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Operating and Maintenance Instructions


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Table of Contents
Page
1. Bilge Alarm Device ...................................................................................................................... 3
1.1. General ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.2. Scattered light measuring method.............................................................................................................. 3
1.3. Features....................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4. Safety warnings and tips............................................................................................................................. 4
1.5. Adjustment ................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.6. Displays and Alarms ................................................................................................................................... 5
1.7. Design of the Bilge Alarm Device............................................................................................................... 5
2. Technical Specification Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24.................................................................. 7
3. Installation of the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 ........................................................................... 7
4. Electrical connections ................................................................................................................. 8
4.1. General wiring information.......................................................................................................................... 8
4.2. Connections of the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24...................................................................................... 8
4.3. Possible connections by the customer....................................................................................................... 9
5. Operation .................................................................................................................................... 9
5.1. Important Notes ........................................................................................................................................... 9
5.2. Commissioning ............................................................................................................................................ 9
5.3. Functional Tests ........................................................................................................................................ 10
5.4. Alarm .......................................................................................................................................................... 10
5.5. Monitor control functions ........................................................................................................................... 11
5.6. Programming Mode................................................................................................................................... 11
5.7. Recorder (option) ...................................................................................................................................... 15
6. Calibration................................................................................................................................. 16
6.1. Calibration and repeatability check .......................................................................................................... 16
6.2. Function Test at Classification Survey and Port State Control............................................................... 16
7. Monitor operation...................................................................................................................... 17
7.1. Operating instructions ............................................................................................................................... 17
7.2. Instrument start-up sequence:.................................................................................................................. 17
7.3. Operator Notes .......................................................................................................................................... 17
7.4. Monitoring operation and alarm events during operation ....................................................................... 18
8. Maintenance .............................................................................................................................. 18
8.1. Importens Information! .............................................................................................................................. 18
8.2. Maintenance at weekly intervals .............................................................................................................. 19
8.3. Optional Manual Cell Clean Unit (Art. No. 51110EM004)....................................................................... 19
9. Memory Card (refer to Fig. 7)..................................................................................................... 20
10. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 21
10.1. Fault finding ............................................................................................................................................... 21
11. List of Spare Parts..................................................................................................................... 22
12. Exchange Parts Service ............................................................................................................ 22
12.1. General ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
12.2. Exchange Equipment Service .................................................................................................................. 22
12.3. Exchange of electronic components ........................................................................................................ 23
12.4. Warranty .................................................................................................................................................... 23
13. Important contact numbers ....................................................................................................... 24

Table list
Table 1 IMO-type test certificates .......................................................................................3
Table 2 Pos.-No of the Bilge Alarm Device .........................................................................6
Table 3 Technical Specification ..........................................................................................7
Table 4 Connections of the Bilge Alarm Monitor .................................................................8
Table 5 a Programming Mode ............................................................................................. 11
Table 5 b Programming Mode ............................................................................................. 12
Table 5 c Programming Mode ............................................................................................. 13
Table 5 d Programming Mode ............................................................................................. 14
Table 5 e Programming Mode ............................................................................................. 14
Table 6 Fault finding......................................................................................................... 21
Table 7 List of Spare Parts ............................................................................................... 22

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1. Bilge Alarm Device


1.1. General
The Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 has been designed acc. IMO requirements to be
used to fulfil Marpol 73/78 with 15ppm oily water separator and has a specification
and performance which exceeds the requirements of the IMO (International Maritime
Organisation) specifications for Bilge Alarm Monitors contained in Resolution MEPC.
107(49). All monitors are inspected and tested to the related I.M.O. requirements at
the factory prior to delivery.
The RWO bilge water oil separator type SKIT/S DEB also meets the
requirements of the class notation “Clean Design”. For this purpose
Information the alarm point are set to: Alarm 2 5ppm (recirculation) and Alarm 1
4ppm (adsorber by-pass) (values in parentheses in the
documentation)
The Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 is supplied with 2 works-adjusted alarms: alarm 1
at 14ppm (4ppm) and alarm 2 at 15ppm (5ppm) ex factory.
If an alarm set point is exceeded, the alarms are shown at the front panel and the
appropriate relays are switched. In case of malfunction, the System LED at the front
panel will change from flashing green to permanent red and the appropriate relay will
switch the contacts to alarm.
For the data logging function the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 requires a status input
from the oily water separator and a feedback signal from the sample water 3-way
valve position switch. See Fig. 2, Pos.6.
Furthermore a 0(4) - 20 mA (equal to 0 - 30ppm oil content) signal output is optional
available for the connection of a recorder or external meter proportional.
The water sample is taken from the vertical water flow before of an orifice to have
enough sample water supply pressure.
The following National IMO-type test certificates in accordance with MEPC. 107(49)
are available, issued by the national authorities of the countries listed below.
The list is an interim one and might be incomplete, as further national certification has
been applied for.

