Mettler Toledo Titration Excellence T5, Titration Excellence T7, Titration Excellence T9 User Manual

Titration Excellence

T5/T7/T9

User Manual

Table of Contents

1 Introduction 3

2 Safety information 4

2.1 Definition of signal words and warning symbols ................................................. 4

2.2 Product-specific safety notes............................................................................. 4

3 Design and Function 6

3.1 Instrument ...................................................................................................... 6

3.1.1 Overview titrator................................................................................ 6

3.1.2 StatusLight ....................................................................................... 6

3.1.3 Terminal .......................................................................................... 7

3.1.4 Titrator rear panel connections............................................................ 8

3.2 User Interface .................................................................................................. 10

3.2.1 Home screen.................................................................................... 10

3.2.2 Keypads .......................................................................................... 11

3.2.3 Menu structure.................................................................................. 11

4 Installation 12

4.1 Standard equipment......................................................................................... 13

4.1.1 Scope of delivery............................................................................... 13

4.1.2 Unpack the titrator............................................................................. 15

4.1.3 Position the titrator ............................................................................ 15

4.1.4 Adjust the angle of the terminal........................................................... 16

4.1.5 Connect and disconnect the terminal ................................................... 16

4.1.6 Connect the titrator to the power supply ............................................... 16

4.1.7 Disconnect the titrator from the power supply ....................................... 17

4.1.8 Set up the titrator for a general titration................................................. 18

4.1.8.1 Attach the titration stand to the titrator ............................................. 19

4.1.8.2 Swivel the titration stand ............................................................... 19

4.1.8.3 Attaching and removing the titration vessel...................................... 20

4.1.8.4 Recommended positions for sensors, tubes and stirrers.................... 20

4.1.8.5 Connect the compact stirrer ........................................................... 20

4.1.8.6 Connect the measuring electrode ................................................... 21

4.1.8.7 Attaching the electrode arm ........................................................... 21

4.1.8.8 Insert and connect a burette .......................................................... 21

4.1.9 Connect a Rondolino TTL sample changer ........................................... 22

5 Operating the instrument 22

5.1 Start up the titrator and shut down the titrator ...................................................... 22

5.2 Running a general titration................................................................................ 23

5.2.1 Preparation ...................................................................................... 23

5.2.2 Rinsing and filling the burette ............................................................. 24

5.2.3 Calibrating and testing the sensor ....................................................... 24

5.2.3.1 Calibrate the sensor...................................................................... 24

5.2.3.2 Test the pH-sensor ....................................................................... 25

5.2.4 Determining the titer .......................................................................... 25

5.2.5 Run an EQP titration.......................................................................... 26

5.2.5.1 Prepare the sample ...................................................................... 26

5.2.5.2 Configure the method ................................................................... 26

5.2.5.3 Create an indirect shortcut............................................................. 26

5.2.5.4 Perform the analysis..................................................................... 26

5.3 Stopping Methods............................................................................................ 27

5.3.1 Suspending or stopping an ongoing analysis (GT or BI) by the user ....... 27

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6 Transporting the titrator 28

7 Care and maintenance 28

7.1 Cleaning......................................................................................................... 28

7.2 Maintenance ................................................................................................... 29

8 Disposal 29

9 Technical data 30

9.1 Titrator............................................................................................................ 30

9.2 Terminal ......................................................................................................... 30

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1 Introduction

Thank you for choosing a METTLER TOLEDO Titration Excellence titrator. Titration Excellence titrators are
easy-to-operate instruments for titrations.

About this document

This document provides you with the information you need to get started with your METTLER TOLEDO titrator.

For a comprehensive description of the instrument and its functions, refer to the Operating
Instructions, supplied as PDF file on the CD.

The instructions in this document refer to titrators running firmware version 5.2.0 or higher.

If you have any additional questions, contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO dealer or service represen­tative.

u www.mt.com/contact

Conventions and symbols

Refers to an external document.

Note

for useful information about the product.

Elements of instructions

§

Prerequisites

1 Steps
2 ...

ð Intermediate results

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2 Safety information

• Read and understand the information in this User Manual before you use the instrument.

• Keep this User Manual for future reference.

• Include this User Manual if you pass on the instrument to other parties.

If the instrument is not used according to the information in the Operating Instructions or if it is modified, the
safety of the instrument may be impaired and Mettler-Toledo GmbH assumes no liability.

For a comprehensive description of the instrument and its functions, refer to the Operating
Instructions, supplied as PDF file on the CD.

2.1 Definition of signal words and warning symbols

Safety notes are marked with signal words and warning symbols. These show safety issues and warnings.
Ignoring the safety notes may lead to personal injury, damage to the instrument, malfunctions and false
results.

Signal words

WARNING

for a hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in death or severe
injury if not avoided.

CAUTION

for a hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in minor or moderate injury if not
avoided.

NOTICE

for a hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the instrument, other
material damage, malfunctions and erroneous results, or loss of data.

Warning symbols

Electrical shock

Hot surface

2.2 Product-specific safety notes

Intended use

This instrument is designed to be used in laboratories by trained staff. The instrument is suitable for the
processing of reagents and solvents.

Any other type of use and operation beyond the limits of technical specifications without written consent from
Mettler-Toledo GmbH is considered as not intended.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s) and part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Responsibilities of the instrument owner

The instrument owner is the person that uses the instrument for commercial use or places the instrument at
the disposal of the staff. The instrument owner is responsible for product safety and the safety of staff, users
and third parties.

