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W551-B/C
UV254 COD Sensor

User Manual

Yantai Winmore Trade Co., Ltd.

Address: 701 of Zhongrun Building, No. 1889 Jintan East Road, Laishan Zone, Yantai City,
Shandong, China.
Email: [email protected]
Mobile/Whatsapp: 008615054520676
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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................................................3
1. Product Overview...................................................................................................................... 4
Test Principle..........................................................................................................................4
Sensor Features.......................................................................................................................4
1.1 Product Introduction.........................................................................................................4
1.2 Cable Definition............................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Technical Specifications...................................................................................................6
2. Installation................................................................................................................................. 7
2.1 Configuration....................................................................................................................7
2.2 Installation Precautions.................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Installation Steps.............................................................................................................. 8
3. Maintenance Schedule and Method...........................................................................................10
3.1 Maintenance Schedule.....................................................................................................10
3.2 Maintenance Method......................................................................................................10
3.3 Cleaning Brush Replacement......................................................................................... 12
4.Calibration................................................................................................................................ 13
4.1 Brief Introduction........................................................................................................... 13
4.2 Standard Solution Preparation........................................................................................13
5. Frequently Asked Questions....................................................................................................14
6.Warranty....................................................................................................................................15

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Introduction

Dear customers,
Thank you very much for purchasing Winmore high quality W551-B/C UV254 COD sensor.
Before you use it, please read this manual carefully, it will be of great help to the use and
maintenance of this instrument, and can avoid unnecessary troubles due to improper operation and
maintenance.
Please follow the operating procedures and precautions of this manual.
In order to ensure that the after-sales protection provided by this instrument is effective,
please do not use and maintain this instrument by methods other than those specified in this
manual.
Any failures and losses caused by non-compliance with the precautions specified in this
manual are not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and the manufacturer does not assume
any related responsibilities. Please keep all documents in a safe place. If you have any questions,
please contact our after-sales service department.
When you receive the instrument, please carefully open the package and check whether the
instrument and accessories are damaged due to transportation. If any damage is found, please
contact our company's after-sales service department, and save the packaging so that it can be sent
back for processing.
When the instrument fails, please do not repair it yourself, please contact our after-sales service
department.

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1. Product Overview
The W551-B/C COD sensor is based on the principle of ultraviolet absorption method,
combined with many application experiences, and has undergone a number of upgrades and
innovations on the basis of the previous generation. Not only the size is smaller, but also the
original split cleaning brush is integrated into one sensor, which makes the installation more
convenient and has higher reliability.
W551-B/C does not require reagents, is pollution-free, and is more economical and
environmentally friendly. Long-term online water quality monitoring can be performed.
Automatic compensation for turbidity interference, with automatic cleaning device, even with long
-term monitoring still has excellent stability.

Test Principle
Many organic substances dissolved in water absorb ultraviolet light. Therefore, by measuring
the degree of absorption of 254nm wavelength ultraviolet light by these organic substances, the total
amount of organic pollutants in the water can be measured. The W551-B/C sensor uses two light
sources, one 254nm ultraviolet light, one turbidity compensation, which can automatically eliminate
the interference of suspended substances in the water, so as to achieve more stable and reliable
measurement.

Sensor Features
● Digital sensor, RS-485 output, support Modbus.
● No reagents required, no pollution, more economical and environmentally friendly.
● Can measure parameters such as COD, TOC, turbidity and temperature.
● Automatically compensate for turbidity interference, with excellent test performance.
● With self-cleaning brush, it can prevent organisms from attaching, and the maintenance period is longer.

1.1 Product Introduction

W551-B Appearance W551-C Appearance

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W551-B Structure Dimension Diagram

