Hach-Lange SIGMATAX2 User Manual

DOC023.52.03103

SIGMATAX 2

User manual

08/2012, Edition 2A

© HACH-LANGE GmbH, 2003, 2012. All rights reserved. Printed in Germany

Table of Contents

Section 1 Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 5

Section 2 General Information............................................................................................................... 7

2.1 Safety information............................................................................................................................... 7

2.1.1 Use of hazard information.......................................................................................................... 7

2.1.2 Precautionary labels .................................................................................................................. 7

2.2 Application areas ................................................................................................................................8

2.3 Functional description......................................................................................................................... 8

2.4 Instrument design ............................................................................................................................... 9

Section 3 Installation............................................................................................................................ 11

3.1 Mechanical installation...................................................................................................................... 12

3.1.1 Install the sampling probe........................................................................................................ 14

3.1.2 Second mounting point and extension pipe............................................................................. 16

3.1.3 Install the open loop control unit .............................................................................................. 18

3.1.4 Prepare the connection tube.................................................................................................... 20

3.1.5 Connect the connection tube ................................................................................................... 21

3.2 Electrical installation ......................................................................................................................... 22

3.2.1 Connect the pipe trace heater and fault indication contact...................................................... 22

3.2.2 Connect the fiber optic cable ................................................................................................... 24

3.3 Internal tubing................................................................................................................................... 24

Section 4 Start Up................................................................................................................................. 27

Section 5 Operation..............................................................................................................................29

5.1 Operation.......................................................................................................................................... 29

5.2 Menu overview.................................................................................................................................. 30

5.3 Important instrument settings ........................................................................................................... 31

5.3.1 Switch on the heater ................................................................................................................ 31

5.3.2 Set the processing interval....................................................................................................... 31

5.3.3 Set the display contrast............................................................................................................ 31

5.3.4 Switch on the pressure display ................................................................................................31

5.3.5 Access service mode............................................................................................................... 32

Section 6 Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 33

6.1 Maintenance tasks............................................................................................................................ 34

6.1.1 After 1–4 weeks (as necessary)............................................................................................... 34

6.1.2 1×/month (or as necessary) ..................................................................................................... 35

Section 7 Troubleshooting................................................................................................................... 37

Section 8 Replacement parts and accessories ............................................................................... 39

8.1 Product contents............................................................................................................................... 39

8.2 Further accessories .......................................................................................................................... 39

8.3 Replacement and wear parts............................................................................................................ 39

Section 9 Warranty and liability........................................................................................................... 41

Section 10 Contact information .......................................................................................................... 43

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Table of Contents

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Section 1 Specifications

From software version 1.6. Subject to change.

Measurement

Principle of operation Samples delivered under pressure, homogenized using ultrasound

Interval 12 to 20 minutes

Sample quantity For up to 2 PHOSPHAX sigma or TOCTAX process photometers

Tube length 10 m, 20 m, 30 m (393.7 in, 787.4 in, 1181.1 in)

Suction height Maximum 7 m (275.6 in) (with tube of length 30 m (1181.1 in): maximum 6 m 236.2 in)

Environmental conditions

Control unit: +5 °C to +40 °C (+41 °F to +104 °F)

Ambient temperature

Medium temperature +5 °C to + 30 °C (+41 °F to +86 °F) (probe)

Equipment properties

Protection type in accordance with IP 54 (Control unit)

Outputs

Connection tube: –20 °C to +40 °C (–4 °F to +104 °F)
(Without additional insulation; in the event of low external temperatures, correct operation can

only be guaranteed with additional insulation. More information available on request)

Fault indication contact, potential-free, 24 V, maximum 1 A
Service interface: RS 232

Power connector 230 V AC / 50 Hz

Device with system components : 600 VA
Recommended fuse: 10 A, time-delay

Line Heater off Heater on (–20 °C (–4 °F))

Power consumption

10 m (393.7 in) 150 VA 250 VA 1300 VA
20 m (787.4 in) 150 VA 350 VA 2300 VA
30 m (1181.1 in) 150 VA 470 VA 3000 VA

Inspection interval: 3 months

Maintenance requirement: Approximately 0.5 h/week, typically

Dimensions:

Earth (approximate)

Open loop control unit: W × H × D 366 × 560 × 212 mm (14.4 × 22 × 8.3 in
Probe: Ø × L 133 × 404 mm (5.2 × 15.9 in

Control unit: 12 kg
Sampling probe 10 m (393.7 in) 7.5 kg
Sampling probe 20 m (787.4 in) 15 kg
Sampling probe 30 m

(1181.1 in)
Mounting poles: 10 kg

Continuous
operation

22 kg

At startup

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Specifications

6

Section 2 General Information

2.1 Safety information

Please read this entire manual before unpacking, setting up, or operating this equipment.
Pay attention to all danger and caution statements. Failure to do so could result in serious
injury to the operator or damage to the equipment.

