TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction ......................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions .............................................................. 4
2.1 General Safety instructions ........................................................ 4
2.2 Other risks ................................................................................. 5
2.3 Intended use .............................................................................. 5
2.4 Basic safety hints ....................................................................... 5
3 Transportation and storage ................................................ 6
4 Description of the device .................................................... 6
5 Assembly ............................................................................. 8
5.1 General ...................................................................................... 8
5.2 Mounting the FlowCell ............................................................... 8
5.3 Assembling the FlowCell ........................................................... 8
6 Operation ............................................................................. 9
7 Cleaning and maintenance ................................................. 9
8 Technical data .................................................................... 11
9 Ordering information ......................................................... 12
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INTRODUCTION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1 Introduction
These operating instructions are intended for the FlowCell in the following versions:
Name Ref
FlowCell TC25 242585-XYZ
FlowCell TC50 242590-XYZ
Hamilton flow-through cells are quality products, produced in accordance with the latest
scientific and technical findings. Following the instructions given here assures maximum safety
and product longevity.
These instructions must be read, understood and followed by all staff using the device. Hamilton
assumes no responsibility for damage and for operational disruptions arising from failure to
observe these instructions.
2 Safety Instructions
2.1 General Safety instructions
This flow-through cell and its parts are built using state-of-the-art technology and safe to operate.
However, there can be risk to life and limb if users do not operate them correctly and appropriately.
The flow-through cell must only be used:
• For its intended purpose
• In optimum safety and running condition
2.2 Other risks
Even after all necessary safety measures have been complied with, a risk of leaking or mechanical
damage remains to the FlowCell. In any place where there are seals, there is a potential for gases
or liquids to leak out undetectedly.
2.3 Intended use
The FlowCell is designed for specific operating conditions (see chapter 9) with respect to temperature, pressure and mounting.
The intended use also includes conformity with the conditions set down by Hamilton for
assembly, initial operation, operation and maintenance. Any other or further use is classified
as unintended, and Hamilton accepts no responsibility for any ensuing damage.
2.4 Basic safety hints
Installation, initial operation, cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting
• Prescribed maintenance and inspection tasks must be completed at appropriate intervals,
given in the chapter “Cleaning and Maintenance”.
• Operators should be informed before the start about maintenance and servicing.
• All attachments and media used with the FlowCell must be protected against
unsupervised use.
• Sensors in the FlowCell must be dismantled only at ambient pressure.
• Defective parts must be replaced immediately. Use only original spare parts. There is no
guarantee that parts from other manufacturers meet the operational and safety requirements
of the FlowCell.
• On completing maintenance, check that the inside of the FlowCell is clean, and all the screw
connections are screwed in tight.
Everyone involved in the operation and maintenance of this flow-through cell must carefully
read and follow these operating instructions. Your personal safety may be at stake.
The process pressure of 16 bar and the process temperature of 140 °C must not be exceeded
in any circumstances.
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TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
DESCRIPTION OF THE FLOWCELL
DESCRIPTION OF THE FLOWCELL
3 Transportation and storage
Always do the following:
• Check the FlowCell for completeness immediately on receipt.
• Notify in writing without delay any damage in transit or any missing part.
• Before returning the FlowCell, contact Hamilton for a Return of Good Authorisation (RGA)
number. Please make sure that the FlowCell is cleaned (decontaminated) before returning.
• When returning a FlowCell to a Hamilton partner or directly to Hamilton, make sure it is
in its original packaging.
• When storing, protect the FlowCell from wetness.
4 Description of the FlowCell
The FlowCell is intended for the professional use in process analytics, as an adapter to mount
sensors with a shaft diameter of 12 mm. It can be mounted into a pipe by means of Triclamp or
Swagelok connectors.
