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Ecotech Serinus 40 User Manual

Ecotech Serinus 40
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Introduction
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Serinus 40
Oxides of Nitrogen
Analyser
User Manual
Version: 2.2
www.ecotech.com

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Ecotech Serinus 40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEcotech
ModelSerinus 40
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Manufacturer Statement

Safety Requirements

Warranty

Service and Repairs

Service Guidelines

Provides contact details and guidelines for reporting issues and requesting service.

CE Mark Declaration of Conformity

Claims for Damaged Shipments and Shipping Discrepancies

Damaged Shipments

Details procedures and required documents for claims related to damaged equipment.

Shipping Discrepancies

Outlines steps for reporting discrepancies found upon receipt of packages.

Internationally Recognised Symbols on Ecotech Equipment

Manual Revision History

1. Introduction

1.1 Description

Describes the Serinus 40 analyser, its measurement capabilities, and key sub-components.

1.2 Specifications

Details technical specifications including measurement range, precision, and accuracy.

1.3 Nomenclature

Provides definitions of terms and abbreviations used in the manual.

1.4 Background/Theory

Explains the underlying principles of NOx measurement and Kalman filtering.

1.5 Instrument Description

Details the major components of the Serinus 40 analyser.

1.5.10 Main Controller PCB

1.5.11 Power Supply

1.5.13 Communications

USB

For instrument communication, data download, diagnostics, and firmware upgrades.

TCP/IP (optional)

For remote access and real-time access to instruments over a network.

Bluetooth

Allows remote access via Android device using Serinus remote application.

2. Installation

2.1 Initial Check

Covers packaging inspection and how to open the instrument for interior check.

2.2 Mounting/Installing

Provides guidelines for selecting an appropriate location and mounting the analyser.

2.3 Instrument Set-up

2.3.1 Pneumatic Connections

Details the four pneumatic ports and instructions for connecting tubing.

2.3.2 Power Connections

Provides critical steps for safely connecting the instrument to a power source.

2.3.4 Analyser Set-up

Step-by-step guide to configure the analyser after installation.

2.4 U.S. EPA Reference Set-up

2.5 EN Type Approval Set-up

2.6 Transporting/Storage

3. Operation

3.1 Warm-up

Instrument self-adjustment process before monitoring begins.

3.2 Measurement

Explains the dual channel measurement process for NO and NOx.

3.3 General Operational Information

Details the instrument's buttons: Selection, Scrolling, Keypad, and Status Lights.

3.4 Main Display

3.5 Menus & Screens

3.5.1 Quick Menu

Contains maintenance tools for calibrations, parameter checks, and service history.

3.5.2 Main Menu

Provides access to six main menus for analyser settings and operations.

3.5.4 Status

Lists current Pass/Fail statuses of main components during warm-up.

3.5.5 Temperatures

Allows temperature unit change and displays current temperatures.

3.5.6 Pressures & Flow

Allows pressure unit selection and displays pressure and flow readings.

3.5.9 General Settings

Configure decimal places, units, date/time, backlight, and front screen display.

3.5.10 Measurement Settings

Sets average period, filter type, rolling size, and NO2 filter.

3.5.11 Calibration Menu

Allows setting calibration type (Timed/Manual), zero/span sources, and calibration.

3.5.12 Manual Mode

Defines calibration modes (Measure, Zero, Span, Cycle) and cycle time.

3.5.13 Timed Mode

Sets calibration date, time, repeat interval, span compensation, and cycle time.

3.5.14 Service

Access diagnostics, calculation factors, ozone generator control, and save functions.

3.5.15 Diagnostics

Accesses digital pots, valve menu, tests, and diagnostic modes.

Digital Pots

Electronically controlled potentiometers for adjustments, accessed during diagnostics.

Control Loop

Enables or disables instrument control loop for manual digital pot adjustment.

3.5.17 Valve Menu

Observes and manually controls valve opening and closing.

3.5.20 Calculation Factors

Provides values for instrument gain, zero offset, background, and efficiency.

3.5.21 Communications Menu

Configures instrument communication with external devices and data loggers.

3.5.22 Data Logging Menu

Allows selection of parameters to log, text/numeric setup, and log interval.

3.5.24 Analog Input Menu

Configures scaling for three analog inputs from the 25 pin I/O connector.

3.5.25 Analog Output Menu

Configures analog outputs for current/voltage, range, offset, and calibration.

3.5.26 Digital Inputs Menu

Assigns digital inputs to trigger zero/span calibrations remotely.

3.5.27 Digital Outputs Menu

Triggers external alarms in response to specific events.

3.5.28 Network Adaptor Menu

Views or sets IP address, Netmask, and Gateway for network port.

4. Communications

4.1 RS232 Communication

Reliable communication for data loggers, supports multiple protocols.

4.2 USB Communication

Ideal for irregular connection to PC for data download and remote control.

4.3 TCP/IP Network Communication (optional)

For remote and real-time access when network connectivity is available.

4.4 Digital/Analog Communication

Handles digital and analog signal communication for external devices.

4.4.1 Analog Outputs

Details analog output capabilities for Voltage (0-5V) or Current (0-20mA).

