Hanna Instruments HI97771 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
HI97771
Free Chlorine &
Total Chlorine
Ultra High Range
Photometer

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Dear
Customer,

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION ........................................................................
2. SAFETY MEASURES......................................................................................
3. SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................................
4. ABBREVIATIONS..........................................................................................
5. DESCRIPTION..............................................................................................
5.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED USE...........................................
5.2. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION....................................................................
5.3. PRECISION AND ACCURACY....................................................................
5.4. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION.....................................................................
5.5. OPTICAL SYSTEM ..................................................................................
6. GENERAL OPERATIONS.................................................................................
6.1. METER VALIDATION: CAL CHECK / CALIBRATION ......................................
6.2. GLP .....................................................................................................
6.3. LOGGING DATA/LOG RECALL...................................................................
6.4. GENERAL SETUP...................................................................................
6.5. REAGENTS/ACCESSORIES ......................................................................
6.6. CONTEXTUAL HELP................................................................................
6.7. BATTERY MANAGEMENT........................................................................
7. PHOTOMETER..............................................................................................
7.1. METHOD SELECTION.............................................................................
7.2. COLLECTING AND MEASURING REAGENTS AND SAMPLES .........................
7.2.1. PROPER USE OF POWDER PACKET .....................................................
7.2.2. PROPER USE OF DROPPER BOTTLE ....................................................
7.3. CUVETTE PREPARATION.........................................................................
8. METHOD PROCEDURE ..................................................................................
8.1. FREE CHLORINE (POWDER REAGENT).....................................................
8.2. FREE CHLORINE (LIQUID REAGENT)........................................................
8.3. TOTAL CHLORINE UHR...........................................................................
9. ERROR DESCRIPTIONS .................................................................................
10. BATTERY REPLACEMENT .............................................................................
11. ACCESSORIES............................................................................................
11.1. REAGENT SETS ...................................................................................
11.2. OTHER ACCESSORIES..........................................................................
CERTIFICATION................................................................................................
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USERS......................................................................
WARRANTY .....................................................................................................
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1. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Remove the instrument and accessories from the packaging and examine it carefully to
make sure that no damage has occurred during shipping. Notify your nearest Hanna
Customer Service Center if damage is observed.
Each HI97771C is delivered in a rugged carrying case and is supplied with:
• Sample cuvette (2 pcs.)
• Sample cuvette cap (2 pcs.)
• Plastic stopper (2 pcs.)
• A ZERO ‑ CAL Check Cuvette A
• HI97701B ‑ CAL Check Cuvette B for Free and Total Chlorine (Powder & Liquid)
•HI97771B ‑ CAL Check Cuvette B for Total Chlorine UHR
• Cloth for wiping cuvettes
• Scissors
• 1.5V AA Alkaline batteries
• Instruction manual
• Meter quality certificate
• CAL Check standard certificate (2 pcs.)
Each HI97771 is delivered in a cardboard box and is supplied with:
• Sample cuvette (2 pcs.)
• Sample cuvette cap (2 pcs.)
• Plastic stopper (2 pcs.)
• 1.5V AA Alkaline batteries
• Instruction manual
• Meter quality certificate
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.
2. SAFETY MEASURES
• The chemicals contained in the reagent kits may be hazardous if
improperly handled.
• Read the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) before performing tests.
• Safety equipment: Wear suitable eye protection and clothing when required, and
follow instructions carefully.
• Reagent spills: If a reagent spill occurs, wipe up immediately and rinse with plenty
of water. If reagent contacts skin, rinse the affected area thoroughly with water.
Avoid breathing released vapors.
• Waste disposal: For proper disposal of reagent kits and reacted samples, contact
a licensed waste disposal provider.
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONSAFETY MEASURES

