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Operation Manual

Professional Benchtop

pH meter

BP3001

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INTRODUCTION

Your purchase of this professional bench-top pH meter marks a step forward for you into the field of precision measurement. Although this meter is a complex and delicate instrument; its usability will allow many years of use if proper operating techniques are observed and practiced.

Please read the following instructions carefully and always keep this manual within easy reach.

1. FEATURES:

• Multiple display of pH, temperature simultaneously

• Automatic buffer recognition with built in ISO and NIST standard

• Manual setting of customize buffer standard

• 5 points calibration

• Hold or freeze display function

• 99 memory with real time clock recording

• Maximum and minimum data review

• RS232 online data logging to PC

2. CONTENT:

Carefully unpack the box. It should contain the following items:

a. Main unit b. Combination pH electrode with built-in temperature sensor c. Electrode stand d. AC – DC adaptor (Non-universal, for local power point use only) e. RS232 PC communication kit f. Operations manual

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3. SPECIFICATION:

Range

0 to 14 pH

±1999mV 0 to 90ºC

Resolution

0.01pH

0.1mV ~199.9 1mV ~1999

0.1ºC

Accuracy

±0.02pH

±0.2mV ~199.9

±2mV ~1999

±0.5ºC

Calibration

5 point selectable

Operating voltage

9 to 12VDC, min. 650mA

Operating temperature

5 to 40ºC

Storage temperature

-20 to 60ºC

Operating humidity

Up to 95% RH

Meter size

217 x 168 x 58mm

Package size Package weight

2.1kg

4. PRODUCT ASSEMBLY:

Turn anti-clockwise to

loosen arm to adjust angle,

turn clockwise to lock arm

into position

Place meter’s left corner onto the

STAND-BASE to set into position.

Electrode stand can be set on the

right corner of meter as desired

Complete the stand-assembly by

pushing the arm into the top hole of the STAND-BASE fully to lock

Electrodes holder

Cable holder

STAND-BASE

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5. ELECTRODE & SENSORS

The pH electrode is one of the important sensing elements in the pH measuring system. Understanding and maintaining the electrode in good conditions will ensure consistent and accurate measurement all the time.

5.1 The supplied pH electrode is a plastic body combination sealed general-purpose electrode with build in temperature sensor.

5.2 There are specialized electrodes for different purpose and for measuring different liquid. This general-purpose electrode should only be used to measure city water. It is not made for measuring ultra-pure water, high viscosity liquid, cream, oil or solvent based liquid. Specialized electrode can be purchased separately for your specific needs.

5.3 The pH electrode is an electro-chemistry sensor that contains special chemicals and a pH sensitive glass bulb. The glass bulb is half of the measuring element and must be kept wet to enhance speed of measurement. If the sensor is dried out, it will take a longer time to get hydrated. The other measuring element is the reference element, which contain concentrated chemical with a liquid bridge of porous fiber, allowing controlled contact with the measuring liquid. In order to keep both sensors in ideal condition; the electrode is constantly soaked in a specially formulated liquid concentrate.

5.4 Before using the electrode,

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unscrew the soaker bottle then

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remove the cap. Rinse the sensor area with distilled water

several times before proceeding with testing.

5.5 After using the electrode, first put back

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the cap then

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screw

the bottle into place tightly to prevent leakage.

PRECAUTION ON USE

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Do not touch or scratch the pH glass sensor. It is fragile and delicate.

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Do not clean sensor with alcohol.

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Never use distilled water for storage.

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Store the electrode in the storage solution.

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Always rinse the electrode with distilled water before and after each test.

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6. BACK PANEL CONNECTION:

7. DISPLAY PANEL:

1 – Measurement functions indicator 2 – Units of measurement 3 – Indicates reading with automatic temperature compensation 4 – Sub-display for Temperature display or program number in

SETUP mode or buffer standard in CALIBRATION mode. 5 – Real time clock in “Year-Month-Date / Hour : Minute : Second” 6 – Memory data counter and CALIBRATION mode indicator 7 – Memory recall / review indicator:

MEM – Flash momentarily while data is being saved MAX – Maximum reading of all saved data displayed MIN – Minimum reading of all saved data displayed REC – Flashing while recall mode is initiated

HOLD – Display put on hold READY – When the READY feature is enabled, during measurement it will

flash, indicating measurement in progress. When stopped,

indicates reading has stabilized.

