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Hach HQ411d User Manual

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    Doc022.53.80116 hq440d, hq430d, hq411d 10/2016, edition 3 user manual.

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    Table of contents specifications .............................................................................................................. 3 general information .................................................................................................. 3 safety information..................

  • Page 4: Maintenance

    Change the temperature units ................................................................................... 20 set the measurement mode ...................................................................................... 20 set auto measurement intervals .........................................

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Specifications specifications are subject to change without notice. Specification details dimensions 17.48 x 8.59 x 23.5 cm (6.88 x 3.38 x 9.25 in.) weight 750 g (1.65 lb) without batteries meter enclosure ip54 with battery cover in place (resistant to intrusion of dust and water spray) power requir...

  • Page 6

    Use of hazard information d a n g e r indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. W a r n i n g indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. C a u...

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    • sample id and operator id for data traceability • adjustable automatic shut-off figure 1 product overview 1 on/off: turn on or turn off the meter 4 dc power connector 2 probe connection port (hq440d model) 5 usb connector type a (for usb storage device, printer and keyboard) 3 usb connector type b...

  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation c a u t i o n multiple hazards. Only qualified personnel must conduct the tasks described in this section of the document. Connect to ac power d a n g e r electrocution hazard. Ac power outlets in wet or potentially wet locations must always be provided with a ground fault circuit inter...

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    The meter can be powered with aa alkaline or rechargeable nimh batteries. To conserve battery life, the meter will power off after 5 minutes of inactivity. This time can be changed in the display options menu. For battery installation refer to figure 4 . 1. Loosen the three battery cover screws and ...

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    Display description measurement screen the meter display shows the concentration, units, temperature, calibration status, operator id, sample id, date and time ( figure 6 ). Figure 6 single screen display 1 calibration status indicator 9 time 2 main measurement value and unit 10 date 3 intellical pr...

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    Figure 7 single-screen display—big-screen mode 1 calibration status indicator 5 main measurement unit 2 intellical probe type and port indicator 6 display size icon 3 power source or battery status 7 sample temperature (ºc or ºf) 4 main measurement value 8 stability or display lock indicator dual-sc...

  • Page 12: Startup

    1. Select an option from a list: use the and keys to select an option. If check boxes are shown, more than one option can be selected. Push the left key under select. Note: to deselect check boxes, push the left key under deselect. 2. Enter an option value using the arrow keys: push the and keys to ...

  • Page 13: Standard Operation

    Connect a probe 1. Make sure that the display shows the current time and date. Note: the time stamp for a probe is set when the probe is first connected to the meter. This time stamp makes it possible to record the probe history and record the time when measurements are made. 2. Plug the probe into ...

  • Page 14: Data Management

    Use a sample id the sample id tag is used to associate measurements with a particular sample location. If assigned, stored data will include the sample id. 1. Push the key. 2. Select, create or delete a sample id: option description current id select an id from a list. The current id will be associa...

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    1. Push the key. 2. Select view data log to view the stored data. The most recent data point is shown. The top of the screen shows whether the data is from a sample reading, a calibration or a check standard. Push the key to view the next most recent data point. Option description reading log readin...

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    Figure 10 connection to the printer 1 usb cable 3 ac-dc power supply for printer (optional) 2 citizen printer, fcc part 15b, class b compliant change the report options printed reports for sample data can contain 1, 2 or 3 lines of information. Refer to examples of printed reports on page 28 for fur...

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    Open data files on a pc data that has been downloaded to a usb storage device can be transferred to a computer. The data is sent in a text (.Txt) file format. 1. Plug the usb storage device into the computer. 2. Find the data file. The file will have the following format: “meter serial number-data f...

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    Table 1 spreadsheet column descriptions (continued) column header name data description and example values any settings that affect the reading, for example “nacl/non-linear” reading message 1–4 any message that was shown during the measurement, for example “out of limits”. Check std value value of ...

  • Page 19: Advanced Operation

    Table 1 spreadsheet column descriptions (continued) column header name data description and example values date/time posix date and time of reading stored in posix format (number of seconds from january 1, 1970) example: 1149234913 cal date/time posix date and time of calibration stored in posix for...

  • Page 20

    Access options menu, even after security options is turned on and a password has been set. After the meter is shut off and powered on again with security options on, the operator access options menu is displayed until a valid password is entered. Store the password in a safe and accessible place. If...

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    Table 2 full access options (continued) option description date and time format date time temperature units set temperature units language select language restricted operator access options menu the operator access options menu is shown at meter startup when security options is on ( table 3 ). When ...

  • Page 22

    Option description backlight the display backlight is turned off when the key is pushed. Is it possible to set a time period after which the backlight will automatically power off if no key is pushed. Mode select detailed or big screen size. Detailed will show more information with smaller numbers a...

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    1. Push the key and select measurement mode. 2. Select mode. 3. Select one of the measurement modes. Option description press to read the sample is measured only when the right key under read is pushed. Data is stored in the data log automatically when the stability criteria are met. Interval the sa...

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    Table 4 recommended interval/duration pairs (continued) interval duration 1 minute 8 hours 5 minutes 24 hours note: when 2 probes are connected to the meter, use the next lowest recommended duration time. For example, for a 30-second interval, set the duration to 1 hour to prevent data log overload ...

  • Page 25

    Download software updates to download the most current version of the software, refer to the applicable product page on the manufacturer's website. 1. Transfer the update files to a usb storage device. 2. Follow the instructions in update the meter software on page 22 to update the software in the m...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    1. The meter software must be version 2.0.0.710 or higher. To download the most current version of the software, refer to the applicable product page on the manufacturer's website. 2. Open the zip file. 3. Copy the inf file from the software upgrade package to a convenient location on the pc. Note: ...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    For battery replacement, refer to figure 11 . 1. Loosen the three battery cover screws and remove the battery cover ( figure 11 ). Note: do not remove the screws from the battery cover. 2. Remove the batteries. 3. Install 4 aa alkaline or 4 aa nickel metal hydride (nimh) batteries. Make sure that th...

  • Page 28

    Error/warning description solution probe not supported probe disconnected or connected improperly tighten the locking nut on the probe connector. Disconnect the probe and then connect the probe again. Software not updated to most current version to download the most current version of the software, ...

  • Page 29

    Replacement parts and accessories note: product and article numbers may vary for some selling regions. Contact the appropriate distributor or refer to the company website for contact information. Replacement parts description item no. Batteries, alkaline aa 1938004 battery cover 9245500 cable, usb 6...

  • Page 30: Examples of Printed Reports

    Examples of printed reports printed reports contain a report header and all stored data for samples, check standards and calibrations. Report header the first line of a report shows the report header ( figure 12 ). Figure 12 report header 1 meter serial number 1 3 date and time, 24 h (yymmddhhmm) 2 ...

  • Page 31

    Figure 14 advanced report for sample data—2 lines 1 probe model 4 additional units: shows all additional units associated with the reading. 2 error message (if applicable) 5 probe settings: shows the highest-priority setting associated with the reading 3 probe serial number (a “” on the hq40d meter ...

  • Page 32

    Figure 17 calibration report 1 report type (cl = calibration, ic = current calibration) 7 probe serial number (a “” on the hq440d meter indicates the probe position) 2 parameter (ph, ldo, etc.) 8 calibration slope/ratio/constant 3 method name for probe settings 9 offset—contents vary depending on ty...

  • Page 33: Index

    Index a ac power connection .................................................. 6 auto-shutoff ............................................................... 19 b backlight .................................................................... 19 battery replacement ......................................

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