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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL ba75849e06 06/2013 ® photoLab 6100 VIS SPECTROPHOTOMETER...
  • Page 2 For the most recent version of the manual, please visit www.WTW.com. Copyright © Weilheim 2013, WTW GmbH Reproduction in whole - or even in part - is prohibited without the express written permission of WTW GmbH, Weilheim. Printed in Germany. ba75849e06 06/2013...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Contents ® photoLab 6100 VIS - Contents Overview ........5 Overview of the instrument .
  • Page 4 ® Contents photoLab 6100 VIS Maintenance and cleaning ..... . .31 Replacing the lamp ......31 Exchanging the buffer batteries .

  • Page 5: Overview

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Overview Overview Overview of the instrument Front of the instrument 1 Display 2 Keypad 3 Shaft for rectangular cells 4 Turn-up lid 5 Shaft for round cells 6 Cell shaft cover Fig. 1-1 Front of the instrument with operating elements Socket field on the rear panel 7 Connection for power pack...

  • Page 6: Keypad

    ® Overview photoLab 6100 VIS Keypad Overview 1 Function keys F1 to F4 (function menu-depending) 2 Alphanumeric keypad 3 Keys with dedicated function Fig. 1-3 Keypad Key functions The keys on the right side of the keypad have the following functions: Designation Functions <ON/OFF>...

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    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Overview Designation Functions <ESC> – Cancels the running action. Entries that have not yet been accepted are discarded. – Switches to the next higher menu level. <START·ENTER> – Starts an action (e.g. measurement) – Opens a selected menu –...

  • Page 8: Display

    ® Overview photoLab 6100 VIS Display Display element Concentration 04/16/07 9:52 1.92 mg/l 18: 14752 10 mm 0.05 - 3.00 mg/l Setup Citation form Unit Method list 1 Status line (current state, date and time) 2 Display range for menus and measurement results 3 Function keys menu Fig.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Safety instructions Safety instructions General safety Safety instructions in this operating manual are indicated by the warning instructions symbol (triangle) in the left column. The signal word (such as "caution") indicates the danger level: WARNING indicates instructions that must be followed precisely in order to prevent serious dangers to personnel.

  • Page 10: Handling Of Hazardous Substances

    If you are in any doubt, contact the supplier of your photometer. Handling of hazardous substances When developing test sets, WTW carefully sees that the tests can be carried out as safely as possible. Some hazards by dangerous substances, however, cannot always be avoided.

  • Page 11: Commissioning

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Commissioning Commissioning General notes on handling ® The photoLab 6100 VIS photometer is an optical precision meter. There- fore, it should always be handled with care, especially in mobile use. Always protect the meter from conditions that could damage the mechanical, optical and electronic components.

  • Page 12: Initial Commissioning

    ® Commissioning photoLab 6100 VIS Initial commissioning Perform the following activities:  Insert the buffer batteries (see section 3.2.1)  Connect the power supply (see section 3.2.2)  Switch on the photometer (see section 3.2.3)  Set the language (see section 3.2.3) ...

  • Page 13: Connecting The Power Supply

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Commissioning 3.2.2 Connecting the power supply The power is supplied via the enclosed plug-in power pack. The power pack supplies the photometer with low voltage (12 VDC). CAUTION The line voltage of the usage location must fulfill the specifications stated on the power pack (the specifications are also given in chapter 7 ).

  • Page 14: Set The Date And Time

    ® Commissioning photoLab 6100 VIS 3.2.4 Set the date and time During the initial commissioning, the instrument automatically guides you to the setting of the time and date after the setting of the language. The Date/Time menu is open. Date/Time 04/16/07 9:52 Date 04/16/2007...

  • Page 15: Operation

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Operation Operation Switching on or off the photometer Switching on 1 Switch the photometer on with <ON/OFF>. The display shows Self test 04/16/07 9:52 – the Self test dialog (if the user management is not active). Please make sure no cell is inserted and the cover is closed.
  • Page 16 ® Operation photoLab 6100 VIS Self test During the self-test, all cells must be removed and the cell shaft cover closed. The self-test includes: Self test 04/16/07 9:52 – the test of the memory, System test processor, internal interfaces, System test filter and lamp Filter test Lamp test...
  • Page 17 ® photoLab 6100 VIS Operation AutoCheck With the AutoCheck function the photometer checks and calibrates the optical measuring unit. The AutoCheck is automatically carried out if measurement settings were changed since the last measurement, e.g.:  if a different wavelength was selected or ...