W551-C Structure Dimension Diagram

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1.2 Cable Definition

4-wire AWG-24 or AWG-26 shielded wire. OD=5~5.5mm

1. Red—Power supply (VCC)

2. White—485 data line_B ( 485_B)
3. Green—485 data line_A (485_A)
4. Black—Grounded (GND)
5. Bare wire—Shield

1.3 Technical Specifications

Model W551-B W551-C

Interface Support RS-485, Modbus protocol
COD 0.5 to 370mg/L equiv.KHP 1 to 1500mg/L equiv.KHP
Measurement
Range
COD Accuracy ±5% equiv.KHP ±5% F.S. equiv.KHP
COD Resolution 0.01mg/L
TOC Measurement 0.3 to 150mg/L equiv.KHP 0.4 to 600mg/L equiv.KHP
Range
TOC Accuracy <5% equiv.KHP ±5% F.S. equiv.KHP
TOC Resolution 0.01mg/L
Turbidity 0-300 NTU 0-500 NTU
Measurement
Range
Turbidity ±5% or 0.5NTU ±5% F.S.
Accuracy
Turbidity 0.01NTU
Resolution
Temperature 0~50℃ (does not freeze)
Range
Enclosure IP IP68
Protection Level
Maximum 3 bar
Pressure
User Calibration 1 point or 2 points
Power Supply DC 12V -24V, current <50mA
(without cleaning brush)
Sensor Diameter 50 mm
Sensor Length 214 mm
Cable Length 10m (default)
Shell Material POM and 316L (customizable
titanium alloy)
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2. Installation

Note
Distribute the cables before proceeding.

2.1 Configuration

Standard Quantity Remarks

Configuration
COD Sensor 1
Protective Cover 1
Assembling adapter 1 Optional
mounting
parts
Cable 1
Brushing components 1
The following installation parts are optional
Elbow, installation back plate kit, etc.

2.2 Installation Precautions

1. When hanging the sensor, avoid the sensor hitting the wall or other water conservancy facilities caused by
water flow. If the water flow is very fast, please fix the sensor.
2. Considering the fluctuation of the water level, submerge the sensor below the lowest possible water level
30CM.
3. The sensor is installed in a place where there are no bubbles in the water, as far as possible from the
aeration port.
4. Considering the specific environment such as the deposition of impurities in the water body, it is
recommended to install the probe horizontally and keep the measurement window vertically downward.

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2.3 Installation Steps

Protective cover installation:
1. After taking out the sensor, you need to install a protective cover for the sensor, as shown in the picture
below (4 screws on the mesh cover need to be tightened).

2.After the protective cover is installed, please install the assembling adapter as shown in the picture:

Warning

1. Please install the protective cover correctly.

2. Please do not use the sensor cable to hoist the sensor.
3. Do not cover the measuring surface with hoisting accessories.

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Fixed installation on site:

1. It is recommended to perform fixed installation in two ways as shown in the following pictures (1) and (2);
among them the (1) hoisting method is elbow type, which is suitable for environments with no rapids and less
debris in the water bodies; the (2) hoisting method is guard plate hoisting, which is suitable for rapid flow
environment and has high installation stability.

（1） （2）

2. Optional accessories picture:

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3. Maintenance Schedule and Method
3.1 Maintenance Schedule
Although W551-B/C is equipped with a self-cleaning brush as standard, but bad working
conditions will still cause the sensor to be contaminated. In order to ensure accurate measurement,
cleaning is very important. Regular cleaning of the sensor is helpful to the stability of the data.

Maintenance task Recommended maintenance frequency

W551-B W551-C
Clean the sensor It is recommended to clean It is recommended to clean
once every 3~4 weeks once every 2~3 weeks
Calibrate the sensor According to working conditions and user needs, but no later
than once every 3 months
Replace with a new brush Replace with a new brush
Maintain and check the self- every 3~6 months (depending every 2 months (depending on
cleaning brush on the specific working the specific working
conditions); conditions);
return to the factory to replace return to the factory to replace
the dynamic seal every 18 the dynamic seal every 18
months months

3.2 Maintenance Method

1. Sensor outer surface cleaning: clean the outer surface of the sensor with tap water. If there are still debris
remaining, wipe it with a moist soft cloth. For some stubborn dirt, you can add some household detergent to
the tap water to clean.
2. Sensor measuring window surface clean: use a fine-bristle brush or a fine cotton swab to scrub the light
window, avoid scratching with sharp objects, so as not to scratch the light window.
3. Check the sensor cable: the cable should not be taut during normal operation, otherwise the internal wires
of the cable may be broken for a long time, causing the sensor to work abnormally.
4. Check the cleaning brush: check whether the brush is in effective contact with the light window, whether
it rotates normally, and whether it is loose; if the brush is severely worn and cannot scratch the window
surface, it needs to be replaced, if the brush is loose, it needs to be re-tightened.
5. Continuous use for 18 months, need to return to the factory to replace the dynamic sealing device.

▲ Precautions
1. The sensor contains sensitive optical components and electronic components. Make sure that the sensor is
not subject to mechanical shocks. There are no parts inside the sensor that need user maintenance.
2. The sensor self-cleaning brush has a geared motor inside. Under no circumstances should the cleaning
brush be rotated by external force (except for the operation of replacing the cleaning brush against the
wall), or obstruct the rotation of the cleaning brush. Larger external force factors can cause damage to
the geared motor.

