxygen *
Temp
Snsr Cur
pH #
pH mV #
GI #
Temp Res
View PV-Analog 1
PV is Oxygen *
PV
PV % rnge
PV AO
View SV
SV is Temp **
SV
View TV
TV is Snsr Cur ***
TV
View 4V
4V is Temp Res ****
4V
View Status
Diag/Service
Test device
Loop test
View Status
Master Reset
Fault History
Hold Mode
Calibration
Zero Main Sensor
Air Calibration
In-process Cal
Dual Range Cal #####
Adjust Temperature
pH 2-Pt Cal #
pH Auto Cal #
Standardize pH #
D/A trim

FIGURE 6-2. Xmt-A-HT HART/Model 375 Menu Tree

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OPERATION WITH MODEL 375

Diagnostic Vars
Oxygen
Snsr Cur
Sensitivity
Zero Current
pH Value #
pH mV #
pH Slope #
pH Zero Offset #
GI #
Temp
Temp Res
Noise rejection
Basic setup
Tag
PV Range Values
PV LRV
PV URV
PV
PV % rnge
Device information
Distributor
Model
Dev id
Tag
Date
Write protect
Snsr text
Descriptor
Message
Revision #'s
Universal rev
Fld dev rev
Software rev
Hardware rev
Detailed setup
Sensors
Oxygen *
Oxygen Unit [ppm, ppb, %sat, mmHg, inHg, atm, kPa, mbar, bar] *, *****
Oxygen Sensor [ADO, TRDO, SSDO1, SSDO2] ##
Salinity ###
Pressure Unit [mmHg, inHg, atm, kPa, mbar, bar] ##
Use process pressure for %saturation? [No, Yes] ###
Process pressure (Note: Valid only when process pressure is enabled)
Air cal pressure ## (read only)
Input filter
Sensor SST
Sensor SSS
Dual Range Cal [Disable, Enable] ####
FIGURE 6-2. Xmt-A-HT HART/Model 375 Menu Tree

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OPERATION WITH MODEL 375

pH #
pH Value
pH Comp [Auto, Manual]
Manual pH
Preamp loc [Sensor, Xmtr]
Autocal [Manual, Standard, DIN 19267, Ingold, Merck]
pH Slope
pH SST
pH SSS
pH Zero Offset Limit
pH Diagnostics
Diagnostics [Off, On]
GFH
GFL
Imped Comp [Off, On]
Temperature
Temp Comp [Auto, Manual]
Man. Temp
Temp unit [ºC, ºF]
Temp Snsr
Signal condition
LRV
URV
AO Damp
% rnge
Xfer fnctn
AO lo end point
AO hi end pt
Output condition
Analog output
AO
AO Alrm typ
Fixed
Fault mode [Fixed, Live]
Fault
Loop test
D/A trim
HART output
PV is Oxygen *
SV is Temp **
TV is Snsr Cur ***
4V is pH ****
Poll addr
Burst option [PV, %range/current, Process vars/crnt]
Burst mode [Off, On]
Num req preams
Num resp preams
FIGURE 6-2. Xmt-A-HT HART/Model 375 Menu Tree

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OPERATION WITH MODEL 375

Device information
Distributor
Model
Dev id
Tag
Date
Write protect
Snsr text
Descriptor
Message
Revision #'s
Universal rev
Fld dev rev
Software rev
Hardware rev
Local Display
AO LOI Units [mA, %]
LOI cfg code
LOI cal code
Noise rejection
Load Default Conf.
Review
Sensors
Outputs
Device information
PV
PV AO
PV LRV
PV URV
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Notes:
* Can be Oxygen, Free Cl, Ozone, Ttl Cl, or Chlrmn
** Can be *, Temp, pH, GI
*** Can be *, Snsr Cur, Temp, pH, GI
**** Can be *, Snsr Cur, Temp, pH, GI, Temp Res, Not Used
***** Units for Ozone can be ppm or ppb. For any of the chlorines, unit is
always ppm.

# Valid when PV = Free Cl


## Valid when PV = Oxygen
### Valid when PV = Oxygen and unit = %sat
#### Valid when PV = Free Cl, Ttl Cl, or Chlrmn
##### Valid when Dual Range Cal = Enable

FIGURE 6-2. Xmt-A-HT HART/Model 375 Menu Tree

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SECTION 7.0
PROGRAMMING THE TRANSMITTER

7.1 GENERAL
This section describes how to program the transmitter using the keypad.
1. Configure and assign values to the 4-20 mA output.
2. Test and trim the current output.
3. Select the measurement to be made (oxygen, ozone, free chlorine, total chlorine, or monochloramine).
4. Choose temperature units and automatic or manual temperature mode.
5. Set a security code.
6. Make certain settings relating to HART communication.
7. Program the transmitter for maximum reduction of environmental noise.

Default settings are shown in Table 7-1. To change a default setting, refer to the section listed in the table. To return the
transmitter to the default settings, see Section 7.9.

7.2 CHANGING START-UP SETTINGS


When the Solu Comp Xmt is powered up for the first time, startup screens appear. The screens prompt the user to
enter the measurement being made and if oxygen was selected, to identify the sensor being used, to select automat-
ic or manual pH correction (free chlorine only) and to select temperature units. If incorrect settings were entered at
startup, enter the correct settings now. To change the measurement, refer to Section 7.4.

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TABLE 7-1. Default Settings

Table 7-1 continued on following page

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TABLE 7-1. Default Settings (continued)

7.3 CONFIGURING AND RANGING THE OUTPUT


7.3.1 Purpose
1. Configuring an output means
a. displaying the output reading in units of mA or percent of full scale.
b. changing the time constant for output dampening.
c. assigning the value the output current will take if the transmitter detects a fault in itself or the sensor.
2. Ranging the output means assigning values to the 4 mA and 20 mA outputs.
3. Testing an output means entering a test value from the keypad to check the operation of recorders or controllers.
4. Trimming an output means calibrating the 4 and 20 mA current outputs against a referee milliammeter.

7.3.2 Definitions
1. CURRENT OUTPUT. The transmitter provides a continuous 4-20 mA output current directly proportional to the
concentration of oxygen, ozone, chlorine, or monochloramine in the sample.
2. FAULT. The transmitter continuously monitors itself and the sensor for faults. If the transmitter detects a fault, the
4-20 mA output can be programmed to go to a fixed value or it can be programmed to continue to display the live
current reading. In any event Fault appears intermittently in the second line of the display.
3. DAMPEN. Output dampening smooths out noisy readings. But it also increases the response time of the output. To
estimate the time (in minutes) required for the output to reach 95% of the final reading following a step change, divide
the setting by 20. Thus, a setting of 140 means that, following a step change, the output takes about seven minutes
to reach 95% of final reading. The output dampen setting does not affect the response time of the process display. The
maximum setting is 255.
4. TEST. The transmitter can be programmed to generate a test current.

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7.3.3 Procedure: Configuring the Output

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Output Temp 2. Choose Output.


Measurement° >>

Output? Test 3. Choose Configure.


Configure Range

Configure? Fault 4. Choose Fault.


mA/% Damping

Set to value? 5. Choose Fixed or Live.


Fixed Live

Current Output 6. If you chose Fixed, the screen at left appears. Use the arrow keys to change the
if Fault:22.00mA fault current to the desired value. The limits are 4.00 to 22.00 mA. If you chose
Live, there are no settings to make.

Configure? Fault 7. The screen at left appears. Choose mA/%.


mA/% Damping

Display Ouput? 8. Choose mA or percent. Percent means the display will show percent of full scale
mA percent reading.

Configure? Fault 9. The screen at left appears. Choose Damping.


mA/% Damping

Damping? 000−255 10. Use the arrow keys to change the blinking display to the desired time constant.
000 sec

7.3.4 Procedure: Ranging the output

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Output Temp 2. Choose Output.


Measurement° >>

Output? Test 3. Choose Range.


Configure Range

Output range? 4. Assign a value to the 4 mA output and press ENTER. Then assign a value to the
4mA 0.000ppm 20 mA output. Press ENTER. Use the arrow keys to change the flashing display
to the desired value.

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7.3.5 Procedure: Testing the output

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Output Temp 2. Choose Output.


Measurement° >>

Output? Test 3. Choose Test.


Configure Range

Test Output 4. Choose Test Output.


Trim Output

Current Output 5. Use the arrow keys to change the displayed current to the desired value. Press
for Test:12.00mA ENTER. The output will change to the value just entered.

6. To return to normal operation, press EXIT. The output will return to the value deter-
mined by the process variable.

7. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

7.3.6 Procedure: Trimming the output

1. Connect an accurate milliammeter in series with the current output.

Calibrate Hold 2. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Output Temp 3. Choose Output.


Measurement >>

Output? Test 4. Choose Test.


Configure Range

Test Output 5. Choose Trim Output.


Trim Output

Meter reading: 6. The output goes to 4.00 mA. If the milliammeter does not read 4.00 mA, use the
04.00mA arrow keys to change the display to match the current measured by the mil-
liammeter.

Meter reading: 7. The output goes to 20.00 mA. If the milliammeter does not read 20.00 mA, use
20.00mA the arrow keys to change the display to match the current measured by the mil-
liammeter.

Trim Complete 8. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

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7.4 CHOOSING AND CONFIGURING THE ANALYTICAL MEASUREMENT


7.4.1 Purpose
This section describes how to do the following:
1. Configure the transmitter to measure oxygen, ozone, free chlorine, total chlorine, or monochloramine.
2. Choose the concentration units to be displayed
3. Set an input filter for the raw sensor current.
4. If oxygen was selected, there are additional selections to make.
a. identify the type of sensor being used
b. choose the units in which barometric pressure will be displayed
c. select a process pressure for calculating % saturation
d. enter the salinity of the process liquid
5. If free chlorine was selected, there are additional selections and settings to make.
a. choose automatic or manual pH correction
b. configure the pH sensor if automatic pH correction was selected
c. choose single or dual slope calibration
6. If total chlorine was selected, single or dual slope calibration must also be specified.

7.4.2 Definitions
1. MEASUREMENT. The transmitter can be configured to measure dissolve oxygen (ppm and ppb level), free chlorine,
total chlorine, monochloramine, and ozone.
2. FREE CHLORINE. Free chlorine is the product of adding sodium hypochlorite (bleach) or chlorine gas to fresh water.
Free chlorine is the sum of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) and hypochlorite ion (OCl-).
3. TOTAL CHLORINE. Total chlorine is the sum of free and combined chlorine. Combined chlorine generally refers to
chlorine oxidants in which chlorine is combined with ammonia or organic amines. The term total chlorine also refers to
other chlorine oxidants such as chlorine dioxide. To measure total chlorine, the sample must first be treated with acetic
acid and potassium iodide. Total chlorine reacts with iodide to produce an equivalent amount of iodine, which the sen-
sor measures.
4. MONOCHLORAMINE. Monochloramine (NH2Cl) is commonly used in the United States for disinfecting drinking water.
It is made by first treating the water with ammonia followed by just the exact amount of chlorine to completely react
with the ammonia. Monochloramine is a useful disinfectant in waters that have a tendency to produce trihalomethanes
(THMs) when treated free chlorine.
5. BAROMETRIC PRESSURE (DISSOLVED OXYGEN ONLY). Dissolved oxygen sensors are usually calibrated by
exposing them to air. The sensor current in air is exactly the same as the current when the sensor is in water saturat-
ed with air. The maximum solubility of atmospheric oxygen in water depends on temperature and barometric pressure.
A temperature device in the oxygen sensor measures temperature. The user must enter the barometric pressure.
6. PERCENT SATURATION (DISSOLVED OXYGEN ONLY). Percent saturation is the ratio of the concentration of dis-
solved oxygen in a sample to the maximum amount of oxygen the sample can hold at the same temperature. Pressure
also affects the percent saturation. Usually, percent saturation is calculated using the barometric pressure during cal-
ibration. If the user desires, percent saturation can also be calculated using the process pressure.

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7. SALINITY (DISSOLVED OXYGEN ONLY). The solubility of oxygen in water depends on the concentration of dis-
solved salts in water. Increasing the concentration decreases the solubility. If the salt concentration is greater than
about 1000 ppm, the accuracy of the measurement can be improved by applying a salinity correction. Enter the salin-
ity as parts per thousand. One percent is ten parts per thousand.
8. pH CORRECTION (FREE CHLORINE ONLY). Free chlorine is the sum of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) and hypochlorite
ion (OCl-). The relative amount of each depends on pH. As pH increases, the fraction of free chlorine present as HOCl
decreases and the fraction present as OCl- increases. Because the sensor responds only to HOCl, a correction is nec-
essary to convert the sensor current into a free chlorine reading. The Solu Comp Xmt uses both automatic and man-
ual pH correction. In automatic pH correction the transmitter continuously monitors the pH of the sample and corrects
the free chlorine reading for changes in pH. In manual pH correction, the user enters the pH of the sample. Generally,
if the pH varies more than about 0.2 units over short periods of time, automatic pH correction is best. If the pH is rel-
atively steady or subject only to seasonal changes, manual pH correction is adequate.
9. pH SETTINGS (FREE CHLORINE ONLY). If you are measuring free chlorine with continuous (automatic) pH correc-
tion, there are additional pH settings to make.
a. PREAMPLIFIER. The raw pH signal is a high impedance voltage. A voltage follower or preamplifier, located either
in the sensor or transmitter, converts the high impedance signal into a low impedance one. Normally, high imped-
ance signals should be sent no further than about 15 feet.
b. REFERENCE OFFSET. Ideally, a pH sensor in pH 7 buffer should have a voltage of 0 mV. The difference between
the measured voltage in pH 7 buffer and the ideal value is the reference offset. Typically, the reference offset is
less than 60 mV.
c. DIAGNOSTICS. The Solu Comp Xmt continuously monitors the pH sensor for faults. If it detects a fault, the trans-
mitter displays a fault message.
d. GLASS IMPEDANCE. The transmitter monitors the condition of the pH-sensitive glass membrane in the sensor by
continuously measuring the impedance across the membrane. Typical impedance is between 100 and 500 MΩ.
Low impedance (<10 MΩ) implies the glass bulb has cracked and the sensor must be replaced. An extremely high
impedance (>1000 MΩ) implirs the sensor is aging and may soon need replacement. High impedance might also
mean that the glass membrane is no longer immersed in the process liquid.
10. DUAL SLOPE CALIBRATION (FREE AND TOTAL CHLORINE ONLY). The Model 499ACL-01 (free chlorine) and
499ACL-02 (total chlorine) sensors lose sensitivity at high concentrations of chlorine. The Solu Comp Xmt has a dual
slope feature that allows the user to compensate for the non-linearity of the sensor. For the vast majority of applica-
tions, dual slope calibration is unnecessary.
11. INPUT FILTER. The raw sensor current can be filtered to reduce noise. Filtering also increases the response time. The
filter is the time required for the input to reach 63% of its final reading following a step change.

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7.4.3 Procedure: Measurement

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Outputs Temp 2. Choose Measurement.


Measurement° >>

Measurement type 3. Choose Measurement type (oxygen, ozone, free chlorine, total chlorine, or
Oxygen Ozone >> monochloramine).

4. The screen appearing next depends on the selection made in step 3.


a. If you chose oxygen, go to step 5a.
b. If you chose ozone, go to step 6a.
c. If you chose free chlorine, go to step 7a.
d. If you chose total chlorine, go to step 8a.
e. If you chose monochloramine, go to step 9a.

Manufacturer? 5a. Identify the manufacturer of the oxygen sensor: Rosemount or Other.
Rosemount Other

Application? 5b. Identify the application: water or wastewater, trace oxygen, or biopharm. Move
Water/Waste >> the cursor to >> and press ENTER to move to the next screen.

units? 5c. Choose the units in which results are to be displayed: ppm, ppb, partialPress, or
ppm %sat ppb >> %sat. Select >> to view the next screen. If you chose partialPress, the partial
pressure and the barometric pressure used in air calibration will be displayed in
the pressure units selected below.

Pressure units? 5d. Choose pressure units: mm Hg, in Hg, atm, kPa, bar, or mbar.
mmHg inHg atm >>

Use processPress 5e. If percent saturation is to be calculated using the process pressure, choose Yes
for %satn? Yes No
and go to step 5f. If percent saturation is to be calculated using the barometric
pressure during air calibration, choose No. If you chose No, the screen changes
to the screen in step 5g.

Process pressure 5f. Enter the desired pressure.


%sat: 760mmHg

Input filter? 5g. Enter the time constant for the input filter.
63% in 005sec

Salinity, parts/ 5h. Enter the salinity in parts per thousand.


thousand? 20.0

5i. To return to the main display press MENU then EXIT.

units? 6a. If you chose ozone, select the units in which the ozone concentration is to be displayed.
ppm ppb

Input filter? 6b. Enter the time constant for the input filter.
63% in 005sec

6c. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

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pH Comp? 7a. For free chlorine, choose auto or manual pH correction. If you chose auto,
Auto Manual you must also configure the pH sensor. Go to step 7b. If you chose manual, go
to step 7k.

Use Preamp in? 7b. Identify the location of the pre-amplifier for the pH sensor. Is it in the transmitter
Xmtr Sensor/JBox (Xmtr) or in the sensor or junction box (Sensor/Jbox)?
pH sensor pre-amplifier location
399-09-62 Sensor/JBox
399VP-09 Sensor/JBox
399-14 Xmtr

Max pH reference 7c. Select a maximum value for the pH sensor reference offset.
offset: 060mV

Diagnostic msgs? 7d. Activate diagnostic messages. Even if diagnostic messages are turned off, the
On Off current pulses used to measure diagnostics will still be operating.

