In-situ Aqua TROLL 600 User manual

Operator's Manual
Aqua TROLL®600 Multiparameter Sonde
Part Number 0096400
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 10
Serial Number Location 10
Instrument Description 10
Document Conventions 10
Unpacking and Inspection 10
Obtaining Repair Service 11
Guidelines for Cleaning Returned Equipment 11
Decontamination and Cleaning Form 13
Safety 13
2 General Specifications 14
Instrument Dimensions with Restrictor On 16
Instrument Dimensions with Restrictor Off 16
3 Sensor Specifications 16
Sensor Summary 16
Barometric Pressure Sensor Specifications 17
Conductivity Sensor Specifications 17
Total Dissolved Solids 18
Salinity 18
Dissolved Oxygen RDO Sensor Specifications 18
Level, Depth, Pressure Sensor Specifications 19
ORP Sensor Specifications 20
pH Sensor Specifications 20
Temperature Sensor Specifications 20
Turbidity Sensor Specifications 21
Total Suspended Solids 21
4 Instrument Overview 22
Synopsis 22
System Components 23
Base Unit Components 23
Accessories purchased separately. 23
RuggedCable System 25
Vented or Non-Vented Cable 25
Jacket Options 25
Customizable Cable Lengths 25
Cable Termination 25
5 Instrument Setup 27

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Box Contents 27
Install the Batteries 28
Desiccant 29
Replace the Desiccant 29
Install the Wiper Motor and Sensors 29
Removing Sensors 31
6 Connecting to the Sonde 32
Connecting RuggedCable 32
Connect the Instrument to the RuggedCable 32
Connect TROLL Com Communication Device to the RuggedCable System 32
Connecting with Bluetooth 33
Connecting to a Wireless TROLL Com 33
SDI-12 3 Wire 34
Modbus Master 36
Modbus Master with RS232 (Converter Required) 37
7 LCD Screen 37
LCD Screen 37
Turn on the LCD Screen 38
Status Icons 38
Additional LCD Icons 39
Full-Text Messages 39
Sonde Menus 40
Accessing the Sonde Menus 40
Data Log Menu 40
Start a Log 40
Stop a Log 41
Contrast Menu 41
Language Menu 41
Updates Menu 41
8 Batteries 41
Battery Replacement 42
9 Micro SD Card 42
Removing the Micro SD Card 42
Downloading and Deleting Data from the Micro SD Card 42
Updating Firmware 43
10 Desiccant 43
Replace the Desiccant 43
11 Sensor Calibration 44

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Preparing the Aqua TROLL 600 for Calibration 44
Calibration Recommendations 44
Factory Calibration 45
12 Software 46
13 VuSitu Mobile App 46
Verify the VuSitu Mobile App Version 46
Connecting with Bluetooth 46
VuSitu Overview 48
About VuSitu 48
VuSitu Menu Options 48
Menu Options when Connected to Instrument 48
Live Readings Screen 49
Changing Parameters and Units 51
Record Data 51
VuSitu Locations 52
About VuSitu Locations 52
Create a New Location 53
Select a Location 54
Edit or Delete a Location 55
VuSitu Data 56
About Data 56
View, Send, Delete Data 56
VuSitu Calibration & Settings 57
About Calibration and Settings 57
Quick-Cal Multiple Sensor Calibration 57
Calibrate the Rugged Dissolved Oxygen Sensor (1-Point) 59
100% Water-saturated Air Calibration 59
Calibrate the Rugged Dissolved Oxygen Sensor (2-Point) 60
100% Water-saturated Air Calibration 60
0-point Calibration 61
Calibrating the Rugged Dissolved Oxygen Sensor Using Concentration 61
RDO Salinity Setting 62
Calibrate the Conductivity Sensor 64
Calibrate the Level Sensor 66
Calibrate the pH Sensor 66
Calibrate the ORP Sensor 67
Calibrate the Turbidity Sensor 69
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Verify the Win-Situ Software Version 70
Win-Situ 5 Screens and Buttons 70
Data Tab 70
Home Tab 72
Logging Tab 74
Sensors Tab 76
Device Setup Tab 77
Win-Situ 5 Logging and Viewing Data 79
About Sites 79
Logging Data—Overview 80
Logging Method Descriptions 80
Logging Methods for Long-Term Monitoring 80
Linear 80
Linear Average 80
Event 81
Log Setup 81
Starting a Log 82
Starting a Pending Log 82
Starting a Manual Log 82
Suspending (Pausing) a Log 82
Resuming a Suspended Log 82
Stopping a Log 82
Restarting a Log 83
Downloading Data to a PC 83
Viewing Logged Data 84
Exporting Data 84
Exporting Data to Spreadsheet Format 84
Exporting to Text 85
Graphing Data 85
View a Graph of a Downloaded File 85
View a Graph of Real-Time Data 85
Graph Settings 85
Graph Templates 85
Graph Tools 85
Calibration 87
Calibrate Sensors 87
Calibrating the Conductivity Sensor 87
Calibrating the Pressure Sensor 89

