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Operations Manual Electrochemistry Meters Update Meter Software to Ensure Optimum Performance www.thermofisher.com/orionsoftware Orion Pro Star DO213 Dissolved Oxygen Bench Meter User Manual 68X002727 | Revision 01 | December 2024...
Orion ™ Pro Star DO213 dissolved oxygen bench meter. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO bench meters are designed to provide accurate and reliable testing in laboratories that need a modern, easy-to-operate meter with advanced performance and reliable data reporting. Orion Pro Star DO213 bench meters offer the following measurements: •...
Secure a wide range of electrodes using the various electrode holder options. Neatly organize electrode cables in the built-in side channels of the stand. All Orion Pro Star DO213 meters include an electrode stand, USB flash drive, computer cable and universal 100-240V 50/60 Hz power adapter with wall plugs for US/Japan, Euro, UK/Singapore, Australia/New Zealand and China.
Wipe the display panel with a clean microfiber cloth, taking care to wipe lightly to avoid scratching the meter display. The meter housing can also be cleaned using a clean microfiber cloth dampened with IPA (isopropyl alcohol) for disinfection purposes. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
Chapter 2 Getting Started Refer to the 3.9 Information & Help section and Meter Tours to access onscreen tours that explain how to use important meter functions including meter connections and electrode stand assembly. 2.1 Universal Power Supply Assembly A universal power adapter (catalog number PSTAR-PWR) with US/Japan, Euro, UK/Singapore, Australia/New Zealand and China wall plug plates is included with the meter.
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You are now ready to turn on the meter. CAUTION: Use of a surge protector or uninterrupted power supply (UPS) is recommended, as an unintended power surge of electricity to the meter may damage the meter and void the warranty. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
2.2 Electrode Stand Installation The included electrode stand (catalog number PSTAR-ARM) facilitates secure, smooth movement of electrodes into and out of solutions. A weighted base provides flexible placement of the stand around the meter. Several electrode holder and clip options accommodate a wide range of electrode types. Built-in side channels allow electrode cables to be neatly organized inside the stand.
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15mm diameter. e. The 20° angled holder secures gas-sensing ion selective electrodes (ISEs) including the ammonia electrode, catalog number 9512BNWP and high performance ammonia electrode, catalog number 9512HPBNWP. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
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The RDO clip holds optical dissolved oxygen electrodes. Attach the RDO clip to the holder head by sliding the clip down on top of the tab on the front of the holder head. Use the side channels built into the electrode arm to organize the electrode cables. Press the electrode cables into the 4 grips inside the arm channels to secure the cables in place.
• Connect 1 USB flash drive with a USB-A plug to the meter for data transfer. • Connect 1 USB accessory (barcode scanner, mouse or keypad) with USB-A plug to the meter for alphanumeric character entry into meter fields including sample ID. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
2.3.3 Back Panel Meter Inputs Most meter inputs are located on the back panel of the meter. Each input has a protective cap that protects the meter from dust and water intrusion. For maximum protection, keep the protective caps securely closed unless the input is in use. Power Input: Connect the power adapter, with twist-and-lock plug, to the meter.
The first time the meter is powered on, it launches the meter setup wizard. Follow the displayed steps to set critical meter and measurement settings. View detailed information on additional settings in the 3.2 Settings section. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
2.5 Touchscreen Functions Orion Pro Star meters offer a 7” capacitive touchscreen interface that is compatible with most nitrile laboratory gloves. • Key interaction points on the screen are blue for easy navigation. • For screens with extended data, easily scroll by touching and sliding the display up and down. Optionally, a USB mouse can be connected to the meter and used to operate the touchscreen interface if direct contact with the screen is not desirable.
Graph: Tap the blue Graph text to view the current measurement as a graph with temperature. • Select the Read Type to change how the graph tracks measurements over time. • Tap the Display Temperature button to show or hide temperature measurements. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
2.5.1.2 Basic Measure Mode View Refer to the 3.2.1 Instrument Settings section and Display settings and select Basic as the Custom Measure Layout to view a simplified version of the measure mode. The default meter setting is Advanced as the Custom Measure Layout and all user-selectable information (i.e. instrument name, sample ID, electrode ID, method) will only be shown when it is entered in the settings menus.
