Portable Conductivity Meter M1410 User Manual 1.002
General information This manual describes the operation of the Portable Conductivity Meter M1410. Please read this entire manual before operating this equipment, to ensure proper and safe operation of the product. And keep this manual carefully, so it is readily available whenever necessary. Product and manual are subject to change without notice. Safety information: Meter Battery WARNING Do not take apart or modify the meter. Otherwise, it may heat up or be ignited or an accident. Keep batteries away from children. If someone swallows a battery accidentally, consult doctor immediately. If alkaline fluid from a battery gets into the eyes, do not rub the eyes, rinse with clean water immediately, then consult doctor. Do not put batteries in a fire, expose to heat, disassemble or remodel, it could cause fluid leaking, overheating or explosion. Product information Only use the product including accessories for their intended purpose. This meter is shockproof, but severe impact could damage it. The surface is made of TPE, keep the meter away of strong acid or alkali solution. Do not heat to dry it with heating unit, such as electric hair drier. This meter is a dust-proof and waterproof design. But does not guarantee non-destructive, trouble-free, dust-proof, and waterproof performance in high dust or high salt mist environment. Do not replace the batteries in a dusty place or with wet hands The Ni-MH rechargeable battery can be used in this meter, but the battery life ICON will be not correct. 1 / 16
Contents: General information...1 Safety information:...1 Product information...1 FEATURES...3 Meter and operation...3 Meter overview...4 Display...5 Keypad description...6 Operation...6 Startup...6 Select the MODE...6 Using the backlight...8 Entering numeric values...8 Auto Power-off...9 Measurement...9 Preparation...9 Battery Installation...9 Connect a probe... 10 Measurement... 10 Calibration... 12 Set the Factors... 13 Specifications... 14 Conductivity probe:... 14 Appendix... 15 Calculating Temperature Coefficients... 15 2 / 16
FEATURES IP67 Waterproof Float Shockproof 2*AAA Battery Conductivity; TDS; Salinity Measurement Auto Ranging 2 data points for Calibration Automatic Temperature Compensation Restore Factory Default Hold Function Auto Power-Off Meter and operation This section describes the name of each part and the main function, and basic operation. 3 / 16
Meter overview No. Name Description 1 LCD with backlight Display the readings and parameters 2 Keys Power/Back Light; Mode; Hold/Set. 3 Probe connection port 4-pin IP-68 waterproof connector 4 Battery Cover On the bottom of the instrument. 4 / 16
Display No. Name Description 1 Scale Name Displays the scale name 2 Battery Status Displays the battery level 3 Scale Current measurement scale unit Unit 4 2 nd Displays the Temperature or others parameters Figure Area 5 Hold Icon The reading will be frozen when this icon was shown. 6 Wireless Connection The meter has been connected to a host device while this icon is shown. (This function is not for the M1410) 7 Functions User can change the function by the mode key, 8 SLOPE Only for the ph electrode, not for the M1410 9 ATC This icon will be displayed if the conductivity electrode has been connected to the meter, The temperature sensor could be detected by the meter. 10 Ready Icon Displayed when measuring results are stable 11 1 st Figure Area Displays the scale readings and settings. 5 / 16
Keypad description No. Name Function 1 POWER /BACKLIGHT Turn on the meter by pushing once Turn off the meter by holding for 3 seconds Turn on/off the backlight by pushing once when the meter is power on. 2 Mode Change the scale, Temperature unit, and set the parameters 3 Hold/Set Hold the readings Set is used as the confirmation key in the status of the Mode Operation Startup Push the key to turn on,push the key for 3 seconds to turn off the meter. If the meter does not turn on, make sure that the batteries are properly installed. Select the MODE One item of Mode will flash in proper order by pushing the key once, when meter is on. Push the HOLD/SET key to confirm or enter when the icon flash. 6 / 16
No. MODE Description 1 MODE1: Measurement mode Select an option from a scale list: CON, TDS, SALT. Use the MODE key to select an option. Push the HOLD/SET key to confirm when the scale icon flash, and return to Measurement Mode. 2 MODE2 Select the temperature unit. 3 MODE3: Function mode Select the Function from CALIBRATION, SET FACTOR and RESET; use the MODE key to select a function. Push the HOLD/SET key to enter 7 / 16
Note of MODE3: Function mode CALIBRATION: The meter could automatically recognize the solution, and calibrate the reading to 12.88 ms or 1413 μs. SET TDS FACTOR: To set the factor for the TDS calculation from the conductivity reading. Default setting is 0.50. SET ATC FACTOR: To set the temperature compensation factor. Default setting is 2.1%. RESET: The meter will be reset to the factory setting. Push the key and select the RESET function. The previous Calibration information of the user will be deleted. The TDS FACTOR will be 0.50. The ATC FACTOR will be 2.1% The Temperature UNIT will be. NOTE: CALIBRATION, SET TDS FACTOR and SET ATC FACTOR: More details in the Measurement. Using the backlight When it is difficult to see the LCD in the dark, you can turn on the backlight by pressing the Note: key. Turning on the backlight consumes energy and shortens battery life. Entering numeric values If the user want to set the parameter value and the meter is already in the setting modes, push the key once to increase the value, hold down the key to 8 / 16
