HALO2 HI9810362 Wireless pH Tester for Meat Instruction Manual

HALO2 HI9810362 Wireless pH Tester for Meat

Dear Customer

Thank you for choosing a Hanna Instruments product. Please read this instruction manual carefully before using this instrument. This manual will provide you with the necessary information for correct use of this instrument, as well as a precise idea of its versatility. If you need additional technical information, do not hesitate to e-mail us at tech@hannainst.com or view our contact list at www.hannainst.com.

PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

Remove the tester and accessories from packaging and examine them carefully. For further assistance, please contact your local Hanna Instruments office or email us at tech@hannainst.com.

Each HI9810362 is supplied with a starter kit consisting of:

•  pH 4.01 buffer solution, 20 mL sachet (2 pcs.)
•  pH 7.01 buffer solution, 20 mL sachet (2 pcs.)
•  Electrode cleaning solution for Meat, Grease, and Fats
• 3V Lithium battery – CR2032 20 mL sachet (2 pcs.)
• Instrument quality certificate and Instruction manual

Note: Save all packing material until you are sure that the tester works correctly. Any damaged or defective item must be returned in its original packing material with the supplied accessories.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL DESCRIPTION & INTENDED USE

HI9810362 is a professional wireless pH tester, part of Hanna Instruments HALO2 family.

• The integrated Bluetooth module allows the tester to be connected to a compatible smart device with the Hanna Lab App.
• The tester has a compact, waterproof casing, and automatic pH calibration at up to three points, or four points when used with the Hanna Lab App.
• Automatically compensated temperature readings are displayed on a large LCD.
• Accurate and easy to use, the tester is ideal for pH measurement during meat processing.

Operating Modes

The HI9810362 can be used as a stand-alone pH tester or connected to the Hanna Lab App. The Hanna Lab App turns a compatible smart device into a full- featured pH meter. Features include: electrode condition, GLP with time-stamp, live-readings, mV resolution, manual temperature compensation, stability criteria, calibration reminder, pH (mV) and temperature alarms, tester ID, and data sharing.
Probe Features
The food grade PVDF body material is easy to clean and disinfect. Resistant to most chemicals (e.g. solvents, sodium hypochlorite), ultraviolet light, and fungal growth, the PVDF body also has high-abrasion resistance and mechanical strength. The conical tip allows for easy penetration into solids and semisolids. The PVDF outer junction sleeve can be removed and cleaned. Once cleaned, a small amount of supplied gel electrolyte is added and the junction is refreshed, improving the measurement and extending the life of the tester. The double junction design presents a silver-free electrolyte solution interacting with the sample, making the electrode less susceptible to clogging and guaranteeing a fast response and stable reading. Built-in temperature sensor at the tip of the pH electrode allows for rapid determination of the sample temperature and a high-accuracy temperature reading.

 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION & LCD DISPLAY

Front & Back view

LCD display

1. Calibration indicator
2. Stability indicator
3.  Battery percentage indicato
4. Battery icon
5. Bluetooth icon
6. Temperature compensation
7. Second LCD line
8. Temperature unit
9. First LCD line
10. Measurement unit

GENERAL OPERATIONS

Turning the Tester On & Off

• Turn the tester face down. Rotate the battery cover on the back of the tester counterclockwise and set it aside. Remove the battery insulation film.
• Press the ON/OFF button to turn the tester on or off. Initialization screen displays all LCD segments, followed by the battery percentage. The tester enters measurement mode. Before the tester turns off, “OFF PWR” is displayed briefly.
• Press and hold the ON/OFF button to turn the tester off when connected to Bluetooth.

Battery Replacement

1. Turn off the tester. Turn the tester face down and rotate the battery cover counterclockwise.
2. Set the battery cover aside. Press the metallic pin to push old battery out.
3. Place the new battery with positive (+) sign facing out.
4. Reset the date and time in setup, or connect to the Hanna Lab App to update it automatically.
5. Align the mark on the cover with the open lock icon ( ) on the case. Rotate the cover clockwise until the mark on the cover aligns with the closed lock icon ( ).

Note: Only use specified battery type. Dispose of old battery in accordance with local regulations.

SETUP

The Setup button is located inside the battery compartment. After Setup configuration, replace the cover. Setup Menu Navigation

• Press the Setup button to enter Setup mode and navigate menu items.
• To exit Setup mode, press the Setup button after “SEt TIME” option is displayed.
• Press the ON/OFF button to configure menu item options.

