Measure

what is measurable
and make measurable
that which is not.
Galileo Galilei (1564-1642)

Instruction Manual and Safety Information

Abbemat 350/550

Automatic Refractometer

Instrument Software Version: 5.20

(Original Instructions)
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Date: 2020-01-17
Document number: D22IB001EN-M

Instruction Manual and Safety Information

Abbemat 350/550

Automatic Refractometer

Instrument Software Version: 5.20

(Original Instructions)
 Contents

Contents
1 Safety Instructions.................................................................................................................................. 7
1.1 General Safety Instructions............................................................................................................... 7
1.2 Conventions for Safety Messages .................................................................................................... 8
1.3 Safety Signs on the Instrument......................................................................................................... 8
2 Abbemat - An Overview.......................................................................................................................... 9
2.1 Functional Components .................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Abbemat Desktop ............................................................................................................................. 9
3 Checking the Supplied Parts ............................................................................................................... 11
4 Installing the Instrument ...................................................................................................................... 12
4.1 Installation Requirements ............................................................................................................... 12
4.2 Switching On the Instrument .......................................................................................................... 12
5 Operating the Instrument ..................................................................................................................... 13
5.1 Main Screen ................................................................................................................................... 13
5.2 Input Control Elements ................................................................................................................... 14
5.3 Using Favorites ............................................................................................................................... 15
5.4 Setting Date and Time .................................................................................................................... 15
5.5 Regional Settings............................................................................................................................ 15
5.6 Input Unit for Temperatures ............................................................................................................ 15
5.7 Time Server .................................................................................................................................... 15
5.8 Network........................................................................................................................................... 16
5.9 Instrument Name and Location....................................................................................................... 16
5.10 Setting the Screen Saver .............................................................................................................. 16
5.11 Setting the Feedback Beep........................................................................................................... 16
5.12 Calibrating the Touchscreen ......................................................................................................... 16
5.13 Select Methods with Bar Code Reader......................................................................................... 16
5.14 Adjusting the Display Brightness .................................................................................................. 16
5.15 USB Storage Device ..................................................................................................................... 16
6 Measuring System Settings ................................................................................................................. 17
6.1 Sample List ..................................................................................................................................... 17
6.2 Managing the Sample List .............................................................................................................. 17
6.3 Automatic Sample Naming ............................................................................................................. 18
6.4 User-defined Data Fields ................................................................................................................ 18
6.5 Sample List Warnings ..................................................................................................................... 18
6.6 Mandatory Data Fields.................................................................................................................... 18
6.7 Display of Current Values ............................................................................................................... 18
6.8 Display of Errors ............................................................................................................................. 19
6.9 Export Instrument Settings.............................................................................................................. 19
7 User Groups, Accounts and Passwords ............................................................................................ 20
7.1 Logging On/Off ............................................................................................................................... 20
7.2 Managing User Accounts................................................................................................................ 20
7.3 User Group Administration.............................................................................................................. 21
8 Checking, Adjusting and Calibrating .................................................................................................. 22
8.1 Definitions ....................................................................................................................................... 22
8.2 Checks ............................................................................................................................................ 22
8.3 Water Adjustments.......................................................................................................................... 23
8.4 One Point Adjustments ................................................................................................................... 23
8.5 Two Point Adjustments ................................................................................................................... 23
8.6 Setting the Air Reference................................................................................................................ 24
8.7 Viewing, Printing or Exporting Adjustment Data ............................................................................. 24
8.8 Restoring the Factory Adjustment................................................................................................... 24
8.9 Calibrating....................................................................................................................................... 25
8.10 Reference Standard Management................................................................................................ 25

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9 Measuring Methods .............................................................................................................................. 26

9.1 Measurement Mode ........................................................................................................................ 26
9.2 Measurement Accuracy .................................................................................................................. 27
9.3 Defining Methods ............................................................................................................................ 27
9.4 Quick Settings................................................................................................................................. 28
9.5 Editing Methods .............................................................................................................................. 29
9.6 Selecting a Method ......................................................................................................................... 29
10 Measuring ............................................................................................................................................ 30
10.1 General Sample Settings .............................................................................................................. 30
10.2 Monitor Mode ................................................................................................................................ 30
10.3 Applying a Sample ........................................................................................................................ 30
10.4 Performing a Measurement .......................................................................................................... 31
11 Upkeep and Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 32
11.1 Cleaning Instrument Housing and Touchscreen........................................................................... 32
11.2 Cleaning the Measuring Prism...................................................................................................... 32
11.3 Cleaning a Flow Cell ..................................................................................................................... 33
11.4 Cleaning a Flow Cell with Filling Funnel ....................................................................................... 33
11.5 Storing the Instrument................................................................................................................... 33
11.6 Drying Cartridge............................................................................................................................ 34
12 Maintenance and Repair..................................................................................................................... 35
12.1 Warranty ....................................................................................................................................... 35
12.2 Repair Performed by an Authorized Anton Paar Representative ................................................. 35
Appendix A: Technical Data ................................................................................................................... 36
Appendix A.1: General Technical Data................................................................................................. 36
Appendix A.2: Specifications ................................................................................................................ 37
Appendix A.3: Wetted Parts.................................................................................................................. 37
Appendix B: Menu Tree........................................................................................................................... 38
Appendix C: Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 41
Appendix D: CE Certificate ..................................................................................................................... 43

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 1 Safety Instructions

1 Safety Instructions
• Read the documentation before using the instru- • Make sure all operators are trained to use the
ment. instrument safely and correctly before starting
any applicable operations.
• Follow all hints and instructions in the documen-
tation to ensure the correct use and safe func- • In case of damage or malfunction, do not con-
tioning of the instrument. tinue operating the instrument. Do not operate
the instrument under conditions which could
• The documentation is a part of the product.
result in damage to goods or injuries or loss of
Keep it for the complete working life of the prod-
life.
uct and make sure it is easily accessible for all
persons involved with the product. If you receive • If liquid has been spilled over the instrument,
any additions or revisions to the documentation disconnect the instrument from the AC power
from Anton Paar GmbH, these must be treated supply. Clean and dry the housing of the instru-
as part of the documentation. ment. If you have a suspicion that liquid got into
the instrument, have the instrument cleaned and
checked for electrical safety by a service techni-
1.1 General Safety Instructions cian.

Liability Maintenance and service

• This document does not claim to address all • Service and repair procedures may only be car-
safety issues associated with the use of the ried out by authorized personnel or by Anton
instrument and samples. It is your responsibility Paar GmbH.
to establish health and safety practices and to
determine the applicability of regulatory limita- Disposal
tions. • Concerning the disposal of the instrument,
• Anton Paar GmbH warrants the proper function- observe the legal requirements in your country.
ing of the instrument only if no modifications
have been made to mechanics, electronics, Returns
firmware or software. • For repairs send the cleaned instrument to your
• Only use the instrument for the purpose Anton Paar representative. Only return the
described in the documentation. Anton Paar instrument together with the filled out RMA
GmbH is not liable for damages caused by the (Return Material Authorization) and the form
incorrect use of the instrument. "Safety Declaration for Instrument Repairs".
Please download the Safety Declaration form
• The results delivered by the instrument depend from our website www.anton-paar.com.
not only on the correct functioning of the instru-
ment, but also on various other factors. We • Do not return instruments which are contami-
therefore recommend you have the results nated by radioactive materials, infectious agents
checked (e.g. plausibility tested) by skilled per- or other harmful substances that cause health
sonnel before consequential actions are taken hazards.
based on the results.
General precautions
Installation and use • Observe and adhere to your national safety reg-
• The instrument is not explosion-proof and ulations regarding the handling of all substances
therefore must not be operated in areas with risk associated with your measurements (e.g. use
of explosion. safety goggles, gloves, respiratory protection,
etc.).
• The installation procedure should only be car-
ried out only by authorized personnel who are • Before a measurement, check the wetted parts
familiar with the installation instructions. of the instrument for chemical resistance to the
samples and cleaning agents used.
• Do not use any accessories or spare parts other
than those supplied or approved by Anton Paar • Take care that the liquids (samples and cleaning
GmbH. agents) or gases that you use are chemically

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compatible when they come into contact with 1.2 Conventions for Safety Messages
each other. They shall not react exothermically
or produce solid particles which might stick to
The following conventions for safety messages are
the sample interface.
used in this document:
• Before you start a measurement or cleaning
procedure, take care that all parts, especially
the measuring cells, the hoses, and the waste WARNING
vessel, are properly connected and in good con-
dition. Description of risk.
Warning indicates a hazardous situation which, if
• Take measures that spilled liquids cannot get
not avoided, could result in death or serious
into plug connections or venting slots of electri-
injury.
cal appliances.
• Connect the measuring system to the AC power
supply via a safety switch located at a safe dis- CAUTION
tance from the instruments. In an emergency,
turn off the power using this switch instead of Description of risk.
the power switch on the instruments. Caution indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
• Ensure the sufficient supervision of the instru- injury.
ment during operation.

Precautions for highly inflammable samples NOTICE

and cleaning agents Description of risk.
• Keep potential sources of ignition, like sparks or Notice indicates a situation which, if not avoided,
open flames, at a safe distance from the instru- could result in damage to property.
ment.
• Place the instrument on a laboratory bench
made of fireproof material, preferably bricks,
1.3 Safety Signs on the Instrument
ceramics, or stoneware.
• Store only the minimum required amount of
sample, cleaning agents and other inflammable CAUTION
materials near the instrument. Hot surface
• Do not spill sample/cleaning agents or leave The measuring prism, its surrounding steel sur-
their containers uncovered. Immediately remove face or mounted accessories can be very hot.
spilled sample/cleaning agents. Do not touch these surfaces without adequate
protective measures.
• Make sure that the setup location is sufficiently
ventilated. The environment of the instrument
must be kept free of inflammable gases and
vapors.
• Provide a fire extinguisher.

