Hanna Instruments HI 9828 User manual

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Instruction Manual
HI 9828
Multiparameter Meter
with GPS
99 Washington Street
Melrose, MA 02176
Phone [phone]
Toll Free 1-800-517-8431
Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com

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HANNA instruments®reserves the right to modify the design,
construction and appearance of its products without advance notice.
Dear CustomerDear Customer
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a HANNA instruments®product.
Please read this instruction manual carefully before using the instrument.
It will provide you with the necessary information for correct use of the instru-
ment, as well as a precise idea of its versatility.
This instrument is in compliance with thedirectives.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1- INTRODUCTION
1.1 Preliminary Examination ................................................................................. 7
1.2 Model Identification ....................................................................................... 7
1.3 General Description ....................................................................................... 8
1.4 Power Supply ............................................................................................... 10
1.4.1 Battery Installation .................................................................................. 10
1.4.2 Charging Batteries .................................................................................. 10
1.5 Probe Description and Installation .................................................................. 11
1.5.1 Sensor Description .................................................................................. 11
1.5.2 Specifications of Sensors .......................................................................... 12
1.5.3 DO Sensor Activation.............................................................................. 13
1.5.4 Installation............................................................................................. 13
1.6 Specifications ............................................................................................... 14
1.7 Power Consumption ...................................................................................... 17
1.8 Display and Keyboard Description .................................................................. 18
1.9 Help Function .............................................................................................. 19
CHAPTER 2 - MEASUREMENT MODE ............................................................. 20
CHAPTER 3 - SETUP MODE
3.1 Measurement Setup ...................................................................................... 21
3.2 System Setup ................................................................................................ 23
3.3 Table of Measurement and System Setup Items .................................................. 27
CHAPTER 4 - CALIBRATION MODE
4.1 Quick Calibration ........................................................................................ 29
4.2 pH Calibration ............................................................................................. 31
4.2.1 Preparation ........................................................................................... 31
4.2.2 Procedure.............................................................................................. 31
4.2.3 Error List ................................................................................................ 33
4.3 Dissolved Oxygen Calibration ........................................................................ 34
4.4 Conductivity Calibration ................................................................................ 35

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4.5 Atmospheric Pressure Calibration ................................................................... 38
4.6 ORP Calibration .......................................................................................... 38
4.7 Temperature Calibration ............................................................................... 39
CHAPTER 5 - GPS MENU (optional) ............................................................... 40
CHAPTER 6 - LOGGING MODE
6.1 Logging ...................................................................................................... 43
6.1.1 Logging Options .................................................................................... 43
6.2 Log Data Setup ............................................................................................ 45
6.2.1 Lots ...................................................................................................... 45
6.2.2 Delete All Lots ........................................................................................ 46
6.2.3 Remarks ................................................................................................ 47
6.2.4 Delete All Remarks .................................................................................. 47
6.2.5 Tags...................................................................................................... 47
CHAPTER 7 - GLP DATA
7.1 Probe Information ......................................................................................... 50
7.2 pH ............................................................................................................. 51
7.3 Dissolved Oxygen ......................................................................................... 51
7.4 Conductivity ................................................................................................ 52
7.5 Atmospheric Pressure .................................................................................... 52
7.6 ORP ........................................................................................................... 53
7.7 Temperature ................................................................................................. 53
CHAPTER 8 - PC CONNECTION
8.1 Software Installation ...................................................................................... 54
8.2 PC Connection ............................................................................................ 54
CHAPTER 9 - ERROR MESSAGES .................................................................... 56
APPENDIX
A - PROBE MAINTENANCE ................................................................................ 59
B - ACCESSORIES .............................................................................................. 61
C - WARRANTY ................................................................................................. 63

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Chapter 1 - INTRODUCTION
1.1 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Remove the instrument from the packing material and examine it carefully to
make sure that no damage has occurred during shipping. If there is any notice-
able damage, notify your Dealer.
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HI9828 is supplied complete with:
- Multisensor probe (pH/ORP, Conductivity, DO, temperature)
- HI9828-25HI9828-25
HI9828-25HI9828-25
HI9828-25 quick calibration standard solution, 500 mL
- Calibration beaker
- Probe maintenance kit
- 4 rechargeable C size, Ni-MH batteries
- Power adaptor and cable
- Cigarette lighter cable
- 5 iButton®with holder
- HI7698281HI7698281
HI7698281HI7698281
HI7698281 USB interface cable
- HI929828
HI929828
HI929828HI929828
HI929828 Windows®compatible software
- Instruction manual
- Rugged carrying case
NoteNote
NoteNote
Note Save all packing materials until you are sure that the instrument func-
tions correctly. Any damaged or defective items must be returned in
their original packing materials together with the supplied accessories.
1.2 MODEL IDENTIFICATION
Different models are available according to the following scheme:
Windows®is a registered Trademark of “Microsoft Co.”
Note:Probes with different cable length are
available upon request.

