PH / Conductivity Meter: Operator's Instruction Manual

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PICO
pH / Conductivity Meter (5P)
(with pH Data Logging & TDS – Optional)
Operator’s Instruction Manual
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Safety
Safety Practices and Hazards 3
Electrical Hazards 4
Symbols 5
General hazards 6
Chapter 2 Introduction 7
pH Measurement Theory 8
Conductivity Measurement Theory 9
Features 12
Specification 13
Chapter 3 Setting Up
Unpacking 14
Installation 15
Panel details –
1) Front panel details 17
2) Key Functions 18
3) Back Panel Details 19
4) Electrode Stand and Holder Assembly 19
Chapter 4 Operation
Using the instrument 20
Part 1 – pH Measurement / Function Mode & Operation 22
Part 2 – Conductivity Measurement / Function Mode & 41
Operation
Chapter 5 Operation Guideline
Useful Hints for pH & mV measurement 60
Useful Hints for Conductivity & TDS 61
Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Instrument Maintenance 62
Troubleshooting & Error Codes 65
Consumables and Accessories 66
Appendix A 67
Appendix B 68
Appendix C 69
Appendix D 70
Chapter 7 Service and Warranty
Terms of Warranty 75
Labindia Sales & Service Centers 76
THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Copyright 2019 LABINDIA ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENTS PVT.LTD.
Inst.Op_pH_Cond_5P_V2.23
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Chapter 1
Safety
Safety Practices and Hazards
PICO series pH, Conductivity meter has been carefully designed in accordance with the safety
standards. It is in the interest of the purchaser that he is aware of the resultant dangers of misuse
and or incorrect handling of these products.
Information on safety practices is provided with your instrument and operation manuals. Before
using your instrument & accessories, you must thoroughly read these safety practices.
The following general safety precaution must be observed during all phases of operation, service
and repair of this instrument. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific WARNIGS
elsewhere in this manual may impair the protection provided by the equipment. In addition it
violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument.
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Electrical Hazards:-
PICO pH, Conductivity meter contains electrical circuit, devices and components operate at very
low. Hence it is very safe to handle the instrument.
Enclosure covers that are retain by fasteners, which require the use of the tool for removal may be
opened by Labindia trained, Labindia qualified or Labindia authorized service engineers. Personnel
without such training or persons currently undergoing a course of training require through
instructions. This operator’s manual should form the basis of these instructions.
Application of the wrong supply voltage connection of the instrument to an incorrectly wired supply
outlet or improper electrical grounding can create a fired hazards or a potentially serious shock
hazard and could seriously damage the instrument and any attached accessory.
 DC Adapter – The meter uses detachable DC Adapter with earth connection. Failure to
ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this adapter may cause reading instability. If
the adapter becomes damaged, replace immediately with same rating and same
specifications.
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Symbols:-
Warning symbols:
 Warning – Information about hazards which can be harmful to your health or lead to
instrument damage.
Warning!
This equipment contains DC Voltage of 30VDC maximum for its operation. Hence
less risk of electrical shock.
The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer
to the instrument manual.
Caution Symbol:
A ‘caution’ message appears in the manual when failure to observe instructions could
result in damage to instrument.
 A ‘Note’ appears in the manual to give advice or information about technical

requirement.
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Use Of Instrument:-
The unit is design and built for use in laboratories. It is intended to be use to
determine the pH or Conductivity or Ionic Concentration of the liquids under
measurement and analysis. Use appropriate safety as per standards for handling of
chemicals during measurement.
Any use that does not confirm with technical data of the instrument is being to be a case of
misuse. The customer shall bear sole responsibility of any damage due to such misuse.
Following Applications / Uses in particular are inadmissible:-

 Use of Epoxy body Sensor with organic solvents.
General Hazards:-
General Hazards arise from:-

 Samples mixtures, Unknown chemical composition.
 Combustible Gases or solvent vapours close to instrument.
 Only Labindia Authorised, Labindia Trained personnel is allowed to service

the instrument.
 Do not use this instrument if it has unauthorised modifications. Unauthorised
modification may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
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Chapter 2
Introduction
LABINDIA herewith offers you the state-of-the-art micro-controller based pH / Conductivity / Ion
measurement system with user friendly dialog based easy to use operation, making error free and
precise readings. This bench-top pH/Conductivity/Ion meter is an ideal help in every laboratory for
routine measurement as well as R&D work.
By selecting one of the pH/Conductivity/Ion Measurement Mode, it simultaneously measures pH,

mV and temperature in pH mode or Conductivity and temperature in Conductivity mode or Ion
concentration in Ion measurement mode. Optional modes available are pH data logging, TDS &
Salinity measurement. A single MODE Key for Measurement / Function Selection within the
selected measurement makes system more versatile with Password protection to stored data. 5-
point pH calibration is available in Linear Regression or Segmentation (point to point lines).
The meter has Individual non volatile data memory storage block with memory scanning facility on
display, such as 40 pH Values, 40 mV Values, pH Data logging value and 40 Conductivity, TDS &
Salinity values and 40 Ion concentration values. With data logging function in pH, user can study
Kinetics of chemical reaction. The pH values recorded during Data Logging can be printed in the
graphical form with the limit marks.
The GLP Approach for Calibration and data presentation gives more authentic Reporting with its
print out on plain inexpensive paper. It has two Data report presentations –
(a) Standard : 40 data readings or (b) GLP : 40 data readings with alphanumeric Sample names
and ID numbers.
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pH Measurement Theory:
pH measurement is one of the most common requirement of today’s laboratories. Laboratories

involved with Environmental measurements, Water and waste water, soil analysis, Industrial
boiler/cooler feed water, Pharmaceutical & Bulk drug manufacturing, Specialty and Agro Chemical
manufacturing, Electroplating, Food processing requires to do routine pH measurements for
various aspects such as Pollution control, Quality control, Process monitoring & control etc.
Generally pH is measured in the scale of 0 to 14 pH units. But with the development in technology
and growing needs of the various Industries, pH measurement range is extended from – 2.00 pH
to 20.00 pH.
Measurement of pH of any Aqueous Sample solution gives the degree of acidity or alkalinity of the
solution. Mathematically pH is defined as the negative logarithm of the Hydrogen Ion
concentration. pH Electrode measures the pH of a Sample solution potentiometrically. When the
pH electrode is immersed in the sample solution the electrical signal gets developed across the
sensing membrane of indicator electrode and reference electrode. Output of the electrode varies
with change in pH value with a linear relation of 59.16mV / pH unit value. The electrode slope
changes with change in temperature, hence temperature compensation is required. With the PICO
pH meters this slope change can be compensated manually or automatically. For precise pH
measurement automatic temperature compensation (ATC) with separate temperature sensor is
needed.
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PICO pH does Auto calibration with buffer recognition, measurement with ATC to read the pH
value @ 25°C. It also Stores, Protects, Scans & Prints the data with GLP concept.
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Conductivity Measurement Theory
Conductivity is the measurement of a materials ability to conduct electric current. The basic unit of
conductance "G" is the "siemens" (formerly called the Mho). Conductance is the reciprocal of
resistance (measured in ohms).
Measurement of Conductivity of Sample solution gives the degree of electrical conductance in a

defined volume of the solution. Electrical Conductivity of the solution is proportional to the number
of ions available in it. And hence conductivity measurement will give a direct reading of the
solutions concentration.
The principle for measurement of conductivity is simply by applying potential across two platinum
plates which are placed in a sample (normally AC voltage) and then the current is measured.
Conductivity can be determined from the voltage and current values. Because conductivity is
affected by cell geometry, specific conductivity should be used. The specific conductivity can be
calculated by multiplying the conductivity by the electrode’s cell constant. This constant is
determined by the formula, length / area. The unit S/cm is too large and usually the measurements
are done in the units mS/cm or uS/cm. The conductivity of the sample solution changes with
change in temperature, the relation is given as below,
Gt = Gtcal {1 + a(t - tcal)}
Where: Gt = Conductivity at any temperature in °C
Gtcal = Conductivity at calibration temperature in °C
a = Temperature coefficient of solution at tcal
tcal = Calibration temperature.
With the PICO pH/Conductivity meter’s this change can be compensated manually or
automatically by considering the Temperature Coefficients of the Sample. For precise Conductivity
measurement automatic temperature compensation (ATC) with separate temperature sensor is
needed and Sample and Standard should be at same temperature, preferably at the reference
calibration temperature 25°C
The Temperature coefficient mostly used is 2% per °C, since this approximates water and NaCl.
Conductivity is useful for measuring total dissolved solids (TDS) and salinity.
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Conductivity Cell
Table 1 Table 2
Some common conductivity values of typical Samples Some Typical Temperature Coefficients
0 0
Samples at 25 C Conductivity , uS/cm Percent/ C
Sample 0
Ultrapure Water 0.055 (at 25 C)
Distilled Water 0.5 Ultrapure Water 4.55
Power Plant Boiler Feed Water 1.0 Salt Solution (NaCl) 2.12
Drinking Water 50 5% NaOH 1.72
Potable Water 1055 Dilute Ammonia Solution 1.88
Sea/Ocean Water 53,000 10% HCl 1.32
5% NaOH 223,000 5% Sulfuric Acid 0.96
10% NaOH 355,000 98% Sulfuric Acid 2.84
10% HCl 700,000 Sugar Syrup 5.64
31.0% HNO3 865,000
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The pH values of some common industrial and household products/chemicals
are given as follows :
EXTREMELY ALKALINE
14.0
BOTTLE WASHING
13.0
COPPER PLATING BLEACH
12.0
BRASS PLATING AMMONIA

11.0
MILK OF MAGNESIA
10.0
LIME - SODA
SOFTENING BORAX
9.0
BAKING SODA
AQUARIUM SALT WATER 8.0 SEA WATER
SWIMMING POOL WATER BLOOD

