Hach AF7000 Quick manual
DOC023.97.80281
AF7000 SCM
09/2014, Edition 4
Basic User Manual
Table of Contents
Specifications on page 3 Startup on page 15
General information on page 4 Operation on page 15
Installation on page 7 Maintenance on page 16
User interface on page 13
Additional information
Additional information is available on the manufacturer's website.
Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
General specifications
Specification Details
Dimensions (W x H x D) 320 x 750 x 250 mm (12.6 x 29.5 x 10 in.)
Sample contact components Stainless Steel, UHMW, Epoxy
Weight 21.5 kg (47.4 lb) standard option
Pollution degree 2
Installation category II
Protection class I
Power requirement options 230 VAC, 50 Hz at 1.6 A ; 115 VAC, 50 Hz at 3.2 A
120 VAC 60 Hz at 3.2 A
Operating temperature 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F)
Maximum relative humidity 95% for temperatures up to 50 °C (122 °F)
Storage temperature –20 to 70 °C (–4 to 158 °F) 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Speed of response 1 second to 1 minute, adjustable average
Sample flow rate > 1 L/min, 2–4 L/min recommended
Sample temperature 7 to 35 °C (45 to 95 °F)
Plumbing connection ½-in. BSP
Communications RS485 electrically isolated; data rate: 1200 to 9600 baud
Outputs (optional) 4–20 mA card: Two 4–20 mA outputs; maximum load 500 Ω, electrically isolated
Alarm relay card: Two relays; SPST, NO and NC terminals, maximum 16 VAC
(35 VDC), 5 A (resistive loads only)
Digital inputs (optional) Two dual digital; optically isolated; switch input or 5 to 24 V input
Certifications CE, cETLus (UL and CSA 61010-1 safety standards)
Warranty 1 year
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Automatic flush specifications
Specification Details
Water connection ½-in. BSP
Water pressure 10 bar (145 psi) maximum; 1–5 bar (14.5–72.5 psi) recommended
Auto flush options Interval: 1 minute to 48 hours
Duration: 1 second to 4 minutes
Reading hold: 0 seconds to 4 minutes
General information
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential
damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to
make changes in this manual and the products it describes at any time, without notice or obligation.
Revised editions are found on the manufacturer’s website.
Safety information
N O T I C E
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages due to misapplication or misuse of this product including,
without limitation, direct, incidental and consequential damages, and disclaims such damages to the full extent
permitted under applicable law. The user is solely responsible to identify critical application risks and install
appropriate mechanisms to protect processes during a possible equipment malfunction.
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.
Make sure that the protection provided by this equipment is not impaired. Do not use or install this
equipment in any manner other than that specified in this manual.
Use of hazard information
D A N G E R
Indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury.
N O T I C E
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may cause damage to the instrument. Information that requires special
emphasis.
Precautionary labels
Read all labels and tags attached to the instrument. Personal injury or damage to the instrument
could occur if not observed. A symbol, if noted on the instrument, will be included with a danger or
caution statement in the manual.
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This is the safety alert symbol. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid potential
injury. If on the instrument, refer to the instruction manual for operation or safety information.
This symbol indicates that a risk of electrical shock and/or electrocution exists.
This symbol indicates that the marked item can be hot and should not be touched without care.
This symbol indicates the need for protective eye wear.
This symbol identifies a risk of chemical harm and indicates that only individuals qualified and trained
to work with chemicals should handle chemicals or perform maintenance on chemical delivery
systems associated with the equipment.
This symbol indicates that a risk of fire is present.
This symbol identifies the presence of a strong corrosive or other hazardous substance and a risk of
chemical harm. Only individuals qualified and trained to work with chemicals should handle chemicals
or perform maintenance on chemical delivery systems associated with the equipment.
This symbol indicates the presence of a biohazard.
This symbol indicates that the marked item requires a protective earth connection. If the instrument is
not supplied with a ground plug on a cord, make the protective earth connection to the protective
conductor terminal.
This symbol, when noted on the product, identifies the location of a fuse or current limiting device.
This symbol indicates the presence of devices sensitive to Electro-static Discharge (ESD) and
indicates that care must be taken to prevent damage with the equipment.
Electrical equipment marked with this symbol may not be disposed of in European domestic or public
disposal systems. Return old or end-of-life equipment to the manufacturer for disposal at no charge to
the user.
Certification
Canadian Radio Interference-Causing Equipment Regulation, IECS-003, Class A:
Supporting test records reside with the manufacturer.
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
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Cet appareil numérique de classe A répond à toutes les exigences de la réglementation canadienne
sur les équipements provoquant des interférences.
FCC Part 15, Class "A" Limits
Supporting test records reside with the manufacturer. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. The equipment may not cause harmful interference.
2. The equipment must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at their expense. The following techniques can be used to reduce
interference problems:
1. Disconnect the equipment from its power source to verify that it is or is not the source of the
interference.
2. If the equipment is connected to the same outlet as the device experiencing interference, connect
the equipment to a different outlet.
3. Move the equipment away from the device receiving the interference.
4. Reposition the receiving antenna for the device receiving the interference.
5. Try combinations of the above.
Product overview
D A N G E R
Chemical or biological hazards. If this instrument is used to monitor a treatment process and/or
chemical feed system for which there are regulatory limits and monitoring requirements related to
public health, public safety, food or beverage manufacture or processing, it is the responsibility of the
user of this instrument to know and abide by any applicable regulation and to have sufficient and
appropriate mechanisms in place for compliance with applicable regulations in the event of malfunction
of the instrument.
