Hach-Lange MTC10130 User Manual

DOC022.52
User Manual
Gel filled ORP/Redox Probe: Model MTC10101, MTC10103, MTC10105, MTC10110, MTC10115 or MTC10130

Safety information

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Specifications

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Specifications Details
Probe type Digital combination electrode with a non-refillable Ag/AgCl reference and a
built-in temperature sensor
Range ±1200 mV
Resolution 0.1 mV
Temperature accuracy ±0.3 °C (±0.54 °F)
Operating temperature range 0 to 80 °C (32 to 176 °F)
Storage temperature range 5 to 40 °C (41 to 104 °F)
Junction Open junction
Reference potential versus Standard Hydrogen Electrode
Reference electrolyte Electrode filling solution, 3M KCl
Reference type Ag/AgCl (3 M KCl)
Minimum sample depth 20 mm
Dimensions (standard) Diameter: 12 mm (0.47 in.)
Dimensions (rugged) Diameter: 46 mm (1.81 in.)
207 mV at 25 °C
Length: 175 mm (6.89 in.)
Cable length: 1 or 3 m (3.28 or 9.84 ft)
Length: 223 mm (8.73 in.)
Cable length: 5, 10, 15 or 30 m (16.40, 32.81, 49.21 or 98.42 ft)
Cable connection M12 digital output and connector compatible with HQd meters

Product overview

The MTC101 series probe is a non-refillable, gel-filled combination oxidation reduction potential (ORP/Redox) probe with a built-in temperature sensor (Figure 1). The MTC10101 or MTC10103 probe is available with a 1 or 3 m (3.28 or 9.84 ft) cable and is intended for laboratory use. The MTC10105, MTC10110, MTC10115 or MTC10130 probe
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is available with a 5, 10, 15 or 30 m (16.40, 32.81, 49.21 or 98.42 ft) cable and is intended for field use. The probe measures absolute mV values in wastewater, drinking water and general applications.
Figure 1 Probe overview
1 Shroud (rugged model) 6 Locking ring (rugged model)
2 Probe storage cap 7 Rugged probe (5, 10, 15 or 30 meter cable)
3 Probe soaker bottle 8 Standard probe (1 or 3 meter cable)
4 Platinum electrode and temperature sensor 9 Probe storage cap or soaker bottle holder
5 Reference junctions and protective tape (rugged model)

Preparation for use

To prepare the probe for initial use:
1. If a rugged probe, remove the shroud and probe storage cap (refer to Remove the
shroud on page 11
2. If a standard probe, turn the probe soaker bottle cap counter-clockwise to loosen the cap. Remove the soaker bottle from the probe.
3. If a rugged probe, remove the protective tape from the reference junctions (refer to
Figure 1 on page 2). Dispose of the protective tape.
4. If the probe will be used immediately, prepare the probe for calibration or sample measurement.
5. If the probe will not be used immediately, store the probe (refer to Storage on page 11).
To prepare the probe for calibration or sample measurement:
1. If a rugged probe, remove the probe storage cap.
2. If a standard probe, turn the probe soaker bottle cap counter-clockwise to loosen the
cap. Remove the soaker bottle from the probe.
3. Rinse the reference junctions and electrode thoroughly with deionized water to remove the 3 M KCl solution completely. Blot dry with a lint-free cloth.
4. If a rugged probe, make sure that the shroud is installed before field use (refer to
Install the shroud on page 11).
Note: Damage to the sensing elements can occur if the shroud is not installed during field use. Damage under these conditions is not covered by the product warranty.
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Calibration

