Horiba Scientific LAQUAact-PH110 Instruction Manual

Horiba Scientific LAQUAact-PH110 Instruction Manual

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pH/ORP/Ion Meter
LAQUAact-PH110
LAQUAact-PH120
LAQUAact-PH130
Portable pH ・ Water Quality Meter

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual pH/ORP/Ion Meter LAQUAact-PH110 LAQUAact-PH120 LAQUAact-PH130 Portable pH ・ Water Quality Meter...
  • Page 3 Preface ■ This manual describes the operation of the following instrument. Brand (pet name): LAQUAact ⋅ Series name: Portable pH Water Quality Meter Model: LAQUAact-PH100, LAQUAact-PH120, LAQUAact-PH130 Model description: pH/ORP/Ion Meter Be sure to read this manual before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of the product.
  • Page 4 Regulations Regulations ■ ● EU regulations ●Conformable standards This equipment conforms to the following standards: EMC: EN61326-1 Class B, Basic electromagnetic environment Safety: EN61010-1 RoHS: EN50581 9. Monitoring and control instruments Warning: This product is not intended for use in industrial environments. In an industrial environment, electromagnetic environmental effects may cause the incorrect performance of the product in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
  • Page 5 Regulations ● FCC rules Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance shall void the user's authority to operate the equipment. ●Warning 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.
  • Page 6 Regulations ● China regulation Meaning of Marking This marking is applied to electric and electronic products sold in the People's Republic of China. The figure at the center of the marking indicates the environmental protection use period in years. (It does not indicate a product guarantee period.) It guarantees that the product will not cause environment pollution nor serious influence on human body and property within the period of the indicated years which is counted from...
  • Page 7 Regulations Name and amount of hazardous substance used in a product Hazardous substance Hexa- Poly Poly Unit name Cad- valent bromo- Lead bromo- cury mium chrom- diphenyl (Pb) biphenyl (Hg) (Cd) ether (PBB) (Cr (VI)) (PBDE) Main unit Battery *1, *2 AC adapter Cable Stand...
  • Page 8: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety For Your Safety ■ ● Hazard classification and warning symbols Warning messages are described in the following manner. Read the messages and follow the instructions carefully. ●Hazard classification This indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This is to be limited to the most extreme situations.
  • Page 9 For Your Safety ● [FRA] Informations de sécurité Veillez à lire le présent manuel avant d’utiliser le produit de manière à garantir son utili- sation correcte et sûre. De même, rangez le manuel dans un lieu sûr de manière à pou- voir vous y reporter lorsque cela est nécessaire.
  • Page 10 For Your Safety ● [SPA] Información de seguridad Asegúrese de leer este manual antes de utilizar el producto para garantizar un uso correcto y seguro del mismo. Asimismo, guarde de forma segura el manual para que esté disponible siempre que sea necesario. El contenido de este manual están sujetos a cambios sin previo aviso.
  • Page 11 For Your Safety ● [NLD] Veiligheidsinformatie Lees deze handleiding voordat u dit product gebruikt zodat u het op de juiste manier en veilig kunt gebruiken. Bewaar de handleiding goed zodat u hem wanneer nodig kunt raadplegen. De inhoud van deze handleiding kunnen zonder voorafgaande kennisgeving worden gewijzigd.
  • Page 12 For Your Safety ● Safety precautions This section provides precautions for using the product safely and correctly and to prevent injury and damage. The terms of DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION indicate the degree of imminency and hazardous situation. Read the precautions carefully as it contains important safety messages.
  • Page 13 For Your Safety ●Battery WARNING Keep batteries out of reach of children. If someone accidentally swallows a battery, consult a doctor immediately. If alkaline fluid from a battery gets into the eyes, do not rub the eyes, rinse with clean water immediately and then consult a doctor. Contact with alkaline fluid could cause blindness.
  • Page 14: Product Handling Information

    Product Handling Information Product Handling Information ■ ● Operational precautions (instrument) ・Only use the product including accessories for their intended purpose. ・Do not drop, crash, or give any physical impact on the instrument. ・The instrument is made of solvent-resistant materials but that does not mean it is resistant to all chemicals.
  • Page 15 Product Handling Information − ・A Ni MH rechargeable battery can be used in this instrument, but the battery used in the instrument cannot be charged using the AC adapter. ● Operational precautions (battery) ・Do not short-circuit a battery. − ・Set the side of the battery correctly.
  • Page 16: Manual Information

