Cond 3210 Overview Overview The Cond 3210 compact precision conductivity meter enables you to perform conductivity measurements quickly and reliably. The Cond 3210 provides the maximum degree of operating comfort, reliability and measuring certainty for all applications. The proven procedures for determining or adjusting the cell constant support your work with the conductivity meter.
Overview Cond 3210 Keypad ENTER Cond 3210 In this operating manual, keys are indicated by brackets <..> . The key symbol (e.g. <ENTER>) generally indicates a short keystroke (under 2 sec) in this operating manual. A long keystroke (approx. 2 sec) is indicated by the underscore behind the key symbol (e.g.
Cond 3210 Overview <ENTER>: Opens the menu for measurement settings / confirms E N T E R <ENTER >: entries Opens the menu for system settings <AR> Freezes the measured value (HOLD function) Switches the AutoRead measurement on or off Display ӕ...
Overview Cond 3210 Socket field Connectors: Conductivity measuring cell Service interface Caution Only connect measuring cells to the meter that cannot return any voltages or currents that are not allowed (> SELV and > current circuit with current limiting). Almost all customary measuring cells fulfill these conditions.
Cond 3210 Safety Safety This operating manual contains basic instructions that you must follow during the commissioning, operation and maintenance of the meter. Consequently, all responsible personnel must read this operating manual before working with the meter. The operating manual must always be available within the vicinity of the meter.
Safety Cond 3210 Authorized use Authorized use of the meter consists exclusively of the measurement of conductivity, resistivity, salinity, TDS (total dissolved solids) and temperature in a laboratory or field environment. The technical specifications as given in chapter 7 T...
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Safety datasheets of the chemical manufacturers. Caution In addition to the safety instructions mentioned here, also follow the safety instructions of the sensors used. The operating manuals of the sensors are available on the supplied CD and on the Internet under www.WTW.com. ba75794e04 04/2012...
Cond 3210 Commissioning Commissioning Scope of delivery Conductivity meter Cond 3210 4 batteries 1.5 V Mignon type AA Short instructions CD-ROM with detailed operating manual Initial commissioning Perform the following activities: Insert the supplied batteries ...
Commissioning Cond 3210 Note Alternatively, you can also use Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (type Mignon AA). In order to charge the batteries, an external charging device is required. Caution Make sure that the poles of the batteries are positioned correctly. ±...
Cond 3210 Operation Operation Switching on the meter Switching on Press the <On/Off> key. The meter performs a self-test. The display shows the manufacturer's logo while the self-test is being performed. The measured value display appears. ӕ 1417 µS/cm 25.0 °C...
An overview of the operating elements and the display is given in display section 1.1 and section 1.2. Operating modes, An overview of the operating modes and navigation of the Cond 3210 navigation is given in section 4.2.1 and section 4.2.2. 4.2.1 Operating modes The meter has the following operating modes: ...
Cond 3210 Operation 4.2.2 Navigation Measured value display In the measured value display, you can Open the respective measuring menu with <F1> (short keystroke). Open the Storage & config menu with the sensor-independent settings by pressing <F1 > (long keystroke, approx. 2 s).
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Operation Cond 3210 Functions Functions are designated by the name of the function. They are immediately carried out by confirming with <ENTER>. Example: Display the Calibration record function. ӕ Calibration record Calibration data storage Calibration interval 150 d 22.09.2008...
Cond 3210 Operation 4.2.3 Example 1 on navigation: Setting the language Press the <On/Off> key. The measured value display appears. The instrument is in the measuring mode. ӕ 1417 µS/cm 25.0 °C [Tr25][nLF][ 0.835 1/cm] 22.09.2008 Menu 08:00 Using <F1 >/[Menu] open the Storage &...
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Operation Cond 3210 System General Clock Service information Reset 22.09.2008 Back 08:00 Select the General submenu with <▲><▼>. The current selection is displayed with a frame. Open the General submenu with <ENTER>. General Language: Deutsch Beep Illumination Contrast 48 %...
