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VWR pH 1100 H Operating Manual

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pH 1100 H - pH Meter
EU cat. no
NA cat. no
662-1659
76460-504
ba77069e05
05/2021

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  • Page 1 Operating manual ® pH 1100 H - pH Meter EU cat. no NA cat. no 662-1659 76460-504 ba77069e05 05/2021...
  • Page 2 1100 H Legal Address of Manufacturer: Europe United States VWR International BV VWR International LLC Researchpark Haasrode 2020 100 Matsonford Rd Geldenaaksebaan 464 Radnor, PA 19087 B-3001 Leuven +1 800-932-5000 +32 16 385011 www.vwr.com http://be.vwr.com Importer to UK: VWR International Ltd...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents pH 1100 H - Contents Safety ........5 Authorized use .
  • Page 4 Contents pH 1100 H 5.4.8 Carrying out a manual calibration (AnyCal) ..38 5.4.9 Displaying calibration records ....41 Data memory ........43 5.5.1...

  • Page 5: Safety

    1100 H Safety Safety This operating manual contains basic instructions that you must follow during the commissioning, operation and maintenance of the meter. Consequently, all responsible personnel must read this operating man- ual before working with the meter. The operating manual must always be available within the vicinity of the meter.

  • Page 6: Authorized Use

    Safety pH 1100 H Authorized use This meter is authorized exclusively for pH and ORP measurements in a laboratory or field environment. The technical specifications as given in chapter 3 T must ECHNICAL DATA be observed. Only the operation and running of the meter according to the instructions given in this operating manual is authorized.
  • Page 7 1100 H Safety Safe operation If safe operation is no longer possible, the meter must be taken out of service and secured against inadvertent operation! Safe operation is no longer possible if the meter:  has been damaged in transport ...

  • Page 8: Overview

    Overview pH 1100 H Overview The compact pH 1100 H precision pH meter enables you to perform pH measurements rapidly and reliably. The pH 1100 H provides the maxi- mum degree of operating comfort, reliability and measuring certainty for all applications.

  • Page 9: Keypad

    1100 H Overview Keypad In this operating manual, keys are indicated by brackets <..> . <OK> The key symbol (e.g. ) generally indicates a short keystroke (under 2 sec) in this operating manual. A long keystroke (approx. 2 sec) is indicated by the underscore behind the key symbol (e.g.

  • Page 10: Display

    Overview pH 1100 H Display 6.093 25.0 °C HOLD 15.03.2014 USB output Menu 10:00 1 Status information 2 Measured value (with unit) 3 Measured parameter 4 Sensor symbol (calibration evaluation, calibration interval) 5 Measured temperature (with unit) 6 Status line...

  • Page 11: Connectors

    1100 H Overview Connectors 1 pH electrode 2 Reference electrode / temperature sensor 3 Reference electrode / temperature sensor 4 USB B (device) interface 5 Service interface Caution Only connect sensors to the meter that cannot return any voltages or currents that are not allowed (>...

  • Page 12: Technical Data

    Technical data pH 1100 H Technical data General data Dimensions ca. 180 x 80 x 55 mm Weight Approx. 0.4 kg Mechanical structure Type of protection IP 67 Electrical safety Protective class Test certificates Ambient Storage - 25 °C ... + 65 °C...

  • Page 13: Measuring Ranges, Resolution, Accuracy

    1100 H Technical data Measuring ranges, resolution, accuracy Measuring ranges, Variable Measuring range Resolution resolution - 2.0 ... + 20.0 - 2.00 ... + 20.00 0.01 - 2.000 ... + 19.999 0.001 U [mV] - 2500 ... + 2500 - 1200.0 ...

  • Page 14: Commissioning

    Commissioning pH 1100 H Commissioning Scope of delivery  pH meter pH 1100 H  4 batteries 1.5 V Mignon type AA  Short instructions  CD-ROM with – USB drivers – detailed operating manual – Software MultiLab Importer Initial commissioning Perform the following activities: ...

