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Instruction Manual

pH 5/6 & Ion 5/6

pH/mV & Ion/pH Meter Series

68X243601

Rev 7 04/04

Preface

This instruction manual serves to explain the use of the pH 5/6 and Ion 5/6
meters.

It functions in two ways: first as a step by step guide to help you operate
the meter; second, it serves as a handy reference guide.

This manual is written to cover as many anticipated applications of the pH
5/6 and Ion 5/6 meters as possible. If there are doubts in the use of this
meter, please do not hesitate to contact the nearest Eutech Instruments/
Oakton Instruments Authorized Distributor.

Eutech Instruments/ Oakton Instruments will not accept any responsibility
for damage or malfunction to the meter caused by improper use of the
instrument.

The information presented in this manual is subjected to change without
notice as improvements are made, and does not represent a commitment
on the part of Eutech Instruments Pte Ltd/ Oakton Instruments.

Copyright © 1999
Eutech Instruments Pte Ltd/ Oakton Instruments
Rev. 7 04/04.

Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION 1

2. getting started 2

2.1 Description of Keypad Functions 2

2.2 Description of LCD Annunciators 3

2.3 Inserting & Removing the Rubber Boot 3

2.4 Inserting New Batteries 4

2.5 Battery Replacement 4

2.6 Connecting the Electrode and Temperature Sensor 4

2.7 Condition the pH Electrode 5

2.8 Switching the Meter On 5

3. Calibration 6

3.1 pH Calibration 6

3.2 Selection of pH buffer standards 7

3.2.1 Resetting the User Calibrated Values 7

3.2.2 pH Calibration using USA standard buffers 8

3.2.3 pH Calibration using NIST standard buffers 9

3.2.4 pH Calibration using Pb standard buffers 10

3.3 Ion Calibration (Ion 5 and 6) 11

3.3.1 Multi-point Ion Calibration 12

3.4 Millivolt (mV) Calibration (for pH 6 only) 14

3.5 Temperature Calibration 15

3.5.1 With Temperature probe 15

3.5.2 Without Temperature probe (no ATC) 16

4. Measurement 17

4.1 Taking Measurements 17

4.2 Millivolt (mV) Reference Check (for Ion 5/6 only) 17

4.3 Holding a Reading 17

4.4 Releasing a Held Reading 17

5. ELECTRODE Care and Maintenance 18

6. TROUBLESHOOTING 18

7. Specifications 19

8. Accessories 20

9. warranty 22

10. RETURN OF ITEMS 23

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1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing pH 5/6 or Ion 5/6 meter series. These
microprocessor-based handheld meters are economical and easy to use. It has
a large custom LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) for clear and easy reading.

The pH 5 measures pH and temperature (

o

C) while the pH 6 measures pH, mV

(ORP) and temperature.
Ion 5/6 allows Ion concentration measurement of various ions (mono and di

valence) and mV. Besides Ion/mV modes, Ion 6 has pH and temperature (

o

C)
measurement modes. The mV mode is used for diagnosis of ion selective
electrode (ISE).

Included with your meter are a robust rubber boot, 4 alkaline “AAA” batteries,
temperature sensor, instruction manual and a warranty card. To order other
accessories and buffer calibration or standard solutions, please refer to Section
8 on Accessories for more information.

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2. GETTING STARTED

2.1 Description of Keypad Functions

pH 5/6 has four keys and Ion 6 meter has six keys on its splash-proof keypad
with tactile feedback. The common keys include ON/OFF, HOLD/ENTER, CAL
and MODE keys. Ion 5/6 meter has additional  and  keys.

ON/OFF: Powers meter on and off. Meter starts up in the mode that you last
switched off from.

MODE: Selects measurement mode for Ion, mV, pH and Temperature.
CAL: Allows calibration for Ion, pH, mV or Temperature, or to abort calibration

without confirming any set value.
 (available only on Ion 5/6): Allows you to increment values during calibration

mode.
 (available only on Ion 5/6): Allows you to decrement values during

calibration mode.

HOLD: Freezes the measured reading for easy viewing.
ENTER: Confirms calibration value.

