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Operation

Source: Intuition-6 Instruction Manual Rev. H, Pages: 36–64 The Intuition-6 features a 5” color touchscreen for all configuration and monitoring functions.

Front Panel

Intuition-6 front panel showing touchscreen home screen, status LEDs, USB port, and padlock loop
ComponentFunction
Power SwitchOn/Off rocker switch (circuits remain live when off)
Touchscreen Display800 x 480 pixel capacitive touchscreen
System Status LEDGreen = running normally
Alarm LEDRed = active alarm
USB PortFirmware upgrades, config backup, datalog export
Padlock LoopSecurity lockout for enclosure door

Startup

1

Apply power

Turn on the power switch. The display will show the Walchem logo during initialization.
2

Initial configuration

On first startup, configure:
  • Date and time
  • Language preference
  • Input and output assignments
3

Verify sensors

Check that all connected sensors display valid readings on the home screen.
4

Program outputs

Configure each relay for the desired control mode before placing in Auto.

Shutdown

For planned shutdowns:
1

Disable outputs

Place all relay outputs in Off mode via the HOA menu
2

Wait for processes

Wait for any active processes to complete (biocide timers, bleed cycles)
3

Power off

Turn off the power switch on the front panel
4

Disconnect power

Disconnect power at the source if servicing the controller
The power switch does not disconnect all internal circuits. Always disconnect external power before opening the enclosure.

Home Screen

The home screen displays a customizable summary of inputs and outputs. Touch any displayed value to access its detail screen.

Customizing the Home Screen

  1. Press and hold anywhere on the home screen for 3 seconds
  2. Use the Edit icons to:
    • Split cells to show more items
    • Merge cells to show fewer, larger items
    • Move items up or down
    • Delete items from display
  3. Touch the checkmark to save changes

Screen Icons

IconFunction
Calibration (target)Access sensor calibration
Graph (line chart)View sensor trend graph
Edit (pencil)Modify settings
Info (i in circle)Return to view mode
Close (X)Close menu, return to previous
Confirm (checkmark)Save changes
Filter (funnel)Limit displayed choices
Delete (backspace arrow)Erase character entry
Displays all active and recent alarms. Touch any alarm for details.Alarm Types:
  • Sensor alarms (Hi/Hi, Hi, Lo, Lo/Lo)
  • Output timeout alarms
  • Flow verify alarms
  • Communication errors
  • Calibration reminders

Hand-Off-Auto (HOA) Control

Each output can be set to one of three states:
StateDescription
HandOutput forced ON regardless of control mode
OffOutput forced OFF regardless of control mode
AutoOutput controlled by programmed algorithm
Hand Time Limit can be configured to automatically return an output from Hand to its previous state after a set time—prevents forgetting a pump in manual mode.

Sensor Calibration

Calibration maintains measurement accuracy. Access calibration from the Input menu by touching the calibration icon.
One-Point Process Calibration:
1

Take grab sample

Take a grab sample while viewing the live reading
2

Measure in lab

Measure sample conductivity with a lab meter
3

Enter value

Enter the lab value in the controller
4

Confirm

Touch Confirm to save calibration
One-Point Buffer Calibration:
1

Prepare standard

Place sensor in known conductivity solution
2

Enter value

Enter solution value
3

Stabilize

Wait for reading to stabilize
4

Confirm

Touch Confirm to save calibration

Sensor Settings

Each sensor type has configurable parameters:

Common Settings

SettingDescription
AlarmsLo/Lo, Lo, Hi, Hi/Hi thresholds
DeadbandDifference between alarm on and off points
Smoothing Factor0-90%, damping for noisy signals
Cal Required AlarmDays between calibration reminders
NameCustom identifier for the input

Conductivity-Specific

SettingDescription
Cell ConstantMatch to sensor (0.01, 0.1, 1.0, 10.0)
Temp CompensationNaCl standard or Linear %/°C
Temp Comp FactorLinear coefficient (typically 2%/°C)
Default TempTemperature used if sensor fails
Cable LengthFor compensation of long cable runs
UnitsµS/cm, mS/cm, mS/m, S/m, or ppm

pH-Specific

SettingDescription
BuffersManual, JIS/NIST, DIN, or Traceable 4/7/10
ElectrodeGlass (standard) or Antimony
Default TempTemperature if sensor fails

4-20 mA Transmitter

SettingDescription
Transmitter Type2-wire loop, 2-wire powered, 3-wire, 4-wire
4 mA ValueEngineering units at 4 mA
20 mA ValueEngineering units at 20 mA
UnitsCustom units text

Digital Input Configuration

Configure each digital input type using the settings below.

DI State (Flow Switch/Interlock)

SettingDescription
Open MessageText shown when switch open
Closed MessageText shown when switch closed
InterlockWhich state triggers interlock
AlarmGenerate alarm on Open, Closed, or Never

Flow Meter (Contactor)

SettingDescription
Volume/ContactVolume per switch closure
Flow UnitsGallons, Liters, m³, MG
Totalizer AlarmAlarm when total exceeds value
Scheduled ResetDaily, Monthly, Annually, or Never

Flow Meter (Paddlewheel)

SettingDescription
K FactorPulses per unit volume
Flow/Rate UnitsVolume and time base
AlarmsLow and High flow rate limits

Feed Monitor

SettingDescription
Volume/ContactVolume per pulse (from pump specs)
Totalizer AlarmMaximum allowed total
Flow Alarm DelayTime before loss-of-flow alarm
Flow Alarm ClearPulses required to clear alarm
Reprime TimePump on-time when loss detected
Linked OutputWhich relay controls this pump

Ethernet Configuration

Use these settings to connect the controller to the network and enable web/email features.

Network Setup

  1. Go to Configuration → Ethernet Settings
  2. Select DHCP or enter fixed IP address
  3. Configure subnet mask and gateway
  4. Test connection

Web Interface Access

  1. Connect controller to network
  2. Enter IP address in web browser
  3. Log in with controller password
  4. Access all configuration via web pages

Email Configuration

Configure up to 8 email addresses for:
  • Alarm notifications
  • Periodic datalog reports
  • Calibration reminders
Email requires SMTP server configuration. Contact your IT department for the correct settings.

USB Functions

Insert a USB flash drive to access:

Software Upgrade

  1. Download latest firmware from Walchem website
  2. Copy to USB drive root directory
  3. Insert drive, navigate to File Utilities
  4. Select Software Upgrade

Config File Backup/Restore

  1. Export configuration to USB
  2. Import to another controller for quick setup
  3. Useful for multi-controller installations

Datalog Export

  1. Select date range
  2. Export to CSV format
  3. Open in Excel or similar spreadsheet

Sources

Intuition-6 Instruction Manual Rev. H

Pages 36–64 • February 2024