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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the handy type pH meter Model SK-620PHII.
- This pH meter is designed to measure hydrogen ion concentration (pH) and temperature (liquid temperature).
Do not use SK-620PHII for any other purposes.
- Read this instruction manual before using the SK-620PHII and keep it in a safe place for future references.
Important safety instructions
The SK-620PHII is not explosion-proof. Never use it for flammable materials.
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RISK OF EXPLOSION
- Do not use the pH standard solutions for any purposes other than to calibrate pH meters.
The solutions are not for drinking. Never try to drink it. If accidentally ingested, consult a doctor immediately.
- For any other inquiries, contact us or the store where you purchased the instrument.
Precautions in use
For proper use of the SK-620PHII, be sure to observe the followings:
- This is a precision instrument. Be careful not to drop or knock it.
- Operating this product outside the temperature range may result in unit malfunctions.
- Avoid using this unit in a place exposed to direct sunlight or near a heat source. Otherwise, the case may
become deformed or malfunction may be caused.
- If this instrument is left in a car in the hot summer sun, it will become extremely hot and may malfunction. Do not
leave the unit in such a place.
- If this unit is used in an environment where electrical noise is generated, the display may become unstable or
the measurement error may increase.
- Never disassemble or modify the unit. Doing so may cause malfunctions.
- Do not use this instrument outside the operating range. Doing so may cause malfunctions.
- This instrument is not waterproof. Do not place it in water or use it where it may be splashed with water.
- When used outdoors, keep the unit out of rain or water splashes. If it becomes wet, the unit may fail.
- If the unit will not be used for a long period of time, always remove the battery. Otherwise, the battery power
may be wasted and the battery fluid may leak, resulting in malfunctions.
- Do not wash or wipe this unit with alcohol, thinner, or other solvents. If the unit becomes dirty, wipe it with a
tightly-wrung towel or the like that has been dipped in warm water with a neutral detergent.
- Do not alter, pull forcibly, bend or bind the sensor probe, as doing so may cause a break in the probe. Also, do
not place heavy objects on the cord or heat it, as doing so damage the cord.
- When measuring, do not let the sensor probe come in contact with the human body.
- When the unit is used for the first time or after it has been stored for several days, the pH measurement
response may be slower. In such cases, immerse the sensor probe electrode in either the pH standard solution
or water and let it stand for one hour. For more accurate measurement, immerse it 12 hours at least in the pH 4
standard solution before use. * (Do not turn on the unit during this immersion time.)
- The sensor probe electrode of this unit may be damaged or its useful life may be shortened if it is used for
liquids such as organic solvents, oils, adhesives, strong acids (pH 0 to pH 2), strong alkalis (pH 12 to pH 14)
and surface-active agents.
- The pH reading may become unstable when pure water is measured.
- If the pH standard solution contacts the skin (hand), immediately wash the contaminated skin with running