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1. CAL or MENU key to cancel 3 Span 1 51416 Press MENU will prompt to Apply 1 51416 NIST certified calibration oil and to press CAL or MENU key to cancel 4 Add Delete Edit When selecting any of these modes a Warning will appear Incorrect use of this function can corrupt the instrument Contact the Technical Support Group for a complete explanation if this function is to be used 5 Exit Press MENU to exit the calibration options mode Contrast Press the MENU key to enter and the Up Down keys to adjust display contrast IR Linkup To use this function the optional Docking Station 13951000 must be used This feature allows for downloading of stored values up to 225 of the most current readings and up to 5 point current calibration log Set Clock Allows for setting of the time in 12 hour am pm or 24 hour military and the date in MDY format Select Channel This feature is visible only when at least one custom channel has been added to the TS Meter D Entering this feature allows the operator to switch between available channels scales Reading Mode Allows for changing between various reading modes specific to each channel TC modes are Temperature Compensated Page 11 10 0 DAILY SINGLE POINT CALIBRATION Page 12 1 2 Turn the instrument on by pressing the CAL key Atthe displayed message to apply sample press the Cal key again Exit
2. TS METER D Clinical Refractometer User s Guide Reichert TECHNOLOGIES Analytical Instruments Reichert TS Meter D Instruction Manual Table of Contents Page 1 0 Introduction 3 2 0 Specifications 4 3 0 Environmental Conditions 5 40 Careand Cleaning 5 4 1 Care of Prism Surface 5 5 0 Instrument Features 6 6 0 Automatic Temperature Compensation 7 6 1 Temperature coefficient and correction calculations 7 7 0 Installation Procedure 7 7 1 Set Up 8 8 0 Sample Reading 10 9 0 Menu Options 11 10 0 Daily Single Point Calibration 12 11 0 Multipoint Calibration 13 11 1 Calibration Oils 14 12 0 Channels 15 12 1 Channel 1 Brix Sucrose per ICUMSA 15 12 2 Channels 2 4 User Programmable 15 13 0 Accessories 15 Page 2 1 0 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Reichert TS Meter D Digital Handheld Refractometer This manual describes the proper operation and care of this state of the art instrument The TS METER D is Temperature Compensated and capable of measuring Urine Specific Gravity Serum Protein Copper Sulfate and general Refractive Index applications Its advanced features make it a well suited instrument widely used for Medical Pharmaceutical and Chemical industries The TS Meter D has the capability to measure Refractive Index nD of liquid solutions to a precision of 0 0001 with a range of 1 3300 to 1 5600nD Please note that a TS Meter D Refractometer is a high precision optical instrument It is ab
3. C are corrected to a reference temperature reading of 20 C or 25 C depending upon the channel being used Temperature correction or control is necessary because refractive index varies inversely with temperature as temperature of sample rises refractive index falls and so as sample temperature drops refractive index will rise This feature can be used in lieu of controlling the temperature of the prism and sample It is however necessary to Allow Samples to Temperature Equilibrate sample must reach same temperature as prism surface so that the TS Meter D can properly correct for temperature The automatic temperature compensation mode built into the TS Meter D is based on the temperature coefficients AnD A C established for each channel 6 1 Temperature Coefficient Calculations non Sucrose samples Should you need to temperature correct refractive index values for samples other than those that are sucrose based Please download Temperature Coefficient Calculation and Temperature Correction at www reichert com Analytical Applications or contact Reichert Analytical Technical Support 716 686 4500 7 0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE A Unpack instrument from carton Retain packing material for future storage protection shipping B Please note the following accessories Instruction Manual Batteries four AAA Page 7 Page 8 7 1 SET A UP Turn the instrument over and remove the battery cover by rotating it in a counter
4. CAL key again Observe the display for message indicating Set Point Cal Successful Apply water CAL Calibration MENU Cancel Set point cal successful Press the READ key and note the value on the display which should be 0 0 Brix TC 20 0 C Please note that the 0 0 Brix TC reading can vary by 0 1 which is the acceptable tolerance of the TS Meter D 0 0 Brix TC 20 0 C Page 9 8 0 Page 10 ee READING Clean and dry the prism and well with a soft wipe which will leave no residue and recommended cleaning agents soap and warm water Methanol or Isopropyl Alcohol followed by distilled water B Add enough of the sample to cover prism surface and allow adequate time for sample to temperature equilibrate to prism well C Press READ D Note value on display 1 3330 nD TC 20 0 C E Compare reading to known value Note any difference in well temperature from sample reference temperature and adjust refractive index reading mathematically from the Refractive Index displayed value reference section 6 1 9 0 MENU OPTIONS A Exit Menu Pressing the MENU key when this is displayed will exit the menu mode Calibration Displays options of 1 Set water Pressing MENU will prompt to Apply Water and then CAL or MENU key to cancel 2 Span 1 40229 Press MENU will prompt to Apply 1 40229 NIST certified calibration oil and to press
