SBS SBS-2003 User manual

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SBS-2003 INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
SBS-2003
99 Washington Street
Melrose, MA 02176
Phone [phone]
Toll Free 1-800-517-8431

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Precautions
Please read before use.
Warning!
• When measuring toxic substances, be well aware of its
properties and put on protective gloves, goggles, etc.
• The electrolyte contains sulfuric acid and is toxic. Burns
may occur if contact is made on the skin or clothes.
Blindness may occur if contact is made to the eyes. Always
wear protective glasses and rubber gloves. If the electrolyte
is splashed onto the skin or clothing, rinse with sufficient
amounts of cold water. If it gets into the eyes, flush with
cold, clean water for a minimum of 15 minutes and seek
immediate medical attention.
Thank you for purchasing the SBS-2003 Digital Hydrometer.
Please read and follow the below instructions carefully.
Caution!
• Care should be taken to avoid damage to the prism. Use soft tissue
paper when wiping the prism surface to avoid scratching. Never use
any metal tools or abrasive materials on the prism.
• The instrument is designed to measure the electrolyte solution of lead
acid batteries. Do not use for the measurement of other electrolyte
solutions such as in alkaline batteries. (i.e., NiCd, LIOH, NMH)
• Remove the battery from the instrument before storing for long periods
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Note
• Read this manual carefully to understand the operation and functions of the instrument.
• Make sure that the instrument is calibrated correctly by zero-setting daily before taking
measurements.
• Handle the product with care. Do not drop the instrument or expose it to a strong shock.
• SBS will not be held liable for any damages or injury resulting from any improper or
unintended use of the instrument.
• SBS will not be held liable for any damages or injury resulting from the qualities and
characteristics of samples measured with this instrument.
Attention to the following note is needed during measurement when the
temperature of the electrolyte varies greatly from the ambient temperature:
The SBS-2003 compensates for the temperature of the sample automatically
by detecting the temperature on the prism in the Sample Chamber. If the
temperature of the sample is different from the prism temperature, wait
approximately 3 seconds for every 1°C℃ (2°F) of the difference between
temperatures before pressing the START key. (If very large differences in
temperatures are suspected, allow time for the sample to warm the prism
before pressing the START key.)
Note about Temperature
ERRATIC READINGS OR ERRORS
When the SBS-2003 seems to be malfunctioning or out of order, check the battery
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Table of Contents
Unpacking℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃ 4
Names and Functions of Parts℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃ 4
Inserting Sample Tube℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃ 6
Attaching Wrist Strap 7
Inserting Battery 8
Zero-setting 10
Measuring Sample 12
Temperature 14
Settings Menu℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃ 15
Bluetooth Data Logging 17
Alternate Method of Bluetooth Data Transfer 26
Error Messages 29
Maintenance 31
Troubleshooting℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃ 34
Specifications℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃ 37
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(Figure 1 and 2 next page)
1. LCD indicator
Measurement values, prism temperature (°F or °C), memory count and menu item are digitally
displayed.
2. SELECT key
Press to move the triangular pointer to indicate between “S.G.(Specific Gravity)”, “Temp.
(temperature)” and “Count.” This button also scrolls through the menu items when in the
menu.
3. ZERO key
Press to zero-set the instrument.
4. START/OFF key
Press to take a measurement. Hold it down for 2 seconds to turn off the instrument. In the
menu pressing the START performs that menu item.
5. Battery cover
Open the lid to insert/remove the battery.
6. Tube pump
Squeeze the pump to create a vacuum and then release to draw a sample into the sample
chamber through the sample tube.
7. Sample chamber hook
Used to hold the sample chamber in place.
2. Names and Functions of Parts
• ℃SBS-2003 (main unit)℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃ (1)
• ℃Sample tubes℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃ (3)
• ℃Sample tube caps (℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃3)
•℃9V 006P Alkaline battery (℃℃℃℃℃1)
• ℃Wrist strap ℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃℃(1)
• ℃Instruction manual (this booklet)℃℃ (1)
• 3" Software CD SBS-2003 (1)
Make sure that all of the following items are included.
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8. Sample chamber
Samples come in contact with the prism and are measured.
9. Sample tube
Sample is drawn through the sample tube.
10. Sample tube cap
Used to protect the tip of the sample tube.
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The sample tubes come detached from the main unit.
Follow the instructions below to attach them.
(1) Push the sample tube into the
hole located at the bottom of the
sample chamber until it stops.
(Figure 3)
(2) Fit the sample tube into the
groove on the side by pushing it in
with the thumb.(Figure 4)
3. Inserting Sample Tube
Figure 3
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Follow the instructions below to attach the included wrist strap. Use the strap to
prevent dropping the instrument as shown on the front cover of this manual.
