880-Div2

Western Research
Model 880-NSL Tail Gas Analyzer
User Manual
Process Instruments
PN 880094901, Rev.YM
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1995 AMETEK
This manual is a guide for the use of the Western Research Model 880-NSL Analyzer. Data herein has been verified and validated and is believed adequate for the intended use of this instrument. If the instrument or procedures are used for purposes over and above the capabilities specified herein,
confirmation of their validity and suitability should be obtained; otherwise, AMETEK does not guarantee results and assumes no obligation or liability.
This publication is not a license to operate under, or a recommendation to infringe upon, any process patents.
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Table of Contents
Offices .....................................................................................................................ii
Safety Notes .........................................................................................................vii
Electrical Safety ....................................................................................................vii
Grounding ............................................................................................................vii
Sample Gas ..........................................................................................................viii
General .................................................................................................................viii
Warning Labels ..................................................................................................... ix
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ............................................................... x
SPECIAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION FOR EQUIPMENT USED
IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ........................................................................ xi
WARRANTY AND CLAIMS ..............................................................................xii
Chapter 1
Overview
Sample Flow ........................................................................................................1-2
Photometer ..........................................................................................................1-4
Controller.............................................................................................................1-6
Analog Outputs ...........................................................................................1-6
Digital Outputs ............................................................................................1-7
Loss of Purge Contact ........................................................................................1-9
Photometer Cell Zero Offset and Calibration ...............................................1-9
Timing Sequence ..............................................................................................1-10
Electrical Enclosure Air Purge System ..........................................................1-11
Chapter 2
Specifications
Chapter 3
Installation
Prior to Installation ............................................................................................3-1
Analyzer Site Preparation ..........................................................................3-1
Installation Guidelines ................................................................................3-2
Sample Tap Preparation..............................................................................3-2
Unpacking and Inspection .........................................................................3-4
Space Requirements ....................................................................................3-4
Installation Procedure .......................................................................................3-7
Electrical Connections ....................................................................................3-11
System Start-Up ................................................................................................3-14
Chapter 4
Controller Functions
Controller Display ..............................................................................................4-1
System Security and Access Codes ..................................................................4-2
Level 0 Security ............................................................................................4-2
Function Key Overview ....................................................................................4-3
Controller Reset ..................................................................................................4-4
Flush/Zero or Steam Blow Back Key ...............................................................4-5
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Alarm Key ............................................................................................................4-6

Calib Key ..............................................................................................................4-7
Analog Range Key ..............................................................................................4-8
Config / Test Key .................................................................................................4-9
Config/Test Main Menu ............................................................................4-10
Chapter 5
Software Configuration
Level 2 Configure Menu ...................................................................................5-1
Constants ......................................................................................................5-3
Display (Display Flags) ...............................................................................5-4
Alrm_flg (Alarm Flag) .................................................................................5-5
Analog (Analog Output Flags) ..................................................................5-6
Passwords .....................................................................................................5-7
Timers ............................................................................................................5-7
Tempr (Temperature Constants)...............................................................5-8
Serial ..............................................................................................................5-9
Flags1 (Configuration Flags) ....................................................................5-10
Noise ............................................................................................................5-10
Level 3 Configure Menu .................................................................................5-12
Go Period (Go to Period X) .......................................................................5-12
Labels ...........................................................................................................5-14
Constants ....................................................................................................5-14
Flags2 (Configuration Flags) ....................................................................5-16
Level 2 Confg Menu (Go to Level 2 Configure Menu)........................5-17
System Variables ........................................................................................5-18
Cal Filtr Values (Calibration Filter Values) .............................................5-19
Photo Alarms (Photometer Alarms) .......................................................5-19
Poly Coefficients (Polynomial Coefficients) ..........................................5-20
Systems Test Menu ....................................................................................5-20
Default Memory (Controller Reset) ........................................................5-20
Chapter 6
Troubleshooting and Maintenance

System Alarms and System Messages ...........................................................6-1
Table III: Status Flag ....................................................................................6-2
Main Timer Stopped ..................................................................................6-4
Low Light Level ..........................................................................................6-4
Cell Temperature Alarm ............................................................................6-5
Flush Pressure Alarm (Period 2) ................................................................6-5
Excessive Zero Error (Periods 2 and 5) .....................................................6-5
Excessive Calibration Error (Period 7) ......................................................6-6
Memory Is Corrupted Alarm (Power Up) ...............................................6-6
Demister Temperature Alarm (Period 4) ..................................................6-7
Cell Pressure Alarm (Period 4) ..................................................................6-7
Analog Output Exceeds High or Low Limits Alarm (Period 4) ...........6-8
Zero Cycle Message (Periods 1, 2, 9, 10,11, and 12) ................................6-8
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Sample Cycle Message (Periods 3, 4, and 14) ..........................................6-8

System Calibrating Message (Periods 5, 6, 7, 8, and 13) ........................6-9
Analyzer in Hold Mode Message (All Periods except 4) .......................6-9
Computer Watchdog Alarm .............................................................................6-9
Relay Troubleshooting: Display Option 15 ..................................................6-10
System Tests Menu ...........................................................................................6-11
Removal and Replacement of Major System Components ......................6-15
Controller ....................................................................................................6-15
Removal of the controller .............................................................................6-15
Photometer Assembly ...............................................................................6-16
Removal of the Photometer Printed Circuit Assembly ................................6-16
Removal of the Source (Lamp) Assembly .....................................................6-16
Removal of the Lamp Power Supply/Trigger Module Assembly ..................6-17
Sample Cell Assembly ...............................................................................6-17
Removal of the Sample Cell Assembly .........................................................6-17
Replacement of the Cell Windows .........................................................6-18
Cell Oven Heater .........................................................................................6-18
Removal of the Cell Oven Heater Assembly ................................................6-18
Excessive Zero Error and Low Ref Light Level ...........................................6-19
RAM Test Errors ................................................................................................6-22
RAM Test Errors ................................................................................................6-22
Sample Flow Obstructions..............................................................................6-25
Temperature Control Problems ......................................................................6-26
Cell Oven Temperature ............................................................................6-26
Demister Temperature ..............................................................................6-28
Detector Box Temperature (EET temperature) .....................................6-29
Photometer PC Board ......................................................................................6-30
Wiring Module PC Board................................................................................6-32
CPU/Display PC Board....................................................................................6-35
Expansion PC Board ........................................................................................6-36
Relay PC Board .................................................................................................6-37
880 Internal Wiring Assembly ........................................................................6-38
Chapter 7
Parts and Service

Parts ......................................................................................................................7-1
Table IV: Model 880-NSL Replacement Parts .................................................7-1
Model 880-NSL Recommended Spare Parts List: .........................................7-1
880-NSL ................................................................................................................7-3
Electrical Enclosure ............................................................................................7-4
Oven Enclosure ..................................................................................................7-5
Valve Assembly ...................................................................................................7-6
Optical-Alignment Tube Assembly ..................................................................7-7
Controller.............................................................................................................7-8
CPU/Display PC Board......................................................................................7-9
Relays, Terminal Block (TB15), and +15V Power Supply Assembly........7-10
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Detector Enclosure ...........................................................................................7-11

Steam Blowback Parts ......................................................................................7-12
Appendix A
Controller Signal Processing

System Zero Offset Calculations ................................................................... A-1
Noise Smoothing Factor .................................................................................. A-2
H2S and SO2 Calculations .............................................................................. A-4
Automatic Span Calculation with Calibration Filter ................................... A-6
Excess H2S, Excess SO2, Ratio (H2S/SO2), and Total (H2S + SO2) ......... A-7
Configuring the 880 to Output the H2S/SO2 Ratio ..................................... A-7
Cell and Demister Temperature Measurements ......................................... A-8
Cell Pressure Measurements .......................................................................... A-9
Proportional-Integral Temperature Control ............................................... A-10
Proportional Factor ........................................................................................ A-10
Integral Factor .................................................................................................. A-11
PI Loop Tuning ................................................................................................ A-12
Parameters ........................................................................................................ A-13
Appendix B
Analyzer Timing
Overview ............................................................................................................ B-1
Normal Timing Sequence ................................................................................ B-2
Special Timing Periods ..................................................................................... B-4
Timing Period Effects on Temperature Control............................................ B-4
Period 1: Special Flush ..................................................................................... B-5
Period 2: Flush and Zero ................................................................................. B-6
Period 3: Sample Flush ..................................................................................... B-7
Period 4: Track Sample ..................................................................................... B-8
Period 5: Flush and Zero (Pre-Calibration) ................................................... B-9
Period 6: Track Zero ....................................................................................... B-11
Period 7: Cal Filter and Span ......................................................................... B-12
Period 8: Track Calibration Filter .................................................................. B-13
Period 9: Pre-Steam Flush ............................................................................. B-14
Period 10: Steam Blow Back .......................................................................... B-15
Period 11: Post Steam Flush .......................................................................... B-16
Period 12: Continuous Flush ......................................................................... B-17
Period 13: Continuous Calibration Filter ..................................................... B-18
Period 13: Continuous Sample ...................................................................... B-29
Appendix C
Serial Communication
Hardware Requirements..................................................................................C-1
Wiring Configuration & Baud Rate ................................................................C-2
Read & Write Protocol ......................................................................................C-3
Appendix D
Serial Interface Identification Codes
Appendix E
Running Calibration Gas
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Safety Notes
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES contained in this manual emphasize critical instructions
as follows:
!
WARNING
An operating procedure which, if not strictly observed, may result in personal injury or environmental contamination.
An operating procedure which, if not strictly observed, may result in damage to the equipment.
CAUTION
Important information that should not be overlooked.
NOTE
Electrical Safety
Up to 5 kV may be present in the analyzer housings. Always shut down power source(s) before
performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Only a qualified electrician should make electrical connections and ground checks. AC power source must be of the single phase, groundedneutral type.
Any use of the equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may impair the safety
protection originally provided by the equipment.
Grounding
Instrument grounding is mandatory. Performance specifications and safety protection are void
if instrument is operated from an improperly grounded power source.
Verify ground continuity of all equipment before applying power.
WARNING
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Sample Gas
!
WARNING
The sample gas contains highly toxic and corrosive substances. Proper personal protective
equipment including fresh air breathing apparatus, eye protection, and skin protection MUST
BE worn when installing the sample tap and/or opening the main oven chamber for inspection
or maintenance.
Tail Gas contains highly toxic and corrosive compounds. Analyzed sample must be returned
to the process or vented to a safe area.
Check the sample probe installation, sample connections at analyzer, and sample return for
leaks before opening sample inlet ball valve (FV4) and sample return valve (FV5).
General
!
CAUTION
!
NOTE
All operating, calibration, and maintenance procedures contained in this manual must be performed properly at recommended intervals. If output becomes questionable, the system should
be checked immediately for proper function and calibration.
Some critical system configuration parameters are determined at instrument calibration and
vary from system to system. If resetting the software to the factory default configuration,
remember to manually change these system parameters to the values recorded on the system
calibration and software configuration data sheets located in the Calibration Data section of
this manual.
!
WARNING
Heater surface temperature Controller TC1 is factory set at 194 C. Do not readjust.
There are no operator level serviceable parts or maintenance items inside this equipment. Entry
into the equipment requires a tool, and is restricted to qualified personnel only.
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Warning Labels
These symbols may appear on the instrument in order to alert you of existing conditions.
PROTECTIVE CONDUCTOR TERMINAL

(BORNIER DE LECRAN DE PROTECTION)
Schutzerde
CAUTION - Risk of electric shock
(ATTENTION-RISQUE DE DCHARGE LECTRIQUE)
Achtung - Hochspannung Lebensgefahr
CAUTION - Refer to accompanying documents
(ATTENTION-SE RFERER AUX DOCUMENTS JOINTS)
Achtung (Beachten Sie beiliegende Dokumente)
CAUTION - Hot Surface
(ATTENTION-SURFACE CHAUDE)
Achtung - Heie Oberflche
Environmental Information (WEEE)

This AMETEK product contains materials that can be reclaimed and recycled. In some cases the
product may contain materials known to be hazardous to the environment or human health.
In order to prevent the release of harmful substances into the environment and to conserve
our natural resources, AMETEK recommends that you arrange to recycle this product when it
reaches its end of life.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) should never be disposed of in a municipal
waste system (residential trash). The Wheelie Bin marking on this product is a reminder to
dispose of the product properly after it has completed its useful life and been removed from
service. Metals, plastics and other components are recyclable and you can do your part by one
of the following these steps:
When the equipment is ready to be disposed of, take it to your local or

regional waste collection administration for recycling.
In some cases, your end-of-life product may be traded in for credit

towards the purchase of new AMETEK instruments. Contact your dealer
to see if this program is available in your area.
If you need further assistance in recycling your AMETEK product, contact

our office listed in the front of the instruction manual.
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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
!
CAUTION
Read and follow the recommendations in this section to avoid performance variations or damage to the internal circuits of this equipment when installed in harsh electrical environments.
The various configurations of the Model 880-NSL should not produce, or fall victim to, electromagnetic disturbances as specified in the European Unions EMC Directive. Strict compliance
to the EMC Directive requires that certain installation techniques and wiring practices are used
to prevent or minimize erratic behavior of the Analyzer or its electronic neighbors. Below are
examples of the techniques and wiring practices to be followed.
In meeting the EMC requirements , the various Analyzer configurations described in this manual rely heavily on the use of metallic shielded cables used to connect to the customers equipment and power. Foil and braid shielded I/O and DC power cables are recommended for use in
otherwise unprotected situations. In addition, hard conduit, flexible conduit, and armor around
non-shielded wiring also provides excellent control of radio frequency disturbances. However,
use of these shielding techniques is effective only when the shielding element is connected to
the equipment chassis/earth ground at both ends of the cable run. This may cause ground loop
problems in some cases. These should be treated on a case-by-case basis. Disconnecting one
shield ground may not provide sufficient protection depending on the electronic environment.
Connecting one shield ground via a 0.1 microfarad ceramic capacitor is a technique allowing
high frequency shield bonding while avoiding the AC-ground metal connection. In the case of
shielded cables the drain wire or braid connection must be kept short. A two-inch connection
distance between the shields end and the nearest grounded chassis point, ground bar or terminal is highly recommended. An even greater degree of shield performance can be achieved by
using metallic glands for shielded cable entry into metal enclosures. Expose enough of the braid/
foil/drain where it passes through the gland so that the shield materials can be wrapped backwards onto the cable jacket and captured inside the gland, and tightened up against the metal
interior.
Inductive loads connected to the low voltage Alarm Contacts are not recommended. However,
if this becomes a necessity, adhere to proper techniques and wiring practices. Install an appropriate transient voltage suppression device (low voltage MOV, Transzorb, or R/C) as close as
possible to the inductive device to reduce the generation of transients. Do not run this type of
signal wiring along with other I/O or DC in the same shielded cable. Inductive load wiring must
be separated from other circuits in conduit by using an additional cable shield on the offending
cable.
In general, for optimum protection against high frequency transients and other disturbances,
do not allow installation of this Analyzer where its unshieled I/O and DC circuits are physically
mixed with AC mains or any other circuit that could induce transients into the Analyzer or the
overall system. Examples of electrical events and devices known for the generation of harmful
electromagnetic disturbances include motors, capacitor bank switching, storm related transients,
RF welding equipment, static, and walkie-talkies.
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SPECIAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION FOR EQUIPMENT USED

IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS
Explosion Hazard - Improper substitution of any components may impair suitability for class
WARNING I, division 2 operation.
!
WARNING
Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the
area is known to be nonhazardous.
All input and output wiring must be in accordance with Class I, Division 2 wiring methods (NEC
Sec 501.4(b) or CEC 18-152) and in accordance with the authority having jurisdiction.
In Accordance with Section 501.4(b) of the NFPA #70 National Electrical Code, Provide for
Proper Wiring Connection to the Service and Installation Accessible Field Terminals Inside Both
the Power and Signal Junction Boxes.
Refer to Customer Wiring Diagrams and Installation Instructions contained in this Manual and
the Document Package included with the Instrument.
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WARRANTY AND CLAIMS

We warrant that any equipment of our own manufacture or manufactured for us pursuant to our specifications which shall not be, at the time of shipment thereof by or for us, free from defects in material or
workmanship under normal use and service, will be repaired or replaced (at our option) by us free of
charge, provided that written notice of such defect is received by us within twelve (12) months from date
of shipment of portable analyzers or within eighteen (18) months from date of shipment or twelve (12)
months from date of installation of permanent equipment, whichever period is shorter. All equipment
requiring repair or replacement under the warranty shall be returned to us at our factory, or at such other
location as we may designate after obtaining a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number, transportation prepaid. Such returned equipment shall be examined by us and if it is found to be defective as a
result of defective materials or workmanship, it shall be repaired or replaced as aforesaid. Our obligation
does not include the cost of furnishing any labor in connection with the installation of such repaired or
replaced equipment or parts thereof, nor does it include the responsibility or cost of transportation. In addition, instead of repairing or replacing the equipment returned to us as aforesaid, we may, at our option,
take back the defective equipment, and refund in full settlement the purchase price thereof paid by Buyer.
Process photometric analyzers, process moisture analyzers, and sampling systems are warranted to
perform the intended measurement, only in the event that the customer has supplied, and AMETEK has
accepted, valid sample stream composition data, process conditions, and electrical area classification prior
to order acknowledgment. The photometric light sources are warranted for ninety (90) days from date of
shipment. Resale items warranty is limited to the transferable portion of the original equipment manufacturers warranty to AMETEK. If you are returning equipment from outside the United State, a statement
should appear on the documentation accompanying the equipment being returned declaring that the
goods being returned for repair are American goods, the name of the firm who purchased the goods, and
the shipment date.
The warranty shall not apply to any equipment (or part thereof) which has been tampered with or altered
after leaving our control or which has been replaced by anyone except us, or which has been subject to
misuse, neglect, abuse or improper use. Misuse or abuse of the equipment, or any part thereof, shall be
construed to include, but shall not be limited to, damage by negligence, accident, fire or force of the elements. Improper use or misapplications shall be construed to include improper or inadequate protection
against shock, vibration, high or low temperature, overpressure, excess voltage and the like, or operating
the equipment with or in a corrosive, explosive or combustible medium, unless the equipment is specifically designed for such service, or exposure to any other service or environment of greater severity than
that for which the equipment was designed.
The warranty does not apply to used or secondhand equipment nor extend to anyone other than the
original purchaser from us.
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OVERVIEW
The AMETEK Model 880-NSL Tail Gas Analyzer uses photometric analysis to continuously monitor H2S and SO2 present in the tail gas stream of a Claus plant, and provides 4 to
20 mA analog signals which are proportional to volumetric gas concentration (% volume)
of H2S and SO2, and Excess H2S or Excess SO2.
The model 880-NSL consists of an electronics enclosure, sample oven, and detector
enclosure, which collectively house a modular optical subassembly. These enclosures
are assembled onto a common back plate, and the full assembly is installed directly on
the pipeline. In this way, sample gas can be drawn directly from the process line, and
returned to the process line through the same opening, which avoids a long, expensive,
heated sample line.
The electronics module is equipped with air purge and purge failure alarm which meet
requirements for NEC/CEC Class 1, Group C and D, Division 2 requirements for hazardous area operation. An internally mounted differential pressure switch monitors
the pressure and can trigger an alarm should the purge fail. Fast purge is provided for
volume air exchange at start-up. External power and signal junction boxes are used for
interconnect wiring and AC power input. See Electrical Enclosure Air Purge System
Chapter 1.
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Sample Flow
Refer to Figure 1-1 for analyzer gas flow diagram. Sample is extracted from the process
through a probe inserted into the gas stream through an optional one inch heated ball
valve on the pipe. The sample is drawn through the probe, the demister, and sample cell
at 2 L/minute by an air-operated aspirator. The probe and sample cell oven enclosures
are electrically heated to maintain constant temperature (nominally 145C). The demister
is used to condense sulfur vapor in the sample stream by lowering the sample gas temperature to 129C. The demister cooling is done by the demister valve SV2, which injects
air around the central demister tube that has many heat transfer fins. The demister gas
temperature and the Cell temperature are measured by 100-ohm platinum Resistance
Temperature Detectors (RTDs). Cell pressure data is also input to the controller by a
pressure transmitter. The sample is returned to the process via an annular space surrounding the probe, adjacent to the pipe wall. The analyzer can be effectively isolated
from the process by closing the sample inlet and sample return valves (FV4 and FV5,
respectively).
When the analyzer starts an air flush, the sample solenoid valve, SV1, switches the air
driving the aspirator to injecting air at the cell. This flush air is driven down through the
cell to the aspirator, and the air is also flushed back through the demister. In the oven
enclosure the cell flush air line and the aspirator air line are both long coils of aluminum
tubing that heat the air, which eliminates the condensation of sulfur in the sample stream
tubing. In the bulkhead fittings on the top of the oven enclosure are fixed sized orifices
(0.040, and 0.080 diameters) that control flow rates.
As an option, Steam Blow Back is available for Sour Water Stripper Gas applications to
minimize the build up of salts that can clog the demister. When steam is turned on it
is injected by the steam valve FV6 into the top of the demister. Before steam enters the
cell, SV7 actuates FV7 to prevent steam from entering the cell. Steam valve FV6 is an air
actuated ball valve that is activated by the steam solenoid valve SV6.
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Figure 1-1
880-NSL Gas Flow Diagram.
Overview | 1-3
DETECTOR
ENCLOSURE
ELECTRONICS
ENCLOSURE
PRESSURE SWITCH
SW1
PURGE
VENT
PRESSURE
TRANSMITTER
FV2
PURGE
PRESS
FV4
SAMPLE
INLET
DEMISTER
FV7, AUTO CELL

BLOCK VALVE
(SPRING RETURN)
.040
ORIFICE
MOUNTING FLANGE
.040
ORIFICE
GAUGE 3
ADJUST PURGE
PRESSURE TO 2.5mBAR
WITH FV2
RTD
DEMISTER
VENT
CELL
.080
ORIFICE
FV3
FAST
PURGE
SV2
DEMISTER
A
P
FV5
SAMPLE
RETURN
ASPIRATOR
FV1
ASPIRATOR
.040
ORIFICE
SV1
SAMPLE
SV6
A
R
P
SV7
CUSTOMER INTERFACE
STEAM CONNECTION
1/2" NPT(F)
LP STEAM
207-345 kPa (30-50psig)
CELL
BLOCK
NOTES:
1. STEAM BLOWBACK OPTION ENCLOSED BY
CAL GAS INLET

3/8" TB FTG
FV6, AUTO STEAM

BLOWBACK VALVE
(SPRING RETURN)
STEAM
R BLOWBACK
NC
GAUGE 2
ADJUST TO 21-42 kPa
(3-6psig) ABOVE
PROCESS PRESSURE
WITH FV1
GAUGE 1
ADJUST TO 138 kPa (20psig)
PRESSURE
REGULATOR
INSTRUMENT AIR IN
3/8" TB FTG
207-690kPa (30-100 PSIG for Analyzer
with steam blow back(optional)
483-690 kPa (70-100 PSIG)
Photometer
The optical subassembly spans from the electronics enclosure, through the sample oven,
to the detector enclosure. This subassembly consists of a source module, a cell module,
and a photodetector module, where each module is secured inside a light tube which
traverses the enclosures. The source module consists of a xenon strobe lamp, a UV-cutoff
filter, and a UV-grade collimating lens. The flow cell consists of a 5-long tube, with UVgrade windows sealing both ends, and plumbing for the input and exhaust of sample
gas. The photodetector module consists of a printed circuit board which supports four
silicon photodiodes, where each photodiode is optically filtered for a specific wavelength.
Although a typical photometer measurement period (flash) has a duration of 10 msec;
it takes 2 seconds for the photometer to process the signals on the photodiodes into
absorbance values at the various wavelengths. During each measurement period, the
light energy detected by each photodiode is converted to a proportional electrical current. This "photocurrent" is then integrated to produce a total current value for each
diode. Each integrated current value is converted to a voltage, input to a log amplifier,
and corrected for the zero offset of the photometer channel. The amplified analog (-5 to
+5 Vdc) signals are proportional to the absorbance values at the photodiode measurement wavelengths. This raw absorbance data from each of the four photometer channels
LIGHT LEVEL
HIGH
ANALOG-TO-DIGIT
CONVERTER COUNTS
LOW
ABSORBANCE
-32767
.
.
0
.
.
LOW
Figure 1-2
Light Level vs. Analog-to-Digital Counts Diagram.
HIGH
ABSORBANCE
32767
is then sent from the photometer PC board to the controller main board for processing.
Here, the -5 to +5 Vdc signals are converted to -32767 to +32767 "counts" by an analogto-digital converter (ADC). Three of the four signals (channels A, B, and C) are measurement signals at wavelengths = 232, 280, and 254 nanometers respectively. The fourth
signal (channel D) is the reference signal at wavelength = 400 nanometers.
In this manual the terms "LIGHT LEVELS", "ABSORBANCE", and analog-to-digital
"COUNTS" are used to indicate photometric operations. Low counts and low absorbance
indicate high light levels.
Overview | 1-5
Controller
All sampling, photometer channel zero, calibration functions, and period timers are set
through the 880-NSL controller. All commands are entered using the nineteen-button
piezoelectric keypad; analytical data and system alarm and informational messages are
displayed on a four-line vacuum fluorescent display. The controller is also equipped
with an RS-485 serial communication port which allows remote access to all system parameters.
A microprocessor on the main PC board performs calculations necessary to convert raw
absorbance data to volumetric concentrations for various compounds. Refer to Appendix A: Controller Signal Processing for detailed explanation of controller signal processing / calculations performed on raw data. In addition to the four photometer absorbance
signals, a 4-20 mA pressure transmitter signal and both the cell and demister RTD signals
are input to the controller. This data is used to correct concentration calculations for cell
pressure and temperature fluctuations.
Analog Outputs
!
NOTE
All outputs are isolated from inputs. Output 1&2 are isolated from Output 3&4.
Output 1 is not isolated from output 2 and output 3 is not isolated from output 4.
The controller provides four 4-20 mA isolated analog output signals. Analog output
ranges are fully programmable and Outputs 1 and 2 have both high and low ranges with
auto-range capability. Outputs can be linked to any of thirteen system parameters; refer
to page 4-4: Analog Flags for more information on linking outputs to system parameters.
Default parameters on analog outputs are as follows:
Output 1: % Volume SO2

