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pH 3210
Operating manual
pH meter
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instruments are the result of a continuous development. This may result in
differences between this operating manual and your meter. Also, we cannot
guarantee that there are absolutely no errors in this manual. Therefore, we
are sure you will understand that we cannot accept any legal claims resulting
from the data, figures or descriptions.
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pH 3210 Contents
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pH 3210 - Contents
1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.3 Socket field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.1 Authorized use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.2 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3 Commissioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 Scope of delivery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2 Initial commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2.1 Inserting the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2.2 Switching on the meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.2.3 Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.1 Switching on the meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.2 General operating principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.2.1 Operating modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.2.2 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.2.3 Example 1 on navigation: Setting the language. 19
4.2.4 Example 2 on navigation: Setting the date and
time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.3 Sensor-independent settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.3.1 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.3.2 Data storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.3.3 Automatic Stability control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.4 pH value / ORP voltage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.4.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.4.2 Measuring the pH value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.4.3 Measuring the ORP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.4.4 Settings for pH and ORP measurements. . . . . . 32
4.4.5 pH calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.4.6 Calibration interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.4.7 Carrying out an automatic calibration (AutoCal) 39
4.4.8 Carrying out a manual calibration (ConCal). . . . 42
4.4.9 Displaying calibration records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4.4.10 Continuous measurement control (CMC
function) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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4.5 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
4.5.1 Manual storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
4.5.2 Editing the measured value storage . . . . . . . . . . 48
4.5.3 Erasing the measurement data storage . . . . . . . 50
4.6 Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4.6.1 Resetting the measurement settings . . . . . . . . . 51
4.6.2 Resetting the system settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
5 Maintenance, cleaning, disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
5.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
5.1.1 Replacing the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
5.2 Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
5.3 Packing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
5.4 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
6 What to do if... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
7.1 General data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
7.2 Measuring ranges, resolution, accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
8 Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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1Overview
The compact pH 3210 precision pH meter enables you to perform pH
measurements rapidly and reliably. The pH 3210 provides the
maximum degree of operating comfort, reliability and measuring
certainty for all applications.
The proven calibration procedures and automatic stability control
function (AR) support your work with the pH meter.
1Keypad
2Display
3Socket field
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1.1 Keypad
In this operating manual, keys are indicated by brackets <..> .
The key symbol (e.g. <ENTER>) generally indicates a short keystroke
(under 2 sec) in this operating manual. A long keystroke (approx.
2 sec) is indicated by the underscore behind the key symbol (e.g.
<ENTER_>).
ENTER
M
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F1 F2
AR
CAL
STO RCL
<F1>:
<F1_>:
<F2>:
<F2_>:
Softkey providing situation dependent functions , e.g.:
<F1>/[Menu]: Opens the menu for measurement settings
<F1_>/[Menu]: Opens the menu for system settings
<On/Off>: Switches the meter on or off
<M>: Selects the measured parameter
<CAL>:
<CAL_>:
Calls up the calibration procedure
Displays the calibration data
<STO>:
<STO_>
Stores a measured value manually
<RCL>:
<RCL_>
Displays the manually stored measured values
<▲>: Increments values, scrolls
<▼>: Decrements values, scrolls
F1
F2
CAL
STO
RCL
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1.2 Display
Function display
indicators
<ENTER>:
<ENTER_>:
Opens the menu for measurement settings / confirms
entries
Opens the menu for system settings
<AR> Freezes the measured value (HOLD function)
Switches the AutoRead measurement on or off
AR
1Status information
2Measured value (with unit)
3Measured parameter
4Continuous measurement control (CMC function)
5Sensor symbol (calibration evaluation, calibration
interval)
6Measured temperature (with unit)
7Status line
8Softkeys and date + time
HOLD AR
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AutoCal
e.g. TEC
Calibration with automatic buffer recognition, e.g.
with the buffer set: Technical buffers
ConCal Calibration with any buffers
Error An error occurred during calibration
LoBat Batteries are almost empty
AR Stability control (AutoRead) is active
HOLD Measured value is frozen (<AR> key)
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1.3 Socket field
Caution
Only connect sensors to the meter that cannot return any voltages
or currents that are not allowed (> SELV and > current circuit with
current limiting).
Almost all customary sensors fulfill these conditions.
Connectors:
1pH electrode
2Reference electrode
3Temperature sensor
4Service interface
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2 Safety
This operating manual contains basic instructions that you must follow
during the commissioning, operation and maintenance of the meter.
Consequently, all responsible personnel must read this operating
manual before working with the meter.
The operating manual must always be available within the
vicinity of the meter.
Target group The meter was developed for work in the field and in the laboratory.
Thus, we assume that, as a result of their professional training and
experience, the operators will know the necessary safety precautions
to take when handling chemicals.
Safety instructions Safety instructions in this operating manual are indicated by the
warning symbol (triangle) in the left column. The signal word (e.g.
"Caution") indicates the level of danger:
Warning
indicates instructions that must be followed precisely in order to
avoid possibly great dangers to personnel.
Caution
indicates instructions that must be followed precisely in order to
avoid the possibility of slight injuries or damage to the meter or
the environment.
Further notes
Note
indicates notes that draw your attention to special features.
Note
indicates cross-references to other documents, e.g. operating
manuals.
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2.1 Authorized use
This meter is authorized exclusively for pH and ORP measurements in
a laboratory or field environment.
The technical specifications as given in chapter 7 TECHNICAL DATA must
be observed. Only the operation and running of the meter according to
the instructions given in this operating manual is authorized.
Any other use is considered unauthorized.
2.2 General safety instructions
This meter is constructed and tested in compliance with the IEC 1010
safety regulations for electronic measuring instruments.
It left the factory in a safe and secure technical condition.
Function and
operational safety
The smooth functioning and operational safety of the meter can only be
guaranteed if the generally applicable safety measures and the specific
safety instructions in this operating manual are followed during
operation.
The smooth functioning and operational safety of the meter can only be
guaranteed under the environmental conditions that are specified in
chapter 7 TECHNICAL DATA.
