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  70 Vio 

INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL 

 

pH - Cond - PC 

 

Summary of Contents for 70 Vio Series

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Page 3: ...ied components 12 Start up 12 Connection of the power supply 12 Power on date and time update power off 13 Replacement of batteries 13 Instrument transportation 14 Key functions 14 Inputs Outputs connections 15 READ THE MANUAL BEFORE PROCEEDING TO CONNECT THE PROBES OR PERIPHERALS 15 Symbols and icons on the display 15 Operation of the device 16 Setup menu 17 Setup Menu Structure 18 Temperature me...

Page 4: ...nt 33 Other measurements carried out with the Conductivity cell 34 TDS Parameter 34 Salinity 35 Data Logger Function 35 Setup for Data Logger parameter 35 Composition of setup menu for the Data Logger menu 36 Example of automatic Data Logger mode 36 Example of manual Data Logger mode 37 Recall Memory 37 Clear the saved data 37 Instrument Setup menu 37 Composition of the setup menu for Setting menu...

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Page 6: ...tly on the display The calibration is guided step by step and the instrument configuration menu is easy to consult In addition a LED indicates the status of the system to the user Up to 3 pH calibration points can be carried out between 10 automatically recognized values and 5 points for Conductivity in addition buffers chosen by the operator can be used It is also possible to perform mV calibrati...

Page 7: ...um risk hazardous situation which could lead to serious injury or death if not avoided ATTENTION for a dangerous situation with reduced risk which can cause material damage data loss or minor or medium sized accidents if not avoided WARNING for important information about the product NOTE for useful information about the product Warning symbols Attention This symbol indicates a potential risk and ...

Page 8: ...this manual are observed Basic requirements for a safe use The regular functionality of the device and the operator safety are guaranteed only if all the following indications are respected the instrument can be used in accordance with the specifications mentioned above only use the supplied power supply only If you need to replace the power supply contact your local distributor the instrument mus...

Page 9: ...malfunction or permanent damage to the instrument Moreover the use of spare parts not guaranteed by the supplier can be dangerous for the user himself For the maintenance of the electrochemical sensors refer to the documentation present in their packaging or contact the supplier Responsibility of the owner of the instrument The person who owns and uses the tool or authorizes its use by other peopl...

Page 10: ...ture coefficient 0 00 10 00 C TDS COND 70 Vio PC 70 Vio Measuring range TDS Factor 0 1mg l 200 gr l 0 40 1 00 Salinity COND 70 Vio PC 70 Vio Measuring range 0 1ppm 100ppt Temperature pH 70 Vio COND 70 Vio PC 70 Vio Measuring range 10 110 C Resolution Accuracy 0 1 0 5 C Temperature compensation ATC NTC30KΩ and MTC 0 100 C System GLP with calibration Timer Yes Internal memory 1000 Dates Display High...

Page 11: ...rumental mode Representation of buffers used for calibration Error symbol Actual value Measure unit Temperature and type of compensation ATC automatic NTC 30KΩ MTC manual Information icons on connectivity and Data Logger Progressive number of data saved in Data Logger mode Stability indicator Text string Date and time Battery charge level Text string On Off button to switch the device on and off M...

Page 12: ...le 1m S7 BNC connection cable NT55 temperature probe buffer solutions in single dose bottle and or sachet paper tissues screwdriver beaker electrode holder support only for multi parameter multilingual user manual and test report There are versions with the sensor s already included Contact your local distributor to be updated on the correct composition of the sales kit Start up The device leaves ...

Page 13: ...f batteries The instrument works with 3 AA 1 5V batteries To proceed with the replacement 1 Turn off the device Turn the instrument over with the display facing down and place it on a stable surface It is advisable to put a cloth to avoid any scratching on display 2 Using the screwdriver supplied completely unscrew the screw close to the battery symbol 3 Remove the battery stopper cap with the hel...

Page 14: ... menus press to select the desired program and or value During calibration press to confirm the value Short In the setup and subset menus press to scroll In the setup submenus press to change the value In memory recall mode press to scroll through the saved values In MTC and customer calibration mode press to change the value In measure mode press to save the data manual Data Logger or start and e...

Page 15: ...rumental memory Error in measurement or calibration Instrument connected to the DataLink software FIXED Automatic Data Logger set INTERMITTENT Automatic Data Logger in operation FIXED Calibration deadline set for that parameter INTERMITTENT Calibration deadline active for that parameter Press the directional keys to change the parameter or value on the display DHS digital sensor active Battery cha...

