GEO Calibration HYGRO-MINI X User manual

HYGRO-MINI X
GEO Calibration Inc.
2190 Smithtown Avenue
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
USA
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................3
PRODUCT WARRANTY....................................................................................................................4
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................................5
CALIBRATOR APPLICATIONS ........................................................................................................5
STANDARD PACKING CHECK LIST TABLE...................................................................................6
VISUAL ITEM CHECK LIST..............................................................................................................7
ACCESSORIES BAG CONTENTS...................................................................................................8
AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES............................................................................................................9
AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES..........................................................................................................10
UNIT DIAGRAM AND PARTS LISTING..........................................................................................11
QUICK START GUIDE................................................................ 12
FILLING THE RESERVOIR.............................................................................................................14
CHARGING AND POWERING THE UNIT ......................................................................................16
UNIT OPERATION...........................................................................................................................17
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................18
CONSUMABLES.............................................................................................................................19
MECHANICAL.................................................................................................................................19
INDICATION ICONS....................................................................................................................... 20
CALIBRATION............................................................................. 21
UUTs (UNITS UNDER TEST)..........................................................................................................21
ENTERING HYGRO-MINI X OFFSETS...........................................................................................22
UNIT CALIBRATION OVERVIEW................................................................................................23
ACCESSING THE DEVICE MANAGER......................................................................................23
READING THE COM PORT........................................................................................................24
INSTALLING PUTTY...................................................................................................................24
PUTTY SETUP ............................................................................................................................24
CONNECTING THROUGH PUTTY.............................................................................................25
READING TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY OFFSETS............................................................25
CHANGING HUMIDITY AND TEMPERATURE OFFSETS.........................................................26
SAFETY WARNING ....................................................................27
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ..............................................................................................27
BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION ...............................................................................................27
SAFETY WARNING ....................................................................28
DISPOSAL SAFETY INFORMATION..............................................................................................28
TECHNICAL SUPPORT ............................................................. 28
REPAIRS...................................................................................... 29
UNIT REPAIR PROCEDURE ..........................................................................................................29
UNIT MAINTENANCE................................................................. 30
SERVICE SCHEDULE.....................................................................................................................30
DESICCANT CHANGE VISUAL GUIDE.........................................................................................31
REPLACING THE CANISTER ........................................................................................................32

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INTRODUCTION
MESSAGE FROM GEO CALIBRATION
Thank you for purchasing the GEO Calibration Hygro-Mini X humidity and temperature generator/
calibrator. We look forward to providing you the highest quality technical support as you become
familiar with your new humidity and temperature calibrator.
To better familiarize yourself with the Hygro-Mini X, please visit our Youtube Channel by searching
GEO Calibration for user friendly videos.
To start using your GEO Hygro-Mini X immediately, you may proceed to our Quick Start Guide
(page 12).
For a deeper review of the Hygro-Mini X, See our Calibration Technical Recommendations (page
18).
Regards,
GEO Calibration Service Team
WARNING As you read through this product manual, please familiarize yourself with
our recommended best practices. By following the proper procedures,
you will ensure your unit consistently performs to its highest potential.
Once you have removed the Hygro-Mini X from its external packaging,
please visually inspect the unit for damage. If damage is found, please
immediately contact your supplier.

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Each GEO Calibration product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service. The warranty period is one year and begins on the date of shipment. Parts,
product repairs, and services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the original
buyer or end-user customer of a GEO Calibration authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses,
disposable batteries, desiccants, distilled water, or to any product which, in GEO Calibration’s opinion,
has been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions
of operation or handling. GEO Calibration does not warrant that software will be error free or operate
without interruption.
GEO Calibration authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-
use customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or di󰀨erent warranty on behalf of GEO
Calibration. Warranty support requires activation and registration at:
https://www.geocalibration.com/register
and is purchased through a GEO Calibration authorized sales outlet or Buyer has purchased unit
directly from GEO Calibration. GEO Calibration reserves the right to invoice Buyer for importation
costs of repair/replacement parts when product purchased in one country is submitted for repair in
another country. GEO Calibration’s warranty obligation is limited, at GEO Calibration’s option, to
refund of the purchase price, free of charge repair, or replacement of a defective product which is
returned to a GEO Calibration authorized service center within the warranty period.
To obtain warranty service, contact your nearest GEO Calibration authorized service center to obtain
return authorization information, then send the product to that service center, with a description of the
di󰀩culty, postage and insurance prepaid (FOB Destination). GEO Calibration assumes no risk for dam-
age in transit. Following warranty repair, the product will be returned to Buyer, transportation prepaid
(FOB Destination). If GEO Calibration determines that failure was caused by neglect, misuse, con-
tamination, alteration, accident, or abnormal condition of operation or handling, including over voltage
failures caused by use outside the product’s specied rating, or normal wear and tear of mechanical
components, GEO Calibration will provide an estimate of repair costs and obtain authorization before
commencing the work. Following repair, the product will be returned to the Buyer, shipped Ex Works
FOB Su󰀨olk County NY.
THIS WARRANTY IS BUYER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. GEO CALIBRA-
TION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FORANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OR LOSSES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY.
Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied warranty, or exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the limitations and exclusions of this warranty may
not apply to every buyer. If any provision of this Warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court or
other decision-maker of competent jurisdiction, such holding will not a󰀨ect the validity or enforceability
of any other provision.
GEO Calibration Inc.
2190 Smithtown Avenue
Ronkonkoma, NY, 11779
U.S.A.
PRODUCT WARRANTY