Country National Authority Country National Authority


Germany SEE – BERUFSGENOSSEN-
SCHAFT
Europe MED-EC Conformity

0736

Table 1 IMO-type test certificates

1.2. Scattered light measuring method


An optical sensor array measures a combination of light scattered and absorbed by
oil droplets in the sample water. The sensor signals are processed by a
microprocessor to produce linearised output.
At exceeding of the adjusted limiting values (see item 1.1) 2 oil alarm relays are
switched after the adjusted time delay (ex works 2 sec.).
The microprocessor continuously monitors the condition of the sensor components
and associated electronics to ensure that calibration accuracy is maintained over the
time and different environmental conditions.

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The following diagram below shows the principle of scattered light measuring.

reference beam
light receiver
light emitter

IR LED

measuring cell tube scattered


light receiver
oil particles

Fig. 1

1.3. Features
Robust construction Solid suppression capability
Low maintenance Easy installation
Constant readiness Low spare part stock holding
Works adjustment Easy settings via menu

1.4. Safety warnings and tips


The following symbols are used in this user manual:

Both symbols describe an immediately threatening danger.


Failure to observe this warning can result in death or severe
injury.
Danger

Indicates a possibly dangerous situation. Failure to observe this


warning can result in death or severe injury.

Attention

Indicates important information and necessary action. A failure to


observe can result in damage to, or malfunction of, the oily water
Important separator.

Information Indicates tips for use or other useful information.

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1.5. Adjustment
The Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 is delivered with a works calibration according the
IMO-requirements.
The "Zero" point is also works calibrated and can be re-adjusted on site by using the
programming mode and clean water. See sections 5.3 / 5.6. “Settings-Offset”.
The calibration is not permitted. This has to be done according IMO Regulations by
the manufacturer or persons authorized by the manufacturer.

1.6. Displays and Alarms


In the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 are two independent alarm circuits available. Both
can be set separately from 1 to 15ppm (5ppm).
The alarm point 1 is set at 14ppm (4ppm) and alarm point 2 is set at 15ppm (5ppm)
ex works. Both alarm circuits can be adapted to the operation conditions. The set
point of alarm 1 can be changed according to the requirements on site between 1ppm
and 14ppm (4ppm) and the alarm 2 can be set between 2ppm and 15ppm (5ppm).
For a proper operation of the adsorber bypass, the alarm circuit 1 must be at least 1
ppm lower adjusted as the alarm circuit 2. An alarm point setting above 15ppm
(5ppm) is accordingly to the IMO requirements not possible.

The lower the value of the alarm circuit 1 is adjusted, the shorter
Information is the life time of the adsorber cartridges.

The adjustment can be done in the programming mode as described in section 5.6
“Programming Mode”.
In this mode also the individual adjustment of the time delays for the alarms (both
alarm circuits are set to two seconds ex works) and the change between 0 - 20 mA or
4 - 20 mA output can be done.
Both alarm circuits are also related with a LED on the front panel.
In case of malfunction the “System” LED will indicate any type of internal fault of the
Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24. This LED is flashing green in normal condition and is
permanent red in alarm condition. Additional to the alarm LED's each alarm circuit is
equipped with a relay with potential free alarm contacts. These contacts are used for
processing in the OWS control unit.
If a malfunction or failure of the power supply occurs, both relays will switch to alarm
condition.

1.7. Design of the Bilge Alarm Device


There are 2 main parts which are contained in a Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24:
The computer unit is mounted into a housing to protect the display PCB with the data
logger and the main board PCB with the terminals for external connections.
The measuring cell is built out of an anodized all-aluminium body with inlet and outlet
block in stainless steel. This rugged cell contains optics and electronics and is
connected with the computer unit via a plugged data cable. It is mounted onto a
stainless steel support that also holds the valve assembly. Two handles control
sample water flow and clean water usage. This assembly is connected to the
measuring cell by a push-in connection.
The valve assembly contains a special handle to sense the position of the valve. This
assembly is connected to the measuring cell by an easy to handle fitting to enable the
exchange of the cell for frequently adjustment according the IMO requirements.

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Both components are normally mounted on to the oily water separator from 0,25 m3
up to 10,0 m3. It is also possible to split the computer unit from the measuring cell if
the available space is not sufficient. For this version divided mounting plates are
available.