If the meter was transported from a cold environment to a warm
environment, the formation of condensate can lead to the faulty
functioning of the meter. In this event, wait until the temperature of the
meter reaches room temperature before putting the meter back into
operation.
Caution
The meter is only allowed to be opened by authorized personnel.
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Safe operation If safe operation is no longer possible, the meter must be taken out of
service and secured against inadvertent operation!
Safe operation is no longer possible if the meter:
-has been damaged in transport
-has been stored under adverse conditions for a lengthy period of
time
-is visibly damaged
-no longer operates as described in this manual.
If you are in any doubt, please contact the supplier of the meter.
Obligations of the
purchaser
The purchaser of this meter must ensure that the following laws and
guidelines are observed when using dangerous substances:
-EEC directives for protective labor legislation
-National protective labor legislation
-Safety regulations
-Safety datasheets of the chemical manufacturers.
Caution
In addition to the safety instructions mentioned here, also follow
the safety instructions of the sensors used.
The operating manuals of the sensors are available on the
supplied CD and on the Internet under www.WTW.com.
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3 Commissioning
3.1 Scope of delivery
-pH meter, pH 3210
-4 batteries 1.5 V Mignon type AA
-Short instructions
-CD-ROM with detailed operating manual
3.2 Initial commissioning
Perform the following activities:
-Insert the supplied batteries
-Switch on the meter
-Set the date and time
3.2.1 Inserting the batteries
1Unscrew the two screws (1) on the underside of the meter.
2 Open the battery compartment (2) on the underside of the
meter.
3Place four batteries (type Mignon AA) in the battery
compartment.
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Note
Alternatively, you can also use Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (type
Mignon AA). In order to charge the batteries, an external charging
device is required.
Caution
Make sure that the poles of the batteries are positioned correctly.
The ± signs on the batteries must correspond to the ± signs in the
battery compartment.
3.2.2 Switching on the meter
Note
The meter has an energy saving feature to avoid unnecessary battery
depletion.
The energy saving feature switches off the meter if no key is pressed
during the adjusted interval. (How to set the switch-off interval, see
section 4.3.1).
3.2.3 Setting the date and time
4Close the battery compartment (2) and tighten the screws (1).
1Press the <On/Off> key.
The meter performs a self-test.
The display shows the manufacturer's logo while the self-test
is being performed.
Subsequently, the meter switches to the measuring mode
(measured value display).
1See section 4.2.4
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4 Operation
4.1 Switching on the meter
Switching on Press the <On/Off> key.
The meter performs a self-test.
The display shows the manufacturer's logo while the self-test is being
performed.
The measured value display appears.
Switching off Press the <On/Off> key.
Automatic switch-off The instrument has an automatic switch-off function in order to save the
batteries (see section 4.3.1). The automatic switch-off switches off the
meter if no key is pressed for an adjustable period.
Display illumination The meter automatically switches off the display illumination if no key
has been pressed for 15 seconds. The illumination is switched on with
the next keystroke again.
You can also generally switch the display illumination on or off (see
section 4.3.1).
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4.2 General operating principles
This section contains basic information on the operation of the
pH 3210.
Operating elements,
display
An overview of the operating elements and the display is given in
section 1.1 and section 1.2.
Operating modes,
navigation
An overview of the operating modes and navigation of the pH 3210 is
given in section 4.2.1 and section 4.2.2.
4.2.1 Operating modes
The meter has the following operating modes:
-Measurement
The measurement data of the connected sensor is shown in the
measured value display
-Calibration
The course of a calibration with calibration information, functions
and settings is displayed
-Storage in memory
The meter stores measuring data manually or automatically
-Setting
The system menu or a sensor menu with submenus, settings and
functions is displayed
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4.2.2 Navigation
Measured value display In the measured value display, you can
-open the menu for calibration and measurement settings with <F1>
(short keystroke).
-open the Storage & config menu with the sensor-independent
settings by pressing <F1_> (long keystroke, approx. 2 s on <F1>).
-change the display in the selected measuring window
(e. g. pH <−> mV) by pressing <M>.
Menus and dialogs The menus for settings and dialogs in procedures contain further
submenus. The selection is made with the <▲><▼> keys. The current
selection is displayed with a frame.
-Submenus
The name of the submenu is displayed at the upper edge of the
frame. Submenus are opened by confirming with <ENTER>.
Example:
-Settings
Settings are indicated by a colon. The current setting is displayed on
the right-hand side. The setting mode is opened with <ENTER>.
Subsequently, the setting can be changed with <▲><▼> and
<ENTER>. Example:
General
Measurement
Interface
Clock
Service information
Reset
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Language: Deutsch
Beep:Off
Illumination:On
Contrast:50 %
Switchoff time:1 h
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-Functions
Functions are designated by the name of the function. They are
immediately carried out by confirming with <ENTER>.
Example: Display the Calibration record function.
Messages Information is marked by the
i
symbol. It cannot be selected.
Example:
Note
The principles of navigation are explained in the two following sections
by reference of examples:
-Setting the language (section 4.2.3)
-Setting the date and time (see section 4.2.4).
Calibration record
Data storage
Buffer:TEC
One point calibration:Yes
Calibration interval:7 d
Unit for slope:mV/pH
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Calibration record
Data storage
Buffer:TEC
One point calibration:Yes
Calibration interval:7 d
Unit for slope:mV/pH
i
2.00 4.01 7.00 10.01
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4.2.3 Example 1 on navigation: Setting the language
1Press the <On/Off> key.
The measured value display appears.
The instrument is in the measuring mode.
2Using <F1_>/[Menu] open the Storage & config menu.
The instrument is in the setting mode.
3Select the System submenu with <▲><▼>.
The current selection is displayed with a frame.
4 Open the System submenu with <ENTER>.
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5Select the General submenu with <▲><▼>.
The current selection is displayed with a frame.
6 Open the General submenu with <ENTER>.
7Open the setting mode for the Language with <ENTER>.
8Select the required language with <▲><▼>.
General
Measurement
Interface
Clock
Service information
Reset
System
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Language: Deutsch
Beep:Off
Illumination:On
Contrast:50 %
Switchoff time:1 h
General
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Language: Deutsch
Beep:Off
Illumination:On
Contrast:50 %
Switchoff time:1 h
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9 Confirm the setting with <ENTER>.
