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3-8 ADS

Manual

Gathering Parts and Supplies

Obtain the following supplies before installing the ring and sensors
to prevent any costly delays. When ordering, specify the

flow monitor installation hardware for ring mounting. In addition,
please indicate the type of mounting hardware desired for mounting
the monitor:

mounting bracket

(wall/rim mount) or

hook

(rung

mount).

Quantity

Description

ADS P/N

flow monitor (

battery or externally-

powered

)

8000-FST-IM-GL or

8000-FST-IM-EP-

Monitor mounting bracket/flange (

for mounting

monitor to manhole rim or wall

)

I40

–0009

Monitor mounting bracket bolt, hex, SS, M8 x

30mm

508058

Monitor mounting bracket washer, flat, SS

517-8001254-00

Monitor mounting bracket washer, split lock,

517-8001274-00

1 as

needed

Hook, SS, 2-piece w/ hardware

(

for hanging monitor on manhole rung;

Alternative to ADS p/n I40-0009

)

8000-0021

1 as

needed

Bracket, mounting, sliding, Ultrasonic Depth

Sensor (mounting plate)

8000-0307

1 as

needed

Bracket, adapter, sliding (for mounting

Ultrasonic Depth Sensor to existing I25-0001

mounting plate)

8000-0299

1 as

needed

Bracket, mounting, slide, Surface Combo

Sensor (mounting plate)

8000-0307

1 as

needed

Adapter, silt mount for Peak Combo Sensor

8000-0271

Stainless steel ring (sized for pipe)

I25-0081 to 0094

See Appendix B

Up to 2

(1 per

monitoring

point)

Peak Combo Sensor

– upward ultrasonic depth

sensor, pressure depth sensor, & peak velocity

sensor w/ M3 x 6mm stainless steel, flathead

screws

8K-CS4-xx-35/1H

(35-ft./10.6-m or

100-ft./30.5-m

cable)

Summary of Contents for Intrinsically-Safe TRITON+

Page 1: ...ADS Intrinsically Safe TRITON Installation Operation and Maintenance Manual November 2014 QR 775027 A3 1300 Meridian Street Suite 3000 Huntsville Alabama 35801 256 430 3366 www adsenv com ...

Page 2: ...Company Telit is a registered trademark of Telit Communications PLC All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Notice of Proprietary Information The information contained herein represents the latest information available at the time of publication ADS LLC reserves the right to make any changes or modifications to the content of this docum...

Page 3: ...azardous Area Compliance 1 13 IECEx International Electrotechnical Commission Explosive Hazardous Area Compliance 1 19 CSA Hazardous Area Compliance 1 21 Declaration of Conformity 1 24 Installation and Configuration 1 26 Product Warranty 1 28 New Product Warranty 1 28 Out of Warranty Product Repairs 1 28 Troubleshooting Fee 1 29 Shipping 1 29 Service 1 30 Chapter 2 System Overview 2 1 TRITON Flow ...

Page 4: ...tor 3 69 Chapter 4 Communication 4 1 Cellular Based Wireless Communication 4 3 Installing the Antenna and SIM Card 4 5 Gathering Parts and Supplies 4 5 Installing the Wireless Antenna 4 7 Installing the SIM Card 4 11 Connecting the Antenna to the Monitor 4 14 Connecting to the Monitor in the Field 4 16 Connecting Directly to the Monitor 4 17 Connecting to the Monitor through the ExPAC 4 18 Chapter...

Page 5: ...r Retrieval 6 74 Verifying the Modbus Output Data 6 74 Running Sensor Diagnostics 6 76 Performing Confirmations 6 79 Collecting Data from the Monitor 6 82 Upgrading the Monitor Firmware 6 85 Viewing Diagnostic and Data Logs 6 87 Chapter 7 Monitor Installation 7 1 Mounting the Monitor on Manhole Rung 7 3 Mounting the Monitor to the Manhole Wall 7 4 Mounting the Monitor to the Manhole Rim 7 7 Chapte...

Page 6: ...lacement Parts and Supplies 10 2 Inspecting the Monitor 10 3 Inspecting Cleaning and Handling the Sensors 10 18 Replacing the SIM Card 10 21 Replacing the Fuses in the Monitor 10 25 Interpreting the Diagnostic LED Codes on the ExPAC 10 31 Troubleshooting 10 33 General Monitor Problems 10 34 Communication Problems 10 38 Ultrasonic Depth Subsystem 10 42 Upward Depth Subsystem 10 47 Peak Velocity Sub...

Page 7: ...12 XBUS A 13 XIO A 14 Appendix B Part Numbers B 1 Appendix C Monitor Activity Codes C 1 Appendix D System Configuration and Setup to Support the Telog Ru 33 D 1 Configuring the Monitor to Support the Ru 33 D 2 Connecting the Monitor to the Ru 33 D 2 ...

Page 8: ...monitoring surcharges Managing inter agency billing Monitoring sewage handling facilities wastewater treatment plants and pump stations The battery or externally powered TRITON monitor provides exceptional accuracy and reliability in measuring open channel flow depth and velocity to determine flow rate quantity in pipes This flow data is the essential element required to successfully perform inves...

Page 9: ...s are classified rated as Zone 0 equivalent to Class I Division 1 in North America The TRITON flow monitor Model 8000 FST IM is certified for use in North America in areas where the Class Division system is observed The TRITON has been tested to worldwide IECEx International Electrotechnical Commission Explosive standards and is certified for use in areas requiring Class I Division 1 equipment The...

Page 10: ...s in Canada It is the customer s responsibility to ensure that the certification s provided for the ADS equipment meets the applicable regulatory requirements Note TRITON models include the 8000 FST IM and 8000 FST IM EP TRITON System Certification The TRITON unit and associated telemetry equipment are certified for use only with approved ADS battery packs sensors communication cables and telemetr...

Page 11: ...bove the flow ADS p n 8K CS5 V2 05 30 8K CS5 V2 15 30 or 8K CS5 V2 30 1H Ultrasonic Depth Sensor Performs downward ultrasonic depth measurement alone and mounts at the top or crown of the pipe above the flow ADS p n 8K CS5 D1 00 30 Extension cables are available for these sensors in lengths up to a maximum of 300 feet 91 m Note Detailed descriptions and specifications for the sensors are available...

Page 12: ...e Telog RTU Model Ru 33 also supports wireless communication via the Telog passthrough mode The Telog is mounted next to the TRITON in the hazardous area and connected to the monitor using the Triton Telog Comm Cable ADS p n 8000 0054 01 However please note that because the Telog unit does not possess IS certification the installation will not be considered intrinsically safe if the Telog unit is ...

Page 13: ...is used at the accessible surface of this unit in the event of rare incidents ignition sources due to impact and friction sparks may occur This shall be considered when it is being installed particularly in locations that require equipment with a Group II Ga level of protection The equipment ADS Model 8000 FST IM shall be used in the hazardous area only when fully assembled Do not perform any main...

Page 14: ... FST IM ADS sensor types 8K CS4 and 8K CS5 The only communication devices that may be connected to the COMM EXT PWR connector on the TRITON are the USB Serial Interface ADS p n 8000 0337 the ExPAC XBUS XIO power cable ADS p n 8000 378 10 25 the Direct Connect Interface ADS p n 8000 0054 and the Sampler Cable ADS p n 8000 0348 Note The Triton Telog Comm Cable ADS p n 8000 0054 01 also may be connec...

Page 15: ...al for troubleshooting guidelines The following maintenance procedures may be performed in the field but they must be performed as described in this manual Installing and swapping monitor Installing and swapping sensors Installing and swapping battery pack Swapping fuses in power regulator in monitor Installing and swapping SIM card on monitor port Replacing pressure depth sensor dryer tube and de...

Page 16: ...Introduction 1 9 monitor please contact ADS or IETG when applicable through the contact information listed at the end of this chapter ...

Page 17: ...the monitor Changes or Modifications Changes or modifications to the TRITON flow monitor not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance will void the IS certification Personnel performing installation of the TRITON flow monitor should carefully follow the guidelines contained in this manual when installing and maintaining the monitor Failure to strictly adhere to these guidelines c...

Page 18: ... drawing depicts the interconnections allowed for the TRITON It is intended for use by inspection professionals for audit certificate compliance however it is a good tool for understanding the structure of the TRITON flow monitoring system ...

Page 19: ...1 12 ADS TRITON Manual Control Drawing ...

Page 20: ...e Wireless telemetry is provided via a third party FCC and carrier approved commercial HSPA GSM or CDMA EV DO modem inside the TRITON monitor and a corresponding antenna Two antenna options are available through ADS However customers may obtain their own antennas to accommodate specific needs or requirements If a customer supplied antenna is preferable or required consult an ADS or IETG as applica...

Page 21: ...ment is likely to come into contact with aggressive substances then it is the responsibility of the user to take suitable precautions that prevent it from being adversely affected thus ensuring that the type of protection is not compromised Aggressive substances such as acidic liquids or gases that may attack metals or solvents that may affect polymeric materials Suitable precautions such as regul...

Page 22: ...Introduction 1 15 Sira TRITON Certification Label CSA TRITON Certification Label Sira Combo Sensor CSX Series Certification Label ...

Page 23: ...1 16 ADS TRITON Manual CSA Sensor Certification Label Sira USB Serial Interface Certification Label CSA USB Serial Interface Certification Label ...

Page 24: ...Sira 09ATEX2027X can also be used to substantiate conformance to applicable EU laws for IS equipment The following page is a copy of the first page of the certificate Note This copy was current at the time of publication of this manual To access the latest version and entire content of the certificate please contact ADS ...

Page 25: ...1 18 ADS TRITON Manual First page of the TRITON ATEX Certificate ...

Page 26: ...60079 0 2004 IEC 60079 11 2006 and IEC 60079 26 2006 This IECEx certificate can also be used to substantiate conformance to applicable international standards for IS equipment The following page is a copy of the first page of the certificate Note This copy was current at the time of publication of this manual To access the latest version and entire content of the certificate please contact ADS ...

Page 27: ...1 20 ADS TRITON Manual First page of the TRITON IECEx Certificate of Conformity ...

Page 28: ...rements C22 2 No 0 10 CAN CSA C22 2 No 60079 0 11 and CAN CSA C22 2 No 60079 11 11 The following CSA certificate can also be used to substantiate conformance to applicable Canadian standards for IS equipment Note The certificate displayed on the following pages was current at the time of publication of this manual To access the latest certificates please contact ADS ...

Page 29: ...1 22 ADS TRITON Manual CSA Certificate of Compliance Page 1 ...

Page 30: ...Introduction 1 23 CSA Certificate of Compliance Page 2 ...

Page 31: ...kept on file at the facility responsible for repair and maintenance of this equipment A copy of the relevant DoC also must be shipped with each product If you have any questions about the DoC please contact ADS LLC by telephone at 1 877 237 9585 or email at adssupportcenter idexcorp com Sample TRITON Declaration of Conformity Page 1 ...

Page 32: ...Introduction 1 25 Sample TRITON Declaration of Conformity Page 2 ...

Page 33: ...ors to Ring or Special Bands Secure Sensor Cables to Ring or Special Bands Install Sensors in the Pipe Install Ring or Band in Pipe Secure Sensor Cables Along Pipe and Up Manhole Install Monitor in Manhole Connect Sensors to Monitor Establish Wireless or On Site Communication with Monitor Note This manual provides instructions on performing the remaining activities through the ADS Qstart software ...

Page 34: ...Introduction 1 27 Activate Monitor Qstart software Run Diagnostics and Perform Confirmations Qstart software ...

Page 35: ... unauthorized repair or replacement will void this product warranty Any repair or replacement will be covered by this new product warranty for ninety 90 days from the date that such repaired or replaced product is shipped from ADS This warranty is available only if the product has been installed and operated in accordance with the procedures outlined in the ADS Operations and Maintenance Manual Th...

Page 36: ...rt duties fees taxes and other related charges are the responsibility of the owner THIS IS THE ONLY WARRANTY FOR ADS PRODUCTS NO OTHER WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS THE ONLY REMEDY IN NO EVENT WILL ADS BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES Warranty Return Information ...

Page 37: ... 237 9585 Email adssupportcenter idexcorp com For IETG Customers For service or warranty issues or questions inside the United Kingdom please contact the IETG Service Center IETG Ltd Cross Green Way Cross Green Industrial Estate Leeds West Yorkshire LS9 0SE England Telephone 0113 201 9700 Fax 0113 201 9701 Email flowhawk support ietg co uk Web www ietg co uk ...

Page 38: ... monitor receives the raw flow depth and velocity data from the sensors based on a defined time interval and then processes the data which may involve calculating the flow rate The monitor memory can store up to 150 days of data based on logging 6 entities at a 15 minute sample rate The storage capacity varies according to the number of sensors attached to the monitor the number of entities stored...

Page 39: ...nditions ULTRASONIC DEPTH SENSOR PEAK COMBO SENSOR TRITON MONITOR FLOW SURFACE COMBO SENSOR OR INSTALLATION RING TM Typical TRITON flow monitoring system installation Communication between the monitor and the user s office or field computer can occur over TCP IP remote wireless communication or a USB serial interface cable on site communication The TRITON is powered by a 12 volt IS battery pack or...

Page 40: ... the Location Information File LIF for storage in the user s local directory and building the necessary code and variables for the site The LIF contains information such as pipe characteristics monitor identification active sensors sensor offsets data log rate and other parameters necessary for measuring the flow both accurately and efficiently Activation involves downloading the site specific inf...

Page 41: ...een the monitor top and protective regulator dome Communications ADS offers both remote wireless and on site direct communication options for the TRITON monitor Wireless Communication Wireless communication occurs over the 3G 4G UMTS HSPA network using TCP IP Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol UMTS HSPA TCP IP facilitates high speed low cost efficient digital communication in areas wi...

Page 42: ...o offers 2G coverage with quad band GPRS and EDGE class 12 Direct Communication On site or direct communication with all monitors is available through an IS USB serial interface direct connect cable ADS p n 8000 0337 for battery powered units or through a standard A to B USB cable when using external power Processor Board TRITON top with processor board attached ...

Page 43: ...rete signal pulse to a water quality sampler Displaying system power and operational status and diagnostic codes Initiating event notification through alarms Transmits readings and signals through analog and digital outputs and requests and receives data and status information through analog and digital inputs The board allocates portions of memory to firmware embedded software in the monitor that...

Page 44: ...S N See CONTROL DWG 8000BK0009 Voir SCHEMA DE CONTROLE Use only battery pack 8000 0043 SIR 006 Monitor top with sensor and communication power sampler connector ports The connector ports located on top of the monitor can receive up to two sensors a communication device and or power cable and an antenna CHANNEL 1 and CHANNEL 2 Ports These ports can receive up to two of the following sensors Peak Co...

Page 45: ...through a third party sampler ANTENNA Port This port receives the antenna supporting wireless communications with the TRITON monitor The connector ports are keyed to receive only the proper sensor antenna or communication cables The TRITON also has a SIM card enclosure described in the following section that contains a removable SIM card for communications An air pressure valve also resides within...

Page 46: ...tween the user and monitor requires a static SIM card Dynamic SIM cards may only transfer data to an FTP site or an ADS Web based software database Communicating directly using a monitor with a dynamic SIM card requires the IS USB serial interface direct connect cable ADS p n 8000 0337 ...

Page 47: ... to achieve intrinsic safety TRITON 12 volt battery The power regulator built into the dome assembly that covers and protects the processor board is critical to intrinsically safe operation It regulates the voltage supplied from the internal IS battery pack to the TRITON ensuring that the monitor always operates within its IS certification requirements It also includes replaceable fuses and curren...

Page 48: ...s unit ExPAC ADS p n 8000 0377 external Modbus interface unit XBUS ADS p n 8000 0427 or external input output device XIO ADS p n 8000 0400 located outside the manhole near the power source These units regulate the power coming to the monitor and can provide Modbus ExPAC or XBUS and analog and digital input and output interfaces XIO between the monitor and third party equipment The XBUS enclosure i...

Page 49: ...2 12 ADS TRITON Manual ExPAC XBUS ...

Page 50: ...xPAC Note ADS offers a version of the TRITON ADS p n 8000 FST IM EP GL specifically designed for receiving external DC power that does not include the battery pack However battery powered TRITON monitors ADS p n 8000 FST IM GL may be converted to receive external power using a special kit available through ADS p n 8000 0434 xxx Powering the monitor through an external source is particularly advant...

Page 51: ...2 14 ADS TRITON Manual Refer to Chapter 5 External Power for more information on powering a TRITON through an external source ...

Page 52: ...y of the flow from the top or bottom of the pipe and or from within or outside of the flow A sewer system s hydraulics are much more stable and uniform in the incoming pipe than in the manhole invert or outgoing pipe Therefore the sensors mount to a stainless steel expandable ring or stainless steel bands installed in the pipe upstream from the manhole Installing them upstream minimizes the hydrau...

Page 53: ...h signals bouncing off water surface Pressure Depth Sensor A pressure transducer in the Peak Combo Sensor also measures the depth of the flow over the sensor The monitor can use this data for comparison with other depth measurement devices in less than full pipe conditions The pressure depth sensor also can measure depths greater than full pipe that may extend up into the manhole during surcharge ...

Page 54: ...ecific frequency upward into the flow The sound wave bounces off particles in the flow and returns to the sensor The velocity sensor measures the change in the sound wave s frequency from transmission to reception This change is used to determine the peak velocity of the flow based on the Doppler effect FLOW PARTICLES Peak Combo Sensor peak velocity transducer The Doppler effect describes the shif...

Page 55: ...first transmits an ultrasonic signal downward from one of the crystals on the sensor face that bounces off the flow surface and returns to the other crystal The monitor measures the travel time elapsed between transmission and reception of the reflected sound signal Based on the elapsed time and the speed of sound the monitor determines the range The range represents the distance between the senso...

Page 56: ...sture shedding Teflon coating FLOW Ultrasonic depth sensor sending signals to flow surface to determine range Surface Combo Sensor The Surface Combo Sensor with a standard 30 foot 9 1 m cable ADS p n 8K CS5 V2 XX 30 1H mounts at the top of the pipe and measures ultrasonic depth surcharge pressure depth surface velocity and surcharge peak velocity using four independent sensors ...