FRESH WATER AQUARIUM DISTILLED WATER
7.0 MILK
BREWING PROCESS
6.0
NICKEL PLATING
FOOD PROCESSING 5.0 BORIC ACID
ORANGE JUICE
4.0
PICKLE PROCESSING
PHOTOENGRAVING
3.0 VINEGAR
LEMON JUICE
2.0
1.0
BATTERY ACID
EXTREMELY ACID
0.0
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FEATURES:
1) Advanced Micro-controller based user friendly state-of-the-art product design.
2) PICO+ pH/Conductivity Meter complies with USP and DIN Standards.
3) Sleek molded cabinet with Alphanumeric splash-waterproof polyester keyboard with soft keys.
4) User interactive software in dialog mode for ease of operation with protection against invalid
entries.
5) 20 X 2 Line Back lighted LCD Display.
6) Simultaneous Measurement of pH, mV and Temperature or Conductivity (S/mS)/ or TDS
(PPM/PPT), Salinity (Optional) and Temperature. SCAN Key for displaying the stored
values with Reading No. and Sample name.
7) Non volatile memory storage of,
a) 40 pH, 40 mV, 40 Conductivity (s/mS), 40 TDS (PPM/PPT) and 40 Salinity reading
(Optional) with temperature in pre-selected GLP or Standard format.
b) 24 data memory readings of pH, temperature and time in data logging mode.
c) Calibration data for pH & mV (relative).
8) MEM CLEAR Key to clear the memory buffer block within the selected measurement mode.
9) Calibration of instruments with User selected calibration standards. Calibration data of pH -
Slope and offset on display.
10) Password Protection for Calibration data and stored readings
11) Calibration data with date and time Stamp for authentication.
12) Calibration reminder alarm.
13) Alphanumeric entries of Sample Name, Identification Number for authentication.
14) 5 point Calibration with Auto Buffer Recognition & Slope is determined by Linear regression or
Segmentation (Point to Point) Interpolation Method.
15) Automatic Conductivity Range selection for faster measurement from 0.01S to 199.9mS and
TDS range 0.1PPM to 99.9PPT (G/L) with conductivity cells having constants 0.1, 1.0 & 10.0K.
16) Automatic temperature compensation by PT100 Temperature sensor Range 0 to 100°C.
For conductivity - User selectable temperature coefficient & Manual Compensation facility.
17) Input Stability Indicator for reproducible results.
18) Built-in Real Time Clock (RTC) for time display and on report printout.
19) Report Format:- Complying with GLP requirements.
20) Factory entered CUSTOMER NAME and INSTRUMENT SR. No. on report printouts for
authentication.
21) Probe Check Mode for checking Electrode Aging.
22) Error indication helps user to trace the problem.
23) Audible Beep indication during Valid Key operation.
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SPECIFICATIONS:
pH Millivolt
pH Range : -2.00 to 19.999 mV range : 0 to  1999.9 mV
Resolution : 0.001 pH Resolution :  0.1 mV
Accuracy :  0.002 pH Accuracy :  0.2 mV
Slope : 90% to 105%
Sensor : Combination pH electrode TDS
/ Two separate Electrode Range : 0.1PPM to 99.9PPT(G/L)
Calibration : Auto-calibration with buffer Resolution : 0.01 (Displayed).
recognition and printout of Accuracy : 0.5%.
Calibration report. TDS Factor : 0.1 – 0.9
(default = Last value, #0.5)
Conductivity Salinity
Range : 0.01uS/cm to 199.9mS/cm. Range : 0.1PPM to 99.9PPT(G/L)
(Depending on the Cell used 0.1 / 1.0 / 10.0 K). Resolution : 0.01 (Displayed).
Resolution : 0.001 (Displayed). Accuracy : 0.5%.
Accuracy : 0.5%. Salinity Factor : 0.1 – 0.9
Temperature Coeff.: 0.00 – 9.99 % /°C (default = Last value, #0.5)
(default = Last value, #1.92)
Temperature
Temperature range : 0 to 99 .9 Deg. C
Resolution : 0.1 Deg. C
Relative Accuracy :  0.2 Deg. C
Sensor : RTD PT 100.
Temp. Compensation : Automatic / Manual
Display : 20 x 2 line Back lighted LCD display.
Keyboard : Alphanumeric splash waterproof polyester soft keys.
Report format : (a) Report of selected pH/mV/Conductivity/Salinity readings
(b) Calibration Reports
(c) Data Table & Graph (Optional)
Input : 1 no. - BNC & 1no. - Banana for pH comb. & Ref. Electrode,
2 no. - Banana sockets for Conductivity Electrode,
1 no. - 5 pin Shell connector, ATC – PT100
Output : Printer (Parallel) : with selectivity for DMP or Deskjet,
Printer (Serial ) : 48 column Thermal Printer
PC–RS232(Optional)
Environmental Operating Conditions: -
a) Operation : Indoor
b) Temperature : Ambient to 45 °C
c) Relative Humidity : 5 to 90% non-condensing.
Power requirement : DC Adapter 90 – 270VAC / 9VDC 1A (10W Max)
Dimensions : 30 (L) x 25 (W) x 8 (H) cm
Shipping Weight : 5 Kg.
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Chapter 3
Setting Up
UNPACKING
After unpacking you will find following items.

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 LABINDIA PICO – pH / Conductivity Meter, Micro-controller based main unit - 1 no.
 pH Electrode - 1 No.
 Conductivity Electrode – Cell Constant K=1 / 0.1, Glass body - 1 No.
 RTD PT100 Temperature sensor probe. - 1 No.
 Electrode stand - 1 No.
 Operator’s Instruction Manual. - 1 No.
 Serial Cable RS232C - 1 No.
 AC-DC Power Adaptor (I/P 100-270VAC, O/P 9VDC, 1A) - 1 No.
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INSTALLATION
1. REQUISITES
 Leveled Platform/Table with nearby 230Vac, 50Hz/ 5 Amp. Power socket. (Ensure the Input
Power supply is within +/- 10% tolerance).
 Any interruption to earth wire is prohibited. Risks caused by possible internal

defects are thus prevented.
 Make arrangements for liberal amount of fresh distilled water and any five standard traceable
buffers (difference between consecutive buffer should not be greater than 4 pH unit) and
1~2gms. KCL or 0.1N HCL for pH Electrode activation.
Refer pH electrode maintenance section, Page no. 62.
 Conductivity calibration solution 1.413 mS (0.01M KCL).
 Clean & dry glass beakers for all sample measurements.
 Tissue paper roll and Suitable container for Waste disposal.
2. SETTING UP THE METER
 Carefully remove the meter wrapping and the accessories from the packaging.
 Place the meter on the table where it will be installed for measurement purpose.
 Align the unit for complete view of LCD Display by opening the Tilt Legs.
 For safety reasons and to ensure sufficient cooling in the electronic
compartment, the side walls of the instrument must be kept at least 20 cm
away from the walls or other objects. No containers, chemicals or other
appliances should be placed behind a instrument.
3. ASSEMBLING THE ELECTRODE STAND
 Get the Flat Base round plate & holder arm supplied with the unit.
 The Electrode Stand is made by inserting the Holder arm bottom adapter onto the round base
plate pin firmly and tightens the wing nut on it for sturdy assembly.
 Adjust the Electrode holder and stand angle as required and tighten the wing nut on the center
joint to lock the setting.
 Carefully insert the Electrode from top and temperature probes in the holder.
 Place the assembly on flat horizontal plane besides the meter.
4. PRINTER INTERFACE CONNECTIONS

A) Parallel Printer
 Place the printer on the suitable side of the meter.
 Connect the printer data cable to the 25 pin D-shell connector provided on the back panel.
 Adjust the printer dip switch settings as shown in. Appendix - A.
 Ensure that printer is loaded with paper.
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B) Serial Printer
 Place the printer on the suitable side of the meter.
 Connect the printer serial data cable to the RS232-2 port in 9 pin D-shell connector
provided on the back panel.
 Ensure that printer is loaded with paper.
5. PC CONNECTIVITY
 Connect the supplied serial cable to the 9 pin D Male connector at the rear side of the
instrument and other terminal to com port of the PC. A Hyper Terminal Program is used to
receive the data from the instrument.
 Refer PC connectivity for more details.
6. SWITCHING ‘ON’ THE pH/CONDUCTIVITY METER
 Ensure proper Mains fuse has been installed in the instrument as per the
input voltage mentioned on the instrument label.
 Connect the pH, Conductivity Electrode and Temperature Sensor to appropriate socket /
Connector to back panel of the meter.
 Carefully remove the cap from end of the Electrode (This cap is used in shipping to protect the
electrode bulb and also to keep the electrode in moist condition until put into use)
 Check the electrodes internal reference filling solution level, if necessary level it with
recommended solution (3M KCl).
 Place the pH electrode into electrode storage solution, pH 4 buffer or saturated KCL solution.
 Place the conductivity electrode into D. M. Water/ Distilled Water to remove any impurities
adhering to the probe body and the platinum pins.
 Connect the DC adapter to a suitable 230 VAC/50 Hz stabilized power supply with proper earth
connection.
 Switch ‘ON’ the meter. The 20 character, 2 line display will read as follows.
LABINDIA PICO Vx.xx LABINDIA PICO Vx.xx
pH Meter pH / CON Meter
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PANEL DETAILS
PICO – pH / CON meter has two functional Panels, for which user has to get familiar with.
 Front Panel - Consisting of Name plate, 20 charactor X 2 line back lighted LCD display and
Splash waterproof polyester keyboard ( 20 keys ).
 Back Panel - Consisting of BNC connection with 4mm banana socket for Combination / two
seperate pH Electrode, 4mm banana socket 2 no.s for Conductivity cell connection, 5-pin/M -
shell connector for RTD Temperature sensor, 25-pin/F - D type connector for Printer.
1. Front Panel – Keyboard.
7 8 9 MEM
CLEAR RESET
STU VWX YZ -
4 5 6 FWD
CAL
JKL MNO PQR TEMPCO
1 2 3
SCAN PRINT
ABC DEF GHI
0  CE
MODE ENTER
- . / GLP BACK
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Key functions:
L.H.S. Keys: Alphanumeric Dual Function ( A~Z , 1~9 ), Zero (0) with Dash (-), Dot (.),Slash(/),
decimal point ( . ) and Clear Entry( CE ) Key.
R.H.S. Keys: Functional Keys and RESET key.
Description of Functional Keys:
MEM : To Clear the Stored Readings / Calibration data of the selected

CLEAR Mode from meter Memory.
RESET : To Reset the meter.
CAL : To perform CALIBRATION within the selected Operating Mode.
FWD : This key has dual function, (a) To check the reading in scan mode. (b) To
TEMPCO select Auto / Manual temperature compensation.
SCAN : To SCAN / read the stored readings with the help of FWD/TEMCO key.
PRINT : To Print the Stored Readings / Calibration data of the selected

Mode from meter Memory with GLP format.
MODE : To Select Meter Operating Mode.
ENTER : To acknowledge the Entered value.
CE : To clear the wrong entry & to go backward for previous display screen.
BACK
 : To Select the GLP or Standard Mode between sample measurement & storage.
GLP GLP mode :- In this selection, the Sample related detail such as
Sample Name and ID. NO. can be entered after each Measurement.
Standard mode:- In this selection, Direct Measurement can be done
with-out entering the Sample related details.
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2. Back Panel – details
BNC 5 Pin Shell
Connector for Connector for
pH Indicating PT100-RTD
/ Combination Temperature
Electrode probe
4mm X 2
Banana
DC Power socket for
Adapter Input Conductivity
Electrode
25 Pin D Type 9 Pin D Type 4mm Banana

Connector for Connector for socket for
Printer PC Interface Reference
pH Electrode
Electrode Stand and Holder Assembly

Electrode Stand Arm
Holder
Wing Nut for

pH Electrode locking Arm
& Temperature
Sensor
Base
Plate
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Chapter 4
Operation
USING THE INSTRUMENT :

PICO pH / CON Meter
After the Meter is powered ON only two keys are active, i.e. RESET and MODE.
As described in the Section 2 – Panel details page 17,
 RESET key is used to initialize the Meter. By pressing the RESET key Meter gives Beep and
Display reads,
LABINDIA PICO Vx.xx
pH / CON Meter
 Selectivity of data transfer to PC/Printer for pH & Conductivity.
To select PC/Printer,
Display reads,
LABINDIA PICO Vx.xx
pH / CON Meter
Press,
Enter Password Enter Password (Min. 4 digit & Max. 8 digit)
PRINT xxxx
Press,
Data Transfer
ENTER 1) Printer 2) PC
To transfer data to Printer, Press ‘1’ or to transfer data to PC, Press ‘2’.
Press,
1 Select Printer
ABC 1) DMP 2) Deskjet
To transfer data to DMP, Press ‘1’ or to transfer data to Deskjet, Press ‘2’.
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Press,
1 pH Mode
ABC Press ENTER or MODE
Press,
Select Measr. Mode
ENTER 1) pH 2) Cond.
 To select resolution of pH readings,
Display reads,
LABINDIA PICO Vx.xx
pH / CON Meter
Press,
Enter Password Enter Password (Min. 4 digit & Max. 8 digit)
SCAN xxxx
Press,
pH Resolution
ENTER 1) 1 2) 2 3) 3
Say upto 3 digit.