The meter switches to the measuring mode.
The selected language is active.
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4.2.4 Example 2 on navigation: Setting the date and time
The meter has a clock with a date function. The date and time are
indicated in the status line of the measured value display.
When storing measured values and calibrating, the current date and
time are automatically stored as well.
The correct setting of the date and time and date format is important for
the following functions and displays:
-Current date and time
-Calibration date
-Identification of stored measured values.
Therefore, check the time at regular intervals.
Note
After a fall of the supply voltage (empty batteries), the date and time are
reset to 01.01.2008 00, 00:00 hours.
Setting the date, time
and date format
The date format can be switched from the display of day, month, year
(dd.mm.yyyy) to the display of month, day, year (mm/dd/yyyy or
mm.dd.yyyy).
1In the measured value display:
Using <F1_>/[Menu], open the Storage & config menu.
The instrument is in the setting operating mode.
2 Select and confirm the System / Clock menu with <▲><▼> and
<ENTER>.
The setting menu for the date and time opens up.
3Select and confirm the Time menu with <▲><▼> and
<ENTER>.
The hours are highlighted.
Date format:dd.mm.yyyy
Date:30.10.2008
Time:14:53:40
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4Change and confirm the setting with <▲><▼> and <ENTER>.
The minutes are highlighted.
5 Change and confirm the setting with <▲><▼> and <ENTER>.
The seconds are highlighted.
6Change and confirm the setting with <▲><▼> and <ENTER>.
The time is set.
7 If necessary, set the Date and Date format. The setting is made
similarly to that of the time.
8If necessary, select and set the Date with <▲><▼> and
<ENTER>.
9 To make further settings, switch to the next higher menu level
with <F1>/[Back].
or
Switch to the measured value display with <M>.
The instrument is in the measuring mode.
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4.3 Sensor-independent settings
The Storage & config menu comprises the following settings:
-System (see section 4.3.1).
-Data storage (see section 4.3.1)
4.3.1 System
Overview The following sensor-independent meter characteristics can be
adjusted in the Storage & config/System menu:
-Menu language
-Illumination
-Display contrast
-Interval of the automatic switch-off
-Clock and date function
-Reset of all sensor-independent system settings to the default
condition
Settings To open the Storage & config menu, press the <F1_>/[Menu] or
<ENTER>key in the measured value display. After completing the
settings, switch to the measured value display with <M>.
Menu item Setting Description
System / General /
Language
Deutsch
English
(further)
Select the menu language
System / General /
Illumination
Auto
On
Off
Switching the display illu-
mination on/off
System / General /
Contrast
0 ... 100 % Changing the display con-
trast
System / General /
Switchoff time
10 min ... 24 h Adjust the switch-off time
System / Clock Time
Date
Date format
Settings of time and date.
For details, see section
4.2.4
System / Service
information
Hardware version and soft-
ware version of the meter
are displayed.
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4.3.2 Data storage
This menu contains all functions to display, edit and erase stored
measured values and calibration records.
Note
Detailed information on the storage functions of the pH 3210 is given in
section 4.5.
System / Reset - Resets the system settings
to the default values.
For details, see section
4.6.2
Menu item Setting Description
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4.3.3 Automatic Stability control
The automatic Stability control function continuously checks the
stability of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable
impact on the reproducibility of measured values.
You can activate or switch off the automatic Stability control function
(see section 4.3.1).
The measured parameter flashes on the display
-as soon as the measured value is outside the allowed stability range
-if you switch over between the measured parameters with <M>.
-if the automatic Stability control function is switched off.
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4.4 pH value / ORP voltage
4.4.1 General information
You can measure the following variables:
-pH value [ ]
-ORP [mV]
Temperature
measurement
For reproducible pH measurements, it is essential to measure the
temperature of the test sample.
You have the following possibilities to measure the temperature:
-Automatic measurement of the temperature by the temperature
sensor (NTC30 or Pt1000) integrated in electrode.
-Manual determination and input of the temperature.
The meter recognizes whether a suitable sensor is connected and
automatically switches on the temperature measurement.
The display of the temperature indicates the active temperature
measuring mode:
Preparatory activities Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to measure:
Temperature
sensor
Resolution of the
temp. display
Mode
yes 0.1 °C Automatic with temperature
sensor
- 1 °C Manual
1Connect a pH or ORP electrode to the meter.
The pH measuring window is displayed.
2 If necessary, select the pH or mV display with <M>.
3Adjust the temperature of the solutions and measure the cur-
rent temperature if the measurement is made without a tempe-
rature sensor.
4 Calibrate or check the meter with the combination electrode.
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4.4.2 Measuring the pH value
Stability control
(AutoRead )
The stability control function (AutoRead) continually checks the stability
of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable impact on
the reproducibility of measured values.
The measured parameter flashes on the display
-as soon as the measured value is outside the stability range
-when the automatic Stability control is switched off.
You can start the Stability control manually at any time, irrespective of
the setting for automatic Stability control (see page 26) in the System
menu.
Note
You can prematurely terminate the Stability control function manually
with <ENTER> at any time.
1Perform the preparatory activities according to section 4.4.1.
2 Immerse the pH electrode in the test sample.
3Select the pH or mV display with <M>.
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1Freeze the measured value with <AR>.
The [HOLD] status indicator is displayed.
The HOLD function is active.
2Using <ENTER>, activate the Stability control function manu-
ally.
The [AR] status indicator appears while the measured value is
assessed as not stable. A progress bar is displayed and the
display of the measured parameter flashes.
The [HOLD][AR] status indicator appears as soon as a stable
measured value is recognized.
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Criteria for a stable
measured value
The Stability control function checks whether the measured values are
stable within the monitored time interval.
The minimum duration until a measured value is assessed as stable is
the monitored time interval. The actual duration is mostly longer.
3Using <ENTER>, start a further measurement with stability
control.
or
Release the frozen measured value again with <AR> or <M>.
The [AR] status display disappears. The display switches back
to the previous representation.
