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ACI-A-6.2.2-MAN-002, Rev 00 Page 1 of 79OWM Training Manual ©2010 Agar Corp. Inc. Proprietary and confidential information. Electronic versions of this document are uncontrolled except when accesseddirectly from Agar Corporation Inc. document control database. Printed versions are uncontrolled. User must verify correct revision before use.

Oil & Water Meter Training Manual

Table of Revisions

Date Revision VersionER

NumberDescription of Changes

June 21, 2010 00 5647 Initial Issue, created by Sue Huffman

Technical Reviewer Tony Phillips June 21, 2010

Reviewers Hakim Chekaba June 21, 2010

Approved for Issue Michael Kenny June 21, 2010

Corporation, Inc. - Accessed By Anthoney Phillips On 02/17/2012 4:08 PM


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Table of Contents

SECTION 1: Purpose and Scope ............................................................................................................................ 6

1.1 Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................ 6

1.2

Scope ............................................................................................................................................................... 6

SECTION 2:

Course Outline .................................................................................................................................... 6

2.1

Certification Levels ........................................................................................................................................... 6

2.2 Training Agenda ............................................................................................................................................... 8

2.3 OW Certification Competencies ..................................................................................................................... 13 2.3.1 Unit Description ................................................................................................................................. 13 2.3.2 Major Components ............................................................................................................................ 13 2.3.3

Recommended OWM Service Tool Kit ............................................................................................. 14

2.3.4

Initial Power Up ................................................................................................................................. 14

2.3.5

Connection to the Unit ...................................................................................................................... 15

2.3.6 Troubleshooting and Calibration ....................................................................................................... 15

2.3.7

Support ............................................................................................................................................. 15 2.3.8 Quick Review Questions ................................................................................................................... 15

2.4 Glossary ......................................................................................................................................................... 16

2.5

References ..................................................................................................................................................... 18

SECTION 3: Technical Information and Diagrams ................................................................................................ 19

3.1 General OWM Overview ................................................................................................................................ 19

3.2 OW-200 Series Meters .................................................................................................................................. 19 3.2.1 OW-200HC (High Cut) ...................................................................................................................... 19 3.2.2 OW-200LC (Low cut) Obsolete - Replacement is OW300 ............................................................... 22 3.2.3 OW-200 Component Installation and Connectivity ........................................................................... 23

3.2.4

OW-200 Configuration and Operation .............................................................................................. 24

3.3 OW-300 Series Meters .................................................................................................................................. 25 3.3.1 OW-300 Component Installation and Connectivity ........................................................................... 28 3.3.2 OW-300 Configuration and Operation .............................................................................................. 29

SECTION 4: Technical Training ............................................................................................................................. 30

4.1 PowerPoint Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 30

4.2 OW-200 Procedures for the Technician ........................................................................................................ 30 4.2.1 4 to 20mA Calibration ....................................................................................................................... 30 4.2.2 PAMS Calibration .............................................................................................................................. 31

4.3 OW-300 Procedures for the Technician ........................................................................................................ 31

4.3.1

Service Task List ............................................................................................................................... 31 4.3.2 Procedure for Logging Diagnostic Data from an OW-300 Series Meter .......................................... 32

4.3.3 Procedure for Performing the Puck Power Management Update .................................................... 39 4.3.4 Procedure for Upgrading the Software on an OW-300 Series Meter ............................................... 39 4.3.5 Procedure to Export Sensor Puck Settings ...................................................................................... 42 4.3.6 Procedure to Import Sensor Puck Settings....................................................................................... 47

4.4 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................. 54 4.4.1 Technical Support ............................................................................................................................. 54 4.4.2

OW-200 Power Issues ...................................................................................................................... 54



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4.4.3 OW-200 PAMS Communication Error .............................................................................................. 54 4.4.4 OW-200 Error Messages .................................................................................................................. 55 4.4.5 OW-300 Communication Error ......................................................................................................... 56 4.4.6 OW-300 Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................................................... 68

4.5 Hands-on OW Training Exercises ................................................................................................................. 73

SECTION 5: Tests and Evaluation ........................................................................................................................ 73

5.1 Written Test .................................................................................................................................................... 73

5.2

Situational Test .............................................................................................................................................. 74

5.3

Competency Evaluation ................................................................................................................................. 74

5.4 Competency Checklist ................................................................................................................................... 75

5.5 Course Survey ............................................................................................................................................... 77



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SECTION 1: Purpose and Scope

1.1 PurposeThe purpose of Agar’s technical training is to ensure proper competency for installation, power up, basicconfiguration and calibration, and troubleshooting for repair and calibration of Agar Oil/Water Meters(OWM).

1.2 Scope

Agar’s technical training will be delivered at varying levels of competency for internal and externaltechnicians, providing more detailed discussion of product components with hands-on exercises to simulateinstallation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.

SECTION 2: Course Outline

2.1 Certification Levels

Agar currently offers three of four certification levels (A, B, and C) through an in-house four-week trainingprogram. Weekly agendas have been formulated based upon certification requirements and allowsattendees to choose the level of certification. Certification is granted sequentially and is available for eachproduct line including: the ID series, the OW 201 series, the OW 301 series and the MPFM Series (MPFM-50, 300, 400 and 408). Attendees will not be allowed to bypass levels unless previous training andcertification has been obtained. Level D is considered an expert level and includes the previous threelevels plus additional field training. Level D field training must be arranged with Agar training personnel. Alllevels are outlined in the Certification Table.

Level A provides certification for basic knowledge of the product and applications.

Level B provides certification for connection, power-up, basic configuration and calibration with Agar

supervision.

Level C provides certification for connection, power-up, basic configuration and calibration without Agarsupervision, and troubleshooting for basic repair and calibration with Agar supervision.

Level D provides certification for connection, power-up and basic configuration and calibration without Agar supervision, and troubleshooting for basic repair and calibration without Agar supervision.



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AGAR CERTIFICATION TABLE

LEVEL A Certification: signifies basic knowledge of the product and applications.

Product Line In-house TrainingWeek Obtained

FieldTraining

Prerequisite

1 2 3 4

Interface Detection Series (ID) X None

Oil/Water Meter 200 Series (OW-200) X NoneOil/Water Meter 300 Series (OW-300) X None

Multiphase Flow Meter (MPFM) X None

LEVEL B Certification: verifies competency in connection, power-up, basic configuration andcalibration WITH Agar supervision.

