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MW180 pH / mV / EC / TDS / NaCl / Temperature Bench Meter
6. GENERAL OPERATIONS
6.1. POWER CONNECTION & BATTERY MANAGEMENT
MW180
has a built-in rechargeable battery that provides up to 8 hours of use. The internal
battery recharges with the supplied 12 VDC adapter or while connected to a PC USB port
or standard 5V USB charger.
MW180
is equipped with Battery Error Prevention System (BEPS) feature, which turns the
meter off after 10 minutes of non-use (see Auto Off in GENERAL SETUP OPTIONS section).
At power on, the instrument performs an auto-diagnostic test and all LCD segments are
displayed for a few seconds. Use
keys to check the battery percentage.
Note:
When the instrument is switched on, it will start measuring in the previously
selected measurement mode (pH/ORP or EC/TDS/Salinity) and settings.
6.2. MOUNTING THE ELECTRODE HOLDER
Take the
MA9315
electrode holder from the box.
y
Mount the supplied metallic plate onto the meter. Tighten the screw to lock in place.
y
Mount the arm holder over the metallic pin from the plate.
6.3. CONNECTING THE PROBES
6.3.1. MA917B/1 pH Probe
MA917B/1
is connected to the meter through a BNC connector (labeled pH/ORP).
With the meter off:
y
Connect the probe to the BNC socket on the top right of the meter.
y
Align and twist the plug into the socket.
y
Place the probe into the holder and secure the cable in clips.
6.3.2. MA814DB/1 EC/TDS/NaCl Probe
MA814DB/1
is connected to the meter through a DIN connector
With the meter off:
y
With the meter off, connect the probe to the DIN socket on the top of the meter.
y
Align the pins and key then push the plug into the socket.
y
Place the probe into the holder and secure the cable in clips.
