Veris pH Detector Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions
Section 1
1-1 Warranty
1-2 Safety
Section 2
2-1 pH Detector Assembly and Set-up
2-5 Electronics Overview and Set-up
Section 3
3-1 Field Operations
3-4 Data-Logger Display
3-4 Calibration
3-7 pH Controller set-up
3-9 Probing
Section 4
4-1 Maintenance and Service
4-2 Wash system/Winterizing
4-3 Adjustments/Troubleshooting
OM17-pH Detector
pH Detector
Table of Contents
OM17-pH Detector
SECTION 1
pH Detector
Sensor DataLogger Version 1.03
Warranty
Veris Technologies warrants this product to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from the date of delivery to the purchaser. Veris Technologies will repair or
replace any product returned to Salina, Kansas, which appears upon inspection to be defective in
materials or workmanship. Veris Technologies will have shall have no obligation under this
warranty for the cost of labor, down-time, transportation charges, or for the repair or replacement of
any product that has been misused, carelessly handled, modified, or altered.
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ALL CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, ARE
SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED.
Safety
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Important! Read the following SAFETY PROCEDURES before operating the Veris system:
• Read and understand all instructions on safety decals
• Pinch point hazard: to prevent injury, stand clear when raising or lowering any part of the Veris
implement.
• Install all transport locks before transporting or working underneath.
• Detach and store implements in an area where children normally do not play. Secure implement
by using blocks and supports.
• Read Operations Manual before operating machine
• Review safety instructions with operators before operating machine and at least annually
• Riders obstruct the operator’s view. They could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the
machine.
• Never allow children to operate equipment.
• To prevent possible electrical shock, or damage to the instrument, do not connect to any power
source greater than twelve (12) volts DC.
• Do not grease or oil implement while it is in operation.
• Probe edges are sharp. Be careful when working in this area.
• Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before servicing or adjusting electrical systems or before
welding on implement.
• Remove buildup of mud, oil or debris.
• Be very careful when mapping stubble fields with a gasoline engine vehicle. Be prepared if a fire
starts.
• Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
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Hand
lever
Foot
lever
Wash
tank
External pH
controller
pH electrode
holder
Probe
chamber
Brake
mechanism
Brake
lever
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Figure 2
SECTION 2
pH Detector Assembly and Set-up
OVERVIEW:
The pH Detector collects a geo-referenced pH reading each time the pH electrode is inserted into
the soil. Here’s how it works: 1) the operator pushes the probe chamber into the soil with his foot,
2) then pushes down on the hand lever, activating a door that moves soil and creates an opening
for the measurement, 3) continues to push down on the hand lever to insert the pH electrode
holder, 4) the pH electrode measures the soil at the bottom of the opening, and when complete, 5)
the operator raises the probe handle, the electronics record the data and wash the electrode.
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Tools required for Assembly and Field Operation adjustments
-3/16” allen wrench
-7/16”, 1/2”, 3/8”, 9/16”, 3/4” wrenches and/or sockets
-pliers
Handle installation: If probe handle was removed for shipping, reinstall by attaching pivot bolt, and
installing pins and cotter hairpins at top and bottom of rod actuator (Figure 3). Install brake lever
using 3/16” allen wrench, and zip-tie cable to handle (Figure 4).
Figure 3a and 3b
Figure 4
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tighten bolts after
unit has been
positioned and
stabilizer arms
attached
ATV hitch
Attaching pH Detector to ATV
Mount tank to rear rack of ATV using nylon straps or zip ties through holes in tank base(Figure 4).
Figure 5
Slide receiver hitch tubing inside lower main frame tube of pH Detector. If your ATV is equipped
with large receiver hitch, slide receiver hitch tubing directly into ATV receiver hitch and pin (Figure
5). If your ATV has a hole, or small receiver hitch, it will be necessary to use end of hitch tubing
with threaded holes. Attach L-bracket to these holes and bolt to ATV hitch hole (Figure 7).
Figure 6 Figure 7
Position pH Detector as close to rear of ATV as possible but don’t restrict probe movement. Attach
stabilizers to rear rack (Figure 8). These brackets can be bent to fit various racks. Once pH
Detector assembly is in position, tighten all bolts including hitch bracket bolts (Figures 5 and 6).
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Figure 8a and 8b
Bolt pH controller to unit (Figure 9).
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Figure 9
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Electronics Overview and Set-up
Sensor Data-Logger
Shipping/storage
case
Mounting bracket
Serial cable
Power cord
(cig. lighter end)
USB SD card reader
SD memory card
(shipped in DataLogger card slot)
The Veris Sensor Data-Logger kit includes the items shown in Figure 10.
OM17-pH Detector
Figure 10
Use protective shipping/storage case to protect electronics components whenever electronics are
shipped. Keep all diagnostics and operations manual with system when mapping.
The following electronic-related items are mounted on the pH Detector:
- pH controller
- 12 V power cable (from pH controller to battery)
- power distribution cable (from pH controller to pump and limit switch cables
- limit switches (2)
- wash pump
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Power:
When lit, this red
LED indicates
Sensor DataLogger
is powered up.
On/Off:
Turns power to
Sensor DataLogger
on and off.
Memory Card slot:
SD memory storage
card must be
installed when
booting up, and at all
times data is being
collected.
pH:
Serial cable from
pH Controller
attaches here.
Reset
button:
Can be used
to reboot
DataLogger
Power port:
The Sensor Data-Logger is
shipped with an accessory
power cord. If an alternative
connection is desired, make
sure that the unit is properly
connected to a power
connection that is not
controlled by the ignition
switch. If connecting directly to
the battery, we suggest a 3-
amp in-line fuse is installed
between the battery and the
instrument.
Alarm Vol:
Used to adjust
volume of auditory
alarm
GPS input:
Connect GPS cable here. It
is designed to accept GPS
input in NMEA 0183 format
via an RS232 connector.
(GPS must send GGA and
either VTG or RMC strings at
a 1hz rate, at 4800 baud, 8
data bits, 1 stop bit, no
parity.)
Data Status:
When lit, this green
LED indicates data
is being recorded to
memory card. If not
lit, EC values are
negative or GPS
signal not received.
Fuse:
This allows the fuse to be
replaced, with a 500mA
Fastblow fuse, if blown.
Figure 11 DataLogger (rear)
Figure 12 Data-Logger (front)
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