Operating manual. Multi Digital ph / D.O. / conductivity meter for a digital IDS sensor

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1 Operating manual Multi 3410 Digital ph / D.O. / conductivity meter for a digital IDS sensor ba75863e11 02/2011

2 Multi 3410 Accuracy when going to press The use of advanced technology and the high quality standard of our instruments are the result of a continuous development. This may result in differences between this operating manual and your meter. Also, we cannot guarantee that there are absolutely no errors in this manual. Therefore, we are sure you will understand that we cannot accept any legal claims resulting from the data, figures or descriptions. Copyright Weilheim 2011, WTW GmbH Reproduction in whole - or even in part - is prohibited without the express written permission of WTW GmbH, Weilheim. Printed in Germany. 2 ba75863e11 02/2011

3 Multi 3410 Contents Multi Contents 1 Overview Keypad Display Socket field Automatic sensor recognition IDS sensors IDS adapter for analog sensors Safety Authorized use General safety instructions Commissioning Scope of delivery Power supply Initial commissioning Inserting the rechargeable batteries Connecting the power pack / charging the batteries Switching on the meter Setting the date and time Operation Switching on the meter Login with a user name General operating principles Operating modes Navigation Example 1 on navigation: Setting the language Example 2 on navigation: Setting the date and time Sensor-independent settings System Data storage Automatic Stability control Automatic switch-off Display illumination ba75863e11 02/2011 3

4 Contents Multi Sensor info ph value General information Measuring the ph value Settings for ph measurements ph calibration Calibration interval Carrying out an automatic calibration (AutoCal) Carrying out a manual calibration (ConCal) Displaying calibration records Continuous measurement control (CMC function) QSC function (sensor quality control) ORP voltage General information Measuring the ORP Settings for ORP measurements Dissolved oxygen General information Measuring Settings for D.O. sensors (menu or measurement and calibration settings) FDO Check procedure (check of the FDO 925) D.O. calibration Displaying calibration records Conductivity General information Measuring Temperature compensation Settings for IDS conductivity sensors Determining the cell constant (calibration in control standard) Displaying calibration records Data storage Manual storage Automatic storage at intervals Editing the measurement data storage Erasing the measurement data storage Transmitting data (USB interfaces) Outputting current measurement data Transmitting data (to a PC) Connecting the PC / USB-B interface (USB Device) Options for data transmission to a PC (USB-B interface) Connecting the USB memory device / USB-A interface (USB Host) Data transmission to a USB memory device 4 ba75863e11 02/2011

5 Multi 3410 Contents (USB-A interface) Reset Resetting the measurement settings Resetting the system settings Maintenance, cleaning, disposal Maintenance Replacing the rechargeable batteries Cleaning Packing Disposal What to do if General information ph Dissolved oxygen Conductivity Technical data General data Measuring ranges, resolution, accuracy Lists Appendix: Firmware update Firmware update for the meter Multi Firmware-Update for IDS Sensors ba75863e11 02/2011 5

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7 Multi 3410 Overview 1 Overview The compact, digital precision meter Multi 3410 enables you to carry out ph measurements, ORP measurements, conductivity measurements and dissolved oxygen (D.O.) measurements quickly and reliably. The Multi 3410 provides the maximum degree of operating comfort, reliability and measuring certainty for all applications. The Multi 3410 supports you in your work with the following functions: proven calibration procedures automatic stability control (AR), automatic sensor recognition, CMC (continuous measurement control) QSC (sensor quality control) Keypad 2 Display 3 Socket field ba75863e11 02/2011 7

8 Overview Multi 3410 The two USB interfaces (USB-A and USB-B) enable you to: Transmit data to a USB memory device a PC Update the meter firmware. 1.1 Keypad F1 F2 M CAL AR PRT STO RCL ESC MENU ENTER Multi 3410 In this operating manual, keys are indicated by brackets <..>. The key symbol (e.g. <MENU/ENTER>) generally indicates a short keystroke (under 2 sec) in this operating manual. A long keystroke (approx. 2 sec) is indicated by the underscore behind the key symbol (e.g. <MENU/ENTER_>). F1 <F1>: <F2>: Softkeys providing situation dependent functions, e.g.: <F1>/[Info]: View information on a sensor F2 <On/Off>: Switches the meter on or off <M>: Selects the measured parameter CAL AR <CAL>: <CAL_>: <AR> Calls up the calibration procedure Displays the calibration data Freezes the measured value (HOLD function) Switches the AutoRead measurement on or off 8 ba75863e11 02/2011

9 Multi 3410 Overview <STO>: <STO_>: <RCL>: <RCL_>: < >< >: < >< >: Saves a measured value manually Opens the menu for the automatic save function Displays the manually stored measured values Displays the automatically stored measured values Menu control, navigation MENU ENTER PRT <MENU/ENTER>: <MENU/ENTER_>: <PRT> <PRT_> Opens the menu for measurement settings / Confirms entries Opens the menu for system settings Outputs stored data to the interface Outputs displayed data to the interface in intervals 1.2 Display Info : Status information 2 Measured value (with unit) 3 Measured parameter 4 Continuous measurement control (CMC function) 5 Sensor symbol (calibration evaluation, calibration interval) 6 Measured temperature (with unit) 7 Softkeys and date + time ba75863e11 02/2011 9

10 Overview Multi 3410 Function display indicators AutoCal e.g. TEC ConCal Error AR HOLD Calibration with automatic buffer recognition, e.g. with the buffer set: Technical buffers Calibration with any buffers An error occurred during calibration Stability control (AutoRead) is active Measured value is frozen (<AR> key) Batteries are almost empty Mains operation Mains operation with charge function Batteries are automatically charged in the background. Data are automatically output to the USB-B interface at intervals Data are output to the USB-A interface (USB flash drive) Power supply via the USB-B interface Batteries are not being charged 10 ba75863e11 02/2011

11 Multi 3410 Overview 1.3 Socket field Connectors: 1 Digital sensors (ph, ORP, conductivity, D.O.) 2 Power pack 3 USB-A (host) interface 4 USB B (device) interface 5 Service interface CAUTION Only connect sensors to the meter that cannot return any voltages or currents that are not allowed (> SELV and > current circuit with current limiting). WTW IDS sensors and IDS adapters meet these requirements. ba75863e11 02/

12 Overview Multi Automatic sensor recognition The automatic sensor recognition for IDS sensors allows to operate an IDS sensor at different meters without recalibration to operate different IDS sensors at one meter without recalibration to assign measurement data to an IDS sensor Measurement datasets are always stored and output with the sensor name and sensor series number. to assign calibration data to an IDS sensor Calibration data and calibration history are always stored and output with the sensor name and sensor series number. to activate the correct cell constant for conductivity sensors automatically to hide menus automatically that do not concern this sensor To be able to use the automatic sensor recognition, a meter that supports the automatic sensor recognition (e.g. Multi 3410) and a digital IDS sensor are required. In digital IDS sensors, sensor data are stored that clearly identify the sensor. The sensor data are automatically taken over by the meter. 1.5 IDS sensors IDS sensors support the automatic sensor recognition show only the settings relevant to the specific sensor in the setting menu process signals in the sensor digitally so that precise and interference-free measurements are enabled even with long cables facilitate to assign a sensor to a measured parameter with differently colored couplings have quick-lock couplings with which to fix the sensors to the meter. Note Information on available IDS sensors is given on the Internet and in the WTW catalog, "Laboratory and field instrumentation". 12 ba75863e11 02/2011

13 Multi 3410 Overview Sensor data from IDS sensors IDS sensors transmit the following sensor data to the meter: SENSOR ID Sensor name Sensor series number Calibration data Calibration date Calibration characteristics Calibration interval Selected buffer set (IDS ph sensors only) Cell constant (IDS conductivity sensors only) Calibration history of the last 10 calibrations Measurement settings (IDS conductivity sensors only) The set measured parameter The set reference temperature The set temperature coefficient The set TDS factor The calibration data are updated in the IDS sensor after each calibration procedure. A message is displayed while the data are being updated in the sensor. Note In the measured value display, you can display the sensor name and series number of the selected sensor with the [Info] softkey. You can then display all further sensor data stored in the sensor with the [More] softkey. 1.6 IDS adapter for analog sensors With the aid of an IDS adapter, you can also operate analog sensors on the Multi An IDS adapter and analog sensor together behave like an IDS sensor. The measuring electronics with the stored adapter data are in the adapter head. The adapter data correspond to the sensor data. Note Information on available IDS adapters is given on the Internet and in the WTW catalog, "Laboratory and field instrumentation". Detailed information on the IDS adapter is given in the operating manual of the adapter. ba75863e11 02/