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2 Abbemat - An Overview
2.1 Functional Components Bottom view

Front view

1 1

2
3

1 LCD color touchscreen

2 Magnetic sample cover
3 Power on LED
1 Ventilation openings
2 Drying cartridge (at the rear side in previous ver-
Interfaces on the rear
sions)

2.2 Abbemat Desktop

Abbemat Desktop is an optional PC software to
control the refractometer series Abbemat 350, 450,
550 or 650. The software runs on a single worksta-
tion computer. Client-server operation is not provid-
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ed. All data processing is performed on the
computer, not on the instrument.
1 Fan
2 Options Because the data is stored on the PC, the program
3 Ethernet gives access to already acquired data, even if the in-
4 CAN out strument is not available.The measurement data-
5 CAN in base can be backed up and restored on demand or
6 RS-232
automatically.
7 Serial USB (for service)
8 Power inlet Your benefits of the Abbemat Desktop software are:
9 VGA interface
10 Power switch • The time to qualify the instrument is decreased.
• One software for all data processing of your
Interfaces on the left side instrument
• Automatic data storage in the Abbemat Desktop
software data base
• No direct instrument connection to network or
server necessary
• Access to your data even in case the instrument
is not available
• No risk of manipulation of original data
1 • Raw data accessibility for long retention periods
• Availability of data in machine-readable and
human-readable form
1 USB interfaces for printer, storage devices,
mouse, keyboard or bar code reader For further details see the Abbemat reference guide
and ask your Anton Paar representative.

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3 Checking the Supplied Parts

3 Checking the Supplied Parts

The instrument was tested and packed carefully be- 4. If a part is damaged, contact the transport com-
fore shipment. pany and your Anton Paar representative.
1. Keep the packaging material (box, foam piece, TIP: An instrument stored at low temperatures can
transport protection) for possible returns. cause condensation of moisture on sensitive parts.
To prevent malfunctions allow the transport pack-
2. Check the delivery for completeness by compar-
age and its contents to come to thermal equilibrium
ing the supplied parts to those noted in table 1.
prior to opening. Therefore the unopened package
3. If a part is missing, contact your Anton Paar rep- should first be stored in a dry room at normal tem-
resentative. perature for a few hours.
Table 1: Supplied Parts
Symbol Pcs. Article Description Mat. No.

1 Abbemat 350 97789

or
Abbemat 550 97787

1 Instruction manual (English) 99376

1 External Power Supply 99780

1 Power cord USA or 52656

Power cord UK or 61865
Power cord Europe 65146

1 Magnetic sample cover 101659

1 Drying cartridge 107786

5 Pasteur pipette (3 mL) 47447

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4 Installing the Instrument

4.1 Installation Requirements 4.2 Switching On the Instrument
Allow the equipment to reach ambient temperature
before installation. This is important if the equipment
has been stored or transported at lower tempera- WARNING
tures.
• Before switching on the instrument, make
The setup location and surroundings should meet sure that the line voltage is 100 V AC to
the requirements of a laboratory. Place the instru- 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. If large voltage fluctua-
ment on a stable, flat lab desk which is free of vibra- tions are to be expected, a constant voltage
tions. To reach the highest possible precision for source (UPS) is recommended.
your measurements, do not place the instrument:
• The non-fused earth conductor of the power
• next to a heating facility cord (or power inlet) has to be connected to
earth.
• near an air conditioning, ventilation system or an
open window
1. Connect the power inlet of the Abbemat with the
• in direct sunlight plug of the external power supply.
Keep the instrument away from magnetic fields. 2. Connect the external power supply to the mains
Read the safety instructions in section 1. using the power cord.
Find all technical data in appendix A. To switch the instrument on or off, use the power
switch at the rear of the instrument. The green LED
on the front side indicates that the power is on.
WARNING After turning on the power, the instrument needs ap-
proximately 15 minutes for temperature equilibra-
• Ensure that the power plug is always easily tion and internal temperature adjustments.
accessible so that the instrument can easily
be disconnected from the mains at any time.
• Ensure that the ventilation through the rear
and bottom of the instrument is not blocked
by any obstacles.

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5 Operating the Instrument

5 Operating the Instrument

To operate the instrument you can use the touch- suring. It turns green when a measurement is
screen. You can also connect an external keyboard, finished.
bar code reader, or mouse (not supplied by Anton
Important functions and messages are easily acces-
Paar) to one of the USB interfaces.
sible using the buttons in the quick access area.
The status button changes its appearance depend-
5.1 Main Screen ing on the current condition of the instrument.

1 6 Buttons Area
Use the buttons on the screen by directly tapping on
2 them. If an external keyboard is connected, you can
also use the function keys F1 to F5 to operate the
3 five buttons within the buttons area:
7
Table 2: Buttons and function keys

Menu, F1 Open the main menu.

4 Measured Data, F2 View the measured data.

5 Quick Settings, F3 Opens the quick settings list.

Only available in the "No
Fig. 1: Main Screen Example Sample List" mode.
1 Header
or
2 Output field (with limits displayed) Sample List, F3 Opens current sample list.
3 Content area
4 Progress bar Method, F4 Choose and configure the
5 Buttons area measurement method.
6 User indicator Start/Stop, F5 Start/abort a measurement.
7 Quick access area
To start a measurement or to save changes, simply
NOTICE press <Enter> on your external keyboard. Pressing
• Operate the touchscreen with clean and dry <Esc> exits without saving changes.
fingers only.
Quick access area
• Never use any sharp objects.
Table 3: Buttons in the quick access area
The left part of the header displays the name of the Button Function
currently active method and the sample name.
While navigating in menus you can see the menu Open the message list
path here. The right side of the header displays the This button changes its appearance
current time, the user name and a button with the depending on the current instrument
user indicator. Tap on it to change users. and measurement status:
Red error sign
The content area displays measuring values, in-
The instrument has a major problem
strument status or limits in small, medium or large
that needs to be fixed.
output fields.
Yellow warning sign
The layout of the content area is defined in the set-
The instrument has a minor problem,
tings of the current method and can be adapted ac-
for instance a printer problem.
cording to your needs. The displayed output
quantity of a single output field can easily be Green OK sign
changed: Tap on it to select a new quantity. Instrument status and error status of
all measured samples are OK.
The output fields display the measuring values and
the actual temperature of the sample. A red prog-
ress bar indicates if the instrument is currently mea-

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Table 3: Buttons in the quick access area Table 4: Keyboard functions

Button Function Deletes the character on the left

The optional peristaltic pump is off. side of the cursor position.
Use this button to switch it on. Moves the cursor position to the
The optional peristaltic pump is on. left or right.
Use this button to switch it off. Changes to upper case or to
Monitor mode is active. Until a mea- special characters.
surement is started (or after a mea- Changes to the numeric charac-
surement is terminated by tapping
ter mode.
<Stop>), the instrument is in the moni-
tor mode and shows current measur- Changes to alphabetic character
ing values. mode.
Activate the monitor mode. If you Changes to additional special
have started a measurement by tap- characters.
ping <Start>, the instrument continu-
ously displays measuring values until To display exponential num-
the measurement is finished. The final bers, e.g. to enter 0.025 as
values are frozen until the next mea- 2.5 ^-2 (only in number mode).
surement is started. Use this button to
switch back to monitor mode.
Drop-down or pop up menus
Instant print button for immediate
Tap on the menu and select an item from the list.
printout of measurement results. Not
available in Abbemat Desktop.
Context menus
This button is used to display informa-
tion about favorites. To select an item in a table or list, directly tap on it.
If you hold your finger on a data item for a prolonged
To reset the message list button to the green OK time, a context menu will pop up. Select an item or
sign, confirm each message by tapping on the <X> tap outside to exit the context menu:
button. To confirm all messages in the list in one
step, tap <Remove deletable messages>.

5.2 Input Control Elements

1
2
3 Fig. 2: A long tap (left) invokes a context menu (right)

1 Check box
2 Input Box
3 Drop-Down box

Check boxes
Tap on a check box to activate or deactivate the re- Fig. 3: Context menu of the <More> button
quired function.

Input boxes
Tap on an input box to open the on-screen key-
board. Enter characters, numbers or special charac-
ters by tapping the buttons and then tap <OK>. You
can also use the special keyboard buttons:

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5.3 Using Favorites 5.5 Regional Settings

The favorites function enables you to access your 1. Tap Menu > Setup > Control Panel > Regional
favorite menu dialogs directly from the main screen. Settings.
The favorites list is the same for all users.
2. Enter the "Language", "Data Format" (for num-
bers, date and time format), and the "Keyboard
To add a dialog window to the favorites list
Layout".
1. Open the dialog window to be set as favorite.
3. Tap <OK> and then <YES> to confirm the new
2. Tap < > (add to favorites). settings. The instrument reboots.
3. Confirm the proposed name or enter another. If the instrument is operating in a language you do
not understand, you can reset the user interface to
To use the favorites list English. Connect an external USB keyboard, press
<Ctrl>, <Alt> and <E> simultaneously and switch
1. In the main screen, tap < > to open the
the instrument off and on again.
quick access window.
Abbemat Desktop: The language of the user inter-
2. Tap on a favorite in the list to open the required
face is selected according to the language set in
menu. If necessary, use the page navigation in
Windows. If this language is not available in
the header of the window to navigate the list.
Abbemat Desktop, the software switches to English
per default.
To change the sequence of the favorites list
1. Tap < > then tap < >.
2. Use the up/down arrows in the right column to
5.6 Input Unit for Temperatures
change the position of the list item in the favor-
In this menu, you can define the unit for every tem-
ites list.
perature value which you enter during operation.
3. Proceed so with all other list items whose posi-
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Control Panel > Input
tion you want to change and tap <OK>.
Units.
To rename a favorite 2. Select the "Input unit for temperatures".
1. Tap < > then tap < >.
2. Select an item with a long tap, then tap 5.7 Time Server
<Rename>.
The instrument can automatically synchronize its
3. Enter the new favorite name.
clock with an Internet time server using the Network
Time Protocol (NTP). This setting is not available in
To delete a favorite
Abbemat Desktop.
1. Tap < > then tap < >.
To activate the synchronization, establish a network
2. Select an item with a long tap, then tap connection (see section 5.8). Your firewall must al-
<Delete>. low outbound connections to the specified servers.
TIP: Standard favorites like "Message List" and
To synchronize with a time server
"Monitor Mode" cannot be deleted or renamed.
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Control Panel > Time
Server Settings.
5.4 Setting Date and Time 2. Activate the check box "Use Time Server".
Tap Menu > Setup > Control Panel > Date and 3. If required, you can change the time server
Time and enter the current date and time. This set- address. Multiple addresses are separated by
ting is not available with Abbemat Desktop. semicolon.
4. Select the "Time Zone" of your location.
5. Tap <OK> and then <YES> to confirm the new
settings. The instrument reboots.

