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Section 1

General Information

1.1 Disclaimer

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. 
However, Hach Lange assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in 
this manual. In no event will Hach Lange be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or 
consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of 
the possibility of such damages. In the interest of continued product development, Hach Lange 
reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at any 
time, without notice or obligation.

1.2 Safety information

Please read the entire manual before unpacking, setting up, or operating this sensor.

Pay particular attention to all warning and caution statements. Failure to do so could result in 
serious injury to the operator or damage to the equipment.

To the ensure the protection provided by this equipment is not impaired, do not use or install 
this equipment in any manner other than that which is specified in this manual.

1.2.1 Use of hazard information

WARNING

A warning is used to indicate a condition which, if not met, could cause serious personal injury 
and/or death. Do not move beyond a warning until all conditions have been met. 

CAUTION
A caution is used to indicate a condition which, if not met, could cause minor or 
moderate personal injury and/or damage to the equipment. Do not move beyond a 
caution until all conditions have been met.

Note: 

A note is used to indicate important information or instructions that should be considered 

before operating the equipment.

1.2.2 Service and repairs

None of the sensor’s components can be repaired by the user. Only personnel from Hach 
Lange or its approved representative(s) is (are) authorized to attempt repairs to the sensor and 
only components formally approved by the manufacturer should be used. 

Any attempt at repairing the sensor in contravention of these principles could cause damage to 
the sensor and corporal injury to the person carrying out the repair. It renders the warranty null 
and void and could compromise the correct working of the sensor and the electrical integrity or 
the CE compliance of the sensor.

If you have any problems with installation, or using the sensor please contact the company that 
sold it to you. If this is not possible, or if the results of this approach are not satisfactory, please 
contact the Customer Service department of Hach Lange.

Summary of Contents for ORBISPHERE A1100

Page 1: ...DOC024 52 93018 ORBISPHERE Model A1100 Oxygen Sensor USER MANUAL 10 2018 Edition 8...

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Page 3: ...15 3 3 Basic principle of operation 16 Section 4 Installation 17 4 1 Sensor preparation 17 4 2 Sensor installation 22 4 2 1 Sensor positioning information 22 4 2 2 Sensor insertion 23 4 2 3 Sensor re...

Page 4: ...2 Table of Contents...

Page 5: ...icate a condition which if not met could cause serious personal injury and or death Do not move beyond a warning until all conditions have been met CAUTION A caution is used to indicate a condition wh...

Page 6: ...Electrical equipment marked with this symbol may not be disposed of in European public disposal systems In conformity with European local and national regulations European electrical equipment users m...

Page 7: ...r glementation europ enne directive UE 2002 96 EC les utilisateurs de mat riel lectrique en Europe doivent d sormais retourner le mat riel us ou p rim au fabricant pour limination sans frais pour l u...

Page 8: ...htlijn 2002 96 EC dienen gebruikers van elektrische apparaten voortaan hun oude of afgedankte apparatuur kosteloos voor recycling of vernietiging naar de producent terug te brengen Nota Als u apparatu...

Page 9: ...above symbol may not be disposed of in European public disposal systems after 12 August 2005 Hach Lange will offer to take back free of charge to the customer any old unserviceable or redundant analyz...

Page 10: ...tronic equipment Currently monitoring and control instruments do not fall within the scope of the RoHS Directive however Hach Lange has taken the decision to adopt the recommendations in the Directive...

Page 11: ...essure 40 bar with default PPS collar 100 bar with stainless steel collar Smart capability Model A110E ATEX sensors Electrochemical oxygen sensor Ex II 1 G Ex ia IIC T6 Stainless steel or hastelloy Vi...

Page 12: ...3650 Portable and special flow cell 32007W xxx A1100 S00 29552A A 33051 S0 3624 Probrix A1100 S00 2952A A 33051 SG 3625 Package analyzer A1100 S00 2956A A or 2952A A 33051 SP 6610 Total package analyz...

Page 13: ...0 Pa to 200 kPa Accuracy The greater of 1 of reading or 0 1 ppb1 or 1 ppb2 or 0 25 Pa The greater of 1 of reading or 1 ppb or 2 Pa The greater of 1 of reading or 2 ppb or 5 Pa The greater of 1 of read...

Page 14: ...e greater of 1 of reading or 10 ppb or 20 Pa The greater of 1 of reading or 10 ppb or 20 Pa The greater of 1 of reading or 50 ppb or 100 Pa Integrated radiation dose limit rads N A 108 108 Expected cu...

Page 15: ...ring maintenance procedures and when not in use 3 1 2 Protection caps Non ATEX sensors A1100 Two protection caps will be delivered with each sensor one without a grille part number 33051 S0 and one wi...

Page 16: ...es with pre mounted membrane and electrolyte The type of membrane mounted in the cartridge will be specific to the kit ordered two anode cleaning tools a set of five cotton washers a set of five silic...

Page 17: ...1100 and A110E sensors on page 42 3 2 Sensor components The following illustration shows the assembled sensor with the storage cap and sensor collar removed and the exploded view of the main sensor co...

Page 18: ...aterials used for the components of the sensors differ with the application Gas penetrating through the membrane into the cell dissolves in the electrolyte It undergoes a reaction at the cathode causi...

