C•Xchange - User Manual
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1. OCEANOGRAPHIC ASA your old ideas EN C Xchange User Manual Version 2 52 19 September 2014 Revision History Revision Date Description Author Version 2 2 20 June 2013 Format revision and updates Jehan Zouak Version 2 3 18 November 2013 Spec updates Jehan Zouak Version 2 4 13 Feb 2014 Updated for Platinum Quartz C Xchange and UV Xchange compatibility lan Lougheed Version 2 5 25 March 2014 Added Technical Drawing and UV X compatible serial number note Jehan Zouak Version 2 51 31 July 2014 Added note about copper tape Chris B Version 2 52 19 September Updated technical drawing Jehan Zouak 2014 AML Oceanographic User Manual Table of Contents General Description of the Sensor sse 2 Where Dog 3 Shipping and Receiving 4 Receiving a 565 cT 4 Returning a Sensor to the Factory bor 6 eoo pe E 7 Pressure 7 the SONS OM edat oe uota Hep e om t 7 Removing the Sengon 8 Pre Deployment Procedures ortis 8 Post Deployment Procedures 8 Compatibility with UVeXchange Biofo2. Left Borosilicate glass cross tubes Right Fused quartz glass cross tubes Note the thicker glass tubes on the right fused quartz sensor 2 Electrode plating change o The electrodes use a new type of plating that is tougher and more resistant to biofouling o The old plating is dark flat black in colour Never make contact with the electrode surface while cleaning the sensor This can damage the plating and alter the sensor s calibration o The new plating is light brown gray in colour These electrodes may be cleaned with gentle contact using a q tip or lint free cloth Do not apply pressure or use metallic brushes to clean these electrodes AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual The changes described in this section do not otherwise alter the functionality or performance of C Xchange Specifications remain unchanged For more detailed information related to biofouling control refer to the UV Xchange User Manual A Note About Copper Tape A common strategy to prevent biofouling on a submerged surface is to coat the surface with copper tape This method is often utilized on instrument bodies cages endcaps and some sensor housings However copper tape should not be applied to C Xchange as the metallic tape will interfere with the external sensing field of the sensor UV Xchange alone is sufficient to maintain measurement integrity of C Xchange Maintaining the Sensor Periodic Maintenance Periodic maintenanc
3. not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose shall apply In no event will AML be liable for any direct indirect consequential or incidental damages resulting from any defects or failure of performance of any instrument supplied by AML AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual Technical Overview Drawings THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF AML OCEANOGRAPHIC LTD ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF AML OCEANOGRAPHIC LTD IS PROHIBITED REVISION TABLE REV DESCRIPTION BY DATE SV Xchange 87 1 31 8 3 43 1 25 Oce nographic 44 5 C Xchange Right Angle 108 4 4 27 62 7 LuoS 9 ude Boue So 02 47 02 0 29 909 FLOW DIRECTION C Xchange Straight 131 1 m 5 16 FLOW DIRECTION 57 3 tod DIYUALIBOUBZSIO Ara 52 26 wo Swu 02 0 22905 C Xchange 506257 Range 0 70 mS cm AMLOceanographic com ALTERNATE FLOW DIRECTION P Xchange 72 5 ENDCAP FACE LEVEL WHEN INSTALLED ON 11 4 INSTRUMENT OR R 45 BULKHEAD T Xchange a 89 5 655 3 53 FACE LEVEL 11 4 WHEN INSTALLED ON 45 2 58 INSTRUMENT OR BULKHEAD TITLE Mme Xchange Se
4. 4 108 mm 4 25 Sampling Capabilities e Samples up to 25 times per second 14 AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual Support Troubleshooting Instrument fails to detect the sensor e 5 the sensor properly mounted on the instrument Blue mounting collar should be firmly tightened and less than 1mm from the instrument endcap e Inspect the connectors on both the sensor and the instrument for corrosion or damaged contacts e Cycle power to the instrument Conductivity data is noisy readings are jumping around more than expected e Ensure there are no bubbles trapped in the sensor To remove bubbles Flow water through the sensor in excess of 2 m s to flush the bubbles out of the sensor If there is sufficient room move the sensor through the water vigorously by hand o To prevent bubbles Pre wet the sensor using of the following methods Use water with a few small drops of dish soap and isopropyl alcohol in it Soak the sensor for 5 minutes Use distilled water only and soak the sensor for 20 minutes e Inspect the connector on both the sensor and the instrument for corrosion or damaged contacts e Are there small scale thermal or salinity eddies or stratification of the water being tested These can cause reading fluctuations particularly in fast response sensors such as C Xchange In this case rapid changes in readings are likely a reflection of true conditions e 5 there a nearby so
