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Page 1: ...Instruction Manual pH ORP Ion Meter LAQUAact PH110 LAQUAact PH120 LAQUAact PH130 Portable pH Water Quality Meter...

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Page 3: ...ction attributable to repair or modification by any person not authorized by HORIBA Advanced Techno Co Ltd Any malfunction or damage attributable to the use in an environment not specified in this man...

Page 4: ...this case it satisfies the requirements of the Directive 2006 66 EC for the object chemical This product should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste Your correct disposal of WEEE waste batt...

Page 5: ...o 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...

Page 6: ...tal protection use period in years It does not indicate a product guarantee period It guarantees that the product will not cause environment pollution nor serious influence on human body and property...

Page 7: ...ccordance with SJ T 11364 GB T 26572 Denotes that the amount of the hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials used in the component is below the limit on the acceptable amount...

Page 8: ...riellen Umgebung k nnen die elektromagnetischen St rungen eventuell zu Produktfehlfunktionen f hren Um dieses Produkt unter solchen Umst nden verwen den zu k nnen muss der Benutzer ggf angemessene Ma...

Page 9: ...sono soggetti a modifiche senza preavviso Ambiente di installazione Questo prodotto non stati progettati per essere utilizzati in ambienti industriali secondo la norma EN61326 1 In un ambiente industr...

Page 10: ...10 1 Categor a de sobretensi n II Nivel de contaminaci n 2 POL Informacje dotycz ce bezpiecze stwa Przed przyst pieniem do u ytkowania tego produktu nale y dok adnie zapozna si z niniejsz instrukcj ab...

Page 11: ...gd Installatieomgeving Dit product is niet bedoeld voor gebruik in een industri le omgeving zoals gedefinieerd in EN 61326 1 In een industri le omgeving kan de elektromagnetische interferentie de werk...

Page 12: ...ul chemicals Some ion electrodes are used with hazardous standard solutions Handle them with care If the internal solution comes in contact with the skin wash it off immediately If it gets into the ey...

Page 13: ...to the eyes do not rub the eyes rinse with clean water immediately and then consult a doctor Contact with alkaline fluid could cause blindness Do not put batteries in a fire expose to heat disassemble...

Page 14: ...he instrument does not have the dust proof and waterproof performance The dust proof and waterproof performance is maintained only when the covers are attached correctly After replacing the batteries...

Page 15: ...d nickel metal hydride battery together with a partially charged battery Do not attempt to charge a non rechargeable battery Environmental conditions for use and storage Temperature 0 C to 45 C Humidi...

Page 16: ...s the necessary points for correct operation and notifies the important points for handling the product This indicates the part where to refer for information This indicates reference information Desc...

Page 17: ...key 7 Basic operation 8 Function layer 8 Changing the operation mode 11 Switching the displays 12 Changing the measurement parameter 12 Using the backlight 13 Entering numeric values 13 Saving measur...

Page 18: ...ctions 52 Displaying saved data 52 Using the automatic data save 53 Deleting all saved data 56 Measurement setting 58 Displaying the latest calibration and inspection data 58 Using the calibration int...

Page 19: ...nance and storage of the ion electrode 85 How to Resolve Errors or Troubles 87 When an error message appears 87 ERR No 0001 Memory error 87 ERR No 0002 Empty battery level 88 ERR No 0004 Asymmetric po...

Page 20: ...thing appears when the power is turned ON 94 Swelling of operation key sheet 94 Part of the display is missing 94 Appendix 95 Main specifications 95 Instrument default settings 96 Technical note 97 pH...

Page 21: ...ch part Names of each part 2 Instrument 2 Identification of manufacturing date 3 Display 4 Operation key 7 Basic operation 8 Function layer 8 Changing the operation mode 11 Switching the displays 12 C...

Page 22: ...QUAact PH130 only 4 Temperature connector T Connects the temperature connector T of the electrode Channel 2 LAQUAact PH130 only 5 Battery cover Set batteries inside 6 Electrode hook attachment section...

Page 23: ...he instrument Third number from the left in the MFG No indicates manufacturing year Forth alphabet from the left in the MFG No indicates manufacturing month The alphabet is assigned to month according...

Page 24: ...rror No 5 Data No icon Displays the data No 6 Measurement parameter display area Displays the currently set measurement parameter This is displayed in the main screen and the sub screen respectively 7...

