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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

HI96759C

Maple Syrup Transmittance Analyzer

Summary of Contents for HI 96759C

Page 1: ...1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL HI96759C Maple Syrup Transmittance Analyzer ...

Page 2: ...Hanna Instruments product Please read this instruction manual carefully before using the instrument This manual will provide you with the necessary information for correct use of the instrument as well as a precise idea of its versatility If you need additional technical information do not hesitate to e mail us at tech hannainst com or view our worldwide contact list at www hannainst com Dear Cust...

Page 3: ...EVIATIONS SIGNIFICANCE AND USE SPECIFICATIONS PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ERRORS AND WARNINGS GENERAL TIPS FOR AN ACCURATE MEASUREMENT STARTUP MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE BATTERY MANAGEMENT BATTERY REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES 4 5 6 8 11 14 17 7 10 13 14 18 5 18 ...

Page 4: ... supplied complete with Six Sample Cuvettes One Light Shield Cap 5 mL Syringes 2 pcs 30 mL Glycerol 1 bottle 9V Battery Cloth for wiping cuvettes Instrument Quality Certificate Instruction Manual and Quick Reference Guide Rigid carrying case Note Save all packing material until you are sure that the instrument works correctly Any defective item must be returned in its original packing PRELIMINARY ...

Page 5: ...r dirt This makes the instruments fulfill field applications Display messages aid the user in routine operation The meter has an auto shut off feature that will turn off the instrument after 10 minutes of non use in measurement mode or after 1 hour if left in calibration mode The meter uses an exclusive positive locking system to ensure that the cuvette is in the same position every time it is pla...

Page 6: ...When syrup is very light in color as matching the minimum light transmittance standards the grade assigned to syrup is high When syrup color is dark the grade is low Color classes are expressed in percent of light transmission as compared to an analytical Glycerol Standard Reference fixed at one hundred percent transmission All syrup is considered to be at minimum density 66 0 degrees Brix at 68 F...

Page 7: ...interference filter 560 nm Method Direct Measurement Environment 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F max 95 RH non condensing Battery Type 9V 1 pc Auto Shut off After 10 of non use in measurement mode after 1 hour of non use in calibration mode with last reading reminder Dimensions 192 x 104 x 69 mm 7 6 x 4 1 x 2 7 Weight 320 g 11 3 oz REQUIRED REAGENTS Code Description Quantity test HI93703 57 Glycerol 4 mL ...

Page 8: ...lar concentration of the substance d optical path through the substance Therefore the concentration c can be calculated from the absorbance of the substance as the other factors are known Photometric chemical analysis is based on the possibility to develop an absorbing compound from a specific chemical reaction between sample and reagents Given that the absorption of a compound strictly depends on...

Page 9: ...t on the LCD The measurement process is carried out in two phases first the meter is zeroed and then the actual measurement is performed The cuvette has a very important role because it is an optical element and thus requires particular attention It is important that both the measurement and the calibration zeroing cuvettes are optically identical to provide the same measurement conditions Wheneve...

Page 10: ...an internal checking is in progress 5 Four digit main display 6 Measuring units KEYPAD DESCRIPTION ON OFF to turn the meter on and off CAL to calibrate the meter prior to measurement READ to make a measurement OPERATING MODES Measurement mode default operation mode enables both calibration and measurement FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION 1 Liquid Crystal Display LCD 2 CAL key 3 READ k...

Page 11: ...S AND WARNINGS No Light The instrument cannot adjust the light level Please check that the sample does not contain any debris Cal Calibration was not performed Follow the instructions of the measurement procedure for calibrating the meter b on sample reading Under range A blinking 0 0 indicates that the sample absorbs less light than the zero reference Check the procedure and make sure you use the...

Page 12: ...ent waits for the lamp to cool down d other errors and warnings ERRORS AND WARNINGS Battery low The battery must be replaced soon Dead battery This indicates that the battery is dead and must be replaced Once this indication is displayed normal operation of the instrument will be interrupted Change the battery and restart the meter ...

Page 13: ...ay has passed Never re use maple syrup sample cuvettes dispose of them after use Use one syringe for glycerol and the other one for syrup in order to avoid contamination Note Maple Syrup samples exposed to direct sun light and or air will darken over time This is caused by microorganisms The instructions listed below should be carefully followed during testing to ensure best accuracy Use matched s...

Page 14: ... Place the battery in the instrument as described in the BATTERY REPLACEMENT chapter Place the instrument on a flat table Do not place the instrument under direct sun light STARTUP Turn the meter on by pressing ON OFF The display briefly shows all tags on When the beeper sounds briefly and the LCD displays dashes the meter is ready The blinking CAL indicates that the instrument needs to be calibra...

Page 15: ...tioned securely into the groove MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE Press CAL and the lamp cuvette and detector icons will appear on the display depending on the measurement phase After a few seconds the display will show 100 0 The meter is now calibrated and ready for measurement Remove the Glycerol cuvette Use the second syringe to add to a clean cuvette 4 mL of maple syrup up to 5 mm 0 2 below the rim This i...

Page 16: ...row on the instrument Then put the light shield cap on and ensure that the notch on the cap is positioned securely into the groove Press READ and the lamp cuvette and detector icons will appear on the display depending on the measurement phase At the end of measurement the instrument directly displays percent of light transmittance as compared to Glycerol Standard fixed at one hundred percent on t...

Page 17: ... battery lasts for around 750 measurements depending on the light level The remaining battery capacity is evaluated at the instrument startup and after each measurement The instrument displays a battery indicator with three levels as follows 3 lines for 100 capacity 2 lines for 66 capacity 1 line for 33 capacity Battery icon blinking if the capacity is under 10 If the battery is empty and accurate...

Page 18: ...ttery cover and turn it clockwise to close To replace the instrument s battery follow the steps BATTERY REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES Analysis Kit HI93703 56 Kit for Maple Syrup analysis induding 82 cuvettes 30 mL of Glycerol and two 5 mL Syringe 75 tests average Other Accessories HI740029P 9V battery 10 pcs HI731318 Cloth for wiping cuvettes 4 pcs HI93703 50 Cuvette cleanning solution 230 mL HI740318 C...

Page 19: ...ts first obtain a Returned Goods Authorization Number from the Customer Service Depart ment and then send it with shipment costs prepaid When shipping any instrument make sure it is properly packaged for complete protection To validate your warranty fill out and return the enclosed warranty card within 14 days from the date of purchase Recommendations for Users Before using these products make sur...

Page 20: ...na Instruments Inc Highland Industrial Park 584 Park East Drive Woonsocket RI 02895 USA www hannainst com Local Office Hanna Instruments USA 270 George Washington Highway Smithfield RI 02917 Phone 800 426 6287 Fax 401 765 7575 e mail tech hannainst com ...

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