Page 57: ...sed time and the speed of sound the monitor determines the range The range represents the distance between the sensor face and flow surface The monitor calculates the depth of the flow by subtracting the range from the pipe diameter It compensates for the speed of sound in the air using the temperature recorded by a temperature sensor housed within the ultrasonic depth sensor The ultrasonic depth ...

Page 58: ... not recommend using this sensor for measuring velocity at locations with smooth flow surfaces or velocities of less than 1 foot per second 0 3 m s FLOW SURFACE VELOCITY Measuring velocity using the surface velocity sensor Surcharge Peak Velocity Sensor This sensor measures the velocity of the flow during surcharge conditions using the same methodology as the Peak Combo Velocity Sensor Therefore i...

Page 59: ...the same technique as the other combo sensors except from the top of the pipe Since it can provide an accurate depth only when submerged the data from this sensor is useful only under full pipe or surcharge conditions The Surface Combo Sensor offers three options for pressure measurement 0 5 PSI 0 0 34 Bar 0 15 PSI 0 1 03 Bar and 0 30 PSI 0 2 07 Bar ...

Page 60: ...tions through the ADS ExPAC or ADS XBUS Inside of XIO showing I O terminal block power supply and ExPAC Analog Inputs and Outputs The monitor can support up to two 4 20mA analog inputs and two 4 20mA analog outputs The analog output capability may be used to provide information or signals to third party systems such as monitors from other vendors The TRITON sends out information ...

Page 61: ... at an interval equivalent to the monitor s sample rate The digital outputs serve as relays to notify other third party systems concerning certain flow conditions detected by the TRITON Conditions typically involve flows crossing established thresholds that trigger events The TRITON refreshes the state of these outputs every 15 seconds Modbus Modbus is a protocol that enables communication to occu...

Page 62: ...s installed in the sewer pipe a short distance upstream from the manhole invert Installing the sensors upstream minimizes the hydraulic effects and erroneous data readings caused by foamy waters waves in the flow sewer noise non laminar flow and obstructions in the manhole Following is the basic procedure for installing the TRITON monitor and sensors at a location Investigate the Site Characterist...

Page 63: ...ing the sensors to the TRITON monitor It also includes general instructions for connecting a third party water quality sampler to the monitor ULTRASONIC DEPTH SENSOR PEAK COMBO SENSOR TRITON MONITOR FLOW SURFACE COMBO SENSOR OR INSTALLATION RING TM Typical TRITON flow monitor and sensor installation This chapter contains instructions for properly installing the sensors in sanitary storm and combin...

Page 64: ...Sensor Installation and Connection 3 3 claims or liability resulting directly or indirectly from the use of this installation guide or the installation of any ADS equipment ...

Page 65: ...d off center peak flow velocities However please note that a limited degree of roughness in the flow is necessary to ensure the sensor signal can adequately reflect off the flow surface Absence of Significant Silt Buildup at Pipe Bottom Silt present at an otherwise favorable site must be accounted for to obtain accurate flow measurements The sensor may require positioning up the side of the pipe t...

Page 66: ...ollowing activities when installing the sensors and monitor Sensor Installation Method Pipe size and shape determine the installation method to employ for installing the sensors Standard Installation Select this option to install sensors in round pipes from 8 inches 200 mm to 48 inches 1219 mm in diameter Standard installations involve attaching sensors to an adjustable stainless steel ring that m...

Page 67: ...ts Refer to the Qstart online help for more information Note All relevant pipe dimensions and measurements are required for entry in the Qstart software during monitor configuration and activation The software primarily requires pipe shape height and width during these activities Manhole Depth Measure the distance from the rim to the manhole invert Distances beyond 30 feet could require extension ...

Page 68: ...alled to ensure the entire system functions and to verify network quality of service before installation This check should be done before field deployment and again at the monitoring site before installing the monitor Refer to Chapter 4 Communication for more information Standard Installation Performing a standard sensor installation involves the following process Gathering the parts and supplies ...

Page 69: ...g bracket washer flat SS 517 8001254 00 3 Monitor mounting bracket washer split lock SS 517 8001274 00 1 as needed Hook SS 2 piece w hardware for hanging monitor on manhole rung Alternative to ADS p n I40 0009 8000 0021 1 as needed Bracket mounting sliding Ultrasonic Depth Sensor mounting plate 8000 0307 1 as needed Bracket adapter sliding for mounting Ultrasonic Depth Sensor to existing I25 0001 ...

Page 70: ...s needed 2 in stainless steel anchor bolts w nut and washer 1 3 8 inch x 3 inch anchor bolt and nut 1 Replacement dryer tube 3704 0032 1 IS PC communication USB Serial Cable 8000 0337 1 Antenna for wireless communication 3800 0162 or 3800 0163 1 as needed Magnet for activating diagnostic codes in the monitor through the LED STATUS window 8000 0140 1 as needed SIM card for monitor modem 507181 1 as...

Page 71: ...ressure depth transducers indicated by xx in the part number are available in Peak Combo Sensors and Surface Combo Sensors in 0 5 psi 0 0 34 Bar 0 15 psi 0 1 03 Bar and 0 30 psi 0 2 07 Bar pressure ranges Example a Peak Combo Sensor with a 0 15 psi 0 1 03 Bar pressure transducer would be specified in psi 8K CS4 15 35 3 Extension cables can be ordered to specific lengths up to 300 ft 91m Note the d...

Page 72: ...rewdrivers flathead and Phillips head of assorted sizes Thread tap compatible with the thread spec on the monitor mounting stud 3 8 in standard Diagonal wire cutters Folding carpenter s rule with a brass slide Mastic tape ADS p n 507193 or rubber coaxial stretch tape Assembling the Ring The flow sensors mount to a stainless steel ring for installation in the pipe Several different ring sizes exist...

Page 73: ... mechanism screw through the hole in the center of the ring stabilizer Ensure that the head of the screw fits into the countersunk hole Ring stabilizer with spreader mechanism screw 2 Slide the open end of the ring end without the welded metal band through the flanges in the ring stabilizer making sure the flanges face the outside of the ring and the spreader mechanism screw faces the inside of th...

Page 74: ...o the ring 3 Slide the ring stabilizer all the way around the ring until it is about 4 inches 102 mm from the welded metal band at the other end of the ring Moving the ring stabilizer into position 4 Position the ring with the downstream edge edge with the holes facing you ...

Page 75: ...pposite the edge with the holes for securing the sensor cable Sliding the Surface Combo Ultrasonic Depth Sensor mounting plate onto the ring Note For applications that involve replacing a previous version of the Ultrasonic Depth Sensor for example ADS p n 8K CS3 V0 XX 30 with a new Ultrasonic Depth Sensor ADS p n 8K CS5 D1 00 30 or Surface Combo Sensor and an existing ring remains assembled and se...

Page 76: ...tream end of the plate until the adapter bracket contacts the backstop at the downstream end of the plate The new sensor attaches to the adapter bracket in the same way it attaches to the new sensor mounting plate ADS p n 8000 0307 described later in this chapter Mounting plate for previous version of Ultrasonic Depth Sensor ...

Page 77: ...acket into existing sensor mounting plate Sliding adapter bracket seated in existing mounting plate 6 Move the sensor mounting plate around the ring Note Steps 7 and 8 apply only to overlapping rings Proceed directly to step 9 for non overlapping rings ...

Page 78: ...slide the ring stabilizer with the spreader mechanism screw into the gap Moving the ring stabilizer into position 9 Perform the following based on the ring type Overlapping Insert the spreader mechanism screw completely through the hole at the open end of the ring Non Overlapping Insert a spreader mechanism screw through the hole at the left end of the ring so that the end of the screw extends ins...

Page 79: ...e edge with small holes facing you 12 Lay the spreader mechanism across the inside of the ring with the downstream end of the mechanism end with the large welded nut facing you the four spreader bars facing toward the inside of the ring and the shoulder bolts pointed outside the ring 13 Place a washer and then the downstream left spreader bar over the spreader mechanism screw ...

Page 80: ...the upstream left spreader bar onto the same screw 15 Lightly turn the hex nut onto the screw ensuring that it passes through the holes in the end of the spreader bar Note Steps 16 through 18 apply only to overlapping rings For a non overlapping ring proceed to step 19 Attaching the spreader bars ...

Page 81: ...6 Turn the ring until the spreader mechanism is in the 12 00 position 17 Align the spreader mechanism screw so that the head is visible through one of the ring size adjustment holes Aligning the screw head and adjustment hole ...

Page 82: ...e spreader mechanism screw and hex nut 19 Insert the second spreader mechanism screw through the following hole based on the ring type Overlapping Appropriate ring size adjustment hole on the outside of the ring Non overlapping Last hole on the other free end of the ring inserting the screw from the outside of the ring 20 Slip the large washer onto the screw on the inside of the ring ...

Page 83: ...ITON Manual Place the washers onto the second spreader mechanism screw 21 Place the spreader bars over the screw and tighten a hex nut on the screw Spreader mechanism attached to the ring view from inside the ring ...

Page 84: ...ructions on mounting the Peak Combo Sensor to the ring To ensure the most accurate flow data standard pipe installations require proper positioning of the sensors on the ring as well as in the pipe When facing upstream and viewing from the downstream edge of the ring the sensors should be mounted on the ring in the following locations Peak Combo Sensor Mount the sensor as close as possible to the ...

Page 85: ...e Pipe on page 3 29 ULTRASONIC DEPTH SENSOR OR SURFACE COMBO SENSOR PEAK COMBO SENSOR Proper positioning of sensors on the ring showing the Surface Combo Sensor at top and Peak Combo Sensor at bottom Surface Combo Sensor or Ultrasonic Depth Sensor Mount the sensor at the twelve o clock position top of the pipe when the spreader mechanism is in the one o clock position Caution Handle all sensors an...

Page 86: ...ilt mount adapter ADS p n 8000 0271 to install the sensor further up the left side of the pipe between 15 and 45 degrees or the 6 30 to 7 30 position attach the Peak Combo Sensor to the ring in the following way Seat the Peak Combo Sensor onto the slightly elevated portion of the top of the silt mount adapter The elevated portion of the adapter should insert easily into the inset portion of the bo...

Page 87: ...ak Combo Sensor to the Silt Mount Adapter Use two M3 X 10mm stainless steel flathead screws do not substitute any other screws to secure the adapter to the ring at the appropriate location on the ring to ensure the sensor will be positioned between 15 and 45 degrees 6 30 to 7 30 up the left side of the pipe and below the flow surface once installed The nose of the sensor should be facing the same ...

Page 88: ...able to the ring Refer to Securing the Cables to the Ring on page 3 27 for instructions on properly securing the cable Securing the Cables to the Ring Securing the Peak Combo Sensor cable to the ring helps prevent debris from collecting between the cable and the ring or catching on the loose cable It also prevents the loose cables from disrupting the flow Secure the cable in the following way 1 St...

Page 89: ...ing erroneous pressure depth readings In addition make sure the connector end of the sensor is not kinked does not contain moisture and includes an attached dryer tube filled with active blue desiccant 4 Use the diagonal cutters to cut off the excess portion of the cable ties Mounting the Surface Combo Sensor or Ultrasonic Depth Sensor The Surface Combo Sensor Ultrasonic Depth Sensor is not mounte...

Page 90: ...e to contract it 3 Place the ring in the input pipe at least 12 inches 305 mm upstream from the manhole or edge of the pipe with the sensors facing upstream toward the oncoming flow It must be located far enough upstream from the manhole to minimize the effect of the draw down caused by a possible drop in the manhole invert FLOW 12 Installing the ring at least 12 inches 305 mm upstream from the ma...

Page 91: ...ed at the crown of the pipe The crank spreader mechanism is offset to the side The bottom sensor may be rotated off the bottom centerline up to 15 degrees 5 30 to 6 30 positions up either side of the pipe without the adapter or from 15 to 45 degrees the 6 30 to 7 30 positions up the left side of the pipe with the silt mount adapter However rotating the ring and sensor requires accurately measuring...

Page 92: ... silt after fully securing the ring step 7 Make sure the ring is flat flush against the inside surface of the pipe to avoid obstructing the flow or catching debris Verify that the Peak Combo Sensor or silt mount adapter when applicable is flush with the pipe surface Any elevation of the sensor or significant deterioration or imperfection in the pipe surface around the sensor can create an open spa...

Page 93: ...owever do not tighten the ring against the pipe completely at this point 5 Mount the Surface Combo Sensor or Ultrasonic Depth Sensor to the ring by inserting the studs on the back of the sensor into the keyholes on the sensor mounting plate at the top of the ring and sliding the sensor back in a downstream direction until it is fully in place The sensor cable should exit the downstream edge of the...

Page 94: ...CS5 D1 00 30 and an existing ring remains assembled and secured in the pipe use a sliding adapter bracket ADS p n 8000 0299 to accommodate the new sensor in the existing sensor mounting plate Once the previous sensor has been removed slide the adapter bracket into the groves on the existing plate from the upstream end of the plate until the adapter bracket contacts the backstop at the downstream e...

Page 95: ...RASONIC DEPTH SENSOR PREVIOUS VERSION OF Attaching the Ultrasonic Depth Sensor to Sliding Adapter Bracket Note Handle the Surface Combo Sensor Ultrasonic Depth Sensor with care and do not expose it to extreme temperatures for an extended period of time Keep the sensor in its protective packaging until it is time for installation Avoid contacting the metal connector at the end of the sensor cable o...

Page 96: ...wn To protect the crystals on the sensor use a block of wood of uniform dimensions between the level and the flat face of the horizontal ultrasonic depth sensor portion of the sensor SURFACE COMBO ULTRASONIC DEPTH SENSOR WOOD BLOCK SPACER LEVEL MANHOLE RING PIPE Leveling the ultrasonic depth sensor If necessary adjust the level in either sensor in the following way Remove the sensor from the mount...

Page 97: ...d bend the crank assembly 8 Install an anchor bolt in the manhole wall just above the pipe crown Using an anchor cable tie secure the Surface Combo Sensor cable 9 Restore any silt moved to its previous level and confirm that the Peak Combo Sensor is still above the silt level 10 Measure the physical offsets for the sensors in the following way Peak Combo Sensor Physical Offset Manually measure the...

Page 98: ...he distance from the crown top of the pipe to the face of the sensor horizontal surface with the two depth crystals to determine the physical offset Typical offsets range from 1 25 to 1 50 inches 32 to 38 mm Note These offsets are required when configuring the monitor using the Qstart software 11 Secure the sensor cables from the ring to the location at which the monitor is mounted in the manhole ...

Page 99: ...Before beginning the installation conduct a thorough investigation of hydraulic and other site conditions The hydraulics of a site directly affect the monitor s ability to accurately measure flow depth and velocity In addition measure the horizontal and vertical pipe dimensions carefully Even slightly inaccurate pipe dimensions can significantly skew and misrepresent flow data Caution Handle all s...

Page 100: ...01274 00 1 as needed Hook SS 2 piece w hardware for hanging monitor on manhole rung Alternative to I40 0009 8000 0021 Up to 2 1 per monitoring point Peak Combo Sensor upward ultrasonic depth sensor pressure depth sensor peak velocity sensor w M3 x 6mm stainless steel flathead screws 8K CS4 xx 35 1H 35 ft 10 6 m or 100 ft 30 5 m cable 2 Up to 2 1 per monitoring point Surface Combo Sensor downward u...

Page 101: ...0 0010 as needed In 2 in M6 x 55mm stainless steel anchor bolts w nuts and washers 1 Replacement dryer tube 3704 0032 1 IS PC Communication USB Serial Cable 8000 0337 1 Antenna for wireless communication 3800 0162 or 3800 0163 1 as needed Magnet for activating diagnostic codes in the monitor through the LED STATUS window 8000 0140 1 as needed SIM card for modem in monitor 507181 1 as needed Extern...

Page 102: ...ers indicated by xx in the sample part number are available in Peak Combo Sensors and Surface Combo Sensors 0 5 psi 0 0 34 Bar 0 15 psi 0 1 03 Bar and 0 30 psi 0 2 07 Bar pressure ranges Example a Peak Combo Sensor with a 0 15 psi 0 1 03 Bar pressure transducer would be specified in psi 8K CS4 15 35 3 Extension cables can be ordered to specific lengths up to 300 ft 91m Note the desired length in f...

Page 103: ... canister hardware Wrenches English plus 13 mm for canister hardware Screwdrivers flathead and Phillips head of assorted sizes Threads tap compatible with the thread spec on the monitor mounting stud Diagonal wire cutters Folding carpenter s rule with a brass slide Mastic tape ADS p n 507193 or rubber coaxial stretch tape Mounting Peak Combo Sensors Two special installation methods are available f...

Page 104: ...Note When positioning the special mounting metal ADS recommends reserving the left side of the pipe for the long end of the band end extending almost completely up one side of the pipe and the band for routing the sensor cable and accommodating the Silt Mount Adapter when necessary The Peak Combo Sensor may not be offset more than 45 degrees 7 30 up the left side of the pipe to account for silt Th...

Page 105: ... pipe upstream from the manhaole and the existence of silt at the bottom of the pipe ADS recommends reserving the left side of the pipe for the long end of the band to accommodate the sensor cable and a silt mount adapter when applicable If silt is not present locate the sensor on the band so it will be at the bottom center of the pipe once installed If silt is present locate the sensor slightly u...

Page 106: ...ting the sensor between 15 and 45 degrees up the side of the pipe Use the silt mount adapter ADS p n 8000 0271 to attach the sensor to the band in the following way Seat the Peak Combo Sensor onto the slightly elevated portion of the top of the silt mount adapter The elevated portion of the adapter should insert easily into the inset portion of the bottom of the sensor Orient the sensor so that th...

Page 107: ...sensor will be positioned between 15 and 45 degrees up the left side of the pipe 6 30 to 7 30 and below the flow surface once installed The nose of the sensor should be facing the same direction as the upstream edge of the band If mounting holes do not exist on the band at or near the desired mounting location for the adapter sensor drill holes in the band using a 7 32 inch 3 mm drill bit ADAPTER ...