Page 25: ...the sub screen respectively No Name Function 1 Status icon Displays the current operation mode electrode status printer or PC connection status and remaining battery level 2 Direction key icon Displa...

Page 26: ...en calibrating pH standard solution the corresponding icon lights 13 Unit display area Displays the unit for the measurement parameter and the display item No Name Function Battery level is high Batte...

Page 27: ...repeatability inspection after calibration is complete POWER key Turns ON OFF the power of instrument MODE key In the measurement mode changes measurement parameters LIGHT key Turns on off the back li...

Page 28: ...ing mode is shown as below dX and PXX indicates the program number which is shown in the screen of the instrument Data mode Screen Layer Description d1 DATA OUT Saved data display d2 AUT LOG Automatic...

Page 29: ...ings LAQUAact PH130 only P21 UNIT Selection of unit g L mg L g L mmol L mol L P22 CHRG Ion valency setting 1 2 2 1 P23 CAL DATA Calibration data display P24 CAL CLR Deletion of calibration data P3 TC...

Page 30: ...es the program number and is shown on the screen of instrument The indication of screen shown in this manual is based on LAQUAact PH130 The program numbers of LAQUAact PH110 and LAQUAact PH120 are dif...

Page 31: ...tion mode data mode or setting mode is possible only from the measurement mode When changing to a different mode first change to the measurement mode and then change to the desired mode Icon Name Func...

Page 32: ...show the desired channel measurement parameter on the main screen This function is available for LAQUAact PH130 Changing the measurement parameter This instrument measures multiple parameters For meas...

Page 33: ...y again while the backlight is on This function is available for LAQUAact PH120 and LAQUAact PH130 Note Turning on the backlight consumes energy and shortens battery life The backlight becomes unavail...

Page 34: ...e instrument is in the measurement mode 1 Press the key while the data to save is displayed The saved data is displayed for 2 seconds and then the display returns to the previous screen automatically...

Page 35: ...electrode 20 pH measurement 21 Setting the instrument 21 Performing calibration 25 Performing measurement 33 Saving measured value 34 mV ORP measurement 35 Switching between absolute value and relativ...

Page 36: ...solution for the measurement parameter If not prepare the standard solution according to your applications Are there any items that should not be wet or stained around the instrument Depending on the...

Page 37: ...n the battery cover on the back of the instrument clockwise to lock the battery cover Note Do not replace the batteries in a dusty place or with wet hands Dust or moisture could get inside the instrum...

Page 38: ...strument 2 Insert the AC adapter cable by fitting with the AC adapter jack of in the instrument 3 Insert AC adapter into the electrical socket Note Do not insert the cable with force when the connecto...

Page 39: ...second and the screen displays the version number of software and the model and then displays the measurement mode Note Do not hold down the key after the power of the instrument is turned ON Do not u...

Page 40: ...of the instrument 2 Turn the electrode connector clockwise by following the groove 3 Put the connector cover on the connector 4 When using a combination electrode equipped with a temperature sensor in...

Page 41: ...and USA However the function does not convert the pH value according to the temperature characteristics of each sample and you must record the obtained value together with the sample temperature valu...

Page 42: ...ate the temperature sensor refer to Calibrating temperature sensor page 63 3 In the case of MTC enter the temperature to be compensated for and press the key to confirm To return to the measurement mo...

Page 43: ...om 3 types USA NIST and CUST the standard solution other than USA and NIST Set according to the standard solution to be used CUST can only be selected on LAQUAact PH120 and LAQUAact PH130 1 Press the...

Page 44: ...ard solution type Description USA USA specification Set to use the standard solution of the USA specification Standard solution icon 1 68 4 01 7 00 10 01 12 45 NIST NIST specification Set to use the s...

Page 45: ...standard solution setting is USA or NIST This section describes the procedure for two point calibration of USA standard pH 4 and 7 as an example of general calibration 1 Clean the pH electrode with pu...

Page 46: ...H 4 standard solution As with the step 3 immerse at least 3 cm from the tip of the pH electrode 7 Press the key to enter the calibration mode Stability judgment automatically starts and the pH icon bl...

Page 47: ...solution is updated The calibration values are retained until next calibration is performed the data is deleted or buffer setting is changed For the procedure for deleting the calibration data refer...