Temperature Unit

• Option: °C or °F
• Press ON/OFF button to select desired
• temperature unit.

Auto-Off Interval

• Option: 8, 60 min., or “—-” (disabled)
• Press ON/OFF button to select desired interval.
• To save battery life, after the selected auto-off
• interval has elapsed, the tester will automatically turn off.

Calibration Points

• Option: 2P or 3P
• Press ON/OFF button to select between up to
• two- or up to three-point calibration.

Buffer Set

• Option: 7.01 pH (Hanna) or 6.86 pH (NIST)
• Press ON/OFF button to select the calibration
• buffer set (Hanna or NIST).

pH Resolution

• Option: 0.01 pH or 0.1 pH
• Press the ON/OFF button to select resolution.

Bluetooth Wireless Mode

• Option: On, PAIr, or OFF
• Press ON/OFF button to select Bluetooth option at start-up.

Bluetooth Pairing

• Option: dEL PAIr
• Press ON/OFF button to delete saved paired & device.

Date & Time

• Option: SEt TIME
• Press ON/OFF button to set the date and time.

BLUETOOTH

With “PAIr BLU” or “On BLU” selected in Setup, the Bluetooth icon (&) will blink for up to 45 seconds, indicating the tester is in discoverable mode. Once connected, the icon will stop blinking. If not connected, the icon is not displayed.

• Select “On BLU”, to enable Bluetooth without bonding.
• Select “PAIr BLU”, to enable Bluetooth with bonding. A 6-digit bonding pin is displayed the first time the tester and smart device are paired. Once the devices are paired, the bonding pin is not required when reconnected.
• Select “OFF BLU”, to disable Bluetooth.
•  Select “dEL PAIR”, to delete all paired devices. If PAIr BLU is enabled, a bonding pin will need to be re-entered.

HANNA LAB APPLICATION

• The Hanna Lab App is available on the App Store® and on Google Play.1
• Consult the Help section of the application for information on calibration, measurement, data logging, and sharing.
• When the tester is in discoverable mode, it will appear in the list of “Available Devices”.
• Within the application, tap “Connect” to pair the tester with the device. All readings are transmitted directly to the application.

Tag a Measurement
Once connected to the application, the ON/OFF button can be pressed to tag the current reading.

• Press the ON/OFF button from measurement mode. The display shows “SEt TAG”, followed by “- TAG”.
• The reading on the application will flash green and the note icon ( ) will be displayed. Tap the note icon ( ) to add an annotation.

CALIBRATION

Preparation & Guidelines

1. Remove the probe from the plastic storage cap. Save the cap for probe storage.
2. Rinse off any storage solution or salts that may be on the body.
3. Verify there is solution inside the pH bulb by shaking the probe down to restore continuity as the solution may have moved up the stem during shipping.
4. For best results, use a rinse beaker and a separate calibration beaker for each buffer. Discard rinsing buffers after use.

Procedure

• For most applications it is recommended to start with pH 7.01 buffer (or pH 6.86).
• To restore factory defaults, press and hold the ON/OFF button. “CAL CLR” is displayed.

Note: It is recommended to calibrate the electrode with buffers at the temperature it will be used at.

Stand-Alone Tester (Up to Three-Point Calibration)

1. Rinse the electrode tip with purified water and blot dry. Then rinse with the buffer being used for calibration.
2. Press and hold ON/OFF button until “CAL MODE” is displayed.
3. When “7.01  USE” or “6.86  USE” is displayed with “CAL” tag blinking, place the tip of the electrode in the correct buffer.
4.  When the buffer has been recognized, “REC“ is displayed. “WAIT” is displayed with the stability indicator (#) blinking until the reading is stable. Wait until the measurement is stored and the stability indicator disappears.
5. To save a one-point calibration and return to measurement mode, press the ON/OFF button.
6.  Place the tip of the electrode in the second buffer rinse beaker, then in the second calibration buffer. Wait until the measurement is stored and the stability indicator disappears.
7. After the second point has been stored, “CAL SAVE” is displayed briefly and the tester will return to measurement mode automatically.
8. Place the tip of the electrode in the second buffer rinse beaker, then in the second calibration buffer. Wait until the measurement is stored and the stability indicator disappears.
9. Place the tip of the electrode in the third buffer rinse beaker, then in the third calibration buffer. Wait until the measurement is stored and the stability indicator disappears.
10. After the third point has been stored, “CAL SAVE” is displayed briefly and the tester will return to measurement mode automatically.