To prevent damage to or impairment of the device's protection equipment, the device may
only be used or installed as described in this manual.

2.1.1 Use of hazard information

DANGER

Indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, can result in death or
serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially or imminently dangerous situation that, if it is not avoided, can lead to
death or to serious injuries.

CAUTION

Indicates a possible dangerous situation that can have minor or moderate injuries as the result.

Indicates a situation that, if it is not avoided, can lead to damage to the device. Information that
requires special emphasis.

Note: Information that supplements points in the main text.

2.1.2 Precautionary labels

Observe all labels and notices attached to the instrument and/or delivery packaging.
Personal injury or damage to the instrument could occur if not observed.

This symbol, if noted on the instrument, references the instruction manual for operation and/or safety
information.

This symbol may be found on an enclosure or barrier within the product and indicates a risk of electric shock
and/or death by electrocution.

Electrical equipment marked with this symbol may not be disposed of in European domestic or public disposal
systems after 12 August 2005. In conformity with European local and national regulations (EU Directive
2002/96/EC), European electrical equipment users must now return old or end-of life equipment to the
manufacturer for disposal at no charge to the user.

Note: Y
were supplied or manufactured by Hach-Lange at your relevant Hach-Lange sales office.

ou obtain instructions on the correct disposal of all (marked and not marked) electrical products that

NOTICE

18-32 kg (39.7-70.5 lbs)

When carrying or transporting the instrument/instrument components and if the total weight is more than 18 kg,
make sure that suitable lifting equipment is used and/or that the instrument/instrument components are carried
by 2 people.

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General Information

2.2 Application areas

Automatic sample removal and homogenization system for supplying the PHOSPHAX S
sigma (total phosphorus), TOCTAX (total organic carbon, TOC) and astro TOC (total
organic carbon, TOC) process photometers with samples from water containing solid
particles with a diameter < 0.5 mm.

Any use other than use in accordance with requirements defined in the user manual leads to the
loss of the warranty claims and can lead to personal injury and property damage, for which the
manufacturer assumes no liability.

2.3 Functional description

A sampling probe is immersed in the water and draws only the sample volume required for
the analysis without coming into contact with pumps. The sample is conveyed into a small
storage vessel in the open loop control unit and is homogenized using an ultrasound
generator.

NOTICE

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2.4 Instrument design

Figure 1 Control unit

General Information

1 Sample storage vessel 5 Pressure sensor line 9 Overflow drain tube

mple storage vessel lid 6 Display with keypad 10 Sample storage vessel drain tube

2 Sa

mple tube 7 Sample removal for process

3 Sa

instruments

ber optic cable for

4 Fi

PHOSPHAX sigma or TOCTAX

8 Mains connection cable 12 Ultrasound transducer

11 Connection tube from the probe

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General Information

Figure 2 Sampling probe

1 Connection tube 3 Sampling vessel 5 Air outlet
2 Probe

cover 4 Valve cover 6 Drain valve

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Section 3 Installation

Only qualified experts may conduct the tasks described in this section.

Select a suitable attachment point for the instrument.
Plan out the mechanical mount·before po

has a sufficient bearing capacity. The dowels must be selected and authorized according to the
condition of the wall.

The manufacturer shall accept no liability if
Plan how to lay cables and tubes and their path in advance. Lay the tubes, data cables and

r cables without any bends and so they do not pose a tripping risk.

powe
Do not connect the electrical supply to the mains·u

protected against short circuits.
Sufficiently protect the electrical powe
For the external power supply, always connect a re

max.: 30 mA) between the mains and the system.
If the instrument is to be installed outdoors, conn

system.
Products intended by the manufacturer for outdoor use

the penetration of liquids and dust. If these products are connected to a mains outlet with a cable
and plug·rather than a permanently connected cable, the plug and outlet are much more
susceptible to liquid and dust penetration. The operator must sufficiently protect the plug and
outlet against liquid and dust penetration in accordance with local safety regulations. If the
instrument is to be used outdoors, it must be connected to a suitable outlet with a protection type
of at least IP44 (splash protection).