GlassZ temp 7e. Turn on or turn off the temperature correction for the glass membrane imped-
correct On Off ance measurement. Keeping the temperature correction on is recommended.

Glass fault low 7f. Select a value at which the low glass impedance fault message will be shown.
value: 0010mΩ The default value is 0010 MΩ.

Glass fault high 7g. Select a value at which the high glass impedance fault message will be shown.
value: 1000mΩ The default value is 1000 MΩ.

Input filter?
7h. Enter the time constant for the input filter.
63% in 005sec

Cal Slope? 7i. Choose single or dual slope calibration. For the vast majority of applications,
Single Dual dual slope calibration is unnecessary.

7j. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

Manual pH 7k. If you choose manual pH correction, enter the desired pH. The transmitter will
07.00pH use this value in all subsequent calculations no matter what the true pH is.

Input filter?
7l. Enter the time constant for the input filter.
63% in 005sec

Cal Slope? 7m. Choose single or dual slope calibration. For the vast majority of applications,
Single Dual dual slope calibration is unnecessary.

7n. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

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Cl Cal Slope? 8a. If you chose total chlorine, select single or dual slope calibration. For the vast
Single Dual majority of applications, dual slope calibration is unnecessary.

Input filter? 8b. Enter the time constant for the input filter.
63% in 005sec

8c. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

Input filter? 9a. If you chose monochloramine, enter the time constant for the input filter.
63% in 005sec

9b. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

7.5 MAKING TEMPERATURE SETTINGS


7.5.1 Purpose
This section describes how to do the following:
1. Choose temperature units (°C or °F).
2. Choose automatic or manual temperature correction for membrane permeability.
3. Choose automatic or manual temperature compensation for pH (pH settings apply to free chlorine only).
4. Enter a temperature for manual temperature compensation.

7.5.2 Definitions — oxygen, ozone, chlorine, and monochloramine


1. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CORRECTION. Membrane-covered amperometric sensors produce a current directly
proportional to the rate the analyte (the substance being measured) diffuses through the membrane. The diffusion
rate is proportional to the concentration of analyte and the temperature. As temperature increases, membrane per-
meability increases. Thus, an increase in temperature will cause the sensor current to increase even though the
analyte level remained constant. A correction equation in the transmitter software automatically corrects for changes
in membrane permeability. In automatic temperature correction, the transmitter uses the temperature measured by
the sensor for the correction.
2. MANUAL TEMPERATURE CORRECTION. In manual temperature correction the transmitter uses the temperature
entered by the user for the membrane permeability correction. It does not use the actual process temperature. Do
NOT use manual temperature correction unless the measurement and calibration temperatures differ by no more
than about 2°C. Manual temperature correction is useful only if the sensor temperature element has failed and a
replacement sensor is not available.

7.5.3 Definitions — pH
1. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION. The transmitter uses a temperature-dependent factor to convert
measured cell voltage to pH. In automatic temperature compensation, the transmitter measures the temperature and
automatically calculates the correct conversion factor. For maximum accuracy, use automatic temperature compen-
sation.
2. MANUAL TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION. In manual temperature compensation, the transmitter converts meas-
ured voltage to pH using the temperature entered by the user. It does not use the actual process temperature. Do
NOT use manual temperature compensation unless the process temperature varies no more than about ±2°C or the
pH is between 6 and 8. Manual temperature compensation is useful if the sensor temperature element has failed
and a replacement sensor is not available.

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7.5.3 Procedure: Temperature settings

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Outputs Temp 2. Choose Temp.


Measurement >>
3. Choose °C/°F to change the display units. Choose Live/Manual to turn on (Live) or
Config Temp?
turn off (Manual) automatic temperature correction for membrane permeability
°C/F Live/Manual and automatic temperature compensation for pH.
a. If you chose °C/°F, select °C or °F.
b. If you chose Live/Manual, select Live or Manual.
c. If you chose Manual, enter the temperature in the next screen. The tempera-
ture entered in this step will be used in all subsequent measurements, no mat-
ter what the process temperature is.

4. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

7.6 SETTING A SECURITY CODE


7.6.1 Purpose
This section describes how to set a security code. There are three levels of security:
a. A user can view the default display and information screens only.
b. A user has access to the calibration and hold menus only.
c. A user has access to all menus.
The security code is a three-digit number. The table shows what happens when security codes are assigned to Calib
(calibration) and Config (configure). In the table XXX and YYY are the assigned security codes. To bypass security,
enter 555.
Code assignments
Calib Config What happens
000 XXX User enters XXX and has access to all menus.
XXX YYY User enters XXX and has access to calibration and hold menus only. User enters YYY and has access to all menus.
XXX 000 User needs no security code to have access to all menus.
000 000 User needs no security code to have access to all menus.

7.6.2 Procedure: Setting a security code

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Outputs Temp 2. Choose >>.


Measurement >>

Security HART 3. Choose Security.


>>

Lock? 4. Choose Calib or Config.


Calib Config a. If you chose Calib, enter a three-digit security code.
b. If you chose Config, enter a three-digit security code.

5. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

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7.7 MAKING HART RELATED SETTINGS


For more information refer to Section 6.0.

7.8 NOISE REDUCTION


7.8.1 Purpose
For maximum noise reduction, the frequency of the ambient AC power must be entered.

7.8.2 Procedure: Noise reduction

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Outputs Temp 2. Choose >>.


Measurement >>

Security HART 3. Choose >>.


>>

Noise Rejection 4. Choose Noise Reduction.


ResetTransmitter >>

Ambient AC Power 5. Select the frequency of the ambient AC power.


60Hz 50Hz

6. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

7.9 RESETTING FACTORY CALIBRATION AND FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS


7.9.1 Purpose
This section describes how to install factory calibration and default values. The process also clears all fault messages
and returns the display to the first quick start screen.

7.9.2 Procedure: Installing default settings

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Program.
Program Display

Outputs Temp 2. Choose >>.


Measurement >>

Security HART 3. Choose >>.


>>

Noise Rejection 4. Choose ResetTransmitter.


ResetTransmitter >>

Load factory 5. Choose Yes or No. Choosing Yes clears previous settings and calibrations and
returns the transmitter to the first quick start screen.
settings? Yes No

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7.10 SELECTING A DEFAULT SCREEN AND SCREEN CONTRAST


7.10.1 Purpose
This section describes how to do the following:
1. Set a default screen. The default screen is the screen shown during normal operation. The Solu Comp Xmt allows
the user to choose from a number of screens. Which screens are available depends on the measurement the trans-
mitter is making.
2. Change the screen contrast.

7.10.2 Procedure: Choosing a display screen.

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Display.
Program Display

Default Display 2. Choose Default Display.


Display Contrast

3. Press ê until the desired screen appears. Press ENTER.

4. The display returns to the screen in step 2. Press MENU then EXIT to return to
the main display.

7.10.3 Procedure: Changing screen contrast.

Calibrate Hold 1. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Display.
Program Display

Default Display 2. Choose Display Contrast.


Display Contrast

Display contrast 3. To increase the contrast, select darker. Press ENTER. Each key press increases
Lighter Darker the contrast. To reduce the contrast, select lighter, Press ENTER. Each key press
decreases the contrast.

4. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

NOTE:
Screen contrast can also be adjusted from the main display. Press MENU and é at
the same time to increase contrast. Press MENU and ê at the same time to decrease
contrast. Repeatedly pressing the arrow key increases or reduces the contrast.

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SECTION 8.0
CALIBRATION — TEMPERATURE

8.1 INTRODUCTION
All five amperometric sensors (oxygen, ozone, free chlorine, total chlorine, and monochloramine) are membrane-
covered sensors. As the sensor operates, the analyte (the substance to be determined) diffuses through the mem-
brane and is consumed at an electrode immediately behind the membrane. The reaction produces a current that
depends on the rate at which the analyte diffuses through the membrane. The diffusion rate, in turn, depends on the
concentration of the analyte and how easily it passes through the membrane (the membrane permeability). Because
the membrane permeability is a function of temperature, the sensor current will change if the temperature changes.
To correct for changes in sensor current caused by temperature, the transmitter automatically applies a membrane
permeability correction. Although the membrane permeability is different for each sensor, the change is about 3%/°C
at 25°C, so a 1°C error in temperature produces about a 3% error in the reading.
Temperature plays an additional role in oxygen measurements. Oxygen sensors are calibrated by exposing them
to water-saturated air, which, from the point of view of the sensor, is equivalent to water saturated with atmospheric
oxygen (see Section 9.0 for more information). During calibration, the transmitter calculates the solubility of atmos-
pheric oxygen in water using the following steps. First, the transmitter measures the temperature. From the tem-
perature, the transmitter calculates the vapor pressure of water and, using the barometric pressure, calculates the
partial pressure of atmospheric oxygen. Once the transmitter knows the partial pressure, it calculates the equilib-
rium solubility of oxygen in water using a temperature-dependent factor called the Bunsen coefficient. Overall, a
1°C error in the temperature measurement produces about a 2% error in the solubility calculated during calibra-
tion and about the same error in subsequent measurements.
Temperature is also important in the pH measurement required to correct free chlorine readings.
1. The transmitter uses a temperature dependent factor to convert measured cell voltage to pH. Normally, a slight
inaccuracy in the temperature reading is unimportant unless the pH reading is significantly different from 7.00.
Even then, the error is small. For example, at pH 12 and 25°C, a 1°C error produces a pH error less than ±0.02.
2. During auto calibration, the transmitter recognizes the buffer being used and calculates the actual pH of the
buffer at the measured temperature. Because the pH of most buffers changes only slightly with temperature,
reasonable errors in temperature do not produce large errors in the buffer pH. For example, a 1°C error caus-
es at most an error of ±0.03 in the calculated buffer pH.
Without calibration the accuracy of the temperature measurement is about ±0.4°C. Calibrate the transmitter if
1. ±0.4°C accuracy is not acceptable
2. the temperature measurement is suspected of being in error. Calibrate temperature by making the transmit-
terreading match the temperature measured with a standard thermometer.

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8.2 PROCEDURE: CALIBRATING TEMPERATURE


1. Remove the sensor from the process liquid. Place it in an insulated container of water along with a calibrated
thermometer. Submerge at least the bottom two inches of the sensor. Stir continuously.
2. Allow the sensor to reach thermal equilibrium. For some sensors, the time constant for a change in tempera-
ture is 5 min., so it may take as long as 30 min. for temperature equilibration.
3. Change the Solu Comp Xmt display to match the calibrated thermometer using the procedure below.

Calibrate Hold 4. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 5. Choose Temp.


Measurement Temp

6. If transmitter was programmed in Section 7.5 to use the actual process


temperature, go to step 7.
If the transmitter was programmed to use a temperature entered by the
user, go to step 9.

Live 25.0ºC 7. To calibrate the temperature, change the number in the second line to
Cal +025.0ºC match the temperature measured with the standard thermometer.
Press ENTER.

8. Press MENU then EXIT to return to the main display.

Manual Temp? 9. If the temperature value shown in the display is not correct, use the
+25.0ºC arrow keys to change it to the desired value. The transmitter will use the
temperature entered in this step in all measurements and calculations,
no matter what the true temperature is.

10. Press MENU then EXIT to return to the main display.

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CALIBRATION — DISSOLVED OXYGEN

SECTION 9.0
CALIBRATION — DISSOLVED OXYGEN

9.1 INTRODUCTION
As Figure 9-1 shows, oxygen sensors generate a current directly proportional to the concentration of dissolved
oxygen in the sample. Calibrating the sensor requires exposing it to a solution containing no oxygen (zero stan-
dard) and to a solution containing a known amount of oxygen (full-scale standard).
The zero standard is necessary because oxygen sensors, even when no oxygen is present in the sample, gener-
ate a small current called the residual current. The transmitter compensates for the residual current by subtracting
it from the measured current before converting the result to a dissolved oxygen value. New sensors require zero-
ing before being placed in service, and sensors should be zeroed whenever the electrolyte solution is replaced.
The recommended zero standard is 5% sodium sulfite in water, although oxygen-free nitrogen can also be used.
The Model 499A TrDO sensor, used for the determination of trace (ppb) oxygen levels, has very low resid-
ual current and does not normally require zeroing. The residual current in the 499A TrDO sensor is equivalent
to less than 0.5 ppb oxygen.
The purpose of the full-scale standard is to establish the slope of the calibration curve. Because the solubility of
atmospheric oxygen in water as a function of temperature and barometric pressure is well known, the natural
choice for a full-scale standard is air-saturated water. However, air-saturated water is difficult to prepare and use,
so the universal practice is to use air for calibration. From the point of view of the oxygen sensor, air and air-sat-
urated water are identical. The equivalence comes about because the sensor really measures the chemical poten-
tial of oxygen. Chemical potential is the force that causes oxygen molecules to diffuse from the sample into the
sensor where they can be measured. It is also the force that causes oxygen molecules in air to dissolve in water
and to continue to dissolve until the water is saturated with oxygen. Once the water is saturated, the chemical
potential of oxygen in the two phases (air and water) is the same.
Oxygen sensors generate a current directly proportional to the rate at which oxygen molecules diffuse through a
membrane stretched over the end of the sensor. The diffusion rate depends on the difference in chemical poten-
tial between oxygen in the sensor and oxygen in the sample. An electrochemical reaction, which destroys any oxy-
gen molecules entering the sensor, keeps the concentration (and the chemical potential) of oxygen inside the sen-
sor equal to zero. Therefore, the chemical potential of oxygen in the sample alone determines the diffusion rate
and the sensor current.
When the sensor is calibrated, the chemical potential of oxygen in the standard determines the sensor current.
Whether the sensor is calibrated in air or air-saturated water is immaterial. The chemical potential of oxygen is the
same in either phase. Normally, to make the calculation of solubility in common units (like ppm DO) simpler, it is
convenient to use water-saturated air for calibration.
Automatic air calibration is standard. The user simply exposes the sensor to water-saturated air. The transmitter
monitors the sensor current. When the current is stable, the transmitter stores the current and measures the tem-
perature using a temperature element inside the oxygen sensor. The user must enter the barometric pressure.
From the temperature the transmitter calculates the satu-
ration vapor pressure of water. Next, it calculates the pres-
sure of dry air by subtracting the vapor pressure from the
barometric pressure. Using the fact that dry air always con-
tains 20.95% oxygen, the transmitter calculates the partial
pressure of oxygen. Once the transmitter knows the partial
pressure of oxygen, it uses the Bunsen coefficient to cal-
culate the equilibrium solubility of atmospheric oxygen in
water at the prevailing temperature. At 25°C and 760 mm
Hg, the equilibrium solubility is 8.24 ppm.
Often it is too difficult or messy to remove the sensor from
the process liquid for calibration. In this case, the sensor
can be calibrated against a measurement made with a
portable laboratory instrument. The laboratory instrument
typically uses a membrane-covered amperometric sensor
that has been calibrated against water-saturated air. FIGURE 9-1. Sensor Current as a Function of
Dissolved Oxygen Concentration

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CALIBRATION — DISSOLVED OXYGEN

9.2 PROCEDURE — ZEROING THE SENSOR


1. Place the sensor in a fresh solution of 5% sodium sulfite (Na2SO3) in water. Be sure air bubbles are not
trapped against the membrane. The current will drop rapidly at first and then gradually reach a stable zero
value. To monitor the sensor current, go to the main display and press ê until the input current screen appears.
Note the units: nA is nanoamps, µA is microamps. The table gives typical zero currents for Rosemount
Analytical sensors.
Sensor Zero Current
499ADO <50 nA
499ATrDO <5 nA
Hx438 and Gx448 <1 nA

A new sensor or a sensor in which the electrolyte solution has been replaced may require several hours (occa-
sionally as long as overnight) to reach a minimum current. DO NOT START THE ZERO ROUTINE UNTIL THE
SENSOR HAS BEEN IN ZERO SOLUTION FOR AT LEAST TWO HOURS.

Calibrate Hold 2. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 3. Choose Oxygen.


Oxygen Temp

Cal? AirCal 4. Choose Zero.


InProcess Zero

Live 200nA 5. The screen at left appears. The top line is the raw sensor current.
Zeroing Wait

Live 0.000ppm 6. Once the reading is stable, the screen at left appears. Sensor zero is
Sensor Zero Done complete and the transmitter has stored the zero current. The screen
remains until the operator presses MENU then EXIT to return to the
main display.
NOTE
Pressing ENTER during the zero step will cause the transmitter to
use the present sensor current as the zero current. If the sensor is
zeroed before the current has reach a minimum stable value, sub-
sequent readings will be in error.

Sensor Zero Fail 7. This screen appears if the zero current is extremely high. See Section
Current too high 17 for troubleshooting. To repeat the zero step, press EXIT and choose
Zero.

Possible ZeroErr 8. This screen appears if the zero current is moderately high. To continue,
Proceed? Yes No choose Yes. To repeat the zero step choose No. See Section 15 for trou-
bleshooting.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 9.0
CALIBRATION — DISSOLVED OXYGEN

9.3 PROCEDURE - CALIBRATING THE SENSOR IN AIR


1. Remove the sensor from the process liquid. Use a soft tissue and a stream of water from a wash bottle to clean
the membrane. Blot dry. The membrane must be dry during air calibration.
2. Pour some water in a beaker and suspend the sensor with the membrane about 0.5 inch (1 cm) above the wa-
ter surface. To avoid drift caused by temperature changes, keep the sensor out of the direct sun.
3. Monitor the dissolved oxygen reading and the temperature. Once readings have stopped drifting begin the cal-
ibration. It may take 5-10 minutes for the sensor reading to stabilize. Stabilization time may be even longer if
the process temperature is appreciably different from the air temperature. For an accurate calibration, the tem-
perature measured by the sensor must be stable.