2.6 Electrode Information The Orion Pro Star DO213 meter is compatible with a DO electrode with 9-pin MiniDIN connector. The Orion Pro Star DO213 meter is available in a meter only configuration (purchase electrode separately) or in meter kits with electrodes and solutions included for different applications.
Chapter 3 Main Menu 3.1 Main Menu Tap the Main Menu icon in the measure mode to access the Main Menu. • Settings: View and customize instrument and measurement settings. • Calibrate: Perform all calibration functions, including temperature and barometer calibrations. •...
• DO Settings: View and customize measurement settings for dissolved oxygen, including temperature, measure mode, sample ID, alarms, resolution, barometric pressure, salinity correction, stability criteria, stirrer and electrode ID. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
3.2.1 Instrument Settings Tap the Instrument Settings option in the Settings list to access the instrument settings. • Read Type: Set the Read Type as Continuous, Auto-Read or Timed to define how measurements are performed, saved and exported. If Timed is selected, set the time interval from 3 seconds (0:00:03) to 2 hours (2:00:00).
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Custom Data Log Export: Select an option to customize the amount of information Select All Data when exporting data to LIMS software. exported from the data log. Basic: Only critical data is exported from the data log including date, time, primary reading and temperature. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
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Intermediate: Moderate data is exported from the data log including basic data plus log #, username, measure mode, secondary reading (if applicable) and short calibration log summary. Advanced: Significant data is exported from the data log including intermediate data plus read type, read time, sample ID, method, electrode ID, full calibration log summary and instrument ID.
Ambient: The meter’s built-in sensor is used to measure ambient air temperature. While not as accurate as an ATC sensor in sample solution, it is more accurate than not reporting temperature. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
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Manual: When no ATC temperature sensor is connected to the meter, the meter will default to MAN as the temperature input. Use the manual temperature input field to enter the sample temperature value, from -30.0°C to 130.0°C. • Measure Mode: Set the main measure mode to DO as % saturation, DO as concentration with mg/L units or DO as concentration with ppm units.
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IDs; electrode ID is shown on the display, data log, calibration log and exported records. Note: Tap the Save button once all changes are made to preserve the changes or tap the Create method button to save the current parameters as a new method. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
3.3 Calibrate Tap the Calibrate option in the Main Menu to access the complete list of calibrations available. The Orion Pro Star DO213 DO bench meter is capable of performing: • 1 to 2 point % saturation dissolved oxygen calibration •...
Note: Once data logs are deleted, the action cannot be undone. Create backup records of the data logs as needed before deleting data logs. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
3.4.1 Filter the Data Log Tap the Filter By field to select and set parameters for Username (Secure Mode only), Date & Time and Log Number to filter the data log list. Secure Mode Example Open Mode Example 3.4.2 View Individual Data Logs Tap a log on the list to view the individual data log details.
When in Secure Mode, if an Administrator or Level 1 user account is active, that account will have the option to delete the data log after it is exported. When the data log becomes full, it must be exported and then deleted before new data logs can be saved. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
3.5 Calibration Logs Tap the Calibration logs option in the Main Menu to access the calibration logs. The meter will store up to 20 calibration logs per parameter with time and date stamps. Each calibration log includes calibration data with calculated results. Tap to select a parameter to view the calibration log list for that parameter.
From the parameter-specific calibration log list, filter the list (Secure Mode only), view individual calibration logs and export the calibration log. Secure Mode Example Open Mode Example Tap the Filter By field to set parameters for Username (Secure Mode only) to filter the calibration log list. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
3.5.2 View Individual Calibration Logs Tap a log on the list to view the individual calibration log details. • You may need to scroll down to see all included information. • Tap the blue arrows to scroll up or down through the individual calibration logs. •...
When in Secure Mode, if an Administrator or Level 1 user account is active, that account will have the option to delete the calibration log after it is exported. When the calibration log becomes full, it must be exported and then deleted before new calibration logs can be saved. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
3.6 Methods Tap the Methods option in the Main Menu to access the methods list. Methods offer the option to save measurement settings to standardize analyses and SOPs. From the methods list, create new methods; load, view and edit existing methods; export existing methods to a USB flash drive and import methods from a USB flash drive.