Before calibration:
The probe must have the correct service-life time stamp. Set the date and time in the meter before the probe is attached.
It is not necessary to recalibrate when moving a calibrated probe from one HQd meter to another if the additional meter is configured to use the same calibration options.
To view the current calibration, push , select View Probe Data, then select View Current Calibration.
If any two probes are connected, push the UP or DOWN arrow to change to the single display mode in order to show the Calibrate option.
Prepare the probe for use (refer to Preparation for use on page 2).
If a rugged probe, remove the shroud from the probe (refer to Remove the shroud on page 11).
Calibration notes:
Additional standards can be selected in the Calibration Options.
Do not dilute ORP/Redox standards. Use fresh ORP/Redox standard for calibration.
ZoBell’s redox potential is temperature dependent. The HQd calibration routine factors in this temperature dependency allowing accurate calibrations within the temperature range of 0 to 30 °C (32 to 86 °F). Light’s solution should be read at 25 °C (77 °F). Custom ORP/Redox calibration solution values and temperature are user­defined.
The calibration is recorded in the probe and the data log. The calibration is also sent to a PC, printer or flash memory stick if connected.
Air bubbles under the sensor tip when submerged can cause slow response or error in measurement. If bubbles are present, gently shake the probe until bubbles are removed.
If a calibration error occurs, refer to Troubleshooting on page 12.
1. Connect the probe to the meter. Make sure that the cable locking nut is securely connected to the meter. Turn on the meter.
Calibration procedure:
2. Push Calibrate. The
display shows the ORP/Redox standard solution that is necessary for calibration.
3. Add the fresh ORP/Redox standard solution to a beaker or an appropriate container.
4. Rinse the probe with deionized water. Blot dry with a lint­free cloth.
5. Put the probe in the standard solution so that the temperature sensor is completely submerged. Stir gently. Shake the probe from side to side in the sample to refresh the reference junction.
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6. Push Read.
Stir gently. The display will show "Stabilizing" and a progress bar as the probe stabilizes in the sample. The display shows the standard solution value and the mV offset when the reading is stable.
7. Push Done to view the calibration summary.
8. Push Store to accept the calibration and go back to the measurement mode. If a rugged probe, install the shroud on the probe (refer to
Install the shroud
on page 11).

