AquaLabo NEON pH-RedOx User manual

NEON_pH-RedOx
Hand-held field pH meter for measuring and recording pH values and redox
potential (ORP)
Operation Manual
Version 0.1

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CONTENTS
1. Warranty______________________________________________________________________ 6
2.Information ______________________________________________________________________ 7
3.Safety ___________________________________________________________________________ 8
3.1 Safety instructions _____________________________________________________________________ 8
3.2 Operating safety_______________________________________________________________________ 8
3.2.1 Intended use__________________________________________________________________________________ 8
3.2.2 Unauthorized use ______________________________________________________________________________ 8
3.2.3 User qualification ______________________________________________________________________________ 8
3.3 Handling hints_________________________________________________________________________ 8
3.4 Packaging ____________________________________________________________________________ 8
4.NEON_PHEHT PHMETER overview ____________________________________________________ 9
4.1 Contents of the package_________________________________________________________________ 9
4.2 General description of the product ________________________________________________________ 9
4.3 Main functions of the NEON PHMETER. ____________________________________________________ 9
5. Specifications ___________________________________________________________________ 10
5.1 NEON PHEHT data_____________________________________________________________________ 10
5.2 Description of NEON housing____________________________________________________________ 10
5.3 PHEHT sensor description ______________________________________________________________ 12
6. Getting started __________________________________________________________________ 14
6.1 Power supply ________________________________________________________________________ 14
6.1.1 Type of batteries permitted_____________________________________________________________________ 14
6.1.2 Changing the batteries _________________________________________________________________________ 14
6.1.3 Getting started _______________________________________________________________________________ 14
6.2 NEON general features_________________________________________________________________ 14
6.2.1 On/Off______________________________________________________________________________________ 14
6.2.2 Navigation keypad ____________________________________________________________________________ 14
6.3 Setting ______________________________________________________________________________ 15
6.3.1 Main screen _________________________________________________________________________________ 15
6.3.2 General menu ________________________________________________________________________________ 16
6.3.3 Calibration menu _____________________________________________________________________________ 16
6.3.3.1 pH main parameter __________________________________________________________________________ 16
6.3.3.2 Redox secondary parameter. __________________________________________________________________ 19
6.3.3.3 Factory coefficients __________________________________________________________________________ 20
6.3.4 Recording menu ______________________________________________________________________________ 21
6.3.4.1 Results ____________________________________________________________________________________ 21
6.3.4.2 Recording frequency _________________________________________________________________________ 21
6.3.4.3 Campaign name_____________________________________________________________________________ 22
6.3.4.4 Erasing data ________________________________________________________________________________ 22
6.3.5 Preferences menu ____________________________________________________________________________ 23
6.3.5.1 Date and time ______________________________________________________________________________ 23
6.3.5.2 Device ____________________________________________________________________________________ 23
6.3.5.3 Sensor ____________________________________________________________________________________ 24
6.3.5.4 Display ____________________________________________________________________________________ 24

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6.3.5.5 Language __________________________________________________________________________________ 24
6.3.5.6 Factory configuration ________________________________________________________________________ 24
7. Unloading data__________________________________________________________________ 26
7.1 Activation and connection ______________________________________________________________ 26
7.2 Home screen _________________________________________________________________________ 26
7.3 Logout ______________________________________________________________________________ 27
8. PHEHT sensor maintenance ________________________________________________________ 28
8.1 Cleaning_____________________________________________________________________________ 28
8.2 Changing the cartridge _________________________________________________________________ 28
8.3 Storage _____________________________________________________________________________ 29
9. Accessories and consumables ______________________________________________________ 30

