Thank you for purchasing our PC 700 series benchtop meter.
This microprocessor-based meter is economical and simple to
use. The design incorporates a large LCD for clear viewing, yet
offers a small footprint to conserve space.
The PC 700 measures pH, mV (ORP), conductivity, or TDS
simultaneously with temperature (ºC or ºF).
Each meter includes a convenient slide-out card for quick
reference. Also included is an electrode arm and metal bracket
which can be easily attached to the left or right side of the meter
according to your preference.
The PC 700 benchtop meter replaces our popular pH/CON 510
series meter that was introduced in 2000.
We take great pride in every instrument we manufacture
and hope this one serves you well.
Powers the meter on and off. Upon power on, the meter
automatically begins in the mode that was last used.
Calibration and memory values are retained even if meter
is unplugged.
Toggle between available measurement modes—
pH/Temp, mV/Temp, Conductivity/Temp, or TDS/Temp.
Also used to switch to Temperature calibration during pH,
mV, Conductivity or TDS calibration modes.
Press and hold for 5 seconds to enter SETUP mode.
Toggles between measurement and calibration modes.
In SETUP mode, returns user to the measurement mode.
Confirms calibration values in CAL mode.
Confirms selections in SETUP mode.
Changes Con/TDS range and resolution in MEAS mode.
View recalled values in memory mode.
MI (Memory Insert) stores values into memory.
Increase value. Scroll up in SETUP & CAL modes.
MR (Memory Recall) recalls values from memory
Decrease value. Scroll down in SETUP & CAL modes.
Freezes measured reading. Press again to resume
live reading.
The PC 700 includes an electrode with a nominal cell constant of k
= 1.0, built-in temperature sensor, and 1 meter cable. The Ultem
body housing has good chemical resistant properties. The
electrode design offers fast temperature response and reduces air
entrapment, ensuring accurate, repeatable, and stable readings.
he wetted materials of the probe include:
T
Polyetherimide (Ultem) – protective probe guard
Polybutylterphalate (Valox) – sensor housing
Stainless Steel (SS 304) – 2 bands
The protective probe guard can be removed temporarily for
cleaning however it must be re-attached during measurement and
calibration. Erroneous results will occur while the probe guard
is removed.
Always immerse the probe beyond upper steel band for best
results. Use the fill line on the outside of the probe guard for
reference.
4. PH AND MV CALIBRATION
4.1 pH Calibration
For best results, periodic calibration with known accurate standards
recommended. Calibrate with standards that bracket your intended
measuring range while including a neutral standard (pH 7.00 or 6.86).
For example, if you expect to measure samples from
c
alibration with 4.01, 7.00, and 10.01 will work well.
The PC 700 meter can be calibrated with up to 5 buffers. The
non-vola
down.
The follo
tile memory retains all calibration values upon meter shut
wing calibration standards are automatically recognized;
Dip the pH and ATC electrodes into pH buffer and press 2)
. The
secondary display will lock on the appropriate buffer value. Provide
ing for best results. When the READY indicator appears, prstirress
to accept. The primary reading will flash briefly before the
secondary display begins scrolling the remaining available buffers.
3)r.
Rinse the pH and ATC electrodes then dip into the next pH buffe
The secondary display will lock on the approate buffer value.
When the READY indicator appears, press
pri
to accept. The
primary reading will flash briefly then display the percent efficiency
(slope) before the secondary display begins scrolling the remaining
available buffers.
4)
To calibrate another buffer repeat step 3) or press
to return to
the measurement mode. Note: The meter will automatically return
to measurement mode upon successful completion of the numbe
specified calibration points. To spec
ify a different number of pH
calibration points see Section 9.6.
IPS: A single poT
int (offset) calibration is only allowed with pH 7.00 or
pH 6.86 buffers.
When the first calibration value is acce
ca
all priorlibration values are erased.
ress P
at any time to abort calibration and return to measurement
Oxidization Reduction Potential (ORP or Redox) is not a precise
measurement, but is useful as a relative indicator. As such, mV offset
adjustment is not meant to enhance accuracy, but rather to make
readings comparable to a reference. Commercial ORP solutions are
often used as a check s
verified to be close to a given value, instea of being used as a
calibration standard in which adjustments made in an attempt to
match the ORP value.
tandard in which a meter/electrode system are
d
are
nect an ORP electrode and press as needed to select
1) Con
(or R.mV).
2) Dip the ORP el
(i.e. Zobel, Light’s, quinhydrone, or iodidetriiodide) and stir.
3) Press when the reading is stablehe primadisplay shows
the relative millivolt value (R.m ) whihe seconry display sho
factory default mV value.
the
Adjust the R.mV value using
) or . Press 4 to accept or
to cancel. The meter allows an adjustable maximum value of
150± mV from the factory default mV value.
Note: When an offset has been stored successfully, R.mV replac
mV.
ectrode into a solution with a known mV value
. Try
Vle tdaws
mV
es
5. CONDUCTIVITY AND TDS CALIBRATION
5.1 Automatic or Manual Calibration
The PC 700 is capable of automatic or manual calibration for
conductivity, and manual calibration for TDS.
In the automatic calibration mode, the meter will automatically se
one of (4) conductivity calibration standard values depending on the
range and normalization temperature being used (TABLE 1).
t primary reading will flash briefly before returning to measuremen
1) Press
as needed to select conductivity (μS or mS) or TDS
(ppm or ppt) calibration.
2) Dip the electrode into the calibration standard and press
.
Provide stirring for best results.
The primary display will show the current reading,3) while the
secondary display will be the factory default value. Adjust the
conductivity or TDS reading using or . Press to
accept. The primary reading will flash briefly before returning to
measurement mode upon successful calibration.
