Hanna Instruments HI84534 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
HI84534
Titratable Acidity
Minititrator & pH Meter
For Vinegar

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Thank you for choosing a Hanna Instruments product.
Please read this instruction manual carefully before using this meter.
This manual will provide you with the necessary information for correct use of this meter,
as well as a precise idea of its versatility.
If you need additional technical information, do not hesitate to e‑mail us at
[email protected] or view our worldwide contact list at www.hannainst.com.
Dear
Customer,

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION ............................................................................................... 5
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION & INTENDED USE............................................................................. 6
2.1. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION......................................................................................... 6
2.2. SIGNIFICANCE OF USE............................................................................................... 7
3. SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................. 8
4. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION................................................................................................ 10
4.1. OVERHEAD VIEW .................................................................................................... 10
4.2. REAR VIEW............................................................................................................. 10
4.3. KEYPAD DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................. 11
4.4. LCD DESCRIPTION................................................................................................... 12
4.5. DOSING PUMP........................................................................................................ 12
5. TITRATOR SETUP .............................................................................................................. 13
5.1. ELECTRODE............................................................................................................. 13
5.2. DOSING PUMP........................................................................................................ 14
6. SETUP MENU................................................................................................................... 17
6.1. CONCENTRATION UNIT ............................................................................................ 17
6.2. CALIBRATION TIMEOUT ........................................................................................... 17
6.3. pH RESOLUTION..................................................................................................... 17
6.4. TEMPERATURE UNIT ............................................................................................... 18
6.5. TIME...................................................................................................................... 18
6.6. DATE...................................................................................................................... 18
6.7. KEY BEEP............................................................................................................... 18
6.8. ERROR BEEP .......................................................................................................... 19
6.9. DECIMAL SEPARATOR .............................................................................................. 19
6.10. LCD CONTRAST...................................................................................................... 19
6.11. LCD BACKLIGHT..................................................................................................... 19
6.12. LANGUAGE ........................................................................................................... 20
6.13. TUTORIAL............................................................................................................. 20
6.14. METER INFORMATION........................................................................................... 20
6.15. RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS................................................................................. 20
7. ELECTRODE CALIBRATION.................................................................................................. 21
7.1. PREPARATION......................................................................................................... 21
7.2. CALIBRATION PROCEDURE....................................................................................... 22
7.3. ERROR AND WARNING MESSAGES............................................................................ 23

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8. PUMP CALIBRATION.......................................................................................................... 25
8.1. PREPARATION......................................................................................................... 25
8.2. PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................... 25
8.3. ERRORS AND WARNING MESSAGES.......................................................................... 26
9. TITRATION ....................................................................................................................... 27
9.1. SAMPLE PREPARATION............................................................................................ 27
9.2. PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................... 27
9.3. ERRORS AND WARNING MESSAGES.......................................................................... 29
10. pH MEASUREMENT......................................................................................................... 30
11. LOGGING........................................................................................................................ 31
11.1. TITRATOR............................................................................................................. 31
11.2. METER................................................................................................................. 32
11.3. PC INTERFACE AND DATA TRANSFER....................................................................... 33
12. TITRATOR GLP INFORMATION .......................................................................................... 34
12.1. PUMP.................................................................................................................. 34
12.2. ELECTRODE........................................................................................................... 34
13. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ............................................................................................. 35
14. ACCESSORIES................................................................................................................. 37
CERTIFICATION...................................................................................................................... 38
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USERS............................................................................................ 38
WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................... 38