5. Menu 1 Apply Distilled Water sample and Press the CAL key Apply water CAL Calibration MENU Cancel Set point cal successful message will appear if the TS Meter D is functioning properly Set point cal successful 10 0 wo gt O O MULTIPOINT CALIBRATION The TS Meter D can be calibrated with up to 5 points using distilled water and 4 user definable points note that these are set at the factory to match available NIST certified standards Performing a 2 point calibration will provide the required accuracy needed using distilled water and a high refractive index NIST certified standard The TS Meter D has 3 points available as points that can be chosen through the calibration mode menu Two additional points are available and modification of the existing points can also be done through the Add Delete Edit option in the calibration menu When entering this screen a message will appear Warning Incorrect use of this function can corrupt your instrument It is advisable to contact the technical support group before using this feature The 3 4 and 5 point calibrations is made available to allow the user to precisely calibrate the instrument to certified standards near the refractive index range where the measurements are being made Reference the procedure below to perform the multipoint calibration Always clean and dry the prism surface between the application of samples and be sure to p
6. UMENT FEATURES Refer to the features listed below Page 6 1 Instrument Display Digitally displays measurement values operator instructions and error messages Keypad Controls All three controls are soft touch membrane keys CAL down READ up MENU return These keys serve a dual purpose as function keys and also facilitate moving the displayed cursor highlighter when selecting the many available options CAL Prompts the user to perform a water calibration Also is used as the Down key to allow scrolling when changing menu options or values READ Will read the sample in the well Also is used as the Up key to scroll through choices when changing menu options and values MENU Allows entry to the menu options of the TS Meter D The menu key also functions as Enter Exit or Cancel depending on the menu screen and or the on screen instructions Sample Well The sample well is made of Stainless Steel with a Sapphire Prism mounted to its center When a sample is placed on the prism face it is important that the sample cover the entire prism surface to attain an accurate reading IR Window Located on the bottom of the TS Meter D itis used to communicate with your PC when cradled in the optional docking station 6 0 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION Automatic temperature compensation corrects readings overarange oftemperatures As an example Samples taken at 15 C 40
7. clockwise direction Install the four AAA batteries in the direction indicated Reinstall the battery cover Place the instrument on a solid surface in an environment where the temperature is stable Be sure to keep instrument away from heat or air conditioning vents which can cause drafts and affect the temperature stability Allow the instrument time to reach room temperature Turn the TS Meter D on by pressing the MENU key The title screen will appear followed by instructions to apply sample and press read DO NOT apply sample or press read at this time Reichert TS Meter D Ver X XX Select desired CHANNEL by pressing MENU key again to enter menu options Exit Menu Use READ Up CAL Down keys to advance through options to Select Channel press the MENU Return key when you see the following screen Select Channel le d Use the UP or DOWN keys to advance through Channel options select Desired Channel by pressing the MENU key Cupric Sulfate I d Press MENU again to return to the main screen Advance to Reading Mode and select from the available options for that channel Press CAL key and follow instructions to add sample add Distilled Water as the sample Enough distilled water should be added to cover the prism surface approximately 3 drops Allow sample to temperature equilibrate to prism well Press
8. d up to 5 point current calibration log Catalog No 13K41330 Calibration Oil 1 51432 Catalog No 13K41340 Calibration Oil 1 40229 Catalog No 13K41350 Calibration Oil 1 45755 Catalog No 13K41360 Calibration Oil 1 48989 Above values may vary due to supplier of oil Page 15 Reichert Analytical Instruments Reichert Inc 3362 Walden Ave Depew NY 14043 USA Toll Free 888 849 8955 Phone 716 686 4500 email info reichert com www reichert com Reichert GmbH Hubertusstrasse 2 D 82229 Seefeld Germany Tel 49 8152 993530 ISO 9001 Certified ce 13960000 100 Rev G Page 16