CAUTION
Fire hazard. This product is not designed for use with flammable liquids.
This instrument measures an electrical current (streaming current) from suspended particles in the
sample as the sample flows through the instrument. This current is typically used to monitor the
amount of coagulant that is added to water treatment systems. Good coagulation occurs when the
surface charges on the particles are neutralized by the coagulant. An optional PID controller card can
automatically adjust the coagulant dose to keep the dosage at the optimum level.
Applications include drinking water, wastewater and industrial waters (e.g. pulp and paper). The
instrument can also be used to monitor changes in the source water. A typical setup is shown in
Figure 1.
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Figure 1 Instrument overview
1 Wiring access cover 6 Sample chamber 11 Grit filter
2 Cable access cover 7 Sample outlet 12 Manual isolation valve for inlet
3 Head height indicator pipe 8 Sensor 13 Motor
4 Directional valve 9 Clean water in (for optional
flush)
14 Reset switch for motor
5 Overflow port (2x) 10 Optional flush valve 15 Gearbox
Installation
D A N G E R
Multiple hazards. Only qualified personnel must conduct the tasks described in this section of the
document.
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Installation guidelines
This instrument is rated for an altitude of 2000 m (6562 ft) maximum. Use of this instrument at an
altitude higher than 2000 m can slightly increase the potential for the insulation to breakdown, which
can result in an electric shock hazard. The manufacturer recommends that users with concerns
contact technical support.
• For best results, the pH of the sample must be reasonably constant or controlled before
coagulation.
• Install the instrument as near to the sample mixer as possible. The sample measurement must
occur within 30 seconds after the coagulant is fully mixed with the sample at all expected flow
rates.
• Install the instrument as near to the point of chemical addition (coagulant and pH adjustment) as
possible and make sure that the sample is well-mixed when measured. Typically, this means that
the instrument is installed in a location where the sample will reach the instrument within
30 seconds of chemical addition at all expected flow rates.
• Installation of the instrument indoors is recommended. Install the instrument in a relatively dust-
free location away from direct sunlight.
• If the instrument is installed in an outdoor environment, put the instrument in an enclosure that
supplies protection from precipitation and direct sunlight. The enclosure must also supply good
ventilation and temperature control.
• Make sure that there is sufficient drainage for any sample that flows through the overflow ports.
• Make sure that sufficient airflow is supplied around the motor so that the motor does not become
too hot.
• Make sure that the sample flow is more than 1 L/minute. A flow rate of 2–4 L/min is recommended.
A sample flow more than 4 L/min will cause water to leak from the weep hole in the piston shaft.
• If the sample water contains sand or fibrous material, install an inlet filter (Y-strainer). A 40-mesh
strainer is sufficient for most applications.
Mechanical installation
Attach the instrument to a wall
WARNING
Personal injury hazard. Instruments or components are heavy. Use assistance to install or move.
Attach the instrument vertically to a wall or structure that is able to hold at least 86 kg (190 lb) of
downward force. Make sure that there is sufficient airflow around the motor.
User-supplied hardware:
• Four bolts, 10 × 40 mm (7/16 × 1.5 in.)
Figure 2 shows the installation dimensions.
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Figure 2 Installation dimensions
Plumb the instrument
N O T I C E
Supply ½-in. NPT plumbing for both the sample inlet and the sample outlet. Outlet fittings smaller in diameter than
½-in. NPT can cause unwanted back pressure into the instrument and result in instrument damage.
Plumb the sample to the instrument as shown in Figure 1 on page 7. Plumbing guidelines:
• Install a manual flow isolation valve at the inlet.
• Keep the sample flow within the specified flow rate of 2–4 L/min.
• Use Teflon tape on the pipe threads.
• The inlet piping and outlet piping must be ½-in. NPT.
• Use ½-in. NPT fittings for the inlet piping.
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• Use ½-in. or larger NPT fittings for the outlet piping.
• If the water connections are user-supplied, install an elbow after the sensor to keep a 25–133 mm
(1–5.25 in.) head of water above the sensor (in the head height indicator pipe). Refer to Figure 1
on page 7.
• If the automatic flush mechanism is used, plumb a clean water supply at 1–5 bar (14.5 to 72.5 psi),
10 bar (145 psi) maximum.
Note: The direction of sample flow can be in either direction through the sensor.
Electrical installation
Wiring safety information
D A N G E R
Multiple hazards. Only qualified personnel must conduct the tasks described in this section of the
document.
D A N G E R
Electrocution hazard. Always remove power to the instrument before making electrical connections.
D A N G E R
Electrocution hazard. If this equipment is used outdoors or in potentially wet locations, a Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupt (GFCI/GFI) device must be used for connecting the equipment to its main power
source.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) considerations
N O T I C E
Potential Instrument Damage. Delicate internal electronic components can be damaged by static
electricity, resulting in degraded performance or eventual failure.
Refer to the steps in this procedure to prevent ESD damage to the instrument:
• Touch an earth-grounded metal surface such as the chassis of an instrument, a metal conduit or
pipe to discharge static electricity from the body.
• Avoid excessive movement. Transport static-sensitive components in anti-static containers or
packages.
• Wear a wrist strap connected by a wire to earth ground.
• Work in a static-safe area with anti-static floor pads and work bench pads.
Wiring overview
Figure 3 shows all of the possible connections for optional devices and communications.
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