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- Page 1 Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Waterproof Handheld pH Meter pH/mV/Ion/ºC/ºF meter Technology Made Easy ... 68X415301 Rev 0 JUN 06...
- Page 3 Eutech Instruments / Oakton Instruments. Eutech Instruments/ Oakton Instruments cannot accept any responsibility for damage or malfunction of the unit due to improper use of the instrument. Copyright ©2006 All rights reserved.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
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 3.1.6 Accessing Calibration mode when password protection enabled .......30 pH Calibration ........................32 3.2.1 pH Calibration with a Standard Buffer ................32 3.2.2 pH Calibration with a User-defined Buffer..............33 3.2.3 Calibration Report ......................35 3.2.4 Average Slope Indicator of pH Probe .................36 Temperature Calibration .....................37 3.3.1 Temperature Calibration for ATC mode..............37 3.3.2 Temperature Calibration for MTC mode ..............38 mV Calibration ........................39...
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Page 7: Getting Started
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 1. Getting Started 1.1 About the Meter Thank you for purchasing the pH600 series meter. pH 600 series handheld meters are micro-controller based instruments and are design with many user friendly features for pH/mV/Ion/Temperature measurements. There are three models in pH 600 series: pH 600: The basic model with all the features listed below pH 610: Higher resolution (0.001 pH) and accuracy than pH 600 pH 620: Capable of measuring Ion in addition to features available in pH 610... -
Page 8: Display & Keypad
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 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: Key Functions
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 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. Navigates to next available functions Increment/decrement values in Setup &... -
Page 10: Inserting Batteries
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 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: Changing Batteries Subsequently
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 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. The system time might be automatically reset during the battery change. -
Page 12: Attaching Safety Belt
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 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. 2. -
Page 13: Connecting Peripherals
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 1.5 Connecting Peripherals 1.5.1 Probes Attach the probes with correct type of connectors as indicated in the figure bellow. pH Probe (BNC) Temperature Probe (8-pin Connector) Figure 6 : Connecting Probes 1.5.2 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. -
Page 14: Multi Probe Holder
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 1.5.3 Multi Probe Holder Multi probe holder provides a convenient means to hold pH and temperature probes together. 1. Insert the two probes into the multi probe holder as shown in Figure 8. 2. Insert the two connectors of the probes through the cover, one at a time. 3. -
Page 15: Cybercomm 600 Data Acquisition Software
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 1.6 CyberComm 600 Data Acquisition Software 1.6.1 About CyberComm 600 DAS Application The pH 600 series meters are shipped with a companion software application called CyberComm 600 Data Acquisition Software (DAS). This is a simple, ® easy to use, Windows based PC compatible software application which lets you download your measurement data, calibration reports &... - Page 16 Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Figure 9 : Computer recognizes the meter 4. The ‘Found New Hardware Wizard’ starts automatically. Select ‘Yes, this time only’ option for the first screen. (Figure 10) .Click Next to continue. Figure 10 : First screen of ‘Found New Hardware Wizard’ 5.
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Page 17: Connecting To The Meter
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 6. Once the wizard completed the installation, (Figure 12) click Finish to close the wizard. Figure 12 : ‘Found New Hardware Wizard’ completed 7. In CyberComm 600 application screen, click Find 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 pH 600/610/620 3. In CyberComm, press Find button. Figure 13 : 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 14 : CyberComm establishing connection with the meter 5.
- Page 19 Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Notes: The communication between CyberComm and the meter is one- directional. The connection is initiated by the meter when you press PRIN key. When CyberComm found the meter, press Connect button. Once the connection is established the data is transferred to CyberComm and then the IrDA link is disconnected automatically.
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Page 21: Measurement Mode
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 2. Measurement Mode 2.1 About Measurement Mode There are three measurement modes available: pH measurement mode mV measurement mode Ion measurement mode (available only in pH 620 model) 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 22 Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 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 Group of functions Function Keys available in pH measurement screen (3 Group):...
