Instruction Manual
HI 86301 • HI 86302
HI 86303 • HI 86304
TDS and EC Meters
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WARRANTY
These instruments are guaranteed for two years against
defects in workmanship and materials when used for their
intended purpose and maintained according to instructions.
Probes are guaranteed for six months. This warranty is
limited to repair or replacement free of charge. Damages due to
accidents, misuse, tampering or lack of prescribed maintenance
are not covered. If service is required, contact the dealer from
whom you purchased the instrument. If under warranty, report
the model number, date of purchase, serial number and the
nature of the failure. If the repair is not covered by the
warranty, you will be notified of the charges incurred. If the
instrument is to be returned to Hanna Instruments, first obtain
a Returned Goods Authorization Number from the Customer
Service department and then send it with shipment costs
prepaid. When shipping any instrument, make sure it is
properly packaged for complete protection.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Hanna product.
Please read carefully this instruction manual before using the
meter. If you need additional technical information, do not
hesitate to e-mail us at tech@hannainst.com.
These instruments are in compliance with the directives.
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Remove the instrument from the packing material and examine
it carefully. If any damage has occurred during shipment,
immediately notify your Dealer or the nearest Hanna Customer
Service Center.
Each meter is supplied with:
• Conductivity probe
• HI 7634D/1 for HI 86301 and HI 86303
• HI 7632D/1 for HI 86302 and HI 86304
• Calibration solution sachet (20 mL)
• HI 70031 (1413 μS/cm) for HI 86303
• HI 70039 (5.00 mS/cm) for HI 86304
• HI 70032 (1382 ppm) for HI 86301 & HI 86302
• Battery, screwdriver & instructions
Note: Conserve all packing material until the instrument has
been observed to function correctly. Any defective item
must be returned in its original packing.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
These EC and TDS portable meters have been designed for
simplicity of use, and provide accurate measurements.
Readings are automatically compensated for temperature variations, and the calibration is manually performed at one point
through trimmer.
The BEPS (Battery Error Prevention System) automatically
switches the meter off when the battery level is too low to
ensure reliable readings.
The housing has been completely sealed against humidity, for
use in any type of environment.
The probe is easy to clean and requires little maintenance.
Choose the model with the measurement range that best fits
your application:
• HI 86301 reads TDS from 0 to 1999 ppm (mg/L)
• HI 86302 reads TDS from 0.00 to 10.00 ppt (g/L)
• HI 86303 reads EC from 0 to 1999 μS/cm
• HI 86304 reads EC from 0.00 to 19.99 mS/cm
SPECIFICATIONS
TDS Models
HI 86301 HI 86302
Range 0 to 1999 ppm 0.00 to 10.00 ppt
Resolution 1 ppm 0.01 ppt
Accuracy ±2% f.s
Calibration Manual, 1 point,
through trimmer in the battery compartment
Probe (included) HI 7634D/1 HI 7632D/1
Temp.Compensation Automatic, 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
with β=2%/°C
Environment 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122°F); RH max 100%
Battery Type 1 x 9V alkaline
Battery Life Approx. 300 hours Approx. 150 hours
Dimensions 164 x 76 x 45 mm (6.4 x 3.0 x 1.8’’)
Weight 250 g (8.8 oz.)
EC Models
HI 86303 HI 86304
Range 0 to 1999 μS/cm 0.00 to 19.99 mS/cm
Resolution 1 μS/cm 0.01 mS/cm
Accuracy ±2% f.s
Calibration Manual, 1 point,
through trimmer in the battery compartment
Probe (included) HI 7634D/1 HI 7632D/1
Temp.Compensation Automatic, 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
with β=2%/°C
Environment 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122°F); RH max 100%
Battery Type 1 x 9V alkaline
Battery Life Approx. 300 hours Approx. 150 hours
Dimensions 164 x 76 x 45 mm (6.4 x 3.0 x 1.8’’)
Weight 250 g (8.8 oz.)
All rights are reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited
without the written consent of the copyright owner, Hanna Instruments.
Hanna Instruments reserves the right to modify the design,
construction and appearance of its products without advance notice.
