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OPERATIONS MANUAL
ba76156e01 03/2014
pH 1310P
pH 1310
TruLab pH 1310(P)
pH METER

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  • Page 1 OPERATIONS MANUAL ba76156e01 03/2014 pH 1310P pH 1310 TruLab pH 1310(P) pH METER...
  • Page 2 TruLab pH 1310 For the most recent version of the manual, please visit www.ysi.com. Contact 1725 Brannum Lane Yellow Springs, OH 45387 USA Tel: +1 937-767-7241 800-765-4974 Email: environmental@ysi.com Internet: www.ysi.com © Copyright 2014 Xylem Inc. ba76156e01 03/2014...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TruLab pH 1310 Contents TruLab pH 1310 - Contents Overview ......... . 6 TruLab pH 1310 meter .
  • Page 4 Contents TruLab pH 1310 pH value......... . 22 Measuring .
  • Page 5 TruLab pH 1310 Contents 10.2 Operation / printing ....... . . 56 10.3 Printer settings .

  • Page 6: Overview

    Overview TruLab pH 1310 Overview TruLab pH 1310 meter The compact TruLab pH 1310 precision pH meter enables you to perform pH measurements rapidly and reliably. The TruLab pH 1310 provides the maximum degree of operating comfort, reli- ability and measuring certainty for all applications. The USB interface can be used for data transmission to a PC and for software updates of the meter.

  • Page 7: Trulab Ph 1310P Meter With Integrated Printer

    TruLab pH 1310 Overview TruLab pH 1310P meter with integrated printer The integrated printer of the TruLab pH 1310P enables to document measure- ments according to GLP requirements. The information concerning the printer of the TruLab pH 1310P is given in a separate chapter (see section 10 P RINTER ONLY H 1310P), page 55).

  • Page 8: Safety

    Safety TruLab pH 1310 Safety Safety information 2.1.1 Safety information in the operating manual This operating manual provides important information on the safe operation of the meter. Read this operating manual thoroughly and make yourself familiar with the meter before putting it into operation or working with it. The operating manual must be kept in the vicinity of the meter so you can always find the infor- mation you need.

  • Page 9: Safe Operation

    TruLab pH 1310 Safety Safe operation 2.2.1 Authorized use This meter is authorized exclusively for pH and ORP measurements in the laboratory. Only the operation and running of the meter according to the instructions and technical specifications given in this operating manual is authorized (see section 13 T , page 63).

  • Page 10: Commissioning

    Commissioning TruLab pH 1310 Commissioning Scope of delivery  pH meter TruLab pH 1310  4 batteries 1.5 V Mignon type AA  Power pack  USB cable  Stand  Stand holder  Comprehensive operating manual  Short instructions ...

  • Page 11: Inserting The Batteries

    TruLab pH 1310 Commissioning 3.3.1 Inserting the batteries You can operate the meter either with normal batteries or with rechargeable batteries (Ni-MH). In order to charge the batteries, an external charging device is required. 1 Battery compartment Open the battery compartment (1) on the underside of the meter. CAUTION Make sure that the poles of the batteries are positioned cor- rectly.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Power Pack

    Commissioning TruLab pH 1310 3.3.2 Connecting the power pack CAUTION The line voltage at the operating site must lie within the input voltage range of the original power pack (see section 13 T , page 63). NICAL DATA CAUTION Use original power packs only (see section 13 T ECHNICAL DATA page 63).

  • Page 13: Operation

    TruLab pH 1310 Operation Operation General operating principles 4.1.1 Keypad In this operating manual, keys are indicated by brackets <..> . The key symbol (e.g. <ENTER>) 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 14: Display

    Operation TruLab pH 1310 4.1.2 Display 6.093 25.0 °C AutoCal HOLD AR 01.02.2014 Menu USB output 08:00 1 Status information (sensor) 2 Measured value (with unit) 3 Measured parameter 4 Continuous measurement control (CMC function) 5 Sensor symbol (calibration evaluation, calibration interval) 6 Measured temperature (with unit) 7 Status information (meter) 8 Softkeys and date + time...

  • Page 15: Socket Field

    TruLab pH 1310 Operation 4.1.4 Socket field 1 pH electrode 2 Reference electrode 3 Temperature sensor 4 Mini USB-B interface 5 Power pack 6 Service interface CAUTION Only connect sensors to the meter that cannot return any volt- ages or currents that are not allowed (> SELV and > current circuit with current limiting).

