Part No.

84295

200CR
Conductivity/Resistivity
Instrument
Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and observe the following:

INSTALLATION: This instrument must be installed by trained instrumentation personnel in accordance with
relevant local codes and instructions in this manual. Observe all instrument specifications and ratings.
SHOCK HAZARD: Make sure power to all wires is turned off before proceeding with installation or service of
this instrument. High voltage may be present on the input power and relay wires.
RELAY CONTROL ACTION: Relays will always de-energize on loss of power, equivalent to normal state,
regardless of relay state setting for powered operation. Configure any control system using these relays with
fail-safe logic accordingly.
PROCESS UPSETS: Because process safety conditions may depend on consistent operation of this
instrument, take appropriate action to maintain conditions during sensor cleaning, replacement or sensor or
instrument calibration.

This manual includes safety information with the following designations and formats:

WARNING: POTENTIAL FOR PERSONAL INJURY.

CAUTION: possible instrument damage or malfunction.

NOTE: important operating information.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1: GETTING STARTED .............................................................1

Introduction............................................................................................................................... 1
Features ................................................................................................................................... 1
Overview of Operation............................................................................................................ 1
Installation & Setup Procedure .............................................................................................. 2

CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE 200CR......................................................3

Unpacking ................................................................................................................................ 3
Installation................................................................................................................................. 3
Electrical Connections ............................................................................................................ 3

CHAPTER 3: USING THE 200CR.................................................................7

Applying Power to the 200CR ............................................................................................... 7
The Display.............................................................................................................................. 7
The Keypad.............................................................................................................................. 8
Using the Menus ...................................................................................................................... 9
Installing a Sensor .................................................................................................................10
Measurement Designations .................................................................................................10
Displaying Measurements....................................................................................................10
Alarm Indications ...................................................................................................................12

CHAPTER 4: MAKING MEASUREMENTS.............................................. 13

Measurement Process .........................................................................................................13
Measurement Types .............................................................................................................13
Selecting a Measurement Type...........................................................................................14
Cell Constants .......................................................................................................................15
Temperature Compensation................................................................................................15
Setting Compensation..........................................................................................................16
AC Power Frequency ...........................................................................................................17

CHAPTER 5: USING SETPOINTS ............................................................ 18

Overview.................................................................................................................................18
Setpoint Signal......................................................................................................................18
Setpoint Value .......................................................................................................................18
Setpoint State ........................................................................................................................18
Assigned Relay .....................................................................................................................18
Programming a Setpoint ......................................................................................................19
USP Setpoints.......................................................................................................................20
CHAPTER 6: USING RELAYS ................................................................... 21
Description.............................................................................................................................21
Electrical Connections ..........................................................................................................21
Delay Time.............................................................................................................................21
Hysteresis ..............................................................................................................................21
Relay State.............................................................................................................................21
Programming a Relay...........................................................................................................21

CHAPTER 7: USING ANALOG OUTPUTS............................................... 23

Description.............................................................................................................................23
Electrical Connections ..........................................................................................................23
Programming the Analog Outputs.......................................................................................23
Analog Output Calibration....................................................................................................24

CHAPTER 8: METER CALIBRATION ...................................................... 26

Overview.................................................................................................................................26
Calibration Verification.........................................................................................................26
Calibration Procedure ..........................................................................................................27

CHAPTER 9: SENSOR CALIBRATION .................................................... 30

Entering/Editing Cell Constants...........................................................................................30
Calibration Overview.............................................................................................................30
Calibration Procedure ..........................................................................................................31

CHAPTER 10: SECURITY/LOCKOUT ..................................................... 32

Security Features ..................................................................................................................32
Changing the Password .......................................................................................................32
Enabling the Lockout ............................................................................................................32
Accessing a Locked Menu...................................................................................................33

CHAPTER 11: OTHER FUNCTIONS ........................................................ 34

Averaging ...............................................................................................................................34
System Reset ........................................................................................................................34
Setting a Manual Temperature ............................................................................................35
Sending Data to a Printer or Computer..............................................................................35

CHAPTER 12: TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................... 37

Off-Line Self-Diagnostics .....................................................................................................37
On-Line Diagnostics ............................................................................................................37
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................38
Recovery Procedure .............................................................................................................39
CHAPTER 13: SERVICE & MAINTENANCE ........................................... 40
Fuse Replacement................................................................................................................40
Reducing 200CR Patch Cord Length .................................................................................40
Spare Parts............................................................................................................................41
Accessories...........................................................................................................................41

CHAPTER 14: TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATIONS ....................................... 42

Menu Trees ............................................................................................................................43
Overall Dimensions ...............................................................................................................46
Panel Cutout ..........................................................................................................................47
Exploded Assembly ..............................................................................................................48
Panel Mounting ......................................................................................................................49
Pipe Mounting........................................................................................................................50
Pipe Mounting Bracket.........................................................................................................51
Sealed Rear Cover Assembly .............................................................................................52
Printed Circuit Board Layout................................................................................................53
Rear Panel Wiring and Patch Cords...................................................................................54
Calibrators .............................................................................................................................55
Meter Calibration Connections ............................................................................................55

SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................... 56
CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY.................................................... 57
CSA AND NRTL/C APPROVALS............................................................... 58
WARRANTY.................................................................................................. 59
CHAPTER 1: GETTING STARTED

INTRODUCTION Setpoints (alarms): 4 independent alarms

programmable as high or low limits.
Thank you for ordering the 200CR instrument from Relays: up to 4 with programmable delay time and
Thornton Inc. The 200CR is an analytical and hysteresis.
process control instrument for measuring solution
properties. It is user friendly, flexible and highly Outputs: 2 analog outputs (4-20mA).
accurate. The 200CR can process two signals Communications: RS232/RS422 interface, bi-
from each of two sensors.* A 1 line x 16 character directional. External isolation required if using 240-
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) module conveys 501 sensor.
measuring data and setup information. The display
is backlit for viewing in all lighting conditions. The Security: keypad lockout with password.
menu structure allows the operator to modify all Calibration: complete instrument, output, and
operational parameters by using keys on the front sensor calibration. Calibration can be NIST
panel. A menu-lockout feature, with password traceable.
protection, is available to prevent the unauthorized
use of the meter. The 200CR is configured with up Watchdog Timer: with a power supply monitor, to
to four relays for process control. prevent unexpected instrument lockup.

The 200CR instrument is equipped with a Built-In Diagnostics: several self tests performed
communication interface that can be configured as automatically and can be initiated at any time.
either an RS422 or an RS232. This interface
provides real-time data output and complete
instrument configuration capabilities for central OVERVIEW OF OPERATION
monitoring via Personal Computer or
Programmable Logic Controller. For coverage of When power is applied to the 200CR, the
communications, see Manual 84364. initialization process begins. The instrument will
perform a number of self tests. Any problems
detected during these tests will be reported by a
FEATURES displayed message.
Next, all setup parameters (setpoints, states, relay
Display: 1 line x 16 character backlit LCD. conditions, etc.) are restored from a non-volatile
Measurements: resistivity, conductivity, °C, °F, memory.
total dissolved solids, % rejection, difference and The meter will then begin the measurement
ratio, %HCl, %NaOH, % H2SO4. process. A complete measurement cycle is
Measurement Channels: 2*. performed once per second and consists of the
following:
Signal Inputs per channel: 2 (total of 4 signals
for measurement). 1. Measure four signals and compute four
measurements.
Measurement Cycle Time: 1 second (4
measurements processed per second). 2. Check setpoints against the measurements.

Configuration: all setup information is stored in 3. Control the relays.

non-volatile memory. 4. Update analog output signals.
5. Transmit measurement data over the
communication port.
*
except that only a single channel may be used with a 240- 6. Display data (if not displaying menu).
501 50/cm sensor unless sensor locations are electrically
isolated from each other. At any time during this process, the menus can be
accessed by pressing one of the menu keys. The

Chapter 1 Getting Started 1

display of a menu will not affect the measurement 12. Optional: program the relays as shown in
process. Chapter 6.
13. Optional: program other features such as
averaging method, special temperature
INSTALLATION & SETUP compensation, security/password, etc, as
PROCEDURE needed.

The following guideline shows the steps necessary

to install a 200CR meter and begin operation.
1. Follow the meter installation procedure for
physically mounting the meter, as outlined
in Chapter 2. The meter may be mounted in
a panel, on a pipe, or on a wall.
Optional: sealed rear cover is required for
wall and pipe mounting. Drill holes as
needed for conduit or cable grips, install the
cover and wire the meter before wall or pipe
mounting.
2. Make all necessary electrical connections to
the meter after panel mounting. The wiring
procedure is outlined in Chapter 2.
3. Required wiring: input power and sensor
cables.
4. Optional wiring: relays, analog outputs, and
serial port.
5. Set appropriate input line frequency to
reduce measurement noise. See AC
POWER FREQUENCY in Chapter 4.
6. Instrument calibration is performed at the
factory to specifications. Re-calibration is
not necessary. If QA/QC practice requires it,
meter calibration may be verified as outlined
in Chapter 8.
7. Connect sensors to the patch cords.
8. Enter sensor constants from the label of
each cell as outlined in ENTERING/EDITING
CELL CONSTANTS in Chapter 9. DO NOT
PERFORM A SENSOR CALIBRATION.
9. Select the desired measurements for each
sensor as shown in SELECTING A
MEASUREMENT TYPE in Chapter 4.
10. Optional: program the analog outputs as
shown in Chapter 7. DO NOT PERFORM
AN OUTPUT CALIBRATION.
11. Optional: program the setpoints as shown in
Chapter 5.

2 Getting Started Chapter 1

CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE 200CR

UNPACKING the panel opening before the rear cover is installed.

Wall Mounting
Each 200CR is packed in an individual
biodegradable carton. Customers are advised to The 200CR can be easily mounted to a wall when
retain the packaging in the event that the the rear cover is installed. The flanges on the ends
instrument must be returned to Thornton for service of the cover contain holes for screws to fasten the
or calibration. Open the carton carefully to insure assembly to the wall. A template for drilling
that the product is not damaged or dropped. mounting holes is included in the wall mount kit.
This carton should contain:
1 - 200CR Instrument Pipe Mounting
1 - Set, panel mounting gasket & screws
The 200CR can be mounted to a pipe with the pipe
1 - 84295 Instruction Manual mounting accessory kit (shown in Figure 14.7. The
1 - Certificate of Calibration assembly procedure is shown in Figure 14.6.

INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

The 200CR can be mounted in a panel, on a pipe or All electrical connections are made at terminal
attached to a wall. blocks at the rear of the 200CR case which can
accept 12 to 28 AWG wire (0.08 to 3.31 mm2).

Panel Mounting Cutout WARNING: MAKE SURE POWER TO ALL WIRES

and Installation IS TURNED OFF BEFORE PRO-CEEDING WITH
THE INSTALLATION. HIGH VOLTAGE MAY BE
The panel cutout should measure 7.56 inches wide PRESENT ON THE INPUT POWER WIRES AND
by 3.78 inches high (192 mm X 96 mm). Drill four RELAY WIRES.
holes for the #10 mounting screws. See Figure 14.3 CAUTION: To prevent electrostatic discharge
for panel cutout size and mounting screw hole (ESD) from damaging the instrument during
spacing. When mounting multiple instruments on installation, the installer must be electrically
the same panel, note the front flange dimensions in grounded i.e., wear a conductive wrist strap
Figure 14.2 in order to allow enough space between connected to earth ground.
instruments.
CAUTION: Run signal and power wiring in
Panel cutouts should be clean and free of burrs and separate conduit or wire bundles to prevent
sharp edges. The proper dimensions allow an electrical noise pickup.
instrument to slide freely into the cutout.
Install the panel gasket (supplied with instrument) Input Power and Relay Connections
on the instrument as shown in Figure 14.5. Slide
the instrument into the cutout and secure it with the Terminal block TB1 contains connections for the
mounting screws. input line power and relay contacts. Depending
CAUTION: Do not over-tighten the screws as upon the model number, the 200CR will have either
this may crack the case. 2 or 4 relays. Table 2.1 shows the wiring sequence.

