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EUTECH INSTRUMENTS DO 600 Instruction Manual

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DO 600
Waterproof Handheld Dissolved Oxygen Meter
68X415303 Rev. 0 NOV 06
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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual DO 600 Waterproof Handheld Dissolved Oxygen Meter 68X415303 Rev. 0 NOV 06 Technology Made Easy ...
  • Page 3 Secondly, it serves as a handy reference guide. This instruction manual is written to cover many anticipated applications of the DO 600 dissolved oxygen Meter. If you have doubts in the use of the instrument, please do not hesitate to contact the nearest Authorised Distributor.
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 1. Getting Started ......................1 About the Meter........................1 Display & Keypad ........................2 1.2.1 Display Overview......................2 1.2.2 Key Functions ........................ 3 Inserting Batteries ........................4 1.3.1 Inserting batteries for the first time ................4 1.3.2 Changing batteries subsequently .................. 5 1.3.3 Connecting DC Power adapter..................
  • Page 6 3.2.1 Temperature Calibration for ATC mode ..............29 3.2.2 Temperature Calibration for MTC mode..............30 DO Calibration in % Saturation Mode (with ATC) ..............31 3.3.1 To calibrate 100% saturation..................31 3.3.2 To calibrate 0% saturation................... 33 3.3.3 % DO Calibration Report ..................... 33 DO Calibration in mg/L or ppm Concentration Mode ............
  • Page 7 1.1 About the Meter Thank you for purchasing the DO 600 series meter. DO 600 series handheld meters are micro-controller based instruments and are designed with many user friendly features to measure dissolved oxygen in the percentage saturation mode and in the concentration mode. The meter ensures accurate measurement of the Dissolved Oxygen values through its temperature, barometric pressure and salinity compensation features.
  • Page 8 Instruction Manual DO 600 1.2 Display & Keypad 1.2.1 Display Overview The large monochrome display shows detailed information about measurements, various indicators, annunciators, functions and useful tips. The display consists of 3 main sections when the meter is in the measurement mode: Header –...
  • Page 9 Instruction Manual DO 600 1.2.2 Key Functions The keypad consists of: 4 – Function keys (F1, F2, F3 & F4) 4 – Navigation key 1 – Enter key Description Selects the function shown (in the display) just above the key.
  • Page 10 Instruction Manual DO 600 1.3 Inserting Batteries The meter supports dual-power sources. 1. Four ‘AA’ size 1.5 V alkaline batteries (supplied) or, 2. 9V DC power adapter (Optional in some models). Figure 3 : Battery compartment 1.3.1 Inserting batteries for the first time 1.
  • Page 11 Instruction Manual DO 600 1.3.2 Changing batteries subsequently The LCD has battery voltage level indicator. Number of bars indicates the voltage level. See Table 1 for details. When the empty battery indicator starts blinking, it is time to change the batteries.
  • Page 12 Instruction Manual DO 600 1.4 Attaching Safety Belt The safety belt provides secured support when you hold the meter on your palm. To attach the safety belt: 1. Use a Phillips screw driver to remove four screws holding the battery cover.
  • Page 13 1.5 Connecting Peripherals 1.5.1 DO probe The DO 600 meter is designed to operate with a Dissolved Oxygen Probe that works on galvanic principle, that is, it does not require any polarizing voltage from your meter. The galvanic probe design lets you take measurements immediately –...
  • Page 14 Instruction Manual DO 600 1.5.3 Protective Rubber Boot The rubber boot protects the meter and gives a good hand grip. It is ideal when you use the meter in the field. For bench top applications, lift up the stand at the back of the rubber boot.
  • Page 15 PC compatible software application which lets you download your measurement data, calibration reports & stored data from the DO 600 series meters and save them in your PC in text (.txt) files. It automatically recognizes meter’s model number once the connection is established.
  • Page 16 Instruction Manual DO 600 Figure 8 : Computer recognizes the meter 4. The ‘Found New Hardware Wizard’ starts automatically. Select ‘Yes, this time only’ option for the first screen. (Figure 9) .Click Next to continue. Figure 9 : First screen of ‘Found New Hardware Wizard’...
  • Page 17 Instruction Manual DO 600 6. Once the wizard completed the installation (Figure 11), click Finish to close the wizard. Figure 11 : ‘Found New Hardware Wizard’ completed 7. In CyberComm 600 application screen, click Find Device button. The screen shows a message “Finding device”. When CyberComm recognizes the meter it shows “Instrument in Range, click Connect button to establish connection…”...