Page 108: ... band and secure the band with a washer and nut 11 Make sure the band and sensors are flush against the pipe wall with no gaps and conform the rest of the band to the pipe wall 12 Install inch x 2 inch M6 x 55 mm anchor bolts nuts and washers at the pre drilled hole at the short end of the band and at the pre drilled holes along the long end of the band above the flow surface approximately every 1...

Page 109: ...side of the pipe between the 6 30 and 7 30 positions requires a special silt mount adapter 3 applies only when mounting the sensor no more than 15 degrees up the side of the pipe Mount the sensor onto the inside of the band with two M3 x 10 mm countersink screws making sure the blunt end i e nose of the sensor is facing the upstream edge of the ring edge opposite the cable tie holes If mounting ho...

Page 110: ... same direction as the upstream edge of the band 5 Secure the sensor cables along the downstream edge of the band according to the instructions in Securing the Cables to the Band on page 3 51 6 Place the band in the pipe upstream at least 12 inchees 305 mm same distance as Surface Combo Sensor or Ultrasonic Depth Sensor when present from the manhole invert Position the band on the left side of the...

Page 111: ...all an inch x 2 inch M6 x 55 mm anchor bolt nut and washer every 12 to 24 inches 305 to 610 mm up to the top of the band Completed band mount in pipe 11 Measure the physical offset for the sensor by manually measuring the depth of the flow from the bottom of the pipe to the flow surface and then measuring the distance from the nose i e front end at the pipe surface of the sensor to the flow surfac...

Page 112: ...g the Peak Combo Sensor cable to the band helps prevent debris from collecting between the cable and the band or catching on the loose cable It also prevents the loose cables from disrupting the flow Secure the cable in the following way 1 Starting at the appropriate sensor location begin securing the sensor cable with 4 inch 2 mm x 100 mm cable ties through the pre drilled holes along the downstr...

Page 113: ... cable ties Mounting the Surface Combo Sensor or Ultrasonic Depth Sensor Two special installation methods are available for mounting the Ultrasonic Depth Sensor and one for the Surface Combo Sensor Standard Mount This mount the most common mounting method in use today is used for mounting the Surface Combo Sensor or the Ultrasonic Depth Sensor in the pipe during special installations Surcharge Mou...

Page 114: ... crystals on the sensor 1 Position the Surface Combo Sensor Ultrasonic Depth Sensor mounting plate in the center apex of the pipe and scribe a mark on both sides of the mounting plate 2 Center the 12 inch 305 mm mounting band allowing the band to extend about 5 25 inches 133 mm beyond each side of the scribed location 3 Conform one end of the curved band to the pipe configuration and spot drill to...

Page 115: ...nting plate ADS p n 8000 0307 onto the band with the end of the plate with the keyholes facing upstream and the two band slots facing up PLATE MOUNTING SENSOR MOUNTING BAND Sliding the mounting plate for the Surface Combo Sensor Ultrasonic Depth Sensor onto the free end of the mounting band ...

Page 116: ...e the adapter bracket into the groves on the existing plate from the upstream end of the plate until the adapter bracket contacts the backstop at the downstream end of the plate SLIDING ADAPTER BRACKET SENSOR MOUNTING PLATE ULTRASONIC DEPTH SENSOR PREVIOUS VERSION OF SURFACE COMBO Inserting Sliding Adapter Bracket into existing sensor mounting plate 7 Align the sensor mounting plate with the scrib...

Page 117: ...e crown and tighten the nuts securely with a nut driver For more information refer to the instructions on leveling this sensor in Installing the Ring in the Pipe beginning on page 3 29 11 Install the Surface Combo Sensor Ultrasonic Depth Sensor onto the mounting plate by inserting the studs on the back of the sensor into the keyholes on the mounting plate and sliding the sensor back in a downstrea...

Page 118: ... Depth Sensor to the mounting plate on the band Note For applications that involve using the sliding adapter bracket to mount the new Ultrasonic Depth Sensor onto an older existing Ultrasonic Depth Sensor mounting bracket attach the sensor to the adapter bracket in the same way it attaches to the new sensor mounting plate described in step 11 above ...

Page 119: ...sions between the level and the flat face of the horizontal ultrasonic depth sensor portion of the sensor 13 Determine the physical offset for the Surface Combo Sensor or Ultrasonic Depth Sensor by measuring the distance from the crown top of the pipe to the face of the sensor horizontal surface with the two ultrasonic crystals on either sensor This value is required when configuring the monitor u...

Page 120: ...ing the sensor requires a special surcharge bracket ADS p n I40 0010 and sliding adapter bracket ADS p n 8000 0299 Mount the sensor in the following way Note Handle the Ultrasonic Depth Sensor with care and do not expose it to extreme temperatures for an extended period of time Keep the sensor in its protective packaging until it is time for installation TRITON MONITOR TM INSTALLATION RING PEAK CO...

Page 121: ...ll the manhole wall through the middle hole with a drill 4 Remove the bracket and drill and mount a inch x 2 inch M6 x 55 mm anchor bolt 5 Secure the top of the bracket to the manhole wall with a washer and nut 6 Push up on the bottom portion of the bracket until the sensor portion of the bracket is level 7 Hold the bracket firmly in place against the manhole wall 8 Identify the three pre drilled ...

Page 122: ...ter Bracket into the sensor mounting plate on the surcharge bracket 12 Attach the Ultrasonic Depth Sensor to the sliding adapter bracket by inserting the studs on the back of the sensor into the keyholes on the adapter bracket and sliding the sensor back until it is fully in place The sensor cable should be exiting toward the manhole wall ...

Page 123: ...e 13 Verify that the sensor portion of the bracket is level using a carpenter s level To protect the crystals on the sensor use a block of wood of uniform dimensions between the level and the flat face of the horizontal ultrasonic depth sensor portion of the sensor If it is slightly out of level make horizontal adjustments to the bottom portion of the bracket by moving it to the left or right The ...

Page 124: ...f uniform dimensions between the level and the horizontal portion of the sensor 16 Measure the physical offset for the sensor the distance from the crown top of the pipe to the face of the sensor Enter this distance as a negative value For example if it is 24 inches 610 mm from the top of the pipe to the face of the sensor in the manhole you would enter 24 inches 610 mm for the physical offset Not...

Page 125: ...les from the ring or band to the monitor location in the manhole in the following way 1 Neatly bundle the cables together with an 8 inch 4 mm x 200 mm cable tie attached to a plastic anchor installed at the top of the pipe Drill a hole of the appropriate size for the shank of the plastic anchor in the pipe crown Refer to instructions with the anchors Drive the plastic anchor into the pipe with a h...

Page 126: ...ecessary from the ring to the manhole If plastic anchors will not serve as adequate anchors based on the structure of the pipe install M6 x 55 mm anchor bolts instead 3 Secure the cables every 18 to 24 inches 457 to 610 mm up the side of the manhole to the monitor location Loose cables could present a manhole safety hazard or increase the potential for sensor or monitor damage to occur If plastic ...

Page 127: ...3 66 ADS TRITON Manual ULTRASONIC DEPTH SENSOR PEAK COMBO SENSOR TRITON MONITOR FLOW SURFACE COMBO SENSOR OR INSTALLATION RING TM Securing the sensors cables along the pipe and into the manhole ...

Page 128: ...igning the corresponding channels to the sensor devices in Qstart Establish a priority or order in which particular sensors are assigned to a specific channel and when applicable and possible correspond the channel number to the monitoring point For example consider always assigning the Peak Combo Sensor to Channel 1 and the second sensor to Channel 2 The TRITON also enables you to connect a water...

Page 129: ...isually inspect each sensor connector and monitor connector port for damaged or broken pins Replace a monitor or sensor with defective ports or connectors 3 Visually inspect each sensor and monitor connector port for debris and moisture Clean off any debris and dry any surface moisture Compressed air is useful for removing moisture from the inside of the connectors or ports pin and socket surfaces...

Page 130: ...valve exists only for testing purposes during the manufacturing process Do not attempt to fill the monitor with air or pressurize the monitor Securing the Dryer Tube to the Monitor The Peak Combo Sensor and Surface Combo Sensor each contain a pressure depth sensor with an associated dryer tube For each combo sensor connected to the monitor you must secure the corresponding dryer tube attached to a...

Page 131: ...r tube to the monitor using cable ties 2 Make sure the black end cap on the dryer tube is removed before installing the monitor in the manhole 3 applies only when a second dryer tube is present Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other dryer tube but attach it to the other vertical portion of the handle on the opposite side of the monitor ...

Page 132: ...ite communication with the monitor is possible through an intrinsically safe IS USB serial interface connection between the monitor and a laptop computer This chapter contains information and instructions concerning the following Installing the antenna at the site and a SIM card in the monitor for wireless communication Connecting directly to the monitor on site Note Manhole and sewer system work ...

Page 133: ...r customers may obtain their own antennas to accommodate specific needs or requirements If a customer supplied antenna is preferable or required consult an ADS or IETG as applicable representative prior to installing the antenna to ensure it will adequately support TRITON monitor communications and regulatory compliance The user must maintain a distance of 9 inches 229 mm from the antenna whenever...

Page 134: ... reliable network for the project area Therefore perform a signal survey to ensure that the monitoring site has adequate reception for wireless communications Consider consulting local wireless providers for assistance Note Do not rely solely on coverage maps These can provide misleading information for specific areas Typically sewer systems exist in low lying areas in which network access can be ...

Page 135: ... site or an ADS Web based software database Communicating directly through ADS software to set up and activate monitors equipped with dynamic IP SIM cards must occur over a direct connection using the ADS USB Serial Interface cable ADS p n 8000 0337 Direct communication with a TRITON monitor configured with a dynamic IP SIM card requires the ADS IS USB serial interface cable ADS p n 8000 0337 Indi...

Page 136: ...tor Gathering Parts and Supplies Obtain the following items for the antenna installation One of two wireless antennas available through ADS p n 3800 0162 or 3800 0163 or a customer supplied antenna verified by ADS for successful monitor communications applicable only to off road installations Extension cables 15 foot 4 6 m ADS p n 507165 50 foot 15 2 m ADS p n 507168 AT T SIM card with public stat...

Page 137: ...er drill if no hammer drill mode is available on the demolition hammer Trowel or putty knife for scooping asphalt Hammer Carpenter s rule Pen pencil or chalk for marking asphalt or concrete Shop vacuum Wire brush Alcohol wipes Leather work gloves Protective goggles Heavy duty high quality caulking gun for regular sized tubes Appropriate tools for cutting and removing tarmac or dirt for burying ant...

Page 138: ...ennas Install a wireless slim or mini wing antenna in the road in the dirt or under other paving materials in the following way Note While this section describes the process for installing these antennas all wireless antennas provided through ADS also include detailed installation instructions 1 Determine the appropriate location in the road near the manhole to install the antenna Locate the anten...

Page 139: ...ing a Underground Utility Locating Service for assistance 2 Mark the location for the antenna installation and then mark the location to drill the corbel hole 2 5 to 3 inches 64 to 76 mm back from the edge of the antenna hole 3 Drill a hole from the marked corbel hole location in the road through the corbel and into the manhole using the inch 13 mm by 36 inch 914 mm hammer drill bit This will serv...

Page 140: ...connector at the end of the antenna cable clean the connector and tape it up with rubber stretch tape for protection against damage and debris while it is being fed through the channel 8 Feed the antenna cable into the hole through the channel and into the manhole Smooth any rough edges where the cable enters the corbel hole with the chisel or rubber stretch tape In addition pack rubber stretch ta...

Page 141: ...r the asphalt and then pound the sand lightly into the surface The sand must be used to ensure the asphalt does not adhere to objects such as vehicle tires while drying ADS recommends dusting the surface with sand once again before leaving the site Antenna in cavity with patch 13 Coil the slack antenna cable and secure it away from the other cables in the manhole Slack enables the technicians to r...

Page 142: ...connect the antenna cable to the monitor until after installing the SIM card Installing the SIM Card The modem in the TRITON requires a SIM card for establishing communication This modem supports SIM cards provisioned by many different carriers including SIM cards provisioned by AT T ADS p n 507181 for public static IP address operation as well as SIM cards provisioned by other carriers for dynami...

Page 143: ... and when setting up the LIF in the Qstart software The IP address is printed directly on the SIM card or on a label affixed to the card Example of SIM card 2 Wipe away any debris or moisture that could enter the SIM card enclosure on the monitor top once the cap is removed from the enclosure 3 Release and remove the plastic tie running between the locks holding the cap on the SIM card enclosure S...

Page 144: ...ard all the way into the holder and press down to lock it into place The holder has a spring mechanism that secures the card in the holder Inserting the SIM card into the holder left SIM card securely seated Note To release remove the SIM card from the holder when necessary e g for replacement push the exposed edge of the card slightly further into the holder and release The card should pop out sl...

Page 145: ...e antenna prior to connecting the antenna to the monitor Connect the antenna to the monitor in the following way 1 Place the monitor upright on the ground surface beside the manhole in which the antenna cable is temporarily coiled 2 Attach the antenna cable connector to the ANTENNA port on the monitor top first removing the electrical tape from the cable end when applicable 3 Wrap rubber stretch t...

Page 146: ...s the technicians to remove the monitor from the manhole for maintenance or service activities with the antenna still connected Note Remember to avoid bundling the antenna and sensor cables together This can significantly diminish antenna and sensor signal strength disrupting communications and limiting sensor accuracy In addition avoid kinking and bending the cables when coiling to prevent signal...

Page 147: ...able which includes the interface box and the potted 10 pin metal cable connector and the 6 foot 1 8 m standard USB A to B cable USB Serial Interface Cable Note A Direct Serial Interface cable ADS p n 8000 0054 also may be used to connect directly to the TRITON However using this cable may result in significantly slower data transmission than when using the USB Serial Interface cable In addition t...

Page 148: ...er from the website ADS recommends clicking on the setup executable link in the Comments column corresponding to your operating system to initiate the installation process Then simply follow the installation steps as instructed Once the driver is installed connect from a laptop or office computer to the monitor in one of the following ways based on the application Connecting Directly to the Monito...

Page 149: ...043 Ta 20 C to 60 C CSA 2013 2671180 Ex ia IIB T3 152 C S N See CONTROL DWG 8000BK0009 Voir SCHEMA DE CONTROLE Use only battery pack 8000 0043 SIR 006 Connecting the USB Serial Interface cable to a laptop and monitor Note When using the optional extension cable ADS p n 8000 0044 25 run it between the monitor and the USB Serial Interface cable 4 Designate the appropriate local USB port on the compu...

Page 150: ...ATEX2027X Ex ia IIB Ga ExPAC EXT POWER COMMS UNIT REV See CONTROL DRAWING S N 8000BK0009 SIR 006 GO TO WWW FTDICHIP COM INSTALL DRIVER BEFORE USB CONNECTION CLICK ON THE SUPPORTED DRIVER FOR YOUR OS CLICK ON DRIVERS VCP DRIVERS ExPAC Module Connecting the standard USB cable to a laptop and ExPAC 3 Designate the appropriate local USB port on the computer for communication through the Qstart softwar...

Page 151: ...S p n 800 0400 for compliance with IS certification Note When installing an ExPAC XBUS or XIO ADS recommends locating the unit in close proximity to the DC power source to maximize the net power available to the unit Note The externally powered TRITON ExPAC XBUS and XIO are not equipped with backup power Therefore in the event of an interruption or loss of power at the power source the monitor wil...

Page 152: ...or the ExPAC when a power supply is required However please note that the customer may use another AC to DC converter power supply if desired to support the ExPAC provided it can supply from 9 to 36 volts of power at a minimum of 15 watts A power cable running between the external DC source i e power supply and the ExPAC power input The customer must supply this cabling of the appropriate length a...

Page 153: ...and a minimum of 15 watts as measured available at the ExPAC not at the power source output ADS offers a power supply ADS p n 508293 for this application However if you choose not to use this recommended power supply the alternate power supply must be a high quality industrial type power supply with ripple no greater than 250mV P P When long cable runs are required size the supply and cabling to e...

Page 154: ...AC Communications during Data Collection 147 blocks of data over 50 seconds 90 mA Note Measurement cycle involves firing Peak Combo Sensor and Surface Combo Sensor and running MLI Mounting the XIO or XBUS Note These instructions apply only to applications involving an XIO or XBUS If the monitor will not receive external power through an XIO or XBUS proceed to the next section Mounting the Recommen...

Page 155: ... on the back of the unit 2 Attach the four mounting brackets to the back of the XIO XBUS using the mounting bracket screws The brackets and screws are included with the XIO XBUS Refer to the following figure for details on how to secure the mounting brackets to the unit XIO XBUS MOUNTING BRACKET MOUNTING BRACKET SCREW Attaching the mounting brackets to the back of the XIO XBUS 3 Identify the locat...

Page 156: ...ERTICAL SURFACE MOUNTING SCREWS Mounting the XIO XBUS to the designated surface or structure Mounting the Recommended Power Supply Note For applications involving an XIO or XBUS you can disregard these instructions for mounting the power supply because both the XIO and XBUS come from the factory with the power supply pre mounted to a DIN rail in the XIO XBUS enclosure ...

Page 157: ...n exposure For indoor installation mount the power supply inside an enclosure or in a location that prevents tampering or potential damage from occurring Note ADS recommends mounting the power supply and the ExPAC in the same enclosure or in close proximity The power supply is designed for mounting on a 35 x 7 5 mm DIN rail in the following way 1 Notice the inset on the back of the power supply th...

Page 158: ...o a slot on the tab located at the top of the power supply Hold the tab down to prevent the notch at the bottom of the inset from blocking bottom of the DIN rail Pressing down the sliding tab from the top 3 Push the bottom edge of the rail into the inset on the back of the power supply and release the sliding tab The spring mechanism will allow the notch to return to its original position complete...

Page 159: ...External Power 5 9 Power supply firmly secured to the DIN rail Front view of power supply mounted to DIN rail ...

Page 160: ...22 F 20 to 50 C Therefore make sure the enclosure is also located under an awning or other structure to prevent direct sun exposure For indoor installation mount the ExPAC inside an enclosure or in a location that prevents tampering or potential damage from occurring The ExPAC is designed for mounting on a 35 x 7 5 mm DIN rail or securing to another surface or structure through the four predrilled...