TAKING MEASUREMENTS
CALIBRATION
CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
• Each meter is supplied complete with a 9V alkaline battery.
Remove the battery compartment cover on the rear of the
meter and install the battery while paying attention to the
correct polarity (see also “Battery Replacement” section).
• Connect the probe to the DIN plug on the top of the meter,
and switch the instrument on by pressing the ON/OFF
button.
• Immerse the probe into the solution to be tested. For best
accuracy, the probe should not touch or stand close to the
vessel’s walls or bottom. If possible, use plastic beakers to
minimize any EMC interference.
• Tap the probe gently on the bottom and shake it, to make
sure no air bubbles have remained trapped inside.
• Allow the reading to stabilize. The LCD will show the EC or TDS
value automatically compensated for temperature effects.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the battery becomes weak the meters will display an
additional blinking decimal point.
When the low battery indicator appears, only a few hours of battery life
are left.
In addition, these instruments are provided with BEPS (Battery
Error Prevention System) that automatically turns the meter off
when the battery level is too low to ensure reliable readings.
It is recommended to replace the battery immediately.
Battery replacement must only take place in a nonhazardous
area using a 9V alkaline battery.
Unscrew the three screws on
the rear of the meter, remove
the battery compartment cover
and replace the 9V battery
with a new one.
Make sure the battery contacts are tight and secure
before replacing the cover.
• Pour a small quantity of the proper calibration solution in
a beaker (HI 7031 for HI 86303, HI 7032 for HI 86301 and
HI 86302, HI 7039 for HI 86304). If possible, use plastic
beakers to minimize any EMC interference.
• The calibration is a manual, 1-point procedure through
trimmer. To access the calibration trimmer, remove the
battery compartment cover on the rear of the meter.
• Turn the meter on and immerse the probe in the calibration solution, making sure that the metal pins are completely
submerged and the probe body does not touch nor stand
close to the side walls of the beaker.
• Tap the probe gently on the bottom and shake it, to make
sure no air bubbles have remained trapped inside.
• Wait for a couple of minutes
for thermal equilibrium to be
reached and the temperature
to be compensated, then adjust the calibration trimmer with
the supplied screwdriver until
the display shows the calibration solution value.
Calibration is now complete.
PROBE MAINTENANCE
It is recommended to clean the probe at least once a month,
by following this procedure:
• Immerse the tip of the probe in the HI 7061 cleaning
solution for half an hour.
• If a more thorough cleaning is required, brush the metal
pins with very fine sandpaper.
• After cleaning, rinse the probe with tap water and recalibrate
the instrument.
Recommendations for Users
Before using these products, make sure that they are entirely suitable for the environment in
which it is used. Operation of these instruments in residential areas could cause unacceptable
interferences to radio and TV equipment. Any variation introduced by the user to the supplied
equipment may degrade the instruments’ EMC performance. To avoid electrical shock, do not
use this instrument when voltage at the measurement surface exceeds 24 Vac or 60 Vdc. To
avoid damage or burns, do not perform any measurement in microwave ovens.
ACCESSORIES
HI 7632D/1 Conductivity probe, HR, with built-in tempera-
ture sensor, DIN connector and 1 m (3.3’) cable
HI 7634D/1 Conductivity probe, LR, with built-in tempera-
ture sensor, DIN connector and 1 m (3.3’) cable
HI 70031P 1413 μS/cm solution, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs)
HI 7031M 1413 μS/cm solution, 230 mL bottle
HI 7031L 1413 μS/cm solution, 500 mL bottle
HI 70032P 1382 ppm solution, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs)
HI 7032M 1382 ppm solution, 230 mL bottle
HI 7032L 1382 ppm solution, 500 mL bottle
HI 70039P 5.00 mS/cm solution, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs)
HI 7039M 5.00 mS/cm solution, 230 mL bottle
HI 7039L 5.00 mS/cm solution, 500 mL bottle
HI 7061M Cleaning solution, 230 mL bottle
HI 7061L Cleaning solution, 500 mL bottle
HI 731326 Calibration screwdriver (20 pcs)
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