DL15/DL22F&B

Preventive Maintenance SOP

GTP™ - Good Titration Practice™
Titrator
Titrator DL15/DL22F&B

Contents
1 Check list .....................................................3
1.1 Visual checks.......................................................... 3
1.2 Summary of technical checks.................................... 4

2 Service mode tests .......................................5

2.1 Introduction............................................................. 5
2.2 Auxiliary functions available via “i” key....................... 5
2.3 Accessing Service menu ........................................... 5
2.4 Service functions in detail ......................................... 5
2.5 Miscellaneous ....................................................... 10
2.6 Full test ................................................................ 11
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 1 Check list
1.1 Visual checks
Titrator DL15/DL22F&B

These operations do not require the instrument to be opened. Perform the checks and fill the form
"Preventive Maintenance Checklist" on last page of this SOP.

Component Checks

Titrator • Check the power cable has no defects and is securely attached to the
external power pack.
• Check the connection cable and plug has no defects and is securely
attached to the titrator.
• Check the On/Off switch for smooth operation.
• Check all screws for a tight fit.
• Check all sockets of the boards for secure attachment and stability.
• Check the plastic housing of the titrator for contamination with
chemicals, cracks and discolorations.
• Check the burette and burette drive for contamination with chemicals.
• Check for visible defects and cracks of the driver head and burette
arrestment system of the built-in burette drive, and for a defective
scraper ring on the piston rod.

Titration stand • Check the condition of the titration arm for mechanical damages,
stability of the sensor, and contamination with chemicals.

• Check the condition of the magnetic and propeller stirrer.

Keyboard • Check the keypad on the keyboard for mechanical damages,

and display contamination with chemicals, transparency of the LCD window and
adherence of the keypad in the corners.
• Check visually the brightness of the display and its readability.

Documentation • Identify the titrator model and record its serial number, location and date
of performing the Preventive Maintenance.

• Record the results of the visual check in the corresponding tables of

Preventive Maintenance Checklist (a template for making a photocopy is
at the end of this document).

• Sign and put the date at the bottom of the Preventive Maintenance
Checklist.

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 1.2 Summary of technical checks
These operations do not require the instrument to be opened.
Check the present components of the titrator following the instructions in the subsequent sections
chapters of this Preventive Maintenance SOP.
Titrator DL15/DL22F&B

Component Check’s overview

Interfaces • RS-232C (COM) printer

• RS-232C (COM) computer
• RS-232C (COM) balance
• Centronics
• TTL-I/O (via Auxiliary I/O)
• Overhead stirrer
• Magnetic stirrer

Peripheral devices • Printer test GA42

• Printer test RS-P42
• Printer test HP
• Balance test
In order to verify the functionality, print out the calibration data for the
inputs (GA42/RS-P42 printers).

Battery voltage • Check the voltage of the battery. Replace it, when necessary.

Power supply voltage • Check the voltage of power supply.

Piston and valve of • Switch on the titrator and verify that the burette drive and stopcock
burette drive drive initialize correctly and move to their standby positions
• Adjust the burette with a burette holder (ME-23645).
• Push the burette onto the titrator so that the piston stem is centered
in the piston rod slot.

Display test • Perform the test using the path: Service > User interface > Screen
test (test ends automatically after two cycles)

Keypad test • Perform the test using the path: Service > User interface >
Keyboard test

Beeper test • Perform the test using the path: Service > User interface > Beeper
test. Verify that acoustic signal is made by the titrator.

• Perform the test of the sensor inputs and record the results in the
Test Report (a template for making a photocopy is at the end of this
Sensor inputs document).

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 2 Service mode tests
2.1 Introduction
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A distinction is made between the service function, which are available to the service specialist and
the functions in the System test menu (“I” key > System test), which enable the user to carry out a
simple maintenance unaided. The text in the “i” menu can be displayed in several languages,
whereas the service functions are only in English.
Service functions are used for checking, calibrating and adjusting of the titrator. The maintenance
functions are for verifying the proper operation of the instrument.

Please allow the instrument, the Digital Voltmeter a warm-up time of at least 30 minutes
before the testing and adjustment is carried out.

2.2 Auxiliary functions available via “i” key

By pressing the “i” key and selecting the “System test”, the maintenance menu is displayed, which
enables the user to perform a reduced range of service functions e.g.
• User interface
• Communication interface
• Auxiliary I/O
• pH Input
Note: the function keys and the four menu keys are inactive during the auxiliary functions are active.