Press,
3 Select Measr. Mode
GHI 1) pH 2) Cond.
 MODE Key is important key, as it allows the user to select the Operating and Measurement
Mode.
When first time the Mode key is pressed the instrument prompts for Measurement mode.
Display reads,
Select Measr. Mode:
1) pH 2) Conductivity
To select pH mode:- To select Conductivity mode:-
Press 1 and Press 2 and

ABC ENTER DEF ENTER
Display Display
pH Mode Conductivity Mode

Press ENTER or MODE Press ENTER or MODE
Refer Page no. 22 Refer Page no. 41
PART-1, as pH Meter. PART-2, as Conductivity Meter.
Now instrument will operate in the selected mode till it is initialized by pressing the RESET key or
power is turned Off/ON and reselection is done.
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PART – 1,
pH MEASUREMENT / FUNCTIONAL MODES:-
The modes can be selected by pressing MODE key repetitively till desired mode/function is
displayed and later acknowledged by pressing ENTER key.
Please note the Second Line of the display shows the Active Keys. The very first Mode Displayed
is, pH Mode.
pH Mode
Press ENTER or MODE
ENTER A1 Refer page 23.
nd
2 press,
mV Mode
Press ENTER or MODE
ENTER B1 Refer page 32.
rd
3 press,
Data Log. Mode: Press (Optional) Refer page 35.

ENTER / MODE / PRINT
C1
4th press,
Probe Check Mode
Press ENTER or MODE
D1 Refer page 37.
th
5 press,
Calibration Reminder
Press ENTER or MODE
E1 Refer page 37.
6th press,
Date & Time Mode Refer page 39.
Press ENTER or MODE
F1
th
7 press,
Password Mode Refer page 40
Press ENTER or MODE
G1
After desired Measurement / Functional Mode is displayed and then Enter Key is pressed to
confirm the selection .
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A. pH Measurement :-
Before starting the pH measurement, Ensure the Instrument is Setup properly as mentioned
on Page 15.
Select the pH Mode, A1

The Instrument Display reads,
Wait ! Stabilising . . pH =+ A.BCD R1 N
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
 “Wait Stabilising” – indicates, the instrument is checking Electrode signal Stability and once
the signal is steady it shows the measured pH, mV and temperature.
Display meaning,
Measured Reading No.

pH value
Calibration Status
pH =+ A.BCD R1 N N – Not Calibrated
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C L – Cal. Interpolation
Linear Regression or
Electrode S – Cal. Interpolation
Potential (mV) Segmentation.
Operating Mode
Sample Temperature
 mark - Standard
(ATC / Manual Comp.)
No mark – GLP
Before performing the pH measurement,

FWD
I. Select the Temperature Compensation Type by pressing TEMPCO key.
II. Calibrate the Instrument and pH Electrode press CAL key.
Other Active Keys are MEM

SCAN PRINT CLEAR MODE
The function of the above keys are described at later in this manual.
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I. Selecting Temperature Compensation: TEMPCO
The user has two options for temperature selection at which the automatic Temperature
compensation is to be considered during Calibration & measurement.
ATC at : 1
1) 25°C 2) 20°C
 For e.g - Compensation with respect to 25°C Press ‘1’ OR for 20°C Press ‘2’,
Press Display
1 ATC at : 1
ABC 1) 25°C 2) 20°C
Press ENTER Display Select TEMPCO Mode:

1) Auto 2) Manual
 For Automatic Temp. Compensation,

Press Display Press
1 Select TEMPCO Mode:1
ABC 1) Auto 2) Manual
ENTER A1
For Manual Temp. Compensation, measure the Solutions Temperature with thermometer and
then enter the correct temperature value. say @ 25.0 °C user entered.
Press Display Press
ENTER
DEF 1) Auto 2) Manual
Display Press
Enter Temp ( °C ) = 2 5  0
Press DEF MNO GLP - . /
Enter Temp ( °C ) =25.0

ENTER A1
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II. Calibration of Instrument and pH Electrode: CAL
The PICO+ pH meter is available with two interpolation method for calibration.
1. Segmentation (default) or 2. Linear Regression (Optional) or Both.
In this manual both the calibration methods are explained for user information purpose.
 User should consider the appropriate method as per instrument ordered & supplied or
applicable.
## IF the Instrument is having both modes of interpolation

The Display shows both options for selecting the desired method
Press Display SLOPE = XXX

CAL Offset = XXXmV
Press Display Enter password

ENTER
Display Press Display

Enter password Calibration Method:
ENTER
xxxx 1) Linear 2) Seg.
(Min.4digit & Max. 8 digit)
Press (1) Key for Calibration Linear regression interpolation or Press (2) key for Segmentation
interpolation method and refer to appropriate section for further operation. For more details about
the interpolation methods refer to Annexture – C.
Ensure the Electrode is connected to instrument and was properly Activated & stored.
Ensure the Temperature Sensor is connected to instrument.
Two Or more Buffers should be used for Calibration before making pH measurement.
1. Calibration with Linear Regression interpolation method as standard.

Rinse the pH electrode with distilled water 2~3 times , remove the excess water by soaking it with
tissue paper and insert the pH electrode and RTD in Acidic pH buffer and rinse it for several
times.
 NOTE : For proper conditioning and storage of electrode, refer Maintenance Section
Press Display SLOPE = XXX

CAL Offset = XXXmV
Press Display Enter password

ENTER

Enter password Enter Buf1 =
ENTER
xxxx
(Min.4digit & Max. 8 digit)
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As a GLP Sequence the User should Perform the Standardisation first and then Calibrate using
either Acidic or Basic Buffer.
The CE key is used to Terminate / complete the calibration when using less than 5 buffers. Max 5
pH buffers can be used.
Enter the First Calibration Buffer Value,
Enter Buf1 = 4  0 0
JKL GLP - . / - . /
Enter pH = 4.00 Wait ! Stabilising . .

ENTER
pH =+ A.BCD Enter. Enter Buf2 =

ENTER
mV = - PQR.S 27.0°C
Now Remove the pH electrode from the 4.00pH solution and rinse it thoroughly with distilled water,
soak the excess water with tissue paper. Insert the pH electrode and RTD in beaker having 7.00
pH buffer.
Enter the Second Calibration Buffer Value,
 Note:- The next buffer Value should not be more than 4 pH unit, See Display msg. (##)
Enter Buf2 = 7  0 0
STU GLP - . / - . /
Enter pH = 7.00 Wait ! Stabilising . .

ENTER
(##)
pH =+ A.BCD Enter.
ENTER
mV = - PQR.S 27.0°C
Instrument checks the Slope of the Electrode obtained ( Limit = 90 % ~ 105% )

If the Slope is Within Limits, Slope is Out-off Limit,
Enter Buf3 = Incorrect Buffer or
Probe Faulty.
To end calibration with (##) Enter Buf Diff. < 4

only Two Buffer Press
If Printer not connected,
To Perform Further Calibration
CE Printer Not Ready !
with more Buffer Values
Repeat the above sequence
With higher value pH buffer Calibration Report is Display reads
printed for two pH = + 4.000 R1 L
Buffers Values & Slope mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
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 Note : “L”in the RHS corner of Display indicates that the Linear Regression Interpolation
method is used for Calibration.
th
When the last (5 ) buffer is completed, instrument checks the Slope of the Electrode
obtained (Limit = 90 % ~ 105%) and
If the Slope is Within Limits, Slope is Out-off Limit,

Display reads, Display reads,
pH =+10.000 R1 L Incorrect Buffer or

mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C Probe Faulty
Enter Buf Diff. < 4
With Printer connected If printer not connected,
Full Calibration Report is Printed with values

Printer Not Ready !
Buffers used and the Slope Obtained.
The report also contains - for Authentication

a) Prints Date and Time of Calibration.
b) Calibration type (interpolation) Q1 pH =+10.000 R1 L
c) Buffer Data mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
d) Slope & offset
e) Company Name and Inst, Sr. No
f) A place for User Name & Signature.
NOW YOUR INSTRUMENT IS READY FOR pH MEASUREMENT
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III. Taking pH reading of Sample and Storing :- ENTER
 Remove the pH electrode from the solution and rinse it with distilled water 2 ~ 3 times, soak
the excess water with tissue paper and insert the pH electrode and Temperature sensor
(RTD) in the Sample beaker.
 Stir the Sample Solution keeping the pH Electrode and RTD immersed.
 Incase of Standard Mode selected, pressing the ENTER key the readings are Stored in the
memory without Sample Name & ID.NO., else if GLP operating mode is selected at start
readings gets Stored in the memory with the Sample Name & ID. NO.
Display reads, Press

Wait ! Stabilising . . pH =+ A.BCD R1 L ENTER
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
 Wait . . Printing Data ! Reading No: 1 ( Standard )

Entered as + A.BCD
( GLP )
Sample Name
Enter the Sample name by using Alphanumeric Keys.
 Refer Appendix-B.
ENTER
ID. No. : Enter the ID.NO. by using Alphanumeric Keys.

 Similar to Sample Name entries.
ENTER
Reading No: 1 Reading No. is automatically gets Incremented as

Entered as + A.BCD the ENTER key is pressed to store new reading.
Maximum 40 pH reading can be Stored.
 Instrument also has a facility to Prints a Report of single Reading taken ONLINE if printer is
connected correctly (Printer is ON and Paper is loaded in the tray) else it will ignore printing
and continue the pH measurement.
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IV. Scanning Stored pH reading :- SCAN
PICO pH has memory storage capacity for 40 pH reading with / without Sample Name & ID.NO.
The user can select the Stored readings data for viewing by pressing SCAN key and can scroll the
readings further by pressing FWD/TEMCO key repeatedly.
 SCAN Key is active only when the measurement function is enabled.
Say, there are 10 pH readings in the memory,

Display ,
pH =+ A.BCD R1 L 
SCAN
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C pH = + 07.003 No.1
FWD 
TEMPCO pH = + 07.006 No.2
FWD 
ENTER
TEMPCO pH = + 04.002 No.3
FWD
TEMPCO
FWD 
TEMPCO pH = + 09.018 No.10
By pressing ENTER key anytime during scan, the Instrument Display returns to measurement
function.
 Note :- If there is no pH reading stored in the instrument memory, it prompts the user by
displaying message,
No data for Scanning
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V. Printing the REPORT of pH readings :- PRINT
The PICO pH meter provides Report printing facility with an GLP approach. Comprising of
Customer Name, Instrument Sr. No., Date and Time, two types of report can be obtained,
1. Report with the user selected pH readings (by nos.)
2. Calibration Report. ( Last calibration Performed)
 PRINT Key is active only when the measurement function is enabled.
Display,
pH =+ A.BCD R10 L Print Report :
PRINT
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C 1)Reading 2)Cal. Repo
 Press 1 for Report  Press 2 for Calibration

Select Reading Nos. report
From:_ To:_
 Enter Reading Nos.

