Instruction Manual

HI 9835
Autoranging
Portable Waterproof
Microprocessor
EC/TDS/NaCl/°C Meter

This Instrument is in
Manufacturers since 1978 Compliance with the CE Directives
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Hanna product.
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Please read this instruction manual carefully before using the instru- Remove the instrument from the packing material and examine it
ment. carefully to make sure that no damage has occurred during shipping.
This manual will provide you with the necessary information for a If there is any damage, notify your Dealer.
correct use of the instrument, as well as a precise idea of its versatility. Each meter is supplied complete with:
If you need additional technical information, do not hesitate to e-mail
• HI 76309 Conductivity/TDS probe
us at [email protected].
• AA size Alkaline Batteries (4 pcs)
These instruments are in compliance with directives • Instruction manual
EN 50081-1, EN 50082-1 and EN 61010-1. • Rugged Carrying Case.

Note: Save all packing material until you are sure that the instrument
TABLE OF CONTENTS functions correctly. Any defective item must be returned in its
original packaging together with the supplied accessories.
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION .............................................................. 3
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ...................................................................... 3
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................. 4
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................ 5
CONNECTIONS .................................................................................. 6
TAKING MEASUREMENTS ................................................................... 7 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
AUTORANGING .................................................................................. 8
TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION .......................................................... 8
HI 9835 is a waterproof portable microprocessor-based Conductivity/
EC / TDS CALIBRATION ...................................................................... 9
NaCl CALIBRATION .......................................................................... 10 TDS/NaCl/temperature meter.
TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION ............................................................ 11 The autoranging feature of the EC and TDS ranges automatically sets
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT ............................................................ 11 the meter to the scale with the highest possible resolution.
CONDUCTIVITY VS. TEMPERATURE CHART ........................................... 12 The measurements are automatically (ATC) or manually (MTC) compen-
SETUP ........................................................................................... 13
sated for temperature. The temperature coefficient value is user
BATTERY REPLACEMENT ................................................................... 15
PROBE MAINTENANCE ..................................................................... 15 selectable. It is possible to disable the temperature compensation and
ACCESSORIES ................................................................................. 16 measure the actual conductivity.
WARRANTY ..................................................................................... 18 The meter is equipped with a stability indicator.
CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .................................................... 19 The Battery Error Preventing System (BEPS) switches the meter off
when the batteries are too weak to support proper function.

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 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS
Range EC 0.00 to 29.99 µS/cm
(Autoranging) 30.0 to 299.9 µS/cm
300 to 2999 µS/cm
3.00 to 29.99 mS/cm
30.0 to 200.0 mS/cm
Up to 500.0 mS/cm actual(*) Conductivity
TDS 0.00 to 14.99 ppm
(Autoranging) 15.0 to 149.9 ppm
150 to 1499 ppm
1.50 to 14.99 g/L
15.0 to 100.0 g/L
Up to 400.0 g/L actual(*) TDS (with 0.80 factor)
NaCl 0.0 to 400.0 %
Temp. 0.0 to 60.0 C

Resolution EC 0.01 µS/cm (from 0.00 to 29.99 µS/cm)

0.1 µS/cm (from 30.0 to 299.9 µS/cm)
1 µS/cm (from 300 to 2999 µS/cm)
0.01 mS/cm (from 3.00 to 29.99 mS/cm)
0.1 mS/cm (over 30.0 mS/cm)
TDS 0.01 ppm (from 0.00 to 14.99 ppm)
0.1 ppm (from 15.0 to 149.9 ppm)
1 ppm (from 150 to 1499 ppm)
0.01 g/L (from 1.50 to 14.99 g/L)
0.1 g/L (over 15.0 g/L)
NaCl 0.1 %
Temp. 0.1 C
1) Power adapter socket
2) Probe Connector Accuracy EC ±1% of reading ± (0.05 µS/cm or 1 digit,
3) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) whichever greater)
4) ON/OFF key, to turn the meter on and off TDS ±1% of reading ± (0.03 ppm or 1 digit,
whichever greater)
5) ALT key, to alternate key function
NaCl ±1% of reading
6) RANGE / FIXED key, to select measurement range or (with ALT) Temp. ±0.4 C
to freeze the current range on the LCD
7) CAL / CALT key, to enter calibration mode Typical EMC EC ±1% of reading
8) WCFM key, to move down or (with ALT) confirm values Deviation TDS ±1% of reading
9) ATC / TC key, to select temperature compensation mode or (with NaCl ±1% of reading
ALT) to view the temperature coefficient value Temp. ±0.1 C
10) VFNC key, to move up or (with ALT) enter setup mode (*)
Actual conductivity (or TDS) is the non-temperature compensated conductivity (or
TDS) value of a solution.

