TH-4000 Turbidimeter

Operation and Maintenance Manual

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TH-4000 Rev. 7/29/19

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 TH-4000
Turbidimeter
Operation Manual

Table of Contents

I. Operation of the TH-4000

A. Start up and Installation ............................................................................3
B. Alarms and Output Signals .......................................................................3
C. Operation Screens .....................................................................................3

II. Configuration of Parameters

A. Entering Setup...........................................................................................4
B. Configuring Each Channel ........................................................................4

III. Troubleshooting
A. Installation Check .....................................................................................6
B. Symptoms, Likely Causes, and Suggested Responses..............................6

Figures
1. Operation Mode Screens .........................................................................4
2. TH-4000 All Screens ...............................................................................5
3. TH-4000 Controller Electronics ..............................................................7
4. TH-4000 Circuit Board MB124 ..............................................................8

TH-4000 Exploded View and Bill of Materials...........................................9

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I. OPERATION OF THE TH-4000
A. Start Up and Installation
1. The TH-4000 will accept any single phase A/C power in the range of 110 to 240 VAC at 50 to 60
Hz. When connecting A/C power to the instrument, it is imperative that the A/C source be well
grounded. Insufficient A/C grounding will disrupt proper operation of the instrument.
2. Sensor Monitor Communication: Each monitor can be connected to one sensor. The sensor
is 24VDC loop powered by the monitor and the sensor provides two 4-20mA signals to the
monitor.
3. Clean Lines: Ensure that all sample lines are flushed out and clean before feeding sample water
to the Turbidimeter.
4. Sensor Protection: The sensor should not be exposed directly to extreme temperatures and/or
conditions.
5. Sensor Start Up: Ensure that the sensor head is clean and allow a few minutes for the reading
to stabilize.
6. Calibration: The Model TH-4000 Turbidimeters can be calibrated with standard turbidity
fluids. The standard can be poured into the flow cell for such span calibrations.
7. LED Indicators: The red alarm indicator LED on the front panel will illuminate as long as an
alarm condition is present.

B. Alarms and Output Signals

1. Acknowledgement of Alarms: If an alarm condition occurs, the alarm (red) LED will
illuminate and the relay will be activated. To acknowledge an alarm (and thereby de-activate
[open] the relay contact output) press the key.
NOTE: Even after acknowledging the alarm the red LED will remain illuminated until the alarm
condition has been removed.
2. 4-20 mA output channels: The turbidity sensor has two dedicated 4-20 mA output channels.
See Figure 4. AO1 is for channel 1 and AO2 is for channel 2.
3. Alarm Relay: The TH-4000 has two alarm relay outputs. These are normally open, non-pow-
ered relays. See Figure 4. Relay 1 (NO1/CO1/NC1) is for channel 1 and relay 2 (NO2/CO2/
NC2) is for channel 2.

C. Operation Screens
This section explains the features of the standard operating screens of the TH-4000.
NOTE: Navigate between the display screens below using the and keys. See Figure 1.
1. Home Screen: This screen displays the gas type and reading of the sensor(s).
2. Status Screen: This screen shows all present alarm conditions.
3. Password Screen: See Section II.A for instructions on this screen and the configuration
section.

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 FIGURE 1

TH-4000 Operation Mode Screens

Turb2 = 146 NTU

Alarm Status
Normal
Enter Password
40

Status messages
1. Normal: Indicates that the sensor reading is above 2 mA and below the high alarm set point.
2. Alarm: Indicates that the sensor reading exceeds the high alarm setting. (Meaning that if the
alarm setting is at 10.0 NTU, then status will be “Alarm” if the reading is 10.0 NTU or higher.)
3. Error: Indicates that the sensor signal is below 2 mA and usually indicates that the sensor is
either damaged or not connected.

II. CONFIGURATION OF PARAMETERS

Configuration of Sensor Parameters & Calibration of Sensors
Each TH-4000 Turbidimeter will be set up from the factory as per the ordering instructions. However, settings
and sensors can be changed using the following procedure.

A. Entering Setup: All parameters are set in the password protected setup section.
1. Press the key until the password screen is reached.
2. Use the and keys to set the password. The password is “40”.
3. Press the key.

B. Configuring Each Channel

See Figure 2. The selected channel will flash. Move between the channels with the and keys.
When the desired channel is flashing, press the key to enter setup for that channel. Setup for each
channel is identical.