With Hanna Lab App (Up to Four-Point Calibration)
Connect the tester to the Hanna Lab App and follow the calibration procedure. See the App Help section for the calibration procedure.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

• Never immerse the tester over the maximum immersion level.
•  Fresh buffers should be used for each calibration. Once the sachets are opened the buffer value can change over time.
• If the electrode is slow or sluggish, soak it in cleaning solution for 20 minutes. Rinse with water and hydrate the electrode in storage solution for a minimum of 30 minutes before calibrating.
• If measurements are taken successively, rinse the probe thoroughly in distilled or deionized water to eliminate cross-contamination between measurements.

Refilling the Electrode

• To remove the electrode sleeve, carefully rotate and slide it off (A). Set it to one side.

Note: Handle the probe with care, the pH electrode stem is made of glass.

• Rinse off any traces of electrolyte gel from sleeve. Soak the electrode tip in HI700601 General purpose cleaning solution (or HI700661, HI700663, HI700664) for 20 minutes. Rinse with distilled or deionized water.
• Refill the reference well with HI9071 Gelled bridge electrolyte (B).
• Replace the sleeve. Ensure the O-ring is fixed inside the electrode. Rinse off excess gel with distilled or deionized water.
• shake the probe down gently to eliminate any trapped air bubbles.
• Soak the probe in HI70300 Electrode storage solution for a minimum of 30 minutes before calibrating.

Storage
To ensure a quick response, the glass tip and junction should be kept hydrated. When not in use, add a few drops of storage solution to the storage cap. If storage solution is not available, pH 4.01 or pH 7.01 buffer can be used.

Note: Do not store the electrode in distilled or deionized water.

WARNING & ERROR MESSAGES

• “—- WRNG” displayed during calibration. Invalid buffer.  Check the buffer value and use fresh buffer.

• Measured value displayed blinking. Measured value is out of electrode range. Clean the electrode to improve condition.

• Battery icon (!) displayed blinking. Battery is below 10 %, replace the battery.

• “BAtt DEAD” and tester turns off. Depleted battery, replace the battery.

ABBREVIATIONS

• ATC: Automatic Temperature Compensation
• GLP: Good Laboratory Practice
• MTC: Manual Temperature Compensation
• NIST: National Institute of Standards and Technology

ACCESSORIES

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USERS

Before using this product, make sure it is entirely suitable for your specific application and for the environment in which it is used. Any variation introduced by the user to the supplied equipment may degrade the tester’s performance. For your and the tester’s safety do not use or store it in hazardous environments.

WARRANTY

HI9810362 is warranted for a period of one year against defects in workmanship and materials when used for its intended purpose and maintained according to instructions. This warranty is limited to repair or replacement free of charge. Damage due to accidents, misuse, tampering, or lack of prescribed maintenance is not covered. If service is required, contact your local Hanna Instruments office. If under warranty, report the model number, date of purchase, serial number, and the nature of the problem. If the repair is not covered by the warranty, you will be notified of the charges incurred. If the tester is to be returned to Hanna Instruments, first obtain a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number from the Technical Service department and then send it with shipping costs prepaid. When shipping any product, make sure it is shipped back in compliance with shipping regulations, thoroughly cleaned and free of any chemicals, and is properly packaged for complete protection.

CERTIFICATION

All Hanna Instruments conform to the CE European Directives. Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment. The product should not be treated as household waste. Instead, hand it over to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment, which will conserve natural resources. Disposal of waste batteries. This product contains batteries, do not dispose of them with other household waste. Hand them over to the appropriate collection point for recycling. Ensuring proper product and battery disposal prevents potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. For more information, contact your city, your local household waste disposal service, or the place of purchase.

Regulatory Notices for the stand-alone, Bluetooth, low-energy module.

United States (FCC) FCC ID: 2AA9B04. This device complies with FCC Rules, Part 15 Subpart C “Intentional Radiators” and Subpart B, Chapter §15.105. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case, users are required to correct the interference at their own expense.

Australia / New Zealand (RCM) BMD-300 complies with the AS/NZS 4268:2017.

References

• pH Meters, Photometers, Titrators, Controllers - Hanna Instruments

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