  • Page 15: Switching On The Meter

    1100 H Commissioning Caution Make sure that the poles of the batteries are positioned correctly. ± The ± signs on the batteries must correspond to the signs in the battery compartment. Note Alternatively, you can also use Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (type Mignon AA).

  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation pH 1100 H Operation Switching on the meter <On/Off> Switching on Press the key. The meter performs a self-test. The display shows the manufacturer's logo while the self-test is being performed. The measured value display appears. 6.949 25.0 °C 15.03.2014...

  • Page 17: General Operating Principles

    An overview of the operating elements and the display is given in sec- display tion 2.1 and section 2.2. Operating modes, An overview of the operating modes and navigation of the pH 1100 H navigation is given in section 5.2.1 and section 5.2.2. 5.2.1 Operating modes The instrument has the following operating modes: ...

  • Page 18: Navigation

    Operation pH 1100 H 5.2.2 Navigation Measured value display In the measured value display, you can <F1>  open the menu for calibration and measurement settings with (short keystroke)  open the system menu with the sensor-independent settings by <F1>...
  • Page 19 1100 H Operation  Functions Functions are designated by the name of the function. They are <OK> immediately carried out by confirming with Example: Display the Calibration record function. Calibration record Calibration data storage Buffer One point calibration Calibration interval...

  • Page 20: Navigation Example 1:Setting The Language

    Operation pH 1100 H 5.2.3 Navigation example 1:Setting the language <On/Off> Press the key. The measured value display appears. The instrument is in the measuring mode. 6.949 25.0 °C 15.03.2014 Menu USB output 08:00 <F1__> Using /[Menu], open the Storage & config menu.
  • Page 21 1100 H Operation System General Interface Clock Service information Reset 15.03.2014 Back 08:00 < >< >   Select the General submenu with The current selection is displayed with a frame. <OK> Open the General submenu with General Language:...

  • Page 22: Example 2 On Navigation: Setting The Date And Time

    Operation pH 1100 H <OK> Confirm the setting with The meter switches to the measuring mode. The selected language is active. 5.2.4 Example 2 on navigation: Setting the date and time The meter has a clock with a date function. The date and time are indi- cated in the status line of the measured value display.
  • Page 23 1100 H Operation Clock Date format dd.mm.yyyy Date 15.03.2014 Time 14:53:40 15.03.2014 Back 08:00 < >< > <OK>   Change and confirm the setting with The minutes are highlighted. < >< > <OK>   Change and confirm the setting with The seconds are highlighted.

  • Page 24: Sensor-Independent Settings

    Operation pH 1100 H Sensor-independent settings The Storage & config menu comprises the following settings:  System (see section 5.3.1).  Data storage (see section 5.3.2) 5.3.1 System Overview The following sensor-independent meter characteristics can be adjusted in the Storage & config/System menu: ...

  • Page 25: Data Storage

    This menu contains all functions to display, edit and erase stored mea- sured values and calibration records. Note Detailed information on the memory functions of the pH 1100 H is given in section 5.5. 5.3.3 Automatic Stability control The automatic Stability control (AutoRead) function continuously checks the stability of the measurement signal.

  • Page 26: Ph Value / Orp Voltage

    Operation pH 1100 H pH value / ORP voltage 5.4.1 General information You can measure the following parameters:  pH value [ ]  ORP [mV] Attention When a grounded PC is connected, measurements cannot be per- formed in grounded media as incorrect values would result.

  • Page 27: Measuring The Ph Value

    1100 H Operation 5.4.2 Measuring the pH value Perform the preparatory activities according to section 5.4.1. Immerse the pH electrode in the test sample. 6.949 25.0 °C 15.03.2014 Menu USB output 08:00 <MODE> Select the pH or mV display with...