    Manual Information Manual Information ■ ● Description in this manual Note This interprets the necessary points for correct operation and notifies the important points for handling the product. Reference This indicates the part where to refer for information. This indicates reference information. Description of this manual uses the screen display of LAQUAact-PH130.
  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    Contents ■ Preface...................I ■ Regulations ................II ■ For Your Safety..............VI ■ Product Handling Information......... XII ■ Manual Information ............XIV Part Names and Basic Operation ........1 ■ Names of each part .............2 ● Instrument..................2 ● Identification of manufacturing date .........3 ●...
  • Page 18 Contents ● Performing measurement ............33 ● Saving measured value............34 ■ mV, ORP measurement .............35 ● Switching between absolute value and relative value ..35 ● Performing measurement ............36 ● Saving measured value............37 ■ Ion concentration measurement ........38 ●...
  • Page 19 Contents ■ Other settings ..............75 ● Printing measured values and calibration data .....75 ● Transferring saved data to a PC ..........79 ● Operating the instrument from an external device ....80 Maintenance ............... 81 ● Contact for maintenance ............81 ● Maintenance and storage of the instrument......81 ●...
  • Page 20 Contents ● Repeatability of the measured value is poor ......93 ● Nothing appears when the power is turned ON..... 94 ● Swelling of operation key sheet ..........94 ● Part of the display is missing ..........94 Appendix................95 ■...
  • Page 21: Part Names And Basic Operation

    Part Names and Basic Operation This section describes the name of each part and the main role, function, and basic operation method of each part. ■ Names of each part..............2 ● Instrument....................2 ● Identification of manufacturing date ........... 3 ●...
  • Page 22: Names Of Each Part

    Names of each part Names of each part ■ ● Instrument * : LAQUAact-PH130 only **: LAQUAact-PH120 and LAQUAact-PH130 only Name Function Display Displays the measured value and set value and so on. Used for instrument operation. Operation keys (LIGHT key: LAQUAact-PH120 and LAQUAact- PH130 only) Connects the BNC connector of the electrode.
  • Page 23: Identification Of Manufacturing Date

    Names of each part ● Identification of manufacturing date Manufacturing date can be identified from MFG No. described in the ID label on the backside of the instrument. Third number from the left in the MFG No. indicates manufacturing year. Forth alphabet from the left in the MFG No.
  • Page 24: Display

    Names of each part ● Display •LAQUAact-PH130 Two electrodes can be connected to measure two parameters at the same time with LAQUAact-PH130. The display is divided into the main screen and the sub screen, and you can select the channel displayed on the main screen. The selected channel can be identified with an icon.
  • Page 25 Unit display area This is displayed in the main screen and the sub screen, respectively. •LAQUAact-PH110, LAQUAact-PH120 Only one electrode can be connected to measure with LAQUAact-PH110 and LAQUAact-PH120. The screen configuration is different from LAQUAact-PH130. Name Function Displays the current operation mode, electrode...
  • Page 26 Names of each part Name Function Measured value, set item Displays the measured value and the set value. display area Standard solution When calibrating pH standard solution, the calibration history icon corresponding icon lights. Displays the unit for the measurement parameter Unit display area and the display item.
  • Page 27: Operation Key

    Names of each part ● Operation key Name Function Changes the operation mode to the measurement mode during operation in a different mode. MEAS key Releases the fixed measurement value mode in the auto hold mode. Changes from the measurement mode to the calibration CAL key mode.
  • Page 28: Basic Operation

    Basic operation Basic operation ■ ● Function layer The function layer of the data mode and setting mode is shown as below. "dX" and "PXX" indicates the program number which is shown in the screen of the instrument. • Data mode Screen Layer Description...
  • Page 29 P1: PH pH measurement settings P11: BUF Selection of standard solution type for calibration: USA, NIST, CUST (LAQUAact-PH110: USA, NIST) P12: CAL DATA Calibration data display P13: CAL ALR Calibration alarm setting: 1 day to 400 days* P14: CAL CLR...
  • Page 30 Basic operation Note PXX indicates the program number and is shown on the screen of instrument. The indication of screen shown in this manual is based on LAQUAact-PH130. The program numbers of LAQUAact-PH110 and LAQUAact-PH120 are different from those of LAQUAact-PH130.
  • Page 31: Changing The Operation Mode