Product Line In-house TrainingWeek Obtained FieldTraining Prerequisite

1 2 3 4

Interface Detection Series (ID) X Level AOil/Water Meter 200 Series (OW-200) X Level A

Oil/Water Meter 300 Series (OW-300) X Level AMultiphase Flow Meter (MPFM) X Level A

LEVEL C Certification: verifies certification for connection, power-up, basic configuration andcalibration WITHOUT Agar supervision, and troubleshooting for repair and calibration WITH Agarsupervision.

Product Line In-house Training

Week Obtained

Field

Training

Prerequisite

1 2 3 4

Interface Detection Series (ID) X Level BOil/Water Meter 200 Series (OW-200) X Level BOil/Water Meter 300 Series (OW-300) X Level B

Multiphase Flow Meter (MPFM) X Level B

LEVEL D Certification: verifies certification for connection, power-up and basic configuration andcalibration WITHOUT Agar supervision, and troubleshooting for repair and calibration WITHOUT Agar supervision.

Product Line In-house TrainingWeek Obtained

FieldTraining

Prerequisite

1 2 3 4Interface Detection Series (ID)Not Available In4-Week In-house

Training Program

X Level C

Oil/Water Meter 200 Series (OW-200) X Level COil/Water Meter 300 Series (OW-300) X Level C

Multiphase Flow Meter (MPFM) X Level C



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2.2 Training Agenda

Agar offers In-house product training over a four-week period. The Sales/Application Training three-dayagenda provides an overview of Agar products and applications, answering such questions as: howinstruments work; what are the applications; and where are the instruments being used. Sales training isdelivered by the Agar Engineers and the Sales Group.

The Technical Training three-week agenda provides more detailed information on product components andapplications including PowerPoint presentations, classroom lecture, classroom demonstrations, hands-onexercises for connection, startup, configuration, troubleshooting and minor repairs under Agar supervision.Technical training is delivered by Agar Engineers and Technicians in the following product lines.

• Week 1 Sales/Application Training

• Week 2 Technical ID and OW Training

• Week 3 Technical (Basic) MPFM Training

• Week 4 Technical (Advanced) MPFM Training

See the Product Training 4-Week Agenda for specific topics by day and week.



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Product Training

4-Week Agenda

WEEK 1 – SALES TRAININGDAY TOPICS DURATION

Wednesday Welcome & Introduction

ID Theory of Operations (energy absorption,

emulsions, antennas, seal housing)

Competition: How do instruments work? (float,

displace, DP, capacitance, radar, nuclear)

ID Demo Setup, Calibration, Use and

Troubleshooting (hands-on, simulated field

calibration of demo)

Oil Field, Refinery and Chemical Plant

Applications

How do you identify and target customers?

Electrical Certification

Shop Tour

.25

.5

.5

.5

2

.5

.25

.5

TOTAL 5 hrs

Thursday OW-200 Applications (High Cut)

OW-300 Applications (Low Cut)

OWM 200/300 Competition

HD-100 Applications

Production Methods

Traditional Well Measurement Techniques

Well Test Marketing

Order Entry / Quotations (ADS)

OW-200 Theory of Operations

OW-300 Theory of Operations

OWMWIN Demonstration

.5

.25

.5

.25

.5

.5

.25

1.5

.5

.5

.5

TOTAL 6 hrs

Friday MPFM-301/401

MPFM-50 MPFM Competition

Coming Soon

Sales Training Survey

1

11

.5

.5

TOTAL 4 hrs



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WEEK 2 – TECHNICAL ID & OWM TRAINING

DAY TOPICS DURATION

Monday Welcome and Introduction

ID Calibration and Use

− Hands-on Calibration

Simulated Field Calibration

ID Troubleshooting

ID Written Test and Survey

.25

1.5

1.5

2

.75

TOTAL 6. hrs

Tuesday AGAR Water Cut Measurement PAMS Measurement OWM Block Diagrams MiniDAS Hardware

OWMWIN User Interface OWM Files - The Basics MiniDAS Operation (Hyper terminal/DOS) Advanced DOS

1.5.51

1.5.51

TOTAL 6 hrs

Wednesday OWM-200/ID Behavior OWM-200 Diagnostic Programs OWM-200 Configuration OWM Field-200 Calibration OWM-200/PAMS Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

.521.52

TOTAL 6 hrs

Thursday Intro to OWM-300 Series Advanced Window OWM-300 Series Behavior OWM-300 Diagnostic Programs OWM-300 Configuration

1.51.521

TOTAL 6 hrs

Friday OWM Field-300 Calibration OWM-300 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting ID Diagnostics and Troubleshooting OWM Maintenance Basics Questions OWM Written Test and Survey

.5

2

.5

.5

11

TOTAL 5.5 hrs



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WEEK 3 – TECHNICAL (BASIC) MPFM TRAINING

DAY TOPICS DURATION

Monday Introduction to Multiphase Flow Measurement

Initial MPFM Written Test Flow Measurement Basics

Conventional Well Testing

Multiphase Flow Measurement

Well Testing using MPFM

PD Meter Basics

Dual Venturi Meter Basics

Basic Principles of AGAR Water Cut Measurement

1

1.5

.5

.5

1

.5

.5

.5

TOTAL 6 hrs

Tuesday AGAR MPFM 400 Series

AGAR MPFM 408/408E Series

Agar MPFM-50 Series

Vortex Shedding Flow Meter

Coriolis Meter

General Process and Instrumentation Diagram

Purging System Basics

.5

.5

1

1

1

1

1

TOTAL 6 hrs

Wednesday MPFM Control Valves

Data Acquisition System

DOS Basic Concepts

Basic DAS Operation (DOS)

MPFM Files and Downloading

.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1

TOTAL 6 hrs

Thursday Introduction to MPFMWIN User Interface

Maintenance Guidelines

Basic Maintenance Procedures

MPFM Data Handling

2

1

1.5

1.5

TOTAL 6 hrs

Friday Advanced DOS Detailed Interconnection Block Diagrams

Advanced DAS Operation (DOS)

Diagnostic and Configuration Programs

1.51.5

1.5

1.5

TOTAL 6 hrs



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WEEK 4 TECHNICAL (ADVANCED) MPFM TRAINING

DAY TOPICS DURATION

Monday

PCAnywhere User Interface MPFM Win User Interface (advanced level)

OWM/ID Behavior

22

2

TOTAL 6 hrs

Tuesday MPFM Configuration

MPFM Valves (Intermediate)