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5.8 Network 5.11 Setting the Feedback Beep

If you connect the instrument to your local network, The instrument can signal every touchscreen ac-
you can use a network printer for printouts and re- tion, mouse click or bar code reader input as well as
quest the instrument system information and in- after the completion of a measurement.
struction manual via any PC in the network.
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Control Panel > Sound
For network settings in Abbemat Desktop see the Settings.
respective information in the section "Abbemat
2. Activate/deactivate the feedback sound.
Desktop" (in the reference guide only).
3. Activate/deactivate the sound at the end of a
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Control Panel > Network.
measurement.
2. If your network server has DHCP functionality,
activate "Obtain an IP address automatically
(DHCP)", then tap <OK>. 5.12 Calibrating the Touchscreen
3. If your network server has no DHCP functional-
If you have difficulties in hitting the touchscreen user
ity, enter IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default
elements (buttons, submenus, etc.), calibrate the
Gateway, primary and secondary DNS manu-
touchscreen (not available in Abbemat Desktop).
ally, then tap <OK>.
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Control Panel > Calibrate
Touchscreen.
5.9 Instrument Name and Location 2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
If you have more than one Anton Paar instrument
and want to easily differentiate between them in
printouts, data exports or within your local network
5.13 Select Methods with Bar Code
(LIMS), you can define instrument names and loca- Reader
tions.
Connect a bar code reader (not supplied by Anton
1. Tap Menu >Setup > Control Panel > Instru-
Paar) to enter sample names and to select methods
ment Name and Location.
in the sample list. The bar code reader has to be ac-
2. Enter the "Instrument Name" and "Instrument tivated in the menu when used to edit sample lists.
Location".
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Control Panel > Key-
board and Bar Code Settings.
5.10 Setting the Screen Saver 2. Activate the option "Use a bar code scanner to
edit the sample list".
This setting is not available in Abbemat Desktop.
Use a Windows screen saver instead.
1. Tap Menu Setup > Control Panel > Screen
5.14 Adjusting the Display Brightness
Saver.
Tap Menu > Setup > Control Panel > Display
2. Activate the check box "Automatically switch off Brightness and enter the preferred setting (not
display..." and enter a value between 1 and 300 available in Abbemat Desktop).
minutes to set the time after which the screen
saver starts.
5.15 USB Storage Device
To stop the screen saver
Insert a USB storage device into one of the ports
• Tap on the screen.
(not available in Abbemat Desktop).
• Use another input device like mouse or key-
TIP: Format the storage devices using FAT, FAT32
board.
or exFAT.
• Start a measurement via Ethernet or RS-232.

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6 Measuring System Settings

6.1 Sample List 6.2 Managing the Sample List
The sample list is a tool that helps you managing To create a sample list
samples that you want to measure. It is especially
helpful to measure multiple samples. In this mode 1. Tap <Sample List> (on main screen) to open the
the button <Sample List> is displayed on the main sample list window.
screen. Quick Settings (see section 9.4) can be 2. To enter a sample name, tap on a cell in the col-
found within the sample list. umn "Sample Name".
No results are stored in the sample list itself, but the 3. Tap on a cell in the column "Method" and select
<Details> button in the sample list links you to the a method from the submenu.
data memory and you can view the results of al-
ready measured samples in the sample list. 4. Tap < ... > in the column "Quick Settings" and
select measurement mode and settings as
The sample list can contain up to 200 entries. The required.
201st entry overwrites the oldest entry. Entries older
than 24 hours are automatically removed.The sam- 5. Tap <OK>.
ple list will be automatically cleared if you switch off 6. To exit the sample list and to save the changes,
the instrument. tap <OK>.

To activate the sample list mode TIP: You cannot edit or delete samples in the sam-
ple list that have already been measured.
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Measuring System Set-
tings > Sample List / Sample Settings > Sam- To copy, insert or delete samples
ple List / Sample Naming.
1. Select a sample with a long tap.
2. Select the "Sample List Mode".
2. Tap <Copy>, <Insert> or <Delete>.
3. If required, activate "Use Automatic Sample
Naming" and define the sample name settings To copy multiple samples
(see section 6.3).
1. Tap <Sample List> and then <More> and
4. Tap <OK> to save the changes. <Copy>.
TIP: The maximum data storage volume of 1000 2. Select samples to be copied and tap <Copy>.
data sets is calculated from the already measured
samples (data memory) plus the samples in the To rearrange the sample list
sample list. Therefore it is recommended to regular-
ly clear the sample list and the data memory. 1. Tap <Sample List>, <More> and <Reorder>.
2. Use the up or down arrows to change the posi-
No Sample List Mode tion of the samples and tap <OK>.
With "No Sample List" mode active (set by default),
just tap <Start> to initiate measurements. The "No To save a sample list
Sample List" mode features the button <Quick Set- 1. Tap <Sample List> and then tap <More> and
tings> on the main screen (see section 9.4). Tap "Save Sample List".
this button to:
2. Choose one of the 10 available sample list tem-
• enter a sample name. plates.
• define measuring parameters.
3. Tap <Sample List Name> to enter a name for
The following measurements are executed accord- your sample list.
ingly without affecting the underlying method.
Changed quick settings are maintained until further 4. Tap <OK> and then tap <Yes>.
changes are made.

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To load a sample list 6.5 Sample List Warnings

1. Tap <Sample List> and then tap <More> and
"Load Sample List". Sample list warnings are generated only if you pre-
pare a sample list prior to the measurement.
2. Choose one of the ten sample lists in the sub-
menu "Sample list templates:" and tap <Yes>. 1. Tap Menu > Setup > Measuring System Set-
tings > Sample List / Sample Settings > Sam-
To clear the current sample list ple List Warnings.
1. Tap <Sample List> and then tap <More>. 2. Use the check boxes to activate/deactivate the
"Sample List Warnings":
2. Tap <Clear Sample List> and <Yes>.
- Warn if sample list contains a sample without
a name.
6.3 Automatic Sample Naming - Warn if sample list contains methods with dif-
ferent measurement temperatures.
To create descriptive sample names use the auto- - Only with sample changer: Stop processing
matic sample naming. A prefix and a postfix can be the sample list if a check failed.
added to each sample name after the measurement
is finished. You can compose the additions out of a
fixed part and an additional data field (date and time, 6.6 Mandatory Data Fields
user name, sample number, etc.). The complete
sample name, including automatic sample name If you define mandatory data fields, measurements
parts, may consist of up to 50 characters. can only be started after completing these fields. If
they are not completed in the sample list, the instru-
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Measuring System Set-
ment prompts again for completion after the start of
tings > Sample List / Sample Settings > Sam-
the measurement.
ple List / Sample Naming.
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Measuring System Set-
2. Activate "Use Automatic Sample Naming" and
tings > Sample List / Sample Settings > Man-
define the sample name settings.
datory Data Fields.
2. Use the check box(es) to define whether it is
6.4 User-defined Data Fields mandatory to enter a sample name (or content
for user-defined data fields) before starting a
Activate up to three user-defined data fields and measurement.
give these fields names to assign additional infor-
mation to your samples. Typical examples are filling
line number, tank number or batch identification. For 6.7 Display of Current Values
each data field that you define, an extra column will
be added to the sample list. By default the instrument displays current values
during measurements as well as the final values af-
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Measuring System Set-
ter measurements. If required, you can prevent the
tings > Sample List / Sample Settings > User-
display of values at certain times.
defined Data Fields.
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Measuring System Set-
2. Activate/deactivate the three "User-defined Data
tings > Value Visibility.
Fields", enter their names and tap <OK> to save
the changes. 2. Choose when values should be shown:
"Always", "During measurement" or "Only when
measurement is finished".
3. If you select "During measurement" or "Only
when measurement is finished", you can also
choose to "Show temperature values".

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6.8 Display of Errors

If air in a warm and humid environment contacts the
surface of the eventually colder measuring prism,
then water might be condensing on the surface of
the prism. By default the instrument will report a bad
air reference error. If required, you can disable the
display of this type of error.
If you applied very small amounts of sample on the
prism, the instrument might display a warning, that
there is not enough sample volume on the prism. If
you can accept a lower precision of the measuring
results, the display of this type of error can also be
disabled.

To configure the display of errors

1. Tap Menu > Setup > Measuring System Set-
tings > Error Visibility.
2. Remove the check mark from the check box
"Enable Bad Air Reference Error" to deactivate
the display of bad air reference errors.
3. Remove the check mark from the check box
"Enable Not Enough Sample Error" to deacti-
vate the display of low sample volume errors.
4. Tap <OK> to save the changes.
From now on these errors will not be displayed in
the quick access area of the main screen anymore
but will still be visible in the stored measurement da-
ta.

