Ammonium Amtax Manual

DOC026.53.
00025
AMTAX sc, AMTAX indoor sc

USER MANUAL
05/2021, Edition 9
Table of Contents
Section 1 Specifications .........................................................................................................5

Section 2 General Information ...............................................................................................9
2.1 Safety information ....................................................................................................................... 9
2.1.1 Use of hazard information .................................................................................................. 9
2.1.2 Precautionary labels .......................................................................................................... 9
2.1.3 Change instrument labels ................................................................................................ 10
2.2 Product overview ...................................................................................................................... 10
Section 3 Installation ............................................................................................................ 13
3.1 Basic installation overview ........................................................................................................ 13
3.2 Unpack the instrument .............................................................................................................. 14
3.3 Mechanical installation .............................................................................................................. 14
3.3.1 Mount the instrument ....................................................................................................... 14
3.3.1.1 Wall mount .............................................................................................................. 14
3.4 Initial instrument setup .............................................................................................................. 17
3.4.1 Open the enclosure .......................................................................................................... 17
3.4.2 Remove the shipping transport locks ............................................................................... 19
3.4.3 Installation of the collecting tray ....................................................................................... 21
3.4.4 Connect the humidity sensor ........................................................................................... 22
3.4.5 Determine the appropriate installation option .................................................................. 23
3.5 Electrical installation ................................................................................................................. 24
3.5.1 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Considerations ................................................................ 25
3.5.2 Enclosure breakouts ........................................................................................................ 25
3.5.3 Insert tubing and/or cables ............................................................................................... 26
3.5.4 Connect the Filter Probe to the analyzer ......................................................................... 26
3.5.5 Connect the optional heated drain ................................................................................... 27
3.6 Installation of reagents .............................................................................................................. 29
3.7 Gas-sensitive electrode ............................................................................................................ 32
3.7.1 Installation of the electrode and electrolyte ...................................................................... 32
3.7.1.1 Fill the electrode with electrolyte ............................................................................. 32
3.8 Supply power to the analyzer .................................................................................................... 34
3.9 Connect the data network ......................................................................................................... 35
Section 4 System Start Up .................................................................................................... 37
4.1 Initializing the instrument .......................................................................................................... 37
Section 5 Operation .............................................................................................................. 39
5.1 Sensor diagnostics menu .......................................................................................................... 39
5.2 Sensor setup menu ................................................................................................................... 39
5.2.1 System setup menu ......................................................................................................... 44
5.3 Calibration process ................................................................................................................... 44
5.4 Cleaning process ...................................................................................................................... 44
5.5 Measurement process .............................................................................................................. 45
Section 6 Maintenance ..........................................................................................................47
6.1 General maintenance ................................................................................................................ 47
6.1.1 Clean the analyzer ........................................................................................................... 47
6.1.1.1 Cleaning interval ..................................................................................................... 47
6.1.2 Replace the fan filter ........................................................................................................ 48
6.1.3 Fuse replacement ............................................................................................................ 49
6.2 Reagent replacement ................................................................................................................ 49
6.3 Routine maintenance schedule ................................................................................................. 49
6.4 Scheduled maintenance ........................................................................................................... 50
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6.5 Replace the membrane cap, electrolyte and electrode .............................................................50

6.6 Validation (Analytical quality assurance) ...................................................................................53
6.7 Shut the analyzer down .............................................................................................................55
6.7.1 Shut the analyzer down for an extended period ...............................................................55
6.8 Modify from single channel to dual channel ..............................................................................56
Section 7 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................57
7.1 Troubleshooting the controller ...................................................................................................57
7.2 Troubleshooting the analyzer ....................................................................................................57
7.2.1 LED status ........................................................................................................................57
7.2.2 Error messages ................................................................................................................57
7.2.3 Warnings ..........................................................................................................................60
7.3 Troubleshooting the Electrode ..................................................................................................62
Section 8 Replacement Parts and Accessorie ...................................................................65
8.1 Standards and reagents ............................................................................................................65
8.2 Analyzer accessories ................................................................................................................65
8.3 Mounting hardware and accessories .........................................................................................66
8.4 Replacement parts ....................................................................................................................66
Section 9 Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................73
Appendix A Plumbing and Connection Options ................................................................75
A.1 Safety information .....................................................................................................................75
A.1.1 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Considerations .................................................................75
A.2 Connect a 2-parameter option ..................................................................................................76
A.2.1 Remove the T-fitting .........................................................................................................77
A.3 Drain line considerations ...........................................................................................................77
A.4 Tubing considerations ...............................................................................................................77
A.5 Option 1 plumbing and connections ..........................................................................................78
A.6 Option 2 plumbing and cable connections ................................................................................80
A.10 Option 6 plumbing and connections ........................................................................................88
A.11 Option 7 plumbing and connections ........................................................................................90
A.12 Option 8a plumbing and connections ......................................................................................92
A.13 Option 8b plumbing and connections ......................................................................................94
A.14 Option 9a plumbing and connections ......................................................................................96
A.15 Option 9b plumbing and connections ......................................................................................98
A.16 Option 10a plumbing and connections ..................................................................................100
A.17 Option 10b plumbing and connections ..................................................................................102
A.18 Option 11a plumbing and connections ..................................................................................104
A.19 Option 11b plumbing and connections ..................................................................................106
Appendix B Fieldbus Communications ............................................................................109
B.1 Fieldbus control .......................................................................................................................109
B.2 Remote controlled measurement series .................................................................................109
B.3 External trigger contact, Control by external signal ................................................................110
B.4 Modbus register information ...................................................................................................110
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Section 1 Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
AMTAX sc: IP55

Enclosure rating
AMTAX indoor sc: IP54
Enclosure material ASA/PC UV-resistant
Measuring method GSE (Gas-Sensitive Electrode)

0.02 to 5.0 mg/L NH4–N
0.05 to 20 mg/L NH4–N
Measuring range
1 to 100 mg/L NH4–N
10 to 1000 mg/L NH4–N
0.02 mg/L NH4–N (0.02 to 5.0 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
0.05 mg/L NH4–N (0.05 to 20 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
Detection limit
1 mg/L NH4–N (1 to 100 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
10 mg/L NH4–N (10 to 1000 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
≤ 1 mg/L: 3 % + 0.02 mg/L
>1 mg/L: 5 % + 0.02 (0.02 to 5.0 mg/L NH4-N Measuring Range)
Measuring accuracy
3 % + 0.05 mg/L (0.05 to 20 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
(with standard solution)
3 % + 1.0 mg/L (1 to 100 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
4.5 % + 10 mg/L (10 to 1000 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
3 % + 0.02 mg/L NH4–N (0.02 to 5.0 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
Repeatability 2 % + 0.05 mg/L (0.05 to 20 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
(with standard solution) 2 % + 1.0 mg/L (1 to 100 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
2 % + 10 mg/L (10 to 1000 mg/L NH4–N Measuring Range)
Measuring Range: 0.02 to 5 mg/L NH4–N
0.02 to 0.2 mg/L NH4–N: 3 measurements (shortest 15 minutes)
Response time (90 %) 0.2 to 5 mg/L NH4–N: 1 measurement (5 minutes)
Measuring Ranges: 0.05 to 20 mg/L; 1 to 100 mg/L and 10 to 1000 mg/L NH4–N
< 5 minutes
Adjustable measuring interval 5 to 120 minutes
Power supply with power cable only using the sc1000 controller
Power supply
(analyzer, Filter Probe sc and drain tubing: 115 V versions or 230 V versions)
Data transmission Data transmission with data cable on the sc1000 controller
Electrical power consumption 500 VA

Via sc1000 controller
Electrical fuse protection
Maximum of 2 analysis instruments for each sc1000 controller.
Outputs Relay, current outputs, bus interface via sc1000 controller
AMTAX sc: –20 to 45 °C (–4 to 113 °F); 95 % relative humidity, non-condensing
Operating temperature
AMTAX indoor sc: 5 to 40 °C (41 to 104 °F); 95 % relative humidity, non-condensing
–20 to 60 °C (–4 to 140 °F); 95 % relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage temperature
4 to 55 °C (39 to 131 °F); 95 % relative humidity, non-condensing (electrode)
Sample temperature 4 to 40 °C (39 to 104 °F)
Sample pressure With continuous sample preparation –30 mbar to +50 mbar at overflow vessel
Sample flow Range: 1.0 L/h–20.0 L/h
Sample quality Ultra filtrated or comparable
Sample level Level of liquid in basin with filtration probe must be below analyzer
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Permissible pH value of the sample 5 to 9
Permissible hardness range <= 50 °dH 8.95 mMol/L
Permissible chlorid range <= 1000 mg/L Cl–
Dimensions (Figure 1, page 7, AMTAX sc: (W × H × D) 540 × 720 × 390 mm (21,25 × 28,35 × 15,35 in.)
Figure 2, page 8) AMTAX indoor sc: (W × H × D) 540 × 720 × 370 mm (21,25 × 28,35 × 14.5 in.)
Data and power cable lengths 2 m (80 in.) (from edge of enclosure)
AMTAX sc: Approx. 31 kg, without Filter Probe sc and without chemicals
Weight
AMTAX indoor sc: Approx. 29 kg, without Filter Probe sc and without chemicals
Certifications CE conform. Listed to UL and CSA safety standards by TUV.
Altitude 2000 m
Pollution Degree 2
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Figure 1 Instrument dimensions AMTAX sc
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[1.57 in]
850 mm
[33.15 in]
370 mm 540 mm
[14.57 in] [21.26 in]
720 mm
[28.35 in]
Figure 2 Instrument dimensions AMTAX indoor sc
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Section 2 General Information
2.1 Safety information

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.
2.1.1 Use of hazard information
DANGER
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.
Important Note: Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may
cause damage to the instrument. Information that requires special
emphasis.
Note: Information that supplements points in the main text.
2.1.2 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.
This symbol, if noted on the instrument, references the instruction manual for operation and/or safety information.
Electrical equipment marked with this symbol may not be disposed of in European public disposal systems after
12 August of 2005. In conformity with European local and national regulations (EU Directive 2002/96/EC),
European electrical equipment users must now return old or end-of life equipment to the Producer for disposal at no
charge to the user.
Note: For return for recycling, please contact the equipment producer or supplier for instructions on how to return
end-of-life equipment, producer-supplied electrical accessories and all auxiliary items for proper disposal.
This symbol, when noted on a product enclosure or barrier, indicates that a risk of electrical shock and/or
electrocution exists.
This symbol, if noted on the product, indicates the need for protective eye wear.
This symbol, when noted on the product, identifies the location of the connection for Protective Earth (ground).
This symbol, when noted on the product, identifies the location of a fuse or current limiting device.
This symbol, when noted on the product, indicated that the marked item can be hot and should not be touched
without care.
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This symbol, when noted on the product, 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, when noted on the product, indicated the presence of devices sensitive to Electro-static Discharge
(ESD) and indicated that care must be taken to prevent damage with the equipment.
When carrying or transporting the instrument/instrument components and if the total weight is more than 18 kg,
18-32 kg (39.7-70.5 lbs)
make sure that suitable lifting equipment is used and/or that the instrument/instrument components are carried by
2 people.
Danger! Do not reach into the device!
2.1.3 Change instrument labels

Several safety labels (3 in the analytical section) are applied to the
instrument. If necessary, apply the correct language label over the
existing safety labels.
2.2 Product overview

The AMTAX sc (Figure 3, Figure 4) measures the ammonium ions
present in treated aqueous solutions (waste water, process water
and surface water). The measured value is displayed in mg/L
NH4-N on the controller. The AMTAX sc must be used in
combination with the sc1000 controller. The sc1000 controller is
used to configure, power and output the measured values.
Conversion formula: NH4-N : NH4+ = 1 : 1.288
The AMTAX sc can operate using single or dual channel modes.
Operation with the Filter Probe sc is single channel only. The sc
analyzer can be converted from a single channel operation to dual
channel operation. Contact the manufacturer for more information.
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Dual channel operation is only possible with continuous sample

preparation, e.g. FILTRAX or Ultrafiltration. Sample preparation and
filtration must be provided before installing the analysis instrument.
Figure 3 AMTAX sc enclosure

1 LED for operating state. Refer to 2 Door lock 3 Rating plate with model number,
Table 9, page 57 for more serial number, voltage and
information. frequency information and power
consumption information
Figure 4 AMTAX indoor sc enclosure

1 LED for operating state. Refer to 2 Door lock 3 Rating plate with model number,
Table 9, page 57 for more serial number, voltage and
information. frequency information and power
consumption information
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Section 3 Installation
DANGER
Only qualified personnel should conduct the tasks described
in this section of the manual.
CAUTION
The enclosure may tip forwards if it has not been fixed in
place. Only open the enclosure if the enclosure is properly
mounted.
DANGER
Potential danger in the event of contact with
chemical/biological materials. Handling chemical samples,
standards and reagents can be dangerous. Familiarize
yourself with the necessary safety procedures and the correct
handling of the chemicals before the work and read and follow
all relevant safety data sheets.
Normal operation of this instrument may involve the use of
hazardous chemicals or biologically harmful samples.
• Observe all cautionary information printed on the original
solution containers and safety data sheet prior to their
use.
• Dispose of all consumed solutions in accordance with
national regulations and laws.
• Select the type of protective equipment suitable to the
concentration and quantity of the dangerous material at
the respective work place.
3.1 Basic installation overview

1. Unpack the instrument (section 3.2).
2. Mount the instrument (section 3.3, page 14).
3. Remove any transport locks (section 3.4.2, page 19).
4. Install the collecting tray and the humidity sensor (section 3.4.3,
page 21 and section 3.4.4, page 22).
5. Determine the appropriate installation option (section 3.4.5,
page 23).
6. Mount the Filter Probe sc or Filtrax, if necessary. Refer to the
appropriate manual for more information.
7. Connect the Filter Probe sc or Filtrax to the AMTAX sc, if
necessary. Refer to section 3.5.3, page 26 for the Filter Probe
sc. Refer to the Filtrax manual for more information.
8. Connect the Drain Heating Connection, if necessary.
9. Make all plumbing connections (Appendix A Plumbing and
Connection Options, page 75).
10. Install the reagents and prepare the Electrode and Electrolyte
(section 3.6, page 29 and section 3.7.1, page 32).
11. Connect the AMTAX sc to the sc1000 controller to supply
power to the system (section 3.8, page 34).
12. Connect the data network (section 3.9, page 35).
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3.2 Unpack the instrument

CAUTION
Pay attention to the weight (approximately 31 kg) of the
instrument. Do not try to carry the instrument without
assistance. Use only suitable lifting tackle for transport.
Open the shipping container while it is on its end and then slide the
analyzer out of the cardboard. The items supplied will vary
depending on the order. Standard items supplied for a minimal
configuration include:
• AMTAX sc and user manual
• Collecting tray
• Initial set of reagent and cleaning solutions
2 standard solutions and electrolyte / membrane caps
• Fastening bracket and angle bracket
• Accessories for tubing and flow-through variant
• Plug set
3.3 Mechanical installation

Select a suitable place to install the instrument. Plan the
mechanical installation before positioning posts or drilling holes.
Refer to Figure 1, page 7, Figure 2, page 8 for instrument
dimensions.
Make sure that the fastening has sufficient load bearing capacity
(approximately 160 kg). The wall plugs must be selected and
approved to suit the properties of the wall.
Plan cable and tubing routes to avoid sharp bends and tripping
hazards.
When connecting two analyzers (e. g. for measuring two
parameters with a FILTRAX or Ultrafiltration), plan where the
instruments are to be installed and consider the length of the
heated drain tubing (2 m).
3.3.1 Mount the instrument

The AMTAX sc can be mounted in three different ways:
• Wall Mount (section 3.3.1.1),
• Rail Mount; refer to the instruction sheet supplied with the
Rail Mounting Hardware.
• Stand Mount; refer to the instruction sheet supplied with the
Rail Mounting Hardware.
3.3.1.1 Wall mount

Refer to Figure 5, Figure 6 and following instructions to mount the
analyzer to a wall.
1. Align and install the fastening bracket to the wall.
2. Attach the angle bracket to the instrument using the

supplied screws.
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3. Slide the bottom of the enclosure onto the fastening bracket.
4. Attach the enclosure to the fastening bracket.
5. Attach the angle bracket on the enclosure to the wall.
Figure 5 Bracket dimensions for wall mounting
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Figure 6 Wall mounting the analyzer

1 Socket head cap screw, M5 X 8 (2X) 4 Screw, customer supplied
2 Washer, M5 (4X) 5 Socket head cap screw, M5 X 40 (2X)
3 Angle bracket 6 Fastening bracket
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3.4 Initial instrument setup

3.4.1 Open the enclosure
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, make sure that no water
can enter the enclosure or come into contact with circuit
boards.
CAUTION
mounted.
1. Unlock the instrument (item 4, Figure 7, item 3, Figure 8).
2. Open the side latches and release the door catch.
3. Open the door and secure the door using the hook or
completely remove the door.
Figure 7 Open the enclosure AMTAX sc

