Cyanide Photometer Manual
Cyanide Photometer Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cyanide
Photometer
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION........................................................................... 4
2. SAFETY MEASURES......................................................................................... 5
3. ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................................ 5
4. SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................. 6
5. DESCRIPTION................................................................................................. 7
5.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION & INTENDED USE............................................... 7
5.2. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION.................................................................... 8
5.3. PRECISION & ACCURACY........................................................................ 9
5.4. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION..................................................................... 9
5.5. OPTICAL SYSTEM................................................................................. 10
6. GENERAL OPERATIONS.................................................................................. 11
6.1. METER VALIDATION: CAL CHECK & CALIBRATION.................................... 11
6.2. CHEMICAL FORMULA & UNIT CONVERSION........................................... 12
6.3. GLP.................................................................................................... 13
6.4. LOGGING DATA & LOG RECALL.............................................................. 13
6.5. GENERAL SETUP................................................................................. 14
6.6. REAGENTS & ACCESSORIES.................................................................. 16
6.7. CONTEXTUAL HELP.............................................................................. 16
6.8. BATTERY MANAGEMENT...................................................................... 17
7. PHOTOMETER............................................................................................... 18
7.1. PROPER USE OF POWDER PACKET........................................................ 18
7.2. CUVETTE PREPARATION....................................................................... 18
8. METHOD PROCEDURE................................................................................... 20
9. WARNING & ERROR DESCRIPTIONS............................................................... 23
10. BATTERY REPLACEMENT.............................................................................. 25
11. ACCESSORIES............................................................................................. 25
11.1. REAGENT SETS................................................................................. 25
11.2. OTHER ACCESSORIES........................................................................ 25
CERTIFICATION.................................................................................................. 26
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USERS........................................................................ 26
WARRANTY....................................................................................................... 26
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1. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Remove the instrument and accessories from the packaging and examine it carefully.
For further assistance, please contact your local Hanna Instruments Office or email us
at [email protected].
Each HI97714C is delivered in a rugged carrying case and is supplied with:
• Sample cuvette (2 pcs.)
• Sample cuvette cap (2 pcs.)
• Plastic stopper (2 pcs.)
• A ZERO - CAL Check Cuvette A
• HI97714B - CAL Check Cuvette B for Cyanide
• Cloth for wiping cuvettes
• Scissors
• 1.5V AA Alkaline batteries
• CAL Check standard certificate
• Instrument quality certificate
• Instruction manual
Each HI97714 is delivered in a cardboard box and is supplied with:
• Sample cuvette (2 pcs.)
• Sample cuvette cap (2 pcs.)
• Plastic stopper (2 pcs.)
• 1.5V AA Alkaline batteries
• Instrument quality certificate
• Instruction manual
Note: Save all packing material until you are sure that the instrument works
correctly. Any damaged or defective item must be returned in its original packing
material with the supplied accessories.
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2. SAFETY MEASURES
SAFETY MEASURES
• The chemicals contained in the reagent kits may be hazardous if
improperly handled.
• Read the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) before performing tests.
• Safety equipment: Wear suitable eye protection and clothing when
required, and follow instructions carefully.
• Reagent spills: If a reagent spill occurs, wipe up immediately and rinse
with plenty of water. If reagent contacts skin, rinse the affected area
thoroughly with water. Avoid breathing released vapors.
• Waste disposal: For proper disposal of reagent kits and reacted samples,
contact a licensed waste disposal provider.
3. ABBREVIATIONS
ABBREVIATIONS
mg/L milligrams per liter (ppm)
mL milliliter
°C degree Celsius
°F degree Fahrenheit
GLP Good Laboratory Practice
HDPE High Density Polyethylene
LED Light Emitting Diode
NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology
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4. SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
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5. DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
5.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION & INTENDED USE
The HI97714 is an auto-diagnostic portable photometer that benefits from Hanna’s
years of experience as a manufacturer of analytical instruments. It has an advanced
optical system that uses a Light Emitting Diode (LED) and a narrow band interference
filter that allows for accurate and repeatable readings.
The optical system is sealed from outside dust, dirt and water. The meter uses an
exclusive positive-locking system to ensure that the cuvettes are placed into the holder
in the same position every time.
With the CAL Check™ functionality, users are able to validate the performance of the
instrument at any time and apply a user calibration (if necessary). Hanna Instruments
CAL Check cuvettes are made with NIST traceable standards.
The built-in tutorial mode guides users step-by-step through the measurement
process. It includes all steps required for sample preparation, the required reagents
and quantities.
The HI97714 meter measures the cyanide content in water samples in the 0.000 to
0.200 mg/L (ppm). The method is an adaptation of the Pyridine-Pyrazalone Method.
The HI97714 photometer is a compact and versatile meter suitable for field or bench
measurements, featuring a:
• Sophisticated optical system
• Meter validation using certified CAL Check cuvettes
• Tutorial mode guides the user step-by-step
• Auto logging
• Waterproof IP67, floating case
• GLP features
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5.2. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
Press the functional key to perform the function displayed above it on the LCD.