6.9 Export Instrument Settings

In order to get a detailed overview on specific meth-
od settings, different users of the instrument and
configured user functions you can export a file con-
taining this information:
Tap Menu > Service > Instrument Settings Man-
agement > Export Instrument Settings and follow
the instructions.

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7 User Groups, Accounts and Passwords

7.1 Logging On/Off NOTICE
When activating 21 CFR Part 11 or increased
When delivered, the instrument is freely accessible security, the auto logon function will be disabled.
without password, because the auto logon function Be sure to know your user name and password
for the user "Administrator" is active by default. before switching off the instrument.
There are three standard user groups with different
levels of user rights (see appendix B):
Operator: This user group may perform measure- 7.2 Managing User Accounts
ments, select a method, edit the sample list and per-
form checks. Naming rules

Manager: This user group has the rights of the "op- If you operate the instrument in the increased secu-
erator" user group and may additionally modify rity mode, user names must have at least six char-
method settings and perform adjustments. acters.

Administrator: This user group has the right to ac- NOTICE

cess the whole menu. When activating 21 CFR Part 11 or increased
The default passwords are operator, manager security, user accounts that do not comply with
and administrator. It is recommended to replace the naming or password rules are deactivated.
these passwords.
To log on Password rules

1. Tap the user indicator in the top right corner of With low security levels, giving a password is not
the main screen. mandatory. If you do not set a password, users can
log on by just selecting their user name from the
2. Enter your "User Name" and "Password", then user list only.
tap <OK>.
If the password query is activated, passwords must
NOTICE be at least one character long. All ASCII characters
If the instrument is used in the increased security are allowed, including letters, numbers and most
mode, your user account will be deactivated special characters. Passwords are case-sensitive,
after three failed logon attempts. meaning "Anton Paar" or "anton paar" are treated as
different.

To log off With high security levels (21 CFR Part 11 and "In-
creased Security"), giving a password is mandatory.
1. Tap the user indicator in the top right corner of Passwords must have at least six characters. When
the main screen. setting new passwords, the last five passwords
2. Tap <Log off>. must not be used.

• If no user with auto logon right exists, the instru- TIP: A user without administrator rights can only
ment finishes the current measurement or mea- change his/her own password.
surement series but does not accept any input You need administrator rights to create, edit or de-
until someone successfully logs on. lete user accounts.
• If a user with auto logon right exists, this user is
logged on automatically. To create or edit a user account

Auto logon function 1. Tap Menu > Setup > User Management >
User Management.
You can assign the auto logon function to a single
user. If you switch off the instrument and restart, 2. Tap <More> and <New> to create a new user
there is no logon procedure. All instrument functions account or select a user name to edit an existing
according to user rights of the auto logon user are user account.
freely accessible.

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3. Perform the following settings: To create a new user group

- Enter or edit a "User Name". 1. Tap Menu > Setup > User Management >
- Activate/deactivate the user account with the User Group Administration.
check box. A user with a deactivated account
2. Tap <More> and <Copy>.
cannot log on until activated again.
- Activate/deactivate the "Auto log on" using 3. Select a user group to copy and tap <Copy>.
the second check box.
- Select the "User Group". To choose an icon for the user group
- Set or change the password of the user.
A selection of seven different icons is available to
- Set an email notification for the status of
represent the users of a new group. The icons of the
sample lists and exceeded service intervals.
standard groups Manager and Operator cannot be
- Select the "Role for Electronic Signature".
changed.
This is only possible if electronic signing is
activated. 1. Tap Menu > Setup > User Management >
User Group Administration.
To delete a user account
2. Tap the drop-down box in the left column named
1. Tap Menu > Setup > User Management > "Icon"
User Management.
3. Choose an icon from the list and tap <OK>.
2. Tap <More> and <Delete>.
To edit the name of the new group
3. Select the user to delete
1. Tap Menu > Setup > User Management >
4. Tap <Delete> and then <Yes>.
User Group Administration.
You cannot delete your own account or an account
2. Tap the text box in the column "Name".
of a user group that has a higher level of user rights
than your own account. 3. Change the name and tap <OK>.

To change a password To edit the rights of the new user group

1. Tap Menu Setup > User Management > User 1. Tap Menu > Setup > User Management >
Management and select a user from the list. User Group Administration.
2. Enter the old password followed by the new 2. Tap < ... > in the right column.
password twice and tap <OK>.
3. Edit the rights as needed. A green check means
this function is available in the menu. An empty
To retrieve a forgotten password
check box makes the menu function unavailable
Tap the button <Forgot Password> in the "Logon" for this user group.
dialog and follow the instructions.
To export a menu tree of a user group

7.3 User Group Administration You can export a menu tree of a user group in Excel
format for documentation purposes. The spread-
sheet generated contains the menu structure with
If the standard user rights of the instrument do not fit
the functions that are available for the selected user
your needs, you can create additional user groups.
group.
In these groups you can limit or grant access to the
functions of the instrument. This allows you to as- 1. Insert a USB storage device into a USB inter-
sign individual rights to a user with the help of a cus- face.
tom-made menu. For example you can create a
2. Tap Menu > Setup > User Management >
second administrator with special user rights for net-
User Group Administration.
work administration only.
3. Tap < ... > in the right column.
You may only modify the copy of a standard group.
The menus of the original groups cannot be 4. Tap the button <Export>.
changed.
5. Use the submenu to define the "Storage Loca-
tion" and enter the "File Name", then tap <OK>.

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8 Checking, Adjusting and Calibrating

8.1 Definitions Reference Standard Check:
- Select a reference standard.
- Use the check box to define whether the
Checks: Testing the correct state of operation of an
check is GxP relevant.
instrument by measuring a sample of exactly known
- Use the check box Check execution
measurement properties and comparing the result
reminder to define whether the check is
with the expected values.
obligatory and enter a time interval in days.
Adjustments: Enabling correct measurements in - Define the reference standard settings.
the future by measuring a sample of exactly known
5. Tap <OK>.
measurement properties (standard) and adjusting
the instrument’s constants in a way that the known
Performing Checks
correct results are found by the instrument.
With checks carried out at regular intervals you can
Calibrations: Checking procedures which are car-
ensure a high and stable accuracy of your measure-
ried out using certified standards. By comparing the
ments.
measured result with the standard reference value,
you can validate the quality of your measurements. 1. Tap Menu > Checks / Adjustments > Check
Management / Execution.

8.2 Checks 2. Tap the play button on the right side of the check
name.
Creating or Editing Checks 3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Two different types of checks can be performed: When the check is finished, the following infor-
mation is displayed:
• A custom check, where you can select the - Check name and type
method and define the limits of any available - Date and time
quantity. - Method
• A reference standard check to measure certi- - Check result
fied reference liquids. - User name
You can edit the name, method (custom check on- - Reference value (reference standard check
ly), time interval as well as upper and lower limits for only)
the checks. - Measured value
- Lower and upper limit (custom check only)
1. Tap Menu > Checks / Adjustments > Check
Management / Execution. 4. Tap <Print or Export> if you want to print or
export the check results.
2. Select an existing check to edit or tap <More>
and <New> to create a new check. 5. Tap <OK> or <Home> to exit the check.
3. Enter the Name of the check. If the check failed, it is recommended to perform a
water adjustment.
4. Select the type Custom Check or Reference
Standard Check. Archiving Checks
Custom Check : If advanced data integrity is activated, you have to
- Select the method for the check. archive the check results in order to remove checks
- Use the check box to define whether the from the check result data base permanently:
check is GxP relevant.
- Use the check box Check execution 1. Tap Menu > Data Memory > Check Data >
reminder to define whether the check is Check Result Data.
obligatory and enter a time interval in days. 2. Tap <More> and <Archive> to archive checks.
- Open the Quantities menu to define the Follow the instructions on the screen.
check tolerances by entering the lower and
upper value. Define additional quantities if
required.

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8.3 Water Adjustments To perform a one point adjustment

1. Tap Menu > Checks / Adjustments > Refrac-
A water adjustment has to be performed if the water tometer Adjustments > One Point Adjust-
check failed and using fresh water and cleaning of ment.
the measuring prism did not help. 2. Several reference substances are already in the
database. You can select one of them, e.g.
For a water check preferably use ultra pure water
water, or select <other> in the submenu. In the
(alternatively deionized or double distilled water).
latter case enter a name, temperature and
The adjustment has to be done at measuring refractive index, then tap <OK>.
temperature, e.g. 20.00 °C, prior to the 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. When the
measurement of samples at this temperature. adjustment is finished, the following information
is displayed:
To perform a water adjustment - Adjustment type
1. Tap Menu > Checks / Adjustments > Refrac- - Reference Substance
tometer Adjustments > One Point Adjust- - Old refractive index value
ment. - New refractive index value
- Temperature
2. Select Water (deionized) as reference sub- - Deviation rel.
stance and tap <OK>. If you want to perform a - Deviation abs.
water adjustment at current method tempera-
ture, select Water (method temp.). Before the adjustment is finished, it can be
aborted by tapping <Cancel>.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen. When the
adjustment is finished, the following information 4. Check the recommendation on the screen and
is displayed: select one of the options <Reject> or <Apply>.
- Adjustment type
-
-
Reference substance
Old refractive index value
8.5 Two Point Adjustments
- New refractive index value
In case a one-point adjustment is not sufficient, a
- Temperature
two-point adjustment may be carried out. A two
- Deviation rel.
point adjustment affects the offset as well as the
- Deviation abs.
slope of the internal calibration curve.
Before the adjustment is finished, it can be
TIPS: If measuring results are not plausible, it is of-
aborted by tapping <Cancel>.
ten a good choice to restore the factory adjustment,
4. Check the recommendation on the screen and see section 8.8.
select one of the options <Reject> or <Apply>.
The refractive index values of the two reference liq-
uids used for this adjustment should be close below
and above the RI range of the samples to be mea-
8.4 One Point Adjustments sured.
If all results across the entire measuring range are In order to avoid adjustments with reference liquids
systematically too high or too low, this deviation can with refractive index values that are too close to-
be corrected by performing a one point adjustment. gether, the values should differ by at least 30 % of
the measuring range of the Abbemat refractometer.
TIPS: A one point adjustment modifies the offset of
the internal calibration curve, not its slope. Use one of the two substances in all subsequent
one-point adjustments.
Choose a substance with a refractive index close to
the samples to be measured subsequently. Perform the adjustment at the certified reference
temperature of the standard, e.g. 20.00 °C.
The adjustment should be performed at the certified
reference temperature of the standard, e.g.
20.00° C.

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To perform a two point adjustment To set the air reference

1. Tap Menu > Checks / Adjustments > Refrac- 1. Clean the measuring prism thoroughly and let it
tometer Adjustments > Two Point Adjust- dry (see section 11.2).
ment.
2. Tap Menu > Checks / Adjustments > Refrac-
2. Select the reference substance for the lower tometer Adjustments > Set Air Reference.
refractive index and tap <OK>. Several refer-
3. Cover the measuring prism to prevent ambient
ence substances are already in the database.
light entering the optical system.
You can select one of them, e.g. "Water", or
select <other> in the submenu. In the latter case 4. Follow the instructions on the screen and tap
enter name, temperature and refractive index. <OK>.
3. Tap <OK>. If you tap <Skip> only the upper
point will be adjusted.
8.7 Viewing, Printing or Exporting
4. Select the reference substance for the upper
refractive index and tap <OK>. Several refer-
Adjustment Data
ence substances are already in the database.
You can select one of them, e.g. water, or select You can view, print and export detailed data of the
<other> in the submenu. In the latter case enter last 50 adjustments.
name, temperature and refractive index.
To view, print or export a single adjustment data
5. Follow the instructions on the screen.When set
each adjustment is finished, the following infor-
mation is displayed: 1. Tap Menu > Data Memory > Adjustment Data
> Refractometer Module.
- Adjustment type
- Reference Substance 2. Tap on an item to see the detailed adjustment
- Old refractive index value data.
- New refractive index value 3. To perform a printout on paper or to a PDF file or
- Temperature to export the data as an MS Excel or text file tap
- Deviation rel. <Print or Export> and follow the instructions on
- Deviation abs. the screen.
Before the adjustment is finished, it can be
aborted by tapping <Cancel>. To print or export all adjustment data

6. Check the recommendation on the screen and 1. Tap Menu > Data Memory > Adjustment Data
select one of the options <Reject> or <Apply>. > Print or Export Adjustment Data.
2. Select the module from which you want to print
or export the adjustment data.
8.6 Setting the Air Reference 3. Tap <OK>.
A setting of the air reference has to be performed if 4. Select "Print Report (Paper/PDF File)" or
the water adjustment is not satisfactory and read- "Export Data (Excel File / Text File)".
ings are not stable. This adjustment does not mea-
5. Depending on your selection choose printer,
sure the refractive index of air but adjusts the
USB device, enter a required file name, etc.
sensitivity of the internal sensor. Note that a subse-
quent measurement with an empty prism will result 6. Confirm with <OK>.
in a display of "---", since the refractive index of air
is beyond the measuring range of the instrument.
TIP: If the ambient temperature is close to the dew
8.8 Restoring the Factory Adjustment
point (high relative humidity), the setting of the air
reference should be performed at a higher set tem- If measuring results are not plausible, it is often a
perature, e.g. 30 °C in order to avoid dew on the good choice to restore the factory adjustment.
measuring prism. 1. Tap Menu > Checks / Adjustments > Refrac-
tometer Adjustments > Reset to Factory
Adjustment.
2. Use the check box and tap <OK>.

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8.9 Calibrating 8.10 Reference Standard Management

The goal of a calibration is to validate the accuracy The reference standard substances can be admin-
of the refractive index measurement. To calibrate istered in a database to ease operation and to avoid
the refractometer measure a certified standard liq- input errors.
uid and compare the result to the reference value in-
dicated in the calibration certificate of the standard. NOTICE
The frequency of calibrations with certified liquid re- • Different batches of the same substance can
fractive index standards depends on your require- differ in their refractive index. Although this
ments and judgment. One calibration per month is difference is small, checks and adjustments
recommended. have to be performed with the exact value of
the reference standard. Especially when
NOTICE receiving new substances, pay attention to
• Always check the expiration date of the calibra- the refractive index and change the values in
tion liquids. the reference standard database accordingly.
• Store the calibration liquids in a cool and dark
• If a check or an adjustment is to be carried
place.
out at set temperatures other than 20 °C, cre-
• Use the calibration liquids immediately and use
ate a suitable entry in the reference standard
only once after the container has been opened.
database.

To perform a calibration
To edit or to add a substance
1. Perform a refractive index check with water at
1. Tap Menu > Checks / Adjustments > Settings
the temperature for which the standard liquid is
> RI Reference Standard Management.
certified, usually 20.00 °C.
2. Select a substance from the list to edit or tap
2. If necessary, carry out a water adjustment at the
<More> and <New> to add a new substance.
temperature for which the standard liquid is cer-
tified, usually 20.00 °C. 3. Enter the name of the substance.
3. Thoroughly clean and dry the measuring prism. 4. Enter the "Temperature" for which the refractive
index is certified.
4. Select the method "Refractive Index". Make
sure that the temperature is set to the certified 5. Enter the reference value of the refractive index
temperature of the reference liquid, typically substance.
20.00 °C.
6. If required enable the expiration check box and
5. Open the bottle with the liquid refractive index enter an expiration date of the substance.
standard and apply a few drops of sample on
7. If required enter a "Lot number" and/or a "Refer-
the measuring prism.
ence number" of the substance.
6. Immediately attach the sample cover.
8. Tap <OK>.
7. Perform a measurement or check.
To delete a substance
TIPs: If you have sufficient standard liquid, we rec-
ommend making a series of three measurements 1. Tap Menu > Checks / Adjustments > Settings
and taking the arithmetic average of the results. > RI Reference Standard Management.
For calibration measurements you can also use the 2. Tap <More> and <Delete>.
check function of the Abbemat (see above).
3. Select the substances you want to remove from
It is recommended to document the calibration pro- the database.
cedure in a calibration protocol which contains the
4. Tap <Delete>.
operator’s name, date, place, description of the cal-
ibration procedure, (printed) results and the calibra-
tion certificate of the standard.

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9 Measuring Methods
The Abbemat refractometers are used in all indus- updated list of available methods.
tries, from pharmaceuticals, chemicals, flavors and
You can use the factory preset methods as they are
fragrances to beverages and food. The instrument
or change them to suit your needs. You can also
is delivered with a set of predefined methods cover-
create new methods.
ing the most common applications.
Most measurements are performed at the standard
In close cooperation with our customers Anton Paar
temperature of 20 °C, if not stated otherwise. The
collects and develops continuously new methods
standard wavelength of the Abbemat series is
and applications. Benefit from the constant growing
589 nm.
method know-how and contact Anton Paar for an

9.1 Measurement Mode

The instrument can perform different types of measurements:
Table 5: Measurement modes
Measurement mode Parameters

S Performs a standard measurement.

Standard

C Performs one of the predefined checks. It is only possible to select a check

Check which has been defined for the selected method before.

MM Performs 2 to 10 consecutive measurements of a single sample automati-

Multiple Measurements cally. The readings will be taken several times without changing the sample.

MF Performs 2 to 5 measurements of a single sample automatically. The sam-

Multiple Filling ple is replaced after each sub-measurement. With an optional peristaltic
pump or sampler this can be automated. Use the mode "Continuous Mea-
surement" to perform as many measurements per sample as required. In
this mode the user is asked after each sub-measurement to continue or to
finish this measurement.

TS Measures samples over a temperature range with fixed intervals. Requires

Temperature Scan a "Start", "Step" and "End" temperature. Divide the difference between end
and start temperature by an integer to calculate a valid step interval.

TTS Performs a temperature scan according to a user defined temperature

Temperature Table Scan table.

TiS For multiple measurements over a period of time by taking subsamples in

Time Scan fixed time intervals. Requires a "Duration" of the measurement and a time
"Interval".

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9.2 Measurement Accuracy

The instrument determines the validity of a mea- When the hold time has passed and the sample
surement based on various criteria. temperature remains stable (with temperature con-
trol enabled), the selected "Measurement Accuracy"
If temperature control is enabled, the instrument
determines the outcome of the measurement de-
adapts the sample to the set temperature. After tem-
pending on the three different accuracy settings
perature equilibration a "Hold Time" period starts.
"Most Precise", "Precise", or "Fast Measuring".
This additional time (default 1 s) for the adaption of
the sample temperature improves the stability of the If the measurement is not finished within the "Time-
measurement. out interval" (default 200 s), it will be aborted.
Table 6: Accuracy settings for the validation of measurements

Measurement Max. temperature Max. refractive index

Stable timeb
Accuracy deviationa deviationc
Most Precise 0.005 °C 15 s
Abbemat 350 0.00005 nD
Abbemat 550 0.00001 nD
Precise 0.01 °C 10 s
Abbemat 350 0.0001 nD
Abbemat 550 0.00002 nD
Fast Measuring 0.03 °C 5s
Abbemat 350 0.0003 nD
Abbemat 550 0.00006 nD
Adjustments 0.005 °C 15 s
Abbemat 350 0.000025 nD
Abbemat 550 0.000005 nD
a The maximum allowable deviation of the sample temperature to give a valid measurement. Active during
the whole measurement process if temperature control is enabled.
b During this period the refractive index must be stable to give a valid measurement.
c The maximum allowable deviation of the refractive index within the stable time interval to give a valid mea-
surement.

9.3 Defining Methods

A method contains the following settings: 3. Select a measurement mode and enter the
required values.
• Measurement Mode.
• Constants. 4. Tap <OK>.
• Refractometer Module Settings, i.e. tempera-
ture, accuracy, etc. To activate a module
• Layout of measuring data on the main screen.
If you have connected optional modules to your
• Result Output for printout and data export.
Abbemat, e.g. a peristaltic pump, these modules
• Limits.
can be set separately for each method.
• Quick Settings Management.
• Xsample settings and measuring module set- 1. Tap Menu > Method Management and select a
tings (if any module is installed), refer to the method.
instrument-specific manual.
2. Enable or disable the required modules and tap
<OK>.
To define the measurement mode
Depending on the activated modules, additional set-
1. Tap Menu > Method Management and select a
tings may appear.
method.
2. Tap <Measurement Mode>.

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To define the refractometer module settings 5. Use the up/down arrows in the right column to
change the position of the list items.
1. Tap Menu > Method Management and select a
method.
To define method limits
2. Tap <Refractometer Module>.
In quality control, the measuring results should be
3. Enable/Disable the temperature control and within defined limits. Limits can be set for each
enter the set temperature. method and for any parameter separately. When
activated, a small triangle in the bar graph left to the
4. Select the "Measurement Accuracy".
output field displays if actual readings are within
5. Enter the "Hold time" (default 1 s). their limits.
6. Enter the "Timeout" (default 200 s). If a quantity exceeds the defined limits, the back-
ground of the respective output field turns yellow.
7. Tap <OK>.
When the measurement is finished the instrument
issues a limit warning message in the quick access
To define the displayed output fields
area.
For each method, you can select the number and
1. Tap Menu > Method Management.
content of output fields on the display:
2. Select a method and tap <Limits>.
1. Tap Menu > Method Management and select a
method. 3. Select the quantity to be monitored in the col-
umn "Quantity" (or add a new quantity by tap-
2. Tap <Layout Type> and choose a layout.
ping on the empty line).
When switching to another display layout, the con-
4. Select group, quantity and unit (if available).
tents of the output fields of the previous layout are
transferred to the new one (if possible). 5. Define upper and lower limit.

To define the content of output fields

Users with manager or administrator rights can
9.4 Quick Settings
change the content of output fields in the main
The quick settings function allows you to easily ac-
screen. The changes are saved automatically within
cess different parameters concerning your mea-
the current method.
surement without changing the current method.
1. Tap on an output field within the main screen.
The quick settings comprise several measuring set-
2. Select "Group", "Quantity", "Unit" and number of tings or functions and are available in all sample list
"Digits". modes. User-defined data fields and user functions
of the "Constant" type will be automatically added to
TIP: We recommend always having the output field
your quick settings.
"Master Condition" in addition to the measurement
values on the screen. If the "No Sample List" mode is used, sample name
and measurement type S (Standard) are preset by
To define the result output default. If the "Sample List" mode is used, the quick
settings parameters are not preset. See section 6.1.
You can define the list of output quantities for print-
outs and data exports. Change the settings any time Quick settings parameters can be added for each
and repeat the printout of saved results, if required. method. User-defined data fields and user functions
of the "Constant" type will be automatically added to
If no output quantities are selected, the data brows-
your quick settings.
er settings are used instead.
If you have connected one or more Anton Paar mea-
1. Tap Menu > Method Management.
suring modules to your master instrument, the range
2. Select a method and tap <Result Output>. of parameters that can be added to your quick set-
tings will be extended. See the instruction manual of
3. Tap on the list item that you want to change or
your measuring module for information on the avail-
on the empty field at the bottom of the list if you
able parameters.
want to add an item.
4. Use the submenus to define the "Group",
"Quantity", "Unit" and the number of "Digits".

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To change or add a quick setting parameter To rename a method

1. Tap Menu > Method Management. 1. Tap Menu > Method Management.
2. Select a method and tap <Quick Settings Man- 2. Select a method with a long tap and tap
agement>. <Rename>.
3. Select a parameter to change it or tap on the 3. Enter a new method name (up to 50 characters
empty line to add a new parameter. long).
4. Use the submenu "Quantity" to select a parame-
To archive a method
ter.
1. Tap Menu > Method Management.
5. Use the up or down arrows to change the posi-
tion of the parameters. 2. Select a method with a long tap and tap
<Delete> or <Archive> (if advanced data integ-
To delete a quick setting parameter rity is active).
1. Tap Menu > Method Management. TIP: You cannot delete, archive or rename the cur-
rently used method. Change to another method be-
2. Select a method and tap <Quick Settings Man-
fore deleting or renaming.
agement>.
3. Tap <More> and <Delete>. To change the order and to set the visibility of
methods
4. Select the parameter you want to delete and tap
<Delete>. If a method is made invisible, you cannot select this
method any longer in the method list and the meth-
od settings.
9.5 Editing Methods 1. Tap Menu > Method Management.
You can copy, rename, hide, arrange delete and ar- 2. Tap <More> and tap <Visibility and Order>.
chive methods. You need manager or administrator
3. Enable the check box to set the method visible
rights to create, edit, delete or archive methods. Up
or disable the check box to make the method
to 200 methods can be created.
invisible.
TIPs: To create a new method, make a copy of an
4. Use the up and down arrows to change the posi-
existing method with similar settings. Then rename
tion of a method in the list.
the new method and change its method settings to
your needs.
Creating, archiving, hiding and arranging methods 9.6 Selecting a Method
affects the position numbers in the method list. If
you use bar codes for assigning methods, check the You can select the method using the <Method> but-
position numbers of your methods after these ac- ton on the main screen or using the respective col-
tions. umn in the sample list (if in sample list mode):
1. Tap <Method> to open the methods list.
To copy a method
2. Select a method.
1. Tap Menu > Method Management.
2. Select a method with a long tap and tap
<Copy>. A new method is created with the
same method name as the original one and an
additional number in brackets. The new method
is saved in the last position of the method list.

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10 Measuring
10.1 General Sample Settings 10.3 Applying a Sample
If the "No Sample List" mode is active, you only
need to tap <Start> to initiate a measurement.
WARNING
In "Sample List" mode (see section 6.1) enter the re-
quired data into the sample list before starting a Hazardous substances
measurement. Tap the button <Sample List> and fill Before applying any sample or cleaning liquid
in the sample data. make sure that:
• All safety instructions concerning the use of
Sample name
chemicals and the use of inflammable chemi-
If you have configured the automatic sample nam- cals are met (see section 1).
ing, a prefix, a postfix or a counter will be added to
• The fire point of the liquid in use is higher
each sample name after a measurement has been
than 169 °C (25 °C above the maximum tem-
finished (see section 6.3).
perature of the Peltier module which is
144 °C).
Quick settings
• No source of ignition exists close to the
You can use the quick settings function (see
instrument.
section 9.4) to:
• Sufficient ventilation is guaranteed.
• enter a sample name and select a measurement
type. • All wetted parts of the instrument are resis-
• change the measurement settings of the follow- tant (see appendix A.3).
ing measurement(s) without affecting the set-
• All wetted parts of the installed accessories
tings of the active method.
are resistant. See the instruction manual of
TIP: The new settings are maintained for the follow- the accessory (e.g. the sample changer) for
ing measurements until other changes are made. information about the materials.

10.2 Monitor Mode CAUTION

If you have not started a measurement yet or if you Hot surface
have terminated a measurement by tapping <Can- The measuring prism, its surrounding steel sur-
cel>, the instrument is in the monitor mode and face or mounted accessories can be very hot.
shows a continuous reading of the current measur- Do not touch these surfaces without adequate
ing values. protective measures.

If you have started a measurement by tapping

<Start>, the continuous measuring values are To achieve highly accurate measuring results, it is
shown until the measurement is finished. The final important that the sample is applied to the refrac-
values are frozen until the next measurement is tometer prism properly. The refractometer prism
started. To unfreeze the screen and to return to the has a circular, polished measuring surface on which
monitor mode, tap < > in the quick access area. the sample has to be placed. For convenient dosage
of liquid samples, polyethylene pipettes are recom-
If required, the instrument can restart the monitor mended.
mode after a measurement automatically:
Samples of sufficiently high surface tension as well
1. Tap Menu > Setup > Measuring System Set- as pasty samples can be conveniently measured.
tings > Monitor Mode Settings. Three or four drops of these samples (approximate-
2. Check the box "Automatically enter monitor ly 1 ml) is sufficient. The filling height should be at
mode after a measurement was finished". least 1 mm above the prism surface. Make sure that
no air bubbles are formed on the prism surface.