DANGER

DANGER

sitioning poles or drilling holes. Make sure the mount

the instrument is installed incorrectly.

ntil the instrument is completely wired and

r supply against short circuits.

sidual-current circuit breaker·(trip current

ect a surge arrester between the mains and the

offer a higher level of protection against

WARNING

Electrical and fire hazards. Only use the mains cable supplied. Only qualified experts may
perform the tasks described in this section of the manual, while adhering to all locally valid safety
regulations.

NOTICE

Protect the instrument from extreme temperatures from heaters, direct sunlight and other heat
sources.

CAUTION

Beware of the weight (open loop control unit: approximately 12 kg; sampling probe up to
approximately 22 kg) of the instrument and the probe. Do not
probe without assistance. Use only suitable lifting devices for the transport.

attempt to carry the instrument and

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Installation

3.1 Mechanical installation

Figure 3 Dimensions (in mm)

1 Suspension points 3 Wood screw, 5 x 40 (3×)

ixing point 4 Nylon plug, 8 x 40 (3×)

2 F

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Figure 4 Installation overview

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Installation

1 SIGMATAX 2 open loop control unit 4 Mounting attachment 7 SIGMATAX 2 sampling probe

onnection tube (10–30 m) 5 Base 8 Direction of flow

2 C

etaining clamp 6 Mounting pipe, 2 m (78.7 in)

3 R

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Installation

3.1.1 Install the sampling probe

Installation with rim mounting LZX414.00.00000

Figure 5

Base and mounting attachment

1 Express anchor 3 Mounting attachment
2 Base 4 Cyl

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inder-head screw, M8 × 40 (4×)

When carrying out an installation variant that deviates from this example, make sure that the
connection tube from the sampling probe is guided vertically upward for at least 0.5 m (19.6 in).

Installation using pole mount LZX414.00.00000

Figure 6 Sampling probe and mounting pipe

Installation

NOTICE

1 Mounting pipe, 2 m (78.7 in) 3 Retaining clamp
2 EPDM flat

seal 4 Cylinder-head screw, M5 × 20 (3×)

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Installation

3.1.2 Second mounting point and extension pipe

Figure 7 Second mounting point LZX456

1 Mounting pipe, 2 m (78.7 in) 3 Retaining clamp
2 EPDM flat

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seal 4 Cylinder-head screw, M5 × 20 (3×)

When carrying out an installation variant that deviates from this example, make sure that the
connection tube from the sampling probe is guided vertically upward for at least 0.5 m (19.6 in).

Figure 8 Installation with extension pipe.

Installation

NOTICE

1 Mounting pipe, 2 m (78.7 in) 4 Retaining clamp
2 EPDM flat
3 Extensi

seal 5 Cylinder-head screw, M5 × 20 (3×)

on pipe

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Installation

3.1.3 Install the open loop control unit

Install the open loop control unit in a dry location out of direct sunlight.

Make sure that an area of 5 cm is kept free around the entire instrument to enable air to
circulate (distance from the wall of the building, cable channel etc.).

The Teflon sample lines must be laid without sharp bends. Shortening or extending the lines will
lead to problems when the samples are transported.

Each process instrument must have a separate drain tube!
The individual device drains may only be combined in a larger drain pipe with regular water

ghput.

throu

NOTICE

NOTICE

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Installation

Figure 9

Open loop control unit and process instrument

1 SIGMATAX 2 open loop control unit 5 Separate drain pipe for process

instrument

2 F

iber optic cable to the process

instruments

3 PHOSPHAX s

ared drain pipe 8 Teflon sample line

4 Sh

igma or TOCTAX 7 SIGMATAX 2 mains connection

6 SIGMATAX 2 connection tube 10 SIGMATAX 2 drain tubes

cable

9 Drain tube for process instrument

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Installation

3.1.4 Prepare the connection tube

The pipe trace heater in the connection tube is operated at 230 V. If any damage occurs to the
tube casing, the entire system must be taken out of operation immediately.

Figure 10 Connection tube

DANGER

1 Protective tube 3 Connection tube

eat-shrink tube 4 PG 16 screw connection

2 H

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3.1.5 Connect the connection tube

Installation

Figure 11

Connections for connection tube and drain tubes

1 Air hose (drain valve), Ø 3 mm

(0.11 in)

2 Air hose, Ø 5 mm (0.19 in) 5 Conn

3 Sa

mple tube 6 Drain tube for storage vessel

4 Electrical connection cable for the

pipe trace heater

ection tube from the sampling

probe

7 Overflow drain tube

8 Drain fitting

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Installation

3.2 Electrical installation

Protect the instrument from extreme temperatures from heaters, direct sunlight and other heat
sources.

