Section 1 Product overview The Intellical PHC301 series pH probes are digital, combination electrodes that measure the pH of wastewater, drinking water and general water samples. The probes are refillable and have a built-in temperature sensor and a double ceramic pin for a reference junction. A 28-mL bottle of reference electrolyte filling solution is supplied with the probe.
™ Body material (standard) Zeonor Electrolyte filling solution 3 M KCl saturated with AgCl Storage solution Hach pH electrode storage solution or 3 M KCl Cable connection M12 digital output and connector Dimensions Diameter: 12 mm (0.47 in.) Length: 175 mm (6.9 in.) total; 103 mm (4.1 in.) below head Cable length: PHC30101: 1 m (3.3 ft);...
3.3 Precautionary labels Read all labels and tags attached to the instrument. Personal injury or damage to the instrument could occur if not observed. A symbol on the instrument is referenced in the manual with a precautionary statement. Electrical equipment marked with this symbol may not be disposed of in European domestic or public disposal systems.
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Figure 2 Remove the protective tape 6 English...
Figure 3 Probe position during use 1 Open filling hole 3 Level of calibration solution or sample 2 Level of electrolyte filling solution Section 5 Calibration The procedure that follows is applicable to meters that can connect to Intellical pH probes. Refer to the applicable meter documentation for meter operation and probe-specific settings.
5.2 Calibration procedure 1. Go to the 2. Prepare or pour 3. Open the filling 4. Rinse the probe calibrate menu. the pH buffer hole. with deionized water. Select the probe, if solutions in different Dry the probe with a applicable.
Section 6 Sample measurement The procedure that follows is applicable to meters that can connect to Intellical pH probes. Refer to the applicable meter documentation for meter operation and probe-specific settings. 6.1 Sample measurement notes Read the notes that follow before sample measurements. •...
Section 7 Verify the calibration Measure the pH value of a fresh pH buffer solution to make sure the result is accurate. The meter compares the selected pH buffer value to the measured pH value and accepts or rejects the measurement.
Section 8 Maintenance Regular maintenance is necessary for the best accuracy, stabilization time and life of the probe. Keep the probe in the recommended storage solution between measurements. 8.1 Clean the probe Clean the probe regularly to remove contamination and to keep the reference junction open. Symptoms of contamination: •...
8.2 Fill the probe Add electrolyte filling solution to the probe regularly to make sure that the electrolyte flows from the probe to the sample. Refer to Figure 4. Make sure to use the correct filling solution (3 M KCl saturated with AgCl).
N O T I C E Probes can become permanently damaged if kept in a storage solution that is not specified by the manufacturer. Use only the specified storage solution (Hach pH electrode storage solution or 3 M KCl). Do not store the probe in deionized water or in samples of low ionic strength. For short-term storage, the probe can stay in the sample for a maximum of 2 hours if the sample pH is not high.
Section 9 Troubleshooting Keep the probe clean and in the recommended storage solution when not in use for the best accuracy, stabilization time and life of the probe. Problem Possible cause Solution The glass sensor is dirty. Clean and condition the probe. Refer to Clean the probe on page 11.
10.1 Recommended standards (continued) Description Unit Item no. Radiometer Analytical (IUPAC Series certified pH standards): pH 1.679 ± 0.010 at 25 °C (77 °F) 500 mL S11M001 pH 4.005 ± 0.010 at 25 °C (77 °F) 500 mL S11M002 pH 6.865 ± 0.010 at 25 °C (77 °F) 500 mL S11M003 pH 7.000 ±...
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