continually decrease the value. Auto Power-off The meter will automatically power off without any operation for 8 min. Measurement This section describes the method of measurement. Preparation To make sure that the electrode is not stained or damaged. According to your applications, the standard solution will be helpful to the accurate reading. Do not use the instrument near any noise source. Battery Installation This instrument is operated by batteries. You can use AAA alkaline batteries or AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries. Perform the following procedure to insert batteries in the meter. 1. Turn the screws on the battery cover counterclockwise and remove the cover. 2. Install 2 AAA alkaline or 2 AAA nickel metal hydride batteries. 3. Make sure that the batteries are installed in the correct polarity. 4. Put the battery cover back. 9 / 16
Connect a probe 1. Plug the probe into the meter. 2. Push and turn the Plug tight nut to tighten. Measurement 1. Push the key and select the scale. 2. Push the key to confirm the selection when scale icon flash. 10 / 16
3. Put the probe into the solution and shake the probe gently to remove bubbles from the surface of the electrode. 4. There should be above 3cm from the probe bottom to the beaker bottom. 5. icon will display when the readings are stable 6. Record the readings. 7. Put the electrode out of the solution, and rinse it with deionized water. 11 / 16
Calibration 1. Same as the measurement, put the electrode into the standard solution (12.88mS, 1413uS) until the readings are stable. 2. Push the key to select the calibration function and Push key to confirm. 3. When the procedure is completed, End will be displayed. 4. The meter will return to measurement mode automatically. 12 / 16
Set the Factors Two factors could be modified by user: TDS Factor, and ATC Factor. 1. Push the key to select the SET TDS FACTOR or SET ATC FACTOR function and Push key to confirm it. 2. Push the key to change the setting. Push the key once to increase the value, hold down the key to continually decrease the value. 3. Press the key to confirm and return the measurement mode. 13 / 16
Specifications Specification Model M1410 Scale Conductivity; TDS; Salinity; Operating temperature 0 40 Operating humidity 0 80%(non-condensing) Power supply 2 X AAA Alkaline batteries Dimensions 60*70*36mm Weight Approximate to 226 g Description Temperature Sensor NTC Thermistor Range 0-80 Resolution 0.1 Accuracy ± 0.5 Conductivity Sensor 2-Cell Range 0 200 ms Resolution 0.1% full scale Accuracy ±1.0%(0.00 100.0 ms); ±1.5%(100.0 200.0 ms) TDS Sensor Calculate from the Conductivity Range According to Conductivity Resolution 0.1% full scale Accuracy According to Conductivity Salinity Sensor Calculate from the Conductivity Range 0.0-40.0 ppt(display Range: 0.0 100.0 ppt) Resolution 0.1 ppt Accuracy ±0.4% full scale Conductivity probe: Include a graphite conductivity probe (k=1). 14 / 16
It has been software optimized. In the range: 10.0uS 100.0mS, the 1% accuracy can be achieved. In the other range, the accuracy is around ±1.5%. At both Endpoints, the accuracy is ±2%. Appendix * If you do not know the temperature coefficient of your solution you can determine the correct value using the formula in Appendix Calculating Temperature Coefficients. Calculating Temperature Coefficients To determine the temperature coefficient of your sample solution use this formula: TC = 100 x CT2 CT1 CT1(T2 25) CT2(T1 25) TC = Temperature coefficient CT1 =Conductivity at Temp. 1 CT2 = Conductivity at Temp. 2 T1 = Temp. 1 T2 = Temp. 2 25 = 25 C A controlled temperature water bath is ideal for this procedure. 1. Immerse the probe into a sample of your solution and adjust the temperature coefficient to 0% (that is, no compensation) by performing the following: 2. Wait for 5 minutes. Note T1 and CT1 (conductivity at T1). 3. Condition the sample solution and probe to a temperature (T2) that is about 5 C to 10 C different from T1, and note the conductivity reading CT2. NOTE: Record your results for future reference. Ideally T1 and T2 should bracket your measurement temperature, and should not differ by more than 5 C. 4. Calculate the temperature coefficient of your solution according to the formula shown above. 5. Enter the temperature coefficient you calculated into the meter. 15 / 16
The calculated temperature coefficient will now be applied to all the meter readings. To determine the conductivity to TDS conversion factor for your solution: Appendix 1. Factor the conductivity to ppm TDS conversion factor. Multiply conductivity by this factor to get ppm TDS for the type of TDS reading needed. 2. 442 a formulation that most closely represents the conductivity to ppm relationship, on average, for naturally occurring fresh water. 3. TDS Your Material These columns are for you to write in your application-specific conductivity-to-ppm values and conversion factors for future reference. Factor = actual TDS Actual Conductivity @ 25 C lists some commonly used conversion factors. Conductivity at 25 C TDS KCl TDS NaCl TDS 442 TDS Your Material ppm Value Factor ppm Value Factor ppm Value Factor ppm Value Factor 1413 μs 744.7 0.5270 702.1 0.4969 1000 0.7078 12880 μs 7447 0.5782 7230 0.5613 11,367 0.8825 16 / 16