INDION 1000Pro Controller Manual
INDION 1000Pro Controller Manual
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INDION 1000Pro Controller ESSENTIAL INSTRUCTIONS
READ THIS BEFORE USING YOUR INDION 1000Pro Controller!
Thank you for choosing the INDION 1000Pro controller. This controller is a user-friendly
microprocessor based controller for Single channel measurement. As with all electronic
instruments, it is essential to follow all directions for optimal performance. In particular,
you must properly install, use and maintain the INDION 1000Pro Controller to ensure
that it will continue to operate within its specifications.
• Follow all warnings, cautions and instructions marked on and supplied with the
transmitter. Please contact ION EXCHANGE (I) PVT LTD. with any product questions
or concerns.
• Install the controller as specified in this manual, following all applicable local and
National codes.
• If you find any errors in this manual, please report them to ION EXCHANGE (I) PVT LTD.
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Table of Contents
Part 1 Introduction
1.1 General Information
A. Highlights
B. Measure Screen
C. Calibration Methods
D. Analog Outputs
E. Relays
F. Digital Communication
G. Retention Of Configuration
1.2 Features
1.3 INDION 1000Pro Controller Specifications
1.4 Quick Start Guide
Part 2 Controller Mounting
7.1.1. pH Calibration
7.1.2. ORP Calibration
7.1.3. Conductivity Calibration
7.1.4. TDS Calibration
Part 10 Troubleshooting
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10.2.b. Verifying Sensor Operation
1. pH / ORP Controller
2. Conductivity / TDS Controller
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Part 1 : Introduction
A. Highlights :
B. Measure Screen :
The MEASURE screen (normal display mode) can provide different readouts of
measured data. With the MEASURE screen displayed, press ENT key to show:
• Measured Parameter and temperature (For pH / Cond. / TDS measurement)
Measured Parameter only (For ORP measurement)
• Analog Output 1 and 2 values (mA).
C. Calibration Methods :
For pH Measurement mode Buffer Calibration and Sample Point Calibration method
available.
For ORP Measurement mode Sample Point Calibration method available.
For Conductivity / TDS; Zero point (When Sensor kept in DRY Air) and Sample point
Calibration method available.
Each Analog Output mA value can also be calibrated (Part 7.2).
D. Analog Outputs :
The analyzer provides two isolated analog outputs (1 and 2). Each output can be set
to be 4-20 mA and assigned to represent one of these measurements:
• Measured Parameter.
• Measured temperature.
Parameter values can be entered to define the endpoints at which the minimum and
maximum analog output values are desired (range expand). For analog output setup
details refer to Part 6.2.
E. Relays :
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The controller has two electromechanical relays with SPDT contacts. Each relay can
be set to function as a CONTROL, ALARM. CONTROL and ALARM relays can be assigned
to be driven by the measured parameter or measured temperature.
F. Digital Communication :
G. Retention of Configuration :
All user-entered configuration values are retained indefinitely, even if power is lost or
turned off. The non-volatile analyzer memory does not require battery backup.
1.2 Features
Temperature Input (pH / Cond. / TDS) 2-wire Pt1000 RTD/ Pt100 RTD (Predefined)
with automatic compensation
Current Output Range 4.00 mA to 20.00 mA; Max. Load 600 Ohms.
0.01mA resolution, ± 0.1% of Full Scale
Accuracy*
Mounting Panel
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1.4 INDION 1000PRO Controller & Transmitter- QUICK START GUIDE
a. For pH measurement :
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C. Connect Output 4-20 mA Outputs ;
Maximum Load Resistance value 600 Ohms.
INDION Multimeter
1000PRO Terminals
Controller
Terminals
( 4-20 mADC)
O/P 1 Red (+) of
Multimeter 1
O/P 2 Red (+) of
Multimeter 2
GND Black (-) of Both
the Multimeters
INDION Signals
1000PRO
Controller
Terminals
( Modbus RTU)
A RS 485 (+)
B RS 485 (-)
G GND
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Part 2 : Installation
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Part 3 : Sensor Connection
3.1 General
The pH / ORP / Conductivity / TDS Sensor cable can be quickly connected to the
INDION 1000PRO terminal strip. Route signal cable away from AC power lines,
Adjustable frequency drives, motors, or other noisy electrical signal lines.