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15 Multi 3410 Safety 2 Safety This operating manual contains basic instructions that you must follow during the commissioning, operation and maintenance of the meter. Consequently, all responsible personnel must read this operating manual before working with the meter. The operating manual must always be available within the vicinity of the meter. Target group The meter was developed for work in the field and in the laboratory. Thus, we assume that, as a result of their professional training and experience, the operators will know the necessary safety precautions to take when handling chemicals. Safety instructions Safety instructions in this operating manual are indicated by the warning symbol (triangle) in the left column. The signal word (e.g. "Caution") indicates the level of danger: WARNING indicates instructions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid possibly great dangers to personnel. CAUTION indicates instructions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of slight injuries or damage to the meter or the environment. Further notes Note indicates notes that draw your attention to special features. Note indicates cross-references to other documents, e.g. operating manuals. ba75863e11 02/

16 Safety Multi Authorized use The authorized use of the meter consists exclusively of the measurement of the ph, ORP, conductivity and dissolved oxygen in a field and laboratory environment. The technical specifications as given in chapter 7 TECHNICAL DATA must be observed. Only the operation and running of the meter according to the instructions given in this operating manual is authorized. Any other use is considered unauthorized. 2.2 General safety instructions This meter is constructed and tested in compliance with the IEC 1010 safety regulations for electronic measuring instruments. It left the factory in a safe and secure technical condition. Function and operational safety The smooth functioning and operational safety of the meter can only be guaranteed if the generally applicable safety measures and the specific safety instructions in this operating manual are followed during operation. The smooth functioning and operational safety of the meter can only be guaranteed under the environmental conditions that are specified in chapter 7 TECHNICAL DATA. If the meter was transported from a cold environment to a warm environment, the formation of condensate can lead to the faulty functioning of the meter. In this event, wait until the temperature of the meter reaches room temperature before putting the meter back into operation. CAUTION The meter is only allowed to be opened by authorized personnel. 16 ba75863e11 02/2011

17 Multi 3410 Safety Safe operation If safe operation is no longer possible, the meter must be taken out of service and secured against inadvertent operation! Safe operation is no longer possible if the meter: has been damaged in transport has been stored under adverse conditions for a lengthy period of time is visibly damaged no longer operates as described in this manual. If you are in any doubt, please contact the supplier of the meter. Obligations of the purchaser The purchaser of this meter must ensure that the following laws and guidelines are observed when using dangerous substances: EEC directives for protective labor legislation National protective labor legislation Safety regulations Safety datasheets of the chemical manufacturers. CAUTION In addition to the safety instructions mentioned here, also follow the safety instructions of the sensors used. The operating manuals of the sensors are available on the supplied CD and on the Internet under ba75863e11 02/

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19 Multi 3410 Commissioning 3 Commissioning 3.1 Scope of delivery Meter Multi NiMH rechargeable batteries 1.2 V Mignon type AA USB cable (A plug on mini B plug) Power pack Short instructions Detailed operating manual (4 languages) CD-ROM 3.2 Power supply The Multi 3410 is supplied with power in the following ways: Battery operation with NiMh rechargeable batteries Mains operation with the supplied power pack. The NiMh rechargeable batteries are automatically charged while the power pack is connected. USB operation via a connected USB-B cable. The inserted NiMh rechargeable batteries are not charged 3.3 Initial commissioning Perform the following activities: Insert the rechargeable batteries and charge them Connect the power pack (mains operation / battery charging) Switch on the meter Set the date and time Inserting the rechargeable batteries 1 Unscrew the two screws (1) on the underside of the meter. 2 Open the battery compartment (2) on the underside of the meter. ba75863e11 02/

20 Commissioning Multi Place four rechargeable batteries (type Mignon AA) in the battery compartment. CAUTION Make sure that the poles of the rechargeable batteries are positioned correctly. The ± signs on the batteries must correspond to the ± signs in the battery compartment. 4 Close the battery compartment (2) and tighten the screws (1) Connecting the power pack / charging the batteries CAUTION The line voltage at the operating site must lie within the input voltage range of the original power pack (see section 7.1). CAUTION Use original power packs only (see section 7.1). CAUTION The batteries in the battery compartment are automatically charged when the power pack is connected. Make sure that only NiMH rechargeable batteries are in the battery compartment. The charging process is optimized for NiMH rechargeable batteries. Other battery types can cause damage during the charging process. 20 ba75863e11 02/2011

21 Multi 3410 Commissioning 1 Connect the plug of the power pack to the socket for the power pack on the Multi Connect the original power pack to an easily accessible power outlet. During mains operation, one of the following symbols is displayed: : Mains operation with charge function Batteries are automatically charged in the background. : Mains operation Note Charge the batteries completely prior to putting the meter into operation for the first time. The charging process takes approx. 10 hours. The symbol is displayed if the batteries are nearly discharged Switching on the meter 1 Press the <On/Off> key. The meter performs a self-test. The display shows the manufacturer's logo while the self-test is being performed. 2 Connect the sensor. The meter switches to the measuring mode (measured value display). Note The meter has an energy saving feature to avoid unnecessary power consumption during battery operation. The energy saving feature switches off the meter during battery operation if no key is pressed during the adjusted interval. (How to set the switch-off interval, see section 4.4). The switch-off interval of the energy saving feature is not active when the meter is supplied with power via the power pack or the USB-B cable. ba75863e11 02/

22 Commissioning Multi Setting the date and time 3 See section ba75863e11 02/2011

23 Multi 3410 Operation 4 Operation 4.1 Switching on the meter Switching on Press the <On/Off> key. The meter performs a self-test. The display shows the manufacturer's logo while the self-test is being performed. If a sensor is connected, the measured value display appears. Info :00 Switching off Press the <On/Off> key. 4.2 Login with a user name After activation of the user administration by the administrator, measurements are only possible after login with a user name. The user name is documented with the measured values and in records. All user names entered by the administrator are listed in the User name menu. The administrator determines for each user whether or not a password is required for login to the meter. If the Password menu item is grayed out, no password is required for login. 1 Switch on the meter with <On/Off>. The Login dialog box appears. ba75863e11 02/

24 Operation Multi 3410 Login User name Admin Password #### Change password :00 2, enter the Benutzername menu item and confirm with <MENU/ ENTER>. The user name is highlighted. 3 <MENU/ENTER>. Note The login is done immediately if no password is required. If a sensor is connected the measured value display appears. 4 If a password is required: Using, enter the Password menu item and confirm with <MENU/ENTER>. Note The user specifies the password when he or she first logs in with a user name. A valid password consists of 4 digits. The user can change the password with the next login. 5.. the password was completely entered, confirm with <MENU/ ENTER>. The login takes place. If a sensor is connected the measured value display appears. 24 ba75863e11 02/2011

25 Multi 3410 Operation Changing the password If the administrator has set up the access with password protection: 1 Switch on the meter with <On/Off>. The Login dialog box appears. 2, enter the Benutzername menu item and confirm with <MENU/ ENTER>. The user name is highlighted. 3 <MENU/ENTER>. 4, enter the Change password<menu/enter>. 5 Enter the old password in the Password and and confirm with <MENU/ENTER>. 6 Enter the new password in the New password and and confirm with <MENU/ENTER>. The password is changed. The login takes place. If a sensor is connected the measured value display appears. Forgotten the password? Contact the administrator. ba75863e11 02/

26 Operation Multi General operating principles This section contains basic information on the operation of the Multi Operating elements, display Operating modes, navigation An overview of the operating elements and the display is given in section 1.1 and section 1.2. An overview of the operating modes and navigation of the Multi 3410 is given in section and section Operating modes The meter has the following operating modes: Measuring The measurement data of the connected sensor is shown in the measured value display Calibration The course of a calibration with calibration information, functions and settings is displayed Storage in memory The meter stores measuring data automatically or manually Data transmission The meter transmits measuring data and calibration records to a USB-B interface automatically or manually. Setting The system menu or a sensor menu with submenus, settings and functions is displayed 26 ba75863e11 02/2011

27 Multi 3410 Operation Navigation Measured value display Menus and dialogs In the measured value display, you can open the menu for calibration and measurement settings with <MENU/ENTER> (short keystroke) open the system menu with the sensor-independent settings by pressing <MENU/ENTER>Storage & config for a <MENU/ ENTER_>long keystroke, approx. 2 s). change the display in the selected measuring window (e. g. ph >< mv) by pressing <M>. The menus for settings and dialogs in procedures contain further submenus. The selection is made with the < >< > keys. The current selection is displayed with a frame. Submenus The name of the submenu is displayed at the upper edge of the frame. Submenus are opened by confirming with <MENU/ENTER>. Example: System General Interface Clock function Service information Reset :00 Settings Settings are indicated by a colon. The current setting is displayed on the right-hand side. The setting mode is opened with <MENU/ ENTER>. Subsequently, the setting can be changed with < >< > and <MENU/ENTER>. Example: General Language: Deutsch Acoustic signal: Off Volume 9 Illumination: On Brightness: 12 Switchoff time: 1 h Temperature unit: C Stability control: On :00 ba75863e11 02/

