Russell RL060C
User Guide
Page 1: ...Russell RL060C User Guide...
Page 2: ...riode Quatrode QuiKcheK rf link ROSS ROSS Resolution SAOB SMART AVERAGING Smart CheK SMART STABILITY Stacked Stat Face The Enhanced Lab ThermaSense Triode TRIUMpH Unbreakable pH Universal Access are t...
Page 3: ...ng Started 2 Chapter III Preparation 4 Chapter IV Calibration 10 Chapter V Measurement 19 Chapter VI Advance Setup Functions 22 Chapter VII Probe and Maintenance 30 Chapter VIII Troubleshooting Guide...
Page 4: ...34 Chapter XII Conductivity Theory 35 Chapter XIII Assistance and Warranty 38 Chapter XIV Declaration of Conformity 39 Chapter XV WEEE Compliance 40 Addendum 1 Calibration Tips 41 Addendum 2 Calculat...
Page 5: ...ivity S mS and temperature C This sturdy meter measures up to 5 different ranges with auto ranging capability that switches to appropriate measuring range automatically Your meter includes a conductiv...
Page 6: ...d C temperature Other annunciators include HO when the HOLD function is activated and LO low battery condition See Figure 2 below LCD and Customized Annunciators for RL060C meter 1 Primary display 2 m...
Page 7: ...irm values in calibration mode and to confirm selections in setup mode In calibration mode Press to scroll through calibration values In setup mode Press to scroll through the setup sub group programs...
Page 8: ...m edges of the meter out until it is completely separated from the armor Ensure that the cables of conductivity electrode or temperature probe are not connected 2 To insert meter into rubber armor sli...
Page 9: ...the direction of the arrow and lift up the cover Note the polarity of the battery before inserting it into position Place the cover back and press down until it locks tight Battery Replacement A LO a...
Page 10: ...hemical durability include 1 Polyetherimide Ultem protective probe guard 2 Polybutylterphalate Valox sensor housing 3 Stainless Steel SS 304 2 steel bands Proper use of the probe is essential to ensur...
Page 11: ...on until it unlocks and slide the connector off the socket 3 Insert the mini phono jack of the temperature sensor into the socket on the meter as shown below 4 Unplug the phono jack when not in use or...
Page 12: ...up Functions section 3 Third screen shows t 25 0 C which is the normalization temperature You can set the normalization temperature to either 25 C or 20 C Refer to the Advance Setup Functions section...
Page 13: ...User Guide Change Conductivity to Temperature Measurement Mode To switch between conductivity measurement mode and temperature measurement mode simply press The customized annunciator helps indicate...
Page 14: ...ended Calibration Solution Range 0 00 to 20 00 S 6 00 to 17 00 S 0 0 to 200 0 S 60 0 to 170 0 S 0 to 2000 S 600 to 1700 S 0 00 to 20 00 mS 6 00 to 17 00 mS 0 0 to 200 0 mS 60 0 to 170 0 mS When you re...
Page 15: ...store it dry calibrate the meter once a month If you take measurements at extreme temperatures calibrate at least once a week Ensure that you use new conductivity standard solutions or sachets during...
Page 16: ...ibration are Table 1 Conductivity Calibration Standards for Automatic Calibrations Meter Normalization Temperature Calibration Standards Range RL060C 25 C 1 84 S for 0 200 S cm 2 1413 S for 0 2000 S c...
Page 17: ...he calibration standards listed in Table 1 3 Dip the probe into the calibration standard Immerse the probe tip beyond the upper steel band see Figure 6 Stir the probe gently to create a homogeneous sa...
Page 18: ...from 848 S to 1978 S 2 If the temperature t C of the conductivity calibration solution is below 0 C or above 50 C 0 C t C 50 C an error message Err 2 will be displayed when performing the auto calibra...
Page 19: ...eyond the upper steel band see Figure 6 Stir the probe gently to create a homogeneous sample Allow time for the reading to stabilize 4 Press to enter conductivity calibration mode The CA indicator wil...
Page 20: ...temperature measurement mode See the Change Conductivity toTemperature Measurement Mode section 3 Press to start the temperature calibration process 4 Dip the probe into a solution with known temperat...
Page 21: ...with automatic or manual temperature compensation With Automatic Temperature Compensation ATC For ATC make sure the phono jack of the probe see Figure 7 is securely inserted The conductivity reading d...
Page 22: ...k for temperature measurement is disconnected from the meter See Figure 7 2 Switch on the meter and if necessary press to select temperature measurement mode See the Change Conductivity toTemperature...
Page 23: ...y To avoid contamination or dilution of your sample rinse probe with a small volume of your sample liquid 2 Press to switch on meter 3 Dip the probe into the sample 4 Allow time for the reading to sta...