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Once you have removed the Hygro-Mini X from its external packaging, please visually inspect the
unit for damage. If damage is found, please immediately contact your supplier.
The GEO Hygro-Mini X Humidity Calibrator generates and maintains a controlled humidity and tem-
perature environment for the purpose of testing or calibrating humidity and temperature sensors, also
known as hygrometers. The humidity calibration range is 5% up to 85%, while the temperature range
is from 10°C to 50°C.
See the full technical specications (page 18).
The Hygro-Mini X can calibrate many hygrometer types, including but not limited to:
• Probes
• Dataloggers with External Sensors
• Chart Recorders with External Sensors
Before purchasing a Hygro-Mini X, please review the dimensions of the calibration chamber to en-
sure compatibility with the size requirements of any Hygrometers you intend to calibrate.
To view the full list of compatible hygrometers, please download our compatibility spreadsheet at:
https://www.geocalibration.com/products/hygro-mini-x/
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
CALIBRATOR APPLICATIONS

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STANDARD PACKING CHECK LIST TABLE
Contents of Shipment
QTY Part Number Description
1 01-022-00-0000 Hygro-Mini X Humidity Generator
1 01-020-36-0007 Hygro-Mini Case
1 01-020-11-0003 Hygro-Mini X Desiccant Canister
1 01-200-36-0002 Reference Standard / Control Probe
1 01-200-01-0035 Hygro-Mini X Accessories Kit
1 01-200-46-0001 Power Supply
1 N/A Calibration Documents / Trace Paperwork
1 HYGROMINIX-UM User Manual
Contents of Accessories Kit
QTY Part Number Description
101-022-69-0001 Type A Male to Type B Male USB Cable
101-200-36-0006 Fill Syringe (20ml)
101-200-01-0036 7 Piece Bung Kit
101-020-01-0020 GEO Bungs (6 pack)
101-400-80-0001 USB Stick (Contains GEO Software)
Calibration Documents
QTY Part Number Description
1NO REORDER Factory Calibration Report
101-999-99-0001 3rd Party Calibration Certication (IF ORDERED)

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Listed below are standard contents included with the purchase of a new Hygro-Mini X.
Humidity Generator Desiccant Canister Control Probe
CALIBRATION
Calibration Documents
GEO Calibration
Hygro-Mini X Pre-Filled with molecular sieve HC2-S HygroClip
control probe (pre-installed)
P/N: 01-200-36-0002
Hygro-Mini X Accessories
Kit
Contents:
See Page 8
P/N: 01-022-01-0015
VISUAL ITEM CHECK LIST
P/N: 01-020-11-0003
P/N: 01-022-00-0000
Power Supply
P/N: 01-200-46-0001
Hygro-Mini
Carrying Case
P/N: 01-020-36-0007

Fill Syringe
P/N: 01-200-36-0006
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USB Cable 7 Piece Bung Kit
P/N: 01-200-01-0036
ACCESSORIES BAG CONTENTS
USB Stick
Contains GEO Software
P/N: 01-400-80-0001
(A to B)
P/N: 01-022-69-0001
GEO Bungs (6 pack)
P/N: 01-020-01-0020

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AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
Replacement
Desiccant
P/N: 01-200-11-0001
ISO 17025 System
Recalibration
P/N: 01-999-99-0004
Replacement
Fill Tube
P/N: 01-200-36-0006
Replacement
Control Sensor
HC2-S HygroClip
control probe
P/N: 01-200-36-0002
Silicone
Adapter Variations
(Regular and Slimline)
Battery
Replacement
P/N: 01-022-36-0003

