YSI Professional Plus User manual

USER MANUAL

CONTENTS
Warranty ..............................................................................................................i
Introduction ....................................................................................................... 1
Getting Started ................................................................................................... 1
Initial Inspection................................................................................. 1
Battery Installation ............................................................................. 1
Setup .................................................................................................... 2
Keypad ................................................................................................. 9
Main Display .....................................................................................11
Menu Layout...................................................................................... 11
Alpha/Numeric Entry.......................................................................12
System Menu ....................................................................................................13
Date/Time.........................................................................................13
GLP..................................................................................................... 14
Language............................................................................................ 18
Radix Point ........................................................................................18
Logging .............................................................................................. 18
Auto Shutoff ...................................................................................... 19
Backlight ............................................................................................19
SW Version (Software Version)....................................................... 19
Serial #................................................................................................ 19
Unit ID ............................................................................................... 20
Parameters: Setup, Display, Auto Stable, and Calibration ........................... 20
Temperature.......................................................................................20

Dissolved Oxygen (DO)................................................................... 21
Barometer ..........................................................................................31
Conductivity......................................................................................32
pH....................................................................................................... 38
ORP .................................................................................................... 42
Ammonium, Nitrate, Chloride........................................................ 45
Taking Measurements...................................................................................... 51
Dissolved Oxygen ............................................................................. 51
Conductivity ..................................................................................... 52
H/ORP .............................................................................................52
Ammonium, Nitrate, and Chloride ................................................ 52
Logging Data ..................................................................................... 52
Files and Site Lists............................................................................................ 53
File Memory ......................................................................................53
Viewing Saved Data .......................................................................... 53
Site List...............................................................................................54
Folder .................................................................................................54
Delete Data ........................................................................................54
Data Manager Desktop Software.................................................................... 55
Using the Communications Saddle................................................. 56
Manage Logged Data .......................................................................57
Real Time Studies ............................................................................. 57
Configure Instruments.....................................................................58
Care, Maintenance, and Storage ..................................................................... 58
Updating Instrument Firmware ......................................................58
General Maintenance .......................................................................58
Sensor Maintenance..........................................................................60
Sensor Storage ................................................................................... 66
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................68
Help ...................................................................................................68
Error Messages ................................................................................. 69
Dissolved Oxygen ............................................................................. 70
Restore Default Calibration Values ............................................................... 70
Accessories / Part Numbers ............................................................................ 71
Declaration of Conformity.............................................................................. 75
Recycling........................................................................................................... 78
Contact Information........................................................................................79
Ordering and Technical Support..................................................... 79
Service Information..........................................................................79

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WA R R A N T Y
The YSI Professional Plus Instrument (Pro Plus) is warranted for three (3) years
from date of purchase by the end user against defects in materials and workmanship,
exclusive of batteries and any damage caused by defective batteries. Pro Plus field
cables are warranted for two (2) years from date of purchase by the end user against
defects in material and workmanship (6 months for non-field rugged cables*). Pro
Plus sensors (pH, ORP, pH/ORP combo, Polarographic DO) are warranted for
one (1) year from date of purchase by the end user against defects in material and
workmanship (6 months for ammonium**, nitrate**, chloride**, and Galvanic DO).
Pro Plus systems (instrument, cables & sensors) are warranted for 90 days from
date of purchase by the end user against defects in material and workmanship when
purchased by rental agencies for rental purposes. Within the warranty period, YSI
will repair or replace, at its sole discretion, free of charge, any product that YSI
determines to be covered by this warranty.
To exercise this warranty, call your local YSI representative, or contact YSI Customer
Service in Yellow Springs, Ohio at [phone], 800-897-4151 or visit www.
YSI.com (Support tab) for a Product Return Form. Send the product and proof
of purchase, transportation prepaid, to the Authorized Service Center selected by
YSI. Repair or replacement will be made and the product returned, transportation
prepaid. Repaired or replaced products are warranted for the balance of the original
warranty period, or at least 90 days from date of repair or replacement.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
This Warranty does not apply to any YSI product damage or failure caused by:
failure to install, operate or use the product in accordance with YSI’s written1.
instructions;
abuse or misuse of the product;2.
failure to maintain the product in accordance with YSI’s written instructions or3.
standard industry procedure;
any improper repairs to the product;4.
use by you of defective or improper components or parts in servicing or5.
repairing the product;
modification of the product in any way not expressly authorized by YSI.6.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. YSI’s LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY
IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, AND THIS
SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE
PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL YSI BE
LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT COVERED BY
THIS WARRANTY.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the YSI Professional Plus (Pro Plus). The Pro Plus
features a waterproof (IP-67) case, backlit display and keypad, user-selectable
cable options, USB connectivity, large memory with extensive site list capabilities,
and a rugged, rubber over-molded case.
Reading the entire manual before use is recommended for an overall
understanding of the instrument’s features.
GETTING STARTED
InItIal InspectIon
Carefully unpack the instrument and accessories and inspect for damage.
Compare received parts with items on the packing list. If any parts or materials
are damaged, contact YSI Customer Service at 800-897-4151 ([phone])
or the authorized YSI distributor from whom the instrument was purchased.
Battery InstallatIon
The Pro Plus requires (2) alkaline C-cell batteries which are included with the
purchase of a new instrument. Battery life depends on parameters and usage.
Under normal conditions, battery life is approximately 80 hours for continuous
use at room temperature. To install or replace the batteries:
Turn the instrument over to view the battery cover on the back.1.
Unscrew the four captive battery cover screws.2.
Remove the battery cover and install the new batteries, ensuring correct3.
polarity alignment on the instrument or the removed cover. (Figure 1)
Replace the battery cover on the back of the instrument and tighten the four4.
screws. Do NOT over-tighten.
Figure 1. Pro Plus with battery cover removed. Notice
battery symbols indicating polarities.
* The warranty period for the non-field rugged cables (605107, 605177, 605108,
605178, 605109, 605179) is listed as 6 months. However, the true “working life” of
these sensors may be 3-9 months depending on storage and usage in solutions other
than clean aqueous samples.
** The warranty for the ammonium, nitrate, and chloride sensors (605104, 605105,
605106) is listed as 6 months. However, the true “working life” of these sensors may
be 3-9 months depending on storage and usage in solutions other than clean aqueous
samples.