Select Reading Nos. Wait . . Xfering Data !
From: 2 To: 5_
After Printing is Over, automatically the Instrument Display returns to measurement function
VI. Clearing Memory of Stored pH readings :- MEM CLEAR

1. When PICO pH memory storage capacity is Full (> 40 pH reading), the indication is displayed
by greater than sign ( > ) previous to Reading no. Further pH reading storage by ENTER key is
disabled and a Memory Full display appears enabling the user to Clear the memory or Quit
back to measurement function for taking printout.
Display,
pH =+ A.BCD R>40 L Memory full :
ENTER
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C 1) Mem. Clear 2) Quit
To Select Quit To Clear Memory

( Return without clearing the memory )
Press 2 and Enter Press 1 and Enter
Memory full : 2 Memory full : 1
1) Mem. Clear 2) Quit 1) Mem. Clear 2) Quit
Page No. 27 Q1
As now the contents of Storage memory are nil, now again new pH reading can be stored from
Reading no. 1 to 40.
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2. Clearing ALL data memory by MEM CLEAR Key. i.e a) Readings, b) Calibration data or c) All (
Both ) at one instant.
Display,
pH =+ A.BCD R10 I MEM Enter Password
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C CLEAR _
Enter Password Memory Clear :

ENTER
XXXX 1) Rdgs. 2) Cal. 3) All
 Note the Final Display Status upon selection of option,
a) Clearing the READINGS,
1 Memory Clear : 1 Memory is cleared.

ENTER
ABC 1) Rdgs. 2) Cal. 3) All
pH =+ A.BCD R1 L Wait ! Stabilising . .

mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
b) Clearing the CALIBRATION DATA,

ENTER
DEF 1) Rdgs. 2) Cal. 3) All
pH =+ A.BCD R10 N Wait ! Stabilising . .

mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
c) Clearing ALL – Both the readings as well as the Calibration data,

ENTER
GHI 1) Rdgs. 2) Cal. 3) All
pH =+ A.BCD R1 N Wait ! Stabilising . .

mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
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B. mV Measurement : B1 from page no.22
Using PICO pH meter to measure Absolute millivolt Electrode potential ( mV ) value or Relative
millivolt with consideration of OFFSET.
Electrode Potential measurement have two main Analytical application.

1. For Ion Concentration Measurement by using ISE electrode.
2. For Redox ( ORP - Oxidation Reduction Potential ) Potential measurement by using Platinum
pin combination electrode.
Select the mV Mode, Refer page no.22

mV Mode No.1 N
mV =+ GHI.J  27.0°C B
Before performing the mV measurement,
Standardise the Instrument and pH Electrode press CAL key.
Other Active Keys are MEM

SCAN PRINT MODE
CLEAR
The function of the above keys are similar to Part A. pH Measurement.
I. Standardise Instrument and pH Electrode: CAL
 Ensure the Correct Electrode is connected to the BNC socket at the back of the instrument.
 Clean the electrode with distilled water and sock the excess water with tissue paper.
 Insert the electrode in the Standardisation solution.
Press Display Standardisation Mode : The mV value gets updated.

CAL
Actual mV =+ GHI.J
Once the Actual mV displayed is stable, press ENTER key to record the OFFSET value.
Standardisation Over
ENTER
Offset =+ GHI.J
R1
Wait ! Stabilising . . mV Mode R1 s

mV =+ 000.0  27.0°C
 There is No printout of the Standardistion report in mV measurement function.
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II. Taking mV reading of Sample and Storing :- ENTER
The Measurement is similar to pH part. Refer page no. – 23 for explanation.
The instrument reads the electrode potential and by pressing ENTER key it gets stored in the mV
memory block.
Maximum 40 mV readings can be stored.
III. Scanning Stored mV reading :- SCAN

The Scanning of mV readings is similar to pH part. Refer page no. – 29 for explanation.
IV. Printing the REPORT of mV readings :- PRINT

The Report printing of mV readings is similar to pH part. Refer page no. – 30 for explanation.
Note :- Only the Calibration Report is not available in mV measurement function.
V. Clearing Memory of Stored mV readings :- MEM CLEAR

The Memory clearing operation of mV readings is similar to pH part. Refer page no. – 30 part (1)
and page no. – 31 for explanation.
A. When PICO mV memory storage capacity is Full ( > 40 pH reading ), the indication is
displayed by greater than sign ( > ) previous to Reading no. Further mV reading storage by
ENTER key is disabled and a Memory Full display appears enabling the user to Clear the
memory or Quit back to measurement function for taking printout.
Display,
mV Mode No.>40 s Memory full :
ENTER
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C 1) Mem. Clear 2) Quit

Page No. 32 R1
As now the contents of Storage memory are nil, now again new mV reading can be stored from
Reading no. 1 up to 40.
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B. Clearing ALL data memory by MEM CLEAR Key. i.e a) Readings, b) Calibration data or c) All
(Both) at one instant.
Display,
mV Mode No.>40 s MEM Enter Password
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C CLEAR _

ENTER
 Note the final Display Status upon selection of option,
To Clear the Readings,

Press
ENTER
mV Mode R1 s Wait ! Stabilising . .

mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
To Clear the Calibration,

Press
ENTER
mV Mode R40 N Wait ! Stabilising . .

mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
To Clear all Memory contents, readings as well as Calibration data,

Press
ENTER
mV Mode R1 N Wait ! Stabilising . .

mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
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C. Data Logging of pH v/s Time :- C1 (Optional) from page no.22
Data Logging of pH v/s Time is an important facility for the study of Chemical Kinetics Reaction or
Enzymatic Kinetic Reaction. This can be also used for process monitoring in laboratory pilot plant
runs.
 The instrument records the pH reading w.r.t the User entered Data Log. Intv. (1 ~ 60 min.) and
No. of Intervals ( no. of readings – 24 max). The pH Data can be logged upto 24hrs. duration
for Slow Kinetic reaction with the Log. Intv of 60 minutes each.
 With pH Limit 1 & Limit 2 values for marks, the Graphical representation of the reaction trend
gives more meaning to the recorded values.
 The Sample Name and ID. NO. adds GLP compliance and authentication.
Select the Data Log. Mode, Refer page no.22

Data Log. Mode : Press
ENTER/MODE/PRINT/GLP
C1
Before proceeding to Data Logging of pH Kinetic reaction,
Calibrate the Instrument and pH Electrode for 3 points by selecting pH Measurement function.
Press CAL
Key for performing Calibration. Refer Page no. 22 & 23.

Other Active Keys are PRINT for printing the Logged data report & graph and
GLP
For Sample name & I.D. No. entry.
 Entering Data Logging Parameters & Start logging : Data Log. Mode : Press
If GLP mode is selected Enter Sample Name & ID.NO.

Sample Name ID. No. :
ENTER
 
Data Log. Intv. ( min )

( 1 - 60 ) :
Enter the desired Interval,
( say, 1 minute )
1 Data Log. Intv. ( min ) No. Of Intervals :
ENTER
ABC ( 1 - 60 ) : 1 ( 1 - 24 ) :
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Enter the no. of Interval,
(say, 5 intervals )
5 No. Of Intervals : pH Limit 1 : _
ENTER
MNO ( 1 - 24 ) : 5 pH Limit 2 :
Enter the pH Limits ( multiple of 1 pH unit ) which will bracket the pH value being logged during
Kinetic reaction.
E.g. During Bio-chemical reaction the pH change expected is within 6 ~ 8 pH ,

hence enter 6 as limit1 and 8 as limit2 or vise versa.
6 pH Limit 1 : 6 8
ENTER
PQR pH Limit 2 : _ VWX
pH Limit 1 : 6 To Start Logging

ENTER
pH Limit 2 : 8 Press ‘ENTER’
Data Logging started pH =+ 6.752 No. 1 L

ENTER
D.Log (hh:mm) 27.0°C
Reading No: 1 pH =+ 6.856 No. 2 L

Entered as + 6.752 D.Log (hh:mm) 27.0°C
Reading No: 2
Entered as + 6.856
pH =+ 7.025 No. 5 L
C1 D.Log (hh:mm) 27.0°C
The Instrument Logs the reading sequentially one after the other as per log interval (1min. in
above e.g.) till the final reading is recorded and Display returns to the Data Logging function.
Printing the Logged DATA and Graphical presentation :
To print the data and graph, press PRINT key after the data logging is over.
Ensure the Printer is ON, properly connected to the instrument and loaded with paper with Online
indication ON.
Data Log. Mode : Press Wait . . Xfering Data !
PRINT
Once the Printing data and graph is over the display returns to data Log function.
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D. Probe Check Mode :- D1 from page no.22
Probe check function is another helpful feature in PICO pH to establish the pH electrodes aging.
The probe Check function is performed with Buffer 7.00 pH to find out the Iso-potential point
offset.
Ensure all the precautions required for Electrode Cleaning.
Rinse the pH electrode with distilled water 2~3 times , remove the excess water by soaking it with
tissue paper and insert the pH electrode and RTD in 7.00 pH beaker.
 For proper conditioning and storage of electrode, refer Maintenance Section.
Display
Probe Check Mode Dip Probe in 7 pH &
ENTER
Press ENTER or MODE Press ‘ENTER’
Wait ! Stabilising . .
ENTER
A1
ENTER
If mV OFFSET > ±30 If mV OFFSET < ±30

Incorrect Buffer or Probe Ok. Press MODE
Probe Faulty
If the Probe ( pH Electrode ) is having Offset more than +30 mV or Less tan –30 mV , it can be
tried for reactivation several times and recheck the aging. If then instrument prompts as Probe
faulty, the Electrode should be thrown and another electrode should be used.
Calibration Reminder :- E1 from page no.22
Calibration Reminder is another essential / helpful feature in PICO pH to assist the user for
complying with GLP / ISO regulatory needs.
The Calibration Reminder can be enabled by setting the next Probable DATE for performing
Calibration. PICO pH Meter’s internal Real Time Clock keeps the watch on it when powered ON
and the pH measurement function is selected on that date, the Buzzer will generate BEEP sound
and the Display prompts for re-calibration.
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Ensure the DATE and TIME of internal Real Time Clock is SET correctly. Refer page no. 39.
Display,
Calibration Reminder 1) Previous Calib :
E1 Press ENTER or MODE
ENTER
2) Set Reminder
 To View the Previous Calibration Record,

