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MULTIMETER: YSI-ProDSS 

EQUIPMENT NEEDED 

 

YSI-ProDSS multimeter 

 

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Note:

  

The ambient temperature range over 

which the battery pack can be discharged is -
20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F). Use of the battery 
pack outside of this temperature range may 
damage the performance of the battery pack or 
reduce its life expectancy. 

 

INITIAL INSTRUMENT PREPARATION: 

1.

 

CABLE CONNECTION 

Inspect the cable connection between the 
handheld meter and the cable.  If cable is not 
connected to the meter, 

make sure the 

connectors are clean and dry before 
connecting!

   

If connecters are clean and dry, 

align the keys on the cable assembly connector 
with the slots on the instrument connector. Push 
together firmly, and then 
twist the outer ring 
clockwise until it locks 
into place.  The metal pin 
should “snap” into place 
and be visible through 
small hole in the outer 
ring (see image).   
 

2.

 

SENSORS AND GUARD CHECK 

If any of the individual sensors are not 
connected, refer to “Settings and 
Troubleshooting” section for sensor installation.  
If there is an empty “slot” with no sensor 
installed, 

a port plug or sensor must be 

installed or the bulkhead will be damaged!

 

1.

 

Remove calibration cup:  firmly hold the 
calibration cup with one hand and twist the 
cup’s retaining nut counterclockwise until it 
loosens (no need to keep turning; once it is 
loose you can remove it).  Remove the cup 
and set aside in a clean, dry place. 

2.

 

Firmly hold the bulkhead with one hand and 
turn the sensor guard counter-clockwise until 
completely unthreaded.  Set aside the sensor 

guard in a clean dry place.  

Use caution 

once the sensors are exposed!

 

3.

 

Conduct a quick visual inspection of the 
sensors; clean any debris on the sensor tips 
with a lint-free cloth and rinse with water

.

  

Carefully “test” the connection of each sensor 
by grasping the sensor near the bulkhead 
between your thumb and finger, and try to 
turn the sensor to determine if it is loose.  If 
the sensor moves or twists 

at all 

(sensors 

should 

firmly

 be in place), reconnect the 

sensor guard and inform the team leader.  
(See “Settings and Troubleshooting” section 
under “Sensor Installation”.)  If sensors are 
firmly in place, proceed to next step. 

4.

 

Carefully slide the sensor guard over the 
sensors and push it toward the bulkhead until 
the sensor guard threads align with the 
bulkhead threads.  Carefully finger-tighten 
the sensor guard clockwise.  

NOTE:

  

If any resistance is felt, loosen the 

sensor guard completely to prevent cross-
threading. Incorrect installation may cause 
damage to the sensor guard or bulkhead. 

Summary of Contents for YSI-ProDSS

Page 1: ...bration cup firmly hold the calibration cup with one hand and twist the cup s retaining nut counterclockwise until it loosens no need to keep turning once it is loose you can remove it Remove the cup and set aside in a clean dry place 2 Firmly hold the bulkhead with one hand and turn the sensor guard counter clockwise until completely unthreaded Set aside the sensor guard in a clean dry place Use ...

Page 2: ...e of the battery charge at the top right displayed as a percentage If the charge is low inform your team leader 3 Study the main Run screen Confirm the following The battery charge is 10 If not inform your team leader The date and time are correct The date and time should be displayed at the top of the screen if not refer to the Settings and Troubleshooting section under Date Time Logging is corre...

Page 3: ...ter the probe has acclimated to the stream conditions turn on the Auto Stable feature a Hit the probe button then select Auto Stable b Confirm the following Parameters are set to on pH is in ISE Continuous Mode and Log Samples boxes are checked Sample Period s is set to 12 Sample Count is set to 10 AutoStable screen should match the image below c Scroll to the bottom of the screen and select Start...

Page 4: ...st 0 1 h Turbidity to nearest whole FNU 7 If you performed replicates record those readings as well and check the Water Chemistry General protocol to see if your pairs of readings are within the acceptable precision limits resample as needed 8 Record time and full initials of a single sampler taking responsibility for the data this should be someone who has been properly trained see Quality Assura...

Page 5: ...oth Sensor Installation 1 Inspect the bulkhead port for contamination If the port is wet carefully dry with a lint free cloth 2 Apply a thin coat of lubricant to the sensor o rings Wipe off any excess lubricant with a lint free cloth 3 Carefully align the sensor and bulkhead connectors by inserting the sensor into the port and then gently rotating the sensor until the connectors align Once aligned...

Page 6: ...ent is not turning on do the following 1 Attempt to charge the unit Using YSI charging equipment only plug unit into the AC adapter with the USB connector If this does not power on the unit proceed to next step 2 Remove battery pack cover and examine battery pack see figure below NOTE Do not remove the battery pack if it is hot to the touch is producing an odd odor or is leaking a fluid Removing a...

Page 7: ...n to correct the time When finished hit the Esc or left arrow button until you are back to the Run screen Logging Data If the logging settings are inaccurate press the system button scroll down to the logging submenu option go to the Continuous Mode and uncheck the box by pressing Enter The box should become unchecked Press the Esc button to return the Run Screen In the green bar at the top of the...

Page 8: ... get to the sensors Note that the temperature sensor does not need to be completely dry drying the sensor at its base is hard to do and is not necessary 3 Pour a small amount of clean water 1 8th inch gently down the side of the calibration cup 4 Gently insert the sensor and guard into the calibration cup and partially tighten the calibration cup to the bulkhead IMPORTANT NOTE Do not fully tighten...

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