If the rear cover is used in a panel mounted All relays have “dry contacts”; they are potential-
installation, the 200CR unit must be installed in free and require external power to be wired in series
with the load and instrument terminals. Relays 3
and 4, if specified, are solid state AC-only relays
(triacs) and require a minimum current of 10 mA to

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switch reliably. With very small loads such as a power transformer and the fuse. For 115 VAC
neon bulb, test meter or PLC, a load resistor is operation jumper pins 1-2 and 3-4 must be used.
required in parallel with the load, e.g. a 10K ohm, 2 For 230 VAC operation only a jumper on pins 2-3
watt resistor, for operation with 115 VAC. must be installed. The jumpers can be accessed
by removing two screws from the back panel and
TB1 Input Power & Relay
carefully lifting the panel off.
Label Function
WARNING: IF THE INPUT VOLTAGE JUMPERS
L 115V/230 VAC Line ARE CHANGED YOU MUST LABEL THE UNIT
N 115V/230 VAC Neutral WITH THE NEW VOLTAGE REQUIREMENT.
ALSO, THE FUSE MUST BE CHANGED TO THE
Earth Ground PROPER TYPE TO AVOID RISK OF FIRE
HAZARD
NC1 Relay1: Normally Closed Fuse requirements:
C1 Relay1: Common For 115 VAC: 1/8 Amp, SB, 250 VAC
NO1 Relay1: Normally Open For 230 VAC: 1/16 Amp, SB, 250 VAC
NOTE: If the line power frequency is changed,
NC2 Relay 2: Normally Closed select the correct setting (see AC POWER
C2 Relay 2: Common FREQUENCY in Chapter 4).

NO2 Relay 2: Normally Open

Setting Input Voltage for 24 VDC
C3 Relay 3: Common
The 200CR can be operated from a +24 VDC power
NO3 Relay 3: Normally Open supply instead of the typical 115 VAC or 230 VAC
source.
C4 Relay 4: Common NOTE: For measurement using 240-501 50/cm
sensor, the 24VDC power must be isolated from
NO4 Relay 4: Normally Open
earth ground.
Table 2.1: Input Power & Relay Connections Remove any AC power connections from terminal
WARNING: MISWIRING THE AC POWER MAY block TB1.
DAMAGE THE INSTRUMENT AND WILL VOID 1. Move circuit board jumper W6 to the 24V
ALL WARRANTIES position (left two pins) as shown in Figure
14.9.
Setting Input Voltage 2. Connect + 24V DC power to the connection
for 115 VAC or 230 VAC labeled PS+ on terminal block TB3. Connect
the power supply ground to the connection
The input voltage for a 200CR can be set for either labeled PS- on TB3.
115 VAC or 230 VAC operation. The input voltage
WARNING: AC POWER CONNECTIONS MUST
is preset at the factory and is indicated on the
BE REMOVED WHEN USING THE +24V POWER
serial number labeled on the side of the unit.
INPUT.
Jumpers on the printed circuit board can be
changed to change the input voltage. See Figure NOTE: The +24 VDC input is not fused within
14.9. W4 jumper pins are located between the the meter.

Output Connections

Connections for all outputs are made to terminal

block TB2. The serial port can be configured as an

4 Installing the 200CR Chapter 2

RS232 port (shown in Table 2.2.) or an RS422 port
(shown in Table 2.3). Sensor Patch Cord Connections
TB2 RS232 Function The sensors are connected to terminal block TB3.
Label Two sets of six terminals, grouped as Channel A
and Channel B are used for the sensors. Patch
GND Ground cords for the 200CR have a connector on one end
and tinned leads on the other end. The connector
TXD+ Not Used
should be protected from water. The tinned leads
TXD- Transmit Data are numbered to match the numbers on TB3. Table
2.5. shows the wiring pattern for sensors.
RXD+ Not Used
NOTE: Patch cord wire #7 (blue) is not used with
RXD Receive Data this meter. Do not remove clear shrink tubing.
Table 2.2: RS232 Connections CAUTION: Protect the patch cord-to-sensor
connection from water.
CAUTION: Miswiring patch cords may damage
TB2 RS442 Function sensors and will void all warranties. All wires
Label (except blue) must be connected. Each sensor
patch cord wire is numbered to match a
GND Ground number on the rear label. To verify wire color
and number, check table below.
TXD+ Transmit Data Positive

TXD- Transmit Data Negative TB3 Wire Sensor

Label Color Function
RXD+ Receive Data Positive
*GND (6) Black
RXD Receive Data Negative
SIG5 (5) Red Channel B
Table 2.3: RS422 Connections
SIG4 (4) Green Sensor
Each analog output has + and - connections.
Analog outputs are self-powered with maximum SIG3 (3) White Connections
load resistance of 500 ohms.
SIG2 (2) Clear
CAUTION: Do not connect analog outputs to SIG1 (1) Wht/Blue
circuits supplying power.
+5V - no connection
CAUTION: Do not connect analog output cable
GND (6) Black
shield(s) to the adjacent GND terminal.
Connect shields only to the earth ground SIG5 (5) Red Channel A
terminal next to AC line power.
SIG4 (4) Green Sensor

TB2 Analog Output SIG3 (3) White Connections

Label Function SIG2 (2) Clear
AO2- Output 2 (-) SIG1 (1) Wht/Blue
AO2+ Output 2 (+) Table 2.5: Sensor Connections
AO1- Output 1 (-) *CAUTION: In ultrapure water installations with
all-plastic piping, especially semiconductor
AO1+ Output 1 (+)
wet benches, it is recommended to connect a
Table 2.4: Analog Output Connections jumper from the AC LINE earth ground

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terminal on TB1 to sensor ground terminal desired, the cell must be disconnected and a patch
GND (6) on TB3 for Channel B. This will cord installed in its place to accept a calibrator.
prevent possible instrument damage due to
electrostatic charges that build up in plastic
piping systems. Do not use a ground jumper
with higher conductivity water or with metal
piping.

Alternative 3-Lead Sensor

Connections

Tinned-lead cells with 1000 Pt or 500 Ni-Fe RTDs

may be used with the 200CR. These sensors, with
integral leadwire and no connector, enable the lead
to pass through small openings. The
sensor/instrument separation is limited to less than
50 feet (15 m).
Somewhat lower accuracy may result. Connections
are given in Table 2.6. Jumpers should be 22 gauge
to match the conductor size in the cable, for secure
terminal connections.

TB3 Label Wire Color

Channel B Sensor Connections

GND (6) Clear (shield)
SIG5 (5) Jumper to GND (6)
SIG4 (4) White
SIG3 (3) Jumper to SIG1 (1)
SIG2 (2)
SIG1 (1) Red

Channel A Sensor Connections

GND (6) Clear (Shield)

SIG5 (5) Jumper to GND (6)
SIG5 (4) White
SIG5 (3) Jumper to SIG1 (1)
SIG5 (2)
SIG4 (1) Red
Table 2.6: Alternative Sensor Connections

With 2_8 Series Dot Two sensors there is no label

with factory-supplied precision cell constants. Only
nominal values are entered into the 200CR. With all
tinned-lead sensors, when meter calibration is

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CHAPTER 3: USING THE 200CR

APPLYING POWER THE DISPLAY

TO THE 200CR
The 200CR uses a 1 line by 16 character
After applying power to the meter, the display will alphanumeric display to convey all measurement
show an introduction message for three seconds and setup information. This instrument will display
and then begin making measurements. This one or two measurements, each with channel
message shows the model number and the indication and unit of measure. A typical display of
software version number as follows: measurement data is:

62XX Ver X.X A1.76µS B2.10µS

While the message is being displayed the This display indicates that channel A is measuring
instrument is performing self diagnostics. Various 1.76µS/cm and channel B is measuring
circuits are tested during this process and any 2.10µS/cm. The display of the other
failure will be noted with a message. The measurements can be achieved by pressing the
diagnostics can be repeated at any time via the UP or DOWN keys.
menus. In the menus, an underline cursor and flashing
The default measurement display is the characters (bold) will indicate a field that can be
conductivity reading from the cells on channel A changed. A typical menu appears as follows:
and B as shown below:
SP1=17.00 M High
A1.76µS B2.11µS
This menu indicates that setpoint #1 is
All 200CR meters are calibrated from the factory programmed at a value of 17.00 M (million) and is
and normally require no further calibration. If set as a high limit. The cursor is under the digit “7”
QA/QC practice requires it, the instrument be indicating that the UP and DOWN keys can be
calibrated after installation. See Chapter 8 for more used to change it. The RIGHT and LEFT keys will
information on meter calibration. move the cursor to the next or previous field.

Display Contrast Adjustment

The contrast quality of the display can change with

ambient temperature. The display contrast is
adjusted from the factory for operation at standard
room temperature (25°C). If the meter is operated
at an ambient temperature that is much different
then it may be necessary to make an adjustment.
A potentiometer is accessible from the back side
of the instrument to change the contrast. Use a
small slotted screwdriver to gently turn the
potentiometer. A counter-clockwise turn will
increase the contrast and a clock-wise turn will
decrease the contrast. The rear panel is shown in
Figure 3.1.

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Figure 3.1: 200CR Rear Panel

THE KEYPAD
The 200CR is equipped with an 11-key keypad as shown in Figure 3.2.

Figure 3.2: 200CR Front Panel

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The keypad has 6 keys that provide direct access instrument to accept the options that are displayed
to specific menus as follows: and move to the next menu.
1. MEASURE MODE - menus to change Numbers are set one digit at a time using the
measurement modes. arrow keys. The LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys are
used to position the underline cursor below the
2. SETPOINTS - menus for programming
digit to be changed. The UP and DOWN arrow
setpoints.
keys are then used to change the value of the digit.
3. RELAYS - menus for programming relays. Each digit can be scrolled through the values:
.(decimal point), 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 The
4. OUTPUTS - menus for programming
first digit of any number can also be set to a
outputs.
negative sign (-).
5. CALIBRATE - menus to perform calibration.
To exit the menus either scroll completely through
6. MENUS - all other menus (cell constants, a set of menus with the OK/NEXT key or press any
security, compensation, averaging, etc.). of the six menu keys at any time. The meter will
display a prompt asking if the recent changes
The other keys are referred to as control keys and
should be saved.
are used to make changes within a menu.
1. OK/NEXT Key - used to accept a selection Save Changes Yes
and proceed to the next menu level.
2. UP Key - up arrow is used to scroll up To save the changes press the OK/NEXT key with
through a list of options. “Yes” on the display. To discard the changes use
the UP or DOWN arrow keys to change “Yes” to
3. DOWN Key - down arrow is used to scroll
“No”, then press the OK/NEXT arrow key.
down through a list of options.
If the instrument is displaying a menu and a key is
4. LEFT Key - left arrow is used to move the
not pressed for two minutes, the instrument will
cursor to the left within a menu.
automatically exit the menus without saving any
5. RIGHT Key - right arrow is used to move the changes. When performing a calibration the
cursor to the right within a menu. operator may need to wait for a measurement to
stabilize so the menu time-out feature is
automatically disabled.
USING THE MENUS
Menu Example
There are six menu keys across the bottom of the
200CR front panel. The first five of these keys Press the MEASURE key and the display will
(MEASURE MODE, SETPOINTS, RELAYS, show:
OUTPUTS, AND CALIBRATION) are used to enter
specific menus. These menus allow the
modification of parameters most frequently used by A=S/cm (AUTO)
the operator. The sixth key labeled MENUS allows
access to all other menus for various functions This menu indicates that the Channel A primary
such as setting compensation methods, security measurement is set for conductivity (S/cm) with
levels, etc. auto ranging. The section “S/cm” is the field to be
changed and will be flashed as long as the cursor
The UP and DOWN arrow keys scroll vertically is under it. Pressing the UP arrow key will change
through the menus. Part or all of the display the “S/cm” to “Ω -cm”. The RIGHT arrow key will
changes to the next option whenever an UP or move the cursor to the “(AUTO)” field.
DOWN arrow key is pressed. A field is defined as
a section of the display that can be changed. The
characters of the field will also blink. The LEFT and A=Ω/cm (AUTO)
RIGHT arrow keys move the underline cursor
across the display from one field to the next.
Pressing the OK/NEXT arrow key causes the

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The OK/NEXT key is used to accept the entry and b = channel B secondary measurement
move to the next menu. When the last menu level
Note the upper case letters are used to indicate
is reached the following message is displayed:
the primary measurements and lower case letters
are used to indicate the secondary measurements.
Save Changes Yes
Each of the four calculated measurements can be
one of the following:
Pressing the OK/NEXT key will save the changes
and exit the menus. The UP and DOWN arrow 1. Resistivity
keys can be used to change the “Yes” to “No”.
2. Conductivity
Pressing the OK/NEXT key with “No” will discard
the changes and exit the menus. 3. Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
4. Degrees C