  • Page 16: Switching Off

    Operation TruLab pH 1310 Switching off Press the <On/Off> key. Automatic switch-off The instrument has an automatic switch-off function in order to save the function batteries (see section 7.3.1 S , page 43). The automatic switchoff YSTEM switches off the measuring instrument if no key is pressed for an adjustable period.

  • Page 17: Menus And Dialogs

    TruLab pH 1310 Operation Operating Description mode Measuring The measurement data of the connected sensor are shown in the measured value display Calibration The course of a calibration with calibration information, func- tions and settings is displayed Storage in The meter stores measuring data automatically or manually memory Transmit- The meter transmits measurement data and calibration...

  • Page 18: Example 1 On Navigation: Setting The Language

    Operation TruLab pH 1310 General Language: English Beep Illumination Contrast 50 % Switchoff time 01.02.2014 Back 08:00  Functions Functions are designated by the name of the function. They are immediately carried out by confirming with <MENU/ENTER>. Example: Display the Calibration record function. Calibration record Calibration data storage Buffer...
  • Page 19 TruLab pH 1310 Operation 6.949 25.0 °C 01.02.2014 Menu USB output 08:00 Using <F1__>/[Menu], open the Storage & config menu. The instrument is in the setting mode. Storage & config System Data storage 01.02.2014 Back 08:00 Select the System submenu with <><>. The current selection is displayed with a frame.

  • Page 20: Example 2 On Navigation: Setting The Date And Time

    Operation TruLab pH 1310 General Language: English Beep Illumination Contrast 50 % Switchoff time 01.02.2014 Back 08:00 Open the setting mode for the Language with <MENU/ ENTER>. General Language: English Beep Illumination Contrast 50 % Switchoff time 01.02.2014 Back 08:00 Select the required language with <><>.
  • Page 21 TruLab pH 1310 Operation After a fall of the supply voltage (empty batteries), the date and time are reset. The date format can be switched from the display of day, month, year (dd.mm.yyyy) to the display of month, day, year (mm/dd/yyyy or mm.dd.yyyy). In the measured value display: Using <F1__>/[Menu], open the Storage &...

  • Page 22: Ph Value

    pH value TruLab pH 1310 pH value Measuring 5.1.1 Measuring the pH value When connecting an earthed PC, measurements cannot be performed in earthed media as the values would be incorrect. The USB interface is not galvanically isolated. To ensure the high measurement accuracy of the measuring sys- tem, always measure with a calibrated electrode (see section 5.2 , page 25).
  • Page 23 TruLab pH 1310 pH value Freeze the measured value with <AR>. The [HOLD] status indicator is displayed. The HOLD function is active. You can terminate the Stability control function and the HOLD func- tion with <AR> or <M> at any time. Using <ENTER>, activate the Stability control function manually.

  • Page 24: Measuring The Temperature

    pH value TruLab pH 1310 5.1.2 Measuring the temperature For reproducible pH and ORP measurements, it is essential to measure the temperature of the test sample. You have the following options to measure the temperature:  Automatic measurement of the temperature with the temperature sensor (NTC 30 or Pt 1000) integrated in the sensor.

  • Page 25: Calibration

    TruLab pH 1310 pH value Calibration 5.2.1 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 displayed. Calibration determines and stores the current values of the zero point and slope of the electrode.
  • Page 26 pH value TruLab pH 1310 Buffer -180.0 24.8 °C AutoCal YSI 01.02.2014 08:00 Thoroughly rinse the electrode with deionized water. Immerse the electrode in the first buffer solution. When measuring without temperature sensor: Measure the temperature of the buffer and enter it with <><>. Start the measurement with <ENTER>.
  • Page 27 TruLab pH 1310 pH value Start the measurement with <ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. A progress bar is displayed and the display of the measured parameter flashes. 7.000 Buffer 24.8 °C AutoCal YSI 01.02.2014...

  • Page 28: Manual Calibration (Concal)

    pH value TruLab pH 1310 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or termi- nate the stability control and take over the calibration value with <ENTER>. The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage display). If necessary, use <M> to finish calibration or Continue calibrating using the next buffer with <ENTER>.
  • Page 29 TruLab pH 1310 pH value Immerse the electrode in the first buffer solution. When measuring without temperature sensor: Measure the temperature of the buffer and enter it with <><>. Start the measurement with <ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed.
  • Page 30 pH value TruLab pH 1310 Immerse the electrode in the second buffer solution. When measuring without temperature sensor: Measure the temperature of the buffer and enter it with <><>. Start the measurement with <ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed.

