Neptune Systems Trident User Manual

Trident Installation: Preface
This guide will illustrate how to physically install the Trident.
The guide below will walk through the different steps illustrated on the Get
Started card included with your Neptune Systems Trident, but the
recommended method is to use the Trident Initial Setup task found in Apex
Fusion. The guide can also be used to supplement the Trident Initial Setup
Task and provide additional information for those looking for further details.
DO NOT CONNECT THE TRIDENT TO YOUR APEX
..
While this may seem counterintuitive, do not connect your Trident to the
Apex until instructed to do so. Connecting the Trident before other
necessary connections are made will cause the Trident to go into an error
mode and will cause the installation of the system to take additional time.
Update Apex AOS
.
On the Apex dashboard click the button with 3 gears, then click the WiFi
button. If there is not a large orange Update AOS button, then your Apex
already has the latest AOS version installed. If you see a large orange
Update AOS button, click that button and then click the Update button
The minimum required AOS version for the Apex is 5.05_5D19.

Neptune Systems Trident Specifications

General

Measurement Parameters	Alkalinity, Calcium, Magnesium
Type	Automated Water Tester
Compatibility	Neptune Systems Apex Controller
Power Requirements	12V DC
Weight	3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)

Summary

Trident Installation: Preface

Critical Connection Warnings

Warning against premature Apex connection and reminder to update Apex AOS for compatibility.

Physical Connections and Tubing

Review Package Contents

Lists the items included in the Neptune Systems Trident package for verification.

Tubing Installation

Guidance on connecting sample and waste lines, emphasizing not to alter their lengths.

Cable Connections

Instructions for connecting the 1LINK cable and critical warnings about Apex connection.

Reagent Installation

Install Reagents A, B, and C

Step-by-step guide for installing reagent bottles and their respective intake assemblies.

Finalizing Reagent Drawer

Instructions for closing the reagent drawer and retaining packaging for future service.

Trident Placement and Sample Line Setup

Position Trident Requirements

Criteria for placing the Trident near the aquarium for optimal performance.

Sample Line Placement

Detailed requirements for sample line intake positioning to ensure measurement accuracy.

Apex Connection and Initialization

Connect 1LINK to Apex

Procedure for connecting the 1LINK cable to the Apex and understanding initialization status.

Post-Connection Configuration

Set Waste Size Container

Steps to configure the waste container capacity within Apex Fusion.

Prime Reagent and Sample Lines

Procedure to prime the Trident's lines once the status LED indicates readiness.

Trident Tile and Scheduling

Overview of the Trident tile features and scheduling test intervals in Apex Fusion.

Error Notification Setup

Add Trident Error Notification

Configuration steps to receive email alerts for Trident errors.

Trident Troubleshooting: Preface

Troubleshooting Error Conditions

Current Error

Diagnoses the 'Current' error indicating a peristaltic pump malfunction.

No Test in 24H Error

Explains the 'No Test in 24H' error and the need for regular operation.

No Water Sample Error

Addresses the 'No Water Sample' error by checking the sample line.

Reagent Empty Errors

Covers 'Reagent A Empty' and other reagent empty errors and their resolutions.

Advanced Troubleshooting

Stirrer Error

Details the 'Stirrer' error indicating issues with the internal mixing bar.

Test Fail Errors

Explains 'Test A Fail', 'Test B Fail', and 'Test C Fail' related to titration.

Volts Error

Addresses 'Volts' errors related to power supply and connection issues.

Waste Full Error

Provides solutions for the 'Waste Full' error for container and drain configurations.

Trident Controlled DŌS Setup

Overview and Prerequisites

Introduction to Trident controlled dosing and the need for prior DŌS setup and calibration.

Configure Dosing Amounts

Steps to set up daily dosing intervals and volumes for alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium.

Enabling and Fine-Tuning DŌS Control

Enable Trident Control

Activating automatic dosing adjustments based on Trident measurements.

Select Parameter and Control Value

Choosing the parameter to control and setting the desired 'ideal' value.

Define Control Range and Limit

Setting the acceptable parameter range and the limits for dosing adjustments.

Update to Apex Fusion

Finalizing and saving the controlled dosing configuration to Apex Fusion.

Fine-Tuning Dosing Settings

Understanding Dosing Values

Explanation of how values like Normal Dose Amount and Control Value affect dosing.

Adjusting Control Variables

Guidance on fine-tuning Control Range and Control Limit for optimal parameter stability.