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 FIGURE 2: TH-4000 All Screens
Turb1 = 0.74 NTU
Turb2 = 46 NTU HOLD

Screens shown with grey border are Alarm Status Modbus Baud=19200
hidden screens, Normal Node= 1 Data=8/N/1
accessed by holding -
at a “High Alarm” screen. Enter Password Modbus Baud=19200
40 Node= 1 Data=8/N/1
Setup: Turb 1 DL Modbus Baud=19200
Turb 2 Alm Node= 1 Data=8/N/1
Setup: Turb 1 DL
Turb 2 Alm 2400
8/N/1 4800
Data Logger = On On 8/N/2 9600
Off 8/E/1 19200
Setup: Turb 1 DL 8/O/1 38400
Turb 2 Alm 57600
115200
Setup: Turb 1 DL 250000
Turb 2 Alm
Alarm Mode Non-Latching
Non-Latching Latching
Alarm Mode
Delay Time 5 secs

Turbidity 1 On Turbidity 2
On Off On
Turb 1 Decimal Posn 00000 Turb 2 Decimal Posn
00.00 000.0 00000
Turb 1 Full Scale 00.00 Turb 2 Full Scale
50.00 NTU 0.000 1000 NTU
Turb 1 High Alarm Turb 2 High Alarm
20.00 NTU 250 NTU
Turb 1 Avg Filter Turb 2 Avg Filter
HOLD 30 secs 30 secs HOLD

Turb 1 Zero Cal? Turb 2 Zero Cal?

Skip Hold/Begin Skip Hold/Begin
Turb 1 Zero Cal? Turb 2 Zero Cal?
Skip Hold/Begin Skip Hold/Begin
Turb 1 Zero Cal Turb 2 Zero Cal
0.00 NTU 0.00 NTU
Turb 1 Span Cal? Turb 2 Span Cal?
Skip Hold/Begin Skip Hold/Begin
Turb 1 Span Cal? Turb 2 Span Cal?
Skip Hold/Begin Skip Hold/Begin
Turb 1 Span Cal Turb 2 Span Cal
50.00 NTU 50.00 NTU
AO1 Cal: 4mA=790 AO2 Cal: 4mA=790
20mA=3989 20mA=3989
AO1 Cal: 4mA=790 AO2 Cal: 4mA=796
20mA=3989 20mA=3999

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III. TROUBLESHOOTING
A. Installation Check – Review the following points first.
Sensor Installation: Check that the sensor head and flow cell are clean. Check that the sensor is
properly installed in the flow cell and that water is flowing.

B. Symptoms, Likely Causes, and Suggested Responses

1. Filter Time: If the displayed reading is not stable, then the filter time can be increased to
eliminate this oscillation.
2. Span Calibration: If the span calibration is performed incorrectly, then this will cause the
readings to be inaccurate. Unless you intend to perform the span calibration, do not touch the
and keys if you enter the span calibration screen.
3. Sensor Wiring: If the display is reading zero and giving an “Alarm Status: Error” message,
then the sensor may not be connected to the monitor. Check the wiring at the circuit board in the
monitor and inside the sensor enclosure.
4. Sensor Replacement: If the sensor is not putting out signals in the range of 4-20mA on
channels 1 and 2, then it may be damaged and require replacement. Contact Hydro Instruments
or your local sales representative.
5. 4-20 mA Output Calibration: It is possible that somebody could enter the 4-20mA output
calibration screens and change the values without understanding their meaning. This will cause
the output 4-20mA signals to be inaccurate.
6. Damaged Circuit Board: The circuit boards can be damaged if high voltage is connected to the
wrong terminals, by lightning, other power surges, or by corrosion. If you believe that the circuit
board is damaged, then contact the factory and your local sales representative.
7. Damaged Power Supply Board: The power supply board accepts AC power (110-240 V at
50-60 Hz) and provides 24 VDC power to the main circuit board. If the main circuit board does
not have power, then check the DC voltage on the output pins of the power supply board. If it
has A/C power coming in, but is not putting out 24 VDC, then it either has a blown fuse or is
damaged and requires replacement.
8. Blown Fuse: If the power supply board is not putting out 24 VDC, then always check to see if
the fuse is blown and replace if necessary.

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 MB124 Power Supply
AC Board 24VDC
Board Power
Power Inlet Power Output
Switch

Cable to
Turbidity
Probe
FIGURE 3: TH-4000 Controller Electronics

Micro SDHC MJ500

AC Power Card Slot Real Time Clock
Ribbon Cable Terminal Modbus
from MB220 MB220
Block Terminals
Display Board
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Ribbon Cable
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Power Cable
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FIGURE 4: TH-4000 Circuit Board MB124

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Item Part
No. Description Quantity No.
1 Turbidity Probe 1 TSH-1000
2 Probe Nut 1 TFC-PN
3 Teflon Ring 1 TFC-TR
4 Threaded Holder 1 TFC-TH
5 Flow Cell Lid 1 TFC-LID
6 Flow Cell Body 1 TFC-BODY
7 1⁄4 -20 x 3 1⁄4" Stainless Steel

Bolt (RHMS) 4 14
⁄ -20 x 3 1⁄4"
8 1⁄4" x 1 1⁄2" PVC Nipple 3 880-015
9 1⁄4" Ball Valve 3 22321 Date: June 2016
10 1⁄4" NPT 3⁄8" Tube Tubing EXPLODED VIEW & BOM
HIGH RANGE TURBIDITY ANALYZER
Connector 3 BKF-64 FLOW CELL AND PROBE Dwg. No. TH-4000-1