  • Page 28: Measuring The Orp

    Operation pH 1100 H <HOLD> Release the frozen measured value again with <MODE> The [HOLD] status display disappears. The display switches back to the previous indication. 5.4.3 Measuring the ORP Note ORP electrodes are not calibrated. However, you can check ORP elec- trodes using a test solution.

  • Page 29: Settings For Ph And Orp Measurements

    1100 H Operation Measured Time interval Stability during the time parameter interval Δ : better than 0.5 °C Temperature 15 seconds The minimum duration until a measured value is assessed as stable is the monitored time interval. The actual duration is mostly longer.
  • Page 30 Operation pH 1100 H Menu item Possible Explanation setting Calibration / Buffer Buffer sets to be used for AnyCal pH calibration. NIST/DIN More buffers and details, TEC 2 see section 5.4.5. Calibration / Calibra- Displays the last calibra- tion data storage tion records.

  • Page 31: Ph Calibration

    1100 H Operation Menu item Possible Explanation setting Reset Resets all sensor settings to the delivery condition (see section 5.8.1). 5.4.5 pH calibration Why calibrate? pH electrodes age. This changes the zero point (asymmetry) and slope of the pH electrode. As a result, an inexact measured value is dis- played.
  • Page 32 Operation pH 1100 H Buffer set * pH values Merck 1* 4.000 20°C 7.000 9.000 Merck 2 * 1.000 20°C 6.000 8.000 13.000 Merck 3 * 4.660 20°C 6.880 9.220 Merck 4 * 2.000 20°C 4.000 7.000 10.000 Merck 5 * 4.010...
  • Page 33 1100 H Operation Note You can display the slope in the units, mV/pH or % (see page 29). Stability control The calibration procedure automatically activates the stability control function. The current measurement with stability control can be termi- nated at any time (accepting the current value).

  • Page 34: Calibration Interval

    Operation pH 1100 H Display Calibration Zero point Slope record [mV] [mV/pH] -25 ... +25 -61 ... -60.5 -57 ... -56 -30 ... +30 -62 ... -61 -56 ... -50 Clean the electrode according to the electrode operating manual < -30 or ...

  • Page 35: Carrying Out Automatic Calibration (Autocal)

    1100 H Operation <OK> Confirm the setting with <MODE> Quit the menu with 5.4.7 Carrying out automatic calibration (AutoCal) Make sure that in the sensor menu, Buffer menu, the buffer set is cor- rectly selected (see page 29). Use any one to five buffer solutions of the selected buffer set in ascend- ing or descending order.
  • Page 36 Operation pH 1100 H <OK> Start the measurement with The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parame- ter flashes. 10.000 Buffer -180.0 24.8 °C AutoCal TEC 15.03.2014 08:00 Wait for the end of the measurement with stability control or <OK>...
  • Page 37 1100 H Operation 7.000 Buffer 24.8 °C AutoCal TEC 15.03.2014 08:00 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration <OK> value with The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage dis- play).

  • Page 38: Carrying Out A Manual Calibration (Anycal)

    Operation pH 1100 H Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration <OK> value with The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage dis- play). <MODE> If necessary, use to finish calibration or <OK>...
  • Page 39 1100 H Operation Immerse the electrode in buffer solution 1. When measuring without temperature sensor: Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it < >< >   with <OK> Start the measurement with The measured value is checked for stability (stability control).
  • Page 40 Operation pH 1100 H (-59.2 mV/pH at 25 °C) and determines the zero point of the electrode. Continuing with two- Thoroughly rinse the electrode with deionized water. point calibration Immerse the electrode in buffer solution 2. When measuring without temperature sensor: Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it <...

  • Page 41: Displaying Calibration Records

    1100 H Operation <OK> Start the measurement with The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parame- ter flashes. Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration <OK>...
  • Page 42 Operation pH 1100 H Menu item Setting/ Explanation function Calibration / Displays the calibration record. Calibration data stor- age / Display Further options:  Scroll through the calibration < >< >   records with  Output the displayed calibra-...