    Basic operation ● Changing the operation mode Change the operation mode from four available modes depending on the purpose of use. The status icon indicates the current mode. You can change the operation mode using the corresponding key. However changing to the calibration mode, data mode, or setting mode is possible only from the measurement mode.
  • Page 32: Switching The Displays

    Basic operation ● Switching the displays Switch the channel between the main screen and the sub screen. In the measurement mode, pressing the keys can switch the channels between the main screen and the sub screen. When performing calibration or setting, switch the display to show the desired channel (measurement parameter) on the main screen.
  • Page 33: Using The Backlight

    Basic operation ● Using the backlight When it is difficult to see the screen in a dark location, you can turn on the backlight by pressing the key. If the backlight is not operated for 5 minutes, it automatically turns off.
  • Page 34: Saving Measurement Data In The Internal Memory

    Note If the data saved reaches 100 (LAQUAact-PH110) or 1000 (LAQUAact-PH120 and LAQUAact-PH130) data items, an error occurs and "ERR No. 0010" is displayed. Copy or transfer necessary data to a PC and delete the data from the memory ("Deleting all saved...
  • Page 35: Measurement

    Measurement This section describes the basic measuring method of each measurement parameter ■ Preparation ................. 16 ● Confirmation before starting measurement ........16 ● Turning ON the instrument..............17 ● Connecting an electrode ..............20 ■ pH measurement................ 21 ● Setting the instrument ................ 21 ●...
  • Page 36: Preparation

    Preparation Preparation ■ ● Confirmation before starting measurement ・ Have you prepared the appropriate electrode for the measurement parameter? ⇒ If not, purchase the appropriate electrode. ・ Is the prepared electrode in good condition? ⇒ If the responsive part is stained or damaged, it may not be possible to obtain  ...
  • Page 37: Turning On The Instrument

    Preparation ● Turning ON the instrument • Inserting the batteries This instrument is operated by batteries. You can use AAA alkaline batteries or AAA Ni- MH rechargeable batteries. Perform the following procedure to insert batteries in the instrument. 1. Turn the knob on the battery cover on the back of the instrument counterclockwise to unlock the battery cover.
  • Page 38 Preparation • Using the AC adapter (option) It is possible to use the AC adapter to operate the instrument. Perform the following procedure to connect AC adapter to the instrument. The AC adapter is an option. To purchase it, contact your dealer. (Refer to "Options" (page 98).) 1.
  • Page 39 Preparation • Pressing the POWER key After setting the batteries or connecting the AC adapter, press the key over 1 second. The LCD is fully displayed for 1 second, and the screen displays the version number of software and the model, and then displays the measurement mode. Note ・...
  • Page 40: Connecting An Electrode

    Preparation ● Connecting an electrode To perform measurement, it is necessary use the appropriate electrode for measurement parameters. Recommended electrodes for each measured sample are listed in our product catalog and on our website. Refer to them when preparing electrodes. Use the following procedure to correctly connect the electrode to the instrument.
  • Page 41: Ph Measurement

    pH measurement pH measurement ■ You can measure the pH of the sample with a pH electrode. Use a combination electrode incorporating a glass electrode and a reference electrode for measurement. A single glass electrode cannot be used with this instrument. ●...
  • Page 42 pH measurement In the case of "ATC", you can calibrate the temperature sensor (refer to "Calibrating temperature sensor" (page 63)). 3. In the case of "MTC", enter the temperature to be compensated for and press key to confirm. Enter a number To return to the measurement mode, press the key.
  • Page 43 pH measurement • Setting the standard solution used for calibration (default: USA) Set the standard solution used for calibration. With this instrument, you can choose from 3 types, USA, NIST, and CUST (the standard solution other than USA and NIST). Set according to the standard solution to be used.
  • Page 44 pH measurement 4. Press the keys to select "USA", "NIST", or "CUST" (LAQUAact-PH120 and LAQUAact-PH130 only) according to the standard solution to be used and then press the key to confirm selection. Select "USA" and press the (Ex.: "USA" is selected) To return to the measurement mode, press the key.
  • Page 45: Performing Calibration