Calibrate Hold 4. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 5. Choose Oxygen.


Oxygen Temp

Cal? AirCal 6. Choose AirCal.


InProcess Zero

AirCal? 7. To continue air calibration, choose EnterPress and go to step 8. To


change the stabilization criteria for air calibration or to enter a salinity dif-
EnterPress Setup
ferent from the default value (0.0 parts per thousand), choose Setup and
go to step 12.

Air Calibrate 8. Enter the barometric pressure.


Press 760.0mmHg NOTE
Be sure to enter the actual barometric pressure. Weather forecast-
ers and airports usually report barometric pressure corrected to sea
level; they do not report the actual barometric pressure. To estimate
barometric pressure from altitude, see Appendix A.

Live 8.00ppm 9. The display changes to the screen shown at left. The live reading is the
AirCal Wait concentration of dissolved oxygen based on the previous calibration.
Wait flashes until the reading meets the stability criteria programmed in
step 12.

Live 8.00ppm 10. The screen at left appears once calibration is complete. The concentra-
Air Cal Done tion of oxygen in the display is the equilibrium solubility of atmsopheric
oxygen in water. The transmitter automatically calculates the solubility
from the measured temperature and the barometric pressure entered by
the user. The transmitter also assumes that the sensor is in water-satu-
rated air when the calibration is done. To return to the main display press
MENU then EXIT.

Air Cal Failure 11. This screen appears if the sensitivity (sensor current divided by concen-
Check sensor tration) is much higher or lower than expected. See Section 15 for trou-
bleshooting. To repeat the calibration step, choose No. To continue
choose Yes.

Procedure continued on following page.

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CALIBRATION — DISSOLVED OXYGEN

9.3 PROCEDURE - CALIBRATING THE SENSOR IN AIR (continued)

Air Stabilize 12. If you chose Setup in step 6, the screen at left appears. This screen and
Time: 10sec the following one let you change the stabilization criteria for air calibra-
tion. The transmitter will not complete an air calibration until the drift is
less than a certain amount in a specified period of time. The default
value is 0.02 ppm in 10 seconds.
Restart time if a. Enter the desired stabilization time.
Change > 0.02ppm b. Enter the minimum amount the reading is permitted to change in the
time specified in step 12a.

Salinity, parts/ 13. Enter the desired salinity in parts per thousand.
thousand? 00.0

14. To return to the main display press MENU then EXIT.

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CALIBRATION — DISSOLVED OXYGEN

9.4 PROCEDURE - CALIBRATING THE SENSOR AGAINST A STANDARD INSTRUMENT


The sensor can be calibrated against a standard instrument. For oxygen sensors installed in aeration basins in
waste treatment plants, calibration against a second instrument is often preferred. For an accurate calibration be
sure that . . .
1. The standard instrument has been zeroed and calibrated against water-saturated air following the manufac-
turer's instructions.
2. The standard sensor is immersed in the liquid as close to the process sensor as possible.
3. Adequate time is allowed for the standard sensor to stabilize before calibrating the process instrument.

Calibrate Hold 4. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 5. Choose Oxygen.


Oxygen Temp

Cal? AirCal 6. Choose InProcess.


InProcess Zero

Wait for 7. The screen at left appears for two seconds.


Stable reading.

Stable? 10.00ppm 8. The screen at left appears. The number in the first line is the concentra-
Press enter. tion of dissolved oxygen based on the previous calibration. Wait until the
reading is stable, then press ENTER.

Take sample; 9. The screen at left appears. Press ENTER. The transmitter will store the
Press enter. present sensor current and temperature and use those values in the cal-
ibration.

Sample 10.00ppm 10. Use the arrow keys to change the value in the second line to match the
Cal 10.00ppm reading of the standard instrument. To return to the main display press
MENU then EXIT.

Calibration 11. This screen appears momentarily if the sensitivity (sensor current divid-
Error ed by concentration) is much higher or lower than expected. The display
then returns to the screen in step 5. See Section 15 for troubleshooting.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 10.0
CALIBRATION - FREE CHLORINE

SECTION 10.0
CALIBRATION — FREE CHLORINE
10.1 INTRODUCTION
As Figure 10-1 shows, a free chlorine sensor generates a current directly proportional to the concentration of free
chlorine in the sample. Calibrating the sensor requires exposing it to a solution containing no chlorine (zero stan-
dard) and to a solution containing a known amount of chlorine (full-scale standard).
The zero standard is necessary because chlorine sensors, even when no chlorine is in the sample, generate a
small current called the residual current. The transmitter compensates for the residual current by subtracting it
from the measured current before converting the result to a chlorine value. New sensors require zeroing before
being placed in service, and sensors should be zeroed whenever the electrolyte solution is replaced. Either of the
following makes a good zero standard:
• Deionized water containing about 500 ppm sodium chloride. Dissolve 0.5 grams (1/8 teaspoonful) of table
salt in 1 liter of water. DO NOT USE DEIONIZED WATER ALONE FOR ZEROING THE SENSOR. THE
CONDUCTIVITY OF THE ZERO WATER MUST BE GREATER THAN 50 μS/cm.
• Tap water known to contain no chlorine. Expose tap water to bright sunlight for at least 24 hours.
The purpose of the full-scale standard is to establish the slope of the calibration curve. Because stable chlorine
standards do not exist, the sensor must be calibrated against a test run on a grab sample of the process liq-
uid. Several manufacturers offer portable test kits for this purpose. Observe the following precautions when tak-
ing and testing the grab sample.
• Take the grab sample from a point as close to the sensor as possible. Be sure that taking the sample does
not alter the flow of the sample to the sensor. It is best to install the sample tap just downstream from the
sensor.
• Chlorine solutions are unstable. Run the test immediately after taking the sample. Try to calibrate the sen-
sor when the chlorine concentration is at the upper end of the normal operating range.
Free chlorine measurements made with the 499ACL-01 sensor also require a pH correction. Free chlorine is the sum of
hypochlorous acid (HOCl) and hyprochlorite ion (OCl-). The relative amount of each depends on the pH. As pH increas-
es, the concentration of HOCl decreases and the concentration of OCl- increases. Because the sensor responds only
to HOCl, a pH correction is necessary to properly convert the sensor current into a free chlorine reading.
The transmitter uses both automatic and manual pH correction. In automatic pH correction, the transmitter con-
tinuously monitors the pH of the solution and corrects the free chlorine reading for changes in pH. In manual pH
correction, the transmitter uses a fixed pH value entered by the user to make the correction. Generally, if the pH
changes more than about 0.2 units over short periods of time, automatic pH correction is best. If the pH is rela-
tively steady or subject only to seasonal changes, manual pH correction is adequate.
During calibration, the transmitter must know the pH of the sample. If the transmitter is using automatic pH cor-
rection, the pH sensor (properly calibrated) must be in the process liquid before starting the calibration. If the
transmitter is using manual pH correction, be sure to enter the pH value before starting the calibration.
The Model 499ACL-01 free chlo-
rine sensor loses sensitivity at high
concentrations of chlorine. The
Model Xmt-A-HT has a dual slope
feature that allows the user to
compensate for the non-linearity of
the sensor. However, for the vast
majority of applications, dual slope
calibration is unnecessary.

FIGURE 10-1. Sensor Current as a Function of Free Chlorine Concentration

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 10.0
CALIBRATION - FREE CHLORINE

10.2 PROCEDURE — ZEROING THE SENSOR


1. Place the sensor in the zero standard (see Section 10.1). Be sure no air bubbles are trapped against the mem-
brane. The sensor current will drop rapidly at first and then gradually reach a stable zero value. To monitor the
sensor current, go to the main display and press ê until the input current screen appears. Note the units: nA
is nanoamps, µA is microamps. Typical zero current for a free chlorine sensor is between -10 and +10 nA.
A new sensor or a sensor in which the electrolyte solution has been replaced may require several hours (oc-
casionally as long as overnight) to reach a minimum current. DO NOT START THE ZERO ROUTINE UNTIL
THE SENSOR HAS BEEN IN ZERO SOLUTION FOR AT LEAST TWO HOURS.

Calibrate Hold 2. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? pH 3. Choose Chlorine.


Chlorine Temp

Cal? 4. Choose Zero.


InProcess Zero

Live 200nA 5. The screen at left appears. The top line is the raw sensor current.
Zeroing Wait

Live 0.000ppm 6. Once the reading is stable, the screen at left appears. Sensor zero is
Sensor Zero Done complete and the transmitter has stored the zero current. The screen
remains until the operator presses MENU then EXIT to return to the
main display.
NOTE
Pressing ENTER during the zero step will cause the transmitter to
use the present sensor current as the zero current. If the sensor is
zeroed before the current has reach a minimum stable value, sub-
sequent readings will be in error.

Sensor Zero Fail 7. This screen appears if the zero current is extremely high. See Section
Current too high 17 for troubleshooting. To repeat the zero step, press EXIT and choose
Zero.

Possible ZeroErr 8. This screen appears if the zero current is moderately high. To continue,
Proceed? Yes No choose Yes. To repeat the zero step, choose No. See Section 15 for
troubleshooting.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 10.0
CALIBRATION - FREE CHLORINE

10.3 PROCEDURE — FULL SCALE CALIBRATION


1. Place the sensor in the process liquid. If automatic pH correction is being used, calibrate the pH sensor (see
Section 14) and place it in the process liquid. If manual pH correction is being used, measure the pH of the
process liquid and enter the value (see Section 7.4). Adjust the sample flow until it is within the range recom-
mended for the chlorine sensor. Refer to the sensor instruction sheet.
2. Adjust the chlorine concentration until it is near the upper end of the operating range. Wait until the transmit-
ter reading is stable before starting the calibration.

Calibrate Hold 3. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? pH 4. Choose Chlorine.


Chlorine Temp

Cal? 5. Choose InProcess.


InProcess Zero

Wait for 6. The screen at left appears for two seconds.


Stable reading.

Stable? 1.00ppm 7. The screen at left appears. The number in the first line is the concen-
Press enter. tration of chlorine based on the previous calibration. Wait until the read-
ing is stable, then press ENTER.

Take sample; 8. The screen at left appears. Take a grab sample of the process liquid
Press enter. and immediately press ENTER. The transmitter will store the present
sensor current and temperature and use those values in the calibration.

9. Immediately determine the free chlorine concentration in the sample.

Sample 1.00ppm 10. Use the arrow keys to change the value in the second line to match the
Cal 1.00ppm results of the laboratory test. To return to the main display press MENU
then EXIT.

Calibration
11. This screen appears momentarily if the sensitivity (sensor current divid-
Error ed by concentration) is much higher or lower than expected. The dis-
play then returns to the screen in step 5. See Section 15 for trou-
bleshooting.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 10.0
CALIBRATION - FREE CHLORINE

10.4 DUAL SLOPE CALIBRATION


Figure 10.2 shows the principle of dual slope calibration. Between zero and concentration C1, the sensor re-
sponse is linear. When the concentration of chlorine becomes greater than C1, the response is non-linear. In spite
of the non-linearity, the sensor response between C1 and C2 can be approximated by a straight line.
Dual slope calibration is rarely needed. It is probably useful in fewer than 5% of applications.
1. Be sure the transmitter has been configured for dual slope
calibration. See Section 7.4.
2. Place the sensor in the zero solution. (see Section 10.1).
Be sure no air bubbles are trapped against the membrane.
The sensor current will drop rapidly at first and then grad-
ually reach a stable zero value. To monitor the sensor cur-
rent, go to the main display and press ê until the input cur-
rent screen appears. Note the units: nA is nanoamps, µA
is microamps. Typical zero current for a free chlorine sen-
sor is between -10 and +10 nA.
A new sensor or a sensor in which the electrolyte solution
has been replaced may require several hours (occasional-
ly as long as overnight) to reach a minimum current. DO
NOT START THE ZERO ROUTINE UNTIL THE SENSOR
HAS BEEN IN ZERO SOLUTION FOR AT LEAST TWO FIGURE 10-2. Dual Slope Calibration
HOURS.

Calibrate Hold 3. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? pH 4. Choose Chlorine.


Chlorine Temp

Cal? 5. Choose Zero.


Zero pt1 pt2

Live 200nA 6. The screen at left appears. The top line is the raw sensor current.
Zeroing Wait

Live 0.000ppm 7. Once the reading is stable, the screen at left appears. Sensor zero is
Sensor Zero Done complete and the transmitter has stored the zero current. The display
returns to the screen in step 5.
NOTE
Pressing ENTER during the zero step will cause the transmitter to
use the present sensor current as the zero current. If the sensor is
zeroed before the current has reach a minimum stable value, sub-
sequent readings will be in error.

Sensor Zero Fail 8. This screen appears if the zero current is extremely high. See Section
Current too high 15 for troubleshooting. To repeat the zero step, press EXIT and choose
Zero.

Process continued on following page.

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CALIBRATION - FREE CHLORINE

Possible ZeroErr 9. This screen appears if the zero current is moderately high. To continue,
Proceed? Yes No choose Yes. To repeat the zero step, choose No. See Section 15 for
troubleshooting.

10. If the sensor was just zeroed, place it in the process liquid. If automat-
ic pH correction is being used, calibrate the pH sensor (see Section 14)
and place it in the process liquid. If manual pH correction is being used,
measure the pH of the process liquid and enter the value (See Section
7.4). Adjust the sample flow until it is within the range recommended for
the chlorine sensor. Refer to the sensor instruction sheet.

11. Adjust the chlorine concentration until it is near the upper end of the lin-
ear range, point C1 in Figure 10-2. Wait until the transmitter reading is
stable before starting the calibration.

Cal? 12. Choose pt1.


Zero pt1 pt2

Wait for 13. The screen at left appears for two seconds.
Stable reading.

Stable? 6.00ppm 14. The screen at left appears. The number in the first line is the concen-
Press enter. tration of chlorine based on the previous calibration. Wait until the read-
ing is stable, then press ENTER.

Take sample; 15. The screen at left appears. Take a grab sample of the process liquid
Press enter. and immediately press ENTER. The transmitter will store the present
sensor current and temperature and use those values in the calibration.

16. Immediately determine the free chlorine concentration in the sample.

Sample 6.00ppm 17. Use the arrow keys to change the value in the second line to match the
Cal 6.00ppm results of the laboratory test.

Calibration 18. This screen appears momentarily if the sensitivity (sensor current divid-
Error ed by concentration) is much higher or lower than expected. The dis-
play then returns to the screen in step 5. See Section 15 for trou-
bleshooting.

19. Adjust the concentration of chlorine in the sample until it is near the
upper end of the control range (point C2 in Figure 10.2)

Cal? 20. Choose pt2 and repeat steps 13-17 above.


Zero pt1 pt2

21. To return to the main display press MENU then EXIT.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 11.0
CALIBRATION - TOTAL CHLORINE

SECTION 11.0
CALIBRATION — TOTAL CHLORINE

11.1 INTRODUCTION
Total chlorine is the sum of free and combined chlorine. The continuous determination of total chlorine requires two
steps. See Figure 11-1. First, the sample flows into a conditioning system (SCS 921A) where a pump continuous-
ly adds acetic acid and potassium iodide to the sample. The acid lowers the pH, which allows total chlorine in the
sample to quantitatively oxidize the iodide in the reagent to iodine. In the second step, the treated sample flows to
the sensor. The sensor is a membrane-covered amperometric sensor, whose output is proportional to the con-
centration of iodine. Because the concentration of iodine is proportional to the concentration of total chlorine, the
transmitter can be calibrated to read total chlorine.
Figure 11-2 shows a typical calibration curve for a total chlorine sensor. Because the sensor really measures
iodine, calibrating the sensor requires exposing it to a solution containing no iodine (zero standard) and to a solu-
tion containing a known amount of iodine (full-scale standard).
The zero standard is necessary because the sensor, even when no iodine is present, generates a small current
called the residual current. The transmitter compensates for the residual current by subtracting it from the meas-
ured current before converting the result to a total chlorine value. New sensors require zeroing before being
placed in service, and sensors should be zeroed whenever the electrolyte solution is replaced. The best zero stan-
dard is sample without reagent added.
The purpose of the full-scale standard is to
establish the slope of the calibration curve.
Because stable total chlorine standards do not
exist, the sensor must be calibrated against
a test run on a grab sample of the process
liquid. Several manufacturers offer portable
test kits for this purpose. Observe the following
precautions when taking and testing the grab
sample.
• Take the grab sample from a point as close
as possible to the inlet of the SCS921 sam-
ple conditioning system. Be sure that taking
the sample does not alter the flow through
the SCS921A. FIGURE 11-1. Determination of Total Chlorine
• Chlorine solutions are unstable. Run the
test immediately after taking the sample.
Try to calibrate the sensor when the chlo-
rine concentration is at the upper end of
the normal operating range.
The Model 499ACL-02 (total chlorine) sensor
loses sensitivity at high concentrations of chlo-
rine. The Model Xmt-A-HT has a dual slope
feature that allows the user to compensate for
the non-linearity of the sensor. However, for
the vast majority of applications, dual slope
calibration is unnecessary.

FIGURE 11-2. Sensor Current as a Function of Total


Chlorine Concentration

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CALIBRATION - TOTAL CHLORINE

11.2 PROCEDURE — ZEROING THE SENSOR


1. Complete the startup sequence described in the SCS921 instruction manual.
2. Remove the reagent uptake tube from the reagent bottle and let it dangle in air. The peristaltic pump will sim-
ply pump air into the sample.
3. Let the system run until the sensor current is stable. The sensor current will drop rapidly at first and then grad-
ually reach a stable zero value. To monitor the sensor current, go to the main display and press ê until the
input current screen appears. Note the units: nA is nanoamps, µA is microamps. Typical zero current for a free
chlorine sensor is between -10 and +30 nA.
A new sensor or a sensor in which the electrolyte solution has been replaced may require several hours (oc-
casionally as long as overnight) to reach a minimum current. DO NOT START THE ZERO ROUTINE UNTIL
THE SENSOR HAS BEEN IN ZERO SOLUTION FOR AT LEAST TWO HOURS.