Sample measurement

Before measurement:
The probe must have the correct service-life time stamp. Set the date and time in the meter before the probe is attached.
If complete traceability is necessary, enter a sample ID and operator ID before measurement. Refer to the HQd meter manual for more information.
Regular calibration is required for the best measurement accuracy (refer to Calibration on page 3).
Prepare the probe for use (refer to Preparation for use on page 2).
Make sure that the platinum disc is clean and smooth (refer to Clean the probe on page 11).
To deploy a rugged probe at a distance, toss the probe body with a gentle underhand throw. Do not swing the probe by the cable as this may cause injury to the user, will cause severe strain on the cable and will shorten the service life of the cell. Damage under these conditions is not covered by the product warranty.
Measurement notes:
Data is automatically stored in the data log when Press to Read or Interval is selected in the Measurement Mode. When Continuous is selected, data will only be stored when Store is selected.
Air bubbles under the sensor tip when submerged can cause slow response or error in measurement. If bubbles are present, gently shake the probe until bubbles are removed.
If a measurement error occurs, refer to Troubleshooting on page 12.
Measurement—direct method procedure:
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1. Connect the
probe to the meter. Make sure that the cable locking nut is securely connected to the meter. Turn the meter on.
2. To significantly reduce the stabilization time for reducing-type samples, put the platinum disc in Reducing Solution for ORP Electrodes for 3-10 minutes before the initial sample measurement.
3. Rinse the probe with the sample.
4. Put the probe in the sample and stir gently. Make sure that the reference junctions are completely submerged. Do not put the probe on the bottom or sides of the container. Shake the probe from side to side in the sample to refresh the reference junction.
5. Push Read. The display will show "Stabilizing" and a progress bar as the probe stabilizes in the sample. The display will show the lock icon when the reading stabilizes. If necessary for the application, record the sample pH and temperature.
6. Repeat steps 3-6 for additional measurements.
Temperature (°C) Electrode potential in mV (E
7. When
measurements are done, store the probe (refer to
Storage
on page
11).
Measurement—conversion to SHE reference procedure:
For some applications, it is customary to report redox potential readings relative to the standard hydrogen electrode (SHE), also called normal hydrogen electrode (NHE). To do this, select the value in Table 1
that corresponds to the temperature of the solution
measured. Substitute that value Eref into the equation and solve for Eh:
Eh = E + E
ref
where:
Eh = oxidation reduction potential of the sample relative to the SHE
E = potential developed by the ORP/Redox electrode
E
= potential developed by the reference electrode portion relative to the SHE
ref
(Table 1).
Table 1 shows the potentials, E
, developed by the reference electrode portion relative
ref
to the SHE at various temperatures.
Table 1 Standard potential of reference electrode
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ref
80 163.1
75 167.7
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Table 1 Standard potential of reference electrode (continued)
Temperature (°C) Electrode potential in mV (E
70 172.1
65 176.4
60 180.3
55 184.4
50 188.4
45 192.3
40 196.1
35 199.8
30 203.4
25 207.0
20 210.5
15 214.0
10 217.4
5 220.9
0 224.2
Measurement—oxidation titrations procedure:
Oxidation-reduction, or redox titrations, give a simple, reliable method to identify many substances in a solution. A redox titration consists of adding to an unknown sample, small increment of a titrant that converts the unknown to a different oxidation state. After each addition of titrant, the ORP/Redox electrode develops a potential proportional to the logarithm of the ratio of the activities of the two oxidation states.
At the inflection, or end point, the titrant has completely oxidized or reduced the unknown, causing a sharp change in the logarithm of the ratio of the activities of the two oxidation states. A corresponding sharp change in the potential is developed by the platinum electrode. Often several oxidizing or reducing species can be precisely identified in the same solution by a single titration with several inflection points.
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The following directions represent a general procedure for doing a redox titration once the sample is prepared for measurement.
1. Fill a 10 mL burette with a standard titrant solution with a normality that is 5-10 times that of the sample.
6. Calculate the normality of the sample, Nx, in equivalents per liter:
Nx = (Vt x Nt) / V
where:
Nt = normality of titrant (Eq/L)
Vt = volume of titrant at end point (mL)
Vx = Volume of sample (mL)
2. Connect the probe to the meter.
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3. Pipet a 50 mL sample into a 150­mL beaker. Stir with a magnetic stirrer throughout the titration.
4. Add titrant in
0.5 to 1 mL increments. Record the potential after each addition. Near the end point, when large potential changes are seen, add increments of
0.1 to 0.2 mL. Continue the titration 3 to 4 mL past the end point.
5. Plot the electrode potential versus volume of added titrant and fit a smooth curve through the points. The end point is the point of inflection (the point of greatest slope).

Run a check standard

The run check standard feature validates instrument performance between sample measurements. Use the run check standard feature for periodic or user-defined interval measurements of a traceable standard solution. Set the criteria for check standards from the MTC101
Note: Access control must be off or a valid password must be entered before any of the check standard method options can be changed.
1. Push
2. Select Run Check Standard.
Note: Select the correct probe if two probes are connected to the meter.
Settings menu.
. The Full Access Options menu is shown.
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3. Get the standard solution shown on the display.
4. Rinse the probe with deionized water. Blot dry with a lint-free cloth.
5. Put the probe in the standard solution until the temperature sensor is completely
submerged. Move the probe up or down or gently tap on the beaker to remove air bubbles from the probe.
6. Push Read. The display will show "Stabilizing" and a progress bar as the reading stabilizes. The display shows the value of the check standard and either Check Standard Passed or Check Standard Failed.
7. If the display shows Check Standard Passed, the check standard measurement is within the accepted limits set by the administrative user. Select Done to continue with the sample measurement.
8. If the display shows Check Standard Failed, the measurement is outside of accepted limits set by the administrative user and a recalibration is recommended. If the acceptance criteria is set to Cal Expires on Failure: Yes, the display shows the calibration icon and a question mark until the probe is recalibrated. To correct the probe calibration and status indicator, calibrate the probe (refer to Calibration on page

