Introduction; Delivery Contents; Safety Information; Warning Symbols - PCE Instruments PCE-PHD 1 Manual

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a PCE-PHD 1 meter from PCE Instruments.
This portable pH meter can test the pH value of water, as well as conductivity, temperature and the
oxygen content. The meter is delivered with an integrated conductivity sensor and a pH sensor. You can
store all values on an SD card (up to 16 GB) in Excel format and also transfer them to a computer using
the RS-232 interface. A three-point calibration and automatic temperature compensation guarantee a
high degree of accuracy even with variable temperature measurements.
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Delivery contents

1 x pH meter PCE-PHD 1, 1 x pH electrode, 1 x conductivity electrode, 1 x SD memory card, 1 x card
reader, 6 x batteries and user's manual
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Safety information

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Warning symbols

General warning. Urgently consult the documentation.
Operating voltage is under its set point. Change batteries to avoid faulty measurements.
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Safety precautions

Please read this user's manual carefully and completely before you use it for the first time. The device
may only be used by qualified personnel. There is no warranty of damages caused by non-observance of
the manual.
- Non-observance of the manual may be dangerous for the user or cause destruction of the device.
- The device may only be used in approved temperature and humidity range. Direct exposure to sunlight
or moisture (e. g. wet hands) must be avoided.
- The opening of the case should only be done by qualified personnel of PCE Instruments.
- The instrument should never be placed with the user interface facing an object (e.g. keyboard side on a
table).
- You must not make any technical changes to the device.
- The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth / use only pH-neutral cleaner, no abrasives or
solvents.
- The meter may only be used with the accessories offered by PCE Instruments or equivalent.
- Before using the device, check the case and the test leads for visible damage. If you find damage, do
not use the device.
- The appliance must not be used in potentially explosive atmospheres.
- If the battery is flat (which is indicated by the battery indicator), do not use the meter as faulty
measurements can cause life-threatening situations. You can carry on after replacing the batteries.
- Check for proper functionality by measuring a known quantity.
- It is very urgent that you do not exceed the set points stated in the specifications.
- Before opening the case in order to replace the battery or fuse, remove all test leads to avoid an electric
shock.
- When you do not use the device for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage caused by
leakage of the battery.
This user's manual is published by PCE Instruments without any guarantee.
We expressly refer to our general guarantee terms, they can be found in our general terms of business.
If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments.
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