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Calibrating the RDO Sensor 90
Calibrate 100% Oxygen Saturation 91
Calibrate 0% Oxygen Saturation 92
Calibrating the pH/ORP Sensor 92
Calibrating the Turbidity Sensor 94
Calibration Reports 96
Saving Calibration Reports 96
Viewing Calibration Reports 96
BaroMerge 96
Using BaroMerge Software 96
Baro Merge Input—Manual Entry 97
Baro Merge Input—Fixed Correction 98
BaroMerge Input—BaroTROLL File 99
BaroMerge Output 100
Post Level Correction within Baro Merge 100
Managing Data from Multiple Sites 101
Adding a Site 101
Editing a Site 101
Deleting a Site 101
Using Site Groups 101
Creating a Site Group 102
Site-Based Connections 102
Creating a Custom Connection 102
Using a Custom Connection 102
Storing Custom Connection for a Site 102
Correcting a Level Reference in Data Files 103
About Post Correcting Level Data 103
Open Post Level Correction 103
Select Level Reference Type 104
Set the Level Correction 105
View Post Level Corrected Data 106
Win-Situ 5 Troubleshooting 106
Selecting the Correct COM Port 106
Bluetooth Connection 107
15 Water Quality 108
pH 108
What is pH? 108
Why Measure pH? 108

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The pH/ORP Sensor 109
Oxidation-Reduction Potential 110
What is ORP? 110
Why Measure ORP? 110
The pH/ORP Sensor 111
Conductivity 111
What is Conductivity? 111
Why Measure Conductivity? 112
How is Conductivity Measured? 112
Dissolved Oxygen 113
What is Dissolved Oxygen? 113
Why Measure DO? 113
How is DO Measured? 113
Turbidity 114
What is Turbidity? 114
Why Measure Turbidity? 114
How is Turbidity Measured? 115
16 Care and Maintenance 117
Maintenance Schedule 117
User-Serviceable Parts 117
O-rings 117
pH/ORP Sensor Replacement 117
RDO Sensor Cap Replacement 117
Instrument Storage 117
Short-term Storage (<1 Week) 117
Long-term Storage (>1 Week) 117
Cleaning the Sonde 118
Cleaning and Storing the pH/ORP Sensor 118
Routine Maintenance 118
Replacing the Filling Solution 119
Replacing the Junction 119
Cleaning 119
Short-term Storage 120
Long-term Storage 120
Storage Recommendations 120
Cleaning and Storing the RDO Sensor 121
Routine Maintenance 121
Cleaning the Optical Window 121

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Storage 121
Cleaning and Storing the Conductivity Sensor 121
Cleaning 121
Storage 122
Cleaning and Storing the Turbidity Sensor 122
Routine Maintenance 122
Storage 122
Replacing Wiper Bristles 123
Replace the Bristles 123
Replace the Entire Brush 123
Cleaning the Copper Antifouling Restrictor 124
17 Declaration of Conformity 125

