Sartorius BioPAT Flow User manual

85037-553-37
Operating Instructions
Original Operating Instructions
BioPAT®Flow
BioPAT®FlowDINAmplifier Box | BioPAT®Flowplus Amplifier Box | BioPAT®Flow Clamp-on
Ultrasonic Flow Meter for Single-use Applications

BioPAT®Flow Operating Instructions 3
Contents
Contents
1 About these Instructions............................................................. 8
1.1 Validity .............................................................................8
1.2 Accompanying Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
1.3 Target Groups......................................................................8
1.4 Symbols Used......................................................................9
1.4.1 Warnings in Operation Descriptions........................................9
1.4.2 Other Symbols..............................................................9
2 Safety Instructions .................................................................. 10
2.1 Intended Use......................................................................10
2.1.1 Modifications to the Device ...............................................10
2.1.2 Repairs and Maintenance on the Device ..................................11
2.1.3 Repairs to the Device......................................................11
2.2 Personnel Qualification ...........................................................11
2.3 Significance of these Instructions.................................................11
2.4 Device Functionality ..............................................................12
2.5 Electrical Equipment..............................................................12
2.5.1 Damage to the Device’s Electrical Equipment.............................12
2.5.2 Power Supply Unit and Power Supply Cable...............................12
2.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility ...................................................13
2.7 Damage Caused by Chemical Substances........................................13
2.8 Damage Caused by Ultrasonic Waves ............................................13
2.9 Conduct in an Emergency ........................................................14
2.10 Accessories, Consumables, and Spare Parts ......................................14
2.11 Personal Protective Equipment...................................................14
2.12 Risk of Explosions and Fire ........................................................15
2.13 Control and Regulation of Safety Measures.......................................15
2.14 Overheating of Device and AC Adapter...........................................15
3 Device Description...................................................................16
3.1 Device Overview ..................................................................16
3.1.1 BioPAT®..........................................................16
3.1.2 BioPAT®..........................................................17
3.2 Connections ......................................................................18
3.2.1 BioPAT® .........................................................18
3.2.2 BioPAT®FlowDIN .........................................................19
3.3 Caps ..............................................................................19
3.4 Pin Assignment ..................................................................20
3.4.1 BioPAT®Flowplus Analog Connections...................................20
3.4.2 BioPAT®Flowplus Digital Connection ....................................20
3.4.3 BioPAT®.....................................21
3.4.4 BioPAT®..........................................21
3.5 BioPAT®Clamp-on...............................................................22
3.6 Operating Principle .............................................................. 23
3.6.1 Flow Rate Measurement..................................................23
3.6.2 Data Transmission ........................................................23

4 BioPAT®Flow Operating Instructions
Contents
4 Operating Design ...................................................................24
4.1 BioPAT®FlowDIN ................................................................24
4.2 BioPAT® ................................................................ 24
4.2.1 Navigating in Menus (BioPAT®Flowplus).................................25
5 Installation ..........................................................................27
5.1 Scope of Delivery .................................................................27
5.1.1 BioPAT®Flowplus Scope of Delivery.......................................27
5.1.2 Scope of Delivery of BioPAT® ........................................28
5.1.3 Scope of Delivery of BioPAT® ............................28
5.2 Selecting an Installation Site .....................................................29
5.2.1 Power Supply Overview ..................................................30
5.3 Checking Current Loops (BioPAT® ....................................32
5.3.1 Power Supply of Flow and RSS Current Loop via Device .................32
5.3.2 Power Supply of Flow and RSS Current Loops via
External Voltage Source ..................................................33
5.3.3 Checking the Function of Flow and RSS Current Loops..................34
5.4 Checking Current Loops (BioPAT® .....................................37
5.4.1 Power Supply of Flow and RSS Current Loop via Device ..................37
5.4.2 Power Supply of Flow and RSS Current Loops via
External Voltage Source ..................................................38
5.4.3 Checking the Function of Flow and RSS Current Loops..................40
5.4.4 Checking ExternalVoltage Source .......................................42
5.5 Unpacking .......................................................................42
5.6 Setting Up BioPAT® ....................................................42
5.7 Assembling the BioPAT® ...............................................43
5.8 Connecting the Power Supply Unit ..............................................43
5.9 Connecting the BioPAT® ...............................................44
5.9.1 Connecting the Device to the Power Supply Unit ........................44
  ........45
5.9.3 Connecting the Analog Interface......................................... 47
5.9.4 Connecting the Digital Interface .........................................48
5.9.5 Checking Unused Terminals..............................................49
5.10 Connecting the BioPAT® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
5.10.1 Connecting the Digital Interface .........................................50
5.10.2 Connecting the Device to an ExternalVoltage Source ....................51
  ........53
5.10.4 Connecting the Extension Cord for the BioPAT® ..............53
5.10.5 Setting up External Zeroing ..............................................54
  .................................. 57
5.11.1 Checking Initialization Parameters ....................................... 57
5.11.2 Checking DataTransmission via Digital Interface......................... 57
5.11.3 Programming Applications ...............................................59
5.12 Data Transmission via Digital Interface ..........................................60
5.12.1 Examples of Output Strings ..............................................60
5.12.2 Example of Responses to Serial Commands...............................61
5.12.3 Examples of Status Information ...........................................61

