sewerin LS300CE User manual

103971
Operating
Instructions
S
ePem® 0
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Measurable success by Sewerin equipment
You settled on a precision instrument.
A good choice!
Our equipment stands out for guaranteed safety, optimal output and
efficiency.
They correspond with the national and international guidelines.
These operating instructions will help you to handle the instrument quickly
and competently.
Please pay close attention to our operating instructions before usage.
In case of further queries our staff is at your disposal at any time.
Yours
Hermann Sewerin GmbH
Robert-Bosch-Straße 3
D-33334 Gütersloh
: +49 - (0) - 52 41/9 34-0
FAX :< +49 - (0) - 52 41/9 34-4 44
www.sewerin.com
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Components of the SePem 02 system
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Fig. 1: Components of the SePem 02system (carrying box variant)
1 SePem devices (data loggers)
2Charging adapter for up to six SePem devices;
optionally available as carrying case or box
3Power supply unit for charging the devices
4Connection cable for the data exchange between
SePem software and devices
SePem software for evaluating data on the PC (not shown in fig.)

Before the system is used for the first time ...
Put stickers with device numbers on the SePem devices
Place SePem devices in the charging adapter
Connect the required cables
Boot the computer and start the program
Save device numbers on the PC with the help of the SePem software
Define a measurement time scheme
Preparing the measurement
Place SePem devices in the charging adapter
Connect the required cables
Boot the computer and start the program
Click on the Assistant button and select item Preparing devices for
measuring
Enter the measurement place
Print out a distribution list
Measuring
Install the SePem devices on the pipes or hydrants as specified on the list
Collect the SePem devices after the measurements
Evaluating the measurements
Place SePem devices in the charging adapter
Connect the required cables
Boot the computer and start the program
Read out the devices
Click on the Assistant button and select item Reading measurements
from devices
Print out the measurement data
Call up the history of the measurement place
Note:
This overview can be used for the first orientation. All actions
are described in detail in the operating instructions.
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Commissioning of the SePem 02 system – Brief instructions

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103971 - 05.12.2003 - V 1.X
S e P e m ® 0 2
Electronic Measuring
and Data Logging System
Operating Instructions

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For your safety
This product may only be used after the operating instructions have been
read and understood and only by appropriately trained operators.
This product may only be used for its designated purpose, and only in
industry and trade.
Repair work may only be carried out by appropriately trained persons.
Changes and modifications to the product may only be carried out with the
consent of Hermann Sewerin GmbH. Unauthorised modifications to the
product render the warranty null and void.
Only accessories from Hermann Sewerin GmbH may be used with this
product.
Only spare parts approved by us may be used for repairs.
Hermann Sewerin GmbH bears no liability for damage attributable to non-
compliance with these instructions. The terms of warranty and liability of
the conditions of sale and delivery of Hermann Sewerin GmbH are not
extended by the above.
We reserve the right to make technical modifications in the interests of
further development.
Please comply with general safety rules in addition to these instructions!