Socket for RS232 cable

for PC data transfer

AC-DC Adaptor

(Non-universal, connect to your local power point only)

Socket for earth

grounding

BNC socket for

pH/ORP electrode

Socket for temperature probe

Socket for

Analog Output

Analog Recorder output

using sub-

miniature 2.5mm

phone jack (not supplied)

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8. KEY PAD PANEL

Get familiarized with the key buttons will help you to operate the meter with ease.

ON-OFF & SETUP KEY

1. Press to switch ON or OFF the meter

2. Press and hold down to enter SETUP mode

CALIBRATION & EXIT KEY

1. Press to enter CALIBRATION mode

2. During SETUP or RECALL mode, press to EXIT

HOLD KEY & RECALL KEY

1. Press to freeze or put display on hold. Press again to release.

2. Press and hold down to enter RECALL mode

MODE KEY & MOVE-UP/SELECT KEY

1. Press to switch display mode between pH and mV

2. During setting, press to move digit up or next selection

MEMORY SAVE KEY & MOVE-DOWN / SELECT KEY

1. Press to save current reading into memory

2. During setting, press to move digit down or previous selection

CONFIRM KEY, MAXIMUM / MINIMUM DISPLAY KEY & TEMPERATURE SET KEY

1. During CALIBRATION or SETUP setting, press to confirm setting.

2. While in RECALL mode, press to display maximum and again for minimum reading of all saved data.

3. When making measurement without temperature mode, press and hold down to enter temperature adjustment mode.

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9. SETTING UP THE UNIT:

9.1 Before you begin using the unit, it is important to define your measuring requirements. These will allow the unit to display accurately on the condition of sample that is being measured.

9.2 After the unit is switched ON, press and hold down the key until display shows tr

trtr

tr.

9.3 Press to go to next parameter and for previous parameter. Below are the description of each parameter setting:

(Anytime during setup, press to cancel or return to measuring mode)

(P1

P1P1

P1.0000) DATA TRANSMISSION TO PERSONAL COMPUTER

This setting allows you to download saved memory data to PC via the RS232 connection.

1. Download a free software from the internet at the below link:

http://www.eltima.com/download/rs232-data-logger

2. Connect the RS232 cable to the back of the meter and PC RS232

socket. Optional USB interface connector can be used.

3. Install and RUN the application on the PC.

4. Under Available ports, select the com port meter is connected to.

5. Click to select file location and type file name then click save.

6. Set Baud-rate to 9600, Data-bits to 8, Parity to non, Stop-bits to 1,

Flow control to non and Click

7. Press on the meter and display will show

out

outout

out

(P1

P1P1

P1.1111)

flashing, PC will indicate transmission in progress.

8. When transmission is completed, display will return to tr P1

tr P1tr P1

tr P1.0000.

9. On the PC, click and a text file will be created.

10. Locate the directory and open the file in text format. Data is

display with time and date for analysis.

11. Press to go to next parameter.

Clr

(P2

P2P2

P2.0000) CLEAR MEMORY

This setting will clear all the saved memory in the unit.

1. Press and display will show nnnno

o o

o (P2

P2P2

P2.1111) flashing.

2. Press once to select between YES

YESYES

YES or no

nono

no. If you select YES

YESYES

YES

and press , all memory will be cleared. Otherwise select no

nono

then press , display will return to CLr

CLrCLr

CLr (P2

P2P2

P2.0000).

3. Press to go to next parameter.

. . .

Start logging

Stop logging

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Ele

(P3

P3P3

P3.0000) REVIEW OF ELECTRODE STATUS

This setting allows you to review the last calibration information about the electrode conditions.

1. There are 5 calibration points for review in the follow order:

SAVED DATA NIST Buffer range

ISO/ Custom Buffer range

P3.1

% of Calibration slope 0.00 to 4.01 0.00 to 4.50

P3.2

% of Calibration slope 4.02 to 6.86 4.51 to 7.00

P3.3

% of Calibration slope 6.87 to 9.18 7.01 to 9.50

P3.4

% of Calibration slope 9.18 to 14.00 9.51 to 14.00

P3.5

Calibration offset value in mili-volt (mV)

2. Press and display will show value in percentage (%) for

P3P3

P3.1111. Repeat for the next value, in the above table order.