Page 161: ...right tab displayed in open released position ExPAC RED TABS SCREWDRIVER Using a screwdriver to open release the red tabs 2 Notice the horizontal inset across the back of the ExPAC Slide the lower edge of the DIN rail down into the small groove at the bottom of the inset on the back of the ExPAC ...

Page 162: ...wer edge of the DIN rail into the bottom groove on the back of the ExPAC 3 Press the top edge of the DIN rail flush against the back of the ExPAC completely into the inset Pressing the upper edge of the DIN rail against the back of the ExPAC ...

Page 163: ...ess down the red tabs using your finger or a screwdriver until they click into place securing the ExPAC to the DIN rail Tabs in closed locked position securing the ExPAC to the DIN rail Front view of ExPAC mounted to DIN rail ...

Page 164: ...le secure the ExPAC to a solid surface or structure using suitable fasteners i e screws through the four predrilled holes on the outer edges of the unit ExPAC MOUNTED TO WALL Mounting the ExPAC directly to a wall or other structure using screws through the 4 pre drilled holes in the unit ...

Page 165: ...r source to the power supply Customer supplied cabling may be used WARNING When hard wiring to the AC supply ensure that the AC source is de energized and that all applicable lockout tagout and other electrical safety measures are followed In addition do not turn on power until all wiring and connections are complete from the AC source to the TRITON monitor 2 Run the cable from the AC power source...

Page 166: ... power cable through XIO XBUS cable gland Note When positioning the cable inside the XIO XBUS or other enclosure maintain a small space between the cable and the right side of the ExPAC 6 Loosen the screws on the AC input terminals at the bottom front of the power supply ...

Page 167: ...he bottom of the power supply and tightening the corresponding terminal screw Connect the hot typically black or red wire from the power cable to the line L terminal on the power supply Connect the neutral typically white wire from the power cable to the neutral N terminal on the power supply Connect the earth ground typically green wire from the power cable or electrical panel chassis to the eart...

Page 168: ...d XP Power power supply pre wired in the XIO XBUS enclosure Therefore for applications involving the XIO or XBUS proceed to the next section Running the Ground Wire Instructions for installing and wiring the power supply to the ExPAC have not been included for applications involving an XIO or XBUS The next step in connecting the monitor to external power involves running two wires between the powe...

Page 169: ...power supply and the ExPAC in the following way 1 Strip the individual wires on both ends to prepare for connecting to the terminals on the hardware 2 Loosen the screws on one of the V and one of the V DC output terminals front top corner on the power supply DC OK V V DC OUTPUT TERMINAL CONNECTIONS POWER SUPPLY DC output terminals on power supply ...

Page 170: ...ply and tighten the associated terminal screw Then insert the other end of the same wire into the hole corresponding to the negative DC input terminal on the ExPAC and tighten the associated terminal screw 5 Insert the end of the other wire into the hole corresponding to the V DC output terminal on the power supply and tighten the associated terminal screw Then insert the other end of the same wir...

Page 171: ...External Power 5 21 POWER SUPPLY DC OUTPUT TERMINAL CONNECTIONS Wires exiting DC output terminal on power supply ...

Page 172: ...ing these wires varies slightly based on whether you are using the XIO XBUS or another enclosure to house the ExPAC The XIO and XBUS both come from the factory with a short ground wire running from the ExPAC to one of two ground terminal blocks that are adjacent to the ExPAC For these applications you must run a ground wire from one of the ground terminal blocks to the existing earth ground outsid...

Page 173: ...or the ground wire that runs between a ground terminal block and the existing earth ground ADS recommends using at least a 12 gauge ground wire For applications that do not include the XIO or XBUS you must acquire two ground terminal blocks that can accommodate 18 to 10 gauge wires and obtain an 18 gauge ground wire to run from the ExPAC to a ground terminal block Install the ground wiring in the ...

Page 174: ...18 gauge ground wire into the terminal and tighten the screw ExPAC DC INPUT TERMINALS 18 Gauge GND wire 18 gauge ground wire inserted into DC input terminal on ExPAC Loosen the terminal screw corresponding to the top terminal of one of the new ground terminal blocks Insert the other end of the 18 gauge ground wire into the terminal and tighten the screw ...

Page 175: ...ng the 18 gauge ground wire into the top terminal of one of the ground terminal blocks 2 Loosen the terminal screw corresponding to the bottom terminal of one of the ground terminal blocks next to the ExPAC and insert one end of the 12 gauge ground wire into the terminal and tighten the screw ...

Page 176: ...he 12 gauge ground wire into one of the ground terminal blocks 3 Run the free end of the 12 gauge ground wire through the cable gland on the right for the XIO XBUS or through an available cable exit route from the inside of the existing enclosure The cable gland referenced for the XIO XBUS is the same gland through which the AC power cable enters the unit ...

Page 177: ...un the free end without the ring terminal of the 10 gauge ground wire from the external power grounding kit ADS p n 8000 0434 xxx up through the cable gland on the right on the XIO XBUS or up through an available cable route from the outside of the existing enclosure The cable gland or entry entry route referenced is the same gland route through which the AC power cable and other ground wire are e...

Page 178: ...nput Terminal ExPAC Ground Terminal Blocks 18 Gauge GND Wire from Securing the 10 gauge ground wire into the other ground terminal block 7 Gently pull on the ground and power cables from the outside of the enclosure to remove any excess cabling inside the enclosure 8 applicable only to the XIO and XBUS Hand tighten the plastic nut on the cable gland to secure the cables and prevent moisture or deb...

Page 179: ...munication external power port COMM EXT PWR The other end includes loose wires for connecting to the terminals on the ExPAC One end of the ground cable has a metal ring terminal for attachment to one of the bolts on the monitor top referred to as the ground connection facility The other end of the ground cable should have been connected to the inside of the ExPAC enclosure XBUS or XIO based on the...

Page 180: ... ExPAC Consider removing the corresponding terminal block connectors from the ExPAC to simplify the process of loosening the terminal screws inserting the wires in the terminals and re tightening the screws 4 Insert the lighter gauge i e smaller diameter wires into the associated terminals on the COMMS terminal block connector based on the color of the wire and tighten the corresponding terminal s...

Page 181: ...MMS terminal block connector back into the corresponding port on the ExPAC when applicable 6 Insert the heavier gauge i e larger diameter red and black wires into the associated RED and BLK terminals on the DC OUT terminal block connector and tighten the corresponding terminal screws Refer to the color guide for the wires on the label at the bottom of the ExPAC in front of the DC OUT terminal conn...

Page 182: ...al block connector and tighten the corresponding terminal screw 8 Insert the DC OUT terminal block connector back into the corresponding port on the ExPAC when applicable 9 Gently pull on the communication cable from the outside of the enclosure to remove any excess cabling inside the enclosure 10 Hand tighten the plastic nut on the cable gland to secure the cable and prevent moisture or debris fr...

Page 183: ... the ground connection facility washers and also helps secure the monitor top to the canister You may encounter some resistance to removing the bolt from the retaining washer located between the monitor top and the canister Retaining washer from bottom of monitor top 13 Remove and discard the used retaining washer 14 Remove the internal tooth washer and the washer with the guide tabs i e two sides...

Page 184: ...til it contacts the threads in the hole on top of the canister L E N N A H C 2 SENS CPU E T N A A N N SENSORS L E N N A H C 1 WAKE EXT R www adsenv com C O MM PW R TM STAT US CONTAINS CELL XMTR FCC ID R17HE910 Ex ia IIB T3 152 C Ga Sira 09ATEX2027X II 1 G 0518 MODEL 8000 FHK FST IM Use only battery pack 8000 0043 IECEx SIR09 0020X Ta 20 C to 60 C Ex ia IIB T3 152 C Ga Rev DATE MODEL 8000 FHK FST I...

Page 185: ...iquement la batterie 8000 0043 Ta 20 C to 60 C CSA 2013 2671180 Ex ia IIB T3 152 C S N See CONTROL DWG 8000BK0009 Voir SCHEMA DE CONTROLE Use only battery pack 8000 0043 SIR 006 XIO XBUS or ExPAC Enclosure to 10 Gauge Ground Wire Proper orientation of ground wire in ground connection facility 19 Attach the other end of the communication cable to the COMM EXT PWR port on the top of the monitor If t...

Page 186: ...al power cable is connected to both the AC power source or distribution device i e disconnect fuse or breaker box and the power supply when applicable Power supply or appropriate DC power source is connected to the ExPAC Ground wire is connected to both the XIO XBUS ground terminal block ExPAC as applicable and the existing earth ground Communication cable is connected to both the monitor and the ...

Page 187: ...ED is illuminated on the power supply when applicable and that both the ExPAC DC IN and DC OUT LEDs also are illuminated For more information on locating and interpreting the LEDs on the ExPAC refer to Chapter 10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...

Page 188: ...onfiguration and activation Starting and configuring Qstart Creating and configuring a monitor location Configuring the monitoring point installation pipe table including setting Gain Selecting and editing devices usually attached sensors Activating the monitor This chapter also includes the procedures for running diagnostics and performing confirmations on the sensors collecting data from the mon...

Page 189: ...for activation diagnostics and data collects Starting Qstart Before traveling to the field for installation configuration and activation activities install the Qstart software on the field computer Once installed start the Qstart software from an office or field computer by selecting Start All Programs ADS LLC Qstart from the Microsoft Windows start menu or double clicking on the Qstart icon on th...

Page 190: ...art Parameters The Settings dialog displays the first time you run Qstart following installation and can also be accessed through the main ADS Qstart dialog The Settings dialog allows you to designate settings corresponding to configuration and data files Settings dialog ...

Page 191: ...millimeters and velocity in meters per second 5 Select the format in which you want to save data collected from the monitor from the Data Format drop down list Bin represents the ADS proprietary format CSV comma separated value represents a format generally compatible with most spreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Excel Select Both to collect both the Bin and CSV file formats 6 Select the Al...

Page 192: ...e appropriate for the current Windows regional setting on the local computer and will be used in all Qstart generated CSV files to indicate the appropriate decimal placeholder for numerical values For example users with the English United States regional setting will use the default of period to indicate a period symbol should be used for decimal placeholders 123 45 for example in number values in...

Page 193: ...DS TRITON Manual The ADS Qstart window displays the default monitor information Note You can access the data and communication settings at any time by clicking on the Settings button on the ADS Qstart dialog ...

Page 194: ...eted user s must then perform a monitor activation to download the specific elements of the LIF to the monitor memory in order to initiate monitor operations Following is the general process for creating a new monitor location Create and configure a monitor location in Qstart Configure the monitoring point s for the monitor location Select and edit devices for the monitor location Note If remote c...

Page 195: ... may be up to 19 characters in length However do not duplicate more than the first seven characters of another location s name unless the 8th or a later character is followed by an underscore _ and a unique character s For example you would not use the names ADSTriton1 and ADSTriton2 but you could use the names ADS_Triton1 and ADS_Triton2 Note You can click on the Default button to update the para...

Page 196: ... the designated FTP site 7 applicable only to Wireless communications Enter the IP address corresponding to the monitor in the IP Address field The field designation displayed depends on the method of communication selected in the Connect field 8 Enter or use the up down arrows to designate the difference in hours between your location or the location of the computer or network on which the direct...

Page 197: ...nt parameters on the dialog to the local directory or network 11 Continue to enter the monitoring point information and assign and edit the devices Configure the Monitoring Point s The second step in configuring a monitor is entering the monitoring point information This involves designating the pipe characteristics at the monitoring point and assigning and editing the devices corresponding to the...

Page 198: ...lt 0 90 setting for Gain 5 Enter the depth of the silt at the bottom of the pipe at the monitoring point in the Silt field 6 optional Click on the Display button to show a simple illustration of the pipe based on the current parameters 7 Assign the appropriate devices to the monitoring point and edit each device as necessary Refer to Assigning and Editing Devices on page 6 12 for more information ...

Page 199: ...ight of the Devices list box The Available Device list box displays the devices applicable to the TRITON monitor series Available Devices list for a TRITON 2 Select the devices that you want to assign to Monitoring Point 1 To select multiple devices simultaneously press and hold down the Control Ctrl key while selecting the individual devices To choose consecutive devices in the list select the fi...

Page 200: ...the pressure option is represented by the Surface Combo device in Qstart Therefore make sure you select the proper device when assigning the Ultrasonic Depth Sensor to a monitoring point 3 Click on the OK button 4 Select a device in the Devices box and click on the View button The device dialog displays the default or existing parameters for the selected device 5 Edit the parameters for the select...

Page 201: ...6 14 ADS TRITON Manual Device See Page Flow 6 55 Data Delivery 6 53 MLI 6 57 FTP Operations 6 61 Analog 6 64 Daylight Saving 6 66 XIO 6 68 ...

Page 202: ...Configuration and Activation 6 15 Editing the Peak Combo Device This section describes the parameters for the Peak Combo device Edit Peak Combo 1 Parameters dialog showing the Ultrasonic tab ...

Page 203: ...der normal conditions the remaining parameters corresponding to the Peak Combo device should not require modification However if additional adjustments are necessary the following sections provide a detailed description of each parameter Ultrasonic tab Peak Combo Edit the following parameters corresponding to the upward looking ultrasonic depth sensor in the Peak Combo Sensor Enable Select this ch...

Page 204: ...alue when the sensor readings reveal a potential problem with false drop outs Choose a value for the deadband that is sufficiently below the minimum depths that legitimately occur at the monitoring point yet above the confirmed drop outs that have been detected Store Data Select this checkbox to ensure the monitor logs the depth data to memory This option is selected by default Advanced Select thi...

Page 205: ...lification at which to amplify the signal Ping Amplitude Choose the method for managing the amplification of the analog signal that is sent out or transmitted from the sensor Smaller pipes typically require weaker quieter amplification larger pipes typically require stronger louder amplification Auto Select this option to allow the monitor to automatically optimize the amplification of the signal ...

Page 206: ...og displaying the Pressure tab Edit the following parameters corresponding to the pressure depth sensor in the Peak Combo Sensor Enable Select this checkbox to ensure the monitor begins taking pressure depth readings at the designated interval once activated This option is selected by default ...

Page 207: ...the difference that exists between the pressure depth sensor readings and the manually measured depth The default value is 0 Store Data Select this checkbox to ensure the monitor logs pressure depth data to memory This option is selected by default ...

Page 208: ...ion and Activation 6 21 Velocity tab Peak Combo Edit Peak Combo 1 Parameters dialog displaying the Velocity tab Edit the following parameters corresponding to the Doppler velocity sensor in the Peak Combo Sensor ...

Page 209: ...elect this checkbox to ensure the monitor begins taking velocity readings at the designated interval once activated This option is selected by default Flow Type Select the option that best reflects the kind of flow conditions that typically occur at the monitoring point from the drop down list Typical Flow exhibits a typical diurnal pattern This is the default setting Wet Stagnant Flow remains in ...

Page 210: ... Velocity Direction Backward Choose this option for monitoring points at which the Peak Combo Sensor has been positioned facing downstream and to ensure the monitor only analyzes flows moving away from the face of the sensor One application in which this would be the preferable option would be for measuring velocity in an outgoing line following two incoming lines in the manhole Backward Bidirecti...

Page 211: ...lied to raw velocity RAWVEL entity in Qstart to determine average velocity and to calculate quantity for the Flow 1 2 device Qstart does not apply Gain to the velocity readings reported in Diagnostics where the raw velocity readings are used for comparison against the manual measurements Cross Check Gain Enter the value by which to multiply raw velocity readings in the monitor to determine average...

Page 212: ...ng Amplitude Choose the method for managing the amplification of the analog signal that is sent out or transmitted from the sensor Smaller pipes typically require weaker quieter amplification larger pipes typically require stronger louder amplification Auto Select this option to allow the monitor to automatically optimize the amplification of the signal Manual Select this option to enter the perce...

Page 213: ...g to the temperature sensor in the Peak Combo Sensor Sensor Select the source from which to measure the temperature used when compensating for temperature in Peak Combo Sensor readings The channels correspond to the sensors connected to those channels ports on the monitor The option selected here should be consistent with the option ...

Page 214: ... Parameters section at the bottom of the dialog Note The stored temperature value is the actual water temperature reading from the Peak Combo Sensor Store Data Select this checkbox to ensure the monitor logs the temperature data to memory This option is selected by default ...

Page 215: ...N Manual Editing the Surface Combo Sensor Device The following section provides descriptions for the parameters corresponding to the Surface Combo Sensor device Edit Surface Combo 1 Parameters dialog Smart Depth tab ...

Page 216: ... conditions the remaining parameters corresponding to the Surface Combo device should not require modification However if additional adjustments are necessary the following sections provide a detailed description of each parameter Smart Depth Ultrasonic tab Surface Combo The smart depth sensor measures the distance or range from the crown of the pipe to the surface of the flow Edit the following p...

Page 217: ... readings Select the Auto option default to ensure the monitor disregards depths occurring within a distance from the horizontal face of the sensor equivalent to 5 percent of the range from the sensor face to the bottom of the pipe This option typically represents the vast majority of pipe flow conditions therefore ADS strongly recommends leaving this option selected for most applications Choose o...

Page 218: ... returns to the sensor Auto Select this option to allow the monitor to automatically optimize the amplification of the signal Manual Select this option to enter a fixed value between 12db lower amplification and 12db high amplification at which to amplify the signal Surcharge Detection Select the Disable checkbox to prevent the monitor from implementing the Surcharge Detection function when proces...

Page 219: ...s displaying the Surface Velocity tab Edit the parameters corresponding to the surface velocity sensor in the Surface Combo Sensor Enable Select this checkbox to ensure the monitor begins taking velocity readings at the designated interval once activated This option is selected by default ...

Page 220: ...Bidirectional Choose this option for monitoring points that potentially experience reverse flows The Surface Combo Sensor typically is positioned facing upstream toward the oncoming flow Choosing this ensures the monitor analyzes both positive and negative values returned from the velocity sensor Forward Choose this option for monitoring points where reverse flows are not expected and to ensure th...