28 Operation Multi 3410 Functions Functions are designated by the name of the function. They are immediately carried out by confirming with <MENU/ENTER>. Example: Display the Calibration record function. ph Calibration record Calibration data storage Buffer: Single-point calibration: Calibration interval: Unit for slope: TEC Yes 7 d mv/ph [i] :00 Messages Information is marked by the [i] symbol. They cannot be selected. Example: ph Calibration record Calibration data storage Buffer: Single-point calibration: Calibration interval: Unit for slope: TEC Yes 7 d mv/ph [i] :00 Note The principles of navigation are explained in the two following sections by reference of examples: Setting the language (section 4.3.3) Setting the date and time (see section 4.3.4). 28 ba75863e11 02/2011

29 Multi 3410 Operation Example 1 on navigation: Setting the language 1 Press the <On/Off> key. The measured value display appears. The instrument is in the measuring mode. Info :00 2 Open the Storage & config menu with <MENU/ENTER_>. The instrument is in the setting mode. Storage & config System Data storage :00 3 Select the System submenu with < >< >. The current selection is displayed with a frame. 4 Open the System submenu with <MENU/ENTER>. ba75863e11 02/

30 Operation Multi 3410 System General Interface Clock function Service information Reset :00 5 Select the General submenu with < >< >. The current selection is displayed with a frame. 6 Open the General submenu with <MENU/ENTER>. General Language: Deutsch Acoustic signal: Off Illumination: On Kontrast: 50 % Switchoff time: 1 h :00 7 Open the setting mode for the Language with <MENU/ ENTER>. General Language: Deutsch Acoustic signal: Off Illumination: On Brightness: 50 % Switchoff time: 1 h :00 30 ba75863e11 02/2011

31 Multi 3410 Operation 8 Select the required language with < >< >. 9 Confirm the setting with <MENU/ENTER>. The meter switches to the measuring mode. The selected language is active Example 2 on navigation: Setting the date and time The measuring instrument has a clock with a date function. The date and time are indicated in the status line of the measured value display. When storing measured values and calibrating, the current date and time are automatically stored as well. The correct setting of the date and time and date format is important for the following functions and displays: Current date and time Calibration date Identification of stored measured values. Therefore, check the time at regular intervals. Note After a fall of the supply voltage (empty batteries), the date and time are reset to , 00:00 hours. Setting the date, time and date format The date format can be switched from the display of day, month, year (dd.mm.yy) to the display of month, day, year (mm/dd/yy or mm.dd.yy). 1 In the measured value display: Open the Storage & config menu with <MENU/ENTER_>. The instrument is in the setting mode. 2 Select and confirm the System / Clock function menu with < >< > and <MENU/ENTER>. The setting menu for the date and time opens up. ba75863e11 02/

32 Operation Multi 3410 Clock function Date format: dd.mm.yy Date: Time: 14:53: :00 3 Select and confirm the Time menu with < >< > and <MENU/ ENTER>. The hours are highlighted. 4 Change and confirm the setting with < >< > and <MENU/ ENTER>. The minutes are highlighted. 5 Change and confirm the setting with < >< > and <MENU/ ENTER>. The seconds are highlighted. 6 Change and confirm the setting with < >< > and <MENU/ ENTER>. The time is set. 7 If necessary, set the Date and Date format. The setting is made similarly to that of the time. 8 If necessary, select and set the Date with < >< > and <MENU/ENTER>. 9 To make further settings, switch to the next higher menu level with <ESC>. or Switch to the measured value display with <M>. The instrument is in the measuring mode. 32 ba75863e11 02/2011

33 Multi 3410 Operation 4.4 Sensor-independent settings The Storage & config menu includes the following settings: System (see section 4.4.1). Data storage (see section 4.4.2) System Overview Settings The following sensor-independent meter characteristics can be adjusted in the Storage & config/system menu: Menu language Beep on keystroke Loudness of the beep Illumination Brightness Interval of the automatic switchoff Data interface Clock and date function Reset of all sensor-independent system settings to the default condition To open the Storage & config menu, press the <MENU/ENTER_> key in the measured value display. After completing the settings, switch to the measured value display with <M>. Default settings are printed in bold. Menu item Setting Description System / General / Language System / General / Acoustic signal Deutsch English (more) Beep 1 Beep 2 off Selects the menu language Switches on/off the beep on keystroke System / General / Volume Changes the loudness of the beep System / General / Illumination Auto on Switches the display illumination on/off System / General / Brightness Changes the display brightness System / General / Switchoff time 10 min... 1h h Adjusts the switch-off time ba75863e11 02/

34 Operation Multi 3410 Menu item Setting Description System / General / Temperature unit System / General / Stability control System / Interface / USB Host C F on off on off Temperature unit, degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit. All temperatures are displayed with the selected unit. Switches on or off the automatic stability control during measurement (see section 4.4.3) Switches on or off the USB Host interface. You can switch off the power supply of the USB Host interface to extend the operating time of the batteries. The USB Host interface has to be switched on in order to transfer data to a USB memory device. System / Interface / Baud rate 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, Baud rate of the USB Device interface System / Interface / Output format System / Interface / Decimal separator System / Interface / Output header System /Clock function System /Service information ASCII CSV Dot (xx.x) Comma (xx,x) Date format Date Time Output format for data transmission For details, see section 4.11 Decimal separator Output of a header for Output format: CSV Settings of time and date. For details, see section Hardware version and software version of the meter are displayed. System /Reset - Resets the system settings to the default values. For details, see section ba75863e11 02/2011

35 Multi 3410 Operation Data storage This menu contains all functions to display, edit and erase stored measured values. Note Detailed information on the storage functions of the Multi 3410 is given in section Automatic Stability control The automatic Stability control (AutoRead) function continuously checks the stability of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable impact on the reproducibility of measured values. You can activate or switch off the automatic Stability control function (see section 4.4). The measured parameter flashes on the display as soon as the measured value is outside the stability range when you switch over between the measured parameters with <M>. when the automatic Stability control is switched off Automatic switch-off The instrument has an automatic switchoff function in order to save the batteries (see section 4.4.1). The automatic switchoff switches off the measuring instrument if no key is pressed for an adjustable period. The automatic switchoff is not active if the power pack is connected if a USB-B cable is connected if the Automatic data storage function is active, or with automatic data transmission Display illumination The meter automatically switches the display illumination to energy saving mode if no key is pressed for 20 seconds. After a further 60 seconds, the meter switches off the display illumination completely. The illumination is switched on with the next keystroke again. You can also generally switch on the display illumination (see section 4.4.1). ba75863e11 02/

36 Operation Multi Sensor info You can display the current sensor data and sensor settings of a connected sensor at any time. The sensor data are available in the measured value display with the [Info] softkey. Info :00 1 In the measured value display: Display the sensor data (sensor name, series number) with [Info]. More :00 2 Display further sensor data (settings) with [More]. 36 ba75863e11 02/2011

37 Multi 3410 Operation SenTix 940 B Man. temperature: 25 C ph resolution mv resolution 0.1 Buffer TEC Calibration interval 7d Unit for slope mv/ph QSC: :00 ba75863e11 02/

38 Operation Multi ph value General information You can measure the following parameters: ph value [ ] Sensor voltage [mv] Note The sensor connection and the USB-B (device) interface are galvanically isolated. This enables interference-free measurements in grounded measuring media. Temperature measurement For reproducible ph measurements, it is essential to measure the temperature of the test sample. IDS sensors measure the temperature with a temperature sensor integrated in the IDS sensor. When operating a sensor without integrated temperature sensor, e.g. via an IDS ph adapter, you have to determine and input the temperature of the measuring medium first. Preparatory activities Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to measure: 1 Connect the IDS ph sensor to the meter. The ph measuring window is displayed. 2 If necessary, select the measured parameter with <M>. 3 If necessary, calibrate or check the IDS ph sensor. 38 ba75863e11 02/2011

39 Multi 3410 Operation Measuring the ph value 1 Perform the preparatory activities according to section Immerse the IDS ph sensor in the test sample. Info :00 3 Select the ph or mv display with <M>. Stability control (AutoRead ) The stability control function (AutoRead) continually checks the stability of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable impact on the reproducibility of measured values. The display of the measured parameter flashes until a stable measured value is available. You can start the Stability control manually at any time, irrespective of the setting for automatic Stability control (see section 4.4.3) in the System menu. 1 Freeze the measured value with <AR>. The [HOLD] status indicator is displayed. 2 Using <MENU/ENTER>, activate the Stability control function manually. The [AR] status indicator appears while the measured value is assessed as not stable. A progress bar is displayed and the display of the measured parameter flashes. The [HOLD][AR] status indicator appears as soon as a stable measured value is recognized. The progress bar disappears and the display of the measured parameter stops flashing. The current measurement data is output to the interface. Measurement data meeting the stability control criterion is marked by AR. ba75863e11 02/

