GREISINGER GE171 Spare Electrode Compatible Instruction Manual

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GREISINGER GE 171 (01)

Z03.0.0X.6C-11
English

Operating Manual
pH electrodes
GE xxx

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Index
1 GENERAL NOTE ...................................................................................................................................... 2 2 SAFETY....................................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1 INTENDED USE ........................................................................................................................................ 2 2.2 SAFETY GUIDELINES ................................................................................................................................ 3 2.3 SAFETY SIGNS AND SYMBOLS .................................................................................................................. 3 2.4 FORESEEABLE MISUSE ............................................................................................................................. 4 2.5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 4 3 BASICS ........................................................................................................................................................ 6 3.1 PH MEASUREMENT .................................................................................................................................. 6 3.2 DESIGN OF ELECTRODE............................................................................................................................ 6 3.3 FURTHER INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................... 7 3.4 SERVICE LIFE........................................................................................................................................... 7 4 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................... 7 4.1 MEASURING AND STORING ...................................................................................................................... 7 4.2 CALIBRATION .......................................................................................................................................... 8 4.3 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................... 9 5 CHOOSE THE RIGHT ELECTRODE.................................................................................................. 10 6 RESHIPMENT AND DISPOSAL ........................................................................................................... 11 6.1 RESHIPMENT ......................................................................................................................................... 11 6.2 DISPOSAL .............................................................................................................................................. 11 7 MANUFACTURER / DISTRIBUTER ................................................................................................... 11 8 SPECIFICATION..................................................................................................................................... 12

1 General Note
Read this document carefully and get used to the operation of the product before you use it. Keep this document within easy reach near the product for consulting in case of doubt.
2 Safety
2.1 Intended Use
The pH electrodes must be used only according to its intended purpose and under suitable conditions. The electrodes must be operated with suitable measuring devices and be calibrated before first use and afterwards in regular intervals.
The safety requirements (see below) have to be observed.
The life-time and accuracy of the electrodes depends on adequate selection as well as on proper handling. Please consider therefore the chapters "Choose the right electrode", "Measuring and storing" and "Maintenance".
Use the device carefully and according to its technical data (do not throw it, strike it, etc.). Protect the device from dirt.
To be sure that there´s no risk arising due to misinterpretation of measured values, the operator must have further knowledge in case of doubt - the user is liable for any harm/damage resulting from misinterpretation due to insufficient knowledge.

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The manufacturer will assume no liability or warranty in case of usage for other purpose than the intended one, ignoring this manual, operating by unqualified staff as well as unauthorized modifications to the device.
2.2 Safety guidelines
This device has been designed and tested in accordance with the safety regulations for electronic devices. However, its trouble-free operation and reliability cannot be guaranteed unless the standard safety measures and special safety advises given in this manual will be adhered to when using the device.
2.3 Safety signs and symbols
The following signs in this document highlight warnings:

Caution! This symbol warns of imminent danger, death, serious injuries and significant damage to property at non-observance.

This symbol indicates danger for living tissue as well as a variety of materials, which can be damaged or destroyed when coming into contact with this chemical. Caustic effect, protective equipment required!
This Symbol indicates dangers to all living beings that may result in death or acute or chronic health hazards when inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin of this chemical.
This Symbol indicates irritant substances that can cause inflammation on short-term, prolonged or repeated contact with the skin or mucous membranes.

Attention! This symbol warns of possible dangers or dangerous situations that can provoke damage to the device or environment at non-observance.
Note! This symbol point out processes which can indirectly influence operation, possibly cause incorrect measurement or provoke unforeseen reactions at non-observance.
This symbol instructs the use of eye protection which protects the eyes from harmful influences when working with powerful light, UV radiation, laser, chemicals, dust, splinters or weather influences.
This symbol instructs the use of protective gloves which offer protection from mechanical, thermal, chemical, biological or electrical hazards.

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2.4 Foreseeable misuse
The fault-free function and operational safety of the product can only be guaranteed if generally applicable safety precautions and the device-specific safety instructions for this document are observed.
If these notices are disregarded, personal injury or death, as well as property damage can occur.
This device must not at all be used in potentially explosive environment! The usage of this device at potentially explosive areas increases danger of deflagration, explosion or fire due to sparking.

This device is not suitable for medical applications.

The device is not suitable for direct contact with food products. Take samples and dispose them correctly after the measurement.

2.5 Safety instructions
This device has been designed and tested in accordance with the safety regulations for electronic devices. However, its trouble-free operation and reliability cannot be guaranteed unless the standard safety measures and special safety advises given in this manual will be adhered to when using the device.

