Ysi ProDSS Manuale Utente

USER MANUALProDSSUSER MANUALDOCUMENT #626973-01REF

8IntroductionConnect the handheld to the cable assemblyThe ProDSS cable connectors are keyed for positive mating and to prevent connector damage (Figu

9IntroductionProDSS sensor installation/removalNOTICE: The ProDSS bulkhead and sensor connectors are not wet-mateable. Make sure that the sensor and

10IntroductionSensor removalTo remove a sensor, insert the sensor installation/removal tool into the retaining nut, then rotate the retaining nut coun

11IntroductionSensor guard and weight installation1. Carefully slide the sensor guard over the bulkhead and attached sensors/port plugs. Push the sen

12IntroductionSensor guard weightsTo help stabilize the sensors when profiling at deeper depths, a sensor guard weight is supplied with cables 10 meter

13OperationKeypad and navigationFigure 7 Keypad description1 System: Opens the system menu. Use to adjust system settings7 ON/OFF: Turn on or tur

14OperationStartupPush the key to turn on the handheld. If the handheld does not turn on, make sure that the battery pack is correctly installed and

15OperationMain display descriptionThe main display (Run screen) shows the current measurements as defined in the Sensor Display menu (Sensor Display o

16OperationSystem menuPush the System key to view and adjust instrument settings. Highlight a sub-menu then push the ENTER key to view the sub-menu

17OperationFigure 11 Date/TimeDate/Time → Date/TimeFor accurate logging and GLP data, correctly set the date and time options (Figure 11). Select an

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18OperationFigure 13 GLP OptionsGLP Options → GLP → OptionsUser ID, Probe ID, or User Field #1 or 2 can be user-defined for positive GLP file identifi

19OperationFigure 16 Language Language → Language The ProDSS is shipped with English enabled. If a different language is desired and selected, the

20OperationFigure 19 SamplingSampling → SamplingAuto sampling mode continuously updates measurements on the display (Figure 19). Manual mode helps c

21OperationFigure 21 BacklightBacklight → BacklightIn Automatic mode, the instrument display will dim 60 seconds after the last key was pushed. Once

22OperationSensor info → Sensor info (System menu on page 16)Sensor info shows measurement data, and hardware/software information for each componen

23OperationFigure 24 Sensor Setup Figure 25 Setup ODOSensor Setup → SetupThe Sensor Setup menu will show all sensors installed on the bulkhead (Fig

24OperationFigure 27 Setup pH Setup pH → Setup → pHSelect USA auto-buffer recognition (4.01, 7.00, and 10.00) or NIST auto-buffer recognition (4.0

25OperationFigure 29 Setup Depth Setup Depth → Setup → DepthFor ProDSS bulkheads with the depth sensor:The ProDSS cable assemblies with a depth sens

26OperationFigure 31 Auto Stable Figure 32 Auto Stable stability thresholdAuto Stable → Auto Stable Auto Stable indicates when a measurement is st

27OperationFigure 33 SalinitySalinity → Salinity (Figure 33)Salinity is determined by calculations derived from the conductivity and temperature sen

IContentsIntroduction 3Safety information 3Precautionary symbols 3Product components 3Battery use and battery life 4Charging the battery pack

28OperationCalibration menu Push theCalkey to access the Calibration menu (Figure 35). Highlight a sub-menu then push the ENTER key to view sub-menu o

29OperationFiles menu Push the key to access the Files menu (Figure 36). Highlight a sub-menu then push the ENTER key to view sub-menu options. Use th

30OperationFigure 39 View GLP View GLP → View GLPSelect View GLP to show the stored sensor calibrations (Figure 39). Use the arrow keys to scroll t

31OperationFigure 41 Backup Data Figure 42 Micro USB female connectorBackup Data → Backup DataA USB female to micro USB male adapter is included to

32OperationTaking measurements For the highest accuracy, calibrate the instrument before taking measurements (Calibration on page 33). 1. Create site

33CalibrationProDSS sensors (except temperature) require periodic calibration to maintain accurate measurements. Calibration procedures follow the sam

34CalibrationAlternately, pH, ORP, and conductivity calibrations can be completed in a beaker or other container using the same basic procedure descri