Calibrate Hold 4. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 5. Choose Chlorine.


Chlorine Temp

Cal? 6. Choose Zero.


InProcess Zero

Live 200nA 7. The screen at left appears. The top line is the raw sensor current.
Zeroing Wait

Live 0.000ppm 8. Once the reading is stable, the screen at left appears. Sensor zero is
Sensor Zero Done complete and the transmitter has stored the zero current. The screen
remains until the operator presses MENU then EXIT to return to the
main display.
NOTE
Pressing ENTER during the zero step will cause the transmitter to
use the present sensor current as the zero current. If the sensor is
zeroed before the current has reach a minimum stable value, sub-
sequent readings will be in error.

Sensor Zero Fail 9. This screen appears if the zero current is extremely high. See Section
Current too high 17 for troubleshooting. To repeat the zero step, press EXIT and choose
Zero.

Possible ZeroErr 10. This screen appears if the zero current is moderately high. To continue,
Proceed? Yes No choose Yes. To repeat the zero step, choose No. See Section 15 for
troubleshooting.

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CALIBRATION - TOTAL CHLORINE

11.3 PROCEDURE — FULL SCALE CALIBRATION


1. If the sensor was just zeroed, place the reagent uptake tube back in the bottle. Once the flow of reagent starts,
it takes about one minute for the sensor current to begin to increase. It may take an hour or longer for the read-
ing to stabilize.
2. Adjust the chlorine concentration until it is near the upper end of the operating range. Wait until the transmit-
ter reading is stable before starting the calibration.

Calibrate Hold 3. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 4. Choose Chlorine.


Chlorine Temp

Cal? 5. Choose InProcess.


InProcess Zero

Wait for 6. The screen at left appears for two seconds.


Stable reading.

Stable? 1.00ppm 7. The screen at left appears. The number in the first line is the concen-
Press enter. tration of chlorine based on the previous calibration. Wait until the read-
ing is stable, then press ENTER.

Take sample; 8. The screen at left appears. Take a grab sample of the process liquid
Press enter. and immediately press ENTER. The transmitter will store the present
sensor current and temperature and use those values in the calibration.

9. Immediately determine the total chlorine concentration in the sample.

Sample 1.00ppm 10. Use the arrow keys to change the value in the second line to match the
Cal 1.00ppm results of the laboratory test. To return to the main display press MENU
then EXIT.

Calibration
11. This screen appears momentarily if the sensitivity (sensor current divid-
Error ed by concentration) is much higher or lower than expected. The dis-
play then returns to the screen in step 5. See Section 15 for trou-
bleshooting.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 11.0
CALIBRATION - TOTAL CHLORINE

11.4 DUAL SLOPE CALIBRATION


Figure 11-3 shows the principle of dual slope calibration. Between zero and concentration C1, the sensor re-
sponse is linear. When the concentration of chlorine becomes greater than C1, the response is non-linear. In spite
of the non-linearity, the sensor response between C1 and C2 can be approximated by a straight line.
Dual slope calibration is rarely needed. It is probably useful in fewer than 5% of applications.
1. Be sure the transmitter has been configured for dual slope
calibration. See Section 7.4.
2. Place the sensor in the zero solution. (see Section 10.1).
Be sure no air bubbles are trapped against the membrane.
The sensor current will drop rapidly at first and then grad-
ually reach a stable zero value. To monitor the sensor cur-
rent, go to the main display and press ê until the input cur-
rent screen appears. Note the units: nA is nanoamps, µA
is microamps. Typical zero current for a total chlorine sen-
sor is between -10 and +30 nA.
A new sensor or a sensor in which the electrolyte solution
has been replaced may require several hours (occasional-
ly as long as overnight) to reach a minimum current. DO
NOT START THE ZERO ROUTINE UNTIL THE SENSOR
HAS BEEN IN ZERO SOLUTION FOR AT LEAST TWO FIGURE 11-3. Dual Slope Calibration
HOURS.

Calibrate Hold 3. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 4. Choose Chlorine.


Chlorine Temp

Cal? 5. Choose Zero.


Zero pt1 pt2

Live 200nA 6. The screen at left appears. The top line is the raw sensor current.
Zeroing Wait

Live 0.000ppm 7. Once the reading is stable, the screen at left appears. Sensor zero is
Sensor Zero Done complete and the transmitter has stored the zero current. The display
returns to the screen in step 6.
NOTE
Pressing ENTER during the zero step will cause the transmitter to
use the present sensor current as the zero current. If the sensor is
zeroed before the current has reach a minimum stable value, sub-
sequent readings will be in error.

Sensor Zero Fail 8. This screen appears if the zero current is extremely high. See Section
Current too high 15 for troubleshooting. To repeat the zero step, press EXIT and choose
Zero.

Process continued on following page.

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CALIBRATION - TOTAL CHLORINE

Possible ZeroErr 9. This screen appears if the zero current is moderately high. To continue,
Proceed? Yes No choose Yes. To repeat the zero step, choose No. See Section 15 for
troubleshooting.

10. If the sensor was just zeroed, place the reagent uptake tube back in the
reagent bottle. Once the flow of reagent starts, it takes about one
minute for the sensor current to begin to increase. It may take an hour
or longer for the reading to stabilize. Be sure the sample flow stays
between 80 and 100 mL/min and the pressure is between 3 and 5 psig.

11. Adjust the chlorine concentration until it is near the upper end of the lin-
ear range, point C1 in Figure 11-2. Wait until the transmitter reading is
stable before starting the calibration.

Cal? 12. Choose pt1.


Zero pt1 pt2

Wait for 13. The screen at left appears for two seconds.
Stable reading.

Stable? 6.00ppm 14. The screen at left appears. The number in the first line is the concen-
Press enter. tration of chlorine based on the previous calibration. Wait until the read-
ing is stable, then press ENTER.

Take sample; 15. The screen at left appears. Take a grab sample of the process liquid
and immediately press ENTER. The transmitter will store the present
Press enter.
sensor current and temperature and use those values in the calibration.

16. Immediately determine the total chlorine concentration in the sample.

Sample 6.00ppm 17. Use the arrow keys to change the value in the second line to match the
Cal 6.00ppm results of the laboratory test.

Calibration 18. This screen appears momentarily if the sensitivity (sensor current divid-
ed by concentration) is much higher or lower than expected. The dis-
Error
play then returns to the screen in step 5. See Section 15 for trou-
bleshooting.

19. Adjust the concentration of chlorine in the sample until it is near the
upper end of the control range (point C2 in Figure 10.2)

Cal? 20. Choose pt2 and repeat steps 13-17 above.


Zero pt1 pt2

21. To return to the main display press MENU then EXIT.

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MODEL Xmt-A-HT SECTION 12.0
CALIBRATION - MONOCHLORAMINE

SECTION 12.0
CALIBRATION - MONOCHLORAMINE

12.1 INTRODUCTION
As Figure 12-1 shows, a monochloramine sensor generates a current directly proportional to the concentration of
monochloramine in the sample. Calibrating the sensor requires exposing it to a solution containing no monochlo-
ramine (zero standard) and to a solution containing a known amount of monochloramine (full-scale standard).
The zero standard is necessary because monochloramine sensors, even when no monochloramine is in the
sample, generate a small current called the residual or zero current. The transmitter compensates for the resid-
ual current by subtracting it from the measured current before converting the result to a monochloramine value.
New sensors require zeroing before being placed in service, and sensors should be zeroed whenever the elec-
trolyte solution is replaced. The best zero standard is deionized water.
The purpose of the full-scale standard is to establish the slope of the calibration curve. Because stable mono-
chloramine standards do not exist, the sensor must be calibrated against a test run on a grab sample of the
process liquid. Several manufacturers offer portable test kits for this purpose. Observe the following precautions
when taking and testing the grab sample.
• Take the grab sample from a point as close to the sensor as possible. Be sure that taking the sample does not
alter the flow of the sample to the sensor. It is best to install the sample tap just downstream from the sensor.
• Monochloramine solutions are unstable. Run the test immediately after taking the sample. Try to calibrate
the sensor when the monochloramine concentration is at the upper end of the normal operating range.

FIGURE 12-1. Sensor Current as a Function of Monochloramine Concentration

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CALIBRATION - MONOCHLORAMINE

12.2 PROCEDURE — ZEROING THE SENSOR


1. Place the sensor in the zero standard (see Section 10.1). Be sure no air bubbles are trapped against the mem-
brane. The sensor current will drop rapidly at first and then gradually reach a stable zero value. To monitor the
sensor current, go to the main display and press ê until the input current screen appears. Note the units: nA
is nanoamps, µA is microamps. Typical zero current for a monochloramine sensor is between 0 and +20 nA.
A new sensor or a sensor in which the electrolyte solution has been replaced may require several hours (oc-
casionally as long as overnight) to reach a minimum current. DO NOT START THE ZERO ROUTINE UNTIL
THE SENSOR HAS BEEN IN ZERO SOLUTION FOR AT LEAST TWO HOURS.

Calibrate Hold 2. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 3. Choose Chlorine.


Chlorine Temp

Cal? 4. Choose Zero.


InProcess Zero

Live 200nA 5. The screen at left appears. The top line is the raw sensor current.
Zeroing Wait

Live 0.000ppm 6. Once the reading is stable, the screen at left appears. Sensor zero is
Sensor Zero Done complete and the transmitter has stored the zero current. The screen
remains until the operator presses MENU then EXIT to return to the
main display.
NOTE
Pressing ENTER during the zero step will cause the transmitter to
use the present sensor current as the zero current. If the sensor is
zeroed before the current has reach a minimum stable value, sub-
sequent readings will be in error.

Sensor Zero Fail 7. This screen appears if the zero current is extremely high. See Section
Current too high 15 for troubleshooting. To repeat the zero step, press EXIT and choose
Zero.

Possible ZeroErr 8. This screen appears if the zero current is moderately high. To continue,
Proceed? Yes No choose Yes. To repeat the zero step, choose No. See Section 15 for
troubleshooting.

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CALIBRATION - MONOCHLORAMINE

12.3 PROCEDURE — FULL SCALE CALIBRATION


1. Place the sensor in the process liquid. Adjust the sample flow until it is within the range recommended for the
sensor. Refer to the sensor instruction sheet.
2. Adjust the chlorine concentration until it is near the upper end of the operating range. Wait until the transmit-
ter reading is stable before starting the calibration.

Calibrate Hold 3. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 4. Choose Chlorine.


Chlorine Temp

Cal? 5. Choose InProcess.


InProcess Zero

Wait for 6. The screen at left appears for two seconds.


Stable reading.

Stable? 1.00ppm 7. The screen at left appears. The number in the first line is the concen-
Press enter. tration of chlorine based on the previous calibration. Wait until the read-
ing is stable, then press ENTER.

Take sample; 8. The screen at left appears. Take a grab sample of the process liquid
Press enter. and immediately press ENTER. The transmitter will store the present
sensor current and temperature and use those values in the calibration.

9. Immediately determine the monochloramine concentration in the sample.

Sample 1.00ppm 10. Use the arrow keys to change the value in the second line to match the
Cal 1.00ppm
results of the laboratory test. To return to the main display press MENU
then EXIT.

Calibration 11. This screen appears momentarily if the sensitivity (sensor current divid-
Error ed by concentration) is much higher or lower than expected. The dis-
play then returns to the screen in step 5. See Section 15 for trou-
bleshooting.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 13.0
CALIBRATION - OZONE

SECTION 13.0
CALIBRATION — OZONE

13.1 INTRODUCTION
As Figure 13-1 shows, an ozone sensor generates a current directly proportional to the concentration of ozone in
the sample. Calibrating the sensor requires exposing it to a solution containing no ozone (zero standard) and to a
solution containing a known amount of ozone (full-scale standard).
The zero standard is necessary because ozone sensors, even when no ozone is in the sample, generate a small
current called the residual or zero current. The transmitter compensates for the residual current by subtracting it
from the measured current before converting the result to an ozone value. New sensors require zeroing before
being placed in service, and sensors should be zeroed whenever the electrolyte solution is replaced. The best zero
standard is deionized water.
The purpose of the full-scale standard is to establish the slope of the calibration curve. Because stable ozone stan-
dards do not exist, the sensor must be calibrated against a test run on a grab sample of the process liquid.
Several manufacturers offer portable test kits for this purpose. Observe the following precautions when taking and
testing the grab sample.
• Take the grab sample from a point as close to the sensor as possible. Be sure that taking the sample does not
alter the flow of the sample to the sensor. It is best to install the sample tap just downstream from the sensor.
• Ozone solutions are unstable. Run the test immediately after taking the sample. Try to calibrate the sensor
when the ozone concentration is at the upper end of the normal operating range.

FIGURE 13-1. Sensor Current as a Function of Ozone Concentration

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CALIBRATION - OZONE

13.2 PROCEDURE — ZEROING THE SENSOR


1. Place the sensor in the zero standard (see Section 10.1). Be sure no air bubbles are trapped against the mem-
brane. The sensor current will drop rapidly at first and then gradually reach a stable zero value. To monitor the
sensor current, go to the main display and press ê until the input current screen appears. Note the units: nA
is nanoamps, µA is microamps. Typical zero current for a ozone sensor is between -10 and +10 nA.
A new sensor or a sensor in which the electrolyte solution has been replaced may require several hours (oc-
casionally as long as overnight) to reach a minimum current. DO NOT START THE ZERO ROUTINE UNTIL
THE SENSOR HAS BEEN IN ZERO SOLUTION FOR AT LEAST TWO HOURS.

Calibrate Hold 2. Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 3. Choose Ozone.


Ozone Temp

Cal? 4. Choose Zero.


InProcess Zero

Live 200nA 5. The screen at left appears. The top line is the raw sensor current.
Zeroing Wait

Live 0.000ppm 6. Once the reading is stable, the screen at left appears. Sensor zero is
Sensor Zero Done complete and the transmitter has stored the zero current. The screen
remains until the operator presses MENU then EXIT to return to the
main display.
NOTE
Pressing ENTER during the zero step will cause the transmitter to
use the present sensor current as the zero current. If the sensor is
zeroed before the current has reach a minimum stable value, sub-
sequent readings will be in error.

Sensor Zero Fail 7. This screen appears if the zero current is extremely high. See Section
Current too high 15 for troubleshooting. To repeat the zero step, press EXIT and choose
Zero.

Possible ZeroErr 8. This screen appears if the zero current is moderately high. To continue,
Proceed? Yes No choose Yes. To repeat the zero step, choose No. See Section 15 for
troubleshooting.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 13.0
CALIBRATION - OZONE

13.3 PROCEDURE — FULL SCALE CALIBRATION


1. Place the sensor in the process liquid. Adjust the sample flow until it is within the range recommended for the
sensor. Refer to the sensor instruction sheet.
2. Adjust the ozone concentration until it is near the upper end of the operating range. Wait until the transmitter
reading is stable before starting the calibration.

Calibrate Hold 3. Press MENU. The main menu screen appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? 4. Choose Ozone.


Ozone Temp

Cal? 5. Choose InProcess.


InProcess Zero

Wait for 6. The screen at left appears for two seconds.


Stable reading.

Stable? 1.00ppm 7. The screen at left appears. The number in the first line is the concen-
Press enter. tration of chlorine based on the previous calibration. Wait until the read-
ing is stable, then press ENTER.

Take sample; 8. The screen at left appears. Take a grab sample of the process liquid
Press enter. and immediately press ENTER. The transmitter will store the present
sensor current and temperature and use those values in the calibration.

9. Immediately determine the ozone concentration in the sample.

Sample 1.00ppm 10. Use the arrow keys to change the value in the second line to match the
Cal 1.00ppm
results of the laboratory test. To return to the main display press MENU
then EXIT.

Calibration 11. This screen appears momentarily if the sensitivity (sensor current divid-
Error ed by concentration) is much higher or lower than expected. The dis-
play then returns to the screen in step 5. See Section 15 for trou-
bleshooting.

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MODEL XMT-A-HT SECTION 14.0
CALIBRATION - pH

SECTION 14.0
CALIBRATION — pH
14.1 INTRODUCTION
A new pH sensor must be calibrated before use. Regular recalibration is also necessary.
A pH measurement cell (pH sensor and the solution to be measured) can be pictured as a battery with an extreme-
ly high internal resistance. The voltage of the battery depends on the pH of the solution. The pH meter, which is
basically a voltmeter with a very high input impedance, measures the cell voltage and calculates pH using a con-
version factor. The actual value of the voltage-to-pH conversion factor depends on the sensitivity of the pH sens-
ing element (and the temperature). The sensing element is a thin, glass membrane at the end of the sensor. As
the glass membrane ages, the sensitivity drops. Regular recalibration corrects for the loss of sensitivity. pH cali-
bration standards, also called buffers, are readily available.
Two-point calibration is standard. Both automatic calibration and manual calibration are available. Auto calibration
avoids common pitfalls and reduces errors. Its use is recommended.
In automatic calibration the transmitter recognizes the buffer and uses temperature-corrected pH values in the cal-
ibration. The table below lists the standard buffers the controller recognizes. The controller also recognizes sever-
al technical buffers: Merck, Ingold, and DIN 19267. Temperature-pH data stored in the controller are valid between
at least 0 and 60°C.

pH at 25°C Standard(s) Note 1: NIST is National Institute of Standards,


(nominal pH) DIN is Deutsche Institute für Normung, JSI is
Japan Standards Institute, and BSI is British
1.68 NIST, DIN 19266, JSI 8802, BSI (see note 1)
Standards Institute.
3.56 NIST, BSI
Note 2: pH 7 buffer is not a standard buffer. It is
3.78 NIST a popular commercial buffer in the United
4.01 NIST, DIN 19266, JSI 8802, BSI States.