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3. If there are many sundries in the water at the installation point, it is recommended to install a protective net
or a protective sleeve around the sensor to prevent sundries in the water from jamming the cleaning brush.
4. The sensor installation should avoid facing the water flow and the location with more air bubbles.

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3.3 Cleaning Brush Replacement

1. Place the sensor horizontally and rotate the rubber brush to be parallel to the structural surface.

2.Use a screwdriver to unscrew the screw.

3. Shake the rubber brush and pull out the rubber brush.

4.Align the grooved side of the rubber brush with the direction of the screw hole, and insert it into the fixing
hole to the bottom.
5.Reinstall the screws and tighten.

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4.Calibration
4.1 Brief Introduction

The W551-B/C COD sensor supports zero point self-calibration, one-point and two-point calibration.
Customers can also develop their own calibration functions according to the Modbus communication
protocol.

4.2 Standard Solution Preparation

4.2.1 Required appliance and raw materials

4.2.1.1 Appliance
Analytical balance, medicine spoon, 50mL beaker, 100mL graduated cylinder, glass rod, pipette, 1L
volumetric flask.

4.2.1.2 Raw materials

KHP (potassium hydrogen phthalate, C8H5KO4) , CAS# 877-24-7, as a commonly used stain in
environmental research, it can be used for COD calibration, deionized water.

4.2.2 Preparation method

1. Accurately weigh 1.2754 g of KHP into a 1000 mL flask. Use distilled or deionized water to make the
constant volume up to the highest scale, shake well to obtain a COD standard solution with a concentration of
1500mg/L;
2. Take 100mL of the standard solution in step 1. and inject it into a 1000 mL flask, and use distilled or
deionized water to make the constant volume up to the highest scale, shake well to obtain a COD standard
solution with a concentration of 150mg/L;
3. Other concentration standard solutions can be calculated and prepared according to the dilution method.

Note
1. It is best to prepare the standard solution for immediate use to ensure accuracy;
2. High-concentration mother liquor (such as 1500mg/L) can be sealed in a can and stored in the
refrigerator for subsequent dilution; the storage period is recommended not to exceed one month.

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5. Frequently Asked Questions

Table 5-1 lists the possible problems of the COD sensor and their solutions. If your problem is not
listed or the solution cannot solve your problem, please contact us.

Questions Possible causes Solutions

Abnormal power supply Check whether the power supply and wiring are
and wiring normal according to the instructions
Communication abnormal 1. Use our software to check whether the
Interface and protocol communication is normal
issues 2. Check according to the product supporting
communication protocol
Check whether the brush is entangled or jammed
by foreign objects, if so, please remove the
foreign objects;
Re-power on and observe whether the brush
Abnormal cleaning brush rotates. If it fails to rotate or rotates abnormally,
No change in value please contact our after-sales department.
Check whether the power supply meets the
requirements, and avoid the power failure due to
low power supply
Software and hardware
Please contact our after-sales department
abnormalities
The sensor is seriously Clean the sensor body, especially the surface of
contaminated the light window
The measured value is too
high, too low or the value is The sensor cleaning
Replace the cleaning brush
continuously unstable brush is worn out
Need to be calibrated Perform user calibration

Other questions Please contact our after-sales department

Table 5-1 Frequently Asked Questions List

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6.Warranty

This quality guarantee does not cover the following situations:

1. Damage caused by force majeure, natural disasters, social unrest, war (announced or unannounced),
terrorism, civil war or any government coercion.
2. Damage caused by improper use, negligence, accident or improper application and installation.
3. Shipping cost to ship the goods back to Yantai Winmore.
4. Expedited or express freight for parts or products within the scope of warranty.
5. Travel expenses for local warranty repairs.

This warranty includes all the contents of the warranty provided by Yantai Winmore on its products.
This warranty constitutes a final, complete and exclusive statement about the terms of the warranty. No
one or agent is authorized to make other warranties in the name of Yantai Winmore.
The above-mentioned remedial measures such as repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price are
special cases that do not violate this warranty, and the remedial measures such as replacement or refund of
the purchase price are all for the company's product itself. Based on strict liability obligations or other legal
theories, Yantai Winmore is not liable for any other damages caused by product defects or negligence in
operation, including subsequent damages that are causally related to these conditions.

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