Do not run sensor or signal cables in conduit that contain AC power lines or motor
leads.
Select a location within the maximum sensor cable length (33 ft. for pH / ORP /
Conductivity / TDS sensor) for mounting of the sensor.
Locate sensor away from pumps, adjustable frequency drive systems, or other
Sources of high frequency EMI if possible.
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Part 4 : Controller Operation
The user interface consists of a Graphic LCD with Backlit display and a keypad with
MENU, UP; DOWN; ENTER and ESC keys.
4.1.1. Display:
The backlit, high resolution display is factory-set for optimum viewing contrast under
All lighting conditions. By using the keypad, you can display three types of screens:
• MEASURE Screens: The normal display mode shows measured values. Pressing the
ENT key sequentially scrolls through the measured analog Output 1 and 2 mA values.
• MENU Screens: These top-level and lower-level (submenu) screens within the three
main branches of the menu tree are used to access edit/selection screens for
configuration. (EXIT screens at the end of each menu branch enable you to go back
to MAIN display.
4.1.3 Keypad:
The keypad enables you to move throughout the analyzer menu tree. The keys and their
related functions are:
4.1.3.A. MENU key: Pressing this key with the MEASURE screen display shows the “MAIN
MENU” screen with top-level main branch screen as
CONFIGURE, CALIBRATE or TEST/MAINT.
4.1.3. B. ↑ and ↓ keys: Depending on the type of displayed screen, these keys do the
following:
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Same-
level menu screens.
• Edit/Selection Screens: “Fine” adjusts the displayed numerical value
(holding key down changes value faster), or moves up or down
between choices.
4.1.3.C. ENT Key : Pressing this key does two things: it displays submenu and
Edit /selection screens, and it enters (saves) configuration
Values /selections.
4.1.3.D. ESC Key : Pressing this key always takes the display up one level in the menu
tree.
(Example: With any “MAIN MENU” screen displayed, pressing the ESC
Key once takes the display up one level to the MEASURE screen.) This
Key can also “abort” the procedure to change a value or selection.
The MEASURE screen is normally displayed. Pressing the MENU key temporarily replaces the
MEASURE screen with the top-level “MAIN MENU”. Using the keypad, you can then select
display to configure, calibrate or test the analyzer. To display the MEASURE screen at any
time, press the MENU key once and then press the ESC key once.
The MEASURE screen can show two different readout versions. To select between them, in
continuous loop sequence, press the ENT key.
4. 2. Menu Structure:
CALIBRATE, CONFIGURE, and TEST/MAINT. Each main branch is structured similarly in layers
with top-level screens, related lower-level submenu screens and, in many cases, sub-
submenu screens.
1. With measure screen displayed ; pressing the MENU key always shows the following:
MAIN MENU
1. Configure
2. Calibration
3. Test/Maintenance
4. Exit
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2. Press Up or down key to select between three MAIN MENU Branch selection
(Configure, Calibrate or Test / Maintenance) or the Exit screen.
With the first top-level menu screen of the desired main branch displayed, use the Up or
Down key to scroll through other top-level screens to
CALIBRATION
access a desired screen.
1. Sensor
2. Analog Outputs
The top-level menu screens for each main
3. Temp. Offset
branch are:
4. Exit
TEST / MAINTENANCE
1. Analog Output 1
2. Analog Output 2
3. Relay 1
4. Relay 2
5. Reset Defaults
6. Exit
CONFIGURE
1. Sensor
2. Set Output 1
3. Set Output 2
4. Set Relay 1
5. Set Relay 2
6. Set °C or °F
7. Display Delay
8. Modbus Id
After selecting a top-level menu screen, press the Up or Down key and then ENT key to
display a related submenu.
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4.2.4. Adjusting Edit/Selection Screen Values:
Use Up or Down arrow keys to edit/change the value/choice. A choice can be changed by
simply using the Up or Down keys. Numerical values can be adjusted using the Up or Down
keys. The longer the key is pressed, the faster the number changes.
With the desired value /choice displayed, press the ENTER key to enter (store) it into the
non-volatile analyzer memory. Data Saved will appear on the screen and the previous
screen will then re-appear.
ION
EXCHANGE
R1R2
0 uS/cm
25.0 °C
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R1R2
1: 4.00 mA
2: 11.98 mA
Note : Main measurement screen will change as per Sensor Input type.