INSTALLING A SENSOR 5. Degrees F

6. % Rejection
Each conductivity sensor is equipped with a
conductivity probe and temperature sensor. Each 7. Difference (A-B or B-A)
of these elements have a calibration constant (or 8. Ratio (A/B or B/A)
cell constant) that must be programmed into the
meter for proper operation. These factors are 9. %HCl
printed on the sensor as well as a Certificate of 10. %NaOH
Calibration supplied with each sensor. The label
may look like this: 11. %H2SO4

RES M=1.0034 TEMP M=1.0015

DISPLAYING MEASUREMENTS
RES M is the conductivity cell constant, and
TEMP M is the temperature sensor constant. See Changing the Display
ENTERING/EDITING CELL CONSTANTS in of Measurements
Chapter 9 for information on entering cell
constants. The 200CR display can show either one or two
measurements at a time. The display of
measurements can be changed by using the UP or
MEASUREMENT DOWN arrow keys. Pressing one of these keys
DESIGNATIONS will cause the meter to change the display mode
(show an alternative set of data).
The 200CR instrument will measure four The display modes for two measurements per line
fundamental signals during each measurement are:
cycle. These measurements are the conductivity
and temperature of the cell on channel A and the Mode #1: A primary and B primary (three
conductivity and temperature of the cell on channel significant digits displayed for each parameter):
B.
The 200CR can process and display four
A1.76µS B2.11µS
calculated measurements. They are referred to as
A primary, A secondary, B primary and B Mode #2: A secondary and B secondary (three
secondary. These measurements are designated significant digits displayed for each parameter).
by a single letter as follows:
A = channel A primary measurement a25.2°C b25.1°C
a = channel A secondary measurement Mode # 3: A Primary and A Secondary (four
B = channel B primary measurement significant digits displayed for each parameter):

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 A1.764µS 25.10°C Display Menus
Mode #4: B primary and B Secondary (four Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu. Use
significant digits displayed for each parameter): the Up or DOWN keys to toggle the field until “Disp
Format” appears. Press OK/NEXT to access this
menu.
B2.109µS 25.12°C
Note that when two measurements from the same Set: Disp Format
channel are displayed, the secondary
measurement indicator ( a or b) is not displayed. Use the UP and DOWN keys to toggle the field
This allows for greater precision in the display of between “1” and “2”.
the primary measurement.
The default display setting (after a system reset) is Measure per Line: 1
mode #1 (A Primary & B Primary).
Press OK/NEXT when done. The meter will ask if
The display modes for one measurement per line
changes should be saved.
are:
Mode #1: A Primary: Save Changes Yes
A 1.765µS/cm C Press OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
return to the display of measurement data.
Mode #2: A Secondary:
Measurement Display Scrolling
a 25.25 deg C
The 200CR has an automatic display scrolling
Mode #3: B Primary: feature for measurement data. With this feature
enabled, the display will show channel A data for 5
seconds and then show channel B data for 5
B 2.109µS/cm C seconds. This process is repeated indefinitely.

Mode # 4: B Secondary: To enable or disable this feature:

Press the MENUS key and the following menu will
b 25.12 deg C appear:

Menus use arrows

Setting the Number of Measurements
per Display Line Press the UP arrow key until “Display Menus” is
displayed.
The 200CR can be set to display either one or two
measurements per line.
Display Menus
To change this feature:
Press the MENUS key and the following menu will
appear: Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu

Menus use arrows Set: Auto Scroll

Press the UP arrow key until “Display Menus” is
displayed.

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Use the Up or Down arrow keys to toggle the field
until “Auto Scroll” appears. Press OK/NEXT to
access this menu.

Auto Scroll=off
Use the UP or DOWN arrow keys to toggle the
field from “Off” to “On”. Press the OK/NEXT key
when done. The meter will ask if changes should
be saved.

Save Changes Yes

Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
return to the display of measurement data.

ALARM INDICATIONS
A setpoint can be programmed as either a high
limit or low limit. When a measurement is higher
than a high point (or lower than a low point), then
the setpoint is considered to be in an alarm state.
This condition is indicated by flashing the
corresponding measurement value in the normal
operating display.

12 Using the 200CR Chapter 3

CHAPTER 4: MAKING MEASUREMENTS

MEASUREMENT PROCESS multiplier in front of the units. The multipliers are k

(kilo or 1,000) and M (Mega or 1,000,000).
The 200CR will process two measurements from The display can be set for a fixed range such as
each of the two channels. The measurements of Ω-cm, KΩ-cm (1,000Ω-cm), and M (Mega or
each channel are referred to as the primary and the 1,000,000). The 200CR can also be set for auto
secondary measurement. The instrument will ranging where the range will be automatically
process a total of four different measurements per adjusted for the most appropriate display. The
cycle. range is set via the measure mode menus.
Measurements are designated as follows: 1,000,000 Ω-cm = 1,000KΩ-cm = 1MΩ-cm
A = channel A primary measurement
a = channel A secondary measurement Conductivity
B = channel B primary measurement Conductivity is usually expressed in siemens per
b = channel B secondary measurement centimeter (S/cm) and is the reciprocal of
resistivity. This measurement can be displayed
Note that upper case letters are used to indicate with a multiplier in front of the units. The multipliers
the primary measurements and lower case letters are m (milli or 1/1,000) and µ (micro or
are used to indicate the secondary measurements. 1/1,000,000). The 200CR can also be set for auto
ranging where the range will be automatically
adjusted for the most appropriate display. The
MEASUREMENT TYPES range is set via the measure mode menus.
1 S/cm = 1,000 mS/cm = 1,000,000 µS/cm
Each of the four measurements (channel A
primary, etc.) can be programmed as one of the Conductivity may also be expressed in siemens
following: per meter (S/m) with a multiplier in front of the
units as described above. To clearly distinguish
1. Resistivity
these units in the 200CR display, the symbol “Σ” is
2. Conductivity used in place of “S”. In operation for example,
microsiemens per meter is displayed as µΣ.
3. Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
4. Degrees C
Total Dissolved Solids
5. Degrees F
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) is another way to
6. % Rejection
measure and display conductivity/resistivity data.
7. Difference (A-B or B-A) TDS is the equivalent of Sodium Chloride (NaCl)
required to produce the measured conductivity--
8. Ratio (A/B or B/A)
approximately 0.46 ppm TDS per µS/cm. If some
9. %HCl - Hydrochloric Acid other conversion is desired, it is necessary to
adjust the cell constant to give direct readout. For
10. %NaOH - Sodium Hydroxide
example, if a conversion of 0.6 ppm TDS per
11. %H2SO4 - Sulphuric Acid µS/cm is desired, the cell multiplier to be entered
into the 200CR is 0.6/0.46 x Multiplier on sensor
label. See Chapter 9, Entering/Editing Sensor
Resistivity Constants.
Resistivity is expressed in ohms-centimeter (Ω- TDS is measured in parts per billion (ppb), parts
cm). This measurement can be displayed with a per million (ppm), or parts per thousand (ppk). A
TDS reading of 10 ppm is equivalent to 10

Chapter 4 Making Measurements 13

milligrams per liter. Because of space limitations, IMPORTANT: When preparing the system to
the following abbreviations are used to display TDS perform a percent rejection measurement, the
units: product monitoring sensor must be installed in the
channel that will measure percent rejection. If the
PB = parts per billion
product conductivity sensor is installed in channel
PM = parts per million A, then percent rejection must be measured in
channel A. Likewise if the product sensor is
PK = parts per thousand
installed in channel B, then the percent rejection
measurement must also be programmed in
Temperature channel B.
Difference (A-B or B-A)
Temperature can be measured in degrees Celsius
(°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). The 200CR
The difference measurement is computed as:
normally works with a 1000 ohm DIN platinum RTD
sensor which is built into most Thornton Difference on channel A = A-B.
conductivity sensors. Alternatively, the 200CR can
or
automatically recognize and measure with a 500
ohm Ni-Fe RTD temperature sensor. When Difference on channel B = B-A.
configured for a 50/cm constant cell only, the
When the difference is assigned to one channel,
200CR automatically changes its characteristic to
the meter will measure the same type of
measure from the 262 ohm @ 25°C thermistor
measurement mode of the other channel as a
supplied in those sensors.
basis. For example, if channel A is set to measure
the difference and channel B is measuring
% Rejection conductivity, then the 200CR will measure
conductivity on both channels before computing
For reverse osmosis (RO) applications, percent the difference.
rejection is measured in conductivity to determine
the ratio of impurities removed from product water
Ratio (A/B or B/A)
to the total impurities in the incoming feed water.
The formula for obtaining Percent Rejection is:
This measurement is similar to the difference
[1 - (Product/Feed)] X 100 = % Rejection measurement.
Where Product is the conductivity measurement of Ratio on channel A = A/B.
the first sensor and Feed is the conductivity of the
Ratio on channel B = B/A.
second sensor. Figure 4.1 shows a diagram of an
RO installation with sensors installed for Percent
Rejection. Concentrations
(%HCl, %NaOH, %H2SO4)

All concentrations are displayed as percent by

weight.
CONDUCTIVIY CONDUCTIVITY
SENSOR SENSOR

REVERSE OSMOSIS MEMBRANE

B A
SELECTING A
MEASUREMENT TYPE
FEED PRODUCT

To set or change a measurement type for each of

the four measurements:
REJECT
Press the MEASURE key and the display will
show the measurement type assigned to channel
Figure 4.1: % Rejection A primary. The display may appear as:

14 Making Measurements Chapter 4

 When the last menu level is reached (after setting
A = Ω-cm (AUTO) channel “b” secondary), the following message is
displayed:
This menu indicates that channel A primary
measurement is set for resistivity (Ω-cm) with auto Save Changes Yes
ranging. The section “Ω -cm” is the first field to be
changed and will be flashed as long as the cursor
Pressing the OK/NEXT key will save the changes
is under it. Pressing the UP arrow key will change
and exit the menus. The UP and DOWN arrow
the “Ω -cm” to “S/cm”.
keys can be used to change the “Yes” to “No”.
Pressing the OK/NEXT key with “No” will discard
A = S/cm (AUTO) the changes and exit the menus.

Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to select the

desired measurement type. CELL CONSTANTS
For conductivity, both temperature compensated
The calibration of each measurement is defined by
and uncompensated measurement are available.
a set of constants known as cell constants. There
Uncompensated readings are needed to meet
are two cell constants for each measurement: a
pharmaceutical USP <645> requirements. Select
Multiplier Factor and an Adder Factor. They are
units of “S/cm” for compensated measurement or
used to derive an accurate measurement from the
“s/cm U” for uncompensated measurement. Using
sensor’s output signal. As an example, the output
both primary and secondary parameters, both
of a conductivity sensor can be represented by the
compensated and uncompensated measurements
following equation:
are available simultaneously. In normal operation,
uncompensated measurements are identified by a R =x/M + A
flashing cursor under the units, for example, “µs”.
Where:
Normal compensated readings are identified by
“µS”. R = resistivity value
Another option for conductivity is to display in units x = output from cell
of siemens per meter in accordance with the SI
M = multiplier factor
metric system. The menu setting is
A = adder factor
A = S/m (AUTO) Example: for a typical conductivity sensor the
multiplier (M) is 0.10 and the adder (A) is 0. If the
The measurement mode will display it as “µΣ” or sensor output is 120,000 ohms, then the actual
“mΣ”. resistivity of the solution measured is 1.2 Mohm-
cm and is calculated as follows:
The field on the right side of the display is the
range field. Some measurements can be set for a R = x/M + A
fixed range, others can be set only for auto
R = 120,000/0.1 + 0
ranging. For example, conductivity can be set for
micro, milli, units, or auto ranging. To change the R = 1,200,000
field, use the RIGHT arrow key to move the cursor
R = 1.2 Mohm-cm
under “(Auto)”. Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys
to select the desired range. Note: The adder is always zero for
conductivity/resistivity sensors.
The OK/NEXT key is used to accept the entry for
channel A primary and move to the next menu for The cell constants can be modified via the menus.
setting channel “a” secondary. Press the OK/NEXT For more information see ENTERING/EDITING
key a third and fourth time to set the measurement CELL CONSTANTS in Chapter 9.
types for channel B primary and channel “b”
secondary, respectively.