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Special Cases TIP: The smaller the sample volume, the shorter the
stabilization time. Samples of good thermal conduc-
• If samples of medium or high viscosity are mea-
tivity yield stable readings in about 15 to 20 sec-
sured, e.g. sugar syrups, reproducible results
onds, while samples of poor thermal conductivity
can only be obtained when sample liquid cover-
such as syrups and other solutions of high viscosity
ing the outer surface of the pipette is wiped off.
may require one minute or more.
• Pasty samples, e.g. mustard, should be applied
4. Immediately after placing the sample on the
on the prism with a spatula. The stainless steel
prism, attach the magnetic sample cover to
surface surrounding the prism may remain
avoid evaporation and to prevent ambient light
uncovered.
from entering the optical system. Both could
• Samples of low surface tension such as alco- affect the measurement.
holic solutions cover the prism and the sur-
5. After the sample has been applied on the prism,
rounding steel surface. Therefore a higher
some time is required until the sample has
volume is necessary to reach the required filling
attained the prism temperature and a constant
height of 1 mm.
result is displayed.
• Some emulsions or suspensions such as juices
6. Tap <Start> and wait until the measurement is
with pulp or sugarcane crusher juice contain
finished.
suspended matter. Particles settling on the
prism surface can cause unstable measurement - The progress bar shows the progress of the
values. Centrifuging or filtering the sample for measurement with a red bar and the mes-
separating juice and soil before measurements sage "Measuring".
solves this problem. - When the measurement is finished, the prog-
ress bar turns green, the message "Finished"
is displayed. An acoustic signal is given, if
10.4 Performing a Measurement the feedback beep function is activated. The
master condition output field shows the mes-
Perform an adjustment at measuring temperature sage "valid".
prior to the measurement. - Possible sample warnings and errors are
saved in the data memory including a text to
To speed up measurements further describe what went wrong.
- The results are frozen (if the automatic moni-
• Use automatic sample naming (see section 6.3).
tor mode is deactivated, see section 10.2).
• Reduce the accuracy (see section 9.2).
The display can be unfrozen by tapping
< >.
To perform a measurement
- The result values are saved in the data mem-
1. Before starting a measurement, check if: ory (if non storage mode is inactive) and can
- the measuring prism is clean be viewed, printed, deleted or archived.
- the method settings are set correctly 7. Clean the measuring prism (see section 11.2)
- suitable cleaning liquids are available and measure the next sample.
2. Apply the sample on the prism so that the whole
measuring surface is covered by sample. The
required sample volume is approximately 1 mL.
3. Enter a sample name if required.

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11 Upkeep and Cleaning

To ensure a constant high accuracy of your mea-
surements, employ a regular and effective cleaning NOTICE
routine and store the instrument under the recom- To protect the surface of your instrument never
mended conditions. use:
• highly nonpolar solvents (e.g. toluene, hex-
ane, solvent naphtha)
WARNING
• strong acids or bases (e.g. nitric acid, sulfuric
Hazardous substances acid, hydrochloric acid, caustic soda)
Before applying any sample or cleaning liquid
make sure that: • strong mechanical action (e.g. steel brush).

• All safety instructions concerning the use of

chemicals and the use of inflammable chemi- 11.1 Cleaning Instrument Housing and
cals are met (see section 1).
Touchscreen
• The fire point of the liquid in use is higher
than 169 °C (25 °C above the maximum tem- To clean the instrument housing or the touch screen,
perature of the Peltier module which is use a soft tissue that can be wetted with an ethanol
144 °C). water mix or warm water, if necessary with some
• No source of ignition exists close to the mild cleaning agent added (pH < 10).
instrument.
Cleaning frequency for ventilation openings
• Sufficient ventilation is guaranteed.
All ventilation openings must be cleaned at least
• All wetted parts of the instrument are resis- once a year with a vacuum cleaner. Reduce the vac-
tant (see appendix A.3). uum power to avoid high fan speeds. Avoid touching
• All wetted parts of the installed accessories the fan blades in order to protect the fan bearing and
are resistant. See the instruction manual of blades.
the accessory (e.g. the sample changer) for
information about the materials.
11.2 Cleaning the Measuring Prism
CAUTION 1. Tissue is best suited for wiping off the samples.
Use a new tissue for each cleaning step. Avoid
Hot surface touching the prism with your fingers or cleaning
The measuring prism, its surrounding steel sur- the prism with a part of the tissue that was
face or mounted accessories can be very hot. touched before.
Do not touch these surfaces without adequate
2. The prism surface must be absolutely clean and
protective measures.
dry before the sample is applied.
3. An occasional cleaning of the prism with water
or another solvent such as ethanol or acetone
may be necessary. A solvent that is suitable for
the samples measured before is recommended.
TIP: You can check the cleaning result by measur-
ing distilled or deionized water. If the Brix measure-
ment value is 0.00 %mas, the prism is clean.

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11.3 Cleaning a Flow Cell 11.4 Cleaning a Flow Cell with Filling
Cleaning liquids Funnel
For cleaning two liquids may be required:
Cleaning liquids
1. Cleaning liquid 1 dissolves and removes sample
residues in a measuring cell. It has to be a good See section 11.3.
solvent for all sample components.
Cleaning frequency
2. Cleaning liquid 2 removes cleaning liquid 1 and
is easily evaporated by a stream of dry air in Clean and dry the flow cell at least after each work-
order to accelerate drying of the cell. Cleaning ing day or working shift. Cleaning more frequently
liquid 2 has to be a good solvent for cleaning liq- can become necessary when:
uid 1.
• you perform adjustments.
Table 11-1: Recommended cleaning liquids
• you measure a sample that is not miscible with
Sample Cleaning Liquids the previous sample (e.g. an aqueous sample
1 2 after a petrochemical sample).
Aqueous Water Ethanol
• you measure a sample that could chemically
Chemical Ethanol Acetone
react with the previous sample.
If you are not sure if a cleaning liquid is suitable for
your sample, perform a preliminary test in a test To perform a cleaning procedure
tube to see if any phase separation, precipitate or 1. Flush the cell thoroughly by pouring distilled or
opalescence can be observed. deionized water into the filling funnel several
Cleaning frequency times.

Clean and dry the flow cell at least after each work- 2. An occasional cleaning of the cell with another
ing day or working shift. Cleaning more frequently solvent such as ethanol may be necessary. Rec-
can become necessary when: ommended is a solvent that is suitable for the
samples measured before.
• you perform adjustments.
• you measure a sample that is not miscible with 3. Drain the flow cell completely: Close the top of
the previous sample (e.g. an aqueous sample the riser tube with your fingertip and pour water
after a petrochemical sample). into the filling funnel. The liquid will be sucked
• you measure a sample that could chemically out of the cell due to the siphon effect.
react with the previous sample. 4. Unscrew the screw cap of the flow cell. An O-
To perform a cleaning procedure ring seals the sample cell. Remove the O-ring
carefully and clean it. Also clean the groove in
1. Flush the cell thoroughly by pumping distilled or which the O-ring sits.
deionized water through the cell several times
with a syringe or a pump. 5. Clean the measuring prism (see section 11.2.)
2. An occasional cleaning of the cell with another 6. When flow cell and prism are clean and dry,
solvent such as ethanol may be necessary. A mount the flow cell back onto the device. Don't
solvent that is suitable for the samples mea- forget to put the O-ring back in place.
sured before is recommended.
3. Drain the flow cell completely.
4. Unscrew the screw cap of the flow cell. An O- 11.5 Storing the Instrument
ring seals the sample cell. Remove the O-ring
carefully and clean it. Also clean the groove in Always clean and dry the prism before storing the in-
which the O-ring sits. strument for more than one day. For storage that
lasts a day or less, the sample cell can be filled with
5. Clean the measuring prism (see section 11.2.)
distilled or deionized water.
6. When flow cell and prism are clean and dry,
mount the flow cell back onto the device. Don't
forget to put the O-ring back in place.

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11.6 Drying Cartridge To replace a drying cartridge

1. Unscrew the old cartridge counterclockwise
The drying cartridge protects the optical system using the transparent, protective cap of the new
from moisture. It is equipped with a humidity indica- cartridge as a screwdriver.
tor behind the window in the center. This allows you
2. Remove any residue around the threaded hole
to check the status of the cartridge without the need
of the housing.
to remove it.
3. Check the correct position of the gasket of the
NOTICE fresh cartridge.
• Check the status of the drying cartridge at 4. Screw the cartridge into the hole.
least once a year.
• Don’t exchange the drying cartridge unless it
needs exchanging.
• Always install a drying cartridge. An unsealed
optical system might result in damage to the
instrument.

When the desiccant in the cartridge saturates with

moisture, the indicator changes its color from blue to
pale pink. If the blue color disappears and the indi-
cator begins to show a tinge of pink, the cartridge
must be replaced:

1 2 3
Fig. 4: Humidity indicator of drying cartridge
1 Dry, new cartridge
2 Replace
3 Saturated, replace immediately

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12 Maintenance and Repair

12.1 Warranty 12.2 Repair Performed by an Autho-
To keep the warranty1 on the instrument valid, ob-
rized Anton Paar Representative
serve the instructions given in section 11, "Upkeep
and Cleaning". In case your instrument needs repair, contact your
local Anton Paar representative, who will take care
The instrument does not require any periodic main- of the necessary steps. If your instrument needs to
tenance by Anton Paar service engineers to retain be returned, request an RMA (Return Material Au-
the warranty. thorization Number). It must not be sent without the
RMA and the filled “Safety Declaration for Instru-
The following wear and tear parts are generally ment Repairs”. Please make sure it is cleaned be-
excluded from the warranty: fore return.
• Drying cartridge TIP: Find the contact data of your local Anton Paar
• Fuses representative on the Anton Paar website (http://
www.anton-paar.com) under “Contact”.
• Hoses in direct contact with sample (if applica-
ble, i.e. for flow cells or peristaltic pumps)
• O-rings in direct contact with sample (if applica-
ble, i.e. for flow cells)
• Fluid connectors in direct contact with sample (if
applicable, i.e. UNC connectors for flow cells)
• Button cell (real-time clock)
The real-time clock of the device is powered by an
internal lithium button cell while the device is
switched off. When the button cell is depleted, the
real-time clock sets the date of the instrument to
January 1, 2000 on start-up. If date and time are not
set manually, incorrect time stamps will be written to
reports.
To ensure continuous operation, it is recommended
to replace the button cell every five years as a pre-
ventive measure. Contact your local Anton Paar
representative for a replacement of the button cell.

1 For detailed information please see the general terms of delivery (GTD) on the Anton Paar website
(http://www.anton-paar.com).