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1.WARRANTY
New devices and equipment sold by AQUALABO are guaranteed against any manufacturing defects for a period of 1 year
excluding consumables (unless expressly stipulated by AQUALABO) from:
-The technical receipt of the equipment in the factory by the buyer or reseller,
-Or, failing that,
▪For metropolitan France: From the date of the delivery note,
▪For other destinations: From the date of shipment confirmed by LTA, consignment note, bill of lading.
The AQUALABO company warranty applies exclusively in the event ofa malfunction resulting from a design flaw or latent defect.
It is strictlylimited to the freeshipment of replacementparts (excluding consumables) orthe repair of the device in our workshops
within 10 working days, excluding transport.
The following are specifically excluded from our warranty by express agreement:
-Any economic harm, including staff costs, loss of profits, business disruption, etc.
-Any failure due to improper use of the device (inappropriate mains supply, dropping, attempted conversion, etc.), lack
of maintenance by the user or poor storage conditions.
-Any equipment failure due to using parts not supplied by AQUALABO.
-Any failure due to the transport of the device in packaging other than the original one.
-Batteries, aerials and in general any item listed in the price list under "accessories".
Our customers are advised to always ask for our approval before sending us a device to be repaired. No return will be accepted
without prior written consent from our after-sales department which will specify the return procedure. In this case, the items will
be returned prepaid, in their original packaging, to the following address:
AQUALABO –115 rue Michel Marion - 56850 Caudan - France
We reserve the right to re-ship ‘freight collect’ any device received without this agreement. Regardless of the means and
conditions of transport used to ship the equipment to be repaired under warranty, as stipulated in the original packaging, the
related expenses as well as insurance costs, will be borne by the customer.
Any damage related to the return transport of the equipment falls within the scope of the warranty, subject to the specific
condition that the customer sends his/her claims within forty-eight hours by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt,
to the carrier, with a duplicate of the letter being sent to AQUALABO.
The warranty card, where appropriate, only applies if the card delivered with the device is returned to AQUALABO duly filled
out.
SOFTWARE WARRANTY
The software is guaranteed by the author or distributor thereof, under the conditions specified in the documentation on said
software packages.
AQUALABO does not, under any circumstances, provide any warranty whatsoever regarding software packages.
The following are formally excluded, by express agreement, from our warranty: any economic harm, including staff costs, loss
of profits, business disruption, etc.
The customer is informed that AQUALABO may not, under any circumstances, be held liable for any errors or "bugs" that the
software may contain.
OWNERSHIP RIGHTS AND TRADE SECRETS
This document is protected by AQUALABO Copyright (C) 2023 and all copying rights are explicitly reserved. The software
referred to or supplied with the device contains trade secrets and confidential information which belong to AQUALABO. It is
legally protected by international Copyright (C) law.
AQUALABO grants the user a license to use its software. The software may not be disclosed, used or duplicated for backup
purposes without the written permission from AQUALABO. The user must attach a copy of this document to any authorized full
or partial reproduction.

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2.INFORMATION
AQUALABO equipment has been designed, manufactured, tested and inspected in accordance with ISO 9001
procedures.
If the device is not used immediately, it should be stored in a clean, dry place. Observe storage temperatures ((10 -
35°C).
AQUALABO equipment is carefully inspected before packaging. Upon receipt of your device, check the condition of
the packaging and if you notice an anomaly, make your reservations known to the carrier within 48 hours. Review
the packing list next to check that everything is in order. Finally, if you find that something is missing or if the
equipment is damaged, contact AQUALABO immediately.
The NEON_PH_Redox hand-held pH meter is entirely designed and manufactured by AQUALABO in France.
AQUALABO
90 Rue du Professeur Paul Milliez • 94506 Champigny sur Marne • France
Tel.: [phone]
Hotline: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: https://www.aqualabo.fr/