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AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
Grommets / Bungs
M36 are for Standard Hygrometers
PG36 are for Chilled Mirror Adapters
Part Number Type Bung Size Port Size
mm in mm in.
01-004-09-0020
Slimline M36 31.00 1.22”
3.175 0.125”
01-004-09-0021 6.350 0.250”
01-004-09-0022 9.525 0.375”
01-004-09-0023 12.700 0.500”
01-004-09-0024 15.875 0.625”
01-004-09-0025 19.050 0.750”
01-004-09-0026 20.950 0.825”
01-004-09-0027 25.400 1.000”

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Below you will nd a diagram of the Hygro-Mini X’s various operational parts.
FRONT
REAR
LCD Display
Power Switch
Power Supply
System Set Buttons
USB PORT
Peltier Element
Test Probe Port
Chamber Door
Fill Port
Fill Indicator
Drain Port
Door Latch
UNIT DIAGRAM AND PARTS LISTING
Desiccant

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QUICK START GUIDE
This guide is intended to give you the necessary information to quickly get up and running with your
Hygro-Mini X humidity and temperature generator.
It includes the following instructions:
• Filling the Reservoir
• Powering On the Unit
• Operating the Front Panel Controller
• Reading the Status Indicator Lights

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Turn on the unit and set the temperature to 30 °C
and humidity to 30 % to let the unit settle, approximately
for 20 minutes (rst time only).
After receiving the unit, open the door to let the chamber
dry for 10 minutes. Use soft paper towel to wipe the water in
the chamber if needed.
PLEASE NOTE:
1. Do not use alcohol inside the chamber.
2. The above instruction must be followed to ensure unit is dry
from any changes during shipping.
1.
2.
Read Before Turning On The Unit

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Locate the Fill Port
The port is located on the center top area of the front panel
of the unit.
Attach Fill Syringe to Fill Port
Press the ll syringe tip into the ll port, then rotate the cap
clockwise to secure.
4.
1.
Remove the Fill Cap
Rotate Counter-Clockwise to remove.
2.
Supplies Needed
Distilled Water Fill Syringe
Fill Port
FILLING THE RESERVOIR
Draw Distilled Water into Fill Syringe
The limit for the Hygro-Mini X reservoir is 10 mL at a time.
If you received the syringe type without a plunger, pour
water into the elevated tube body.
3.

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FILLING THE RESERVOIR
Re-Install the Fill Cap
Turn the cap clockwise to tighten the cap and seal the ll
port.
9.
Note the Fill Level
While executing step 6, monitor this ll level. As water
enters the reservoir, the red ball will rise.
5.
Loosen and Remove Syringe
Turn the ll syringe tip counter-clockwise to loosen.
8.
Raise & Allow Water to Flow
Bring the syringe to a higher level than the ll port. Allow the
water to ow into the unit.
7.
Remove Plunger
Remove the plunger from the ll syringe. This ensures that
air will not accidentally be forced into the reservoir.
6.

NOTE:
Power Input
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Locate the Power Input
1.
Flip the Power Switch to “ON”
To get the best performance, let the unit settle down for 30
minutes before you use the unit.
4.
Plug Power Supply into Unit
Unit will reach a full charge after 10 hours of charging time
while powered o󰀨.
3.
Plug Power Supply into Wall
2.
Supplies Needed
Mains Power Cord
CHARGING AND POWERING THE UNIT

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Display Overview
Current Temperature Top Right
Current Relative Humidity Bottom Right
Programmed Temperature Middle Left
Programmed Relative Humidity Bottom Left
1.
Raise the Desired Set-point
Pressing the “UP” key willincrementally raise the selected
set-point.
Holding the “UP” key will rapidly raise the selected set-
point.
3.
Commit Your Changes
Pressing the “EXIT” key will commit your changes.
The Unit will also commit your changes if left alone for 30
seconds.
5.
Changing Humidity & Temperature
Pressing the “Next” button activates the set-point
toggle. The selected eld will repeatedly ash its current
programmed value. Repeated presses will toggle between
the Humidity and Temperature elds.
2.
Lower the Desired Set-point
Pressing the “DOWN” key will incrementally lower the
selected set-point.
Holding the “DOWN” key will rapidly lower the selected
set-point.
4.
UNIT OPERATION