Advanced operation

Parameter-specific settings can be changed through the Full Access Options menu. Details about menu navigation, available options and how to change them are given in the screens, tables and procedures throughout this section.
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The settings that can be changed are shown in Table 2.
Setting Options
Measurement Options
Calibration Options
Check Standards Options
Response time
Upper and lower range limits (defines pH limits per method)
Standard
Calibration reminder
Offset limit
Standard value (if Custom option is selected)
Standard (temperature compensated for ZoBell’s and Light’s solutions)
Check standard reminder
Acceptance criteria
Standard value (at 25 °C if Custom option is selected)
Table 2 Parameter-specific settings
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Change measurement options

Methods are groups of default or user-defined settings relevant to specific applications. If the meter is set to the default method and the Modify Current Settings option is chosen, a prompt for a new name is shown after the changes are entered. The settings are saved with this name to distinguish them from the default method settings, which cannot be changed. A saved method can be used instead of multiple adjustments to the individual settings. Changes made to a user defined method are automatically saved with the existing name. Multiple methods can be saved for the same probe on each meter.
1. Make sure a probe is connected to the meter.
2. Push and select MTC101 Settings.
3. Select Modify Current Settings.
4. Select Measurement Options and update the settings:
Option Description
Response Time Sets the response time—
Measurement Limits
Fast (2 mV/minute)
Medium (1 mV/minute) (default)
Slow (0.5 mV/minute)
The response time affects the speed of the measurement by adjusting the stabilization criteria.
Sets the measurement limits—Lower limit (default: -1200.0 mV) or Upper limit (default: 1200.0 mV).
The measurement limits can be set to match the acceptable values for the sample. When the measurement is above the upper limit setting or below the lower limit setting, the meter shows an "Out of limits" message. This message is an alert to a potential problem with the process conditions.
5. If prompted, enter a name for the new method settings. Additional changes made to the settings of an existing method are automatically saved with the same method name.
6. Push EXIT until the meter returns to the measurement mode.

Change calibration options

1. Make sure a probe is connected to the meter.
2. Push
3. Select Modify Current Settings.
4. Select Calibration Options and update the settings:
Option Description
Standard Sets the calibration standard—
and select MTC101 Settings.
ZoBell’s (221mV – 25 °C)
Light’s (468mV – 25 °C)
Custom
Temperature compensated for ZoBell’s solution.
Standard values are shown on the Calibration Options screen.
Light’s solution is characterized at 25 °C.
Custom standard values and temperature are user-defined.
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Option Description
Offset Limits Sets the offset limits—±1 mV to 250 mV (default: ±25 mV).
Standard Value
5. Select Calibration Reminder and update the settings:
Option Description
Reminder Repeat
Expires Calibration expires after the selected time—Immediately, Reminder +
6. If prompted, enter a name for the new method settings. Additional changes made to
the settings of an existing method are automatically saved with the same method name.
7. Push EXIT until the meter returns to the measurement mode.

Change check standard options

1. Make sure a probe is connected to the meter.
2. Push and select MTC101 Settings.
3. Select Modify Current Settings.
4. Select Check Standards Options and update the settings:
The offset must fall within set limits for successful calibration.
When Standard is set to Custom, sets the values for the custom calibration standard— -1200.00 to 1200.0 mV (default: +221.0 mV). Custom standards are characterized at 25 °C.
Meter will make an audible sound when a calibration is due and repeat the sound at the selected interval—Off (default), 1 d, 7 d or 30 d.
30 min, Reminder + 1 h, Reminder + 2 h or Continue Reading.
Note: The meter cannot be used to read samples after calibration has expired unless Continue Reading is selected.
Option Description
Standard Sets the check standard—
ZoBell’s (221 mV – 25 °C) (default)
Light’s (135 mV – 25 °C)
Custom
Temperature compensated for ZoBell’s solution.
Standard value for check standard.
Standard value is shown on Check Standard Options screen.
Lights solution is characterized at 25 °C.
Custom standard values and temperature are user-defined.
Standard Value
When Standard is set to Custom, enter the standard value using the up/down arrow keys— -1200.0 to 1200.0 mV (default: 221.0 mV). The value and temperature for custom check standard are user-defined.
5. Select Check Standard Reminder and update the settings:
Option Description
Reminder Repeat Sets the time interval for the check standard reminder—Off (default), 1 d,
7 d or 30 d.
Allow Defer Allows the postponement of check standard reminders—Yes (default) or
No.
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Maintenance