Note:
This symbol is used to call attention to information and tips
which may be helpful and which are exceeding the basic
operating procedures.
This refers to specific procedures, functions, actions etc.,
which - if neglected - may lead to errors, troubles or
damages as well as to useful advice which may help to
optimise working with the SePem 02 system.
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Used Symbols & Notes on the copyright
Used Symbols
CAUTION!
This symbol is used to indicate dangers which may either
result in hazards for the operators or in severe damage - or
even destruction - of the product.
If you do not pay attention to these warnings serious injuries
or accidents may occur and the component, system and/or
the processed product may be damaged or destroyed.
Notes on the copyright
All rights are reserved – including the translation. For this reason, reproduction, copying,
propagation, or any other use by a third party of these operating instructions – whether in
parts or as a whole – is strictly prohibited without prior written consent by Hermann Sewerin
GmbH. This does not apply to the cases explicitly mentioned in §53, 54 UrhG [German
copyright law].
These operating instructions are prepared and worked out with utmost care. However,
errors cannot be completely ruled out. Hermann Sewerin GmbH cannot be held responsible
or made liable in any way for possible errors and their consequences.
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Contents Page
1 Introduction................................................................................ 9
2 Safety Instructions.................................................................. 10
2.1 Intended Usage ......................................................................... 10
2.2 Inappropriate Usage ...................................................................11
2.3 Directives and Requirements .....................................................11
2.3.1 EMC Directive .............................................................................11
2.3.2 Low Voltage Directive / Electrical Safety ....................................11
2.4 Application Fields and Requirements for the Site of Operation 12
2.5 Other Safety Instructions ........................................................... 14
3 System Overview .................................................................... 15
3.1 Components of the SePem 02 System .................................... 15
3.1.1 SePem Device ........................................................................... 15
3.1.2 Charging Adapter ....................................................................... 18
3.1.3 Power Supply Unit and Cable .................................................... 20
3.1.4 Accessories ............................................................................... 21
3.1.5 SePem Software........................................................................ 22
4 Installing and Configuring the Software .............................. 23
4.1 Minimum Requirements ............................................................. 23
4.1.1 Minimum Requirements to the Hardware ................................... 23
4.1.2 System Requirements for the SePem Software ....................... 23
4.2 Notes on the CD-ROM ............................................................... 23
4.3 Installation from CD-ROM .......................................................... 24
4.3.1 Network Installation .................................................................... 27
4.4 De-installing the SePem Software ............................................. 27
4.5 Releasing the Software .............................................................. 28
5 Commissioning ....................................................................... 29
6 Preparing Measurements....................................................... 30
6.1 Preparation - Part 1 .................................................................... 30
6.2 Preparation - Part 2 .................................................................... 31
7 Intended Purpose and Principle of Operation .................... 32
7.1 Noise Sensors ........................................................................... 32
7.1.1 Functionality and Measuring Principle........................................ 32
7.1.2 Procedures for Recording Data................................................. 34
7.1.3 Problems during the Application of Noise Sensors ................... 34
7.2 Installing SePem Devices at the Measurement Location .......... 35
7.2.1 Installing SePem Devices on Underground Hydrants ............... 37

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7.2.2 Installation on the Conduit Pipe ................................................. 39
7.2.3 Installation on Overground Hydrants .......................................... 39
8 Performing Measurements -
The Most Important Steps at a Glance ................................. 40
8.1 Starting the Program .................................................................. 40
8.2.1 Fading In/Out the Help Assistant ............................................... 42
8.2 Calling Up the Help Assistant ..................................................... 42
8.2.2 Installing the Help Assistant Later On ........................................ 43
8.3 Placing SePem Devices ............................................................ 44
8.3.1 Entering the Date of the First Measurement .............................. 45
8.3.2 Setting Up or Modifying a Measurement Time Scheme ............ 46
8.3.3 Entering Project Names and Measurement Places ................... 48
8.3.4 Defining Device Changes .......................................................... 49
8.3.5 Transmitting Settings to the SePem Devices and Printing Out a
Distribution List........................................................................... 50
8.4 Placing SePem Devices ............................................................ 50
8.5 Collecting SePem Devices ........................................................ 51
8.6 Reading Out SePem Devices ................................................... 51
8.7 Showing Stored Measurements ................................................. 52
8.8 Printing Out Measurement Data ................................................. 52
9 Power Supply of the SePem Devices................................... 53
9.1 Accumulator Operation .............................................................. 53
9.1.1 Charging Devices with the Help of the Plug-In Power Supply ... 54
9.1.2 Charging Inside a Vehicle .......................................................... 54
10 Signal Indication on the Charging Adapter ......................... 55
10.1 Position of the Signal Indicators ................................................ 55
10.2 Preparing the Signal Indicator Query ......................................... 56
10.2.1 Query with Available Power Source ........................................... 56
10.2.2 Query Using a Voltage Generator .............................................. 56
10.3 Operating Principle and Meaning of the Signal Indications ....... 57
10.3.1 Operating Principle .................................................................... 57
10.3.2 Meaning of the Signal Indications .............................................. 58
11 Menus and Functions of the SePem Software.................... 59
11.1 File Menu.................................................................................... 59
11.1.1 Show measurement data ........................................................... 59
11.1.2 Editing measurement places and comments ............................ 84
11.1.3 Repairing the database .............................................................. 86
11.1.4 Importing measurement data ..................................................... 88

