ATAGO PAL-03CS User manual

Automatic Temperature Compensation
The readings are corrected, based on the temperature of the prism, within the automatic temperature compensation range.
【Caution】
◇ Measurements may fluctuate with hot or cold samples. Wait for approximately 20 seconds to press the START button.
Measurements will stabilize once the instrument acclimates to the sample temperature.
Storage and Maintenance
Store the instrument in a dry place away from
direct sunlight. Exposure to humidity and heat
may damage the instrument.
Clean and dry the sample stage thoroughly,
following the “Cleaning” instructions.
Store the unit away from direct sunlight at a
stable temperature with as little fluctuation
as possible.
Repair and Warranty
The instrument is warranted for one year from the date of purchase. This warranty is void if the instrument shows evidence of the
following. Send the included batteries as well if they are still in use.
•Having been disassembled by unauthorized personnel
•Damages to the prism and/or sample stage
•Water damage or having been dropped
•Having been misused and/or operated outside the environmental specifications
•Leakage from batteries other than those included with the unit
Repair services are available for a fee after the warranty expires.
Contact an ATAGO authorized service center for service and support.
Please have the serial number information ready when contacting a service center.
Specifications
Measurement range Main scale : Sodium chloride 0.0 to 28.0% (W/W) Power supply Two (2) AAA alkaline batteries
Secondary scale : Freezing point 0 to -22℃ Battery life Approx. 11,000 measurements
Temperature : 10.0 to 100℃ (when using alkaline batteries)
Resolution Main scale : Sodium chloride 0.1% (W/W) Maximum number 100
Secondary scale : Freezing point 1℃ of date history
Temperature : 0.1℃ Output NFC Forum Type 4 Tag
Accuracy Main scale : Sodium chloride ±0.2% (W/W) ISO/IEC 14443 Type A
Secondary scale : Freezing point ±1℃ Output category
Temperature : ±1℃ Date Time, Sodium chloride [g/100g],
Automatic temperature Main scale : 10 to 100℃ Freezing point [degC], Temp [degC]
compensation range Secondary scale : 10 to 40℃ (e.g.) 2017/08/17 09:30:45, 28.4, -15, 20.4
Ambient temperature 10 to 40℃ International IP65
range Protection class
Sample volume At least 0.3mL Dimensions 55 (W) x 31 (D) x 109 (H)mm,
Measurement time Approx. 3 seconds and weight 100g (main unit only)
Backlight The backlight stays on for 30
seconds after any button is pressed.
The product is in conformity with the requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
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4393-E07
Digital hand-held “Pocket” Sodium Chloride Brine Refractometer
Instruction Manual
PAL-03CS Cat.No.4393
Parts
Contents
Main unit ......... 1 Instruction Manual (this book) ..... 1 Calibration Report .. 1 AAA batteries ........... 2
AAA alkaline batteries are included. Remove the tape from the battery compartment before inserting the batteries.
ATAGO instruments are rigorously inspected to ensure each unit meets the highest standards of quality assurance.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the instrument. Carefully read and follow all instructions. Keep this manual for future reference.
Safety Instructions
Read and follow all safety instructions before operating the instrument. Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in personal injury or
property damage.
◇ Ensure safety when handling hazardous materials. Observe precautionary measures and use protective equipment, Be aware of the hazards of such
chemicals and emergency response guidelines.
◇ ATAGO may not be held liable for any injury or damage arising in connection with handling of hazardous materials during the use of the instrument.
◇ Do not drop the instrument or subject it to strong physical shock.
◇ Do not attempt to repair, modify, or disassemble the instrument.
◇ Carefully read this manual to have basic knowledge of the function of each component.
◇ ATAGO is not liable for any loss and damage caused by the measurement and use of this instrument.
◇ Some acids may corrode the glass prism and/or metal sample stage, which may cause erroneous measurements.
◇ Do not use metal tools, such as a spoon, as they may scratch the prism, resulting in erroneous measurements.
◇ Do not use water above 50℃ to rinse the instrument.
◇ Only use the specified battery type. Observe proper polarities, properly aligning the anodes and cathodes.
◇ Store the instrument away from direct sunlight/heat sources and excessive amounts of dust/debris.
◇ Do not expose the instrument to a rapid change in ambient temperature.
◇ Do not subject the instrument to strong vibration.
◇ Do not subject the instrument to extreme cold temperature.
◇ Do not place the instrument under anything heavy.
◇ Loosen the battery compartment cover for air transportation.
<International Protection Classification IP65>
◇ The instrument is water-resistant, not waterproof, and should not be submerged.
<Chemical Resistance of Body Case>
◇ The body case is made of resin. Do not expose it to water vapor. Some solvents may compromise the structural integrity of the instrument.
Press to take
measurements and
hold down to turn of
f
the display.
START button
(Power button)
Place and remove
batteries from here.
Battery
compartment
Press to set date, time,
and delete data history.
Sample stage
Apply water and
samples on the glass
prism located in the
center of the sample
stage.
ZERO button
Press to perform
zero-setting.
