ATAGO PAL-102S User manual

Error Messages
Error MessagesError Messages
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. ontact
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.)
Automatic Temperature Compensation
Automatic Temperature CompensationAutomatic Temperature Compensation
Automatic Temperature Compensation
The readings are corrected, based on the temperature of the prism, within the automatic temperature compensation range.
【 aution】
◇ 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
Storage and MaintenanceStorage and Maintenance
Storage and Maintenance
Store the instrument in a dry
place away from direct
sunlight. Exposure to
humidity and heat may
damage the instrument.
Do not use organic solvents
(paint thinner, benzene,
gasoline, etc.) on the plastic
body case.
lean and dry the sample stage
thoroughly, following the “leaning”
instructions.
Store the unit away from direct
sunlight at a stable temperature with
as little fluctuation as possible.
Repair and Warranty
Repair and WarrantyRepair and Warranty
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. ontact an ATAGO authorized service center for service and support.
Please have the serial number information ready when contacting a service center.
Specifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
Specifications
Measurement range utting Oil 0.0 to 70.0
Sample volume At least 0.3ml
Temperature 10.0 to 75.0℃
Measurement time Approx. 3 seconds
Resolution utting Oil 0.1 Temperature 0.1℃
Backlight The backlight stays on for 30 seconds after
Accuracy utting Oil ±0.2 Temperature ±1℃
any button is pressed.
Automatic temperature
10 to 75℃
Power supply Two (2) AAA alkaline batteries
compensation range
Battery life Approx. 11,000 measurements
Ambient temperature 10 to 40℃
(when using alkaline batteries)
range
International IP65
Protection class
Dimensions and weight 55 (W) x 31 (D) x 109 (H)mm, 100g (main unit only)
The product is in conformity with the requirements of the EM Directive 2004/108/E .
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Parts
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Contents
ContentsContents
Contents
Main unit.........1
Instruction Manual (this book) .....1 Calibration Report .. 1
AAA batteries ...........2
AAA alkaline batteries are included. Re ove the tape fro the battery co part ent before inserting the batteries.
ATAGO instru ents are rigorously inspected to ensure each unit eets the highest standards of quality assurance.
Introduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the instrument. arefully read and follow all instructions. Keep this manual for future reference.
Safety
Safety Safety
Safety Instructions
InstructionsInstructions
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.
◇ arefully 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.
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<International Protection Classification IP65
International Protection Classification IP65International Protection Classification IP65
International Protection Classification IP65
◇ The instrument is water-resistant, not waterproof, and should not be submerged.
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<Chemical Resistance of Body Case
Chemical Resistance of Body CaseChemical Resistance of Body Case
Chemical Resistance of Body Case
◇ The body case is made of PBT resin. Do not expose it to water vapor or solvents. See the list of “Solvents Harmful to Body ase.”
Solvents Harmful to Body Case
Solvents Harmful to Body CaseSolvents Harmful to Body Case
Solvents Harmful to Body Case
1,2-Dichloroethane／Dichloromethane
Solvents that are harmful to the plastic body case include but not limited to the above substances.
Apply water and samples on the glass prism located
in the center of the sample stage.
ample stage
Lanyard hole
ZERO button
Press to perform zero-setting.
Measurement results, prism temperature,
and remaining battery charge are displayed.
The displayed value is an example.
Press to take measurements and hold dow
n
to turn off the display.
Place and remove batteries from here.
LCD
Battery compartment
TART button

Zero
ZeroZero
Zero-
--
-setting and Measurement
setting and Measurementsetting and Measurement
setting and Measurement
Ze
ZeZe
Zero
roro
ro-
--
-setting
settingsetting
setting
【Caution】
◇ Zero-set the instru ent at the beginning of each day before use as well as after replacing the batteries.
◇ Let water on the pris accli ate to the te perature of the instru ent before zero-setting.
◇ When “AAA” is displayed, wipe the pris clean, apply water, and press the ZERO button again.
3.
3.3.
3.
M
MM
Measure
easureeasure
easurement : not
ment : notment : not
ment : not 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0
Press the ZERO
button while the
water is on the
pris .
4.
4.4.
4. Zero-setting is
co plete when “000”
blinks
twice and then stops.
M
MM
Measure
easureeasure
easurement :
ment :ment :
ment : 0.0
0.00.0
0.0
1.
1.1.
1. Wipe the pris clean and
apply about 0.3 l of
tap/distilled water.
2.
2.2.
2. Press the START
button, and after “---”
appears, the
easure ent and the
pris te perature are
displayed.
The instru ent is zero-set
correctly.
Pr
PrPr
Proceed to
oceed tooceed to
oceed to measurement
measurementmeasurement
measurement.
Wipe the pris clean with
tissue paper.
Measurement
MeasurementMeasurement
Measurement
【Caution】
◇ Do not use etal tools to apply sa ples on the pris as they ay scratch the pris .
◇ Initial easure ents ay fluctuate with hot or cold sa ples. Wait for the instru ent to accli ate to the sa ple te perature,
approxi ately 20 seconds, to press the START button. Alternatively, press the START button ultiple ti es until
easure ents beco e stable.
◇ Do not splash water above 50℃. The plastic ay warp, which ay co pro ise the water resistance.