Measured
parameter
Time interval Stability in the time interval
pH value 15 seconds Δ pH: better than 0.01
Temperature 15 seconds Δ T (° C): Better than 0.02
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4.4.3 Measuring the ORP
Note
ORP electrodes are not calibrated. However, you can check ORP
electrodes using a test solution.
Stability control
(AutoRead )
The stability control function (AutoRead) continually checks the stability
of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable impact on
the reproducibility of measured values.
The measured parameter flashes on the display
-as soon as the measured value is outside the stability range
-when the automatic Stability control is switched off.
You can start the Stability control manually at any time, irrespective of
the setting for automatic Stability control (see page 26) in the System
menu.
1Perform the preparatory activities according to section 4.4.1.
2 Submerse the ORP electrode in the sample.
3Select the mV display with <M>.
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1Freeze the measured value with <AR>.
The [HOLD] status indicator is displayed.
The HOLD function is active.
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Note
You can prematurely terminate the Stability control function manually
with <ENTER> at any time.
Criteria for a stable
measured value
The Stability control function checks whether the measured values are
stable within the monitored time interval.
The minimum duration until a measured value is assessed as stable is
the monitored time interval. The actual duration is mostly longer.
2 Using <ENTER>, activate the Stability control function manu-
ally.
The [AR] status indicator appears while the measured value is
assessed as not stable. A progress bar is displayed and the
display of the measured parameter flashes.
The [HOLD][AR] status indicator appears as soon as a stable
measured value is recognized. The current measurement data
are output to the interface.
Measurement data meeting the stability control criterion are
marked by AR.
3Using <ENTER>, start a further measurement with stability
control.
or
Release the frozen measured value again with <AR> or <M>.
The [AR] status display disappears. The display switches back
to the previous representation.
Measured
parameter
Time interval Stability in the time
interval
ORP 15 seconds Δ mV: better than 0.3
Temperature 15 seconds Δ T (° C): Better than 0.02
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4.4.4 Settings for pH and ORP measurements
Overview The following settings are possible for pH and ORP measurements:
-Resolution
-Calibration interval
-Buffers for calibration
-Unit of the temperature
-Automatic stability control
-Unit for slope
-Calibration record (display)
Settings The settings are made in the measuring menu of the pH/ORP
measurement. To open the settings, activate the relevant measuring
window in the measured value display and press the <ENTER> key
shortly. After completing the settings, switch to the measured value
display with <M>.
Menu item Possible
setting
Description
Calibration /
Calibration record
- Displays the calibration
record of the last calibration.
Calibration /Buffer TEC
NIST/DIN
ConCal
...
Buffer sets to be used for pH
calibration.
More buffers and details,
see section 4.4.5.
Calibration /One
point calibration
Yes
No
Rapid calibration with 1 buf-
fer
Calibration /
Calibration interval
1 ... 999 d Calibration interval for the
pH electrode (in days).
The meter reminds you to
calibrate regularly by the
flashing sensor symbol in
the measuring window.
Calibration /Unit for
slope
mV/pH
%
Unit of the slope.
The % display refers to the
Nernst slope of
-59.16 mV/pH (100 x deter-
mined slope/Nernst slope).
Man. temperature -25 ... +130 °C Entry of the manually deter-
mined temperature. For
measurements without tem-
perature sensor only.
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Temperature unit °C
°F
Temperature unit,
degrees Celsius or degrees
Fahrenheit.
All temperatures are dis-
played with the selected
unit.
Resolution pH 0.001
0.01
0.1
Resolution of the pH dis-
play:
Resolution mV 0.1
1
Resolution of the mV dis-
play:
Stability control On / Off Switches on or off the auto-
matic stability control during
measurement (see section
4.3.3)
Reset - Resets all sensor settings to
the delivery condition (see
section 4.6.1).
Menu item Possible
setting
Description
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4.4.5 pH calibration
Why calibrate? pH combination electrodes age. This changes the zero point
(asymmetry) and slope of the pH combination electrode. As a result, an
inexact measured value is displayed. Calibration determines and
stores the current values of the zero point and slope of the electrode.
Thus, you should calibrate at regular intervals.
When do you have to
calibrate?
-After connecting another combination electrode
-When the calibration interval has expired
Buffer sets for
calibration
You can use the buffer sets quoted in the table for an automatic
calibration. The pH values are valid for the specified temperature
values. The temperature dependence of the pH values is taken into
consideration during the calibration.
No. Buffer set* pH values at
1ConCal Any Any
2NIST/DIN
DIN buffers according to DIN 19266
and NIST Traceable Buffers
1,679
4,006
6,865
9,180
12,454
25 °C
3TEC
WTW Technical buffers
2,000
4,010
7,000
10,011
25 °C
4Merck 1* 4,000
7,000
9,000
20 °C
5Merck 2 * 1,000
6,000
8,000
13,000
20 °C
6Merck 3 * 4,660
6,880
9,220
20 °C
7Merck 4 * 2,000
4,000
7,000
10,000
20 °C
8Merck 5 * 4,010
7,000
10,000
25 °C
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9DIN 19267 1,090
4,650
6,790
9,230
25 °C
10 Mettler Toledo USA * 1,679
4,003
7,002
10,013
25 °C
11 Mettler Toledo EU * 1,995
4,005
7,002
9,208
25 °C
12 Fisher * 2,007
4,002
7,004
10,002
25 °C
13 Fluka BS * 4,006
6,984
8,957
25 °C
14 Radiometer * 1,678
4,005
7,000
9,180
25 °C
15 Baker * 4,006
6,991
10,008
25 °C
16 Metrohm * 3,996
7,003
8,999
25 °C
17 Beckman * 4,005
7,005
10,013
25 °C
18 Hamilton Duracal * 4,005
7,002
10,013
25 °C
19 Precisa * 3,996
7,003
8,999
25 °C
No. Buffer set* pH values at
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* Brand names or trade names are trademarks of their respective owners
protected by law.
Note
The buffers are selected in the menu, pH / <F1>/[Menu] / Calibration /
Buffer (see page 32).
