88488008EN Manual 848 Titrino Plus PDF

848 Titrino plus
Manual
8.848.8008EN / 2015-01-19
Metrohm AG
CH-9100 Herisau
Switzerland
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848 Titrino plus
Manual
8.848.8008EN / 2015-01-19 jb/ebe

Technische Dokumentation
Metrohm AG
CH-9100 Herisau
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Table of contents
Table of contents
1 Introduction 1
1.1 Instrument description ......................................................... 1
1.1.1 Titration and measuring modes ................................................ 1
1.1.2 Connectors .............................................................................. 2
1.1.3 Intended use ........................................................................... 2
1.2 About the documentation ................................................... 2
1.2.1 Symbols and conventions ........................................................ 3
1.3 Safety instructions ................................................................ 4
1.3.1 General notes on safety ........................................................... 4
1.3.2 Electrical safety ........................................................................ 4
1.3.3 Tubing and capillary connections ............................................. 5
1.3.4 Flammable solvents and chemicals ........................................... 5
1.3.5 Recycling and disposal ............................................................. 5
2 Overview of the instrument 7

3 Installation 9
3.1 Setting up the instrument .................................................... 9
3.1.1 Packaging ................................................................................ 9
3.1.2 Checks .................................................................................... 9
3.1.3 Location .................................................................................. 9
3.2 Connecting a sensor ............................................................. 9
3.3 Connecting a stirrer ............................................................ 11
3.4 Connecting a balance ......................................................... 12
3.5 Connecting a keyboard, printer and other USB devi-
ces ........................................................................................ 12
3.6 Connecting instruments to the remote connector .......... 15
3.7 Attaching the exchange unit ............................................. 16
4 Titrations 17
4.1 Dynamic equivalence point titration (DET) ....................... 17
4.2 Monotonic equivalence point titration (MET) .................. 17
4.3 Endpoint titration (SET) ..................................................... 18
5 Operation 19
5.1 Switching the instrument on and off ............................... 19
5.2 Fundamentals of operation ............................................... 20
5.2.1 The keypad ............................................................................ 20
5.2.2 Structure of the dialog windows ............................................ 21
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5.2.3 Navigating in the dialog ......................................................... 21

5.2.4 Entering text and numbers ..................................................... 22
5.2.5 Selecting from a selection list ................................................. 23
5.3 Formula editor .................................................................... 23
5.4 Methods .............................................................................. 25
5.4.1 Creating a new method ......................................................... 25
5.4.2 Saving a method ................................................................... 26
5.4.3 Loading a method ................................................................. 27
5.4.4 Exporting a method ............................................................... 28
5.5 Control ................................................................................. 29
5.6 Sample data ........................................................................ 30
5.6.1 Entering sample data in the main dialog ................................ 30
5.6.2 Requesting sample data at the start of the determination ...... 31
5.7 Sample table ....................................................................... 32
5.7.1 General ................................................................................. 32
5.7.2 Editing the sample data ......................................................... 33
5.7.3 Sending the sample size from a balance ................................. 35
5.8 Carrying out a determination ............................................ 35
5.9 Live modifications .............................................................. 37
5.9.1 Editing the sample data of the running determination ............ 37
5.9.2 Editing the sample table while a determination is running ...... 38
5.9.3 Editing the live parameters ..................................................... 39
5.10 Results ................................................................................. 40
5.11 Statistics .............................................................................. 41
5.12 Printing a report manually ................................................. 43
5.13 Manual control ................................................................... 44
5.13.1 Dosing ................................................................................... 45
5.13.2 Measuring ............................................................................. 49
5.13.3 Stirring .................................................................................. 50
6 System settings 52
6.1 Basic settings ...................................................................... 52
6.2 Managing sensors .............................................................. 56
6.2.1 General ................................................................................. 56
6.2.2 Editing the sensor data .......................................................... 56
6.3 Managing solutions ............................................................ 58
6.3.1 General ................................................................................. 58
6.3.2 Editing the solution data ........................................................ 58
6.4 Managing common variables ............................................ 60
6.4.1 General ................................................................................. 60
6.4.2 Editing common variables ...................................................... 61
6.5 File management ................................................................ 62
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6.6 Configuring external devices ............................................. 63

6.7 Instrument diagnosis .......................................................... 66
6.7.1 Loading program versions and language files ......................... 66
6.7.2 Diagnosis functions ............................................................... 67
7 Parameters 68
7.1 Dynamic equivalence point titrations (DET) ..................... 68
7.1.1 Start conditions ..................................................................... 68
7.1.2 Titration parameters .............................................................. 69
7.1.3 Stop conditions ..................................................................... 75
7.1.4 Evaluation ............................................................................. 76
7.1.5 Calculation ............................................................................ 79
7.1.6 Statistics ................................................................................ 81
7.1.7 Reports .................................................................................. 81
7.2 Monotonic equivalence point titrations (MET) ................ 83
7.2.2 Titration parameters .............................................................. 84
7.2.3 Stop conditions ..................................................................... 89
7.2.4 Evaluation ............................................................................. 90
7.2.5 Calculation ............................................................................ 93
7.2.6 Statistics ................................................................................ 95
7.2.7 Reports .................................................................................. 95
7.3 Endpoint titrations (SET) .................................................... 97
7.3.1 Conditioning ......................................................................... 97
7.3.3 Titration parameters ............................................................ 100
7.3.4 Control parameters EP1 ....................................................... 102
7.3.5 Control parameters EP2 ....................................................... 105
7.3.6 Stop conditions ................................................................... 105
7.3.7 Calculation .......................................................................... 106
7.3.8 Statistics .............................................................................. 108
7.3.9 Reports ................................................................................ 108
7.4 pH calibration (CAL) ......................................................... 110
7.4.1 Calibration parameters ........................................................ 110
7.4.2 Buffers ................................................................................. 112
7.4.3 Reports ................................................................................ 113
8 Operation and maintenance 114

8.1 Quality management and qualification with Metrohm 114
9 Troubleshooting 115
9.1 SET titration ...................................................................... 115
9.2 Miscellaneous ................................................................... 116
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10 Appendix 117
10.1 Exchange unit ................................................................... 117
10.1.1 Maximum dosing and filling rate .......................................... 117
10.1.2 Parameters for the preparing (PREP) ..................................... 117
10.2 Stirring rate ....................................................................... 118
10.3 Balance .............................................................................. 118
10.4 USB devices ....................................................................... 119
10.4.1 6.2147.000 numerical USB keypad ...................................... 119
10.4.2 Key assignment of a USB keyboard ...................................... 120
10.4.3 PC mouse ............................................................................ 120
10.4.4 Printer ................................................................................. 121
10.5 System initialization ......................................................... 121
10.6 Remote interface .............................................................. 122
10.6.1 Pin assignment of the remote interface ................................ 122
10.6.2 Status diagram of the remote interface ................................ 124
10.7 Remote control via an RS-232 connection ..................... 125
10.7.1 Commands and variables ..................................................... 126
10.8 Arithmetic algorithms in the 848 Titrino plus ............... 127
11 Technical specifications 130

11.1 Measuring inputs .............................................................. 130
11.1.1 Potentiometry ...................................................................... 130
11.1.2 Polarizer .............................................................................. 130
11.1.3 Temperature ........................................................................ 131
11.2 Dosing drive ...................................................................... 132
11.3 Interfaces .......................................................................... 132
11.4 Power connection ............................................................ 132
11.5 Safety specifications ........................................................ 132
11.6 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) ............................. 133
11.7 Ambient temperature ...................................................... 133
11.8 Reference conditions ........................................................ 134
11.9 Dimensions ........................................................................ 134
12 Accessories 135
Index 137
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Table of figures
Figure 1 Front 848 Titrino plus ........................................................................ 7
Figure 2 Rear 848 Titrino plus ......................................................................... 8
Figure 3 Connecting pH or redox electrodes ................................................... 9
Figure 4 Connecting a reference electrode .................................................... 10
Figure 5 Connecting a temperature sensor .................................................... 10
Figure 6 Connecting a polarizable electrode .................................................. 11
Figure 7 Connecting a stirrer ......................................................................... 11
Figure 8 Connecting a balance ...................................................................... 12
Figure 9 Connecting USB devices .................................................................. 13
Figure 10 Connecting the USB stick ................................................................ 14
Figure 11 Connecting the 6.2147.000 USB keyboard with USB stick and
printer ............................................................................................. 14
Figure 12 Connecting the USB hub with USB stick, printer and the 6.2148.030
RS-232/USB Box (for connecting balances). ...................................... 15
Figure 13 Connecting a remote cable ............................................................. 15
Figure 14 Attaching the exchange unit ........................................................... 16
Figure 15 Reagent dosing for DET ................................................................... 17
Figure 16 Reagent dosing for MET .................................................................. 17
Figure 17 Reagent dosing for SET ................................................................... 18
Figure 18 Keypad 848 Titrino plus ................................................................... 20
Figure 19 Directory structure on the USB flash drive ........................................ 62
Figure 20 Tubbs method for determining the equivalence point ...................... 79
Figure 21 Rotational speed depending on stirring rate .................................. 118
Figure 22 Pin assignment of remote socket and remote plug ........................ 122
Figure 23 Remote status diagram DET/MET ................................................... 124
Figure 24 Remote status diagram SET ........................................................... 124
Figure 25 Remote status diagram CAL .......................................................... 125
Figure 26 Connecting the RS-232/USB Box to the PC .................................... 125
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1 Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Instrument description

The 848 Titrino plus is a titrator for volumetric titrations for universal appli-
cations. Methods can be created and saved under a new name. The meth-
ods can be exported to a connected USB flash drive. This function allows
you to copy methods quickly and easily from one device to another. The
remote connector makes it possible to integrate the device into a
Metrohm automation system.
1.1.1 Titration and measuring modes

The following titration and measuring modes are supported:
DET
Dynamic equivalence point titration. The reagent is added in variable
volume steps.
Measuring modes:
pH (pH measurement)
U (potentiometric voltage measurement)
Ipol (voltametric measurement with selectable polarization cur-
rent)
Upol (amperometric measurement with selectable polarization
voltage)
MET
Monotonic equivalence point titration. The reagent is added in con-
stant volume steps.
Measuring modes:
pH (pH measurement)
rent)
voltage)
SET
Endpoint titration at one or two specified endpoints.
Measuring modes:
pH (pH measurement)
rent)
voltage)
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CAL
Electrode calibration.
Measuring mode:
pH (calibration of pH electrodes)
1.1.2 Connectors
The instrument is equipped with the following connectors:
MSB connector (Metrohm Serial Bus)
For connecting a stirrer.
USB (OTG) connector
The 6.2151.100 adapter can be used to connect, for example, a
printer, a USB flash drive or a USB keyboard.
Sensor connectors
Four connectors for the following sensor types:
pH or redox electrodes
Reference electrodes
Polarizable electrodes
Temperature sensors (Pt1000 or NTC)
Remote connector
For connecting a Dosimat or sample changer. The Dosimat enables
automatic addition of an auxiliary solution.
1.1.3 Intended use

The 848 Titrino plus is designed for usage as a titrator in analytical labora-
tories. Its main application field is volumetric titration.
This instrument is suitable for processing chemicals and flammable sam-
ples. Therefore, the use of the 848 Titrino plus requires the user to have
basic knowledge and experience in handling toxic and caustic substances.
Knowledge with respect to the application of the fire prevention measures
prescribed for laboratories is also mandatory.
1.2 About the documentation
CAUTION
Please read through this documentation carefully before putting the

instrument into operation. The documentation contains information
and warnings which the user must follow in order to ensure safe opera-
tion of the instrument.
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1.2.1 Symbols and conventions

The following symbols and formatting may appear in this documentation:
Cross-reference to figure legend

The first number refers to the figure number, the sec-
ond to the instrument part in the figure.
Instruction step
Carry out these steps in the sequence shown.
Method Dialog text, parameter in the software
File New Menu or menu item
[Next] Button or key
WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible life-threat-
ening hazard or risk of injury.
WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible hazard due
to electrical current.
WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible hazard due
to heat or hot instrument parts.
WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible biological
hazard.
CAUTION
This symbol draws attention to possible damage to
instruments or instrument parts.
NOTE
This symbol highlights additional information and
tips.
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1.3 Safety instructions

1.3.1 General notes on safety
WARNING
This instrument may only be operated in accordance with the specifica-

tions in this documentation.
This instrument has left the factory in a flawless state in terms of technical
safety. To maintain this state and ensure non-hazardous operation of the
instrument, the following instructions must be observed carefully.
1.3.2 Electrical safety

The electrical safety when working with the instrument is ensured as part
of the international standard IEC 61010.
WARNING
Only personnel qualified by Metrohm are authorized to carry out service

work on electronic components.
WARNING
Never open the housing of the instrument. The instrument could be

damaged by this. There is also a risk of serious injury if live components
are touched.
There are no parts inside the housing which can be serviced or replaced
by the user.
Mains voltage
WARNING
An incorrect mains voltage can damage the instrument.

Only operate this instrument with a mains voltage specified for it (see
rear panel of the instrument).
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Protection against electrostatic charges
WARNING
Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic charges and can be

destroyed by discharges.
Do not fail to pull the mains cable out of the mains connection socket
before you set up or disconnect electrical plug connections at the rear
of the instrument.
1.3.3 Tubing and capillary connections
CAUTION
Leaks in tubing and capillary connections are a safety risk. Tighten all
connections well by hand. Avoid applying excessive force to tubing
connections. Damaged tubing ends lead to leakage. Appropriate tools
can be used to loosen connections.
Check the connections regularly for leakage. If the instrument is used
mainly in unattended operation, then weekly inspections are manda-
tory.
1.3.4 Flammable solvents and chemicals
WARNING
All relevant safety measures are to be observed when working with

flammable solvents and chemicals.
Set up the instrument in a well-ventilated location (e.g. fume cup-
board).
Keep all sources of flame far from the workplace.
Clean up spilled liquids and solids immediately.
Follow the safety instructions of the chemical manufacturer.
1.3.5 Recycling and disposal

This product is covered by European Directive 2002/96/EC, WEEE Waste
from Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
The correct disposal of your old equipment will help to prevent negative
effects on the environment and public health.
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More details about the disposal of your old equipment can be obtained
from your local authorities, from waste disposal companies or from your
local dealer.
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2 Overview of the instrument
2 Overview of the instrument
1
2
3
Figure 1 Front 848 Titrino plus
1 Piston rod 2 Contact pins

Of the dosing drive. For the data chip.
3 Coupling 4 Display
For switching the flat stopcock.
5 Keypad
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5
2
6
3
7
4 8
Figure 2 Rear 848 Titrino plus
1 Electrode connector (Ind.) 2 Type plate

For connecting pH or redox electrodes with Contains specifications concerning mains
integrated or separate reference electrode. voltage and serial number.
Socket F.
3 Electrode connector (Ref.) 4 Mains connection socket

For connecting reference electrodes. Socket
B, 4 mm.
5 USB (OTG) connector 6 MSB connector

For connecting printers, USB sticks, USB Metrohm Serial Bus.
hubs, etc. For connecting a stirrer. Mini DIN, 9-pin.
7 Temperature sensor connector (Temp.) 8 Remote connector

For connecting temperature sensors of the For connecting instruments with a remote
Pt1000 or NTC types. Two B sockets, 2 mm. interface. D-Sub, 9-pin.
9 Electrode connector (Pol.)

For connecting polarizable electrodes, e.g.
double Pt electrodes. Socket F.
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3 Installation
3 Installation
3.1 Setting up the instrument

3.1.1 Packaging
The instrument is supplied in highly protective special packaging together
with the separately packed accessories. Keep this packaging, as only this
ensures safe transportation of the instrument.
3.1.2 Checks
Immediately after receipt, check whether the shipment has arrived com-
plete and without damage by comparing it with the delivery note.
3.1.3 Location
The instrument has been developed for operation indoors and may not be
used in explosive environments.
Place the instrument in a location of the laboratory which is suitable for
operation, free of vibrations, protected from corrosive atmosphere, and
contamination by chemicals.
The instrument should be protected against excessive temperature fluctu-
ations and direct sunlight.
3.2 Connecting a sensor

Connecting pH or redox electrodes
Figure 3 Connecting pH or redox electrodes
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3.2 Connecting a sensor
NOTE
The electrode cable is protected against accidental disconnection of the

cable by means of a pull-out protection feature. If you wish to remove
the plug, then you must first retract the outer plug sleeve.
Connecting a reference electrode
Figure 4 Connecting a reference electrode
Connecting a temperature sensor or an electrode with inte-

grated temperature sensor
Temperature sensors of the Pt1000 or NTC type can be connected to the
Temp. connector.
Figure 5 Connecting a temperature sensor
NOTE
The red plug must always be plugged into the red socket at the temper-
ature sensor for the purpose of shielding against disruptions.
If you use an electrode with an integrated NTC probe, then you must
plug the red plug into the red socket.
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Connecting a polarizable electrode
Figure 6 Connecting a polarizable electrode
NOTE
The electrode cable is protected against accidental disconnection of the

cable by means of a pull-out protection feature. If you wish to remove
the plug, then you must first retract the outer plug sleeve.
3.3 Connecting a stirrer

You can connect the following stirrers:
801 Stirrer
803 Ti Stand
804 Ti Stand (requires rod stirrer)
Figure 7 Connecting a stirrer
CAUTION
Make sure that the flat side of the plug matches the marking on the
socket.
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3.4 Connecting a balance
3.4 Connecting a balance

Balances are equipped with a serial RS-232 interface as a rule. To connect
a balance, you require a 6.2148.030 RS-232/USB Box.
Figure 8 Connecting a balance

When a 6.2151.020 USB cable is used, then the 6.2148.030 RS-232/USB
Box can be connected to the 848 Titrino plus by means of a USB hub or a
6.2151.100 adapter (see Chapter 3.5, page 12).
Connect the 9-pin plug of the respective balance connecting cable to the
RS 232/1 connector. Consult the user manual of the balance in order to
select the correct connecting cable.
The parameters for the RS-232 interface on the instrument must match
those on the balance (see "Editing the COM1 settings", page 64). Addi-
tionally consult the user manual of the balance.
3.5 Connecting a keyboard, printer and other USB devi-

ces
The 848 Titrino plus has a USB (OTG) connector. Use the provided
6.2151.100 adapter USB MINI (OTG) - USB A for connecting USB devices
as e.g. printers, keyboards or USB sticks, see the following figure.
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6.2151.100
Figure 9 Connecting USB devices
CAUTION
Switch the instrument off before connecting or disconnecting a USB

device or a USB stick.
The 848 Titrino plus can only recognize the device immediately after
switching on.
The following devices can be operated directly on the USB connector

with the 6.2151.100 adapter:
USB sticks (for the backup or storing of methods)
6.2147.000 numerical USB keypad
6.2148.030 RS-232/USB Box (for connecting balances or for the
RS-232 remote control)
USB hub (with or without an own power supply)
The 6.2147.000 numerical USB keypad serves for comfortable numer-
ical input and for navigating in the dialog. In addition, it provides two USB
connectors. Connect additional USB devices to the keypad.
NOTE
Most of the USB devices need a so-called hub in order to work cor-
rectly.
A USB hub is a distributor to which several USB devices can be con-
nected. USB hubs are available in specialty stores in a number of differ-
ent models.
The USB (OTG) connector of the 848 Titrino plus has no such hub. The
6.2147.000 numerical USB keypad has a USB hub and two USB con-
nectors.
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3.5 Connecting a keyboard, printer and other USB devices
The following devices can only be connected to a 6.2147.000

numerical keypad or to a USB hub:
Printer (with USB connector, use the 6.2151.020 connecting cable)
Barcode reader (with USB cable)
Mouse (PC mouse with USB cable, for navigating in the dialog)
The following devices can only be connected to a USB hub:
PC keyboard (with USB cable, for the comfortable input of letters and
numbers)
Keypad with numerical keypad (with USB cable)
If you wish to connect several different instruments without own
power supply, then you must possibly use a USB hub with own power
supply (self powered). The USB (OTG) connector of the 848 Titrino plus is
not designed for supplying power to several devices with elevated electric-
ity requirements.
Also observe the instructions in chapter 10.4, page 119.
Examples:
USB MINI (OTG)-USB

USB stick
6.2151.100
Figure 10 Connecting the USB stick

USB stick
USB MINI (OTG)-USB

Printer
6.2151.100 Keypad
6.2147.000
Figure 11 Connecting the 6.2147.000 USB keyboard with USB stick and
printer
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USB MINI (OTG)-USB RS-232/USB Box

USB-Hub
6.2151.100
6.2148.030
USB stick
Printer
Figure 12 Connecting the USB hub with USB stick, printer and the
6.2148.030 RS-232/USB Box (for connecting balances).
3.6 Connecting instruments to the remote connector

The 848 Titrino plus can be integrated in an automation system with the
aid of a remote cable.
Figure 13 Connecting a remote cable

A variety of different connecting cables are available for connecting
Metrohm instruments (e.g. sample changers) (see Optional Accessories
chapter).
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3.7 Attaching the exchange unit
3.7 Attaching the exchange unit
Figure 14 Attaching the exchange unit

To attach the exchange unit, proceed as follows:
1 Slide the exchange unit from the front onto the 848 Titrino plus and
push all the way to the rear.
It must snap in audibly.
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4 Titrations
4 Titrations
4.1 Dynamic equivalence point titration (DET)

Dynamic equivalence point titration is a titration mode for all standard
titrations. The reagent is added in variable volume steps. The volume steps
vary as a function of the slope of the curve. An attempt is made to reach
constant measured value changes with each dosing. The optimal volume
for dosing is determined from the measured value changes of the previous
dosings. Measured value acceptance is drift-controlled (equilibrium titra-
tion) or after a waiting time. Equivalence points are evaluated automati-
cally.
U/mV
V/mL
Figure 15 Reagent dosing for DET
4.2 Monotonic equivalence point titration (MET)

Monotonic equivalence point titration is a titration mode for titrations
with relatively high signal fluctuations or suddenly occurring potential
jumps and for slow titrations or slow-response electrodes. The reagent is
added in constant volume steps. Measured value acceptance is drift-con-
trolled (equilibrium titration) or after a waiting time. Equivalence points are
evaluated automatically.
U/mV
V/mL
Figure 16 Reagent dosing for MET
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4.3 Endpoint titration (SET)
4.3 Endpoint titration (SET)

Endpoint titration is a titration mode for rapid routine determinations to a
preset endpoint (e.g. titrations in accordance with special standards) and
titrations for which reagent overflow must be avoided. The titration termi-
nation at the endpoint takes place either drift-controlled or after a waiting
time. The volume dosed until the endpoint is used for calculating the con-
tent of the sample.
U/mV
EP
Control range
V/mL
t/s
Initial Continuous V/mL

dosing dosing
Figure 17 Reagent dosing for SET
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5 Operation
5.1 Switching the instrument on and off

Switching on the instrument
Proceed as follows:
1 Press the red [STOP] key.

The instrument is initialized and a system test performed. This pro-
cess takes some time.
If a buret unit has been attached, then a request appears to carry
out the PREP function:
All tubings and the cylinder are rinsed with the PREP (Preparing)
function. The preparing of the buret unit is described in chapter
"Preparing the buret unit (PREP)", page 45.
Confirm the message with [OK].
The display of this message can be deactivated in the system set-
tings (see "PREP warning", page 54).
The main dialog is displayed:
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5.2 Fundamentals of operation
Switching off the instrument
The instrument is switched off with the [STOP] key. The fact that the key
needs to be pressed down for an extended time prevents accidental
switch off.
Proceed as follows:
1 Keep the red [STOP] key pressed down for at least 3 s.

A progress bar is displayed. If the key is released during this time,
then the instrument will not be switched off.

5.2.1 The keypad
Figure 18 Keypad 848 Titrino plus

BACK Apply the input and exit the dialog.
Move the selection bar either up or down by one
line at a time. Select the character to be entered
in the text editor.
Select the character to be entered in the text and
number editor. Select the individual functions in
the function bar.
OK Confirm the selection.
STOP Stop an ongoing method run or a manual func-
tion. Switch the instrument on or off.
START Start a method run or a manual function.
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5 Operation
5.2.2 Structure of the dialog windows
The current dialog title is displayed on the left-hand side of the title bar.
The current status of the system is displayed in the upper right-hand cor-
ner:
ready The instrument is in normal status.
cond.busy The working medium is being conditioned.
cond.ok The working medium is conditioned.
busy A method has been started.
hold A method has been paused.
Some dialogs have a so-called function bar on the bottom line. The func-
tions contained therein can be selected with the arrow keys [] or []
and executed with [OK].
5.2.3 Navigating in the dialog

The selection bar is displayed in inverted style. Use the arrow keys [] and
[] to move the selection bar upward or downward one line at a time. If
a dialog text is marked with "", then additional settings are available in
a subordinate dialog. Use [OK] to access this dialog.
Example: System settings
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Use the [BACK] key to return to the next higher level.
5.2.4 Entering text and numbers
In the editing dialog for text input or numerical input, select the individual
characters with the arrow keys. Use [OK] to apply the character in the
input field. The following functions are available:
Editing function Description

Accept The modification is applied and the editing dialog
is exited.
Cancel The editing dialog is exited without applying the
modification.
Clear The content of the input field is deleted com-
pletely.
The character left of the cursor is deleted (back-
space).
Text editor only
The cursor within the input field is shifted to the
left by one character each time that [OK] is
pressed.
Text editor only
The cursor within the input field is shifted to the
right by one character each time that [OK] is
pressed.
[BACK] The modification is applied and the editing dialog
is exited.
The [BACK] key has the same function as Accept.

A commercially available USB keyboard can be connected to make it eas-
ier to enter text and numbers. The assignment of the keys on the PC key-
board is described in chapter 10.4.2, page 120.
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5 Operation
5.2.5 Selecting from a selection list
In a selection list, select the individual entries with the arrow keys [] and
[]. Accept the selection with [OK] or [BACK].
5.3 Formula editor

The formulas for the calculations are entered with the formula editor. The
formula editor is equipped with an automatic syntax check. This is trig-
gered as soon as a formula is applied. The generally valid rules of priority
apply for the calculation operations.
Variable Description
C00 Sample size
EP# Volume of endpoint EP# (# = 19)
CI# Sample identification (# = 12)
R# Result (# = 15)
FP# Volume of fixed endpoint FP# (# = 19)
CV0# Common variable (# = 15)
SMN# Mean value of result R# (# = 15)
TITER Titer of selected solution
CONC Concentration of selected solution
Var List of additional variables (see "Variables", page 24)
Templates List of predefined calculation formulas (see "Calculation
templates", page 24)
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"#" stands for a sequential number that you must enter manually. Exam-
ple: if you apply the variable EP# in the formula, only EP is entered. You
will still need to enter the number yourself.
The meanings of the editing functions are explained in chapter 5.2.4,
page 22.
Variables
Pressing Var displays a list with additional variables. You can enter these
variables either directly into the formula or also by selecting them from the
list and applying them with [OK].
Variable Description
MIM Initial measured value, i.e. measured value prior to the
processing of the start conditions
MSM Start measured value, i.e. measured value after the pro-
cessing of the start conditions
MCV End volume, i.e. total dosed volume at the end of the
titration
ET# Temperature at endpoint EP# (# = 19)
EM# Measured value of endpoint EP# (# = 19)
ED# Time at endpoint EP# (# = 19)
MSV Start volume
MEN Electrode zero point pH(0)
MSL Electrode slope
DD Duration of the entire determination
MST Start temperature
MCT End temperature
FT# Temperature at fixed endpoint FP# (# = 19)
FM# Measured value of fixed endpoint FP# (# = 19)
FD# Time at fixed endpoint FP# (# = 19)
For Molw, see the following section.
Calculation templates
Pressing Templates displays a list with calculation templates. You can
apply these templates directly with [OK].
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NOTE
Some templates contain the wildcard Molw, which stands for the
molar mass of the sample. You must replace this wildcard with the cor-
rect value in the calculation formula.
The templates available:
Template Description
Content % Content in %
Unit of the sample size = g
Content mmol/L Content in mmol/L
Unit of the sample size = mL
Content mol/L Content in mol/L
Content g/L Content in g/L
Content ppm Content in ppm
Titer Titer calculation
Blank mean value Blank value as mean value of single results
Blank single value Blank value as single value
5.4 Methods
5.4.1 Creating a new method
Proceed as follows to create a new method:
1 Open the method table

In the main dialog, select Method and press [OK].
The method table opens:
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2 Select a titration and measuring mode

In the function bar, select New and press [OK].
Select Mode and press [OK].

Select the desired titration mode in the selection list and apply
with [OK].
Select Measured quantity and press [OK].
Select the desired measuring mode in the selection list and apply
with [OK].
Press [BACK].
The method is now loaded and is displayed in the main dialog under
Method.
If a new method has been created, then the individual parameters can be
modified under Menu Parameters.
5.4.2 Saving a method

If you modify method parameters, then you can save these as your own
method. A maximum of 100 methods can be saved.
To save a method, proceed as follows:
1 Opening the method table

The method table opens:
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2 Modifying/applying the method name

In the function bar, select Store and press [OK].
A method name will be suggested for new methods. If the
method has already been saved once, then the method name will
be displayed:
Applying the name:

Press [BACK].
The method will be saved and the method table is displayed.
Entering a new name:
Press [OK].
The text editor opens.
Enter a method name (max. 12 characters) and apply with
Accept or [BACK].
Press [BACK].
The method will be saved and the method table is displayed.
5.4.3 Loading a method

To load a method, proceed as follows:
1 Open the method table

The method table with the stored methods opens:
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2 Select a method
Select the desired method.
3 Load the method

In the function bar, select Load and press [OK].
The method is now loaded and is displayed in the main dialog under
Method.
5.4.4 Exporting a method

The methods can be exported to a connected USB flash drive.
NOTE
This function is possible only if a USB flash drive is connected as an

external storage medium.
To export a method, proceed as follows:
1 Opening the method table

The method table with the stored methods opens:
2 Selecting the method

Select the desired method.
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3 Exporting the method

In the function bar, select Export and press [OK].
The method is being exported. The directory structure on the USB
flash drive is listed in chapter 6.5, page 62.
5.5 Control
Menu Control
In the dialog Control, the settings for the execution of a single determi-
nation or of one sample series are defined.
Sample table
If this parameter is activated, the sample data for a sample series can be
entered in a table (see Chapter 5.7, page 32).
Selection on | off
Default value off
Autostart
If this parameter is activated, a new determination is started automatically
at the end of a determination. This continues until the number specified
has been reached (see Number of autostarts).
Selection on | off
Default value off
Number of autostarts
This parameter is visible only when Autostart = on.
Number of automatic starts.
Input range 1 - 50
Selection table
Default value table
table
The number of automatic starts corresponds to the number of samples
in the sample table.
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NOTE
It may be necessary to reset the autostart counter manually before the

quantity defined above has been reached. Proceed as follows:
Deactivate autostart.
Exit the Control dialog.
Activate autostart again.
5.6 Sample data

You can enter the sample data (identification, sample size, etc.) in a vari-
ety of ways:
Directly in the main dialog.
Using the sample table. This is particularly useful with sample series.
The sample table is a table in which the sample data for up to 99 sam-
ples can be entered (see Chapter 5.7, page 32).
Automatic request immediately after the start of the determination (see
Chapter 5.6.2, page 31).
You can also send the sample size and the unit from a connected balance
in any case. With some balances, the sample identification and method
can be also sent (see Chapter 10.3, page 118).
5.6.1 Entering sample data in the main dialog

For a sample, you can enter the sample data directly in the main dialog,
even while the determination is running (see Chapter 5.9, page 37).
ID1
Sample identification. The sample identification can be used in calculations
as the variable CI1.
Entry max. 10 characters
Default value empty
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ID2
Default value empty
Sample size
Sample size. The value of the sample size can be used in calculations as
the variable C00.
Input range 999999999 - 9999999999
Default value 1.0
Unit
Unit of the sample size.
Selection g | mg | g | mL | L | pieces | User-defined
Default value g
User-defined
A user-defined unit can be created. This will be added to the selection
list. The previous entry will be overwritten as soon as the new unit has
been defined.
5.6.2 Requesting sample data at the start of the determination

The sample data can be requested immediately after the start of the deter-
mination in order to ensure that the sample data entry is not forgotten.
This automatic request is indispensable when you reweigh your samples.
The corresponding parameters must be activated under Start conditions

for this purpose. If the parameter Hold at request is activated, then the
run will be paused and must be continued with [START] after the input
of the sample data. If Hold at request is deactivated, then the titration
will be started in the background. This dialog will be displayed until the
entering of the sample data is confirmed with [START], even if the the
titration is already completed. This ensures that the sample data is avail-
able for calculations.
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5.7 Sample table

5.7.1 General
The sample table is a table in which the sample data for up to 99 samples
can be entered. The sample data can also be entered while a determina-
tion is running (see Chapter 5.9.2, page 38).
Activating the sample table
Proceed as follows to activate the sample table (parameter Sample table

= on).
1 Opening the main menu

In the main dialog, select Menu and press [OK].
2 Opening the control dialog

Select the menu item Control and press [OK].
3 Activating the sample table

Select Sample table and press [OK].
Select the entry on in the selection list and apply with [OK].
Press [BACK].
The menu item Sample table is displayed in the main menu:
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The sample table contains numbered lines. The identification (ID1) and
the sample size of each sample are displayed.
Edit
Edit the data of the selected line, see following chapter.
Delete
Delete the selected line from the sample table.
Insert
Insert a new line above the line selected.
New
Delete the sample table completely. This function is visible only if the
instrument is in ready status.
5.7.2 Editing the sample data
You will see at the very bottom the line number of the selected line and
the line number of the last line containing data. In this example, the first
line is opened and the sample table contains four lines.
One can scroll between the individual data sets with the keys [] and [].
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Inserting a new line

If you find yourself on the last line (i.e. Line 4 of 4 in the above example),
you can add a new line to the sample table by pressing [] again. The
sample data of the previous sample will be applied thereby.
Method
Method used for processing the sample.
Selection Selection of stored methods | empty
Default value empty
empty
The currently loaded method is used.
ID1
Default value empty
ID2
Default value empty
Sample size
Sample size. The value of the sample size can be used in calculations as
the variable C00.
Input range 999999999 - 9999999999
Default value 1.0
Unit
Unit of the sample size.
Selection g | mg | g | mL | L | pieces | User-defined
Default value g
User-defined
been defined.
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5.7.3 Sending the sample size from a balance
If the sample size is sent directly from the balance, then it will always be
entered in a new line at the end of the sample table. It does not matter
which line is selected or whether the sample table is even opened. In the
above example, the sample size is entered in line 5.
NOTE
If you would like to enter the sample size in a particular line, then you
must open the corresponding editing dialog (i.e. the Sample data dia-
log is displayed).
If the editing dialog for the sample size is opened, then the sent value
will be ignored.
5.8 Carrying out a determination

The sample size can be entered in the following ways when a determina-
tion is carried out:
Enter manually on the instrument.
Send automatically from a connected balance. To do so, consult the
operating instructions for your balance.
The following instructions describe how to enter the sample size on the
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1 Loading the method

See Chapter "Loading a method", Page 27.
2 Preparing the sample
NOTE
Calculate the amount of the sample so that it results in titrant con-

sumption of 10 to 90% of the cylinder volume.
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Weigh in or measure the sample in a sample vessel.

Add solvent.
Place the sample vessel on the stirrer.
Immerse the electrode and buret tip in the solution.
3 Entering the sample size

In the main dialog, select Sample size and press [OK].
The editing dialog opens.
Enter the sample size and apply with Accept or [BACK].
4 Starting the titration

Press [START].
The titration starts and the curve is displayed:
The axes are scaled automatically. Using Hold pauses the run. Con-
tinue then takes its place on the display. It can be used to resume
the run.
The stirring rate can be modified during titration with the Stirrer
function. The following dialog is opened by pressing [OK]:
Stir- can be used to decrease the stirring rate while Stir+ increases
it. Off switches off the stirrer. On then takes its place on the display.
This can be used to switch the stirrer back on. The [BACK] key closes
this dialog.
After the completion of the titration, the results dialog is displayed:
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Canceling a determination manually

A determination can be canceled at any time with the [STOP] key.
5.9 Live modifications

5.9.1 Editing the sample data of the running determination
The sample data can be entered or modified in the main dialog while a
determination is running. In calculations always the sample data entered
at the end of the titration in the main dialog is used.
Proceed as follows to edit the sample data:
1 Displaying the main dialog

Press [BACK].
The main dialog is displayed. The determination continues to run in
the background.
2 Editing the sample data

Edit the sample data and apply with Accept or [BACK].
3 Displaying the live dialog

Press [BACK].
or
Select Menu and press [OK].
Select the menu item Live dialog and press [OK].

The live dialog is displayed once again.
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NOTE
If the determination is finished while an editing dialog is opened (e.g. of

the sample size), then this will be closed automatically and the results
dialog will be displayed. The value entered must be entered once more
and the determination must be recalculated.
Make sure that the editing dialogs are closed before the determination
is finished.
5.9.2 Editing the sample table while a determination is running

You can insert new lines or delete existing ones or edit sample data while
a determination is running.
NOTE
We recommend that the editing dialogs always be closed in order to

ensure that no problems occur during the run and that the current data
is always available for calculation purposes.
Editing the sample table

Proceed as follows to edit the sample table:

Press [BACK].
the background.

3 Selecting the sample data

Select the menu item Sample table and press [OK].
Select the desired line.
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In the function bar, select Edit and press [OK].
4 Editing the sample data

Edit the sample data and apply with Accept or [BACK].
NOTE
In addition to the sample data, the method can also be modified,

except in cases where the determination is running.

Select the menu item Live dialog in the main menu and press
[OK].
or
Press [BACK] in the main dialog.
Editing the sample data of the running determination

When you use the sample table, the editing of the sample data of the run-
ning determination proceeds as described in chapter 5.9.1, page 37. In
addition, you have the option of editing these in the sample table. The
first line always contains the sample data of the running determination.
Simply select for this purpose the Sample table(see "Editing the sample
table", page 38) menu item in the main menu.
5.9.3 Editing the live parameters

Certain method parameters can be edited while a determination is being
carried out. The only parameters that can be modified are those that can
be selected. Nevertheless, all of the parameters are visible. The modified
parameters are taken into account at once. If you modify, for instance,
the start conditions after the start volume has been dosed, then these
modifications will not be taken into account until the next determination.
Proceed as follows to edit the parameters:

Press [BACK].
the background.
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3 Editing the method parameters

Select the menu item Parameters and press [OK].
Change the desired parameters accordingly.

Select the menu item Live dialog in the main menu and press
[OK].
or
Press [BACK] in the main dialog.
5.10 Results
Menu Results
After the completion of the titration, the results dialog is displayed:
The calculated result and details concerning the endpoint are shown in
the overview.
Curve
Display the curve of the current determination.
Recalculate
Recalculate the current determination. The procedure will be executed
immediately.
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Statistics
Display the statistical overview of a determination series (see Chapter
5.11, page 41).
Displaying the curve

The curve of the current determination can be displayed with the Curve
function.
The arrow keys [] and [] can be used to move to the individual measur-
ing points. A cross hair is used to show the current position on the curve.
The data (volume, measured value, time, etc.) for the respective measur-
ing point is indicated on the right-hand side.
Recalculating
NOTE
Recalculation cannot be undone.
All of the results are recalculated with the Recalculate function. This is
necessary if, for example, the calculation, the titer or the sample size has
been modified.
5.11 Statistics
Menu Results Statistics
The statistical overview of a determination series can be displayed in the
Results dialog with the Statistics function.
NOTE
This function is visible only if statistics has been activated.
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The mean value (Mean), the absolute and the relative standard deviation
(s abs and s rel) are displayed in the overview. For the mean value, the
number of individual results from which it has been calculated is displayed
in parentheses. In this example, it is 3. The Statistics line shows how
many determinations have already been carried out and how many deter-
minations are to be carried out in total. All three determinations were car-
ried out in this example.
Details
Display additional data.
Reset
Delete all statistics data.
Increase
Add a further determination to the determination series.
Displaying statistical details

Additional data from the determination series can be displayed with the
Details function.
The result and the sample size of each determination are shown.
On/Off
Remove the selected determination from the statistics. The line will then
be marked with an asterisk (*), the statistics will be recalculated automati-
cally. If several calculations are defined in the method, then all the results
will be removed from the statistics.
Deleting statistical data

All statistical data is deleted with the Reset function. The statistics data is
deleted automatically in the following cases:
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When all of the determinations of the determination series have been

carried out and a new determination has been started afterwards.
When a new method is loaded.
Adding a determination to a determination series

You can use the function Increase to add an additional sample to a
determination series, e.g. because a determination was faulty and had to
be removed from the statistics. The second number in the Statistics line
will be increased automatically by one.
5.12 Printing a report manually

Menu Print reports
Proceed as follows to print a report manually:

2 Opening the print dialog

Select the menu item Print reports and press [OK].
The dialog window with the available reports opens:
3 Selecting the report

Select the desired report and press [OK].
The report is printed out.
The following reports can be printed out manually:
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Results Result report with determination properties,

sample data, calculated results, etc.
Curve Curve report. The width of the curve is defined in
the system settings (see "Graphics width", page
64).
Measuring point Measuring point list report.
list
Parameters Report with all method parameters of the loaded
method.
System System report with system settings, solution list,
external devices, etc.
Calculations/Statis- Calculation report. The statistics are also printed
tics out in the case of multiple determinations. The
individual determinations with the respective
sample size, the mean value, the absolute and
the relative standard deviation are printed out
for each result.
PC/LIMS Machine-readable report with all of the data for
a determination. This report can be saved as a
TXT file to a connected USB flash drive or sent to
a terminal program or a LIMS via an RS-232
interface. The definition is made in the system
settings (see "PC/LIMS report", page 63).
Report as in The reports that are defined in the method will
method be printed out.
5.13 Manual control

Menu Manual control
The following functions are available in the manual control:
Dosing
Measuring
Stirring
The available subfunctions are listed for each function in the function bar.
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NOTE
The Stirrer function can only be selected if a stirrer is connected.
5.13.1 Dosing
The following dosing functions are available in the manual control:
Prepare the buret Rinse the cylinder and tubings of the buret unit
unit (PREP) (see Chapter 10.1.2, page 117).
Continuous dosing Dose while the [START] key is pressed.
(DOS)
Dose a fixed vol- Dose a specified volume.
ume (ADD)
Preparing the buret unit (PREP)

The PREP function is used to rinse the cylinder and tubings of the buret
unit and fill them air bubble-free. You should carry out this function
before the first determination or once per day.
Proceed as follows:
1 Open the manual control

The main menu opens.
Select the menu item Manual control and press [OK].
Manual control opens.
2 Select the dosing function

Select the Dosing item.
In the function bar, select PREP and press [OK].

The following message is displayed:
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3 Start the preparing
CAUTION
Make sure that the buret tip is directed into a vessel that can
accommodate the cylinder volume of your buret unit several times
over.
Select Yes and confirm the message with [OK].

Preparing is carried out.
Continuous dosing (DOS)

Continuous dosing will be carried out with the DOS function for as long
as you keep the [START] key pressed down.
Proceed as follows:


In the function bar, select DOS and press [OK].
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3 Configure the dosing function
NOTE
The dosing and filling rates should be decreased for viscous liq-
uids.
The maximum dosing and filling rates depend on the cylinder
volume (see Chapter 10.1.1, page 117).
Enter the dosing rate.

Enter the filling rate.
4 Start dosing
Press [START].
The status changes to busy, the dosed volume is displayed. When
the volume of one cylinder has been dosed, the dosing cylinder will
be refilled automatically.
5 Fill the cylinder

Press [STOP] or [BACK].
The dosing cylinder is filled. If you start the filling with [BACK], then
the dialog will also be exited.
Dosing a particular volume (ADD)

You can dose a particular volume with the ADD function.
Proceed as follows:

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In the function bar, select ADD and press [OK].
3 Configure the dosing function
NOTE
The dosing and filling rates should be decreased for viscous liq-
uids.
The maximum dosing and filling rates depend on the cylinder
volume (see Chapter 10.1.1, page 117).
Enter the desired volume.

Enter the dosing rate.
Enter the filling rate.
4 Start dosing
Press [START].
The status changes to busy, the dosed volume is displayed. When
the volume of one cylinder has been dosed, the dosing cylinder will
be refilled automatically.
5 Fill the cylinder

The dosing cylinder is filled. If you start the filling with [BACK], then
the dialog will also be exited.
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5.13.2 Measuring
Open the dialog for manual measurement as follows:

2 Select a measuring mode

Select the Measure item.
In the function bar, select the measuring mode and press [OK].
3 Configure the measuring mode

Select the desired electrode from the sensor list.
The selection depends on the measuring mode. Sensors are
defined under System Sensors.
Enter the measuring temperature if no temperature sensor is con-
nected. If a temperature sensor is connected, then the tempera-
ture will be measured automatically.
This temperature is used for automatic temperature compensation
with pH measurements.
4 Start the measurement

Press [START].
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The status changes to busy. The current measured value and the
measuring temperature are displayed.
5 Stop the measurement

The measurement is stopped. The status changes back again to
ready. If you stop the measurement with [BACK], then the dialog
will also be exited.
5.13.3 Stirring
You can control a connected stirrer manually.
Proceed as follows:
1 Opening the manual control

2 Setting the stirring rate

Select the Stirrer item.
In the function bar, select Stir- or Stir+.

The stirring rate will be increased or decreased by one step each
time the [OK] key is pressed.
The algebraic sign changes the direction in which the stirring is
done. When viewing the stirrer from above, this means:
"+": counterclockwise rotation
"": clockwise rotation
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3 Switching on the stirrer

In the function bar, select On and press [OK].
The stirrer is started and stirs at the rate which has been set. Off is
now displayed in the function bar.
4 Switching off the stirrer

In the function bar, select Off and confirm with [OK].
The stirrer is stopped.
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6 System settings
6.1 Basic settings

Menu System Settings
This chapter contains a description of general instrument settings.
User name
A user name can be entered here for the report. This parameter will only
be printed if a user has been defined.
Default value empty
Instrument name
A instrument name can be entered here for the report. This parameter will
only be printed if a designation has been defined.
Default value empty
Serial number
Serial number of the instrument. This is printed as a part of the instrument
identification in the report header.
Program version
Version number of the instrument software. This is printed as a part of the
instrument identification in the report header.
Time
Current time. Only valid numbers can be entered.
Format: hh:mm:ss
Date
Current date. Only valid numbers can be entered.
Format: YYYY:MM:DD
Language
Setting the dialog language. An additional language can be selected
besides English.
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NOTE
In order to ensure that a second language can be selected, it must first

be installed. This installation must be carried out by specialist personnel.
In chapter Language files, page 66, you will find details regarding the
installation of a second language.
Dialog type
The user dialog can be limited for routine operations. One can operate
normally with methods in the limited dialog. However, no settings can be
made or methods deleted.
The resetting of the dialog will take effect as soon as you exit the main
menu.
The limitation of the dialog results in the following:
The menu items System, Parameters and Control are not shown in
the main menu.
Methods can only be loaded, but not deleted, exported or created.
NOTE
If the limited dialog for routine operation is activated, then the expert
dialog cannot be activated during ongoing operation. To change the
dialog type, the 848 Titrino plus must be switched off and then back on
again. The expert dialog can be forced as soon as the instrument is
started up again. Then it is possible to enter whatever settings one
wishes, e.g. the changing of the dialog type. If the instrument is
switched off again without changing the dialog type, then the routine
dialog will remain activated.
Forcing the expert dialog:

Switch on the instrument.
Wait for the display of the instrument logo with the lettering easy,
safe, precise.
Press the [STOP] key once again and hold it down while also briefly
pressing the [BACK] key.
Release both keys once again.
Selection Expert | Routine
Default value Expert
Expert
Complete dialog.
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Routine
Limited dialog for routine operations.
Contrast
The contrast of the display can be adjusted with the arrow keys [] and
[].
[]: the contrast will be decreased by one step each time the key is
pressed.
[]: the contrast will be increased by one step each time the key is
pressed.
Input range 150 - 240
Default value 212
NOTE
Alternatively, the contrast can also be modified in the following man-

ner:
Keep the red [STOP] key pressed down. As soon as the progress bar
appears, also press the arrow key [] or [] repeatedly.
This method will, however, cause the contrast to be modified by several
steps.
Beep
If this parameter is activated, then a short beep will sound in the following
cases:
When a key is pressed.
At the end of the determination.
When the system remains conditioned without interruption for 10 sec-
onds.
Selection on | off
Default value on
PREP warning
If this parameter is activated, then the recommendation will be made to
carry out the function PREP (Preparing):
After the instrument is switched on.
Each time a buret unit is attached.
All tubing and the cylinder are rinsed with this function (see Chapter
10.1.2, page 117).
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Selection on | off
Default value on
Temperature sensor
The instrument supports the use of two different temperature measure-
ment techniques:
NTC (Negative Temperature Coefficient)
Pt1000 (platinum resistance)
Select the type here that has been connected to the instrument. If you use
an NTC sensor, it is required that two characteristics for the sensor be
entered in addition. These characteristics are listed in the specifications of
the sensor.
Selection Pt1000 | NTC
Default value Pt1000
R (25 C)
This parameter is visible only when Temperature sensor = NTC.
Nominal resistance of the NTC sensor at 25 C.
Input range 1000 - 99999 ohm
Default value 30000 ohm
B value
This parameter is visible only when Temperature sensor = NTC.
Material constant of the NTC sensor. B values of NTC sensors are fre-
quently based on different reference temperatures (usually 25 C and
50100 C).
Input range 1000 - 9999 K
Default value 4100 K
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6.2 Managing sensors

6.2.1 General
Menu System Sensors
Three standard sensors are defined in the sensor list: pH electrode,

Metal electrode and Temperature sensor. These sensors cannot be
deleted or renamed. The sensor list can contain a maximum of 10 sensors.
Every sensor is identified with a unique name. This means that it is not
possible to use the same name twice, e.g. for a pH electrode and for a
metal electrode.
Edit
Edit the data of the selected sensor, see following chapter.
New
Add a new sensor to the list, see following chapter.
The following sensor types can be selected:
pH electrode
Metal electrode
Temperature sensor
Other sensor, e.g. Spectrosense
Delete
Delete the selected sensor from the list.
6.2.2 Editing the sensor data

Name
The designation of the sensor is used for unambiguous identification.
Default value empty
Type
The sensor type is displayed.
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Slope
This parameter is only visible with pH electrodes.
Slope of the pH electrode. With a 1-point calibration, only pH(0) can be
calculated, 100.0% is used as the slope.
Input range 999.9 - 999.9 %
Default value 100.0 %
pH(0)
pH value of the pH electrode at 0 mV. Apart from the slope, pH(0) is the
second characteristic of the calibration curve.
Input range 20.000 - 20.000
Default value 7.000
Calibration temp.
Temperature at which the last calibration was carried out.
Input range 20.0 - 150.0 C
Default value 25.0 C
Calibration date
Date of the last calibration.
Monitoring
Activating and deactivating the calibration monitoring.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Time interval
This parameter is visible only when Monitoring = on.
You will be notified that this time interval (in days) has elapsed when start-
ing a method. You can then select whether or not you would still like to
start the method.
Input range 1 - 999 d
Default value 999 d
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6.3 Managing solutions
6.3 Managing solutions

6.3.1 General
Menu System Solutions
Solutions can be used in intelligent buret units or in non-intelligent buret
units. Intelligent buret units have a built-in data chip on which the data for
the reagent is stored. This data is automatically read out during attach-
ment and entered in the solution list.
The name and the type are specified for each solution in the solution list.
The asterisk (*) on the right-hand side indicates that this buret unit is
attached (only for intelligent buret units). An unlimited number of solu-
tions in buret units with data chip can be added to the solution list. The
number of solutions in buret units without data chip is limited to 10 items.
Meaning of the type:
EU: exchange unit without data chip
IEU: exchange unit with integrated data chip
Edit
Edit the data of the selected solution, see following chapter.
New
Add a new solution to the list, see following chapter.
Delete
Delete the selected solution from the list.
6.3.2 Editing the solution data

Name
The designation of the solution is used for unambiguous identification.
Default value empty
Type
The model of the buret unit is displayed.
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Cylinder volume
Cylinder volume of the buret unit in mL. The cylinder volume is automati-
cally read out with intelligent buret units.
Selection 1 | 5 | 10 | 20 | 50
Default value 20
Concentration
Concentration of the solution.
Input range 999999999 - 9999999999
Default value 1.000
Concentration unit
Unit of the concentration.
Selection mol/mL | mmol/L | mol/L | g/L | mg/L | mg/mL |
g/L | ppm | % | mEq/L | User-defined
Default value mol/L
User-defined
been defined. A blank entry can be generated this way as well.
Titer
Titer of the solution.
Input range 999999999 - 9999999999
Default value 1.000
Titer unit
Unit of the titer.
Selection mol/mL | mmol/L | mol/L | g/L | mg/L | mg/mL |
g/L | ppm | % | mEq/L | empty | User-defined
Default value empty
User-defined
Date titer det.

Date of the last titer determination.
Monitoring
Activating and deactivating the titer monitoring.
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Selection on | off
Default value off
Time interval
This parameter is visible only when Monitoring = on.
You will be notified that this time interval (in days) has elapsed when start-
ing a method. You can then select whether or not you would still like to
start the method.
Input range 1 - 999 d
Default value 999 d
6.4 Managing common variables

6.4.1 General
Menu System Common variables
The instrument offers the possibility of saving five method-independent
variables, so-called common variables. These variables remain saved in
the instrument and can be used in future calculations. Common variables
are useful, e.g. for the following applications:
Determination of a blank value which will be taken into account during
the content determination of the sample.
Determination of the content of a standard solution, which will be
taken into account during the content determination of the sample.
The common variables have the non-changeable designation CV01

CV05. The value is displayed for every variable. No unit can be assigned
to the common variables.
Edit
See the following chapter for editing the data of the selected common
variable.
Delete
Set the selected common variable to invalid.
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6.4.2 Editing common variables

The common variables can be modified as follows:
Manually in this dialog.
Automatic assignment from the determination run. A calculation result
must be configured accordingly for this purpose (see below).
Assigning a result automatically to a common variable
Proceed as follows:
1 Opening the editing dialog of the result

Select the menu item Parameters Calculation and press
[OK].
Select the result whose value is to be assigned to a common vari-
able.
In the function bar, select Edit and press [OK].
2 Adjusting the result properties

Select the parameter Save as CV and press [OK].
Select the entry on in the selection list and apply with [OK].
The assignment of the result to a common variable occurs automatically

according to the following scheme:
Result R1 Common Variable CV01
Result R2 Common Variable CV02
etc.
NOTE
If you have set the parameter Statistics to on, then the mean value of
the results will be assigned to the respective common variable.
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6.5 File management
6.5 File management

Menu System File management
NOTE
This menu item is visible only if a USB flash drive has been connected as
an external storage medium.
Methods can be imported and deleted from a USB flash drive in this dia-
log. Only methods located in the Files directory are displayed in the list
(see "Directory structure on the USB flash drive", page 62).
A backup of the system can be created (all data and settings). Similarly, an
existing backup can be reloaded.
Import
Import the selected method.
Delete
Delete the selected method.
Backup
Create a backup of all data and settings on the USB flash drive.
NOTE
Only one backup can be created on the same USB flash drive.
If a backup is already stored on the flash drive, then this will be over-
written as soon as the function is performed once again.
Restore
Load the backup from a connected USB flash drive.
Directory structure on the USB flash drive

A directory with the instrument number will be created on the USB flash
drive. The structure within this directory appears as follows:
Figure 19 Directory structure on the USB flash drive
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Backup All of the files of the backup are stored in this

directory. The directory is created as soon as a
backup is created for the first time.
Files Exported methods are stored in this directory.
The directory is created as soon as a backup is
exported for the first time.
Only methods located in this directory can be
imported.
pc_lims_report PC/LIMS reports are stored in this directory as
TXT files. The directory is created as soon as a
PC/LIMS report is printed for the first time.
6.6 Configuring external devices

Menu System External devices
PC/LIMS report
Specification of the storage location for the PC/LIMS report. The PC/LIMS
report is a machine-readable report with all of the important data for a
determination. It can be saved as follows:
as a TXT file on a USB flash drive.
to a LIMS via an RS-232 interface. The 6.2148.030 RS-232/USB Box is
required for this purpose.
Selection COM2 | USB Stick
Default value USB Stick
COM2
The report is sent via the serial COM2 interface. The interface parame-
ters set in the dialog COM2 settings are used (see "Editing the COM2
settings", page 65).
USB Stick
The report will be saved as a TXT file on the USB flash drive in the
folder pc_lims_report.
Printer
If a printer is connected, then the printer type needs to be defined here in
order for the reports to be printed out correctly.
The printers that have the designation ESC-POS are so-called POS printers
(point-of-sale printers), i.e. they print on continuous paper.
Selection Citizen (ESC-POS) | Custom (ESC-POS) | Epson |
Epson (ESC-POS) | HP DeskJet | HP LaserJet |
Seiko (ESC-POS)
Default value HP DeskJet
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Graphics width
Adjust the width of the curve to be printed out to the paper width of the
printer to be used. The default value depends on the selected printer. The
height of the curve is 2/3 of the width.
Input range 100 - 3000 Pixels
Keyboard layout
ier to enter text and numbers. Specify the country-specific keyboard lay-
out.
Selection English US | French FR | German CH | German
DE | Spanish ES
Default value English US
Balance
If you have connected a balance, then you must define the balance type
here.
Selection AND | Mettler | Mettler AT | Mettler AX |
Ohaus | Precisa | Sartorius | Shimadzu
Default value Sartorius
The following table indicates the balance type that needs to be selected
for the balance model:
Balance Balance type

AND AND
Mettler AB, AE, AG, AM, Mettler
AJ, PE, PM, PJ, PR, XP, XS
Mettler AT Mettler AT
Mettler AX, MX, UMX, PG, Mettler AX
AB-S, PB-S
Ohaus Voyager, Explorer, Ohaus
Analytical Plus
Precisa Precisa
Sartorius Sartorius
Shimadzu BX, BW Shimadzu
Editing the COM1 settings

Menu System External devices COM1 settings
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The interface parameters for the connected balance are set under COM1
settings.
Baud rate
Transfer rate in characters per second.
Selection 1200 | 2400 | 4800 | 9600 | 19200 | 38400 |
57600 | 115200
Default value 9600
Data bits
Number of data bits.
Selection 7|8
Default value 8
Stop bits
Number of stop bits.
Selection 1|2
Default value 1
Parity
Type of parity testing.
Selection even | none | odd
Default value none
Handshake
Type of the data transfer protocol.
Selection hardware | software | none
Default value hardware
NOTE
If communications problems occur, set the parameter Handshake to

software, and make another attempt.
Editing the COM2 settings

Menu System External devices COM2 settings
The interface parameters for instruments connected to the RS-232/2 con-
nector of the RS-232/USB Box (e.g. PC) are set under COM2 settings.
The parameters and input ranges are identical to those for the COM1
interface.
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6.7 Instrument diagnosis
6.7 Instrument diagnosis

6.7.1 Loading program versions and language files
Menu System Diagnosis
New program versions or language files can be loaded from a USB flash
drive. The corresponding file must be saved on the USB flash drive in a
directory with the instrument number (e.g. 848 or 863).
You can distinguish between language files and program files by noting
how the file name is constructed.
Program files
They are instrument-specific. The file name has the following structure:
5XXXyyyy.bin where
XXX = Instrument type (e.g. 848 for the 848 Titrino plus)
yyyy = Program version
Language files
They can be recognized by means of the two-digit language code in the
file name. A language file contains the dialog texts for various instrument
types. It is not instrument-specific. The file name has the following struc-
ture:
5848xxxxYY.bin where
xxxx = Version number

YY = Language, e.g. DE (German), FR (French), ES (Spanish)
Loading a file
Proceed as follows:
1 Connecting the USB flash drive

Plug in the USB flash drive with the 6.2151.100 adapter (USB
MINI (OTG) - USB A) at the instrument's USB port.
Switch on the instrument.
2 Opening the update dialog

Under Menu System Diagnosis, select the menu item
Software update.
Press [OK].
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3 Opening the file selection

Press [OK].
The selection list with the program and language files present on the
USB flash drive opens.
4 Selecting the file

Use the arrow keys to select the required file.
Press [OK].
5 Starting the update

Press [START].
The update process is started, it runs automatically. At the end of the
process, the instrument will be switched off automatically and
switched back on again. No user intervention is required.
6.7.2 Diagnosis functions

Electronic and mechanical functional groups in Metrohm instruments can
and should be checked as part of regular maintenance by specialist per-
sonnel from Metrohm. Please ask your local Metrohm representative
regarding the precise terms and conditions involved in concluding a corre-
sponding maintenance agreement.
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7.1 Dynamic equivalence point titrations (DET)
7 Parameters

7.1.1 Start conditions
Menu Parameters Start conditions
The parameters that are carried out before the start of titration are
defined under Start conditions.
Activation pulse
Output of an activation pulse on a remote line. This activation pulse starts
a connected Dosimat.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Start delay time

Waiting time after the start of the determination, before titration is
started. During this period, substances such auxiliary solution can be
added with a Dosimat (parameterization on the Dosimat). However, this
requires that the Activation pulse be enabled.
Input range 0 - 999,999 s
Default value 0s
Start volume
Volume that is dosed prior to the start of the titration.
Input range 0.00000 - 9,999.99 mL
Default value 0.00000 mL
Dosing rate
Rate at which the start volume is dosed. The maximum dosing rate
depends on the cylinder volume (see Chapter 10.1.1, page 117).
Input range 0.01 - 166.00 mL/min
Selection max.
Default value max.
Pause
Waiting time, e.g. for the electrode to settle down after the start or a
reaction time after the dosing of a start volume.
Default value 0s
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Request sample ID
Selection of the sample identification that is queried in the method run.
Selection off | ID1 | ID2 | ID1&ID2
Default value off
Request sample size

If this parameter is activated, then the value for the sample size will be
requested.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Request sample unit

If this parameter is activated, then the unit for the sample size will be
requested.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Hold at request
If this parameter is activated, then the run will be paused during the
request. If the parameter is switched off, the titration will be started in the
background.
Selection on | off
Default value on
7.1.2 Titration parameters

Menu Parameters Titration parameters
Under Titration parameters, the parameters influencing the run of the
entire titration are defined.
Titration rate
Three predefined sets of parameters can be selected for the titration rate.
Selection slow | optimal | fast | user
Default value optimal
slow
For titrations in which the finest details are also to be visible. This
could, however, also lead to an increase in noise, which could result in
unwanted equivalence points.
optimal
For all standard titrations. The parameters have been optimized for the
most frequent applications.
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fast
For fast and less critical titrations.
user
The individual titration parameters can be modified.
NOTE
Select optimal as titration rate when you are developing a new titra-
tion method. This parameter is suitable for virtually all titrations and
only needs adaptation in special cases.
The settings of the individual titration rates are listed in table 1, page
72.
Meas. point density

This parameter is visible only when Titration rate = user.
A small value means small volume increments, i.e. a high measuring point
density. The curve then shows all the finest details which also include
noise; this could cause unwanted equivalence points to be found. A larger
value, i.e. a smaller measuring point density, permits quicker titrations. If
you are using a dosing device with a small cylinder volume then a smaller
measuring point density value may be beneficial. However, you should
also set a smaller signal drift and a higher EP criterion at the same time.
Input range 0-9
Default value 4
Min. increment
This smallest permitted volume increment is added at the start of the titra-
tion and with steep curves in the region of the equivalence point. Very
small values should only be used if a low titrant consumption is expected;
otherwise unwanted equivalence points could be evaluated.
Input range 0.05 - 999.90 L
Default value 10.00 L
Max. increment
A maximum volume increment should be selected in the following cases:
when titration consumption is very low up until the equivalence point
is reached.
when a start volume is dosed up until shortly before the equivalence
point is reached.
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when the change of direction in the jumping range is very abrupt,

because otherwise it is easily possible that an excessively large volume
could be dosed in the region of the equivalence point.
The value should not be less than 1/100 cylinder volume.
Input range 0.1 - 9,999.9 L
Selection off
Default value off
NOTE
It is not advisable to select similar volumes for the minimum and the
maximum increment. Monotonic equivalence point titration (MET) is
appropriate for these applications.
Dosing rate
Rate at which the volume increments are dosed. The maximum dosing
rate depends on the cylinder volume (see Chapter 10.1.1, page 117).
Selection max.
Default value max.
Signal drift
Maximum permissible drift for the measured value acceptance, i.e. maxi-
mum change of the measured value per minute. This type of titration is
often referred to as equilibrium titration.
NOTE
A constant measured value is often only reached after a certain time, as

mixing and the reaction itself require a certain time. The response time
of an electrode can also increase with time, i.e., reaching a constant
measured value takes longer and longer. Drift-controlled measured
value acceptance is particularly advisable in such cases, as the measured
values are only accepted when equilibrium has almost been reached.
Measuring mode pH, U and Ipol:

Input range 0.1 - 999.0 mV/min
Default value 50.0 mV/min
Selection off
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Measured value acceptance will take place after the maximum waiting
time has elapsed. This can be useful when the titration reaction pro-
ceeds slowly or the electrode is slow to respond.
Measuring mode Upol:

Input range 0.01 - 99.90 A/min
Default value 50.00 A/min
Selection off
off
Min. waiting time

The measured value is not accepted until the minimum waiting time has
elapsed, even if the signal drift has already been reached. The minimum
waiting time is only important for drift-controlled measurements.
Default value 0s
Max. waiting time

If the signal drift has been switched off or has not yet been reached, then
the measured value will be accepted when the maximum waiting time has
elapsed.
Default value 26 s
Table 1 Default values of the predefined titration rates for DET

Titration rate
slow optimal fast
Meas. point density 2 4 6
Min. increment 10.00 L 10.00 L 30.00 L
Max. increment off off off
Dosing rate max. max. max.
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Titration rate
slow optimal fast
Signal drift
pH, U and Ipol 20.0 mV/min 50.0 mV/min 80.0 mV/min
Upol 20.0 A/min 50.0 A/min 80.0 A/min
Min. waiting time 0s 0s 0s
Max. waiting time 38 s 26 s 21 s
Temperature
Manually entered titration temperature. If a temperature sensor is con-
nected then the temperature will be measured continuously. This value is
used for temperature correction in pH measurements.
Sensor
Selection of the sensor from the sensor list. The selection depends on the
measuring mode. Sensors are defined under System Sensors.
Selection Selection of configured sensors
Solution
Selection of the solution from the solution list. We recommend always
selecting the solution. This ensures that the correct data (titer, concentra-
tion, etc.) is always used for the calculation. Solutions are defined under
System Solutions.
For buret units with integrated data chip, a check is made in the method
run to verify whether the correct solution has been attached and whether
the type of dosing drive matches. For buret units without integrated data
chip, the cylinder volume and the type of dosing drive are checked. The
validity of the titer is checked for the selected solution at the start of the
determination.
Selection Selection of configured solutions | not defined
Default value not defined
not defined
No check takes place.
I(pol)
The polarization current is the current that is applied to a polarizable elec-
trode during voltametric measurement. This parameter is available only
with I(pol) determinations.
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Input range 125 - 125 A (Increment: 1)

Default value 5 A
U(pol)
The polarization voltage is the voltage applied to the polarizable electrode
during an amperometric measurement. This parameter is available only
with U(pol) determinations.
Input range 1,250 - 1,250 mV (Increment: 10)
Default value 400 mV
Electrode test
In the case of polarizable electrodes, an electrode test can be carried out.
A check is made that the electrode is properly connected and that no
short-circuit is present. The electrode test is carried out when the determi-
nation is started. This parameter is available only with I(pol) and U(pol)
determinations.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Stirrer
The stirrer is switched on at the start of the determination when this para-
meter is activated.
Selection on | off
Default value on
Stirring rate
Setting the stirring rate. It can be set in steps of 15 to +15. The default
setting 8 corresponds to 1,000 rpm. The formula for calculating the rota-
tional speed is specified in chapter 10.2, page 118. The optimum stirring
rate can be tested in the manual control.
The algebraic sign of the stirring rate changes the stirring direction. When
the stirrer is viewed from above, this means:
Input range 15 - 15
Default value 8
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7.1.3 Stop conditions

Menu Parameters Stop conditions
The conditions for canceling the titration are defined under Stop condi-
tions.
Stop volume
The titration is canceled when the specified volume has been dosed since
the start of the titration. This volume should be adjusted to the size of the
titration vessel in order to prevent the contents from running over.
Input range 0.00000 - 9,999.99 mL
Selection off
Stop meas. value

The titration is canceled when the specified measured value has been
reached since the start of the titration.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 20.000 - 20.000
Selection off
Default value off
Measuring mode U, Ipol:

Input range 1,250.0 - 1,250.0 mV
Selection off
Default value off

Input range 125.0 - 125.0 A
Selection off
Default value off
Stop EP
The titration is canceled when the specified number of equivalence points
has been found.
Input range 1-9
Default value 9
Selection off
Volume after EP
This volume will be added when the number of equivalence points
defined under Stop EP has been found. The curve shape after the equiva-
lence point can also be seen this way.
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Input range 0.01000 - 9,999.99 mL

Selection off
Default value off
Stop time
The titration is canceled when the specified time has elapsed since the
start of the titration.
Selection off
Default value off
Filling rate
Rate at which the dosing cylinder is filled after the titration. The maximum
filling rate depends on the cylinder volume (see Chapter 10.1.1, page
117).
Selection max.
Default value max.
7.1.4 Evaluation
Menu Parameters Evaluation
The parameters for the evaluation of the titration curve are defined under
Evaluation.
Window
Activate this parameter if equivalence points are to be recognized only in
a specific measured value range (window). Only one window can be
defined.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Lower limit
This parameter is visible only when Window = on.
Measured value for the lower limit.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 20.000 - 20.000
Default value 20.000

Input range 1,250.0 - 1,250.0 mV
Default value 1,250.0 mV
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Input range 125.00 - 125.00 A
Default value 125.00 A
Upper limit
Measured value for the upper limit.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 20.000 - 20.000

Input range 1,250.0 - 1,250.0 mV

Input range 125.00 - 125.00 A
EP criterion
The equivalence point criterion found (ERC = Equivalence point Recogni-
tion Criterion) is compared with this value. Equivalence points whose ERC
is less than the value defined here will be ignored.
Input range 0 - 200
Default value 5
EP recognition
This parameter allows you to filter out only the equivalence points that are
being sought.
for Window = off

Selection all | greatest | last | off
Default value all
all
All equivalence points will be recognized.
greatest
Only the equivalence point with the greatest ERC value, i.e. the steep-
est jump, will be recognized.
last
Only the last equivalence point will be recognized.
off
No evaluation takes place.
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Selection first | greatest | last
Default value first
first
Only the first equivalence point will be recognized.
greatest
last
Fixed EP1 at
The associated volume will be interpolated from the measuring point list
for the measured value entered. The fixed endpoint must lie between the
first and the final entry in the measuring point list.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 20.000 - 20.000
Selection off
Default value off

Input range 1,250.0 - 1,250.0 mV
Selection off
Default value off

Input range 125.00 - 125.00 A
Selection off
Default value off
Fixed EP2 at
See Fixed EP1 at.
Evaluation and equivalence point criterion with DET

The equivalence points (EP) are localized in a way similar to the Tubbs
method [1][2]. The volume value of the equivalence point (VE) is shifted
from the inflection point (see arrow) towards the smaller circle of curva-
ture for real asymmetric titration curves.
[1] C. F. Tubbs, Anal. Chem. 1954, 26, 16701671.
[2] E. Bartholom, E. Biekert, H. Hellmann, H. Ley, M. Weigert, E. Weise,
Ullmanns Encyklopdie der technischen Chemie, Vol. 5, Verlag Chemie,
Weinheim, 1980, p. 659.
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pH
VE V/mL
Figure 20 Tubbs method for determining the equivalence point
The figure shows that the evaluation still requires measured values from
the measuring point list also after the equivalence point.
For the recognition of the EPs found, the set EP criterion is compared to
the ERC (Equivalence point Recognition Criterion) found. The ERC is the
first derivative of the titration curve combined with a mathematical func-
tion which is more sensitive for flat jumps than for steeper ones. EPs
whose ERC is smaller than the defined EP criterion will not be recognized.
The ERC is displayed in the results dialog for each discovered and recog-
nized EP. If you adjust the EP criterion after the fact in order to recognize
more or fewer EPs, then you can initiate the reevaluation in the results dia-
log with the [Recalculate] key.
7.1.5 Calculation
7.1.5.1 General
Menu Parameters Calculation
A maximum of five calculations can be defined in one method. A series of
variables (raw data from the determination, previously calculated results) is
available for the calculations. A definition can be made for each calcula-
tion as to whether the result is to be saved as a titer or as a common vari-
able.
The result name is specified in the list for each calculation.
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Edit
See the following chapter for editing the data of the selected calculation.
Delete
Delete the selected calculation.
7.1.5.2 Editing a calculation

Menu Parameters Calculation Edit
Result name
The result name is the text which will be shown in the results display and
in the report.
Entry 12 characters
Default value empty
R1=R5=
Shows the calculation formula. A special editor is opened for the defini-
tion (see Chapter 5.3, page 23).
Entry 44 characters
Default value empty
Decimal places
Number of decimal places used to display the result.
Input range 0-5
Default value 2
Result unit
The result unit is displayed and saved along with the result.
Selection % | mol/L | mmol/L | g/L | mg/L | mg/mL | ppm |
g | mg | mL | mg/piece | C | L | mL/min | User-
defined
Default value %
User-defined
Save as titer
The result can be saved as titer for the selected solution. If statistics has
been switched on, then the current mean value of the determination
series will be saved.
Selection on | off
Default value off
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Save as CV
The calculated result can be saved as a method-independent variable,
called a common variable. The result is then also available in other meth-
ods for calculations. If statistics has been switched on, then the current
mean value of the determination series will be saved.
Selection on | off
Default value off
7.1.6 Statistics
Menu Parameters Statistics
The statistics calculation of a multiple determination is activated under
Statistics and definition is made as to how many determinations the
series contains.
Statistics
If this function is activated, then statistics calculations will be carried out
for all of the defined results.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Number of determinations
The number of determinations that are carried out for the statistics calcu-
lations.
If an additional determination has to be added to the determination
series, because one determination has been incorrect, for example, then
this can be accomplished in the statistical overview (see Chapter 5.11,
page 41).
Input range 2 - 20
Default value 3
7.1.7 Reports
Menu Parameters Reports
The reports that will be printed out automatically in connection with a
determination are defined under Reports.
Results
The result report contains the calculated results, equivalence points and
endpoints, sample data, etc.
Selection on | off
Default value off
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Curve
Curve report. The width of the curve is defined in the system settings (see
"Graphics width", page 64).
Selection on | off
Default value off
Calculations/Statistics
Output of the calculation formulas for the individual results. Results are
specified with full accuracy. This makes recalculation with an external pro-
gram possible (see Chapter 10.8, page 127). If Statistics has been acti-
vated, then the following data will be printed out as well:
Result and sample size of the individual determinations
Mean value as well as absolute and relative standard deviation
Selection on | off
Default value off
Measuring point list

Output of the measuring point list.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Parameters
All of the parameters of the current method are printed out in the para-
meter report.
Selection on | off
Default value off
PC/LIMS
The PC/LIMS report is a machine-readable report with all of the data
important for a determination. The PC/LIMS report can be saved as a TXT
file on a USB storage medium or sent via an RS-232 interface to a LIMS.
The output location is defined in the system settings (see "PC/LIMS
report", page 63).
The file name of the TXT file is constructed as follows: PC_LIMS_Report-
ID1-YYYYMMDD-hhmmss.txt.
Selection on | off
Default value off
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7.2 Monotonic equivalence point titrations (MET)

Activation pulse
Selection on | off
Default value off
Start delay time

Default value 0s
Start volume
Input range 0.00000 - 9,999.99 mL
Dosing rate
Selection max.
Default value max.
Pause
Default value 0s
Request sample ID
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Default value off
Request sample size

requested.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Request sample unit

requested.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Hold at request
background.
Selection on | off
Default value on

Titration rate
slow
For titrations in which the finest details are also to be visible. This
could, however, also lead to an increase in noise, which could result in
unwanted equivalence points.
optimal
fast
For fast and less critical titrations.
user
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NOTE
Select optimal as titration rate when you are developing a new titra-
tion method. This parameter is suitable for virtually all titrations and
only needs adaptation in special cases.
87.
Volume increment
Volume dosed at each dosing increment. High accuracy requires using the
correct volume increment. A good guideline is 1/20 of the expected end-
point volume. The volume increment should be closer to 1/100 of the
endpoint volume for steep jumps and closer to 1/10 for flat jumps.
Small volume increments are used for determining blank values or with
very asymmetrical curves. The accuracy of the evaluation cannot be
increased by using smaller increments as the measured value changes
between two measuring points are then of the same order of magnitude
as the noise.
Input range 0.00005 - 999.900 mL
Dosing rate
Rate at which the volume increments are dosed. The maximum dosing
rate depends on the cylinder volume (see Chapter 10.1.1, page 117).
Selection max.
Default value max.
Signal drift
mum change of the measured value per minute. This type of titration is
often referred to as equilibrium titration.
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NOTE
A constant measured value is often only reached after a certain time, as

mixing and the reaction itself require a certain time. The response time
of an electrode can also increase with time, i.e., reaching a constant
measured value takes longer and longer. Drift-controlled measured
value acceptance is particularly advisable in such cases, as the measured
values are only accepted when equilibrium has almost been reached.
Measuring mode pH, U and Ipol:

Selection off
off

Input range 0.01 - 99.90 A/min
Default value 50.00 A/min
Selection off
off
Min. waiting time

Default value 0s
Max. waiting time

elapsed.
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Default value 26 s
Table 2 Default values of the predefined titration rates for MET

Titration rate
slow optimal fast
Volume increment 0.05000 mL 0.10000 mL 0.20000 mL
Dosing rate max. max. max.
Signal drift
pH, U and Ipol 20.0 mV/min 50.0 mV/min 80.0 mV/min
Upol 20.0 A/min 50.0 A/min 80.0 A/min
Min. waiting time 0s 0s 0s
Max. waiting time 38 s 26 s 21 s
Temperature
Sensor
Solution
System Solutions.
determination.
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not defined
I(pol)
Default value 5 A
U(pol)
Electrode test
determinations.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Stirrer
meter is activated.
Selection on | off
Default value on
Stirring rate
Input range 15 - 15
Default value 8
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tions.
Stop volume
Input range 0.00000 - 9,999.99 mL
Selection off
Stop meas. value

The titration is canceled when the specified measured value has been
reached since the start of the titration.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 20.000 - 20.000
Selection off
Default value off

Input range 1,250.0 - 1,250.0 mV
Selection off
Default value off

Selection off
Default value off
Stop EP
The titration is canceled when the specified number of equivalence points
has been found.
Input range 1-9
Default value 9
Selection off
Volume after EP
This volume will be added when the number of equivalence points
defined under Stop EP has been found. The curve shape after the equiva-
lence point can also be seen this way.
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Input range 0.01000 - 9,999.99 mL

Selection off
Default value off
Stop time
The titration is canceled when the specified time has elapsed since the
Selection off
Default value off
Filling rate
117).
Selection max.
Default value max.
7.2.4 Evaluation
Menu Parameters Evaluation
The parameters for the evaluation of the titration curve are defined under
Evaluation.
Window
Activate this parameter if equivalence points are to be recognized only in
a specific measured value range (window). Only one window can be
defined.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Lower limit
Measured value for the lower limit.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 20.000 - 20.000

Input range 1,250.0 - 1,250.0 mV
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Input range 125.00 - 125.00 A
Upper limit
Measured value for the upper limit.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 20.000 - 20.000

Input range 1,250.0 - 1,250.0 mV

Input range 125.00 - 125.00 A
EP criterion
The equivalence point criterion found (ERC = Equivalence point Recogni-
tion Criterion) is compared with this value. Equivalence points whose ERC
is less than the value defined here will be ignored.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 0.10 - 9.99
Default value 0.50

Input range 1 - 999 mV
Default value 30 mV

Default value 2.0 A
EP recognition
This parameter allows you to filter out only the equivalence points that are
being sought.
for Window = off

Selection all | greatest | last | off
Default value all
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all
All equivalence points will be recognized.
greatest
last
off
No evaluation takes place.
for Window = on
Selection first | greatest | last
Default value first
first
Only the first equivalence point will be recognized.
greatest
last
Fixed EP1 at
The associated volume will be interpolated from the measuring point list
for the measured value entered. The fixed endpoint must lie between the
first and the final entry in the measuring point list.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 20.000 - 20.000
Selection off
Default value off

Input range 1,250.0 - 1,250.0 mV
Selection off
Default value off

Input range 125.00 - 125.00 A
Selection off
Default value off
Fixed EP2 at
See Fixed EP1 at.
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Evaluation and equivalence point criterion with MET

The equivalence points (EPs) are localized by a method based on the For-
tuin method which has been adapted by Metrohm for numerical methods.
A search is made for the largest measured value change ( ). The exact EP
is determined by using an interpolation factor which depends on the
values before and after .
: EP volume
: Dosed total volume before

: Volume increment
: Interpolation factor according to Fortuin
For the recognition of the EPs found, the set EP criterion is compared to
the ERC (Equivalence point Recognition Criterion) found. The ERC is the
sum of the measured value changes before and after the jump:
In certain cases only three or only a single summand are taken into
account.
EPs whose ERC is smaller than the defined EP criterion will not be recog-
nized. The ERC is displayed in the results dialog for each discovered and
recognized EP. If you adjust the EP criterion after the fact in order to rec-
ognize more or fewer EPs, then you can initiate the reevaluation in the
results dialog with the [Recalculate] key.
7.2.5 Calculation
7.2.5.1 General
able.
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Edit
Delete

Result name
in the report.
Entry 12 characters
Default value empty
R1=R5=
Entry 44 characters
Default value empty
Decimal places
Input range 0-5
Default value 2
Result unit
defined
Default value %
User-defined
Save as titer
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Selection on | off
Default value off
Save as CV
Selection on | off
Default value off
7.2.6 Statistics
series contains.
Statistics
Selection on | off
Default value off
lations.
page 41).
Input range 2 - 20
Default value 3
7.2.7 Reports
Results
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Selection on | off
Default value off
Curve
Selection on | off
Default value off
Selection on | off
Default value off

Selection on | off
Default value off
Parameters
meter report.
Selection on | off
Default value off
PC/LIMS
report", page 63).
Selection on | off
Default value off
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7.3 Endpoint titrations (SET)

7.3.1 Conditioning
Menu Parameters Conditioning
The conditions required for conditioning are defined under Conditioning.
Conditioning
If this parameter is switched on, then the first time the titration is started
the working medium will be titrated to the endpoint with the specified
control parameters. The status is kept stable. The actual method run does
not begin until [START] has been pressed once more. Conditioning will
be carried out again automatically after the titration.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Start drift
Conditioning OK will be displayed as soon as this volume drift has been
reached and the titration can be started.
Input range 1 - 999 L/min
Default value 20 L/min
Drift correction
The endpoint volume can be corrected for drift. This involves multiplying
the volume drift by the drift correction time and then subtracting the
resulting value from the endpoint volume. The drift correction time is the
time interval between the end of the conditioning process and the end of
the determination.
Selection auto | manual | off
Default value off
auto
The value of the current volume drift is automatically applied at the
manual
If the volume drift is known throughout a longer period of time, this
can be entered manually.
off
No drift correction takes place.
Drift value
This parameter is visible only when Drift correction = manual.
Volume drift for manual drift correction.
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Input range 0.0 - 99.9 L/min

Default value 0.0 L/min
Cond. stop volume

Maximum permissible volume that can be dosed during conditioning.
Conditioning is stopped when the specified volume is dosed. If condition-
ing is continued by pressing [START] once again, then the titrant volume
that has already been dosed will not be taken into account; i.e. the dosing
starts again at zero. The stop volume should be adjusted to the size of the
titration cell in order to prevent any overflow.
Input range 0.00000 - 9,999.99 mL
Selection off
Cond. stop time

Maximum permissible time over which conditioning may take place. Con-
ditioning is stopped when the specified time has elapsed.
Selection off
Default value off

Activation pulse
Selection on | off
Default value off
Start delay time

Default value 0s
Start volume
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Input range 0.00000 - 9,999.99 mL

Dosing rate
Selection max.
Default value max.
Pause
Default value 0s
Request sample ID
Default value off
Request sample size

requested.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Request sample unit

requested.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Hold at request
background.
Selection on | off
Default value on
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Solution
System Solutions.
determination.
not defined
Sensor
I(pol)
Default value 5 A
U(pol)
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Electrode test
determinations.
Selection on | off
Default value off
Stirrer
meter is activated.
Selection on | off
Default value on
Stirring rate
Input range 15 - 15
Default value 8
Temperature
Titration direction
The titration direction is normally determined automatically from the initial
measured value and the set endpoint. It is recommended that you specify
whenever possible whether the change of the measured value is positive
or negative. If two endpoints have been set then the titration direction will
be defined automatically. In this case the setting will be ignored.
Selection + | - | auto
Default value auto
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+
Positive measured value change, i.e. in the direction of a higher pH
value, greater voltage or greater current.
-
Negative measured value change, i.e. in the direction of a lower pH
value, lesser voltage or lesser current.
auto
The titration direction is determined automatically from the initial mea-
sured value and the set endpoint.
Extraction time
Minimum duration of the titration. The titration will not be canceled dur-
ing the extraction time, even if the endpoint has already been reached.
The titration is, however, canceled if a stop condition is fulfilled during this
time (see Chapter 7.3.6, page 105). The entry of an extraction time may
be advisable, for instance, for the titration of sparingly soluble samples.
Default value 0s
Time interval MP
Time interval for entering a measuring point in the measuring point list.
The measuring point list is limited to 1000 measuring points.
Input range 0.1 - 999,999.0 s
Default value 2.0 s
7.3.4 Control parameters EP1

Menu Parameters Control parameters EP1
The control parameters for the first endpoint are defined under Control
parameters EP1.
Endpoint 1 at
Measured value for the first endpoint.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 20.000 - 20.000
Selection off
Default value off
Measuring mode U and Ipol:

Input range 1,250.0 - 1,250.0 mV
Selection off
Default value off

7 Parameters

Input range 125.00 - 125.00 A
Selection off
Default value off
Titration rate
slow
For steep titration curves for which dosing must be carried out in small
steps at the endpoint.
optimal
fast
For flat titration curves for which the endpoint is reached only slowly.
user
104.
Dynamics
This parameter defines the control range before the specified endpoint.
Individual volume steps are dosed in the control range, the dosing is finely
controlled. The closer the endpoint, the slower the dosing until the dosing
rate defined under Min. rate has been reached. The larger the control
range, the slower the titration. Outside the control range, dosing is carried
out continuously, and the dosing rate is defined under Max. rate.
Measuring mode pH:

Input range 0.001 - 20.000
Default value 2.000
Selection off
Measuring mode U and Ipol:

Input range 0.1 - 1,250.0 mV
Default value 100.0 mV
Selection off


Selection off
Max. rate
Rate at which dosing is carried out outside of the control range. The maxi-
mum dosing rate depends on the cylinder volume (see Chapter 10.1.1,
page 117).
Default value 10.00 mL/min
Selection max.
Min. rate
Rate at which dosing is carried out at the very beginning of the titration
and in the control range at the end of the titration. This parameter has a
decisive influence on the titration rate and thus also on the accuracy. The
smaller the selected minimum rate, the slower the titration.
Input range 0.01 - 9999.00 L/min
Default value 25.00 L/min
Table 3 Default values of the predefined titration rates for SET

Titration rate
slow optimal fast
Dynamics
pH 5.000 2.000 0.500
U und Ipol 300.0 mV 100.0 mV 30.0 mV
Upol 40.00 A 10.00 A 5.00 A
Max. rate 1.00 mL/min 10.00 mL/min maximum
Min. rate 5.00 L/min 25.00 L/min 50.00 L/min
Stop criterion
The titration is canceled when the endpoint has been reached and this
stop criterion has been fulfilled. If no stop criterion has been selected then
the titration will not be canceled. The stop conditions (see Chapter 7.3.6,
page 105) always lead to a stop, even if the stop criterion has not been
reached.

7 Parameters
Selection drift | time | off

Default value drift
drift
The titration is canceled when the stop drift has been reached.
time
The titration is canceled if the endpoint has been exceeded during a
certain time period (Delay time).
off
The titration will not be canceled until the stop conditions have been
fulfilled.
Stop drift
This parameter is visible only when Stop criterion = drift.
The titration is canceled when the endpoint and the stop drift have been
reached.
Input range 1 - 999 L/min
Default value 20 L/min
Delay time
This parameter is visible only when Stop criterion = time.
When the endpoint has been reached, the specified time is allowed to
elapse after the last dosing and the titration is then stopped.
Input range 0 - 999 s
Default value 10 s
7.3.5 Control parameters EP2

Menu Parameters Control parameters EP2
The control parameters for the second endpoint are defined under Con-
trol parameters EP2. The parameters and input ranges are identical
with those for the first endpoint.

tions, if this does not occur automatically. This could be the case when
the endpoint set is not reached or if the stop criterion (see "Stop crite-
rion", page 104) is not fulfilled.
Stop volume

Input range 0.00000 - 9,999.99 mL

Selection off
Stop time
The titration is canceled when the specified time has elapsed following the
termination of the start conditions.
Selection off
Default value off
Filling rate
117).
Selection max.
Default value max.
7.3.7 Calculation
7.3.7.1 General
able.

Edit
Delete

7 Parameters

Result name
in the report.
Entry 12 characters
Default value empty
R1=R5=
Entry 44 characters
Default value empty
Decimal places
Input range 0-5
Default value 2
Result unit
defined
Default value %
User-defined
Save as titer
Selection on | off
Default value off
Save as CV

Selection on | off
Default value off
7.3.8 Statistics
series contains.
Statistics
Selection on | off
Default value off
lations.
page 41).
Input range 2 - 20
Default value 3
7.3.9 Reports
Results
Selection on | off
Default value off
Curve

7 Parameters
Selection on | off
Default value off
Selection on | off
Default value off

Selection on | off
Default value off
Parameters
meter report.
Selection on | off
Default value off
PC/LIMS
report", page 63).
Selection on | off
Default value off

7.4 pH calibration (CAL)

7.4.1 Calibration parameters
Menu Parameters Calibration parameters
Under Calibration parameters, the parameters influencing the run of
the entire calibration are defined.
Signal drift
mum change of the measured value per minute.
Selection off
off
time has elapsed. This can be useful when the electrode is slow to
respond.
Min. waiting time

Default value 10 s
Max. waiting time

elapsed.
Default value 110 s
Temperature
Manually entered calibration temperature. If a temperature sensor is con-
nected then the temperature will be measured continuously.
The temperature can also be entered during the run.

7 Parameters
Sensor
Stirrer
meter is activated.
Selection on | off
Default value on
Stirring rate
Input range 15 - 15
Default value 8
Sample changer
This parameter must be switched on for automatic calibrations with sam-
ple changers (e.g. 869 Compact Sample Changer). Because the buffers are
changed by the sample changer, the run is not paused in order to request
values. The 848 Titrino plus sends a signal (EOD) to the sample changer
via the remote connection as soon as the measurement of one buffer has
been completed (see Figure 25, page 125). The sample changer switches
to the next buffer at that time.
The parameterization of the sample changer is described in the corre-
sponding manual.
NOTE
When calibrating with a sample changer, we recommend connecting

the stirrer to the sample changer. However, the Stirrer parameter has
to be disabled in this case.
Selection on | off
Default value off

7.4.2 Buffers
Menu Parameters Buffers
The buffer type and the number of buffers is defined under Buffers.
Buffer type
Selection of a predefined buffer series or definition of special buffers. In
the case of predefined buffer series, the instrument automatically recogni-
zes which buffer is involved.
Selection Baker | Beckman | DIN | Fisher | Fluka Basel |
Hamilton | Merck CertiPUR | Merck Titrisol |
Metrohm | Mettler | NIST | Precisa | Radiome-
ter | Special
Merck CertiPUR
Reference temperature = 25 C. When using Merck CertiPUR buffers
(20 C) the buffer type Merck Titrisol must be selected.
Special
Up to five calibration buffers can be defined in the method. The auto-
matic buffer recognition is not activated in this case. The buffers must
be measured precisely in the specified sequence.
Number of buffers
Number of buffers that are used for calibration. If calibration is accom-
plished with more than two buffers, then they can be used repeatedly in
order to give them more statistical weight. The first two buffers must,
however, always be different from one another.
Selection 1|2|3|4|5
Default value 2
Buffer 1 pH
This parameter is visible only when Buffer type = Special.
Input range 20.000 - 20.000
Default value 7.000
Buffer 2 pH
Input range 20.000 - 20.000
Default value 4.000
Selection off
Buffer 3 pH

7 Parameters
Input range 20.000 - 20.000

Selection off
Default value off
Buffer 4 pH
See Buffer 3 pH.
Buffer 5 pH
See Buffer 3 pH.
7.4.3 Reports
The reports that will be printed out automatically in connection with a cal-
ibration are defined under Reports.
Results
The result report contains the specifications for the calibration (slope,
pH(0), etc.).
Selection on | off
Default value off
Parameters
meter report.
Selection on | off
Default value off
PC/LIMS
report", page 63).
Selection on | off
Default value off

8.1 Quality management and qualification with Metrohm
8 Operation and maintenance
8.1 Quality management and qualification with

Metrohm
Quality management
Metrohm offers you comprehensive support in implementing quality man-
agement measures for instruments and software.
Qualification
Please contact your local Metrohm representative for support in qualifica-
tion of instruments and software. The Installation Qualification (IQ)
and Operational Qualification (OQ) are offered by Metrohm represen-
tatives as a service. They are carried out by trained employees using stan-
dardized qualification documents and in accordance with the currently
applicable requirements of the regulated industry.
Maintenance
The electronic and mechanical functional groups of Metrohm instruments
can and should be checked by specialist personnel from Metrohm as part
of a regular preventive maintenance schedule. Please ask your local
Metrohm representative regarding the precise terms and conditions
involved in concluding a corresponding maintenance agreement.
For detailed information on this topic, please visit www.metrohm.com.

9 Troubleshooting
9 Troubleshooting
9.1 SET titration
Problem Cause Remedy
The titration will not The minimum dosing rate Define Titration rate = user and increase the
be finished. is too low. minimum rate (Min. rate) (see Chapter 7.3.4,
page 102).
The stop criterion is unsuit- Adjust the control parameters (see Chapter
able. 7.3.4, page 102):
Increase the stop drift.

Select a short delay time.
The sample is over- The control parameters are Adjust the control parameters (see Chapter
titrated. unsuitable. 7.3.4, page 102):
Select Titration rate = slow.

Define Titration rate = user and increase
the control range.
Define Titration rate = user and reduce
the maximum rate (Max. rate).
the minimum rate (Min. rate).
Stir faster.
Arrange the electrode and buret tip to an
optimum.
The electrode responds too Replace the electrode.

slowly.
The titration time is The control parameters are Adjust the control parameters (see Chapter
too long. unsuitable. 7.3.4, page 102):
Select Titration rate = optimal or fast.

the control range.
the maximum rate (Max. rate).
the minimum rate (Min. rate).
The results are The minimum dosing rate Define Titration rate = user and reduce the
spread widely. is too high. minimum rate (Min. rate) (see Chapter 7.3.4,
page 102).

9.2 Miscellaneous

The electrode responds too Replace the electrode.
slowly.
9.2 Miscellaneous
No report is printed. The printer is not recog- Switch the 848 Titrino plus off and then
nized by the instrument. back on again.
Use a USB hub and connect the printer to
the USB hub.
The printer model is not Use a printer which fulfills the required specifi-
compatible. cations (see Chapter 10.4.4, page 121).
The USB keyboard The keyboard or mouse is Switch the 848 Titrino plus off and then
or the PC mouse not recognized by the back on again.
does not function. instrument. Use a USB hub and connect the keyboard
and mouse to the USB hub.
The keyboard or the mouse Use a model which fulfills the required specifi-
is not compatible. cations (see Chapter 10.4, page 119).
The display is no The contrast is set incor- Adjust the contrast correctly (see Chapter 6.1,
longer readable. rectly. page 52).
Mettler XP balances The automatic calibration Deactivate the automatic calibration.

send "R" or "O ----" of the balance is activated.
as ID1.
Message 020-511 The USB flash drive is no 1. Connect the USB flash drive.
"Action not possi- longer connected. 2. Switch the instrument off and then back
ble" is displayed. on again.
The USB flash drive is full. Use a different USB flash drive.
Delete files with the aid of a PC.

10 Appendix
10 Appendix
10.1 Exchange unit

10.1.1 Maximum dosing and filling rate
The maximum dosing rate and maximum filling rate for the exchange unit
depend on the cylinder volume:
Cylinder volume Maximum rate

1 mL 3.00 mL/min
5 mL 15.00 mL/min
10 mL 30.00 mL/min
20 mL 60.00 mL/min
50 mL 150.00 mL/min
Independent of the cylinder volume, values ranging from 0.01 to 166.00

mL/min can always be entered. When the function is carried out the rate
will be, if necessary, decreased automatically to the highest possible value.
10.1.2 Parameters for the preparing (PREP)

The PREP function (Preparing) is used to rinse the cylinder and tubings of
the exchange unit and fill them air bubble-free. You should carry out this
function before the first determination or once per day.
Preparing is carried out with the following, non-alterable settings:
The entire cylinder volume is dosed twice with the maximum dosing
rate.

10.2 Stirring rate
10.2 Stirring rate

The stirring rate can be adjusted in steps of 15 to +15.
The approximate rotational speed can be calculated with the following
formula:
Rotational speed/min (r/min) = 125 stirring rate
Example:
Stirring rate set: 8
Rotational speed in rpm = 125 8 = 1000
r/min
2000
1500
1000
500
-15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15
Figure 21 Rotational speed depending on stirring rate
10.3 Balance
The sample size and the associated unit can be sent from a connected bal-
ance. The sample size is transmitted as a number with up to ten charac-
ters (including algebraic sign and decimal point).
Sample size and unit are sent as a single character string. They are separa-
ted by a space character. The string is terminated with the ASCII charac-
ters CR and LF.
If the balance sends a negative sample size (e.g. when you are reweighing
a sample), then the algebraic sign is adopted. The algebraic sign is, how-
ever, ignored for the calculations.
NOTE
With some balances, the sample identification and the method can be
sent in addition to the sample size.
Make sure that the balance does not send the sample size until the end.

10 Appendix
Mettler AX
For the Mettler AX balance, the fields that contain the sample identifica-
tion or the method must be designated as follows:
Designation for the field with the method name: METHOD
Designation for the field with sample identification 1: ID1
Designation for the field with sample identification 2: ID2
10.4 USB devices
NOTE
USB peripheral devices that are to be connected must support either

the USB 1.0/1.1 (Full Speed) or the USB 2.0 (High Speed) standard. The
maximum data transfer rate is however in any case 12 MBit/s.
Keyboards, PC mice and barcode readers are so-called HID devices
(Human Interface Device) and can be connected via a USB hub only.
Printers should also be connected via a USB hub. Depending on the
manufacturer or printer type a direct connection is however possible.
10.4.1 6.2147.000 numerical USB keypad

The [Num Lock] key must be pressed for navigating in the dialog. The
arrow keys are effective in conjunction with it.
The respective editing dialog must be opened for the numerical input.
Table 4 Key assignment

Key of the 848 Titrino plus or Key on the numerical USB
function in the editing dialog keypad
[BACK] [Home]
[] [] [] []
[] [] [] []
[OK] [Enter]
[BS] (backspace)
Clear [Del]
Accept [Home]

10.4 USB devices
10.4.2 Key assignment of a USB keyboard

ier to enter text and numbers.
The respective editing dialog must be opened for the text input and
numerical input.
Table 5 Key assignment

Key of the 848 Titrino plus or Key on the USB keyboard
function in the editing dialog
[BACK] [Esc]
[] [] [] []
[] [] [] []
[OK] [] (enter key)
or
[Enter] on the numerical keypad
[STOP] [Ctrl] + [S]
[START] [Ctrl] + [G]
[] (backspace)
Clear [Delete]
Cancel [Ctrl] + [Q]
Accept [Esc]
NOTE
The lettering of the USB keyboard may differ from above lettering,
depending on the country-specific keyboard used.
10.4.3 PC mouse
In order to make navigating in the dialog of the 848 Titrino plus easier, a
PC mouse can be connected.
Table 6 Mouse functions

Key of the 848 Titrino plus Mouse function
[OK] Left mouse button
[BACK] Right mouse button

10 Appendix
Key of the 848 Titrino plus Mouse function

[] [] [] [] Mouse movement vertical/hori-
zontal
[] [] Scroll wheel vertical
10.4.4 Printer
The range of USB printers available is extremely varied and constantly
changing. The following points must be taken into account when select-
ing a printer:
USB interface necessary
Printer language: HP-PCL, Canon BJL Commands, Epson ESC P/2 or
ESC/POS
NOTE
Inexpensive printers are often designed solely for use with a PC and
may not be equipped with one of the printer languages listed above.
Such models are not suitable for this reason.
10.5 System initialization

In very rare instances, a faulty file system (e.g. because of a program
crash) may lead to an impairment of program functioning. The internal file
system must be initialized in such cases.
CAUTION
All user data (methods, solutions, etc.) are deleted if a system initializa-
tion is carried out. Afterwards, the instrument will have the factory set-
tings again.
We recommend creating a backup of the system at regular intervals in
order to avoid data losses.
After a system initialization the program versions and language files do

not have to be reloaded. Only the selection of the dialog language may
have to be reset in the system settings.
Proceed as follows for the system initialization:
1 Switching off the instrument

Keep the red [STOP] key pressed down for at least 3 s.

10.6 Remote interface
A progress bar is displayed. If the key is released during this time,

then the instrument will not be switched off.
2 Switching on the instrument

Keep the red [STOP] key pressed down for approx. 10 s.
The dialog for confirmation of the initialization is displayed for 8 s.
The initialization must be confirmed during this time.
3 Confirming the initialization
NOTE
If the request is not confirmed within 8 s, then the procedure will

be canceled.
Press [BACK] twice.

Initialization is started. The process takes approximately 80 s. The
instrument will be automatically restarted after successful initializa-
tion.

10.6.1 Pin assignment of the remote interface
5 1
1 5
9 6
6 9
Figure 22 Pin assignment of remote socket and remote plug
The above figure of the pin assignment applies for all Metrohm instru-
ments with 9-pin D-Sub remote connector.

10 Appendix
Table 7 Inputs and outputs of the remote interface

Pin No. Assignment Function
1 Output 0 Ready/EOD
2 Output 1 Activate/Dosimat
3 Output 2 Titration
4 Output 3 Cond OK
5 Output 4 Error
6 0 volt (GND)
7 +5 volts
8 Input 0 Start
9 Input 1 Stop
Inputs
+5 V approx. 5 k Pull-up
tp
tp > 100 ms
active = low, inactive = high
Outputs
Open Collector
tp
tp > 200 ms
active = low, inactive = high
IC = 20 mA, VCEO = 40 V
+5 V: maximum load = 20 mA

10.6.2 Status diagram of the remote interface

Titration mode DET/MET
[START]
EOD
ready/EOD Output 0
Activ./Dos. Output 1
Titr/Determ Output 2
condOK Output 3
Error Output 4
Start Input 0
Stop Input 1
[STOP]
Figure 23 Remote status diagram DET/MET
Titration mode SET

[START] [START]
EOD
ready/EOD Output 0
condOK Output 3
Error Output 4
Start Input 0
Stop Input 1
[STOP]
Figure 24 Remote status diagram SET

10 Appendix
Measuring mode CAL

[START] [START]
1. Buffer EOD 2. Buffer EOD
ready/EOD Output 0
condOK Output 3
Error Output 4
Start Input 0
Stop Input 1
[STOP]
Figure 25 Remote status diagram CAL
EOD = End of Determination
10.7 Remote control via an RS-232 connection

The 848 Titrino plus can be remote controlled via an RS-232 connection.
For this, a 6.2148.030 RS-232/USB Box is necessary. Connect the
RS-232/USB Box to the USB interface of the instrument.
The RS-232/USB Box has two connectors for RS-232 instruments. The
RS-232 remote control functions only through the connector RS-232/2.
The connector RS-232/1 is designed for connection with a balance. Con-
nect the RS-232/2 connector of the RS-232/USB Box to a serial interface
(COM interface marked with the symbol IOIOI) of a PC. Use a
6.2134.040 connection cable.
6.2134.040
Figure 26 Connecting the RS-232/USB Box to the PC

10.7 Remote control via an RS-232 connection
Interface parameters
We recommend the following parameters for the RS-232 interface
COM2:
Baud rate: 19200
Data bits: 8
Stop bits: 1
Parity: none
Handshake: software
On the 848 Titrino plus, adjust the interface parameters under
Menu System External devices COM2 settings.
Transfer protocol
The data communication is synchronous. On each command there is an
acknowledgement by the instrument.
A command must be sent to the instrument with the control characters
CR LF as terminator. The acknowledgements of the instrument will also
be transferred with CR LF as terminator.
The instrument does not send spontaneous messages.
10.7.1 Commands and variables

Command Function Comment
$G Start/Continue Corresponds to the key [START] or [Con-
tinue]
$S Stop Corresponds to the key [STOP]
$H Hold Hold the method run
$D Scan instrument sta- Acknowledgements: Ready;0, Busy;0 or
tus Hold;0 (0 = no message)
If a message on the instrument requires
the interaction of the user, the acknowl-
edgement of the status scan displays the
corresponding message number. Exam-
ple:
Busy;010-119
= "Check buret unit"
The message can be confirmed with [OK]
or [Cancel], see below.

10 Appendix
Command Function Comment

$A Confirm message Confirm the message on the instrument
with [OK]
A mandatory status scan providing the
message number must take place immedi-
ately before confirming the message, see
above.
$A(OK), $A(CANCEL) Confirm message Confirm the message with [OK] or [Can-
cel]
$A(YES), $A(NO) Confirm message Confirm the message with [Yes] or [No]
$L(method name) Load method The method name has to be known and
unique.
$Q(variable) Request variable value Examples for variables: EP1, R1, C00.
Complete list of the variables, see page
23.
The values of the variables are only available after the end of a determina-
tion (in the status 'ready').
Acknowledgement of Comment
the instrument
OK Command executed
E1 Method not found
E2 Invalid variable
E3 Invalid command
10.8 Arithmetic algorithms in the 848 Titrino plus

Numerical format
The software of the 848 Titrino plus calculates in accordance with the
widespread standard IEEE 754 (IEEE Standard for Binary Floating-Point
Arithmetic for Microprocessor Systems). This means that the numbers are
used in calculations in "double precision" (64 bit). Decimal numbers are
converted into binary numbers in the computer and used in this form for
calculations. The output on the display and in reports once again contains
decimal numbers; the binary numbers are thus converted back into deci-
mal numbers. In order to be able to check the internal calculations per-
formed by the computer yourself in accordance with IEEE 754, the num-
bers are reproduced in the calculation report in complete accuracy. A min-

10.8 Arithmetic algorithms in the 848 Titrino plus
imal difference may arise between an originally entered decimal number

and the internal computer representation in complete accuracy in the
range of the rear decimal places. This difference results from the fact that
an exact binary equivalent does not exist for every decimal number. If, for
example, you enter the sample size 50.3 mg, this will be depicted in the
calculation report in "double precision" with 5.02999999999999E+01.
Rounding-off process
Measured values and results are rounded to the defined number of deci-
mal places (commercial rounding, in accordance with the US Pharmaco-
peia USP). If the digit at the first dropped decimal place is 1, 2, 3 or 4,
then it will be rounded off; if this digit is 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9, then it will be
rounded up. Negative digits will be rounded in accordance with their
amount, i.e. away from zero.
Examples:
2.33 yields 2.3
2.35 yields 2.4
2.47 yields 2.5
2.38 yields 2.4
2.45 yields 2.5
Statistics
The arithmetic mean value and the absolute and relative standard devia-
tions of results are calculated:
You can statistically evaluate a maximum of five results (1 k 5) calcu-
lated in a determination. A statistical series can contain a maximum of 20
determinations (1 n 20).
The following convention applies to the subsequent formulas:
1 n 20 and 1 k 5.
Mean value:
Absolute standard deviation:
Relative standard deviation (in %):
Explanations
The individual values are incorporated in the statistics with full accuracy.

10 Appendix
15 significant places are yielded when the 64 bit numerical format is

applied for the floating-point number in decimal presentation.
The accuracy can be controlled by the selection of the prefix of the unit
(milli, micro) and the number of decimal places.
Example:
The result displayed, 1234.56789158763 mg/L, has 15 significant pla-
ces. It should be rounded off to three decimal places according to the
above rounding-off process:
1234.568 mg/L.
If the same result is expressed in "g/L" (1.23456789158763 g/L), and is
also rounded off to three decimal place, this yields
1.235 g/L.
I.e. you obtain the lowest losses in accuracy with rounding when you
select the application and the numerical format in such a way that the
numbers displayed have as many places before the decimal point as possi-
ble.
A complete recalculation of the statistics using a pocket calculator or PC
calculation programs may exhibit deviations. This can be explained by the
different binary numerical formats used by these computers.
NOTE
The above losses of accuracy by rounding off in the range of significant

places are only relevant theoretically. They are generally several orders
of magnitude less than measurement technique uncertainties (balance
errors, dosing errors, measuring errors).

11.1 Measuring inputs
11 Technical specifications
11.1 Measuring inputs

The measuring cycle is 100 ms for all measuring modes.
11.1.1 Potentiometry
A high-ohm measuring input (Ind.) for pH electrodes and redox electrodes
and a measuring input for separate reference electrodes (Ref.).
Input resistance > 1 1012
Offset current < 1 1012 A
Measuring mode
pH
Measuring 13 - +20
range
Resolution 0.001
Measuring 0.003
accuracy (1 digit, without sensor error, under reference conditions)
Measuring mode
U
Measuring 1,200 - +1,200 mV
range
Resolution 0.1 mV
Measuring 0.2 mV
11.1.2 Polarizer
One measuring input (Pol.) for polarizable electrodes.
Measuring mode Determination with adjustable polarization current.
Ipol
Polarization 120 - +120 A (increment: 1 A)
current 125 - 121 A / +121 - +125 A: non-guaranteed values, dependent
on reference voltage +2.5 V
Measuring 1,200 - +1,200 mV
range
Resolution 0.1 mV
Measuring 0.2 mV

Measuring mode Determination with adjustable polarization voltage.

Upol
Polarization 1,200 - +1,200 mV (increment: 10 mV)
voltage 1,250 - 1,210 mV / +1,210 - +1,250 mV: non-guaranteed values,
dependent on reference voltage +2.5 V
Measuring 120 - +120 A
range
Resolution 0.01 A
Measuring
accuracy
11.1.3 Temperature
A measuring input (Temp.) for temperature sensors of the Pt1000 or NTC
type with automatic temperature compensation.
R (25 C) and B value can be configured for NTC sensors.
Measuring range
Pt1000 150 - +250 C
NTC 5 - +250 C
(For an NTC sensor with R (25 C) = 30,000 and B (25/50) = 4,100 K)
Resolution
Pt1000 0.1 C
NTC 0.1 C
Measuring accu-
racy
Pt1000 0.2 C
(applies for measuring range 20 - +150 C)
NTC 0.6 C
(applies for measuring range +10 - +40 C)

11.2 Dosing drive
11.2 Dosing drive

Resolution 10,000 steps per cylinder volume
Exchange unit
Cylinder volume 1 mL
5 mL
10 mL
20 mL
50 mL
Accuracy Fulfills ISO/DIN standard 8655-3
11.3 Interfaces
USB (OTG) connec- For connecting USB devices.
tor
MSB connector For connecting a stirrer.
Remote connector For connecting instruments with a remote interface.
11.4 Power connection

Supply voltage 100 - 240 V (10%)
Frequency 50 - 60 Hz
Power consump- 45 W
tion
Fuse 2 2.0 ATH, electronic overload protection
11.5 Safety specifications

This instrument fulfills the following electrical safety requirements:
CE marking in accordance with the EU directives:
2006/95/EC (Low Voltage Directive, LVD)
2004/108/EC (EMC Directive, EMC)
Federal Inspectorate for Heavy Current Installations ESTI (Accreditation

Number SCESp 033)
Safety mark for certification type 2 in accordance with NEV (type
testing with market monitoring, EMC conformity)

ETL Listed Mark:

Control number 3144965
UL 61010-1
CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1
Design and testing According to EN/IEC/UL 61010-1, CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1, protection
class I, EN/IEC 60529, degree of protection IP40.
Safety instructions This document contains safety instructions which have to be followed
by the user in order to ensure safe operation of the instrument.
11.6 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

Emission
Standards ful- EN/IEC 61326-1
filled EN/IEC 61000-6-3
EN 55022 / CISPR 22
Immunity
Standards ful- EN/IEC 61326-1
filled EN/IEC 61000-6-2
EN/IEC 61000-4-2
EN/IEC 61000-4-3
EN/IEC 61000-4-4
EN/IEC 61000-4-5
EN/IEC 61000-4-6
EN/IEC 61000-4-11
EN/IEC 61000-4-14
11.7 Ambient temperature

Nominal function +5 - +45 C
range (at a maximum of 85% humidity)
Storage 20 - +60 C
Transport 40 - +60 C

11.8 Reference conditions
11.8 Reference conditions

Ambient tempera- +25 C (3 C)
ture
Relative humidity 60%
Operating temper- Instrument in operation at least 30 min
ature status
Validity of the After adjustment
data
11.9 Dimensions
Material of hous- Poly(butylene terephthalate) (PBT)
ing
Material of display Glass
cover
Width 142 mm
Height 164 mm
Depth 310 mm
Weight 2,950 g

12 Accessories
12 Accessories
Up-to-date information on the scope of delivery and optional accessories
for your instrument can be found on the Internet.
NOTE
When you receive your new instrument, we recommend downloading

the accessories list from the Internet, printing it out and keeping it
together with the manual for reference purposes.
Instruments currently sold

If you do not know the article number of your instrument, proceed as fol-
lows:
Downloading the accessories list
1 Go to the Metrohm website http://www.metrohm.com/com.
2
Click on .
The Search webpage will be displayed.
3 Enter a search term relating to the instrument into the search field
and click on Find.
The search results will be displayed.
4 In the search results, select the Devices tab (if it is not already
selected) and then click on the Metrohm article number of the
required instrument (e.g. 2.852.0050).
The page with information pertaining to the searched article is dis-
played.
5 Select the Parts tab.

The complete list of accessories with the scope of delivery and the
optional accessories will be displayed.
6
Click on .

The Partslists webpage will be displayed.
7 Select the desired output language.
8 With the article number entered, click on the command Generate

PDF.
The PDF file with the accessories data will be created in the language
selected.
Direct access for all instruments

If you are unable to find your instrument using the search as described
above, this may be due to the instrument not being sold anymore. Using
the article number, you can download accessories lists for all instruments
as follows:
Downloading the accessories list
1 Type http://partslists.metrohm.com into your Internet browser.

The Partslists webpage will be displayed.
2 Select the desired output language.
3 Enter the article number and click on the Generate PDF command.
The PDF file with the accessories data will be created in the language
selected.

Index
Index
A Dialog type ............................... 53 Language file
Adapter Directory structure .................... 62 Load ................................... 66
Connect ............................. 12 Dosing Live modifications ..................... 37
Continuous (DOS) ............... 46 Live parameters ........................ 39
B Fixed volume (ADD) ............ 47
Backup ..................................... 62 Dosing rate M
Balance ............................ 35, 118 Maximum ......................... 117 Mains voltage ............................. 4
Connect ............................. 12 Maintenance agreement ........ 114
Interface parameters ........... 64 E Manual control
Balance type ............................. 64 Electrode Dosing ............................... 45
Buffers Connect ............................... 9 Measuring .......................... 49
CAL .................................. 112 Electrode connector Stirring ............................... 50
Buret unit pH electrode ........................ 8 MET ..................................... 1, 17
Prepare (PREP) .................... 45 Polarizable electrode ............. 8 Parameters ......................... 83
Redox electrode ................... 8 Method .................................... 25
C Reference electrode .............. 8 Create ................................ 25
CAL Electrostatic charge .................... 5 Delete ................................ 62
Parameters ....................... 110 End of Determination EOD ..... 125 Export ................................ 28
Calculation ................. 79, 93, 106 ERC .................................... 79, 93 Import ................................ 62
Delete .................. 80, 94, 106 Evaluation Load ................................... 27
Edit ...................... 80, 94, 106 DET .............................. 76, 78 Save ................................... 26
Numerical format ............. 127 MET ............................. 90, 93 MSB
Rounding-off process ....... 128 Exchange unit Connector ............................ 8
Calibration parameters Attach ................................ 16
CAL .................................. 110 Expert dialog ............................ 53 N
Common variable ..................... 60 Navigate ................................... 21
Edit .................................... 60 F Numerical input ........................ 22
Common Variable Filling rate
Delete ................................ 60 Maximum ......................... 117 O
Set to invalid ...................... 60 Formula editor .......................... 23 Operation
Conditioning General .............................. 20
SET ..................................... 97 G Operational qualification ........ 114
Contrast ................................... 54 Graphics width ......................... 64
Control ..................................... 29 P
Autostart ............................ 29 I Parameters
Sample table ...................... 29 Initialization ............................ 121 CAL .................................. 110
Control parameters Installation qualification .......... 114 DET .................................... 68
SET ................................... 102 Instrument MET ................................... 83
Curve ....................................... 41 Switch off ........................... 20 Modify live ......................... 39
Switch on ........................... 19 SET ..................................... 97
D Instrument diagnosis ................ 66 PC/LIMS report ......................... 63
DET ...................................... 1, 17 Pin assignment ....................... 122
Parameters ......................... 68 K PREP
Determination Keyboard Parameters ....................... 117
Cancel ................................ 37 Connect ............................. 12 Preparing
Carry out ............................ 35 Key assignment ........ 119, 120 Parameters ....................... 117
Result ................................. 40 Keyboard layout ....................... 64 Print ......................................... 43
Diagnosis ................................. 67 Printer .............................. 63, 121
Dialog language ....................... 52 L Connect ............................. 12
Load ................................... 66 Language ................................. 52 Program crash ........................ 121

Index
Program version Modify live ......................... 37 Switch off ................................. 20

Update ............................... 66 Sample size Switch on ................................. 19
Send from a balance ... 35, 118 System initialization ................ 121
Q Sample table ............................ 32 System settings ......................... 52
Quality management .............. 114 Insert line ........................... 34
Modify live ......................... 38 T
R Sensor ...................................... 56 Temperature sensor
Recalculate ............................... 40 Add .................................... 56 Connect ............................... 9
Remote Connect ............................... 9 Text input ................................. 22
Connector ............................ 8 Delete ................................ 56 Titration mode
Interface ........................... 122 Edit .................................... 56 DET ...................................... 1
Pin assignment ................. 122 Sensor connector MET ..................................... 1
Status diagram ................. 124 pH electrode ........................ 8 SET ....................................... 1
Remote cable Polarizable electrode ............. 8 Titration parameters
Connect ............................. 15 Redox electrode ................... 8 DET .................................... 69
Remote control ...................... 125 Reference electrode .............. 8 MET ................................... 84
Report Temperature sensor .............. 8 SET ................................... 100
Print manually .................... 43 Service ....................................... 4
Select ................... 81, 95, 108 SET ....................................... 1, 18 U
Reports .................................. 113 Parameters ......................... 97 Update
Result ....................................... 40 Solution .................................... 58 Dialog language ................. 66
Recalculate ......................... 41 Add .................................... 58 Program version ................. 66
Rounding-off process ....... 128 Delete ................................ 58 USB ........................................ 119
Save as a common variable . 61 Edit solution ....................... 58 Numerical keypad ............. 119
Save as CV ............ 81, 95, 107 Start conditions PC keyboard ..................... 120
Save as titer .......... 80, 94, 107 DET .................................... 68 PC mouse ......................... 120
Result report MET ................................... 83 Printer .............................. 121
Define .................. 81, 95, 108 SET ..................................... 98 USB (OTG)
Routine dialog .......................... 54 Statistics ............... 41, 81, 95, 108 Connector ............................ 8
RS-232 Stirrer USB device
Interface parameters ........... 65 Connect ............................. 11 Adapter .............................. 12
RS-232 connection ................. 125 Stirring rate ............................ 118 Connect ............................. 12
Stop conditions USB flash drive
S DET .................................... 75 Directory structure .............. 62
Safety instructions ...................... 4 MET ................................... 89 User name ................................ 52
Sample data SET ................................... 105
Enter .................................. 30

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2 Overview of the instrument 7

848 Titrino plus III

5.2.3 Navigating in the dialog ......................................................... 21

IV 848 Titrino plus

6.6 Configuring external devices ............................................. 63

8 Operation and maintenance 114

848 Titrino plus V

11 Technical specifications 130

VI 848 Titrino plus

848 Titrino plus VII

1.1 Instrument description

1.1.1 Titration and measuring modes

848 Titrino plus 1

1.1.3 Intended use

1.2 About the documentation

Please read through this documentation carefully before putting the

2 848 Titrino plus

1.2.1 Symbols and conventions

Cross-reference to figure legend

848 Titrino plus 3

1.3 Safety instructions

This instrument may only be operated in accordance with the specifica-

1.3.2 Electrical safety

Only personnel qualified by Metrohm are authorized to carry out service

Never open the housing of the instrument. The instrument could be

An incorrect mains voltage can damage the instrument.

4 848 Titrino plus

Protection against electrostatic charges

Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic charges and can be

1.3.3 Tubing and capillary connections

1.3.4 Flammable solvents and chemicals

All relevant safety measures are to be observed when working with

1.3.5 Recycling and disposal

848 Titrino plus 5

6 848 Titrino plus

2 Overview of the instrument

Figure 1 Front 848 Titrino plus

1 Piston rod 2 Contact pins

848 Titrino plus 7

Figure 2 Rear 848 Titrino plus

1 Electrode connector (Ind.) 2 Type plate

3 Electrode connector (Ref.) 4 Mains connection socket

5 USB (OTG) connector 6 MSB connector

7 Temperature sensor connector (Temp.) 8 Remote connector

9 Electrode connector (Pol.)

8 848 Titrino plus

3.1 Setting up the instrument

3.2 Connecting a sensor

Figure 3 Connecting pH or redox electrodes

848 Titrino plus 9

The electrode cable is protected against accidental disconnection of the

Connecting a reference electrode

Figure 4 Connecting a reference electrode

Connecting a temperature sensor or an electrode with inte-

Figure 5 Connecting a temperature sensor