Hanna Instruments HI 98811 Instruction Manual
Hanna Instruments HI 98811 Instruction Manual

Hanna Instruments HI 98811 Instruction Manual

Fast tracker thermometer

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HI 98811
Fast Tracker
Thermometer
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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual HI 98811 Fast Tracker Thermometer w w w. h a n n a i n s t . c o m...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    W A R R A N T Y HI 98811 is guaranteed for two years against defects in workmanship and materials when used for its intended purpose and maintained according to instructions. Probes are guaranteed for a period of six months.
  • Page 3: Preliminary Examination

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Hanna Instruments portable NTC Fast Tracker thermometer with built-in printer enables you to accurately measure and record both temperature and sample identification data. The instrument housing is made of rugged and lightweight material making it truly portable.
  • Page 4 ID code obtained by reading from a Dallas i-Button ® (DS1990A, etc) suitable placed in the field. HI 98811 also allows the transfer of stored data to a computer via the HI9200 infrared transmitter connected to the computer RS232 port.
  • Page 5: Functional Description

    FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 1) Power adapter plug 2) Temperature Probe Connector 3) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 4) PAPER key, to move the paper up 5) ON/OFF key, to turn the meter on or off 6) ALT key, to alternate key function 7) TEMP/TIME key, to select temperature reading, to view date and time, and to enable backlight (with ALT) 8) LOG key, to store and/or print measurements...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Range -50.0 to 150.0 °C ; -55.0 to 300.0 °F Resolution 0.1 °C (-30 °C to +130 °C); 0.2 °C outside 0.1 °F (-18 °F to 225 °F); 0.2 °F (225°F to 260 °F); 0.3 °F outside Accuracy ±0.4 °C (-20 °C to +120°C); ±0.7 °C outside (@20°C/68°F) ±0.8 °F (-4 to +248 °F);...
  • Page 7: Initial Preparation

    INITIAL PREPARATION Each meter is supplied complete with batteries. Remove the back cover, unwrap the batteries and install them while paying attention to the polarity. Alternatively, connect the HI 710005 or HI 710006 voltage adapter to the power adapter plug. To prepare the instrument for use, choose the most appropriate tem- perature probe for your application (see accessories) and connect it to the connector located on the top of the instrument.
  • Page 8: Setup Mode

    S E T U P M O D E Setup can be used to view data regarding the instrument status (e.g. battery charge) or GLP data (e.g. calibration date) or to view or print the logged data. It also allows the user to change the meter parameters (e.g.
  • Page 9 PASSWORD PROTECTION Setting the GLP parameters (calibration alarm time-out, instrument ID code, time and date) can be password protected. If password is set to a value different from 0000 (factory setting), the user will be asked to enter the password. •...
  • Page 10 Code Valid values Default 10 Show GLP data 11 Calibration alarm time-out On(enabled); Off(disabled) On 20 Instrument ID code 0000÷9999 0000 30 Current time hh:mm 00:00 31 Current day 32 Current month 33 Current year YYYY 2004 40 Auto-Off/Power down time-out Off,5,10,15,30,45,60 min 41 Battery level test 50 RS232 baud rate 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 9600...
  • Page 11 Note: The Sample ID is stored in the log memory as a 14 digit hexadecimal code. Only the last 6 digits will be displayed on the LCD: two (the least significant) on the lower LCD, and the next four on the upper LCD. Example: If the Sample ID is 010000012C354B: If the Sample ID code is null: Also only the last six digits will be printed on a single printer line.
  • Page 12 • If the sample number is correct, the samples starting from the selected one to the last sample of the lot will be printed. To stop printing before the last sample is reached, press and hold down the ALT and PAPER keys until the printer stops. •...
  • Page 13 DELETE LOGGED DATA • Select code 05 to delete the Log on Demand data or code 06 to delete the Timed Log Data. • A scrolling message will be displayed. • Press ALT and CFM to confirm deletion. • It is also possible to escape without data deletion pressing ALT and FNC.
  • Page 14: Taking Temperature Measurements

    TAKING TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENTS To prepare the instrument for use, choose the most appropriate temperature probe for your application (see accessories) and connect it to the connector located on the top of the instrument. All the probes have been factory precalibrated and no calibration is needed.
  • Page 15: Printing / Logging Functions

