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User's Manual Heavy Duty Dissolved Oxygen Meter Model 407510 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of Extech's Heavy Duty Dissolved Oxygen / Temperature Meter which simultaneously displays Dissolved Oxygen or Oxygen in air, and Temperature. o o Units of measure are mg/l for Dissolved Oxygen, % for Oxygen in air, and C/ F for temperature. Oxygen is measured with a remote sensor that also contains a thermistor for measuring temperature. Advanced features include RS 232 PC serial interface, data hold, auto shut off, and Min/Max/Avg recording. Meter Description 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. LCD Display POWER ON/OFF key Data HOLD key °C/°F selection key LCD Contrast Adjust RECORD key RECALL key Factor adjust key Probe head Sensor body Sensor plug Sensor jack RS-232 output jack Battery cover (rear) Altitude compensation key O2 Cal key Zero key O2 calibration key % Salt key 2 407510 V7.0 10/06 Getting Started Note: The dissolved oxygen probe assembly may be shipped to you from the factory dry. If the probe does not contain electrolyte solution, refer to the Electrolyte Replacement section of this manual for the instructions for adding the electrolyte solution prior to initial use. Filling the Electrolyte Container Prior to Initial Use 1. 2. 3. Unscrew and remove the electrolyte container from the tip of the probe. Fill the electrolyte container with new electrolyte. Screw the electrolyte container back onto the electrode holder and probe handle. Excess Electrolyte may be forced out through the threads. Wipe clean. Lightly tap the probe to remove any air bubbles. 4. Calibration For first time use or after long periods (several days) of non-use, calibrate the instrument using the following steps. The procedure should be performed in an open, well-ventilated area. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Ensure that the sensor is DISCONNECTED from the meter. Turn ON the meter. Slide the O2/DO selector to the O2 position. Press the zero key to null the meter (the display should indicate "OO"). Connect the DO sensor to the top of the meter (remove the plastic probe head protective cap). Allow the meter to stand for at least five minutes until the display stabilizes. Press the O2 Cal key and the display will indicate approx. 20.9 (typical O2 in air). 3 407510 V7.0 10/06 Dissolved Oxygen (DO) Measurements Measurement Preparation Before taking measurements, perform the calibration described above if necessary. In addition, perform the % SALT and ALTITUDE compensation adjustments as described below: % SALT Compensation Slide the O2/DO switch to the DO position. If the measured liquid is pure water or is known not to have a salt content, set the % Salt factor to 0%. 1. 2. 3. Press the % Salt key. The display will indicate 0% on the middle portion of the LCD display and S on the bottom portion of the LCD. Pressing the Factor Adj. key once will add 1% to the salt factor. Press the Factor Adj. key until the correct factor is displayed. 4. Press the % Salt key to store the factor. NOTE: 1% = 10 ppt (parts per thousand) ALTITUDE Compensation The meter has a default calibration for sea level operation (0 meters). Any significant deviation from sea level requires a compensation adjustment. Perform the following steps to do so: 1. 2. 3. Press the ALTITUDE key and the display will indicate a “0” in the middle of the LCD and an “H” on the lower portion of the LCD. Press the Factor Adj. key once to add 100 meters, twice to add 200 meters, and so on. Maximum compensation is 3900 meters. Once the desired compensation is displayed, press the ALTITUDE key again to store the value. Taking Measurements 1. 2. 3. Immerse the probe in the solution under test. For best automatic temperature compensation, immerse the probe to a depth of at least 4" (10 cm). Wait until the display stabilizes. The velocity of the liquid coming into contact with the probe must be at least 0.6 to 1 ft/min (0.2 to 0.3 m/s). If the solution is standing, stir the solution with the probe or use an agitator. Rinse the probe with clean water after each use. 4. Oxygen in Air (O2) Measurements Follow the same steps above for DO measurements except for the variations described below: 1. Slide the O2/DO switch to the O2 position. 2. The display will indicate the oxygen air value in %. Temperature Measurements The lower display will indicate the temperature of the measured solution. Press the C/ F key to change the temperature units. o o 4 407510 V7.0 10/06 Advanced Features Data Hold Press the Data Hold key to freeze the displayed value. The LCD will display DH for Data Hold mode along with the held reading. Press the Hold key again to release the data hold function. MIN/MAX/AVG Data Recording When selected, the Data Recording function records the Min, Max, and Average readings. To start a data recording session: 1. Press the RECORD key once. The REC indicator will appear on the display and the meter will begin to record the lowest (min), highest (max), and average (avg) readings. 2. To recall the data, press the RECALL key once. The MAX indicator will appear along with the highest reading recorded since the RECORD key was pressed. 3. Press the RECALL key again to view the MIN value. 4. Press the RECALL key again to view the AVG reading. 5. To exit the Record mode, press the RECORD key again. The display indicators REC, MIN, MAX, and AVG will disappear. Auto Power OFF The meter includes an Auto shut off feature that preserves battery life. The meter will automatically turn off if no function button is pressed in any 10 minute period. To disable this feature press the RECORD key to engage the record function. LCD Contrast Adjust It may be necessary to adjust the display contrast due to a change in viewing angle or voltage drift. Use the LCD Contrast adjustment located on the right side of the meter to set the preferred contrast. CPU Reset Certain improper keystroke sequences can cause the meter to “hang” and become inoperable. The following procedure will reset the meter. 