  • Page 18 Instruction Manual DO 600 3. In CyberComm, press Find Device button. Figure 12 : CyberComm finds the meter 4. When CyberComm recognizes the meter it shows “Instrument in Range, click Connect button to establish connection…” Press Connect button. Figure 13 : CyberComm establishing connection with the meter...
  • Page 19 Instruction Manual DO 600 Notes: The communication between CyberComm and the meter is uni- directional. The connection is initiated by the meter when you press PRIN key. Once CyberComm finds the meter, press Connect button. Once the connection is established the data is transferred to CyberComm and then the IrDA link is disconnected automatically.
  • Page 20 DO 600 2. Measurement Mode 2.1 About Measurement Mode There are two measurement modes available in DO 600 meter: % - DO percentage saturation measurement mode mg/L(ppm) - DO concentration mode When powered-on, the meter goes to any of the above measurement modes, depending on the last selected measurement mode, before the meter was powered- off.
  • Page 21 Instruction Manual DO 600 Function Keys available in measurement screen (2 Group): SETP (F1) Goes to setup mode MEM (F2) Shows stored data in the memory STOR (F3) Stores the currently displayed reading in the memory ESC (F4) Shows 1...
  • Page 22 Instruction Manual DO 600 2.2 Taking Measurement 2.2.1 Prepare the meter for measurement Before you start measuring, Make sure you have connected a DO probe to the meter. Make sure the probe is in good working condition & clean. If required, clean probe with de-ionized water to remove impurities.
  • Page 23 DO 600 2.2.5 Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) The DO 600 is capable of taking measurements with automatic or manual temperature compensation. Connect an appropriate DO probe to the meter and select ‘ATC mode’ in the temperature setup (See page 51) for the reading to be automatically compensated for temperature variations in concentration mode.
  • Page 24 2.2.10 % Saturation Offset Adjustment This option lets you offset meter’s value when cross referenced with another DO meter. The DO 600 meter allows to adjust % saturation offset calibration within +/- 10.0% offset. Note: When a user calibration is done, the offset will be reset to zero.
  • Page 25 Instruction Manual DO 600 2.3 Concentration (mg/L) (ppm) Measurement Mode In concentration measurement mode, the meter displays concentration and temperature readings. The LCD shows related information for the concentration measurement such as temperature compensation mode, stable indicator, salinity value, probe condition, response time of the DO probe and alarm conditions. You can customize or enable/disable some of these indicators in the Setup mode.
  • Page 26 Instruction Manual DO 600 2.4 Percentage Saturation (%) Measurement Mode In percentage saturation measurement mode, the meter displays % saturation and temperature reading. The LCD shows related information for the saturation measurement such as temperature compensation mode, stable indicator, barometric pressure, calibration points, probe condition, response time of the DO probe and alarm conditions.
  • Page 27 Instruction Manual DO 600 2.5 Transfer Measured Data to Computer (CyberComm) 2.5.1 Sending a single reading 1. Make sure that the parameter is set to in the CURRENT DATA SET ‘SINGLE’ System Setup (Refer ‘System Settings – Page 4’ on page 44).
  • Page 28 Instruction Manual DO 600 2.5.2 Sending readings continuously 1. Make sure that the parameter is set to in the CURRENT DATA SET ‘TIMED’ System Setup. Set the time interval at which you wish to send the data to CyberComm (Refer ‘System Settings – Page 4’ on page 44).
  • Page 29 Instruction Manual DO 600 2.5.3 Saving data You can save transferred measurement readings as a text file in your computer. Optionally, these text files can further be analyzed by exporting to ® spreadsheet application such as Microsoft Excel. To save data: 1.
  • Page 30 Instruction Manual DO 600 2.6 Working with Memory functions You can save up to 500 sets of measurement data in the memory. At any time, you can view stored data. Optionally, you can also transfer this data to a computer using wireless Infrared connection.
  • Page 31 Instruction Manual DO 600 Figure 24 : Viewing stored data 4. To navigate to a particular memory location, press up or down arrow key to select memory location you intend to navigate to and then press ENTER key. The meter shows the stored data in the memory location you selected.
  • Page 32 Instruction Manual DO 600 Figure 25 : Selecting options for printing memory locations...