3. A good electrode should have a value of above 75% and below

115%. Otherwise, the electrode should be replaced.

4. At P3.5, display will show the calibrated offset value in mV. A good

electrode should have a value not greater than ±60mV. Otherwise, the electrode should be replaced.

5. Press to return to ELE

ELEELE

ELE (P3

P3P3

P3.0000)

6. Press to go to next parameter.

Buf

(P4

P4P4

P4.0000) BUFFER CALIBRATION STANDARD

This setting allows you to select ISO, NIST or customized buffer standard. Factory preset is ISO standard.

ISO (iiiiSo

SoSo

So) buffer standards are pH1.68, 7.00, 4.01, 10.01, 12.45 and

NIST (nnnniiiiSt

StSt

St) buffer standards are pH1.68, 4.01, 6.86, 9.18 and 12.45,

which are preset in this meter, and will be automatically recognized during calibration. Select customize (CUSt

CUStCUSt

CUSt) if you have other standards other than Nist

buffer solutions. This will allow you to set each calibration point to the standard buffer solution available, which are about to calibrate.

1. Press and display will show CUSt

CUStCUSt

CUSt (P4

P4P4

P4.1111) flashing.

2. Press once to select IIIISO

SOSO

SO, n

n n

niiiiSt

StSt

St or CUSt

CUStCUSt

CUSt. Press and

display will return to BuF

BuFBuF

BuF (P4

P4P4

P4.0000).

3. Press to go to next parameter.

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Rdy

(P6

P6P6

P6.0000) STABILITY INDICATOR

This setting allows you to switch ON or OFF the stabilized reading indicator. Whenever the READY sign appear on the top left corner of the display, it indicates that a stable reading has reached. This will be helpful to eliminate guesswork. In some case, especially where the reading is very slow in response, switch OFF the indicator for independent user’s judgment. Factory preset is ON.

1. Press and display will show yES

yESyES

yES (P6

P6P6

P6.1) with flashing.

2. Press to select between yES

yESyES

yES or no

nono

3. Set to no

nono

no and press to disable endpoint indicator, display

will return to Rdy

RdyRdy

Rdy (P6

P6P6

P6.0000)

4. Press to go to next parameter.

Un it

(P7

P7P7

P7.0000) UNIT OF MEASUREMENT

This setting allows you to set the unit of measurement for temperature. Factory preset is in °C.

1. Press and display will show Unit

UnitUnit

Unit (P7

P7P7

P7.1111) with CCCC flashing.

2. Press to change between FFFFor CCCC.

3. Press to confirm setting, display will return to Unit

UnitUnit

Unit (P7

P7P7

P7.0000).

4. Press to go to next parameter.

Rtc

(P8

P8P8

P8.0000) REAL TIME CLOCK

This setting allow you to change the date in Year-Month-Date and time in Hour:Minute:Second on the unit.

1. Press and display will show rtc

rtcrtc

rtc (P8

P8P8

P8.1111) with 2 digit flashing

below Y-year.

2. Press or to change the value of Year.

3. Press to confirm, display will show rtc

rtcrtc

rtc (P8

P8P8

P8.2222) with the next

2-digit flashing below M-month.

4. Repeat step 2 to 3 to change each setting in the following sequence

of Day(P8

P8P8

P8.3333), Hour(P8

P8P8

P8.4444), Minute(P8

P8P8

P8.5555) and Second(P8

P8P8

P8.6666).

5. After confirming the last setting, display will return to rtc

rtcrtc

rtc (P8

P8P8

P8.0000)

6. Press to go to next parameter.

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RST

(P9

P9P9

P9.0000) MASTER RESET

This setting allows you to reset the unit to the original factory’s default.

Original factory default: buf

bufbuf

buf (P4

P4P4

P4.0000) = iiiiSo

SoSo

So rdY

rdYrdY

rdY (P6

P6P6

P6.0000) = yes

yesyes

yes

1. Press and display will show no

nono

no (P9

P9P9

P9.1111) flashing.

2. Press to select between YES

YESYES

YES or no

nono

no. If you select YES

YESYES

YES and

press , all setting will be cleared and reset to original factory default. Otherwise select no then press and display will return to rSt

rStrSt

rSt (P9

P9P9

P9.0000).