Chapter 4 Making Measurements 15

 conductivity measurements using ammonia or ETA
(ethanolamine) treatment.
TEMPERATURE
COMPENSATION Semiconductor acid etch rinse operations are also
most accurately monitored using this
Conductivity, resistivity and TDS measurements compensation setting.
are normally compensated for temperature.
Compensation will adjust the measurement to give Alcohol Compensation
ο
an equivalent reading of the solution at 25 C. For
example, the resistivity of ultrapure water at 25°C This compensation provides for the temperature
is 18.18 MΩ-cm. The resistivity of ultrapure water characteristic of a 75% solution of isopropyl
at 30°C is 14.08 MΩ-cm. By compensating the alcohol in pure water used for some rinsing
resistivity reading, the value of pure water will operations in semiconductor manufacture.
continue to read 18.18 MΩ-cm. Compensated measurements using this solution
The 200CR can use one of six different may go well above 18 Mohm-cm.
compensation methods: standard, linear, cation,
alcohol, Light 84, or none. Channels A and B can Light 84 Compensation
be programmed with different compensation
methods. This compensation matches the earlier high purity
For pharmaceutical USP <645> conductivity water research results of Dr. T.S. Light published
measurements where uncompensated in 1984. It is provided only for use by institutions
measurement is required, select None for that have standardized on that work. For all other
compensation. For simultaneous uncompensated pure water and general purpose applications,
and compensated measurements, see Standard Compensation (using the 1994 high
SELECTING A MEASUREMENT TYPE earlier in purity water research of Thornton & Light) is
this chapter. recommended.

Standard Compensation SETTING COMPENSATION

The standard compensation method includes
Enabling the compensating feature is done via the
compensation for non-linear high purity effects as
menus as follows:
well as conventional neutral salt impurities and
conforms to ASTM standards D1125 and D5391. Press the MENUS key and the following menu will
appear:
Linear Compensation
Menus use arrows
The raw resistance measurement is compensated
by multiplication with a factor expressed as a “% Press the UP arrow key until “Compensation”
per °C” (deviation from 25°C). The range is 0 - menu is displayed.
99%/°C with a default value of 2%/°C.
Compensation
Cation Compensation
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu.
Power industry applications for cation conductivity
measurements with acidic samples are very A: Comp = Standard
accurately compensated with this setting. It takes
into account the effects of temperature on the
The cursor will be initially placed under channel.
dissociation of pure water with the presence of
Use the UP and Down arrow keys to change the
trace acids. This setting is also the most
channel if desired. Use the RIGHT arrow key to
appropriate choice on the 200CR for specific
move the cursor to the method field. Use the UP
and DOWN arrow keys to scroll through the list of

16 Making Measurements Chapter 4

available methods: either “Standard”, “Linear”, Press the DOWN arrow key until the “Set
“Cation”, “Alcohol”, "Light84" or “None”. Selecting Frequency” menu is displayed.
“None” disables the compensation feature. Press
the OK/NEXT key to accept the selection. If Set Frequency
“Linear” is selected then another menu will be
displayed where the linear value can be entered.
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu.
This menu will appear as (the actual value may be
different):
Frequency = 60
A: Comp = 2.000%/°C Use the UP or DOWN arrow keys to set the
desired frequency. Press the OK/NEXT key when
Adjust the numerical field as desired using the done. The meter will ask if changes should be
arrow keys and press the OK/NEXT key when saved.
done. After setting the compensation state for
channel A, repeat for channel B. Press OK/NEXT
key when done. The meter will ask if changes Save Changes Yes
should be saved.
Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
return to the display of measurement.
Save Changes Yes
Press OK/NEXT key to save changes and return to
the display of measurement data.

Compensation Indication

When displaying measurements, the 200CR will

indicate that a measurement is NOT compensated
by displaying a flashing underline cursor at the
units character. The following display shows that
channel A is compensated and channel B is not
compensated (the character “µ” has a blinking
underline cursor).

A1.76µS B2.11µS

AC POWER FREQUENCY
The 200CR meter was designed to reduce
fluctuations in measurements by eliminating noise
pickup from the AC power line. The meter can be
set to filter either 50Hz or 60Hz power.

Setting 50/60 Hz Operation

To set the appropriate filter, press the MENUS key

and the following menu will appear:

Menus use arrows

Chapter 4 Making Measurements 17

CHAPTER 5: USING SETPOINTS

OVERVIEW 3. B - Channel B primary

4. b - Channel b secondary
A setpoint is a limit or alarming condition applied
to a measurement. A setpoint can be programmed
as a high limit, a low limit or a USP limit. (A USP
setpoint is a high alarm used for pharmaceutical
SETPOINT VALUE
water monitoring, described later in this chapter.)
The setpoint value is the limit that will trigger a
When the measurement value is higher than a high
setpoint error condition. This number is entered as
setpoint, or lower than a low setpoint, a setpoint
a four digit number with a multiplier. The multipliers
error condition exists. The meter will indicate this
are:
condition by blinking the measurement on the
display. The 200CR can also be programmed to “µ” (micro) = multiply value by 0.000001
control a relay upon this error condition. Refer to (10-6).
Chapter 6 for more information on relays.
“m” (milli) = multiply value by 0.001 (10-3).
Four setpoints are available and can be assigned
“-” (blank) = multiply value by 1
to any of the four measurements (A, a, B and b).
More than one setpoint can be assigned to the “K” (kilo) = multiply value by 1,000 (103).
same measurement and more than one setpoint
“M” (Mega) = multiply value by 1,000,000 (106).
can activate a relay.
For example, a setpoint value of 18.18M is
The following parameters can be programmed for
equivalent to 18,180,000.
setpoint operation:
When programming the setpoint values with TDS
1. The assigned signal: which signal (A, a, B,
units, the following multipliers should be used
or b) is monitored by the setpoint.
(parts per million is the basis):
2. The setpoint value: the measurement value
m = parts per billion
that triggers the setpoint error condition, with
multiplier. _ = parts per million
3. The setpoint type: High, Low, Off or USP. K = parts per thousand
4. The assigned relay: which relay will be
controlled when a setpoint error occurs (this
is optional). SETPOINT TYPE
5. Operation on overrange: Whether or not the The setpoint type can be “High”, “Low”, "USP" or
setpoint will be active when the “Off”. A setpoint error condition is true when the
measurement is outside its range — yes or measurement is above the high or USP limit or
no. below the low limit.

SETPOINT SIGNAL ASSIGNED RELAY

The setpoint signal is the measurement that will be The assigned relay will change state according to
monitored by the setpoint. The signal can be the setpoint condition. When a setpoint error
either: condition exists, the assigned relay will change
1. A - Channel A primary state. If the relay is normally closed, then it will be
opened.
2. a - Channel a secondary

18 Using Setpoints Chapter 5

Default settings after a system reset: Setpoints Move the cursor over to the setpoint type field. To
are disabled, no signals assigned, no relays turn the setpoint on, select High, Low or USP.
assigned and values are zero. Press the OK/NEXT key when done to proceed to
the next menu.
The next menu is used to assign a relay to the
PROGRAMMING A SETPOINT setpoint. This is optional. The menu will appear as:

Press the SETPOINTS key to access the first

setpoint menu. This menu is used to assign a
SP1 use Relay #_
measurement to each of the four setpoints.
After selecting the desired setpoint number, move
the cursor to the relay field. The choices are: 1 - 4
SP1 on signal: A and “_”. The “_” indicates that there are not any
relays assigned to the setpoint.
The cursor is under the setpoint number field. Use
the UP and DOWN arrow keys to select the Note: Some models of the 200CR are equipped
desired setpoint number (1 to 4). Use the RIGHT with only 2 relays and will allow settings of only #1
arrow key to move the cursor to the signal field. or #2.
Then use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to select Press the OK/NEXT key when done to proceed to
the desired signal. The signal can be set to “-” the next menu.
which indicates that the setpoint is not assigned
(disabled).
SP1 over-range Yes
To change the assigned signal of another setpoint,
move the cursor back to the setpoint number. This menu selects whether the setpoints will be
Change the setpoint number, then move the cursor active when the measurement is out of range,
back to the assigned signal field. which could be due to process upset, loss of fluid
at the sensor, disconnected sensor leads, etc.
SP1=.0000 _off These conditions are indicated by asterisks in the
normal display mode. Use the arrow keys to select
Press the OK/NEXT key when done to proceed to Yes or No for each setpoint.
the next menu. Press the OK/NEXT key when done. The meter will
The cursor is initially under the setpoint number ask if changes should be saved.
field. Select the desired number then move the
cursor to the numerical field. Set the desired value Save Changes Yes
and multiplier.
Examples of numerical entries: Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
return to the display of measurement data.

Desired Menu Example: Setup a Setpoint

Value Entry
10.34 10.34_ Program setpoint #2 with the following conditions:

1,456 1.456K 1. Assigned to channel A secondary signal

(“a”).
18,180,000 18.18M
2. A value of 18,200,000 (18.2 MΩ-cm)
567,456 567.5K
3. Set as a high limit
.003 .0030_ or 3.000m
4. Use relay #2
.000000055 .0550µ
5. Disabled when out of range

Chapter 5 Using Setpoints 19

Press the SETPOINTS key activate the setpoint. For example, the USP table
conductivity limit at 15°C is 1.0 µS/cm. If the
Use the arrow keys to select setpoint #2 and
setpoint value is set at 0% then the setpoint will
signal “a”. The display will appear as follows:
activate whenever the conductivity goes above 1.0
µS/cm at 15°C. If the setpoint value is set at 40%
SP2 on signal: a then the setpoint will activate whenever the
conductivity goes above 0.6 µS/cm at 15°C.
Press the OK/NEXT key:
USP Stage 1 Conductivity Limits as a
Use the arrow keys to set the value at 18.20M and Function of Temperature
the state to high. The display will appear as
follows: Temperature Conductivity Limit
(°C) (µS/cm)
SP2=18.20 M High 0 0.6
5 0.8
Press the OK/NEXT key:
10 0.9
Use the arrow keys to set the relay number to 2.
The display will appear as follows: 15 1.0
20 1.1
SP2 use Relay #2
25 1.3
Press the OK/NEXT key: 30 1.4
Use the arrow keys to set the over-range to No, 35 1.5
resulting in the following display:
40 1.7

SP2 over-range No 45 1.8

50 1.9
Press the OK/NEXT key. The meter will ask if
55 2.1
changes should be saved.
60 2.2
Save Changes Yes 65 2.4
70 2.5
Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
return to the display of measurement data. 75 2.7
80 2.7
USP SETPOINTS 85 2.7
The USP type setpoint is a high alarm used for 90 2.7
pharmaceutical water monitoring with non-
95 2.9
temperature compensated conductivity
measurements. USP <645> (United States 100 3.1
Pharmacopoeia) requires that non-temperature
compensated conductivity of pharmaceutical
waters must be below a limit from its table based When a USP setpoint type is selected, the display
on the temperature of the sample. The 200CR appears as:
instrument has the USP table in memory and
automatically determines the conductivity limit SP1=0.000 % USP
based on the measured temperature.
The USP setpoint value set in the 200CR is the Enter the desired percent safety margin below the
percentage safety margin below the USP limits to USP conductivity limit.