6.86 NIST, DIN 19266, JSI 8802, BSI


7.00 (see note 2)
7.41 NIST
9.18 NIST, DIN 19266, JSI 8802, BSI
10.01 NIST, JSI 8802, BSI
12.45 NIST, DIN 19266

During automatic calibration, the transmitter also measures


noise and drift and does not accept calibration data until
readings are stable. Calibration data will be accepted as
soon as the pH reading is constant to within the factory-set
limits of 0.02 pH units for 10 seconds. The stability settings
can be changed. See Section 7.10.
In manual calibration, the user judges when pH readings are
stable. He also has to look up the pH of the buffer at the
temperature it is being used and enter the value in the trans-
mitter.
Once the transmitter completes the calibration, it calculates
the calibration slope and offset. The slope is reported as the
slope at 25°C. Figure 14-1 defines the terms.
The transmitter can also be standardized. Standardization is FIGURE 14-1. Calibration Slope and Offset
the process of forcing the transmitter reading to match the
reading from a second pH instrument. Standardization is
sometimes called a one-point calibration.

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CALIBRATION - pH

14.2 PROCEDURE — AUTO CALIBRATION


1. Obtain two buffer solutions. Ideally, the buffer values should bracket the range of pH values to be measured.
2. Remove the pH sensor from the process liquid. If the process and buffer temperatures are appreciably differ-
ent, place the sensor in a container of tap water at the buffer temperature. Do not start the calibration until the
sensor has reached the buffer temperature. Thirty minutes is usually adequate.

Calibrate Hold 3. Press MENU. The main menu appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? pH 4. Choose pH.


Chlorine Temp

pH Standardize 5. Choose BufferCal.


Slope BufferCal

BufferCal? 6. Choose Auto.


Auto Manual

AutoCal? Setup 7. To continue with the calibration, choose Buffer1.Then go to step 8. To


Buffer1 Buffer2 change stability criteria, choose Setup and go to step 19.

8. Rinse the sensor with water and place it in buffer 1. Be sure the glass
bulb and the reference junction are completely submerged. Swirl the
sensor.

Live 7.00pH 9. The screen at left is displayed with “Wait” flashing until the reading is
AutoBuf1 Wait
stable. The default stability setting is <0.02 pH change in 10 sec. To
change the stability criteria, go to step 19. When the reading is stable,
the screen in step 10 appears.

Live 7.00pH 10. The top line shows the actual reading. The transmitter also identifies the
AutoBuf1 7.01pH buffer and displays the nominal buffer value (buffer pH at 25°C). If the
displayed value is not correct, press é or ê to display the correct
value. The nominal value will change, for example from 7.01 to 6.86 pH.
Press ENTER to store.

Cal in progess. 11. The screen at left appears momentarily.


Please wait.

AutoCal? Setup 12. The screen at left appears. Remove the sensor from Buffer 1, rinse it
Buffer1 Buffer2
with water, and place it in Buffer 2. Be sure the glass bulb and the ref-
erence junction are completely submerged. Swirl the sensor. Choose
Buffer2.

Live 10.01pH 13. The screen at left is displayed with “Wait” flashing until the reading is
AutoBuf2 Wait stable. When the reading is stable, the screen in step 14 appears.

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CALIBRATION - pH

Live 10.01pH 14. The top line shows the actual reading. The transmitter also identifies the
AutoBuf2 10.01pH buffer and displays the nominal buffer value (buffer pH at 25°C). If the
displayed value is not correct, press é or ê to display the correct
value. The nominal value will change, for example from 7.01 to 6.86 pH.
Press ENTER to store.

Cal in progess. 15. The screen at left appears momentarily.


Please wait.

Offset 0mV 16. If the calibration was successful, the transmitter will display the offset
Slope 59.16@25°C and slope (at 25°). The display will return to the screen in step 6.

Calibration 17. If the slope is out of range (less than 45 mV/pH or greater than 60
Error mV/pH) or if the offset exceeds the value programmed in Section 7.4, an
error screen appears. The display then returns to the screen in step 6.

18. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

19. Choosing Setup in step 7 causes the Buffer Stabilize screen to appear.
The transmitter will not accept calibration data until the pH reading is
stable. The default requirement is a pH change less than 0.02 units in
Buffer Stabilize 10 seconds. To change the stability criteria:
Time: 10sec a. Enter the desired stabilization time
Restart time if b. Enter the minimum amount the reading is permitted to change in
change > 0.02pH the time specified in step 19a.

20. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

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CALIBRATION - pH

14.3 PROCEDURE — MANUAL TWO-POINT CALIBRATION


1. Obtain two buffer solutions. Ideally, the buffer values should bracket the range of pH values to be measured.
2. Remove the pH sensor from the process liquid. If the process and buffer temperatures are appreciably different,
place the sensor in a container of tap water at the buffer temperature. Do not start the calibration until the sensor
has reached the buffer temperature. Thirty minutes is usually adequate. Make a note of the temperature.

Calibrate Hold 3. Press MENU. The main menu appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? pH 4. Choose pH.


Chlorine Temp

pH Standardize 5. Choose BufferCal.


Slope BufferCal

BufferCal? 6. Choose Manual.


Auto Manual

AutoCal? Setup 7. Choose Buffer1.


Buffer1 Buffer2

8. Rinse the sensor with water and place it in buffer 1. Be sure the glass
bulb and reference junction are completely submerged. Swirl the sensor.

Live 7.00pH 9. The reading in the top line is the live pH reading. Wait until the live read-
Buf1 07.00pH ing is stable. Then, use the arrow keys to change the reading in the sec-
ond line to the match the pH value of the buffer. The pH of buffer solu-
tions is a function of temperature. Be sure to enter the pH of the buffer
at the actual temperature of the buffer.

ManualCal? 10. Remove the sensor from buffer 1 and rinse it with water. Place it in
Buffer1 Buffer2 buffer 2. Be sure the glass bulb and the reference junction are com-
pletely submerged. Swirl the sensor. Choose Buffer2.

Live 10.01pH 11. The reading in the top line is the live pH reading. Wait until the live read-
Buf1 10.01pH ing is stable. Then, use the arrow keys to change the reading in the sec-
ond line to the match the pH value of the buffer. The pH of buffer solu-
tions is a function of temperature. Be sure to enter the pH of the buffer
at the actual temperature of the buffer.

Cal in progess. 12. The screen at left appears momentarily.


Please wait.

Offset 0mV 13. If the calibration was successful, the transmitter will display the offset
Slope 59.16@25°C
and slope (at 25°). The display will return to the screen in step 5.

Calibration 14. If the slope is out of range (less than 45 mV/pH or greater than 60
Error mV/pH) or if the offset exceeds the value programmed in Section 7.4, an
error screen appears. The display then returns to the screen in step 6.

15. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

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CALIBRATION - pH

14.4 PROCEDURE — STANDARDIZATION


1. The pH measured by the transmitter can be changed to match the reading from a second or referee instru-
ment. The process of making the two readings agree is called standardization.
2. During standardization, the difference between the two values is converted to the equivalent voltage. The volt-
age, called the reference offset, is added to all subsequent measured cell voltages before they are converted
to pH. If after standardization the sensor is placed in a buffer solution, the measured pH will differ from the
buffer pH by an amount equivalent to the standardization offset.
3. Install the pH sensor in the process liquid.
4. Once readings are stable, measure the pH of the liquid using a referee instrument.
5. Because the pH of the process liquid may change if the temperature changes, measure the pH of the grab
sample immediately after taking it.
6. For poorly buffered samples, it is best to determine the pH of a continuously flowing sample from a point as
close as possible to the sensor.

Calibrate Hold 7. Press MENU. The main menu appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? pH 8. Choose pH.


Chlorine Temp

pH: Standardize 9. Choose Standardize.


Slope BufferCal

Live 7.01pH 10. The top line shows the present reading. Use the arrow keys to change
Cal 07.01pH the pH reading in the second line to match the pH reading from the ref-
eree instrument.

Calibration 11. The screen at left appears if the entered pH was greater than 14.00 or
Error if the mV offset calculated by the transmitter during standardization
exceeds the reference offset limit programmed into the transmitter. The
display then returns to step 10. Repeat the standardization. To change
the reference offset from the default value (60 mV), see section 7.4.

12. If the entry was accepted the display returns to step 9.

13. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

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CALIBRATION - pH

14.5 PROCEDURE — ENTERING A KNOWN SLOPE VALUE.


1. If the electrode slope is known from other measurements, it can be entered directly into the transmitter. The
slope must be entered as the slope at 25°C. To calculate the slope at 25°C from the slope at temperature t°C,
use the equation:

298
slope at 25°C = (slope at t°C)
t°C + 273

Changing the slope overrides the slope determined from the previous buffer calibration.

Calibrate Hold 2. Press MENU. The main menu appears. Choose Calibrate.
Program Display

Cal? pH 3. Choose pH.


Chlorine Temp

pH: Standardize 4. Choose slope.


Slope BufferCal

Changing slope 5. The screen at left appears briefly.


overrides bufcal.

pH Slope @25°C? 6. Change the slope to the desired value. Press ENTER.
59.16mV/pH

Invalid Input! 7. The slope must be between 45 and 60 mV/pH. If the value entered is
Min: 45.00mV/pH outside this range, the screen at left appears.

8. If the entry was accepted, the screen at left appears.

9. To return to the main display, press MENU then EXIT.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

SECTION 15.0
TROUBLESHOOTING

15.1 OVERVIEW
The Xmt-A-HT transmitter continuously monitors itself and the sensor for problems. If the transmitter detects a
problem, the word "fault" or "warn" appears in the main display alternating with the measurement.
A fault condition means the measurement is seriously in error and is not to be trusted. A fault condition might also
mean that the transmitter has failed. Fault conditions must be corrected immediately. When a fault occurs the out-
put goes to 22.00 mA or the to value programmed in Section 7.3. The output can also be programmed to reflect
the live measurement.
A warning means that the instrument is usable, but steps should be taken as soon as possible to correct the con-
dition causing the warning.
See Section 15.2 for an explanation of fault and warning messages and suggested corrective actions.
The Xmt-A-HT also displays error and warning messages if a calibration is seriously in error. Refer to the section
below for assistance. Each section also contains hints for correcting other measurement and calibration problems.

Measurement Section
Temperature 15.3
Dissolved oxygen 15.4
Free chlorine 15.5
Total chlorine 15.6
Monochloramine 15.7
Ozone 15.8 For troubleshooting not related to measurement problems, see
pH 15.9 Section 15.10.

NOTE
A large number of information screens are available to aid troubleshooting. The most useful of these are
raw sensor current and sensitivity and zero current at last calibration. For pH measurements (available
with free chlorine only), sensor slope and offset and glass impedance are also available. To view the
information screens, go to the main display and press the ê key.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

15.2 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN A FAULT OR WARNING MESSAGE IS SHOWING

Fault message Explanation See Section


RTD Open RTD measuring circuit is open 15.2.1
RTD W Overrange RTD resistance is outside the range for Pt 100 or 22kNTC 15.2.1
Broken pH Glass pH sensing element in pH sensor is broken 15.2.2
pH Glass Z High pH glass impedance exceeds programmed level 15.2.2
ADC Read Error Analog to digital converter failed 15.2.3

Warning message Explanation See Section


PV > DisplayLimit Process variable value exceeds display limit 15.2.4
Sensor Curr High Sensor input current exceed 210 uA 15.2.4
Sensor Curr Low Sensor input current is a large negative number 15.2.4
Need Zero Cal Sensor needs re-zeroing. Concentration reading is too negative. 15.2.5
pH mV Too High mV signal from pH sensor is too big 15.2.6
No pH Soln GND Solution ground terminal is not connected 15.2.7
Temperature High Temperature reading exceeds 150°C 15.2.1
Temperature Low Temperature reading is less than -15°C 15.2.1
Sense Line Open RTD sense line is not connected 15.2.8
Need Factory Cal Transmitter needs factory calibration 15.2.9
Ground >10% Off Bad ground 15.2.10
EE Buffer Overflow EEPROM buffer overflow 15.2.11
EE Chksum Error EEPROM checksum error 15.2.12
EE Write Error EEPROM write error 15.2.13

15.2.1 RTD Open, RTD Ω Overrange, Temperature High, Temperature Low


These messages usually mean that the RTD (or thermistor in the case of the HX438 and GX448 sensors) is open or short-
ed or there is an open or short in the connecting wiring.
1. Verify all wiring connections, including wiring in a junction box, if one is being used.
2. Disconnect the RTD IN, RTD SENSE, and RTD RETURN leads or the thermistor leads at the transmitter. Be sure to
note the color of the wire and where it was attached. Measure the resistance between the RTD IN and RETURN leads.
For a thermistor, measure the resistance between the two leads. The resistance should be close to the value in the
table in Section 15.14.2. If the temperature element is open (infinite resistance) or shorted (very low resistance),
replace the sensor. In the meantime, use manual temperature compensation.
3. For oxygen measurements using the HX438 and GX448 sensors, or other steam-sterilizable sensor using a 22kNTC,
the Temperature High error will appear if the transmitter was not properly configured. See Section 7.4.

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15.2.2 Broken pH Glass and pH Glass Z High


These messages mean that the pH sensor glass impedance is outside the programmed limits. To read the impedance go
to the main display and press ê until Glass Imp appears in the display. The default lower limit is 10 MΩ. The default upper
limit is 1000 MΩ. Low glass impedance means the glass membrane — the sensing element in a pH sensor — is cracked
or broken. High glass impedance means the membrane is aging and nearing the end of its useful life. High impedance can
also mean the pH sensor is not completely submerged in the process liquid.
1. Check the sensor wiring, including connections in a junction box.
2. Verify that the sensor is completely submerged in the process liquid.
3. Verify that the software switch identifying the position of the preamplifier is properly set. See Section 7.4.
4. Check the sensor response in buffers. If the sensor can be calibrated, it is in satisfactory condition. To disable the fault
message, reprogram the glass impedance limits to include the measured impedance. If the sensor cannot be cali-
brated, it has failed and must be replaced.

15.2.3 ADC Read Error


The analog to digital converter has probably failed.
1. Verify that sensor wiring is correct and connections are tight. Be sure to check connections at the junction box if one
is being used. See Section 3.1 for wiring information.
2. Disconnect the sensor(s) and simulate temperature and sensor input.
To simulate See Section
Dissolved oxygen 15.11
Ozone, monochloramine, chlorine 15.12
pH 15.13
Temperature 15.14

3. If the transmitter does not respond to simulate signals, call the factory for assistance.

15.2.4 PV>DisplayLimit, Sensor Curr High, Sensor Curr Low.


The first two messages imply that the amperometric sensor current is very high (greater than 210 µA) or the sensor cur-
rent has a very large negative number. Normally, excessive current or negative current implies that the amperometric sen-
sor is miswired or has failed. Occasionally, these messages may appear when a new sensor is first placed in service.
1. Verify that wiring is correct and connections are tight. Be sure to check connections at the junction box if one is being
used. Pay particular attention the anode and cathode connections.
2. Verify that the transmitter is configured for the correct measurement. See Section 7.4. Configuring the measurements
sets (among other things) the polarizing voltage. Applying the wrong polarizing voltage to the sensor can cause a large
negative current.
3. If the sensor was just placed in service, put the sensor in the zero solution and observe the sensor current. It should
be moving fairly quickly toward zero. To view the sensor current go to the main display and press ê until Input Current
appears. Note the units: nA is nanoamps, µA is microamps.
4. Replace the sensor membrane and electrolyte solution and clean the cathode if necessary. See the sensor instruction
sheet for details.
5. Replace the sensor.

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15.2.5 Need Zero Cal


Need Zero Cal means the measured concentration is a large negative number. The transmitter subtracts the zero current
from the measured current before converting the result to a concentration reading. If the zero current is much greater than
the measured current, the concentration reading will be negative.
1. Check the zero current and the present sensor current. To view the zero current, go to the main display and press ê
until Zero Current appears. The value shown is the zero current the last time the sensor was zeroed. To view the pres-
ent sensor current, go to the main display and press ê until Input Current appears. Note the units: nA is nanoamps,
µA is microamps.
2. Refer to the appropriate section for calibrating the sensor. Place the sensor in the zero solution. Verify that the sensor
reading is within or at least very close to the zero current limits. It may take as long as overnight for the sensor to reach
a stable zero current.

15.2.6 pH mV Too High


This message means the raw millivolt signal from the sensor is outside the range -2100 to 2100 mV.
1. Verify all wiring connections, including connections in a junction box.
2. Check that the pH sensor is completely submerged in the process liquid.
3. Check the pH sensor for cleanliness. If the sensor look fouled of dirty, clean it. Refer to the sensor instruction manual
for cleaning procedures.

15.2.7 No pH Soln GND


In the transmitter, the solution ground (Soln GND) terminal is connected to instrument common. Normally, unless the pH
sensor has a solution ground, the reference terminal must be jumpered to the solution ground terminal. HOWEVER, WHEN
THE pH SENSOR IS USED WITH A FREE CHLORINE SENSOR THIS CONNECTION IS NEVER MADE.