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1.3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
HI9828 is a multiparameter system that monitors up to 13 different water qual-
ity parameters (6 measured, 7 calculated).
The microprocessor based multisensor probe allows to measure all the param-
eters necessary to evaluate the water quality, as dissolved oxygen saturation per-
centage, conductivity, seawater specific gravity and other parameters that en-
sure life in water as pH and temperature. The same probe can be used with
different meters without needing any recalibration.
HI9828 is also provided with a built-in 12 channel GPS receiver and antenna,
that guarantee a position accuracy of 10 m (30 ft).
Measurements from specific locations are tracked with detailed coordinate in-
formation that can be viewed immediately on the display.
GPS information can be transferred to a PC using HANNA’s HI929828 soft-
ware. GPS information can also be viewed using a GPS mapping software such
as Google™ Maps. Clicking on visited locations using a mapping software such
as Google™ Maps displays measurement information.
For measuring points within a 10 meter range or where GPS signal is not avail-
able, HI9828’s Fast Tracker™ is invaluable for associating measurements with
their locations. HANNA’s exclusive Fast Tracker™—T.I.S. (Tag ID System) moni-
tors and records data using iButton®s that can be installed at any number of
sampling sites.
HI9828 features a graphic, backlit display that automatically sizes the digits to
fit the screen and allows full configuration of each parameter measured along
with on-screen graphing capability.
Designed for outdoor environments, waterproof, resistant and easy to use, HI9828
is the ideal solution for field measurements of lakes, rivers and sea.
The meter meets IP67 standards (30 minutes immersion under 1 m of water);
the multi sensor probe can be left underwater (IP68 standard).
The setting menu can be protected by password to avoid not authorized modifi-
cations and the help function is always available to explain the selected function,
operation or message.
GOOGLE™ is a registered trademark of Google, Inc. HANNA instruments®has no affiliation with Google™, Inc.
iButton®is a registered trademark of Maxim/Dallas Semiconductor Corp.

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Main features of the HI 9828 system:
• Simultaneously displaying of up to 12 parameters
• Tracking of measurement locations with GPS (optional)
• IP67 waterproof protection for meter and IP68 for probe
• Exclusive Fast Tracker™—T.I.S. (Tag ID System)
• Graphic LCD with backlight
• Built-in barometer for DO compensation
• Quick Calibration feature
• Measurement check to eliminate any erroneous readings
• Auto recognition of pH and pH/ORP probe
• Logger function to record the data of all connected sensors
• Log-on-demand and automatic logging (up to 60,000 samples)
• Logged data can be displayed as graphs
• USB interface for PC communication
• Auto-range of EC and TDS readings
• Good Laboratory Practice feature with recording of last 5 calibrations
• Field replaceable sensors
• Meter can be powered with both alkaline and rechargeable batteries

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1.4 POWER SUPPLY
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HI9828 is supplied with 4 rechargeable C size, Ni-MH batteries.
The battery symbol on the LCD shows the remaining battery charge. When the
symbol starts blinking, batteries should be charged or replaced with new ones.
When the batteries are completely rundown the meter automatically shuts off to
avoid erroneous readings.
1.4.1 Battery Installation
Battery replacement must only take place in a
nonhazardous area.
Remove the 4 screws on the rear of the instru-
ment and insert the batteries while paying at-
tention to the correct polarity.
If using rechargeable batteries, move the switch
down toward the probe connector. Move the
switch upward for not rechargeable alkaline bat-
teries.
Not rechargeable batteries can explode or leak if attempting
to charge them with the switch set to down position.
1.4.2 Charging Batteries
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HI9828 is supplied with two cables for charging batteries: HI710045HI710045
HI710045HI710045
HI710045 and
HI710046HI710046
HI710046HI710046
HI710046.
Mains power supply
In order to charge batteries from the mains, use the HI710045HI710045
HI710045HI710045
HI710045 cable and the
supplied 12 Vdc adapter.
•With the meter OFF, disconnect the probe.
•Connect the HI710045HI710045
HI710045HI710045
HI710045 to meter connector and power adapter, then con-
nect the adapter to the mains.
•The message “Battery charging in progress”
will appear on the LCD, followed by the bat-
tery symbol.
•A complete battery charging will last about
14 hours.