Press and hold to power off/on. Press briefly to return to the previous screen.
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5.3. PRECISION & ACCURACY
DESCRIPTION
Precision is how closely repeated measurements are to one another. Precision is usually
expressed as standard deviation (SD).
Accuracy is defined as the closeness of a test result to the true value.
Although good precision suggests good accuracy, precise results can be inaccurate. The
figure explains these definitions.
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5.5. OPTICAL SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
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6. GENERAL OPERATIONS
GENERAL OPERATIONS
6.1. METER VALIDATION: CAL CHECK & CALIBRATION
Validation of the HI97714 involves verifying the concentration of the certified CAL Check
standards. The CAL Check screen guides the user step-by-step through the validation
process and user calibration (if necessary).
WARNING: Do not use any solutions or standards other than the Hanna
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Instruments CAL Check Standards. For accurate validation and calibration results,
please perform these at room temperature, 18 to 25 °C (64.5 to 77.0 °F).
Note: CAL Check Standards will not read the specified value in measurement
mode. Protect the CAL Check cuvettes from direct sunlight by keeping them in
the original packing. Store between 5 and 30 °C (41 to 86 °F), do not freeze.
To perform a CAL Check:
1. Press CAL Check from measurement mode.
The “Not Available“ message or the date, time and status of the last CAL Check
will be displayed on the screen.
2. Press Check to start a new CAL Check. Press the key at any time to abort
the validation process.
3. Use the functional keys to enter the certificate value of the calibration standard
found on the CAL Check Standard Certificate. Press Next to continue.
Note: This value will be saved in the instrument for future validation. If a new set
of calibration standards is obtained, please update the certificate value.
4. Insert the A ZERO CAL Check Cuvette A then press Next to continue. The “Please
wait...“ message will be displayed during the measurement.
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5. Insert the HI97714B CAL Check Cuvette B then press Next to continue. The
GENERAL OPERATIONS
6. When the CAL Check is complete the display will show one of the following
messages and the value obtained during the measurement:
• “PASSED“: The measured value is within the accuracy specification, no user
calibration is required.
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6.3. GLP
GENERAL OPERATIONS
Press the key to enter the menu. Use the functional keys to select GLP and
press Select. Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) shows the date and time of the last user
calibration (if available) or factory calibration. To erase the last user calibration and to
clear the CAL Check, press Clear and follow the prompts. Press Yes to erase and return
to the factory calibration data or No to exit the clear procedure.
Use the functional keys to highlight a log and press Info to view additional information
about the log. From this screen Next and Previous can be used to view other logs.
Press Delete to erase logged data. After pressing Delete, a prompt on display is
asking for confirmation.
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Press Del All to erase all the logged data. If Del All is pressed, follow the prompt to
GENERAL OPERATIONS
confirm. Press Yes to delete all logged data, No or the key to return to the log
recall.
Contrast
Option: 0 to 100 %
Press Modify to change the display’s contrast. Use the functional keys to increase or
decrease the value. Press Accept to confirm the value or the key to return to the
Setup menu without saving the new value.
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Time Format
GENERAL OPERATIONS
Option: AM/PM or 24-hour
Press the functional key to select the desired time format.
Date Format
Press Modify to change the date format. Use the functional keys to select the desired
format. Press Accept to confirm or the key to return to the Setup menu without
saving the new format.
Decimal Separator
Option: Comma ( , ) or Period ( . )
Press the functional key to select the desired decimal separator. The decimal separator
is used on the measurement screen.
Language
Press Modify to change the language. Use the functional keys to select the desired
language. Press Accept to choose one of the languages installed.
Beeper
Option: Enable or Disable
When enabled, a short beep is heard every time a key is pressed. A long beep alert
sounds when the pressed key is not active or an error is detected. Press the functional
key to enable or disable the beeper.
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Tutorial
GENERAL OPERATIONS
Meter Information
Press Select to view the model, serial number, firmware version and selected language.
Press the key to return to the Setup menu.
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The instrument will display additional information related to the current screen. To read
GENERAL OPERATIONS
all the available information, scroll the text using the functional keys.
To exit help mode press the or the key and the meter will return to the
previous screen.
To conserve battery, the meter will turn off automatically after 15 minutes of
inactivity. If a zero reading has been done but not a read, auto-off time is increased
to 30 minutes.
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7. PHOTOMETER
PHOTOMETER
The mixing method is indicated with “shake vigorously“ using one of the following
icons:
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PHOTOMETER
Whenever the cuvette is placed into the measurement holder, it must be dry outside
and free of fingerprints, oil or dirt. Wipe it thoroughly with HI731318 microfiber
cleaning cloth or a lint-free wipe prior to insertion.
Shaking the cuvette can generate bubbles in the sample, causing higher readings. To
obtain accurate measurements, remove such bubbles by swirling or by gently tapping
the cuvette.
Do not let the reacted sample stand too long after reagent has been added. For best
accuracy, respect the timings described in the method.
