Metrohm 6.02101.020 User manual

Measuring Module Conductivity
6.02101.020
Product manual
8.0108.8020EN / 2022-01-12

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Measuring Module Conductivity
6.02101.020
Product manual
8.0108.8020EN /
2022-01-12

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CH-9100 Herisau
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manufacturer for resulting damage and its consequences. Instructions and
notes in the Metrohm product documentation must be strictly followed.
Otherwise, Metrohm's liability is excluded.

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Measuring Module Conductivity ￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭ III
Table of contents
1 Overview 1
1.1 Measuring Module Conductivity – Product description .... 1
1.2 Measuring Module Conductivity – Product versions ......... 1
1.3 Symbols and conventions .................................................... 2
1.4 Further information .............................................................. 2
1.5 Accessories ............................................................................ 2
2 Safety 4
2.1 Measuring Module Conductivity – Intended use ............... 4
2.2 Responsibility of the operator ............................................. 4
2.3 Requirements for operating personnel ............................... 5
2.4 Safety instructions ................................................................ 5
2.4.1 Danger from electrical potential ............................................... 5
2.4.2 Danger from biological and chemical hazardous substances ..... 5
2.4.3 Danger from highly flammable substances ............................... 6
2.5 Design of warning messages ............................................... 6
2.6 Meaning of warning signs ................................................... 7
3 Functional description 9
3.1 Measuring Module Conductivity – Overview ..................... 9
3.2 System – Signals ................................................................. 10
4 Delivery and packaging 11
4.1 Delivery ................................................................................ 11
4.2 Packaging ............................................................................ 11
5 After installation 12
5.1 Mounting the measuring module ..................................... 12
5.2 Connecting the sensor ....................................................... 15
6 Operation and control 16
6.1 Operation ............................................................................ 16
7 Maintenance 17
7.1 Maintenance ....................................................................... 17
7.2 Cleaning the product surface ............................................ 17

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8 Troubleshooting 19
9 Disposal 20
10 Technical specifications 21
10.1 Ambient conditions ............................................................ 21
10.2 Measuring module – Energy supply .................................. 21
10.3 Measuring module – Dimensions ...................................... 21
10.4 Measuring module – Housing ............................................ 22
10.5 Measuring Module Conductivity – Connector specifica-
tions ..................................................................................... 22
10.6 Measuring Module Conductivity – Display specifica-
tions ..................................................................................... 22
10.7 Measuring Module Conductivity – Measurement speci-
fications ............................................................................... 23

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1 Overview
1.1 Measuring Module Conductivity – Product descrip-
tion
The Measuring Module Conductivity is used as a measuring input for con-
ductivity measuring cells on an OMNIS Titrator or an OMNIS Titration
Module. The Measuring Module Conductivity enables you to carry out
conductivity measurements and conductivity titrations.
1.2 Measuring Module Conductivity – Product versions
The product is available in the following versions:
Table 1 Product versions
Article number Designation
6.02101.020 Measuring Module Conductivity
The article number and serial number for identifying the product can be
found on the type plate:
1(01) = Article number in accordance
with GS1 standard
2(21) = Serial number
3(240) = Metrohm article number 4Certification
5Certification 6Technical specifications

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1.3 Symbols and conventions
The following formatting may appear in the documentation:
Cross-reference to figure legend
The first number refers to the figure number. The
second number refers to the product part in the fig-
ure.
Instruction step
Numbers indicate the order of the instructions steps.
Method Names of parameters, menu items, tabs and dialogs
File ▶ New Menu path
[Continue] Button or key
1.4 Further information
The Metrohm Knowledge Base https://guide.metrohm.com always pro-
vides the current version of this document. Further instructions, leaflets,
release notes etc. may be available, depending on the product. You can
directly access the required information or the associated PDF document
using the full-text search function and filters.
1.5 Accessories
Up-to-date information on the scope of delivery and on optional accesso-
ries can be found on the Metrohm website. Download this information as
follows:
Downloading the accessories list
1Go to https://www.metrohm.com.
2Enter the article number of the product (e.g. 2.1001.0010) into the
search field.
The search result is displayed.
3Click on the product.
Detailed information regarding the product is shown on various tabs.