5. ange SET FORMAT Changes the numerical output format of the sensor Where Xxxxx sensor type SV CONDUCTIVITY TEMPERATURE PRESSURE a number of digits ahead of the decimal place b number of digits after the decimal place l e SET SV FORMAT 42 changes the scan output format to 1475 25 SEE BELOW SET COND FORMAT 14 Sets the C format to 1 digit ahead of the decimal place and 4 digits after the decimal place Note This format is only useful for freshwater range C Xchange TM sensors SET COND FORMAT 23 Sets the C format to 2 digits ahead of the decimal place and 3 digits after the decimal place This is the typical format for the saltwater C Xchange sensors SET COND FORMAT 22 Sets the C format to 2 digits ahead of the decimal place and 2 digits after the decimal place For the full set of commands please refer to the Commands section of an Instrument manual Technical Specifications Sensors Right Angle 0 70 mS cm 0 01 mS cm 0 003 mS cm 0 001 mS cm 25 ms at 1 m s flow Right Angle 0 2 mS cm 0 01 mS cm 0 003 mS cm 0 001 mS cm 25 ms at 1 m s flow Right Angle 0 90 mS cm 0 003 mS cm 0 0018 mS cm 0 001 mS cm 50 ms at 1 m s flow Straight 0 2 mS cm 0 01 mS cm 0 003 mS cm 0 001 mS cm 25 ms at 1 m s flow Straight 0 70 mS cm 0 01 mS cm 0 003 mS cm 0 001 mS cm 25 ms at 1 m s flow Mechanical Materials p Depth Rating gt Length NUM 6000m E mm 2
6. aview Avenue W Sidney B C Canada V8L 5X6 250 656 0771 Fax 250 655 3655 I L SNS GA 03351 A N A TOLERANCES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED TE MATERIAL FRACTIONS 1132 SB RENO SHEET NO HOLE SIZES 0 005 0 13 DIM S ARE IN INCHES MM SIZE B 2 of 2 0 00 0 015 0 38 0 000 0 005 0 13 SURFACE FINISH 63 319 ANGLE Sheet2
7. e will prolong the life of the sensor The following steps are recommended e Cleaning o If the sensor is dirty or oily soak it in warm water with a small amount of grease cutting soap dish soap is acceptable o Carefully clean the insides of the glass cross tubes Black Platinum electrodes should never be touched Silver Platinum electrodes may be gently brushed with a clean Q tip to remove extra residue o thoroughly with distilled water to remove any residual soap or dirt Before each use o Inspect the O ring under the blue locking sleeve of the sensor o If O ring is damaged replace it with another Type 2 116 N70D o If O ring is dry has been replaced due to damage apply a small amount of silicone grease o Ensure that the sensor is clean and undamaged o Ensure that the sensor is properly installed on the instrument e After each deployment o Clean and rinse the sensor using distilled or fresh water o Drythe sensor completely store it in a cool dry place e Yearly o Send the sensor to a service centre for diagnostics and re calibration o Install connector and sensor blanking plugs in the instrument e Long term storage preparation o Ensure the instrument has been thoroughly cleaned and dried o Remove all Xchange sensors from the instrument and dry the connectors o Lubricate the underwater connectors not Xchange mounts with silicone spray o Lubricate o rings with silicone grease o Install connector and
8. erate account statements Assess inventory availability at AML To access the Customer Portal please navigate to the Support button located on the top right of the AML Oceanographic home page select Customer Centre from the options on the drop down menu and follow the instructions provided Mailing and Shipping Address AML Oceanographic 2071 Malaview Ave Sidney BC Canada V8L 5X6 AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual Ordering Codes XCH CND RA002 C Xchange Right Angle Ultra Freshwater 0 2mS cm Range XCH CND RA070 C Xchange Right Angle Oceanographic 0 70mS cm Range XCH CND RA090 C Xchange Right Angle Oceanographic 0 90mS cm Range XCH CND ST002 C Xchange Straight Oceanographic 0 70mS cm Range XCH CND ST070 C Xchange Straight Ultra Freshwater 0 2mS cm Range AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual Warranty AML Oceanographic warrants the instrument for a period of two years from the date of delivery AML will repair or replace at its option and at no charge components which are found to be defective The warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the instruments The warranty does not apply if the instrument has been damaged by accident or misuse and is void if repairs or modifications are made by any other than authorized personnel This warranty is the only warranty given by AML No warranties implied by law including but