Page 19: ...tion cap The following instructions detail the steps required to make the sensor operational Should you have any questions your Hach Lange representative will be pleased to help CAUTION Avoid all eye...

Page 20: ...ectrolyte into a sink and flush away Discard the shipment cartridge and membrane 4 Remove the cotton washer from the top of the anode and discard 5 Rinse the sensor head under a tap for 15 seconds aim...

Page 21: ...from the recharge kit hold it between thumb and forefinger and position it on top of the silicone disc Note The recharge cartridge container will be colored black for all applications except for the 6...

Page 22: ...hat it is no longer dry 15 Gently screw the sensor clockwise into the replacement cartridge applying minimum pressure to avoid any damage to the screw threads 16 Continue turning until the cartridge i...

Page 23: ...esh from the box of O rings in the recharge kit 22 Place the mesh in the center of the protection cap It is very important that the mesh is in the center of the protection cap and covering the entire...

Page 24: ...he model 28117 pressure sensor is used the maximum cable length is 50 meters Ensure that the sensor will be mounted perpendicular to the pipe horizontal on a horizontal pipe section or on flow ascendi...

Page 25: ...into a micro volume flow chamber This rotation may twist the membrane holding ring thus changing the membrane position This can modify the membrane measuring conditions and affect measurement precisio...

Page 26: ...rnal pressure sensor can be installed in the 32002 xxx multi parameter flow chamber It is held in place by a blue threaded collar Tightness is assured by the O ring on the sensor seat 4 3 2 Weld on st...

Page 27: ...e illustrated below allows for sensor removal and installation without having to drain the fluid in the line It can withstand a pressure of up to 20 bars with the sensor in place or not Sensor inserti...

Page 28: ...unit or an equivalent fitting with a 68 mm flange diameter from the fitting manufacturer is required to make use of the ORBISPHERE model 32003 sensor housing device detailed above 4 3 6 ORBISPHERE fl...

Page 29: ...the remaining sample out The calibration gas enters at the sample out port and exits at the sample in port as shown Table 4 Flow Chamber Orientation Sample Orientation of flow chamber Gaseous or liqui...

Page 30: ...cessary copper or plastic tubing with a very low permeability can be substituted The flow chamber should be mounted in such a way that the sample outlet port is located at the lowest point to allow co...

Page 31: ...place in the sensor cell during normal operation This removes oxidation and at the same time regenerates the surface of the electrodes In addition the regeneration center offers a continuity tester f...

Page 32: ...ter In addition the electrolyte can permanently stain clothing so exercise care in handling It is highly recommended to wear protective gloves and glasses during this process Note It is advisable to p...

Page 33: ...er and silicone disc from the top of the anode and discard 5 Rinse the sensor head under a tap for 15 seconds to remove any remaining electrolyte and shake dry 6 With a soft tissue gently clean around...

Page 34: ...sits have been removed from the anode If not repeat steps 10 and 11 until the anode regains its bright silver appearance 13 Rinse the sensor head under a tap for 15 seconds aiming the jet of water dir...

Page 35: ...against the liquid in the polishing cloth for about 30 seconds 18 Remove the polishing tool from the sensor 19 Remove any polish deposits by rinsing the sensor head under a tap for 30 seconds aiming...

Page 36: ...r cleaning and regeneration center turn the knob to the Anode position and press the TIMER switch A red warning light will come on and remain on for 60 seconds while cleaning takes place 25 At the end...

Page 37: ...he sensor from the cleaning center and re install the plastic sensor base for the rest of the procedure 29 For DG33619 regeneration cell unscrew the regeneration cell from the sensor head 30 Remove an...

Page 38: ...n washer from the recharge kit Hold it between thumb and forefinger and position it on top of the silicone disc Note The recharge cartridge container will be colored black for all applications except...

Page 39: ...yte and that it is no longer dry 41 Gently screw the sensor clockwise into the replacement cartridge applying minimum pressure to avoid any damage to the screw threads 42 Continue turning until the ca...

Page 40: ...a sink and flush away 46 Discard the used container 47 If not using a protection cap with grille proceed to step 50 Otherwise take a new Dacron mesh from the box of O rings in the recharge kit 48 Plac...

Page 41: ...protection cap fits over the small locking pin highlighted right If it is necessary to turn the protection cap to fit over the locking pin ensure you only turn it clockwise to avoid unscrewing the car...

Page 42: ...ssolved O2 reading must be the same as before A variation related to flow rate is a clear sign of an air leak in the line High residual current Place sensor in de aerated sample and wait for low readi...

Page 43: ...with fittings Supplied with Viton O rings 32001 151 Flow chamber in titanium with fittings 6 mm fittings not available in titanium Supplied with Viton O rings 32001 170 Flow chamber in Monel with 6 m...

Page 44: ...t of 4 pre filled cartridges with premounted 2952A membranes for A1xxx oxygen sensors Includes o rings cotton washers and cleaning tools 29552A A Recharge kit of 4 pre filled cartridges with premounte...

Page 45: ...9501 sensor socket 34x2 mm 28x2 mm 29006 2 Kalrez O ring set for standard flow chambers 32001 32002 32007 32009 and 29501 sensor socket 34x2 mm 28x2 mm 29006 4 Nitril O ring set for standard flow cham...

Page 46: ...44 Accessories and Spare Parts...

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