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EC Calibration 1 point with 6 memorized buffers TAKING MEASUREMENTS
84,1413,5000,12880,80000,111800 µS/cm
NaCl Calibration 1 point with HI 7037 buffer (optional)
Temperature 2 points at 0 and 50 C Press the ON/OFF key to turn the meter on.
Calibration (plus ±1 C adjustment)
Temperature Automatic or Manual from 0 to 60 C
Compensation (can be disabled to measure actual conductivity) Immerse the probe into the solution to be tested.
Temperature 0.00 to 6.00 %/ C (for EC and TDS only) The sleeve holes must be completely submerged.
Coefficient Default value is 1.90%/ C Tap the probe repeatedly to remove any air bubbles
TDS Factor 0.40 to 0.80 (default value is 0.50) that may be trapped inside the sleeve.
Probe HI 76309 4-ring probe, K=1 nominal and
built-in temperature sensor (included) If needed, press the RANGE key repeatedly until
Auto Off After 5 minutes (can be disabled) the desired range (EC, TDS, NaCl) is selected on
Power supply 4x1.5V AA alkaline type batteries (included), or the LCD.
12 VDC adapter
Casing IP 67 Allow for the reading to stabilize. The upper
Environment 0 to 50 C ; 100% RH LCD displays the measure in the selected
Dimensions 196 x 80 x 60 mm (7.7 x 3.1 x 2.4") range while the temperature is displayed on
Weight 500 g (18 oz) the lower LCD.
Notes:
I If the meter displays "----" the reading is out of range.
II If the reading is unstable, the stability indicator " " blinks.
III The "gm" indication on the LCD means g/L.
IV Make sure the meter is calibrated before taking measurements.
CONNECTIONS V If measurements are taken successively in different samples, to
have accurate readings it is recommended to rinse the probe
Remove the back cover, unwrap the batteries thoroughly with deionized water before immersion in the samples.
and install them while paying attention to VI To maximize battery life, the meter is automatically switched off
the polarity. Replace the back cover. after 5 minutes of non-use. To reactivate the instrument press
Alternatively, connect the voltage adapter to the ON/OFF key. This feature can be disabled by entering the
the power socket. setup mode and selecting the "AoF" item (see SETUP for de-
tails).
VII TDS reading is obtained multiplying the EC reading by the TDS
Connect the EC/TDS probe to the factor, which has a default value of 0.50. It is possible to
7-pin connector located on the top change the TDS factor in the 0.40 to 0.80 range by entering
of the instrument. Tighten the the setup mode and selecting the "tdS" item (see SETUP for
threaded ring. details).
Make sure the probe sleeve is prop- VIII When the use of an alternate function (FNC, CFM, GLP,FIXED,TC
erly inserted, as shown in the figure. and CALT) is requested, press and hold the ALT key first and
then the second key.

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 AUTORANGING EC/TDS CALIBRATION
The EC and TDS scales are autoranging. The meter automatically sets Calibration is a 1-point procedure. Selectable calibration points are:
the scale with the highest possible resolution. 0.0, 84.0µS, 1413µS, 5.00mS, 12.88mS, 80.0mS,111.8mS.
By pressing ALT+FIXED, the autoranging
feature is disabled and the current range To enter EC calibration select the EC range and press
is frozen on the LCD. "F1" symbol blinks the CAL key.
on the LCD.
Note: TDS reading is automatically derived from the EC reading and
To restore the autoranging option press ALT+FIXED again. no specific calibration for TDS is needed. Pressing CAL while
Note: Autoranging is automatically restored if the RANGE key is pressed, TDS range is selected has no effect.
if the setup or calibration modes are entered and if the meter is Rinse the probe with some of the calibration solution or
turned off and back on again. deionized water. Immerse the probe into the solution.
The sleeve holes must be completely submerged. Tap
TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION the probe repeatedly to remove any air bubbles that
may be trapped inside the sleeve.
Three options of compensating temperature are available:
For zero calibration, just leave the dry probe in air.
Automatic (Atc): The probe has a built-in temperature sensor; the
value of the temperature is used to automatically compensate the EC/ The indications "BUF" and "CAL" are dis-
TDS reading using 25 C as reference temperature. This is the default played. The upper LCD shows the uncalibrated
option. EC reading. The lower LCD shows the buffer
value. The stability indicator " " blinks.
Manual (Mtc): The temperature value, shown on the lower LCD, can
be manually set by the user with the up and down arrow keys. The
compensation is referenced at 25 C. The " C" symbol blinks when this Select the desired value with the V
option is active. and W keys, if necessary.
No Compensation (notc): The temperature reading shown on the
lower LCD is not taken into account. The reading displayed on the When the " " symbol stops blinking, the
upper LCD is the actual EC or TDS value. The " C" and "%TC" symbols reading is stable. The "CON" indication starts
blink when this option is active. blinking on the LCD asking for confirmation.