2.3 Accessing Service menu

• Press the “i” key and select “Service”
• Press and hold the “shift” key and press “1” key: this will access the special characters.
• Select the “*” and confirm with “OK”. Repeat this step three times to generate an input of three
stars “***”.
• Confirm with “OK” to enter the Service menu.
The displayed service functions are used for:
• Technical check of the titrator
• Calibration and adjustment of the sensor inputs
• Adjustment of the burette drive
• Adjustment of the stopcock drive.
Note: Whereas the service mode is on, the function keys and the menu keys are inactive. During the
adjustment of the sensor inputs the “Esc” key is inactive.

2.4 Service functions in detail

2.4.1 Display test
This test is a sequence of various patterns on the LCD window, which enable the identification of the
defective pixels.
• In the Service mode select “User interface” and press “OK”.
• Select the “Screen test” and press “Start”.
All dots are active for a few seconds, after that all dots are switched off. The test is performed in two
cycles.

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 2.4.2 Keyboard test
In this test the beeper (acoustic acknowledgment) is activated for a short time upon every keystroke.
All individual key codes must be displayed proving in that way that every key is correctly identified.
• In the Service mode select “Keyboard test” and press “OK”.
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• Perform the test according to the code table below: every key displays its internal code and the
beeper sounds briefly.
Key codes for testing of the single keys

Reset 101 F1 650 3 51

i 105 F2 651 4 52
Stirrer 116 F3 652 5 53
Sensor 110 Up 606 6 54
Burette 98 Down 607 7 55
Report 112 Shift 0 8 56
Results 117 0 48 9 57
Setup 115 1 49 Del 8
Method 109 2 50 . 46
Series 97
Run 114

2.4.3 pH sensor input voltage test

Preparation:
• Connect the I/O tester2 to the pH sensor input.
• Connection the DVM to the I/O tester2.
• Turn the knob on the input/output tester to position “Direct”, and the polarity to “+”.
Performing measurement:
• In the Service mode select “Sensor inputs”.
• Select “pH input” and press “OK”.
• Choose “Measure input” and press “Start”.
• Set the I/O tester2 to 0 mV.
• Read the voltage on the titrator display and enter it in a copy of Test Report: table “pH input mV
measurement”
• Set the I/O tester2 to 1900 mV and adjust voltage with the DVM to 1900 mV ± 0.5 mV.
• Read the voltage on the display of the titrator.
• Change the polarity to negative (“-“) and read the voltage on the titrator display again.
• Enter the values in the table “pH input mV measurement”
• Press “Stop” to exit the measurement.

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 2.4.4 pH sensor input impedance test
Preparation:
• Connect the I/O tester2 to the pH sensor input.
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• Connection the DVM to the I/O tester2.

• Turn the knob on the input/output tester to position “1 GΩ”.
Performing measurement:
• In the Service mode select “Sensor inputs”.
• Select “pH input” and press “OK”.
• Choose “Measure input” and press “Start”.
• Set the I/O tester2 to 1900 mV and adjust voltage using connected DVM to 1900 mV ± 0.5 mV.
• Read the voltage on the titrator display as soon as the display shows a stable value.
• Enter the value in table “pH input impedance” of the Test Report.
• Press “Stop” to exit the measurement.

2.4.5 Offset and slope of the KF current source

Preparation:
Note 1: The reference resistor ME-51107837 contains a certified 100 kΩ precision resistor with a
maximal permissible error of 0.1 kΩ. Exact value is specified in the corresponding calibration
certificate.
Note 2: Alternatively the corresponding resistor from the KF Resistor Unit ME-51105620 can be used.
• Connect the resistor to the KF input using an adapter cable and the DVM parallel to the resistor.
Performing measurement:
• In the Service mode select “Sensor inputs”.
• Select “KF input” option and press “OK”.
• Choose “Measure input” and press “Start”.
• Enter 0.0 (zero) and press “OK”.
• Select the suitable range on the DVM.
• Read the displayed value on the DVM and enter the calculated value in the table “Offset current
of the current source”.
Calculation formula for actual current is: Iactual [μA] = UDVM [mV]
Ractual [kΩ]
• Press “OK” to exit the measurement.
• Enter 10.0 and press “OK”.
• Read the displayed value on the DVM and enter the calculated value in the table “Slope of the
current source”.
• Refer to the formula above for the calculation.
• Press “Stop” to exit the measurement.

2.4.6 Offset and slope of the KF measuring amplifier

Preparation:
• Disconnect the resistor unit.
• Make a short circuit at the KF input “Pol” with the adapter cable.
Performing measurement:
• In the Service mode select “Sensor inputs”.