Position 2
Position 1
Compatibility Table for Sensors:
Tube A Tube B
Position 1 pH Sensor Conducell 4USF
Conducell UPW * OxyFerm
VisiFerm
VisiTrace
VisiPro
Position 2 Conducell 4USF
OxyFerm
VisiFerm
VisiTrace
VisiPro
* not for Flowcell 242585 with Swagelok connection
Position 2
Position 1
Figure 1: Components of the
FlowCell 242585 with two sensor tubes
Sensor tube Sensor tube
Blind plug
Fow-through cell Fow-through cell
Connections Connections
Figure 2: Components of the
FlowCell 242585 with one se nsor tube
Figure 3 : Components of the
FlowCell 242590 with two sensor tubes
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Blind plug
Figure 4: Components of the
FlowCell 242590 with one sensor tube
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ASSEMBLY
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
OPERATION
5 Assembly
5.1 General
Hamilton accepts no responsibility for damage resulting from incorrect assembly work by
third parties.
If a FlowCell is modified, Hamilton does not accept liability and does not provide any further
guarantee for the FlowCell.
5.2 Mounting the FlowCell
The FlowCell should always be mounted in horizontal
position (see picture). It must not be mounted in
vertical position, because this can prevent proper
function of the FlowCell.
The body of the FlowCell can be easily mounted
to the wall or a board with the help of 2 screws
included with the FlowCell.
The FlowCell must be connected by means of
Triclamp or Swagelok connectors. The flow should
always lead from connection 1 to connection 2
(see picture). This way, a minimum volume of air
and selfdraining of the FlowCell is ensured.
Connection 2
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In EU countries, initial operation of the FlowCell ist permitted only when it has been verified that
the FlowCell conforms to the requirement of the EU Directive.
Before initial operation of the FlowCell
• Ensure that the seal is tight
• Ensure that all parts are in working order.
In addition to initial operation, perform the above checks:
• After any breakdown
• When the device has been out of use for a long period
• After repairs or maintenance
ATTENTION ! These specifications must not be exceeded:
Process temperature: -10°C to 140°C. Maximum process pressure : 16 bar.
7 Cleaning and
Maintenance
5.3 Assembling the Sensor
Ensure that there is no damage to the sensor or the
FlowCell. Check whether all o-rings (see “Cleaning
and Maintenance”) are in place in the appropriate
grooves and are free of damage.
To avoid any mechanical damage to o-rings on
assembly, they should be lightly greased.
When mounting two sensors, make certain
they are mounted into the correct sensor tube
(see compatibility table in chapter “Description
of the FlowCell”).
Connection 1
Wall mounting hole
Figure 5: Mounting of FlowCell
Direction of flow
When carrying out all maintenance, cleaning and
servicing, the general safety precautions given
in this set of operating instructions must be
observed. Operation safety and life expectancy
of the flow-through cell are both dependent on
appropriate maintenance and servicing, among
other factors.
The FlowCell can be cleaned with standard
cleaning agents. Never use scouring agents
which contain hard particles. Please check the
o-rings regularly. When mounting a new o-ring
take care not to damage the o-ring nut or the
o-ring itself. Otherwise the tightness can no
longer be guaranteed.
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Figure 6 : Cut through FlowCell 242590.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL DATA
All o-rings should be replaced regularly:
Figure 7: FlowCell with marked sensor positions and FlowCell disasse mbled without PEEK inser t.
Position 2
NOTE: The pH sensor
must always be mounted
in position 1.
Position 1
8 Technical Data
Process connection Triclamp or Swagelok
Wetted parts PEEK LSG / FG nature, Stainless Steel 1.4435
Non wetted parts Stainless Steel 1.4305
Standard seals EPDM (FDA approved)
Temperature range -10 – 140 °C
Maximum pressure 0 – 16 bar
Internal volume Ref 242585 approx. 8 mL (only within the Peek cell)
Internal volume Ref 242590 approx. 25 mL (only within the Peek cell)
ATEX approval Conform to DIN EN 13463-1
Figure 8 : Swagelok connector enlarged.
NOTE: An attempt to disassemble the Swagelok connector can lead to leakage of
the FlowCell. Thus, the Swagelok connector must not be disassembled.
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