20 Using Setpoints Chapter 5

CHAPTER 6: USING RELAYS

DESCRIPTION setpoint error condition exists. If the hysteresis

value is 10% then the measurement must fall
The 200CR is equipped with up to four relays. below 90 before the relay is deactivated.
Each relay can be programmed to activate when a
setpoint is exceeded (defined as a setpoint error
condition). The programmable parameters for a RELAY STATE
relay are:
The relay can be programmed for normal or
1. Delay Time: up to 999 seconds
inverted operation. When the relay is in the inverted
2. Hysteresis Value: up to 99% state, the relay operation is reversed. When there
is no setpoint error condition the relay is activated.
3. State: relay operation can be normal or
The normally open contacts are closed.
inverted
WARNING: RELAYS WILL ALWAYS DE-
ENERGIZE ON LOSS OF POWER, EQUIVALENT
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO NORMAL STATE, REGARDLESS OF RELAY
STATE SETTING. HOWEVER, THE SETTING IS
For units equipped with two relays, each one has a RETAINED ON RESTORATION OF POWER.
common connection, a normally open connection Default settings after the system reset:
and a normally closed connection. Units with a 3rd
and 4th relay have only a common connection and 1. Relay is disabled.
a normally open connection as shown in Table 2.1. 2. Delay is 0 seconds.
3. Hysteresis is 0%
DELAY TIME 4. Relay state is normal

Delay time is the length of time that the setpoint

must be exceeded continuously (in a setpoint error PROGRAMMING A RELAY
condition) before activating the relay. When the
setpoint error condition occurs, the delay timer is To enable or modify a relay:
started. If during the delay time the setpoint error
condition no longer exists, the delay timer is reset Press the RELAYS key. The first relay menu is
and the relay will not be activated. The maximum used to set the delay time.
delay time is 999 seconds (16 minutes and 39
seconds). R1 Delay= 000 sec
In this menu, the cursor is initially under the relay
HYSTERESIS number. Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to
select the desired relay number (1 to 4). Use the
The hysteresis or deadband value is entered as a RIGHT arrow key to move the cursor to the delay
percentage of the setpoint value. For a high time field. Then use the UP and DOWN arrow keys
setpoint, the measurement must fall more than this to set the delay time (000 to 999 seconds).
percentage point below the setpoint value before To change the delay time of another relay, move
the relay is deactivated. With a low setpoint, the the cursor back to the relay number. Change the
measurement must rise at least this percentage relay number, then move the cursor back to the
above the setpoint value before the relay is relay time field.
deactivated.
Press the OK/NEXT key when done to proceed to
For example: a high setpoint is set at 100 and the the next menu.
measurement is currently above this value so the

Chapter 6 Using Relays 21

 Press the OK/NEXT key. The meter will now ask if
R1 Hyster = 00% changes should be saved.

Select the desired relay number then move the Save Changes Yes
cursor to the hysteresis value field. Enter the
hysteresis value (00 to 99%).
Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
Press the OK/NEXT key when done to proceed to return to the display of measurement data.
the next menu.

R1 State = Normal
Select the desired relay number, then move the
cursor to the relay state field. Use the DOWN
arrow key to select either Normal or Invert. Press
the OK/NEXT key when done. The meter will ask if
changes should be saved.

Save Changes Yes

Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
return to the display of measurement data.

Example: Setup a Relay

Program relay #2 with the following conditions:

1. Delay of 60 seconds.
2. A hysteresis of 10%.
3. Inverted state.
Press the RELAYS key.
Use the arrow keys to select relay #2 and set a
delay time of “060”. The display will appear as
follows:

R2 Delay = 060 sec

Press the OK/NEXT key.
Use the arrow keys to set the hysteresis value to
“10%”. The display will appear as follows:
Press the OK/NEXT key.

R2 Hyster = 10%
Use the arrow keys to set the state to inverted.
The display will appear as follows:

R2 State = Invert

22 Using Relays Chapter 6

CHAPTER 7: USING ANALOG OUTPUTS

DESCRIPTION PROGRAMMING THE ANALOG

OUTPUTS
An analog output is an isolated current signal that
is proportional to a measurement. The 200CR’s To setup an analog output channel, press the
two analog outputs have a minimum value of 4mA OUTPUTS key:
and a maximum value of 20mA (the signal can be
re-calibrated to 0-20mA when needed, see
ANALOG OUTPUT CALIBRATION later in this Output: Analog
chapter). Each output can be scaled to a range of
a measurement signal. Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu. The
next menu is used to assign a measurement
To use analog outputs, the following parameters signal to the output. The choices are: A, a, B, b,
must be programmed: and _. The selection of “_” is used to disable the
1. Assigned Signal - The analog output will be output by not assigning a signal to the output. The
proportional to the value of the assigned output will remain at 4mA when it is disabled. The
signal. Any of the four measurements (A, a menu may appear as:
B, b) can be assigned to the output.
2. Minimum Value - This is the measurement Aout1 signal = A
reading that will correspond to an output of
4mA. In this menu the cursor is initially under the output
number. Use the UP or DOWN keys to select the
3. Maximum Value - This is the measurement desired output number ( 1 or 2). Press the RIGHT
reading that will correspond to an output of arrow key to move the cursor under the assigned
20mA. field.
The analog outputs can be programmed for their
minimum and maximum values. This programming Aout1 signal = A
process is independent from any measurement.
See PROGRAMMING THE ANALOG OUTPUTS Use the UP or DOWN arrow keys to change the
later in the chapter for details. assigned measurement. Press the OK/NEXT key
to accept it and proceed to the next menu.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Aout1 Min=.0000_

Connections to the analog output signals are made
This menu is used to set the measurement value
at terminal block TB2. Each analog output channel
that will correspond to a 4mA output. Press the
has a signal line (labeled AO1+ or AO2+) and a
RIGHT arrow key to move the cursor under the
return line (labeled AO1- or AO2-). Table 2.4 shows
number field and set the desired value. The last
the electrical connections.
position in this menu is the multiplier which can be
The minimum can be re-calibrated down very close one of the following:
to zero mA when needed. See ANALOG OUTPUT
“µ” (micro) = multiply value by 0.000001
CALIBRATION later in this chapter.
(10-6).
The analog outputs are isolated from line power,
“m” (milli) = multiply value by 0.001 (10-3).
sensors and earth ground. Each analog output
channel can drive a resistive load up to 500 ohms. “_” (blank) = multiply value by 1.
“K” (kilo) = multiply value by 1,000 (103)
“M” (Mega = multiply value by 1,000,000 (106)

Chapter 7 Using Analog Outputs 23

When programming the analog output scaling Use the arrow keys to select analog output #2 and
limits with TDS units, the following multipliers assign measurement B to this output. The display
should be used (parts per million is the basis): will appear as follows:
m parts per billion
Aout2 signal = B
_ parts per million
K parts per thousand Press the OK/NEXT key.
After setting the desired value, press the OK/NEXT Use the arrow keys to set the minimum value to
key to accept minimum value and proceed to the 1.000 M ohms. The display will appear as follows:
next menu.
Aout2 Min=1.000M
Aout1 Max=1.000_
Press the OK/NEXT key.
This menu is used to set the measurement value
Use the arrow keys to set the maximum value to
that will correspond to an output of 20mA. Repeat
20.00 M ohms. The display will appear as follows:
the process as described above. Press the
OK/NEXT key to accept the maximum value and
proceed to the next menu. Aout2 Max=20.00M

1: If err set Max Press the OK/NEXT key.

Using an arrow key, select max or min as the fail 2: If err set Max
safe mode for the output signal on overange or
failure conditions. The output will go to 20mA if set Press the OK/NEXT key.
for max; to 4mA (or 0mA if re-calibrated) if set for
min. The meter will ask if changes should be Save Changes Yes
saved.
Press the OK/NEXT key to save changes and
Save Changes Yes return the display of measurement data

Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and

return to the display of measurement data. ANALOG OUTPUT
CALIBRATION
Example: Setup an Analog Output
The analog output signals have been factory
Set analog output #2 with the following parameters: calibrated to specifications. They may be re-
calibrated in a two step process where 4mA and
1. Assigned to channel B primary
20mA levels are adjusted. A current meter is
measurement
connected in series with the output. The arrow
2. Minimum value of 1.000 M ohms keys are then used to adjust the current output for
the appropriate level (4mA, then 20mA). The 4mA
3. Maximum value of 20.00 M ohms
end of the signal can be calibrated down to zero
Press the OUTPUTS key. The display will show: mA, where needed. With a 500 ohm resistor
across the output terminals, a 0-10 VDC signal
Output: Analog may also be obtained.
For NIST traceability, the outputs can be calibrated
Press the OK/NEXT key. with any NIST calibrated current meter.
Procedure: Connect the meter in series with the
output signal.

24 Using Analog Outputs Chapter 7

Press the CAL key and the display will show:

Calibrate Sensor
Use the UP and DOWN keys to change the
display until the “Analog” option is displayed:

Calibrate Analog
Press the OK/NEXT key to proceed to the next
menu.

Cal Analog Ch1

Use the UP and DOWN keys to select the desired
output channel number (1 or 2). Press the
OK/NEXT key to proceed to the next menu.

1:Adj 4mA=10641
Use the UP and DOWN keys to adjust the output
current for a 4mA level (as measured by the
current meter). The number displayed is an
arbitrary value proportional to the analog output
signal, near 10,000 for 4 mA, near 0.000 for 0 mA
and near 55,000 for 20 mA. Adjusting a more
significant digit of this number will change the
output signal level faster. Adjust a less significant
digit for closer resolution.
Press the OK/NEXT key when done adjusting the
4mA or 0mA output. The next menu is for adjusting
the 20mA output.

1:Adj 20mA=54091
Adjust the 20mA level in a similar manner. Press
the OK/NEXT key when done adjusting the 20mA.
The meter will ask if changes should be saved.

Save Changes Yes

Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
return to the display measurement data.

Chapter 7 Using Analog Outputs 25

CHAPTER 8: METER CALIBRATION

OVERVIEW Standards for these calibrators are readily available

in Thornton NIST-Traceable calibrators which plug
The 200CR meter is factory calibrated within directly into patch cables. If decade boxes are
specifications. It is not normally necessary to used, connect per Figure 14.12, shown for channel
perform meter re-calibration unless extreme A, and similarly for channel B.
conditions cause an out of spec operation shown NOTE: To display the actual value of a calibration
by Calibration Verification (see CALIBRATION device, use the Calibration Verification menu as
VERIFICATION later in this chapter). Periodic described in the next section.
verification/re-calibration may also be necessary to
meet Q.A. requirements. The 200CR meter is re- WARNING: INSTALLING A CALIBRATION
calibrated by installing a known resistance value in DEVICE ON A CHANNEL MAY TRIGGER ALARM
place of the cell and using the calibration menus to STATES AND RELAYS.
complete the process. The meter is equipped with
three internal ranges of measurement on each
channel. Each range is calibrated separately. The CALIBRATION VERIFICATION
three ranges are referred to as:
The calibration verification menu can be used to
1. High Resistance (Res Hi) used to measure
quickly confirm the meter’s performance. A
resistivities greater than (conductivities less
calibration or verification device is installed on a
than) those given in the table below.
channel and this menu is used to display the
Cell actual resistance value of the calibrator or verifier.
Constant Resistivity Conductivity The verification menu can be found in two
locations, either in the calibrate menu or under the
0.1 /cm >750 kΩ-cm <1.33 µS/cm
menus option. When using the calibrate menu,
10 /cm >7.5 kΩ-cm <133 µS/cm press the CALIBRATE key, then select “verify
calibration”. This option is included on two
50 /cm >1.5 kΩ-cm <667 µS/cm
separate menu trees to allow the calibration menu
2. Low Resistance (Res Lo) for all other to be locked yet still allow operators to verify
measurements, including concentration calibrations.
ranges.
Press the MENUS key and the following menu will
3. Temperature (Temp) is used to measure all appear:
temperature signals.
Each of these measurement ranges may be Menus use arrows
calibrated with a 1-point process (use one known
resistance value) or a 2-point process (use two Press the DOWN arrow key until the “Verify
known resistance values). A 2-point process will Calibrate” menu is displayed.
provide the most accurate calibration over the full
range. Verify Calibrate
Recommended calibration points (optional):
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu.
1. High resistance (Res Hi): 1st point at
100.0KΩ, 2nd point at 4.000 MΩ.
Verify Cal: Ch A
2. Low Resistance (Res Lo): 1st point at 20.00
KΩ, 2nd point at 1000.0Ω.
3. Temperature (Temp.): 1st point at 1,000Ω,
2nd point at 1,400Ω.

26 Meter Calibration Chapter 8

Use the UP arrow key to select the desired Step 4: Enter the calibrator value:
channel. Press the OK/NEXT key when set. The
meter will now display the actual values of the A Res Hi=100.00K
calibrator. A typical display may appear as:
This menu is used to enter the value of the
A10.04MΩ 1.003KΩ calibrator (printed on the label as well as the
Certificate of Accuracy supplied with the
The first number is the measured value of the calibrator). The display will show a nominal value
resistivity input and the second number is the but the actual value of the calibrator must be
measured value of the temperature input. Compare entered. Use the UP and DOWN keys to change
these numbers with the values printed on the label the digit. Use the RIGHT and LEFT arrow keys to
of the verifier/calibrator as well as on the Certificate move the cursor to the next digit. The last
of Accuracy supplied with it. Press any key to end character on the display is the multiplier, which
this menu. appears after the value on the calibrator.
For Reference:

CALIBRATION PROCEDURE The available multipliers are “µ” = micro, “m” =

milli, “k” = kilo, “M” = mega and “_” = one. The
High Resistance Range Calibration numerical entry is multiplied by the value of the
multiplier as follows:
Step 1: Select the Meter Calibration
“µ” (micro) = multiply value by 0.000001
Press the CALIBRATE key and the display will (10-6).
show:
“m” (milli) = multiply value by 0.001 (10-3).
“_” (blank) = multiply value by 1.
Calibrate Sensor
“K” (kilo) = multiply value by 1,000 (103)
Use the UP and DOWN keys to change the
“M” (Mega = multiply value by 1,000,000 (106)
display until it reads:

Calibrate Meter When the value of the calibrator is entered, press

the OK/NEXT key when ready to proceed to the
Press the OK/NEXT key to proceed to the next next menu.
menu. Step 5: Install the calibrator on the selected
Step 2: Select the channel channel:

Cal Meter Ch A A= 100.3K Ω OK?

Use the UP and DOWN keys to select channel B if The instrument will display the value of the
desired. Press the OK/NEXT key to proceed to the calibrator as measured by the meter. it is
next menu. important to wait for this displayed measurement
to stabilize. The reading may fluctuate slightly but
Step 3: Select the signal to calibrate: the changes should be no more than + 1 digit
(least significant). For example, in the display
Cal A #1: Res Hi above the reading may fluctuate from 100.2 to
100.4KΩ. It is recommended that you wait at least
Use the UP and DOWN keys to select the signal 30 seconds to be certain that the measurement
to be calibrated. The choices are: “Res Hi”, “:Res has settled.
Lo”, or “Temp” or “Verify”. Press the OK/NEXT key
when ready to proceed to the next menu.

Chapter 8 Meter Calibration 27

To discontinue the calibration, press any of the Step 10: Perform the calibration (point #2):
menu keys. To proceed with the calibration
The calibration process may take a few seconds to
process (after the readings have stabilized), press
complete. When the instrument is done, the
the OK/NEXT key.
following message will be displayed:

Step 6: Perform the calibration: Done, press OK

The calibration process may take a few seconds to
Press the OK/NEXT key. The meter will ask if the
complete. When the instrument is done, the
changes should be saved.
following message will be displayed.

Done, press OK Save Changes Yes

Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
Step 7: Proceed to the 2nd calibration point:
return to the display of measurement data.
Press the OK/NEXT key to complete the
The calibration process is complete for the
calibration of the first point. The meter will display
high range of a channel. Repeat this process
the following menu:
for the low range and/or other channel if
necessary.
Do point #2 Yes
Reminder: due to entered cell constants and
temperature compensation, the meter will only
Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to change the
read the exact connected calibrator value in the
“Yes” to “No” and Press the OK/NEXT key to save
“Verify” mode.
the new calibration factor and return to the
measurement mode. Otherwise, press the
OK/NEXT key to perform calibration for a 2nd point. Temperature Calibration
The meter will display the following menu,
requesting the value of the 2nd calibration point: Note: If using 2_8 series Dot Two cells with Ni-Fe
500 ohm RTD, substitute a decade box with 500
Step 8: Enter the calibrator value (point #2)
ohms for 0°C and 735 ohms for 100°C in place of
the calibrators in the following procedure.
A Res Hi=4.0000M
Using 0 C (1000 ohm) and 104°C (1400 ohm)
calibrator, do a two point temperature calibration.
Enter the value of the 2nd calibrator and press the
Attach the 0°C (1000 ohm) calibrator to Channel A
OK/NEXT key when ready to proceed.
via the patch cord. Press the CALIBRATE key on
Step 9: Wait for the signal to stabilize: the 200CR. The display will show the following:
Install the calibrator on the selected channel. As
with the 1st calibration point, the meter will now Calibrate Sensor
display the measured value of the calibrator as
follows: Use the up arrow key to toggle to:

A=4.001MΩ OK? Calibrate Meter

When the reading has stabilized, press the Press the OK/NEXT key:
OK/NEXT key.
Cal Meter Ch A
Press the OK/NEXT key:

Cal A #1: Res Hi

28 Meter Calibration Chapter 8

Press the up arrow key until “Temp” appears. Press the OK/NEXT key.

Cal A #1: Temp Save Changes Yes

Press the OK/NEXT key. To accept the calibration value, press OK/NEXT.
Normal operation will resume.
A TEMP =1.0000K Repeat the above procedures for channel B.

Change the displayed value with the arrow keys to

match the exact temperature resistance value on
the connected calibrator. For example:

A= 999.4 TΩ OK?
Wait for 15 seconds for this reading to stabilize.
This is the value the meter is reading before
calibration. Press OK/NEXT and the calibration will
be performed:

Done, press OK
Press the OK/NEXT key.

DO point #2? Yes

Press the OK/NEXT key,

A TEMP =1.4000K
Disconnect the 0°C (1000 ohm) calibrator from
Channel A and attach a 104°C (1,400 ohm)
calibrator (104°C) onto Channel A. Change the
displayed value with the arrow keys to match the
exact temperature resistance value on the
connected calibrator. For example:

A TEMP=1.4002K
Press the OK/NEXT key.

A= 1.4002KTΩ OK?
Wait for 15 seconds for this reading to stabilize.
This is the value the meter is reading before
calibration. Press OK/NEXT and the calibration will
be performed:

Done, press OK

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CHAPTER 9: SENSOR CALIBRATION

although µ (micro), m (milli), K (Kilo) and M (mega)

are also available.
ENTERING/EDITING CELL
After setting the desired value, the RIGHT arrow
CONSTANTS key can be used to move the cursor back to the
channel/type field (1st field) so that the other
Upon the installation of a cell, the cell constants constants can be entered and edited. The changes
must be entered into the meter. The same menu is are recorded when you proceed to a different
also used to edit the constants. Channel A has constant.
two cell constant types: one for the
resistivity/conductivity sensor and one for the Pressing the OK/NEXT key will accept all set
temperature sensor. These constants are referred values. The meter will ask if changes should be
to as “A Cell” and “A Temp”, respectively. Each of saved.
these types has a multiplier and adder cell
constant. Channel B has similar constants (“B Save Changes Yes
Cell” and “B Temp”). Only the Multiplier factor is
used for conductivity/resistivity and temperature. Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
The Adder factor is left at zero. return the display of measurement data.
The procedure to enter and edit the constants is as
follows:
Press the MENUS key and the following menu will CALIBRATION OVERVIEW
appear:
Best performance is normally obtained by entering
the factory-documented cell constants per
Menus use arrows ENTERING/EDITING CELL CONSTANTS at the
beginning of this chapter. However, if the sensor’s
Press the UP arrow key until “Edit Sensor Cal ” performance is not acceptable then it can be
menu is displayed. calibrated. It is important to ensure that the meter
is properly calibrated and that a very accurate
Edit Sensor Cal standard solution is available before performing a
sensor calibration.
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu Sensors can be calibrated with either a one-point
or two-point calibration process. With a two-point
A Cell M=.10000_ process, the sensor must be put in two different
solutions (or temperature values). Under most
The cursor is initially under the channel/type field. circumstances only a 1 point calibration process is
Use the UP arrow key to select the desired needed.
channel/type (either “A Cell”, “A Temp”, “B Cell”, “B The solution must be known with very high
Temp”). accuracy (either resistivity, conductivity, °C or °F)
The next field selects either the multiplier, M, or before the sensor can be calibrated. Calibration is
the adder, A, factor. accomplished by entering the known solution value
into the meter and instructing the meter to perform
a calibration.
A Cell M=.10000_
When a one-point calibration process is performed,
Use the RIGHT arrow key to move the cursor to the the meter will compute a new sensor Multiplier
number field. Use the arrow keys to modify the factor. With a two-point process, the meter will
number desired. The last position in the menu is a compute new Multiplier and Adder factors.
unit multiplier which should be left at “_” (blank);

30 Sensor Calibration Chapter 9

Sensor calibration cannot be done if the
measurement is set for non-temperature A= 18.15MΩ OK?
compensated conductivity using the MEASURE
MODE key (see SELECTING A MEASUREMENT When the reading has stabilized, press the
TYPE in Chapter 4). If necessary, temporarily set OK/NEXT key to perform the calibration. The
the instrument for compensated measurement for calibration process may take a few seconds to
the calibration. (Calibration can be done, if desired, complete. When the instrument is done, the
with Compensation set to “None”, accessed by the following message will be displayed:
MENUS key)
Note: The 240-501 cell with 50/cm cell constant Done, press OK
uses a 262.4 ohm @ 25°C thermistor. With this
sensor, use the factory temperature multiplier Press the OK/NEXT key. The meter will display the
constant provided on the cell leadwire label. No menu for performing the second calibration point.
further temperature calibration is possible.
(Conductivity calibration may be performed in the
normal manner.)
Do point #2 No
If doing a two-point calibration, then use the UP
key to change the “No” to “Yes”. Press the
CALIBRATION PROCEDURE OK/NEXT key to perform the 2nd calibration point
or to exit the menus.
Press the CALIBRATE key and the display will
show: NOTE: Performing a sensor calibration will
modify the cell constants shown in the "Edit
Sensor Cal" menu such that they will not
Calibrate Sensor match the constants written on the cell label.

Press the OK/NEXT key to proceed to the next

menu.

Cal Sensor Ch A
Use the UP arrow key to select the desired
channel. Press the OK/NEXT key when set.

Cal Ch A #1: Res

Use the UP arrow key to select the measurement
to be calibrated. The choices are: Res, Con, °C
and °F. Press the OK/NEXT key when set.
The next menu will allow the known value of the
signal (or solution) to be entered.

A Res = 18.180 M
Enter the known value. Be certain to set the proper
multiplier. In this example, the multiplier is “M” for
Megohms. Press the OK/NEXT key when done.
The meter will now display the reading of the signal
to be calibrated. For example, a typical display for
calibrating resistivity may appear as:

Chapter 9 Sensor Calibration 31

CHAPTER 10: SECURITY/LOCKOUT

SECURITY FEATURES
Old Pass = 00000
All menus, or only specific ones, can be protected
from unauthorized use by using the lockout After setting the current password, press the
feature. When enabled, the menu(s) will be OK/NEXT key. If the current password is not
inaccessible unless the proper five digit password properly set, then the following message will be
is entered. Each menu key on the front panel can displayed before exiting the menus:
be locked out individually. The functions that can
be locked are: Invalid Password
1. MEASURE MODE: locks the measure mode
key If the password was properly entered, then the
meter will request the new password:
2. SETPOINTS: locks the setpoint key.
3. RELAYS: locks the relays key. New Pass = 00000
4. OUTPUTS: locks the output key.
After setting the new password, press the
5. CALIBRATE: locks the calibrate key. OK/NEXT key. The meter will ask if changes
6. MENUS: locks the menu key. should be saved.

7. DISPLAY: locks the arrow keys such that

the display mode for measurements cannot
Save Changes Yes
be changed.
Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
The password can be changed at any time, return to the display of measurement data.
although the current password must be entered
before the change is allowed. The password and
lockout state is retained through a power-down
sequence and a system reset.
ENABLING THE LOCKOUT
All units shipped from the factory are set with the To enable the lockout, press the MENUS key and
password of “00000”. It is suggested that this the following menu will appear:
password be changed to another five digit
sequence before using the lockout feature. Menus use arrows
Press the UP key until the “Set/Clr Lockout” menu
CHANGING THE PASSWORD is displayed.

To change the password, press the MENUS key

and the following menu will appear:
Set/Clr Lockout
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu. The
Menus use arrows next menu will request the current password.

Press the UP arrow key until the “Change

Password” menu is displayed.
Password = 00000

Change Password
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu. The
next menu will request the current password.

32 Security/Lockout Chapter 10
After setting the password, press the OK/NEXT
key. If the correct password has been entered,
then the following menu will allow the enabling or
disabling of the lockout feature.

Enable Lockout N
If “N” is selected then the lockout is disabled and
the meter will exit the menus. If “Y” is selected the
next menu will allow each menu to be individually
locked out.