  • Page 33 Instruction Manual DO 600 3. Calibration Mode 3.1 Important Information on Meter Calibration Your meter has two measurement modes namely the DO % saturation measurement mode, and the DO mg/L (ppm) concentration mode. The amount of oxygen dissolved in water will depend on its temperature, atmospheric pressure and its salinity.
  • Page 34 Instruction Manual DO 600 3.1.3 Accessing Calibration mode when password protection enabled Follow the steps below to access the calibration mode, when password protection is enabled (Refer page 45). 1. Make sure you are in measurement mode. If required, press MODE (F3) to switch to the measurement mode for which you wish to perform calibration.
  • Page 35 3.2 About Temperature Calibration DO in mg/L is dependent on temperature, so it is first necessary to calibrate or verify the temperature reading. The built-in temperature sensor of the DO 600 probe is factory calibrated. 3.2.1 Temperature Calibration for ATC mode Make sure you have selected ‘ATC’...
  • Page 36 Instruction Manual DO 600 3.2.2 Temperature Calibration for MTC mode Make sure you have selected ‘MTC’ and required unit of measurement (ºC or ºF) in Temperature settings. Refer page 49 for more details. 1. Switch on the meter. Make sure the meter is in measurement mode.
  • Page 37 DO 600 3.3 DO Calibration in % Saturation Mode (with ATC) The DO 600 can be calibrated quickly and easily in air. In % Saturation, the meter is able to perform either a one point calibration or a 2 point calibration.
  • Page 38 Instruction Manual DO 600 4. Rinse the probe well with de-ionized water. For best result, blot the end of the probe dry. Do not touch the membrane. 5. The meter then shows saturation calibration screen [ Figure 28-(b)]. The primary display will show the current value of measurement. Wait for the reading to stabilize.
  • Page 39 Instruction Manual DO 600 3.3.2 To calibrate 0% saturation Figure 30 : 0% saturation calibration Screen 1. Press MODE key to select % Saturation mode. 2. Immerse the DO probe in 0% solution. Stir gently to create a homogenous solution.
  • Page 40 Instruction Manual DO 600 To View calibration Report: 1. From % saturation measurement mode, press left or right arrow key to navigate to other available functions until you see REPO function in the LCD. 2. Press REPO (F2) key. The calibration report is shown in the display.
  • Page 41 The amount of oxygen dissolved in a liquid will depend on its temperature, pressure and salinity. It is therefore very important to set temperature and salinity correctly before attempting to do a calibration. The DO 600 is capable of measuring barometer pressure with its built-in pressure sensor. In the event, the pressure reading is inaccurate, you can calibrate the value from the Setup menu.
  • Page 42 Instruction Manual DO 600 Figure 33 : Concentration calibration Note: The function of the keys available on the concentration calibration/ report screen is same as previously described in saturation calibration. 3.4.1 Concentration Calibration Report Calibration report gives you information on calibrated temperature and calibration at pressure and salinity.
  • Page 43 Instruction Manual DO 600 4. Setup Mode 4.1 About Setup Mode The setup mode lets you configure various parameters & settings of the meter. You can choose to password-protect your settings, so that other users who may use the meter will not be able to change the settings.
  • Page 44 Instruction Manual DO 600 Function Keys available in setup key function screen: To select individual setup ENTER To select or confirm the selection. NEXT-P To navigate to next page. NEXT To go to next parameter without saving the changed parameter.
  • Page 45 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.1.2 Accessing Setup mode when password protection enabled Follow the steps below to access the setup mode, when password protection is enabled. 1. Switch on the meter. The meter goes to measurement mode. 2. Press right arrow key to navigate to other functions on the right-side of LCD.
  • Page 46 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.1.3 Modifying Setup parameters Follow the steps below to modify setup parameters, when you enter a setup sub- group. 1. Press NEXT (F3) key to select individual setup parameters sequentially. 2. Press (Up) or (Down) arrow key to change the value of a selected parameter.
  • Page 47 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.2 System Setup System setup sub-group allows you to configure general settings of the meter. The settings are displayed in 6 pages. Press NEXT-P (F2) and PREV-P (F1) to navigate through these pages. 4.2.1 System Settings – Page 1...
  • Page 48 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.2.2 System Settings – Page 2 Figure 39 : System Settings - Page 2 This page allows you to set the date & time of the meter. Parameter Function Factory Default YEAR 2006 Sets the current year...