The electrodes contain 3 molar KCL (GE103: 1mol/l KNO3), which is acidly.

First-Aid-provisions:

· Contact with eyes: rinse opened eye with sufficient water, contact oculist

· Contact with skin: clean with sufficient water

· Swallowing:

drink much water. If feeling sick, contact doctor

The electrodes contain glass parts that can cause injuries when broken. There is an elevated risk of injury in conjunction with measurements in food.
- Inspect the electrode before and after measurement!
- Always measures in samples for measurements in foods. Discard these samples after the measurement!

If there is a risk whatsoever involved in running it, the device has to be switched off immediately and to be marked accordingly to avoid re-starting. Operator safety may be a risk if:
- there is visible damage to the device - the device is not working as specified - the device has been stored under unsuitable conditions for a longer time. In case of doubt, please return device to manufacturer for repair or maintenance.

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Do not use this product as safety or emergency stop devices or in any other application where failure of the product could result in personal injury or material damage. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in death or serious injury and material damage
When interacting with chemicals at least the following points must be ensured:
1. Obey all notes on the container of chemicals. 2. Obey all notes in the safety specification sheet of chemicals. 3. Consider any statutory provisions guidelines and guidelines of chemicals
when disposing! This is also for accidentally spilled chemicals, dried residues, soiled rags or similar. 4. Always wear suitable protective clothing (e.g. protection goggles, safety gloves, face mask, etc.)! 5. Never eat, drink or smoke in the operational area of chemicals! 6. In case of problems instantly consult skilled personnel.
Suitable clean-up possibilities (eye wash, etc.) must exist within spitting distance!
Trouble-free operation and reliability of the device can only be guaranteed if the device is not subjected to any other climatic conditions than those stated under specification

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3 Basics
3.1 pH measurement
The pH value describes the acidic or alkaline behaviour of an aqueous solution. pH values below 7 are acidic (smaller values indicate higher acidity), and values above 7 are alkaline; pH 7 = neutral.
The pH measurement is very precise, but also sensitive. The measured signals are very weak (high-ohmic), especially when measured in weak or low-ion media. Therefore, always take measures to
To determine the pH value of a solution, it should always be recorded together with the measuring temperature, the reason is that most liquids change their pH value with the temperature.

- avoid interference (electrostatic charges, etc.) - keep plug contacts clean and dry - prevent electrodes (except special waterproof versions) from extended immersion above the
shaft - calibrate the electrode at sufficient intervals (see below). The frequency of calibration can
range from every hour to several weeks, depending on the electrode and the application. - use a suitable electrode.
3.2 Design of electrode
In most cases so-called combination electrodes are used. That means that all needed elements are integrated in a single electrode (including reference electrode). Sometimes even a temperature sensor is integrated. (The picture shows an electrode without temperature sensor)
1. Coaxial cable 2. Reference electrode 3. Measuring electrode 4. Refill opening 5. Electrolyte 6. Internal buffer 7. Diaphragm 8. Glass membrane / source layer

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The diaphragm, which establishes a connection between the electrolyte and the liquid to be measured, can be designed in different ways. Clogging or soiling of the diaphragm is a frequent cause of a malfunctioning or sluggish electrode.
Always handle the glass membrane with extreme care. The so-called source layer forms there. This is crucial for the measurement and must always be kept moist.
3.3 Further information
A pH electrode is a wear part. If the signal is very slow or the required values are no longer observed after careful cleaning and possible regeneration, the electrode must be replaced. When using the electrodes, be aware that various substances in aqueous solutions can corrode glass and that chemicals can produce a chemical reaction with the KCl solution in the electrode, which can result in blockage of the diaphragm.
Examples:
· In solutions that contain proteins, such as for measurements in medical and biological applications, KCl can cause denaturation of the protein.
· Coagulated paints · Solutions that contain high concentrations of silver ions Substances that accumulate on the glass membrane or the diaphragm affect the measurement and must be removed regularly. This can be achieved for example with automatic cleaning systems.
3.4 Service life
The service life of electrodes is normally at least 8 to 10 months. When cared for properly, this can usually increase to more than 2 years. The actual life will vary depending on the particular application. Extreme pH values and high temperatures accelerate the aging process.

