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6. INSERTING/CHANGING THE BATTERIES
For operation, the PH-100ATC needs one battery (type 9V block, not included in the delivery).
Proceed as follows to insert or change the batteries:
• Unscrew the battery compartment screw on the back of the device and take off the battery compartment
cover.
• Insert a new 9V block battery or replace the spent battery with a new one of the same type. If possible,
use alkaline batteries. They guarantee a longer service life.
• Then, carefully close and screw down the battery compartment cover again.
It is necessary to change the batteries when the battery icon appears on the LCD. This icon indicates that
the battery is spent.
Once this battery icon appears on the LC display, the battery must be changed to ensure
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cient measuring accuracy.
To prevent damage to the device from leaking batteries, remove the batteries from the device if you will
not be using it for a longer period. For the same reason, we recommend that you remove
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at batteries
immediately.
7. COMMISSIONING, CALIBRATION, MEASURING
Calibration
Prior to initial operation of the PH-100ATC, we recommend calibration to adapt the pH-electrode to the
measuring device. For calibration, you need a tiny screwdriver as well as calibration solutions (buffer
solutions). Calibration can be performed as one-point or two-point calibration. For the more exact two-point
calibration, you need two buffer solutions (pH 7.00 and pH 4.00); for one-point calibration, you only need
one buffer solution. For one-point calibration, we recommend selecting a buffer solution close to the later
main measuring range.
Two-point calibration
• Connect the pH-electrode with the BNC input socket on the top part of the PH-100ATC. Arrest the
electrode plug on the measuring device with a quarter turn.
• Take the pH-electrode out of the storage solution and rinse it with distilled or de-ionised water (also after
each application/measuring operation) and dry it off.
• Activate the PH-100ATC by pressing the button “ON”.
• Dip the pH-electrode into a 7.00 pH-buffer/calibration solution, stir it slightly and wait until the display has
stabilised (up to 5 minutes).
• By turning the calibration trimmer “CAL PH7” on the side of the PH-100ATC (below the cover) with a
screwdriver, set the display value to “7.00”.
• Clean the pH-electrode with distilled or de-ionised water again and wipe it dry.
• Dip the pH-electrode into a 4.00 pH-buffer/calibration solution, stir it slightly and wait until the display has
stabilised (up to 5 minutes).
• By turning the calibration trimmer “SLOPE PH4/PH10” on the side of the PH-100ATC (below the cover)
with a screwdriver, set the display value to “4.00”.
• Repeat this step at least twice.
One-point calibration
• Connect the pH-electrode with the BNC input socket on the top part of the PH-100ATC. Arrest the
electrode plug on the measuring device with a quarter turn.
• Take the pH-electrode out of the storage solution and rinse it with distilled or de-ionised water (also after
each application/measuring operation) and dry it off.
• Activate the PH-100ATC by pressing the button “ON”.
• Dip the pH-electrode into a pH-buffer/calibration solution, stir it slightly and wait until the display has
stabilised (up to 5 minutes).
• By turning the calibration trimmer “CAL PH7” on the side of the PH-100ATC (below the cover) with a
screwdriver, set the display value to the pH-value of the buffer solution.
• Clean the pH-electrode with distilled or de-ionised water again and wipe it dry.
Calibration notices
It is not necessary to calibrate the PH-100ATC prior to each measuring operation. We recom-
mend performing a calibration prior to each tenth measuring operation or every two weeks. The
buffer solution should have a similar temperature as the measuring solution.
Measuring
After calibration, you can perform measuring operations with the PH-100.
• Connect the pH-electrode with the BNC input socket on the top part of the PH-100ATC. Arrest the
electrode plug on the measuring device with a quarter turn.
• Take the pH-electrode out of the storage solution and rinse it with distilled or de-ionised water and dry it
off.
• Activate the PH-100ATC by pressing the button “ON”.