1 Latches 3 Pocket for user manual
2 Door hook 4 Lock with key
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Figure 8 Open the enclosure AMTAX indoor sc

1 Latches 3 Lock with key
2 Door hook
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3.4.2 Remove the shipping transport locks

Prior to system start-up, the shipping transport locks must be
removed from the sc analyzer.
CAUTION
mounted.
Important note: The electrode insulation for the measuring unit is
NOT a transport lock. Do NOT remove the cover on the measuring
unit.
1. Open the enclosure door and secure with the door hook.
2. Remove the transport lock on the analyzer panel (Figure 9).
Note: If the instrument is operated with a Filter Probe sc, it is equipped
with an internal compressor.
3. Remove the cable tie and pull out the compressor transport
lock to the left (Figure 10).
Note: Keep the transport locks for transporting and storage.
Figure 9 Remove the analyzer panel transport locks

1 Transport lock
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Figure 10 Compressor transport lock removal1

1 Compressor transport lock 4 Protective cover for compressor
2 Cable tie 5 Fan locking screw
3 Compressor 6 Fan
1 The compressor, compressor transport lock and cable tie only apply to sc analyzers that operate using the Filter Probe sc.
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3.4.3 Installation of the collecting tray

CAUTION
mounted.
2. Slide the collecting tray into the bottom of the enclosure
(Figure 11).
Figure 11 Installation of the collecting tray

1 Collecting tray
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3.4.4 Connect the humidity sensor

CAUTION
mounted.
1. Remove power from the instrument.
3. Connect the humidity sensor wires to the terminal screws on
the collecting tray (Figure 12).
Figure 12 Connect the humidity sensor

1 Collecting tray 2 Humidity sensor connections
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3.4.5 Determine the appropriate installation option

Before connecting tubing or cables, determine the option number
that corresponds the system configuration. Refer to Table 1. Based
on the option number, determine the sealing plug that will be used
to seal the enclosure openings, refer Table 2.
When the option number is determined, refer to Appendix A
Plumbing and Connection Options, page 75 for installation
information.
Table 1 System configuration options
Sample Option
Number of Number of
Location Filtration Drain lines Refer to the following section
analyzers parameter1 #
(Ch1, Ch2) for more information:
Filter Probe sc Any 1 1 1 1 A.5, page 78
Filter Probe sc Heated 1 1 1 2 A.6, page 80
FILTRAX Heated 1 1 1 3 A.7, page 82
OUTDOOR
FILTRAX 2 heated 2 1 2 4 A.8, page 84
2 FILTRAX Heated 1 2 1 5 A.9, page 86
2 FILTRAX 2 heated 2 2 2 6 A.10, page 88
Filter Probe sc Unheated 1 1 1 7 A.11, page 90
1 1 1 8a A.12, page 92
FILTRAX Unheated
2 1 2 8b A.13, page 94
1 2 1 9a A.14, page 96
2 FILTRAX Unheated
INDOOR 2 2 2 9b A.15, page 98
Continuous 1 1 1 10 a A.16, page 100
Unheated
sample feed 2 2 2 10 b A.17, page 102
2 continuous 1 2 1 11 a A.18, page 104
Unheated
sample feeds 2 2 2 11 b A.19, page 106
1 For 2-parameter options, refer to Connect a 2-parameter option, page 76.

Table 2 Sealing plug types
Analysis instrument 1 Analysis instrument 2
Option
Opening 1 Opening 2 Opening 3 Opening 1 Opening 2 Opening 3
1 Plug 2 Plug 3 Plug 3 — — —
4 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 3 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 3
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Figure 13 Sealing plug types

1 Sealing plug type 1
3.5 Electrical installation

DANGER
High voltage wiring connections are present under the
protective cover. The protective cover must remain in place
unless a qualified installation technician is installing wiring for
the Filter Probe sc or the heated drain.
See Figure 14 for protective cover removal.
Figure 14 Remove the protective covers

1 Protective cover for AC mains circuits (Back view)
2 Protective cover for main PCB
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3.5.1 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Considerations

Important Note: To minimize hazards and ESD risks, maintenance
procedures not requiring power to the analyzer should be
performed with power removed.
Delicate internal electronic components can be damaged by static

electricity, resulting in degraded instrument performance or
eventual failure.
The manufacturer recommends taking the following steps to
prevent ESD damage to the instrument:
• Before touching any instrument electronic components (such
as printed circuit cards and the components on them)
discharge static electricity. This can be accomplished by
touching an earth-grounded metal surface such as the chassis
of an instrument or pipe or a metal conduit.
• To reduce static build-up, avoid excessive movement.
Transport static-sensitive components in anti-static containers
or packaging.
• To discharge static electricity and keep it discharged, wear a
wrist strap connected by a wire to earth ground.
• Handle all static-sensitive components in a static-safe area. If
possible, use anti-static floor pads and work bench pads.
3.5.2 Enclosure breakouts

There are four main enclosure openings to insert tubing and cables
(Figure 15).
Figure 15 Enclosure breakouts

1 Sample feed or refer to 2 Refer to Table 1, 3 Refer to Table 1, 4 Power and data cables
Table 1, page 23 for page 23 for tubing page 23 for tubing
tubing options. options. options.
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3.5.3 Insert tubing and/or cables
1 Guide the tubing or cables through 2 Push the plug from the top onto the 3 Pull down the plug with the tubing
the enclosure openings tubing or onto the cable. or the cables. Seal any unused
(Figure 15). entry with Plug #3.
3.5.4 Connect the Filter Probe to the analyzer

CAUTION
mounted.
DANGER
Disconnect power from the sc analyzer at the sc1000 before
removing the protective covers in the analyzer.
Important Note: Make sure that for the use of a filter probe, the
level of the water in which the filtration probe is submersed, is
below the level of the analyzer.
2. Open the analyzer panel.
3. Remove the two screws from the protective cover and remove
the cover (item 1, Figure 14, page 24).
4. Connect the earth ground (green/yellow) wire (item 9,
Figure 16, page 28) from the Filter Probe sc to the ground
terminal (item 5, Figure 16, page 28).
5. Connect the power connector to the appropriate terminal
connection (items 4 and 11, Figure 16, page 28).
6. Remove the three screws securing the bottom panel cover.
(item 2, Figure 14, page 24). Remove the panel.
7. Connect the data connector (item 10, Figure 16, page 28) to
the main board (item 12, Figure 16, page 28).
8. Install all covers and panels.
9. Connect the white air tubing (item 8, Figure 16, page 28) from
the Filter Probe sc to the air tubing connection on the analyzer
(Figure 16, page 28).
10. For sample and drain line connections refer to A.4, page 77.
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3.5.5 Connect the optional heated drain

CAUTION
mounted.
DANGER
Disconnect power from the sc analyzer at the sc1000 before
removing the protective covers in the analyzer.
Refer to Figure 16 and the following procedure to connect the
heated drain.
1. Open the enclosure door and secure if necessary.
2. Open the analyzer panel.
3. Remove the protective cover (Figure 14, page 24).
4. Connect the earth ground wire (green/yellow) to the ground
wire terminal strip.
5. Connect the cables for the heated drain (item 6, Figure 16,
page 28) to the terminal block (item 3, Figure 16, page 28).
6. Connect the drain tube as described in the appropriate Option
Configuration, refer to section A.5, page 78 for more
information.
7. Place the drain tube to the appropriate drain or basin.
8. Install all covers and panels.
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Figure 16 Connect the Filter Probe sc and optional heated drain

1 Bottom panel cover 8 Filter Probe sc air tube (white)
2 Protective cover 9 Filter Probe sc ground wire
3 Heated drain (optional) power connector 10 Filter Probe sc data cable connector
4 Filter Probe sc power connector 11 Filter Probe sc power cable connector
5 Ground wire terminal strip 12 Filter Probe sc data connector
6 Heated drain power cable connector 13 Remote control input (15–30 V DC) (Refer to
7 Heated drain ground wire section B.3 , page 110)
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3.6 Installation of reagents

DANGER
use.
CAUTION
Avoid unnecessary contact with sample flows of unknown
concentration. This can produce hazards due to trace
chemicals, radiation or biological effects.
CAUTION
mounted.
Important Note: Always lay the drain tubing so that there is a
continuous fall (minimum 3°), the outlet is clear (not pressurized)
and the drain tubing is not longer than 2 meters. For more
information refer to Appendix A, page 75.
Important Note: Incorrect use of the reagents can damage the
instrument. Carefully read the labels on the containers to make
sure that there are no mistakes.
The reagents and chemicals supplied are ready to use. The

reagents need to be placed in the analysis instrument and tubings
connected. Refer to Table 3 to determine the correct standards.
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Table 3 Reagents and measuring ranges

Measuring range 1 Measuring range 2 Measuring range 3 Measuring range 4
Lid color
Reagent 0.02–5 mg/L 0.05–20 mg/L 1–100 mg/L 10–1000 mg/L
EU US EU US EU US EU US EU US
CAL 1:
Standard 1 transparent 28941-54 28943-54 28258-54
BCF1148 25146-54 BCF1010 BCF1020 BCF1012
(1 mg/L) (10 mg/L) (50 mg/L)
(low)
CAL 2:
28943-54 58958-54 28259-54
Standard 2 light blue gray BCF1149 25147-54 BCF1011 BCF1021 BCF1013
(10 mg/L) (50 mg/L) (500 mg/L)
(high)
Reagent orange BCF1009 28944-52 BCF1009 28944-52 BCF1009 28944-52 BCF1009 28944-52
Cleaning
gray LCW867 28942-46 LCW867 28942-46 LCW867 28942-46 LCW867 28942-46
solution
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1. Place the reagent containers in the instrument (Figure 17).

2. Insert the tubing in the reagent containers.
3. Screw the reagents to the supplied caps.
Figure 17 Chemicals and reagents in the AMTAX sc (Refer to Table 3, page 30 for more information)
1 Electrolyte solution replacement bottles 7 Sample line
2 Electrode assembly 8 Reagent
3 Fastener for membrane cap 9 Standard solution: High standard
4 Electrode panel connector 10 Standard solution: Low standard
5 Connection to cuvette 11 Cleaning solution
6 Drain
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3.7 Gas-sensitive electrode

Important Note: Before using the AMTAX sc for the first time, the
electrode has to be filled with the supplied electrolyte, see
section 3.7.1.1.
The ammonium in the sample is converted into (dissolved)

ammonia gas by adding sodium hydroxide solution. This dissolved
ammonia gas content will be converted into a measurable pH shift
in the electrode.
3.7.1 Installation of the electrode and electrolyte

The electrode body and the glass electrode are sold as a unit
(Refer to section 8.4, page 66). Use the electrode only in the
supplied enclosure. To prevent inaccurate readings or instrument
malfunction, do not use a different enclosure than that supplied by
the manufacturer.
3.7.1.1 Fill the electrode with electrolyte

CAUTION
Review all SDS/MSDS information and use recommended
safety measures to prevent exposure to potential chemical
hazards.
Important Note: Never lubricate the membrane cap or the
electrode with grease, silicone oil or Vaseline. This will cause
damage to the Teflon membrane which will cause poor
performance.
Pre-requisites:
• The items required to fill the electrode are located in the bag
attached to the base of the enclosure.
• Before the electrolyte can be added to the electrode, open the
instrument enclosure and disconnect the electrode cable from
the analyzer panel.
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To fill the electrode with electrolyte:

Note: Use the electrolyte kit (see section 8.1, page 65) which contains a
bottle with the correct amount of electrolyte.
1 Pull the electrode plug. 2 Carefully pull the 3 Secure the electrode in 4 Remove the cap from
Carefully slide the electrode straight out of the fastening clamp on the electrolyte and fill
electrode key (refer to the electrode body. the front of the panel. Be the body with an entire
section 8.2, page 65) Do not touch the careful not to touch the bottle of electrolyte
under the electrode electrode with fingers. membrane. (11 mL). Gently tap the
assembly and pull to side of the body to
remove. Do not apply remove any air bubbles.
excessive pressure.
Note: To prevent inaccurate
results, the electrolyte
volume should be between
4 mL and 11 mL. during
operation.
5 Carefully insert the 6 Tighten the sealing cap. 7 Slide the electrode back 8 Place the bottles of
electrode into the body, into the cell, towards the electrolyte into the
making sure the resistance of the o-ring brackets on the analyzer
electrode tip is not bent. of the measuring panel.
chamber, until it snaps Close the enclosure
into place and reconnect door.
the electrode cable to
Note: The electrode is
the panel.
temperature sensitive. Keep
the enclosure door closed
during calibration and
measurements. Otherwise,
fluctuations in temperature
may cause measurement
errors.
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Figure 18 Electrode assembly

1 Electrode assembly 3 Sealing cap 5 Electrode body
2 Connector 4 Electrode 6 Membrane cap
3.8 Supply power to the analyzer

DANGER
Only connect the AMTAX sc to the sc1000 power supply
when the instrument is completely wired internally and it is
correctly earthed.
DANGER
Always connect a ground fault interrupt circuit (GFIC) or a
residual current circuit breaker (trigger current maximum at
30 mA) between the main power supply and the sc1000.
DANGER
Do not use the controller power sockets as general
mains sockets. They are only designed to provide power
for the analyzers.
Important Note: In addition to supplying power, the power plug

also serves to isolate the device quickly from the mains where
necessary.
Therefore make sure that the sockets to which the device is
connected are easy to reach by each user at all times.
Important Note: Unless the sc1000 that connects to the AMTAX sc

analyzer is already fitted with ac mains overvoltage (surge)
protection device, surge protection must be provided between the
mains connection of the sc1000 and the AMTAX sc analyzer if it is
demanded by the local regulation.
Only supply power to the instrument after all plumbing connections,

reagent installations and system start-up procedures have been
completed.
sc1000 power sockets can only be connected if a wide range
115/230 V power supply is built into the sc1000 controller. This
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Installation
does not work with 24 V versions of the sc1000 because it does not
provide the appropriate connectors for the analyzers.
Refer to the sc1000 manual for more information on
connecting power.
Please note the input voltage of the device. The device is available
in two non-adjustable voltage variants (115 V or 230 V).
The output voltage supplied by the controller at the outlets
corresponds to the mains voltage that is customary in the country in
question and to which the controller is connected.
A device designed for 115 V must not be connected to a controller
with a higher mains voltage.
1. Remove the power socket from the sc controller.
2. Connect the plug from the AMTAX sc to the power socket on
the sc controller.
Figure 19 Connect the AMTAX sc to the sc1000 power supply

1 Data connector
2 Power connectors
3.9 Connect the data network

Refer to the sc1000 controller user manual for more information on
connecting the data network (item 1, Figure 19).
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Section 4 System Start Up
4.1 Initializing the instrument

Important note: The instrument only can work correctly if it is at
operating temperature. Let the instrument warm up for a minimum
of an hour so the inside of the enclosure, chemicals and electrode
are at operating temperature.
1. Make sure the AMTAX sc is registered in the sc1000 system. If

necessary, initiate the controller to search for the analyzer.
Refer to the sc1000 user manual for more information.
When the analyzer is switched on for the first time, a menu for
the correct measurement range opens automatically.
Important Note: Use the correct standard solutions for the
selected range (Table 3, page 30).
2. Configure the analyzer in the SENSOR SETUP menu and note

the settings. Refer to section 5.2, page 39 for more information.
The factory settings (default setting) are appropriate for most
typical applications.
3. From SENSOR SETUP, select
AMTAX sc>MAINTENANCE>TEST/MAIN.
4. Select the PREPUMP ALL function and confirm.
5. Wait until the analyzer returns to the service state (displayed in
TEST/MAIN.>PROCESS) after the prepumping sequence is
completed.
6. Select REPLACE ELECTRO. from the maintenance menu to
activate the electrode and to start the calibration.
7. Confirm all menu points. The date for the electrode
maintenance counter will be updated automatically. The
instrument warms up the electrode and calibrate two times.
Then the analyzer starts the standard operation.
Important Note: After inserting a new electrode or restarting the
instrument, the values for the standard calibration change greatly,
but after approximately two days the mV-values for the standards
should increase slight with the evaporation of the elctrolyte. The
slope remains constant while both standard values increase
parallel.
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Section 5 Operation
The AMTAX sc can only be operated with an sc1000 controller. For
further information, see the sc1000 User Manual.
An LED on the door indicates the current operating state. Refer to
the sc1000 User Manual and section 7.2.1, page 57.
Instrument, chemicals and electrode are temperature-sensitive. To
prevent incorrect measurements, only operate the instrument with
the door closed.
5.1 Sensor diagnostics menu

SELECT AMTAX sc (if more than one sensor or analyzer is attached)
AMTAX sc
ERROR LIST Displays all errors currently present in the sensor
WARNING LIST Displays all warnings currently present in the sensor
5.2 Sensor setup menu