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Page 23: Taking Measurement
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 2.2 Taking Measurement 2.2.1 Prepare the meter for measurement Before you start measuring, Make sure your have connected a suitable probe (pH, OPR or Ion Selective Electrode-ISE) and a temperature probe to the meter Make sure the probes are in good working condition & clean. If required, clean pH electrode with de-ionized or distilled water to remove impurities. -
Page 24: Ph Measurement Mode
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Manual Hold – Allows you to hold the reading by pressing HOLD (F1) key at any time you want. When you hold a reading, the ‘HOLD’ indicator starts flashing. The readings (including temperature reading) will be held until you release it by pressing the HOLD (F1) key again. -
Page 25: Calibration Due (Cal-Due) Indicator
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 2.3.5 Calibration Due (CAL-DUE) Indicator You can set a reminder to be displayed in the LCD when the next calibration is due. Set the number of days in pH Setup (see page 54) and the meter will remind you when the days elapse from your last calibration date. -
Page 26: Mv Measurement Mode
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 2.4 mV Measurement Mode In mV measurement mode, the meter displays mV and temperature reading. Depending on application, you can connect a suitable ORP probe to the meter or use the pH probe. 2.4.1 Indicators in mV measurement mode Figure 18 : mV measurement screen Refer item numbers indicated in Figure 18. -
Page 27: Ion Measurement Mode
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 2.5 Ion Measurement Mode This mode is available only in pH 620 model. In Ion measurement mode, the meter displays Ion concentration (in ppm, molar or mg/L) and mV reading. Depending on application, you can connect a suitable Ion Selective Electrode (ISE) to the meter. -
Page 28: Transfer Measured Data To Computer (Cybercomm)
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 2.6 Transfer Measured Data to Computer (CyberComm) 2.6.1 Sending a single reading 1. Make sure that the parameter is set to in the CURRENT DATA SET ‘SINGLE’ System Setup (page 50). 2. Make sure the CyberComm 600 application is up and running (page 11). 3. -
Page 29: Sending Readings Continuously
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 2.6.2 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 (page 50). 2. -
Page 30: Saving Data
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 2.6.3 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 31: Working With Memory Functions
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 2.7 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 transfer this data to a Computer using wireless Infrared connection. -
Page 32: Transferring Stored Data To Computer (Cybercomm) Through Irda
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 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 33 Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Figure 25 : Selecting options for printing memory locations Figure 26 : Transfer Stored data to CyberComm...
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Page 34: Calibration Mode
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 3. Calibration Mode 3.1 About Calibration pH 600 series meters are factory calibrated. However, it is recommended that, for higher accuracy, you calibrate your meter before you make measurements for the first time. Calibration should be carried out each time a new electrode is attached to the meter or when you suspect that the meter/electrode is out of calibration. -
Page 35: About Ion Calibration
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 First Point of Calibration Other Available Calibration Points Buffer Group (when complete re-calibration) pH 7.00 pH 1.68, 4.01, 10.01, and 12.45 NIST pH 6.86 pH 4.01, 6.86, 9.18, and 12.45 pH 6.79 pH 1.09, 3.06, 4.65, 9.23, and 12.75 pH 6.97 pH 4.10 Table 2: Buffer Groups and Calibration Points... -
Page 36: Accessing Calibration Mode
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Do not reuse buffer solutions after calibration. Contaminants in the solution can affect the calibration, and eventually the accuracy of the measurements. It is recommended that you perform at least a 2-Point Calibration using standard buffers that adequately cover the expected measurement range, prior to measurement. - Page 37 Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Note: You can enter ‘00000’ (read-only password) if you wish to view the calibration report of the last calibration. You are not allowed to perform calibration when you enter ‘read-only password’. 4. Press up & down arrow keys to enter the first digit of the password and then press NEXT (F3) key to move to the next digit.