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 Appendix A: Technical Data

Appendix A: Technical Data

Appendix A.1: General Technical Data
Dimensions (W x H x D) 300 mm x 145 mm x 330 mm
Weight 6.5 kg
Mains Voltage AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption Max.120 VA
Power inlet According to IEC/EN 60320-1/C14, protection class I
Housing material
Front, top & side cover Styrene/Butadiene
Back, bottom, drip plate, Stainless Steel
surface surrounding the prism
Prism material Synthetic sapphire
Environmental conditions (EN 61010) Indoor use only
Ambient temperature 10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F)
Air humidity 10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Pollution degree 2
Overvoltage category II
Light source LED 589.3 nm, average lifetime 100 000 h
Touchscreen 163 mm (6.4"), 640 px x 480 px
Memory 1000 measuring values
Interfaces • 3 x USB 2.0 Type A
• 1 x USB 2.0 Type B
• 1 x CAN Bus in
• 1 x CAN Bus out
• 1 x VGA
• 1 x Ethernet
• 1 x RS-232
• 1 x Options

NOTICE
• Only connect devices to the interfaces that comply with PELV (protective extra-low voltage) accord-
ing to EN 61140 or with SELV (safety extra-low voltage) according to EN 60950.
• Only connect Anton Paar equipment or equipment with a maximum current load of 250 mA to the
CAN interface.
• Only connect USB devices with a maximum current load of 250 mA to the USB interfaces.

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Appendix A.2: Specifications

Abbemat 350 Abbemat 550
Measuring range of refractive index 1.26 nD to 1.72 nD
Resolution of refractive index 0.00001 0.000001
Accuracy of refractive indexa +/-0.0001 +/-0.00002
Measuring range of °Brix scale 0 % to 100 %
Resolution of °Brix scale 0.01 % 0.001 %
Accuracy of °Brix scalea +/-0.05 % +/-0.015 %
b
Sample/prism temperature control 4 °C to 85 °C
Resolution 0.01 °C
Accuracya +/-0.05 °C +/-0.03 °C
Stability +/-0.002 °C
Thermostatting speed from ambient approx. 20 s
temperature to 20.00 °C
a Valid at refractometric standard conditions (T = 20 °C, = 589 nm, ambient temperature = 23 °C)
b Valid at an ambient temperature of max. 30 °C

Appendix A.3: Wetted Parts

Table 7: Parts in contact with samples and cleaning liquids during normal operation
Sample Area Material
Prism Synthetic sapphire
Surface surrounding the prism Stainless steel
Seal between prism and surface FFKM

Micro flow cell Material

O-rings FKM (FFKM optional)
Sample cell PPS-GF40, PFA or stainless steel
Luer connector ETFE

Flow cell Material

O-rings FKM (FFKM optional)
Sample cell PPS-GF40
Tube connectors of flow cell PPS-GF40

Flow cell with filling funnel Material

O-rings FKM (FFKM optional)
Sample cell PPS-GF40
Tube connectors of sample cell PPS-GF40
Filling funnel, riser tube Stainless steel
Tubing funnel to flow cell, flow cell to riser tube FKM
Tubing for drainage Silicone

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 Appendix B: Menu Tree

Appendix B: Menu Tree

The menu tree shows which parts of the menu are Administrator, Manager, Operator
accessible for users with administrator, manager or Administrator, Manager
operator rights using the following colors:
Administrator

Table 8: Menu tree

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4
Checks / Adjustments Check Management /
Execution
Refractometer Adjustments One Point Adjustment
Two Point Adjustment
Set Air Reference
Reset To Factory Adjustment
Settings RI Reference Standard
Management
Data Memory a Measurement Data Measured Data
Statistic
Settings Data Browser Settings
Data Memory Settings
Check Data Check Result Data b

Settings b Data Memory Settings

Export Check Data c

Delete / Archive Audit Trail Data c

Audit Trail Export Audit Trail Data
Delete / Archive Audit Trail Data
Adjustment Data Refractometer Module
Print or Export Adjustment Data
Method Management Select a Method Measurement Mode
Activate Modules / Constants
Refractometer Module
Peristaltic Pump b, d
Layout Type (Display)
Result Output
Xsample Module b, d
Limits
Quick Settings Management
More Visibility and Order
a Not available in Non Storage Mode. "Audit Trail" displayed instead if audit trail is activated
b Not available in Abbemat Desktop
c Only available in Abbemat Desktop (optional)
d With peristaltic pump (optional) installed and activated
e With Xsample (optional) connected

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Table 9: Menu Tree (continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4
Setup Measuring System Settings Sample List / Sample Settings Sample List / Sample Naming
User-defined Data Fields
Sample List Warnings
Mandatory Data Fields
User Functions / Calculator User Function Management
Calculator
Group Calculator
Instrument Connectivity a LIMS Bridge b
Value Visibility
Error Visibility
Monitor Mode Settings
Control Panel Date and Time a
Regional Settings
Input Units
Time Server Settings a
Network a
Instrument Name and Location
Screen Saver a
Sound Settings
VNC Settings a
Calibrate Touch Screen a
Calibrate External Touch Screen a
Keyboard and Bar Code Settings
FTP Settings a
SMTP Server Settings
Display Brightness a
RS-232 LIMS Settings a
System Security Security Level c
Audit Trail
Electronic Signature c
Logon Settings
Increased Security
Advanced Security
Securing Actions
Pairing d
Automatic Audit Trail Export a
Non Storage Mode a
User Management User Management
User Group Administration
Printout Settings a / Printer Management a
Export Settings d Automatic Printout a
Report Management
Select Logos
Import Logos
Name and Address
Automatic Report d Measurement
Audit Trail
Check
Adjustment
a Not available in Abbemat Desktop
b For details see the LIMS Service manual
c Not available in Non Storage Mode
d Only available in Abbemat Desktop (optional)

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Table 10: Menu Tree (continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Service Instrument Settings Management Backup Instrument Settings a
Restore Instrument Settings a
Export Instrument Settings a
Full System Backup a
Full System Restore a
Backup the Database b
Restore the Database b
Update a System Update
Module Firmware Update
Import Method Package
Install Language Pack
Logging Configuration
System Information Export (Instrument Data)
Save Logfile
Refractometer Device Information
Unlock Service
Live Raw Data Abbemat
Calculations
Download Documents a Download Manual
Download Release Notes
a Not available in Abbemat Desktop
b Only available in Abbemat Desktop (optional)

Table 11: Main Screen Options

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Menu (see table 8)
Measured Data a
Quick Settings b or
Sample List c List Management Load Sample List
Save Sample List
Clear Sample List
Copy Sample List Entry
Reorder Sample List
Select Method
Quick Settings
Select a Method
Start/Stop a measurement
Quick Access Bar Message List Open Message List
Delete Messages
Peristaltic Pump (optional)
Monitor Mode
Instant Print
Favorites Info
Output Fields Configure Output Fields

a Not available in Non Storage Mode

b If "No Sample List Mode" is active (see section 6.1)
c If "Sample List Mode" is active (see section 6.1)

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Appendix C: Troubleshooting

Appendix C: Troubleshooting
Table 12: Main Power
Problem Cause Correction

Instrument is without power. Mains power cable is not con- Check connection of the mains
nected or defective. power cable; if required, replace
it with a new one.

Mains power is switched off. Switch on the mains power.

Table 13: Display of unstable results

Problem Cause Correction

Sedimentation on the prism Sample contains particles, e.g. Filtrate the sample
fibers

Sample is hygroscopic or con- The sample is taking up water Use a sample cover with O-ring
tains a solvent of low vapor from the air or solvent is evapo- seal or a flow cell
pressure rating

Residue of previously mea- The samples will mix slowly Clean the prism thoroughly
sured sample has remained on before measuring
prism

Table 14: Display of stable, but wrong measuring values

Problem Cause Correction

Ambient light is entering the Sample cover not used or not Place the sample cover correctly
optical system covering the sample well com-
pletely

Wrong adjustment A mistake was made during Set the instrument back to fac-
adjustment, e.g. by an impure or tory adjustment. Afterwards per-
wrong standard or a dirty prism form an adjustment

Wrong air reference Air reference was set with dirty Set the air reference accurately
prism or with sample on the
prism

Bad air reference or dirty mea- The measuring prism is contami- Clean prism thoroughly with
suring prism nated with sample deionized water, acetone, or any
other suitable solvent

Not enough sample on the prism The volume of sample applied Apply at least 1 ml of sample
on prism is too low

Table 15: No measuring value

Problem Cause Correction

The instrument cannot get a Refractive index of the sample is Measure sample with refractive
measuring result out of range index in range of instrument

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Table 16: Temperature

Problem Cause Correction

The instrument is overheated Insufficient air circulation Ensure unhindered air circula-
tion at the ventilation openings

Defective cooling fan Contact your local Anton Paar

representative

Ambient temperature too high Lower the room temperature

Frequent and fast changes Extend the times between differ-

between high and low prism ent prism temperatures
temperatures

Malfunction of internal tempera- Contact your local Anton Paar

ture control representative

Prism temperature is not stable Temperature control is switched Switch temperature control on or
off use a method with internal tem-
perature control

Internal Peltier temperature con- Ensure unhindered air circula-

trol is not reaching the set tem- tion at the ventilation openings;
perature if required, lower room tempera-
ture

Malfunction of internal tempera- Contact your local Anton Paar

ture control representative

Table 17: Other

Problem Cause Correction

The drying cartridge is used up The cartridge was not screwed The drying cartridge must be
in properly or its lifetime is replaced, see section 11.6
exceeded

The internal housing of the Contact your local Anton Paar

optics is not air-tight representative

Internal optics are out of adjust- The instrument was improperly Contact your local Anton Paar
ment transported or handled representative

The refractometer lamp is not LED light source is defective Contact your local Anton Paar
operating representative

Measuring prism is defective Prism was damaged due to Contact your local Anton Paar
mechanical or thermal stress representative

Wrong date and time Internal button cell depleted, see Contact your local Anton Paar
section section 12.1 representative for a replacement
of the button cell

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Appendix D: CE Certificate

Appendix D: CE Certificate

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