4.4.2 Analog Output Calibration Procedure

Step-by-step guide for calibrating voltage and current analog outputs.

4.4.4 Digital Status Inputs

Details eight logic level inputs for external control of calibration sequences.

4.5 Using Airodis Software to Download Data from a Serinus Gas Analyser

4.5.1 Installation

Instructions for configuring Serinus logging interval for data download.

4.5.2 Connecting the Serinus to your PC

Guides for connecting the analyser to a PC via USB, Serial, or Network.

4.5.3 Installing Airodis

Information on downloading and installing the Airodis software.

4.5.4 Configuring Airodis

Steps to set up Airodis Workspace Manager and add a new station.

4.6 Serinus Remote App/Bluetooth

4.6.1 Installation

Instructions for finding and installing the Serinus Remote Application.

4.6.2 Connecting to the Analyser

Steps for connecting the Serinus analyser to a smartphone via Bluetooth.

4.6.3 Control Serinus Analyser

Details remote screen operation, main screen, menus, and input methods.

4.6.4 Real-time Plot

Allows viewing real-time plotting of up to four parameters.

4.6.5 Download

Downloads logged data from USB stick, options for save, email, and plot.

5. Calibration

5.1 Zero Calibration

Procedure for setting the analyser's zero point.

5.2 Span Calibration

Calibrates the instrument to the upper limits of normal monitoring.

5.3 Multipoint Precision Check

Checks linearity by using span gas at multiple concentrations.

5.4 Precision Check

Observes instrument concentration with known span gas or zero air.

5.5 Converter Efficiency

Measures and corrects for losses due to converter inefficiency.

5.6 Pressure Calibration

Performs a two-point calibration involving vacuum and ambient pressure.

5.7 High Pressure Zero/Span Valve

Details high pressure span and zero calibration valves.

6. Service

6.1 Pneumatic Diagram

Diagram showing the pneumatic layout of the Serinus 40 analyser.

6.2 Maintenance Tools

Lists equipment required for general maintenance of the Serinus 40.

6.3 Maintenance Schedule

Provides a schedule for routine maintenance tasks at different intervals.

6.4 Maintenance Procedures

Details procedures for common maintenance tasks.

6.4.1 Particulate Filter Replacement

Procedure for replacing the particulate filter to maintain performance.

6.4.2 Clean Fan Filter

Instructions for cleaning the fan filter located on the analyser's rear.

6.4.3 DFU Replacement

Procedure for replacing the DFU (disposable filter unit).

6.4.4 Quick Leak Test

Procedure to determine if instrument pneumatics have a leak.

6.4.5 Full Leak Check

Procedure for performing a comprehensive manual leak check.

6.4.6 Replacing the PMT Desiccant Pack.

Procedure for changing desiccant packs in the PMT housing.

6.4.7 Cleaning the Reaction Cell

Instructions for cleaning the reaction cell to restore sensitivity.

6.4.8 Clean Pneumatics

Procedure for disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling the valve manifold.

6.4.9 Pressure Sensor Check

Ensures pressure sensors accurately measure pressure inside the instrument.

6.4.10 Battery Replacement

Procedure for replacing the main controller board battery (BT1).

6.4.11 Ozone Generator Maintenance

Details O-ring replacement for ozone generators with serial numbers before ID 11-0140.

6.5 Parts List

6.6 Bootloader

6.6.1 Display Help Screen

How to redisplay the help screen from the Bootloader screen.

6.6.2 Communications Port Test

Tests communication ports (RS232, USB, Ethernet) for fault finding.

6.6.3 Updating Firmware

Procedure for updating analyser firmware using a USB memory stick.

6.6.4 Erase All Settings

Command to erase corrupted settings and reset the instrument.

7. Troubleshooting

Flow fault

Troubleshooting steps for flow fault errors.

Noisy/unstable readings

Troubleshooting for noisy or unstable measurement readings.

Flow block temp failure

Troubleshooting for flow block temperature failure.

Reaction cell temp failure

Troubleshooting for reaction cell temperature failure.

Analyser resetting

Troubleshooting steps for analyser resetting issues.

No display

Troubleshooting steps when the instrument display shows no output.

Sample pressure too high or too low

Troubleshooting for sample pressure issues.

Sample flow not at 0.6 SLPM

Troubleshooting steps for incorrect sample flow.

No response to span gas

Troubleshooting for no response to span gas.

Zero drift

Troubleshooting zero drift issues.

A/D conversion error

Troubleshooting A/D conversion errors, often temperature/pressure related.

7.1 Flow Fault

7.2 Noisy/Unstable Readings

7.3 Converter Temperature Failure

7.4 Flow Block Temperature Failure

7.5 Reaction Cell Temperature Failure

8. Optional Extras

8.1 Dual Sample Filter PN E020100

Dual filter designed to reduce loading on each filter.

8.2 Rack Mount Kit PN E020116

Kit necessary for installing the Serinus into a 19” rack.

8.3 High Pressure Zero/Span Valves

8.4 High Level Option

Appendix B. EC9800 Protocol

Appendix C. Bavarian Protocol

Appendix D. Modbus Protocol

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