PD Meter Mechanical Procedures

Communicator Interface

Intermediate Pressure Transmitters

2

2

.5

1

1.5

TOTAL 6 hrs

Wednesday MPFM 50 Electrical

ID Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Temperature Transmitters

Advanced Maintenance

Troubleshooting Basics

2

1

1

1

1

TOTAL 6 hrs

Thursday Purging System (Advanced)

Coriolis Meter

MPFM-50 Troubleshooting

1.5

1.5

3

TOTAL 6 hrs

Friday 401 Valve (Intermediate)

Vortex Diagnostics

Questions

MPFM Written Test and Survey

2

1

1.5

1.5

TOTAL 6 hrs



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2.3 OW Certification Competencies

Upon completion of the OW-200 and OW-300 series technical training, field technicians should be able toexhibit competencies in basic product knowledge, start-up, troubleshooting and basic repair. Sevensections are detailed as follows:

2.3.1 Unit DescriptionTechnician will be able to define and discuss what the OW instrument does and does not do.Technician will be able to give similarities and differences between OW-200 and OW-300instruments. Technicians will be able to identify unit attributes: inline/insertion, measurements inGHz or MHz, high cut/low cut, water cut ranges, PAMS/puck, remote capabilities, andconductive/nonconductive phase. Technicians will be able to identify advantages of the Agar OW-200 and OW-300 over competitors’ products.

2.3.2 Major Components

Technician will be able to identify and discuss relationships between major components in OW-200and OW-300 units.

OW-200 COMPONENTS

Probe/ID: interface detector with probe or spool with junction box.

PAMS: Phase and Amplitude Measuring System

DAS enclosure: what is inside the enclosure, what can and cannot be seen,110VAC/220VAC/24DC, wiring connections to other components. SBC/MPC555 – typeand how to identify it, jumpers, CF, connections, indicator lights. Interface board - versionand how to identify it, differences, jumpers, connections, indicator lights.

Microwave cable and barrier: wire connections and barrier placements.

OW-300 COMPONENTS

Sensor: sensor types, guard/no guard, inline/insertion, seal housing, installation(orientation and place in line), sample port and/or where the sample is taken in relation tothe sensor.

Puck: serial number, fuse, wiring and proper mounting.

Barrier box: identify what is inside the enclosure, connections, and wiring to othercomponents.

DAS enclosure: what is inside the enclosure, what can and cannot be seen110VAC/220VAC/24DC, wiring connections to other components. SBC/MPC555 – typeand how to identify it, jumpers, CF, connections, indicator lights. interface board - versionand how to identify it, differences, jumpers, connections, indicator lights.



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2.3.5 Connection to the Unit

Technician will be able to configure and install OW-200 and OW-300 unit components.

OW-200 CONNECTIONS

• PC configuration

• OWMWin\Hyperterminal: program differences and uses.

• Technician will demonstrate a working knowledge of DOS operating system.

• COM ports: identify uses and how to connect them.

OW-300 CONNECTIONS

• PC configuration

• Ultra VNC installation and configuration

• Ethernet ports on PC and unit: identify types, uses and how to connect, VNC passwords.

• OWM300Win: what the program looks like, what to look for, how to navigate through tabs, linesaves, login and access levels, configuration tab, graph tab, resonator tab, messages tab,calibration tab, command info tab, software updates, file transfers, and calibration folder.

• Technician will demonstrate a working knowledge of XP operating system.

2.3.6 Troubleshooting and Calibration

Technician will troubleshoot power up issues including no power to the unit or component andcomponent failures (interface board, SBC, watchdog timer, barriers, and puck). Technician will

determine what to do about a communication error. Technician will execute a quick test for a badpuck or bad sensor. Technicians will demonstration knowledge of field calibration on units.

2.3.7 Support

Technician will identify resources for technical support including contacts and contact information.Technician will identify information needed prior to contact to ensure prompt and proper technicalsupport.

2.3.8 Quick Review Questions

There are questions posed throughout the training manual for technicians to consider as thetraining occurs. By reviewing the Training Manual and the Instruction Manual, technicians shouldbe able to answer these questions; if not, ask an instructor before the training is concluded. Thesereview questions will help technicians prepare for certification.



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2.4 Glossary

Accuracy Qualitative expression for the closeness of the agreement between the result of ameasurement and the true value of the quantity subject to measurement.

Air Air is used interchangeably with the word gas when discussing the ID-201. Any gas willgive the same raw signal as air.

Antenna The part of the probe that emits the signal which is used to make the measurement of thepercent water. Antennas come in different configurations: bare, coated and with guardsfor various applications.

Coriolis Meter Unit used for density measurement.

Current Loop 4 to 20mA current loop to power and transmit data.

DAS Data Acquisition System

Emulsion Colloidal mixture of two immiscible fluids, one being dispersed in the other in the form offine droplets.

Error of Measurement Result of measurement minus the true value of the quantity subject to measurement.

Flow regime The physical geometry exhibited by a multiphase flow in a conduit; for example, liquidoccupying the bottom of the conduit with the gas phase flowing above, or a liquid phasewith bubbles of gas.

Fluid A substance readily assuming the shape of the container in which it is placed; e.g. oil,gas, water or mixtures of these.

Gas Hydrocarbons in the gaseous state at the prevailing temperature and pressure.

Gas-liquid-ratio (GLR) The gas volume flow rate, relative to the total liquid volume flow rate (oil and water), allvolumes converted to volumes at standard pressure and temperatures.

Gas-oil-ratio (GOR) The gas volume flow rate, relative to the oil volume flow rate, both converted to volumes

at standard pressure and temperatures.

Gas Volume Fraction(GVF)

The gas volume flow rate, relative to the multiphase volume flow rate, at the pressure andtemperature prevailing in that section. The GVF is normally expressed as a percentage.

Hold-up The cross-section area locally occupied by one of the phases of a multiphase flow,relative to the cross-sectional area of the conduit at the same local position expressed asa percentage.

HomogeneousMultiphase Flow

A multiphase flow in which all phases are evenly distributed over the cross-section of aclosed conduit; i.e. the composition is the same at all points.

ID Interface Detector

Mass Flow Rate The mass of fluid flowing through the cross-section of a conduit in unit time.

Microwave Electromagnetic radiation having wavelength between 300 mm to 10 mm (1GHz to 30GHz).

MPFM Multiphase Flow Meter

Multiphase Flow Two or more phases flowing simultaneously in a conduit; this document deals in particularwith multiphase flows of oil, gas and water.

Multiphase Flow Meter A device for measuring the flow rates of oil, gas and water of a multiphase flow through across-section of a conduit.



