This instrument is shipped fully tested and calibrated and, with proper use, will provide years of reliable service. Please visit the Extech Instruments website (www.extech.com) to check for the latest version of this User Guide. Extech Instruments is an ISO-9001 certified company.
pH Overview pH is a unit of measure (ranging from 0 to 14pH) indicating the degree of acidity or alkalinity of a solution. pH tests are the most commonly performed measurements in water quality testing, using the hydrogen ion activity of a solution to determine acidity or alkalinity. Solutions with a pH less than 7 are considered acidic, solutions with a pH higher than 7 are known as bases, and solutions with a pH of exactly 7 are considered neutral.
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pH Measurement and Temperature Compensation 1. Use the pH/mV button to select the pH mode. The unit of measure appears on the LCD. 2. Connect the pH electrode to the meter and place the sensor end in the solution under test. 3.
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MAX/MIN Display 1. The meter memorizes the highest (MAX) and lowest (MIN) readings when prompted. 2. Press and hold the MAX/MIN button until both the MAX and MIN icons appear on the LCD. The meter will now begin keeping track of the MIN and MAX readings. 3.
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pH Electrode Model 60120B Operation The Following information applies to the Epoxy Body, Sealed Reference Combination pH Electrode Model 60120B. Electrode Considerations 1. The 60120B pH electrode is recessed in the polymer body allowing it to rest against the bottom of a beaker without damaging the glass bulb.
Specifications Range (Resolution) Accuracy ± 1000 mV DC (1 mV) + 2mV Temperature 32.0 to 212.0 F (0.0 to 99.9 + 0.8 F (0.5 0.00 to 14.00pH (0.01pH) + 0.02pH Temperature Compensation 32 to 212 F (0-100 C) AUTO or MANUAL modes Power 9 volt battery or optional AC adapter Display...
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Electrode Cleaning The type of electrode coating that occurs over time will determine the cleaning method. Soft coatings can be removed by vigorous stirring or by using a squirt bottle. Organic chemical coating (hard coatings) should be chemically removed. Only in extreme cases should the bulb be cleaned mechanically.
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Troubleshooting an Electrode Problem Symptom Cause Recommended Solution Long response time or Clogged Junction Soak in 4.07 M Potassium Chloride (KCl) reading drift @ 60 C for 30 minutes. Replace electrode if necessary. Strong Alkaline measurement Soak in 0.1 M HCL overnight Deteriorated Gel layer of pH Replace electrode sensing membrane...
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