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Free Chlorine
(Powder & Liquid)
Range 0.00 to 5.00 mg/L (as Cl2)
Resolution 0.01 mg/L
Accuracy ±0.03 mg/L ±3% of reading at 25 °C
Method Adaptation of US EPA method 330.5,
DPD Colorimetric method
Total Chlorine
UHR
Range 0 to 500 mg/L (as Cl2)
Resolution 1 mg/L
Accuracy ±3 mg/L ±3% of reading at 25 °C
Method
Adaptation of Standard Methods for
Examination of Water and Wastewater,
20th edition, 4500‑Cl
Measurement
System
Light source Light Emitting Diode
Bandpass filter 525 nm
Bandpass filter
bandwidth 8 nm
Bandpass filter
wavelength accuracy ±1.0 nm
Light detector Silicon photocell
Cuvette type Round 24.6 mm diameter (22 mm inside)
Additional
Specifications
Auto logging 50 readings
Display 128 x 64 pixel B/W LCD with backlight
Auto‑off After 15 minutes of inactivity
(30 minutes before a READ measurement)
Battery type 1.5 V AA Alkaline (3 pcs.)
Battery life > 800 measurements (without backlight)
Environment 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F);
0 to 100% RH, non‑serviceable
Dimensions 142.5 x 102.5 x 50.5 mm (5.6 x 4.0 x 2.0")
Weight
(with batteries) 380 g (13.4 oz.)
Case ingress
protection rating IP67, floating case
3. SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS

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DESCRIPTION
5. DESCRIPTION
5.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED USE
The HI97771 is an auto‑diagnostic portable meter that benefits from Hanna’s years
of experience as a manufacturer of analytical instruments. It has an advanced optical
system that uses a Light Emitting Diode (LED) and a narrow band interference filter
that allows for accurate and repeatable readings.
The optical system is sealed from outside dust, dirt and water. The meter uses an
exclusive positive‑locking system to ensure that the cuvettes are placed into the holder
in the same position every time.
With the CAL Check functionality, users are able to validate the performance of the
instrument at any time and apply a user calibration (if necessary). Hanna's CAL Check
cuvettes are made with NIST traceable standards.
The built‑in tutorial mode guides users step‑by‑step through the measurement process. It
includes all steps required for sample preparation, the required reagents and quantities.
The HI97771 meter measures free chlorine (Cl2) from 0.00 to 5.00 mg/L (ppm) and
total chlorine from 0 to 500 mg/L (ppm).
The HI97771 photometer is a compact and versatile meter suitable for field or bench
measurements, featuring a:
• Sophisticated optical system
• Meter validation using certified CAL Check cuvettes
• Tutorial mode guides user step‑by‑step
• Auto logging
• Waterproof IP67, floating case
• GLP features
ABBREVIATIONS
4. ABBREVIATIONS
mg/L milligrams per liter (ppm)
mL milliliter
°C degree Celsius
°F degree Fahrenheit
LED Light Emitting Diode
EPA US Environmental Protection Agency
DPD N,N‑diethyl‑p‑phenylenediamine
HDPE High Density Polyethylene
GLP Good Laboratory Practice
NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology

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Keypad Description
The keypad contains 3 direct keys and 3 functional keys with the following functions:
Press the functional keys to perform the function displayed above them on the LCD.
Press and hold to power off/on. Press briefly to return to the previous screen.
Press to access the menu screen.
Press to display the context‑sensitive help menu.
DESCRIPTION
1) ON/OFF power button 3) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 5) Indexing mark
2) Keypad 4) Cuvette holder 6) Battery cover
5.2. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

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DESCRIPTION
5.4. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Absorption of light is a typical phenomenon of interaction between electromagnetic
radiation and matter. When a light beam crosses a substance, some of the radiation
may be absorbed by atoms, molecules or crystal lattices.
If pure absorption occurs, the fraction of light absorbed depends both on the optical
path length through the matter and on the physical‑chemical characteristics of the
substance according to the Lambert‑Beer Law:
‑log I/Io= elc d
or
A = elc d
Io= intensity of incident light beam
I = intensity of light beam after absorption
el = molar extinction coefficient at wavelength l
c = molar concentration of the substance
d = optical path through the substance
Therefore, the concentration "c" can be calculated from the absorbance of the substance
as the other factors are constant.
Photometric chemical analysis is based on specific chemical reactions between a
sample and reagent to produce a light‑absorbing compound.
5.3. PRECISION AND ACCURACY
Precision is how closely repeated
measurements are to one another.
Precision is usually expressed as
standard deviation (SD).
Accuracy is defined as the
closeness of a test result to the
true value.
Although good precision suggests
good accuracy, precise results can
be inaccurate. The figure explains
these definitions.
For each method, the accuracy is expressed in the related measurement section.

