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Automatic Digital Refractometer
Instruction Manual
Important Information ........................................................ 3
Use Information .................................................................... 3
Safety Information .............................................................. 3
Setting up the Instrument ............................................... 8
About Touchscreen ......................................................... 11
Home Screen Icons ......................................................... 12
Basic Settings ................................................................... 13
Security Settings ............................................................. 14
Zero-set Reminder Feature ........................................ 18
Printer Settings ................................................................ 19
Sound Settings .................................................................. 21
System Information Settings....................................... 21
Customizing the Home Screen Layout ................... 22
Preparing for Measurements ....................................... 24
Applying and Cleaning off Samples........................... 25
Zero-setting ....................................................................... 26
Measuring Samples .......................................................... 28
Creating, Editing, and Deleting SCALE ................... 31
Reviewing and Recording Measurement Data ...... 37
Connecting to Your Computer ................................... 43
Manual Calibration ........................................................... 50
Supplemental Information ............................................. 52
Tips and Troubleshooting
When Problems Arise ..................................................... 61
Maintenance Tips ............................................................. 63
Instrument Specifications ............................................. 69
3275-E21
Introduction
Preparation
Measurements
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- Page 1 3275-E21 Automatic Digital Refractometer Instruction Manual Introduction Important Information ............3 Use Information ..............3 Safety Information .............. 3 Preparation Setting up the Instrument ..........8 About Touchscreen ............11 Home Screen Icons ............12 Basic Settings ..............13 Security Settings ............. 14 Zero-set Reminder Feature ........
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Important Information ..................................3 Use Information ....................................3 Safety Information ................................... 3 Preparation Setting up the Instrument................................. 8 Items Included in the Package ..............................8 Names and Functions of Components ........................... 8 Installation ......................................9 Powering on ....................................... 9 Powering Off .................................... - Page 4 Maintaining Main Body and Touchscreen ........................... 63 Self Diagnosis Feature ................................63 Inspection ......................................65 Cleaning Fan and Replacing Dust Filter ..........................66 Optional Add-ons and Consumable Items ......................... 67 Repair, Warranty, and Calibration Information ........................68 Instrument Specifications ................................69 ATAGO CO.,LTD. Service Centers............................71...
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Page 5: Important Information
Introduction Important Information Thank you for purchasing the RX-5000i-Plus / RX-5000i / RX-7000i / RX-9000i Automatic Digital Refractometer. Before using the instrument, read this instruction manual carefully. Keep this manual on hand for future reference. Pay particular attention to Safety Information as understanding the contents is necessary for safe operations. - Page 6 ◇ Do not attempt to repair modify, or ◇ If the instrument is dropped or is subjected to a disassemble the instrument. Improper servicing strong shock, contact your Authorized ATAGO may result in fire, electrical shock, or burns. Distributor for an inspection. Fire or malfunction may result if the instrument is continued to be used.
- Page 7 ◇ Ensure that if use of the instrument has undesired effects on the consumption or application of the measured materials, etc., ATAGO shall not be held liable for the results. Handling of plug ...
- Page 8 Operation of thermostatic function WARNING ◇ Take extra precautions when setting the ◇ When the instrument is set to a high instrument to a measure at high temperatures. temperature, or handling samples at a high temperature, burns may occur if the sample stage or sample is touched.