MAIN MENU
1. Configure
2. Calibration
3. Test/Maintenance
4. Exit
CONFIGURE
1. Sensor
2. Set Output 1
3. Set Output 2
4. Set Relay 1
5. Set Relay 2
6. Set °C or °F
7. Display Delay
8. Modbus Id
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SENSOR
1. Select Measure
2. Display Format
3. Temp. Element
4. Set Ref. Temp.
Press Up or down key to select required options. Set cursor at require position and press
ENT to select it.
Select Measure
pH
Select Range
0.00 - 14.00 pH
TEMP. ELEMENT
1. Select Type
2. Exit
25.0 °C
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“Set Ref. Temp. Value” will be flashing. Adjust “Set Ref. Temp. Value with the help of Up and
Down keys.
Press “ENT”; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
This value settable between 0.0 °C to 200.0°C with the help of Up and Down keys. This setting is
possible only when Temp. Element Type selected as MANUAL
SENSOR A
1. Select Measure
2. Display Format
3. Temp. Element
4. Exit
Press Up or down key to select required options. Set cursor at require position and press
ENT to select it.
SELECT MEASURE
ORP
Select Range
- 2000 mV to 2000mV
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
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[Link] Configuration for “Conductivity Measurement”
SENSOR
1. Select Measure
2. Display Format
3. Temp. Element
4. Compensation
5. Cell Constant
6. TDS Factor
7. Exit
Press Up or Down key to select required options. Set cursor at require position and press
ENT to select it.
Select Measure
Conductivity
Select Range
0 - 2000 uS/cm
Press Up or down key to select the required Range from available range format as
Conductivity: 0.0 to 20.00 uS/cm; 0.0 to 200.0 uS/cm; 0 to 2000 uS/cm;
0.00 to 20.00 mS/cm;
Once the require range selected press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for
confirmation.
TEMP. ELEMENT
1. Select Type
2. Exit
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Press Down key to select “Select Type”.
Press ENT to select type between Pt1000 or Pt100 or Manual.
Set require temperature element as required Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for
confirmation.
CONFIG LINEAR
1. Temp. Comp %
2. Set Ref. Temp.
3. Exit
Press Up or Down key to select require option. Set cursor at require option.
Press "ENT” to select “Temp. Comp %” . Ent require value between 0.0 % to 5.0% with the help of UP
and Down keys. Press “ENT”; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
Press Down key to set cursor at “Set Ref. Temp.”. Press Ent to set Ref. Temp. at require value
between 0.0 °C to 200.0°C with the help of UP and Down keys. Press “ENT”; Data Saved will appear
on
display for confirmation.
Press Up or Down key to select require cell constant from 0.01, 0.05, 0.1, 0.5, 1.0, 5.0, 10.0.
Select require cell constant; Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
Default value of cell constant will be 1.0.
TDS Factor menu will be skip in Conductivity Measurement mode.
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
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6.1.4. Controller Configuration for “TDS Measurement”
SENSOR
1. Select Measure
2. Display Format
3. Temp. Element
4. Compensation
5. Cell Constant
6. TDS Factor
7. Exit
Press Up or down key to select required options. Set cursor at require position and press
ENT to select it.
SELECT MEASURE
TDS
Select Range
0 - 2000 ppm
Use Up or down key to select the required Range from available range format as
Conductivity: 0.0 to 10.00 ppm; 0.0 to 100.0 ppm; 0 to 1000 ppm;
0.00 to 10.00 ppt.
Once the require range selected press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for
confirmation.
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TEMP. ELEMENT
1. Select Type
2. Exit
Press Down key to select “Select Type”.
Press ENT to select type between Pt1000 or Pt100 or Manual.
Set require temperature element as required Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for
confirmation.
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
CONFIG LINEAR
1. Temp. Comp %
2. Set Ref. Temp.
3. Exit
Press Up or Down key to select require option. Set cursor at require option.
Press "ENT” to select “Temp. Comp %”. ENT requires value between 0.0 % to 5.0% with the help of
UP and Down keys. Press “ENT”; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
Press Down key to set cursor at “Set Ref. Temp.”. Press Ent to set Ref. Temp. at require value
between 0.0 °C to 200.0°C with the help of UP and Down keys. Press “ENT”; Data Saved will appear
Press Up or Down key to select require cell constant from 0.01, 0.05, 0.1, 0.5, 1.0, 5.0, 10.0.