+
ESC
- OK O U T 1 /4"

TEST SET
ON AL1 AL2 SYS

LOG

OMD-24 C LE A N WA T E R 1 /4"

Marine Water Tchnology

S A M P L E 1 /4 "

(2x) M20x1.5
(1x) M16x1.5
for electrical
connetions

Fig. 2

1 Computer Unit 5 Clean Water Handle 9 Desiccator Cap


2 Measuring Cell 6 Sample Handle 10 Communication Cable
3 Sample Valve 7 Head Screw 11 Terminal Cover
4 Clean Water Valve 8 Valve Plate

Table 2 Pos.-No of the Bilge Alarm Device

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2. Technical Specification Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24


Range: 0 – 30 ppm, Trend indication 50ppm
Accuracy According IMO MEPC. 107(49)
Linearity Up to 30 ppm better than ± 2 %
Display Yellow Graphic Display
Power Supply: 24 V AC or DC +/- 10%
Consumption: < 5 VA
Alarm Points 1 + 2: Adjustable between 1 - 15ppm (5ppm)
(Works adjustment for SKIT S – DEB and OPUS:
Alarm 1 = 14 ppm (4ppm); Alarm 2 = 15ppm
(5ppm))
Alarm 1 Operating Delay: Adjustable between 1 – 540 sec.
(for annunciation purpose) (Works adjustment 2 sec)
Alarm 2 Operating Delay: Adjustable between 1 – 10 sec.
(for control purposes) (Works adjustment 10 sec)
System Fault Alarm: Red LED
Alarm Contact Rating: Potential free 1 pole change over contacts, 3 A /
240 V
Alarm Indication: Red LEDs
Output Signal (option): 0 – 20 mA or 4 – 20 selectable
ext. Load < 150 
Sample Water Pressure: 0,1 – 10 bar

Sample Flow: Approx. 0,1 - 3 l/min depend. to pressure

Ambient Temperature: + 1 to + 55° C


Sample Water Temperature: + 1 to + 65° C

Roll: Up to 45°

Size (Computer Unit) 185 mm W x 210 mm H x 65 mm D

Size (Measuring cell Assembly): 140 mm W x 160 mm H x 65 mm D


Distance (Computer Unit to Measuring Up to 0.5m
Cell) Option: up to 5m upon request
Degree of Protection: IP 65
Weight: 2.5 kg

Pipe Connections: R ¼" Female


Technical specifications are subject to change without notification
Table 3 Technical Specification

3. Installation of the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24


According MEPC. 107(49) the layout of the installation should be arranged so that the
overall response time (including the response time of the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD
24) between an effluent discharge from the oily water separator exceeding 15ppm
(5ppm), and the operation of the Automatic Stopping Device preventing overboard
discharge, should be as short as possible and in any case not more than 20 seconds.
The device assembled ready at the RWO oily water separator fulfils this demand.

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4. Electrical connections
At electrical voltages > 42 V. Direct contact with live parts may
cause serious injury or death. Before works at electrical facilities
the power supply has to be interrupted (switch off the main switch,
remove or switch off the fuses). Work on live parts should only be
Danger
carried out by qualified electricians.

4.1. General wiring information


All wiring is ready connected to the control panel of the oily water separator.

4.2. Connections of the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24

Fig. 3 a

Fig. 3 b
Terminal description
X 1 to 2 Power supply 24 V AC from OWS
X 3 to 4 Power supply output (same as supply voltage)
X 5 to 7 Potential free contact alarm circuit 1 (change over)
X 8 to 10 Potential free contact alarm circuit 2 (change over)
X 11 to 12 Input status OWS
X 13 to 14 Input spare switch
X 15 to 16 Optional: flow switch
X 17 to 18 Optional: analogue signal output 0(4)-20 mA for a recording device etc.
X 19 to 20 Optional: extern signal input for freshwater flow
X 21 to 22 Optional: signal output for freshwater valve
Table 4 Connections of the Bilge Alarm Monitor

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Close front cover complete after electrical installation. Water


inside the instrument may result malfunction.

Attention

The monitor is supplied ready-to-use, including all accessories ordered.


The signals of the alarm circuits 1 and 2 are processed in the OWS control unit. At
exceeding of the adjusted limiting value for the alarm circuit 2 a common alarm relay
is activated in the OWS control unit.

4.3. Possible connections by the customer


The following electrical connections should be made, if required:
 Connection of a common alarm annunciation to the control room.
Connection at the common alarm relays at the OWS control unit (terminal X1 14 to
X1 16). Indicates among other things “exceeding limiting value alarm circuit 2”
 Connection of an external recorder .
For the recording of the analogue signal 0(4)-20 mA connect the recorder with the
terminals X17/18 of the monitor.

5. Operation
5.1. Important Notes
a) This equipment must be installed and operated in strict accordance with the in-
structions contained in this manual. Failure to do so will impair the safety and the
life time of the device.
b) Installation and servicing must be undertaken by a competent and suitably skilled
person.
c) Before the execution of maintenance work make sure that the power supply is in-
terrupted.
d) All national or local codes of practice or regulations must be observed and, where
applicable, are deemed to take precedence over any directive or information con-
tained in this manual.
e) To avoid wrong measurements, only quick separating detergents / cleaner should
be used.
f) In case of freezing conditions the measuring cell should be emptied complete.