SELECT AMTAX sc (if more than one sensor or analyzer is attached)
CALIBRATION (see 5.3, page 44)
CORR. FACTOR Displays the correction factor
LOCATION 1 Displays location1 which is adjusted in the CONFIGURE menu
GAIN CORR Adjusts the correction factor for channel 1
LOCATION2 Available with the 2-channel version.
GAIN CORR Available with the 2-channel version.
CALIBRATE Triggers an automatic calibration, then measuring mode
CAL.-CLEAN Triggers an automatic calibration with subsequent automatic cleaning, then measuring mode.
SETTINGS
Value that is output during a calibration and the following discarded values.
SET OUTMODE
HOLD = last measured value, SET TRANSFER = value to be entered.
AUTOCAL
SET INTERVAL Time interval between two calibrations
Start time for the calibration (In case of more than one calibration per day: Enter start time for
START
the first calibration.)
DISCHARGE Number of measured values that are discarded after a calibration.
SEL ADJ METHOD Select the calibration method
Default calibration method for software version ≥ 1.60 (For best accuracy with lowest
ADVANCED
measuring values.)
Calibration method for software version < 1.60 is available for compatiblility reasons (Not
CONVENTIONAL
selectable in the measuring range 0.02–5 mg/L.).
DEFAULT SETUP Resets to factory default settings.
CONFIGURE
LOCATION 1 Settings for location 1
EDIT NAME Enter the name for the measuring location as required.
SET PARAMETER Select output: ammonium or ammonium nitrogen
SELECT UNITS Select output: mg/L or ppm
Number of measurements in succession ( = measurements on channel 1 +
QUANTITY CH 1
DISCHARGE VAL 1 channel 1). Available with the 2-channel version.
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5.2 Sensor setup menu (continued)

CONFIGURE (continued)
Number of discarded values after switching from channel 1 to channel 2. Available with the
DISCHARGE VAL 1
2-channel version.
LOCATION 2 Settings for location 2
EDIT NAME Enter the name for the measuring location as required. Available with the 2-channel version.
SET PARAMETER Select output: ammonium or ammonium nitrogen. Available with the 2-channel version.
SELECT UNITS Select output: mg/L or ppm. Available with the 2-channel version.
Number of measurements in succession ( = measurements on channel 2 +
QUANTITY CH 2
DISCHARGE VAL 2 channel 2). Available with the 2-channel version.
Number of discarded values after switching from channel 2 to channel 1. Available with the
DISCHARGE VAL 2
2-channel version.
MEASURING
Enter measurement interval (Time interval between two measurements). ATTENTION with
SET INTERVAL filtration probe and 5 min operation: increased pump speed in the filtration probe, annual
filtration probe maintenance is necessary.
START BY BUS:
YES/NO; option whether the instrument is measuring continuously or measurements are
START BY BUS: triggered by field-bus. "Fieldbus" must be activated under "TEST/MAINT". Instrument will
switch to 5 min interval when activated.
NUMBER OF MEAS.: Number of measurements after a bus activation.
DISCHARGE: Number of discharged values that precede the measurements.
AVERAGE: Number of measurements that are averaged. (Affects only the bus triggered measurements)
CLEANING
SET INTERVAL Number of hours between the cleanings
Start time for the cleaning (In case of more than one cleaning per day: Enter start time for the
START
first cleaning.)
DISCHARGE Number of measured values that are discarded after a cleaning operation.
Value that is output during a cleaning operation and the following discarded values.
SET OUTMODE
HOLD = last measured value, SET TRANSFER = value to be entered.
Temperature for cuvette and electrode
Recommended: Select 45 °C at air temperature: up to 35 °C, 50 °C at air temperature: up to
CUVETTE TEMP.
40 °C, 55 °C at air temperature: up to 45 °C, at 55 °C reduced accuracy and shortened
electrode service life may occur.
TUBE HEATING
Probe tube heating switches on at the start of the selected month when using the Filter
ON
Probe sc.
Probe tube heating switches off at the end of the selected month when using the Filter
OFF
Probe sc.
REAG. WARNING
On/Off
REAG. WARNING
When On is selected: determines the warning output if the reagent levels are low
WARNING Determines the level below which the reagent must drop to trigger the warning.
STAT. MODUL.WAR.
Warning is released: when a filter probe is installed and the status of filtration modules fall
40 %, 30 %, 15 %
below level
STATUS MODUL.ERR
An error is generated: when a filter probe is installed and the status of filtration modules fall
14 %,10 %,8 %, OFF below level. When switched to OFF, a deactivated sample detection will be switched to
"warning".
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CONFIGURE (continued)
SAMPLE DETECTION
Determines instruments reaction when amount of available sample is too low. When
OFF/WARNING/ERROR instrument is in filter probe mode, deactivating the sample detection will switch a deactivated
"STATUS MODUL.ERR" to 14 %
EXHAUST CONTROL
ON/OFF Determines instrument reaction when drain is blocked
ELECTROLYTE
Determines whether a warning is initiated when electrolyte level is low/ last change of
WARNING/OFF
membrane is more than 90 days ago.
FALSE ELEC DATA
Determines whether an error is initiated when the mV-Zero value of the electrode is not within
ERROR/OFF
a certain range (see list of errors)
DEFAULT SETUP Resets factor and settings to factory settings.
LAST CHANGE Indication of the last change of a setting in the configuration menu.
MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION
LOCATION 1 Indication of measuring location 1
LOCATION 2 Indication of measuring location 2 on two-channel version
TYPE Indication of instrument type
SENSOR NAME Indication of instrument name
SERIAL NUMBER Indication of serial number
RANGE Indication of measuring range
OPTION Indication of instrument option (filtration probe/1-channel/2-channel)
SOFTWARE PROBE Filtration probe software
SOFTW. AMTAX Instrument software
LOADER Detailed information on the software in the instrument
APPL Detailed information on the software in the instrument
STRUCTURE Detailed information on the software in the instrument
FIRMWARE Detailed information on the software in the instrument
CONTENT Detailed information on the software in the instrument
LANGUAGE List of languages that are supported by the installed language package.
CALIB. DATA
LOCATION1 Indication of measuring location 1
GAIN CORR Indicates the correction factor set for correcting the measured values at measuring location 1.
DATE Indicates the date of the last change to the correction factor.
LOCATION2 Available with the 2-channel version.
GAIN CORR Indicates the correction factor set for correcting the measured values at measuring location 2.
DATE Indicates the date of the last change to the correction factor.
mV ZERO Electrode signal at the zero point
mV STANDARD 1 Electrode signal with standard 1
mV STANDARD 2 Electrode signal with standard 2
mV SLOPE Electrode signal change per decade
LAST CALIBRAT. Time of the last calibration
mV ACTIVE Current electrode potential
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MAINTENANCE (continued)
PROCESS Information what instrument is currently doing (measurement, calibration etc.)
REMAINING TIME Remaining time for current process, counting down to zero
LIST OF VALUES List of the last 10 measured values
MAINT. COUNTER Counter for reagent and consumables
OPERATING HOURS Indicates the instrument's operating hours.
REAGENT Displays the current level of the reagent.
CLEANING SOL. Displays the current level of the cleaning solution.
STANDARD SOL. Displays the current level of the standard.
REPLACE ELECTRO. Date of the last electrode change
CHANGE MEMBRAN Last electrode membrane and electrolyte change.
AIR FILTER PADS Days left until the next air filter change/clean.
PISTON PUMP Days left until the next pump piston and cylinder replacement (AMTAX piston pump)
REAGENT PUMP Number of pump strokes performed by the reagent metering pump
CLEANING PUMP Number of pump strokes performed by the cleaning metering pump
STATUS MODULES Only if filtration probe is registered: indicates the state of the modules.
CLEANING MODULS Only if filtration probe is registered: last filter module cleaning.
NEW MODULES Only if filtration probe is registered: last filter module replacement.
Only if filtration probe is registered: date of the last pump membrane replacement (filtration
PUMP MEMBRANE
probe sample pump).
COMPRESSOR Only if filtration probe is registered: days left until the replacement of the air compressor.
counts down from 90 days. Negative values indicate that electrolyte change is overdue. Reset
ELECTROLYTE
by "CHANGE MEMBRANE" or "CHANGE ELECTRODE" process
TEST/MAINT Maintenance processes
SIGNALS
PROCESS Indication of what the instrument is doing.
REMAINING TIME Indication of the time left for the currently ongoing process
mV ACTIVE Current electrode potential (For electrode data ranges refer to Table 10, page 62).
CUVETTE TEMP. Current measuring cell temperature
ENCLOSURE TEMP Current temperature in the instrument
COOLING Current speed of the enclosure fan in %
HEATING Current enclosure heating power
PRESSURE ANALY Current pressure in the metering system of the valve block in mbar
HUMIDITY ANALY Indication of whether there is liquid in the collecting tray
STATUS MODULES Only if filtration probe is registered: shows status of filtration modules (0–100 %)
Only if filtration probe is registered :shows the averaged minimum pressure at the filter
PRESSURE P. MIN
modules
PRESSURE PROBE Only if filtration probe is registered: shows the actual minimum pressure at the filter modules
PROBE HEATING Only if filtration probe is registered: indication of switching state of sample tubing heating
Only if filtration probe is registered: indication of whether there is moisture in the probe
HUMIDITY PROBE
enclosure
DRAIN HEATING only in 1 or 2 channel mode: shows status of drain heating
PROCESS Indication of what the instrument is doing.
REMAINING TIME Indication of the time left for the currently ongoing process
Instrument can be adjusted to service mode (system free of liquids, thermal management and
SERVICE MODE
compressor for filter probe (if installed) active
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MAINTENANCE (continued)
Value that is output in the service state. HOLD = last measured value,
SET OUTMODE
SET TRANSFER = Transfer value that is programmed on SC controller
START Leave service mode, start measurement
REAGENT Resets the maintenance counter after reagent change
CLEANING SOLU. Resets the maintenance counter after changing the cleaning solution.
STANDARD SOL. Resets the maintenance counter after changing the standards.
AIR FILTER PADS Menu-based process for changing the air filter pads, resetting the maintenance counter
Menu-based process for membrane-cap change of the electrode, sets new date in the
CHANGE MEMBRAN
maintenance counter and resets electrolyte counter
REPLACE ELECTRODE Menu-based process for electrode change, sets new date in the maintenance counter
Days left until the next pump piston and cylinder replacement (AMTAX piston pump), reset
PISTON PUMP
after replacement of the pump
Number of pump strokes performed by the reagent metering pump, reset after replacement of
REAGENT PUMP
the pump
Number of pump strokes performed by the cleaning metering pump, reset after replacement
CLEANING PUMP
of the pump
PREPUMPING
PREPUMP ALL All liquids are pre-pumped in succession.
PREPUMP REAG. The reagent is pre-pumped.
PREPUMP CLEAN. The cleaning solution is pre-pumped.
PREPUMP
The standards are pre-pumped.
STANDARD
PREPUMPING Only if filtration probe is registered: The filtration probe and modules are bled and
PROBE pre-pumped.
PREPUMP SAMPLE Only if filtration probe is registered: sample is pumped from the filtration probe for 1 minute
Menu-based process for cleaning the filter modules, automatically resetting the maintenance
MODULE CLEAN.
counter. With filtration probe.
NEW MODULES Only if filtration probe is registered: last filter module replacement.
Only if filtration probe is registered: shows the days left until the next change of pump
PUMP MEMBRANE
membrane (Filter Probe sc sample pump), Rest of the counter.
Only if filtration probe is registered: days left until the replacement of the air compressor.
COMPRESSOR
Reset of the counter.
CLEANING Trigger an automatic cleaning, then start measurement
Pumps all liquids in succession. Put all tubings that go to reagents, standards and cleaning
FLUSHING
solutions into deionised water and start FLUSHING prior to taking instrument out of operation
RESET ERROR Reset all error messages
Software changes to another measuring range: ATTENTION, the appropriate standards must
CHANGE RANGE
be used!
UPDATE PROBE Enables the filtration probe software to be updated.
Elec. Type Change Not used at the moment
ENABLED/DISABLED: Enable external control of instrument by Fieldbus. NOTE: When
FIELDBUS
instrument is put into SERVICE MODE by menu, the Fieldbus control is temporarily disabled.
Sets the instrument to filter-probe/ 1channel/ 2channel mode. Switching the options needs
OPTION
modification of hardware!
Menu based process to measure external samples. When "Modification required" is
displayed: Disconnect sample tubing from overflow vessel, plug overflow vessel and put
VALIDATION
sample tubing into external sample. After process: Unplug overflow vessel and reconnect
sample tube.
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5.2.1 System setup menu

For more information on System Setup (current outputs, relays and
network interfaces), refer to the sc1000 user manual.
5.3 Calibration process

Note: Make sure that all solutions are available to avoid incorrect
measurements.
1. To start an automatically calibration select

CALIBRATION>CALIBRATE>AUTOCAL>SET INTERVAL.
OR
1. To start a calibration manually select

CALIBRATION>CALIBRATE.
Note: Press START to confirm and start the calibration process.
After the next measurement and the 5 minutes waiting time, the
calibration will automatically start and proceed with all
necessary standards.
Depending on the number of standards requiring calibration, a

cycle may take up to 40 minutes. After a successful calibration, the
instrument automatically returns to the measurements.
Note: When the instrument detects and displays a warning, the
measurement process will continue. Refer to section 7.2.3, page 60 to
troubleshoot the warning.
Note: When the instrument detects and displays an error, the instrument
stops measuring. Refer to section 7.2.2, page 57 to troubleshoot the error.
5.4 Cleaning process

For information about the cleaning interval refer to Table 4,
page 47.
Note: Make sure that the cleaning solution is available that the instrument
can work properly.
1. To configure an automatical cleaning interval select

CONFIGURE>CLEANING>SET INTERVAL.
OR
1. To start a manual cleaning cycle select

MAINTENANCE>CLEANING.
Note: Press START to confirm and start the cleaning process.
A cleaning cycle may take up to 10 minutes and then the

instrument returns automatically to the measuring mode.
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5.5 Measurement process

Note: Make sure that all solutions are available to avoid incorrect
measurements.
After start up, the instrument needs to warm up to automatically

initalize the measurment process. This process takes
approximately 15 minutes when the instrument temperature is
>15 °C (>59 °F).
Note: Lower instrument temperatures prolong the warming-up phase.
Note: From the service mode press START to confirm the inquiry to start
the measurement.
Note: The instrument calibrates before starting the measurment when the
last calibration is at least one day old.
An optimal measurement cycle may take 5 minutes.
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Section 6 Maintenance
DANGER
Only qualified personnel should conduct the tasks described
in this section of the manual.
DANGER
use.
6.1 General maintenance

• Regularly check the entire system for mechanical damage.
• Regularly check all connections for leaks and corrosion.
• Regularly check all cables for mechanical damage.
6.1.1 Clean the analyzer

Clean the system with a soft, damp cloth. Use a commercially
available cleaning agent for stubborn soiling.
6.1.1.1 Cleaning interval

The cleaning interval (Refer to section 5.2, page 39 for more
information.) is based on the hardness of the water in the sample
(see Table 4).
Note: The drain can block if the cleaning interval is too long for the
hardness of the sample.
Table 4 Cleaning interval

Consumption of cleaning
Water hardness Cleaning interval
solution (includes calibration)
in mMol/L in hours
ppm as CaCO3 in °dH in mL/month
(alkaline earth ions) (or more often)
≤ 270 ≤ 15 ≤ 2.685 24 80
≤ 360 ≤ 20 ≤ 3.58 12 150
≤ 450 ≤ 25 ≤ 4.475 8 (pre-set) 220
≤ 540 ≤ 30 ≤ 5.37 6 290
≤ 630 ≤ 35 ≤ 6.265 3 570
>720 > 35 > 6.265 1 1700
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6.1.2 Replace the fan filter

The filter air pads must be cleaned or replaced regulary. Refer to
section 6.3, page 49 for more information.
The cooling fan must be stopped before completing any filter
maintenance.
To stop the cooling fan:
1. From the MENU select SENSOR SETUP>AMTAX SC and

press ENTER.
2. Select MAINTENANCE>TEST/MAINT>AIR FILTER PADS and

press ENTER.
3. Select START and press ENTER.
The process is started and the cooling fan stops.
Important Note: Open the instrument door to prevent overheating.
CAUTION
Avoid injury. Keep hands clear. Although the fan is stopped,
work carefully to avoid injury in case of failure.
To change the fan filter:
1. Open the analyzer enclosure and the analysis panel.
2. Press ENTER.
The instrument counts the remaining time in seconds down to

zero and goes to SERVICE STATE.
3. Change the air filter pads as described on the controller.