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Contents
6 Process Preparation.................................................................63
6.1 Checking Process Parameters ...................................................63
6.2 Connecting the BioPAT®..............................................63
6.3 Inserting the BioPAT®® ............64
6.3.1 Inspecting the BioPAT®........................................64
6.3.2 Inserting the BioPAT®Flow Pipe in the BioPAT® ...............64
6.3.3 Inserting Tubing in the BioPAT® ...............................65
6.4 Switching on the Device .........................................................66
6.4.1 Switching on the BioPAT®.......................................66
6.4.2 Switching on the BioPAT® ......................................66
6.5 Adjusting the Brightness (BioPAT® .....................................67
6.6 Parameter List for the BioPAT® .........................................67
7 Operation...........................................................................68
 ...................................68
7.2 Changing Settings in Parallel (BioPAT®................................68
7.3 Data Transmission via Analog Interface ..........................................69
7.3.1 Checking FlowValues ....................................................69
7.3.2 Converting the Current Output Signal into a Flow Rate..................70
7.4 Selecting Calibration Table........................................................71
7.4.1 BioPAT®FlowDIN..........................................................72
7.4.2 BioPAT®Flowplus..........................................................72
7.5 Selecting the Calibration Factor ..................................................73
7.5.1 BioPAT®FlowDIN..........................................................73
7.5.2 BioPAT®Flowplus..........................................................73
7.6 Checking the Acoustic Coupling..................................................74
7.7 Setting the Zero Point.............................................................76
7.7.1 Zeroing Using the Device Zeroing Key (BioPAT®................76
7.7.2 Remote Zeroing (BioPAT® ......................................77
7.8 Monitoring the FlowValue and RSS Value ....................................... 78
7.9 Data Transmission through Analog Interfaces Alone (BioPAT® ........ 78
7.10 Totalizing Measured Values (BioPAT® ................................. 79
7.10.1 Starting Totalizing ........................................................ 79
7.10.2 Display of the Total Flow..................................................80
7.10.3 Automatic Interruption of the Totalizing Process ........................80
7.10.4 Interrupting Totalizing .....................................................81
7.10.5 Resetting the Totalizer.....................................................81
7.11 Checking Status Information.....................................................82
7.11.1 BioPAT®.........................................................82
7.11.2 BioPAT®Flowplus.........................................................82
7.12 Checking Error Messages (BioPAT® ...................................82
7.13 Ending the Process ..............................................................83
7.13.1 Removing the BioPAT®
BioPAT® .......................................................83
7.14 Switching Off the Device.........................................................83

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8 Cleaning and Maintenance .........................................................84
8.1 Selecting Cleaning Agents.......................................................84
8.2 Cleaning the Device Surfaces and BioPAT®...........................84
8.3 Checking the BioPAT®..............................85
8.4 Maintenance Schedule ..........................................................85
9 Malfunctions........................................................................86
9.1 General Malfunctions ............................................................86
9.2 Missing or Erratic Flow and RSS Values .......................................... 87
9.2.1 Checking Process Conditions ............................................88
9.3 Display Malfunctions (BioPAT® ........................................88
9.4 Missing or Incorrect Current Output Signals ....................................89
9.4.1 Analog Interface “Flow”...................................................89
9.4.2 Analog Interface “RSS” ...................................................90
9.4.3 Digital Interface “Digital Out”.............................................90
9.5 Status Messages (Display or Process Control) ...................................92
9.6 Error Messages (Display or Process Control).....................................93
9.7 Restarting the System............................................................95
10 Decommissioning ...................................................................96
10.1 Decommissioning................................................................96
11 Transport............................................................................96
11.1 Transporting the Device..........................................................96
12 Storage and Shipping ...............................................................97
12.1 Storage........................................................................... 97
12.2 Shipping-related Tasks|Returns ................................................. 97
13 Disposal.............................................................................98
13.1 Information on Decontamination ................................................98
13.2 Dismounting .....................................................................98
13.2.1 BioPAT®Flowplus.........................................................98
13.2.2 BioPAT®FlowDIN.........................................................99
13.3 Disposing of Device and Parts ...................................................99
13.3.1 Information on Disposal ..................................................99
14 Technical Data .....................................................................100
14.1 Device...........................................................................100
14.1.1 Dimensions, Weights, and Materials.....................................100
14.1.2 Type of Assembly ........................................................100
14.1.3 Ambient Conditions .....................................................100
14.1.4 Electrical Specifications ..................................................101
14.1.5 Connections..............................................................101
14.1.6 Data Transmission .......................................................102
14.1.7 Requirements for the Control Box (BioPAT® ...102
14.1.8 Requirements for External Voltage Source ..............................103
14.1.9 Acoustic Output Data ...................................................103
14.1.10 AC Adapter (BioPAT®Flowplus) .........................................103