Keypad of pH 5/6

Keypad of Ion 5/6

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2.2 Description of LCD Annunciators

The meter has a large custom LCD that consists of 3½-digit segments and
operation annunciators for pH, mV or

o

C (Temperature). Note that there is no
annunciator shown in Ion mode. Other annunciators include “HO” (when the
HOLD function is activated) and “LO” (low battery condition).

2.3 Inserting & Removing the Rubber Boot

1. To remove meter from rubber boot, push out from the bottom edges of

meter until it is completely out of boot. Ensure that cables of ISE/pH
electrode or temperature probe are not connected.

2. To insert meter into rubber boot, slide in from the top of meter before

pushing the bottom edges of meter down to set it into position. Lift up the
stand at the back of meter for bench top applications if necessary.

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2.4 Inserting New Batteries

The battery compartment is found at the back of instrument. To open the battery
compartment, push in the direction of arrow and lift up the cover. Note the
polarity of battery before inserting into position. After replacement, place cover
back and press down until it locks tight.

2.5 Battery Replacement

A “LO” annunciator in the LCD alerts you when battery power is running low.
Replace with the same type as recommended by the manufacturer.

Caution: Power off the meter when changing battery.

2.6 Connecting the Electrode and Temperature Sensor

To connect the electrode into meter, align the connector slots with the posts of
meter’s socket and rotate connector clockwise until it locks. Do not force when
connecting. To remove, simply rotate the connector in anti-clockwise direction
until it unlocks, and slide the connector off the socket.

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Insert the mini phono jack of temperature sensor into the socket on the meter.
Unplug the phono jack when not in use or you measure pH without any
temperature compensation.

2.7 Condition the pH Electrode

Condition the pH electrode before use or if it has not been in use for a long time
by soaking it into a container filled with pH 4 buffer solution for at least 1 hour.
Rinse with tap water before proceed to calibrate the electrode with meter.

2.8 Switching the Meter On

1. Press ON/OFF key to power up your meter. All LCD segments display

momentarily as the meter performs a self-diagnostic test, as per shown in
section 2.2. For Ion 5/6, the LCD switches into Ion measurement m ode with
“- - -“ display if the meter has not been calibrated or meter has been reset.

2. Press MODE key to choose your desired mode of measurement with its

corresponding annunciator displays in the LCD.
In temperature mode, the measured reading can be 25.0

o

C (factory default)
or last calibrated temperature value if there is no temperature probe, or
current measured value if a temperature probe is connected.

3. The LCD displays “Or” if the meter reading e xceeds the maximum or “Ur” if
under minimum measurement range (refer to Section 7 on Specifications).

Phono jack of
Temperature probe

BNC of pH/ORP
electrode or ISE

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3. CALIBRATION

3.1 pH Calibration

The meter is capable of calibrating up to 3 points using USA or NIST (nSt) pH buffer
standards or 2 points with Low Ionic (Pb) pH buffer standa rd. All new calibration values
will automatically override existing data.

USA pH 4.01, 7.00 and 10.01

NIST pH 4.01, 6.86 and 9.18

Pb pH 4.10 and 6.97

It is recommended that you perform at least 2-point calibration at room temperature (25

o

C) using standard buffers, starting with first buffer at pH 7.00 (USA), pH 6.86 (NIST) or

pH 6.97 (Pb) followed by other buffer values.
For a 1-point calibration, calibration should be performed with a pH buffer value closest

to the expected sample value being measured. Otherwise calibrating at pH 7.00, pH

6.86 or pH 6.97 is advisable.
The meter has automatic buffer recognition that identifies the correct pH buffer values

during calibration. If non-standard pH buffers other than the above standards are used,
or the electrode has worn out, the LCD will flash “Er1”. Press the CAL key to abort
calibration and resume measurement. In general all pH buffer values have the windo w
of up to +/- 1 pH tolerance during calibration.

Ensure that you use new pH buffer solutions or sachets during calibration. Do not reuse
buffer solutions as it may be contaminated and affect the calibration and accuracy of
measurements. Always store buffer solutions in a dry, cool environment if possible.

Before use, remove the plastic protective cap of pH electrode and condition the glass
bulb by soaking it in tap water for 1-2 hours. This hydrat es the glass bulb if electrode is
too dry or has not been used for a long period of time. Always rinse the probes with tap
water or rinse solution before and after each calibration/sample measurement to avoid
cross-contamination. For details refer to section 5 on Electrode care and maintenance.