Calibration points Calibration can be performed using one to five buffer solutions in any
order (single-point to five-point calibration). The meter determines the
following values and calculates the calibration line as follows:
20 Reagecon TEC * 2,000
4,010
7,000
10,000
25 °C
21 Reagecon 20 * 2,000
4,000
7,000
10,000
13,000
20 °C
22 Reagecon 25 * 2,000
4,000
7,000
10,000
13,000
25 °C
23 Chemsolute * 4,000
7,000
10,000
20 °C
24 USABlueBook * 4,000
7,000
10,000
20 °C
No. Buffer set* pH values at
Determined
values
Displayed calibration data
1-point Asy -Zero point = Asy
-Slope = Nernst slope
(-59.16 mV/pH at 25 °C)
2-point Asy
Slp.
-Zero point = Asy
-Slope = Slp.
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Note
You can display the slope in the units, mV/pH or % (see page 24).
Stability control The calibration procedure automatically activates the stability control
function. The current measurement with stability control can be
terminated at any time (accepting the current value).
Calibration record The new calibration values are displayed when the calibration is
finished.
Display calibration You can have the data of the last calibration displayed (see page 50).
Calibration evaluation After calibrating, the meter automatically evaluates the calibration. The
zero point and slope are evaluated separately. The worse evaluation of
both is taken into account. The evaluation appears on the display and
in the calibration record.
3-point to
5-point
Asy
Slp.
-Zero point = Asy
-Slope = Slp.
The calibration line is calculated
by linear regression.
Determined
values
Displayed calibration data
Display Calibration
record
Zero point
[mV]
Slope
[mV/pH]
+++ -15 ... +15 -60.5 ... -58
++ -20 ... +20 -58 ... -57
+ -25 ... +25 -61 ... -60.5
or
-57 ... -56
- -30 ... +30 -62 ... -61
or
-56 ... -50
Clean the combination electrode
according to the electrode operating
manual
Error Error < -30 or
> 30
... -62 or
... -50
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Preparatory activities Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to calibrate:
4.4.6 Calibration interval
The calibration evaluation is indicated on the display as a sensor
symbol.
The sensor symbol flashes after the adjusted calibration interval has
expired. It is still possible to measure.
Note
To ensure the high measuring accuracy of the measuring system,
calibrate after the calibration interval has expired.
Setting the calibration
interval
The calibration interval is set to 7 days (d7) in the factory.
You can change the interval (1 ... 999 days):
Eliminate the error according to chapter
6 WHAT TO DO IF... (page 55)
Display Calibration
record
Zero point
[mV]
Slope
[mV/pH]
1Connect the pH combination electrode to the meter.
The pH measuring window is displayed.
2 Keep the buffer solutions ready. Adjust the temperature of the
buffer solutions, or measure the current temperature, if you
measure without a temperature sensor.
1Open the menu for measurement settings with <F1>/[Menu].
2 In the Calibration / Calibration interval menu, set the calibration
interval with <▲><▼>.
3Confirm the setting with <ENTER>.
4 Exit the menu with <M>.
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4.4.7 Carrying out an automatic calibration (AutoCal)
Make sure that in the sensor menu, Buffer menu, the buffer set is cor-
rectly selected (see page 32).
Use any one to five buffer solutions of the selected buffer set in ascend-
ing or descending order.
Below, calibration with Technical buffers (TEC) is described. When
other buffer sets are used, other nominal buffer values are displayed.
Apart from that, the procedure is identical.
Note
If single-point calibration was set in the menu, the calibration procedure
is automatically finished with the measurement of buffer solution 1 and
the calibration record is displayed.
1In the measured value display, select the measured parameter,
pH or mV with <M>.
2 Start the calibration with <CAL>.
The calibration display for the first buffer appears (voltage dis-
play).
3Thoroughly rinse the electrode with deionized water.
4 Immerse the electrode in buffer solution 1.
5When measuring without temperature sensor:
Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it
with <▲><▼>.
6 Start the measurement with <ENTER>.
The measured value is checked for stability (stability control).
The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parame-
ter flashes.
pH 1
-180.0
24.8 °C
AutoCal TEC
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08:00
Buffer
mV
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Note
For single-point calibration, the instrument uses the Nernst slope
(-59.16 mV/pH at 25 °C) and determines the zero point of the
electrode.
Continuing with two-
point calibration
7Wait for the end of the measurement with stability control or
accept the calibration value with <ENTER>.
The calibration display for the next buffer appears.
8 If necessary, terminate the calibration as a single-point calibra-
tion with <M>.
The calibration record is displayed.
pH-180.0
24.8 °C
AutoCal TEC
10.011
22.11.2010
08:00
AR
Buffer
mV
9Thoroughly rinse the electrode with deionized water.
10 Immerse the electrode in buffer solution 2.
11 When measuring without temperature sensor:
Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it
with <▲><▼>.
12 Start the measurement with <ENTER>.
The measured value is checked for stability (stability control).
The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parame-
ter flashes.
pH 0.0
24.8 °C
AutoCal TEC
7.000
22.11.2010
08:00
AR
Buffer
mV
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Continuing with three-
to five-point calibration
Note
Calibration is automatically completed after the last buffer of a buffer
set has been measured. Then the calibration record is displayed.
The calibration line is determined by linear regression.
13 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed
or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration
value with <ENTER>.
The calibration display for the next buffer appears.
14 If necessary, terminate the calibration as a two-point calibration
with <M>.
The calibration record is displayed.
15 Thoroughly rinse the combination electrode with deionized
water.
16 Immerse the electrode in buffer solution 3.
17 When measuring without temperature sensor:
Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it
with <▲><▼>.
18 Start the measurement with <ENTER>.
The measured value is checked for stability (stability control).
The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parame-
ter flashes.
19 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed
or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration
value with <ENTER>.
The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage dis-
play).
20 If necessary, use <M> to finish the calibration.
The calibration record is displayed.
or
Switch to calibration with the next buffer with <ENTER>.
pH 180.0
24.8 °C
AutoCal TEC
4.010
22.11.2010
08:00
AR
Buffer
mV
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4.4.8 Carrying out a manual calibration (ConCal)
Make sure that in the sensor menu, Buffer menu, the ConCal buffer set
is correctly selected (see page 32).