(2) Loop the strap through the strap adjuster
buckle. (Figure 6)
(1) Put the strap through the rectangular
opening at the bottom of the instrument.
(Figure 5)
4. Attaching Wrist Strap
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5. Inserting Battery
(1) Turn the screw on the battery cover
lid counterclockwise with screwdriver
until the slot is aligned with the “OPEN”
position marker. (Figure 7)
Warning!
• Do not touch the battery with wet fingers to avoid shock.
Caution!
• Insert the battery with the correct polarity (plus + and
minus ℃terminals). Operating with a battery with incorrect
polarity may cause a failure of the instrument.
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Note: Have a replacement battery ready
at all times. The remaining life of the
battery included with the instrument may
be shorter than expected.
(2) Insert the battery with the correct polarity.
(Figure 8)
•The SBS-2003 does not have a power switch. Once the battery is
inserted the electric circuit of the SBS-2003 is on. Remove the battery
from the instrument before putting it into long-term storage.
• Any generic 9V battery can be used.
• Always zero-set the instrument after the battery is replaced.
• When the voltage of the battery is low, replace with a new one.
(3) Close the lid and turn the screw clockwise until the
slot is aligned with the “CLOSE” position marker.
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Note: Confirm that the sample chamber
is completely filled with water. If any air
bubbles are present, pump water again.
1. Remove the sample tube cap.
2. Have distilled or de-ionized water ready.
3. Press the START key to turn on the SBS-
2003, then press the SELECT key to
move the triangular pointer to “Temp.” or
“S.G.”(Figure 9)
4. Submerge the tip of the sample tube in
water. Squeeze and then release the tube
pump. Water is drawn up into the sample
chamber. (Figure 10)
6. Zero-setting
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Caution!
• The SBS-2003 needs to be zero-set at the
beginning of each day. Moreover, each time the
ambient temperature changes while in use, it
needs to be zero-set.
• Zero-setting is also needed whenever the
battery is replaced.
•Allow 30 to 60 minutes for the instrument to be
acclimated to the ambient temperature.
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(5) Press the ZERO key. “000” blinks 3 times,
and “000” is displayed. (Figure 11)
(6) Zero-setting is now completed. Squeeze and
release the pump several times to empty the
sample chamber. (Figure 12)
℃The instrument will retain zero calibration until th
battery runs out or is removed.
℃Allow the instrument to acclimatize to the ambien
temperature before taking measurements.
℃Zero-setting can be performed anytime.
℃Use distilled or de-ionized water for zero-setting.
℃The water used for zero-setting should be at th
ambient temperature where the readings will b
taken.
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7. Measuring Sample
(1) Press the START key to turn on the
SBS-2003, and then press the SELECT
key to move the triangular pointer to
“Temp.” or “S.G.” (Figure 13)
(2) Submerge the tip of the sample tube
into the electrolyte sample. Squeeze and
then release the tube pump a few times to
draw the sample into the sample chamber.
Once the sample is drawn into the unit,
drain it completely, and then refill the
sample into the unit again. This process
will help prevent erroneous readings
resulting from cross contamination with
the previous sample measured. (Figure 14)
Caution!
• To avoid accidental exposure to harmful
chemicals, always wear protective
equipment, such as gloves, eye protection
and/or a face-shield. Understand the
properties and toxicity of the chemical
being handled as well as safe evacuation
or decontamination procedures in case of
emergency.
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(3) Press the START key to take a
measurement. The triangular pointer blinks
3 times, and then the measurement value is
displayed. (Figure 15)
* The value stays displayed for about 1 minute.
Hold down the START key for more than 2
seconds to turn the display off.
(4) Before storing the SBS-2003, squeeze
and release the tube pump several times to
drain the sample electrolyte from the sample
chamber. Then, repeat filling and draining the
sample chamber several times with water. Drain
the water well before storing. (Figure 16)
• ℃Any sample left in the sample chamber will
leave residue on the prism, which may cause
erroneous readings. To clean the prism surface,
use a soft tissue soaked with ethyl or isopropyl
alcohol. If electrolyte is left in the sample
chamber for a long period of time, corrosion
of the prism occurs and will cause permanent
damage to the instrument.
• ℃The sample chamber should be shaded when
taking measurements. Erroneous measurements
may result if the sample chamber is exposed to
too much external light.
• ℃When sample liquid cannot be removed from
the sample tube by operating the tube pump,
apply tissue paper to the tip of the sample tube,
and manually clean it up. (NOTE: Even a small
amount of sample electrolyte remaining in the
sample tube can affect the measurement value
of consecutive sample measurements.)
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To display the current temperature, press the
SELECT key to move the triangular pointer to
point to “Temp.” (Figure 17)
To switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit, see
settings menu (see page. 16).
8. Temperature Figure 17
Note: The temperature indicated is the
temperature of the sample chamber, not
necessarily the temperature of the sample itself.