Lanyard hole
START button &
ZERO button
Measurement results,
prism temperature,
remaining battery
charge, etc., are
displayed.
The displayed value is
an example.
Image is for explanation purposes only. It may
be different than the actual product purchased.
LCD
The warranty period will
be extended from 1 year
to 2 years when you
register customer
information.
ATAGO Logger NFC
can also be downloaded at the same
time.
Trouble scanning the code? Access
this link
https://www.atago.net/ur/
index.php?l=en
QR code
The warranty period
extension method
1 year 2 years

Zero-setting and Measurement
Zero-setting
【Caution】
◇ Zero-set the instrument at the beginning of each day before use as well as after replacing the batteries.
◇ Let water on the prism acclimate to the temperature of the instrument before zero-setting.
◇ When “AAA” is displayed, wipe the prism clean, apply water, and press the ZERO button again.
1. Wipe the prism clean and
apply about 0.3ml of tap water.
2. Press the START
button, and after “---”
appears, the
measurement and the
prism temperature are
displayed.
3. 4. Zero-setting is
complete when “000” blinks
twice and then stops.
Measurement : not 0.0%
Press the ZERO
button while the
water is on the
prism.
Measurement : 0.0% Proceed to measurement.
Wipe the prism clean with
tissue paper.
The instrument is zero-set
correctly.
Measurement
【Caution】
◇ Do not use metal tools to apply samples on the prism as they may scratch the prism.
◇ Initial measurements may fluctuate with hot or cold samples. Wait for the instrument to acclimate to the sample temperature,
approximately 20 seconds, to press the START button. Alternatively, press the START button multiple times until
measurements become stable.
◇ Do not splash water above 50℃. The plastic may warp, which may compromise the water resistance.
•When measuring hot samples, place only the necessary amount and do not let it overflow from the sample stage well.
•When hot water is necessary to clean off hardened samples, use water-soaked gauze around the prism area and keep hot
water away from the body case.
◇ The displayed temperature is that of the prism and may not necessarily match the temperature of the sample.
◇ The measured value is displayed even when the prism temperature falls below the temperature compensation range. It may be
displayed about 2% lower than the actual value.
1. Wipe the prism clean and
apply about 0.3ml of the
sample.
2. Press the START
button.
3. After “---” appears, the measurement and the prism
temperature are displayed.
<LCD Auto Shut-off>
The instrument will turn itself off after 2 minutes of inactivity. To manually turn it off, hold down the START button for more than
2 seconds.
<Dual Scale>
This instrument has 2 scales – sodium chloride concentration (g/100g) and sodium chloride freezing point in Celsius.
The freezing point is calculated, based on the molarity. The freezing point of salt water with the
saturation point of 26% at 20°C is -22°C.
Generally, -21.2°C is said to be the eutectic point. As the freezing point changes drastically near the
eutectic point, depending on the concentration, caution is advised.
<For oily/fatty samples>
Try stirring the sample on the prism while measuring to improve the repeatability of oily/fatty samples.
Cleaning
【Caution】
◇ Do not scratch the prism.
◇ The instrument is water-resistant, not waterproof, and should not be submerged.
1. Wipe off the sample.
2. Clean the prism and sample stage using a mild soap and thoroughly rinse with water.
3. Dry the area with tissues thoroughly.
Error Messages
The following messages alert the user when an operation has failed.
The battery is low. The prism temperature is below the temperature
range.
The ZERO button was pressed with nothing or
something other than water on the prism.
The prism temperature is above the temperature
range.
The START button was pressed with nothing or
an insufficient amount of sample on the prism.
The instrument is faulty.
(Replace the batteries. Contact ATAGO if this
error persists.)
The sample measured outside the measurement
range.
Too much light is entering the prism, and the
instrument cannot measure accurately.
(Shade the sample stage with your hand and take
a measurement again.)
Replacing the Batteries
【Caution】
◇ Fasten the battery compartment cover tightly to prevent water ingress or poor connection, which will
cause erroneous measurements. Push the cover in firmly and turn.
◇ When the O-ring on the cover is dirty or damaged, the water resistance may be compromised.
(Figure 1)
◇ When the battery icon indicates the low power level ( ), replace both batteries with a brand new
set of AAA alkaline batteries (1.5V).
◇ Static images may occasionally appear on LCD. Such retained pixel charges do not indicate a faulty
display, consume the battery power, or affect the instrument’s performance in any way.
◇ Check the expiration dates on batteries before purchase.
◇ Zero-set the instrument after the batteries are replaced.
1. Insert a coin in the
groove on the battery
compartment cover. Turn
the coin counterclockwise
to remove the cover.
2. Insert batteries,
observing the correct
polarity.
3. Align the cover and push
it down.
4. Close the battery
compartment cover by
pushing the cover in with a
coin in the groove and turning
it clockwise until it stops.
※ Turning excessively may
cause malfunction.
Approx.
2mm
Approx. 0.3ml of sample
Groove
Approx. 0.3mL of water
Approx.
2mm
Figure１
O-ring
Mild
soap