5.6 Temperature Calibration
The thermistor sensor used for automatic temperature compensation
and measurement is accurate and stable, so frequent calibration isn’t
reqmended upon probe
uired. Temperature calibration is recom
replacemewhenever the temperature reading is suspect, or if
nt,
matching against a certified thermometer is desired.
1) n with a known accurate temperature
Place the probe into a solutio
such as a constant temperatur
2) Press
followed by . The primary display shows the
e bath.
measured temperature while the secondary display shows the
factory default temperature.
1) Rinse the electrode with de-ionized or distilled water before use
to remove any impurities. Gently shake excess water droplets.
2) Dip the pro
(utilize the fill line on the out
reference).
3) Allow time for the reading to stabilize. Note the reading on the displa
The clear yellow protective probe guard must be attached durin
measurement. Erroneous results will occur while the probe guard is
removed.
6.2 Automatic and Manual Ranging
The PC 700 automatically selects the optimum range in which your
readings appear. Refer to TABLE 1 for a list of the available ranges.
be into the sample beyond the upper steel band
side of the probe guard for
y.
g
To turn-off automatic ranging, press
that manual ranging is active. To manually
press
again. After range 5, automatic ranging is resumed.
. MEAS will flash, indicating
select the next range,
F(ror example, a reading of 465 μS will automatically settle in range 3
3). Using manual range advancement this will read as 0.47 mS in
range 4 (r4), and 0.5 mS in range 5 (r5).
Automatic ranging is typically used since this will always provide the
best resolution.
For prolonged observation of a reading, press during
measurement mode to freeze the display. The “HOLD” indicator will
display when the reading is held. To release the held value and
resume measurement, press
memory by pressing
.
again or insert the held value into
8. STORING AND RECALLING DATA
The PC 700 can retain up to 100 data points into memory for
later retrieval.
1) In the measurement mode, press
into memory. The stored memory location value (StO) is briefly
displayed.
2) To recall data from memory, press
recent stored data is displayed first. Press or to select the
location of the desired data, then press to accept.
3) Press to return to the stored data location. Press to return
to measurement mode. To erase stored data, see Section 9.15.
Use the setup feature to customize your instrument operation. First,
select the appropriate measurement mode you wish to adjust by
pressing
Conductivity, or TDS). During measurement, press and hold
seconds to enter SETUP mode of the parameter being measured.
Press
Press to select the program or confirm selection.
Press
9.1 1.0 CAL (Calibration)
9.2 2.0 ELE (Electrode Information)
TIP: When multiple pH slopes exist, the slope that is available to view
will depend on the measured value before entering SETUP mode.
For example, if pH calibration values pH 4.01, 7.00 and 10.01 were
completed, there will be two slope values; one that corresponds to pH
values below 7.00 and another that corresponds to pH values above
7.00. If the measured pH value was 5.23 when setup mode was
entered, the pH slope that corresponds to values lower than 7.00 will
be available to view. If no calibration is stored, the offset will be 0.0
mV and the slope is 100%.
until the desired units are displayed (i.e. pH, mV,
or to change programs or change options.
to go back one level or return to measurement mode.
Press
Press
Press to view % slope (SLP)—pH mode.
Press
and TDS modes.
to view stored calibration points.
to view mV offset (OFS)—mV and pH modes.
to view cell efficiency in each range—conductivity
See Sectio for more detaatic Conductivity Calibration.
n 5.1ils on Autom
ress
. P
only9.11
Press or to select “Yes” (Automatic) or “No” (Manual).
Press to confirm.
9.12 3.8Po
See Sectio for details o
SPC (Single int Calibration)—Con & TDS only
n 5.2
ress
. P
n Single Point & Multi Point Calibration.
Press or to select “Yes” (Single) or “No” (Multi).
Press to confirm.
9.13 3.8Noal
CELL (min Cell Constant)—Con & TDS only
The PC 700 includes a probe with a nominal cell constant (k) of 1.0.
Use prob k parately) for improved
performa ce in extreme sample ranges. Use this setup function to
change the cell constant if necessary. Meter default is 1.0 to m
es with = 0.1 and 10 (sold se
n
atch the
included probe.
k = 0.1 ideal for low measurements <20 µS (<10 ppm).
k = 1.0 ideal for mid-range measurements
k = 10 ideal for high measurements >20 mS (>10 ppt).
You can calibrate TDS using the value of the calibration standard solution
at a standard temperature such as 25 ºC. To determine the conductivityto-TDS conversion factor use the following formula:
Factor = Actual TDS ÷ Actual Conductivity @ 25 ºC
Actual TDS: Value from the solution bottle label or as a
standard made using high purity water and precisely weighed
salts.
ppm = milligram of salt(s) per liter of water = mg/L
ppt = gram of salt(s) per liter of water = g/L
Actual Conductivity: Value measured using a properly
calibrated Conductivity/Temperature meter.
Both the Actual TDS and the Actual Conductivity values must be in the
same magnitude of units. For example, if the TDS value is in ppm the
conductivity value must be in µS; if the TDS value is in ppt the conductivity
value must be in mS.
Check your factor by multiplying the conductivity reading by the factor in
the above formula. The result should be in TDS value.
When the TDS factor is set to 1.0, Conductivity = TDS.
This meter is supplied with a warranty against significant deviations in
material and workmanship for a period of THREE years from date of
purchase whereas probe with a SIX month warranty.
If repair or adjustment is necessary and has not been the result of abuse
or misuse within the designated period, please return – freight prepaid –
and correction will be made without charge. Eutech Instruments/Oakton
Instruments will determine if the product problem is due to deviations or
customer misuse.
Out of warranty products will be repaired on a charged basis.
The warranty on your instrument shall not apply to defects resulting from:
Improper or inadequate maintenance by customer
Unauthorized modification or misuse
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