3. Press to return to beginning.

9.4 After completing setup, press to exit SETUP.

10. CALIBRATION:

10.1 Prepare standard solutions of at least 2 calibration points. If

measurements are to be made in the acidic range, select 2 points between pH0 to 7. If measurements are made in the alkaline range, then select between pH7 to 14. If full range is required, calibrate at least 3 to 5 calibration points between pH0 to 14.

10.2 Buffer standard must be set during SETUP in page 7, BuF

BuFBuF

BuF (P4

P4P4

P4.0000).

10.3 Standard solutions are in 3 groups of standards – ISO, Nist and

custom standards.

ISO buffer standards are pH7.00, 4.01 and 10.01

NIST buffer standards are pH1.68, 4.01, 6.86, 9.18 and 12.45

Custom standards can be defined by manually set the buffer standard.

10.4 Do keep in mind that buffer standards are specified at 25°C.

Calibration value should set to the exact value as the buffer solution value correlate to the current calibration temperature.

* Calibration should be performed as

frequently as possible

to ensure accurate measurement, depending on the

frequency of tests performed. Additional calibration

solution should be purchased for future needs.

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Calibration with ISO Standard

10.5 Make sure the unit is properly installed and electrode connected.

10.6 Press and display will show CAL

CALCAL

CAL flashing on the left,

indicating it is in calibration mode.

10.7 This meter has an internal setting of automatic buffer recognition on

the ISO Standard. Always begin with “Offset” calibration first.

10.8 Rinse the pH electrodes in distilled water then dip in the buffer

solution. First Offset buffer (pH7.00) then subsequently slope buffer.

10.9 Main display will show the current measured value and the bottom

sub-display will show the buffer value. Value will vary according to temperature listed below table:

ISO standard buffer solution Temperature

(°C)

Slope

1.68

Offset

7.00

Slope

4.01

Slope

10.01

Slope

12.45

0 1.67 7.11 4.00 10.32 13.43

5 1.67 7.08 4.00 10.25 13.21 10 1.67 7.06 4.00 10.18 13.00 15 1.67 7.03 4.00 10.12 12.81 20 1.68 7.01 4.00 10.06 12.63

25 1.68 7.00 4.01 10.01 12.45

30 1.69 6.98 4.02 9.97 12.29 35 1.69 6.98 4.02 9.93 12.13 40 1.70 6.97 4.03 9.89 11.99 45 1.70 6.97 4.04 9.86 11.84 50 1.71 6.97 4.06 9.83 11.70

10.10 If the sub-display does not automatically recognize a buffer, it means the electrode could be defective or the buffer solution is wrong. Calibration cannot proceed until they are rectified.

10.11 When the READY sign appear on the top left corner, it means you are ready to confirm the setting. Wait another 10 seconds, if the reading is not stable, READY sign will disappear. Wait again till it appears.

10.12 Press to to confirm and display will flash and reading will revert to raw data, while sub-display alternate between buffer standard.

10.13 Repeat step 10.8 to 10.12 subsequently up to 4 Slope calibrations.

10.14 After confirming the final calibration point, press to exit calibration mode and return to normal reading.

Always rinses the electrode with distilled water before and after each

test. This is to prevent solution carry over or cross contamination.

Standard solutions must maintain highest purity; otherwise the

meter’s accuracy could be compromised.

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Calibration with Nist Standard (if you have NIST buffer solution)

10.15 Make sure the unit is properly installed and electrode connected.

10.16 Press and display will show CAL

CALCAL

CAL flashing on the left,

indicating it is in calibration mode.

10.17 This meter has an internal setting of automatic buffer recognition on the Nist Standard. Always begin with “Offset” calibration first.

10.18 Rinse the pH electrodes in distilled water then dip in the buffer solution. First Offset buffer (pH6.86) then subsequently slope buffer.