Select require cell constant; Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
TDS Factor
0.50
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Press Up or Down key to select require cell constant from 0.40 to 0.80. Press ENT; Data
Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
In Configure mode use Up or Down key to select option as Set Output 1; Press ENT; display
will be as follows; Press Up and Down keys and set cursor at require option.
SET OUTPUT 1
1. Set Parameter
2. Set 4 mA Value
3. Set 20 mA Value
4. Exit
Press Up or Down key to select required options. Set cursor at require position and press
ENT to select it.
Sensor
Set 4 mA O/P 1
0. 00 pH
Set required value with the help of Up or Down key and press ENT; Data Saved will appear
on display for confirmation.
Press Down key to go to select 20 mA value; Press ENT to get display as follows:
Set 20 mA O/P 1
14.00 pH
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Set required value with the help of Up or Down key and press ENT; Data Saved will appear
on display for confirmation.
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
In Configure mode use up or down key to select option as Set Output 2; Press ENT; display
will be as follows; Press Up and down keys and set cursor at require option.
SET OUTPUT 2
1. Set Parameter
2. Set 4 mA Value
3. Set 20 mA Value
4. Exit
Press Up or down key to select required options. Set cursor at require position and press
ENT to select it.
Sensor
Set 4 mA O/P 2
PV Unit
Set required value with the help of Up or Down key and press ENT; Data Saved will appear
on display for confirmation.
Press Down key to go to select 20 mA values; Press ENT to get display as follows:
Set 20 mA O/P 2
PV Unit
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Set required value with the help of up or down key and press ENT; Data Saved will appear on
display for confirmation.
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
In Configure mode use Up or Down key to select option as Set Relay 1; Press ENT; display will
be as follows; Press Up and Down keys and set cursor at require option.
SET RELAY 1
1. Set Parameter
2. Set Function
3. Exit
Press Up or down key to select required options. Set cursor at require position and press
ENT to select it.
Set Parameter R1
Sensor
Use Up or down key to select option as Sensor or Temperature; press ENT; Data Saved will
appear on display for confirmation.
Press Down key to select “Set Function”; press ENT
Relay 1 Logic
Control
Use Up or down key to select Relay 1 Logic as either Control or Alarm. Press ENT; Data Saved
will appear on display for confirmation.
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6.3. [Link] Relay Setting as Control Relay 1
If Control Relay function selected then Default display will be as follows:
Set Function R1
1. Phase
2. Set point
3. Dead Band
4. Exit
Relay 1 Phase
Low
If Low is selected then then Relay 1 will be energized below Set Point
If High is selected then then Relay 1 will be energized above Set Point
PV Value
Dead Band R1
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
Dead Band value Minimum and Maximum will be parameter and Range dependent.
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
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6.3. [Link] Relay Setting as Alarm Relay 1
If Alarm Relay function selected then Default display will be as follows
Set Function R1
1. Low Alarm
2. High Alarm
3. Low Dead Band
4. High Dead Band
Low Alarm R1
PV Unit
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
High Alarm R1
PV Unit
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
Between Low Alarm set point value and High Alarm Set Point value Relay will be De-
energized.
If Low Dead Band function selected then Default display will be as follows
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Low Dead Band R1
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
If High Dead Band function selected then Default display will be as follows
0.0
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
Dead Band value Minimum and Maximum will be parameter and Range dependent.
In Configure mode use Up or Down key to select option as Set Relay 2; Press ENT; display will
be as follows; Press Up and Down keys and set cursor at require option.
SET RELAY 2
1. Set Parameter
2. Set Function
3. Exit
Press Up or Down key to select required options. Set cursor at require position and press
ENT to select it.
Set Parameter R2
Sensor
Use Up or down key to select option as Sensor or Temperature; press ENT; Data Saved will
appear on display for confirmation.
Press Down key to select “Set Function”; press ENT
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If Set Function selected then Default display will be as follows
Relay 2 Logic
Control
Use Up or Down key to select Relay 2 Logic as either Control or Alarm. Press ENT; Data Saved
will appear on display for confirmation.