4. Remove the fan locking screw and slide the retaining strap to
the top and remove (Figure 10, page 20). If necessary, press
the fan down to remove the retaining strap.
5. Slide the fan from the holding screws.
6. Clean the filter with soap and water and reposition.
7. Press ENTER.
8. Replace the fan. Make sure that the fan opening is positioned
downward. Attach the retaining strap (hold down the fan) and
install the fan locking screw.
9. Close the analyzer enclosure and the analysis panel.
10. Press ENTER.
The instrument will reset the maintenance counter and will start the
analyzer again.
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6.1.3 Fuse replacement

The fuses for the power supply are found in the sc1000 controller.
Refer to the sc1000 User Manual for fuse replacement information.
6.2 Reagent replacement

The chemicals must be changed or renewed at regular intervals.
Refer to Table 5 for information on the life of the chemicals.
Table 5 Chemicals for the AMTAX sc
Chemical (section 8.1, Measuring range 1 Measuring range 2 Measuring range 3 Measuring range 4
page 65) (0.02–5 mg/L) (0.05–20 mg/L) (1–100 mg/L) (10–1000 mg/L)
Reagent 2500 mL for 3 month 2500 mL for 3 months 2500 mL for 2 months 2500 mL for 2 months
0.5 and 2.5 mg/L for 1 and 10 mg/L for 10 and 50 mg/L for 50 and 500 mg/L for
Standards (2 liters): 2 month on daily 3 months on daily 3 months on daily 3 months on daily
calibration calibration calibration calibration
250 mL for 1 month on 3 cleanings and calibrations per day (default)
Cleaning and calibration
250 mL for 3 months on daily cleaning and calibration
11 mL
Electrolyte for 11 mL 11 mL 11 mL
1–1.5 months; Replace with Replace with Replace with
Electrolyte and membrane every membrane every membrane every
Membrane cap:
membrane cap 2–3 months 2–3 months 2–3 months
2–3 months
(depending on the (depending on the (depending on the
(depending on the
membrane soiling) membrane soiling) membrane soiling)
membrane soiling)
6.3 Routine maintenance schedule

The maintenance schedule is given for standard applications.
Deviant applications may cause different maintenance intervals.
Table 6 Routine maintenance schedule

3 months 6 months 12 months 24 months
Description (Customer (Service (Service (Service
task) task) task) task)
Visual check analytical compartment, manual cleaning if
X1 X
necessary.
Check filter pads, clean/ replace if necessary, particularly on
X1 X
fan side.
Check reagents, replace if necessary. X1 X
Check cleaning solution, replace if necessary. X1 X
Check maintenance counters. X1 X
Check standard solutions, replace if necessary. X1 X
Visual check of electrode, replace membrane cap and
X1 X
electrolyte if necessary
Check system for air impermeability. X
Function check of both fans. X
Function check heating for analyser enclosure. X
General function check. X
Read out and analyse event log. Read out and check data log
X
if necessary.
Check electrode (slope with intact membrane cap: –55mV to
(X)2 X
–67mV), check every 6 months after 12 months of use.
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Table 6 Routine maintenance schedule (continued)

3 months 6 months 12 months 24 months
Description (Customer (Service (Service (Service
task) task) task) task)
Replace pump head for air pump. X
Check magnetic stir bar, replace if necessary. X
Replace reagent pump. X
Check cleaning pump and replace if necessary (check every
(X)2 X
6 months after 12 months of use)
Check stirring motor, replace if necessary. X
1 Recommended maintenance interval, especially for reagents. The actual reagent and electrolyte (AMTAX sc) exchange
intervals depend on configuration.
2 Maintenance cycles are given for standard applications. Deviant applications may cause different maintenance intervals.
6.4 Scheduled maintenance

Table 7 lists items, except the electrode, that need to be maintained
by service personnel ONLY. Contact the manufacturer for more
information.
Table 7 Repair maintenance items

Description When to replace Warranty
Reagent pump for sc analyzer (Valve pumps) 1 year 1 year
Pump head piston pump 10 mL
1 year 1 year
(Pre-greased cylinder and piston)
Switchable Compressor 115/230V 2 years recommended 2 years
Solenoid stirring bar 1 year 1 year
Check continuously after 1 year.
Electrode is OK, when slope

Electrode with new membrane cap and 1 year
electrolyte is in the range of
–57 to –67 mV after 24 h of
membrane cap replacement.
6.5 Replace the membrane cap, electrolyte and electrode

Important Note: Never lubricate the membrane cap or the
electrode with grease, silicone oil or Vaseline. This will cause
damage to the Teflon membrane which will cause poor
performance.
Note: The service life of the Teflon membrane will be reduced by tensides
or organic solvents in the waste water.
For optimal performace, replace the the membrane cap, electrolyte

and electrode regularly (refer to Table 6, page 49).
While operating the instrument, the amount of electrolyte should be
between 4 mL and 11 mL. With less amount of electrolyte, the
accuracy will be reduced for low measured values in the related
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measuring range. To determine how much electrolyte remains in

the electrode body, refer to Figure 20.
Figure 20 Determine the electrolyte volume in the electrode body with a measuring tape
To replace the membrane cap and the electrolyte and/or

electrode:
1. Select
MAINTENANCE>TEST/MAINT.>CHANGE MEMBRANE.
OR
1. Select
MAINTENANCE>TEST/MAINT.>REPLACE ELECTRODE.
1 Pull the electrode plug. 2 Carefully pull the 3 Secure the electrode to 4 Drain the electrolyte
Carefully slide the electrode straight out of the clamp on the from the electrode body.
electrode key under the the electrode body. analyzer panel. Do not
Important Note: Never
electrode assembly and Do not touch the touch the membrane.
pull to remove. Do not electrode with fingers. add new electrolyte on top
apply excessive Rinse the glass of old electrolyte. Always
pressure. electrode and the empty the electrode body
electrode body with completely and use a new
distilled water to remove bottle of electrolyte,
any crystallation that otherwise the
may have occurred, concentration of the
because of complete electrolyte will increase
evaporation. and the measuring
accuracy will be reduced.
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5 Unscrew and discard the 6 Place the membrane 7 Remove the cap from 8 Carefully insert the
membrane cap. cap on the electrode the electrolyte and fill electrode into the body
body. Do not touch the the body with an entire making sure the tip is
membrane! To prevent bottle of electrolyte, not bent.
the electrolyte from (11 mL). Gently tap the
leaking, hand-tighten the side of the body to
electrode cap. remove any air bubbles.
9 Tighten the sealing cap. 10 Slide the electrode back

into the cell, towards the
resistance of the o-ring
of the measuring
chamber, until it snaps
into place and reconnect
the electrode cable to
the panel.
Close the enclosure
door.
Membrane cap and electrolyte replacement:

Note: After the membrane cap and electrolyte are replaced, it takes up to
6 hours before optimum performance is achieved.
The instrument calibrates for the first time after warming up the
sample and reagent in the measuring chamber for 5 minutes. After
a second calibration one hour later, the instrument changes to the
adjusted calibration cycle.
Electrode replacement:
Note: After inserting a new electrode the instrument needs up to 12 hours
(one night) to achieve the optimum performance.
The instrument calibrates two times after warming up the sample

and reagent in the measuring chamber for 5 minutes. After two
hours operating time in the measuring mode the next calibration
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Maintenance
follows and after four hours it calibrates for the last time. Then the
instrument changes to the adjusted calibration cycle.
Note: There is no warning concerning the electrode slope during the
membrane and electrode replacement process. If there is an electrode
slope outside the range from –50 mV to –67 mV, an error message may
occur.
Important Note: After inserting a new electrode or restarting the

instrument, the values for the standard calibration change greatly,
but after approximately two days the mV-values for the standards
should increase slight with the evaporation of the electrolyte. The
slope remains constant while both standard values increase
parallel.
6.6 Validation (Analytical quality assurance)

Regular validation checks of the complete instrument must be
completed to make sure the analysis results are reliable.
Required parts:
• Blind plug LZY193 (Plugging set LZY007)
• Beaker (for example 150 mL)
• Standard solution for validation
Follow the internal menu steps for the validation.
1. From the MENU select SENSOR SETUP>AMTAX SC and

press ENTER.
2. Select MAINTENANCE>TEST/MAINT>VALIDATION>
DISCHARGE.
3. Enter the number of measurements which should be
discharged before starting the measurements of the validation.
(Default value: 3; value range: 2 to 5)
4. Select NUMBER OF MEAS..
5. Enter the number of measurements which should be used for
the validation measurements.
(Default value: 3; value range: 2 to 10)
6. Select START after adjusting both parameters and the analyzer
is going into the service state. The remaining time is displayed
in seconds.
The OUTMODE is set to HOLD.
7. Select ENTER to modify the analyzer (Figure 21, page 55):
a. Unscrew the fitting (item 2) of the sample tube (item 5)

which connects the overflow vessel (item 1) and the valve
block (item 4) at the overflow vessel.
b. Screw in the blind plug (item 3) in the thread of the overflow

vessel (item 1) and insert the sample tube in a beaker (for
example 150 mL) with standard solution for the validation.
Note: To receive stable measurement values, close the door of the

analyzer.
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8. Press ENTER to start the validation.

Note: The remaining time is displayed in seconds:
(Discharge value + measurement value) × 5 minutes = remaining time/sec
9. Press ENTER to escape.
The results are displayed to note down.
• The discharge value and the Conc value are counted down
to zero.
• The validation is finished when the process shows the
service mode and the remaining time is 0 seconds.
• For the adjusted number of validation measurements, the
values are listed and the calculated average of this value is
displayed.
Note: The event log records the validation values and average value from
the analyzer.
10. Press ENTER to proceed.

Note: Press START to confirm the inquiry to return to the
measurement process or to the service mode.
11. Select ENTER and modify the instrument to the original

analyzer configuration.
12. Start the measurement mode or hold the service mode.
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Figure 21 Modification of AMTAX sc

1 Overflow vessel 4 Valve block
2 Fitting of sample tube 5 Sample tube
3 Blind plug
6.7 Shut the analyzer down

No special measures are necessary for taking out of operation for a
short period (up to a week in frost-free ambient conditions).
Important note: If the power supply to the controller is interrupted,
frost damage may occur. Make sure that the instrument and tubing
cannot freeze.
1. Interrupt the measurement and switch the instrument to the

service state (MAINTENANCE>TEST/MAINT.>SERVICE
MODE).
2. Disconnect the AMTAX sc from the controller.
6.7.1 Shut the analyzer down for an extended period

Important note: Always wear safety equipment when
handling chemicals.
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Use the following procedure if the instrument is to be taken out of

operation for an extended period or in the case of frost.
1. Immerse the tubing for reagent, cleaning and both standard

solutions in distilled water.
2. On the controller TEST/MAINT menu, start a cleaning cycle

with distilled water using the FLUSHING function.
3. Clean the canister lid with distilled water.
4. Take the tubing out of the water and start the FLUSHING
function to pump the tubing and the analysis instrument empty.
5. Wipe the canister lids dry and seal the canisters with the
corresponding lids (Table 3, page 30).
6. Remove the canisters and store them in a frost-free place and
in accordance with local regulations.
7. Remove power from the instrument and data network.
8. Pull the electrode connector off the analyzer panel.
CAUTION
The electrode body is very hot (up to 60 °C [140 °F]). Let the
enclosure cool down before touching.
9. Pull the electrode carefully and straight out of the electrode

body (section 3.7.1, page 32).
10. Drain the electrode body as per the applicable regulations.
11. Rinse the electrode body and the electrode with distilled water.
12. Insert the electrode in the rinsed enclosure and then insert the
electrode body in the electrode cell on the AMTAX sc.
13. Reconnect the electrode cable to the analyzer panel.
14. When using a Filter Probe sc, refer to the Filter Probe sc User
Manual for storage information.
15. Install all transport locks (Figure 9, page 19).
16. Depending on the duration, remove the system from its
mounting and wrap the system in a protective film or dry cloth.
Store the system in a dry place.
6.8 Modify from single channel to dual channel

The sc analyzer can be converted from single channel to dual
channel operation and/or continuous sampling. Contact the
manufacturer for more information. Refer to Table 8 for
configuration options.
Table 8 Conversions
From To With Conversion kit
1-channel operation 2-channel operation AMTAX sc, PHOSPHAX sc LZY170
Filter Probe sc Continuous sampling AMTAX sc, PHOSPHAX sc LZY241
Continuous sampling Filter Probe sc AMTAX sc, PHOSPHAX sc LZY242
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Section 7 Troubleshooting
7.1 Troubleshooting the controller

If entries are only implemented with a delay or are not accepted for
a short time, the delay may be caused by a busy data network.
Refer to the troubleshooting section in the sc1000 User Manual.
If, in normal operation, problems occur that are apparently caused
by the controller, restart the system.
After a software update, a system expansion or after an interruption
in the power supply, it may be necessary to set the system
parameters again.
Note all the values that are changed or entered so all the necessary
data can be used to configure the parameters again.
1. Save all important data.
2. Isolate the supply of power and wait for 5 seconds.
3. Reapply power to the controller.
4. Check all relevant settings.
5. If the problem still occurs, contact Technical Support.
7.2 Troubleshooting the analyzer

If the complete analysis instrument is not working, check whether
the humidity sensor has tripped. Fix the damage, dry the humidity
sensor and restart the system.
If the problems still occurs, contact Technical Support.
7.2.1 LED status

Table 9 LED status and definition
LED status Definition
green LED No errors of warnings
red LED Error
orange LED Warning
LED flashing No communication with controller
7.2.2 Error messages

Error displayed Instrument reaction Cause Solution Reset error
Check whether
instrument is frozen
(Cleaning solution/
sample/reagent/
Instrument was below standards/electrode). Reset error manually
Warms up and goes
TEMP. < 0 °C/ 32 °F? 4 °C (39 °F) on power If necessary use TEST/MAINT>RESET
into the service state
up pre-warmed reagents. ERROR
Thaw electrode, delete
error. Instrument will
then continue to warm
up and start
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7.2.2 Error messages (continued)

Instrument interior has
Reset error manually
Instrument goes into been below 4 °C Close instrument,
ANALYZ. TO COLD TEST/MAINT>RESET
the service state (39 °F) for more than check heating
ERROR
5 minutes
Instrument cannot heat
interior adequately.
Instrument goes into Close instrument,
NO HEAT UP (internal temperature Reset error manually
the service state check heating
< 20 °C (68 °F) for
30 min)
Instrument interior is
too warm (> 47 °C
(117 °F) with electrode
Service state, starts temp. 45 °C (113 °F) Check air filter and Manual reset or when
COOLING FAILED automatically after > 52 °C (126 °F) with clean/replace, temperature falls 2 °C
cooling down electrode temp. 50 °C check fan. (3.6 °F) below limit
(122 °F) or >57 °C
(135 °F) with electrode
temp. 55 °C (130 °F) )
There is liquid in the Identify cause and
HUMIDITY ANALY Service state Reset error manually
collecting tray rectify
Immediately take
filtration probe sc out of
operation and contact
service. Take the
Service state, the There is liquid in the filtration probe sc out of
HUMIDITY PROBE filtration probe sc is filtration probe the tank and store the Reset error manually
isolated from the mains enclosure filter modules so that
they remain moist.
(See operating
instructions for the
filtration probe sc).
Immediately take
filtration probe sc out of
operation and contact
service. Take the
Service state, the The filtration probe sc filtration probe sc out of
PROBE MISSING filtration probe sc is is faulty or not the tank and store the Reset error manually
isolated from the mains connected filter modules so that
they remain moist.
(See operating
instructions for the
filtration probe sc).
The temperature Immediately switch off
Service state, fan sensor for the internal instrument, contact
TEMPSENS DEFECT Reset error manually
running, heating off instrument temperature service, replace main
is faulty circuit board
The temperature
CUVSENSOR Service state, cuvette Contact service,
sensor for the cuvette Reset error manually
DEFECT heating off replace cuvette/sensor
is faulty
Close instrument door
The cuvette is not
Continued and wait 10 minutes if
CUVHEAT DEFECT being heated Reset error manually
measurement error accurs again,
adequately
contact service
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7.2.2 Error messages (continued)