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 • Select “KF input” option and press “OK”.
• Choose “Measure input” and press “Start”.
• Enter 0.0 (zero) and press “OK”.
• Select the suitable range on the DVM.
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• Read the displayed value on the DVM and enter it in the table “Offset voltage of the measuring
amplifier”.
• Press “OK” to exit the measurement.
• Connect the resistor to the KF input using an adapter cable and the DVM parallel to the resistor.
• Enter 10.0 and press “OK”.
• Read the displayed value on the DVM and enter it in the table “Slope of measuring amplifier”.
• Press “Stop” to exit the measurement.

2.4.7 Temperature input

Performing measurement:
• In the Service mode select “Sensor inputs”.
• Select “Pt1000 input” option and press “OK”.
• Choose “Measure input” and press “Start”.
The direct A/D converter reading is displayed.
• Insert the Pt1000Ω “130 °C” reference resistor in the temperature sensor input.
• Read the value displayed by the titrator and enter in the table “Pt1000 input”.
• Insert the Pt1000Ω “0 °C” reference resistor in the temperature sensor input.
• Read the value displayed by the titrator and enter in the table “Pt1000 input”.
• Press “Stop” to exit the measurement.

2.4.8 Interface tests

Following interfaces are tested with the short circuit connectors used in the loopback tests:
o Three RS-232C serial interfaces (9-pin D-sub male connector available in a set)
o TTL I/O auxiliary interface (9-pin D-sub make connector)
o Parallel interface Centronics (25-pin D-sub female connector, not a part of the set). This test
is performed using I/O test via test connector on the printer cable or with the printer itself.
The necessary connectors are available as a set and can be ordered with ME-51107790 number.

Performing a loopback tests on the serial interfaces:

• In the Service mode select “Comm. interface”.
• Select “Loopback test” and press “OK”.
• Select the interface to be tested and press “Start”.
• Read on the titrator display, if the test was successful or failed.
• Press “OK” to return to the upper menu.

Performing a loopback test of the TTL I/O interface:

• In the Service mode select “Auxiliary I/O”.
• Select “TTL I/O” and press “Start”.
• Read on the titrator display, if the test was successful or failed.
• Press “OK” to return to the upper menu.

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 2.4.9 Stirrer tests
• In the Service mode select “Auxiliary I/O”.
• Select “Overhead stirrer” or “Magnetic stirrer”
• Enter the speed value and press “Start”.
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• Observe, if the stirrer is rotating at the required speed.

• Press “OK” to stop stirring.

2.4.10 Functional tests

The following tests are performed, when appropriate devices are connected to the titrator.
• In the Service mode select “Comm. interface”.
• Select the interface to be tested, e. g. “Printer test RS-P42”.
• Observe the behavior of the connected device that is typical depending on the device:
o Printers: character set on a test page is printed.
o Balance: the weigh indicated by the balance is displayed on the titrator display.

2.4.11 Printing the sensor input adjustment data

The adjustment data is printed by a printer that needs to be appropriately selected in the setup of the
titrator.
• In the Service mode select “Sensor inputs”.
• Select “Print adjustment data” and press “Start”. The following printout is generated (example):

Adjustment data
---------------------------
Date 26-05-2009
Time 16:00
SNR 51xxxxxxx
---------------------------
KF input
Offset 21819
Slope 0.10321
KF source
Offset 128.00
Slope 10.000
pH input
Offset 32792
Slope 0.06752
Pt1000 input
Offset 41614
Slope 13254

2.4.12 Initializing the memory

Note: When this test is performed, all user methods and the configuration data will be deleted. The
adjustment data are retained, since these are stored in the “flash”. It is only recommended to carry
out this test, if an irreparable failure is suspected or occurred in the memory module (RAM). After this
test the default data is loaded into titrator’s memory.
• In the Service mode select “Memory” and press OK to initialize date.

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 2.5 Miscellaneous
The following data can be retrieved under the “Miscellaneous” menu option:
o Serial number (limited editing options)
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o Burette drive with stored adjustment data

o Sensor inputs with stored adjustment data
o Software with type, version number and copyright
All data can be printed out with the function “Print all”.
• Select “Miscellaneous” and press “OK”.
• Select a menu option and press “OK”.

2.5.1 Serial number

• Select the “Serial number” and press “OK”. The stored number is displayed.
• If not number has been entered, it is possible to enter one. Use the “Modify” option that only
appears, if there is no number registered, e. g. after replacing the processor board.
Note: Once the number is entered, it cannot be overwritten.

2.5.2 Burette drive menu

Select “Burette drive” and press “OK”. The stored position of the piston rod adjustment is displayed.

2.5.3 Sensor inputs

Select “Sensor inputs” and press “OK”. The stored adjustment data of the sensor inputs is displayed.