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Page 9: Preparation
Preparation Setting up the Instrument................................. 8 Items Included in the Package ..............................8 Names and Functions of Components ........................... 8 Installation ......................................9 Powering on ....................................... 9 Powering Off ....................................10 About Touchscreen ..................................11 Home Screen Icons ..................................12 HOME (Home Screen) ................................ -
Page 10: Setting Up The Instrument
Setting up the Instrument Items Included in the Package Check the appearance for any damage. Make sure that the items below have come with the instrument. Automatic Digital Refractometer RX-5000i-Plus / RX-5000i / RX-7000i / RX-9000i 1. Main unit ································································ 1 6. -
Page 11: Installation
Installation The RX-5000i-Plus / RX-5000i / RX-7000i / RX-9000i are a highly precision instrument. 1. Do not expose the instrument to an impact during installation. 2. Install the instrument in an environment that meets the criteria below: • An ambient temperature of 5 to 40℃ •... -
Page 12: Powering Off
Powering Off Turn the power off when the instrument is not in operation (taking a measurement, copying data to a USB drive, communicating with a computer, etc.). It is safe to turn off from any menu. Power on Power off When a printer is connected, turn the power off ※... -
Page 13: About Touchscreen
About Touchscreen How to read this manual • The key names are written in quotation marks ("..."). • Touching a key has the same function as clicking with a mouse. Keys Button-shaped, three-dimensional icons. Touch with a stylus or finger to select. -
Page 14: Home Screen Icons
Home Screen Icons HOME (Home Screen) SET UP ID&PASS Edit the basic settings (page Edit the ID and password 12-). settings. (page 14). DATA View, edit, and export SCALE measurement results (page Edit and set the scales 37-). (page 31-). MEASUREMENT ICON Take measurements (page... -
Page 15: Basic Settings
Basic Settings Date and Time Touch "SET UP" on the Touch "DATE & TIME.” Touch a cell and enter home screen. numbers, using the tenkey pad (see page 11 "About Touchscreen"). Press “ENTER” to save the setting. Type in the month numerically, ※... -
Page 16: Security Settings
Security Settings Password The RX-5000i-Plus / RX-5000i / RX-7000i / RX-9000i are equipped with a password feature to limit the access level by user. Password for the administrator and other users 5 unique user IDs can be registered with any name - 1 administrator, 3 registered users, and 1 guest user. Password Settings Change the factory default user ID and password. -
Page 17: Changing Passwords
※ If the user name had been left blank when "ENTER" was touched, the name will be reset to the factory default name. However, the password will remain the same. ※ Please contact ATAGO if the password has been lost. Matters concerning registered and guest users ※... -
Page 18: System Levels
System Levels Only the administrator has access to the system level settings. Touch "SET UP" on the Touch "SYSTEM LEVEL.” Type in the password, and home screen. touch "ENTER." Select the level and touch "ENTER" to save the settings. ※ The security features of the instrument, such as the system level and password settings, do not guarantee the security of the instrument and its data. - Page 19 System levels represent the degree to which a user is authorized to operate the instrument. The larger the number is, the more restrictive the permission settings are. The system level is set to "0" at the factory. Level3 • It is the most restrictive permission level suitable for only a small number of specific users and few guest users.
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Page 20: Zero-Set Reminder Feature
Level1 • This is the least restrictive permission level, allowing multiple users to take measurements and change settings easily. • The guest user can take measurements and change measurement settings. ◎: No password required ○: Password required ×: No operation permitted Measurement Other settings System level... -
Page 21: Printer Settings
Printer Settings Choose the items to be printed to a printer (sold separately). Touch "SET UP" on the Touch "PRINTER" on the set Check the items to be printed home screen. up screen. and touch "ENTER." ① ⑦ ② ⑧ ③... - Page 22 Heading printed when the RX-5000i-Plus is first ＊＊＊＊ RX-5000i-Plus ＊＊＊＊ turned on ATAGO CO.,LTD, SEP.21,2010 17:30 TOKYO JAPAN A printout example (with RX-5000i-Plus) The circled numbers below correspond with the numbers in the step 3 on page 19 "Printer Settings".
