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2 Gerätebeschreibung

1. Prismenabdeckung 
2. Prismenfläche
3. Optische Röhre mit Griff
4. Okular mit Einstellring des Diopters
5. Messbereich Verstellrad
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Einstellschraube

7. Aufbewahrungsbox
8. Pipette
9. Refraktometer
10. Destilliertes Wasser / Kalibrierflüssigkeit
11. Werkzeug
12. Reinigungstuch

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2 Gerätebeschreibung

1. Prismenabdeckung
2. Prismenfläche
3. Optische Röhre mit Griff
4. Okular mit Einstellring des Diopters
5. Messbereich Verstellrad
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Einstellschraube

7.  Aufbewahrungsbox 
8. Pipette
9. Refraktometer
10. Destilliertes Wasser / Kalibrierflüssigkeit
11. Werkzeug
12. Reinigungstuch

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ORA_80BE-BA-d-1410

KERN & Sohn GmbH

Ziegelei 1

D-72336 Balingen

E-Mail: info@kern-

sohn.com

Tel:  +49-[0]7433- 9933-0

Fax: +49-[0]7433-9933-

149

Internet: www.kern-

sohn.com

Betriebsanleitung

Analoges  Refraktometer

KERN  ORA 80 BE Analog Expert

2-fach Skala Brix

Version 1.0

12/2014

Contents 

1  Technical data .................................................................................................1

2 Description .....................................................................................................2

3  General information .......................................................................................3

3.1  Intended use ...................................................................................................3

3.2 Warranty .........................................................................................................3

4  Basic safety information ................................................................................4

4.1  Follow the instructions in the operating manual ..........................................4

4.2 Warning .......................................................................................................4-5

5  Supplied items ................................................................................................5

6  Before the first use .........................................................................................6

7 Use/measurement .........................................................................................6

7.1  Zero point calibration ................................................................................. 7-8

7.2  Additional advice ............................................................................................9

7.3  Measuring procedure ...............................................................................9-10

8  Cleaning and maintenance .......................................................................... 11

9 Storage ......................................................................................................... 11

10 Service ......................................................................................................... 11

11 Disposal ....................................................................................................... 12

12  Additional information................................................................................. 12

13  Brix to refractive index (nD) conversion table ............................................ 13

14 Annex ........................................................................................................... 14

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1 Technische Daten

Mo d e lle

K E R N

Messbereich

und

S kalen

S kalen-­‐

teilung

Genauig keit

Abmessungen

Produkt

Nettogewicht

O R A

8 0 B E

Brix: 0 -­‐5 0 %

Brix: 5 0 -­‐

8 0 %

0 ,5   %   Brix

0 ,5   %   Brix

180x40x40mm

0,400kg

Beispiel der Skala für den ORA 80 BE

1.  technische Daten

Models

KeRn

Measuring 

range and

Scales

Scale 

graduations

Accuracy

Dimensions

Product

Net weight

oRA 80Be

Brix: 0-50%

Brix: 50-80%

0,5 % Brix

0,5 % Brix

180x40x40mm

0,400kg

Operating manual

Analogue refractometer

KERN & Sohn GmbH

KERN    ORA  80 BE   Analogue Expert

2x Brix scale

Ziegelei 1

D-72336 Balingen

E-Mail: [email protected]

Tel:  +49-[0]7433-9933-0

Fax: +49-[0]7433-9933-149

Internet: www.kern-sohn.com

3. General information

3.1  Intended use

The refractometer is a measuring instrument for determining the refractive index of 

transparent substances in liquid or in some cases also in the solid state. It is used 

to observe the behaviour of light as it passes from a prism with known properties 

to the substance being tested.

Use of the refractometer for other purposes is contrary to its intended use and 

may be hazardous. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damages caused by 

improper use.

3.2 Warranty

The warranty shall be void in the event of: 

 

▸ Failure to observe the instructions in the operating manual

 

▸ Use for purposes other than those described

 

▸ Modifications or opening the device housing

 

▸ Mechanical damage and/or damage resulting from media,  

liquids, natural wear and tear

2. Description

1.  Prism cover

2.  Prism surface

3.  Optical tubes with grip

4.  Eyepiece with diopter adjustment ring

5.  Adjusting wheel measuring range

6. Adjusting screw

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4. Basic safety information

4.1 Follow the instructions in the operating manual

 

▸ Carefully read through the operating manual even if you have prior  

experience with KERN refractometers.

 

▸ Every language version includes a non-authoritative translation. 

The original German document is the definitive version.

4.2 Warning

 

▸ Do not let acids come into contact with skin or eyes. If acid comes into contact 

with skin, flush with copious amounts of water. Shower if larger areas of skin are 

affected.

 

▸ If acid comes into contact with eyes, keep the eyelid open and flush the eye with 

running lukewarm water from the outer corner to the inner corner. Flush eyes for 

at least 15 minutes. Then consult a doctor or ophthalmologist immediately.

 

▸ Thoroughly clean the refractometer after each use.

 

▸ The refractometer must not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high  

mechanical stresses, strong direct sunlight or high humidity.

 

▸ This refractometer is not a toy. Keep out of reach of children.

 

▸ Make sure that you will not be hit by anything else while you are using the  

refractometer, as this could cause serious eye injuries

 

▸ The rubber eyeshade may cause irritation when in prolonged contact with the 

skin. If this happens, consult your doctor.

 

▸ Do not touch the lenses with your fingers.

5.  supplied items

After unpacking and before using the device for the first time, check that all 

listed parts have been supplied. Replace damaged or faulty parts immediately 

and do not put them into operation.

6. Before the first use

Remove the protective film (if present) from the prism surface [2] and check that 

the rubber eye-cup [4] is fitted correctly.

7. Use/measurement

The refractometer can be used to quickly and accurately determine the refractive 

index of transparent substances, liquid or solid ones. To ensure correct measure-

ment, the measuring device should be adjusted before measurements are carried 

out. Please make sure your hands are dry before handling the measuring device.
The measuring instrument has two measuring ranges. To switch between the two 

measuring ranges rotate the housing ring [5] between the eyepiece [4] and the 

optical tube [3].

Example scale on 

ORA 80 BE

GB

7.  Storage box
8. Pipette
9. Refractometer
10. 

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alibration liquid

(Distilled water)

11. Adjustment tool
12. Cleaning cloth

▸ Refractometer
▸ Storage box
▸ Pipette
▸ Adjustment tool
▸ Cleaning cloth
▸ 

C

alibration 

liquid (Distilled water)

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