9. roceed starting from the distilled water up to the sample with the highest refractive index Turnthe TS Meter D on by pressing the MENU key Press the MENU key again after the startup screen appears to enter the Menu Press the UP key until Calibration is read on the display and press the MENU key When Set Water appears press the MENU key and follow the instructions on the display to add water and press the CAL key Continue calibration process by repeating steps A through C and proceed to the next step Page 13 Page 14 When Set Water appears press the UP key several times to advance to the Span 1 51416 value this value is given as an example and may be different although close to the value on your TS Meter D Press the MENU key other points exist Span 1 51416 Follow the on screen instructions to apply 1 51416 sample allow time for the sample to equilibrate and press CAL key Apply 1 51416 CAL Calibration MENU Cancel To perform calibration of any additional points follow the procedure outlined in steps A through G making sure that you always start with the lowest refractive index sample and moving up to the highest refractive index sample Clean and dry the prism surface and the TS Meter D will be ready to take readings 11 1 CALIBRATION OILS The recommended Extended Precision Standard Calibration Oils are manufactured b
10. solutely necessary to properly maintain the instrument to obtain the best possible accuracy This includes thoroughly cleaning the prism and well after each sample and routinely calibrating the instrument Always store the instrument with the well clean and dry Page 3 2 0 SPECIFICATIONS Page 4 The Reichert TS Meter D operates on four AAA batteries and has auto off sleep mode after 30 seconds of inactivity to extend battery life as well as low battery detection Three Key Operation CAL READ and MENU with on screen prompts Illumination 589 nm LED Range 1 3300 to 1 5600 Refractive Index nD 589nm Sodium D line 0 to 95 Solids Brix Sucrose 1 000 to 1 060 Urine Specific Gravity 0 0 to 15 0 Serum Protein 1 000 to 1 200 Cupric Sulfate S G Readability 0 1 C Temperature 0 0001 nD 0 1 Solids Brix 0 001 Urine Specific Gravity 0 1 Serum Protein 0 001 Cupric Sulfate S G Accuracy 0 2 C Temperature 0 0001nD 0 1 Solids Brix 0 001 Urine Specific Gravity 0 1 Serum Protein 0 001 Cupric Sulfate S G Temperature Compensation Range 15 40 C 59 104 F Prism Assembly Sapphire Prism sealed to Stainless Steel Well with solvent resistant epoxy Dimensions 18cm x 9cm x 3 5cm 7 L x 3 75 W x 1 37 D Weight 410g 0 9 Ibs 3 0 ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS Temperature Range 10 C 45 C Max Relative Humidity 80 for temperatures
11. to 31 C decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 40 C Pollution Degree 2 Altitude up to 2 000 meters 4 0 CARE AND CLEANING 4 as The Reichert TS Meter D is a precision optical instrument The prism surface and well should be cleaned immediately after use The interior components are protected from dust spills and other damage The stainless steel well and prism assembly is sealed with corrosion resistant epoxy All non optical components can be cleaned with soap and water or methanol Using strong solvents such as N N Dimethylformamide or N N Nimethylacetamide cresols phenols and other tar acids should be avoided Tetrahydrofuran or some lacquer thinners and their components can also deteriorate the prism seal over time or when applied at elevated temperatures Do not use Acetone Acetone based products or other harsh solvents when cleaning the instrument s body or it s components CARE OF PRISM SURFACE The prism surface should be cleaned immediately after use The use of strong acids or bases should not be measured with this instrument or used as cleaning agents Do not use any metal or sharp objects to clean or pry loose the prism seal or residue on the sample or well The sample should be wiped off with a moist tissue Warm water and soap is recommended for removing sucrose residue and oil based samples followed by a distilled water cleaning Remove any remaining moisture with a dry tissue Page 5 5 0 INSTR
12. y Cargille Labs Cedar Grove NJ 07009 1289 USA Phone 201 239 6633 To our knowledge they are the only domestic USA source of extended precision standard calibration oils with six significant figures in index The characteristics of these oils are NIST traceable Stated accuracy at 0 00005 nD shelf life in years Temperature coefficients TC are guaranteed at their specified reference temperatures usually 20 or 25 C 12 0 CHANNELS 12 1 12 2 CHANNEL 1 ICUMSA BRIX The TS Meter D is preprogrammed at the factory with channel 1 to read Sucrose or Brix scale per the International Commission for Uniform Methods of Sugar Analysis ICUMSA Temperature Corrected TC readings in channel 1 are valid for Brix Solutions only CHANNEL 2 4 Urine Specific Gravity Serum Protein Cupric Sulfate S G These channels allow the user to measure specific solutions and deliver readings with temperature correction factors that relate to that solution To change to the desired channel press the MENU key and advance to Select Channel again press the MENU key advance to the desired channel and press the MENU key to accept 13 0 ACCESSORIES Catalog No 13951000 IR Communications Package The IR Communications Package includes a docking station and the software required to connect the TS Meter D to your PC It is useful for down loading stored readings up to 225 of the most recent readings an

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