5.2. Commissioning
Once the installation and wiring connections have been completed, check if all
electrical wiring is done perfectly and that all mechanical connections are correct and
seated properly, carry out the following checks:
a) Switch the oily water separator to „ON“. Check whether the Power LED lights up.
Check the power supply to the oily water separator if necessary.
b) Check that the power supply is connected to the terminals 1 + 2 of the terminal
block.
c) Check the wiring of the automatic stopping device and to the alarm system is ac-
cording the IMO Requirements.
d) Check that the grounding has been made according to the relevant regulations.
e) Check all piping connections for leaks and rectify as appropriate.

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5.3. Functional Tests


a) Run oil free water through the instrument to clean the system.

b) This is only information for you. It will be done by at RWO for your
OWS. The flow rate through the unit by using the small O-Rings in the cell cap.
Fig. 4
The flow rate should
be checked on both, LOW FLOW MEDIUM FLOW HIGH FLOW
the clean water supply
and the separator
sample supply. If the
clean water supply is
obtained from a high
pressure source, the
flow rate will be higher
than from the sample
O-Ring 4.5x2 inside O-Ring 8.5x2 outside Main O-Ring 11.5x3 always present
point.
The flow rate is not influencing the accuracy of the instrument. The adjustment
is only important for the time delay between the sample point and the monitor.
c) Switch on the OWS and make sure, that the Power LED of the OMD 24 is illumi-
nated and the display is
showing the initial display for
about 15 sec. After that time it
will change to the standard
display, showing the actual
measurement value.
d) During oil free water is flowing through the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 check
the Zero standard adjustment according section 5.6 “Programming Mode”. The
display should be between "0" to “2” and the status will show “FW”. If the display
varies by greater values, it may be that air bubbles are present. If this is the
case, the cause must be identified and avoided.
e) If "Zero" need to be adjusted, this can be done in the programming mode as de-
scribed in section 5.6 “Programming Mode”.

5.4. Alarm
Please note for better understanding:
 in alarm status the position of the alarm switch is open (potential-free,
Information de-energised)
 if the power supply is interrupted or the system is not in service, the
position of the alarm switch is also in alarm position open, (poten-
tial-free, de-energised)
The alarm circuit will be closed as soon as the main switch of the
OWS control box is in „off“ position i. e. no alarm signal will be
transmitted as long as the oily water separator is not in service.
When oily water flows through the instrument the display will show the actual value of
oil content. If the oil concentration exceeds the adjusted limiting values of the alarm
circuits, the alarm indicator of the appropriated alarm circuit will be illuminated in
intervals during the selected time delay before it change to steady light and the
associated alarm relay will operate

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5.5. Monitor control functions


The Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 is delivered with a works adjustment according the
IMO-requirements (pre settings: alarm circuit 1 -. 14ppm (4ppm), alarm circuit 2 –
15ppm (5ppm)).
To investigate the performance of the OWS continuously and to protect the adsorber,
periodically every 5 minutes a sample is taken from sample point after OWS / before
adsorber to check the actual oil content in the effluent of the OWS.
If the oil content will be below the limiting value of the alarm circuit 1 (14ppm (4ppm))
again, the 3-way bypass valve (OWS pos. 58) will change to adsorber bypass. If the
oil content after the OWS is still higher or equal than 14ppm (4ppm) the water flow
remains via the adsorber.
If the oil content is even or higher than the limiting value of the alarm circuit 2 (15ppm
(5ppm)) at the sample point after adsorber, the water will be recirculated by the 3-way
diverting valve (OWS pos. 23) to the bilge water tank and the alarm signal is
activated to the ship’s alarm system. If the oil content is below 15ppm (5ppm) the
water will be discharged overboard.

5.6. Programming Mode

There are 3 groups of push buttons to control


ESC
+ 1 the functions of the display. Navigation buttons
- OK
are in group 1. Functional buttons are group 2.
TEST
ON AL1 AL2 SYS
SET
2 Group 3 is for data logger operation.
In the programming mode the alarm set points,
LOG
3
the time delays, and the offsets can be
OMD-24 modified. It is also possible to reset to the
factory default values at any time.
The clock is factory set for GMT, Greenwich
Mean Time, and cannot be changed

Fig. 5

Initial Display. Normal Operation Display. Exit from SYSTEM-info


menu by pressing the ESC
+
Will disappear a few seconds Pressing the button will
display additional information. button.
after power up.
Pressing the OK button will
Refer to fault finding table in
display more detailed infor- manual for explanations of
mation about the current status. status information.