Electrical and fire hazards. Use only the supplied power cable.
Only qualified experts may perform the tasks described

adhering to all locally valid safety regulations.

Use only earthed sockets for the connection of this device to the power supply.
If you are not sure if the sockets are earthed,
The power plug serves in addition to the power

mains where necessary.
The entire measurement system has two power plugs (

control unit).
During the disconnection from the power source it must b

is pulled (for example by labeling the sockets).
This is recommended for long-term storage and can preve

fault.
Therefore make sure that the sockets to which the de

user at all times.

NOTICE

WARNING

in this section of the manual, while

NOTICE

have this checked by a qualified electrician.

supply to isolate the device quickly from the

measurement device and open loop

e made sure that the correct power plug

nt potential dangers in the event of a

vice is connected are easy to reach by each

NOTICE

Pull out power plug before the opening of the device.

3.2.1 Connect the pipe trace heater and fault indication contact

WARNING

The electrical connection for the pipe trace heater must be carried out by a specialist electrician.

NOTICE

If the mains plug·of the power connection cable·is removed and replaced by hard wiring, then in
immediate proximity of the display unit a suitable double-pole one-way circuit breaker with clear
labeling for the power supply must be installed.

All connected signal connection lines must be shielded.

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Figure 12 Terminal assignment

Installation

1 Connection cable for pipe trace heater 3 Connection terminals for heater

(N, L = terminals 8 + 9 from the top)

ault indication contact (circuit diagram shows contact

2 F

during a fault indication) 
Open 1/2, closed 2/3

4 Connection terminal for earth conductor

NOTICE

Route the signal lines (1, 2, 3) separated from the power cable.

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Installation

3.2.2 Connect the fiber optic cable

Figure 13 Fiber optic cable connection

1 Fiber optic cable for SIGMATAX 2 with PG screw

connection

2 Blin

d plug for fiber optic cable PG screw connection

(PHOSPHAX sigma or TOCTAX)

3.3 Internal tubing

1. Carefully screw the level indicator tube (1) and O-ring (2) into the cover (3) from

below.

2. Co

3. Lubricate the rubber seal of the ultrasound transducer (9) with Baysilone paste.

4. Att

5. Co

nnect the sampling line (5) to the sampling pipe (4). Then insert the sampling pipe

all the way into the cover through opening 3 or 4.

Note: Fragile glass components

ach the ultrasound transducer (9) to the sample storage vessel using the two
cross-head screws (10). Install the ultrasound transducer in line with the illustration
(cable "upward").

nnect the pressure sensor line (7) and insert the sample delivery line (8) 1 cm
(0.39 in) through the central opening in the cover.

3 Knurled-head screw for opening the front panel

4 Fiber optic cable connection

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Figure 14 Sample storage vessel

Installation

1 Level indicator pipe 5 Sample tube 9 Ultrasound transducer
2 O-ring 6 Conn

transducer

mple storage vessel cover with

3 Sa

O-ring compression fittings

4 Smal

l sample pipe 8 Sample tube

7 Pressure sensor line

ection cable for ultrasound

10 Cross-head screw, M4 × 16 (2×)

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Installation

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Section 4 Start Up

After the sampling probe and control unit have been fully installed and all lines have been
connected (connection tube, sampling and drain tubes, fiber optic cables), the mains plug
can be plugged in.

If there is a risk of freezing, switch on the pipe trace heater!

The pipe trace heater in the connection tube is operated at 230 V. If any damage occurs to the
tube casing, the entire system must be taken out of operation immediately.

Figure 15 Plug in the power plug

WARNING

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Start Up

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Section 5 Operation

5.1 Operation

All instrument functions are controlled by the software. The instrument is operated via
menus using four keys that are located below the display. From operational mode, you can
access the first menu level by pressing the function keys, F1 to F4, for 3 seconds.

The functions of the keys in the individual menus may vary, and are therefore shown
(abbreviated clearly) in the second row of the display (softkey function).

Figure 16 Display and keypad

1 Time remaining for current process 4 Operational status of heater

("H" visible = heater active)

2 C

urrent status message 5 Cancel 8 Go to next menu item

3 Ope

rational status of ultrasound

("U" visible = ultrasound active)

6 Setting change

7 Go back to previous menu item

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Operation

5.2

+SETTINGS
for parameterizing the
instrument

+OUTPUT TEST
for testing 
connected
data cables

Menu overview

Menu level 1 Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Description

Language Option to select the language for the menus
HEATER Self-adjusting pipe trace heater —

turn on if there is a risk of freezing!

Interval

Probe type

Contrast

press. indic.