40 Operation Multi 3410 Note You can prematurely terminate the Stability control function manually with <MENU/ENTER> at any time. If the Stability control function is prematurely terminated, the current measurement data are output to the interface without the AutoRead info. 3 Release the frozen measured value again with <AR> or <M>. The [AR] status display disappears. The display switches back to the previous indication. Criteria for a stable measured value The Stability control function checks whether the measured values are stable within the monitored time interval. Measured parameter Time interval Stability in the time interval ph value 15 seconds Δ ph: Better than 0.01 Temperature 15 seconds Δ T ( C): Better than 0.02 The minimum duration until a measured value is assessed as stable is the monitored time interval. The actual duration is mostly longer. 40 ba75863e11 02/2011

41 Multi 3410 Operation Settings for ph measurements Overview Settings The following settings are possible for ph measurements: Calibration record (display) Calibration data storage (display) Calibration interval Buffers for calibration Single-point calibration Unit for slope Resolution The settings are made in the menu for calibration and measurement settings of the ph/orp measurement. To open the settings, display the required parameter in the measured value display and press the <MENU/ENTER> key. After completing the settings, switch to the measured value display with <M>. Default settings are printed in bold. Menu item Possible setting Description Calibration /Calibration record - Displays the calibration record of the last calibration Calibration /Calibration data storage Calibration / Calibration data storage / Copy to USB flash drive Calibration / Calibration data storage / Output to RS232/USB - Displays the last calibration records (max. 10) - Outputs the calibration data storage to a connected USB flash drive - Outputs the calibration data storage to the interface Calibration /Buffer Calibration /Single-point calibration TEC NIST/DIN ConCal... yes no Buffer sets to be used for ph calibration. For further buffers and details, see section Quick calibration with 1 buffer Calibration /Calibration interval d Calibration interval for the IDS ph sensor (in days). The meter reminds you to calibrate regularly by the flashing sensor symbol in the measuring window. ba75863e11 02/

42 Operation Multi 3410 Menu item Possible setting Description Calibration /Unit for slope mv/ph % Unit of the slope. The % display refers to the Nernst slope of mv/ph (100 x determined slope/nernst slope). QSC /First calibration - Starts the initial calibration with QSC buffers. This menu item is only available as long as no initial calibration was carried out with the connected IDS sensor. QSC /Record of first calibration - Displays the calibration record of the QSC initial calibration QSC /Control calibration - Starts the control calibration with QSC buffers. This menu item is only available if an initial calibration was carried out with the connected IDS sensor. Man. temperature C ph resolution mv resolution Entry of the manually determined temperature This menu item is only available if an IDS adapter and is connected. Resolution of the ph display Resolution of the mv display Reset - Resets all sensor settings to the delivery condition (see section ) 42 ba75863e11 02/2011

43 Multi 3410 Operation ph calibration Why calibrate? When do you have to calibrate? Buffer sets for calibration During the operation of an IDS ph sensor, the zero point (asymmetry) and slope of the sensor change with time.as a result, an inexact measured value is displayed. Calibration determines the current values of the zero point and slope of the ph sensor and stores them in the measuring instrument. Thus, you should calibrate at regular intervals. When the calibration interval has expired You can use the buffer sets quoted in the table for an automatic calibration. The ph values are valid for the specified temperature values. The temperature dependence of the ph values is taken into consideration during the calibration. No. Buffer set * ph values at 1 ConCal Any Any 2 NIST/DIN DIN buffers according to DIN and NIST Traceable Buffers 3 TEC WTW Technical buffers C 25 C 4 Merck 1* Merck 2 * Merck 3 * Merck 4 * C 20 C 20 C 20 C ba75863e11 02/

44 Operation Multi 3410 No. Buffer set * ph values at 8 Merck 5 * DIN Mettler Toledo US * Mettler Toledo EU * Fisher 1* Fluka BS * Radiometer * Baker * Metrohm * Beckman * Hamilton DC * Precisa * C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 44 ba75863e11 02/2011

45 Multi 3410 Operation No. Buffer set * ph values at 8 Merck 5 * DIN Mettler Toledo US * Mettler Toledo EU * Fisher 1* Fluka BS * Radiometer * Baker * Metrohm * Beckman * Hamilton DC * Precisa * C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C 25 C ba75863e11 02/

46 Operation Multi 3410 No. Buffer set * ph values at 20 Reagecon TEC * Reagecon 20 * Reagecon 25 * Riedel-de Haen * C 20 C 25 C 20 C * Brand names or trade names are trademarks of their respective owners protected by law. Note The buffers are selected in the menu, ph / <MENU/ENTER> / Calibration / Buffer (see section 4.6.3). 46 ba75863e11 02/2011

47 Multi 3410 Operation Calibration points Calibration can be performed using one to five buffer solutions in any order (single-point to five-point calibration). The meter determines the following values and calculates the calibration line as follows: Determined values Displayed calibration data 1-point Asy Zero point = Asy Slope = Nernst slope (-59.2 mv/ph at 25 C) 2-point 3-point to 5-point Asy Slp. Asy Slp. Zero point = Asy Slope = Slp. Zero point = Asy Slope = Slp. The calibration line is calculated by linear regression. Note You can display the slope in the units, mv/ph or % (see section 4.6.3). Stability control Calibration record Display calibration data and output to interface The calibration procedure automatically activates the stability control function. The current measurement with stability control can be terminated at any time (accepting the current value). The new calibration values are displayed when a calibration procedure is completed. You can have the data of the last calibration displayed (see section 4.6.8). Subsequently, you can transmit the displayed calibration data to the interface, e. g. to a PC, with the <PRT> key. Note The calibration record is automatically transmitted to the interface after calibrating. ba75863e11 02/

48 Operation Multi 3410 Sample record Multi 3410 Ser. no CALIBRATION ph Calibration date :13:33 SenTix 940 Ser. no. B TEC Buffer Buffer Buffer Voltage mv 24.0 C Voltage mv 24.0 C Voltage mv 24.0 C Slope mv/ph Asymmetry 4.0 mv Sensor +++ etc... Calibration evaluation After calibrating, the meter automatically evaluates the calibration. The zero point and slope are evaluated separately. The worse evaluation of both is taken into account. The evaluation appears on the display and in the calibration record. Display Calibration record Zero point [mv] Slope [mv/ph] or or Clean the IDS sensor according to the sensor operating manual Error Error < -30 or > or Eliminate the error according to chapter 6 WHAT TO DO IF... Note For ph IDS sensors, you can optionally enable a more finely graded calibration evaluation (QSC) (see section ). 48 ba75863e11 02/2011

49 Multi 3410 Operation Preparatory activities Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to calibrate: 1 Connect the IDS ph sensor to the meter. The ph measuring window is displayed. 2 Keep the buffer solutions ready Calibration interval The calibration evaluation is displayed as a sensor symbol. After the QSC function has been enabled the sensor symbol is replaced by the QSC color scale (see section ). After the specified calibration interval has expired, the sensor symbol or the QSC color scale flashes. It is still possible to measure. Note To ensure the high measuring accuracy of the measuring system, calibrate after the calibration interval has expired. Setting the calibration interval The calibration interval is set to 7 days (d7) in the factory. You can change the interval ( days): 1 Open the menu for measurement settings with <MENU/ ENTER>. 2 In the Calibration / Calibration interval menu, set the calibration interval with < >< >. 3 Confirm the setting with <MENU/ENTER>. 4 Quit the menu with <M>. ba75863e11 02/

50 Operation Multi Carrying out an automatic calibration (AutoCal) Make sure that in the sensor menu, Buffer menu, the buffer set is correctly selected (see section 4.6.3). Use any one to five buffer solutions of the selected buffer set in ascending or descending order. Below, calibration with Technical buffers (TEC) is described. When other buffer sets are used, other nominal buffer values are displayed. Apart from that, the procedure is identical. Note If single-point calibration was set in the menu, the calibration procedure is automatically finished with the measurement of buffer solution 1 and the calibration record is displayed. 1 In the measured value display, select the measured parameter ph or mv with <M>. 2 Start the calibration with <CAL>. The calibration display for the first buffer appears (voltage display) :00 3 Thoroughly rinse the IDS sensor with deionized water. 4 Immerse the IDS ph sensor in buffer solution 1. 5 For measurements without temperature sensor (e.g. when using an IDS adapter): Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it with < >< >. 6 Start the measurement with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes. 50 ba75863e11 02/2011

51 Multi 3410 Operation :00 7 Wait for the end of the measurement with stability control or accept the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage display). 8 If necessary, finish the calibration procedure as a single-point calibration with <M>. The calibration record is displayed. Note For single-point calibration, the instrument uses the Nernst slope (-59.2 mv/ph at 25 C) and determines the zero point of the IDS ph sensor. ba75863e11 02/

52 Operation Multi 3410 Continuing with twopoint calibration 9 Thoroughly rinse the IDS ph sensor with deionized water. 10 Immerse the IDS ph sensor in buffer solution When measuring without temperature sensor: Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it with < >< >. 12 Start the measurement with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes :00 13 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage display). 14 If necessary, finish the calibration procedure as a two-point calibration with <M>. The calibration record is displayed. 52 ba75863e11 02/2011