Table 5 a Programming Mode

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AL1 AL2

At the SETTINGS menu the


Pressing the AL1 button leads alarms, time delays, the Offset To change the value, press
into SETTINGS menu, Alarm1 and optionally the output signal the “+” or “-“ button. Confirm
settings preselected. can be modified within the limi- with “OK”.
Pressing the Al2 button leads tations. Select the required
into SETTINGS menu, Alarm2 point by using the „+“ or „-„ but-
settings preselected. ton. To modify settings press
the SET button.

To change the value, press


the “+” or “-“ button. Confirm
with “OK”.
SET

Pressing the SET button from


Normal Operations Display
leads into SETTINGS menu,
set default option preselected. To change the value, press
the “+” or “-“ button. Confirm
with “OK”.

At the SETTINGS menu the all To change to “yes”, press


settings can be reset to the fac- the “+” button. Confirm with
tory default values. To reset to “OK” to reset all settings to
factory values once again press the factory default settings.
the SET button.

Table 5 b Programming Mode

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SYS

Pressing the SYS button direct- Select if you want information Exit from SYSTEM-info
ly leads into SYSTEM menu. about the instrument or infor- menu by pressing the ESC
mation about the measuring button.
cell.

Exit from
MEASURING CELL menu
by pressing the ESC button.

ON

Pressing the ON button directly Select if you want to activate To change to “ON”, press
leads into the the (optional) clean water valve the “+” button. Confirm with
SYSTEM-OPTIONS menu. or if additional information “OK” to activate the optional
should be displayed. clean water valve for a lim-
ited time.

Exit from information display


by pressing the ESC button.

Table 5 c Programming Mode

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TEST

Pressing the TEST button di-


rectly leads into the Select if you want to activate Wait until Alarms Test is
SYSTEM-TESTS menu. the Alarms Test or if Desiccator completed, as indicated by
status information should be countdown value and pro-
displayed. gress bar.

Exit from information Desic-


cator status display by
pressing the ESC button.

Table 5 d Programming Mode

LOG

The LOG button leads into the


data logger function.
Initially the data logger displays
the live data. With the LOG
button it can be switched to the
graphical display mode.

LOG LOG

By pressing the LOG button


twice the recorded data display
The data logger displays rec- The data logger displays
mode is invoked.
orded data. With the LOG recorded data. With the LOG
button it can be switched to the button it can be switched to
non-graphical display mode. the graphical display mode.

In both data display modes the arrow buttons can be used to


navigate to another date/time of recorded data.

Table 5 e Programming Mode

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All changed values have to be confirmed by pressing the " OK "


button. Otherwise the existing values are valid.
Information

Both alarm circuits can be set to an individual value between 2 to 15ppm (5ppm).
Alarm time delay circuit 1 can be set between 1 sec up to 9 min and alarm time delay
circuit 2 between 1 to 20 sec.

The time delay for both alarm circuits is works adjusted to 2 sec..
Information
Do not change the time delay, because these signals are needed
in the RWO OWS control for the control of the adsorber bypass.

All adjustments can be changed on site by using the buttons at the front panel. The
adjustment can only be done in the programming mode. To enter this mode, press
the tool button and select with “+” and “-“. During the programming mode the Bilge
Alarm Monitor OMD 24 continues in measurement and the yellow “Set Mode” LED is
on.

5.7. Recorder (option)


If a recorder is required for continuous recording of the oil content in the effluent,
RWO can offer a single-channel recorder of type DEGU. The Bilge Alarm Monitor
OMD 24 has an output signal (either 0 - 20 mA or 4 - 20 mA) available for this
purpose.

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6. Calibration
15ppm (5ppm) Bilge Alarms built according MEPC. 107(49) have to be protected
against access beyond the checks of instrument drift, repeatability of the instrument
reading and zero adjustment. For this reason the instrument is electronically sealed,
so that only the manufacturer or his authorized persons, equipped with the related
tools, are able to get access for changing the calibration.
To provide a simple procedure for check the instrument aboard ship, the Bilge Alarm
Monitor OMD 24 is constructed in that way, that the zero check also confirms the
instrument drift within the specifications.

6.1. Calibration and repeatability check


a) Switch off the power supply and stop any water flow.
b) Clean the sample tube accurately by using the cell cleaning brush as described
under section 8 “Maintenance”.
c) Run clean water through the instrument.
d) Switch on power supply
e) Make sure, that the “zero” point is correct at ± 0.
f) If it is sure, that clean water without any air bubbles is in the instrument, the read-
ing should be 0ppm ± 2ppm.
g) Continue as described under section 5.2 and 5.3.
Note § 4.2.11 of MEPC. 107(49):
The accuracy of the 15ppm (5ppm) Bilge Alarms should be checked at IOPP
Certificate renewal surveys according to the manufacturers instructions. Alternatively
the unit may be replaced by a calibrated 15ppm (5ppm) Bilge Alarm. The calibration
certificate for the 15ppm (5ppm) Bilge Alarm, certifying date of last calibration check,
should be retained onboard for inspection purposes. The accuracy checks can only
be done by the manufacturer or persons authorized by the manufacturer.