METTLER TOLEDO assume that the instrument owner provides the necessary protective gear, appropriate
training for the daily work and for dealing with potential hazards in their laboratory.

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Safety notes

WARNING

Danger of death or serious injury due to electric shock!

Contact with parts that contain a live current can lead to injury and death.
1 Only use a METTLER TOLEDO power cable and AC adapter designed for your instrument.
2 Connect the power cable to a grounded power outlet.
3 Keep all electrical cables and connections away from liquids.
4 Replace damaged power cables and AC adapters immediately.

CAUTION

Danger of burns due to hot surfaces!

Parts of the cover of the coulometer board can reach temperatures that cause injuries if
touched.

− Do not touch the place marked with the warning symbol.

NOTICE

Danger of damaging the touch screen with pointed or sharp objects!

Pressing on the touch screen with pointed or sharp objects may damage it.

− Operate the touch screen by applying gentle pressure with the pad of your finger.

NOTICE

Danger of damage to the instrument due to incorrect parts!

Using incorrect parts with the instrument can damage the Instrument or cause the instrument
to malfunction.

− Only use parts supplied with the instrument, listed accessories and spare parts from
METTLER TOLEDO.

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3 Design and Function

3.1 Instrument

3.1.1 Overview titrator

1

Burette drive

7

Touchscreen

2

Burette arrestment knob

8

Power button

3

SmartSample reader (SmartSample™)

9

Instrument status light (StatusLight™)

4

Instrument housing

10

Internal magnetic stirrer

5

Terminal status light (StatusLight™)

11

Mounting stations for titration stand

6

USB-connection for data transfer

12

Mounting rail for burettes

3.1.2 StatusLight

The StatusLight provides information about the status of the titrator.

StatusLight Titrator status

Steady, green light The titrator is ready for operation.

Blinking green light The titrator is performing a task.

Steady, orange light The titrator waits for the user to perform an action.

Blinking, orange light The task has been interrupted, for example because a value lies outside

of its limits.

Steady,red light The titrator has an error.

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3.1.3 Terminal

Nr. Name Function

1

Touch screen Displays information and can be used to enter information.

2 Reset button

Ends all tasks that are currently running.

3

Home button Returns you to the home screen from any menu position.

4

StatusLight™ Provides information about the status of the titrator.

5

Info button Accesses the interactive online help for the content of the current dialog.

6

USB A USB connection for data transfer

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3.1.4 Titrator rear panel connections

The overview includes the connections of the main board and the optional plug-in cards.

1

2

3

E

M

No. Plug-in card type Name Use Sensor/Device

E

Coulometer board
(CoulB)*

REF

Reference input to

SENSOR1

For example: DX200

SENSOR1

Sensor types: mV, pH,
ISE, phototrode

For example: DX223

PT1000

PT1000 temperature
sensor

DT1000

GENERATOR

Generator electrode Generator electrode with

diaphragma, generator
electrode without
diaphragma

Safety label for hot
surfaces

Warning that the marked
place can be hot enough
to cause burns.

–

SENSOR2

Sensor types: polarized,
mV, pH, ISE, phototrode

For example: DM143-SC

3

Free – – –

2

Conductivity board
(CB)*

SENSOR

Sensor types: mV, pH,
ISE, phototrode

For example: DGi111­SC

PT1000

PT1000 temperature
sensor

DT1000

CONDCUTIVITY

Conductivity sensor,
Thermotrode

For example: InLab

®

717

COM

Balance/auxiliary device For example: XS

analytical balance

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No. Plug-in card type Name Use Sensor/Device

1

Analog board (AB) /
pH board**

STIRRER PUMP

Stirrer/pump For example: Compact

stirrer/DV704 titration
stand/SP280 pump/
OE06 output expander/
Y-cable

SENSOR1

Sensor types: mV, pH,
ISE, phototrode

For example: DX223

REF

Reference input to

SENSOR1

For example: DX200

PT1000

PT1000 temperature
sensor

DT1000

SENSOR2

Sensor types: polarized,
mV, pH, ISE, phototrode

For example: DM143-SC

COM

Balance/auxiliary device For example: XS

analytical balance

M

Main board (MB)

STIRRER1 PUMP1

Stirrer1/Pump1 For example: Compact

stirrer/DV704 titration
stand/SP280 pump/
OE06 output expander/
Y-cable

STIRRER2 PUMP2

Stirrer2/Pump2 For example: Compact

stirrer/DV704 titration
stand/SP280 pump/
OE06 output expander/
Y-cable

TTL-I/O

TTL input/output/
auxiliary device

For example: T-Box/
RondolinoTTL/Stromboli

COM1

Balance/auxiliary device For example: Analytical

Balance/TV6

COM2

Balance/sample
changer/auxiliary device

For example: Analytical
Balance/TV6

USB PC

PC For example: LabX

USB 1

Printer/barcode reader/
memory stick/USB hub/
autosampler

For example: InMotion
Autosampler/
InMotionKF/USB-P25

USB 2

Printer/barcode reader/
memory stick/USB hub/
autosampler

For example: InMotion
Autosampler/
InMotionKF/USB-P25

ETHERNET

Network For example: LabX

POWER SUPPLY

AC adapter AC adapter

CAN OUT

CAN connection Dosing unit

TERMINAL

Terminal Terminal

* Not part of the scope of delivery

** Not part of the scope of delivery for T5C

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