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Page 38: Ph Calibration
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 3.2 pH Calibration 3.2.1 pH Calibration with a Standard Buffer Make sure you have selected a standard buffer with which you intend to perform pH calibration. Refer ‘pH Setup’ section in page 53 for more details of setting buffer types. To start pH Calibration: 1. -
Page 39: Ph Calibration With A User-Defined Buffer
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Note: If you wish to completely re-calibrate the meter, you need to clear previous calibration data. Press CLR-C (F2) key to clear previous calibration. The meter shows you confirmation screen. Press ENTER key to confirm deleting previous calibration. Once cleared, you need to calibrate the first point that corresponds to your selected buffer group, as mentioned in Table 2. - Page 40 Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Table 3 : Calibration screen for user-defined buffer 1. Rinse the electrode in de-ionized water and prepare electrode for calibration. Refer ‘Prepare the Meter for Calibration’ section in page 29. Note: If you wish to completely re-calibrate the meter, you need to clear previous calibration data.
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Page 41: Calibration Report
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 3.2.3 Calibration Report Calibration report gives you detailed information on calibration. It includes date & time, buffer group, offset, temperature, number of days calibration is over due and slope information. To View calibration Report: 1. From pH measurement mode, press left or right arrow key to navigate to other available functions until you see REPO function in the LCD. -
Page 42: Average Slope Indicator Of Ph Probe
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 (Not functional) 3.2.4 Average Slope Indicator of pH Probe Each time you perform pH calibration; the meter calculates the average slope of your probe and graphically indicates it in the header section of the LCD screen. Figure 30 : Average slope indicator Number of bars in the indicator shows the slope value: Number of Bars... -
Page 43: Temperature Calibration
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 3.3 Temperature Calibration The temperature probe comes with the meter is factory calibrated. Calibrate the temperature probe only if you suspect temperature errors may have occurred over a long period of time or if you have a replacement temperature probe. This procedure offers offset adjustment of probe to ensure more accurate temperature measurement. -
Page 44: Temperature Calibration For Mtc Mode
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 3.3.2 Temperature Calibration for MTC mode Make sure you have selected ‘MTC’ and required unit of measurement (ºC or ºF) in Temperature settings. Refer ‘Temperature Setup’ section in page 55 for more details. 1. Switch on the meter. Make sure the meter is in measurement mode. 2. -
Page 45: Mv Calibration
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 3.4 mV Calibration Use a standard ORP solution of known value for calibration. You need to calibrate only 1-point. 1. Switch on the meter. Make sure the meter is in mV measurement mode. 2. Press CAL (F2) to go to calibration mode. Note: If the meter is password protected, you will be prompted to enter a password. -
Page 46: Mv Calibration Report
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Function Keys available in mV calibration screen: TEMP (F1) Goes to temperature calibration CLR-C (F2) Clears previous calibration (if any) after ENTER key is pressed for the confirmation screen NEXT (F3) Shows calibration report ESC (F4) Exits from calibration and goes back to mV measurement mode ENTER Confirms the calibration... -
Page 47: Ion Calibration
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 3.5 Ion Calibration This is available only in pH 620 model. Use standard solutions of 0.001, 0.01, 0.1, 1, 10, 100, 1000 & 10000 ppm for calibration. You need to calibrate minimum of 2-points. Follow the instruction in ‘Prepare the Meter for Calibration’... -
Page 48: Calibration Report
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 5. The calibration screen displays two readings. The upper display shows the lowest calibration point 0.001 ppm. The lower display shows the absolute mV reading of the solution without any calibration (default reading). Use & keys to select the required calibration point in the upper display. 6. - Page 49 Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Example: In the given Ion calibration report (Refer Figure 34), calibration has been done for 0.01, 0.1 & 10 Ion concentrations. The corresponding absolute mV readings are 0.0mV, 56.0mV & 156mV. The slope is 56 mV/decade for the range enveloped from 0.01 to 0.1 ppm.