Version Instrument type and program version

error indication

fiber optic 1

Time interval (6–60 minutes) between
2 samples.

An interval > 12 minutes is only necessary for

onger analysis periods

l

Length of connection tube (10–30 m
(393.7–1181.1 in)

Reading angle (0–30) of the display;
tempe

rature dependent

Pressure display on the screen; can be
switched off

Switches on the potential-free fault indication
contact for 2 seconds

The fault indication contact
the previous position for as long as the
user activates it for testing purposes.

Blanks fiber optic cable 1 for 1 second

is only held in

OF output 2

ERVICEMENU 

+S
for maintenance tasks

d functional tests

an

fiber optic 2

+INSPECTION:
SIGMATAX switches to
service mode

+FUNCTIONSTEST
SIGMATAX switches
to service
mode

+ERROR STATUS

Blanks fiber optic cable 2 for 1 second

clean.samp. tube

cleaning probe

blowing probe

blowing valve Automatically cleans the drain valve with air
compressor Activates compressor for 30 seconds

probe valve

ultrasonic

drain valve

filling error Counter for filling errors that have occurred
delivery error Counter for delivery errors that have occurred
error reset Reset the counters to "0"

Cleans the sample tube (assisted by the

ogram)

pr
Cleans the sampling probe (assisted by the

ogram)

pr
Automatically cleans the sampling probe with

ai

r

Automatically open and close the
probe valve

Takes a new sample and
ultrasound for 30 seconds

Automatically opens and closes the drain
valve

activates

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5.3 Important instrument settings

5.3.1 Switch on the heater

1. Press one of the function keys, F1 to F4, for 3 seconds.

Operation

2. Open

3. Pr

4. Se

5. Swit

6. Con

the +SETTINGS menu by pressing F2.

ess F4 to scroll to the [heating] menu item

lect this menu item by pressing F2.

ch the heater on or off by pressing F3 or F4.

firm by pressing F2 and exit this menu level by pressing F1.

5.3.2 Set the processing interval

1. Press one of the function keys, F1 to F4, for 3 seconds.

2. Open

3. Press

4. Se

5. Set th

6. Con

the +SETTINGS menu by pressing F2.

F4 twice to scroll to the [interval] menu item.

lect this menu item by pressing F2.

e desired interval by pressing F3 and F4.

firm by pressing F2 and exit this menu level by pressing F1.

5.3.3 Set the display contrast

1. Press one of the function keys, F1 to F4, for 3 seconds.

2. Open

3. Press

the +SETTINGS menu by pressing F2.

F4 four times to scroll to the [contrast] menu item.

4. Se

5. Set th

6. Con

lect this menu item by pressing F2.

e desired contrast by pressing F3 and F4.

firm by pressing F2 and exit this menu level by pressing F1.

5.3.4 Switch on the pressure display

1. Press one of the function keys, F1 to F4, for 3 seconds.

2. Open

3. Press

4. Se

5. Swit

6. Con

STATUS U O

Open the probe 0 to minimum –0.5 bar –
Close the probe 0 to minimum 1.3 bar –
Deliver the sample > 1.6 bar 10–16
Empty the probe 0.1–0.5 bar –

the +SETTINGS menu by pressing F2.

F4 five times to scroll to the [press indic.] menu item.

lect this menu item by pressing F2.

ch the pressure indicator on or off by pressing F3 or F4.

firm by pressing F2 and exit this menu level by pressing F1.

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Operation

5.3.5 Access service mode

1. Press one of the function keys, F1 to F4, for 3 seconds.

2. Press F4 twice to scroll to the [+SERVICEMENU] menu.

3. Press F2 to open this menu.

4. When the [+INSPECTION] or [+FUNCTION TEST] menus are selected, the system

automatically switches to service mode.

Service mode means that:

• The instrument is no longer in operational mode

• The sampling probe and sample storage vessel are empty

• The system is depressurized

• The sampling probe is closed

• The fault indication contact remains in the last valid position

• The instrument will not switch back automatically to operational mode

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Section 6 Maintenance

The manufacturer recommends that an inspection contract be concluded. This contract
extends the warranty period to 5 years and makes sure that all inspection and
maintenance tasks are carried out by qualified experts.

Maintenance tasks for users are limited to regular visual inspections and, if necessary,
cleaning procedures.

Maintenance schedule DOC273.72.04008.MRZ03

Type of
device:

Commissioning on: by:

◦ 10 m ◦ 20 m ◦ 30 m Instrument number:

Annually:

Seal membrane on relief valve

Every 1.5 years:

Replace compressor

Every 3 months:

Clean supply lines and

ng probe (interior)

sampli

Test pressure

Every 6 months:

Replace valve piston with seal
kit

Heat if there is a risk of
freezing!