  • Page 31: Calibration Points

    TruLab pH 1310 pH value Buffer 9.958   24.8 °C ConCal 01.02.2014 08:00 Set the nominal buffer value for the measured temperature with <><>. Accept the set calibration value with <ENTER>. The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage display). Use <M>...

  • Page 32: Calibration Data

    pH value TruLab pH 1310 5.2.6 Calibration data The calibration record is automatically transmitted to the interface after calibrating. Displaying the cali- The calibration record of the last calibration is to be found under the menu item, bration data <F1> / [Menu]Calibration / Calibration record. To open it, press the <CAL__> key in the measured value display.
  • Page 33 TruLab pH 1310 pH value Display Calibration Zero point Slope record [mV] [mV/pH] - 15 ... + 15 -60,5 ... -58,0 - 20 ... <-15 >-58,0 ... -57,0 >+15 ... + 20 - 25 ... <- 20 -61,0 ... <-60,5 >+ 20 ...

  • Page 34: Continuous Measurement Control (Cmc Function)

    pH value TruLab pH 1310 5.2.7 Continuous measurement control (CMC function) The Continuous Measurement Control (CMC function) facilitates to evaluate the current measured value instantly and definitely. After each successful calibration the scale of the pH measuring range is displayed in the measured value display. Here you can very clearly see whether or not the current measured value is in the calibrated part of the measuring range.

  • Page 35: Orp Voltage

    TruLab pH 1310 ORP voltage ORP voltage Measuring 6.1.1 Measuring the ORP When connecting an earthed PC, measurements cannot be performed in earthed media as the values would be incorrect. The USB interface is not galvanically isolated. Connect the ORP electrode to the meter. If necessary, select the mV display with <M>.
  • Page 36 ORP voltage TruLab pH 1310 Measured parame- Time interval Stability in the time interval ORP voltage 15 seconds ∆ : Better than 0.3 mV Temperature 15 seconds ∆ : Better than 0.5 °C The minimum duration until a measured value is assessed as stable is the monitored time interval.

  • Page 37: Measuring The Temperature

    TruLab pH 1310 ORP voltage Release the frozen measured value again with <AR>. The HOLD function is switched off. The [HOLD] status display disappears. 6.1.2 Measuring the temperature For reproducible ORP measurements, it is essential to measure the tempera- ture of the test sample. You have the following options to measure the temperature: ...

  • Page 38: Settings

    Settings TruLab pH 1310 Settings Measurement settings 7.1.1 Changing the settings for pH measurements The settings are made in the menu for calibration and measurement settings of the pH/ORP measurement. To open the settings, display the required parame- ter in the measured value display and press the <F1>/[menu] or <MENU/ ENTER>...

  • Page 39: Buffer Sets For Calibration

    TruLab pH 1310 Settings Menu item Possible set- Description ting Calibration /Buffer Buffer sets to be used for pH cali- ConCal bration (see section 5.2 C ALIBRA NIST/DIN , page 25). TION Calibration /One Quick calibration with 1 buffer point calibration Calibration /Cali- 1 ...
  • Page 40 Settings TruLab pH 1310 Buffer set * pH values YSI * 4.000 25 °C 7.000 10.000 ConCal NIST/DIN 1.679 25 °C DIN buffers according to DIN 19266 4.006 and NIST Traceable Buffers 6.865 9.180 12.454 2.000 25 °C Technical buffers 4.010 7.000 10.011...
  • Page 41 TruLab pH 1310 Settings Buffer set * pH values Fisher * 2.007 25 °C 4.002 7.004 10.002 Fluka BS * 4.006 25 °C 6.984 8.957 Radiometer * 1.678 25 °C 4.005 7.000 9.180 Baker * 4.006 25 °C 6.991 10.008 Metrohm * 3.996 25 °C...

  • Page 42: Calibration Interval

    Settings TruLab pH 1310 Buffer set * pH values Reagecon 25 * 2.000 25 °C 4.000 7.000 10.000 13.000 Chemsolute * 2,000 20 °C 4,000 7,000 10,000 USABlueBook * 4,000 25 °C 7,000 10,000 Brand names or trade names are trademarks of their respective owners pro- tected by law.

  • Page 43: Sensor-Independent Settings

    TruLab pH 1310 Settings ter in the measured value display and press the <F1>/[menu] or <MENU/ ENTER> key. After completing the settings, switch to the measured value dis- play with <M>. Default settings are printed in bold. Menu item Possible Description setting Man.