9. f Removing the Sensor 1 If the sensor has been used in salt water rinse it in fresh water while it remains installed on the instrument Dry the sensor before removal to protect the connector Unscrew the blue locking sleeve Lift the sensor out of the mount Ensure that the Primary Xchange mount is dry and clean using compressed air if necessary 6 Immediately install the blanking plug pictured below or a replacement sensor into the open Xchange mount OP C Xchange amp SV Xchange Blanking plug Pre Deployment Procedures e Upon Receipt 1 Refer to Receiving a Sensor in this manual to verify the condition of the equipment 2 Ensure that the installed C Xchange sensor has the correct conductivity range for the deployment If necessary swap with another calibrated C Xchange sensor with the correct range 3 Verify the sensor calibration is valid for the duration of the deployment If not swap the sensor for one with valid calibrations or send it to a service centre for recalibration e Before departure 1 Ensure the sensor is properly mounted on the instrument The blue locking sleeve should be fully threaded onto the sensor mount of the instrument sitting less than 1mm from the instrument end cap 2 Test the instrument in water to ensure the sensor is functioning properly Post Deployment Procedures 1 Rinse C Xchange thoroughly with distilled water Tap water may be used if no dist
10. illed water is immediately available 2 Ensure the sensor is clean dry and that the glass cross tubes have not been cracked before storage AML Oceanographic User Manual Compatibility with UVeXchange Biofouling Control UV Xchange is a biofouling control device that irradiates sensing surfaces with UV C light UV C radiation inhibits cell division stopping biofouling before it can start Biofouling control is critical during long term deployments with conductivity sensors As fouling accumulates inside the glass measurement tubes the volume of water being measured is reduced causing the conductivity readings to bias low UV Xchange is extremely effective at protecting C Xchange from long term biological growth It is required to preserve measurement integrity for long term in situ deployments C Xchange sensors produced after March 2014 incorporate two key updates to maximize effectiveness of UV Xchange protection Updated sensors have serial numbers greater than 503300 The updates are as follows 1 Glass cross tubes changed from borosilicate to fused quartz glass o Fused quartz is UV transparent allowing UV light to irradiate electrode and internal glass surfaces o Borosilicate glass is UV opaque which may limit the effectiveness of UV Xchange when used to protect an older C Xchange TM sensor o Fused quartz glass cross tubes are visibly thicker than borosilicate tubes
11. nsor Device Overview omnem DRAWN DRAWING REV AML NO your old ideas 2071 Malaview Avenue W Sidney B C Canada V8L 5X6 250 656 0771 Fax 250 655 3655 I L SNS GA 03351 N A TOLERANCES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DATE MATERIAL FRACTIONS 1132 SLD FILE NO SHEET NO HOLE SIZES 0 005 0 13 _ DIM S ARE IN INCHES GQ SIZE B 2 0 00 0 015 0 38 f 0 000 0 005 013 SURFACE FINISH 63 39 ANGLE Sheet of 2 THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF AML OCEANOGRAPHIC LTD ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF AML OCEANOGRAPHIC LTD IS PROHIBITED REVISION TABLE REV DESCRIPTION BY DATE A ADDED TUX AND UVX DO 25MAR2014 Tu Xchange 28 7 91 13 133 3 5 25 109 6 4 31 ENDCAP FACE LEVEL WHEN INSTALLED ON 25 8 31 02 INSTRUMENT BULKHEAD UV Xchange my n E 117 0 4 61 2500073 ENDCAP FACE LEVEL WHEN INSTALLED ON INSTRUMENT OR BULKHEAD 96 6 380 72 8 2 F 88885 2 87 ENDCAP FACE LEVEL WHEN INSTALLED ON INSTRUMENT OR BULKHEAD ML OCEANOGRAPHIC TITLE Xchange Sensor Device Overview jd IDRAWN DRAWING NO REV AML NO your old ideas 2071 Mal