Clean the probe

6. Select Acceptance Criteria and update the settings:
Option Description
Acceptance Limits Sets the tolerance limits for check standard—-±1 mV to 25 mV
(default: ±10 mV).
Cal Expires on Failure Recalibration required if check standard fails—Yes or No (default).
7. If prompted, enter a name for the new method settings. Additional changes made to
the settings of an existing method are automatically saved with the same method name.
8. Push EXIT until the meter returns to the measurement mode.
Clean the probe when:
Drifting/inaccurate readings or slow stabilization time occurs as a result of
• contamination on the platinum disc or the probe being left dry for extended periods of time.
Measurement values are outside the calibration/measurement range of the probe even after a calibration is done using freshly prepared standards.
Note: After cleaning is done, condition the platinum electrode in representative sample before use.
For general cleaning (including oils, greases and organics):

Remove the shroud

Install the shroud

1. Rinse the probe with deionized water and blot dry with a lint-free cloth.
2. Put the probe sensor and platinum disc in Electrode Cleaning Solution or warm
detergent solution for up to 15 minutes.
Note: The platinum disc can be polished using a soft cloth or cotton swab with detergent solution.
3. Rinse the probe sensor and platinum disc with deionized water. Blot dry with a lint­free cloth.
For inorganic deposits:
1. Put the platinum disc in a solution of 0.1 M hydrochloric or nitric acid solution for up to
15 minutes.
2. Rinse the probe sensor and platinum disc with deionized water. Blot dry with a lint­free cloth.
1. Loosen and remove the locking ring.
2. Slide the shroud and locking ring off the probe.
1. Put the locking ring on the probe with the threads toward the probe.
2. Slide the shroud on the probe until it is against the locking groove.
3. Hand-tighten the locking ring on the shroud.

Storage

Short-term and long-term storage
For the best probe performance, do not let the reference junction dry out.
1. Rinse the probe with deionized water. Dry the probe with a lint-free cloth.
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2. Fill the probe storage cap or soaker bottle half full with Hach Electrode Storage
Solution or 3 M potassium chloride (KCl) solution.
3. If a rugged probe, put the probe storage cap on the probe.
4. If a standard probe, put the soaker bottle on the probe and tighten the soaker bottle
cap.
5. Make sure that the solution in the storage cap or soaker bottle completely covers the reference junction.
Note: The probe can also be stored in a sample for up to 2 hours if the sample pH is not high.