Weekly:

Clean sample storage vessel

Visually inspect sample quality

Every 1–4 weeks:

Check/clean sampling probe

Clean sample tube
(semi-au

tomatic)

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Maintenance

6.1 Maintenance tasks

6.1.1 After 1–4 weeks (as necessary)

Potential dangers with contact with chemical/biological substances.
Working with chemical samples, standards and reagents is linked with dangers.
Make yourself familiar with the necessary safe

chemicals before the work and read and follow all relevant safety data sheets.

Before handling these substances observe all danger notes and safety information printed on the
containers of the original solutions and in the safety data sheet.

Dispose of all consumed solutions in accordan
Select the type of protective equipment suitable to the concentration and quantity of the

dangerous material being used.

Clean the sample tube

DANGER

ty procedures and the correct handling of the

WARNING

ce with the national regulations and laws.

1. In the [+SER

VICEMENU] menu, open the [+INSPECTION] submenu and the

[clean.samp. tube]menu item.

2. The

individual steps are specified here and carried out with the support of the

program (see table).

Display text Description/action

clean. samp. tube Begin the cleaning tasks supported by the

by pressing F4
clean. samp. tube Confirmation prompt; confirm by pressing F4
cleaning glass inserted? Replace the sample storage vessel with the

chlorine bleach (sodium hypochlorite), and confirm by pressing F4.
sample tube advanced? Feed the sample tube through to the base of the cleaning vessel and confirm

ressing F4.

by p

opening probe cleaning
emptying probe cleaning
affecting
tube xx sec
please wait xx sec

sample glass inserted? Insert the sample storage vessel again and confirm by pressing F4
sample tube retracted Retract the sample tube and confirm by pressing F4
from cleaning to At this point, it is possible to choose whether SIGMATAX calls up the

Test/maint Operation

opening probe cleaning
emptying probe cleaning
filling probe cleaning
closing probe cleaning
deliv. sample cleaning
emptying sample tube cleaning

[+SERVICEMENU] or op

eration Status after rinsing is complete

The cleaning solution is automatically sucked in

meantime, the sample storage vessel can be cleaned using a paper towel

and, if necessary, a little window cleaning solution or diluted hydrochloric

acid.

SERVICEMENU] menu and remains in SERVICE mode, or whether it

[+

switches to operational mode.

The program runs through an automatic rinsing function to remove the

esidual cleaning solution by repeatedly filling and emptying the system.

r

program for the sample tube; start

cleaning vessel, which contains

for 60 seconds. In the

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6.1.2 1×/month (or as necessary)

Potential dangers with contact with chemical/biological substances.
Working with chemical samples, standards and rea
Make yourself familiar with the necessary safety procedures and the correct handling of the

chemicals before the work and read and follow all relevant safety data sheets.

Before handling these substances observe all danger notes and safety information printed on the
containers of the original solutions and in the safety data sheet.

Dispose of all consumed solutions in accordance with the national regulations and laws.
Select the type of protective equipment suitabl

dangerous material being used.

Clean the sampling probe

Maintenance

DANGER

gents is linked with dangers.

WARNING

e to the concentration and quantity of the

1. In the [+SER

VICEMENU] menu, open the [+INSPECTION] submenu and the

[cleaning probe] menu item.

2. Th

e individual steps are specified here and carried out with the support of the

program (see table).

Display text Description/action

cleaning probe Begin the cleaning tasks supported by the program

start by pressing F4
cleaning probe Confirmation prompt; confirm by pressing F4
probe in clean.solution? Immerse the sampling probe in a bucket containing cleaning solution (rinsing

ent) and confirm by pressing F4

ag
pressure comp.

opening probe cleaning
emptying probe cleaning
filling probe cleaning
closing probe cleaning

was probe shaken?

opening probe cleaning
emptying probe cleaning
closing probe cleaning

probe back in basin? Immerse the sampling probe again at the sampling location and confirm by

from cleaning to At this point, it is possible to choo

Test/maint Operation

opening probe cleaning
emptying probe cleaning
filling probe cleaning
closing probe cleaning

[+SERVICEMENU] or

operation Status after rinsing is completed

The sampling probe is automatically filled with cleaning solution.

You can assist the cleaning process mechanically. To do this, simply shake

the prob

The sampling probe empties automatically and rinses the removed solids out

in

pressin

[+SERVICEMENU] menu and remains in SERVICE mode, or whether it

switches to operational mode.