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Introduction
This manual is intended to describe the characteristics, operation, calibration, and
maintenance of the AquaTROLL 600 Multiparameter Sonde.
Serial Number Location
The instrument serial number is on the product label affixed to the instrument body.
Serial numbers for individual sensors are engraved on the sensor body.
Instrument Description
The Aqua TROLL 600 Sonde is a multiparameter water quality sonde with LCD screen,
internal memory, and additional SD card storage. The Aqua TROLL 600 uses the latest
sensor and electronics technology to provide laboratory-quality measurements for field
use. The water level/pressure sensor and barometric pressure sensor are integrated
into the sonde. The optical Rugged Dissolved Oxygen (RDO®), conductivity,
temperature, turbidity, pH/ORP sensors and the RDO Sensor Cap are replaceable. It is
optional to include a motorized sensor wiper on the instrument.
The Aqua TROLL 600 can connect wirelessly via Bluetooth to the VuSitu Mobile App or
can connect to Win-Situ 5 Software using cable or Bluetooth.
Document Conventions
Throughout this document you will see the following symbols:
A check mark highlights a tip or feature.
The exclamation point calls your attention to a requirement, safety
issue, or important action that should not be overlooked.
Unpacking and Inspection
Your equipment was carefully inspected before shipping. Check the equipment for any
physical damage sustained during shipment. Notify In-Situ and file a claim with the
carrier if there is any such damage; do not attempt to deploy or operate the instrument.
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Accessories may be shipped separately and should also be inspected for physical
damage and fulfillment of your order.
Obtaining Repair Service
If you suspect your system is malfunctioning and repair is needed, you can help assure
efficient servicing by following these guidelines:
1. Call or email In-Situ Technical Support. Have the product model and serial number
available.
2. Be prepared to describe the problem, including how the product was used and the
conditions noted at the time of the malfunction.
3. If Technical Support determines that service is needed, they will ask your company
to fill out the RMA form and pre-approve a specified monetary amount for repair
charges. When the form and pre-approval is received, Technical Support will assign
an RMA (Return Material Authorization) number.
4. Clean the product as described in the manual.
5. If the product contains a removable battery, remove and retain it unless you are
returning the system for a refund or Technical Support states otherwise.
6. Carefully pack your product in its original shipping box, if possible.
7. Mark the RMA number clearly on the outside of the box.
8. Send the package, shipping prepaid, to:
In-Situ
ATTN: Repairs
221 East Lincoln Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80524
The warranty does not cover damage during transit. In-Situ recommends insurance for
all shipments. Warranty repairs will be shipped back prepaid.
Outside the U.S.
Contact your international In-Situ distributor for repair and service information.
Guidelines for Cleaning Returned Equipment
Please help us protect the health and safety of our employees by cleaning and
decontaminating equipment that has been subjected to potential biological or health
hazards, and labeling such equipment. Unfortunately, we cannot service your
equipment without such notification. Please complete and sign the form on page 13 (or
a similar statement certifying that the equipment has been cleaned and
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lWe recommend the glassware cleaning product, Alconox, available from In-Situ
and from laboratory supply companies.
lClean all cables and remove all foreign matter.
lClean the cable connectors with a clean, dry cloth. Do not submerge the
connectors.
lClean the instrument including the nosecone, cable head, and protective caps.
If an instrument is returned to our Service Center for repair or
recalibration without a statement that it has been cleaned and
decontaminated, or if it is the opinion of our Service
Representatives that the equipment presents a potential health or
biological hazard, we reserve the right to withhold service until
proper certification is obtained.