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Multiphase Flow Rate The total amount of the two or three phases of a multiphase flow flowing through thecross-section of a conduit in unit time. The multiphase flow rate should be specified asmultiphase volume flow rate or multiphase mass flow rate.

Oil Hydrocarbons in the liquid state at the prevailing temperature and pressure conditions.

OWM Oil/Water Monitor

Oil-continuousMultiphase Flow

A multiphase flow of oil/gas/water characterized in that the water is distributed as waterdroplets surrounded by oil. Electrically, the mixture acts as an insulator.

PAMS Phase Amplitude Measurement System

PCB Printed Circuit Board

Permittivity Measure of a medium’s ability to be electrically polarized when exposed to an electricfield. It is a frequency-dependent complex quantity whose imaginary part corresponds todielectric losses.

Phase In multiphase flow measurement, “phase” is used in the sense of one constituent in amixture of several. In particular, the term refers to oil, gas or water in a mixture of anynumber of the three.

Phase Flow Rate The amount of one phase of a multiphase flow flowing through the cross-section of aconduit in unit time. The phase flow rate may be specified as phase volume flow rate oras phase mass flow rate.

Phase Velocity The velocity of one phase of a multiphase flow at a cross-section of a conduit. It may alsobe defined by the relationship (Superficial phase velocity x Phase area fraction).

Phase Volume Fraction The phase volume flow rate of one of the phases of a multiphase flow, relative to themultiphase volume flow rate.

Pressure Transducer A device that measures the absolute and differential pressure.Probe The unit which contains the antenna and transmitter that is mounted into the process

being monitored.

PS Power Supply/Signal Conditioner used to power the ID or OW probe and receive its “rawsignal” and condition it to a customer-usable output.

Puck Type of PCB assembly, so called because of its round shape and resemblance to a puckused in ice hockey. It provides a raw signal to the PS for conditioning.

Raw Signal The DC current or voltage signal, from a transmitter, that is sent to the PS for conditioninginto a customer-usable output.

SBC Single-Board Computer

Seal Housing The patented Agar Seal Housing is the piece of equipment used to house the probeantenna when the antenna is out of the vessel. When used with a blocking (isolation)valve, it allows insertion or retraction of the probe while the vessel is in service.

VNC Remote communication software

Watchdog Timer Failsafe device to restart after system errors



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2.5 References

ACI-A-7.5.1-MAN-017 OWM 200 Series Instruction ManualACI-A-7.5.1-MAN-014 OWM 300 Series Instruction Manual



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SECTION 3: Technical Information and Diagrams

3.1 General OWM Overview

The Oil/Water Monitor (OWM) is made to measure the flowing process. Each of the OW series have both

inline and insertion models. Examples of applications are: production lines, crude feed lines (measurementof water in oil), and brine lines from salt caverns (monitor for hydrocarbons in the brine line). Thedifference between the OW-200 and OW-300 series is the way the units take measurements. OW-200series use microwave and the OW-300 measures the high frequency current consumption through theprocess.

3.2 OW-200 Series Meters

3.2.1 OW-200HC (High Cut)

The OW-200, an Agar water cut meter, is a second-generation oil/water analyzer. The OW-200consists of a microwave transmitter broadcasting at over 2 GHz and a receiver. The percent wateris established by measuring the bulk electrical properties of the fluid. Advances in microwaveengineering and modeling of the oil/water system has enabled the OW-200 to measure the

volumetric water concentration with 1% accuracy over the full range of 0-100%, in oil or watercontinuous phase. The accuracy of the OW-200 is independent of the changes in the fluid velocity,salinity, pH, viscosity, temperature, and density. The OW-200 is currently available in two models:the OW-201, a spool-type configuration; and the OW-202, an insertion-type assembly. Theinstrument consists of three sub-units: the sensor assembly, the Data Acquisition System (DAS),and the Phase and Amplitude Measurement System (PAMS).

The OW-200 sensor is constructed of 316SS/graphite and PolyEtherEtherKetone (PEEK) whichcontains three microwave antennas. An RTD temperature sensor and an ID-201 (high-range unitsonly) are installed in the sensor and used to measure additional fluid properties. The sensor canbe an inline unit (OW-201) where the sensor is installed into and becomes part of the process lineas shown in Figure 3-1 OR an insertion unit (OW-202) where the sensor is connected to theprocess line via an isolation valve and can be removed without shutting the line down, as shown inFigure 3-2 and 3-3. The OW-200 sensor is intrinsically safe.

Figure 3-1. OW-201 Standard Inline Meter



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Figure 3-2 OW-202 without Insertion Tool

Figure 3-3. OW-202 with Insertion Tool



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The DAS is a single-board computer running the DOS operating system and an interface board.The DAS receives phase and amplitude data from the PAMS and, with software modeling,calculates the water concentration of the fluid in the sensor. The DAS has four 4-20mA outputchannels and 4 pulse output channels for transmitting the water concentration, temperature, oil flowrate, water flow rate, liquid flow rate and alarms. By integrating the flow rate, from a flow meter overtime and measuring the water concentration, the DAS is calculates the liquid flow totals for oil and

water. The DAS can communicate to a distributed control system, DCS, or other user equipmentusing either MODBUS or HART protocols. User configurable parameters for field calibration of thesensor, setting flow parameters (like meter K factor, units, ranges, etc.) are accessible through theuser serial communication port using Hyperterminal or OWMWin.

Figure 3-4. Data Acquisition System (DAS) inside the Enclosure

The PAMS consists of several RF electronic modules along with a dedicated controlmicroprocessor. It is located, along with the DAS, inside the enclosure. A known microwave signalis transmitted over two paths, one that goes through the sensor and another that is a closed loop.The path through the sensor travels through the center antenna (TX) and the process medium andis received by the short channel (A) and long channel (B) antennas. The PAMS then calculatesphase shift and amplitude attenuation of the signal. Typically, the long channel is the primarymeasurement channel with the short channel being used to resolve phase ambiguity, but in highsalinity applications that attenuate the long channel signal to less than -70db, the short channelbecomes the primary measurement channel. The signal on the closed loop, or Reference channel(R) is not affected by the process medium and is used to fix temperature drift. All of the signal datais then sent to the DAS where it is related to water concentration through a mathematical modelused in the software.

The OW-200 electronics are supplied in a certified enclosure designed for electrical zone EEx d [ia]IIB T4.