15.2.8 Sense Line Open


Most Rosemount Analytical sensors use a Pt100 or Pt1000 RTD in a three-wire configuration (see Figure 15-4). The in and
return leads connect the RTD to the measuring circuit in the transmitter. A third wire, called the sense line, is connected to
the return lead. The sense line allows the transmitter to correct for the resistance of the in and return leads and to correct
for changes in lead wire resistance with changes in ambient temperature.
1. Verify that all wiring connections are secure, including connections in a junction box.
2. Disconnect the RTD SENSE and RTD RETURN wires. Measure the resistance between the leads. It should be less
than 5Ω.
3. The transmitter can be operated with the sense line open. The measurement will be less accurate because the trans-
mitter can no longer compensate for lead wire resistance. However, if the sensor is to be used at approximately con-
stant ambient temperature, the lead wire resistance error can be eliminated by calibrating the sensor at the measure-
ment temperature. Errors caused by changes in ambient temperature cannot be eliminated. To make the warning mes-
sage disappear, connect the RTD SENSE and RETURN terminals with a jumper.

15.2.9 Need Factory Cal


This warning message means the transmitter requires factory calibration. Call the factory for assistance.

15.2.10 Ground >10% Off


This warning message means there is a problem with the analog circuitry. Call the factory for assistance.

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15.2.11 EE Buffer Overflow


EE Buffer Overflow means the software is trying to change too many background variables at once. Remove
power from the transmitter for about 30 seconds. If the warning message does not disappear once power is
restored, call the factory for assistance.

15.2.12 EE Chksum Error


EE Chksum Error means a software setting changed when it was not supposed to. The EEPROM may be going
bad. Call the factory for assistance.

15.2.13 EE Write Error


EE Write Error usually means at least one byte in the EEPROM has gone bad. Try entering the data again. If the
error message continues to appear, call the factory for assistance.

15.3 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN NO FAULT MESSAGE IS SHOWING - TEMPERATURE


15.3.1 Temperature measured by standard was more than 1°C different from controller.
A. Is the standard thermometer, RTD, or thermistor accurate? General purpose liquid-in-glass thermometers, par-
ticularly ones that have been mistreated, can have surprisingly large errors.
B. Is the temperature element in the sensor completely submerged in the liquid?
C. Is the standard temperature sensor submerged to the correct level?

15.4 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN NO FAULT MESSAGE IS SHOWING - OXYGEN


Problem See Section
Zero current was accepted, but current is greater than the value in the table in Section 7.2 15.4.1
Error or warning message while zeroing the sensor (zero current is too high) 15.4.1
Zero reading is unstable 15.4.2
Sensor can be calibrated, but current is outside the range in the table in Section 7.3 15.4.3
Possible error warning during air calibration 15.4.3

Possible error warning during in-process calibration 15.4.4

Process readings are erratic 15.4.5


Readings drift 15.4.6

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15.4.1 Zero current is too high


A. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer? See Section 3.0.
B. Is the membrane completely covered with zero solution and are air bubbles not trapped against the mem-
brane? Swirl and tap the sensor to release air bubbles.
C. Is the zero solution fresh and properly made? Zero the sensor in a solution of 5% sodium sulfite in water.
Prepare the solution immediately before use. It has a shelf life of only a few days.
D. If the sensor is being zeroed with nitrogen gas, verify that the nitrogen is oxygen-free and the flow is adequate
to prevent back-diffusion of air into the chamber.
E. The major contributor to the zero current is dissolved oxygen in the electrolyte solution inside the sensor. A
long zeroing period usually means that an air bubble is trapped in the electrolyte. To ensure the 499ADO or
499A TrDO sensor contains no air bubbles, carefully follow the procedure in the sensor manual for filling the
sensor. If the electrolyte solution has just been replaced, allow several hours for the zero current to stabilize.
On rare occasions, the sensor may require as long as overnight to zero.
F. Check the membrane for damage and replace the membrane if necessary
.
15.4.2 Zero reading Is unstable.
A. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer? See Section 3.0. Verify that all wiring connections are tight.
B. Readings are often erratic when a new or rebuilt sensor is first placed in service. Readings usually stabilize
after an hour.
C. Is the space between the membrane and cathode filled with electrolyte solution and is the flow path between
the electrolyte reservoir and the membrane clear? Often the flow of electrolyte can be started by simply hold-
ing the sensor with the membrane end pointing down and sharply shaking the sensor a few times as though
shaking down a clinical thermometer. If shaking does not work, perform the checks below. Refer to the sensor
instruction manuals for additional information.
For 499ADO and 499A TrDO sensors, verify that the holes at the base of the cathode stem are open (use a
straightened paperclip to clear the holes). Also verify that air bubbles are not blocking the holes. Fill the reservoir
and establish electrolyte flow to the cathode. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for the detailed procedure.
For Gx438 and Hx438 sensors, the best way to ensure that there is an adequate supply of electrolyte solution
is to simply add fresh electrolyte solution to the sensor. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for details.

15.4.3 Sensor can be calibrated, but current in air is too high or too low
A. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer? See Section 3.0. Verify that all connections are tight.
B. Is the membrane dry? The membrane must be dry during air calibration. A droplet of water on the membrane
during air calibration will lower the sensor current and cause an inaccurate calibration.
C. If the sensor current in air is very low and the sensor is new, either the electrolyte flow has stopped or the mem-
brane is torn or loose. For instructions on how to restart electrolyte flow see Section 15.4.2 or refer to the sen-
sor instruction manual. To replace a torn membrane, refer to the sensor instruction manual.
D. Is the temperature low? Sensor current is a strong function of temperature. The sensor current decreases
about 3% for every °C drop in temperature.
E. Is the membrane fouled or coated? A dirty membrane inhibits diffusion of oxygen through the membrane,
reducing the sensor current. Clean the membrane by rinsing it with a stream of water from a wash bottle or by
gently wiping the membrane with a soft tissue. If cleaning the membrane does not improve the sensor
response, replace the membrane and electrolyte solution. If necessary, polish the cathode. See the sensor
instruction sheet for more information.

15.4.4 Possible error warning during in-process calibration


This error warning appears if the current process reading and the reading it is being changed to, ie, the reading
from the standard instrument, are appreciably different.
A. Is the standard instrument properly zeroed and calibrated?
B. Are the standard and process sensor measuring the same sample? Place the sensors as close together as
possible.
C. Is the process sensor working properly? Check the response of the process sensor in air and in sodium sul-
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15.4.5 Process readings are erratic.


A. Readings are often erratic when a new sensor or a rebuilt sensor is first placed in service. The current usually sta-
bilizes after a few hours.
B. Is the sample flow within the recommended range? High sample flow may cause erratic readings. Refer to the sen-
sor instruction manual for recommended flow rates.
C. Gas bubbles impinging on the membrane may cause erratic readings. Orienting the sensor at an angle away from
vertical may reduce the noise.
D. The holes between the membrane and electrolyte reservoir might be plugged (applies to Models 499A DO and 499A
TrDO sensors only). Refer to Section 15.4.2.
E. Verify that wiring is correct. Pay particular attention to shield and ground connections.
F. Is the membrane in good condition and is the sensor filled with electrolyte solution? Replace the fill solution and
electrolyte. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for details.

15.4.6 Readings drift.


A. Is the sample temperature changing? Membrane permeability is a function of temperature. For the 499ADO and
499ATrDO sensors, the time constant for response to a temperature change is about 5 minutes. Therefore, the read-
ing may drift for a while after a sudden temperature change. The time constant for the Gx438 and Hx448 sensors is
much shorter; these sensors respond fairly rapidly to temperature changes.
B. Is the membrane clean? For the sensor to work properly oxygen must diffuse freely through the membrane. A coat-
ing on the membrane will interfere with the passage of oxygen, resulting in slow response.
C. Is the sensor in direct sunlight? If the sensor is in direct sunlight during air calibration, readings will drift as the sen-
sor warms up. Because the temperature reading lags the true temperature of the membrane, calibrating the sensor
in direct sunlight may introduce an error.
D. Is the sample flow within the recommended range? Gradual loss of sample flow will cause downward drift.
E. Is the sensor new or has it been recently serviced? New or rebuilt sensors may require several hours to stabilize.

15.4.7 Sensor does not respond to changes in oxygen level.


A. If readings are being compared with a portable laboratory instrument, verify that the laboratory instrument is work-
ing.
B. Is the membrane clean? Clean the membrane and replace it if necessary. Check that the holes at the base of the
cathode stem are open. Use a straightened paper clip to clear blockages. Replace the electrolyte solution.
C. Replace the sensor.

15.4.8 Oxygen readings are too low.


A. Low readings can be caused by zeroing the sensor before the residual current has reached a stable minimum value.
Residual current is the current the sensor generates even when no oxygen is in the sample. Because the residual cur-
rent is subtracted from subsequent measured currents, zeroing before the current is a minimum can lead to low results.
Example: the true residual (zero) current for a 499ADO sensor is 0.05 μA, and the sensitivity based on calibra-
tion in water-saturated air is 2.35 μA/ppm. Assume the measured current is 2.00 μA. The true concentration is
(2.00 - 0.05)/2.35 or 0.83 ppm. If the sensor was zeroed prematurely when the current was 0.2 μA, the measured
concentration will be (2.00 - 0.2)/2.35 or 0.77 ppm. The error is 7.2%. Suppose the measured current is 5.00 μA.
The true concentration is 2.11 ppm, and the measured concentration is 2.05 ppm. The error is now 3.3%. The
absolute difference between the readings remains the same, 0.06 ppm.
B. Sensor response depends on flow. If the flow is too low, readings will be low and flow sensitive. Verify that the flow
past the sensor equals or exceeds the minimum value. See the sensor instruction manual for recommended flows.
If the sensor is in an aeration basin, move the sensor to an area where the flow or agitation is greater.

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15.5 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN NO FAULT MESSAGE IS SHOWING - FREE CHLORINE

Problem See Section


Zero current was accepted, but the current is outside the range -10 to 10 nA 15.5.1
Error or warning message appears while zeroing the sensor (zero current is too high) 15.5.1
Zero current is unstable 15.5.2
Sensor can be calibrated, but the current is less than about 250 nA/ppm at 25°C and pH 7 15.5.3
Process readings are erratic 15.5.4
Readings drift 15.5.5
Sensor does not respond to changes in chlorine level 15.5.6

Chlorine reading spikes following rapid change in pH 15.5.7

15.5.1 Zero current is too high


A. Is the sensor properly wired to the controller. See Section 3.0.
B. Is the zero solution chlorine-free? Take a sample of the solution and test it for free chlorine level. The con-
centration should be less than 0.02 ppm.
C. Has adequate time been allowed for the sensor to reach a minimum stable residual current? It may take sev-
eral hours, sometimes as long as overnight, for a new sensor to stabilize.
D. Check the membrane for damage and replace it if necessary.

15.5.2 Zero current is unstable


A. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer? See Section 3.0. Verify that all wiring connections are tight.
B. Readings are often erratic when a new or rebuilt sensor is first placed in service. Readings usually stabilize
after about an hour.
C. Is the conductivity of the zero solution greater than 50 μS/cm? DO NOT USE DEIONIZED OR DISTILLED
WATER TO ZERO THE SENSOR. The zero solution should contain at least 0.5 grams of sodium chloride per
liter.
D. Is the space between the membrane and cathode filled with electrolyte solution and is the flow path between
the electrolyte reservoir and membrane clear? Often the flow of electrolyte and be started by simply holding
the sensor with the membrane end pointing down and sharply shaking the sensor a few times as though shak-
ing down a clinical thermometer.
If shaking does not work, try clearing the holes around the cathode stem. Hold the sensor with the membrane
end pointing up. Unscrew the membrane retainer and remove the membrane assembly. Be sure the wood ring
remains with the membrane assembly. Use the end of a straightened paper clip to clear the holes at the base
of the cathode stem. Replace the membrane.
Verify that the sensor is filled with electrolyte solution. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for details.

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15.5.3 Sensor can be calibrated, but the current is too low


A. Is the temperature low or is the pH high? Sensor current is a strong function of pH and temperature. The sen-
sor current decreases about 3% for every °C drop in temperature. Sensor current also decreases as pH
increases. Above pH 7, a 0.1 unit increase in pH lowers the current about 5%.
B. Sensor current depends on the rate of sample flow past the sensor tip. If the flow is too low, chlorine readings
will be low. Refer to the sensor instruction sheet for recommended sample flows.
C. Low current can be caused by lack of electrolyte flow to the cathode and membrane. See step D in Section
15.5.2.
D. Is the membrane fouled or coated? A dirty membrane inhibits diffusion of free chlorine through the membrane,
reducing the sensor current and increasing the response time. Clean the membrane by rinsing it with a stream
of water from a wash bottle. DO NOT use a membrane or tissue to wipe the membrane.
E. If cleaning the membrane does not improve the sensor response, replace the membrane and electrolyte solu-
tion. If necessary, polish the cathode. See the sensor instruction sheet for details.

15.5.4 Process readings are erratic


A. Readings are often erratic when a new sensor or a rebuilt sensor is first placed in service. The current usual-
ly stabilizes after a few hours.
B. Is the sample flow within the recommended range? High sample flow may cause erratic readings. Refer to the
sensor instruction sheet for recommended flow rates.
C. Are the holes between the membrane and the electrolyte reservoir open. Refer to Section 15.5.2.
D. Verify that wiring is correct. Pay particular attention to shield and ground connections.
E. If automatic pH correction is being used, check the pH reading. If the pH reading is noisy, the chlorine read-
ing will also be noisy. If the pH sensor is the cause of the noise, use manual pH correction until the problem
with the pH sensor can be corrected.
F. Is the membrane in good condition and is the sensor filled with electrolyte solution? Replace the fill solution
and electrolyte. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for details.

15.5.5 Readings drift


A. Is the sample temperature changing? Membrane permeability is a function of temperature. The time constant
for the 499ACL-01 sensor is about five minutes. Therefore, the reading may drift for a while after a sudden
temperature change.
B. Is the membrane clean? For the sensor to work properly, chlorine must diffuse freely through the membrane.
A coating on the membrane will interfere with the passage of chlorine, resulting in slow response. Clean the
membrane by rinsing it with a stream of water from a wash bottle. DO NOT use a membrane or tissue to wipe
the membrane.
C. Is the sample flow within the recommended range? Gradual loss of sample flow will cause a downward drift.
D. Is the sensor new or has it been recently serviced? New or rebuilt sensors may require several hours to sta-
bilize.
E. Is the pH of the process changing? If manual pH correction is being used, a gradual change in pH will cause
a gradual change in the chlorine reading. As pH increases, chlorine readings will decrease, even though the
free chlorine level (as determined by a grab sample test) remained constant. If the pH change is no more than
about 0.2, the change in the chlorine reading will be no more than about 10% of reading. If the pH changes
are more than 0.2, use automatic pH correction.

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15.5.6 Sensor does not respond to changes in chlorine level.


A. Is the grab sample test accurate? Is the grab sample representative of the sample flowing to the sensor?
B. Is the pH compensation correct? If the controller is using manual pH correction, verify that the pH value in the
controller equals the actual pH to within ±0.1 pH. If the controller is using automatic pH correction, check the
calibration of the pH sensor.
C. Is the membrane clean? Clean the membrane and replace it if necessary. Check that the holes at the base of
the cathode stem are open. Use a straightened paper clip to clear blockages. Replace the electrolyte solution.
D. Replace the sensor.

15.5.7 Chlorine readings spike following sudden changes in pH (automatic pH correction).


Changes in pH alter the relative amounts of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) and hypochlorite ion (OCl-) in the sam-
ple. Because the sensor responds only to HOCl, an increase in pH causes the sensor current (and the appar-
ent chlorine level) to drop even though the actual free chlorine concentration remained constant. To correct for
the pH effect, the controller automatically applies a correction. Generally, the pH sensor responds faster than
the chlorine sensor. After a sudden pH change, the controller will temporarily over-compensate and gradually
return to the correct value. The time constant for return to normal is about 5 minutes.

15.5.8 Chlorine readings are too low.


A. Was the sample tested as soon as it was taken? Chlorine solutions are unstable. Test the sample immediate-
ly after collecting it. Avoid exposing the sample to sunlight.
B. Low readings can be caused by zeroing the sensor before the residual current has reached a stable minimum
value. Residual current is the current the sensor generates even when no chlorine is in the sample. Because
the residual current is subtracted from subsequent measured currents, zeroing before the current is a mini-
mum can lead to low results.
Example: The true residual current for a free chlorine sensor is 4 nA, and the sensitivity is 350 nA/ppm.
Assume the measured current is 200 nA. The true concentration is (200-4)/350 or 0.56 ppm. If the sensor was
zeroed prematurely when the current was 10 nA, the measured concentration will be (200-10)/350 or 0.54
ppm. The error is 3.6%. Suppose the measured current is 400 nA. The true concentration is 1.13 ppm, and
the measured concentration is 1.11 ppm. The error is now 1.8%. The absolute difference between the reading
remains the same, 0.02 ppm.
C. Sensor response depends on flow. If the flow is too low, readings will be low and flow sensitive. Verify that the
flow past the sensor equals or exceeds the minimum value. See the sensor instruction manual for recom-
mended flows.

15.6 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN NO FAULT MESSAGE IS SHOWING - TOTAL CHLORINE


Refer to the instruction manual for the SCS921 for a complete troubleshooting guide.