Check if incoming
sample is in the
specified range and
increase the cuvette
temperature setpoint
Service state, cuvette The cuvette/sample is
CUV TOO HOT (CONFIGURE> Reset error manually
heating off! over-heated.
CUVETTE TEMP.)
Use lowest possible
cuvette temperature.
Call service if error
continue
Change membrane
and electrolyte, if there
is still a problem, check
The error occurs if the
standards,
electrode slope is not
ELECTRODE SLOPE Service state measurement range Reset error manually
in the range of -50mV
and chemistry, check
to -70mV
flow rate. If all OK, but
error still present, fit
new electrode
Check cleaning
The mV value for Zero solution (level and
related to Standard 1 is delivery) and sample
not within the allowed delivery, check
range. Standard 1 (level and if
Allowed range for correct for Manual or
(Uzero-UStandard1) measurement range), automatically when the
depending on change membrane and CHANGE MEMBRANE
FALSE ELEC DATA Service state measurement range: elektrolyte. Error may or REPLACE
Low (0.05 to 20 mg): occure when sample ELCTRODE pocess is
5mV to 200mV has very unusual started
Medium (1 to 100 mg): properties. In this case
20mV to 265mV the error can be
High (10 to 1000 mg): switched to "OFF" in
50mV to 315mV the configuration
menue.
Continued Filter modules heavily Clean filter modules
MODULES CONTAM. Reset error manually
measurement soiled immediately
Check drain line. Adapt
Drain is blocked
DRAIN BLOCKED Service state cleaning interval to Reset error manually
(lime?)
water hardness.
Check sample delivery,
the amount of sample make sure that sample
is not sufficient line has no negative Automatic reset when
Continued (channel1 / channel2) pressure, check enough sample is
SAMPLE1 / SAMPLE2
measurement This occurs as error if tightness of piston available or manuell
SAMPLE DETECTION pump, check overflow reset
is set to ERROR and air valve, check
tightness of system.
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7.2.3 Warnings
Warning displayed Instrument reaction Cause Solution Reset warning
As far as possible, wait
until end of the
warm-up phase
If there is a risk that the
Instrument is warming (except if certain there
sample tubes are
WARMUP PHASE up sample tubing after is no frost), to cancel Automatic
frozen, a warning is
start (de-frosting) place instrument in
displayed
service state and start
the measurement
again
Instrument is cooling
Wait until instrument
Fan 100 % , standstill down after start using Reset, automatically as
COOLING DOWN has cooled down
until cool enough ventilation, if it was soon as cool
enough
heated excessively
Interior of instrument is Close instrument door,
Reset, automatically as
ANALYZER TO COLD Measurement cooler than 15 °C if necessary check
soon as warmer
(59 °F) heating
Change/clean air filter,
At very high internal
check air ducts for
temperature, the air
blockage, check
cleaning of the filter
Measurement, but no enclosure fan, is Reset, automatically as
ANALYZER TO WARM modules is disabled so
more air cleaning ambient temperature soon as cool
as to generate less
allowed? If necessary
heat. internal temp =
increase electrode
target temp of cuvette
temperature
Close instrument door,
check/fit cuvette
The cuvette is not
insulation. Attention: If
being heated
this warning occurs
adequately 2 min after
Continued during the calibration,
CUV TOO COOL sample change: Automatic
measurement there is a risk of
temp. = ((target temp.
incorrect
of cuvette) –1 °C
measurements, for this
(34 °F))
reason close door
during calibration!
Change membrane
and electrolyte, if there
The warning occurs if is still a problem, check
Continued the electrode slope is standards and
ELECTRODE SLOPE Automatic
measurement not in the range of chemistry, check flow
–55mV to –67mV rate. If all OK, but
warning still present, fit
new electrode
Continued Clean filter modules
MODULES CONTAM. Filter modules soiled Automatic
measurement soon
The instrument is in the
Automatic when the
SERVICE MODE Service state service state or is –
service state is left
switching to this state
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7.2.3 Warnings (continued)

Warning displayed Instrument reaction Cause Solution Reset warning
Check reagent level
and replace if
necessary, then reset
reagent level. The level On the menu
Amount of reagent has
Continued is indicated MAINTENANCE/
REAGENT LEVEL dropped below warning
measurement mathematically and TEST/MAINT./
level set
can only function REAGENT
reliably if the counter is
only reset when the
solution is changed
Check cleaning
solution level and
replace if necessary,
then reset cleaning
On the menu
Amount of cleaning solution level. The
Continued MAINTENANCE/
CLEAN SOLU LEVEL solution has dropped level is indicated
measurement MAINT. COUNTER/
below warning level set mathematically and
CLEANING SOLU.
can only function
only reset when the
solution is changed
Check standard level
and replace if
necessary, then reset
standard level. The On the menu
Amount of standard
Continued level is indicated MAINTENANCE/
STANDARDS LEVEL solution has dropped
measurement mathematically and MAINT. COUNTER/
below warning level set
can only function STANDARD
only reset when the
solution is changed
Reset warning
Check amount of manually or automatic
electrolyte, exchange reset after use of
Elektrolyte level may electrolyte completely if CHANGE
be to low or last level is low. Use MEMBRANE,
Continued
ELECTROLYTE CHANGE MEMBRANE process CHANGE CHANGE
measurement
has been more than MEMBRANE . DO ELECTRODE or
90 days ago. NOT add new CHANGE
electrolyte to old MEASUREMENT
electrolyte. RANGE in menue
TEST/MAINT.
the amount of sample Check sample delivery,
is not sufficient make shure that
Automatic reset when
(channel1 / channel2) sample line has no
Continued enough sample is
SAMPLE1 / SAMPLE2 This occurs as warning negative pressure,
measurement available or manuell
if SAMPLE check tightness of
reset
DETECTION is set to piston pump, check
WARNING overflow and air valve
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7.3 Troubleshooting the Electrode

The electrode data are saved in the AMTAX sc CALIB. DATA menu
or in the event logger.
Typical electrode values (note sign):

Table 10 contains typical electrode data for a new inserted
electrode with new electrolyte and membrane cap.
The zero value is always the most positive value and the standard 2
value is always the most negative value in a calibration. The
standard 1 is always between the zero value and the standard 2
value.
When starting up an electrode, the slope increases to the final
value (ideal between –58 and –63 mV) and remains there with
minor fluctuations.
Table 10 Typical electrode values

MR 1 MR 2 MR 3 MR 4
Description
(0.02–5 mg/L NH4–N) (0.05–20 mg/L NH4–N) (1–100 mg/L NH4–N) (10–1000 mg/L NH4–N)
Slope –55 to –67 mV
Slope warning –50 to –55 mV or –67 to –70 mV
Slope error 0 to –50 mV or –70 to –150 mV
mV zero –205 to +5 mV 20 to 120 mV 20 to 120 mV 20 to 120 mV
mV standard 1 –200 to –140 mV –30 to 30 mV –25 to –85 mV –70 to –130 mV
mV standard 2 –240 to –180 mV –30 to –90 mV –70 to –130 mV –130 to –190 mV
The error descriptions for the electrode in Table 11 and Table 12

are related to the error/warning "electrode slope" or "false elec.
data".
Table 11 Error messages
Error description Diagnostics Solution
- Reagent empty - New reagent
The calibration values for the standards
- Reagent pump faulty - Replace reagent pump
are both above the mV zero value.
- Fittings leaking - Tighten fittings
The calibration values for the two - Electrode faulty - Re-new electrolyte
standards and the mV zero value are all
- Electrolyte empty - Insert new electrode
indicating very similar values.
- New standard 1
Only the mV standard 1 value is above - Standard 1 empty
the mV zero value. - Replace piston & cylinder (piston
- Piston pump leaking
pump)
- New standard 2
Only the mV standard 2 value is above - Standard 2 empty
the mV zero value. - Replace piston & cylinder (piston
- Piston pump leaking
pump)
- Cleaning solution empty - New cleaning solution
The mV zero value is in the negative
- Cleaning pump faulty - Replace cleaning pump
range.
- Fittings leaking - Tighten fittings
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Table 11 Error messages (continued)

- Electrolyte almost completely
The electrode slope is between –60 and - The electrolyte is almost empty evaporated after extended operation
–65 mV and the 3 calibration values are
- electrode body leaking - Tighten membrane cap
all significantly offset to the positive
range. - Membrane cap leaking - Leaking electrode body: order new
electrode
All mV values for the calibration data
only differ in the figures after decimal - Amplifier board faulty - Fit new amplifier board
separator (almost constant).
Refer to Table 12 for additional errors messages.

Table 12 Additional error messages
The calibration values fluctuate - Replace electrolyte and membrane
- Electrode faulty
excessively cap
- The measuring range 0.05–20 mg/L
- Insert the right standard solutions and
The slope is between –40 and –45 mV NH4–N is adjusted and the wrong
complete the procedure for changing the
after the calibration standard solutions 10 and 50 mg/L
measuring range in the service menu.
NH4–N are used.
The slope decreases, the membrane - Remove the measurement chamber
can be damaged. The values of the - Membrane is damaged (for example completley
electrode slope can decrease after with silicone oil).
- Clean it thoroughly
1–2 weeks to –40 mV and –50 mV.
- Electrode cap is damaged. The
A large continuous drift is on the - Re-new electrolyte
electrolyte crystallize on the cover/cap
measured values (up to 2 mg in 24 h). - Insert new electrode
and evaporate very quickly.
Fluctuations of measured values and - Insufficient sample when sample is
- Make sure that sufficient sample is
interference of the calibration in the required for the determination of the
available
lower measuring range. zero value
- Empty the electrode body, rinse it with
All three electrode values increase - The ectrolyte level dropped out below
distilled water and fill it with new
within 24 h over 8 mV to positive values. 4 mL.
electrolyte.
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Section 8 Replacement Parts and Accessorie
8.1 Standards and reagents

Cat. No. Cat. No.
Description
EU customer US customer
Set of reagents AMTAX sc with standard solution
LCW889 –
(Measurement range 1: 0.02–5 mg/L NH4–N)
Reagent AMTAX sc (2.5 L) for all measuring ranges BCF1009 28944-52
CAL1: Standard 0.5 mg/L NH4–N (2 L) (Measurment range 1: 0.02–5 mg/L NH4–N) BCF1148 25146-54
CAL2: Standard 2.5 mg/L NH4–N (2 L) (Measurment range 1: 0.02–5 mg/L NH4–N) BCF1149 25147-54
LCW865 –
(Measurement range 2: 0.05–20 mg/L NH4–N)
Reagent AMTAX sc (2.5 L) for all measuring ranges BCF1009 28944-52
CAL1: Standard 1 mg/L NH4–N (2 L) (Measurement range 2: 0.05–20 mg/L NH4–N) BCF1010 28941-54
CAL2: Standard 10 mg/L NH4–N (2 L) (Measurement range 2: 0.05–20 mg/L NH4–N) BCF1011 28943-54
LCW871 –
(Measurement range 3: 1–100 mg/L NH4–N)
Reagent AMTAX sc (2.5 L) for all measurement ranges BCF1009 28944-52
CAL1: Standard 10 mg/L NH4–N (2 L) (Measurement range 3: 1–100 mg/L NH4–N) BCF1020 28943-54
LCW866 –
(Measurement range 4: 10–1000 mg/L NH4–N)
Reagent AMTAX sc (2.5 L) for all measurement ranges BCF1009 28944-52
Cleaning solution AMTAX sc (250 mL) LCW867 28942-46
Set of electrolyte and membrane caps (3 electrolyte and 3 membrane caps) for
LCW868 61825-00
measurement ranges 2, 3 and 4
Set of electrolyte (3 electrolyte) for measuring range 2, 3 and 4 LCW882 –
Set of electrolyte and membrane caps (3 electrolyte and 3 membrane caps) for
LCW891 29553-00
measurement range 1
Set of electrolyte (3 electrolyte solutions) for measuring range 1: 0.02–5 mg/L NH4–N LCW890 –
One bottle of electrolyte for measuring range 1: 0.02–5 mg/L NH4–N – 25148-36
8.2 Analyzer accessories

Description Cat. No.
Accessories for AMTAX/PHOSPHAXsc for continuous sampling (1 or 2 channel) LZY189
Cutter for tubing LZY201
Heated drain hose, 230 V LZY302
Heated drain hose, 115 V LZY303
Set of connectors for sc analyzers LZY190
Set of sealing plugs (rubber) for sc analyzer, type 1 (3), type 2 (1), type 3 (3) LZY007
Set of screws for sc analyzer, M3x6 (4), M3x25 (2); M3x50 (2) LZY191
Electrode key, AMTAX sc LZY330
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Replacement Parts and Accessorie
8.3 Mounting hardware and accessories

Description Cat. No.
Wall mount kit, includes 4 wood screws 5 X 60 plus 4 wall plugs LZX355
Mounting Kit for sc analyzer, includes fastening, angle bracket and screws LZY044
Set of screws for fastening and angle bracket LZY216
Set of screws for sc analyzer LZY223
Set of screws for Rail Mounting LZY285 and LZY316 LZY220
Rail mounting, analyzer with controller LZY285
Rail mounting, analyzer without controller LZY316
Stand mounting, sc analyzer with controller LZY286
Stand mounting, sc analyzer without controller LZY287
8.4 Replacement parts

(Refer to Figure 22, page 68–Figure 26, page 72)
Item Description Cat. No.
1 Door for sc analyzer enclosure, includes 4 instrument labels LZY143
1 Door for sc analyzer enclosure (indoor), includes 4 instrument labels LZY682
1 Instrument labels LZY144
2 Door hook LZY148
3 Enclosure for sc analyzer without door LZY145
4 Set of filter pads (2 pieces) LZY154
5 Clamping lock for sc analyzer LZY147
6 Fence, includes screws M3 x 6 LZY157
7 Compressor switchable 115V/230V LZY149
8 Fan for incoming air LZY152
9 Air tubing for compressor, includes non-return valve, fitting, LZY151
10 Collecting tray for sc analyzer LZY146
11 Hinge, includes screws LZY155
12 Gasket for sc analyzer door LZY187
13 Door lock, sc analyzer LZY188
14 Mounting plate for sc analyzer LZY161
15 Analyzer panel of AMTAX sc for all ranges LZY162
16 Solenoid stirring stick (8x3 mm) LZP365
17 Special electrode with one membrane cap AMTAX sc LZY069
Special electrode AMTAX sc including electrolyte and membrane cap set for
17 LZY070
measurement range 1, 2 and 3
18 Measuring cell AMTAX sc all ranges, includes sealing LZY184
18 Set of seals for measuring cell AMTAX sc (3 O-rings) LZY196
19 Stirrer motor AMTAX sc LZY182
20 Valve block for AMTAX sc, includes valves for all ranges LZY169
21 Valve block for AMTAX sc, all ranges LZY173
22 Upper part of valve block LZY174
23 Upper part of valve block with valve LZY175
24 Valve 2/2 ways LZY168
25 Tubing, 3.2 mm (2 m), sc analyzer LZY195
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8.4 Replacement parts

(Refer to Figure 22, page 68–Figure 26, page 72)
Item Description Cat. No.
26 Set of fittings, 3.2 mm, (4 pieces) LZY111
27 Fitting for tubing 4/6mm LZY134
28 Blind plug LZY193
29 Valve block 2-channel switch, includes valve for sc analyzer LZY267
29 and 39 Conversion kit from 1-channel into 2-channel sc analyzer LZY170
30 Valve block 2-channel switch for sc analyzer LZY172
31 Valve 3/2 ways LZY171
32 Conversion kit from 1-channel > Filter Probe sc analyzer, AMTAX sc/PHOSPHAX sc LZY242
33 Bottom part of overflow vessel LZY165
34 Upper part of overflow vessel LZY166
35 Upper part of overflow vessel, includes valve LZY167
36 Locking screw LZY150
37 Conversion kit from Filter Probe sc> 1-channel sc analyzer, AMTAX sc/PHOSPHAX sc LZY241
38 Upper part of overflow vessel for 1 or 2-channel instrument LZY268
39 Overflow vessel for 2-channel instrument LZY269
40 Safety plate for sc analyzer LZY179
41 Insulation cover for GSE AMTAX sc, all ranges LZY224
42 Holder for piston pump LZY180
43 Pump head for air pump, 10 mL LZY181
44 Piston pump for sc analyzer LZY177
45 Cover for reagent pump LZY178
46 Set of fittings 1.6 mm, (4 pieces) LZY192
47 Tubing 1.6 mm (2 m), sc analyzer LZY194
48 Reagent pump for sc analyzer (valve pump) LZY176
49 Fan for air recirculation for sc analyzer LZY153
50 Heating for analyzer enclosure, includes connectors LZY156
51 Cover LZY270
52 Cover for processor card LZY159
53 Cover for power supply LZY158
54 Power supply, 100–240 VAC YAB039
55 Amplifier card for AMTAX sc YAB044
56 Processor card for sc analyzer YAB099
57 Sealing for valve block LZY199
58 Sealing for overflow vessel LZY198
59 Card with temperature sensor, AMTAX sc/PHOSPHAX sc YAB089
60 Air filter/silencer for compressor LZY332
61 Air filter LZY493
62 Check valve LZY470
63 T-fitting LZY133
64 Protective cover for compressor HAH041
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Exploded view drawings
Figure 22 Analyzer enclosure AMTAX sc
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Figure 23 Analyzer enclosure AMTAX indoor sc
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Figure 24 Analyzer panel overview
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Figure 25 Analyzer panel front view details
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Figure 26 Analyzer panel back view details
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Section 9 Limited Warranty
Hach Company warrants its products to the original purchaser against any defects that are due to faulty
material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of shipment unless otherwise noted in the
product manual.
In the event that a defect is discovered during the warranty period, Hach Company agrees that, at its
option, it will repair or replace the defective product or refund the purchase price excluding original
shipping and handling charges. Any product repaired or replaced under this warranty will be warranted
only for the remainder of the original product warranty period.
This warranty does not apply to consumable products such as chemical reagents; or consumable
components of a product, such as, but not limited to, lamps and tubing.
Contact Hach Company or your distributor to initiate warranty support. Products may not be returned
without authorization from Hach Company.
Limitations
This warranty does not cover:
• Damage caused by acts of God, natural disaster, labor unrest, acts of war (declared or undeclared),
terrorism, civil strife or acts of any governmental jurisdiction
• Damage caused by misuse, neglect, accident or improper application or installation
• Damage caused by any repair or attempted repair not authorized by Hach Company
• Any product not used in accordance with the instructions furnished by Hach Company
• Freight charges to return merchandise to Hach Company
• Freight charges on expedited or express shipment of warranted parts or product
• Travel fees associated with on-site warranty repair