Set Function R2
1. Phase
2. Set point
3. Dead Band
4. Exit
Relay 2 Phase
Low
If Low is selected then then Relay 2 will be energized below Set Point
If High is selected then then Relay 2 will be energized above Set Point
PV Value
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Use Up or Down key to set the require value.
Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
Dead Band R2
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
Dead Band value Minimum and Maximum will be parameter and Range dependent.
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
Set Function R2
1. Low Alarm
2. High Alarm
3. Low Dead Band
4. High Dead Band
Low Alarm R2
PV Unit
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
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High Alarm R2
PV Unit
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
Between Low Alarm set point value and High Alarm Set Point value Relay will be De-
energized.
If Low Dead Band function selected then Default display will be as follows
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
If High Dead Band function selected then Default display will be as follows
0.0
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
Dead Band value Minimum and Maximum will be parameter and Range dependent.
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
In Configure mode use Up or Down key to select option as Set °C or °F; Press ENT; display will
be as follows;
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Set °C or °F
°C
Use Up or Down key to set the require unit of Temperature. Press ENT; Data Saved will
appear on display for confirmation.
In Configure mode use Up or Down key to select option as Display Delay; Press ENT; display
will be as follows:
Display Delay
5 sec
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation.
Minimum value will be 0 seconds; Maximum value will be 60 seconds.
Modbus ID
Use Up or Down key to set the require value. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display
for confirmation. Minimum value will be 1; Maximum value will be 256.
MAIN MENU
1. Configure
2. Calibration
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3. Test/Maintenance
4. Exit
CALIBRATION
1. Sensor
2. Analog Outputs
3. Temp. Offset
4. Exit
pH
pH -7 7.00
pH - 4 4.00
pH – 10 10.00
Sample 1 pH
Remove Sensor from 7 pH buffer solution; clean it properly and keep in 4 pH buffer solution.
Press Down key to select pH -4 option; extreme right will be process / Buffer Solution value.
Press Up key; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
Remove Sensor from 4 pH buffer solution; clean it properly and keep in 10.00 pH buffer
[Link] Down key to select pH – 10.00 option; extreme right will be process / Buffer
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Solution value.
Press Up key; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
If standard pH buffer solution is not available then with known Sample Solution; Calibration is
possible at site using Sample 1 pH calibration.
Enter Sample 1 pH
1.000
6.65 pH
By pressing Up or Down keys match sample value with the known Sample Value. Press ENT;
Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
1.000
0 mV
By pressing Up or Down keys match sample value with the known Sample Value.
Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
SENSOR A
1. Zero
2. One Point Sample
3. Exit
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Use Up or Down key to select required options
Zero
Sensor in AIR
0 uS/cm
25.0 °C
Keep the sensor in AIR and Display will show conductivity value and temperature.
Wait for reading to stabilize.
Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
1 Point Sample
1.000
0 uS/cm
25.0 °C
Keep the sensor in Known Conductivity Sample solution and Display will show conductivity
value and temperature.
Wait for reading to stabilize. Change the value (1.000) with the help of Up and Down keys so that
conductivity reading display value matches with the Known Conductivity Sample solution.
Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
SENSOR
1. Zero
2. One Point Sample
3. Exit
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Use Up or Down key to select required options
Zero
Sensor in AIR
0 ppm
25.0 °C
Keep the sensor in AIR and Display will show TDS value and temperature.
Wait for reading to stabilize. Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
1 Point Sample A
1.000
0 ppm
25.0 °C
Keep the sensor in Known TDS Sample solution and Display will show conductivity value and
temperature.
Wait for reading to stabilize. Change the value (1.000) with the help of Up and Down keys so
that TDS reading display value matches with the Known TDS Sample solution.
Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
OUTPUTS
1. Cal Output 1
2. Cal Output 2
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If Cal Output 1 is selected then Default display will be as follows
Cal Output 1
Zero 141
Span 238
Press ENT; Value next to Zero will start flashing. Set exactly 4 mA output onto Certified
Multimeter with the help of Up or Down keys.
Press ENT; Value next to Span will start flashing. Set exactly 20 mA output onto Certified
Multimeter with the help of Up or Down keys.
Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
Cal Output 2
Zero 136
Span 225
Press ENT; Value next to Zero will start flashing. Set exactly 4 mA output onto Certified
Multimeter with the help of Up or Down keys.