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PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
1. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Remove the meter from the packing material and examine it carefully. For further assistance, please
contact your local Hanna Instruments Office or email us at [email protected].
Each HI84534 is supplied with:
• HI84534-70 Reagent kit for titratable acidity in vinegar
• HI1131B pH electrode
• HI7662-T Temperature probe
• HI7082 Electrode fill solution (30 mL)
• 100 mL beakers (2 pcs.)
• Tube set (aspiration tube with titrant bottle cap and dispensing tube with tip)
• Dosing pump valve
• 5 mL syringe
• 1 mL Plastic pipette
• Stir bar
• Power adapter
• Instrument quality certificate
• Instruction manual
Note: Save all packing material until you are sure that the instrument works correctly. Any
damaged or defective item must be returned in its original packing material with the supplied
accessories.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION & INTENDED USE
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION & INTENDED USE
The HI84534 is a low-cost, easy to use automatic minititrator and pH meter designed for the rapid
and accurate analysis of Total Titratable Acidity in Vinegar. The HI84534 minititrator is a valuable tool
because of its ability to eliminate subjective factors including color indicators, errors in mathematical
calculations or erratic titrant additions, it will quickly become a valuable acidity analysis tool of
vinegar.
The instrument employs a powerful and effective built-in algorithm to analyze the pH response to
determine the exact endpoint, and then perform the necessary calculations.
The main features of the HI84534 are:
• pH and mV meter
• A dedicated HELP key
• Titration graph is visible in the display
• Data can be stored using the log feature and then exported to a USB stick or transferred to a PC
• Log on demand for up to 400 samples (200 for titration results, 200 for mV/pH measurements)
• GLP feature, to view calibration data for pH electrode and pump
2.1. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Vinegar acidity is determined by neutralization of all available hydrogen ions present in the sample,
with a strong base solution:
H++HOH2O
In an ideal solution, the end point of an acid titration corresponds stoichiometrically to the complete
neutralization of the acids present.
The pH end point at 8.2 is automatically detected by the pH electrode. End point detection by
potentiometric method is more objective than the end point detection using color indicators. For
precise results, the sample volume, titrant volume and the titrant concentration must be known.
The HI84534 minititrator is designed to determine the acidity of vinegar. The titration is displayed in
% w/v (g/100mL) or g/L of the acetic acid.
It is important to titrate fresh samples of vinegar. For increased precision, keep the vinegar in capped
vessels (avoid prolonged exposure to air).
To maintain the high accuracy of the mini titrator requires a simple pump calibration procedure.
The pump calibration involves the analysis of a known volume of a known solution. The instrument
will perform a differential analysis to compensate for changes in the dosing system. This procedure
should be performed daily.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION & INTENDED USE
2.2. SIGNIFICANCE OF USE
Vinegar is made when acetic acid bacteria is added to an alcohol beverage such as wine. The bacteria
will eat the ethanol and produce a tart, pungent liquid know as acetic acid. The acetic acid concentration
in vinegar typically ranges from 4 to 9 % (w/v). The pH of vinegar is typically between 2.5 to 3.0,
depending on the acetic acid concentration.
Vinegar can be made out of anything that has alcohol (ethanol) in it, including wine, beer, and hard
cider. The type of vinegar depends on what liquid the ethanol has been fermented in. White vinegar is
made a vodka type liquor made from grain, while apple cider vinegar is made from apples and balsamic
vinegar is made from grape must. Outside of the United States popular vinegars include rice, coconut and
cane. Vinegars are commonly used in food preparation, medicine, agriculture and in cleaning solutions.
The titratable acidity of vinegar is determined by titrating the sample with a strong base to a fixed pH.
The end point is determined by the potentiometric input and the results are typically expressed as %
(g/100mL) or g/L acetic acid. The HI84534 minititrator method is based on the Official Methods of
Analysis of AOAC International.

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SPECIFICATIONS
3. SPECIFICATIONS
Titrator
Range 0.3 to 10.0 % w/v (g/100mL) as acetic acid
3 to 100 g/L as acetic acid
Resolution 0.1%, 1g/L
Accuracy 3% of reading or ± 0.1 % , whichever is greater
3% of reading or ± 1 g/L, whichever is greater
Sample
volume 1 mL
Titration
method Acid-base titration
Principle Fixed end point titration to pH 8.2
Pump speed 10 mL/min
Stirring speed 600 rpm
Data storage Up to 200 titrations
pH/mV meter
pH range - 2.0 to 16.0 pH, - 2.00 to 16.00 pH
pH resolution 0.1 pH, 0.01 pH
pH accuracy ± 0.01 pH
pH calibration 1, 2 or 3 calibration points;
4 available buffers (4.01, 7.01, 8.20, 10.01)
mV range -2000.0 to 2000.0 mV
mV resolution 0.1 mV
mV accuracy ± 1.0 mV
Data storage Up to 200 data points (pH or mV)
Temperature
Range -20.0 to 120.0 °C (-4.0 to 248.0 °F)
Resolution 0.1 °C
Compensation manual or automatic
Accuracy ±0.4 °C without probe error

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SPECIFICATIONS
Additional
Specifications
pH electrode HI1131B
Temperature
probe HI7662-T
Power supply 12 Vdc power adapter
Dimension 235 x 200 x 150 mm (9.2 x 7.9 x 5.9”)
Weight 1.9 kg (67.0 oz.)
Environment 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F); max 95% RH non-condensing
REQUIRED REAGENTS
Code Description
HI84534 - 50 Titratable acidity titrant
HI84534 - 55 Titratable acidity calibration standard