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DESCRIPTION
Instrument Block Diagram
The internal reference system (reference detector) of the HI97771 photometer
compensates for any drifts due to power fluctuations or ambient temperature changes,
providing a stable source of light for your blank (zero) measurement and sample
measurement.
LED light sources offer superior performance compared to tungsten lamps. LEDs have
a much higher luminous efficiency, providing more light while using less power. They
also produce little heat, which could otherwise affect electronic stability. LEDs are
available in a wide array of wavelengths, whereas tungsten lamps have poor blue/
violet light output.
Improved optical filters ensure greater wavelength accuracy and allow a brighter,
stronger signal to be received. The end result is higher measurement stability and less
wavelength error.
A focusing lens collects all of the light that exits the cuvette, eliminating errors from
cuvette imperfections and scratches, eliminating the need to index the cuvette.
5.5. OPTICAL SYSTEM
GENERAL OPERATIONS
6.1. METER VALIDATION: CAL CHECK / CALIBRATION
Validation of the HI97771 involves verifying the concentration of the certified CAL
Check standards. The CAL Check screen guides the user step‑by‑step through the
validation process and user calibration (if necessary).
WARNING: Do not use any solutions/standards other than the Hanna®CAL Check
Standards. For accurate validation and calibration results, please perform these at
room temperature (18 to 25 °C; 64.5 to 77.0 °F).
Note: CAL Check Standards will not read the specified value in measurement mode.
Protect the CAL Check cuvettes from direct sunlight by keeping them in the original
packing. Store between +5 °C and +30 °C (41 - 86 °F), do not freeze.
6. GENERAL OPERATIONS

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GENERAL OPERATIONS
To perform a CAL Check:
1. Press the key to enter menu. Use the 
keys to select CAL Check / Calibration and
press Select.
The “Not Available“ message or the date/time
and status of the last CAL Check will be displayed
on the screen.
Note: CAL Check / Calibration is for the selected method.
2. Press the Check key to start a new CAL Check.
Press the key at any time to abort the
validation process.
3. Use the keys to enter the certificate value
of the calibration standard found on the CAL Check
Standard Certificate. Press Next to continue.
Note: This value will be saved in the instrument
for future validation. If a new set of calibration
standards is obtained please update the certificate value.
4. Insert the A ZERO CAL Check Cuvette A then press
Next to continue. The “Please Wait...“ message
will be displayed during the measurement.
5. Insert the CAL Check B Cuvette for the selected method (HI97701B for Free and
Total Chlorine or HI97771B for Total Chlorine Ultra High Range) then press Next to
continue. The “Please Wait...“ message will be displayed during the measurement.
6. When the CAL Check is complete the display will show one of the following
messages and the value obtained during the measurement:
‑ “PASSED“: The measured value is within the accuracy specification, no user
calibration is required.

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GENERAL OPERATIONS
6.3. LOGGING DATA/LOG RECALL
The instrument features a data autolog function to help users track of all measurements.
Every time a measurement is made the data is automatically saved. The data log can
hold 50 individual measurements. When the data log is full (50 data points), the meter
will rewrite the oldest data point.
Viewing and deleting the data is possible using the Log Recall menu.
Press the key to enter the menu. Use the functional keys to select Log
Recall and press Select.
6.2. GLP
Press the key to enter the menu. Use the 
keys to select GLP and press Select. Good Laboratory
Practice (GLP) shows the date and time of the last
user calibration (if available) or factory calibration. To
erase the last user calibration and to clear the CAL Check press Clear and follow the
prompts. Press Yes to erase and return to the factory calibration data or No to exit the
clear procedure.
‑ “OUT OF SPECIFICATION“: A user calibration is not allowed, the measured value is
outside of the tolerance window. Check the certified value, expiration date and clean
the outside of the cuvette. Repeat the CAL Check procedure. If this error continues
contact your nearest Hanna Customer Service Center.
‑ “OUT OF SPECIFICATION“ and the Calibration key is available: The measured
value is near the expected value. To update the user calibration press Calibrate.
Press Accept to confirm or Cancel to return to the previous screen.