Press
1 1) Previous Calib : 1 Calib. on : dd/mm/yy
ENTER
ABC 2) Set Reminder Calib due. : dd/mm/yy
Press CE key to return to Reminder function.
 To Set the Calibration reminder date,

Press
2 1) Previous Calib : 2 Calibration Reminder
ENTER
DEF 2) Set Reminder 1) ON 2) OFF :
Display,
Calibration Reminder Calibration Reminder
E Press ENTER or MODE
ENTER
1) ON 2) OFF :
To Enable / SET Calibration Reminder To Disable / SET Calibration Reminder
Select, 1) ON Select, 2) OFF
Press Press
1 Calibration Reminder 2 Calibration Reminder
ABC 1) ON 2) OFF : 1 DEF 1) ON 2) OFF : 2
ENTER ENTER
ENTER-Edit / CE-Back Calibration Reminder

dd/mm/yy Function is Disabled
Back to previous 1) Previous Calib : 1

CE Screen 2) Set Reminder
ENTER
BACK
CE
BACK
E1
ENTER-Edit / CE-Back Correct Date entry Calibration Reminder

DD/mm/yy Function is Enabled
Enter the Reminder Date, Month & Year and acknowledge it with ENTER key. The Cursor guides
the entry location.
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 The reminder Date has to be at least next to Present ( today’s ) Date. For wrong
Date entry instrument displays it as INVALID ENTRY.
On the Reminder Date, when the instrument is Powered ON and pH measurement function is
selected,
Display reads, After 2~3 sec.
Instru. needs calib. Calibration :
1)Y 2)N
1 2
ABC DEF
Slope = 100.91%
ENTER
Offset = -05.55mV
pH =+ A.BCD R1 N
ENTER
mV = - PQR.S  27.0°C
Refer Page no. 25.
Enter password.
Refer Calibration – Page no. 22.
E. Date & Time Mode :- F1 from page no.22
This mode is used to set the Real Time Clock built-in the PICO pH.
It Can also be used as the simple Clock when the PICO pH meter has no Sample pH / mV
measurement.
Display,
Date & Time Mode Enter Admin Password
ENTER
Press ENTER or MODE xxxx
Enter Password by using Alphanumeric Keys
ENTER-Edit / CE-Back
ENTER
dd/mm/yy hh:mm
Enter the Reminder Date, Month & Year sequentially and acknowledge it with ENTER key. The
Cursor guides the entry location.
 For wrong Date & Time entry, instrument displays it as INVALID ENTRY.
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G. Password Setting :- G1 from page 22.
This mode is used to set the user password for protection against unauthorized access to
1)Calibration, 2) Readings in the memory, 3) Stored Calibration data and 4) Setting new Password
itself.
Password is in Only Numeric from, Entry required is min 4 nos. and max 8 nos.
Display
Password Mode 1) Change Password
ENTER
Press ENTER or MODE 2) Enable 3) Disable
 To Change Password
Press
1 1) Admin 2) User
ABC
Press Press
1 Enter Old Password 2 Enter Admin Password
ABC ******** DEF ********
Press Press
Enter New Password Enter New Password
ENTER ENTER
******** ********
Press Press
Repeat New Password Repeat New Password
ENTER ENTER
******** ********
Press Press
New Password Stored New Password Stored
ENTER ENTER
Password Mode Password Mode

 Enable Password
Press
2 Enter Admin Password Password Mode
ENTER Press ENTER or MODE
DEF ********
 Disable Password
Press
GHI ********
---XXX---
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PART – 2, referred further from page no. 22,
CONDUCTIVITY MEASUREMENT / FUNCTIONAL MODES:-

The Modes can be selected by pressing MODE key repetitively until desired mode/function is
displayed and later acknowledged by pressing ENTER key.
Please note the Second Line of the display shows the Active Keys.
The very first 'Mode' Displayed is, Conductivity Mode,
Display
Conductivity Mode Refer page 42.
Press ENTER or MODE
ENTER A2
nd
2 press,
##
TDS Mode
Press ENTER or MODE
ENTER B2 Refer page 52.
rd
3 press,
## Salinity Mode
ENTER C2 Refer page 53.
Press ENTER or MODE
th
4 press,
## Data Log Mode : Press
ENTER / MODE / GLP
ENTER D2 Refer page 54.
th
5 press,
Probe Check Mode
ENTER E2 Refer page 55.
Press ENTER or MODE
6th press,
Calibration Reminder
Press ENTER or MODE
ENTER F2 Refer page 56.
th
7 press,
Date & Time Mode ENTER G2
Press ENTER or MODE Refer page 58.
th
8 press,
Password Mode ENTER H2
Press ENTER or MODE Refer page 58.
After desired Measurement / Functional Mode is displayed and then press Enter Key to
confirm the selection . ## only If this mode is Available
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A. CONDUCITVITY Measurement :-
Before starting the Conductivity measurement, Ensure the Instrument is Setup properly as
mentioned on Page 15.
Select the Conductivity Mode, Refer page no.41. A2
Enter Cell Const. :
1.000
Enter the Cell constant of the connected cell (electrode) -
Enter Cell Const. : Calibrate :

ENTER
1.010 1) Y 2) N
i) To perform Calibration with new cell To continue operation

Press Press
1 Calibrate : 1 2 Calibrate : 2
ABC 1) Y 2) N DEF 1) Y 2) N
Enter Password Con = A.BCDS No.1 C

ENTER P2 ENTER
XXXX K = 1.000  27.0°C
(Enter Password Min. 4 digit & Max. 8 digit)
ii) For same value of cell constant just press 'ENTER' key. The display reads,
Wait ! Stabilising . . Con = A.BCDS No.1 C
K = 1.000  27.0°C
 “Wait ! Stabilising” – indicates, the instrument is checking Electrode signal Stability and
once the signal is steady it shows the measured Conductivity and temperature.
Display meaning,
Measured Reading No.

Conductivity or TDS value
in S/mS or PPM/PPT Calibration Status
N – Not Calibrated
Cell Const Con = A.BCDS No.1 N C – 2-pt Calibrated
K = 1.000  27.0°C
Operating Mode
Sample Temperature
 mark - Standard
(ATC / Manual Comp.)
No mark – GLP
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Before performing the Conductivity Measurement,
III. Enter the Temperature Coefficient &
FWD
Select the Temperature Compensation Type by pressing key.
TEMPCO
IV. Calibrate the Instrument with required CELL/Electrode press CAL key.
Other Active Keys are SCAN PRINT MEM MODE

CLEAR
The function of the above keys are described at later in this manual.
1) Entering Solutions Temperature Coefficient & Selecting

Temperature Compensation: TEMPCO
a) Temperature Coefficient :- Press FWD Display Enter Coefficient :
TEMPCO
Enter the required Temperature Coefficient value for ATC of Sample/STD Conductivity
Calibration & measurement, Refer Table 2, page no. 7 and given below for KCL standards.
If not known it can be entered as 2.0 % / °C, since for most application, this will provide good
results.
Conductivity @25.0°C Concentration of KCL, mol/lit. TEMCO @25°C.
12.880 mS 0.1 M + 1.90 %
1.413 mS 0.01 M + 1.94 %
147.0 S 0.001 M + 2.04 %
Please note :- If the instrument has been earlier entered with the TEMPCO value it will be
displayed for reference purpose, which user can acknowledge by pressing ENTER key.
For e.g. 2.0, Press
2  0 Enter Coefficient :
DEF GLP - . / 2.0
Display reads ATC at :

ENTER
1> 25°C 2> 20°C
b) Temperature Compensation & TEMPCO mode selection for ATC:-
The user has two options for temperature selection at which the automatic Temperature
compensation is to be considered during Calibration & measurement.
ATC at : 1
1) 25°C 2) 20°C
 For e.g - Compensation with respect to 25°C Press ‘1’ OR for 20°C Press ‘2’,
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Press Display
1 ATC at : 1
ABC 1) 25°C 2) 20°C
Press ENTER Display Select TEMPCO Mode:

1) Auto 2) Manual
 For Automatic Temp. Compensation,
Press Display
ABC 1) Auto 2) Manual
Press Display
Con = A.BCDS No.1 C
ENTER
K = 1.000 
 For Manual Temp. Compensation, @ 25.0 °C user entered.

Press Display Press
ENTER
DEF 1) Auto 2) Manual
Display Enter Temp ( °C ) = Press 2 5  0

DEF MNO GLP - . /
Enter Temp ( °C ) =25.0 Press Display Con = A.BCDS No.1 C

ENTER
K = 1.000 
For Manual compensation, measure the Solutions Temperature

 with thermometer and then enter the correct temperature value.
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2) Calibration of Instrument and Electrode: CAL
 Ensure the Correct Electrode is connected to instrument and was properly cleaned & stored.
 Ensure the Temperature Sensor is connected to instrument.
 Ensure the Correct Temperature Coefficient and Temperature compensation type is entered.
Rinse the Conductivity electrode with distilled water 2~3 times, remove the excess water by
soaking it with lint free tissue paper (Do not rub / scratch the platinum plates).
 For proper conditioning and storage of electrode, refer Maintenance Section.
Press Display
Cell Const = 0.989
CAL Instrument will show earlier calibration.
Press Display
Enter Password
ENTER
_
Enter Password
Enter the Password Set by using the numeric keys 
Press Display For Cell K=1, Press
Enter Cell Const. : 1 Enter Cell Const. :
ENTER
_ ABC 1
Press Display
Enter Soln Cond. :
ENTER
_ P2
a) The Sample Conductivity should be within the Range of the selected CELL to
 b)
reduce the span errors.
The Conductivity Standard should bracket the Sample conductivity to reduce
the linearity errors.
The Typical measurement range of different Conductivity Cells is given in Table 3.
Conductivity Cell Constant Approx. K Typical Conductivity Measurement Range

0.1 0.05 S to 100 S
1.0 50.0 S to 100 mS
10.0 50.0 mS to 200 mS
Depending on the electrodes Cell constant selected, choose the Calibration Standards (S/mS) as
per sample measurement range. Concentration of potassium chloride (KCl) is given for reference
purpose.
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Below given is the table of suitable Calibration Standard/s to be used for calibration as per Cell
Constant chosen. Table 4.
Conductivity Cell Constant Conductivity standards. KCl Concentration
Approx. K S. @25.0°C. Mol/lit.
0.1 147.0 S 1) 0.001M
147.0S 1) 0.001M,
1.0 1.413mS 2) 0.01M,
12.880mS 3) 0.1M.
1.413mS 1) 0.01M,
10.0 12.880mS 2) 0.1M,
111.34mS 3) 1M.
For Cell Constant K=1. Continue from ‘CAL’ P2

Enter the Conductivity Value of the Calibration Standard by using numeric keys.
Please note: Enter the value with respect to the ATC temperature selected.
i.e. if 25 °C is the compensation temperature enter the value corresponding to 25 °C
Enter Soln Cond. :
Press (1), (.), (4), (1) & (3) mS display 1.413
Press Display Press
Soln Cond : 001.413 2 Soln Cond : 001.413
ENTER
1)S 2)mS : DEF 1)S 2)mS : 2
Press Enter Coeff. Press (1), (.), (9), (2)
Enter Coefficient: Enter Coefficient:
ENTER
_ 1.92
Press Select ATC temperature - refer page no. 43.
ATC at : 1
ENTER
1> 25°C 2> 20°C ABC
Press Select TEMCO Mode - refer page no. 44.
Select TEMPCO Mode: 1 Select TEMPCO Mode:1
ENTER
1) Auto 2) Manual ABC 1) Auto 2) Manual
Press Display
Wait ! Stabilising . . Enter if stable rdg.
ENTER
Con = 1.407mS
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Press The Instrument checks the CAL Limits.
ENTER
If the obtained CELL Constant If the obtained CELL Constant

is within 80%~120% limit of entered value. is out off limit.
Display reads momentarily the Cell Constant
w.r.t the Standard used Refer page no.42.
Cell Const. = n.xyz Incorrect Buffer or
Q2 Probe Faulty.
P2
With Printer connected, If printer not connected,
Full Calibration Report is Printed with values of Printer Not Ready !