Page 16: ... pH Conductivity pH mV TDS mV ORP Salinity ORP Conductivity TDS Salinity Note Pressing the button after the last parameter the instrument automatically restarts from the first one In the measurement screens for the pH ORP and Conductivity parameters press the key to start the calibration of the active parameter next paragraphs On the left side of the display through a string of different colours i...

Page 17: ...of the instrument The instrument is in the Recall Memory mode The data stored are being displayed by running the manual or automatic Data Logger Setup menu In measure mode press the key to enter SETUP mode select the parameter you want to edit by using the directional keys and confirming with pH 70 Vio COND 70 Vio PC 70 Vio PH SETTINGS COND SETTINGS PH SETTINGS ORP SETTINGS TDS SETTINGS ORP SETTIN...

Page 18: ... choose is editable using the directional keys Press the key to return to the previous menu Setup Menu Structure P1 0 PH SETTINGS P1 1 Buffer Selection P1 2 Resolution P1 3 Set Stability P1 6 View pH Cal P1 7 Due pH Cal P1 8 Reset pH Setting P1 9 Temp Cal pH P2 0 ORP SETTINGS P2 6 View ORP Cal P2 7 Due ORP Cal P2 8 Reset ORP Setting P2 9 Temp Cal ORP P3 0 COND SETTINGS P3 1 Cell Constant P3 2 Buff...

Page 19: ... Parameter pH 70 Vio PC 70 Vio On this series of devices it is possible to use pH sensors with integrated temperature probe or to connect two different sensors Connect the pH electrode to the BNC type connector marked in green Connect the temperature probe to the RCA CINCH Temp connector always marked with a green background The instrument is also able to recognize the DHS sensor an innovative ele...

Page 20: ... setting NIST Buffers 1 68 4 00 6 86 9 18 12 46 Neutral point always requested as first In measure mode at the bottom left of the display a series of beakers indicates the buffers with which the last automatic and manual calibration was carried out P1 2 Resolution Access this menu to choose the resolution needed when reading the pH parameter 0 1 0 01 default P1 3 Stability criterion in pH measurem...

Page 21: ...tween two settings and confirm with If a calibration deadline is set the icon is present on the display in measure mode When the calibration deadline is activated the instrument prevents further measurements The error icon and the icon representing the calibration deadline flash on the display The string MAKE A NEW CAL invites the user to perform a new calibration of the pH sensor to be able to wo...

Page 22: ... instrument is calibrated in the acid field Remove the electrode rinse with distilled water and dab gently with paper towel Dip the sensor in the pH 10 01 buffer solution CHANGE BUFFER The instrument is now ready to recognize the third calibration point Next to the string 3RD POINT PH the different buffers that the device can recognize automatically scroll When the value 10 01 is recognized and th...

Page 23: ...n the display to stabilize when the icon appears and the actual value flashes modify it using the directional keys by entering the correct one e g pH 4 65 as suggested by the string ADJUST THE VALUE and by the icon When the icon appears again press the key to confirm the second point the actual measured value flashes on the display the Slope and next to the first beaker the icon with the identifyi...

Page 24: ...ectors of the instrument The device automatically recognizes the chip the following screens scroll on the display First screen sensor identification name and production batch Second screen CALIBRATION DATE and TIME and beakers indicating the buffers used Third screen OFFSET value of the electrode expressed in mV Fourth and possibly fifth screen Slope in the measuring range one Slope only if two ca...

Page 25: ...ent is recommended to evaluate the sensor efficiency ORP Parameter Oxide Reduction potential pH 70 Vio PC 70 Vio ORP sensors can be used on this series of devices to measure the Oxide Reduction potential Connect the Redox electrode to the BNC type connector marked in green if necessary connect the temperature probe to the RCA CINCH Temp connector always marked with a green background It is possibl...

Page 26: ...ys that must elapse between two settings and confirm with key If a calibration deadline is set the icon is shown on the display in measure mode When the calibration deadline is activated the instrument prevents further measurements The error icon and the icon representing the calibration deadline flash on the display The string MAKE A NEW CAL invites the user to perform a new calibration of the pH...

Page 27: ...st be connected to the RCA CINCH Temp connector always on a grey background Conductivity is defined as the ability of the ions contained in a solution to conduct an electric current This parameter provides a fast and reliable indication of the quantity of ions present in a solution how to get Conductivity The first Ohm s law expresses the direct proportionality in a conductor between the current i...