53 Multi 3410 Operation Continuing with threeto five-point calibration 15 Thoroughly rinse the IDS ph sensor with deionized water. 16 Immerse the IDS ph sensor in the next buffer solution. 17 When measuring without temperature sensor: Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it with < >< >. 18 Start the measurement with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes :00 19 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage display). 20 If necessary, use <M> to finish the calibration. The calibration record is displayed. or Switch to calibration with the next buffer with <MENU/ ENTER>. Note Calibration is automatically completed after the last buffer of a buffer set has been measured. Then the calibration record is displayed. The calibration line is determined by linear regression. ba75863e11 02/

54 Operation Multi Carrying out a manual calibration (ConCal) Make sure that in the sensor menu, Buffer menu, the ConCal buffer set is correctly selected (see section 4.6.3). Use any one to five buffer solutions in ascending or descending order. Note If single-point calibration was set in the menu, the calibration procedure is automatically finished with the measurement of buffer solution 1 and the calibration record is displayed. 1 In the measured value display, select the measured parameter ph or mv with <M>. 2 Start the calibration with <CAL>. The calibration display for the first buffer appears (voltage display) :00 3 Thoroughly rinse the IDS sensor with deionized water. 4 Immerse the IDS ph sensor in buffer solution 1. 5 For measurements without temperature sensor (e.g. when using an IDS adapter): Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it with < >< >. 6 Start the measurement with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes. 54 ba75863e11 02/2011

55 Multi 3410 Operation :00 7 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The ph value of the buffer solution is displayed :00 8 Set the nominal buffer value for the measured temperature with < >< >. 9 Accept the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage display). 10 If necessary, finish the calibration procedure as a single-point calibration with <M>. The calibration record is displayed. Note For single-point calibration, the instrument uses the Nernst slope (-59.2 mv/ph at 25 C) and determines the zero point of the IDS ph sensor. ba75863e11 02/

56 Operation Multi 3410 Continuing with twopoint calibration 11 Thoroughly rinse the IDS sensor with deionized water. 12 Immerse the IDS ph sensor in buffer solution When measuring without temperature sensor: Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it with < >< >. 14 Start the measurement with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes. 15 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The ph value of the buffer solution is displayed :00 16 Set the nominal buffer value for the measured temperature with < >< >. 17 Accept the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage display). 18 If necessary, finish the calibration procedure as a two-point calibration with <M>. The calibration record is displayed. 56 ba75863e11 02/2011

57 Multi 3410 Operation Continuing with threeto five-point calibration 19 Thoroughly rinse the IDS ph sensor with deionized water. 20 Immerse the IDS ph sensor in the next buffer solution. 21 When measuring without temperature sensor: Measure the temperature of the buffer manually and enter it with < >< >. 22 Start the measurement with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes. 23 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or terminate the stability control and take over the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The ph value of the buffer solution is displayed :00 24 Set the nominal buffer value for the measured temperature with < >< >. 25 Accept the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage display). 26 If necessary, use <M> to finish the calibration. The calibration record is displayed. or Continue calibrating using the next buffer with <MENU/ ENTER>. Note After the fifth buffer has been measured the calibration is automatically finished. Then the calibration record is displayed. The calibration line is determined by linear regression. ba75863e11 02/

58 Operation Multi Displaying calibration records The calibration data can be displayed and then output to the interface. Displaying the calibration record The calibration record of the last calibration is to be found under the menu item, Calibration / Calibration record. To open it in the measured value display, press the <CAL_> key. The calibration records of the last 10 calibrations are to be found in the menu, Calibration / Calibration data storage / Display. To open the Calibration menu, press the <MENU/ENTER> key in the measured value display. Menu item Setting/ function Description Calibration / Calibration data storage / Display Calibration / Calibration data storage / Copy to USB flash drive Calibration / Calibration data storage / Output to RS232/USB - Displays the calibration records. Further options: Scroll through the calibration records with < >< >. Output the displayed calibration record to the interface with <PRT>. Output all calibration records to the interface with <PRT_>. Quit the display with <ESC> or <MENU/ ENTER>. Switch directly to the measured value display with <M>. - Outputs the calibration data storage to a connected USB flash drive - Outputs the calibration data storage to the interface 58 ba75863e11 02/2011

59 Multi 3410 Operation Continuous measurement control (CMC function) The Continuous Measurement Control (CMC function) facilitates to evaluate the current measured value instantly and definitely. After each successful calibration the scale of the ph measuring range is displayed in the measured value display. Here you can very clearly see whether or not the current measured value is in the calibrated part of the measuring range. The following information is displayed: Info :00 1 Measuring range for which a valid calibration is available (background color). Measured values in this range are suitable for documentation. 2 Measuring range for which no valid calibration is available (light gray). Measured values in this range are not suitable for documentation. Calibrate the meter with buffers covering this measuring range. If the current measured value is not in the calibrated range, the color of this range changes to dark gray. If a measured value is outside the measuring range ph 0-14, overflow arrows are displayed at the left or right edge of the measuring range. 3 Currently measured ph value (needle) 4 Marking lines for all nominal buffer values used with the last valid calibration The limits of the calibrated range are determined by the buffers used for calibration: Lower limit: Buffer with lowest ph value - 2 ph units Upper limit: Buffer with highest ph value + 2 ph units ba75863e11 02/

60 Operation Multi QSC function (sensor quality control) General information on the QSC function The QSC function (Quality Sensor Control) is a new sensor evaluation for digital IDS sensors. It evaluates the condition of an IDS ph sensor individually and with a very fine grading. On the display, the QSC color scale (from green to yellow) indicates the current sensor evaluation by means of a pointer. QSC color scale Info :00 The double arrow on the color scale indicates the current sensor evaluation. In the printout, the sensor evaluation is quoted as a percentage (1-100). The finely graded sensor evaluation of the QSC function promptly calls your attention to changes of the sensor. Thus you can do what is necessary to restore the optimum measuring quality (e.g. clean, calibrate or replace the sensor). Sensor evaluation with / without QSC function With QSC function Very fine grading of the sensor evaluation (100 grades) The reference value is individually determined for each sensor during the QSC initial calibration. Low tolerances for zero point and slope when using QSC buffer solutions Additional QSC calibration required (with special QSC buffer set) Without QSC function (sensor symbol) Rough grading of the sensor evaluation (4 grades) A theoretical reference value is used for all sensors Greater tolerances for zero point and slope when using commercial buffer sets No additional calibration required 60 ba75863e11 02/2011

61 Multi 3410 Operation QSC calibration The QSC function is enabled by once carrying out an additional threepoint calibration with special QSC buffer solutions. It covers the measuring range of the sensor from ph 2 to ph 11. The QSC initial calibration determines the actual condition of the sensor and stores it as a reference in the sensor. To meet the high requirements of a QSC initial calibration, the QSC initial calibration should optimally be carried out with the initial commissioning of the sensor. Carry out the normal calibrations for your special measuring range with your usual standard solutions as previously done. Note As soon as the QSC function was enabled for an IDS sensor, it is not possible to return to the sensor evaluation with the sensor symbol for this sensor. Carrying out a QSC initial calibration 1 Open the menu for measurement settings with <MENU/ ENTER>. 2 In the QSC menu, select First calibration with < >< >. The calibration display appears. AutoCal QSC-Kit is displayed as the buffer. Exclusively use the QSC-Kit for the QSC calibration. If you use other buffers, you will have no valid QSC calibration :00 3 Calibration with the buffers of the QSC-Kit is done like a normal three-point calibration. Follow the user guide. Note Carry out the QSC initial calibration very carefully. It determines the reference value for the sensor. This reference value cannot be overwritten or reset. As soon as the QSC function was enabled, it is not possible to return to the sensor evaluation with the sensor symbol. ba75863e11 02/

62 Operation Multi As soon as the three-point calibration has been successfully carried out you can decide whether to accept or discard the calibration as the QSC initial calibration. The QSC initial calibration is completed. The sensor is calibrated. If you want to calibrate with special buffers for your measurements, you can subsequently carry out a normal calibration with your buffers. The reference values determined with the QSC calibration are also used for the evaluation of normal calibrations. In the measured value display, the color scale of the QSC function is always displayed. A double arrow on the color scale indicates the current sensor evaluation. QSC color scale Info :00 The double arrow on the color scale indicates the current sensor evaluation. You can carry out QSC control calibrations at greater intervals than normal calibrations. A QSC control calibration can, e.g. be useful if the sensor evaluation noticeably changed (after some normal calibrations). Carrying out a QSC control calibration 1 Open the menu for measurement settings with <MENU/ ENTER>. 2 In the QSC menu, select Control calibration with < >< >. The calibration display appears. AutoCal QSC-Kit is displayed as the buffer. Exclusively use the QSC-Kit for the QSC calibration. If you use other buffers, you will have no valid QSC control calibration. 3 Follow the user guide. The calibration is carried out like a normal three-point calibration. As soon as the three-point calibration has been successfully carried out you can decide whether to accept or discard the calibration as the QSC control calibration. 62 ba75863e11 02/2011