  • Page 43: Data Memory

     Calibration evaluation: +++, ++, +, -, or no evaluation Storage locations The pH 1100 H meter has two measurement data memories. The mea- sured values recorded either manually or automatic are stored sepa- rately in individual measurement data memories.

  • Page 44: Automatic Storage At Intervals

    Operation pH 1100 H Manual data storage 4 From 200 15.03.2014 11:24:16 pH 7.000 24.8 °C AR +++ ID number: Continue 15.03.2014 Back 08:00 If necessary, change and confirm the ID number (1 ... 10000) < >< > <OK> ...
  • Page 45 1100 H Operation mits the current dataset to the interface at the same time. Configuring the <STR > Press the key. automatic storage The menu for automatic data storage appears. function Automatic data storage Adjusted entire storage ID number...
  • Page 46 Operation pH 1100 H < >< >   Starting the automatic To start the automatic storage function, select Continue with <OK> storage function and confirm with . The meter switches to the measured value display. Remaining storage duration 6.949 25.0...

  • Page 47: Editing The Measurement Data Memory

    1100 H Operation Warning Stop automatic storage? 15.03.2014 Back 08:00 < >< > <OK>   Using , select Yes and confirm with The meter switches to the measured value display. The automatic data storage function is terminated. 5.5.3 Editing the measurement data memory The contents of the manual or automatic measurement data memory can be shown on the display.
  • Page 48 Operation pH 1100 H Settings Menu item Setting/ Explanation function Data storage / Displays all measurement Manual data storage / datasets page by page. Display Further options:  Scroll through the data- < >< >   sets with  Output the displayed data- set to the interface with <F2>...

  • Page 49: Erasing The Measurement Data Memory

    1100 H Operation Example 30.03.2014 09:56:20 pH 1100 H Ser. no. 08502113 ID number 2 6.012 24.8 °C, AR, +++ ________________________________________ 30.03.2014 10:56:20 pH 1100 H Ser. no. 08502113 ID number 2 6.012 24.8 °C, AR, +++ ________________________________________ Quitting the display...

  • Page 50: Transmitting Data (Usb Interface)

    Operation pH 1100 H Transmitting data (USB interface) 5.6.1 Options for data transmission Via the USB interface you can transmit data to a PC. The following table shows which data are transmitted to the interface in which way: Data Control Operation / description <F2>...

  • Page 51: Connecting A Pc

    1100 H Operation 5.6.2 Connecting a PC Connect the pH 1100 H to the PC via the USB interface. Attention The USB interface is not galvanically isolated. When a grounded PC is connected, measurements cannot be per- formed in grounded media as incorrect values would result.

  • Page 52: Reset

    Operation pH 1100 H Reset You can reset (initialize) all sensor settings and sensor-independent settings separately from each other. 5.8.1 Resetting the measurement settings Note The calibration data are reset to the default settings together with the measuring parameters. Recalibrate after performing a reset.

  • Page 53: Resetting The System Settings

    1100 H Operation 5.8.2 Resetting the system settings The following system settings can be reset to the default status: Setting Default settings Language English Beep Baud rate 4800 Baud Output format ASCII Contrast 50 % Illumination Auto Switchoff time The system settings are reset in the menu, Storage &...

  • Page 54: Maintenance, Cleaning, Disposal, Accessories

    Maintenance, cleaning, disposal, accessories pH 1100 H Maintenance, cleaning, disposal, accessories Maintenance The only maintenance activity required is replacing the batteries. Note See the relevant operating manuals of the electrodes for instructions on maintenance. 6.1.1 Replacing the batteries Unscrew the screws (1) on the underside of the meter.

  • Page 55: Cleaning

    1100 H Maintenance, cleaning, disposal, accessories Place four batteries (type Mignon AA) in the battery compart- ment. Close the battery compartment. Cleaning Occasionally wipe the outside of the measuring instrument with a damp, lint-free cloth. Disinfect the housing with isopropanol as required.