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Backlight
Values: 0 to 100 %
Press the Modify key to access the backlight intensity.
Use the keys to increase or decrease the value.
Press the Accept key to confirm or the key to
return to the Setup menu without saving the new
value.
GENERAL OPERATIONS
Contrast
Values: 0 to 100 %
Press the Modify key to change the display’s contrast.
Use the keys to increase or decrease the value.
Press the Accept key to confirm the value or the
key to return to the Setup menu without saving the
new value.
6.4. GENERAL SETUP
Press the key to enter the menu. Use the keys to select Setup and press
Select. Use the keys to highlight desired option.
Press No or the key to return to the previous screen.
Press Yes to delete selected log.
Press Del All to erase all the logged data.
If Del All is pressed follow the prompt to confirm.
Press Yes to delete all logged data, No or the key to return to the log recall.
Use the functional keys to highlight a log and press Info to view additional
information about the log. From this screen the Next and Previous keys can be used
to view other logs.
Use the Delete key to erase logged data. After pressing Delete a prompt on display
is asking for confirmation.

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Date / Time
Press the Modify key to change the date/time.
Press the keys to highlight the value to be
modified (year, month, day, hour, minute or second).
Press Edit to modify the highlighted value. Use the
keys to change the value.
Language
Press the Modify key to change the Language. Use
the keys to select the desired language.
Press Accept to choose one of the languages installed.
Date Format
Press the Modify key to change the date format.
Use the keys to select the desired format.
Press the Accept key to confirm or the key to
return to the Setup menu without saving the new
format.
Time Format
Option: AM/PM or 24-hour Press the functional key
to select the desired time format.
GENERAL OPERATIONS
Decimal Separator
Option: Comma ( , ) or Period ( . )
Press the functional key to select the desired decimal
separator. The decimal separator is used on the
measurement screen.
Press the Accept key to confirm or the key to
return to the previous screen.

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Meter Information
Press the Select key to view the model, serial number,
firmware version and selected language. Press the
key to return to the Setup menu.
Restore factory settings
Press the Select key to reset to factory settings.
Press Accept to confirm or Cancel to exit without
restoring the factory settings.
GENERAL OPERATIONS
6.5. REAGENTS/ACCESSORIES
Press the key to enter the menu. Use the 
keys to select Reagents/Accessories and press
Select to access a list of reagents and accessories. To
exit press the key.
Beeper
Option: Enable or Disable
When enabled, a short beep is heard every time a
key is pressed. A long beep alert sounds when the
pressed key is not active or an error is detected. Press
the functional key to enable/disable the beeper.
Tutorial
Option: Enable or Disable
When enabled, the user will be guided step‑by‑step
through the measurement procedure.

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GENERAL OPERATIONS
6.7. BATTERY MANAGEMENT
The meter will perform an auto‑diagnostic test when it is powered on. During this test,
the Hanna®logo will appear on the LCD. After 5 seconds, if the test was successful,
the last method selected will appear on the display. The battery icon on the LCD will
indicate the battery status:
‑ battery full
‑ battery below 10%, replace the batteries soon
‑ battery is low, replace the batteries with new ones
To conserve battery, the meter will turn off automatically after 15 minutes of
inactivity. If a zero reading has been done but not a read, auto‑off time is increased
to 30 minutes.
6.6. CONTEXTUAL HELP
The HI97771 offers an interactive contextual help
mode that assists the user at any time.
To access the help screen press the key.
The instrument will display additional information
related to the current screen. To read all the available information, scroll the text using
the keys.
To exit help mode press the or the key and the meter will return to the
previous screen.

7.2.2. PROPER USE OF DROPPER BOTTLE
(a) For reproducible results, tap the dropper on the table several times and wipe the
outside of the tip with a cloth.
(b) Always keep the dropper bottle in a vertical position while dosing the reagent.
7.3. CUVETTE PREPARATION
Proper mixing is very important for reproducibility of the measurements. The proper
mixing technique for each method is listed in the method procedure.
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PHOTOMETER
7. PHOTOMETER
7.1. METHOD SELECTION
Press Methods when in measurement mode
to access the list of methods. Use the 
keys to highlight the desired method then press
Select.
The selected method will be saved when the instrument is powered off.
7.2. COLLECTING AND MEASURING REAGENTS AND SAMPLES
7.2.1. PROPER USE OF POWDER PACKET
(a) Use scissors to open the powder packet
(b) Push the edges of the packet to form a spout
(c) Pour out the content of the packet.