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Press the SELECT key to move the triangular
pointer to point to Count. Hold down the
SELECT key for at least 2 seconds to enter
the settings menu, and [CAn] will appear.
Every time the SELECT key is pressed,
the menu item displayed will scroll in the
following order:
[CAn] > [Snd] > [dEL] > [C-F] > [End] >
[bLt] > …(Repeat).
(1) [CAn]: Delete the last stored measurement
Press the START key while [CAn] is displayed to delete the last measurement reading. The screen
will return to [CAn] after deletion.
(2) [Snd]: Send the data
(SEE SUPPLEMENTAL DATA TRANSFER INSTRUCTIONS.)
Press the START key while [Snd] is displayed, and prepare the PC’s Bluetooth connection. Once
the PC is ready, press the START button to connect the unit to the PC.
A dash will appear on the right side and start to shift to the left side ([ -] > [ - ] > [- ]), and
data transfer begins. The counter value is displayed in the meantime. Once data transfer is
completed, the screen will return to the menu. Check the PC to make sure that all the data have
been imported.
If connection fails 1 minute after the dash started shifting ([ -] > [ - ] > [- ]), the “Err”
message will appear, and the screen will return to the [Snd] display. To cancel the transfer, press
the SELECT key while the dash is displayed.
9. Settings Menu
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(3) [dEL]: Delete all the data
Hold down the START key for at least 2
seconds while [dEL] is displayed. [dEL] will
blink 3 times, and all the stored data will be
deleted.
(4) [C-F]: Switch between Celsius and
Fahrenheit
Press the START key while [C-F] is
displayed. Press the SELECT key to toggle
back and forth between Celsius and
Fahrenheit, and press the START key to
confirm your selection. Press the SELECT key
to cancel.
(5) [End]: Exit the Bluetooth menu.
Press the START key while [End] is displayed.
The screen will return to the count value.
(6) [bLt]: Reset the Bluetooth settings to
factory defaults.
Press the START key while [bLt] is displayed.
“Int” will blink, and the Bluetooth will be
reverted to factory settings. If the factory
reset fails, “Err” will appear. [bLt] will appear
once the reset is complete.
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10 Transferring Data from the SBS-2003
Included with your SBS-2003 Digital Hydrometer is a miniature CD which will contain a
copy of the user manual as well as a copy of a Macro enabled worksheet which has been
programmed to receive the Bluetooth data transmitted from the SBS-2003.
The file is in a template format to prevent overwriting of the code and after each download
from the SBS-2003, you will have the option of Printing, Saving, or Cut and Paste into
another worksheet from the Template.
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Copy the SBS-2003 Template from the CD onto the desktop
or Folder where you will store all of your Digital Hydrometer
readings.
10.1.2 Double click on the Template to open it in Microsoft Excel.
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Enable Macros.
The first time the workbook opens you may receive a Security Warning
message that this a macro enabled worksheet and Macro’s have been
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10.1.4
Transmitting Data from the SBS-2003 into the Excel Template.
The SBS-2003 workbook is set up to capture Bluetooth data from the SBS-2003 digital
hydrometer.
With the workbook open, Power on the SBS-2003 by pressing the “START” button.
Press the “START” button one time to remove the “ON” message displayed on the screen.
Press the “SELECT” button one time to move the arrow pointer on the SBS-2003 to the
COUNT on the display. The display will show the total number of readings that are stored in
memory on the SBS-2003.
Hold the “SELECT” button for three (3) seconds to enter the SBS-2003 Menu System.
When in the Menu System, press the “SELECT” button one time to reach the “Snd”
command and press the “START” button to activate the Bluetooth data transmission.
“ - - - “ Will scroll across the display indicating the SBS-2003 is communicating.
On the Template – Hit the “COM” button. The Serial Com Box will open up and select
the com port where the SBS-2003 was set up to communicate to. The Arrow will allow
selection of all available Bluetooth com ports.
Hit the OPEN PORT button to open the com port and collect the data from the SBS-2003.
The cell numbers, specific gravity readings and temperatures stored on the SBS-2003 will
begin filling in the template automatically.
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10.1.5
Saving Data Downloaded from the SBS-2003 Digital Hydrometer.
Once all of the downloaded data has been transmitted into the template; it can be saved by
either hitting the SAVE button, naming a file and file location to store a copy of the worksheet,
or by cutting and pasting the readings from the Template into another Excel Worksheet or
Workbook.
If multiple strings of readings are downloaded at the same time, cut and paste each string of
data into a new blank Excel worksheet for saving the data.
10.1.6
Printing Data Downloaded from the SBS-2003 Digital Hydrometer.
Hitting the PRINT button on the SBS-2003 will bring up your list of
printers and you can select which printer to print the report on.