    pH measurement ● Performing calibration Calibration is necessary to measure pH accurately. We recommend performing calibration once a day, before the first measurement. According to the following procedure, perform calibration accurately. Note ・ Perform two-point calibration using pH 7 and pH 4 when you know that the sample is acidic;...
  • Page 46 pH measurement 5. Press the key or key. Calibration to the standard solution value at the measured temperature is performed. The 1st point calibration ends and "7" calibration history icon lights, indicating that pH 7 calibration is complete. The display automatically returns to the measurement screen. Stabilized key or 6.
  • Page 47 pH measurement key or Two-point calibration is complete. When calibrating three points or more, use the same procedure to continue calibrating the 3rd and subsequent points after the 2nd point calibration. You can calibrate up to five points. Also, you can inspect repeatability using the pH 7 standard solution. About the repeatability inspection procedure, refer to "Inspecting repeatability"...
  • Page 48 pH measurement • Inspecting repeatability You can inspect repeatability using the pH 7 standard solution by returning to the calibration screen after calibration and ends and pressing the key. Measure the pH 7 standard solution by using the calibrated electrode to display the absolute value of the difference between the measured value and standard solution value.
  • Page 49 pH measurement 6. Press the key to start inspection. "REP" (repeatability) is shown and display changes to the measurement mode. Stabilized...
  • Page 50 pH measurement • pH standard solution setting is CUST This section describes the procedure for two-point calibration. CUST can only be selected for LAQUAact-PH120 and LAQUAact-PH130. 1. Clean the pH electrode with pure water (or deionized water) and wipe it with filter paper or tissue paper.
  • Page 51 pH measurement key or Enter a number 6. Perform the 2nd point calibration. As with the step 1., clean the pH electrode and immerse it in the 2nd standard solution. As with the step 3., immerse at least 3 cm from the tip of the pH electrode.
  • Page 52 pH measurement key or Enter a number Two-point calibration is complete. When calibrating three points or more, use the same procedure to continue calibrating the 3rd and subsequent points after the 2nd calibration. You can calibrate up to five points. Note •...
  • Page 53: Performing Measurement

    pH measurement ● Performing measurement You can perform measurement in the measurement mode by immersing the pH electrode in the sample. You can use the automatic hold function to judge the stability of the measured value. The automatic hold function has two modes, the auto stability mode and the auto hold mode.
  • Page 54: Saving Measured Value

    pH measurement • Auto stability mode If the measurement pH value does not fulfill the stability condition, the fixed value is released. When the measured value fulfill the stability condition again, the measured value is fixed. • Auto hold mode Press the key to release the fixed measured value.
  • Page 55: Mv, Orp Measurement

    mV, ORP measurement mV, ORP measurement ■ You can measure the electromotive force between the electrode and the sample by using a pH electrode. The mV value can be used to understand the status of the electrode in the mV measurement. You can measure the ORP (oxidation-reduction potential) of the sample by using an ORP electrode in the ORP measurement.
  • Page 56: Performing Measurement

    mV, ORP measurement ● Performing measurement You can perform measurement in the measurement mode by immersing the pH electrode in the sample. Also, you can use the automatic hold function to judge the stability of the measured value. The automatic hold function has two modes, the auto stability mode and the auto hold mode.
  • Page 57: Saving Measured Value

    mV, ORP measurement Note • The criteria of stability judgment in the automatic hold measurement are as follows. Potential variation for 10 seconds is less than 1 mV and temperature variation is less than 2.0°C • If the measured value is below the display range, "Ur" (under) appears. If the measured value is above the display range, "Or"...
  • Page 58: Ion Concentration Measurement

    Ion concentration measurement Ion concentration measurement ■ You can measure the concentration of a specific ion with an ion electrode. On this instrument, use only a combination electrode incorporating a reference electrode. A single electrode, which is for use with a reference electrode, cannot be used.
  • Page 59: Setting The Instrument

