PCE Instruments PCE-PH 30 User manual

PCE-PH 30 pH Meter

User Manual

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 © PCE Instruments 
 
 
Contents 
1Safety notes........................................................................................... 1 
2Features ................................................................................................. 1 
3Specifications........................................................................................2 
3.1 Delivery contents.............................................................................................................. 3 
4Device.....................................................................................................3 
5Operation ............................................................................................... 4 
5.1 pH calibration................................................................................................................... 4 
5.2 Calibrate conductivity....................................................................................................... 4 
5.3 pH measurement.............................................................................................................. 4 
5.4 Conductivity measurement............................................................................................... 5 
5.5 Redox measurement........................................................................................................ 5 
6Key functions ........................................................................................5 
7Battery.................................................................................................... 6 
8Warranty.................................................................................................6 
9Disposal ................................................................................................. 6 
 
 
 

1 Safety notes

Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The

device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel.

Damage or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and

not covered by our warranty.

•The device must only be used as described inthis instructionmanual. If used otherwise,

this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.

•The instrument may only be used if the environmental conditions (temperature, relative

humidity, …) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose

the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity or moisture.

•Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.

•The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel.

•Never use the instrument when your hands are wet.

•You must not make any technical changes to the device.

•The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner,

no abrasives or solvents.

•The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent.

•Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not

use the device.

•Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres.

•The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under

any circumstances.

•Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to

the user.

We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this manual.

We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of

business.

If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details can be found at

the end of this manual.

2 Features

•6 in 1 pH tester

•IP57 housing

•Automatic temperature compensation

•Battery operation

•3-point pH calibration

•Exchangeable electrodes

•Max-Min hold function

•Automatic electrode recognition

3 Specifications

Measuring function

Measurement range

-2 ... 16 pH

Resolution

0.01 pH

Accuracy

± 0,01pH + 1 dgt

ATC

0 ... 90°C / 32 ... 194°F

Calibration

pH 4, 7, 10

Measuring function

Redox

Measurement range

± 1000 mV

Resolution

1 mV

Accuracy

± 2 mV + 1 dgt

Measuring function

Conductivity

Measuring range

0 ... 2000 μS, 2 ... 20 mS

Resolution

1 μS, 0.01 mS

Accuracy

± 2% of measurement range

ATC

0 ... 50°C / 32 ... 122°F

Calibration

0 μS, 1413 μS, 12.88 mS

Measuring function

TDS

Measurement range

0 ... 1300 ppm, 1.3 ... 13 ppt

Resolution

1 ppm, 0.01 ppt

Accuracy

± 2% of measurement range

ATC

0 ... 50°C / 32 ... 122°F

Measuring function

Salinity

Measurement range

0 ... 1000 ppm, 1 ... 12 ppt

Resolution

1 ppm, 0.01 ppt

Accuracy

± 2% of measurement range

ATC

0 ... 50°C / 32 ... 122°F

Measuring function

Temperature

Measurement range

0 ... 90°C / 32 ... 194°F

Resolution

0.1°C / 0.18°F

Accuracy

± 0.2°C / 0.36°F + 1 dgt

Display

LCD

Power supply

4 x 1.5V AAA battery

Dimensions

195 x 40 x 36 mm / 7.7 x 1.6 x 1.4 in

Weight

About 135 g / < 1 lb

3.1 Delivery contents

1 x pH meter PCE-PH 30

1 x pH electrode

1 x conductivity electrode

1 x pH 4 calibration liquid

1 x pH 7 calibration liquid

1 x 1413 μS / cm calibration liquid

1 x storage solution

1 x wrist strap

4 x 1.5 V AAA battery

1 x user manual

4 Device

Battery compartment

Display

pH electrode

Conductivity electrode

Electrode

Sensor

Measuring

mode

Hold/Max & Min

button

On/off / calibration

Electrode closure

5 Operation

Remove the black protective cap from the device and optionally unscrew the electrode cap if you

want to use a different electrode. To change the electrode, you can simply remove it and attach

another one.

Note: Do not touch the sensors of the electrodes!

5.1 pH calibration

Since the electrode is subject to a time drift, it should be calibrated regularly. The interval depends

on the intended use and the required accuracy.

•Make sure that the pH electrode is mounted and the pH icon is shown on the display.

•Clean the electrode with distilled water.

•Immerse the electrode in the calibration solution pH 7, stir carefully and wait until the

value has stabilized.

•Press and hold the CAL key until "Cal" and the calibration value are displayed.

•Calibration is performed automatically and is finished when "End" is displayed. The

instrument returns to measuring mode.

•Clean the electrode with distilled water.

•Now repeat the calibration with the pH 4 calibration solution.