10.19 Main display will show the current measured value and the bottom sub-display will show the buffer value. Value will vary according to temperature listed below table:

NIST standard buffer solution Temperature

(°C)

Slope

1.68

Slope

4.01

Offset

6.86

Slope

9.18

Slope

12.45

0 1.67 4.01 6.98 9.47 13.43

5 1.67 4.00 6.95 9.38 13.21 10 1.67 4.00 6.92 9.32 13.00 15 1.67 4.00 6.90 9.27 12.81 20 1.68 4.00 6.88 9.22 12.63

25 1.68 4.01 6.86 9.18 12.45

30 1.69 4.01 6.85 9.14 12.29 35 1.69 4.02 6.84 9.10 12.13 40 1.70 4.03 6.84 9.07 11.99 45 1.70 4.04 6.83 9.04 11.84 50 1.71 4.06 6.83 9.01 11.70

10.20 If the sub-display does not automatically recognize a buffer, it means the electrode could be defective or the buffer solution is wrong. Calibration cannot proceed until they are rectified.

10.21 When the READY sign appear on the top left corner, it means you are ready to confirm the setting. Wait another 10 seconds, if the reading is not stable, READY sign will disappear. Wait again till it appears.

10.22 Press to to confirm and display will flash and reading will revert to raw data, while sub-display alternate between buffer standard.

10.23 Repeat step 10.18 to 10.22 subsequently up to 4 Slope calibrations.

10.24 After confirming the final calibration point, press to exit calibration mode and return to normal reading.

Always rinses the electrode with distilled water before and after each

test. This is to prevent solution carry over or cross contamination.

Standard solutions must maintain highest purity; otherwise the

meter’s accuracy could be compromised.

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Calibration with Custom Standard

10.25 Make sure the unit is properly installed and electrode connected.

10.26 Press and display will show CAL

CALCAL

CAL flashing on the left,

indicating it is in calibration mode to make an Offset point calibration.

10.27 Rinse the pH electrodes in distilled water then into the buffer solution for Offset calibration or the slope buffer on continuity.

10.28 Main display will show the current measured value and the bottom sub-display will show 2222.00

0000

00 or the previous value on continuity.

10.29 Press to select the value nearest to the calibration solution. The preset custom standards are 2222.00

0000

00, 4444.50

5050

50, 7777.00

0000

00, 9999.50

5050

50 and 12

1212

12..50

.50.50

.50.

10.30 After selecting the nearest value, press or to adjust to the exact value as the buffer solution at the current temperature being used.

10.31 Press to confirm and display will flash then revert to raw data.

10.32 Now you are ready to make Slope point calibration. Repeat step

10.27 to 10.31 in sequence. You can calibrate up to 4 slope points.

10.33 At least 2 calibration points (offset & slope) must be established in one session of calibration. Otherwise, erroneous reading will result.

10.34 Only upon completing the entire session of calibration, press to exit calibration mode and to begin measurement.

11. MAKING PH MEASUREMENT:

pH measurement with ATC (Automatic Temperature Compensation on sensor error)

11.1 This meter comes with an electrode with built in temperature sensor. Plug in the BNC and mini-phone connector as in section 6 of page4. The ATC sign will appear on the display.

11.2 Remove the electrode bottle carefully as in 5.4 of page3. Rinse probe in distilled water before each test. Shake the electrode with a snap motion, the way you would to a mercury thermometer and dip it into the test solution, stir to remove any bubbles.

11.3 Once a reading is stabilized and the READY sign appear. You may record the measurement.

Note on Measurements and Analysis:

Each type of liquid has its own pH value varies at different temp

erature.

ATC measurement only compensates for the pH sensor’s error, it does not

compensate for the pH variation due to temperature fluctuation in the liquid.

Therefore, each test should be made at the same temperature if possible or

recorded with temperature reading for a comprehensive analysis.

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pH measurement without ATC (Manual temperature compensation on sensor error)

11.4 If an alternative specialized electrode is used without the temperature sensor, then the ATC jack should not be connected. Manual setting of the temperature should be made as follow:

11.5 Press and hold down until CAL

CALCAL

CAL appears in a flashing mode.

11.6 Press and to change to the temperature of test liquid.

11.7 Press to confirm and display will return to measuring mode.

11.8 Proceed to perform tests as 11.1 to 11.3. Whenever a temperature sensor is used, measurement will resume ATC. When it is removed, the manually set temperature will resume until you reset it.

12. MAKING REDOX(ORP) MEASUREMENT:

12.1 Disconnect and remove the pH electrode and temperature probe. Connect with the Redox/ORP electrode. Temperature has no effect on ORP readings and therefore, not required during measurement.