6.2. Function Test at Classification Survey and Port State Control


All 15ppm (5ppm) Bilge Alarms leaving our works are calibrated according the
requirements with an accuracy of better than +/- 5 ppm within the measuring range.
The alarm points are pre-set to alarm 1 to 14 ppm (4ppm) and alarm 2 to 15ppm
(5ppm) for all RWO - OWS type “SKIT S DEB” or “OPUS” and can only be changed
to a lower value on site. A setting to a higher value as 15ppm (5ppm) is not possible.
To provide a simple procedure for check the instrument aboard ship, the OMD-24 is
constructed in that way, that the zero check also confirms the instrument drift within
the specifications. The Test button starts a self test routine and allows to put both
alarms contacts into alarm condition. The instrument will count down from an
assumed high reading (30ppm) downwards until the assumed value is equal to the
actual measured ppm value. Note that this test will only switch the alarm contacts to
non-alarm condition, if the sample contains less than 15ppm (5ppm) oil content and
all other conditions for proper measurement are OK.

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7. Monitor operation
With 0,1m³ OWS capacity the whole water flows trough the Bilge Alarm Monitor. For
a OWS capacity over 0,1 m³ a part of the water of the oily water separator is led via a
bypass through the monitor. For this, a back-pressure orifice plate (oily water
separator pos. 11) is built into the main flow between the pump and the 3-way
recirculation valve (oily water separator pos. 23). The amount of the flow through the
monitor is, as a rule, already set up in the factory.

7.1. Operating instructions


The OMD-24 has two independent valves for sample water and clean water. Valve
handles are mechanically interlocked. Do not use excessive force to operate the
handles. The OMD-24 will only allow overboard discharge in Normal Operation
setting of both valve handles.

NORMAL OPERATION STOP SAMPLE CLEAN WATER

Fig. 6

7.2. Instrument start-up sequence:


a) Switch on the OWS power supply.
b) Allow a period of time for water entering the sample tube.
c) Flow oil free water through the system for a few minutes and check that the display
show 0 to 2ppm. If not, clean proper before adjusting the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD
24 according section “8. Maintenance”.
d) Switch the instrument sample supply from the clean water supply to the separator
sampling point connection.
e) The instrument is now ready for use.

7.3. Operator Notes


a) When oily water flows through the instrument the display will show the actual value
of oil content.
b) If the oil concentration exceeds the adjusted threshold (works adjustment 15ppm
(5ppm)), the alarm indicator 1 will be illuminated in intervals during the selected
time delay before it change to steady light and the associated alarm relay will op-
erate. Accordingly also the alarm indicator 2 will be illuminated and its associated
alarm relay will take the appropriate shut down action.

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7.4. Monitoring operation and alarm events during operation


a) When water containing oil flows through the device, the oil concentration is indi-
cated by the display. The alarm LED’s, (see Fig. 2) show green.
b) If the oil concentration should exceed the pre adjusted limiting values of both alarm
circuits, the alarm LED’s change from "GREEN" to "RED" and both relays (alarm
relay 1 and 2) switch over after 2 seconds. The OWS control unit process these
signals and controls with that
 the adsorber by pass
 the recirculation valve (OWS pos. 23)
 the common alarm relay
switch over to oil alarm conditions.

8. Maintenance
8.1. Importens Information!
For cleaning of Glass Tube at 15ppm (5ppm) Bilge Alarms OMD-24.

NEVER DISASSEMBLE THE UNITS AS THIS MAY VOID THE CALIBRATION AND
THE CERTIFICATION!

CLEANING HAS ONLY TO BE DONE TROUGH THE REMOVED CELL CAP BY


USING THE CLEANING BRUSH!

In most cases of high reading with clean water the measuring cell has a problem with
internal coating of the glass tube. Just cleaning with brush and clean water will not
help in this case.
Please carry out the following instructions to make sure, that the glass tube is really
clean. Then the unit will show 0 to 2 ppm with clean water.
Check Measuring cell humidity readings and desiccator status. Desiccator status
must be OK and dew point should be considerably lower then sample temperature
and clean water temperature. If not, change desiccant container and allow new
desiccator to absorb the humidity inside the measuring cell.
Clean the glass tube by using the cleaning brush under assistance from some
cleaner.
In certain cases iron oxide can be deposited inside the glass tube (brownish surface
deposit on the glass tube), depending on environmental conditions on site. In this
case some citric acid or juice from a fresh lemon may help, if you fill it into the glass
tube and leave it at least over night before using the cleaning brush for removing the
last dirt from the glass tube. Also, in cases of calcareous deposits in the glass tube,
treatment with some mild acidic cleaner, citric acid, or vinegar may allow removal of
the deposits. Make sure, that the cleaning fluid will stay in the tube and is not
draining. Sometimes the cleaning with citric acid or vinegar has to be done 2 or 3
times for at least 12 hours, depending on the thickness of the coating.
Additional use of some slightly abrasive cleaning powder or tooth paste may also
assist in cleaning as a last resort. Please note that some powerful abrasives may
scratch the glass surface, permanently damaging the instrument.