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3.SAFETY
3.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual provides important information about operating the product in total safety. Read it carefully to familiarize
yourself with the product before starting it up and using it. This manual should be kept near the product so that you
can always find the information you need.
3.2 OPERATING SAFETY
3.2.1 INTENDED USE
Comply with the following to ensure safe operation:
−Store and use the device under the environmental conditions specified in this manual (see Specifications)
−Do not disassemble the device
−Power the unit using the original batteries or those specified in Section 6.1.1
−Comply with the permitted use below
CAUTION:
If the device is used in a way not specified by Aqualabo (environment, handling, etc.), the
device may no longer protect you from harm.
3.2.2 UNAUTHORIZED USE
The product should not be start up if:
−It is visibly damaged (e.g. as a result of shipping),
-It has been stored for a long period of time in unsatisfactory conditions.
3.2.3 USER QUALIFICATION
We assume that operating personnel knows how to handle this equipment due to their professional training and
experience. In particular, operating personnel must be able to understand and correctly implement the safety labels
and instructions pertaining to the product use. Trained staff should be familiar with and follow the instructions in this
manual.
3.3 HANDLING HINTS
NEON hand-held Oximeter and OPTOD sensor assemblies are electronic devices. As such, they must be treated
with care. Always keep the device protected from conditions that could harm its components. In particular, comply
with the following points:
➢During use and storage, the ambient temperature and humidity must be within the range given in the section
entitled SPECIFICATIONS.
➢The device must be protected, at all times, from the following influences:
-Intensive exposure to light and heat
-Vapours that are caustic or have high solvent content.
➢All operations on the inside the device must be carried out by AQUALABO or by technicians authorized by
AQUALABO.
3.4 PACKAGING
The NEON_PH_Redox pH meter is shipped in packaging designed to protect it during transport. Always keep the
original packaging as well as the inner packaging to ensure optimum protection against impacts for any further
shipping. The original packaging is also required to ensure appropriate return transport in the event of repair. Please
remember that we shall not accept any warranty claims for damage caused by improper transportation.

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4.NEON_PHEHT PHMETER OVERVIEW
4.1 CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE
You have just received your NEON_PHEHT pH meter.
The package consists of a carry case containing:
-Neon assembly (containing 3 LR6 alkaline batteries, 1.5 volts) and PHEHT sensor (cable length varies
depending on the model ordered),
-A laminated field note;
-One bottle of pH4.01 (1TP061) standard solution, one pH 7.01 (1TP060) standard solution and one pH9
(1TP012) standard solution.
Upon receipt of your device, check the condition of the packaging and if you notice an anomaly, make your
reservations known to the carrier within 48 hours. If you find that something is missing or if the equipment is
damaged, contact AQUALABO immediately.
4.2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT
The NEON hand-held pH meter is combined with the PHEHT sensor to enable the following parameters to be
measured and recorded:
-Temperature,
-pH,
-ORP (mV).
4.3 MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE NEON PHMETER.
The NEON PHEHT sensor unit dedicated to pH and ORP measurements offers the following features:
-Automatic recognition of the PHEHT sensor;
-Simultaneous display of 3 parameters (Temperature, pH, Redox in mV);
-ZOOM function on a parameter selected by the operator;
-Measurement stability indicator;
-Battery charge status indicator;
-Adjustable backlight intensity, backlight (configurable timing) and automatic screen off (battery life
optimization);
-Simple 3-point calibration menu (4, 7 and 9);
-Data logging (30,000 points) in 2 modes: Occasional or automatic with recording frequency configuration;
-Transfer of recordings via WiFi in "csv" format;
-Multi-Language device: French, English, Spanish, and German.

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5. SPECIFICATIONS
5.1 NEON PHEHT DATA
NEON_PHEHT data
Measurement ranges
pH: 0.00-14.00 pH
Temperature: 0.00-50.00°C
ORP: -1,000.0 to + 1,000.0 mV
Resolution
pH: 0.01
Temperature: 0.01
Redox: 0.1
Accuracy
pH: +/- 0.1
Temperature: 0.5°C
Redox: +/- 2 mV
Measurement principle
Combined electrode (pH/reference): Special glass, Ag/AgCI
reference. Gel electrolyte (KCI)
5.2 DESCRIPTION OF NEON HOUSING
➢Description of the front panel:
NEON housing specifications
Weight
880 g
Dimensions (H x W x Th)
146 x 88 x 33
Protection rating
IP 67
Operating temperature
-5 à 50°C
Storage temperature
-10°C to 60°C
Screen
Colour LCD
Backlight
Materials
ABS, UL 94V-0
Power supply
3 AA alkaline batteries
Sensor connection
Direct through spiral cable gland
Sensors on 3, 7 and 15 m of cable
ABS housing
LCD display
Navigation keypad
Sensor cable gland