Hach DR 1900 User Manual

Hach DR 1900 User Manual

Vis spectrophotometer for hach and hach lange water analysis methods

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DOC022.53.80343
DR 1900
01/2014, Edition 1
User Manual

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  • Page 1 DOC022.53.80343 DR 1900 01/2014, Edition 1 User Manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Specifications ......................3 General information ....................4 Safety information ......................4 Use of hazard information .................... 4 Precautionary labels ....................4 Certification ........................5 Product overview ......................5 Product components ....................6 Installation ........................6 Install the batteries ....................... 7 Install the sample cell adapters ...................7 Install the protective cover ...................8 User interface and navigation ................8...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Do a stray light check ..................17 Do an instrument verification ...............18 Update the firmware ....................18 Maintenance .......................18 Clean the instrument ....................18 Clean the cell compartment ..................18 Clean the sample cells ....................18 Replace the batteries ....................19 Troubleshooting .......................19 Replacement parts and accessories...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Specification Details Measurement method VIS spectrophotometer for HACH and HACH LANGE water analysis methods Measurement mode Transmittance (%), Absorbance (Abs) and Concentration (Conc) Dimensions (W x D x H) 178 x 261 x 98 mm (7.0 x 10.3 x 3.8 in.)
  • Page 6: General Information

    General information In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in this manual and the products it describes at any time, without notice or obligation. Revised editions are found on the manufacturer’s website.
  • Page 7: Certification

    5. Try combinations of the above. Product overview The DR 1900 is a portable VIS spectrophotometer that measures in the wavelength range of 340 to 800 nm. The instrument is used to measure various parameters in drinking water, wastewater and industrial applications.
  • Page 8: Product Components

    2. If any items are missing or damaged, contact the instrument supplier or a sales representative immediately. Figure 2 Product components 1 DR 1900 4 Protective cover 2 Sample cell adapters (4x) 5 1-inch matched pair of rectangular sample cells...
  • Page 9: Install The Batteries

    Install the batteries W A R N I N G Explosion hazard. Incorrect battery installation can cause the release of explosive gases. Be sure that the batteries are of the same approved chemical type and are inserted in the correct orientation. Do not mix new and used batteries.
  • Page 10: Install The Protective Cover

    Figure 4 Sample cell adapters installation Install the protective cover If the instrument operates around bright lights, install the protective cover when the sample cell cover cannot be closed. Refer to Figure Figure 5 Protective cover installation User interface and navigation Keypad description Refer to Figure 6...
  • Page 11: Display Description

    Figure 6 Keypad description 1 BACKLIGHT: set the display illumination to on or off 4 RIGHT selection key (contextual): read sample, selects or confirms options, opens sub-menus 2 SETTINGS: select program or setup options, data 5 Navigation keys UP, DOWN, RIGHT, LEFT: scroll management through menus, enter numbers and letters 3 LEFT selection key (contextual): access for options,...
  • Page 12: Navigation

    Figure 7 Single screen display 1 Progress bar 8 Time and date 2 Program name and number 9 Read (contextual: OK, select, start, edit) 3 Reading value and unit 10 Zero (contextual: navigation keys UP, DOWN, RIGHT and LEFT arrows) 4 Wavelength 11 Options (contextual: cancel, back, stop, exit, store, select, deselect)
  • Page 13: Set The Date And Time

    Description Stored Programs/Methods and Stored programs and LCK or TNTplus methods are pre-programmed methods LCK or TNTplus Methods for Hach and Hach Lange methods. Refer to Select a stored program or LCK or TNTplus method on page 11. User Programs Methods can be developed and can be saved as a user program.
  • Page 14: Select Basic Program Options

    Select basic program options When a program is selected, additional parameter options are available. 1. Push Options to access the option menu. 2. Select the applicable options. Option Description Start Timer Select a pre-set timer or set a manual timer to make sure that the steps of an analysis are correctly timed (e.g., reaction times or wait times can be exactly specified).
  • Page 15: Select Single Wavelength Options

    Select Single Wavelength options 1. Push SETTINGS>Photometer Functions>Single Wavelength>Options>Advanced Options. 2. Select the applicable options. Option Description λ Select a wavelength between 340 to 800 nm. Default: 560 nm Concentration Select the applicable unit and enter the factor. Defaults: mg/L and 1.000 Resolution Select the resolution with the necessary number of decimal places.
  • Page 16: Use A Sample Id

    Option Description Create New Operator ID Enter a name for a new operator ID. A maximum of 50 names can be entered. Delete Operator ID Erase an existing operator ID. Use a sample ID The sample ID tag is used to associate readings with a particular sample or with a location. If assigned, stored data will include this ID.
  • Page 17: Add Or Delete A Favorite Program

    Option Description Add to Favorites Add the selected method and add it to favorites for faster access. Refer to Add or delete a favorite program on page 15. New Program Make a new user program. Edit Program Change and update an existing program. Remove Program Erase the selected user program.
  • Page 18: Instrument Information

    Option Description LEFT arrow Show the absorbance of each reading. DOWN arrow Toggle between Concentration, Absorbance and %Transmittance. Instrument information The instrument information menu shows specific information such as the instrument name, serial number, software version, database version, memory used and program availability. Push SETTINGS>Setup>Instrument Information.
  • Page 19: Do A System Check

    Do a system check The system check menu contains various performance tests. 1. Push SETTINGS>Setup>System Checks. 2. Select an option. Option Description Optical Checks The menu contains programs to examine the wavelength accuracy, absorbance accuracy and repeatability, stray light and to operate the verification kit. Refer to Optical checks on page 17.
  • Page 20: Do An Instrument Verification

    Do an instrument verification The verification kit is used for periodic monitoring of stray light, photometric accuracy and the wavelength accuracy of the instrument. The verification kit is an optional test filter set which contains six precision glass filters, target values and instructions. It is available as an aid to complete comprehensive in-house instrument checks.
  • Page 21: Replace The Batteries

    Most laboratory detergents are used at recommended concentrations. Neutral detergents, such as Liquinox, are safer to use when regular cleaning is necessary. To decrease the cleaning times, increase the temperature or use an ultrasonic bath. To complete the cleaning, rinse a few times with deionized water and then let the sample cell air dry.
  • Page 22: Replacement Parts

    Replacement parts Description Item no. Set of four sample cell adapters 9609800 Battery cover with four screws 9598000 Sample cell cover 9605000 Battery set, AA alkaline batteries (4x) 1938004 Dust cover 9609300 Protective cover 9596500 CD with manuals and procedures DOC082.97.80343 1-inch matched pair of rectangular sample cells (10 mL) 2495402...
  • Page 24 Thank you for reading this data sheet. For pricing or for further information, please contact us at our UK Office, using the details below. UK Office Keison Products, P.O. Box 2124, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3UP, England. Tel: +44 (0)330 088 0560 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808399 Email: sales@keison.co.uk...

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