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PCE-DRD / DRF / DRG Series | Refractometer
User manuals in various languages (français,
italiano, español, português, nederlands, türk, polski,
русский, 中文) can be found by using our
product search on: www.pce-instruments.com
Last change: 2 January 2025
v1.0
© PCE Instruments

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  • Page 1 PCE-DRD / DRF / DRG Series | Refractometer User manuals in various languages (français, italiano, español, português, nederlands, türk, polski, русский, 中文) can be found by using our product search on: www.pce-instruments.com Last change: 2 January 2025 v1.0 © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Delivery scope ..................3 Description .................... 4 Display ....................5 Measurement ..................6 Power on .......................... 6 Measurement ........................7 Power off .......................... 8 Calibration ..................... 9 Maintenance ..................11 Contact ....................12 10 Disposal ....................12 © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 3: Safety Notes

    Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. Damage or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and not covered by our warranty.
  • Page 4: Technical Specifications

    0.1 % Accuracy ±0.2 % Resolution and precision of the refractive index Resolution 0.0001 nD Accuracy ±0.0003 nD Temperature Range 0 ... 40 °C Resolution 0.1 ºC Accuracy ±0.5 ºC Temperature compensation Automatic 10 ... 40 ºC © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 5: Delivery Scope

    145 x 46 x 27 mm Weight 115 g Delivery scope 1 x refractometer 1 x pipette 1 x plastic case 1 x USB-A - USB-C cable (for charging only, mains adaptor not included) 1 x user manual © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 6: Description

    Description Sample groove Housing Display USB-C interface © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 7: Display

    Display Temperature compensation Measured value Sample temperature Refractive index Battery level Note Icon is displayed when the refractometer needs to be charged. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 8: Measurement

    Power on Press the key to start the refractometer. After switching on, the device automatically starts a measurement. If there is no sample in the Sample sample groove, temperature the display shows "- - - -". Start key © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 9: Measurement

    After switching on the refractometer, remove the previous sample and dry the sample groove. Press the key again. The refractometer carries out a new measurement and displays the value on the screen. Please note that the temperature is automatically compensated. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 10: Measured Value

    Before inserting the sample, clean the slit of the sample chamber thoroughly with a soft cloth or paper towel. Keep the refractometer in a stable environment for the measurements. Power off The refractometer switches off automatically after 1 minute of inactivity. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 11: Calibration

    You can calibrate the refractometer with distilled water. The calibration method is as follows: Add 0.2 - 0.3 ml of distilled water to the sample groove. YES" flashes on the display. Wait for confirmation Press the key for about two seconds to call up the calibration menu. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 12 If you do not confirm the start of the calibration process with the key, the device returns to measuring mode after 10 seconds. However, if the calibration process fails, the display shows how much is still missing: © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Store the refractometer in a dry place and do not expose it to direct sunlight. Moisture and high temperatures can damage the device. Clean the refractometer carefully after each use and store it in its case. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 14: Contact

    For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with your local waste regulations. If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 15 PCE Instruments contact information Germany France Spain PCE Deutschland GmbH PCE Instruments France EURL PCE Ibérica S.L. Im Langel 26 23, rue de Strasbourg Calle Mula, 8 D-59872 Meschede 67250 Soultz-Sous-Forets 02500 Tobarra (Albacete) Deutschland France España Tel.: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 0 Téléphone: +33 (0) 972 3537 17...