Page 48: ...he internal solution filler port of the pH electrode If calibration is performed with the port closed the internal solution does not flow and the measurement value is not stable Make sure to keep the...

Page 49: ...pH measurement 29 6 Press the key to start inspection REP repeatability is shown and display changes to the measurement mode Stabilized key key...

Page 50: ...e at least 3 cm from the tip of the pH electrode in the pH 7 standard solution In order for the internal solution to flow into the standard solution make sure to immerse the liquid junction in the sta...

Page 51: ...omatically starts and the pH icon blinks until the measured value stabilizes When the measured value stabilizes the pH icon changes from the blinking state to the lit state 8 Enter the standard soluti...

Page 52: ...leting the calibration data refer to Delet ing calibration data page 61 It is recommended that you should clear the previous calibration data before the calibration in order to perform more accurate c...

Page 53: ...paper 2 Open the internal solution filler port of the pH electrode If calibration is performed with the port closed the internal solution does not flow and the measurement value is not stable Make sur...

Page 54: ...ability judgment in the auto hold measurement are as follows Potential variation for 10 seconds is less than 1 mV 0 015 pH equivalent and temperature variation is less than 2 0 C If the measured value...

Page 55: ...between absolute value and relative value There are two types of measurement mode for the mV and ORP measurement the absolute value measurement and the relative value measurement Absolute value measur...

Page 56: ...2 Open the internal solution filler port of the electrode If calibration is performed with the port closed the internal solution does not flow and the measurement value is not stable Make sure to keep...

Page 57: ...measured value is out of the measurement range page 93 Note that when measuring the ORP of a sample solution that has extremely low concentrations of oxidants and reductants such as tap water well wat...

Page 58: ...Press the key in the measurement mode to change the measurement parameter to ION Measurement of ion concentration is only possible on LAQUAact PH130 Note Ion concentration varies depending on the sam...

Page 59: ...ent If automatic temperature measurement is not used or a temperature connector T is not connected to the instrument with ATC set arbitrary temperature set in the instrument is displayed This cannot b...

Page 60: ...Ion concentration measurement 40 3 In the case of MTC enter the temperature to be compensated for and press the key to confirm To return to the measurement mode press the key key Enter a number key...

Page 61: ...on concentration from either mg L g L mmol L mol L or g L 1 Press the key to change to the setting mode 2 Press the keys to Select ION and then press the key 3 Press the keys to Select UNIT ion concen...

Page 62: ...ending on the unit and ion valency If not incorrect measurement values may result After changing the unit or ion valency of the sample change the setting as appropriate for the ion valency of the samp...

Page 63: ...e type of ion the ion valency must be set Select the calculation formula according to the type of sample solution to be measured 1 Press the key to enter the setting mode 2 Press the keys to Select IO...

Page 64: ...tion as the calibration calculation varies depending on the unit and ion valency If not incorrect measurement values may result After changing the unit or ion valency of the sample change the setting...

Page 65: ...the instrument can be used for ion concentration measurement However calibration must be performed for each channel because each channel has its own calibration data Prepare at least 100 mL of the sta...

Page 66: ...he measurement value is stabilized When the value is stabilized the ION icon changes from the blinking state to the lit state 5 Press the keys to enter the ion concentration value of the standard solu...

Page 67: ...alibration mode Stability judgment starts and the ION icon blinks until the measurement value is stabilized When the value is stabilized the ION icon changes from the blinking state to the lit state 9...

Page 68: ...e data is deleted For the procedure for deleting the calibration data refer to Deleting calibration data page 61 It is recommended that you should clear the previous calibration data before the calibr...

Page 69: ...cient volume may cause the measured value to drift 1 Clean the ion electrode with pure water or deionized water and wipe it with filter paper or tissue paper Do not directly touch the responsive membr...

Page 70: ...C If the measured value is below the display range Ur under appears If the measured value is above the display range Or over appears For details on the action to take refer to The measured value is o...

Page 71: ...m default OFF 60 Deleting calibration data 61 Temperature settings 63 Calibrating temperature sensor 63 General settings 65 Setting the auto stability and auto hold function 65 Changing the automatic...

Page 72: ...function is available for LAQUAact PH120 and LAQUAact PH130 1 Press the key to enter the data mode 2 Press the keys to select DATA OUT display saved data and then press the key Press the keys to chan...