Page 221: ...city dropouts to zero require a longer interval 2 Coefficient A Enter the factor offset by which to calibrate surface velocity to ensure accurate surface velocity readings across all velocity ranges ADS strongly recommends using the default setting 0 fps for this offset therefore please contact ADS before modifying this setting Coefficient B Enter the factor gain by which to calculate surface velo...

Page 222: ...or under the guidance of trained ADS personnel Therefore ADS recommends leaving the default settings Auto in place Modify the parameters as necessary and then select OK once complete DAC Gain Choose the method for managing the amplification of the analog signal that returns to the sensor Auto Select this option to allow the monitor to automatically optimize the amplification of the signal Manual S...

Page 223: ...aker quieter amplification larger pipes typically require stronger louder amplification Auto Select this option to allow the monitor to automatically optimize the amplification of the signal Manual Select this option to enter the percentage of full amplification at which to transmit the signal Enter a percentage between 10 and 100 percent where 100 percent represents maximum amplification ...

Page 224: ... 6 37 Peak Velocity tab Surface Combo Edit Surface Combo 1 Parameters dialog displaying the Peak Velocity tab Edit the parameters corresponding to the surcharge peak velocity sensor in the Surface Combo Sensor in the following way ...

Page 225: ...rop down list A sensitivity that is too high may produce noise causing interference in the signal and resulting in spikes in the data A sensitivity that is too low can produce readings that are low in comparison with confirmation readings The default sensitivity is 10 Velocity Direction Select one of the following options that reflects the general direction of the flow at the monitoring point and ...

Page 226: ...ximum expected velocity that will occur at the site for the monitor to use in fine tuning the velocity data The Auto default option serves to optimize the range and resolution of the velocity data samples to match the characteristics of the flow However if the velocity readings at the location measure at least 10 feet per second fps on a regular basis ADS recommends choosing the 15 fps option for ...

Page 227: ... sensor Auto Select this option to allow the monitor to automatically optimize the amplification of the signal Manual Select this option to enter a fixed value between 12db lower amplification and 12db high amplification at which to amplify the signal Ping Amplitude Choose the method for managing the amplification of the analog signal that is sent out or transmitted from the sensor Smaller pipes t...

Page 228: ...ignal Enter a percentage between 10 and 100 percent where 100 percent represents maximum amplification Pressure tab Surface Combo The pressure sensor measures the height of the water above the sensor mounted at the crown of the pipe under surcharge conditions where the flow has completely filled the pipe and is rising in the manhole ...

Page 229: ...Pressure tab Edit the following parameters corresponding to the pressure depth sensor in the Surface Combo Sensor Enable Select this checkbox to ensure the monitor begins taking pressure depth readings at the designated interval once activated This option is selected by default ...

Page 230: ...checkbox to ensure the monitor logs pressure depth data to memory This option is selected by default Temperature tab Surface Combo Edit the parameters corresponding to the temperature sensor in the Surface Combo Sensor in the same way in which you edited the parameters for the temperature sensor in the Peak Combo Sensor Refer to the parameter descriptions and instructions for the Temperature tab o...

Page 231: ...6 44 ADS TRITON Manual Editing the Smart Ultrasonic Depth Sensor Device Edit Smart Depth 1 Parameters dialog ...

Page 232: ...ption of each parameter Electronic Offset Enter the difference that exists between the smart depth sensor readings and the manually measured depth when applicable The default value is 0 Note An electronic offset is rarely needed An offset greater than 0 5 inches 13 mm typically indicates that the physical offset or pipe height has been measured or recorded incorrectly Mode Select the mode in which...

Page 233: ...ditions therefore ADS strongly recommends leaving this option selected for most applications Choose one of the other options only when spikes in the data are occurring beyond 5 percent of this range and under direct consultation with an ADS representative Store Data Select this checkbox to ensure the monitor logs the smart depth data to memory This option is selected by default Advanced Select thi...

Page 234: ...arge Detection function when processing smart depth data For locations that typically do not experience surcharges disabling Surcharge Detection eliminates the processing time required for this function and as a result conserves monitor power Sensor Physical Offset Enter the physical distance from the face of the sensor to the crown top of the pipe Refer to Chapter 3 Sensor Installation and Connec...

Page 235: ...rom which to measure the temperature used when compensating for temperature in Ultrasonic Depth Sensor readings The channels correspond to the sensors connected to those channels i e ports on the monitor The option selected here should be consistent with the option selected for the Channel in the Sensor section to the left of the Temperature section Note The stored temperature value is the actual ...

Page 236: ...tor to perform wireless communication through multiple carrier networks in the vicinity of the monitor location The Modem Setup device allows you to designate the associated APN information identify the providers that support the SIM card and offer service in the area and prioritize the order in which you want the monitor to attempt to communicate through each provider s network Priority should re...

Page 237: ...d with your carrier s card is not available on the list or the username and or password require modification click on the Edit button and complete the Edit Wireless Parameters dialog in the following way Type Select APN from the drop down list If an existing APN requires modification select the appropriate APN from the Type column in the table of available APNs and providers Description Enter the ...

Page 238: ...f success in performing wireless communication If the desired carrier is not available from the drop down list click on the Edit button and complete the Edit Wireless Parameters dialog in the following way Edit Wireless Parameters dialog Type Select Provider from the drop down list If an existing provider requires modification select the appropriate provider from the Type column in the table of av...

Page 239: ...ss carrier code For example the carrier code for the provider Orange located in the United Kingdom would be AT COPS 1 2 23433 Value 2 not applicable to provider information Providers 2 through 7 Designate the remaining carriers in descending order of reliability until you have indicated all of the possible carrier options corresponding to your monitor location Note ADS reserves the Enable Debug op...

Page 240: ...st use to access the site Edit data delivery setup dialog Edit the data delivery device in the following way Mode Select the destination to which you want the monitor to deliver the data This list includes ADS hosted system databases or an existing FTP site To deliver data to an ADS hosted database you must enter the IP address for the ADS system in the IP Address field of the Alarm Notification s...

Page 241: ...uent interval for data delivery Note The remaining parameters apply only when uploading data to an FTP site and do not apply to ADS hosted databases Site Enter the address of the FTP site to which you want the monitor to send the data Folder Enter the name of the folder at the FTP site to which you want the monitor to upload the data Note Qstart does not create this folder automatically Therefore ...

Page 242: ...ed by the user The device s assigned to the monitoring point must be capable of measuring both depth and velocity measurement to enable the monitor to calculate QContinuity Edit Flow Device Properties dialog Edit the flow device in the following way Flow Type Qstart defaults to QContinuity Note The options available for Depth Type and Velocity Type correspond to the devices assigned to the monitor...

Page 243: ...calculating QContinuity from the drop down list Velocity Type Select the velocity sensor from which you want to apply velocity data in calculating QContinuity from the drop down list Store Data Select this checkbox to ensure the monitor stores the flow data to memory This option is selected by default ...

Page 244: ...RITON Edit the parameters for the MLI device supporting the TRITON using the following information Alarm Notification IntelliServe Recipient IP Enter the IP address as applicable for the IntelliServe system the monitor will contact when the designated alarm conditions occur Port Enter the number of the port on the IntelliServe system through which wireless communication will occur when applicable ...

Page 245: ...r designated for the High Threshold Unidepth Averaging Readings to Average Select the number of consecutive Unidepth readings you want the monitor to average to minimize the impact of erroneous readings on the data Store Data Select this checkbox to save the averaged Unidepth data to the monitor memory Low Flow Alarm and Dual Data Rate Note The Low Flow Alarm and Dual Data Rate parameters are read...

Page 246: ... the difference between at least two of the velocity readings at the monitoring point exceeds the corresponding tolerance Tolerance Enter the difference in velocity measurements beyond which you want the monitor to log a cross check event Sampling Edit the parameters in this section in order to manage water quality sampling activities associated with a TRITON Note Water quality sampling cannot be ...

Page 247: ... ensure the monitor confirms questionable or erroneous velocity readings based on the historical relationship between the ultrasonic depth and velocity data for the location Automatic Pressure Calibration Select this checkbox to ensure the monitor automatically calibrates questionable or erroneous pressure depth data to read consistently with the ultrasonic depth data The monitor will maintain a r...

Page 248: ...g the FTP connect type See page 6 9 for more information on Connect types With the exception of direct serial communication monitors with SIMs with dynamic IP addresses are only capable of one way wireless communication from the monitor to the FTP site or ADS hosted server FTP Operations device properties dialog Note In addition to this device users can also configure the Data Delivery device to u...

Page 249: ...ies at each configured Interval on the FTP Operations device When a user requests a data collect using the FTP connection type Qstart connects to the FTP site and retrieves all available CSV files At the completion of the data collect Qstart removes the collected CSV data files from the FTP site Monitor Activation Firmware Updates When Qstart users request a monitor activation after the initial se...

Page 250: ...b folder based on the location A location refers to a specific flow monitor or rain gauge included in a flow monitoring network name The monitor stores uploaded data files and Qstart stores uploaded monitor activation and firmware update request files to the location sub folder For maintenance purposes Qstart deletes data files from the FTP site after a data collect and the monitor deletes activat...

Page 251: ...ult ADS prior to wiring and configuring this device Analog Device properties dialog Configure the analog device for a TRITON using the following information Displays the channel number associated with the analog input or output Can be modified if necessary ID Input the Modbus identification corresponding to the external analog Modbus module This value is typically found in the customer s external ...

Page 252: ...or analog outputs Select the monitor data entity whose value should be output as analog signal to an external analog device MinVariable Enter the value corresponding to the minimum data value for the selected Entity for analog outputs or for the minimum data value corresponding to an analog input This value is used for scaling the data value MaxVariable Enter a value corresponding to the maximum d...

Page 253: ...r example so you don t have to manually perform a Set Time on your TRITON to adjust for Daylight Saving After monitor activation the monitor clock automatically adjusts ahead losing one hour on the date specified in the DST Parameters At the end of Daylight Saving the monitor clock automatically falls back one hour on the date specified in the Standard Parameters Daylight Saving device properties ...

Page 254: ... Month Specify the month corresponding to the beginning of daylight saving time Day Specify the day of the month corresponding to the beginning of daylight saving time Hour Specify the hour of the day which the monitor clock should begin the daylight saving adjustment Standard Parameters Configure the date and time which the monitor clock should use to stop the automatic daylight saving time adjus...

Page 255: ...n to specify how to process the incoming analog signal from an analog device connected to the XIO device Entity Select the entity type corresponding to the incoming analog signal to ensure the correct unit of measure is applied to the resulting data The XIO device supports the following analog inputs depth DEPTH_A1 velocity VEL_A1 quantity Q_A1 temperature TMP_A1 PH PH_A1 as well as a generic anal...

Page 256: ...as an average of all analog input readings since the last monitor storage interval If this checkbox is not selected the stored analog input value when the Store Data checkbox is selected will be the most recent analog input reading Checkbox is selected by default Store Data Select this checkbox when to store the analog input to the monitor memory at the monitor s storage interval This value is ave...

Page 257: ...l correspond to the strongest analog output signal The Max Value will be used to translate actual data values into analog output signals and should correspond to the highest possible entity value strongest in the scale 20mA Manual Enter the value to use when manually testing the analog output signal This value will be used with the Enable Manual checkbox for testing the analog output signal Import...

Page 258: ...nnels are scanned continuously however only the most current input signal is stored at the monitor sample interval Digital Output 1 2 Configure the parameter for the Digital Output device Entity Choose the corresponding MLI event to which you want to relay output the current status to a digital device The current event status will be updated and output at each monitor sample interval ...

Page 259: ...e conditions and project requirements The monitor requires these files and information to properly measure and record the flow Activate the monitor in the following way 1 Select the monitor you want to activate from the Location Name drop down list in the Monitor section on the ADS Qstart dialog 2 Verify that the configuration parameters and Connect type for the monitor and monitoring point are co...

Page 260: ...quire communication with the monitor or disconnect from the monitor by clicking on the green Hangup button in the Functions section If applicable to the connection type consider checking the monitor status to verify the monitor is active and the data storage interval reflects the sample rate selected for the monitor Qstart generates a log entry of the activation event which is available for viewin...

Page 261: ...Telog unit is successfully retrieving data following monitor activation and Telog connection Designating the Data for Retrieval Use the appropriate software application supporting the RTU to designate the entity and monitor data you want the unit to retrieve for the SCADA or other process control system Refer to Chapter 9 Modbus to view the entity and monitor data available for retrieval and to de...

Page 262: ...Refer to Collecting Data from the Monitor on page 6 82 for detailed instructions 4 Compare the data collected from the monitor to the output values obtained through Modbus The data collected through Qstart reflects an average of the readings taken over a specific interval the values retrieved through the Modbus interface represent the current persistent data in the monitor from the last interval r...

Page 263: ... to run diagnostics on a sensor from the Location Name field in the Monitor section on the ADS Qstart dialog 2 Click on the Connect button in the Functions section Qstart initiates and establishes communication with the monitor The status bar displays Ready once a connection has been successfully made 3 Select the Monitoring Point 1 or Monitoring Point 2 tab which contains the device you want to d...

Page 264: ...on the device dialog on which you want to run diagnostics 10 Click on the OK button once you are finished running diagnostics for all the appropriate sensors corresponding to the current device This saves any changes made to the parameters to the local directory or network Clicking on the Cancel button closes the device dialog without saving any parameter modifications 11 If any changes have been ...

Page 265: ...ostic reading taken by the monitor that includes the sensor fired date and time at which the measurement was taken current device parameters corresponding to the sensor and readings and associated results This entry or entries are available for viewing through the log viewer in Qstart ...

Page 266: ...cation Name field in the Monitor section on the ADS Qstart dialog 2 Select the device with the sensor s you want to confirm from the Devices list 3 Click on the Confirm button on the Monitoring Point tab Qstart establishes a connection with the monitor and displays the Confirm Device dialog 4 Select the point of reference from which to compare manual depth to the actual sensor readings from the dr...

Page 267: ... to prompt the monitor to take depth and velocity measurements The Monitor Measurement section displays the depth and velocity readings taken by the monitor 10 Compare the manual field measurements to the sensor readings If a difference exists between the manual depth measurements and the depth sensor measurements you can compensate for this difference by editing the electronic offset parameter fo...

Page 268: ...nitoring point remember to confirm the devices assigned to that monitoring point as necessary 16 If a change has been made to any sensor parameter reactivate the monitor See page 6 72 for more information on reactivating a monitor If you didn t change any device parameters there is no need to reactivate the monitor 17 Click on the green Hangup button in the Functions section to disconnect from the...

Page 269: ...ant to collect the data 3 Designate the date and time from which you want to begin collecting data from the monitor in the Start field Qstart defaults to a start date and time of one second past the last data point stored in the local directory or network for the current location To edit a particular value in the Start date or time field select the value and enter a new value or use the up down ar...

Page 270: ...ltiple entities press and hold down the Control Ctrl key while selecting the individual entities To choose consecutive entities in the list select the first entity you want to display press and hold down the Shift key and then click on the last entity you want to include 9 Zoom in on a particular portion of data on the graph by selecting the Zoom option from the Report Type drop down list clicking...

Page 271: ... green Hangup button in the Functions section to discontinue communication with the monitor Qstart generates a collect log entry corresponding to the data collect activity that includes a summary of the details associated with the collect and general monitor status information at the time of the collect You can view the contents of the entry through the log viewer in Qstart ...

Page 272: ... Note ADS recommends collecting the data from the monitor before performing a firmware upgrade 1 Select the monitor for which you want to upgrade the firmware from the Location Name field in the Monitor section on the ADS Qstart dialog 2 Click on the Upgrade button in the Functions section The Open dialog displays 3 Browse to the firmware file and then click on the Open button Qstart initiates and...

Page 273: ...d the status bar displays Activate successful 6 Click on the Hangup button to disconnect from the monitor Qstart generates a log entry of the firmware upgrade that documents the date and time at which the upgrade occurred the result success or failure the previous version of the firmware and the name of the file downloaded during the upgrade ...

Page 274: ...ocation Name drop down list in the Monitor section on the ADS Qstart dialog 2 Click on the Logs button in the Functions section The location name Logs dialog displays 3 Select the type of log you want to view from the Log Type drop down list The Logs list box displays all the logs available in the local directory or network for the selected location and log type 4 Select the date and time correspo...

Page 275: ...o indicate the mounting option to ensure you receive the appropriate installation hardware wall rim mount ADS p n I40 0009 or rung mount ADS p n 8000 0021 Before installing the monitor at the site activate the monitor to verify that the monitor is configured correctly for the application and that the battery pack is operating at an adequate voltage Make any necessary changes to the configuration b...

Page 276: ...7 2 ADS TRITON Manual claims or liability resulting directly or indirectly from the use of this installation guide or the installation of any ADS equipment ...

Page 277: ...eight coming from the cables The hook must be closed to prevent accidental dislodging from its support rung The hook has two pieces a curved portion that goes over the rung and a straight portion which closes the hook underneath the rung The hook must be closed and the clamping bolt nut tight enough to ensure that the straight closure remains in position SERVICE LOOP SHOWN FOR CLARITY GSM ANTENNA ...

Page 278: ... easily during service visits using the mounting bracket extension handle Select a location that provides only a minimal potential for the monitor to experience surcharge conditions Select a location that will prevent the manhole lid from potentially damaging the monitor during removal or when rotating in the opening Select a location that will allow personnel to enter exit the manhole without rem...

Page 279: ... bottom of the bracket onto the monitor mounting flange with two M8 x 30 mm stainless steel bolts two M8 stainless steel lock washers and two M8 stainless steel flat washers supplied with the TRITON when shipped Bolting the mounting bracket to the flange welded to the monitor 6 Carefully lower the monitor into the manhole and place the keyhole of the mounting bracket over the anchor bolt ...

Page 280: ...he mounting bracket Monitor installed in the manhole 8 Neatly coil and secure the excess sensor and communication cables in the manhole to simplify future monitor service activities Secure the cables to plastic anchors or inch x 2 inch M6 x 55 mm anchor bolts using 14 inch 5 mm x 300 mm cable ties Note Be careful to avoid damaging the sensor cables during installation activities Even small pinhole...