12. or perform the following steps to ensure the sensor will be ready for deployment when required 1 2 Inspect the shipping container looking for signs of damage Damage to the shipping container could indicate damage to the sensor inside Inspect for damage o Check the sensor for cracks bends or other signs of damage o Check the connector for corrosion dirt and salt deposits Connect the sensor to an instrument ensuring it is installed tightly onto its mount The blue locking sleeve should be tight and sitting less than 1mm from the instrument end cap Connect the instrument to a computer using the data cable Launch SeaCast and verify that the instrument tab is displaying accurate C Xchange sensor information The sensor s serial number and last calibration date should be displayed On the View Data page within SeaCast select Monitor and allow the instrument to sample some data as shown in the following figures The sensor should read very close to 0 mS cm conductivity in air and a valid conductivity reading in water This will confirm the sensor is working AML Oceanographic C Xchange User Manual h m AML Oceanographic User Manual Returning a Sensor to the Factory f shipping for repair or recalibration obtain an RMA number from the service centre e Pack the instrument in its original shipping box to prevent damage during shipping Re
13. quest an RMA number using the contact options given in the Support section on page 13 of this manual or on our website at http Awww amloceanographic com AML Oceanographic User Manual Using the Sensor Pressure Ratings C Xchange is rated for operation to a maximum depth of 6000m However the instrument C Xchange sensor is used on will likely be depth limited by both its pressure case and other installed sensors Do not exceed the lowest of these pressure ratings Installing the Sensor C Xchange sensors attach to Xchange instruments equipped with a Primary Xchange sensor mount Primary sensor mount Secondary sensor mount Primary and secondary Xchange sensor mounts Procedure 1 Select a C Xchange sensor with a conductivity range suitable for your deployment 2 Ensure that the Primary Xchange sensor mount is clean and dry Pay close attention to the electrical connector and its pins Check the sensor s O ring for cleanliness see Inspecting and Replacing the O Ring 4 Align the sensor to the sensor mount AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual en Place the sensor into the mount 6 Rotate the sensor until it drops down into the mount enough to allow the blue locking sleeve threads to engage the mount threads 7 Screw down the blue locking sleeve until it stops The bottom of the sleeve should be 1 mm or less from the instrument end cap
14. r not the instrument to be shipped to the service centre There are two styles of C Xchange sensor Straight mount and right angle mount Correct choice of sensor orientation ensures optimum flushing of water through the conductivity cell C Xchange sensors are engraved with a unique serial number and the conductivity range of the sensor as shown in the image below Multiple measurement ranges are available Serial Number AMLOceano WS Straight mount Right angle mount AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual Where Do Start AML Oceanographic X Series instruments ship with a CD containing the following An instrument manual providing an overview on how to use and maintain the instrument A SeaCast manual providing instructions on how to use the software to configure the instrument and review instrument data Xchange sensor manuals C Xchange SV Xchange PeXchange T Xchange and TurbiditysXchange providing overviews on how to install and maintain each of the Xchange sensors If you are configuring an instrument for field use or lab testing begin with the SeaCast manual If you are performing instrument maintenance begin with the instrument manual If you are planning to swap an Xchange sensor read the Xchange manual corresponding to your sensor AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual Shipping and Receiving Receiving a Sensor When receiving a new sens
15. r can issue text commands to the instrument as well as to specific sensors on an instrument This can be done from SeaCast or any terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal There is additional command set functionality on C Xchange equipped instruments To use these commands direct communication with the C Xchange sensor must be established There two ways to accomplish direct communication with the sensor 1 On a Micro X instrument with a primary sensor mount C Xchange commands can be given directly to the instrument by typing commands into the terminal emulation program 2 On all other X Series instruments the TALK command is used to direct communications to the C Xchange sensor Use the following procedure to accomplish this Enter Talk Mode o Establish communications with the instrument o Send the DETECT command to the instrument The instrument will return a list of sensors detected on each slot of the instrument The slot number for the C Xchange sensor will always be 1 o Send the TALK 1 command to the instrument This command directs subsequent communications directly to the sensor board Exit Talk Mode o Pressthe CTRL and C keys simultaneously 13 AML Oceanographic User Manual Specific Commands of Interest DIS OPTIONS Displays the current settings for the C Xchange DIS COND CAL Displays the calibration information for the CsXch