  • Page 18: General Operating Principles

    ® Operation photoLab 6100 VIS General operating principles 4.2.1 Navigating with function keys and menus Main menu < > Press twice Function key Moves the selection down menu by 2 positions Press the F1 Funktion key ("Settings") Current selection in reverse video Opens the "Settings"...
  • Page 19 ® photoLab 6100 VIS Operation Use of the function The function keys F1 to F4 are below the display. Their functions change keys depending on the operating situation and mode. The current functions are displayed in the function key menu at the bottom edge of the display. Apart from navigation, the function keys are also used for other operations: ...

  • Page 20: Display Of Navigation Paths In Short Form

    ® Operation photoLab 6100 VIS 4.2.2 Display of navigation paths in short form In this operating manual, the introductory navigation steps leading to individual menus or dialogs are clearly shown in a gray box. The box indicates a section of the menu tree. Starting point of the description is always the main menu, which can be reached with the <HOME>...

  • Page 21: Entry Of Numerals, Letters And Characters

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Operation 4.2.3 Entry of numerals, letters and characters Numerals, letters, punctuation marks and special characters are entered with the alphanumeric keypad of the meter or using an external keyboard. The numerals and characters (expect for the small letters) assigned to the keys of the alphanumeric keypad are printed on the keys.

  • Page 22: Zero Adjustment

    Kinetics. With a zero adjustment, the absorbance of a cell filled with dis- tilled water ("zero cell") is measured and stored. Factory zero For all measurements with WTW test sets (Concentration mode), a factory adjustment for zero adjustment is available in the delivery condition. We recommend replac- concentration ing it with a zero adjustment of your own.
  • Page 23 ® photoLab 6100 VIS Operation Notes on zero Zero adjustment with round cells: adjustment  Only use clean, scratch-free round cells with distilled water. The minimum filling level is 25 mm. A ready zero cell is included in the scope of delivery of the photometer and PhotoCheck.
  • Page 24 ® Operation photoLab 6100 VIS The zero adjustment window pops Zero adjustment 04/16/07 9:52 Please insert zero cell (distilled water) or press <Start/Enter> 3 Close the inner turn-up lid. Zero cell (H O dist.) 4 Depending on the cell type, insert the zero cell as follows: Round cell: inner...
  • Page 25 ® photoLab 6100 VIS Operation Validity of the zero The data of the zero adjustment is stored in the photometer separately for adjustment each cell type. As long as the data is valid, it is automatically used again after a temporary change to a different cell type. The validity depends on the respective mode: Mode Validity of the zero adjustment...

  • Page 26: Measuring In Concentration Mode

    ® Operation photoLab 6100 VIS Measuring in Concentration mode 4.4.1 Measuring cell tests with barcode <HOME> Concentration Inserting a cell with barcode starts Concentration 04/16/07 9:52 a measurement. Please select method for measuring or insert a barcoded cell or insert AutoSelector. If a cell without barcode is used: Select a method.

  • Page 27: Measuring Reagent Tests With Autoselector

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Operation 4.4.2 Measuring reagent tests with AutoSelector <HOME> Concentration The method is selected by Concentration 04/16/07 9:52 inserting the AutoSelector. Please select method for measuring or insert a barcoded cell or insert AutoSelector. Setup Method list Last method New Method The photometer is ready to...
  • Page 28 ® Operation photoLab 6100 VIS 3 Open the inner turn-up lid. 4 Insert the rectangular cell vertically so it touches the bottom and left edge of the cell shaft. The opaque sides of the rectangular cell must point to the front and back.

  • Page 29: Measuring The Absorbance / % Transmission

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Operation Measuring the Absorbance / % Transmission 4.5.1 General information The absorbance or transmission respectively is measured without the use of any methods or profiles. All settings are configured during measurement. Measuring against The absorbance or transmission can alternatively be measured against the the Reference absorbance of the zero adjustment or against a Reference absorbance absorbance...
  • Page 30 ® Operation photoLab 6100 VIS Rectangular cell: Open the inner turn-up lid. Insert the rectangular cell vertically so it touches the bottom and left edge of the cell shaft. The opaque sides of the rectangular cell must point to the front and back.

  • Page 31: Maintenance And Cleaning

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Maintenance and cleaning Maintenance and cleaning Replacing the lamp Service life of the The tungsten halogen lamp is a wear part with a certain average service life tungsten halogen (see chapter 7 T ). It has to be replaced if defective. The ECHNICAL DATA lamp photometer has a service hour counter for the lamp module.
  • Page 32 ® Maintenance and cleaning photoLab 6100 VIS 3 Disconnect the electrical plug connection (3). Disconnecting it might take a lot of effort. 4 Unscrew the two knurled-head screws (4) and remove the defective lamp module (5). 5 Fix the new lamp module with the knurled-head screws.