1. Slide the O2/DO switch to the O2 position. 2. Turn the meter OFF and disconnect the DO probe. 3. Press and HOLD the O2 CAL key and then press the POWER key. 4. Release the O2 CAL key and then press the ZERO key. 5. Connect the DO probe. 6. Wait several minutes for the reading to stabilize and then press the O2 CAL key. RS-232 PC Interface The meter includes a RS-232 serial data port. This interface was designed to operate with the Extech Data Acquisition Software/Hardware kit Part No. 407001. This kit enables the user to capture, store and display readings using a PC. 5 407510 V7.0 10/06 Probe Head Replacement The probe head on the tip of the probe holds a thin Teflon® membrane and an electrolyte container. Calibration or reading errors could indicate loss of electrolyte or a dirty/damaged membrane. The membrane is very delicate and can easily be damaged if it comes in contact with solid objects. Replacement probe heads are available from your local distributor. Replacement procedure 1. Unscrew the probe head and electrolyte container from the probe handle and discard. 2. Fill the new probe head/electrolyte container with electrolyte. 3. Screw the probe head onto the probe handle. Excess electrolyte may be forced out through the threads. Wipe clean. 4. Lightly tap the probe to remove any air bubbles. 1. 2. 3. Probe handle Temperature sensor Probe Head 6 407510 V7.0 10/06 Battery Replacement The low battery indication LBT appears on the LCD when the battery runs low. To replace the battery: 1. Remove the meter's rubber protective cover to access the rear battery compartment. 2. Remove the battery compartment cover using a small coin or screwdriver and remove the 9V battery. 3. Replace the 9V battery and reinstall the cover and holster. Specifications General Specifications Circuit Display Measurements Data hold Sensor Structure Data recording Auto power off Sample rate Data Output Custom one-chip LSI microprocessor circuit Dual function 0.5" (13 mm) 1999 count LCD w/ contrast adjust Dissolved O2: mg/l (milligrams per liter); Oxygen in air: %; Temperature: °C/°F Data hold key freezes displayed reading Remote Polarographic Dissolved Oxygen Sensor Temperature sensor: Precision thermistor Min/Max/Avg readings stored for later recall Meter turns off after 10 minutes 0.4 Sec (approx.) RS 232 PC serial interface Operating conditions Temperature: 32 to 122 °F (0 to 50 °C); Humidity: < 80% RH Battery power 9V alkaline battery Power Consumption Approx. 6.6 mA DC Weight Dimensions Accessories Optional accessories Electrical Specifications Measurement Dissolved Oxygen Oxygen in air Temperature (probe only) Compensation adjustments 0.74 lbs. / 335 g (including batteries & probe) Main instrument: 7.1 x 2.8 x1.3" (180 x 72 x 32mm) Probe: 4.9" x 0.8" length/diameter (125 x 20mm) Carrying case, 9V battery, and 5 membranes Membranes, data acquisition software & RS232 interface cable Range 0.0 - 19.9 mg/L 0 - 100% O2 32 to 122 F 0 to 50 C Temperature (automatic) Salt Altitude o o Resolution 0.1mg/L 0.1 % O2 0.1 F/C o o Accuracy + 0.4 mg/L + 0.7% O2 ±1.5 F + 0.8 C o o o 32 to 122 F (0 to 50 C) 0 to 39% (1% = ppt) 0 to 3900 meters 7 407510 V7.0 10/06 Calibration and Repair Services Extech offers repair and calibration services for the products we sell. Extech also provides NIST certification for most products. Call the Customer Service Department for information on calibration services available for this product. Extech recommends that annual calibrations be performed to verify meter performance and accuracy. Warranty EXTECH INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION warrants this instrument to be free of defects in parts and workmanship for three years from date of shipment (a six month limited warranty applies to sensors and cables). If it should become necessary to return the instrument for service during or beyond the warranty period, contact the Customer Service Department at (781) 890-7440 ext. 210 for authorization or visit our website www.extech.com for contact information. A Return Authorization (RA) number must be issued before any product is returned to Extech. The sender is responsible for shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to prevent damage in transit. This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from action of the user such as misuse, improper wiring, operation outside of specification, improper maintenance or repair, or unauthorized modification. Extech specifically disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for a specific purpose and will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages. Extech's total liability is limited to repair or replacement of the product. The warranty set forth above is inclusive and no other warranty, whether written or oral, is expressed or implied. Support line (781) 890-7440 Technical support: Extension 200; E-mail: support@extech.com Repair & Returns: Extension 210; E-mail: repair@extech.com Product specifications subject to change without notice For the latest version of this User’s Guide, Software updates, and other up-to-the-minute product information, visit our website: www.extech.com Extech Instruments Corporation, 285 Bear Hill Rd., Waltham, MA 02451 Copyright © 2006 Extech Instruments Corporation. All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form. 8 407510 V7.0 10/06