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Decontamination and Cleaning Form
Safety
lUse D-cell alkaline batteries.
lDo not use batteries of different ages or types.
lDo not submerge the Wireless TROLLCom or your mobile device in liquid.
lEnsure that sensors, or sensor plugs, are completely inserted into the ports, so
that no liquid can enter the instrument.
lEnsure that the RDO Sensor Cap is pressed firmly over the sensor lens and is
flush with the instrument before submerging in liquid.
lReplace the cable if insulation or connectors are damaged.
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General Specifications
Operating
temperature -5 to 50° C (23 to 122° F)
Storage temperature Components without fluid: -40 to 65° C (-40 to 149° F)
pH/ORP probes: -5 to 65° C
Dimensions
4.7 cm (1.85 in.) OD x 59.2 cm (23.3 in.) with restrictor
installed (including connector)
With bail: 72.9 cm (28.7 in.)
Weight 1.45 kg (3.2 lbs) - includes all sensors, batteries, bail
Wetted materials
(sonde and sensors)
Ceramic, Delrin™, Inconel™, PC, PC alloy, Platinum,
Nylon, Santoprene™,Titanium, Viton™
Environmental rating
IP68 with all sensors and cable attached. IP67 with
sensors removed, battery cover removed, or cable
detached
Max pressure rating Up to 350 PSI
Communication RS485/MODBUS, SDI-12, Bluetooth®
Reading rate 1 reading every 2 seconds for one parameter, no wipe
Internal memory116 MB
Additional memory,
micro SD card28 GB included, any size micro SD accepted
Logging rate 1 minute to 99 hours
Logging modes Linear, Linear Average, Event
Data logging 50 logs (defined, scheduled to run, or stored)
LCD screen Integrated display shows status of sonde, sensor
ports, data log, battery, and connectivity
Internal power
Battery life3
(2) user-replaceable D-cell alkaline batteries
>6 months typical with wiping
>9 months typical without wiping
External power
voltage4
External power
current4
8-36 VDC, 275 mA maximum (not required)
Sleep: 0.10 mA typical
Measurement: 15 mA typical, 45 mA maximum
Interface Win-Situ 5 Software, VuSitu Mobile App on select
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Cable Vented or non-vented polyurethane or vented Tefzel®
Hex screw driver 0.050 in. (1.3 mm)
Software Interface
Android: VuSitu available on the Google Play Store
(Android 4.4 or above, requires Bluetooth 2.0)
Windows: Win-Situ 5
Data Services: HydroVu
Certifications CE, FCC, WEEE, RoHS compliant
Warranty
2 year - sonde, sensors (excluding pH/ORP);
1 year - pH/ORP sensor
Other - see warranty policy at www.in-situ.com
Notes
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Android is a trademark of Google, Inc. Bluetooth is a
trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Delrin and Tefzel are
trademarks of E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Co.
Santoprene is a trademark of ExxonMobile. Inconel is
a trademark of Special Metals Corporation. Viton is a
registered trademark of DuPont Performance
Elastomers L.L.C.
1For 30 parameters>100,000 data records, > 3 years at 15 minute interval. A
single data record includes timestamp, temperature,RDO, pH, ORP, turbidity,
and conductivity logged in Linear or Linear Average mode.
2Log data recorded to SD card in comma delimited variable (CSV) file format.
3Logging all sensors at 15 minute interval on 2 D-cell alkaline batteries.
Battery life dependent on site conditions and wiping.
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Instrument Dimensions with Restrictor On
Total length with connector 59.16 cm (23.29 in.)
Diameter 47 mm (1.85 in.)
Instrument Dimensions with Restrictor Off
Total length with wiper brush on 55.14 cm (21.72 in.)
Total length with wiper brush off 51.53 cm (20.29 in.)
Diameter 41.66 mm (1.64 in.)
Sensor Specifications
Sensor Summary
Sensors Shelf
Life
Field
Life*
Recommended
Calibration
Frequency*
Pressure
Rating -
PSI
Usable
Depth
Meters Feet
Temperature
Range
pH/ORP 15
months
1 year
or
greater
10 to 12 weeks 350 246 807 - 5 to 50° C
RDO NA
2 years
or
greater
12 months 350 246 807 - 5 to 50° C