Output 2: % Volume H2S
Output 3: Excess H2S

Output 4: Ratio H2S:SO2
Analog outputs 1 and 2 have two fully programmable sensitivity ranges and outputs 3
and 4 have one range. Upper (output) and lower (offset) limits can be assigned to all
output ranges to adjust for desired sensitivity. Range on outputs 1 and 2 can be shifted
from low to high or high to low either manually (see Analog Range Button, below) or
by using the auto-range function. Refer to Flags1 for more information on enabling the
auto-range function.
Auto-range switches from low to high range when the signal on output 1 or 2 is 97% of
the upper limit on the low range for that output. Range will also switch automatically
from high to low range when the signal on output 1 or 2 is 85% of the upper limit of the
low range for that output. Note that manual range selection through the Analog Range
Menu is disabled when auto-range is enabled.
Example: Assume that % Volume H2S data is linked to output 1 and the two programmed
ranges are :
Low: 0.0 to 0.5 % Volume
High:
0.0 to 1.0 % Volume
When operating in the low range, the range will automatically switch from low to high
range if the signal indicates 0.485% Volume. When operating in the high range, the
range will switch back to the low range when the indicated value falls to 0.425 % Volume.
The controller provides two digital range identification signals (Range ID#1 and Range
ID#2) which can be used to alert the user data acquisition/recording equipment that the
range on analog output 1 or 2 has shifted from low to high or high to low range.
Digital Outputs
The System Alarm is activated when any of the following alarm conditions are present:
1. Component concentrations are over range.
2. System Error Alarm: Activates when a system value from the following list
exceeds the user specified limits for the parameter.
Main timer stopped
Photometer channel light level falls below specified minimum
Cell pressure or temperature exceeds specified deviation
Demister temperature exceeds specified deviation
Offset values for each photometer channel determined during zero cycle
exceed specified maximum
Span values for each photometer channel determined during calibration

cycle exceed specified limits
3. Watchdog Reset Alarm: Activates when a system reset is caused by an interruption of normal CPU logic flow. Factors which can trigger this include loss
of power, internal hardware failure, software problems, or extreme electronic
interference. Note that activation of the watchdog alarm and subsequent
system reset does not result in loss of software configuration stored in RAM.
Overview | 1-7
Figure 1-3
880-NSL Alarm Relay Configuration.
Alarm contacts are factory configured to be fail-safe. A configuration flag can be used
to reverse the logic for contact closure. Refer to Flags1 for detailed information on
changing the configuration of the alarm contacts.
!
NOTE
Alarm contacts share the same common wire; therefore, alarms are not isolated. Refer
to figure 1.3 for alarms wiring.
NOTE
Data Valid Signal

Alerts user data acquisition/recording equipment when sample gas analysis
period begins and ends. This provides verification that the output signals are
representative of sample concentration data, rather than zero or calibration
data.
Range ID#1 and Range ID#2
Alerts user data acquisition/recording equipment when the range on analog
output 1 or 2 shifts from low to high or high to low.
Loss of Purge Contact

This contact is normally held closed when sufficient pressure is being maintained inside
the two pressurized enclosures. The contact will open to indicate one of the following
conditions requiring attention:
Internal pressure in the enclosures has fallen below that normally maintained
by the connection to instrument air due to enclosure leak, open door, etc.
Instrument air supply pressure is too low or has been interrupted.
Photometer Cell Zero Offset and Calibration
It is necessary to periodically zero out the background light levels present on each photometer channel. The cell is flushed with a non-absorbing medium (commonly instrument air or pure nitrogen) and the offset on each channel is measured. These offset
values (the system variables Offset__X where X = 1 4) are stored in memory until the
next zero cycle and used to standardize each photodiode at zero (0.0) absorbance.
Overview | 1-9
The accuracy of the photometric analysis must also be verified periodically. The 880-NSL
is equipped with a calibration filter which simulates absorbance values on all four photodiode channels. During calibration, the calibration filter is rotated into the light path
by a solenoid during periods 7, 8 and 13, and the absorbance values are measured and
displayed.
The typical calibration cycle includes a cell flush period, photometer zero, stabilization
of calibration filter absorbance measurements, span adjustment, and return to normal
operation.
The Model 880-NSL is configured to run fully automatic zero and calibration routines
with cycle timers and repetition rates that are fully programmable. Factory default settings are highly recommended. Manual cell zero/offset and calibration/span cycles may
be initiated at any time through the controller keyboard or the serial port. A digital input
to the controller from a user-supplied contact closure can also start a cal or zero cycle.
Default setting for the digital input is to initiate cal cycle; zero cycle can be initiated using
the digital input by enabling configuration flag 64 from the Flags1 list.
Timing Sequence
All 880-NSL Analyzer functions are broken down into fourteen timing periods as shown
in Figure B-1. Periods 1 through 11 are run for a length of time in seconds that is fully
programmable. Periods 1 through 4 are the normal Sample cycle and Zero cycle periods. The analyzer normally stays continuously in period 4, sample, until a manual or
automatic interrupt occurs to have the analyzer do a Zero cycle, Steam Blow Back cycle,
or a Calibration cycle. Periods 1 and 2 are the Zero periods . Periods 5 through 8 are the
Calibration Filter periods. Periods 9 through 11 are the Steam Blow Back periods. Special
hold periods 12 through 14 do not have timers and are used to stop the analyzer in a
specific state, flush, filter calibration, or sample. These special periods are primarily used
for troubleshooting purposes. Refer to Appendix B: Analyzer Timing for detailed information.
Electrical Enclosure Air Purge System

The electrical enclosure air purge system maintains a positive pressure that keeps explosive and hazardous gases out of the electrical enclosure. If the positive pressure is not
maintained then the pressure switch opens (alarm activated), which in turn opens an
alarm relay contact.
Once the analyzer is installed on a process gas pipe, instrument air pressure must be
maintained at all times, even when the analyzer is powered down or off-line, to keep
CAUTION corrosive gases and moisture out of the enclosures to prevent damage.
For the Electrical Enclosure Purge System to operate properly the enclosures door must
be securely shut. It is recommended that all door clips be properly tightened with a
wrench. Do NOT hand tighten the screws.
The Diagram below shows the main Purge System parts. When first starting up the 880NSL unit, the start-up instructions require that the Purge System be pressurized with the
Fast Purge Valve opened for a MINIMUM amount of time. (See the Start-Up instructions
that are located just above the Purge Valves, FV2 and FV3, and under the 0-5mBar Purge
Pressure Gauge.) The Fast Purge Valve bypasses the Purge Pressure Flow Valve (FV2),
which forces much more air through the system. This large amount of air ensures that
no explosive gases remain in the analyzer when power is first applied.
PURGE
PRESSURE
GAUGE #3
PURGE
VENT
.040 ORIFICE
FROM
PRESSURE
REGULATOR
PRESSURE
SWITCH
FV2
PURGE
PRESSURE
FV3
F AST
PURGE
DETECTOR
ENCLOSURE
ELECTRICAL
ENCLOSURE
Figure 1-4
Purge System
Overview | 1-11
The opened Fast Purge valve increases the pressure in the enclosures such that the Purge
Vent on the enclosures top will open. It is opening of the Purge Vent that greatly increases the air purge flow through the electrical enclosure during the fast purge.
Only after the Fast Purge allotted time can power be applied and the Fast Purge Valve
can be closed.
When the Fast Purge Valve is closed, the Purge Pressure Regulator Valve is used to adjust
the purge pressure that is monitored on the Purge Pressure Gauge. The Purge Pressure
Regulator Valve is to be adjusted so the Pressure Switch (15 amps,125, 250 volts AC Resistive; 1/8 H.P. @ 125volts, 1/4 H.P. @ 250 volts) stays closed during normal operation and
opens when the pressure drops below the setpoint. The pressure is to be set to midscale
on the gauge which is 2.5 mBar. The PressureSwitch setpoint is adjustable and is to be
set to ~1.5 mBar.
Installed near the Purge Pressure Gauge is a Crimped Tube that allows a constant leak of
purge air so that air constantly moves through the enclosure.
SPECIFICATIONS
Ranges
Low Range Analyzer
SO2: Fully programmable 0 0.5 through 1.0%
H2S: Fully programmable 0 1.0 through 2.0%
High Range Analyzer (Optional at time of order)
SO2: Fully programmable 0 0 through 2.0%
H2S: Fully programmable 0 1.0 through 4.0%
Sensitivity
0.15% of full scale
Accuracy
Excess H2S: 0.2%, typical (depending on plant operating conditions)
H2S and SO2: 2% of full scale
Reproducibility
1.0% of full scale
Repeatability
0.75%
Specifications | 2-1
Sample Conditions
2 L/min, typical
Air Aspiration
Leak Tested 50 psi
Speed of Response
90% in < 15 seconds, typical (with photo noise at default)
Noise
0.5% (<-23 dB) of full scale
Zero Drift, 24 Hour

<0.5% of full scale through periodic automatic zero offset
Controller
Analog Outputs:
Four 4 to 20mA, 1200 ohm maximum load, analog outputs are electronically isolated from the controller, but not each other.
!
NOTE
All outputs are isolated from inputs. Output 1&2 are isolated from
Output 3&4. Output 1 is not isolated from output 2 and output 3 is
not isolated from output 4.
Fully programmable parameters, range limits, and alarm levels. Two

outputs have auto-range feature.
Digital Outputs:
System Alarm incorporates concentration alarms, system errors, and

Watchdog alarm (30 Vac, 60 Vdc, 50VA, maximum, resistive load only)
Data Valid Signal (30 Vac, 60 Vdc, 50VA, maximum, resistive load only)
Range ID for Outputs 1 and 2 (30 Vac, 60 Vdc, 50VA, maximum, resistive
load only)
One terminal of each relay is common to all four relays
Serial Communication:
RS-485 Serial Communication Port, Half Duplex, Two-wire
Input:
One (1) digital input for remote auto calibration or remote zero contact
closure, 5 Vdc @ 2.5 mA
Provide isolated contact closure only. Do not apply voltage.
NOTE
Loss of Purge Contact

Contact closure indicates that the detector and electronics enclosures are
pressurized. (250Vac, 250VA max)
Photometer
Measurement : 232, 280, 254, 400 nm
Lamp:
Electrode Stabilized Xenon Flash Lamp
Detectors:
UV Enhanced Silicon Photodiodes
Cell Pathlength: 127 mm (5 inches) for low range analyzer

63.5 mm (2.5 inches) for optional high range analyzer
Outputs:
Linear with Absorbance
Calibration
Factory calibrated.
Automatic calibration capability using a built-in calibration filter (no

hazardous or toxic calibration gases are needed).
Calibration gas port is provided for users requiring gas calibration.
Enclosure Materials
316 Stainless Steel
Environmental Conditions
Ambient Temperature -20 to 50C (-4 to 122 F)
Max Relative humidity 90% non-condensing
Pollution Degree 2
Max altitude 2000 meters (6500 ft.)
Installation Category II
For outdoor use, air-conditioned shelter normally not required
Sun shade is recommended for hot sunny climates.
Utility Requirements
Electrical (specified at time of purchase)
120V, 50/60 Hz, (47-63Hz max) 720W max (single phase, grounded neutral,
TN-S)
OR
240V, 50 Hz, (47-63Hz max) 720W max (single phase, grounded neutral,
TN-S)
Instrument air: 207-690 kPa (30 to 100 psig) - For analyzer with steam blow
back (Optional) 483-690 kPa (70 to 100 psig) -- Per ANSI/ISA standard 7.0.011996)
Steam or electric heat for sample tap ball valve to maintain 150oC.
Steam Pressure: 515-690 kPa (75 to 100 psig)
Steam for optional blow back: 210-345 kPa (30-50 psig).
Approvals and Certifications

UL/CSA General Safety Requirements
UL/CSA Class I, Division 2, Groups ABCD T2D
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive; EN61326-1 Industrial
Low Voltage Directive; EN61010-1
Pressure Equipment Directive
Russian Gosstandart Pattern Approval
User-Supplied Items
Sample Tap: Optional heated, 1 inch ball valve with a 2 inch 150 lb. RF
stainless steel flange mounted to a weld neck on top of a horizontal
process line (AMETEK Steam Jacketed Ball Valve, Part Number 203 176
001 ordered separately).
Interconnect wiring between analyzer and control room.
Gasket for heated ball valve flange.
Analyzer mounting reinforcement as needed.
Insulation from the horizontal process line to the bottom of the 880
Analyzer Oven Enclosure.
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INSTALLATION
Prior to Installation
!
CAUTION
Installation drawings found in this section are for typical installations.

Any customer drawings (CDs) supplied with the system supersede the
drawings included here.
WARNING
Read this entire section before beginning installation of the 880-NSL

Analyzer. Failure to do so, and / or use of the Analyzer in a manner not
specified in this manual, may impair the protection against fire, electrical
shock and personal injury originally provided by this equipment.
Do not remove plug from sample inlet flange until ready to install
probe.
CAUTION
Analyzer Site Preparation

The 880-NSL Tail Gas Analyzer is designed for installation in hazardous
areas classified as:
NEC/CEC Class I, Division 2, Groups A,B,C,D
Installation category II
The analyzer must be installed on a horizontal run of the tail gas pipe. A
site plan should be prepared defining the system mounting location and
provisions for power/data interconnect wiring. It is highly recommended
that a servicing platform equipped with safety railings be installed at the
analyzer mounting site.
Installation | 3-1
Installation Guidelines
1.
If using an existing sample tap, make sure that it is internally free of

solidified sulfur. Be aware that the 880-NSL returns the sample to process through the annular space around the O.D. of the probe tube. In
most cases, the 1/2 O.D. probe tube will be running through a 1 bore,
thus leaving a 1/4 annulus for sample return. If this annular space is
blocked with sulfur, the analyzers aspirator can not function properly
and correct sample flow may not be achieved.
2.
Keep in mind that the analyzers mounting flange has threaded studs
(flat washers and nuts provided), welded to the flange. When lowering
the analyzer onto the sample tap, these studs must be guided into the
corresponding holes on your sample tap flange, then flat washers and
nuts must be attached. Leave adequate clearance under the analyzer
for ease in installing the nuts. Also, make sure that no fittings or other
objects are positioned such that they will interfere with rotation of the
nuts.
3.
The analyzer is shipped with the demister and sample valve and probe
packaged separate from the cell oven enclosure to protect the demister
during shipping. Refer to installation instructions for assembly details.
4.
To minimize escape of process gas, install the probe after the analyzer
is in place on the sample tap. Keep in mind that you must open the
steam-jacketed ball valve on the sample tap at a certain point in the
probe installation process; be sure the valve handle is accessible for this
purpose.
5.
Do not abuse the demister temperature sensing probe (RTD) when removing it from the cell oven for installation of the probe. They are not
designed to be repeatedly bent back and forth or forced into small radius
bends. If the RTD must be bent at all, do so slowly and gently; and in a
greater than one-inch radius.
6.
When installing the demister assembly, be careful not to cross thread the
Teflon nuts on the stainless fittings. Fully insert the tubing in the fitting
before attempting to thread the nuts. AMETEK will not be responsible
for damage to these fittings.
Sample Tap Preparation
!
WARNING
The sample pipe contains highly toxic and corrosive substances. Proper
personal protective equipment including fresh air breathing apparatus,
eye protection, and skin protection MUST BE worn when installing
the sample tap.
A weld neck with a two inch 150 lb raised face flange must be installed 90
to the top of a horizontal run of the tail gas pipe. It is recommended that a
heated, 1-inch ball valve with a 2-inch, 150 lb. raised face flange (AMETEK
PN 203176001 Steam Jacketed Ball Valve or equivalent) be installed on the
nozzle. The analyzer is mounted directly to this valve flange, therefore, it
should be installed plumb and level or the analyzer will not stand straight
upon installation (minor angles will not affect analyzer operation). If the
analyzer needs additional support, a mounting brace kit (AMETEK PN
880084901) is available and may be ordered by contacting your regional
AMETEK Sales Office.
If nozzle length is less than six inches, it is not necessary to heat trace it. If 6
to 12 inches, it should be heat traced at 150 C minimum. Weld necks greater
than 12 inches in length are not recommended. If it is necessary to stand
the analyzer off the process pipe by more than 12 inches, a steam jacketed
spool piece must be used. However; in no case should the standoff distance
require a sample probe length greater than five feet.
In all cases, starting from time of sample tap installation, all portions of the
sample tap should be kept heated at 150 C minimum and insulated from
the process pipe to the bottom of the analyzer (including flanges). This is
important to prevent sample tap plugging with solid sulfur, which will interfere with analyzer commissioning.
The sample tap valve handle should be installed such that the handle must
be turned down (toward the pipe) to open the valve. If the handle must be
turned up (toward the analyzer) to open the valve, interference from the
analyzer enclosure may prevent it from opening fully. As an additional precaution against escape of toxic gases, it is recommended that a blind flange
be installed on the sample tap flange until the analyzer is installed.
!
CAUTION
Note the bolt hole pattern and orientation of the analyzer mounting
flange shown in Figure 3.1. The tail gas pipe flange bolt pattern must
line up with the analyzer flange bolt pattern. This will result in two possible analyzer mounting orientations. AMETEK recommends that the
analyzer be installed with the backplate parallel to the tail gas pipe.
Installation | 3-3
Unpacking and Inspection

Remove components from the packing case(s) carefully; check contents
against packing list. Open the enclosures and inspect all components for
obvious damage and broken/loose parts or fittings. Notify the carrier and
AMETEK Service (1-800-537-6044) immediately if parts are missing or damage is found.
Space Requirements
The analyzer requires a minimum area of 1240 mm wide by 1092 mm high
(above the sample tap flange) by 360 mm deep (31.5 inches wide x 43 inches
high x 14 inches deep). A minimum of 400 mm (15.75 inches) is required in
front of the analyzer for door swing clearance. The analyzer weighs 115 kg
(250 lb). Refer to Figure 3.1 for exact analyzer mounting dimensions.
Figure 3-1
880-NSL Installation Drawing.
Installation | 3-5
TOTAL PROBE
LENGTH
Figure 3-2
880-NSL Probe Installation Drawing.
1
2
PIPE DIAMETER
NOZZLE HEIGHT
SEE NOTES 1-3
178
[7.00]
124
[4.90]
DEMISTER
STEAM BLOWBACK
BALL VALVE, FV7
STEAM JACKETED
SAMPLE VALVE
ELECTRONICS
ENCLOSURE
FLOW
Process Pipe Center Line
Cell
RTD
1/2" NPT
TEMP PROBE
PROBE
1/2" SST TUBE
SAMPLE INLET
FLANGE
SAMPLE INLET
BALL VALVE, FV4
SAMPLE RETURN, FV5
25
[1.00]
SEE NOTE 4
ASPIRATOR
DETECTOR
ENCLOSURE
SAMPLE INLET
FLANGE
FLANGE
FITTING
{
FLOW
Sample Inlet
Ball Valve - FV4
TO REMOVE PROBE: WITHDRAW PROBE

TO THE ETCHED MARK THAT WAS MADE
WHEN PROBE WAS INSTALLED.
SHUT-OFF THE MAIN PROCESS VALVE.
PROBE REMOVAL
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE).
THE PROBE OUT 1/2 INCH AND ETCH A

MARK ON THE PROBE AT THE TOP OF
THE FLANGE TUBE FITTING. OPEN MAIN
SAMPLE VALVE SLIGHTLY. CHECK FOR
LEAKS. PROCEED WITH OPENING THE
VALVE. INSERT THE PROBE
COMPLETELY INTO THE PROCESS AND
TIGHTEN THE FLANGE TUBE FITTING.
RE-ASSEMBLE DEMISTER ASSEMBLY,
RTD, AND TUBES PER FLOW DIAGRAM.
WARNING: BEWARE OF TOXIC GAS WHEN
INSTALLING OR REMOVING THE PROBE,
USE APPROPRIATE PERSONAL
BE CERTAIN THAT FV4, FV5, AND THE

MAIN SAMPLE VALVE ARE CLOSED.
INSERT THE PROBE THROUGH THE
FLANGE UNTIL THE PROBE MAKES
CONTACT WITH THE BALL VALVE; BACK
ASSMBLY STEP 4
4. PROBE LENGTH CALCULATED TO CENTER LINE OF PROCESS PIPE WITH +0, -25mm [1.00"] TOLERANCE.
3. IF NOZZLE HEIGHT IS 152mm [6.00"] OR LESS, INSULATE; 152-304mm [6.00"-12.00"], HEAT TRACE;
304mm [12.00"] OR GREATER, STEAM JACKET.
2. WHEN USING SUPPORT BRACKET KIT #880088901, THE NOZZLE HEIGHT MUST BE BETWEEN 152mm
[6.00"] AND 330mm [13.00"].
NOTES:
1. CUSTOMER MUST PROVIDE NOZZLE HEIGHT AND PIPE DIAMETER TO SIZE PROBE.
FLOW
SAMPLE INLET
BALL VALVE - FV4
INSTALLED UPSTREAM) TIGHTEN THE

TUBE FITTING.
INSERT THE PROBE INTO FV4. (NOTE:

THE TIP OF THE PROBE WILL BE
AFTER CUTTING THE PROBE TO LENGTH,
ASSEMBLY STEP 3
ENCLOSURE AND DISCONNECT FV4 FROM

DEMISTER.
REMOVE RTD FROM CELL OVEN
ASSEMBLY STEP 2
USING THE DIMENSIONS SUPPLIED,

CALCULATE THE TOTAL PROBE LENGTH.
CUT THE SUPPLIED TUBE TO LENGTH,
MEASURING FROM THE ANGLE END.
ASSMBLY STEP 1
Installation Procedure
!
WARNING
The sample gas contains highly toxic and corrosive substances. Proper
personal protective equipment including fresh air breathing apparatus,
eye protection, and skin protection MUST BE worn when installing
the sample tap.
Refer to Figures 3.1 and 3.2 for locations of system components.
NOTE
1.
Remove the nuts and washers from the sample inlet flange. Retain this
hardware for use in step 4.
2.
The sample return valve (FV5), located at the bottom of the aspirator, is
a 3/8 plug valve which is closed when the handle is oriented horizontally and open when oriented vertically. Verify that this valve (FV5) is
CLOSED before proceeding. If it is left open, toxic gases from the tail
gas line may flow back through sample system while the probe is being
installed.
3.
Verify that the main sample valve on the tail gas pipe is CLOSED. WITH
ALL PERSONNEL IN THE IMMEDIATE AREA USING FRESH-AIR
BREATHING APPARATUS, remove the blind flange from the ball valve.
Test to make sure that the valve is not leaking toxic process gases. If
toxic gases are not detected in the area, it is safe to remove the fresh-air
apparatus until the probe installation (step 8a).
4.
Install a gasket on the top of the Steam Jacketed Main Sample Valve. Using suitable lifting equipment, lower the analyzer into place such that: 1)
the analyzer back plate is parallel with the tail gas pipe and 2) the sample
inlet flange and main sample valve flange bolt patterns line up. Use the
nuts and washers (set aside in step 1) to bolt the flanges together. Use a
calibrated torque wrench to torque the bolts in a cross pattern to 54.25
N-m (40 ft.-lbs).
!
CAUTION
The integrity of the analyzer sample inlet flange to tail gas pipe flange
connection is critical as it provides the primary support for the analyzer.
If additional support is needed, install the available optional mounting
brace kit (AMETEK PN 880 088 901).
Installation | 3-7
5.
Connect clean dry instrument air supply to the 3/8-inch fitting on the
right-hand side of the cabinet. If air supply quality is in question, connect through two air/oil separators. Back out the air regulator screw
such that air lines on the analyzer are not pressurized.
!
NOTE
If the analyzer is not to be put in service immediately, see Electrical
Enclosure Air Purge System, Chapter 1.
6.
Remove the screws from the cell oven cover plate at the top of the oven
enclosure. Set aside the four screws for use in step 10b. This cover plate
must be loose, but may not have to be removed. The screws must be
reinstalled and tightened after probe installation.
7.
Prepare the probe: the probe tube is 1/2-inch diameter 316 stainless steel
tubing. The probe supplied is 910mm (36 inches) long. Cut the probe
to a length that results in the probes end being centered in the sample
pipe or at least 0.2 x Pipe Diameter away from the pipe wall as shown
in Figure 3-2.
Refer to Figure 3-2 for probe installation drawings.
NOTE
8.
Remove the stainless steel plug from the compression gland in the sample
inlet flange inside the oven. This plug may be retained in the bottom of
the oven for future use or simply discarded.
a. Install the probe into the 1/2-inch tube fitting on the sample inlet ball
valve (FV4) using the supplied stainless steel ferrule. Make sure the
fitting is tight and leak free.
b. Make sure the flange fitting components (nut, SST ferrule, and
Teflon seal) are loosely installed on the flange fitting as shown in
Figure 3-2, Step 4.
c. Verify that the sample inlet ball valve (FV4) is closed.
d. Scribe a mark on the probe just under the ball valve to aid in orienting the probe correctly.
!
WARNING
All personnel in the immediate area MUST wear fresh-air breathing

apparatus for the remaining installation steps. Do not remove breathing apparatus until installation is complete and all fittings have been
checked for toxic gas leaks.
9. Install the probe through the sample inlet flange, main process valve,
and into the process:
a. Slide the probe tube down into the flange fitting. If the probe tube
is longer than 16 inches, it may be necessary to remove the sample
oven cover plate and lower the probe/valve assembly through the
top of the sample oven. Tighten the compression fitting enough to
create a seal around the probe while still allowing the probe to slide.
Refer to Figure 3-2, Step 4. Depending on the length of the probe,
it may be necessary to remove the valve handle for the valve to fit
through the opening in the top of the sample oven. If this is the
case, the handle must be placed into the CLOSED position before
removing the handle.
b. Verify that the analyzer sample inlet ball valve (FV4) is CLOSED
and remains closed. Continue to slide the probe down through the
flange. When the probe tip touches the ball of the main sample valve
(optional), back the probe out 1/2 and etch a mark on the probe at
the top of the flange tube fitting. Open main sample valve slighty
and check for leaks, continue inserting the probe as far as possible.
Fully tighten the flange compression fitting. This etched mark will
be used for probe removal and replacement.
c. Verify that the analyzer sample inlet ball valve (FV4) is CLOSED. Reinstall the valve handle, making sure that the analyzer sample inlet
ball valve remains closed.
10. Install the demister:
!
WARNING
Take necessary precautions to ensure that neither the analyzer sample

inlet ball valve (FV4) nor the sample return valve (FV5) are inadvertently opened during the demister installation procedure.
a. Hold the demister with the bottom end tilted forward 1 inch. Insert
the 1/8-inch demister temperature probe into the fitting at the top of
the demister. Push the demister onto the probe as required to permit
connection of the 3/4-inch compression fitting which connects the
demister to the sample inlet ball valve (FV4). It may be necessary
to slightly loosen the compression fitting on the sample inlet flange
and pull the probe/valve assembly up slightly to allow connection
of the demister to the valve (FV4). Loosen only as required; make
sure that the seal between the probe tube and the compression fitting is maintained such that no process gas leaks around the fitting.
Retighten after 3/4-inch compression fitting is secured.
Installation | 3-9
!
NOTE
Please use the Teflon Ferrule along with the compression fitting
supplied by the manufacturer. The Teflon Ferrule allows for the
demister to be removed and re-installed in the future.
b. Using recommended tightening procedures, fully tighten the 1/8-inch

demister temperature probe compression fitting. Connect the 1/4inch sample line to the top rear fitting, the 3/8-inch steam blowback/
cal gas tube to the top right fitting, and the 1/4-inch air lines to the
two fittings on the insulated section of the demister. Reinstall the
sample oven top cover screws (set aside in step 6) and tighten. Verify
that all compression fittings inside the cell oven are tightened.
c. Test all sample tap connections and the sample inlet ball valve to
make sure there are no toxic process gas leaks. When satisfied that
no leaks are present, remove the breathing apparatus and proceed
with the remainder of the start-up procedure.
d. Remove handle of the steam-jacketed main sample ball valve to
ensure valve cannot be closed while the sample probe is in place.
Secure handle near by so that it is available when needed.
Electrical Connections
!
WARNING
Check ground continuity to all electrical enclosures before applying

power.
Connections to the AC source must be made only by qualified electricians.
AC source must be single-phase, grounded-neutral type.
Refer to Figure 3-3 for detailed interconnect wiring diagram showing

terminal locations within the power and signal junction boxes.
NOTE
1.
The 880 Analyzer is considered outdoor, permanently connected and

stationary equipment. It is supplied, as ordered by the customer, configured as either a 120 Vac or a 240 Vac unit and contains voltage dependent subassemblies. Conversion in the field is not to be attempted
by unqualified personnel. Power requirements for the equipment are
found both in the Specifications section of this manual and on the labels
applied near the power inlet junction box located on the equipment.
2.
The local qualified installer is provided with two such junction boxes
which require hazardous mains voltage connections. A six inch service
loop of power wiring should remain in the box after strain relief installation.
a. Power junction box - This enclosure (see Fig 3-3) is for power mains
connection and is provided with several, chassis grounded entry
holes which may or may not be threaded to local standards. These
entry openings may be modified to be consistent with nationally
recognized electrical codes, procedures, and standards for outdoor
connection of mains power entry for equipment of this type. See
labeling for power requirements and specifications in manual. As
a permanently connected piece of equipment without an accessible
power switch, the installation must have the following characteristics:
-
The installation must include a separate disconnect device, such

as a switch or circuit breaker, included as part of the installation.
The electrical specifications of this device must accommodate
the power and environmental requirements of the equipment
for the particular application.
This device must be in close proximity to the equipment as to be

in easy reach of an operator.
This device must be permanently marked as the disconnect device
Installation | 3-11
for this equipment.

