Summary of Contents for Hanna Instruments HI981520
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Preliminary Examination 1. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION Remove the instrument and accessories from the packaging and examine it carefully. For further assistance, please contact your local Hanna Instruments office or email us at tech@hannainst.com. Each HI981520 is supplied with: • HI1286 pH electrode •...
General Description & Intended Use 2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION & INTENDED USE Testing and monitoring salinity in saltwater aquariums is an ongoing task. HI981520 is a vertical‑mount unit that monitors and displays the conductivity (measured with attached probe) and the pH level (replaceable pH electrode).
Specifications 3.2. PROBES HI1286 pH Electrode Range 0 to 13 pH Recommended operating temperature 0 to 80 °C (32 to 176 °F) Body Junction PTFE Reference Double junction, Ag/AgCl Electrolyte Polymer Spheric (Ø 7.5 mm / 0.29”) Outer diameter 12 mm (0.47”) Overall length 160 mm (6.29”) Maximum pressure...
Installation LCD Description 1. Setup menu tag ( S ) 11. EC Alarm indicators, High ( U ) or Low ( D ) 2. pH Alarm indicators, High ( U ) or Low ( D ) 12. Third LCD line, message area / temp. reading 3.
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Installation Attach the Suction Cup & Secure the Probe 1. Clean and dry the surface the cup is affixed to. 2. Wipe clean (soapy water) the inside of the cup and pat dry. 3. Stick the cup on the aquarium (tank) wall. 4.
Setup 6. SETUP • Press key to enter/exit setup menu. • Press key to navigate the menu and select items • Press key to edit items. Press key to edit values (blinking). • Press key after editing to save the value or key to exit edit mode without saving.
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Setup pH Alarm (Options / Default) pH High Alarm Enabled (En), Disabled (dIS) (Enabled) P H H I G H P H H I G H pH High Value 8. 6 8. 8 0.1 to 14.0 pH * (8.6 pH) P H H I G H P H H I G H With pH High Alarm configured as enabled ”PH HIGH VALUE”...
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Setup EC Alarm (Options / Default) EC High Alarm Enabled (En), Disabled (dIS) (Enabled) E C H I G H E C H I G H EC High Value 37. 0 38. 5 0.1 to 70.0 ppt * (37.0 ppt) 0.1 to 70.0 PSU * (37.0 PSU) E C H I G H...
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Setup Temperature Alarm (Options / Default) Temperature High Alarm Enabled (En), Disabled (dIS) (Enabled) T E M P H I G T E M P H I G “TEMP HIGH” is scrolled on the bottom of the LCD. Temperature High Value 26.
Calibration 7. CALIBRATION Operation 1. Press key to enter calibration mode. 2. Press key to toggle between pH and EC modes. 3. Press key to start calibration and key to exit calibration. 7.1. pH Calibrate the probe frequently for improved accuracy. Additionally, calibrate the probe: •...
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Calibration 3. Place the electrodes in 7.01 pH or 10.01 pH buffer solution. Dislodge any bubbles that may adhere. When the buffer is recognized “REC” is displayed. “WAIT” is displayed until the reading is stable and the calibration is accepted. 7.
Calibration 7.2. CONDUCTIVITY Calibrate the probe frequently for improved accuracy. Additionally, calibrate the probe: • before installation • whenever the probe is replaced • after periodic maintenance Always use fresh calibration solutions and perform electrode maintenance prior to calibration (see “Maintenance &...
Measurement After the standard is accepted, ”SAVE” is displayed and the instrument returns to measurement mode. 10. 0 35. 0 S A V E 2 1. 8 7.3. CLEAR CALIBRATION 1. Press key to clear any saved calibration. “CLEAR” is displayed blinking. 7.
Maintenance & Care 9. MAINTENANCE & CARE Cleaning, calibrating, and appropriate storage are essential for accurate readings and extend the life of the probes. General Maintenance • Inspect, clean, and calibrate the probe at regular intervals. • Inspect all connectors for corrosion and replace if necessary. •...
Warnings & Errors 10. WARNINGS & ERRORS HI981520 displays warning messages when erroneous conditions appear and readings are outside supported range. Buffer solution is not recognized. Probe has not been placed in solution or the reading is outside accepted range.
If the repair is not covered by the warranty, you will be notified of the charges incurred. If the instrument is to be returned to Hanna Instruments office, first obtain a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number from the Technical Service department and then send it with shipping costs prepaid. When shipping any instrument, make sure it is properly packaged for complete protection.