It is possible to take multiple readings in a row, but it is recommended to take a new
zero reading for each sample and to use the same cuvette for zeroing and measurement
when possible.
Discard the sample immediately after the reading has been taken, or the glass might
become permanently stained.
All the reaction times reported in this manual are at 25 °C (77 °F). In general, the
reaction time should be increased for temperatures lower than 20 °C (68 °F), and
decreased for temperatures higher than 25 °C (77 °F).
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8. METHOD PROCEDURE
METHOD PROCEDURE
REQUIRED REAGENTS
Code Description Quantity
HI93714A-0 Cyanide Reagent A 1 spoon
HI93714B-0 Cyanide Reagent B 1 packet
HI93714C-0 Cyanide Reagent C 1 packet
REAGENT SETS
HI93714-01 Cyanide Reagent - 100 tests
HI93714-03 Cyanide Reagent - 300 tests
For other accessories see ACCESSORIES section.
MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
Note: If tutorial mode is disabled, follow the measurement procedure below. If the
tutorial mode is enabled, press Measure and follow the messages on the screen.
• Insert the cuvette into the holder and ensure that the
notch on the cap is positioned securely in the groove.
• Press Zero. The display will show “-0.0-” when the meter is zeroed and ready for
measurement.
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Note: Pay attention to the way the
METHOD PROCEDURE
spoon is filled: do not press the powder;
do not overfill it.
• Press Read. The display will show a 30 second countdown prior to adding
HI93714B-0 Cyanide Reagent B. Leave the cuvette tightly capped and undisturbed.
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• Press Start. The display will show a 25 minute countdown prior to the measurement.
METHOD PROCEDURE
To skip the timer, press Read. When the timer ends the meter will perform the reading.
The instrument displays concentration in mg/L of cyanide (CN-).
Note: Shake vigorously the cuvette 4 or 5 times during the first 20 minutes of the
timer. Accuracy is not affected by undissolved reagent powder.
• Press the key and use the functional keys to select Chemical Form.
• Use the functional keys and press Select to change the displayed chemical formula
to mg/L of potassium cyanide (KCN).
INTERFERENCES
Interference may be caused by:
• large amounts of turbidity that will cause high readings
Oxidizing (such as chlorine) or reducing agents (such as sulfide or sulfur dioxide) are
known to interfere with the measurement. Distillation will remove these.
Samples with high pH values should be adjusted to approximately pH 7 before testing.
CAUTION: Cyanides, their solutions, and hydrogen cyanide liberated by acids, are
very poisonous.
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9. WARNING & ERROR DESCRIPTIONS
The sample and the zero cuvettes are inverted. Swap the
cuvettes and repeat the measurement.
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WARNING & ERROR DESCRIPTIONS
Date and time settings have been lost. Please reset
the values. If the issue persists, please contact Hanna
Instruments technical support.
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10. BATTERY REPLACEMENT
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
To replace the instrument’s batteries, follow these steps:
• Turn the instrument off by pressing and holding the key.
• Remove the battery cover by turning it counterclockwise.
• Remove the old batteries, replace them with three new 1.5V AA batteries.
• Replace the battery cover, turn it clockwise to close.
11. ACCESSORIES
ACCESSORIES
11.1. REAGENT SETS
Code Description
HI93714-01 Cyanide Reagent - 100 tests
HI93714-03 Cyanide Reagent - 300 tests
11.2. OTHER ACCESSORIES
Code Description
HI7101412 blue carrying case for HI977xx and 2 CAL Check cuvettes
HI731318 cloth for wiping cuvettes (4 pcs.)
HI731331 glass cuvette (4 pcs.)
HI731336N cap for glass cuvette (4 pcs.)
HI93703-50 cuvette cleaning solution (230 mL)
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HI97714-11 CAL Check standards for Cyanide - cuvette kit
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CERTIFICATION
CERTIFICATION
Disposal of Electrical & Electronic Equipment. The product should not be treated
as household waste. Instead hand it over to the appropriate collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment which will conserve natural resources.
Disposal of waste batteries. This product contains batteries, do not dispose of them with
other household waste. Hand them over to the appropriate collection point for recycling.
Ensuring proper product and battery disposal prevents potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health. For more information, contact your city, your local
household waste disposal service, the place of purchase or go to www.hannainst.com.
WARRANTY
The HI97714 is warranted for two years against defects in workmanship and materials
when used for its intended purpose and maintained according to instructions. This
warranty is limited to repair or replacement free of charge. Damage due to accidents,
misuse, tampering or lack of prescribed maintenance is not covered. If service is
required, contact your local Hanna Instruments Office. If under warranty, report the
model number, date of purchase, serial number (engraved on the bottom of the meter)
and the nature of the problem. If the repair is not covered by the warranty, you will be
notified of the charges incurred. If the meter is to be returned to Hanna Instruments,
first obtain a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number from the Technical Service
department and then send it with shipping costs prepaid. When shipping any meter,
make sure it is properly packed for complete protection.
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