b. Signal junction box - This enclosure (see Figure 3-3) provides for
field connection of nonhazardous signal and communication type
signals, and one potentially hazardous connection to the purge
pressure alarm device. If this connection is made, and will switch
a hazardous voltage (> 30 Vac or 60 Vdc) must have a separate exit
and routing from the junction box distinct from nonhazardous signal
wiring. Wiring used must be appropriate for the load energy to be
switched by the devices contacts.
3.
Connect analyzer analog outputs, digital alarm signals, and serial interface (if used) from signal junction box to user data acquisition/recording equipment. Signal terminal locations within the junction box and
recommended wire to be used are shown in Figure 3-3.
Figure 3-3
880-NSL Interconnect Wiring Diagram.
Installation | 3-13
120VAC, 50/60Hz, 720W

OR
240VAC, 50/60Hz, 720W
2.5mm 2 [14AWG] MIN
EXCESS
H2S
(+)
H2S
(+)
G
N
T-
RS-485
4-COND
DATA VALID RELAY

CLOSED = VALID
SYSTEM ALARM
CLOSED = OK {
{
R-
T+
CLOSED=
LO-RANGE
32 VDC @ 1A MAX
POWER
LOWER JUNCTION BOX
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
ALL CABLES ARE RECOMMENDED TO BE 0.75mm

2 [22AWG] SHIELDED.
(ALL SHIELDS TO BE GROUNDED AT REMOTE CONNECTIONS)
UPPER JUNCTION BOX
TB21
TB20
RATIO
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 B
4-20mA OUTPUTS
TWISTED PAIRS
SIGNAL
SO2
4
(-)
2
(-)
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 A
{
RANGE ID
#1 RELAY
(-)
(+)
R+
REMOTE CAL SWITCH

CLOSED = START
+5VDC @ 3.3mA
(-)
(+)
{
RANGE ID
#2 RELAY
{
PURGE ALARM
CLOSED = OK
NO
NC
PURGE PRESSURE SWITCH, SW1
BLK
RED
System Start-Up
1.
Verify that the electronics enclosure and detector enclosure doors are
closed and properly secured.
2.
Connect the air supply and set the pressure regulator for approximately
20-25 psi.
3.
Close aspirator air valve (FV1).
4.
Open the sample inlet ball valve (FV4) and the sample return valve (FV5)
at the bottom of the aspirator. Close and tighten the latches on cell oven
door.
5.
Apply AC power and note controller display screen activity.
6.
The 880 Analyzer will start in the SPECIAL FLUSH period (period 1) and
will step to FLUSH & ZERO period (period 2) when the default period 1
timer times out. Air will be flowing back through the sample system; this
prevents sample gas from entering the system until the sample cabinet is
up to proper operating temperature (nominally 145C). When analyzer
components reach operating temperature, the controller will perform
an auto-zero of the photometer channels and then enter the SAMPLE
FLUSH period (period 3). However, sample will not flow through the
cell until positive flow is attained by adjusting the pressure. (See step 7
below).
If desired, the sample inlet valve and sample return valve may be closed
while the cell oven is heating up. This may allow operating temperature
to be obtained more quickly. When the cell oven temperature reaches
at least 135C, both valves should be opened.
!
CAUTION
7.
You must follow step 7 (below) to prevent sulfur condensation in the

aspirator due to excessive cooling caused by high input air flow.
Cell pressure in psia is displayed on line 3 of the screen; note the exact
pressure. Adjust the aspirator air valve until the displayed pressure
decreases by 0.07 to 0.10 psia. This difference in pressure will provide
sufficient positive flow through the cell to begin sampling. When period
3 times out, controller will step to TRACK SAMPLE period (period 4).
To prevent inadvertent Cell Pressure alarms, you must adjust certain
pressure deviation limits in the analyzers controller configuration. Because ambient atmospheric pressure will vary with local terrain elevation,
these limits must be set at time of analyzer commissioning. The limits

are found in the Level 3 Configure Menu under System Variables and
should be set as follows:
Note the Cell Pressure you observed at the start of paragraph 7 of this
section. (With the aspirator air supply valve CLOSED, both the sample
inlet and sample return valves inside the cell oven OPEN, and the bottom line of the controller display indicating Sample Cycle, the displayed
Cell Pressure will be equal to the process pressure).
Set the deviation limits as follows:
Prs_Dev_Lo (Pressure Deviation Low):
Set to 1 psi lower than the process pressure
Flsh_Prs_Lo (Flush Pressure Low)*:
Set to 0.5 psi lower than the process pressure
Prs_Dev_Hi (Pressure Deviation High):
Set to 5 psi higher than the process pressure
*Flsh_Prs_Lo is only tested during air backflush (controller indicates
Zero Cycle on the bottom line of the display)
8.
Allow an additional hour for complete thermal stabilization of sample cell

and demister. Then initiate a calibration cycle by pressing CALIB then
ENTER on the analyzer keypad. The Analyzer is now fully functional
and real-time measurements of % Volume SO2 and H2S in the sample
will be present on 4 to 20 mA analog outputs 1 and 2 and displayed on
lines 1 and 2 of the controller screen.
Installation | 3-15
CONTROLLER FUNCTIONS
Controller Display
The 880 Controller default normal operation screen is shown in Figure 4-1.
The first three lines of the display are fully user programmable. Analytical
information such as percent Volume SO2 or H2S and ratio H2S:SO2, or system
information such as cell pressure/temperature and raw absorbance data may
be displayed. The fourth line displays system messages and alarm/error
information only. Refer to Display Flags: Labels for more information on
changing the format of the controller display.
Percent Volume SO2 (Display Flag = 1)

Percent Volume H2S (Display Flag = 2)
0.96 %
VOL SO2
1.92 %
VOL H2S
Cell Pressure (Display Flag = 7)
14.70 psia Cell Prs

System Message / Alarm
Sample Cycle
Figure 4-1
Typical Normal Operation Display. Note that message will vary.
| 4-1
System Security and Access Codes

The 880 Controller has four system security levels, Levels 0 through 3. An
access code must be entered before certain menus and variables can be
accessed. Factory default access codes are listed on page 4-xa, which may
be removed from this manual at the users discretion. Higher level access
codes can access any lower level function. With the exception of Level 3
(service level) security, default access codes can be altered or eliminated by
changing the software configuration. Refer to page 5-2: Passwords for more
information on altering system security.
See menu map for levels 1-3.
Level 0 Security
No access code is required for the following functions:
Initiate zero cycle with offset adjustment
Initiate CALIBRATION cycle with span adjustment
Initiate STEAM BLOW BACK cycle
View upper and lower alarm levels for analog outputs 1 through 4
View upper and lower range limits for analog outputs 1 through 4
Manually select high or low range setting for analog outputs 1 and 2
Function Key Overview

All analyzer functions are configured through the 880 Controller keypad
shown in Figure 4.2. Press one of the five function keys (FLUSH/ZERO,
ALARM, CALIB, ANALOG RANGE, and CONFIG/TEST) to access the main
menu for that category of sub-menus and variables. Use the ARROW KEYS
(2,4,6,8) to scroll up, down, left, and right through menu items and system
value lists. Enter values (which may be negative or contain a decimal point)
using the NUMBER KEYS (0 through 9) and the - and keys.
To highlight an item, scroll through the items until small arrowheads point to
it on both sides. Up and down arrow symbols displayed on the right-hand
side of the screen indicate that there are more menu items above or below
the currently displayed items.
Once a menu has been accessed, use the ARROW KEYS to scroll through the
menu until the desired item is highlighted; press ENTER to select the menu
item. Depending on the selected menu item, more menus will be displayed
or data may be entered; follow instructions shown on the display. Except
where otherwise noted, press ENTER to save changes and return to previous
menu or CANCEL to quit without saving. Pressing CANCEL also backs
out to previous menu levels, one level at a time, until the screen is returned
to normal operation display.
FLUSH
Press both blank function
keys
ZERO
simultaneously to reset controlle
r
ALARM
CANCEL
CALIB
CONFIG
TEST
ANALOG
RANGE
ENTER
Figure 4-2
880 Controller Keypad.
| 4-3
Controller Reset
The controller can be reset by simultaneously pressing the 2 keys that are
above and below the Flush/Zero key. Refer to Figure 4.2. This reset mechanism is useful in that it is much easier to do than cycling power.
Flush/Zero or Steam Blow Back Key

To run an on-demand ZERO cycle or a STEAM BLOW BACK cycle at any
time, press the FLUSH/ZERO key. The display will then show a MENU of
2 items, ZERO and Steam Blow Back. Use the arrow keys to select the
option wanted, and then press ENTER. If the ZERO option is selected the
analyzer will immediately jump to Period 1 and start a ZERO cycle. If the
Steam Blow Back option is selected, the analyzer will immediately jump to
Period 9 and start the Steam Blow Back cycle.
ZERO Key Menu
FLUSH
ZERO
% Vol SO
0.46
2
% VolH2S
0.72
ZERO
Steam Blow Back
Start ZERO (period 1)

Start STEAM BLOW BACK (period 9)
Key
| 4-5
Alarm Key
To access the Alarm Menu, press the ALARM key. Scroll through the menu
until the desired menu item (variable) is highlighted and press ENTER.
View Alarm Levels

To view alarm levels, select the level to be viewed by highlighting
Alarm_X_Hi (upper level) or Alarm_X_Low (lower level) where X = output
channel 1 4; press ENTER to select. Press CANCEL to return to level list.
Alter Alarm Levels

The Level 1 or higher access code is required for this function. To alter
an alarm level, select the level to be altered by highlighting Alarm_X_Hi
(upper level) or Alarm_X_Low (lower level) where X = output channel
1 4; press ENTER to select. Enter the new level value when the New
Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to save change and return to
the Alarm Menu; press CANCEL to quit.
!
NOTE
The units associated with the alarm levels are determined by the parameter linked to analog output X. If Percent Volume H2S is on analog
output 1, alarm levels are also defined in percent; if cell temperature in
C is on analog output 2, alarm levels are also in C and so on.
Calib Key
To run an on-demand calibration cycle at any time, press the CALIB key. The
bottom line of the display will prompt: ENTER = Zero + Cal, Press CANCEL to Quit. When ENTER is pressed, the program will immediately step to
the pre-calibration Flush/Zero period (period 5), followed by zero tracking
period (period 6), the calibration filter period with span adjustment (period
7), a filter tracking period (period ), and return to sample purge (period 3)
followed by normal sampling (period 4). The zero and cal filter tracking
cycles can be disabled by setting the period timers to zero; refer to page
4-5: Timers for more information on setting calibration cycle and all other
period timers.
| 4-7
Analog Range Key

To access the Range Menu, press the ANALOG RANGE key. Scroll through the
menu until the desired menu item is highlighted and press ENTER.
Range Select-Out1 or -Out2
View and/or alter current analog range (low or high) on output channel 1 or
2. When this menu item is selected, the third line of the display will display
either Range is now Low or Range is now Hi. Press CANCEL to return to
Analog Range Menu without changing the range; press ENTER to toggle the
range. The current range message will be shown momentarily and then the
display will return to the Range Menu.
!
NOTE
The units associated with the range limits are determined by the parameter linked to analog output X. If Percent Volume H2S is on analog
output 1, range limits are also defined in percent; if cell temperature in
C is on analog output 2, range limits are also in C and so on.
View Range Limits

To view the range limits, scroll through the following list of range limits
until limit to be viewed is highlighted; press ENTER to select. Press CANCEL to
return to range limit list.
Alter Range Limits
Level 1 access code is required for this function. To alter the range limits,
scroll through the following list of range limits until limit to be altered is
highlighted; press ENTER to select. Enter the new limit value when the New
Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to save change and return to the
Alarm Menu; press CANCEL to quit.
Range limits to be viewed or altered are as follows:
Output_x_Low
Output_x_Hi
Output_x_
Offset_x_Low
Offset_x_Hi
Offset_x_
20 mA value on the output x LOW where x = 1 or 2

20 mA value on the output x HIGH where x = 1 or 2
20 mA value on output x where x = 3 or 4
4 mA value on the output x LOW range where x = 1 or 2
4 mA value on the output x HIGH range where x = 1 or 2
4 mA value on output x where x = 3 or 4
Config / Test Key

All system configuration parameters can be viewed and/or changed through
the menus that are accessed through the CONFIG/TEST Key. After pressing CONFIG/TEST, a password must be entered. If the Level 1 Password
is entered, then access to only the Config/Test Main Menu is allowed. If
the Level 2 Password is entered, then access to the Config/Test Main Menu
and the Level 2 Menu is allowed. If the Level 3 Password is entered, then
access to the Config/Test Main Menu, the Level 2 Menu, and the Level 3
Menu is allowed. See System Security on page 5-1 for more information
on passwords.
Once access to the Config/Test Main Menu is obtained, to return to the normal running display, simply press the CANCEL Key.
To select a menu item use the arrow keys to move the pointers, menu item
,then press ENTER. See below for the for an explanation of each item in the
CONFIG/TEST Menu.
Press
CONFIG
TEST
Enter PASSWORD
CONFIG/TEST
Main Menu
View Configuration
Key
Stop/Start Timer Set

Time of Day
Set Auto Cal Time
Configure Menu
To Level 2
or Level 3 Menu
| 4-9
Config/Test Main Menu
View Configuration
Selecting this menu item allows software configuration values to be
viewed only. It is recommended that system parameters be recorded
periodically so that configuration can be reconstructed in the event of a
computer memory loss. Current software configuration should also be
compared periodically to the factory software configuration data sheet
to verify that critical system values have not been changed.
To view configuration values, press ENTER to display the next parameter;
press CANCEL to return to the Config/Test Main Menu. The following
parameters will be displayed in the order shown.
1. Cal_Filtr_1
9. Cell_Temp_Span
17. Lo_Lght_Cnt
25. Alarm_Flag
2. Cal_Filtr_2
10. Dmstr_Temp_Span
18. Photo_Noise
26. Output1_Flag
3. Cal_Filtr_3
11. Cell_Temp_Ofs
19. Analg_Noise
27. Output2_Flag
4. Cal_Filtr_4
12. Dmstr_Temp_Ofs
20. Flags_1
28. Output3_Flag
29. Output4_Flag
5. Press_Span
13. AD_Cnt/Abs
21. Flags_2
6. Press_Offst
14. Excess_Factr
22. Line_1_Flag
7. Normal_Press
15. Backgrnd_SO2
23. Line_2_Flag
8. Normal_Temp
16. Backgrnd_H2S
24. Line_3_Flg
Stop/Start Timer
Selecting this menu item enables the controller Main Period Timer to
be stopped and started. By pressing ENTER with the timer ON, the
timer will be toggled OFF, and if the timer is OFF, then pressing ENTER
will toggle the timer ON. The bottom line of the display will show the
new timer status for ~3 seconds, either Timer is now ON or Timer
is now OFF. After the message is displayed the CONFIG/TEST Menu
is automatically re-displayed.
During normal operation, the Main Timer is always running. It should
only be necessary to stop the main timer when maintenance or troubleshooting is required. Stopping the Main Timer freezes the digital outputs in their current state. If the analyzer is in a period in which data is
being tracked, stopping the Main Timer does not interrupt tracking and
the Zero Timer is not affected. However, if the Zero Timer runs down
(times out), a zero cycle will not be started as long as the Main Timer is
stopped.
Set Time of Day

Press ENTER to select this menu item. At Enter New Time prompt,
enter four digit time of day using the 24 hour clock convention. Note
that it is not necessary to enter punctuation between hours and minutes.
Below are some examples.
Time
midnight
8 :30 am
noon
3 :30 pm
10 :15 pm
You Enter
0000
0830
1200
1530
2215
Set Auto Cal Time

Press ENTER to select this menu item. At Enter New Time prompt,
enter the time of day for the auto-calibration filter cycle to be run (this
becomes the value of the variable Cal_Time). It should not be necessary
to use this feature. The 880-NSL should be calibrated more frequently
than once per day. This is accomplished by using the Cal Timer function. The default valve for Cal Timer is 5400 seconds, which means a
calibration cycle will be executed every 1-1/2 hours. We recommend this
setting not be changed from the default value.
!
NOTE
The hour of midnight cannot be used as a valid time to start a calibration. When 0000 is entered, the automatic calibration time is turned
OFF.
Configure Menu
Press ENTER to select this menu item. If the Level 2 Password was entered at the start of the CONFIG/TEST Menu then the controller switches
to the Level 2 Configure Menu. If the Level 3 Password was entered at
the start of the CONFIG/TEST Menu then the controller switches to the
Level 3 Menu. If the Level 1 Password was entered at the start of the
CONFIG/TEST Menu then a Level 2 or Level 3 Password will need to be
entered to continue to either configuration menu. See Part IV Software
Configuration for more information on the Level 2 and 3 Menus.
| 4-11
AMETEK
880 Tail Gas Analyzer
________________________________________________
Default System Security Passwords
Level 1 :
1111 [Enter]
Level 2 :
2222 [Enter]
Level 3 :
.3-18 [Enter]
This page can be removed from the manual for added security.
NOTE
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION
The 880-NSL is designed to be customized to suit user preferences by altering the software configuration of the controller. The configure menus are
used to alter numerous system parameters and constants and assign flags
to controller display, analog outputs, and alarms. To access the configure
menus, press the CONFIG/TEST key. At the Enter Access code prompt, enter
the Level 2 or Level 3 access code; refer to page 4-2: System Security and
Access Codes for more information. Scroll down until Configure Menu is
highlighted; press ENTER.
!
NOTE
Different Configure Menus will be accessed depending on which access

code is entered at this time. The Level 3 access code should be entered
only if troubleshooting is needed or access to critical configuration parameters is required. It is recommended that the Level 3 access code be
restricted to knowledgeable and authorized personnel.
Level 2 Configure Menu

Figure 5.1 shows the sub-menus of the Configure Menu when the Level 2
access code has been entered. Scroll up, down, left, and right until desired
menu item is highlighted; press ENTER to continue.
Software Configuration | 5-1
Figure 5-1.
Level 2 Configure Menu.
Constants
Scroll through the following list of constants until item to be altered is
highlighted; press ENTER to select. Enter the new constant value when the
New Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to save change and return to
the Constants Menu; press CANCEL to quit. Refer to Appendix A: Controller
Signal Processing for more information on how these constants affect the
controller calculations. Refer to Appendix B: Analyzer Timing for how the
Steam constants affect the controller sequencing.
Press_Span
The multiplication factor (psia/volt) used in conjunction with Press_Offset to
calculate cell pressure (Actual_Press) from live voltage input from the pressure transmitter. This value is factory set and should not be altered unless
pressure transmitter is replaced.
Press_Offset
The additive factor (psia) used in conjunction with Press_Span to calculate
cell pressure (Actual_Press) from live voltage input from the pressure transmitter. This value is factory set and should not be altered unless pressure
transmitter is replaced.
Normal_Press
The standard cell pressure used for factory calibration of the instrument
(typically 14.70 psia). This value is used in conjunction with live cell pressure
(Actual_Press) to correct H2S and SO2 calculations for pressure variations.
Normal_Temp
The standard cell temperature used for factory calibration of the instrument
(typically 145C). This value is used in conjunction with live cell temperature (Cell_Temp) to correct H2S and SO2 calculations for temperature variations.
!
NOTE
Normal_Press and Normal_Temp are determined at the time of factory calibration and should never be changed in the field.
Low_Limit
The minimum allowable value for H2S or SO2 concentrations. If calculated
concentrations fall below this value, the concentration becomes equal to
Low_Limit. Normally set to zero such that negative calculated values are
set to zero.
Steam_Count
The number of automatic Zero or Cal Cycles remaining until the Steam Cycle
is started. When the count reaches 0, then on the next automatic Zero or
Cal Cycle, a Steam Cycle is automatically started instead of a normal Zero
or Cal. Manually starting the Steam or Zero cycles by pressing the Flush/
Zero Button does not affect Steam_Count. When an automatic Steam cycle
is completed at the end of Period 11, the Steam_Count number is reset to
the Steam_Set number.
Steam_Set
The number of Zero or Cal cycles that must be completed before an automatic Steam Blowback cycle is initiated. If the Steam_Set is set to 0, then the
automatic Steam Cycle is turned OFF and will NOT start automatically. If
this number is set to 16, then the Steam Cycle will be run every 24 hours.
!
NOTE
If using the automatic steam blowback function, do not set Steam_Set

to a value less than 16 or run the cycle more than once a day.
If your Analyzer requires steam blowback to run more than once a day,
please contact the Ametek Service Department.
WARNING
Display (Display Flags)

This menu item is used to select the system values to be continuously displayed on the first three lines of the display screen. Select which line is
to be altered by highlighting Line_X_Flag where X = 1 3. Enter the flag
value from the following list when the "New Value?" prompt is displayed.
Press ENTER to save change and return to the Configure Menu; press CANCEL
to quit. Except where noted, the same flags are used for the Analog Flags
(page 5-6).
Display Flag Values
Display Label
(Values for Example Only)
None
Percent Volume SO2 (Line 1 Default)
* 0.96 % Vol SO2
Percent Volume H2S (Line 2 Default)
* 1.92 % Vol H2S
Absorbance of Photodiode A
1.347 Abs. Photo A
Absorbance of Photodiode B
1.406 Abs. Photo B
Absorbance of Photodiode C
1.335 Abs. Photo C
Absorbance of Photodiode D
1.120 Abs. Photo D
Cell pressure in psi absolute (Line 3 Default)
* 14.70 psia Cell Prs
Cell temperature in C
* 145 Cell Temp
Demister temperature in C
10
Ratio H2S / SO2
* 2.010 Ratio H2S/SO2
11
Percent excess H2S
* 0.759 % Excess H2S
12
Photometer channel 1 raw counts
32535 Channel 1 Ctn.
13
Demister temperature raw counts
33253 Demister Ctn.
14
Zero timer and Calibration cycle timer
** 03555 Zero 08 :00 Cal
15
Status of alarm and valve relays
**00100101 10010100
16
Current period # and Cal timer
** 04 Per 03555 Cal
129 Demister Temp
(while Zero timer = 000000, otherwise it shows Zero timer)

17
Electrical enclosure temperature
** 20 65 C
These displays can be altered by the user. Refer to page 5-14: Labels for
more information on changing display formats.
** These flags are for display lines only, they do not apply to Analog
Flags.
Alrm_flg (Alarm Flag)

The alarm select flag is used to enable or disable activation of the system
alarm when the value on one of the analog outputs exceeds the upper or
lower alarm level assigned to the output. Refer to page 4-6: Alarm Key for
more information on setting the alarm levels.
The alarm select flag value is essentially a set of positions for eight bits, or
one byte, of computer logic. Each bit has a specific decimal value when
turned ON; all bits have a value of zero when turned OFF. Unlike the display and analog flags where the flag value is simply chosen from a list, the
value entered for the Alarm Flag is the sum of bit values for all of the alarms
to be enabled. Enter the new flag value when the New Value? prompt is
displayed. Press ENTER to save change and return to the Configure Menu;
press CANCEL to quit.
Bit Value
Enabled Alarm
Bit Value
Enabled Alarm
Alarm_1_Hi
16
Alarm_1_Low
Alarm_2_Hi
32
Alarm_2_Low
Alarm_3_Hi
64
Alarm_3_Low
Alarm_4_Hi
128
Alarm_4_Low
Example:
The system alarm should be activated when signal on Output 1 exceeds the
assigned upper level (bit value = 1) or when signal on Output 1 falls below
the lower level (bit value = 16).
The new value for Alarm Flag = 1 + 16 = 17
Analog (Analog Output Flags)

This menu item is used to select the system values to be linked to the three
4 to 20 mA analog outputs. Values linked to the analog outputs may also
be linked to the system alarm; refer to Alarm Flag above. Select the analog output flag to be altered by highlighting OutputX_Flag where X = 1
4, press ENTER to select. Enter the new flag value when the New Value?
prompt is displayed. The values to be entered are the same as Display
Flags 1 through 13 (above). Press ENTER to save change and return to the
Configure Menu; press CANCEL to quit. Depending on which parameter is
assigned to an analog output, the analog range scaling for that output must
reflect its expected values.
Passwords
Setting both the Level 1 and Level 2 access codes to 0000 disables low
level security. Associated menus and variables may be accessed with no
access code required; press ENTER when access code prompt is displayed.
Do not set Level 1 and Level 2 passwords to be the same. The Level 3
(service level) access code cannot be altered.
!
NOTE
Highlight the access code to be viewed/altered; press ENTER to select. Enter

new four-digit access code when the New Value? prompt is displayed.
Press ENTER to save change and return to the Passwords Menu; press CANCEL to quit. Refer to page 4-1: System Security and Access Codes for more
information on the various security levels.
Lvl_1_Pswrd
View/alter the Level 1 access code.
Lvl_2_Pswrd
View/alter the Level 2 access code.
Timers
Scroll through the following list of menu choices until desired item is highlighted; press ENTER to select.
Zero_Timer
The interval in seconds between zero cycles. When the Zero_Timer times
out, a Zero Cycle or a Steam Cycle will be initiated. Enter the new timer
value in seconds when the New Value? prompt is displayed. Note that
value entered must be in six digit form, using lead zeros if necessary.
Press ENTER to save change and return to the Configure Menu; press
CANCEL to quit.
Cal_Timer
The interval in seconds between calibration cycles. This timer begins
counting down immediately following a completed calibration cycle.
When this timer reaches zero (times out), a calibration cycle or a steam
cycle will be initiated. Enter the new timer value in seconds when the
New Value? prompt is displayed. Note that value entered must be in six
digit form, using lead zeros if necessary. Note that the value Cal_Timer
should not be confused with the Cal_Time described on page 4-11: Set
Auto-Cal Time.
View_Period_Timers
View current settings for duration in seconds of periods 1 through 11
(Timer_PerX where X =1 11). Press ENTER to view next timer or
CANCEL to return to the Timers Menu.
Alter Per_Timers
Alter current settings for duration in seconds of periods 1 through 11
(Timer_PerX where X =111). Press CANCEL to scroll through timers until
timer to be altered is highlighted; press ENTER. Enter the new timer value
in seconds when the New Value? prompt is displayed. Note that value
entered must be in four digit form, using lead zeros if necessary. Press
ENTER to save change and return to the Timers Menu; press CANCEL to quit.
Refer to Appendix B: Analyzer Timing for more information on period
timers.
Tempr (Temperature Constants)