  • Page 49 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.2.3 System Settings – Page 3 Figure 40 : System Settings - Page 3 This page allows you to set auto-off and back light related parameters. Parameter Function Factory Default AUTO OFF ENABLE ENABLE – Turns off the meter automatically if no key is pressed for the time period specified in ‘ON TIME’...
  • Page 50 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.2.4 System Settings – Page 4 Figure 41: System Settings - Page 4 This page allows you to set wireless serial data communication related parameters. Parameter Function Factory Default PRINT MODE IrDA IrDA – Sets serial data communication protocol to IrDA LED –...
  • Page 51 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.2.5 System Settings – Page 5 This page allows you to enable password protection for the setup mode & calibration mode. Figure 42 : System Settings - Page 5 When you enable password protection, the meter prompts to enter the password whenever you try to access the Setup or Calibration mode.
  • Page 52 However, if the user forgets his password, he can contact the nearest distributor or Eutech Instruments/Oakton Instruments to request for meter password. This would be unique to each instrument and would be tied to the serial number of the unit.
  • Page 53 (This is applicable only for the % saturation mode. For mg/L or ppm mode pressure comp. would always be applicable) NOTE: During measurement, the DO 600 will automatically measure and compensate for barometric pressure. However, if the user feels that barometric pressure is inaccurate and needs to be calibrated, it can be adjusted in the DO setup screen.
  • Page 54 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.3.2 DO (%) – Page 2 Figure 45: DO (%) - Page 2 This page allows you to set alarm limits for the DO saturation measurement mode. A visual alarm symbol will appear on the screen, if the DO value of the measurement is outside of the boundaries set by the minimum and maximum limits.
  • Page 55 Available units: mg/L and ppm Auto Salinity Comp DISABLE – No automatic compensate DISABLE This option is disabled in DO 600 meter. Set Salinity 0.0 ppt Allows to set the salinity (in ppt) for your solution Available range: 0 to 50 ppt...
  • Page 56 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.4.2 DO (mg/L) – Page 2 Figure 47: DO (mg/L) – Page 2 This page allows you to set alarm limits for the DO concentration mode. A visual alarm symbol will appear on the screen, if the DO value of the measurement is outside of the boundaries set by the minimum and maximum limits.
  • Page 57 Instruction Manual DO 600 4.5 Temperature Setup Temperature setup sub-group allows you to configure temperature measurement & calibration related settings of the meter. 4.5.1 Temperature Setting Page Figure 48 : Temperature Settings Page This page allows you to set measurement unit and compensation mode for temperature.
  • Page 58 Instruction Manual DO 600 5. Technical Specifications Model DO 600 meter DISSOLVED OXYGEN 0 to 600 %/ 90 mg/l DO Range Resolution 0.1%, 0.01 mg/L Accuracy ± 2%, ± 0.2 mg/L Dissolved Oxygen Probe Galvanic Mode % Sat, mg/L, ppm Temperature Comp.
  • Page 59 6.2 Optional Accessories Eutech Instruments Product Description Eutech Instruments Order Code Waterproof CyberScan DO 600 Dissolved Oxygen Meter with ECDOWP60041K 3m cable galvanic probe, DAS software, power adapter & carrying kit set Waterproof CyberScan DO 600 Dissolved Oxygen Meter with 7.5m cable galvanic probe, DAS software, power adapter &...
  • Page 60 100-220 VAC Power Adapter 01X030132 Oakton Instruments Product Description Oakton Instruments Order Code Waterproof DO 600 Dissolved Oxygen Meter with 10-ft cable 35441-00 galvanic probe, DAS software, power adapter & carrying kit set Waterproof DO 600 Dissolved Oxygen Meter (Unit only) with 35441-02...
  • Page 61 7. General Information 7.1 Warranty Eutech Instruments/ Oakton Instruments warrant this product to be free from significant deviations in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. If repair is necessary and not the result of abuse or misuse within the warranty period, please return by freight pre-paid and amendment will be made without any charge.
  • Page 64 For more information on Eutech Instruments’/ Oakton Instruments’ products, contact your nearest distributor or visit our website listed below: Oakton Instruments Eutech Instruments Pte Ltd. Distributed by: P.O Box 5136, Blk 55, Ayer Rajah Crescent, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA...