Instruction Manual

CON 700 Conductivity/ºC/ºF Bench Meter

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Part of Thermo Fisher Scientific 68X541702 Rev. 3 Nov 2010

 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................. 1
2. GETTING STARTED........................................................ 2
2.1 Keypad Functions ................................................................... 2
2.2 LCD Annunciators ................................................................... 3
2.3 Meter Connections .................................................................. 3
3. ELECTRODE INFORMATION ......................................... 4
4. CALIBRATION ................................................................. 4
4.1 Automatic or Manual Calibration ............................................. 4
4.2 Single or Multi-Point Calibration .............................................. 5
4.3 General Calibration Tips ......................................................... 6
4.4 Automatic Conductivity Calibration Procedure ........................ 6
4.5 Manual Conductivity & TDS Calibration Procedure................. 7
4.6 Temperature Calibration ......................................................... 7
5. MEASUREMENT.............................................................. 7
5.1 Taking Measurements............................................................. 7
5.2 Automatic and Manual Ranging .............................................. 8
5.3 HOLD Function ....................................................................... 8
5.4 Storing and Recalling Data ..................................................... 8
6. SETUP FUNCTIONS........................................................ 9
6.1 P1.0 CAL (Calibration) ............................................................ 9
6.2 P2.0 ELE (Electrode Information)............................................ 9
6.3 P3.0 ConF (Configuration) ...................................................... 9
6.4 P3.1 rdY (Ready / Stability Indicator) ...................................... 9
6.5 P3.2 ºC ºF (Celcius Or Fahrenheit) ......................................... 10
6.6 P3.3 AtC (Automatic Temperature Compensation) ................. 10
6.7 P3.4 tdS (Total Dissolved Solids factor).................................. 10
6.8 P3.5 t.CO (Temperature Coefficient)....................................... 10
6.9 P3.6 t.nr (Normalization Temperature in ºC) ........................... 11
6.10 ACAL (Automatic Conductivity Calibration)............................. 11
6.11 SPC (Single Point Calibration) ................................................ 11
6.12 CELL (Nominal Cell Constant) ................................................ 12
6.13 P4.0 rSt (Reset) ..................................................................... 12
6.14 P5.0 CLr (Clear Memory) ....................................................... 12
7. CALCULATING TDS CONVERSION FACTOR .............. 13
8. CALCULATING TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENTS........ 14
9. REPLACEMENTS AND ACCESSORIES........................ 15
10. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE......................................... 16
11. SPECIFICATIONS............................................................ 17
12. WARRANTY..................................................................... 18
13. RETURN OF ITEMS......................................................... 18
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing our Con 700 series benchtop meter.
This microprocessor-based meter is economical and simple to
use. The design incorporates a large LCD for clear viewing, yet
offers a small footprint to conserve space.

The CON 700 measures conductivity or TDS, and temperature

(ºC or ºF) simultaneously.

Each meter includes a convenient slide-out card for quick

reference.

Some configurations include an electrode arm and metal

bracket which can be easily attached to the left or right side of
the meter according to your preference.

The CON 700 series benchtop meter replaces our popular CON
510 series meter that was introduced in 2002.

We take great pride in every instrument we manufacture

and hope this one serves you well.

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2. GETTING STARTED
2.1 Keypad Functions

Powers the meter on and off. Upon power on, the meter
automatically begins in the mode that was last used.
Calibration and memory values are retained even if meter
is unplugged.

Toggle between available measurement modes—

Conductivity with Temperature or TDS with Temperature.
Also used to switch to Temperature calibration during
Conductivity or TDS calibration mode.

Press and hold for 5 seconds to enter SETUP mode.

Toggles between measurement and calibration modes.

In SETUP mode, returns user to the measurement mode.

Confirms calibration values in CAL mode.

Confirms selections in SETUP mode.
Changes range and resolution in MEAS mode.
View recalled values in memory mode.

MI (Memory Insert) stores values into memory.

S Increase value. Scroll up in SETUP & CAL modes.

MR (Memory Recall) recalls values from memory

T Decrease value. Scroll down in SETUP & CAL modes.

Freezes measured reading. Press again to resume

live reading.

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2.2 LCD Annunciators

2.3 Meter Connections

CON/
8-pin DIN connection for 2-cell Con/TDS/Temp electrode
Temp

DC Power supply

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3. ELECTRODE INFORMATION
The CON700 includes an electrode with a nominal cell constant of
k = 1.0, built-in temperature sensor, and 1 meter cable. The Ultem
body housing has good chemical resistant properties. The
electrode design offers fast temperature response and reduces air
entrapment, ensuring accurate, repeatable, and stable readings.
The wetted materials of the probe include:
• Polyetherimide (Ultem) – protective probe guard
• Polybutylterphalate (Valox) – sensor housing
• Stainless Steel (SS 304) – 2 bands
The protective probe guard can be removed temporarily for
cleaning however it must be re-attached during measurement and
calibration. Erroneous results will occur while the probe guard
is removed.
Always immerse the probe beyond upper steel band for best
results. Use the fill line on the outside of the probe guard for
reference.

4. CALIBRATION
4.1 Automatic or Manual Calibration
The CON 700 is capable of automatic or manual calibration for
conductivity, and manual calibration for TDS.
In the automatic calibration mode, the meter will automatically select
one of (4) conductivity calibration standard values depending on the
range and normalization temperature being used (TABLE 1).
If you only use calibration standards that are listed in TABLE 1,
automatic calibration is recommended. If you intend to calibrate with
one or more standards that are not listed in TABLE 1, the CON 700
must be set for manual calibration instead.

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The factory default is automatic conductivity calibration. See Section
6.10 to change this setting. There is no automatic calibration value
available for conductivity range 1.
TABLE 1
Automatic Calibration Values
Range Conductivity
Normalization Temperature
# Range
25 ºC 20 ºC
r1 0.00 – 20.00 μS None None
r2 20.1 – 200.0 μS 84 μS 76 μS
r3 201 – 2000 μS 1413 μS 1278 μS
r4 2.01 – 20.00 mS 12.88 mS 11.67 mS
r5 20.1 – 200.0 mS 111.8 mS 102.1 mS

Range TDS Range Automatic Calibration

# (using 0.5 TDS factor) Values
r1 0 – 10.00 ppm none
r2 10.1 – 100.0 ppm none
r3 101 – 1000 ppm none
r4 1.01 – 10.00 ppt none
r5 10.1 – 100 ppt none

4.2 Single or Multi-Point Calibration

Use Single-Point Calibration to apply a single calibration value across
all ranges.
Use Multi-Point Calibration for individual calibration in each range. This
will restrict an individual calibration so that it is applied to one range
only. When using multi-point calibration, perform a calibration in each
range that you expect to use for best results.

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The factory default is Single-Point Calibration. See Section 6.11 to
change this setting.
4.3 General Calibration Tips
For best results, periodic calibration with known accurate standards is
recommended. A maximum of one calibration point per range can be
performed. If multiple calibration points are used in the same range,
the most recent one will replace the previous one.
When the electrode is replaced, it is best to clear the calibration to the
factory default values (see Section 6.13).
Rinse or immerse the probe before calibration and between samples
with clean water (deionized water is ideal).
The CON 700 has non-volatile memory which will retain all calibration
values, as well as meter settings and memory values upon meter shut
down or unexpected power loss.
To protect from erroneous calibrations, the allowable tolerance is ±40%
of the factory default value.
Low conductivity standard solutions (less than 20 µS) are unstable and
are very temperature dependent. As a result, reproducible calibration
results are challenging in lowest measurement range #1 (0.00 to 20.0
µS).
4.4 Automatic Conductivity Calibration Procedure

1) Press as needed to select conductivity (μS or mS).

2) Dip the electrode into the conductivity standard and press .
Provide stirring for best results.
3) The primary display will show the factory default value, while the
secondary display will lock on the appropriate automatic standard
value from TABLE 1.
4) When the READY indicator appears, press to accept. The
primary reading will flash briefly before returning to measurement
mode upon successful calibration.

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4.5 Manual Conductivity & TDS Calibration Procedure

1) Press as needed to select conductivity (μS or mS) or TDS

(ppm or ppt) calibration.
2) Dip the electrode into the calibration standard and press .
Provide stirring for best results.
3) The primary display will show the current reading, while the
secondary display will be the factory default value. Adjust the
temperature reading using or . Press to accept. The
primary reading will flash briefly before returning to measurement
mode upon successful calibration.

4.6 Temperature Calibration

The thermistor sensor used for automatic temperature compensation
and measurement is accurate and stable, so frequent calibration isn’t
required. Temperature calibration is recommended upon probe
replacement, whenever the temperature reading is suspect, or if
matching against a certified thermometer is desired.

1) Place the probe into a solution with a known accurate temperature

such as a constant temperature bath.
2) Press followed by . The primary display shows the
measured temperature while the secondary display shows the
factory default temperature.
4) Adjust the temperature using or . Press to accept or
to cancel. The meter allows an adjustable maximum value of ±
5ºC (or ± 9ºF) from the factory default temperature.

5. MEASUREMENT
5.1 Taking Measurements
1) Rinse the electrode with de-ionized or distilled water before use
to remove any impurities. Gently shake excess water droplets.

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2) Dip the probe into the sample beyond the upper steel band
(utilize the fill line on the outside of the probe guard for
reference).
3) Allow time for the reading to stabilize. Note the reading on the display.
The clear yellow protective probe guard must be attached during
measurement. Erroneous results will occur while the probe guard is
removed.

5.2 Automatic and Manual Ranging

The CON 700 automatically selects the optimum range in which your
readings appear. Refer to TABLE 1 for a list of the available ranges.

To turn-off automatic ranging, press . MEAS will flash, indicating

that manual ranging is active. To manually select the next range,
press again. After range 5, automatic ranging is resumed.
For example, a reading of 465 μS will automatically settle in range 3.
Using manual range advancement this will read as 0.47 mS in range 4,
and 0.5 mS in range 5. For best resolution, use auto-ranging.
5.3 HOLD Function

For prolonged observation of a reading, press during

measurement mode to freeze the display. The “HOLD” indicator will
display when the reading is held. To release the held value and
resume measurement, press again or insert the held value into
memory by pressing .
5.4 Storing and Recalling Data
The CON 700 can retain up to 100 data points into memory for
later retrieval.
1) In the measurement mode, press to insert the measured value
into memory. The stored memory location value (StO) is briefly
displayed.

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2) To recall data from memory, press . The location of the most
recent stored data is displayed first. Press or to select the
location of the desired data, then press to accept.
3) Press to return to the stored data location. Press to return
to measurement mode. To erase stored data, see Section 6.14.

6. SETUP FUNCTIONS
Use the set up mode to customize your instrument operation. During
measurement, press and hold for 5 seconds to enter SETUP
mode.
Press or to change programs or change options.
Press to select the program or confirm selection.
Press to go back one level or return to measurement mode.

6.1 P1.0 CAL (Calibration)

Press to view stored calibration points in each range.

6.2 P2.0 ELE (Electrode Information)

Press to view cell efficiency in each range.

6.3 P3.0 ConF (Configuration)

Press to access set-up programs 3.1 thru 3.9.

6.4 P3.1 rdY (Ready / Stability Indicator)

Press .

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 Press or to choose READY “On”, READY “OFF”, or
Auto HOLd.
Press to confirm.

6.5 P3.2 ºC ºF (Celcius Or Fahrenheit)

Press .
Press or to select ºC or ºF.
Press to confirm.

6.6 P3.3 AtC (Automatic Temperature Compensation)

Press .
Press or to select “Yes” or “No”.
Press to confirm.

6.7 P3.4 tdS (Total Dissolved Solids factor)

Press .
Press or to select the desired TDS factor (.40 to
1.00).
Press to confirm.

6.8 P3.5 t.CO (Temperature Coefficient)

The temperature coefficient is the amount of change in conductivity per
degree temperature (% per ºC). The CON 700 is factory set to a
temperature coefficient of 2.1 % per ºC. For most applications this will
provide good results. The meter allows adjustment from 0.0 to 10.0.
TIP: Select 0.0% for uncompensated measurements. The temperature
will be measured by the electrode and displayed in measurement
mode—without compensation.
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See Section 8 – Calculating Temperature Coefficients.

Press .
Press or to select the desired value (0.00 to 10.0).
Press to confirm.

6.9 P3.6 t.nr (Normalization Temperature in ºC)

When Automatic Temperature Compensation is used, measurements
are adjusted by the temperature coefficient to the normalization
temperature. The default value is 25 ºC.
Press .
Press or to select the desired value (15.0 to 30.0).
Press to confirm.

6.10 P3.7 ACAL (Automatic Conductivity Calibration)

See Section 4.1 for more details on Automatic Conductivity Calibration.
Press .
Press or to select “Yes” (Automatic) or “No” (Manual).
Press to confirm.

6.11 P3.8 SPC (Single Point Calibration)

See Section 4.2 for details on Single Point & Multi Point Calibration.
Press .
Press or to select “Yes” (Single) or “No” (Multi).
Press to confirm.

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6.12 P3.9 CELL (Nominal Cell Constant)
The CON 700 includes a probe with a nominal cell constant (k) of 1.0.
Use probes with k = 0.1 and 10 (sold separately) for improved
performance in extreme sample ranges. Use this setup function to
change the cell constant if necessary. Meter default is 1.0 to match the
included probe.
k = 0.1 ideal for low measurements <20 µS (<10 ppm).
k = 1.0 ideal for mid-range measurements
k = 10 ideal for high measurements >20 mS (>10 ppt).
Press .
Press or to select 0.1, 1.0, or 10.0
Press to confirm.

6.13 P4.0 rSt (Reset)

Press .
Press or to select “Yes” (Reset) or “No” (Cancel).
If “Yes”, press or to select “Cal” (calibration reset
only) or “FCt” (complete reset to factory default settings).
Press to confirm.

6.14 P5.0 CLr (Clear Memory)

Press .
Press or to select “Yes” (Erase memory) or “No”.
Press to confirm.

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7. CALCULATING TDS CONVERSION FACTOR
You can calibrate TDS using the value of the calibration standard solution
at a standard temperature such as 25 ºC. To determine the conductivity-
to-TDS conversion factor use the following formula:
Factor = Actual TDS ÷ Actual Conductivity @ 25 ºC

• Actual TDS: Value from the solution bottle label or as a

standard made using high purity water and precisely weighed
salts.
ppm = milligram of salt(s) per liter of water = mg/L
ppt = gram of salt(s) per liter of water = g/L

• Actual Conductivity: Value measured using a properly

calibrated Conductivity/Temperature meter.

Both the Actual TDS and the Actual Conductivity values must be in the
same magnitude of units. For example, if the TDS value is in ppm the
conductivity value must be in µS; if the TDS value is in ppt the conductivity
value must be in mS.
Check your factor by multiplying the conductivity reading by the factor in
the above formula. The result should be in TDS value.
When the TDS factor is set to 1.0, Conductivity = TDS.

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8. CALCULATING TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENTS
To determine the temperature coefficient of your sample solution use this
formula:

Where:
tc = Temperature coefficient 25 = 25 ºC
CT1 = Conductivity at Temp 1 CT2 = Conductivity at Temp 2
T1 = Temp 1 T2 = Temp 2
NOTE: A controlled temperature water bath is ideal for this procedure.
1. Immerse the probe into a sample of your solution and adjust the
temperature coefficient to 0% (that is, no compensation) by following
instructions as described in Section 6.8.
2. Wait for 5 minutes. Note T1 and CT1 (conductivity at T1).
3. Condition the sample solution and probe to a temperature (T2) that is
about 5 ºC to 10 ºC different from T1, and note the conductivity
reading CT2.

NOTE: Record your results for future reference. Ideally T1 and T2 should
bracket your measurement temperature, and should not differ by
more than 5 ºC.
4. Calculate the temperature coefficient of your solution according to the
formula shown above.
5. Enter the calculated temperature coefficient into the meter.

The calculated temperature coefficient will now be applied to all the meter
readings.

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9. REPLACEMENTS AND ACCESSORIES

Part number Ordering Code

Item Description
Eutech Instruments Oakton Instruments

CON 700 Benchtop with electrode and

ECCON70043S 35411-00
integral stand,100/240 VAC

Replacement electrode, k = 1.0 CONSEN9501D 35608-74

Epoxy/platinum electrode, k = 0.1 93X546101 35608-72

Glass/platinum electrode, k = 1.0 - 35608-76

Epoxy/platinum electrode, k = 10.0 93X546102 35608-78

SMPS, 100/240 VAC, 9V, 6W power adapter 60X030130 35615-07

10 μS, (20) x 20mL Sachets ECCON10BS 35653-09

84 µS, 480 mL bottle* ECCON84BT 00653-16

100 μS, 480 mL bottle ECCON100BT -

447 μS, 480 mL bottle ECCON447BS 00653-47

500 μS, 480 mL bottle ECCON500BT -

1413 μS, 480 mL bottle* ECCON1413BT 00653-18

1413 μS, (20) x 20mL Sachets* ECCON1413BS 35653-11

2764 μS, 480 mL bottle ECCON2764BT 00653-20

2764 μS, (20) x 20mL Sachets ECCON2764BS 35653-12

5.0 mS, 480 mL bottle ECCON5000BT -

12.88 mS, 480 mL bottle* ECCON1288BT 00606-10

15 mS, (20) x 20mL Sachets ECCON15000BS 35653-13

111.8 mS, 480 mL bottle* ECCON1118BT -

* Calibration Standard Value at 25 ºC

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10. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

No display Main power not switched a) Switch on the power supply.

on. AC Adapter socket not b) Re-insert AC Adapter.
inserted properly.

“Ur” (Under Measured value is out Check electrode is connected.

range) of range. Clean or replace electrode.
“Or” (Over Electrodes not connected. Recalibrate the meter.
range) Electrode clogged, dirty Confirm measurement condition.
in primary or or broken.
secondary Treat samples to bring within
Meter not calibrated. meter measuring range.
display
Wrong temp value. Reset meter.

Slow Dirty electrode. Clean the electrode.

response Temperature of sample is Allow temperature to stabilize.
changing.

Meter not Manual HOLD or Auto

responding to HOLD is active. Press to deactivate manual
key press HOLD. See Section 6.4 to disable
Worn keypad.
Auto Hold feature if enabled.
Contact Technical Service.

Invalid key; Button is not Press alternate key.

functional in the current Select valid key depending on
operation mode. current mode.
Secondary Conductivity calibration Ensure electrode guard has not
display standard is not within 40% been removed.
continually of expected value during Use fresh or different calibration
scrolls automatic calibration. standard.

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11. SPECIFICATIONS

Conductivity ..µS to 200.0 mS

Range
Conductivitity
0.01 / 0.1 / 1 μS ; 0.01 / 0.1 mS
Resolution
TDS Range .. to 100.0 ppt @ 0.5 fact (200.0 @ 1 factor)
Resolution 0.01 / 0.1 / 1 ppm ; 0.01 / 0.1 ppt
Accuracy ±1% Full Scale
Cell Constant 0.1, 1.0, 10.0 (selectable)
TDS Factor 0.40 to 1.00 (adjustable)
Automatic (4 points); Maximum 1 per range
Calibration points
Manual (5 points); Maximum 1 per range
Temperature
Range (Meter) 0.0 to 100.0 ºC / 32.0 to 212.0 ºF
Automatic with supplied cell or Manual.
Compensation
0.0 to 100 ºC / 32.0 to 212.0 ºF,
Type & Range
0.0 to 80 ºC / 32.0 to 176.0 ºF with supplied cell
Resolution 0.1 ºC / 0.1 ºF
Accuracy ± 0.5ºC / ± 0.9ºF
Calibration Offset in 0.1 º increments; Offset range: ± 5.0 ºC / ± 9.0 ºF
Coefficient 0.0 to 10.00 per ºC
Auto-ranging Yes
Hold Function Yes
Memory 100 data sets
Input 8-pin DIN
Power AC/DC 9V, 6W Adapter (100/240 VAC, 50-60Hz)
Dimensions (mm) meter only = 175 (L) x 155 (W) x 69 (H)

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12. WARRANTY
This meter is supplied with a warranty against significant deviations in
material and workmanship for a period of THREE years from date of
purchase whereas probe with a SIX month warranty.
If repair or adjustment is necessary and has not been the result of abuse
or misuse within the designated period, please return – freight prepaid –
and correction will be made without charge. Eutech Instruments/Oakton
Instruments will determine if the product problem is due to deviations or
customer misuse.
Out of warranty products will be repaired on a charged basis.
The warranty on your instrument shall not apply to defects resulting from:

• Improper or inadequate maintenance by customer

• Unauthorized modification or misuse

• Operation outside of the environment specifications of

the products

13. RETURN OF ITEMS

Authorization must be obtained from our Customer Service Department or
authorized distributor before returning items for any reason. A “Return
Material Authorization” (RMA) form is available through our authorized
distributor. Please include data regarding the reason the items are to be
returned. For your protection, items must be carefully packed to prevent
damage in shipment and insured against possible damage or loss.
Eutech Instruments will not be responsible for damage resulting from
careless or insufficient packing. A restocking charge will be made on all
unauthorized returns.
NOTE: Eutech Instruments Pte Ltd /Oakton Instruments reserve the right
to make improvements in design, construction, and appearance of
products without notice.

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