Scroll through the following list of temperature constants until item to be
altered is highlighted; press ENTER to select. Enter the new constant value
when the New Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to save change and
return to the Tempr Menu; press CANCEL to quit. Refer to page 6-1: System
Alarms for more information on how these variables affect analyzer function. Refer also to Appendix A: Signal Processing for more information on
the effect of these constants on temperature calculations.
CellTempSpan
The multiplication factor (C/volt) used in conjunction with Cell_Tmp_
Ofs to calculate actual cell temperature (Cell_Temp) from live voltage
input from the cell RTD. This value is factory set and should not be
altered.
DmstrTmpSpan
The multiplication factor (C/volt) used in conjunction with Dmstr_
Tmp_Ofs to calculate actual demister temperature (Dmstr_Temp) from
live voltage input from the demister RTD. This value is factory set and
should not be altered.
EETmpSpan
The multiplication factor (C/volt) used in conjunction with EE_Tmp_Ofs
to calculate actual enclosure temperature (EE_Temp) from live voltage
input from thermister. This value is factory set and should not be altered.
CellTempOfs
The additive factor (C) used in conjunction with Cell_Temp_Span to
calculate actual cell temperature (Cell_Temp) from live voltage input
from the cell RTD. This value is factory set and should not be altered.
DmstrTmpOfs
The additive factor (C) used in conjunction with Dmstr_Tmp_Span to
calculate actual demister temperature (Dmstr_Temp) from live voltage
input from the demister RTD. This value is factory set and should not
be altered.
EETmpOfs
The additive factor (C) used in conjunction with EE_Tmp_Spn to calculate actual enclosure temperature (EE_Temp) from live voltage input
from thermister. This value is factory set and should not be altered.
CellContPer
Cell heater control period in seconds. The cell heater duty cycle is based
on this period. This value is factory set and should not be altered.
DmstrContPer
Demister thermal control period in seconds. The demister heater duty
cycle is based on this period. This value is factory set and should not be
altered.
Serial
Highlight the serial communication parameter to be viewed/altered; press
ENTER to select. Enter new value for parameter when the New Value?
prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to save change and return to the Serial
Menu; press CANCEL to quit. Refer to the Serial Communication section
Appendix C for more information on the RS-485 serial interface.
RS485_Baud
Serial communication baud rate; refer to page C-3: Wiring Configuration and Baud Rate for baud rate code to be entered. Note that analyzer
must be reset after baud rate is set or changed. Reset by cycling power
or pressing the two blank function keys above and below the FLUSH/ZERO
function key on the controller keypad (see Figure 4.2, page 4-3).
RS485_Address
Analyzer serial address in three-digit form. If serial communication is
not being used, address should be set to 000. If one analyzer is on line,
serial address is 200. Refer to page C-3: Read and Write Protocol for
information on addressing multiple analyzers.
Flags1 (Configuration Flags)

The following list of software configuration features can be selected or deselected by altering the value of Flags1. The Flags1 value is essentially a set
of positions for eight bits, or one byte, of computer logic. Each bit position
has a specific decimal value when turned ON; all bits have a value of zero
when turned OFF. Similar to the Alarm Flag, the value entered for the Flags1
is the sum of bit values for all of the features to be selected. Enter the new
flag value when the New Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to save
change and return to the Configure Menu; press CANCEL to quit.
Bit Value
Function
Make outputs track continuously including Zero and Cal cycles
Enable Auto-Range on 4 to 20 mA Outputs 1 and 2
Not Used
Make alarm contacts normally open
16
Enable span adjustment during calibration cycle
32
Not Used
64
Enable remote digital signal to start Zero cycle rather than Cal cycle
128
Not Used
Example:
Features to be enabled are make outputs track continuously including zero
and cal cycles (bit value = 1) and Enable Span Adjustment (bit value = 16)
The new value for the Flags1 = 1 + 16 = 17
Noise
Noise spikes that may occur can be eliminated using the Infinite Impulse
Response Filter formula. The values entered here are noise smoothing coefficients between 0.1 and 1.0. Setting the filter to a value of 1.0 disables noise
smoothing; setting noise factors to 0.1 will result in the smoothest data but
will significantly slow response time. Highlight the noise coefficient to be
altered; press ENTER to select. Enter new noise coefficient when the New
Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to save change and return to the
Noise Menu; press CANCEL to quit.
Photo_Noise
Noise smoothing for all photometer channel inputs to controller. These
inputs are used to calculate H2S and SO2 concentrations.
Analg_Noise
Noise smoothing for the pressure transmitter and cell and demister RTD
inputs to the controller. These inputs are used to calculate actual cell
temperature and pressure; this data is used to correct the H2S and SO2
concentrations for temperature and pressure fluctuations in the cell.
Level 3 Configure Menu

Figure 5.2 shows the sub-menus of the Configure Menu when the Level 3
access code has been entered. Scroll up, down, left, and right until desired
menu item is highlighted; press ENTER to continue.
!
CAUTION
The system values which may be altered in the Level 3 Configure Menu
greatly affect analyzer function and signal processing. The default values
for many of these variables are determined during factory calibration of
the instrument. DO NOT change the values of system constants and
variables without full understanding of their effects on analyzer function and output data.
Go Period (Go to Period X)
!
NOTE
The Main Timer must be stopped before using the Go Period function.
Refer to page 4-10: Stop/Start Main Timer for information on stopping/
starting the Main Timer.
This menu item is used to command the controller to jump immediately

to a specified period and is used primarily to switch the controller to Period
12 (continuous flush), 13 (continuous calibration filter), and 14 (continuous
sample) for troubleshooting purposes. Enter the desired period number in
a two-digit format when the New Value? prompt is displayed. Period 2
would be entered 02. Press ENTER to go; press CANCEL to quit Refer to Appendix B: Analyzer Timing for detailed information on controller Periods 1
through 14. The number must be entered in two digit format. For example:
period 2 enter 02.
Figure 5-2.
Level 3 Configure
Labels
This menu item is used to change the text and format of the first three display lines. Highlight the label to be changed, press ENTER. Use the left and
right arrows to highlight the character to be changed then use the up and
down arrows to scroll through the list of available ASCII characters. Press
ENTER to select a character. Note that the character ~ indicates a placeholder
for a numerical display including decimal points and negative signs; a total
of eight places is allowed. Do not erase the leading ~ placeholder; add or
remove a ~ placeholder from the right-hand side only. When finished, press
ENTER to save and CANCEL to quit.
The following labels may be altered:
Calc_A_Label (Line_X_Flag = 1: Percent Volume SO2)
Default: ~~~~ % Vol SO2
Calc_B_Label (Line _X_Flag = 2: Percent Volume H2S)
Default: ~~~~ % Vol H2S
Press_Label (Line_X_Flag = 7: Cell Pressure in psia)
Default: ~~~~~~ psia Cell Prs
Temp Label (Line_X_Flag = 8: Cell Temperature in C)
Default: ~~~~ Cell Temp
Ratio_Label (Line_X_Flag = 10: Ratio H2S/SO2)
Default: ~~~~~~ Ratio H2S/SO2
Excess_Label (Line_X_Flag = 11: Percent Excess H2S)
Default: ~~~~~~ % Excess H2S
Constants
Use the arrow keys to scroll through the following list of system constants
until item to be altered is highlighted; press ENTER to select. Enter the new
constant value when the New Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to
save change and return to the Constants Menu; press CANCEL to quit. The
values for these parameters are factory set and, except where noted, should
not be altered unless the factory service is performed. Refer to Appendix A:
Signal Processing for more information on how these constants affect the
controller calculations.
SpanSO2
Span factor (mutiplication factor) for SO2 used to correct SO2 reading
when checked with Cal gas.
SpanH2S
Span factor (mutiplication factor) for H2S used to correct H2S reading
when checked with Cal gas.
AD_Cnt/Abs
Conversion factor given in volts/absorbance used to convert analog-todigital value to absorbance. This value should never be changed.
Excess_Factor
Normal H2S/SO2 ratio used in the Excess H2S and Excess SO2 calculations. This represents the H2S:SO2 ratio at which excess H2S or excess
SO2 is equal to 0. Default value is 2.0. If it is desired to operate the sulfur
recovery plant at a ratio other that 2:1, enter that ratio as a new value of
Excess_Factor.
Backgrnd SO2
Offset factor (additive factor) for SO2 used in conjunction with Span_SO2
to calculate % Volume SO2.
Backgrnd H2S
Offset factor (additive factor) for H2S used in conjunction with Span_H2S
to calculate % Volume H2S.
Lo Lght Cnt
Low alarm limit of photodiode input counts. If the input signal count
is more positive than this value, the system alarm is activated and the
controller immediately jumps to Period 2 (Zero Cycle). While this error
is active the message LOW LIGHT LEVEL is displayed.
Temp_Set_Pts
CellTmpSet
Temperature Set point for Proportional and Integral (PI) Temperature
control of the cell; nominally 145C.
DmstrTmpSet
Temperature Set point for Proportional and Integral (PI) Temperature
control of the demister; nominally 129C.
EETmpSet
Temperature Set Point for Proportional and Integral (PI) temperature
control of the Detector Enclosure temperature; nominally 40C.
Prop_Bands
CellTmpBnd
Temperature band for proportional portion of the cell PI temperature
control loop. The proportional band calculation is a linear interpolation of 0% heat for any temperature above the Prop_Band and 100%
heat for any temperature below the Prop_Band.
DmstrTmpBnd
Temperature band for proportional portion of the demister PI temperature control loop. The proportional band calculation is a linear
interpolation of 0% heat for any temperature above the Prop_Band
and 100% heat for any temperature below the Prop_Band.
Temp_Resets
CellTmpRst
The integral factor used in the calculation of the cell PI temperature
controller on/off duty cycle.
DmstrTmpRst
The integral factor used in the calculation of the demister PI temperature controller on/off duty cycle.
Integral_Counts
CellCntInt
Number of cell temperature readings to be integrated for the integral
portion of the cell PI temperature control loop before heat cycle is
adjusted.
DmstrCntInt
Number of demister temperature readings to be integrated for the
integral portion of the demister PI temperature control loop before
heat cycle is adjusted.
Flags2 (Configuration Flags)

Items of the following list of software configuration features can be selected
by altering the value of Flags2. The Flags2 value is essentially a set of positions for eight bits, or one byte, of computer logic. Each bit position has a
specific decimal value when turned ON; all bits have a value of zero when
turned OFF. Similar to the Alarm Flag and Flags1, the value entered for
Flags2 is the sum of bit values for all of the features to be selected. Enter
new flag value when the New Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to
save change and return to the Configure Menu; press CANCEL to quit.
Bit Value
1
2
Function
Reverse operation of sample valve relay (SV1)
Output Excess SO2 instead of Excess H2S
(also see Appendix A)
Calculate total Sulfur instead of Ratio H2S :SO2
Continuous tracking of display
Not used
Not used
Use background during Cal cycle
Not used
4
8
16
32
64
128
Example:
Features to be enabled are Output Excess SO2 (bit value = 2) and Use Background During Cal Cycle (bit value = 64).
The new value for the Flags2 = 2 + 64 = 66
Level 2 Confg Menu (Go to Level 2 Configure Menu)

When ENTER is pressed with this menu item highlighted, the Level 2 Configure
Menu is accessed immediately. Because the Level 3 access code cannot be
altered from the factory default, this is useful to access Level 1 or 2 functions
if the access codes have been changed and/or forgotten.
System Variables
Use the arrow keys to scroll through the following list of system variables
until item to be altered is highlighted; press ENTER to select. Enter the new
variable value when the New Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER
to save change and return to the System Variables Menu; press CANCEL to
quit. Refer to page 6-1: System Alarms and Appendix A: Controller Signal
Processing for more information on how these variables affect the analyzer
function.
Photo_Span
Span___1
Value used to calibrate photodiode 1 to 2 volts/abs.
Span___2
Span___3
Span___4
Photo_Offset
Offset___1
Zero offset value for photometer channel 1.
Offset___2
Offset___3
Offset___4
Cell_Dev
Maximum allowable deviation of measured cell temperature from cell temperature setpoint (Cell_Tmp_Set). If measured temperature exceeds [setpoint
+ deviation] or falls below [setpoint - deviation], the system alarm will be
activated and the message CELL TEMP/PRESS ALARM will be displayed on the
screen. Cell temperature calculations in every timing period are compared
to the high and low limits determined by Cell_Dev.
Dmstr_Dev
Maximum allowable deviation of measured demister temperature from
demister temperature setpoint (Cell_Tmp_Set). If measured temperature
exceeds [setpoint + deviation] or falls below [setpoint - deviation], the
system alarm will be activated and the message DEMISTER TEMP ALARM will
be displayed on the screen. Demister temperature calculations in sample
period (period 4) only are compared to the high and low limits determined
by Dmstr_Dev.
Prs_Dev_Lo
Minimum allowable measured cell pressure during sample period (period
4). If measured cell pressure falls below Prs_Dev_Lo, the system alarm will
be activated and the message CELL PRESSURE ALARM will be displayed on the
screen. Cell pressure calculations in period 4 only are compared to this low
limit.
Prs_Dev_Hi
Maximum allowable measured cell pressure during sample period (period
4). If measured cell pressure exceeds Prs_Dev_Hi, the system alarm will be
activated and the message CELL PRESSURE ALARM will be displayed on the
screen. Cell pressure calculations in sample period 4 only are compared to
this high limit.
Flsh_Prs_Lo
The minimum allowable measured cell pressure during cell flush period (period 2). If measured cell pressure falls below Flsh _Prs_Lo, the system alarm
will be activated and the message CELL TEMP/PRESS ALARM will be displayed
on the screen. Cell pressure calculations in period 2 only are compared to
this low limit.
Cal Filtr Values (Calibration Filter Values)

Cal_Filt_Abs
The analyzer is calibrated on raw absorbance of the photometer channels for
troubleshooting purposes. Select this menu item to alter settings for calibration filter absorbance values for the four photometer channels 1 through 4
(Cal_Filt_X where X = 1 4). Press CANCEL to roll through filters until item
to be altered is displayed; press ENTER. Enter the new filter value when the
New Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to save change and return
to the Cal Filtr Values Menu; press CANCEL to quit. Cal filter values are determined for each analyzer at the time of factory calibration. Cal filter values
should only be changed when the Cal filter is replaced. A new Cal filter is
supplied with cal filter values for the four photometer channels.
Photo Alarms (Photometer Alarms)

Select this menu item to alter the maximum allowable zero offset and photometer span values. New values for offset or span determined during a
zero cycle or calibration cycle are compared to the values of Span_Alarm_x
and Zero_Alarm_x where x = 1 4. If the new value(s) exceed these alarm
limits, the system alarm will be activated, the message EXCESSIVE CAL ERROR
or EXCESSIVE ZERO ERROR will be displayed, and the last good value of Photo
offset or Photo span will continue to be used for channels giving rise to the
alarm. Press CANCEL to roll through the list of photometer alarm limits until
limit to be altered is highlighted. Enter the new limit value when the New
Value? prompt is displayed. Press ENTER to save change and display the next
limit; press CANCEL as required to quit. Changing the Photo Alarms from the
factory default settings is not recommended.
Poly Coefficients (Polynomial Coefficients)

The coefficients vary from analyzer to analyzer and are determined during factory calibration of the instrument. These parameters should only be
altered by AMETEK service personnel.
Systems Test Menu

The 880-NSL Controller has numerous self-test routines which can be run periodically as part of regular maintenance or used to assist in troubleshooting
the analyzer. The system tests are discussed in detail in the Troubleshooting
and Maintenance section (Chapater 6) of this manual.
Default Memory (Controller Reset)

Select this menu item to reset all system configuration parameters to factory default values. Press ENTER to reset; press CANCEL to quit without resetting.
!
CAUTION
!
NOTE
Before resetting the controller to default configuration, it is advisable

to record current configuration values by selecting View Configuration
from the Config/Test Main Menu (refer to page 5-13).
Items marked with an asterisk (*) on the configuration data sheet supplied with the analyzer vary from system to system and are determined
during the factory calibration of the instrument. When system is reset
to default values, these items must be entered manually in order to duplicate the original configuration of the specific analyzer.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
System Alarms and System Messages

As discussed in Chapter 4: Controller Functions, the system alarm is activated when a value on one of the analog outputs exceeds the user specified
alarm levels for the parameter linked to the output. In addition, the system
alarm is activated when a condition exists which makes the analyzer output questionable. The following table summarizes alarm conditions; error
messages will be displayed on line 4 of the screen when a system alarm
condition exists.
Below is a list of error and status messages that are displayed on the displays
4th line. These alarm and status messages can be monitored by 2 serial
interface variables, the Status Flag (ID code=FS), and the Information Flag
(ID code=FI). The bit values for each variable is also listed below..
Troubleshooting and Maintenance | 6-1
Table III: Status Flag
Bit
Value
Displayed Error/Status
Message
Description
MAIN TIMER STOPPED
The controllers MAIN timer was manually stopped and

needs to be restarted for normal operation to resume.
See CONFIG/TEST Menu.
LOW LIGHT LEVEL
The photodiode count is is greater than the alarm limit,

LoLghtCnt. The light level is too low.
CELL TEMP/PRESS ALRM
The cell temperature in any timing period OR the cell

flush pressure is below the low alarm limit, Flsh_Prs_Lo
EXCESSIVE ZERO ERROR
Measured offset value (Offset_X) exceeds the specified

maximum offset (Zero_AlarmX) for each photometer
Channel.
16
EXCESSIVE CAL ERROR
Calibration span value (Span_X) exceeds the limits.
32
MEMORY IS CORRUPTED
Either the EEPROM or the RAM memory is corrupted

on the CPU PC board. Use RAM Test to pinpoint the
problem.
64
DEMISTER TEMP ALARM
Demister temperature exceeds specified set point

deviation (DmstrTmpSet Dmstr_Dev) in timing period 4
128
CELL PRESSURE ALARM
Cell pressure falls below specified high or low alarm

level (Prs_Dev_Hi or Prs_Dev_Lo) during period 4.
Bit
Value
Displayed Error/Status
Message
Description
Alarm 1 Hi/Lo Active
The analog Output #1 value has exceeded its high or low alarm
limit, Alarm_1_Hi ou Alarm_1_Low.
Not Used
16
Zero Cycle
This message is displayed whenever the Analyzer is in periods

1, 2, 9, 10 or 11, the Zero or Steam blow back cycles.
32
Sample Cycle

3 or 4, the Sample cycle .
64
System Calibrating

5, 6, 7 or 8, the Calibration cycle .
Analyzer in Hold Mode
This message is displayed whenever the Flags 1 bit 1 is turned

OFF and the Analyzer is in any period except sample tracking
period 4.
128
Information Flag
The bit values are needed to interpret the serial interface variables. For example, if the Status Flag (ID code=FS) was read and had a value of 68, then
the status of the analyzer would be:
4 = CELL TEMP/PRESS ALRM
64 = DEMISTER TEMP ALARM
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68 = Value of Status Flag
Main Timer Stopped
The Main Timer can only be stopped by activating the Stop/Start Timer
option from the CONFIG/TEST menu. When the Main timer is stopped,
then:
1.
System Alarm relay is activated.
2.
Display line 4 shows the error message MAIN TIMER STOPPED.
3.
The analyzer immediately stops in the period it is presently running.
To deactivate the alarm, simply activate the Stop/Start Timer option in the
CONFIG/TEST menu.
Low Light Level
The photodiodes do not work properly if there is insufficient light. During

all timing periods, the photodiodes ADC Counts are continuously checked
against the low light count limit, LoLghtCnt. If the photodiode count is
greater than the limit, then:
1.
System Alarm relay is activated.
2.
Display line 4 shows the message LOW LIGHT LEVEL.
3.
The analyzer immediately jumps to the start of period 2 (flush) and will
remain in period 2 until the light level increases.
To deactivate the alarm, the light level must be increased versus the light
limit. The main reasons for low light level alarms are:
1.
The cell windows are dirty and need to be cleaned or replaced.
2.
The Photodiodes absorbance adjustment is not correctly set.
3.
The lamp is not flashing.
Cell Temperature Alarm
Cell temperature has high and low alarm limits as follows:

Cell Temp High Limit = CellTempSet + Cell_Dev
Cell Temp Low Limit = CellTempSet - Cell_Dev
Typically the cell temperature setpoint is 145C and the deviation is 10C.
The cell temperature high alarm limit is 155C and the low alarm limit is
135C. During all timing periods, if the measured cell temperature is outside these limits then:
1.
System Alarm Relay is activated.
2.
Display line 4 shows the error message CELL TEMP/PRESS ALARM.
3.
Analyzer immediately steps to timing period 2 (flush & zero) and will
remain there until alarm condition is rectified.
Flush Pressure Alarm (Period 2)
During timing period 2 (flush & zero), the measured cell pressure is compared to the specified low limit variable, Flsh_Prs_Lo. If the cell pressure is
below this limit then:
1.
2.
Display line 4 shows the error message CELL TEMP/PRESS ALARM.
3.
Analyzer will remain in period 2 (flush & zero) until alarm condition is
rectified.
Excessive Zero Error (Periods 2 and 5)

During zero offset calculations, which are done only at the end of timing
periods 2 and 5, the calculated Offset_X values are compared to specified
high limit variables, Zero_AlarmX. If any Offset_X exceeds this alarm limit
then:
1.
2.
Display line 4 shows the error message EXCESSIVE ZERO ERROR.
3.
Analyzer continues to next timing period, 3 or 6, and returns to normal

operation. However, the alarm will remain activated until a zero cycle
produces acceptable Offset_X values.
!
NOTE
Because the analyzer returns to normal operation using the last good
Photo Offset or Photo Span value, it is critical that Excessive Zero
Error and Excessive Calibration Error faults be corrected as soon as
possible.
Excessive Calibration Error (Period 7)

During calibration span calculations, which are done only at the end of timing period 7, the calculated Span_X values are compared to specified high
limit variables. If any Span_X exceeds alarm limits then:
1.
2.
Display line 4 shows the error message EXCESSIVE CAL ERROR.
3.
Analyzer continues to timing period 8 and returns to normal operation. However, the alarm will remain activated until a calibration cycle
produces acceptable Span_X values.
!
NOTE
Because the analyzer returns to normal operation using the last good
Photo Offset or Photo Span value, it is critical that Excessive Zero
Error and Excessive Calibration Error faults be corrected as soon as
possible.
Memory Is Corrupted Alarm (Power Up)

When the analyzer is powered up, EEPROM memory and battery-backedup RAM memory are read and checked against a stored checksums. If an
error is detected, then the default values stored in the software PROM chip
are used.
1.
2.
Display line 4 shows the message MEMORY IS CORRUPTED.
3.
The Analyzer immediately jumps to the start of period 2.
!
NOTE
Memory Corrupted message may be cleared by temporarily changing

any configuration parameter then immediately changing it back to its
original value.
Demister Temperature Alarm (Period 4)

Demister temperature has high and low alarm limits as follows:
Demister Temp High Limit = DmstrTempSet + Dmstr_Dev
Demister Temp Low Limit = DmstrTempSet - Dmstr_Dev
Typically the demister temperature setpoint is 129C and the deviation is
15C. The demister temperature high alarm limit is 144C and the low
alarm limit is 114C. At the beginning of timing period 4 (sample), if the
measured demister temperature is outside these limits then:
1.
2.
Display line 4 shows the error message DEMISTER TEMP ALARM.
3.
Analyzer immediately steps to timing period 2 (flush & zero) and will
step to period 3 (sample purge) and into period 4 (track sample). At
the beginning of period 4, if the measured demister temperature is still
outside the limits, analyzer will return to period 2 (flush & zero) and
continue in this loop until alarm condition is rectified.
Cell Pressure Alarm (Period 4)

At the beginning of timing period 4 (track sample), the measured cell pressure is compared to the specified high and low limit values, Prs_Dev_Hi and
Prs_Dev_Lo. If the cell pressure is outside these limits then:
1.
2.
Display line 4 shows the error message CELL PRESSURE ALARM.
3.
Analyzer immediately steps to timing period 2 (flush) and will step to

period 3 (sample purge) and into period 4 (track sample). At the beginning of period 4, if the measured cell pressure is still outside the limits,
analyzer will return to period 2 (flush) and continue in this loop until
alarm condition is rectified.
Analog Output Exceeds High or Low Limits Alarm (Period 4)

During timing period 4 (sample) only, the signals on the 4 to 20 mA outputs
linked to the system alarm are compared to the specified alarm levels. Refer
to page 3-4: Alarm Key for more information on setting alarm levels and
page 4-4: Alarm Flag for information on linking analog outputs to system
alarm.
During timing period 4 (sample), the values on the outputs linked to the
alarm are compared to the specified alarm levels (Alarm_X_Hi or Alarm_X_
Low). If the signal exceeds these levels then:
1.
2.
Display line 4 shows the error message ALARM X HI/LO ACTIVE.
3.
Analyzer will continue to track sample; if no other system alarm is active, this alarm is indicative of a process upset and requires immediate
attention.
Zero Cycle Message (Periods 1, 2, 9, 10,11, and 12)

During all Zeroing operations the displays 4th line will show the status
message ZERO CYCLE. This includes the normal Zeroing periods 1
and 2, but also the Steam Blow Back periods 9, 10, and 11. This message is
shown to indicate that the analyzer is being flushed with Zero gas. When
the ZERO CYCLE message is displayed, the Sample Cycle and System
Calibrating displays are OFF.
Sample Cycle Message (Periods 3, 4, and 14)

During all Sample Gas Measuring periods 3 and 4, the displays 4th line will
show the status message Sample Cycle. This message is shown to indicate
that the analyzer is running sample gas through the sample tubing and the
cell. When the Sample Cycle message is displayed, the ZERO CYCLE
and System Calibrating displays are OFF.
System Calibrating Message (Periods 5, 6, 7, 8, and

13)
During all System Calibrating periods 5, 6, 7, 8, and 13, the displays 4th line
will show the status message System Calibrating. This message is shown
to indicate that the analyzer is flushing the cell with zero gas. It is only in
periods 7, 8, and 13 that the Calibration filter is in the light path.. When the
System Calibrating message is displayed, the ZERO CYCLE and Sample
Cycle displays are OFF.
Analyzer in Hold Mode Message (All Periods except 4)

