YSI YSI 556 MPS Manual instruction

YSI 556 MPS
Set-up, Operation & Calibration

YSI 556 MPS
The YSI 556 is just one of the instruments included in the
EnvironmentAgency UK Framework agreement.
The YSI 556 is a field rugged and reliable Multi-Probe System that
combines the versatility of an easy-to-use, easy-to-read handheld
unit with all the functionality of a multi-parameter system.
Featuring a waterproof (IP67), impact resistant case, the YSI 556
simultaneously measures dissolved oxygen, conductivity,
temperature, pH and ORP (Redox).
Conforms to GLP standards to help ensure quality control.
Standard RS232 interface to Ecowatch for Windows. Capable of
storing 49,000 data sets.

Rugged Probe Guard
Field rugged case,
waterproof to IP67
Field replaceable
electrodes
Standard RS232,
compatible with Ecowatch
for Windows™
DO cap
membranes
Three-year meter warranty
Stores 49,000 data sets,
time and date stamped
Simultaneous display
of all data
YSI 556 Key Features

Optional Features
Optional internal barometer (user calibrated and displayed
along with other data, used in dissolved oxygen calibrations,
and logged to memory for tracking changes in barometric
pressure.
5083 Optional flow cell
6094 Rechargeable battery back kit
5085 Hand-free harness
616 Cigarette lighter charger kit
6081 Large carrying case, hard-sided
5065 Form fitted carrying case

YSI 556 MPS
SET-UP

Inserting 4 C Batteries
•Loosen the four screws in the
battery lid.
•Remove the battery lid.
•Insert four C batteries between the
clips following the polarity (+ and -)
labels on the bottom of the battery
compartment.
•Check gasket for proper placement
on the battery lid.
•Replace the battery lid and tighten
the screws.
Typical battery life is 180 hours

Inserting Rechargeable Battery
Pack
•Loosen the four screws in the
battery lid on the back of the
instrument using any screwdriver.
•Remove the C battery lid and store
for future use. Remove C batteries,
if installed.
•Check for proper placement of
gasket on the rechargeable battery
pack and lid.
•Install the rechargeable battery
pack and lid and tighten the 4
screws securely and evenly
Typical battery life is 50 hours

Charging 5096 Rechargeable
Battery Pack
•Attach the charger adapter cable
(YSI 6119) to the instrument.
•Insert the barrel connector of the
wall power supply into the barrel of
the adapter cable.
•Plug the wall power supply into an
AC power outlet for approximately
2 hours to obtain an 80% to 90%
charge and for 6 hours to get a full
charge.
•NOTE: The battery pack can be
recharged whether the instrument
is on or off.

Setting Display Contrast
•Press and hold down the backlight
key in the upper right corner of the
keypad and press the “up” arrow to
increase (darken) the contrast.
•Press and hold down the backlight
key in the upper right corner of the
keypad and press the “down” arrow
to decrease (lighten) the contrast. Backlight
key

Screen Features
Main display
Status bar
Barometer reading
(optional). Updated in real
time, not corrected to sea
level.
Battery charge, pulsing
indicates that battery is
charging, flashing indicates
that batteries almost
exhausted.
Current time
Current date

Keypad Features
Backlight / Contrast
Arrows Keys
Enter Key
Period/Decimal Point Key
On/Off Key
Escape Key - Use to return
to previous position in menu
Alpha/Numeric Keys - Used
to enter letters and numbers
Minus/Hyphen (-) Key

R u n
R e p o r t
C a l i b r a t e
S e n s o r
F i l e
L o g g i n g S e t u p
S y s t e m S e t u p
S p e c i f i c C o n d u c t a n c e
S a l i n i t y p p t
T e m p e r a t u r e
C o n d u c t iv it y
R e s i s t i v it y
T D S
D O % s a t u r a t i o n
D O m g / L
p H
p H m v
O R P m v
C o n d u c t iv it y
T e m p e r a t u r e
D i s s o l v e d O x y g e n
p H
O R P
S t a r t L o g g i n g
L o g O n e S a m p l e
D O
C o n d u c t iv it y
p H
O R P
U p l o a d t o P C
D I r e c t o r y
V i e w F i l e
F i l e M e m o r y
D e l e t e A l l F i l e s
U s e S i t e L i s t
I n t e r v a l
S t o r e B a r o m e t e r
S t o r e S i t e N u m b e r
E d i t S i t e L i s t
D a t e & T i m e
I D
V e r s i o n
D a t a F i lt e r
S h u t O f f T i m e
C o m m a R a d i x
G L P F i l e n a m e
T D S C o n s t a n t
B a r o m e t e r U n i t s
C a l i b r a t e B a r o m e t e r

YSI 556 MPS
SENSORS

YSI 5563 Probe Module
Cable
Dissolved
Oxygen (DO)
Probe
Transport /
Calibration
Cup
Strain Relief
Metal Probe
Connector Nut
pH/ORP
Probe
Conductivity /
Temperature
Probe
Probe Sensor
Guard

Installing the Sensors
•Unscrew and remove probe guard
•Unscrew and remove sensor port plugs
•Locate the port with the connector that
corresponds to the sensor that is to be
installed.
•Apply a thin coat of o-ring lubricant to
the o-rings on the connector side of the
sensor.
•Be sure that the probe module sensor is
free of moisture and the insert the
sensor.
•Screw down the sensor nut using the
YSI tool. Do not overtighten.
O-Rings
Sensor nut

Install DO Membrane
A new membrane cap must be installed before the first
use.
•Unscrew and remove the probe sensor guard.
•Unscrew, remove, and discard the old membrane cap.
•Thoroughly rinse the sensor tip with distilled water.
•Prepare the electrolyte according to the directions on the
electrolyte solution bottle.
•Hold the new membrane cap and fill it at least 1/2 full with the
electrolyte solution.
•Screw the membrane cap onto the sensor moderately tight. A
small amount of electrolyte should overflow.

Enable Sensors
•Press the On/Off key to
display the Run screen.
•Press the Escape key to
display the main menu
screen
•Use the arrow keys to
highlight the Sensor
selection.
•Press the Enter key to
display the sensors enabled
screen

Change Report
•Press the On/off key to
display the run screen.
•Press the Escape key to
display the main menu
screen.
•Use the arrow keys to
highlight the Report
selection.
•Press the Enter key to
display the report setup
screen.

View all Parameters

YSI 556 MPS
CALIBRATION