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15.7 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN NO ERROR MESSAGE IS SHOWING —


MONOCHLORAMINE

Problem See Section


Zero current was accepted, but the current is outside the range -10 to 50 nA 15.7.1
Error or warning message appears while zeroing the sensor (zero current is too high) 15.7.1
Zero current is unstable 15.7.2
Sensor can be calibrated, but the current is less than about 250 nA/ppm at 25°C 15.7.3
Process readings are erratic 15.7.4
Readings drift 15.7.5
Sensor does not respond to changes in monochloramine level 15.7.6

15.7.1 Zero current is too high


A. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer? See Section 3.0.
B. Is the zero solution monochloramine-free? Take a sample of the solution and test it for monochloramine level.
The concentration should be less than 0.02 ppm.
C. Has adequate time been allowed for the sensor to reach a minimum stable residual current? It may take sev-
eral hours, sometimes as long as overnight, for a new sensor to stabilize.
D. Check the membrane for damage and replace it if necessary. Be careful not to touch the membrane or cath-
ode. Touching the cathode mesh may damage it.

15.7.2 Zero current is unstable


A. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer? See Section 3.0. Verify that all wiring connections are tight.
B. Readings are often erratic when a new or rebuilt sensor is first placed in service. Readings usually stabilize
after about an hour.
C. Is the space between the membrane and cathode mesh filled with electrolyte solution? Often the flow of elec-
trolyte and be started by simply holding the sensor with the membrane end pointing down and sharply shak-
ing the sensor a few times as though shaking down a clinical thermometer.
Verify that the sensor is filled with electrolyte solution. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for details.

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15.7.3 Sensor can be calibrated, but the current is too low


A. Is the temperature low? The sensor current decreases about 5% for every °C drop in temperature.
B. Sensor current depends on the rate of sample flow past the sensor tip. If the flow is too low, monochloramine
readings will be low. Refer to the sensor instruction sheet for recommended sample flows.
C. Low current can be caused by lack of electrolyte flow to the cathode and membrane. See step C in Section
15.7.2.
D. When was the sensor fill solution last replaced? The monochloramine sensor loses sensitivity, that is, it gen-
erates less current per ppm of monochloramine, as it operates. Gradual loss of sensitivity can usually be com-
pensated for by calibrating the sensor weekly. After about two months, the sensitivity will have dropped to
about 70% of its original value. At this point, the electrolyte solution and membrane should be replaced. Refer
to the sensor instruction manual.
E. Is the membrane fouled or coated? A dirty membrane inhibits diffusion of monochloramine through the mem-
brane, reducing the sensor current and increasing the response time. Clean the membrane by rinsing it with
a stream of water from a wash bottle. DO NOT use a membrane or tissue to wipe the membrane.
F. If cleaning the membrane does not improve the sensor response, replace the membrane and electrolyte solu-
tion. See the sensor instruction sheet for details.

15.7.4 Process readings are erratic


A. Readings are often erratic when a new sensor or rebuilt sensor is first placed in service. The current usually
stabilizes after a few hours.
B. Is the sample flow within the recommended range? High sample flow may cause erratic readings. Refer to the
sensor instruction sheet for recommended flow rates.
C. Verify that wiring is correct. Pay particular attention to shield and ground connections.
D. Is the membrane in good condition and is the sensor filled with electrolyte solution? Replace the fill solution
and electrolyte. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for details.

15.7.5 Readings drift


A. Is the sample temperature changing? Membrane permeability is a function of temperature. The time constant
for the sensor is about five minutes. Therefore, the reading may drift for a while after a sudden temperature
change.
B. Is the membrane clean? For the sensor to work properly, monochloramine must diffuse freely through the
membrane. A coating on the membrane will interfere with the passage of monochloramine, resulting in slow
response. Clean the membrane by rinsing it with a stream of water from a wash bottle. DO NOT use a mem-
brane or tissue to wipe the membrane.
C. Is the sample flow within the recommended range? Gradual loss of sample flow will cause a downward drift.
D. Is the sensor new or has it been recently serviced? New or rebuilt sensors may require several hours to sta-
bilize.
E. Gradual downward drift is caused by depletion of the fill solution. Normally, calibrating the sensor every week
adequately compensates for the drift. After the sensor has been in service for several months, it will probably
be necessary to replace the fill solution and membrane. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for details.

15.7.6 Sensor does not respond to changes in monochloramine level.


A. Is the grab sample test accurate? Is the grab sample representative of the sample flowing to the sensor?
B. When was the sensor fill solution last replaced? The monochloramine sensor loses sensitivity, that is, it gen-
erates less current per ppm of monochloramine, as it operates. After about two months, the sensitivity will have
dropped to about 70% of its original value. If the fill solution is extremely old, the sensor may be completely
non-responsive to monochloramine. Replace the fill solution and membrane. See the sensor instruction man-
ual for details.
C. Is the membrane clean? Clean the membrane with a stream of water and replace it if necessary.
D. Replace the sensor.

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15.7.7 Readings are too low.


A. Was the sample tested as soon as it was taken? Monochloramine solutions are moderately unstable. Test the
sample immediately after collecting it. Avoid exposing the sample to sunlight.
B. When was the sensor fill solution last replaced? The monochloramine sensor loses sensitivity, that is, it gen-
erates less current per ppm of monochloramine, as it operates. Generally, calibrating the sensor every week
compensates for the gradual loss in sensitivity. After about two months, the sensitivity will have dropped to
about 70% of its original value. At this point, the electrolyte solution and membrane should be replaced. Refer
to the sensor instruction manual.
C. Low readings can be caused by zeroing the sensor before the residual current has reached a stable minimum
value. Residual current is the current the sensor generates even when no monochloramine is in the sample.
Because the residual current is subtracted from subsequent measured currents, zeroing before the current is
a minimum can lead to low results.
Example: The true residual current for a monochloramine sensor is 20 nA, and the sensitivity is 400 nA/ppm.
Assume the measured current is 600 nA. The true concentration is (600-20)/400 or 1.45 ppm. If the sensor
was zeroed prematurely when the current was 40 nA, the measured concentration will be (600-40)/400 or 1.40
ppm. The error is 3.5%. Suppose the measured current is 800 nA. The true concentration is 1.95 ppm, and
the measured concentration is 1.90 ppm. The error is now 2.6%. The absolute difference between the read-
ing remains the same, 0.05 ppm.
D. Sensor response depends on flow. If the flow is too low, readings will be low and flow sensitive. Verify that the
flow past the sensor equals or exceeds the minimum value. See the sensor instruction manual for recom-
mended flows.

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15.8 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN NO FAULT MESSAGE IS SHOWING - OZONE


Problem See Section
Zero current was accepted, but the current is outside the range -10 to 10 nA 15.8.1
Error or warning message appears while zeroing the sensor (zero current is too high) 15.8.1
Zero current is unstable 15.8.2
Sensor can be calibrated, but the current is less than about 350 nA/ppm at 25°C 15.8.3
Process readings are erratic 15.8.4
Readings drift 15.8.5
Sensor does not respond to changes in ozone level 15.8.6
Ozone readings are too low 15.8.7

15.8.1 Zero current is too high


A. Is the sensor properly wired to the controller. See Section 3.0.
B. Is the zero solution ozone free? Test the zero solution for ozone level. The concentration should be less than
0.02 ppm.
C. Has adequate time been allowed for the sensor to reach a minimum stable residual current? It may take sev-
eral hours, sometimes as long as overnight, for a new sensor to stabilize.
D. Check the membrane for damage and replace it if necessary.

15.8.2 Zero current is unstable


A. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer? See Section 3.0. Verify that all wiring connections are tight.
B. Readings are often erratic when a new or rebuilt sensor is first placed in service. Readings usually stabilize
after about an hour.
C. Is the space between the membrane and cathode filled with electrolyte solution and is the flow path between
the electrolyte reservoir and membrane clear? Often the flow of electrolyte and be started by simply holding
the sensor with the membrane end pointing down and sharply shaking the sensor a few times as though shak-
ing down a clinical thermometer.
If shaking does not work, try clearing the holes around the cathode stem. Hold the sensor with the membrane
end pointing up. Unscrew the membrane retainer and remove the membrane assembly. Be sure the wood ring
remains with the membrane assembly. Use the end of a straightened paper clip to clear the holes at the base
of the cathode stem. Replace the membrane.
Verify that the sensor is filled with electrolyte solution. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for details.

15.8.3 Sensor can be calibrated, but the current is too low


A. Sensor current is a strong function of temperature. The sensor current decreases about 3% for every °C drop
in temperature.
B. Sensor current depends on the rate of sample flow past the sensor tip. If the flow is too low, ozone readings
will be low. Refer to the sensor instruction sheet for recommended sample flows.
C. Low current can be caused by lack of electrolyte flow to the cathode and membrane. See step C in Section
15.8.2.
D. Is the membrane fouled or coated? A dirty membrane inhibits diffusion of ozone through the membrane, reduc-
ing the sensor current and increasing the response time. Clean the membrane by rinsing it with a stream of
water from a wash bottle or gently wipe the membrane with a soft tissue.
If cleaning the membrane does not improve the sensor response, replace the membrane and electrolyte solu-
tion. If necessary, polish the cathode. See the sensor instruction sheet for details.

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15.8.4 Process readings are erratic


A. Readings are often erratic when a new sensor or a rebuilt sensor is first placed in service. The current usual-
ly stabilizes after a few hours.
B. Is the sample flow within the recommended range? High sample flow may cause erratic readings. Refer to the
sensor instruction sheet for recommended flow rates.
C. Are the holes between the membrane and the electrolyte reservoir open. Refer to Section 15.8.2.
D. Verify that wiring is correct. Pay particular attention to shield and ground connections.
E. Is the membrane in good condition and is the sensor filled with electrolyte solution? Replace the fill solution
and electrolyte. Refer to the sensor instruction manual for details.

15.8.5 Readings drift


A. Is the sample temperature changing? Membrane permeability is a function of temperature. The time constant
for the 499AOZ sensor is about five minutes. Therefore, the reading may drift for a while after a sudden tem-
perature change.
B. Is the membrane clean? For the sensor to work properly, ozone must diffuse freely through the membrane. A
coating on the membrane will interfere with the passage of ozone, resulting in slow response. Clean the mem-
brane by rinsing it with a stream of water from a wash bottle, or gently wipe the membrane with a soft tissue.
C. Is the sample flow within the recommended range? Gradual loss of sample flow will cause a downward drift.
D. Is the sensor new or has it been recently serviced. New or rebuilt sensors may require several hours to stabilize.

15.8.6 Sensor does not respond to changes in ozone level.


A. Is the grab sample test accurate? Is the grab sample representative of the sample flowing to the sensor?
B. Is the membrane clean? Clean the membrane and replace it if necessary. Check that the holes at the base of
the cathode stem are open. Use a straightened paper clip to clear blockages. Replace the electrolyte solution.
C. Replace the sensor.

15.8.7 Ozone readings are too low.


A. Was the sample tested as soon as it was taken? Ozone solutions are highly unstable. Test the sample imme-
diately after collecting it.
B. Low readings can be caused by zeroing the sensor before the residual current has reached a stable minimum
value. Residual current is the current the sensor generates even when no ozone is in the sample. Because
the residual current is subtracted from subsequent measured currents, zeroing before the current is a mini-
mum can lead to low results.
Example: The true residual current for an ozone sensor is 4 nA, and the sensitivity is 350 nA/ppm. Assume the
measured current is 200 nA. The true concentration is (200-4)/350 or 0.560 ppm. If the sensor was zeroed pre-
maturely when the current was 10 nA, the measured concentration will be (200-10)/350 or 0.543 ppm. The
error is 3.6%. Suppose the measured current is 100 nA. The true concentration is 0.274 ppm, and the meas-
ured concentration is 0.257 ppm. The error is now 6.2%. The absolute difference between the reading remains
the same, 0.017 ppm.
C. Sensor response depends on flow. If the flow is too low, readings will be low and flow sensitive. Verify that the
flow past the sensor equals or exceeds the minimum value. See the sensor instruction manual for recom-
mended flows.

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15.9 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN NO FAULT MESSAGE IS SHOWING - pH

Problem See Section


Warning or error message during two-point calibration 15.9.1
Warning or error message during standardization 15.9.2
Controller will not accept manual slope 15.9.3
Sensor does not respond to known pH changes 15.9.4
Calibration was successful, but process pH is slightly different from expected value 15.9.5
Calibration was successful, but process pH is grossly wrong and/or noisy 15.9.6
Process reading is noisy 15.9.7

15.9.1 Warning or error message during two-point calibration.


Once the two-point (manual or automatic) calibration is complete, the transmitter automatically calculates the sen-
sor slope (at 25°C). If the slope is less than 45 mV/pH, the transmitter displays a "Slope error low" message. If the
slope is greater than 60 mV/pH, the transmitter displays a "Slope error high" message. The transmitter will not
update the calibration. Check the following:
A. Are the buffers accurate? Inspect the buffers for obvious signs of deterioration, such as turbidity or mold
growth. Neutral and slightly acidic buffers are highly susceptible to molds. Alkaline buffers (pH 9 and greater),
if they have been exposed to air for long periods, may also be inaccurate. Alkaline buffers absorb carbon diox-
ide from the atmosphere, which lowers the pH. If a high pH buffer was used in the failed calibration, repeat the
calibration using a fresh buffer. If fresh buffer is not available, use a lower pH buffer. For example, use pH 4
and pH 7 buffer instead of pH 7 and pH 10 buffer.
B. Was adequate time allowed for temperature equilibration? If the sensor was in a process liquid substantially
hotter or colder than the buffer, place it in a container of water at ambient temperature for at least 20 minutes
before starting the calibration.
C. Were correct pH values entered during manual calibration? Using auto calibration eliminates error caused by
improperly entered values.
D. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer? Check sensor wiring including any connections in a junction box.
See Section 3.3.
E. Is the sensor dirty or coated? See the sensor instruction sheet for cleaning instructions.
F. Is the sensor faulty? Check the glass impedance. From the main display, press the ê key until the "Glass
imped" screen is showing. Refer to the table for an interpretation of the glass impedance value.

less than 10 MΩ Glass bulb is cracked or broken. Sensor has failed.


between 10 MΩ and 1000 MΩ Normal reading
greater than 1000 MΩ pH sensor may be nearing the end of its service life.

G. Is the transmitter faulty? The best way to check for a faulty transmitter is to simulate pH inputs. See Section
15.13.

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15.9.2 Warning or error message during two-point calibration.


During standardization, the millivolt signal from the pH cell is increased or decreased until it agrees with the pH
reading from a reference instrument. A unit change in pH requires an offset of about 59 mV. The controller limits
the offset to ±1400 mV. If the standardization causes an offset greater than ±1400 mV, the analyzer will display the
Calibration Error screen. The standardization will not be updated. Check the following:
A. Is the referee pH meter working and properly calibrated? Check the response of the referee sensor in buffers.
B. Is the process sensor working properly? Check the process sensor in buffers.
C. Is the sensor fully immersed in the process liquid? If the sensor is not completely submerged, it may be meas-
uring the pH of the liquid film covering the glass bulb and reference element. The pH of this film may be dif-
ferent from the pH of the bulk liquid.
D. Is the sensor fouled? The sensor measures the pH of the liquid adjacent to the glass bulb. If the sensor is
heavily fouled, the pH of liquid trapped against the bulb may be different from the bulk liquid.
E. Has the sensor been exposed to poisoning agents (sulfides or cyanides) or has it been exposed to extreme
temperature? Poisoning agents and high temperature can shift the reference voltage many hundred millivolts.
To check the reference voltage, see Section 15.15.

15.9.3 Controller will not accept manual slope.


If the sensor slope is known from other sources, it can be entered directly into the controller. The controller will not
accept a slope (at 25°) outside the range 45 to 60 mV/pH. If the user attempts to enter a slope less than 45 mV/pH,
the controller will automatically change the entry to 45. If the user attempts to enter a slope greater than 60 mV/pH,
the controller will change the entry to 60 mV/pH. See Section 15.9.1 for troubleshooting sensor slope problems.

15.9.4 Sensor does not respond to known pH changes.


A. Did the expected pH change really occur? If the process pH reading was not what was expected, check the
performance of the sensor in buffers. Also, use a second pH meter to verify the change.
B. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer?
C. Is the glass bulb cracked or broken? Check the glass electrode impedance. See Section 15.2.2.
D. Is the analyzer working properly. Check the analyzer by simulating the pH input.

15.9.5 Calibration was successful, but process pH is slightly different from expected value.
Differences between pH readings made with an on-line instrument and a laboratory or portable instrument are nor-
mal. The on-line instrument is subject to process variables, for example ground potentials, stray voltages, and ori-
entation effects that may not affect the laboratory or portable instrument. To make the process reading agree with
a reference instrument, see Section 14.4.