To select the desired option press the ATC key until Press ALT + CFM to confirm the calibration.
the option is briefly displayed on the LCD.
Note: The default compensation mode is ATC. If everything is satisfactory, the meter displays the "Stor Good" mes-
If temperature compensation is active, measurements are compen- sage and returns to measurement mode.
sated using a default temperature coefficient of 1.90 %/ C. Notes
It is possible to select a different temperature coefficient (TC) in the I If the uncalibrated reading is too far from the expected value,
0.00 to 6.00 %/ C range by entering the setup mode and selecting calibration is not recognized. The "CON" indication does not
the "tc" item (see SETUP for details). appear; the " " and "BUF" symbols blink to signal wrong or
The current temperature coefficient can be contaminated calibration solution.
quickly viewed pressing ALT+TC. The value II For best results choose an EC buffer value close to the sample
is briefly displayed on the lower LCD. to be measured.

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III In order to minimize any EMC interference, use plastic beakers.
TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION
IV The meter uses 1.90%/ C compensation factor during calibra- (for technical personnel only)
tion. If the setup item "tc" has been set to a different value,
when exiting the calibration mode the value displayed on the The calibration is 2 points at 0.0, 50.0 C.
upper LCD could be different from the nominal buffer value. • Immerse the probe in a 0 C temperature bath.
V It is possible to set the cell constant value directly without • Press ALT+CALT to enter temperature calibration mode.
following the calibration procedure. To set the cell constant • The lower LCD displays "0.0 C"; "BUF" and "CAL" tags appear.
enter the setup mode and select "CEL" (see SETUP for details). • When the reading is stable, "CON" symbol starts to blink.
• Press ALT+CFM to confirm. The lower LCD displays 50.0 C.
N a C l CALIBRATION • Immerse the probe in a 50 C temperature bath.
Calibration is 1-point at 100.0% NaCl. Use the HI 7037 calibration • When the reading is stable, "CON" symbol starts to blink.
solution (sea water solution) as a 100% NaCl standard solution. • Press ALT+CFM to confirm and return to normal operation.
To enter NaCl calibration select the NaCl range and
press the CAL key.
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Rinse the probe with some of the calibration solution or
deionized water. Immerse the probe into HI 7037 solu- The temperature reading can be manually fine-tuned by following this
tion. The sleeve holes must be completely submerged. procedure:
Tap the probe repeatedly to remove any air bubbles that
may be trapped inside the sleeve. Press ALT+CALT to enter the temperature
The indications "BUF" and "CAL" are dis- calibration mode.
played. The upper LCD shows the uncalibrated
NaCl reading in percentage. The lower LCD Press CAL to enter the temperature adjustment mode.
shows "100". The upper and lower LCD will display the current
When the " " symbol stops blinking, the temperature reading.
reading is stable. The "CON" indication starts
blinking on the LCD asking for confirmation.
Adjust the temperature reading on
the upper LCD using the arrow keys.
Press ALT + CFM to confirm the calibration. The maximum adjustment is ±1 C
around current reading.
If everything is satisfactory, the meter displays the "Stor Good" mes-
sage and returns to measurement mode. Press ALT+CFM to confirm. The meter re-
Note: If the uncalibrated reading is too far from the expected value, turns to measurement mode and displays
the calibration is not recognized. The "CON" indication does not the new temperature.
appear; the " " and "BUF" symbols blink to signal wrong or
contaminated calibration solution. Note: Press ALT+CALT to escape without any changes.
Note: The meter uses 1.90%/ C compensation factor during calibra- Note: It is possible to enter the temperature adjustment mode only if
tion. If the setup item "tc" has been set to a different value, the probe is connected.
when exiting calibration mode the value displayed on the upper
LCD could be different from the nominal calibration value.
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 CONDUCTIVITY VERSUS SETUP
TEMPERATURE CHART
Setup is used to view or change the instrument parameters.
The conductivity of an aqueous solution is the measure of its ability to
carry an electrical current by means of ionic motion.
To enter setup press ALT+FNC when the
The conductivity invariably increases with increasing temperature.
meter is in measurement mode.
It is affected by the type and number of ions in the solution and by the
viscosity of the solution itself. Both parameters are temperature de-
"Set" is displayed on the upper LCD. The
pendent. The dependency of conductivity on temperature is expressed
lower LCD displays the blinking code of the
as a relative change per degree Celsius at a particular temperature,
current setup item.
commonly as percent per C.
The following table lists the temperature dependence of the HANNA
calibration buffers. Select the desired setup item using
the V or W key.