The program runs through an automatic rinsin

the system to remove the residual cleaning solution.

e and confirm by pressing F4

to the bucket with the cleaning solution.

g F4

se whether SIGMATAX calls up the

for the sampling probe;

g function, filling and emptying

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Maintenance

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Section 7 Troubleshooting

As soon as a fault leads to an interruption in operation, SIGMATAX 2 immediately
switches to service mode. Corresponding error messages are shown both on the
SIGMATAX 2 display and on the displays of the connected process photometers.

Service mode means that:

• Th

• Th

• Th

• Th

• Th

• The instrument will

Error message Possible cause Measures

delivery error Sample line clogged

filling error Probe valve clogged

Sensor error Internal electrical cause Call customer service.

e instrument is no longer in operational mode

e sampling probe and sample storage vessel are empty

e system is depressurized

e sampling probe is closed

e fault indication contact is held in the last valid position

not return automatically to operational mode

Select [clean.samp. tube]and carry
necessary, blow air through the sample line using the
compressor. Inspect the upper level indication sensor.

Check the compressor in the [
menu

Remove probe, extract blockages and inspect the

valve and drain valve.

probe

out a full clean; if

+FUNCTIONTEST]

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Section 8 Replacement parts and accessories

8.1 Product contents

Description Cat. No

Control unit LXV215
10 m (393.7 in) connection tube + sampling probe
20 m (787.4 in) connection tube + sampling probe LXV232
30 m (1181.1 in) connection tube + sampling probe
Storage vessel LZX394
Drain fitting
Maintenance schedule HDF 167
Cleaning vessel
2× drain tube 2 m (78.7 in) LZX278
Screw set
Lid for sample storage vessel with level indicator pipe
Sampling pipe
PG 16 screw connection
Works test certificate
User manual

LXV231

LXV282

LZX389

LZX397

LZX355

8.2 Further accessories

Description Cat. No

Pole mount for the probe LZX414.00.00000
User manual
Second mounting point (for vibrations) LZX456

BDA361

8.3 Replacement and wear parts

Description Cat. No

230 V membrane compressor (for approximately 1,5 years) LZX376
Sample storage vessel
Valve piston LZX267
Wear part set for probe valve (for approximately 6 months)
Complete drain valve LZX266
Complete air filter
Air filter without fittings (for approximately 12 months) LZX299
Sample storage vessel lid
Accessory set for lid of sample container vessel LZX385
Maintenance schedule
Sampling nozzle (inside the probe) LZX271
Filter for air outlet
Level indicator pipe with O-ring LZX386
Complete probe valve
Straight sampling pipe LZX305
Bent sampling pipe
Sampling vessel (probe body) LZX294
Sample tubes 1.5 m (59 in) and 2 m (78.7 in)
Cleaning vessel LZX397

LZX394

LZX306

LZX300

LZX381

HDF167

LZX295

LZX269

LZX293

LZX275

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Replacement parts and accessories

8.3 Replacement and wear parts

Description Cat. No

Probe line 10 m (393.7 in) LZX393
Probe line 20 m (787.4 in) LZX398
Probe line 30 m (1181.1 in) LZX411
Bottom overflow fitting LZX388
Complete ultrasound transducer LZX284

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Section 9 Warranty and liability

The manufacturer warrants that the product supplied is free of material and manufacturing
defects and undertakes the obligation to repair or replace any defective parts at zero cost.

The warranty period for instruments is 24 months. If a service contract is taken out within
6 months of purchase, the warranty period is extended to 60 months.

With the exclusion of the further claims, the supplier is liable for defects including the lack
of assured properties as follows: all those parts that, within the warranty period calculated
from the day of the transfer of risk, can be demonstrated to have become unusable or that
can only be used with significant limitations due to a situation present prior to the transfer
of risk, in particular due to incorrect design, poor materials or inadequate finish will be
improved or replaced, at the supplier's discretion. The identification of such defects must
be notified to the supplier in writing without delay, however at the latest 7 days after the
identification of the fault. If the customer fails to notify the supplier, the product is
considered approved despite the defect. Further liability for any direct or indirect damages
is not accepted.

If instrument-specific maintenance and servicing work defined by the supplier is to be
performed within the warranty period by the customer (maintenance) or by the supplier
(servicing) and these requirements are not met, claims for damages due to the failure to
comply with the requirements are rendered void.

Any further claims, in particular claims for consequential damages cannot be made.

Consumables and damage caused by improper handling, poor installation or incorrect use
are excluded from this clause.