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SPECIFICATION ANNOTATIONS
If the desired humidity set-point is higher than 70%,
* Set the temperature to your desired point rst, and let the chamber stabilize. Next, set the humidity to the desired
set point.
** To achieve low temperature with high humidity, you must rst set the humidity value to 70% or lower, and let the
chamber stabilize. Then, set the temperature to the desired set point. This avoids condensation appearing within
the chamber.
Note:
If condensation is formed in the chamber:
A. Open the chamber door and wipe any visible water away with a paper towel.
B. Set humidity to 30% and temperature to 30 °C then let the unit dry and stabilize.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
CALIBRATION TO
(17025 TRACEABLE TO NIST)
TRANSFER STANDARD No Charge
CERTIFICATE 17025 Validation (Additional Fees Apply)
OPERATING AMBIENT CONDITIONS TEMPERATURE 18 °C to 28 °C
HUMIDITY Up to 80 % RH
STORAGE CONDITIONS TEMPERATURE -20 °C to 50 °C
HUMIDITY 0 % to 95 % RH (non-condensing)
CALIBRATION SYSTEM ACCURACY
TEMPERATURE ± 0.10 °C *Based on Probe Accuracy
HUMIDITY ± 1.00 % RH *Based on Probe Accuracy
CONTROLLER TYPE PID Controller
UNIFORMITY TEMPERATURE 0.20 °C
HUMIDITY 0.40 % RH @ 23 °C
STABILITY TEMPERATURE 0.10 °C
HUMIDITY 0.15 % RH @ 23 °C
WARM-UP PERIOD Ambient Condition 30 Minutes Maximum
Cold 45 to 60 Minutes
RESOLUTION DISPLAY Temperature 0.1 °C
Humidity 0.1 % RH
RAMP / SOAK RATE OF CHANGE
*Depends on ambient and desiccant conditions
TEMPERATURE High → Low 1.00 °C / minute *Typical
Low → High 1.00 °C / minute *Typical
HUMIDITY High → Low 3.00 % RH / minute *Typical
Low → High 3.00 % RH / minute *Typical
CONTROLLED RANGE
TEMPERATURE 10 °C to 50 °C @ Ambient Temperature 23 °C
HUMIDITY@ 18°C 5 % to 75% RH HUMIDITY@ 23°C 5 % to 85 % RH
HUMIDITY@ 30°C 5 % to 80 % RH HUMIDITY@ 35°C 5 % to 75 % RH
HUMIDITY@ 40°C 5 % to 70 % RH HUMIDITY@ 50°C 5 % to 65 % RH

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CONSUMABLES
WATER
RESERVOIR 55 ml
SPILL RESISTANT Yes
REQUIRED FLUID Distilled Water Only
EST. REFILL PERIOD 1 Month (Typical) *Depends on Usage
FILL INDICATOR Front Panel *Screen Icon
DESICCANT
TYPE Indicating Molecular Sieve
SIZE 360 CC
REPLACEMENT When Indicating Desiccant is 3/4 Used
REPLACEMENT FREQUENCY Depends Entirely on User Workload
LOCATION Right Side Mounted
BATTERY
SIZE 11000 mAh 12 VDC
TYPE Lithium-Ion
CYCLES 300 (Average) *Typical
AVERAGE USE TIME 5 Hours
RECALIBRATION FREQUENCY Depends on User Uncertainty Requirements
Once Per Year Recommended
EXTERNAL INTERFACE USB Cable and Software Included
MECHANICAL
GENERATOR DIMENSIONS
Measurement Type Width Depth Height
Metric 31.01 cm 27.77 cm 11.49 cm
English 12.21 in 10.93 in 4.53 in
WORKING DIMENSIONS AND VOLUME
Measurement Type Depth Diameter
Metric 14.35 cm 6.10 cm
English 5.65 in 2.40 in
Volume 0.4 Liter E󰀨ective Working Volume
WEIGHT
Unit Only (With Desiccant)
Metric 4.99 kg
English 11.0 lb
Shipping Metric 8.00 kg
English 17.64 lb
POWER SUPPLY FOR EXTERNAL USE Power Supply 12 Volt DC @ 10A
STANDARD PORT QUANTITY 1 Port
CAPACITY 1 RH Probe Size 6 - 25 mm

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The Hygro-Mini X does not display error codes.
Instead, the unit utilizes a series of on-screen icons to communicate machine status to the user.
Icon Descriptions
Name Icon Indication Action
WET
WARNING/
ATTENTION
The unit is not
adding humidity at a
su󰀩cient rate.
Check reservoir
ll level.
DRY
WARNING/
ATTENTION
The unit is not drying
at a su󰀩cient rate.
Check desiccant.
Replace if
desiccant is fully
saturated.
COMM
Unit is receiving
commands from
the GEO Software
Application
No Action
Required
LOW
BATTERY
The battery is
nearing critically low
levels of charge.
You must connect
the unit to a
power supply.
FAULT
The BIT (Built in
Test) has detected a
condition which will
not allow control of
the chamber.
Please Contact GEO +001 (631) 471 - 6157 [email protected]
INDICATION ICONS