  • Page 56: Accessories

    Maintenance, cleaning, disposal, accessories pH 1100 H Accessories 6.5.1 General information Order no. (Catalogue No.) Accessories Storage tube 662-1167 89236-592 COMMUNICATION KIT 662-1225 76470-840 (CD-ROM, USB cable, Manual) Articulated stand for 4 electrodes and 662-1169 temperature sensor Storage vessel 662-1248 6.5.2 pH / ORP...
  • Page 57 1100 H Maintenance, cleaning, disposal, accessories Order no. (Catalogue No.) Electrodes (pH) pHenomenal MIC 220 662-1163 PH ELECTRODE PHENOMENAL MICRO REFILL BNC pHenomenal SPEAR 220 662-1164 PH ELECTRODE PHENOMENAL COMB. SPEAR TYPE pHenomenal LS 221 662-1247 76460-462 PH ELEKTRODE PHENOMENAL 3IN1...
  • Page 58 Maintenance, cleaning, disposal, accessories pH 1100 H Solutions Buffer pH 4 AVS TITRINORM, 100 32095.184 Buffer pH 7 AVS TITRINORM, 100 32096.187 Buffer pH 10 AVS TITRINORM, 32040.185 100 ml Buffer NIST pH 4.01, 30 x 30 ml 1.99001.0001 - Buffer NIST pH 7, 30 x 30 ml 1.99002.0001 -...

  • Page 59: What To Do If

    1100 H What to do if... What to do if... Error message Cause Remedy OFL, UFL pH electrode: – Measured value outside the – Use suitable electrode measuring range – Air bubble in front of the junc- – Remove air bubble tion –...
  • Page 60 What to do if... pH 1100 H No stable measured Cause Remedy value pH electrode: – Junction contaminated – Clean the junction – Membrane contaminated – Clean membrane Test sample: – pH value not stable – Measure with air excluded if necessary –...
  • Page 61 1100 H What to do if... Obviously incorrect Cause Remedy measured values pH electrode: – pH electrode unsuitable – Use suitable electrode – Temperature difference – Adjust temperature of buf- between buffer and test sam- fer or sample solutions ple too great –...

  • Page 62: Firmware Update

     a free USB interface (virtual COM port) on the PC  the driver for the USB interface (on the enclosed CD-ROM)  the USB cable (included in the scope of delivery of the pH 1100 H). Program installation Install the downloaded firmware update on a PC.

  • Page 63: Lists

    1100 H Lists Lists This chapter provides additional information and orientation aids. Specialist terms The glossary briefly explains the meaning of the specialist terms. How- ever, terms that should already be familiar to the target group are not described here.
  • Page 64 Lists pH 1100 H The ORP is caused by oxidizing or reducing substances dissolved in water if these substances become effective on an electrode surface (e.g. a gold or platinum surface). pH value The pH value is a measure of the acidic or basic effect of an aqueous solution.
  • Page 65 1100 H Lists Index Authorized use ..... . . 6 Measured value display ....18 Automatic switch-off function .
  • Page 66 Lists pH 1100 H Temperature measurement pH ......26 Three-point calibration pH ......37, 40 Transmitting data .

  • Page 67: Technical Service

    The customer is responsible for applying for and obtaining the neces- sary regulatory approvals or other authorizations necessary to run or use the product in its local environment. VWR will not be held liable for any related omission or for not obtaining the required approval or authorization, unless any refusal is due to a defect of the product.
  • Page 68 Compliance with local laws and regulations pH 1100 H ba77069e05 05/2021...
  • Page 70 Local VWR offices in Europe and Asia Pacific Hungary Austria Poland VWR Interna onal Kft. VWR Interna onal GmbH VWR Interna onal Sp. z o.o. Simon László u. 4. Graumanngasse 7 Limbowa 5 4034 Debrecen 1150 Vienna 80-175 Gdansk Tel.: +36 (52) 521-130 Tel.: +43 01 97 002 0...

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