    Ion concentration measurement ● Setting the instrument • Setting the temperature display Because the ion electrode is not equipped with a temperature sensor, the temperature electrode must be connected in order to use the automatic temperature measurement function. When measuring ion concentration, the temperature sensor on the electrode measures the sample temperature and displays it on the instrument.
  • Page 60 Ion concentration measurement 3. In the case of "MTC", enter the temperature to be compensated for and press key to confirm. Enter a number To return to the measurement mode, press the key.
  • Page 61 Ion concentration measurement • Setting the ion concentration unit (default: mg/L) According to the purpose, you can select the unit of ion concentration from either mg/L, g/L, mmol/L, mol/L, or μg/L. 1. Press the key to change to the setting mode. 2.
  • Page 62 Ion concentration measurement (Ex.: "mg/L" is selected) To return to the measurement mode, press the key. Note • Be sure to set the unit before performing calibration, as the calibration calculation varies depending on the unit and ion valency. If not, incorrect measurement values may result. After changing the unit or ion valency of the sample, change the setting as appropriate for the ion valency of the sample and recalibrate prior to performing measurement.
  • Page 63 Ion concentration measurement • Setting the ion valency of sample (default: 1) Because the calculation formula varies depending on the type of ion, the ion valency must be set. Select the calculation formula according to the type of sample solution to be measured.
  • Page 64 Ion concentration measurement 4. Press the keys to select the ion valency and press the key to confirm. (Ex.: "1" is selected) To return to the measurement mode, press the key. Note • Be sure to set the ion valency before performing calibration, as the calibration calculation varies depending on the unit and ion valency.
  • Page 65: Performing Calibration

    Ion concentration measurement ● Performing calibration Calibration is necessary to measure ion concentration. We recommend performing calibration once a day, before measurement. According to the following procedure, perform calibration accurately. To prepare the standard solution, refer to the instruction manual for the ion electrode. Conditioning of the electrode is necessary when the electrode has not been used for a long time.
  • Page 66 Ion concentration measurement 3. Perform the 1st point calibration. Immerse at least 3 cm from the tip of the ion electrode in the standard solution. Make sure that the responsive membrane is immersed. 4. Press the key to enter the calibration mode.
  • Page 67 Ion concentration measurement 6. Press the key or key. Calibration to the set standard solution value is performed. The 1st point calibration ends and "1" calibration history icon lights, indicating that 1st point calibration is complete. key or 7. Perform the 2nd point calibration. As with the step 1., clean the ion electrode and immerse it in the 2nd standard solution.
  • Page 68 Ion concentration measurement When calibrating three points or more, use the same procedure to continue calibrating the 3rd and subsequent points after the 2nd point calibration. You can calibrate up to five points. Note • If calibration of any standard solution is performed again, only the value of calibrated solution is updated.
  • Page 69: Performing Measurement

    Ion concentration measurement ● Performing measurement You can perform measurement in the measurement mode by immersing the ion electrode in the sample. Also, you can use the automatic hold function to judge the stability of the measured value. The automatic hold function has two modes, the auto stability mode and the auto hold mode.
  • Page 70: Saving Measured Value

    Ion concentration measurement Note • The criteria of stability judgment in the auto hold measurement are as follows. Potential variation for 10 seconds is less than 1 mV and temperature variation is less than 2.0°C • If the measured value is below the display range, "Ur" (under) appears. If the measured value is above the display  ...
  • Page 71: Using Various Functions

    Using Various Functions This section describes functions available in this instrument. ■ Data functions............52 ● Displaying saved data................. 52 ● Using the automatic data save............53 ● Deleting all saved data................ 56 ■ Measurement setting..........58 ● Displaying the latest calibration and inspection data ..... 58 ●...
  • Page 72: Data Functions

    Data functions Data functions ■ ● Displaying saved data You can display the data saved in the internal memory. This function is available for LAQUAact-PH120 and LAQUAact-PH130. 1. Press the key to enter the data mode. 2. Press the keys to select "DATA OUT" (display saved data) and then press key.
  • Page 73: Using The Automatic Data Save