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
4. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
4.1. OVERHEAD VIEW
1. Titrant bottle
2. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
3. Keypad
4. Electrode holder
5. Dispensing tube
4.2. REAR VIEW
6. Temperature probe
7. pH electrode
8. Electrode holder
9. Beaker
10. Power switch
11. USB connector (PC interface)
12. USB connector (storage interface)
13. Power adapter
14. BNC electrode connector
15. Temperature connector
16. Reference connector
17. Titrant bottle
18. Syringe
19. Aspiration tube
20. Dosing pump valve
LOG
HELPCAL
STIR
ESC
MENU
HI84534 VINEGAR TITRATABLE ACIDITY
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
4.3. KEYPAD DESCRIPTION
LOG
HELPCAL
STIR
ESC
MENU
HI84534 VINEGAR TITRATABLE ACIDITY
ESC – used to leave the current screen and to return either to the previous screen or to the main
screen. In Setup, exits a parameter without changing the value.
 /  – used to modify the parameters’ values, to scroll the information displayed while viewing
a help screen or to move between the options from the instrument’s Setup
CAL – used to access the electrode and pump calibration options
HELP – used to access/exit the instrument’s contextual help
LOG – used to save the titration result or the pH/mV reading
MENU – used to enter Setup, Recall or GLP menus
STIR – used to start/stop the stirrer
Note: The stirrer starts automatically during pump calibration and titration, it cannot be stopped
by pressing STIR key.

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
4.4. LCD DESCRIPTION
During the instrument’s operation information is displayed on the LCD.
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1. Current time and instrument mode, titrator or pH meter
2. pH electrode condition
3. Instrument status
4. Virtual option keys
5. Stirrer and reading status
Stirrer on
Stirrer is not working properly
Pump running
Unstable reading
6. Main reading information
7. pH temperature compensation, ATC (automatic) or MTC (manual)
8. Temperature reading
9. Indicates the parameter can be modified
4.5. DOSING PUMP
The dosing pump is based on a valve that automatically moves the titrant between the titrant
bottle and syringe when filling the syringe and between the syringe and sample when dispensing.
A replaceable 5 mL plastic syringe is used to limit the amount of titrant used per test to ensure the
highest possible accuracy. Before a set of titrations, it is necessary to prime the dosing system.
Note: Once titrations have been completed, the dosing system should be cleaned with deionized
water using the prime feature.

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TITRATOR SETUP
5. TITRATOR SETUP
5.1. ELECTRODE
Remove the electrode protective cap.
DO NOT BE ALARMED IF ANY SALT DEPOSITS ARE PRESENT. This is normal with electrodes and they
will disappear when rinsed with distilled/deionized water.
During transport, tiny bubbles of air may have formed inside the glass bulb. The electrode cannot
function properly under these conditions. These bubbles can be removed by "shaking down" the
electrode as you would do with a glass thermometer.
If the bulb is dry, soak the electrode in HI70300 Storage Solution for at least one hour.
Storage
To assure a quick response time, the glass bulb should be kept moist and not allowed to dry out.
Replace the solution in the protective cap with a few drops of HI70300 or HI80300 storage solution.
Follow the preparation procedure section before taking measurements.
Note: Never store the pH electrode in distilled or deionized water.
Periodic Maintenance
Inspect the electrodes and the cables. The cable used for connection to the instrument must be intact
and there must be no broken insulation on the cable or cracks on the electrode stem or bulb. Connectors
must be perfectly clean and dry. If any scratches or cracks are present, replace the electrode. Rinse off
any salt deposits with distilled/deionized water.
Cleaning Procedure
Soak in Hanna HI7061 or HI8061 general cleaning solution for approximately ½ hour.
Rinse the electrode thoroughly with distilled or deionized water and soak the electrode in HI70300
or HI80300 storage solution for at least 1 hour before use. Recalibrate electrode before taking
measurements.

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TITRATOR SETUP
5.2. DOSING PUMP
Installation
To install the dosing pump follow the procedure below:
• Extend the plunger on the 5 mL syringe to its maximum volume.
• Place the syringe in the dedicated spot on the top of the meter (1).
• Position the bottom of the syringe into the holder on the pump (2). Once the syringe is in place
lower the barrel until it sits flush on the holder.
• Put the o-ring and syringe-fixing nut over the syringe (3) and turn clockwise to secure it in place (4).
• Place the valve on the top of the syringe (5). Ensure it fits securely.
• Insert the aspiration tube into the left side of the valve (6) and replace the titrant bottle cap with
the attached cap (7).
• Insert the dispensing tube into the top of the valve (8), place the dosing tip in the top of the
electrode holder.

