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Elcometer 331 H Operating Instructions Manual

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Half-Cell Meter
Model H
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  • Page 1 Elcometer 331 Half-Cell Meter Model H Operating Instructions...
  • Page 2 (electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise) without the prior written permission of Elcometer Limited. A copy of this Instruction Manual is available for download on our Website via www.elcometer.com/ downloads. Doc.No. TMA-0434 Issue 03...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Section Page About your Half-Cell Meter ............2 Quick-start .

  • Page 4: About Your Half-Cell Meter

    The Elcometer 331 Half-Cell Meter is a world beating product. With the purchase of this Half-Cell Meter you now have access to the worldwide service and support network of Elcometer. For more information visit our website at www.elcometer.com...
  • Page 5 Consult your Local Environmental Authority for further guidance. To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer 331 Half-Cell Meter please take some time to read these Operating Instructions. Do not hesitate to contact Elcometer or your Elcometer supplier if you have any questions.
  • Page 6 1.2 STANDARDS The Elcometer 331 Half-Cell Meter can be used in accordance with the following National and International Standards; ASTM C876, DGZfP:B3, TR60, UNI 10174. 1.3 WHAT THIS BOX CONTAINS • Elcometer 331 Model H Half-Cell Meter • Rechargeable battery pack and battery charger •...
  • Page 7 Figure 1. Elcometer 331 Half-Cell Meter 1.4 CONVENTIONS IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS A simple menu structure helps you get the most from your Half-Cell Meter - see “The menus” on page 16. There are many references to this menu structure in these instructions.

  • Page 8: Quick-Start

    2 QUICK-START Note: Before switching the Half-Cell Meter on for the first time read “Selecting a language” on page 14. To configure the Half-Cell Meter quickly and start taking readings: 1. Charge the batteries see page 7 2. Fit half-cell probe and cables see page 10 3.
  • Page 9 One battery pack is supplied with the Half-Cell Meter. To increase productivity on site, Elcometer recommends that you purchase a spare battery pack which can be charged while you are using your Half- Cell Meter. To order an additional battery pack (see “Accessories” on page 25), contact Elcometer or your local Elcometer supplier.
  • Page 10 2. Connect lead from the charger into the socket marked ‘Charger Input’ behind the interface access cover. The Half-Cell Meter will automatically switch off when the (battery in the Half-Cell Meter) (battery removed) lead from charger connected. 3. Plug the charger supplied into the mains supply. The LED indicator on the charger will glow orange. 4.
  • Page 11 Warning: Do not attempt to connect the supply side of the battery charger to generators or any other medium to high power source other than the single phase 50 Hz AC mains outlet supplied from an approved and safe mains switchboard. Connection to other supply sources such as generators or inverters may have the potential to damage the charger, the battery and/or the gauge, invalidating warranty.
  • Page 12 3.2 FITTING HALF-CELL PROBES Connect the probe and cables as shown. Black cable cable...
  • Page 13 3.3 THE CONTROLS All functions of the Half-Cell Meter can be controlled using the keypad. There are two types of keys on the keypad; fixed function keys and ‘soft’ keys (Figure 2). Switches the Scrolls up/down Half-Cell Meter through menus on or off and lists of values Increases/...
  • Page 14 3.4 SWITCHING THE HALF-CELL METER ON AND OFF To switch the Half-Cell Meter on, press [ To switch the Half-Cell Meter off, press and hold [ ] for two seconds. The Half-Cell Meter includes an automatic switch off feature which will help to extend the battery life (time between charges).
  • Page 15 When the Half-Cell Meter is switched on an opening (welcome) information screen may be displayed briefly before the main reading screen appears. The information shown depends upon whether you are taking measurements, reviewing readings or setting up the Half-Cell Meter. The main screen displayed (while you are taking measurements) is the Reading Screen.
  • Page 16 Your Half-Cell Meter has a number of built-in languages. When the Half-Cell Meter is switched on for the first time after dispatch from the Elcometer factory the display will show the language selection screen (Figure 3). AT FIRST SWITCH ON 1.
  • Page 17 5. Press [ ] or [ ] to locate language required. 6. Press [ ] to activate the selected language. Alternatively, select a language at any time. MENU / SETUP / LANGUAGE 3.7 COMPUTER INTERFACE Your Half-Cell Meter is fitted with an RS232 interface. The interface is located under the interface access cover at the rear of the Half-Cell Meter - see page 7.