  • Page 44: Data Storage

    Settings TruLab pH 1310 Menu item Possible set- Description ting System / General / 10 min ... 1h ... Adjusts the switch-off time Switchoff time 24 h System / Interface / 1200, 2400, Baud rate of the data interface Baud rate 4800, 9600, 19200 System / Interface /...

  • Page 45: Resetting The Measurement Settings

    TruLab pH 1310 Settings 7.4.1 Resetting the measurement settings The calibration data are reset to the default settings together with the measuring parameters. Recalibrate after performing a reset. The following settings for pH measurements are reset to the default settings with the Reset function: Setting Default settings...
  • Page 46 Settings TruLab pH 1310 The system settings are reset in the menu, Storage & config / System / Reset. To open the Storage & config menu, press the <F1__>[Menu] key in the measured value display. ba76156e01 03/2014...

  • Page 47: Data Storage

    TruLab pH 1310 Data storage Data storage You can transmit measured values (datasets) to the data storage:  Manual storage (see section 8.1 M , page 47) ANUAL STORAGE  Automatic storage at intervals (see section 8.2 A UTOMATIC STORAGE AT , page 48) INTERVALS Each storage process transmits the current dataset to the interface at the same...

  • Page 48: Automatic Storage At Intervals

    Data storage TruLab pH 1310  To erase the entire storage, confirm Yes.  To cancel the storage process and switch to the measured value display, confirm No. Then you can e.g. transmit the stored data to a PC (see section 8.3.1 E , page 50) and subsequently DITING THE MEASURED VALUE STORAGE...
  • Page 49 TruLab pH 1310 Data storage Settings You can configure the automatic storage function with the following settings: Menu item Possible set- Description ting ID number 1 ... 10000 ID number for the dataset series. Interval 1 s, 5 s, 10 s, Storage interval.

  • Page 50: Measurement Data Storage

    Data storage TruLab pH 1310 saving mode switches off functions of the meter that are not required for the automatic storage of measurement data (such as the display). By pressing any key the energy saving mode is switched off again. Terminating the Proceed as follows to switch off the automatic storage function before the automatic storage...
  • Page 51 TruLab pH 1310 Data storage Settings Menu item Setting/ Description function Data storage / Displays all measurement datasets Manual data storage / page by page. Display Further options:  Scroll through the datasets with <><>.  Output the displayed dataset to the interface with <F2>/[USB output].

  • Page 52: Erasing The Measurement Data Storage

    Data storage TruLab pH 1310 Quitting the display To quit the display of stored measurement datasets, you have the following options:  Switch directly to the measured value display with <M>.  Quit the display and move to the next higher menu level with <F1>/[Back]. 8.3.2 Erasing the measurement data storage Erasing the measurement data storage (see section 8.3.1 E DITING THE...

  • Page 53: Transmitting Data (Usb Interface)

    TruLab pH 1310 Transmitting data (USB interface) Transmitting data (USB interface) 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...

  • Page 54: Connecting A Pc

    Transmitting data (USB interface) TruLab pH 1310 Connecting a PC Connect the TruLab pH 1310 to the PC via the USB interface. NOTE When connecting an earthed PC, measurements cannot be performed in earthed media as the values would be incorrect. The USB interface is not galvanically isolated.

  • Page 55: Printer (Only Trulab Ph 1310P)

    TruLab pH 1310 Printer (only TruLab pH 1310P) Printer (only TruLab pH 1310P) 1 Operating LED – Illuminated: Printer is switched on – Flashing: Printer is switched off 2 Control panel with the keys <ON/FEED> and <OFF> 3 Lever to open the paper compartment 4 Lid of the paper compartment 10.1 Commissioning / switching the printer on or off Switching on the...

  • Page 56: Operation / Printing

    Printer (only TruLab pH 1310P) TruLab pH 1310 10.2 Operation / printing Data are only output to the printer if the following conditions are met  Data are transmitted manually or automatically (see section 9.1 O PTIONS , page 53) FOR DATA TRANSMISSION ...

  • Page 57: What To Do If

    TruLab pH 1310 Printer (only TruLab pH 1310P) 10.5 What to do if... / printer Cause Remedy Integrated printer – Printer switched off – Switch on the printer does not print (LED flashing) (LED illuminated) – No power pack connected –...

  • Page 58: Maintenance, Cleaning, Disposal

    Maintenance, cleaning, disposal TruLab pH 1310 Maintenance, cleaning, disposal 11.1 Maintenance 11.1.1 General maintenance activities The only maintenance activity required is replacing the batteries. See the relevant operating manuals of the electrodes for instruc- tions on maintenance. 11.1.2 Replacing the batteries You can operate the meter either with normal batteries or with rechargeable batteries (Ni-MH).