35CalibrationConductivityA conductivity/temperature sensor must be installed on the bulkhead for accurate temperature compensation and measurements of

36CalibrationNOTE: If the data is not stabilized after 40 seconds, gently rotate the sensor or remove/reinstall the calibration cup to make sure that

37CalibrationDissolved oxygenODO calibration requires the current “true” barometric pressure. Make sure that the barometer is reading accurately and

IIProDSS handheld instrument 52Cable, bulkhead, and connectors 53Sensor guard 53Depth sensor maintenance and storage 54Turbidity sensor 55Cond

38CalibrationFigure 48 Calibrate ODO mg/LODO mg/L calibration1. Place the ODO and conductivity/temperature sensor into a water sample that has been

39CalibrationpH/ORPFigure 50 Calibrate pH 1-point pH calibration 1-pointNOTE: If performing a 1-point calibration, use buffer 7 (6.86) as your calibr

40Calibration Figure 51 Calibrate pH 2- or 3-point pH calibration 2- or 3-pointNOTE: If performing a 2- or 3-point calibration, one point should be i

41CalibrationDepth NOTE: This calibration option is available only if your bulkhead is equipped with a depth sensor. The depth sensor is located where

42CalibrationTurbidity Before performing the calibration, review “Calibration setup (pH, ORP, ISE, conductivity, turbidity)” on page 33.For proper cal

43Calibration Figure 54 Calibrate turbidityTurbidity calibration 1-, 2- or 3-pointNOTE: The sensor guard must be installed for the turbidity sensor c

44CalibrationISEs: Ammonium, Nitrate, & ChlorideBefore performing the calibration, review Calibration setup (pH, ORP, ISE, conductivity, turbidity

45Calibration Figure 55 Calibrate ISEISE calibration 3-point1. Perform the Calibration setup (pH, ORP, ISE, conductivity, turbidity) on page 33.2.

46CalibrationChilled third calibration pointThe 3-point calibration method assures maximum accuracy when the temperature of the media to be monitored

47CalibrationPreparing chloride standardsThe following recipes are provided for preparation of 10 and 1000 mg/L chloride reagents. Nitrate and Ammoniu

3IntroductionThank you for purchasing the YSI Professional Digital Sampling System (ProDSS). ProDSS features include:• Digital smart probes that are

48CalibrationPreparing nitrate standardsWe recommend using YSI calibration solutions whenever possible. However, qualified users can save cost by follo

49CalibrationPreparing ammonium standardsWe recommend using YSI calibration solutions whenever possible. However, qualified users can save cost by foll

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51Maintenance and storageFollow all maintenance and storage procedures in this section. NOTICE: Incorrect or unapproved maintenance and/or storage ca

52Maintenance and storageProDSS handheld instrumentFigure 56 Handheld cleaningHandheld instrument maintenanceWipe the keypad, screen, and case with a

53Maintenance and storageCable, bulkhead, and connectors Figure 57 Cable, bulkhead, connector maintenanceCable, bulkhead, and connector maintenanc

54Maintenance and storageDepth sensor maintenance and storage Figure 59 Depth sensor flushDepth sensor storage The ProDSS optional depth sensor access

55Maintenance and storageTurbidity sensor Figure 60 Turbidity sensor windowTurbidity sensor maintenanceClean the sensing window with a non-abrasive,

56Maintenance and storageConductivity/temperature sensorNOTICE: Use care when handling the conductivity/temperature sensor to prevent any impact on

57Maintenance and storageFigure 64 Conductivity/Temperature Long-term storageConductivity/temperature sensor long-term storageThe Conductivity/Temper

4IntroductionBattery use and battery lifeThe ProDSS uses a rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack as a power source. The battery comes pre-ins

58Maintenance and storageFigure 65 ODO cap replacement ODO sensor cap replacement (continued)1. Turn the used sensor cap counterclockwise to remove

59Maintenance and storageUpdating the ODO sensor cap coefficientsAfter installing a new sensor cap, connect the bulkhead cable assembly to the ProDSS

60Maintenance and storageFigure 67 ODO rehydrationODO sensor rehydrationTo prevent sensor drift, always store the ODO sensor in a wet or water-satur