2.5.4 Software menu

Select “Software” and press “OK”. The copyright statement appears.

2.5.5 Print all option

• Select “Print all” and press “OK”.
• Press “Start” to print out all Service menu data. The following printout is generated (example):

Service data KF source

--------------------------- Offset 128.00
Date 26-05-2005 Slope 10.000
Time 16:00 pH input
SNR 51xxxxxxx Offset 32792
--------------------------- Slope 0.06752
Copyright Pt1000 input
Mettler-Toledo GmbH Offset 41614
(c) 2001 Slope 13254
Software
DL28 20 MHz
SW version 1.00.066
Co-proc.version 2.00
Burette drive
Position 320 steps
KF input
Offset 21819
Slope 0.10321

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 2.6 Full test
The full test is used to verify all hardware functions that are subjected to an endurance test. Some of
the available functions are:
Burette drive
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o
o Stopcock drive
o All sensor inputs
• In the Service mode select “Full test” and press “OK”.
• Select an interval and dose time (speed of delivery) for the burette drive.
• The display shows during the test the following data:
o Total Count
o Voltages applied at the sensor inputs: pH, KF, and Pt1000
• Press “Stop” to interrupt the test.

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Checklist Preventive Maintenance Checklist

Preventive Maintenance Checklist

for DL15 and DL22F&B Titrators
Titrator model Date
Serial number Location

Visual checks and cleaning

Preventive Maintenance Checklist

Components Check Clean Replace n/a OK

Titrator
Power cable to powerpack • • { … …
External powerpack • • … …
On/Off switch • … …
Loose screws • … …
Connector sockets • … …
Housing (cracks) • • { … …
Burette drive mechanics • • { … …
Stand
Titration arm • • … …
Rod stirrer • • { … …
Magnetic stirrer • • … …
Keypad and display
Keypad • • { … …
LCD display window … …

Technical checks
Components Check Adjust Replace n/a OK
Print calibration data • … …
LCD display test for missing pixels • … …
Keypad input • … …
Interfaces • … …
Stirrer performance • … …
Burette drive • { … …
Voltage of the battery • … …
Voltage of power supply • … …
• Standard (mandatory)
{ Optional (if necessary)

The preventive maintenance activities listed above were performed by the METTLER TOLEDO authorized
service specialist, what is confirmed with the signature below:

Name Signature

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Test Report
Test Report
for DL15 and DL22F&B Titrators
Titrator model Date
Serial number Location

Measurements
pH input mV measurement
Measure mode DVM reading [mV] Titrator display [mV] Difference (set- Max. permissible OK
actual) value [mV] error [mV]
0 mV / Direct ± 0.5 …
1900 mV / Direct ± 1.0 …
–1900 mV / Direct ± 1.0 …

pH input impedance

Measure mode Titrator display Titrator display 1 GΩ Difference (set- Max. permissible OK
direct [mV] [mV] actual) value [mV] error [mV]
1900 mV ± 1.9 …

Offset current of the current source

Set value Actual value DVM Calculated actual Difference (set- Max. permissible OK
Current source [mV] value [μA] actual) value [μA] error [μA]
[μA]
0 ± 0.1 …

Slope of the current source

Set value Actual value DVM Calculated actual Difference (set- Max. permissible OK
Current source [mV] value [μA] actual) value [μA] error [μA]
[μA]
0 ± 0.3 …

Offset voltage of measuring amplifier

Set value Titrator display Difference (Set – Max. permissible OK

Measuring [mV] Titrator display) error [mV]
amplifier [mV] value [mV]
0 ± 0.5 …

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Test Report
Test Report
for DL15 and DL22F&B Titrators
Titrator model Date
Serial number Location

Measurements (continued)
Slope of the measuring amplifier
Set value DVM reading [mV] Titrator display [mV] Difference (DVM – Max. permissible OK
Measuring Titrator display) error [mV]
amplifier [mV] value [mV]
+1000 ± 1.0 …

Pt1000 input
Temperature Titrator display Difference (Set – Max. permissible OK
[°C] [°C] Titrator display) error [°C]
value [mV]
0 ± 0.2 …
130 ± 0.2 …

Note 1
If the values do not lie within the limits of permissible error, the measuring amplifier must be adjusted.

Note 2
Note that this Test Report is not a calibration certificate. Calibration certificate, if desired, needs to be issued
separately

The measurements based on preventive maintenance SOP (Doc. No. 51710890, for internal use only) and
listed above were performed by the METTLER TOLEDO authorized service specialist, what is confirmed with
the signature below:

Name Signature

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