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15.9.6 Calibration was successful, but process pH is grossly wrong and/or noisy.
Grossly wrong or noisy readings suggest a ground loop (measurement system connected to earth ground at more
than one point), a floating system (no earth ground), or noise being brought into the analyzer by the sensor cable.
The problem arises from the process or installation. It is not a fault of the analyzer. The problem should disappear
once the sensor is taken out of the system. Check the following:
A. Is a ground loop present?
1. Verify that the system works properly in buffers. Be sure there is no direct electrical connection between
the buffer containers and the process liquid or piping.
2. Strip back the ends of a heavy gauge wire. Connect one end of the wire to the process piping or place it
in the process liquid. Place the other end of the wire in the container of buffer with the sensor. The wire
makes an electrical connection between the process and sensor.
3. If offsets and noise appear after making the connection, a ground loop exists.
B. Is the process grounded?
1. The measurement system needs one path to ground: through the process liquid and piping. Plastic pip-
ing, fiberglass tanks, and ungrounded or poorly grounded vessels do not provide a path. A floating system
can pick up stray voltages from other electrical equipment.
2. Ground the piping or tank to a local earth ground.
3. If noise still persists, simple grounding is not the problem. Noise is probably being carried into the instru-
ment through the sensor wiring.
C. Simplify the sensor wiring.
1. First, verify that pH sensor wiring is correct. Note that it is not necessary to jumper the solution ground and
reference terminals.
2. Disconnect all sensor wires at the analyzer except pH/mV IN, REFERENCE IN, RTD IN and RTD
RETURN. See the wiring diagrams in Section 3.0. If the sensor is wired to the analyzer through a remote
junction box containing a preamplifier, disconnect the wires at the sensor side of the junction box.
3. Tape back the ends of the disconnected wires to keep them from making accidental connections with other
wires or terminals.
4. Connect a jumper wire between the RTD RETURN and RTD SENSE terminals (see wiring diagrams in
Section 3.0).
5. If noise and/or offsets disappear, the interference was coming into the analyzer through one of the sensor
wires. The system can be operated permanently with the simplified wiring.
D. Check for extra ground connections or induced noise.
1. If the sensor cable is run inside conduit, there may be a short between the cable and the conduit. Re-run
the cable outside the conduit. If symptoms disappear, there is a short between the cable and the conduit.
Likely a shield is exposed and touching the conduit. Repair the cable and reinstall it in the conduit.
2. To avoid induced noise in the sensor cable, run it as far away as possible from power cables, relays, and
electric motors. Keep sensor wiring out of crowded panels and cable trays.
3. If ground loops persist, consult the factory. A visit from a technician may be required to solve the problem.

15.9.7 Process pH readings are noisy.


A. Is the sensor dirty or fouled? Suspended solids in the sample can coat the reference junction and interfere with
the electrical connection between the sensor and the process liquid. The result is often a noisy reading.
B. Is the sensor properly wired to the analyzer? See Section 3.0.
C. Is a ground loop present? Refer to Section 15.9.6.

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15.10 TROUBLESHOOTING NOT RELATED TO MEASUREMENT PROBLEMS

Problem Action
Incorrect current output 1. Verify that output load is within the values shown in
Figure 2.5.
2. For minor errors, trim the output (see Section 7.3.6)
Display too light or too dark Change contrast (see Section 7.10)
“Enter Security Code” shown in display Transmitter has password protection
(see Sections 5.4 and 7.6)
“Hold” showing in display Transmitter is in hold (see Section 5.5)
“Current Output for Test:” showing in display Transmitter is simulating outputs (see Section 7.3.5)

15.11 SIMULATING INPUTS - DISSOLVED OXYGEN


To check the performance of the controller, use a decade box to simulate the current from the oxygen sensor.
A. Disconnect the anode and cathode leads from terminals 11 and 12 on TB1 and connect a decade box as
shown in Figure 15-1. It is not necessary to disconnect the RTD leads.
B. Set the decade box to the resistance shown in the table.
Sensor Polarizing Voltage Resistance Expected current
499ADO -675 mV 34 kΩ 20 μA
499A TrDO -800 mV 20 kΩ 40 μA
Hx438 and Gx448 -675 mV 8.4 MΩ 80 nA

C. Note the sensor current. To view the sensor current from the
main display, press ê until the Input Current screen
appears. Note the units: μA is microamps, nA is nanoamps.
D. Change the decade box resistance and verify that the cor-
rect current is shown. Calculate current from the equation:

voltage (mV)
current (μA) =
resistance (kΩ)

FIGURE 15-1. Simulate Dissolved Oxygen

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15.12 SIMULATING INPUTS - OTHER AMPEROMETRIC MEASUREMENTS


To check the performance of the controller, use a decade box and a battery to simulate the current from the sen-
sor. The battery, which opposes the polarizing voltage, is necessary to ensure that the sensor current has the cor-
rect sign.
A. Disconnect the anode and cathode leads from terminals 1 and 2 on TB3 and connect a decade box and bat-
tery as shown in Figure 15-2. It is not necessary to disconnect the RTD leads.
B. Set the decade box to the resistance shown in the table.

Sensor Polarizing Voltage Resistance Expected current


499ACL-01 (free chlorine) 200 mV 28 MΩ 500 nA
499ACL-02 (total chlorine) 250 mV 675 kΩ 2000 nA
499ACL-03 (monochloramine) 400 mV 3 MΩ 400 nA
499AOZ 250 mV 2.7 MΩ 500 nA

C. Note the sensor current. It should be close to the value


in the table. The actual value depends of the voltage of
the battery. To view the sensor current from the main
display, press ê until the Input Current screen
appears. Note the units: μA is microamps, nA is
nanoamps.
D. Change the decade box resistance and verify that the
correct current is shown. Calculate current from the
equation:
Vbattery - Vpolarizing (mV)
current (μA) =
resistance (kΩ)

The voltage of a fresh 1.5 volt battery is about 1.6 volt


(1600 mV).
FIGURE 15-2. Simulate Chlorine and Ozone

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15.13 SIMULATING INPUTS - pH


15.13.1 General
This section describes how to simulate a pH input into the transmitter. To simulate a pH measurement, connect a
standard millivolt source to the transmitter. If the transmitter is working properly, it will accurately measure the input
voltage and convert it to pH. Although the general procedure is the same, the wiring details depend on whether the
preamplifier is in the sensor, a junction box, or the transmitter.

15.13.2 Simulating pH input when the preamplifier is in the analyzer.


1. Turn off automatic temperature correction (Section 7.5). Set the manual temperature to 25°C.
2. Disconnect the sensor and connect a jumper wire between the pH IN and the REFERENCE IN terminals.
3. From the Diagnostics menu scroll down until the "pH input" line is showing. The pH input is the raw voltage
signal in mV. The measured voltage should be 0 mV and the pH should be 7.00. Because calibration data
stored in the analyzer may be offsetting the input voltage, the displayed pH may not be exactly 7.00.
4. If a standard millivolt source is available, disconnect the jumper wire between the pH IN and the REFERENCE
IN terminals and connect the voltage source as shown if Figure 15-3.
5. Calibrate the controller using the procedure in Section
14.0. Use 0.0 mV for Buffer 1 (pH 7.00) and -177.4 mV for
Buffer 2 (pH 10.00). If the analyzer is working properly, it
should accept the calibration. The slope should be 59.16
mV/pH and the offset should be zero.
6. To check linearity, set the voltage source to the values
shown in the table and verify that the pH and millivolt read-
ings match the values in the table.

Voltage (mV) pH (at 25°C)


295.8 2.00
177.5 4.00
59.2 6.00
-59.2 8.00 FIGURE 15-3. Simulate pH
-177.5 10.00
-295.8 12.00

15.13.3 Simulating pH input when the preamplifier is in a junction box.


The procedure is the same as described in Section 15.11.2. Keep the connections between the analyzer and the
junction box in place. Disconnect the sensor at the sensor side of the junction box and connect the voltage source
to the sensor side of the junction box. See Figure 15-3.

15.13.4 Simulating pH input when the preamplifier is in the sensor.


The preamplifier in the sensor converts the high impedance signal into a low impedance signal without amplifying
it. To simulate pH values, follow the procedure in Section 15.13.2.

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15.14 SIMULATING TEMPERATURE


15.14.1 General.
The Xmt-A-HT controller accepts either a Pt100 RTD (for
pH, 499ADO, 499ATrDO, 499ACL-01, 499ACL-02,
499ACL-03, and 499AOZ sensors) or a 22k NTC thermis-
tor (for Hx438 and Gx448 DO sensors and most steam-
sterilizable DO sensors from other manufacturers). The
Pt100 RTD is in a three-wire configuration. See Figure 15-
4. The 22k thermistor has a two-wire configuration.

FIGURE 15-4. Three-Wire RTD Configuration.


15.14.2 Simulating temperature
Although only two wires are required to connect the RTD
To simulate the temperature input, wire a decade box to the to the analyzer, using a third (and sometimes fourth) wire
analyzer or junction box as shown in Figure 15-5. allows the analyzer to correct for the resistance of the
lead wires and for changes in the lead wire resistance
To check the accuracy of the temperature measurement, with temperature.
set the resistor simulating the RTD to the values indicated
in the table and note the temperature readings. The meas-
ured temperature might not agree with the value in the
table. During sensor calibration an offset might have been
applied to make the measured temperature agree with a
standard thermometer. The offset is also applied to the
simulated resistance. The controller is measuring tempera-
ture correctly if the difference between measured tempera-
tures equals the difference between the values in the table
to within ±0.1°C.
For example, start with a simulated resistance of 103.9 Ω,
which corresponds to 10.0°C. Assume the offset from the
sensor calibration was -0.3 Ω. Because of the offset, the FIGURE 15-5. Simulating RTD Inputs.
analyzer calculates temperature using 103.6 Ω. The result The figure shows wiring connections for sensors con-
is 9.2°C. Now change the resistance to 107.8 Ω, which cor- taining a Pt 100 RTD.
responds to 20.0°C. The analyzer uses 107.5 Ω to calcu-
late the temperature, so the display reads 19.2°C. Because Temp. (°C) Pt 100 (Ω) 22k NTC (kΩ)
the difference between the displayed temperatures 0 100.0 64.88
(10.0°C) is the same as the difference between the simu- 10 103.9 41.33
lated temperatures, the analyzer is working correctly. 20 107.8 26.99
25 109.7 22.00
30 111.7 18.03
40 115.5 12.31
50 119.4 8.565
60 123.2 6.072
70 127.1 4.378
80 130.9 3.208
85 132.8 2.761
90 134.7 2.385
100 138.5 1.798

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15.15 MEASURING REFERENCE VOLTAGE


Some processes contain substances that poison or shift
the potential of the reference electrode. Sulfide is a good
example. Prolonged exposure to sulfide converts the ref-
erence electrode from a silver/silver chloride electrode to
a silver/silver sulfide electrode. The change in reference
voltage is several hundred millivolts. A good way to check
for poisoning is to compare the voltage of the reference
electrode with a silver/silver chloride electrode known to
be good. The reference electrode from a new sensor is
best. See Figure 15-6. If the reference electrode is good,
the voltage difference should be no more than about 20
mV. A poisoned reference electrode usually requires
replacement.

FIGURE 15-6. Checking for a Poisoned


Reference Electrode.
Refer to the sensor wiring diagram to identify the
reference leads. A laboratory silver/silver chloride
electrode can be used in place of the second sensor.

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MAINTENANCE

SECTION 16.0
MAINTENANCE

16.1 OVERVIEW
The Solu Comp Xmt needs little routine maintenance. The calibration of the analyzer and sensor should be
checked periodically. To recalibrate the sensor and analyzer, refer to sections 9 through 14.

16.2 REPLACEMENT PARTS


Only a few components of the analyzer are replaceable. Refer to the tables below. Circuit boards, display, and
enclosure are not replaceable.

TABLE 16-1. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR SOLU COMP XMT (PANEL MOUNT VERSION)

PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION SHIPPING WEIGHT


23823-00 Panel mounting kit, includes four brackets and four set screws 2 lb/1.0 kg
33654-00 Gasket, front, for panel mount version 2 lb/1.0 kg
33658-00 Gasket, rear cover, for panel mount version 2 lb/1.0 kg

TABLE 16-2. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR SOLU COMP XMT (PIPE/SURFACE MOUNT VERSION)

PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION SHIPPING WEIGHT


33655-00 Gasket for pipe/surface mount version 2 lb/1.0 kg
23833-00 Surface mount kit, consists of four self tapping screws and 1 lb/0.5 kg
four O-rings

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RETURN OF MATERIAL

SECTION 17.0
RETURN OF MATERIAL

17.1 GENERAL.
To expedite the repair and return of instruments, proper communication between the customer and the factory is
important. Before returning a product for repair, call 1-949-757-8500 for a Return Materials Authorization (RMA)
number.

17.2 WARRANTY REPAIR.


The following is the procedure for returning instruments still under warranty:
1. Call Rosemount Analytical for authorization.
2. To verify warranty, supply the factory sales order number or the original purchase order number. In the case
of individual parts or sub-assemblies, the serial number on the unit must be supplied.
3. Carefully package the materials and enclose your “Letter of Transmittal” (see Warranty). If possible, pack the
materials in the same manner as they were received.
4. Send the package prepaid to:

Emerson Process Management IMPORTANT


Liquid Division Please see second section of “Return of
2400 Barranca Parkway Materials Request” form. Compliance with
Irvine, CA 92606 the OSHA requirements is mandatory for
Attn: Factory Repair the safety of all personnel. MSDS forms
and a certification that the instruments have
RMA No. ____________ been disinfected or detoxified are required.
Mark the package: Returned for Repair
Model No. ____

17.3 NON-WARRANTY REPAIR.


The following is the procedure for returning for repair instruments that are no longer under warranty:

1. Call Rosemount Analytical for authorization.

2. Supply the purchase order number, and make sure to provide the name and telephone number of the individ-
ual to be contacted should additional information be needed.
3. Do Steps 3 and 4 of Section 17.2.

NOTE
Consult the factory for additional information regarding service or repair.

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MODEL Xmt-A-HT APPENDIX A

APPENDIX A
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE AS A FUNCTION OF ALTITUDE

The table shows how barometric pressure changes with altitude. Pressure values do not take into account
humidity and weather fronts.

Altitude Barometric Pressure


m ft bar mm Hg in Hg kPa
0 0 1.013 760 29.91 101.3
250 820 0.983 737 29.03 98.3
500 1640 0.955 716 28.20 95.5
750 2460 0.927 695 27.37 92.7
1000 3280 0.899 674 26.55 89.9
1250 4100 0.873 655 25.77 87.3
1500 4920 0.846 635 24.98 84.6
1750 5740 0.821 616 24.24 82.1
2000 6560 0.795 596 23.47 79.5
2250 7380 0.771 579 22.78 77.1
2500 8200 0.747 560 22.06 74.7
2750 9020 0.724 543 21.38 72.4
3000 9840 0.701 526 20.70 70.1
3250 10,660 0.679 509 20.05 67.9
3500 11,480 0.658 494 19.43 65.8

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Toll Free: +1.800.854.8257 F 49.6055.884.20
Fax: +1.949.474.7250

LATIN AMERICA
ASIA-PACIFIC
Emerson Process Management
Emerson Process Management Rosemount Analytical
Asia Pacific Private Ltd. 10241 West Little York, Suite #200
1 Pandan Crescent Houston, TX 77040 USA
Singapore 0512 T 713.467.6000
Republic of Singapore F 713.827.3328
Phone: 65.777.8211
Fax: 65.777.0947
MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA
Emerson Process Management
EUROPE EPM Building
Emerson Process Management AG P. O. Box 17033
Blegistrasse 21 Jebe Ali Free Zone
CH-6341 Baar-Walterswil Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Switzerland T 971.4.8835235
T 41.41.768.6111 F 971.4.8835312
T 41.41.761.8740

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT


www.rosemountanalytical.com

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WARRANTY
Goods and part(s) (excluding consumables) manufactured by Seller are warranted to be free from defects in workman-
ship and material under normal use and service for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of shipment by Seller.
Consumables, pH electrodes, membranes, liquid junctions, electrolyte, O-rings, etc. are warranted to be free from defects
in workmanship and material under normal use and service for a period of ninety (90) days from date of shipment by Seller.
Goods, part(s) and consumables proven by Seller to be defective in workmanship and / or material shall be replaced or
repaired, free of charge, F.O.B. Seller's factory provided that the goods, parts(s), or consumables are returned to Seller's
designated factory, transportation charges prepaid, within the twelve (12) month period of warranty in the case of goods
and part(s), and in the case of consumables, within the ninety (90) day period of warranty. This warranty shall be in effect
for replacement or repaired goods, part(s) and consumables for the remaining portion of the period of the twelve (12)
month warranty in the case of goods and part(s) and the remaining portion of the ninety (90) day warranty in the case of
consumables. A defect in goods, part(s) and consumables of the commercial unit shall not operate to condemn such com-
mercial unit when such goods, parts(s) or consumables are capable of being renewed, repaired or replaced.
The Seller shall not be liable to the Buyer, or to any other person, for the loss or damage, directly or indirectly, arising
from the use of the equipment or goods, from breach of any warranty or from any other cause. All other warranties,
expressed or implied are hereby excluded.
IN CONSIDERATION OF THE STATED PURCHASE PRICE OF THE GOODS, SELLER GRANTS ONLY THE ABOVE
STATED EXPRESS WARRANTY. NO OTHER WARRANTIES ARE GRANTED INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

RETURN OF MATERIAL

Material returned for repair, whether in or out of warranty, should be shipped prepaid to:

Emerson Process Management


2400 Barranca Parkway
Irvine, CA 92606

The shipping container should be marked:


Return for Repair
Model _______________________________

The returned material should be accompanied by a letter of transmittal which should include the following information
(make a copy of the "Return of Materials Request" found on the last page of the Manual and provide the following there-
on):

1. Location type of service, and length of time of service of the device.


2. Description of the faulty operation of the device and the circumstances of the failure.
3. Name and telephone number of the person to contact if there are questions about the returned material.
4. Statement as to whether warranty or non-warranty service is requested.
5. Complete shipping instructions for return of the material.

Adherence to these procedures will expedite handling of the returned material and will prevent unnecessary additional
charges for inspection and testing to determine the problem with the device.

If the material is returned for out-of-warranty repairs, a purchase order for repairs should be enclosed.

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right now.
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Specifications subject to change without notice.


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Credit Cards for U.S. Purchases Only.

Emerson Process Management

2400 Barranca Parkway


Irvine, CA 92606 USA
Tel: (949) 757-8500
Fax: (949) 474-7250
http://www.rosemountnanlytical.com

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