Use any one to five buffer solutions in ascending or descending order.
Note
If single-point calibration was set in the menu, the calibration procedure
is automatically finished with the measurement of buffer solution 1 and
the calibration record is displayed.
1In the measured value display, select the measured parameter
pH or mV with <M>.
2 Start the calibration with <CAL>.
The calibration display appears.
3Thoroughly rinse the combination electrode with deionized
water.
4 Immerse the electrode in buffer solution 1.
5When measuring without temperature sensor:
Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it
with <▲><▼>.
6 Start the measurement with <ENTER>.
The measured value is checked for stability (stability control).
The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parame-
ter flashes.
pH 0.0
24.8 °C
ConCal
1
22.11.2010
08:00
Buffer
mV
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Note
For single-point calibration, the instrument uses the Nernst slope
(-59.16 mV/pH at 25 °C) and determines the zero point of the
electrode.
7Wait for the measurement with stability control to be comple-
ted.
Set the nominal buffer value for the measured temperature with
<▲><▼>.
8Set the nominal buffer value for the measured temperature with
<▲><▼>.
9 Accept the calibration value with <ENTER>.
The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage dis-
play).
10 If necessary, terminate the calibration as a single-point calibra-
tion with <M>.
The calibration record is displayed.
pH 0.0
24.8 °C
ConCal
7.000
22.11.2010
08:00
Buffer
mV
AR
pH 7.000
24.8 °C
ConCal
1
22.11.2010
08:00
Buffer
▲
▼
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Continuing with two-
point calibration
Continuing with three-
to five-point calibration
11 Thoroughly rinse the combination electrode with deionized
water.
12 Immerse the electrode in buffer solution 2.
13 When measuring without temperature sensor:
Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it
with <▲><▼>.
14 Start the measurement with <ENTER>.
The measured value is checked for stability (stability control).
The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parame-
ter flashes.
15 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed
or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration
value with <ENTER>.
The pH value of the buffer solution is displayed.
16 Set the nominal buffer value for the measured temperature with
<▲><▼>.
17 Accept the calibration value with <ENTER>.
The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage dis-
play).
18 If necessary, finish the calibration procedure as a two-point
calibration with <M>.
The calibration record is displayed.
pH 4.035
24.8 °C
ConCal
2
22.11.2010
08:00
Buffer
▲
▼
19 Thoroughly rinse the electrode with deionized water.
20 Immerse the electrode in the next buffer solution.
21 When measuring without temperature sensor:
Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it
with <▲><▼>.
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Note
After the fifth buffer has been measured the calibration is automatically
finished. Then the calibration record is displayed.
The calibration line is determined by linear regression.
4.4.9 Displaying calibration records
Displaying the
calibration record
The calibration record of the last calibration is to be found under the
menu item, Calibration / Calibration record. To open it in the measured
value display, press the <CAL_> key.
The calibration records of the last calibrations (up to 10) are available
in the menu, <F1>/[Menu] / Calibration / Calibration data storage and
in the menu, <F1_>/[Menu] / Storage & config/Data storage / Calibra-
tion data storage.
22 Start the measurement with <ENTER>.
The measured value is checked for stability (stability control).
The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parame-
ter flashes.
23 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed
or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration
value with <ENTER>.
The pH value of the buffer solution is displayed.
24 Set the nominal buffer value for the measured temperature with
<▲><▼>.
25 Accept the calibration value with <ENTER>.
The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage dis-
play).
26 If necessary, use <M> to finish the calibration.
The calibration record is displayed.
or
Continue calibrating using the next buffer with <ENTER>.
pH 9.958
24.8 °C
ConCal
3
22.11.2010
08:00
Buffer
▲
▼
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4.4.10 Continuous measurement control (CMC function)
The continuous measurement control (CMC function) enables to
quickly and safely evaluate the current measured value at a glance.
After each successful calibration, the scale of the pH measuring range
is displayed in the measured value display. Here you can very easily
see whether or not the current measured value is in the calibrated part
of the measuring range.
The following information is displayed:
The limits of the calibrated range are determined by the buffers used
for calibration:
1Measuring range for which a valid calibration is available (white).
Measured values in this range are suitable for documentation.
2Measuring range for which no valid calibration is available (sha-
ded). Measured values in this range are not suitable for docu-
mentation. If necessary, calibrate the meter with buffers
covering this measuring range.
If the current measured value is outside the calibrated range,
this area is shaded stronger.
If a measured value is outside the measuring range pH 0 - 14,
overflow arrows are displayed at the left or right edge of the
measuring range.
3Current measured pH value (pointer)
4Line marks for all nominal buffer values used for the last valid
calibration
Lower limit: Buffer with the lowest pH value minus 2 pH units
Upper limit: Buffer with the highest pH value plus 2 pH units
25.0
6.093
1
2
3
4
pH
°C
014
Menu 22.11.2010
08:00
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4.5 Storage
You can transmit measured values (datasets) to the data storage:
-Manual storage (see section 4.5.1)
Measurement dataset A complete dataset consists of:
-Date/time
-Measured value of the connected sensor
-Measured temperature value of the connected sensor
-AutoRead info: AR appears with the measured value if the
AutoRead criterion was met while storing (stable measured value).
Otherwise, the AR display is missing.
-Calibration evaluation: +++, ++, +, -, or no evaluation
Storage locations The pH 3210 meter has a measurement data memory.
Storage Maximum number of datasets
Manual data storage 200
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4.5.1 Manual storage
You can transmit a measurement dataset to the data storage as
follows:
If the storage is full The following window appears if all 200 storage locations are occupied:
You have the following options:
-To erase the entire storage, confirm Yes.
-To cancel the storage process and switch to the measured value
display, confirm No.
4.5.2 Editing the measured value storage
The contents of the manual or automatic measurement data storage
can be shown on the display.
The measurement data storage has a function to erase the entire
contents.
1Press the <STO> key shortly.
The menu for manual storage appears.
2If necessary, change and confirm the ID number (1 ... 10000)
with <▲><▼> and <ENTER>.