•When easuring hot sa ples, place only the necessary a ount and do not let it overflow fro the sa ple stage well.
•When hot water is necessary to clean off hardened sa ples, use water-soaked gauze around the pris area and keep hot
water away fro the body case.
◇ The displayed te perature is that of the pris and ay not necessarily atch the te perature of the sa ple.
1.
1.1.
1. Wipe the pris clean and
apply about 0.3 l of the sa ple.
2.
2.2.
2. Press the START
button
3.
3.3.
3. After “---”
appears, the
easure ent and the pris
te perature are displayed.
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LCD Auto ShutLCD Auto Shut
LCD Auto Shut-
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-off
offoff
off
The instru ent will turn itself off after 2 inutes of inactivity. To anually turn it off, hold down the START
button for ore than 2 seconds.
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<For oily/fatty samples
For oily/fatty samplesFor oily/fatty samples
For oily/fatty samples
Try stirring the sa ple on the pris while easuring to i prove the repeatability of oily/fatty sa ples.
Clea
CleaClea
Cleaning
ningning
ning
Wipe off the sa ple, rinse with water, and wipe off the water to clean the sa ple stage thoroughly.
Dry the sa ple stage co pletely with dry tissues.
Measurement Value
Measurement ValueMeasurement Value
Measurement Value
This unit converts refractive index into TDS (total dissolved solids) for convenient concentration measurements of cutting oil.
The relationship between the concentration of cutting oil and its refractive index differs with each type of oil.
Therefore, to determine the concentration of each type of oil, each solution should have its own custom conversion table to compensate for the value
displayed by instrument.
onversion method (in the case of water based solutions)
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How to calculate the Conversion FactorHow to calculate the Conversion Factor
How to calculate the Conversion Factor>
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E.g.) For an oil solution, with a concentration of 5% (dilution ratio at 20 times), mix 95ml of water to 5ml of undiluted solution.
For this example, assume the displayed value, on the instrument, is 4.0.
Next, convert the displayed value using the following relationship to determine the conversion factor; Actual concentration÷Displayed value, Ex: (5.0÷4.0
= 1.25 ).
Once the conversion factor in known (1.25 in this example), measuring a sample with an unknown concentration is simple.
Taking an unknown sample, assume that the measured value is 3.0.
Using the simple formula, displayed value × conversion factor (3.0×1.25) the actual concentration of the sampled measured is 3.75.
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Offset feature useOffset feature use
Offset feature use>
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Program a conversion factor to automatically display adjusted measurement
In the example above, the measurement values multiplied by the factor of 1.25 will be displayed.
Offset Function
Offset FunctionOffset Function
Offset Function
1.
1.1.
1. Hold down
ZERO while it
is turned on.
“b” wil appear.
2.
2.2.
2. Press ZERO
to select either
addition (b) or
subtraction (-b).
3.
3.3.
3. Press START
to confirm.
4.
4.4.
4. Enter the addition/subtraction number.
ZERO to change the number:
0, 1, 2, …, 8, 9, A, 0, 1, 2…
START to confirm and move to the next
decimal place.
When the 1
st
place is confirmed with “A,” the
number selections for the decimal places
are skipped.
5.
5.5.
5. Press START
to confirm the
addition/subtracti
on number.
Next is to program
a coefficient.
6.
6.6.
6. Enter the
coefficient.
Refer to the
step 4.
7.
7.7.
7. Press
START to
confirm the
coefficient.
※ To disable the Offset feature, set the Offset value to factory default value
(a:1.00, b:0.00).
※ The measurement range is shifted according to the offset settings.
※ Screen images when offset is on
y = ax + b y：Actual concentration
x：PAL-102S readings
a： oefficient (multiplication)
Range: 0.01 to 10.00（Factory default 1.00）
b：Addition/subtraction number
Range: -10.00 to 10.00（Factory default 0.00）
Replacing the Batteries
Replacing the BatteriesReplacing the Batteries
Replacing the Batteries
【 aution】
◇
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. Lubricate the O-ring
regularly (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 L D. Such retained pixel charges do not indicate a faulty display, consume
the battery power, or affect the instrument’s performance in any way.
◇ heck the expiration dates on batteries before purchase.
◇ Zero-set the instrument after the batteries are replaced.
1.
1.1.
1. Insert a coin in the
groove on the battery
co part ent cover. Turn
the coin counterclockwise
to re ove the cover.
2.
2.2.
2. Insert batteries,
observing the correct
polarity.
3.
3.3.
3. Align the cover and push
it down.
4.
4.4.
4. Close the battery
co part ent cover by
pushing the cover in with a
coin in the groove and turning
it clockwise until it stops.
Figure１
O-ring
Groove
Approx.
2mm
Approx. 0.3ml of sample
Approx. 0.3ml of water
Approx.
2mm
For addition, only
“b” will appear.
1 2 3
1 2 3
Water after
zero-setting
Offset “b” =
addition of 0.30
During
measurement
For coefficient (a)
For addition/subtraction (b)
No plus sign will
be displayed.
“A” appears in the
1st place only, and it
means “10.”
Clean oily residues with ethyl alcohol or ild soap, and then, rinse with water.
For oily samples:
For oily samples:For oily samples:
For oily samples:
Ethyl
alcohol
Mild
soap