    Data functions ● Using the automatic data save This function saves the data in the internal memory of the instrument at the specified interval automatically. While using this function, auto stability and hold mode are not available and the automatic power off setting is disabled. If the batteries run out while using the automatic data save function, the data saved until just before the batteries run out.
  • Page 74 Data functions 4. Enter the period of saving in minutes and press the key. A period from 0 min to 3600 min can be set. "0" indicates no period. Enter a number Enter a number 5. Press the key to enter the measurement mode.
  • Page 75 Data functions 6. Pressing the key starts saving the data (when the setting is "ON"). Pressing the key again stops the data saving process. During automatic data saving measurement, data is displayed for one second each time a measurement takes place. When more than 1000 data items are saved, "ERR No. 0010" is displayed and data saving is stopped.
  • Page 76: Deleting All Saved Data

    Data functions ● Deleting all saved data Delete all data saved in the internal memory. Data cannot be deleted selectively. Copy or transfer the data to a PC for storage if necessary. 1. Press the key to enter the data mode. 2.
  • Page 77 Data functions 3. Select "YES" to delete the saved data, or select "NO" to cancel deleting it. And then press the key to confirm. When "YES" is selected, "END" appears after deletion is complete. Selected "YES" and press the To return to the measurement mode, press the key.
  • Page 78: Measurement Setting

    Measurement setting Measurement setting ■ ● Displaying the latest calibration and inspection data You can display the latest pH or ion calibration data and repeatability inspection data (ion: LAQUAact-PH130 only). 1. Press the key to enter the setting mode. 2. Press the keys to select the component to confirm the data from "pH"...
  • Page 79 Measurement setting 3. Press the keys to select "CAL DATA" (display calibration data) and then press the key. The electrode status based on the calibration result is displayed. You can change the display item among "OFS" (asymmetry potential) to SLP (sensitivity) to REP (repeatability) by pressing the keys.
  • Page 80: Using The Calibration Interval Alarm (Default: Off)

    Measurement setting ● Using the calibration interval alarm (default: OFF) If calibration has not been performed for set period of time after last calibration is performed, "ERR No. 0008" is displayed to prevent forgetting to perform calibration. When the error is displayed, performing calibration clears the error. This function is available for LAQUAact-PH120 and LAQUAact-PH130.
  • Page 81: Deleting Calibration Data

    Measurement setting ● Deleting calibration data Delete the calibration data set in the instrument. 1. Press the key to enter the setting mode. 2. Press the keys to select the component to confirm the data from "pH" or "ION" and press the key.
  • Page 82 Measurement setting 4. Select "YES" to delete the calibration data, or select "NO" to cancel deleting it. And then press the key to confirm selection. When "YES" is selected and is pressed, "END" appears after deletion is complete. Selected "YES" and press the To return to the measurement mode, press the key.
  • Page 83: Temperature Settings

    Temperature settings Temperature settings ■ ● Calibrating temperature sensor The temperature sensor or temperature compensation electrode in the combination electrode has ±1°C accuracy without calibration. You can use a known temperature solution to calibrate the temperature sensor. 1. Insert the temperature connector into the temperature connector (T) on the instrument.
  • Page 84 Temperature settings To return to the measurement mode, press the key. Note When initializing temperature calibration data, all settings need to be initialized. Perform initialization by referring to "Resetting to factory default settings" (page 69). When initialization is performed, all saved data is deleted. Copy or transfer necessary data to a PC for storage.
  • Page 85: General Settings

    General settings General settings ■ ● Setting the auto stability and auto hold function This instrument has auto stability mode and auto hold mode. • Auto stability mode (displayed as AS) When the criterion for stability judgment is fulfilled during measurement, the component icon lights and the measured value is fixed.
  • Page 86 General settings 4. Select "AS" to set the auto stability, or select "AH" to set the auto hold. And then press the key to confirm selection. Selected "AS" and press To return to the measurement mode, press the key. Note In the calibration mode, the auto stability mode always works.
  • Page 87: Changing The Automatic Power Off Setting (Default: 30 Min)

    General settings ● Changing the automatic power off setting (default: 30 min) You can set the instrument to automatically turn OFF when there is no key operation for a certain period of time. This function is disabled during automatic data memory saving or remote operation using an external device.
  • Page 88 General settings 4. Enter the automatic power off time and press the key. The setting range is 0 min to 30 min. "0" indicates the automatic power off is "OFF." Enter a number To return to the measurement mode, press the key.
  • Page 89: Resetting To Factory Default Settings