This message Analyzer in Hold Mode is displayed when the Flags1 (bit 1)
variable has the continuous analog output tracking turned OFF, which means
the analog outputs will track and hold the sample gas measurements. The
880-NSL will hold the last sample gas measurement on the analog outputs
when the analyzer is not in period 4, the sample tracking period. This message is then displayed in all periods except period 4, because period 4 is when
the sample gas analog outputs track the sample gas measurements.
Computer Watchdog Alarm

This alarm, also known as the watchdog alarm, activates when normal CPU
logic flow is disrupted. Possible triggers of this alarm are power failure,
internal power failure, software problems, or extreme electronic interference. When activated, the watchdog alarm generates a system reset but
software configuration parameters are retained. The system does not have
to be re-configured.
Relay Troubleshooting: Display Option 15

The Display Output Option 15 shows a set of ones and zeroes that act like
a row of LEDs, similar to the LEDs mounted to the edge of the Relay PC
Board (80436SE). A 1 usually means the signal is ON, and a 0 usually
means OFF. An X means that position is not used.
This display is used to help troubleshoot the controller without having to
open the Electrical Enclosure and look at the LEDs on the PC Boards.
Example Display Option 15 on Line 3
0,46
% Vol SO2
0,72
% Vol H2S
0000001X
XXX10010
Below is an description of each symbol on the display.
LED
Position
8a
7a
6a
5a
4a
3a
2a
1a
8b
7b
6b
5b
4b
3b
2b
1b
Position
Display
8a
0
7a
0
6a
0
5a
0
4a
0
3a
0
2a
0
1a
X
Position
Display
8b
X
7b
X
6b
X
5b
0
4b
0
3b
0
2b
0
1b
0
Definition
Not used. Always 0. Corresponds to Relay PC board LED 12
Analog Output #2 Range identification. 1 = In High Range, 0 = in Low Range
Analog Output #1 Range identification. 1 = In High Range, 0 = in Low Range
System Alarm. 1=System OK. 0=System Error, Alarm is ON
Not used. Always X.
Not used. Always X. Corresponds to Relay PC board LED 8
Sample valve relay signal, 1=Sample Gas ON, 0 =Flush Air ON
Corresponds to Relay PC board LED 5
Steam Blow Back signal, 1=Steam Blow Back ON, 0=OFF.
Cell isolation relay, used for steam blow back.
Calibration filter relay. 1= Calibration filter in light path, 0=Not in light path.
System Tests Menu

Numerous self test routines can be run periodically or used to assist in troubleshooting the instrument. Press the CONFIG/TEST key and enter the level 3
access code. Scroll down to System Tests Menu and press ENTER. Highlight
a test from the following list; follow directions displayed on screen.
User recording equipment using alarm relays as input must be placed

off-line before running the alarm relays test.
!
CAUTION
Normal serial communications will be disabled while system tests are

running. If using AMETALK software, quit the application before
running system tests.
NOTE
!
NOTE
Temperature controls for the cell oven and detector enclosure heaters
are suspended while in Systems Test Menu. These heaters are left in a
power-off state. DO NOT leave the analyzer in the Systems Test Menu
for more than two to three minutes at a time. After excuting any of the
system tests, analyzer timing starts over at period 1.
Test Expansion
Selecting this menu item accesses the following tests of the expansion
card:
Test Expn Inputs
Verifies that voltage inputs to the controller from the cell and demister
RTDs and cell pressure transmitter are present and tracking. Press ENTER
to begin test or CANCEL to quit. First three lines of the display will appear
as follows:
Demister RTD Input
Cell RTD Input
32625 30342
Pressure Transmitter Input
29825 55733
55733 55733
Not Used
Test Expn Alarm

Verifies function of alarm contacts. All alarm relays are energized (equal
to 1) when test begins. At the Number Key to Toggle? prompt, press 2
for System Alarm contacts, 3 for Range Alert contacts, or 4 for Concentration Alert contacts. Press ENTER to begin test or CANCEL to quit. Selected
alarm contacts will toggle to de-energized (equal to 0).
Test Expn DAC1 or DAC2
Sets the signal on the digital to analog converter (DAC1 or DAC2) to
analog mA value corresponding to any percentage of full scale for those
outputs. Default percentage is 0% which sets the outputs to 4 mA; a
different percentage from -15% to +100% may be entered at the New
Value? prompt. The table below lists the correct value of the 4 to 20
mA signal for various percentages. Press ENTER to begin test or CANCEL
to quit.
Test Display
Verifies that each segment of the display is functioning properly by displaying a checkerboard pattern for several seconds and then reversing
it. Press ENTER to begin test or CANCEL to quit.
Test Analog Out 1&3 or Out 2&4
Sets the signal on the analog output to a mA value corresponding to any
percentage of
full scale for those outputs. Default percentage is
0% which sets the outputs to 4 mA; a different percentage from -15% to
+100% may be entered at the New Value? prompt. The following table
lists the correct value of the 4 to 20 mA signal for various percentages.
Press ENTER to begin test or CANCEL to quit.
% of
Full Scale
- 15
- 10
-5
0
5
10
15
20
Output (mA)
1.6
2.4
3.2
4.0
4.8
5.6
6.4
7.2
% of
Full Scale
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
Output (mA)
8.0
8.8
9.6
10.4
11.2
12.0
12.8
13.6
% of
Full Scale
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
Output (mA)
14.4
15.2
16.0
16.8
17.6
18.4
19.2
20.0
Test Analog Inputs

Verifies that voltage signals from the four photometer channels are present and tracking. It also shows the ADC count value of the electrical
enclosure thermistor temperature. Press ENTER to begin test or CANCEL to
quit. First three lines of the display will appear as follows:
EE Temp
Channel 1
Channel 3
22000 Blank
32335 30347
29825 31406
Channel 2
Channel 4
The numbers shown here are for example only. Count values in active
input fields will be changing.
Test Alarm Relays
Verifies function of alarm contacts with the exception of the COP Alarm.
At the Number Key to Toggle? prompt, select one of the following
tests:
Key
Toggle Relay
System Alarm contacts
Range ID#1 contacts
Range ID#2 contacts

When an alarm contact is selected, the relay will toggle between closed
and open (0 and 1), each time the key is pressed.
Test Valve Relays
Verifies function of valve relays. At the Number Key to Toggle? prompt,
select one of the following tests:
Key
Toggle Relay
Cal filter
Cell isolation valve
Steam blowback
Sample valve

When a valve contact is selected, the relay will toggle between closed
and open (0 and 1), each time the key is pressed.
Test Watchdog
Verifies function of the Computer Operating Properly (watchdog) alarm
by introducing an anomaly in the computer logic which should activate
the alarm. If functioning properly, a system reset will occur and the
display will return to normal operating screen. If test fails, system will
shutdown and require an AC power off/on to reboot. Press ENTER to
begin test or CANCEL to quit.
Test Serial Port
Verifies the data flow to the RS-485 serial port. The serial port connector
must be removed from the port to run this test. If using the four-wire
serial communication mode, a feedback loop must be provided by connecting 2W+/4WTX+ to 4WRX+ and 2W-/4WTX- to 4WRX-. Press ENTER
to begin test or CANCEL to quit.
Test RAM
Verifies the operation of the computers random access memory. At
System Will Not Run - Remove Power Now prompt, turn off AC source.
Wait at least two minutes and turn on power. If RAM test is successful,
RAM Tested Good - Enter To Continue will be displayed. Press ENTER;
boot up information will be displayed for several seconds and then display will return to normal operation screen. Note that this test is run
every time the analyzer is rebooted.
Test Lamp
Useful for troubleshooting of the photometer cell, this test triggers lamp
at a user specified interval. At the New Value? prompt, enter any
number from 1 to 127; this sets the time between lamp flashes for the
test per the following equation:
Flash Lamp Interval = (Entered_Value + 1) (65 mseconds)
where: Entered_Value = any value from 0 to 127.
In this manner, the lamp flash interval can be set from 65 mseconds when
Entered_Value = 0 to 8.32 seconds when Entered_Value = 127.
Removal and Replacement of Major System Components

Controller
!
CAUTION
You must take precautions against ESD (electrostatic discharge) damage

while performing the following operations. Precautions would include
the use of a wrist strap and a grounded work surface, as well as storage
of electronic assemblies in anti-static packaging.
Removal of the controller

Put the analyzer into Flush/Zero mode (press the Flush/Zero key on the
analyzer keypad), wait 20 to 30 seconds, then close the main sample valve and
sample return valve in the cell oven enclosure. CAUTION: Valve handles
will be hot; wear suitable protection on your hands. Switch off the main
AC power to the analyzer. The controller and wiring module are installed
in the electronics enclosure as a single subassembly. The wiring module is
the PC assembly to which most of the wiring connections are made, just
below the controller. To remove, first disconnect all leads from the wiring
module. This may be conveniently done by simply unplugging each of the
green terminal modules from the board; it is not necessary to remove each
lead from its terminal module. Also remove the ribbon cable connecting
the wiring module to the photometer PC assembly and any grounding wire
connections.
The controller/wiring module unit sits on sheet metal brackets on each side
of the electronics enclosure. A single screw on each side retains it in position.
Removal of these screws allows the entire subassembly to be withdrawn
straight out of the enclosure. It may be necessary to cut some cable ties and
move some of the wiring aside to allow the wiring module to clear as it is
withdrawn.
Photometer Assembly
!
CAUTION
You must take precautions against ESD (electrostatic discharge) damage

while performing the following operations. Precautions would include
the use of a wrist strap and a grounded work surface, as well as storage
of electronic assemblies in anti-static packaging.
Removal of the Photometer Printed Circuit Assembly
!
NOTE
Whenever performing any procedure in the photometer (detector) enclosure, set the enclosures temperature setpoint (EETempSet) to 0C
while enclosure door is open. Be sure to change it back to 40C when
finished.
AC power to the analyzer. Inside the photometer enclosure, disconnect the
ribbon cable connector from the photometer PC board. Be careful not to
disturb the settings of any of the trim potentiometers on the PC assembly.
Also disconnect the two wires at the left end of the board. Remove the screws
holding the PC board to its bracket. For re-installation, be aware that these
three screws form a triangular pattern which keys the proper position of
the filter holder with respect to the photometer block and the PC assembly.
Remove the PC assembly and store it in an anti-static bag. Installation is
the reverse of removal.
Removal of the Source (Lamp) Assembly

The source assembly is the stainless steel ring at the left-most end of the
optical tube inside the electronics enclosure. On the surface of the assembly
facing you, you will see a hex head set screw. Back out the set screw, then
unplug the trigger module by pulling it straight out to the left. Ther trigger
module is the smaller metal cylinder with a thick cable attached to it sticking
out of the left end. The trigger module unplugs from the pins on the back
of the lamp within the source barrel, so it may be necessary to rock it back
and forth gently as you pull out the module. After you have unplugged
the trigger module, loosen the thumb screws on the top and bottom of the
optical tube near the left end. You can now pull the source assembly out of
the optical tube and lay it on a clean surface where you can work on it.
When installing a lamp into the source assembly,not the orientation of the
trigger module socket. The trigger module is not easliy rotated due to its
large cable. You must orient the lamp in the source assembly so that it is
easily connected to the trigger module.
Reinstallation of the source assembly is the reverse of the removal procedure.
Removal of the Lamp Power Supply/Trigger Module Assembly

Remove the source (lamp) assembly using the procedure described elsewhere in part VI.. Disconnect the 9-pin D connector from the end of the
lamp power supply; also remove the two wires from the large capacitor at
the bottom of the enclosure (under a protective metal cover). CAUTION:
Ground the capacitor terminals before touching them with bare hands
to dissipate any charge that may remain. Remove the lamp power supply module from the back surface inside the enclosure. Installation is the
reverse of removal.
Sample Cell Assembly

Removal of the Sample Cell Assembly
AC power to the analyzer. Before starting this procedure, make sure that
the main sample valve and the sample return valve, inside the cell oven, are
both in the OFF position.
In performing the following operations, handle the two RTD probes carefully. These are 1/8 inch diameter stainless steel probes, one inserted into
the top of the demister, and one fastened to the sample cell body. These
probes may be damaged by repeated bending or attempting to make short
radius bends.
Loosen the thumb screws that secure the module to the light tube. Loosen
the two fittings and remove the cell.
Replacement of the Cell Windows

Unscrew the cell end fittings. DO NOT FORCE! If the end fittings will not
come off easily, use a penetrationg lubricant on the threads and work fitting
back and forth until it is all the way out. Replace or clean the window and
re-install using new O-rings and Teflon gaskets. See page 7-7 for correct
placement of each part. Reassemble the cell, screwing the end fittings on
until they bottom out. Pressurize the cell assembly with air to about 50 psig
and check for leaks with a soap solution.
Cell Oven Heater

Removal of the Cell Oven Heater Assembly
analyzer keypad), wait 20 to 30 seconds, then close the main sample valve
and sample return valve in the cell oven enclosure. CAUTION: Valve
handles will be hot; wear suitable protection on your hands. Switch off
the main AC power to the analyzer. Remove the sheet metal shroud from
the area under the electronics enclosure. Remove the cover from the heater
assembly (requires a hex key). Disconnect the lead wires from the terminals
inside the heater housing. Loosen the cable gland at the cable entrance to the
heater housing, then slide the grommet out of the gland. Pull the cable out
until it is free of the heater housing. Disconnect the thermocouple from the
temperature controller inside the electronic enclosure. Break the RTV seal
covering the thermocouple. Remove the thermocouple from the electronic
enclosure by pulling it from the oven enclosure.
Remove the six nuts securing the heater to the side of the cell oven enclosure.
Lift the heater slightly and carefully pull it out through the opening in the
enclosure. The heater must be well supported as it is withdrawn, to enable
its fins to clear the enclosure opening.
Excessive Zero Error and Low Ref Light Level

1.
Record the Photo Offset and Photo Span values for each of the 4 photometer channels. (See System Variables under the Level 3 Configure
Menu).
2.
Put the analyzer into Flush mode: Press Flush/Zero key, select Zero,
then press Enter. Quickly press Config/Test key, enter access code
2222 & press Enter; scroll down to Start/Stop Timer and press Enter. Display should read Timer is now OFF.
3.
Access System Tests Menu under service level Configure Menu. Within
System Tests Menu, scroll down to Test Analog Inputs and press
Enter. Press Enter again to start test. You will see one number on
the top line of the display; you may ignore it. On second and third lines
of the display are counts per the following format:
First Line:
XXXXX.X (Ignore it)
Second Line: XXXXX.X (Chan. 1)
XXXXX.X (Chan. 2)
Third Line: XXXXX.X (Chan. 3) XXXXX.X (Chan. 4)

The values for Chan. 1 through Chan. 4 are ADC counts. With air flowing in the sample system, these numbers are an indication of total light
levels available to the analyzer. Ideally, they should be somewhere in
the area of -26000 to
-28000 counts; any values more positive than -20000 are cause for concern.
These are the values stored by the analyzer as Photo Offsets, whenever
a Flush/Zero is performed. The low alarm limit for the Photo Offset is
-14000 for each of the four photometer channels.
4.
Another error message that may be encountered is LOW REF LIGHT

LEVEL. When the light level available for the measurement with air
in the sample cell is further reduced by light absorbance due to sample
gas, the available light may fall below the level necessary for accurate
analysis. The limit for reference light level is
-2000 counts. Thus, if Photo Offsets are near their alarm limit (-14000
counts), and concentration of sample gases is high (thus causing greater
light absorbance), light levels could go beyond the -2000 limit.
5.
Check to make sure the cell windows are clean. This is done by using
two small mirrors, placed at an angle immediately next to each end of
the cell. If necessary, shine a small light onto one of the mirrors and observe the mirror at the other end. This should allow you to sight down
through the cell. If liquid sulfur is on the windows as a film, it may be
difficult to see.
Another way to test the cleanliness of the cell is to close the main sample
valve and sample return valve inside the cell oven, remove the cell and
operate the analyzer without the cell. If the analyzer operates normally
with the cell removed, the problem is definitely dirty cell windows. If
normal light levels are not restored with the cell out, continue with the
remainder of this procedure.
If the cell windows are not clean, you must remove the sample cell,
unscrew the cell end caps, and remove the windows for cleaning. The
cell assembly is more easily removed if you first remove the front-most
tube at the right front of the cell oven, and also the coil attached to the
aspirator, then disconnect the cell from the rest of the sample system
tubing.
6.
If the windows are found to be fouled with sulfur, you should check the
following:
Make sure the demister temperature is being controlled at 129C.
Verify that sample flow rate is correct, as follows: turn off the aspirator air needle valve, check the cell pressure indicated on the analyzer
controller display, open the aspirator air valve until the cell pressure
has dropped by 0.10 psi.
Having sample flow set too high is detrimental to the operation of the
analyzer due to:
Decreased residence time of the sample in the demister. The demister

does not get a chance to remove sulfur from the sample efficiently.
Higher air flow through the aspirator can excessively cool the aspira
tor, possibly causing sulfur plugging at the suction port.
Also, inspect the other parts of the optical system.
A purge containment window at each end of the large tube running

through the cell oven can also be checked using the mirrors described
above.
Remove and inspect the optical filter array. First set the EETemp
(detector enclosure temperature setpoint) to 0C. (Constants Temp
Set Points in Level 3 Configure Menu). Open the detector enclosure and remove screws securing the PC board to its mountings.
Remove 3 screws securing the board and filter array to the optical
tube. Carefully remove the optical filter array (4 filters). Inspect the
filters for cleanliness. If you must clean them, use only high-quality
ethyl or methyl alcohol (methanol). Replace the filter array as it was
originally. The three screws securing the board and array to the
optical tube are in a triangular pattern that can only be installed in
the proper orientation.
If all of the optical components prove to be clean, proceed to adjustment
of the photometer board.
880-NSL Photometer Board Adjustment Procedure

Only perform the following after verifying cleanliness of all optical elements
in the analyzer, and that air is flowing through the sample cell. Also, the
temperature setpoint of the detector enclosure must be set to 0C.
1.
In the electronics enclosure, look in the optical tube in the area around the
cal filter. You should see a light flash about once every 2 seconds. If you
do not see it, you must check the lamp and its power supply system.
2.
After verifying that the lamp is flashing: with the analyzer still in Flush
mode (air flowing through sample cell), unplug the lamp trigger module
and close the door. NOTE: Please see page 6-16, Removal of the source
(Lamp) Assembly.
3.
In the detector enclosure at the right hand side of the analyzer, cover
the entire detector area of the PC board with a dark cloth (push cloth
in around the sides of the board in that area), then make the following
adjustments on the photometer PC board:
a. Connect the negative lead of a digital voltmeter to the analog common test point on the upper left corner of the board.
b. Connect the positive lead of the voltmeter to TP10, and adjust R10
until voltage is +3.80 volts +/- 0.1 volts.
c. Connect the positive lead of the voltmeter to TP12, and adjust R11
d. Connect the positive lead of the voltmeter to TP14, and adjust R12
e. Connect the positive lead of the voltmeter to TP16, and adjust R13
4.
Reconnect lamp trigger module. Make sure the lamp flashes at least
once every 2 seconds.
5.
Connect the negative lead of a digital voltmeter to the analog common

test point on the upper left corner of the board.
6.
Connect the positive lead of the voltmeter to TP2, and adjust R3 until
voltage is -4.25 volts +/- 0.05 volts.
7.
8.
9.
10. If the voltage cannot be set to -4.25 volts on any channel, determine the
channel with the least negative voltage. Adjust all remaining channels
to that same voltage.
!
NOTE
As the lamp ages, the light output will begin to decrease. When
this occurs it will not be possible to achieve a voltage of -4.25
Volts. If the minimum voltage is -3.25 volts or greater, the analyzer will continue to operate within the stated accuracy specified
for H2S and SO2. However, opererating at -3.25 VDC indicates
the light levels have dropped to an alarming point suggesting,
Service is Required.
11. Remove all test leads and the dark cloth around the detector area of the
photodiode board in the detector enclosure.
12. Close the detector enclosure door and reset the EETemp parameter (detector enclosure temperature setpoint) back to 40C.
13. Re-start the analyzer timer. (Press Config/Test, scroll down to Start/
Stop Timer, and press Enter. Display should read Timer is now
ON.
14. When the analyzer has come back to normal operation (bottom line of
the display reads Sample Cycle), press the Calib button, then press
Enter. The analyzer will perform a full calibration cycle.
15. When the calibration cycle has finished, again record Photo Offset and
Photo Span values as you did in para. 1. Photo Offsets should be values
more negative than -20000. (Values of -26000 to -28000 are ideal). Photo
Spans should be values around 0.90 to 1.10.
16. Normal aging of the lamp will result in a gradual decrease in its intensity
with time. This decrease may be quite sharp at first (e.g. offsets may fall
to 24000 after the first few months), but will be more gradual thereafter.
A lamp may still be used with offsets in the 15000 to 20000 area, however the system will be less tolerant of overrange H2S and, particularly,
SO2 concentrations. Such overrange concentrations may give Low
Ref Light Level alarms, causing a general system fault. Also see para.
4 above, for a related discussion.
17. If the Excessive Zero Error message is still present after putting the
analyzer through a complete calibration cycle, the lamp capacitor (large
capacitor near the floor of the electronics enclosure at the right-hand
side) should be replaced. If adequate light levels still cannot be achieved,
replace the lamp.
RAM Test Errors

1.
If you should find the analyzer hung-up in a nonfunctional condition

with RAM Test Failed Enter to Continue on the controller display,
something has probably caused random access memory (RAM) to accumulate erroneous data. This may have been caused by a power line
transient, due to a nearby thunderstorm, for example.
2.
If you simply press Enter, as suggested by the display, the analyzer

will continue booting up and will function normally. However, if power
is momentarily interrupted, the analyzer will again hang-up with the
same RAM Test Failed message on the display.
3.
To overcome this condition, after pressing Enter to restore normal operation, you must run the RAM Test, found in the System Tests Menu
(under the Level 3 Configure Menu).
4.
After selecting Test RAM and pressing Enter, you will see a message,
System Will Not Run Remove Power Now.
5.
At this point, switch off AC power to the analyzer, then back on again.
Now you should see a message RAM Tested Good Enter to Continue.
After pressing Enter, the analyzer will continue booting up and normal
operation will be restored.
6.
If after running the RAM Test, you continue to get a RAM Test Failed
message, check the RAM backup battery on the controllers CPU board.
Pull the battery lead wire connector off the board and check across the
lead wires with a DVM. Voltage should be greater than 3.5 volts DC.
Reinstall the connector onto the CPU board, making sure the red lead
is on the pin marked + on the board. Also, check fuse F1, on the CPU
board near the battery connector and make sure it is not blown.
7.
After getting a RAM Tested Good message and allowing the analyzer
to continue booting up, if AC power is momentarily interrupted the
analyzer will come back on line and operate normally, without hanging
up in the RAM Test failure condition.
Sample Flow Obstructions

1.
Put the analyzer into air backflush mode (press Flush/Zero key, select
ZERO and press Enter). Then stop the timer (press Config/Test, enter 2222 as Access Code, select Stop/Start Timer). Bottom line of the
display should read Timer is now OFF.)
2.
Close both the sample inlet valve (FV4, at the bottom of the demister)
and the sample return valve (FV5, at the bottom of the aspirator) in the
cell oven. Cell Pressure on the display should indicate 30.00 psia.
3.
Open the sample inlet valve. If the cell pressure does not decrease at all,
then there is a total blockage in either the demister or the sample probe.
If the analyzer is equipped with automatic steam blowback, it is also
possible that the sample cell isolation valve (FV7) is stuck in the closed
position. If the cell pressure decreases but not below 20 psia, then there
is a partial obstruction in either the demister or sample probe.
4.
Next, re-close the sample inlet valve and open the sample return valve. If
the cell pressure does not decrease below 30.00 psia, then there is a total
blockage in the sample return side of the system (most likely location is
at the suction port of the aspirator). If the cell pressure decreased, but
not below 20 psia, then there is a partial obstruction somewhere between
the sample cell and the point where sample returns to the process pipe
(downstream of the aspirator).
5.
If total blockage exists, the suspect components (probe/demister or the

aspirator) will probably have to be removed to isolate the source of the
problem. If obstruction is partial, in the demister or probe, and the
analyzer is equipped with automatic steam blowback, then open the
sample inlet valve and sample return valve, change the duration of timer
Period 10 to 3600 seconds and initiate a steam blowback cycle from the
keypad. Steam will blow back for one hour, possibly helping to clear
obstructions. Be sure to change Period 10 back to 0020 seconds duration
when finished.
Temperature Control Problems

Cell Oven Temperature
If the cell oven temperature falls below its set point by more than the amount set
in the Cell Dev parameter (typically 10C):
1.
First check analyzer system fuse F1. This is located at the rear-most end of the
power distribution strip on the left-hand inside of the electronics enclosure. If
the fuse is blown, replace it. If it is not blown, continue as indicated below.
2.
Check the set point on the small temperature controller located in the bottom
of the electronics enclosure (press the left most button and hold for 5 seconds to
see the set point displayed). After releasing the button, you should see the cell
oven heater surface temperature displayed on the small temperature controller. If the surface temperature is equal to or greater than the set point, the AC
power to the heater will be interrupted (by opening solid state relay K7). This
could be caused by hot air leaking out of the cell oven. Find the source of this
leak and correct it.
3.
After you have obtained a condition where the cell oven heater surface temperature is less than the set point of the small temperature controller, proceed
as follows:
4.
In the controller configuration, place a value of 8 into Line_1_Flag (Level 3