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8.2. Maintenance at weekly intervals


a) Flush the cell with oil free water.
b) Isolate the instrument from both, sample and oil free water supply.
c) Unscrew and remove the cell cap.
d) Insert the Cell Cleaning brush into the cell and clean it with upwards and down-
wards motion through the entire length of the cell several times.
e) Remove the Cell Cleaning brush and replace the cell cap.
f) Open clean water valve and allow oil free water to flow through the instrument for a
few minutes.
g) Observe that the display is showing "0" to “2”. If not, clean again.
h) Examine the status of the desiccator (Chapter 5.6, Table 5 d, TEST button). The
Desiccator status display will indicate if the desiccator is worn out and working in-
sufficient. If the desiccator status is any other then OK, the desiccator should be
replaced. Additionally, the Measuring Cell dew point can be checked. The dew
point should be lower then both sample temperature and clean water temperature.
Insufficient desiccator performance could result in condensation inside the measur-
ing cell and wrong measurement and/or damage to optical components. Insuffi-
cient desiccant container can easily be exchanged by removing the desiccator cap.
Just unscrew the desiccator cap, replace the desiccant container by a new one
(Art. No. 51110EM027). Make sure to close the desiccator cap properly. Allow the
new desiccator some time to absorb the humidity inside the measuring cell.
i) Switch valves to Normal Operation position.

8.3. Optional Manual Cell Clean Unit (Art. No. 51110EM004)


Optional item if fitted
This unit facilitates cleaning of the cell without the need of removing the cell cap.
Regular use of this device should prevent malfunction of the monitor by simple
pollution of the sample tube and all the trouble which this can cause.
Operating Instructions
a) Ensure that the monitor is switched off and that there is a clean water supply
through the cell.
b) Activate the manual cell clean unit by pressing the handle several times.
c) Switch the monitor back on and check the reading is between 0 to 2 ppm.
d) Repeat a) to c) at least once a week or as necessary.
NB: The Manual Cell Clean Unit may also be used during normal operation with
sample water, but in this case an alarm occurs because the wiper is passing the light
source.
Spares: Wiper Seal (Art. No.: 51110EM029)

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9. Memory Card (refer to Fig. 7)

+
ESC

- OK

TEST SET
ON AL1 AL2 SYS

LOG

1 OMD-24

1 2 PE 3 4 PE 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Fig. 7
1: Memory Card (Art. No.: 51110EM012)
2: Terminal Cover
The Memory Card is located next to the terminals in the computer housing. It is
suitable for the life of the instrument, as it is calculated to the according MEPC
107(49) required storage time of at least 18 month. When the card is full, the oldest
entry will be overwritten, so that a replacement is not necessary. Under normal use
the card should not be taken out, as this is linked with the specific system. The card
can be read in other OMD-24 units, but writing is only possible in the related system.
If no Memory Card is mounted or a card from another system is mounted, the unit will
be in alarm conditions.

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10. Troubleshooting
10.1. Fault finding
The Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 will indicate several malfunctions in the status line
of the display. Pressing the “OK” button will lead into an information window, similar
to the items listed in the table below.
Status Reading System-Alarm- Alarm- Reason Servicing
LED circuit 1,2
OK 0..49 Green / Blink- Normal Normal operation -
ing operation
OK EE Green / Blink- Alarm Sample reading is out Wait until oil content is
ing of range: within the range,
Oil content too high, clean sample tube
dirty sample tube
FW ! 0..49 / EE Green / Blink- Alarm Freshwater is enabled -
ing
Sample? EE Red / Steady Alarm Meter is not able to Check sample, clean
measure the sample: sample tube accord-
no water in, oil content ing Page 21
much too high, no light
transmission possible
Flow! 0..49 / EE Green / Blink- Alarm Flow Switch (Terminals Check sample flow
ing 15&16) open and/or and valve positions
Sample Valve Lever
out of operation position
Com? EE Red / Steady Alarm No communication be- Check connection be-
tween computer unit tween computer unit
and measuring cell and measuring cell
Datalog? 0..49 / EE Red / Steady Alarm Data logging is not Insert the active
possible: no DECKMA memory card
memory card inserted
Data logging is not Insert the active
possible: a read only memory card
card has been inserted
Data logging is not Activate card or insert
possible: a new the active memory
DECKMA memory card card
has been inserted, but
has not been activated
Desicc 0..49 / EE Green / Blink- Normal Measuring Cell humidi- Check/Replace Des-
ing operation ty critically high iccator
(>30%RH)
Humid 0..49 / EE Green / Blink- Normal Sample temperature Check/Replace Des-
ing operation below dew point. In- iccator
stantaneous condensa-
tion possible
Int.Err Red / Steady Alarm Internal error Restart the system