Page 281: ...ring service visits using the mounting bracket extension handle Select a location that provides only a minimal potential for the monitor to experience surcharge conditions Select a location that will prevent the manhole lid from potentially damaging the monitor during removal or when rotating in the opening Select a location that will allow personnel to enter exit the manhole without removing moni...

Page 282: ...nal size bit In addition spray cutting oil or another lubricant into the hole while drilling and tapping Drilling the hole in the manhole rim 4 Use a 3 8 inch x 16 threads per inch 10 mm tap that matches the stud thread to cut threads in the hole Twist the tap clockwise turn and then back out turn before continuing deeper ...

Page 283: ...to clear the metal debris by backing the tap almost completely out of the hole and then screwing it back into the hole Lubricate the hole between threading 6 Place two 3 8 16 hex nuts with a 3 8 inch washer in between onto one end of a 3 8 inch x 2 inch stud Placing two nuts and a washer onto the stud ...

Page 284: ...to bind the two nuts together on the stud Binding the nuts together with the washer in between 8 Install the stud into the tapped hole using the outer nut to engage the wrench Continue turning the nut clockwise until the stud is seated at least inch 20 mm deep in the hole Installing the stud into the hole in the manhole rim ...

Page 285: ... steel bolts two M8 stainless steel lock washers and two M8 stainless steel flat washers 12 It may be necessary to drill new holes in the flange 13 Carefully lower the monitor into the manhole and place the keyhole in the bracket over the outer nut on the stud Note ADS strongly recommends attaching a security line to the monitor before lowering it into the manhole to prevent the monitor from accid...

Page 286: ... simplify future monitor service activities Secure the cables to plastic anchors or inch x 2 inch M6 x 55 mm anchor bolts using 14 inch 300 mm cable ties Note Be careful to avoid damaging the sensor cables during installation activities Even small pinholes in the cable can cause a sensor to malfunction or fail ...

Page 287: ...for both external power and communication to the monitor External power is essential for these input and output operations This chapter provides general information on how to use configure and connect these inputs and outputs Note Do not attempt to connect to a third party system or connect interrupt supply of a signal to another system without an owner representative present Under some circumstan...

Page 288: ... qualified electrician instrumentation technician or owner representative to connect ADS equipment to the signal source Consider the examples and general procedures included in this chapter to ensure a successful installation ...

Page 289: ...rform the following procedure to connect each third party instrument or device up to two to an analog input terminal on the ADS XIO Note Make sure external power is available but not turned on to the monitor before connecting the signal wiring If it is not available you cannot complete testing which may require return visits by the owner representative and or electrician or instrument technician f...

Page 290: ...hat correspond to the analog signals within the 4 20mA range and the specific kind of data you want the monitor to store Refer to Chapter 6 Configuration and Activation for instructions on supplying this information in Qstart 3 Connect the analog input wires to the ADS XIO in the following way Note Make sure the power is turned off to the third party device and XIO Release the latches and open the...

Page 291: ...able gland in XIO Insert one of the stripped ends of the positive wire into the hole corresponding to terminal 1 or 3 on the I O terminal block in the XIO Insert one of the stripped ends of the negative wire into the hole corresponding to terminal 2 or 4 on the I O terminal block in the XIO ...

Page 292: ... the third party device based on the vendor s specifications Close and latch the door to the XIO 4 Restore power to the customer s instrument or device and the ADS XIO 5 Verify that adding the ADS equipment will not add too much load to the analog signal loop The XIO input adds 22 ohms to the loop If too much load is added the signal will clip and cause the data to flat line at a lower level than ...

Page 293: ... to full scale However each device is different and in some applications there is no way to simulate maximum output When this occurs calculate the load by measuring the voltage that drives the loop and then measuring the resistance added by each device on the loop The owner s instrumentation representative should conduct this load calculation because it requires toggling power to different devices...

Page 294: ...gnals transferred Connecting a Third Party Device to an Analog Output on the XIO Perform the following procedure to connect each third party device up to two to an analog output terminal on the ADS XIO Note Make sure external power is available but not turned on to the monitor before connecting the signal wiring If it is not available you cannot complete testing which may require return visits by ...

Page 295: ...analog signals with the range and engineering units corresponding to the 4 20mA from the TRITON 4 Connect the analog output wires to the ADS XIO in the following way Note Make sure the power is turned off to the third party device and XIO Release the latches and open the clear front door on the XIO Run the wires up through the left cable gland on the XIO into the enclosure ADS recommends using 18 ...

Page 296: ...le gland in XIO Insert one of the stripped ends of the positive wire into the hole corresponding to terminal 5 or 7 on the I O terminal block in the XIO Insert one of the stripped ends of the negative wire into the hole corresponding to terminal 6 or 8 on the I O terminal block in the XIO ...

Page 297: ...other ends of the positive and negative wires to the third party device based on the vendor s specifications Close and latch the door to the XIO 5 Restore power to the customer s device and the ADS XIO 6 Run a test to verify that the third party instrument is receiving a correct value from the monitor in the following way Enter a test value in the Manual field corresponding to the appropriate Anal...

Page 298: ...ctivation for instructions on activating the monitor Disconnect from the monitor Contact the customer representative to verify the receiving instrument is producing the same value Upon confirmation return to the XIO Device dialog in Qstart deselect the Enable Manual checkbox es and click on the OK button 7 Re activate the monitor ...

Page 299: ...power is available but not turned on to the monitor before connecting the signal wiring If it is not available you cannot complete testing which may require return visits by the owner representative and or electrician or instrument technician for wiring problems 1 Configure the Digital Input 1 or 2 component of the XIO Device through Qstart to indicate the digital input is active and whether you w...

Page 300: ...he outside of the XIO to feed the wires through XIO MODULE CABLE GLAND 2 WIRES Feeding wires up through left cable gland in XIO Insert one of the stripped ends of one of the wires into the hole corresponding to terminal 9 or 11 on the I O terminal block in the XIO Insert one of the stripped ends of the other wire into the hole corresponding to terminal 10 or 12 on the I O terminal block in the XIO...

Page 301: ...nal block Connect the other ends of the wires to the third party device based on the vendor s specifications Close and latch the door to the XIO 3 Restore power to the customer s device and the ADS XIO 4 Test the digital inputs in the following way Make sure the monitor is activated with the appropriate digital input parameters Allow the monitor to record data from the digital input for at least t...

Page 302: ...orm the following procedure to connect each third party device up to two to an digital output terminal on the ADS XIO Note Make sure external power is available but not turned on to the monitor before connecting the signal wiring If it is not available you cannot complete testing which may require return visits by the owner representative and or electrician or instrument technician for wiring prob...

Page 303: ... XIO Release the latches and open the clear front door on the XIO Run the wires up through the left cable gland on the XIO into the enclosure ADS recommends using 18 gauge wiring You may need to loosen the plastic nut on the cable gland on the outside of the XIO to feed the wires through XIO MODULE CABLE GLAND 2 WIRES Feeding wires up through left cable gland in XIO ...

Page 304: ...2 13 14 15 16 17 1 2 1 2 I1 I2 R1 R2 NC 4 20 mA Analogue Outputs 4 20 mA Analogue Inputs Digital Switch Inputs Digital Relay Outputs 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 DIGITAL OUTPUT TERMINALS Term 13 Wire Term 14 Wire Connecting the 2 wires from the third party device to Terminals 13 and 14 digital output terminals on the I O terminal block Connect the other ends of the wires to the third ...

Page 305: ... your event triggers in Qstart to force an event and subsequent return to normal to occur over a limited period of time If you choose this testing option remember to reset your event triggers and reactivate the monitor following the test Modify the environmental conditions at the monitoring location to trigger an event and return to normal over a limited period of time ...

Page 306: ...eference information regarding communication and data exchange through a serial connection involving the TRITON ExPAC XBUS and RTU It specifically addresses the Modbus data registers For Modbus wireless data exchange refer to Chapter Note An RTU remote terminal unit is an example of the kind of customer supplied equipment that uses Modbus acquired data Many other types of equipment may be connecte...

Page 307: ...reater immunity to noise supports longer cable runs without signal degradation and is easier to wire The required port settings are 19200 baud rate 8 data bits no parity 1 stop bit and no flow control Connecting through the RS 485 Port When using an RS 485 connection for Modbus communications choose a cable that is no longer than 4000 feet 1219 m in length with 24 gauge wiring The cable must inclu...

Page 308: ... other enclosure Open the door of the enclosure and run the cable through the appropriate entry point into the enclosure For an XBUS this entry point will be the left cable gland at the bottom of the enclosure You may need to loosen the plastic nut on the cable gland on the outside of the XBUS or other enclosure to feed the cable through ...

Page 309: ...separated 5 Insert the negative wire D from the cable into the negative terminal on the connector refer to the label adjacent to the port and tighten the terminal screw 6 Insert the positive wire D from the cable into the positive terminal on the connector and tighten the terminal screw 7 Insert the ground wire GND SHL from the cable into the ground terminal on the connector and tighten the termin...

Page 310: ...to determine the appropriate pin out for the RS 485 connector on the device end of the cable Identify the pins for the D and D signals and the GND or SHL 9 applicable only when the ExPAC is housed within an XBUS or other enclosure Gently pull on the cable from the outside of the enclosure to remove any excess cabling inside the enclosure Hand tighten the plastic nut on the cable gland when applica...

Page 311: ... the ExPAC in the following way 1 applicable only when the ExPAC is housed within an XBUS or other enclosure Open the door of the enclosure and run the cable through the appropriate entry point into the enclosure For an XBUS this entry point will be the left cable gland at the bottom of the enclosure You may need to loosen the plastic nut on the cable gland on the outside of the XBUS or other encl...

Page 312: ...a DB 9 connector from a pre fabricated cable Strip and separate the wires from the cable and attach re attach the DB 9 connector to the cable based on the pin out referenced in the following table Pin Name Direction Notes 1 DCD Input 2 RX Output 3 TX Input 4 DTR Input 5 GND 6 DSR Internally connected to RTS and CTS 7 RTS Internally connected to DSR and CTS ...

Page 313: ... of the ExPAC ExPAC RS 232 TERMINAL PORT RS 232 terminal connector on ExPAC 4 applicable only when the ExPAC is housed within an XBUS or other enclosure Gently pull on the cable from the outside of the enclosure to remove any excess cabling inside the enclosure Hand tighten the plastic nut on the cable gland when applicable to secure the cable and prevent moisture or debris from entering the insid...

Page 314: ...ters to the SCADA or process control system Consider the following when using a wireless connection While not required ADS strongly recommends powering the TRITON for any continuous Modbus communications through an external source using an ExPAC or XBUS Establishing wireless TCP IP communication may take several minutes Therefore consider this initial delay in communication when setting up the hos...

Page 315: ... or Telog Ru 33 This includes information such as the rate at which Modbus updates the data available to the RTU or Telog unit and Modbus slave ID for facilitating communication between the ExPAC and the RTU or the TRITON and the Telog Ru 33 This configuration occurs through the Qstart software Refer to Chapter 6 Configuration and Activation for instructions on entering this information ...

Page 316: ...on Note The entities available are based on the sensors used and the data logged In addition all values are floating point unless otherwise defined Register Addresses for Entity Data The following table contains the entities currently available for output and the associated register addresses Note The units of measure are based on the units of measure with which the monitor has been activated exce...

Page 317: ... Units of Measure Registers Peak Velocity from Peak Combo Sensor PEAKVEL_1 Feet per Second 40000 40001 Upward Ultrasonic Depth from Peak Combo Sensor UPDEPTH_1 Inches 40002 40003 Pressure Depth from Peak Combo Sensor PDEPTH_1 Inches 40004 40005 Water Temperature from Peak Combo Sensor WATERTEMP_1 Fahrenheit 40006 40007 Surface Velocity from Surface Combo Sensor SURFACEVEL_3 Feet per Second 40016 4...

Page 318: ...t per Second 40028 40029 Monitor Battery Voltage daily BTYVOLT Volts 40030 40031 Flow Rate Threshold from monitor QTHRESHOLD Millions of Gallons per Day 40032 40033 Average Flow Rate from monitor QMLI_AVG Millions of Gallons per Day 40034 40035 Average Flow Depth from monitor DMLI_AVG Inches 40036 40037 Depth Threshold from monitor DTHRESHOLD Inches 40038 40039 Pressure Sensor Calibration Value PR...

Page 319: ... or Ultrasonic Depth Sensor CH1 U1 Inches 40052 40053 Peak Velocity from Peak Combo Sensor or Surface Velocity from Surface Combo Sensor CH1 V1 or DV1 Feet per Second 40054 40055 Pressure Depth from Peak Combo Sensor CH1 P1 Inches 40056 40057 Surcharge Peak Velocity from the Surface Combo Sensor CH1 PV1 Feet per Second 40058 40059 Temperature from the sensor attached to Channel 1 CH1 CT1 Fahrenhei...

Page 320: ...th from Peak Combo Sensor or Smart Depth from the Surface Combo or Ultrasonic Depth Sensor CH2 U2 Inches 40072 40073 Peak Velocity from Peak Combo Sensor or Surface Velocity from Surface Combo Sensor CH2 V2 or DV2 Feet per Second 40074 40075 Pressure Depth from Peak Combo Sensor CH2 P2 Inches 40076 40077 Surcharge Peak Velocity from the Surface Combo Sensor CH2 PV2 Feet per Second 40078 40079 Temp...

Page 321: ...ard Units of Measure Registers Current Monitor Time n a 40128 40129 Last Monitor Scan Time n a 40130 40131 Scan Wakeup Rate n a 40132 40133 Reserved 40134 40135 Depth Conversion Coefficient Inches 40136 40137 Velocity Conversion Coefficient Feet Per Second 40138 40139 Volume Conversion Millions of Gallons per Day 40140 40141 Temperature Conversion Type Fahrenheit 40142 40143 ...

Page 322: ...ions The design of the monitor enables the user to perform general diagnostics and troubleshooting to prevent isolate and correct many problems easily These serve to minimize unnecessary monitor downtime and data loss This chapter provides routine maintenance instructions as well as general diagnostic and troubleshooting guidelines for isolating and correcting monitoring system problems Note Remov...

Page 323: ... pack replacement Note The only service or maintenance activities ADS permits within the monitor chassis are battery pack battery PCB regulator modem unit and fuse replacement Therefore do not handle alter modify remove or replace any other components inside the monitor Such actions will void the monitor warranty agreement and the IS certification Gathering Replacement Parts and Supplies Gather th...

Page 324: ...n the manhole Inspect the monitor for general integrity Verify that nothing more than surface corrosion is present and that the monitor has no obvious mechanical defects Replace the monitor if necessary Perform monitor data confirmations These can occur from a remote location where wireless communication is available Review the applicable logs in Qstart to verify the status of the monitor clock co...

Page 325: ...asured depth of flow and velocity readings to the monitor s readings This process also verifies sensor parameters Refer to the Qstart online help for detailed information on performing confirmation procedures Obtaining Diagnostic Codes from the Monitor The TRITON enables you to observe monitor activity view diagnostic information and confirm test cryouts from the monitor through a small LED status...

Page 326: ...s awake or involved in active communication Activating and Reading the Diagnostic Codes The diagnostic information available through the LED corresponds to power and wireless communication such as signal strength battery voltage and IP address These codes are particularly useful during site investigation and system installation to ensure an adequate and consistent signal strength test communicatio...

Page 327: ...representing monitor activity are displaying in the window Therefore verify that the LED window is blank before attempting to activate the code sequence In addition make sure the LED window is in clear view before initiating the code sequence Note Activating the diagnostic codes using the magnet also wakes up and resets the modem in the monitor When communication issues arise the monitor often wil...

Page 328: ...number character at a time indicates modem initialization indicates code initiation is followed by the modem s model number is followed by the wireless provider s number is followed by the battery voltage to two decimal places is followed by the wireless communication raw signal strength ranging from 0 to 31 then followed by the signal strength in decibels ranging from 51 to 113 dBs 99 indicates t...

Page 329: ...ndow using the red magnet or in Qstart before installing the monitor and after collecting data The projected life for the internal monitor battery pack is 15 months at a 15 minute sample rate for the 12 volt battery pack Actual battery life will vary based on the number of sensors and active functions providing data However replace the battery pack as soon as possible whenever the internal voltage...

Page 330: ...voltage The status bar on the ADS Qstart dialog also displays the current battery voltage Qstart will display the battery voltage on the status bar in red if it is low 3 Review the Monitor Status that displays once communication has been established Replace the battery pack when the Monitor Status indicates that the internal voltage is low The Print Preview dialog displays the current system infor...

Page 331: ...l void the monitor warranty agreement and the IS certification Warning The TRITON can receive internal power only from the ADS 12 volt IS battery pack p n 8000 0043 02 04 Do not use any other battery or power source to power the monitor internally ADS offers a replacement 12 volt battery pack ADS p n 8000 0043 02 to replace the existing battery pack when the battery voltage is low or falls below t...

Page 332: ...tor and the sensor cable s from the corresponding port s on the monitor 3 Move the monitor from the hazardous area i e at least 20 feet 6 1 m away from the manhole and place in a dry location 4 Remove the 4 bolts securing the top to the canister using a 13 mm nut driver 5 Wipe away any debris or moisture that could enter the chassis once the unit is opened 6 Remove the top with the attached power ...

Page 333: ...side However do not disconnect the battery cable while the monitor is awake e g taking readings or communicating When the monitor is awake characters and lights display on the LED STATUS window Note Keep the underside of the top the regulator dome and the top gasket free of dirt mud and other debris Debris and dirt can compromise the seal of the monitor once it is reassembled In addition inspect t...

Page 334: ...t to the monitor left and disconnecting the cables at the plastic white connectors right 8 Lift out the battery pack from the canister using the white handle band attached to the top of the pack 12 volt battery pack outside canister with retainer plug on top ...

Page 335: ...and disconnect the PCB from the battery pack in the following way 12 volt battery pack without retainer plug Carefully move the thick red band securing the PCB to the side of the battery pack off of the PCB Carefully disconnect the PCB from the battery pack at the white plastic connector ...