Lock Measure Y
The first field lists the functions to be locked. Use
the UP and DOWN arrow keys to access the list.
The choices are: MEASURE, SETPOINT,
RELAYS, OUTPUTS, CALIBRATE, MENUS,
DISPLAY. When the desired function is selected,
move the cursor to the next field to change the
state. A “Y” indicates that this function is locked
and an “N” indicates that the function is not locked.
use the LEFT arrow key to move the cursor back
to the function field to select another key for
lockout. When done setting all the functions, press
the OK/NEXT key. The meter will ask if changes
should be saved.

Save Changes Yes

Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
return to the display of measurement data.
NOTE: If the lockout feature is used, it is
recommended that the MENUS key also be
locked to prevent any indirect changes to the
meter's setup.

ACCESSING A LOCKED MENU

If the lockout feature is enabled and a key is
pressed that is also locked, the following message
will be displayed:

Password = 00000
If the proper password is entered, then access to
that menu will be allowed. This menu key will
operate as normal. When the menu is exited, the
lockout will be re-enabled.

Chapter 10 Security/Lockout 33
CHAPTER 11: OTHER FUNCTIONS

AVERAGING Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to change the

averaging level. Press the OK/NEXT key when
The 200CR has various levels of measurement done. The next menu will show the averaging level
averaging or damping, each for specific for channel B. Press the OK/NEXT key after
applications. The options are: low, medium, high setting channel B. The meter will ask if changes
and special. Each channel can be assigned an should be saved.
averaging level. The assigned averaging will apply
to both the primary and secondary measurements Save Changes Yes
of that channel.
Low averaging is useful in applications that require Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
a fast response to changes in the system. Medium return to the display of measurement data.
and high averaging help to reduce display
fluctuations. The special averaging setting is
recommended for most applications. This method SYSTEM RESET
provides the most reduction in display fluctuations,
while retaining fast response. CAUTION: A system reset will set all
operational parameters to their default
Special (Spec) averaging is self-adjusting. If a large
conditions and may require extensive
change in the measurement is detected, then the
reprogramming.
meter will respond immediately to the change
(does not use any averaging). Small changes to 1. A Primary Measurement Mode:
the measurement (i.e., system noise less than Conductivity (fixed at µS/cm)
1%) will be highly averaged. If measurement noise
2. A Secondary Measurement Mode:
can exceed 1%, then special averaging should not
Temperature (DegC)
be used.
3. B Primary Measurement Mode:
To set the averaging, press the MENUS key and
Conductivity (fixed at µS/cm)
the following menu will appear:
4. B Secondary Measurement:
Menus use arrows Temperature (DegC)
5. Display Mode:
Press the UP arrow key until the “Set Averaging” Mode #1 (A primary and B primary)
menu is displayed.
6. Setpoints (all):
Off, value = 0, no relay assigned, active on
Set Averaging over-range
7. Relays (all):
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu.
Delay = 0, hysteresis = 0, state = normal

A: Average = High 8. Serial Port:

Data output off.
The cursor is initially under the channel field. Use 9. Analog Outputs:
the UP and DOWN keys to change the channel if no signal assigned, min = 0, max = 0
desired. Use the RIGHT arrow key to move the
10. Manual temperature:
cursor to the level field. The display will appear as:
None

A: Average = High 11. Compensation Method:

Standard method.

34 Other Functions Chapter 11

12. Cell Constants: Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu.
resistivity multiplier = 0.1, temperature
multiplier = 1.0, all adders = 0.
A: T=25.00°C Off
13. Auto Display Scroll: Off.
The cursor is initially under the channel field. Use
A system reset will not change the password,
the UP or DOWN arrow keys to change the
lockout state, meter calibration, analog output
channel if desired. Use the RIGHT arrow key to
calibration, or line power frequency.
move the cursor to the temperature value field. The
To reset the meter, press the MENUS key and the display will appear as follows:
following menu will appear:
A: T=25.00°C Off
Menus use arrows
Set the desired temperature value then use the
Press the UP arrow key until “System Reset” is RIGHT arrow key to move the cursor to the “Off”
displayed. field. Use the UP key to toggle this field to “On”.
Press the OK/NEXT key when done. The next
System Reset menu will show the manual temperature setting for
channel B. Press the OK/NEXT key after setting
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu. channel B. The meter will ask if changes should be
changed.
Reset Unit? Yes
Save Changes Yes
Press the OK/NEXT key to perform the reset. The
meter will display a confirmation message for three Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
seconds then exit the menus. return to the display of measurement data

Unit is Reset
SENDING DATA TO A PRINTER
OR COMPUTER
SETTING A MANUAL The 200CR can be set to output measurement
TEMPERATURE data automatically to a printer or computer at a
fixed time interval. The time interval can be set
A manual temperature is a fixed value that can be from 1 second up to 255 seconds. The data is
used instead of the actual temperature transmitted as a string of ASCII characters,
measurement from a sensor. This feature is useful terminated with a carriage return character. All four
when a cell does not have a temperature sensor measurements are contained in the string. To use
built-in or if it is desirable to compensate a this feature, the baud rate, parity, and output timer
measurement based on a fixed temperature. must be set as follows:
To set a manual temperature, press the MENUS
key and the following menu will appear: Setting the Baud Rate and Parity

Menus use arrows Press the MENUS key and the following menu will
appear:
Press the UP arrow key until the “Set temperature”
menu is displayed. Menus use arrows
Set Temperature Press the UP arrow key until the “Set Serial Port”
menu is displayed.

Chapter 11 Other Functions 35

 Set Serial Port Save Changes Yes
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu. A Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
typical menu may appear as: return to the display of measurement data.

Baud=9600 P=Even
For details on communications output, refer to
Manual 84364.
The cursor is initially under the baud rate setting.
Press the UP or DOWN arrow keys to change the
baud rate. Use the RIGHT arrow key to move the
cursor to the parity field. The parity setting can be
switched between even parity and no parity.
Press the OK/NEXT key when done. The meter will
ask if changes should be saved.

Save Changes Yes

Press the OK/NEXT key to save the changes and
return to the display of measurement data.

Setting the Data Output Timer

Press the OUTPUTS key.

Output: Analog
Press the UP-arrow key until “Serial” is displayed.
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu.

Output off >001s

Press the UP arrow key to toggle the serial output
from “Off” to “On”. Setting the serial out feature to
“On” enables the automatic data output. Use the
RIGHT arrow key to move the cursor to the time
field.

Output On >001s
Use the arrow keys to set the desired time interval
in seconds.
Note: Entering a value greater than 255
seconds will automatically set the timer
interval to 255 seconds.
Press OK/NEXT when done. The meter will ask if
changes should be saved.

36 Other Functions Chapter 11

CHAPTER 12: TROUBLESHOOTING

OFF-LINE SELF-DIAGNOSTICS The cursor is under the first field which indicates
the test to be conducted. The choices are: ROM,
A number of diagnostic and self test functions are RAM, AOUT1, AOUT2, A/D, COMM, NVRAM,
available via the menus. The following functions DISPLAY, KEYPAD or exit. Use the RIGHT arrow
can be tested: key to select the desired test. Press the OK/NEXT
key to perform the test. Select “Exit” to exit this
1. ROM: the program memory is tested for any menu.
changes in its contents. If one or more bits
have changed, then the test has failed. The test results are displayed with the following
messages (for example, the ROM test):
2. RAM: the data memory is tested for reading
and writing.
ROM: Passed Ok
3. AOUT1: analog output channel #1 is tested
by setting the output current from 0mA to or
20mA in 1mA steps.
4. AOUT2: analog output channel #2 is tested ROM: Failed Ok
by setting the output current from 0mA to
20mA in 1mA steps.
5. A/D: the analog to digital converter circuit
(used for making measurements) is tested
ON-LINE DIAGNOSTICS
for functionality.
Error, Over-range & Sensor Error
6. COMM: the communication port is tested for Indication
its ability to receive and transmit data. A
jumper wire is connected from the transmit A measurement that cannot be properly measured
line to the receive line before conducting the or computed or is over-range is considered to be in
test. an error state. The display will show asterisk
7. NVRAM: the non-volatile memory is tested characters “*” in place of the allocated digits.
for functionality. This memory is used to hold An example:
setup information in case of a power down
condition (or low line voltage).
A ******µS ******°C
8. DISPLAY: the display is tested by writing
various patterns. This is a visual test In this display, both measurements could not be
conducted by the operator. measured or computed properly.
To perform any of these tests, press the MENUS Such error conditions can be caused by a
key and the following menu will appear: disconnected or mis-wired sensor, no sample at
the sensor, too high or too low sample conductivity
Menus use arrows or resistivity for the sensor and instrument to
measure, sensor failure, etc.
Press the UP arrow key until the “Diagnostic” NOTE: If the temperature measurement is not
menu is displayed. working properly and it is needed for temperature
compensated conductivity or resistivity, both will
Diagnostic Menu show asterisks even if the conductivity signal is
otherwise OK. A manual temperature setting may
Press the OK/NEXT key to access this menu. allow continued operation in this case.

Test? Rom

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“Check Setup” Message Check Setup
The 200CR constantly checks the condition of the This message can be cleared by entering and
setup data (setpoints, compensation methods, exiting any menu.
etc.). If the meter detects an unauthorized change
in this data (i.e., corrupted data) then a message
will be displayed every few seconds as follows:

TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause
1. Display is blank • no power to unit
• blown fuse
• loose display cable
• display contrast potentiometer needs adjustment
• display cable improperly connected
• circuit board failure
2. Wrong readings • sensor improperly installed
• incorrect measurement multiplier entered
• incorrect cell constant entered
• meter improperly calibrated
• temperature compensation is incorrectly set or disabled
• sensor patch cord is defective
• defective sensor
• measurement circuit board failure
• circuit board failure
3. Keypad not functioning • keypad cable connector loose or broken
• defective keypad
4. Negative readings in %rejection • % rejection must be calculated on the opposite channel
5. Readings fluctuate too much • wrong line power frequency selected
• cells and/or cables installed too close to equipment that
generated high levels of electrical noise
6. Data not sent out to serial port • serial port wiring is wrong
• wrong baud rate and/or parity
• automatic data output not enabled
• data output timer set too high

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RECOVERY PROCEDURE
If the meter is unable to make valid measurements,
then the following procedure may help to resolve
the problem.
1. Check sensor patch cord wiring. Look for
loose wires at the terminal block or incorrect
wiring.
2. Perform a system reset as outlined in
SYSTEM RESET in Chapter 11.
3. Re-enter the cell constants as shown in
ENTER/EDITING CELL CONSTANTS in
Chapter 9. Set the desired measurement
mode and multiplier as shown in
SELECTING A MEASUREMENT TYPE in
Chapter 4.
4. Re-calibrate the meter as outlined in Chapter
8.
5. Check that the proper compensation method
is selected.

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CHAPTER 13: SERVICE & MAINTENANCE

FUSE REPLACEMENT cords include two (2) drain (bare) wires. It is

essential that these wires never make contact with
The 200CR is protected from accidental voltage each other. Place insulating tubing over these
overloading, short circuits, and related damage by wires.
a 1/8 amp time-delayed fuse (for 115 VAC units CAUTION: If the wires are touching, it will
only). The 230 VAC unit uses a 1/16 amp time- cause the readings to be inaccurate. Be sure
delayed fuse. The fuse is located on the printed that the wires never make contact with each
circuit board (PCB) inside of the case. other.
WARNING: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION Tools required:
AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH
FUSE OF THE SPECIFIED TYPE AND CURRENT Cable cutters, wire strippers, insulating tubing,
RATING. soldering iron & solder, wire markers (optional).

To replace the fuse: Procedure:

1. Disconnect all power to the 200CR unit 1. Measure the cable from the end connector to
before proceeding. the desired length and cut.

2. Remove the two screws from the center of 2. Strip outer jacket and shield 2-1/2 inches
the rear panel. from the end.

3. Slowly pull the rear panel assembly out of 3. Cut at the jacket the blue, orange, yellow
the unit, no more than 1”. and all white wires that are outside the inner
shield. DO NOT CUT the drain (bare) or the
4. Disconnect the two ribbon cables connecting wires enclosed inside the inner shield.
the case to the PCB.
4. Strip inner shield all the way to the jacket.
5. The fuse is located near the transformer.
Remove the old fuse and replace it with one 5. Strip all leads 1/4 inch and tin the inner
with the same rating as indicated above. shield.