12.2 Rinse the sensor in distilled water then in the test liquid. Stir to remove bubbles and wait for a stabilized reading.

12.3 When the READY sign appears, a stable reading has established.

12.4 Depending on the liquid that is measured, some volatile liquid may take as long as 20 minutes or even longer time to be stabilized. Therefore, even the READY sign appears; the endpoint reading should be determined by individual experience in such case.

13. DATA MEMORY:

13.1 This meter can save up to 99 data with real time clock with either pH or ORP measurements.

13.2 After a reading has been acquired, press to save reading into memory. Display will flash and memory counter shows 01

0101

01.

RECALL MEMORY:

13.3 To review the saved data, press and hold down to enter RECALL mode.

13.4 Press or to review each data.

13.5 Press to review minimum reading over all saved data, and again to review maximum over saved data and again to return to review mode in a cyclical sequence.

13.6 After reviewing, press to exit reviewing mode.

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14. ONLINE DATA LOGGING TO PC:

14.1 This unit can be linked to any computer via the RS232 connection port to perform real time online data logging on the computer.

14.2 Data will be collected at defined intervals and a graph will be plotted.

14.3 Connect the RS232 mini phone jack connector to the back of the meter and the RS232 jack to the COM1 or 2….8 computer socket. (optional USB connector can be purchased and used)

14.4 Insert the PC connect CDROM to begin software installation.

14.5 Run the setup program.

14.6 After loading completed, run the program.

14.7 Read the instructions under help for detail setting.

15. TROUBLESHOOTING:

Problem Cause & Remedy

Cannot switch on 1. Check A/C adaptor connection Unstable reading or slow response

1. Ground loop in solution – make measurement in a cup or container.

2. Electrode is clogged.

3. Electrode could be expired.

4. Electromagnetic interference - move to another location to perform test.

Reading does not change

1. Broken pH glass sensor with micro-crack.

2. HOLD function is activated. Press to

release. Wrong date & time

Backup battery has expired. Contact your dealer to replace new ones.

16. ERROR CODE:

Code Cause & Remedy

E02 Value is out of the lower measuring range E03 Value is out of the upper measuring range E04 Original data error – return for repair E12

Factory calibration error – Perform Master Reset page 9

rst

rstrst

rst

E13 Slope or Offset is out of range

– Wrong pH buffer/standard use or defective electrode. – Perform Master Reset page 9

rst

rstrst

rst

if problem persist.

E31

Measuring circuit failure – Perform Master Reset page 9

rst

rstrst

rst

E32 IC memory failure – return for repair

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WARRANTY:

Trans Instruments (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., warranties this product for a period of 12 months for main unit and 3 months for probe or sensors from date of purchase; against all defects in material and workmanship. This warranty does not apply to the abuse or misuse of the instrument. If repairs or adjustments are required, please return the defective product freight prepaid. Instrument within warranty will be repaired at no charge.

Make sure that the product is properly packed and insured against possible damage or loss in shipment. Purchase invoice MUST be accompanied in returned product or else warranty is considered void.

Please obtain authorization from Trans Instruments (Singapore) Pte Ltd. Directly or through your local sales representatives prior to returning the product. Trans Instruments staff can be contacted at the following email address or through our web-page contacts:

[email protected]

(Singapore) Pte Ltd

email: [email protected]

Website: www.transinstrumnets.com

ISO9001 Certified Firm

Rev-4 July2014

PRINTED IN SINGAPORE

Quality checked in Singapore

CALIBRATION CERTIFICATE

Product: Professional Bench-top pH meter BP3001 Measuring range: 0 to 14 pH Calibration point(s): 7.00, 4.01, 10.01 Test point(s): 7.00, 4.01, 10.01 Accuracy achieved: ±0.02 (Complete system, meter + probe)

CL Teh

Trans Instruments (S) Pte. Ltd.

certified that the above products underwent stringent

calibration in accordance with Trans Instruments product manufacturing standards

and work procedures and the result of inspection or

testing for calibration meets the

product specifications above. The standard solutions use for the calibration

procedure was tested by instrument which is traceable to the US National Institute

for Standards & Technology standard, under ambient conditions.

This certificate validates the product at the point of production. A complete pH

system will require regular calibration from time to time. A traceable pH b

uffer

solution should be used for continual re-calibration.