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Conductivity NA
2 years
or
greater
User
calibration
only if needed
350 246 807 - 5 to 50° C
Temperature NA
2 years
or
greater
NA 350 246 807 - 5 to 50° C
Turbidity NA
2 years
or
greater
User
calibration only
if needed
350 246 807 - 5 to 50° C
Pressure NA
2 years
or
greater
User
calibration only
if needed
12.8
42.7
108
285
9
30
76
200
30
100
250
650
- 5 to 50° C
Barometric
Pressure NA
2 years
or
greater
User
calibration only
if needed
NA NA NA - 5 to 50° C
* Field life and calibration frequency dependent on site conditions.
See the Aqua TROLL 600 specification sheet for sensor specifications.
Barometric Pressure Sensor Specifications
Accuracy ±1.0 mbar
Range 300 to 1,100 mbar
Resolution 0.1 mbar
Sensor Type Fixed
Response
Time T63<1s, T90<1s, T95<1s
Units of
Measure psi, kPa, bar, mbar, mmHg, inHg
Methodology Silicon strain gauge
Conductivity Sensor Specifications
Accuracy* ±0.5% of reading plus 1 μS/cm from 0 to 100,000 μS/cm;
±1.0% of reading from 100,000 to 200,000 μS/cm
Range 0 to 350,000 μS/cm
Resolution 0.1 µS/cm
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Response
Time T63<1s, T90<3s, T95<5s
Units of
Measure
Actual conductivity: μS/cm, mS/cm
Specific conductivity: μS/cm, mS/cm
Salinity: PSU
Total dissolved solids: ppt, ppm
Resistivity: Ohms-cm
Density: g/cm3
Methodology Std. Methods 2510, EPA 120.1
*Accuracy at calibration points.
Total Dissolved Solids
TDS is derived from conductivity and temperature.
Range 0 to 350 ppt
Resolution 0.1 ppt
Units of
Measure ppt, ppm
Salinity
TDS is derived from conductivity and temperature.
Range 0 to 350 PSU
Resolution 0.1 PSU
Units of
Measure PSU
Methodology Std. Methods 2520A
Dissolved Oxygen RDO Sensor Specifications
Accuracy
±0.1 mg/L from 0 to 8 mg/L
±0.2 mg/L from 8 to 20 mg/L
±10% of reading from 20 to 50 mg/L
Range
0 to 8 mg/L
8 to 20 mg/L
20 to 50 mg/L
Full operating range: 0 to 50 mg/L; 0 to 500% saturation
Resolution 0.01 mg/L
Sensor Type Removable with replaceable RDO-X Cap

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Response
Time RDO-X Cap: T63<15s, T90<45s, T95<60s
Units of
Measure mg/L, % saturation, ppm
Methodology
EPA-approved In-Situ Methods (under the Alternate Test
Procedure process): 1002-8-2009, 1003-8-2009, 1004-8-
2009
Level, Depth, Pressure Sensor Specifications
Accuracy Typical ±0.1% full scale (FS)
Range
Non-vented or Vented
9.0 m (30 ft) - Burst: 27 m (90 ft)
30 m (100 ft) - Burst: 40 m (130 ft)
76 m (250 ft) - Burst: 107 m (350 ft)
200 m (650 ft) - Burst: 229 m (750 ft)
Resolution ±0.01% FS or better
Sensor Type Fixed
Response
Time T63<1s, T90<1s, T95<1s
Units of
Measure
Pressure: psi, kPa, bar, mbar, mmHg, inHg, cmH2O, inH2O
Level: mm, cm, m, in, ft, cmH2O, inH2O
Methodology Piezoresistive; ceramic
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ORP Sensor Specifications
Accuracy* ±5.0 mV @ 25° C
Range ±1,400 mV
Resolution 0.1 mV
Sensor Type Replaceable pH/ORP combo sensor
Response
Time** T63<3s, T90<15s, T95<30s
Units of
Measure mV
Methodology Std. Methods 2580
*Accuracy from standard at 25° C.
**At thermal equilibrium immediately following calibration, measuring from air
to +400 mV
pH Sensor Specifications
Accuracy ±0.1 pH units or better
Range 0 to 14 pH units
Resolution 0.01 pH unit
Sensor Type Replaceable pH/ORP combo sensor
Response
Time* T63<1s, T90<2s, T95<3s
Units of
Measure pH units
Methodology Std. Methods 4500-H+, EPA 150.2
*At thermal equilibrium.
Temperature Sensor Specifications
Accuracy ±0.1° C
Range -5 to 50° C (23 to 122° F)
Resolution 0.01° C
Sensor Type Replaceable
Response
Time T63<2s, T90<15s, T95<30s