Standard used, measured value and Cell constant.
The report also contains - for Authentication

1) Prints Date and Time of Calibration. Con= 1.413mS No.1 C
Q2 K = 0.996  27.0°C
2) Company Name and Inst. Sr. No.
3) A place for Signature.
NOW YOUR INSTRUMENT IS READY FOR

CONDUCTIVITY MEASUREMENT
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III. Taking Conductivity reading of Sample and Storing :- ENTER
 Remove the Conductivity electrode and Temperature sensor from the solution and rinse them
with distilled water 2 ~ 3 times, soak the excess water with tissue paper.
 Again rinse the Cell with the Sample solution, then insert the Cell and Temperature sensor
(RTD) in the another beaker containing same Sample.
 Stir the Sample Solution keeping the Conductivity Cell and RTD immersed.
 Incase of Standard Mode selected, pressing the ENTER key the readings are Stored in the
memory without Sample Name & ID.NO., else if GLP operating mode is selected at start
readings gets Stored in the memory with the Sample Name & ID. NO.
Display reads, Press

Wait ! Stabilising . . Con= A.BCDmS No.1 C ENTER
K = 0.996  27.0°C
 Wait . . Xfering Data ! Reading No: 1 ( Standard )

Entered as A.BCDmS
( GLP )  indication will not be displayed
Sample Name
Enter the Sample name by using Alphanumeric Keys.
 Refer Appendix – B.
ENTER
ID. No. : Enter the ID.NO. by using Alphanumeric Keys.

 Similar to Sample Name entries.
ENTER
Reading No: 1 Reading No. is automatically gets Incremented as

Entered as + A.BCD the ENTER key is pressed to store new reading.
Maximum 40 Conductivity reading can be Stored.
# Instrument also has a facility to Print a Report of single Reading taken ONLINE, if printer is
connected correctly (Printer is ON and Paper is loaded in the tray). Else it will ignore printing
and continue the Conductivity measurement.
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IV. Scanning Stored Conductivity reading :- SCAN
PICO Conductivity meter has memory storage capacity for 40 reading with / without Sample Name
& ID.NO.
The user can select the Stored readings data for viewing by pressing SCAN key and can scroll the
readings further by pressing FWD/TEMCO key repeatedly.
 SCAN Key is active only when the measurement function is enabled.
Say there are 10 Conductivity readings in the memory,

Display ,
Con= A.BCDmS No.10 C 

SCAN
K = 0.996  27.0°C Con= 1.413 mS No.1
FWD 
TEMPCO Con= 1.414 mS No.2
ENTER FWD 
TEMPCO Con= 100.4 mS No.3
FWD
TEMPCO
FWD 
TEMPCO Con= 140.9 S No.10
By pressing ENTER key anytime during scan, the Instrument returns to measurement function.
 Note : user
If there is no Conductivity reading stored in the instrument memory, it prompts the
by displaying message,
No data for Scanning
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V. Printing the REPORT of Conductivity readings :- PRINT
The PICO Conductivity meter provides Report printing facility with an GLP approach. Comprising
of Customer Name, Instrument Sr. No., Date and Time, two types of report can be obtained,
1. Report with the user selected conductivity readings (by nos.)
2. Calibration Report. (Last calibration Performed)
 PRINT Key is active only when the measurement function is enabled.
Display,
Con= A.BCDmS No.10 C Print Report :
PRINT
K = 0.996  27.0°C 1)Reading 2)Cal. Repo
 Press 1 for Report  Press 2 for Calibration

Select Reading Nos. report
From:_ To:_
 Enter Reading Nos.

Select Reading Nos. Wait . . Xfering Data !
From: 2 To: 5_
After Printing is Over, automatically the Instrument Display returns to measurement function
If printer is not Connected or is OFFLINE due to No paper Display Printer not Ready!..
VI. Clearing Memory of Stored Readings & Calibration :- MEM CLEAR

1. When PICO Conductivity meter memory storage capacity is Full (>40 reading), the indication
is displayed by greater than sign ( > ) previous to Reading no. Further Conductivity reading
storage by ENTER key is disabled and a Memory Full display appears prompting the user to
Clear the memory or Quit back to measurement function.
Display,
Con= A.BCDmS No.>40C Memory full :
ENTER
K = 0.996  27.0°C 1) Mem. Clear 2) Quit

Ref. Pg. No.47 Q2

As now the contents of Storage memory are nil, now again new Conductivity reading can be stored
from Reading no. 1 up to 40.
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2. Clearing ALL data memory by MEM CLEAR Key. i.e a) Readings, b) Calibration data or
c) All (Both) at one instant.
Display,
Con= A.BCDmS No.10 C MEM Enter Password
K = 0.996  27.0°C CLEAR _

ENTER
 Note the Final Display Status upon selection of option,
a) Clearing the READINGS,
Press Display
ENTER
Con= A.BCDmS R1 C Wait ! Stabilising . .

K = 0.996  27.0°C
b) Clearing the CALIBRATION DATA,
Press Display
ENTER
Con= A.BCDmS R10 N Wait ! Stabilising . .

K = 1.000  27.0°C
c) Clearing ALL – Both the readings as well as the Calibration data,
Press Display
ENTER
Con= A.BCDmS R1 N Wait ! Stabilising . .

K = 1.000  27.0°C
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B. TDS – Total Dissolved Solids Measurement (Optional):-
Before starting the TDS measurement, Ensure the Instrument is Setup properly as mentioned
on Page 15.
Select the TDS Mode, Refer page no.41 B2
Enter TDS Factor :
0.500
Enter the TDS factor for KCL by using numeric keys.
The Calibration data is obtained from Conductivity mode. Calibration i.e. “CAL” key
is disabled in TDS mode. Ref page no.52.
So ensure the instrument is calibrated first in Conductivity mode with proper
conductivity standard solution and Cell/electrode.
Display reads,
TDS= xx.xx ppm No.1 N
T.F = 0.500  27.0°C
Now you can perform TDS measurement of samples. All operations are similar to Conductivity
measurement - Storing the reading in memory with/without GLP, Scanning the stored readings,
memory clearing and report printing, etc.
For changing/editing the TDS factor Use CE Key.

BACK
Press Display
Enter TDS Factor : Enter the Desired TDS factor by using
CE
0.500 numeric Keys.
BACK TDS Factor range :- 0.1 to 1.0
Display shows the TDS Value considering the New TDS factor entered.
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C. Salinity (Optional):-
Before starting the Salinity measurement, Ensure the Instrument is Setup properly as
mentioned on Page 15.
Select the Salinity Mode, Refer page no.41 C2
Display Press
Enter Sal Factor : Enter Sal Factor :
ENTER
0.500 0.5
Enter the Salinity factor by using numeric keys.
The Calibration data is obtained from Conductivity mode. Calibration i.e. “CAL” key
is disabled in Salinity mode. Ref page no.52.
So ensure the instrument is calibrated first in Conductivity mode with proper
conductivity standard solution and Cell/electrode.
Press Display
Sal = XXX.X ppm R1 C
ENTER SF = 0.50 *
24.7
Now you can perform Salinity for Salinity measurement of samples. All operations are similar
to Conductivity measurement - Storing the reading in memory with/without GLP, Scanning the
stored readings, memory clearing and report printing, etc.
Press Display
Enter Salinity Factor : Enter Salinity factor.
CE
0.5 Salinity Factor range :- 0.1 to 1.0
BACK
It will display the salinity value considering New Salinity factor entered.
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D. Data Logging:-
Select the Data Logging Mode, Refer page no.41 D2
To monitor the change in conductivity, over a period of time.

Data Log Mode : Press Data Log. Intv.(min)
ENTER
ENTER / MODE / GLP (1 – 60) :
Say 1 min,
Press Display
1 Data Log. Intv.(min)
ABC (1 – 60) : 1
Press Display
To Start Logging
ENTER
Press ‘ENTER’
Press For some time Display reads,

Data Logging Started
ENTER
Display
100.1 ppm R1 C After each 1 min it will transfer data to printer or PC.
D.Log(00:00) * 24.8°
To Stop the Data transfer,

Press Display
CE Data Log Mode : Press
BACK ENTER/MODE/GLP
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E. Probe Check Mode :- E2 from page no.41.
Probe check function is another helpful feature in PICO Conductivity meter to establish the
Conductivity CELL aging.
The probe Check function is Similar to the Determination of Cell constant electrode/Calibration
with KCL standard solution.
Note:- Please Refer table 4, page no. 46.

( Ensure all the precautions are taken as required for proper Calibration )
 Rinse the Conductivity Cell & RTD with distilled water 2~3 times , remove the excess water by
soaking it with tissue paper and insert the Conductivity Cell and RTD in Standard solution
beaker.
 For proper conditioning and storage of electrode, Refer Maintenance Section.
Display Press Standard - 1.413mS

Probe Check Mode Select Cell Const :
E2 Press ENTER or MODE
ENTER
1)0.1 2)1 3)10
Press Display Press Display

1 Select Cell Const : 1 Dip Probe in 1.413mS
ENTER
ABC 1)0.1 2)1 3)10 KCl soln. Press ENTER
Press
Wait ! Stabilising . .
ENTER
Enter if stable rdg.