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Page 23: Sound Settings
Sound Settings Customize sounds for measurements, errors, etc. Touch "SOUND" on the Touch the sound name to be Select a sound type and home screen. changed. For a complete adjust the volume with the silence, check "ALL OFF" at left/right arrows. Touch the bottom. -
Page 24: Customizing The Home Screen Layout
Check the system information and settings. Touch "ENTER" to save the settings. Product name Clear usage time tracker Serial number Zero-set reminder on/off (page 18 "Zero-set Reminder Feature") Software version # Filter replacement alert on/off (page 66 "Filter replacement Usage time alert") Skip intro on/off ※... -
Page 25: Measurements
Measurements Preparing for Measurements ................................ 24 Applying and Cleaning off Samples ............................25 Zero-setting ......................................26 Confirm Zero-setting .................................. 27 Measuring Samples ................................... 28 Changing Measurement Modes and the Number of Continuous Measurements ..........29 Selecting Operators and Registering Sample Names ....................30 Selecting SCALE .................................. -
Page 26: Preparing For Measurements
Preparing for Measurements (1) Apparatus for applying samples ① Plastic spoon (included; for non-viscous samples, such as juices) ② Plastic pick with round tip (for stirring viscous samples) ③ Polyethylene pipettes, etc. ① ② ③ ※ Do not use glass, metal, or magnetic apparatus for applying samples as they may scratch the prism. -
Page 27: Applying And Cleaning Off Samples
Applying and Cleaning off Samples Applying samples Clean the prism and sample Apply just enough stage thoroughly. sample/purified water to cover the prism surface evenly. * The recommended amount of sample is 0.1ml or more. Cleaning off samples Apply water (ethyl alcohol or Wipe the prism surface and Dry the prism off with tissue diluted alkaline detergent) to... -
Page 28: Zero-Setting
Zero-setting A calibration point of refractive index (zero point) is programmed. Always zero-set the instrument when. • The instrument is first turned on. • The time lapsed since last measurement is more than an hour. • The temperature setting is changed. Touch "MEASUREMENT"... -
Page 29: Confirm Zero-Setting
Confirm Zero-setting Touch "START" while the purified water used to zero-set the instrument is still on the prism to confirm that zero-setting was performed successfully. Zero-setting in the Brix scale If the measurement value in MODE-1 is within accuracy of ±0.010% (RX-5000i-Plus) or ±0.03% (RX-5000i / RX-9000i) or ±0.1% (RX-7000i) when the target temperature is set at 20.00℃... -
Page 30: Measuring Samples
A continuous use may lead to combustion and failure of the instrument. Contact ATAGO or your distributor to request inspection. Do no splash water or samples on the instrument except for the prism surface and sample ... -
Page 31: Changing Measurement Modes And The Number Of Continuous Measurements
※ If "START" key is gray in color and does not work, the zero-set reminder feature (see page 18 "Zero-set Reminder Feature") may be functioning. Perform zero-setting. ※ When a target temperature is set by the user, take a measurement once the prism temperature ("PRESENT"... -
Page 32: Selecting Operators And Registering Sample Names
Selecting Operators and Registering Sample Names Select a registered user. Touch the sample name. Type in a sample name, and touch "ENTER" to save. The user selection rotates every ※ time the key is touched. ※ A password is required to change the measurement modes and sample names if the system level is set to 2 or 3. -
Page 33: Selecting Scale
Selecting SCALE Different scales (collective data on measurement conditions, conversion, etc.) can be selected for each measurement. Touch "MEASUREMENT" on Touch the scale number on Touch the scale to be used, the home screen. the measurement screen. and then "ENTER." The scale that was used for the A downward arrow will be ※... -
Page 34: Creating New Scale
User scales ※ In addition to the refractive index and Brix scales, the instrument is equipped with a programmable user scale feature, which enables concentrations of different samples to be displayed directly. Simply program 3 to 5 concentration data points and corresponding refractive index values, and the instrument will convert the readings automatically. -
Page 35: Editing Scale
Editing SCALE Touch the scale to be edited and touch "EDIT." Chooses the Resolution. The upper and lower limit bars will be displayed if checked. Negates the last change made. (The undo command cannot be reversed.) The scale setting details will be printed to the printer (available for purchase) if checked. - Page 36 ○ Upper and lower limit settings Touch the upper and lower Enter the lower limit value in limit bar. "LOW", and the upper limit value in "HIGH.” Touch "ENTER.” ○ Scale type settings Selecting the Brix or nD scale Touch the scale number. Select a scale type.
- Page 37 Selecting a special scale Follow the steps 1. through 3. Check a box to select the for "Selecting the Brix or nD scale and touch "ENTER." scale" on page 34. Touch the arrow on the lower ※ right corner to forward to the next page of the special scale list.