Press ENT; Value next to Span will start flashing. Set exactly 20 mA output onto Certified
Multimeter with the help of Up or Down keys.
Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on display for confirmation.
TEMP. OFFSET
0.0
Press Up or Down key to set temperature exactly same as per certified Thermometer.
MAIN MENU
1. Configure
2. Calibration
3. Test/Maintenance
4. Exit
TEST / MAINTENANCE
1. Analog Output 1
2. Analog Output 2
3. Relay 1
4. Relay 2
5. Reset Defaults
6. Exit
Output 1
4.00 mA
Press Up or Down key to change mA Output 1 and check corresponding mA output onto
certifited Multimeter.
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If Analog Output 2 is selected then Default display will be as follows:
Output 2
4.00 mA
Press Up or down key to change mA Output 2 and check corresponding mA output onto
certifited Multimeter.
Relay 1
OFF
Press Up or down key to change Relay status from OFF to ON; click sound will come when
Relay changes its status.
Relay 2
OFF
Press Up or down key to change Relay status from OFF to ON; click sound will come when
Relay changes its status.
Reset Defaults
NO
Press Up or down key to change from NO to YES; Press ENT; Data Saved will appear on
display for confirmation. All Reset Defaults values will be loaded.
If Exit is selected and Press ENT then display will show Main Display.
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Part 9 : Service and Maintenance
If a measurement problem exists and you suspect the sensor cable, inspect it for physical
damage. If an interconnect cable for conductivity sensor is used, disconnect the cable at
both ends (sensor and analyzer) and using an ohmmeter, check its wires for continuity and
internal shorts.
Calibrating with old, contaminated, or diluted pH buffers may cause measurement errors.
Do not reuse buffers. Never pour the portion of buffer used for calibration back into the
buffer bottle -- always discard it. Note that the pH value of a buffer changes slightly as its
temperature changes. (Always refer to the pH value-versus-temperature table on the buffer
bottle.) Therefore, always allow the temperatures of the sensor and buffer to equalize while
calibrating.
If the ZEROING method was used to calibrate sensor, re-calibration is only needed when the
sensor is replaced. If sensor span was calibrated using the 1 POINT SAMPLE method, you
must periodically re-calibrate. In either case, always calibrate when replacing a sensor.
Do not run the sensor cable (and interconnect cable, if used) in the same conduit with AC or
DC
Power wiring.
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Part 10 : Troubleshooting
The analyzer may be affected by a “ground loop” problem (two or more electrically
grounded points at different potentials).
Analyzer reading is offset from the actual value by a consistent amount, or ....
Analyzer reading is frozen on one value, or....
Analyzer reading is “off scale” (upscale or downscale).
Although the source of a ground loop is difficult to determine, there are several common
causes.
The following simple test can help to determine if there is a ground loop:
1. With the pH or ORP or Conductivity MEASURE screen displayed, put the sensor in a non-
conductive container (plastic or glass) filled with a pH buffer or ORP reference solution or
Conductivity solution of known value. Note the analyzer reading for this solution.
2. Connect one end of a wire to a known earth ground, such as the analyzer ground terminal
on terminal strip. Place the other end of this wire into the buffer or Cond. Solution next to
the sensor.
3. Note the analyzer reading now and compare it with the reading taken in step 1. If the
reading changed, a ground loop exists.
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10.1.2 Finding Source of Ground Loop
Sometimes the source of a ground loop is easy to find, but it usually takes an organized
approach to isolate the problem.
Use a systematic troubleshooting method. If possible, start by grounding all shields and
Electrical grounds at one stable point. One at a time, turn off all pumps, motors and
switches that are in contact with the process. Each time you do this, check if the ground
loop still exists. Since the process media being measured is electrically conductive, the
source of the ground loop may not be readily apparent.
a. Make sure that pH sensor is clean properly before doing this step.
b. Put the sensor in a pH 7 buffer solution and wait for the temperature of the sensor and
buffer to reach room temperature.
c. Measure the resistance between the Yellow and Black wires to verify the operation of the
temperature element. The resistance should be between 1090 and 1105 ohms at
approximately 25 ºC.
d. Measure the mV on certified Multimeter between the Red and Green wires. The reading
should be between –50 and + 50 mV.
e. Rinse the sensor with water and put it in a pH 4 buffer solution. Wait for the temperature
of the sensor and buffer to reach room temperature.
f. Compare the mV reading in the pH 4 buffer to the reading in the pH 7 buffer. The reading
should differ by approximately 160 mV.