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TITRATOR SETUP
Prime Procedure
Prime cycle should be performed:
• if you notice there is no titrant in the tip
• whenever the dosing system tubes are replaced
• whenever a new bottle of titrant is used
• before starting a pump calibration
• before starting a series of titrations
The prime cycle is used to fill the syringe before starting a set of titrations.
Two rinse cycles of the syringe are shown in the figure below. The dispensing tube is connected to the
top of the valve and the aspiration tube on the left side.
Note: The aspiration tube must be inserted in the titrant bottle. The dosing tip must be placed
over a rinse beaker. Before starting the prime procedure, make sure you are using the appropriate
titrant solution for the selected range.

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TITRATOR SETUP
• From titration mode, press Prime to prime the burette.
• Use the /keys to select the number of rinses and then press Start. A minimum of 3 rinses
is recommended to ensure all of the air bubbles have been removed.
• To stop the prime cycle press Stop. To pause the prime cycle press Pause, to continue press
Continue.
Note: The "Pump Error" message will be displayed if the pump is not working properly. Check
the tubing, valve and syringe. Press Restart to try again.

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SETUP MENU
6. SETUP MENU
The titrator’s setup menu may be accessed from the titrator or pH/mV meter by pressing the MENU
key, then Setup.
A list of setup parameters will be displayed with currently configured setting.
While in the setup menu, it is possible to modify the instrument’s operation parameters. The /
keys permit the user to scroll the setup parameters.
Press HELP to view the contextual help.
Press ESC to return to the main screen.
6.1. CONCENTRATION UNIT
Option: %AA or g/L AA
Press the corresponding virtual option key to select the concentration unit.
%AA g/100 mL Acetic Acid
g/L AA g/L Acetic Acid
6.2. CALIBRATION TIMEOUT
Option: Disabled or up to 7 days
Press Modify to access the calibration timeout screen. Use the /keys to set the number of days
before the pH calibration expired warning message is displayed. Press Select to confirm or the ESC
key to return to the setup menu without saving the changes.
6.3. pH RESOLUTION
Option: 0.1 or 0.01
Press the displayed virtual option key to select the pH resolution.

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SETUP MENU
6.4. TEMPERATURE UNIT
Option: °C, °F, K
Press the virtual option key to select the temperature unit.
6.5. TIME
Press the Modify key to change the time and time format. Press Format to switch between 12 hour
(am/pm) and 24 hour mode. Press to highlight the value to be modified. Use the /keys to
change the value. Press Accept to confirm the new value or the ESC key to return to the setup menu
without saving the changes.
6.6. DATE
Press the Modify key to change the date and date format. Press Format to cycle between the
available date formats. Press to highlight the value to be modified. Use the /keys to
change the value. Press Accept to confirm the new value or the ESC key to return to the setup menu
without saving the changes.
6.7. KEY BEEP
Option: Enable or Disable
Press the virtual option key to select the option. If enabled, a short beep will be heard every time a
key is pressed.

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SETUP MENU
6.8. ERROR BEEP
Option: Enable or Disable
Press the virtual option key to select the option. If enabled, a beep will be heard when an error occurs.
6.9. DECIMAL SEPARATOR
Option: Dot (.) or Comma (,)
Press the virtual option key to select the decimal separator. The decimal separator is used on the
measurement screen and CSV files.
6.10. LCD CONTRAST
Option: 0 to 15
Press Modify to change the display’s contrast. Use the /keys or /keys to increase or
decrease the value.
Press Accept to confirm the new value or the ESC key to return to the setup menu without saving the
changes.
6.11. LCD BACKLIGHT
Option: 0 to 15
Press Modify to change the display’s backlight. Use the /keys or /keys to increase or
decrease the value.
Press Accept to confirm the new value or the ESC key to return to the setup menu without saving the
changes.

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6.12. LANGUAGE
Press the virtual option key to change the language. If the selected language cannot be loaded, the
previously selected language will be reloaded. If no language can be loaded at startup, the instrument
will work in “safe mode”. In “safe mode” all messages are displayed in English and tutorial and help
information are not available.
6.13. TUTORIAL
Option: Enable or Disable
If enabled additional information will be displayed during the calibration and titrations.
6.14. METER INFORMATION
Press Select to view the firmware version, language version, mV factory calibration date and time
and temperature factory calibration date and time. Press the ESC key to return to the Setup mode.
6.15. RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS
Press Select to restore factory settings. Press Yes to confirm the restore process or No or the ESC key
return to the setup menu.