Tap the Delete button to delete the selected method. Confirm you want to delete the method by tapping the Delete button again. The meter will return to the methods list and the selected method will be removed. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
3.7 Secure Mode Tap the Secure Mode option in the Main Menu to access the secure mode function. Select the Secure Mode option and tap the Activate button to initiate the Secure Mode. Once the Secure Mode is activated, create up to 3 administrator and 30 user accounts, each with unique username, password and customized meter access.
• admin set Obtain Measurements • • • • • Record the username and temporary password. a. The first time the user logs into their account, they will need to enter the temporary Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
password and then create their own password. b. The first time a new admin logs into their account, they will also need to create 3 security questions. Tap the Save button. 3.7.1.3 Edit Existing Account (Admin Only) Admins can modify the first name, last name, email and access level of active accounts as well as reset the password.
Tap the Logout button. Confirm you want to logout and tap the Logout button. When no account is logged into the meter, the login screen will be displayed. To login to the meter, select your username and enter your password. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
3.8 Notifications Tap the Notifications option in the Main Menu to view a list of the latest warnings and errors that have been shown on the meter. Onscreen notifications include info, success, warning and error notifications. Icon Notification Description Info notifications are triggered when there is a recommendation for the user to perform an action.
• Meter Tours: View onscreen meter tours to learn how to use important meter functions. Tours include DO calibration, measurements, meter connections and electrode stand assembly. The following are example screens from the DO calibration tour: Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
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• Meter Tests & Troubleshooting Guides: Perform a meter self test or electrode stability test for troubleshooting purposes. Select the type of test and follow all onscreen prompts to perform the selected test. o Meter Self Test: Meter will perform a series of internal verification tests to ensure the meter is functioning according to specifications.
• To eliminate temperature errors associated with DO, use a DO electrode with built-in temperature sensor for best accuracy. Dissolved oxygen levels vary with temperature, barometric pressure and salinity, so calibration must be Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
performed with consideration of these factors. It is necessary to set the proper temperature, barometric pressure and salinity values prior to performing any DO calibration or measurement. The non-volatile meter memory retains all data when powered off and in the event of power failure. 4.1.2 % Saturation DO Calibration Procedure Ensure the active measure mode is set to DO.
This may be helpful if the electrode is responding more slowly than usual. Tap force stabilize text to accelerate the reading stability (may give less accurate calibration results). Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
4.2 Temperature Calibration 4.2.1 Temperature Calibration Overview The thermistor sensor used for automatic temperature compensation (ATC) and measurements is both accurate and stable, so frequent calibration is not required. If desired, perform a temperature calibration to calibrate the ATC sensor when it is connected to the meter. A 1 to 2 point temperature offset calibration can be performed, up to ±5.0°C for each calibration point.
To complete the calibration, tap the Done button. The meter will automatically save the calibration information to the calibration log and display a summary of the calibration. Tap the Measure button to proceed to the main measure mode. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
Meter Tours to access onscreen tours that explain how to use important meter functions including measurements. The Orion Pro Star DO213 meter is capable of measuring dissolved oxygen as % saturation or concentration in ppm or mg/L with barometric pressure and temperature.
Data Transfer Settings in the 3.2.1 Instrument Settings section. • Tap the Stirrer button to turn the Orion stirrer probe on and off. Continuous, Reading Stabilizing Continuous, Reading Stable Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
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Auto-Read Read Type When Auto-Read is selected as the read type: • Tap the Measure button to start a measurement. • When the measurement is stable, the stable icon is shown and the measurement is locked on the display until the Measure button is tapped again. •...
Sample ID entry field from appearing. o Auto-Read Read Type: Sample ID entry field will appear when the Measure button is tapped. Select the Apply ID to Multiple Readings option to use the same sample ID for Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
subsequent readings and stop the Sample ID entry field from appearing. o Timed Read Type: Sample ID entry field will appear when the Start button is tapped and each time interval is reached (3 seconds to 2 hours). Select the Apply ID to Multiple Readings option to use the same sample ID for subsequent readings and stop the Sample ID entry field from appearing.
Record the displayed measurements as required. Remove the electrode from the sample. Repeat steps 1-5 for all samples. When all samples have been measured, store the electrode according to the instructions in the electrode manual. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
5.3 Data Viewing Data Log When saving measurements to the meter data log, refer to the 3.4 Data Logs section for detailed information and instructions on viewing and exporting the meter’s data log. Save up to 10000 data logs in the meter’s non-volatile memory. Each data log is saved with its associated date and time stamp.