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Figure 3-5. PAMS behind the Plate inside the Enclosure

3.2.2 OW-200LC (Low cut) Obsolete - Replacement is OW300

OW-201LC and OW-202LC are second-generation Agar microwave oil/water analyzers. The OW-200LC series are designed to measure the volumetric concentration of water in the oil stream in thelow water cut (WC) range. The OW-201LC is an inline sensor which contains a wafer spool pieceinstalled between the flanges of the pipeline. The OW-202LC is an insertion probe style movableacross the pipeline. The principle of OW-200LC operation is based on measuring of the fluidpermittivity with microwave. The fluid permittivity is a unique monotonic function of the WC and theinstrument uses the permittivity to calculate WC. OW-200LC measures the volumetric waterconcentration over the low water cut range in the continuous phase. The instrument providestemperature compensation of the reading. The accuracy of the OW-200LC is almost independentof the changes in the fluid velocity, salinity, pressure and pH.

The OW-200LC instrument consists of three main modules: Frequency-Amplitude MeasuringSystem (FAMS), the Data Acquisition System (DAS), and Sensor Unit (SU). The FAMS, DAS, apower supply (PS), two safety barriers and a liquid crystal display (LCD) are housed together in an

explosion-proof enclosure. The transceiver consists of a transmitter and a receiver. The MiniDASconsists of a Single Board Computer (SBC) and an Interface Board (IB). IB provides interfacingcircuits required between FAMS, SBC and user’s devices. SBC runs DOS. To connect the FAMSwith an external computer, two DB9 connectors are available. The sensor unit, containing a cavityresonator and a monopole antenna, is constructed of 316SS and Teflon. The Teflon-coatedmonopole antenna provides interaction between the resonator cavity and the oil fluid. Theresonator probe also contains an RTD temperature sensor. It is embedded in the resonator walland provides the fluid temperature signal. All sensor connectors are housed in a sensor transition



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box that is a flameproof enclosure designed for CL1, Div 1 Group C & D. The OW-200LCmonopole antenna is intrinsically safe.

The OW-200 works as follows. The transmitter generates a high frequency signal that sweeps inthe frequency range of interest. The transmitter signal goes through the DC block and comes tothe resonator probe. When the transmitter frequency matches the probe resonator frequency, the

received signal appears to be the maximum on the output of the resonator. This signal isconverted to a DC voltage in the receiver and sent to the ADC on the SBC. Because the resonancefrequency depends on the permittivity of liquid surrounding the monopole antenna, the resonancefrequency provides WC information. This information is analyzed by the SBC and the result of WCcalculation appears on the LCD. The quality factor of the resonator probe is used to compensatethe salinity effect on the OW-200LC readings.

The OW-200LC can accept flow meter input via either pulse input or 4-20mA input. By integratingthe flow rate over time and measuring the water concentration, OW-200LC calculates the totalliquid flow and volume of water and oil passing through the sensor. The DAS has four 4-20mAanalog and pulse output channels for transmitting the water concentration, temperature, flow data,and alarms. AOUT 0 is a -compatible channel. In addition, the OW-200LC can communicate witha distributed control system (DCS) or other user equipment through RS-232 or RS-422/485 serial

communication channels via Modicon MODBUS or HART protocols.

3.2.3 OW-200 Component Installation and Connectivity

Technicians refer to OWM 200 Series Instruction Manual.

QUICK REVIEW QUESTIONS

The OW-201 is designed for what pipelines? And the OW-202?For OW-201 installation, which flow direction is preferred?

What effect will gas in the line have on the OW-200?

Which OW-200 model is installed with an isolation valve?

Why is it recommended to install the OW-200 downstream of a pump or choke?

What size full-port valve is required in the OW-202?

What is the RMA and where does a technician get one?


The Oil/Water Meter is made to measure the flowing process; how does that differ from the ID?

What is the difference between the inline and insertion type meter?

What operating system does the OW-200 use?

What is the water cut range of the OW-200?

Is the measurement for the OW-200 oil-continuous or water-continuous?

What three sub units make up the OW-200?

Where does the OW-200 DAS receive data from?

The OW-200 communicates using what protocols?

What software is used to configure the unit?

What are the OW-200 DAS output channels used for?

Where is the PAMS located?

The OW-200LC is replaced with what model?



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What is the difference between a work order number and a serial number?

What effect does stray magnetic or electric field of high intensity have on OWMs?

Can you describe how the PAMS works?

Why is it necessary to only hand-tighten the ferrules on the compression fitting?

Why is the seal housing connected to an isolation valve in the OW-202?

When is an insertion tool recommended or required and what is the maximum operation pressureof the standard insertion tool mechanism?

What is the purpose of the safety chain on the probe? Why should you eliminate chain slack afterevery 3” of probe travel?

What is the first step in removing the OW-202 sensor?

What is the intention of the pressure test prior to OWM operation?

How are the OW-200 sensor and the DAS connected and how far can the connection be?

What is the relation between the short and long channels of the OW-200?

How many 4-20mA output channels are available from the DAS?

How is the output of a flow meter connected to the OW-200?

What is the relay output configured as?

What should be completed after electrical & mechanical installation but prior to startup?

3.2.4 OW-200 Configuration and Operation

Technicians refer to Instruction OWM 200 Series Instruction Manual.


Before applying power to the OW-200, what is the first step for the technician?

The OW-200 DAS will receive data from the PAMS and calculate what?The OW-200 will receive flow meter pulse information from the PAMS and calculate what?

The OW-200 MiniDAS can direct outputs to which three components?

What is the purpose of the null modem cable?

What terminal emulation program is used with Windows?

What is auto toggle mode in the LCD?

In the mini-owm.exe program, what 3 types of info are shown on the PAMS data screen?

What is the OWM Output Test screen used for?

What are the two lines on the Logging configuration screen of the config.exe program that mostend user’s will use?

The settings on the Low Cut Density screen should not be changed, with what exception?

To transfer a file from the Laptop to the MiniDAS, why must a technician disconnectHyperTerminal?

What is the purpose of FastLynx?

What is the purpose of OWMWin?

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3.3 OW-300 Series Meters

The Agar water-cut meter OW-300 series is a third-generation of oil/water analyzers. The OW-300 meter isdesigned to measure the volumetric concentration of water in the oil stream in the low water cut (WC)range of 0 to 5% with 0.05% accuracy.

The principle of OW-300 operation is based on measuring the complex permittivity properties of the flowstream using the energy absorption of multiple high frequency wave method. The fluid permittivity is aunique monotonic function of WC and the instrument uses the permittivity to calculate WC. OW-300measures the volumetric water concentration over the low water cut range in the oil continuous phase. Theinstrument provides temperature compensation of the reading. The energy absorption of multiple highfrequency wave method allows compensation for the effect of changing hydrocarbon composition (differenttypes of crude oils) and for water salinity. The accuracy of the OW-300 is independent of changes in thefluid velocity, salinity, pressure and pH. When configured as a water cut meter, the OW-300 uses only thehigh frequency signals to calculate water cut. The unit also generates low frequency signals that are usedfor hydrate detection and zero shift compensation.