This warranty contains the sole express warranty made by Hach Company in connection with its
products. All implied warranties, including without limitation, the warranties of merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose, are expressly disclaimed.
Some states within the United States do not allow the disclaimer of implied warranties and if this is true in
your state the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you
may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
This warranty constitutes the final, complete, and exclusive statement of warranty terms and no person
is authorized to make any other warranties or representations on behalf of Hach Company.
Limitation of Remedies
The remedies of repair, replacement or refund of purchase price as stated above are the exclusive
remedies for the breach of this warranty. On the basis of strict liability or under any other legal theory, in
no event shall Hach Company be liable for any incidental or consequential damages of any kind for
breach of warranty or negligence.
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Appendix A Plumbing and Connection Options
A.1 Safety information

When making any plumbing or wiring connections, the following
warnings must be adhered to, as well as any warnings and notes
found throughout the individual sections. For more safety
information, refer to Safety information, page 9.
DANGER
Always disconnect power to the instrument when making any
electrical connections.
CAUTION
mounted.
A.1.1 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Considerations

Important Note: To minimize hazards and ESD risks, maintenance
procedures not requiring power to the analyzer should be
performed with power removed.
Delicate internal electronic components can be damaged by static

electricity, resulting in degraded instrument performance or
eventual failure.
The manufacturer recommends taking the following steps to
prevent ESD damage to the instrument:
• Before touching any instrument electronic components (such
as printed circuit cards and the components on them)
discharge static electricity. This can be accomplished by
touching an earth-grounded metal surface such as the chassis
of an instrument or a metal conduit or pipe.
• To reduce static build-up, avoid excessive movement.
Transport static-sensitive components in anti-static containers
or packaging.
• To discharge static electricity and keep it discharged, wear a
wrist strap connected by a wire to earth ground.
• Handle all static-sensitive components in a static-safe area. If
possible, use anti-static floor pads and work bench pads.
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Plumbing and Connection Options
A.2 Connect a 2-parameter option

The 2-parameter configuration is required for Options 4, 6, 8b, 9b,
10b and 11b.
When using a continuous sample the AMTAX sc can measure one
parameter: NH4–N. To operate a second parameter with the same
continuous sample (i.e. phosphate measured by the
PHOSPHAX sc) the sample line must be connected to the overflow
vessel of the first instrument in the row. For this purpose, the first
instrument must be modified to the 2-parameter variant.
Note: The 2-parameter configuration applies to outdoor and indoor options
and to one and two-channel options (Ch1 + Ch2).
Refer to Figure 27 and following instructions to connect a

2-parameter configuration.
1. Remove the small blind plug (item 1, Figure 27) from the top
hole on the overflow vessel. Remove the large fitting (item 2)
from the bottom hole on the overflow vessel. Discard the plug
and fitting.
2. Slide the small fitting (union and ferrule, item 3) over the tubing
(item 5). Cut the tubing flush with the ferrule.
3. Install the small fitting to the top hole on the overflow vessel to
take the sample to the second analyzer.
4. Close the bottom hole with the large blind plug and sealing
washer (item 4).
Note: Always connect the front overflow vessel for the first instrument
to the front overflow vessel for the second instrument.
Figure 27 2-parameter option configuration

1 Small plug 4 Large plug LZY193
2 Large fitting 5 Tubing LZY195
3 Small fitting and ferrule LZY111 6 To second analyzer
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A.2.1 Remove the T-fitting

When using the 2-parameter configuration, the T-fitting from the
first analyzer drain tube must be removed and reused to connect
the drain tube from the first analyzer to the second analyzer.
The T-fitting is used to connect the drain tube. To remove the
T-fitting refer to Figure 28 and the following steps:
1. Remove the drain tube from both ends of the T-fitting.
2. Remove the drain tube assembly.
3. Reconnect the T-fitting as described in Options 4, 6, 8b, 9b,
10b and 11b.
Figure 28 Removing the T-fitting

1 T-fitting to be removed
A.3 Drain line considerations

Always place the drain tubing so that there is a continuous fall (min.
3 degrees) and the outlet is clear (not pressurized). Make sure the
drain tubing is no longer than 2 meters.
A.4 Tubing considerations

The AMTAX sc uses four different tubing types for plumbing
connections. The type of tubing used depends on the system
configuration option:
• Ø 3.2 mm: sample line tubing
• Ø 6 mm: unheated drain tubing
• Ø 22 mm: heated drain tubing
• Ø 32 mm: tubing for the Filter Probe sc
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A.5 Option 1 plumbing and connections

Option 1 is used with an sc analyzer and the Filter Probe sc. The
waste from the analyzer is discharged back into the basin using the
Filtration Kit. Use the drain tube inside the Filter Probe sc or the
optional heated drain tube to discharge the waste stream from the
sc analyzer.
Refer to Figure 29 and the following instructions for Option 1:
1. Install the Filter Probe sc into the sample stream. Refer to the
Filter Probe sc User Manual for more information.
2. Feed the Filter Probe sc hose (sample lines, electrical cables
and drain tube) through the analyzer opening (item 5,
Figure 29). Use Seal Plug #2 to secure.
3. Seal the unused openings with Seal Plug #3.
4. Connect the Filter Probe sc data cable and power connections.
Refer to section 3.5.4, page 26 and Figure 16, page 28.
5. Connect the air tube to the compressor (item 3). Refer to
section 3.5.5, page 27.
6. Connect the drain tube to the Filter Probe sc (Figure 29,
page 79).
7. Connect the sample line to the sample inlet on the overflow
vessel using the fittings.
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Figure 29 Option 1 setup

1 AMTAX sc analyzer 5 Filter Probe sc hose
2 PHOSPHAX sc analyzer 6 Seal plug #2
3 Air tube 7 Sample line to overflow vessel
4 Seal plug #3 8 Drain tube
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A.6 Option 2 plumbing and cable connections

Option 2 uses an sc analyzer with the Filter Probe sc. The waste
from the analyzer is discharged back into the drain through the
optional heated drain hose LZY302 (230V) or LZY303 (115V).
2. Feed the Filter Probe sc hose (sample lines, electrical cables,
drain tube) through the analyzer opening (item 9, Figure 30).
Use Seal Plug #2 to secure.
Note: The drain tube from the Filter Probe sc is not used .
3. Feed the heated drain hose through the analyzer opening
(item 7). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
Note: The two samples lines of the heated drain hose are not used.
4. Seal the remaining opening with Seal Plug #3.
Refer to section 3.5.3, page 26.
6. Connect the heated drain power connections. Refer to
7. Connect the air tube to the compressor (item 5).
8. Connect the Filter Probe sc heated drain tube to the sample
outlet T-fitting.
vessel using the fittings.
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1 AMTAX sc analyzer 7 Heated drain tube
3 Unused heated drain sample lines 9 Filter Probe sc hose
4 Unused Filter Probe sc drain tube 10 Seal plug #2
5 Air tube 11 Filter Probe sc sample line
6 Seal plug #3 12 Heated drain
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Option 3 uses an sc analyzer with the FILTRAX. The waste from
the analyzer is discharged back into the drain through the optional
heated drain hose LZY302 (230 V) or LZY303 (115 V).
1. Install the FILTRAX into the sample stream. Refer to the
FILTRAX User Manual for more information.
2. Feed the heated hose from the FILTRAX through the analyzer
opening (Figure 31, item 5). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
3. Feed the heated drain hose through the analyzer opening
4. Seal the remaining opening with Seal Plug #3.
6. Connect the heated drain tube to the sample outlet T-fitting.
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1 Unused heated drain sample lines 5 FILTRAX heated hose
2 Seal plug #3 6 Seal plug #1
3 Heated drain hose 7 FILTRAX sample line
4 Seal plug #1 8 Heated drain tube
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Option 4 uses two sc analyzers with the FILTRAX. The sample from
the FILTRAX goes to the first analyzer which needs to change to a
2-parameter configuration (see Connect a 2-parameter option,
page 76). The heated drain hose connects both sc analyzers.The
waste from both analyzers is discharged back into a drain through
the second heated drain hose.
2. Install the first sc analyzer (Analyzer 1):
a. Feed the heated hose from the FILTRAX through the
analyzer opening (Figure 32, item 15). Use Seal Plug #1
to secure.
b. Feed the heated drain hose though the analyzer opening
c. Seal the remaining opening with Seal Plug #3.
d. Connect the heated drain power connections. Refer to
e. Remove the pre-installed drain tube attached to the valve
block and remove the T-fitting from the drain tube (item 7).
Retain for reuse with Analyzer 2.
f. Connect the heated drain tube to the valve block connector.
g. Connect the sample line from the FILTRAX to the bottom
inlet on the overflow vessel using the fittings.
h. Change the analyzer to the 2 parameter configuration.
Refer to Connect a 2-parameter option, page 76.
i. Connect one of the sample lines from the heated drain to
the overflow vessel.
3. Install the second sc analyzer (Analyzer 2):
a. Feed the heated drain hose from Analyzer 1 through
Analyzer 2 (item 12). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
b. Feed the second heated drain hose through Analyzer 2
d. Connect the heated drain power connections. Refer to
e. Cut 25 mm from the drain tube that was removed from
Analyzer 1. Connect the 25 mm piece of tubing to the
T-fitting on Analyzer 2. Connect the other end of the tubing
to the T-fitting that was removed from Analyzer 1. Refer to
Figure 28, page 77 for T-fitting removal.
f. Connect the drain tube from Analyzer 1 and the drain tube
from Analyzer 2 to the T-fitting.
4. Connect the sample line from Analyzer 1 to the bottom inlet on
the overflow vessel.
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1 AMTAX sc analyzer 8 Heated drain tube 15 FILTRAX heated hose
2 PHOSPHAX sc analyzer 9 Heated drain tube from analyzer 1 16 Seal plug #1
3 Seal plug #1 10 Sample line from analyzer 1 17 Heated drain hose
4 Seal plug #3 11 Heated drain hose 18 Seal plug #3
5 Unused heated drain sample lines 12 Heated drain hose from analyzer 1 19 Unused heated drain sample line
6 Drain tube cut from analyzer 1 13 Heated drain tube 20 Heated drain sample line
7 T-fitting from analyzer 1 14 FILTRAX sample line
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Option 5 uses an sc analyzer as a 2-channel analyzer with two
FILTRAX (FILTRAX 1 and FILTRAX 2), supplying two continuous
sample streams. The waste from the analyzer and both FILTRAX is
discharged back into the drain through the optional heated drain
hose LZY302 (230V) or LZY303 (115V).
1. Install both FILTRAX into the sample stream. Refer to the
2. Feed the heated hose from FILTRAX 1 through the analyzer
opening (item 6). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
4. Feed the heated drain hose through the analyzer (item 5). Use
Seal Plug #1 to secure.
6. Connect the heated drain tube to the T-fitting (item 8).
7. Connect the sample line from FILTRAX 1 to the bottom inlet on
Overflow Vessel 1 using the fittings (item 11).
8. Connect the sample line from FILTRAX 2 to the bottom inlet on
Overflow Vessel 2 using the fittings (item 12).
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1 FILTRAX 1 7 FILTRAX heated hose 1
2 FILTRAX 2 8 Heated drain hose tube
3 Seal plug #1 9 FILTRAX 2 sample line
4 Unused heated drain sample lines 10 FILTRAX 1 sample line
5 Heated drain hose 11 Overflow vessel 1
6 FILTRAX heated hose 2 12 Overflow vessel 2
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Option 6 uses two sc analyzers with two FILTRAX (FILTRAX 1 and
FILTRAX 2). Samples from both FILTRAX are going into Analyzer 1
using the 2-parameter configuration. The heated drain hose
connects both sc analyzers. The waste from both analyzers is
discharged into a drain through the heated drain hose.
a. Feed the heated hose from FILTRAX 1 through the
analyzer (Figure 34, item 25). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
b. Feed the heated hose from FILTRAX 2 through the
analyzer (item 27). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
c. Feed the heated drain hose through the analyzer (item 28).
Use Seal Plug #1 to secure. Connect the heated drain
power connections. Refer to section 3.5.5, page 27.
d. Remove the pre-installed drain tube attached to the valve
block and remove the T-fitting from the drain tube. Retain
for reuse with Analyzer 2.
e. Connect the heated drain tube to the valve block connector.
f. Connect the sample line from FILTRAX 1 to the bottom inlet
on Overflow Vessel 1 using the fittings (item 20).
g. Connect the sample line from FILTRAX 2 to the bottom inlet
h. Change the analyzer to the 2-parameter configuration.
i. Connect Sample Line 1 from the heated drain to Overflow
Vessel 1. Connect Sample Line 2 from the heated drain to
Overflow Vessel 2.
3. Install the second sc analyzer (Analyzer 2)
a. Feed the heated drain hose from Analyzer 1 through
Analyzer 2 (item 13). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
b. Feed the heated drain hose through the analyzer (item 8).
Use Seal Plug #1 to secure. Connect the heated drain
power connections. Refer to section 3.5.5, page 27.
d. Cut 25 mm from the drain tube that was removed from
Analyzer 1. Connect the 25 mm piece of tubing to the
T-fitting on Analyzer 2. Connect the other end of the tubing
to the T-fitting that was removed from Analyzer 1. Refer to
Figure 28, page 77 for T-fitting removal.
e. Connect the drain tube from Analyzer 1 and the drain tube
from Analyzer 2 to the T-fitting.
4. Connect Sample Line 1 from Analyzer 1 to Overflow Vessel 1
using the fittings (item 16). Connect Sample Line 2 from
Analyzer 1 to Overflow Vessel 2 using the fittings (item 17).
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1 FILTRAX 1 11 Heated drain tube 21 Overflow vessel 1
2 AMTAX sc analyzer 12 Heated drain hose from analyzer 1 22 Overflow vessel 2
3 PHOSPHAX sc analyzer 13 Heated drain hose from analyzer 1 23 Heated drain 1 sample line
4 FILTRAX 2 14 Heated drain sample 2 from analyzer 1 24 Heated drain 2 sample line
5 Seal plug #1 15 Heated drain sample 1 from analyzer 1 25 FILTRAX 1 heated hose
6 Seal plug #3 16 Overflow vessel 1 26 Seal plug #1
7 Unused heated drain sample 17 Overflow vessel 2 27 FILTRAX 2 heated hose
lines
8 Heated drain hose 18 Heated drain tube 28 Heated drain hose
9 Drain tube cut from analyzer 19 FILTRAX 2 sample line
1
10 T-fitting from analyzer 1 20 FILTRAX 1 sample line
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Option 7 is used with an sc analyzer and the Filter Probe sc. The
waste from the analyzer is discharged back into the basin using the
Filtration Kit. Use the drain tube inside the Filter Probe sc or the
optional heated drain tube to discharge the waste stream from the
sc analyzer.
2. Feed the Filter Probe sc hose (sample lines, electrical cables,
drain tube) through the analyzer opening (Figure 35, item 6).
3. Seal the unused openings with Seal Plug #3.
Refer to section 3.5.5, page 27.
5. Connect the air tube to the compressor (item 4).
6. Connect the drain tube and feed it out the analyzer through
Seal Plug #3 to a drain.
vessel using the fittings (item 8).
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1 AMTAX sc analyzer 6 Filter Probe sc hose
3 Unused Filter Probe sc drain tube 8 Sample line to overflow vessel
4 Air tube 9 Drain tube
5 Seal plug #3
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A.12 Option 8a plumbing and connections

Option 8a uses an sc analyzer with the FILTRAX. The waste of the
analyzer is discharged back into an open drain.
Refer to Figure 36 and the following instructions for Option 8a:
2. Feed the heated hose from the FILTRAX through the analyzer
3. Feed the drain tube through the analyzer opening (item 5).
Note: Tubes can be pushed through prepared holes on Seal Plug #3.
4. Connect the drain tube to the T-fitting.
5. Connect the FILTRAX sample line to the bottom inlet on the
overflow vessel using the fittings (item 4).
6. Feed the drain tube to a lower drain (maximum 2 m/6.5 ft).
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Figure 36 Option 8a Setup