    P R I N T I N G / L O G G I N G F U N C T I O N S Two different modes to print / log data are available: 1. Timed Logging; samples are stored and printed (if print function is active) at fixed time intervals.
  • Page 16 c - Sample ID (only for the first sample of the lot) d -Date (only for the first printed sample of the lot or of the day) e - Sample number f - Time g -Reading ("----" means out of range). If no keys are pressed, the meter enters sleep mode to prolong the battery life and only the "LOG"...
  • Page 17 low battery condition, the message "bAtt" will appear for a few seconds on the LCD. Note: When an external adapter or new batteries are connected, the printing must be manually enabled in order to return to logging with printing mode. LOG ON DEMAND In measuring or timed log mode, press LOG to store the current reading.
  • Page 18 last logged lot in the lower LCD and the number of logged samples in the upper LCD are displayed. It is then possible to scroll through the following lot information with the à à à à à key: • Sample ID •...
  • Page 19: Good Laboratory Practice (Glp)

    GOOD LABORATORY PRACTICE (GLP) GLP is a set of functions that allows the storage or retrieval (when necessary) of data regarding the maintenance and status of the meter. LAST CALIBRATION DATE Last calibration date is stored automatically after a successful calibra- tion.
  • Page 20: Data Transfer To Pc

    DATA TRANSFER TO PC HI 98811 contains infrared transmitting circuitry. Ensure there isn't any logging process active. Press TEMP/TIME to set the meter to time or date mode and simply place your data-logger on a HI 9200 Infrared Transmitter (ensuring...
  • Page 21: Memory Organization

    M E M O R Y O R G A N I Z A T I O N Logged data are stored in the internal EEPROM and are retained even if batteries and external power are disconnected. MEMORY CAPACITY • 12900 data samples divided into 16 lots (lots 01 to 16) •...
  • Page 22: Printer Maintenance

    PRINTER MAINTENANCE CHANGE THE INK CARTRIDGE When printouts become faint, it might be necessary to change the ink cartridge. Contact your Hanna authorized center. INSERT THE PAPER ROLL The meters use plain paper rolls, 38 mm width. To insert a new roll open the paper cover pulling it gently and take the cylinder...
  • Page 23: Battery Replacement

    BATTERY REPLACEMENT When the batteries are inserted and no power adapter is connected, the meter can recognize different batteries charge levels. 1. Fully charged batteries. The backlight and printer can be enabled. 2. Weakening batteries - "LOBAT" symbol blinks on LCD. The backlight and printer are automatically disabled and it is not possible to enable them until new batteries are inserted or an external power adapter is connected.
  • Page 24: Temperature Probes

    TEMPERATURE PROBES HI 762A Air probe, 1 m (3.3') cable and white handle HI 762A/10 Air probe, 10 m (33') cable and white handle HI 762BL General purpose liquid probe, 1m (3.3' ) cable, black handle HI762L General purpose liquid probe, 1m (3.3' ) cable, white handle HI 762L/2 General purpose liquid probe, 2m (6.6' ) cable, white handle HI 762L/10...
  • Page 25: Un-Housed Ntc Sensors

    UN-HOUSED NTC SENSORS Often it is necessary to "customize" testing to meet specific criteria in the laboratory. For this reason, Hanna offers a wide line of NTC Thermistor sensors that can be custom mounted in almost any situation. Select the sensor that matches your application, attach it to the RCA adaptor and plug it into the meter.
  • Page 26: Accessories

    HI 76S2-5 NTC Thermistor sensor. Aluminum tab with mounting hole. 300mm 12" 0.31" DIA 3mm 1.6mm 0.12" 0.06" EPOXY 12.7mm 0.50" 6.4mm 0.25" 4.7mm 0.19" ALUMINUM HOUSING HI 76S2-6 NTC Thermistor sensor. PVC encapsulated tip for protection in aggressive environments. 300mm 15.8mm 7.1mm...
  • Page 27 24 VAC or 60 VDC. To avoid damage or burns, do not perform any measurements in microwave ovens. Hanna Instruments reserves the right to modify the design, construction and appearance of its products without advance notice.
  • Page 28 SALES AND TECHNICAL SERVICE CONTACTS Australia: Tel. (03) 9769.0666 • Fax (03) 9769.0699 China: Tel. (10) 88570068 • Fax (10) 88570060 Egypt: Tel. & Fax (02) 2758.683 Germany: Tel. (07851) 9129-0 • Fax (07851) 9129-99 Greece: Tel. (210) 823.5192 • Fax (210) 884.0210 Indonesia: Tel.

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