YSI EC30A User Manual [en, es]

EcoSense

®

EC30A Conductivity*/TDS/Temperature

Pen

Operations Manual

EcoSense EC30A OVERVIEW

A. Description

1. Battery cap

2. Graphic LCD screen

3. Keypad

4. Belt clip (Do not remove screw.)

5. Electrode collar

6. Electrode & ATC assembly
(Electrode cap shown covering electrode.)

B. EcoSense EC30A Keypad Layout

On/Off key

Hold key

Calibration key

Mode key

INITIAL INSPECTION AND ASSEMBLY

Carefully unpack the instrument and accessories, and inspect for shipping damages. Notify
your local dealer or YSI immediately ([phone] or [e-mail]) of any
damages or missing parts. Save packing materials until satisfactory operation is confirmed.

BEFORE USING

A. Insert the Batteries

1. Remove the battery cap at the top of the unit.

2. Insert the set of batteries (included) ensuring correct polarities.

3. Securely replace battery cap.

B. Soak the Electrode

1. Remove the electrode cap covering the EC30A meter electrode.

2. Soak electrode in distilled water for 10 minutes before first use or after storage

.

OPERATION

A. Power ON/OFF

Press the “On/Off” key. The unit will turn on and enter the “Measure Mode”. Press the key
again to turn off. The instrument has a 10 minute automatic shutoff if there is no key activity
unless it is submersed in solution.

B. Calibrate

1. Press “CAL” key to enter “Calibration” mode.

2. Immerse meter into 1000 µS conductivity solution.

3. The “CAL” icon will appear when the main display shows “1000”. Single Point calibration is

now complete. The “MEAS” icon will appear and the meter is ready to measure 0-2000 µS.
Rinse electrode.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for two/second point calibration by immersing the meter in 10,000 µS

(10 mS) conductivity solution and pressing the “Cal” key. Once completed, Two Point
calibration is successful and the meter is ready to measure 0-20 mS.

Note: For accuracy, it is recommended conductivity calibration is performed routinely with good
solutions and a clean electrode or anytime after replacing the electrode.

C. Measure

Dip the electrode into the test solution while in the “Measure Mode”. Give the meter a shake
while submersed to remove any air bubbles that may have occurred during submersion.

D. Hold Data

1. When the conductivity is stable, press “HOLD” key once to lock the reading on the display.

2. Press “HOLD” key again to unlock reading and the unit will return to “Measure Mode”.
The unit is now ready for another measurement.

ONGOING MAINTENANCE

A. Electrode Storage

1. Electrodes attached to the instrument should be kept in a clean, dry environment. The
electrodes need to be kept clean.

B. Battery Disposal

This instrument is powered by alkaline batteries, which the user must remove and dispose of
when the batteries no longer power the instrument. Disposal requirements vary by country and
region, and users are expected to understand and follow the battery disposal requirements for
their specific locale.

ERROR DISPLAYS AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Conductivity
LCD
Display

“OVER” "OVER"

"OVER"

"OVER"

“OVER” “udr” Measure

ATC
Display

0.0-

60.0°C

60.0-

99.5°C

DISPLAY
Mode

Measure

Measure

Measure

Possible cause(s)
[Action(s)]

a. Temperature outside 0 to 99.5°C range.
[Bring solution to a lower/higher temp.]
b. Bad sensor. [Replace electrode.]
Conductivity value beyond 20 mS range .
[Use new solution, Recalibrate, or Replace
electrode.]

Temperature >60.0°C, over the temperature
compensation range.
[Bring solution to a lower temperature or replace
electrode.]
Temperature <0.0°C, under the temperature
compensation range.

[Bring solution to a higher temperature or
replace electrode.]
a. Temperature exceeds 0 to 60.0°C

"ERR" / Calibration

temperature compensation.
[Bring solution to a lower/higher temp.]
b. Correction of slope beyond 50%
[Use new buffer or Replace electrode.]

SPECIFICATIONS

These specifications are subject to change without notice. For the latest product specifications,
please visit www.ysi.com

Range Resolution Accuracy

0 to 19.5°C: ±2% Full Scale

Conductivity 0 to 1990 µS 5 µS

Conductivity 2.00 to 19.90 mS 0.05 mS

Temp. 0.0 to 99.5 °C 0.5 °C ±0.5 °C
Temp. 32.0 to 212 °F 1 °F ±1 °F

Conductivity

Temperature compensation AUTO 0.0 to 60.0°C (32.0 to 140°F)
Temperature coefficient 1.91%/°C
Reference Temperature 25°C

Temperature

Temperature sensor Thermistor, 10 k at 25°C

TDS

TDS constant 0.50

General

Battery life Meter: > 200 Hours
Ambient temperature range 0.0 to 50.0 °C
Display 98x64 graphic LCD
Case IP67 water-tight case
Weight 105 g (3.7 ounces)

20 to 30°C: ±1% Full Scale

30.5 to 45°C: ±2% Full Scale

45.5 to 60°C: ±4% Full Scale
0 to 19.5°C: ±2% Full Scale

20 to 30°C: ±1% Full Scale

30.5 to 45°C: ±2% Full Scale

45.5 to 60°C: ±4% Full Scale

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Item Number Description

606123 Instruction Manual
606114 EC30A Electrode Replacement Kit (Includes electrode, electrode collar, 2

606116 Sensor Cap
606118 Battery Compartment Kit (Includes battery cover and battery gasket)
605118 Battery Kit (Includes 4 batteries)

o-rings, and sensor cap)

WARRANTY

The EcoSense EC30A Instrument is warranted for one year from date of purchase by the end user against
defects in materials and workmanship. Within the warranty period, YSI will repair or replace, at its sole
discretion, free of charge, any product that YSI determines to be covered by this warranty.

To exercise this warranty, write or call your local YSI representative, or contact YSI Customer Service in
Yellow Springs, Ohio. Send the product and proof of purchase, transportation prepaid, to the Authorized

Service Center selected by YSI. Repair or replacement will be made and the product returned, transportation
prepaid. Repaired or replaced products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty period, or at
least 90 days from date of repair or replacement.

Limitation of Warranty

This Warranty does not apply to any YSI product damage or failure caused by: (i) failure to install, operate or
use the product in accordance with YSI's written instructions; (ii) abuse or misuse of the product; (iii) failure to
maintain the product in accordance with YSI's written instructions or standard industry procedure; (iv) any
improper repairs to the product; (v) use by you of defective or improper components or parts in servicing or
repairing the product; or (vi) modification of the product in any way not expressly authorized by YSI.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. YSI's LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS
LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, AND THIS SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL YSI BE LIABLE FOR
ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECTIVE
PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY.

Contact Information

YSI • 1725 Brannum Lane • Yellow Springs OH, 45387
800-897-4151 (USA only) • [phone] • Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

* Conductivity = temperature compensated specific conductance (non-temperature
compensated conductivity mode is not available)

• Website: www.ysi.com