Con = 1.407mS A1 ENTER
If the obtained CELL Constant If the obtained CELL Constant

is not in the 80%~120% limit is within 80%~120% limit.
Incorrect Buffer or Probe Ok. Press MODE
Probe Faulty
If the Probe (Conductivity Cell/Electrode) Constant K is out off limit, it can be tried for reactivation
by re-platinizing several times and recheck the recovery. After rechecking if it prompts as Probe
faulty, the Electrode should be disposed off and another electrode should be used.
Labindia Analytical Instruments Pvt. Ltd. can Supply the Conductivity Cell Re-platinizing Kit
for Reactivation of the CELL. Please ask for details. - service.mfg@labindia.com
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F. Calibration Reminder :- F2 from page no.41
Calibration Reminder is another helpful feature in PICO Conductivity meter to assist the user for
complying with GLP / ISO regulatory needs.
The Calibration Reminder can be enabled by setting the next Probable DATE for performing
Calibration. PICO conductivity Meter’s internal Real Time Clock keeps the watch on it when
powered ON and the measurement function is selected on that date, the Buzzer will generate
BEEP sound and the Display prompts for re-calibration.
Ensure the DATE and TIME of internal Real Time Clock is SET correctly. Refer page no. 58.
Display,
Calibration Reminder 1) Previous Calib :
F2 Press ENTER or MODE
ENTER
2) Set Reminder
 To View the Previous Calibration Record,

Press
1 1) Previous Calib : 1 Calib. on : dd/mm/yy
ENTER
ABC 2) Set Reminder Calib due. : dd/mm/yy
Press CE key to return to Reminder function.
 To Set the Calibration reminder date,

Press
2 1) Previous Calib : 2 Calibration Reminder
ENTER
DEF 2) Set Reminder 1) ON 2) OFF :
To Enable / SET Calibration Reminder To Disable / SET Calibration Reminder

Select, 1) ON Select, 2) OFF
Press Display Press Display

1 Calibration Reminder 2 Calibration Reminder
ABC 1) ON 2) OFF : 1 DEF 1) ON 2) OFF : 2
ENTER ENTER
Cont… on next page
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From previous page

dd/mm/yy Function is Disabled
Back to previous
screen . :1
1) Previous Calib
ENTER CE
BACK 2) Set Reminder
CE
BACK
2~3 sec
F2
Display Press - Correct Date entry

ENTER
dd/mm/yy Function is Enabled
Enter the New Reminder Date, Month & Year and acknowledge it with ENTER key. The Cursor
guides the entry location.
The reminder Date has to be at least next to Present ( today’s ) Date. For wrong
 Date entry instrument displays it as INVALID ENTRY and returns back to the entry
screen.
On the Reminder Date , when the instrument is Powered ON and measurement function is
selected,
Display reads, After 2~3 sec.

Instru. needs calib. Calibrate :
1)Y 2)N
1 2
ABC DEF
ENTER ENTER
Calibrate : 1
1)Y 2)N
Q2
Refer Calibration – Page no. 42. Refer Page no. 47.
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G. Date & Time Mode :- G2 from page no.41.
This mode is used to set the Real Time Clock built-in the PICO conductivity meter.
It can also be used as the simple Clock when the PICO conductivity meter has no Sample
measurement.
Display,
Date & Time Mode Enter Admin Password
ENTER
Press ENTER or MODE xxxx
Enter Password by using Alphanumeric Keys
ENTER-Edit / CE-Back
ENTER
dd/mm/yy hh:mm
Enter the correct Date, Month & Year sequentially and acknowledge it with ENTER key. The
Cursor advances/guides the entry location.
Press CE/Back key to return to previous display.
 For wrong Date & Time entry, instrument displays it as INVALID ENTRY.
H. Password Setting :- H2 from page no. 41.
This mode is used to set the user password for protection against unauthorized access to
1)Calibration, 2) Readings in the memory, 3) Stored Calibration data and 4) Setting new Password
itself.
Password is in Only Numeric from, Entry required is min 4 nos. and max 8 nos.
Display
Password Mode 1) Change Password
ENTER
Press ENTER or MODE 2) Enable 3) Disable
 To Change Password
Press
1 1) Admin 2) User
ABC
Press Press
1 Enter Old Password 2 Enter Admin Password
ABC ******** DEF ********
Press Press
Enter New Password Enter New Password
ENTER ENTER
******** ********
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Press Press
Repeat New Password Repeat New Password
ENTER ENTER
******** ********
Press Press
New Password Stored New Password Stored
ENTER ENTER
Password Mode Password Mode

 Enable Password
Press
DEF ********
 Disable Password
Press
GHI ********
---XXX---
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Chapter 5
Operation Guideline
Useful Hints for pH & mV measurement:-
 New electrodes (or electrodes that have been in storage) should be conditioned in one inch
(25mm) of pH 7.0 or 4.0 buffer for several hours prior to their use. Make sure that the wetting
cap has been removed from the tip of the electrode.
 Always remove the wetting cap and fill hole plug during calibration and measurements.
Replace the fill hole plug when done.
 Calibrate the electrode daily. Though a 1-point calibration may be suitable for some
applications, we recommended that a 2-point calibration (that brackets the expected pH range)
be performed.
 Be aware that if you are measuring hot or cold samples without the use of an ATC probe, the
values displayed are not accurate. You should be calibrating and measuring at room
temperature.
 When transferring from one sample to another, always rinse the electrode with distilled water
and bolt dry. Handle the electrode carefully and do not use it as a stirring rod.
 Do not use calibration buffers after the expiration date printed on the package. Keep the
bottles tightly capped and stored according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Never put used
buffer back into the bottle of new buffer.
 For small sample volumes, make sure that both the pH bulb and the reference junction are in
contact with the sample.
 Response time is a function of both the electrode and the solution. Some solutions have very
fast response while others, particularly those with low ionic strength, may take several minutes.
 Samples must be in solution (water). You cannot measure the pH of a dry sample.
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Useful Hints for Conductivity & TDS
 When measuring, make sure the solution is above the cell chamber slot.
 Make sure the cell chamber is free of bubbles when measuring. To reduce air bubbles, stir
centrally and then leave to stabilize.
 Allow sufficient time for the sensor to stabilize when measuring samples of different
temperatures.
 Rinse sensor with next measurement sample between measurements, and ensure sensor is
dried when re-zeroing the instrument.
 For greater accuracy, calibrate using a standard close in value to the sample.
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Chapter 6
Maintenance
And
Troubleshooting
Instrument Maintenance:-
The Labindia pH & Conductivity Meter needs no maintenance except for an occasional wipe with a
damp cloth. The front panel is made of ABS Resin and is not affected by the solvents. ABS Resin
is known to be affected by some organic solvents, do not use solvents like Chloroform, toluene,
xylene Acetone and methyl-ethyl-ketone. It is good laboratory practice to wipe away any spills as
soon as they occur.
Regular maintenance schedule and proper storage of pH electrode will maximize performances
and help to extend the life of electrode.
Weekly :-
1) Inspect electrode for scratches, cracks salt crystals built up on membrane / liquid junction
deposits.
2) The reference chamber of refillable electrode should be drained, flush with fresh filling solution
and refilled.
3) Use a dedicated pH electrode storage solution to keep electrode in proper working order.
4) Constant use of this solution will keep the electrode ready to use and provide fast stable
response.
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Short term storage :- Between measurement / up to one week.
Soak the electrode in pH storage solution.
Long term storage :- More than one week.

The reference chamber should be filled and the fill hole securely covered. Cover sensing element
and reference junction with its protective cap containing few drops storage solution.
pH ELECTRODE MAINTENANCE
Solutions used to clean electrodes must be handled with the care according to toxic
or corrosive substances. Please refer to relevant MSDS.
 Do not allow the reference chamber of the electrode to dry out. Always keep it filled with the
proper fill solution.
 Formation of KCl salt at the tip and side of the electrode is normal and should be rinsed off
with warm water.
 Leave the tip of the electrode in an inch (25mm) of pH 7.0 or 4.0 buffer when it is not being
used. Do not leave it in distilled water. For long term storage follow the electrode
manufacturer’s instructions.
 If the electrode slope is off or the electrode response has become sluggish or inaccurate,
change the fill solution. If that does not improve the response then the pH sending glass and
the junction have probably become coated with some of the samples being tested.
 Test the junction for flow – rinse the tip of the electrode, blot dry and let the electrode hang in
the air for 15 minutes. A proper flowing junction should have KCl salt crystals forming on it. If
none appear, review the following suggestions for cleaning.
 Protein contamination – Soak the tip of the electrode for 1 – 2 hours in a solution of
10% Pepsin and water with enough Hydrochloric acid added to bring the pH of the
solution to 1.0. Rinse the electrode and soak in pH 7.0 buffer until stable.
 Oil contamination – Carefully clean the tip of the electrode using a cotton swab soaked
with alcohol or acetone. The tip of glass body electrodes can be put directly into organic
cleaners but do not put plastic or epoxy body electrodes into organic solvents. Rinse
the electrode and soak in pH 7.0 buffer until stable.
 All other – Soak tip of the electrode in 0.1 M
 Hydrochloric acid for one hour. Rinse the electrode and soak in pH 7.0 buffer until
stable.
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pH Electrode cleaning
 General
 Soak the electrode in O.I.M HCL for 30 minutes
 Removal of deposits
 Protein :- Soak the electrode in 1% pepsin in 0.1 M HCL for 15 minutes.
Inorganic :- Soak the electrode in 0.1 M tetrasodium EDTA solution for 15
minutes
Grease & Oil :- Rinse the electrode with mild detergent of methanolic Solution.
Conductivity electrode :- Maintenance, Cleaning and Storage
Maintenance of conductivity equipment includes periodic checks
 Protect the conductivity system from dust and excessive heat and cold.
 Keep all cable connector dry and free of dirt and extraneous matter.
 Protect connector ends in a clean plastic bag when not in use.
Sensor cleaning
 Conductivity sensors must be clean to produce accurate results; residue from previous
samples can coat surfaces of sensor and cause erroneous reading.
 Clean sensors thoroughly with deionized water before and after making a measurement.
 Remove oil residue or other chemical resistors (salts) with a detergent solution. Sensors
can soak in detergent solution for many hours without damage.
 Never rub or use a brush on platinum coated sensors.
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Troubleshooting & Error Codes
Displayed Error Possible Cause Solution

pH = Invalid , No electrode connected Check Electrode connection
mV = Out of Range pH input
No RTD  Temperature sensor not  Check RTD connection
connected
 RTD sensor Faulty  To Replace Sensor – Call
Labindia Engineer
st
Perform std. If calibration done directly 1 Perform Standardisation
without standardization and proceed to Calibration
buffer
Incorrect buffer or probe  Buffer not within range Prepare / take fresh buffers
faulty  Bad electrode Activate/Clean Electrode refer
Electrode Manual.
Or replace electrode with New.
Memory full , R>40 40 readings already stored Clear the memory By using
1) Memory clear MEM CLEAR key
2) Quit
Invalid entry Entry out of range Enter proper Buffer Value with
in range.
Printer not ready Error in printer connection Check & Correct the causes
Printer OFF, Printer OFFLINE
or no Paper
No data (Printer, Scan, Cal) No data in memory Store the readings and take
printouts.
Con = Invalid, No sensor No electrode connected Check Electrode connection
C1 & C2 input
TDS = Invalid, No sensor No electrode connected Check Electrode connection
C1 & C2 input
SAL = Invalid, No sensor No electrode connected Check Electrode connection
C1 & C2 input
Perform CAL Calibration Reminder active, Perform Calibration with fresh
Calibration not done buffers.
NO Display No Power Remove & Connect adapter
Check DC Adapter again.
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Consumables and Accessories
Sr.
Description Part No.
No.
1. pH Checker ( 4/7/10 pH) 50700002
2. Automatic Temperature Probe – PT100 50500049
3. Electrode Stand Assembly 50500005
4. pH Combination Electrode, Epoxy Body 69940502