Page 336: ...ttery pack and then secure the PCB to the side of the pack with the red band 11 Run the loose cable from the battery pack through the hole in the underside of the retainer plug and then seat the retainer plug on top of the battery pack Be sure to pull the excess cable through the plug before fully seating the plug 12 Lower the battery pack into the monitor canister and then connect the cable from ...

Page 337: ...apped between the two parts while tightening the bolts on the monitor top preventing an effective air watertight seal and potentially damaging the battery cable and or gasket L E N N A H C 2 SENS CPU E T N A A N N SENSORS L E N N A H C 1 WAKE When securing top to canister always align COMM EXT PWR connector with backside of canister and molded mounting flange EXT R www adsenv com C O MM PW R TM ST...

Page 338: ...Nm 15 Place the monitor upright on the ground surface beside the manhole and reconnect the antenna cable to the ANTENNA port on the monitor 16 Check the new battery voltage by activating the diagnostic codes in the LED STATUS window on the monitor using the red magnet The internal voltage should now be well above 7 5 volts Refer to Activating and Reading the Diagnostic Codes on page 10 5 for instr...

Page 339: ...he sensor according to the procedures in Chapter 3 Sensor Installation and Connection Scrub the face of the Peak Combo Sensor with a soft bristle brush Confirm that all sensor cables are neatly arranged securely fastened and free of debris cuts kinks and breaks that may affect performance Replace any sensor that has a damaged cable When handling storing or packing the Surface Combo Sensor avoid co...

Page 340: ... 0032 in the following way 1 Clip the cable ties securing the dryer tube to the monitor 2 Cut the clear flexible tubing running from the dryer tube to the pressure depth sensor connector at a location close to the brass barbed fitting on the dryer tube 3 Set aside but do not discard the old dryer tube with the used desiccant 4 Attach a new dryer tube to the pressure depth sensor by inserting the b...

Page 341: ...ryer tube entering the clear plastic tubing leading to the sensor connector The desiccant beads of the appropriate size for this dryer tube are available through ADS p n 901 11055 00 Replace the desiccant in the following way 1 Clip the cable ties securing the dryer tube to the monitor when applicable 2 Use a 5 8 inch nut driver to remove the inset nut at the free end of the dryer tube end of the ...

Page 342: ...d following a special process designed to remove the moisture from the beads Please consult the desiccant manufacturer for instructions on performing this procedure when applicable Replacing the SIM Card TRITON monitors handle communications through an internal modem that is supported by a replaceable SIM card that resides in an enclosure on the monitor top The SIM card typically requires replacem...

Page 343: ...e cap on the SIM card enclosure SIM card enclosure with plastic tie 5 Pull out the locks securing the cap to the enclosure and remove the cap from the enclosure SIM card enclosure locks released left and enclosure cap removed right 6 The SIM card holder in the enclosure functions based on spring action Therefore press the exposed edge of the SIM card into the holder and release The card should pop...

Page 344: ...update the LIF in the Qstart software The IP address is printed directly on the SIM card or on a label affixed to the card 9 Insert the SIM card into the groove in the holder on the inside of the enclosure notched edge first with the contacts facing the pressure valve Slide the SIM card all the way into the holder and press down to lock it into place The holder s spring mechanism should secure the...

Page 345: ...attery powered monitors or a standard A to B USB cable to the USB port on the ExPAC for externally powered monitors Attach the other end of the USB cable to your laptop computer 14 Reactivate the monitor through Qstart Note You must reactivate the monitor through a direct serial connection before you can resume wireless communications following SIM card replacement 15 Establish communication with ...

Page 346: ...rarely has issues Refer to the Troubleshooting section beginning on page 10 33 to identify whether a fuse may be the source of a particular problem that has occurred within the TRITON system and if so which fuse may require replacement Note If the troubleshooting procedures indicate that a sensor may have shorted or a sensor may have shorted and the 5 volt blue fuse on the power regulator in the m...

Page 347: ... m away from the manhole and place in a dry location 7 Remove the four bolts securing the monitor top to the canister using a 13 mm nut driver 8 Wipe away any debris or moisture that could enter the chassis once the unit is opened 9 Remove the top with the attached power regulator dome by pulling it straight up from the canister 10 Place the top upside down next to the canister with the dome facin...

Page 348: ...plastic white connectors right 11 Remove the brass thumb nut securing the dome to the monitor top Removing nut securing regulator dome to monitor top 12 Carefully lift off the dome from the top as if opening like a book Notice the three fuses seated on the regulator board on the inside of the dome Nut securing dome ...

Page 349: ...se s from the regulator board by gently but firmly pulling and lifting it straight up from the board Notice that the label on each fuse displays a color bar red blue or yellow that corresponds to the color coding on the board adjacent to the fuse Close up of regulator board showing the three color coded fuses ...

Page 350: ...e to the cable exiting from the hole in the top dome assembly 17 Coil the excess cabling around the inner wall of the canister when applicable and carefully lower the top dome assembly back onto the canister Keeping the proper orientation between the canister and the top is critical to maintaining the watertight and airtight seal on the monitor Once the top has been torqued down after manufacture ...

Page 351: ...FST IM Utilisez uniquement la batterie 8000 0043 Ta 20 C to 60 C CSA 2013 2671180 Ex ia IIB T3 152 C S N See CONTROL DWG 8000BK0009 Voir SCHEMA DE CONTROLE Use only battery pack 8000 0043 SIR 006 Returning the monitor top to the proper orientation with the canister 18 Finger tighten the top bolts to make sure the top and gasket are seated properly Then tighten the bolts about halfway to full torqu...

Page 352: ...e entire cable connection between the antenna and ANTENNA port extending 1 to 2 inches 25 to 50 mm onto the cable beyond the connection When applicable rewrap the connection between the external power communication cable and the COMM EXT PWR port in the same manner 23 Reconnect the sensor s to the appropriate ports s i e Channel 1 and or Channel 2 on the monitor Interpreting the Diagnostic LED Cod...

Page 353: ...to communication port Blue Flashing Transmitting data to communication port Off Not transmitting data I S TX to TRITON Blue Flashing TRITON transmitting data Off Not transmitting data RX to communication port Red Flashing Receiving data from communication port Off Not receiving data I S RX to TRITON Red Flashing TRITON receiving data Off Not receiving data DC In LED I S DC Out LED I S TX and RX LE...

Page 354: ...h the processor board power source or communication lines Problems in one subsystem can create problems in other subsystems when the power source or communication lines are faulty Problems with communications clock readings time stamps and data storage intervals usually arise from faulty processor board components incorrect information entered on the user s PC or low batteries Failures occurring o...

Page 355: ...irectly Then send the monitor to ADS for repair This section provides general guidelines for troubleshooting and correcting problems with the TRITON monitor and sensor subsystems General Monitor Problems The following tables contain general troubleshooting techniques for the TRITON flow monitor Problem Time stamp on the collected data is incorrect Possible Causes PC clock may have been set to inco...

Page 356: ...or Correct and reactivate if necessary Collect the data from the monitor and replace monitor if defective Problem You receive a Device Time Out message in Qstart Possible Cause Communications may be marginal Modem may be defective Possible Solutions Re attempt communication with monitor Verify signal strength Check a Qstart data collect log or check the Status in Qstart If the signal strength indi...

Page 357: ...ithin the gap Contact your regional ADS representative Problem Data is missing at the beginning or end of the date range following data collection Possible Causes Monitor activation may have failed Monitor time may be incorrect Monitor s firmware file may be corrupt Possible Solutions Verify whether the monitor has been activated and activate if necessary Check monitor time and reset clock if nece...

Page 358: ...ator If the monitor is logging data only during monitor communications following a firmware upgrade contact your ADS regional representative to clear the monitor memory and reactivate the monitor Contact your regional ADS representative Problem An I O error message displays when communicating with the monitor Possible Causes Communication quality might be marginal Antenna may be defective Processo...

Page 359: ...Battery pack may be dead or below minimum voltage requirement 7 5 volts internal Wireless network failure SIM card is not properly provisioned Monitor may have lost communication with network and cannot re establish communication Connection type may be incorrectly configured in the monitor Antenna may be defective Monitor may be defective Modem may be defective 3 3 volt fuse on regulator may have ...

Page 360: ...ent Verify the connection type is set to Wireless in Qstart Try connecting to other wireless units in the same area other wireless monitor sites If all connections fail for similar IP addresses and or none of the wireless connections are successful there may be a wireless network outage in your area Contact your regional ADS representative for them to investigate a possible outage Delete any leadi...

Page 361: ...B Serial Interface cable ADS p n 8000 0337 Verify the monitor responds If it does the modem might be faulty If it does not remove the monitor from the hazardous area at least 20 feet away from the manhole disconnect the battery pack wait at least 1 minute and then reconnect the monitor battery pack If remote communication resumes try to connect several times to ensure communication is reliable Rep...

Page 362: ...e Solutions Verify cable connections to monitor and field computer are secure Verify the port is correct through the Control Panel on your computer Inspect USB serial interface cable for damage Load USB drivers following the instructions on the USB cable applies only if the software provides a Getting Monitor Attention message while attempting to communicate Remove the monitor from the hazardous a...

Page 363: ...e Contact your ADS representative for further diagnosis prior to replacing a sensor Problem Range from ultrasonic depth subsystem is slightly inconsistent with manually measured range Possible Causes Physical offset may be incorrect Pipe height may be incorrect Electronic offset might be incorrect Possible Solutions Verify the physical offset and adjust it if necessary Verify the pipe height Verif...

Page 364: ...level Foam extreme condensation or other substance may be absorbing the pulse Sensor may be faulty Possible Solutions Verify the physical offset Verify the pipe height Verify electronic offset and adjust if necessary Make sure the sensor is level and in good condition Check the hydraulic conditions in the pipe Fire the sensor at a shorter distance onto a hard surface to confirm accuracy Clean dry ...

Page 365: ...the sensor Replace the sensor Contact your regional ADS representative Problem Raw ultrasonic depth data shows depths greater than the pipe diameter Possible Causes Physical offset may be incorrect Pipe height may be incorrect Electronic offset may be incorrect Pipe may be surcharged Sensor may be dirty Sensor may be faulty Possible Solutions Verify the physical offset Verify the pipe height Verif...

Page 366: ...if necessary Clean the sensor Contact your regional ADS representative Replace the sensor Replace the monitor if defective Problem Ultrasonic depth readings are erratic Possible Causes Noise may exist in the sewer pipe Sensor may be dirty Flow may be choppy or foamy Sensor may not be level Possible Solutions Check the flow conditions Clean the sensor Check if the sensor is level and correct if nec...

Page 367: ...trasonic Depth Sensor Replace the 5 volt blue fuse when replaceable on the regulator Caution Do not connect a potentially shorted sensor to another monitor until confirming that the sensor is functional i e not shorted using a voltmeter A shorted sensor will blow the 5 volt blue replacement fuse on the regulator of the monitor Problem Sensor reports abnormal temperatures Possible Causes Sensor con...

Page 368: ...a strong return signal close to the sensor face Sensor transmit receive surfaces are dirty Sensor or cabling might be faulty Possible Solutions Verify minimum flow depths are not occurring within sensor deadband Set the deadband on the UpDepth sensor to a setting other than Auto but well below the expected minimum flow depth Fire the sensor several times to verify whether the readings improve Ensu...

Page 369: ...e sensor is installed as closely as possible to the 6 00 position in the pipe silt allowing Contact your regional ADS representative Replace the sensor Replace the monitor if defective Problem UpDepth readings are abnormally low Possible Causes Sensor transmit receive surfaces may be covered with silt Sensor may be physically offset in the flow and the correct physical offset has not been measured...

Page 370: ...fuse on regulator may be blown Possible Solutions Replace the Peak Combo Sensor Replace the 5 volt blue fuse when replaceable on the regulator Caution Do not connect a questionable sensor to another monitor before verifying the integrity of the sensor A shorted sensor will blow the 5 volt blue replacement fuse on the regulator in the monitor ...

Page 371: ...en provides a velocity reading of 0 Possible Causes Sensor s velocity transmit receive surfaces may be dirty or the velocity function is broken Minimum flows may be occurring within the sensor deadband extending 1 0 inches 25 mm up from the bottom of the Peak Combo Sensor Cabling between the processor board and the velocity sensor may be bad Velocity parameters may require adjustment Possible Solu...

Page 372: ...ensor deadband extending 1 0 inches 25 mm up from the bottom of the Peak Combo Sensor Velocity function may be broken Possible Solutions Clean the sensor s transmit receive surfaces Verify that minimum flows are occurring outside the sensor deadband Check the sensor connections Check the velocity parameters Contact your regional ADS representative Replace the velocity sensor ...

Page 373: ... as the erratic data Rotate the sensor further toward the center of the pipe if possible Change the Transmit Frequency It should be set to High for optimal performance Reduce the maximum velocity in the device parameters to narrow the range Check the sensor connections Contact your regional ADS representative Replace the sensor Replace the monitor if defective Problem Velocity readings are abnorma...

Page 374: ...d sensor will blow the 5 volt blue replacement fuse on the regulator in the monitor Surface Velocity Subsystem The following tables contain general troubleshooting techniques for the surface velocity subsystem corresponding to the Surface Combo Sensor Problem Velocity readings are erratic or incorrect Possible Causes Sensor may be dirty or covered by debris Maximum Velocity setting may require adj...

Page 375: ...regulator may have blown Possible Solutions Replace the Surface Combo Sensor Replace the 5 volt blue fuse when replaceable on the regulator Caution Do not connect a questionable sensor to another monitor before verifying the integrity of the sensor A shorted sensor will blow the 5 volt blue replacement fuse on the regulator in the monitor ...

Page 376: ...essure dryer tube may not be functioning properly Black cap may still be on the dryer tube Possible Solutions Inspect color of desiccant in dryer tube and replace the dryer tube if necessary Inspect the vent tube along its entire length to ensure the cable is not pinched and that the cable ties securing the vent tube are not too tight Verify that the black cap has been removed from the dryer tube ...

Page 377: ...sensor will blow the 5 volt blue replacement fuse on the regulator in the monitor Temperature Subsystem The following table contains general troubleshooting techniques for the temperature subsystem corresponding to all sensors supporting the TRITON Problem Temperature readings are excessively low or incorrect Possible Causes Temperature sensor may be faulty Cable connecting sensor to monitor may b...

Page 378: ...Solutions Reset breaker Have owner operator restore main power source to station as applicable Verify that the wiring is properly connected inside the XIO XBUS or to the ExPAC and power supply Verify that On LED on the front of the power supply in the XIO XBUS is illuminated If it is not but AC power is live replace the power supply XBUS XIO Verify that the DC OUT LED to the right of the DC OUT te...

Page 379: ... to both 4 20 mA outputs XIO Device may not have been properly configured through Qstart Analog module in XIO may not have been setup properly or may be defective Possible Solutions Verify wiring between XIO output and the external input device has been properly connected Verify that the correct entity has been selected and that the scale has been set properly in Qstart If necessary adjust the con...

Page 380: ...as been selected the scale has been set properly and the appropriate data checkboxes have been selected in Qstart If necessary adjust the configuration and reactivate the monitor Contact your regional ADS representative Problem Data received at the monitor through the digital input in the XIO from the customer output device is not consistent with output Possible Causes XIO Device may not have been...

Page 381: ...vate the monitor Contact your regional ADS representative Problem Modbus communication is not successful Possible Causes Wiring to RS 485 or RS 232 port on ExPAC may be incorrect Communication port settings in customer device may be incorrect Modbus ID designated in Qstart may be incorrect ExPAC may be defective Possible Solutions Verify wiring for RS 485 or RS 232 is correct Verify that the prope...

Page 382: ... 37 inch 6 39 mm thick seamless plastic canister with stainless steel threaded inserts Aluminum end cap attached to canister with four stainless steel bolts and a gasket interface Meets NEMA6P IP68 standard Dimensions 17 75 inches 451 mm long by 8 75 inches 222 mm maximum diameter 6 63 inches 168 mm minimum diameter Weight 30 3 pounds 13 7 kg with 12 volt battery pack Operating Storage Temperature...

Page 383: ...d and frequency of communications Connectors U S MIL C 26482 series 1 for environmental sealing with gold plated contacts and interfacial seals Inputs and Outputs 2 configurable sensor inputs 1 communication connector for direct interface with a computer external power input and external communications or water quality sampler output cable connection 1 antenna port 1 SIM card enclosure with an air...

Page 384: ...y Safe and Non Incendive Systems For Hazardous Locations Zone 0 Calculating the Total Days of Storage Available This section includes a special equation to use in determining the number of days of data that can be stored in the monitor memory based on a specific application Consider the following when calculating the total days The monitor memory holds 832 kilobytes or 851 968 bytes of data The lo...

Page 385: ...he total days of storage available in the monitor memory Data Storage Available in the Monitor in Bytes Total Days of Storage in the Monitor Memory Number of Readings Taken per Day for One entity X Memory Consumed for One Entity Reading Date Time Stamp X Number of Entities Logged by the Monitor based on the selected devices For example recording data at a 15 minute sample rate using a Peak Combo S...

Page 386: ... 100 feet 30 5 m long x 0 28 inches 7 2 mm nominal OD polyurethane jacket Extension cables available up to 300 feet 91 4 m Operating Storage Temperature Operating 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C Storage 4 to 167 F 20 to 75 C Note This sensor will not produce accurate readings in frozen flow Upward Ultrasonic Depth Upward Depth Accuracy 0 5 of reading or 0 125 inches 3 2 mm whichever is greater Deadband Exte...

Page 387: ...of actual peak velocity whichever is greater in flow velocities from 5 to 20 ft sec 1 52 to 6 10 m sec Pressure Depth Pressure Range 0 0 to 5 0 PSI 0 0 0 34 Bar up to 11 5 feet 3 5 m 0 0 to 15 0 PSI 0 0 1 03 Bar up to 34 5 feet 10 5 m 0 0 to 30 PSI 0 0 2 07 Bar up to 69 0 feet 21 0 m Pressure Accuracy 0 5 0 PSI 0 0 34 Bar 1 4 inches 36 mm 0 15 0 PSI 0 1 03 Bar 4 1 inches 104 mm 0 0 to 30 PSI 0 0 2...