4 Operating and Maintenance
4.1 Measuring and storing
The pH-electrodes have been tested and have been subordinated strict quality controls in all manufacturing-steps To keep the optimum efficiency and accuracy for a long time take care of the following points:
Remove the storing protection-cap and rinse the shaft and pH-glass-diaphragm with distilled water.
Important! The pH-glass-diaphragm has to be kept wet. When not in use the electrode must be stored in 3 mol/l KCl solution. (GE 103 in 1 mol/l KNO3). If the pH-glass-diaphragm dried out, the performance and the responsiveness are affected. To re-moisten the electrode store it in 3 mol/l KCl solution for 24 hours (GE 103 1 mol/l KNO3). A longer storage of a combination-electrode or a reference-electrode in distillated water will deplete them of KCl. Please refill KCl-electrolyte (saturated or 3 mol) in time
Do not touch the glass-diaphragm! Damages on the surface and attrition affect the performance negatively and might even destroy the electrode.
Before usage perform a visual check of the pH-electrode. If there are air-bubbles in the pHglass-diaphragm or the outer reference-electrode you can get them out by shaking the electrode downward.
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For electrodes with liquid electrolytes: For continuous flow of electrolyte the cap sleeve made of rubber, that covers the refill opening, has to be removed before measurements. The opening has to be closed for storage in order to prevent running down.
The level of the electrolyte should be over the level of the measured medium. This ensures stable measuring values and reduces pollution of the diaphragm and reference electrolyte.
Take care that the diaphragm fully contacts the media you want to measure. Minimum depth for e.g. GE 100 20 mm, maximum 80 mm
Keep cable and plug of the electrode always clean and dry. Otherwise the electric insulation will be lost and consequently measuring errors or other subsequent errors might occur.
The calibration (adjustment) of the measurement chain (single-rod or measurement and reference electrode) has to be performed according to the device manufacturer. The "asymmetry" is adjusted with help of an buffer solution with a value at the chain's zero point (e.g. pH 7.0). The "slope" is adjusted with help of a second buffer solution, whose pH value should match the expected measuring range (e.g. pH 4.0; pH 10.0; pH 12.0), but at least 2 pH units different from the first value.
The electrode has to be stored in dry rooms at temperatures between 10°C to 30°C. Below 5°C the electrode might be damaged because of freezing of the electrolyte. We recommend to store the electrode vertically with the cable to the upper side.
The pH-electrode should be arranged vertically upwards with the connecting cable. A slight angle of inclination does not impair the measurement
4.2 Calibration
The electrodes have to be calibrated (adjusted) in regular intervals. The length of the intervals depends on the accuracy requirements, the application and the electrode.
If asymmetry or slope cannot be adjusted any longer, it's a sign that
a) the electrode is exhausted and has to be exchanged, or
b) the electrode is polluted and has to be cleansed (see below), or
c) the buffer solution is exhausted (prepare new solution). Prepared buffer solution have a limited life time (about 1 month) when using/calibrating it thoroughly (no procrastination of buffer solution residua from one solution to an other one through cleaning and drying the electrode not enough)
Buffer-capsules have no lifetime limitations, therefor we recommend keeping a sufficient number of them in stock.pH 12 buffer capsules (white) have to be stored in an exsiccator or stored together with drying agent.
As an alternative to the buffer capsules the PHL buffer solutions are available. They are stored in practical 250 ml dosage bottles and are ready-to-use (keep the best-before at the buffer solutions in mind).
The electrolyte (mostly 3 mol/l KCl) should be always available for refilling, too. (e.g. contained in working and calibration set GAK 1400).

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4.3 Care and maintenance
For electrodes with liquid electrolyte: Check level of reference electrolyte and, if necessary, refill 3 mol/l KCl solution with help of an syringe or pipette.
Normal cleaning takes place with the GRL 100 pepsin cleaning solution into which the electrode is immersed for 5 - 10 minutes before being rinsed off with clean water.
Crystallisation of the 3 mol/l KCL solution is unavoidable. Crystallised potassium chloride on the protective cap and shaft can easily be removed with a fingernail or cloth and is therefore not a defect or grounds for complaint.

Dirty electrodes must be cleaned. The suitable cleaning agents for the pH glass membrane are listed in the table below.
Mechanical cleansing should be avoided as this might damage the electrode permanently. Therefore a chemical cleansing is preferable.

Impurities

Cleaners

General residue

Mild detergent

Inorganic coatings

common fluids for glass cleaning

Metal compounds

1 mol/l HCl solution or GRL 100 pepsin cleaning solution

Oil and grease

Special cleaner or solvent

Biological coatings with protein

1% pepsin enzyme in 0.1 molar GRL 100 HCl solution

Biological coatings with protein

Acetone

Extremely resistant residues

Hydrogen peroxide or sodium hypochloride

The material of the pH probe must always be protected. Plastic shafts must not be cleaned in solvents, etc. If in doubt, contact the manufacturer to inquire about suitable cleaners for the existing electrode. This is also important in the case of aggressive substances or other substances that are not primarily water-based!