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11.1.5 Exporting measurement data ..................................................... 89
11.1.6 Printing ....................................................................................... 92
11.1.7 Adjust page settings .................................................................. 96
11.1.8 Exiting the SePem software....................................................... 96
11.2 The Devices menu ..................................................................... 97
11.2.1 Prepare for measuring ............................................................... 97
11.2.2 Adjust settings ......................................................................... 102
11.2.3 Reading out the devices ...........................................................111
11.2.4 Start diagnostics....................................................................... 112
11.3 The Settings menu ................................................................... 115
11.3.1 Program settings ...................................................................... 115
11.3.2 Help assistant........................................................................... 127
11.4 The View menu ........................................................................ 128
11.4.1 Information on the symbol bar ................................................. 128
11.4.2 Information on the status bar ................................................... 129
11.5 The Help menu......................................................................... 130
11.5.1 Calling up the Help menu ......................................................... 130
11.5.2 Establishing direct contact ....................................................... 131
11.5.3 Info about SePem 02............................................................... 133
12 Help and Advice..................................................................... 134
12.1 Frequently Asked Questions.................................................... 134
12.2 How to ... .................................................................................. 138
12.3 If you cannot cure a fault ... ...................................................... 138
13 Maintenance (Replacing Batteries and Accumulators) ... 139
14 Exchanging the Sensor........................................................ 142
Appendix ................................................................................ 143
Technical Data / Features ........................................................ 143
Structure and layout of important SePem files ........................ 144
Example of a distribution list....................................................... 150
Example of a measurement data printout - compact list format ... 152
Example of a measurement data printout - detailed list format .... 154
Declaration of Conformity ........................................................ 156
Abbreviations and glossary...................................................... 157
Software release history .......................................................... 158
Accessories - SePem 02 ........................................................ 159
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1 Introduction
The SePem 02 system is designed for detecting leaks and ana-
lyzing water piping networks. The system excels in safety, opti-
mum performance and efficiency. Beyond that, it complies with
all valid national and international directives.
This manual will help you to work with the SePem 02 system in
no time.
Note:
Adhere strictly to all operating and safety instructions!
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2 Safety Instructions
2.1 Intended Usage
SePem 02 is a modular system for acquiring and evaluating
measured values. Depending on the installed sensor type, it can
be used for a large variety of applications (see chapter 7).
Note:
The SePem 02 system may only be used by qualified
staff of water supply companies, skilled workers,
master mechanics/electricians and technicians.
The components of the SePem 02 system are constructed in
compliance with all obligatory legal regulations and established
safety rules. They correspond to the current state of technology
and to the requirements of EU conformity.
Nevertheless, it cannot be completely ruled out that the system
components may cause injuries or damage to goods when hand-
led improperly or incorrectly (see chapter 2.2).
Note:
The appropriate usage depends on the installed type
of sensor. Refer to chapter 7 for more information.
Adhere exactly to all safety instructions to avoid injuries or dama-
ge to goods.
The local safety and accident prevention specifications, such as
VBG 4 and DIN VDE 015, apply to the operation of the system
and/or its components.
All functional groups, including the software, correspond to the
current state of technology. They can be reliably operated when
the system and/or its components are appropriately used.
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2.2 Inappropriate Usage
Every type of usage exceeding or deviating from the usage spe-
cified in chapter 2.1 is considered as inappropriate.
The manufacturer cannot be made liable for any injuries or da-
mages resulting from inappropriate usage.
2.3 Directives and Requirements
2.3.1 EMC Directive
This product meets the requirements of EU directive 89/336/EEC,
“Electromagnetic Compatibility”. According to the CE mark it is
rated for the following field of application:
Fields of application: Tested:
Noise immunity Radiated interference:
Residential, commercial EN 61000-6 EN 61000-6
and industrial areas Parts 1 and 2 Parts 3 and 4
Note:
The electromagnetic behaviour of the entire system
can be influenced by the characteristics of the used
computer system.
The certificate of conformity can be found in the
appendix of this manual.
2.3.2 Low Voltage Directive / Electrical Safety
This product meets the requirements of EU directive 73/23/EEC,
”Low Voltage Directive”. The delivered power supply units meets
the requirements for separating and safety current transformers
according to standard EN 60 742 (1995).
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2.4 Application Fields and Requirements for the Site of
Operation
The following tables contain information on the requirements which
must be fulfilled to permit the operation of
the SePem devices and/or
power supply unit and adapter for recharging the batteries.
SePem devices
Ingress protection of the housing: IP 68
Splash-proof: YES
Outdoor operation: YES
Underwater operation: up to a water depth of 1 m
Permissible water pressure: normal atmosphere
Permissible relative humidity: 100 %
Power supply: permissible operating
temperature range
Alkaline-Mangan battery: - 20 °C ... + 50 °C
Lithium Iron Disulphide battery(Li/FeS2):- 30 °C ... + 60 °C
Rechargeable NiCd battery: - 20 °C ... + 60 °C
Use in aggressive media: NO
Other liquids except for water: NO
Application in explosion-
hazardous surroundings: NO
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Power supply unit and adapter
Ingress protection of the housing: IP 20
Splash-proof: NO
Permissible relative humidity: up to 90 % (without dewing)
Permissible operating
temperature range: + 5 °C ... + 40 °C
Application in explosion-
hazardous surroundings: NO
Power supply/mains supply: 1/N/230 V~ / 50 Hz
Protective insulation: Class of insulation 2
Unattended charging
via mains connection: YES
Unattended charging via car battery: YES
Power supply in vehicle: 12 V: YES, via adapter
24 V: NO
CAUTION!
Power supply unit and charging adapter may never
get wet or humid. For this reason, always charge
devices in dry indoor locations.
Power supply unit and charging adapter may be
operated outdoors for short periods (e. g. for reading
out data), provided that they are sufficiently protected
against rain.
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2.5 Other Safety Instructions
Read these operating instructions attentively. Pay attention to the
instructions on use included this manual!
CAUTION!
Adhere strictly to all valid accident prevention
regulations!
Charging Mode
Unattended charging using the mains or the car battery is only
permitted with the original SEWERIN plug-in power supply and/
or car connection cable!
Opening the SePem Devices
Only persons who are sufficiently qualified or instructed by
SEWERIN may perform repairs, changes and modifications on
SePem components. Otherwise injuries or damages to the de-
vices cannot be ruled out.
Inappropriately performed works and repairs can damage the
integral safety and protection functions. In addition, the electro-
magnetic behaviour of the SePem devices may be altered so
that injuries and damages to the devices may occur!
Use only original spare parts and accessories which are appro-
ved by SEWERIN!
Replacing Accumulators, Batteries and Sensors
Before replacing accumulators, batteries or sensors, it is abso-
lutely required to read chapter 13. If the instructions listed in this
chapter are ignored, injuries and damages to the SePem de-
vices cannot be ruled out.
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3 System Overview
You can find an comprehensive view of the individual system
components on the front folding page (fig. 1).
3.1 Components of the SePem 02 System
The basic version of the SePem system includes the following
components:
SePem devices (see chapter 3.1.1)
Carrying case or box with charging adapter for 6 devices (see
chapter 3.1.2)
Power supply unit and cable (see chapter 3.1.3)
CD-ROM with SePem software (see chapters 3.1.5, 4.2, 11)
Accessories, such as:
Voltage generator
Car connection cable
Various adapters for the connection to hydrants
3.1.1 SePem Device
SePem devices are data loggers. They are used to detect and
store measuring data in water supply networks ”on the spot”. A
SePem device consists of:
Base unit with measured value memory integrated in the
stainless steel housing (SePem K)
an exchangeable, easily detachable sensor
(e. g. noise sensor SePem G)
Both parts form a compact, robust and waterproof unit.
Thanks to the modular structure of the SePem devices, several
sensor types can be combined with the same base unit (e. g.
noise, pressure or temperature sensors).
Note:
Six SePem devices form a device set for which a
single charging adapter is rated.
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electrical contact
Guide slot
SePem base unit (SePem K)
Sensor, shown in the illustration:
SePem G(for noise measurements)
Fig. 2: Structure of a SePemdevice
3 System Overview
Compartments for
accumulators/batteries
Switch for accumulator/
battery operation
Compartments for
accumulators/batteries
Fig. 3: Opened SePem device (top view)