Troubleshooting

Message or symptom Possible cause Action
Probe not supported Software not updated To download the most current version of the software,
refer to the applicable product page on the manufacturer's website.
Refer to the HQd Series meter manual for specific instructions for the meter model.
HQd meter does not support IntelliCAL probe
®
Contact a Technical Support Representative.
Connect a probe or probe requires service
Standard not recognized error
mV reading is same for all solutions
Slow stabilization time Contaminated reference junctions
Probe not connected correctly Disconnect, then connect the probe. Tighten the
Software not updated To download the most current version of the software,
Large number of methods stored on the probe
Damaged probe Make sure there is connectivity with another probe or
Storage cap or soaker bottle not removed
Incorrect or contaminated standard solution
Storage cap or soaker bottle not removed
Electrical issue Contact a Technical Support Representative.
locking nut.
refer to the applicable product page on the manufacturer's website.
Refer to the HQd Series meter manual.
Continue to let the probe connect. Do not disconnect the probe.
meter to confirm isolated issue with probe. Contact a Technical Support Representative.
Remove the storage cap or soaker bottle from the probe.
Use fresh standard solution as specified in the method.
Remove the storage cap or soaker bottle from the probe.
1. Thoroughly rinse the reference junction holes with deionized water. Shake the probe while holding it downward to remove any air bubbles.
2. Put the probe in 3.0 M KCl storage solution for 1-2 hours.
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Message or symptom Possible cause Action
Slow stabilization time Contaminated platinum sensor Clean the probe (refer to Clean the probe
on page
11).
Probe not conditioned/pre-treated for reducing type samples
Low sample temperature or temperature difference between samples
Platinum electrode not conditioned for reducing-type samples
Air bubbles around inner reference electrode
To significantly reduce the response time for reducing type samples the platinum disc must undergo the following:
1. Make sure that the platinum disc is clean and smooth.
2. Put the platinum disc in Reducing Solution for ORP Electrodes for 3-10 minutes before sample analysis.
3. Rinse the probe with sample, then measure.
Check the sample temperature. The lower the temperature or the greater the difference of temperatures between samples, the longer the response time.
1. Make sure that the platinum disc is clean and smooth.
2. Put the platinum disc in Reducing Solution for ORP Electrodes for 3-10 minutes before sample analysis.
3. Rinse the probe with sample, then measure.
Gently tap the probe with hand or shake the probe while holding the probe downward in the solution/sample to remove any air bubbles in the reference junction holes.
Out of range Measure value is outside the
calibration/measurement range of the probe
Air bubbles around inner reference electrode
Calibrate again using freshly prepared standards.
Clean the probe and calibrate again.
Make sure that the sample is within the range of the probe.
Gently tap the probe with hand or shake the probe while holding the probe downward in the solution/sample to remove any air bubbles in the reference junction holes.
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Message or symptom Possible cause Action
Drifting/Inaccurate readings
Out of limits Check standard value is outside of limits
Contaminated platinum disc Clean the probe (refer to Clean the probe
Clogged reference Thoroughly rinse the reference junction holes with
Improper storage conditions The probe may not function correctly if the probe has
Electromagnetic Forces (EMF) such as voltaic cells, thermoelectric devices, electrical generators, resistors and transformers.
Air bubbles around inner reference electrode
set in the current method
on page
deionized water. Gently tap the probe with hand while holding the probe downward to remove any air bubbles.
been left dry for extended periods of time.
1. Clean or condition the probe and attempt to
2. If recalibration fails, attempt to recondition the
3. Rinse the probe with deionized water before use.
Do not test in areas where EMF is present. For testing in process units (i.e. spot checking), make sure that the equipment is grounded.
Gently tap the probe with hand or shake the probe while holding the probe downward in the solution/sample to remove any air bubbles in the reference junction holes.
Make sure that the standard is within the limits of the current method.
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recalibrate the probe.
reference junctions by putting the probe tip in a
3.0 M KCl storage solution for 1-2 hours.
Measurement value is outside of measurement limits set in the current method.
Calibration adjustment offset value outside the limits set in the current method
Storage cap or soaker bottle not removed
Temperature out of range Calibration temperature value is outside
of range
Measured temperature is outside range of the probe
Check standard temperature value is outside of range
Create a new method that expands the acceptable limits.
Make sure that the sample is within the limits of the current method.
Create a new method with an expanded range.
Make sure that the standard is within the limits of the current method.
Create a new method that expands the acceptable limits.
Remove the storage cap or soaker bottle.
Make sure that the sample temperature is within the range of the probe.
Make sure that the temperature sensor is working correctly.
Make sure that the standard temperature is within the range of the probe.
Make sure that the temperature sensor is working correctly.
Make sure that the Check Standard temperature is within the range of the probe.
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