• Dip the pH-electrode into the liquid to be measured and stir it brie
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y. Once the display has stabilized, you
can read off the pH-value of the liquid directly. The automatic temperature compensation (ATC) also en-
sures accurate measuring values in case of different liquid temperatures. You can “freeze” the measuring
value by pressing “HOLD”.
• Turn the device off after measuring by pressing “OFF”.
• To ensure the function of the device over a long period of time, you must clean the pH-electrode after
each measuring operation (see “Maintenance and cleaning”)
• Always keep the electrode in the storage solution after measuring!
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PH-VALUE MEASURING DEVICE PH100 ATC
ITEM NO. 10 11 45
These operating instructions are a part of the product. They contain important notices about implementa-
tion and handling. Please bear this in mind in case you pass on the product to a third party.
Therefore, keep them for future reference!
1. INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
In purchasing this Voltcraft® product, you have made a very good decision for which we should like to
thank you.
You have acquired an above-average quality product from a brand family which has distinguished itself
in the
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eld of measuring, charging and network technology by particular competence and permanent
innovation.
With Voltcraft®, you will be able to tackle dif
fi
cult tasks, no matter whether you are an ambitious hobbyist or
a professional user. Voltcraft® offers you reliable technology at a very favourable cost-performance ratio.
We are certain: Starting to use Voltcraft will also be the commencement of a long, successful relationship.
We hope you enjoy your new Voltcraft® product!
The device was manufactured according to the latest state of technology and meets the demands of
the valid European and national guidelines. The corresponding declarations and documents have been
deposited with the manufacturer.
2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The PH-100ATC is a handy pH-value measuring device with a resolution of 0.01 pH. With this measuring
device, you can easily detect how acidy or alkaline a liquid is. The device has a fast response time and low
power consumption. This makes is highly effective. With the hold function, you can “freeze” the measuring
value on the large LCD display. The automatic temperature compensation (ATC) ensures correct measu-
ring values even in case of temperature
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uctuations. The device is suited for domestic applications as well
as for (
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sh) ponds, swimming pools, food inspection, quality control, photo labs, schools and universities,
horticulture, etc. The device is not suited for industrial application (e.g. electroplating).
3. INTENDED USE
Measuring the pH-value from 0.0 to 14.0 of dead, non-
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ammable and/or non-caustic liquids (immersion
depth min. 10 resp. max. 110 mm); with automatic temperature compensation ATC.
Only a 9-V block battery may be used as voltage source.
Operation is only permitted in a dry environment; contact with moisture must be avoided at all times. Only a
9-V block battery may be used as voltage source.
Operation is not permitted under unfavourable ambient conditions. Unfavourable ambient conditions
include: dust and in
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ammable gases, vapours or solvents, storms or stormy conditions such as strong
electrostatic
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elds, etc.
Use other than that described above will lead to damage to the product. In addition, this
may lead to hazards such as short circuits or
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re. The product as a whole may not be
opened, modi
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ed or reconstructed.
4. SCOPE OF DELIVERY
• PH-100ATC
• pH-electrode with storage solution
• Operating instructions
5. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND HAZARD WARNINGS
This device left the factory in perfect condition in terms of safety engineering.
To maintain this condition and ensure safe operation, you, as the user, must comply with the safety instruc-
tions and warnings contained in these instructions.
Measuring devices do not belong in the hands of children!
In commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the Employer’s Liability Insurance
Association for Electrical Systems and Operating Materials are to be observed.
Check the measuring probe for damage before each measuring operation!
Perception of the optical display may be impaired under adverse lighting conditions, e.g. direct sunlight.
In case of arbitrary mechanical deformation or modi
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cations of the measuring device’s electronic compo-
nents, the warranty will be void.
Be careful when handling
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ammable or caustic liquids. wear safety gloves, goggles and an apron. Only
measure in well-ventilated environments!
Only immerse the sensor head in the dead measuring media! The immersion depth may not undercut
10 mm or exceed 110 mm.
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