Detectronic | Model 606 Manual ^hot^

No. The 606 is for open channel or gravity flow only. For pressurized pipes, use a differential pressure transmitter.

Detectronic Ltd (based in Lancashire, UK) has changed ownership and product lines over the years. The Model 606 is considered a legacy product, superseded by the 707, 808, and now the MS600 series. However, the manual is still available through several channels: detectronic model 606 manual

| Problem | Likely Cause | Manual Reference | Solution | |---------|--------------|------------------|----------| | Unit won’t power on | Depleted internal battery | Section 4.2.1 | Replace 12V 7Ah sealed lead-acid battery. | | Erratic level readings | Foam on water surface | Section 5.3 | Enable "Foam rejection" algorithm in advanced menu. | | Corrupted data download | Wrong baud rate | Section 7.1 | Set PC to 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity. | | Display shows "Error 14" | Sensor echo loss | Section 8.0 | Check transducer cable for breaks; test with oscilloscope. | | Flow total wrong | Incorrect channel slope | Section 6.2 | Re-enter Manning’s roughness coefficient (n) from site survey. | Detectronic Ltd (based in Lancashire, UK) has changed

| Frequency | Action | Tools Required | |-----------|--------|----------------| | Monthly | Clean transducer face with isopropyl alcohol and a soft cloth. | Lint-free cloth, IPA | | Quarterly | Verify calibration against a manual dip tape. | Staff gauge, dip tape | | Bi-annually | Inspect cable glands for cracks; reapply silicone grease to O-rings. | Silicone grease, torque wrench (0.5 Nm) | | Annually | Send unit to Detectronic for full recalibration and desiccant replacement. | Shipping box, RMA form | | | Erratic level readings | Foam on