The OW-300 is available in two models, the OW-301 sensor which is an in-line spool-piece unit. This modelis available for 2”, 3” and 4” pipelines. OW-301 can be built in three configurations: L-shape assembly, U-shape assembly and a straight-line insert spool.

Figure 3-6. OW-301 L-Configuration and U-Configuration



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OW-301 Physical Dimensions

Electric EnclosureDiameter 6”Length 12”

Spool Design for 1” to 4” pipeline sizes

Flange Rating150#; 300#; 600#; 900#; 1500#consult factory for others

Maximum Pressure Rating 5000psi

Shipping Weight Approximately 25lbs. for 2” ANSI 150#

For larger pipeline sizes, the OW-302 can be provided which is an insertion-type sensor. An RTD

temperature sensor and an ID-201 are installed in the sensor and used to measure additional fluidproperties.

Figure 3-7. OW-302 with Insertion Tool and Without Insertion Tool



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OW-302 Physical Dimensions

Electric EnclosureDiameter 6”Length 12”

Probe Diameter Shaft 1.25”Sensor 1.8”

Probe Length

Active length: 6” to 12” to match thediameter of the pipe. Overall length isdetermined by the pipe diameter, nozzle,and valve size with standard lengths.

Insertion Design

For 6” and larger pipeline sizes; processconnection minimum 2” full-port ball orgate isolation valve; and 2” schedule 80 orlarger ID nozzle.

Flange Rating150#; 300#; 600#; 900#; 1500#consult factory for others

Maximum Pressure Rating 5000psi

Shipping Weight Approximately 25lbs. for 2” ANSI 150#

Insertion ToolRecommended for OW-302 whenoperating pressure is over 60psi andflange rating is 600# or less.

The OW-300 water cut meter consists of three main sub-modules: a Sensor Unit (SU) and a DataAcquisition System (DAS) and the Safety Barrier Box. The Sensor Unit (SU) consists of a probe/antennawith or without an open guard, an enclosure with the sensor transmitter - Measuring Electronics Board(MEB), and seal housing in the OW-302 and a spool in the OW-301. The antenna assembly consists of anantenna, a cylindrical open guard and a cylindrical shaft where coaxial feeder to antenna is mountedtogether with the Platinum RTD (temperature sensor). The enclosure with the Sensor Transmitter (MEB) is

mounted on the top of the antenna. The seal housing provides a sealed connection to the isolation valvemounted on the pipeline nozzle. The OW-300 antenna is intrinsically safe.

The MEB generates multiple high frequency signals that are transmitted to the antenna. The antennaradiates high frequency signals into the measured fluid that is surrounding it and the reflected signals fromthe measured fluid are transmitted back to the MEB where the voltage and frequency of multiple highfrequency signals are measured The fluid complex permittivity is calculated from this measurement. Afterall needed corrections (i.e. temperature, water salinity, crude oil pattern recognition) the value of water cutis calculated in the DAS.

The DAS is a Single-Board Computer (SBC) running the XP Embedded operating system. The DASreceives frequency and voltage data from the Sensor Transmitter (MEB), and with software modeling,calculates the water concentration of the fluid in the sensor.

The OW-300 has a flow meter input channel available that can be a pulse input or a 4-20mA input to obtainliquid flow rates as outputs from the water cut meter. The DAS has six 4-20mA output channels thatrepresent the water concentration, temperature, oil flow rate, water flow rate and liquid flow rate. Byintegrating the flow rate from a flow meter over time, and measuring the water concentration, the DAScalculates the liquid flow totals for oil and water. The DAS can communicate to a distributed control system(DCS) or other user equipments using MODBUS or HART protocols through an RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 output serial communication channel. Status, process temperature, water concentration, liquid flowrate, oil flow totals and water flow totals are the DAS outputs provided. User configurable parameters forfield calibration of the sensor, setting flow parameters (meter K factor, units, ranges, etc.) are accessible.



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For convenience the DAS has Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) which has four lines and shows the current status ofthe system as seen below.


What is the water cut range of the OW-300?

Is the measurement for the OW-300 oil-continuous or water-continuous?

What is the difference between the OW-301 and OW302?

What three sub units make up the OW-300?How do the sub units differ from the OW-200?

What is the difference between the OW-200 and OW-300 in taking measurements?

The OW-300 Sensor Unit consists of what?

The OW-300 DAS communicates with user equipment using what protocols?

What output information is provided by the OW-300 DAS?

What operating system does the OW-300 use?

3.3.1 OW-300 Component Installation and Connectivity



The OW-301 is designed for what size pipelines? And the OW-302?

For OW-301, which flow direction is preferred?

What effect will gas in the line have on the OW-300?

Which OW-300 model is installed with an isolation valve? For what purpose?

What size full-port valve is required for the OW-302?

High or low frequency, which measures water cut and what is the other used for?

What is the first step to remove an OW-302 sensor?

What is the maximum cable length between the DAS and barrier box?

What can the analog outputs be configured for on the OW-300?

What can the pulse outputs be configured for on the OW-300?

Is the OW-300 connected to a flow meter using an analog or pulse input?

What is the Relay Output configured as?

Where does a technician get the OW-300 pre-startup checklist?

The first line shows the current time in 24

hour format. The second line shows thecurrent water cut or “air” if the sensor is inair or “fault” if there is a problem with thesensor. The last two lines show anywarning messages.

PARAMETERS 11:23:07Water cut 1.2%Status: No warningmessages



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3.3.2 OW-300 Configuration and Operation



Before applying power to the OW-300, what is the first step for the technician?

The OW-300 DAS receives data from the MEB to calculate what?

The OW-300 receives flow meter pulse or analog output to calculate what?

What does the term “embedded Windows-based meter” mean?

What software is used for the OW-300 operation and configuration?

How does the technician access the software?

What is VNC software?

Where does the technician connect the DAS to a network?

Once in the OWM300Win application, what does the “fail” message indicate?

From the OWM300Win diagnostic screen, what is the importance of the “line save”?

In the COM Port setup box, what are the settings for the sensor puck? LCD? Calibration loop?Which OWM300Win screen would the technician access to configure the sensor puck?

What are the consequences of entering the wrong values in the resonator screen?