    General settings ● Resetting to factory default settings The instrument settings can be reset to the factory default settings. The calibration data is deleted but the data of date and time, and the saved data are not deleted. Make sure there will be no problems before using this function.
  • Page 90 General settings 4. Select "YES" to initialize the settings to the factory default settings, or select "NO" to cancel initialization. And then press the key to confirm selection. When "YES" is selected, "END" appears after the settings are initialized and then the instrument is automatically powered OFF.
  • Page 91: Setting The Date And Time

    General settings ● Setting the date and time When using the instrument for the first time or after replacing the batteries, set the date and time. After setting, the date and time data is displayed correctly when saving data in the internal memory.
  • Page 92 General settings 6. Press the key to confirm. Enter a Enter a number and number and press press Enter a Enter a number and number and press press To return to the setting mode, press the key.
  • Page 93: Performing Test Printing Of The Printer Unit

    General settings ● Performing test printing of the printer unit In order to check whether the printer unit is operating correctly or there is a printer communication problem, you can perform test printing. Connect the instrument and a printer correctly and perform the following procedure for test printing.
  • Page 94 General settings 3. Press the keys to Select "PRINT" (test print) and then press the key. Printing starts automatically. When printing ends, the printer icon lights and "END" appears. Press the key or key. Printed To return to the measurement mode, press the key.
  • Page 95: Other Settings

    Other settings Other settings ■ ● Printing measured values and calibration data Print out the measured value or calibrated value displayed on the instrument, or the measurement data or the calibration data saved in the instrument. If the repeatability is inspected, the inspection data is printed out with the calibration data.
  • Page 96 Other settings < The data saved in internal memory > Printout format Description Memory Num : 0001 Data number Date : 2016/01/01 Measurement date Time : 09:00 Measurement time Channel Measurement channel Measured value and out of the measurement rang or displaying : 5.22 range mark Over: OR...
  • Page 97 Other settings < Calibration data (pH, inspection was performed) > Printout format Description Inst. model : LAQUAact-PH130 Instrument model Inst. SN : KL1TSE10 Instrument serial number Elect. status : GOOD Electrode status based on calibration result Offset : 0.7 mV Asymmetry potential of calibration data Sensitivity Sensitivity of calibration data...
  • Page 98 Other settings < Calibration data (ion) > Printout format Description Inst. model : LAQUAact-PH130 Instrument model Inst. SN : KL1TSE10 Instrument serial number Elect. status : GOOD Electrode status based on calibration result Sensitivity Sensitivity of calibration data 1000 mg/L−100 mg/L : 99.9% Calibration data Date...
  • Page 99: Transferring Saved Data To A Pc

    Other settings ● Transferring saved data to a PC By using a serial cable to connect the instrument to a PC, you can transfer the saved data to the PC and edit it (LAQUAact-PH120, LAQUAact-PH130 only). Connect the RS- 232C connector at the instrument side to the serial port on the PC. To save and edit data, please download the software "FD-70"...
  • Page 100: Operating The Instrument From An External Device

    Other settings ● Operating the instrument from an external device You can remotely operate the instrument from an external device (such as PC) via RS- 232C communication. Use a serial cable to connect the serial connector on the instrument and the serial port on the PC. This function is available for LAQUAact-PH120 and LAQUAact-PH130.
  • Page 101: Maintenance

    Maintenance This section describes maintenance of the instrument and the electrodes that are used with the instrument. To use them for a long period, perform the described maintenance procedures appropriately. ● Contact for maintenance Please contact your dealer for the product maintenance. ●...
  • Page 102: Maintenance And Storage Of The Ph Electrode

    ● Maintenance and storage of the pH electrode For the detailed procedures for maintaining and storing electrodes, refer to the instruction manual for each electrode. This section describes an overview of the procedures for maintenance and storage to be performed as part of daily use. •...
  • Page 103: Maintenance And Storage Of The Orp Electrode

    ● Maintenance and storage of the ORP electrode For the detailed procedures for maintaining and storing electrodes, refer to the instruction manual for each electrode. This section describes an overview of the procedures for maintenance and storage to be performed as part of daily use. •...
  • Page 104: Checking The State Of The Orp Electrode