The GAK 1400 working and calibration set includes all necessary products for calibration, care and maintenance of the electrode.

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GE 014 GE 100 GE 101 GE 103 GE 104 GE 106 GE 107 GE 108 GE 109 GE 114 GE 117 GE 120 GE 125 GE 126 GE 135 GE 151 GE 170 GE 171 GE 173

Sewage

Aquarium water

X X

X X X X X X X

Soil testings

Emulsions

On-site measurements

X X X X X

Fish farming

X X

X X X X X X X

X X X X

Photo laboratory

Galvanic baths

Beverages

X X

Low-ion media

(Rain water, some

X X

aquariums, VE water)

Cosmetics

Food sample

Sea water

X X X X

X X X X X X

X X X X X X X

Process chemistry

X X X X

Online measurements

X X X

Swimming pool water X X

X X

X X X X

Suspensions

Drinking water

X X

X X X X

X X

Water-based lacquers

For most applications, the GE 114 or the GE 100 can be used. Some different applications requires a special electrode.

GE 100 is a universal electrode with two ceramic diaphragms and liquid.

GE 101 is preferably used for small sample amounts. It comprises a glass electrode with two ceramic diaphragms and liquid electrolyte.

GE 104 is preferably used for measurements in low-ionic media, such as rainwater, aquarium water and deionized water.

GE 114 is a universally applicable, durable and low-maintenance gel electrode with Pellon diaphragm. It can be used for measurements in drinking water, swimming pools, aquaria and slightly contaminated waste water.

GE 117 is a temperature-compensated gel electrode with two ceramic diaphragms and PH 13.5 cable screw coupling.

GE 120

is an insertion electrode and is preferably used for measurements in cheese, fruit and meat. For measurements in products containing proteins, the electrode must be cleaned with a special cleaner. For this purpose, we recommend the GRL 100 pepsin cleaning solution.

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GE 125 GE 126 GE 135 GE 151 GE 173

is a waterproof, universally applicable, durable and low-maintenance gel electrode with ceramic diaphragm. It can be immersed above the shaft for an extended time.
is a extremely low-maintenance and long-term stable gel electrode with ceramic diaphragm.
is a waterproof, universally applicable, durable and low-maintenance gel electrode with ceramic diaphragm. It can be immersed above the shaft for an extended time.
is a glass electrode and is preferably used in galvanic applications for paints and lacquers.
is an alkaline-resistant glass electrode with ground diaphragm and gel electrolyte for chemical and waste water applications.

6 Reshipment and disposal
6.1 Reshipment
All devices returned to the manufacturer have to be free of any residual of measuring media and other hazardous substances. Measuring residuals at housing or sensor may be a risk for persons or environment
Use an adequate transport package for reshipment, especially for fully functional devices. Please make sure that the device is protected in the package by enough packing materials. Add the completed reshipment form of the GHM website.
6.2 Disposal
The device must not be disposed of with household waste. Return it to us, freight prepaid. We will then arrange for the proper and environmentally-friendly disposal. Private end users in Germany have the possibility of dropping off the product at the municipal collection centre.

7 Manufacturer / distributer
GHM GROUP Greisinger
GHM Messtechnik GmbH Hans-Sachs-Str. 26 93128 Regenstauf Germany +49 9402 9383-0 | info@greisinger.de | www.greisinger.de WEEE-Reg.-Nr.: DE 93889386

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8 Specification

Type

Description

GE 014-Cinch) GE 014-BNC)

low Cost pH-electrode

GE 100-Cinch GE 100-BNC

standard pH-electrode

GE 101-Cinch GE 101-BNC

injection pH-electrode

GE 103-Cinch) double chamber GE 103-BNC) pH-electrode

GE 104-Cinch special grinding GE 104-BNC pH-electrode

GE 106-Cinch GE 106-BNC

pH-electrode for VE water

GE 108-Cinch GE 108-BNC GE 108-S7

standard pH-electrode, pressure resistant

GE 109-BNC

pH-electrode with int. Pt100 sensor

GE 114-BNC low-cost pH-electrode

GE 117-BNC GE 120-Cinch GE 120-BNC GE 125-BNC
GE 126-BNC
GE 135-BNC GE 151-Cinch GE 151-BNC GE 170-S7)

pH-electrode with int. Pt1000 sensor
injection pH-electrode
pH-electrode with int. Pt1000 sensor extremely lowmaintenance pH-electrode pH-electrode with int. Pt1000 sensor pH-electrode for difficult measurement conditions pH-electrode for extreme conditions