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Page 38: Deleting Scale
※ The operations of selecting a user scale and editing sample names are only available from the measurement screen. ※ Enter refractive index values and concentration data points in the order from the smallest to the largest, with the smallest data set in the top row of a data window. Also, a duplicate value cannot be entered in a data window. -
Page 39: Reviewing And Recording Measurement Data
Reviewing and Recording Measurement Data Reviewing Measurement Results The instrument can recall the last 500 measurement data. Touch "DATA" on the home On the history screen, the last 10 measurement data will be screen. displayed. To view the complete measurement history, use the arrows pointing left and right to go back and forward a page respectively. -
Page 40: Deleting Measurement Data
Deleting Measurement Data Touch "CLEAR" on the lower A dialog box confirming the All measurement data will be left corner of the history deletion will appear. Confirm deleted. screen. and touch "ENTER.”... -
Page 41: Printing Measurement Data
USER ID : Itabashi SAMPLE (Sample name) : virtual Number of measurements recalled : 3 ＊＊HISTORY REPORT＊＊ ATAGO RX－5000i-Plus S/N＝100003 pre-test 003 MAY.30,2013 17:32 Brix＝ 0.000％ nD＝ 1.33299 original01 = 0.56g/100ml ｔ＝20.00 USER ID＝Itabashi SAMPLE＝virtual MODE-1 LIMIT LOW = -0.005 HIGH =100.000 002 MAY.30,2013 17:31... -
Page 42: Printing Scale Information
Printing SCALE Information Touch "SCALE" on the home Touch the scale whose Check the "PRINT" box. screen. information you wish to print. Touch "EDIT.” The scale information will be ※ printed immediately after "ENTER" is touched. A printout example of scale information USER ID : HONDA SCALE No. -
Page 43: Saving Data On Usb Flash Drive
Saving Data on USB Flash Drive Insert a USB flash drive. Touch "DATA" on the home Check "ALL" to save all data screen. items and "RESULT" to save (Rear view) only selected items (see page 58 "Data Items Saved in USB Flash Drive"). Touch "ENTER."... - Page 44 ※ The use of the FAT32 file system is recommended for a high data transfer rate. ※ Do not turn off the instrument or disconnect the USB drive during the transfer process. A CSV file example...
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Page 45: Connecting To Your Computer
Connecting to Your Computer The instrument can perform the following functions by two-way communication with a personal computer that runs on a Windows operating system (hereafter referred to as "PC") via RS-232C (serial communication via USB). • Transfer measurement data from the instrument to a PC. •... - Page 46 Found New Hardware Wizard will pop up. Choose "Install the software automatically.” Once the software installation is complete, the instrument is recognized by the PC.
- Page 47 From Control Panel, open System Properties. From the Hardware tab, click Device Manager. From the Device Manager options, click Ports. Ensure that USB Serial Port (COM#) appears. Check the port number. In the example on the left, the port is COM6. ※...
- Page 48 FDA 21 Part11 Software has come with the instrument. The software is intended to help ATAGO users of the instrument maintain compliance with Title 21 CFR Part11. It can be used in English, Chinese and Japanese. For more information, read the instruction manual of the software on CD-ROM.
- Page 49 On the Serial port setup dialog box, enter the settings as shown to the left for the port number selected in step 1. The serial settings are conformed to the instrument settings. ※ Set "Parity" to "odd," and "Flow control" to "none." Click Setup, and then Terminal port.