Page 73: ...ies run out while using the automatic data save function the data saved until just before the batteries run out Replace the batteries and check the data This function is available for LAQUAact PH120 a...

Page 74: ...54 4 Enter the period of saving in minutes and press the key A period from 0 min to 3600 min can be set 0 indicates no period 5 Press the key to enter the measurement mode Enter a number key Enter a...

Page 75: ...ing process During automatic data saving measurement data is displayed for one second each time a measurement takes place When more than 1000 data items are saved ERR No 0010 is displayed and data sav...

Page 76: ...ll data saved in the internal memory Data cannot be deleted selectively Copy or transfer the data to a PC for storage if necessary 1 Press the key to enter the data mode 2 Press the keys to Select DAT...

Page 77: ...lete the saved data or select NO to cancel deleting it And then press the key to confirm When YES is selected END appears after deletion is complete To return to the measurement mode press the key Sel...

Page 78: ...You can display the latest pH or ion calibration data and repeatability inspection data ion LAQUAact PH130 only 1 Press the key to enter the setting mode 2 Press the keys to select the component to c...

Page 79: ...to REP repeatability by pressing the keys Tip The asymmetry potential can be displayed only for pH calibration data When multiple point calibration more than two points is performed the results of mul...

Page 80: ...orming calibration clears the error This function is available for LAQUAact PH120 and LAQUAact PH130 1 Press the key to enter the setting mode 2 Press the keys to select pH calibration interval settin...

Page 81: ...ation data set in the instrument 1 Press the key to enter the setting mode 2 Press the keys to select the component to confirm the data from pH or ION and press the key 3 Press the keys to Select CAL...

Page 82: ...key to confirm selection When YES is selected and is pressed END appears after deletion is complete To return to the measurement mode press the key Tip When the key is pressed for more than 3 seconds...

Page 83: ...ature connector into the temperature connector T on the instrument 2 Immerse the electrode into the solution until the temperature sensor is immersed 3 Press the key to enter the setting mode 4 Press...

Page 84: ...hen initializing temperature calibration data all settings need to be initialized Perform initialization by referring to Resetting to factory default settings page 69 When initialization is performed...

Page 85: ...ays instantaneous value Auto hold mode displayed as AH When the criterion for stability judgment is fulfilled during measurement the component icon and the HOLD icon light and the measured value is fi...

Page 86: ...d And then press the key to confirm selection To return to the measurement mode press the key Note In the calibration mode the auto stability mode always works Tip The stability judgment criteria are...

Page 87: ...tion for a certain period of time This function is disabled during automatic data memory saving or remote operation using an external device 1 Press the key to enter the setting mode 2 Press the keys...

Page 88: ...ngs 68 4 Enter the automatic power off time and press the key The setting range is 0 min to 30 min 0 indicates the automatic power off is OFF To return to the measurement mode press the key key Enter...

Page 89: ...nd time and the saved data are not deleted Make sure there will be no problems before using this function When this function is used the temperature calibration data is also initialized 1 Press the ke...

Page 90: ...ry default settings or select NO to cancel initialization And then press the key to confirm selection When YES is selected END appears after the settings are initialized and then the instrument is aut...

Page 91: ...incorrect the date and time of saved data becomes incorrect This function is available for LAQUAact PH120 and LAQUAact PH130 1 Press the key to enter the setting mode 2 Press the keys to Select GEN g...

Page 92: ...al settings 72 6 Press the key to confirm To return to the setting mode press the key key Enter a number and press key Enter a number and press key Enter a number and press key Enter a number and pres...

Page 93: ...roblem you can perform test printing Connect the instrument and a printer correctly and perform the following procedure for test printing As a result of test printing if the printout is as shown below...

Page 94: ...the keys to Select PRINT test print and then press the key Printing starts automatically When printing ends the printer icon lights and END appears Press the key or key To return to the measurement mo...

Page 95: ...ou want to print Use the printer cable to connect the printer unit with the instrument beforehand If the automatic data memory is set to ON you cannot print out in the measurement mode Measurement dat...

Page 96: ...LAQUAact PH130 Instrument model Inst SN KL1TSE10 Instrument serial number Elect status GOOD Electrode status based on calibration result Memory Num 0001 Data number Date 2016 01 01 Measurement date Ti...