16. sensor blanking plugs in the instrument 10 AML Oceanographic User Manual Inspecting and Replacing the O Ring C Xchange has a primary O ring seal which must be clean and lubricated Any fibres or dirt on or around the O ring and grooves may allow water into the connector risking damage to the sensor and the sensor mount To access the O ring perform the following steps Remove the sensor from the instrument There is a black or white retaining ring above the blue locking sleeve on the sensor stem Spread or stretch the retaining ring open enough to allow it to slide up the sensor stem The O ring should be slick with grease If it is dry apply silicone grease Inspect the O ring for dirt Clean and reapply grease if necessary Inspect the O ring for nicks and cracks If any are found the O ring must be replaced Use 2 116 N70D Buna Nitrile O rings Apply silicone grease to the new O ring before using it AML Oceanographic User Manual Caution Do not use a sharp instrument to remove the O ring If the O ring groove is scratched the O ring will not provide a waterproof seal The O ring can be removed easily with bare hands as shown below Pinch O ring to remove AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual Communications C Xchange Commands When using SeaCast the full instrument command set is not usually necessary However the operato
17. uling Control e 9 Note About Copper eco ets ARR nad 10 Maintaining the Sensor tiec iore i 10 Periodic Uaintenaneeee xdi sand a a UL 10 Inspecting and Replacing the O Ring seen 11 dp bunt cdit aste a e a 13 CeXcharige IM coner etos teo 13 Specific Commands of Interest essent 14 Technical Specification Sins 14 EE bhi Sa aa ea E age UN 15 one 15 Contact AML 16 Ordenng E 17 Warranty me REM 18 Technical Overview 19 AML Oceanographic User Manual General Description of the Sensor C Xchange is the oceanographic industry s only field swappable conductivity sensor These sensors can be exchanged between different Xchange instrument types as well as allowing quick easy and on site replacement of the sensor should the sensor be damaged C Xchange sensors store all pertinent manufacturing and calibration data internally This allows the sensor to be swapped between any C Xchange enabled instruments without manually updating the calibration coefficients Calibration sheets can be printed on demand by any instrument connected to AML s SeaCast software Re calibrations only require the senso
18. urce of electromagnetic interference Examples are arcing brushes on electric motors radio transmitters switching power supplies and faulty cathode ray tube monitors e Check the power supply to the sensor for noise The power supply should have less than 30mV of noise SeaCast fails to recognize the sensor e Download the latest version of SeaCast at http www amloceanographic com 15 AML Oceanographic C Xchange M User Manual Contact AML Oceanographic Service To request an RMA or technical support Email service AMLoceanographic com Phone 1 250 656 0771 Phone 1 800 663 8721 NA Fax 1 250 655 3655 Sales For all general sales inquiries Email sales AMLoceanographic com Phone 1 250 656 0771 Phone 1 800 663 8721 NA Fax 1 250 655 3655 Website http www AMLoceanographic com Customer Portal My AML Oceanographic is AML s online data centre This secure area within our website is designed to offer one easy location for interested individuals and organizations distributors customers prospects and other members of our community to manage their interactions with AML My AML Oceanographic will allow you to View and manage your assets instruments and sensors Consult instrument diagnostic summaries View and download calibration and conformity certificates View and manage your technical support cases Consult and download sales estimates sales orders and invoice copies View account balances and gen
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