A full-field calibration of the OW-300 meter begins with which element?

Where can a technician get the SAT procedure and form?



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SECTION 4: Technical Training

4.1 PowerPoint Overview

Two PowerPoint presentations have been developed to use with the training manual; they can be found

in the APPENDIX.

4.2 OW-200 Procedures for the Technician

The OW-201 and OW-202 do not require regularly scheduled maintenance; rather, occasional calibration isrequired for software and components.

4.2.1 4 to 20mA Calibration

• Connect to the unit with Hyperterminal and go to the C: prompt.

• Run test.exe. (On some older units, there was “t.bat” that ran test; this was done away with atsome point. So at the C:\owm prompt, try typing “t” and ENTER . If that doesn’t work, then type

“test” and ENTER .)

• At the menu type “L” (to select Calibrate Analog Outputs).

• You will be prompted to enter a Channel:

• Type in the channel to be calibrated (0 or 1 or 2 or 3).

• You will be prompted to measure and enter mA (20ma)=

• Take a reading at TB4 on the interface board, type in the reading and hit ENTER . It must beabove 20.00mA or an error message will appear and the program will end and return to the C:\prompt.

• Your next prompt will be Done? (Y/N)

• Type “N” and hit ENTER to continue.

• Repeat steps 4 thru 7 for the remaining channels.

• When the last channel is finished, at the Done? (Y/N) type “Y” and hit ENTER .

• When asked if you want to save, press F4 to save.

• It should return to the Test Menu. Either test the outputs here by typing “A” for Analog Outputsor type “X” to exit and test the outputs via the OW diagnostic screen.



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4.2.2 PAMS Calibration

Course content includes the procedure for performing a PAMS calibration in the field. Thisprocedure must be performed anytime an RF cable, the sensor, or the PAMS RF electronics areserviced or replaced. Also, PAMS calibration should be performed if the unit system software is lostand a recent backup of the software is not available. The in-class training will refer to the OW-200Instruction Manual, Section 7.11 or ACI-A-7.5.1-PRO-071 for the steps to be taken while using theclass demo unit. Training will also include procedure variations depending on if the unit has aninline sensor (OW-201) or an insertion sensor (OW-202).


To calibrate the PAMS, technicians require what computer files and where are they located?

How is a laptop connected to the DAS for PAMS calibration?

How does the technician gain access to the SMA connectors?

The A, B and TX cables connect the PAMS to what component?

What rating should the torque wrench be?

Over-wrenching may cause what?What are the two ways to run CALIBRAT.exe?

What does “XXX” represent in the Kit.xxx file?

Once new PAMS calibration files are created, how does the technician download the files to theacquisition board?

4.3 OW-300 Procedures for the Technician

The OW-301 and OW-302 typically do not require regularly scheduled maintenance; rather, occasionalupdates to hardware and/or software to fix known issues or add additional features are sometimesrequired.

4.3.1 Service Task List• Remove the fuse on the puck and replace it with a jumper.

• Test the BIOS and apply the BIOS Upgrade if necessary.

• Apply the Puck Power Management wiring modification to the DAS.

• Upgrade the OWM300Win software on the DAS to version 2.0.0.60 or higher.

• On the Configuration screen on the DAS, change the configuration of “relay out 2” to the“Sensor Power Mgmt” option.

• Install the correct calibration files for the puck installed on the unit.

• Conduct basic field sensor calibration (air, oil, span) as possible for the particular installation.

• Conduct a 24-48 hour line save at 1 line every 30 seconds. When the line save is complete,send the line save file and the calibration folder to [email protected] [email protected].

• Agar will perform Field Temperature Calibration calculations and send a new set of calibrationfiles via email to be installed on the unit.



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4.3.2 Procedure for Logging Diagnostic Data from an OW-300 Series Meter

A line save file contains all of the readings, raw and calculated that the OW-300 makes. At times, itwill be necessary to collect this data from the unit for troubleshooting, calibration or other purposes.Calibration data is typically captured at 30-second intervals for a period of 24 hrs, but the line saveinterface allows multiple settings for interval and length of time for data capture. Care must betaken if the Never Stop option is used, as the file will eventually fill the CF and cause the unit to fail.

Step 1. Use a PC (laptop or desktop) to connect to the DAS using VNC. Follow the procedure forconnection outlined in the OW-300 Series Instruction Manual or ACI-A-7.5.1-PRO-070.

Step 2. On the OW300Win Summary Screen, click the Login button.

Step 3. On the login dialog box, type user name: guest and password: guest and click OK .



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Step 4. Navigate to the Diagnostic screen by clicking the Diagnostic button.

Step 5. Click the Line Save button and the Line Save Options dialog box will appear.

Step 6. Select Specify Interval and type 30 . This will cause the unit to save one line of data every 30seconds.



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Step 7. In the Limits box select Stop at specific time and date . Enter time and date about 24 hoursforward.

Step 8. In the Line Save File Name box click the “…” button and the “Save Data” dialog box willappear. This will allow the user to browse for a location to save the file.

Step 9. Type a file name for the line save file and choose a location to save the file.i. The desktop is a convenient location for line save files.ii. The file name should include information to identify the unit such as the tag number.iii. The file name should include the date the log was taken.

Step 10. Click the Save button to begin logging data.

Step 11. Once the logging data is complete, recover the data and send it to Agar for analysis. Thefollowing steps should be taken to gather the log files from the unit and return it to normaloperation.

Step 12. Use a PC (laptop or desktop) to connect to the DAS using VNC. Follow the procedureoutlined in the OW-300 Series Instruction Manual or ACI-A-7.5.1-PRO-070.

Step 13. On the OW300Win Summary Screen, click the Login button.

Step 14. On the login dialog type user name: guest and password: guest and click OK .

Step 15. Navigate to the Diagnostic screen.

Step 16. If the line save is still saving data, click the Stop Saving button.



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Step 17. Once all logging data is complete, the user is ready to transfer the log files from the DAS to

the local computer.

Step 18. Click the UltraVNC icon in the upper left hand corner of the VNC window.

Step 19. This will display the UltraVNC menu.



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Step 20. Select File Transfer… to bring up the VNC file transfer dialog box.



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Step 21. The left side shows the file system on the PC and the right side shows the DAS.

Step 22. On the right side, browse to the location of the log file created previously with the LineSave. Click on the file to retrieve.



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Step 23. On the left side, browse to a destination location on local computer to store the log file.