61Maintenance and storagepH - pH/ORP sensors NOTE: pH and pH/ORP sensors require periodic maintenance to clear contamination from the sensing elemen

62Maintenance and storagepH - pH/ORP sensor storageThe pH - pH/ORP sensors are shipped with their tips in a storage bottle containing KCl. Store the p

63Maintenance and storageISE sensorsDo not let the ISE sensor reference electrode junctions dry out. Clean the sensors when deposits, bio-fouling or o

64Maintenance and storageFigure 75 ISE short-term storageISE sensor short-term storage (less than 4 weeks) When in regular field use, the ISE sensors

65Maintenance and storageProDSS sensor module replacementProDSS pH, pH/ORP, ammonium, chloride and nitrate sensors feature replaceable sensor modules.

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67KorDSS software installationNOTE: YSI recommends that you have administrative privileges on the PC in which KorDSS will be installed. Follow these s

5IntroductionCharging the battery packA USB cable is included with the ProDSS to charge the instrument battery pack and connect the instrument to a PC

68KorDSS software installationInstall the KorDSS software1. Insert the supplied USB flash drive into a USB port on your computer.2. Depending on the

69KorDSS software installationProDSS driver installationNOTE: The ProDSS driver installation procedure allows the KorDSS software to recognize the ins

70KorDSS software installationWindows XP ProDSS driver1. Turn the instrument on and connect it to the PC with the included USB cable. 2. On the Foun

71KorDSS software installationWindows 8 and 8.1 ProDSS driver1. Save any open files and close all programs. Your computer will restart during this pro

72KorDSS software installationKorDSS startup wizard1. After Windows has successfully updated the driver software, start KorDSS and set the language p

73AccessoriesOrdering Telephone: 800 897 4151 (USA)+1 937 767 7241 (Globally) Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 ETFax: +1 937 767 9353 (orders)E

74AccessoriesProDSS handheldsYSI Item # Description626870-1 ProDSS handheld, no GPS626870-2 ProDSS handheld with GPSProDSS cable assemblies (No sensor

75AccessoriesODO/OBOD sensor and cable assemblies - DO/Temp onlyNOTE: ODO/OBOD cable assemblies feature non-replaceable temperature and optical DO sen

76AccessoriesProDSS accessoriesYSI Item # Description626946 Large, hard-sided carrying case603075 Large, soft-sided carrying case626945 Small, hard-si

77AccessoriesCalibration standards YSI Item # Description065270 Conductivity standard, 1000 μmhos/cm (quart, glass); ideal for fresh water065272 Condu

6IntroductionBattery replacementNOTE: The battery pack is pre-installed in the ProDSS instrument. WARNING: Do not charge or handle a battery pack th

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79Safety and support Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack safety warnings and precautionsCAUTION: Failure to follow the safety warnings and precaut

80Safety and supportCharging/discharging/handling the battery packWARNING: Failure to follow the battery pack charging/discharging instructions can ca

81Safety and supportService informationYSI has authorized service centers throughout the United States and Internationally. For the nearest service ce

82Safety and supportDeclaration of ConformityThe undersigned hereby declares on behalf of the named manufacturer under our sole responsibility that th

83Safety and supportThe undersigned hereby declares on behalf of the named manufacturer under our sole responsibility that the listed product conforms

84Safety and supportWarranty The YSI Professional Digital Sampling System (ProDSS) is warranted for three (3) years from date of purchase by the end u

85Appendix A - DO% calibration valuesCalibration Value PressureD.O. % in Hg mmHg kPa mbar101% 30.22 767.6 102.34 1023.38100% 29.92 760.0 101.33 1013.2

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87Appendix B - oxygen solubility tableSolubility of oxygen in mg/L in water exposed to water-xaturated air at 760 mm Hg pressure.Salinity = Measure of

7IntroductionFigure 2 Battery replacement 1 Battery pack cover 4 Instrument pin connectors2 Battery pack 5 Battery pack gasket/cradle*3 Battery

88Appendix B - oxygen solubility tableTemp °C Chlorinity : 0Salinity: 05.0 ppt9.0 ppt10.0 ppt18.1 ppt15.0 ppt27.1 ppt20.0 ppt36.1 ppt25.0 ppt45.2 ppt3