C F HI 7030 HI 7031 HI 7033 HI 7034 HI 7035 HI 7039

HI 8030 HI 8031 HI 8033 HI 8034 HI 8035 HI 8039 Press ALT+CFM to confirm.
(µS/cm) (µS/cm) (µS/cm) (µS/cm) (µS/cm) (µS/cm)
0 32 7150 776 64 48300 65400 2760
5 41 8220 896 65 53500 74100 3180 Note: If ALT+FNC are pressed before item confirmation, the meter
10 50 9330 1020 67 59600 83200 3615 will escape and return to measurement mode.
15 59 10480 1147 68 65400 92500 4063
16 60.8 10720 1173 70 67200 94400 4155
17 62.6 10950 1199 71 68500 96300 4245 Once the desired setup item has been se-
18 64.4 11190 1225 73 69800 98200 4337 lected, its current value blinks (if it is a
19 66.2 11430 1251 74 71300 100200 4429
20 68 11670 1278 76 72400 102100 4523
changeable parameter).
21 69.8 11910 1305 78 74000 104000 4617
22 71.6 12150 1332 79 75200 105900 4711 To change the value use the V or
23 73.4 12390 1359 81 76500 107900 4805
W key.
24 75.2 12640 1386 82 78300 109800 4902
25 77 12880 1413 84 80000 111800 5000
26 78.8 13130 1440 86 81300 113800 5096 Press ALT+CFM to confirm.
27 80.6 13370 1467 87 83000 115700 5190
28 82.4 13620 1494 89 84900 117700 5286
29 84.2 13870 1521 90 86300 119700 5383
30 86 14120 1548 92 88200 121800 5479
Note: Press ALT+FNC before confirmation to escape without chang-
31 87.8 14370 1575 94 90000 123900 5575
ing the previously set value.

The following table lists the setup items, their valid range of values
and the factory settings (default):

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Item Description Valid values Default
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
tc Temp. compensation coeff. 0.00 to 6.00 %/ C 1.90
tcE Temp. compensation mode Atc, Mtc, notc Atc When the batteries are inserted and no power adapter is connected,
tdS TDS factor 0.40 to 0.80 0.50 the meter can recognize the following battery charge levels:
CEL Cell constant (K) 0.500 to 1.700 1.000 • Low battery - "LOBAT" indication is displayed on the LCD. Back-
Aof Auto-Off enable On, OFF On light is automatically disabled and it is not possible to enable it
until new batteries are inserted or an external power adapter is
vEr Firmware release
used. When "LOBAT" appears, batteries have typically 10% of
Chr Battery level test
their life left and the meter is still measuring properly.
• Very weak battery - The meter shuts off to avoid erroneous
Notes operations.
I Once enabled, the Auto Off time is fixed at 5 minutes. Note: If the meter is not powered for several minutes (e.g. in dead
battery condition), the current date and time are lost.
II When the battery level test is selected (Chr), LCD will display the Battery replacement must only take place in a non-hazardous area
remaining percentage of battery charge. 100% means fully charged using 1.5V alkaline AA type batteries.
battery and 0% corresponds to the minimum battery level that In order to replace run down batteries, simply
allows the meter to operate. remove the two screws on the rear cover of the
The battery charge level calculation is based on a typical alkaline instrument and replace the four 1.5V AA bat-
battery discharge curve. teries with new ones, paying attention to the
If the meter is connected to an external power adapter and "Chr" correct polarity.
is selected, the LCD will display "LINE".
New batteries allow 150 hours approx. of continuous use (with 2700
mA/h batteries and without backlight)
A 12VDC power adapter can also be used. It is recommended to use
the Hanna voltage adapters that use the proper polarity configuration.
However, other adapters can be used. In
this case, check the polarity of your adapter
before connecting it to the meter.

PROBE MAINTENANCE
Rinse the probe with clean water after measurements. If a more
thorough cleaning is required, remove the probe sleeve and clean the
probe with a cloth or a nonabrasive detergent.
Make sure to reinsert the sleeve onto the probe properly and in the
right direction.
After cleaning the probe, recalibrate the instrument.