1 Seal plug #3
2 Seal plug #1
3 FILTRAX heated hose
4 FILTRAX sample line
5 Drain tube: Feed to a lower drain (maximum. 2 m/6.5 ft)
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A.13 Option 8b plumbing and connections

Option 8b uses two sc analyzers with the FILTRAX. The sample of
the FILTRAX goes to the first sc analyzer. This analyzer must use
the 2-parameter configuration (see Connect a 2-parameter option,
page 76). Each sc analyzer discharges waste into an open drain.
Refer to Figure 37 and the following instructions for Option 8b:
a. Feed the heated hose from the FILTRAX through the
analyzer opening (Figure 37, item 8). Use Seal Plug #1
to secure.
b. Feed the drain tube through the analyzer opening (item 6)
and to an open drain below Analyzer 1. Use Seal Plug #3
to secure.
c. Change the analyzer to the 2-parameter configuration.
d. Connect the reworked overflow of the overflow vessel to
deliver the sample to Analyzer 2.
e. Feed the overflow vessel tubing (item 11) through
Analyzer 1 to Analyzer 2. Use Seal Plug #3 to secure.
f. Remove the drain tube with the T-fitting from the valve
block connector. This drain tube is not used.
g. Connect the drain tube to the valve block connector
(item 6).
h. Connect the FILTRAX sample line to the bottom inlet on the
overflow vessel using the fittings (item 7).
a. Feed the sample line from Analyzer 1 through Analyzer 2
b. Feed the drain tube through Analyzer 2 to an open drain
below. Use Seal Plug #3 to secure.
c. Use Seal Plug #3 to seal any unused openings.
d. Connect the drain tube to the T-fitting (item 5).
e. Connect the sample line from Analyzer 1 to the bottom inlet
on the overflow vessel using the fittings.
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Figure 37 Option 8b setup

1 AMTAX sc analyzer 7 FILTRAX sample line
2 PHOSPHAX sc analyzer 8 FILTRAX heated hose
3 Seal plug #3 9 Seal plug #1
4 Sample line from analyzer 1 (maximum. 2 m/6.5 ft) 10 Seal plug #3
5 Drain tube: Feed to a lower drain (maximum. 2 m/6.5 ft) 11 Overflow vessel tube
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Option 9a uses an sc analyzer as a 2-channel analyzer with two
FILTRAX (FILTRAX 1 and FILTRAX 2). The waste of the analyzer
and both FILTRAX is discharged into an open drain.
(Figure 38, item 6). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
4. Feed the drain tube through the analyzer (item 7). Use Seal
Plug #3 to secure.
6. Connect the sample line from FILTRAX 1 to Overflow Vessel 1
using the fittings. Connect the sample line from FILTRAX 2 to
Overflow Vessel 2 using the fittings.
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Figure 38 Option 9a setup

1 FILTRAX 1 5 FILTRAX 2 heated hose 9 FILTRAX 1 sample line
2 FILTRAX 2 6 FILTRAX 1 heated hose 10 Overflow vessel 1
3 Seal plug #1 7 Drain tube: Feed to a physically 11 Overflow vessel 2
lower drain (maximum. 2 m/6.5 ft)
4 Seal plug #3 8 FILTRAX 2 sample tube
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Option 9b uses two sc analyzers with two FILTRAX (FILTRAX 1
and FILTRAX 2). The samples of both FILTRAX go into the first
sc analyzer. This analyzer must change to the 2-parameter
configuration (see Connect a 2-parameter option, page 76). Two
sample lines are going to both sc analyzers. Each sc analyzer is
discharging waste to an open drain.
a. Feed the heated hose from FILTRAX 1 through the
analyzer (Figure 39, item 18). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
b. Feed the heated hose from FILTRAX 2 through the
analyzer (item 20). Use Seal Plug #1 to secure.
c. Feed two sample lines and one drain tube through the
analyzer. Use Seal Plug #3 to secure.
d. Remove the drain tube with the T-fitting from the valve
block connector.
e. Connect the drain tube to the valve block connector.
f. Connect the sample line from FILTRAX 1 to the bottom inlet
g. Connect the sample line from FILTRAX 2 to the bottom inlet
h. Change the analyzer to the 2-parameter configuration.
i. Connect Sample Line 1 to the reworked overflow of
Overflow Vessel 1. Connect Sample Line 2 to the reworked
overflow of Overflow Vessel 2.
a. Feed the two sample lines from the two overflow vessels of
Analyzer 1 through Analyzer 2. Use Seal Plug #3 to secure.
b. Feed the drain tube though Analyzer 2 (item 6). Use Seal
Plug #3 to secure.
c. Use Seal Plug #3 to seal the unused opening.
d. Connect the drain tube to the T-fitting.
e. Connect Sample Line 1 from Analyzer 1 to the bottom inlet
on Overflow Vessel 1 using the fittings.
f. Connect Sample Line 2 from Analyzer 1 to the bottom inlet
on Overflow Vessel 2 using the fittings.
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1 FILTRAX 1 8 Overflow vessel 2 tube from 15 Overflow vessel 2
analyzer 1
2 AMTAX sc analyzer 9 Overflow vessel 1 16 Overflow vessel 1 tube
3 PHOSPHAX sc analyzer 10 Overflow vessel 2 17 Overflow vessel 2 tube
4 FILTRAX 2 11 Drain tube: Feed to a lower drain 18 FILTRAX 1 heated hose
(maximum. 2 m/6.5 ft)
5 Seal plug #3 12 FILTRAX 2 sample line 19 Seal plug #1
6 Drain tube: Feed to a lower drain 13 FILTRAX 1 sample line 20 FILTRAX 2 heated hose
7 Overflow vessel 1 tube from 14 Overflow vessel 1 21 Seal plug #3
analyzer 1
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Option 10a uses an sc analyzer with any type of sample
preparation that delivers a continuous sample stream that cannot
be pressurized. The waste of the analyzer is discharged into an
open drain.
1. Install the sample preparation unit.
2. Feed the sample line from the sample preparation unit through
the analyzer (Figure 40, item 2). Use Seal Plug #3 to secure.
3. Feed the drain tube through the analyzer (item 3). Use Seal
Plug #3 to secure.
4. Seal any unused holes with Seal Plug #3.
6. Connect the sample line from the sample preparation to the
bottom inlet on the overflow vessel using the fittings.
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1 Seal plug #3
2 Sample line
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Option 10b uses two sc analyzers with one sample preparation
delivering a continuous sample stream that cannot be pressurized.
The samples of the sample preparation is going into Analyzer 1.
This analyzer must change to the 2-parameter configuration (see
Connect a 2-parameter option, page 76). The sample line runs
between both analyzers. Each sc analyzer discharges waste into
an open drain.
1. Install the sample preparation unit.
2. Install the first Analyzer (Analyzer 1):
a. Feed the sample line from the sample preparation unit
through the analyzer (Figure 41, item 7). Use Seal Plug #3
to secure.
b. Feed the drain tube through the analyzer (item 6). Use Seal
Plug #3 to secure.
c. Remove the drain tube from the valve block connector.
d. Connect the sample line from the sample preparation unit
to the overflow vessel (bottom inlet) using the fittings.
e. Change the analyzer to the 2-parameter configuration.
f. Connect the sample line to the reworked overflow with the
overflow vessel. Refer to Connect a 2-parameter option,
page 76.
3. Install the second Analyzer (Analyzer 2):
a. Feed the sample line from the overflow vessels on
b. Feed the drain tube through Analyzer 2. Use Seal Plug #3
to secure.
c. Connect the drain tube to the T-fitting.
d. Connect the sample line from Analyzer 1 to the bottom inlet
on the overflow vessel of Analyzer 2 using the fittings.
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1 AMTAX sc analyzer 4 Sample line from analyzer 1 7 Sample line
2 PHOSPHAX sc analyzer 5 Drain tube: Feed to a lower drain 8 Seal plug #3
3 Seal plug #3 6 Drain tube: Feed to a lower drain 9 Overflow vessel tube
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Option 11a uses two units of any type of sample preparation that
delivers a continuous sample stream. The waste of the analyzer is
discharged to an open drain.
1. Install the sample preparation units.
2. Feed the two sample lines from each sample preparation unit
through the analyzer. Use Seal Plug #3 to secure.
3. Feed the drain tube through the analyzer using Seal Plug #3
(Figure 42, item 2).
4. Seal the unused opening with Seal Plug #3.
6. Connect the sample line from Sample Preparation 1 to the
bottom inlet on Overflow Vessel 1 using the fittings (item 4 and
item 5).
7. Connect the sample line from Sample Preparation 2 to the
bottom inlet on Overflow Vessel 2 using the fittings (item 3 and
item 6).
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1 Seal plug #3 3 Sample line preparation 2 5 Overflow vessel 1
2 Drain tube: Feed to a lower drain 4 Sample line preparation 1 6 Overflow vessel 2
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Option 11b uses two sc analyzers with two sample preparation units
delivering continuous sample streams that cannot be pressurized.
The samples of each sample preparation unit goes to the first
analyzer. The analyzer must be changed to the 2-parameter
configuration (see Connect a 2-parameter option, page 76). The
sample lines are going from Analyzer 1 to Analyzer 2. Each
analyzer discharges waste into an open drain.
1. Install the sample preparation units.
2. Install the first Analyzer (Analyzer 1):
a. Feed the two sample lines from each sample preparation
unit through the analyzer. Use Seal Plug #3 to secure.
b. Feed the two sample lines out from Analyzer 1. Use Seal
Plug #3 to secure.
c. Feed the drain through Analyzer 1. Use Seal Plug #3
to secure.
d. Remove the drain tube with the T-fitting from the valve
block connector. Connect the drain tube to the valve block
connector. Discard the T-fitting.
e. Connect Sample Line 1 from Sample Preparation Unit 1 to
the bottom inlet on Overflow Vessel 1 using the fittings.
f. Connect Sample Line 2 from Sample Preparation Unit 2 to
the bottom inlet on Overflow Vessel 2 using the fittings.
g. Change the analyzer to the 2-parameter configuration.
h. Connect Sample Line 1 to the reworked overflow to
Overflow Vessel 1. Connect Sample Line 2 to the reworked
overflow of Overflow Vessel 2.
3. Install the second Analyzer (Analyzer 2):
a. Feed the two sample lines from the overflow vessels of
b. Feed the drain tube through Analyzer 2. Use Seal Plug #3
to secure.
c. Seal the unused openings using Seal Plug #3.
d. Connect the drain tube to the T-fitting.
e. Connect Sample Line 1 from Analyzer 1 to the bottom inlet
on Overflow Vessel 1 of Analyzer 2 using the fittings.
f. Connect Sample Line 2 from Analyzer 1 to the bottom inlet
on Overflow Vessel 2 of Analyzer 2 using the fittings.
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1 AMTAX sc analyzer 7 Overflow vessel 1 13 Overflow vessel 2
2 PHOSPHAX sc analyzer 8 Overflow vessel 2 14 Sample line to analyzer 2,
overflow vessel 1
3 Seal plug #3 9 Drain tube: Feed to a lower drain 15 Sample Line to Analyzer 2,
(maximum. 2 m/6.5 ft) overflow vessel 2
4 Drain tube: Feed to a lower drain 10 Sample line preparation 2 16 Seal plug #3
5 Sample line from analyzer 1, 11 Sample line preparation 1
overflow vessel 2
6 Sample line from analyzer 1, 12 Overflow vessel 1
overflow vessel 1
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Appendix B Fieldbus Communications
For general information about Fieldbus control, refer to the appropriate controller manuals
and to the register list (Table 13, page 110). A configuration file is needed for the use with
an OPC server. Contact the manufacturer for further information.
B.1 Fieldbus control

To start the Fieldbus control select
MAINTENANCE>TEST/MAINT>FIELDBUS>ENABLED.
Note: For safety reasons, the Fieldbus control is temporarily disabled when the AMTAX sc analyzer
is set to the service state in the menu system. To enable the Fieldbus control , select START in the
SERVICE menu.
When the service state of the instrument is activated through the Fieldbus, the Fieldbus
control remains active.
Important Note: Before starting Fieldbus communications, make sure that no person is
working on the analyzer.
The Fieldbus control registers (40048 to 40058) will be set to FFFFh (65635dec) if the
Fieldbus is disabled.
To initiate an action, enter "1" to the register for the required action (40049 to 40058), then
enter "1" to the control register 40048. The requested action is accepted when both
registers return to "0". When the instrument is waiting between measurements (long
measuring intervals) a measurement can be forced by entering "1" to register 40049 and
40048. The measurement will be initiated in 5 minutes.
Note: Ongoing internal processes like calibration and cleaning are interrupted by a forced
measurement. The interrupted process will be started again after the forced measurement. A
discharged value will be discarded before the measurement. A forced measurement during a
calibration process may have higher deviations from the true value than during a normal operation.
Internal processes like calibration and cleaning do not interrupt a measurement.
Important Note: Do not change the listed register addresses or other values, otherwise
the instrument may malfunction or become inoperable.
B.2 Remote controlled measurement series

To take a remote controlled measurement series (no automatic measurement with fixed
interval) start the following procedure.
1. Select MAINTENANCE>TEST/MAINT>FIELDBUS>ENABLED to enable the START
BY BUS feature.
2. Select CONFIGURE>MEASURING>START BY BUS>YES.
Refer to menu system for other options. It is recommended to set AVERAGE either to
"1" or to an even divider of NUMBER OF MEAS or to the same number as NUMBER
OF MEAS to avoid measurements which are not averaged.
Note: For safety reasons, the Fieldbus control and START BY BUS are temporarily disabled when
the AMTAX sc analyzer is set to the service state in the menu system. To enable START BY BUS
select MAINTENANCE>TEST/MAINT>START.
When the service state of the instrument is activated through the Fieldbus, the Fieldbus
control remains active.
Important Note: Before starting Fieldbus communications, make sure that no person is
working on the analyzer.
109
Fieldbus Communications
Important Note: Do not try to change the listed register addresses, otherwise the
instrument may malfunction or become inoperable.
The Fieldbus register contains FFFFh (65536dec) when the feature is disabled.
A measurement series is initiated with entering "1" to register 40111 (Enter "2" for
2-channel instruments to start measurements on channel 2). The register will return to "0"
after the measurement series is done. The measurement results can be found at 40001
(channel 1) and 40165 (channel 2).
A value will appear every AVERAGE and at the end of a series if remind measurement(s)
exist. Example: NUMBER OF MEAS is set to 5 and AVERAGE to 2. The result are 3
values, the first is the average of measurement 1 and 2, the second is the average of
value 3 and 4, the last value is the reminding value of the 5th measurement
Note: Internal processes like calibration and cleaning will be interrupted from a measurement
series.The interrupted process will start after the end of the measurement series. To use the START
BY BUS feature, the sample has to be available for calibration, cleaning and rinsing purposes. An
ongoing measurement series will not be interrupted by internal processes.
B.3 External trigger contact, Control by external signal

If the controller board is equipped with an external input terminal (optional board version),
measurements can be issued by applying an external DC voltage of 15V to 30V to the
terminal for longer than 3 seconds. When the field bus control is activated, the input will
issue a forced measurement as described within Fieldbus control.
When the START BY BUS feature is activated, the external input will issue a
measurement series as described within the START BY BUS section.
Note: Only measurements on channel 1 can be started with the external contact on 2 channel
instruments.
B.4 Modbus register information
Table 13 Sensor Modbus registers