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Page 50: From The Instrument To A Computer
Communication settings of the RX-5000i-Plus/RX-5000i/RX-7000i/RX-9000i Touch "SET UP" on the Touch "SERIAL.” Enter the following serial home screen. settings. Below are the setting details: ※ Touch those keys to change the BAUDRATE: 9600 BPS values. DATA LENGH: 7 BIT PARITY: ODD STOP BIT: 1 BIT From the Instrument to a Computer Apply sample/purified water and touch "START.”... -
Page 51: From A Computer To The Instrument
Data output examples ① Measurement is complete. YYMMDD, HHMM, nD=R.RRRRR, Brix=RR.RRR, UUUU=XXXXXXX, Temp=TT.TT Example:100506, 1026, nD=1.37385, Brix=25.895, SCALE_A=17.36, Temp=20.00 ② Zero-setting is complete. YYMMDD, HHMM, ZERO SET END Example:100506, 1026, ZERO SET END ③ Out of water error (zero-setting error) has occurred. YYMMDD, HHMM, OUT OF WATER Example : 100506, 1026, OUT OF WATER Error messages... -
Page 52: Manual Calibration
Manual Calibration When measurement values vary among multiple units, one data point on the scale can be manually adjusted, using sample with a refractive index equivalent to 2.00% Brix or higher. Once adjusted, measurement values will be corrected around the adjusted data point as shown in the figure below. - Page 53 Select either the Brix or "SET SAMPLE AND PRESS" Place the standard solution, refractive index scale. will be displayed. close the cover plate, and touch "ENTER.” Measurement is taken once Once the measurement value the target temperature is is displayed, adjust SETTING, reached.
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Page 54: Supplemental Information
Supplemental Information • Refractive Index and Brix What is a refractometer? When a straw is placed into a glass filled with water, the straw appears to bend. When a straw is placed into a glass filled with sugar water, the straw appears to bend much more sharply than in the case of water alone. -
Page 55: Operation Sounds
• Operation Sounds Sounds Associated event MEASUREMENT COMPLETION Measurement is complete. MEASUREMENT ERROR A measurement error has occurred. LIMIT OVER The measurement value is above the user-configured upper/lower limit. ZERO SET END Zero-setting is complete. ZERO SET ERROR A zero-setting error has occurred. SETTING COMPLETION Settings have been saved. -
Page 56: Wait Time
• WAIT TIME It is a period of time for which the instrument waits to initiate measurement after "START" is touched. It can be set within the range of 0 to 999 seconds. • Number of Continuous Measurements It is the number of measurements the instrument takes automatically after "START" is touched once. It can be set within the range of 1 to 99 seconds. -
Page 57: Viewing Settings List From Scale Screen
• Viewing Settings List from SCALE Screen Setting Details Factory default SCALE TYPE Choose from Brix, nD (refractive index), user, #001 = Brix or special scales. #002 = nD SCALE NAME Enter up to 10 characters (only for user #001 = "Brix" scales). -
Page 58: Scale #001 (Brix) Settings
• SCALE #001 (Brix) Settings Item Factory default SCALE NAME Brix SCALE TYPE Brix USER (conversion table) ― USER SCALE UNIT ― MODE Continuous Measurements: Wait Time TEMP CONTROL ON (MODE-1) (ON/OFF) TARGET Temp 20.00℃ Resolution 0.001(5000i-Plus), 0.01(5000i/9000i), 0.1(7000i) LIMIT BAR (ON/OFF) LIMIT BAR -1.000 to 100.000 (5000i-Plus) (upper and lower limits) -
Page 59: Special Scales List
• Special Scales List Measurement Unit of Measurement Name Abbreviation temperature measurement Resolution range (℃) displayed Glucose 20℃ Glucose g/100g 0.01 0～85 * Glucose 30℃ Glucose30 g/100g 0.01 0～85 Fructose 20℃ Fructose g/100g 0.01 0～85 * Fructose 30℃ Fructose30 g/100g 0.01 0～85 HFCS-55 20℃... -
Page 60: Data Items Saved In Usb Flash Drive
• Data Items Saved in USB Flash Drive (* Items saved when "RESULT" is selected. See page 41 "Saving Data on USB Flash Drive".) Name Details Date Date of measurement Time Time of measurement Scale Name of scale used ("ZERO" for zero-setting) Brix Measurement value in Brix. - Page 61 Name Details DT.ID User ID used for date and time change SL.Date Date of system level setting SL.Time Time of system level setting SLvl Current system level SL.ID User ID used for system level setting...
