VOLTCRAFT KBM-110 User guide

Operating manual

EN KBM-110

pH Tester

BNC connection

Waterproof

Precise and fast

Table of contents

Table of contents
1	Legal address of the manufacturer	................................................................................................... 4
2	About this documentation .................................................................................................................	5
2.1	Foreword...............................................................................................................................................	5
2.2	Purpose of the document......................................................................................................................	5
2.3	Correctness of content..........................................................................................................................	5
2.4	Layout of this document........................................................................................................................	5
2.5	Further information ...............................................................................................................................	6
3	Safety ...................................................................................................................................................	7
3.1	Explanation of safety symbols ..............................................................................................................	7
3.2	Foreseeable misuse .............................................................................................................................	7
3.3	Safety instructions ................................................................................................................................	8
3.4	Intended use .........................................................................................................................................	9
3.5	Qualified personnel...............................................................................................................................	9
4	Description ........................................................................................................................................	10
4.1	Scope of delivery ................................................................................................................................	10
4.2	Job description....................................................................................................................................	10
5	The product at a glance ...................................................................................................................	11
5.1	The KBM-110......................................................................................................................................	11
5.2	Display elements ................................................................................................................................	11
5.3	Operating elements ............................................................................................................................	11
5.4	Connections........................................................................................................................................	12
6	Bases for measurement ...................................................................................................................	13
6.1	pH measurement ................................................................................................................................	13
6.1.1	Explanation .........................................................................................................................................	13
6.1.2	pH electrode .......................................................................................................................................	13
6.1.3	Design.................................................................................................................................................	13
6.1.4	Further information .............................................................................................................................	14
6.1.5	Choosing a pH electrode ....................................................................................................................	14
6.1.6	Service life ..........................................................................................................................................	14
6.1.7	Care and maintenance .......................................................................................................................	15
6.2	Redox measurement ..........................................................................................................................	15
6.2.1	Explanation .........................................................................................................................................	15
7	Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................	16
7.1	Operating and maintenance notices ...................................................................................................	16
7.2	Battery ................................................................................................................................................	16
7.2.1	Battery indicator..................................................................................................................................	16
7.2.2	Changing battery ................................................................................................................................	16
7.3	Calibration and adjustment .................................................................................................................	17
7.3.1	pH calibration......................................................................................................................................	17
8	Operation...........................................................................................................................................	22
8.1	Commissioning ...................................................................................................................................	22
8.1.1	Explanation .........................................................................................................................................	22
8.2	Configuration ......................................................................................................................................	22
8.2.1	Explanation .........................................................................................................................................	22

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8.2.2	Opening the configuration menu.........................................................................................................	22
8.2.3	Configuring parameters of the configuration menu.............................................................................	23
8.2.4	Adjustment of the measuring input .....................................................................................................	25
8.2.5	Configuring parameters of the adjustment menu................................................................................	26
9	Error and system messages............................................................................................................	28
10	Disposal.............................................................................................................................................	30
11	Technical data...................................................................................................................................	31
12	Service ...............................................................................................................................................	32
12.1	Manufacturer.......................................................................................................................................	32

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1 | Legal address of the manufacturer

KBM-110

1 Legal address of the manufacturer

Conrad Electronic SE

Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1

D-92240 Hirschau

http://www.conrad.com

WEEE reg. no. DE 28001718

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About this documentation | 2

2 About this documentation

2.1 Foreword

Read this document carefully and familiarise yourself with the operation of the product before you use it. Keep this document ready to hand and in the immediate vicinity of the product so that it is available to the personnel/user for reference at all times in case of doubt.

The product was developed according to the state of the art and fulfils the requirements of the applicable European and national Directives. All corresponding documents are available from the manufacturer.

Only technically qualified persons are permitted to carry out commissioning, operation, maintenance and decommissioning. The qualified personnel must have carefully read and understood the operating manual before beginning any work.

2.2Purpose of the document

–This document describes the operation and maintenance of the product.

–Provides important information for working safely and efficiently with the product.

–In addition to the quick reference guide with all relevant legal and safety content in hard copy, this document is a detailed reference option for the product.

2.3Correctness of content

The contents of this document were checked for corrected and are subject to a continuous correction and updating process. This does not rule out potential errors. In the event that errors are discovered or in case of suggestions for improvement, please inform us immediately via the indicated contact information in order to help us make this document even more user-friendly.

2.4 Layout of this document

Description

Each chapter is explained at the beginning in the description.

Prerequisite

All mandatory prerequisites are then listed for each step.

Instruction

Tasks to be carried out by the personnel / user are represented as numbered instructions. Adhere to the sequence of the specified instructions.

Representation

Shows an illustrative instruction or a configuration of the product.

Formula

Some instructions include a formula for a general understanding of a configuration, programming or a setting of the product.

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2 | About this documentation

KBM-110

Outcome of an action

Result, consequence or effect of an instruction.

Emphases

In order to simplify legibility and provide a clearer overview, various sections / information are emphasised.