Notes:

•Always carry out a two-point calibration. Start at pH 7, followed by pH 4 (or 10).

•When not using the pH electrode, always keep the electrode moist with the storage

liquid.

5.2 Calibrate conductivity

1. Make sure that the conductivity electrode is mounted to the instrument. The display

shows COND, TDS or Salt.

2. Immerse the conductivity electrode in the 1413µS/cm calibration solution and wait until

the measured value has stabilized.

3. Press and hold the CAL button until "Cal" is displayed and thecalibration value flashes.

Calibration is performed automatically and is finished when "End" is displayed. The

instrument returns to measuring mode.

Notes:

•A calibration with 12.88mS/cm can also be performed optionally. It is suitable for

measurements with high conductivity.

•If the measured value is not 0µS/cm in air after calibration, calibrate the instrument in

air.

5.3 pH measurement

1. Clean the pH electrode with distilled water.

2. Dip the electrode tip into the liquid to be examined and move the tip slightly back and

forth.

3. Wait briefly until the display shows a stable pH value.

5.4 Conductivity measurement

1. Clean the conductivity electrode with distilled water.

2. Dip the electrode tip into the liquid to be examined and move the tip slightly back and

forth.

3. Wait briefly until the display shows a stable value.

Notes:

•The display shows "----- " if the value exceeds the measurement range.

•The measuring unit changes automatically depending on the measurement range.

•Clean the electrode with distilled water after the measurement.

5.5 Redox measurement

1. Make sure that the conductivity electrode is mounted on the instrument. The display

automatically shows "ORP". Calibration is not necessary but can be performed to check

the ORP electrode with the appropriate calibration solution.

2. Clean the electrode with distilled water and immerse it in the liquid to be measured.

3. Wait for a short time until a stable value is displayed.

Notes:

•The display shows "----- " if the value exceeds the measurement range.

•When not using the electrode, always keep the electrode moist with the storage liquid.

•

6 Key functions

On/off / calibration key

1. Press and release the key to switch the unit on or off.

2. Press and hold the key while the instrument is switched on to enter calibration mode.

Measuring key

1. Press the key to switch between the measuring functions conductivity, TDS and

salinity. This is only possible with the conductivity electrode!

2. Press and hold the key to toggle between degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit.

Hold/Max&Min key

1. Press and release the key to freeze the displayed value.

2. Press and hold the key to enter the max/min selection. Press and release the key

again to toggle between Max and Min.

3. Press and hold the key again to exit the Max/Min mode.

Note:

•The display does not switch off automatically in Max/Min mode.

7 Battery

When the battery icon flashes, replace the batteries as follows:

1. Loosen the 2 screws at the top of the battery compartment.

2. Open the battery compartment and replace the 4 AAA batteries. Observe correct

polarity.

3. Close the battery compartment and tighten the screws.

8 Warranty

You can read our warranty terms in our General Business Terms which you can find here:

https://www.pce-instruments.com/english/terms.

9 Disposal

For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament

applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste.

They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose.

In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use

them or give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.

For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with

your local waste regulations.

If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.

PCE Instruments contact information

Germany France Spain

PCE Deutschland GmbH PCE Instruments France EURL PCE Ibérica S.L.

Im Langel 4 23, rue de Strasbourg Calle Mayor, 53

D-59872 Meschede 67250 Soultz-Sous-Forets 02500 Tobarra (Albacete)

Deutschland France España

Tel.: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 0 Téléphone: +33 (0) 972 3537 17 Tel. : +34 967 543 548

Fax: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 29 Numéro de fax: +33 (0) 972 3537 18 Fax: +34 967 543 542

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

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Unit 11 Southpoint Business Park Via Pesciatina 878 / B-Interno 6 Halkalı Merkez Mah.

Ensign Way, Southampton 55010 Loc. Gragnano Pehlivan Sok. No.6/C

Hampshire Capannori (Lucca) 34303 Küçükçekmece - İstanbul

United Kingdom, SO31 4RF Italia Türkiye

Tel: +44 (0) 2380 98703 0 Telefono: +39 0583 975 114 Tel: 0212 471 11 47

Fax: +44 (0) 2380 98703 9 Fax: +39 0583 974 824 Faks: 0212 705 53 93

[email protected] info@pce-italia.it in[email protected]

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7521 PH Enschede Zhong Ang Times Plaza 56 Tsun Yip Street

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www.pce-instruments.cn www.pce-instruments.cn

United States of America

PCE Americas Inc.

711 Commerce Way suite 8

Jupiter / Palm Beach

33458 FL

USA

Tel: +1 (561) 320-9162

Fax: +1 (561) 320-9176

[email protected]

www.pce-instruments.com/us

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