Hanna Instruments Alkalinity HI775 User manual

HI775
Alkalinity
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Recommendations for Users
Before using this product, make sure it is entirely suitable for your specific
application and for the environment in which it is used. Any variation
introduced by the user to the supplied equipment may degrade the checker’s
performance. For your and the checker’s safety do not use or store it in
hazardous environments.
Warranty
HI775 Checker®HC is warranted for a period of one year against defects in
workmanship and materials when used for its intended purpose and maintained
according to instructions. This warranty is limited to repair or replacement free
of charge. Damage due to accidents, misuse, tampering or lack of prescribed
maintenance is not covered. If service is required, contact your local Hanna
Instruments Office. If under warranty, report the model number, date of purchase,
serial number and the nature of the problem. If the repair is not covered by the
warranty, you will be notified of the charges incurred. If the checker is to be
returned to Hanna Instruments, first obtain a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA)
number from the Technical Service department and then send it with shipping
costs prepaid. When shipping any product, make sure it is properly packaged for
complete protection.
Hanna Instruments reserves the right to modify the design, construction, or
appearance of its products without advance notice.
All rights are reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without the
written consent of the copyright owner, Hanna Instruments Inc., Woonsocket,
Rhode Island, 02895, USA.
IST775 07/20
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Tips for an Accurate Measurement
•Ensure the sample does not contain any debris.
•Whenever the cuvette is placed into the checker, it must be
dry outside and free of fingerprints, oil and dirt.
•Wipe the cuvette thoroughly with HI731318 microfiber
cleaning cloth or a lint-free cloth prior to insertion.
•Shaking the cuvette can generate bubbles, causing higher
readings. To obtain accurate measurements, remove such
bubbles by swirling or by gently tapping the cuvette.
•Do not let the reacted sample stand too long after reagent
has been added, as accuracy will be affected.
• Discard the sample immediately after the reading has been
taken or the glass might become permanently stained.
Battery Replacement
To save the battery, the checker shuts down after 10 minutes of non-use and
2 minutes after reading.
A fresh battery lasts for a minimum of 5000 measurements. When the battery is
drained, the instrument displays “bAd” then ”bAt”, and turns off.
To replace the battery, follow the next steps:
1. Press and hold the ON/OFF button to turn the checker off.
2. Turn the instrument upside down and use a screwdriver to unfasten the screw and
remove the battery cover.
3. Remove the old battery, replace it with a new 1.5V AAA battery, inserting the
negative end first.
4. Replace the battery cover, fasten and tighten the screw.
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Accessories
Reagent Sets
HI775-26 Reagents for 25 Alkalinity tests, 1 syringe and 1 tip
Other Accessories
HI775-11 Alkalinity certified standard kit
HI731225 Cuvette black cap for Checker® HC colorimeters (4 pcs.)
HI731318 Cloth for wiping cuvettes (4 pcs.)
HI731321 Glass cuvette and seal cap for Checker® HC colorimeters (4 pcs.)
HI731353 Cuvette seal cap for Checker®HC colorimeters (4 pcs.)
HI740028P 1.5V AAA battery set (12 pcs.)
HI740142P 1 mL graduated syringe (10 pcs.)
HI93703-50 Cuvette cleaning solution, 230 mL
HI93755-53 Chlorine remover reagent
Certification
All Hanna Instruments conform to the CE European Directives.
Disposal of Electrical & Electronic Equipment. The product
should not be treated as household waste. Instead hand it over
to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment which will conserve natural resources.
Disposal of waste batteries. This product contains batteries, do
not dispose of them with other household waste. Hand them over
to the appropriate collection point for recycling.
Ensuring proper product and battery disposal prevents potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health.
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Preliminary Examination
Remove the Checker®HC handheld colorimeter and accessories from the packing
material and examine it carefully. If you require any further information, please
contact Hanna Instruments technical support team.
Each HI775 is delivered in a case with custom insert and is supplied with:
•Sample cuvette and cap (2 pcs.)
•Alkalinity reagent starter kit (reagents for 25 tests)
•1 mL syringe with tip
•1.5V AAA Alkaline battery (1 pc.)
•Instruction manual
Note: Save all packing material until you are sure that the Checker®HC
handheld colorimeter works correctly. Any damaged or defective item must
be returned in its original packing material with the supplied accessories.
General Description & Intended Use
HI775 Alkalinity handheld checker is designed to accurately determine alkalinity
levels in fresh water aquariums.
HI775 features a single-button operation system and is easy to use.
The large LCD is easy to read and the auto shut-off feature assures the battery
will not be drained.
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Specifications
Range 0 to 500 ppm (as CaCO3)
Resolution 1 ppm
Accuracy ±5 ppm ±5% of reading @ 25 °C (77 °F)
Light source Light Emitting Diode @ 610 nm
Light detector Silicon photocell
Method
Colorimetric Method. The reaction causes a distinctive
range of colors from yellow to greenish blue to develop.
This checker has been developed to work with fresh water
samples.
Environment 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F); max. 95% RH non-condensing
Battery type 1.5V AAA Alkaline
Auto shut-off After 10 minutes of non-use and 2 minutes after reading
Dimensions 86.0 x 61.0 x 37.5 mm (3.4 x 2.4 x 1.5”)
Weight 64 g (2.3 oz)
Functional Description & LCD Display
Cap
Cuvette with cap
Cuvette holder
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
ON/OFF button
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Measurement Procedure
•Press the ON/OFF button to turn the checker
on. All segments will be displayed for a few
seconds, followed by “Add”, “C.1” with “Press”
blinking.
•Fill the cuvette with 10 mL of unreacted sample
and replace the cap. Insert the cuvette into the
checker and close the cap.
•Press the ON/OFF button. When the display
shows “Add”, “C.2” with “Press” blinking, the
checker is zeroed.
Note: Any chlorine present in the sample
will interfere with the reading. To remove
the chlorine interference add one drop
of HI93755-53 Chlorine Remover to the
unreacted sample.
•Remove the cuvette and unscrew the cap. Using
a 1 mL syringe carefully add exactly 1 mL of
HI775S Alkalinity reagent to the sample. Replace
the cap and invert gently 5 times.
Note: Pay attention not to spill reagent
otherwise full color development may be
inhibited.
•Insert the cuvette into the checker and close the
cap. Press the ON/OFF button. TThe instrument
displays the alkalinity concentration in ppm of
CaCO3. Alkalinity conversion:
1 ppm CaCO3= 0.02 meq/L
= 0.056 dkH
The checker automatically turns off 2 minutes
after reading.
×1
1 mL
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Errors & Warnings
The checker shows clear warning messages when erroneous conditions appear and
when measured values are outside the expected range. The information below
provides an explanation of the errors and warnings, and the recommended action
to be taken.
Light High: There is an excess amount of ambient light
reaching the detector. Please check the preparation of the zero
cuvette.
Light Low: There is not enough light to perform a measurement.
Please check the preparation of the zero cuvette.
Inverted Cuvettes: The sample and the zero cuvettes are
inverted. Swap the cuvettes and repeat the measurement.
Under Range: A blinking “0” indicates that the sample absorbs
less light than the zero reference. Check the measurement
procedure and make sure to use the same cuvette for reference
(zero) and measurement.
Over Range: Maximum concentration value displayed blinking
indicates the measured value is outside the limits of the method.
Verify that the sample does not contain any debris. Dilute the
sample and repeat the measurement.
Battery Low: Battery level is too low for the checker to function
properly. Replace the battery with a new one.
Drained Battery: The battery is drained and must be replaced.
Replace the battery with a new one and restart the checker.
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