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This manual is written to cover as many anticipated applications of the Micro 600 pH meter as possible. If there are doubts in the use of this meter, please contact us. Our contact details are on the last page of this manual.
Contents Chapter Page Introduction Getting Started Description of Keypad Functions Description of LCD Annunciators Inserting & removing the rubber armour/stand Inserting New Batteries Connecting Electrodes and Temperature Sensor Powering the Meter On Calibration pH Calibration pH Calibration Procedure Resetting Used Calibrated Values Millivolt (mV) Calibration Temperature Calibration With Temperature Probe (Automatic Temperature Compensation)
Introduction 1.0 Introduction Thank you for selecting our Micro 600 pH portable meter. This microprocessor- based handheld instrument is both economical and easy to use. The Micro 600 pH measures pH, mV (ORP) and temperature (ºC). Each meter includes 4 x alkaline “AAA” batteries, a rubber armour/stand, pH7 buffer, pH4 buffer, Electrode Storage Solution, Deionised water, pH Electrode, Temperature Probe and instruction manual.
Getting Started 2.1 Description of Keypad Functions The Micro 600 pH has four keys, on its splash-proof keypad as shown here: ON/OFF Powers the meter on and off. Upon power on, the meter automatically begins in the measurement mode that was last used.
Getting Started 2.3 Inserting & removing the rubber armour/stand Before removing the meter from the rubber armour, disconnect any electrodes. Push out from the bottom edges of meter until it is completely out of boot. To insert meter into the armour, slide in from the top of meter before pushing the bottom edges of meter into position.
Getting Started 2.5 Connecting Electrodes and Temperature Sensor Align the BNC connector slots with the posts 2.5mm Phono plug for temperature measurement of meter’s socket and rotate connector clockwise until it locks - do not force. To connector of remove, rotate the connector in counter- pH, ORP, or clockwise direction until it unlocks, and slide Ion Selective...
Calibration 3.1 pH Calibration The Micro 600 pH meter is capable of up to three-point calibration with standard pH buffer values at pH 4.01, 7.00 and 10.01 to ensure accuracy across the entire range of the meter. It also allows offset adjustment in mV and Temperature modes.
Calibration 3 Pour pH buffer calibration standard solution into a clean, dry container and dip your pH electrode and temperature probe in the solution. Swirl gently or stir and wait for reading to stabilise (approx. 30 seconds depending on your electrode condition). 4 When the pH reading has stabilised, the pH annunciator will stop blinking.
Calibration 1 Power off the meter. Press and hold CAL then press ON/OFF. If successful, “rST” will blink on the display. Release both keys. 2 Press HOLD/ENTER to enter the reset menu. 3 Press MODE to toggle between No Reset (nO), Calibration Reset (CAL), or Factory Reset (FCt).
Calibration 2 Press CAL to begin mV calibration mode. “CA” (calibrate) will display briefly. The un-adjusted mV value will blink. 3 Use MODE/INC to adjust the reading to the desired value. The maximum adjustment is ± 50 mV. 4 When the reading has stabilised, the mV annunciator will stop blinking. Press HOLD/ENTER to confirm the value.
Calibration 2 Press CAL to begin temperature calibration mode. “CA” (calibrate) will display briefly. The un-adjusted °C value will blink. 3 Compare the measured value of the temperature probe with the reference thermometer. Use MODE/INC to adjust the reading to the desired value. The maximum adjustment is ±...
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Calibration 1 Turn on the meter and select °C mode by pressing MODE if necessary. Disconnect the temperature probe. 2 Press CAL to begin temperature calibration mode. “CA” (calibrate) will display briefly. The factory default temperature 25.0°C value will blink. 3 Use MODE/INC to adjust the reading to the desired value.
Measurement Taking Measurements 1 Before measurement, rinse the pH/ORP electrode and temperature probe with clean water. 2 Power on the meter. Press MODE key to select your desired mode of operation (pH, mV, Ion, or Temperature). 3 Dip both probes gently into an aqueous test sample, swirl or stir gently and allow the reading to stabilise.
For best results, always keep the pH electrode bulb wet. Store the pH bulb with electrode storage solution. Electrode storage solution is available as part of the Palintest Electrode Care Pack (see Accessories Section). If electrode storage solution is not available, use tap water or buffer solution.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution No display Batteries absent or installed incorrectly Insert batteries using correct polarity “LO” Low battery Replace batteries “---” on Ion 6+ requires calibration Perform either 2 or 3 point ion calibration display a) Hydrate/soak pH electrode a) Dry electrode Unstable b) Clean electrode...
Warranty and Certification Warranty The Palintest Micro 600 pH Meter is guaranteed for a period of three years from date of purchase - its associated pH electrode is guaranteed for a period of six months from date of purchase. This guarantee excludes accidental damage, or damage caused by unauthorised repair or misuse.
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