    ● Checking the state of the ORP electrode ORP standard solution can be used to check the state of the ORP electrode. This solution is only used to check the state of the ORP electrode; it is not used to calibrate the instrument.
  • Page 105: Maintenance And Storage Of The Ion Electrode

    ● Maintenance and storage of the ion electrode For the detailed procedures for maintaining and storing electrodes, refer to the instruction manual for each electrode. This section describes an overview of the procedures for maintenance and storage to be performed as part of daily use. •...
  • Page 106 M E M O...
  • Page 107: How To Resolve Errors Or Troubles

    When an error message appears How to Resolve Errors or Troubles This section describes the causes of typical problems and the actions to be taken, including questions frequently asked by customers. Check these before contacting us. When an error message appears ■...
  • Page 108: Err No.0002   Empty Battery Level

    When an error message appears ● ERR No.0002   Empty battery level The instrument cannot operate properly because the battery level is empty. Cause How to solve problem The battery level is empty. Replace the batteries or connect the AC adapter (option). ●...
  • Page 109: Err No.0006   Maximum Calibration Points Exceeded

    When an error message appears ● ERR No.0006   Maximum calibration points exceeded Attempted to perform 6th point calibration during pH calibration. Cause How to solve problem 6th point calibration is Up to five points can be calibrated. attempted. ● ERR No.0007   Cannot identify standard solution Unable to automatically detect the standard solution during pH calibration.
  • Page 110: Err No.0008   Calibration Interval Error

    Attempted to save more than the specified number of items. Cause How to solve problem The maximum number of savable items of data is 100 (LAQUAact-PH110) or 1000 (LAQUAact-PH120 and Saving more than specified LAQUAact-PH130). Copy or transfer necessary data to a items of data is attempted.
  • Page 111: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ■ This section describes causes and actions to take for problems that customers frequently ask us. ● The indicated value fluctuates < Problem with the electrode > Cause How to solve problem The electrode is dirty. Clean the electrode. The electrode is cracked.
  • Page 112: The Response Is Slow

    Troubleshooting ● The response is slow Cause How to solve problem The electrode is dirty. Clean the electrode. The electrode is cracked. Replace the electrode. The wrong internal solution is Use the correct internal solution. being used. It is important to select an electrode that is appropriate for the sample.
  • Page 113: The Measured Value Is Out Of The Measurement Range

    Troubleshooting ● The measured value is out of the measurement range When the measured value is below the display range, "Ur" appears. When the measured value is over the display range, "Or" appears. Cause How to solve problem Sample is out of the Use a sample within the measurement range.
  • Page 114: Nothing Appears When The Power Is Turned On

    Troubleshooting ● Nothing appears when the power is turned ON Cause How to solve problem Power is not supplied. Insert batteries or connect the AC adapter (option). Battery polarity (+, −) is Insert the batteries with the polarity (+, −) correctly reversed.
  • Page 115: Appendix

    This section describes the specifications of the instrument, default settings, measurement principles, and other technical information. Options for the instrument are also described. Main specifications ■ Item Description Model LAQUAact-PH110, LAQUAact-PH120, LAQUAact-PH130 Brand (pet name) LAQUAact Portable pH ⋅ Water Quality Meter Series name Model description pH/ORP/Ion Meter LAQUAact-PH110...
  • Page 116: Instrument Default Settings

    Instrument default settings Measurement Item Description parameter Measuring principle Ion electrode Measuring range 0.000 µg/L to 1999 g/L (Display range) Ion (LAQUAact- PH130) Unit µg/L, mg/L, g/L, mmol/L, mol/L Resolution Valid numbers 4 digits Accuracy ±0.8% of full scale Instrument default settings ■...
  • Page 117: Technical Note

    Technical note Technical note ■ ● pH standard solution values at various temperatures < USA > pH 12 pH 7 Temp. pH 2 pH 4 pH 10 Saturated calcium Neutral (°C) Oxalate Phthalate Carbonate hydroxide phosphate solution 1.666 4.003 7.119 10.318 13.423 1.668...
  • Page 118: Options

    Options Options ■ A wide variety of electrodes and options are available for use with the instrument. You can select the optimum electrode and options for your application and objectives. These options can be purchased from your nearest agency. Please provide the part name and part number to the representative.
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