Page 28: ...00 10 00 C 1 91 C P3 6 CALIBRATION DATA P3 7 SET DUE CAL NO HOURS DAYS NO P3 8 RESET SETTINGS YES NO NO P3 9 TEMPERATURE CAL YES NO P3 1 Cell constant Selection Choosing the right conductivity cell is a decisive factor for obtaining accurate and reproducible measurements One of the most important parameters to consider is to use a sensor with the right cell constant in relation to the solution und...

Page 29: ...ly depends on temperature If the temperature of a sample increases its viscosity decreases and this leads to an increase in the mobility of the ions and the measured conductivity although the concentration remains constant For each conductivity measurement the temperature to which it refers must be specified otherwise it is a result without value Generally temperature refers to 25 C or more rarely...

Page 30: ... C as the temperature coefficient to deactivate the compensation The displayed Conductivity value refers to the temperature value measured by the probe and not related to a reference temperature P3 6 COND calibration data Access this menu to get information on the last calibration performed The following screens will automatically scroll on the display First screen CALIBRATION DATE and TIME and be...

Page 31: ...3 9 Temperature calibration All the instruments in this series are pre calibrated for a correct temperature reading However if there is a difference between the measured and the real one usually due to a probe malfunction it is possible to perform an offset adjustment of 5 C Use the keys and to correct the temperature offset value and confirm with Automatic COND calibration Example one point calib...

Page 32: ...re vulnerable to contamination dilution and direct influence of CO2 than pH buffers which on the other hand thanks to their buffer capacity tend to be more resistant In addition a slight change in temperature if not adequately compensated can have significant effects on accuracy Therefore pay attention in the calibration process of the Conductivity cell in order to obtain accurate measurements Imp...

Page 33: ... by bringing the solutions exactly to the reference temperature Another method of working without temperature compensation is to use the appropriate thermal tables shown on the most Conductivity solutions Important Always rinse the cell with distilled water before calibration and when switching from one standard solution to another to avoid contamination Replace standard solutions frequently espec...

Page 34: ...insoluble samples before performing this operation clean it by immersing it in ethanol or acetone Never clean it mechanically this will damage the electrodes compromising the functionality For short periods store the cell in distilled water while for long periods keep it dry Other measurements carried out with the Conductivity cell The conductivity measurement can be converted into the TDS and Sal...

Page 35: ...R2 10 67869R3 5 98624R4 1 32311R5 Where R Cond sample at 15 42 914 mS cm Conductivity of Copenhagen Seawater Standard Data Logger Function This series of devices has the possibility of recording values in GLP format on the instrument s internal memory The instrument can save up to 1000 data in total Once the memory is finished the values are NOT overwritten In measure mode the number of data store...

Page 36: ...h the key Use of automatic Data Logger In measure mode press to start and end automatic recording When the automatic data saving is running the icon flashes on the display When it is set but not in operation the icon on the screen remains fixed When the 1000 total values are reached the recording stops automatically Note Scrolling through the parameters the recording stops P8 2 Memory emptying Acc...

Page 37: ...by a sequence of flashes of the green LED Recall Memory In measure mode in the parameter of interest press key to enter the RECALL MEMORY mode The last saved data is shown on the display As indicated by the string use the directional keys to scroll through the different stored values The number next to the M icon indicates the save slot Press to return to measure mode Clear the saved data To clear...

Page 38: ...at the same operation for month day hours and minutes P9 3 Backlight Mode Access this setup menu to select the contrast mode to use for the display backlight INDOOR In Recommended if you use the device indoors OUTDOOR Out Recommended if you use the device outdoors AUTOMATIC Auto Default option Thanks to the brightness sensor the display automatically adapts to the environment conditions This mode ...

Page 39: ... to work with pH Conductivity and TDS parameters only In the P9 6 setup menu pH YES mV NO ORP NO COND YES TDS YES SAL NO Press key twice to return to measure mode Scrolling with the key only the parameters pH COND and TDS are present Note At least one of all the parameters must be enabled with YES P9 8 Reset Settings Access this setup menu to restore the instrument to factory conditions IMPORTANT ...

Page 40: ...ous acquisition of a value equivalent to the manual Data Logger option Logger automatic acquisition with set frequency Empty emptying the data in the table If the password is active it will be requested Export to Excel Export to PDF export to PDF and Excel of all the data in the table of graphs calibration reports and instrumental information Save to file Open from file saving the data in the tabl...

Page 41: ...acturer will repair or replace defective components This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged used incorrectly exposed to radiation or corrosive substances if foreign materials have penetrated inside the product or if changes have been made which have not been authorized by the manufacturer Disposal of electrical devices This equipment is subject to the regulations for electroni...

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