Configure Menu, under Display). This will cause the cell oven temperature
to be displayed on line #1 of the controller.
5.
Note whether there is an asterisk at the right hand end of the line displaying
the cell temperature. Whenever this asterisk appears, it means the controller
is calling for cell oven heat to be ON. If the cell temperature is lower than the
set point minus the Cell_Dev amount, the asterisk (and heater) should be on
constantly.
6.
On the left hand inside of the electronics enclosure, find solid state relay K1,
which controls the cell oven heater. Checking with an AC voltmeter on 0 - 250
volt range, you should see AC line voltage between the lower left hand terminal
of the relay and AC neutral. AC neutral can be picked up on any of terminals 1
thru 5 (blue wires attached) on the power distribution strip just below the solid
state relays.
7.
If you do not have AC line voltage on the lower left terminal of the relay, make
the same test on the lower right terminal. If line voltage is not present there,
check for a wiring fault between that terminal back to fuse F1 and then back to
the AC mains supply. If line voltage IS present on the lower right terminal of
K1, proceed as indicated below.
Cell Oven Heater Oven temperature Control
Figure 6-1.
Cell Oven Temperature
8.
Check to see if you have a +15 V DC control signal across the top two
terminals of solid state relay K1. If the control signal is present, replace
the solid state relay K1. If it is not present, proceed as indicated below.
9.
Make sure you have a hard copy of the analyzers configuration data.
This should have been received as two sheets inserted in the analyzer
operating manual. If you do not have these configuration sheets, contact
our factory and we can fax them to you (as the configuration existed
when the analyzer left our plant).
10. In the analyzers controller, find each item shown on the configuration
sheets and verify that what is on the sheet is the actual value in the
controller. Record any variations on the configuration sheets.
11. Next, go to the item called Default Memory in the analyzers Level
3 Configure Menu and press Enter to select it. Then, press Enter
again to load Default Memory from the EPROM on the CPU board into
battery-backed RAM.
This will load a default configuration into the controller. For example,
all Cal. Filter values will be set to 0.700 instead of their actual absorbance
values; the two polynomials under Poly Coefficients will have their
first coefficient set to 99.0 and all others set to 0.0000. (This will cause
SO2 and H2S values reported by the analyzer to always read 99.0% thus
serving as a warning flag, telling you that the analyzer is not operating
with its correct polynomial coefficients).
12. Now, using the configuration sheets, re-enter the Cal Filter values and
Polynomial Coefficients back into the controller configuration. Also,
re-enter any other parameters that you recorded as changed from the
original value on the config. sheets. Note that you MUST re-enter all
parameters, especially polynomial coefficients, EXACTLY as shown on
the config. sheets (including negative signs, where applicable), otherwise
analyzer accuracy may be seriously affected.
You should now find that the cell oven will start heating again. When it
gets up to its set point, normal analyzer operation should be restored.
Demister Temperature
The same general troubleshooting procedure used for cell oven temperature
also applies to demister temperature. You should be aware of the following
points, however: the demister receives its heat only from the cell oven. It is
cooled to a temperature below the cell oven set point by directing air flow
through a cooling jacket around the demister. Cooled gas flowing through
the demister passes by an RTD temperature sensor probe which serves as

the primary sensing element for the temperature control system. Thus, demister temperature control is reverse acting. The asterisk on the display line
with Demister Temperature indicates that the controller is calling for heat,
which in this case means the absence of cooling. Therefore, the demister
solenoid valve is OFF under this condition. When the asterisk is not present, it means the controller is calling for demister cooling, thus the demister
solenoid valve is ON.
Demister temperature is easiest to control when there is either no flow
through it or when sample gas is flowing through it. If flush (blowback)
air is flowing through it, this air is preheated by a coil in the cell oven and
it will be more difficult for the demister to cool it down to the demister set
point temperature.
Also, bear in mind that the demister temperature control system is faster
responding and is thus more easily upset than cell oven temperature.
Detector Box Temperature (EETemperature)

The detector box is normally maintained at 40C, by a heater and thermistor
temperature sensor inside it. If the temperature is consistently below this set
point, first verify the 40C set point in the controller (EETmpSet). If it is OK,
then check the thermal fuse inserted into one of the heater leads inside the
box. This is a one-time fuse that opens when its temperature exceeds 70C.
Once it has opened, it can not be reset; it must be replaced by butt-splicing
a new one into the lead wire. In view of this fact, it is important that the
set point for this enclosure be adjusted down to 0C whenever its door is
opened for servicing. If this is not done, the heater will remain fully ON
during servicing. When the door is later closed, until temperature comes
back into control the internal temperature in the enclosure can briefly exceed
70C thus blowing the thermal fuse. Of course, you should make sure to
put the set point back to 40C after closing the door.
Photometer PC Board
880020901
PHOTODIODES
#1
*
TEST POINT
TPXX
LED
*
DX
#4
#3
#2
TP26
GND
P2
TP23
TP22
TP21
TP25
TP24
TP20
D2
D3
D4
GND
TP19
TP18
OFFSET POTS
LOG-ADJUST POTS
GND
P1
TP17
R3
R5
TP2
1
D1
2
TP1
R9
R7
3
TP3
4
TP5
R11
R10
TP10
TP8
TP6
TP4
1
TP7
R12
TP9
R13
TP14
TP12
3
TP11
TP16
4
TP13
TP15
Connections:
P1 =
P2 =
Wire connection to Lamp Power Supply, Trigger Signal. Pin1(+5V) Pin2(-Signal)

Ribbon Cable Connection to 880-NSL Controller. Analog, Digital, and Power
signals.
D1 =
D2 =
D3 =
D4 =
Lights on a Lamp Flash Signal

Lights when +5 Volts is applied from the Controller (Always ON)
Lights when +15 Volts is applied from the Controller (Always ON)
Lights when -15 Volts is applied from the Controller (Always ON, if OFF check
250mA fuse, F13, in the wiring module PC Board)
LEDs:
Potentiometers:
R3 =
R5 =
R7 =
R9 =
Offset Adjustment for Photodiode #1

R10 =
R11 =
R12 =
R13 =
Log-Amp Current Adjustment for Photodiode #1

Test Points:
TP1 =
TP2 =
TP3 =
TP4 =
TP5 =
TP6 =
TP7 =
TP8 =
TP9 =
Photodiode Signal #1, after Offset Amp and before Track/Hold

Photodiode Signal #1, output signal to Controller
Photodiode Signal #1, Raw Photodiode Voltage and before Log-Amp
TP10 =
TP11 =
TP12 =
TP13 =
TP14 =
TP15 =
TP16 =
Photodiode Signal #1, after Log-Amp and before Offset-Amp

TP17 =
TP18 =
TP19 =
TP20 =
TP21 =
TP22 =
TP23 =
TP24 =
TP25 =
TP26 =
0.0 Volt Power

-5 Volts Power (regulated from -15V)
+5 Volts Power (regulated from +15V)
0.0 Volt Power
+5 Volt Power from the Controller
+15 Volt Power from the Controller
-15 Volt Power from the Controller
Go Signal from Controller (starts the lamp flash)
Hold Signal for Track and Hold
0.0 Volt Power
Wiring Module PC Board

880024901
P/N 880 024
REV.
S/N
TB13
TB3
TB2
TB12
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 2 3 4 5
TB7
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5
Z8
Z16
J2 (FAR SIDE)
TB5
J1 (FAR SIDE)
TB9
Z3 Z4
TB14
Z5
Z6
Z7 Z15
1 2
R2
R1
F13
J4
TB4
15V GND
1 2 3 4 5 6
250mA
15V GND
-15V
1A
RV10
1A
RV9
+15V
1 F12
1A
1A
RV12
1 F10
1A
RV11
1 F9
1 F8
1 F7
F6
1
RV6
1A
RV5
1A
RV8
1A
1A
1 F5
1 F4
1 F3
RV7
1 F11
TB8
ROUT 12-
RV2
1A
RV1
1A
1 F2
F1
1A
RV4
Z2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
RV3
TB10
Z1
ROUT 12+
ROUT 11-
ROUT 11+
ROUT 10-
ROUT 10+
ROUT 9-
ROUT 9+
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
5V GND
5V GND
+5V
K9
Z9 K10
AC LINE
AC NEUT
Z17 Z10 Z11 Z12 Z13 Z14

K11
K12
K5
K6
K7
K8
K1
K2
K3
D13
1 2
1
J3 D1
D14
AMETEK
D2
D3 D4
D5
D6
D7
D8
J5
K4
TB1
CHASSIS GND
+5V
D9 D10 D11 D12
Made in USA
I.S. EN ISO 9001: 1994 (M1429)
WIRING MODULE PC BOARD

880 024 901
Refer to the schematic for all wiring to this Wiring Module PC Board.
NOTE
Fuses:
F5 =
F9 =
F10 =
F12 =
F13 =
Relays:
K1 =
K2 =
K4 =
K5 =
1A fuse, A.205 223 019, for K5

1A fuse , A.205 223 019, for K1
1A fuse, A.205 223 019, for K2
1A fuse, A.205 223 019, for K4
250mA fuse, A.205 223 011, for +15Volts power to Photometer PC Board
Relay Contact (TB10-1 and TB10-2) for Calibration Filter Solenoid

Relay Contact (TB10-3 and TB10-4) for Steam Blow Back - Not used
Relay Contact (TB10-7 and TB10-8) for Steam Valve relay (K5) - Not used
Relay Contact (TB9-1 and TB9-2) spare
TB1
TB1-1 Power cord connection (AC Neutral).
TB1-2 Power cord connection (AC Line).
TB2
TB2-1
TB2-2
TB2-3
Signal
TB2-4
TB2-5 and TB2-6
Not used
Electronics Enclosure Thermistor PCB 0Volts
Electronics Enclosure Thermistor PCB Output
Not used
RTD Demister Analog Input
TB3
TB3-1 and TB3-2
TB3-3 and TB3-4
TB3-5 and TB3-6
TB3-7(15V) and TB3-8(sig)
Enclosure PCB +15V
TB3-9 and TB3-10
RTD Cell Oven Temp Input

Not used
Not used
(0.5 - 2.5 w/125-ohm) Pressure Input, Electronics
TB4-1and -TB5-4
TB4-2
TB4-3
TB4-4
TB4-5 and TB4-6
Data Valid Relay Output

Not used
Not used
Not used
System Alarm
TB5-1
TB5-2
TB5-3
TB5-5
TB5-6
TB5-7(sig) and -TB5-8(0V)
Range ID Output1
Range ID Output2
Common for Range ID
Not used
Not used
Cell Oven Heater (On = Heat) Signal (K1)
+TB7-1 and -TB7-2

+TB7-3 and -TB7-4
+TB7-5 and -TB7-6
+TB7-7 and -TB7-8
4-20mA SO2 Concentration Output

4-20mA H2S Concentration Output
4-20mA Excess -H2S Output
4-20 Output Ratio Signal
Not used
TB4
TB5
TB7
TB9
Not Used
TB10
TB10-1 and TB10-2
TB10-3 and TB10-4
TB10-5
TB10-6
TB10-7 and TB10-8
Calibration Filter Control Signal

K6
Not used
+15V DC source
Steam Blowback Relay Contact (Optional) - Not
used
TB12
TB12-1
TB12-2
TB12-3
TB12-4
TB12-5
RS 485 Port Transmit +

RS 485 Port Transmit RS 485 Port Receive +
RS 485 Port Receive Not used
TB13-1 and TB13-5

TB13-2 and TB13-5
TB13-3 and TB13-5
TB13-4
Sample Valve Signal. (K2)

Demister Cooling Signal (K3)).
Electronics Enclosure Heater Control (K4).
Not used
TB14-1
TB14-2
Input Start Calibration +

Input Start Calibration -
TB13
TB14
J5 (connector)
+J5-1
J5-2, J5-4, J5-6, J5-8, J5-10
+J5-3
+J5-5
+J5-7
J5-9
J5-11
J5-12
J5-13 and J5-15
J5-14
J5-16
J5-17
J5-18
J5-19
J5-20
SO2 Measurement from Photometer Input

15V Ground
H2S Measurement from Photometer Input
Photometer Input
Reference Photo Input
Digital Common
Not used
Lamp flash signal
+5V
Photometer Ready
Not used
+15V
Not used
-15V
Not used
CPU/Display PC Board
880115901
NOT JUMPERED
JUMPERED
NOTCH
JP7
2
3
4
5
U5
ON
1
2
3
4
JP6
SW1
BATTERY
123
JP4
25352 JE
F1
JP5
BLACK WIRE
THIS SIDE
BT1
JP2
JP1
JP3
Jumpers:
JP1 =
JP2 =
JP3 =
JP4 =
JP5 =
JP6 =
JP7 =
CPU/DISPLAY PC BOARD
880 115 901
Display test jumper

Unused function. Jumper must be installed.
External watchdog enabled jumper
A/D converter mode select
Calibration jumper for A/D select
Calibration channel select for the A/D converter
Analog input range jumper. Range is -5 to 5 volts DC on analog inputs
Refer to the drawing for each of the jumpers default configurations. Their positions
should correspond exactly.
!
CAUTION
Never change the position of the jumpers without notifying AMETEK.

Such action may result in malfunctions.
Fuse:
F1 =
Fuse 50mA, 205 223 006
Dip Switch:
SW1 = Serial communication load settings, see Appendix C - Serial Communications for proper settings for hooking up more than one 880-NSL Analyzer.
The Dip Switches used in the CPU are installed according to the drawing
with all pins in the ON (UP) position.
PROMS:
U5 = The PROM with all the controllers software pre-programmed into it
BT1 = Plug for Battery Connection
Expansion PC Board
80449SE
JP10
1
JP11
110
90
80
70
40
60
30
20
JP3
JP9
Q4
JP7
Q3
JP6
U3
U27
T1
Q2
U2
JP8
JP1
RN1
JP2
Q1
JP5
JP4
U1
FRONT
LEDs
EXPANSION PC BOARD
LED
LED1
LED2
LED3
LED4
Data Valid Signal, ON = 4-20 mA outputs tracking sample gas in period 4.

Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Jumpers:
JP1 = Unused function. Jumper must be installed.
JP2 = Unused function. Jumper must be installed.
JP3 = ROM segment select. It is not in use.
JP4 = Mode select for the A/D converter.
JP5 = Calibration jumper for the A/D converter.
JP6 = Mode select for the A/D converter.
JP7 = Calibration jumper for the A/D converter.
JP8 = Calibration channel select for the A/D converter.
JP9 = Calibration channel select for the A/D converter.
JP10 =Common reference to the A/D converter -Not used.
JP11 =Common reference to the A/D converter - Not used.
Refer to the drawing for each of the jumpers default configuration. Their positions
should correspond exactly.
!
CAUTION
Never change the position of the jumpers without notifying AMETEK.

Such action may result in malfunctions.
Relay PC Board
80436SE
LEDs:
LED1 = Calibration
When the light is ON, the calibration filter is in the light path. When OFF, the filter
is out of the light path.
LED2 = Cell Isolation Valve
When the light is ON, the valve is engerized (CLOSED). When OFF, the valve is
de-engerized (OPEN).
LED3 = Not Used
LED4 = Steam Blowback
When the light is ON, the valve is engerized (OPEN). When OFF, the valve is
de-engerized (CLOSED).
LED5 = Sample Valve
When the light is ON, the valve is engerized (Sample mode). When OFF, the
valve is de-engerized (Flush mode)
LED6 = Demister Temperature Control
When the light is ON, the valve is energized (OPEN). When OFF, the valve is
de-energized (CLOSED).
LED7 = Electronic Enclosure Temperature Control
When the light is ON, heater is energized (OPEN). When OFF, the heater is deenergized (OFF).
LED8 = Go Signal
When the light turns ON, the lamp flashes.
LED9 through LED12 are not used, and may be ON or OFF.
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These parts allow each customer to properly maintain hands-on training. A diploma will be presented upon
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PARTS AND SERVICE
Parts
This section shows the replacement parts available for the 880-NSL Analyzer.
Please contact your local AMETEK Sales office for pricing and ordering information. A list of worldwide sales offices is on page iv.
Table IV: Model 880-NSL Replacement Parts

Model 880-NSL Recommended Spare Parts List:
Part Description
AMETEK Part No.
Quartz Window
Window Gasket
Viton O-Ring Window Seal
Filter Assembly
Xenon Lamp
Lamp P/S + Trigger Assy
Demister Pad, Metal
Demister Pad, Teflon
Solid State Relay
Fuse, 5A (F1)
Fuse, 2A (F2)
Fuse, 2A (F3)
Fuse, Micro, 1A
Fuse, Micro, 250mA
CAL 3200 Temperature Controller
Sample Inlet Ball Valve FV4
Sample Return Plug Valve FV5
200 887 001

880 042 001
202 813 026
880 033 901
200 880 001
880 118 901
880 063 001
880 136 901
265 972 001
269 439 023
269 439 019
269 439 019
205 223 019
205 223 011
269 323 011
271446001
200896001
Parts and Service | 7-1
Other Spares
Demister Assembly
Cell RTD Probe
Demister RTD Probe
Cell Oven Heater with TC,110V
Cell Oven Heater with TC, 230V
Aspirator
Pressure Transmitter
2-Way Solenoid Valve, 120V
3-Way Solenoid Valve, 120V (Steam B/B)
3-Way Solenoid Valve, 240V (Steam B/B)
Keypad
CPU/Display Module
Programmed EPROM
Controller Power Supply Assembly
Photodiode PC Assembly
15V DC Power Supply (120 VAC)
15V DC Power Supply (240 VAC)
Sample Cell Assembly - Complete
CPU PC Assembly (less EPROM)
Relay PC Assembly
Expansion PC Assembly
880 019 902

880 041 001
880 041 002
407 464 903
407 467 904
407 300 902
280 465 003
880 108 912S
880 108 914S
880 108 913S
880 108 915S
880 108 916S
880 108 917S
880 061 001
880 115 901S
880 060 901S
880 114 901S
880 020 901
880 107 901S
880 107 902S
880 312 902
804 400 901
80436SE
80449SE
Model 880-NSL Spare Parts Not-Shown on the following Drawings:

Optional Components (purchased separately) Part Number
2-inch Steam Jacketed Ball Valve
ANSI To DIN Flange Adaptor
Analyzer Mounting Brace Kit
203 176 001

462 123 901
880 088 901
Analyzer Level Components

Barrier, Intrinsically Safe, 24V 50MA
AMETALK Software Kit
Converter RS232-RS485
- 120V Power Supply for Converter
- Universal Power Supply for Converter
200 847 001

880 048 901
265 858 005
265 858 007
269 128 002
880-NSL Instrument Manual

- Customer Installation Drawings (Standard)
- Laminated MENU Map
880 094 901

880 093 001
880 095 001
880-NSL
ABSOLUTE PRESSURE
TRANSMITTER (PT1)
280465001
3-W AY SOLENOID VALVE

(SV1, SAMPLE)
120V-880108913
240V-880108915
PRESSURE GAUGE
0-400kPa
203194001
PRESSURE REGULATOR
203188003
KEYPAD
880061001
KEYPAD GASKET
880318901
CABLE, KEYPAD
TO CONTROLLER
200878001
2-WAY SOLENOID VALVE

(SV2, DEMISTER)
120V-880108912
240V-880108914
LAMP POWER-SUPPLY AND

TRIGGER ASSEMBLY
880118901
Electrical Enclosure
DIFFERENTIAL PURGE
PRESSURE SWITCH (SW1)
269976016
PURGE VENT
401134901
SIGNAL
JUNCTION BOX
880047901
CAL 3200
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER
269323011
POWER
JUNCTION BOX
880104901
RUBBER BOOT
200867001
LAMP CAPACITOR
200879001
Oven Enclosure
DEMISTER RTD (RTD2)
SST DEMISTER PAD
DEMISTER ASSEMBLY
TEFLON DEMISTER PAD

880136901
CROSS STOPPER
880129001
ASPIRATOR
CELL RTD (RTD1)
HEATER (HTR1)
500W, 110V-407464903
500W, 230V-407467904
SAMPLE RETURN VALVE (FV5)

200896001
THERMOCOUPLE
SAMPLE INLET VALVE (FV4)
TEFLON COMPRESSION SEAL

200859002
Valve Assembly
PRESSURE GAUGE, 0-5mbar

203195002
NEEDLE VALVES (FV1 & FV2)

200892001
PRESSURE GAUGE, 0-200KpA

251744000
BALL VALVE (FV3)

200893001
Optical-Alignment Tube Assembly

A
FILTERARM
880303001
ROTARY SOLENOID
200884001
CALIBRATION FILTER
200095002S
FILTER
880103001
CELL BODY WITH TUBES
880324901
O-RING
880271001
LAMP
200880001
VITON O-RING
202813026 (4 PLACES)
LENS RETAINING RING

200555001
880267001
CELL NUT
880311001 (2 PLACES)
TRIGGERMODULE CLAMP
880301001
WINDOW
200887001
(4 PLACES)
SOURCE BARREL
880300001
SEE DETAIL LENS ASSY
880260001
THUMB SCREW
(4 PLACES)
SEE NOTE 1
LENS
257846001
TEFLON GASKET
880042001
(4 PLACES)
"B"
SECTION A-A
"A"
202815300
880265001
271740001
200887001
202813026
271739001
880264001
880263001
880259901
DETAIL LENS ASSY

TYPICAL 2 PLACES MARKED
"A" AND "B"
!
NOTE
The cell body contains counter bores on the top and bottom wrenching flat
surfaces. When the cell assembly is properly installed, the thumbscrews
must be engaged in these counter bores. Failure to do so may result in
serious measurement errors.
Controller
CPU / DISPLAY PCB

880115901S
CONTROLLER POWER SUPPLY

880114901S
RELAY PCB (12 LED'S)

80436SE
EXPANSION PCB (4 LED'S)
80449SE
DIODE 1N4001
204595028
SEE SCHEMATIC
TO INSTALL
FUSE, MICRO, 1/4A, 125V

205223011
WIRING MODULE PCB

880024901
FUSE, MICRO, 1A, 125V

4 PLACES
205223019
FRONT VIEW
50-COND RIBBON CABLE

880340901
BACKPLANE PCB
880112901S
34-COND RIBBON CABLE

880341901
3-COND POWER CABLE

880111901S
BACK VIEW
CPU/Display PC Board
NOT JUMPERED
JUMPERED
NOTCH
U5
2
3
4
5
JP7
880 060 901

VERS X.XX
CPU U5
JP6
ON
1
2
3
4
SW1
BA TTERY
25352 JE
PROM IC
880 060 901S
BA TTERY
123
JP4
F1
JP5
FUSE, 50mA
205 223 006
BLACK WIRE
THIS SIDE
JP2
JP1
JP3
CPU/DISPLAY PC BOARD
880115901
Relays, Terminal Block (TB15), and

+15V Power Supply Assembly
SOLID ST
ATE RELA
265972001
(6 PLACES)
OPTIONAL
OPTIONAL
5A FUSE (F1)
269439024
2A FUSE (F2)
269439019
2A FUSE (F3)
269439019
+15V POWER SUPPLY
880107901S 120 VAC
880107902S 240 VAC
Detector Enclosure
OPTICAL FILTER ASSY

880033901
SEE DETAIL A
PHOTODIODE PCB
880020901
HEATER (HTR2)
120V - 269168003
240V - 269168004
THERMISTOR PCB
880122901
ONE-SHOT THERMAL CUT OUT

270059001
FILTR HOLDER
880033001
LIGHT
FILTER #4 400nm
200886004
FILTER #1 232nm
200886001
FILTER RETAINER
880036001
(4 PLACES)
PHOTO DIODE BOARD
FILTER #3 254nm
200886003
FILTER #2 280nm
200886002
DETAIL -A
Steam BLowback Parts
SOLENOID VALVE (SV6)

120V-880108916S
240V-880108917S
ELECTRONICS
ENCLOSURE
SOLENOID VALVE (SV7)

120V-880108916
240V-880108917
A R P
OVEN
BALL VALVE (FV6)
(WITH AIR ACTUATOR)
200852001
BALL VALVE (FV7)
(WITH AIR ACTUATOR)
200852002
CONTROLLER SIGNAL PROCESSING
System Zero Offset Calculations

The 880-NSL controller measures absorbance on each photometer channel
using the four photometer voltage inputs; these voltage inputs are spanned
to be equal to 2.0 Volts per Absorbance (V/Abs). Before a true absorbance
reading can be made, the zero absorbance point must be measured and
saved in order to correctly measure the relative absorbance of the components (H2S and SO2). An accurate zero absorbance measurement must be
done before any component measurements can be taken. The voltage signals are converted to number counts by an Analog-to-Digital Converter
(ADC) as follows:
Photometer Voltage
(Volts)
-5.0 (minimum)
-4.0
-2.0
0.0
2.0
4.0
5.0 (maximum)
Analog-to-Digital Output
(Counts)
-32767
-26214
-13107
0
13107
+26214
+32767
With zero gas flowing through the cell, the controller measures each photometer channel and stores that value as the photometer offset as follows:
Offset___1 = ADC_1_Value
where:
ADC_X_Value is the ADC count of each photodiode X
The ADC_X_Value may be an averaged value of several ADC readings if the

Noise factor is not 1.0. Refer to page Noise Smoothing Factor (below) for
more information on the affects of the noise smoothing factors.
Controller Signal Processing | A-1
Noise Smoothing Factor

The photometer inputs (ADC_X_Value) and/or the pressure transmitter and
cell and demister RTD inputs to the controller can be smoothed to eliminate
noise spikes that may occur in low absorbance applications. The system value
Photo_Noise is the coefficient used to smooth all photometer channels and
the coefficient Analg_Noise is used to smooth the pressure transmitter and
cell and demister temperature RTD inputs to the controller. Noise smoothing
is accomplished using the Infinite Impulse Response Filter formula:
ADC_X_ValueX = [ADC_X_ValueX-1 (1 + Photo_Noise)] + (ADC_X_ValueREAD) (Photo_
Noise)
Where:
Photo_Noise is the smoothing factor, between 0.10 and 1.00. If the

Photo_Noise factor is 1.00, then there is no noise smoothing
ADC_X_ValueREAD is the ADC count actually read on this calculation

cycle. X indicates which photodiode is being measured, 1, 2, 3, or 4.
ADC_X_ValueX is the ADC count to be used in other calculations and

stored for the next Calculation cycle. X indicates which photodiode
is being measured, 1, 2, 3, or 4.
ADC_X_ValueX-1 is the ADC count stored from the last calculation cycle.
X indicates which stored photodiode ADC value is being retrieved, 1,
2, 3, or 4.
Whenever the Photo_Noise or Analg_Noise factor is less than 1.00, the present ADC reading is weighted against the previously calculated reading. The
following table shows examples of the response time and smoothing effects
that the noise factor can have.
A-2 | Western Research Model 880-NSL
Noise Smoothing
Factor->
0.9
Reading
Number
ADC
Reading
Calculated
Reading
Calculated
Reading
Calculated
Reading
Calculated
Reading
Calculated
Reading
0.0000
0.0000
0.0000
0.0000
0.0000
0.9000
0.7000
0.5000
0.3000
0.1000
0.9900
0.9100
0.7500
0.5100
0.1900
0.9990
0.9730
.08750
0.6570
0.2710
0.9999
0.9919
0.9375
0.7599
0.3439
1.0000
0.9976
0.9688
0.8319
0.4095
1.0000
0.9993
0.9844
0.8823
0.4686
1.0000
0.9998
0.9922
0.9176
0.5217
1.0000
0.9999
0.9961
0.9423
0.5695
10
1.0000
1.0000
0.9981
0.9596
0.6126
11
1.0000
1.0000
0.9991
0.9717
0.6513
12
1.0000
1.0000
0.9996
0.9802
0.6862
13
1.0000
1.0000
0.9998
0.9861
0.7176
14
1.0000
1.0000
0.9999
0.9903
0.7458
15
1.0000
1.0000
1.0000
0.9932
0.7712
16
1.0000
1.0000
1.0000
0.9952
0.7941
17
1.0000
1.0000
1.0000
0.9966
0.8147
18
1.0000
1.0000
1.0000
0.9976
0.8332
19
1.0000
1.0000
1.0000
0.9983
0.8499
20
1.0000
1.0000
1.0000
0.9988
0.8649
0.7
0.5
0.3
0.1
H2S and SO2 Calculations