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4On the Included parts tab, click the link to download the PDF.
The PDF file with the accessories data is loaded.
Metrohm recommends downloading the accessories list from the
Internet and keeping it for reference purposes.

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2.1 Measuring Module Conductivity – Intended use
The Measuring Module Conductivity can only be used in conjunction with
OMNIS instruments. The Measuring Module Conductivity is used as a
measuring input for conductivity measuring cells on an OMNIS Titrator or
an OMNIS Titration Module. The Measuring Module Conductivity enables
you to carry out conductivity measurements and conductivity titrations.
See also
Ambient conditions (chapter 10.1, page 21)
Measuring Module Conductivity – Measurement specifications (chapter
10.7, page 23)
2.2 Responsibility of the operator
The operator must ensure that basic regulations on occupational safety
and accident prevention in chemical laboratories are observed. The opera-
tor has the following responsibilities:
￭Instruct personnel in the safe handling of the product.
￭Train personnel in the use of the product according to the user docu-
mentation (e.g. install, operate, clean, eliminate faults).
￭Train staff on basic occupational safety and accident prevention regula-
tions.
￭Provide personal protective equipment (e.g. protective glasses, gloves).
￭Provide suitable tools and equipment to carry out the work safely.
The product may be used only when it is in perfect condition. The follow-
ing measures are required to ensure the safe operation of the product:
￭Check the condition of the product before use.
￭Remedy defects and malfunctions immediately.
￭Maintain and clean the product regularly.

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2.3 Requirements for operating personnel
Only qualified personnel may operate the product. Qualified personnel are
persons who meet the following requirements:
￭Basic regulations on occupational safety and accident prevention for
chemical laboratories are known and complied with.
￭Knowledge of handling hazardous chemicals is present. Personnel have
the ability to recognize and avoid potential dangers.
￭Knowledge regarding the application of fire prevention measures for
laboratories is available.
￭Safety-relevant information is communicated and understood. The per-
sonnel can operate the product safely.
￭The user documentation has been read and understood. The personnel
operate the product according to the instructions in the user documen-
tation.
2.4 Safety instructions
2.4.1 Danger from electrical potential
Contact with electrical potential can cause serious injuries or death. To
avoid danger from electrical potential, observe the following:
￭Operate the product only if it is in perfect condition. The housing must
also be intact.
￭Only use the product with the covers fitted. If covers are damaged or
missing, disconnect the product from the energy supply and contact
the regional Metrohm service representative.
￭Protect live components (e.g. power supply unit, power cord, connec-
tion sockets) against moisture.
￭Always have maintenance work and repairs on electrical components
carried out by a regional Metrohm service representative.
￭Disconnect the product from the energy supply immediately if at least
one of the following cases occurs:
– The housing is damaged or open.
– Live parts are damaged.
– Moisture penetrates.
2.4.2 Danger from biological and chemical hazardous substances
Contact with biological hazardous substances may cause poisoning from
toxins or infections from microorganisms. Contact with aggressive chemi-
cal substances may cause poisoning or chemical burns. To avoid danger
from biological or chemical hazardous substances, observe the following:

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￭Label the product according to regulations if it is used for substances
that have a potential for chemical hazards and are generally subject to
the Hazardous Substances Ordinance.
￭Wear personal protective equipment (e.g. protective glasses, gloves).
￭Use exhaust equipment when working with vaporizing hazardous sub-
stances.
￭Dispose of hazardous substances in accordance with regulations.
￭Clean and disinfect contaminated surfaces.
￭Only use detergents that do not cause any unwanted side reactions
with the materials to be cleaned.
￭Dispose of chemically contaminated materials (e.g. cleaning material) in
accordance with regulations.
￭Proceed as follows in case of a return shipment to Metrohm AG or a
regional Metrohm representative:
– Decontaminate the product or product component.
– Remove the labeling for hazardous substances.
– Create a declaration of decontamination and enclose it with the
product.
2.4.3 Danger from highly flammable substances
Using highly flammable substances or gases may cause fires or explosions.
To avoid danger from highly flammable substances, observe the following:
￭Avoid ignition sources.
￭Use protective grounding.
￭Use exhaust equipment.
2.5 Design of warning messages
There are 4 hazard levels for warning messages. The following signal
words are used for classifying the hazard levels in warning messages:
￭DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in serious injury or death.
￭WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death.
￭CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
￭NOTICE indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in property damage.
Warning messages differ in design (color and warning sign) depending on
the hazard level:

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DANGER
Type and source of danger
Consequences when not observing the notice: An irreversible injury
that may result in death is very probable.
￭Measures to avoid the danger
WARNING
Type or source of danger
Consequences when not observing the notice: A serious injury that
may result in death is probable.
￭Measures to avoid the danger
CAUTION
Type or source of danger
Consequences when not observing the notice: A minor to moderate
injury is probable.
￭Measures to avoid the danger
2.6 Meaning of warning signs
This documentation uses the following warning signs:
Table 2 Warning sign according to ISO 7010
Warning sign Meaning
General warning sign
Warning of electrical voltage
Warning of hand injuries
Warning of sharp object
Warning of hot surface
Warning of biological hazard
Warning of toxic materials

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Warning sign Meaning
Warning of flammable materials
Warning of corrosive substances
Warning of optical radiation
Warning of laser beams
Depending on the intended use of the product, the corresponding warn-
ing sign stickers must be placed on the product.

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3 Functional description
3.1 Measuring Module Conductivity – Overview
Figure 1 Measuring Module Conductivity – Overview
1Fastening screws 2Measuring input
For conductivity measuring cell (see Measur-
ing Module Conductivity – Connector speci-
fications, page 22)
3Status display
LED (green-red)
Various conductivity measuring cells with integrated temperature sensor
can be connected to the measuring input of the Measuring Module Con-
ductivity, see Electrode finder. Conductivity measuring cells with banana
plugs can be connected via the adapter box (6.2103.160).

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3.2 System – Signals
System components with status indicators show their operating status
with colors and/or flashing patterns. The meaning of the colors and flash-
ing patterns is explained in the following table.
Visual signal Meaning
LED lights up yellow. System start or initialization
LED flashes yellow (slowly). Ready for connection setup or
locking
LED flashes yellow (fast). Connection setup started or
locking underway
LED lights up green. Ready for operation
LED flashes green (slowly). In operation
LED flashes red (fast). Malfunction or error
Some system components only use part of the explained flashing patterns.

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4 Delivery and packaging
4.1 Delivery
Inspect the delivery immediately upon receipt:
￭Check the delivery against the delivery note to ensure completeness.
￭Check the product for damage.
￭If the delivery is incomplete or damaged, contact your regional Met-
rohm representative.
4.2 Packaging
The product and accessories are supplied in protective special packaging.
Keep this packaging to ensure safe transportation of the product. If a
transport locking device is present, keep this as well for future reuse.

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5 After installation
5.1 Mounting the measuring module
The measuring module is supplied with mounted fastening screws. These
fastening screws are used to secure the measuring module in the instru-
ment to ensure trouble-free operation.
1Opening the lid
￭Open the lid.
2Removing the side parts
Carry out the following steps on both sides of the instrument.
￭Remove the 2 screws from above using the hex key.

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￭Push the side covering upwards until it can be removed from the
side.
￭Remove the side covering to the side.
3Removing the fastening screws
￭Remove the 2 fastening screws from the measuring module using
the hex key.
4Inserting the measuring module
￭Insert the measuring module into an empty slot.
The slots are designated with 1 (rear) and 2 (front).

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5Attaching the measuring module
￭Insert the fastening screws. Tighten the measuring module to the
housing from both sides using the hex key.
6Mounting the side parts
Carry out the following steps on both sides of the instrument.
￭Position the side covering from the side in an elevated position.
￭Insert the side covering into the guide rail and push it downwards.
￭Insert the 2 screws and tighten them from above using the hex
key.