Data Discrete Min/Max
Tag name Register # Length R/W Description
type range range
Actual measurement value from
MEASURE VALUE 1 40001 Float 2 R — —
channel one
Name of LOCATION 1 (see menu
LOCATION1 40005 String 8 R/W — —
system)
Unsigned Measurement units for channel 1;
MEAS.UNITS 1 40013 1 R/W 0/2 —
Integer 0=mg/L, 2=ppm
-50/
CUVETTE TEMP. 40014 Float 2 R Actual cuvette temperature in °C
99.99
Unsigned Calibration interval; 0=OFF,
CALIB.INTERVAL 40016 1 R/W 0/1/2/3/4
Integer 1=12h,2=24h, 3=36h, 4=48h
0/1/2/3/4/
5/6/7/8/9/
Acceleration time for calibration
Unsigned 10/11/12/
CALIB.START 40017 1 R/W — (24 hour format) 0=0 o’clock to
Integer 13/14/15/
23=23 o’clock
16/17/18/
19/20/21/
22/23
ENCLOSURE -50/
40020 Float 2 R — Temperature inside the analyzer
TEMP 99.9
110
Table 13 Sensor Modbus registers (continued)

type range range
-3000/ Voltage in mV for one standard
mV STANDARD1 40022 Float 2 R —
3000 sample
-3000/ Voltage in mV for two standard
mV STANDARD2 40024 Float 2 R —
3000 samples
-3000/
mV ZERO 40026 Float 2 R — Voltage in mV for the citro sample
3000
-3000/ Voltage in mV for sample (last
mV SAMPLE 40028 Float 2 R —
3000 measurement)
-3000/ Voltage in mV for current sample
mV ACTIVE 40030 Float 2 R —
3000 (actual mV)
Measurement value for channel 2
NH4-N VALUE 2 40032 Float 2 R — —
as NH4–N
NH4 VALUE 2 40034 Float 2 R — —
as NH4
NH4-N VALUE 1 40036 Float 2 R — —
as NH4–N
NH4 VALUE 1 40038 Float 2 R — —
as NH4
Integrated value of pressure at
PROBE P. MIN 40040 Float 2 R — 0/2.0 filtration probe, if not yet calculated:
nan
PROBE Actual value of pressure at filtration
40042 Float 2 R — 0/2.0
PRESSURE probe, if not yet calculated: nan
0.01/
GAIN CORR. 1 40044 Float 2 R/W — Gain correction for channel 1
100.00
-3000/
mV SLOPE 40046 Float 2 R — SLOPE of electrode
3000
BUSACTION Unsigned Enter 1 to start a BUS action (see
40048 1 R/W — 0/1
ACTIVE Integer Fieldbus control)
Unsigned
BUS ANALY.START 40049 1 R/W — 0/1 Start the analyzer about the BUS
Integer
Unsigned Start the service mode about the
BUS SERVICE 40050 1 R/W — 0/1
Integer BUS
Unsigned Start the cleaning mode about the
BUS CLEANING 40051 1 R/W — 0/1
Integer BUS
Unsigned Start the calibration mode about the
BUS CALIBRATION 40052 1 R/W — 0/1
Integer BUS
Unsigned Start the cleaning/calibration mode
BUS CLEAN/CAL. 40053 1 R/W — 0/1
Integer about the BUS
BUS PREPUMP Unsigned
40054 1 R/W — 0/1 Prepump reagent about the BUS
REA. Integer
BUS PREPUMP Unsigned Prepump cleaning solution about
40055 1 R/W — 0/1
CLEA Integer the BUS
40056 1 R/W — 0/1 Prepump standards about the BUS
STA. Integer
40057 1 R/W — 0/1 Prepump the probe about the BUS
PRO. Integer
40058 1 R/W — 0/1 Prepump all about the BUS
ALL Integer
111

type range range
DISCHARGE Unsigned Discharged values after a
40067 1 R/W — 0/10
CALIB. Integer calibration
Unsigned Remaining time of the current
REMAINING TIME 40068 1 R — 0/65535
Integer process
0/3.4028
APPL. 40069 Float 2 R — Version of application file
2347E+
38
Enter the month when the sample
Unsigned 0/1/2/3/4/ line heating is switched ON;
HEATING ON 40071 1 R/W —
Integer 5/6/7/8/9/ 0 = always OFF, 1=January,
10/11/12 2=February to 12=December
Enter month when the sample line
Unsigned 1/2/3/4/5/ heating is switched OFF;
HEATING OFF 40072 1 R/W —
Integer 6/7/8/9/1 1=January, 2=February to
0/11/12 12=December
CLEANING
40073 Time2 2 R — — Date of last filter module cleaning
MODULES
Unsigned Select the parameter for channel
SET PARAMETER 1 40075 1 R/W 19/42 —
Integer one; 19=NH4–N, 42=NH4
Due day for cleaning/exchange of
air filter pads.
AIR FILTER DISPL 40076 Integer 1 R — -32768/3
Negative values show overdue
2767
cleaning/exchange of air filter pads.
Unsigned
COOLING 40077 1 R — 0/100 Percentage of cooling fan power
Integer
ANALYZER Unsigned
40078 1 R — 0/100 Heating of the analyzer
HEATING Integer
Measurement intervall;
0=5 minutes, 1=10 minutes,
2=15 minutes to 23=120 minutes,
35=3h, 47=4h, 59=5h, 71=6h,
Unsigned 83=7h, 95=8h, 107=9h, 119=10h,
INTERVAL 40080 1 R/W 0 to 23 —
Integer 131=11h, 143=12h, 155=13h,
167=14h, 179=15h, 191=16h,
203=17h, 215=18h, 227=19h,
239=20h, 251=21h, 263=22h,
275=23h, 287=24h
0/1/2/3/4/
5/6/7/8/9/
Acceleration time for cleaning
Unsigned 10/11/12/
CLEANING START 40081 1 R/W — (24 hour format) 0=0 o`clock to
Integer 13/14/15/
23=23o´clock
16/17/18/
19/20/21/
22/23
Unsigned Status of the modules as integer in
STATUS MODULES 40082 1 R — 0/100
Integer percent
Date of the last filter module
NEW MODULES 40083 Time2 2 R/W — —
exchange
Unsigned Cleaning intervall ; 0=OFF, 1=1h,

CLEAN. INTERVAL 40085 1 R/W 0/1/3/6/8/ —
Integer 3=3h, 6=6h, 8=8h, 12=12h, 24=24h
12/24
112

type range range
SET OUTMODE Unsigned Set output mode for calibration;
40086 1 R/W 0/1 —
CAL. Integer 0=HOLD, 1= TRANSFER VALUE
DISCHARGE Unsigned
40087 1 R/W — 0/10 Discharged values after a cleaning
CLEAN. Integer
SET OUTMODE Unsigned Set output mode for cleaning;
40088 1 R/W 0/1 —
CLE. Integer 0=HOLD, 1= TRANSFER VALUE
SET OUTMODE Unsigned Set output mode for service mode;
40089 1 R/W 0/1 —
SER. Integer 0=HOLD, 1= TRANSFER VALUE
Location for the measuring channel
LOCATION2 40090 String 8 R/W — —
two for the sample
Unsigned Select the parameter for channel 2;
SET PARAMETER 2 40098 1 R/W 19/42 —
Integer 19=NH4-N, 42=NH4
GAIN CORR. 2 40099 Float 2 R/W — 0.01/100 Gain correction for channel two
.00
Unsigned Measurement units for channel 2;
MEAS.UNITS 2 40101 1 R/W 0/2 —
Integer 0=mg/L, 2=ppm
Unsigned
HUMIDITY ANALY 40102 1 R — 0/100 Humidity analyzer in percent
Integer
SOFTWARE 0/3.4028 Software version of the filtration

40103 Float 2 R —
PROBE 2347E+ probe
38
Unsigned
HUMIDITY PROBE 40105 1 R — 0/100 Humidity filtration probe in percent
Integer
Process status is coded as enum
list; enum value 0=service mode,
enum value 1=citrocal in proc, cal1
in proc., cal2 in proc., measuring
0/1/2/3/4/
1…, interval, initialisation, serv.in
5/6/7/8/9/
Unsigned proc., cleaning, warm up phase,
PROCESS STATE 40107 1 R 10/11/12/ —
Integer measuring 2…, prepump reag.,
13/14/15/
prepump clean.,prepump standard,
16/17/18/
prepumping probe, flushing, start by
19/20
BUS, warming up, reserved,
prepump.sample; enum value
20=validation
LAST CALIBRAT. 40108 Time2 2 R — — Date of the last calibration
Unsigned To set the analyzer to START BY
START BY BUS 40110 1 R/W 0/1 —
Integer BUS mode (see Start by BUS)
To trigger a measurement serie in
Unsigned
FIELDBUS 40111 1 R/W — 0/2 START BY BUS mode (see Start by
Integer
BUS)
Number of measurements in a
NUMBER OF Unsigned
40112 1 R/W — 1/100 START BY BUS measurement
MEAS. Integer
series (see Start by BUS)
Unsigned Discharge values at the beginning
DISCHARGE BUS 40113 1 R/W — 3/10
Integer of a START BY BUS series
Number of measurement values
Unsigned that result in an average value in a
AVERAGE 40114 1 R/W — —
Integer START BY BUS measurement
series.
113

type range range
2 channel mode: how often is
NO.OF VALUES Unsigned
40115 1 R/W — 0/100 channel 1 measured before
CH1 Integer
switching to channel 2
2 channel mode: how often is
NO.OF VALUES Unsigned
40116 1 R/W — 0/100 channel 2 measured before
CH2 Integer
switching to channel 1
Number of discharged values when
Unsigned
DISCHARGE VAL1 40117 1 R/W — 0/3 switching from channel 1 to
Integer
channel 2
Number of discharged values when
Unsigned
DISCHARGE VAL2 40118 1 R/W — 0/3 switching from channel 2 to
Integer
channel 1
Unsigned warning if the level of reagent is low;
REAG. WARNING 40119 1 R/W 0/1 —
Integer 0=OFF, 1=ON
TYPE 40125 String 6 R — — Name of item/analyzer
SENSOR NAME 40131 String 8 R — — User-assigned name for a sensor
Status of the modules as float in
STATUS MODULES 40140 Float 2 R — 0/100
percent; nan if not yet calculated
Unsigned
WARNING 40142 1 R/W 20/15/10/ — Reagent warning level in percent
Integer
5
Unsigned
REAGENT LEVEL 40143 1 R — 0/100 Level of reagent in percent
Integer
CLEAN SOLU Unsigned
40144 1 R — 0/100 Cleaninig solution level in percent
LEVEL Integer
STANDARDS Unsigned
40146 1 R — 0/100 Level of standards in percent
LEVEL Integer
REPLACE
40148 Time2 2 R — — Date of last electrode exchange
ELECTRO.
CHANGE
40150 Time2 2 R — — Date of last membrane exchange
MEMBRANE
Left days until exchanging piston of
pump,
PUMP DISPLAY 40154 Integer 1 R — -32768/3
negative values show overdue of
2767
exchange
Last measurement value of
MEASURE VALUE 2 40165 Float 2 R — —
channel 2
Unsigned Entry is for the device driver file;
STRUCTURE 40167 1 R — 0/65535
Integer shows the version
FIRMWARE 40168 1 R — 0/65535
CONTENT 40169 1 R — 0/65535
0/3.4028 Entry is for the application file;

LOADER 40170 Float 2 R —
2347E+ shows the version of the boot file
38
Unsigned Status of heating for sample tube;
HEATING 40172 1 R 0/1 —
Integer 0=OFF, 1=ON
114

type range range
OPERATING Unsigned
40173 2 R — 0/99999 Operating hours of analyzer
HOURS Integer
999
PUMP Remaining days for pump

40177 Integer 1 R — -32768/3
MEMBR.DISP. membrane in filter probe
2767
COMPRESSOR 40186 Integer 1 R — -32768/3 Remaining days for air compressor

2767
LAST Date of the last correction factor for
40194 Time2 2 R/W — —
CHA.FACTOR1 channel 1
LAST Date of the last correction factor for
40196 Time2 2 R/W — —
CHA.FACTOR2 channel 2
Output if sample detection detects
SAMPLE Unsigned
40218 1 R/W 0/1/2 — low sample amount; 0=Warning,
DETECTION Integer
1=Error 2=OFF
ACTUAL
40224 Time2 2 R — — Time of actual measurement value
MEAS.TIME
LAST TIME 40226 Time2 2 R — — Time of last measurement value
2.ND LAST TIME 40228 Time2 2 R — — 2.ND LAST TIME
3.RD LAST TIME 40230 Time2 2 R — — 3.RD LAST TIME
4.TH LAST TIME 40232 Time2 2 R — — 4.TH LAST TIME
Actual measurement value, not
ACTUAL VALUE 40244 Float 2 R — 0/15000
channel dependent
LAST VALUE 40246 Float 2 R — 0/15000 LIST OF VALUES
2.ND LAST VALUE 40248 Float 2 R — 0/15000 LIST OF VALUES
3.RD LAST VALUE 40250 Float 2 R — 0/15000 LIST OF VALUES
4.TH LAST VALUE 40252 Float 2 R — 0/15000 LIST OF VALUES
STAT. Unsigned Configure the level of warning for
40266 1 R/W 40/30/15 —
MODUL.WAR. Integer the status of the modules
STATUS Unsigned Configure the level of error for the
40267 1 R/W 14/10/8/0 —
MODUL.ERR Integer status of the modules
Maximum temperature inside the
ENCLOSU.TEMP.
40268 Float 2 R — -50/200 analyzer during the last 24 hours,
MAX
intervall starts with power on
Minimum temperature inside the
ENCLOSU.TEMP.
40270 Float 2 R — -50/200 analyzer during the last 24 hours,
MIN
intervall starts with power on
115

type range range
EXHAUST Unsigned Analyzer checks the exhaust
40272 1 R/W 0/1 —
CONTROL Integer whether it is blocked; 0=OFF, 1=ON
Left days until next electrolyte
-32768/3
ELECTROLYTE 40277 Integer 1 R — change, negative values shows
2767
overdue
Sets if there is a warning when
Unsigned
ELECTROLYTE 40278 1 R/W 0/1 — electrolyte has to be exchanged;
Integer
0=OFF, 1=WARNING
Unsigned Sets if there is an error if the ZERO
FALSE ELEC DATA 40279 1 R/W 0/1 —
Integer value is out of range; 0=OFF, 1=ON
Errors are coded bit wise. bit
0=TEMP. < 0 °C/ 32°F?, bit
1=ANALYZ. TO COLD, COOLING
FAILED,HUMIDITY ANALY,
HUMIDITY PROBE; PROBE
MISSING, NO HEAT UP,
Unsigned
ERROR LIST 40280 2 R — — CUVSENSOR DEFECT,
Integer
TEMPSENS DEFECT, CUVHEAT
DEFECT, CUV TOO HOT,
ELECTRODE SLOPE, FALSE
ELEC DATA, MODULES CONTAM.,
DRAIN BLOCKED, SAMPLE1, bit
16= SAMPLE2
Warnings are coded bit wise, bit 0=
WARMUP PHASE, bit 1=COOLING
DOWN, SERVICE MODE,
REAGENT LEVEL, CLEAN SOLU
LEVEL, ANALYZER TO COLD,
Unsigned
WARNING LIST 40282 2 R — — ANALYZER TO WARM, CUV TOO
Integer
COOL, MODULES CONTAM.,
STANDARDS LEVEL,
ELECTRODE SLOPE,
reserved,SAMPLE1,
ELEKTROLYTE, bit 14=SAMPLE2
Name of LOCATION (see menu
EDIT NAME 40285 String 8 R/W
system)
ELECTROLYTE 40293 Float 2 R electrode drift per 24h in mV
116
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AMTAX sc, AMTAX indoor sc

Section 1 Specifications .........................................................................................................5

6.5 Replace the membrane cap, electrolyte and electrode .............................................................50

AMTAX sc: IP55

Measuring method GSE (Gas-Sensitive Electrode)

Electrical power consumption 500 VA

Sample flow Range: 1.0 L/h–20.0 L/h

Sample quality Ultra filtrated or comparable

Permissible pH value of the sample 5 to 9

Permissible hardness range <= 50 °dH 8.95 mMol/L

Permissible chlorid range <= 1000 mg/L Cl–

Figure 1 Instrument dimensions AMTAX sc

Figure 2 Instrument dimensions AMTAX indoor sc

2.1 Safety information

2.1.1 Use of hazard information

Note: Information that supplements points in the main text.

2.1.2 Precautionary labels

Danger! Do not reach into the device!

2.1.3 Change instrument labels

2.2 Product overview

Dual channel operation is only possible with continuous sample

Figure 3 AMTAX sc enclosure

Figure 4 AMTAX indoor sc enclosure

3.1 Basic installation overview

3.2 Unpack the instrument

3.3 Mechanical installation

3.3.1 Mount the instrument

3.3.1.1 Wall mount

2. Attach the angle bracket to the instrument using the

3. Slide the bottom of the enclosure onto the fastening bracket.

4. Attach the enclosure to the fastening bracket.

5. Attach the angle bracket on the enclosure to the wall.

Figure 5 Bracket dimensions for wall mounting

Figure 6 Wall mounting the analyzer

3.4 Initial instrument setup

Figure 7 Open the enclosure AMTAX sc

Figure 8 Open the enclosure AMTAX indoor sc

3.4.2 Remove the shipping transport locks

Figure 9 Remove the analyzer panel transport locks

Figure 10 Compressor transport lock removal1

3.4.3 Installation of the collecting tray

Figure 11 Installation of the collecting tray

3.4.4 Connect the humidity sensor

Figure 12 Connect the humidity sensor

3.4.5 Determine the appropriate installation option

1 For 2-parameter options, refer to Connect a 2-parameter option, page 76.

1 Plug 2 Plug 3 Plug 3 — — —

2 Plug 2 Plug 1 Plug 3 — — —

3 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 3 — — —

4 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 3 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 3

5 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 1 — — —

6 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 3

7 Plug 2 Plug 3 Plug 3 — — —

8 Plug 1 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3

9 Plug 1 Plug 1 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3

10 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3

11 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3 Plug 3