  • Page 59: Cleaning

    TruLab pH 1310 Maintenance, cleaning, disposal Close the battery compartment (1). The date (day) flashes on the display. Set the date and time (see section 4.4.6 E XAMPLE ON NAVIGATION , page 20) ETTING THE DATE AND TIME Dispose of used batteries according to the local regulations of your country.

  • Page 60: What To Do If

    What to do if... TruLab pH 1310 What to do if... 12.1 pH/ORP More information and instructions on cleaning and exchange of sensors are given in the documentation of your sensor. Error message The measured value is outside the measuring range. OFL, UFL Cause Remedy...
  • Page 61 TruLab pH 1310 What to do if... No stable measured Cause Remedy value pH electrode: – Junction contaminated – Clean junction – Membrane contaminated – Clean membrane Test sample: – pH value not stable – Measure with air excluded if necessary –...

  • Page 62: General Information

    What to do if... TruLab pH 1310 12.2 General information Sensor symbol Cause Remedy flashes – Calibration interval expired – Recalibrate the measuring system Display Cause Remedy – Batteries almost empty – Replace the batteries (see section 11.1 M AINTENANCE page 58) Instrument does not Cause...

  • Page 63: Technical Data

    TruLab pH 1310 Technical data Technical data 13.1 Measuring ranges, resolution, accuracy Measuring ranges, Parameter Measuring range Resolution resolution -2.0 ... +20.0 -2.00 ... +20.00 0.01 -2.000 ... +19.999 0.001 U [mV] -1200.0 ... +1200.0 -2500 ... +2500 T [°C] -5.0 ...

  • Page 64: General Data

    Technical data TruLab pH 1310 13.2 General data Dimensions TruLab pH 1310: Approx. 230 x 190 x 80 mm TruLab pH 1310 P: Approx. 280 x 230 x 80 mm Weight TruLab pH 1310: Approx. 0.8 kg TruLab pH 1310 P: Approx.
  • Page 65 TruLab pH 1310 Technical data Guidelines EC directive 2004/108/EC and norms used EN 61326-1 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 FCC Class A Meter safety EC directive 2006/95/EC EN 61010-1 UL 61010-1 CAN/CSA-C22.2#61010-1 IP protection class EN 60529 FCC Class A Equipment Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 66: Firmware Update

    Firmware update TruLab pH 1310 Firmware update Available firmware updates are provided on the Internet. With the firmware update program and a PC you can update the firmware of the TruLab pH 1310 to the newest version. For the update you have to connect the meter to a PC. For the update via the USB interface, the following is required: ...

  • Page 67: Glossary

    TruLab pH 1310 Glossary Glossary pH/ORP Asymmetry see zero point Electromotive force of The electromotive force U of the combination electrode is the measur- an electrode able electromotive force of an electrode in a solution. It equals the sum of all the galvanic voltages of the combination electrode. Its dependency on the pH results in the electrode function, which is char- acterized by the parameters, slope and zero point.
  • Page 68 Glossary TruLab pH 1310 Measured value The measured value is the special value of a measured parameter to be determined. It is given as a combination of the numerical value and unit (e. g. 3 m; 0.5 s; 5.2 A; 373.15 K). Molality Molality is the quantity (in Mol) of a dissolved substance in 1000 g sol- vent.

  • Page 69: Index

    TruLab pH 1310 Index Index Measuring ORP voltage ....35 Automatic switch-off ....16 pH .
  • Page 70 Index TruLab pH 1310 ba76156e01 03/2014...

  • Page 71: Contact Information

    TruLab pH 1310 Contact Information Contact Information 17.1 Ordering & Technical Support Telephone: (800) 897-4151 (937) 767-7241 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET Fax: (937) 767-1058 Email: environmental@ysi.com Mail: YSI Incorporated 1725 Brannum Lane Yellow Springs, OH 45387 Internet: www.ysi.com When placing an order please have the following information available:...
  • Page 72 Contact Information TruLab pH 1310 ba76156e01 03/2014...
  • Page 74 150 countries, we have strong, long-standing relationships with customers who know us for our powerful combination of leading product brands and applications expertise, backed by a legacy of innovation. For more information on how Xylem can help you, go to www.xyleminc.com 1725 Brannum Lane Yellow Springs, OH 45387 Tel: +1 937-767-7241;...

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