Page 24: ...ment range The five ranges are Conductivity Range 0 20 00 S cm 0 200 0 S cm 0 2000 S cm 0 20 00 mS cm 0 200 0 mS cm Note If the value of the solution you are measuring is higher than the range selecte...
Page 25: ...be used any time in measurement mode 1 To hold a measurement press while in measurement mode HO will appear on the display 2 To release the held value press again Continue to take measurements Note T...
Page 26: ...urned off 2 Press and simultaneously holding both keys for 2 seconds First release and then release 3 StUP indicator will appear momentarily and CELC will appear next 4 Overview of the setup menu Ente...
Page 27: ...Select normalization temperature Choice of either 20 C or 25 C Default value is 25 C Select single point calibration Choice of YES or no Default value is YES User re set to factory defaults Choice of...
Page 28: ...range measurements below 20 S The cell included with your meter has a cell constant of K 1 0 1 Enter the advanced setup as described in the Advanced Setup Overview section 2 Press or until CELC appear...
Page 29: ...e 1 Selection of Automatic or Manual Calibration In the manual calibration mode you can use your own customized conductivity calibration standard to calibrate this meter 1 Enter the advanced setup as...
Page 30: ...t of your solution lets you accurately compensate temperature for almost any solution You can adjust 0 0 to 3 0 per C Meter default is 2 1 per C 1 Enter the advanced setup as described in the Advanced...
Page 31: ...erature of either 25 C or 20 C The default value is 25 C 1 Enter the advanced setup as described in the Advanced Setup Overview section 2 Press or until t nr C appears on the LCD Press 3 Press or to s...
Page 32: ...es By selecting no to single point calibration you can perform calibration for each conductivity range 1 Enter the advanced setup as described in the Advanced Setup Overview section 2 Press or until S...
Page 33: ...anged Important Once activated the meter s settings and calibration data will be erased Always exercise caution as meter reset is not reversible 1 Enter the advanced setup as described in the Advanced...
Page 34: ...not immerse the probe in oily solutions Clean the electrode thoroughly by stirring it in a mild detergent bath or isopropyl alcohol Wipe the probe with soft tissue paper Rinse thoroughly in tap water...
Page 35: ...rt batteries with correct polarity c Weak batteries c Replace batteries Unstable readings a Air bubbles in probe a Tap probe to remove bubbles b Dirty probe b Clean the probe and recalibrate c Probe n...
Page 36: ...rr 2 Temperature calibration error Auto calibration is performed outside the temperature range 0 50 C Check the temperature and make sure that it is within the acceptable range If message persists con...
Page 37: ...nt 0 1 1 0 10 0 selectable Temperature Compensation Automatic Manual from 0 to 50 C Temperature Coefficient 0 0 to 3 0 C Normalization Temperature 20 0 C and 25 0 C selectable Number of Calibration Po...
Page 38: ...stic body with ATC and BNC connector K 1 0 cm 1 1 meter cable length Calibration Solutions Cat No Description 011008 100 S cm conductivity TDS standard 5 x 60 mL bottles 01100910 147 S cm conductivity...
Page 39: ...a liquid will conduct more current Conductance derives from Ohms law E IR and is defined as the reciprocal of the electrical resistance of a solution C 1 R where C is conductance siemens R is resistan...
Page 40: ...are reported as Siemens cm since the value is measured between opposite faces of a cell of a known cubic configuration With most aqueous solutions conductivity quantities are most frequently measured...
Page 41: ...e per degree centigrade This temperature coefficient change per degree depends on the composition of the solution being measured However for most medium range salt concentration in water 2 per degree...
Page 42: ...system contact Technical Support Within the United States call 1 800 225 1480 outside the United States call 978 232 6000 or fax 978 232 6031 In Europe the Middle East and Africa contact your local au...
Page 43: ...portable meter Directive Standard 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive EMC essential requirements for measurement device EN 61326 1997 EN 55022 EN 61000 4 2 3 These products have be...
Page 44: ...following symbol Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling disposal companies in each EU Member State and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them Further i...
Page 45: ...once a week to get specified 1 F S accuracy If you are measuring in the mid ranges and you washed the probe in deionized water and stored it dry calibrate the meter at least once a month Wet the probe...
Page 46: ...ensation by following instructions as described in the Temperature Coefficient section 2 Wait for 5 minutes Note T1 and CT1 conductivity at T1 3 Condition the sample solution and probe to a temperatur...
Page 47: ...ific Environmental Instruments Water Analysis Instruments 166 Cummings Center Beverly MA 01915 USA Tel 978 232 6000 Toll Free 800 225 1480 Dom Fax 978 232 6015 Int l Fax 978 232 6031 www thermo com wa...