GE 171-S7

pH-electrode for extreme conditions

GE 173-Cinch GE 173-BNC GE 173-S7

special grinding pH-electrode

Operating range Pressure

pH 2-12, 0..60°C > 200 µS/cm
pH 0-14, 0..80°C > 100 µS/cm
pH 2-11, 0..60°C > 100 µS/cm
pH 0-14, 0..80°C > 200 µS/cm
pH 2-14, 0..80°C > 20 µS/cm
pH 0-14, 0..80°C > 100 µS/cm

pressureless pressureless pressureless pressureless pressureless pressureless

pH 0-14, 0..80°C > 100 µS/cm

max 6 bar

pH 0-14, 0..60°C > 100 µS/cm

max 6 bar

pH 0-14, 0..60°C > 200 µS/cm

pressureless

pH 0-14, 0..60°C > 100 µS/cm

max 6 bar

pH 0-14, 0..60°C > 200 µS/cm

pressureless

pH 0-14, 0..70°C > 200 µS/cm

pressureless

pH 0-14, 0..80°C > 100 µS/cm

max 5.5 bar

pH 0-14, 0..80°C > 150 µS/cm

max 5 bar

pH 0-14, 0..80°C > 100 µS/cm

pressureless

pH 0-14, 0..130°C max 15 bar

> 100 µS/cm

@ 25°C

pH 0-14, 0..140°C > 100 µS/cm

max 10 bar

pH 0-14, 0..80°C > 50 µS/cm

max 6 bar

Reference electrolyte

Connection

3mol/l KCl 3mol/l KCl

Cinch BNC Cinch BNC-

3mol/l KCl

Cinch BNC

3mol/l KCl Cinch 1mol/l KNO3 BNC

3mol/l KCl

Cinch BNC

3mol/l KCl

Cinch BNC

3mol/l KCl (gel)

Cinch BNC S7 connection

3mol/l KCl BNC und

(gel)

MiniDIN

3mol/l KCl (gel)

BNC

3mol/l KCl BNC and

(gel)

4mm banana

Ag/AgCl (gel)

Cinch BNC

3mol/l KCl BNC and

(gel)

4mm banana

Ag/AgCl (Gel)

BNC

Ag/AgCl (Gel)

BNC and 4mm banana

3mol/l KCl

Cinch BNC

3mol/l KCl (gel)

S7 connection

3mol/l KCl (gel)

S7 connection

3mol/l KCl (gel)

Cinch BNC S7 connection

Cable Notes

Diaphragm type /Membrane shape

Tube

1 m

2x ceramic / sphere

plastic approx. Ø12x110 mm

1 m

2x ceramic / sphere

tyril approx. Ø12x120 mm

1 m

2x ceramic / cone

glass approx. Ø12x120 mm

1 m

2x ceramic / sphere

plastic approx. Ø12x120 mm

1 m

moveable joint, easy-to-clean

grinding / cylinder

glass approx. Ø12x120 mm

1 m

3x ceramic / sphere

tyril approx. Ø12x120 mm

2 m 2 m - *)

pressure resistant up to 2x ceramic / 6 bar with PG13.5 thread cylinder

2 m

pressure resistant up to 6 bar

2x ceramic / cylinder

1 m

1x pellon / sphere

2 m

pressure resistant up to 2x ceramic / 6 bar with PG13.5 thread cylinder

PSU approx. Ø12x120 mm
PSU approx. Ø12x120 mm epoxy approx. Ø12x120 mm PSU approx. Ø12x120 mm

1 m

incl. screwable cutting blade

2x ceramic / cone

PVC approx. Ø22x110 mm injection tip approx. Ø13x60

2 m

water-proof IP 67 incl. BNC plug

1x ceramic / cylinder

epoxy approx. Ø12x120 mm

5 m with ½" NPT thread

1 m

water-proof IP 67 incl. BNC plug

2x ceramic / sphere
1x ceramic / cone

ABS approx. Ø26.4x147 mm PC approx. Ø12x130 mm

1 m

chemically resistant glass tube

1x ceramic / cylinder

glass approx.Ø12x120 mm

- *)

up to 130°C / 15 bar with PG13.5 thread

can be sterilized and - *) autoclaved
with PG13.5 thread

3x ceramic / sphere
2x ceramic / sphere

glass approx. Ø12x120 mm glass approx. Ø12x120 mm

2 m - *)

alkali resistant, pressure resistant up to 6 bar with PG13.5 thread

grinding / cylinder

glass approx. Ø12x120 mm

) no longer available *) Note: cable GEAK-2S7-BNC or GEAK-5S7-BNC is needed for connection S7 (additional adapter GAD 1 BNC is required for measurement devices with cinch plug)

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