The measurements of H2S and SO2 are basically made from 4 analog input
channels from the photometer. These voltage inputs are spanned to be equal
to 2.0 Volts per Absorbance and are measured by the Controller through an
Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) which converts the voltages to a number
count that the Controllers computer can manipulate.
Photometer Voltage
(Volts)
-5.0 (minimum)
-4.0
-2.0
0.0
2.0
4.0
5.0 (maximum)
Analog-to-Digital
(Count Value)
-32767
-26214
-13107
0
13107
+26214
+32767
Light
Level
Absorbance
Highest
Lowest
Lowest
Highest
The Analog-to-Digital Converter value is used to calculate the Raw-Absorbance and finally the differential Absorbance values as shown below:
ABS_ARAW = ( Span_1 * ( ADC_1_Value Offset_1)) / AD_Cnt/Abs
ABS_BRAW = ( Span_2 * ( ADC_2_Value Offset_2)) / AD_Cnt/Abs
ABS_CRAW = ( Span_3 * ( ADC_3_Value Offset_3)) / AD_Cnt/Abs
ABS_DRAW = ( Span_4 * ( ADC_4_Value Offset_4)) / AD_Cnt/Abs
where:
ADC_X_Value is the present Analog-to-Digital Converter number or

count.
Span_X is the Absorbance Span value to calibrate the channel to 2 Volts/

Absorbance
AD_Cnt/Abs is the factor to convert the ADC Value to an Absorbance

(default=13107)
Then the differential absorbances are then calculated for each photodiode
channel:
ABS_A = ABS_ARAW - ABS_DRAW

ABS_B = ABS_BRAW - ABS_DRAW
ABS_C = ABS_CRAW - ABS_DRAW
ABS_D = ABS_DRAW
Calculate the Concentrations of H2S and SO2 from the absorbance measurements that are based on the following polynomial absorbance formulae:
SO2 = Poly1_Coef0 + (Poly1_Coef1 * ABS_A) + (Poly1_Coef2 * ABS_A2)
+ (Poly1_Coef3 * ABS_B) + (Poly1_Coef4 * ABS_B2)
+ (Poly1_Coef5 * ABS_C) + (Poly1_Coef6 * ABS_C2)
H 2S =
Poly2_Coef0 + (Poly2_Coef1 * ABS_A) + (Poly2_Coef2 * ABS_A2)

+ (Poly2_Coef3 * ABS_B) + (Poly2_Coef4 * ABS_B2)
+ (Poly2_Coef5 * ABS_C) + (Poly2_Coef6 * ABS_C2)
If concentrations [SO] or [H2S ] are less than the Low_Limit value then the
concentrations become equal to the Low_Limit value
where: PolyX_CoefY are the polynomial coefficients that converts the absorbances into % Volume
Then compensate for temperature, pressure, and background:
(%_SO2) = [SO2] * (Cell_Tmp + 273) * Normal_Press * Span_SO2 ]+Backgrnd_SO2
(Normal_Tmp + 273) Actual_Press
(%_H2S) = [H2S] * (Cell_Tmp + 273) * Normal_Press * Span_H2S ]+Backgrnd_H2S
(Normal_Tmp + 273) Actual_Press
Where:
Backgrnd_X is the offset setting for component X
Cell_Tmp is the measured cell temperature in degrees C
Normal_Tmp is the standard temperature used in the analyzers calibration
Actual_Press is the measured pressure within the sample cell in PSIA
Normal_Press is the standard pressure used in the analyzers calibration
Automatic Span Calculation with Calibration Filter

To enable the 880-NSL to automatically update the calibration filters corresponding span factors, simply set the Flags1 Value. See discussion of FLags
1 in Appendix C.
Bit 16 Value set OFF = disable automatic span adjustment
Bit 16 Value set ON = enable automatic span adjustment
When the Calibration Cycle is started in Period 5, the cell is first flushed
with air, and the analyzer is Zeroed at the end of Period 5. Period 6 shows
the results of the Zeroing operation. Then in Period 7 the Calibration filter
is lowered. At the end of Period 7, the new span values are calculated and
stored as long as they are within the span alarm limits. With the Calibration
Filter still in place, Period 8 shows the results using the new span values. At
the end of Period 8 the Calibration Filter is raised and the analyzer restarts
the sample gas flow in Period 3.
The following calculations are done at the end of Period 7.
Span_1NEW = Span_1OLD * ( Cal_Filt_1 / Abs1_reading )
where:
Span_X is the span factor for photodiode X, where X=1 to 4
Cal_Filt_X is the stored absorbance value for the Calibration Filter
AbsX_reading is the analyzers displayed absorbance value during Period

7
Excess H2S, Excess SO2, Ratio (H2S/SO2), and Total (H2S + SO2)
Once the values of Calc_A (%_SO2) and Calc_B (%_H2S) are calculated, they
are easily manipulated to provide output in Excess H2S or SO2, Ratio H2S/
SO2, or Total Concentration H2S + SO2 as shown in the following equations.
Refer to Flags2 for more information on configuring the system to output
excess, ratio, or total.
Excess H2S_% = %_H2S - (Excess Factor * %_SO2)

where Excess Factor is factory set to 2.0
Excess SO2_% = %_SO2 - (%_H2S/Excess Factor)
where Excess Factor is factory set to 2.0
Ratio = %_H2S / %_SO2
Total = %_SO2 + %_H2S
!
NOTE
The analyzer is factory configured to output % Excess H2S. In order

to output % Excess SO2, you must:
Add 2 to the value for Flags2 (refer to page 5-16).
Change the display line label Excess_Label to read %Excess
So2 (refer to page 5-14).
If the Claus plant is to be operated at other than the usual H2S/SO2
ratio of 2:1, change the Excess Factor in the 880s controller from its
factory default setting of 2 to the new desired ratio. This will maintain the Excess H2S or Excess SO2 output at zero whenever the plant
is running at the desired ratio.
Cell and Demister Temperature Measurements

Cell and demister temperature measurements are made with resistance
temperature detector (RTD) probes. The RTD signals are connected to the
controller through a 5.0 mA source that converts the RTD currents to voltages (V = IR where I = 0.005A and R = the RTD resistance). The voltages
are input to a 0-to-2.5 Volt ADC. The voltage values are then converted to
degrees C using the following formula:
Cell Temp = ( CellTempSpn * Cell_RTD_Volts ) + CellTempOfs
DmstrTemp = ( DmstrTmpSpn * Dmstr_RTD_Volts ) + DmstrTmpOfs
where: CellTmpSpn or DmstrTmpSpn is the multiplication factor (C/volt)
used in conjunction with CellTmpOfs or DmstrTmpOfs to calculate actual
cell or demister temperature (Cell_Temp or Dmstr_Temp) from live voltage
input from the cell or demister RTD. This value is factory set and should
not be altered unless the RTD is replaced.
The following table shows calculated cell/demister temperatures based on
5 mA source and factory default values for CellTmpSpn or DmstrTmpSpn
(523.42) and CellTmpOfs or DmstrTmpOfs (-261.71).
Actual C
0
50
100
150
200
850 (max)
RTD
100.000
119.395
138.500
157.315
175.839
390.261
ADC Volts
0.500
0.597
0.693
0.787
0.879
1.951
Calculated C
0
50.758
100.758
149.999
198.478
759.642
Cell Pressure Measurements

The cell pressure measurements are made with a 4 to 20 mA pressure transducer that has a range of 0 to 30 psia. A 125W resistor converts the current
to a voltage that is then measured by the controller. The voltages are then
converted to psia using the following formula:
Cell Pressure = ( Press_Span * Pressure_Volts ) + Press_Offst
where:
Press_Span is the multiplication factor (psia/volt) used in conjunction

with Press_Offset to calculate cell pressure (Actual_Press) from live voltage input from the pressure transducer.
Press_Offset is the additive factor (psia) used in conjunction with

Press_Span to calculate cell pressure (Actual_Press) from live voltage
input from the pressure transducer. This value is factory set and should
not be altered unless pressure transducer is replaced.
The following table shows measured cell pressure based on 0 to 30 psia range
and factory default values for Press_Span (15.0 ) and Press_Offst (-7.5).the
factory default Span and Offset values are:
Actual
Cell pressure (psia)
0.0
10.0
14.7
20.0
30.0
Current (A)
0.0040
0.0093
0.0118
0.0147
0.0200
Voltage (Volts)
0.500
1.167
1.480
1.833
2.500
Measured
Cell pressure
0.0
10.0
14.7
20.0
30.0
Proportional-Integral Temperature Control

The Proportional-Integral Control of the Cell Oven Temperature, the Demister Temperature, and the Electrical Enclosure (EE) Temperature is a sum of the
Proportional Factor and the Integral Factor. The final Sum is the Demisters
or the Cell Ovens Heater Duty Cycle.
Heater Duty Cycle = Proportional_Factor + Integral_Factor
If Duty < 0.0 then set Duty = 0.0
If Duty > 1.0 then set Duty = 1.0
The duty cycle value is limited to 0 to 1 where 0=Heater Fully OFF(0%) and
1=Heater Fully ON(100%)
The demister operates by cooling the process gas. The cooling is done by
turning on a solenoid that lets in cooling air into the outer demister chamber to chill inside chamber of the 145C process gas down to the Demisters
setpoint temperature, 129C. The above Heater Duty Cycle calculation is
inverted for the demister temperature to cool. (Or you can think of the
Heater Duty Cycle as the solenoid OFF control time period.)
Demister Cooling Duty Cycle = 1.0 - Demister_Heater_Duty_Cycle
For example if the Demisters Heater Duty Cycle is calculated to be 0.8, the
Demisters Cooling Duty Cycle will be 0.2. So the cooling solenoid will be
ON 20% of its control time period.
The above calculated duty cycles are applied over a fixed control time period, CellCntPer (for the Cell Oven) DmstrCntPer (for the Demister). The
Electrical Enclosure Temperature control uses the CellCntPer for its control
time period. Based on the duty cycle calculation, the heater will be ON
for a proportion of that fixed control time period. The actual control time
periods used are the parameter CellCntPer + 1 and DmstrCntPer + 1. For
example if the time period value is 19 and the cell duty cycle is 0.6, then the
heat will be applied for 12(=0.6 * 20) seconds out of a total of 20(=19 + 1)
seconds, and in the case of the Demisters control, the cooling solenoid will
be ON for 8 seconds and OFF for 12 seconds.
Proportional Factor
The proportional temperature control factor is mainly influenced by the
Temperature Band and the Temperature Setpoint. For example:
IF actual_temperature < setpoint - temperature_band
THEN Proportional_Factor = 1.0
IF actual_temperature = setpoint

IF actual_temperature > setpoint + temperature_band
The above examples assume that the parameter, Proportional Duty Cycle
(PDC) Correction Factor, is 0.5. The actual formula for calculating the proportional factor is:
Proportional_Factor = { { Setpoint - Actual_Temperature ) /
Temperature_Band } + PDC_Correction_Factor
If the temperature band is small, then the proportional factor is said to have
a High Gain, and when the temperature band is large, the proportional factor has a Low Gain.
If the temperature band is too small then the temperature will fluctuate well
above and below the setpoint. By making the temperature band too large
the temperature will creep up to setpoint temperature very slowly, relying
exclusively on the Integral Factor to control the temperature.
Integral Factor
Optimally the Duty Cycle would equal the PDC Correction Factor when the
actual temperature is at the setpoint temperature, but it rarely is. Therefore
the Integral Factor is needed to do the final adjustment to the Duty Cycle.
When the actual temperature is outside the +/-Proportional Temperature
Band, the Integral Factor is set to 0.0 since the Duty Cycle will already be at
0 or 1 because of the Proportional Factor.
Once the actual temperature is within the +/-Temperature Band the Integral
calculation is started. The Integral Factor uses the measured average-actualtemperature over a fixed Integral Time Period, then it recalculates the new
Integral Factor. The fixed Integral Time Period is actually done by counting
lamp flash cycles.
1.
Calculate the Average Actual Temperature for Integral_Time-Seconds,
2.
THEN Recalculate the New Integral Factor:
Integral_FactorNEW = Integral_FactorPREV + { Integral_Span * ( Setpoint

- Avg_Temperature ) }
If Integral_Factor < 0.0 then set Integral_Factor = 0.0
If Integral_Factor > 1.0 then set Integral_Factor = 1.0
When the Integral Time is shortened or when the Integral Span is increased,
then the overall Integral Gain is increased. When the Integral Time is lengthened or when the Integral Span is decreased, then the overall Integral Gain
is decreased.
If the Integral seems to react to temperature load changes too slowly, it is
recommended that the Integral_Span be raised instead of making changes
to the Integral Time. If the overall integral gain is too high then the Temperature will oscillate above and below the setpoint temperature, which is
very similar to having the overall proportional gain too high.
PI Loop Tuning
Whenever there is a temperature control problem, the first thing to do is
check that all parameters are properly set. The Parameter Table below will
help when reviewing all the parameters.
If the temperature is oscillating above and below the temperature setpoint,
and it is difficult to determine if the problem is caused by the proportional
factor or the integral factor, then it is recommended to turn OFF the Integral. To turn the integral OFF, simply set the Integral Span to 0.0. If the
temperature stops oscillating then the cause is the Integral Factor and not
the Proportional Factor.
Any of the following parameters can be changed to stop an oscillating temperature.
1.
Increase the Proportional Band (Proportional Factor)
2.
Decrease the Integral Span (Integral Factor)
3.
Increase the Integral Time Period (Integral Factor)
If the temperature is rising too slowly to the setpoint temperature, then any
of the following parameters can be changed.
1.
Decrease the Proportional Band (Proportional Factor)
2.
Increase the Integral Span (Integral Factor)
3.
Decrease the Integral Time Period (Integral Factor)
If temperature problems persist after trying the above solutions, then contact
AMETEK Customer Service.
Parameters
The following Table shows all the parameters that are used in controlling the Cell
Oven and Demister Temperatures.
Default
Values
Serial
ID
Codes
Cell_Htr_Duty /
Dmstr_Htr_Duty /
EE_Htr_Duty
(Duty Cycle)
Read
ONLY
1H /
1O /
I1
Calculated Heater Duty Cycle, limited to 0-1 which is 0%

to 100% Heater ON
Cell_Cnt_Int /
Dmstr_Cnt_Int /
EE_Cnt_Int
(Integral Time Period)
40 /
100 /
100
C2 /
C3 /
I6
Number of Temperature readings to average before

adjusting Integral factor. 1 Calculation = 1 Lamp Flash =
~1.2 sec. The EE_Cnt_Int value is always the Cell_Cnt_
Int value.
Cell_Tmp_Band / Dmstr_
Tmp_Band /
EE_Tmp_Band
(Temperature_Band)
.16 /
16 /
32
60 /
61 /
63
The Proportiontional Temperature Control Band. If

Setpoint = 145 and Band=16 then the 0% ON = 142 and
100% ON = 158 degrees.
Cell_PDC_Cor /
Dmstr_PDC_Cor /
EE_PDC_Cor
(PDC_Correction_Factor)
0.5 /
0.5 /
0.5
1T /
1R /
I4
Proportional Duty Cycle Correction Factor. When the actual temperature = Setpoint temperature, the proportional
factor = this offset value.
Read
ONLY
1P /
1L /
I2
Calculated Integral Factor
145 /
129 /
45
56 /
57 /
66
Read
ONLY
1Q /
1S /
I3
1/
19 /
1
1N /
1M
I5
Cell__Tmp_Rst /
Dmstr_Tmp_Rst /
EE_Tmp_Rst
(Integral_Span)
.015/
.020 /
.010
58 /
59 /
62
Integral Span Factor. The Elec. Encl. Span can only be

changed by using the serial interface.
Cell_Temp /
Dmstr_Temp /
EE_Temp
(Actual_Temperature)
Read
ONLY
08 /
09 /
00
The Actual Temperature Reading based on an RTD or

thermister input and a temperature formula. Must be in
degrees C.
Cell Oven /
Demister Variables
above formulae variables
Reset_Var2 /
Reset_Var /
EE_Rst_Var
(Integral_FactorNEW)
Cell_Temp_Set /
Dmstr_Temp_Set /
EE_Tmp_Set
(Setpoint)
Cell_Tmp_Avg /
Dmstr_Tmp_Avg /
EE_Tmp_Avg
(Avg_Temperature)
Cell_Cnt_Per /
Dmstr_Cnt_Per /
EE_Cnt_Per
(ON/OFF Time Period)
Description
Temperature Setpoint. The temperature the control loop

is trying to continuously reach.
Sub-Calculation value that is the average of the actual

Temperature at the end of the integration time period.
The Heater Time Period. The total ON and OFF time that
the duty cycle is applied to. The actual Time Period is this
value + 1 second. The EE Period is a fixed 2 seconds
(=1+1) and cannot be changed.
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ANALYZER TIMING
Overview
Descriptions of events during various timing periods are for typical
operation only. Some events can be altered by changing period timers or
setting configuration flags. Refer to the Software Configuration section
(Chapter 5) of this manual for more information.
!
NOTE
SAMPLE
Cycle
CALIBRATION
Cycle
STEAM BLOW BACK

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CELL ISOLATION
* When the Period 4 timer (Timer_Per4) times out, the calibration countdown timer (Cal_Timer) begins
counting down until the next cal cycle. Sample Measurement and tracking continues until: 1)
Cal_Timer times out and cal cycle begins; 2) a pre-programmed zero cycle begins; 3) a manual
interrupt occurs (zero or cal cycle is initiated through the keyboard, serial port, or contact closure;
or 4) a system alarm is activated.
Figure B-1
880-NSL Analyzer Timing Diagram
Analyzer Timing | B-1
Normal Timing Sequence

Figure B.1 shows the sequential timing periods, 1 through 14. The durations
of the timing periods 1 through 11 are set by the 11 timer period variables
Timer_Per; refer to page 5-x: Timers for more information on setting period
times.
When power is first applied, the controller starts at period 1 and cycles
through to period 4, the sample tracking period. Sample tracking continues
indefinitely until one of the following events occurs:
1. When the Zero Timer times out, normally a Zero Cycle is started immediately, but a Steam Blow Back Cycle can also be started. See #3
below for when a Steam Blow Back is started. Normally, Zero_Timer is
disabled (0000 seconds). When this timer times out, the zero cycle begins
at period 1, steps to period 2 where the zero offset values are recorded,
steps to period 3 and on to period 4. This cycle, 1 2 3 4 1 and
so on, constitutes the normal sampling operation loop.
Periodic ZERO Diagram

Power Up
Per1
Per2
Per3
Per4
ZERO Timer
Times OUT
2.
When the calibration timer (Cal_Timer) times out, a Calibration Cycle

is started immediately. When one of these occurs, the calibration cycle
begins at period 5 where the zero offset values are recorded, tracks the
zero values through period 6, steps to period 7 where the span values
are verified or adjusted, tracks the span values through period 8, and
returns to period 3 to resume the normal sampling cycle 3 4 and so
on.
Periodic CALIBRATION FILTER Cycle
Per1
Per2
Per3
Per4
Cal Timer
Times OUT
B-2 | Western Research Model 880-NSL
Per5
Per6
Per7
Per8
3.
When the Cal Timer times out, and the Steam_Set variable is not zero
and the Steam_Count variable has counted down to zero, then a Steam
Blow Back Cycle is started instead of a Cal Cycle. The Steam Blow Back
Cycle starts in period 9, which flushes the system with air, then steam is
injected in period 10. Then period 11 flushes the system with air again
before beginning the calibration cycle by jumping to period 5.

NOTE
!
WARNING
4.
An on-demand zero or calibration cycle is initiated through the keypad,

serial port, or user-supplied contact closure.
5.
A system error or alarm condition occurs and controller resets to period

2. Refer to page 6-1: System Alarms for more information on error and
alarm conditions.
6.
The Main Timer is stopped manually by selecting Start/Stop Timer

from the CONFIG/TEST Menu. The Main Timer should only be stopped
by service or maintenance personnel to perform analyzer troubleshooting.
During timing periods 1 through 8, the fourth line of the controller display
will flash the normal system messages shown in the following table.
Displayed MESSAGE
During Periods
Zero Cycle
Sample Cycle
SystemCalibrating
Zero Cycle
1, 2
3, 4
5, 6, 7, 8
9, 10, 11
Special Timing Periods

Special timing periods 12, 13, and 14 are used to keep the analyzer in special
hold states to facilitate troubleshooting of the analyzer; these periods do
not have specified durations. Period 12 is a continuous flush with zero gas;
period 13 has the calibration filter continuously in the light path; period 14
has the sample gas continuously flowing through the cell.
To put the controller into one of these special periods, stop the Main Timer
as described on page 3-6, then select Go Per Option from the Level 3 Configuration Menu. At the New Value? prompt, enter the desired period
number and press ENTER. The alarm message MAIN TIMER STOPPED will
be on the fourth line of the display. Note that the Go Per feature is disabled
if system alarm is activated due to the cell temperature.
Timing Period Effects on Temperature Control

The Cell oven temperature is controlled to 145oC and is compared to the
specified alarm levels in all timing periods. If cell temperature exceeds the
alarm limits in any period, the system alarm will be activated and the system
alarm message CELL TEMP/PRESS ALARM will be shown on the displays
fourth line. The analyzer will also immediately jump to period 2 and stay
in period 2 until the cell temperature returns to within limits.
Period 1: Special Flush

Starting Period 1
Period 1 is started on initial power up, when period 11 times out (Steam Cycle
ends), or when a Zero Cycle is started. This period has a default duration of
0000 seconds. The 0000 timer value effectively eliminates period 1 from the
normal timing sequence. During the normal operating cycle, the controller
will bypass period 1 and step to period 2 immediately when a zero cycle is
initiated.
While Period 1 is active:
Turn off SV7.
Sample Valve SV1 is turned OFF, which flushes air through the cell.
Analog outputs hold the last sample gas measurement.
The Data Valid signal relay is turned OFF indicating that the 4-20mA
analog outputs are NOT tracking the sample.
The Steam Blow Back Valve SV6 is turned OFF
The Calibration Filter Solenoid relay is turned OFF
Display lines . . . Zero Cycle . . .
Cell temperature is constantly measured and controlled, but if the cell

temperature is out-of-limits, then a system alarm is activated and the
analyzer jumps immediately to period 2. When the error occurs, the
analyzer displays on line 4 CELL TEMP/PRESS ALARM.
Demister temperature control.
Ending Period 1:
When period 1 times out, period 2 is started.
Period 2: Flush and Zero

Starting Period 2:
Period 2 is started when period 1 times out or if certain system alarm conditions are detected. For example, if the cell temperature or flush air pressure
is out-of-limits, then period 2 is constantly restarted, such that the main timer
does not even count down.
This period flushes the cell with zero gas (air) and does a Zero at the periods
end.
The Steam Blow Back Valve SV6 is turned OFF.
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message Zero Cycle will be on line 4.

analyzer immediately restarts period 2. When the error occurs, the
The cell pressure is constantly monitored. If the cell pressure is below the low limit, Flsh_Prs_Lo, then a system alarm is activated and
the analyzer jumps immediately to period 2. When the error occurs, the analyzer displays on line 4 CELL TEMP/PRESS ALARM.
Ending Period 2:
During the last second of period 2, a Zeroing operation is done. The Analog-to-Digital converter output for each photodiode is stored in the offset
variables, Offset_#, until the next Zeroing operation. This causes all photodiode absorbance calculations and ,therefore, component concentration
calculations to be 0.0. If any of the newly calculated Offset_# values are
greater than the alarm limit values, Zero_Alarm#, then the system alarm
is activated, and the original offset values are retained. When the error occurs, then the analyzer displays on line 4 EXCESSIVE ZERO ERROR.When
period 2 times out, period 3 is started.
Period 3: Sample Flush

Starting Period 3:
Period 3 is started when period 2 times out or when period 8 (Calibration
Cycle ends) times out. This period flushes the zero air out of the cell and
the sample gas in.
Sample Valve SV1 is turned ON, which flushes sample gas through the
cell.
The Calibration Filter Solenoid relay is turned OFF.
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message Sample Cycle will be on line 4

Demister temperature control is active, but demister temperature alarm

cannot be activated
Ending Period 3:
Period 4: Track Sample

Starting Period 4:
Period 4 is started when period 3 times out. This period continuously measures the sample gas.
System alarms, such as cell temperature, demister temperature or cell

pressure errors, can terminate period 4 and immediately force a jump
to period 2.
Sample Valve SV1 is turned ON, which continues the sample gas flowing
through the cell.
Analog outputs begin tracking the sample gas measurements.
The Data Valid signal relay is turned ON indicating that the 4-20mA
analog outputs are tracking the sample measurements.
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message Sample Cycle will be on line 4.

Demister temperature control continues, but if the demister temperature

is out-of-limits, then a system alarm is activated and the analyzer jumps
immediately to period 2. When the error occurs, the analyzer displays
on line 4 DEMISTER TEMP ALARM.
The cell pressure is constantly monitored. If the cell pressure is out-oflimits, Prs_Dev_Lo or Prs_Dev_Hi, then a system alarm is activated and
the analyzer jumps immediately to period 2. When the error occurs, the
analyzer displays on line 4 CELL PRESSURE ALARM.
If the calculated concentrations exceed any hi or low alarm level, then

the system alarm will be activated and the corresponding error message
is displayed:
EXCEED Alarm Value
ERROR Message
Alarm_1_Hi or _Low
Alarm_2_Hi or _Low
Alarm_3_Hi or _Low
Ending Period 4:
When period 4 times out, the analyzer remains in sample tracking mode.
Normally period 4 ends only when the Zero Timer or the Calibration Timer
times out. If both of those timers are OFF then the analyzer remains in period 4 indefinitely. When the Zero Timer times out, either a Zero Cycle or a
Steam Blow Back Cycle is started. Period 4 can be manually terminated by
pressing the FLUSH/ZERO key, which can also start a Zero Cycle or a Steam
Blow Back Cycle. Period 4 can also be manually terminated by pressing the
CALIB key, which can start a Calibration Cycle.
Period 5: Flush and Zero (Pre-Calibration)

Starting Period 5:
Period 5 is started when the Calibration Cycle is started. The Calibration
Cycle is started by the Calibration timer or by pressing the CALIB key.
This period flushes the cell with zero gas (air) and does a Zero at the periods
end.
While Period 5 is active: (period 5 is virtually identical to period

2)
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message System Calibrating will be on line 4

Demister temperature control is suspended but demister cooling continues based on the last valid ON/OFF duty cycle; demister temperature
alarm cannot be activated
Ending Period 5:
During the last second of period 5 a Zero is done, which is the same operation that is done at the end of period 2. See Ending Period 2 for the Zeroing
operation.
Period 6: Track Zero

Starting Period 6:
Period 6 is started when period 5 times out. Zeroing gas is measured and
tracked on the display to show that a good Zero was done in period 5. If
the duration of period 6 is set to 0000 seconds, then period 6 is skipped and
timing jumps immediately to period 7.
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message System Calibrating will be on line 4.

Demister temperature control is suspended but demister cooling continues based on the last valid ON/OFF duty cycle; demister temperature
alarm cannot be activated.
Ending Period 6:
Period 7: Cal Filter and Span

Starting Period 7:
Period 7 is started when period 6 times out. The Calibration Filter is lowered into the light path and is constantly measured during
the period. At the end of the period the photodiode span variables,
Span_#, may be updated based on the calibration filter measurements.
The Calibration Filter Solenoid relay is turned ON, which lowers the
filter into the light path.
Display lines 1 and 2 automatically switch to showing absorbance values.