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 ACCESSORIES OTHER ACCESSORIES
HI 76309 stainless steel 4-ring conductivity/TDS probe with
CONDUCTIVITY BUFFER SOLUTIONS temperature sensor and 1m (3.3') cable.
HI 70030P 12880 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 20mL sachets (25 pcs.) HI 76310 platinum 4-ring conductivity/TDS probe with tem-
HI 7030L 12880 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460mL bottle perature sensor and 1m (3.3') cable.
HI 7030M 12880 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 230mL bottle HI 710005 12VDC voltage adapter (US plug)
HI 70031P 1413 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 20mL sachets (25 pcs.) HI 710006 12VDC voltage adapter (European plug)
HI 7031L 1413 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460mL bottle HI 710012 12VDC voltage adapter (UK plug)
HI 7031M 1413 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 230mL bottle HI 710013 12VDC voltage adapter (S. Africa plug)
HI 70033P 84 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 20mL sachets (25 pcs.) HI 710014 12VDC voltage adapter (Australian plug)
HI 7033L 84 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460 mL bottle HI 740027 1.5V AA batteries (4 pcs)
HI 7033M 84 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 230 mL bottle HI 740036 100mL plastic beaker (6 pcs)
HI 7034L 80000 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460mL bottle HI 740034 Cap for 100mL beakers (6 pcs)
HI 7034M 80000 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 230mL bottle HI 76405 Electrode holder
HI 7035L 111800 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460mL bottle
HI 7035M 111800 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 230mL bottle
HI 70039P 5000 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 20mL sachets (25 pcs.)
HI 7039L 5000 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460mL bottle
HI 7039M 5000 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 230mL bottle
HI 7037L 100% NaCl sea water standard solution, 460mL

CONDUCTIVITY BUFFER SOLUTIONS

IN FDA APPROVED BOTTLES
HI 8030L 12880 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460 mL bottle
HI 8031L 1413 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460 mL bottle
HI 8033L 84 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460 mL bottle
HI 8034L 80000 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460 mL bottle
HI 8035L 111800 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460 mL bottle
HI 8039L 5000 µS/cm (µmho/cm), 460 mL bottle

PROBE CLEANING SOLUTIONS

HI 7061M General Cleaning Sol., 230 mL bottle
HI 7061L General Cleaning Sol., 460 mL bottle

PROBE CLEANING SOLUTIONS

IN FDA APPROVED BOTTLES
HI 8061M General Cleaning Sol., 230 mL bottle
HI 8061L General Cleaning Sol., 460 mL bottle

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 WARRANTY CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

All Hanna Instruments meters are warranted for two years against
defects in workmanship and materials when used for their intended
purpose and maintained according to instructions. The electrodes
and the probes are warranted for a period of six months. This
warranty is limited to repair or replacement free of charge.
Damages due to accident, misuse, tampering or lack of prescribed
maintenance are not covered.
If service is required, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
instrument. If under warranty, report the model number, date of
purchase, serial number and the nature of the failure. If the repair is
not covered by the warranty, you will be notified of the charges
incurred. If the instrument is to be returned to Hanna Instruments, first
obtain a Returned Goods Authorization number from the Customer
Service department and then send it with shipping costs prepaid.
When shipping any instrument, make sure it is properly packaged for
complete protection.
To validate your warranty, fill out and return the enclosed warranty
card within 14 days from the date of purchase.

Recommendations for Users

Before using this product, make sure that it is entirely suitable for the environment in which it is used.
Operation of this instrument in residential area could cause unacceptable interference to radio and TV
equipment, requiring the operator to take all necessary steps to correct interference.
The metal bands of the probe are sensitive to electrostatic discharges. Avoid touching these metal bands
at all times.
To maintain the EMC performance of this equipment the recommended cables must be used.
Any variation introduced by the user to the supplied equipment may degrade the instruments EMC
performance.
To avoid electrical shock, do not use this instrument when voltage at the measurement surface exceeds
24VAC or 60 VDC.
To avoid damages or burns, do not perform any measurement in microwave ovens.

Hanna Instruments reserves the right to modify the design, construc-

tion and appearance of its products without advance notice.

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 HANNA LITERATURE

Hanna publishes a wide range of catalogs and handbooks

for an equally wide range of applications. The reference
literature currently covers areas such as:

• Water Treatment
• Process
• Swimming Pools
• Agriculture
• Food
• Laboratory
• Thermometry

and many others. New reference material is constantly

being added to the library.

For these and others catalogs, handbooks and leaflets,

contact your dealer or the Hanna Customer Service Center
nearest to you. To find the Hanna Office in your vicinity,
check our home page at www.hannainst.com
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