The manufacturer process instruments are of proven reliability in many applications and
are therefore often used in automatic control loops to provide the most economical
possible operation of the related process.

To avoid or limit consequential damage, it is therefore recommended to design the control
loop such that a malfunction in an instrument results in an automatic change over to the
backup control system; this is the safest operating state for the environment and the
process.

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Section 10 Contact information

HACH Company
World Headquarters

P.O. Box 389
Loveland, Colorado
80539-0389 U.S.A.
Tel (800) 227-HACH
(800) -227-4224
(U.S.A. only)
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach.com

HACH LANGE GMBH

Willstätterstraße 11
D-40549 Düsseldorf
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.de

HACH LANGE GMBH

Rorschacherstrasse 30a
CH-9424 Rheineck
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.ch

Repair Service in the
United States:

HACH Company
Ames Service
100 Dayton Avenue
Ames, Iowa 50010
Tel [phone]
(U.S.A. only)
Fax [phone]

HACH LANGE LTD

Pacific Way
Salford
GB-Manchester, M50 1DL
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.co.uk

HACH LANGE FRANCE
S.A.S.

8, mail Barthélémy Thimonnier
Lognes
F-77437 Marne-La-Vallée
cedex 2
Tél. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.fr



Repair Service in Canada:

Hach Sales & Service
Canada Ltd.
1313 Border Street, Unit 34
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3H 0X4
Tel [phone]
(Canada only)
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

HACH LANGE LTD

Unit 1, Chestnut Road
Western Industrial Estate
IRL-Dublin 12
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.ie

HACH LANGE NV/SA

Motstraat 54
B-2800 Mechelen
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.be

Repair Service in
Latin America, the
Caribbean, the Far East,
Indian Subcontinent, Africa,
Europe, or the Middle East:

Hach Company World
Headquarters,
P.O. Box 389
Loveland, Colorado,
80539-0389 U.S.A.
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

HACH LANGE GMBH

Hütteldorfer Str. 299/Top 6
A-1140 Wien
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.at

DR. LANGE NEDERLAND
B.V.

Laan van Westroijen 2a
NL-4003 AZ Tiel
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.nl

HACH LANGE APS

Åkandevej 21
DK-2700 Brønshøj
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.dk

HACH LANGE LDA

Av. do Forte nº8
Fracção M
P-2790-072 Carnaxide
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.pt

HACH LANGE KFT.

Vöröskereszt utca. 8-10.
H-1222 Budapest XXII. ker.

Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.hu

HACH LANGE AB

Vinthundsvägen 159A
SE-128 62 Sköndal
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.se

HACH LANGE SP. ZO.O.

ul. Krakowska 119
PL-50-428 Wrocław
Tel. [phone]
Zamówienia: [phone]
Doradztwo: [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.pl

HACH LANGE S.R.L.

Str. Căminului nr. 3,
et. 1, ap. 1, Sector 2
RO-021741 Bucureşti
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.ro

HACH LANGE S.R.L.

Via Rossini, 1/A
I-20020 Lainate (MI)
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.it

HACH LANGE S.R.O.

Zastrčená 1278/8
CZ-141 00 Praha 4 - Chodov
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.cz

HACH LANGE

8, Kr. Sarafov str.
BG-1164 Sofia
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.bg

HACH LANGE S.L.U.

Edificio Seminario
C/Larrauri, 1C- 2ª Pl.
E-48160 Derio/Vizcaya
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.es

HACH LANGE S.R.O.

Roľnícka 21
SK-831 07 Bratislava –



Vaj nory
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.sk

HACH LANGE SU
ANALİZ SİSTEMLERİ
LTD. ŞTİ.

Ilkbahar mah. Galip Erdem
Cad. 616 Sok. No:9
TR-Oran-Çankaya/ANKARA
Tel. [phone] 
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.com.tr

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Contact information

HACH LANGE D.O.O.

Fajfarjeva 15
SI-1230 Domžale
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.si

HACH LANGE OOO

Finlyandsky prospekt, 4A
Business Zentrum “Petrovsky
fort”, R.803
RU-194044, Sankt-Petersburg
Tel. [phone]
Fax. [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.com

ΗΑCH LANGE E.Π.Ε.

Αυλίδος 27
GR-115 27 Αθήνα
Τηλ . [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.gr

HACH LANGE D.O.O.

Ivana Severa bb
HR-42 000 Varaždin
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.hr

HACH LANGE MAROC
SARLAU

Villa 14 – Rue 2 Casa
Plaisance
Quartier Racine Extension
MA-Casablanca 20000
Tél. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.hach-lange.ma

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