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Page 50: Setup Mode
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 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. Setup mode consists of the following sub-groups: System –... -
Page 51: Accessing Setup Mode When Password Protection Enabled
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Function Keys available in setup selection screen: (F1) (Not functional) (F2) (Not functional) (F3) (Not functional) ESC (F4) Goes to measurement mode from where you entered setup Goes setup sub-groups ENTER Selects the current sub-group (Not functional) 4.1.2 Accessing Setup mode when password protection enabled Follow the steps below to access the setup mode, when password protection is enabled. -
Page 52: Modifying Setup Parameters
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 6. The next digit is selected. Press up & down arrow keys to enter the second digit of the password. Enter all 5-digits. 7. Press ENTER key to confirm the password. 8. When the correct password is entered, the Setup Selection screen appears (Figure 35). -
Page 53: System Setup
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 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 Figure 37: System Settings - Page 1 Parameter Description... -
Page 54: System Settings
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 4.2.2 System Settings – Page 2 Figure 38 : System Settings - Page 2 This page allows you to set the date & time of the meter. Parameter Description Factory Default YEAR Not Applicable Sets the current year MONTH Sets the current month Not Applicable... -
Page 55: System Settings
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 4.2.3 System Settings – Page 3 Figure 39: System Settings - Page 3 This page allows you to set auto-off and back light related parameters. Parameter Description 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 56: System Settings
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 4.2.4 System Settings – Page 4 Figure 40: System Settings - Page 4 This page allows you to set wireless serial data communication related parameters. Parameter Description Factory Default PRINT MODE IrDA IrDA – Sets serial data communication protocol to IrDA LED –... -
Page 57: System Settings
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 4.2.5 System Settings – Page 5 Figure 41 : System Settings - Page 5 This page allows you to enable password protection for the setup mode & calibration mode. When you enable password protection, the meter prompts to enter the password whenever you try to access the Setup or Calibration mode. -
Page 58: System Settings
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 4.2.6 System Settings – Page 6 Figure 42 : System Settings - Page 6 This page allows you to clear the memory and reset the meter to factory defaults. Parameter Description Factory Default CLEAR YES – Select this to clear all the stored data from the MEMORY meter’s memory NO –... -
Page 59: Ph Setup
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 4.3 pH Setup pH setup sub-group allows you to configure pH measurement & calibration related settings of the meter. The settings are displayed in 2 pages. Press NEXT-P (F2) and PREV-P (F1) to navigate through these pages 4.3.1 pH Settings –... -
Page 60: Ph Settings
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 4.3.2 pH Settings – Page 2 Figure 44 : pH Settings - Page 2 Parameter Description Factory Default Specify number of days for the pH calibration alarm. 5 Days CALIBRATION The meter shows CAL DUE indicator after calibration due days are passed from the last calibration date. -
Page 61: Temperature Setup
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 4.4 Temperature Setup Temperature setup sub-group allows you to configure temperature measurement & calibration related settings of the meter. 4.4.1 Temperature Settings Page Figure 45 : Temperature Settings Page Parameter Description Factory Default UNIT ºC Sets the unit of measurement for temperature. Available units: ºC and ºF MODE Sets the temperature compensation mode. -
Page 62: Ion Setup
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 4.5 Ion Setup Ion setup sub-group allows you to configure Ion measurement & calibration related settings of the meter. This sub-group is available only in pH 620 model. 4.5.1 Ion Settings Page Figure 46 : Ion Settings Page Parameter Description Factory Default... -
Page 63: Technical Specifications
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 5. Technical Specifications Model pH 600 meter pH 610 meter pH 620 meter Range -2.00 to 20.0 pH -2.000 to 20.000 pH -2.000 to 20.000 pH Resolution 0.1/0.01 pH 0.1/0.01/0.001 pH 0.1/0.01/0.001 pH Relative Accuracy ± 0.01 pH + 1 LSD ±... - Page 64 Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 Display Display type Dot matrix LCD with backlighting Screen resolution 110 x 128 Viewing area 68 x 74 mm Other Data logging 500 data sets Data communication IrDA / RS232C-Infrared Data logging (To PC) GLP (Good Lab Practice) Ingress protection IP 67 95mm (W) x 185mm (L) x 58.5mm (H) - Without Rubber Boot...
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Page 65: Accessories
Instruction Manual pH 600/610/620 6. Accessories 6.1 Replacement Accessories Product Description Eutech Instruments Order Code Multi Probe Holder 15X415701 Rubber Boot for 600 series meters OKRUBBERBT600 100-240VAC Power Adapter 01X030132 6.2 Optional Accessories Eutech Instruments Product Description Eutech Instruments Order Code... -
Page 66: General Information
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 68 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...
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