–1234 Display elements

–Mechanical controls

–Product functions

–Product labels

–Cross-reference [} p. 5]

–Foot notes

2.5Further information

Software version of the product:

– V1.2 or later

For the exact product name, refer to the type plate on the rear side of the product.

NOTE

For information about the software version, press and hold the ON button to switch on the product for longer than 5 seconds. The series is shown in the main display and the software version of the product is shown in the secondary display.

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Safety | 3

3 Safety

3.1 Explanation of safety symbols

DANGER

This symbol warns of imminent danger which can result in death, severe bodily injury, or severe property damage in case of non-observance.

DANGER

This symbol indicates danger for living tissue as well as a variety of materials, which can be damaged or destroyed when coming into contact with this chemical. Caustic effect, protective equipment required!

DANGER

This symbol indicates danger for all life forms, which can result in death or acute or chromic damage to the health after inhaling, swallowing or absorbing this chemical through the skin.

CAUTION

This symbol warns of potential dangers or harmful situations which can cause damage to the device or to the environment in case of non-observance.

NOTE

This symbol indicates processes which can have a direct influence on operation or can trigger an unforeseen reaction in case of non-observance.

NOTE

This symbol instructs the use of eye protection which protects the eyes from harmful influences when working with powerful light, UV radiation, laser, chemicals, dust, splinters or weather influences.

NOTE

This symbol instructs the use of protective gloves which offer protection from mechanical, thermal, chemical, biological or electrical hazards.

3.2 Foreseeable misuse

The fault-free function and operational safety of the product can only be guaranteed if generally applicable safety precautions and the device-specific safety instructions for this document are observed.

If these notices are disregarded, personal injury or death, as well as property damage can occur.

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3 | Safety

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DANGER

Incorrect area of application!

In order to prevent erratic behaviour of the product, personal injury or property dam-

age, the product must be used exclusively as described in the chapter Description

[} p. 10] in the operating manual.

–Do not use in safety / Emergency Stop devices!

–The product is not suitable for use in explosion-prone areas!

–The product must not be used for diagnostic or other medical purposes on patients!

–The product is not intended to come into direct contact with food. For measurement in foods, samples must be taken and discarded after the measurement!

3.3Safety instructions

This product has been designed and tested according to the safety requirements for electronic measuring devices.

DANGER

Danger of breaking the electrodes!

All electrodes contain glass parts that can cause injuries when broken. There is an elevated risk of injury in connection with measurements in foods.

–Inspect the electrode before and after the measurement!

–Always measures in samples for measurements in foods. Discard these samples after the measurement!

DANGER

Potassium chloride / potassium nitrate!

The electrode contains potassium chloride or potassium nitrate. All contact with the skin, clothing and eyes should be avoided. Nevertheless, should contact occur, take the following measures

–Eyes: Flush with flowing water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical attention!

–Skin: Wash with large amounts of water for several minutes!

–Clothing: Wash immediately!

–If swallowed: Drink large amounts of water, do not induce vomiting and seek medical attention!

CAUTION

Erratic behaviour!

On suspicion that the product can no longer be operated without danger, it must be decommissioned and prevented from recommissioning with appropriate labelling. The safety of the user can be impaired by the device if, for example, if it shows visible damage, it no longer works as specified or if it was stored for an extended period of time under unsuitable conditions.

–Visual inspection!

–In case of doubt, send the product to the manufacturer for repair or maintenance!

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NOTE

If the product is stored at a temperature above 50 °C, or is not used for an extended period of time, the batteries must be removed. Leaks from the batteries are avoided as a result.

NOTE

This product does not belong in children's hands!

For this purpose, also refer to

2Technical data [} 31]

3.4Intended use

The product is designed for measuring the pH value and Redox by means of suitable electrodes in water an aqueous media. Temperature compensation takes place automatically with a connected temperature sensor.

Application examples for this are, for example, drinking water, waste water, surface water, swimming pools, fish breeding and process chemistry.

See Technical data [} p. 31].

3.5 Qualified personnel

For commissioning, operation and maintenance, the relevant personnel must have adequate knowledge of the measuring process and use of the measurements, for which purpose this document makes a valuable contribution. The instructions in this document must be understood, observed and followed.

In order to ensure that no risks arise from the interpretation of the measurements in the concrete application, the user must have additional technical knowledge, because the user is liable in case of damage/danger due to misinterpretation as a result of inadequate technical knowledge.

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4 | Description

KBM-110

4 Description

4.1 Scope of delivery

Please check to ensure the completeness of the product after opening the package.

You should find the following components:

–Quick reference guide

–Handheld measuring device, ready for operation, including batteries

–Electrode GE 114 WD

4.2Job description

The product offers precision, speed and reliability in a compact, ergonomic housing. Additional impressive features include the dust-proof and waterproof design in accordance with IP 65/67 and the 3-line illuminated display, which offers overhead display at the push of a button. The product can be switched on, switched off and configured and the measurements and parameters can be adjusted and held with the operating elements. The product is equipped with a BNC socket for connection of different electrodes, as well as with two 4 mm banana sockets for connection of temperature sensors or a reference electrode.

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