Page 388: ...35 inches 8 9 mm nominal OD polyurethane jacket Extension cables available up to 300 feet 91 m Operating Storage Temperature Operating 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C Storage 4 to 167 F 20 to 75 C Note The sensor will not produce accurate readings when ice is built up on the sensor Downward Ultrasonic Depth Accuracy 0 125 inches 3 2 mm Deadband 1 0 inch 25 4 mm from the sensor face or 5 of maximum range whi...

Page 389: ...eadband 3 inches 76 mm from the bottom of the rear descended portion of the sensor Minimum Velocity 1 foot per second 0 30 m sec Frequency Varies based on the parameter settings Range 3 to 42 inches 7 to 1067 mm Resolution 0 01 feet per second 0 003 m sec Surcharge Peak Velocity Range 30 to 30 feet second 9 1 to 9 1 m sec Frequency 250 kHz Resolution 0 01 feet per second 0 003 m sec Accuracy 0 2 f...

Page 390: ...0 01 inches 0 25 mm Ultrasonic Depth Sensor ADS p n 8K CS5 D1 00 30 This sensor supports downward ultrasonic depth Housing ABS plastic shell epoxy filled Dimensions 10 61 inches 269 mm long x 2 03 inches 52 mm wide x 2 45 inches 62 mm high Cable Standard size 30 0 feet 9 14 m long x 0 35 inches nominal 8 9 mm nominal OD polyurethane jacket Extension cables available up to 300 feet 91 m Operating S...

Page 391: ...munications with the TRITON monitor It consists of two cables a primary cable with interface box and potted metal connector and a standard USB Type A to Type B cable Cable Length Primary Cable 10 feet 3 1 m long USB A to B Cable 6 feet 1 8 m long Construction Primary Shielded 10 conductor cable with polyurethane jacket in line opto isolation PCB in ABS plastic housing 3 3 inches 85 mm x 2 5 inches...

Page 392: ... kg Operating Temperature 4 to 122 F 20 to 50 C External Power Requires DC power input between 9 to 36 volts and a minimum of 15 watts I S DC output of 9 to 11 8 volts 500 mA Connectors One RS 485 3 terminals one RS 232 DB9 one USB type B one 9 to 36 volt DC input 3 terminals monitor communications 5 terminals and one DC out 3 terminals Certifications Associated Apparatus certification for use wit...

Page 393: ...itors Manufacturer and Model XP Power DNR60US24 Dimensions 3 60 inches 90 mm high x 1 59 inches 41 mm wide x 4 53 inches 115 mm deep Weight 0 8 pounds 350 g Operating Temperature 40 to 158 F 40 to 70 C Input Voltage 85 264 VAC Output Voltage 24 V Ripple and Noise 50 mV pk pk 20 MHz bandwidth may increase at low temperatures ...

Page 394: ...2 F 10 to 50 C Power Supply XP Power DNR60US24 Refer to page A 12 for specifications and details on the power supply Power Input 85 264 VAC 120 375 VDC 47 63 Hz 1 10 A 110 0 59 A 250 VAC External Power Communications Unit ADS ExPAC Refer to page A 11 for specifications and details on the ExPAC Connectors Three cable glands for power cable monitor communication cable and RS 232 RS 485 cable NEMA4X ...

Page 395: ...s 190 mm wide x 5 03 inches 128 mm deep Weight 5 0 pounds 2 3 kg Operating Storage Temperature 14 to 122 F 10 to 50 C Power Supply XP Power DNR60US24 Refer to page A 12 for specifications and details on the power supply Power Input 85 264 VAC 120 375 VDC 47 63 Hz 1 10 A 110 0 59 A 250 VAC Analog Inputs Two 4 20mA inputs Isolation 1500 VAC Accuracy 0 05 F S Thermal Drift 100ppm C Analog Outputs Two...

Page 396: ... specifications and details on the ExPAC Connectors Three cable glands for power cable monitor communication cable and digital and or analog I O cable NEMA4X IP66 protection 5 2 mm DIN rail terminal blocks for I O connection 30 to 12 gauge wire size Certification Associated Apparatus certification for use with approved equipment in Zone 0 Class I Division 1 Groups C D in the U S and CSA Class I Zo...

Page 397: ...R EXTERNAL POWER GLOBAL 3G 4G GLOBAL BANDS DOES NOT INCLUDE 12 VOLT IS BATTERY PACK Sensors and Sensor and Sampler Cables 8K CS4 05 35 SENSOR CS4 UPWARD DEPTH PEAK VELOCITY PRESSURE SENSOR 0 5 PSI 0 0 34 Bar 35 FT 10 6 m CABLE 8K CS4 15 35 SENSOR CS4 UPWARD DEPTH PEAK VELOCITY PRESSURE SENSOR 0 15 PSI 0 1 03 Bar 35 FT 10 6 m CABLE 8K CS4 30 1H SENSOR CS4 UPWARD DEPTH PEAK VELOCITY PRESSURE SENSOR ...

Page 398: ...D LENGTHS 10 FT 3 0m 25 FT 7 6m 50 FT 15 2m 75 FT 22 8m 100 FT 30 5m 125 FT 38 1m 150 FT 45 7m 200 FT 61 0m CUSTOM LENGTHS TO 300 FT 91m 8000 0348 SAMPLER CABLE IS TRITON 25 FT 7 6 m NO CONNECTOR 8000 0348 01 SAMPLER CABLE IS TRITON 25 FT 7 6 m FLOW PROPORTIONAL MODE CONNECTOR 8000 0348 02 SAMPLER CABLE IS TRITON 25 FT 7 6 m LEVEL ACTIVATION MODE CONNECTOR Communication Parts 8000 0337 USB SERIAL ...

Page 399: ...ER REGULATOR ASSEMBLY GLOBAL MODEM AND REPLACEABLE FUSES IS 3G FST IM 508071 FUSE MOLDED 315mA TH SLOW BLOW RED BAND 508072 FUSE MOLDED 140mA 3 3 volt TH SLOW BLOW YELLOW BAND 508073 FUSE MOLDED 100mA 5 volt TH SLOW BLOW BLUE BAND Standard Size Installation Rings w spreader mechanism Surface Combo Sensor Ultrasonic Depth Sensor bracket RING SS STAINLESS STEEL Pipe Diam Range I25 0081 RING SS 6 IN ...

Page 400: ...A 60W DIN RAIL 508292 MODULE 4 20mA 2 IN 2 OUT RS485 MODBUS 8000 0400 XIO TWO 4 20mA INPUT TWO 4 20mA OUTPUT TWO RELAY OUTPUT TWO DIGITAL INPUT 8000 0434 xxx xxx represents cable length in feet KIT GROUND EXTERNAL POWER TRITON STANDARD GROUND CABLE LENGTHS OF 10 FT 3 0m 25 FT 7 6m and 100 FT 30 5m CUSTOMIZABLE UP TO 800 FT 243 8m Other mounting hardware 8000 0307 BRACKET MOUNTING SLIDE SURFACE COM...

Page 401: ...3 SPREADER MECHANISM FOR RING COMPLETE SS I40 0010 BRACKET SURCHARGE with ULTRASONIC SLIDE Note When ordering this bracket you also must order the Sliding Adapter Bracket 8000 0299 for receiving the Ultrasonic Depth Sensor I10 0012 18 IN 610 mm CRANK HANDLE SS 1 This item is part of the mounting hardware included with the monitor for the flange handle ADS p n I40 0009 Note In all applications only...

Page 402: ...ludes descriptions of the monitor activities corresponding to the codes Note Some of the activities share a common code Code Monitor Activity Cycling modem power Processing alarms Calculating final updepth waveform from Peak Combo Sensor Reading all the sensor pairs from the downward ultrasonic depth sensor stand alone or integrated sensor in the Surface Combo Sensor Reading the downlooking ultras...

Page 403: ...task Erasing files in modem Encoding CSV data for FTP delivery Processing events Viewing the FTP CSV file send status Hanging up No active events Writing file to modem Measuring peak velocity from the Peak Combo Sensor through NumReadings updepth reading number grabNums number of vpeak grab uPairs number of ultrasonic pairs being fired Connecting to FTP site for 0 5 seconds then for 0 5 seconds Wa...

Page 404: ...essage Reading temperature Reading updepth from the Peak Combo Sensor System startup Blinking decimal Actively communicating through a serial or wireless connection remains on and off an equivalent period of time or actively communicating over an FTP connection remains on twice as long than off Experiencing communication errors between the processor ADS p n 8000 0338 and the regulator modem ADS p ...

Page 405: ...ctively request data from the TRITON monitor Connecting the units together primarily involves running the ADS Triton Telog Comm Cable from the battery powered Ru 33 to the battery powered TRITON monitor This application requires installing both units in the manhole a hazardous environment However ADS offers an optional extension cable ADS p n 8000 0044 25 that allows you to install the Telog unit ...

Page 406: ... using the same interval for both the scan rate in the monitor and the rate at which the Telog unit requests the data from the monitor Modbus ID This represents the Modbus slave ID that will be used by the Ru 33 to indicate the specific monitor from which to request the data ADS recommends using 55 to identify the TRITON Modbus Delay Response This represents the amount of time in milliseconds foll...

Page 407: ...IR09 0020X Ta 20 C to 60 C Ex ia IIB T3 152 C Ga Rev DATE MODEL 8000 FHK FST IM Utilisez uniquement la batterie 8000 0043 Ta 20 C to 60 C CSA 2013 2671180 Ex ia IIB T3 152 C S N See CONTROL DWG 8000BK0009 Voir SCHEMA DE CONTROLE Use only battery pack 8000 0043 SIR 006 Connecting the Telog Ru 33 to the TRITON monitor using the Triton Telog Comm Cable Note Do not leave the Triton Telog Comm Cable co...

Page 408: ...e monitor 10 8 alarms testing monitor cryouts 10 8 analog device 6 64 analog inputs 2 24 8 1 connection 8 3 analog outputs 2 24 8 1 connection 8 8 SCADA 8 8 antenna 1 5 installation 4 5 4 7 ANTENNA port 2 8 APN username and password 6 49 ATEX compliance 1 13 hazardous area 1 13 standards 1 3 special conditions for use 1 6 B band securing the sensor cables 3 51 battery pack 1 4 1 5 2 10 replacement...

Page 409: ...lation 4 7 SIM card installation 4 11 landline 2 2 modem testing monitor cryouts 10 8 monitor viewing diagnostic codes 10 5 monitor activity codes 10 5 C 1 monitor ANTENNA port 2 8 monitor COMM EXT PWR port 2 8 obtaining the IP address from the monitor 10 5 on site 2 5 4 16 4 17 overview 2 4 internal modem 2 5 remote 2 2 troubleshooting 10 38 verifying signal strength 10 5 wireless 2 2 2 4 4 3 com...

Page 410: ...nt pressure depth sensor dryer tube 10 19 replacing beads in dryer tube 10 20 devices Analog 6 64 Data Delivery 6 53 Daylight Saving 6 66 diagnostics 6 76 editing Data Delivery 6 53 Flow 6 55 Modem Setup 6 49 Peak Combo Sensor 6 16 Smart Ultrasonic Depth Sensor 6 44 Surface Combo Sensor 6 29 Flow 6 55 FTP Operations 6 61 MLI 6 57 Modem Setup 6 49 Peak Combo 6 15 Peak Combo Sensor editing temperatu...

Page 411: ...ronic offset 6 17 6 20 6 29 6 43 6 45 events testing monitor cryouts 10 8 ExPAC 1 4 2 2 2 11 diagnostic codes 10 31 installation 5 10 mounting to DIN rail 5 10 mounting to wall 5 14 installation and wiring 5 19 5 29 Modbus 2 24 9 1 RS 232 connection 9 6 RS 485 connection 9 2 RS 232 connection 9 6 RS 485 connection 9 2 running the ground wires 5 22 specifications A 11 wiring to the monitor 5 29 wir...

Page 412: ... connecting analog outputs 8 8 connecting digital inputs 8 13 connecting digital outputs 8 16 connecting relay outputs 8 16 SCADA 8 8 IECEx certificates 1 19 certification 1 19 compliance 1 19 hazardous area compliance 1 19 standards 1 2 special conditions for use 1 6 indirect communication 4 17 inspection monitor 10 3 sensors 10 18 installation 1 2 band mount Peak Combo Sensor 3 48 1 2 band mount...

Page 413: ... mount adapter 3 48 3 4 band mount 3 44 3 4 band mount with silt mount adapter 3 45 mounting the Peak Combo Sensor 3 42 parts and supplies 3 39 tools 3 42 standard 3 5 3 7 mounting sensors to the ring 3 23 parts and supplies 3 8 ring assembly 3 11 tools 3 11 supplying power to system 5 36 Surface Combo Sensor standard mount 3 53 standard mount using sliding adapter bracket 3 55 Ultrasonic Depth Se...

Page 414: ...n 9 9 Telog Ru 33 D 2 verifying output data 6 74 XBUS 9 2 9 6 mode 6 30 6 45 6 54 modem 1 5 antenna connection to monitor 4 14 antenna installation 4 5 ceritification 1 13 installing the SIM card 4 11 installing the wireless antenna 4 7 overview 2 5 replacing the SIM card 10 21 testing monitor cryouts 10 8 Modem Setup APN username and password 6 49 editing device 6 49 moisture in pressure depth se...

Page 415: ...ecuring the dryer tube 3 69 sensors 1 4 shipping for warranty work 1 29 SIM card installation 4 11 specifications A 1 supplying external power 5 36 telemetry 1 5 Telog Ru 33 D 1 testing cryout capability 10 8 torque for bolts 10 17 10 30 troubleshooting 10 34 troubleshooting fee 1 29 viewing diagnostic codes 10 5 voltage regulator board 2 10 warranty 1 28 wireless communication 1 5 2 4 4 3 wiring ...

Page 416: ...10 18 installation 1 2 band mount 3 48 1 2 band mount with silt mount adapter 3 48 3 4 band mount 3 44 3 4 band mount with silt mount adapter 3 45 silt mount adapter 3 45 3 48 IS certification 1 4 overview 2 15 peak velocity measurement 2 17 pressure depth measurement 2 16 upward ultrasonic depth measurement 2 16 pressure sensor dryer tube replacing desiccant 10 20 replacing pressure sensor dryer ...

Page 417: ... 5 29 5 34 supply to system 5 36 wiring the AC power cable to the power supply 5 15 wiring the monitor to the ExPAC 5 29 wiring the monitor to the XBUS 5 29 wiring the monitor to the XIO 5 29 wiring the power supply to the ExPAC 5 19 XBUS 1 4 2 2 2 11 XIO 1 4 2 2 2 11 power supply installation 5 7 mounting to DIN rail 5 7 installation and wiring 5 15 5 19 specifications A 12 wiring to the AC power...

Page 418: ...7 XIO device parameters 6 68 R regulator replacement 10 25 replacing fuses 10 25 regulator replacement 10 25 relay outputs connection 8 16 repairs out of warranty 1 29 replacement 12 volt IS battery pack 10 10 desiccant in dryer tube 10 20 dryer tube 10 19 fuses 10 25 parts part numbers B 1 regulator 10 25 SIM card 10 21 returns international 1 29 rim mounting 7 7 ring assembly 3 11 installation 3...

Page 419: ...ensor 2 19 Ultrasonic Depth Sensor 2 18 part numbers B 1 Peak Combo Sensor editing devices 6 16 mounting to the ring 3 25 mounting to the ring using the silt mount adapter 3 25 overview 2 15 peak velocity 2 17 pressure depth 2 16 specifications A 5 troubleshooting peak velocity 10 50 troubleshooting pressure depth 10 55 troubleshooting temperature 10 56 troubleshooting upward ultrasonic depth 10 4...

Page 420: ...s 2 15 shipping 1 29 signal strength 10 5 silt mount adapter 3 25 3 45 3 48 SIM card APN username and password 6 49 dynamic 2 9 4 4 installation internal modem 4 11 monitor 4 11 parts and supplies 4 5 replacement monitor modem 10 21 static 2 9 static outputs 4 4 SIM card enclosure 2 8 installing the SIM card 4 11 SIM card replacement 10 21 SIRA certification 1 13 1 17 site investigation 3 4 hydrau...

Page 421: ... IP addresses 4 4 store data 6 17 6 20 6 24 6 27 6 30 6 35 6 40 6 43 6 46 6 48 6 56 storing the sensors 10 18 supplies antenna installation 4 5 maintenance 10 2 special installation 3 39 standard installation 3 8 support 1 30 surcharge mounting the Ultrasonic Depth Sensor in the manhole 3 59 surcharge detection 6 31 6 47 surcharge peak velocity measurement 2 21 troubleshooting 10 50 surcharge peak...

Page 422: ...iguration D 2 Triton Telog comm cable D 3 temperature troubleshooting 10 56 temperature sensor Peak Combo Sensor editing device parameters 6 25 Surface Combo Sensor editing device parameters 6 43 Ultrasonic Smart Depth Sensor editing device parameters 6 48 tools 1 5 antenna installation 4 5 special installation 3 42 standard installation 3 11 torque for monitor bolts 10 17 10 30 transmit frequency...

Page 423: ...r bracket 3 55 surcharge mount 3 59 specifications A 9 troubleshooting downward ultrasonic depth 10 42 upward ultrasonic depth editing sensor device parameters 6 16 measurement 2 16 troubleshooting 10 47 USB cable 4 17 USB serial interface cable 2 5 4 16 driver installation 4 17 specifications A 10 UTMS HSPA communication 2 4 4 3 V velocity direction 6 23 6 33 6 38 velocity measurement peak 2 17 s...

Page 424: ...ations A 13 wiring to the monitor 5 29 XIO 1 4 2 2 2 11 4 20mA inputs 4 20mA outputs analog inputs 2 24 8 1 connection 8 3 analog outputs 2 24 8 1 connection 8 8 cable glands 5 36 digital inputs 2 24 8 1 connection 8 13 digital outputs 2 24 8 1 connection 8 16 installation 5 5 installation and wiring 5 29 mounting 5 5 relay outputs 8 16 running the ground wires 5 22 SCADA 8 8 specifications A 14 w...

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