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Cond 3210 Operation Confirm the setting with <ENTER>. The meter switches to the measuring mode. The selected language is active. ba75794e04 04/2012...
Operation Cond 3210 4.2.4 Example 2 on navigation: Setting the date and time The measuring instrument has a clock with a date function. The date and time are indicated in the status line of the measured value display. When storing measured values and calibrating, the current date and time are automatically stored as well.
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Cond 3210 Operation Change and confirm the setting with <▲><▼> and <ENTER>. The minutes are highlighted. Change and confirm the setting with <▲><▼> and <ENTER>. The seconds are highlighted. Change and confirm the setting with <▲><▼> and <ENTER>. The time is set.
Operation Cond 3210 Sensor-independent settings The Storage & config menu comprises the following settings: System (see section 4.3.1). Data storage (see section 4.3.2) 4.3.1 System Overview The following sensor-independent meter characteristics can be adjusted in the Storage & config/System menu: ...
For details, see section 4.6.2 4.3.2 Data storage This menu contains all functions to display, edit and erase stored measured values and calibration records. Note Detailed information on the storage functions of the Cond 3210 is given in section 4.5. ba75794e04 04/2012...
Operation Cond 3210 4.3.3 Automatic Stability control The automatic Stability control (AutoRead) function continuously checks the stability of the measurement signal. You can activate or switch off the automatic Stability control function (see section 4.4.4). The measured parameter flashes on the display ...
Cond 3210 Operation Conductivity 4.4.1 General information You can measure the following variables: Conductivity Specific resistance Salinity Total dissolved solids (TDS) The measuring instrument is supplied with the following functions: AutoRange (automatic switchover of the measurement range). If a...
Operation Cond 3210 4.4.2 Measuring You can carry out conductivity measurements as follows: Perform the preparatory activities according to section 4.4.1. Immerse the conductivity measuring cell in the test sample. ӕ 1417 µS/cm 25.0 °C [Tr25][nLF][ 0.835 1/cm] 22.09.2008 Menu...
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Cond 3210 Operation Stability control The stability control function (AutoRead) continually checks the stability (AutoRead ) of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable impact on the reproducibility of measured values. The measured parameter flashes on the display as soon as the measured value is outside the stability range ...
Operation Cond 3210 4.4.3 Temperature compensation The calculation of the temperature compensation is based on the preset reference temperature, 20 °C or 25 °C. It appears on the display as Tr20 or Tr25. You can select one of the following temperature compensation methods: ...
Cond 3210 Operation 4.4.4 Settings for conductivity measuring cells Overview The following settings are possible for conductivity measuring cells: Calibration record (display) Calibration interval Measuring cell/cell constant Reference temperature Temperature compensation TDS factor Unit of the temperature ...
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Operation Cond 3210 Menu item Possible Description setting Measurement / Measuring cell used Measuring cell / Measuring cells the cell Type constant of which is determined by calibration in the KCL control standard solution. Calibration ranges: 0.450 to 0.500 cm 0.800 to 0.880 cm...
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Cond 3210 Operation Menu item Possible Description setting Measurement / Measuring cell used Measuring cell / Measuring cells the cell Type constant of which is determined by calibration in the KCL control standard solution. Calibration ranges: 0.450 to 0.500 cm 0.800 to 0.880 cm...
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Operation Cond 3210 Menu item Possible Description setting Measurement / 0.000 ... Coefficient of the linear Temp. comp. (TC) / 3.000 %/K temperature compensation. Linear coeff. This setting is only available when the linear temperature compensation is set. Measurement / 20 °C...
Cond 3210 Operation 4.4.5 Determining the cell constant (calibration in control standard) Why determine the cell Aging slightly changes the cell constant, e. g. by coatings. As a result, constant? an inexact measured value is displayed. The original characteristics of the cell can often be restored by cleaning the cell.