63 Multi 3410 Operation 4.7 ORP voltage General information You can measure the following parameters: ORP [mv] Note The sensor connection and the USB-B (device) interface are galvanically isolated. This enables interference-free measurements in grounded measuring media. Preparatory activities Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to measure: 1 Connect the IDS ORP sensor to the meter. The ORP measuring window is displayed. 2 Check the meter with the IDS ORP sensor Measuring the ORP Note IDS ORP sensors are not calibrated. However, you can check IDS ORP sensors using a test solution. 1 Perform the preparatory activities according to section Immerse the IDS ORP sensor in the test sample. Info :00 3 Select the mv display with <M>. ba75863e11 02/

64 Operation Multi 3410 Stability control (AutoRead ) The stability control function (AutoRead) continually checks the stability of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable impact on the reproducibility of measured values. The display of the measured parameter flashes until a stable measured value is available. You can start the Stability control manually at any time, irrespective of the setting for automatic Stability control (see section 4.4.3) in the System menu. 1 Freeze the measured value with <AR>. The [HOLD] status indicator is displayed. 2 Using <MENU/ENTER>, activate the Stability control function manually. The [AR] status indicator appears while the measured value is assessed as not stable. A progress bar is displayed and the display of the measured parameter flashes. The [HOLD][AR] status indicator appears as soon as a stable measured value is recognized. The progress bar disappears and the display of the measured parameter stops flashing. The current measurement data is output to the interface. Measurement data meeting the stability control criterion is marked by AR. Note You can prematurely terminate the Stability control function manually with <MENU/ENTER> at any time. If the Stability control function is prematurely terminated, the current measurement data are output to the interface without the AutoRead info. 3 Release the frozen measured value again with <AR> or <M>. The [AR] status display disappears. The display switches back to the previous indication. Criteria for a stable measured value The Stability control function checks whether the measured values are stable within the monitored time interval. Measured parameter Time interval Stability in the time interval ORP voltage 15 seconds Δ mv: Better than 0.3 The minimum duration until a measured value is assessed as stable is the monitored time interval. The actual duration is mostly longer. 64 ba75863e11 02/2011

65 Multi 3410 Operation Settings for ORP measurements Overview Settings The following settings are possible for ORP measurements: Resolution Automatic stability control The settings are made in the menu for measuring settings of the ORP measurement. To open the settings, display the required parameter in the measured value display and press the <MENU/ENTER> key. After completing the settings, switch to the measured value display with <M>. Default settings are printed in bold. Menu item Possible setting Description mv resolution Resolution of the mv display Reset - Resets all sensor settings to the delivery condition (see section ) ba75863e11 02/

66 Operation Multi Dissolved oxygen General information You can measure the following parameters: D.O. concentration D.O. saturation index ("D.O. saturation") D.O. partial pressure Note The sensor connection and the USB-B (device) interface are galvanically isolated. This enables interference-free measurements in grounded measuring media. Temperature measurement Preparatory activities IDS D.O. sensors measure the temperature with a temperature sensor integrated in the IDS sensor. Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to measure: 1 Connect the D.O. sensor to the meter. The D.O. measuring window is displayed. 2 Check or calibrate the meter with the sensor. Note The FDO 925 needs to be calibrated in special cases only. Regular FDO Checks are sufficient. 66 ba75863e11 02/2011

67 Multi 3410 Operation Measuring 1 Perform the preparatory activities according to section Immerse the D.O. sensor in the test sample. Info :00 Selecting the displayed measured parameter Salinity correction You can switch between the following displays with <M>: D.O. concentration [mg/l] D.O. saturation [%] D.O. partial pressure [mbar]. When measuring the concentration of solutions with a salt content of more than 1 g/l, a salinity correction is required. For this, you have to measure and input the salinity of the measured medium first. When the salinity correction is switched on, the [SAL] indicator is displayed in the measuring window. Note You can switch the salinity correction on or off and enter the salinity in the menu for calibration and measurement settings (see section 4.9.4). Freezing the measured value (HOLD function) With the HOLD function, you can freeze the current measured value. The displayed measured value stops changing until you switch the HOLD function off. 1 Freeze the measured value with <AR>. The [HOLD] status indicator is displayed. Note If the HOLD function is active, you can, e.g. start a manual measurement with stability control. ba75863e11 02/

68 Operation Multi Release the frozen measured value again with <AR>. The HOLD function is switched off. The [HOLD] status display disappears. Stability control (AutoRead ) The stability control function (AutoRead) continually checks the stability of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable impact on the reproducibility of measured values. The display of the measured parameter flashes until a stable measured value is available. You can start a measurement with Stability control manually at any time, irrespective of the setting for automatic Stability control (see section 4.4.3) in the System menu. 1 Freeze the measured value with <AR>. The [HOLD] status indicator is displayed. 2 Using <MENU/ENTER>, activate the Stability control function manually. The [AR] status indicator appears while the measured value is assessed as not stable. A progress bar is displayed and the display of the measured parameter flashes. The [HOLD][AR] status indicator appears as soon as a stable measured value is recognized. The progress bar disappears and the display of the measured parameter stops flashing. The current measurement data is output to the interface. Measurement data meeting the stability control criterion is marked by AR. Note You can prematurely terminate the Stability control function manually with <MENU/ENTER> at any time. If the Stability control function is prematurely terminated, the current measurement data are not output to the interface. 3 Using <MENU/ENTER>, start a further measurement with Stability control. or Release the frozen measured value again with <AR>. The display switches to the measured value display. The [AR][HOLD] status display disappears. 68 ba75863e11 02/2011

69 Multi 3410 Operation Criteria for a stable measured value The Stability control function checks whether the measured values are stable within the monitored time interval. Measured parameter Time interval Stability in the time interval D.O. concentration 20 seconds Δ : better than 0.03 mg/l D.O. saturation 20 seconds Δ : better than 0.4 % D.O. partial pressure 20 seconds Δ : Better than 0.8 mbar The minimum duration until a measured value is assessed as stable is the monitored time interval. The actual duration is mostly longer. ba75863e11 02/

70 Operation Multi Settings for D.O. sensors (menu or measurement and calibration settings) Overview The following settings are possible for D.O. sensors: Calibration record (display) Calibration data storage (display) Calibration interval FDO Check Check interval Salinity correction Salinity (salinity equivalent) Settings The settings are available in the menu for measurement and calibration settings. To open the settings, display the required parameter in the measured value display and press the <MENU/ENTER> key. After completing the settings, switch to the measured value display with <M>. Menu item Possible setting Description Calibration /Calibration record Calibration /Calibration data storage Calibration / Calibration data storage / Copy to USB flash drive Calibration / Calibration data storage / Output to RS232/USB - Displays the calibration record of the last calibration - Displays the last calibration records (max. 10) - Outputs the calibration data storage to a connected USB flash drive - Outputs the calibration data storage to the interface Calibration /Calibration interval d Calibration interval for the D.O. sensor (in days). The meter reminds you to calibrate regularly by the flashing sensor symbol in the measuring window. FDO Check / Start FDO Check - Starts the FDO Check. 70 ba75863e11 02/2011

71 Multi 3410 Operation Menu item FDO Check / Check interval Sal correction Possible setting d on off Description Interval for the FDO Check (in days). The FDO Check status display indicator in the measuring window reminds you to check the sensor regularly. Manual salt content correction for concentration measurements Salinity Salinity or salinity equivalent for the salt content correction. This function is only available for concentration measurements if the manual salt content correction is switched on. Response time t Response time of the signal filter (in seconds). A signal filter in the sensor reduces the fluctuation range of the measured value. The signal filter is characterized by the response time t90. This is the time after which 90 % of a signal change is displayed. This menu item is only available if sensor and meter support this function. Firmware updates for the IDS sensor and the meter are provided on the internet (see chapter 9). Reset - Resets all sensor settings to the delivery condition (see section ) ba75863e11 02/

72 Operation Multi FDO Check procedure (check of the FDO 925) Why should you check the sensor? When should you check the sensor? FDO Check procedure Stability control (AutoRead) Carrying out the FDO Check procedure With the FDO Check procedure, you can find out in a simple manner whether the FDO 925 D.O. sensor should be cleaned or calibrated. Checking can be useful in the following cases: When the check interval has expired If the measured values seem to be implausible If you assume that the sensor cap is contaminated or at the end of its lifetime After the sensor cap was exchanged Routinely within the scope of company quality assurance measures. Check in water vapor-saturated air. Use the check and storage vessel (FDO Check) to carry out the FDO Check procedure. The Stability control function (AutoRead) is automatically activated for the FDO Check. Proceed as follows to carry out the FDO Check procedure: 1 Connect the D.O. sensor to the meter. 2 Place the D.O. sensor in the check and storage vessel, FDO Check. Note The sponge in the check and storage vessel must be moist (not wet). Leave the sensor in the check and storage vessel long enough so it can adapt to the ambient temperature. 3 In the measuring menu, start the FDO Check procedure with FDO Check / Start FDO Check. The meter switches to the measured parameter, %. 72 ba75863e11 02/2011