(a) Invert the cuvette a couple of times or for a specified time: hold the cuvette
in the vertical position. Turn the cuvette upside‑down and wait for all
of the solution to flow to the cap end, then return the cuvette to the upright
vertical position and wait for all of the solution to flow to the cuvette
bottom. This is one inversion. The correct speed for this mixing technique is
10‑15 complete inversions in 30 seconds.
This mixing technique is indicated with “invert to mix” and the following icon:
(b) Shaking the cuvette, moving the cuvette up and down. The movement may be
gentle or vigorous. This mixing method is indicated with “shake gently” and one
of the following icons:
In order to avoid reagent leaking and to obtain more accurate
measurements, close the cuvette first with the supplied HDPE plastic
stopper and then the black cap.
Whenever the cuvette is placed into the measurement holder, it must be
dry outside and free of fingerprints, oil or dirt. Wipe it thoroughly with
HI731318 or a lint‑free cloth prior to insertion.
Shaking the cuvette can generate bubbles in the sample, 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. For best accuracy, respect the timings
described in each specific method.
It is possible to take multiple readings in a row, but it is
recommended to take a new zero reading for each sample
and to use the same cuvette for zeroing and measurement
when possible.
Discard the sample immediately after the reading has been taken, or the glass might
become permanently stained.
All the reaction times reported in this manual are at 25 °C (77 °F). In general, the
reaction time should be increased for temperatures lower than 20 °C (68 °F), and
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8. METHOD PROCEDURE
8.1. FREE CHLORINE (POWDER REAGENT)
REQUIRED REAGENTS
Code Description Quantity
HI93701‑0 Free Chlorine Reagent 1 packet
REAGENT SETS
HI93701‑01 Free Chlorine Reagent ‑ 100 tests
HI93701‑03 Free Chlorine Reagent ‑ 300 tests
For other accessories see page 25.
MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
• Select the Free Chlorine (Powder) method using the procedure described in the
Method Selection section (see page 16).
Note: If tutorial mode is disabled follow the measurement procedure below. If the
tutorial mode is enabled, press Measure and follow the messages on the screen.
• Fill the cuvette with 10 mL of unreacted sample (up to
the mark). Replace the plastic stopper and the cap.
• Insert the cuvette into the holder and ensure that the
notch on the cap is positioned securely in the groove.
• Press the Zero key. The display will show “-0.0-” when the meter is zeroed and
ready for measurement.
10 mL
FREE CHLORINE (POWDER REAGENT)

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FREE CHLORINE (POWDER REAGENT)
• Remove the cuvette.
• Add the content of one packet of HI93701‑0
Free Chlorine Reagent. Replace the plastic
stopper and the cap. Shake gently for
20 seconds.
• Insert the cuvette into the holder and ensure that the
notch on the cap is positioned securely in the groove.
• Press the Read key and the display will show a 1 minute countdown prior to the
measurement. To skip the timer press Read twice.When the timer ends the meter
will perform the reading. The instrument displays the results in mg/L of chlorine
(Cl2).
INTERFERENCES
Interference may be caused by:
Bromine, Iodine, Ozone, Oxidized forms of Chromium and Manganese. In case of water
with hardness greater than 500 mg/L CaCO3, shake the sample for approximately
2 minutes after adding the powder reagent.
If the water used for this procedure has an alkalinity value greater than 250 mg/L
CaCO3or acidity value greater than 150 mg/L CaCO3, the color of the sample may
develop only partially, or may rapidly fade. To resolve this, neutralize the sample with
diluted HCl or NaOH.

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8.2. FREE CHLORINE (LIQUID REAGENT)
REQUIRED REAGENTS
Code Description Quantity
HI93701A‑F Free Chlorine Reagent A 3 drops
HI93701B‑F Free Chlorine Reagent B 3 drops
REAGENT SETS
HI93701‑F Free Chlorine Reagent ‑ 300 tests
For other accessories see page 25.
MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
• Select the Free Chlorine (Liquid) method using the procedure described in the
Method Selection section (see page 16).
Note: If tutorial mode is disabled follow the
measurement procedure below. If the tutorial mode is
enabled, press Measure and follow the messages on
the screen.
• Fill the cuvette with 10 mL of unreacted sample (up to
the mark). Replace the plastic stopper and the cap.
• Insert the cuvette into the holder and ensure that the
notch on the cap is positioned securely in the groove.
• Press the Zero key. The display will show “-0.0-” when the meter is zeroed and
ready for measurement.
• Remove the cuvette.
• To an empty cuvette add 3 drops of
HI93701A‑F Free Chlorine Reagent A and
3 drops of HI93701B‑F Free Chlorine
Reagent B.
10 mL
FREE CHLORINE (LIQUID REAGENT)