  • Page 18: The Menus

    4 THE MENUS The menus of your instrument are shown in the illustration and a description of each menu item is given in the following paragraphs. To access the menus press the MENU softkey. To return to the reading screen quickly, press and hold the MENU softkey.
  • Page 19 4.3 ABOUT GAUGE INFORMATION Press Enter to display technical information about the Half-Cell Meter CONTACT ... Press Enter to display Elcometer offices worldwide and (if programmed) Supplier contact details HELP ....Press Enter to display an explanation of all the symbols used on the display 4.4 RESET...

  • Page 20: Measuring Half-Cell Potential

    5 MEASURING HALF-CELL POTENTIAL 5.1 BEFORE YOU START • Are you using the correct half-cell probe? See “Half-cell probes” on page 20. 5.2 PROCEDURE 1. Locate the position of a reinforcing bar (using a metal detector, covermeter or similar instrument). 2.
  • Page 21 7. Switch on the Half- Cell Meter. 8. Remove cap from the probe and store the cap safely. 9. Press the electrode against concrete surface. 10. View the reading of half-cell potential on the display. 11. If you are satisfied with reading, record the half-cell...

  • Page 22: Half-Cell Probes

    5.3 MEASURING CELL-TO-CELL RATHER THAN CELL-TO-BAR In some instances it will not be possible to make a direct connection to a reinforcing bar. In this situation it is common practice to use two half-cell probes connected to the inputs of the Half-Cell Meter. One probe is fixed in position on the concrete surface and the other probe is moved over the surface.
  • Page 23 6.2 CARE OF YOUR PROBE AND CABLES The probes do not require any maintenance; they do not need recharging and are sealed for life. Any mud or grit should be removed from the electrode by swirling the electrode back and forth in a container of warm, soapy water and then brushing with a wet rag.

  • Page 24: Personalised Welcome Screen

    Half-Cell Meter is switched on. 7.1 CREATING THE SCREEN 1. Download Elcometer ‘Welcome Screen Wizard’ software. This software is available free of charge from the downloads section of the Elcometer website, www.elcometer.com 2. Connect Half-Cell Meter to PC using optional Data Transfer Cable - see “Accessories” on page 25.

  • Page 25: Error Messages

    Under certain conditions the Half-Cell Meter will display error messages. These messages are normally cleared by pressing any one of the softkeys. The cause of the error will be indicated by the message and should be corrected before proceeding. If any error persists, contact Elcometer or your Elcometer Supplier. 9 STORAGE This Half-Cell Meter incorporates a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    The Half-Cell Meter does not contain any user-serviceable components. In the unlikely event of a fault, the Half-Cell Meter should be returned to your Elcometer supplier or directly to Elcometer. The warranty will be invalidated if the gauge has been opened.

  • Page 27: Accessories

    Your Half-Cell Meter is complete with all the items required to get started. The following optional accessories are available from Elcometer, or your Elcometer supplier. To place an order please quote the sales part number which follows the description of each accessory.

  • Page 28: Related Equipment

    Half-cell probe cable reel, extendable to 100 m, with carry handle: TW33119683 Calibration Certificates traceable to National Standards including UKAS and NIST are available at the time of order, or alternatively, the gauge must be returned to Elcometer for certification. Calibration Certificates cannot be issued retrospectively. 13 RELATED EQUIPMENT Elcometer produces a wide range of concrete and coatings inspection equipment.

  • Page 29: Index

    AUTO SWITCH OFF Wetting Calibration certificates BACKLIGHT Charger CONTACT Charging the batteries HELP Computer LCD CONTRAST Interface Connection cable MENU Access cover RESET RS232 SETUP Menus Data transfer cable Dimensions On/off Opening screen Earphone Elcometer 331 Features Overview Data transfer cable...
  • Page 30 Power on/off Power supply Quick-start Screen Welcome information Screen symbols Battery condition Standards Storage Switching on/off Weight Welcome screen...

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