The dataset is stored. The instrument switches to the measu-
red value display.
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pH 7.000 24.8 °C AR +++
ID number: 1
Continue
Manual data storage 4 From 200
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08:00
Back
Data storage full. Erase?
Yes
No
Warning
22.11.2010
08:00
Back
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Editing the data storage The storage is edited in the menu, Storage & config/ Data storage. To
open the Storage & config menu, press the <F1_>/[Menu] key in the
measured value display.
Settings
Display presentation
of a dataset
Quitting the display To quit the display of stored measuring datasets, you have the
following options:
-Switch directly to the measured value display with <M>.
-Quit the display and move to the next higher menu level with <F1>/
[Back].
Menu item Setting/
function
Description
Data storage /
Manual data storage /
Display
- Displays all measurement
datasets page by page.
Further options:
-Scroll through the
datasets with <▲><▼>.
-Quit the display with
<F1>/[Back].
Data storage /
Manual data storage /
Erase
- Erases the entire manual
measurement data sto-
rage.
Note:
All calibration data remains
stored when this action is
performed.
Manual data storage 3 of 64
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pH 7.000 24.8 °C AR +++
22.11.2010
08:00
Back
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4.5.3 Erasing the measurement data storage
How to erase the measurement data storage is described in section
4.5.2 EDITING THE MEASURED VALUE STORAGE.
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4.6 Reset
You can reset (initialize) all sensor settings and sensor-independent
settings separately from each other.
4.6.1 Resetting the measurement settings
Note
The calibration data are reset to the default settings together with the
measuring parameters. Recalibrate after performing a reset.
pH The following settings for pH measurements are reset to the default
settings with the Reset function:
The sensor settings are reset under the Reset menu item in the
measuring menu. To open the settings, activate the relevant measuring
window in the measured value display and press the <F1>/[Menu] key
shortly.
Setting Default settings
Buffer TEC
Cal. interval 7 d
Unit for slope mV/pH
Measured parameter pH
Resolution pH 0.001
Resolution mV 0.1
Asymmetry 0 mV
Slope -59.16 mV
Man. temperature 25 °C
One point calibration Off
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4.6.2 Resetting the system settings
The following system settings can be reset to the delivery status:
The system settings are reset in the menu, Storage & config / System
/ Reset. To open the Storage & config menu, press the <F1_>/[Menu]
key in the measured value display.
Setting Default settings
Language English
Temperature unit °C
Beep On
Contrast 50 %
Illumination On
Switchoff time 1 h
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5 Maintenance, cleaning, disposal
5.1 Maintenance
The only maintenance activity required is replacing the batteries.
Note
See the relevant operating manuals of the combination electrodes for
instructions on maintenance.
5.1.1 Replacing the batteries
Note
Alternatively, you can also use Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (type
Mignon AA). In order to charge the batteries, an external charging
device is required.
Caution
Make sure that the poles of the batteries are positioned correctly.
The ± signs on the batteries must correspond to the ± signs in the
battery compartment.
1Unscrew the two screws (1) on the underside of the meter.
2 Open the battery compartment (2) on the underside of the
meter.
3Remove the four batteries from the battery compartment.
4 Place four new batteries (type Mignon AA) in the battery
compartment.
2
1
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5.2 Cleaning
Occasionally wipe the outside of the meter with a damp, lint-free cloth.
Disinfect the housing with isopropanol as required.
Caution
The housing is made of synthetic material (ABS). Thus, avoid
contact with acetone or similar detergents that contain solvents.
Remove any splashes immediately.
5.3 Packing
This meter is sent out in a protective transport packing.
We recommend: Keep the packing material. The original packing
protects the meter against damage during transport.
5.4 Disposal
Note
This meter contains batteries. Batteries that have been removed must
only be disposed of at a recycling facility set up for this purpose or via
the retail outlet.
It is illegal to dispose of it in household refuse.
5Close the battery compartment (2) and tighten the screws (1).
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6 What to do if...
Error message
OFL, UFL
Error message
Error
Cause Remedy
pH combination electrode:
– Measured value outside the
measuring range
– Use suitable combination
electrode
– Air bubble in front of the
junction
– Remove air bubble
– Air in the junction – Extract air or moisten
junction
– Cable broken – Replace combination
electrode
– Gel electrolyte dried out – Replace combination
electrode
Cause Remedy
pH combination electrode:
– The values determined for zero
point and slope of the
combination electrode are
outside the allowed limits.
– Recalibrate
– Junction contaminated – Clean junction
– Combination electrode broken – Replace combination
electrode
Buffer solutions:
– Incorrect buffer solutions – Change calibration
procedure
– Buffer solutions too old – Use only once.
Note the shelf life
– Buffer solutions depleted – Change solutions
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No stable measured
value
Sensor symbol flashes
Display
Cause Remedy
pH combination electrode:
– Junction contaminated – Clean junction
– Membrane contaminated – Clean membrane
Test sample:
– pH value not stable – Measure with air excluded if
necessary
– Temperature not stable – Adjust temperature if
necessary
Combination electrode + test
sample:
– Conductivity too low – Use suitable combination
electrode
– Temperature too high – Use suitable combination
electrode
– Organic liquids – Use suitable combination
electrode
Cause Remedy
– Calibration interval expired – Recalibrate the measuring
system
Cause Remedy
– batteries almost empty – Replace the batteries (see
section 5.1 MAINTENANCE)
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Obviously incorrect
measured values
Meter does not react to
keystroke
You want to know which
software
version is in the meter
Cause Remedy
pH combination electrode:
– pH combination electrode
unsuitable
– Use suitable combination
electrode
– Temperature difference
between buffer and test sample
too high
– Adjust temperature of buffer
or sample solutions
– Measurement procedure not
suitable
– Follow special procedure
Cause Remedy
– Operating condition undefined
or EMC load unallowed
– Processor reset:
Press the <ENTER> and
<On/Off> key
simultaneously
Cause Remedy
– E. g., a question by the service
department
– Switch on the meter.
Open the menu,
<F1_>[Menu] / Storage &
config / System / Service
information. The instrument
data is displayed.