73 Multi 3410 Operation :00 4 Start the measurement with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes. 5 Wait for the AutoRead measurement to be completed ([HOLD][AR]) display or accept the measured value with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is frozen. 6 Switch to the measured value display with <MENU/ENTER>. The check measurement is not documented. Evaluation The evaluation is based on the accuracy required by the user. Together with the nominal value (100 %), this results in a validity scope for the check. If the measured value is within the validity scope, no cleaning or user calibration is required. If the measured value is outside the validity scope, the sensor shaft and membrane should be cleaned, and the check should then be repeated (see section 5.4.1). Example: Required accuracy: ± 2 %. In water vapor-saturated air or air-saturated water, the nominal value for the relative D.O. saturation (abbreviated: saturation) is 100 %. Therefore, the validity scope is % The check resulted in a measured value of 99,3 % The measurement error is within the specified validity scope. No cleaning or user calibration is required. ba75863e11 02/

74 Operation Multi D.O. calibration Why calibrate? D.O. sensors age. This changes the slope of the D.O. sensor. Calibration determines the current slope of the sensor and stores this value in the instrument. Note The FDO 925 D.O. sensor ages so little it does not have to be regularly calibrated. To detect changes of the sensor as early as possible, the FDO Check procedure can be useful (see section 4.8.4). When to calibrate? Calibration procedures Stability control (AutoRead) Display calibration data and output to interface If your evaluation of the FDO Check procedure suggests a calibration When the calibration interval has expired If your accuracy requirements are especially high Routinely within the scope of company quality assurance measures. Calibration in water vapor-saturated air. To calibrate the FDO 925 sensor, use the check and storage vessel, FDO Check. In calibration, the Stability control function (AutoRead) is automatically activated. You can have the data of the last calibration displayed (see section 4.9.6). Subsequently, you can transmit the displayed calibration data to the interface, e. g. to a PC, with the <PRT> key. Note The calibration record is automatically transmitted to the interface after calibrating. Sample record Multi 3410 Ser. no CALIBRATION Ox Calibration date :13:33 FDO 925 Ser. no SC-FDO Relative slope 0.98 Sensor +++ Calibration evaluation After the calibration, the meter automatically evaluates the current status of the calibration. The evaluation appears on the display and in the calibration record. 74 ba75863e11 02/2011

75 Multi 3410 Operation Calibration evaluation of the FDO 925 Display Calibration record Relative slope +++ S = S = or S = S = or S = Error Error Eliminate the error according to chapter 6 WHAT TO DO IF... S < 0.90 or S > 1.10 Calibration in water vaporsaturated air Proceed as follows to calibrate the D.O. sensor: 1 Connect the D.O. sensor to the meter. 2 Place the FDO 925 D.O. sensor into the check and storage vessel, FDO Check. Note The sponge in the check and storage vessel must be moist (not wet). Leave the sensor in the check and storage vessel long enough so it can adapt to the ambient temperature. 3 Start the calibration with <CAL>. The last calibration data (relative slope) is displayed. ba75863e11 02/

76 Operation Multi :00 4 Start the measurement with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes. 5 Wait for the AutoRead measurement to be completed ([HOLD][AR]) display or accept the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The calibration record is displayed and output to the interface. 6 Switch to the measured value display with <MENU/ENTER>. 76 ba75863e11 02/2011

77 Multi 3410 Operation Displaying calibration records The calibration data can be displayed and then output to the interface. Displaying the calibration record The calibration record of the last calibration is available under the menu item, Calibration / Calibration record. To open it in the measured value display, press the <CAL_> key. The calibration records of the last 10 calibrations are available in the menu, Calibration / Calibration data storage / Display. To open the Calibration menu, press the <MENU/ENTER_> key in the measured value display. Menu item Setting/ function Description Calibration / Calibration data storage / Display Calibration / Calibration data storage / Copy to USB flash drive Calibration / Calibration data storage / Output to RS232/USB - Displays the calibration records. Further options: Scroll through the calibration records with < >< >. Output the displayed calibration record to the interface with <PRT>. Output all calibration records to the interface with <PRT_>. Quit the display with <ESC> or <MENU/ ENTER>. Switch directly to the measured value display with <M>. - Outputs the calibration data storage to a connected USB flash drive - Outputs the calibration data storage to the interface ba75863e11 02/

78 Operation Multi Conductivity General information You can measure the following parameters: Conductivity Specific resistance Salinity Total dissolved solids (TDS) Note The sensor connection and the USB-B (device) interface are galvanically isolated. This enables interference-free measurements in grounded measuring media. Temperature measurement Preparatory activities IDS sensors measure the temperature with a temperature sensor integrated in the IDS sensor. Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to measure: 1 Connect an IDS conductivity sensor to the meter. The conductivity measuring window is displayed. The Measuring cell and cell constant for the connected IDS conductivity sensor are automatically taken over Measuring You can carry out conductivity measurements as follows: 1 Perform the preparatory activities according to section Immerse the IDS conductivity sensor in the test sample. Info :00 78 ba75863e11 02/2011

79 Multi 3410 Operation Selecting the displayed measured parameter You can switch between the following displays with <M>: Conductivity [μs/cm] / [ms/cm] Resistivity [Ω cm] / [kω cm] / [MΩ cm] Salinity SaL [ ] Total dissolved solids TDS [mg/l] / [g/l] The factor to calculate the total dissolved solids is set to 1.00 in the factory. You can adjust this factor to meet your requirements in the range of 0.40 to The factor is set in the menu for the parameter, TDS. Freezing the measured value (HOLD function) With the HOLD function, you can freeze the current measured value. The displayed measured value stops changing until you switch the HOLD function off. 1 Freeze the measured value with <AR>. The [HOLD] status indicator is displayed. Note If the HOLD function is active, you can, e.g. start a manual measurement with stability control. 2 Release the frozen measured value again with <AR>. The HOLD function is switched off. The [HOLD] status display disappears. Stability control (AutoRead ) The stability control function (AutoRead) continually checks the stability of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable impact on the reproducibility of measured values. The display of the measured parameter flashes until a stable measured value is available. You can start the Stability control function manually at any time, irrespective of the setting for automatic Stability control (see section 4.4.3) in the System menu. 1 Freeze the measured value with <AR>. The [HOLD] status indicator is displayed. ba75863e11 02/

80 Operation Multi Using <MENU/ENTER>, activate the Stability control function manually. The [AR] status indicator appears while the measured value is assessed as not stable. A progress bar is displayed and the display of the measured parameter flashes. The [HOLD][AR] status indicator appears as soon as a stable measured value is recognized. The progress bar disappears and the display of the measured parameter stops flashing. The current measurement data is output to the interface. Measurement data meeting the stability control criterion is marked by AR. Note You can prematurely terminate the Stability control function manually with <MENU/ENTER> at any time. If the Stability control function is prematurely terminated, the current measurement data are output to the interface without the AutoRead info. 3 Using <MENU/ENTER>, start a further measurement with Stability control. or Release the frozen measured value again with <AR>. The display switches to the measured value display. The [AR][HOLD] status display disappears. Criteria for a stable measured value The Stability control function checks whether the measured values are stable within the monitored time interval. Measured parameter Time interval Stability in the time interval Conductivity ϰ 10 seconds Δ ϰ: better than 0.5% of measured value Temperature 10 seconds Δ T ( C): Better than 0.02 The minimum duration until a measured value is assessed as stable is the monitored time interval. The actual duration is mostly longer. 80 ba75863e11 02/2011

81 Multi 3410 Operation Temperature compensation The calculation of the temperature compensation is based on the preset reference temperature, 20 C or 25 C. It appears on the display as Tr20 or Tr25. You can select one of the following temperature compensation methods: Nonlinear temperature compensation (nlf) according to EN Linear temperature compensation (lin) with adjustable coefficients of %/K No temperature compensation (off) Note The reference temperature and temperature compensation are set in the menu for the parameter, conductivity (see section 4.9.4). Application tips Select the following temperature compensations given in the table according to the respective test sample: Test sample Temperature compensation Display indicator Natural water (ground water, surface water, drinking water) Ultrapure water Other aqueous solutions Salinity (seawater) nlf according to EN nlf according to EN lin Set linear temperature coefficient %/K Automatic nlf according to IOT nlf nlf lin Sal, nlf ba75863e11 02/