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Cigarette lighter supply
To charge batteries from a vehicle cigarette lighter supply, use HI710046HI710046
HI710046HI710046
HI710046 cable.
•Simply connect the cable to the meter and to the cigarette lighter plug.
•The message “Battery charging in progress” will appear on the display, fol-
lowed by the battery symbol.
•A complete battery charging will last about 14 hours.
NoteNote
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Note Batteries can also be charged with the meter ON; if the auto-off fea-
ture is enabled, the meter turns off automatically after the set time.
1.5 PROBE DESCRIPTION & INSTALLATION
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HI9828 is supplied with a multisensor probe for dissolved oxygen, temperature,
conductivity, pH and redox measurements.
1.5.1 Sensor Description
The galvanic DO sensor allows to obtain stable readings in
a few seconds. The thin permeable membrane isolates the
sensor elements from the testing solution, but allows oxygen
to enter. Oxygen that passes through the membrane causes
a current flow, from which the oxygen concentration is de-
termined. Before installing the probe, it is necessary to acti-
vate the DO sensor; see paragraph 1.5.3 for details.
The conductivity sensor uses the 4-ring technology that al-
lows stable and linear readings without any interference in
the whole range.
The pH/ORP sensor features a glass membrane for pH read-
ings and a Pt sensor for redox measurements.
To avoid clogging problems and ensure a fast response, the
pH bulb must be kept moist at any time. Store the electrode
with a few drops of HI70300HI70300
HI70300HI70300
HI70300 storage solution in the pro-
tective cap.
The EC sensor also works as matching pin
and must be always mounted to have cor-
rect pH readings.
For correct redox measurements, the surface of the elec-
trode must be clean and smooth, and a pretreatment pro-
cedure should be performed to ensure quick response.

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Since the Pt/PtO system depends on the pH, the pretreatment of the electrode
may be determined by the pH and the redox potential values of the solution to be
measured.
As a general rule, if the ORP (mV) reading corresponding to the solution pH
value is higher than the values in the table below, an oxidizing pretreatment is
necessary; otherwise perform a reducing pretreatment.
pHpH
pHpH
pH mVmV
mVmV
mV pHpH
pHpH
pH mVmV
mVmV
mV pHpH
pHpH
pH mVmV
mVmV
mV pHpH
pHpH
pH mVmV
mVmV
mV pHpH
pHpH
pH mVmV
mVmV
mV pHpH
pHpH
pH mVmV
mVmV
mV
0990 1 920 2 860 3 800 4 740 5680
6640 7 580 8 520 9 460 10 400 11 340
12 280 13 220 14 160
For reducing pretreatment: immerse the electrode for a few minutes in HI 7091.
For oxidizing pretreatment: immerse the electrode for a few minutes in HI 7092.
1.5.2 Specifications of Sensors
HI769828-0 HI769828-1 HI769828-2 HI769828-3
Description pH pH/ORP DO EC
Measure Type pH, mV (pH) pH, mV (pH), mV DO (% sat. & conc.) EC, TDS,
resistivity, salinity
Measure Range 0.00 to 14.00 0.00 to 14.00 0.0 to 500.0 % 0.000-200.000 mS/cm
±600.0 mV (pH) ±600.0 mV (pH) 0.00 to 50.00 mg/L 0-400000 mg/L
±2000.0 mV 0 to 1.0000 MΩ•cm
0.00 to 70.00 PSU
Color Code Red Red White Blue
Materials Tip: glass (pH) Tip: glass (pH); Pt (ORP) Cat/An: Ag/Zn Rings: Stainless steel
Junction: cloth Junction: cloth Membrane: PTFE AISI 316
Body: PEI Body: PEI Body: PVC Body: PVC
Electrolyte: gel Electrolyte: gel
Reference: double Reference: double
Maintenance HI 70300 HI 70300 HI 7042S -
Solution (storage) (storage) (membrane refilling)
Dimensions 100 x 14 Ø mm 100 x 14 Ø mm 101 x 16.5 Ø mm 111 x 14 Ø mm