Step 24. Click the


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4.3.3 Procedure for Performing the Puck Power Management Update

Step 1: Apply the Puck Power Management wiring modification to the DAS. Remove power fromthe DAS. Move the red wire going to terminal block TB3 terminal V+ and connect it to theinterface board terminal block TB3 terminal D2. Connect a new red wire from the interfaceboard terminal block TB3 terminal GND next to terminal D2 back to the original terminal

block TB3 V+ terminal. See wiring diagram DASO4088 for details. Apply power to theDAS.

Step 2: Upgrade the OWM300Win software on the DAS to version 2.0.0.60 or higher. Please referto the document Procedure for Upgrading Software on OW300, ACI-A-7.5.1-PRO-061.

Step 3: On the Configuration screen on the DAS, change the configuration of relay out 2 to theSensor Power Mgmt option.

4.3.4 Procedure for Upgrading the Software on an OW-300 Series Meter

Step 1: Use a PC (laptop or desktop) to connect to the DAS using VNC. Follow the procedureoutlined in the OW-300 Series Instruction Manual.

Step 2: Once connected and running the OW300Win software, close the running OWM300Winapplication by clicking the X button in the upper right hand corner of the screen.

Step 3: Click the UltraVNC icon in the upper left hand corner of the VNC window. This will displaythe UltraVNC menu.



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Step 4: Select File Transfer… to bring up the VNC file transfer dialog box.



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Step 7: On the right side, browse to the folder C:\Program Files\OWM300Win.

Step 8: Click the Send >> button to transfer the new files to the OW-300 DAS. The File TransferWarning dialog will appear warning that an existing file is about to be overwritten.

Step 9: Click the Yes for All button to complete the file transfer.

Once the software is successfully upgraded on the OW-300 meter, either re-boot the machine torun the new software or click the shortcut on the DAS desktop to start the meter software.

4.3.5 Procedure to Export Sensor Puck Settings

This procedure is used to export OW-300 sensor puck settings to a file so the settings can besent to Agar for analysis. There are two methods for exporting sensor puck settings; one is todirectly connect an OW-300 sensor puck to a Notebook PC using a USB puck dongle, and theother is to connect an OW-300 sensor puck to the DAS and file transfer using VNC.

Method 1: Direct Connection from Notebook PC using USB Puck Dongle.This method can be used when the puck is separate from the working unit. Technicians canacquire the USB puck dongle from Agar (part # SO-0181).

Step 1: Ensure the Notebook PC is properly configured, connected to the sensor puck via the USBpuck dongle, and the PC is communicating with the puck.

Step 2: On the OWM300Win application, go to the “OW300” screen and verify the software versionis 2.00.0060 or higher.



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Step 3: For older versions, refer to Procedure for Upgrading OW-300 Software, ACI-A-7.5.1-PRO-061.

Step 4: Login with user name agar and password agaradmin .

Step 5: Navigate to the Resonator screen.



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Step 6: Click the Export Puck Settings button and the Select File dialog box will appear.

Step 7: Select a folder and type a name for the sensor settings file to be saved. Often the desktopis a good place to save the file since it is easy to find for the file transfer.

Step 8: The green “OK” should flash several times, indicating that the software is reading the puckconfiguration.

Step 9: If the red “fail” flashes then go back to Step 6.

Step 10: Once the sensor settings are transferred to the computer file, it can be emailed to Agar foranalysis or imported to a new puck.

Method 2: File Transfer to DAS via VNC ConnectionThis method is used when the system is fully operational and the sensor is part of the working unit.

Step 1: Ensure the DAS is installed properly, and that it is connected to an OW-300 sensor puck,and the DAS is communicating with the sensor.

Step 2: Connect to the DAS with VNC. See the document: Detailed Instructions for Connecting tothe DAS via VNC, ACI-A-7.5.1-PRO-070 for further information.

Step 3: In the OWM300Win application, go to the “OW300” screen and verify the software versionis 2.00.0060 or higher.



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Step 4: If the version of software is older, it should be upgraded by following the procedure in theProcedure for Upgrading the Software on an OW300, ACI-A-7.5.1-PRO-061.





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Step 7: Click the Export Puck Settings button and the Select File dialog will appear.Step 8: Select a folder and type a name for the sensor settings file to be saved. Often the desktop

is a good place to save the file since it is easy to find for the file transfer.

Step 9: The green “OK” should flash several times, indicating that the software is reading the puckconfiguration.

Step 10: If the red “fail” flashes then go back to step 7.

Step 11: Use the VNC file transfer to send the sensor settings file from the DAS to the computer.



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Step 12: Once the sensor settings file is transferred to the local PC, the file can be emailed to Agarfor analysis or imported to a new puck.

4.3.6 Procedure to Import Sensor Puck Settings

This procedure is used to import OW-300 sensor puck settings using a file received from Agarinto an OW-300 sensor puck. Like the procedure for exporting, there are two methods forimporting sensor puck settings; one is to directly connect an OW-300 sensor puck to a NotebookPC using a USB puck dongle, and the other is to connect an OW-300 sensor puck to the DAS andfile transfer using VNC. Technicians can acquire the USB puck dongle from Agar (part #SO-0181).

Method 1: Direct Connection from Notebook PC using USB Puck Dongle.This procedure is used to Import OW-300 Sensor Puck settings from a file sent by Agar into an

OW-300 sensor puck attached to a Notebook PC using a USB puck dongle.

Step 1: Ensure the Notebook is installed properly, and that it is connected to an OW-300 sensor,and that the Notebook PC is communicating with the sensor puck.

Step 2: Verify receipt of a sensor settings file from Agar, for example: OW300SensorSettings.txt .

Step 3: On the OWM300Win application, go to the OW300 screen and verify the software versionis 2.00.0060 or higher.



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Step 4: If it is an older version of the software, it should be upgraded by following the procedure inthe Procedure for Upgrading the Software on an OW300, ACI-A-7.5.1-PRO-061.



Step 7: Click the Import Puck Settings button and the Select File dialog box will appear.



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Step 8: Select the sensor settings file and click OPEN .

Step 9: The green “OK” should flash several times, indicating the sensor is accepting the newconfiguration.

Step 10: If the red “fail” flashes then go back to step 7.

Step 11: Once the import process is successfully completed, click the 06 Restart DAS button onthe left side of the Resonator screen.

Step 12: Navigate to the Diagnostic screen and take a short line save and send the resulting line

save file back to Agar for confirmation that the sensor settings are correct for theapplication. For more information on line saves, see Procedure for Logging DiagnosticData from an OW300, ACI-A-7.5.1-PRO-073.



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