Electrode Conductivity Cell 1.0K constant
5. 29940513
(Indian Make)
6. 29940514
(Indian Make)
Electrode Conductivity Cell 10K constant
7. 29940515
(Indian Make)
8. 69940515
(Imported Make)
9. 69940516
(Imported Make)
10. DC Adapter 9VDC 1A 29921202
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APPENDIX - A
 PRINTER DIP SWITCH SETTINGS FOR COMMONLY AVAILABLE 80 - COLUMN DOT

MATRIX PRINTERS
1] EPSON LX-800 [ WIPRO LX-800 ]
SWITCH BANK 1.
SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 SW7 SW8

OFF ON ON ON OFF ON ON ON
SWITCH BANK 2.
SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4

ON OFF OFF OFF
Automatic line feed

2] TVSE
SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 SW7 SW8

ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
NOTE :
After switches are correctly set turn the printer OFF and ON again to load the new
settings.
3] TVSE – RP45 Shoppe Mini Dot Matrix Printer
NOTE :
Please refer printer manual supplied along with the RP45 Shoppe Printer.
Using operation panel change the character pitch setting (CPI) to 20cpi for Esc P Emulation
Mode. (refer pg. no. 25 of TVSE-RP45 User Manual).
4] GP-80250IN Thermal Printer – Serial Input
NOTE :
Please refer printer manual supplied along with the GP-80250IN Printer.
Emulation mode : ESC/POS

Character / Line : 48 Column
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APPENDIX – B
 ALPHANUMERIC Data Entry
Alpha numeric Entries are required for Sample Name & ID.NO.
To enter SAMPLE NAME: e.g. KCL1A
Please follow the Sequence for key entries

Display -
Sample Name :

Press Twice Press Thrice Press Thrice Press 4 times Press 4 times
4 1 4 1 1
JKL ABC JKL ABC ABC
Display reads,
Sample Name :
KCL1A
If any entry goes wrong press CE to re-enter
Press ENTER after alphanumeric entries are over.
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APPENDIX – C
Interpolation Methods used for pH meter calibration
 Linear Regression:
A single Best fit line is drawn for all the data points. Because a single line is
drawn to best fit all pH data points, the line may not go through all (any) of the
calibration points if there are more than two points.
The Slope and offset for this type of calibration are referred as best fit Slope
and best fit Offset. This type of calibration may be performed with
temperature compensation.
To perform Calibration using this mode, it is recommended to use the

Accurate/Traceable buffer solutions. Several time rinsing of pH electrode with
distilled water and then buffer prior to calibration.
 Segmentation (Point to Point) :
The calibration is divided in Sets or “Segments” of two calibration points and

lines are drawn between each segment. A slope and Offset are calculated for
each pair of calibration point.
The Average of the Slopes and Offsets of the segments are reported in the
calibration report. This type of calibration may be performed with temperature
compensation. There must be at least three calibration points to apply this
method.
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APPENDIX – D
PICO+ series – Data Downloading Capability to Personal Computer
Installation/setup Instructions:
The instrument software has been incorporated with RS232C protocol interface for transferring the
printable data to PC having standard data terminal software Windows - Hyper terminal.
Features of PC data transfer,
1. Data transfer to : Printer or Personal computer.

2. All reports - a) Readings Report, b) Calibration Report and c) Individual reading report and Data
logging Report (without Graph) which are available for printing can be transfer to PC on-line/off-
line (needs Hyper terminal active in the PC).
3. The data is captured as ASCII character via Hyper terminal software and then can be saved by
the user as MS word .doc or .text file by Note Pad with suitable name by using Cut Paste utility.
Since the communication is based in Terminal emulation mode for supporting Table borders – the
Font should be selected as “Terminal” only.
COM Port Configuration/Settings:-
Setting HYPERACCESS NEW CONNECTION and COM port selection:- Enter Name PC-PICO,
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If the COM port chosen is not free or being used by another
application a pop up screen will be displayed with message
“Unable to Open COM_”.
When a free Com port is selected The COM port Properties

Pop up will be displayed on the screen.
Set the Comm Port Properties,

Baud-9600, Data bits 8, Parity none, Stop bit 1, Flow
Control- None or Xon/Xoff.
 Once the setting are

done Save the
Session so as the
Session file is
generated and can be
run again to download
the data from PC-
PICO.
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Now From the terminal window FILE menu select the Properties tool to set the Terminal Emulation
mode and Data Line
Once You click on the Properties menu -
Properties window will appear.
Select Settings option to set the Emulation mode

and function setting.
Function:- Arrow & Ctrl Key as Terminal key.
Backspace key sends: Ctrl+H
Emulation :- ANSI
Telnet id:- ANSI.
Now Setup the ASCII parameters
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Click the ASCII setup icon to enter the setting window.
Click the Boxes as shown in the graphics for
 Line end with line feed and

 wrap lines that exceed terminal width
 Then Click OK to return to Properties window
Click OK Icon on the Properties window to complete the settings.
Now once again Save the Session to store the settings.
To Generate the Icon for the PICO connectivity with PC, right click on the file name being in the
Hyper terminal Window – select Create Shortcut to desk top.
Click on the Icon and start the application. An Terminal Window will open automatically and now
the PC is ready to receive the data from PICO pH /Conductivity/Ion meters.
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Chapter 6
Service &
Warranty
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TERMS OF WARRANTY
LABINDIA ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENTS PVT LTD., hereinafter known as Manufacturer, warrants all their
products manufactured and sold by them or through their authorized distributors, to be free of any defect in
material and workmanship, subject to Manufacturer’s inspection by their authorized personnel within the
following terms and conditions: -
1) Period of Warranty: Free Warranty period is applicable only for those cases where full payment is
received as follows:
(1) 18 months if the full payment is received against supply and presentation of documents.
(2) 15 months if the full payment is received within 30 days of supply irrespective of installation.
(3) 12 months from the date of installation for the cases where full payment is not received till installation.
However, in this case, period between the date of installation and date of receipt of full payment will be
deducted from 12 months and reduced period of Warranty will only be applicable.
2) Scope: (a) Any part found defective by reason of faulty workmanship or defective material
(fair wear & tear expected) will be repaired or replaced free of charge.
(b) All pH/Ion/Conductivity instruments are to be returned freight to pay basis to us on following
address*. We after repair will send them to the customer freight paid. Since these are low
priced items, offering free service at buyer’s place by deputing our Engineer is not feasible.
You are therefore requested to co-operate with this request.
In case you need repair at your place we will depute our Engineer provided you agree to
st nd
pay 1 or 2 A/C return railway fare, hotel & incidental expenses, etc. of our Engineer. In
this case please note that we will not charge you for our Engineer’s time, etc. This payment
will be in advance and visit duration will be only for one day. On your request we will be
happy to furnish you our quotation for this repair.
Other instruments will be serviced by our factory-trained engineers at buyer’s place.
(c) Following items are not covered by warranty: -

(1) All Electrical Displays (LCD, LED etc.)
(2) All glass parts like pH Electrodes, Bowls, Slides, Cover Slips, Beakers or Capillaries, etc.
(3) Parts made out of any type of glass such as Lenses, Prisms, Reaction Tubes, Glass
heating elements, etc.
3) Limitations: The Warranty shall not apply if: -

(a) the instrument is subjected to abnormal use or not used, stored or not maintained in
accordance with the instructions given in the user’s manual or by our engineer during
installation, or any damage caused by accident, collision, or fire.
(b) the instrument has been modified in any way.
(c) the claims are made without proof of purchase (i.e. invoice, bill, cash memo, etc.)
(d) if it is noticed that attempts were made to repair the instrument by outsider or customer’s
untrained instrument engineer, etc.
 Please send the goods on following address for repair :-
ATTN. : SERVICE MANAGER

Labindia Analytical Instruments Pvt Ltd
Plot No.EL-72, Electronic Zone, TTC Industrial Area,
Thane-Belapur Road
Navi Mumbai – 400 705
Tel: (022) 27626661/2/3
Fax: (022) 27683549 Email: service.mfg@labindia.com
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Factory – I Application & Training Centre

Plot No. EL-72, Electronic Zone, R–909, TTC Industrial Area,
TTC Industrial Area, Thane – Belapur Road,
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Navi Mumbai – 400 705
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and or incorrect handling of these products.

low. Hence it is very safe to handle the instrument.

 A ‘Note’ appears in the manual to give advice or information about technical

Following Applications / Uses in particular are inadmissible:-

General Hazards arise from:-

 Only Labindia Authorised, Labindia Trained personnel is allowed to service

By selecting one of the pH/Conductivity/Ion Measurement Mode, it simultaneously measures pH,

pH measurement is one of the most common requirement of today’s laboratories. Laboratories

Measurement of Conductivity of Sample solution gives the degree of electrical conductance in a

BRASS PLATING AMMONIA

SWIMMING POOL WATER BLOOD

FOOD PROCESSING 5.0 BORIC ACID

After unpacking you will find following items.

 Any interruption to earth wire is prohibited. Risks caused by possible internal

2. SETTING UP THE METER

3. ASSEMBLING THE ELECTRODE STAND

4. PRINTER INTERFACE CONNECTIONS

6. SWITCHING ‘ON’ THE pH/CONDUCTIVITY METER

1. Front Panel – Keyboard.

R.H.S. Keys: Functional Keys and RESET key.

Description of Functional Keys:

MEM : To Clear the Stored Readings / Calibration data of the selected

RESET : To Reset the meter.

CAL : To perform CALIBRATION within the selected Operating Mode.

PRINT : To Print the Stored Readings / Calibration data of the selected

MODE : To Select Meter Operating Mode.

ENTER : To acknowledge the Entered value.

25 Pin D Type 9 Pin D Type 4mm Banana

Electrode Stand and Holder Assembly

Wing Nut for

USING THE INSTRUMENT :

As described in the Section 2 – Panel details page 17,

 Selectivity of data transfer to PC/Printer for pH & Conductivity.

 To select resolution of pH readings,

Say upto 3 digit.

To select pH mode:- To select Conductivity mode:-

Press 1 and Press 2 and

pH Mode Conductivity Mode

Data Log. Mode: Press (Optional) Refer page 35.

Select the pH Mode, A1

Measured Reading No.

Before performing the pH measurement,

II. Calibrate the Instrument and pH Electrode press CAL key.

Other Active Keys are MEM

Press ENTER Display Select TEMPCO Mode:

 For Automatic Temp. Compensation,

Enter Temp ( °C ) =25.0

## IF the Instrument is having both modes of interpolation

Press Display SLOPE = XXX

Press Display Enter password

Display Press Display

1. Calibration with Linear Regression interpolation method as standard.

Press Display SLOPE = XXX

Press Display Enter password

Display Press Display

Enter pH = 4.00 Wait ! Stabilising . .

pH =+ A.BCD Enter. Enter Buf2 =

Enter pH = 7.00 Wait ! Stabilising . .

Instrument checks the Slope of the Electrode obtained ( Limit = 90 % ~ 105% )

To end calibration with (##) Enter Buf Diff. < 4

If the Slope is Within Limits, Slope is Out-off Limit,