6. Position the PCB near the case and connect 6. Place insulating tubing over the inner drain
the two cables to the PCB. Make sure each (bare) wire. Tuck the insulating tubing under
cable is properly seated and oriented. the jacket. THIS WIRE MUST NEVER
TOUCH THE OUTER SHIELD OR OUTER
7. Gently push the rear panel assembly back DRAIN WIRE.
into the case. Make sure the four mounted
posts align with the holes in the assembly. 7. Solder the outer drain (bare) wire to the
black wire.
8. When the assembly is properly seated, re-
install the two mounting screws. 8. Place insulating tubing over the outer drain
(bare) and black wires. Tuck the tubing
9. Reconnect power to the meter. under the jacket. THIS WIRE MUST NEVER
TOUCH THE INNER SHIELD OR INNER
DRAIN WIRE.
REDUCING 200CR PATCH 9. Place wire markers on leads if desired.
CORD LENGTH
10. Wire the cable to the 200CR as indicated.
See Figure 14.10.
200CR patch cords are available in standard
lengths listed with Accessories. Occasionally it is Lengthening of patch cords must be done using
necessary to reduce standard cord lengths to Thornton cable only
accommodate system design. The following
procedure outlines cable termination to assure
accurate system operation. The 200CR patch

40 Service & Maintenance Chapter 13

SPARE PARTS LIST
Recommended
Description Quantity Part #
1. Fuse:
For 115VAC (Type 2AG, 1/8 Amp SB, Littlefuse® #218.125) 1 35088
For 230VAC (Type 2AG, 1/16 Amp SB, Littlefuse® #218.063) 1 35091
2. Display Assembly 1 06235
3. Power Selection Jumper(s):
For 115VAC 2 25242
For 230VAC 1 25242
4. Panel Mounting Kit (gasket, screws, nuts) - 02181

ACCESSORIES
Description Part #
Complete Calibrator Kit (includes 1864-01, -02, -03, -04) 1865-03
High Resistivity/Low Conductivity Calibrator Kit (includes 1864-01, -02) 1865-01
Low Resistivity/High Conductivity Calibrator Kit (includes 1864-03, -04) 1865-02
Calibrator 4MΩ & 1400Ω (104°C) 1864-01
Calibrator 100KΩ & 1000Ω (0°C) 1864-02
Calibrator 20KΩ & 1400Ω (104°C) 1864-03
Calibrator 1000Ω & 1000Ω (0°C) 1864-04
Calibrator, 1.8MΩ & 1097Ω (25°C) 1865-04
Back Cover for IP65 Rating 1000-62
Pipe Mounting Kit for 1-1/2 to 4” pipe (requires back cover, above) 1000-63
Patch Cord, 1 ft 1001-66
Patch Cord, 5 ft 1005-66
Patch Cord, 10 ft 1010-66
Patch Cord, 25 ft 1025-66
Patch Cord, 50 ft 1050-66
Patch Cord, 100 ft 1110-66
Patch Cord, 150 ft 1115-66
Patch Cord, 200 ft 1120-66
Manual, Communications (RS232, RS422) 84364

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CHAPTER 14: TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATIONS

MENU TREES

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

PANEL CUTOUT

EXPLODED ASSEMBLY

PANEL MOUNTING

PIPE MOUNTING

PIPE MOUNTING BRACKET

SEALED IP65 REAR ASSEMBLY

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD LAYOUT

REAR PANEL WIRING & PATCH CORDS

CALIBRATORS

METER CALIBRATION CONNECTIONS USING DECADE BOX

42 Technical Illustrations Chapter 14

MENU TREES

S/m,

Figure 14.1a: Menu Trees

Chapter 14 Technical Illustrations 43

MENU TREES (Continued)

Figure 14.1b: Calibrate Menu Tree

44 Technical Illustrations Chapter 14

MENU TREES (Continued)

Figure 14.1c: Menus Menu Tree

Chapter 14 Technical Illustrations 45

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Figure 14.2a: Panel Mounting Dimensions

Figure 14.2b: Wall Mounting Dimensions (with accessory rear cover installed)

46 Technical Illustrations Chapter 14

PANEL CUTOUT

Figure 14.3: Panel Cutout

Chapter 14 Technical Illustrations 47

EXPLODED ASSEMBLY

Figure 14.4: Exploded Assembly

48 Technical Illustrations Chapter 14

PANEL MOUNTING

Figure 14.5: Panel Mounting

Chapter 14 Technical Illustrations 49

PIPE MOUNTING

Figure 14.6: Pipe Mounting

50 Technical Illustrations Chapter 14

PIPE MOUNTING BRACKET

Figure 14.7: Pipe Mounting Bracket

Chapter 14 Technical Illustrations 51

SEALED IP65 REAR COVER ASSEMBLY

Figure 14.8: Sealed IP65 Rear Cover Assembly

52 Technical Illustrations Chapter 14

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD LAYOUT

Figure 14.9: Printed Circuit Board Layout

Chapter 14 Technical Illustrations 53

REAR PANEL WIRING & PATCH CORDS

Figure 14.10: 200CR Rear Panel Wiring & Patch Cords – see Chapter 2 for special wiring to measure
ultrapure water in plastic pipe.

54 Technical Illustrations Chapter 14

CALIBRATORS

Figure 14.11: Calibrators

METER CALIBRATION CONNECTIONS USING DECADE BOX

Figure 14.12: Using Decade Box

Chapter 14 Technical Illustrations 55

200CR Specifications

Functional
Cond/Resist Ranges: 0.1 Constant Sensor: 0.02 µS/cm to 600 µS/cm
0.0017 MΩ-cm to 50 MΩ-cm
10 Constant Sensor: 100 µS/cm to 40,000 µS/cm
25 Ω-cm to 0.01 MΩ-cm
50 Constant Sensor: 100 µS/cm to 1.0 S/cm
1.0 Ω-cm to 0.01 MΩ-cm
TDS: covers equivalent conductivity ranges
Concentration Ranges: HCl: 0-20%, NaOH: 0-15%, H2SO4: 0-20%
Temperature Range: -40° to 200°C (-40 to 392°F)
Temperature Compensation: Automatic, referenced to 25°C for resistivity, conductivity, percent rejection
and TDS. Field selectable for standard high purity (Thornton/Light), cation
(power industry), isopropyl alcohol, or Light 84 (special microelectronics
applications)
Measurement Update Rate: All measurement parameters are updated once per second
Outputs
Setpoints/Alarms: Four setpoints can be set as a high, low or USP limits. Any relay can be
programmed to operate from multiple setpoints.
Relays: 2 SPDT relays, each rated for maximum of 5 amp resistive load up to 30
VDC or 250 VAC, standard; optional additional: 2 AC only Solid State,
each rated for a maximum of 1.5 amp, 250 VAC resistive load, 10 mA
minimum current
Analog Output Signals: Two optional powered 4-20 mA outputs (may be recalibrated to 0-20 mA),
500 ohm load maximum, freely scalable to any parameter, isolated from
input and from earth ground. Not for use in powered circuits.
Serial Output: RS232 maximum distance 50 feet. RS422 maximum distance 4,000 feet.
Field selectable up to 19.2 k baud. Requires external isolation if using a
240-501 50/cm sensor.
Performance
Accuracy: ±0.5% of reading up to 18 Megohm-cm
Repeatability: ±0.1% of reading for resistance and ±0.13°C for temperature
Temperature Accuracy: ±0.25°C
Analog Output Accuracy: ±0.05 mA
Ratings/Approvals: CSA/NRTL, UL listed, CE compliant
Environmental
General: If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Thornton Inc., the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
For indoor use, Pollution Degree 1
Storage Temperature: -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)
Operating Temperature: -10 to 55°C (14 to 131°F)
Humidity: 0 to 95% RH (non-condensing)
UL Electrical Environment: Installation (overvoltage) Category II
Enclosure
Display: 1 line, 16 character, backlit LCD (4.8 mm x 9.6 mm)
Keypad: 11 tactile feedback keys
Material: ABS-PC alloy
Rating: Sealed IP65 with back cover
Panel cut-out: 3.78” x 7.56” (96 x 192 mm) DIN.
Weight: 1.9 lbs. (0.9kg)
Sensor Max. Distance: 200 feet (61 m)

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Power
Line Voltage: 90-130 VAC or 180-250 VAC 12 Watts maximum, 50-60Hz or nominal 24
VDC, 300 mA steady state, 600 mA inrush. DC power must be isolated
from earth ground if using a 240-501 50/cm sensor.

200CR Models

Part Number Relays Analog Voltage

Outputs
6220-1 2 SPDT None 110 VAC (24 VDC)
6220-2 2 SPDT None 220 VAC (24 VDC)
6222-1 2 SPDT 2 110 VAC (24 VDC)
6222-2 2 SPDT 2 220 VAC (24 VDC)
6242-1 2 SPDT and 2 Solid State, AC only 2 110 VAC (24 VDC)
6242-2 2 SPDT and 2 Solid State, AC only 2 220 VAC (24 VDC)

CE-Declaration of Conformity

Thornton Inc., 1432 Main Street, Waltham, MA 02451, USA declares that the 200CR
Conductivity/Resistivity Instruments, Models 6220-1, 6220-2, 6222-1, 6222-2, 6242-1, 6242-2, 6220K1,
6222K1 and 6242K1 meet the intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic Compatibility and Directive
73/23/EEC for Low Voltage.
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications:

EN 50081-2 Emissions:
EN 55011 Radiated and Conducted, Class A

EN 50082-1 Immunity:
IEC 1000-4-2 Electrostatic Discharge
IEC 1000-4-3 RF-Radiated
IEC 1000-4-4 Electrical Fast Transients

IEC 1010-1 Safety

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 CSA and NRTL/C Certification

Thornton Inc., 1432 Main Street, Waltham, MA 02451, USA has obtained Certification of Compliance from
the Canadian Standards Association for the 200CR Conductivity/Resistivity Instruments, Models 6220-1,
6220-2, 6222-1, 6222-2, 6242-1, 6242-2, 6220K1, 6222K1 and 6242K1. These models bear the NRTL/C and
CSA marks, signifying that the products have been evaluated to the applicable ANSI/UL and CSA Standards
for use in the U.S. and Canada. NRTL, i.e. Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory, is a designation
granted by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to laboratories which have been
recognized to perform certifications to U.S. Standards.

Class

Class 2252 01 - Process Control Equipment, Ordinary-Locations

Class 2252 81 - Process Control Equipment

Applicable Requirements

CSA-Std C22.2 No. 0-M1982 General Requirements - Canadian Electrical Code, Part-II
0.4-M1982 Bonding and Grounding of Electrical Equipment
(Protective Grounding)
142-M1987 Process Control Equipment

UL-Std No. 916 Energy Management Equipment

UL Listing

Thornton Inc., 1432 Main Street, Waltham, MA 02451, USA has obtained Underwriters Laboratories’ Listing
for 200CR Conductivity/Resistivity Instruments. They bear the UL Listed mark signifying that the products
have been evaluated to the applicable UL standards for electrical process control equipment, UL3121-1.

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WARRANTY
Thornton Inc. warrants products it manufactures against defects in materials or workmanship for one year
from start-up or 18 months from the date of shipment from Thornton, whichever is sooner. Warranties do not
apply to limited life components such as batteries. Some non-Thornton manufactured resale items may have
shorter warranties than one year. Thornton honors only the warranty period of the original manufacturer.
Catalog descriptions, although accurate, should not be taken as a guarantee or warranty. Thornton’s
obligation under the warranty shall be to repair at its facility or replace any products which Thornton finds to
be defective. Items returned for warranty must be properly packaged, shipped prepaid and insured, and must
be accompanied by the Return Authorization Number described below.
Returned Goods: Please contact us for a Return Authorization Number before any item is returned. Items
returned for credit or exchange must be in salable condition. Items returned after 30 days from date of
invoice, will be subject to a 10% rehandling charge.
Note: Substitution or modification of cables voids all warranties.
THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY THORNTON INC. AND IS IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

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Thornton Inc.
1432 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02451-1623
(781) 839-6400

Smartline: 800-642-4418
Faxline: 781-890-5507
Email: [email protected]

Part # 84295
Rev. H 10/00