Page 97: ...emperature setting pH 6 86 7 6 mV Measurement potential 25 1 C ATC Temperature value and temperature setting Inspection before use pH 6 85 7 8 mV Measurement potential at time of repeatability inspect...

Page 98: ...lectrode status based on calibration result Sensitivity Sensitivity of calibration data 1000 mg L 100 mg L 99 9 Calibration data Date 2016 01 01 Calibration date Time 09 00 Calibration time 1000 mg L...

Page 99: ...d from our website as well The required PC specifications and recommended PC specifications for using the FD 70 are shown in the following table Note If you are not using the RS 232C communication clo...

Page 100: ...occurs and the online mode does not start up and as a result RS 232C communication cannot be performed Also when the transfer format is changed turn OFF the power of the instrument and PC and then re...

Page 101: ...to remove the dirt wipe it gently with a cloth moistened with alcohol The instrument is made of solvent resistant materials but that does not mean it is resistant to all chemicals Do not dip the inst...

Page 102: ...atmosphere Follow the steps below to properly store the electrode 1 Clean the electrode well with pure water or deionized water to remove sample completely and close the internal solution filler port...

Page 103: ...ter Daily storage of the electrode If the electrode becomes dry the response will slow Store in a moist atmosphere Follow the steps below to properly store the electrode 1 Wash the electrode well with...

Page 104: ...ution If the surface of the metal electrode is dirty wipe it gently with a soft material such as absorbent cotton moistened with alcohol or a neutral cleaning solution or immerse in dilute nitric acid...

Page 105: ...e immerse it in the solution indicated below depending on the electrode type When the electrode will not be used for a long period To store the electrode for a long period follow the electrode storage...

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Page 107: ...empty 0004 Asymmetric potential error The asymmetric potential of the electrode is out of the range of 45 mV 0005 Electrode sensitivity error The electrode sensitivity is either 105 or more or 85 or l...

Page 108: ...uating Replace the internal solution in the reference electrode The electrode is not connected correctly Connect the electrode correctly Electrode is not immersed enough to cover liquid junction The e...

Page 109: ...problem with the standard solution Use new standard solution Settings about the standard solution do not match the instrument Check if the instrument settings and the specifications of the standard s...

Page 110: ...ber of days of the calibration interval or longer Perform calibration The calibration interval alarm is ON and calibration has not been performed Perform calibration Cause How to solve problem There i...

Page 111: ...ence electrode until it is higher than the level of the sample Cause How to solve problem There is a motor or other device causing electrical interference Measure at a place where no influence from in...

Page 112: ...ortant to select an electrode that is appropriate for the sample Consult your dealer To confirm an electrode that is appropriate for the sample check the pH electrode selection guide in our catalogue...

Page 113: ...de must be immersed up to the liquid junction As a guide immerse to at least 3 cm from the tip of the electrode The electrode cable is broken Replace the electrode Calibration is not performed or perf...

Page 114: ...AC adapter option Instrument defect Consult your dealer Cause How to solve problem Using the instrument at high elevation or other location where the air pressure is different from sea level To elimi...

Page 115: ...ure Operating ambient temperature humidity 0 C to 45 C 80 or less in relative humidity no condensation Power AAA alkaline batteries LR03 or AAA Ni MH rechargeable batteries 2 AC adapter 100 V to 240 V...

Page 116: ...g L mmol L mol L Resolution Valid numbers 4 digits Accuracy 0 8 of full scale Measurement parameter Item Selection item Setting range Default values Common Auto hold AS AH AS Temperature input value...

Page 117: ...l phosphate pH 10 Carbonate pH 12 Saturated calcium hydroxide solution 0 1 666 4 003 7 119 10 318 13 423 5 1 668 3 999 7 086 10 245 13 207 10 1 670 3 998 7 058 10 178 13 003 15 1 672 3 999 7 035 10 11...

Page 118: ...easure For details refer to the catalogue or our website or contact your dealer Part name Part number Remarks Plain paper printer Printer USA 120 V 3014030146 Printer cable sold separately Printer EU...

Page 119: ...t jp For any questions regarding this product please contact your local agency or inquire from the following website http global horiba com contact_e index htm 31 Miyanonishi cho Kisshoin Minami ku Ky...

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