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Page 62: Tips And Troubleshooting
Maintaining Main Body and Touchscreen ........................... 63 Self Diagnosis Feature ................................63 Inspection ......................................65 Cleaning Fan and Replacing Dust Filter ..........................66 Optional Add-ons and Consumable Items ......................... 67 Repair, Warranty, and Calibration Information ........................68 Instrument Specifications ................................69 ATAGO CO.,LTD. Service Centers............................71... -
Page 63: When Problems Arise
Turn the power off and wait for at least 1 minute to turn it back on. Immediately, re-set the target temperature. When the thermo module has gone out of order while operating: Turn the power off, unplug the power cable, and contact ATAGO. - Page 64 Re-do the mode setting. If the error message correctly during mode setting. continues to appear, turn the power off, unplug the power cable, and contact ATAGO. A wrong password was entered; Enter the correct password only for or an operation was attempted authorized operations.
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Page 65: Maintenance Tips
Maintenance Tips Maintaining Main Body and Touchscreen Follow the instructions below to clean the main body (except the sample stage) and touchscreen. 1. Turn the power off and unplug all cables. 2. Using a soft cloth, clean with a neutral detergent or a small amount of ethyl alcohol. Self Diagnosis Feature This feature can detect abnormal light volume and waveform. - Page 66 ※ When ERROR is displayed, If ERROR is displayed, If ERROR continues to perform the following clean the prism thoroughly appear, contact ATAGO. operations in MODE-1 at and touch "ENTER" to 20℃: perform the test again. ① Check if purified water measures within the accuracy range of ±0.010%...
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Page 67: Inspection
Test a sucrose solution every 1-2 months in MODE-1 at 20.00℃. Make a solution within the concentration range that is used most frequently. 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, and 50% sucrose solutions are available for purchase from ATAGO (see page 67 "Optional Add-ons and Consumable Items"). -
Page 68: Cleaning Fan And Replacing Dust Filter
Cleaning Fan and Replacing Dust Filter Dusty cooling fans, the intake fan on the back and the exhaust fan at the bottom, may cause malfunction of the instrument. Clean the fans regularly and replace the filter as necessary. (1) Intake cooling fan (back) Hook is located on the backside of the Filter... -
Page 69: Optional Add-Ons And Consumable Items
Optional Add-ons and Consumable Items Contact ATAGO or an authorized ATAGO distributor for purchasing of the items below. Name Catalog/part # Note Digital Printer DP-63 Cat.#3118 Thermal paper Digital Printer DP-AD Cat.#3123 Regular paper MAGIC (metal) RE-56180 1 pc MAGIC... -
Page 70: Repair, Warranty, And Calibration Information
* Replacement parts may become unavailable from the suppliers even within the 7-year period. Recommendation of periodic inspection and maintenance (Charged) To ensure long-term, precise and stable operation of the RX-i series, ATAGO recommend for the unit to be inspected periodically (at least once every two years). Periodic inspection services can be arranged through an Authorized ATAGO Distributor or directly from an Authorized Service Center. -
Page 71: Instrument Specifications
Instrument Specifications (Common Specifications on Page 70 "Common specifications") Automatic Digital Refractometer RX-5000i-Plus Cat.No.3275 Measurement range ① Refractive Index (nD): 1.32420 to 1.58000 ② Brix : 0.000 to 100.000% Resolution ① Refractive Index (nD): 0.00001 ② Brix: 0.001% ③ Temperature: 0.01℃ Measurement accuracy ①... - Page 72 Common specifications Measuring system Optical refraction critical angle detection system Constant-temperature Built-in thermo-module unit Measurement scales ① Refractive Index, ② Brix (Automatic Temperature Compensation), ③ User scale Temperature 5.00 to 75.00℃ compensation range Constant temperature 5.00 to 75.00℃ (No lower than 10℃ below or higher than 55℃ above the setting range ambient temperature) Temperature display...
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Page 73: Atago Co.,Ltd. Service Centers
ATAGO CO.,LTD. Service Centers ATAGO has Authorized Service Centers around the world. Below is the list of countries where you can find an ATAGO Authorized Service Center. If your ATAGO instrument requires servicing please contact ATAGO at the following e-mail address. - Page 74 1811K Printed in Japan...
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