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14.2 BioPAT® ........................................................104
14.2.1 Dimensions, Weights, Materials .........................................104
14.2.2 Electrical Data, Resolution...............................................104
14.2.3 Measurement Accuracy .................................................105
14.2.4 Position of the Flow Sensor (Recommendation)......................... 107
14.2.5 Installing the Flow Sensor (Recommendations) ......................... 107
14.3 Suitable Cleaning and Disinfecting Agents .....................................108
14.4 Circuit Diagrams ................................................................109
14.4.1 Device Power Supply ....................................................109
14.4.2 Power Supply of Flow and RSS Current Loop via Device ..................111
14.4.3 Power Supply of Flow and RSS Current Loop via
External Voltage Source or Process Control ..............................113
15 Ordering Information ...............................................................117
15.1 Devices...........................................................................117
15.2 Consumables ....................................................................118
15.3 Spare Parts | Accessories.........................................................118
15.4 Services ..........................................................................119
16 Sartorius Service ....................................................................119
17 Conformity Documents .............................................................119
18 Index................................................................................121

8 BioPAT®Flow Operating Instructions
About these Instructions
1 About these Instructions
1.1 Validity
These instructions are part of the device. These instructions apply to the
device and the following versions of the product:
Signal Amplifier (Amplifier Box) Type
BioPAT®FlowDIN BPL0002
BioPAT®Flowplus BPL0003
Clamp-ons
BioPAT®Flow Clamp-on for
Single-use Pipes
BPL0010 | BPL0011 | BPL0012 |
BPL0013 | BPL0028
BioPAT®Flow Clamp-on for
Tubes
BPL0020 | BPL0021 | BPL0022 |
BPL0023 | BPL0024 | BPL0025 |
BPL0026 | BPL0027 | BPL0029 |
BPL0030 | BPL0031 | BPL0032
BioPAT®Flowplus Software Version
These operating instructions apply to software versions 3.0.0.0 and higher
1.2 Accompanying Documents
t In addition to these instructions, observe the following documentation:
— Instructions for the process control or the data processing system
— Instructions for the system into which the device is integrated
— Instructions for the tubing
— Instructions for accessories, e.g., flow sensor holder
— Documentation of custom modifications (where applicable)
1.3 Target Groups
These instructions are designed for the following target groups. The target
groups must possess the knowledge listed.
Target group Knowledge and Qualifications
User The user is familiar with the operation of the device
and the associated work processes. The user
understands the hazards which may arise when
working with the device and knows how to prevent
them. The user has been trained in the operation of
the device.

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About these Instructions
Target group Knowledge and Qualifications
Administrator TheAdministrator is responsible for integrating the
device into the production process. The administrator
ensures the reliable functioning of the system and
device software. The administrator is trained in the
operation of the device.
Electrician A qualified electrician who has the specialized
training, knowledge, and experience as well as
familiaritywith applicable standards and regulations to
evaluate the work assigned to him or her and identify
possible hazards.
Operator The operator of the device is responsible for
compliance with safety requirements and workplace
safety regulations. The operator must ensure that all
persons who work on the device have access to the
relevant information and have been instructed in work
on the device.
1.4 Symbols Used
1.4.1 Warnings in Operation Descriptions
WARNING
Denotes a hazard that may result in death or severe injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE
Denotes a hazard that may result in property damage if it is not avoided.
1.4.2 Other Symbols
t  Required action: Describes activities that must be carried out.
The actions in the sequence must be carried out in succession.
y Result: Describes the result of the activities carried out.
[ ] Text inside brackets refers to operating and display elements.
[ ] Text inside brackets indicates status, warning, and error
messages.
Figures on the Operating Display
The figures on the operating display of the device may differ from those in
these instructions.

10 BioPAT®Flow Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
2 Safety Instructions
2.1 Intended Use
The device is intended for non-invasive volumetric measurement of fluid
flows. The flow measurement is based on the ultrasonic transit time method.
The device must be connected to a process controller or a data acquisition
system. A suitable sensor device must be connected to the device
(BioPAT®117).
The device is intended exclusively for use in accordance with these
instructions. Any further use beyond this is considered improper.
If the device is used improperly:The device’s protective systems may be
impaired. This can lead to unforeseeable personal injury or property
damage.
Operating Conditions for the Device
Do not use the device in potentially explosive environments.The device
may only be used indoors.
The device may only be used with the equipment and under the operating
conditions described in the Technical Data section of these instructions.
Foreseeable Misuse
The use of the device is only safe when it is used properly.
The following applications, for example, are not permitted:
— Operation outside the permissible ambient conditions
— Use of combustible or explosive substances
— Use of gases
— Use in legal metrology
2.1.1 Modifications to the Device
If the device is modified, for example by attaching extra components: The
safety of the device may be impaired or the device compliance may lose its
validity.
If you have any queries regarding modifications to the device, contact
Sartorius.