  • Page 33: Exchanging The Buffer Batteries

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Maintenance and cleaning Exchanging the buffer batteries CAUTION Danger of explosion at improper exchange of batteries. Only use leakproof alkaline manganese batteries. Note If you leave the photometer switched on during the exchange or insert the new batteries within a minute after taking out the old ones, the date and time are retained in the photometer.

  • Page 34: Cleaning

    ® Maintenance and cleaning photoLab 6100 VIS Cleaning Especially after a cell has broken or after a reagents accident, the photometer should immediately be cleaned (see also section 6.1 A CTIONS IN THE CASE OF A BROKEN CELL 5.3.1 Cleaning the enclosure CAUTION The housing components are made out of synthetic materials (ABS, PMMA and PC).

  • Page 35: Cleaning The Detector Lens

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Maintenance and cleaning 5.3.3 Cleaning the detector lens Normally, it is not required to clean the detector lens routinely. Cleaning the detector lens can be necessary in the following cases:  If the lens is visibly smudged, e.g. after a cell has broken or after a reagent accident (see also section 6.1 A CTIONS IN THE CASE OF A BROKEN CELL ...
  • Page 36 ® Maintenance and cleaning photoLab 6100 VIS ba75849e06 06/2013...

  • Page 37: What To Do If

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS What to do if ... What to do if ... Actions in the case of a broken cell WARNING Cells can contain dangerous substances. If the contents are released, follow the safety instructions of the package insert. If necessary, take corresponding protective measures (protective goggles, protective gloves etc.).

  • Page 38: Error Causes And Remedies

    ® What to do if ... photoLab 6100 VIS Cleaning the The detector lens is on the front left detector lens side of the rectangular cell shaft (pos. 1). 1 Switch off the photometer. 1 Cut off one end of a customary cotton swab (approx.
  • Page 39 ® photoLab 6100 VIS What to do if ... Self-test does not Cause Remedy start. – A cell is inserted in one of the cell – Remove the cell The instrument shafts displays – Then press the Please remove cell <START·ENTER>...
  • Page 40 ® What to do if ... photoLab 6100 VIS Self test failed. Cause Remedy – System test: Instrument defective – Return instrument to service department – Filter test: Instrument defective – Return instrument to service department – Lamp test: – If no light leaks out at the rear –...

  • Page 41: Technical Data

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Technical data Technical data Measurement characteristics Measuring principle Single-beam spectrophotometer Light source Lamp type Tungsten halogen lamp Average lifetime approx. 1000 h Monochromator Type Grating monochromator with step motor Wavelength range 320 - 1100 nm Max. scan speed approx.
  • Page 42 ® Technical data photoLab 6100 VIS Usable cells Round cells – Outer diameter: 16 mm – Inner diameter: 13.6 mm – Flat cell bottom Rectangular cells * – Path length: 10 mm, 20 mm and 50 mm – Maximum width: 12.6 mm Minimum filling level 20 mm Minimum filling volume...
  • Page 43  Concentration Measuring modes – Measurement with permanently programmed methods, adjusted to the WTW test set program – Automatic method selection if test sets with barcodes are used – Program support for the creation of additional user-defined methods (max. 100) –...

  • Page 44: Measured Value Documentation And Quality Assurance

    ® Technical data photoLab 6100 VIS Measured value documentation and quality assurance Memory for Memory capacity – 1000 single measured values from the measured values measuring modes: concentration, absorbance / % transmission and multi wavelengths – 4 MByte internal memory, sufficient for approx.

  • Page 45: General Meter Data

    ® photoLab 6100 VIS Technical data General meter data Dimensions 404 x 197 x 314 mm (width x height x depth) Weight approx. 4.5 kg (without plug-in power supply) Housing type of IP 30 protection Electrical protective class Test mark CE, cETLus Allowed Temperature...
  • Page 46 ® Technical data photoLab 6100 VIS  Drain for spilled cell contents Other features  Photometer software update and method data update possible via Internet ba75849e06 06/2013...
  • Page 48 For more information on how Xylem can help you, go to www.xyleminc.com Wissenschaftlich-Technische Werkstätten GmbH Dr.-Karl-Slevogt-Straße 1 D-82362 Weilheim Germany Tel: +49 881 183-0 Fax: +49 881 183-420 E-Mail: info@wtw.com Internet: www.wtw.com...

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