82 Operation Multi Settings for IDS conductivity sensors Overview The following settings are possible for IDS conductivity sensors: Calibration record (display) Calibration data storage (display) Calibration interval Reference temperature Temperature compensation TDS factor Unit of the temperature Settings The settings are made in the menu for the measured parameter, conductivity. To open the settings, display the required parameter in the measured value display and press the <MENU/ENTER> key. After completing the settings, switch to the measured value display with <M>. The possible settings are individually displayed for each sensor. Below the setting menu is displayed for two IDS sensors (TetraCon 925, LR325/01). Default settings are printed in bold. Setting menu of TetraCon 925 Menu item Possible setting Description Calibration /Calibration record Calibration /Calibration data storage Calibration / Calibration data storage / Copy to USB flash drive - Displays the calibration record of the last calibration - Displays the last calibration records (max. 10) - Outputs the calibration data storage to a connected USB flash drive Calibration /Calibration interval d Calibration interval for the IDS conductivity sensor (in days). The meter reminds you to calibrate regularly by the flashing sensor symbol in the measuring window. 82 ba75863e11 02/2011

83 Multi 3410 Operation Menu item Type Possible setting Cal man Description Measuring cell used Measuring cells whose cell constant is determined by calibration in the KCL control standard solution. Calibration range: to cm -1 The currently valid cell constant is displayed in the status line. Freely adjustable cell constant in the range cm -1. Man. cell const cm -1 The cell constant and be displayed and set here Temp. comp. (TC) / Method Temp. comp. (TC) / Linear coeff. Temp. comp. (TC) / Reference temp. nlf lin off %/K 20 C 25 C Procedure for temperature compensation (see section 4.9.3). This setting is only available for the measured parameters, ϰ and ρ. Coefficient of the linear temperature compensation. This setting is only available when the linear temperature compensation is set. Reference temperature This setting is only available for the measured parameters, ϰ and ρ. TDS factor Factor for TDS value Reset - Resets all sensor settings to the delivery condition (see section ) ba75863e11 02/

84 Operation Multi 3410 Setting menu of LR325/01 Menu item Possible setting Description Cell constant cm -1 The cell constant can be displayed and set here Temp. comp. (TC) / Method Temp. comp. (TC) / Linear coeff. Temp. comp. (TC) / Reference temp. nlf lin off %/K 20 C 25 C Procedure for temperature compensation (see section 4.9.3). This setting is only available for the measured parameters, ϰ and ρ. Coefficient of the linear temperature compensation. This setting is only available when the linear temperature compensation is set. Reference temperature This setting is only available for the measured parameters, ϰ and ρ. TDS factor Factor for TDS value Reset - Resets all sensor settings to the delivery condition (see section ) 84 ba75863e11 02/2011

85 Multi 3410 Operation Determining the cell constant (calibration in control standard) Why determine the cell constant? Procedure Stability control (AutoRead) Display calibration data and output to interface Aging slightly changes the cell constant, e. g. due to coatings. As a result, an inexact measured value is displayed. The original characteristics of the cell can often be restored by cleaning the cell. Calibration determines the current value of the cell constant and stores this value in the meter. Thus, you should calibrate at regular intervals (we recommend: every 6 months). You can determine the actual cell constant of the IDS conductivity sensor cell by calibrating with the control standard in the following range: cm -1 (e.g. TetraCon 925, nominal cell constant 0.475) The cell constant is determined in the control standard, 0.01 mol/l KCl. In the delivery condition, the calibrated cell constant of the IDS sensor is set to cm -1 (conductivity measuring cell, TetraCon 925). In calibration, the Stability control function (AutoRead) is automatically activated. You can have the data of the last calibration displayed (see section 4.9.6). Subsequently, you can transmit the displayed calibration data to the interface, e. g. to a PC, with the <PRT> key. Note The calibration record is automatically transmitted to the interface after calibrating. Sample record Multi 3410 Ser. no CALIBRATION Cond Calibration date :13:33 TetraCon 925 Ser. no Cell constant /cm 25.0 C Sensor +++ Calibration evaluation After calibration, the meter automatically evaluates the current status of the calibration. The evaluation appears on the display and in the calibration record. Display Calibration record Cell constant [cm -1 ] +++ Within the range cm -1 ba75863e11 02/

86 Operation Multi 3410 Display Calibration record Cell constant [cm -1 ] Error Error Eliminate the error according to chapter 6 WHAT TO DO IF... Outside the range cm -1 Determining the cell constant For this calibration procedure, the Type setting must be set to cal. Proceed as follows to determine the cell constant: 1 Connect an IDS conductivity sensor to the meter. 2 In the measured value display, select the conductivity parameter with <M>. 3 Start the calibration with <CAL>. The cell constant that was calibrated last is displayed :00 4 Immerse the IDS conductivity sensor in the control standard solution, 0.01 mol/l KCI. 5 Start the measurement with <MENU/ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes. 6 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed ([HOLD][AR]) display or accept the calibration value with <MENU/ENTER>. The calibration record is displayed and output to the interface. 7 Switch to the measured value display with <MENU/ENTER>. 86 ba75863e11 02/2011

87 Multi 3410 Operation Displaying calibration records The calibration data can be displayed and then output to the interface. Displaying the calibration record The calibration record of the last calibration is to be found under the menu item, Calibration / Calibration record. To open it in the measured value display, press the <CAL_> key. The calibration records of the last 10 calibrations are to be found in the menu, Calibration / Calibration data storage / Display. To open the Calibration menu, press the <MENU/ENTER> key in the measured value display. Menu item Setting/ function Description Calibration / Calibration data storage / Display Calibration / Calibration data storage / Copy to USB flash drive Calibration / Calibration data storage / Output to RS232/USB - Displays the calibration records. Further options: Scroll through the calibration records with < >< >. Output the displayed calibration record to the interface with <PRT>. Output all calibration records to the interface with <PRT_>. Quit the display with <ESC> or <MENU/ ENTER>. Switch directly to the measured value display with <M>. - Outputs the calibration data storage to a connected USB flash drive - Outputs the calibration data storage to the interface ba75863e11 02/

88 Operation Multi Data storage You can transmit measured values (datasets) to the data storage: Manual storage (see section ) Automatic storage at intervals (see section ) Each storage process transmits the current dataset to the interface at the same time. Measurement dataset A complete dataset consists of: Date/time Meter name, series number Sensor name, series number ID number Measured value of the connected sensor Measured temperature value of the connected sensor AutoRead info: AR appears with the measured value if the Auto- Read criterion was met while storing (stable measured value). Otherwise, the AR display is missing. Calibration evaluation: - 4 levels (+++, ++, +, -, or no evaluation) or - QSC (percentage) Storage locations The Multi 3410 meter has two measurement data memories. The measured values recorded either manually or automatic are stored separately in individual measurement data memories. Storage Maximum number of datasets Manual data storage 500 Automatic data storage ba75863e11 02/2011

89 Multi 3410 Operation Manual storage You can transmit a measurement dataset to the data storage as follows. The dataset is at the same time output to the interface: 1 Press the <STO> key shortly. The menu for manual storage appears. Manual data storage 4 From :24:16 ph C AR +++ ID number: 1 Continue :00 2 If necessary, change and confirm the ID number ( ) with < >< > and <MENU/ENTER>. The dataset is stored. The meter switches to the measured value display. If the storage is full When all storage locations are occupied, it is not possible to continue storing. Then you can e.g. transmit the stored data to a PC or a USB flash drive (see section ) and subsequently erase the storage (see section ) Automatic storage at intervals The storage interval (Interval) determines the time interval between automatic storage processes. Each storage process transmits the current dataset to the interface at the same time. Configuring the automatic storage function 1 Press the <STO_> key. The menu for automatic storage appears. ba75863e11 02/

90 Operation Multi 3410 Automatic data storage ID number 1 Interval 30 s Duration 180 min Continue 0d03h00min Set entire storing duration Max. available storing duration 0 1d17h33min :00 Graphical display of the storage usage Settings You can configure the automatic storage function with the following settings: Menu item Possible setting Description ID number ID number for the dataset series Interval 1 s, 5 s, 10 s, 30 s, 1 min, 5min, 10 min, 15 min, 30 min, 60 min Storage interval. The lower limit of the storage interval can be restricted by the number of free storage locations. The upper limit is restricted by the storage duration. Duration 1min... x min Storage duration. Specifies after which time the automatic storage should be terminated. The lower limit of the storage duration is restricted by the storage interval. The upper limit is restricted by the number of free storage locations. Starting the automatic storage function To start the automatic storage function, select continue with < >< > and confirm with <MENU/ENTER>. The meter switches to the measured value display. 90 ba75863e11 02/2011

91 Multi 3410 Operation Remaining storing duration Graphical display of the storing duration 0d03h00min :00 The active automatic storage function can be recognized by the progress bar in the status line. The progress bar indicates the remaining storing duration. Note If the automatic storage function is activated, only the following keys are active: <M>, <STO_> and <On/Off>. The other keys and the automatic switch-off function are deactivated. Terminating the automatic storage function prematurely Proceed as follows to switch off the automatic storage function before the adjusted storage duration has expired: 1 Press the <STO_> key. The following window appears. Warning Stop automatic storage? Yes No :00 2 Using < >< >, select yes and confirm with <MENU/ ENTER>. The meter switches to the measured value display. The automatic storage function is terminated. ba75863e11 02/