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3 System Overview
Each SePem device is supplied with four accumulator cells (for-
ming a set) and is ready to use immediately after charging. As an
alternative, also commercially available, non-rechargeable bat-
teries may be used.
SePem devices are additionally provided with a charging auto-
matism ensuring that the SePem devices after automatically char-
ged after being placed in the charging adapter (provided that the
charging adapter is supplied with power).
Note:
Make sure that the screw connection between base
unit and sensor is never loosened by mistake.
Otherwise, problems during the acquisition of
measurement data may occur or moisture may enter
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3.1.2 Charging Adapter
The charging adapter permits to recharge1and read out up to six
SePem devices at the same time.
Depending on the selected equipment variant, the charging ad-
apter is either integrated into a carrying case or box (see fig. 4
and 5).
Note:
The functionality of both equipment types is identical
- in spite of the differing design.
The charging adapter is provided with:
Six slots for holding the SePem devices
Connector socket (12 V =) for the connection to a power source
Interface for the connection of a further charging adapter (not
indicated in fig. 4, due to its position on the rear of the box)
Interface for the data exchange with a personal computer
Signal LEDs for the indication of operating conditions
The Signal LEDs are located:
between the slots for holding the SePem devices (carrying
box)
OR
on a separate indicator panel (carrying case)
1SePem devices with inserted batteries cannot be recharged.