Ysi 58 User Manual

YSI 58 Dissolved Oxygen Meter Operations Manual

oxygen levels. When data is routinely collected with sample temperatures below 15°C and at DO levels below 20% air saturation, the low signal cur

Figure 2 Unscrew guard Screw guard on Moderately tight Unscrew cap Fill membrane cap with 6-7 drops of KCl solution. Tap cap with finger to r

Fill Membrane Capwith SolutionUnscrew CapRemoveStir PaddleScrew Cap onmoderately tightReplaceStir Paddle Figure 3 CHECKING THE PROBE ZERO The

3. Grasp the probe in your left hand (or right for left-handers). When preparing the YSI 5739 probe, the pressure compensating vent should be

SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.1 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION The probes for use with the YSI 58 are a Clark type voltammetric (polarographic) sensor of d

potential of the Ag/AgCl redox couple at the silver anode). As more and more silver chloride (an insoluble solid and poor conductor of electricit

In the discussion of calibration below instructions for Air Calibration are given for calibrating in the % air saturation mode, while instruction

4.3.2 WINKLER TITRATION An alternative to air calibration is to calibrate the probe to a method such as Winkler Titration as follows: 1. Draw

NOTE: If calibration is performed in the percent air saturation mode, the operator need not calculate for temperature; but will simply set the di

come in contact with the sample include FEP Teflon, acrylic plastic, ABS plastic, EPR rubber, stainless steel, epoxy and the polyurethane cable c

compensate automatically for changes in membrane permeability caused by variations in temperature. However, the thermal response of this sensor i

SECTION 5 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 5.1 THE METER CASE Each opening of the case is gasketed to resist entry of water. When the case has been opene

readings or evidence of membrane damage occurs, you should replace the membrane cap and the probe solution. 3. If the membrane is coated with o

It is normal for a dark layer of silver chloride to cover the silver anode. After prolonged use it may become necessary to clean the anode. Soak

SECTION 6 DISCUSSION OF MEASUREMENT ERRORS There are three basic types of dissolved oxygen errors. Type 1 errors are related to limitations of ins

SECTION 7 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Action Ref Low battery voltage Replace batteries 2.3 Batteries installed wrong Check bat

Symptom Possible Cause Action Ref Check power supply Manually turn the stir paddle to help start the motor 3.1.2 Motor not working on the

SECTION 8 WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION YSI 58 Dissolved Oxygen Meters are warranted for two years from date of purchase by the end user again

AUTHORIZED U.S. SERVICE CENTERS For information on the nearest authorized service center contact: YSI Technical Support • 1725 Brannum Lane • Ye

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CONTENTS SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION ...

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Before they can be serviced, equipment exposed to biological, radioactive, or toxic materials must be cleaned and disi

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APPENDIX A GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS YSI 58 SPECIFICATIONS Power: 4 D-size Alkaline Batteries (included) Approximately 1000 hours operation from

PROBE SPECIFICATIONS (YSI 5739, 5905, 5239, 5718 AND 5750 PROBES) Cathode: Gold Anode: Silver Membrane: .001” FEP Teflon .0005” FEP Teflon av

APPENDIX B REQUIRED NOTICE The Federal Communications Commission defines this product as a computing device and requires the following notice: Th

APPENDIX C ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS The following parts and accessories are available from YSI or any Franchise Dealer authorized by YSI.

APPENDIX D UNIT CONVERSION CHART To Convert From To Equation Feet Meters Multiply by 0.3048 Meters Feet Multiply by 3.2808399 Degrees Ce

APPENDIX E OXYGEN SOLUBILITY TABLE Solubility of Oxygen in mg/l in Water Exposed to Water-Saturated Air at 760 mm Hg Pressure. Salinity = Measur

Oxygen Solubility Table Appendix E Temp oC Chlorinity:0 Salinity:0 5.0 ppt 9.0 ppt 10.0 ppt 18.1 ppt 15.0 ppt 27.1 ppt 20.0 ppt 36.1

APPENDIX F CALIBRATION VALUES TABLE Calibration values for various atmospheric pressures and altitudes. Note: This table is for your information

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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION The YSI 58 Dissolved Oxygen Meter is intended for field or laboratory use for dissolved oxygen and temperature measurement

SECTION 2 PREPARING THE METER 2.1 UNPACKING When you unpack your new YSI 58 Dissolved Oxygen and Temperature System for the first time, compar

SECTION 3 PREPARING THE PROBE 3.1 CHOOSING THE CORRECT PROBE Five different YSI oxygen probes may be used with the YSI 58 Meter. ¾ YSI 523

The 5905 probe is designed for use with all YSI dissolved oxygen meters, except for the YSI 55, 85 or YSI 95. The 5905 probe comes in several ver

Four D-size carbon-zinc batteries that are housed in the lower battery compartment of the YSI 58 power the stirrer. When the stirrer will not be