Select the “All Data” option when exporting data to LIMS software. • Custom Calibration Log Export: Select the amount of information to be exported from the calibration log. Select the “All Data” option when exporting data to LIMS software. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
6.1.2 Connect the External Device USB Flash Drive For data transfer using a USB flash drive: • Power on the meter. • Insert a USB flash drive with USB-A plug into the USB meter input. Computer For data transfer using a computer: •...
• Empty commands (i.e. just a <CR>) will be ignored and a new prompt will be issued. • <CR> (Carriage Return, ASCII 13) is used to terminate a command. Whenever this character is received, the internal buffer will be processed. • Remote commands are not case sensitive. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
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Remote Commands List Remote Command Action Example Command PGETMEAS <CR> Prints the current measurement immediately Prints the current measurement for a set number of PGETMEAS Data times PGETMEAS 2 Count <CR> Data Count = 1, 2, 3, etc. Prints all current calibration data GETCAL <CR>...
Wait while the meter software is updating. Do not remove the USB flash drive while the meter software is updating. Once the meter software update is complete, follow any onscreen prompts. The meter will restart and then the software update process is complete. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7.1 Meter Troubleshooting Meter display not powering on: • Use a surge protector or uninterrupted power supply (UPS) so an unintended power surge of electricity does not damage the meter or meter power supply. • Check that the wall outlet is functional. •...
• Perform maintenance on the DO electrode according to the electrode user manual. • For polarographic DO electrodes, ensure the DO electrode is fully polarized before calibrating. • For zero percent saturation calibrations, prepare a sodium sulfite solution by dissolving about Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
15.0 g Na in 250 mL distilled water. Transfer the solution to a BOD bottle or airtight flask. 7.4 Technical Support Contact our Orion Technical Support team at 1-800-225-1480, +1-978-232-6000 or WLP.TechSupport@thermofisher.com. You will need the meter model, meter serial number and meter software revision information.
Measurement channels Measurement Dissolved oxygen as % saturation or concentration (mg/L or ppm) with barometric parameters pressure and temperature Read types Continuous, Auto-Read or Timed Timed reading 3 seconds to 2 hours intervals Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
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Measurement Customizable options for basic, advanced or user-defined layout Measurement Automatic, fast, medium or slow stability Sample ID Auto-incremental or manual, up to 25 alphanumeric characters Electrode ID Up to 20 alphanumeric characters Graph / chart view Single parameter with temperature Set value alarm 1 high and 1 low value per parameter Last calibration...
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Pollution degree Protection class Note: Specifications subject to change without notice. All relative accuracy values are influenced by the ± displayed least significant digit and should include 1 LSD for all relative accuracy calculations. Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
8.2 Meter Dimensions 8.3 Warranty This meter is supplied with a warranty against significant deviations in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from date of purchase. Electrode warranties are separate from the meter and differ based on the selected electrode. If meter repair is necessary within the designated warranty period and has not been the result of abuse or misuse, please contact the Technical Support Team at WLP.TechSupport@thermofisher.com...
8.3.2 Manufacturer Information Thermo Fisher Scientific GPS, Water Analysis Instruments 7 Gul Circle, Level 2M, Singapore 629563 International Phone: (65) 6778 6876 US Toll Free Phone: 1-800-225-1480 US Phone: 1-978-232-6000 Email: WLP.TechSupport@thermofisher.com Website: www.thermofisher.com Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
Chapter 9 Regulatory Compliance 9.1 Regional Approvals European Union: The European CE marking is applied on products that meet all the applicable requirements of the European Directives. Products not marked with a CE marking either do not operate in the 230V / 50Hz voltage range or are not intended to be sold to the EU Member States or European Economic area (EEA).
9.3.2 Canadian ISED IC Notice This ISM digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-001, Class A. Cet appareil ISM est conforme á la norme NMB-001 du Canada, Classe A. 9.3.3 South Korean KC Registration Orion Pro Star DO213 DO Bench Meter...
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(PSTAR2130), polarographic DO/ATC electrode with calibration PSTAR2135 sleeve (083005MD), polarographic DO electrode maintenance kit, BOD adapter Orion Pro Star DO213 dissolved oxygen bench meter BOD kit, includes meter with stand (PSTAR2130), AUTO-STIR polarographic BOD DO/ATC electrode with PSTAR2136...
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