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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Measurement & Calibration

Calibrate the electrode before using. For best results it is 

recommended to recalibrate periodically.

In addition, the instrument must be recalibrated:

•  When high accuracy is required.

•  At least once a month.

Measurement

Press the ON/OFF button to turn the tester on. Place the probe in 

solution. The conductivity value, automatically compensated for 

temperature, will be shown on the LCD.

The measured temperature will be shown on the secondary LCD.

Note: 

Before taking any measurement make sure the tester 

has been calibrated.

Calibration Procedure

•  Press CAL button to enter calibration mode from measurement 

mode. 

•  The tester will enter the calibration mode, displaying “mS/cm 

12.88 USE” with CAL tag blinking.

1.  Pour 2” (5 cm) of standard solution into a container.

2.  Place the probe in calibration solution. The probe tip should be 

centered in the solution and submersed 1.18” (3 cm). The tester 

will automatically recognize the solution.

3.  If the solution is not recognized or is out of the accepted range 

“---- Err“ is displayed.

4.  If the calibration solution is recognized “REC“ is displayed until 

the reading is stable and the calibration is accepted.

•  After acceptance, the “Stor“ message is displayed and tester 

returns to measurement mode.

Clear Calibration

Place the tester in calibration mode. Press ON/OFF and “Clr” is 

displayed. The tester will now be at default calibration. 

Error Messages

“---Err” displayed during calibration indicates that the solution is 

not recognized or out of accepted range.

20.00 mS/cm displayed blinking during measurement indicates 

that the reading is out of meter range limits.

50.0 °C or 0.0 °C displayed blinking during measurement indicates 

that measured temperature is out of accepted range.

Care & Maintenance

Please read the information below, to ensure the highest possible 
accuracy:
•  Fresh buffer should be used for each calibration, once the sachets 

are opened the buffer value can change over time.

•  If measurements are taken successively, rinse the probe 

thoroughly in distilled or deionized water to eliminate cross-
contamination.

Battery Replacement

The tester features a low battery indicator. When the battery is 
running low (under 10%), the battery indicator will blink on the 
LCD. When the battery is discharged “

dEAd bAtt

” will be displayed 

on the LCD for 2 seconds and the tester will turn off.
To change the CR2032 Li-ion battery, turn the battery cover located 
on the back of the tester counterclockwise to unlock. Remove cover 
and replace with new b side facing up.

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Note: 

Only use the battery type specified in this instruction 

manual. Old batteries should be disposed in accordance with 

local regulations.

Accessories

Solutions

HI700304P

12.88 mS/cm calibration solution, 20 mL sachet 
(25 pcs.)

Certification

All Hanna Instruments conform to the 

CE European 

Directives.

Disposal of Electrical & Electronic Equipment.

 The 

product should not be treated as household waste. Instead hand 

it over to the appropriate collection point for the recycling 

of electrical and electronic equipment which will conserve 

natural resources.

Disposal of waste batteries.

 This product contains battery, do not 

dispose of it with other household waste. Hand it over to the appropriate 

collection point for recycling.

Ensuring proper product and battery disposal prevents potential 

negative consequences for the environment and human health. For 

more information, contact your city, your local household waste disposal 

service, the place of purchase or go to www.hannainst.com.

Recommendations for Users

Before using Hanna products, make sure that they are entirely suitable 

for your specific application and for the environment in which they are 

used. Any variation introduced by the user to the supplied equipment 

may degrade the instrument’s performance. For your and the 

instrument’s safety do not use or store it in hazardous environments.

Warranty

HI983044

 is warranted for a period of one year against defects in 

workmanship and materials when used for their intended purpose 

and maintained according to instructions. This warranty is limited to 

repair or replacement free of charge. Damage due to accidents, misuse, 

tampering or lack of prescribed maintenance is not covered. If service is 

required, contact your local Hanna Instruments Office. If under warranty, 

report the model number, date of purchase, serial number and the 

nature of the problem. If the repair is not covered by the warranty, you 

will be notified of the charges incurred. 

If the instrument is to be returned to Hanna Instruments Office, first 

obtain a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number from the Technical 

Service department and then send it with shipping costs prepaid. When 

shipping any instrument, make sure it is properly packaged for complete 

protection.

All rights are reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without the 

written consent of the copyright owner, Hanna Instruments Inc., Woonsocket, 

Rhode Island, 02895, USA.

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Hanna Instruments reserves the right to modify the design, 

construction, or appearance of its products without advance notice.

HI983044

EC Tester

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