The fourth line displays System Calibrating
0.001287=A 0.003891=B
0.001911=C 0.001167=D
....
System Calibrating

Ending Period 7:
If the Flags1 variable is so configured, an automatic span adjustment on
each photodiode Span_# variable can be done using the Calibration filter.
During the last second of period 7, the Span Adjustment operation is done.
The measured Calibration Filter values are compared to the stored filter
values, Cal_Fltr_#, and new Span_# variables are calculated. If any of the
newly calculated Span_# values are greater than the alarm limit variables,
Span_Alarm#, then the system alarm is activated, and the original span
values are retained. When the error occurs, then the analyzer displays on
line 4 EXCESSIVE CAL ERROR.
Period 8: Track Calibration Filter

Starting Period 8:
Period 8 is started when period 7 times out. The Calibration Filter remains
in the light path and is measured. This period is usually used to verify that
span values have been adjusted when Flags1 is configured to do so.
The Calibration Filter Solenoid relay is turned ON, which lowers the
filter into the light path.
Sample Valve SV1 is turned OFF, which flushes air through the cell
Display lines are in the same state as period 7.

Ending Period 8:
Period 9: Pre-Steam Flush

Starting Period 9:
Period 9 is started when the Steam Blow Back Cycle is started. The Steam
Blow Back Cycle is started by:
1.
meeting the following 3 conditions.

the Cal Timer timing out
the Steam_Set variable is set to a non-zero value.
the Steam_Count variable counted down to zero
OR
2.
pressing the FLUSH/ZERO key and selecting the steam option.
Period 9 flushes all sample gas out of the sample system tubing in preparation for the steam in period 10.
!
NOTE
!
WARNING

SV7 turns on to isolate cell from the steam inlet. This forces all steam
through the demister and probe; and prevents steam flow through the
sample cell.
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message Zero Cycle will be on line 4

Ending Period 9:
Period 10: Steam Blow Back

Starting Period 10:
Period 10 is started when period 9 times out. The Steam is turned ON and
blows back through the demister/probe.
SV7 remains active to isolate the sample cell from the steam inlet.
The Steam Blow Back Valve SV6 is turned ON, which blows the steam
back through the demister/probe.
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message Steam Cycle will be on line 4.

Ending Period 10:

Period 11: Post Steam Flush

Starting Period 11:
Period 10 is started when period 10 times out. Period 11 flushes and dries
all tubing.
SV7 remains active to isolate the sample cell from the steam inlet.
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message Steam Cycle will be on line 4.

Ending Period 11:

Period 12: Continuous Flush

Starting Period 12:
Period 12 is started manually by stopping the Main Timer, selecting Go Per
from the Level 3 Configuration Menu, and entering 9 at the New Value?
prompt.
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message MAIN TIMER STOPPED will be on line 4.

Ending Period 12:

Re-starting the Main Timer will cause the controller to step immediately to
period 1.
Period 13: Continuous Calibration Filter

Starting Period 13:
prompt.
The Calibration Filter Solenoid relay is turned ON, lowering the Calibration Filter into the light path.
Display lines 1 and 2 automatically switch to showing absorbance values.

The fourth line displays System Calibrating.
0.001287=A 0.003891=B
0.001911=C 0.001167=D
....
MAIN TIMER STOPPED

Ending Period 13:

period 1.
Period 14: Continuous Sample

Starting Period 14:
prompt. This period is used for troubleshooting the analyzer. It is also very
useful for running calibration gases.
System alarms, such as demister temperature or cell pressure errors are

ignored.
Sample Valve SV1 is turned ON, which continues the sample gas flowing
through the cell.
Display lines 1, 2, and 3 are continuously updated and the system message MAIN TIMER STOPPED will be on line 4.

Ending Period 14:

period 1.
SERIAL COMMUNICATION
The 880-NSL Controller is equipped with an RS-485 serial interface port

which allows the analyzer to be PC driven and makes networking up to
32 analyzers possible. AMETALK, a software package developed specifically for use with AMETEK Controllers, is supplied with each 880-NSL
Analyzer.
Hardware Requirements
An RS-485 to RS-232 converter is required to use serial communication. An
RS-485/RS-232 adapter (AMETEK PN 265 858 005) includes a special circuit
which disables the transmitter when the analyzer is idle, a necessity for two
wire networks. This special adapter also requires a line power supply (P/N
265 858 007, 120V or 269 128 002, 230V, universal).
!
WARNING
The RS232 to RS485 Adaptor and power supply (if provided) are not
proven to be suitable for use in explosive atmospheres. They must be
located in a safe area. Any cabling, to or from the Adaptor, that passes
into a potentially explosive area must be treated as incendive, and protected by metallic conduit or other means, consistent with local electrical
codes for hazardous locations.
Serial Communication | C-1
Wiring Configuration & Baud Rate

Network configuration is two wire mode at 300 to 9600 baud rate; refer to
Figure C-1 for wiring diagram. The controller CPU board is factory configured for four wire mode; all dip switches on S1 are in the up position (on).
To change to two wire operation, dip switches on S1 should be changed to
the down position (off). Switch S1 is located on the main CPU board. Settings on S1 will also vary depending on whether there is more than one
controller in the serial network.
When configuring the analyzer software for serial communication, the system
value for RS485_Baud must also take the wiring into account. Refer to the
following table for correct baud rate values. Refer also to page 5-9: Serial
for more information on setting and changing baud rate value.
RS485_Baud Values
Baud Rate
!
NOTE
4 Wire
2 Wire
9600
10
4800
11
2400
12
1200
13
600
14
300
15
System must be reset after changing baud rate. Reset by cycling power
or pressing the two blank function buttons above and below the FLUSH/
ZERO function button on the controller keypad (see Figure 4.2, page
4-2).
C-2 | Western Research Model 880-NSL
Read & Write Protocol

For a single controller, the default serial address (RS485_Address) is 200; for
networked controllers, addresses from 201 to 232 are used. When multiple
analyzers are networked, the address of a specific analyzer must precede
the first of a string of read/write commands destined for that analyzer. Press
and hold the [ALT] key while entering the 3 digit serial address. If there is
doubt about which of the networked controllers is on line at a given time,
type [WHO] and the active controller will respond with its serial address.
Read commands consist of the letter R (upper or lower case) followed by the
two character alpha-numeric ID code for the system value. Refer to Appendix
D for all variables and their Serial Interface ID Codes. For example, to read
the current value of configuration flags 1 (Flags_1) from analyzer 201, the
command would be [ALT]+[2] [0] [1] followed by R F1.
Write commands consist of the letter W (upper or lower case) followed by

the two character alpha-numeric ID code for the variable and the data to
be written to the EPROM. The data field has floating decimal format and
must not exceed eight characters. Plus and minus signs and trailing zeros
are permitted but not required; valid data values range from -0.00001 to
+999999. Refer to Appendix C for all variables and their Serial Interface ID
Codes. For example, to write a new value of 18 to Flags1 on analyzer 201,
the command would be [ALT]+[2] [0] [1] followed by W F1 18.
Serial Communication | C-3
Host PC
RS-232
50 Ft
Max
RTS
SD
Echo

Off On
RS-232 Converter
265858005
RS-485
GND +12 V RD(B) RD(A) TD(B) TD(A) SHLD
Power
Supply
265858007
0.1 fd
500 V
Controller
-9 2W+/4WTX+
-10 2W/4WTX
Total 1220 m (4000 ft)

Twisted Pair Shielded
115-V
AC Supply
-11 4WRX+
-12 4WRX
0.1 fd
500 V
Switch 1
Settings*
S1-1 Off
S1-2 Off
S1-3 Off
S1-4 N/A
Signal
Junction
NOTE: Switch 1 (S1) is located on

the main CPU board.
Controller
-9
2W+/4WTX+
-10 2W/4WTX
-11 4WRX+
S1-1 Off
S1-2 Off
S1-3 Off
-12 4WRX
0.1 fd
500 V
Signal
Junction
Box TB20
Figure C-1a
Serial Communication Two
Wire Configuration.
Last or Only
-9
2W+/4WTX+
-10
2W/4WTX
-11
4WRX+
-12
4WRX
S1-1 On
S1-2 Off
S1-3 On
S1-4 N/A
Signal
Junction
Box TB20
Host PC
RS-232
50 Ft
Max
RTS
SD
Echo

Off On
RS-232 Converter
265858005
RS-485
GND +12 V RD(B) RD(A) TD(B) TD(A) SHLD

0.1 fd
500 V
Controller
Power
Supply
265858007
AC Supply
-9
2W+/4WTX+
-10 2W/4WTX
-11 4WRX+
Total 1220 m (4000 ft)
Twisted Pair Shielded
-12 4WRX
0.1 fd
500 V
Switch1
Settings*
S1-1 Off
S1-2 On
S1-3 Off
S1-4 N/A
Signal
Junction
Box TB20
Controller
-9
NOTE: Switch 1 (S1) is located on

the main CPU board.
2W+/4WTX+
-10 2W/4WTX
-11 4WRX+
-12 4WRX
0.1 fd
500 V
S1-1 Off
S1-2 On
S1-3 Off
S1-4 N/A
Signal
Junction
Box TB20
Last or Only
Controller
Figure C-1b
Serial Communication
Four Wire Configuration.
C-4 | Western Research Model 880-NSL
-9
2W+/4WTX+
-10 2W/4WTX
-11 4WRX+
-12 4WRX
S1-1 On
S1-2 On
S1-3 On
S1-4 N/A
SERIAL INTERFACE IDENTIFICATION CODES
Serial Interface Identification Codes | D-1
D-2 | Western Research Model 880-NSL

Offset for Photometer Channel 1
Pressure Span Used for Live Pressure Input
Pressure Offset Used for Live or Constant Pressure
Pressure Used for Cell Factory Calibration
Temperature used for Cell Factory Calibration
Analog to Digital Counts per Absorbance
Normal H2S/SO2 Ratio used to calculate Excess
SO2 Offset Factor
H2S Offset Factor
Calculation for SO2
Calculation for H2S
Raw Absorbance for Channel 1ARAW
Raw Absorbance for Channel 2
1A
1B
1C
1D
24
25
26
27
32
33
37
39
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
10
11
Offset__1
Offset__2
Offset__3
Offset__4
Press_Span
Press_Offst
Normal_Press
Normal_Temp
AD_Cnt/Abs
Excess_Factor
Backgrnd_SO2
Backgrnd_H2S
%_SO2
%_H2S
Abs_ARAW
Abs_BRAW
Abs_CRAW
Abs_DRAW
Cell Pressure
Ratio H2S/SO2
Excess H2S
Serial Interface or Display using Display Flag=3
Span for Photometer Channel 4
19
Span__4

Cell Pressure (psia)
SO2/H2S Ratio Calculation
Excess H2S Calculation
18
3 MenuConstants
3 MenuConstants
3 MenuConstants
3 MenuConstants
2 MenuConstants
2 MenuConstants
2 MenuConstants
2 MenuConstants
3 MenuSystem VariablesPhoto_Offset
3 MenuSystem VariablesPhoto_Span

CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
Span__3
CONFIG/TE3TLevel
17
Span__2
CONFIG/TESTLevel
Path
Description
16
Serial ID
Span__1
System Variable
System Variables and Constants

Coefficient for Calculating % Volume H2S
74
75
76
77
78
Poly2Coef_2
Poly2Coef_3
Poly2Coef_4
Poly2Coef_5
Poly2Coef_6
Coefficient for Calculating % Volume SO2
70
Poly1Coef_5
73
69
Poly1Coef_4
Poly2Coef_1
68
Poly1Coef_3
67
Poly1Coef_2
66
Poly1Coef_1
71
Span Factor for H2S

Time of the day
1Z
T1
65
Span_H2S
Time_of_Day
Poly1Coef_0
72
Average ACD Count for Channel 4

Span Factor for SO2
1X
lY
ADC_4_Value
Span_SO2
Poly1Coef_6
Differential Absorbance for Channel 1

Differential Absorbance for Channel 2
Differential Absorbance Channel 3
Average ADC Count for Channel 1
1E
1F
1G
1U
1V
1W
Abs_A
Abs_B
Abs_C
ADC_1_Value
ADC_2_Value
ADC_3_Value
Poly2Coef_0
Minimum allowable % for SO2 and H2S
Description
D0
Serial ID
Low_Limit
System Variable
Polynomial Coefficients
2 Configure MenuConstants
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
3 MenuPoly_Coefficients
CONFIG/TEST-Level 3 Menu-Constants Span H2S

Serial interface only
CONFIG/TESTLevel 3 MenuPoly_Coefficients

CONFIG/TEST-Level 3 Menu-Constants Span SO2

Serial interfaet only
CONFIG/TESTLevel
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System Variables and Constants (continued)

Number of seconds left in calibration cycle
Number of seconds left in current period
Currently active timer period
Number of zero cycles before steam Blow Back
Steam Counts reset value
14
15
I7
I8
Period Timer
Period Number
Steam_Count
Steam_Set
Seconds in timing period 10
W4
Timer_Per10
13
W3
Timer_Per09
Calibration Timer
W2
Timer_Per08
Number of seconds left in zero cycle
W1
Timer_Per07
V6
Timer_Per06
W5
V5
Timer_Per05
12
V4
Timer_Per04
Timer_Per11
V3
Timer_Per03
Zero Timer

V1
V2
Seconds between cal cycles
Z2
Cal_Timer
Timer_Per01
Seconds between zero cycles
Z1
Zero_Timer
Timer_Per02
Time of day for auto-cal
C1
Description
Cal_Time
System Variable Serial ID
Timers
2 MenuTimersAlter_Per_Timer
2 MenuTimers
2 MenuTimers
1 MenuSetAutoCalTime
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
2 MenuConstants
2 MenuConstants
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
Path

Max allowable deviation from cell setpoint
Minimum allowable cell pressure in period 4
Maximum allowable cell pressure in period 4
Minimum allowable cell pressure in period 2
Lower Light limit of Photodiodes
D3
D4
D5
39
Prs_Dev_Lo
Prs_Dev_Hi
Flsh_Prs_Lo
LoLghtCnt
Maximum allowable zero offset photo channel 3
AC
Zero_Alr_3
D2
AB
Zero_Alr_2
Cell_Dev
AA
Zero_Alr_1
Max allowable deviation from demister setpoint
Minimum allowable span for photo channel 2
A9
Span_Alr_Lo
Maximum allowable span for all photo channels
A8
Span_Alr_Hi
AD
Lower Level of Concentration Alarm 3
A6
Alarm_3_Low
D1
Upper Level of Concentration Alarm 2
A5
Alarm_2_Low
Zero_Alr_4
Lower Level of Concentration Alarm 1
A4
Alarm_1_Low
Dmstr_Dev

A1
A2
Alarm_2_Hi
Alarm_3_Hi
Description
A0
Serial ID
Alarm_1_Hi
System Variable
Alarm Levels
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
Levels
Levels
Levels
Levels
Levels
Levels
3 MenuConstants
3 MenuSystem Variables
3 MenuPhoto AlarmsZero Alarms
3 Configure MenuPhoto AlarmsSpan Alarms Lo
3 Configure MenuPhoto AlarmsSpan Alarms Hi
ALARMAlter Alarm
ALARMAlter Alarm
ALARMAlter Alarm
ALARMAlter Alarm
ALARMAlter Alarm
ALARMAlter Alarm
Path

20 mA value of analog out 2
4 mA value of analog out 1 low range
4 mA value of analog out 1 high range
46
48
49
50
51
52
53
Offset_1_Low
Offset_1_Hi
Offset_2_Low
Offset_2_Hi
Offset3
Offset4
45
Output_2_Hi
47
44
Output_2_Low
Output3
43
Output_1_Hi
Output4
Description
42
Serial ID
Output_1_Low
System Variable
Analog Output Ranges
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
ANALOG RANGEAlter
Path
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
RangeLimits
Analog Flag for parameter linked to analog out 2

Flag Value for analog outputs to be linked to alarm
Information messages flag
Flag value for programmable relay 1 (normal timing periods)
Flag value for programmable relay 1 (special timing periods)
F8
FA
FS
P1
P2
Output3_Flag
Alarm_Flg
Inf_mess_flag
Cycles
Special

F6
F7
Output1_Flag
Display flag for third line of display
F5
Line_3_Flag
Output2_Flag
Display flag for first line of display

Display flag for second line of display
F3
F4
Line_1_Flag
Line_2_Flag
Integer for 1st set of configuration flags

Integer for 2nd set of configuration flags
F1
F2
Description
Flags_1
Serial ID
Flags2
System Variable
Configuration Flags
2 MenuFlags1
2 MenuAlarm_Flg
2 MenuAnalog
2 MenuAnalog
2 MenuAnalog
2 MenuDisplay
2 MenuDisplay
2 MenuDisplay
3 MenuFlags2
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
3 MenuProgram Relay #1
3 MenuProgram Relay #1
Serial interface Only
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
Path

SERIAL INTERFACE ONLY

Temperature band for demister heater

Number of readings to integrate demister temperature
Number of readings to integrate demister temperature
Dmstrtemp control period; duty cycle is based on this period
Cell temp control period; duty cycle is based on this period
Detector Enclosure Temperature (C)
Cell Oven Temperature (C)
Demister Temperature (C)
Cell Oven Heater Duty Cycle variation from 0 to 1
Reset Variable for Demister Temperature Control
59
C2
C3
1M
1N
00
08
09
1H
1L
CellCntInt
DmstrCntInt
Dmstr_Cnt_Per
Cell_Cnt_Per
EE_Temperature
Cell_Temp
Demister Temp
Cell_Htr_Duty
Reset_Var
3 MenuConstantsIntegral_Counts
3 MenuConstantsIntegral_Counts
3 MenuConstantsProp_Bands

SERIAL INTERFACE ONLY
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
3 MenuConstantsTemp_Resets
3 MenuConstantsProp_Bands
DmstrTmpBnd
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
Used to calculate demister heater on/off duty cycle

Temperature band for cell heater
3 MenuConstantsTemp_Resets
57
CONFIG/TESTLevel
3 MenuConstantsTemp_Set_Pts
58
Used to calculate cell heater on/off duty cycle
56
CellTmpRst
CONFIG/TESTLevel
3 MenuConstantsTemp_Set_Pts
DmstrTempRst
Demister temperature set point
55
DmstrTmpSet
CONFIG/TESTLevel
Path
CellTmpBnd
Cell temperature set point
54
Description
CellTempSet
System Variable Serial ID
Temperature Control
Dmstr_Htr_Duty
Reset_Var2
Ccll_Tmp_Avg
Dmstr_PDC_Cor
Dmstr_Tmp_Avg
Cell_PDC_Cor
EE_Htr_Duty
EE_Rst_Var
EE_Tmp_Avg
EE_PDC_Cor
EE_Cnt_Per
EE_Cnt_Int
CellTmpSpn
DmstrTmpSpn
CellTmpOfs
DmstrTmpOfs
EE_Tmp_Rst
EE_Tmp_Bnd
EETmpSpn
EETmpOfs
EETmpSet
Pts
System Variable
1O
lP
lQ
lR
1S
1T
I1
12
I3
I4
I5
I6
28
29
30
31
60
61
62
63
64
Serial ID
Demister Heater Duty Cycle variation from 0 to 1
Reset Variable for Cell Oven Control
Average Cell Oven Temperature for Integration
Demisters Proportional Duty Cycle Correction Factor
Average Demister Temperature for Integration
Cell Ovens Proportional Duty Cycle
Detector Enclosure Heater Duty Cycle variation from 0 to 1
Reset Variable for Detector Enclosure Temperature Control
Average Detector Enclosure Temperature for Integration
Detector Enclosures Proportional Duty Cycle Correction Factor
Detector Enclosure Temperature Control period
Number of temperature readings to integrate
Cell Temperature Span
Demister Temperature Span
Cell Temperature Offset
Demister Temperature Offset
Used to calculate Detector Enclosure heater on/off duty cycle
Temperature Band for Detector Enclosure heater
Detector Enclosure Temperature Span
Detector Enclosure Temperature Offset
Detector Enclosure set point
Description
Temperature Control (continued)

CONFIG/TESTLevel 3 MenuConstants- Temp_Prop_Bands
CONFIG/TESTLevel 3 MenuTemperature
CONFIG/TESTLevel 3 Configure MenuConstants- Temp_Set_

Path

% Volume H2S Label
Cell Pressure Label
Cell Temperature Label
Excess H2 or SO2 Label
L2
L3
L4
L6
Calc_B_Label
Press_Label
Temp_Label
Excess_Label
Absorbance Value of channel 1 calibration filter

Smoothing
Smoothing
21
22
23
40
41
Cal_Filtr_2
Cal_Filtr_3
Cal_Filtr_4
Photo_Noise
Analg_Noise
Description
20
Serial ID
Cal_Filtr_1
System Variable
Calibration Filters and Noise Factors
% Volume SO2 Label
Description
L1
Serial ID
Calc_A_Label
System Variable
Labels
3 MenuLabels
3 MenuLabels
3 MenuLabels
3 MenuLabels
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
3 MenuCal Filtr Values

2 MenuNoise
2 MenuNoise
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
CONFIG/TESTLevel
Path
3 MenuLabels
CONFIG/TESTLevel
Path
RUNNING CALIBRATION GAS
!
CAUTION
Potentially lethal concentrations of toxic gases such as hydrogen sulfide

(H2S) and sulfur dioxide (SO2) will be present in the analyzer sample
system and in the calibration gas supply system. Only personnel who
are adequately trained in the handling of these gases should perform
this procedure.
This procedure assumes you will be removing the cap on the Steam/Cal
Gas port on the side of the analyzers cell oven and connecting a tube from
a cal gas source.
Recommended calibration gas mixtures are H2S in nitrogen and SO2 in
nitrogen (as separate mixtures). H2S or SO2 concentration should be about
80% of the full scale measuring range for that component. Calibration gas
mixtures more than 6 months old are unreliable and should not be used.
Calibration gas should be supplied to the analyzer at a delivery pressure
which is adjustable from 0 to 10 psig.
1.
In the analyzer controller, set Span H2S (or Span SO2, depending
on which one you are checking) to a value of 1.0000. (Found under
Constants in the Level 3 Configure Menu).
2.
Note the value of Steam Set (found under Constants in the Level 2
Configure Menu). Set Steam Set to a value of 0.
3.
Put the analyzer into air blowback (Flush) mode, then immediately
stop the timer and wait about 30 seconds.
!
CAUTION
a small amount of potentially hazardous process gas may be expelled

when the cap is first removed).
4.
Remove the cap from the Cal Gas port on the right hand side of the cell
oven. Connect a tube from the cal gas source to the cal gas port and
tighten it.
5.
Re-start the timer.
Running Calibration Gas | E-1
6.
Loosen the latches on the cell oven and leave the door secured by only
one latch at the center of the left hand side of the door. This will enable
you to work quickly when opening or closing the door.
7.
Press the Calib key on the analyzer keypad, which will automatically
perform a normal optical calibration of the analyzer. While the message
System Calibrating appears on the display, CLOSE the Aspirator Air
Valve (manual valve) on the small panel above the cell oven.
8.
Immediately after the calibration cycle has finished (bottom line of the
display reads Sample Cycle), CLOSE the Main Sample Valve inside
the cell oven. (This is the large manual valve on the left side under the
demister). Work quickly so that the cell oven does not cool down while
the door is open. Be sure to leave the Sample Return Valve OPEN. (This
is the smaller manual valve on the right hand side, just under the air
aspirator).
9.
With the calibration gas tube connected to the Cal Gas port on the right
hand side of the cell oven, note the Cell Pressure on the analyzer display.
Open the cal gas pressure regulator secondary stage until the Cell Pressure has INCREASED by about 0.2 psig.
10. Wait for the displayed SO2 and H2S readings on the display to stabilize,
then calculate a new value of Span H2S (or Span SO2) as follows:
For example, for H2S:
%H2S from the cal gas cylinder

= New Value of Span H2S
%H2S from the analyzer display
11. Enter the new value of Span H2S (or Span SO2) into the controller configuration under Constants in the Level 3 Configure Menu. If Steam
Set had originally been noted at a value other than zero (see Step #2),
then set it back to its original value, otherwise leave it at zero.
12. Close the valve from the cal gas source. Put the analyzer into air blowback
(Flush) mode, then immediately stop the timer and wait at least 30 seconds. (CAUTION: a small amount of potentially hazardous calibration
gas may be expelled when the connection is loosened): Disconnect the
cal gas tube from the analyzers cal gas port, then re-install and tighten
the cap on the cal gas port.
13. Open the Main Sample Valve, then re-start the timer. When the bottom
line of the analyzer display reads Sample Cycle, note the Cell Pressure
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on the display. Then, OPEN the Aspirator Air Valve (manual valve) until
the displayed Cell Pressure has decreased by about 0.10 to 0.12 psi.
14. The analyzer will now return to normal measurement within a few
minutes.
Running Calibration Gas | E-3
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WORLDWIDE SALES AND SERVICE LOCATIONS:

ii | Western Research Model 880-NSL

Alarm Key ............................................................................................................4-6

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

iv | Western Research Model 880-NSL

Sample Cycle Message (Periods 3, 4, and 14) ..........................................6-8

Parts and Service

Detector Enclosure ...........................................................................................7-11

Controller Signal Processing

Serial Interface Identification Codes

Running Calibration Gas

vi | Western Research Model 880-NSL

Important information that should not be overlooked.

Verify ground continuity of all equipment before applying power.

viii | Western Research Model 880-NSL

PROTECTIVE CONDUCTOR TERMINAL

Environmental Information (WEEE)

When the equipment is ready to be disposed of, take it to your local or

In some cases, your end-of-life product may be traded in for credit

If you need further assistance in recycling your AMETEK product, contact

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

x | Western Research Model 880-NSL

SPECIAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION FOR EQUIPMENT USED

WARRANTY AND CLAIMS

xii | Western Research Model 880-NSL

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FV7, AUTO CELL

CAL GAS INLET

FV6, AUTO STEAM

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Output 1: % Volume SO2

Output 3: Excess H2S

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0.0 to 1.0 % Volume

Main timer stopped

Photometer channel light level falls below specified minimum

Cell pressure or temperature exceeds specified deviation

Demister temperature exceeds specified deviation

Span values for each photometer channel determined during calibration

1-8 | Western Research Model 880-NSL

Data Valid Signal

Loss of Purge Contact

Instrument air supply pressure is too low or has been interrupted.

Photometer Cell Zero Offset and Calibration

1-10 | Western Research Model 880-NSL

Electrical Enclosure Air Purge System

1-12 | Western Research Model 880-NSL

SO2: Fully programmable 0 0.5 through 1.0%

H2S: Fully programmable 0 1.0 through 2.0%

High Range Analyzer (Optional at time of order)

SO2: Fully programmable 0 0 through 2.0%

H2S: Fully programmable 0 1.0 through 4.0%

Excess H2S: 0.2%, typical (depending on plant operating conditions)

H2S and SO2: 2% of full scale

Zero Drift, 24 Hour

Fully programmable parameters, range limits, and alarm levels. Two

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System Alarm incorporates concentration alarms, system errors, and

One terminal of each relay is common to all four relays

Provide isolated contact closure only. Do not apply voltage.