Operation Cond 3210 Determining the cell For this calibration procedure, the Measuring cell setting must be set to constant cal in the measuring menu. Proceed as follows to determine the cell constant: Connect a conductivity measuring cell to the measuring instrument.
AutoRead criterion was met while storing (stable measured value). Otherwise, the AR display is missing. Calibration evaluation: +++, ++, +, -, or no evaluation Storage locations The Cond 3210 meter has a measurement data storage. Storage Maximum number of datasets Manual data storage...
Cond 3210 Operation 4.5.1 Manual storage You can transmit a measurement dataset to the data storage as follows. Press the <STO> key shortly. The menu for manual storage appears. Manual data storage 4 From 200 30.10.2008 11:24:16 pH 7.000 24.8 °C AR +++...
Operation Cond 3210 contents. Editing the data storage The storage is edited in the menu, Storage & config/ Data storage. To open the Storage & config menu, press the <F1 >[Menu] key in the measured value display. Open the manual storage directly with the <RCL>...
Cond 3210 Operation 4.5.3 Erasing the measurement data storage How to erase the measurement data storage is described in section 4.5.2 D ISPLAYING AND EDITING THE MEASUREMENT DATA STORAGE ba75794e04 04/2012...
Operation Cond 3210 Reset You can reset (initialize) all sensor settings and sensor-independent settings separately from each other. 4.6.1 Resetting the measurement settings Note The calibration data are reset to the default settings together with the measuring parameters. Recalibrate after performing a reset.
Cond 3210 Operation 4.6.2 Resetting the system settings The following system settings can be reset to the delivery status: Setting Default settings Language English Beep Contrast 50 % Illumination Switchoff time The system settings are reset in the menu, Storage & config / System / Reset.
Cond 3210 Maintenance, cleaning, disposal Maintenance, cleaning, disposal Maintenance The only maintenance activity required is replacing the batteries. Note See the relevant operating manuals of the measuring cells for instructions on maintenance. 5.1.1 Replacing the batteries Unscrew the two screws (1) on the underside of the meter.
Maintenance, cleaning, disposal Cond 3210 Close the battery compartment (2) and tighten the screws (1). Cleaning Occasionally wipe the outside of the measuring instrument with a damp, lint-free cloth. Disinfect the housing with isopropanol as required. Caution The housing is made of synthetic material (ABS). Thus, avoid contact with acetone or similar detergents that contain solvents.
Cond 3210 What to do if... What to do if... Error message, Cause Remedy – Measured value outside the – Use suitable measuring cell measuring range Error message, Cause Remedy Error – Measuring cell contaminated – Clean cell and replace it if necessary –...
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Cond 3210 Technical data Technical data General data Dimensions approx. 180 x 80 x 55 mm Weight approx. 0.4 kg Mechanical structure Type of protection IP 67 Electrical safety Protective class Test certificates CE, cETLus Ambient Storage - 25 °C ... + 65 °C...
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Cond 3210 Technical data Accuracy (± 1 digit) Parameter Accuracy Temperature of the test sample ρ ӕ and / temperature compensation None (Off) ± 0.5 % Nonlinear (nLF) ± 0.5 % 0 °C ... + 35 °C according to EN 27 888 ±...
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Technical data Cond 3210 FCC Class A Equipment Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Cond 3210 Lists Lists This chapter provides additional information and orientation aids. Specialist terms The glossary briefly explains the meaning of the specialist terms. However, terms that should already be familiar to the target group are not described here. Index The index will help you to find the topics that you are looking for.
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Lists Cond 3210 Reference Fixed temperature value to compare temperature-dependent temperature measured values. For conductivity measurements, the measured value is converted to a conductivity value at a reference temperature of 20 °C or 25 °C. Reset Restoring the original condition of all settings of a measuring system.
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Cond 3210 Lists Index Authorized use ..... . 10 Operational safety ....10 Automatic switch-off .
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