If the difference is less than 160 mV, call technical support.
a. Make sure that pH sensor is clean properly before doing this step.
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b. Measure the resistance between the Green and White wires to verify the operation of the
temperature element. The resistance should be between 1090 and 1105 ohms at
approximately 25 ºC.
c. If the temperature element is good, reconnect the wires to the controller.
d. To check out Combination type pH sensor for mV output criteria it needs to be connected
to any controller / transmitter.
3. Conductivity Sensor:
a. Disconnect the sensor from the analyzer (or junction box, if using interconnect cable).
b. Clean the sensor properly.
c. Using the certified ohmmeter, check all of the measurement point resistance readings
shown in Table below.
Note : For Verifying sensor operation All Sensors considered are of Make INDION Controls.
Sensor wires cable colour code may vary for different Makes.
1. pH / ORP Controller :
WARNING :
DISCONNECT LINE POWER TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
1. After disconnecting line power from the analyzer, disconnect the sensor.
2. Connect a millivolt generator between pH / ORP (+) and pH / ORP (-) on Terminal
strip.
3. Make sure the analyzer is configured for a Pt 1000 temperature element.
4. Connect a 1% tolerance, 1097 ohm resistor between RTD (+) and RTD (-) on Terminal
strip.
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4. Reconnect line power to the analyzer.
WARNING :
LINE POWER IS PRESENT ; BE CAREFUL TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
5. Set millivolt generator to provide each of the following outputs, checking the analyzer
MEASURE screen each time for these corresponding pH (or mV) readings:
Zero mV 7 pH (approximately) 0 mV
(-)175 mV 10 pH (approximately) (-)175 mV
(+)175 mV 4 pH (approximately) (+)175 mV
If these readings are achieved, the controller is operating properly, but the sensor or
interconnect cable (if used) may be inoperative. If you cannot get these readings, the
controller is probably inoperative.
WARNING :
DISCONNECT LINE POWER TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
1. After disconnecting line power from the analyzer, disconnect the sensor.
2. Make sure the analyzer is configured for a Pt 1000 temperature element.
3. Connect a 1% tolerance, 1097 ohm resistor between RTD (+) and RTD (-) on Terminal
Strip.
4. Depending on the configured sensor cell constant, measuring units, and range, use
The listed resistance in TABLE (1% tolerance resistor or decade box) and connect it
between
Cond. / TDS (+) and Cond. / TDS (-).
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TABLE Mid-scale Equivalent Test Resistance Values
Configured Mid Scale Configured “Nominal” Cell Constant
Display Value
Format
Conductivity 0.01 0.1 1.0 10.0
0.00 to 20.00 10.00 uS/cm 1K Not Not Not
uS/cm Available Available Available
0.0 to 200.0 100.0 uS/cm Not 1K Not Not
uS/cm Available Available Available
0 to 2000 1000 uS/cm Not Not 1K Not
uS/cm Available Available Available
0.00 to 20.00 10.00 Not Not Not 1K
mS/cm mS/cm Available Available Available
WARNING :
LINE POWER IS PRESENT ; BE CAREFUL TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
6. Verify that the controller conductivity reading as per above table for Conductivity /
TDS.
Also verify that the controller temperature reading is 25.0°C.
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If these readings are achieved, the analyzer is operating properly, but the interconnect
Cable (if used) may be faulty.
The INDION 1000PRO Controller is supplied with a one-year warranty for material and
workmanship from date marked on the product. However, ION EXCHANGE (I) PVT LTD.
offers no warranty, either expressed or implied, as to the useful life of the product.
There are no implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
given in connection with the sale of any goods. In no event shall ION EXCHANGE (I) PVT
LTD. be liable for consequential, incidental or special damages. The buyer's sole and
exclusive remedy and the limit of ION EXCHANGE (I) PVT LTD.'s liability for any loss
whatsoever shall not exceed the purchase price paid by the purchaser for the product to
which claim is made.
If repair is necessary and is not the result of misuse, then please contact ION
EXCHANGE PVT LTD. for a Return Goods Authorization.
After evaluation if found the product is deemed damaged due to misuse, you will
be contacted regarding repair charge.
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