Table 6 Fault finding

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11. List of Spare Parts


Note: These spare parts are not scope of a standard delivery with plants. However
these parts can be ordered directly from RWO (spares.rwo@veoliawater.com)
Pos.-No. Description Ident-No.
Fig. 4 set of o-rings for OMD-24 51110EM001
2 – Fig. 2 measuring cell OMD-24 51110EM003
manual cell cleaning unit OMD-24 51110EM004
7 – Fig. 2 head screw OMD-24 51110EM005
cell brush 51110EM006
1 – Fig. 7 memory card OMD-24 51110EM012
1 – Fig. 2 computer unit OMD-24 51110EM014
desiccator cartridge OMD 24 51110EM027
Set of standard spare parts for OMD24
recommended to be on board and containing: 51110EM028
 3 x Ident. No.: 51110EM006, cell brush
 3 x Ident. No.: 51110EM027, desiccator cartridge
 3 x Ident. No.: 51110EM001, set o-rings,
 1 x accessories box
Wiper Seal 51110EM029
Table 7 List of Spare Parts

12. Exchange Parts Service


12.1. General
All Bilge Alarm Monitors in our range are inspected and tested to I.M.O. requirements
at our factories prior to delivery.
In normal use the Bilge Alarm Monitors should operate correctly and without fault
over a long period of time requiring only small amounts of maintenance to be carried
out as outlined in the instruction manuals.

12.2. Exchange Equipment Service


If, in spite of the care mentioned above, it should come to an equipment failure, we
recommend you to order a complete exchange monitor from us.
This ensures that, after the exchange, you have a monitor on board that has been
overhauled and tested in our factory.
The defective device which has been replaced should then be sent back to us
immediately.
If you return the defective Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 to us within a reasonable
period of time (30 days), RWO will only charge costs for the repair and calibration of
the monitor. Otherwise we must charge the full sum shown on the invoice which
accompanies the exchange monitor we send to you.
Experience has shown that this offers the customer the most reasonable price and
ensures at the same time that a device is employed which meets the IMO
specifications.

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Note:

Accordingly to the rules of the MEPC.107(49) § 4.2.11. At the renewal of the IOPP cer-
tificate the unit must be checked by the manufacturer or a person authorized by the
manufacturer. Alternative the unit can be replaced by a ready calibrated Bilge Alarm
Monitor. The special design of the OMD 24 permits that only the measuring cell must
be replaced, because this part is the only relevant part for the calibration. The certifi-
cate with the date of the last calibration must be stored on board to be in the position to
present the certificate to the authorities.

If for any reason the computer unit also must be replaced it


must be sure that the memory card remains on board for at
least 18 month. The new computer unit is equipped with a
memory card of his own. The old memory card can only be
Important read in the new unity, storage of data can carried out only
on the newly delivered card.
For more details see chapter 9

12.3. Exchange of electronic components


Because of small variations in the characteristics of components of the same type, it
is recommended to calibrate the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24 after repair and
replacement of such components (except for relays, fuses, etc.). This calibration work
only may be carried out by the manufacturer or a person authorized by the
manufacturer.
Otherwise it can come to faulty display values and, if the display value is very low, to
exceeding the allowable limit of oil in water.
For the above reasons, only the possibility to order to a service exchange Bilge Alarm
Monitor OMD 24 from us remains.

12.4. Warranty
Our warranty terms are12 months after installation but maximal 18 months after
delivery ex works. The maker undertakes to remedy any defect resulting from faulty
materials of workmanship except wearing parts. The maker's obligation is limited to
the repairs or replacement of such defective parts by his own plant or one of his
authorized service stations. The purchaser shall bear the cost and risk of transport of
defective parts and repaired parts supplied in replacement of such defective parts.
ANY DISMANTLING OR BREAKING OF A SEAL WILL VOID THE WARRANTY!

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13. Important contact numbers

Department Telephone Fax


Repair and Service 49-421-537050 49-421-53705441
S p a r e s s e r vi c e 49-421-53705228 49-421-53705442
Plant sales 49-421-53705220 49-421-53705442

Internet
e-mail rw o@veol i aw ater.com
hom epage www .rw o.de
When you will order spare parts or exchange Bilge Alarm
Monitors, please give us the serial number of the
“Oily Water Separator” of the “Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24”
and of the “Measuring Cell”
IMPORTANT! (see cover sheet of the operating instructions or the name
plate on the oily water separator and on the “Computer Unit”
and “Measuring Cell” of the Bilge Alarm Monitor OMD 24).

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