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7 Technical data
7.1 General data
Dimensions approx. 180 x 80 x 55 mm
Weight approx. 0.4 kg
Mechanical structure Type of protection IP 67
Electrical safety Protective class III
Test certificates CE, cETLus
Ambient
conditions
Storage - 25 °C ... + 65 °C
Operation -10 °C ... + 55 °C
Allowable relative
humidity
Annual mean: < 75 %
30 days/year: 95 %
Other days: 85 %
Power
supply
Batteries 4 x 1.5 V alkali-manganese batteries, type
AA
Rechargeable
batteries
4 x 1,2 V NiMH rechargeable batteries,
type AA (no charging function)
Operational life up to 1000 h without / 150 h with illumination
Sensor input Input resistance > 5 * 1012 ohm
Input current < 1 * 10-12 A
Guidelines
and norms used
EMC EC directive 2004/108/EC
EN 61326-1
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
FCC Class A
Meter safety EC directive 2006/95/EC
EN 61010-1
IP protection class EN 60529
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7.2 Measuring ranges, resolution, accuracy
Note
The accuracy values specified here apply exclusively to the meter. The
accuracy of the combination electrodes and buffer solutions has to be
taken into account additionally.
Measuring ranges,
resolution
Variable Measuring range Resolution
pH - 2.0 ... + 20.0 0.1
- 2.00 ... + 20.00 0.01
- 2.000 ... + 19.999 0.001
U [mV] - 1200.0 ... + 1200.0 0.1
- 2500 ... + 2500 1
T [°C] - 5.0 ... + 105.0 0.1
T [°F] 23.0 ... + 221.0 0.1
Manual
temperature input
Variable Range Increment
Tmanual [°C] - 25 ... + 130 1
Tmanual [°F] -13 ... + 266 1
Accuracy (± 1 digit) Variable Accuracy Temperature of the test
sample
pH / range *
- 2.0 ... + 20.0 ± 0.1 + 15 °C ... + 35 °C
- 2.00 ... + 20.00 ± 0.01 + 15 °C ... + 35 °C
- 2.000 ... + 19.999 ± 0.005 + 15 °C ... + 35 °C
U [mV] / range
- 2500 ... + 2500 ± 1 + 15 °C ... + 35 °C
-1200.0 ... +1200.0 ± 0.3 + 15 °C ... + 35 °C
T [°C] / temperature sensor
NTC 30 ± 0.1
PT 1000 ± 0.1
* when measuring in a range of ± 2 pH around a calibration point
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FCC Class A Equipment Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user‘s authority to operate the
equipment.
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8Lists
This chapter provides additional information and orientation aids.
Specialist terms The glossary briefly explains the meaning of the specialist terms.
However, terms that should already be familiar to the target group are
not described here.
Index The index will help you to find the topics that you are looking for.
Glossary
Adjusting To manipulate a measuring system so that the relevant value (e. g. the
displayed value) differs as little as possible from the correct value or
a value that is regarded as correct, or that the difference remains
within the tolerance.
Asymmetry see zero point
AutoRange Name of the automatic selection of the measuring range.
Calibration Comparing the value from a measuring system (e. g. the displayed
value) to the correct value or a value that is regarded as correct.
Often, this expression is also used when the measuring system is
adjusted at the same time (see adjusting).
Electromotive force of
a combination
electrode
The electromotive force U of the combination electrode is the
measurable electromotive force of a combination electrode in a
solution. It equals the sum of all the galvanic voltages of the
combination electrode. Its dependency on the pH results in the
electrode function, which is characterized by the parameters, slope
and zero point.
Junction The junction is a porous body in the housing wall of reference
electrodes or electrolyte bridges. It arranges the electrical contact
between two solutions and makes the electrolyte exchange more
difficult. The expression, junction, is also used for ground or junction-
less transitions.
Measured parameter The measured parameter is the physical dimension determined by
measuring, e. g. pH, conductivity or D.O. concentration.
Measured value The measured value is the special value of a measured parameter to
be determined. It is given as a combination of the numerical value and
unit (e. g. 3 m; 0.5 s; 5.2 A; 373.15 K).
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Molality Molality is the quantity (in Mol) of a dissolved substance in 1000 g
solvent.
ORP voltage The ORP is caused by oxidizing or reducing substances dissolved in
water, if these substances become effective at an electrode surface
(e. g. a gold or platinum surface).
pH value The pH is a measure of the acidic or basic effect of an aqueous
solution. It corresponds to the negative decadic logarithm of the molal
hydrogen ions activity divided by the unit of the molality. The practical
pH value is the value of a pH measurement.
Potentiometry Name of a measuring technique. The signal (depending on the
measured parameter) of the electrode is the electrical potential. The
electrical current remains constant.
Reset Restoring the original condition of all settings of a measuring system.
Resolution Smallest difference between two measured values that can be
displayed by a meter.
Slope The slope of a linear calibration function.
Stability control
(AutoRead )
Function to control the measured value stability.
Standard solution The standard solution is a solution where the measured value is
known by definition. It is used to calibrate a measuring system.
Test sample Designation of the test sample ready to be measured. Normally, a test
sample is made by processing the original sample. The test sample
and original sample are identical if the test sample was not processed.
Zero point The zero point of a pH combination electrode is the pH value at which
the electromotive force of the pH combination electrode at a specified
temperature is zero. Normally, this is at 25 °C.
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A
Authorized use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Automatic switch-off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
AutoRead
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 30
B
Battery compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 53
C
Calibration
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Calibration evaluation
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Calibration interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Calibration points
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
D
Dataset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Default settings
Measured parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
System settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
E
Energy saving feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
I
Initial commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14
Initialize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Interval
calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
K
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
M
Measured value display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Measurement accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Measurement data memory
Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Storage locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Measurement dataset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Measuring
ORP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Measuring menu
pH/ORP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Menus (navigation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
O
Operational safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
P
pH buffer sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
R
Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
S
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting the date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting the time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Single-point calibration
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 43
Slope
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Socket field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Stability control
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
T
Temperature measurement
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Three-point calibration
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 44
Two-point calibration
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 44
Z
Zero point of pH combination electrode . . . 34
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